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Controversial Atlas site sale cancelled The former Works Infrastructure site north of Warkworth, known as the Atlas site, has been removed from Auckland Council’s property sale register.

The decision by the former Rodney District Council to put the ‘for sale’ notice on the 2.3ha property brought a storm of protest from the community.

One of the strongest and most vocal opponents was sitting councillor and now Rodney Board member June Turner.

“The site is important reserve land and I am really excited that Rodney’s shortsighted decision has been reversed,” she said. “It was a helluva battle.”

Cr Turner says the way is now clear to continued page 4 Mahurangi College’s Lauren Mitchell, Nina Su and Richard Scott are urging the public to support a black tie dinner and livestock sales to help Cantabrians.

Canterbury fundraising cranks up Residents have responded generously in the aftermath of the Christchurch quake but the giving isn’t over yet as schools and businesses turn their energies and imagination to the ongoing needs of

the people of Canterbury.

Mahurangi College students are among those who’ve come up with innovative ideas, including a black tie dinner and a percentage of livestock

sales, to keep students and the wider community engaged in fundraising for the Red Cross Earthquake Appeal.

The three-course black tie dinner continued page 8

Inside this issue Canterbury fundraising

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A total of 27 people have so far drowned this year, including toddlers, young adults and senior citizens.

Warkworth swimming advocate and Ruth says the number of children Mahurangi Sport and Recreation currently receiving quality swimming Collective chair Ruth Mills says more tuition in this area is “pitiful” for needs to be done to teach people to a coastal district with a population swim. She is a driving force behind a nearing 17,000. campaign to see a local aquatic facility “Looking at statistics for the Warkworth established in Warkworth.

Subdivision, probably less than 15 “This means providing water percent of children aged under 14 years confidence, formal swimming tuition, are receiving swimming tuition. The aquatic exercise such as aqua aerobics, only swimming facility available locally hydrotherapy for the elderly and is the Mahurangi College pool, which disabled, cross training opportunities has restricted access.” for athletes, off-season training for Ruth says water safety education and summer water sports such as surf basic swimming tuition are essential lifesaving, underwater sports, and of life skills that all children and adults course leisure,” she says. need to learn. But, swimming and Funding for a feasibility study, to water safety tuition is also a specialised determine site options for an aquatic skill, which a lot teachers aren’t facility, has been sought from confident to deliver. Added to this is the sheer numbers of pupils who need Auckland Council.

“Incorporating it with the Warkworth tuition and the limited school time Showground’s multi-purpose allocated to swimming classes. development is an excellent option, “Most school pools are uncovered but there are others that need to be and unheated which means they can thoroughly investigated and considered. only be used during term one, placing “Auckland Mayor Len Brown has further restrictions on classes.” launched an investigation into the Ruth says that ideally, children and feasibility of providing free admission adults should be continually learning/ to Council-owned swimming pools reviewing water safety and swimming across Auckland, but this will be skills. of little benefit to areas such as “Aquatic exercise is the only healthy Warkworth which do not have even activity that can be undertaken by have a swimming facility.” everyone from cradle to grave.”

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Auckland Council unveils draft 12-month expenditure plan – Wellsford library in

Other than roading, the development of the hockey grounds at the Warkworth A&P Showgrounds and the Wellsford Library are the two big ticket items contained in the Auckland Council draft annual plan, which is currently out for consultation.

Many items listed in the former Rodney members joining them when the early payment discount and a 10 per Long Term Council Community Plan councillor bus arrives in their area. cent penalty for late payment. Council is (LTCCP) appear to have fallen by the The draft plan explains the Auckland seeking community feedback by April 1. wayside or have had their budgets shorn. Council’s plans and budget for the However, the plan lacks specific detail 2011/12 year which are contained in What’s Rodney getting? on expenditure and when Mahurangi Council’s 2010-19 long-term plan. The draft Auckland Annual Plan Matters went to press, Council was still The long-term plan consolidated the provides the Rodney Local Board endeavouring to verify the figures. plans and financial projections of the with an overall operating expenditure of $11.5 million (from a total budget The plan outlines the council’s eight predecessor councils. proposed activities for the year to the Key proposals include expenditure Auckland-wide of $345 million) end of June 2012 and agreements of $1.8 billion on services and $773 and a capital budget of $7.6 million between the governing body and million on capital projects, and a ($504 million Auckland-wide). The the 21 local boards on the boards’ proposed rates increase of 4.9 percent. following figures are provided as a proposed activities for the year.

The draft plan also aligns the way guide only. An Auckland Council Once feedback is in, councillors will rates are charged across the region by spokesperson said all the budgets that go on a road-trip around the region introducing four rates instalments per were notified in the draft Annual Plan to hear submissions, with local board year for all ratepayers, a 1.5 per cent were still being “verified”.

Project 2011/12 Rodney Project 2011/12 Rodney

LTCCP LTCCP Roading/transport Warkworth SH1 intersection improvements1 Western Collector – design & partial construction Road reseals Sealing extension Leigh Centre upgrade

690,000 712,000 1.03m 1.06m 2.6 n/a 110,000 n/a 155,000 n/a

Stormwater Matakana, Pt Wells, Leigh & Omaha stormwater works, Matakana network upgrade

$206,000 214,000

Water Wellsford water supply Warkworth Sanderson Road bore

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Parks/open space Ahuroa, upgrade & carpark Wellsford Centennial Park carpark Hardcourt development Rodney Playground replacement Sandspit reserve toilets Sand field & irrigation renewals Sports & sandfield irrigation, Rodney

51,000 128,000 102,000 0 154,000 0 205,000

53,000 132,000 106,000 106,000 159,000 424,000 212,000

Coastal protection Navigational dredging, Sandspit channel Coastal structure renewals Ramp upgrades Rodney Snells Beach seawall Sandspit seawall Rainbows End seawall Whangateau Domain seawall Wharf & jetty renewals

2.05m 0 52,000 52,000 0 0 103,000 0

2.1 384,000 53,000 53,000 32,000 11,000 107,000 159,000

Briefs Rodney selection re-think The National Party’s selection of a candidate for Rodney to replace Dr Lockwood Smith will begin again, amid allegations that nominee Brent Robinson ‘stacked’ membership with supporters from his church. Party president Peter Goodfellow said in a press release on March 4 that it was vital that the process for selecting a candidate was beyond reproach. A choice between Mr Robinson, John Kirikiri, Mark Mitchell, Christopher Penk and Scott Simpson was to have been made on March 2, but the new timeframe for selection is as yet unknown.

Supermarket silence Progressive Enterprises and Buckton Consultants have declined to comment on a standoff over a lease agreement.

Although demolition has been completed on most of the site where the Countdown Supermarket will be built, in Neville Street, the area occupied by Buckton Consultants remains untouched. A spokesperson for Progressive said the Buckton site had been cordoned off for safety reasons.

“We’re currently working through the consent process for the building works so we don’t have a firm timeframe for development as yet,” he said. “We appreciate the community’s interest in when the supermarket will start construction, but it’s not appropriate for us to comment further at this time.”

Prime site vacant

It could be several months before the 700sqm site, formerly occupied by Mitre10 Solutions in Warkworth’s town centre, re-opens. Letting agent Grant Unsworth says although the market is still being scouted for possible tenants, Community assets there has been an enormous amount of Ahuroa Hall renewals 0 11,000 interest already. He says a lot of ideas have Miscellaneous Mahurangi East Community Centre 0 30,000 been put forward, including turning the Warkworth hockey2 , showgrounds 614,000 0 Tapora Hall 0 21,000 Wellsford Library 2.15m 2.22m area into a small mall-type development, 0 22,000 Puhoi fire appliance 177,000 183,000 Wellsford Community Centre but it was too early to speculate on what 0 11,000 Martins Bay & Whangateau holiday parks 0 113,000 Whangaripo Hall the final outcome would be. “I imagine it will be primarily retail, possibly one 1. In a cost-sharing arrangement, Rodney Council had budgeted to spend $4.3 million on five SH1 intersections through Warkworth – McKinney, Woodcocks, Whitaker, Hill St and Hudson – between 2009 and 2012. This was to be spent as follows: $2.4m in 2009/10, large tenant and two smaller shops, but it really is too early to say. It’s a prime $1.2m in 2010/11 and $712,000 in 2011/12. Auckland Council could not provide figures on what was actually spent. location and that size site doesn’t come 2. According to the Rodney LTCCP, development of the showgrounds was budgeted to start in 2014/15. A figure of $1.5m was in the up every day in Warkworth.”

2014/15 budget, with a further $1.5million earmarked for the showgrounds over the following three years.

Wastewater Martins Bay Wastewater Pump Station storage Matakana reticulation Omaha treatment plant upgrade Snells/Algies renewals Warkworth reticulation extension Warkworth treatment plant

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Fruitloop frolic makes a splash for cash Atlas saved Participants in the inaugural Matakana Fruitloop canter through the vineyards had nothing but praise for the event, despite the damp conditions.

Around 600 runners and walkers took part in the seven kilometre charity trail, with dozens shunning wet weather gear to dress as loopy fruits, pirates, insects and runner ducks.

Race winner Mark Rawlinson said he was a last-minute entry but had really enjoyed the course and couldn’t fault the organisation.

Aucklanders Jasmine Petersen and Lita Ang said they would definitely return for next year’s race.

“The scenery was beautiful on a rainy day – it must be spectacular on a fine day,” they said.

Siobhan Hamlet, of Auckland, described the trail as something out of Alice in Wonderland.

From left, Fay McKenzie of Mathesons Bay, Lynette Fray of Matakana and Kath “There were beautiful maze-like Stone of Omaha say they’ll definitely be returning for next year’s Fruitloop. hedges and little houses tucked away.

It was gorgeous, really picturesque.”

The Fruitloop traversed private vineyards, orchards and olive groves usually closed to the public, offering rare access to spectacular coastal and country scenery. Wine tastings and live music cheered the crowds along, with trail-side performances from local bands such as the Highly Strung Ukeladies and the Warkworth Pipe Band.

Organisers have hailed the first Fruitloop “a stunning success” and estimate the event has raised around $10,000 to $15,000 for the Matakana to Omaha Walkway, with a contribution going to the There were mixed messages from the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal. team with the lei and umbrellas. From left are Carmel Draper, Mark Griffiths, Matakana Coast Wine Country and Simon and Sam Mills. chairman Ras Sutherland said the whole event was a remarkable Right, winner of the men’s race Mark community story.

Rawlinson, who manages Oak Hill “Local property owners, trimmed, Wines, of Matakana, takes a wellmowed, planted and even erected gates earned drink. between their properties, and local mins 42 sec, while the first woman businesses donated some amazing home was Francesca Wilkin, who prizes,” he said. “The Fruitloop will be dressed as a tomato and completed the bigger and even better next year. course in 37 min 54 sec. First prize in First place in the men’s category went the youth category went to Lachlan to Mark Rawlinson with a time of 32 Clark, who finished in 42 minutes.

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see the vision of a full multi-purpose complex at the showgrounds come to fruition.

The Atlas site, between the Warkworth Showgrounds and Kowhai Park, makes it a strategic link for pedestrians and the intentions for its future use are outlined in the Warkworth Showgrounds Reserve Management Plan, even though it is not part of that plan.

Rodney Councillor Penny Webster maintained throughout the Atlas campaign that the site was not suitable for public use as a number of people had been killed on that stretch of road.

She believed that pedestrian access could be provided from the back of the Atlas site to the showgrounds, and this could have been negotiated along with any sale.

The Rodney District Council bought the Atlas site in February 2004 and it has an estimated value of $2.1 million.

Spatial plan workshop The Rodney Local Board is coordinating a workshop on the Auckland Plan (Spatial Plan) which will be held in conjunction with the Warkworth Liaison Group meeting next month. Board member Tracey Martin says the workshop will be an opportunity to prioritise local projects ahead of formal consultation later in the year. The meeting will be held in the RSA’s downstairs meeting room on Wednesday April 6, starting at 7pm.

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Local Police were a little upset when they saw the front page story in Mahurangi Matters (Feb 16) which quoted the Minister of Police Judith Collins saying that Warkworth is a high crime area. In fact, the sentence should have read that Warkworth is not a high crime area. A small word but it makes all the difference. Mahurangi Matters apologises for the error.

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Northern rail closure heats up to become election issue The campaign to save the North Auckland railway from mothballing is set to heat up.

KiwiRail chief executive Jim Quinn an election issue, as the current told the Northland Regional Council Government is doing nothing to last month that the 270km line was future-proof us against peak oil.” uneconomic and run down.

Mr Preston said he was “bewildered It was also under-used, with fewer and dismayed” that council’s than two return freight journeys a day. submission in support of the PuhoiMotorway extension He said considerable investment was Wellsford needed to allow for faster trains and promoted a course of action directly opposed to its 30-year Transport larger modern-sized containers.

Mr Quinn told councillors the cost of Strategy, drawn up in 2009. running the trains between Auckland Northland energy systems analyst and Whangarei was almost exactly Steve Goldthorpe fears KiwiRail is not the same as the service was earning, considering the longer term effects of but that the “real cost” of keeping the closing the line. railway open was close to $5m and “I’m thinking in terms of transport that loss was not sustainable. fuels and the fact that New Zealand is Unless freight use increases, the line at the end of oil supply lines,” he says. may be mothballed for five years. Mr “If oil is in short supply it may not just Quinn says KiwiRail wants to work be a case of whether we can afford to with Northland businesses to explore buy it, but also whether there’s any left for us. options.

