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Book Reviews for Booklovers from The Booklover

“This is our story of fifty fantastic years. We started out as a blues band playing the clubs and more recently we’ve filled the largest stadiums in the world with the kind of show that none of us could have imagined all those years ago. Curated by us, it features the very best photographs and ephemera from and beyond our archives.”

Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts & Ronnie Wood.

On 12 July 1962 the Rolling Stones went on stage at the Marquee Club in London’s Oxford Street. In the intervening fifty years the Stones have performed live in front of more people than any band…ever. They’ve played the smallest blues clubs and some of the biggest stadium tours of all time. They’ve had No.1 singles and albums in every country that has a popular music chart and have helped define popular culture. A phenomenal half-century later, they now look back at their astounding career.

Curated, and narrated, by the band themselves, The Rolling Stones 50 is the only officially authorised book to celebrate this milestone.

With privileged access to a wealth of unseen and rare material, it is packed with more than 1000 superb reportage photographs, and also features some of the most rare and interesting Stones memorabilia in existence: international posters, draft record cover art, bubblegum cards, jigsaws and other previously unpublished treasures specially photographed for this volume. Every Stones fan will marvel at the content of this extraordinary publication.

Urban Legend: Sir Dove-Myer Robinson John Edgar $40 Aucklanders of a certain age constantly say we should have listened to Mayor Robbie back in the 1970s. But who was he?

And why is he still relevant today?

From a working class Jewish boy in Sheffield to long-serving Mayor of Auckland (1959-1980), Sir Dove-Myer Robinson’s life followed an unusual path. A slight, bespectacled man whose tiny stature was offset by a booming voice and massive ego, he was a natural political campaigner. Associated with a host of local and national causes, he became Auckland’s most recognisable spokesperson. He joined political causes and challenged convention.

He fought for our current waste water treatment process, against French nuclear testing, and for an integrated Auckland transport system and city. Though his political career was outstanding and memorable, his personal life was a hot bed of gossip. Four wives, one 20 years his junior, and a very public divorce during one of his terms meant he was never far from the headlines. Urban Legend looks at both his personal life and his extraordinary political career, which affected not only the future of Auckland, but the future of New Zealand.

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Park Lane Frances Osborne $37 From the acclaimed author of the bestselling The Bolter comes a delicious novel, set in Edwardian times, about two determined women whose lives collide in the halls of a pedigreed London town home.

In February 1914 eighteen year-old Grace Campbell arrives in London from Carlisle, her family’s hopes pinned on her becoming an office secretary. The only job she can find is as a housemaid in the mansion that is Number 35, Park Lane, and soon she is entangling herself in an ever-thickening web of lies. Upstairs, a jilted and humiliated Beatrice Masters is determined not to return to the New York of her childhood before she has salvaged her pride. She secretly joins Emmeline Pankhurst’s militant suffragettes and is steadily drawn into the violence rocking the city. But Grace and Beatrice’s existences are not as parallel as they seem.

Little do they realise that their hidden lives and emotions will soon be revolving around the same man – an impassioned young lawyer – or that the coming war will change the boundaries of both their worlds forever. The choices they make will connect their chances at future happiness in dramatic and inevitable ways.

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Channel Community Calendar This CHANNEL Community Calendar is published monthly for Community Events. If you would like to include your event in

Sunday

Monday

Takapuna Market 6am-Noon

Devonport Craft Market

Devonport Community House, 10am-3pm

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60’s Up Indoor Bowls,

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am

Devo Divas & Dudes Clothing Swap

Milford Indoor Bowls

Browns Bay Market

The Great Piratical Rumbustification

The Dame Malvina Major Emerging Artists

Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

Artspace House, Kerr St, Devonport, 11am-1pm

Tuesday

Wednesday

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The Great Piratical Rumbustification The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

National Boys Choir of Australia

St Peter’s Anglican Church, 7:30pm-9:30pm

Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7:15pm

Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

Bruce Mason Centre, 2:30pm

The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

Treasure Island the Panto

Birkenhead War Memorial Park, 7pm

U3A Monthly Meeting

Citizens’ Centre, Northcote, 9:45am Ph: 489 4494

Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

The Pumphouse, 10.30am & 1pm

Anzac Rd Carpark, 6am-Noon

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The Great Piratical Rumbustification

Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

Treasure Island the Panto

Birkenhead War Memorial Park, 4pm

Devonport Harmony Village Fair

Harmony Hall, Wynyard St, Devonport, 11am-3pm

Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

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Takapuna Market 6am-Noon

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Rd Carpark, 6am-Noon

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am

The Kennedy Park WWII Tunnels

Milford Indoor Bowls

Devonport Chamber Orchestra-Vivaldi

The Great Piratical Rumbustification

Rotary Annual Charity Bookfair

The Gingerbread Man

Beach Rd, Castor Bay, Open to Public 1pm-4pm The Depot, Devonport, 2pm-4pm

Northcote College, 9am-3pm-FINAL

Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

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60’s Up Indoor Bowls,

The Great Piratical Rumbustification The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

Matariki at The Pumphouse

Killarney Park, Takapuna, 7-8:30pm

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The Gingerbread Man

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7:15pm

Bruce Mason Centre, 10am & 12pm Daily

Matariki at The Pumphouse

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Killarney Park, Takapuna, 7-8:30pm

The Gingerbread Man

Bruce Mason Centre, 10am & 12pm

Simon Burgess at The Bluegrass Club The Bunker, Devonport 8-10:30pm

The Great Piratical Rumbustification

The Pumphouse, 10.30am & 1pm

The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

Bruce Mason Centre, 9th-14th July, 10am & 12pm Daily

Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

Takapuna Market 6am-Noon

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Rd Carpark, 6am-Noon

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Auckland Vintage Jazz Society

TERM 3 BEGINS 60’s Up Indoor Bowls,

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Shore Tenpin Seniors

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Great Hits of the 60’s & 70’s

Windsor Park Baptist Church, 11am

Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am

The Rose Centre, Belmont 7-9.30pm

Milford Indoor Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7.15pm

Zonta Club Monthly Meeting

Fairway Lodge, 17a Silverfield, Takapuna from 6pm

Takapuna Market 6am-Noon

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Rd Carpark, 6am-Noon

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Young North Shore Musicians

Browns Bay Market

Anzac Rd Carpark, 6am-Noon

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am

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Production of ‘Oliver’

Westlake Boys High School, 7:30pm

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Production of ‘Oliver’

Westlake Boys High School, 7:30pm

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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7.15pm

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And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 2:30pm

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Milford Indoor Bowls

St Georges Church, Takapuna, 2pm

Takapuna Market 6am-Noon

60’s Up Indoor Bowls,

60’s Up Indoor Bowls,

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am

Milford Indoor Bowls

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7:15pm

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Sanctuary Series: Strings

St Peter’s Anglican Church, 6:30pm

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 7:30pm

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U3A Monthly Meeting

Citizens’ Centre, Northcote, 9:45am Ph: 489 4494

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie

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The Pumphouse, 7:30pm

Dave Upfold-Comedy Stage Hypnotist Rangitoto College, 7-9pm

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Thursday

Friday

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60’s Up Exercises

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am

Shore Tenpin Seniors

Fred Thomas Dr, Takapuna, 10am

The Great Piratical Rumbustification The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

Treasure Island the Panto

Saturday

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Theatreworks, Birkenhead War Memorial Park, 7pm

TelstraClear Season of A Shortcut to Happiness

Rotary Annual Charity Bookfair

The Great Piratical Rumbustification

TelstraClear Season of A Shortcut to Happiness

Bruce Mason Centre, 5th to 7th July, 8pm The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

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Mairangi Bay Farmers Market 8am-12.30pm

The Great Piratical Rumbustification The Pumphouse, 10.30am & 1pm

Treasure Island the Panto

Northcote College, 9am-5pm Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm

Theatreworks, Birkenhead War Memorial Park, 4pm-FINAL

Rotary Annual Charity Bookfair

Treasure Island the Panto

Northcote College, 9am-5pm

Rotary Annual Charity Bookfair

Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm

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Auckland Schools Sculpture Exhibition

Theatreworks, Birkenhead War Memorial Park, 7pm

TelstraClear Season of A Shortcut to Happiness

Northcote College, 5th-8th July, 11am-8pm Northart Community Arts Centre, 10am-4pm

60’s Up Exercises

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am

The Great Piratical Rumbustification The Pumphouse, 10.30am & 1pm

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The Great Piratical Rumbustification The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm

The Gingerbread Man

Bruce Mason Centre, 10am & 12pm Daily

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The Gingerbread Man

Mairangi Bay Farmers Market 8am-12:30pm

Milford Craft Market

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-2pm

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The Great Piratical Rumbustification

Bruce Mason Centre, 10am & 12pm Daily

The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm-FINAL

The Gingerbread Man

Bruce Mason Centre, 10am & 12pm Daily-FINAL

The Highlife & A List Winter Social

The Wharf, Northcote Point, 6pm-2am

60’s Up Entertainment

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am

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Mairangi Bay Farmers Market 8am-12.30pm

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Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie

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The Pumphouse, 26th Jul-4th Aug, 7:30pm

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 7.30pm

Production of ‘Oliver’

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Westlake Boys High School, 7.30pm

Mairangi Bay Farmers Market 8am-12:30pm

Milford Craft Market

Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-2pm

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And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 7:30pm

Production of ‘Oliver’

Westlake Boys High School, 7:30pm

Fundraising Expo

Pinehurst School, Albany 12:30-3:30pm

Dog Training Classes

DogHQ, Wairau Valley 12:15pm-1:15pm

60’s Up Exercises

Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 7:30pm

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And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 7:30pm

Dave Upfold-Comedy Stage Hypnotist

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Mairangi Bay Farmers Market 8am-12.30pm

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie The Pumphouse, 7.30pm-FINAL

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Rangitoto College, 7-9pm

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Out & About on the Shore

ME Salon Takapuna Celebration Me Salon in Byron Avenue, Takapuna, celebrated their ownership change on Wednesday June 6th.

Senior staff member Ami Walker has purchased the business. There was some excitement when the Irish rugby team, who were staying at the Spencer on Byron, popped in for a visit.

Rob Kearney, Ami Walker, Jonathan Sexton.

Rob Kearney, Rebekah Eaton, Jonathan Sexton.

Gina Mason, Colin Logan

Sean O'Brien, Laura Clark.

Rebecca Rowe, Helen Seiler.

Charlotte Harrison, Melanie Powell, Sherry Ingham.

Ami Walker, Simon Zebo.

Iain Smith , Ami Walker, Andy Grant.

Zina Emmanuel, Laura Clark, Rebekah Eaton, Margy Bryant, Jude Strachan, Melanie Comins.

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Repertoire New Season Launch The Repertoire Takapuna launch evenings are always special for local ladies. An opportunity to view their new seasons line of clothing and mix and mingle over a glass of wine. The Channel Mag ladies love it!

This evening was held at the store on Tuesday June 12th.

Robyn.

Lee Altorf, Susan McDwell-Watts, Julie Mason.

Angela Mather, Sally Johnson.

Laura Thorn, Colleen Bailey.

Jenny Smith, Sandy Richardson.

Gilly Mabbott, Leonie Jackson.

Julia Drake, Denise Boston.

Carol Osborne, Jenny Martin.

Mairangi Arts Centre turns 21!

Mairangi Arts Centre celebrated their 21st Birthday on Saturday June 9th. There was an exhibition by MAC students and members and Service Awards were presented to those who have devoted considerable time and energy to this fantastic community facility over the 21 years.

Carolyn Hyde, Rachel Moore.

Josie Craib-Scott, Kristy Sloane.

Elle Drummond, Pam Dalton.

Barbara and Chris Randall.

Susan Lawrence, Sheryl and Robin Davis, Patrica McCormick, Pat Rainsford.

Liz Bodsworth, Bev Head, Joan Taylor, Donna Dold.

Fay Mason, Rachel Irwin, Annette Gillan.

Dennis and Patricia Hewson.

Louise Mason, Maurice Ellett, Fay Mason.

Bas Cuthbert, Liz Bodsworth, Val Cuthbert

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The Lion in Winter Opening Night New local theatre company Tadpole Productions' launched with James Goldman's The Lion in Winter at The Pumphouse. The production was directed by Robert Owens and featured leading actors Erroll Shand and Louise Wallace. Channel Magazine was at opening night on Thursday May 31st.

Louise Wallace, Shane Cortese.

David Martin, Michael Murphy, Lindsay Mouat.

Robert Owens, Sandra Kelman, Campbell Downie, Nikki Kent.

Ian and Brenda Magee, Jan O'Conner, Michael Murphy.

Andy Saker, Allan Roberts, Paul Fannon, David Martin, Gill Saker.

David Martin, Erroll Shand.

Peter White, Ruth Woodmartin, Jayne White.

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Daniel Bonner, Allan Roberts.

Regan Taylor, Anya Kussler.

Brendan Lovell, Alex Walker.

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Pinehurst School L'Oreal Ladies Luncheon This has become a popular event on the Pinehurst calendar and was held at McHughs of Cheltenham on Friday June 8th. Guest speaker was media personality and author Wendyl Nissen.

Jacqui May, Joy Cato, Elaine Bennett, Sylvia Everitt.

Anissa Phillips, Tina Bartlett, Juanita Bycroft.

Jo May, Donna Robbie, Lisa Newcombe, Rachel George, Sandra Leversh.

Gaylene Trask, Leigh Heys, Jackie Viskovich, Sandy Hahn, Maureen Fifield, Lisa Shepherd, Jackie Rooney, Sarah Hadwin, Linda Shepherd.

Wendyl Nissen.

Michelle Deare, Mel Harbers, Nickie Miles.

Tania Bennett, Hayley Fraser-MacKenzie.

Elaine Bennett, Sylvia Everitt.

Haifa Fallatah, Debbie Matulovic, Maria Shaw.

Robyn Dalzell, Wendyl Nissen, Annabel Shephard, Meghan Pilkington.

Sam Alexander, Leah McNee, Paula Van Wijk, Prue Toumadj.

Millie Taylor, Loma Chevin, Lynn Hailes.

SBA Small Business Accounting Seminar Shane Cunliffe of SBA Milford and Cory Rix of Rix Insurance Brokers hosted a free seminar at the Takapuna Boating Club on Tuesday June 12th. Inspirational speaker and former top rugby player Jason Barrell gave a great presentation to attendees.

Cory Rix, Jason Barrell.

Nicky Bushnell, Jeff Griffin.

Tony Campbell, Ling Chan, Shane Cunliffe.

Rory Laubscher, Mark Harris.

Cory Rix, Pam Wallace.

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Out & About on the Shore

Medplus 1st Birthday Celebration The fabulous medical centre at Hauraki Corner celebrated their first year of serving the local community on Friday June 22nd.

Anne Wilson, Adele Curham, Pippa Baldie, Heather Gardner, Negan Cornere.

Katie McNaughton, Sara Higgins, Nikola Ncube.

Devika Statham, Paula Edwards, Zara Andrews.

Kath Jones, Carolina Cavegn-Merrick.

Helen and Matt Shrimpton.

Fiona Brow, Frank Hayes, Heidi McRae.

Michele Hollis, Jo Sheehy, Natalie McDonald, Lyndsay Bauer.

Annie Si, Clement Chia, Jenni Waddell.

Wendy Hagon, Andrea Lawson.

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North Harbour Club Lexus of North Shore Charity Fashion Lunch

Over 300 people attended this popular event on the North Harbour Club calendar held at the Spencer on Byron Hotel on Friday June 22nd. The event showcased a range of local North Shore fashion houses with guest speaker Ali Allard from the charity Dress for Success. Young musicians from Takapuna Grammar School welcomed guests, the MC was Shane Cortese who compered the Fashion Parade with leading stylist Julia Turnwald.

Cherene Williams, Sue Stanaway, Nisha Cassim.

Julie McKenzie, Kathy Canterbury, Shenae McKenzie, Lauren Hartwig, Yvette Muller, Toni Best.

Kerrie Barclay, Lesleigh Johnson, Shane Cortese, Brendan Bennett, Lovell, Alex Walker.

Michelle Jo Iremonger.

Debbie Campbell, Judith McCorkindale, Ulla Bennett, Mary Bukovac.

Jo Davies, Adele Lendich, Annie Greenheld.

Rhonda Coutts, Dennis Millerchen, Jaime Sutherland.

Ali Allard, Marlies Braddock, Lynn and Garry Ellicott.

Julie Pratt, Joan Finlayson, Penny Roberts, Joan Bluck.

Linda McIver, Shannon Green, Lena Mathew, Ki Lin.

Aaron Wallace and Karen Short.

Jan Harris, Trish and Amy Blackmore.

Katie Noble, Natalie Warren.

Jo McRae, Andreena Buckton.

Andrew MacKenzie, Beverly and Roy Trimbel.

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Out & About on the Shore

Rosmini College 50th Jubilee Rosmini College’s 50th Jubilee was held over Queen’s Birthday Weekend. Channel Magazine went along to the Cocktail Party on Friday June 1st.

Joseph Bergin, Brett Batty, Mark Mitchell, Tom Gerrard.

Denis Muller, Michael Haydon, Terence O'Brien, Michael Te Whata.

Harry Mayn, Michael Gallagher, Vincent Marie, Graham Byrns, Kevin Beeby.

Philip Gobbie, Marcus Simmons, Anthony Gobbie, Ben Slykermann, Greg Collett.

John Telford, James and Lois Church, Neil Coleman.

Peter Maire, Ashley Beeby, Edward Coleman.

Dominic Light, Mike Nimot, Jasper Lau, Hayden Wright, Chris Nimot, John Wright.

Richard Petricevich, Craig Newby, Andrew Powell, Phillip Quirke, Greg Howley.

Neil Murray, Michael Ward, Martin Lloyd.

Peter Fue, Tom Gerrard, John Fue.

Philip Rose, Harry Mayn, John Casey, Patrick O'Rourke.

Richard Joseph, Brendan Catchpole, Paul Sumich, Richard Hegan, Daniel Clausen, Simon Neal, Simon Dickey.

Marley MacKay, Jerome Rusk, Des Rusk, Rigger James.

Greg O'Sullivan, John Mayhew.

Edward Alesana, Barbara Rennie, Beatrice Alesana, Aka Alesana.

Scott Murray, Mark Foster, James Murray.

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Michael Ward, Michael Ward Jnr.

Justin Wilsher, Michael Colhoun, David Casey, Rigger James.

Guy Armstrong, Kevin Browne, Steve Bergin, Tim Turner, Greg Chichester.

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Crafty Knitwits – 48 hour 'Knitathon' Kerry (left) and Linda (right) of Crafty Knitwits with MP Maggie Barry.

The Crafty Knitwits 48 hour 'Knitathon' was held in mid-June at the popular Milford store, raising money for the Child Cancer Foundation. Linda and Kerry of Crafty Knitwits were joined by a whole host of knitters to raise money for this great cause. Channel Magazine dropped in with local MP Maggie Barry on Saturday morning.

One knitter, Anne Marks, had been knitting non-stop right through the night. She started at 8pm Friday.

Antonella D'Aquino, Elisabeth Rossel, Robin MacDonald.

Maggie Wanty, Pamela Anderson, Kerry, Jodie Greenwood with baby Aiden.

Carolyn Davidson, Val McLaren.

Tina Peeperkoorn, Lillian Bennett.

Lara Slabbert, Nicole Grassmeyer.

Anne Marks.

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Out & About on the Shore

Pilates Unlimited – The Next Phase Pilates Unlimited in Takapuna celebrated the expansion of their Northcroft Street studio on Friday June 22nd. After 12 years the studio celebrated what owner Carole Fraser calls “The Next Phase” – a remodel of the studio to provide more Space, more Authentic Pilates using more Authentic Original equipment. The function was attended by a large number of clients, many who have been doing Authentic Pilates with Carole and her team for over a decade.

Barb McLean, Lorelle Sheeran, Kevin McLean.

Joe Greco, Jenny Revell.

Ray Medemblik, Laiza Lima, Joe Greco, Carole Fraser, Harriette Blackman and Lizzie Kumar – Pilates Unlimited team.

Amanda Sutherland, Erin Fogerty, Carol Clarke.

Julia Curran, Mandy Pope, Katie Agnew, Ray Medemblik.

Sara Beale, Dina Nascimento de Souza, Laiza Lima, Belinda Cooke.

Carole Fraser, Serena Turnoch, Max Russell, Trevor Turnoch.

Chris Hume, Mike Cohen, Nicky Hume.

Mary Shields, Sandy Medway, Lucille Henry.

Michael Macmillan, Nora Bonham, Anne MacMillan.

Vauxhall School Exhibition of Fine Art Gala Opening Vauxhall School held a gala opening for their Exhibition of Fine Art on Friday June 22nd.

The exhibition featured 90 artists and sculptors. All proceeds go to the ICT infrastructure and equipment for the school.

Kristy McCallum, Robina Morrison, Nicky Whitham-Blackwell.

Jonathan Skilton, Michael Robinson, Tiare Tolks.

Adrian Stocco, Kate Stretton.

Lucinda Blick, Judith Clumpas, Johnny Blick.

Lisani Lennox, Tim Koller, Victoria Holtelius.

Vicky Birks, Mel Biss, Vicky Corbett.

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Judy Machin, Paul Mickels, Stephanie May.

Ingrid Boot and Gail Kingston.

DJ and Christine Cash, Dave Edwards.

Blanka and Ralph Schuster, Garth Tremain.

Out & About on the Shore

Ludo Campbell-Reid addresses TBBA Evening Auckland Council's urban design champion Ludo Campbell-Reid was the keynote speaker at the Takapuna Beach Business Association's monthly 'BMW' meeting held at Jerry Clayton BMW on Wednesday June 20th. The evening was sponsored by local travel company House of Travel Takapuna who added the 'Pacific Holiday theme'.

Jake Bennett, John Hart, Sandy Maultsaid.

Kae Condon, Dave Sanders, John Stenberg.

Ludo Campbell-Reid

Kevin McLean, Vicki Major.

Grant Kevey, Richard Blamey.

Dr Ghida Sinawi, Felicity Anderson.

Barbara and Barry Larsen.

Dave Lane, Mark Talbot.

Robbie Douglas, Matthew Bill, Paul Douglas.

Vanessa Hibbard, Mark Jackson.

Laurel Richards, Kathy Cederwall.

Graeme Conning, Brendan Thomas, Ian Stewart.

Gavin Leonard, Louise and Grant Schofield.

Nora and Geoff Bonham.

Catherine Edmeades, Stephen Matthews.

Andy Thompson, Ludo Campbell-Reid, Melanie Budden.

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At Channel Magazine one of our key missions is to encourage locals to support local business by always considering buying local first. And we are putting our money where our mouths are!

Through until September 30th 2012 – every time you buy locally (over $50), from a current Channel Magazine advertiser, you are eligible to enter the draw to win our sensational new 2012 Toyota Yaris motor vehicle. This is no “entry-level” vehicle. It is a superb motor car. A brand new model, a spunky little beast, complete with mag wheels and leather upholstery, supplied by our good friends at North Shore Toyota. So every time you spend over $50 with one of the advertisers in this magazine – you can place an entry. Then you are in the draw to win!

internet savvy the easiest way to enter is online.

Simply go to www.channelmag.co.nz and enter. If you are not internet savvy then keep this magazine handy.

We have included four entry forms in this issue, so all you have to do is complete the entry, drop it to one of the boxes at the entry points (as detailed) and you are in to win. Most important though, is to make sure that you always provide proof of purchase in the form of a receipt. If you enter online then photograph or scan your receipt and upload it. If you are entering by completing the printed entry form, then attach your receipt. Entries must have a valid receipt. All entries are being scrutinised and any that are in any way incorrect will be excluded from the grand prize draw. Remember, you do not get an entry for every $50 spent, but an entry per transaction over $50.

Note: As this is a competition being promoted by Channel Magazine (and not necessarily the advertisers/retailers) there are no entry forms available where you are making your purchase. The entries are online, or by completing the printed entry forms in your monthly Channel Magazine. You can also download entry forms in PDF form from the website (www. channelmag.co.nz). Refer to the Channel Magazine website for full conditions of entry.

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The Channel Eating Out Guide

Eating Out on the Shore Dine out at one of these fantastic local eateries tonight

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Takapuna

Devonport

Dida’s Wine Lounge Dida’s Wine Lounge in Devonport is located in the front of the majestic, and majestically restored Victoria Theatre on Devonport’s main street. As with its older sibling across the water (Ponsonby), the Lounge offers an exquisite selection of small plates, tapas to tempt you to have a glass of something different, from a winelist and menu that makes the most of the prodigious Glengarry produce and wine cellar resources.

Open: Mon-Thurs 3.30pm-10.30pm; Fri 3.30pm-12am, Sat-Sun 12pm-12am.

54 Victoria Street, Devonport. PH: 445 1392. www.didas.co.nz Treat During July 2 For 1 Tapas on Monday's

Corelli’s

Pinot Plus

Winter is here..... and we have a good selection of warm winter soups to tempt you. All of our soups are made from scratch, with our own stocks.

Saturday 14th July Soup plus night, 3 course meal, including soup served in a hand made ceramic bowl made by Suzy Dunser which you can keep, and live music from the fabulous Porcelaines all for $35 ! Book now so you don't miss out. Free live music every Sunday night from 7pm until 9pm.

Open 7 days 7am until 11pm.

46 Victoria road, Devonport. PH: 445 4151 www.corelliscafe.co.nz Corellis making Eating out cheaper than eating at home!

Truly is one of those unique little gems; It’s not just a wine bar, it’s not just a restaurant – This is the living embodiment of owner John Ingle’s passion, love, and taste of good wine.

The wines are boutique, it’s unlikely there will be any of the labels you’re familiar with, but that’s John’s challenge – he’s not here to keep you comfortable, but to help you discover something new, and share what he has to offer.

For 2012 he offers a monthly TREAT of a selected main course and matching wine for $25.

Open for dinner Tues – Sat from 5.30pm.

168 Hurstmere Road Takapuna PH: 4899510 www.pinotplus.co.nz

Double Deal Monday! Buy one meal and get second one free (the cheapest meal is free) bring coupon.

Takapuna

Raviz Indian Restaurant Devonport

Nicolino Restaurant & Cube Bar A “taste of Greece and the Mediterranean” in every sense of the word: food, atmosphere, live entertainment and relaxed, but attentive service just as you would find in a taverna in Greece itself.

Nicolino is BYO and also provides takeaway pizzas and meals, including free delivery within the local area.

Open: 7 days, 4.00pm till late.

103 Victoria Road, Devonport. PH: 446 6664. www.nicolinorestaurant.co.nz Tip Thursday evenings are Greek party nights at Nicolino, with music and dance to the Sounds of Greece. Join us for a night at the “Opa!”

Raviz Indian Restaurant, located above Glengarry on Hurstmere Road, offers authentic Indian Cuisine, is fully licensed (& BYO), with both dine in and takeaway options. The secret of Raviz cuisine comes from the homemade spices which they say differentiate them from others. If you haven’t tried Raviz you are missing Real Indian Cuisine. They are very affordable as well with $10 lunch specials and $10 meal specials (see details below). They also offer free delivery on takeaways over $25.

Open: 7 days, Lunch 11.30am-2pm, Dinner 5pm till late.

178 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. PH: 489 2400. www.raviz.co.nz Treat On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights all mains are just $10. Cheaper than cooking at home we reckon. Conditions apply.

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Takapuna

The Elephant Wrestler The aim of host Paul Lomax was to create a bar that is just a “great local” and he has certainly achieved that. This is a place where you can meet, enjoy good company, have a drink and eat great food. Gastro style food – quality food at a reasonable price – is what you get at The Elephant Wrestler. Try their Salt and Pepper Squid signature dish! Some great deals here... 2 for 1 Meals on Mondays; Pizza just $10 on Tuesdays; Steak, Prime Angus Beef just $15.90 on Thursdays; Fish & Chips just $12.50 on Fridays; Roast of the Day just $15.50 on Sundays.

Open: 7 days from 11am to late.

138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, PH: 489 8030. www.elephantwrestler.co.nz Treat Try our $13.50 lunch menu and Gourmet hand pulled pizza to share.

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Macs Brewbar Hurstmere Rd

Aubergine Restaurant

Bolliwood Restaurant Bolliwood has been a popular dining spot on Ponsonby Road for a long long time, and now has a second restaurant in Huron Street, Takapuna.

Bolliwood is well known for the quality of its Indian cuisine which has been achieved by adhering to a policy of employing only 5-star chefs from India.

As well as sensational Indian food, a feature of both Bolliwood Restaurant’s is a massive screen playing the latest Bollywood songs. This is a real dining experience, enjoyable if you are planning an intimate dinner for two or a group function. Online reviews rave about the quality of the Bolliwood food.

Open: Lunch Mon-Fri 11.30-2.30pm, Dinner Mon-Sun 5pm till late.

17 Huron St, Takapuna Beach. PH: 489 9911. www.bolliwood.co.nz Treat

Dinner - All Mains are $10 on Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesdays – Dine in and take out.

Lunch - 7 days All Mains $10 + add $2 and receive selected drink, juice, beer/wine or naan bread.

If you love food and eating out and haven’t been to Aubergine in Takapuna then you’ve got to give it a go – for brunch, lunch or dinner.

The extensive Aubergine menu offers an international style of cuisine that mixes old Kiwi favourites with the flavours of Europe and the Mediterranean. If you are a foodie that likes value then you’ll love it – at Aubergine most of the wellpriced meals come complete with veges, salads etc. The result is a final bill that will keep the smile on your face.

Open Mon-Fri 12 noon-late, Sat 11am-late, Sun 11am-11pm.

129 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach.

PH: 489 3104. www.aubergine.co.nz Take advantage of their 3-Course Dinner Special – entree, main & dessert for just $35! Conditions apply.

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This has become a very popular eating spot on the Hurstmere Strip, having an extensive menu including Platters (to share), Small Plates (starters), Mains (venison, chicken, rib eye, rabbit, lamb rump), Pizzas, and ‘Pub Fare’ which includes fish and chips, a pie of the week and chicken ceasar salad. For those who want an affordable and quick lunch at Mac’s Brewbar Hurstmere Road there’s always a $12 lunch special (Mon-Fri), they also do a great brunch on Saturdays and Sundays which you can enjoy in the garden bar. And of course always a great beer!

Open: 7 days - 11am to late.

134-138 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna. PH: 486 4102 www.hurstmereroadbrewbar.co.nz Popular is the 30 day aged Black Angus Ribeye Steak, served with crushed new potatoes and roasted garlic, creamed. Yum!

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Blankenberge Belgian Beer Café At this Takapuna favourite you’ll find an all new Menu for 2012, with loads of seasonal ingredients.

With a Flemish-French theme, this is not just your average pub food, it’s interesting – a huge range and variety – with suggested beer matches from their range of the best Belgian Beers. Ask about their Chefs Plate of the Day and popular Fish of the day.

Open: Mon-Sat 11.30am-Late, Sun 9am-Late.

136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach.

PH: 486 6331. www.belgianbeercafetakapuna.co.nz Treat “Munday Mussel Madness” – Every Monday you can get a one kilo mussel pot and frites (fries) for just $12. Every Tuesday you can get a half kilo of Angus Rump Steak, with frites, for just $15.

Thyme Restaurant Thyme Restaurant on Level 1 of the Spencer on Byron Hotel, Takapuna provides award winning dining, blending fresh and innovative cuisine with an extensive menu that uses in season fresh local produce. The Spencer’s renowned chefs and its restaurant and bar staff have won many medals for their culinary delights and hospitality.

New seasonal menu items include South Island Whitebait Omelette, Manuka Honey rubbed Canter Vallery Farm Duck Breast and Hawkes Bay Lamb Rack.

Open: 7 Days – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Level 1, Spencer on Byron Hotel, Byron Avenue, Takapuna Beach. PH: 916-4982 www.spencerhotel.co.nz/thyme Treat Look out for Thymes special coupon offer on the back of your supermarket receipt of buy one main and get the second for half price!

Chihuahua Bar & Eatery Chihuahua Bar and Eatery features a menu with a Mexican and South Western style. Mexican inspired food but with their very own style to ensure it has broad appeal for both lunch and dinner. Chihuahua is fun. The place where there is always something happening. Happy Hour every night from 9pm until 10pm, with special pricing on beers, Sangria, Margaritas and Tapa dishes.

Live bands on Thursdays and a DJ on Fridays from 9pm. Look out for heir "Tequila Club” being launched in June. Join to be kept informed.

Open every day from 12noon through until 1pm.

Their scrumptious food is also available to takeaway. 32 Anzac Street, Takapuna (By Berkeley Cinema). Phone 486-2249.

Visit: www.chihuahuabar.co.nz.

Tip Happy Hour every night from 9pm until 10pm, with special pricing on beers, Sangria, Margaritas and Tapa dishes.

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Takapuna

Portofino Italian, Takapuna Located on the Hurstmere Strip beside the Bruce Mason Centre in the heart of Takapuna. Being Europeans, we are passionate about our food, our wine and your experience and we are committed to providing consistently good quality food and great service. Accentuating the European's passionate love of fresh and tasty food, there is a little bit of Italy in every Portofino meal.We are proud to serve fresh, simple, delicious Italian food, complemented by a great glass of wine, served in a comfortable Italian setting where everyone is welcomed as family and friends. Our purpose is Hospitaliano!

Also a great place for group functions, weddings, birthdays and events – with seating for up to 200 guests.

Open every day 11am until late.

156 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. PH: 488-0077 Email: takapuna@portofino.co.nz www.portofino.co.nz/takapuna Treat Take advantage of their Portofino Express Lunch. Just $19 will get you 2 courses and a glass of wine or Peroni tap beer. Great value!

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Otto Woo - Gourmet Asian Cuisine

New Vietnam Cafe

Healthy meals don’t have to be boring — the perfect balance of great taste and nutrition is at Otto Woo in Huron Street, Takapuna. Otto Woo provides western style, modern Asian cuisine, with strong Japanese, Malaysian and Thai influences.

Each meal contains loads of fresh vegetables infused with high quality sauces, herbs and other ingredients. Special packages available for corporate lunches, client meetings, birthday parties, film shooting catering... Take out, Dine In, Delivery – Gluten-free options available.

Open: Lunch Mon- Sat 11.30-2.30pm; Dinner Mon- Sun 4.30-9pm.

8 Huron St, Takapuna. PH: 489 8001 Online order: www.ottowoo.com During July SPECIAL LUNCH DEAL 15% off everything on menu

For those of you who love Vietnamese food the New Vietnam Cafe is a must. You will discover very special value for money food as well as quick and efficient service. Perfect for Lunch or Dinner.

Great range of special Vietnamese style appetisers, lemon grass food, spicy or not spicy food. Also many wok fried dishes, deep fried dishes for you to choose from. Great place for entertainment, group functions, birthdays and events. Welcome to dine in or takeaway.

Open 7 days. 10.30am until 9pm.

62-78 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna. PH: 489-3869.

This is a Channel team favourite. Ask Kenji to make some suggestions.

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Talay Thai Restaurant Mairangi Bay

Montrose Café, Bistro & Bar Montrose offers a great selection of modern Englishstyle cuisine and is fully licensed with a great range of wines and beers, coffees and real fruit smoothies.

It’s a great place to have a romantic dinner, a family outing with children and a great place to celebrate in style for any occasion, with gluten free and vegetarian options. This winter there is an open fire (enjoy mulled wine) with rich dark English oak tables and leather chairs – you’ll want to stay the whole night! Live music Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday at lunch time.

Open: 7 days a week, 9am-late. Mon-Fri, 8amlate Sat-Sun - 1 Montrose Terrace, Mairangi Bay. PH: 478 9610. www.montrose.org.nz Thursday Steak Nights. Only $23 for 300gm Steak with all trimings.

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Mairangi Japanese Cuisine Lunch Special $9.90 - Mairangi Japanese Cuisine is a hidden treasure located in Green Gables shopping village in Mairangi Bay. Delicious Japanese food is prepared by the head chef who has over 20 years’ experience of serving top quality meals.

Mairangi Japanese is both fully licensed and BYO, with a good selection of wine, Japanese tap beer and Sake also available. Live music every Saturday night. Small functions are also welcomed.

Open: For Lunch 11.30am-2.30pm; Dinner 6pm-10.30pm Mon-Sat (closed Sundays) 376/384 Beach Rd. Mairangi Bay. PH: 476 9977. www.mairangicuisine.co.nz

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New to Milford – it opened in October 2011 – Talay Thai Restaurant has seating for 40 people and more than 60 delicious Thai dishes to choose from, including many Thai Vegetarian, Duck and Seafood options to suit your desire. Their knowledgeable restaurant staff will always give you a friendly welcome and help you choose from a wide range of high quality Thai dishes.

Open: Lunch (from only $10.50) – Tues-Sun 12pm-2.30pm; Dinner – 7 nights 5pm till late.

83/85 Kitchener Rd, Milford. PH: 489 9568. www.talaythai.co.nz Tip Try their Yum Thai Salads – King prawns with fresh chilli, salad, tomatoes, onion, spring onion and lemon juice; or Thai Beef Salad, slices of grilled beef (sirloin) with fresh chilli, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, spring onion and lemon juice. From just $22! Also try their special marinated sirloin steak, flamed in brandy and served on a hot plate.

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Eating Out on the Shore Feature Restaurant

Italian Charm in Takapuna In English, Al Forno means ‘from the oven’ and it is abundantly clear why, given the spectacular focal point which dominates this exquisite Takapuna restaurant.

The authentic stone oven, imported from Italy, is a stunning feature which not only wows visitors with its rustic charm but enables Al Forno to create mind-blowingly good dishes.

Everything about this Anzac Street eatery exudes Southern European charm.

From the warm, family-like welcome visitors receive, to the scent reminiscent of evening time in an Italian town square, Al Forno delivers a genuine, quality experience.

Tuesday through to Sunday, dinner is served from 5pm to late, with Thursday and Friday offering the opportunity to lunch Al Forno-style between 12 and 3pm.

Each month, new specials are added to the mouth-watering menu giving customers old and new the chance to experience more flavoursome dishes expertly crafted by the highly-experienced chefs.

Hosts and owners Maria and Emilio have been delighting North Shore locals and customers from far and wide for two years. They have been overwhelmed by the support they have received from neighbouring businesses and Takapuna locals, with those from offices across the road being particularly kind during their start-up months and ever since.

The pair has well and truly made the North Shore their home, after arriving in New Zealand 17 years ago. They are delighted to be raising their two children in this beautiful region.

Maria said: “It’s a lovely small community where everyone knows each other. I like that people are honest here, I appreciate that honesty.”

And an honest piece of advice to all is - do not go through this winter without trying their exceptional wood-fired pizzas. They really are that good.

Al Forno – Pizza, Pasta, Seafood and Meat dishes. Dine in or takeout.

34 Anzac St, Takapuna. Phone: 488 0179 – www.alforno.co.nz

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Faro Korean Grill Dining Now open in Takapuna If you enjoy eating out and haven't been to try Faro Korean Grill Dining, Takapuna's exciting new Korean dining experience, then we suggest you do.

It is very special – and it is an experience.

This is a proven dining experience. There are two other Faro Korean Restaurants in Auckland. In Lorne Street in the City and Newmarket. Faro Takapuna is located in the space that for many years was occupied by Cheapskates, behind The Elephant Wrestler, in the heart of Takapuna's Hurstmere Road Strip. But you will not recognise the place. A significant amount of money has been spent on a superb traditional Korean fit out for the main restaurant and very special private dining areas.

A recent review from a customer of one of their restaurants on eating out website www.menumania.co.nz sums up the Faro experience pretty well. It reads "Excellent restaurant, great food, lovely atmosphere and great service. Finally a Korean restaurant that is pitched at a diner who wants to eat good quality authentic Korean food. I have been to Korea and have eaten with many Korean friends in their homes and this restaurant is the best example of Korean food." This person is correct as Faro is apparently considered one of the best by the Korean community.

The Faro team tell us that their aim is to provide the best traditional Korean grill in New Zealand. And judging by our first experience in mid-June (only a few short weeks after they had opened) they are on their way to achieving that. The city restaurant was named in the Metro Top 50 Restaurants in 2011 and the same formula has been followed in Takapuna.

The experience at Faro is around the portable table top barbecues that are brought to each table. So you are watching your food grill – the meats, seafood and vegetables. A prominent feature, that adds to the experience, are the fancy chrome pipes that are the exhaust system to take the barbecue smoke out of the restaurant.

At least half of our group were eating traditional Korean for the first time, but choosing food was made very easy by the friendly and helpful waitress assigned to our table. Her suggestion was to choose from one of the combination barbecue set menus – a mini banquet of dishes and meats for the grill. A great choice – it was delicious, with lots of great sauces, condiments and side dishes to complement the grilled food. The Korean style pancakes to start were popular as well.

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The hot coal barbecue experience really got under way when a tray of meats and seafood items arrived at the table for us to cook under the guidance of our waitress. This included such items as beef short rib, pork scotch, marinated chicken and salted tiger prawns – yum! As part of the $40 per head banquet there was ice cream and plum tea (apparently good for digestion) to finish.

Faro offers a veritable feast, but the food is very healthy and fresh and we all commented that we went away satisfied, but not feeling like we had overeaten. The entire experience was very affordable as well.

Faro is fully licensed and is great for just two people or for large groups, with the private dining rooms being an excellent option.

Oh, and while you are there make sure you check out the decor in the toilets – it's very special.

With lunch specials at $15 and $16 Faro is also a great place for lunch – business or pleasure!

Faro Korean Grill Dining Takapuna – 138 Hurstmere Road, Phone 486-5050, Open 7 Days, Lunch 11.30am-3pm, Dinner 5.30pm-10.30pm.

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The Elephant Wrestler will host events that will benefit the Wilson Home.

The first of these events – a charity quiz night – was held on Tuesday July 3rd. Entry was $5 per person, which included a pizza or two for the table, with all proceeds from the entry fees going towards The Wilson Home Trust.

Paul Lomax, Director of The Elephant Wrestler explains that the bar is doing its bit to get involved with the local community by building a long-term relationship with The Wilson Home Trust.

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The Elephant Wrestler plans to run several events to benefit the Wilson Home over the next 12 months. These will include a long lunch, and they hope that the local community will get behind them in supporting this unique charity.

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Cafes on the Shore

Habitual fix

Takapuna

The Fresh Food Addicts, Habitual fix have finally made their way to Takapuna. Baking their bread each morning onsite and using only the freshest ingredients and high grade cuts of meat ensures that you get the freshest sandwich, salad, or wrap made right in front of you. They also squeeze their own juice onsite and make fresh fruit smoothies.

Mon - Sat: 8.00am - 8.00pm. Sun: 8.00am - 5.00pm 484 Lake Road, Takapuna. PH: 488 0388 takapuna@habitualfix.co.nz

Tip Habitual fix also deliver the city’s freshest office or catering requests, go to www.habitualfix.co.nz to see how affordable it is!

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Latin Larder At Latin Larder you’ll find excellent food and great coffee.The cafe is the only one in Takapuna to serve Miller’s Coffee and friendly owner Justin is only too happy to please – offering to make anything offmenu to order if the customer wishes.

One of the best kept secrets is their secret garden that’s been hiding away, tucked in behind the cafe.

Open: 6.30am-3pm, Tues-Sun (closed Mondays) 170 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach. PH: 489 5563

Tip Soup Hot & heatry just like Justin. New recipe made with spices and all things nice.

Campells Bay

Tip New Menu starting 1st July with a twist of Italian.

Takapuna

Sumo Salad At this popular cafe in Takapuna you will find much more than Salads. All day breakfast, great coffee, gourmet toasties, wraps, long rolls and of course – as the name suggests – they do fantastic salads. Some say the best in Takapuna. The added bonus is that they offer free internet (cond. apply) and you’ll always get a friendly smile from Stuart, Jacqui and their team.

Open: Mon-Fri 7.30am-7pm; Weekends 8am-7pm, 7 Days.

67 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach. PH: 489 7866

Soups are back for the Tip colder months at Sumo Salad. Some say best in Taka!

Swiss Bakery & Cafe It's hard to find something that is truly artisan. But Eveline and her husband Franz simply do just that; serving all things - Swiss style. Baked on site daily, this European flavour extends to everything on offer. Right now you can also get tasty "Winter Soups of the Day". They also have a full Cooked Breakfast Menu.

Speciality cakes for all occasions – Wedding , Birthday, Anniversaries etc. Party Breads ideal as centerpieces at a party also Breads, rolls & small savouries.

Catering Available.

Open: Mon-Fri 8am-4.30pm; Weekends 8am-2.30pm, 7 Days. 5 Milford Road, Milford. PH: 489 9737

Tiger Coffee

Tucked next to Countdown on Barrys Point Road, Tiger Coffee is the perfect coffee oasis.

C’Bay Coffee & Wine Bar C’Bay offers great coffee as well as breakfast and lunch menus including salads, soups and gourmet sandwiches, as well as tapas and anti pasta platters.

There is also a deli range of slices, cakes, muffins, scones and sandwiches, all homemade with the menu including a range for vegan and gluten free foods.

The Esplanade, Campells Bay. Phone 478 7243.

Email: cbaycoffee@gmail.com

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Tip They’ve got a great range of Swiss specialities, including Urner Leckerli, Biberli, mini Gingerbread, Coconut Macaroon, Biscotti and sensational Cakes!

