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Mt Cambria Reserve (above) provides plenty of rolling green space, ideal for canines to meet and play Chris Wheatley (right) gets the dogs excited with a game of fetch, while (below) Jill Mayo with Bosley, and David Noon with Joy, praise the animals’ efforts
Noon said having the social network meant dogs didn’t have to go to kennels when people went on holidays, because friends made at the weekly sessions were often happy to help out.
Mayo said other postives of the gatherings was that people learned how to approach dogs and dogs learned how to socialise with each. “One important thing is remembering to pick up the poos,” she added.
Robert Weber has been looking after a couple of one-year-old labradors named Inka and Skila. When Skila did not pass her final training as a guide dog, Weber signed up to adopt her.
Vaile said it was not uncommon for labradors to fail their guide-dog training but many of them got adopted by their volunteer raisers.
Bayswater resident Helen Ryan has been fostering labrador puppies for a few years now. “We get them when they are about eight weeks old and look after them for a year before they go into training,” she explained. Her current charge is Fern, who looks likely to pass in the guide-puppy programme.
Tania Young adopted her labrador, Flow, after she was withdrawn from the training programme and says: “The group has expanded to more than just labradors and has become a really nice community for people who love their dogs.”
NEW LISTING
Devonport 71 Vauxhall Road
Villa Cambria - spacious villa and income
Occupying an iconic 936sqm corner site within easy walking distance of the Vauxhall village cafes and Cheltenham Beach, Villa Cambria celebrates a very rare and utterly enticing combination of heritage charm, along with a recently-built, beautifully-finished, fully legal garden cottage big enough to permanently accommodate extended family, or be offered as rental accommodation. Originally crafted in 1904, the traditional Kauri villa boasts five double bedrooms and five bathrooms which allowed it to be utilised as an award-winning B&B by the current owners for 15 years. Today it makes the perfect family home with plenty of space to be together or escape from each other for a bit of peace and the large flat sun-drenched garden is crying out for a pool.
bayleys.co.nz/1470416
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Auction (unless sold prior) 1.30pm, Thu 11 Feb 2021 28 Northcroft Street, Takapuna View Sat/Sun 12-12.45pm or by appointment Linda Simmons 027 459 0957 linda.simmons@bayleys.co.nz
BAYLEYS REAL ESTATE LTD, DEVONPORT, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008
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Devonport 21B and 21C King Edward Parade
Family oasis with harbour views on 1,226sqm
It is nigh on impossible to find such a large land-holding so close to the village, never mind one with spectacular harbour views, a large and stylishly renovated family home, plenty of garden and a sundrenched pool. Enjoying an elevated position above iconic King Edward Parade, this family oasis offers you a unique opportunity on this sought-after street. Comprising a colossal 1226sqm on two separate titles, the sprawling property’s aspect means it is flooded with sun and light, with landscaped grounds and tropical swimming pool complex with flat lawns offering extraordinary space for family relaxing and entertaining. The original 1920s bungalow was completely rebuilt less than 20 years ago, masterfully transforming it into the three-level modern masterpiece seen today.
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Set Sale Date (unless sold prior) 4pm, Wed 24 Feb 2021 83 Victoria Road, Devonport Phone for viewing times Linda Simmons 027 459 0957 linda.simmons@bayleys.co.nz
BAYLEYS REAL ESTATE LTD, DEVONPORT, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008
