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Wheels keep turning for car fundraiser A Spinathon held recently to raise money for disabled Stanmore Bay man Mark Tainui has raised over $8600. But more assistance is needed to help Mark, who suffered a stroke seven years ago, maintain his independence. Since the stroke Mark has been working hard, learning how to speak and walk again. His rehabilitation includes strength work at Anytime Fitness gym in Whangaparāoa. When Mark could not afford to replace his car after it developed serious mechanical issues, the gym organised the Spinathon, hoping to raise enough for another vehicle. Mark’s car is key to an independent life – especially when it comes to being there for his children (HM July 1). More than 60 people were sponsored to take turns to keep the wheels of two stationary bikes spinning from Friday, July 2 at 1pm until Sunday, July 4 at 1pm. The ride was the equivalent of cycling a distance of more than 2166km. Gym members were key supporters, but a large number of people from the wider community also took part. The youngest rider was 14 and the oldest was 83-year-old Colin Wilson. The record for staying on the bike the longest was gym member Craig Elliot, who rode for a total of eight hours. He said that his effort was nothing compared with what Mark has to go through every day. Co-organisers of the Spinathon, gym managers Myra Rogers and Treena Fry, say the next step will be to see if ACC or a charitable trust can help with any more funding before they look for a car for Mark. Another option is to find a local car sales business that is able to give them a good deal by reducing the cost of a suitable vehicle. “Mark and the Anytime Fitness Team would like to thank everyone who participated in the Spinathon and all those who donated money to the cause,” Myra says. “Mark is blown away with the support that he has received. Let’s hope we can get it to the finish line for him.” Info: The Givealittle page for this fundraiser has closed. However, if you can help in any way, email whangaparaoa@ anytimefitness.co.nz, or phone/txt 021 222 3858.

A total of 64 Coasties got on stationary bikes to take part in a 48-hour charity Spinathon this month.

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More stoats found at sanctuary The hunt for stoats at Shakespear Open Sanctuary continues, with further success in recent weeks. A pregnant female stoat got into the wildlife sanctuary at the end of Whangaparāoa Peninsula last spring and gave birth, resulting in the biggest challenge to face the open sanctuary since it opened a decade ago. By April, five stoats had been caught and early this month one female was trapped live and another found dead in a trap. Open sanctuaries senior ranger Matt Maitland says the two sites where the stoats were found are about 500m apart. “Their weights suggest they are from the litter, not the original mother,” he says. “A backlog with the DNA lab means we do not yet know for sure how our various captured stoats are related.” He says the female recently caught alive had been slowly habituated to the trap tools. “Using the thermal imaging camera we could see her gaining confidence and this method has paid off. We have been working continuously since we reported our last captures in May and this has now borne fruit.” Rangers are unable to be sure exactly how many stoats remain in the open sanctuary, but believe the initial female is still at large.

“The science of known litter size indicated we were chasing up to 11 young. So far we have caught seven. We know that at least one remains as it has been spotted on a thermal camera investigating the site where the latest female was caught. This informs our next steps and gives us a head start on where to target this next animal.” Matt says there is genuine excitement that progress is being made, tempered with healthy realism about the task still ahead. Stoats are a major threat to all birds, especially species that spend time on, or near, the ground such as saddlebacks (tieke), kiwi and stitchbirds (hihi). The impact on Shakespear’s saddleback population is already being felt. Volunteers expected to find around 100 birds in a tieke survey in March, but found only 30, which Matt says is likely to be because of stoats. The sanctuary is also home to a growing population of little spotted kiwi – a species that never gets large and strong enough to fend off a stoat. Investigations within the sanctuary revealed a number of sites where stoats keep birds they have killed to consume later. The sites included dead kereru, tui and bellbirds. Backstories www.localmatters.co.nz May 5 and May 19, 2021

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Deal sees Council wrest control of Hammerhead

A deal between Auckland Council and Gulf Harbour Investments (GHIL) has removed the threat of a commercial ‘right to lease’ over the Hammerhead land at the end of Gulf Harbour marina, enabling greater investment in the public recreation and transport hub. The ‘right to lease’, held by GHIL but never actually taken up, has been an ongoing sore point for decades. Since Rodney District Council days, there has been strong opposition to losing public control over the land, and stories in this newspaper to alert residents to proposals discussed under a cloak of confidentiality. The solution resulted from an Auckland-wide campaign to stop the sale of Council-owned marinas, including Gulf Harbour, and Council’s subsequent development of a regionwide marina strategy. Last month, Council’s property arm, Panuku Development, confirmed to the local board that the deal agreed between the parties involves GHIL pre-paying its rent for the marina land through to the end of its lease in 2088. Some of that money was then used by Panuku to purchase GHIL’s ‘right to lease’ over the Hammerhead. The agreement is seen as a massive win for local councillors Wayne Walker and John Watson, as well as members of the community, who fought for guaranteed public control over the vital transport link and public space for more than 20 years. Public spaces on the Hammerhead now securely in public ownership include the ferry terminal, car park, yacht club, boat ramp, trailer boat and campervan facilities. “The agreement means there can be more certain investment in better ferry services, improved parking and recreation facilities,” Cr Walker says. “Auckland Transport (AT) always said once Council established control over the land, it would free things up to improve those facilities for the public.”

The future of the Hammerhead as a public space and key transport link looks bright thanks to a deal done recently by Council. Right, Local councillors, from left, John Watson and Wayne Walker, say it is a satisfying end to a 20-year battle.

An AT spokesperson says no upgrade work has been scoped and budgeted yet but AT will work through options in the coming months to identify any improvements that could possibly be made in the future. Panuku assets and delivery general manager Marian Webb agrees that the deal allows Council to strategically plan better open spaces and allows for future development of the transport facilities, as funding allows. For GHIL, it provides certainty of tenure so it can invest in upgrading its boating

facilities. General manager, Tony Sparks, says it is a very positive step. “The [marina] land is still council owned and we are bound by all zoning restrictions that are in place,” Mr Sparks says. “We have no immediate plans, but look forward to a future of opportunities.” Disputes over the hammerhead-shaped piece of land have included court action thought to have cost ratepayers around $1m and, in 2012, a proposal by Council to sell the marina land in return for GHIL surrendering its ‘right

to lease’ over the Hammerhead. Cr Walker says recognition is due to the community groups and individuals such as Rod Klarwill, who challenged that particular proposal. Cr John Watson says it has been worth the struggle to see ownership and control of the Hammerhead safely in public hands, and the marina retained in public ownership. “That is how it should be for such a strategic public asset,” he says. “It is the jewel in the crown of the Hibiscus Coast.”

Boulevard extension approaches $2 million The cost estimate for the extension of Ōrewa Boulevard, from Riverside to Empire Road, has risen by a further $400,000. At a Hibiscus and Bays Local Board workshop on July 8, Auckland Transport elected member relationship manager Ben Halliwell told members the earlier cost estimate of $1.4m has gone up to $1.8m. He says the increase is because of projected risk to do with things such as underground work, as well as the postCovid cost rise in things like materials. The extension of the pedestrianfriendly boulevard continues work completed by the former Rodney

District Council that upgraded Hibiscus Coast Highway from Moana Ave to Riverside Road, and slowed traffic. The project is a priority for the local board because considerable work, including design and public consultation, has already been done. The scheme includes a 3.5m wide shared pedestrian/cycle path on the seaward side, as well as new footpaths, raised crossings, lighting, rain gardens and landscaping. The local board is hoping to fund the project from a pot of money allocated for local transport projects. It has a total of just over $2.5m available and

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a lot more projects on its wish list than it can afford. Members must therefore consider competing priorities for this funding, including footpath improvements, new pedestrian crossings and bike rack installation. If members decide to fund the Ōrewa Boulevard extension, that leaves just $700,000 for it to spend on other projects – and, with a single raised pedestrian crossing estimated to cost around $200,000, that remaining money could quickly be used up. A final decision about which projects to fund will be made at an upcoming local board business meeting.