Mangawhai’s Alan Preston, who is “There needs to be a sustainable coordinator of a national campaign alternative to shifting stuff around the to save rail, has developed a website country other than by road.” to unite groups fighting transport He says KiwiRail is only “going battles. He believes the line’s future through the motions” of consultation could become a hot election issue. and evaluation.

“This government is hell-bent on “I get the feeling that a political putting money into the Puhoi- decision has already been made, and Wellsford expressway and funnelling that we’re seeing a similar situation it away from rail,” he says. “Lack here to when the British government of investment in rail underlines was evaluating whether to close coal the national transport strategy and mines. They’ll be terribly sorry but, in council’s own 30-year transport plan, the end, keeping the line open won’t which advocates moving freight off be ‘economically viable’.” the roads and on to rail.

A decision on the line’s future is “I believe we need to make this expected early next year.

Road due to re-open Matakana Valley Road should now be open to single lane traffic, if Auckland Transport’s work has gone to schedule. After a six-week closure due to a large slip, ‘stop and go’ signalling is allowing single lane traffic through the area from 7am to 6.30pm. Auckland Transport says the road is being realigned well away from the slip area on stable ground. Work is expected to be finished at the end of the month, weather-permitting. Total cost of the job is still being assessed. A spokesperson said the slip was created independently of heavy vehicle movement.

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Do you own a rental property? Are you a shareholder in a Loss Attributing Qualifying Company ('LAQC')? You need to be aware of tax law changes that come into effect on 1 April 2011.

From 1 April 2011, LAQCs will no longer be able to attribute losses to shareholders. The changes will affect all existing QCs (qualifying companies) and LAQCs. What does this mean for you?

If you do nothing your LAQC will become a QC. Any losses will be carried forward to be offset against any future income of the company. You will not be able to offset the losses against your personal income to reduce your tax obligations.

Are there options? Yes, and you should obtain specific advice from your accountant/tax specialist and your lawyer about your particular circumstances.

The options Do nothing and continue as a QC with the tax effect that losses are carried forward and offset against the company's future income; Revoke the LAQC status and trade as a standard company; Change to another business structure such as a limited partnership, partnership or sole trader; or Elect to transfer to a new entity called a 'Look Through Company' ('LTC').

LTCs are a new type of company for tax purposes created by the law changes.

The new rules mean that the owners (shareholders) of a LTC will pay tax on the company’s profit and use the losses, subject to limitations. LTCs are limited liability companies and are still governed by the Companies Act 1993.

Primary differences between a LAQC and a LTC: The owners of a LTC, not the company, will be taxed on the income of the company; The ability to attribute losses is limited to the extent that losses must reflect economic loss; A change of shareholding does not automatically result in a loss of LTC status; LTC status is revocable by notice of merely 1 shareholder (your company shareholder agreement and constitution will need amending to cover this situation); A sale of shares in a LTC is deemed a disposal of the underlying assets (e.g. property) and may result in you being required to pay the Inland Revenue Department for recovered depreciation. This could be a substantial amount.

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Website tracks fundraisers It’s okay to have fun while helping to fundraise for Christchurch and opportunities to show your support are sprouting up throughout the district. There’s something for everyone coming up including formal dinners, school events, an organ recital at Warkworth Anglican Church, a dance at Snells Beach Community Centre, a charter boat day trip to Tiritiri Matangi Island and a book sale at Puhoi. See our special Earthquake What’s On listing (page 8) for details and keep watching our website localmatters.co.nz to find out the latest developments as they unfold, or to post details of your own fundraising events or achievements.

Region pulls together for quake appeals

Charitable status won’t be fast-tracked for groups being established to support the Christchurch earthquake recovery and those wanting tax rebates for their contributions should donate to an established registered charity.

That’s the advice of Warkworth accountant Grant Blackbourn who says enquiries to the Inland Revenue Department and the Charities Commission reveal that, despite numerous requests, there are no plans or special provisions to allow groups to by-pass any of the usual procedures for becoming registered as a charity.

“Groups setting up their own fund will be operating outside of the charitable regulations and anybody donating to that fund is not going to gain a tax deduction. Those wanting tax deductibility should contribute to already registered charities like the Red Cross and the Salvation Army.”

The same earthquake that tore Christchurch apart has pulled the Mahurangi region together in a massive community effort that is expected to see around 200 Cantabrians enjoy respite in the area at little or no cost to themselves.

Mahurangi Presbyterian Church is groups and identify candidates for working with Harveys Real Estate respite and says it was apparent that Warkworth to co-ordinate the everyone is affected to some extent. community-wide response that Public offers of help in the form of includes major contributions from accommodation or entertainment can many businesses, local schools, service be made through a link on the church groups and individuals. website (mahurangipresbyterian.org.

Earthquake response spokesperson, nz). Recent contributions include a to the church’s earthquake fund can Bruce Aariner of the Mahurangi fishing trip, a sailing experience and a be made by contacting Roger at the Presbyterian Church says the response bach at Kawau. Donations of money church office on 425 886. has been huge with more than 100 offers of either vacant housing or billeted accommodation and some Christchurch families are already in Age is proving no barrier to becoming involved in fundraising for Christchurch. the district.

“We see that people who come up here Kowhai Coast Lions sent between distraught but in two to three days in 80 and 100 blankets to the disaster they’re relaxed and able to think about stricken city within a few days of rebuilding or just take time out and the quake this month. The shipment contained a number of handmade turn off.”

However, housing is just part of the blankets, sewn together by club equation as complete care packages are members from patchwork squares, being offered including airport transfers crocheted by Sarah Watts, aged 96. at both ends of the trip, flights, food, Sarah, who farmed with her husband transport and entertainment as well Scotty at Onerahi for more than 30 as budgeting advice and counselling years now lives in New South Wales with her daughter Linda Moore, a services if required.

Air travel costs are a major expense as former Kowhai Coast Lions president. cheap flights are only being offered Club member Lois Burton said the on a standby basis which isn’t always club worried when Sarah moved to suitable for already stressed families Australia that they would lose her and a vital fundraiser is being valued contribution. organised for April 2 with evening “We just think it’s wonderful that she wine and cheese cruises on the Jane has maintained her link with the club Gifford followed by on shore dinners by continuing to donate the squares,” Despite impaired sight and advancing age, Sarah Watts is still crocheting square for those in need. “I just use a big blunt needle these days!” at four locations around the district. Lois said. “We visited a club in Australia (See Earthquake What’s On page 8 or last year and brought home a whole in Warkworth this month, delivering Kowhai Coast Lions expect to localmatters.co.nz for full details). pile of squares which were sewn into more crocheted squares, when the make a cash donation towards the Christchurch relief fund from proceeds Bruce visited Christchurch for three blankets for Plunket, Homebuilders earthquake struck. days while organising a co-ordinator and local families in need.”

“As soon as I heard, I thought ‘this lot from a sausage sizzle and their stall at there to tap into various community Coincidentally, Sarah and Linda were are going to Christchurch’,” Sarah said. the monthly Warkworth Market.

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Rodney District coast to coast & north to Mangawai Heads Photo: (From left) Americans Paul Baker, Julie Katch, James Barry and Richard Lamanna, happy and relaxed in Warkworth after their Christchurch ordeal.

Antarctic crew recuperates in Leigh after quake shake-up A Leigh bach became a silver lining for four American support staff from McMurdo Base in Antarctica who were caught up in the effects of the Christchurch earthquake.

Julie Katch (California), Paul Baker (Washington), Richard Lamanna (Washington State) and James Barry (Rhode Island) were at the end of their summer season contracts on the ice when the earthquake struck.

Christchurch is the New Zealand base that all United States Antarctic when the earthquake struck, sending Program (USAP) staff are regularly her and other customers to a nearby deployed and redeployed through and wall to steady themselves and each the disaster caught Julie and James in other before evacuating to the car park the heart of the city. when the initial shake subsided.

James was enjoying coffee with friends Both walked past some of the city’s at the back of an inner city pub in Sol worst damage on their way to Hagley Square when he heard a loud crack and Park where they thought they would rumbling noise before photographs, be safer, away from buildings during candle holders and alcohol bottles the aftershocks and most likely to started crashing to the ground. meet up with other USAP friends.

“When we saw the bartender and “I saw the facades of these buildings kitchen staff run past, we jumped up completely crumble into the street and and start to run outside, but it was hard pockets of people trying to dig out because there were tables and chairs in rubble. I thought ‘this can’t be real; the way, the ground was moving and it’s like being in a disaster movie,” says we were falling over each other.”

James.

He and one friend made it outside, Julie had left her hostel that morning so while another took shelter under a table. had everything with her in a backpack Luckily the building remained intact and was able to quickly contact family but outside there was a lot of dust and members on her cellphone to let them people were “really freaked”, he says. know she was safe.

Meanwhile, Julie was at the checkout The full story and photos from the in The Warehouse at South City US Antarctic base can be viewed at Shopping Centre on Colombo St www.localmatters.co.nz

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Fundraising under way prepared by qualified local chefs will be held at the school auditorium on March 25. One of the student organisers, Nina Su, says local businesses and individuals have generously backed the plan with donations of goods and services, including major contributions by McEntee Hire Warkworth and New World Warkworth.

Many others have also pitched in with items for auction on the night which will include a Pandora bracelet, pharmacy hampers, local gym memberships, toys and the opportunity to be college principal for a day. Tickets for the dinner are available through the school at $70 each and also include hors d’oeuvres supplied by local cafes, a complementary glass of wine and live entertainment. Group bookings are welcome.

Meanwhile, Y12 student Richard Scott has brokered a plan with PGG Wrightson Wellsford to encourage farmers to contribute a percentage of their livestock sales held at Wellsford Saleyard from March 28-30, which will include sales of sheep, store cattle, prime cattle and beef breeding cows.

“Farmers know what it’s like to have hard times and livestock prices are strong at the moment, so they may be in a position to give something to Christchurch,” Richard says.

PGG Wrightson has agreed to waive its normal six percent commission on fundraising sales and organisers are asking farmers to top up the

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contribution as they see fit, hoping that some will donate 20 per cent or more of their total. Funds will be handled through a school account and will be donated in full to the Red Cross Earthquake Appeal.

Warkworth Primary School students will also be out in force throughout March with an old fashioned “Bob a Job” fundraiser that will see them rolling up their sleeves and taking on all sorts of odd jobs and errands to raise funds for Canterbury.

The children will carry official collection cards for donors to fill in with the amount they’re contributing and all money will go to the Christchurch Principals’ Association to be used to rebuild schools and support children. Organisers hope the public will react positively to the practical fundraiser saying “yes” to children offering to do practical chores for the cause and “digging deep” for their donations.

Businesses or individuals with nonperishable goods that might be useful to Canterbury quake victims, including blankets, clothes, nonperishable food, pet food, toiletries and disposable nappies, can simply bring their donations to Wellsford Inn, 184 Rodney Street or the Mahurangi Matters office at 17 Neville St, Warkworth by Thursday March 17, where they’ll be collected by a truck organised by Wellsford Inn owner Allan Inglis as it heads to Christchurch from Whangarei.

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Organist Dr John Wells will perform with soloist singers Susan Hayday, Beverley Hicks and Tania Verdonk in an Earthquake Organ Recital at Warkworth Anglican Church, Church Hill from 6pm. Entry by donation of $15 or more. Info: phone Daphne 425 0570 or Lorna 422 3562 or visit www.anglican-warkworth.org 18 Earthquake Fundraising Dance with live band “Blast from the Past” Snells Beach Community Centre, 7pm. Tickets $10 from Warkworth Footwear, 3 Queen St or Chappell Print, 3 Alnwick St. Info: Rosemary 422 7409 25 A Black Tie Dinner, auction and entertainment at Mahurangi College Auditorium, 6-10pm (dinner at 7pm). Tickets $70 each (including complimentary glass of wine). Group bookings for tables of 8 or 10 are welcome. Info: Mahurangi College 425-8039.

28-30 PGG Wrightson stock sales including store cattle (28th), sheep & prime cattle (29th) and breeding cows (30th). Six per cent sales commission waived on fundraising sales. Contact Sandra Hawken, Mahurangi College 425 8039 or Grant Pallister of PGG Wrightson Wellsford phone 027 590 2201. All funds towards the Red Cross Earthquake Appeal.

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Jane Gifford cruise and dinner packages organised by Mahurangi Presbyterian Church, in association with Harvey Real Estate Warkworth’s Cash for Canterbury Community Appeal. A twilight cruise at 5.45pm, followed by dinners held at 7.30pm at Wilson Hall Presbyterian Church in Pulham Rd and the Methodist Church Hall, Hexham St (both alcohol and smoke-free venues). A moonlight cruise at 6.45pm followed by 8.30pm dinners at smoke-free, BYO locations, Warkworth Primary School hall and the Women’s Bowling Club at Shoesmith Domain. Tickets $50 each including cheese & wine aboard, from Harveys Real Estate, Queen St, Warkworth and Kodak Express, Queen St, Warkworth. (Passengers must arrive 15 mins prior to departure - sailings will depart strictly on time.)

Day trip to Tiri Island aboard 14m charter launch Sumo and optional guided walk ashore. Twenty-three tickets available at $75 per head.

All funds raised directed to the Red Cross Earthquake Appeal. Depart Sandspit 9am, return no later than 4pm. Info: Dave or Lyn 425 7019 Puhoi Historic Library annual book gala at Puhoi Farmers Market 10am-3pm.