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Tiger, which started off solely as a coffee-equipment retailer, has grown to include a bustling café.

Tiger, which started off solely as a coffee-equipment specialist, has grown to include a bustling café.

Initially, the only coffee served was made simply to show clients the magic of Tiger’s top-end bean to cup espresso machines and the quality of the coffee they could produce. Now, the spacious café space serves as a perfect setting for business meetings, girls’ catch-ups or a quick caffeine-fix on the way to work.

Open from 6.30am, Tiger’s breakfast menu is priced to beat the recession. A regular Tiger Breakfast will only set you back $8.50, while the Big Breakfast (also known as The Streak) features bacon, eggs, sausage, mushrooms, tomato and toast for $11.50.

For those on the run, the breakfast roll provides an appealing option. It includes bacon, egg and tomato on ciabatta bread, paired with any coffee, for $9.50 and is ready for your early morning start.

Sheona, who owns and manages Tiger, says the friendly staff members are also willing to whip something “a little different” for those who fancy something that is not on the menu, meaning customers can tailor make sandwiches to suit their preferences.

Tiger uses their own Grand Cru - Premium Espresso Rainforest Alliance Certified blend as well as the new “kick start” offer – for those needing an extra lift!

The showroom range includes commercial espresso machines, plungers, grinders, gift vouchers and home espresso machines. Tiger staff offer a wealth of knowledge about all things coffee, and can help find the perfect product to suit the needs of “even the biggest coffee fanatic”.

Additionally, the Tiger Coffee Cart is now ready for hire. The cart, which comes with one of Tiger’s top-end machines and its own barista, is great for weddings, conferences, or any event which calls for serious coffee.

TRY OUR COFFEE WEEK. We are proud of our Grand Cru Espresso blend so come in and give it a try. For those already wonderful regulars enjoy our one-week special. Tiger is offering a special deal to all Channel readers – visit for a browse of the amazing machines, and all hot drinks from the 9th – 16th July inclusive are $3.00 (excludes loyalty stamps).

Tiger is open from 6.30am – 4pm Monday-Friday and 8am1pm on Saturdays. The team look forward to seeing you there soon.

Tiger Coffee, 18 Barrys Point Road, Takapuna.

Phone: 09 4893084 Email: sales@tigercoffee.com www.tigercoffee.com

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We love contributions to Channel Magazine from our 'locals'. One such local is Jacqui Wright, the friendly host at Sumo Salad in Takapuna. Jacqui (and husband Stuart) have put their hands up to provide a monthly contribution – to inform our readers of how to make tasty and healthy salads, and other bits and pieces. This month Jacqui's contribution is a great recipe from her Mother-in-law.

Though I was young when I left the UK, I always remember that mandarins and nuts were always available at Christmas. As it is that time of year for mid year Christmas parties I thought I would share my mother-in-laws twist of roasted potatoes (in a salad of course). As it goes Jan is a great cook if you like frozen peas and chips, certainly not a patch on my mums cooking. She surprised us all with this one. It went so well with the meat (though all I remember of that was it was overcooked). Anyway give it a go at your mid year Christmas party or just alongside a winter Barbie. Happy cooking – Jacqui.

Mother-in-laws Kumara Salad

Cafes on the Shore French Rendez-vous Cafe

Takapuna

Treat Don't miss their Bastille Day Dinner, Saturday July 14th.

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1kg of Kumara mixed colour, peeled and cubed 4 tablespoons lemon juice 2 celery sticks, thinly sliced 5 mandarins oranges peeled and segmented 1 cup full fat yoghurt 2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger A pinch of ground nutmeg (optional) 1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Tip $3 Regular Coffee with a toasted or SUPA sandwich or try the 'small' breakfast with all the lashings for $10.50

Sumo Salad Café, 67 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Phone 489 7866. Email: takapuna@sumosalad.co.nz

Enjoy a fresh muffin or scone served alongside award winning toasted espresso coffee. Qualified Vietnamese Chef transforms hum ready for Dinner service and has become a local favourite. Vietnamese chefs like to refer to their cooking as "the nouvelle cuisine of Asia." With the heavy reliance on rice, wheat and legumes, abundance of fresh herbs and vegetables. Licensed/ BYO. Open: Mon - Sun 7.30am - 3.30pm Vietnamese Dinner service: Tues - Sun 6.00 - 10pm 6 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead. PH: 418 4576

Takapuna

Cafe d’amour

Treat Buy one meal get second one for half price. Conditions apply.

Located right in the heart of Takapuna’s main Hurstmere Road shopping area, and only a short stroll from the beach, Cafe d’amour means Cafe of love. The cafe’s friendly and helpful staff share a passion for great coffee – using award-winning coffee beans – and lovely food which you can enjoy in a cozy and relaxed environment.

Open: 7am-4pm, 7 Days 86 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach. PH: 488 0200

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Mozaik Caffe

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Mozaik is popular!

It opens in Mt Eden on July 5 & at Silverdale & Victoria Park Market soon!

Mozaik Caffe's always have outstanding coffee. They roast their own Zigana beans. The food is always a great standard as they produce all their food onsite daily. Two of the busiest Mozaik Caffe's are right here on the Shore.

Mozaik Caffe Constellation. 61 Constellation Drive, Mairangi Bay. Open: 7 Days, 7am-5.30pm.

Mozaik Caffe Takapuna. Westfield Shore City.

Open: 7 Days, 8am-6pm (Thursday late till 9pm).

Mozaik also have cafes in Orewa, New Lynn, Grafton, Parnell, Hamilton.

Method Scrub Kumara skins and coat in a good olive oil.

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Channel Pets: Four Seasons Pets, Barry's Point Road

Your total pet store Four Seasons Pets – Now in Barry's Point Road In a real boost for our local community, leading independent pet store Four Seasons Pets has chosen the North Shore as the perfect spot for their second store. The store is now open on Barry's Point Road in Takapuna. It has quickly become a favourite spot for the Channel Mag crew to get supplies for their pets.

Four Seasons Pets have been in business for 32 years. So they know the pet industry inside out. In recent times a fresh perspective and new energy have been injected into the business with Jody Fraser-Nathan joining his wife Sasha in the family business. Jody has bought with him a new outlook and his dry sense of humour. He is the mastermind behind the witty signs seen recently outside the impressive store on Barry's Point Road.

The husband and wife team have worked together over the past three years on getting the business ready to expand to the second store. The other Four Seasons Pets store is in Apirana Ave in Glen Innes. Their hard work has paid off. They feel that they have bought a less corporate, family friendly pet store to the Shore. We agree.

At Four Seasons Pets, a genuine aim is to see their store through their customers’ eyes. The large store is massive and loaded with a wide range of products. But Sasha and Jody are always keen to get feedback from customers on the range.

“We are already seeing that our Shore customers have quite different preferences to our customers on the other side of the bridge," says Sasha. "We also understand that life is very hectic so we are open extended hours to make it easy for our customers to pick up their pets things on the way to or home from work. We have a pretty comprehensive range, but would love feedback as to

Four Seasons Pets, 3 Barry's Point Road, Takapuna.

what other products are wanted."

The store is very impressive. The theme is rustic and relaxed, though they have created a professional and customer friendly shopping environment. The feel carries through from the barnlike exterior to the overhead trusses and verandas to the recycled corrugated iron and copper downpipes. The rock wall that overhangs the aquarium area is a must-see feature. As is the 'Meet and Greet Room'. Jody and Sasha researched what customers want to see in a pet store and the Meet and Greet Room – where interested parties can go and play with puppies or kittens before they buy – was an essential element to offer a more hands on approach. It's fun as well.

Isn't it great to have this fabulous pet store right on our doorstep in Takapuna!

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Key members of the Benefitz CHANNEL MAGAZINE team : Ulla Bennett (Advertising and Photography), Heather Vermeer (Contribu ting Writer and Advertising) , Jared Trice (Lead Designer) and Aidan Bennett (Publishe r).

In the Channel

001 Book Reviews For Booklovers

From The Booklover 002 Channel Community Calendar 004 Out & About On The Shore 014 Buy Local & Win! A 2012 Toyota Yaris 015 Men's Fashion with Life for Men, Takapuna 016 The Channel Eating Out Guide 019 The Channel Eating Out Guide:

Feature Restaurant 020 The Channel Eating Out Guide:

Feature Restaurant 021 The Elephant Wrestler 022 Cafes On The Shore 024 Channel Pets: Four Seasons Pets, Barry's Point Road 027 My North Shore With Rachel Ramsay 028 Cover Feature: Cam Calkoen 032 Views From The Beach

With Peter White, Tbba 034 The Department Store 037 Stand Up Paddling: With Mark Jackson 039 Your Home With Home Fabrics 040 Travel: With The Nauti Adventure Company, Takapuna 042 Everything Apple: With iStore, Takapuna 043 Takapuna Beach 044 Retail Therapy At Takapuna Beach 046 Auckland Council With George Wood 047 The Arts & Entertainment: With Shane Cortese 048 Quality Healthcare: With Medplus Lake Road 049 The Smile Doctor 049 Takapuna Beach Holiday Park 050 Health & Fitness: With Les Mills Takapuna 052 Westfield Shore City: Esprit 055 Westfield Shore City: Fifth Avenue 056 Spotlight On The Takapuna Markets 056 Northside With Mayor Len Brown 057 Ethical & Sustainable Meat With Ruby’s List 058 Shore Matters With Maggie Barry 059 Local Childrens' Book Illustrator Nina Rycroft 060 Feature Interview: Anna Hartley 062 Interview: Hannah Tinnicliffe 063 Health & Fitness: Pilates Unlimited 064 Shore People 066 The Healthy Channel With John Appleton 067 AA Smartfuel: Shop locally and save on fuel 070 Making a Splash: with Olympic Swimmer Melissa Ingram 071 Delicious Treats With Devonport Chocolates 073 North Harbour Club: News 074 For The Home With Harvey Norman, Wairau Park 062 Smales Farm: News 083 Milford - Everyone’s Place: News 084 Milford - Everyone’s Place: Platina Jewellery 085 Milford - Everyone’s Place: News

087 Milford - Everyone’s Place: Crafty Knitwits 088 Optometry & Eyewear With Melissa Hay, Visique Milford Optometrists 089 Milford - Everyone’s Place 090 Local Government With Schnauer And Co 092 Tight Lines & No Lies: Fishing With Hunts Sports Of Milford 093 The Channel Grill 094 Wine & Food With Liz Wheadon 095 People On The Bus: Q&A 096 Devonport: Our Charming Village

By The Sea 099 Torpedo Bay Navy Muesum News 100 Channel Promotion: Official Entry Forms 101 Exploring the Shore with Kellie Larson 102 Business In The Community: BNZ 103 Rotary on the Shore 103 Building And Home Maintenance 104 North Shore Ymca: News 105 Channel Pets With Doghq 106 Accountancy Beyond The Numbers With Hayes Knight 107 Legally Speaking With Simpson Western Lawyers 108 Investing With Spicers 109 Investing With Mike Taylor, Piefunds 109 Talking Trusts: Tammy Mcleod, Davenports 110 The Pumphouse Theatre: What’s On 111 Bruce Mason Centre: What's On 112 Shoreside Theatre Thriller: At The Pumphouse 113 Northart: News 114 Mairangi Arts Centre: News 115 Lake House Arts Centre: News 116 Education: Kristin School 118 Education: Westlake Boys High School 119 Education: Carmel College 120 Channel Guest Columnist: Tiana Frittelli, Year 12, Carmel College 122 Education: Rosmini College 123 Shore People: Nick Southgate 123 Touch Rugby 124 Education: Pinehurst School 125 Education: Takapuna Grammar 126 Education: Westlake Girls High School 127 Ami North Harbour Netball

With Adele Lendich 128 North Shore History With David Verran 129 North Shore Hospital News 130 Caring For Your Car: With Car-Fe 131 Vehicle Maintenance with AA Auto Service & Repair 132 Trade/Services Directory 134 The Poynton: People 136 Gundry's Grumbles With Simon Gundry 137 Commercial Property With Andrew Hiskens,Colliers North Shore 138 Commercial Property: With Bayleys North Shore Commercial 140 Spotlight On: Landmark Homes, North Shore & Rodney 142 Local Real Estate: The Power Of Two 144 Channel Feature Home: with Nadja Court, Barfoot & Thompson

Celebrating those making a difference How good is our July issue of Channel magazine! Up with the biggest we have produced and loaded with interesting reading about all the good things happening on the North Shore.

In this issue I have had a great deal of pleasure interviewing two people who are making very significant contributions to our community. It is something I really love about producing this magazine – interacting with people who are making a difference.

Our cover feature on Cam Calkoen is a great story. I have known Cam for the best part of a decade as a result of my involvement in the North Harbour Club. From the time Cam first talked to the club (he says it was 10 years ago) he inspired us. Since that time we have watched him continue to grow and grow as a person, with his achievements being quite outstanding. I hope you all enjoy reading the interview I have put together with Cam for this issue.

The other major interview I have done delves into politics, an interview with councillor Ann Hartley. As I outline in my piece it is only over the past couple of years that I have come into contact with Ann, and what I have seen has impressed me immensely. I believe we should celebrate people like Ann who give so much to the community.

I must put my hand up and say that I didn't vote for Len Brown to be mayor, but I have been impressed with what I have seen from him and his first Auckland Council. And Ann is one playing a big part. What I have discovered from having a bit to do with them is that people like Ann (and Len) have a huge passion for Auckland. They are very focussed on progress and correcting the disjointed planning mistakes of the past. Sure, there is going to be some pain as we get our heads around the changes they are having to make (rates etc.). They are not going to be able to keep everybody happy. But my big hope is we now let them follow this plan through and politics doesn't get in the way and result in more chopping and changing. Long term the people of Auckland will be the losers. Trust you will enjoy reading Ann's perspective in this issue.

In the June issue of Channel I met and profiled Ludo CampbellReid, Auckland Council's urban design champion. Then in June I had the pleasure of hearing him address the Takapuna Beach Business Association's monthly get-together. I am hugely impressed with the plans he and his team have for Auckland. From what I have seen and heard this will also provide great results for Takapuna and other parts of the North Shore. We need to ensure that they are able to bring these plans to fruition. Enjoy your monthly Channel.

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By Rachel Ramsay. Rachel is a third year communications student at AUT (majoring in journalism).

Being a ‘real Shore local’, and also a bit younger than a few of us at Channel Magazine, she provides a refreshing perspective for the magazine by contributing this monthly column, as well as special interest and feature articles.

Making the Most of your Newfound, Olympic-Induced Will to Exercise Nothing makes you feel more inadequate as a human being than seeing Usain Bolt run 100 metres in less time than it takes you to pick up the remote control.

The Olympics. As mediocre an athlete as they make me feel, I’m actually really excited that by the end of this month I’ll be glued to the telly watching them. This is my favourite time of the quadrennial, mainly because the Olympics are my favourite sporting event (and I’m pretty sure sporting events are the only things that occur by quadrennials).

Why do I love the Olympics so much? Well for starters, while they’re running it means there is always something good on TV (unless the indoor cycling is on.

But sssh don’t tell any cyclists I said that).

I also love that the Olympics always inspire me to engage in some sort of physical activity of my own. Seeing a 16-year-old gymnast somersault 20 times through the air really brings it home to you; when it comes to fitness, there’s always something more you could be doing.

Luckily for us on the Shore, there are loads of good places to act upon any Olympic-induced fitness motivation you might experience.

In many parts of the world, factors like snow, safety and lack of footpaths force fitness-lovers into gyms. When you think about it, by comparison we have a fantastic fitness-enabling environment. Even in winter you can head out the door in shorts, and after five minutes of running you’re at a pretty comfortable temperature.

As a bonus, we also have world-class scenic views in whichever direction we head on our fitness adventures.

You can go to the beach (any one of our 24 will do), you can climb North Head, you can go for a jog through Centennial Park (definitely one of the most underrated parks on the Shore in my humble opinion) or you can enjoy a nice flat jog round Lake Pupuke (and probably bump into at least three people you know who are doing exactly the same thing).

My goal this Olympics is to harness the awe I feel when I see some extraordinary physical feat on the telly (like when 10,000 metre runners pull out a sprint finish) and use it as the driving force behind finding the motivation to hit the pavement with enthusiasm.

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The Olympics. Love them or hate them, you might as well embrace them. I plan to embrace them by pulling my trainers on and getting amongst the fitnessenabling environment we are all so lucky to live in. Yes, I have accepted the fact that I am probably never going to have the legs of a Kenyan 400 metre runner, but there’s no harm in trying. Right?

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Cover Feature: Cam Calkoen

Cam Calkoen

North Our cover feature for July focuses on inspirational North Shore local, Cam Calkoen. Those who have been fortunate enough to have had an association with Cam over the past decade are amazed by the achievements of this very special human being. Cam's is a story that the wider North Shore community should know about. It's the story of a youngster, born with cerebral palsy, who has become an inspirational public speaker, despite the fact that (in his own words) he “walks funny and talks funny." He has turned a 'can't do' attitude into a dynamic 'can do anything' personality and doesn't hide from the fact that he is still on a journey, that his Everest is yet to be conquered. Channel Magazine's Aidan Bennett interviewed Cam at the Takapuna Beach Cafe, just a week before he departed on his much anticipated dream trip to New York in mid-June.

The Shore and individuals who make up this wonderful community have encouraged my ambition to take my projects to a world scale, but the Shore will always feel like home. Look at it, what a door step.

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By the time you will be reading this, Cam Calkoen will be in New York, embarking on the month-long trip-of-a-lifetime that he has planned and buzzed about for months. By mid-June, he already had five speaking engagements confirmed, and 10 other meetings with influential people and different organisations in Manhattan. For Cam, this trip to the 'Big Apple' is the start of taking his message to the world. His aim is to make the biggest contribution that he can. To show as many people as possible that they can follow their dreams and in doing so achieve more than they ever thought possible. That it all comes down to attitude.

Cam Calkoen grew up in the Hawke’s Bay after been born in Holland 28 years ago. His father, Flip and mother, Arlo lived on the hill in Napier. Flip is wellknown in Auckland as one of the city's leading dog trainers. He's often referred to as a dog whisperer such is his skill with dogs. After he had trained most of the dogs in the Hawke’s Bay area (Cam explained with a chuckle) – but more importantly not wanting their children to become afraid of life in a big city – Flip and Arlo decided to move the family to Auckland.

The Calkoen family of four – Cam's younger sister Sara was born two years after him – moved to Auckland, and at first settled in Mt Eden. Cam attended Ponsonby Intermediate School, where he came into contact with one of the country’s most progressive Principals at that time, Ian Taylor. Cam loved Ponsonby Intermediate, and Ian Taylor was a great influence on him. When the family started thinking about the best secondary school for a youngster with a disability, Taylor's recommendation was Rangitoto College, way over on the North Shore. As this was quite a long way from where the family was living, Cam first attended one of the more convenient schools, but for the first time Cam (who’d always had a good group of friends) was feeling alone and un-inspired. In fact this kid – who had “just got on with it” – was going backwards in terms of the excellence he’d pursued from a young age.

Eventually, the family moved to the North Shore, so that Cam could attend Rangitoto College, where he came under the guidance of the late Allan Peachey.

Peachey, who went on to be a member of Parliament, before passing away last year after a long battle with cancer, was a hugely respected and innovative Principal who was doing great things at 'Rangi'.

"Mum and Dad first rented a house in Murrays Bay so that I could attend Rangitoto," explained Cam Calkoen. "Very early on, I knew that it was the school for me. Mr Peachey was inspirational. One of the first questions he asked me when I started was, 'what can I do for his school?' From that moment on, I knew I belonged. Furthermore people, not just Mum and Dad, lifted the bar of expectation of me, the opportunity was there for me to be a contributor to this world, and I started seeing school as a place of opportunity. I loved my time at Rangi."

A big influence on Cam Calkoen's life has been the person he refers to as a best mate, North Shore's world champion triathlete, Terenzo Bozzone.

"Terenzo and I were in the same form class. The day a piece of paper was circling for students to put our names down for the schools athletics day, his words of encouragement would see me living a life bigger than I’d ever dreamt.

He encouraged me to just 'give it a go'. It was quite daunting being one of the very few at New Zealand's biggest secondary school with a disability. But with Terenzo's encouragement I launched myself into it and from there everything else just fell in to place – and best of all, a new found confidence broke down barriers. I was no longer just the guy who walked funny and talked funny. I was the guy putting 110 percent into everything while embracing as much opportunity as I could – attitude determines latitude."

One of Cam's great stories is his first encounter with his great mate Terenzo, this was when he was first encouraged into athletics – the first training run they went on. For the purpose of this story, I made contact with Terenzo Bozzone, and asked him to provide his own account of that first training run which led to their ongoing friendship, and an athletics career that saw Cam winning national Championships throughout the world and a top ten World Championship finish in both the 100 and 200 metre sprints.

"When I first met Cam Calkoen way back in our high school days at Rangitoto College, I was blown away with how enthusiastic and driven he was.

Cam wanted to get into athletics, so I told him we would go out for a run one afternoon. We would end up running to the MISH (Millennium) track and do some running co-ordination drills. He didn't let anything slow him down and didn't once let on that he was struggling. I don't think Cam had run longer than a few minutes prior to our get together, and yet we clocked almost 10kms that day. I knew the running drills would help Cam become more comfortable with running and, after seeing the speed he had on the track, I convinced him that sprints would be best suited to his fast twitch muscle fibres. It didn't take Cam long to get stuck into the training, and set his sights on the Paralympics. After high school Cam got some great international results, but when he had to make the decision between pursuing his dream of representing New Zealand in athletics, or helping the community we live in, he chose the latter. Cam has always thanked me for encouraging him to get out there and give athletics a go, but I am truly grateful for the friendship we have formed along the way, and the amazing feats which Cam has achieved, not only on the track, but in his life, and inspiring the lives of those around him. Cam has a heart of gold and the North Shore is lucky to have an ambassador like him."

Terenzo's account is a pretty accurate one. Cams still sure they had planned to drive to training and what a shock it was when he found out that they were running.

Cam's athletic career blossomed between 2002 and 2007 and he competed all over the world – Australia, Sweden, throughout Asia, Canada and the US. He didn't have a lot of competition locally in his specialist events, the 100 and 200 metre sprints, so he would often compete in Australia where he also won their National Championship.

In 2007 Cam Calkoen made the decision to retire from athletics, and focus on what he calls ‘making a difference.’ In 2002 he made his first speech to the North Harbour Club, an organisation that has recognised Cam's achievements with two AIMES Award grants for excellence. That speech, and the support of the club, provided the confidence for Cam to pursue his dream of a career in public Continues over page…

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speaking and making a difference.

"I actually managed to get a copy of the video of my first speech to the North Harbour Club recently," explained Cam. "It was great to look back on how it all started. I plan to put it on YouTube for all to see."

A big project for Cam when he first left school was assisting with the establishment of the new YES Disability Resource Centre at Albany. A project driven by the Rotary Club of Takapuna North, one of the first Rotary Clubs he spoke to. Cam still works at this fantastic facility, which he explains provides the answers to many of the questions people have when it comes to seeking information, advice, services, and equipment that can empower the quality of life for the one in five New Zealanders living with a disability.

He lists one of his stand-out achievements as presenting a funding application to the ASB Trusts Board for $1 million for the YES project, and receiving a standing ovation. He got the money, and played a big part in achieving the $4 million funding goal that made the project a reality.

"It is great to know YES is a place that can offer direction to available resources within the community, while establishing our own innovations which fulfil service gaps. The terms ‘disability and impairment’ don’t have to be the barrier people perceive them to be. Through the right support these barriers can be overcome, leading towards further inclusion and participation for people of all abilities within our community."

A decade after his first public speaking engagement, Cam Calkoen is now a sought-after inspirational speaker. And he is superb, as those who attended the Takapuna Beach Business Association's monthly meeting in May will attest too. He has the ability to have his audience laughing one minute, and then welling up with teary eyes the next. In the month prior to his trip to New York, Cam spoke at 15 events and to a total audience of over 30,000 people.

One of his mentors along the way has been celebrated motivational speaker, and boxing gym owner Billy Graham – the only New Zealander to have spoken at America’s Million Dollar Round Table Insurance Conference.

Cam's ultimate goal is to inspire others – to be the best they can be. To make them aware that anything is possible.

A snapshot of Cam Calkoen's Achievements: • 1 00 metres and 200 metres sprint title winner in New Zealand, Australia and Canada.

• Awarded a Paul Harris Fellow by Rotary at the age of 21, and again at 25.

• Ambassador for YES Disability Resource Centre.

• Founder of Carabiner Mentoring.

• Recipient of a Vodafone World of Difference Award.

• North Harbour Club AIMES Award for Service to the Community.

• Ambassador for the North Harbour Club.

• Ambassador for 0800 What’s Up. • Ambassador for Toyota New Zealand • Finalist in Kiwibank Young New Zealander of The Year 2009.

• Keynote Speaker at New Zealand Prime Minister John Key's Social Hero Awards.

• Over 400 speeches and presentations in five years to corporate, community, sports clubs, awards dinners, and schools.

• AMP “do your thing” scholarship recipient.

• National Young Leaders Day Road Show – bringing together various leaders from NZ to inspire the next generation – speaking to over 10,000 school students over a 4 week period.

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One of Cam’s proudest achievements has been the establishment of a mentoring program that he has established for people with disabilities, called Carabiner. Through the process of reviewing his own life, the challenges, the highs and determining factors in living his life to its maximum, Cam came up with the concept of the Carabiner mentoring program. Based within the YES Disability Resource Centre, Carabiner has become a vehicle for Cam to share his experiences, and create a supportive network for others to excel in their own right.

Carabiner links young people aged between 17-24 years who show vision, passion and perseverance towards a specific goal, with someone who has experience in the specific area that the young person is aspiring towards. This goal may be recreational, academic, or business related. Carabiner promotes the common interests that people share, and works towards furthering relations amongst people of the world. Through Mentors and young people sharing their experiences, Carabiner creates channels for the passage of information, advice, opportunities, challenges, and support, while still keeping in mind the ultimate achievement of having fun while reaching goals.

Cam's inspirational work has also led to relationships with several other organisations. He is now one of four ambassadors of the North Harbour Club – others being Shane Cortese, Peter Montgomery and Ian Jones. Along with his mates Terenzo and Peter Urlich, he is an ambassador of 0800 What’s Up, a free National telephone counselling service for New Zealanders, aged five to 18 years.

He recently joined the Rotary Club of Takapuna North that he has worked so closely with.

Now as an Ambassador for Toyota New Zealand Cam’s often seen driving a brand new Toyota FJ Cruiser in his work in assisting to establish Toyota Mobility.

"I am a firm believer that if you get rid of physical barriers in society, you go a long way to getting rid of attitudinal barriers and therefore disability becomes no different to any other type of diversity – it’s not something that needs pity, all it takes is understanding – people are people, why confuse it," explains Cam. "Ensuring that public amenities cater for people with disabilities is a very important part of the mix. So too is providing people with the forms of transport that suit their lifestyles, and this is what Toyota Mobility is all about. The typical way is that the person with a disability is just told what vehicle they will get, and quite often it has been a big van, or something similar that actually doesn't suit their lifestyle. Toyota Mobility is all about letting the person with the disability determine the vehicle that suits their lifestyle and situation. I am thrilled to be part of the Toyota Mobility Pilot Program, with Mark and Bob Jago at North Shore Toyota. Hopefully my involvement will result in the whole program being very successful in the future."

Cam Calkoen lives in an apartment in the heart of Takapuna Beach, and for him the Shore will always be home. As we are sitting in the Takapuna Beach Cafe, he points out towards the water and enthuses. "The Shore and individuals who make up this wonderful community have encouraged my ambition to take my projects to a world scale, but the Shore will always feel like home. Look at it, what a door step.

Cam's plan is that his June/July trip to New York is really a fact-finding mission, and the opportunity to meet people and make some contacts for the future. It’s about laying foundations for taking his message ‘dream big, achieve more’ to the world. While he is there, he will talk to two Rotary Clubs, a Camp America group, and also to New York KEA members (Kiwi Expats Abroad). His networking, growing reputation, and success as a speaker in New Zealand will undoubtedly lead onto corporate speaking events in the US and throughout the world. The North Shore should be hugely proud of Cam Calkoen.

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Views From The Beach with Peter White, TBBA

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An overview of what is happening in Takapuna Beach from Business Association General Manager – Peter White.

a special place

I write this column whilst sitting in my hotel in Hamilton after witnessing the All Blacks beat the Irish by the largest ever margin last evening and the bleakest post match dressing room that I have ever encounted.

The Irish Team were bouyed by their fine performance a week earlier in Christchurch, when they were beaten by the All Blacks in the final 60 seconds with a wobbly Dan Carter drop kick, and genuinely believed that they had an opportunity to finally post a win over New Zealand. This was not to be and the chance of an away victory will elude the majority of this team, as they do not return to New Zealand until 2024.

However, the team will take away fond memories of their stay at Takapuna Beach. They marvelled at its beauty, our impressive beachside homes, its laid back manner, our world class beach and fine cafes. They were also most impressed with The Spencer on Byron - many describing it as amongst the best hotels they had stayed at.

Takapuna’s proximity to the CBD, their superb training venue at Onewa Domain and easy walk to our strong hospitality and retail environment should ensure that other International teams will now stay “beside the beach’ rather than the traditional central city hotels.

As well as enjoying our hospitality, some also had a cultural experience attending Tadpole Production’s inaugural play “The Lion in Winter” at the Pumphouse (Congratulations John Anthony and Louise Wallace on your fine initiative) and the excellent dance show “Rock the Ballet” held at the Bruce Mason Centre. We are lucky to have these two fine establishments in our special place that is Takapuna.

Hope to see you here soon. – Pete

Ludo Campbell-Reid draws a large audience at BMW meeting Although generally closed to the public, last months TBBA BMW (Business Meeting on Wednesday) at Jerry Clayton Motors attracted an audience of over 130 people, illustrating the interest that our community has in its future development.

Auckland Council’s Design Champion and Manager Environmental Strategy and Policy Department, Ludo Campbell-Reid spoke at the House of Travel Takapuna sponsored evening (Nice touch having the Fijian Drummers playing at a South Pacific holiday themed event) about the huge opportunities that exist with Takapuna being recognised by the new Auckland Council as a Metropolitan and priority funded centre. The City Transformation team has started precinct planning of the Beachfront and CBD areas, including a much-awaited revamp of Hurstmere Road. Ludo’s presentation has, hopefully, generated a great deal of discussion and thoughts about how Takapuna should develop and realise its full potential as well as maintaining its special character and being the premier destination in New Zealand to live work and play.

We would love to hear of your vision for these two precincts (Beachfront and CBD) as well as the future shape of Hurstmere Road and invite you to share them at peter@takapunabeach.co.nz (These will be forwarded to both the Local Board and also the City Transformation team).

Before & After…

Some examples of how Hurstmere Road could be transformed.

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Takapuna - home to 'The Block' TV3s big budget reality show “The Block NZ” debuts this Wednesday July 4th and Takapuna plays a starring role. The producers spent nine months scouring the country to find four adjacent homes in an “aspirational” suburb and paid $630,000 each for the former state homes, situated in Anzac Street, Takapuna. The choice has upset some local residents, as the area is the subject of a rezoning decision that could allow the development of apartment blocks of up to eight stories and the four houses could eventually be demolished. Takapuna has been identified for many years as an area where intensification will occur and development west of Lake Road will accommodate the majority of this, helping ensure that our beach and reserve area has minimal impact. Obviously the market will dictate the future of these homes, as demand will determine the rate of development. We say – sit back and enjoy our beautiful “aspirational” suburb gaining nationwide exposure in a series whose final was Australia’s highest rating TV show last year.

Renewed commitment to Takapuna Beach I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the sponsors of the TBBA, who have renewed their sponsorships in these tough economic times. Not only have they reaffirmed their support to help realise the TBBA’s vision... “A place where residents are proud, workers feel lucky and visitors astonished”, they have also committed to an increased sponsorship fee.

Especially pleasing is that at the time this article went to press; we have had 100% support from our existing sponsors (with some still to make a decision).

Thank you very much to the following sponsors Principal Sponsor: Jerry Clayton BMW; Platinum Sponsors: Benefitz; Bliss Reflexology; BNZ; Café Massimo; House of Travel Takapuna; Simpson Western; WHK; Gold Sponsors: Colliers North Shore; Channel Magazine; Les Mills Takapuna; Frank Casey Takapuna; Haydon Optometrists; Nielsen.

Platinum SPONSORS: The Takapuna Beach Business Association appreciates the support of our Platinum sponsors…

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Takapuna Beach Business Association: News

Cat’s Corner

With Catherine Howell

An Irish Encounter Although the luck of the Irish didn’t really stand a chance against the world champs, hosting and supporting the team in Takapuna early last month was a celebratory occasion nonetheless.

As Pete toured around the country with the 'Men in Green', we Takapuna Primary students, winning decorated the town centre in clovers artists in the 'Paint the Town Green' and leprechauns. Congratulations competition. From left to right: Katja to Takapuna Primary students for Boonzaier, Jessica Lee, Amber Willis and Judy Park. designing the winning Irish mural, which was displayed at Takapuna Paper Plus and selected by the Irish coach Declan Kidney.

A big thank you to BNZ, Planet Fun and Powa Products for donating the prizes to the young artists, and to Benefitz and Channel Magazine for helping to create a festive environment.

WHK proves that Takapuna is a Great Place to Live and Work!

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A Rocker and a Grill What does a platiunum rock and a Korean BBQ Grill have in common?

Well, not much except that they both choose Takapuna as a place to do business. We’re pleased to welcome our two newest additions into the community: Culet Jewellery and Faro Restaurant.

Culet Jewellery is the brainchild of rock stars Dane Rumble and Scotty Nicols and prides itself on creating high-quality bespoke and custom pieces of jewellery. Just down the road, you’ll now find Faro Resturant - a Korean traditional BBQ grill with dishes that’ll please even the most discerning of foodies.

If you’re after a bit more spice and colour, you’ll be chuffed to hear that Pack Group have just announced Mexico to open at the new McKenzies development. The restaurant has had massive success in Britomart and will be another great reason to enjoy yourself in Takapuna. Now that’s Mue Bueno!

Featured Takapuna Business:

CJ Bruton and the Frank Casey Takapuna team.

Two time champs are mixing it with the winners in suit hire

Local chartered accountants and business advisers, WHK’s, WHK Group – A happy lot of employees on Gould Reserve, Takapuna Beach. From left to right, Ivy Yao, Alison Reid, employee satisfaction Rosemary Gilmour, Natalia Pavlova, Hayley Brown, survey results are proof Shane Zhou, Belinda Van Den Bos, Abbey McGrath, that Takapuna is not only Martin Richardson, Bronwyn Taylor, Walter Chen, Kylie MacDonald, Tina Heelas, Matt Lynch, Kenina Court. a great place to live – but to work also.

The Takapuna office of WHK achieved excellent great place to work results in their 2012 Great Place to Work survey, attaining a ranking of 95/100 and 91/100 for the office’s focus on long term direction and senior leadership. The office also achieved a 90th placing for performance culture reflecting the high standards the team sets itself.

The survey is undertaken by Australian Company Insync and rankings benchmark each WHK office against 100 comparable organisations.

Takapuna Principal, Martin Richardson said, “We’re delighted with these results. We place a great deal of importance on creating a positive, rewarding work environment because ultimately happy, engaged staff means that we can provide superior service to our clients. These results reflect the camaraderie and focus that our team have.’

The WHK Group employs 3000 staff across Australia and NZ and undertakes an annual survey to assess how aligned staff are with the strategy of the firm and how engaged they feel.

Frank Casey Takapuna had great pleasure in fitting out some of the Breakers for their very special Black Tie event after taking out the trophy for the second year in a row.

CJ Bruton is the anchor man for the Breakers team, a superstar in his own right, and a truly ‘down to earth’ guy who understands where he started and will mix and mingle with people of all walks of life. He is most certainly a star at Frank Casey Takapuna who enjoyed him bringing the trophies to the Hurstmere Road shop and spending time with staff.

Frank Casey Takapuna had no problems in meeting the size requirements to have the boys looking very smart on the night.

Frank Casey Suit Hire Takapuna has a large range of Black Tie, Wedding and Business suits, coming in three different lengths, offering numerous size combinations. So whatever your size or shape, please step into Frank Casey Takapuna and their experienced and friendly staff will advice on what is best for your occasion or simply work with what you need to ensure you look very smart or professional on the day, whether it be a Wedding or Black Tie lunch or dinner.

Call or email on 486 6329 or takapuna@frankcasey.co.nz 161 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna.

GOLD SPONSORS: The Takapuna Beach Business Association appreciates the support of our Gold sponsors…

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“Silky, glossy hair is a must during the cooler months, with a sense of natural, effortless style.”

CARL A MIDDLETON

Q & A WITH CARL A MIDDLETON

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eet Carla, the newest addition to Stephen Marr Takapuna and shore girl through and through. With a career spanning two decades, Carla is known by many for her expert hair and make-up styling on TV series Outrageous Fortune and is responsible for training some of New Zealand’s top hairdressing talent. Also known for her talented cutting skills too.

A S A S H O R E G I R L W H AT A R E Y O U R FAVO U R I T E LO C A L GEMS / C A FE S ?

The Tea Lady in Birkenhead, and I also enjoy Jam organic cafe for healthy snacks.

W H AT D O Y O U M O S T E N J O Y A B O U T W O R K I N G AT S T E P H E N M A R R ?

I love the energy of the place! The Department Store is such a relaxed, calming location, but the salon can be so upbeat. Having all the amazing clothing stores within seconds of the salon is pretty awesome!

W H AT A R E Y O U R T O P 5 P R O D U C T S FOR KEEPING HAIR LOOKING G R E AT T H I S W I N T E R ?

Sans is my go-to range when it comes to repairing hair. As hot tools and air conditioning can wreak havoc on your hair during the winter months, I use Sans Nourishing Hair Wash and Hydratant to help bring my hair back to its original shiny, healthy state. Kevin Murphy Born Again mask is another favourite, as is Kevin Murphy Young Again. They smell divine and are so effective.

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Kevin Murphy Young Again, Kevin Murphy Born Again, both $70

MOVING INTO THE COOLER M O N T H S , W H AT A R E T H E L AT E S T TRENDS FOR WINTER?

Silky, glossy hair is a must during the cooler months, with a sense of natural, effortless style. But that’s something everyone loves, year round. I’m enjoying the return to a rich, dark chocolate colours, and loving the popularity of the long bob - everyone looks great at this length, it’s so chic.

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Sans Nourishing Hair Wash, $38 and Hydratant, $42

To book an appointment with Carla, call our front of house on 9 488 0585 Stephen Marr / The Department Store / 10 Northcroft St, Takapuna

“Winter is a time for sharpening up your look. While you may lose that ‘ healthy glow’ that summer brings to skin, it’s the perfect opportunity for hair to shine.”

5 TOP TIPS FOR PERFECT HAIR THIS WINTER

01. M O I S T U R I S E I N S I D E & O U T

Lipid depletion is one of winter’s biggest shine killers. Natural oils keep our hair and skin soft, supple, shiny and protect against hot tools, indoor heaters and climatic extremes.

Take Solgar Fish Oils or Waihi Bush Boost Flaxseed oil to get a natural gloss in your hair from the inside out. (Solgar Fish Oil, 30 caps, $32, Waihi Bush Boost Flaxseed Oil, $36) 0 2 . B O O S T Y O U R N AT U R A L DEFENSES

Treat yourself weekly to an extra rich and luxurious treatment. Check the label and look for products that are loaded with lipids, antioxidants and vitamins. These help retain moisture inside the hair fibre, prevent free radical damage, nourish and protect.

I recommend massaging a small dose of Kevin Murphy Luxury Rinse into your scalp, this contains a combination of Shea Butter lipids and Kukui nut oil, which is a natural source of Vitamin A. (Kevin Murphy Luxury Rinse, $45) 0 3 . S C A L P H E A LT H

Keep the scalp in tip top condition this winter as cold air and wind can make blood circulation sluggish and our skin’s metabolism lazy, thus depriving the cells of oxygen. This is why during cooler months the scalp can tend to dry up, flake and develop a rough texture.

Start by taking probiotics internally, Solgar Advanced Multi-Billion Dophilus helps reduce inflammation and restore the scalp.

Vitamin A is also critical in normalising cell function and reconditioning skin and hair back to its natural state. Sans Nourishing Wash and Hydratant contain high levels of vitamin A. (Sans Nourishing Wash/Hydratant $38, Solgar Advanced Multi-Billion Dophilus, $60) 04. PREVENTION IS BET TER THAN CURE

Split ends and brittle hair can become a real problem during the cooler months. It’s a common myth that products can reverse split ends, in reality you’re probably going to have to snip them off. However, thanks to a new and clever technology developed by the scientists of Prestocure Bio-serums, the contents of one capsule can help rebuild the hair’s hydro-lipidic barrier, preserve its structural integrity, reduce the damaging effects of blowdrying, and take the hair back to its teenage glory days. (Prestocure Bio-serums, $32)

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Kevin Murphy Luxury Rinse, $45, Prestocure Bio-serums, $32

05. GET THE GLOSS

A wash of semi-permanent color in the salon will instantly boost shine and layer pigment into the cuticle, transforming flat brunettes and blondes or reds into richer more luminous shades for winter, which is right on trend.

These colours also have the benefit of sitting low on the pH scale to lock the cuticle down, making your hair more reflective to light.

Shine on You Crazy Diamond package at Stephen Marr, $59.00

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Solgar Advanced Multi-Billion Dophilus, $60, (Solgar Fish Oil, 30 caps, $32

WINTER WARMER

Lucy & The Powder Room’s remedy for Winter: re-balance and refresh.

Finding your skin has become lacklustre, and that winter’s environmental weapons of cold, wind and rain are taking their toll? Winter is a time to re-balance, refresh and boost skin health with a host of key actives - leaving you feeling pampered, supple and content.

Winter Package | $100 (value $231) | 60 mins

- 1 hour Osmosis Vitamin Infusion Facial - Hydrating Herbal Mask - Foot massage with warming paraffin treatment - Complimentary Sans Lip Aid

What you can expect…

A relaxing Osmosis facial will protect and repair the skin, while simultaneously promoting skin cell renewal and evening skin tone. This is teamed with a hydrating herbal mask, packed full of antioxidants and hydrating benefits, so your skin will experience active stimulation and healing in one. While the exfoliating mask works its magic, you’ll enjoy a foot massage followed by a luxe paraffin wax treatment to boost circulation - and pamper you from top to toe.

The Powder Rooms Top Beauty P icks for Winter 1 Lip Tar, $38,Vegan lip colours in densely pigmented Hush , Memento, Strumpet..

2 Sans Goji Cleansing Oil, $55, A new generation hydrating oil body cleanser..

3 Nature Girl Oatmeal Apricot and Sesame Exfoliating Face Mask, $35..

4 Liposhperic Vitamin C , $65, Boost collagen and stave off the winter ills with our super nano vitamin C..

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To book your Winter Warmer Package, please call Takapuna +64 9 488 0585 or Newmarket +64 9 524 6702

Stand Up Paddling: with Mark Jackson

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Our regular Stand Up Paddling (SUP) contributor is Mark Jackson, an energetic North Shore native and owner of Stand Up South Pacific and the new Stand Up Takapuna store. After 25 years competing and teaching in Hawaii, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean, Mark Jackson is now "Mr StandUp" in this part of the world.

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Our company, Stand Up South Pacific Ltd, is soon to be working in conjunction with Nauti Travel and Rarotongan Resorts to bring stand up paddling to the South Pacific and we really want to bring you with us!

Thanks to Robbie Douglas, Marketing Manager for Nauti Travel Takapuna and Tata Crocombe, Managing Director at The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Spa, Stand Up Takapuna is able to invite you to come with us on a Nauti Raro Sun Cruzo journey to share our Stand Up Paddle boards and services with The Rarotongan Resort & Spa, The Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa as well as resorts in Samoa and other sun saturated shorelines.

Can you picture yourself jumping on a plane and a few hours and cocktails later enjoying an affordable tropical vacation at an ocean front resort with guided stand up paddle tours as one of your many options?

Rarotonga and Aitutaki are a Stand Up Paddler's paradise. Crystal clear blue lagoons entice the novice paddler whilst the outer reef waves seduce the SUP surfer in search of that perfect wave.

Are you ready to “Go Native”? Tell yourself…"I’ll swap my tie for a Mai Tai and have an ocean, not an office, board meeting!"

Our own Stand Up Takapuna SUP board “The P4 Cruz” has become the board of choice for resorts in Fiji, Rarotonga and other fun places in the South Pacific. The P4 Cruz SUP board stands for what we stand for – Performance, Power, Passion and Play. It’s hands down and feet down the best toy in town – as well as the tropics. The shot on the left is a luscious and loaded left hander and the one on the right might just be right for you!

Rarotonga is reaching out. Aitutaki awaits and we are ready to empower you with the passion of paddling in the Pacific.

For details on how you can join us for a play date you’ll never forget, an adventure you’ll want to repeat, and memories that’ll last a lifetime; just give us a call. Stand Up Takapuna. 0220 PADDLE : 0220 72 33 53.

