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Ready Made versus Custom Made Before I start this month’s article I must mention that my brother and business partner Michael Sheehy is once again standing for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board. He has previous experience in this role and is passionate about the heritage and lifestyle of the North Shore. Please consider him for your vote. I know we live in a ‘throw away’ society and that everything from lighters to power tools and furniture is made disposable. I have got caught up in it myself and only recently bought a throw away spray gun for a oneoff job I had to do. Never, ever again. I think we all miss the pleasure to be had from something well made; something of such quality that it will last, and we will get pleasure out of it for years and years. Something tailor made. When I first started in this business many years ago, I remember delivering a Sanderson covered lounge suite to an elderly customer. I said: “Doesn’t it look fantastic!” To which she replied: “Yes it does, but won’t it look so much better in 10 years’ time when the colours have faded a little to be not so sharp and the cushions have got that seated look where Granddad’s bum has been every night, for all that time.” I’ve been thinking a bit about the effort we put into our custom made products, especially the curtains and roman blinds. For example, a custom made roman blind from Home Fabrics has so many features you would never find in a package product from the hard ware store. Firstly, it comes with a huge range of fabrics and with expert décor advice. It can have any lining you want, from light filtering to blackout and it is made to fit your window size exactly. We make the blinds with fiberglass rods at each pin
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tuck to help them maintain shape. We put Velcro at the heading for easy cleaning and the cords run through pulleys, not screw eyes, to make it easier to pull up and down and stop the cords wearing out on the abrasive screws. Importantly, the blind folds are normally made layered, each one shorter that the next, to help protect the fabric from fading. Each fold size of every blind is calculated to uniquely fit that window, yet to match where possible the adjoining ones. When there is a printed fabric each pin tuck can be hidden in the back of the blind to ensure the pattern continues uninterrupted. Then the blind is installed by our own team of expert installers. - Gerald.
I think we all miss the pleasure to be had from something well made; something of such quality that it will last. This month, if you mention Channel magazine, we will give you 50% off the making of a standard roman blind, so that you too can get many years of pleasure from a tailored, well-made window covering.
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Home Fabrics, 28 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Beach, Phone 486 1103, Email: sales@homefabrics.co.nz or Visit: www.homefabrics.co.nz
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Sunday Takapuna Market 6am – Noon
Browns Bay Market
Monday
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Tuesday
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Dementia Social Group
St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am
Learn to Draw Classes for Beginners
Wednesday
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Scrabble
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9:15am
Scottish Dance – Ph. 410 5199
Peggy Square Knitting Group
Devonport Community House, 10.30-12pm
Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am
Campbells Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm
Make your own Lollipop - Every Sunday
Painterly Prowess with Janet Williamson
Cards 500 or Canasta
Takapuna Fashion Show – Putting on the Ritz
Devonport Craft Market
Bowls
BNZ Connect Evening
Milford Rainbow Holistic Wellness Fair
60’s Up Indoor Bowls
Devonport Community Choir Meet-Every Tuesday
Life Stories
Milford Indoor Bowls
Anzac Road Carpark, 6am – Noon
JF Kennedy Memorial Park, 11:30am – 12:30pm, R15
The Old Lolly Shop, 9am-12 noon
Lake House Arts Centre, 12:30pm-3pm
Devonport Community House, 10am-2pm Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am-3pm
RSA Hall, Devonport, 7pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7.15pm
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The Kennedy Park WWII Trust opens the WWII Tunnels
Dementia Social Group
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
Morning Melodies-Royal NZ Navy Band
Kennedy Park, Castor Bay
BNZ Takapuna, 5:30pm
Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm
St. Margaret's Presbyterian Church, Belmont, 7pm
Bruce Mason Centre, 7.30pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm
The Rose Centre, 2pm
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St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am Bruce Mason Centre, 11am
New and Recent Works Exhibition Northart, 9th- 24th September
Scrabble
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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9:15am
Dialect Exhibition
Mairangi Art Centre, 11th Sep – 5th Oct
Peggy Square Knitting Group
Devonport Garden and Floral Art Club
Scottish Dance – Ph. 410 5199
Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club
Frances Ha
Learn to Draw Classes for Beginners PH:
Cards 500 or Canasta
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
Life Stories
Painterly Prowess with Janet Williamson
BNZ Connect Evening
Pirates of Penzance
Rodger Fox 40th Anniversary Concert
Milford Indoor Bowls
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
Bill Morrison at the Bluegrass Club
The Pumphouse Theatre, 2pm-4pm The Vic, Devonport, 6pm
Anzac Road Carpark, 6am – Noon
Dementia Social Group
St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am
Painterly Prowess with Janet Williamson
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Lake House Arts Centre, 12:30pm-3pm
Needle, Thread and Fabric meet North Shore Embroiderers Guild
Lake House Art Centre, 17th-29th September Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9:15am
Indonesian Movie Safari in New Zealand
60’s Up Indoor Bowls
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am
Zonta North Shore Dinner Meeting
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm
World Vision Kids for Kids
BNZ Takapuna, 5:30pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm
Takapuna Boating Club, 7pm The Rose Centre, 7pm
Northcote Senior Citizens Hall, 10am
Peggy Square Knitting Group
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Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club
Campbells Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm
World Vision Kids for Kids
Bruce Mason Centre, 7:30pm
North Shore Rock, Mineral & Gem Club Meeting Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7:30pm
BNZ Connect Evening
Bruce Mason Centre, 7:30pm
Northcote Ladies Probus Club
Devonport Community House, 10.30-12pm
Cards 500 or Canasta
Barrycourt Hotel, Parnell, Ph: 021 201 1732, 6pm
Janice Webb presents SING Concert
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Scottish Dance – Ph. 410 5199
Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm
Auckland Vintage Jazz Society
The Rose Centre, 8pm
Scrabble
Bowls
The Rose Centre, 12:30pm-5pm
Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm
The Rose Centre, 8pm
NZ Tradies Expo
North Shore Events Centre, 10am-5pm
The Rose Centre, 8pm
BNZ Takapuna, 5:30pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7.15pm
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Campbells Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm
Lake House Arts Centre, 12:30pm-3pm
Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm
Browns Bay Market
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am
JF Kennedy Memorial Park, 11:30am – 12:30pm, R15
St. Margaret's Presbyterian Church, Belmont, 7pm
6am – Noon
St Leo’s Church Hall, Devonport, 11:15am
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Devonport Community House, 10.30-12pm
North Shore Concert Band presents ‘Back to the Future”
Takapuna Market
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World Vision Kids for Kids
Bruce Mason Centre, 7:30pm
Takapuna Market 6am – Noon
Browns Bay Market
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Anzac Road Carpark, 6am – Noon
Dementia Social Group
St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
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The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm
Women in Business 2013
Spencer on Byron Hotel, R18, 8:45am- 12noon
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
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The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm
Peggy Square Knitting Group
Devonport Community House, 10.30-12pm
Make your own Lollipop - Every Sunday
Painterly Prowess with Janet Williamson
Cards 500 or Canasta
Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club
Devonport Community Garden
Bowls
BNZ Connect Evening
Lipstick on Your Collar
Celebration of Dance Concert
60’s Up Indoor Bowls
Meet Kathy Reichs–Author & Creator of TV Series Bones
Life Stories
Milford Indoor Bowls
Lipstick on Your Collar
The Old Lolly Shop, 9am-12 noon
Lake House Arts Centre, 12:30pm-3pm
Mt Cambria Reserve, 2pm The Rose Centre, 2pm
6am – Noon
Browns Bay Market
Anzac Road Carpark, 6am – Noon
Dementia Social Group
St Georges Presbyterian Church, 10:30am
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
The Rose Centre, 8pm
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The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 2pm
ART EXHIBITION - Carmel McCormick "Domes" Bruce Mason Centre, 1st-31st October
Scrabble
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9:15am
Make your own Lollipop - Every Sunday
Message on a Mug
Scottish Dance – Ph. 410 5199
Message on a Mug
Life Stories
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
Life Stories
Bowls
Cards 500 or Canasta
60’s Up Indoor Bowls
BNZ Connect Evening
The Old Lolly Shop, 9am-12 noon
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 10:30am St. Margaret's Presbyterian Church, Belmont, 7pm
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 10:30am St. Margaret's Presbyterian Church, Belmont, 10:30am Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm
The Rose Centre, 8pm
Westlake Boys High School, 6pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 7.15pm
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Campbells Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm
BNZ Takapuna, 5:30pm
Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 1pm
St. Margaret's Presbyterian Church, Belmont, 7pm
Takapuna Market
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:45pm
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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10am The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 2pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 12:30pm BNZ Takapuna, 5:30pm
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Peggy Square Knitting Group
Devonport Community House, 10.30-12pm
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 2pm
Campbell Castor Indoor Bowling Club
Campbells Bay Primary School Hall, 6:45pm
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September 2013
Community Calendar This Channel Community Calendar is published monthly for Community Events. If you would like to include your event please email details to: ella@benefitz.co.nz
Thursday Dementia Social Group
Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am
60’s Up Exercises
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Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am
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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am
Mums & Bubs: Movie and Hot Drink for just $12 - Every Friday
Keep Fit
The Vic, Devonport, 11am
Live Music: Songbook & Six String
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
The Rose Centre, 8pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am
Saturday
Rummikub
The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 7th-26th September
Milford Village Square Markets
Pick of the Week
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Milford Village Square, 9:30am
Browns Bay Circus Skills Workshop
Browns Bay Beach Reserve, 11am-1pm
Bowls
The Vic, Devonport, 7:30pm
Members Show: Devonportables
Island Time – Weaving Workshop Mairangi Arts Centre, 2pm-5pm
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
Vintage Glamour High Tea with Viva La Vintage
The Rose Centre, 8pm
The Peace and Plenty Inn, Devonport, 2:30pm
Painterly Prowess with Janet Williamson Lake House Arts Centre, Monday 2nd,12:30pm-3pm
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram The Rose Centre, 8pm
Dementia Social Group
Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am
60’s Up Exercises
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Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am
Ophelia Mikkelson, Jessica Hemmings & Meredith Hayward: Nude Exhibition
The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 13th-19th September
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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am
Browns Bay Circus Skills Workshop
Browns Bay Beach Reserve, 11am-1pm
Bowls
The Great Big Comedy Show
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm
Bruce Mason Centre, 8pm
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am
60’s Up Exercises
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Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am
The Rose Centre, 8pm
Rummikub
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am
Mums & Bubs: Movie and Hot Drink for just $12 - Every Friday
Keep Fit
The Vic, Devonport, 11am
World Suffrage Day – Fundraising Movie
North Harbour Stadium, 12:30pm-2pm
World Vision Kids for Kids
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am Carmel College Theatre, 7pm, Ph: 027 201 1732
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram The Rose Centre, 5th-14th September, 8pm
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
The Rose Centre, 8pm
Dementia Social Group
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North Shore Events Centre, 10am-5pm
The Vic, Devonport, 11am
The Rose Centre, 8pm
Mairangi Bay Farmers Market NZ Tradies Expo
Mums & Bubs: Movie and Hot Drink for just $12 - Every Friday
Ghost Writer – a whodunit by David Tristram
The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 14th-26th September Green Gables, Mairangi Bay, 8am
Rummikub
Keep Fit
Jacob Milne: Utopia born Exhibition
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Kate Hill: Burnt Archives & Aaron Thompson: Waste Not Exhibitions
The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 21st Sep - 3rd Oct
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Mairangi Bay Farmers Market 8am – 12.30pm
NHBA Business Luncheon with Hon. Steven Joyce
Birkenhead Artisan Market
Bowls
Browns Bay Circus Skills Workshop
Highbury Community House, 9am Browns Bay Beach Reserve, 11am-1pm
Bruce Mason Centre, 7:30pm
World Vision kids for Kids Bruce Mason Centre, 16th-19th September, 7:30pm Dementia Social Group
Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am
60’s Up Exercises
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Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am
Auckland Heritage Festival 2013
Lake House Arts, 27th September - 13th October
Rummikub
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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am
Ice Age Community Event
Browns Bay Village Green, 9:30am-12:30pm
Message on a Mug
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 10:30am
Keep Fit
Mums & Bubs: Movie and Hot Drink for just $12
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
Go More Raw, The Joy of Food Series, Raw Food Workshops
Lipstick on Your Collar
Bowls
YMCA North Shore, 2pm
Big Night In Variety Show
Westlake Boys High School, 7pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am
The Vic, Devonport, 11am
The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm
The Pumphouse, 10:30am, 2pm & 5pm
The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 1pm
The Rose Centre, 8pm
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Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm
The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley The Pumphouse, 23rd Sep - 12th Oct.
The Rose Centre, 7pm
Dementia Social Group
Mairangi Bay Presbyterian Church, 10am
60’s Up Exercises
Methodist Church Hall, Takapuna, 10am
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Hospice North Shore “Enlighten” Seminar Westlake Boys High School Auditorium
Rummikub
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 9am
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Marie Potter: Come, Sit and Listen Exhibition
The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 5th-23rd October
John Coley: Collages 2013
The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 5th-23rd October
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
Mums & Bubs: Movie and Hot Drink for just $12
Artefacts - Incubator 2013 Exhibition
Keep Fit
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowley
Mairangi Bay Farmers Market
Bowls
Mrs Wishy-Washy by Joy Cowly
The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 2pm
Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 10:30am
The Vic, Devonport, 11am
The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 2pm Milford Senior Citizens Hall, 1pm
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The Depot Artspace, Devonport, 5th-17th October 8am – 12.30pm
The Pumphouse, 10:30am & 2pm
Browns Bay Circus Skills Workshop
Browns Bay Beach Reserve, 11am-1pm
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Message on a Mug Torpedo Bay Navy Museum, 28th-30th Sep, 10:30am
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Contents: In the Channel Out & About 2 7
BNZ Community Calendar Out & About on the Shore
Eating Out 18 Eating Out: Restaurant Listings 19 Feature Restaurant: Victoria Road Bistro 20 Feature Restaurant: Pizza 7 24 Feature Café: Latin Larder 25 Eating Out: Cafe Listings
Takapuna Beach 26 38 51 62
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Features 6 I’ve Been Positively Thinking 33 Shore Fashion Pages 47 What’s Hot on the Shore 54 Five Favourite’s on the Shore: Alisa Keall-Grant 58 Heritage on the Shore: Look back at Milford 66 Feature Interview: Logan Brewer 68 Channel Grill Claire Hahn 76 Channel Feature: The Block NZ 80 Where Are They Now? Richie Patterson 114 Channel feature: My First Half Marathon 117 The Healthy Channel: John Appleton 120 Shore People Offshore: Andrew Boak 127 Young guest writer: Lizzie Vercruyssen 134 North Shore History with David Verran 142 Feature interview: Martin Cooper
Views From the Beach with TBBA Shore City retail features Takapuna Retail Feature: Shore Hi-fi Retail Therapy at Takapuna Beach
Devonport
Milford
104 Devonport: DBA News 106 Devonport: Vintage High Tea
92 Milford: MBA News 95 Milford Feature: Bloom
Arts 17 121 122 123 124
The Vic The PumpHouse Lake House Arts Centre Northart News The Rose Centre
Education
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“Enhancing our Lifestyle and Heritage”
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From the Editor
• One of the leading commercial brokers on the Shore with extensive market knowledge The Channel Team from left: Aidan Bennett, Jared Trice, Ulla Bennett, Eddie van den Broek, Heather Vermeer, Ella Bennett and Crystal Sharp.
Looking back and looking forward…
• Janet commits to achieve a solution for you
September on the Shore Heritage and elections: Looking back and looking forward. September brings with it Auckland Heritage Festival and the start of the local and mayoral elections. At times of change, it can be useful to look back to consider the best ways of going forward. The landscape of the North Shore has inevitably altered considerably over the past century. The rural landscape that was characteristic of much of the area in the 19th and early to mid-20th century, has been gradually altered by housing, retail outlets and commercial premises. Our population has grown and demographics changed. What do we want our region to look like over the coming years and decades? What do we - its residents and workers - want to be engaged in for employment and leisure here? What are the issues that matter most to us? Who do we want to be representing our views and speaking up for us on these matters and shaping the future of our region? This month, we get to decide via the ballot box, or more accurately, by postal vote. Many people in many places around the world are currently suffering in situations of harrowing conflict, many due to a lack of freedom and democracy. We are able to vote as we please, so take part in the democratic process and make your vote count this month. Auckland Heritage Festival begins on the 28th and with so many places of historic interest here on the Shore, why not take the time to take a look back at the North Shore of the past this month. We have included in this issue some beautiful black and white photos of Milford from the early 20th century. These will be among thoseon display at a community concert event featuring North Shore Brass Band
at Milford Reserve on the last day of the Festival next month - October 13th. Other heritage venues such as The Victoria Theatre and The Peace and Plenty Inn in Devonport are among the 200+ to be holding vintagethemed events across the Auckland region. I was pleased to be able to spend time with one of New Zealand’s most prolific designers, Logan Brewer, ahead of this issue. Logan exemplifies the Kiwi can-do spirit. Through his innovation and energy and with much humility, and humour, he has carved himself a stellar career in architectural, TV, theatre, film and event design. He shares his passion for living and working here on the Shore and tells tales of his fascinating past, present projects and future wishes. Renovations are big news this month with the return of the TV3 series The Block to our screens, and our Shore. For a second series, Takapuna was chosen as the location for this popular reality home renovation show. We were pleased the show’s contestants allowed us to interrupt their hard work to quiz them for a special feature this month. Auckland Fashion Week also takes place this month - 2nd to 8th - and we have several stylish pages of spring looks to inspire you to make your style statement here on the Shore. Enjoy the start of spring this September.
– Heather Vermeer heather@channelmag.co.nz
Janet Marshall
• Over a decade with Colliers on the Shore • In excess of $20 million in sales last year
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I’ve Been (positively) Thinking...
Thinking about the changing face of retailing This month I've been thinking about the changing face of retailing. The game is changing worldwide and retailers are having to adjust to it. First of all I must declare my bias. I am a fan of us supporting our local businesses. Healthy local businesses are great for our community. To me there is nothing positive about spending $500 on the internet to an offshore business that doesn't put anything back into the local community. It makes much more sense for that to go to a local business that is employing local people and buying goods and services locally. But I do understand that I am being a little naive to think that all this is really going to happen. The horse has well and truly bolted on the global marketplace thanks to the internet and the flood gates are open, and wide. But I reckon we can still compete and there are things we can do to keep the dollars here. In addition to ensuring GST is paid on overseas purchases!
community. As I write this column in late August there are two prime local examples of this. Crafty Knitwits of Milford is a relatively new business that started out in the middle of the GFC less than four years ago. Sisters Linda Geor and Kerry Bowles have grown the business during that time by really engaging with their customers. An example of this is the "Knitathon" they now have every year raising funds for Child Cancer. They bring a whole community of people together for the cause and create a great experience. Every time they do it I guarantee they are creating more growth opportunities for their business. And their engagement with the community doesn't stop there. They are involved with many other win win initiatives. On the same weekend that Crafty were having their Knitathon, Takapuna hair salon Oscar & Co was having their own charity day in support of CASPER – community action on suicide prevention and education. Oscar & Co owner Gene Cooksley and his team were all working for nothing on Sunday August I've been thinking about the local retail and 25th, with all the proceeds of the day’s hairdressing service businesses that are going against the going to CASPER. The day was flat out from start tide... and there are some common themes. While to finish and would have been a win win for the price is important, the way many of these businesses community and Oscar & Co as a business. actually do business is making it less important and My belief is that is is essential that businesses are bringing other aspects like service to the fore. engaging with the community to grow. The old days Engaging with the community is important. A of just opening the doors and expecting people to high number of retail and service businesses that flock in have long gone. are successful in the "new" market understand the Good old fashioned service and expertise is importance of engaging with the community. As another key ingredient. This is something that the well as being good for the business it is good for the internet simply can't compete with. A prime example of a local business who provides this in spades is Life For Men, the mens store in Takapuna. Those who have experienced the professionalism of Scott Donovan always go back for more. Scott just knows how to dress men and is appreciated by his wide and loyal clientelle who are willing to pay the price for his quality brands Aidan Bennett (left) with Linh and Gene from Oscar & Co during their charity and expertise. In the day on Sunday August 25th. same mold is our local fishing store Hunts
I’ve Been Thinking... By Aidan Bennett aidan@benefitz.co.nz Twitter: @AidanLBennett
Sports up the hill in Milford. There is nothing too much Hunty and his team don't know about fishing and this expertise and service keeps them coming back for more. Buy something from Hunts and they will show you how to use it, probably let you into some secrets on fishing spots to get the results and also spin you an old fishing story as well. Their customers love it! Many local businesses are forgetting a very important ingredient to widening their customer reach. An online presence with a good website linking to social media and the like. This is very important. I was talking recently to the owner of a regional retail business who specialised in whiteware and electronics. It astounded me that while they had a handful of stores in their region they also had developed a website that was selling goods the equivalent of one of their stores all over New Zealand from their regional base. So while they were selling fridges, ovens and TV's to local people they were also selling and shipping them all over the country. So the message really is that if you are clever you can have your local retail store and also have an online store that can both sell and promote the retail store to locals and potentially sell goods to a wider geographical market. Consistent advertising and promotion can't be underestimated either. Every retail or service business should have an advertising and marketing strategy that's very much locked in. It needs to be consistent, it needs to be ongoing and it will need constant innovation with fresh reasons for people visit or purchase. My experience is that the response to this type of consistent advertising and promotion improves over time. Have a great September – make sure you shop local and make your vote count in the upcoming local body elections! – Aidan Bennett aidan@benefitz.co.nz Twitter: @AidanLBennett
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Out & About on the Shore
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It's Just Sex!
Maria Ley, Dianne Hale.
Carol May, Cathie Sandy, Sue Gross.
Raunchy content produced a few blushes on gala night of the play 'It's Just Sex' at The Rose Centre. Bubbles and exquisite canapés provided a pre-show treat for the many invited local dignitaries and guests. Polished performances were given by an accomplished cast in this adult-only production by Company Theatre. Laughs were loud and lingering as this Jeff Gould play, directed by Richard Parmee, delivered a risqué night of quality local theatre entertainment.
Delwyn and Michael Smith, Scott Thomas.
John Palmer, Donna Verey, Tony Sandy, Carol May.
Harry and Jenny Roelvink, Lesley Hawkey, Anne Bucholz, Colin Hawkey, Maureen Coupe.
Philip Keall, Pam Churchill, Maria and Nigel Teape
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All About Boosting Business Members of the local business community met for the Takapuna Business Association monthly event at Jerry Clayton BMW on Lake Road. Guests enjoyed fine wine and delicious canapés while having the chance to mix and mingle with other business minds. Auckland mayoral candidate John Palino was the guest speaker. The New York native told the crowd tales about his background and his bid to become the city's mayor.
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Belinda van de Bos, Kevin McLean, Aidan Bennett.
Graeme Conning, Gary Monk, Lesley Monk, Joe Bergin.
Kylie MacDonald, Lauren Garrity, Matthew Harley, Abbey McGrath.
Mea Baxter, Walter Lim, Rose Li, John Palino, Michael Hart, Luigi Wewege, Nick Morse.
Olivia Blaycock, Gavin Leonard, Lance Wickenst.
Paul Lawrence, Nancy Sirisena, Wendy Rawlinson, Tina Heelas.
Rose Hunt, Jan O'Connor, Christina Forrest.
Wayne Cameron, Mike McMinn, Wayne Piper.
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10 Year Milestone for NHBA The North Harbour Business Association celebrated their 10th anniversary with a function held at North Shore Golf Club on Tuesday July 30th. A large crowd attended and the association acknowledged those who have supported the NHBA throughout the years. s Association rth Harbour Busines oto. Current and past No ph a for members gathered
Kevin Moore, Warren Kitchin, George Wood.
Janet Marshall and Joe Hoye.
Gary Morrison, Les Probert, Steve Morrison.
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Cheriette Ede, Sue Kohn-Taylor, Richard Ede, David Wright, Janine Brinsdon, Sue Retter.
Jala Shekho, Sarah Cronwright, Benno Koahler, Brigid Rogers.
Liza Watson, Ken Paterson, Bob Jamieson.
Stephen James, Vicky and Peter Dunne.
Ross Barnett, Matthew Bellingham.
Chris Baker, Steve Bristow, Geoff and Sandy Ashenden, Andy Jaquet.
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Looking Good - Cars and Clothes! Style for on and off the road was showcased at Tristram European VW on the North Shore last month when the dealership presented the new Golf GTI along with a fabulous fashion show. The catwalk show gave customers a peek at some stylish Volkswagen clothing, set to live music. Guests also enjoyed some delicious food sampling and the luxury of valet parking.
Maree McLeary, Muj Blake, Chris Paget, Karen MacKen zie, Adele Carlisle, John McLeay .
Quentin DeGroot, Wayne Leach, Penny Thorne.
Suzie Eade, Douglas Blair, Debs Jack, Hunter Blair.
Bernadete Morrison, Gareth and Beulah Thomson.
Kristine Elliot, Hilary Hunt, Jenny Smith.
Dave Foley, Ross Hall, Alissa Smith.
Barry and Soraja Thompson, Michelle and Willie Walker.
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Women's Workouts and Wellbeing
Cindy McDonald, Nicole Walker
Fitness and fun were the focus of an Open Day at a gym in the heart of the Milford community. Configure Express invited women to join them to try out their equipment and discuss their fitness and exercise needs last month. It was a busy day for owner Marion Baynes and her team as dozens of local residents attended the women's gym on Kitchener Road.
Marion Baynes, Charlotte Humphreys, Lony Stewart, Chanel Pompallier, Jacqui Hair, Kristyn Aoake
Chanel Pompallier, Gilly Collett, Linda Graham
Libby and Maddie Evans, Jacqui Hair
Lony Stewart, Kaye Piper
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Simplicity in Steel by Brewer Renowned North Shore-based designer Logan Brewer unveiled his first solo exhibition at Northart last month. A well-attended opening for his Waitemata Series included an address by Mayor Len Brown and Kaipatiki Local Board Chair Lindsay Waugh. In this, his first solo exhibition, Logan reflects on Auckland's sailing heritage and the city's boat building legacy. The stunning collection of minimalist sculptures captured the imagination of guests on opening night, August 18th, and ran until September 4th.
Diane Musgrave, Malcom Hall, Judy Bailey.
Logan Brewer, Chris Bailey.
Len Brown, Logan Brewer,
Jesse Hart, Jamie Brewer, Barratt Henry, Kesha Robertson.
Tricia Reade, Maurice and Ann Hartley.
Lindsay Waugh.
David Innes, Richard and Rosie Tong.
Viv Robertson, Brenda Shotter, Wendy Harsant.
Roy Good, Wally Brewer.
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Westlake Boys
Jimmy O'Brien, Richard Stevens, Lester de Vere.
Craig Hemphill, Stuart Price, Daryl Anderson.
Andrew Nicoll, Mark Caisley, Tim Dawson.
Peter Taylor, Dave Crombie, Brett Tibbotts.
Neville Giles, Richard Penberthy, Jeff Knight, Andrew Mexted-Bragg.
The 2013 Westlakers Bevies and Banter was a reunion evening for former staff and students of Westlake Boys High School. The event was borne out of last year’s successful 50th Jubilee celebration and will now be held every August. Westlakers President Richard Stevens and Headmaster David Ferguson updated guests on recent school achievements and Westlaker activities. Photographic displays produced by Benefitz prompted much bantering amongst those Westlakers present.
Logan Gillbert, Andrew Austin, Jan Battaerd, Neil Mardell, Pieter Battaerd.
Lester de Vere, Jimmy O'Brien, Christine O'Dowd, Richard Stevens, Vicky Fowler, Andrew Howson, Dale Gooding.
William Pike, Andrew Pike, John Love, David Broome.
Dylan Burns, Matthew Canham, Sam Brotherton, Alex Cassidy.
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Football Fans On The Ball at Quiz Fundraiser Pirates, Tropicana and Brazilian themed teams were among those who helped raise smiles and plenty of funds at North Shore United Football Club's fund-raising quiz night last month. A packed clubhouse enjoyed an excellent night of facts and fun, organised by the club's First Kicks Convenor Sean Jones and parent Rixt Brownlow. Club chairman Andy Gore's team, Gore Blimey, were crowned champions on the night, which also included an auction, raffle and a well-supported bar.
Lucy Woodruffe, Chris Bryson, James Coshan, Ben Wall, Matt Evitt, Ian Crag, Hector Mendez, David Coshan, Lesley Coshan, Sean Jones.
Nick Griffiths, Lesley Springall, Natalie Whyte, Janine Jones.
Sharon Jones, Sean Jones, Rixt Brownlow.
Greg Balla, Paul Ego.
Victoria Maurice, Shannon and Blair McNaughton.
John and Claudia Mansell, Mark de Hora, Ali Foxell.
Lisa and Michael Langdon, Nick Cohen, Jo Harlick.
Brenda Vosper, Shona Allott, Fiona Bower.
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Treats and Treasures at Molloys Antique expert Bernard Molloy opened the doors to his Milford business for his inaugural Collector's Club event last month. Many visitors enjoyed bubbles and nibbles as they browsed the latest shipment of antique stock to land from the UK. Becoming a member of Molloy's Collectors' Club gives invitations to special viewing events, e-mail blogs on new stock landing as well as discounts for members. Guests enjoyed browsing some fascinating items sourced by Bernard personally on his recent trip to 'Blighty'!
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Lou Mathieson, Maurice Bartlett, Robyn Winstone.
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BNZ: In the Community
Perfectly Pacific at Mairangi Arts Centre Island flavour was brought to Mairangi Arts Centre last month with a colourful exhibition opening event. Island time was enjoyed by all at the Hastings Road arts venue on August 17th. The exhibition showcases a display of tivaevae - beautifully made quilts and bed spreads - by the Pacifica Mamas entitled Treasures from the Glory Box. The vibrant Pacific-themed opening included ukulele music, impromptu dancing by the Mamas and the traditional blessing of the exhibition.
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Meg Manuel, Vinda Perry, Ka Manuel Fortes.
Chris Bettany, Barbara Thatcher, Nanette Randall.
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BNZ head office staff, North Shore store managers and Birkenhead store managers have all done volunteer work at the house of dreams project that is nearing completion at Beachhaven. This has included painting, clearing the section, cleaning etc. Around 10 months ago Ray White Beachhaven purchased a 1940’s house at 43 Rangatira Road, with a plan to renovate and re-sell to raise money for Beachhaven Plunket as they are in dire need for better facilities. They had been looking for a while and as soon as they saw it they knew it was the right one. It was original in many respects and there were certain aspects of the property that had not been taken advantage of which they felt could be accentuated, and a building inspection revealed that this old girl had great bones and would respond well to a makeover. This has been no quick and cheap do up. The team have achieved a high quality renovation that is evident when you visit the property. The weatherboards were stripped and the whole exterior, except the roof, completely repainted. The interior was stripped to the framing, fully re-wired, re-plumbed and insulated in all the exterior walls, ceilings and under the floor - toasty warm! New GIB board and classy looking GIB coving was applied to the nine foot high walls, all new "government" architraves and skirting’s were added to match the era, and the window joinery was stripped and painted in classic gloss white. The bedrooms and family room have new carpet, and the stunning original Rimu floors have been exposed in the lounge, kitchen, entrance and dining area. A beautiful white kitchen with stone bench-top really ads class, as do the two new bathrooms with tiled floors. The home sits on a site of more than 900 square metres with a great entertaining area and the essential double garage. "The BNZ team are thrilled to be involved in such a neat project," says Denise Fletcher, BNZ Store Manager Birkenhead. "We plan to have a good presence at the open homes and also on the auction day. This will be both team members from BNZ Birkenhead, other stores and BNZ head office." Sponsors of the House of Dreams Project: Ray White Beachhaven, BNZ, Grove Mitre 10 Mega Glenfield, GIB, Wattle Paints, Mammoth Insulation, Kitchen Studios, Orange Scaffolding, Lamp Specialists, Contract Landscapes Ltd, Flooring Direct, Heritage Tiles, Foreno Tapware, Tree Fellas, Parmco and Betta Electrical, PS Electrical, Hi-Qual Doors and Stairs, Tradextra, Schnauer & Co, Orion Signs, Ambient Air, McDermond Plumbing, Mokoia Developments, Ideal Electrical, JTMedia, Marley, BCW Design, Bescene Interiors and Refresh Home Staging. ALL proceeds are going directly into the Beach Haven Plunket rooms.
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Welcome! September and October are going to see many films from the recent International Film Festival coming to The Vic. We screened over 40 last year and we’ll be showing even more this year! We’ve already got films booked, such as Antarctica: A Year on Ice, Mood Indigo, Frances Ha, The Weight of Elephants, Blancanieves, Beyond the Edge and Romeo and Juliet: A Love Song. Also, now that we’re converting to digital, we will be showing more new release movies, classic films, music films, a new series of documentaries, and special screenings like this month’s collection of short films from the Mountain Film Festival. Also, on October 26th, The Vic will be celebrating its 101st birthday, our first year running the Vic and GOING DIGITAL with a special selection of films to show off the new digital technology....We think Mr Benwell would be proud! -Philipp, Robin, and the Team at The Vic.
MUSIC Songbook & Six String: Paul Ubana Jones & Bryce Wastney
5 SEP
“Songbook and Six String” is an evening of songs and stories from the iconic Paul Ubana Jones and recent country hit maker Bryce Wastney. They will perform together and share stories from their 50+ years on the road. Doors open at 7pm and performance is at 7:30pm. Pre-sales $38 +booking fee, $43 on the door. Book your tickets now at www.thevic.co.nz or at The Vic in Devonport.
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The Jazz Age 13 SEP Featuring Georgia Wood An evening of hot jazz and sultry blues from The Jazz Age, Auckland’s premier classic jazz ensemble. Fronted by exceptional singer and actor Georgia Wood and under the musical direction of saxophonist David Edmundson, The Jazz Age are specialists in the Great American Songbook era. Think Great Gatsby, think Board Walk Empire, think Art Deco and vintage glamour. Come dressed in your finest! Pre-sales $20 +booking fee, $25 on the door. Book your tickets now at www.thevic.co.nz or at The Vic in Devonport. meal deal flyer 2.pdf
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Portofino Devonport For 23 years, Portofino has been bringing the very best in Italian dining to the Devonport peninsula. A multitude of mouth-watering options delight diners; Pesce Portofino combines fresh market fish pan-fried with shrimps, champagne and a cream lemon sauce, Bistecca Portofino is a signature dish of Scotch fillet flambéed in marsala then grilled with tomato and cheese. The scallopine (schnitzel) dishes, pollo (chicken), risotto dishes, pastas and pizzas are plentiful. Fine Italian, as well as New Zealand, wines can be matched to any dish. Buon Appetito! Open seven days for dinner from 5pm. Lunch from 11.30am on Fri, Sat, Sun. Upstairs at 26, Victoria Road, Devonport 09 445 3777 www.portofinodevonport.co.nz Treat: To celebrate its 23rd birthday this month, Portofino is offering 15% discount off your bill when you mention this ad.
Nicolino Restaurant & Cube Bar Take a trip to the Mediterranean without leaving the North Shore! Nicolino Restaurant & Cube Bar has been bringing the tastes and sounds of Greece to Devonport for over 12 years. Traditional Greek dishes such as moussaka, souvlaki, kleftiko (braised lamb shanks) and spanakopita (spinach, feta cheese, oregano and olives baked in filo pastry) sit alongside Mediterranean specialities such as Catalan duck, and delicious pizzas and pastas. Nicolino’s is both BYO and fully licensed, and provides takeaway pizzas and meals, including free local delivery. Open Mon to Sun 4pm - Late. 103 Victoria Road, Devonport 09 446 6664 www.nicolinorestaurant.co.nz Tip: Greek party night every Thursday with live Greek music and dance by “Sounds of Greece”.
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Sigdi Authentic Indian Cuisine If you love Indian food, one of the Shore’s very best Indian restaurants, Sigdi, on Victoria Road in Devonport is for you. Sigdi only sources the freshest and finest ingredients to prepare your meals. At Sigdi our naan and entree items are cooked in a traditional tandoor oven - the authentic way. We have a delicious selection of mixed entrees. All our curries are gluten-free. Curries are served with the finest quality Basmati rice (also known as the ‘Queen of rices’). BYO wine and also fully licensed with wines and Indian beers like Kingfisher and Cobra. Takeaway meals and delivery available. www.facebook.com/sigdi.devonport. Open Mon to Sun 5pm - 10pm. 161 Victoria Road, Devonport 09 445 1546 www.sigdi.co.nz Treat: $45 Family Deal (normally $57) - Choice of 3 curries plus 3 naan, Basmati rice, 4 poppodums & raita. Conditions apply.
Takapuna
The Olive Press Bistro & Bar
Fortune Fountain
Pinot Plus
This winter, cosy up with weekend brunch at The Olive Press. Not only is this a gem of an after-work wind-down venue, it is a super stylish place to sit and lounge on Saturdays and Sundays when brunch and lunch is served from 11.30am to 3pm. Create your own beautiful breakfast with ‘Eggs Any Style’ and add one of the many ‘build your own’ options including bacon, smoked salmon, chorizo, avocado, potato rosti, wilted spinach, and herbed wedges. New Zealand contemporary cuisine and delicious tapas are also served in the stylish surrounds with a range of quality wines and Moa beer on tap.
A spectacular setting and authentic Asian cuisine are giving diners enjoyable eating out experiences at Fortune Fountain Restaurant.
This is one of those unique little gems in Takapuna; 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 and food.
Open Tue to Thur 4pm - Late, Fri 3pm - Late, Sat & Sun 11am onwards. 2A Rattray St, Devonport 09 445 1618 www.theolivepressbistro.com Tip: Wednesday Steak Night 300g Scotch fillet with all the trimmings - $17.90.
Quickly establishing itself as a major player on the Shore culinary scene, this Lake Road restaurant has landed with a bang. Ornate chandeliers, spacious dining rooms and an actual fountain give this place an opulent, palatial feel. Quality wines match the fine food: from show-stopping crayfish to the succulent squid and superb satay, Fortune Fountain does everything it does, well. Open Mon to Fri 10:30am - 3:00pm, 5:00pm 10:30pm. Sat to Sun 10:00am - 3:00pm, 5:00pm - 10:30pm. Fortune Fountain Restaurant, 428, Lake Road, Takapuna. Phone 09 488 6789. Tip: Create food envy with the magnificent crayfish dish!
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The wines are boutique. It’s unlikely there will be many 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. Guests are guaranteed a wine and food experience to remember. And there are always great treats at Pinot Plus like this one below… Open Tues to Sat 5.30pm - Late. 168 Hurstmere Road Takapuna 09 489 9510 www.pinotplus.co.nz Tip: New release: TOM - by the glass!!!
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FEATURE Victoria Road Bistro RESTAURANT (Devonport)
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Bistro with a Big Heart …and a Birthday
Consistency. Consistency. Consistency. It cannot be overemphasised, in the opinion of Victoria Road Bistro owner and chef Jason Selbie. “Consistency is a word we hear a lot and it’s something we really like to push. If I’m not in the kitchen myself, Julia is, and vice versa,” he says. “We know that what is being created in this kitchen is always going to be of a consistently top standard. I believe this dedication to consistent, impeccable quality gives customers the confidence to try our restaurant. And once they have been and had this experience, they know they can come again and won’t be disappointed.” Victoria Road Bistro is very proud to be a bistro. It is an over-used word, and often a misnomer given to eating establishments simply wishing to reference quality cuisine. According to Wikipedia: “A bistro /ˈbiːstroʊ/, sometimes spelled bistrot, is, in its original Parisian incarnation, a small restaurant serving moderately priced simple meals in a modest setting. Bistros are defined mostly by the foods they serve. French home-style cooking, and slow-cooked foods like cassoulet, a bean stew, are typical.” Cue the menu offerings such as an authentic Duck Cassoulet, with confit of duck, white beans and pork sausage. Duck Pappadelle features portabella mushroom, rocket and parmesan , Lamb Rump is served with swede and carrot mash, pea puree and homemade gnocchi and Steak and Chips isn’t just that; it comes with perfectly matched redcurrant jus and mustard. This month marks the first year anniversary of Victoria Road Bistro. Accomplished chef of over 24 years’ experience, Jason Selbie worked with Julia Chen in a large, reputable restaurant kitchen before the pair decided they had the complementary skills to go it alone.
The talented duo, both North Shore residents, have employed local staff and approached this venture with a wish to embrace and give back to the local community.
Jason Selbie worked with Julia Chen in a large, reputable restaurant kitchen before the pair decided they had the complementary skills to go it alone. “We are offering something fresh and innovative to the local dining scene,” said Jason. “We are very much a bistro, home-cooked hearty food: traditional dishes with a twist, is what we do.” Deliciousness cannot be adequately described. If you haven’t already experienced the consistent quality of Victoria Road Bistro, this anniversary month is a good time to do so. Say ‘Happy Birthday’ on the 28th September, when Jason and Julia will be celebrating with finger food, drinks promotions and specials. Victoria Road Bistro, 97 Victoria Road, Devonport Call them on: 09 445 2037 or visit their website: www.victoriaroadbistro.co.nz
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FEATURE Pizza 7 RESTAURANT (Takapuna)
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Joao Huthmacher with the 20 inch pizza tray.