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Shane McInnes Ranger

For the past five-and-a-half years, NZ’s most important nature reserve has been maintained under the watchful eye of Department of Conservation ranger Shane McInnes, 34. Next month, Shane departs Hauturu (Little Barrier), partly to find new challenges and partly to keep in touch with partner and fellow ranger Liz Whitwell, who has joined the kakapo recovery team on Codfish Island, on Stewart Island’s west coast. Shane told editor Jannette Thompson that he felt it was time to move on and although he would miss the early morning bird song of Hauturu, he was definitely looking forward to having a proper weekend off ….

One of the things I’ll miss most when I leave the island will be the lifestyle.

Liz and I are both keen photographers, particularly underwater photography, and we like to dive and kayak. I’ve been diving since I was about 16 and quite enjoy taking my time and looking at the little stuff in the ocean – the anemones and small fish. The big stuff is pretty cool too – Liz had an encounter with a family of orca when she was snorkelling here. They swam up quite close to her but you could sense that they didn’t mean any harm; they were just inquisitive. Living here you get to immerse yourself in the environment and although I regularly do patrols around the island, I’d say I’ve probably only walked over about half of it. Some places are just so rugged and inhospitable you feel they are pretty much untouched by humans.

My job broadly speaking encompasses visitor management, the tuatara programme, boat patrols and general infrastructure and maintenance. Entry is by permit only and everyone who sets foot on the island goes through quarantine. We take the process really seriously – both before departure from the mainland and on the island.

So much effort has been put into eradicating the island of animal and plant pests that the last thing we need is for them to be re-introduced through carelessness. Even the suspicion that there may be a rodent of some kind loose triggers an immediate response and we are constantly setting and checking traps. It can happen so easily – a few years ago a mouse was found in a loaf of bread which was headed for Tiritiri Matangi. It had burrowed itself right into the centre of the bread. It was only the vigilance of the quarantine officer that picked it up and saved what could have been a really costly exercise.

What I love about this job, apart from being as far out of the rat race as it’s almost possible to be, is there really is no such thing as ‘a routine’. It tends to be very busy during summer, but the winters can drag on interminably.

That’s normally when Liz and I try and take a holiday. We usually end up on another island in the Pacific, but

at least its warm. Winters are probably the toughest time because so much of what we do is weather-dependent.

Bad weather keeps us housebound and even though we’ve got some modern conveniences like TV and the internet, it gets pretty lonely. We also have to be careful with the electricity, which is generated primarily by solar panels with a back-up generator.

We get around 400 visitors throughout the year made up of researchers, species translocation teams, supporters trust members and volunteers who may be working on bird species such as the hihi (stitchbird). The Hauturu hihi are the only self-sustaining population left in NZ so a lot of work has gone into monitoring their numbers and health.

There’s also a DOC weed team that comes in for four months every year. In the whole time I’ve been here I’ve only encountered five illegal visitors and most of those were people who just wanted to sit on the rocks. There was one couple who brought their dog ashore so that it could go to the toilet, but Hauturu has been off-limits for so long now that most people know and respect the rules.

The island itself is fairly formidable and looks after itself to some extent – it’s far enough offshore (about 30km from Cape Rodney) not to attract day visitors and there are no safe landing beaches.

The tuatara programme has been one of most rewarding and satisfying things I’ve been involved in. In the early 1990s, the numbers were so low it looked like they were going to become extinct. DOC decided to take some into captivity to begin a breeding programme and a special enclosure was built. They started with eight and when the island was officially declared rat free in 2006, 60 tuatara were returned to the wild. Since then a total of 130 have been released. It’s still a bit unknown how the species will fare but they’re hardy little things and the signs are optimistic. It was a pretty special thing to be part of the team who actually set the tuatara free.

I’m also proud of the inroads we’ve made to eradicate two particular pest weeds – pampas grass and climbing

asparagus. Thanks to funds being available to do some heli-spraying, there is only one particular area on the island now where the pampas is still a problem. The climbing asparagus work has involved ground crews and abseiling into places that would otherwise be inaccessible. When we started we were getting around 30,000 plants annually, now this is down to 300. It’s close to zero density and although it would be nice to think we could rid the island of these pests altogether, that won’t be possible unless they’re eradicated from the coast and inland areas around Leigh and Matakana.

I guess I am a bit of a stickler for the rules where nature is concerned. We’ve taken plenty from our environment; it’s in our best interests to make sure we look after it. When I was a kid I spent a lot of time in the water, poking around the rock pools around the Whangaparaoa Peninsula where I grew up. My dad Grant’s a plumber and my brother’s a builder so really, I should have been an electrician to make the package complete. But I think I might have picked up the ranger bug from my grandparents, Bob and Aileen McInnes, who were custodians of Mansion House on Kawau Island for a few years in the late 1970s. When I left school I studied at Lincoln Uni for a Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management degree and spent a bit of time at Fox Glacier before first coming to Hauturu

with a weed team in 1999. I’m not sure what I’ll do after I leave but I’d like to stay in conservation, and particularly species conservation, as long as I’m still learning and still having some fun.

Liz and I dream of one day sailing a yacht around the world, but our first holiday after Hauturu is a trip to the Galapagos where we’re going to be doing some volunteer work. We’ve been lucky to have worked together a lot over the eight-and-a-half years we’ve been together – we were on Raoul Island for a year before Hauturu – and I think we both agree that there are pluses and minuses to working together 24/7. One of the minuses is that sometimes you just run out of things to say. There’s no point in asking ‘how was your day’ when you know it was exactly the same as yours!

We tend to work on our own projects and I guess respect that we have different working styles. When I think about it, there really aren’t too many downsides to living on the island. The pace of life in a place like Auckland would never suit me and it’s been a real privilege to get the chance to make a difference – Hauturu is unique place, the best example of what NZ’s northern coastal areas once looked like. It deserves the best care and maintenance that we can give it.

Mahurangi Matters thanks Norma Jean Charters skipper Piers Barney and Department of Conservation’s community relations manager in Warkworth Liz Maire for making our trip to Hauturu possible.

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Viewpoint with James Rolfe, Rodney Local Board, Auckland Council

Traction on substantive issues

With the first four months of the new Council and Rodney Local Board behind us, it is clear there are still challenges with the process of governance. Implementing co-governance continues to be an issue, with a certain strain developing between the Governing Body and Local Boards despite the best efforts and best intentions of everyone involved. At times it does appear as though the Mayor and Councillors are riding rough shod over the intended governance arrangements. Some of this obviously stems from a tension in how to decide what is a regional issue to be decided centrally, or what is a local one best devolved to Board level. Nevertheless, we collectively owe it to ourselves, and especially ratepayers, to work through these issues in a timely manner so they do not become a distraction from the actual job at hand.

Something that has been encouraging is meeting and hearing from the diverse array of community groups and organisations throughout Rodney, through attending their meetings and hearing presentations in the public forum at Local Board meetings. It has been fascinating learning about their goals, aspirations and plans for their areas. It is promising that there is such an abundance of people passionately engaged in their communities. That said, it has come as quite a surprise just how large and diverse an area Rodney is, with all the range of issues this entails. Remember, if you have an issue the most efficient way for you to get it resolved will usually be to ring the council call centre (09 3010101).

More constructively, however, is the fact that we are starting to get some traction with substantive issues rather than dealing with process. Recently, as has been reported in some media, the Council has begun to look at a future waste minimisation plan as required by the Waste Minimisation Act. While there are a number of options, the logical outcome is one in which the Council takes more control of waste, in order to rationalise the way in which waste is managed across Auckland. This should see both significant cost-savings for users and environmental benefits of fewer truck movements and less total waste going to landfills. A move to a ‘polluter pays’ model, along the lines Rodney already uses, should see a total fall in waste produced across the region going into landfill.

Currently, Manukau’s household waste is collected at ratepayers’ expense, the result being the largest volume of waste per person in the Auckland region.

The draft plan will go out for consultation in August. Isn’t it encouraging that we may finally be seeing a concrete example of efficiency – one of the main arguments in favour of merging the various Councils of the Auckland Region?

Stephanie Wyllie dissecting sheep lungs and hearts during a biomedical lecture.

Career horizons expanded

Three Warkworth students participated in the 22nd Rotary National Science & Technology Forum, held at Auckland University recently.

The two-week residential forum is Hargreaves, of Mahurangi College, designed for outstanding all round who were all sponsored by Warkworth science, mathematics and technology Rotary Club. students, entering Year 13. The aim Stephanie said they were extremely is to provide them with a better grateful to the Rotarians for the understanding of the tertiary courses opportunity. they may wish to follow. It exposes the “The forum helped me to decide what participants to some of the more recent it is that I want to study at university developments in science and technology, next year and which subjects I need to working in laboratories and field stations take this year in Year 13,” she said. “It at tertiary institutions around Auckland. was also a great opportunity to meet Attending from Warkworth were a variety of people from all over New Stephanie Wyllie, of Wentworth Zealand and Australia who had similar College, and Joshua Free and Thomas interests.”

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A total of 100 Cook’s petrel chicks, close to fledging, were safely airlifted off Hauturu (Little Barrier Island) to a 2400-hectare wildlife sanctuary at Cape Kidnappers, in the Hawkes Bay, this month.

The week-long operation was lead by kiwi conservation expert Dr John McLennan, who is an ecology advisor to the privately-owned Cape Kidnappers and Ocean Beach Wildlife Preserve.

This is the second year that petrels have been shifted between the two locations.

Dr McLennan says that two further translocations are planned – next year and in 2013 – and in total, Hauturu will The relocation of the petrel chicks contribute 350 birds to the sanctuary.

“We estimate that 40 percent of the (above) involved a team of nine from Hawkes Bay, mostly volunteers, who birds will survive to breeding age, and spent eight days on the island. of that total, we hope that at least half will return to the sanctuary to breed,” he optimum age and weight for transfer. said. “The other half will probably never Their burrows were marked and an be deceived and will return to Hauturu.” inspection hatch installed. On the day The sanctuary needs about 50 to 60 of transfer, the birds were carefully have been wonderful and we are very Zealanders to take conservation into their own hands. Whereas once we adult birds to re-establish a viable colony. placed in boxes and airlifted, in a grateful for their support.” sling at the end of a very long rope, Dr McLennan says bone deposits may have thought that it was DOC’s “For a long time Hauturu has been one by helicopter to the Department of in sand dunes at Cape Kidnappers business, we’re seeing that ordinary of few places that offer the petrel a safe Conservation base on the island. indicate that Cook’s petrels were once people getting involved is what’s really breeding haven. This adds a certain Once all the boxes were off the going to make a difference.” common in the area. urgency to re-establishing colonies mountain, they were quickly loaded in other places. If anything were to “When the first petrel chicks returned to One of the Ocean Beach landowners, happen to the Hauturu population, onto the helicopter and flown to Hawkes Bay last year, they were greeted Liz Lowe participated in this month’s Auckland Airport. After being the species would be in trouble.” petrel translocation. transferred to another helicopter, they by a full haka – it was a very moving experience.

The cost of relocating the Studies have estimated that the island were at the sanctuary an hour and 40 “It was great to have the opportunity to hosts around 286,000 breeding pairs. minutes later where they were met by birds is not cheap – probably around put in the hard yards with the volunteers,” While the petrels spend most of their a team of feeders and carers. The birds $20,000 per trip – so it’s a very significant she said. “It was so rewarding to have this hands-on experience.” lives at sea, ranging across the Pacific, were expected to spend about three commitment by the land owners.”

Dr McLennan, who has been involved The sanctuary is also a refuge for other they return to the forested areas weeks at the sanctuary before fledging. around Hauturu’s summit to lays their “It’s a big job that took about nine in wildlife conservation for decades, endangered species including kiwi, eggs in burrows. months to set-up; I’m pleased it’s says he believes there is a change in the tomtits, whiteheads, riflemen and North Island robins, and there are plans for the The translocation process started gone so well. Local iwi – Ngati Wai wind. with the identification of chicks of and Ngati Manuhiri in particular – “There’s a growing trend amongst New release of saddleback next month.

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History

with Lyn Johnston, Albertland Museum

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Traditions roll on

Have you discovered the National Library’s Papers Past website paperspast.natlib.govt.nz? A fantastic online resource for researchers, Papers Past is a treasure trove of historical information, social trivia and advertisements from the earliest New Zealand periodicals including the Albertland Gazette.

Recent newspaper articles about the 2011 A & P Shows reminded me of the Albertland settlers and their agricultural shows mentioned in books, diaries and letters. So I visited Papers Past and found this item from the 26 March 1892 issue of The Observer.

Port Albert – There was quite a ‘redletter’ day here on March 3 when the Annual Show was held in the Agricultural Ground. About 400 people turned out to witness the sights, most of which were up to the usual standard.

The fruit and dairy produce were arranged on tables in the Public Hall, and looked splendid. Whilst the judges were awarding prizes to the successful winners, the public were enjoying themselves by witnessing the sports, which were got up to pass the time away by Mr Robert Walker and his committee. Much credit is due to him for the able manner in which they went off, as there was no accident to mar them whatsoever.

This photograph was taken inside the Port Albert Temperance Hall on 8 March 1906. The exhibits include top quality fruit, veges and flowers. Against the wall are stacks of locally canned peaches and plums. Harold Marsh Collection, Albertland Museum

The following are the results of the sports:- High jump for horses, Mr T Inger 1; tilting the ring for ladies, Miss M Wilson 1, Miss E Wilson 2; tilting the ring for gentlemen, Mr T Mander 1. By the time these three events had been decided, the judges had finished their work in the hall and

most of the time was then spent in viewing the exhibits.