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The recent article on cost overruns on Penlink (HM June 16) must have raised a few eyebrows or even some computer rage. Actually, I don’t think there is any great mystery here. If we look at the numbers, the average cost escalation for a while now has been roughly 10 percent a year to build pretty much anything. I don’t know when the estimate for $400 million came in but let’s just say it takes seven years from ‘hey that’s a great idea – how much?’ to ‘I now declare this road open – snip’. This means that the original $400 million is now roughly $800 million. Add to this cost some fish hooks, these are ‘good grief there’s a big swamp in the middle that we didn’t see’. So, guess what? You have a billion-dollar project, and the only way to reduce this is to cut out the red tape and build it as fast as you can. Al Weeks, Ōrewa

AT accused of overkill I watch with trepidation as Auckland Council/Transport carry out another “over the top” project. I refer to the pedestrian crossing just north of the bridge coming into Ōrewa from the south as reported in Hibiscus Matters (HM June 16). The location is within a 50kph zone, there was already a central refuge island, and all that was wanted was a good old zebra crossing and appropriate signage. I note that pedestrian controlled lights will be installed. Does AT not think that the local youths with too much time on their hands will press the button as they walk past with no intention of using the crossing thus bringing traffic to a halt for no reason? There is a very basic rule appropriate for planning and construction of which AT seem unaware. The rule is abbreviated to KISS – “keep it simple stupid”. Another project planned without the KISS stamp can be seen in the need for bollards at Hatfields Beach. A simple solution would have been for

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Council to purchase a load of No. 2 round posts, engage a local fencing contractor to drive them and if they needed to be painted, Council could supply the material and the good people of Hatfields Beach would have done the painting. Another example of “over the top” construction can be seen with the pedestrian crossing/ judder bars in Centreway Rd. A perfectly good crossing was already there. For the record, I travel this road twice a day and have done so for over four years. Only once have I seen a pedestrian use the crossing and never once have I had to stop for anyone. Yet another example of a waste of money was the pedestrian crossing and road narrowing at the Shuttleworth/ Stanmore Bay Rd intersection. All that was needed were a couple of square metres of new footpath. Instead the perfectly good kerb was ripped out and replaced with a throat narrowing kerb in Shuttleworth and a fancy raised brick pedestrian crossing. This of course necessitated a much more extensive footpath as well. If a pedestrian crossing was needed, which is questionable because of low usage, then a painted zebra crossing would have sufficed. Eric Woods, Stanmore Bay (abridged)

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2nd place Silverdale I was amazed to read that $246,000 was being spent on a pedestrian activated light near the Ōrewa bridge (HM June 16). Here, there is only one way in each direction plus the speed is 50kph. There was already a pedestrian bay for people to stand in. However, at Silverdale, on Hibiscus Coast Highway, I have to cross four lanes of 70kph traffic to get to the Village or the medical centre (HM February 17). I would commend [Hibiscus and Bays Local Board member] Andy Dunn, who has done his best to get some attention to our plight. Each day children are crossing the highway along with elderly people and mothers with toddlers. How is it that, yet again, Silverdale issues are ignored? Lorraine Sampson, Silverdale (abridged)

Teenager Noah Gallagher went very public, with a sign on Whangaparāoa Rd, when asking girlfriend Macey Todd to the Whangaparāoa College ball. Teens have a lot of fun when it comes to ball invitations, utilising YouTube and social media. One year a Whangaparāoa College student even hired a plane that flew over the college with his request. When Noah wanted to use the Sign Solutions noticeboard, marketing and sales manager Karen Browne says she was happy to give him the space free, “for the excitement of young love”. ‘UP’ in red (and the balloons) refer to a favourite movie. Macey said ‘yes’.

Where will they park? Regarding the article, ‘Public outcry heard by Coast apartment block developer’ (HM July 1), it says the latest scheme has halved the height to three storeys. A total of 57 twobedroom units are now envisaged with 16 car parking spaces proposed. I would imagine that most of the units would have two adults living in them with a car each. Let’s say 50 of them have – my question is where are the 107 cars going to park (less the 16 car parks available)? The surrounding streets such as Holiday Road are full from existing homeowners from around 5.30pm. Karen Joyce, Manly

There was a double cause for celebration last month at The Beachfront rest home and hospital in Stanmore Bay. Along with its annual Midwinter Christmas party on Friday, June 25, there was a special 100th birthday party for resident Jean Illsley on June 20. Jean’s 100th birthday party was shared with her family and rest home staff. She told them her secret to living to 100 is – “stay away from trouble, be happy and don’t drink or smoke!”. The Midwinter Christmas included live entertainment from singer and keyboard player Joe Fingers, dancing, festive food and even a visit from Santa.

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Pitching for a better performance It was only a few months ago an under-strength Indian cricket team shocked the cricketing world by humbling the super confident Australians. Fast forward to the recent World Test Championship and it’s our very own Black Caps who were crowned world champs (and deservedly so)! The day after their historic win coach Gary Stead was on the radio. What impressed most was his incredibly humble and grounded attitude – just like captain Kane Williamson. They won a world title that was two years in the making and did so with a fraction of the resources and investment of larger cricketing nations. In sport, as in life, it’s not always about spending the most money – it’s what you do with what you’ve got that counts and as with the Black Caps, the quality of personnel calling the shots. Talking of money and investment, every three years Auckland Council decides its priorities and what it will rate people to help pay for them. I voted against the 5.3% rate increase (so did Cr Wayne Walker) largely because of the growing accumulation of costs on people – increases to general rates, water rates, targeted rates, regional fuel tax and asset sales of an unprecedented magnitude. For some communities it’s worse – in parts of our ward residents were hit with average 16% to 30% rate increases, advanced on the dubious premise they should be paying more for council services they don’t actually receive (and which there are no plans to provide in the future). That’s just not fair. While others were happy to vote through such exorbitant increases with scant regard for those on the receiving end, we were not. In my view, the ‘borrow, sell and rate’ model of the Super City has run its course – at $10.2 billion in debt, the borrowing capacity is now severely constrained. There are only so many public assets that can be sold off, at which point all that remains is year-on-year rate increases (this dilemma well in train long before Covid-19 came along). To be fair though, our area has done well in the allocation of projects through both this Long Term and Regional Transport plans. That is partly good luck in terms of timing and partly the result of hard work over many years that has finally come to fruition. In amongst everything else that’s worth acknowledging and being grateful for. All that said, and with the rumour circulating that the current mayor will be tying a knot in his swag and heading off overseas to a diplomatic post, I just wonder if Gary Stead and Kane are up for a bit of part-time work in the off-season?

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Wet weather has held up the building of the pedestrian crossing over Hibiscus Coast Highway. It was hoped to complete the work at the end of June but completion is now planned for this month. The signalised pedestrian-activated crossing, funded by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board, will cost almost $250,000. It is being put in near Estuary Arts Centre and the south Ōrewa bridge. Auckland Transport’s figures show there have been three accidents causing injury at the site in the past five years, one of which was serious. A count done in 2019 revealed that around 11,120 vehicles go through this location each day, each way. Backstories www.localmatters.co.nz July 3, 2019; November 18 and December 2, 2020; June 16, 2021.

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Fire crews were called out when strong southerly winds caused damage to the roofs of several buildings last month. Silverdale’s senior station officer Jim Maclean said fortunately, the damage was not serious. “The two largest were found to be just the capping on the edges of large commercial buildings and could safely be left until the wind dropped, but it certainly looked impressive at the time,” he said. There were also some downed power lines, but the biggest issue for local fire crews continues to be the number of road accidents. “Motor vehicle crashes are occurring frequently and some are serious. People are stressed in this pandemic age and it is not a time to be distracted on the road,” Jim said. “Take your time and be kind on the road, please! Remember also to give way to emergency vehicles early.” St John crews were called to a patient in cardiac arrest at the Millwater Parkrun event at the end of June, but thanks to swift action from a number of different people, the patient survived and is now recovering. St John Rodney territory manager Megan Fairley said the “chain of survival” started with bystanders calling 111 and starting chest compressions, before fire crews arrived and helped with basic life support, then St John carried out early defibrillation and provided advanced clinical treatment during transport to hospital. “It’s a timely reminder of the importance of acting quickly in a medical emergency,” she said. “We encourage everyone to complete a first aid course so they have the skills and confidence to help someone in their time of need.”

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Farmers and dogs protest

Rodney farmers and tradies, together with their dogs and utes,will converge on Orewa for a “howl of a protest” this Friday, July 16. The protest has been sparked by the government’s tax on utility vehicles, but is also highlighting a number of hotbed issues including freshwater policy, significant natural areas (SNAs), policy on indigenous biodiversity, MIQ rules for seasonal workers, climate change policy and the crown pastoral land reform bill. Organiser Mick Smith is calling on north Rodney protesters to meet at either the Warkworth Showgrounds or Helensville Museum at 11am for a noon departure in convoy to Orewa. It is hoped the Helensville Sheepdog Club will bring up to 170 dogs that can bark on command. Info: Mick Smith 027 472 3280.