StandUp Takapuna – Right by the Post Office on Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach. Follow us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/standuptakapuna

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Jerry Clayton BMW

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*Subject to BMW Financial Service lending criteria. Offer based on a BMW 520d sedan Drive Away Price $110,500. Finance offer based on a 24-month Hire Purchase agreement consisting of a 1/3 deposit, 1/3 due in month 12 and 1/3 due in month 24. An interest rate of 0% and a $250 booking fee applies. Offer expires 31/07/2012. Model shown with optional extras.

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Your Home with Home Fabrics

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We still do customised furnishing solutions But can anyone help me with one of those brass double ended screw thingies?

They have gone. Disappeared! All shuffled off to a well deserved retirement in Whitianga.

Last weekend I was out looking for a double-ended brass screw for an aging but still serviceable outdoor umbrella. I had no idea where to start looking.

Certainly not in one of those big bulk barns that now retail hardware. The little

We can make custom-made cushions and squabs in all shapes NZ are not restricted to and sizes, so you the bulk manufactured ranges and of livin g the d re a m course we can make custom-made bedspreads and bedding.

architects love to put in, and yes, we do make curtains for boats as well.

If it is made of fabric – we can probably still make it for you.

So, now I have told you about all the customised furnishing solutions that we can make here at Home Fabrics can anyone suggest where I go to get one of those brass double ended screw thingies for outdoor umbrellas.

Home Fabrics, 28 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach, Phone 486 1103, Email: sales@homefabrics.co.nz or Visit: www.homefabrics.co.nz

Hotel Luxury at Home

ESSENTIALS Advertising Proof

engineering shops have disappeared. The Ingham family, who for sure would have had one in that myriad of boxes behind the counter, retired from their store in Takapuna years ago. Where would I even start to look?

All this got me thinking that customers looking for special and one-off furnishings for their homes may not realise that we still have our own factory ISSUE DATE: July/August ‘12 and still have the skills to make all of the items that the big barns cannot provide. After almost 54 years in the business we should have learned and retained some skills. TODAY’S DATE: 07 June ‘12 Take sheets for example. Many beds sold today have extra deep mattresses and no one has thought to tell the sheet manufacturers that they need to make special sizes to fit them. At Home Fabrics we stock extra deep wall sheets but can also make them anyPLEASE size, or shape, on request. fact many PROOF AND InREPLY TO years ago we used to make them for Flora McKenzie’s (now there is an old name) famous WITHIN 2 DAYSand often make round bed. We also makeTHIS sheetsEMAIL to fit any odd size mattress fitted sheets for boats and caravans. All we need is a paper pattern of the bunk THANK YOU and we can do it.

We can remake your old feather down duvet or pillow, recovering it in a new case and refluffing the fill. This process is expensive, but if your quilt is very good quality or has some sentimental value it is well worthwhile.

We can make custom-made cushions and squabs in all shapes and sizes, so you are not restricted to the bulk manufactured ranges and of course we can make custom-made bedspreads and bedding.

At Home fabrics we canPlease almost note: alwaysIf find and make a window covering we haven’t received a reply above yourodd advertisement will appear solution – Drapes or Blindsby – for anydate, of those shape windows that in the magazine as shown here.

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Travel: with The Nauti Adventure Company, Takapuna

Winter warmers…

or just enjoy what winter has to offer!

This edition of the magazine is timely, given the unbelievable results of the past weekends. The All Blacks were not only in a class of their own, but probably their own school as well! The lessons they dealt out to the poor Ireland team were something to behold.

Is only a shame that it was the Irish, I would have far preferred a game like that was kept till they were playing our near and dear neighbours in the Bledisloe Tests than to deal like that to a team like Ireland.

Given also the first real tastes of Winter, our minds do turn to the warmer climates, and to this end we have included a few gems for you to warm yourselves with. Our team have been busy with the traditional “Winter Warmers” of Rarotonga, Noosa, the Gold Coast and the other Pacific Islands.

I can let you know we have twisted a few arms getting the very best deals possible.

Additionally the ski fields of Queenstown have been buzzing with the recently held Winter festival, the fresh powder being welcomed by skiers young and old. The facilities at Coronet Peak are well suited to skiers of all abilities and the staff and instructors are World Class. Each of the airlines and many of the Hotels have deals that I am reliably told “have made their eyes water” – we will happily show you what is on offer at any time.

Since launching our company we have had many ask “Are you just doing Cruises?” and “Are you just about boats?”. Well the answer to this is simple, it is NOT ONLY…. BUT ALSO. While we are definitely a Nautically themed company, we also provide all of the travel opportunities that your regular travel company can provide, except we can tailor make a travel package for you. We do not have the restrictions that other companies are stuck with.

Our Nauti team is committed to providing you with a memorable experience from the moment you step through our doors. We will personally take care of every detail making your travel arrangements a breeze.

See our Team at “The Nauti Adventure Company” or our website for more details on these or any package. Don't wait… Join in the Nauti experience… You won't be disappointed.

The Nautical Adventure Company, Ground Floor, Crown Centre, 67-73 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Open: 8.30am-5pm Weekdays.

Contact them on: (09) 488-7735 Email info@nautitravel.com www.nautitravel.com

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I can let you know we have twisted a few arms getting the very best deals possible.

At Nauti we can organise: >> Flight Bookings >> Travel Insurance >> Theatre/Show Tickets >> Sporting Packages >> Family Holidays >> Fishing Charters

>> Christmas Functions >> Corporate Travel >> Diving >> Cruises >> River or Canal Boats

THE NEW BENCHMARK IN NAUTICAL TRAVEL AND CHARTERING

ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES & HEAD TO ASIA WITH QANTAS Stopovers are available, terms and conditions apply Economy: - Singapore from $1869* per person - Hong Kong from $1945* per person - Bangkok from $1219* per person

Premium Economy: - Singapore from $3230* per person - Hong Kong from $2965* per person

From $1219* per person return Long life Airfares Valid for: 1 August 2012 - 30 November 2012 *All prices are quoted in New Zealand Dollars and include all taxes and surcharges. Professional Agent Booking Fees may apply. Fares are correct as of the 6th June 2012, but may fluctuate if carrier charges, fees, taxes or currency change. Flights and prices are subject to availability and change prior to booking being made and full payment being received. Date changes and cancellations are permitted before departure but change fees, cancellation fees and additional fare collection fees may apply. Airfares are non-refundable. For further details Contact The Nauti Adventure Company for further details. The Qantas A380 operates on selected flights between Sydney and Singapore, and Sydney and Hong Kong. Qantas operate an A330 aircraft between Sydney and Bangkok. Airfares are subject to availability. All flights are ex Auckland, via Sydney to final destination. Stopovers are permitted, taxes and terms and conditions apply.

GOLD COAST FAMILY PACKAGE Kids Care FREE – Includes fully supervised sessions daily in the Zone 4 Kids Club for children 0-12 yrs

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE - 7 Nights stay at Zagame’s Paradise Resort - 8 Day All inclusive rental car hire - Holiday World Family pass

Zagame’s Paradise Resort is a heaven for kids and a paradise for parents. With 4 star facilities including the brand new giant Z4K Waterpark, Zone 4 Kids Club, lagoon pool and spa, bistro, cafe and bar, the whole family will find their perfect holiday haven. For Gold Coast family accommodation close to beaches and theme parks, where the kids will feel welcome, Paradise Resort Gold Coast is the perfect family getaway. Heaven for Kids... Paradise for Parents! person quad share 8 Days/7 Nights from $799 per

INCLUDES: Accommodation Rental Car Dreamworld – Family Holiday World pass Kids Play FREE – Includes unlimited Entry to the Zone 4 Kids Waterpark.

Valid for Travel: 12 June 2012 - 21 Sept 2012 / 22 Oct 2012 - 24 Dec 2012

Prices are in New Zealand Dollars, unless otherwise stated, per person, quad share (2 adults & 2 Children). CHILD POLICY – Children’s ages are 0-12 years inclusive. Children aged 13 years and over. Rental car hireage – minimum age of 21 yrs and must hold a current drivers licence. Offers are subject to availability and can change without notice due to fluctuations and currency. Terms and Conditions apply, contact The Nauti Adventure Company for further details.

EUROPEAN WATERWAYS - HOTEL BARGING INCLUDES:

Up to 25% off selected departure dates A slow meandering journey past Royal Palaces, quaint riverside towns and small local villages. A mixture of olde worlde England and the natural beauty of Surrey, Berkshire and Oxfordshire.

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE

- English cream tea at a London Hotel - Henley on Thames, Royal regatta town - Visit Tudor Hampton Court Henry VIII’s palace - Moor beneath Windsor Castle - Visit the Stanley Spencer Art gallery - A fascinating tour of Christ Church, Oxford’s grandest college - Visit the Magna Carta & JFK memorials and the Savill Gardens

Gentle exploration are the keywords, with good cycling and walking opportunities as the elegant and spacious hotel barge finds her way along the Royal River Thames.

7 Days/6 Nights Cruise from $3499 per person

Transfers to / from designated London Hotel Gourmet meals prepared by the onboard Master Chef Fine wines and an open bar (incl ‘Top Shelf’) Daily escorted excursions Fully-crewed with Captain, Chef, Hostess & Tour guide Bicycles (on request) Spa Pool to unwind

Valid for Travel: September 16 or October 21, 2012

Terms & Conditions: Fare is ‘cruise only’ per person in complete twin accommodation (Lead-in Suite outside stateroom with port hole). Gratuities are additional. Supplements apply for single occupancy, contact us for details. Confirmation of booking must be secured by a partially refundable deposit of NZD 1,260pp or full payment (payable within 4 days of booking). The balance of cruise must be paid no later than 14 weeks prior to sailing. Cruise is subject to availability. Prices are cruise only – airfares, pre / post cruise accommodation & transfers are an additional cost (unless otherwise stated).

NZD price & deposit are converted from EURO as at June 2012 and are subject to currency fluctuations up until time of full payment. Price above is for 21 October, 2012 and includes the special discount.

THE nauti ADVENTURE COMPANY NAU 0447 1207

Ground Floor, Crown Centre, 67-73 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna, Auckland

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Phone: (09) 488-7735 or 0508 4NAUTI

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The Nauti Adventure Company – Terms and Conditions: *Sales and travel periods are advertised as above. Capacity limitations apply and subject to availability or until sold out. Airfares are additional unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person as indicated unless otherwise stated, in New Zealand Dollars based on payment by cash, cheque, direct credit, eftpos or credit card. Cancellation and Amendment fees apply. Prices are in New Zealand Dollars and therefore are subject to currency fluctuations.

Prices featured were correct at time of printing. Travel Agent professional service fees may apply. For full terms and conditions please see your dedicated Nauti travel agent. The Nauti Adventure Company is a registered trade mark and all rights reserved.

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Everything Apple: with iStore, Takapuna

On my iPad with Joseph Bergin Joseph Bergin, 19, is the only teenager on the Devonport - Takapuna Local Board of the Auckland Council. He was elected in 2010 at just 18 when he was still Deputy Head Boy of Rosmini.

Joseph is in his second year of an LLB at the University of Auckland – this, combined with his council responsibilities, makes his life pretty busy. This month, Joseph chatted with Rachel Ramsay about how his iPad helps him with a wide range of things, from accessing archival council documents, to keeping fit, to helping him record his lecture notes.

Why did you get your iPad? I was lining up outside the store the day they were released last year. It’s great because it can store all the documents I need for the council and for study. Some of the documents we have for the council can be thousands of pages long, so to be able to store them all succinctly on my iPad is great.

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Do you share it?

Sometimes my little cousins come over and they always ask if they can play on it – they really love it.

How do you use it recreationally?

I’m a big Facebooker, so I use it for that quite a bit. I think the NZ Herald App is great – it means I can read The Herald on the bus.

Do you have a favourite App? There’s one called AudioNote which is helpful for lectures. The iPad can record what the lecturer is saying. As I record, it stamps the words I write down, and when I’m studying I can click on a certain part of my notes and it will take me straight to the relevant part of the lecture recording. I also like GoodReader – that’s the best one for Council Agendas. And I like MyFitnessPal too.

What was the latest music you bought?

Good question – that’s a bit embarrassing actually, it’s Welcome Home by Dave Dobbyn. Just before that it was Back in Time by Pitbull – the one from the Men in Black 3 movie.

What would your immediate reaction be if you lost your iPad? “Bugger.” But actually, it wouldn’t be the end of the world. It would be annoying, but I have everything backed up so losing information wouldn’t be an issue.

Are you going to upgrade to the latest iPad? Not unless there was something really outstanding and different about it – this one has everything I need for the moment so I can’t imagine wanting to upgrade too soon.

What do you love most about your iPad? Having everything in one place is really convenient. I really like being able to check my emails and my Facebook on the go. Also, its ability to store and access massive amounts of information is great. Being relatively new to the council, there are times when people in meetings will refer to things I’m unfamiliar with.

Having the iPad means I can check that information instantly.

Takapuna Beach

Repertoire launches their new "Lounge" This month the team at Repertoire are launching their new "Lounge" collection.

They provided this explanation for Channel Magazine readers.

We all agree that the world could use a little more kindness, and what better place to start than with ourselves?

We have noticed a collective move amongst the special women that shop with us at Repertoire, towards personal growth. Women are searching for balance and looking to fill their lives with joy and happiness; Women are beginning to nurture themselves; Women are paying attention to the calling of their dreams.

In this journey towards balance, being the ever practical and stylish women we are, we look for those special pieces that feel gorgeous, allowing us to flow with ease and grace whilst being totally relaxed and comfortable.

Repertoire Lounge is a beautiful collection of interchangeable pieces that can be mixed with one another allowing you to create dozens of casual chic outfits that are perfect for the weekend and for “me time”. The colours are soft and neutral. The fits are body conscious and easy.

Quality is paramount; these are the pieces you will fall in love with and will want to keep forever. There are unexpected details and surprise elements to the Repertoire Lounge collection. We love the concept that life is a little like this. As we journey towards ourselves, we discover new ways of being, often surprising ourselves with just how truly amazing we are.

Repertoire Lounge is delivered in season so that it can be worn now, there is no buying and waiting for the weather to change or for that special moment to present itself. We strive to live consciously in the present and we understand that this moment, right now, is all we have, so let’s truly celebrate it!

Gone is the guilt we feel when we take ‘Me Time’ or when we sneak away for a weekend of laughter with our girlfriends. We understand that being healthy and happy is truly contagious and everyone around us benefits from our joy.

Repertoire Lounge is all about “feel good” clothing, designed to make you feel as beautiful on the outside as you are on the inside.

We invite you to discover this collection for yourself.

Happy Dreaming - The Repertoire Design Team.

Your locally owned one-stop salon for hair, beauty and make-up.

We stock Loreal, GHD and our own Makeup ME range from New York and Germany.

ME Salon Takapuna Open Tuesday-Saturday 3 Byron Avenue, Takapuna Late Tuesdays & Thursdays until 9pm 09 489 7630 Parking right outside the door www.mesalon.co.nz

Repertoire Takapuna Beach – Corner of Lake Road and Northcroft Street.

Phone 484 0087. Also at Newmarket, Tauranga and Mt Maunganui.

Visit: www.repertoire.co.nz

Conning Barraclough CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

Graeme Conning & Judith Barraclough now at...

Suite 4, 445 Lake Road, Takapuna Ph 486 7773 graeme@cbca.co.nz | judith@cbca.co.nz

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Retail Therapy at Takapuna Beach

Keeping Memories Alive Graham Rendell

99 Hurstmere Road Takapuna ph 09 489 9544 email: quikpics04@xtra.co.nz we use real photo paper for real colour

BARDSLEYS LIGHTING & DESIGN 3-5 Auburn Street, Takapuna • Phone 489 9099 • Email sales@bardsleyslighting.co.nz

We’ve made our Ink Jet Refillling service even easier to use!

100% Guaranteed Ink Cartridge Refills

$20 5 k c Bla lour $3 5 Co Tri- lour $1 Co

PAPER PLUS TAKAPUNA

20 Hurstmere Road. Ph: 09 486 7472 60B Hurstmere Rd Takapuna Open 9.30am till 5.00pm Monday – Saturday 09 215 8808

www.riva.co.nz

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Photo Print expert Graham Rendell talks to Heather Vermeer.

“Print it or lose it!”

That’s the message from Takapuna’s photographic print master Graham Rendell, who provides much more from his North Shore store than hard copy photos.

The depth of understanding Graham has acquired over 50 years of involvement with the Graham Rendell. printed image is a rare thing. And he is always willing to impart that knowledge to customers baffled by the quirks of photography, old and new.

“Anybody can buy an expensive digital camera and call themselves a professional photographer, but it’s not quite that straightforward!” laughs Graham, who has been a keen photographer since before he left school, and has run photo labs since 1982.

Times have changed since a 24 or 36 film was developed with negatives and Graham, who has followed the progression of photography through the decades, professes, "with digital images, what you see isn’t always what you get!”

Many of the landscapes and natural images that adorn the Hurstmere Road shop are ones that Graham has captured himself. He enjoys indulging in a touch of camera trickery and admits to having an orange on his wall that was once a lemon, and an Auckland skyline that has been digitally amended to satisfy his own desire for a simpler aesthetic.

Photography runs through Graham’s blood – his father, A.H Rendell, captured some breath-taking images. These include a stunning set of Mt Ngauruhoe erupting in February 1949, daringly taken from an aircraft flying in close proximity to the volcano. Before him, Graham’s grandfather R.J. Rendell was one of the forefathers of New Zealand photography. He captured images for the Auckland Weekly News, as well as records of early 20th century New Zealand family life.

One of his grandfather’s 1903 family shots is proudly displayed in the store.

The shop moved to its current spot at 99 Hurstmere Road, over 12 months ago from the premises of what is now the ‘i-SITE Visitor Centre’.

Whilst the shop stocks albums, frames, tripods, and even binoculars, it’s the photo printing service that is the mainstay of the business.

Graham uses a commercial printer, in RGB colours, and a rather dated bulky screen, as he feels it gives a truer colour representation than the modern flat screens currently available on the market.

The print quality differs from the modern domestic printers that use the CMYK colour system, and Graham is patiently ready to unravel any confusion encountered by customers in wanting to transfer a screen-visible image to print.

But it is the personal service and the attention to detail that Graham offers that sets him apart.

And what’s the formula for a good photograph? It’s simple. “A good photo is simply one that means something personal to you,” he says, urging all of us not to let these memories linger only in cyberspace, or on a USB stick, or hard drive.

The North Shore is lucky to have such expertise on its doorstep. The wise amongst us will heed Graham’s advice and print out those precious pictures for our families and future generations to enjoy.

Rendells Photo Service, 99, Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 9544 or quikpics04@xtra.co.nz

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Winter Treats this month at

Takapuna Beach At Channel a big focus is encouraging our readers to shop locally, this feature is all about highlighting some of the many interesting stores we have at Takapuna Beach.

Fabulous Winter Warmers Sales at MAGAZINE DESIGNER CLOTHING It’s sale time at Magazine Designer Clothing! We have an extensive selection of stylish winter and beautiful transeasonal layering pieces at up to 70% off, in sizes 10-26. To find that special something at a great price, come in and see the girls at Magazine today – Byron Avenue, Takapuna.

www.florienne.co.nz|60A Hurstmere Road|486 6438

Cartridge Plus - Refill Your Ink Cartridges at PAPER PLUS TAKAPUNA Did you know that you can drop your empty ink cartridges into any Paper Plus store and get them refilled? Paper Plus Takapuna refill the ink cartridges in store. All you need to do is drop the cartridge off in the morning (Mon-Fri) and it will be ready by the afternoon or whenever you are next in store. At Paper Plus we strive to maintain the performance of our refilled printer cartridges to that of an original. Our 100% guarantee means that if you are not entirely satisfied we will gladly refund the cost of the refilled cartridge. Cartridge Plus refills thousands of ink cartridges every month throughout New Zealand and we stand by what we do. Our aim is to offer a service that saves our customers money and helps the environment.

Lots for Children at TRADE AID Trade Aid stocks a range of Children’s soft toys, games and puzzles from India, Guatemala, Mexico and Sri Lanka. Many are made by artisans using re-cycled and raw materials from sustainable sources and all are Fair Trade products adhering to the ten principles of Fair Trade. Trade Aid in Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Visit: www.tradeaid.co.nz.

Lamps and Shades at BARDSLEYS LIGHTING AND DESIGN Looking for that extra special table or floor lamp or lampshade? Bardsleys Lighting & Design offers the most comprehensive range in Auckland, and our design consultants can assist you in choosing the perfect lamp and shade.

Select from our extensive showroom stock or let us custom make one for you.

At Bardsleys' Auburn Street Takapuna showroom.

Visit: www.bardsleyslighting.co.nz.

Astrologer now in-store at RIVA Let Kath Tutill our in-store Astrologer and Certified Palmistry Reader help light up your life and enlighten your soul. “It is written in the Stars” ...your Birth Chart is a Blueprint of when you were born. Which constellation the planets were in at the time you took your first breathe, does determine your direction in life and the challenges you face, along with the Karmic Luck you have been gifted. Your Sun Sign (Scorpio, Taurus or Virgo etc) is your Spirt or Mana; where the Moon was at the time of your Birth rules your emotional state. The ancient science of Astrology has the ability to transform your life and the transiting planets can trigger certain areas of your Life, which come up for review.

Call in or phone us to make an appointment with Kath at 60B Hustmere Road, Takapuna, Phone 215-8808.

www.wallacecotton.com

6-10 Como Street (next to Pumpkin Patch) , Takapuna ph 551 7767

Always something special at... designer clothing

Sale On Now 20% - 50% Off 4 Byron Avenue, Takapuna - 488 0406 Other locations: Mt Eden, Pt Chevalier, Mt Maunganui & Tirau Check out our new website www.magazineclothing.co.nz

Nothing like flowers from FLORIENNE Brighten your cold day or someone special with fresh flowers from Florienne.

Pop in for flowers or visit us on our new website www.florienne.co.nz. Order some flowers or peruse our galleries of wedding flowers, floral art and gift ideas. See what we get up to in our blog and colour your world with gorgeous flowers today. Visit or call Florienne for gorgeous Bouquets. European HandTies, Lush Posies, Flowering Plants, Vessel and Vases, Lovely Giftware, Cards and more. We deliver. Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Visit: www.florienne.co.nz.

Divine Inspiration for Winter at WALLACE COTTON Colour up your home with beautiful blooms and sumptuous velvet quilts. Soft greens, blues and reds in handstitched cotton and made exclusively for Wallace Cotton. Visit our Takapuna store in Como Street to experience the Wallace Cotton difference. Visit: www.wallacecotton.com.

55 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna - 489 2209

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Auckland Council with George Wood

GEORGE WOOD is a North Shore ward councillor on the new Auckland Council.

The former three-term mayor of North Shore City lives in Forrest Hill with wife Myra.

Stadium, Schools & Rates North Harbour Stadium The month of June saw some major changes announced for the management of our stadia across the region. I was part of a small group of councillors who met with the chairman of Regional Facilities Auckland, the Auckland Council organisation tasked with managing our facilities such as the Auckland Zoo, Auckland Art Gallery along with the main stadia.

Sir Don McKinnon, the chairman, and Mr Robert Domm, the Chief Executive called and advised that a review was being undertaken as to the future use of the stadia. I certainly liked the approach they were advocating and told them so.

For North Harbour stadium it is great to see that we are being fully recognised as an important regional facility. The stadium has been open since 1997 and has become an important facility in the Auckland sport and entertainment scene. The stadium board lead by Reno Wijnstok and supported

by Chief Executive Craig Goodhall are doing a great job. The aquatic centre to be built on the site will be a great addition for the North Shore community.

North Harbour stadium is well placed for further development of the main arena. It was always planned for a second grandstand and an all-weather roof would complete the facility. The Albany Centre area has huge potential that is untapped right now; completing a hotel on the proposed site near the stadium would be a great addition.

North Shore Secondary Schools The quality of our education on the North Shore is a wonderment to behold.

During the time I was mayor of the former North Shore City it was an honour and a privilege to have the opportunity to visit the many wonderful schools on the Shore. As a post war baby boomer it is interesting to recollect the development of secondary schooling across the North Shore. If my recollections are correct there were just eight secondary schools in existence or opening their doors in the 1950s, prior to the opening of the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Prior to 1950 the two state secondary schools were Northcote College (it must be mentioned first as it is the oldest being established as a district school in 1877 and it is my alma mater) and Takapuna Grammar, established in 1927.

In College Road, Northcote the current Hato Petera College was established in 1927. St Dominic’s was established in Onewa Road, Northcote in 1952 and Carmel College in 1957. In 1956 Rangitoto College was founded followed in 1958 by Westlake when they opened as a co-ed school in Wairau Road.

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In the heart of Takapuna St Anne’s School was established on both sides of Gibbons Road back in 1932, as a primary school. Then in 1953 St Annes provided for secondary schooling. This school was situated right on Takapuna beach and also occupied the land where the Takapuna Library and the Mary Thomas Centre now stand. Both girls and boys attended the private school’s kindergarten and then girls continued on through to secondary school. The girls stood out in the community in their boater style hats and smart dress style uniforms.

Notwithstanding our North Shore schools many pupils still travelled across the Waitemata to complete their schooling.

The 1960s saw the establishment of Rosmini School, Westlake split into separate schools on their current sites and Glenfield College opened in 1969.

The 1970s saw the arrival of Birkenhead and Long Bay colleges along with Kristin School at Albany. Pinehurst School opened in 1991. In recent years Corelli School and new City Impact Church are also providing secondary education.

Secondary education has played an important part in building the fabric and culture of the North Shore.

Commencement of Rates Bills from Auckland Council Auckland Council is now fully fledged and underway. The new rates bills are on the way!

This month marks commencement of the first real budget that the current Auckland Council has completed. North Shore residents, especially those living in the Devonport, Takapuna and Milford areas will learn for the first time what the new rates policies for the new council mean.

I didn’t agree with some of the views that Mayor Len Brown brought to the table; however, it is now important that we work through the decisions that have been made. The fact that rates cannot increase more than 10% is some consolation although in many cases that real figure can be quite substantial.

People with any queries as to how the rates account is determined should feel free to call me. If I can’t supply the answer I will be able to get help from the appropriate department of Auckland Council.

Councillor George Wood – Email: George.Wood@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

The Arts & Entertainment: with Shane Cortese

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Shane Cortese

Guitar legend coming to Takapuna

Coming to our very own back yard on August 16th is one of the finest guitar players the world has seen. He’s Australian – as my wife mentions many times – but the guy just loves New Zealand.

Yes Tommy Emmanuel is set to bring his prodigious skill and talent to the Bruce Mason Centre in mid August. To anyone who has picked up a guitar he is a deity in the industry.

I rang my guitarist Chet O’Connel to see if he wanted to go. His reply was along the lines of ‘I bought my tickets ages ago when they first came out you idiot – why haven’t you yet?" Chet is a guitar freak, well you would be with a name like Chet. So I asked him what a Tommy Emmanuel Concert would be like for someone like me who only knew a few chords.

He said it would be like going to see Jersey Boys and not knowing much about Rock’n’roll music. You come out of that show feeling exhilarated and understanding of why they are breaking box office records around the world.

Tommy is the same, he is charismatic, charming, and warm and at ease with the chatter as he is finger plucking hit after hit.

Chet’s played with him, much like me getting to play cricket with Richard

Tommy Emmanuel.

Hadlee I suppose. A hero. I asked him how it went.

"You never play well when you want too and I was very very nervous," was his reply. "Anyway Shane I will be there on the 16th to hone my craft, be inspired and to reignite my love for the instrument that shapes my life.”

He’s quite a poet is Chet, but I understood where he was coming from. There is something about seeing your heroes or mentors in action close up.

Tommy will be an amazing night out. You don’t have to be a guitar lover to enjoy him. You just have to be a lover of a person at the top of their profession, and doing something they love.

Take yourself along for a mid winter treat and enjoy some of our fabulous bars and restaurants in Takapuna along the way. You may even feel the need to rock out on your own custom-built air guitar.

Tickets from www.ticketmaster.co.nz. Don't miss out, there's only one show at 8pm.

Shane Cortese – shane@channelmag.co.nz

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Quality Healthcare: With Medplus Lake Road

Medplus doctors – Heidi Mac Rae, Annie Si, Jean Lim, Michele Hollis, Fiona Brow , Helen Shrimpton.

Dr Helen Shrimpton.

High Flying Doctor

Joins Medplus

Medplus is delighted to announce that Dr Helen Shrimpton has joined their team of General Practitioners serving the local community from Devonport to Milford. Helen is welcoming patients to enrol with her at Medplus.

Helen is a graduate of Cambridge University and Addenbrookes Hospital, UK(1991). She qualified as a GP in 2001 having trained in the UK National Health Services and the British Military. She served with the Royal Navy for 20 years leaving as a Surgeon Commander and was one of the first female Doctors to serve at sea. Helen worked at sea and on land in such diverse places as Antarctica, North Arabian Gulf, Arctic Circle, Black Sea, Whenuapai (for two years with the NZDF) and as a GP for the Military and NHS in Cornwall UK, where she ran her own practice. Returning to the North Shore in 2010, Helen worked at North Shore Emergency Department for six months and in a local GP Practice for two years.

Married to a helicopter pilot, Helen has two primary school age boys and enjoys living in Devonport. She has special interest qualifications in Family Planning, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Occupational Health and Aviation Medicine and many years experience in Men’s Health, Sports Injuries and Minor Surgery.

She is able to offer family planning options such as Mirena, IUD and Jadelle insertions. She is an Aviation Medical Examiner with the NZ CAA and has recently applied to become a Maritime New Zealand Approved Medical Practitioner.

Helen enjoys the variety of being a family GP and is committed to providing high quality care.

“I am extremely pleased to join the Medplus team. As a Devonport local, I recognise that Medplus provides patients with very high standards of care and has a committed and caring workforce.” says Helen. “It has the added bonus of being very accessible with extended hours and a large car park right outside the door. As a doctor it is good to be able to offer services at a variety of times that suit patients – I have had lots of requests for

extended surgery hours since working in General Practice. People have busy lives and need their Medical Centre to be open when it is convenient for them.”

She adds, "Medplus is a brand new facility with extensive facilities and equipment, yet is very competitively priced. Young children are seen for free on weekdays between 8am and 6pm if they are enrolled. Medplus is constantly developing services to enhance the patient care experience and has monthly informative email newsletters and runs seminars on health issues. On site there is the friendly Medplus Pharmacy, the experienced team at Medplus Physiotherapy, Psychologists as well as Auckland Radiology (for x-rays, ultrasounds and mammograms) all of which makes your experience of medical care more convenient when you or your family are in pain or not feeling well.”

Dr Helen Shrimpton joins Doctors Fiona Brow, Michele Hollis, David Hopcroft, Jean Lim, Heidi MacRae and Annie Si. Medplus is open from 8am to 8pm weekdays, both Saturday and Sunday mornings from 9am to 12noon and provides family medical care to both enrolled patients and visitors. Check out the web site for the full range of services available. www.medplus.co.nz To enrol with Helen or to make an appointment call the friendly reception team on 4892011. To meet with Helen and have a look around please join us at the Medplus Open Day on Sunday 1st July, 1-3pm, all welcome.

Medplus – 327 Lake Road, Hauraki Corner, Visit: www.medplus.co.nz

327 Lake Road, Hauraki Corner • Open 7 Days • Phone 489 2011 Medplus Pharmacy 488-6664 • Medplus Physio 489 1020

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The Smile Doctor Dr Gilbert Stehbens of Killarney Dental

Gum disease …a silent killer?

Gum disease is a risk factor for heart disease, stroke and premature babies!

This alone should alert people to the significant affect on your body that gum disease (gingivitis) or when bone loss occurs (periodontitis) can have. It’s additionally the main reason for bad breath, bleeding and receding gums. Once you hit age forty it’s also the main reason for tooth loss. Gum disease ties up the immune response dealing with the level of infection meaning it can drain your energy levels and make you more prone to other infections, lowering your overall quality of health and even life expectancy. The increased likelihood of premature birth weight gives you an idea of the potential impact on babies.

Here are some of the signs you might notice should you have gum disease or be at risk from it: Dr Gilbert Stehbens.

1. A family member with gum disease or dentures 2. Bleeding gums, loose teeth, heavy deposit build up or receding gum lines 3. Smoking or frequent alcohol 4. Chronic illnesses such as diabetes 5. Lack of regular flossing, hygienist or dental visits 6. Because of its infectious nature, a partner with gum disease 7. Long term medications or even severe stress in your life 8. Chronic bad breath Although the signs are there most people don’t experience any pain. It’s a bit like keeping a car at the beach… everything may seem fine but the rust may be hitting everywhere at once so by the time you finally notice it, there may be a serious problem. Far too often we see patients with advanced gum disease and bone loss who thought they were ok because they were brushing frequently and having regular 15 minute scale and polishes with their dentist. Fifteen minutes is barely enough time to remove superficial staining and build up (tartar) for most people, let alone clean under the gums where the problem really hides. This tartar is a bit like barnacles under a ship’s hull, largely unseen and difficult to remove.

Almost weekly someone asks us “why wasn’t I told?” Sometimes it’s because people were told but left it because they didn’t feel any pain.

Like tooth decay, gum disease is always best and cheaper to manage when identified early. Ensure you are being checked and treated thoroughly! Should you recognize any of the above signs or have any questions, please feel free to contact us for further information.

Prevention is always better than cure!

Dr Gilbert Stehbens has a passion for general and cosmetic dentistry. For any enquiries or a consultation he can be contacted on 09 488 9050, at Killarney Dental 62A Killarney Street, Takapuna. www.killarneydental.co.nz

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Who’s visiting?

Takapuna Beach Holiday Park has been a local icon for nearly a century, hosting visitors from all over the world. It provides the only waterfront campsite in the city, creating very special holiday memories.

In this regular feature we talk to different Park visitors. This month we chatted with writer and life coach Marilyn Greenfield from Nelson. She bought a caravan, sold her house, put her belongings in storage, and is caravaning around the country for the foreseeable future. She stopped halfway through her ironing to have a chat with Rachel Ramsay.

Marilyn Greenfield from Nelson How long are you staying at the Takapuna Beach Holiday Park?

Four weeks. I’ve been here two weeks, so another two to go.

Where have you been so far?

I’ve been all around the South Island already, and arrived here at the beginning of June. After this I’m heading to a beautiful holiday park in Orewa How has it been so far? Travelling around by yourself?

It’s been great! People in campgrounds are really, really lovely. I’ve met so many different people from diverse backgrounds. It’s quite an interesting existence. I have everything I need with me, including lots of books! I never get bored.

What made you want to do it?

It really pushes your boundaries. As a writer, you only grow when you have something that touches your core. This kind of thing gives you the expansion you’re always looking for. Something like this takes courage – its not scary or dangerous, but it takes courage. I didn’t want to get to 80 and not have done this, because it’s something I’ve always wanted to do. I figured I couldn’t keep putting it off forever.

What has the hardest thing been?

Probably working! It’s hard not to get too distracted when there’s the beautiful beach there. And also I have to be careful not to have too many visitors otherwise I get nothing done!

Why did you choose to come to this Park?

I have a daughter in Remuera and a son in Whangarei, so Auckland, and this part in particular, is quite central. Also the location is incredible – close to the beach obviously and also close to lots of coffee!

What has your favourite thing been about what you have done?

The freedom. And the time. You don’t have to do a lot of housework. Also it allows me to really focus – that’s what I really love. And I guess the other reason I did it is to just keep having new experiences and keep meeting new people.

You have to keep life fresh and interesting.

For more information visit the "Save Takapuna Beach Holiday Park" Facebook Page run by local resident Dave Booth. NOTE: The park hosted 3754 visitors to the Shore in January. 48% were from New Zealand and 52% from overseas.

Takapuna Beach Holiday Park, 22 The Promenade, Takapuna Beach.

Telephone 489 7909 or Visit: www.takapunabeachholidaypark.co.nz

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Health & Fitness: with Les Mills Takapuna

By Patrick Harris, Service Director at Les Mills Takapuna patrick.harris@lesmills.co.nz

Never to old…

Let’s face it, ageing sucks. As we progress into the golden years and often before for some, we suffer diminished flexibility, mobility, sight, hearing, strength and muscle tissue loss, even our dignity… the list goes on. We start our life journey in the care of others in total dependence. Often that is the way it ends… god forbid, bring on dementia so that I go through it smiling.

In between these dependent life states is where you have all the power, you get to choose! Right from wrong, your girlfriend or wife, career, to have you own business, set a goal and achieve it, be a millionaire, you also get to choose to do something about your health and fitness. Obliviously (should be obviously) doing what I do the latter is what this is all about, in particular the benefits and go to strategies for the 50+.

The single most effective bang for your buck, if I only had time for one thing, fitness forging life enhancing go to answer is…strength training supplemented with some proprioceptor (balance and stability) work . It simply delivers more than every other form of exercise activity. Yes you can combine and add other forms of exercise but let’s stick to the benefits of strength training, it truly is king.

Benefits of strength training for the elderly: • Enhances and maintains strength particularly around the joints • Stimulate and maintain lean mass (muscle) – as we age we lose it • Improves and markedly enhances bone density – you will be less fragile • Better able to absorb impact and/or correct and stop the impact – I.e. falling • Improve flexibility • Improve cardiovascular health – yes really!

• Improve metabolic health – you can eat more!

• Improve insulin sensitivity • Stimulate growth hormone production therefore stay leaner • Stimulates Neurogenesis – the creation of new neurons (exercise will also reinforce neural connections by increasing the number of dendrite connections between neurons creating a denser network in our brain we are then better able to process and store information – translation = better learning and memory. There is also possible preventative and therapeutic effects for diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's that progress via the loss of neurons)

I receive regular feedback on how much better older adults are feeling and performing day to day around the house, on the walking track and golf courses - even tying up shoe laces. These are improvements that strength training and

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Dave Newth – Les Mills Takapuna member aged 80yrs. Dave to this day still enjoys a very active lifestyle including kayaking, cycling, walking, ballroom dancing, boating, fishing and camping. He attends the gym at least 3 times week to get his dose of longevity – his GP states “I am in textbook good health”.

actively using your body can deliver.

If you're not physically active now, strength training will help you by building the essential strength that makes all movement easier and more enjoyable.

The health benefits far outweigh the risk of injury and sudden heart attacks, two concerns that prevent many people from adding more physical activity to their lives.

You should check with the doctor before you start becoming more physically active. Experts advise that if you have a chronic disease such as a heart condition, arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, or symptoms that could be due to a chronic disease, it's important that you're under the care of a doctor You can choose to just survive or you can choose a quality of life based around better lifestyle choices. Keep in mind that you may not get to choose or have the option when you start forgetting where the toilet is. You are never too old to start something new Make the choice while you can and live a more forefulled active stronger life - have fun, exercise and spend the kid’s inheritance while your at it!.

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Westfield Shore City: Esprit

Spirited service and style

prints are currently proving popular with customers.

Staff at the store includes assistant store manager and talented visual merchandiser, Lucy Flavell, and Evelyn Agarao who has been Lucy Flavell, Magdalena Uys, brightening Shore City Evelyn Agarao. with her smile since October 2009. Louise With attentive service and European lines in high quality fabrics, their Klaassen is the in-store Westfield Shore City store is a magnet for stylish residents on the Shore. stylist as well as being Esprit’s longest-serving staff member in New Zealand.

Store manager Magdalena Uys made the move to the Takapuna branch in Sales assistant extraordinaire Neekee Reshamwala completes the Takapuna team.

2011 following a position with Esprit’s Newmarket store. She enjoys the contact Manager Mags said: “We are all very excited about the new spring collection. and rapport she has built up with customers since taking over as manager late “Esprit will be bringing to customers a fantastic spring range in beautiful last year. colours, fabrics, amazing prints and great styles. We saw some examples in our “The Esprit team in Shore City are all very dedicated to this store. We live recent roadshow that have really inspired the team. We can't wait to start styling the Esprit values everyday and it shows in our customer service. our amazing Esprit customers in this new spring collection.”

“We really do believe in the brand that we are selling and our talented sales Head into Esprit to put a stylish spring in your step before the new season team are sure to find something for everybody who comes in.” arrives.

The European-designed collections use only the finest fabrics; silk, merino angora and wool.

Each week the store, on level one of the centre, is receiving more of Esprit, Level 1, Westfield Shore City, Takapuna. 09 489 6944. the international brand’s European spring collection. Bright colours and www.esprit-club.com

If you’re in the market for style makeover this winter, go no further than Esprit.

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Come and play at the free Creativity Centre on Level 2. Kids aged 4-10 can join us for a whole hour of crafts, dress ups, story time and heaps of other activities.

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Westfield Shore City, Takapuna | Ph: 09 489 8461 | Fax: 09 489 4905 | Fifthavenue@clear.net.nz | www.fifth-avenue.co.nz

Westfield Shore City: Fifth Avenue

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Adrian Turner of Fifth Avenue is pictured making a presentation to Lynn Kenyon of Hospice North Shore while members of his team his team look on.

Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers

Supporting North Shore Hospice

Takapuna's Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers in Westfield Shore City donated a percentage of all sales from Pandora Jewellery and alternative bead and bracelet sales to Hospice North Shore as part of “Hospice Appeal Week” and their Mother's Day promotion that was held in May. This resulted in Fifth Avenue presenting a cheque for $3642.00 to Hospice during June.

"The staff here at Fifth Avenue had a lot of fun with the promotion," said Adrian Turner. "Everyone got involved and it was a great feeling that Hospice was going to benefit from what we were doing. Our customers really got in behind it too. We even had one lovely lady who drove down specially and purchased over $1600 worth, just because money was going back to 'such a wonderful organisation'. To hear her say that was awesome.

Our promotion was fantastic, it delivered what we wanted it to, and it was a real 'wow' for both Hospice North Shore and Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers.

To all our valued customers, thank you so very much for making it such a great promotion and for your generous support to Hospice North Shore. It’s a great organisation, who does a lot for the community and unfortunately doesn’t always receive the credit and funding they deserve and need."

Lynne Kenyon, Fundraising Co-ordinator for Hospice North Shore is thrilled with the support of Fifth Avenue.

"Fifth Avenue have been supporting Hospice for over 12 years," explained Lynn. "They provide prizes for our events, including the annual Vintners Brunch, support our Appeal Week and owner Adrian (Turner) also participated in the Coastal Challenge a local event which has Hospice as the Charity Partner. Fifth Avenue is a good fit with us, as they are a local business taking pride in the high quality and standard of their products. Hospice North Shore ensures that our patients and families are also receiving the highest professional care at a time when they need us most."

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Spotlight on the Takapuna Markets

Shopping at the Takapuna Markets Channel Magazine visited the Takapuna Markets, and we ran into a few travelers from Wales – Awen, Siwan and Dafydd – enjoying a morning in Takapuna.

In the Shopping Bag: • Organic apples • Garlic stuffed green olives and Kalamata olives • Ciabatta bread

And they were on their way to enjoy a wee picnic on the beach. If you are looking to picnic on a Sunday, be sure to go down to the Takapuna Markets to stock up your chilly bin or picnic basket.

Takapuna Market Spotlight

Saigonz Products: Ready-to-eat Vietnamese food Location: In the centre of the markets – you can’t miss it!

Best Selling Product: Pork and Prawn Summer Rolls Saigonz food truck provides fresh Vietnamese food from all over Vietnam.

Here are some of our favourites: • Pho – Traditional Vietnamese beef noodle soup with beef, noodles, bean sprouts, spring onion and coriander.

• Lemongrass Pork on Vermicelli – Lemongrass marinated pork grilled and served on sweet pickled carrots, lettuce, cucumber, vermicelli noodles and peanuts.

• Spring Rolls – Fried pork mince, glass noodle, coriander and mint spring rolls.

• Banh Mi – Toasted baguette with pate, Vietnamese butter, marinated vegetables and Lemongrass marinated beef, chicken or pork.

• Summer Rolls – Fresh rice paper rolls filled with vermicelli noodles, bean sprouts, lettuce, coriander, mint, pork and prawns served with roasted peanut Hoisin sauce for dipping.

Whether you want a small snack like a summer roll or a bowl of pho for breakfast, Saigonz fresh food filled with herbs and pickled vegetables will certainly cure your craving.

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Northside with Mayor Len Brown

For 2012 we are thrilled to have Mayor Len Brown as a regular contributor to the magazine.

Len loves the magazine and sees it as a great way to improve communication with North Shore people.

Takapuna to play a major strategic role Takapuna has always been an address to aspire to, and now your local board, Auckland Council and Auckland Transport are working to make it one of the most beautiful and vibrant metropolitan centres in New Zealand.

We are going to unlock Auckland’s potential with one unified vision and plan, and Takapuna will play a major strategic role in that.

Auckland is going to gain 200,000 people – equivalent to a town the size of Hamilton – in the next 10 years.

Housing, moving and employing these additional people, as well as providing them with recreation and entertainment, is going to be a major challenge.

Part of meeting that challenge has been to identify eight key areas for strategic, well-planned residential, commercial and economic growth. The Auckland Plan identifies Takapuna as one of those areas.

We are building on good bones. Takapuna already has so much to offer – its stunning beach with the lake over the hill, proximity to transport links, strong commercial activity, a desirable residential market and great cultural and recreational amenities.

By the time we better connect the town centre to the shore and open spaces, improve the public transport links, and revitalise the commercial centre, Takapuna will be humming.