A splendid tea was partaken of about 5.30, catered for by Mrs Hartnell, which was enjoyed by all, and the hall was again cleared, and a concert followed, when a lengthy programme was gone through by local and other

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Citizens Advice Bureau – Awareness Week

Who’s your local know-it-all?

From October to December last year, Citizens Advice Bureaux in New Zealand dealt with more than 120,000 enquiries on every topic, ranging from how to have documents signed to requests for help to negotiate traumatic and complicated family situations.

At the Wellsford bureau, legal services anything. If people are not sure who top the list of enquiries with goods to approach about something, or what and services, transport, relationship to do next, they can ask us.” problems, uncertainty around The bureau can be contacted on 423 employment rights, rental housing 7333 or on the web at www.cab.org. and debt all featuring in the ‘top 10’ nz/wellsford enquiries.

“Like all Citizens Advice Bureaux, our A bureau spokersperson says that service to the public is provided by sometimes it’s the little bits of advice volunteers – and we’re always looking that make the difference. Others for more. All our volunteers receive might need help, understanding, full initial training, as well as ongoing government forms and/or letters. training to ensure they are up-to-date, “We are also seeing people who have and they are guided and fully supported been made redundant from jobs and throughout their time with us. are struggling with debt and having to Volunteering lets people contribute to go on to a benefit for the first time,” she their own community, to use existing says. “This can be a very stressful time skills and develop new ones. As we so it’s even more important that people are a national organisation, there are know the Citizens Advice Bureau is opportunities to share your skills with there for them. We do not judge the others throughout the country. person or their circumstances.”

The first New Zealand bureau opened People also use the bureau to get in Grey Lynn in 1970; Wellsford directions, use the phone, or even for opened in 1986. There are currently 91 a bit of company.

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Night for sporting stars The Kaiwaka Sports Association will recognise its high achievers at the annual Sportsperson of the Year Awards Dinner next month. The presentation will be held at the Kaiwaka Sports Complex on Wednesday April 13. Tickets are available from Cheryl Anderson phone 431 2051.

US ambassador David Huebner at Rodney College.

US Ambassador visits Rodney While he may be more used to handling questions of international law, trade negotiations and arbitration, United States Ambassador David Huebner seemed at ease tackling more frivolous topics raised by teenagers at Rodney College when he and his partner Dr Duane McWaine visited their school last Tuesday (March 8).

The pair was welcomed by the school’s kapa haka group and dignitaries, including kaumatua that support the college, before Mr Huebner gave a brief outline of his Wellington-based role and invited pupils to ask him anything. Students took him at his word and quizzed the international lawyer and law school professor on everything from whether he backed the LA Lakers, had tried a hangi, or had met Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga and other celebrities, to aspects of his openly gay relationship, his age, his clothes, his income, his Facebook presence and what car he drives.

Educated at Princeton University and Yale Law School himself, Mr Huebner urged students not to fixate on unrealistic desires to be professional sports and entertainment stars, but rather to develop their potential as professionals like scientists, doctors, engineers, professors and teachers.

“You can make really good money using your brain,” he said. However, he also emphasised his belief in giving back to the community.

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Addressing a group of senior girls, he acknowledged the visit coincided with International Women’s Day, for which this year’s theme was equal access to education, training, science and technology. While things seemed “pretty good” for women now, he said there was still progress to be made.

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Lisa was diagnosed last year after still on a regime of painkillers. suffering from persistent pain in her “I’ve accepted the fact that I have it lower back. and that there is no cure. It will only “Once I realised the pain wasn’t going get worse but there are ways for me to away, I didn’t hesitate to go see my manage it. doctor,” she says.

“I am looking forward to attending “I had x-rays done and when they the Arthritis Clinic (see other story this came back my doctor told me I had page) because I have a lot of questions no cartilage in my spine – it was just and I want to find out more about bone on bone and I had spurs growing what I can do to help myself and and that’s what was causing the pain.” reduce my pain in other ways than As the cartilage breaks down, the joint resorting to painkillers.” loses shape, the bone underneath Osteoarthritis occurs as a result thickens and grows out at the sides (like of mechanical breakdown in the spurs), further reducing movement. structures affecting the joints. This Lisa says daily activities that she used happens most often in the large weight to do without a second-thought, now bearing joints such as the knees, hips cause her difficulty. and spine.

“I still drive but it isn’t easy because I More than half a million New can’t sit down for any length of time. I Zealanders are currently living with have to slowly ease my way down and arthritis. It affects one in six people I have to sit in a certain position to over the age of 15 years and one in ease the pain.” every three people over the age of 45 Before Lisa was diagnosed, she says she years. was quite active and loved to walk.

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“The clinic is for people who are suffering from any form of arthritis, which also includes, gout, ankylosing, fibromyalgia and lupus,” she says. “I will explain in depth with the client what arthritis is, go over the issues they will or are already facing, and explain the process of arthritis and ways they can self manage pain.” The clinic will cover both orthodox medicines such as physiotherapy and alternative medicines such as herbal supplements. Sue suggests bringing in x-rays. For a consultation at the clinic call Tess at Homebuilders on 425 7048.

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Arthritis educator Sue Thomsen (right) with arthritis client Karen Pratt.

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Free Clinics with Arthritis Educator – Call us to make an appointment to see Sue Thomsen RN, Arthritis NZ Educator, who can assess you, help you to understand the process of your arthritis, make informed choices and make suggestions to maximise lifestyle. Wednesday, 6 April at Homebuilders.

Fun with Kids in the School Holidays – Bring your children aged 4-12 for fun activities and have a special time with one or all of your children. All materials for cooking, craft & games supplied. Please enrol for this course with your name and contact number and the name and age of each child you are bringing, plus the names and ages of children for crèche. Tuesday 19 April 9:30-12:30 at the Methodist Hall. Tutors: Maureen, Sandy & Natalie

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Phone 09 945 0320

Fun with Kids in the School Holidays – More fun activities different from previous week.

Friday 29 April 9:30-12:30 at the Methodist Hall. Tutors: Maureen, Sandy & Natalie.

Bag of Tricks for Parents & Caregivers: Here’s a chance to learn new skills in a relaxed & friendly environment. This course will cover the following topics: Dealing with Feelings, Gaining Cooperation, Instead of Punishment & Problem Solving & Family Meetings.

3 Tuesdays: 17th, 24th & 31st May from 9.30-11.30 at Homebuilders. Tutor: Terry Healey

4 Earlsway, Warkworth ben@balancedspine.co.nz www.balancedspine.co.nz

Bag of Tricks Part 2: Siblings without Rivalry & When Kids Fight: For those who have completed the Bag of Tricks course, Part 2 is relevant for families with more than one child, covering some strategies to minimise fighting and bickering. 2 Tuesdays, 7th & 14th June from 9:30-11:30 at Homebuilders. Tutor: Terry Healey

Ben is now in Warkworth 4 shifts a week Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

ALL COURSES ARE FREE OF CHARGE FREE CHILDMINDING AVAILABLE ON REQUEST WHEN YOU ENROL For more information or to enrol call Homebuilders on 425 7048 or email: homebuilders.courses@hotmail.com

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By Liz Cole, Homebuilders Family Support Worker

This is a poignant time to be writing about grief with the latest earthquake in Christchurch. I am also mindful of the recent passing of some much loved people in our community. I wish to acknowledge all of the losses each of you have experienced in your lives. Loss and grief are a part of the universal human experience and yet it is something many of us wish to avoid. Grief creates some very uncomfortable and difficult feelings. As we are all unique individuals so too is our grief process. When supporting our family or friends through grief it is helpful to accept that they will do it their own way and that this is okay. It is helpful to get in touch with your feelings.

This may require you to stop, breathe and feel. You may want to go to a special place like a beach, your garden or a park, take your shoes off and just notice how you are feeling. It may help to write a letter to the person who has died.

You can honour your grief by creating your own rituals (lighting candles, creating an area with photos and fresh flowers, releasing a helium balloon with a love letter) or using rituals already established in your life (like going to church or doing meditation). The gift of loss is the experience of love and support from your community. So step up and express your care of others. Ask how you can help. Take initiative and be supportive (do chores, remember and acknowledge important dates, provide nutritious food, and share how you feel).

Kia kaha, have strength.

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Come and see us for an assessment and we can start you on your Pilates journey.

Back into the swing of things North Rodney has some exciting new activities for the local under five population.

Dance Classes – Sonya Lewis (formally Amethyst Dance Academy) has created a new dance class at Dance Dimensions, in Warkworth, aimed at 2 to 3.5 year olds. Classes are an early introduction to classical ballet/ jazz using improvisation and guided choreography. If there is enough interest she is hoping to hold another class on Tuesdays and maybe run a ‘boys only’ class so that they can dance around to loud fast music and leave to the girls to enjoy the pink frills of ballet. Info: Call Sonya on 422 3452.

Playgym – Yes! Playgym is happening this year and Friday sessions have started. Come along with your active toddler to the Scout Den, Shoesmith St, Warkworth. Info: Laura 027 533 5440.

Toddlers, Tantrums & Time Out – Toddler tantrums can be exhausting and challenging. If you have ever found yourself saying ‘What should I do with this child?’ You are not alone! Come along to an interactive and practical seminar exploring techniques for dealing with one to three-year-old behaviours.

A must for every parent. Seminar runs Wednesday May 25 at 7.30pm. Info: Laura Morley 027 533 5440 or email superkids@windowslive.com Storytime session – Local libraries are back up running their reading,

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Why not pop in for some fun and a chance to meet some other families.

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From a full diagnostic hearing test, to the selection and fitting of hearing aids, Hearing Care Northland will ensure you are comfortable and fully informed throughout the process.

Hearing Care Northland deals with all the major funding bodies such as ACC, War Pensions, Super Gold Card, AccessAble and WINZ, and any of our friendly audiologists can advise you on which option you may be eligible for and assist you with the application process.

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Springboard mentoring provides youth with guidance The 4U-mentoring programme, run by youth training group Springboard, of Snells Beach, has 20 mentors but more are needed.

The organisation’s founder and look up to someone, often for the first director Gary Diprose says the time, and to gain essential life skills to programme is designed to help at-risk build self-esteem. youths, aged from eight to 14 years.

“Some of the male youths prefer “These are kids who have been someone older who is more like excluded from school, have been in a grandfather-figure, while others trouble with authorities and who are choose a younger, sporty type who just going down the wrong path,” they can do activities with.” he says. “If we can establish a good mentor for them, we can help turn Springboard would like to hear from their lives around before they get into anyone who would be willing to be a positive role model for a troubled youth. a destructive lifestyle.”

Springboard assesses the youth’s The mentors will be screened and background, interests and problems. trained. Meetings are held weekly and They then seek a mentor who has after a year, the relationship is reviewed similar interests and whom they feel and the partnership may continue. would be a good match.

Info: Call Gary on 425 4623 or visit “It’s an opportunity for the child to www.springboard.org.nz

Youths in Springboards 4U mentoring programme enjoy a day out at Snowplanet with their mentors.

Mobile breastscreening service replaces Warkworth-based facility Breastscreening services in Rodney will be moving to fully digital technology from the middle of this year with the introduction of a new BreastScreen Waitemata Northland digital mobile unit. The move to fully digital technology in Rodney will see the two fixed breastscreening sites in Warkworth and Orewa replaced with up to six mobile sites from July 1.

“The two fixed sites, currently subcontracted from Hibiscus Radiology

will be replaced by a mobile unit owned and operated by Waitemata DHB,” BreastScreen Waitemata Northland manager Moira McLeod says.

“The new mobile unit uses the latest in digital breast screening technology and means the screening process will be shorter and more hassle-free for women as we are able to capture and check the quality of the image immediately, without having to wait for films to be developed.

“The digital unit will increase accessibility and choice for women aged 45 to 69 to the free national BreastScreen Aotearoa programme in Rodney.

“Fixed sites do not reach rural women in Rodney whose needs are shown to be best met by mobile outreach services in their community and input is being sought from women and local GPs to find the sites in Rodney that will best serve their needs.”

A number of public meetings are also being held for people to wprovide their input on suitable sites.

In Warkworth, a meeting will be held at the Rodney Women’s Centre, Town Hall, Alnwick St, on March 24, from 10.30am-12.30pm.

Mrs McLeod says Hibiscus Radiology will continue to deliver BreastScreen Aotearoa services for women in Orewa and Warkworth until June 30.

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Choosing the wedding dress, not a job to be rushed When choosing a wedding dress, the advice for brides-to-be is simple – try on as decision.

Dressmaker and wedding dress retailer, although just-below-the-knee dresses Valerie Shepherd has had years of are proving popular for more casual, experience working with brides, starting less traditional weddings. Satin, silk as an assistant at Maree de Maru in and chiffon never go out of style, and Auckland not long after leaving school. a lot more lace and embroidery is being “Sometimes a girl comes with a specific added this season. style in mind, which she has seen in a “Fascinators are always popular, but a magazine,” Val says. “This is fine but they lot of girls are choosing a veil instead shouldn’t be afraid to step out of their because of how great they look in the comfort zone because wedding gowns photos. are really quite different from anything “Most girls go for something fairly else they will probably ever wear. traditional, although every now and By trying on a range of dresses, they then you do get a request for something get to see what really suits them and a bit ‘way out’. Some girls don’t want feels right. The results are often quite white or cream, and I’ve done black and surprising.” even red dresses. At one wedding they Vals says although fashions come and went for a whole medieval theme.” go some wedding gown styles remain Shoes vary as well, from jandals and perennial. sneakers to expensive and elegant heels.