How Big…? Takapuna’s Mr Pizza, Joao Huthmacher dishes the deal on his pizzas of gigantic proportions… The enduring appeal of the pizza last and lasts. We’ve seen them all in the over-processed, cheap as chips, stuffed, unstuffed, deep-pan, ticking health bombs churned out by many the world’s multi-national pizza producers. Think as polar oppositely as you can of that impersonal, low-nutrition, ‘fast’ food scenario, and you won’t be far away from conjuring up an image of Pizza 7. Joao Huthmacher is a Brazilian of Italian maternal parentage, on a mission to share his love of authentic European pizza, and he delivers this with a South American twist. He has lovingly created Pizza 7 at the base of the Sentinel Building on Northcroft Street in Takapuna. He and his partner Beatrice come from the bustling streets of Rio de Janeiro. Joao, is ‘Jo’ to his Kiwi friends and customers – once you visit Pizza 7 you’ll straight away be viewed as a friend. He was born to Italian family connections on his mother’s side and she instilled in him the passion and pride so often associated with food from the Southern European country, especially pizza. “Pastry and pizza is what I like. Part of my Mum’s family is Italian, that is why I think I have become so in love with this type of food,” Jo said. “We use plenty of cheese, and it’s 100% authentic mozzarella, not some lowcost mixture of various melting cheeses. We use more toppings and these are fresh, quality ingredients. Our pizzas are not greasy; we don’t use a lot of oil. We make fresh dough and the pizzas are all made especially to order. Satisfaction is guaranteed!” The show-stopper is the incredible 20 inch pizza (Jo is pictured with the dish). This huge helping of 12 giant slices, with up to three separate toppings per pizza, is designed of course for sharing and is an attractive option for parties or shared lunches. “A group of people can come in and spend as little as $6.90
each, for example, by sharing one of these huge pizzas,” said Jo. “And it’s a good talking point!” Jo moved to the North Shore a year ago and loves working in the heart of Takapuna and living in the Glenfield suburb he and his partner have made home for themselves and their seven-year-old boy. “New Zealand is a peaceful place to live and grow; a place to raise children, a place like no other,” said Jo. “People are so friendly, so nice and everything goes fine here! It’s just such a nice, nice place.”
We use plenty of cheese, and it’s 100% authentic mozzarella, not some low-cost mixture of various melting cheeses. We use more toppings and these are fresh, quality ingredients. Takeaway option is also available, with special deals on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Wednesdays are all-you-can-eat for two hours between 5pm and 10pm. Dessert pizzas are also a popular sweet treat. And Jo’s personal favourite? The Volcano – packed with spicy jalapeno peppers, chorizo, pepperoni and chilli for a high-impact heat hit! Pizza 7, Sentinel Building, 3 Northcroft St, Takapuna 09 486 7771
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Mexico Takapuna
Takapuna Bar
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Mexico Takapuna is a culinary haven that celebrates the vibrant, fresh and lighter side of Mexican cuisine. It offers mouth-watering Mexican fare with big, spicy complex flavours, and a loud and lively vibe.
Takapuna Bar is the original 'local' and there are plenty of reasons to head down there during the week this winter:
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 enjoy good company, get into their huge range of drinks and eat great food.
Mexico can accommodate a celebration with friends, or a quick mid-week catch-up. Whatever the occasion, the experience is complemented by smiling staff and the hum of happy diners, helped along by jugs of fruity cocktails, top-shelf tequila and a long list of Mexican beers. All served at prices that will leave diners plenty of change to carry on their night, or come back for more later in the week.
Tuesdays - Open Mic Night, 7.30pm, $6 house spirits, all welcome.
Open Mon to Sun 12pm - Late. 4 The Strand, Takapuna 09 280 1487 www.mexico.net.nz Tip: Don't forget to try the desserts - they're sensational!
Mondays - Texas Hold ‘em Poker, 7.30pm registration, 8pm start, $20 buy in.
Fridays – Live DJs take to the decks.
Gastro pub style food (quality food at a reasonable price) is what you get at The Elephant Wrestler; try their gourmet hand pulled pizzas to share! Some great deals here: 2 for 1 meals on Mondays, $10 pizzas on Tuesdays, spicy chicken wings from $13.50 on Wednesdays and a roast dinner on Sundays from $15.50.
Saturday drinks and Sunday afternoon meals are also popular with customers wanting a weekend wind-down. Follow Takapuna Bar on Facebook.
Open Mon - Sun 11am - Late. 138 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 8030. www.elephantwrestler.co.nz
Open Mon to Sun 11am - 1am. Cnr Hurstmere Rd & Anzac Street, Takapuna 09 486 2666. www.facebook.com/TakapunaBar
Tip: Planning a function or event this season? Get in touch with our dedicated Events Coordinator to take the stress out of party planning at events@elephantwrestler.co.nz
Wednesdays - Whisky Wednesdays, top shelf whiskies $9 doubles. Thursdays – Live music from 7.30pm every week.
Tip: Happy Hour every Mon to Wed 4-7pm.
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Takapuna
Bolliwood Restaurant
Kopio
Bolliwood has been a popular dining spot on Ponsonby Road for a long long time, their second restaurant is in Huron Street, Takapuna and a new restaurant is now open in Orewa. 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.
Magnificent multi-award winning Malaysian cuisine, tantalising Thai and other authentic Asian dishes are offered at one of Takapuna’s hidden treasures.
Blankenberge Belgian Beer Café
Open Mon to Fri Lunch 11:30am - 2:30pm, Dinner Mon to Sun 5pm - Late. 17 Huron St, Takapuna 09 489 9911. www.bolliwood.co.nz
Tip: Dinner: All Mains are $10 on Mon, Tues & Wed - Dine in & Take Out. Lunch: Mon to Fri all Mains $10 + add $2 and receive selected drink, juice, beer/wine or naan bread.
Kopio is situated under The Sentinel Building on Northcroft Street. It delivers traditional and fusion Asian cuisine in stylish surroundings. Excellent venue for birthday parties, functions etc where all beers are $5 each and there is no BYO surcharge on wine. Variety of set menus available at kopio.co.nz Try our 5-star rated Beef Rendang Curry. Did you know that Beef Rendang is rated the most delicious food in the World by CNN USA. Open Mon to Sun 5pm – 10pm. Kopio, 3/3 Northcroft Street, The Sentinel Building, Takapuna. Phone 09 486 0122. Treat: Takeaway Special: 10% off for September 2013 when you mention 'CHANNEL'.
Blankenberg is one of Taka’s favourites. A great bar, with great beer – as is the Belgian tradition – but also a great place to enjoy good food. Not just your average pub food. Food with a FlemishFrench theme. Lots of tasty options with suggested beer matches. It is a great place for brunch (Sat and Sun), lunch or dinner with lots of dishes you simply won’t find anywhere else in Takapuna. Our favourites are their Mussels, Croque Monsieur, Chicken and Leek Pie, Seafood Waterzooi and traditional Flemish Beef Stew. Open Mon to Sat 11:30am - Late, Sun 9am - Late. 136 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 486 6331 www.belgianbeercafetakapuna.co.nz Treat: “Munday Mussel Madness” – Every Monday: One kilo mussel pot and fries, just $12. Every Tuesday: Half kilo of Angus Rump Steak, with frites, just $15.
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EATING OUT
Guide
Takapuna
Takapuna
Takapuna
Sake Bar Nippon
Niko's Pizza
Gorgeous
After looking after the needs of our locals and not so locals in Epsom for the last 15 years, Sake Bar Nippon is now based in Takapuna. Guests could well believe they are stepping into Japan when they enter this authentic restaurant, situated in a prime position on Anzac Street next to the Berkeley Cinema. Food is reasonably priced and customers get even more added value through the colourful attire of the restaurant’s hosts and the traditional drum-playing – this is an experience that goes beyond food! Fresh sashimi, sushi, tempura, yakitori skewers are among the favourites offered. Private area with karaoke facilities available for special occasions.
Experience a great dining atmosphere with delicious home-recipe dishes. Various Greek dishes on our Specials Menu that changes fortnightly. Authentic Greek Cuisine by Greek owner Niko. From Pizza, Pasta, to Greek dishes, Niko will serve you with the freshest ingredients from the kitchen, including gluten free pizza options.
Gorgeous. The name says it all. Recently opened in Takapuna, this restaurant is adding its weight to the thriving eating out scene.
We are fully licensed with a variety of beers and wines available; Now importing Greek Beer or if you prefer, we are also BYO licensed! We also deliver to Takapuna and Milford areas. Come and experience a true taste of Greece right here on the Shore!
Gorgeous has two expert chefs for different cuisine specialities; one from a top Auckland restaurant specialising in Yum Cha and an Asian cuisine chef to provide a range of delicious savoury delights. Popular recipes are both the prawn dumplings and chive dumplings, with a scrumptious range of tasty beef dishes. Also tempting diners are their sweet and sour pork, honey barbecue pork, pork ribs and their fabulous duck! All dishes are freshly made to order and are only prepared once ordered.
Open Tues to Sun 5pm - Late. 32-34 Anzac St, Takapuna 09 486 2249
Open Mon to Thur 5pm - Late. Fri to Sun 2pm - Late. 2 Anzac St, Takapuna 09 486 0600 www.nikospizza.co.nz
Tip: Download our APP Sakebar Nippon Takapuna to become a VIP and receive specials on food and drinks!
Tip: Greek Night second Wednesday of each month - traditional Greek plate smashing, live music and Greek wines.
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Takapuna
New Vietnam Cafe
Faro Steak House
Thyme Restaurant Thyme Restaurant on Level 1 of the Spencer on Byron Hotel, Takapuna provides award winning
A warm welcome is assured from manager Jessie Kuang and her team, who delight in creating meals to suit each of their many customers. The friendly staff will endeavour to create the flavour combination desired by guests and are pleased so many customers choose to return to this lovely local spot. Open for lunch and dinner, takeaways available.
One of the most affordable yet satisfying meal options in Takapuna can be found at the characterful Faro Steak House. An incredible number of buffet offerings allow diners to select their choice of salads, including flavoursome couscous, pastas and fresh garden salad items, to match with their selection of meat or pasta dish. For as little as $12, guests at this ambient restaurant tucked away off 138 Hurstmere Road can enjoy a huge and delicious lunch or dinner guaranteed to satisfy the heartiest of appetites. A variety of steak cuts from 21-day aged beef are served at the table sizzling and cooking on a hot plate and there are several kids’ meal options.
For a healthy, delicious lunch or dinner at a very affordable price, look no further than this Hurstmere Road spot. New Vietnam Café is proud to present some exciting meal options, with an ever-changing menu including Vietnamese Summer Rolls, a very popular choice whatever the season.
Open Mon to Sun 10:30am - 9:30pm 62-78 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 3869. Tip: We do lunch specials for only $10, available seven days.
Open Mon to Sun Lunch 11:30am - 3pm, Dinner 5:30pm - 10:30pm. 138 Hurstmere Road 09 486 5050 Tip: Try a sizzling steak for lunch with all you can eat from the salad bar for just $15!
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Open Tue to Sun 11am - 9:30pm Lunch: 11:00am - 3pm. Dinner: 5pm - 9:30pm. Yum Cha all day. 174 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 4727 Tip: Fresh quality food, made to order.
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 duo of Angus Beef, Hawke’s Bay duo of lamb and seared salmon. Open Mon to Sun Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Level 1, Spencer on Byron Hotel, Byron Avenue, Takapuna Beach 09 916 4982. www.spencerhotel.co.nz/thyme
Tip: Enjoy live entertainment Monday to Saturday making Thyme Restaurant the perfect place to celebrate!
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Milford
Milford
Al Forno Italian Restaurant
Morgan’s Burgers
Talay Thai Restaurant
Cointreau Creme Brulee and Ricotta Pear Cheesecake... two new reasons to visit one of Takapuna’s top restaurants, Al Forno. These seasonal offerings are but a taste of the latest dishes to be delighting diners at this popular local spot. Always a welcome experience at Al Forno restaurant. When customers go back to Al Forno – and most do – they are greeted like a long lost friend.
Exciting new restaurant providing the ultimate burger experience.
Talay Thai in Milford has a loyal following due to its excellent rapport with regular customers. Seating for 40 people and a range of delicious Thai cuisine to choose from to 'dine in or take out'.
Al Forno has a perfect location and is a must for those who love to eat out in Takapuna. Whether dining in or taking away, the traditional yet unique Al Forno Italian food is great. Choose from Woodfired Pizzas, Pastas, and mains like Veal Parmigiana, prime Eye Fillets or King Prawns. Open Tues to Sun 5pm - Late. 34 Anzac Street, Takapuna 09 488 0179.
www.alforno.co.nz
Build the burger that YOU want by putting the salads and sauces on yourself from our produce truck in the middle of the restaurant! Menu includes beef burgers (in 3 sizes), chicken, fish, lamb, vegetarian and an ‘exotics’ range. Burger buns are baked in-house daily, and there is a bakery section serving cakes, coffee and ice creams. Open Mon to Sun 9am - 9pm, grill opens 11am. Milford Shopping Centre (next to Whitcoulls), 143 Kitchener Road, Milford 09 489 3431 www.morgansburgers.co.nz Treat: Large coffee with scone or muffin for $7 throughout September. www.morgansburgers.co.nz
Duck and Seafood are popular and there are many Thai Vegetarian options. Talay Thai will always give you a friendly welcome and help you choose from a wide range of high quality Thai dishes. For an authentic taste of Thailand visit Talay Thai this winter.
Open: Lunch (from only $10.50) – Tues-Sat 12pm-2.30pm; Dinner – 7 nights 5pm until late. 83/85 Kitchener Rd, Milford. PH: 489 9568. www.talaythai.co.nz Treat: Lunch from $10.50 Tue - Sat
Tip: Try a take-out pizza from our wood fired oven!
Mairangi Bay
Castor Bay
Mairangi Japanese Cuisine
Salt
Lunch Special $9.90 - Mairangi Japanese Cuisine is a hidden treasure located in Green Gables shopping village in Mairangi Bay.
Locals love Salt, the new restaurant in Castor Bay, and their cafe – appropriately called Little Salt Eatery. Head chef is Mark Harman (ex Huka Lodge and Dine by Peter Gordon). Their aim is "to continue to deliver to our customers at a level that surpasses expectations but matches perceptions."
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. This authenticallydesigned Japanese restaurant makes an ideal venue for small functions in a lovely light-filled room, perfect for corporate groups or family gatherings. Open Mon to Sat Lunch 11:30am - 2:30pm, Dinner 6pm - 10.30pm. 376/384 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay 09 476 9977 www.mairangicuisine.co.nz Treat: Try our delicious new lunch menu. Daily Lunch Special $9.90.
A Herald reviewer summed up Salt pretty well in his late April review. "A welcome arrival to the North Shore, providing good food to suit everything from the quick drop-in girls' night out to the relaxed, blow-out occasion." Open 5.30pm -10pm for dinner, book ahead. NOTE: The Salt Eatery (the attached Cafe) is open from 7am to 3pm, then provides catering from 5pm to 9.30pm in the evenings. Corner Beach Rd & Castor Bay Rd, Castor Bay. Phone 410 4488, Visit: www.saltcastorbay.co.nz Treat: Try the Prawn and Panko-crusted Hapuku main. It's sensational!
Want your restaurant included in our popular Eating Out Guide? Then contact Ulla Bennett today… 021 411 667 or ulla@benefitz.co.nz Our next issue is published on Friday October 4th, booking deadline September 16th.
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Cafes on the Shore
Como Street Cafe
With a smile and laugh Como St Cafe is serving up Takapuna’s best kept secret! Beautiful food made on site accompanied by Allpress coffee in a new, large, funky space, ideal for meetings and a good chat. Come discover Como St Cafe.
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Latin L
arder
Open Mon to Fri 7:30am - 3pm 19 Como Street, Takapuna 09 489 2266 info@comocafe.co.nz www.comocafe.co.nz Tip: Change of seasons, we hope! Check out our new menu from Chef Kevin Blakeman.
Tiger Coffee
Takapuna’s ‘Secret’ Garden
Takapuna is blessed with a beautiful beach, but did you know it’s also home to a wonderful little café called Latin Larder!
Mon-Fri 6:30am-4pm, Sat 8am-1pm. 18 Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna. Ph: 489 3084 www.tigercoffee.com Tip: Regular Tiger Breakfast & coffee $12.
ARK Coffee Company
Takapuna
Newly opened in Takapuna, ARK coffee is a specialty coffee roastery who endeavor to create an exceptional coffee experience for their customers. Try some of their coffees from around the world. Freshly roasted coffee beans plus some great home brewing equipment. Open Mon to Fri 7am - 3.30pm Sun 8am - 3:30pm Shop 6, 461 Lake Road, Takapuna 09 489 8488 hello@arkcoffee.co.nz arkcoffee.co.nz Treat: Coffee of the Day $2 or when you purchase 250g or more beans ‘free coffee of your choice’.
Cafe Melba
by Melissa Ingram
Takapuna
High-end coffee to grab and go, or sit down, relax and enjoy our hospitality and friendly banter. Try our freshly made sandwiches, breakfasts and homemade muffins. Back for winter, we have the soup and rustic bread all ready to go. Come in and warm up! Need a coffee machine for the office? Look no further – our machines have the newest technology in the world of coffee.
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Lots of North Shore people “Meet at Melba”. Simply because the team offer consistently good food and coffee that you always want to go back for. Located right in the centre of Takapuna, it is always buzzing with people, but you can just about always get a seat – inside or outside in the covered arcade. Open Mon to Fri 7am - 4pm, Sat & Sun 8am - 4pm. 62-78 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09 489 0091 Tip: Try the hearty Mediterranean Chicken Casserole with Turkish bread.
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Justin Muller, with an investment partner bought Latin Larder in 2008, basically starting from scratch to build it up into the thriving business that it now is. Business is so good that Justin struggles to name a best seller on the widely accepted Menu. “At the moment the mussel fritters are going gangbusters, but in the weekend the Lambs Fry is hugely popular. We can’t keep up with Gen’s special, and the pancakes fly out the door.” Other winter favourites include a Pea & Parmesan Risotto with Pan seared Salmon, Home Made Corn Beef Hash, and the ever popular chicken salad. Justin is currently working on a summer menu that he plans to have ready by mid to late September. If you’re wondering what sets Latin Larder apart from the rest of the cafes in Takapuna Justin has a thought provoking answer for you. “The garden, the cheekiness of me and my staff. What you see is what you get. I don’t try to be someone I’m not. We come in here every day to have fun, enjoy what we do and endeavour to give every customer great service, great food, and to make sure they leave happy. I want to treat them how I want to be treated when I go out.” Justin also likes to give back to the community, showcasing local artists work within his café, which allows patrons the opportunity to buy local artwork. “At the moment we are featuring Jane Mason, an international artist who does a lot of work in Asia. I do showcase a lot of local artists, but I’m very fussy about who I have in here. I don’t have just anyone; I have pieces that I like. Jane’s work is internationally renowned so we are lucky to have her.” If you haven’t yet visited Latin Larder and you’re after a quiet coffee in a tranquil setting, pop out the back of the café to relax in the spectacular outdoor garden. It’s not highly visible from the street, but it’s a welcome surprise in the middle of Takapuna. When asked what he loves about his job, Justin replied: “Having my own business, working with a great team of people in a unique
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 to Fri 7.30am - 7pm, Sat & Sun 8am - 7pm. 67 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna 09 489 7866
Cafes on the Shore Vauxhall Cafes
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Milford & Devonport
Vibrant décor, stunning service and fantastic food are setting the standard at Vauxhall Milford. Expert baristas serve up gorgeous Gravity coffee in chic surroundings. Its sister café Vauxhall Devonport is a quirky neighbourhood hub and this vibe has been carried through to the newer café in Milford Shopping Centre. Both offer standout eats, perfect for a leisurely breakfast, brunch or lunch. Vauxhall Devonport 7.30am - 3.30pm Vauxhall Milford 8.30am - 5.30pm Tip: Give the beautiful brioche a try with a perfectly made Gravity coffee.
Swiss Bakery & Cafe
Milford
The Swiss Cafe and Bakery pride themselves in producing fresh, authentic, handmade products that are free of preservatives and baked fresh daily. They have a wide range of Swiss delicacies including fresh breads, savouries, sweets, cakes and chocolates. They also have a full cooked breakfast menu. Catering and custom orders are available. Open Mon to Fri 8am-4:30pm, Sat & Sun 8am - 2:30pm. 5 Milford Road, Milford 09 489 9737 Tip: Come in and try our international award winning organic coffee by Toasted Espresso!
Little King Cafe
Milford
This new kid on the Milford café block is making a stir. Little King Café has style and substance. Customised coffee includes choices of cherry sour and blueberry blends from Supreme Coffee. Waffles are prominent on the menu, with savoury and sweet options to tempt all tastes. Family friendly all the way, this is a new café force to be reckoned with.
part of Auckland city and welcoming a huge variety of fantastic people through our doors. We’ve worked really hard to build the business from scratch and I’m a great believer in making sure the service is right, coupled with using good quality ingredients for all food, and making sure everybody is happy.” Latin Larder is open from: Tuesday – Friday 7:00am - 2:30pm (Kitchen Closes). Saturday – Sunday 7:30am – 3:00pm. No surcharges apply on public holidays. Latin Larder, 170 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 489 5563.
132-136 Kitchener Rd, Milford 09 489 7278 facebook.com/LittleKingNZ
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COFFEE BAR & EATERY
Tip: Check out our rave reviews on our Facebook page facebook.com/LittleKingNZ
Coffee General
Birkenhead Point
Coffee General brings together some of the finest coffee on offer in New Zealand. We also offer non-pressurised brewing equipment, highlighting some of the subtleties and complexities often masked in the espresso process. Takapuna
Open Mon to Fri 6.30am - 4pm, Sat & Sun 7:30am to 3pm. 100a Hinemoa St, Birkenhead Pt. 09 418 1815. www.coffeegeneral.co.nz Tip: Ask us to match one of our coffees to your taste, there are loads to choose from for many different brew methods.
Treat: Muffin and coffee just $6.90 when mentioning this ad.
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Views From The Beach with Peter White, TBBA
An overview of what is happening in Takapuna Beach from Business Association General Manager – Peter White.
The face of retail has changed significantly over the last five years, resulting in difficult times for many retailers. As a result of the GFC, retailers have had to reassess their business model and in many cases make significant changes. It seems that shops are always on sale and rarely does one pay the full retail price without some sort of incentive or discount. Consumers have always had choice, but with online shopping the world is, literally, their oyster. This month we look at how Takapuna Beach has performed over the last year and also at some initiatives to be introduced to help our retail sector. Hope to see you here soon. – Pete
Takapuna Beach businesses outperform its CBD neighbours in economic indicators It is exciting to see that the many new destination and quality businesses that have established themselves in Takapuna have lifted its profile as a shopping destination. To gain an overview of spending and transaction volumes across the region, Auckland Council collects data sourced from electronic card transactions made via the Paymark network in each town centre within the Auckland Council boundaries. It is most pleasing to note that Takapuna Beach has consistently outperformed its Auckland neighbours, Heart of the City, Newmarket and Ponsonby, over the last year. Overall, it was a good year for the Auckland region with spending up 3.3%, however Takapuna Beach benefited by nearly twice the regional average, with an increase spend of $11.62 million up 6.3% from $183.3 million to $194.92 million. Spending increased in the CBD by 3.8% and in Ponsonby by 1.4%, but fell by 0.90% in Newmarket. There was a corresponding increase in the number of transactions across the region, up 3.7% on average, but up 5.5% in Takapuna Beach (from 3.6million to 3.8million), up 2% in the CBD, 0.6% in Ponsonby and down by 0.5% in Newmarket. Newmarket however experienced the highest average transaction spend of $69.79, followed by Takapuna Beach at $51.31 (up from $50.90 last year), Ponsonby at $48.61 and the CBD $48.45 In Takapuna, the hospitality sector was the biggest mover with an increase in spending of 4.7% (at an average spend of $24.45) and accounting for approximately 25% of sales. The largest amount of sales (30%) were made in core retail with an average transaction value of $81.92 (up 1.8%) and the highest average spend was made in other store types ($270.80, up 3.4%) which accounted for 17.5% of sales. The data has enabled us to gain a better understanding of the typical
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Takapuna shoppers who are predominately female (61.4%) between the ages of 40-64. It is also pleasing to see a 12% increase of shoppers coming from across the bridge who returned to the CBD with $23.5 million dollars less in their pockets.
Takapuna Beach aspires to be the “Customer Service Capital” of the world The Takapuna Beach Business Association has set its members a lofty and audacious goal to become the Customer Service Capital of the world, however with good reason and all the best intentions. One would have to agree, that in general, Kiwis do not provide marvellous customer service. It is our belief, however, that by doing so businesses will only become better. Little things like acknowledging customers when they enter a shop; thanking them when they leave, knowing the names of our regulars, smiling (both when people enter our business and also when we answer the phone), apologising for making people wait, giving customers more than they expect or something they cannot receive elsewhere or going the extra mile to assist - in general, treating people like we would like to be treated ourselves. In addition, each of these is a reason why a customer may choose to shop in person rather than online. Better still, providing great customer service comes at little or no cost, but has the potential to turn a business around, and more importantly provides a happier environment in which people can shop. The TBBA are working closely with David Forman (a Takapuna-based company that has established itself as Australasia’s leading independent provider of effective sales, leadership and personal effectiveness) to set up a programme to support our members, and we will be implementing a number of incentives for business owners and their staff to provide the very best of service and also for customers to recognise and promote such.
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We are also looking to work with NZIE, another Takapuna-based company, who through their hospitality course are running a Customer service module. With luck, the very best of these graduates will be working in Takapuna Beach, enhancing our reputation of providing some of Auckland’s best cafes, bars and restaurants.
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Cat’s Corner
Existing Takapuna business reap the rewards of providing exceptional customer service
With Catherine Howell
Whilst discussing with various people the idea of Takapuna Beach aspiring to become the Customer Service Capital of the world, Scott Donovan, owner of Life For Men, was frequently mentioned as an existing retailer that provides exceptional service. One well-known Takapuna businessperson explained that a number of men who worked in their office all shopped at Life For Men. Scott, who knows the name of the majority of his customers, was aware of what purchases other men in that office had made over a period of time and as a consequence was able to ensure that they all didn’t turn up to work wearing the same clothes. I was also told of an instance where Peter Pearless (Manager of Les Mills Takapuna) was made aware of a member who had cut his hand (prior to a workout) and had blood on his shirt. Whilst working out Pete had the shirt washed, pressed and back to the member, enabling him to attend an important business meeting feeling confident in his appearance. A further example involved Lesley Lane of Frank Casey Takapuna. A gentleman had told me that he had rung the store by cellphone and was surprised that Lesley had called him by name when she answered the phone and was then able to quote his suit sizes and advice that his hire suit would be ready for him to collect at his convenience. He had previously hired a suit from the store and her strong database and a telephone system, that had number recognition, had enabled her to provide a level of service better than that which was anticipated.
Local Body Elections Last month, I spoke of my excitement that such people of the calibre of Dave Donaldson and Allison Roe were standing for the Local Board. It is pleasing to see that further quality candidates have put their names forward to represent the Devonport-Takapuna region. There are not many organisations on the North Shore who have not benefited from the benevolence of Aidan Bennett, founder and Managing Director of Benefitz. A Takapuna resident Aidan is passionate about his community, a prolific sponsor, vice president of the North Harbour Club Charitable Trust (an organisation that has donated nearly $1.5 million to the youth of the North Shore) and member of the Stellar Trust Advisory Board. Aidan is also the publisher of this highly popular Channel magazine that unashamedly highlights the positive things happening on the Shore. Longtime Takapuna retailer and former TBBA Chairman Mike Sheehy is another to throw his hat in the ring. Mike certainly has a feel for public opinion through his daily interactions with customers at Home Fabrics and as a former Takapuna Community Board member. Devonport resident and Cycle Action Auckland member, Tracey Talbot, is also standing for the Local Board. An Opus Parks and Recreation Project Manager, Tracey works in Takapuna and is passionate about providing quality parks and recreation experiences for our community. Our Local Board is the best performing Board in Auckland and with people such as these prepared to provide their time, experience, knowledge and passion to our community, the upcoming election will prove to be a most interesting and closely-fought affair.
A Month of Opportunities Neither wind nor rain nor winter chills could get past the excitement bubbling throughout Takapuna last month. Not only did Lululemon Athletica, part of the McKenzies precinct, open its flexible yoga doors to patrons, but so did The CO-OP (by Trelise Cooper) and Australian designer label Minty Meets Munt – propelling Takapuna into the fashion world. With spring also came new opportunities and fresh faces as WHK rebranded to Crowe Horwarth, leading online inventory software company, Unleashed, opened an office in Takapuna, and Oceanbridge was appointed as the New Zealand agent for APL. It’s a lot to take in and there’s heaps more in the woodworks so be sure to follow us on Facebook to get the latest on community updates.
WIN 1 of 5 Instax 210 Cameras It’s all about fashion this September and we want to help put that skip back in your style-step by giving away five FUJIFILM Instax 210 cameras! To enter, simply check out the new fashion blog on takapunabeach.co.nz, where you’ll find style inspiration and tips – from scarab green dresses, gift ideas, must-have accessories, and unique fashion finds.
Takapuna Find of the Month: Ark Coffee Hidden in a back alley nook, some would say Ark Coffee is Takapuna’s best kept secret. The coffee retailer has its own roasting machines and specialises in brewing the perfect cuppa. If you’re a coffee aficionado, this is paradise found. Check them out at arkcoffee.co.nz
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New Store Feature: Wallace Cotton, Takapuna Beach
New Takapuna Store For
Wallace Cotton
Beautiful linen and homewares adorn the latest Wallace Cotton store, which opened recently at 34 Hurstmere Road in Takapuna. The popular brand moved from their previous store in Como Street, Takapuna and are enjoying being in a bigger, brighter new space. The Wallace Cotton team have worked their magic to create a stunning new look for the store; it’s worth stopping by to look at the incredible window displays including a four-poster bed made of trees. Everywhere you look in Takapuna there are so many new developments. Takapuna Store Manager Jane-Anne and her team are excited to be a part of this revival. Jane-Anne said: “Takapuna is just bustling at the moment; there is so much going on in terms of new eateries and retail stores. We’re just down the road from the stylish new McKenzie Precinct and of course it helps to have one of Auckland’s best beaches right on our doorstep.” The extra space has come just at the right time, coinciding with the launch of the much-anticipated Wallace Cotton Spring Collection. Inspired by clear spring days, the new season collection creates chic simplicity with pure blue hues, crisp whites, fresh florals and vintage linen charm. The spring bedding range can be seen in all the window displays, but Jane-Anne encourages everyone to pop in for a closer look. She said: “We’ve even added a lounge area with a couch covered in our new sackcloth linen range. Sit down and enjoy the relaxed ambience created by the new spring designs.” Wallace Cotton has always been synonymous with stylish and affordable bed linen but their latest range of sleepwear, clothing and kitchen accessories cements their position as a design-led lifestyle business. “Floral prints and
classic stripes continue to be a strong trend this season and we have reflected this across our spring designs,” says Paula Wallace, Design Director.
We’ve even added a lounge area with a couch covered in our new sackcloth linen range. Sit down and enjoy the relaxed ambience created by the new spring designs. Pop into their new Takapuna store for some spring inspiration. Wallace Cotton, 34 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna 09 551 7767 www.wallacecotton.com
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Health & Fitness: with Les Mills Takapuna By Claire Bellingham Personal Trainer at Les Mills Takapuna
Strength Training for
Weight Management and Health Unfortunately there comes a time in life when your metabolic rate starts to slow and weight begins to creep on. This can occur as early as late 20s and it’s never a welcome development! You’re moving and eating similarly but the physique just isn’t quite the same. Once this transition starts it is suggested that weight begins to increase at approximately 1kg per year so in a decade you can find yourself 10kgs heavier even though your lifestyle is the same. Pretty unfair! The main factor affecting metabolic rate is the amount of lean muscle mass in the body. Muscle is “metabolically active tissue” which means the body has to expend energy to maintain it. So just sitting on the couch with your lean muscle mass you’re burning more calories than a person with less lean muscle mass. The more lean muscle mass you can keep, the easier it is to manage your weight without requiring a super-strict diet. After all, isn’t being over 30 stressful enough without having to give up your treats too? The best way to regain lean muscle mass is strength training. This can be with body weight, free weights or weight machines. The gym offers it all! Try out a free Weights Discovery programme, enjoy a Pump class or sign up with a trainer. As well as building lean muscle mass, weight training increases metabolic rate for hours afterwards as the body recovers. It’s the gift that keeps giving! Regular strength training has significant benefits to overall health and wellbeing. It creates strong ligaments and tendons, which serve to support our joints and decrease the likelihood of injury from other activities. Bone density increases dramatically, reducing your risk of osteoporosis. Strength training increases muscle endurance, making aerobic exercise easier and improving sporting performance. Strength training enhances quality of life because it enables you to better perform daily activities that require lifting, pushing and pulling. It improves posture, confidence and balance. Strength
training just three times a week can build a stronger, leaner more youthful you. Some women are concerned that strength training will cause them to “bulk up”. This is a myth. Even women trying to put on muscle often struggle to do so because women have less testosterone than men. Most women come to the gym wanting to drop a dress size or two. Incorporating an appropriate weight training program as part of a fitness and nutrition regime will not only
Regular strength training has significant benefits to overall health and wellbeing. It creates strong ligaments and tendons, which serve to support our joints and decrease the likelihood of injury from other activities. drop the centimetres away but leave a leaner, firmer and more toned body. Strength training is a key component of fitness for men and women of every age. You’ll manage your weight with less effort and improve your health and wellbeing at the same time.
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OUR FIVE WINNERS UNLEASHED!
We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our five Les Mills Takapuna Community Memberships: Karen Phang, Kellie Clarke, Sarah Houbolt, Katherine Badham and Chris Steele. A big thanks to everyone who applied – your stories of personal motivation blew us away. Our winners have each scored a free 12-month membership, six personal training sessions, placement in Les Mills Bootcamp® and five Under Armour® workout tees. Our winners have made a great first move and we can’t wait to see them unleash themselves at the gym!
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Fitness Focus: The Biggest Transformation
Bill & Stan showing 400kgs of weight loss they have achieved to date.
The Biggest Transformation Transforming You into a Healthy, Fit Kiwi
The Biggest Transformation is an eight-week programme that will challenge any fitness level. To date, the programme has helped over 100 people achieve a total weight loss of over 400kg here on the North Shore. The Biggest Transformation trainers, Stan & Bill, believe that with total dedication to their proven system, anyone can actually transform and improve the quality of their lives. They have made a huge difference to all their clients’ lives, achieving goals that the participants thought were impossible. Participants on average will lose 4-8kgs on the programme, where some have lost up to 13.8kgs (Rangi) and 13.4kgs (Matt) in 8 weeks. Their programme works by challenging all participants for eight weeks. Each participant receives all the guidance that they need to ensure all their goals are achieved by the end of the challenge. Accomplished personal trainer Stan said: “Both Bill and I believe that the most rewarding thing about the transformation challenge is having the joy of watching people who have not done any exercise before turn into exercise bunnies!� Participants will receive per week; four x Personal Training sessions, unlimited Les Mills group fitness classes and a nutritional/exercise diary to record their journey. The Biggest Transformation is held at Les Mills Takapuna and Britomart with only four intakes per year. There are non-contract memberships for non Les Mills members. Next intake starts October 12th, limited spaces available. If you want to be pushed and challenged, get in contact with Stan or Bill 021 061 3776 stanleych88@hotmail.com facebook.com/thebiggesttransformation
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A (true) gentleman never seeks out at•ten•tion; nor does he allow it to pass him by
A man of sub•stance (wears) many hats
SUMMER2013 Launched in 2003 after an inspirational trip to Tokyo, Superdry is an urban outerwear and denim label. Its core philosophy is to offer unique product with unrivalled detailing at accessible prices. Superdry aims to create 'future classic' garments inspired by a love for iconic silhouettes, pushing fits, fabrics and vintage washes whilst blending incredible branding and detailing uncommonly linked with clothing. LIFE FOR MEN’s USP and brand ethos: quality, value and design. Superdry has many looks and products which cross many social and age demographics. There is something for everyone, ranging from vintage inspired graphics, lumberjack and premium shirting. That‘s why we stock and love the brand, and so will you.
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Shore City: Body Pro
Shore City: Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers
Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers
Body Pro There’s a new face at Body Pro Takapuna, Brook York. Brook’s genuine passion for the industry was obvious from the moment I walked into the store.
Although you definitely wouldn’t guess it by looking at him (and no, he didn’t pay me to say that), Adrian Turner has worked at Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers since 1994, that’s 17 years. He must have caught the industry bug, as he went from managing the store to owning it in 2005.
Brook owns the business along with Derek, and has been running the store Brook York. for 4 weeks. This is his second store however, the other is in Browns Bay, and Derek’s had his store in Albany for more than 5 years, so between them there’s an immense amount of knowledge and experience. With the growing number of online retailers offering nutrition supplements, Body Pro stands out in the crowd. “There’s no spiel here. We have a personal relationship with our customers and tailor our recommendations to their specific goals,” says Brook, “plus because we’ve actually tried the products ourselves, we can speak from experience and give honest advice.” The range at Body Pro Takapuna is certainly great. You’ll find protein bars, ready-to-drink shakes, protein powder, multi vitamins, pre-workout and even an expanding range of Body Pro clothing. When I asked him what he enjoys the most, Brook said it had to be dealing with his customers and hearing about how their products have made a difference. Next time you’re at Shore City, pop in for a visit to Body Pro and meet Brook. His store is on the same level as Les Mills, at the top of the escalators, with plenty of free parking by the door.
Since then Adrian’s turned the store into a real gem (sorry about the pun, I couldn’t resist). With wedding season coming up, I talked his Store Manager Kerryn into wearing 4 diamond rings all at once. These are just a small example of the huge range of engagement and wedding rings, jewellery and watches on display. When I asked Adrian what makes Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers different, it was hard to pick just one thing. “We do a lot of custom design Adrian Turner. and manufacture, often spending hours working with our suppliers to pick the perfect diamonds for our customers.” Adrian said, “We also specialise in pearls and natural fancy diamonds sourced from around the world.” In fact he’s off overseas to the biggest international industry trade fair in the world next month, where he’ll be keeping an eye out for Colombian Emeralds, fine green Tourmaline from Brazil and looking to extend their range of natural fancy diamonds in pinks and yellows, and maybe even blues. Adrian will also be visiting the actual pearl farmers while he’s there. I can speak from personal experience that Adrian’s customers speak very highly of him and his expert team. Their level of service and expertise really is second to none. Find out for yourself next time you’re at Shore City. Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers is easy to find on level one near the main escalators.
Body Pro - Rooftop Level Carpark, Shore City (opposite Les Mills), Takapuna. Phone: 486 3146. www.bodypro.co.nz
Fifth Avenue Diamond Jewellers - Shore City, Takapuna. Phone: 489 8461. www.fifth-avenue.co.nz
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For the man that has it all Whether you’re a man’s man or a man about town, Shore City has products that will have you thinking outside the man cave. pick up the 12 page Gift Guide for Guys from participating Shore City stores for our ultimate rundown of the latest and greatest. TOP ROW: Whiskey Rocks $35.50 from Flying SauceRS, Dian Hanson’s History of Pin-Up Magazines $70 (box set) from RembRandT middle ROW: Caravan Clock by Ian Blackwell $95 from Texan aRT SchOOlS, Swanndri Overnighter bag (only 100 made) $349.99 & Messenger bag $199.99 from baRkeRS bOTTOm ROW: Tag Heuer Aquaracer Grande Date Chronograph watch $3,400 from FiFTh avenue diamOnd JeWelleRS, Arber 3-in-1 Hair & Body Wash, Aftershave Balm & Eau de Toilette set for $105.50 from The bOdy ShOP
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Channel Fashion: Miny Meets Munt, Takapuna
Make Way for Minty Meets Munt
Pamela Hodge.
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It was a seminal moment for locally-owned brand Minty Meets Munt when Kelly Osbourne wore one of their dresses on the cover of Cleo magazine. It spoke of how far owners Yvonne and Brent McCarty had come in establishing the name as a reflection of the edgy vibrant style they themselves epitomise.
Takapuna last month welcomed Minty Meets Munt to Hurstmere Road and fashionistas can give thanks to the style gods for this breath of very fresh air to the Shore. The fresh face of the new Hurstmere Road store is stylist Pamela Hodge. As a fashion model, Pam worked with such designers as Paula Ryan, Caroline Sills, Scope, Verge, Trelise Cooper and Liz Mitchell. She is a former Miss Zealand contestant and has a stunning presence in this high-fashion store. Pam has a qualification in Design and Textile Technology and a keen appreciation of high fashion, avidly following the international catwalk shows and associated trends. “It’s a gorgeous store, isn’t it,” said Shore local Pam. “And it’s not a bad view either!” She says gesturing outside across Hurstmere Road to the ocean and Rangitoto. Pam gives a welcome smile and can offer her expert eye to clients wanting to add a Minty Meets The Minty Meets Munt store on Munt look to their wardrobe. Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Super-stylish couple Yvonne and Brent live on the same road as their central Takapuna store. They are bringing a new brand of fashion to the Shore, a brand that is making waves on the international stage. Brent said: “It is leading edge fashion with inspiration coming straight from the catwalks throughout the world. We look at what’s featuring in Milan, New York, Paris, London and put our spin on it. “It’s young. It’s fresh and it’s reaching a wider market than we initially imagined it would.” Though initially targeted at the 18-28 age range, the team have discovered that pieces are also appealing to mums of the clients they expected to be the shop’s customer base. Yvonne said: “We look at MMM as being a brand that we can take to the globe, and we are already doing this: We have a retail store in Sydney and are launching in the USA this month.” “Our goal is to open up more stores in Melbourne, for example, and we may well open more stores in New Zealand. In Australia the brand is very well known already and we thought we would try the pop-up concept here in Takapuna to test the market response here.” Takapuna is lucky to have Minty Meets Munt in the neighbourhood. Spring collection is now in store. Minty Meets Munt, Hurstmere Road, Takapuna www.mintymeetsmunt.com
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From winter, through spring and into summer, every home is made, well, more homely, with the addition of a barefoot-friendly rug. One of the decorative and practical must haves for the home, nothing takes away the cold from those wooden floorboards or adds a touch of style and colour to a fully carpeted room like a quality wool rug. It’s a design statement you can make, whatever your room size, your colour preference, your existing floor covering, and your budget. And if are after quality and style in equal parts, there is one place you should have on your radar: Rug Direct. To owners Bahman and Farah Farahani, a rug is a piece of art that can transform a room, as well as be a practical solution to indoor issues. Farah said: “It’s important that our homes not only look great and feel inviting, but are also practical and functional to suit our individual living requirements.” It is the place for rugs on the Shore; from flat weave to shag pile, traditional to modern, kids’ rugs to party rugs. Bahman said: “We have rugs for living or for luxury!” The interior design service this family-owned company also offers gives discerning customers the opportunity to create a unique home environment. Farah said: “We’ll use our expertise to give you a fresh perspective and enhance your existing ideas. We like to help people express who they are through their home décor choices.” Don’t be in the dark with your design ideas, see your vision, and your home, come to life with a new look. Whether you feel your home needs a small injection of warmth or colour this season, or you’re in the mood for a complete design overhaul, get in touch with this stylish couple – they’ll sort it! Rug Direct, 6 Link Drive, Wairau Park 09 444 0085 Open Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 4pm. Follow Rug Direct on Facebook.