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The Coast has recently seen the introduction of new community meal initiatives. Now Whangaparāoa, Ōrewa and Silverdale have free dinner meals on offer – the latest additions being St Chads Church in Ōrewa and Coast Vineyard Church in Silverdale. They have all teamed up with Love Soup to help provide a free, nutritious and most certainly delicious meal to our community on the Coast. Meals and More in Silverdale is kicking off this month and will be running on the second Sunday of every month. As the organiser of Meals and More, I would love to share a bit about the heart and soul behind the new initiative. At Meals and More, our team will provide a warm and hearty meal in a familyfriendly environment. However, as the name suggests, there is so much more to it than just a meal on a plate. There is the space to connect as we gather around the dinner table. You’ll often find it’s the case that there is something special about gathering around the dinner table with family or friends. The conversations that are sparked, the laughs that are shared and the community that is built is something that brings great warmth and joy. We hope to welcome people from all parts of our Coast Whanau to enjoy kai, korero and whanaungatanga – food, conversation and connection. This is an open space for everyone. Perhaps coming along for dinner may help to alleviate the pressure from a family who are struggling to make ends meet that week. Maybe it can help provide the opportunity for a solo parent to put their feet up and to instead of serving, be served and cared for. Or it could be a space where someone who is looking for social connection gets to make new friends on the Coast. The beautiful thing about community meals is that it can bring people together from all walks of life. And it gets better. Thanks to the team at Love Soup, Meals and More and all the community meals on the Coast use quality food that would have otherwise gone to waste. Food from places like supermarkets is able to be repurposed and enjoyed. In a country which is estimated to waste $872 million worth of food a year, equating to 122,500 tonnes of food sent to landfills (enough to feed everyone in Dunedin for two years), Love Soup is making a tremendous impact in the areas of poverty and the environment. So wherever you are on the Coast, there is now a community meal on offer just down the road. So don’t be shy…. do drop by, say hi and enjoy some kai! Coast Vineyard Church, 13 Agency Lane Silverdale, from 5.30pm (second Sunday of the month), St Chads Church, 117 Centreway Rd, from 5.30pm (last Sunday of the month), Whangaparāoa Hall, 719 Whangaparāoa Rd, from 5.30pm (every Sunday).

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Wetland restoration begins A wetland on the grounds of Whangaparāoa College is being restored, a small section at a time, in a project expected to take several years. The school has more than 3.5ha of wetland, including two stormwater ponds. Work on its restoration has been divided into three stages. The area is full of invasive weeds, including gorse, and assistant head of Year 7, teacher Julia Jarvis, says the first step is removing those. Local environmental groups – Restore Hibiscus & Bays and Whitebait Connection – are working with the Year 7 students on the project. Thanks to these groups, the students are learning a lot about invasive weeds and

how to remove them, native plants, water quality, and why it is important to restore the wetland. The school hopes that grant funding may enable it to employ contractors to help with weed removal. It has also applied for funding to buy tools and plants. So far it has received $3000 towards the work. Julia says later in the year the students will begin to think about how the space could be used for further learning once it is cleared of weeds. “This project is huge and will be run over a few years,” Julia says. “ My hope is that this year’s group will pass on their knowledge and skills to next year’s Year 7s and so on.”

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Arresting day for Silverdale students Students at Silverdale School were given a chance to get up close to various Police vehicles – including the Eagle helicopter – on June 29. The special demonstration day began in dramatic fashion with the helicopter landing on the school field. Five dog handlers and their dogs were in attendance as well as a Police motorcycle. Snr Constable Luke Dodson is a member of Auckland Police’s motorcycle team and also has children at Silverdale School. He organised the event, which included a short talk and question and answer session with the helicopter crew and dog handlers and a demonstration of how the dogs apprehend a suspect.

During the helicopter’s approach, the crew took a photo of the entire school on the field, spelling out ‘KERI’ – which stands for its values of: kindness, excellence, respect and integrity.

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Delicious new winter menu at El Cupo Hearty, authentic Latin American cuisine is the star of the new winter menu at El Cupo restaurant in The Cove dining precinct at Coast. Designed by chefs Jason Cook and Wemerson Nunez, the menu also features more vegetarian, gluten-free and dairyfree options to ensure there is something everyone can enjoy. Restaurant manager Federico Jairala says that while the summer menu was based on more light, street-style meals popular during the hotter months in Latin America, winter meals are more substantial and warming, in keeping with the cold weather that is similar to the climate in New Zealand. New to the snack section of the menu are Fritas Cargadas, (Loaded Fries) with Velveeta cheese sauce and chicken tinga; Traditional Ceviche, market fish cured in lime juice and tequila, spiced with chili peppers, red onion, coriander, and fire-roasted capsicum served with corn chips; and Yuca Fritas served with chimichurri and chili aioli. Yuca (pronounced YOU-ka), also known as cassava, is a starchy root vegetable that is native to South and Central America, and the Caribbean and used quite often in Latin dishes. It is dense and full of carbs and fibre, and yuca root is packed with vitamin C and protein. There are three new salads on the menu: Papa a la Huancaina, a Peruvian salad

consisting of agria potatoes tossed in a spicy herb cream sauce, on a bed of garden greens and topped with olives and boiled egg; Ensalada de Pallares, marinated white bean salad with tomatoes, red onion, and coriander, served on a crunchy tostada; and Chickpea & Quinoa Salad. New winter mains include Pastel de Papa, a layered potato, slow-cooked beef, egg, and fire-roasted capsicum, gratinated with three cheeses and served with chimichurri; Milanesa a la Napolitana, panko-crumbed beef, served with Napoli sauce, three cheeses and fries; and Feijoada Vegetariana, a stew of beans and aromatic spices, topped with rice, salsa fresca, and slices of fresh orange. Traditionally, Feijoada is a stew of beans with beef and pork but the recipe has been adapted to cater for vegetarians and vegans, Federico says. Those with a sweet tooth have not been forgotten – new desserts to choose from include Churros served with dulce de leche (a South American sweet milk caramel sauce) and a chocolate hazelnut sauce; Pudim, a popular Brazilian take on a caramel flan/ crème caramel served with whipped cream; and Alfajores, cookies found across South America filled with dulce de leche and chocolate hazelnut served with vanilla ice cream. Visit elcupo.co.nz to see the full menu and book a table.

T he Beer Spot turns one

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Whangaparāoa marked its first birthday last month with an all-day celebration. Owner-operators Ben and Tracey Kelsey and Craig and Clare Holt managed to find time to raise a glass and toast the venture with The Beer Spot founders Jason Payn and Laurence van Dam and some of the bar’s regular customers.

The Beer Spot, which in Whangaparāoa incorporates The Wine Spot, only sells beer and wine made by independent brewers and winemakers, and Ben and his co-owners are proud to be able to support these small Kiwi businesses.

Ben says it was great to celebrate the one-year milestone after a rollercoaster first 12 months dealing with the fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic.

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“We’ve had such good support from the community who are loving having somewhere to hang out and access great New Zealand wines and beers.”

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Denham Bramwell incorporating Vlatkovich & McGowan One of the Coast’s most wellestablished legal practices, Vlatkovich & McGowan, has joined forces with Silverdale and Manukau lawyers Denham Bramwell. As a result, Denham Bramwell’s Hibiscus Coast Highway office has closed and the merged practice is now operating from Vlatkovich & McGowan’s premises at 660 Whangaparāoa Road. Vlatkovich & McGowan founder and principal Nola McGowan said with the retirement of her husband and senior partner Tony, it made sense to merge with Denham Bramwell, to expand the range of services available and ensure continuity of service to clients. There are now six solicitors, a junior lawyer and support staff working from the original premises, as well as a new office at 667 Whangaparāoa Road. Ms McGowan has been a presence on the Coast for many years and practising law here since 1984. She says the new partnership with Denham Bramwell will enable her firm to build on and strengthen services to clients and the community. “It was logical. It’s more than a pooling of assets; it’s bringing together two practices with very similar approaches to client care. We expect to work extremely well together,” she said. “We do everything anyone might need – estates and trusts, conveyancing, and matrimonial, commercial and employment law.