Long is still the most popular length, Bridesmaid dresses have become a lot

Couples for Christchurch Many couples, especially those who have been previously married, ask guests to donate to a worthy cause in lieu of wedding gifts. This idea could be taken up by couples who would like to contribute to Christchurch earthquake relief.

It is also possible to touch on the theme in other parts of the ceremony: if planning is already underway, red and black could be added to decorations for the reception and cake, and the bold could even dye their veil or headdress red, or carry a red bouquet wrapped in black ribbon.

many styles as possible before making a

less prescriptive, but a length just above the knee is still the norm.

“It may be a sign of the times but a lot of brides are choosing more functional dress styles for their bridesmaids, which the girls can easily wear again at other occasions.”

Val’s final piece of advice is not to leave the dress to the last minute.

“You don’t want to choose the dress too far in advance, but on the other hand, you should be starting to make a decision at least four to six months out from the big day.”

Choosing a wedding dress is one of the most exciting, and also most difficult, tasks a bride-to-be faces.

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The true origins of many wedding traditions are lost in the misty veils of time, but nuptials and flowers have gone together for centuries.

Wearing a wreath of flowers or greenery during one’s wedding dates back to ancient Greece and Rome.

Just as Olympic champions were crowned with laurel wreaths, both brides and grooms were decked with beautiful flora. These fruitful garlands symbolised fertility.

Many sources suggest that the bride’s bouquet shares these ancient roots.

In addition to wearing flowers on her head, the bride might carry a bunch of pungent herbs, the strong scent of which would ward off evil spirits and bad luck. Garlic, chives, and sage were popular bouquet blooms for this reason. Dill, thought to increase sexual desire, was sometimes included.

Flowers and herbs continued to be a part of wedding ceremonies throughout the ages. Rosemary symbolised remembrance and fidelity in the Middle Ages and Renaissance.

In China, orange blossoms meant both innocence and fertility. This custom made its way to Spain, where brides began to carry orangeblossom bouquets.

Brides in the Mahurangi area are spoilt for choice when it comes to wedding photo locations. Photo, Hot Shots.

Shop around to find the right photographer When planning a wedding, most brides and grooms are hiring a photographer for the first time, and the process can be daunting. How to choose?

Mahurangi photographer Marc photographer is someone you need Prices Herbulot offers some advice: to feel personally comfortable with. Wedding photography can be Ideally, your photographer will make expensive. Why? Because it is a part Shop around Have a look at some photographers’ you feel relaxed and at ease so that of your wedding that you do not websites, as well as wedding magazines. you begin to forget he is even there. If want to mess up. A lot of pressure You will probably have a better idea it’s something you would like, he/she and work goes onto the photographer of the styles you are after. You can should be willing to meet with you as on the day and post-production, then pick a few and start organising the event approaches to go over your before you see those photographs.

Costs can range from free (friend or some meetings. Meeting three or four plans for the day. family) to $10,000. Location can also photographers will give you a good Experience level indication as to who is right for you.

How experienced are they? Has he/she have a bearing on cost, but generally, Compatibility photographed other weddings? Does a good photographer will cost continued next page Unlike a caterer or florist, a wedding he/she do this for a living or for fun?

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want to find out is whether you will have rights to the use of the photos.

Some photographers require that you purchase all prints through them in perpetuity. A better arrangement is if he or she gives you the digital images and/or negatives so that you’ll be able to produce prints whenever you want and at reasonable prices.

Once you’ve considered all the details, the important thing is your gut feeling. Just ask yourself, is this the right photographer for me and my wedding?

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between $2500 and $4000 depending on what you want.

Booking Book as soon as you have your wedding date and reception confirmed. The most sought after photographers take bookings 12 to 24 months in advance.

Contract The wedding photography contract protects both you and the photographer. It should outline exactly what you will pay and exactly what you will get for your money and when. As the creator of the images, the photographer will always retain the copyright to his or her work. What you

If you already have everything for the home, or you can’t quite afford the honeymoon you really want, then the Flight Centre Bridal Registry is for you.

With Flight Centre’s Bridal Registry your guests contribute to your honeymoon as their gift, and this allows you to enjoy the honeymoon of your dreams.

Call 09 422 3302, visit us at 54 Queen Street or email warkworth@flightcentre.co.nz and let one of our consultants do the rest. fli100178

See Alison for the additional touch to your outfit. “ If i haven’t got it, i’ ll try and get it” • Quilting • Beading • Needlework and • General Haberdashery requirements

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Every bride wants to look stunning on her wedding day and the best way to achieve this is with make-up that enhances natural beauty.

Mobile hair and make-up artist Alison Brewer says using nude colours, beiges, browns and soft pinks will achieve a natural look.

“Foundation will only look as good as the skin underneath,” she says. “A bride should start a skin regimen six months prior to the her big day. She needs to start exfoliating, eating well and drinking plenty of water as this will help her complexion and show off her natural bridal beauty.”

The wedding location will also sometimes have an impact on a bride’s make up. If the wedding is outside, humidity can be a factor.

Alison recommends booking a makeup artist at least six months in advance, even more, while mild cleansers won’t as they can be busy in the wedding effectively clean oily skin. season. “A trial should be done a few Get regular facials at a reputable salon weeks before the big day and at this (seek recommendations from friends time the colour of the dress, shoes and and fellow brides in your area). the colour of nail polish should be Remember to wear sunscreen every taken into consideration.” day. Using a moisturiser with a builtMake up tips in SPF (15 or higher) is a foolproof Start a skincare regimen at least six way to make sure you incorporate it months before the wedding day. Make into your daily routine. an appointment with a dermatologist for Don’t forget that healthy skin doesn’t advice. Purchase the right products for only come from cleansers and your skin type. Harsh scrubs or cleansers moisturisers. Eat right, exercise and will only make sensitive skin break out get plenty of sleep.

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Not Just Hats We can supply the finishing touches for your entire wedding party.

Come in and see Angela & Rae who will help choose your accessories to complement your outfit.

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Hair care an essential element Consider personal style, the wedding dress and where the reception will take place when deciding on bridal hairstyles.

Roccoco Hair hairdresser and owner “Three months beforehand is a good Raoul Robertson recommends a more timeline to work with especially if the bride would like to do trials or would natural look for bridal hair.

“Hairstyles for weddings don’t tend to like her hair coloured before the big change, it is what is in fashion at the day,” she says. time that influences the style of the do,” Determine a schedule with a stylist for he says. “Looks from the past are coming a pre-wedding cut, colour and other back like hairstyles with a lot of height, treatments. which was seen in the 50s, have been For hair that’s shiny and healthy, start popular. I think the next fashionable getting deep conditioning treatments phase in hair will come from the 80s.” six months before the wedding day.

Kreme hairstylist Triscia Byran says Popular hairstyles have always been a it is best to book with a hairstylist as French roll, curls, hair that is half up soon as possible. and half down and ponytails.

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White weddings go green Sustainability may not be a romantic word, yet it is a growing trend for couples to consider their carbon footprint and other environmental issues when planning their wedding.

Not everyone has to arrive at their wedding on a bicycle, make their own wedding dress and bake their own cake, although for some these are options. The less committed may consider issues such as reducing the amount of driving that guests will need to do through a choice of location for the service and reception, supporting local businesses when buying items for the wedding and donating left over food rather than throwing it out.

Here are some more tips for the ‘green’ wedding: yy Consider purchasing a pre-loved wedding dress. Some are for sale as second hand, but have never Recycled or vintage wedding dresses actually been worn, being the save dollars as well as the planet’s resources. result of a bride’s change of plans.

Alternatively it may be possible to yy Look for organically grown or rent your wedding dress from a local locally grown flowers. bridal shop. yy Choose wedding favours created by yy Vintage wedding rings can be a local artist or provide native tree remodelled to create something seedlings. unique. yy Think about using less electricity, yy Give your guests the option of giving by choosing a venue that has natural donations instead of purchasing light and getting married during the gifts day rather than in the evening. yy Send an E-vite, or have invitations yy Serve local wine or organic wine depending on your budget. made on recycled paper

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If gourmet food is going to be served, then keep the guest list to a manageable size or restrict bar offerings to wine and beer.

Give guests choice, say caterers The food at a wedding is an important aspect of the day.

Experienced caterers says there should “It is essential to choose foods that will be enough range to cater for all tastes, suit the environment. For example, if the and it should still be affordable and wedding and reception are outdoors, at the beach, perhaps remember to choose easy to manage.

Feast head caterer Lindy Newman foods that can take the temperature. suggests booking a caterer as soon as Some foods are not appropriate. For instance, little desserts like cheese cakes possible. will go soft and soggy in the heat.”

“It’s best to figure out where you Lindy says couples can choose from will be having the reception first as a pre-prepared or set menus, or can caterer needs to know what there will tailor their menu to suit themselves. be at the venue to work with,” she says. She says most things are possible.

“Most caterers should be able to set up “It is best to let the caterer know about and create a kitchen anywhere.” dietary requirements in advance, but Most caterers will prefer to use their vegetarian dishes are normally a standard addition.” own equipment.

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High Tea dates from the Victorian period when people would have a light snack in the afternoon, as dinner was usually served late.

Brookview Cottage in Matakana has been specialising in both morning teas and afternoon teas for four years.

Owner Lynne Curry says the high tea theme is proving very popular.

“People want something different for their hens’ parties, weddings or functions,” she says. “Having high tea can suit anyone as there are different foods to nibble on from cakes, scones and slices to mini pastries, sandwiches and cheese and crackers along with different assortments of tea, bubbles and pink lemonade.

“It’s a relaxed and peaceful occasion, and can take the stress out of a wedding.”

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“We can also just take a couple for a  “We really enjoy the surprise factor,” scenic tour. There is some beautiful   she says. “We have flown brides in scenery in the Rodney area. All   from as far away as Half Moon Bay to passengers flying with us receive VIP  treatment.” a wedding in Sandspit.”

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Owner of Bloom Saloon Lucy Rowsell Lucy recommends booking the flowers says anything goes with flowers these a month in advance and to have another option in case the preferred days.

“While traditional flowers are still flowers cannot be sourced or if there is popular, like roses in neutral colours, a problem with the flowers on the day. people are choosing more funky Rich ambers, oranges and reds colours and types of flowers like complement autumn weddings, while silver, gold and cranberry suit winter hydrangeas,” she says.

“It’s a good idea to give the florist affairs. Pale pink, blue and green work photos of the wedding dress, swatches well for spring weddings, and rich of bridal party attire to match colours, beach colours or citrus hues are great the age of the flower girl to help for summer soirees. determine what she can carry, photos Choose blooms that match the of the tuxedos, and the colour of the formality of the wedding. Daisies work attire that will be worn by the mothers perfectly for a casual outdoor wedding, while lush roses give a formal tone. of the bride and groom.”

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Chocolate tiers steal the cake A three-tier chocolate mud cake is currently the most popular wedding cake, according to Wendy Parish from Wendys Parish Cakes.

“I am happy to make any kind of cake, whatever the customer wants,” she says. “But it is helpful if the bride knows beforehand what she would like or brings a photo along.”

Wendy also recommends ordering the wedding cake at least two months in advance.

“At the very least, we need two weeks notice as it can take up to four days to bake, ice and prepare the cake.”

Wendy says couples should remember to establish with their cake maker whether or not they will deliver the cake.

Cake-a-licious owner Wendy Harrow recommends that if brides are going to make their own cakes, they should practise.

“It’s not as easy as they may think,” she says.

It is important to note that the environment of the wedding plays a big part in cake and icing choice.

“Cakes need to suit the conditions. cake. Stick to a simple design, unless Most icings are made to last but cakes the caterer is also an experienced don’t last well in the fridge as they confectioner. sweat. Sometimes it is best for the cake y y Interview the baker in person, if to arrive just before it is to be cut.” possible, and ask to see samples Wedding cake tips of his or her work before signing yy Plan to order the wedding cake a contract. Ask for references. If six months in advance. Marrying request is denied, move on—that’s during the peak wedding season a red flag. may mean a longer lead time. yy Determine a head count before yy Do some research to find styles and meeting with a confectioner. The confectioners. Make a list and seek price of a wedding cake is calculated recommendations from friends or by number of servings and level of brides in your area. design. yy Look to personal style, wedding yy Make sure the confectioner has location, season, favourite colour experience creating the kind of cake or flower, or the wedding dress as and/or desserts that is desired. Bring inspiration for cake style photos of cakes you like, swatches of your dress and images of your yy If the budget is tight, check to see reception site. whether the caterer can make a

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So many weekend walks, but so little time

The Troubadour Trail is again shaping up to be one of the favourite walks on the annual Mangawhai Walking Weekend programme, which runs from Thursday March 31 to April 3.

The trail was introduced three years ago and follows a route around the beach and streets of Mangawhai Heads. Along the way, walkers will be entertained by singers, dancers, clowns and musicians, including Fiddllelores and the Mahurangi Ramblers.

Organiser Jean Goldschmidt says it’s an event suitable for the whole family and always proves to be lots of fun.

Altogether, there are about 30 walks on the programme, beginning with the Dome Walkway on March 31, which takes about seven hours and is already over-subscribed.