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Channel Pets with DogHQ This lovable Channel Magazine feature is presented by Louise O’Sullivan of DogHQ, the North Shore’s 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
Teach your dog to bark
in order to make it stop?! Perhaps one of the most frustrating problems dog owners, or more importantly their neighbours, face is unwanted barking. It is hard to label this a behavioural issue as the dog is just communicating, as it has been naturally equipped to do and it is only the annoyance of this on the human ear that is the problem. There are many gadgets and training methods to try and minimise unwanted barking in a dog, but perhaps one of the least understood processes is to actually TEACH the dog to bark on command first. It doesn’t seem logical that this method would work but it can be startling effective and sometimes almost an instantaneous cure. Renowned behaviourist Karen Pryor explains: “It is an axiom of learning theory that when a behaviour is brought under stimulus control – that is, when the organism learns to offer the behaviour in response to some kind of cue and
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only then – the behaviour tends to extinguish in the absence of the cue. You can use this natural law to get rid of all kinds of things you don’t want, simply by bringing the behaviour under the control of a cue… and then never giving the cue.” Karen also goes on to explain how you can use this very same theory to calm down noisy kids in the car! So, if you’ve got a problem with barking dogs and noisy kids, see her best seller “Don’t Shoot the Dog”. Karen, along with most other behaviourists will tell you that the holy grail of behaviour modification remains eliminating the motivation. This is often the kindest and most effective method of all. The person who has enough to eat is not going to steal a loaf of bread. For dog barking, the motivation is generally related to being lonely, frightened and bored. Therefore, exercise and attention may be the simplest and most effective solution. Behaviour modification as a topic is endlessly fascinating and relevant to all species. There is a large amount of great literature available online to help. And the sooner we start to look at a behavior as something we want to MODIFY as opposed to something that needs to be fixed, the more interesting it is and the more successful we will be. If you are interested, here is some reading to get you started... • The Culture Clash – A revolutionary new way of understanding the relationship between humans and domestic dogs – Jean Donaldson • Don’t Shoot the dog! - The new art of teaching and training – Karen Pryor • How To Behave So Your Dog Behaves – Dr Sophia Yin The local provider www.learningabout dogs.co.nz is a great place to start.
OW? DID YOU KN • Surprisingly, the French bulldog was first developed in England, not France as the name might suggest. • Pugs are one of the oldest breeds of dog. They are believed to come from China as early as 400 BC.
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Book Reviews for Booklovers from The Booklover
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September finds us in the midst of the Christmas preparation, selecting the titles we believe our customers will enjoy for themselves or as gifts for family and friends. Next month, some of those books will be appearing, and lots more throughout November. Talk to us soon if you are looking for corporate gifts. This month, we are highlighting for CHANNEL readers the second novels from Jamie Ford and Simon Sebag Montefiore, the new Bill Bryson bundle of entertainment, and the inspirational story of the global success of a New Zealand ‘green’ enterprise – Ecostore.
ECOMAN: From a Garage in Northland to a Pioneering Global Brand - Malcolm Rands $40
Malcolm Rands, an organic gardener from Northland, started Ecostore from New Zealand’s first permaculture eco-village with his wife Melanie in 1993. They began by mixing soaps and detergents by hand for their mailorder business in a dug-out basement. With a canny ability to think outside the square, 20 years on, Malcolm has built Ecostore into a multi-million dollar business. Its distinctive, masterfully branded products are on the shelves of thousands of supermarkets in New Zealand, Australia and the US. Now with a foothold in Hong Kong, Singapore and China, they are poised for further global expansion. This inspirational memoir gives an insight into the mind of a hippy and a capitalist, entrepreneur and activist, artist and true Kiwi ‘superhero’. It’s a fascinating story of humble beginnings, taking on the multinationals and their nasty chemicals, bucking the trend and setting a new standard of healthier living. Malcolm is more determined than ever to work toward restoring the health and wellbeing of New Zealand by making it easier for people to be green. This book includes his tips on how to green up your home and office, his thoughts on New Zealand’s ‘pure’ image and some timely lessons in sustainability.
One Night In Winter - Simon Sebag Montefiore $38
By the author of the international bestsellers Jerusalem and Stalin: The Court of the Red Tsar and the popular novel Sashenka, and based on a true account, this is a heart-breaking love story set in Stalin’s Russia. If your children were forced to testify against you, what terrible secrets would they reveal? Moscow, 1945. As Stalin and his courtiers celebrate victory over Hitler, shots ring out. On a nearby bridge, a teenage boy and girl lie dead. But this is no ordinary tragedy and these are no ordinary teenagers, but the children of Russia’s most important leaders who attend the most exclusive school in Moscow. Is it murder? A suicide pact? Or a conspiracy against the state? Directed by Stalin himself, an investigation begins as children are arrested and forced to testify against their friends – and their parents. This terrifying witch-hunt soon unveils illicit love affairs and family secrets in a hidden world where the smallest mistakes will be punished with death.
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Songs of Willow Frost - Jamie Ford $35 From the bestselling author of the acclaimed and beloved Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet. Twelve-year-old William Eng, a Chinese American boy, has lived at Seattle’s Sacred Heart Orphanage ever since his mother’s listless body was carried away from their small apartment five years ago. On his birthday – or rather, the day the nuns designate as his birthday – William and the other orphans are taken to the historical Moore Theatre, where William glimpses an actress on the silver screen who goes by the name of Willow Frost. Struck by her features, William is convinced that the movie star is his mother, Liu Song. Determined to find Willow and prove that his mother is still alive, William escapes from Sacred Heart with his friend Charlotte. The pair navigate the streets of Seattle, where they must not only survive but confront the mysteries of William’s past and his connection to the exotic film star. The story of Willow Frost, however, is far more complicated than the Hollywood fantasy William sees onscreen. Shifting between the Great Depression and the 1920s, Songs of Willow Frost takes you on an emotional journey of discovery. It is a powerful tale of two souls – a boy with dreams for his future and a woman escaping her haunted past – both seeking love, hope and forgiveness.
A myriad of reading choices for all ages...
One Summer: America 1927 - Bill Bryson $55
In the summer of 1927, America had a booming stock market, a president (Calvin Coolidge) who worked just four hours a day (and slept much of the rest of the time), a semi-crazed sculptor with a mad plan to carve four giant heads into an inaccessible mountain called Rushmore, a devastating flood of the Mississippi, a sensational murder trial, and a youthful aviator (Charles Lindbergh) who started the summer wholly unknown and finished it as the most famous man on earth. (So famous that Minnesota considered renaming itself after him.) It was the summer that saw the birth of talking pictures, the invention of television, the peak of Al Capone’s reign of terror, the horrifying bombing of a school in Michigan by a madman, the ill-conceived decision that led to the Great Depression, the thrilling, improbable return to greatness of a wheezing, over-the-hill baseball player named Babe Ruth, and much more. In this hugely entertaining book, Bill Bryson, in his inimitable style, spins a story of brawling adventure, reckless optimism and delirious energy, with an unforgettable cast of vivid and eccentric personalities.
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Health & Fitness with Pilates Unlimited
Shore Matters with Maggie Barry
Working for the
greater good
Mary Shields and Sandy Medway
Pilates – It’s the Business! Milford business ladies Sandy Medway of Barfoot & Thompson and Mary Shields of House of Travel Milford have seen the positive results of twiceweekly sessions at Pilates Unlimited. Sandy started at the studio over ten years ago and is a very loyal client. For her, Pilates has become part of her everyday life. Sandy says: "I am so much fitter and stronger and I look forward to my sessions each week - I suffer withdrawals if I am unable to go! Many people, including my colleagues, ask me what I do to keep fit and I can’t recommend and praise Pilates Unlimited enough, especially the highly-trained instructors.” Three years ago Sandy introduced her friend Mary to Pilates Unlimited. Mary had seen the results for Sandy’s strength, posture and flexibility and decided to book in and get started.
Both Sandy and Mary feel the benefits from regular Pilates including core strength, increased flexibility, and good posture. This enables them to enjoy life, work and holidays to the fullest! “Sandy and I have been friends for over 30 years. Our exercise regime was running-based and included the Auckland half marathon. Today this has changed to a Pilates regime twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursday at 7am!" says Mary. Both Sandy and Mary feel the benefits from regular Pilates including core strength, increased flexibility, and good posture. This enables them to enjoy life, work and holidays to the fullest. Sandy and Mary are very committed to their duo lessons with instructor Lizzie Kumar and as well as their Pilates concentration, they always bring a smile to the studio. "It's great to work with such fantastic and positive ladies," says owner Carole Fraser. For further information on Authentic Pilates please contact the studio on 486 1018.
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We have some really impressive not-forprofit groups within the electorate, which carry out important work for people in our community who might need help at a stressful time in their lives. This work is often done quietly without fuss or Maggie Barry. fanfare by people who don't seek the limelight but who I think deserve some acknowledgement. A fine example is the team at Raeburn House in Milford, which continues to do a fantastic job and is to be congratulated on the launch of the 20th edition of their Directory of Support Services for North Shore, known as the “community Bible”. For the past 20 years the Raeburn team has been led by the highlyregarded Carol Ryan and it’s very clear to me that her energy and enthusiasm has underpinned the great work done by Raeburn. As a former Patron of Hospice New Zealand, the work of Hospice North Shore is close to my heart and I add my congratulations to their celebration of 30 years of service to our community. For the third year in a row, Grant and I enjoyed the hospice’s highly successful annual Vintner’s Brunch which raised $160,000. The indefatigable Sue Stanaway has excelled as the coordinator and will be missed as she stands down. Chief Executive Jan Nichols leads a talented and dedicated team and the successful fundraising helps keep the hospice free to all comers. I also commend the long-serving Janferie Bryce-Chapman, of Age Concern, on the important work her group is doing looking after the wellbeing, rights and dignity of older people in the community. It was great to see that all the hard work of Minister Jo Goodhew has paid off and the SuperGold programme has now surpassed 10,000 business outlets. In the past 18 months the number of SuperGold participating businesses has nearly quadrupled and the continued growth and success of this programme means that our seniors can continue to get real value from it both here and in Australia. The SuperGold Card has come a very long way with the active support of National and you can find a comprehensive list of the businesses offering a big range of discounts at www.supergold.govt.nz/directory. The Local Body elections are looming fast and the hardworking Local Board member Joe Bergin, who is also chair of my local National Party executive, is standing again for the Local Board and also for the Auckland Council with former Mayor George Wood under the ‘Fair Deal for Shore’ banner. I think they are a winning combination for the North Shore. See www.fairdeal.co.nz. Congratulations to Aidan Bennett, publisher of this fine magazine, who is also stepping up to the plate, along with Dave Donaldson and Allison Roe to stand for the Local Devonport-Takapuna Board in the elections. They are all passionate about the North Shore and it’s really encouraging to see a new and energetic team putting themselves forward to serve their community. As always, if I can help you with any issues please contact my electorate office on northshore@parliament.govt.nz or 09 486-0005. Maggie Barry ONZM, MP for North Shore. Facebook.com /maggiebarrynz - Email: northshore@parliament.govt.nz
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WHAT’S HOT ON THE SHORE IN…
September Need ideas on where to go and what to do? Look no further. Each month, Channel gives you a helpful heads up on new stuff on the Shore for the month ahead. If you've hit on a top spot, found a super cool something, place to go or person to keep an eye on, let us know.
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If you’re a fan of fashion-forward New Zealand designed clothing, you’ll love the new additions to Takapuna. Minty Meets Munt is bringing edgy, vibrant style to Hurstmere Road. Local owners Yvonne and Brent McCarty have created something beautiful with their high-end clothing store. Over on Northcroft St, The Co-Op is situated next door to the Department Store. The shop is full of funky dresses, printed shirts and other fashionable items by Trelise Cooper’s brand for the younger market. That said, we reckon there’s something for everyone at The Co-Op. Minty Meets Munt, 62 – 78 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. The Co-Op Shop 5, 2 – 8 Northcroft Street Takapuna Phone 09 4862 674.
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Where we're shopping… Urban Kids store in Devonport is the perfect place to visit if you’re keen to deck out a child’s room with good quality New Zealand and European made furniture. From beds to storage and funky accessories for your little person’s room, Urban Kids has an extensive selection to jazz up kids' spaces. The trendy under bed drawers ($1295) are ideal for storing toys and clothes and we like the look of the Urban Loft Bed ($1455 desk and the bookcase sold separately) and the Trendy Bookcase ($1149). They also have an online store if you prefer to shop that way. Urban Kids, 93 Victoria Road, Devonport. Phone: 0800872266 or visit: www.urbankids.co.nz
Heritage is Hot! September brings with it Auckland Heritage Festival. Hark back to days gone by and get involved with heritage events here on the Shore. Dress retro in clothes from Viva La Vintage at the 1940s Glamour High Tea at The Peace and Plenty Inn, Devonport on the 7th. The Vic Theatre hosts a film-screening on heritage home renovations on the 30th, and quaint old photos will be exhibited alongside a brass band concert at Milford Reserve on the last day of the festival on October 13th. Forget history's nerdy school teacher image, heritage IS cool.
Where we're eating… If you love Italian and the concept of Mexico (delicious drinks and good food at a reasonable price), look no further than Blunderbuss, the new offering at the McKenzies Development in Takapuna. The restaurant is lively and fun with posters adorning the walls and a mixture of large communal tables along with seating for smaller groups. There is a fantastic selection of on-tap wines, Italian beer, a great cocktail menu and the food menu is bellissimo! We can highly recommend the duck pizza, calamari, and the mousse for dessert! Blunderbuss, McKenzies Development, 21 Hurstmere Rd 09 929 2792.
If you love Malaysian food then you'll love Kopio Restaurant on Northcroft Street at the bottom of the Sentinel building in Takapuna. Kopio is run by the husband and wife team of Mei and Arthur Wong. After 15 years in Parnell they have moved across the bridge and the Shore is slowly discovering the special treats created by Mei in the kitchen and the warmth provided by Arthur in the restaurant. Channel publisher Aidan Bennett (pictured with Arthur and Mei) made sure Kopio was added to the What's Hot column after enjoying a first-time visit in mid-August. He says the Green Curry and Nasi Goreng were superb. www.kopio.co.nz - 09 486 0122.
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Support Your Breasts… It’s that time of year again where we all are thinking that we want to shape up for summer. So why not start off with a brand new sports bra? Sorry guys, this one is for the ladies. I myself am guilty of not wearing a sports bra to all of my training sessions and after doing more research into this particular topic, I will definitely be wearing one and I hope you come to the same conclusion. Many women neglect to look after their breasts and if we are willing to buy supported and cushioned shoes for our feet then why not our breasts. A correctly fitted sports bra offers a high level of support and comfort, which most women would like to have during their workout. The benefits of wearing a sport bra is that they cut down the breast movement by 60-80%, support your back and shoulders giving you better posture, which means better stance. And during physical activity, help absorb sweat to keep you dry and light.
1. The Armour Bra ‘Made for you’: Under armour knows you are not the same as everybody else. That’s why the thoughtful construction of this bra is laser-focused on making it fit exactly the right way on your body. They are sized for both band and cup for your exact fit, removable perforated quick dry cups for support, shape and modesty. The benefits of the armour bra are strategic mesh venting for cool, dry and light comfort, ultra soft back closure system (B-DD), bonded seam free interior for support and antichafing and smart fabrics which wick sweat and move with you. RRP: $99.99
The ramifications of not wearing a sport bra can cause increased discomfort during a workout, future back problems and yes, I’m going to say it, sagging breasts. With the average 36C breast weighing between 250-300 grams, this movement puts a strain on the fragile support structure of our breasts, which are basically made up of a fatty tissue therefore an excessive amount of bounce over time can stretch the ligament and cause the sagging no matter the cup size! So why not invest in one? At Stirling Sports Takapuna and Albany, we understand this problem and have three main options for you and here’s a little information to steer you in the right direction:
2. Shock Absorber Run Bra: Extreme support with 78% bounce reduction, soft seamless inner cups for minimal friction, upper back support, padded straps, quick dry, moisture wicking chest band, concealed elastic under arms to reduce chaffing and high performance fabrics to keep you cool. RRP $109.99
3. Shock Absorber Max sports Bra: 60% bounce reduction, internal cup sized support, highly padded and adjustable straps for extra support, inner support sling, a sporty crop top style with internal cup sized support and also moisture wicking, breathable and high performance fabrics to keep you cool. RRP $109.99
Come into Stirling Sports Takapuna and Albany and our knowledgeable ladies will fit you into the right-sized sports bra to help you perform better - Grace Carmichael, Assistant Manager, Stirling Sports Takapuna.
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Season Winning Team’s Jubilee and Goldies Tournament – Netball News This Month Netball North Harbour has been an integral part of the North Harbour community for over 60 years, which means that many of you will have spent time down here at our facility either on the side line or on court. Each week during the netball season most of our 16,000 current members will come through our gates on at least one occasion, but we are always keen to welcome back those of you who may not have visited us for some time.
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As part of our 60th Jubilee celebrations last year we hosted a Goldies Tournament. Following the popularity of the tournament, we have decided to make this an annual fixture in our calendar and this will take place on the weekend of 28th & 29th September. Get together a group of friends, enter into either the 35+ or 45+ grade, dust off your netball skirts and get ready to take a trip down memory lane with a lot of laughs along the way. Entry forms are available from our website www.netballnorthharbour.co.nz or contact Vikki McColl (vikki@netballnorthharbour.co.nz). Our winter season is now winding down for both community netball and representative netball. The Netball North Harbour age group representative teams performed well with both the JustWorkout NNH Under 19’s and the NNH U15’s placing 3rd in their respective tournaments, and four players from Netball North Harbour being identified by national selectors in their respective tournaments, Fa’amu Ross (Collegiate) U19, Popua Aleamotua (Collegiate) and Michaela Sokolich-Beatson (Westlake & Whangaparaoa College) U17 and Elizabeth Olney (Westlake Girls) U15, these are certainly athletes to watch out for in the future. Club netball has now finished with Shore Rovers, who celebrate their 60th Jubilee this month on the 21st, winning both the Premier 1 and Premier 2 competitions. Both teams defeated Collegiate teams in their respective finals. Congratulations on your success and for reaching 60 years of being part of the North Harbour community. Our thanks to all of you who have assisted and supported AMI Netball North Harbour through the winter season, don’t forget that our summer leagues start after the September school holidays, we hope to see you all at the courts. A reminder that our major fundraiser for the year, our recipe book, ‘feed – it’s game on in the kitchen’, is available either from our reception or from www. netballnorthharbour.co.nz for $35.
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The Shore Hifi team: (front) John, Patrice, (back) Palmer and Anthony.
Your questions answered by
Meghan Maher Repertoire’s Style Director
I am seeing stripes everywhere. Can everyone wear stripes? Stripes are everywhere, on all the ramp shows and in all collections both locally and internationally. Stripes and strong geometric prints are a megatrend for Summer 13/14. They are classic in nature and never go out of date which is why we always love them in our collections. Take care with horizontal stripes as they break up ones height and can bring attention to areas we often want to camouflage e.g tummy’s and hips. They are easier to wear if the stripes are thin and close together. Vertical stripes can be very flattering, they do the opposite to horizontal stripes. They take the eye up and down the body emphasising ones height. They are particularly flattering when they are narrow and close together. If you love stripes, have fun with them this season. We have gorgeous striped pants, blouses and maxi skirts. For a more subtle and timeless take on this trend we have gorgeous lined sheer tops with knit striped fabric, it’s a little unexpected and it looks fabulous.
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The way we listen to music nowadays is changing. Having the time to look through your CD and/or Vinyl Record collection is becoming a rarity indeed. Instead, we have moved to choosing our music electronically on an IPad, IPhone or equivalent device. Doing it this way is so convenient; but with all its benefits, there are pitfalls to consider. Quality of the music file itself is of utmost importance. They say "You can't get blood out of a stone" - and whoever came up with those wise words, couldn't be more right! Let’s face it, everyone loves music in the home. Music replay or reproduction has undergone some huge changes in the home over the last few years. Traditional CD replay has dramatically dropped by the wayside for many uses. Shore Hi-fi has amongst the most specialised staff in New Zealand who, collectively, have well over 60 years of industry experience both nationally and internationally. This means that the customer gains expert advice specifically designed for their individual needs. John, Anthony and Palmer work as a team to pass on their knowledge of new innovations in home audio, including streaming of music, downloading and storing music files. For the first time in years, the public has driven these changes, not the big music distributors, forcing you, the consumer, down a particular path. The home computer has played a huge part in bringing multimedia playback to the consumer. However, the ability to cater for the entire family’s music to be stored on the trusty computer - these files can quickly become unwieldy requires good management. Shore Hi-fi can advise on the best method in which to accomplish this! We also specialise in obtaining the very best sound quality from the music "stored" on you PC, and we even have solutions whereby the home computer is not used at all. And for those of you confused by acronyms like .MP3.FLAC.WAV and a whole host of nonsensical abbreviations - we can help "demystify" the jargon by talking to you in easy to understand language. Come in and talk to us about anything Hi-fi, be it turntables (or anything vinyl for that matter), streaming, music storage on a computer, or any hi-fi question, we are ready to help! Shore Hi-fi, 1 Byron Ave, Takapuna 09 486 4494 www.shorehifi.co.nz
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North Shore Squash Club: News
Player Profile: Martin Knight
The Knight of the North Shore Squash Club The Dark Knight Rises is a tale of inspiration, hope, motivation and faith; a script which befits the North Shore Squash Club’s own Knight - NZ’s No.2 and World No. 48 Martin Knight. Martin joined the North Shore Squash Club in 2006 and has not only become the club’s foremost player, but a staunch advocate of its virtues. “The North Shore Squash Club definitely spreads development through all levels. Club sponsored coaching is offered to juniors, new members and club representative teams. The club gets right in behind fund raising activities to lessen the burden of travel costs for its National and Regional representatives.” Not only has the Shore been good for Martin, so too has he been good for the club itself. Martin became, in 2011, the first male from the Shore club to win the national championship since 1970. He followed that with another runner-up finish in the 2012 nationals in New Plymouth. He also won the title back again this year. A national representative since competing in the world championships in Pakistan in 2005, Knight has been to two Commonwealth Games; Melbourne in 2006 and Delhi in 2010, and with Waikato’s Joelle King he won a silver medal in the mixed doubles in 2010. And, of course, in an experience he will always relish, he was in the first Shore team to win the coveted Cousins Shield in 2007. Martin is a familiar sight on the courts at the North Shore Club and thinks nothing of giving of his time to run drills for club members of any standing. “There is an amazing talent pool coming out of the club at present, and I’m only too happy to provide the mentoring I cherished in my early squash days,” beams the inspirational Knight. All squash players or new entrants who wish to experience the virtues of the North Shore Squash Club need only contact Marjorie or Deborah on 489 4760, email admin@northshoresquash.co.nz or visit www.northshoresquash.co.nz.
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Quinoa Muffin Healthy eating is important to us here at Sumo and we like to think we cater for most dietary requirements such as vegetarians, vegans, gluten free customers, and anyone else with a special request. Hence, this month we would like to share with you a gluten-free muffin recipe which we bake at different times for our special customers. These healthy muffins include the amazing super grain, quinoa, which we have talked about in the past, and which is included in some of our beautiful salads. It is a very versatile and also, surprisingly, an ancient grain which dates back to the Incas. You can Google it to find out more about it, and also pick up some more delicious ideas on how to add it in to your diet. One of our oldest and most cherished customers, Stephanie, has recently borrowed a book from the Takapuna Library on Quinoa and has raced home to cook up some yummy treats. I hope we get to sample some! Hurry up Stephanie! Anyhow, I hope you really enjoy these lovely butter-free and flourfree savoury muffins. Serve with a light green salad and relish or chutney of your choice. Jacqui. Ingredients 2 cups cooked quinoa (follow the instructions on your packet) 2 whole eggs 4 egg whites 1 cup grated tasty cheese 2 Tbs olive oil 125g chopped mushroom 1 large leek, washed well and chopped 1 medium zucchini, grated 1/4 cup parsley 2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Salt and pepper Method Preheat oven to 180 Celsius and spray your muffin tins (I made six large muffins but of course you can do multiples of six). Soften mushrooms and leeks in a small pan (do not brown). In large bowl add cooked Quinoa, eggs and whites, zucchini, both cheeses, cooked mushrooms and leeks, parsley, and salt and pepper. Mix by hand until just blended. Place mixture in your sprayed muffin tins and bake 20-25 minutes or until nicely browned on top.
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Residential Property Management: Quinovic
Five Favourites On The Shore
9 Reasons Why More
Property Owners Use Quinovic Busy Property investors, especially those with demanding careers or a business to run have limited amount of disposable time. The decision is to where to focus that time and ultimately determines a number of different outcomes. “There are nine core reasons for why more property owners are choosing Quinovic Property Management”, says Graeme Henderson, owner of the Takapuna Quinovic Property Management business, “They have realised it is more profitable for them to spend their time looking for additional investment properties or working on their own business rather than “managing” their property.” 1. Size Counts: Because of our reputation we have become the largest Independent property management group in New Zealand. This means we have more accurate rental appraisal values, we are dealing with more tenants daily and we are able to invest in superior systems to make your investment profitable, easy and safe. 2. Management Specialists: Our business is purely and solely property management. We do not sell Properties we strive to make properties lucrative for their owners. 3. Stability: Because we have been in business for 25 years serving the community we have become New Zealand’s most trusted property management specialists, who get the job done. 4. REAL Property Inspections (not a drive-by): We undertake thorough inspections including photographs and reporting, keeping you informed and in control. 5. Reputation: Over 75% of our business comes from word of mouth, from satisfied clients who find investing in property successful, and tell others. 6. Core Focus Property Management: Our core focus is property management; we do not sell properties or act as body’s corporate. We work solely for the property owner, and so there is no conflict of interest about whose interests we put first. YOURS 7. Full Transparency 24/7 Via World Class Internet-based Reporting Systems: Easy and instant online logon access with real time updates. Check the status of your property’s records, financial statements, inspection results, photos and more, 24/7, no matter where you live. Accurate income and expenditure statements providing clear and concise financial details, enabling ease of accounting and taxation returns for owners. 8. Deal Direct with the Business Owner: While we all share world-class systems and marketing each Quinovic business is owned and operated by a professional and friendly business owner. 9. Our GUARANTEE comes directly from our Clients, and this is what they say: “Congratulations, Quinovic. At last a property manager with a great system. I can and do recommend your company to any landlord for a stress-free investment” (B le Grove, Property Investor). “We make the whole process easy for the property owner, adds Graeme Henderson, let us show you how we are different. We also offer a free rental appraisal for your property with absolutely no strings attached.” For more information call Sandra May or Graeme Henderson at Quinovic; ph 486 7450, 021 844 531 or; sandra@quinovic-takapuna.co.nz
Doyenne of the Do-Up The new series of The Block has once again returned to the Shore with a site opposite Takapuna Grammar School being chosen as the location for the popular DIY reality TV show this year. Only a couple of kms down the road from the site of the last series on Anzac Avenue, this year’s contestants are busy doing up their temporary homes on the corner of Eversleigh Road and Lake Road. One of these contestants sweating it out to create the house that makes the most profit at auction also hails from the North Shore. Alisa Keall-Grant is a 23-year-old public relations consultant who grew up in Devonport. With her partner Koan Vette, 25, Alisa is enjoying the close proximity her new ‘work place’ is in relation to many of her family members and friends and the familiarity of the area. Alisa not only put down tools to answer Channel’s questions for our Q and A feature on The Block in this issue, but she also kindly shares with readers her top ‘Five Favourites on the Shore’… 1. The shady spot underneath the crazy tree in the middle of Cheltenham beach, Devonport: it’s such a beautiful spot in summer, a great tree for climbing and perfect place to watch happy dog walkers go by.
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4. The North Shore Hospice Shop on Ellice Road, Glenfield: I have a small obsession with china and crystal ware and their selection is a steal - great books for cheap too, and some gorgeous old leather handbags from time to time. 5. Aubergine restaurant in Takapuna: Their chicken kebabs are such a great weekend lunch, and the chocolate profiteroles are amazing too! Say hi to the lovely owner, Basil, while you're there.
Northside with Mayor Len Brown
Minimising Rates Rises Auckland Council is well on the path to fulfilling the promise of cohesive governance, integrated decision making and organisational efficiencies offered by amalgamation. Some of our communities continue to face some of the more challenging aspects of change, which is why the council continues to work hard to ease the . wn Bro Mayor Len transition. North Shore ratepayers are amongst those Aucklanders most affected by the move to a single, Auckland-wide rating system, a move driven by the legislation which created the supercity. The government required the first Auckland Council to move all residential ratepayers to a single system based on capital value. We knew this would see some Aucklanders’ rates go up while others would go down, depending on what type of valuation their former council used for rates, like land value by the former North Shore City Council or annual value by the former Auckland City Council. The council successfully urged the Government to make minor legislative changes to allow us to make the impact on our ratepayers as manageable as possible. We capped residential rates rises at 10%, spreading the transition over a three-year period. As well as working to ease the transition for residential ratepayers, the council has been committed to prudent financial management. The six years leading up to amalgamation saw rates increase by an average of 5.7% across Auckland, with the new council facing a projected rates increase of 9% in its first year.
I want to be very clear that rates increases experienced by some ratepayers in excess of those figures are the impact of the government-legislated move to a single rating system, not unsustainable council spending. This was not acceptable. In Auckland Council’s first long-term plan, we identified $1.7 billion worth of savings over the 10 years of the plan. We absorbed the inherited $78 million cost of amalgamation and to date have locked in cumulative operational savings and efficiencies of $145 million. We have driven down average rates increases each year for the past three years – 3.9%, 3.6% and now 2.9% this year. I want to be very clear that rates increases experienced by some ratepayers in excess of those figures are the impact of the government-legislated move to a single rating system, not unsustainable council spending. Your rates are invested in Auckland communities – parks, community facilities, local events, public transport, town centre upgrades, libraries and much, much more. You will have seen the results in your own neighbourhoods, be it the upgraded Hurstmere Green, new or improved ferry terminals at Birkenhead, Hobsonsville and Beach Haven, facilities for our young people like the Hooton Reserve Skatepark and the Sanders Reserve playground, or projects on their way like the new Devonport Library, Marine Square and Albany Stadium Pool. Len Brown – Mayor of Auckland
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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. www.qpcbuilders.co.nz
The Renovation Process
Where to start?
Renovating your home should be easy! This can be a very confusing process but it doesn’t have to be. I meet with a lot of clients who just don’t know where to start. So this month I thought I would break it down to five easy steps. Step one – Research: Find a good local reputable builder and share your ideas with them. Often they are able to give their ideas on cost and help you to qualify if what your wanting to do fits within what your able to do or more importantly what you want to spend. Step two – Design ideas: Your builder will then bring onboard a recommended draftsman or architect that suits your project and budget. The architect can then work for you to develop some concepts based on your ideas and input. With the help of your builder you can narrow down the design that best suits your budget. Step three – Develop design: Once your design is narrowed down and you know the work fits within your predetermined budget (there’s no point in designing something you cant afford) then its time to develop the “concept plans” through to “working drawings” this allows your builder to price accurately and council to approve consent. Step four – Fixed pricing: At this stage you the owner can tender your plans for an accurate fixed price. During this stage your plans can be in council getting approved. Once you have decided on your builder you are good to go. Step five – Construction: This is the time you get to see the months of planning and design come to life. If you have any questions please feel free to get in touch for a free no obligations quote. At QPC Builders we work with a number of draftsman and architects. Our aim is to make the process as streamlined and easy as possible so you can enjoy the entire process. Check out our pictures featured here or our website www.qpcbuilders.co.nz to see some of the renovations we have done in the past and if you would like to get together to have a chat about your renovation give us a call today. All figures are indicative and will depend on a number of factors. QPC Limited would be more than happy to provide a FREE quotation specific to your needs.
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Delicious Treats with Devonport Chocolates
Cocktail Anyone?
By Caroline Everitt of Devonport Chocolates
Spring is here and I am in the mood to celebrate! Inspired by my first cocktail of the season I spent the weekend concocting, trialling and tasting to create the delicious mojito truffle. Put cream and fresh mint in a small saucepan. (Pic 1) Bring to the boil over a medium heat and boil for two minutes, take off the heat and set aside to cool for approximately 30 Pic 1 minutes. Discard the mint and warm the cream back up on a low heat.
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Put 200g of the chocolate callets in a metal or ceramic bowl and place over a pot of simmering water. This is the best way to melt chocolate without burning it. You want to make sure the water isn’t touching the bottom of the bowl, you are just relying on the heat from the
Place baking paper on one of your cookie trays. Cut the end off your piping bag so that you can pipe a length approximately 8-10mm thick. Pipe lengths of mix onto baking paper. Cover and place back in the fridge until set. Cut piped ganache into 1cm lengths, don’t worry if you think this is small, by the time you add more chocolate and coconut they are quite sizeable. (Pic 3) Pic 3
Mojito Truffles • 400g Devonport Chocolates 55% cocoa solids callets • 75g (1/3 cup) cream • 2 sprigs of fresh mint (top 3 inches of the mint stalk) • 1 tablespoon of dark rum (now I know a mojito has white rum in it but I discovered the rum taste doesn’t come through when you use white rum) • lime oil (can be found in most gourmet food stores/supermarkets) • 100g desiccated coconut Equipment Needed: 1 x small pot 1 x medium pot and a bowl that will fit over the top of it to create a bain-marie. 2 x cookie trays or oven trays (one of which can fit in your fridge) 1 x disposable piping bag (available in most supermarkets now, in the baking section) 2x medium high sided bowls 1 x microwave proof bowl Assortment of spatulas, spoons and a fork.
steam to melt the chocolate. Stir your chocolate until it is completely melted, add your warm cream and rum. Stir until well mixed and silky smooth. – IMPORTANT TIP – Don’t let any water get in your chocolate, water and chocolate are not friends and your chocolate may go grainy and seize up like over-whipped cream. Fill your disposable piping bag with your ganache mix. The easiest way to do this is to place your piping bag in a tall cup or mug and roll the edges of the piping bag over the glass. (Pic 2) Place glass and piping bag in fridge and cool until chocolate mix is firm and can hold its shape but not so firm you can’t pipe it.
Cover your second cookie tray in baking paper and place your coconut on it. Put 6 small drops of lime oil on the coconut, mix it around well and put under grill to toast in until light golden brown. Place your coconut in a high sided bowl. Place the other 200g of your chocolate in a microwave proof bowl. Microwave on medium power for two minutes and then give a really good stir. Place back in the microwave at 30 second intervals on medium, stirring well between each burst until melted and smooth. Please don’t whip the chocolate, you don’t want air in it.
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Now here comes the fun bit, you can use forks, spoons or put disposable gloves on your hands if it makes this process easier. Take three pieces of ganache and place in the melted chocolate. (Pic 4) Take pieces out and put in an empty bowl (you do this to remove the excess chocolate or your coconut ends up really messy) Take pieces out of bowl and put in coconut and roll them around. Leave the pieces in the coconut for now to set a little.
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Take three new pieces of ganache and place in melted chocolate. Take pieces out and put in the empty bowl. Take pieces out of bowl and put in coconut and roll around. (Pic 5) Then take out the original pieces that have been in the bowl setting by placing your fork under the pieces, put them on a tray covered in baking paper. Repeat this process with all your chocolate pieces and then place in the fridge for approximately 10-20 minutes, (about as long as it takes to clean up).
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Take out of the fridge and bring up to room temperature to eat or put in a nice box or cellophane bag to give as a gift. (Pic 6) Check in next month when I cover how to temper chocolate at home.
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Cover Feature: Heritage Week Concert and Photo Exhibition, Milford
Whites Aviation Ltd :Photographs. Ref: WA-09956-G. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand. http://natlib.govt.nz/records/23205511.
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Swimming pool at Milford, Auckland - 1939.
Milford event a first for Heritage Week Concert by North Shore Brass Band and heritage photo exhibition. Milford Reserve, Craig Road. Milford. Sunday October 13th, 1pm to 5pm. The Auckland Heritage Festival is being held from September 28th through until October 13th. This year the progressive team from the Milford Residents Association is holding the first-ever Heritage Festival event in Milford. We have highlighted this on this months Channel cover. The event is on Sunday October 13th and will include a concert by the North Shore Brass Band and a Heritage Photo Display. The plan is to rekindle the days when Milford Beach was Auckland's magic summer destination for holiday makers and day trippers. On summer weekends, thousands used to flock to enjoy the beach at Milford. As can be seen in the photos in this issue, in those days Milford Beach had the biggest swimming pool in the southern hemisphere, lots of bandstand concerts and the Ye Olde Pirate Shippe tearooms. On Sunday October 13th you can imagine Milford's colourful past with this concert of music from the era by the champion North Shore Brass Band and an exhibition of historic photographs. This event is organised by Milford Residents Association and has been generously funded by Devonport-Takapuna Local Board. Supported by Benefitz, Channel Magazine and the Milford Business Association. For more information visit: www.milford.org.nz
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View of Milford Beach from beginning of Beach Road, Castor Bay, 16 February 1911. ‘Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries'. Published in Auckland Weekly News. Photographer: T L Caley, Auckland Weekly News.
Photographer: Unknown. Auckland Libraries, Research Centre North, Takapuna. Ref: T2816.
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Interesting Milford historical notes… Ye Olde Pirate Shippe: The success of the Milford Picturedrome (cinema and dance hall) in the Milford village led to another dance hall being built right down on Milford Beach. Milford Amusements Ltd was formed in 1928 and built Ye Old Pirate Shippe which opened in 1929. It happily relieved all of their spending money, with dances and cabaret evenings, a tearoom selling refreshments and sweets. It also hired canoes, sold ice creams and there was a penny arcade for the children. The land and Pirate Shippe were sold to the Devonport Steam Ferry and North Shore Transport companies who marketed the area as a destination for Auckland day trippers who travelled via their ferries and buses. Swimming pool: A further attraction was created at Milford Beach in 1936 in the form of a huge tidal swimming pool that enclosed most of the Wairau Estuary and attracted visitors from all over Auckland with its high slide.
View of Ye Olde Pirate Shippe, pool, bridge and Milford Beach, 1930s.
A band played in the rotunda on weekend afternoons. The Milford Beach pool also used for swimming carnivals and North Shore school children earned their mile and half mile swimming certificates there. Milford's pool was promoted as the largest tidal swimming pool in the Southern Hemisphere.
View of Milford Beach from Beach Road showing bridge across Wairau Creek and Ye Olde Pirate Shippe, 21 January 1931.
Wairau Estuary, Milford, December 1927.
Photographer unknown. Auckland Weekly News. 'Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries, AWNS-19310121-37-2
Photographer: Unknown, possibly Shepherd. Auckland Libraries, Research Centre North, Takapuna Library.
Friday 4 October 2013 8.45am - 4pm Westlake Boys High School Auditorium 30 Forrest Hill Road, North Shore
Treat yourself to a day off, to focus on you. Come and learn from some of NZ’s leading wellness and career professionals. Bring your girlfriends and enjoy lunch and a piccolo of French bubbles. PROGRAMME 8.45am
Doors Open Judy Bailey
Patron of Hospice North Shore
Jackie O’Fee
Personal Style Director of ‘Signature Style”, TVNZ “Good Morning”
Christine Rankin
Families Commissioner (2009-2013), Owner Transformational Leadership Company
11.00am Morning Tea Sarah Laurie
“Lifestyle and Wellbeing”, Lifestyle Coach, Author, Inspirational Speaker
Laura Humphreys “How to build a millionaire business”, Businesswoman of the Year Regional Winner 1.00pm
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For further information, or to purchase your tickets, please visit www.hospicenorthshore.org.nz, or call (09) 486 1688. Ticket sales close 01 October 2013.
Lunch Dr Chris Boberg
“Mole Mate” Mole diagnosis, Dr Boberg’s Skin Care Clinic
Dr Frances Pitsilis
“How to Age Well”, TVNZ “Breakfast”, Skin-Fresh Clinic
Jan Nichols
CEO, Hospice North Shore
Networking and Social Time
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Spotlight on: Westpac Takapuna Beach
A completely new experience
at Westpac Takapuna The rejuvenation of Takapuna received another shot in the arm during August with the completion of the upgrade of the Westpac branch on the corner of Lake Road and Huron Street. They haven't done things by half. The branch is completely new with striking new colours, lots of imagery to fit in with the Takapuna Beach location and many new features aimed at providing the very best experience for the customer. Channel went along in mid-August to take a look and chat with manager Stephen Hamlin.