Takapuna’s built and natural environments and its economy will be transformed, making it a centre for innovation, productivity, economic growth and job opportunities. And just a great place to live, alongside one of New Zealand’s most beautiful beaches.

Takapuna can be a model of quality compact city living. There are two important factors in unlocking Takapuna’s potential. One is quality design, and the other is diversity of activities, which it already boasts.

There will be well-designed higher density developments in the right places, which give people a range of housing options. A quick walk or cycle will take them to attractive and safe public spaces, buzzing restaurants, shops and theatres, while good job opportunities and professional services are also close by.

For those heading further afield, there will be high-frequency public transport links which will ultimately include access to an additional harbour crossing and North Shore rail.

In the coming year the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and Auckland Council will ask for your feedback on Takapuna’s future. Get involved and have your say in transforming Takapuna.

In the years ahead, people in the North Shore are going to count themselves lucky to have the metropolitan centre of Takapuna on their doorstep, and the wider community in the Auckland region will be delighted to visit it.

Ethical & Sustainable Meat with Ruby’s List

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Ruby’s List is your local online meat store, delivering the highest-quality, naturally reared products directly from their Shore location to your door. Ruby’s List work’s with traditional farmers and artisan producers from around NZ to source the finest quality products. Everything they stock is premium product and has been produced by folks who share their commitment to quality, environmental sustainability and ethical practices. Whether free-range, pasture raised or freefarmed, their meat is sourced from cows, pigs, veal, lamb, deer and poultry that have led good lives in clean, open air.

Some of Ruby's Favourite Meats & Matching Recipes All these meats can be purchased online at Ruby's List…

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Veal Schnitzel, why not try it with Sabato's Parmigiano breadcrumbs. So morish it will work for a dinner party or an easy mid-week meal. This is one of our much loved cuts, simply flour, egg and bread crumb the pieces and pan fry in some good olive oil. Or if you have a favourite recipe, please email us and we'll post it on our website for all to try. This is a frozen product.

Beef Brisket for the family lunch. Braise long and slow with lots of luscious liquid for a melt in your mouth experience. Mahy Farms certified means that the animal was raised with respect, care and was free to: MOO, GRAZE, STAND, POO, LAY, SIT, TALK, CHEW.

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Whole Free Range (of course) Chickens. These chickens are so juicy and tasty – like they were in the 'good old days'! There's plenty of ho-hum poultry on the market so the flavour of our Free Range Chicken, will come as something of a revelation. Our free range chickens are raised in small flocks with unlimited access to fresh air, sunshine and spray-free pastures, and are raised on healthy, non-genetically modified grains. The results?

Consistently juicy, tender chook that simply tastes better.

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Shore Matters with Maggie Barry

Hot topics…

rates and budget announcements Fears around “Sky High” local rates hikes have continued to dominate many of my local discussions along with some of the budget announcements, particularly around Education. While the extra allocation of $511.9 million for new frontline education initiatives was welcomed, there were concerns expressed around the impact on Technology training particularly at Intermediate school level. I corresponded with worried teachers and parents and also met with a group of hardworking North Shore intermediate school Principals and their representatives which was hosted by Owen Alexander at Takapuna Normal Intermediate School.

It was a valuable opportunity to listen to their perspective and discuss their views because it was important to understand their concerns which I was then able to feed back to our Caucus in Parliament. It was very encouraging to me as a new MP to know that I’m part of a government that does listen to what people are saying and has the wisdom and common sense to make the right decision.

Our Government remains absolutely committed to ensuring the success of all students and the achievements of our North Shore schools are very impressive with the sort of standards we would like to achieve for all students across the country. I'd like to thank everyone who contacted me for their contribution to the debate and their part in achieving the right outcome.

When it comes to celebrating the ties that bind, our old friends the Americans sure know how to throw a party as they showed us last month during the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the Marines in New Zealand. The United States Ambassador David Huebner was the enthusiastic and energetic force behind a series of public concerts with the Marines band around the country, including a well-attended event in Takapuna and an official welcome and flag raising ceremony at the Beehive.

It was a privilege to be at the Devonport RSA a few weeks ago when Lieutenant Colonel Chris Mullane finally officially recieved Americas 6th highest military decoration, the Legion of Merit. He was awarded it back in 1979 in recognition of his singular contribution to leadership in the US military but it was bogged down in bureaucracy for 33 years and it took the personal intervention of Ambassador Huebner to untangle the administration snags. It's always gratifying to hear of unassuming New Zealanders contributing to excellence on the world stage and both the Ambassador and the Deputy Commander of the US Army Pacific praised the leadership manual and outstanding contribution made by Chris Mullane to the American armed forces.

The 22nd Annual Green Ribbon Awards celebratory banquet at Parliament was an inspirational evening of networking and celebrating the diversity

Maggie with category winners, Celcius Coffee, at the Green Ribbon Awards held at Parliament in Wellington.

Maggie Barry and Dr Jian Yang (National List MP) with US Marines, commemorating the 70th Anniversary of US Marines arriving in NZ during WWII.

and sheer hard work of some very dedicated kiwi environmentalists and conservationists. I had the pleasure of presenting awards to several outstanding individuals and organizations and it was great to be able to acknowledge the commitment all the finalists made to protecting and enhancing New Zealand’s remarkable environment.

This year the awards featured two new categories, Communication and Education, and the Green Economy. They both attracted a lot of interest, particularly the latter which is an award that recognises businesses that use green technology and innovation to contribute to better economic performance.

There were more than 280 entries this year, an increase of 68 from last year which is an excellent sign that more New Zealanders are taking action to improve the environment - often on tiny budgets but with huge enthusiasm.

Making a change from Farmers Markets, the community of Milford are showcasing their outstanding home crafts with the opening last month of the Milford Craft Market. To be held monthly on the first or second Saturday of the month in the Village square I'm sure it will be a runaway success and a great place for the less crafty amongst us to support local talent.

I was also very impressed by the tireless enthusiasm and camaraderie of the hard core knitters of Milford who took part in the 48 hour Knitathon, raising funds for the Child Cancer Foundation.

More than 200 people participated, ranging from six year olds to octigenarians who knitted around 350 squares that will be made into blankets to be auctioned at the Milford Mall on Saturday July 21st. Donations may also be made into the Child Cancer Foundation buckets located around the Milford town centre or at Crafty Knitwits on the corner of Kitchener and Milford Roads.

Ending on a tasty local flavor, hearty congratulations go to the Takapuna Beach Café for taking out the Supreme Award for a Boutique Manufacturer in the annual ice cream awards. Their salted caramel gelato was selected for this award from a record 285 entries and was pronounced delectable by all who've sampled it.

Maggie Barry MP for North Shore TAKAPUNA OFFICE

15 Anzac Street, Takapuna p 09 486 0005 | m 021 115 0232 e northshore@parliament.govt.nz www.maggiebarry.co.nz www.facebook.com/maggiebarrynz

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Local Children's Book Illustrator Nina Rycroft

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Picture Perfect Heather Vermeer peeps into the imaginative world of a children’s book illustrator Concocting images of such absurdity that they could have been plucked from the vivid dreams of a five year old is an ordinary feature of Nina Rycroft’s day.

Illustrator Nina is a ‘grown-up’ who has held onto the fascinating imagination that most people leave behind when their years number into the teens.

This captivating North Shore creative is currently busy dreaming up ideas of how to represent a motley crew of creatures involved in bizarre scenarios for her current work with Australian author Jackie French.

‘Dinosaurs Eat Cheese’ is a chance for the Devonport based illustrator to unleash her creativity to conjure up imagery that will capture attention, and it is her first sniff of work with international acclaim.

“This is my break into the ‘big time’ of illustrating. It’s taken me ten years, but I’ve finally got this opportunity to work with Jackie. It’s a lot of fun. I can just go crazy with my ideas!”

And the craziness includes a lettuce-loving gorilla pictured, King Kong style, on an Empire State-type building of the leafy vegetable, and a group of ‘flower power’ zebras pictured in an Abbey Road-style road crossing illustration,

To get lost in something creative is a rare thing. My best work has come out of being bored, of having time to think and be, and follow ideas through.

evocative of the iconic Beatles album cover.

Conference calls across ‘the ditch’ enable Nina to sound out her ideas with the Australian author before creating a story board of thumb nail-sized images for final selection for the Harper Collins publication.

This follows the completion of her most recent picture book ‘Pooka’, which features colourful watercolour scenes easily recognisable as Nina’s beloved chosen home village of Devonport.

Nina Rycroft in her studio.

She has also been busy establishing a means of passing on the secrets of her heart-warming craft to future generations of North Shore creatives.

Illustration School is Nina, and award-winning author Sandra Morris’s way of helping to ensure the art of illustration is nurtured and grown. She has already spent time at both Devonport Primary School and Vauxhall School, as well as other schools in the city, running six week enrichment programmes which culminate in pupils producing illustrated story books of their own.

“To get lost in something creative is a rare thing. My best work has come out of being bored, of having time to think and be, and follow ideas through.

Children don’t often get that time any more.

They’re generally so busy with so many activities that they don’t take time to play with their imaginations. It’s more important than ever, today.”

“It’s also enjoyable to get children’s feedback and reactions to my work.

They’re so honest.”

Nina, who has two children of her own - Jayme, 7, and Charlie, 11 - has been commissioned to produce a huge seven metre by three metre mural for Devonport Primary, where she recently ran her Illustration School programme for Year 3 children.

She will also be sharing her skills at Auckland Museum during this month’s school holidays, delivering daily workshops entitled ‘In Focus’ from the 5th to 18th July. The sessions, held every half hour from 10.30am – 2.30pm, will teach participants of all ages the process of drawing a life-like human eye.

To find out more information about Nina's Illustration School programmes, visit www.illustrationschool.co.nz

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Feature Interview: Anna Hartley

Ann Hartley

Focusing

on the Future

I have had very little to do with Ann Hartley, until very recently. I knew her to be a hard-working political veteran who has been making a huge contribution to her local community for many years. Since her election as one of our two North Shore people on the Auckland Council, I have been fortunate to have come into contact with her on quite a few occasions, and she has impressed me immensely by being knowledgeable, constructive and a person dedicated to ensuring that the new Auckland structure works.

The thing I admire about Ann, from a distance, is despite coming from the left she works closely with the right, and appears to be admired by many across the political spectrum. So I approached her to do a one-on-one interview. I believe Channel Magazine readers deserve to know more about Ann Hartley.

To do some background on Ann Hartley I Googled. Wikipedia gave me just about all I needed to know. She was born in Warkworth. Her first involvement in local body politics was on the old Birkenhead City Council in 1980. She served nine years on that council, three as Mayor. She then became the very first Mayor of North Shore City in 1989, serving just the one term. Ann worked in Real Estate for a few years before being elected as the Labour Party member for Northcote in 1999. This was a seat she held until losing it to current MP Jonathan Coleman in 2005. From 2005 until 2008, Ann was a Labour list MP. In 2007 Ann was elected to the North Shore City Council which led to her stepping down as a list MP. She was elected as one of two North Shore ward councillors (along with George Wood) on the new Auckland Council in 2010.

The first thing that strikes you about Ann Hartley is her size. She is petite. Not the stature you would associate with a person who has spent over three decades in the rough and tumble of local body and national politics. But what she lacks in size, she more than makes up for in personality. She admits to being serious, passionate and a good listener. I suggest you add formidable, determined and very hard working.

Ann Hartley is also an avid supporter of the new Auckland Council concept. "It had become very clear over the last three to four years of the previous local body structure how difficult it was to get a focus, particularly on important aspects such as long term planning. I know Helen Clark and Sir Michael Cullen had reached the end of their tether with Auckland by the finish of their tenure. Auckland has to work for New Zealand to work, that's a fact."

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Ann Hartley.

What Ann is determined about is Auckland getting its planning right. She firmly believes that the Auckland Council under Len Brown is on the right path. Ann is playing a significant role on the 21-member council, chairing the very important Regional Development and Operations Committee.

"I didn't know Len Brown well before the 2010 elections, but quite clearly I shared his values and had confidence in his ability to do the job," says Ann. "I am enjoying working with Len and others on the council who come from wide backgrounds. Penny Webster, who was an ACT MP, is a key person doing a great job with strategy and finance, and Accountability and Performance Committee chair Richard Northey is a solid and meticulous performer who has tackled the tough job of setting up and looking after the Council Controlled Organisations (CCOs). Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse has been tireless chairing the Auckland Plan Committee, while Noelene Raffills has been responsible for the Hearings Committee that has overseen a dramatic shift in RMA performance. For me, it has been an absolute privilege to be involved with the first Auckland Council from the ground up. You don't get an opportunity like this very often.

"The establishment of the Auckland Plan and the associated Long-term Plan

Feature Interview: Anna Hartley

Takapuna is a central metro area with huge potential for future development. I am a fan of such initiatives as a wharf, but first we've got to divert stormwater away from our prized beaches and maintain our programmes to enhance beach water quality.

have been huge steps for this first term council. For the first time, Auckland has a single, comprehensive plan to deliver the vision of our aim to be the world’s most liveable city – including following through on local initiatives such as the Takapuna Strategic Framework.

“Our focus is now on the Auckland Unitary Plan. This comprehensive resource management plan will replace all the district plans (excluding Hauraki Gulf islands – to be added later) and regional policies of the eight former councils with a single document. Targeted consultation on the Auckland Unitary Plan will take place throughout 2012 and 2013 and we have a huge challenge to develop this plan in partnership with our communities and bring a fresh and simplified approach to planning across Auckland. This will be one of the council’s main tools for implementing the Auckland Plan.

"The next difficult period for this council will be the release of the rate demands," adds Ann. "There has obviously been quite a change that will see 52% of rates going up and 48% going down. The old system was totally based on land value while the new system – decreed by the government - is both land and house value. Wastewater charges, that were previously included in rates, will

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now also be charged separately by volume, through a fairer user pays system.

This will see people who use less water paying less, such as the elderly, and those who consume lots, large households, paying more. But there is no getting away from the fact that there is quite a change for people to come to grips with the new rating system.

"Other pleasing aspects have been how well the local boards are working. I believe if these local boards work, then the whole thing will work."

So what are the key issues facing the North Shore from Ann Hartley's perspective?

"Securing our future in the transport area is important. Infrastructure investment is essential to achieving sustained economic growth. Takapuna is a central metro area with huge potential for future development. I am a fan of such initiatives as a wharf, but first we've got to divert stormwater away from our prized beaches and maintain our programmes to enhance beach water quality.

"I don't see the Auckland Council as a geographical battle as some do. I believe one of the biggest battles for Auckland is ensuring that the C&R people don't get their way to stifle progress. I mean focusing totally on the now, like they have done, and not so much on the future. This group has effectively run Auckland for most of the past 70 years and progress has obviously not been ideal in several areas. Like Len, I see the central rail link as vitally important. Britomart has been built, but it is vital for the entire city – and the North Shore – that the project is completed. It's my sincere hope that in 30-40 years people aren't saying 'if only Len Brown had got his way' like they have about Sir Dove-Myer Robinson's unfulfilled plan for decades.

"We have to take a leaf out of Melbourne's book. They started planning 25 years ago around creating a city based on people doing things together, with amenities such as stadia, art galleries, community centres, parks and beaches being a source of pride and identity. Long-term planning has really paid dividends for them. We have to stop our short-sighted thinking and this council is doing that.

"There are so many exciting things happening around Auckland. Our library system is fantastic and we’re keen to improve the network to the standard of the wonderful Birkenhead Library. One of the things I was very proud of back when I was Mayor of Birkenhead, was being responsible for getting the library there open seven days a week. Locally, the redevelopment of the Devonport library is also very important as the current building is no longer fit for purpose and we have to deliver value for every rate dollar we invest.

Ann Hartley prides herself on being a prudent budgeter who always knows where the money is coming from and where it is being spent. She is not a fan of the government's current plan of selling assets, saying that she would have thought that we would have learnt our lesson previously. She believes this is an example of short-term thinking.

So what does Ann Hartley do when she is not working tirelessly for others?

Family is very important. Ann and her husband Maurice have two sons and three grandchildren. Saturday mornings in the winter are reserved for watching her grandson play rugby, a sport that they both enjoy. In fact, Maurice is a life member of the Northcote Rugby Club. They also have a bach out on Great Barrier Island that they get to as much as they can – every month to six weeks.

To paint the full picture of Councillor Ann Hartley, I quizzed her on a few of her favourites…

Favourite Food: Fresh snapper that we've caught.

Likes to Drink: Wine, mainly white but enjoy reds as well.

Reads: Crime novels and also enjoy history.

TV: Lots of sport. Nothing better than relaxing at home watching rugby or netball.

Social Media: Recently have got into Facebook and there is an iPad on its way.

Favourite Holiday Spot in New Zealand: The Barrier but have a love for New Zealand's towns.

Overseas: Always enjoy Australia, loved a trip we did to Yosemite National Park (Sierra Nevada, California) and Cuba was a very interesting and different experience.

Complete the following: My biggest wish for the Auckland Council is... that we can get to the place where Melbourne has got to. That we've fulfilled the Auckland Plan and unleashed the city’s potential.

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Interview: Hannah Tinnicliffe

An author’s

love love of the Shore

A decade of living a nomadic lifestyle has led author Hannah Tunnicliffe back to the familiar shores of the Bays. With a young family and debut novel in tow, she brings with her tales of amazing experiences of living in Australia, England, China, and Canada, along with a new appreciation for the place she still calls ‘home’. Catherine Murray met with Hannah over a cup of tea at Mairangi Bay’s Paper Moon Cafe to chat about her return home, her love of the Shore, and of course her book, The Colour of Tea.

“In lots of ways the Shore is very much the same as it has always been – full of young families, laid back and with a good community feel,” says Hannah. “I have really enjoyed these aspects since being back, much more than when I was a teenager! The facilities here are amazing for mums and families – the incredible beaches, playgrounds, mums groups, libraries and, of course, Plunket.”

Hannah has many fond memories of growing up on the Shore and says it’s a wonderful place to spend a childhood. “I remember long afternoons at the beach, playing in the rock pools and buying ‘fifty cent mixtures’ from the local dairy. My favourite school memories include summer lunchtimes playing marbles at Campbells Bay School.”

Hannah now has the pleasure of sharing the Shore with her husband Matt and her two young girls. “We love to walk down Takapuna beach and have an ice cream at the Takapuna Beach Café, or head to Devonport library and then enjoy the playground by the water. Picnics on Mt Victoria in the summer are the best; Castor Bay beach is great for a sheltered paddle for littlies. Little and Friday is my current favourite Shore café, and before having my second daughter I spent a lot of mornings writing there, a tea and biscuit close by!”

Hannah’s debut novel The Colour of Tea has just been published in the U.S. in June, following the successful launch in New Zealand and Australia in 2011.

Germany, Holland and Italy will be the next countries to enjoy the story of Grace and her café Lillian’s, set in bustling Macau.

The inspiration for The Colour of Tea came to Hannah whilst on a ferry from Hong Kong. “I was living in Macau at the time and the character of Grace, and her mother, came to me on the trip. Not long afterwards I quit my job (as HR Director for Crown Casino) and I suddenly had time to start a new project and explore some personal passions. I decided to write a book. It was something I had always wanted to do and I figured I might not get another chance to have the time.”

While The Colour of Tea is not autobiographical in any way, Hannah says she appreciates the main character Grace on several levels. “I too have been an expatriate, and can relate to trying to find a kind of family and community in a foreign place. Both Grace and I have had to ‘start over’ and rediscover purpose and meaning in a new career. Grace is like most of us – imperfect and complex – she is not always likeable, but she tries her best and I love her for that.”

For Hannah, her love of writing came from a love of reading. “I was a voracious reader from a very early age… and such a geek! I loved it when the Reader’s Digest arrived in the mail or Mum took all us kids to Takapuna library. I remember buying every single Famous Five book from the Bays Book Exchange in Mairangi Bay. But other than a journal

I was a voracious reader from a very early age… and such a geek! I remember buying every single Famous Five book from the Bays Book Exchange in Mairangi Bay.

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that I kept since high school days, I only started to write with any regularity when I left New Zealand on my OE. It started with group emails back home telling family about my travels. The Colour of Tea was a huge leap into writing fiction that I had never attempted before. What has come of it has been a (very surprising!) dream come true.”

For those who have the desire to become a published author, Hannah has some wise words of wisdom. “Write! I think a lot of people want to write but fear paralyses them. I was very fortunate that a career break afforded me some time to write my novel. Now that I have two kids, I have to find time when I can, so it is harder but still possible. It’s difficult to maintain conviction and confidence, but it is so worth it. Even if your work is not published immediately or you self-publish, it’s important to focus on the process and the experience, rather than the end result. Then you will free yourself to just write and enjoy it.”

Upon reading The Colour of Tea, you will find the story intertwined with the creation of the French confection, macarons.

To date, the best macaron Hannah has tasted on the Shore has been from her own kitchen! “My husband made macarons the other day to celebrate the U.S. launch of The Colour of Tea. They were vanilla flavoured, topped with toasted coconut and filled with white chocolate and macadamia ganache. They were sensational and I was very, very impressed.”

Hannah concedes that the best place to find the perfect macaron is, of course, Paris. “Laduree have been making them for decades and their stores are like gorgeous jewellery boxes. Eating a macaron in Laduree on the Champs-Elysees with a cup of tea actually made me a bit giddy! I also love Adriano Zumbo macarons.

He is a Sydney pastry chef and his creations are wild and unique.

His flavours have included sourdough and vegemite, wasabi and ginger, cheeseburger, and lamington!”

When asked if she has any plans to open a café of her own, Hannah just laughs. “No… it’s such a lot of hard work! I’m not an overly practical person and am much better suited to the chaotic, creative life of a writer and being a mum. I am trying to encourage my sister to consider it though. She is a marvellous cook!”

For Hannah there is one aspect of the Shore that really makes it special. “Absolutely and without a doubt – family. My parents and my sister and her hubby live here and they make this a place to call home. The Shore is a family place, a place to play with your kids on the beaches, and pop home for Sunday brunches, and the Canvas quiz. Sunshine, beaches, cafes and family – that’s what I think of when I think of the Shore. It doesn’t get much better than that.”

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Hannah’s debut novel The Colour of Tea has just been published in the U.S. in June, following the successful launch in New Zealand and Australia in 2011. Germany, Holland and Italy will be the next countries to enjoy the story of Grace and her café Lillian’s, set in bustling Macau.

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Pilates in Takapuna The next phase and the new look

The Pilates Method of body conditioning is a unique system of stretching and strengthening exercises developed nearly 100 years ago by Joseph H Pilates.

Pilates strengthens and tones muscles, improves posture, provides flexibility and balance, creates a more streamlined shape and unites the mind and body to achieve overall fitness and wellbeing.

Although born in a completely different era, Joseph Pilates understood the physical and mental pressures of a busy life. He sought to re-educate us to work our bodies with the efficiency of performing our daily tasks in mind. Joseph believed that his method would propel people to become more productive, both mentally and physically. He called it the “art of contrology”.

Joseph Pilates, along with his wife Clara, set up the first official studio in New York City after immigrating to the USA in 1926.

Romana Kyzanowska is the world renowned Protégé of Joseph Pilates. She was introduced to him in 1941 by George Ballanchine of New York City Ballet when she suffered an ankle injury and was told she would need surgery. Joseph Pilates suggested she take five lessons and if she didn’t feel improvement he would refund her money. Romana not only noticed an improvement in her ankle but an overall improvement in her body and her dancing and never had to have surgery.

Romana continued to work closely and extensively with Joseph Pilates, learning the method and she made a commitment to continue his life's work. She has taught over the last 70 years, travelling the world teaching the next generation of teachers.

In 2004 Romana visited Pilates Unlimited in Takapuna to share her knowledge and history of where the method began. Carole Fraser, owner of Pilates Unlimited, completed her training and certification under Romana at the Seattle Training Centre.

Pilates Unlimited has been operating in Northcroft Street in Takapuna Beach for 12 years. In June the studio celebrated “The Next Phase” of the studio with a remodel which means more space, more Authentic Pilates using more Authentic original equipment.

“The clients and the instructors are all excited with the new look and additional equipment,” said Carole Fraser on completion of the extension in mid June. "We are all looking forward to the next phase of development for Pilates Unlimited."

For further information on Authentic Pilates for Men and Women, or to make a booking please contact us at the studio or visit our web site. Contact: Pilates Unlimited, 18 Northcroft Street, Takapuna. Phone 486-1018 or visit: www.pilatesunlimited.co.nz

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Shore People

Shore to the Desert Hannah Morris from Devonport's once-in-a-life-time working holiday Muscat, Oman, is not the sort of place you’d expect to find a young North Shore girl on a working holiday, but for 23-year-old Hannah Morris from Devonport, helping train four young Omani women to compete in an international offshore yacht race was an opportunity of a lifetime.

Now back in New Zealand after competing in the first three legs of the six leg race, Hannah says seeing her young Omani students make the transition from sailing novices to fully fledged offshore race crew has been as rewarding as it was challenging.

“When I think back and consider that these girls had only completed a three-month dinghy sailing course prior to joining our all-woman entry in the race, their achievement is nothing short of remarkable.”

A semi-professional sailor and post-grad journalism student, Hannah was chosen as one of a small number of international female sailors to travel to Oman in December to spend two months preparing four Omani women for the rigours and hardships of offshore yacht racing.

“These girls were thrown in the deep end. They had no idea what they were in for but they showed a real determination to make the team and take their place on the race. Their challenge was as mentally demanding as it was physical given that they’d never sailed beyond the sight of land.”

Hannah says the girls had also had little exposure to western customs or values and says being confronted overnight with a team of sailors and trainers from France, USA, New Zealand and the UK must have been daunting with such vast cultural differences.

“The concept of international competition was completely foreign to them let alone the reality of ocean racing in small yachts with no onboard facilities. There was and would be no room for cultural exceptions and this must have been pretty scary.”

The event, Sailing Arabia – The Tour traversed more than 1400 kilometres of the Arabian Gulf’s busiest and most dangerous waters including the narrow and heavily patrolled Strait of Hormuz separating Iran and Oman.

The race started from Manama, Bahrain and sailed south east, stopping briefly at Doha, Qatar, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates and Dibba and Mussanah in Oman before concluding in Muscat.

Now in its second year, Sailing Arabia – The Tour is the Gulf region’s only international offshore yacht race and is organised by Oman Sail, a sail training program established in Oman to promote Olympic and recreational sailing in the Gulf region.

This year’s event attracted nine teams representing France, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE and the host nation Oman.

Hannah says the race was fought out in identical Farr 30 (Mumm 30)

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race yachts which she says saw some tight and competitive racing with the exception of a professional crew from France that led the fleet from start to finish and won each race leg.

“The French were always going to win this race but their skill and experience lifted every team’s performance and helped the Arabian crews gain a lot of racing technique as the race progressed.”

She says the highlight of her first three legs sailing with the seven-strong female crew onboard Team Althuraya Bank Muscat was the stamina and steely-eyed determination of her Omani students to pull their weight onboard.

“Our crew was made up of professional and semi-professional sailors and skippered by Dee Caffari, a competitor in the 2008/09 Vendee Globe and the only woman to have completed an east to west and west to east solo circumnavigation.

“As a crew we weren’t racing simply to make up the numbers. We wanted to sail well and achieve a good result and that meant everyone giving 100 per cent.

“One of our initial challenges was convincing the Omani girls that success had to be earned and that that would only come from team work. They rose to the challenge and showed us they could endure pretty uncomfortable conditions with the rest of us and we couldn’t be prouder.”

Hannah says sail training was only one aspect in the girls training program.

“When we started with the girls they had no idea of basic fitness or how to achieve it so we had to go back to basics with simple concepts like the need for a healthy breakfast. Our entire training program was completely foreign to them but they adapted and endured and we became a close knit team.”

She says the girls’ on-the-water performance contributed to the allwomen team securing a succession of fourth and fifth places along the tour culminating in a fourth place overall behind sailing legends like France’s Bernard Pace, Daniel Souben and Cedric Pouligny, all former Farr 30 national and world champions.

“I know the girls are rapt to have competed so well and to have set the platform for even greater regional female participation in next year’s race.

Hannah is now back on the Shore, studying journalism at AUT and sailing the Hauraki Gulf – half a world a way from the Arabian Gulf where she spent that once-in-a-life-time working holiday.

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The Healthy Channel with John Appleton

I have been writing articles on topics related to our health for a number of years and now in Channel I will be keeping you up to date with ways in which we might improve our health by becoming more aware of the many options that are available to us.

John Appleton – john@johnappleton.co.nz www.johnappleton.co.nz Ph: 09-489-9362.

Treating alzheimers with coconut oil…

As I see it – By John Appleton.

“Tick of a timebomb that waits to claim the identity and dignity of a generation” This is the heading of a feature article in a British Newspaper.

The article talks about how the incidence of Alzheimer’s and Dementia is expected to increase to become a major epidemic and it’s not just in the U.K. In New Zealand there should be as much concern because the costs could exceed our ability to pay.

While there is an international scramble to develop drugs that may limit the impact of this insidious condition for the benefit of the individual and the health system, the news is not good. It seems however that if there is a breakthrough it may come in the form of a simple nutritional intervention. There’s a video clip that’s currently going ‘viral’ on the internet which outlines the story of an American Doctor who achieved significant success treating her husband with Coconut Oil. Dr Newport has written a case study ‘What if there was a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease And No One Knew and this can be downloaded from the Internet. There are also several ‘YouTube’ clips where Dr Newport is interviewed.

The first question that might come to mind for many people is how can a simple saturated fat possibly be effective as a treatment for a serious neurological condition? The theory is based on the fact that an early feature of Alzheimer’s disease is region specific declines in brain glucose metabolism.

Unlike other tissues in the body the brain does not efficiently metabolise fats and thus it relies almost exclusively on glucose for energy. Therefore inhibition of glucose metabolism can have a profound effect on the brain. Alzheimer’s could be a type of diabetes of the brain where insulin problems prevent brain cells from accepting glucose.

This is where the Coconut Oil comes in. Scientists have discovered that there is another substance that could fuel the brain; a substance known as ketones or ketone bodies. Ketones are what your body produces when it converts fat

(as opposed to glucose) into energy. The good news is that the Medium Chain Triglycerides (fats) found in Coconut Oil is an excellent source of Ketone bodies.

Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT’s) are not processed in the same manner as Long Chain Trigylcerides (e.g Fish Oil) which must be mixed with bile in order that they may be broken down. MCT’s however go directly to the liver (not requiring bile) which naturally converts the fats into ketones. These are then released immediately into the bloodstream where they are transported to the brain to be used as fuel. I have read that ketones appear to be the preferred source of brain food in patients affected by diabetes or Alzheimer’s.

Six months ago a good friend in the U.S. told me that he was planning to try Coconut Oil with his mother who has Alzheimer’s and hadn’t spoken for two years.

Last week he forwarded a copy of a message from his Mother’s care centre – “Good news I can’t believe what is happening!!! Your Mom has not spoken in almost two years Rhoda is saying sentences- there is a big change in her” While to many this is totally new and surprising, Ketones have been used successfully to help with Epilepsy. There is a diet known as the Ketogenic diet which was pioneered by Dietician Millicent Kelly at Johns Hopkins Hospital some 40 years ago. In 1997 Meryl Streep starred in a Television Movie “First do no Harm” about a boy whose severe epilepsy, unresponsive to medications with terrible side effects, is controlled by the Ketogenic diet. Aspects of the story mirror the movie’s director Jim Abrahams’ own experience with his son Charlie. Anyone interested can watch a brief video of Meryl Streep introducing the Ketogenic diet (type Meryl Streep Ketogenic Diet into Google). Meryl describes her friend’s son Charlie and his life with epilespy. Charlie had suffered thousands of seizures, had been given a vast array of drugs had been hospitalised eight times had MRI’s and CAT scans a surgical procedure and been under the care of 5 Neurologists. When Charlie was put on the Ketogenic diet at the Johns Hopkins Hospital he became seizure free – it’s a remarkable story.

Why isn’t the story about ketones front page news? It should be but the title of NZ Herald Journalist Paul Little’s recent article “Health Industry depends on people being ill” rings a bell for me.

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AA Smartfuel: Shop locally and save on fuel

Now you can shop locally and save on your fuel!

At Channel Magazine we love to encourage our readers to shop locally. In fact we are so keen on it we are giving away a vehicle to encourage locals to spend their money on our home turf. That's why we also like the AA Smartfuel programme that encourages local shopping. AA Smartfuel is all about fuel savings that accumulate. By shopping at local participating retailers you can accumulate fuel discounts to save on up to 50 litres of fuel. It’s available free to all New Zealanders – and there are heaps of participating retailers right here on the Shore.

So how do I save with AA Smartfuel?

To explain how the AA Smartfuel programme works we have these two real examples of fuel savings that have been made.

Example 1: "My phone account’s with TelstraClear, so that was 6 cents off per litre over two months. I saved another 4 cents per litre with light bulbs bought from the local Hammer Hardware. As an AA Member when I got my warrant from AA Vehicle Testing Sunnybrae, I earned another 30 cents off per litre. Then BP had a weekend special if I cashed in my discounts with them, so I got another 8 cents off, that was a total of 48 cents per litre off my fuel bill. All up I saved $24 off my fuel bill when I filled my car up."

Example 2: "Last month I popped into my local Take Note a couple of times for the kids school books and saved 20 cents per litre. I then bought my meat from Aussie Butcher and saved 5 cents per litre and filled up at Caltex a few times and accumulated another 24 cents per litre, that was a total of 49 cents per litre off my fuel bill. All up I saved $24.50 off my petrol bill!"

How do I participate in the AA Smartfuel programme to enjoy the fuel savings?

If you're not an AA Member, get your free AA Smartfuel card from participating retailers, BP, Caltex or AA Centres. Then you can start earning fuel discounts by swiping your card when you meet the qualifying spend at participating retailers. You’ll just need to register the card online before any fuel discounts can be redeemed. If you are an AA Member then your existing AA Membership card is already activated and ready to go – easy!

For more details visit AAsmartfuel.co.nz and see a selection of the participating local outlets detailed on the following pages.

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Allan Pollock outside his Belmont Pharmacy.

Belmont Pharmacy A smart choice for locals

One of the most enthusiastic local AA Smartfuel retailers is Belmont Pharmacy in Lake Road, run by well-known local identity Allan Pollock and his wife Kathryn.

"It is a real point of difference for us," explained Allan, when Channel Magazine popped in to see him in mid June. "This is one of the busiest roads in Auckland. It is estimated we have 30,000 plus vehicles driving past each day and now we have a huge incentive to be the preferred pharmacy for a high percentage of these people. They can save on their fuel with every purchase."

This is one of the busiest roads in Auckland. It is estimated we have 30,000 plus vehicles driving past each day… They can save on their fuel with every purchase.

Allan and his wife Kathryn are both pharmacists and have owned Belmont Pharmacy for over 20 years, since 1989. When they first bought the business Allan was one of New Zealand's leading mid-field rugby backs. When they met while attending pharmacy college in Wellington, Allan was a key member of the Wellington NPC team that included famous All Blacks Stu Wilson, Bernie Fraser, Alan Hewson and Murray Mexted. Allan followed 'Shore girl' Kathryn back home and they have been here ever since. He then played rugby for North Harbour and was also the coach when Harbour held the Ranfurly Shield a few years back. He has also had stints coaching at Toyota and NEC in Japan. He currently oversees grade coaching at the East Coast Bays Rugby Club.

The Pollock family live locally, close to Takapuna Beach. "We love living so close to the beach. It's one of the best urban beaches in the world. We are very lucky," says Allan.

In addition to offering AA Smartfuel savings, Belmont Pharmacy also has other major points of differences. Kathryn Pollock is a trained Naturopath, so they offer a range of good health products as well as traditional medicines.

The focus of the seven-strong Belmont Pharmacy team is very much on providing the best service around health, so they don't stock non-health items such as sunglasses and perfumes.

"With AA Smartfuel, we really feel we have an advantage over other pharmacies offering FlyBuys and the like," adds Allan Pollock. "We are the only pharmacy in this area to offer AA Smartfuel savings and with our local service station being BP – that redeems the AA Smartfuel savings – the fit is just perfect," Belmont Pharmacy, 143 Lake Road, Belmont. Phone 445-8247.

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The savings really add you shop on the Shore With AA Smartfuel your fuel discounts can accumulate every time you shop and meet the qualifying spend at participating retailers, giving you a total combined discount on up to 50 litres of fuel… now that’s smart!

Just swipe your card when you shop, then again to redeem your accumulated discounts when you fuel-up at a participating BP or Caltex.

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Making a Splash: with Olympic Swimmer Melissa Ingram

Olympic Swimmer Melissa Ingram is a regular contributor to Channel Magazine.

As well as being a world class swimmer, Melissa is a budding writer, with plans to move into journalism when she finally hangs up the togs. Melissa prepared this column in early June as she was starting on the final leg of preparations for London.

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4-year journey

Many people think that an Olympic preparation starts months before an Olympic Games. Wrong! I started to prepare for the London Olympics the day I got home from the Beijing Olympics in August 2008. I stepped off the plane in Auckland and decided that I was going to do everything in my power to get on the podium in London. It has been four years of highs and lows, triumphs and disappointments, but throughout every obstacle and every achievement, I’ve had my eyes firmly set on the prize.

As an athlete I have to lead a pretty selfish life. I have to constantly consider my rest and recovery to ensure that I can get the most out of my body for every training session. As swimmers we try to train as hard as we can for as long as we can, clocking up to 70km a week in the pool. Add seven hours of gym work on top of that and it results in a constant balancing act of training, eating and sleeping. Some swimmers like Michael Phelps get to eat what they want, but for a lot of us nutrition involves daily monitoring of our food intake so that we eat enough to get through our heavy training schedule, but not too much that we put on weight. We want to be strong and streamlined and this requires consistent monitoring of our fat levels.

I swam under the Olympic qualifying time in the 200m Backstroke at last year’s World Championships and therefore have had a full year to focus on my Olympic preparation and not worry too much about resting and prepping for other competitions. I spent a month in Brisbane in October last year training with Meagan Nay who is ranked third in the world in my event. I was even lucky enough to live with her and become great friends. I then followed this up with three World Cup events where I won two gold, one silver, and one bronze medal, as well as breaking two national records. Since then it has been training, training, training, apart from a small rest for our national championships in March.

I’m lucky enough to train at the Millennium Institute where world class facilities are accessible on a daily basis. I have chosen to predominantly stay at home and train in my build up to London. I raced overseas a lot last year so this year I’m more focused on clocking up the miles and getting in the best shape possible because I know that I had plenty of race practice and experience last year. My only overseas travel before the Olympics will be a two week training camp in Cairns and a hit out against the Australian Olympic Swim Team in Canberra in June. On July 10th the Olympic Swim Team will head to Belgium for a preparation camp. This is a chance for the team to acclimatise, rest and bond. We will move into the Olympic Village on the 23rd of July before racing kicks off on the 28th of July. My main event is the 200m Backstroke and this is always near the end of the racing programme; day six in fact. I’ll also be competing in the 100m Backstroke on day two, but this will serve as more of a warm up for the 200m because I’m more of an endurance athlete than sprinter.

That’s all from me before London begins. Enjoy the Olympic coverage and let’s get behind our New Zealand athletes. Go Kiwi!

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Melissa Ingram (second from right) during a training session at The Millennium with fellow Olympic swimmers Glenn Snyders, Hayley Palmer and Steven Kent.

North Harbour Club AIMES Awards My London preparations have gone hand in hand with the opportunities afforded to me by my winning a North Harbour Club AIMES Award. I was extremely fortunate to be the supreme winner at the 2009 AIMES Awards.

2009 was a rough year for me. I had had all my funding cut when I missed the qualifying time for the World Championships by only a few tenths of a second in three events. After finishing 11th at the Olympics just six months before this, it was a bitter blow to take as I felt like a lot of people turned their backs on me. But I was more determined than ever to chase my dream.

I applied for an AIMES Award and nervously went through the interview process and emerged a winner.

The financial contribution of the award has been hugely significant to my swimming career, but it was also a huge confidence boost for me to have an amazing organisation such as the North Harbour Club believing in me and my ability to succeed on the world stage.

The North Harbour Club is made up of incredibly successful people who are passionate about the North Shore community and giving back. Every North Harbour Club function that I have been fortunate enough to attend, I have loved.

I am thankful everyday for my North Harbour Club AIMES Award and I greatly encourage anyone with big dreams to apply.

Delicious Treats with Devonport Chocolates

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Introducing Tammy…

One of Devonport Chocolates Fabulous Chocolatiers

If you have been to our Devonport store you know we have a window through to our factory where you can view our delicious chocolates being made. We often get asked about the chocolatiers that are beavering away in the background and how they came to work for Devonport Chocolates, here is Tammy’s story.

While studying visual arts and working in a cake shop Tammy discovered a love of food and she took herself off to study patisserie at AUT. As part of her studies she spent two weeks working with Devonport Chocolates. We thought she was so fabulous we asked her to continue working with us and she did until she went to Melbourne. Tammy chose to go to Melbourne because it is foodie heaven and ended up working at Koko Black, a company whose chocolate range she has admitted to drooling over. Armed with a truck load of experience Tammy returned from Melbourne and on hearing that she had arrived back we offered her a job and she returned to work at Devonport Chocolates. Keep an eye out in our stores, Tammy’s idea of the ultimate chocolate is something salty with peanut butter and dark chocolate.

Becoming a chocolatier is largely on the job training; traditionally you would have become a chocolate apprentice. However the Patisserie course at AUT is a great place to start. If you want some official chocolate training the closest course to New Zealand is at the William Anglis Institute in Melbourne. They often run short courses in chocolate making.

As it is hot chocolate season Tammy has created a Hot Chocolate recipe for you to try at home.

Tammy.

Tammy’s Fragrant Orange Hot Chocolate - Serves 4 200g Devonport Chocolates

56% Cocoa Solids Callets 800ml Full Fat Milk 200ml Cream 1 Orange - Nutmeg to taste

Start by reducing your orange to syrup. Juice the orange into a small saucepan and set on an element on a medium heat and simmer until syrupy. Remove from the heat.

Put your milk and cream in a large saucepan on medium heat keep stirring - I find a whisk is great to use as it makes the milk and cream

slightly foamy. When the milk and cream is heated through put in your dark chocolate and whisk until the chocolate is completely melted through.

Add your orange syrup and nutmeg to taste.

If you are able to use freshly ground nutmeg it smells wonderful as well as tasting great.

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By Catherine Lamb, General Manager, North Harbour Club.

Jan Dawson joins AIMES Awards judging panel

Jan Dawson.

2012 AIMES Awards applications close July 21st The main driver of the 140 plus members of the North Harbour Club is their pride in supporting the young people of region through our annual AIMES Awards. Applications are currently open for these awards and they close on 20th July.

There are key members of the North Harbour Club who play an important role in this, none more so than the five-strong Judging Panel. We are fortunate to have such a passionate and dedicated group of professionals who give their time to this task.

This year we welcome Jan Dawson to the panel. Jan has taken on a judging role following the retirement of Dr Henry Duncan of AUT – a hard act to follow!

Jan was previously the Chief Executive and Chair of KPMG and last year, she received the Crombie Lockwood 2011 Chartered Accountant of the Year Award for her career achievements and reputation as a leading business executive. Jan is a director of Westpac New Zealand and Air New Zealand, a member of the University of Auckland Council, deputy chair of Counties Manukau District Health Board and president of Yachting New Zealand. Jan was also inducted into North Shore Business Hall of Fame in 2010.

Welcome to the panel Jan – I’m sure you’ll quickly find it an incredibly enjoyable and rewarding task.

Jan Dawson joins the other members of the panel:- Simon Lamb, Principal of Takapuna Grammar School; Andrea Davies, Regional Registrar of Massey University; Sue Stanaway, Residential Operations Manager, Bayleys Real Estate; and Mike Stanley, CEO Millennium Institute of Sport & Health.

We also have a fantastic family of sponsors, whose support enables us to continue to reward and celebrate these young high achievers. We are very fortunate to have established a wonderful long-term relationship with our sponsors and are proud of their continued commitment with us.

Having recently met with Peter Clague, the Executive Principal of Kristin School and sponsor of our Education Award, I was reminded of their passion

Jan was previously the Chief Executive and Chair of KPMG and last year, she received the Crombie Lockwood 2011 Chartered Accountant of the Year Award for her career achievements and reputation as a leading business executive… Jan was also inducted into North Shore Business Hall of Fame in 2010. for and involvement with the North Harbour Region and their commitment to the continued development and celebration of our young people. Like all Principals in our region, Peter is fortunate to see the brilliance of these young people on a daily basis. He was quick to recall the names of a number of our previous AIMES winners some of whom have hailed from Kristin School and whom he is still in contact with. Our Sponsors take a great pride in their involvement in the careers of these young people.

Each year we announce and celebrate the winners of the AIMES Awards at our spectacular black tie dinner at the Bruce Mason Centre, this year being held on the 3rd November. We also announce our ‘Emerging Talent Award’ winners, our future stars, on 31st October at the Spencer on Byron Hotel.