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“Clients just drop in here, it’s an open office,” she said. “It’s all about being involved in the community and we’ll be keeping that up. We have had a lot to do with local charities and sports clubs, and Denham Bramwell are committed to continuing that, because I believe you have to give back to the Coast.” The merger also extends to both firms’ city offices, with Vlatkovich & McGowan’s Mount Eden clients now being serviced from Denham Bramwell’s Manukau base. Denham Bramwell associate Nicholas Eketone-TeKanawa, who has been leading the firm’s Silverdale office since it opened in 2018, said the partnership would give all their clients the offerings of a big-city firm, without the costly price tag. “The merger of our two firms represents a strong value-add to both firms’ clients with the skillset of both adding depth to each other’s practices,” he said.

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The Planning Collective Navigating the complexities of the Resource Management Act just got a lot easier for residents on the Hibiscus Coast who might be planning to build a house, set-up a home office or subdivide. Planning consultants, The Planning Collective, has opened an office at 3 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Silverdale, Standing, Jessica Andrews (left) and Nicola complementing its northern Jones. Seated, from left, directors Gemma-Rose Brooke, Burnette O’Connor and Paul Rodgers. base in Warkworth. Directors Burnette O’Connor, Gemma- costing a client more, early advice can Rose Brooke and Paul Rodgers head a circumvent waste. team of eight, with experience across all “If you just charge ahead without aspects of resource management issues. knowing all the ins and outs of what Paul says if he had one piece of advice can and can’t be done on your land, for someone thinking of building, you can find yourself having to file buying or selling land, it would be, multiple resource consents, which “speak to a planner first”. could have been avoided with a robust He says planners are the professionals planning strategy.” who can provide more conceptual advice All three directors have undertaken to push the boundaries if necessary. projects of their own in Auckland so “People can miss huge opportunities have first-hand experience of some of without this sort of advice at the start,” the frustrations that often go hand-inhe says. hand with development. Burnette adds that while architects “Clear advice, realistic timeframes and and engineers will give advice on what creative solutions can make all the is permitted, planners are solution difference.” orientated, even if a project doesn’t Collectively, the team has expertise meet the rules initially. across the gamut of development and “Sometimes better design outcomes are building issues from plan changes, achieved by infringing the rules,” she structure plans and policy advice to says. “Having a conversation to find resource consents, conflict resolution out what people’s immediate and future and scoping reports including aspirations are is very important.” development potential reporting and Gemma-Rose says that rather than analysis.

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The Cellar by Kiwi Liquor

Lovers of the finer things in life now have the perfect spot to indulge themselves when they fancy a bottle or more of something special, with the opening of The Cellar by Kiwi Liquor in Silverdale. Located just off Hibiscus Coast Highway in the lane behind the Z station, The Cellar is a new boutique drinks store specialising in premium spirits, fine local and international wines and craft beers. Owner Kamlesh Lachhani has owned liquor stores throughout New Zealand for the past 17 years, but he says he was after something special when he designed the Alberto Lane shop. “I wanted to do something different here, that was the concept,” he says. “We have 10 stores and this is my favourite – I come here at least four times a week.” The number and diversity of different drinks is almost mind-boggling – one corner is taken up by 250 different gins, while a wall of fridges is filled with countless craft beers and Champagnes. But the heart of The Cellar is its Whiskey Room – a stretch of glass-fronted cabinets containing some of the world’s rarest and finest Scotch whiskies. There are 300 bottles on display, from familiar single malts, through different age and cask variants, up to elaborately packaged collector’s items. Many cost hundreds of dollars each and some several thousand, including a very

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rare Johnnie Walker 50-year-old that would set you back around $8000. “We’ve got some rare bottles that we bought from London, from collectors, and a few bottles that are the only ones in New Zealand,” Kamlesh says. “A few of those have already sold – we sold one for $2000 recently. We are getting a very good response from customers.” Monthly whiskey and gin tasting nights are planned, and there are special offers on a range of wines and spirits every month, too. The Cellar also has a tasting bench, where customers can try spirits they might not have come across before – this month’s includes an organic whiskey from Spain, for example. “If people want to see something different in a liquor store, they really should pop in,” Kamlesh says. What our customers are saying ...

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Learning English through art A short course teaching English as a second language through art will be launched at Estuary Arts Centre in Term 3. The course will essentially cover traditional drawing techniques, but it will be delivered in both Mandarin and English. The tutor will be Jessica Li. Centre education coordinator Rosie Hutchinson says the centre is keen to break the language barrier so that people are able to take the many courses and workshops on offer. Estuary Arts runs various after school and holiday programmes for children, 23 adult courses, and half day, full day and weekend workshops. “It is very exciting that we are able to offer a course like this,” Rosie says.

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Writer takes children back to Elastic Island Quiz fundraises Millwater author Karen McMillan had to step out of her comfort zone to convert one of her children’s books in the Elastic Island series, Port Mugaloo, into a film script. She spent the last year working on the project with a UK scriptwriter, learning as she went. “It’s a completely different type of writing,” Karen says. “You have to make it very visual with lots of action and no internal dialogue. Eventually it became fun, but it was hard at the beginning.” The whole five book series of Elastic Island books has been optioned by Fuzzy Duckling Media, who is using that script to generate interest from a big partner so they can be developed into films. A theme song has already been recorded, written by Murray Grindlay and featuring Kiwi singer Janayah. Karen went to one of the recording sessions and says it was really exciting and moving to hear the song inspired by her book. Karen already had a mix of bestselling fiction and non-fiction books for adults behind her when she turned her attention to writing for children. Currently she is creating a new book in the series every year. She says everything about writing children’s books is a delight. She regularly gets letters from young people who enjoy the books and are finding inspiration for their own

writing. The fifth book in the series, Kingdom of Blong, was published this month. Like the others, it is described as a fast-paced, exciting and original read for children aged 8-12. Every book includes unusual, real life creatures and this time it’s bilbies – endangered, and very cute, Australian marsupials. Karen has close ties with Australia and although the other creatures in her books have all been from across the ditch, she has the kakapo earmarked for the future. Karen recently found out that she is one of five writers who have been awarded a residency at the cottage of playwright Robert Lord in Dunedin. The cottage has been run as a rent-free writers’ residency since 2003. Karen plans to research a historical novel, set in Dunedin, during her stay. Backstory, www.localmatters.co.nz June 3, 2020

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An organisation dedicated to supporting families to live free of violence is holding a fundraising Quiz Night in Silverdale on August 11. The Hestia Women’s Refuge is an independent and not-for-profit organisation that provides a range of confidential services aimed at keeping women and children safe from domestic violence. Money raised from the quiz night will go towards meeting expenses such as a 24 hour Crisis Line, community and home based support, assistance with safety plans, a safe house for confidential accommodation, advocacy, WINZ Support, legal appointments, referral to other specialised refuges, children’s support services, practical assistance with food, clothing, transport, and referrals to counsellors and support groups. Quiz organiser Kim Herd says there are some great options for sponsorship and VIP tables to ensure local companies are seen and heard on the evening. “We are hoping to have a celebrity MC to join us on the evening along with a speaker from Hestia, as well as a silent auction, raffles and spot prizes,” Kim says. The quiz night will be held at the Northern Union Gastro Pub, 23 Wainui Street, Silverdale on Wednesday August 11, starting at 6.30pm. To book a table or sponsor a quiz round, phone Kim on 447 1905 or email kim@venturetravel.co.nz

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Batteries power new Coast cycling group

After peddling a bike for around 35 years, 76-year-old Robert Scott bought his first electric bike at the end of last year. The Ōrewa resident then found himself looking around for others to share his rides with, and this grew into a new community group called the Ōrewa E-Bikers. Members joined by word of mouth – often Robert met other keen cyclists when he was hanging out at Bike Me in Ōrewa. Currently there are 13 members, all men, and all from the Hibiscus Coast. The youngest is 66 and the oldest is 86-year-old former Air NZ pilot Peter Grundy, who bought an $11,000 double battery e-bike, to get the range and power he was looking for. Another member has good mechanical knowledge and helps members look after their bikes. Robert says the group is open to women also – his wife Robyn also rides an e-bike but she wants to wait until there are other women in Ōrewa E-Bikers before she joins. Meanwhile the group has created a good social, as well as active, outlet for the men. “Men aren’t that good at getting out and chatting with each other,” Robert says. “But I’ve made some amazing new friends through this and we all seem to be able to sit around and tell stories, laugh and joke and share a coffee on our rides.” “It’s also about getting out of the house for some exercise and fun in the wind and sun,” he says. Robert was used to regular long rides, such as from Albany to Long Bay, before he got an e-bike, and says that the electric motor means he’s been able to keep doing that as he gets older. He also likes a bit of speed. Recently he had a microchip put into the bike’s motor, which has

An Ōrewa group is finding their electric bikes a great way to exercise and meet new people.

increased the speeds he can do from just over 30kph to 50kph, although the pay-off was losing some range. “I don’t often go as fast as that, but I regularly cruise along at 42-44kph,” Robert says. “Most of the time my bike flies along. I can’t wait to find a hill!” However, Robert confesses he went a lot slower one time when the battery ran out and he had to peddle the heavy bike for 5km unassisted by the motor. Ōrewa E-Bikers meet at Ōrewa Surf Club carpark to ride together, three times a week. They do a lot of local rides, as well as going further afield. “There is a great range of trails to ride on in Auckland,” Robert says. Info: phone Robert, 0274 756 122.