Westpac Takapuna Beach Manager, Stephen Hamlin.
"Our relationships with our customers are truly at the heart of what we’re about as a bank," said Westpac Takapuna manager Stephen Hamlin, when asked about the need for the substantial refurbishment. "As one of the main business hubs on the North Shore, we wanted to help localise the branch so that it's not just another Westpac branch but so that our customers and visitors feel like it's their branch too." They have certainly achieved that with a feature being local imagery that looks sensational. Stephen Hamlin explains that his team had significant input into the final imagery. "As a branch team, we fully believe in our responsibility to support and be
involved with our local community. With help from a project team, our branch staff contributed to the final imagery chosen which we're really proud of and think helps to show why we love this place we get to live and work in. "We are also thrilled with the great kids' play area that has been created. Children love to come in and run straight off to the play area which allows their parents to relax and feel more comfortable having conversations to find out how we can help them with all their banking needs. "In addition we've introduced a number of technologies into the branch to help make banking easier and bring online banking and tools to the branch experience." Stephen Hamlin is referring to their "Knowledge Bank" that is a
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In addition we've introduced a number of technologies into the branch to help make banking easier and bring online banking and tools to the branch experience. central feature with fixed iPads for customers to use. They also have hand-held iPads if customers wish to relax on one of the couches whilst doing their banking or browsing other sites such as real estate websites. There is free Wifi available for everyone who comes into the branch and there is also a board room that is available for any Westpac customer wishing to hold their own personal or business meetings in Takapuna. The "new" Westpac Takapuna Beach branch now also has the option of using a 24/7 selfservice SmartATM to deposit. This is located in their 24/7 banking lobby and Stephen Hamlin explains that this is available to both business and personal customers. "This is great for customers as they can now deposit at any time that suits. There is also a change machine in our 24/7 lobby which allows customers to insert notes to get change in $10, $5 notes and all coins. We are encouraging customers to pop into the branch during opening hours as we'd love to show them how to use these great self service machines. It is very easy and once they've had a quick run-down of how it works it is very convenient." It is obvious that Stephen Hamlin just loves working in Takapuna. "When I decided to move back to New Zealand with my family three and a half years ago I told my wife the place I wanted to work was Takapuna. Growing up in Christchurch, Takapuna was the only suburb of Auckland I had heard about, and the beautiful beach and vibrant community atmosphere hasn't let us down. When I go for a walk, it's so nice to stop and chat to so many friendly people along the way. There is a real sense of community here." Stephen's team at Westpac Takapuna is very diverse bunch which means they're really well placed to help the multicultural population of the North Shore. As well as New Zealand-born team members they also have Chinese, Korean, South African, Sri Lankan and Macedonian staff. The team is Bev Robinson, Louise Chang, Rebecca Rowe and Alex Pendarovski (Customer Service Representatives); Helen Yang and Lili Xu (Customer Banking Consultants). They also have Debby Spaulding (Mobile Personal Banker) and Shirani Bakmeedeniya (Personal Manager). The new Westpac Takapuna branch really is worth a visit:Corner Lake Road and Huron Street, Phone 488 4361. Email: stephen_hamlin@westpac.co.nz or visit www.westpac.co.nz.
Westpac Takapuna team members love Takapuna and their new working environment... I love Takapuna because of it's great environment, urban forms and the vibrancy brought by it's people and businesses. Together we can encourage the thriving community - because help is what we do. – Alex Pendarovski. For the past 10 years I have really enjoyed working in Takapuna and am amazed by the mixture of traditional shops and modern spaces. The delicious coffee and quality food always brightens up your day. – Lili Xu. I love the atmosphere around Takapuna and enjoy driving over the bridge to work each day. My main focus is engaging with the community and reaching out to them. – Shirani Bakmeedeniya. After 12 years of living and working in Takapuna, I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. The mall has great retail shops and fantastic local cafes. My favourite place to dine is New Chinese Restaurant where you can easily chat with friends, colleagues and clients over some delicious yum cha. – Helen Yang. With a beautiful beach down the road, loads of great places to eat, a variety of shops and local hotels who often house famous rugby teams, Takapuna is a great place to work. We have some amazing customers that are always ready for a quick laugh and, best of all, we have a newly renovated branch! – Rebecca Rowe I've been living and working in Takapuna for 16 years and, with the beach just down the road, you feel like you're on vacation everyday. I love shopping at my favourite boutique, Repertoire, and naturally, I also love our brand new Westpac branch. – Debby Spaulding. I've been working at Takapuna branch for some time and love it here. It's lovely working close to the beach and there are many cafes here to satisfy your munchies. There is a Mexican restaurant (Mexico) that I really love in a fairly new area called The Commons. Our new branch refurbishment looks fantastic; it's so colourful and contemporary and it's a pleasure to work here. – Louise Chang. I am new to the Takapuna area but am enjoying the experience of a village atmosphere after having worked in a large chaotic shopping mall for the three years prior. The newly refurbished branch is a great place and it's a privilege to invite our customers in to experience the fantastic service we have to offer. – Bev Robinson.
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in Takapuna At Magazine, we have an exclusive range of stylish casual through to beautiful occasion wear, including Mother of the Bride and Groom, all in sizes 10 – 26 as well as gorgeous accessories, fascinators, bags and exquisite jewellery. Call 488 0406 to arrange a girls’ night out, or come in and see us at 4 Byron Ave, Takapuna. There is always something special at Magazine! www. magazineclothing.co.nz
Jocose Limited Men’s & Women’s fashion clothing, shoes and accessories 6-8 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Ph: 09 488 7638 - facebook.com/JocoseLimited
BARDSLEYS Light up Your Life at BARDSLEYS At Bardsleys, your local lighting specialists, we offer a huge range of beautiful lighting to complement your home. We also stock a large range of mirrors to suit any room. From New Zealand-made products, to exclusive lighting products sourced from the world’s best manufacturers, to quirky one-off original items, and new energy efficient options, make us your first stop for all your lighting needs. Friendly service, expert knowledge, unhurried selection. Experience the difference Bardsleys Lighting & Design has to offer. Just Right at JOCOSE Located in the main shopping area of Takapuna, Jocose offers a range of men's and women's clothing, shoes and accessories. This stylish store brings you the latest on-trend looks. Brighten up your wardrobe this winter with a splash of colour and a spruced up style from this lovely local store. Follow Jocose on Facebook www.facebook.com/JocoseLimited And relax, at MIGUN Make this the month you experience Migun. Give yourself a break and step into this oasis of calm and healing on Hurstmere Road. Try the therapeutic thermal massage beds, which not only relax but help alleviate pain and provide relief to a wide ranges of ailments. Or treat yourself to a sumptuous Balinese hands-on massage or make the most of this month’s special. Chill out! Style sewn up at SHORE FIT Shore Fit clothing alterations in Takapuna can provide you with the fit you want regardless of your shape or size, or the type of clothing you bring in to the store. It could be a simple repair or a complete restructure of a garment, Shore Fit’s small yet dynamic team are passionate about their work, have an eye for detail and strive on all occasions to provide customer satisfaction. New winter designed coats available at Shore Fit.
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BMW Celebrates 30 Years in New Zealand
A 30 Year Celebration Competition Jerry Clayton BMW is celebrating 30 years since BMW started business in New Zealand. As part of the celebration, together with our brand partner Workshop, we invite you to enter to win this exclusive prize:
BMW Edition 30 to drive for 30 days from Jerry Clayton BMW.
The prize package brings together a luxurious selection of gifts from our brand partners. The Blue Breeze Inn is one of Auckland’s newest and most talked about restaurants located just around the corner from Workshop’s flagship store in Ponsonby; in fact it was during the course of a lunch there that the idea for this promotion came together. Begin the party season with a fresh new $1000 wardrobe from Workshop; be spoiled for choice with Helen Cherry’s latest luxurious fabrics and impeccable tailoring, Workshop Denim’s exclusively designed prints and authentic denim as well as a sophisticated stable of international collections. Stephen Marr’s Ponsonby salon is also situated in the heart of the buzzing Ponsonby district. Prepare yourself ready for a night out with the Just Peachy package; an express facial, brow and lash tint and your choice of express manicure or express pedicure and a shampoo and blow wave. Visit Workshop Ponsonby during the month of September to view the Spring
/ Summer collections along with the Edition 30 BMW that you could be driving for a month. Also on display in the courtyard of the store will be the first ever BMW sold in New Zealand by the grandfather of Jerry Clayton BMW Marketing Manager Kate Coveny. Imagine driving the Edition 30 to Eagle’s Nest in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand’s premiere six star retreat. Enjoy two nights of luxury accommodation for up to two guests in the First Light Villa featuring a Jacuzzi, cinema system, gourmet kitchen, bottle of Louis Roederer champagne and daily breakfast provision. Enter the draw to win this fantastic prize via the Workshop or Jerry Clayton BMW Facebook pages, Workshop stores and the Jerry Clayton BMW dealership from 1 September 2013. www.facebook.com/workshopnz www.facebook.com and like our page Jerry Clayton BMW Takapuna Beach Terms and conditions are available at point of entry.
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Feature Interview: Logan Brewer, Design Dynamo
Man of Steel Logan Brewer has shaped our city and the way our nation has been viewed through international eyes. He turns his attention to pure art with his first solo exhibition of sculptural work inspired by the Waitemata Harbour he holds so dear. Heather Vermeer met him on his home turf in Northcote. “It’s one of Auckland’s hidden treasures, but once you’ve discovered it…,” smiles Logan knowingly as he opens our conversation. Northcote has been Logan’s home for 30 years. He lives and works on the Waitemata, an expanse of water that has drawn him back to the area like the pull of the tide itself. Logan was rejected from Elam School of Fine Arts. As a teenager, he approached the prestigious art college for a place on its sculpture course. “But the then director, Professor Beagle, a sculptor himself, wouldn’t have a bar of me!” He explained. “He said ‘you would probably be quite good as a sign writer’,” Logan chuckles. There’s a bit of ‘told you so’ that can be detected in this otherwise very modest man. And well he might chuckle. He has since gone on to design some of Auckland’s landmark buildings including Kelly Tarlton’s, the Maritime Museum, and parts of the Auckland Zoo complex. He has designed ‘thousands’ of exhibitions across the world from New York to London to China and was the design mastermind behind the 1990 Commonwealth Games ceremonies, as well as New Zealand’s pavilions at international Expos including Brisbane in 1988 and Seville in 1992. “All I wanted to do was to make things. I don’t know why I had this compulsion,” he says. “I am distantly related to the Logan family (accomplished Auckland boat-builders) and my father’s side of the family were all makers of things.”
I would like to do some fully realised, full scale pieces, like NZ72 at nine metres high. Then they would really work in terms of the effect they have on people…
Logan Brewer with his NZ72 sculpture.
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Logan Brewer's sculpture - Aoma (White Cloud).
But Logan was the first to venture into the world of the arts. “I have always been interested in issues of art - how they fit into culture and why. I have always been interested in the process of art, the process of making,” he said. He never had a great interest in academia at school – he struggled with reading, writing and comprehension. He explained: “I have always been slightly dyslexic and in those days, people didn’t know what the hell that was. I can’t hear words very well and my spelling is terrible. “When we were kids, we all had to join the brass band and play rugby. I used to play second cornet and the conductor kept asking ‘why are you going for a top E not a top C?’ I could never quite hear the tones properly!” Born and bred in Auckland, Logan lived in Meadowbank in his earliest days with his mother and brother, following his father’s death when Logan was ‘very young’. “Back then, coming over to the Shore was like going on holiday. It was like going over to Sydney now! I spent many years living in Milford, and have spent the last 30 years in Northcote. So I have been on the Waitemata for most of my life.” After his rejection from Elam at 16, a creatively-hungry Logan headed to London in what most still consider to be the city’s heyday – the swinging 60s. There, he secured a place at the world-renowned St Martin’s College of Art. An influential art tutor at the college was sculptor William Tucker, whose artworks Logan describes as ‘terrible’. “He did some appalling work, I thought,” Logan said. But Tucker’s respect for Brancusi rubbed off on the eager young student. “Everything starts with Brancusi!” Logan mimicked fondly. “He was right. Brancusi has been a huge influence. You see, Brancusi’s bird is not a bird; it’s the essence of a bird. Brancusi’s fish is not a fish; it’s the essence of a fish. When you look at them, you are experiencing the essence of these things in a very modern media.” Logan next got a job with the newly-formed National Theatre in London that had been recently created by a pre-knighthood Laurence Olivier. Logan said: “I worked with him for three or four years and, although I didn’t realise it at the time, it was one of the most wonderful artistic experiences of my life.” Logan’s eyes widen as he revels in tales of chance meetings with great actors, directors and playwrights from a bygone age. “I used to smoke a pipe at the time,” he ponders. “And I was standing at the side of the theatre smoking my pipe by the stage door, parallel to Waterloo Road, when this bus pulled up. Out came this guy in a raincoat, carrying a bag and I said, ‘Mr Beckett?’ And he said, ‘Is this the stage door?’ ’Yes it is, sir,’ I said. I couldn’t believe I was actually standing there with Samuel Beckett.” The Irish writer’s work entitled Play was being performed for the first time at the National Theatre and Logan remembers many a run-in between the literary great and legendary director Olivier. “Samuel Beckett was listening in at rehearsal one day when he started with, ‘No, no, no, the tempo must be like this…’ (Logan taps a staccato rhythm on the table) and actor John Stride said to him, ‘I say, old chap, I can’t possibly do it this way!’ And Larry (Sir Laurence Olivier) came down and there was a huge row!” “Being next to Samuel Beckett was like being next to a nuclear power station! The intensity that poured out of him was incredible. Here was an artist of enormous energy.” Logan worked on a production of Hamlet with Peter O’Toole, as well as designing and building sets for shows featuring stage and screen stars such
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as Maggie Smith, Joan Plowright, and his personal favourite actor, Cyril Cusack. Logan recalls: “I used to spend hours talking to him. He was a terrible drunk but, shit, he was a good actor.” Logan worked for 60 hours a week, earning 35 pounds sterling, which was more than enough to cover his ‘three pound ten’ weekly rent. He married young, and over the years, Logan has fathered six children one son and five daughters - including twins and a son with his second wife, Kaipatiki Local Board Chairwoman Lindsay Waugh. His daughter Jessica is currently expecting a baby. It was she who bought him a book on the boat-building legacy of Auckland family The Logans, which provided him with inspiration for his current solo exhibition project at Northart Gallery. The Waitemata Series ran in the main gallery last month at the central Northcote venue and will continue to be displayed in the window space
Logan Brewer (middle) with Mayor Len Brown and Wife Lindsay Waugh.
All I wanted to do was to make things. I don’t know why I had this compulsion
“Because I have spent all my life thinking about sculptural issues, I cannot help but apply these to the design. It’s absolutely fundamental to successful design of any sort.” He enjoys making his mark on the world around us, but it is obvious that his passion is in its most potent in the sanctuary of his studio, where he is free to create at will. “Commercially, you are not allowed that play time. Play is actually a very important thing. As a designer, you only get that chance once, at art school! “The studio time is my play time. When I go into a meeting with a commercial aquarium developer, for example, he’s not paying for my play time!” He is realistic about the practicalities and limitations of trying to carve out an existence in the art world. “You cannot be an artist full time,” he says. “Sculpture is difficult. With painting, for example, people can put a nail into a wall and put a work up on that wall, whereas it’s very difficult to sell sculptures outside of collections.” With the humility not even to be expected of a fresh-faced newcomer to the art scene – such as a new graduate from Elam, perhaps - Logan says: “I don’t really expect to sell many at all. It’s important that you are putting them out there. You won’t make money, in fact, you’ll lose money!” His favourite piece is NZ72 (pictured) and he would relish the opportunity to turn this modestly-sized sculpture into a large-scale iconic statement overlooking the harbour he loves. “I would like to do some fully realised, full scale pieces, like NZ72 at nine metres high. Then they would really work in terms of the effect they have on people,” he muses. “I have designed big buildings and expos etc. I know what scale means. I have been very lucky with the things I have done.” He pauses then outpours: “I would like something over the Waitemata, that’s what I would like.” Until that time - and I say that, not this modest man of steel - he is looking to submit a proposal to the 2014 Sculpture on the Shore event. “I’ve got some designs,” he tells me with a sparkling, watery smile.
throughout this month. “Putting up something about which you say ‘this is a work of art’ is a whole different thing. Because once you say that, you are saying this enters a culture in a sense. You have to be sure of your voice. It takes years to get to that,” says Logan. “When you are confident enough, you can say ‘this is a work of art’ - it obeys all the laws of physics and it plays a part in our culture.” Logan cites Gordon Walters as a good example of this lengthy process of finding a voice in the art world. “He did a lot of painting, for 30 years, before he came up with the ‘terminal dot’, a purely New Zealand work of art. That could not have been done anywhere else. “And that’s what I am interested in - it’s not making things for the sake of making things, it’s because they are part of a cultural experience and part of a narrative.” Logan’s work is abstract minimalist sculpture and draws reference to the simplistic lines and forms witnessed daily on the Waitemata Harbour. He works in steel – polished stainless steel and weathering steel (Corten) – because ‘these are materials that people can relate to’. He hopes the sculptures convey ‘arrested tension, arrested motion’. “In terms of time, place and form: The Time is now, Place is the Waitemata, Form is their actual form and the gravity is their weight. I want them to be on the brink of defying gravity!” He introduces this collection, whilst also typically busy on various other projects. He apologises profusely for being a few minutes late for our meeting because of a phone call he received, whilst heading out of the door, about one of his current design projects. One of his current projects is with Auckland Zoo, where he is in charge of designing a physical environment to house endangered Tasmanian Devils that are due to land soon as part of a breeding programme to help save the species. “The difference between the business of design, be it TV, film, theatre, attractions, and the interface with the public, is that it is one degree from a work of art. But the issues are the same,” Logan credits this paraphrased quote to late Swiss designer/architect Max Bill.
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The Channel Grill: Claire Hahn
Claire Hahn.
Takapuna’s Hottest Home Baker! The name Claire Hahn is probably familiar to all the baking fanatics out there. She was a finalist in the most recent series of New Zealand’s Hottest Home Baker. Claire is a Takapuna local, living in Hauraki Corner with her husband Greg and kids Oscar and Maile. Claire kindly took the time to sit down and have a chat to Channel Mag about her experience on the show, her life as a Takapuna mother and her time in the fashion industry. Channel Mag: Why did you decide to audition for Hottest Home Baker? Claire Hahn: I am a passionate foodie raised by a very talented baker. I am better known for my cooking than baking - so I saw New Zealand’s Hottest Home Baker as a way to learn from the best in the business (internationally renowned Kiwi Baker Dean Brettschneider and Dollop Puddings’ Julia Crownshaw) - not just the show’s judges, but also my fellow contestants. To be honest, I never really expected to get through the auditioning process but I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to be a part of the show and learn so many new skills along the way. CM: What was the most surprising part about being involved in Hottest Home Baker? CH: I have been most surprised by what a keen following the show has. Hopefully my successes and failures on the show have taught and inspired other keen bakers out there. CM: What did you enjoy most about the Hottest Home Baker experience? CH: I thoroughly enjoyed meeting new people along the journey - not just during the process of making the show, but afterwards too. All the lovely people that have stopped me to chat about both the show, and baking in general, has been a wonderful experience. CM: What is your favourite thing to bake and why? CH: I have a repertoire of favourites - some quick no-fuss recipes and other more elaborate special occasion treats. I love baking the basics that can be whipped on a whim with my keen kitchens assistants, Oscar who is five and Maile who is two. Baking is such a great creative outlet and lots of fun to explore with children. I hope I can inspire my kids to have a lifelong passion for great nutritious food.
CM: Do you have a favourite place on the Shore (might be a beach, particular location etc)? If so, why is that your favourite? CH: My favourite place on the Shore is our local Hauraki Corner community as a whole. There is such a strong sense of familiarity which is so rare to find in Auckland. I love that we are greeted by name by our local shopkeepers, that neighbours still exchange warm greetings and a cup of sugar when necessary and school pick ups are a social occasion in their own right. CM: What are your favourite cafes or restaurants on the Shore? CH: My favourite cafe on the shore is the newly opened Hauraki Store on Jutland Rd. Up until now I haven't had a ‘local’. Its not just about the superb coffee and great food - the Cassidy family have created a much need meeting hub for our local community. CM: You have little kids, what activities do enjoy doing with your kids on the Shore? CH: We are spoilt for choice living on the shore. The beach is our family’s sand pit and the local parks our backyard. CM: Aside from baking and jewellery, what do you enjoy doing in your spare time? CH: I am a full time Mum with another joining our family early in 2014. I left full time work in the fashion industry when I had my son in 2008 but I have always tried to keep my hand in to indulge my creative side. I currently dabble in jewellery design and styling and I’ve remained heavily involved with racing fashion and in particular the ‘Fashions on the Field’ events with Auckland Racing Club.
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The Pasta Shop
Introduces Magic in Meals in Minutes. Pasta is a healthy quick alternative in the kitchen and over the next six months we will be introducing you to some fresh tasty ideas from our kitchen. The Pasta Shop owner Mich
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Bright and Chef Rob Noldus. Our fresh pasta takes approx. 3 - 5 minutes to cook in boiling salted water and our stir through sauces make a mouth watering combination that you can add your take on. Ideal for your fast paced lives, you can come up with a great meal done in under 15 minutes. Ideal for family meals, entertaining, or just as a yummy treat for yourself. This month we have teamed up our fresh Parsley Pappardelle pasta with our Citrus Prawn Sauce. A match made in heaven.
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Turning 30 is a big milestone. And for a business, this anniversary is a testament to quality service, product and care – and, crucially, an ability to be able to move with the times. Urban style this side of the bridge is a large part of what Haydon Optomterists is all about. For three decades, David Haydon and his team have been caring passionately about the well-being of customers’ eyes and vision, as well as offering the very latest in eyewear here in Takapuna. David said: “I feel very fortunate to have been able to operate a business for 30 years in Takapuna – a truly unique area. While I’ve seen changes in the shopping area and in my industry over that time, the one thing I have fought to retain is our position as an independent optometry practice. “Independence allows us to stock a great range of fashion frames of our choice, to take advantage of the significant advances in lens technology, and to allocate 45 minutes to do a thorough vision, eye health examination.” Leading edge styles are curated from international designs such as Independent lifestyle company Salt, Paris based Anne et Valentin and the new range Woow from France for those who have a great sense of humour. Dispensing Optician Sharon Ferguson said: "Frames are full of colour this season with plastic frames still leading the charge. Many are dual colours with tortoiseshell or black on the front with a gorgeous contrasting colours, from brights to paler transparent colours. The range has never been so exciting!" It goes without saying that as a reputable, trusted optometry practice, eye health and vision comes first, but looking good, whilst looking is also a high priority for most customers. Offering what would be expected from an optometrist in terms of extensive eye examinations, eye care, contact lenses, and follow-up care, as well as offering quality, statement fashion frames is how David and his expert team continue to thrive. Here’s to the next 30 years!
Zesty Snapper
Cooking time 15 minutes comfortably feeding four 600 grams snapper skin on and scaled 350 grams parsley pappardelle 2 x 350ml citrus prawn sauce Herb to garnish 50ml Olive Oil 1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees C 2. Place approximately 1.5 litres of salty water in a pot and set to boil, while you wait for water to boil 3. cut snapper fillets on a slight angle and lighly toss in olive oil salt and pepper. 4. Get a large frying pan smoking hot and gently place snapper fillets flesh side down and sear for one minute, turn gently with a fish slice and place in oven for five minutes. 5. While the snapper cooks in the oven place pappardelle in boiling water and cook for two minutes, drain and add citrus prawn sauce. 6. Take the snapper out of the oven and season. 7. Place pappardelle on a plate and place prawns randomly around the pasta, place snapper skin side up on the top of pasta and garnish with herbs. 447 Lake Road, Takapuna Beach. 486-1047. www.thepastashop.co.nz
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Haydon Optometrists, 159 Hurstmere Road, Takapuna Ph: 09 489 5232 Fax: 09 486 5179 Haydon@clear.net.nz www.haydons.co.nz
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Dr Pandya makes sure a patient is comfortable prior to imaging.
A clearer picture of back pain and sports injuries The North Shore has new medical imaging technology that can help to pinpoint sports injuries and causes of back pain as well as diagnose and track more serious illnesses. Accuron Radiology at 2 Fred Thomas Drive is one of only two sites in the country – the other is Palmerston North Hospital – to offer the latest generation nuclear imaging technology. It fuses with CT scanning to give patients detailed 3-D colour images that can accurately pinpoint the reason for back pain, sporting injuries and other conditions that may be difficult or impossible to diagnose precisely.
extensive surgery. It can accurately map the path of spread of the tumour to the first draining lymph gland known as the ‘sentinel’ node. This type of imaging - called lymphoscintigraphy – is increasingly used to guide surgical decisions, minimise the need for unnecessary removal of healthy tissue and give a more accurate prognosis.
“The combination of a high resolution gamma camera with a fast CT scanner has taken nuclear imaging to a whole new level”, says Dr Hament Pandya, Consultant Radiologist and Clinical Director of Accuron Radiology.
Dr Pandya has received training in both nuclear imaging and radiology which allows him to combine the information from different forms of imaging. This is often critical to ensure images are interpreted optimally.
“We offer speedy and convenient access to imaging for a number of areas including musculoskeletal, renal, thyroid, gastrointestinal and neurological. If you want to diagnose back pain, a sports injury or unexplained bone pain, we can help,” he says.
“The radiology reports we write for doctors are of the highest possible quality, which is so important because the doctor and patient’s decision making process is informed by that report,” he says.
For cancer patients with melanoma or breast disease, the new technology can mean less
Advanced nuclear medical imaging technology fused with CT scanning shows multiple bony projections arising from the front of the spine due to arthritis.
Email: info@accuronradiology.co.nz Visit our website: www.accuronradiology.co.nz
New Zealand’s best place to work and do business.
EverEdge IP has moved into a new fitout at Smales Farm’s property at 4 Fred Thomas Drive.
Kiwis’ good ideas are ‘Rembrandts in the attic’ EverEdge IP can help turn your good idea into money, whether you’re ‘a guy in a garage’ or a large corporation.
100 companies globally.”
One of EverEdge IP’s success stories is a ‘guy in a garage’ who came up with the idea for a new food packaging design that lets the consumer eat the contents with or without a spoon, and uses 35% less plastic than traditional packaging. His idea has now shipped 600 million units globally and is earning seven-figure royalties each year.
“You get a very good idea of what works. Unfortunately it’s surprisingly common to spend a lot of money on an idea that will never go anywhere, so seek advice early,” Paul Adams says.
It’s what you do with your idea that counts, says Ever Edge IP Chairman and CEO Paul Adams. “There are lots of ideas out there that could be a ‘Rembrandt in the attic’ – but how do you commercialise your idea? We have the strategies and resources to help you do that,” he says. “We work with everyone from individuals who have dreamed up a great idea in their shed, to Fortune
EverEdge IP offers a free first meeting and sees ten new ideas a week.
Bad execution can kill a good idea. “What makes the difference between making money from your idea and it failing is not *what* the idea is but *how* you commercialise it.” Go APE: three basic steps to turn your idea into money Assess. It’s essential to assess the intellectual property and the idea before you start. If you jump straight to consulting a patent attorney you’ll likely be advised to file patents – but if the idea is no good there is no sense spending money on filing a patent.
EverEdge IP Chairman & CEO Paul Adams: “It’s not a lottery – you can drastically skew the odds in your favour by executing well.”
Plan. Develop your commercialisation strategy. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Execute. Get out there and talk to people, and make sure you contact the right people. EverEdge IP helps clients through these three steps. The company has three divisions – Advisory, Transactions and Investment. The Advisory division teaches clients how to commercialise an idea. The Transactions division buys and sells intellectual property assets. The Investment division helps to fund development and growth, and may include direct investment by EverEdge IP.
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“At child® our goal is simple: to make learning irresistible.” Lee Clark, Director
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
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“Some days you just need to escape the daily grind. Meet you there!” Gordon Simpson, Owner
“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-hours 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.
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.
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
www.shorecare.co.nz
“Welcome to the next generation of kiwi dentistry. Our brand new dental clinic is open 7 days a week.”
“FREE VIDA Cleanser valued at $69 when you book a 60 minute Facial with Lucy!” Vivo Hair & Beauty, Smales Farm.
Dr Andrew Campbell, owner of The Tooth Company
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Tooth Company - logos. The Tooth Company is located adjacent to Shorecarea) The accident and medical centre and is open late nights and weekends for dental you haven’t heard of VIDA before, now is your chance to find out! emergencies, checkups and general dental treatments. We areTHE a TOOTH COMPANY If DENTISTS VIDA’s Cleansers have been designed to purify, renew, restore, fresh innovative dental clinic set up to provide our patients with access protect and comfort all skin types. Valued at $69, it’s yours for to modern dental treatment at a competitive price. FREE when you come in for a 60min Facial with Lucy! Shop 8a, Q4 Building Conditions: 8.30am – 9.00pm week days THE THE THE once only per person. 9.00am – 4.00pm Saturday & Sunday TOOTH Offer valid TOOTH TOOTH Not valid with other promotions or vouchers. Call us on 410 9971 COMPANY COMPANY COMPANY Call 486 3925 to book your facial today! Book online at: www.thetoothcompany.co.nz R
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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!
“The beginner classes offer 26 poses that anyone can do.”
“Your little piece of California on the North Shore.”
Andy Edwards, Owner
Jeff Moss, Owner
Bikram yoga is practiced in a room heated to just above body temperature. Practitioners enjoy a wide range of health benefits including pain relief, weight loss, improved sleep and relief from tension, stress and anger. All this, plus a more flexible body.
The Original California Burrito Company. Cal-Mex Taqueria, finally arrived on the shore at the ANZ Centre, 7 Mercari Way. Delicious California style burritos, quesadillas, chimichangas and tacos filled with fresh salads, beef, chicken, steak, shrimp or beans, with options for vegetarians and vegans. Dine in, phone orders, take away and delivery available. 11am till 9pm Sunday till Wednesday 11am till late Thursday, Friday & Saturday. Phone 09 414 5255
Classes run 7 days a week at two Shore locations – Albany at ANZ Business Centre call 415 4902, and Glenfield at 75 Porana Rd call 444 4070. www.bikramyoganz.co.nz
“It’s a man’s world at Everyguy.” Emma Lodge, Owner
“We think our flamegrilled peri peri chicken is the best in the world.” Ashwini Kumar, Owner
Everyguy is the only men’s hair salon in Albany. Call or text for an appointment 021 0238 3421 and enjoy our Sky TV and Xbox. Call us on 414 4026 or 021 0238 3421. Open 7 days. Mon 10.00am to 5.00pm Tues & Thurs 10.00am to 7.00pm. Wed & Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm. Sat 9.00am to 3.00pm. Sun 10.00am to 2.00pm. Like Everyguy Albany
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. Call us on 442 2044 Open 7 days 10.00am to 10.00pm
Nando’s - Albany
“We serve Yum Cha 7 days a week, or try our famous Peking Duck.”
“We are open 7 days for all your liquor needs.”
Shop 9, 7 Mercari Way, Albany Ph: 09 422 2044
Lily Shen, Owner
Connie Ng, Owner
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 441 3332 Mon – Fri 10.30am to 10.00pm Sat and Sun 9.00am to 10.00pm
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 6366 Open 7 days Mon & Tues 12.00pm to 9.00pm Wed & Thurs 12.00pm to 10.00pm Fri & Sat 12.00pm to 11.00pm Sun 1.00pm to 8.00pm
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Channel Feature: The Block NZ
THE BLOCK NZ
Back On The Shore!
The Block is back on our screens, and its back on the beautiful North Shore! Yes, for its second consecutive series, the programme producers at TV3 decided Takapuna was the place to be, again. Who can blame them? Ahead of this month’s Channel, the contestants downed tools to answer some questions put to them by Heather Vermeer. Here’s what they said whilst taking a break from their full-on, fullhouse DIY makeover mission...
Alisa & Koan Auckland couple Alisa Keall-Grant (23), who is a public relations consultant, and animal wrangler Koan Vette (25).
Design vs practical skill. How do you aim to nail this balance? A: We’ll work to use each other’s strengths – Koan is a lot more experienced so I will take his lead and I am better design wise, although there is a bit of contention over design so we’ll just have to compromise! What are you enjoying about being on the North Shore? A: I grew up on the North Shore in Devonport – I love the area so much! I love the water and it is really comforting to know that event though I am stuck at The Block, my friends and family are close by. K: It’s a nice friendly place - it’s got a great family feel so it is perfect to be doing up a family home here. Which room are you most looking forward to tackling & why? We both are looking forward to tackling the kitchen because it is the most important place in the house. We are both passionate foodies, both really love to cook and really love to eat. For us the kitchen is the central hub of the home so we want to make it a really awesome place. Where in the world would your ultimate do-up property be? Our ultimate place would be an old farm house in the Queenstown lakes area – a little bit further out from the town. Queenstown is so magnificent and such a breath-taking place. We would love to live there. If you could swap your The Block partner for anyone, who would you have on your team and why? A: My older brother Micah. He’s up for anything and hugely competitive so it would be a lot of fun to nail the challenges with him. K: My best mate Guy. He is a mechanical engineer so he has really cool ideas about how to make things work well. He is also classic entertainment so he would be funny to have around.
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Pete & Andy Rangitikei-born brothers, Pete (26) and Andy Walker (23), who currently work on a family farm at the bottom of the South Island in the Catlins.
Design vs practical skill. How do you aim to nail this balance? We don’t have a problem on the practical side of things. Our focus will be pretty much all focussed on design! What are you enjoying about being on the North Shore? Being close to the beach is really nice. We appreciate great scenery and we’ve enjoyed the friendly neighbours. Which room are you most looking forward to tackling & why? The bathroom because there are less cushions in there! Where in the world would your ultimate do-up property be? I’d be quite happy not to do up another property in my life after this full on experience but the ultimate would be somewhere with amazing views – maybe somewhere in Queenstown in a lake house. If you could swap your The Block partner for anyone, who would you have on your team and why? A: Pete, I’d swap him for anyone - no joking aside a female’s eye would be a good addition to the team.
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Loz & Tom And Nelson couple, Loz (29) and Tom Heaphy (31), who both work in marketing.
Design vs practical skill. How do you aim to nail this balance? T: Design through lots of research which hopefully leads to good taste, but I guess that remains to be seen! ;) L: Practical skills we will be learning on the job. As a couple we balance each other out with Tom’s practical abilities and my design ideas! What are you enjoying about being on the North Shore? We love how there is lots of access to the beautiful beaches, lots of great cafes and lovely art galleries. The North Shore has a great laid back vibe...it’s a lot like Nelson. Which room are you most looking forward to tackling & why? We’re looking forward to tackling the kitchen as we have lots of cool ideas…and it will be great to eat a home-cooked meal. Where in the world would your ultimate do-up property be? Hokkaido Japan because we can snowboard while we do it! If you could swap your The Block partner for anyone, who would you have on your team and why? We both would swap each other out for Russell Brand!
My Room
Alice & Caleb
WE’RE RELOCATING!
Married couple, youth worker Alice Pearson (26) and project manager husband Caleb Pearson (26) from Auckland.
Design vs practical skill. How do you aim to nail this balance? A: We will nail it with Caleb’s practical skills and my design skills. What are you enjoying about being on the North Shore? The beaches and the cafes. The beauty of the North Shore is amazing. It’s great the thought of, in the weekend, being able to go to the beach and explore the cafes…even a drive around the coast would be beautiful. Which room are you most looking forward to tackling & why? Probably the kitchen because it always seemed to be the most lived in room of any house. It is always a challenge making the kitchen relate to the rest of your design concepts in the house. Where in the world would your ultimate do-up property be? Croatia – It is such a beautiful place, full of heritage plus the lifestyle and pace of Croatia would be amazing. If you could swap your The Block partner for anyone, who would you have on your team and why? A: My Dad because he can build absolutely everything – he’s like MacGyver! C: My Mum because she is about as good at using power tools as me and she’s got an eye for design.
Hi friends and loyal customers! Your new room (My Room) is in the process of being prepared with new and exciting bits and bobs in a whole new store with playful new plans! In the mean time, My Room will be operating online, on a new and fresh website that’s coming soon. Stay tuned for updates on our Facebook page and on our website www.myroom.co.nz info@myroom.co.nz 09 488 7044 We’ll see you soon!
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Channel Day Out: Matakana
Delightful Design at Every Turn… Treat yourself to a day out in Matakana this spring. Channel’s Heather Vermeer did and was reluctant to leave… Matakana region is blessed with stunning scenery, a marvellous market, beautiful beaches and many magnificent wineries… including Brick Bay. There are some places that simply exude beauty; from the approach, to the departure. One such place is this aesthetically amazing winery tucked away off the main Mahurangi East Road to Snells Beach. Design is everything at Brick Bay. Art and wine entwined is how the Arabella Lane winery sells itself. Winding down a wooden-lined driveway, the view over Snells Beach is a breath-taking welcome to the four hectare north-facing vineyard site. The Glasshouse restaurant is an architectural award-winning work of art perched across a small body of water, awash with waterlillies at certain times of the year. The light and space are optimal; with stylish David Truebridge-designed lightshades and minimalist furniture the only interior design presences besides the tasting counter and succinct selection of wines, olive oils and honey. This unique structure is made from glass and coloured Perspex boxes has been honoured by a national award from the NZ Institute of Architects. Auckland architect, Noel Lane, was enlisted to design an airy structure ‘that would challenge the accepted idiom of Old World style wine tasting facilities’. The building was commissioned at a time when New World wines were breaking the mould of traditional practices and Lane created a building that was similarly inspired. First planted in 1995, the vines on the rolling site contribute to a fine array of wines on offer, including Rose, Pinot Gris, Martello Rock – ‘a mellow, medium-bodied blend of Bordeaux varietals evoking ripe red fruits and a streak of chocolate, and Pharos – ‘a complex blend of red Bordeaux varietals, recalling
blackberries, plums and spicy fruitcake with a satisfying long finish’. The food is exactly what works best in a casual yet stylish winery setting; shared platters consisting of seasonal fresh dips, olives, cheeses, breads, and other fine foods made on site. In true family-friendly Kiwi style, a children’s platter allows the little ones to eat healthily and remain true to the spirit of the vineyard platter dining experience. Brick Bay is also great place to stop off for a break to simply enjoy a midmorning coffee or a casual afternoon glass of wine and a cheese board for those passing through the area. Drop in or make it an all day destination. A bit of history about the place: Brick Bay Farm takes its name from a small, pretty, pohutukawa-fringed bay to the east of the site. A brickworks was established in the bay in the 1840s, using the local clay, and a small community created with a post office, store, hotel and boarding house, some of the remnants of which can still be seen at low tide. The Kauri forests that once stretched right down to the beach were cleared to make way for farming. Thankfully, extensive native bush still exists on the site, with a second growth kauri forest forming part of the Sculpture Trail. This trail is a walkable outdoor art gallery, featuring some of the very best of contemporary New Zealand sculptural works. Two kilometres of track winds through the luscious landscape, with sculptures interacting with nature. And if nature calls, a trip to the bathrooms is an illuminating experience as I expect any you’ll have had. The light pouring through the orange Perspex toilet blocks manages to create an artful experience - at the loo! Plan your trip for a Saturday and make the most of the Matakana experience with a visit to the renowned Matakana markets. Artisan produce, arty ambience and music to mooch around to, make this a ‘must-do’ activity in the area. A day out in Matakana can be capped with a visit to the characterful Matakana Cinemas. All this, in around half an hour’s drive from the Shore. What are you waiting for? www.brickbay.co.nz • www.visitmatakana.co.nz • www.matakanacinemas.co.nz
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The magnificenT maTakana cinemas
a sTunning 3-TheaTre bouTique cinema. Described by Vogue Australia as one of the ‘15 Reasons to go to Auckland’; featuring cutting-edge art-house, family and blockbuster films using the latest digital projectors with 3D-capability. Winner of ‘Flicks.co.nz Best Independent Cinema New Zealand’
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North Shore People: Where Are They Now?
Channel’s contributing writer, Olympian Melissa Ingram, takes a look at the present day lives of North Shore personalities who have found public recognition through their endeavours, Melissa asks… Where are they now?
No More Rest For Richie Richie Patterson was part of one of the greatest sporting stories of 2012. A story that brought a tear to my eye and reaffirmed all that is good about sport. Richie Patterson is a weightlifter and in order for him to qualify for the London Olympics, the New Zealand weightlifting team had to accumulate a certain number of points at the Oceania Championships in June 2012. It was thought that all was lost when teammember Tevita Ngalu ripped his quadriceps, but in an astonishing act of friendship and determination, Ngalu lifted 150 kilograms to ensure that Patterson headed to his second Olympic Games. Interestingly weightlifting was initially a by-product of Patterson’s love for rugby. “I was first introduced to Olympic weightlifting while I was at boarding school. As a keen rugby player, I thought it would be good for my power development on the rugby field and I was lucky that there was a weightlifting club at my school,” he explained. After leaving school he quickly established himself as an international competitor, qualifying for the 2006 Melbourne Commonwealth Games and then the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. But his big break came in 2010 at the Delhi Commonwealth Games, where he moved his weight class from 77kg to 85kg and was rewarded with a silver medal. Patterson was disappointed with his 14th placing at the London Olympics. He returned home questioning his future in the sport and decided to take some time out to reassess his goals. “I have just recently come back from a break after the 2012 Olympics. My goal now is to take the gold medal at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games. I'm in the process of balancing training with coaching, as I have a number of athletes training under me, who are also looking to qualify for the 2014 Commonwealth Games and the 2014 Youth Olympics. It's challenging but very rewarding as a coach/ athlete,” he commented. Patterson has used his skills and expertise to move into the CrossFit market over the last four years. He gained a bachelor degree in coaching, specialising in Olympic lifts, believing that one day he would eventually apply them in the role of a strength and conditioning coach for a professional rugby team. But in 2010 he was approached by a few CrossFitters who wanted help with their Olympic Richie Patterson
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Richie at the 2009 Beijing Olympics.