If you know of anyone who should be making application to the AIMES Awards, please tell them to visit www.northharbourclub.co.nz for more information, or contact me on 09 419-0273 or Email: catherine@northharbourclub.co.nz – Catherine Lamb, General Manager, North Harbour Club

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Leading shoe retailer moves HQ into TelstraClear building Number One Shoes Limited has moved its company headquarters to Smales Farm, housing its 50-strong team of support office staff on level four of the TelstraClear building.

Number One Shoes is New Zealand’s most successful shoe retailer, employing almost 700 people and enjoying a 40% share of the domestic footwear market. Previously headquartered in Auckland’s CBD, the company searched widely for its new premises says Head of Human Resources Antonia Davies.

Before deciding on the move, Number One Shoes workshopped with staff to get their feedback on what was important for their working environment.

“We asked them what would make them happy and comfortable, and want to come to work,” Antonia Davies says.

“Overwhelmingly, people wanted three main things: natural light, colour and “We selected Smales Farm after looking “The type of environment somewhere to relax at lunchtime or breaks. in various locations we’ve been able to Our new fitout in the around Auckland,” achieve at Smales Farm TelstraClear building she says. “The CBD supports and speaks to delivers on all three spaces tended to have elements. One side of segregated offices, and our company culture.” the building is meeting were more reflective spaces and a lunch area of financial-type organisations. We with comfy sofas, lots of natural light found that any decent space available and a good outlook.” in the CBD had the wrong feel or had very limited parking/transport options for staff. Our previous CBD location segregated our teams into offices around a central lift well, which didn’t fit the way we wanted to work. One of the reasons Smales Farm attracted us is that it allowed us to move to an open plan layout.”

The design of the new fitout at Smales Farm has a single open environment, with all teams working closely together.

None of the management team have separate offices – CEO Gary Rohloff actually chose to put his desk right in the middle of everybody. The new layout is boosting communications within

the company and making teams more cohesive, Antonia Davies says.

“We are down to earth. We like to have fun and there are no airs and graces.

Our old office space segregated us by its very nature, but our Smales Farm space allows us a team-building environment where we share successes and inspire each other.”

Good transport links and parking were also important. The company has chosen to provide a car park for each staff member.

Antonia Davies, Head of HR

The best 300sqm you’ll see on the North Shore Number One Shoes has 600 retail staff working at 51 stores in New Zealand.

It employs a further 30 staff at its distribution centre in Napier, where the company was founded. Looking to the future Antonia Davies says there is still more growth to come in New Zealand.

“We get people writing to us asking us to open a store in their town. There is still unsatisfied demand there, so we’re still looking for growth in selected parts of the country.”

The Air NZ building at Smales Farm has just 300 square metres left for lease – and it’s going to make superb premises for some lucky company.

Located on the top floor of the Air NZ building, the space has 180 degree views North and West across Smales Farm wetlands and the neighbouring golf course. An outdoor deck allows BBQs and entertaining. The space has showers, emergency power generation, CCTV security, bike parks and is close to the Northern Busway. There are plenty of parking options for staff and visitors.

Award-winning Australasian design firm Jazmax executed a $200,000 refurbishment to the building’s ground

floor foyer late last year, giving it a glamorous new look. A brand new top floor foyer is inspired by the Jazmax design. The adjacent premises are the headquarters of HapagLloyd, one of the top shipping container lines in the world.

To find out more about the space available for lease in the Air New Zealand building contact your local commercial real estate agent or call Smales Farm Property and Facilities Manager Rose Brougham on (09) 488 2300.

SmalesCorner@SmalesFarm – New Zealand’s best place to work and do business

“People don’t need to understand banks, banks need to understand people.”

“At child® our goal is simple: to make learning irresistible.”

Lee Clark, Director

ASB Smales Farm branch

Banks don’t exist without the people who entrust their lives, dreams, or plans in them. It’s one thing ASB has never forgotten and it’s what drives us to be a better bank. Whether you’re just popping in to deposit some cash or sitting down with us to talk about your financial goals, we’re here to discuss and more importantly, listen. It’s not just about being a bank.

It’s about being human too.

Phone Number: (09) 448 4480 Hours: Mon — Fri 9:00am to 4:30pm ASB Bank Limited’s current Disclosure Statement is available free of charge from any branch of ASB.

“Some days you just need to escape the daily grind. Meet you there!”

Gordon Simpson, Owner

child® at Smales Farm is the highest quality pre-school available in New Zealand, setting the standard in both education and staffing.

We offer five innovative and individual learning environments, catering for all pre-school children from birth to five years. Our holistic teaching programmes use leading technology, structured learning plans, lesson evaluations and child-initiated activities.

Call us on 488 7766, or visit www.childpreschool.co.nz

“Servilles Barber is about fuss-free haircuts for the modern man who is short on time but still requires great style and a quality cut.”

Jeremy Foster-Moan, Owner

Quarry Bar at Smales Farm offers lunch, dinner and bar snacks in surroundings that are both smart and comfortable. With a choice of indoor or al fresco seating, it’s the perfect place for a meal or just a quiet drink with friends. Come in and check out their great menu today! Quarry also offers the ultimate venue for private functions.

Servilles Barber is an extension of the Servilles philosophy to deliver a personalised service, to meet the needs of today’s busy professional men. Servilles Barber is a man’s space, simple and masculine. No bookings required, come in and enjoy Sky Sport, men’s magazines and the latest range of professional hair products.

Monday – Friday 11.30am to Late Saturday – 12.00pm to Late Call us on 915 0101 www.quarrybar.co.nz

Sun & Mon closed, Tue, Wed & Fri 8.00am to 6.00pm Thurs 8.00am to 7.00pm Sat 9.00am to 2.00pm

“Ordering with SUBWAY restaurants is super easy – text, internet or in person. Great parking right outside means a no-hassle pick up.”

“The Hamper is a corner dairy, fruit shop and dry cleaning agent rolled into one.”

Peter and Jenny Zou, Owners

Daniel Noble, Manager Order on the internet, from your mobile or watch our friendly staff make your food – just the way you like it. We custom make every order: breakfast, lunch and dinner. We have excellent catering options for all sized functions, and you can collect loyalty points with SUBCARD. Open from 6.30am weekdays Text orders to jc3553 Online ordering at subway.co.nz

Convenience store ‘The Hamper’ brings unique one-stop shopping to Smales Farm. You can get anything from a pie and a bottle of coke to frozen meals, sandwiches, cakes, muffins, magazines, chocolates, groceries and personal items.

7.00am to 6.00pm weekdays 9.00am to 4.00pm Saturday Call us on 488 7070

“We offer a fabulous environment for business meetings, or just relax with wine and some exceptional food.”

“We strive for simplicity and convenience.”

Lim, Manager

Jayson Hayde, Owner

Hatsuhana at Smales Farm bridges the gap between East and West.

It’s a friendly and welcoming sushi and noodle bar where you can depend on getting the freshest fish and the tastiest noodles. This is deceptively simple cuisine, saluting the centuries-old methods used by the very best sushi shops and chefs in Japan and China.

Seriously good food and coffee has seen Columbus Coffee Smales Farm build a great reputation, win industry awards and gain a loyal following of regulars. Whether you’re seated in the plush leather lounge chairs, or out in the courtyard with its piazza atmosphere, you can relax in comfort and style.

Monday – Friday 10.00am to 3.30pm Call us on 488 0210

From 6.00am weekdays and 8.00am weekends.

Call us on 486 3200

“We offer Accident & Medical 24/7, G.P afterhours and a reduced fee for After-hour Network qualifying groups.”

“Shorecare Pharmacy at Smales Farm is open from 8.30am until 11.00pm every day.”

Bryan Rowney, Director

Dr Hilton Jones, Shorecare Medical Director

Shorecare’s new accident and medical clinic is open to everyone 24/7 on a casual, walk-in basis. It provides a comprehensive range of services, including physiotherapy, X-ray and ultrasound, for the entire North Shore population.

Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Ground floor, Sovereign House, Smales Farm

Shop 8, Q4 Building 8.30am to 11.00pm seven days 365 days of the year Call us on 488 0880

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“Welcome to the next generation of kiwi dentistry. Our brand new dental clinic is open 7 days a week.”

“Here at Vivo, we specialise in professional hair & beauty treatments that make you look good AND feel great!

Dr Andrew Campbell, owner of The Tooth Company

Vivo Hair & Beauty, Takapuna.

The Tooth Company is located adjacent to Shorecare accident and medical centre and is open late nights and weekends for dental emergencies, checkups and general dental treatments. We are a fresh innovative dental clinic set up to provide our patients with access to modern dental treatment at a competitive price.

Shop 8a, Q4 Building 8.30am – 9.00pm week days 9.00am – 4.00pm Saturday & Sunday Call us on 410 9971 Book online at: www.thetoothcompany.co.nz

Shorecare Pharmacy at Smales Farm sells a full range of pharmacy retail products including cosmetics, vitamins and supplements, baby products, sunscreens and sun hats, toilet bags and gifts, in addition to prescriptions and medicines. It is the last pharmacy to close on the North Shore every night.

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Conditions: Can not be used in conjunction with any other offer.

ANZ Business Centre, Corinthian Drive Albany The Smales Farm brand is now ‘virtual’ following the purchase of the ANZ Business Centre.

Smales Farm has expanded beyond the geographical footprint of the Smales Farm Technology Office Park in Takapuna. The ANZ Business Centre is managed by Smales Farm Management Services, in keeping with Smales Farm’s philosophy of high quality and excellent service.

We’ll see you there!

“We specialise in men’s haircutting and colouring in a male environment.”

“We are open 7 days for all your liquor needs.”

Dennis Tiktonov, Owner

Jackie Warren, Manager

Want to look sharp this weekend? Then come and get your hair cut at everyguy – the salon for guys. No appointment necessary, just come when it’s convenient for you and enjoy Sky TV, Xbox and Playstation.

Salute Liquor stocks a great range of wine, beer, cider, spirits, mixers and liqueurs. We specialise in vodka, and stock many different varieties of Russian vodka. Come to us for all your liquor needs and enjoy our friendly service.

Call us on 414 4026. (No appointment necessary.)

Open 7 days. Mon 10.00am to 5.00pm Tues & Thurs 10.00am to 7.00pm Wed 9.00am to 7.00pm. Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Sat 8.30am to 3.00pm. Sun 10.00am to 2.00pm.

Call us on 414 6366 Open 7 days Mon & Tues 12.00pm to 9.00pm Wed – Sat 12.00pm to 11.00pm Sun 1.00pm to 8.00pm

“Big boys’ toys have never been this much fun!”

“We bring a taste of home to Africans living in New Zealand.”

Simon Lambert, Manager

Luke Joseph, Owner

Hobby City has a huge specialist range of kitsets and models, including trains and radio controlled planes, cars and helicopters.

The speed, power and manoeuvrability of today’s radio controlled models is simply extraordinary – come and pay us a visit.

Inside Africa sells African groceries, snacks, clothes and more.

If you have ever lived in Africa, you’ll find all your favourite things here.

If you have never been to Africa but would love to go, get the flavour by visiting us!

Call us on 441 2505 Open Mon – Fri 9.30am to 6.00pm Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm Sun 10.00am to 5.00pm

Open 7 days 9.30am to 6.30pm Call us on 443 0548

“We think our flamegrilled peri peri chicken is the best in the world.”

Ashwini Kumar, Owner

“We serve Yum Cha 7 days a week, or try our famous Peking Duck.”

Connie Ng, Owner

Nandos spicy, Portuguese-style chicken is trimmed of fat before being marinated for 24 hours and flame grilled. Have fun in your own kitchen cooking with a range of sauces, marinades and dressings that are exclusive to Nandos. Choose from East African, Thai, Moroccan and Mediterranean flavours.

North Sea Village is a Chinese restaurant that specialises in food from the Southern half of China. It uses only Southern Chinese chefs, so the flavours are authentic. The Peking Duck is so good, it has its own loyal following. Live seafood is also a speciality – including paua, clams and crayfish.

Call us on 442 2044 Open 7 days 10.00am to 10.00pm

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

Milford rescues FREE Auckland Symphony Orchestra Concerts at the Bruce Mason Centre The Milford Business Association in association with sponsors The Milford Centre (The Mall) and Benefitz – who produce Channel Magazine, have come to the assistance of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra (ASO), following a front page article in the local paper reporting that the funding of the orchestra for the ASO concerts on the Shore. This could have resulted in the cancellation of two of the three free family concerts it performs at the Bruce Mason Centre annually.

As a responsible local and business community organisation, the MBA decided this was a very worthwhile event to become part of and are now fully committed to supporting the ASO. The two concerts which we are supporting will be held on August 19th and November 18th. We will announce details in this column closer to each event, but rest assured, there will be tickets available in Milford for businesses and residents for both concerts.

It is fantastic to be part of this cultural event. The Music Director of the Auckland Symphony Orchestra, is Peter Thomas, whose father, Fred Thomas, many will remember as the Mayor of Takapuna, some years ago. His mother, Mary, still lives on the family property in Milford. Not only that, but eight members of the orchestra are local Milford residents and the orchestra regularly has contact with our local schools.

We feel this is an excellent fit with Milford and the fantastic community we are lucky to have businesses in.

Check our website closer to the events for details - www.milford.bz

New Sponsorship Scheme for Milford Businesses We are thrilled to announce the first of many sponsors that have come on board with the association and decided to back us in our efforts to provide a more vibrant community and shopping experience in Milford.

First to sign up to the scheme were local barristers and solicitors, Schnauer and Co, who have come on board as a Silver sponsor. Schnauer and Co have been in business in Milford for over 20 years, expanding all the time to now be the biggest firm of barristers and solicitors in Milford.

Next to sign up was Prestige Real Estate who have come on board as Gold sponsors and are just a delight to deal with, inspired by owner Murray Blair. They consistently pick up awards for their exceptional marketing.

Other sponsors we are thrilled to be associated with are: GOLD Sponsors Benefitz who have been extremely helpful with designing and printing some of our advertising material and given us huge assistance in establishing our website.

Benefitz also publish this excellent local monthly magazine, Channel, which continues to go from strength to strength.

The Milford Centre (the mall to most of us) who contribute regularly to the promotions that we run in the retail stores throughout the whole Milford business district and are also assisting with the ASO concert program.

Giltrap AUDI, who together with the MBA will be presenting an exciting promotion later this year involving NZ’s No.1 Luxury Car brand, AUDI, from NZ’s No.1 AUDI dealership. Watch this column for more details!

SILVER Sponsors Another to join us is this very magazine, Channel, published by Benefitz. Aidan and his team at Benefitz are enthusiastic supporters of local business districts and are providing assistance with staging the ASO concerts.

You will see these sponsors names mentioned every time we have promotions.

Please support them as they are enabling us to provide you with a better shopping environment in Milford as well as exciting promotions.

Local MP Maggie Barry with Murray Hill of the Milford Business Association and Milford Craft Market organiser Annamaria.

New Monthly Milford Craft Market off to good start On Saturday June 16th the weather gods shone down on us and provided a fine day to start our new monthly Craft Market in the Village Square.

Local MP Maggie Barry obliged with the opening of the market and a festive atmosphere was evident with balloons, bunting and marquees filling the village square, complete with entertainment by Mal McCallum, providing a great mix of music.

Well, that’s another great month! Hope you enjoy reading about our great little slice of paradise. Have a great July.

Bye for now, see you in Milford!

Murray Hill, Manager – Milford Business Association Contact me by email milfordba@gmail.com or post, PO Box 31-825, Milford 0741.

PS: Let us know about events in the community and we will discuss them in this column, space permitting.

IMPORTANT CONTACTS: Milford Residents Association: Debbie Dunsford, Phone 410 3696 or email: debbie@cslnz.co.nz Castor Bay Ratepayer and Residents Association: Fiona Downes, Phone 410 5304 or email: bandf@xtra.co.nz

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Milford - Everyone’s Place: Platina Jewellery

Platina Jewellery This month it will be three years since Josephine and Tony Fryer opened their jewellery store in Milford Shopping Centre.

The couple opened Platina Jewellery because, put simply, there was nothing else like it. Josephine has always had a passion for unique fine, European jewellery and she was sure there must have been other women in New Zealand who felt the same. She knew they should not have to travel across the world to find it.

“We saw a void in the market,” says Josephine. “There are so many women out there who want an exquisite, quality piece of jewellery, but at the same time they want it to be unique. We stock pieces that are completely different to what everyone else has.”

When buying this unique stock, Josephine only buys one of each piece, to give her customers that extra exclusivity.

“It means that when you buy something from Platina Jewellery, chances are you won’t walk down the street and see someone wearing the exact same thing,” she says.

Their stock includes ranges such as Nanis - fine Italian jewels. Nanis collections are inspired by contemporary art and the world of nature – their intricate designs suggest elegance and sophistication, yet still encompass a unique and contemporary feel.

They also stock Danish brand Ole Lynggaard. Established in 1963, the company has recently released Lotus - a bohemian inspired collection. The collection mixes a range of bold colours and various metals to achieve a refined balance between classic and contemporary. It includes a range of design colliers, pendants, earrings and rings. The Lotus collection is about mixing, matching and creating a personal look.

Along with Nanis and Ole Lynggaard, Platina Jewellery sells more well-known brands such as Thomas Sabo and Karen Walker. Additionally, Platina Jewellery

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offers a custom jewellery design service and jewellery makeovers.

Their jewellery lounge serves as a consultation Josephine and Tony Fryer. area. After discussing the customer’s vision, one of Platina’s designers will create a life-like, scaled, colour picture of the finished result. The picture can be viewed in-store with their latest 3D jewellery software and can be altered within minutes, until it is exactly the way the customer wants it. They can organise a variety of loose diamonds or coloured stones for customers to view, to fit their budgets or requirements, before the handmade piece is started.

Josephine and Tony also enjoy working with customers to remodel older pieces of jewellery and create a stunning new piece with their existing gold and diamonds.

“People can bring in those sentimental pieces and have them remodelled so they can feel good about wearing them,” Josephine says.

The couple pride themselves on their attention to detail and commitment to finding the perfect piece to suit every customer’s individual style.

“It’s always a feeling of genuine satisfaction when you send the customer out the door and you know they’ve got exactly what they wanted,” says Josephine.

“We love the feeling of a job well done.”

Platina Jewellery Shop 153a, Milford Shopping Centre, 24 Milford Road, North Shore City.

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Nothing but beads!

Bead Boutique adds some fun to Milford

A new addition to the interesting and diverse range of shops in Milford is Bead Boutique Inc. set up by mother and daughter team of Linda and Kelly Van Der Linde.

The new store, located alongside popular cafe Hamic, opened for business in late May. It was inspired by Linda working with beads for a range of hand made book marks, on sale in her Mairangi Bay store, ‘Bays Book Exchange’. She had a gut feeling that a bead shop would be popular and that Milford would be the perfect place.

As the name suggests Bead Boutique Inc. sells a wide range of beads and all the bits and pieces to go with them, such as the findings used to turn your beads into a fabulous one off piece of jewellery art.

“We want the store to be a fun place where people can feel comfortable either buying beads or sitting with friends at our table and getting beading, and we feel we have achieved that,” said Linda, in late June after the store had been open for a month. "As well as selling the beads and findings we are also selling hand crafted beaded jewellery made on site in our store. There is also a fantastic Kids Corner, where kiddies can have fun creating their own treasures from our vast range of kids plastic beads.”

A popular range is the Swarovski Crystals, glass pearls and pendants, and Bead Boutique Inc. also sell other bead related items. Like evening clutch-bags and hand knitted scarves.

As this issue of Channel was going to press the first of their school holiday classes were getting under way.

“We have been thrilled with the numbers but there are still spaces available in our bead classes,” added Linda. “The classes are lots of fun and we are looking forward to hosting Bead Parties for both adults and Kids groups. So if you want something a little bit different for that next party be it a birthday, hen night or team building event give us a call at the store, or pop in and see us. We guarantee to make it very easy for you and loads of fun.”

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Crafty Knitwits 'Knitathon' for Child Cancer

Effort unbelievable, don't miss the Charity Auction – Saturday July 21st.

WOW! It was all go at the second annual Crafty Knitwits 'Knitathon'. Over 200 people participating, in the shop and from home. Incredible effort everyone. We had a visit from local MP Maggie Barry on Saturday which was really great encouragement for the knitters.

As I write this article there are more knitted and crochet squares arriving in the shop and sponsorship of our participants this year has been outstanding. So far we have 330 squares.

Now the work begins with putting them together into wonderful rugs to go to auction. The auction will be on Saturday July 21st the Milford Mall at 2pm. As well as auctioning off the rugs we also have some lovely items that have been donated for the auction including a hand knitted vintage style dressing gown, a William Morris style table runner, a gorgeous hand woven wall hanging and a beautiful hand knitted rug.

If you have an item that you think would be good for our auction, please drop it in to Crafty Knitwits in Milford – every little bit helps us towards our $10,000 fundraising target.

From our effort so far we have approximately $7,500 (which is more than we achieved in total last year) and we don't have all sponsorship money collected yet.

We have 14 buckets for donations all around the Milford shops to bring in, plus our auction. So we are well on our way.

We have also received auction items of a signed North Harbour Rugby Jersey and ball from Steve Middleton at Molton Brown, a bottle of French champagne from Richard at Frog in the Barrel, and a $500 beauty package from June at Nefertiti.

So many very generous people in the community popped in while the Knitathon was on to donate. And speaking of generosity – full marks to the Swiss Bakery. They delivered the most delicious food for breakfast, morning tea, lunch and to take us through the night on both days. Our knitters were very well fed. The amount of food and the quality just blew us all away – thank you Evelyn and Franz and your team at the Swiss Bakery! Also thanks to Steve Middleton from Molton Brown. Steve donated $500 worth of gift vouchers for cuts and blow waves as spot prizes for the knitters.

Huge thanks also to Wentworth Distributors (Naturally Yarns) for donating the wool for the rugs and for a multitude of spot prizes for the knitters.

Thanks also to Tiffanies Treasures, Trendy Trims, Craftco and Countrywide for contributing crafty goodies to go in the spot prize bags! And lastly thanks to Richard from The Frog in The Barrel for Evelyn from Swiss Bakery donated donating wine to keep us going through the night enough food to feed an army! and for organising the coffee delivery in the early hours of Sunday.

Our knitters came from far and wide. Great support from our local North Shore knitters. Some of our knitters who travelled from places such as Howick, Pakuranga and Dairy Flat have said they intend staying locally next year so that they can have catnaps between knitting sessions. How is that for dedication!

So don't forget the Auction in the Milford Mall – Saturday 21 July at 2pm. If you have something to donate towards the auction, please bring it into the shop.

All donations for this worthy cause is very much needed and appreciated.

Thanks everyone from Linda and Kerry.

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Phone 486-2724 or visit: www.craftyknitwits.co.nz

Some of the items for Auction: Wall hanging, Table runner, Dressing gown, Rug.

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Optometry & Eyewear with Melissa Hay, Visique Milford Optometrists

Our monthly Optometry & Eyewear column is provided by Melissa Hay, the owner of Visique Milford Optometrists. Melissa studied optometry for five years at the Auckland University School of Medicine and completed a Bachelor of Optometry (with Honours). Her qualifications also allow her to test the eyesight of pilots (CCA Accred.) and to write prescriptions (Oc.Cert.Pharm.).

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Are your eyes working for you?

I couldn’t do my job if I couldn’t see; this is something we take for granted everyday. It is always worth imagining what it would be like if you couldn’t see properly, and therefore couldn’t do your job. It’s not a comfortable thought is it?

We all depend on being able to see clearly, whether our work is driving all day, at the computer or in the workshop. Everyone’s vision requires different types of assistance, from dark sunglasses for driving or rugged glasses that are hard wearing in the workshop. I am hard-pressed to think of someone who doesn’t use a computer at work nowadays. There are many ways we can make your computer vision more comfortable, such

as the correct powered lens, anti-reflective coatings or varied-focus lenses. There are so many options.

The only way we really know which option is best for you and your work is by talking to you. I regularly ask people for physical measurements for their working distances – this helps us to get the perfect pair of glasses for them. More recently, people have been bringing in photos of their workstations, often on smartphones.

Technology is changing rapidly and there are many new lenses that can help you work more efficiently and more clearly, so come in and talk to us about what you need.

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Local Government with Schnauer and Co

The immediate need for the

third harbour crossing A caption to a recent photo of the Harbour Bridge in the local newspaper said that it would need replacing in 15 to 20 years. If that were the case (and it isn’t) one wonders how the new crossing can be built in this timeframe, considering the existing bridge was the conclusion of a Royal Commission in 1946, yet wasn’t completely built until 1959 – a period of 13 years.

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), has said that the existing bridge can cope with the forecast increase in heavy traffic on the clip-on lanes for twenty years, when use of those lanes will be restricted to such heavy traffic (buses, trucks etc). The remaining lanes can be used for these purposes, but that creates capacity issues. It is not a case of the existing bridge being rendered useless in twenty years, rather the use of it being severely restricted.

Recent media reports have focused on the cost of the new crossing, and how it is to be paid for. Mayor Brown has suggested one option is tolling the existing bridge. We have already paid for the existing bridge through tolls; and tolling that again for a new crossing seems harsh.

In terms of cost, clearly a toll is required on the new crossing. But perhaps it is also proper that the project includes other uses.

The existing bridge initially had a design that incorporated footpaths on either side, but these were dropped for cost reasons before construction started for ‘austerity' purposes.

That word (‘austerity’) is now part of our vocabulary, and for good reason.

The concept of having footpaths and/or cycleways on the new crossing should not be overlooked. It also provides a good example of paying and doing rather than hoping and waiting.

Just before the 2005 election, cyclists held a meeting at the park under the southern end of the Harbour Bridge. Political parties were arguing strenuously for taxpayer funding for the cycleway on the Harbour Bridge, despite government agencies saying regularly they weren’t going to fund it.

The existing bridge initially had a design that incorporated footpaths on either side, but these were dropped for cost reasons before construction started for ‘austerity' purposes.

One speaker argued that those advocating for cycling and walking over the bridge, as the speaker was, should forget any chance of government funding and focus on a user pays (tolling) system. He was heckled and jeered.

That’s because most people who want something usually expect someone else to pay for it.

Now the proposal for the cycleway (called the Pathway Project) is for it to be privately funded, and then tolled to pay for the funding loan. And it could be done in two years.

If the proponents of the cycleway faced reality back in 2005, and sought the private funding then, it could be finished by now.

We should learn from history. The history of the Harbour Bridge and also the Pathway Project should tell us that all tolling is a must, and it should perhaps remain in place after the new crossing is paid for. People are prepared to pay for decent infrastructure.

These decisions should be made promptly so construction can begin. If it took 13 years for the existing bridge to bear fruit, the seedlings on the new crossing need to be planted now.

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TIGHT LINES & NO LIES: Fishing with Hunts Sports of Milford

Tight Lines & No Lies: Fishing with Hunts Sports of Milford

Our Channel Magazine fishing page is provided by Ian Hunt from Hunts Sports Store – that institution Channel Magazine fishingare page is provided

by Ian Hunts Sports up the hill from MilfordOur on East Coast Road. Hunts big into fishing andHunt also from supply darts and Store – that institution up the from Milford on East Coast Hunts for are all big your into fishing also supplyand darts and accessories. ‘Hunty’ accessories. ‘Hunty’ is ahill colourful character who has Road. the answer fishingand requirements he’s is a colourful character who haspart the answer for allcommunity your fishingsince requirements and he’s sure to have a story or sure to have a story or two as well. Hunts have been of the local 1963. two as well. Hunts have been part of the local community since 1963.

FISHERMAN or GARDENER? Brave are getting their share!

Cameron Lendich pulledfails in to amaze me, and fishers are some of the Kiwi ingenuity never this Bluenose at the “Pins” best. about 26 miles off Doubtless Bay. It was on stocktaker, the boat Craig, mycaught faithful was telling me how he carries a solar “SARGE” skippered by his powered garden light in his rocket launcher as a night light. I have never dad Grant Lendich. The fish heard of that weighed 80 before. pounds and was caught a Ledger withdays are starting to shorten and there is the smell It is a on shame thatrigthe Kahawhai as bait caught in of winter in the air.

But approx. 320 m of water. the great news is the Trevally have arrived – my favourite sashimi. Just remember they have small mouths so down-size your hooks and baits. A 3/0 hook is ample big enough with a small cube bait. They are also very soft in the mouth so show a bit of finesse – don’t rip their heads off as this will result in you pulling the hooks. I also suggest you have the net at the ready.

There have been some nice fish taken off the rocks over the last few weeks. My advice is smaller baits and keep that berley going for the best results. A cheap berley mix is half a 5kg berley bomb to three cups of boiled rice into a bucket. The rice is great as it soaks up the oil of the berley bomb and you don’t end up just feeding the blighters. You can laddle it into the water, but remember to keep it going. Once you stop the fish will stop biting too.

The Firth of Thames around the 40 metre mark has been firing with good catches being the norm. Small boats can also get into the action by setting upWe a good trailthis alongphoto the edge of shallow and fishingeach little or are berley running of the monthreefs compeition unweighted baits down the trail.

It is quite amazing how many big fish will month in Channel Magazine. come in. As stated last month, spending a bit of time getting live or fresh The photo can be anything to do with fishing, – even old ones (black yellowtail can be time well spent as well as adding to your bait arsenal. and white). This is not all about the biggest fish. What we are looking for That’s enough of my fishing secrets for this month!

Aidan Bennett of Benefitz and Those who are brave of heart and don’t feel the cold appearChannel to be Magazine getting their tagged and released share, the only problem is the bite time is so short at the moment this 20kgand plus the Kingyfish in the passage are really fickle on the bite. between Durville As we said last month berley is your best friend and a real must if are going to hit and Stephen Islands the in shore reef’s. But be prepared to wait it out as the fish areatdefinitely the top of not the attacking South off Island over Bay reef the baits aggressively. We have heard of some nice catches coming Castor Easter.

as well as Browns Bay reefs, so no need to go on Gulliver’s travels and wastes gas.

Went all the way to Great Barrier a couple of weeks ago but the wind turned to the south which really limited the areas we could fish but that’s fishing! We came across a few very small schools of kahawhai with nothing under them and no birds working either.

On the softbait front, Challenger off Kawau has been on fire with fish around the 3-5kg mark coming onboard (great table fish).

Spent the weekend getting the squid gear ready just waiting – waiting for the weather to give us a break as now is the time to start chasing these tasty morsels.

Rogers been out a few times over the last couple weeks with reasonable success.

They are not overly large but at least they are there.

So we will better seasoncompetition than last yeareach as the windinwas such a Wehopefully are running this have photoa of the month month Channel pain.Magazine.

If you are going over to the Kaipara for a bit of gurnard fishing I would suggest you photo be anything to dosalted with fibonito shing even oldand ones (black use The flasher rigscan (black magic) with as bait about 5ozand of white). lead. Drop your This is not all about the biggest fish. What we are looking for are interesting rig to the bottom and then lay out some more line so your rig lay’s flat on the bottom. photos that we can publish in Channel Magazine and they will be of real interest Normally an hour either side of high tide is the ticket and look for the drop off just off to people. the edge thetomain onlyFishing an hourvoucher by roadjust to Shelly Beach and a to...

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Toni van Tonder is the energetic lady behind the revival of the Devonport Arts Festival, being held between November 17th and 25th this year. Toni, who lives on the Peninsula with husband Pierre and 16 month-old son Jasper, is originally from Christchurch but now loves calling the North Shore home. Most of her family are close by. She has had an association with the art world through being involved in the annual arts' publication The Kiwi Diary, a popular nationwide art diary.

Since selling out of that business, she has taught locally at Takapuna Grammar (English) before becoming a Mum to Jasper in early 2011.

Channel's Aidan Bennett put her under the Channel Grill in late June.

Toni van Tonder Reviving the Devo Arts Festival AIDAN BENNETT: What made you get involved in reviving the Devonport Arts Festival?

TONI VAN TONDER: I've always held an interest in Kiwi art, literature and music, and since finishing up with The Kiwi Diary and my local teaching job to enjoy being a Mum, I soon grew hungry for a new creative local project. I initially intended to co-ordinate one exhibition, but the more I spoke with key players in the community, the more it became apparent the festival was due a revival.

AB: So what is going to be better about the new Festival?

TVT: The Devonport Arts Festival will run for nine days and during those days there will be a range of events on offer. Art is always subjective, so I'm trying to ensure multiple creative mediums are covered. There will be music, sculpture, knit-graffity, literature based events, discussions, workshops, special exhibitions as well as the first ever North Shore-based Pecha Kucha which is being held at the Victoria Picture Palace and Theatre and will be an incredible event.

AB: Will the Festival be every year if successful this year?

TVT: Clearly that is the intention. The Devonport Peninsula (and beyond) is rife with talent. It would be a shame to let that slip back into hibernation.

AB: Are you getting good support locally?

TVT: Yes, everyone that I've spoken with is on board. Enthusiasm for the festival has been enormous. The Council's Creative Communities Funding scheme has come to the table to help with website design, promotion and other associated costs, but I have to admit, it's a tight budget in keeping with New Zealand's posture of austerity! I'm always on the hunt for wider financial support.

AB: Do you love being a Mum? TVT: Ha! Seems a silly question and if you're a parent you'll know why. Jasper is a heartbreaker. I couldn't bear to return to work this year and miss out on hanging with him.

AB: The Kiwi Diary project must have been an interesting time in your life?

Did you come up with the idea?

TVT: I loved working on The Kiwi Diary. My girlfriend and fellow teacher Annabel Wilson conjured up the idea when we worked in Nelson together. She's one of

those wonderful people who have ideas and just do them. I try to follow her lead.

Along with another friend Freda (who now fully operates the diary biz) we grew the small publication from an annual print run of 300 to 3000 and have been featured in a range of magazines both here and in the UK. I met so many talented New Zealand artists and writers who all were so willing to contribute to the publication and be a part of our growth. I felt a bit empty when I gave it up, but I had a tricky pregnancy and Jasper came seven weeks early, so it was the right thing to do. The Festival has been a great sanity saver and it feels good being part of that creative community again.

AB: What do you love about life on the Shore?

TVT: Living so close to beautiful beaches. Cheltenham, Narrowneck, Takapuna beach. Jasper and I spend most of our days digging in the sand. It feels good. Also the schools are great. Takapuna Grammar was a wonderful school to teach at and the students that came through from the local primary schools were some of the most knowledge-hungry and conscientious young people I've ever taught. When I met their parents I could see why. I can't see Pierre or myself raising our children anywhere else.

AB: When do people need to get their wallets out to start supporting the 2012 Devonport Arts Festival?

TVT: As soon as they're willing! As I mentioned, I am on the hunt for financial support, but generally everything else is under control. I'm operating on a shoestring budget, but to be honest, the best currency is good will and a willingness to participate. So it's fair to say I'm flush.

AB: What will the measure of success be for the 2012 Festival?

TVT: The measure of success will be having the Devonport Peninsula recognised as a veritable urban arts' village. Behind every door something creative dwells. It would be lovely to celebrate that year after year.

Devonport Arts Festival, November 17th - 25th.

Follow developments by 'Liking' what they're doing on Facebook: www.facebook.com/devonportartsfest

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Wine & Food with Liz Wheadon

Our monthly Channel Wine & Food columnist is Liz Wheadon, General Manager of Glengarry Wines. Liz is also a passionate foodie. Weekends are often spent first planning the event and then entertaining friends and family with magnificent food and wine experiences.

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encased, than a sausage. These are very rich, but perfect with the spicy reds of the Rhône Valley.

Bordeaux is home of Cabernet, Merlot and some of the greatest wines in the World. There’s many different classifications and appellations in Bordeaux, add to it the variation of vintage (very important in Bordeaux) and choosing a good Bordeaux can be a challenge. In exceptional years like 2009 the second wines of the top wines over deliver value. Bordeaux wines are perfect with beef and grilled meats – a good Bordeaux would be perfect with the Braised Beef Cheek.

Moving North is the beautiful Loire Valley. Home to Sancerre – made from Sauvignon Blanc, and Vouvray - made from Chenin Blanc. Both are a perfect match with goats cheese, Sauvignon better with younger goats cheeses and Chenin with aged goats cheese. Two of my favourites are Chabichou du Poitou and Crottin de Chavignol. Chabichou du Poitou is a goats cheese, shaped into small pyramids, made in the area of Poitou in the Loire valley. Crottin de Chavignol has been produced since the 16th century in the village of Chavignol near Sancerre. Chabichou du Poitou are available from Dida’s Victoria Park, Dida’s Food Store Jervois Road and Dida’s Food Store Takapuna.

During July, all Glengarry and Dida’s stores are celebrating everything French.

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July is of course the month of the National French celebration for Bastille Day and the Tour de France. Each region of France has its own style of wine and to match a unique dish. Here’s my Tour de France ala Gourmet.

This Tour starts in Champagne, home to the sparkling wine of the same name.

Sparkling wine that’s not made in Champagne can’t be called Champagne. My favourite styles include Charles Heidsieck and Pol Roger, both richer styles of Champagne. A nice and typical match in the area is Agneau a la champenoise, lamb shoulder stuffed with tomatoes. Champagne is also a great match with cheese. I like Brie de Meaux – one of the Kings of Cheeses. Brie de Meaux comes from an area that is about 50km East of Paris and is traditionally made from unpasteurised cheese. The pasteurised version is imported into New Zealand and is stocked at Dida’s.

Moving next to the Alsace region, close to the German border, food and wine here takes on a distinctive German taste with French style. The main styles of wine in Alsace are the aromatic varieties, Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer.

The classic dish of Alsace is Choucroute, a mixture of various parts of pork served with fermented cabbage. One of my favourites is Tarte Flambee, a very thin pastry that is prepared with cream, bacon and onions, sort of like a very thin pizza.

Burgundy, South and inland from Alsace is home to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Snails are very popular in this region of France, more to my taste is Boeuf Bourguignon - a rich red wine beef stew, perfect with a well structured Burgundy.

Something like Domaine de Bellene Bourgogne Rouge.

The tour continues moving South to the Rhône Valley. Wines in the North of this region are made from Syrah, the South from Grenache. Great value wines from the Rhône Valley are Cote du Rhône’s - a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mouvedre, in varying blends. A producer to watch out for is Le Vins de Vienne – a co operative of top Rhône producers making outstanding red wines. One of my favourite foods in this area is the sausages found around Lyon, more like a rich spicy meat

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Bordeaux Bordeaux is the aristocratic region in Southern France that is arguably the centre for great wines of the world. At first glance it can appear somewhat confusing, so let’s start with a few key tips that’ll make you into an expert in no time at all.

There are five red varieties in Bordeaux; Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec. Bordeaux white wines are made from Sauvignon and Semillon and unlike most New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc are aged in oak. The sweet wines from Bordeaux are made from the same grape varieties as the white wines and are some of the finest sweet wines in the world.

The region is divided into two parts, the left side of the river and North of the centre of the city and the right side, beside and South of the city. Wines made on the left bank are usually predominately

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Name: Kate McFadden Home: Takapuna Bus: 822 Occupation/Title: Marketing Manager Twitter: @KeMcFad Fun fact: Keep an eye out for my cat Eliott who loves to say hi to passerby’s on Thorne Bay beach!

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Kate McFadden: I get to snigger at the heavy traffic on Esmonde Road as we whizz past!

CM: Favourite thing about taking the bus?

KM: Apart from the sniggering? The bus drivers. There is one that sings a song about travelling home, another one that makes jokes when the HOP card machine says check your balance … “you better check how you’re standing!” Ah, it’s the simple things that make me smile first thing in the morning.

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KM: The beaches. I love that you don’t have to travel far for a swim in s summer or to watch the howling sea in winter.

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Cabernet based and those on the right bank Merlot based. Whilst the labels don’t show you the varieties, on the right bank (the Merlot side) there are only two villages, St Emilion and Pomerol, making everything else on the left bank and Cabernet based. Some of the well known villages on the left bank side include Margaux, St Estephe and Pauillac.

So now you know the varieties, the banks and the villages, next step is the vintages.

The top producers make outstanding wines year in, year out; in great vintages they require a good part of your lifetime in the cellar whilst the tougher vintages are usually earlier drinking. We are pleased with wines from outstanding vintages starting to arrive on our shelves, 2009 was called unanimously in the trade the Greatest Vintage ever!

Now that’s a big call, the wines fortunately have no difficulty pulling themselves up to these great heights and deliver from top to entry level. In fact the entry level wines in a vintage like 2009 are some of the best value wines on the market.

Mid month, Glengarry Takapuna store manager Danielle is going to be running a Wine Club tasting of Bordeaux from the 2009 vintage, it’ll be an excellent opportunity to get along and try some wonderful Merlot and Cabernet based wines from this superb vintage.

CM: How many "bus buddies" do you have? And, what is the most interesting conversation you have had on the bus?

KM: I really only have one “bus buddy” who I talk to each day, then there are the regulars that I see every day and give a recognizing smile to. While waiting for the 822, I met my favourite bus passenger –Santa! A lovely guy who was catching the bus to Smith & Caughey's to spend the day as Santa’s stand in for all the Auckland kids. Cute!

CM: You are getting married soon – congrats! Where are you getting married?

KM: Rarotonga. I can’t think of a better place at this time of the year to have our closest friends and family watch us tie the knot!

CM: Besides going away to get married and have a honeymoon, how do you stay warm in the winter months on the Shore?

KM: Normally I’d be watching a movie at Berkeley Cinemas with a large glass of red wine or trying out different local restaurants, but with a wedding approaching, it’s DVDs on the couch with my fiancée and our cat.

CM: What’s your favourite exercise/fitness activity at the moment?

KM: I am really into Body Combat at Les Mills at the moment, an awesome high energy class that gives you a great kick! (ha!)

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KM: Musashi in Milford is hard to beat! Delicious Japanese food. and its BYO! CM: What’s your favourite mobile app?

KM: Probably the Maxx app, it helps me not to miss the bus too often! But I’m starting to get into the Countdown app; you can scan items in your cupboard, and it will save it to a shopping list, genius!

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Destination Devonport News, Views, and Information from the Village by the Sea – Devonport.

By Eddie de Heer. President – Devonport Business Association.

Hello and welcome to this month’s account of what has been happening in the wonderful village of Devonport.

Devonport – Urban Arts Village Devonport is a veritable El Dorado of the arts. With its galleries, writers’ centre, theatre, recording studio, band rehearsal spaces and book shops all squeezed into a geographical blip at the bottom of the North Shore, Devonport has arguably more arts facilities per capita than any other community in the region.

The arts have always been well represented in Devonport. From the 30’s to the present Devonport has been the home of significant literary figures such as A.R.D Fairburn, Kevin Ireland, Sara Campion and Dame Anne Salmond. Its artistic identity continued to gain prominence in the 70’s and 80’s largely as a result of the Works, a cooperative begun and run by local potters, glass blowers, kite makers and other creative visionaries. The Works was situated opposite another of Devonport’s local hubs supporting emerging local bands, the Masonic Tavern, and was home to a branch of the Auckland Film Society, as well as the Stone Oven, which began its popular bread-making enterprise in the same building. It now houses Art by the Sea, another well-established centre maintaining the arts lineage on this creative corner.

Devonport’s artistic heritage and its preponderance of artists, arts centres and literary treasuries continue to be represented today in a rich variety of facilities and projects, many of them unique in NZ; the Michael King Writers’ Centre, housing established resident NZ writers, shares Mt Victoria with the Bunker, NZ’s oldest folk music club, and the Kerr St Artspace, soon to begin life as the Museum of the Vernacular. The erstwhile Victoria Theatre has partially returned to its early incarnation as a cinema, the oldest in the Southern Hemisphere, and in Clarence St the Depot Artspace is a vibrant creative community of the visual arts, music, film, and cultural map making. The Navy Museum occupies a prime harbour side spot at the nape of Torpedo Bay and a diversity of independently owned galleries enliven much of Devonport’s waterfront promenade; Lode Jewellery, Art By the Sea, Art of this World and the eponymous Peter Raos Glass Gallery, one of The Works’ founding occupants, offer a feast of original art and design.

Devonport’s Paradox and Evergreen bookshops, offering a feast of new and pre-digested books, are a book ferreter’s paradise and share Victoria Road with

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Flagstaff Gallery and Newton Andrews Antique Prints along with some stunning eco-friendly and NZ-made art and craft stores.

For further information about Devonport’s rich heritage and arts scenes visit www.urbandartsvillage.co.nz where you will find descriptive walking maps that allow you to explore the arts at your own pace.

Annual General Meeting with the WOW factor I don’t know about you but for me Annual General Meetings tend to put me to sleep, so this year when the Devonport Business Association’s AGM came around, it was time to do something different. We came to the conclusion that the best way to encourage people to come on time and to stay until the end was to have two excellent and engaging speakers as ‘book ends’ to the meeting.

So it was that Maggie Barry – MP for North Shore was our first guest speaker of the evening. Maggie is wonderfully relaxed in front of a crowd and she kept us well informed on the challenges she has faced in the first 6 months of her new job.

Our closing speaker had the audience enthralled by his enthusiasm and articulate presentation. Ludo Campbell–Reid is Auckland Council’s first ever Design Champion and Manager of the Environmental Strategy & Policy Department, Auckland Council’s Centre of Environmental Excellence. Ludo comes to the job with a very impressive CV with many international posts including Chief Executive of Urban Design London. Ludo was a very engaging speaker with a big vision for Auckland city and Devonport. “Parnell, Ponsonby and Newmarket all have relationships with the city. We’ve brought Devonport into the city centre and Takapuna is the Newmarket of the north.” Mr Campbell – Reid said.