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This pohutukawa tree in Stanmore Bay is, by far, the biggest of them all. It could be hundreds of years old and is a local taonga (treasure). Claire Teirney (and dog Rusty). Hibiscus Matters hopes to feature a special local tree every month. It doesn’t need to be very old – just attractive, or important to you in some way. If you know trees that deserve the spotlight, email a photo with a brief description of its appeal and location, plus your phone number to terry@ localmatters.co.nz

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Many hands help at Shakespear How do you feel about inviting a few friends over to your place for a little rest and recreation? Maybe you’re relaxed about it or perhaps a bit stressed out? Compare your situation with the team at Shakespear Regional Park, who welcome two-thirds of a million visitors each year. I chatted to some of the folks involved to see how they prepare for this huge number of visitors. We started by identifying why so many people come. The park offers open space walking with amazing views, beautiful native bush, mountain biking, water sports, swimming, camping, beaches, barbecues, trail and cross-country running. Of course, it takes quite an effort from the many volunteers and the Council staff to keep the park in tip-top condition ready to welcome visitors. Some of their tasks are obvious: managing the farm animals, cutting the grass, removing rubbish, maintaining roads and tracks. Weeds require an on-going programme of search and removal. This work is shared between contractors and volunteers. It’s only possible to host our native wildlife behind the predator-proof fence. Checking and maintaining the fence and access points is a core activity. But the fence only runs from coast to coast so pests can sneak in around the ends at low tide. Over the past year the rangers have put in an enormous effort to track down and remove stoats from the park. Seven have already been caught, but there are still a few more to get. Some stoats are remarkably difficult to trace and trap, stretching the ingenuity of the rangers to the technological limits. They have been using special thermal imaging cameras with artificial intelligence software which attempts to identify the species photographed and self-reporting live traps which send a daily status report on whether they have been triggered, both saving many hours of checking time. Temporary mini-walls have been set up in the bush to try to steer stoats towards a gap where a trap can be placed. And, as stoats seem to like to play on wooden structures, traps have been placed underneath an inviting jumbled playground. Volunteers are vital to the successful operation of the Park. They work in the plant nursery, plant trees, do track maintenance and building, provide educational talks, do fence checking and beach cleanups, help with the farm animals and do much of the species management including work with hihi (stitchbirds), kiwi, seabirds, reptiles and dotterel protection. So, next time you visit, spare a thought for those who made it possible and maybe think about volunteering yourself.

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Hibiscus and Bays Local Board members with some of the volunteers who received awards for their contributions to the community. Photo, Gino Demeer

Local board thanks volunteers A total of 13 volunteers from the region were honoured with awards by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board last month. The local board awards are held every second year, but were interrupted last year by Covid-19 lockdowns, so the presentation held at Estuary Arts Centre on June 29 was the first since 2018. The recipients are nominated by the groups they work with and come from a range of sectors, such as arts, environment, residents and ratepayer

groups and education. Local recipients were: Pauline Smith and Paul Wilkinson, both from Hibiscus Coast Forest & Bird, Maree Johnston from Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society, Estuary Arts Centre’s Cori Tipton, Jon Goldie and Myka Copeland of Ōrewa Surf Lifesaving, Connie Tito of Love Soup, Friends of Okura Bush chair Lezette Reid, Ray Urban of Ōrewa Bowling Club, Andrea Hegan of Silverdale Pony Club and Lynn Dewar of North Shore Riding for the Disabled in Stillwater.

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The social committee of Maygrove Village, led by coordinator Anna Turner, worked hard to set up a barbecue lunch and raffle fundraiser on June 26. More than 90 residents attended, raising $2240 for the Child Cancer Foundation. The village is very appreciative of the support of local businesses who provided prizes for the lucky number draws.

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Coastal gem: accommodation and function venue Leigh Central, Leigh, Rodney District, Auckland • Freehold Going Concern in the heart of Leigh village • 8,094sqm elevated corner site with sea views over Matakana coast • High quality accommodation and function venue complex

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Before Leigh Central first came into being during 2016, the 8,094sqm central corner site was home to an unloved and decrepit local hotel. The current vendors saw the potential of the land and re-developed the whole property.

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The main building has been transformed into two stylish venue rooms for weddings and events, including access to a large commercial kitchen, two bar areas, expansive events lawn and a rustic courtyard. The property also comprises of five “Coastel” motel units, five “Boatshed” cabins and 14 motorhome sites (with associated facilities). Located above the main building is a newly-built twobedroom owners’ residence plus an additional standalone twobedroom house.

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Leigh Central is a property that offers a developing business, plus a stunning lifestyle opportunity. Located on the Matakana coast, only one hour north of Auckland, the charming village of Leigh is an increasingly popular escape for holidaymakers and tourists alike. Property Details Land Area 8,094sqm (more or less) Zoning Business - Local Centre

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Modern infrastructure is all there, established by the current owners providing everything needed to continue operating as it is currently or seize the opportunity to take this unique business to the next level. This is a great chance for an astute investor to own a large landholding.

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4,000sqm of future urban land with a three bedroom home already in place. This incredible opportunity comes as the start of something incredible for the area and perfectly positioned where the Matakana Link Road’s roundabout is due to be built. The Auckland Council has zoned the property as “Future Urban”, meaning the potential is limited to what you want to do with it (council permitting). Suggested ideas are anywhere from apartment townhouse living, a commercial shopping strip, or simply keeping the house and land for yourself with the potential to subdivide when the new zoning takes effect in 2028.

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A WORD FROM ‘Why we’re proud to work at Ryman’s Evelyn Page village’ There’s a lot to love about their roles as sales advisors at Ryman Healthcare’s Evelyn Page Retirement Village, say Jo Seed and Steph Griffin. The pair agree that there’s always something exciting to look forward to at the village which certainly makes getting up in the morning an easy task. “It’s an exciting, happening place,” says Jo. “We’re always having fun and we’re lucky to have an awesome activities coordinator, Michael, who is constantly coming up with new ideas.” Indeed, from the huge midwinter ball held recently, to dance classes in anything from hula, to disco to the Charleston, even the village’s participation in their very own Olympics@Ryman competition, there’s always a packed schedule to choose from. “There are so many groups to pick from too,” says Jo. “We’ve got swim gym, trivia nights, the village choir or a painting group where you can have lessons from a talented local artist.” Both agree though, that the X factor that makes the village such a special place is the amazing people. “I did real estate for 10 years and the difference with this role is that your relationship continues with the residents when they move in. “They become like part of the family and you get really attached to people,” says Jo, now into her sixth year at Ryman. Steph, who had worked with Jo at the local pharmacy before landing the job 18 months ago, said knowing so many residents who were customers at the pharmacy was a big plus. “It was actually a nice continuation and gave that familiarity, both for them and for me.

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Steph and Jo rave about Ryman “The difference is now I often get to meet the family and hear more of the life story and that is such a privilege. “I love getting to know more people in our amazing community.” Steph says they take their role as an advisor or guide to people making one of their biggest life decisions very seriously. “Because it’s such a big decision to make, some people can find that quite a stressful time so we feel lucky that we can take the time and help them through that process.” Being able to tell people about Ryman’s industry leading terms is a constant source of pride. “It is no surprise to us that Ryman has been awarded the Reader’s Digest ‘Most Trusted Brand’ seven times now,” says Jo. They believe that is because people soon see how user-friendly Ryman’s terms and conditions are. “Lawyers tell us they love how straightforward and transparent our contracts are,” says Steph.