When asked what the highlight of his sporting career is Patterson replied: “Becoming a dual Olympian at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Olympic Games. Weightlifting has a proud history in New Zealand and it was always my dream to become part of that history.” weightlifting, and from there he was increasingly asked for specialist coaching. He decided to team up with a few CrossFit trainers and they opened up ‘Functional Strength CrossFit’ which is situated on Piermark Drive in Rosedale. Patterson found a way to earn money by utilising his weightlifting skills, but he is quick to acknowledge that it’s difficult for minority sports to find funding in New Zealand, and weightlifting is no exception. “We struggle with funding athletes to the top level, with weightlifting being a non-targeted sport, it really is up to the individual to get out there and secure sponsors and look for opportunities. I was really lucky to have the support of Tony and Jenni Ebert of North Shore business MRE Property. They really got in behind me and supported my athletic career,” said Patterson. Patterson lives and works on the North Shore and when I asked him what he loves the most about the Shore, he commented: “I love many things about the Shore - beaches, cafes etc, but I also love that a large number of New Zealand’s elite athletes are based on the Shore. I have a great group of friends with similar goals and support from businesses and organisations on the North Shore. It’s a great community to be a part of.” When asked what the highlight of his sporting career is Patterson replied: “Becoming a dual Olympian at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 Olympic Games. Weightlifting has a proud history in New Zealand and it was always my dream to become part of that history.”
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NZ Made Gifts: with Nikau of Mairangi Bay
NIKAU…
This month at Pastels are big news on the catwalks and currently feature in many collections at high-end boutiques across the world.
Right here at Nikau we have incorporated this current trend into our range of Possum and Merino knitwear. Not only will you be wearing a fashion-forward look, well suited to any skin tone, but you’ll be warm and cosy too. The luxurious feel of possum and merino against the skin is an experience for all seasons. Add warmth by layering on top of lighter clothing for spring/summer. Do you have friends or family currently shivering in the Northern Hemisphere? Maybe you are planning to head off to the slopes yourself, with your sights set on ski-ing in Aspen, or a trip of a lifetime to view the Northern Lights? If the temperature is set to plunge, your ‘must pack’ items have to be the lightweight, durable and enduringly elegant possum and merino pieces. Nikau’s Marian and Bruce will be attending a Christmas gift fare this month, sourcing ideas for festive gifts. It’s always good to start the Christmas shopping early! Pop into Nikau and get inspired with 20% OFF certain existing styles (excluding new range).
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Make sure you VOTE in the upcoming 2013 Auckland Council Elections CHANNEL MAGAZINE SAYS
You will get to vote for your Mayor, Councillors, Local Board Members and Health Board Members. You get this opportunity only once every three years so don't miss it!
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Auckland Council with George Wood
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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.
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Auckland Council’s Unitary Plan finally taking shape It seems a long time has gone by since the draft Unitary Plan was launched at a glitzy ceremony by Mayor Len Brown at the Wynyard Quarter. The mayor advised that this was a document that would define the future of our city. I believe he was right on the money with this statement. It was also, however, a plan that was very much a draft and required a huge amount of refinement. Prior to the launch Council officers had been working furiously behind the scenes to get the final details sorted and the interactive zoning plan completed. I saw the plan, in its completed version, for the first time on launch day Friday 15 March. I recall actually going back to the Viaduct Events Centre, the day following the launch, in order to learn more about how to use the on-line mapping system. It became clear to me at that time that even experienced Council planners were still learning how this plan worked. Since the plan’s launch more than five months ago it has been a moving feast of action and drama. I have gone from being outside the tent, so to speak, to now playing a central role in moving the plan forward towards notification. I was never selected to be part of the early Unitary Plan working party. That has all now changed. The draft Unitary Plan is being reworked through the Auckland Plan committee of Council, which is chaired by Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse. I am Penny’s deputy chair and we have now established a strong working relationship. We have worked with councillors and local board chairs for days and days getting presentations from planning officers of Council on our options for every conceivable aspect of the plan. Council officers have scanned and analysed the 22500 submissions on the plan. They have then talked with the elected representatives to find the best way to address the myriad of issues. These are interactive sessions the type of which I have never previously seen in my many years associated with local government. When Deputy Mayor Hulse has been absent I have had the honour of chairing these workshop meetings. It has been a great way to get all the public feedback and community views brought into the decision making mix. There is certainly a lot of understanding that it is essential that the final version of the draft plan will reflect a good level of consensus. Running parallel to the work to complete the draft Unitary Plan for notification is the decision of the Minister of Housing Dr Nick Smith to introduce Special Housing Areas to accelerate the delivery of housing across the Auckland region. Dr Smith wants to crank up the output of housing, especially at the affordable level, to 39 thousand over the next three years. That sounds a tall order but Auckland Council is responding positively. Where to from here? The final deliberations on the plan will take place on 28,29 and 30 August. Council officers will then make any changes that are requested by the Auckland Plan committee and then the plan will hopefully be ready for notification. There are some administrative issues that must be complied with but hopefully these issues can be ironed out quickly. This has been a once in a life-time planning mission. It is bringing the eight former legacy council plans together and rationalised them into one comprehensive document. In the future what rules for building and development apply in say Pukekohe will be the same on the North Shore. It has been great that the draft plan has been vigorously challenged. North Shore people put their views forward in a strong and forthright manner. The issues raised here on the North Shore have certainly helped to ensure the plan will be far more robust and responsive to community needs. I am certain that people will see a plan that is a lot different to the one that caused so much concern in the period since it was launched. Residents will have 60 working days or three months to make further submissions following notification. Then there will be three years of formal hearings prior to the plan being signed off and adopted by Auckland Council. Contact: George.Wood@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
BERGIN George
wood
For Council
Fair deal For Shore 1.
Fairer rates, strong financial management and reduced internal costs.
2.
Enhanced Council planning to deliver better transport solutions, better housing and a realistic Unitary Plan.
3.
Improved quality of our natural and built environment, especially in our reserves and parks and on our beaches.
4.
Ensuring our communities enjoy high levels of safety and wellbeing.
5.
Growing a strong local economy which produces jobs for local North Shore residents.
“we are a strong team that presents a dominant voice for the Shore combining experience and enthusiasm. Together we can represent the best interests of the Shore locally and regionally”
www.fairdeal.co.nz facebook.com/fairdeal4shore twitter.com/fairdeal4shore Authorised by J M Bergin, 3/12 Prospect Tce, Milford.
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Local Body Elections 2013: Ann Hartley
Ann Hartley
Working for your community. Working for Auckland. Three years ago Auckland became a single city – and for those of us elected to the new council, the transition has been both challenging and rewarding.
Vote
Ann
HARTLEY For Council
One of two North Shore representatives, I’ve worked hard to give the Shore a strong and effective voice; to preserve what’s important to us north of the bridge; and to play a meaningful part in planning for a better and more liveable Auckland. Above all, I’ve sought to ensure the new system works fairly – for the good of our local communities as well as the Auckland region. And it is working. In 2013, the North Shore has new ferry services, better roads, improved parks and facilities, greater protection of our environment and heritage, and empowered communities with a real say in their own affairs. It’s been a privilege to work with the local boards on so many worthy projects, and support their causes in council. Together we’ve also contributed greatly to producing a draft Unitary Plan, which thousands of local people have helped to shape. It’s been a passionate and productive debate, and thank goodness for that. North Shore people are proud and protective of where they live and the special lifestyle they enjoy. Some tough decisions have needed to be made as we set the platform for a sustainable and successful future; but we’ve listened hard to what you’ve had to say, giving you unprecedented input into the process, and incorporating your feedback into the final plan. The challenge now is to build on the real progress we’ve made, and to keep the ball rolling. It’s time to embrace the new vision for Auckland and to build a city we can all be proud of – while making certain to preserve the qualities and natural assets that make the North Shore such a popular place to live, work and play. With your support, I will continue to put your interests first as we take the next steps towards our goals: creating vibrant connected communities, developing world class transport options, and putting our beaches, bush and open space at the heart of our planning. And at all times, I will work to see your money is spent wisely. I promise to make the most of your vote – for your community and for Auckland. Vote Ann Hartley for Council
Ann Hartley endorses Kaipatiki Voice for the Kaipatiki Local Board, Chris Darby for Auckland Council (your second vote), and Shore Future for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.
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Share Your Shore in Photos: The Spirit of the Shore
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How many hundreds of stunning photos have you taken here on the Shore, that are sat languishing on the hard drive, or the camera roll of your phone? There are only so many you can post to Facebook and, honestly, what percentage do you ever actually get around to printing out? We guess it’ll be very few. Well, this month Channel begins a year-long project to get some of the images of beautiful places and people here on the North Shore, seen. But we need your help.
Please send your high resolution images (1MB+) to heather@channelmag.co.nz by the 20th of each month for the following month’s publication. All images will be credited in Channel magazine, on the calendar (if selected), and may be used in any related publicity. By submitting photographs, the photographer is consenting to this and must have obtained permission from any subjects who feature in any images for this use.
Starting next month, we’ll be publishing images in each issue that we feel demonstrate ‘The Spirit of the Shore’. Be it one of the innumerable places of scenic natural beauty, an event, a person, a street scene or nightscape – the image needs to symbolise something of what the North Shore is all about. Whether you’re a photography novice or a know-it-all, it’s not all about the quality of the image, but more about the moment and what is says. By next September, if we’ve done the maths correctly, we’ll have enough images to create a gorgeous, glossy calendar for people to enjoy the following year. We’re all about celebrating what’s good on the Shore. And we reckon a calendar of awesome images is another good way to do that, not only for the people who live and work here, but those who are not so near, but wish they were. And we’ll also be raising money for a deserving locally-based charity while we’re at it. So check the batteries, dust off the lens and get out there in The Spirit of the Shore.
DARBY FOR COUNCIL
TAKING THE SHORE FORWARD 'Of all the council hopefuls, Darby is our pick of the bunch. If you are lucky enough to live in the North Shore ward, check him out'. - Metro Magazine (Sept. '13)
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Authorised; Chris Darby, 94 Stanley Pt Rd, North Shore 0624.
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Vote for the Future
CHRIS
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“I want the Shore to be a place where people come first, with vibrant communities, thriving town centres, great public transport and clean environment.”
“I consider that we are blessed to live in this area, and from Sunnynook in the north to Devonport in the south I want to ensure that we continue to deliver sound financial outcomes to meet our communities’ expectations”
“We need to cherish the surroundings nature has provided for us, enhance the area through well managed progress and make sure this provides a great lifestyle for our kids and their kids and the generations ahead.”
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“I am passionate about our coastline, green spaces, lifestyle and the exciting opportunities for beautifying our natural and built environment.”
“Your tick for me will elect a practical, fresh thinker devoted to providing a place where both current residents and future generations will want to live, work and play.”
“Our community needs well-built and well maintained parks and reserves and alternative transport networks that are balanced with careful and considered spending to keep our rates in check.”
Make your vote count at these 2013 local elections. Give your six ticks to the Shore Future candidates for the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.
Voting papers will be sent out from 20th September. The last day for posting your vote is 9th October (to ensure receipt by noon on closing day, 12th October).
Shore Future is a group of like-minded people who share a passion directly related to the name. Our aim is to combine good planning and decision making to ensure that our very special little part of the world has a solid platform for a bright future. Decisive decision making is required for immediate results and to ensure we are leaving a great place for future generations - our kids and their kids - to thrive in. There is no doubt that we are blessed with one of the best natural environments anywhere in the world. Most of us have had the opportunity to travel and believe there are very few urban environments that compare. So it is important that we are planning and making decisions now that preserve and enhance what we have for the future. This has not always been the case on the Shore. Our team is a combination of proven local body representatives, mixed with new faces who offer diverse knowledge and a fresh perspective for the local board.
THe key issues Treasuring our enVironMenT & HeriTage
It’s vital that we protect our most valuable assets, and put it at the heart of our decision making. Shore Future pledges to: • Protect and enhance our natural assets: open space, bush reserves and pristine beaches. • Ensure our important heritage assets are cared for and preserved. • Ensure a partnership exists between development and conservation. • Improve water quality in our streams and coastal waters through effective stormwater management. • Ensure our beaches, bush and open spaces remain a priority in future planning.
Parks and recreaTion
The Shore Future team bring fresh thinking that will concentrate on developing well-designed and functional spaces that are safe, fun and connect our community. Shore Future pledges to: • Support investment to increase sport, recreation and play spaces for all ages. • Create well designed and functional urban spaces. • Focus on providing recreational facilities for youth. • Provide safe walking and cycling routes that connect our centres. • Protect our beaches and parks. • Continue the development of walkway connections between Milford, Takapuna and Devonport. • Support our libraries, swimming pools, recreation centres and community centres as valued centres for learning and inspiration. • Continue to strive for achieving the status of one of the world’s most liveable cities.
FosTer local Business & Town cenTres
Shore Future will work closely with business with the aim of improving the vibrancy of our town centres and supporting the future of our local businesses. Shore Future pledges to: • Promote vibrant shopping centres. • Promote a stronger retail base in our shopping areas. • Advocate the redevelopment of buildings while making every effort to preserve their heritage. • Prioritise Town Centre upgrades. • Work hard to improve Parking in our shopping areas. • Progress the upgrade of Devonport Wharf, one of our key gateways. • Engage closely with business associations and groups. Shore Future believes public transport should be reliable, affordable and frequent, providing real travel choices and making it easier for people to leave their cars at home. Shore Future pledges to: • Progress the second harbour crossing with rail. • Launch more ferry services. • Revitalise Takapuna’s Hurstmere Road into a shared space. • Provide frequent bus services. • Sort out Lake Road congestion. • Bring good urban design to the fore. • Make cost-effective parking a priority.
PrudenT & cosT eFFecTiVe decisions
The careful stewardship of council funds is paramount and we take that duty seriously. Shore Future pledges to: • Advocate fairness and equity in rating, now and in the future. • Explore non-rates sources of revenue. • Make sure funding decisions are based on community benefit and value for money.
Authorised by Aidan Bennett, 14 Blomfield Spa, Takapuna.
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Milford - Everyone’s Place: News
So what's
NEW
in Milford
Your monthly update from Murray Hill, Manager of the Milford Business Association.
Milford – everyone's place for fantastic food! This month we are featuring all our eating out businesses which over the last three years have just continued to grow in number. We have a great café culture in Milford and there is one to suit everyone’s taste. Every night I wonder why there are no car parking spaces in the main streets, but you only need to look on the next page to find the wide range of ethnic restaurants that we have, to find the answer. I have my favourites – I’m sure you have yours too! Our logo is ‘everyone's place’ and with such a fantastic array of food establishments, I think it fair to say – ‘Milford – everyone's place for fantastic food!’ Escape to the Sun Winner attracts 1000’s of entries. Congratulations to:
Fay Redwood Who won our magnificent travel prize of $2,000 of travel, sponsored by the business association. She has the choice of four travel agents to select her travel destination from: Air New Zealand, Harvey World Travel House of Travel, The Flight Centre.
Fay with Sue from Kimberleys.
Sue’s winning entry was made at Kimberleys in the Milford Centre mall and was one of over 15,000 we received throughout the Milford shops. Thanks to all those who took part and made it such a wonderful success!
Choice is what shopping is about I walk around Milford these days amazed at the variety and choice of shopping and dining on offer. I mentioned that we have four travel agents for booking all those exciting and memorable overseas holidays, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Our five shoe stores offer such a wide range of styles and fashion that I understand it is a natural shoe wonderland for our very fashion-conscious women shoppers. To complement this we have numerous top fashion stores and eight hair dressing salons. Supermarket shopping is amply taken care of with the two major brands on opposite sides of the car park, plus three fruit and vege shops and three bakery/cake shops and of course, Andrew at the Milford Butcher. For those of you wanting to pick up your day to day hardware supplies, you need look no further than Home Hardware, where Tony, the new owner, has transformed the business and has everything you require without driving out of Milford and getting lost in the vastness of a bulk hardware retailer. Even the professional ranks are very well represented with good choice amongst lawyers, accountants, architects and the many and varied medical service providers. All these wonderful businesses are listed on our website – www.milfordshops.co.nz. Check it out next time you are looking for a great place to do business. All this must account for the reason that for the last three years, Milford has had positive sales growth year on year and we keep attracting new exciting businesses to the business district.
See you in Milford
NEXT MONTHLY
Craft Market & Bazzar Sat 7th Sept 9.30am - 2pm If wet, check website for details
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Murray
Manager – Milford Business Association
For details on Milford community groups, go to the Milford Residents Association website: www.milford.org.nz
Milford – so many places to eat & drink locally! Try one today! Cafes / Coffee Shops
Restaurants
Takeaways/Dine In
Bean Grinding Milford Shopping Centre 489-4980
Athenia Restaurant 7 Milford Rd 488-9388
Family Food Chinese Takeaways 23 Shakespeare Rd 489-6566
Cafeccino 111 Kitchener Rd 488-0322
Kashmir Indian Restaurant 208 Kitchener Rd 489-1499
Kebab Serai 188 Kitchener Rd 489-1588
Casa Del Gelato 89 Kitchener Rd 489-9870
Langkawi Malaysian Restaurant 122 Kitchener Rd 486-2700
P.G. Takeaway Fish ‘N’ Chips Shop3, Milford Rd 486-1582
Hamic 6/145 Kitchener Rd 489-7085
Monthien Restaurant 142 Kitchener Rd 488-0409
Sushi Tomi Milford Shopping Centre 484-0037
La Tropeziene 160 Kitchener Rd 489-3289
Musashi Japanese Cuisine 212 Kitchener Rd 489-5977
Sushiwa Sushi 144 Kitchener Rd 489-5308
Little King Café 132 Kitchener Rd 489-7278
Morgans – The ULTIMATE Burger Experience Milford Shopping Centre 489-3431
Muffin Break Milford Shopping Centre 489-2301 Neo Espresso Milford Shopping Centre 486-7725 Robert Harris 10 Milford Rd 489-7040
Royal Garden Restaurant 3-7 Shakespeare Rd 488-9938 Tae Hwa Ru - Korean Restaurant 25 Shakespeare Rd 488–0166 Talay Thai Restaurant Ltd 83-85 Kitchener Rd 489-9568
Swiss Bakery Shop 1,5 Milford Rd 489-9737
Ten Japanese Teppanyaki Restaurant 1 Milford Rd 489-4798
Tea Total 87 Kitchener Rd 486-5291 The Coffee Club Milford Shopping Centre 489-5128
Venice Italian Restaurant 91 Kitchener Rd 486-4157
The Thirsty Frog Wine Bar 99 Kitchener Rd 486-4438 Veni Coffee Roasting Boutique 3 Milford Rd 486-5650 Vauxhall Cafe Milford Shopping Centre 445-0173
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Freedom™ is a 12-month Laser Hair Removal program with a 2-year guarantee. Freedom™ combines all the expertise that Caci has developed over the years with service excellence, highly trained practitioners and award-winning technology. If you would like to learn more about the exclusive Caci Amerase™, Reformaskin™ or Freedom™ programs, call Caci in confidence on 0800 458 458 and make an appointment for a free consultation. BOTOX® is a Prescription Medicine containing 100 units of botulinum toxin type A for injection. It is used for the treatment of frown lines, forehead lines and crow’s feet. It should be administered only by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure in appearance medicine. Cautions: People with defective neuro-muscular transmission disorders, infection at site of injection, glaucoma, pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects include headaches, pain, burning/stinging, bruising, swelling or redness at the injection site, local muscle weakness including drooping eyelids/eyebrows, swollen eyelids, skin tightness, tingling sensations, itchiness, nausea and flu like symptoms. If you have any side effects or concerns speak to your doctor. You will need to pay for this medicine. Normal Doctors visit fees apply. Note: BOTOX® treatment lasts about four months and after this time further courses of treatment may be necessary. Speak to your specialist about your own situation. NA 4490
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Melissa Markley.
Have you ever paused to consider whether your hearing is impaired? Many people go about their lives and don’t even notice that they no longer hear the birds singing in the trees, or the rain tinkling on the rooftops. Bloom™ hearing specialists situated on Kitchener Road in Milford are here to help. Senior audiologist Melissa Markley believes that the individualised approach at bloom™ is what sets it apart from the rest. “We try to give an individual approach to each person, so we figure out what the client’s needs are and we get them involved in the process. We listen to what they need and what their lifestyle requirements are. We then try to find a hearing solution that will solve their problems,” said Melissa. It’s evident that the staff at bloom™ are passionate about what they do. “Everybody has different needs and we want everybody to be well satisfied. We aim to offer not only the best quality devices, but also the best quality service and we hope that our customers would be happy to refer us to their friends and family because they have been treated so well.” Bloom™ opened in October last year and Melissa was their first employee. They are a global company with hundreds of stores across Australia and around the world. Their technological capability has the ability to astound. For example, one customer has a remote control that streams from her mobile phone to her hearing aid via a remote device, but it is only used in the car. Bloom™ goes above and beyond to tailor what people want to their situations. Melissa loves a challenge. “I’ve worked with children in the past but now I’ve been working with adults for quite a while. I love the more difficult cases, they are really challenging. For example, some people have difficult listening environments, and then they want their accessories to work in different areas for different situations,” she said. After moving from central Auckland to the North Shore a few years ago, Melissa now calls Birkenhead home and isn’t interested in moving again. “I really enjoy it. We moved to the North Shore a couple of years ago now, so I feel like I’m a local, I don’t want to move anywhere else, and I think the Shore’s a great place to live and be.” When asked what her favourite part of the job is she replied, “Helping people to hear better. Sometimes you have people in tears because they didn’t know what they were missing out on. It often means that the communication within families gets a lot better too. Sorting that out for people and making their home life happier is really rewarding.”
At bloom™ hearing specialists we provide • Hearing tests • Hearing aid fittings • Hearing aid repairs
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Optometry & Eyewear with Melissa Hay, Visique Milford Optometrists
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This month, Melissa Hay of Visique Milford Optometrists focuses on young eyes, urging readers to take a closer look at children's vision...
Melissa Hay.
Does your child need glasses? Do you have a young child or grandchild at school? When was the last time they receive a full comprehensive eye exam? Studies confirm that one in five kiwi children are struggling with vision issues which can ultimately hinder their learning process in classrooms. With research showing that 80% of a child’s learning is done visually children can quickly slip behind their peers. Reading, writing, blackboard work, computers are all hard work if they cannot see clearly. It stands to reason that having clear comfortable vision is necessary for a child to learn successfully. So many of the day to day learning tasks at school require seeing quickly and using visual information. Young children cannot always tell you if they find it difficult to see well as they may be unaware that what they see is any different from anyone else. Here are a few tips for you to look out for: Does your child? 1. Lose their place while reading or use fingers to maintain their place. 2. Avoid close work particularly reading. 3. Hold reading materials closer than normal. 4. Tend to rub their eyes or have headaches. 5. One eye drifts or aims in a different direction than the other. 6. Close or cover one eye or squint. 7. Omit or confuse small words when reading. 8. Seem to have a short attention span for their age. 9. Have poor hand-eye coordination for activities like playing with a ball. 10. Consistently perform below potential.
Ortho-K allows you to have perfect vision without needing contact lenses or glasses*. Ask Melissa or Logan for more information, or for your FREE 15 minute consultation to see if this programme will suit you. Visique Milford Optometrists 155 Kitchener Road | Phone 09 489 4797 milford@visique.co.nz
*Ideal results achieved between the ages of 12 - 25.
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These symptoms may possibly be vision-related, and will mean that your child is working harder at almost everything, causing fatigue and frustration. It is advisable to bring your child to see either Logan or myself if they are displaying these symptoms. Not seeing comfortably can lead to a child severely struggling at school as their eyes are constantly tired and sore causing them to avoid concentrating. I want to help decrease the number of children affected by poor eyesight so they are able to perform at their full potential. If you have a Community Services Card, or a High Use Health Card you may qualify for subsidies towards optometrist visits and the cost of glasses for children under the age of 16. Depending on your choice this subsidy could cover the whole cost of the eye exam and glasses. Some eye conditions are not obvious to the casual observer so a full eye health check is the way to be certain that your child can see clearly. At Visque Milford Optometrists we pride ourselves on providing quality optometric services to our community. If your child has not had an eye exam recently why not book in to see us and “See the Difference”. PS, Exciting things are happening in our practice with the introduction of Ortho K, to help correct the vision for everybody but especially teens with progressing vision problems and those who may prefer not wearing glasses or contact lenses at all. Book in to see us for a sneak peek otherwise you’ll have to wait for next month! Visique Milford Optometrists,155 Kitchener Road, Milford. Phone 489 4797.
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Milford - Everyone’s Place: Molloy's Of Milford Antiques
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Antiques? Join the Club! The Collectors Club Function held here in the shop on Sunday August 4th was attended by over 60 very enthusiastic members who all appeared to have an enjoyable time, with many members purchasing a wide variety of the recently arrived UK items. Thank you all! We look forward to holding a similar function later in the year in time for Christmas. Should you be interested in joining, the benefits for Collectors Club Members include special viewing evenings and regular email blogs advising on hot new items arriving in store. This provides our members with the advantage of viewing first and buying best, with special discounts applicable for Members Only. No joining fees apply. The Club is simply our way of looking after our loyal customers. Please just email or phone us and we will put you on the contact list. As always, we have more unusual and eclectic new items in store right now, and also have more on the way from both the UK and Peru. Included are a fabulous 1930's Art Deco coffee table, a stunning Matador's jacket & vest, an unusual taxidermy 9 Banded Armadillo, a very well preserved circa 1920 Maori Piu Piu , a lovely old Byzantine Church Bible Rest, a Circa 1900 Art Nouveau Holy Water Font and a rare early Victorian Banjo Barometer By Tucker of Tiverton, plus many, many other pieces. Come in and 'browse' sometime soon. Cheers, Bernard. Molloy's of Milford Antiques Centre. 2-162 Kitchener Road, Milford. Email: antique.goodies@ihug.co.nz.
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Milford - Everyone’s Place: Crafty Knitwits
A Big Thank You to all of these businesses and people for contributing to the Knitathon, without your support this event would not be possible.
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Wow, what an effort at this year's Knitathon! Thanks to all knitters, crochet ladies and quilting ladies, you all did a wonderful job. And once again we met up with some very talented people. We had such fun at the Knitathon this year. More space meant we were all a lot more comfortable, with little groups forming all around the store. We had some wonderful food provided throughout from The Swiss Bakery and The Thirsty Frog thanks! This was appreciated by all! We took the opportunity to practice on our new coffee machine and bake a few scones in the new oven to provide free refreshments to our willing knitters! A great committee helped us organise the knitting and create a hostess roster, which really meant we could give people pointers on what was needed. We are now in the process of collecting the sponsorship money, finishing rugs and we are really happy with progress to date! We have some wonderful rugs to go into our auction. It's definitely worth a trip to come and see the rugs, which will be displayed in store as soon as they are finished. We have quite a few in store already for your viewing pleasure. Our auction will be held at Crafty Knitwits on Saturday 19th of October at 11am, so pencil that date and time into your diary. If you would like to donate to this very worthy cause, either visit the store or donate online at: www.fundraiseonline.co.nz/CraftyKnitwits2013/ Crafty Knitwits Limited, 101, Kitchener Road, Milford. Phone: 486 2724 or visit: www.craftyknitwits.co.nz
Our wonderful committee All of our talented participants Swiss Bakery, Thirsty frog, Inta-lite, Trendy Trims, Zelda Brigdens, Lorna Christian, Ellie Bakker, Tinie Peppercorn, AUCTION DATE 19 OCTOBER 11AM AT CRAFTY KNITWITS.
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Cultural Goodwill on the Shore Entertainment and building positive relationships amongst cultures are the objectives of a group founded by a North Shore resident and South African ex-pat. The ‘klopse’ carnival culture of Cape Town was introduced to the Shore by Ruthewaan Waggie, who established the Auckland City Dukes over a decade ago. Glenfield resident Ruthewaan said: “The objective of starting the Auckland City Ruthewaan Waggie, centre, and The Dukes. Dukes has been to introduce klopse culture of Cape Town, to New Zealand and to further promote good relationships amongst all cultures and religions within New Zealand, Auckland, and most locally, the North Shore.” Rehearsals for the South African-themed performances take place at Takapuna War Memorial Hall, as well as Glenfield Senior Citizens’ Hall. But anyone is welcome - there is no need to be of South African heritage to take part in the community events. Ruthewaan, who moved to the Shore in 2002 from Cape Town, said: “Our group has been instrumental in uniting the diverse expatriate South African communities on the Shore into a united component, thereby contributing towards the wider mainstream society on the Shore! Wherever there's been cultural representation of South African communities on the Shore, then our group, the Dukes, have always been the flag-bearing group! “We've contributed so much towards multi-culturalism on the shore for the past 11 years! I've also been instrumental, together with the Afrikaans club - Phillip Langenhoven & Erika Langenhoven- in starting the Cape to Cairo - Browns Bay Festival. The festival, organised by East Coast Bays’ council rep Sally, has now reached legendary status amongst the expatriate South African communities on the Shore.” The carnival vibe of the group’s happy music and dance has become a regular fixture at various rugby games at North Harbour Rugby Stadium, as well as Eden Park, in Waikato and Wellington. One of the group’s projects this year is to ‘twin’, or link-up, the cities of Auckland, Cape Town and Melbourne, using the klopse tradition as a vehicle for promoting this idea. Ruthewaan, a teacher and rugby coach, said: “We'll host a special New Year's Eve parade in the traditional Cape Town klopse way, in Auckland, and hope to have a satellite link between Cape Town and Auckland, for everyone in these two cities to witness.”
Tim Lofts, Rory Mcfie, Steff Williams, Courtney Simpson.
Charity Lighting Up Shore Sports Clubs Over $80,000 will be redirected into local sport thanks to an innovative charity project dedicated to cutting costs and environmental impact. Devonport Squash Club is the latest of the 30 sports clubs across the North Shore - in a range of sporting codes, including football, cricket, sailing, rowing and hockey - to have benefited from an overhaul from a sporting arm of the Project LiteFoot. Treasurer of Devonport Squash Club, Tim Lofts, met with the project’s field team who installed energy efficient light bulbs as well as making other moneysaving changes at the Wairoa Road club base. Tim said: “As I’m sure any club treasurer would say - any saving is a good saving!” LiteClub is an entirely free service aimed at helping community sports clubs become more efficient with electricity, water and waste. Not only does this save the clubs lots of money but it also reduces their negative environmental impact at the same time. North Shore Rugby Club, for example, will be saving over $9850 over the lifetime of the 56 energy efficient light bulbs replaced by the nationwide project, championed by some of New Zealand’s leading sports stars. The Devonportbased rugby club will use 60,000 litres less water annually thanks to the watersaving devices fitted. Legendary Olympian Barbara Kendall, an ambassador of the charity, said: “I feel community sports clubs are the heart of many communities. LiteClub helps them save cash while also showing them how to function more sustainably - it is an incredible initiative!” North Shore Rowing Club and Takapuna Boating Club are other prominent local organisations to have cut costs and their damage to the environment through the scheme. So far, LiteClub has transformed over 260 clubs throughout the North Island, saving over $1.4m for sport over the lifetime of the energy-saving products installed. To find out more, visit www.projectlitefoot.org or call 09 377 6792.
For more information contact Ruthewaan on 09 441 3024 or 021 115 2581.
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. Come in and try our delicious products and international award winning coffee by Toasted Espresso. 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.
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CLASH SHARP TAILORING WITH QUIRKY MOMENTS
Moochi in Milford
Refresh your look and revitalise your wardrobe for spring with new styles delivering weekly at your local moochi store
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Keeping it local is a big part of what Channel is about, and moochi not only have their fabulous store making a great addition to the Milford Shopping Centre, but their collections are all designed and made right here in New Zealand too. Store manager Sophie Sims told Channel: “The other day a customer said to me in store, 'how is that you seem to know what I need in my wardrobe before I do?' “She then went on to say that pieces she buys from us are worn more often than any others. I think this says more about what we do than anything. We are always thinking about what our customers want, need and how much they can enjoy their wardrobe, when it's right.” Design across all they do is what excites moochi owners, Kellie and Chris Taylor, who take pride in keeping all creative in house, including design of their store fit outs. This, of course, includes the stunning store in Milford Shopping Centre. moochi’s place in the market is unique - following the designer model of creating in-house and producing small production runs, the product mix is kept fresh and personal with most product remaining New Zealand made. Designing everything from floaty chiffons and tailored woollens and boutique leathers, the product line is only available through the moochi stores and online, ensuring the moochi experience is maintained for every customer. The moochi approach to service sets them apart from the rest, with each customer treated as an individual and made sure she feels as though she alone is being spoken to. The moochi team is as committed and passionate about delivering moochi to the market as the Taylors, creatively focused and driven by the company culture to work together to achieve. It’s safe to say that moochi has had wonderful first decade cementing itself as a key part of the New Zealand fashion landscape and is proud to bring their style to the Shore at Milford Shopping Centre. Sophie Sims said: “Whether you need a dress for a do, fab separates for work or more relaxed weekend looks, moochi are designing and making clothes in NZ for you!” moochi, Milford Shopping Centre, 24, Milford Road, Milford 09 486 1559
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This month we are pleased to introduce Murray Hill, Devonport’s Business Improvement District Project Manager.
Devonport BID Project commences
Community News Murrray Hill.
Following on from the AGM and the election of the new committee for the Devonport Business Association, the committee has decided to move towards establishing a Business Improvement District (BID) Partnership Programme with the Auckland Council. BID’s have a proven record of creating improved local economy and are currently in operation in 46 business districts in Auckland. To facilitate the programme, the business association has contracted Murray Hill, who has had a great deal of experience with the BID programme. Murray is an old boy of Devonport, having spent countless hours over the years in his youth playing soccer for North Shore United on the Devonport domain, going to Sunday School at a local church and swimming at the beach at Narrow Neck. Over the past few weeks, Murray has visited every Devonport business, getting up to date details so that all businesses get the opportunity to attend meetings on the BID concept and of course, how it will assist local businesses. The concept of a BID programme is to deliver local economic development outcomes and acts as an economic driver within the business community by working on: • Enterprise and business creation • Skill and expertise development • Investment attraction • Innovation encouragement • Increasing competitiveness A BID also brings together the collective strength of the businesses in a coordinated approach. The BID will assist the Devonport business area to work in unison and build relationships with local organisations to maximise opportunities, promote Devonport and liaise with Auckland Council, Devonport Takapuna Local Board and CCOs on behalf of members.
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By Maria Teape - Devonport Community Coordinator, Devonport Peninsula Trust
Maria Teape.
With warmer weather on the way, the community events calendar is starting to step up a gear with a number of events happening around Devonport peninsula this month.
Our Winter Fun Preschool Play programme is in full swing, happening every Tuesday, 9:30am - 11:00am at Bayswater School Hall, Bayswater until 24th September. It’s a great opportunity for preschoolers and their caregivers to make new friends, catch up with old friends and for the little ones to be physically active with big toys. Sessions are free and caregiver supervision is required. For more information, contact Maria at phone 445 9533. On Wednesday 4th September, the Devonport cluster schools including Stanley Bay School, Devonport Primary School, St Leo’s School, Vauxhall School, Bayswater School, Belmont Primary School, Belmont Intermediate School, Wilson School and Hauraki school will be taking part in the Devonport Peninsula Beach Clean-up. Each school has a designated area to clean and there will be over 1000 students out scouring the beaches between Devonport and Takapuna in the late morning when the tide is low. Also on Wednesday 4th September at 7:30pm, is the Takapuna Grammar School Fashion Show at Bruce Mason Theatre. It’s an annual event for the school and this year’s theme is "Putting on the Ritz" - channelling Hollywood glamour of a by-gone era. More than 100 students will be involved in the show which will have a mix of vintage and contemporary fashion. Tickets cost $22 and all proceeds go to The Starship Foundation. The Devonport Classic fun run and walk is happening on Sunday 22nd September. Starting and finishing at Fort Takapuna (beside Narrow Neck Beach) the event includes 5km, 10km and 15km run or walk events. There are great views to take in throughout the course and all proceeds go to Stanley Bay School and Life Education Trust. For more information visit: http://www.devonportclassic.co.nz/ Auckland’s Heritage Festival commences on Saturday 28th September and to coincide with this, the Devonport Scouts and Guides are having a family fun day to celebrate scouting history and heritage and to showcase what Scouts and Guides get up to today. There will be lots of fun activities including a water slide, bridge building, craft activities, bouncy castle and more. Plus there will be cakes, refreshments and a sausage sizzle. The event named ‘Devonport Scouts – 105 years and still going strong!’ starts at 12pm and finishes at 4pm. Wishing you a great start to the spring season! – Maria
For more info or to sign up for the Devonport Peninsula eNEWS, please contact dportcomm@xtra.co.nz or call 445 9533
Face It: Beauty with Amanda Care
On the Ferry with Fullers: Q&A
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Travelling to work by boat - it’s a pleasurable commuter option available to many residents of the North Shore. Many local folk choose to commute to the city on the various services from Devonport, Stanley Bay, Bayswater, Birkenhead, Northcote Point and, most Graeme Petch recently, this year’s newly added routes from Beach Haven and Hobsonville. This month, Channel caught up with one of the Shore’s regular ferry passengers who kindly shared his thoughts with readers for this September issue… Graeme Petch was born in Windsor, England and spent his formative years in Milton Keynes. He has lived in New Zealand for eight years, previously living in Amsterdam for six years. His work has been within the IT field for 20 years. Since arriving in New Zealand, Graeme has taken up surfing – particularly enjoying a surf over at Muriwai Beach, when time allows. Graeme is married to Paula and the couple have two daughters Molly, aged six, and three-year-old Lizzy. Name and rank? Graeme Petch, IT Quality Manager Where’s home? Sunny Stanley Point Why the ferry? It’s the best way to travel to work. There’s nothing that could beat it and after years of terrible traffic jams and hideous train journeys I feel I’m being rewarded for my patience. Which ferry? Always Stanley Bay but not always the same time. Top deck/bar/outside/below deck - where is your on-board spot of choice? Upstairs - usually inside. Fellow passengers – avoid eye contact/smile and vanish/sit and chat? The Stanley Bay ferry is a community of its own. I often sit with or near the same group of travellers every day and chat. Wish you were getting off (the ferry) in? Bermuda. What could else you do in the time it takes you to travel across the harbour on the ferry? The odd email, but mostly I’m checking the English football scores. Any particularly memorable ferry crossings? The most memorable crossings are whenever we have stopped or slowed to watch the sea life. It’s quite incredible that just on my way to work I’ve seen dolphins, orca and even a seal. And an all-time favourite captain (eg. historical figure, sports captain, film character etc.)? Gerry Anderson’s Captain Scarlet. A slightly darker version of Thunderbirds, but with equally terrible puppets.
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Amanda Care.
This month’s column is coming to you from the depths of the South Island, Wanaka to be exact, but that's pretty south for an Aucklander like me. We are half way through our trip, and the scenery has been gorgeous, which is a great distraction when you have to share space with three guys who are all sweaty from a day spent snowboarding! (Seriously, those snow board boots create the smelliest feet!) This month I thought I would share with you my answers to some commonly asked beauty questions: My hands look older than my face, what can I do to make them look younger? Firstly, treat them with the love and care your face receives; exfoliate, moisturise and use a sunblock. Reverse the damage with one or two IPL treatments, which will soften the sun spots and soften the lines. What are those small red dots on my face and chest? In most cases these are burst capillaries, and depending on the location and size, they can be treated with electrolysis. A small disposable needle uses heat to cauterise the blood vessel. It usually disappears over the next few days. Occasionally, several treatments may be required. I always get in-grown hairs on my bikini line after waxing or shaving? Exfoliating and moisturising definitely help, but in all my years of beauty therapy, the best treatment I've found is PFB roll on serum. Used daily after the hair removal, it starts working within 24 hours. It reduces redness and in-growns hugely. My partner started using it on his neck after shaving, and he hasn't had a shaving rash since. Highly recommend it, and at $27, it's a bargain. What's one skin care product I can buy to make me look younger? Sunblock! I've made no secret of the fact that the reason I don't look my age, is because I shun the sun. Reapply if you're outdoors for long periods, and find a quality one packed with antioxidants which help maximise the effectiveness of the sun protection. Do expensive serums really work? I can't speak for all serums, but with Ultraceuticals, the brand I stock, they are slightly higher priced than your standard supermarket serums, as they source better quality grades of active ingredients. Take vitamin A for example; there are a few in that group, such as retinol or retinal, and some produce better results than others, with fewer side effects. In small doses, some barely do anything at all. Good quality raw materials do cost a bit more, but the results are likely to be more dramatic with a more intensive professional serum. That's all from me this month but before I go, here's September’s offer:
Catch a ferry to the city with Fullers Take advantage of regular weekend ferry services from Birkenhead, Northcote Point, Devonport or Bayswater wharves to Auckland City. It’s a relaxing way to travel to and from Downtown Auckland. No traffic jams, no parking costs and café bars onboard. Visit www.fullers.co.nz or any Fullers Ticket Office for timetables or booking information.
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our charming village by the sea Thinking of selling before Xmas? With the first day of spring around the corner and Xmas not too far away now is the time to spring into action. I will happily meet with you to discuss what you can do to ha maximise the th value of your biggest asset. Just give me a call.