We will be inviting Ludo and some of his key team back to discuss the Council’s vision for Devonport as the newest City Fringe Village. With Ludo at the helm I believe we are in very good hands as we look to the future. It appears that Auckland finally has a plan and a city with a plan can really go places – perhaps we will become the world’s most livable city after all.

Have a great month.

Eddie de Heer. President – Devonport Business Association

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By Maria Teape - Devonport Community Coordinator, Devonport Peninsula Trust With the school holidays taking up the first two weeks of July, there will no doubt be many of you looking for extra activities happening around the Peninsula this month.

The Devonport Community House has a great holiday programme organised, with a line up of events guaranteed to keep the kids pe.

Maria Tea entertained! The programme (for kids aged 5-13 years) runs daily from Monday 3rd July to Friday 13th July, 8.30 to 5pm.

Highlights include a magic show with Cornflake the Clown, trips out including the movies and Big Ups in Mt Roskill where children can race up the crazy ladder, tackle a giant sumo and race around in a zorb. There will also be Zumba class, World Cup Soccer Day, Boot Camp with Hannah from the Chopper Challenge Programme, Italian Restaurant Day, Balloon Party Day and many other great activities the kids will love.

In addition to the holiday programme, Devonport Community House is also running a photography workshop for children on Thursday and/or Friday 12/13th July 11-2pm. Ideal for 7-13 year olds, the workshop will be run by Devonport Photographer Katja Bigalk, ahead of the Children's Photography Exhibition at the Community House. Children will discover what makes a good photo, learn about their camera and take photos out and about in Devonport. Cost is $30 per day or $50 for both days. For more information about the holiday programme and the photography course, you can contact Rebecca McMillan on phone: 445 3068.

On Thursday 5th July from 5pm, the monthly meeting of Youthink.Devo, Devonport’s Youth Forum, is being held at Devonport Community House. The group meet to plan youth events, support youth initiatives and just hang out - new members are welcome.

Contact Maria on phone: 445 9533 for more information.

Throughout the holidays Devonport Library will be running an artist quiz hunt with the winner drawn at 11am on Friday 13th July.

They also have a fun array of craft activities for children during both weeks; events during week one will happen on Monday, Tuesday and Friday starting at 10am and during week two, events will be on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday – starting at 10am with the exception of Wednesday 11th, where events start at 10:30am.

Staying on the craft theme, the Navy Museum also has a great craft activity programme planned. Running from 30th June to 15th July, the programme will be on four times a day, with each session lasting 45 minutes. For $5 per person, you will be issued with your own ‘kit bag’ to decorate as you wish using fabric pastels.

Another essential school holiday activity is catching the latest kids flick. Victoria Picture Palace will be screening Ice Age 4 where the adventures of Scrat, Sid, Diego and Manny continue.

That’s just a snap shot of all there is to see and do in your local patch during the school holidays. Enjoy and I will catch you again in August. - Maria For more info or to sign up for the Devonport Peninsula eNEWS, please contact dportcomm@xtra.co.nz or call 445 9533

Diane Hurford is director of Brolly Sheets, the protective bed sheet business she started up from her home in Vauxhall Road, Devonport, and has developed into one of New Zealand’s fastest growing companies.

Now based in offices in central Devonport with five staff, the company was placed at number 24 in the Deloittes Fast 50 Awards last year and is in the running for this year’s Emerging Exporter of the Year.

Diane is also mother of two children Mia, 10, and Lewis, 8. She told Heather Vermeer why she loves the Shore.

Why I Love the Shore with Diane Hurford How long have you lived on the Shore? We moved to Devonport nine years ago and have loved living here ever since. Glenn and I have both lived in London, Washington DC and Sydney but nothing beats Devonport for lifestyle, community and easy access to the CBD. This is where we have grown our family and our business.

What's your favourite North Shore beach and why? My favourite beach is Cheltenham because it is close enough to walk to in bare feet. At high tide the swimming is fabulous, at low tide there are always starfish, shells and drift wood to find. Whether it is going for a run along with the dog in the morning or walking with the kids after school – it changes its face every time you visit.

What does your Saturday morning, North Shore-style consist of? As it is winter, both kids are playing soccer. When they both have home games, we are up at Bayswater Park which is a great social time to catch up with other Shore parents and watch some great footy.

Every second weekend we have to travel away and so Glenn and I head off in totally different directions with a child each. We can travel from Te Atatu South to Orewa, so those games really do take the whole morning. If there are no sports on – it’s normally a lazy morning with the Herald and good coffee.

What's your favourite North Shore restaurant, why? Monsoon in Devonport. My daughter is allergic to nuts so we never eat Thai food at home. Whenever I go out I like to eat Thai and get my fill of Pad Thai and peanut satay. For more casual lighter meals you can’t beat Corelli’s. Great coffee, fab service and their salmon salad and tomato / feta soup is just outstanding.

Where do you like to go to relax on the Shore? I am a bit of a book nut – so I really love the libraries here on the Shore. Devonport is handy, Takapuna has a great range and Birkenhead has fabulous views and a modern feel. Then if I can, I head to the beach, book in hand. If I can’t get to the beach I can grab 15 minutes in a hammock chair at home.

What's the Shore's best-kept secret? The Devonport Museum is fabulous and a shame more people don’t know about it. It is definitely worth a look. It is only open on the weekend – but has a whole lot of history and interesting stories about the Shore. It really shows what life was like in the borough’s early days.

Have you ever found anywhere else that reminds you of the Shore? In Sydney we used to live in Castle Crag which was also just over the bridge and a great little community. It had fabulous cafes and a French bakery that had queues out the door and down the street on a Saturday and Sunday morning. We have lived in many cities around the world and Castle Crag comes the closest.

What is the one thing you love the most about the North Shore? Devonport. I love living here, working here and bringing up our children here. In less than 15 minutes I can walk to the village, the beach or the ferry. I can walk the dog to work, then jump over to the CBD for a quick meeting. We are very lucky that we have an online business that we can operate from anywhere – so we don’t have to travel out of the area very often. My view out of the window at work is of the cafes in Victoria Road and at lunch time I can walk down to the parade and watch the boats.

I have two cousins in the Navy who are regular visitors and I enjoy seeing naval personal around the village. The Navy is a great neighbour to have. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.

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Cauldron Craft spiritual supply shop opened 18 months ago in The Arcade on Victoria Rd in Devonport. Owner Lily Watson reopened the shop Cauldron Craft after spending six years back in the corporate world and has been welcomed back by customers who still remember her previous shop in the village.

This time, Lily’s sister Jane Watson is also in the team and, working together, they weave their love and magic by providing a spiritual haven for all who visit the shop to browse, talk, and often take advice on how to cleanse, bless, or connect with their environment.

With a myriad of beautiful crystals, candles, herbs, oils and potions, incenses, books, pictures, meditation CDs, ornaments, jewellery, and clothing, Lily and Jane provide all manner of spiritual supplies, for people of all walks of life and faith.

They are pleased to have a loyal and eclectic group of customers who regularly frequent the store, these include healers, shamans, druids, witches, and those interested in bringing some of the magic of the old ways and religions back into their lives.

Lily said: “We believe all paths lead to the Divine and so all are welcome. We always look forward to meeting the many interesting people who are drawn in by the beautiful smells emitting from the shop.”

Lily has worked clairvoyantly for over 20 years and provides psychic tarot readings to customers by appointment. Originally taught by spiritualist mediums how to refine and develop her gift, Lily has always sought to use her gift to provide help to those who seek it. This includes providing guidance in life, relationships, business, bereavement, and personal development. She has a regular clientele, and enjoys fulfilling her passion and providing this specialist service.

Lily and Jane are sixth generation Devonport dwellers who feel their ancestral roots are very much a part of the village where they both live and work.

“We often talk to people whose families have lived here for generations.

There’s something special about the peninsular we know and love, and people are often drawn back here at some point in their lives to ‘come home’ to the mountains and the sea they grew up with,” said Lily, whose own beliefs are very much rooted in nature.

Cauldron Craft, The Arcade, 13 Victoria Road, Devonport.

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The bonds of friendship that were forged in those dark days of the war survive today. The exhibition honours the service of the US Marine Corps to ensuring our country survived.

It’s school holiday time again!

The kit bag is a time honoured tradition in the military. Sailors would head to sea, not knowing what lay ahead of them, with their possessions packed down into a kit bag.

Come to the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum and be issued your own “kit bag” to decorate as you wish.

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Exploring the Shore with Kellie Larson

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Selva Training I have been meaning to take a more rigorous boxing course for ages. The fitness that I do twice a week in the mornings has a wee bit of boxing incorporated into it – which I like, but I have never felt like I have done a proper boxing class before.

So I went to my trainer, Selva Thankamani, for some options and decided to try his evening boxing class, and it is with sore arms and great enthusiasm, that I describe this invigorating class.

The class was held at Les Mills Takapuna (for non-members you simply pay $5 to get in), and I arrived to find a room of about 20 people wrapping their wrists and chatting. Selva, and his invaluable assistant Christy who also takes the class, took my details and paired me up with someone who had a similar fitness level and boxing knowledge. Having someone to talk to, that was at my level definitely eased me into the class, as there were a few people there who looked like professionals.

The class began with a 10 minute warm-up – press-ups, squats, dead lifts, medicine ball passes and core work. Selva ran about the room with incredible energy encouraging us and pushing us. It’s amazing how a little sweat and core work makes everyone a bit more vocal – “Selva, I think it’s been 10 minutes!” – and at ease.

And then the boxing began.

I already had a bit of boxing experience, so the motions were fairly familiar.

We started with basics one at a time - punches, hooks and uppercuts. Simple, but focused. Then we progressed to more complicated sequences. Each time we did something new, we paired with a new partner. This was probably my favourite part of the class – it almost felt like speed dating. With each partner you had introductions, casual conversation and tips or pointers on how to do

the sequence better, and with each partner my skill level increased. There was very little time to think about the pain, as I was constantly on the move doing something new. And, throughout, I felt completely comfortable, as it felt like I was being personally coached – by both my boxing partner and Selva.

I walked away after a great workout with the feeling that even after one session I had improved my techniques. With Selva showing me not only the correct form, but the boxing logic behind it, the activity became more real and the movements became more natural. My punches felt more powerful, and I felt like more of a boxer.

And, while this session was 100% about fitness, it didn’t make me think about the fact that I was doing fitness – there was simply too much going on to do so. Instead, I felt a sense of challenge and accomplishment.

If you are looking to add something new to your fitness routine – give boxing a try. It’s a high energy experience and will give you great satisfaction.

Free!

Channel Magazine readers… mention this article in the month of July and receive your first boxing class free, so give it a try!

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Business Name: Selva Training (ST Promotions) Location: Various locations on the North Shore – boxing is held at Les Mills Takapuna Details: 1-hour boxing-fit and boxing technique classes Prices: $15 per class or $75 per month for a 1-hour class held every Monday and Wednesday Times: 6:30pm - Monday and Wednesday Website: www.getfitfast.co.nz Contacts: 021 735 820 or info@getfitfast.co.nz Selva has a particular passion for teaching boxing and kickboxing, whether for fitness or competition, and as he has studied many disciplines of personal and sports training, this knowledge brings diversity to his training – keeping it ever challenging and never boring.

Interested in other training opportunities? Check out www.getfitfast.co.nz for personal training, group training and corporate training options.

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Business In The Community: BNZ

Up to 4,000 BNZ staff joined forces with teams of volunteers from the public to help out on positive community projects throughout the country.

BNZ 'Closed for Good' – Community work day a big hit On May 8th, all BNZ staff in New Zealand took part in a community initiative called Closed For Good. All BNZ stores and most support offices throughout the country closed for the entire day, and the bank's staff went out into the community to help with a whole range of projects.

These were projects for community groups, sports clubs, schools, individuals, not-for-profit organisations or similar groups.

This is the third time BNZ has had its Closed For Good day. In 2009 and 2011 they helped out on more than 900 projects and they decided to take on that challenge once again in 2012, but with a twist – they invited members of the public to help out too. Up to 4,000 BNZ staff joined forces with teams of volunteers from the public to help out on positive community projects throughout the country.

What a fantastic initiative this proved to be. On the North Shore BNZ Partners and BNZ Retail staff helped the following community and not-for-profit organisations:- Cleaning Red Beach Surf Club; Glenfield Kindergarten painting and maintenance; Wilson Home, cleaning, gardening; Mairangi Bay Kindergarten, painting rooms and gardening; Milford Church, maintenance of gardens; Epsom Grammar, Gardening; Cleaning a public stream in New Lynn and planting native trees; Eden Gardens, Gardening; Painting Orewa Tennis Club; Covered French reader books for FRENZ school; Sorted costumes at Centre Stage in Orewa; Gardening in Takapuna; Stripped wallpaper at the Whangaparaoa Netball Courts; Painted, cleaned kitchen,chairs, carpets etc at the Raiders Rugby Club in Whangaparaoa; Worked at De Paul House, Northcote.

At Takapuna Primary School, BNZ staff were welcomed with a waiata by the students, then spent the day cleaning a kitchen and attacking a hugely overgrown garden full of agapanthus which filled an entire rubbish skip.

Takapuna Kindergarten also got BNZ's support where they needed gardening, tree trimming, painting kids chairs and tables and shoveling a huge pile of wood bark and a huge pile of sand into the play area.

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The Puhoi Playgroup has a sparkly clean class-room after the BNZ Closed For Good efforts where the team cleaned, scrubbed, mopped and disinfected everything.

BNZ also helped out at an organic farm in Devonport, cleaned and painted the Takapuna Youth Centre (three skips of rubbish!) and also cleaned old aeroplanes and the hangar at the Dairy Flat Aero Club.

This is some of the feedback that the BNZ received...

We were very much appreciative of the efforts put in by the BNZ team. We would like to do thank yous to those staff so you could please advise the names of the branches they came from.

– Raiders League Club Just a big thank you with a few photos of the day as well as a thank you letter. The Team were awesome and I have been raving about it to everyone so thank you once again.

– Deon Boonzaier, Property Manager, Takapuna Primary School I can’t tell you how delighted the staff are with the results of the working bee. Our place looks just fantastic. We would like to thank all of the people who took part so I wonder if you would be kind enough to send their names to me. It felt to me like everyone got something special out of the day (apart from sore muscles that is!) and I hope they learned a little more about the challenges our students with disabilities face. And special thanks to you for super organising!

– Jan Kennington, Principal, Wilson School We are really appreciative of BNZ's support. With so many of our families feeling stressed it was very valuable not to have to fundraise for it. With some great teamwork the fence was painted before it rained and looks fresh and tidy. The round table, the bbq tables, notice boards and beams were also painted and make the environment look so much brighter.

Thanks again for you generosity.

– Dot, Charlotte, April and Georgie, Glenfield Kindergarten.

Rotary on the Shore

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Takapuna Rotary members and BNZ Staffers helping Wilson School knock its gardens back in to shape during the BNZ “Closed for Good” Day.

Lend a hand with Rotary’s help There are some really good people in North Shore. People who want to help other people. But they have a couple of problems that hold them back. The biggest is time. The second issue is that they don’t know where and how to go about lending a helping hand.

Rotary is reinventing itself to provide the solutions – and to deliver help for another 100 years.

Across North Shore different Rotary clubs are trying different things.

Takapuna Rotary, for example, is running one of 200 worldwide trials to find innovative ways for Rotary to successfully work and attract new men and women from many different cultures.

One of its recent guest speakers, Adrian Orr the CEO of the NZ Super Fund, revealed when he delivered his first Rotary speech many years ago he sat on a stage at the top table, under a photo of a young Queen Elizabeth, everyone sang the national anthem and they all ate meat and three veg. It is a format that Rotary used for years.

But when Mr Orr spoke last month he was hosted at Jerry Clayton BMW in Lake Road and Takapuna Rotarians and guests mixed and mingled cocktail party style before he spoke and answered questions in a relaxed atmosphere.

Takapuna’s meetings are no longer the same format every week. And people joining don’t have to turn up to every meeting. They just need to be available when there’s work to be done.

One of the most recent jobs that needed doing was helping Wilson School knock its gardens back in to shape. It was a day job and lots of members work, so a bit of lateral thinking saw the club ask to become part of the BNZ “Closed for Good” Day on May 8. BNZ Takapuna has been good to Takapuna Rotary, hosting a function at its branch on Lake Rd and also getting behind the Takapuna Beach Night Markets that Rotary helped organise during the Rugby World Cup. It’s called team tagging for the benefit of the community.

The BNZers and a hardy bunch of Rotarians, who were able to get the day off too, sorted the school’s gardens out over a few hours. But they weren’t finished...after a quick rest the Rotarians turned up to Paper Plus in Takapuna to support fellow member Evan Andrew during the launch of his latest novel.

That was the club’s meeting for the week...

This new approach is gaining a bit of momentum. Four new members joined the club in the past two months and a couple of people in their 30s are looking for others so they can all join together.

There are some more projects coming – some in Takapuna and some overseas.

Over the years Rotary has gained the respect of governments, international aid agencies like the UN and WHO and, locally, NZ AID as an organisation that can be trusted to get donated money to where it is supposed to go without clipping the ticket or seeing it lost through corruption. Rotarians pay out their own pocket for Rotary’s organisational costs.

So, join Rotary. You can help people through one of the oldest and respected service clubs in the world.

Contact: Felicity Anderson, President of Takapuna Rotary, Email: felicity@triocommunications.co.nz

Our CHANNEL Building and Home Maintenance column is contributed on a monthly basis by Alex Coburn QPC Builders. Alex and his team are refreshingly energetic and passionate North Shore builders dedicated to delivering the highest quality work that sets them apart. In this column he covers maintenance on aluminium joinery. www.qpcbuilders.co.nz

Aluminum Joinery Maintenance Aluminum joinery is often overlooked when it comes to home maintenance.

Over time the drainage holes at the bottom of your windows and doors fill up with grit and dirt and get blocked. Sometimes this can be the sawdust from the time the house was built. This causes water to back up and pool in the bottom channel of the joinery. This can become an issue that leads to bigger problems to the surrounding framing. This is a very common issue that I see and there is an easy fix.

I recommend once a year cleaning the tracks out on your sliders or bifold doors with a vacuum cleaner and using a knitting needle or chopstick or something similar to push through the drain hole to clean them out so that water drains through them freely. I like to test this by pouring water slowly into the tracks and watch for it running out of the drain holes at the sill.

Aluminum joinery is designed to let water drain out of the sills as it comes into the unit.

The accompanying photos show the drain holes in some joinery.

Feel free to give me a call with any question you may have, Alex Coburn, on 0275362494 or check-out our website www.qpcbuilders.co.nz

Carters... helping North Shore builders source affordable high quality materials.

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North Shore YMCA: News

North Shore YMCA – A great place for the Kids

WHAT'S ON

YMCA provides fantastic Holiday Programme The YMCA provides an exciting range of programmes for preschoolers, school children and teens.

This includes gymnastics, dance, basketball, holiday programmes, birthday parties and after school care. During the July school holidays, YMCA is providing a fantastic holiday programme. So if you have to work but want the kids to do something fun these school holidays, the YMCA North Shore is the place for the Y-Kids Holiday Programme.

It can be challenging to ensure that your kids stay entertained throughout the holidays. The YMCA is here to help by keeping your kids busy with a range of inclusive and stimulating activities and experiences for children of different ages, abilities, sexes and cultural backgrounds.

This programme is full of fun trips and activities, all ages and abilities are catered for in three programmes; 5-7 years, 8-10 years and 11-15 years. There is also the NEW gymnastics holiday programme running in the second week for those 5-12 year old budding Gymnasts.

From daytrips around the city to arts and crafts projects, from sports competitions and outdoor games to week long holiday camps, the YMCA have it covered! Their day programmes operate Monday to Friday from 17 locations around Auckland and Hamilton. Holiday camps run from four to six days in length at one of our three picturesque camps located around the Auckland region and offer your child the chance to experience independence, self-reliance and an opportunity to make great friends.

The YMCA holiday programme and camp options offer great value for money and their kind and responsible staff are well trained to ensure that the very best care is provided for your child.

Term 3 2012

(Starts Mon 16 July 2012) • Y-Preschool Gymnastics 2-3 Year Olds • Y-Preschool Gymnastics 3-5 Year Olds • Y-Gymnastics 5-7 Year Olds • Y-Homeschool Gymnastics 4-10 Year Olds • Y-Dance

There is a Place...

where you can be yourself and feel comfortable working out in a fun and friendly environment...

...where your kids can do some really cool activities

That Place - Your Local YMCA

Fitness Centre • Group Exercise Classes • Squash Courts • Holiday Programmes • Basketball • Gymnastics • Indoor Soccer • Sports Leagues • Kids’ Birthday Parties & more!

Ph 09 480 7099

YMCA North Shore

www.ymcaauckland.org.nz

YMCA is the perfect place for your child’s birthday party Play sports, choose your games, even theme your party. YMCA staff will organise all the fun and games. Let them know and they will do their best to accommodate. Most parties are based on some free play with YMCA equipment and some organised games.

As part of the booking YMCA will provide a lounge/kitchen area for your guests to share in the party food and birthday cake. All you need to organise is the catering for your party.

Whether 3 or 13 years old – let the YMCA team help you make the special day for your young one a time to remember!

YMCA teaches gymnastics, agility and movement skills The Y-Gymnastics Awards Programme acknowledges the progression your child makes as they develop their skills. Starting with their skill cards at four years of age they progress to our more advanced levels from six years onward where ribbons and medals are awarded.

The Advanced Award Scheme requires demonstration of gymnastic skills and conditioning in a friendly, non threatening testing arena.

For all levels of the Awards Programme progression to the next level is acknowledged by certificate. In conjunction with Skills Active, the Industry Training Organisation for sports, fitness and recreation, YMCA has developed a training programme for gymnastics instructors.This training programme is the minimum requirement for all of our staff.

Y-Dance These exciting classes let your child explore the wonderful world of dance. Preschool classes introduce the young ones to dance and rhythmical movement. Fun songs and props add to their enjoyment.

Children are encouraged to experiment with movement in small classes that aid individual development.

As your child progresses to the older classes they will experience more of the dance styles of the youth eg. Hip Hop, Funk, Jazz and Modern Dance. Classes cover basic dance and movement skills culminating in a choreographed dance.

The dance teachers are passionate about music and movement. They are committed to ensuring your child has a fun time at the classes and that they have some progression at their own pace. These are not high pressured classes.

Quite often there is an end of year display so the children get the opportunity to perform to family and friends. This is always a fabulous event.

YMCA North Shore – 5 Akoranga Drive, Northcote. Phone 4807099. Visit: www.nzymca.com

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Channel Pets with DogHQ

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

Cat Hero, Tiger Warming Winter Pet Stories There are so many amazing stories depicting pets saving their owners in life-threatening situations they are sometimes impossible to believe.

However, even if you consider many to be stretched truths... there are many proven instances of animals performing seemingly impossible tasks to save the lives of humans. So here are a couple to warm your heart this winter.

Toby, Canine Hero Debbie 49, almost always peels apples before she eats them, a habit instilled by her father, who removed the skins for her as a child. But one afternoon in March 2007, the jewellery maker munched a piece of fruit without peeling it and felt a piece become lodged in her throat.

Alone at her home she fought rising panic as she struggled to cough up the piece of fruit. She leaned over a chair to put pressure on her chest, trying to simulate a Heimlich maneuver, and she pounded her sternum with her fist.

Nothing worked. “I was crying from the choking feeling,” she says, “and felt I was about to pass out. I thought I might die.”

But then her young golden retriever jumped up against her and pushed her over, she says. “He never jumped on me like that before. My thought was, ‘Toby, this isn’t a good time to play.’ ” She fell to the floor, and Toby pounced on her chest—and she felt the fruit come unstuck. “I could just see this blond, fuzzy face on top of me,” she says. “He started licking my face.” She wholeheartedly credits her dog with saving her life. Meanwhile, Fred, her basset hound, sat staring out a glass door, oblivious to the crisis.

Parkhurst thinks Toby’s sensitivity to her plight can be explained by the particularly strong bond the two developed after she adopted him from a rescue group as a 3-week-old puppy, when he still needed her to bottle-feed him.

When an old lady’s son gave her a kitten for company several years prior, the independent woman became very protective of her. Little did she know that one day their roles would be reversed.

She was pulling dandelions in her garden one sunny afternoon when she was suddenly surrounded by four growling pit bulls. Clutching her spade, she tried talking to them and shooing them away as they circled her, to no avail.

One of the dogs lunged, biting her on the arm. She hit him on the head with her spade, and he backed off, but a second dog advanced. “I’ve never been so scared,” she stated. “I was shaking!”

Suddenly, little Tiger came out of nowhere. “She flew through the air and shot past me like a bolt of lightning,” she recalls. “She just jumped right into the middle of them, then ran for the garage.” The dogs took off after Tiger, giving the owner a window of opportunity to run to safety inside her house. Eventually the dogs left her yard, and Tiger came out of hiding.

The bite required a tetanus shot, and Tiger, who took a swipe to the nose, needed a little patching up. The dogs were quarantined. The woman credits Tiger with saving her life. “She’s such a scaredy-cat usually,” she says. “I don’t know what came over my angel that day.

She got a lot of love that night!”

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Indie’s Insights Sorry to those of you who noticed I was not very insightful last month! I have made up for it this month with this absolute gem… bag every doggie do!

I am constantly amazed and troubled by the amount of dog doings one still comes across around the streets.

If all dogs on public property must be under full control of a human and by law all dog poop must be picked up by the same, surely there should be none on our streets!

5 Goldfield, Wairau Valley. Phone: 442 2365

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Accountancy Beyond The Numbers with Hayes Knight

Matthew Bellingham.

Matthew Bellingham is a Director at Hayes Knight, an innovative chartered accountancy practice, where he specialises in strategic planning and business improvement. matthew.bellingham@hayesknight.co.nz – www.hayesknight.co.nz

Curiosity…

or just plain competiveness?

You likely already know when something isn’t right. There are the nagging questions about how well your business is performing, especially when compared to previous years. There is the sense that your competition down the road is doing better, even though you run identical operations. How can they afford to replace their fleet of vehicles or open that new store? Then there is the perennial concern that costs are rising faster than returns.

Curiosity, or just plain competiveness, is an inherent quality shared amongst successful business owners. They have their finger on the pulse, always looking for the latest intel on how their business stacks-up against the other players in their industry.

In the early 80s Xerox found themselves in a losing battle against the Japanese. When David Kearns stepped up as CEO he gave into his curiosity and discovered that the average manufacturing cost of copiers in Japanese companies was 40-50% of that of Xerox. In addition to this Kearns uncovered that it took Xerox twice as long as it’s Japanese competitors to bring a product to market; five times the number of engineers, four times the number of design changes and its products had 30 times more defective parts. It was no wonder the Japanese were able to undercut Xerox's prices effortlessly. This discovery prompted Xerox to evolve their manufacturing processes into one that was more sustainable, but it also pushed quality control and therefore less waste and a lower number of defects.

This story highlights the essence of benchmarking.

You can only compare what can be measured – the good news just about every business function can be measured: turnaround times, pricing, profit margins, average transaction values, environmental impact, staff turnover, faults/ returns and even management style. You’ll need to sit down with your adviser to pick the ones most relevant to your operations. If your business already monitors its own KPIs that are important to your vision and strategy, these might provide a sound starting point.

Comparing where and why your business is different from the local industry averages is the first step to finding solutions and getting your house in order.

Conversely, this basic comparison can put to bed any nagging worries and give peace of mind that all those fluctuations were felt across the industry.

Time for us to play devil’s advocate: If you compete against the average, are you not likely to remain average yourself? I encourage and help our clients to compare themselves against the top performers across all sectors in the market, not just the average performers in their industry. We take it a step further and use it to identify what the standard of best practice is, who the best is, and how you can learn from them to implement better practices within your business.

You may even find there are areas where you are ahead; which in turn may help shape your priority list. Most business owners have giants in their industry that they look up to and admire. Who is your giant? How do you perform against them? What makes them a giant? What changes do you need to make in your business? How do you if you are making progress?

A lot of business owners are talking about dashboard reporting as one way to engage and encourage staff to embrace the strategic direction of the business. Having dashboard reporting that compares a business against a target (either external or internal) can be a useful tool. Simply put this reminds me of the oversize thermometer chat that exists in most sports clubs when they are focused on fundraising. Each week it can be a thrill or disappointment to see if the thermometer has moved any closer to the target.

Benchmarking is an on-going process for best practice businesses. But it’s a process that provides the benefits of exceeding your goals and reaching your fullest potential. At the very least you need to have internal measures of success and these benchmarks should form the basis for regular reporting to track how your business is performing against expectations. With succession planning also on people’s minds, showing data that is benchmarked to the industry or some other measurable can provide useful data for a purchasing party.

Remember – what you can measure you can manage. What you can compare, you can improve. And when it all comes down to it, we need to constantly push for improvement in everything we do in order to reach our potential – both in life and in business.

Every business needs an edge.

Find yours 16 August 2012.

Consisting of four workshops and follow up coaching, Business Edge promises innovative tools, new skills, fresh ideas and the know-how to put progressive plans in place for your business’ future. Course subsidy available for eligible business. To find out more visit hayesknight.co.nz/business-edge.

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Nicola is a partner in the Business Services Team. nicolar@simpsonwestern.co.nz www.simpsonwestern.co.nz

Selling goods on commission or consignment

Nicola Russ.

Retailers, can help suppliers and customers protect their property

It is a common practise in the retail industry to sell goods on behalf of another third party consumer or supplier, on the understanding that the retailer receives a commission or some other form of remuneration when the goods are sold, and the consumer or supplier continues to own the goods until that point. But this has risks for the owner, which can easily be managed with the help of the retailer.

We have previously written about the risks and pitfalls of allowing someone to sell property on behalf of another for commission. However, going by the recent spate of television articles and Court cases dealing with this issue, it appears suppliers and consumers are still failing to protect their things, and retailers are either not aware of, or are still failing to take, easy steps that would ensure their customer/suppliers keep their property in a liquidation.

A good illustration of "things going wrong" was aired on Fargo in April.

Various motorbike owners gave their motorbikes to David Anderson Motorbikes Limited to sell on their behalf. When this company went into liquidation, it was discovered that the bikes had been sold. Rather than the sale proceeds being paid to the owners, they had gone into the company's overdraft account with the bank. The owners lost their motorbikes and their money!

So how did this happen? Clearly, the owners didn't intend losing their motorbikes, and we doubt the bike shop intended "cheating" the owners out of their property, or the bank intended claiming something that didn't belong to them. But this was the unfortunate outcome, because neither the retailer nor the owners took two easy steps to protect the owner's title rights. They didn't register a security interest on the Personal Property Securities Register (the Register), and they didn't ensure the sale proceeds where kept in an account separate to the company's operating account.

Consumers, suppliers and retailers must remember that if the retailer will be holding the property on behalf of the owner for an indefinite term until it is sold, their arrangement will likely be caught by the Personal Property Securities Act 1999. If the consumer or supplier does not register their title rights on the Register, they will lose their property in a liquidation, even though they own it!

Proceeds from the sale of someone else's property should not be mingled with other money the company receives from its business. If the money ends up in an operating account, it becomes mingled with other money and difficult to trace.

Owners and retailers should work together to protect property and ensure the "right" person receives the sale proceeds. The onus will fall primarily on the retailer. By operating in a commercial environment they will be more familiar with concepts such as security interests over assets. Further, it's the retailer's creditors that could profit from the consumer or supplier's property. Out of the two, the retailer is usually in the stronger position. Registration cannot occur without the retailer's written consent and it is the retailer who must arrange the separate bank account. Neither steps have onerous or negative consequences for the retailer, but a failure to take them can be very detrimental to a consumer or supplier.

Retailers, consider signing a consignment or bailment note recording the details of the goods, acknowledging the owner's title, and agreeing to the registration of a security interest on the Register. Alternatively, consider signing a note confirming the term of the bailment (which must be less than one year).

Owners, get the retailer to sign a consignment or bailment note, and ask whether the sale proceeds are kept in a separate bank account. If the retailer is not cooperative, consider very seriously whether to part with your property.

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Investing with Spicers

Mark Harris - Authorised Financial Adviser (AFA).

Phone: 486 7892 Email: mark.harris@spicers.co.nz www.spicers.co.nz Mark Harris.

KiwiSaver 5 years on…

KiwiSaver has really been in the news this year – initially following changes announced in the 2011 Budget and more recently due to suggestions that long-term investors might be sacrificing significant rewards by staying in ‘default’ funds instead of moving into funds potentially better suited to their long term investment horizon.

On the first point, the Government did signal changes to KiwiSaver in last year’s Budget and while some of these changes have already been introduced, the legislation proposing to increase the minimum employer and employee contribution rates from 2% to 3% on 1 April 2013 is still to be passed. While some of these changes make KiwiSaver less attractive, in my view, the proposed changes have only reduced the incentives introduced in 2007 (when KiwiSaver was launched) from ‘spectacular’ down to ‘excellent’. In other words, even these modified incentives are still very worthwhile.

So, how can we measure the attractiveness of KiwiSaver?

The best way is to consider an example. (For simplicity, the numbers and calculations are all based on someone joining KiwiSaver in 2013, and assuming all the 2011 Budget changes have come into effect and remain the same).

Let’s consider Tom's financial situation: • 20 years old.

• Commences employment at the start of the KiwiSaver year, 1 July 2013.

• Initial salary of $30,000pa.

• His salary advances by $2,000 every five years.

• He retires at age 65 on a salary of $46,000pa.

This would mean: Market returns of 2%pa added to his KiwiSaver account by the time Tom retires

$73,593

All-up the lump sum available to Tom on his retirement

$209,295

By any measure, this seems like a wonderful return on the $69,040 that Tom personally contributed.

But what might happen if Tom decided to move out of the low risk default fund and into a growth-oriented fund? (A growth-oriented fund is generally regarded as being suitable for most long-term investors). Such a fund would definitely experience more ups and downs in returns than a default fund and periodically some returns may be negative.

However, over Tom’s 45 year investment horizon, it is also highly likely that a growth-oriented fund would outperform a default fund.

How important is this? Well let me show you what would happen if Tom could improve his average return after fees and tax to 5%pa from a growth fund instead of 2%pa from a default fund, comparing to the table above.

Tom’s contributions to his KiwiSaver account over his working life would remain unchanged

$69,040

His employer’s contributions (taxed at the Employer Superannuation Contribution Tax (ESCT) rate of 17.5%) remain unchanged

$42,719

The Government’s contributions, (the $1,000 kick-start and subsequent annual member tax credits*) remain unchanged

$23,943

Market returns of 5%pa added to his KiwiSaver account by the time Tom retires

$290,857

All-up the lump sum available to Tom on his retirement

$426,559

*Tom receives the current maximum annual Member Tax Credit of $521.43

Employees can elect to have their KiwiSaver contributions set at 2%, 4% or 8% of their annual salary. Tom commits to paying 4%. His employer contributes 3% and their contributions are taxed at the employee’s marginal tax rate. Tom’s contribution will therefore be taxed at 17.5%.

Tom’s contributions to his KiwiSaver account over his working life

$69,040

His employer’s contributions (taxed at the Employer Superannuation Contribution Tax (ESCT) rate of 17.5%)

$42,719

The Government’s contributions, (the $1,000 kick-start and subsequent annual member tax credits*)

$23,943

So, for every $1 that Tom contributes, a total of another $0.97 is added by his employer and the Government. *Tom receives the current maximum annual Member Tax Credit of $521.43.

How could the type of KiwiSaver scheme you choose affect your investment’s performance?

It gets even better when we also consider the potential underlying investment performance of Tom’s KiwiSaver account.

If he was to stay in a default fund, which will generally comprise of very conservative and, (on average) lower returning investments, Tom might only achieve an average investment return after fees and tax of say 2%pa.

Tom’s lump sum retirement payment would increase from $209,295 to $426,558.

The significant difference between these outcomes clearly demonstrates the potential power of compounding returns over a long-term horizon.

The scenario outlined for Tom may, or may not be suitable for others.

Everyone’s personal circumstances, investment timeframes and risk tolerances are unique in some way and this will lead to different investment approaches.

For example, people hoping to access the ‘first home buyer’ feature via KiwiSaver may probably want to avoid taking too much investment risk while they build up their future home deposit funds.

At the end of the day, a person’s strategy needs to reflect their personal circumstances and while Tom had the time horizon and risk tolerance to accept higher risk investments, your situation may be different. However, in view of the strong incentives still on offer for KiwiSaver members, I definitely recommend taking advantage of the savings opportunity that KiwiSaver provides.

If you have any questions about your financial situation or investing, I may be able to assist. You can reach me on: 486 7892 or email: mark.harris@spicers.co.nz

Mark Harris is an Authorised Financial Adviser. His column provides general advice, which is not personalised to the specific financial situation or goals of those who correspond with him. Mark is not liable for any loss suffered by those who follow the advice provided in his column. A disclosure statement is available on request and free of charge from your adviser.

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Investing with Mike Taylor, PieFunds

Mike Taylor

Mike Taylor is the Managing Director of Pie Funds, a boutique Fund Manager that specialises in Australasian small companies.

09 486 1701 www.piefunds.co.nz

Groundhog Day “Every crisis is part chaos, part opportunity” Chinese proverb If you have ever seen Bill Murray in the quintessential 90’s movie Groundhog Day, you can probably imagine what living the same day over and over again would be like – a nightmare. For investors, we seem to be stuck in an equivalent ‘Groundhog Day’ about the indebtedness of Greece and the Eurozone. The record just keeps going round and round.

Sometimes there are bouts of short-term euphoria, but they are quickly replaced by reality checks dictated by poor fundamentals. This has been happening since the crisis emerged in late 2009 but we can realistically trace its origins back to the GFC in 2008.

This month, we achieved a new understanding of how methodically Greece is being locked into a cycle of decay. Tourism revenue declined by 15% year on year in the first 3 months of 2012 – and that was before things really started unravelling in recent weeks. In the 10 days after the May elections, 50,000 bookings were cancelled. There is now a clear chance that tourism revenue is going to drop by more than 20% year on year. For Greece this is just another disaster as it is among the most tourism-dependent economies in Europe – it makes up 16% of GDP. Clearly the Germans are now worried about holidaying in Crete!

The second shocker of the month was the pace of tax revenue decline – suddenly dropping by -10% in May. The proportion of small and mediumsized companies losing money is in the process of vaulting from 20% in 2011 to 60% in 2012.

Now Spain is being sucked into the vortex and is now the 4th Euro Zone country to request a bailout. Soon there will be nobody left to do the bailing!

The solution du jour now seems to be Euro bonds. To Euro Zone countries in need, Euro bonds would be a noble expression of European solidarity and a crucial instrument for preserving common currency. To Germans and quite a few others though, Euro Bonds would be a lot like cosigning a loan for a deadbeat brother in law. Markets will continue to keep one eye on China and one eye on Europe for the next month, as the Greeks hold the EU to ransom. Australasia’s exposure to Europe is mainly indirectly through bank funding markets, and large exporters to Europe, such as China. Hopefully this means we are relatively sheltered down-under and the RBA and RBNZ doesn’t have to panic about European developments but can respond in a measured and deliberate manner. The way European problems could affect Australasia is if it results in much weaker Chinese exports, which then undermines Chinese demand for Australasian commodities, e.g.

Iron Ore, Coal and Milk. Sadly, this means the equity market volatility of the past five years is showing no signs of abating. Get used to it.

Pie has managed to make good money in this environment thus far; therefore, we believe we can continue to outperform the market going forward. Essentially, in the last few years the market has given us a penalty, I’m sure one day soon we will get awarded a free kick.

Unfortunately, I feel that investor sentiment will not recover in earnest until the European Debt crisis is solved once and for all. Looking at the table below you can see why people around the world are fairly depressed about shares. Hopefully those who chose to invest with Pie are feeling pretty good!

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This regular column is provided by Tammy McLeod (BA LLB), a partner at Davenports Harbour Lawyers. Tammy leads the Davenports Harbour Trust Team and enjoys providing clients with advice and assistance on a broad range of issues involving the structuring and establishment of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, duties of trustees and the management and administration of trust funds. 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 believes that the provisions of the Act are an important consideration in personal asset planning.

Tammy is a past president of the Auckland Woman Lawyers’ Association and is a current co-convenor of the NZICA Trust Special Interest Group.

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Carol, Mike the Brady Bunch

Tammy McLeod.

Carol and Mike were set up by friends – both were single and a matchmaking friend who knew them thought they would be perfect for each other. Mike’s wife had died five years ago, leaving him with three small boys to raise and Carol’s husband had left her for his secretary three years prior, leaving her with three small daughters. Carol and Mike instantly clicked and two years after meeting decided to tie the knot.

Both Carol and Mike had property from their previous marriages. Mike’s wife’s insurance policy had left him with enough to pay off the mortgage. Carol had got a reasonable settlement from her ex-husband meaning that her mortgage was smaller than most people’s. However, when Mike and Carol’s two families merged, it was clear that neither of their houses would be big enough for what their friends jokingly called the Brady Bunch.

Mike and Carol scoured the Channel magazine property listings for a few months to find a house big enough for their family of eight and eventually found the perfect home.

They went to see their lawyer to see how best to structure the purchase of the new house – it was tricky as Mike was contributing 2/3 of the purchase price and Carol only 1/3. Mike was particularly concerned how best to protect his contribution which in his mind was his sons’ inheritance from their mother. Carol had similar views – she had felt she had got a rough deal with her first husband and while she had every confidence her marriage to Mike wouldn’t end up in divorce, she was keen to make sure that what she had would go to her girls. She was also expecting a large inheritance from her great aunt and wanted to make sure that this would eventually be there for her daughters.

Mike and Carol were fortunate that they went to see a lawyer who specialised exclusively in the area of trusts. The lawyer recommended that they set up parallel trusts. This meant that Carol and Mike would each have their own trusts. Mike’s trust would own 2/3 of their new property and Carol’s trust would own 1/3. They would be beneficiaries of each others trusts, but Mike’s boys couldn’t benefit from Carol’s trust and Carol’s girls couldn’t benefit from Mike’s trust. It also meant that if something happened to Mike and Carol’s relationship, each of them would have protected their respective share in the property and Carol would be able to invest her inheritance from her aunt in her own trust without having to worry about mixing it up with relationship property. All in all this was the perfect solution for the Brady Bunch.

To ensure you are just as well sorted, contact: Tammy McLeod, Email: tammy. mcleod@davenportsharbour.co.nz or visit: www.davenportsharbour.co.nz

DAVENPORTS Mike Taylor Managing Director Pie Funds

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The Pumphouse Theatre: What’s On

Newbie, Pirates and

Agatha Christie

Last month The PumpHouse welcomed a new staff member, Benjamin Teh, to our small team. We're now a theatre of two and two halves. Ben has been settling in amidst the chaos of theatre groups and bands packing in and out, rehearsals and booking line phones going non-stop and managing all this with calm aplomb.

Benjamin Teh. It is Ben's voice you will hear more often than not as first point of contact for the ticket booking line. Please be kind to him after all, he's the new kid. And as such we asked to give his impressions of his first few days at The Pumphouse coalface.

The New Kid "Hi, I’m Benjamin. The new kid. I sit at a desk in an office at The PumpHouse. Lovely brick walls, and when I look to my left, I look out at the scenic Lake Pupuke. It looks beautiful when it’s calm, it looks fantastical when it’s pouring down with rain. Almost like you should be able to run along the surface of it. And even if you fall, it’s only water.

So it’s been a bit of a whirlwind week for me. Thrown in the deep end, and everyone watching intently to see if I sink or swim. Meet the boss, meet the coworkers, learn the ins and outs, find out about the shows current and future, meet Tiger the resident cat, start earning my keep, and suddenly…I’m working at a theatre! This is awesome! I doggy paddle, I splutter a tad, but I’ll swim back to shore.

It’s like those Piri Weepu posts on facebook, I’ve got this.

I write, I act, I direct. I like being creative. So working at a theatre is pretty much a dream job. I still remember seeing the job opening and instantly thinking of how awesome it would be if I got that job. Dramatic pause. I got that job, and it is pretty awesome. I just looked in on the guys rehearsing for Matariki-Oke, it looks and sounds amazing. Tim Bray Productions have been packing in for the last few days, so we have pirates in the house! Insert fistpump here. I’m very excited about watching The Great Piratical Rumbustification, since I only discovered theatre when I started university. I’ve never seen a children’s show before. It’ll be great to finally watch one.

Until next time, I’m certain we’ll cross paths again."

The Great Piratical Rumbustification by Margaret Mahy Ahoy there! The pirates are restless. ‘Oh, for a pirate party!’ they declare. But…a pirate party must be a stolen one. Tim Bray Productions brings you an adventure for your little ones! Tim Bray Productions stage adaptation of The Great Piratical Rumbustification introduces us to Alpha, Oliver, and Omega Terrapin, alone for an evening of devilish fun and none other than Orpheus Clinker, a reformed pirate cleverly transformed into a respectable babysitter. Or has he reformed? Before you can say "Yo Ho Ho" the

Terrapin household has become headquarters of the century's biggest pirate party.

Put on your best pirate finery, grab your parrot, then come and enjoy Margaret Mahy’s piratical fun and the best rumbustification you’ve had in years. Yarrr!

