Gain from roadworks pain not far off

The roadworks underway on and around Victoria Rd are continuing to attract adverse comment.

People living on streets affected by the traffic diversions have been inconvenienced, and many others still question why the changes are needed.

These responses are understandable. There’s been a lot of noise and traffic disruption, and it’s not finished yet.

The changes are not unique to Devonport. They’re a citywide response to increasing numbers of serious injuries affecting people walking, cycling and scooting to public transport and travelling around the city.

Living on Kerr St and cycling around the village has made me aware that contracting crews work around the clock and in all weathers. Many live on the edge of Auckland and have long commutes to and from contractors’ depots before and after work.

Their work is not just about improving road safety, but also upgrading street drainage. They’ve been amazingly positive in our conversations about the long hours working in the cold, wind and rain, and say they’re focused on meeting tight deadlines for the project.

I’ve met people fed up by the road changes, who also mention they find crossing village roads so dicey they’re reluctant to come shopping.

Parents and grandparents bringing young

Progress... Workers laying concrete for a new crossing at the eastern end of Calliope Rd

children to watch machines delivering and pumping concrete, and digging up and moving heavy loads, also express relief the changes will make trips to school safer.

I’m already noticing vehicles slowing for the new raised crossing just up from the Calliope Rd intersection.

We have a bit more pain to bear before the works are completed. Here’s hoping we’ll all benefit as people arriving in the village by bus to join others walking, scooting and cycling on and around Victoria Rd feel safer and more welcome.

Barbara Cuthbert

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House News

Thank you to everyone who came and celebrated Matariki with us at the House and around the peninsula We really enjoyed making lanterns, sharing a hangi and putting on a Matariki Tamariki day this year Thank you to Auckland Foundation for their funding support. Thanks to our volunteers, DCH team and committee members for all your help A huge thank you to Māreikura Terehia for your guidance, hard work and for helping bring the community together for this special time of year

The term three schedule has started and we are really enjoying all our regular and new faces back in the house! Make sure you check out our website for updates and current information

We have some working bees coming up in the House in August If you could spare some time and help out, then please get in touch Email rixt@devonportcomhouse co nz Ngā mihi nui, Devonport Community House Team www devonportcomhouse com

What's happening?

Digital Help

Every Friday 10 30 am-12 pm

Free service and no booking is required, just bring your device and our specialist team is here to help you.

Newcomers Meet-Up

Every Thursday 9.30 am-10.30 am

Our weekly House meet-up for our newcomers to connect with fellow newcomers, share experiences and learn about our community. Anyone welcome Tea and coffee provided

Events

Parakai Hot Pools Seniors Trip

Monday 9 August

The Devonport Community House is always trying to encourage good wellbeing and mental health within our community Contact rixt@devonportcomhouse co nz

Island Interiors is proud to support Devonport Community House Ph: 09 445 6667 islandinteriors.co.nz

Death Notice

Petford, Lesley Margaret (Lovely Lesley) Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 19 July 2023 after a brave and courageous battle with cancer. Loved mother of Richard and Anna; motherin-law of Hannah and Nick; and a kind, thoughtful, proud and supportive Gran/Granny-Panny of Luke, Jacob, Jonty and Hugo. Lesley touched the hearts of so many and will be particularly missed by her loyal circle of friends. Please join with family and friends to celebrate Lovely Lesley’s life at Milford Cruising Club, 24 Craig Road, Milford on Friday 28 July 2023, 1.30pm.

Services Offered

FixIT Handyman - excellent work, practical budget, most jobs welcome, interior/exterior free quote. Josh 021 261 8322.

Services Offered

Need someone to feed your cat and other pets at your home while you’re away? I love animals and would love to help you! I am 12 years old and live in Devonport. I charge $10 per visit. If you want me to visit twice a day, it will be $15 a day. Each visit I feed your pet and can play with them for about 10 minutes each visit if they are comfortable with me. Devonport only please! Text/call: 021-270-7677. Section Services. All tree work & section tidy ups. Insured. 027 222 1223.

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Pass on your wisdom to children. Teach chess! Training provided. Own transport reqd. Phone Paul at Chess Power on 021 0271 5577 or email paul@ chesspower.co.nz.

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Local Board Decision

Regrettably, on Tuesday 18th, the Devonport Takapuna Local Board confirmed its plan to cease funding Devonport Peninsula Trust, in favour of a Community Activator position based at Devonport Community House. Thanks go to all of those people who spoke up for the Trust before and during the Local Board meeting, asking for a reconsideration of the Local Board’s intentions, but it was not to be. The Trust Board is now having to make decisions on the future of the Trust. It is possible that it will have to be wound up.

Matariki Lantern Making

We had two fantastic lantern-making workshops during Matariki - one at the Community House, and one at the Navy Museum. Both were really great occasions, and everyone, the staff at both, and two wonderful volunteers at the Community House, worked full-on to help children and parents to produce beautiful lanterns. Here are the lantern makers at the Navy Museum.

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Hau Kapua Kapa Haka R Pu On Stage

The ro - pu performed admirably on Saturday evening. Ma - reikura

Terehia Walker and Manukura Ngahiwi

Victoria Rd - Central Devonport House share; exclusive use of part of a sunny, light, quiet house.

1 x living/kitchen, 1x large bedroom

1x large bathroom - separate bath and shower plenty of storage cupboards

Own private entry and garden.

1x Off street parking space

$600 per week - includes power/water/internet costs No pets / No smoking /Best suited for a quiet couple or single PH ADRIENNE 021 0200 7473

Walker had led the group with skill and aroha, through the waiata, haka, reo, and tikanga. It was amazing to have that happen in Devonport. Well done everyone.

EVENTS YET TO COMEALL AT DEPOTARTSPACE

Friday 28th at 6:30 pm - Artists Panel Talk.

Saturday 29th 11 am - Kiriana O’ConnellBeginners Weaving Workshop

Saturday 29th 1:30 pm - Judy HendersonMa - ori Medicine and Rongoa - Workshop