Maria Stevens, Your trusted local Devonport agent P: 09 446 2111 M: 021 979 084 E: maria.stevens@harcourts.co.nz 18 Clarence St, Devonport
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Louise Simpson Hair Studio is offering a full time position to a young enthusiastic 3rd Year apprentice or Senior Stylist to join our busy well established boutique salon. This is a great opportunity to join a fun team within the Devonport Community. Please contact Jane or Louise, phone 445 0600.
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Viva La Vintage Relocated to 35 King Edward Parade, Devonport 09 445 2629 www.vivalavintage.co.nz retro@vivalavintage.co.nz Open 10am - 5pm. Closed Mondays.
Heritage is Hot! A week of looking back takes place in Auckland at the end of the month, with the annual Heritage Week. This month, Devonport gets into the heritage swing with an afternoon of all things vintage. The North Shore’s mecca for retro, Viva La Vintage on King Edward Parade, will be getting guests into a 1940s look for a special Vintage Afternoon on the 7th. Hosted by the magnificent heritage hotel, the Peace and Plenty Inn, the afternoon will take people back over 70 years, for a retro experience with a difference. Owner of Viva La Vintage, Bronwyn Davies said: “We’re delighted to be part of this vintage occasion, showcasing what’s available at Viva La Vintage and kindly hosted by Judy at the fabulous Peace and Plenty.” “Guests are in for a treat. They can be transformed into their 1940s alter egos! As well as selecting from some of our Viva La Vintage outfits, there will be a hairstylist and make-up artist giving people a look of that era.” A photographer will be taking portrait shots to record the stylish makeovers, music from the era will be played and guests will indulge in some decadent bubbles, tea and fantastic finger food in a 1940s-style high tea experience. Peace and Plenty Inn owner Judy Machin said: “We thought it could be fun! All the feedback I’ve had so far has been very positive. I think it’s something that many people would very much enjoy. Vintage has become very popular. We’re trying to recreate a particular vintage era and offer the ‘whole package’.” “We’re trying to bring something different to Devonport,” Judy added. Victorian tablecloths that would have adorned tables back in the day, elegant fine bone china from the era, authentic silver teapots and candles made from china crockery will be table features adding to the 40s feel in the stunning chandelier-topped rooms. Bookings are essential and can be made by calling the Peace and Plenty Inn on 09 445 2925. Cost is $99 per person, with flexible options available if guests wish to opt-out of elements of the package. The event will run from 2.30pm. Get into the swing of the 1940s this spring! Viva La Vintage, King Edward Parade, Devonport 09 445 2629 www.vivalavintage.co.nz
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Navy Museum Open 7 days 64 King Edward Parade, Devonport
Emerald - Colour of the year
Amanda Neill.
It’s time for the annual Auckland Home Show, which showcases the latest and greatest products and services available for your home. Amanda Neill, leading Auckland Interior Designer talks about what Designworx will be focusing on at this year’s show. Every year Designworx participates in the Auckland Home Show. Not only do we have our Designworx Stand but we also give daily seminars, along with other design professionals, to the public on Interior Design and how it can be incorporated in your plans for your home. Our stand is a great way for us to introduce ourselves and talk through the role of an interior designer. We use the opportunity to introduce Designworx, what we stand for, some of the latest projects we have worked on and also the latest trends in the industry. It’s great for us to meet new clients outside of our studio environment and talk through their plans and how we can work with them to achieve their end goal. It’s always interesting and inspiring to talk with people about their plans and where they are with their home. By speaking to so many people throughout the show, we really get a good understanding of where the market is at and what people are willing to spend on. We also relish the opportunity of taking in the show ourselves and meeting with others in the industry. We use the time to view all of their latest products to possibly use in the future. Our stand this year will focus on the colour Emerald the latest “colour of the year” from Pantone. We are seeing some amazing designs coming through using shades of emerald. Most often associated with brilliant, precious gemstones, the perception of emerald is sophisticated and luxurious. Since antiquity, this luminous, magnificent hue has been the colour of beauty and new life in many cultures and religions. Also the colour of growth, renewal and prosperity, no other colour conveys regeneration more than green. For centuries, many countries have chosen green to represent healing and unity. The first use of emerald as a colour name was in 1598 and throughout history, the multifaceted emerald continues to sparkle and fascinate. Symbolically, emerald brings a sense of clarity, renewal and rejuvenation, which is so important in today's complex world. Shades of green strike the eye in such a way as to require no adjustment whatsoever and are, therefore, restful. The most abundant hue in nature, the human eye sees more green than any other colour in the spectrum. When the world around us contains plenty of green, this indicates the presence of water, and little danger of famine, so we are reassured by green, on a primitive level. It is the colour of balance - a more important concept than many people realise. This powerful and universally-appealing tone translates easily to both fashion and home interiors. Call in to see us and to view our colourful stand. Stand 229 - Ask the Design Experts - Auckland Home Show Show dates: Wednesday 11 September - Sunday 15 September 2013. Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 10am - 9pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm Visit our website to find the link for discounted tickets (conditions apply) Designworx, Interior Design Studio, 64 Vauxhall Road, Devonport. 09 445 1098. Designworxnz.co.nz - facebook.com/designworxnz.co.nz
Looking for a Christmas function venue? Surrounded by relics of New Zealand’s naval past, the Torpedo Bay Navy Museum is the perfect place to have your Christmas function. Set on the shores of the beautiful Waitemata Harbour with stunning views across to the city; where you can watch the activity on the water, there is always something happening. Enjoy the sun setting behind Mt Victoria, over the long and lazy Auckland summer nights.
Message on a Mug This holiday instead of sending messages in bottles we are painting them onto mugs. Come and join us to find out more about signalling at sea and paint your very own nautical name mug to take home. Dates: Everyday from Saturday 28 September to Sunday 13 October Times: 10:30, 11:30, 1:30 and 2:30. Session times are approximately 45 minutes in duration Cost: $5 per person For bookings call: 09 445 5186 or email: education@navymuseum.co.nz Groups over 15 people must book in advance www.navymuseum.co.nz/ education/kids-and-families/ holiday-programmes
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Channel News: Devonport Food, Wine & Music Festival
End of an Era for Festival For the past 24 years the More FM Devonport Food, Wine & Music Festival has been the centre piece of Auckland’s summer, providing great food, wine and music while raising more than $2 million for community groups and charitable causes. Unfortunately this iconic event will not be around in 2014.
The festival has become synonymous with summer on the North Shore, and its appeal is widespread. It’s a major draw card across Auckland and also attracts a large number of international and domestic visitors. Although Gavin Busch is trying to stay positive he says “the reality is I feel like I need to apologise, it’s really sad, more so because a more supportive council could have avoided this eventuality. The current strategy and council environment doesn’t support this type of event, but it’s a changing city and it could come back.” Community organisations and charities that have benefitted from the festival over the years include: Kids Can; Youthline; Plunket; North Shore Hospital Foundation; Rotary Polio Eradication Programme; Auckland City Mission; Waikatere Boating Club; Starship Hospital.
Organiser Gavin Busch says: “We are sad to announce that the festival will not be running in 2014. We’ve done our best and the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board has been supportive, but with so many heavily council funded events on at the same time next year along with the capital works occurring in Devonport itself, we just can’t find a way to deliver the quality event people have come to enjoy.” Gavin Busch is clearly disappointed and with good reason. Next year would have been the 25th anniversary of the original Devonport Food & Wine Festival. “25 consecutive years is quite an achievement. We’re really proud of how the event has enabled Rotary to support so many community groups and worthy projects over that time. Having spoken with Rotary, our sponsors and suppliers, we know how disappointed they are with the decision, but they are also keenly aware of the issues we have been facing with Council since the Super City was created. We thank them for their understanding and look forward to talking to them about returning the event to Auckland in the future.”
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This month, Channel is delighted to introduce a new contributor, Hannah McQueen. Through her innovative business, enableMe, Hannah is revolutionising the way we think about money, enabling her customers to become 'financially fit'.
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North Shore YMCA: News
The class soon became heart friendly once I completed my education courses with the Heart Foundation.
Rise and shine – regardless of the age As we grow older, our bodies become more limited in their ability to move, and many of us choose a sedentary life. However, award-winning exercise specialist Shirley McKain does everything she can to avoid a sedentary lifestyle for her clients.
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At a young age, Shirley observed her grandmother succumb to a lifestyle stripped of exercise and activity. With no knowledge of how to help her maintain a healthy lifestyle, she was forced to idly watch as she grew weaker. Shirley, born with a desire to help and care for people, decided that the lack of ability to help was something she was never going to experience again. Shirley said: “The experience with my grandmother inspired me to educate myself in the field of exercise and movement. I did some courses at university to enter the fitness industry and my new career began. Once in the industry I realised there was an opportunity within the YMCA to take things a bit further. “Some of our senior members were feeling unsafe and insecure as they were moving around the gym and were looking to leave. This inspired me to create the Movement Therapy class for the elderly and those with physical disadvantages. The class soon became heart friendly once I completed my education courses with the Heart Foundation.” For over 10 years Shirley has offered her Movement Therapy class at the YMCA North Shore to senior clients and the response has been phenomenal. Some of her clients are not yet retired, and are not necessarily those who have a desperate need for movement, they just love the class. Shirley said: “Personally, I have a very diverse background in sports. I specialized in tennis, hockey and squash and dabbled in soccer, badminton, table tennis, basketball and netball. Many of my clients used to be very active within various sports, especially tennis, golf, rugby and basketball/netball, so I try to incorporate many of those movements in my group sessions to make it more fun for them!” The fun part is of particular importance to Shirley, as her clients are joining for the social aspect just as much as for the exercise part. She said: “My motto is ‘If you’ve got it, don’t lose it. If you’ve lost it, how can we find it?’ The classes focus on simple techniques for maintaining and developing vital body movements which disappear with age. “Although I let my clients engage in a wide range of activities I always make sure they are safe and enjoy the social side of things. Everyone loves to chat while they exercise, and I encourage that! This class really encourages people to socialise and get out instead of sitting at home. Be social and be active, regardless of your age!” Call the YMCA NOW on 480 7099.
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Caring For Your Car: with Car-fé Rob Bonnici is the Car Guy. Rob lives, eats and breathes car cleaning products and services. Having a background in chemicals, car cleaning products and now owning a seven day a week car cleaning and grooming centre, he is without a doubt the most passionate and the most knowledgeable car guy in New Zealand. Rob, along with his wife Siobhan, owns Car-fé facing the motorway in Barry’s Point Road, Takapuna. Rob is more than happy to help you out with any car cleaning issues. Email: Carfe.takapuna@xtra.co.nz or Phone 488-7000.
Does your Air Conditioner smell like old socks?
We recommend you use our Air Care Service as it performs the following: • Cleans the A/C evaporator and air ducts • Eliminates harmful bacteria that can grow in the A/C unit • Eliminates any other contaminants in the A/C unit • Kills odours and any unpleasant car smell such as smoke smell
Does your car have a stale odour or unpleasant smell every time you turn on your air conditioning unit? But you don’t know why it smells? Before getting involved with Air Care sanitiser, I used to be like the average Kiwi when using my air conditioning unit in my car. During summer I would turn my aircon onto full with the unit set on recycling air mode because this cooled the car down faster due to the unit only trying to cool the air in the car. And likewise for winter, blast the hot air on full with the unit still set on recycle so the air would heat faster. I never stopped to think that my air conditioning units’ filter was continually conditioning the same air not considering that with the massive fluctuations in temperature the unit has to deal with creates a breeding ground for mould, bacteria and fungi. As the mould and bacteria builds up, it begins to release its distinct odour which is that old car smell you get when you hop into your car each day. With this all left untreated, over time can potentially lead to your health suffering and create an odour better left for your teenager’s bedroom. Getting your filters treated is an easy 10 minute job which can be done at Car-Fe Takapuna with no booking necessary. Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to call 09 4887000 to discuss. Regards, Robert & Siobhan Bonnici.
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Total Peace of Mind at AA Auto Service & Repair After more than 19 years of serving the local community with its vehicle needs, AA Auto Service & Repair has expanded its network throughout Auckland. Now with eleven sites near major shopping centres this company is a perfect option to cost effectively look after the maintenance of your vehicle. Two of their outlets are located right here on the North Shore. On Lake Road – on the way to Devonport, and at Wairau Park in Glenfield. With over thirty years in the retail motor trade, their Managing Director Bruce Martin knows only too well that the basic principles of “trust and integrity” that are the pillars upon which the AA name has been founded are by themselves just the beginning of good service. Good businesses must also have highly skilled and friendly staff, a 12 months or 20,000km (which ever comes first) warranty, a “no bookings” required policy, convenient speedy service in modern facilities that reflect an open and clear approach. Above all, they charge a fair and unambiguous price for the work done. Unnecessary overselling is not the AA Auto Service way. If it’s safety related they let you know the risks of leaving it unattended. But in the end it’s your choice. At any of the eleven AA Auto Service & Repair sites customers receive the best of both worlds – the same expert service they’ve come to expect and the benefits of being part of a team which has the backing of the AA brand which has been serving New Zealand motorists for over 100 years. Everyone is welcome at their sites and (you don’t have to be an AA member to use their services)! They are proud to be a multicultural company and many of their staff are bilingual. AA Auto Service & Repair cater for all makes and models of vehicles including, but not limited to, European, Diesel vehicles, four wheel drives, new and older vehicles etc. They can also help with your new or used vehicle mechanical warranty. There is also ample parking and easy access to all sites.
Customers are welcome to wait in the modern comfortable customer lounges while their vehicles are being serviced or repaired. All lounges are fully equipped with a flat screen television, extensive magazine selections and great tasting coffee or hot chocolate from the coffee machines. Staff are trained to look after your vehicle whatever the problem. You will be kept fully informed of all of your vehicle needs and no work is carried out without your prior approval. Your safety and that of your family is important to the AA Auto Service & Repair team. Therefore the staff are happy to work with you to help prioritise any repairs if need be. They want all customers to leave satisfied and happy with the service they have received as they look forward to welcoming you back when your next service, repair or warrant of fitness is due. Their warranty – backed up with AA support – ensures that customers can leave the work shops with peace of mind. Price is such an important consideration for most customers who are finding it harder and harder to part with their money, so AA Auto Service & Repair continually involve their long standing relationships with suppliers to ensure our pricing is very competitive. They can compete with any other workshop around. Keep an eye out for their monthly specials starting with the $25 offer listed below. Continuous improvement is important to them; they are always looking to the future and run apprenticeship schemes for up and coming mechanics. They are also conscious of the need to care for the environment and participate in an oil, battery and tyre recycling programme. AA Auto Service & Repair workshops are open from 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday and from 8am to 2pm on Saturdays for your convenience. So for all your service, repair and warrant of fitness needs pop into any of the AA Auto
The AA Auto Service & Repair Devonport team: (from left) Matt Rich, Mike Rail (Manager), Jackson Ngamotu, Ben Harrington, Dal Cliff. (In total over 45 years experience with AA Auto service & repair).
The AA Auto Service & Repair Wairau Park team: (from left) Edwin Ebreo, Sami Holland, Tyler Krilerich, Scott Brown, Satish Chand, Chris Clynes, Na aim Samaai, Shane Gregory (Manager). (In total over 30 years experience with AA auto service & repair.)
Service and Repair sites and their experienced team will find the very best solution for you. To take advantage of this offer mention it when you book your car today by calling 445-9732 (Devonport) or 443 1759 (Wairau Park). AA Auto Service and Repair Centres... DEVONPORT - 73 Lake Road / WAIRAU PARK – Link Drive, by the roundabout.
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Channel Feature: My First Half-Marathon, Melissa Ingram
A Fish Out of Water By Melissa Ingram
When I retired from elite sport, I quickly realised what a goal-oriented person I am. Within weeks of finishing my swimming career, I found I needed a new challenge and a physical focus. For over a decade I exercised for 30 hours a week and my life revolved around recovery – eating good food at the right times and getting as much rest as possible. These days I sleep in for as long as I can and then head off to work in an office. By the end of the day, I’m restless from sitting down and I want to go and expend some of that energy. I thought about joining a gym but after years of swimming inside, and now working inside, I decided that I wanted to exercise outside in the fresh air. I’ve always enjoyed running, even though I’m not very good at it, so I decided to set myself the challenge of completing the Taupo half-marathon. I’m fit, so I naively thought that training for a half-marathon would be relatively straight-forward – run the miles, build up your running base, easy. Not so much. After a relatively injury-free swimming career, I wasn’t prepared for the high impact sport of running. I initially began with 7km runs several times a week, and within a month my calves, shins, and hip flexors had tightened up to such an extent that I was concerned about doing serious damage. For a month I only power-walked. Something that my inner athlete found very difficult, but it was the smart thing to do. I power walked for an hour several times a week and after each walk I spent half an hour stretching every muscle group. It eventually did the trick and I was back running. Six weeks out from the half-marathon, I was running up to 13km, which probably doesn’t sound like a lot, but it is for a swimmer. If you see me running, I’m like a fish out of water - it’s not a pretty sight. Three weeks out from D-Day, my body decided to strike again, same old story – shins, calves, hips. So I made a big call – no more running until race day, just power walking. I was nervous! My good friend and fellow London Olympian Penelope Marshall had been having the same problems as me with the impact from running. She retired from swimming six months before me so it has been great to not only have a running buddy, but someone to share the highs and lows of life after sport with. Penelope and I were also lucky enough to have our friend and North Shore Swim Club coach Billie Annetts join us for the race and impart her running wisdom. Penelope and I were half-marathon rookies, but Billie had a few years of running experience behind her after finishing her own swimming career in 2011. We all decided to make the trip to Taupo a fun weekend excursion for the girls, stopping in Tirau for lunch and some shopping, before a huge carbo loading dinner and cheesecake…. As we headed to bed the night before the race, I said to Penelope how weird it was to not have a race plan. For the first time in my life I was partaking in a race purely to finish it, with no expectations or results in mind. I was up at 6am on race morning to have a coffee (pre-race ritual) and some cereal, three hours before the start. I always suffer from a bad stitch when I run and I wanted to give myself the best chance of avoiding it. I didn’t know how to warm up and I was afraid of adding extra kms onto an already overwhelming distance, so I just went for a brisk five minute walk. My friends and I had decided that we wouldn’t run together, we’d just run our own race, which was fine by me because I’d done the least amount of training.
Penelope Marshall, Billie Annetts, Melissa Ingram in Taupo before the race.
The start gun went off at 9am and then we were sent off in waves, about one minute behind each other, to avoid a stampede in the crowd of over 1000 competitors. I was cautious to pace myself in the opening kms of the race and after 1600m I questioned why I was doing this. Luckily I’d decided to run with my iPhone so I concentrated on running to the beat of the music, and before long I’d clicked into a nice rhythm and was starting to feel more comfortable and confident about the race. By the time I got to the halfway mark I was enjoying myself and getting excited about the fact that I was on target to finish in under two hours, but it wasn’t meant to be.
I’m fit, so I naively thought that training for a half-marathon would be relatively straight-forward – run the miles, build up your running base, easy. Not so much. I’d planned for my support crew to give me a Powerade at the 13km mark because there were no electrolytes provided on the course. I felt my blood sugar levels beginning to drop around the 12km mark and by the time I reached 15km, still no sugar in sight, I was reduced to power walking because I had no energy. My Powerade turned up at the 17km mark and I gratefully drank the whole bottle, hoping that it didn’t result in a crippling stitch as it sometimes does. I was reenergised and raring to go again, but my body seized up while I was walking and refused to let me return to my rhythmical run. The last 4 kilometres consisted of an awful run, walk, run mix, but I made it over the finish line in 2hrs 3mins – not a bad start, and plenty of lessons were learnt. As much as my friends and I wanted to be in the draw to win a trip for two to Hawaii, we decided to ditch the prizegiving and head to the hot pools for a soak before the long drive back to Auckland. It was the perfect way to finish an awesome weekend in Taupo.
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Pure Healthcare: With Dr. Cherye Roche
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This week Dr. Cherye looks at the causes and treatments for NETBALL KNEE. 1. Do you have pain on the front of your knee? 2. Is it worse with playing sport? 3. Is it worse with going up and down stairs? 4. Are anti-inflammatories and rest not working? Read on to learn about a simple solution that may get you back on the court!!!
Netball Knee?
Get Back to Your Best “Netball Knee” is a sports injury that is commonly seen in netball players, especially girls and women. However, it can occur in just about anyone. If you have had it, you know exactly how bad it feels. You usually have pain and swelling around your knee cap (patella). There is also often a strange “grinding” sensation in your knee-cap when it moves. Sometimes you can even feel and hear the grinding. The pain is worse with using stairs, squatting or jumping. It hurts with stopping quickly when running fast. So, as this is what a netball athlete does every game, this is a common injury seen in netball players. Medically this is known as anterior knee pain, patello-femoral syndrome, or chondromaltia patellae. These are just fancy latin medical words for “pain on the front of the knee”. The most important question to ask when dealing with these injuries is: why does this occur? To assume that the injury is due to netball, or jumping or walking stairs is incorrect. If that were true, then everyone who plays netball, does a jumping sport or walks stairs would have the same symptoms; and this is not true. Also, both legs have gone the same distance and done the same activity, so why one knee and not the other? If it is not the sport or activity, what is causing this to happen? The answer is usually, faulty foot, ankle and knee biomechanics. Often athletes are told that it is due to weakness in specific muscles. Again, why is one specific muscle weak and only on one leg? Keep asking why to get to the underlying cause. So – what is the underlying cause? Normally – the knee cap should slide up and down in the groove that it sits in on the end of your thigh bone (femur). In people with knee-cap pain, the knee cap slides too much sideways, this irritates the surface of the back side of the knee cap. So, why does the knee cap slide sideways? This is due
to the “q-angle” increasing in the knee. The “q-angle” is increased when the lower leg bone (tibia) rotates and leans in. The tibia rotates and leans in because the foot arch collapses (over – pronation). The arch collapses too much due to the shape of the bones in the feet, which is something you are born with. So, if you support the foot arch, the knee has less stress and the knee cap glides properly. The body can then heal! What do we do to successfully treat and prevent it from happening? Certainly, rest, ice and anti-inflammatories can help in the short term. Taping and braces can also help to minimize the abnormal movement of the knee cap, but this does not address why it is moving abnormally. And, this is the kind of injury that keeps coming back. We must address the underlying biomechanical fault in the feet, ankle or knee to treat the cause as well as the symptom. At Pure Healthcare, we use Gaitscan® technology to analyse your gait and then prescribe custom functional dynamic foot orthotics to help to balance and control the movement in your feet. It is important to note that not all orthotics are the same. We recommend TOG orthotics as they are semi-flexible, with 100% memory, and custom prescription to give you optimal support. They help to reduce knee stress and this then allows the knee to heal with the addition of ice, natural antiinflammatory supplements, adjustments in the joints, and rehab exercises. As the lower extremity biomechanics are more stable, you can now return to play with a greater chance of being and staying active, with less knee pain. Good luck and have fun! To learn more – www.GaitDoctor.co.nz Dr. Cherye Roche - Sports Chiropractor. Pure Healthcare, 1 Airborne Rd, Albany 0632.
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Hobsonville Point: Farmers Market
The Smile Doctor:
This month we proudly present Chef Jimmy Boswell’s recipe for delicious slow cooker pork ribs. Jimmy is one of the regular demonstration chefs who uses fresh ingredients sourced from our market. If you like this recipe, you can also follow Jimmy on his food blog at: www.jimmyboswell.com/foodblog
Dr Gilbert Stehbens of Killarney Dental Dr. Gilbert Stehbens.
Bothered by a
gummy smile? Is your smile more red than white? A gummy smile is when a person smiles, excessive gum shows which makes the smile look disproportionate. It can make the teeth look small and cause people to feel selfconscious about the appearance of their smiles. Your smile is made up of lips, teeth and gums, and they should all be in harmony. Ideally, the gums should appear even and smooth and should act as a frame to complement a person’s smile, rather than as a distraction from it. Excessive gum, short teeth and unsymmetrical smiles can often be corrected by a cosmetic gum lift. A gum lift can re-contour your gums and can often create a dramatic difference completely changing the appearance of your smile, resulting in a much fuller smile and reducing that ‘gummy smile’ appearance. It can also make smiles more attractive by evening up the gum line symmetry. The procedure involves gently adjusting the gum line around the teeth. This requires a painless, delicate and precise surgical laser treatment that is without sutures or bleeding. The great advantage of laser lies in the lack of pain and rapid healing. In some rare situations I’ve needed to resort to more traditional surgical approaches to achieve the look we are after, but most are a simple procedure involving one or more teeth to optimise the overall impact of people’s smiles. It can sometimes mean the difference between average or amazing.
The procedure involves gently adjusting the gum line around the teeth. This requires a painless, delicate and precise surgical laser treatment that is without sutures or bleeding. The great advantage of laser lies in the lack of pain and rapid healing.
Slow Cooker Pork Ribs
I love my ribs and using my slow cooker is the best way to get melt in the mouth taste and texture. Ingredients – 2 1 kg (2.2lb) racks pork back ribs, cut into 3-4 rib sections 1 cup raw honey 1 cup pineapple juice Juice of 1 orange 1 tbsp fine orange rind
1 tbsp fine lemon rind 3 tablespoons ginger, fresh, grated 3 spring onions (scallions), green part only, thinly sliced (optional) Salt and fresh ground black pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted (optional)
Method 1. In a medium bowl, combine the honey, pineapple and orange juice, ginger and the lemon and orange rind. Arrange the ribs in a slow cooker and pour half of the sauce mixture over the ribs. Set the remaining sauce aside in the refrigerator. 2. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until the ribs are very tender. 3. About 1/2 hour before the ribs are done, remove the sauce from the refrigerator, to bring it to room temperature. 4. Arrange the ribs on plates or a wooden platter and brush both sides with some of the remaining sauce. Sprinkle with the diced spring onions and sesame seeds, if using. 5. Serve the rest of the remaining sauce at the table. Tip: I serve these with a small bowl of warm water with a squeeze of lemon juice to clean fingers as you eat. Hobsonville Point Farmers Market - Best In Field Hobsonville Point Farmers Market is thrilled to have four of its stallholders just confirmed as the best in their respective fields. Farmers’ Markets New Zealand (FMNZ), celebrated the real heroes and champions of regional food production last weekend at the 2013 Taste Farmers Markets Awards held in Lyttleton. Category winners who call Hobsonville Point Farmers Market home include: • Best Producer From The Kitchen Bench - Two Feijoas Gourmet Kitchen • Highly Commended From The Kitchen Bench - Some Like It Hot and Relish The Thought • Highly Commended From The Butchery - Farm Gate Produce Market Manager Samantha Waite said: “We’re absolutely delighted these stallholders have been acknowledged in the national awards. It’s a real validation of the quality that the Hobsonville region has to offer.” What: Hobsonville Point Farmers Market Where: Cnr Buckley Ave & Hastings Str, Hobsonville Point When: Every Saturday and Sunday 9am – 1pm. Web: www.hobsonvillepointfarmersmarket.co.nz
If excess or uneven gum lines has bothered you please call 488-9050 for a complimentary consultation to see if a gum lift will work for you. Phone the friendly team at Killarney Dental today on 09-488 9050 and we'll be happy to answer any queries you may have.
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The Healthy Channel with John Appleton
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I have been writing articles on topics related to our health for a number of years and in Channel I keep you up to date on ways in which we might improve our health by becoming more aware of the many options that are available to us.
Our spend on ‘Health’ is unsustainable
John Appleton.
In October we can vote for change As I see it by John Appleton Next year is election year and once again we will see political parties having to address the question of spending on health. It seems to me that the public perception is that the more we spend the better the outcome. The reality is that in spite of massive increases in expenditure - $6 billion in 1998 became $12 billion in 2008 and now nearly $15 billion in 2013/14 ($41 million every day of the year) we are no closer to an answer to our health woes. ‘We’ are struggling to cope with an ever increasing number of ‘customers’. Clearly something is very wrong. If we continue with what we have always done why should we ever anticipate a different outcome? The problem is ‘we’ do. Dr Ian McPherson (CEO of Southern Cross Healthcare) said in a 2012 NZ Herald article: “The uncomfortable, seemingly unmentionable, reality is our current healthcare spending pathway has the potential to seriously impact on New Zealand's future economic prosperity.” The caption under a photo reads Unsustainable health spending is a recipe for disaster. Dr McPherson says: “We need to work together. We are a small country, there’s simply no spare cash for political ideology or parochialism.” As I see it, what Dr McPherson says about working together is one solution to our problems that makes a lot of sense. At present there is no real collaboration in medicine and this is one of the main reasons why we are in such a sorry state. Prof Marc Cohen who is an Australian medical Doctor with two PhDs says: “Ultimately, medicine has a single aim: to relieve human suffering. When measured against this benchmark, different therapies can be seen as either effective or ineffective rather than `orthodox’ or `unorthodox’. No single professional group has ownership of health, and the best healthcare requires a multidisciplinary approach. Thus there is an imperative for all healthcare professionals to work together for the benefit of their patients and the wider community.” Two people who embrace this thinking are former marathon star Allison Roe MBE and Milford GP Dr
Paul Butler. Allison and Dr Butler are both standing for WDHB when we select our representatives at the local body elections in October. While for Allison this would be her second term on the ‘board’, for Dr Butler it is the first time he has put his hand up to serve his community in this way. With his background of more than 25 years as a GP on the North Shore, Dr Butler believes he has a lot to offer. He is a member of the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association and the Australian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine. He says "I would encourage the District Health Board to research ‘what works best’. The potentially very positive effects of natural therapies should be trialled in support of conventional care." Dr Butler says we know that a lot of illnesses can be prevented, or cured inexpensively, with changes in lifestyle, diet and exercise. No longer can we rely on the ‘ambulance at the bottom of the cliff.” Allison has very similar views and she talks about a new ‘model’ of care based on managing chronic degenerative illnesses outside the hospital environment. Allison is very much focused on prevention and empowering communities with health knowledge as the most cost effective option for the country. She says: “It’s about treating the cause of disease rather than the symptoms. As a society, we appear to be overmedicated and undernourished and a wellness model based on nutrition and lifestyle interventions could significantly reduce obesity, heart disease and effectively take the pressure off emergency departments and elective surgery too. We have to look at how we can manage smarter on less.” Allison says: “My past three years on the Health Board have been challenging but I have never overlooked the fact that I was elected by the people to serve the people. Many achievements and innovations have been overshadowed by a health system that’s unsustainable and needs to radically change.” A sustainable health system will continue to be a dream unless we are willing to have the conversation about how inexpensive totally safe and effective treatment options could be introduced. It’s all about
Dr. Paul Butler.
Allison Roe MBE.
empowering the public so they have the knowledge and as we all know – knowledge is power. Unless we demand change very soon – we won’t have the money to support the status quo. If Dr Butler and Allison Roe had only two words to express how members of our community can achieve a sustainable health system, I imagine those words might be “CHOOSE WELL”. A model that embraces wellness is, as I see it, the only way out of a very dark place. Plato said: “The part can never be well unless the whole is well” and that was a long time ago. John Appleton appletonassoc@xtra.co.nz www.johnappleton.co.nz Ph: 09-489-9362
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North Harbour Club: News
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2012 North Harbour Club AIMES Awards Winners.
AIMES Awards 2013 Judging under way Judging for the 2013 North Harbour Club AIMES Awards is well under way. This year the club has had 73 applications to receive awards and grants to the value of over $110,000.
Lydia Ko was presented with her Supreme AIMES Award at the 2012 Gala Dinner by North Harbour Club Patron Peter Menzies (right) and Pres ident Matthew Bellingham.
The North Harbour Club AIMES Awards have been held every year since 1995. A total in excess of $1.5 million has been awarded in grants to young people, aged between 13 and 15 years old, who are deemed to be achieving excellence in their field. AIMES stands for Arts; Innovation Technology & Science; Music; Education; Sport; Service to the Community. Each year the North Harbour Club provides one award in each of these categories to the value of $10,000. One of these category winners goes on to receive the supreme North Harbour Club AIMES Award and a further grant in excess of $15,000. In addition to these awards the North Harbour Club also provides grants of $5000 to a group of applicants deemed to be in the Emerging Talent category. Many of these have gone on to win AIMES Awards in future years. The overall AIMES Award winner in 2012, golfer Lydia Ko, is a prime example. Lydia won an Emerging Talent Award in 2011 before winning both the AIMES Sport and AIMES Supreme Award (and $25,000) in 2012. "The first stage of our judging process is to look at all the submissions and select around four or five people in each category to go through to the second judging stage," explained judging panel chairman Simon Lamb in late August. "We have just done this over the past week and now have a short-list of 28. Due to the high calibre of applicants there are some tricky decisions for the panel to make. This year we have had a mixture of previous applicants and winners reapplying as well as some high quality new applicants." Simon Lamb (Principal of Takapuna Grammar) is joined on the AIMES judging panel by Andrea Davies (Campus Registrar at Massey University, Albany); Jan Dawson (Company Director and former Chief Executive and Chair of KPMG); Sue Stanaway (Residential Operations Manager for Bayleys Real Estate); Mike Stanley (CEO of the AUT Millennium Institute). All are members of the North Harbour Club. "The judging panel is very well balanced with knowledge right across the categories," added Simon Lamb. "It needs to be as the calibre of the submissions
is very high across all the categories, so it is essential that the judging panel have knowledge right across the spectrum – education, sport, the arts, academia etc." "Sport is always strong, but we are also thrilled with the even spread of quality submissions right across all categories this year." The final step for the judging panel – who can meet up to five or six times during the judging period – is to choose the AIMES winners and Emerging Talent recipients from the shortlist of 28 and submit these recommendations to the North Harbour Club trustees. This was due to be completed by mid-September. North Harbour Club AIMES Awards sponsors are: The Arts - Bruce Mason Centre, IT Innovation and Science - Massey University, Music - Albany Toyota, Education - Kristin School, Sport - AUT Millennium, Service to the Community ASB, Emerging Talent Awards - BellinghamWallace. Channel Magazine publisher and Benefitz Managing Director Aidan Bennett, who is a Trustee and Vice President of the North Harbour Club is passionate about the organisation. “The North Harbour Club is a unique organsation that many other regions would love to have," says Aidan. "The ethos of supporting excellence, and helping our brilliant young people achieve their lofty goals, is really very special. You just need to look back at the list of our past winners to understand the impact that the club has made since its inception in 1995. Many of the high profile winners are sports people, but the club has provided equal support to all the other areas as well – such as musicians, business people, academics, performers, artists and those working in the community." The North Harbour Club AIMES Awards are presented at a black tie gala dinner that will be AWARDS held this year on Saturday November 9th at the Bruce Mason Centre in Takapuna. For more information visit: www.northharbourclub.co.nz.
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Shore People: Offshore
Fun times in
San Francisco
Andrew Boak originally hails from the North Shore and he has fond memories of sailing in Lake Pupuke, but now spends his time watching the AC72’s in San Francisco! Andrew works in IT and let Channel Mag into his exciting life living in ‘San Fran’. Courtney Bennett: Why did you move to San Fran and have you lived elsewhere in the world? Andrew Boak: I moved to San Francisco because I was offered a transfer from the company I was working for in London, England. I jumped at the opportunity because, as well as them paying my moving costs and arranging a work visa etc, I had enjoyed San Francisco when we stopped off on our way to London. London is the only other place I have lived in - I was there for five years. CB: Where are you originally from on the Shore (eg: suburb or school)? AB: I’m from Takapuna, born at North Shore Hospital, spent all of my childhood and teen years there. CB: What do you do in San Fran and how does it differ from your career in NZ? AB: I recently went back to school and got an Associate Degree in Computer Networks and I now work in IT, including doing WiFi and Network installations for large events and conferences here in the Bay Area. I was even recently employed at the annual South By South West music festival in Austin, TX, and I have some of my own small businesses here in the city as clients. CB: What do you like or dislike about living in San Fran? AB: One of the main reasons I like living in San Francisco is its similarity to Auckland. Air New Zealand is even running a campaign at the moment saying “If you like SF, you’ll love Auckland”. The climate is very similar, seasonal temperature range, rainfall, sunshine hours etc, although San Fran has the “fog” or Andrew Boak with wife Cathy and the marine layer that comes in off the ocean World Series Trophy for baseball. at nights, whereas Auckland has a bit more humidity. The climate therefore gives rise to the large amount of NZ native flora in gardens and parks. In the 1970’s San Francisco City planted 5000 Pohutakawas around the city, in fact the block around the corner from me is lined with them. NZ Flaxes and Agapanthas are common in gardens too. The geography is also similar, with a harbour (“the bay”) with three bridges, a “North Shore” (East Bay), a “Manakau City” (San Jose and Silicon Valley) and so on. Another main reason I live here is the economic base. With five million people living in the Bay Area alone, it means that most goods and services are readily available; we have major sports teams in all main sports, and many TV and radio stations. There are loads of restaurants, from small taquerias through to very expensive gourmet places. And then there is the entertainment. Being a musician (in two bands), it is great to have so many venues to be able to play at, although the competition is very fierce. We obviously get all of the regional, national and international touring bands too, so on any one night, there is always something to go and see. There’s not much I dislike about San Fran but housing is very expensive, both rental and purchase, which is why many people I know are forced to live way out in the suburbs or in the east bay.
Andrew Boak and the America's Cup.
CB: Have you watched any of the America's Cup yet? Is that a big deal for Kiwis over there? AB: Absolutely! I sailed when I was a kid on Lake Pupuke, and love the Americas Cup as a competition. I prefer the monohulls, but these AC72s are just unbelievable. With the races being held on the harbour, it’s very easy to go down and watch them from the shore, the boats come really close (out of bounds line is only about 200 metres offshore on the San Fran side), so I’ve been going down when I can to see ETNZ. If anything, the Americans haven’t really got into it much yet, obviously their team isn’t racing yet (just practicing), but unfortunately yachting is seen as a bit of a rich person’s sport over here, so there is some disdain for the event, especially with the super expensive AC72s. It is really cool, however, that the teams have their sheds on the downtown waterfront. This means that in the mornings as they are getting the boats out and prepared for racing/training, that people are seeing the boats as they go to work. The fact that this is the first Cup ever to not be raced offshore is very cool. It is a big deal for Kiwis over here, mainly because of our Kiwi pride, but also because we are fairly confident we’ll be in the America’s Cup and have a decent chance of winning it. The New Zealand American Association of San Francisco, better known as “SF Kiwis”, of which I am a board member and volunteer, has had a few events already, including a meet and greet/Q+A with Grant Dalton. There is a NZ restaurant on the waterfront, there is also a waterfront bar that has “NZ night” on Thursdays where Kiwis get to mingle and network. SF Kiwis have a big fundraising Waitangi Day dinner each year, and last year our keynote speaker was Russell Coutts. CB: What are your top tips for North Shore people visiting San Fran and the West Coast? AB: I would suggest that people do a good amount of web surfing beforehand and try to get a good idea of what they want to see when they are here. Sure, there are all the touristy things to do like Alcatraz, The Golden Gate Bridge, Cable Cars etc etc, but they are always quite busy. Reading the local newspaper’s websites like sfgate.com and reading personal reviews of places and things on a site like yelp.com can help you plan your trip better. There are loads of things to do here, so don’t be too boring and just do the regular tourist spots. We are kiwis after all, we like to adventure out. The downtown area is quite a tourist trap, other areas like the Mission, Hayes Valley, Haight/Asbury, Noe Valley and so on have good shopping and food and are fairly safe during the day, and not so bad at night, plus are easily accessible on public transport. You’ll find the same T-Shirt with “San Francisco” printed on it for $10 less if you get away from Pier 39 and other tourist areas like that. The city’s museums and galleries are pretty good too. CB: Will you ever come back home to the Shore? AB: I would possibly like to return to the Shore at some stage, but probably when I’m much older. San Francisco is a great place, but it is very fast moving, something a bit more peaceful whilst also being part of a city would be good I think.
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The PumpHouse Theatre: What’s On
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'A Nice Night Out' at The PumpHouse
with Grant Bridger
Veteran entertainer Grant Bridger’s career spans some 40 years and has seen him take his versatile talents to stage and screen, here and abroad - and now to The PumpHouse in September. We asked him some stuff. Q: Grant, you’ve done a bit of everything performance-wise – singer, actor, stage, TV, movies. When was your first TV appearance and in what show? It was a TV talent quest while I was working as a DJ for Radio New Zealand- or Radio Announcer as we were called then. I can't remember the name of the show but I know I sang, or 'mimed' to a recording of Elton John's Your Song. Needless to say I didn't win, but it was a beginning. Q: You were involved in hosting the legendary Nambassa and Sweetwaters festivals of the 1970s and early 1980s. What was your favourite memory from those events? I think it was just the feeling of having so many, well - hippies I guess we were, all gathered together in one place and feeling like we were at NZ's version of Woodstock, which of course it was really. It was peace personified and the music was great. Standing on stage looking out over all the colour and long hair and swirling dervishes dancing to the bands - very special experience. Q: Have you ever performed at The PumpHouse before and what are your impressions of the historic theatre venue? Yes - quite a few years ago, I did a concert with some friends and we had a great night. I love that it is still there, its location, and most of all the intimate nature of the space. I enjoy the fulfilment that comes from actually being up close and personal with an audience. One of my passions is the local Community Theatre and Hall phenomena you see all around the country wonderful spaces with little stages and if you're lucky a honky tonk piano( usually badly in need of a tune). They must be used and preserved. Q: You’ve worked on some big Australian musicals. What is your favourite song from the musical theatre genre? If I Loved You from Carousel is my all time favourite. Rodgers and Hammerstein - marvellous writers. It’s a
magical heart-felt melody and a wonderful set of lyrics. That's one of the joys of creating a show like A Nice Night Out. I get to choose material that thrills me and touches my heart. My special guest Sharon Emirali, who is married to our pianist Stephen Small, will bring another dimension as well with her great jazz focus. Q: What music genre is your favourite? Easier for me to say what I don't like, which is rap. Some pop or contemporary, opera, classical, theatre music of course and evergreen jazz standards by the likes of Sinatra and Nat King Cole. These days Michael Buble is doing a great job of keeping them 'alive'. Q: What is the most recent show you’ve been performing in? I had the honour of playing Grandpa Maurice in the new Roger Hall musical play You Can Always Hand Them Back at Fortune Theatre in Dunedin. A sell out success I have to say. Q: Can you give us a taste of what the audience can expect at The Pumphouse? Some wonderful musical theatre songs from shows I have been in - Superstar, Chicago, Carousel, Godspell, Chess, Phantom. Beatles to Bach - Sondheim, even an original or two. A ukulele and gumboots may also feature in the mix. That's all I will say. Except that I'd like to die singing. And I promise we will leave people feeling better than when they arrived at the theatre. So I suppose I’d better not die singing at The PumpHouse.