Miss Marrzipan Drama 2012 Miss Marrzipan Drama 2012 is a charity event held by Collette Lochore, Miss World New Zealand. All money goes to Variety the Children’s Charity and the event’s focus is the self-value, confidence and the inner beauty within young women. The winner of the pageant will be crowned ‘Miss Marrzipan Drama 2012’.

And Then There Were None Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None is the story of ten people, who have previously been complicit in the deaths of others but have escaped notice or punishment. Each are tricked into coming onto an island and although the guests are the only people on the island, each is murdered one by one, in a manner paralleling, inexorably and sometimes grotesquely, the old nursery rhyme, Ten Little Indians.

It is Christie's best-selling novel with 100 million sales to date, making it the world's best-selling mystery ever, and one of the best-selling books of all time.

Come watch the play, and play detective for a night!

What's On... @ The Pumphouse July 2 - 14 Theatre for children in the July school holidays Tim Bray Productions Presents The Great Piratical Rumbustification

by Margaret Mahy Margaret Mahy’s tale of rumbustical pirates live on stage.

Daily at 10.30am & 1pm except Sundays. Running time 1 hour Ticket prices: B reserve seats $21, A reserve seats $22 No age concessions. Family pass rate for 4 or more: $19.50 per ticket. Groups of 10 or more $18.50 per ticket Be in quick to get Earlybird special ticket price of $17.50 for performances on Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd July.

July 15 Miss Marrzipan Drama 2012 Presented by Collette Lochore ‘Beauty with a Purpose’ 5pm Sunday, One night only Adult/Seniors $20 Student/Child $15 Table of Four $195

Bookings: Ph 489 8360 or www.pumphouse.co.nz The PumpHouse Theatre (off Manurere Ave) Killarney Park, Takapuna. info@pumphouse.co.nz The PumpHouse acknowledges the support of Pub Charity.

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July 26-August 4 Shoreside Theatre presents And Then There Were None Agatha Christie’s best-selling murder mystery All performances 7.30pm Sunday 28 July Matinee 2.30pm. No show Monday Adults $25 Student/Concesssion $20 Group discounts available

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The Gingerbread Man School Holiday Show for the Kids 9th-14th July, 10am and 12pm daily Phineas Phrog celebrates it’s tenth birthday at the Bruce Mason Centre with a sparkling new show featuring their favourite performers as you have never seen them before! Full of physical comedy, musical mayhem and culinary delights this theatrical production will delight youngsters and their grown ups alike!

Come Dressed as your favourite character from The Gingerbread man and be in to win fantastic spot prizes every day! Plus we will have plenty of party fun happening in our foyers.

For 50 minutes of fun-filled family entertainment you can’t beat the Gingerbread Man! Tickets: $15 plus booking fees / Adults at Kids Prices.

Poppyseed Presents – Barn Banquet The Gingerbread Man 11am Morning Tea followed by 12pm Show (9th-14th July). Enjoy a great morning out these school holidays with the kids! Morning Tea, fun and games with Gingerbread man’s friends and ticket to the show included! $26 plus booking fee. Parents you don’t need a ticket to the Morning Tea, just a show ticket only.

July Opera Series 3rd Event Sunday July 1st, 2.30pm The Dame Malvina Major Emerging Artists first public appearance for the 2012. Be among the first to hear the Company's newly-appointed Emerging Artists for 2012 in this, their first public Auckland concert, following national auditions in May. Don’t miss this opportunity to get up-close-andpersonal with our potential opera stars of the future.

The TelstraClear season of Roger Hall’s A Short Cut To Happiness Thursday July 5th, Friday 6th, Saturday 7th June, 8pm A joyous new comedy from New Zealands best-loved playwright.

Ned's life is just tickety-boo. Sure, he's adjusting to retirement and life on his own, but he’s very comfortable with his lot, thank you very much. All that changes with his offer to sort out the financial woes of Natasha, an attractive Russian immigrant. A new world of possibilities opens up for Ned as he sees these strange creatures called Kiwis through foreign eyes. Packed with Roger Hall's trademarks of acute observation and bucket-loads of humour, A Short Cut To Happiness is about discovering the ways of a new country, accepting differences, finding love and dancing your way to happiness.

Theuns Jordaan Saturday 21st July @ 6pm Theuns Jordaan is without doubt one of the biggest voices ever in Afrikaans. Most of the songs on this album were written by Theuns himself. His first album “Vreemde Stad“ was biggest selling debut ever in South Africa. He followed this up with several succesfull albums over the last few years. Theuns will be performing with Anton L’Amour during the tour of Australia and New Zealand. Anton is not only one of the best guitar players in South Africa but also a renowned music director. Their shows have always delivered the best. Theuns will include all his hit songs plus songs from the new Album “Roeper“ The tour is organised by the Afrikaans Club Australia.

Tickets: Adult: $60.00 / Pensioner: $40.00 / Student: $25.00 Child: $15.00 plus booking fees apply.

Channel Magazine has 2 lots of Family Passes to give away to The Gingerbread Man.

Win!

To win, simply answer the following question and send your answer to: competition@channelmag.co.nz What birthday is it for Phineas Frog at the Bruce Mason Centre?

August One Night of Queen Friday 10 August , 7.30pm / Saturday 11 August, 7.30pm The Real Deal. Since winning Stars in Their Eyes in 2000 with a record 864,838 votes, Gary Mullen has toured the world with his breathtaking One Night of Queen. His uncanny vocal resemblance to the late Freddie Mercury has enthralled hundreds of thousands of people throughout the UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand.

Opera Series 4th Event Sunday 12th August, 2.30pm – Singer Surprise Here’s our own Mystery Escape, in which we reveal the new Dame Malvina Major Young Artist, or introduce an international artist from one of our mainstage productions, or ... watch this space!

Regardless of the surprise, it'll be pleasant one, and a highlight of this exciting inaugural series.

Tommy Emmanuel & Guests / Frank Vignola (USA) Thursday 16th August, 8pm Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel is one of Australia’s most respected musicians. The legendary guitarist has a professional career that spans five decades and continues to intersect with some of the finest musicians throughout the world.

Barry Hilton – Travelling Chameleon Saturday 18th August, 7:30pm One Night Only in Auckland Direct from sold-out shows in the UK and Europe, Barry Hilton, South Africa’s favourite cousin and Stand Up comedian, will be performing his Stand Up Chameleon show at the Bruce Mason Centre.

OH WHAT A NIGHT! Direct from Las Vegas Thursday 23rd August, 7.30pm Direct from Las Vegas, Oh What a Night! is a show that celebrates the hits of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons in an entertaining format that internationally has had the audiences singing along, clapping and cheering for more. The four seasoned performers – George Solomon, Chris Anderson, Thomas Bevan and Josh Woodie - not only sing the hits and hit the high notes for which Franki Valli is famous; they also dance expertly and entertain with humorous banter in the great Vegas tradition.

Men in Tutus Friday 24th & Saturday 25th August, 8pm From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes) with brilliant choreography to the side splitting humour, LES BALLETS ELOELLE new show "Men in Tutu's" is a show designed for the young and old. Men in Tutu's" produces bang-up amusement and LOL "Lough Out Loud" family entertainment for all. Be truly amazed.

Auckland Symphony Orchestra Free Family Concert Sunday 19 August, 2.30pm “Stage & Screen” – Music from movies, musicals, ballet and opera, featuring West Side Story, Star Wars, Swan Lake, a special “Sound of Music” sing-a-long, plus other popular orchestra favourites.

Joella Pinto - Violin; Albany Singers; Peter Thomas - Conductor www.aucklandsymphony.co.nz

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Shoreside Theatre Thriller: At The Pumphouse

Only the dead

above suspicion!

Shoreside Theatre Thriller "And Then There Were None" The PumpHouse Theatre, Takapuna – 26th July to 4th August The name Agatha Christie guarantees excellence in the murder/mystery genre. In “And Then There Were None” possibly her most famous book, since adapted by her into a play, her genius is brilliantly displayed in a most baffling case of murder and retribution. Tension and suspense is maintained right to the end.

Time Magazine called it one of the most ingenious mystery thrillers in many a

AGATHA CHRISTIE

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day while The Crime Club said it was “the greatest story we have ever published”.

Ten people have been invited to a house party on isolated Smugglers Island off the coast of Devon. A curious assortment of strangers cut off from civilization and from everything but each other and the inescapable shadows of their own past lives... One by one they die in a manner paralleling the old nursery rhyme “Ten Little Indians”. All have motives, many have secrets.

Shoreside Theatre has brought together a highly talented and experienced cast, to present this complex and exciting thriller.

The set designed by the theatre’s Nick Greer, is a re-creation of the famous Burgh Island Hotel which provided the play’s inspirational setting and where Agatha Christie frequently stayed. This hotel was also used for many of her Poirot movies.

Carol Dumbleton, Shoreside Theatre founder who directs their latest production also grew up in Devon which enables her to convey something of the Devon influence and spirit of this ingenious author, though hopefully without the trademark corpses.

Ten very frightened people and only Agatha Christie knows who is the relentless, avenging killer. The suspense is agonizing but you’ll find out too, at the conclusion of enthralling entertainment with a sinister punch, on stage at The PumpHouse in Takapuna.Only the dead are above suspicion.

Shoreside Theatre’s presentation of “And Then There Were None” is on-stage at The PumpHouse, Killarney Park, Takapuna from July 26th – August 4th. You are invited to join their “house party” Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm or 2.30pm on Sunday.

Tickets are available from www.pumphouse.co.nz or by calling 489 8360 – book your seats now or there’ll be none left !

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Agatha Christie – The Queen of Crime Agatha Christie was born in 1890 in Torquay, the Devon seaside resort and in this idyllic setting she developed a love of detective fiction by listening to Sherlock Holmes stories.

In fact though, she stumbled into writing crime fiction in response to a wager by her sister to produce a detective novel like those she was so fond of reading. It seems unfathomable now that her first work was rejected by two publishers. By the time her seventh book was published she had become a household name and from that point she never looked back. Her works have subsequently been translated into more than fifty languages and published in at least seventy countries.

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Left: Brendan Adams cup. Above: Anna Hollings 2011 Garden with Red tree.

Exhibitions, Silent Auctions, Matariki, Winter Seminars – July at Northart

June was a very good month for Northart - and July promises to be even better! We have a great line up of exhibitions and other events; there is certain to be something that will interest, intrigue or entertain you – maybe even tempt you to buy.

First Up: If you haven’t yet seen First Light 2, an exhibition by a diverse group of young, emerging artists - students and recent graduates from AUT, Elam and Hungry Creek Art and Craft School - then get into the gallery this weekend, as this exhibition of wall and floor based sculpture, painting, printmaking, jewellery and moving image closes at 4pm on Sunday 8 July. So too does our very lively and fun exhibition of dragons, sculptural ones, made by Year 5-Year 8 school children in Northart’s annual Birkenhead Licensing Trust sponsored competition.

Give and Take is a rather different sort of show (different for Northart anyway) in that it is silent auction that takes place over 7 days. Artists and supporters have generously donated paintings, ceramics, photographs, textile art and other works and objets d’art for this fundraising event. They will all go on display on the evening of Wednesday 11 July when viewers will get their first chance to register their bids; over the coming week they can up the ante if necessary until the final evening on Wednesday 18 July when the auction closes. Do come along - there is some seriously good art in the show and all the signs are that it will be very successful event and a huge amount of fun.

Later in the month Northart celebrates Matariki by showcasing prominent Maori artist photographer John Miller in an exhibition curated by Ngahiraka Mason for Auckland Council’s Te Taumata exhibition series 2012. John describes himself as a “sympathetic observer” documenting the anti war, anti tour, anti nuclear demonstrations, the 1975 Land March and numerous other Maori political and civil rights events. The exhibition will be in the gallery 16 July - 5 August.

Opening a week later, and until 8 August, is Connections, a selected exhibition by Aotearoa Quilters.

Northart’s window displays also have a new and fresh look this month with

some delightful garden paintings by Anna Hollings, stunning ceramic pots by Elena Renker and some posters printed with poems by Semisi Pone among other things.

Northart is hosting a series of free winter seminars, held on Wednesdays and starting at 7pm. On July 4 Dr Peter Simpson will give an illustrated talk on Canterbury artists during the period 1936 – 1945, a time when modernists such as Rita Angus, Leo Bensemann, and The Group including Louise Henderson, Olivia Spencer Bower, Evelyn Page, Toss Woollaston, Doris Lusk, Colin McCahon were starting to forever alter the way we look at New Zealand art and painting. On July 25 arts writer, critic, and collector Warwick Brown’s topic is “How to Look at Art”.

No need to book, just come along. Contact the gallery 480 9633 or visit www. northart.co.nz for further information.

Northart welcomes group visits. If you would like to have the curator or one of the artists talk to your group, please contact the gallery. Evening visits by appointment For further information, contact the gallery or visit www.northart.co.nz.

Above: Elena Renker pot. Right: Lisa Higgins Fragment 2011(neckpiece).

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

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Mairangi Arts Centre: News

What's On... @ Mairangi Arts Centre

July Exhibitions Artrageous 26th June - 11th July This annual exhibition features the talent of our young artists of the future. The exhibition will showcase a range of 2D and 3D artwork produced by students during class time, much of which will be submitted for examinations at the end of the year.

Small Works Opens 5pm Wednesday 18th July (19th July - 4th August) This will be an exquisite display of artworks not exceeding 400 x 400mm in size. Well worth a visit!

Mairangi Arts Centre

Mairangi Arts Centre – ‘Art for the community’ – 20 Hastings Road, Mairangi Bay. Phone 478-2237, www.mairangiarts.co.nz.

- Art Classes To Inspire!

Mairangi Arts Centre offers an exciting art programme with a wide range of classes to suit everyone-any age, any level of ability.

Adults are spoilt for choice with classes during the day, on most evenings and at weekends.

Painting in acrylics, oils or watercolour, drawing skills, pastels, pottery, cast glass, printmaking, life drawing- all are covered by the Centre’s extensive programme.

Complete beginners are well-catered for with a number of classes designed specifically for them although they will also find a warm welcome in any of the multi-level classes too.

Experienced artists/potters may, for a very reasonable fee, make use of the centre’s wellequiped, spacious studios to work independently.

The centre has stimulating, educational yet fun afterschool programmes for children and teens as well as a school holiday programme during every break. For full detail see the centre’s website, www.mairangiarts.co.nz. Online booking is available.

School Holiday Programme 2nd-13th July Bookings are now open for the July school holiday programme. A few examples of clay classes include: making a dinosaur or family pet, a hot chocolate mug, having a go on the pottery wheel and making a clay lei.

Also on the programme are classes in making a designer soft toy, creating a felt satchel or pencil case, papermaking, collage or making a movie.

Painting/drawing classes focus on NZ birds, self portraits, rainbows and wild & windy landscapes although there are many other options.

Some classes are two hours duration (10am-12pm or 1-3pm) while others are all-day classes (10am-3pm with supervised lunch break.).

Open 9.30am – 4pm Monday to Saturday We open on Sundays for some exhibitions.

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School Holiday fun this July This July Lake House Arts Centre is celebrating the Circus in the July School Holiday Programme running from 2 to 13 July.

Introducing more textiles to the programme Azza Rezk will be teaching beginners the art of crochet and how to transform a pile of old t-shirts into a fantastic woven mat for your room using a hula hoop

as a loom. Debz Baker has more embroidery classes on offer and new tutor Dee Roberts will assist you to write a storybook and illustrate it. For 5 afternoons in the first week Kevin Alexander will be inspiring our young kids through Robotics using Educational K’nex® and LEGO® mindstorms robots book directly at www.roboclub.co.nz. There will be the usual clay sculpture and Funclay classes making a clown money box, or circus figures. Woodcut printmaking is a fantastic way to introduce young adults to the processes of printmaking and of course there are painting, collage and mask making classes too.

If you think that the kids get to have all the fun, then you are mistaken, the term three and four arts programme for adults has just as much on offer from figurative to abstract acrylics, comprehensive drawing and printing classes and new to the programme illustration, creative writing, patternmaking and sewing. To view the classes view the website: www.lakehousearts.org.nz or email info@ lakehousearts.co.nz, If you are an artist then don’t miss out on The

Annual Great Art Sale. Intake is on Friday 27 to Sunday 29 July from 10am to 3pm.

Exhibition Schedules • Matariki: Until 15 July in the Becroft Gallery, featuring wearable art by the Northland weavers and body art Photography • “Hands off”: Until 15 July in the Café Gallery. A travelling exhibition of textile exhibits by a variety of multi-media artists responding to the human hand.

• IMAGINARY CARTOGRAPHIES 17 – 29 July (Becroft Gallery) Imaginary Cartographies maps the trace of the hand in the practices of ceramicists, jewellers, photographers, sculptors, and painters, as they skillfully balance conceptual rigor with exploration of form. Curated by Kristin D’Agostino • Winters Song by Sue Law: 17 – 29 July in the Café.

• The Annual Great Art Sale: 31 July – 19 August.

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Education: Kristin School

The Kristin senior ball attendees.

A Night to Remember Saturday night was one of the social highlights of the Kristin Senior School calendar. The Senior Ball and After Party is the result of months of planning and weeks of preparation for the organisers and the attendees, and in line with recent years the event was an ultimate success.

The Senior Ball was a stylish event, held in Auckland’s Aotea Centre. More than 400 people attended the main event where they enjoyed a buffet dinner followed by hours of dancing to the live band. The theme of A Night in Paris provided inspiration for the beautiful gowns chosen for the evening and, as per school ball tradition, the students were transformed by the glamour of the occasion.

By 11.30pm the formalities were out of the way, the titles of King and Queen were awarded and it was time for the second act.

For the second year running, the official After Party was hosted by the school and provided party-goers a safe, alcohol and drug free environment to dance the night away into the early hours.

More than 240 stayed on after the end of the Ball, quickly changing into casual clothes and moving to a second room within the same venue for the After Party. The space was transformed into a club-like setting with a dance floor and

lounges, while the DJ created the party atmosphere. A team of Kristin staff were on hand to keep an eye on the event, and a professional security team ensured that only those with tickets and identification gained access. The atmosphere was electric, especially when Lady Gaga tickets were given out as a spot prize. Fuelled by energy drinks, the guests partied into the small hours – eventually heading for home at 3am.

The decision to organise an event to follow the Senior Ball was trialled last year after discussions between Kristin’s Senior School Principal Brendan Kelly, and Year 13 students responsible for organising the Ball.

“We recognise that our students want to enjoy their night, and are often not ready to go home when the Ball comes to an end. By creating this second event we can offer them a safe place, free from the pressures of alcohol or drugs, where they can continue to party and enjoy this special night with their friends” says Brendan Kelly, “It is a big occasion for them and I am immensely proud of how our students have embraced this idea. It demonstrates what responsible young people we have here at Kristin; it is a pleasure to work with them on an event such as this.”

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Brian Faulkner, Author.

Inspiring Authors It has been a booklover’s delight at Kristin School with two recent visits from distinguished Kiwi authors.

Kristin Middle School’s Year 9 Reading Day was opened by internationally acclaimed novelist Brian Falkner, author of The Tomorrow Code, The Super Freak and Brainjack as he spoke to a packed Dove Theatre about his passion for stories. With a relaxed and relatable manner, Brian told of the long road he has followed since he chose to become a writer. He demonstrated how fun it can be to create a quirky and creative tale by asking the simple question, ‘What if..?’

Brian also spent time with students in Years 5, 7, 8 and 10 in several workshops which explored the challenges and possibilities of creative story writing; where to find ideas, creating a story structure, characters and their relationships. A competitive game of Story Lines had teams battling it out to create the best piece of quick-fire writing.

In addition to learning from such an accomplished novelist, Kristin’s Year 7 students also had the opportunity to meet and speak with Matt Elliot, winner of the 2012 New Zealand Post Children’s Book of the Year, when he visited the Middle School to speak with the students who are currently studying WWI in their Humanities class. Matt’s book – Nice Day for a War – tells the true story of his grandfather who fought in Europe. It was a great opportunity for the students to connect what they have been learning with Matt’s personal story. To hear Matt speak, to ask him questions and to be able touch the relics which Matt brought to the class helped the students to gain perspective and contextualise the many ways that WWI impacted the lives of all New Zealanders.

With such great Kiwi role models taking part in their classes it was fitting that the Year 9 students paid it forward by spending an hour of their Reading Day inspiring the younger students in the school. The Kindergarten, Year 1 and Year 2 classes were in awe as their class rooms were filled with their Year 9 idols who each bought a selection of stories to read to the class. Nervous faces were quickly replaced by smiles as their favourite characters came alive and it was clear to see that the love of a good story is something everyone can relate to.

Kristin Students take Top Honours in Global Collaborative Project Two Kristin students have taken top honours in the NetGen Education Project 2012 – an international collaboration which involved hundreds of secondary school information technology students from around the world.

The NetGen Education Project is designed to inspire and challenge students to study leading technology trends and to create their vision for the future.

Based on the work of award-winning author Don Tapscott and the annual NMC Horizon Report (which looks at technology developments over a 5 year period) students from around the world work in collaborative teams to create a detailed understanding of the changes occurring in education because of technology - a task they complete in an entirely digital learning environment. Once this knowledge base is established the students each produce an individual short video in which they demonstrate their understanding of their area of learning. The videos are then judged by a panel of international judges.

Niall Cairns and Sam Messinger - both Year 12 students at Kristin School who study ITGS (Information Technology in a Global Society) as a part of their IB Diploma achieved individual awards within their chosen category as well as overall awards for their multimedia creations.

Sam won first place in his category, Game-Based Learning with his creative video which investigated the benefits and potential of this developing technology in education. Sam’s video then went on to be awarded third place overall for Multimedia Excellence.

Niall was awarded second prize for his video on The Internet of Things which was based on the concept that everyday real life objects could have virtual data that could be accessed by other devices. Niall then went on to be awarded the top honour – first place overall for the entire project.

This is an exceptional result for both Niall and Sam who were working with, and competing against, secondary students from more than 10 countries around the world.

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Education: Westlake Boys High School

Westlake Boys 50th Jubilee – August 10th and August 11th 2012

Westlake Boys High School celebrates its 50th Jubilee in 2012. The main events take place between Thursday 9th and Saturday 11th August with the programme featuring a mix of social, sporting and cultural events. With the exception of the Jubilee Golf Day, all events will be held at the school.

Anybody requiring information on the Westlake Boys Jubilee or wanting to purchase tickets, merchandise or make a contribution to the Westlake Foundation can head to www.westlakejubilee2012.co.nz or call the school on 09 410 8667.

A highlight of Jubilee Year so far - the Westlake Boys’ Jubilee 50 on the Field measured 70m x 40m involved over 2300 students, Old Boys and staff, 3 photographers and one helicopter!

Westlake Boys 50th Jubilee Programme Thursday 9th August 11.30am WESTLAKE JUBILEE GOLF DAY

North Shore Golf Club Ambrose competition format. Individuals or teams of four. All affiliated and nonaffiliated players welcome. Enquiries to jubilee@westlake.school.nz 7.00pm WESTLAKE SCHOOLS JUBILEE GALA CONCERT Witness the spectacular national award-winning Westlake High Schools Concert bands, symphony orchestras, big bands, choirs and barbershop quartets in the superb extravaganza of musical talent.

Friday 10th August 10.30am WESTLAKE JUBILEE ASSEMBLY Join all current students and staff at this official celebration of the school's 50th Jubilee featuring video footage of highlights of current school life 11.30am PTA MORNING TEA & REUNION 11.30am-2.30pm GUIDED SCHOOL TOURS 6.30pm WESTLAKERS BEVIES N BANTER The “mix n mingle” event of the weekend and a great opportunity for Old Boys, current and former staff to reminisce.

Saturday 11th August 10.30am-2.30pm GUIDED SCHOOL TOURS 11.00am–3.30pm WESTLAKE SUPPORTERS MARQUEE ON THE FIELD Another opportunity for Old Boys, current and former staff and Westlake supporters to catch up over a drink while taking in the Saturday sport fixtures.

Winners of the Westlake 1st XV Peoples’ Choice competition will be announced in this function.

10.30am or 1.00pm OLD BOYS RUGBY MATCH Two teams of “masters” Westlake rugby players battle it out in a (shortened!) game on the No. 1 Sports field.

12.00pm WESTLAKE FOOTBALL 1st XI vs ST KENTIGENS 12.00pm or 2.30pm WESTLAKE 1st XV SEMI-FINAL MATCH Competition remains unknown until later in the season but we’re hoping for a clash with arch rivals Rosmini College, who are also celebrating their 50th Jubilee this year 6.30pm WESTLAKE BOYS 50th JUBILEE DINNER The formal event of the weekend. Guest speakers include popular Old Boys and staff and the evening will be MC’ed by Westlake Old Boy Duncan Garner.

REGISTER AT: www.westlakejubilee2012.co.nz or phone 09 410 8667 for more information.

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7th form oil painting students recently completed this mural of the Westlake Boys 50th Jubilee logo.

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Past Students in

Olympic Team Carmel College is very proud to have 3 Past students in the NZ Olympic Team.

Congratulations to past students Erin Taylor and Teneale Hatton who are both in the New Zealand Olympic Canoe Team and Bianca Russell who is goal keeper for the Black Sticks - NZ Women’s Hockey Team.

Erin Taylor.

Carmel’s Barbershop Chorus, ‘Bella A Capella’.

Carmel to compete in National Secondary Schools' Barbershop Competition.

Carmel Chorus

Congratulations Carmel’s Barbershop Chorus, ‘Bella A Capella’, took part in the recent ‘Young Women in Harmony Barbershop Competition’ held at Birkenhead College.

The group was placed third in the Chorus category which means they will now compete in the National Secondary Schools’ Barbershop Competition.

This is to be held at the Bruce Mason Centre in September.

The same group of girls also forms the Carmel College Year 9-13 Choir known as ‘Bella Cappella’. The girls have had a busy schedule recently.

Following on from their Barbershop success, they took part in the recent New Zealand Choral Federation’s ‘Big Sing Festival’. This event was held at the Town Hall over three days. Bella Capella sang their recital on Tuesday and performed again at the Gala concert on Wednesday evening. Their performances were well received and they were awarded a Commended Award for their efforts.

The group is pictured here with the Head of Music, Mrs Shearer-Rowe and their Conductor, Mr Brian Lee.

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Teneale Hatton.

We would like to thank you To Past Students, Staff & Parents of Carmel College The 2012 Year 13 Students of Carmel College in partnership with the Carmel College Old Girls Association invite you to attend an inaugural

Annual CCOGA ‘Carmel Day Mass’ followed by afternoon tea Sunday July 29 at 2pm in the College Gymnasium

Aerobics

Well done to Tessa Mullins and Brielle Hardiman who competed at the recent National Sport Aerobics Championships in Wellington.

Both girls did fantastically. Brielle placed 3rd in her first ever competition on the national stage. Tessa placed a very credible 2nd in the Junior International category. Tessa was a true athlete. She was doing an awesome routine despite a slight wrist injury but just towards the end her wrist gave way and she smacked her face on the floor (with braces), she fought back the tears and she carried on as the true champion that she is and still placed 2nd and still qualified for the World Championships in the Netherlands later this year!

Bianca Russell.

Current students are looking forward to using this event as an opportunity to thank past students, staff and parents for the legacy they laid down at Carmel and to recognise the influence they continue to have on the life of the College today.

This event will also celebrate 55 years of Carmel College.

Please give us the opportunity to share our Carmel College of today with those of you who helped to create it.

Tess Mullins, at right, and Brielle Hardiman.

RSVP to ccoga@carmel.school.nz or Pru Armstrong 4861132 ext:740

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Channel Guest Columnist: Tiana Frittelli, Year 12, Carmel College

Introducing Tiana Frittelli, our guest columnist for this issue. Tiana is a Year 12 student at Carmel College who joined the Benefitz/Channel Magazine for a few days of work experience. Her task was to provide a few interesting pieces for our readers from the younger perspective. We reckon she's done a pretty good job. Enjoy her work on this spread...

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Stage Challenge asking the questions

“The word theatre comes from the Greeks. It means the seeing place. It is the place people come to see the truth about life and the social situation.” So spoke Stella Adler, a famed American actress who lived in the 20th century, who unknowingly and unwittingly summed up the motive behind a modern event: Stage Challenge.

Stage Challenge lets ‘the students be the stars’ as Kiwi students present an issue of their choice to the audience by combining dance, design and drama in a short performance whilst challenging other schools. For 15 years now, hundreds of schools around New Zealand have entered into this competition in front of thousands of people, for the priceless glory of being the best that they can be.

To me, the words Stage Challenge seem synonymous with ‘effort’, as I have been involved with my school’s item this year and have realised only too clearly just how much work is put in to this four to six minute dance. Along with Carmel, North Shore schools such as Westlake Girls, Rangitoto, Kristin and others spend hours to maintain reputations and feed a healthy rivalry. The students prepare all the music, choreography, props and sets.

The question I suppose then, is, “Is it worth it?”

I am willing to be the one to put my hand up and say, “Absolutely.”

Kiwi students are surrounded by the promotion of the word ‘Hauora’ – the Maori philosophy that health is not merely the absence of disease but also the mental, social and spiritual wellbeing of an individual. It has been compared to the four walls of a whare – we need all four dimensions in order to have strength and stability.

Stage Challenge combines these four dimensions of health, something I have learnt over the past term. The mental discipline it creates and the physical benefits gained from rehearsals and activity both contribute to overall health, and the social aspect is obviously a huge motivator. Research done by Jan Trayes from Auckland University proves this, as she reports that students rate the social aspect of this event twice as positively as any other factor.

The less acknowledged dimension of health – spirituality – is perhaps the figurative back wall of the whare; it is not always needed to be maintained in order to create an image of stability, but without it we would all topple over.

Spirituality is sometimes misunderstood to be religion; it is instead the values and beliefs that determine the way people live, and your own personal identity and awareness.

As students choose their issue that they are portraying, we learn so much about world problems and societal concerns that we would otherwise never even hear about. I’m not sure what it is about acting, but it seems that when we slip into that character, we learn how to empathise with them – seem to better understand what they are going through and improve our own self awareness and hauora.

I spoke to the leaders of Carmel College’s Stage Challenge, Aine Denny and Charlotte Marsh, as they come up to their competition against other schools around Auckland in a few short weeks.

Why did you choose the topic of deforestation?

Charlotte Marsh (CM): I initially read about it on one of those ‘shares’ on Facebook. It was a photo of a member of the Inca Tribe who described how it felt to lose his home due to deforestation and it just made me stop. It was relevant, it moved me, it made me think. That’s exactly what we want our audience to do, so we developed the idea of deforestation.

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Charlotte Marsh (left) and Aine Denny, with the Carmel College crew rehearsing.

Do you think that this has educated the students involved?

CM: Definitely. It’s not just learning about the Inca Tribe, but it is also learning to care about the world around you and learning how to empathise with people. So many girls have come up to me with questions and being genuinely interested about our issue.

What outcome are you wanting/expecting from this?

Aine Denny (AD): I want the girls to walk away from the night with a sense of accomplishment and pride. I’d like the leaders, who are leaving school next year, to look back and be able to think, “We did something huge, and amazing.”

Do you think that Stage Challenge is worth it?

AD: Definitely, I think it’s actually one of the best opportunities. It brings everyone so much closer. It feels like a family, a crew. We do so much team bonding and everyone gets to express themselves and be so much more confident.

CM: This has helped me so much with my leadership – we have had very little teacher involvement, we have a deadline and we have to do it to the best of our ability. It makes you proud; I can’t wait for my family and friends to see it.

Do you think that your item will actually make a difference to the problem of deforestation?

AD: Realistically, on a global scale, I think no. It’s a moving piece and we’ve had a few people cry and really feel emotional about it, but it’s so hard to make something productive out of it. But if we can do a good job, we can make an impression. We can make people go home and think. The best part about Stage Challenge is that not only do we learn so much about our issue along the way, but the audience on the night sees a variety of issues that they might not have known about.

Do you have anything to say to your competition in a few weeks time?

CM: Bring it! We’re ready.

Herein lies the truth of Stella’s words. The theatre is the seeing-place, the place where the public can come to see the truth about society. Students, children, teenagers; we have four to six minutes to capture an issue, capture the attention of the audience and say, “Behold! This is life.” It is not our job to provide answers, but it is rather our job to make the people in the audience ask questions of themselves.

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Careers - How about Coaching in Cafes?

My peers at school and I have recently been thrown into the deep end – we’ve been on work experience. An opportunity to experience the big, bad world of “work”. Our social networking generation has had to work on our face-to-face networking in order to find out which career we may be suited to. As one of my friends found out, just because you like cats does not mean you are cut out to be a veterinarian.

I’ve had the amazing opportunity to pretend I was working at Benefitz – publishers of this excellent monthly community magazine, Channel. It’s been a great experience, and it has opened my eyes to jobs I had never even realised existed. We’ve all heard the expression that 80% of our jobs haven’t been invented yet. That makes me wonder how many jobs are out there that we don’t hear about; the different, interesting jobs that may inspire us to walk down a path that we’d never even seen before.

So I spoke to Julie Hazelhurst, who leads a life working with what she loves and getting paid for it. Julie is a ‘Life Coach’.

As I met Julie in a cafe, she laughed, admitting that much of her work is done in cafes around Auckland.

“I drink a lot of coffee,” she jokes. Her bubbly and vivacious personality makes it so easy to talk to her, which is why she is so good at her job. As a life coach, she meets with individuals and teams of people to help them assess their life and set up action plans to achieve their goals. Step one is finding out what that person wants.

“If you don’t know what you want, it’s very hard to get there. I suppose the essence of what I do is finding out about one person; if they are fulfilled in their jobs, relationships, hobbies and goals. People spend so much time learning how their iPhone operates, how their computer works, but not enough time figuring out how they themselves function.”

She meets with people for an hour or so and acts as a mirror - showing them who they are and triggering them to ask the right questions about themselves, without any judgement or pre-set agendas. “I help them manage their thoughts and worries, be more motivated, manage their time, eat better, improve their self belief and confidence; whatever the client needs. Often people just need someone to be accountable to, or a bit of a push to get

going. I am just the catalyst.”

Julie began as a financial analyst, and then moved to the Julie Hazelhurst world of nutrition.

“I thought I was going to revolutionize the world; that everyone would be fit and eating well and healthy. However, soon I realised that most people knew all about how to do something, they knew more about calories and diets and nutritional values than I did, but the missing link was the motivation.”

Her advice for anyone else looking to get into life coaching is to “throw yourself into it and back yourself. It helps to do a certification in order to become credible and to figure out if you’re right for the job. If you find that people often come to you for advice, that you are energized by being around people, and that you get joy through others achievements, you are 90% there.”

She describes her job as powerful, dynamic and energetic, admitting that “there’s a bit of stigma surrounding life coaching. All I do is empower other people – we all have the potential to be whatever we want to be, and I just give them the tools to get there.”

Friendly and confident, Julie is perfectly suited to this job, something I’d never even heard of before meeting her. It’s scary yet encouraging that there are so many careers out there - so many different paths for us fresh-faced students to take. Personally, I get asked what career I would like to pursue in what feels like every conversation. How could I possibly know now? There is so much out there that I’ve yet to discover. Maybe I’ll get a job that hasn’t even been created yet, or maybe I’ll just win the Lotto, and lie on the beach. Either way, I’m excited to find out.

If you want to contact Julie to work with her or ask her any more questions, feel free to email her at julie@optimumpeople.co.nz

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School Ball An introduction into adulthood?

It is perhaps a shame that ball season falls in winter. It could be the lack of natural tan from the sun that encourages young girls to turn themselves into orange pumpkins two days out from their all-important night. But as much as I may ridicule the over-the-top preparation of some teenage girls, I still think that there must be some magic hidden in that night when youth and maturity, for once, collide.

The school ball, the prom, the formal; different names, but essentially the feeling is the same - a celebration of the last year of high school. With all the media attention focused on after-balls and such negative connotations, students don’t hear much about the tradition, the history, and the cultural significance of the school ball.

The word “ball” comes from the Latin word “ballare,” meaning “to dance.”

The ‘ball’ began as a simple gathering of youth to dance in a formal context, but has been inspired by the American prom to become what it is today.

The original “prom” came from middle class replications of upper class “promenades”, where a young lady is officially introduced to the adult society.

Early proms were a time of firsts - first pair of heels, first real dress up affair, perhaps the first time in adult company socially. Popularity of the prom in America varied over the years, as the 1960’s teens were more interested in rebellion and anti-war rallies, but returning in full swing, only to gain in

popularity and significance.

From the small, secluded North Shore, we see very little of the different ways there are of celebrating this milestone from around the world. For example, in Pakistan, ‘Prom King and Queen’ are referred to as Gentleman and Lady of the Night. In Finland, students learn 10-15 dances in preparation. Many countries celebrate 100 days before they finish school - roughly translated, it becomes, “The 100 Day Party”. In Russia, Belarus and Ukraine they never have their dance on the 22nd of June, as to show reverence to that date in 1941, when all graduates were drafted to fight in World War II. Whether it’s in celebration of their graduation, or a cultural event to welcome them into society, the ball remains a timeless event for youth worldwide, and a way for the family and the community to be involved with this milestone.

Ah, the ball season, when hormones, high heels, and high hopes collide. When remembering the balls of the past year and preparing for the ones ahead, when arguing about after-balls and the cost of fake eyelashes, let us remember what it came from – the introduction into adulthood – and let the belles and gentlemen of the North Shore act accordingly.

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Education: Rosmini College

Ray Hu, Daniel Meech, Kuba Rozmus.

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World Language

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Championship A World Language championship took place recently. Organised by 'Language Perfect', it was advertised on National TV and saw more than 140,000 students from all around the world joining in to compete.

Students at intermediate level went head to head with university students. Many languages were offered and for ten days the competition was fierce. Finally, in the French language category, Ray Hu of Year 13 finished 2nd. He was 4th overall, all languages combined.

Two other Rosmini boys, Kuba Rozmus and Daniel Meech of Year 10 were part of the small group, like Ray, who won an Elite award for reaching 10,000 points. Only 229 competitors managed to achieve this.

Overall, Rosmini finished 13th in French in New Zealand, out of 177 schools, and 29th in the world out of 630 schools. All languages combined, Rosmini finished 53rd out of 802 schools, and 19th out of 211 schools in New Zealand.

A great performance to all the boys involved, and especially to Ray, Kuba and Daniel for their exceptional performance.

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Rosmini 50th Jubilee Rosmini College's Jubilee celebrations were held over Queen’s Birthday weekend.

Friday night saw the auditorium packed as old boys renewed old friendships and told their stories.

The mood was festive and friendly and Mike Taylor, Board Chairman, addressed the gathering. Ross Halpin, who had a big hand in the organisation for the evening, did a great job and everyone had a great time.

On the Saturday the sports fixtures were well attended and a large number of old boys took the opportunity to have a guided tour of their school.

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recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours Tom Gerrard, Principal of Rosmini College for 36 years, was recognised for his services to education in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours, becoming an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM).

Tom was also honoured at the 25th Jubilee celebrations of the Secondary Principals' Association of New Zealand with a SPANZ pin for his contribution to secondary education and principalship.

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The inaugural Antonio Rosmini awards went to:

Peter Maire Science Centre and Tom Gerrard Gymnasium and were impressed.

The Jubilee dinner at Eden Park on Saturday 1. John Copson (Award for Business Excellence).

2. Fr Aidan Cunningham (Award for Pastoral Care). night saw 500 guests enjoy a wonderful evening. A 3. David Kosoof (Award for Sporting Excellence).

Rosmini Old Boy, Craig Stanaway, was the Master 4. Peter O'Connor (Award for Social Justice). of Ceremonies, and he was a great success. Tom 5. Peter Maire (Award for Innovation Technology).

Gerrard, Matt Casey, Fr Jim Flynn, the Superior 6. Michael O’Neill and Peter van der Fluit General of the Rosminian Order, and Fr Hill addressed (Awards for Artistic Achievement). the assembly. The speeches were well received and 7. Anthony Boric (Award for Sporting Excellence). then the Antonio Rosmini awards were presented.

On the Sunday over 500 attended the Jubilee ensured in no small part by the commendable efforts of Mass which was led by bishops Pat Dunn and Kevin Barry and his team.

Charles Drennan. The success of the jubilee was

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Horse Drop Fundraising Day

The training is really satisfying, I thrive on it. I enjoy pushing myself… But I love competition as well - I love the environment, the adrenalin. I love all of it.

Local pole-vaulter

aiming high – By Rachel Ramsay

Teen pole-vaulter Nick Southgate, who is in the midst of his final year at Rosmini, is a bright hope for New Zealand’s athletics future.

Like many budding Auckland athletes, the 18-year-old treats the Millennium Institute as a second home, training six times a week for up to three hours a session.

It is not surprising that he has already stacked up some notable sporting achievements.

In March he became the youngest New Zealander ever to win the senior men’s pole vault at the National Championships. He is the current national record holder in the M16 and M17 categories, and has equalled the M18 record with a jump of five metres.

Last year he finished fourth at the IAAF World Youth Championships - the best result ever achieved at the event by a New Zealand pole-vaulter.

All things considered, it is clear why he has earned a place as a Gold member on the Rio 2016 Development Squad – meaning he has been identified as an athlete who has the potential to finish in the top 16 at the Rio Olympics.

This month, he is heading to the IAAF Junior World Championships, where he says his biggest competition is himself.

“This year I’m focusing more on getting a personal best than getting a place,” he says. “Ideally I’d love to place in the top five, but anything can happen on the day.”

Nick was a promising athlete from an early age. When he was younger, he was heavily involved in gymnastics. However when wrist injuries started holding him back in the sport, he looked to other options.

His gymnastics coach at the time suggested Nick give pole-vaulting a try. Incidentally, that same gymnastics coach, Jeremy McColl, is Nick’s current coach.

Since taking up pole vaulting, Nick has never looked back, and says he still enjoys every minute of his involvement in the sport.

“The training is really satisfying, I thrive on it. I enjoy pushing myself,” he says. “But I love competition as well - I love the environment, the adrenalin. I love all of it.”

It is just as well he is enjoying himself, because Nick is dreaming big – his long-term goals include the Glasgow Commonwealth Games in 2014 and the Rio Olympics in 2016.

As much as he loves the sport, Nick admits it does have its challenges.

“Funding is an issue,” he says. “My family pays for most of my athletics costs.

“When you do the amount of travel we do, it adds up. We get small grants through organisations like Athletics New Zealand, but the sport isn’t big enough here for us to receive the same type of sponsorships as athletes overseas. At times it’s a struggle, and we’re always looking for some kind of help.”

Nick will be competing at the IAAF World Junior Championships from July 10-15. We wish him the best of luck!

A fun way to raise funds for kids Gold Coast Touch Trip.

Belmont Primary – Sunday 29th of July.

24 North Harbour based kids have been invited to play for the under 13 boys or girls Global Sport Touch Team to play in Australia from September 29th until October 7th.

This will be a fantastic opportunity for these kids, as they will receive some of the best coaching from the top Australian touch coach on the Gold Coast. They play two games each night from Tuesday to Friday then on the Saturday they get to play against three top Australian sides and together with the U15’s U17’s U19’s Open and over 35’s to try and retain the “Challenge Cup”. Most of these kids have represented North Harbour age group touch teams last season including four players from last seasons undefeated Under 13 boys development team who won Gold at this years IPS Series held in Rotorua.

These kids have been madly trying to fundraise to get themselves across to the Gold Coast for this tournament; one of their major fundraisers is the “Horse Drop Day” which is being held at Belmont Primary School on Sunday 29th of July.

The cost for each player is $1900, this includes airfares, taxes, accommodation, tour bus, food and uniforms, and this tour is sanctioned by Touch New Zealand and Touch North Harbour.

The “Horse Drop Day” field is divided up into one metre squares and each square costs $5 which is a really good deal because could win you $3000 – or if you are there on the day you stand to win $3500.

So come along and have some fun there will be a “Hole in One Golf Competition, Pony Rides, Sausage sizzle, coffee and of course the Horse Drop, the fun starts at 11am then the horse is led onto the field about 1pm.

The teams are aiming to do one more fundraiser after the “Horse Drop’ and that will be a “Sporting Memorabilia” raffle which will include a round of golf with World No.1 women’s amateur Lydia Ko (her pro coach, the winner and a mate), Brisbane Bronco signed memorabilia, signed All Black jersey and signed David Tua gloves.

So get on board the “Horse Drop Day” and support some very exciting talent from the North Shore.

For information about 'Horse Drop Fundraising Day' tickets, contact Jaci by email at jaci@slingshot.co.nz

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Education: Pinehurst School

Harrison Rumney with his lucky 'hole in one' ball.

Win for Pinehurst Golfers with Hole in One Buzz OPEN DAY 22 AUGUST COLLEGE TOUR starts 1:30pm

Pinehurst Primary golfers recently won the Abros School Tri Series competition held last week at Northridge Golf Club, wining the series by two shots with 10 year old Year 6 student Harrison Rumney, leading the team to victory scoring a Hole in One. Harrison’s Hole in One shot on the 9th hole, a 3 par, has placed him in the record books for becoming the first Primary student to score a Hole in One in a North Harbour Golf competition.