“Old hands know to book early because the walks fill up fast,” Jean says.

The programme includes “something for everyone and people of all levels of fitness”. They range from doggy walks across a farm, historical, foodie, nature and scenery trails. There is also biking, The Fiddlelores, of Whangarei, will be one of the many groups providing kayaking and caving. entertainment on the Troubadour Trail.

“Locals lead the walks and share their knowledge of the area, which enhances appearance will be one of the country’s will be used by the newly-established Mangawhai Tracks Charitable Trust to top Elvis impersonators. the whole experience.”

A highlight is the Wine and Food Jean says although the walking improve tracks and walkways around Event on Saturday, from 3pm to weekend is designed to promote Mangawhai.

7pm, which features delicious local Mangawhai rather than specifically For further information visit: www. wines and foods. Making a special as a fundraiser, any proceeds this year mangawhaiwalkingweekend.co.nz

Regional awards open for business nominations

The search is on to find local businesses that stand out from the crowd through the Westpac Auckland North Business Awards 2011.

More than 260 business people from the Auckland north area attended the official launch of the awards at North Harbour Stadium on March 10.

Now in their 14th year and with a fresh new look, the awards celebrate the successes of all businesses across all industries, based from the Harbour Bridge to Te Hana.

Auckland Mayor Len Brown described the awards as the pinnacle of celebration for the local business community.

“These awards offer an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the business brilliance,” Mr Brown said.

Businesses can enter up to three of 12 categories, with all winners eligible for the Westpac Supreme Excellence Award.

Another launch event will be held in Orewa on March 23 followed by an entrants’ celebration at North Harbour Stadium on May 5.

Info: www.ens.org.nz/awards

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Warkworth Music Society presents

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Kate Lineham - soprano Rachel Thomson - piano Moira Hurst - clarinet/saxophone These extremely talented musicians perform an exciting programme from classics to jazz.

Saturday 2nd April at 7.30pm at Mahurangi College Hall, Warkworth

Tickets at door Adults $25 • Students Free • Info: 425 7313

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Chamber music groups presents an array of music Elixir is an innovative, exciting ensemble featuring some of New Zealand’s most versatile and well-known chamber musicians – Kate Lineham (soprano), Rachel Thomson (piano), and Moira Hurst (clarinet/saxophone).

They perform at a Warkworth Music ever produced. This is balanced with Society concert next month as part of a Schubert’s famous work, Shepherd on 10 centre tour organised by Chamber the Rock, and Britten’s Cabaret Songs, Music New Zealand. which are lively and witty settings of Incorporating everything from WH Auden’s poetry.

Estonian folk songs to jazz, Moira says Moira has visited Warkworth several the programme promises a “magical times as a member of some very journey through the classics to folk well-received groups such as Saxcess, music and more”.

Ethos and Under Construction.

Thieving Boy has been described as Rachel Thomas was also part of Ethos some of the most beautiful music and other groups that have performed that British jazz musicians, Dame in Warkworth.

Cleo Laine and Sir John Dankworth, Soprano Kate Lineham completed a degree at Victoria University of Wellington before taking up a scholarship to study at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester. She is a Resident Artist, Freemasons’ Opera Scholar and member of the Chapman Tripp Opera Chorus with NBR NZ Opera. While performing supporting roles for the Opera, she has acted as understudy for many of the major roles.

Elixir performs at Mahurangi College Hall in Warkworth on Saturday April 2, at 7.30pm. Tickets available at the door. Enquiries: Phone 425 7313.

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Mahurangi inspires composer Auckland composer, Claire Cowan, has been selected as the 2011 Auckland regional parks Artist in Residence, based at Mahurangi Regional Park.

Claire, from Grey Lynn, is the first composer to be selected for the Artist in Residence position, which offers artists the chance to live and work in a regional park and develop artwork influenced by their surroundings.

Other recipients have included an installation artist, a poet and a painter.

While in residence at Mahurangi, Claire will create a compilation of works sparked by living on the Mahurangi Harbour.

A performance of her compositions is anticipated at Scott Homestead on completion of her residency. She will take up her eight-week residency in October.

Programme organiser Michelle Edge says Claire’s energy, enthusiasm and achievements have seen her very busy over past years.

“This regional park-based residency will be a chance for her to slow down and immerse herself in a more tranquil place,” Michelle says. “She will have the freedom to create her own work, Claire Cowan’s compositions are unconstrained by the needs of clients likely to get their first airing at Scott Homestead. or commissioners.”

The residency is now in its fourth year, against 35 others for the residency. though Claire will be the sixth artist Applications came from over New to live and work within an Auckland Zealand and from artists practising in regional park. Claire competed a wide range of art forms.

Marianda Twydell with Tony Carr who provided her with some back-up support.

Swim satisfies four year promise Most people choose to cross between Tawharanui Peninsula and Kawau Island by boat.

But last month, Warkworth resident Marianda Twydell, who describes herself as being “around the half century mark”, made good a promise to herself that she would swim it.

The two-kilometre crossing, from Jones Bay to Vivian Bay, took her just one hour and 10 minutes.

“I was standing at Highfield Reserve about four years ago, looking out to Kawau on one of those beautiful clear days, when I just decided I had to swim across one day,” she says. “I kept talking about it and then in the end decided I had to do it or no-one would ever believe what I said again.”

Training involved learning how to breathe while swimming freestyle and practising at the cement works several times a week.

Jade River Jet operator Tony Carr and Marianda’s partner Derek made up the support crew.

“One of Reuben’s captains suggested that I do it on an incoming neap tide, when there is a low tidal range between low and high tides, which was good advice because it meant I was swimming with the tide rather than against it. The conditions were near perfect, flat calm and no wind.

I never gave sharks a thought and although I didn’t see any dolphins or whales, I also didn’t encounter any sea lice which was great.”

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Never Let Me Go is based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Japanese born British novelist Kazuo Ishiguro. Voted by Time Magazine as the best novel of 2005, the base material holds high hopes for an equally engrossing big-screen adaptation.

The cast includes young stars Carey Mulligan, Keira Knightley and Andrew Garfield (from The Social Network), as well as Charlotte Rampling and Sally Hawkins. We meet Ruth, Tommy and Cathy as young students of Hailsham Boarding school where it quickly becomes apparent that this place is something different, where teachers are named ‘guardians’ and shelter the students from the outside world. The story follows the three main characters as they move into young adulthood and the love triangle that evolves, and we begin to learn just what Hailsham is really about. Reflective, melancholy, haunting and beautiful Never Let Me Go does the classic novel justice with a quality script, graceful adaptation and fine performances.

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Rango The top team that brought the world the first two films in the Pirates of the Caribbean series unites once again. Gore Verbinski as director and Johnny Depp as main protagonist make for a class combination in this fun, sometimes surreal, immensely creative and stunningly animated family feature. Rango is an ordinary chameleon who accidentally winds up in the town of Dirt, a lawless outpost in the Wild West in desperate need of a new sheriff.

Like many of the better animated films Rango’s visuals and ‘surface’ comedy capture the imaginations of the kids, and the layers of comedy and drama that unfold beneath keep the adult audiences engaged. Rango is now showing; Never Let Me Go, True Grit and My Wedding & Other Secrets all start March 17.

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A one-day summit on March 23 will kick-start consultation on the Auckland (Spatial) Plan.

The Auckland Plan will guide the as transport, housing provision, future development and growth of environmental protection, communities the unified Auckland over the next 20- that are struggling, development of the 30 years. city centre, and connected town centres The summit at the Aotea Centre and villages throughout the region. will bring together civic, political, Council will be inviting people to community and business leaders. share their thoughts on the issues it “This is where it starts,” Mayor Len raises until the end of May. Brown says. “We’ve invited the best Following this, a first draft of the minds from Auckland and New Auckland Plan will be completed in Zealand to put their heads together June and will be the basis for further at this event, and start the discussion discussions. A further draft of the about what Auckland wants to be and Auckland Plan will be released for a needs to be for current and future formal public consultation process generations. starting in August. People will be All Aucklanders will have the able to make submissions on the opportunity to be involved in the Auckland Plan and present their views discussion around key issues such at a hearing.

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Recently the McKinsey Global Institute produced an excellent paper headed ‘Farewell to Cheap Capital? The implications of long term shifts in global investment and savings’. This latest research for global capital markets is in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis and subsequent recession. Among the lingering effects of the downturn are the very low interest rates that prevail around the world at this time. However, as global GDP growth begins to rebound, two critical questions for many businesses, consumers, investors, and governments are whether they should expect capital costs to remain low for the foreseeable future and if not will they be affected by rising interest rates.

The report shows a very high likelihood over the next 30 years of higher interest rates in the order of 1.5% and this is very high when we add bank margins to this increase. The reason for this is the beginning of a new global investment boom. Across Asia, Latin America and Africa, the demand for new homes, transport systems, water systems, factories, offices, skyscrapers, hospitals and shopping centres has already caused a jump in investment. Additonally, many developed countries are finding their infrastructure necessities such as water systems, sewage, motorways, bridges and so on are old and urgently need replacement. The massive shift is unlike the last 30 years as it appears there may be a significant shortage of investment capital to fund this massive demand.

Good news for investors – In essence this means that within the capital markets investors may expect higher future returns across all asset classes and, therefore, they will need to start preparing themselves for this new environment. This will certainly be good news for those preparing for retirement or for those retirees who have been finding things difficult in recent years.

Difficult times for borrowers – If this report’s findings are accurate, borrowers would be wise to budget for significantly higher interest rates for their mortgages or business loans.

Plan ahead carefully – It always concerns me how few individuals actually have a written financial strategy allowing for all the probabilities of this modern world. If this report has any underlying strong message it is showing clearly the need for careful future planning.

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Ray Columbus will be a special guest at the Woodys Winners birthday celebration.

First year celebrates a winner After a year in business, Woodys Winners in Wellsford has given away around $340,000 in lottery prizes and is inviting customers to celebrate its first birthday on April 2.

Joining in on the celebrations will their talents and busk outside. be singer, songwriter, and entertainer Owners Karen and Rob Lennon say Ray Columbus. He will be at the shop they have had a great time in the past from 9am promoting his new DVD year meeting the community. and CD, That’s Country.

“We have had two second division An in-store competition will be run Lotto wins, a car and boat package on the day with five copies of the new won, lots of third division wins and DVD and CD as prizes. some great prizes in Keno, Bullseye Wellsford Country Radio, 105.8fm, and Instant Kiwi,” Karen says. will also be streaming live from the “I love to hear the sound of the music shop from 9am. when the prize is registered.

The Warkworth Lions Club, which “We want everyone to come down is fundraising for the Christchurch and have some birthday cake with us.

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Designed for teams of two, the course will be thrown in to spice up the contest. consists of 15 to 25kms of mountain Adding to the true test of the race, the biking, 5 to 10kms of rugged trail course is kept secret until the day. running/trekking and 2 to 4kms of Although new to New Zealand, kayaking with the multiple legs in Maximum Adventure established each discipline promising an exciting the adventure series in 2002 with its race. The aim is to finish in the fastest first race held at Lake Macquarie in possible time.

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Rodney Hockey keen to recruit new players Rodney Hockey is gearing up for a competitive season, with coach Mark Carrell hopeful that more players will join the club this year.

“We had a successful season last year with players showing huge improvements in their play,” he says.

“We finished in the top eight in the North Island Secondary Schools Mixed Tournament. We were also fourth in the Boys Competition in Whangarei, both commendable results for a team with some new inexperienced players.”

Carrell hopes there will be enough interest to form two teams this season.

Rodney Hockey currently has a senior reserve men’s team and the college team, but would like to form another men’s team and a women’s team.

Mr Carrell says that parent support is great for the Tuesday night games, but getting to competitions and tournaments outside the area has been difficult.

He is hoping there will be enough support to compete in a tournament in Ngatea, in July.

More coaches and managers are needed and the club is also seeking a sponsor to help with team uniforms.

Training starts this month, with the season starting in April.

Info: Mark Carrell on 423 8449.

Leigh goes fishing The Leigh Fishing Contest will be held on Saturday March 26, at the Leigh Hall and school grounds. All fish entered will be auctioned after weighin with funds going to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter service and the Leigh Volunteer Fire Brigade. A hangi is included in the $30 ticket price.

There will also be a silent auction, licensed bar, sausage sizzle, live music, Westpac simulator ride, fire trucks, bouncy castles and an appearance by the Westpac Helicopter. Fishing starts from 3am. Tickets are available at the Leigh General Store and Leigh Motors, Warkworth SportsWorld and Hunting & Fishing in Warkworth.

New Mangawhai lifeguards don the red and yellow After four months of training, Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Life Saving Club has qualified 13 new lifeguards and a new instructor. The Surf Lifeguard Award is the entrylevel qualification. The two-day exam assesses the candidate’s fitness levels, beach management, search and rescue, and first aid skills to become a competent lifeguard on patrol.

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Reigning rugby champs return

A party of 50 rugby and netball players representing Colac Bay, just north of Bluff on the Foveaux Strait coast, will get a taste of Waipu Caledonian hospitality later this month.

Inspired by good friend Jeremy Winders in Southland, who revived a historic rugby match near Invercargill, Waipu’s Paul Sheehan organised the inaugural biennial Waipu vs Colac Bay Shield match in 2009.

After much fundraising, plus sponsorship from Waipu ITM, 21 Waipu Rugby Club ex-players and supporters travelled to Colac Bay to fight – North versus South – on Colac Bay’s hallowed turf.