Grant Bridger.
students who get bored easily. For them to achieve like adults, they have to taste the adult reality. Via Mamet’s powerful and sometimes profane dialogue, the students have taken on board some of the darker realities in the adult world and understand some of the characters’ desperate motivations. Maybe they’ve been keeping up with what’s been going on in the overheated Auckland property market.” Glengarry Glen Ross is only on for two nights and it’s free. Put down the Property Press and come along to The PumpHouse to see young local talent tackle the script of one of the most important playwrights of the modern era. NB: Language warning.
Back to the Future North Shore Concert Band presents a range of music from the 17th Century to the modern era. With special guests Birkenhead College Vox Choir and Jazz Combo.
A NICE NIGHT OUT WITH GRANT BRIDGER & FRIENDS
Glengarry Glen Ross This year’s crop of Rosmini College’s senior drama students have taken on the challenge of Glengarry Glen Ross, David Mamet’s multiple award-winning gritty play about the New York Real Estate business. We asked their teacher and director Robert Owens why this sometimes confronting play was chosen. “I chose the play because I have an intuitive group of senior
A personal selection of musical theatre memorabilia With Stephen Small (piano) and special guest Sharon Emirali
What's On... @ Pumphouse SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER @ 6.30PM
September 6 @ 5pm Friday Forum Guest Speaker Tim Bray Entry $5 September 4 & 5 @ 7pm Rosmini College Seniors present Glengarry Glen Ross Entry free/by koha
September 8 @ 2pm North Shore Concert Band presents Back to the Future Adults $15, Family rate (4+) $40, Senior/Student/Child $12 September 15 @ 6.30pm Grant Bridger & Friends present ‘A Nice Night Out’ Adults $30, Senior/Student $28
September 23 – October 12 Tim Bray Productions presents Mrs Wishy-Washy By Joy Cowley Various session times Adult $21 - $24, Child $21 $24, Senior $21, Family rate (4+ seats) $19.75 - $21
BOOKINGS Ph: 489 8360 or www.pumphouse.co.nz
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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Lake House Arts Centre: News
Heritage Hijinks at Lake House Lake House is part of this year’s Auckland Heritage Festival which spans a two week period 28th Sept – 13th Oct. We have a broad programme of events and activities for everyone to enjoy…
TERM 4
School Holiday
Art
classes
ceramic sculpture embroidery gingerbread house drawing & painting printmaking kaleidoscope
30 Sept - 11 Oct - Our Heritage
Exhibitions: Perfectly timed to compliment heritage week, Bustle is an exhibition that brings together recreated historic costume and the visual arts. Selected costume pieces spanning the last 500 years by Costumier Chantelle Gerrard will be on display to capture the beauty and industry of their time. Specific art works that have been made to compliment them will also be shown. Showing from the 30th September to 20th October. Talks and Tours: Enjoy an entertaining talk and tour of the historic Lake House and its surrounding buildings. The Lake House, an Edwardian/Victorian beauty is a Takapuna landmark and was originally a family home situated on Takapuna Beach. It has had a fascinating history - from family home, hospital and seaside boarding house to a party destination for the young and hip during the latter half of the 20th century. The Barracks building, shifted on site to be used as art studio's and classrooms started life as World War II Army barracks at Fort Cautley in Takapuna. Tours and talks at specified times during the day - Bookings are essential. FREE ENTRY. High Tea Sundays: Lake House’s London-qualified patisserie chef will be creating some scrumptious treats especially for this event. The high teas will be served on beautiful vintage linen and china cake stands in our cafe and will be run on the three Sundays over the Auckland Heritage Festival. A minimum of two people are required per booking. Cost is $20 per person (includes tea or coffee). Bookings are essential to secure a place. Heritage Film Night: In association with the New Zealand Film Archive, Lake House Arts Centre presents a selection of short films spanning the 20th century, including 1920’s silent films with an accompanying pianist. All the films were either filmed in or based on the North Shore of Auckland. More details on the films, run times and bookings can be obtained from our website
Heritage Festival 28th sept - 13 Oct 2013 Lake House Arts Centre 37 Fred Thomas Drive Takapuna 09 486 4877 www.lakehousearts.org.nz
www.lakehousearts.org.nz. Refreshments available - one glass of wine is included in the entry cost ($15 pp). Holiday programme for kids: The heritage inspired school holiday programme offers a range of classes for all ages, including making a ceramic 'Toby' mug, knitting in 3D, printmaking with lace and doilies, creating Beatrix Potter-inspired watercolours, making wooden "Peg Families", embroidered felt bags, pinhole photography, castles and lighthouses and much more! Open Day: Talks and tours around the Lake House's historic buildings, displays and exhibitions, demonstrations of heritage crafts and techniques, vintage cars and costumes, open artists studio's, art for sale and heritage themed art activities for the kids. FREE ENTRY Please check our website www.lakehousearts.org. nz, email info@lakehousearts.org.nz or phone (09) 486 4877 for more information and bookings. Lake House Arts Centre is located on Barry’s Point Reserve in Takapuna, housed in a beautiful 19th century Edwardian/Victorian heritage building that once stood on Takapuna Beach. The Lake House has a constantly changing exhibition programme, a café with delicious homemade fare, artists studio’s and a vibrant and varied arts education programme with something for every member of the family, including weekend workshops, after school classes, holiday programmes and adult daytime classes. Lake House is open 9:30am – 4pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 3pm Saturday and Sunday. Closed on public holidays.
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Heritage Open Day Sun 13 October displays/exhibitions heritage craft demos vintage cars and costumes open artists studios art for sale heritage themed art activities for the kids
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Gretl Lukas, 2013 Michelia Nero Bianco (detail) acrylic, spray paint, mixed media on paper
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Helen Schamroth, 2013 Ziplace I mixed media
The window galleries are viewable day and night, so if you are in Northcote dining at one of the many fine Asian eating houses and restaurants, do walk down to Northart and take a look – the evening lighting adds to the dramatic effect.
Food for the soul at Northart Northart’s great run of exciting exhibitions continues through September – indeed until the end of the year! In the window galleries over the next month we are delighted to present a smaller version of Logan Brewer’s very popular and accomplished Waitemata Series exhibition of steel sculpture and drawings. These reference Auckland and the relationships we have with the land, the sea and the harbour, and with sailing; they filled the main gallery for a couple of weeks last month and by having them in the window galleries we are able to extend their ‘season’ for a month or so. The window galleries are viewable day and night, so if you are in Northcote dining at one of the many fine Asian eating houses and restaurants, do walk down to Northart and take a look – the evening lighting adds to the dramatic effect. Three painting exhibitions open to the public on September 9th and continue until 24th. One is a group exhibition by six artists (all women) who have very different means of expression and concerns as artists. Helen Schamroth’s works in the show, for example, continue to explore the sculptural qualities of the humble zip. 2013, it turns out, is the centenary of the zip – a fact Helen discovered only after she first started integrating zips into her art practice. For Helen the zip has become a metaphor for revealing the past; the firmly closed zip suggesting secrets and hidden family stories, the open zip referencing the discovery Helen Schamroth, 2013 and emergence of that family history. In Ziplace I contrast to Helen’s more abstracted works, mixed media the collaged prints of Janis Marler Harkess
are figurative. She uses line and texture to create environmental situations for the figures creating ambiguous spaces suggestive of thoughtless, urbanised environments. Other artists in the show include painters Suzanne Ashmore, Fiona Gray and Gretl Barzotto and textile artist Alison Midgelow-Marsden. In galleries 4 and 5 over the same dates are solo exhibitions by Melissa Martyn - Time Pieces - which references the seasons and flora and fauna of Aotearoa/New Zealand, and Trish Northey who is exhibiting a series of atmospheric landscapes. Later in the month is an exhibition by local Chinese photographers, friends and associates to celebrate the national day of the Peoples Republic of China on October 1st (it opens Friday 27 and continues until 2 October), and an exhibition entitled 3.15 which is of multi-media works by art teachers, senior students and past students at Westlake Girls High School, 3.15 (pm) being the end of the school day and referencing that the creative and learning process is a continuous one for staff and students alike. It runs from 30 September until 16 October. The Northart winter seminar series is drawing to an end. The final speaker for the year will be Carole Anne Meehan, Public Art Manager for Auckland Council. She works with the regions artists, Maori and Local Boards to ease the common distinctions between art, audience and artists within the public arena. Her talk will be on Wednesday 11 September starting at 7pm. Gallery Time for Kids continues on the first and third Sunday morning of each month.
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Northart, Norman King Square, Ernie Mays Street, Northcote Shopping Centre Phone 09 480 9633 northart@ihug.co.nz www.northart.co.nz Northart is supported by Auckland Council and the Birkenhead Licensing Trust and is open 10am – 4pm daily, evening viewings by arrangement. Admission is free.
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The Rose Centre: What's on
Celebration of Dance, Lipstick and Popcorn Featuring Spanish Fiesta Dancers, La Bourree, Habibi Dance Troupe, Eurodanz (formerly Tzinakis Dancers) and Folklore Chileno Latino… 2013 marks 30 years that SPANISH FIESTA DANCERS (members of Jane Luscombe's SPANISH DANCE SCHOOL) have brought their concerts of Spanish Dance to North Shore Audiences, at The PumpHouse since 1984 and The Rose Centre since 1993.
As a regular event an annual CELEBRATION OF DANCE rounded off each year in the 1990s with several guest dance troupes combining with SPANISH FIESTA DANCERS in a lively and colourful programme. Many of these dance troupes continue to be very involved in a variety of dance activities and are thrilled to be reuniting once again in this special 2013 CELEBRATION OF DANCE to celebrate SPANISH FIESTA DANCERS 30 years of entertainment on the Shore. Dances from SPAIN, FRANCE, the MIDDLE EAST, GREECE, CHILE and LATIN AMERICA...Come and join the party! Details: Date: Sunday 22 September 2013 at 2pm Tickets: Entry by Donation - General Admission Bookings: No need to book Enquiries: Phone 620 6942 or 445 9900
“Lipstick On Your Collar Let’s Have A Party!” A night of nostalgia with those unforgettable songs and dances from the Fabulous Fifties! Following the success of this fifties musical in May the Rose Singers are pleased to bring a new and improved version "LET'S HAVE A PARTY!" in late September for three nights....featuring new songs and new faces. Come and sing a long to those popular songs from the fifties...and rock the night away with Shake Rattle and Roll, See you later Alligator, Rockin' Robin, Save the last Dance, Love Me Tender and many more! Details: When: Tuesday 24, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September 2013 Tickets: $20 and $15 concessions Bookings: 445 9900 or email info@rosecentre.co.nz
Popcorn by Ben Elton GLAMOUR – GUNS – COMEDY – SEX! Ben Elton’s Olivier Award winning play for best comedy is a thrill a minute hostage drama. It takes
a satirical look at the Hollywood film industries obsession with sex and violence. Bruce Delamitiri directs hip, slick and sexy films that glorify violence and make it cool! He just won an Oscar and feels on top of the world... Wayne and Scout are a little unhinged and watch those movies. On the run as the ‘Mall Murderers’ they are about to pay Bruce a little visit. Brooke is an ex-Playboy model come wannabe actress. She can turn Bruce on then scare the pants off him. How far will she go to get what she wants? Farrah is Bruce’s estranged alcoholic ‘Drama Queen’ of a wife. Velvet is his daughter with an attitude that has no ‘OFF’ button. Karl is Bruce’s Producer and caught in the middle of it all. Bring them altogether and the result is a hilarious and explosive mix!!! Cutting Edge Drama always brings you exciting and thrilling shows. Don’t miss this one. It won the Olivier Award for a good reason! Full details on: www.cuttingedgedrama.co.nz *Bar open one hour before performance / Cash on door. Details: Dates: On in October 2013 Saturday 19 (8pm) / Sunday 20 (4pm) Tuesday 22 to Saturday 26 (8pm) Tickets: $22 / 18 concessions (Seniors/students/ Groups of 6+) Bookings: Rose Centre Theatre on 445 -9900
Janice Webb presents SING Concert Come and hear the fabulous voices of the pupils of top singing teacher Janice Webb. With a variety of music from show tunes to opera there is something for everyone, with a dash of dance for good measure! Details: When: Sunday 15 September 2013 @ 7pm Tickets: Tickets at the door – only $10 Supper Provided Enquiries: Phone 418-1656
Drama, comedy, music, magic and dance! Open 8:30am - 4pm, Monday - Friday
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WHO SAYS YOU HAVE TO DOWNSIZE? There's Nowhere Else
Like it on the Shore Whenever we visit Settlers Albany we’re impressed not just by the standard of activities and facilities that are right on the doorstep for those lucky enough to live there, but also by the incredibly welcoming atmosphere. One couple we talked to had just returned from holiday and were overwhelmed by the warmth of their welcome home. They said it was a wonderful feeling and something they’d never experienced in a neighborhood before. It is a good life at Settlers, and there’s always something happening. Settlers’ resident, Terry O’Callahan, took us on a tour of the new Blokes Shed being set up by the residents and I can conclusively report that this is going to be one great shed and a lot of very happy blokes. Terry, who has a background in the building industry, has been a resident at Settlers for two years. “The Blokes Shed is somewhere you can hang out with a mate, share companionship and look out for each other just like you were on the job. “Living at Settlers made a huge difference to me after my wife passed away. There’s always something to do and companionship if you want it. And plenty of time for golf … I still play twice a week!” And that’s what it’s all about at Settlers Albany. The new generation of 65+ enjoy a high standard of living and recognise the value of having top-notch services close at hand. Activities such as all-weather bowls, croquet, crafts, table tennis, billiards and numerous hobby clubs. Facilities that include a fully equipped gym, heated pool, on-site hairdressing salon, library, restaurant, movie theatre, café and bar. Emergency response on call 24/7. A lifestyle where you can relax by the fire in a luxurious lounge looking out over immaculately landscaped grounds to native bush where tuis serenade you most days. It’s the sort of life we dream about and from $385,000, Settlers has to be the best value on the Shore. There are a few one-bedroom apartments available but check them out soon as these are the only one-bedroom apartments that will be built in the village. Talk to Rosalie Pearson about the Occupation Rights Agreement and everything else you should know before investing. Call Rosalie on 415 2617 or visit Settlers Albany at 550 Albany Highway anytime between 10 and 4.
Safe and secure yet private and luxurious Settlers Albany is designed for people who want more out of life, not less. A beautiful home with room to entertain your family and friends. BBQ areas and patios, heated pool and spa, hairdresser, movie theatre, bowling green, gym and best of all, someone else to mow the lawns and take care of the maintenance. At Settlers Albany you’ll enjoy a wonderful lifestyle in idyllic surroundings with more time for golf, bridge, grandchildren … more time for you! Call in and see for yourself how good life can be. Open everyday from 10am – 4pm 550 Albany Highway |Ph: 415 2617|settlersalbany.co.nz
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Education: Kristin School
Kristin Prefects Help Launch Parakai Pulse Radio broadcasts by the students of Parakai School will soon be enjoyed by their local community, thanks to the prefects of Kristin School. As a part of the 2013 Prefect Project, Kristin’s 23 prefects raised over $17,000 and dedicated over 650 hours to help the small rural school realise a dream; to produce a student-led radio station, Parakai Pulse 107.4 FM. An annual project for Kristin’s leadership team, the Prefect Project is a student-driven initiative that aims to promote leadership through service. First established six years ago as a team-building assignment, the enterprise has since become an integral part of leadership in the Senior School. Lead by the school’s Deputy Prefects, this year it was Nadia Sussman and Anton Sunde’s turn to manage the project. From the initial stages of fundraising, planning and project management to manual labour, installation and training, the Year 13 leaders invested their own time and expertise to launch a radio station within the school – the first community station to serve the local area. As well as getting Parakai Pulse on the air, the prefects created a planning
room for the radio team complete with a green screen for the school’s future multimedia enterprises and a native garden outside the library. At the official opening on Thursday 15 August, the students of Parakai School honoured the Kristin prefect team with a moving song and haka before presenting Nadia and Anton with whale bone carvings, hand crafted from a whale that washed up on Muriwai Beach. Kristin Senior School Principal Mr Brendan Kelly believes that every Prefect Project has its own unique character but the partnership with Parakai has made this one very special. “It has been an honour to witness this project come to fruition,” he says. “By working so closely with the staff and students at Parakai School our prefects have gained true insight into the value of what is being achieved. They can see that this project does not only benefit the students who will be running the station, but it has also become an important part of the school’s culture and greatly benefits their relationship with the local community.” Planning for next year’s project will begin early in Term 4 when the 2014 Senior School Prefect Team is announced.
Characters Come to Life in the Junior School On a Friday early in Term 3, Kristin Junior School classrooms were abuzz with excitement. Fun, creative and quirky characters straight from the pages of everyone’s favourite books filled each and every classroom for the school’s annual Book Character Day. From the Kindergarten to the Year 6 classes, with the Senior School’s Prefects getting in on the fun, teachers and students alike embraced their favourite heroes in a celebration of the written word. A special assembly was hosted by the Senior School Cultural Committee and included a hilarious performance by the senior students, written especially for the occasion to promote a love of reading to their fans in the younger year levels. Coinciding with the KidsCan National Mufti Day, Kristin’s Book Character Day contributed $250 towards the charity’s fundraising drive.
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Tree planting.
Standing: Emilie Sedelmayr, Charlotte Sellars, Sarah Han, Pip Charlett-Green, Danielle Desvaux de Marigny. Front: Chloe Wickham, Tafadzwa Mudapakati, Ji Won Kim, Sol Hye Park, Kelsey Schutte, Ha Yeon Kim.
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A clothing collection for the De Paul House, a beach clean-up and supporting a fundraising Gala at the Wilson Home are only three of the projects Takapuna Grammar Schools’ Young Leader’s Club have tackled in the past year. The Young Leaders’ Club is a committee, started by some enthusiastic students, searching for their chance to give back to the North Shore community. By Lizzie Vercruyssen “Initially, a group of us went to Ms Basse, the senior manager of our year, with the intent of finding out what sort of leadership roles we could adopt in the school. She suggested that we start a young leadership group, and it has been running ever since,” says Danielle Desvaux de Marigny, one of the founding members of the committee. This inspiring group of friends has been showing true spirit, keeping a keen eye out for those in the North Shore area who may need some extra support. In the short time they have been operating, The Young Leaders’ Club has an impressive track record. Numbers are growing, with the committee already up to 14 members. The first project they decided to tackle was a clothing collection for the De Paul house, a charity organisation in Northcote that provides housing and family support services. They work with homeless families, helping them get back on their feet and re-establish themselves in the community. The Young Leaders’ Club organised and ran a clothing collection for three and a half months. Their fellow students donated any unwanted clothing, which was given to the De Paul house. “Collecting clothing for the De Paul House was our first project. This made it very important because it was us creating our reputation. We wanted to do well and try our best. By the time it was over I think my team members and I had made a good impression and we were happy that we were able to fulfil our goal,” explains Kelsey Schutte. Over 50 bags of clothing were collected and distributed during this time, to those in need. Next, the students decided to support the environment, getting their hands dirty with a beach clean-up and tree restoration in Long Bay. During the day the team got together with Takapuna Grammar School’s Environmental club and showed their environmentally friendly side by picking up all of the litter on Long Bay’s gorgeous water front. “It was great to know that we were helping to keep the environment clean,” says Pip Charlett-Green. “It was a fun experience to be able to spend a day outside in the sun with my friends.”
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Restoring trees by weeding and cleaning up the area in Long Bay Regional Park also proved to be a satisfying day. Encouraged by the beautiful weather the devoted students restored over 70 trees, helping to return the park to its natural glory. The next event took place a little closer to home. The Young Leaders’ Club gave their lively assistance to Takapuna Grammar School’s neighbours, The Wilson Home Trust. Late last year the Wilson Home held a fundraiser to raise money for the Trust. It was a splendid day with entertainment everywhere, from the bands to the book stalls. And don’t forget of course the all-important bouncy castle and slide manned by The Young Leaders’ Club, which kept children entertained for hours. Committee member Sarah Han says: “It was great to see people having so much fun and helping out with the event was a great feeling!” The Young Leaders’ Club’s most recent project is currently under way. They are supporting Onepoto Primary School, in Northcote. Onepoto is the only Decile 1 school on the North Shore. On hearing this, The Young Leaders contacted the school to see if they could offer any assistance. They left with a grand plan in mind, to paint the faded courts of the primary school so that the students had a fun area to play at morning tea and lunch times. Unfortunately, they soon found that their plan was a little too ambitious and would require expertise they just did not have access to. This didn’t faze them. They concocted a new plan; to buy sports equipment such as skipping ropes and hoola-hoops for the children, as well as giving the school a cheque which they could use for something such as new gazebos. They faced another obstacle, finding a way to raise the money. However, being the bright students they are, they came up with a plan. They approached the school prefects and asked if they could use the next school mufti day as an opportunity to raise the funds. Later that term, tiger and penguin ‘onsies’, dressing gowns and slippers were just a few of the strange outfits seen at Takapuna Grammar School. Every cent, of the over $1200 raised on the pyjama themed mufti day, will go towards purchasing the sports equipment the committee looks forward to presenting the school sometime in the next few weeks. ”It was not exactly what we planned, but it’s still good,” says Danielle. “Coming up with our next challenge is always the most difficult part. However, once this obstacle is over come, we tend to be right on our way to achieving something great,” Kelsey says. By Lizzie Vercruyssen. If you have any ideas for The Young Leader’s Club’s next project, you can contact Kelsey on 022-641-6981.
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Education: Takapuna Grammar School
A love of golf Mum and Dad gave him a set of plastic golf clubs at four and from that point on Ethan Sangster was hooked. He joined the Peninsular Club at about six, he remembers, and was certainly one of its youngest members. He was the Junior 9 Hole Championship winner in September 2008. Since the age of 10 he has practised and played out of the Remuera Club and now he has been spotted by talent scouts with New Zealand Golf and become a member of the Auckland Development Golf squad. Only about seven young golfers, aged 13 – 17, are selected in any one year to be included in a development programme designed to bring out that talent. He was only 11 years and 161 days old when he scored a hole-in-one, making him one of the youngest to record a hole in one at Remuera. His parents were quick to identify his skill and talent and while Dad has “played a little” according to Ethan there is not a strong family connection with
the sport. Ethan is currently in Year 10 and he freely admits that he has no other hobbies or interests. What time there is, after school work is done, is spent at golf. Often he is at the club on a Saturday from as early as 7.30 a.m., and not home until after 5.00 p.m. Sunday is also practice day. It is this level of dedication that has his handicap at 6. Some of his coaching is provided by Mauri Stokes, who is a TGS ex-pupil, a nice connection at this point. At Remuera, Ethan is one of a group of about 20 young golfers who practice and play every Saturday. Ethan really likes the fun aspects of golf, meeting people, and having a good time. Long term, Ethan wants to move to the United States, hopefully on a college scholarship to pursue his golfing ambition; to become a professional. In the immediate future it is Under 19 tournaments he has his eyes set on.
Ethan Sangster.
Young scientist
in the limelight Out shining all expectations, Year 11 student Wendy Jian beat university students, up to ten years older than her, to qualify as a finalist in The Sir Paul Callaghan awards. The Sir Paul Callaghan awards is a competition where students must apply science, technology or maths ideas to come up with a project that will benefit New Zealand's environmental, economic and social well-being. The awards are on a nation-wide scale for students between 13-25 years old. Only 12 finalists moved on to the last round, held at Massey University’s Wellington campus. Wendy was the youngest of the 12. Wendy's proposal uses the scientific theory of induction for water heating, at a cheaper cost and in a more environmentally friendly way. “I am passionate about science, I find it really interesting,” Wendy said. “I presented my idea to a wide audience, ranging from people in the science and business community, to parents of the finalists, as well as my teachers and peers watching the live streaming of the event. The 12-minute presentation was followed by questions from one of the judges, Kim Hill, who is a professional New Zealand broadcaster.” “Following that, at night, the awards dinner was held at Government house. Unfortunately, I did not receive the Sir Paul Callaghan ‘Highly Commended Award,’ but I was very honoured to be awarded the ‘Merit Award’ by the Chancellor of Lincoln University. “From this award, I realised that I have developed communicating science ideas to a wide range of people in the community and I have certainly learnt a lot of the different aspects of science from other finalists’ presentations.” “Overall, the Eureka! Sir Paul Callaghan awards gave me a huge experience and insight into the path that I might take in the future. It helped give me many opportunities to talk to various different people from different areas of society that I would have never thought to be able to meet.” Wendy Jian.
L to R: Nikita Phillips, Clayton Hockley, Anezka Hoskin.
Our young Maori leaders Sean Wainui (Ngati Porou,) Anezka Hoskin (Ngati Porou, Te Whanau o Apanui), Tennielle Matthews (Ngapuhi, Tuhoe), Nikita Phillips (Ngapuhi, Tainui), and Clayton Hockley (Te Au Pouri), have been members of the Whanau Class since arriving at Takapuna Grammar School. They are very strong members of the school’s Kapa Haka group, and responsible for the teaching of the various items for Polyfest. They all also have had a strong role in the teaching and leading of Tikanga Maori within the school community, such as the school haka during the House Haka competitions, and the haka powhiri for our manuhiri (visitors) to the school. They have represented the school at various cultural events with pride and mana, such as the tangi of a staff member’s husband, the “tuku taonga” of new senior managers to Takapuna, and the “tuku taonga” of Deputy Principal, Kim Basse, who has gone to be Principal at Ruapehu College, in Ohakune. Sean and Anezka are also prefects. Sean is captain of the 1st XV and Senior Mixed Touch and a member of the North Harbour U18 Representative Team and the Development squad for the Blues franchise. One of Sean’s goals is to be a professional rugby player. He is also interested in being a builder/carpenter. Anezka is involved with sports, (Touch Rugby), House activities and competitions. She also helped organize the International Evening for Cultural performances. Anezka’s goal is to attend University and pursue a career in Science - in Medicine or Genetics. Tennielle has a strong interest in dance and would like to pursue this as a future career. Nikita hopes to be involved with Early Childhood Education or join the armed forces. Clayton has been involved with softball (for the school and club), bowls (representing North Harbour at regional and national level) and rugby league. He hopes to join the Navy next year. “Whaia to iti kahurangi – Aspiring to your personal Excellence”. These words reflect the character, nature and personalities of these young, outstanding leaders. Tennielle and
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Westlake Schools Orchestras awarded Dual National Titles Westlake High Schools orchestras and bands competed for national honours at the KBB Music Festival last month, and came up trumps. Following impressive performances at the annual Westlake Gala Concert in mid-August, musicians from both Westlake Boys and Westlake Girls Schools headed over the Auckland Harbour Bridge to the KBB Music Festival at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Both the Westlake Symphony Orchestra and the Westlake Chamber Orchestra gained the highest accolade in their respective sections when they were both awarded the title of Most Outstanding Orchestra and the award for Best Performance of a New Zealand Work. The awards didn’t stop there. As has become the tradition, these outstanding young musicians performed across the board with the following outstanding results: Westlake Symphony Orchestra - Gold Award, Most Outstanding Award and Best Performance of a New Zealand Work Westlake Chamber Orchestra - Gold Award, Most Outstanding Award and Best Performance of a New Zealand Work Westlake Concert Band - Gold Award and Best Performance of a New Zealand Work Westlake Boys Camerata - Silver Award Westlake Big Band - Silver Award Westlake Boys Stage Band - Bronze Award
Westlake Symphony Orchestra won Most Outstanding Performance by a Symphony Orchestra at the recent national secondary schools KBB Music Festival.
Davenport wins silver at U23 World Rowing Champs
Westlake Boys Family Breakfast
Following on the heels of Westlaker Finn Howard's gold in the Men’s Eight class of the U23 World Championships in early August, Westlake Boys’ Year 13 student Marty Davenport was on the podium collecting a silver medal for the junior men’s quadruple scull at the Junior World Rowing Championships in Lithuania last month. The New Zealand crew crossed the line two seconds behind a German crew and held off crews from South Africa, USA, Italy and China to gain their silver medal result. Westlake's other national champion rower, Cameron Webster, just missed out on a podium spot, finishing fourth in the finals of the coxed four, a huge achievement for both Westlake students.
Westlake Boys is holding a family breakfast on the morning of Wednesday 11th September. All students and family members are welcome to attend. Guests can look forward to a three course breakfast complemented by an inspirational tale of personal courage and adventure from Kiwi adventurer, mountaineer, marathon man and airline pilot Mike Allsop. Tickets are available from the school uniform shop or by phoning 4108667 ext 806 for credit card sales. Tickets are $25 per head. Discounts are available for groups of 3 or more. Full event details at www.westlake.school.nz Kiwi adventurer and airline pilot Mike Allsop is guest speaker at Westlake Boys Family Breakfast this month.
Marty Davenport (2nd from right) on the podium at the U23 World Champs in Lithuania with silver medal winning quadruple scull members Mitchell MackenzieMol, Benjamin Crosbie and Jack O'Leary.
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Education: Pinehurst School
Pinehurst is a premier, independent school for students aged 5 to 18, based in Albany on Auckland’s North Shore.
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Every pupil is given the nurture, encouragement and individual care needed to realise high expectations, with students’ year on year achieving top honours in New Zealand and the World in CIE examinations. Offering small class sizes with passionate teachers and an extensive academic, sports and arts curriculum, Pinehurst ensures your child is able to make the most of a range of opportunities. Graduates leave with a globally recognised qualification, prepared to address life’s challenges as confident, well-equipped adults and with the option to study at any University in the world. Enrol online for our next open day or contact Enrolment Manager Heather Mills by phone (09) 414 0960 ext 614 or email heather.mills@pinehurst.school.nz.
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Pinehurst’s Lydia Ko Wins Canadian Open… Again Lydia Ko, Pinehurst School Year 12 student has done it again, claiming the Canadian Open title for a second consecutive year. Pinehurst School literally came to a standstill late last month as live updates came through. Peers and teachers waited patiently in anticipation as each hole brought the news of her inevitable win closer. ‘Stunning’, ‘lovely shot’, ‘unbelievable’ and ‘on fire’ are just some of the words used regularly by staff and golf commentators alike. Congratulations Lydia. We are extremely proud of your achievements and look forward to celebrating together on your return later this term.
Peers and teachers waited patiently in anticipation as each hole brought the news of her inevitable win closer.
Pinehurst Wins East Coast Bays Rotary Debating Cup Congratulations to Pinehurst School Senior Debating team who last month won the East Coast Bays Rotary debate to take home the Rotary Cup for the third consecutive year. Successfully winning the title, team members Lars Thompson, Harry Walsh and Jake McGregor put on a strong contest to convincingly beat their opponents from Kristin College.
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Ray top scholar in French Last year’s Head Boy and Dux, Ray Hu, was the 2012 National Top Scholar in French. Ray and his teacher Mr Eric Elgoyhen went to Government House in May to receive the award from the Governor General. They also met the Prime Minister and Ray enjoyed the opportunity to speak to The Right Honourable, John Key and His Excellency, Lieutenant General, The Right Honourable, Sir Jerry Mateparae. Ray’s expertise in French was initially developed on an AFS exchange trip in 2010 to Haubourdin in northern France. Ray’s host parents do not speak English so Ray had to rely on sign language, a limited vocabulary and brief forays into his pocket dictionary in the first few weeks. After his return half way through year 11, Ray gained scholarships in French in the New Zealand Scholarship Examinations in three consecutive years. He attributes his success in gaining the Top Scholar award to the strong work ethic of his native French teacher who challenged Ray to study French in a variety of contexts. Ray’s language ability will no doubt be beneficial in his future career. Ray is currently studying a pre-medical course at the University of Auckland. Bonne chance, Ray.
The Prime Minister, John Key with Ray Hu and his French teacher, Eric Elgoyhen.
Sailors on the Podium A year of hard work has helped New Zealand's top 29er sailors on to the podium at both the ISAF youth worlds and the 29er worlds. Rosmini's Jack Simpson and Takapuna Grammar's Markus Somerville, both from the Wakatere Sailing Club, claimed Bronze at the ISAF Youth world Championships in Cyprus in July and Silver at the 29er World Championships in Denmark in August. The World regatta included 213 entries from 25 nations representing all continents in a highly completive fleet. The 29er is a two-handed skiff which is a pre cursor to the Olympic 49er skiff. The pair were coached by YNZ coach Jim Maloney who is very pleased with his young charges’ performances. Jim said: “Markus and Jack sailed a very good regatta and were the only other team in the fleet with a shot at the tittle going into the last race at the worlds.” Simpson and Somerville have accumulated some top results in the last year winning the Sir Peter Blake competition in New Zealand, Sail Sydney, Australian Nationals in Melbourne, New Zealand Nationals, British RYA Youth National Championships in Scotland, in addition to coming 3rd at the ISAF Youth Worlds and 2nd at the 29er world Championships. Rossini's Jack Simpson and Takapuna Grammar's Markus Somerville.
Drama Success at Rosmini It’s been a successful year for the seniors in Rosmini Drama. A win in the Sheilagh Wynn Shakespeare competition is a first for the school, and now the year 12 and 13 boys tackle one of the most significant plays in American history; Glengarry Glen Ross by David Mamet. This play, set in the ruthless world of mid 80's real estate, was considered groundbreaking in its day and has been made into a feature film starring Jack Lemmon, Alec Baldwin and Al Pacino. Drama teacher Rob Owens says the play provides some real significant challenges to the boys, which they are embracing wholeheartedly.
He has divided the play up with the year 12's playing the first act and the year 13's playing the second act. The play will be performed at The PumpHouse Theatre and Rob would like to thank the theatre manager David Martin for his support of college drama. Glengarry Glen Ross also won the 1984 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. WHAT: Rosmini Senior Drama presents Glengarry Glen Ross by David Mamet WHERE: The PumpHouse Theatre WHEN: Tues/Wed 3 & 4th September 7pm *contains some coarse language, not suitable for children
Japanese Speech Awards The Auckland Japanese Speech Contest was held at the AUT on Saturday 10th August. Many schools attended and the competition was strong. This year was fantastic because two students from Rosmini College received awards. Congratulations to Andrew Kim and Beomseo (Peter) Park who received the Highly Commended Award and Third Prize respectively. The speech title for Andrew was "Auckland must change" and for Beomseo (Peter) it was "Smartphone and friends' relationships". The National Language Adviser in Japanese, Ms Tomoko Semba and the Programme Leader from AUT, Ms Sonja Gallagher congratulated the students.
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Education: Westlake Girls High School
WGHS Sports Briefs Gold Medals at Synchronised Swimming Championships
Bollywood Dance Group places second
The Westlake Girls Bollywood Dance Group placed second in the Bollywood Dance New Zealand Dance Competition held at Vodafone Events Centre, Manukau. The team competed in the Open Category which had performers and choreographers from professional dance schools. Westlake was the only school Azzeline Jorieux and to compete in this category where they performed a variety of dance styles that Kelly Chang. included; hip hop and classical alongside the traditional Indian forms. Judging was based on: synchronisation, formation, stunts, costume, character/team spirit, use of props, lighting, acting, movement/transition, opening and Rowers to Represent Auckland In Australia ending. Seven Westlake Girls students have gained selection into the Students involved were; Noor Kaur, Hemeesha Singh, Jishika Deo, Kavita Patel, Auckland U18 Girls 8’s that will compete at the Queensland Schools Prachi Brahmbhatt, Amrita Anjali Raj, Afi Bavdovin, Pratiti Roy, Rhea Chandra, Riddhi Championships in September. This is an outstanding achievement for Chandra and Pooja Bhagath. the students and the school. The students selected are: Jess Remington, Poppy Logan, Renee Scott French, Adelia Bolam, Caitlin Nugent, Sian Anderson and Danielle Schofield. The crew will be coached by Westlake Girls Head Coach Craig Smith. Westlake Girls High School students Azzeline Jorieux and Kelly Chang won gold medals at the North Island Secondary Schools Synchronised Swimming Championships in Tauranga. Azzeline Jorieux won gold in the College Solo with a score of 60.167. She then teamed up with Kelly Chang where they won gold in the College Duet with a score of 62.833.
Westlake Win Gold at Table Tennis Champs The Westlake Girls High School Premier Table Tennis team won the Auckland Secondary School Teams Table Tennis title. The team of Veronica Li, Jocelyn Lim, Irene Liu, Sandy Liu and Sam Sun were undefeated in their three matches with wins against Epsom Girls, WGHS Team 2 and last year’s national champions ST Cuthbert’s. The team now turns its attention to the New Zealand Championships in early September held at North Harbour.
Staff Member Runs to Fundraise Westlake Girls High School staff member Catherine Taylor will be running on behalf of the school in the Auckland Half Marathon on November 3rd to raise money for the New Zealand Blind Foundation. Westlake Girls High School is involved in supporting a number of charities as we support and guide our students in becoming positive and active members of the community. Cat is hoping to inspire young people to get involved and support in any way they can. Please get behind the school to raise as much money as we can for this wonderful Foundation. To donate please visit the following fundraising page: http://www.fundraiseonline.co.nz/ WestlakeGirlsHighSchoolCatTayl/
All Blacks Train at Westlake The All Blacks squad recently visited Westlake Girls using the artificial football fields for their fitness testing. Both players and coaching staff said that the facilities were fantastic and the school was fortunate to have outstanding sporting facilities.
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A Year 9 form class wearing mufti to fundraise for the RNZFB.
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Stanley Bay School pupils in training for the Devonport Classic.
Westlake Girls Dominate Badminton Championships Westlake Girls once again dominated the Greater Auckland Badminton Championships by making three of the four finals. For the third year in a row, Rayna Phillips and Deborah Yin won the Senior Doubles. Virginia Gunter and Alyssa Tagel teamed up to win the Junior Doubles. In the singles, Rebecca Goddard was knocked out in the quarter finals of the senior section and Selena Wu placed runner-up in the junior section in a close-fought final. The team turn their attention to the New Zealand Nationals in September where they are the defending champions.
Korean Night Raises Money for City Mission The annual Korean Night was held at Westlake Boys’ Auditorium and provided participants with an evening of cultural exhibition and an opportunity for people of every ethnicity to experience Korean culture. The evening involved the showcase of around 18 performances over the period of three hours. These performances ranged from traditional Korean dances, tae kwon do, to contemporary k-pop singing and a haka. All the performances were put together by groups of Westlake students. The evening has continued to prove a huge success, steadily attracting an average audience of over a 1000 people. Profits from 2013 Westlake Korean Night surmounted to $2500, of which $2000 was donated to Auckland City Mission in our hope to help marginalised people in our local neighbourhood and make Auckland a welcoming place for them to live in.
Bronze Medal at National Trampoline Championships At the recent New Zealand Secondary Schools Gymsports Championships Westlake Girls student Natasha Marriage won a bronze medal. Her medal was won in the Women’s Individual A Grade Individual Trampoline. Natasha had a score of 52.300. Fellow Westlake student Kiera Greenacre placed 10th in the Women's Individual Elite.
Natasha Marriage.
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On Your Marks… Sprint into Spring! Fun and funds are two reasons to get involved in this year’s Devonport Classic, taking place this month. On Sunday 22nd September walkers, fun-runners and the more serious sports enthusiasts will be limbering up for the annual exercise event, which raises funds for Stanley Bay School and the Life Education Trust. The stunning setting of Fort Takapuna offering a beautiful backdrop is just one of the many good reasons that this event has become a popular community spectacle. Distances of 5km, 10km or 15km for running or walking, ensure this is an event that has something to offer the novice walker to the seasoned professional runner. The event began life as a school fund-raiser for Stanley Bay School in Devonport before growing into an annual sporting spectacle requiring external management. SBS Board of Trustees member Fiona Bower is delighted that the event has remained a fund-raiser for the school and encourages participants to list the school on their entry forms in order for the Russell Street school to benefit from as much funding as possible. Mum of four Fiona said: “This is a great opportunity to have some family fun at a community event and help our school at the same time! “With the various distances, our youngest children at the school right up to their grandparents and great grandparents can take part. We hope for good weather, a good turnout and hope that plenty of people will list Stanley Bay School on their entry forms! “ Adding: “This continues to be a major fund-raiser for the school and we appreciate all the support we can get.” As well as helping out a North Shore school and the Life Education Trust, which visits schools to help instil values of healthy eating and wellbeing, entrants also qualify for a month’s free gym membership with event sponsor Just Workout. The first event of the day will be the 15km walk at 8.30am, with a compulsory briefings taking place from 8.15am at the Fort Takapuna starting point. The various distances will set off throughout the morning, with a prize-giving taking place at 11.30am at Fort site, on the corner of Vauxhall and Old Lake Roads, Devonport. So get out your trainers or walking boots and step out for some good fun and some good causes! www.devonportclassic.co.nz
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North Shore History with David Verran
Thomas and Mary Poynton I recently read Nicholas Reid’s book ‘Founders and keepers’ (published in 2011), about Catholic laypeople in early Auckland. Reid confirms what I already knew, that Thomas Poynton was originally transported from Ireland to Australia in 1822 as a convict, came to the Hokianga around 1828 and moved to Takapuna in the late 1840s. Poynton was born 11 March 1803 in Ballivor, County Meath, Ireland and worked as an unskilled farm labourer. Around July 1822, he and 14 others were caught up in some local unrest in the County and all were tried, convicted and transported from Cork to New South Wales for seven years. Poynton arrived in Sydney on 21 December 1822. Not too long after receiving a ‘ticket-of-leave’ in 1827, he married Mary Kennedy and they caught a ship across the Tasman around 1828 to the Hokianga in Northland, where the Poyntons bred cattle and milled timber on the Mangamuka River. Mary was born in Sydney on 5 June 1812 of Irish parents. Both Thomas and Mary were firm Catholics and unrepentant supporters of Irish nationalism. Between 1831 and 1837 the Poyntons claimed to have bought 4,450 acres from local Mäori and regularly crossed back and forth to Sydney, where they had their children baptised into the Catholic faith. There were no local Catholic clergy until Bishop Pompallier arrived in January 1838. Thomas Poynton is said to have protected Pompallier from local Mäori who were influenced by Wesleyan missionaries, while maintaining good relations with those of other faiths. In October 1840, Thomas reported to the St Patrick’s Society in Sydney that he was collecting money for Church funds from local Maori in the Hokianga. Governor Fitzroy compensated Thomas for his pre-1840 land purchases from Maori and Thomas and family moved to Auckland after 1846 where he bought land on the Auckland isthmus, in South Auckland and on the North Shore. By 1849, Thomas Poynton owned 132 acres on the North Shore, with 67 on Lake Pupuke, and is described as the first Pakeha farmer in the area. He ran sheep and grew wheat. His residence on Lake Pupuke is confirmed in the 1850 Auckland Jury List.