“You only pay the Deferred Management Fee (DMF) once with Ryman, even if you later move to a serviced apartment. “The day you sign, we tell you what you’ll get back at the end,” she says. Steph adds: “Ryman has one of the lowest DMFs at 20% and it’s spread out over five years whereas many others can be 30% over three years.” Likewise, when waiting for the capital payout, no one has waited longer than six months. With the fixed based weekly fees, budgeting is made easy. “Your rates, water bill and building insurance will go up but here the weekly fee, which incorporates all those, is fixed for the duration of your time in your apartment or townhouse.” It’s no wonder Jo and Steph love their work - with amazing people plus a funpacked calendar set on a foundation of Ryman’s industry leading terms, providing such a service is a real pleasure.

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Pass on your knowledge before passing on by Richard Worker, Director, The Legal Team Let’s face it, none of us are getting out of here alive, so live your life to its fullest. However, one of the most important things that you can do in preparation for your inevitable departure is to let your family and friends know your wishes in the event of your death. This will relieve the burden from family members who will otherwise have to gather this information when they are already going through a time of grief. Most are aware of the importance of some of the more obvious matters – having a Will and maybe Powers of Attorney. However there are a number of other things you can do which can be hugely helpful. These include considering whether you would like to note down a particular person who you want to officiate, as well as the order and content of your funeral. You may want to decide whether you want to be buried, cremated or perhaps have an eco-funeral. Details like this are often put into your Will, but it is quite possible that the Will is not viewed until after the funeral. It would be good if you could let the family or another trusted person know

what you would like. Consider taking steps to safeguard against misdirection of assets, or loss of financially or sentimentally valuable materials. For instance, you may want to make a list of your personal chattels and note down the people who you would like to leave individual items to.

Password preparations Among the things most often overlooked are what happens to your digital assets after your death. In this digital age you should make a list of all of your digital assets, such as digital documents, audible content, movies, videos or other relevant digital data that is currently in circulation or will be stored on digital appliances such as personal computers, tablets, cellphones. Facebook and other social media can be very hard to close down without a password. If your service provider provides an option to memorialise your account after death, ensure that your executors know your wishes and any particular message that you would like to leave to your social media friends and followers. Another password that can be so

important is for crypto currency. Without this password it will be impossible to collect and so the family will miss out. Store internet logins, passwords and accounts in a secure place and ensure that your family and executor know

where to find them. Discuss important information about your belongings, business affairs and wishes when you make a Will with your lawyer for peace of mind on how you would like your life to be remembered.

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Choosing executor a key decision by Ōrewa Public Trust Office trustee, Angela Macpherson While the importance of having an up-to-date will is commonly understood, not everyone understands how vital it is to have the right executor. Professionals who work in this area see many instances where not understanding the role of an executor has caused unnecessary anguish to those left behind. An executor’s role is to ensure that the instructions in a person’s Will are carried out according to their wishes. It may include liaising with a funeral home to ensure that a person’s funeral is held according to their preferences, establishing which assets they held at the time of their death, transferring property, closing bank accounts, paying debts and taxes, and advertising for any creditors to identify themselves. All of these important tasks need to be completed before the executor can distribute the person’s assets according to the instructions in their Will. The time it takes to execute a Will varies, but may take up to six months given the amount of paperwork and the number of interactions necessary to complete the person’s final instructions outlined in their Will. It is common for an executor to also manage any claims against the estate, as well as any disputes that arise among beneficiaries. It is this part of the role that often proves difficult for private

executors, who may need to seek independent legal advice. As private executors could be a family member and also a beneficiary, maintaining neutrality can be confronting in such situations. Ideally, an executor is named when a Will is written. Anyone can be chosen for the role, but it is not a decision to take lightly. The executor should ideally be experienced with legal and financial documents, highly organised and have time to spend on the work.

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An alternative to naming a private executor is to name an organisation, or a professional, to appoint or act as executor. While a professional executor will charge fees to the estate, their services may prove invaluable to the beneficiaries. However, private executors can always get help if they need it – including from an ‘executor assist service’. This service will typically ensure the same person works alongside the executor right through to the end of the process. It is available from the Public Trust, and solicitors can also assist private executors with any court documents required.

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Naming someone to execute your Will is asking a big favour, which should always be discussed with that person

before naming them in the Will. It’s not a job that everyone can do, or will want to do.

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The Caring Quilters, together with Harbour Hospice’s spiritual carer Vincent Maire, with a quilt created to represent a holistic Maori model of care.

Quilters spreading the warmth Some of the 10-year winners, from left – Wayne Gray, Pat Torrington, Diana Lints (staff), Margaret Hill, Ann Hatwell, Kathy Anderson and Ellie Gaskin. Right, Yvonne Jennings has been a familiar face at the Ōrewa Hospice Shop for 20 years.

Hospice awards return after lockdown break After a year’s gap due to Covid-19 lockdowns, Harbour Hospice’s annual long service awards have returned this year, and it was Hibiscus Coast’s turn on Thursday, July 1. Around 35 hospice volunteers and two staff were recognised for various lengths of service at the awards event, which was held at Hospice House in Red Beach. Hibiscus Coast volunteers work mostly in hospice shops or going out in the community to visit patients in their homes. Among the awards were those for five

and 10 years’ service, and one for 20 years, presented to retired wages clerk Yvonne Jennings. Yvonne, now 83, has worked at the Ōrewa Hospice Shop in Florence Avenue for all her two decades of volunteering. She was first inspired to volunteer by her sister-in-law, who helped out at the Silverdale Hospice Shop, when she moved to the Coast from Pakuranga to live near one of her five children. Yvonne says she really enjoys working with hospice, especially on the shop counter, and jokes that she’s now “pretty much completely dressed by Hospice!”.

Love, warmth and comfort is something every hospice patient needs, and that is exactly what goes into each of the 200 quilts made for Harbour Hospice every year by the Caring Quilters group. The group of eight volunteers meets regularly to stitch and sew fabric pieces into beautiful soft quilts that are donated to patients to use in their homes or as in-patients in hospice. Group spokeswoman Jan Adams says the group has grown from two friends, Helen Harford and Jill Bezencon, sewing together around the kitchen table eight years ago to a thriving monthly group at hospice. “The idea behind the group was that we wanted to be able to give patients something they could wrap themselves up in, to keep warm,” Jan says. “And it’s quite nice to know there are all of these beds and armchairs out there in the community that have our quilts draped over them.” Jan says the quilts are all collaborative efforts.

“One person will lay out the fabric pieces, another might stitch them together,” she says. “Someone will sew the back to the front and then others will sew on the binding and label them. They really are a collective project and we all like to throw in our opinions when we’re starting a new one.” Colours and patterns vary, but all include one plain, neutral side, and patients get to choose the quilt they like best from a selection. Most materials are donated via hospice shops, or dropped off at the Red Beach facility and the group always has several quilts on the go (and will even complete half-finished ones donated by families). “Quilting people always have a pile of half-done quilts at home,” Jan says. “As the saying goes, ‘behind every quilter is a big pile of fabric’.” However, the quilters are looking for donations to help buy new backing and batting to keep the quilts coming. Anyone wanting to help can donate directly into the quilting group’s bank, account 06-0241-0280867-00.

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A place for pets to rest in peace As development increases, and farmland and gardens shrink to nothing, the issue of what to do with a beloved pet when it dies is not always straightforward these days. Burying Fido or Felix in the garden is not an option for many people, and no one wants to think of their furry family member as rubbish to be disposed of. Dave Stevens has created an alternative solution, however, in the form of four hectares of landscaped gardens just off Dairy Flat Highway, north of Albany, where deceased pets can be buried among the plants and permanently remembered. He bought the place 41 years ago when it was just bare farmland, and perilously steep at that. But Dave had a vision and a dream of what his block could be, and he kept memories of an idyllic childhood in the English countryside as a mental template. Once the diggers had been in to carve 2.5km of tracks and terraces, Dave “just started planting”. “We had planting days where I’d round up friends and we’d plant as much as possible,” he says. “We’ve planted well over 10,000 trees and shrubs since then.” Establishing and maintaining such a vast garden takes a huge amount of time and money, however, so when Dave decided to concentrate on what he calls his 200-year project, he was looking for a way to top up the landscaping fund, as well as share his parkland with more people. “I was aware of pet cemeteries, so I started offering that very, very gently in 1994,” he says. “Since then, I’ve buried between 1600 and 1700 pets here.” Not that you would know that when strolling along the grassy avenues and woodland paths. Yes, you can usually spot a few of Dave’s trademark marker stones simply inscribed with an animal’s name and dates, but they subtly blend into the soil and surroundings almost to the point of invisibility. “I deliberately keep it simple and try to convince people to do something in keeping with the general theme,” he says.