Paul says both teams are from small rural, coastal Scottish settlements at An action packed weekend planned opposite ends of the country, and the for the visitors from Colac Bay. camaraderie soon became the winner

by Takahiwai’s kaumatua. Colac Bay on the day. currently holds the shield, carved by “The welcome was so overwhelming Waipu plumber Alwyn Jones. that now, two years later, Waipu is After a taste of Waipu’s famous gearing up to return the hospitality in Highland Games at Caledonian Park, its own Northland way,” he says. from 10.30am to 12 noon, the all“Colac Bay is also bringing with them a important matter of the competitions golden oldies’ netball challenge team.” will take place.

An action-packed weekend is planned The netball is scheduled to start at from March 25 to 27. The programme 12.30pm followed by the rugby at 3pm, will include the “welcoming” on Friday with Waipu’s premier side playing the night at Waipu’s Rugby Club rooms, curtain-raiser. The old boys, with their a BBQ breakfast at Waipu Cove Surf secret weapon being none other than Lifesaving Club on Saturday morning famous dairy farmer come musical (to show them what a real beach looks theatre director Lachie McLean, will be like) and the blessing of the shield piped-on in true Waipu style.

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yy Mangawhai Netball Club Registrations. If you did not receive a registration form and would like to play netball this season, collect a registration form from the school office. We are short of Year 2 & 3 Players. Come on give it ago!

Senior players are welcome. For more information contact Pauline 4315335 or Ingrid 4314303 yy Kaiwaka Netball - Students in years 2-8 are welcome to join. Coaches, managers and umpires are needed. Practice will start at the end of the month.

For more information contact Melissa Watts 431 2239 yy Veterans – Coastal Veterans Netball Club Senior Musters will be held on Sunday, March 20, at 5pm, & Monday, March 21, at 6.30pm; Lifeway Courts, 20 Goodall Road, Snells Beach. All players, coaches, umpires welcome. Info: Jeanine on 423 7559 a/h Soccer

yy Mangawhai Soccer Club – It’s that time of year again! The soccer registration will be open till April 9, so make sure you register your kids to secure a place.

Registration forms can be picked up from Mangawhai Beach School office or Contact Ian Spencer on 0274741321 yy Kaipara Knights – Season starts in May, with all games being played at the Port Albert soccer grounds every Saturday. Registration for all ages is open, from under six years right through to adults open grade. Anyone wanting to play can contact May Seager on 431 8494 or 021 238 5328 Indoor soccer

yy Junior indoor soccer is played every Tuesday, from 4.30pm to 5.30pm, at the Mangawhai Beach School gym. The competition is for boys and girls, aged 9-14yrs; cost is $1.50 per person. No shoes, no play. Info: Nikki 021 120 5410.

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yy Tomarata rugby club juniors will hold a registration day at the clubrooms on Saturday March 19, from 1pm to 2.30pm. Boys and girls welcome; new players very welcome and encouraged. Club fees payable on the day – $40 for individuals, $70 for family. New players need to bring along a copy of birth certificate or identification. Info: Sue or Mike 431 5593. yy The Eastern United JMB will hold a registration day at the Kaiwaka Sports Assn on Sunday March 27 at 10am. Fees: $10 a child & $15 a family. Info: Teisha and Shane 431 2578; 027 2644426 or email tkingan@windownslive.com

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Skimboarders plan night tricks at Omaha

The who’s who of NZ skimboarding will be at Omaha this month for a ‘best tricks’ styled skimboarding event.

It will be held at the Omaha skim pit, Omaha Drive on the golf course property, on March 18, starting at 6pm with a BBQ. Organiser Sam Price says he is investing in a powerful lighting set up so the night should be a blast.

“It’s going to be a really exciting event,” he says. “Everyone’s skills are on top form at the moment.”

Top competitors include Sam Price himself and Noah Hankinson, winner of the U18 division at the Frankston skim titles in Melbourne earlier this year. He also won the Waiwera competition last December.

“Overall, I’m hoping this will be the biggest and best skimboarding Up and coming Skimboarder Jamie Whitehouse will be showing what he can do competition NZ has seen.” at the Omaha Skimboarding night event.

Sam says anyone can enter. There is a novice division for those who have not flatland skimboarding. Prizes range from will go towards prizes. had much experience with rails and DVDs to clothing, wax and cash prizes. Info: info@oxsskimboards.com or obstacles, and an advanced division Entry fee is $10, which includes all look for the OXS Skimboards page for those who are more familiar with food and drinks for competitors and on Facebook.

Courses for horses will be a challenge Matakana Pony Club will put riders and horses to the test next month at the annual Master’s Day event. The club’s head instructor Toni Atkins has designed a masters’ maze course where competitors will have to negotiate a tight-turning obstacle course. There will also be a variety of show classes, jumping and games in each ring. The event caters for adult riders over 21 years and for all levels of ability. It has been running for 10 years, with each year receiving a better turn out. “We had more than 40 riders last year,” she says. “The event is one of the club’s major fundraisers. We are very lucky to have the support from Matakana and Warkworth businesses who donate prizes. The event will be held on April 10 starting at 10.30am at the Matakana Pony Club grounds in Matakana Valley Road. Info: Tony Atkins 422 7877

Sports briefs Outdoor movie fundraiser The movie The Blind Side will be shown on New Zealand’s largest outdoor cinema screen on April 9. An open-air cinema is being held at the Kaipara Flats Sports Field with proceeds going towards the Kaipara Sports Club and Ranfurly Hall. Gates open at 5pm, movie starts at 7pm. Tickets can be purchased from Kodak in Warkworth. Corporate seats are available with a gourmet platter included in the ticket price and there will be an open bar. Rain day is April 10.

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Road Race anniversary The Wellsford Road Runners who host the annual Wellsford to Te Hana Road Race are celebrating 50 years this year since the race was first run. The event will be held on April 10 starting at 1pm from School Road. Entries will be taken from 11.30am. Info: Keith Marshall 423 7191 or Darrin Heaven heavend@clear.net.nz

Awards invitation The search for NZ’s most talented young sports people is underway with the launch of the 2011 ASICS Sports Awards. Year 7 and 8 students who have achieved outstanding results or who have defied the odds to achieve sporting success intermediate school are eligible.

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New kumara growers open gate for pick your own day

A Whangaripo couple who planted kumara for the first time this season is inviting locals to a “pick your own” day on Saturday, March 19.

Wayne and Sandra Watkins, who live at 873 Whangaripo Valley Road, think they may have around 12 to 15 tonnes of kumara in the field. What doesn’t sell on the day has been pre-sold to an outlet in Warkworth.

“There’s been so much interest in our one-hectare kumara patch that we thought the ‘pick your own’ day would give people an opportunity to have a closer look and maybe encourage them to grow their own,” Sandra says.

“Victim Support will also be running a fundraising sausage sizzle.”

The couple moved to the Whangaripo Wayne and Sandra Watkins with their from Waiheke about 16 years ago and first crop of Owairaka red. shifted to their present eight-hectare property three years ago. Although later, each kumara had produced they both work fulltime – Wayne is around 12 to 15 plants. a digger driver for Rhodes for Roads “We hadn’t expected them to sprout and Sandra works for Insite Security so prolifically so we sold our excess on – they have spent their spare time Trade Me. This paid for about half our establishing an orchard and gardens, initial seed costs.” and a walkway is underway through a Planting involved chopping off the stand of native bush that borders the green stalk about an inch above the Whangaripo stream. soil and putting each shoot into the “The property also includes a number prepared ground which had been of flattish areas that looked ideal for ploughed, rotary-hoed, fertilised and kumara. We decided to ask for some mounded into rows. Wayne says the advice from Sid and Janet Judd, of growing season was almost ideal.

Tapora, who we knew had years of “It rained on the day we planted and we kumara-growing experience. They irrigated for about four days afterwards, were very enthusiastic and have but then apart from weeding, we’ve provided us with a huge amount of basically left them alone. The rain just advice and assistance.” before Christmas washed some of the Although the couple grew up in mounds away and although the late Dargaville and Ruawai, they had had January floods went over some of the no experience of kumara growing kumara, the water dispersed quickly so before last September. it didn’t harm the crop.”

“We picked up a load of seed kumara Sandra got the unenviable task of from Ruawai and it took about a week weeding the kumara, a job she did to plant them in prepared planter by hand to avoid using sprays. The boxes, filled with a mixture of hay and couple will probably double the size of soil, and covered in plastic. Five weeks their plantings next season.

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Best practice is now to tailor the schedule of vaccination according to the disease risk to the animal, with a view to minimising the vaccines used.

From ongoing local and international research we now know the core dog and cat vaccines last for three years after the first annual booster. ‘Core’ vaccines in dogs are distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, and para influenza. In cats, they are panleucopenia, calicivirus and herpes. Giving the core vaccines more often is unnecessary unless the risk of disease is very high and may not give any extra protection from disease. The exceptions are the non-core or optional vaccines leptospirosis and kennel cough, which must be repeated each year. Leptospirosis in dogs is regularly seen in this area and is more often than not fatal, even with intensive treatment. Infection comes from the common brown rat so any dog with potential exposure to rats needs to be injected for lepto annually.

Kennel cough vaccine is given once a year to dogs which go to boarding kennels, dog shows or other high risk situations where many dogs meet in a confined space. Although most boarding catteries accept the now standard three-year vaccine interval, a general health check is still needed each year. Other non-core vaccines like feline immunovirus, chlamydia, and feline leukemia may be used in certain situations. Puppies and kittens still need a course of 2-3 shots starting around eight weeks of age and a booster one year later. Ask your vet for advice on the vaccines needed in your particular situation.

Waste takeover in pipeline Dramatic changes are in the pipeline for the way the region’s waste stream is managed.

Last month the Environment & intention to introduce wheelie bins for Sustainability Forum recommended recyclables on the Coast. Cr Walker that Auckland Council move to says this will result in less litter and increase the control it has over the contamination of waterways. city’s waste – from the current 15 “The situation at present on the Coast percent of total waste to 100 percent. is that we have a number of different Environment & Sustainability Forum operators, which costs ratepayers chair Wayne Walker says increasing more than if we had a single contract, Council’s influence over the waste as Waitakere City Council did,” Cr stream will ensure better outcomes Walker says. “Having a single operator can be achieved for Aucklanders and also means less trucks on the road.” their environment.

Taking more control over the waste He says this includes an opportunity stream will require measures such as a to reduce user costs for domestic possible bylaw, influencing legislative waste and increase services – one change and/or obtaining operational option being considered is collection influence over transfer stations via of organic material for composting. contractual arrangements.

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Seeing red

As reported recently, Syrah and Merlot are the most planted red grape varieties in the Matakana region. Compare this with New Zealand as a whole, where Pinot Noir, (represented in Matakana by one small block of grapes in the Hyperion vineyard) is by far the most planted red with almost four times the acreage of Merlot. Cabernet Sauvignon is a very distant third and Syrah an even more distant fourth.

On the global stage the situation is very different. The two most popularly grown red grapes in the world are Grenache (from France and Spain) and Carignan (France). Neither of these varieties is grown in NZ. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon (both from France) follow these two, then come Mourvedre (France), Bobal and Tempranillo (both from Spain), all virtually unknown in NZ. Pinot Noir and Syrah (both from France) are way further down the global list of red varieties, well below Sangiovese (Italy) and Cinsaut (France).

Why have Pinot, Merlot, Cabernet and Syrah emerged as NZ’s top four reds? These French varieties produce to this day that country’s most famous, and arguably its best, dry red wines. These wines were better known in northern Europe than those of Spain or Italy around the time the new world was colonised by northern Europeans.

So when the colonisers decided their new lands were capable of growing wine grapes, the wines and hence the grape varieties of France provided their model.

Why are these grape varieties persisting here? Several reasons – why fix it if it ain’t broke, commercial imperatives, inertia etc. But in the search for excellence, practices will evolve. From the present perspective, the NZ wine industry seems to be a relatively fixed entity with its own emerging history and traditions. But the fact is that winegrowing in NZ is very young by European standards, even

by South African and South American standards, and in a historical sense we are still very much in an experimental, developmental phase.

Pinot Noir will probably form the backbone of the NZ red wine industry as a whole into the foreseeable future. It is less clear which varieties will predominate in Matakana, and there is still a good deal of experimenting going on here, with white varietals as well as reds. Some of the earlier established Matakana vineyards have now replaced some of their original French varietal plantings with new and previously untried Italian, Spanish and French vines, in addition to which some of the more recently planted vineyards have planted new Italian varieties.

Because of the lead times required for vineyard development, and the time it takes for vines to really produce their best wine grapes, it will be a generation or two before we really know which grape varieties are best suited to which growing areas. Meantime we are having a lot of fun attempting to work it out!

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Autumn is a great time to plant anything, so if you are thinking of a garden makeover, do your planning now. Planting to suit soil and climate is important – the right plant for the right site is a key factor in shrub survival and performance.

Exactly how you plant will depend on the plants, specific needs. Read the plant labels carefully to ascertain plant height and requirements or get professional advice from place of purchase.

Dig the hole one third larger than the container. Ensure the hole has adequate drainage. In heavy or clay soils the hole should be wider rather than deep. In poorly drained soil, plant on built up mounds to provide extra drainage. Back fill the hole with garden mix or compost and a controlled-released fertiliser to the depth of the plant container or root ball.