In Takapuna, the Poyntons prospered and became pillars of the local community. Thomas was elected a Warden for the Hundred of Pupuke, a very early and short-lived form of local government, and was a founder and donor to the local library. However, Thomas and Mary never forgot they were Irish and remained firm Catholics, while being respected across denominational lines. They donated 10 acres to the local Catholic Church and their status in the community is commemorated by Mary Poynton Crescent and the
By 1849, Thomas Poynton owned 132 acres on the North Shore, with 67 on Lake Pupuke, and is described as the first Pakeha farmer in the area. Poynton Retirement Village, both on what was part of their property. Mary died 15 October 1891 and Thomas 9 March 1892, and they are buried side-by-side at the Bayswater Cemetery - they were the first Catholics to be buried in that Cemetery and their well maintained headstones survive today. Their only son Edward Jervois Poynton (born in 1832) had died in early childhood and neither of their married daughters (Catherine Maria Shea and Margaret Mary McDonnell) had any children. Catherine later sold land to the Sisters of Mercy, to provide for her until her death (in 1914), which became part of the site of the Sisters of Mercy's Mount Carmel Convent from 1922, and later that of Carmel College from 1957. Waitemata Health's North Shore Hospital (opened in 1958) is also on what was part of Thomas Poynton's land. Thomas did have a brother, Jervis, who does have descendants still living today. By David Verran
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Patients have their say in further improving services at Waitemata DHB Waitemata DHB has introduced a new real-time patient feedback system that will allow it to better respond to a patient’s needs while they’re still in hospital. The Friends and Family Test, which will be carried out by patients and family members on digital tablets, will enable the DHB to monitor and respond to patient feedback about their care in hospital. The move is a marked departure from conventional patient feedback surveys, which are usually undertaken when a patient has left, or is about to leave hospital. CEO Dr Dale Bramley says the Friends and Family Test will be a key tool in recognising areas of good practice as well as in identifying areas where improvements can be made. “This is about putting patients first – the real-time feedback system allows the views of patients and their families to be heard while they’re still in hospital, providing us an additional platform to shape and deliver better services while they’re still in our care.” The Friends and Family Test is an easy-to-understand, mainly multiple-choiced questionnaire. It is modelled on a similar patient survey in the UK. The survey was piloted in the emergency department at North Shore Hospital this month, with plans for a staged roll-out to 30 different areas of North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals over the next six months. Clinical leader for quality, Dr Penny Andrew, says along with being able to directly address any deficiencies whilst a patient is in hospital, the test will also better enable the DHB to improve the consistency of care provided to all patients.
Testing times: Staff nurse Lily Thomas talks a patient through a Waitemata DHB Friends and Family Test.
“The results will let us know whether the level of service provided is particularly good or bad in certain areas of the hospital or at certain times of the day. “It will help inform us of areas for improvement, as well as celebrate and build on what’s working well.” Paper versions of the test are also available for people unable to use the digital tablets.
Hyperbaric unit further expands Waitemata DHB services
New connections: CEO Dr Dale Bramley with deputy chief of Navy Commodore Dean McDougall.
The Waitemata District Health Board now has its first national service after taking over management of the Slark Hyperbaric Unit in Devonport. The handover from the New Zealand Defence Force to the Waitemata DHB was made official in a ceremony on August 16. The service will continue to provide 24hour, seven-day-a-week access to acute hyperbaric medical treatment. The hyperbaric unit will service people with acute conditions which include decompression illnesses, air or gas embolisms and carbon monoxide poisoning. Elective conditions able to be treated in the chamber include crush injuries, exceptional blood loss, gas gangrene and thermal burns.
The handover from the New Zealand Defence Force to the Waitemata DHB was made official in a ceremony on August 16. The service will continue to provide 24hour, seven-day-a-week access to acute hyperbaric medical treatment. Comfy space: Patients in the hyperbaric chamber could be in there for a few hours at a time so it’s a good time to catch up on some reading.
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Retirement: The Poynton
‘The Poynton Crafters’
share their handiwork with the whole community Every Tuesday morning a group of The Poynton’s lady residents get together to share their love of handcrafted creations. While it’s something they’re all deeply passionate about, it also has some wonderful benefits for the wider community. The sun-drenched lounge on the first floor of The Poynton’s main building is the ‘headquarters’ for the craft group known as The Poynton Crafters. Every week they meet up, make themselves comfortable on the armchairs and couches and from then on it’s a mix of conversation, concentration and hand-to-eye coordination! Without a doubt, the social side of being in the craft group is something the women love. It’s a chance to catch up with friends – and with the boys off doing other things – they have some quality ‘girl time’. From knitting to cross stich to spinning, The Crafters put together a stunning array of creations, but it’s where they end up that is particularly satisfying for the ladies. Take the woollen squares carefully knitted by Audrey Mann, which are sent to the Red Cross, and then transformed into wonderful blankets. Then there’s Noreen Thompson who has a son who lives in Romania. Noreen knits woollen hats and sends them to Romania where they are worn by orphans. Closer to home The Crafters’ creations are picked up by charitable organisations such as ‘Grandparents raising Grandchildren’ and ‘Kidz First’, they go to neo-natal units in hospitals all over Auckland, as well as Plunket. The Crafters even sent a parcel of handmade goodies down to Christchurch following the earthquake. While The Crafters are certainly considered the craft experts, The Poynton is also putting on a village wide Craft Show where every resident is invited to participate. Along with the new creations, the show will exhibit some historical pieces that tell a
fantastic story about some of the residents’ lives. One resident will have her wedding dress from the 1950’s on display. Another resident now in her 80’s, will have a linen blanket that she started knitting while pregnant with her first child. The blanket took two years to complete, but she has held onto it ever since and that will be on display too.
The Crafters’ creations are picked up by charitable organisations such as ‘Grandparents raising Grandchildren’ and ‘Kidz First’, they go to neo-natal units in hospitals all over Auckland, as well as Plunket.. The men of the village are also getting behind the craft show – with model boats, lampshades, trinket boxes and various pieces of furniture going on show. “The response has been amazing,” says Joan Rutter. “There is a huge amount of talent among our residents and we can’t wait to see some of the treasures our residents have.” The Poynton Craft Show has an official opening on Friday 30th August and the public are welcome to attend. If you’d like to join The Poynton Crafters, you will have to move into the village, which is a win-win situation! For more information on The Poynton, please call Jan on 09 488 5711.
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Accountancy: with Matthew Bellingham, Bellingham Wallace
This month in his informative page, Matt Bellingham shares the latest news on Research and Development tax loss refunds.
Cashing in on R&D tax losses
Matt Bellingham.
We first touched on the Government’s commitment to investigate the refund of tax losses from Research and Development (R&D) expenditure back in May, as part of our 2013 Budget commentary (www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz/budget2013). I’m delighted to report that the last of the submissions were received on the 30th August and the proposal is now under review. So what exactly has been proposed and why? It all starts with the theory that New Zealand is only able to sustain higher incomes and the associated standard of living if our businesses are able to compete internationally by offering new and advantaged products and services. Innovation is therefore essential, but it requires businesses to first invest and go through a period of R&D and this isn’t a cheap exercise. As a result it can take a couple of years, sometimes more, before these businesses return a profit. Undertaking R&D is therefore a risky exercise that many emerging (or for that matter established) businesses are not willing to take. Those that do often face uncertain cash flows and this can put the entire business at risk. Compounding this are our current tax rules, which have no additional incentives for making an R&D spend, combined with the requirement of a tax loss to be carried forward and deducted against future taxable income. As a result emerging R&D intensive businesses are unable to use their tax losses in a timely fashion, or in some cases, at all, further starving them of cash. The proposal aims to give these businesses early access their R&D tax losses in an attempt to alleviate some of their capital and cash flow constraints. But to be eligible: • The business’ (and also group) R&D spend on wages and salaries must be at least 20% of the business’ total spend on wages and salaries. • The business (and also group) must be in a tax-loss position for the applicable income year. • The applicant must be a company resident in New Zealand. Look-through companies, listed companies, qualifying companies or special corporate entities are not eligible.
Limits have also been suggested. The amount of the tax loss that can be “cashed out” under the proposal will be the lesser of: • 1.5 times the company’s eligible R&D salary and wage expenditure in the relevant year; • total qualifying R&D expenditure in the relevant year; and • total tax losses in the relevant year. This will initially be capped at $140,000 and rise incrementally each year to a maximum cap on eligible losses of $2 million. However, early pay-outs would need to be paid back from the returns received if: • The business is sold (all shares). • Some of the business’ shares are sold. • Any Intellectual property is sold. Having just completed the 2013 round of judging for the Northern Region Business Excellence awards, I think that innovation in business is absolutely critical to keeping ahead of the game and developing a sustainable competitive advantage on the world stage. I also think that it was a mistake to abolish the R&D tax credits that used to be in place, and welcome the Government's display of empathy towards small ventures that are striving to be innovative. To keep updated with the progress of this proposal sign up to our newsletter by visiting www.belllinghamwallace.co.nz. The Bellingham Wallace team are ready to help and can be contacted on 09 309 7851. www.bellinghamwallace.co.nz
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Education: Peter Clague, Kristin School
Kristin School's Executive Principal, Peter Clague, challenges the culture of accepting and even admiring excessive inebriation.
Wasted
Peter Clague, Executive Principal.
I remember once hearing a story about an early contact between Australian Aboriginals and a ship of English sailors in the late 1700’s. The ship had anchored on a remote stretch of coast before reaching its final destination of Sydney, for the purpose of dispensing justice to two men on board who had committed some crime. A suitable tree was found and the men were summarily hung as punishment. A local tribe of Aboriginal people gathered to watch the proceedings with growing amazement. When it was over, they approached the European sailors and asked “Why have you wasted these men?” Today of course, that question might not have seemed all that unusual. Thanks to Hollywood, our modern culture often uses the term “wasted” to mean killed, usually violently. But to the sailors, it was an odd concept. They had simply been dispensing justice. In the eyes of the locals though, for whom every person had a contribution to make to the health of the tribe, the deliberate killing of anyone was definitely a waste of resources. No matter what they had done, why would a society deliberately squander the potential of a human being? My intention however, is not to make a case against capital punishment but rather to draw attention to another equally ironic modern meaning of the word “wasted”. That is, using the word to describe a person who is incapacitated by drugs or alcohol. Although we probably don’t think of it in those terms, excessive alcohol or drug use, particularly by young people, does indeed leave them wasted. It wastes their potential, their emotions, their chance to mature. It also wastes their financial resources, their time, and sadly sometimes, even their lives. As someone who works amongst young adults every day, I am growing sick of hearing the word “wasted” used as some sort of accolade. Next time you hear someone describing with perverse pride that they or an acquaintance got wasted, challenge them to tally up exactly what got wasted. How much money, how much memory, how much time lost to hangover and illness? Whose car, relationship, liver or sexual health was irrevocably damaged? Was what they wasted worth what they gained? Can they even remember what they got for their over-indulgence? There is nothing admirable about being wasted, the word itself is a mockery of the condition. From teenage binge drinking to politicians normalising cannabis use, to the insidious arrival of “P” and other methamphetamines, we have an ever increasing battle to stop the waste of our children. I wonder what an outside culture would make of our practice of getting so drugged or inebriated that we could not function, let alone fulfil our potential. Like those Aborigines on the coast some two hundred years ago, they would probably walk away, shaking their heads in disbelief, muttering “What a waste.”
There is nothing admirable about being wasted, the word itself is a mockery of the condition.
Talking Trusts: Tammy McLeod, Davenports
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This monthly 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 establishment and structuring of asset plans, interpretation of trust deeds, duties of trustees and the management and administration of trust funds. A key part of Tammy’s practice is reviewing existing asset holding structures to ensure they achieve the needs and requirements they were established to meet. She is also experienced in Property (Relationships) Act issues and believes that the provisions of the Act are an important consideration in personal asset planning. Tammy is a past president of the Auckland Women’s Lawyers’ Association and is a current co-convenor of the Tammy McLeod. NZICA Trust Special Interest Group.
Jenny & Tim, Bill & Mark! Jenny and Tim, together with their other brother, Bill, were beneficiaries of the trust their parents had set up twenty years ago. Their parents had subsequently died and upon their father’s death, Bill, the eldest child was appointed as a trustee to act alongside the family accountant. The trust owned a commercial property, a couple of residential properties and had some cash in the bank. For the first few years after their father died, things were ok – Jenny and Tim each received some money from the trust each year which they assumed was income from the various properties. Jenny and Tim didn’t expect that the income to the trust was that much. The interest earned on bank deposits these days was low and they had no idea how much income the properties generated. They were grateful for the wee bonus the trust paid each of them at Christmas each year. Until one day Jenny was driving past one of the trust’s properties in Forrest Hill and she noticed Bill’s son, Mark, getting into his car. Jenny hadn’t seen Mark for a while and stopped to say hello, wondering what he was doing at the trust’s property. Mark was pleased to see his aunty and told her that he was now living in the trust property with his girlfriend. He said it was great because the rent was really cheap, only $200 per week. Alarm bells went off in Jenny’s head. While she had no idea how much market rent was in the area, she knew that $200 was incredibly cheap for a house in that area. She went home and rang Tim who suggested that they ring the accountant who was the other trustee for the trust. The accountant was very cagey when Jenny rang him. He told her that he had assumed that Bill was giving Jenny and Tim information about the trust. He said she should really talk to Bill. Instead of ringing Bill, Jenny rang her lawyer. Her lawyer told her that she and Tim were entitled to see the financials to the trust and that she would request them from the accountant. Two weeks later Jenny and Tim met with Jenny’s lawyer to look at the accounts for the trust. They couldn’t believe their eyes when they saw the amount of income the trust was receiving from the commercial property it owned and the amount of money the trust had in the bank was far more they imagined. They also saw that the amounts which had been paid to Bill and his children over the years, far exceeded anything Jenny and Tim had ever received. What could Jenny and Tim do? By favouring himself and his family, Bill was clearly in breach of his trustee duties. Jenny’s lawyer advised Jenny and Tim that if talking to Bill about his failings as a trustee failed, they should make an application to the court to remove Bill and the accountant as trustees and appoint neutral trustees. To ensure you don't make similar mistakes, take advice. Contact: Tammy McLeod, Email: tammy.mcleod@davenportsharbour.co.nz or visit: www.davenportsharbour.co.nz
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Feature Interview: Martin Cooper
Martin Cooper Focused on Fostering Success and Excellence The great thing about producing a publication celebrating local business is you get to meet some neat people. Most of the people we engage with are leaders who are doing exceptional things in their businesses and inspiring the people around them. Martin Cooper, the majority owner and Managing Director of leading local real estate group Harcourts Cooper & Co is a prime example. Under Martin's leadership, since 2001, Harcourts Cooper & Co has grown from a market share of 3.4% to 32% of the market and a team of 340 people distributed across 13 offices. Martin Cooper was brought up in Queenstown. His first job was in hospitality in the deep South and that was followed by a stint as a South Island Rep for Fisher and Paykel, but he tired of all the driving and after 28 trips he threw in the towel to move into real estate in Dunedin. He has been in it ever since. In 1983 he joined Don Kindley Real Estate and completed a nine year apprenticeship in residential sales before setting up his own gig – the first Cooper & Co office. "I spent $100,000 on the fitout of that first office, which was a lot of money back then," reflected Martin. "I overdid it a bit as we ended up with big premises that were initially home to just myself, one admin person and one computer." Between 1991 and 1995 Martin Cooper grew that business from zero to a 25% share of the Dunedin market. But he was yearning for bigger things so he moved north to Auckland and the North Shore, where he has been ever since. His entry into the market was via the purchase of Vision Real Estate with offices in Birkenhead, Glenfield, Milford, Mairangi Bay, Browns Bay and Hobsonville. Martin says he arrived with high hopes but experienced quite a few setbacks through the difficult period that was the late ‘90s. In 1998 no less than 68 real estate offices closed in the Auckland region and Martin owned four of them. He rationalised to an office in Glenfield and one in Milford, and consolidated to hold the 3.4% market share by 2001. What has been achieved since that time has been very impressive. There are now 13 residential real estate offices with 1400 properties
under management, plus the NAI Harcourts commercial real estate operation in Takapuna. I had never met Martin Cooper prior to interviewing him for this article at his Milford office. But what I had heard about him had impressed me and he has done a fantastic job of making his Harcourts Cooper & Co brand part of the North Shore community. Being involved in the community is something he is clearly passionate about, as Harcourts Cooper & Co seem to be involved in just about everything. "That's where we do business, in the local community, so we have a strong North Shore focus," said Martin when asked the question about the connection with the community. "At last count we have over 170 schools, clubs and community groups that we are involved with. Where possible we try to ensure members of our team are involved with these entities as well. It is an enjoyable part of this business which is really about people more than property." So why has Martin Cooper been so successful in what is a very competitive business sector? "I have a good attention to detail and have things pretty organised. I back myself to make good decisions. Good systems are hugely important and I place a big emphasis on the customer experience, being innovative in terms of technology and bringing new ideas to the industry. I have a pretty simple philosophy as a leader, which is to provide an environment for all members of my team to achieve success and excellence. I concentrate on providing the very best in offices, administration, management and technology. Having one leadership team makes things easier as well." "I also get a thrill out of the success achieved by members of our team, with Matty Ma of our Albany office being a prime example. Matty came to New Zealand from Northern China 15 years ago and is now the top residential agent for the entire country and is number one for Harcourts internationally." "Innovation also plays a part in our success. We have the very best team of auctioneers and we concentrate on conducting onsite auctions, while most of our competitors have central auctions. I believe this approach to auctions offers greater success. Just this past weekend we held 22 onsite auctions with 20 of those properties selling under the hammer." "We are big on training and staff development, running close to 50 of our own training sessions a year and we are fortunate to have the Harcourts group training on top of this." Martin Cooper has become a fan of highly sought-after international motivational speaker Robin Banks, who is one of the world’s leading authorities on the subject of Mind Power and Personal Mastery. Martin had a good number of his team attend a Robin Banks session at the Bruce Mason Centre in Takapuna in June and was thrilled by the results. "It all really comes down to the realisation that what you dwell on grows and
Martin Cooper.
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Martin Cooper.
Martin Cooper in action.
your perception is your reality," explains Martin. "Robin spoke at a Harcourts conference and I just knew he would be good for members of my team. So I brought him to the Bruce Mason Centre and he did a session for just about our entire team and quite a few others, and it made an impression. He made a profound difference to their thinking, with one of my team who had been a little in the doldrums going on to list nine properties in just nine days after being motivated by Robin's techniques. Robin's all about affirmations and self belief and getting rid of that little voice that is telling you those negative things. Most of us have experienced it when we are stepping up to whack a golf ball with a whole lot of people looking on. This thinking is holding a large proportion of us back in our everyday lives." "It is great that he is coming back in October to present at Massey University. I'm sending 100 of my people along and it is open to others to attend as well. Believe me, it will be money well spent." (see inset piece).
I have a pretty simple philosophy as a leader, which is to provide an environment for all members of my team to achieve success and excellence. I concentrate on providing the very best in offices, administration, management and technology. So what does Martin Cooper love about the North Shore? "The real sense of community. We have a very welcoming community with most people having moved here from somewhere else at some stage. You can't beat the lifestyle either. We are spoilt being surrounded by water and it is a great place to bring up children with great schools and universities. We are also really close to the city without all the hustle and bustle. I love the fact our economy is growing as that's good for our business. Mayor Len Brown tells us that the population is due to double and if he is right, that will make for real estate heaven!" What does Martin Cooper feel the North Shore can do better? "We can do much better with our architecture and the development of our
public spaces. I would also like to see more ferries, with wharves at Browns Bay and Takapuna. How good would that be?" How does Martin Cooper relax? "I have a paddle board and love to get out on the water as much as I can. I also enjoy mountain biking and road cycling. I'm not really into sitting still and reading. I find that paddling or cycling gives me time to relax and catch up with my thoughts." Any predictions for the real estate market over the next two to five years? "I believe there is lots of opportunity coming in real estate. We recently surveyed our last 150 sales and 47% of these were to first home buyers and investors who continue to fuel the market. There are also lots of buyers trading up. It is a good sign as well when only a handful of the 1400 properties that we have under management are empty. The demand on the Shore is very strong and I see this continuing for the next few years, with the positive immigration flow also being good for the market. This is good because when the property market is going well, money tends to go round a bit more and go into purchases like vehicles, home improvement and holidays."
Robin Banks – Mind Power Courses in Albany in October Tuesday 15 October; Tuesday 22 October; Tuesday 29 October; Wednesday 6 November Sir Neil Walters Auditorium, Massey University Albany Campus, 6pm for 6.30pm - 10.30pm. The October Mind Power course in Albany came about when businessman Martin Cooper of Harcourts Cooper & Co saw how it would benefit his company for his team to be all Mind Powering. Martin has already seen the results from the members of his team having attended the Mind Power course held in June. We live in the most technologically advanced society that mankind has ever known, yet we remain in ignorance of the most powerful laws that govern our lives. Mind Power is a practice based on scientific principles! It is said that we think well over 50,000 thoughts a day. How many of these thoughts are creative, how many are productive and how many of them are consciously inserted by us? The Mind Power course has been designed to awaken the powers of the mind. By studying and observing your conscious and subconscious mind, as well as mastering your power of thought, you consciously create your life. If you want to make changes in your life, you must look to the cause. Change the way you are thinking! The Mind Power course is offered over four weeks, one session per week consecutively. Session One: Thoughts are real forces! Session Two: Who’s in control? Session Three: Clarity is power! Session Four: Creating a new reality!
To book visit: www.rockyourlifeevents.com Robin Banks.
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Legally Speaking with Schnauer and Co
Legal implications for bank lending restrictions
Nick Kearney.
Nick Kearney is an Associate with Schnauer & Co. Limited in Milford. NKearney@schnauer.com www.schnauer.com
The Reserve Bank has announced that from 1 October, banks will be subject to restrictions on high loan-to-value ratio (LVR) housing mortgage loans. They will be required to restrict new residential mortgage lending at LVRs of over 80 percent to no more than 10 percent of the dollar value of their new housing lending flows. If a bank’s new home lending book is one hundred million dollars, then no more than ten million can be at greater than 80 percent under the new rules. A LVR means if a property is valued at $100,000, an 80 percent restriction means the bank cannot lend more than $80,000 against it. Presently, some banks go to 95 percent, depending on the type of property and the nature of the borrowers. Those relatively high LVR thresholds are going to be tested under the new regime. What might this mean for ordinary folk? The restriction has come to try and curb out of control house prices. But the problem is really only exacerbated in Auckland, and to an extent in Christchurch. Both cities have supply issues, yet these restrictions address the demand side. Recent figures show the median price for Auckland at $670,000. That means the median deposit now required will be $140,000. Presently, some of that comes from Kiwisaver contributions, and that is not expected to change from 1 October. But it is expected second-tier lenders and families will need to contribute to the initial contribution/deposit. Or, sellers may leave money in the property for a few years, which won’t be common. For family members lending money to sons and daughters, various issues will arise. Gift duty is now abolished, so any amount of money can be given without tax liability. But once it is given, it is gone and unable to be recovered.
Established in 1988, Schnauer and Co is a well established boutique law firm located on the North Shore. Our expertise lies in the following areas of the law: • Relationship Property and Family Law • Trusts/Asset Protection and Estate Planning • Property • Commercial
If a young couple are the recipients, and the relationship doesn’t last, it is possible half of the gift could go to the other party at separation. For this reason, it might be better for parents, if they do assist their children, record it as a loan, rather than a gift. Whether it is a loan or a gift, the bank lender will need to know of the arrangement. Because a gift doesn’t need to be repaid, that will be beneficial to the parties. But a loan might make it problematic for all concerned, depending on the loan repayment requirements, if any. A related issue is whether that second loan is to be secured against the property by way of a second mortgage, registered or unregistered. Again, the bank lender is going to be very interested in this information. Mortgage lenders, if more than one, are allowed to arrange their affairs in a way that regulates who gets how much money in the event of enforcement. These are called priority arrangements. These could come into play a lot more under the new restrictions. And what about second tier lenders? The global financial crisis saw a lot of these lenders disappear, and a lot are still yet to resurrect. They ordinarily charge much higher interest rates, making loan repayments more difficult for first home buyers already facing high entry levels in Auckland. They certainly will want their loan secured against the property. Proper legal advice from the outset will assist all parties under these new arrangements. Visit: www.schnauer.com
At Schnauer and Co we: • Deliver first class quality legal advice. • Build close relationships with our clients. • Provide practical and sensible advice. • Avoid excessive delegation by providing personal service. • Avoid a “make-work” approach by delivering advice only when it is truly needed, and when it will add value. • Charge reasonably and in proportion to the value our advice has added.
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Jimmy O’Brien, Colliers International North Shore and John Bowring, Australasian auction manager at Colliers International
Jimmy O’Brien.
John Bowring.
Bigger properties going under the hammer as participants wise up The successful sale of higher-value commercial properties at auction in the past 12 months is the result of efforts by both vendors and purchasers to become better educated in the process. In the past couple of years we have observed property owners and buyers becoming increasingly aware of the benefits of transacting property via auction. As a result, it has become a more widely used method for large as well as small properties. While there was previously a degree of reluctance among purchasers to participate in auctions of higher-value properties, this is changing, helped by vendors upskilling on auction selling. Vendors are now realising that in order to achieve a successful outcome selling commercial properties at auction, they must do more to help facilitate the process, including making due diligence material readily available to potential buyers, so that they can do their due diligence quickly, at minimal cost, and be unconditional on auction day. So it’s been an education process for both vendors and purchasers. Colliers International’s North Shore office has concluded several commercial property investment sales at over $2.5m via the auction process in the past year. These transactions include: • The ASB Bank property in Orewa, sold for $2.9m last month • The New Shoots Sunnynook childcare centre property at 20-28 Tonkin Dr, sold for $2.55m in July • A multi-tenanted property at 15L Mercari Way, Albany, sold for $3.43m in December 2012 • The New World Milford property at 141 Kitchener Rd, sold for $4.6m in November 2012 • A multi-tenanted property, occupied by a Z service station and other tenants at 232 State Highway 17, Albany, sold for $4.325m in October 2012. The successful sales of these investment properties are great examples of the auction process doing its work – helped, of course, by the fact that they were all excellent products with desirable fundamentals. While all the above properties were sold under the hammer on auction day, we often see properties offered under auction campaigns sold pre-auction, or after the auction following negotiation with the highest bidder. Offering properties to the market under auction sale campaigns can often create a degree of tension in the market, resulting in sales being concluded before auction day. Prospective buyers who do not wish to participate in the auction are thus encouraged to act quickly, putting in a good offer before the auction date to secure their purchase. This illustrates the fact that rather than being solely centred around the auction event itself, auctions can be most successful when they are treated as campaigns which span a number of weeks. Auctions are a process and a powerful sales tool, with vendors being able to sell before or after the auction date. Likewise, where reserves are not met in the auction room, we can work with
bidders post-auction to reach an acceptable price for all parties, with the vendor comfortable in the knowledge that bidders are already unconditional. One of the key benefits for vendors of the auction process – when selling properties at all price points – is that the auction process delivers unconditional buyers on the day. Vendors know that when selling a property at auction, they will be presented with unconditional purchasers, compared with other methods where they may only receive conditional offers on the deadline date. Auctions also give purchasers confidence in making bids, knowing that the market price of the property will be set in a transparent environment. With tenders or private treaty campaigns, purchasers are kept in the dark about the price level of other offers. In the auction room, there is 100% clarity. Colliers International North Shore is to maintain momentum in taking highervalue properties to auction, where excellent results can be attained. There is no reason why properties of even higher value than these recent sales can not be sold through the auction process. Any stock that has good tenant covenant and lease terms can gain a good price at auction. The methodology works for a great number of properties – large or small. Colliers International’s New Zealand auction division has grown significantly; from conducting around 40 auctions a year at launch in late 2009 to a projected total of over 250 in 2013.
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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.
Simon Gundry.
Will the mystery of the Boeing float planes ever be solved? As a young boy growing up in Devonport, with parents who were both journalists and bringing up a young family, they rented a house off a local Reverend for many years before they could afford to buy their own home. They bought an old house near King’s Store for the lordly sum of 5000 pounds. Devonport in the late 50’s and early 60’s was a wonderful place to live. The house my parents rented was on the side of Mt Victoria and the whole mountain was a playground for all the local kids. In those days the Devonport Borough Council farmed Mt Victoria, and while we were exploring the mountain, we’d also round up the sheep and herd them, pretending we were high country farmers from Molesworth Station in the South Island. Another playground was North Head. The war was over by some 12-15 years by the time we started to explore the mountain, barbed wire was still left encircling the summit and running out onto the rocky peninsular between Cheltenham Beach and Marp Bay. We had to crawl our way through barbed wire to make our way into the inner sanctum of the defence area, and the endless tunnels we had the opportunity to explore. Again, the Devonport Borough Council had sheep on the mountain to try and keep the vegetation down. It was indeed a dangerous scenario for kids, with the endless tunnels to explore, barbed wire, and many dead sheep down the bottom of the tunnel shafts that descended their way into the bowels of North Head. The whole summit was overgrown with milkweed plant. Thousands of broken beer bottles littered the paths and tunnels, left by the bodgies and widgies of those days. It was quite scary for a young boy. My parents told us we were never allowed down the tunnels, but of course they never knew. I see recently, it has again come to light that someone is trying to explore the opportunity of digging down into North Head to find the Boeing float planes supposedly left there after World War I; left buried still in their packing cases. There seems to have been a big cloud of evasion by the Department of Conservation with regards to this. Exploring the tunnels in the 21st century is certainly not as exciting as it was in the 50’s and 60’s, as so many of them have been concreted up to stop people getting into the bowels of the mountain. I believe there is more to it than this; I believe there is so many more hundreds of metres of tunnels people can’t get to these days. I remember climbing down sheer vertical ladders, especially behind the big gun, facing south, where now you can only walk through politically correct and “shadow of their former glory” tunnels. In the late 60’s somebody had the bright idea of having a mushroom farm in the northern group of tunnels, which worked very well for a time. I know quite well, that from the mushroom farm there also was a way to climb down vertical shafts to reach tunnels well below the levels of the tunnels you can go through
today. The entrances to these tunnels have been concreted up and hidden away for maybe all time. So the mystery of the Boeing Float planes may never be solved. Maybe, given the right opportunity and with the cooperation of the Department of Conservation, this mystery could be solved by allowing people to quietly explore the possibilities using modern technology, to explore the same tunnels as we did in the 1950’s and 60’s. It was very interesting to note in the final wash up according to Council, of my favourite little bugbear - the volleyball court at Narrowneck Beach, the final costings have come through and they read as follows: The construction of the court came in $2,000 under budget at $26,000 and of that $12,000 went towards the actual construction of the volleyball court. $6,700 went toward Resource Consent, $3000 towards Professional Services and $3800 towards Project Management. So basically you can see that nearly 50% of all projects in our area are taken up by resource consents, professional
I see recently, it has again come to light that someone is trying to explore the opportunity of digging down into North Head to find the Boeing float planes supposedly left there after World War I; left buried still in their packing cases. services and project management, which is ridiculous – for goodness’ sake, when are we going to get someone to sort this rubbish out? I see the Local Body Elections are coming up, let’s get together and vote for some integrity and common sense in our Council. We can’t moan if we don’t vote, so let’s get behind the candidates for our local body election and get them onto Council. Again, I say we must be vigilant about what is going on in our local community. I see the Ports of Auckland proposal for a huge harbour grab is still bubbling away, and we must make it clear that this should never happen. This is not just a Devonport or North Shore problem, but one which affects our whole City. I’m so looking forward to Spring time, seeing the daffodils and freesias come out and sensing a change in the air as we come out of winter. See you next month.
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Land Glorious Land – The Ultimate Prize!
For Sale: 54 Aberdeen Road, Campbells Bay
Nadja Court of Barfoot and Thompson Mairangi Bay is marketing this gem. One of the very last – a premium 1449 square metre freehold site and weatherboard home in Aberdeen Road, Campbells Bay. These are as rare as hen's teeth. This is the ultimate coastal opportunity – so sought after and dreamed about – the one you have been waiting for. Bordering beautiful Centennial Park in coveted Campbells Bay, this sun drenched, north facing property is one of a kind. The same family have owned it for years and years. It is full of cherished memories. The children have grown up here, played at the park, hit golf balls, climbed trees – had some truly great times. But it's now time for another family to create their own vision. Properties bordering the park are tightly held and highly prized, especially one so large that offers so many options. There are numerous development opportunities for visionary buyers. Create your own luxurious estate with tennis court and swimming pool, or subdivide, or land bank and invest in prime real estate – or just enjoy the space and position that is second to none. The property is also in the zone for excellent schools, including renowned Campbells Bay Primary as well as Westlake Boys and Girls Secondary Schools. The golf and tennis clubs are also so close and just a short distance away is both Campbells Bay and Castor Bay beaches. This is a property for the discerning and an opportunity not to be missed!
These are as rare as hen's teeth. This is the ultimate coastal opportunity – so sought after and dreamed about – the one you have been waiting for. FOR SALE
54 Aberdeen Road, Campbells Bay View: Phone for viewing times View property onlIne: www.barfoot.co.nz/504002 For further information contact: Nadja Court, Barfoot & Thompson, Mairangi Bay M: 021-777-690 or 478-9089 e: n.court@barfoot.co.nz Number 1 Salesperson, Barfoot & Thompson Companywide from 2011-2013
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Channel Feature Property with Andrew Dorreen, Precision Real Estate
Channel M agazine would like to congratu late Andrew Dor reen
Over $100 million in Sales Au gust 2012 – August 20 13. An Outstan ding achievemen t!
Balinese Masonry Sanctuary 13 Brett Avenue Takapuna 13 Brett Avenue in Takapuna, just three houses back from the beach, has been stunningly rebuilt to showcase the incredible Balinese-style home presented today. The location, coupled with the elegant yet liveable family setting, make this a true lifestyle masterpiece. The owners worked with a small team of experts to make their dream a reality, with the project spearheaded by renowned architect Julian Guthrie. The visionary designer worked with Castor Bay Builders and oversaw the project from start to finish to create the tranquil, yet supremely luxurious sanctuary by the sea. Brett Ave is one of Auckland’s most valuable streets, with Hurstmere Road at one end and the golden shores of the bay at the other. The prestigious position is within walking distance to the cafes, culture, bars, restaurants and shopping of both Takapuna and Milford, and the CBD is an easy commute. The 1080m2 site has been expertly utilised, with the 460m2 residence at the front, making way for the expansive, resort-style swimming pool and alfresco entertaining complex at the rear. Separate garages and driveways are found on either side of the front entrance, where the electric, solid wooden front gate design is replicated in the larger front door. The superior attention to detail is evident at every turn, with purpose-built, bespoke fittings and finishes found inside and out, and the home was the recipient of the Supreme Award for Joinery at the Master Builders Awards in 2011. Dark American Oak floors were roasted for hardiness, and are offset by the earthy colour palette and generous stud height in the central, entry level living space. The formal lounge and dining areas are separated by bifold, wooden lattice-work dividers, while the open-plan, more casual living area has a feature gas fireplace. The kitchen has a large, single slab of granite as the island bench, as well as a scullery, and top-of-the-line appliances. In-keeping with the Balinese theme, the media room is a like a large pavilion, with soaring wooden ceilings. Bifold doors flow out to the Indian sandstone terrace, which steps down to the glassfenced in-ground swimming pool, cabana and professionally-landscaped lawn and tropical gardens. The separate loggia has moving Canadian Cedar shutter walls and automatic louvers overhead to adjust according to the weather, and is the perfect place for all-season entertaining. There are five bedrooms located throughout, one downstairs, and the other four up, as well as four Italian-tiled bathrooms (two are ensuites). The master retreat is in a class of its own – a huge suite with a balcony capturing sea views, a sumptuous bathroom and a specifically-designed dressing room that will impress fashionistas. A shining example of excellence in architectural design and building craftsmanship, this is resort-style living in an avidly sought-after location.
Andrew Dorreen | Precision Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008
Email: andrew@precision.net.nz | Phone: 021 747 334 | www.precision.net.nz
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33 Killarny Street , Takapuna
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Contact Andrew Dorreen for further information about these spectacular real estate offerings. Andrew Dorreen specialises in the top end of the market so contact him if you want to sell your special home or are in the market to purchase. Contact the agent who achieves exceptional results and does so with integrity.
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Local Real Estate: The Rosies – The Power of Two By Real Estate Duo Rosie Houghton & Rose Arnott of Prestige Real Estate – Both local identities in the Takapuna community.
Spring is in the air If you want to sell your home this spring, prepare for pent up buyer demand. Spring might be a livelier home selling season this year because home buyers want to act before interest rates begin to rise or home prices rise even further. Even so, buyers insist on good deals. In a sellers' market where supply of homes for sale can`t meet buyer demands, the over priced homes are at a disadvantage. We are seeing competing offers for some homes; but homes with too-high asking price aren’t selling at all. There are three things that sell a home in any season, location, condition, and price. If one of these three isn’t good, your home may not sell. Usually buyers decide within 60 seconds of seeing a house whether they want to consider buying it. So to help you along with presenting your home to its very best, here are some spring time tips from Rosie and Rose: We recommend trimming trees and bushes, so buyers can see the house, water blast driveways, pathways, patio areas and decks. Soft wash the house and clean the gutters too. We also recommend cleaning and painting the front door as this is where buyers linger while waiting for the agent to get the lockbox key, and on open home days this is where you take your shoes off, so you want to make this area welcoming and appealing. Add some colourful flowers, and clean the windows inside and out. Mirrors inside should sparkle as well so that they reflect the light. Clear the garden of weeds and clutter - like small
pots etc. Mow the lawn diagonally as this makes the lawn look bigger and trim the edges. Inside, go through all of the furniture and closetseliminate clutter and then go back and do it again, it can be helpful to have a separate pair of eyes, ask a friend or family member, or Rose and Rosie as we give plenty of recommendations in this area. You want your closets to look spacious so pare it down to the minimum, pack everything up you want to keep and store in a storage unit while your house is for sale. You want your home to look spacious. If you have any dark areas in the house get rid of clutter in those areas and paint in a lighter colour and reflect the colour with mirrors and lighting. If you have a pet, clean the carpet and drapes or curtains to get rid of any pet odour smell which you don’t realise you have when living in the house day to day. Open windows before the open homes. If you know a building inspector is going to find something wrong with house, go ahead and fix it first. Get an electrician and plumber to do checks and give signs offs that everything is ok. If you haven’t maintained your home you might want to get an inspector in yourself before the house goes on the market, so that you can make appropriate repairs before you try and sell it. Invariably buyers will ask you to pay more to fix a problem than what it would probably cost you if you were to do. Even though prices are rising in some areas, sellers need to be reasonable and compare their home to similar homes that have sold recently in their area. Buyers today are savvy shoppers. Overpriced homes
that don’t sell at auction and stay on the market for 90-120 days are difficult to sell. To sell your home this spring we will make sure the best photos, virtual tour and vibrant description are widely available on the best real estate websites, like trade me.co.nz and real estate. co.nz, along with our own prestige real estate website. More buyers are using mobile phones and tablets to search for homes, so marketing material should be easy to navigate from those devices as well. Rosie and Rose start marketing the moment we have a signed listing agreement. We prepare the marketing material immediately and then when the home is ready we hit the market in full force, onto websites and property press. We also utilise our own social media sites and encourage our sellers to put onto theirs as well. You may not know that Prestige Real Estate Int. has a highly commended award for Best Agency Website NZ and is The Best Agency in Marketing in NZ, and the whole of Asia Pacific, voted at the Asia Pacific Awards for the last four years in a row 2010-2014. Visit our website prestigerealty.co.nz to find out more. Why not experience the prestige difference and give Rosie and Rosie a call for a non obligation appraisal of your home. Let us help you make your next move. Rosie Houghton 021623952, Email: rosie@ prestigerealty.co.nz or Rose Arnott 021876333, Email: rose.arnott@prestigerealty.co.nz.
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