Dave Stephens says his business is more about human emotion than dead animals. There are four hectares of trees, shrubs, tracks and pathways.

There are statues and artworks placed throughout the gardens, and plenty of quiet spots for peaceful reflection. Anyone who buries a pet with Dave is welcome to return at any time to visit their ‘spot’, without notice, and many do so. Over the years, he has witnessed some extreme reactions to the death of a pet and he believes people are often less prepared for an animal dying than a human. “A lot of people get taken completely by surprise,” he says. “Nobody knows what to do when an animal dies any more.” He says all pet owners should recognise that their little friend is one day going to die, and it could be at any time, so they need to think about what will happen to them. “Most people just want to know their pet’s in a quiet place and that they don’t have to worry about it being dug up when a spa pool is put in.” Dave charges from $300 upwards to bury a cat or dog, or he can arrange cremation if preferred. Info: www.aucklandpetfunerals.co.nz

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Night Skies with James Smith, Hibiscus Coast Astronomical Society hibiscuscoastastronomy@gmail.com

Around the Southern Cross One of the most recognisable constellations in the winter sky is the Southern Cross, also known as Crux. It is so well known that it even appears on our flag, as well as on the flags of Australia, Brazil, Samoa and Papua New Guinea. Many people assume that you can’t see the Southern Cross in the Northern Hemisphere, but that is not true. If you are north of the equator, but south of a latitude of about 25 degrees, (Hawaii, parts of north Africa and southern parts of the USA) you can still see the Southern Cross. It is not only the Southern Cross itself that is interesting, but also various objects around it which are visible with your binoculars or small telescopes. Many amateur astronomers learn where interesting objects are located by finding a constellation that we know well, and then learning about the objects near it. Looking at the Cross, take a look at the star that is nearest to the pointers (on the left of the cross-piece of the cross). Right next to it is the magnificent Jewel Box cluster. This is easily seen with decent binoculars, but its true beauty is seen using a telescope – the reds, blues and white of the myriad of stars in the cluster looks just like jewels. Towards the south east of the Cross is a pear-shaped, inky spot, about as large as the Cross itself, that looks like a great black hole in the middle of the Milky Way. This is actually a dark nebula known as the Coalsack Nebula. In early astronomy, people thought that this was a hole in space, but we now know that it is in fact a cloud of gas and dust that absorbs the light of the stars behind it. The Coalsack is best viewed with binoculars. Another interesting object near the Cross is one of my favourites – the Omega Centauri globular cluster. Draw an imaginary line going straight up from the top of the cross, and another from the furthest pointer, going right. Slightly above the point of intersection, you will be able to spot a fuzzy, faint cloud-like structure when using your binoculars. This is Omega Centauri. To really appreciate the sheer number of stars in this cluster, you would need to use a decent telescope. Directly below the centre point of the Cross, you will see another open cluster called the Pearl Cluster – best appreciated with a small telescope. It sits almost directly to the right of the Running Chicken Nebula, another beautiful object to see with your telescope. Those with binoculars can scan just below this nebula and will find the beautiful Southern Pleiades. This is also an open cluster and looks very similar to Matariki (the real Pleiades). This cluster is so bright and unexpected to see with binoculars, as it is hard to believe that it is not visible to the naked eye. To help find these objects, use an astronomy app on your mobile phone: Starwalk on iPhones and Skymap on Android phones are good. CL

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Kids’ market earns big tick A recent market where all the stalls were run by children (HM June 16) was so successful that another one is in the pipeline. A total of 22 stalls filled Stanmore Bay Hall to the brim on Saturday, June 26. The market’s environmentally friendly focus encouraged the young entrepreneurs to upcycle, recycle, barter, buy and swap goods on the day. Organiser Karen Miller says there was a steady stream of customers. Toys and sweet treats, as expected, featured at many stalls and were among the most popular with the young shoppers but there were a wide range of things to attract customers, including books, clothing, plants, items made with a 3D printer and artwork such as hand-painted pinecones. One stall sold ‘butterfly kits’ comprising a terracotta pot, paint to colour it with, swan plant seeds and decorations. “There was lots of buying from each other, making new friends and for most of them, their first ever earnings,” Karen says. “A highlight for many was counting out their money at the end of the day. All the children have the satisfaction of getting a step closer to their goals, and they had a great time interacting with each other and the public.” Karen says feedback from the young stallholders made it clear that fun and making friends were key elements in the day’s success, along with earning money and spending some of it at other stalls. Any money over and above the costs of holding the market went to Stanmore Bay School’s Enviro Kids group, who also raised money by selling seed bombs. The total raised for the group was $180, which is earmarked for seeds. Karen wants to thank the community for supporting the kids’ endeavours and says there is no doubt that there will be another Kids’ Market. To join the waitlist, email stanmorebaykidsmarket@gmail.com

From top, Leilin Liu and daughter five-year-old Ella did a good trade in homemade cupcakes. Profits from Holly, left, and Evie Cowen’s lemon curd went towards the Guide Jamboree.

Midwinter Christmas feeds people in need A Midwinter Christmas dinner, held in Millwater last month, raised more than $1600 for local food charities (HM May 19). The event replaced the Swimarathon fundraiser, which its organisers, Rotary, say received few entrants this year. Two members of the Rotary Satellite club of Ōrewa-Millwater, Brian Mullan and Theo Simeonidis, This digital work by Andy ran the Millwater Dunn brought in $170 for Midwinter Love Soup. Christmas dinner. Local businesses supported it generously with sponsorship, including Millies Café providing free use of the venue, and others providing items for a raffle. A full house of 80 guests sat down to Christmas dinner with all the trimmings on Saturday, June 26. Entertainment was provided by The Trumpet Guy, John McGough. The raffle included an artwork by Hibiscus and Bays Local Board member and graphic designer Andy Dunn, which was a lighter take on Andy Warhol’s famous can of soup – this raised $170. After expenses, Rotary was able to donate $810 to Hibiscus Coast Love Soup and the same amount to the Hibiscus Coast Community House’s foodbank in Ōrewa.

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Going into their game against the Otara Scorpions on June 26, Hibiscus Coast Raiders were already assured of a chance of promotion from the Fox championship to Fox premiership grade. The Scorpions were also guaranteed a spot, but no one was marking time when the two sides clashed at Raiders’ home ground in Stanmore Bay. In a hard-fought game, Otara defeated the previously unbeaten Raiders 40-24. However, this made no change to Raiders’ promotion hopes, leaving them top of the championship grade table, equal with Manukau Magpies. The Otara Scorpions and Pakuranga Jaguars also made the cut. Those four teams now compete against the bottom four Fox premiership sides, with the points reset to zero. First up, Otara met Raiders again on July 3 and this time Raiders won 25-18. Raiders must make the top four this round to qualify for the playoffs and potentially achieve promotion. Pictured, Isaiah Matefeo moves forward. Photo, Roger Reid.

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Four former Ōrewa College students will compete at the Tokyo Olympics Games, which start next week. Additionally, physiotherapist Carley Ellis, who also attended Ōrewa College, will travel with the Football Ferns. The Tokyo line-up includes canoeist Caitlyn Regal, who will compete in three kayaking events – K2 500m, K1 500m and K4; swimmer Eve Thomas who will compete in the 800m and 1500m freestyle, and 400m freestyle relay; the Football Ferns’ Paige Satchell and Paralympian Corbin Hart, who will compete in kayaking. Another athlete with a connection to the Coast is Teneale Hatton, who is a former member of the Ōrewa Surf Lifesaving Club. Tokyo will be Hatton’s second Olympics and she will compete in the canoe sprint: women’s K4 500m and K2 500m. Altogether, New Zealand will have 225 athletes at the Games, competing in 24 sports. The Olympics run from July 23 to August 8.