When planting grafted/budded plants, generally roses, citrus and fruit trees, be very careful not to bury the graft. Position stakes if required taking care not to damage roots as you hammer them into place. Staking is important for most young trees to anchor the plant against wind while the roots get established. The best way is to have two stakes, one on each side of the tree, a single stake can result in damage via the tree rubbing against the stake. Tie firmly with rubber or non-abrasive material.

On exposed sites, establish a windbreak or a planting of nurse trees (extremely quick growing shrubs, planted to give shelter and may be thinned out later) for the first few years. Water to settle the plants into planting hole and ensure the soil around the roots is moist, about a 20-litre bucket poured slowly at the base of the trunk. Don’t allow water to run off. Mulching helps conserve water: use bark, peat or compost around a 500mm radius; grass clippings are also suitable.

However, it is important to avoid any close to the tree trunk or stem as this can cause the plant to rot.

Dedication earns Heroes Medal Rodney Aero Club’s nominee Rosalie Miller (pictured) has been awarded a Kiwibank Local Heroes Medal as part of the New Zealander of the Year Awards 2011. The presentation was made on behalf of New Zealander of the Year Awards Local Heroes Category, by the Member for Whangarei Mr Phil Heatley. This award follows Rosalie’s success in winning the Warkworth Rural Women’s Community Volunteer Award last year.

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Members of the public can see Truffle at the Highfield Reserve. From left, Alan Norton, volunteer Allan Ford and advisory committee chairman Peter CacciaBirch with foal Truffle and mother Tenzy.

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Volunteers at Highfield Reserve, in Algies Bay, are celebrating the arrival of baby donkey Truffle.

Born on February 19, the foal was “You have to plan a year ahead for a named for her chocolate truffle colour. foal as a donkey’s pregnancy is for 54 She brings to seven the number of weeks,” he says. “Her chocolate colour was a bit of a surprise but she is the donkeys at the reserve.

Truffle’s mother Tenzy is from the sweetest thing.” reserve, while her father Poldark is Truffle and Tenzy had a new shed built especially for them, to keep them from Tomarata.

Highfield Reserve advisory committee warm and dry, thanks to Highfield chairman Peter Caccia-Birch says they Reserve volunteer Allan Ford. had planned for her arrival but didn’t The oldest donkey at the reserve is 32, which is about 90 in human years. expect her to be so cute.

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Rugby’s most treasured trophies made a visit to Wellsford School earlier this month as part of a Rugby World Cup promotion tour. The six trophies on show were the Webb Ellis Cup, The Bledisloe Cup, Tri Nations Trophy, The Hillary Shield, IRB Women’s Rugby World Cup and the IRB Junior World Championship Trophy.

It is the first tour of its kind in New Zealand. Rugby development manager Northland Peter Nock says the trip is great for the community and creates a lot of excitement. Northland Rugby stars visited Wellsford School as part of the Rugby New Zealand Trophy Tour. Back, from left, Peter Nock, Paddy Atkins, Ian Neal, Brad Tehaava and Ross Wright.

New vehicle lighting rules Changes to vehicle lighting rules aimed at improving safety on New Zealand roads are set to come into force on April 1. Among the changes included in the rule will be the permitting of new safety technology such as the use of emergency brake lights which flash briefly under heavy braking and are being introduced in many modern vehicles. The rule also makes it mandatory for all light trailers registered after 1 April 2012 to be fitted with indicator and stop lamps, and allows bicycles to be fitted with indicator and stop lamps – something prohibited under the previous legislation.More details of the Rule changes are available at www.nzta.govt.nz/resources/rules/vehicle-lighting-amendment-2011-qa

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Macadamia Nuts Fresh & locally grown.

Three choices - plain, honeyed and chocolate coated. Yum Yum! $5.50 a packet; larger quantities available on order. Available from the Mahurangi Matters office, 17 Neville Street, Warkworth and Kakariki Health Store, The Hub, Mangawhai.

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SCENIC FLIGHTS $39, 20 mins; $49, 30 mins. Min. 3 passengers. Trial flights $75. Gift vouchers available.

GREAT BARRIER FLIGHTS. Special stopover up to 4 hours. Return $99.

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NORTH CAPE FLIGHTS $375 each.

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Professional counsellors available 24 hours to help those suffering from gambling problems or affected by another’s gambling. Immediate, free, confidential support.

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Matakana Community Group and Matakana Coast Wine Country would like to thank the following for helping to make the inaugural Matakana Fruitloop a stunning success!

Gold Sponsor: Runner Duck Estate Silver Sponsors: Turners and Growers and Solid Gold FM Supporters: Ezypeel, Omaha Bay Vineyard, Grévé Vineyard, Oak Hill Vineyard, Merryfields, Tumbleweed Coastal Plants, Rosemary Parkin, Bob Rathe, Matakana Country Park, The Croft Studio, Omaha Living, Leigh Fisheries, Mahurangi Matters, Warkworth Limousine Service, Plume, the vineyard restaurant, Matakana Country Lodge, Kawau Water Taxis (2010) Ltd, Gull Matakana, Hyperion Wine, Imeldas Shoes, Lisa Capes Consulting, McEntee Hire, Mason Contractors, Matakana Fire Service, Matakana Market Kitchen, Omaha Golf Club, Photosales.co.nz, Puhoi River Canoes, Pure Water Services, Scriba: The Wordsmiths, Sheepworld, Snells Beach Motel, St John’s Ambulance Service, Sutherland Kovach Studios, The Circuit Room, The Stables Restaurant, Trademark Embroidery, Treescape, Warkworth Horseriding, Warkworth Rotary Club, Wharehine Group, Brookview Tea House, Charlie’s Gelato Garden, Chocolate Brown, Cobara Authentic Foods, Copyworks, Damask, Finishing Touches, Franks Cycles, Lee & Hart Pharmacy, Market Provedores, Matakana Bicycle Hire, Matakana Cinemas, Matakana Coffee Roasters, Matakana Gourmet Nut Butters, Matakana Olive Oil, Matakana Patisserie, Mustardmakers, Pakiri Horse Rides, The Village Bookshop, Windfall Foods Proudly powered by the Matakana Community Group & Matakana Coast Wine Country

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COASTAL VETERANS NETBALL CLUB

SING RIGHT LESSONS available, includes presentation and performance.

Experienced teacher. Singers workshops available. Phone Robyn 0274 725 610, robynhill@xtra.co.nz

Senior Musters Sunday, March 20 at 5pm Monday, March 21 at 6.30pm Lifeway Courts, 20 Goodall Road, Snells Beach. All players, coaches, umpires welcome. Enquiries, phone Jeanine on 423 7559 a/h

TV SERVICES & SALES TV TUNING. DVD’s / Sky / Video / Freeview etc. Phone 425 5431.

TV SERVICES Freeview, dishes, aerials, boxes. Sales, installation and repairs.

Phone Gavin 027 4766115.

RODNEY COLLEGE PTA AGM March 23rd, 7pm in the school staff room. All welcome.

VEHICLES

WARkWORTH kIDz MARkET Saturday April 16th at 9am-1pm, Warkworth Town Hall. Buy and sell new and used kids items. For bookings/information contact Lee on 021 961 441 or wilfordwhanau@ gmail.com

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St. Patrick’s Day at The Stables, 7pm, Mahurangi Ramblers, Bluff Oyster Special, Complimentary glass of Guinness or Kilkenny.

Dinner reservations recommended phone (09) 422 7360.

18&20 Will Martin, Ascension Wine Estate.

18 Skimboarding event, Omaha skim pit, from 6pm (see story p26) 19 Tawharanui Open Sanctuary annual dinner, Ransom Wines.

19 Concert in the Vines, Millars Vineyard, Mangawhai from 3pm till 9pm. Enertainment line-up includes Time Bandits, Whiskey Business, Vertigo and The Voice Leanne Crawford-Regeling.

19&20 4WD safari, Rodney Offroad Club, vehicle numbers limited.

Info: Phillip or Julie on 09 431 6622.

19 Sandy Bay Social Club – Latin Aoteraroa, Leigh Sawmill, 9.30pm.

20 Annual Community Harvest Market, Hoteo North Hall. 9am -12noon.

Funds raised will be spent on hall maintenance. Stall holders welcome. Info: Linda Macdonald 423 9387 or j.l.macdonald@xtra.co.nz 20 Tutus on Tour – Royal NZ Ballet tour, Mahurangi College.

20 Kaiwaka Ashes Cricket Match, Mad Hatters and picnic.

20 Zonta charity fundraiser – the Great Gatsby Garden Party, Tara Lodge, from 2.30pm to 5pm.

23 Rodney College PTA, 7pm in the school staff room. All welcome.

26 Waipu vs Colac Bay Shield match (see story p25) 26 Leigh Fishing Contest. Tickets: snr $30, jnr $5. Info: Jackie 425 1130 or jwoolerton@townandcountrylaw.co.nz (see story p24) 27 Justin Townes Earle, Leigh Sawmill, 8.30pm ticketmaster.co.nz 27 Take a Kid Fishing, charter boats depart Sandspit Wharf at 12noon. Registration forms available from Warkworth Hunting & Fishing (see ad this page) 27 Omaha Classic fun run/walk, staggered start times from 8.30am. Info: www.matakana.school.nz 31&Apr 3 Mangawhai Walking Weekend (see story p17)

April 2 2 2 2 2 2 2&3 3 3 6 6 9 10 10 16

Woodys Winners birthday celebrations (see story p22) Kathmandu Adventure Race Series, Tawharanui Regional Park (see story p23) Rotary Club Auction, Maungaturoto Primary School grounds, starting at 10am.

Elixir chamber ensemble, Mahurangi College, 7.30pm (see story & ad p18).

Silverbacks Wrestling Club Novices Free Style Olympic Wrestling Tournament, Mahurangi College, wrestling starts 9.30am.

Museum Summer Market, 8am, Old Masonic Hall, Baxter Street, Warkworth. Info: 425 8482.

Auckland Croquet Assn handicap doubles, Warkworth Croquet Club, Pt Wells, 8.30am start.

Mahurangi Kindergarten Gala, 9am to 1pm.

Mangawhai Beach & Country Market @ The Domain, 9am to 1pm.

Warkworth Liaison Group meeting & Auckland Plan workshop, RSA downstairs meeting room, starts 7pm.

Arthritis Clinic, Homebuilders (see story p14) Open Air Cinema, Kaipara Flats Sports Field (see story p26) Matakana Pony Club annual masters day event, Matakana Pony Club, 10.30am.

Warkworth Market, Wharf Rd, from 8am to 3pm.

Kidz Market, 9am-1pm, Warkworth Town Hall. Buy and sell new and used childrens items. For bookings/information contact Lee on 021 961 441 or wilfordwhanau@gmail.com

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Former All Blacks Joe Stanley (left) and Olo Brown, who played in the amateur section, admired the prize table but were resigned to the fact that they probably weren’t going to be taking any prizes home.

Omaha Golf Club president Steve Marshall leads professionals Gareth Paddison and amateurs Gordon Wylde and Thai Lang from the course at the end of the second day.

Omaha golf course record takes a hit Whangarei golfer Dale Clarke set a new course record during the Omaha Beach Golf Club Pro Am, held on March 5 and 6.

Dale completed the 18-holes in 62, one stroke under top professional golfers and the list of previous winners includes Kiwis Stephen Alker, Richard Lee, Grant the previous record of 63.

“It took me a little while to read the greens, but it’s Moorhead and Tony Christie, and one of Australia’s top touring professionals Peter Fowler. an awesome course,” he said.

Dale played in five Pro Am events in Australia last This year, Leighton James finished first with first year and hopes to make it onto the US Tour within and second round scores of 65 and 69. Dale (with the next couple of years. In the meantime, he is 74 and 62) was second equal with Michael Hendry based at the Institute of Golf in Albany, working (69 and 67) and Pieter Zwart (70 and 66).

The amateur field in the men’s was lead home by with coach Craig Dixon.

Altogether, 60 professionals and 102 amateurs from James Eng, followed by Glen Taylor and Terry around the region competed in tournament, which Bridge. In the women’s event, Jan Manoonpong was was played in “challenging” weather conditions. This first, followed by Lynda Tate and Lita Guo. included rain on the first day and gusty wind on the Organisers said rain on the first day saw the last second. The tournament attracted many of the country’s group finish at 7.20pm in failing light. Although the

New course record holder Dale Clarke with his parttime caddy and fulltime fiancee Alecia Lucas.

rain cleared on the second day, golfers faced wind gusts of up to 30 knots. But it didn’t stop amateur Neill Reid, of the Peninsula Club, nailing a hole-inone on the eighth tee.

The Omaha Beach Golf Club was established in 1976. It has sustained considerable growth over the last few years and currently has 525 members. Last year, more than 20,000 rounds of golf were played, which included just over 7000 visitors.

To provide high quality primary care to the persons of our region addressing the issues of access and equity with innovation.

Please note our service continues to remain accessible 24 hours per day over the holiday period CLINICS: We are a network of clinics providing comprehensive primary care including Snells Beach 145 Mahurangi East Road 09 425 6666 24 HOUR SERVICES Matakana 74 Matakana Valley Road 09 422 7737 available at our A & M Centre in Mangawhai Fagan Place 09 431 4128 Wellsford at an affordable price Maungaturoto 138 Hurndall St 09 431 8576 Paparoa 1877 Paparoa Valley Rd 09 431 7222 For further information and new Wellsford 220 Rodney Street 09 423 8086 enrolments, please contact any of (Cnr. Highway 1 & Matheson Rd)

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