Described by Pinehurst School staff members as a good all round sport person who practices hard to achieve high goals on the sports field, this is an incredible feat for Harrison who only started playing golf as a Year 4 student just two years ago after joining the Pinehurst School Golf Programme.

Congratulations to team members Harrison Rumney, Jaiden James, Scott Bartlett and Lachlan Taylor.

Pinehurst Student Wins Prestigious Lions’ Public Speaking Competition While most enjoyed a relaxing weekend, Year 13 Pinehurst student, Ben Thomas competed to win the Lion’s Young Speech Makers’ Auckland competition.

Representing Pinehurst across an array of Auckland schools, Ben was required to prepare and make a five to six minute speech and a two minute impromptu speech with only one minute to prepare. Ben’s coach Headmistress of Pinehurst College Ms Jacqueline White explains how pleased she was with the commitment he had displayed leading up to the event, spending weeks prior drafting and practicing his speech.

“By competition day I was confident that Ben had achieved what was needed to win with the victory coming as no great surprise to me. He was, quite simply, outstanding, she says.

The adjudication panel obviously agreed with Ms White who was clearly impressed by Ben’s manner and the content of his speeches.

Ben will now represent Auckland at the National Finals in August. Should he win, he will receive a Ben Thomas with his coach Headmi trip to the United States and Canada at year’s end. of Pinehurst Scho stress ol Pinehurst is grateful to the Greenhithe Lions for Jacqueline White Senior College Ms . Photo by Vivid Ltd. sponsoring his entry into the competition.

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Education: Takapuna Grammar

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Simon Lamb and Owen Alexander.

It's a fact that parents on the North Shore have a great choice of schools for their children, arguably the best in New Zealand. It is refreshing to learn that schools are working closely together to further enhance the opportunities for our kids.

An example of this is the close relationship between Takapuna Grammar School (TGS) and Takapuna Normal Intermediate. It is referred to by the principals of these schools as "conversations around learning."

Owen Alexander has been the principal at Takapuna Normal Intermediate for 12 years. Simon Lamb, the principal at Takapuna Grammar, is in his ninth year. The two share similar philosophies on what great teaching and good learning is, and the winners are the local youngsters.

I met the two at Takapuna Normal Intermediate in early June to see first-hand what education 2012-style is all about. And I can tell you it has changed a great deal since this 49 year old had children at intermediate school.

The biggest change is the impact that the World Wide Web is now having on how kids learn. It is a powerful tool that is slowly eliminating the need for text books.

At Takapuna Normal Intermediate I ventured into their modern library to see the youngsters learning.

The area for the computers (predominantly Apple) is comparative in size to the area for books. Apparently every student has their own online portal within a secure online area housed in the Cloud. This online tool is called KnowledgeNet (www.knowledgenet. com) and is home (via user name and password access) to most of their work – resources, homework and their very own blog. One of the Takapuna Normal Intermediate students showed me the work she was doing and the way she could navigate around the computer was amazing. She demonstrated her own KnowledgeNet work portal and showed me how her

maths work was being done via an online tool called MyMaths (www.mymaths.co.uk). Amazing.

Takapuna Normal Intermediate principal Owen Alexander explained that many of the kids already have smart phone devices in their pockets that provide online access. He can see a time in the not too distant future when it is common practice that they will use these devices for school work as well.

"Email is becoming old-hat to today’s students, with social media having a big influence on the way they communicate. They have Facebook and other forms of social media and many have their own blogs. The same is happening at school. Via the Internet they can now communicate with the world. Our (Takapuna Normal Intermediate) students recently spent one week teaching English to students in Columbia online. The next week the Columbian kids returned the favour with Spanish lessons."

Due to its availability, online video is also now a strong tool for teachers to lead subjects. It is a visual world for young people these days and video is obviously a great way to enhance their learning.

Technology is also a strong feature at TGS. The school made an investment in a locally developed internet video conferencing system called FaceMe and this is used by students to communicate with others all over the world.

"FaceMe is a great tool for our students," explained Simon Lamb. "We use it to teach English to students in countries like Japan and Korea. It was even used recently by a school music group to perform for a school based in Korea."

We should be proud of the way Takapuna Normal Intermediate is leading the field for our kids in providing international learning standards. Four years

ago, the school was the first state intermediate in the world to adopt the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme.

"IB is a perfect match with the New Zealand curriculum and it enables us to benchmark, with not only schools in New Zealand, but also internationally," explained Owen Alexander. "It is great that IB is going to be introduced by Simon and his team at TGS from 2013, which means our students now have a local pathway and TGS can grow that. IB offers a conceptual approach to learning."

"Students have a world view now due to the tools at their disposal and IB certainly enhances their opportunities on the world stage," adds Simon Lamb.

"With TGS having IB from next year, local students can now follow this programme from year seven at Takapuna Normal Intermediate through to year 13 at TGS. Owen and I have education philosophies that are closely aligned, and IB is an example of the resulting collaboration benefitting students. Pastoral care is very important so we are very keen on our staff working closely and having support systems that also work together."

Other examples of the two schools working together are: the TGS Japanese teacher also teaches at Takapuna Normal Intermediate and gifted children at Takapuna Normal Intermediate receive tuition in maths from TGS teachers. The two schools also share resources in marketing to attract international students.

It's all great news for North Shore parents.

Visit: www.takapuna.school.nz and www.Takapuna Normal Intermediates.school.nz.

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Education: Westlake Girls High School

14th Annual Bollywood

High School Dance Competition

The Westlake Girls’ Bollywood Dance group.

National Recognition for Westlake Girls Thespians Wellington at Queen’s Birthday Weekend was alive and buzzing with secondary school students competing in the Shakespeare’s Globe Centre New Zealand, National University of Otago Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival (or the SGCNZNUOSWSF for short – yes, we know it’s a mouthful!). 500 participants nationally converged on Wellington East Girls’ College to perform scenes from over 20 Shakespeare plays and to participate in workshops on Shakespearean theatre.

Westlake Girls High School’s Alice Allfree, Ruby Hey, Sharleen Shergill, Yingzi Song and Laura Staveley performed a 15 minute scene from Love’s Labour’s Lost. Student director, Alice set the play in modern times at an all-girls school, where four students make a pact to swear off boys in order to dedicate more time to study. Alice received awards for Outstanding Student Direction and Outstanding Individual Comic Role. She also won the national SGCNZ static image competition for her piece inspired by Hamlet and achieved a Highly Commended for her costume design portfolio. This was an outstanding achievement.

It is not surprising, therefore, that Alice Allfree was selected to participate in the National Shakespeare School Production in October 2012. This week-long programme of only 40 invited students nationally includes workshops and rehearsals of Shakespeare’s plays for public performance. The opportunity to work with respected Shakespearean directors is a draw card. About 25 students who shine join New Zealand’s Young Shakespeare Company and perform at The Globe Theatre in England, in August 2013. Westlake Girls’ High School is proud to celebrate the achievements of Alice and her team.

It did not happen of course without support and encouragement of two key staff behind the scenes: Mrs Ann Alice Allfree.

Marie Allan and Mary Jane Milburn.

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The Westlake Girls’ Bollywood Dance group recently competed in the 14th ANNUAL BOLLYWOOD HIGH SCHOOL DANCE COMPETITION, competing against groups from 23 other Secondary schools. This is one of the most popular Bollywood events attracting 3000 plus people and the performance was judged by dance professionals (70%) and audience (30%).

The students did their own choreography, with a mix of classical to contemporary and with a modern twist of Bollywood.

Our school’s performance was judged on Music, the synchronization with music and dance, choreography and presentation.

Much to the students’ excitement, this is the first ever win for Westlake Girls High School. They scooped 2 of the major awards.

1. 2nd Runner–up: Westlake Girls received the trophy plus $750 cash.

Congratulations to the following students: Noor Kaur, Richa Chandra, Pooja Bhagath, Amrita Raj, Rhea Chandra, Prachi Brahmbhatt, Aathira Nair, Niharika Kudumula, Pratiti Roy and Kavita Patel 2. Best Female Dancer in the Competition - Pooja Bhagath. Special Congratulations on winning the BEST Female dancer. She won a Sterling Silver Bracelet Plus a free Dance Lesson from the Academy School of Dance.

Westlake Girls’ Bollywood Dance group also won the most facebook likes (1480 votes) and the students had the opportunity to meet with a UK R and B singer.

This is a great achievement for Westlake Girls Bollywood Dance Group.

Congratulations to these students who worked hard over the past 7 weeks who are rightfully proud of their achievement.

Workchoice Day Winner – Kirsty Gemmell Kirsty attended the Science & Research Workchoice Day hosted by BioLactia and Labtests.

Kirsty completed a quiz while at Labtests and was the winner, scoring herself 2 passes to Hoyts.

Well done Kirsty.

Kirsty Gemmell.

BRING IT ON! Congratulations to the Westlake Girls and Boys High School Bring It On crew who won their Heat on Friday 1st of June. The students have worked extremely hard since the start of the year and their performance on the night was fantastic.

They now progress to the Bring It On schools Final which will be held on Saturday, the 21st of July. We wish them all the best in the coming weeks as they prepare for this event.

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with Adele Lendich

Sports Week Recently Westlake Girls held the inaugural Sports Week. The aim was to promote sport to all during lunchtimes with a variety of sporting activities.

Staff member Miss Visser kicked the week off on Monday with a mass Zumba class on the new fields followed by Mr Ov on Wednesday providing students and staff with a martial arts session. Tuesday and Thursday had the Sports Committee providing numerous sports to have a go at, included were lacrosse, touch, netball, hockey, football, volleyball and badminton.

Friday saw the staff vs. student matches in football, netball and touch, all matches were hard fought with the students winning the football and netball and the staff touch. The week was a great success and plans are underway for a similar event around the Olympic Games in July plus have regular staff vs. student’s matches throughout the year.

Lacrosse Tori Lelo has just been selected in a World Series Lacrosse team that is to travel in the school holidays to play in a 5 day series against the Great Britain Womens team (that has been selected for the next world cup) in London.

The tournament will be running from 7 – 12 July. The team Tori has been selected in has players from the Tori Lelo.

USA, Canada, Japan, Czech Republic to name a few. She is the only New Zealander selected to go which is a wonderful opportunity for her. Tori has been a member of the school lacrosse team for a number of years and for the past two seasons has been player-coach.

Weightlifting Ella Pilkington recently attended the Oceania and Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Samoa where she had great success.

She won a gold medal in the Youth Oceania’s and bronze medals in both the Junior Oceania’s and Youth Commonwealth. Her lift of 52kg for the snatch was Ella Pilkington. personal best and along with her lift of 63kg in the clean and jerk she set a new pb total of 115kg.

Ella stated that “it was an amazing experience”.

By Adele Lendich, CEO of Netball North Harbour. adele@netballnorthharbour.co.nz

Sponsorship support vital We are delighted that many of our local businesses recognise the importance of playing sport and their support helps us keep netball accessible, enjoyable and affordable for families.

AMI Netball North Harbour has a wide-ranging sponsorship architecture that reflects the various benefits to Sponsors, Advertisers and Community Partners. This also includes significant signage opportunities. If you would like to find out more about promotional opportunities for your business at NNH, please contact me on 481 0022 and I would be happy to talk with you and provide further information.

You are invited to support the netball community at our first Mid Year Book Fair in the Onewa Arena from 9.00am-3.00pm on Sunday 29th July.

The Book Fair will be held in conjunction with the NNH Year 5-8 Tournament on the same day. If you have any Children’s titles, or Adult fiction and nonfiction books in soft and hard cover that you would like to donate to our fundraiser please drop them off to our Office during office hours – or, if you are at the netball courts during the week your books can be dropped into the office or the VIP Room upstairs next to the Function Room.

Proceeds will help Netball North Harbour maintain and upgrade our facilities to enable our netball complex to continue to be a social focus for families.

COMING UP… Netball North Harbour Diamond Jubilee GOLDIES tournament. Register a team with your old team mates. This is a 2 day tournament to be held 2930th September. We have three age groups - 35+, 45+, and 55+. We will be having a celebratory dinner on the Saturday evening recognising 60 years of Netball at North Harbour.

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North Shore History with David Verran

Flagstaff and the Lake in the 1820s and 1830s

Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries. 4-4549.

For centuries, Tamaki-makau-rau was a much fought over landscape and the results of the last major conflict in the early 1820s, between local iwi and Ngapuhi from the North, were still obvious to those who ventured into the three harbours right up to the proclamation of Auckland in September 1840. Volcanic soils for kumara growing, ready access to kai moana in the Kaipara, Waitemata and Manukau Harbours and waka links between these harbours Northwards and Southwards, had in the past all encouraged different iwi to settle in the Auckland area. However, from the early to mid 1820s much of the land became desolate, with only the ruins of once proud pa, kainga and cultivations. Few waka ventured into these harbours.

The French Captain Jules-Sebastian-Cesar Dumont d’Urville navigated the Waitemata Harbour in his corvette ‘Astrolabe’ in the middle of February 1827. On 20 February, he landed at Takapuna (North Head) and climbed Takuranga (Mount Victoria) to try to see the Tasman Sea – obviously a forlorn hope. In his climb, he saw no sign of any inhabitants, although he could see a little smoke from a Maori settlement on distant hills – likely the Waitakere ranges. He then crossed over to the other side of the harbour to a deserted Orakei and then met members of Ngati Paoa in the Tamaki River area.

Those iwi associated with the North Shore and surrounding areas, Te Kawerau, Ngai Tai, Ngati Paoa and others of Marutuahu (Ngati Maru, Ngati Tamatera and Ngati Whanaunga), Ngati Whatua and Te Taou, only began to return in the mid to late 1830s, still fearing the return of Ngapuhi. On the North Shore, Rahopara (Castor Bay), Te Onewa (Northcote Point), Te Mataraeamana (Kauri Point), Takuranga (Mount Victoria), Takapuna (North Head) and other pa sites had been long abandoned and only slowly re-occupied. Pa had protected local kainga in the vicinity, and Maori relied on local shellfish, roots and berries, kumara cultivation and nearby fishing grounds especially shark.

Physically, the stretch of land along what is now King Edward Parade in Devonport at that time featured three volcanic cones – North Head, Mount Victoria and Mount Cambria. Narrow Neck was just a small stretch of land between the beach and the inlet where Alison Park is now. The area now known as the

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In his climb, he saw no sign of any inhabitants, although he could see a little smoke from a Maori settlement on distant hills – likely the Waitakere ranges.

Devonport Domain was a streambed flowing from Mounts Cambria and Victoria.

Elsewhere across the North Shore, there were also few signs of human influence on the geological landscapes. In the past, the North Shore had had great kauri forests, evidenced by the amount of kauri gum unearthed by mid to late nineteenth century gum diggers, but fires from such events as lightning strikes, volcanic activity and deliberate burnings for cropping had decimated them. By the 1830s, there remained only low-lying scrub over large parts of the North Shore.

Heteraka Takapuna, the last chief of Ngai Tai, is said to have returned to Takapuna (North Head) around 1835 or 1836. The story is that he planted a weeping willow tree, originating from Napoleon's St Helena, by the inlet between Narrow Neck and Ngataringa Bay. One can only guess from where that sapling came.

From September 1840, and Hobson's arrival in Auckland to create the new capital of the colony of New Zealand, the Devonport area became known as Flagstaff, from the naval signalling station on Mount Victoria, while the Takapuna area was first known as the Lake – after Lake Pupuke.

By David Verran.

North Shore Hospital News

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Volunteers with a voice Sometimes, Claudia Fitzsimmons and Mary Brown just need to look at each other, and they’ll start laughing together.

After 11 years, they have become the best of friends.

For that time Claudia has visited Mary once a week, helping her to practise and become more confident in communicating.

Twelve years ago Mary was playing cards when she suddenly lost most of the use the right side of her body and the ability to communicate coherently through speech. She’d just had a serious stroke.

After months of rehab she returned home and was referred by her speech language therapist to the Volunteer Stroke Scheme.

Run out of North Shore Hospital, and administered by Waitemata DHB, the regional scheme trains volunteers to help people who have had a stroke

BEST FRIENDS: After 11 years, Claudia Fitzsimmons (left) and Mary Brown know each other so well they can finish one another’s sentences.

practise their communication skills.

Some volunteers work with groups of six to eight people, who meet weekly.

Others, like Claudia, work one-on-one with people like Mary – visiting at home for an hour a week.

Sometimes those visits can last longer. “When I first started, it was an hour because Mary used to get quite tired,” says Claudia. “Now it’s more like an hour and a half.”

They go through the newspaper, talking about what’s happening. Sometimes they talk about where they have travelled, or just what they’ve been doing for the past week. They communicate through speaking, writing, pictures, and sometimes just through knowing each other so well they can finish one another’s sentences.

Mary describes Claudia as “wonderful”. “I love her,” she says. Claudia says Mary has a great sense of humour. “We laugh about everything.”

Since Claudia has been visiting, Mary’s ability to communicate has improved dramatically. And Claudia reckons she gets as much out of Mary as Mary gets out of her.

“I’m really humbled by the way that Mary can lead a busy, independent life, despite her hurdles. If Mary can lead a life like that, then why worry about the small stuff?”

Volunteer Stroke Scheme:• 130 volunteers work with 137 clients, in groups and one-to-one.

• Volunteers receive training in the effects of stroke and methods of communication.

• Volunteers and clients are matched by locality and interests.

• To volunteer, email the Volunteer Stroke Scheme: vss@waitematadhb.govt.nz

Golden hands – helping hands

New faces and hours

The North Shore Hospital Foundation is about to auction a golden sculpture of Greg Murphy’s hand – and those of other famous New Zealanders – to raise money for the hospital.

Called Hands 4 Health, it follows a successful 2005 campaign, when the sale of the first hands and other fundraising activities raised more than $150,000.

This time, the money will go towards buying software that lets paramedics send vital information about cardiac patients directly to cardiac and emergency specialists, so they can begin treatment in the field.

North Shore Foundation executive director Jane Hunter made the sculptures, covered with gold leaf, with former Waitemata DHB breast care nurse specialist Denise Flett. “We personally went out to the contributors homes and made the hands,” says Jane.

This second, and final, release will go to public auction this month. It is now open for advance purchase. Contact Jane Hunter on 486 8954 or by email at jane.hunter@waitematadhb.govt.nz.

Anyone who spends time at North Shore Hospital’s emergency department and assessment and diagnostic unit will have noticed some new faces over the past few months.

The number of allied health professionals has grown, to cope with the increasing number of patients and provide cover over extended hours.

The three most recent additions are physiotherapists Kiera Ollerton and Chloe King, and social worker Evelien Carrein, all in new positions created this year.

They join Laura Chaston, the first occupational therapist specifically covering the departments fulltime.

All are enjoying the team atmosphere, and say as the medical and nursing staff get used to the extended allied health hours, they are getting more referrals.

Physiotherapists are now rostered from 7:30am-7:30pm, Monday to Friday, while the social workers now work until 7:30pm from Wednesday to Friday, and from 8am-4:30pm Saturday and Sunday. The hours are a trial and may change depending on staff feedback and patient need.

Right: HAND UP: A golden sculpture of racing driver Greg Murphy’s hand.

For more information visit our website www.waitematadhb.govt.nz

HELPING HANDS: Physiotherapists Chloe King (left) and Kiera Ollerton (right) and social worker Evelien Carrein are boosting allied health numbers in North Shore Hospital’s ED and ADU.

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Caring For Your Car: with Car-Fe Rob Bonnici is the Car Guy. Rob lives, eats and breathes car cleaning products and services.

Having a background in chemicals, car cleaning products and now owning a 7 day a week car cleaning and grooming centre, he is without a doubt the most passionate and the most knowledgeable car guy in New Zealand. Rob, along with his wife Siobhan, owns Car’fe facing the motorway in Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna. Rob is more than happy to help you out with any car cleaning issues. Email: Carfe.takapuna@xtra.co.nz or Phone 488-7000.

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Getting a head start on winter Interesting facts about car batteries and what makes them go dead before their projected lifespan expires.

Winter means more than just cold weather for your battery. A dead battery in extreme cold can strand motorists and a battery failure at the wrong time can be a headache to say the least.

With the average car battery only lasting three to five years and some not even that long due to harsh conditions, you may have to deal with the battery issue more often.

What shortens a Batteries life?

An overcharging condition can cause a boiling condition inside the battery that eventually will reduce the amount of water and electrolyte in the cells.

An overcharge condition can be caused by the vehicle’s on-board alternator stemming from problems with voltage regulators or even the alternator itself.

A charging system test can reveal a problem with the on board system. Also automatic battery chargers can cause this same condition when the charger does not live up to its automatic functions.

You may not be able to do anything about this next cause of a shortened battery life if you have a sealed maintenance-free battery which most of us do.

Incorrect electrolyte levels in the battery cells will reduce the batteries storage capacity. Electrolyte can be lost due to evaporation during hot weather as well as an overcharge condition mentioned above.

More things that shorten Battery life Battery corrosion can develop from an overcharging condition as well. The corrosion is actually created from any naturally occurring gas that develops from the electrolyte acid and water combination.

A little known fact about car batteries is that a light corrosion film that builds on top of the battery cover can also create a path for current travel. This can allow the battery to have a slowly discharging condition. Keeping the top of the battery clean as well as keeping the terminals and connectors clean

and protected can have extremely positive effects on the life of the battery.

Another possibility that can have negative effects would be if your automobiles charging system is not fully recharging the battery.

A worn drive belt can slip and not turn the alternator to its full capacity.

Internal problems such as blown diodes or defective regulators can cause an undercharge condition as well.

But another common problem would be a short run time coupled with lots of stop and go driving. If the vehicle runs for a short time and only at idle the alternator will not have the proper RPMs and length of time to fully recharge the battery. Do this often enough and you will have a short battery life.

Temperature affects the power and operation of batteries as they do not like cold weather or extremely hot weather either. At 0°F a battery is said to be working at about 40% of its available capacity. This is because the chemical reaction inside the battery is hindered by low temperatures. Added to the problem is that an engines oil will become thicker at lower temperatures therefore requiring more cold cranking amps to turn the engine over. Extreme heat can cause the loss of electrolyte as explained above.

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The Poynton: People

Glenda Haupt and her happy customers.

Hair Today, Resident Tomorrow!

Popular hairdresser at The Poynton, Glenda Haupt is a real gem! So it’s no surprise that when she became hairdresser at The Poynton retirement village in Takapuna, her loyal clients followed her there!

That was not even enough for local Milford resident, Joan Corbett, who not only visited her for regular appointments, but then decided to make The Poynton her permanent home after several salon visits!

“I had absolutely no intention of leaving my house and moving into a retirement village”, Joan says, “I was purely going to the hairdresser for my regular haircut.” That attitude soon changed when Joan sat in the comfort of the trendy Calm Salon environment, surrounded by the laughter and fun loving residents in this wonderful village. With her hair beautifully done, Joan would return to her house on her own and survey the maintenance and garden chores that surrounded her. It didn’t take her long to make the decision to leave this stressful lifestyle behind her!

Joan has not regretted it for a minute! She laughs as she admires her beautifully styled hair, “I can now go and meet my friends for morning tea in the village café without stepping outside in the wind or rain!” Fellow residents who have used Glenda’s services for many years, Joan Hawkins and Gwen Arkle, enthuse about Glenda’s hairdressing skills and her ready to please attitude and are delighted that she is now conveniently located in the village, just a minute’s walk from their apartments!

Offering a wide range of hair and beauty treatments, including cutting, colour, styling, perming, manicures and pedicures, the

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salon is frequented by many residents, both male and female, as well as local residents in the area. And that’s the way The Poynton management like it. Visitors are always welcome at the village and encouraged to make use of the wonderful facilities on offer.

As the ladies leave the salon in great spirit, and I hear much admiration from passers-by, I cannot help but wonder, “if manners maketh a man”… does beautiful hair maketh a woman?

To make a hair appointment with Glenda, please call The Poynton on 488 5700. If you would like to view the village and its facilities (including the Calm Salon), pop into the Open Weekend on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd July, from 10am to 4pm.

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Our residents enjoy living in their stunning upmarket apartments, knowing they have security and peace of mind at all times. Fine dining, great leisure facilities and a lively atmosphere make The Poynton a fun place to be.

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Gundry's Grumbles with Simon Gundry

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

Love getting back to Devonport, but...

Last month I went to California – to attend the wedding of the son of a great friend of mine, who I met while crewing on a yacht to Europe in the 1970’s.

It is indeed great getting back there to catch up with so many old friends. I found California had changed somewhat though, from the good days of the dotcom boom, this is now just a fading memory for some people. It is very sad to see the hordes of unemployed in San Francisco – Bay area, on the motorway exits and entries with signs stating they were fit and able if only someone would give them a job.

It was rather eye opening and sad to see, coming from such a sheltered place as the North Shore. We drove down into the Salinis Valley, down past King City into Paso Robles and into San Luis Obispo – I love this part of the world, as I’d read so much about it in my early days at Takapuna Grammar School in the John Steinbeck novels – and it’s all still there, just at Steinbeck had seen it, the small dusty towns, the migrant workers spending their days in the fields picking lettuces for the salad bowls of America. It’s exactly how Steinbeck would have witnessed it prior to writing his novels Grapes of Wrath or Cannery Row. I love visiting there, but I also love getting back to Devonport.

I think now, after two years of trials, the fish heads in Council should just admit that the cycle lanes between Devonport and Takapuna have been a complete disaster. It is time for them to admit this, and revert the cycle ways back to road and put the cyclists back on the back roads, for their own safety. This could be done rather easily, if people want to cycle to Takapuna, they can stick to the Narrow Neck beach side, up Seacliffe Avenue, through TGS where a designated cycle lane could be put in place, and then make their way to Takapuna along the beach. Or, on the western side, they could go via the Bayswater area, along Northboro Road and into Takapuna that way. To have this constant inconvenience to Lake Road is becoming just a joke. Lake Road worked very well prior to the

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Lake Road worked very well prior to the cycle lanes and it is time it was put back the way it was. cycle lanes and it is time it was put back the way it was.

While we are talking of fish heads and balloon heads in Council, and in this case within the Ports of Auckland – I would like to talk with the guy who instigated the installation of a wooden rail fence around the base of Stanley Bay Wharf. This fence has completely stopped the fun of dozens of kids, who used the wharf as a jump off area into the ocean, as kids have been doing in this part of the world for over a hundred years. I’m so sick of people coming into these positions for a couple of years, making nonsensical decisions and then disappearing into another balloon head corporation. Sometimes I feel we just take these things as citizens, without argument, without fighting back and without any reasoning – I personally have had enough of it. These Council officials just keep on making decisions that affect us for years, with no representation, they are just a bunch of faceless people who you can’t put your finger on, and you don’t know who they are anyway.

I had a situation last month, of undertaking a small contract on the North Shore, it was a Monday morning and I rang our beloved Council to organise a building inspection and was told, finally, after being able to speak to someone which took at least 15 minutes, that an inspector could not come to the job until at least Thursday afternoon. About an hour later, I had a complaint from a neighbour over a minor storm water runoff issue. The neighbour promptly went inside and called the Council, as he didn’t get a lot of sense from my reaction.

Within 25 minutes, two Council officers turned up, not one but two, in their stupid little Council car. These were Monitoring officers, it just seemed amazing to me that I couldn’t, as a respectable contractor, get a Council officer on site for four and a half days, but on a complaint from a neighbour, two Council officials arrive within 25 minutes – I just wonder how it all works.

I asked why two Monitoring Officers had to come to the site, when one could have done the job. It’s time we stood up as a community and start asking hard questions about the efficiency of our Councils.

It’s halfway through the year again, goodness where has the time gone?

I do also thank the people who come up to me in the street and agree with comments I’ve made in Channel Magazine. I really do enjoy this outlet to vent my frustrations at some of the stupidity that happens around our community.

Commercial Property with Andrew Hiskens, Colliers North Shore

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Andrew Hiskens, North Shore Managing Director, Colliers International

Investors still optimistic in difficult economic environment The results of Colliers International’s June 2012 quarter commercial property investor confidence survey shows the nation’s optimism levels about the year ahead remain positive, despite a slip in confidence since the last quarter.

Overall, investor confidence is at 10% optimistic, the report shows. This means that more of the survey’s respondents think things will get better for commercial property investors rather than worse in New Zealand over the next year, by the margin of 10%.

The survey is conducted by Colliers International’s national director of research and consulting, Alan McMahon, and his team based in Auckland CBD. Looking at the national and global economic picture, it is perhaps not surprising that investor confidence is yet to show a sustained recovery. Various economic indicators paint a picture of a stalled recovery in New Zealand, which is influencing the mood of investors.

Real GDP per capita shy of historic norms, there is only a slight recovery in bank lending to businesses and house sales are very low, which does not encourage spending. Annual real retail sales per capita are recovering, but are still only at 2006 levels. Meanwhile, non-residential building consents are at their lowest level for 15 years and demand is still down.

Despite investors’ subdued mood nationwide, there is still plenty of commercial property investment market activity on the North Shore. The industrial market is particularly active, with several high-profile investment properties on the market at the moment such as the Dulux building on Diana Drive and Clearlite Bathrooms’ base at 50-58 Hillside Road, both in the Wairau Valley.

This is reflected in Auckland industrial investors’ mood, the confidence survey shows. Auckland industrial investors are the most optimistic out of all the main commercial property sectors, at 38%.

Our latest industrial vacancy survey of 11 Auckland precincts, covering in excess of 10,000,000m² across 11 precincts, showed the Wairau Valley and North Harbour were the only precincts where vacancy levels fell over the past year.

This shows just how desirable these precincts are among North Shore businesses, with property being very tightly held. The North Shore’s robust demand, putting downward pressure on vacancy, also applies upward

pressure to land values.

Industrial property in Auckland also continues to dominate in terms of property sales, making up about 42% of all Auckland commercial property sales over $2 million last year.

Office investors are next most optimistic in Auckland at 28%, the confidence survey shows. Overall investor confidence in Auckland this quarter is at 23% – the country’s third most optimistic city behind Christchurch and Queenstown.

Christchurch is again the country’s most optimistic city, at a net 43%.

Christchurch’s optimism can likely be attributed to the fact that most respondents believe things can not get much worse over the next year.

Queenstown is consistently one of the nation’s most positive centres, owing to good tourist numbers and a CBD where property values have recovered strongly.

Industrial investors also continue to be the most optimistic in the other main centres, with Christchurch industrial investors the most bullish at 51%.

Wellington office investors are the country’s most pessimistic at -25%, which can be largely attributed to earthquake strengthening concerns.

The survey results were compiled from 4310 responses.

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Commercial Property: with Bayleys North Shore Commercial

This report comes from the Bayleys North Shore Commercial team.

Since 2010, two years of positive uptake of office space, albeit at a lower rate that previously experienced, is reflected in a reducing vacancy rate. As the recession took hold, between 2008 and 2009, the demand for new space dropped away severely, as is displayed by the drop off in annual absorption.

Turning Point for

North Shore Office Market The North Shore’s office sector has shown significant improvement over the last year with a marked reduction in overall vacancy as businesses continue to move into empty space. Currently 11.2% of space in the office precincts of the North Shore is unoccupied, down from 14.1% in 2011.

The reduction in vacancy comes for the first time in six years as positive absorption of space has begun to counter the long construction tail evident in the North Shore’s northern precincts. The construction tail comes from high levels of speculative development committed to in 2006 and 2007, driven by high levels of business creation and expansion, along with the availability of business development land, particularly in Albany, Mairangi Bay and Rosedale.

Since 2010, two years of positive uptake of office space, albeit at a lower rate that previously experienced, is reflected in a reducing vacancy rate. As the recession took hold, between 2008 and 2009, the demand for new space dropped away severely, as is displayed by the drop off in annual absorption. Concurrently, there was newly completed space still coming onto the market, resulting in a long-term upward push of vacancy rates. 2010 was the most detrimental year for the office sector as businesses were shedding space – approximately 2,500m².

Interest for office space is coming from two distinct markets, according to local agents – larger tenants taking the opportunity of the availability of space to move into their preferred locations and smaller businesses taking advantage of favourable rents to move into bigger premises to accommodate their growing business.

The availability of larger floor plates in the southern precincts of the North Shore has enabled larger tenants to relocate here. This has been one of the active sectors in the market over the last 12 months. The well established amenity of the southern precincts as well as easy accessibility to Auckland Central Business District has

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been another catalyst for companies to relocate as the opportunity has arisen.

Alternatively, the newer precincts further north are appealing to smaller growing businesses. These sorts of tenants are dominating the market for floor areas of between 100m² and 300m², of which there are a number of options in Albany, Rosedale and Mairangi Bay. These newer precincts, which saw a lot of speculative development through to the market peak, suffered the highest levels of vacancy in 2011, at close to 20%. The uptake by the aforementioned small businesses has dropped vacancy to between 8.5% and 12.2% for these northern precincts.

Another reason for increasing absorption of space over the last 12 months has been a more active owner-occupier market.

The combination of low interest rates and peaking vacancy has meant property prices and mortgage repayment costs have adjusted to a level where businesses are finding cashflow benefits in property ownership rather than paying rent. These businesses are soaking up some of the vacant space in areas where there is an over supply. The availability of office floors between 200m² and 300m² in the northern precincts, particularly Mairangi Bay, is proving to be popular with this sector of the market.

Moving through the coming 12 months, it is likely that uptake of space will continue along a similar vein of positive absorption, but at a reduced level when compared to 2007 and 2008. With a continued aversion to speculative office development, the overall vacancy rate will continue to slowly reduce.

Contact the Bayleys North Shore Commercial team: - 16 Northcroft Street, Takapuna. Phone 489-0999. Visit: www.bayleys.co.nz.

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Development/ Refurbishment Potential The property comprises two buildings linked by an overhead enclosed walkway with holding income from the building to the rear at Leek Street.

There are numerous options to upgrade the building given the dual street frontage and excellent car parking and the property would offer scope for commercial and residential use. The location is keenly sought after by investors and owner occupiers & developers must inspect this rare opportunity and affordable opportunity in prime Newmarket.

11.00am, Wednesday, 1st August 2012 Maritime Square, Ground Floor 4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue Auckland

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Choice of four quality commercial and retail investments, take your pick from national and international tenants, new 8 year leases or established tenants. New and modern buildings and quality locations.

• Flinfox International Ltd. returning $120,000 pa + GST, asking price 1,450,000 + GST (if any).

• Jet Design Studio Ltd. returning • New 8 year term leased to a cafe/ $58,705 pa + GST, asking price bar/restaurant returning $73,000 pa $659,000 + GST (if any). + GST , asking price $973,333 + GST • Novartis, Frost and Sullivan Ltd. two (if any). tenants with a total return $149,000 pa + GST, asking price $1,650,000 + GST FOR SALE (if any).

www.bayleys.co.nz/375344 RANJAN uNKA M 021 711 755

59 apoLLo dRiVe PRICES SLASHEd - OFFICE ANd RETAIL INVESTMENTS

• New three year term plus rights of renewal.

• Returning $100,000pa + GST + outgoings.

• Road front position.

• North facing.

• Building approximately 915m2.

• Functional building comprising of office/ showroom/warehouse.

• 14+ car parks.

• This will appeal to the astute Investor looking for an industrial Investment on the Shore.

• This is an opportunity not to be missed - FOR SALE so don’t miss out!

www.bayleys.co.nz/375416 gREg HEALEy M 021 805 854

CALEB BELLINg M 021 191 2275

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438 Lake Road

VACANT PRIME TAKAPuNA CENTRAL

PRIME FREEHOLd RETAIL INVESTMENT

• Standalone building.

• Two floors of 700m2 each or take the whole building of 1,400m2 approximately.

• 20+ basement car parks and storage rooms.

• New leases available immediately • Air conditioned, fibre optic cable, 3 phase power and own power transformer.

• Three retail tenancies on new four year leases.

• Returning $117,000pa + GST + Opex.

• Superb main road location with extensive frontage.

• High profile neighbours including The Coffee Club and Dick Smith Electronics.

• Five car parks.Development potential with possible sea views.

A rare opportunity presents itself for the astute investor to own a sought after freehold site in the heart of Takapuna.

In close proximity to many great neighbours. Multiple tenancies give greater income security.

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AuCTION (uNLESS SOLd PRIOR)

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79B eLLice Road

CHRISTINA HEAVEN M 0274 465 656

Newmarket

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• Approximately 630m2 of freehold titled property with sea views from upper decks.

• 2 levels of approximately 250m2 total.

• High profile location on busy Takapuna arterial route.

• Currently leased to a health centre tenant until October 2012 returning $84,176pa + GST. • (resource consents in place) • An excellent owner occupier opportunity or part owner occupation with investment income.

• Residential and commercial zoning.

• 10 car parks.

CHRISTINA HEAVEN M 0274 465 656

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Takapuna

AuCTION (uNLESS SOLd PRIOR) 11.00am, Wednesday, 1st August 2012 Maritime Square, Ground Floor 4 Viaduct Harbour Avenue Auckland

www.bayleys.co.nz/375415 NICK HOWE-SMITH M 021 624 524

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Spotlight On: Landmark Homes, North Shore & Rodney

Looking to build your dream home?

Tell Landmark your budget and they’ll stick to it…

Building your dream home with Landmark Homes is an exciting, enjoyable and satisfying experience. Over 40 suppliers and subcontractors are needed to install the 22,000 different components required to construct an average home.

It’s a complex procedure, but the Landmark Homes North Shore and Rodney based franchise team led by co-owners Paul and Debbie Brett have the expertise and skills to oversee and manage the entire process to ensure its success.

“Our focus is very much gaining an understanding of our customer requirements and working together to achieve them,” says Paul Brett. “We appreciate that the building process can be intense, and we have a great team of professionals that are with our clients every step of the way ensuring that the final result will be a superbly finished new home to be enjoyed and proud of for many years to come.”

“We are also aware of the financial commitment our customers are making,” says Debbie Brett. “So in saying ‘tell us your budget and we’ll stick to it’ we are committing to the positive spirit of the relationship. Paul and I both work ‘hands on’ in the business and our personal commitment, high integrity and values are an important factor commented on by our many satisfied customers. In other words the buck stops with us,” says Debbie.

Some of the offerings Landmark Homes provide during the initial stages include:

• A topographical site survey.

• A complimentary site appraisal with Paul Brett.

• A geotechnical engineer’s appraisal and report.

• An initial liaison with council prior to lodging consent to investigate any drainage and storm water issues.

Landmark Homes is a member of the New Zealand Master Builders Association and is committed to completing your home to the finest standard in the shortest possible time. As part of your new home you will also receive a 10-Year Master Build Guarantee. Landmark Homes are comprehensively covered for public liability and contract works insurance and have established solid partnerships with professional suppliers and subcontractors, who stand behind their work.

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If you need help getting over the hurdles, crossing the finish line or beating the buzzer then Harcourts Cooper & Co have their own GOLD medal winning team to help you reach your goal. We’ve done the training, we’ve honed our skills to be the best we can be and we’re primed and ready for the big event to get your home SOLD!

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Local Real Estate: The Power of Two

By Real Estate Duo Rosie Houghton & Rose Arnott of Prestige Real Estate – Both Local Identities in the Takapuna community.

We buy with our eyes When competition is fierce, what makes the difference in capturing peoples interest. Is it what is written about the home, or its photos? We all know that to capture peoples initial interest the photos have to be good. So it makes absolute sense that if you were selling your home, do-it-yourself photography will not cut the mustard. Whether you`re marketing is online or print or both, don’t scrimp on photography. Professional photographs will make or break a potential buyer’s decision as to whether to give your property a second glance.

At Prestige, we have our own professional house photographer. She knows all the tips and tricks to have your home presented at its best, and it is a skill learned through experience. The

Contact: Rose Arnott Ph: 021 876 333 Rosie Houghton Ph: 021 623 952

HANDY MILFORD LOCATION | ID 5703 This home set well back from the road will appeal to those who would like a contemporary styled home.

Built in 2004 by the current owners and built to their specific needs; with 2 young children they required 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms plus an office, open plan living and dining, good sized kitchen & ground floor amenities, such as; Guest toilet, laundry with laundry shoot, internal access from the double garage plus plenty of storage facilities.

As a busy family they have made the outdoor area easy to maintain, with good indoor outdoor flow onto a paved courtyard and small grassed area. This home could also suit someone who wants an easy care property handy to Milford shops, and given the home office is by the entrance of the home, it could work well for someone who works from home.

Location 127a Shakespeare Road, Milford. For Sale By Negotiation.

cost is minimal if you consider the importance photos have in securing a sale (at Prestige, costs range from $175).

Having professional photos taken won't cover up clutter or mess though.

Here are a few tips we can give you to present your home for the photographer: · No clutter; only large, strong shapes, small pieces will look indefinable. Try large vases of flowers that complement the home colour wise. · Get rid of bath mats over the shower or bath, no tea towels in the kitchen, make beds, and make sure there is nothing showing from under the beds. · Essential furniture only, less is more. · Make sure all light bulbs are working. · Outside, same rule applies, no clutter. · Make sure windows, carpets, floors etc. are spotlessly clean.

To have your home at its best for the photographer devote a weekend preparing. You’ll be amazed at how great your home looks and you’ll probably wonder why you didn’t do it years ago.

Prestige Real Estate Int Ltd has gained recognition from the prestigious Asia Pacific Property Awards by winning best Real Estate Agency Marketing in New Zealand three years running. Let us help you make your next move.

For a no obligation evaluation of your home, call us anytime and we can show you what it is that makes Rosie and Rose your perfect choice of Real Estate Professionals.

References available.

Contact: Rosie Houghton 021623952, Email: rosie@prestigerealty.co.nz, or, Rose Arnott 021876333, Email: rose.arnott@prestigerealty.co.nz

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Takapuna the easy way...

artist impressions

Your check list: Small scale boutique building of 10 two bedroom apartments.

For residents aged 60+ living in a small community of like-minded people with similar lifestyles.

Walking distance to Takapuna’s fabulous amenities of eateries, supermarkets, shopping, Westfield Shorecity, Bruce Mason Theatre and the beach.

Durable construction of steel, concrete floors and brick cladding. Spacious entry foyer with lobby on each floor.

Highly regarded architect and developer.

Each apartment with garden or balcony, storage locker and car park.

Freehold unit (strata) title; here the owner reaps any gains on future sale.

10% deposit, balance on completion end of September 2012.

4A Auburn Street, Takapuna.

Sales Now Underway - Priced from $495,000

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Talk with Virgil Roberts 021 883 193 DD (09) 308 5578 virgil.roberts@raywhite.com Ray White Projects Auckland City Realty Ltd (Licensed REAA 2008)

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Channel Feature Home: with Nadja Court, Barfoot & Thompson

Ultimate in Coastal Family Living

– Just Fabulous!

It is true we are spoilt with the lifestyle we lead on the North Shore, living in one of the best natural environments in the world. We have some lovely homes that have been built to take advantage of this environment.

Nadja Court is marketing one such home. A fabulous property in Brighton Terrace in Mairangi Bay, that offers the ultimate in coastal family living.

This spacious 450 square metre family residence in one of the Bays best seaside locations is absolutely stunning and embraces the glistening sea and coastal views.

Built by a renowned local Kiwi builder as his family home it has everything you and your family could ever wish for – multitudes of living spaces, 5 bedrooms, a full 809 square metre section, space for a pool, triple garaging and most importantly on the Shore... room for the boat.

The home features expansive open plan living areas with fireplace that flows seamlessly to decks and large entertaining areas to immerse yourself in the sumptuous sea views. There are extensive living spaces including lounge, home theatre, games room and a family sauna.

It's truly idyllic! Many will fall in love with the property as it's one of those very rare finds – a home with heart, space and light. Just divine. This is the perfect family solution, for all ages from children though to teenagers and beyond.

But the home is not just for children as the parent's retreat is exquisite. So very relaxing, offering absolute privacy – space for your own office – and most importantly a beautiful sea view.

Perfection in the heart of the Bay – offering an enviable North Shore coastal lifestyle. C.V. $1.85m.

This spacious 450 square metre family residence in one of the Bays best seaside locations is absolutely stunning and embraces the glistening sea and coastal views.

For Sale by Negotiation

13A Brighton Terrace, Mairangi Bay. View: Phone for viewing times.

View property onlIne: www.barfoot.co.nz/478024 For further information contact: Nadja Court, Barfoot & Thompson, Mairangi Bay M: 021-777-690 or 478-9089 e: n.court@barfoot.co.nz

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Luxury B&B or Six Bedroom Family Home? Your choice

www.bayleys.co.nz/4104899

Magnificent Villa on 1746m² Site with Superb Views

www.bayleys.co.nz/4104588

Traditional Architecture & Modern Luxury on the Water

www.bayleys.co.nz/4104485

Victoria Bidwell • International Property Awards London-Winner Best Property Marketing • Winner Bayleys National Marketing Award • Winner Bayleys National Waterfront Marketing Award • Top Agent for Bayleys North Shore 2006/7, 2007/8, 2008/9, 2009/10, 2011/12 • Bayleys National “Top Achiever” status 2006/7, 2007/8, 2009/10, 2011/12 • Bayleys 100million dollar club member

Phone Victoria for a confidential chat regarding the sale of your own property.

Victoria Bidwell 021 947 080 or 09 487 0735 victoria.bidwell@bayleys.co.nz www.victoriabidwell.bayleys.co.nz

Bayleys Real Estate Limited, Takapuna Licensed under the REA Act 2008