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8:19am 8:48pm

3.1 5:03am 0.6 11:16am 3.1 5:49pm 0.8 11:46pm

9:18am 9:49pm

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Jul 24

Jul 25

3.1 6:04am 3.2 12:42am 0.6 1:37am 0.6 12:14pm 0.5 7:03am 3.2 7:59am 3.3 6:45pm 3.4 1:09pm 0.4 2:00pm 7:39pm 3.4 8:30pm 0.7 7:26am 5:30pm

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Jul 23

7:27am 5:29pm

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Jul 22

7:27am 5:28pm

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Jul 21

10:20am 10:52pm

7:25am 5:30pm

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11:24am 11:55pm

12:26pm

2:29am 8:51am 2:49pm 9:19pm

7:25am 5:31pm

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0.6 3.3 0.4 3.5

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12:55am 1:24pm

0.5 3:20am 3.3 9:41am 0.4 3:36pm 3.5 10:07pm

1:51am 2:18pm

Jul 28

0.5 4:09am 3.3 10:28am 0.5 4:23pm 3.4 10:54pm

7:23am 5:33pm

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Jul 27

7:24am 5:32pm

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Jul 26

2:43am 3:07pm

0.6 4:56am 3.2 11:13am 0.6 5:08pm 3.3 11:40pm

7:22am 5:33pm

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Jul 29

3:30am 3:52pm

0.6 5:42am 0.7 3.1 11:58am 3.0 0.7 5:55pm 0.9 3.2

7:22am 5:34pm

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Jul 30

7:21am 5:35pm

Best At

4:14am 4:35pm

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4:56am 5:17pm

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July 17

Open Day at Waiwera Ashram 11am - 4pm. Bring a plate for a shared vegetarian lunch at 12.30pm. 9 Waiwera Place, Waiwera. All welcome, koha. Enquiries: 09 426 5265

Public planting day, Shakespear Regional Park, 10am-1pm. Wear enclosed boots or shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing. Bring a spade and gloves if you like. Sausage sizzle provided. Planters are asked to pre-register at trybooking.co.nz/GPA

Estuary Arts Fundraiser Fun Quiz Night, Manly Bowling Club, 56 Laurence St, Manly, 7pm-10pm. Tickets $20 – get a table of 10. Silent auctions, raffles, spot prizes and more. Bookings, or to offer prizes: phone Helene 021 913 488 or email estuaryartsquiz@xtra.co.nz

Planting at Karaka Cove, Red Beach 9.30am. Wear clean sturdy footwear, bring gloves. Park at bottom of Matheson Road, walk up through the bush and take the right hand fork in the path. Register at hibiscuscoast.branch@forestandbird.org.nz

26-Aug 8 Ōrewa’s Friday Art Group painting exhibition, Whangaparāoa

Library, 9 Main Street, Whangaparāoa. Over 20 artists and a variety of styles. Free viewing and some art for sale. (see story p33)

Streamside planting, Lakeside Road, Ōrewa, from 9.30am. Park in Judd Place carpark or on Lakeside Drive. Bring gloves, gumboots, a spade, and a drink. Register at hibiscuscoast.branch@ forestandbird.org.nz or just turn up.

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Planting at Karaka Cove, Red Beach, 9.30am. Wear clean sturdy footwear, bring gloves. Park at bottom of Matheson Road, walk up through the bush and take the right hand fork in the path. Register at hibiscuscoast.branch@forestandbird.org.nz

Planting day with Friends of Okura Bush, Stillwater Recreation Reserve, 10 am-12.30pm. Meet at the Stillwater Hall, 1A Duck Creek Road, at 10am. Bring gumboots, coat, spade if possible (some provided). All welcome. Light refreshments provided.

Fundraising Quiz Night for Hestia Women’s Refuge, Northern Union, 23 Wainui St, Silverdale, 6.30pm. $150 for table of 6, or $25 pp. Info: Kim 447 1905 or email kim@venturetravel.co.nz (see story p13)

Talk by Massey Professor of Zoology (and Hibiscus Matters columnist) James Dale, at the Friends of Okura Bush AGM, Okura Hall, 81 Okura River Road, 3pm Highlighting the diversity of Okura Bush. All welcome.

Rodney Animal Rescue Hump Day Quiz Night fundraiser at Northern Union, 23 Wainui St, Silverdale, from 6.30pm. Tickets $30, including pizza. Get a group together – a fun night for a good cause. Tickets: www.eventbrite.co.nz and search for Rodney Animal Rescue.

Country on the Coast – featuring Karen Davy as Dolly Parton with guest appearance by Ken Strong as Kenny Rogers. Country music, line dancing and all things Country and Western. Ōrewa Arts & Events Centre, Ōrewa College, Riverside Rd. Doors open 6pm. Tickets $40 or $35 for 2 or more. Tables of 10 with allocated seating, includes nibbles. Cash bar, silent auction, raffles. Tickets: www. harbourhospice.org.nz/event/country-on-the-coast/ or ph 421 9180.

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What is “Pink Eye”? Pink eye is a term used for conjunctivitis (pokenga whatu). If you’ve got conjunctivitis you’ll have red, irritated eyes that feel gritty, sore and uncomfortable. They might also be itchy, sticky and weepy. Conjunctivitis comes in two main types. Infective conjunctivitis may be caused by a bacteria or virus. The other main type is allergic conjunctivitis. Infectious conjunctivitis can be very contagious. You’ll need to take special care not to spread the infection to your other eye or to other people. Antibiotic eye drops are not usually necessary for mild infection. However they should be considered in certain circumstances, such as to prevent complications or to prevent the spread of infection to other people. You will be contagious as long as there is a discharge from your eye. Without treatment, this is usually 10 to 14 days after symptoms start. As a pharmacist, we can prescribe you an antibiotic eye drop, after a consultation with you. We are also able to prescribe these antibiotic eye drops for children as young as 2 years old. (Ask us our hints and tips for getting eye drops into your little one!) If you are not using an antibiotic eye drop, artificial tears eye drops, such as PolyTears, can provide some relief from any discomfort. Allergic conjunctivitis may be due to seasonal triggers such as pollen although some people suffer from it all year round due to house dust or pet fur. Allergic conjunctivitis is not contagious and cannot spread to other people. Antihistamine eye drops are useful. There are both short term and longer term solutions, so check first which is best for your eyes with the pharmacist. Oral antihistamines may also help. If there is pain in your eye, or if your vision is affected, or your eyes are more sensitive to light than usual then you will need to see a doctor. Here’s some tips for general eye care for conjunctivitis: • Wash your hands before and after using eye drops or touching your eyes • Apply cotton wool pad soaked in warm water to clean away any discharge, using a different pad for each eye. • Use lubricant eye drops (artificial tears) 4 to 8 times daily to soothe your eye(s) If you have any of these symptoms, come and talk to one of the pharmacists at Unichem Manly Pharmacy and we will assist you. We have a very helpful information sheet available too.

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The success of Whangaparāoa’s first Matariki Festival has ensured it will be run again next year. Photo, Photo Carnival.

Matariki celebration a stellar success An estimated 500 people attended an inaugural Matariki celebration held in Whangaparāoa on July 2, organised by the Future Whangaparāoa Trust. Organiser Sara Mason says feedback from participants was very positive and, as a result, the event will be held annually. She says the evening provided the community with an opportunity to celebrate the Maori New Year, which is both a time for reflection and a time to look to the future. It was also an opportunity to embrace

Tikanga Maori and Te Reo Maori. Sara says the large interior of Sportscave was the ideal venue and allowed for the participation of a number of groups including Love Soup, St John, Manly Volunteer Fire Brigade, and kapa haka groups from Stanmore Bay, Whangaparāoa and Gulf Harbour Primary schools. Love Soup raised just over $1660 through hangi sales, which will go towards its school lunches programme. The festival was sponsored by the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board and Telos Real Estate Group.

From top, With their handmade Matariki kites are, from left, James Best, Jayde Handford, Audrey Shen and Ava McIroy. Year 4 students, from left, Maxwell Niu, Maia Brownlie, Ruby True, Rainny Niu and Kaylie Du Preez with their Matariki kites.

Matariki kites sail over Silverdale The whole of Silverdale School celebrates Matariki, with a week of activities. One of the most popular with students is making their own kites. Various designs are tried, with practice

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runs around the field, followed by any tweaks to the design. On July 8, the whole school and whanau went to Metro Park in Millwater, near the school, to fly their manu tutuku (kites).