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Puhoi • Warkworth • Snells • Matakana • Omaha • Leigh • Pakiri • Wellsford • Port Albert • Kaiwaka • Mangawhai Warkworth Sen. Constable Hamish Buick, who will commemorate 19 years of service to the Warkworth station next month, and retired Sen. Constable John Stevens who dedicated 20 years service, say the courthouse will be sorely missed in the community.

Inside this issue Education focus

Springboard celebrates first decade

page 17 to 23

Countdown supermarket Open for business October 17

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Courthouse closure end of an era

The Warkworth District Court, which has dispensed justice from its Elizabeth Street location for around 130 years, will close early next year.

Warkworth is one of four small courts says it’s the first change to the district Mr Borrows said the Ministry is taking to be permanently closed as the courts network in 30 years. this opportunity to improve how the Ministry of Justice aims to modernise The decision comes as crime is at a 63 district courts are administered and and streamline criminal proceedings.

30-year low and the number of people to modernise services so they are more Courts Minister Chester Borrows going to court is decreasing. continued page 9

Rural news Council compliance upsets landholders

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Long overdue remedial work underway on Mansion House After years of neglect due to continuous shortfalls in funding, Mansion House on Kawau Island is finally getting the attention it deserves.

More than $1 million worth of remedial a specialised building company that work is underway on the historic has the technical expertise and skilled residence which will see the mine craftsmen required for a project of this manager’s wing completely re-roofed nature. Cleaning and re-painting of the with longer-lasting natural slates, which exterior of the house will be ongoing were used in the original construction. throughout the project.”

Part of the roof framing will be re- The house is covered in shrink-wrap built to its original historic form and material and scrim, providing a to comply with current standards for temporary roof to allow the restoration seismic and wind loadings. work to be carried out regardless of the The nursery wing is also being upgraded weather. and the chimneys on the west wing will Liz says the earthquake and windbe rebuilt to more closely represent the strengthening work being carried out original chimney dimensions. in the ceiling cavity will affect access Department of Conservation Warkworth to some rooms. and Great Barrier area spokesperson Liz “As a result, entry to Mansion House Marie says the restoration will fix leakage is free to all visitors until Christmas. problems and the materials being used Ferries will still be running and the are more historically accurate to the majority of the grounds will still be original building. available for visitors to enjoy. We are “The project will be continuing for really looking forward to the house the next six months with just a small finally being watertight, painted and restored with original materials.” break over Christmas,” she says.

“Experts in heritage architecture and Mansion House has a Category I conservation, Salmond Reed Architects, rating with the NZ Historic Places who also managed the recent copper- Trust and is the former home of Sir mine restoration work and have an George Grey, twice Governor of NZ. extensive history with Mansion House, The poor condition of Mansion are overseeing the restoration. The House was first brought to light in an successful tender for the building work article in the Mahurangi Matters, June is Architectural Building Conservation, 1 publication, last year.

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Promoters of an on-demand bus service for Warkworth have secured funding of $100,000 for a 12-month trial, believed to be the first of its kind in New Zealand.

Sustainable transport advocate Bevan Woodward says he hopes to see the pilot service up and running by midDecember.

“It’ll be the first service of its kind in NZ so it’s really exciting to be thinking about a starting date,” he says. “But, it’s all very well to come up with a project – the test now will be to make it work.”

While details are still being finalised, a scheduled hourly service is likely to run between Snells Beach and Warkworth, and Matakana and Warkworth, with additional services during peak times.

“Plus, there will be time at both Matakana and Snells Beach for the buses to do pre-booked pick-ups from the wider catchments including Omaha, Leigh and Point Wells, and Algies Bay and Sandspit.”

Auckland Transport representative New World Warkworth has donated the use of its van for the transport trial, which will be a NZ-first. However, advocate Bevan Woodward says the success Ellen Barrett told the Hibiscus Coast or failure of the service will depend on community support. Bevan (right) is and Bays Local Board that the seed pictured with fresh food manager Jamie Eru. funding for the service included $50,000 from Auckland Transport likely to be $5 one-way, reflecting the useful in meeting the needs of elderly.

She said if the trial was successful, and $50,000 from NZTA. She said the longer travelling distance. funding will go towards operational “Since we started talking about she hoped a similar service could be and set-up costs such as software, this trial three years ago, other established on the Hibiscus Coast. which may be necessary to effectively communities have begun looking at “At the moment they have very limited a similar service. If we can make it service, which is almost non-existent for administer the service.

Bevan says he is in discussion with work for Warkworth, it could be used some of the retirement villages,” she said.

Auckland Transport representatives to as a template for other rurally-based, Bevan says he hopes to meet with community and business groups as soon finalise routes and fares. At this stage, dispersed communities.” they are looking at charging $3 for a Hibiscus Coast and Bays Local Board as possible to get feedback on how they scheduled one-way trip from Matakana chair Julia Parfitt says she has had see the service best meeting their needs. or Snells Beach. A pick-up will cost $4, experience of the on-demand type bus He can be contacted on 425 1928 or except from Leigh where the charge is service overseas and it was particularly email bevan@betterworldnz.com

Libraries funded

Santa parades big winners in local board funding

Hill Street request

The Rodney Local Board has allocated just over $30,000 to upcoming events.

The contestable event funding is administered over two funding rounds in the financial year. In this round, 10 applications were received requesting nearly $90,000. The balance to be distributed in a second round is $18,700.

The successful applicants were: Skyfawkes at Goodall Reserve, Snells

Beach – (requested $10,000) allocated $5000; Helensville Christmas Parade – ($3913) $3913; Wellsford Christmas Parade and Carols by Candlelight – ($3968) $3368; Helensville 150th Celebrations – ($17,955) $10,000; Mahurangi Gymnastics Spooktacular – ($2000) $2000; Mahurangi Regatta 2013 Sullivan’s Bay – ($6579) $5000; Point Wells Country Fete – ($10,000) $2000; Warkworth Santa Parade –

($5000) $3500.

Getin2Life Youth Development Trust’s 40 Days of Summer requested $28,960 but the application was transferred for consideration under ‘large grants’.

A request by the Wellsford PHO for funding for a carols by candlelight event was declined on the grounds that Council was already funding a carols event organised by Wellsford Promotions.

Three of the Mahurangi area’s voluntary libraries have received a welcome financial boost from the Rodney Local Board. Leigh will receive $2588, Pt Wells $2070 and Tapora $518. Future levels of support for rural libraries will be subjected to a more regional approach which will determine any funding recommendations for local boards in future financial years. The area’s two other voluntary libraries at Kaipara Flats and Puhoi did not apply for funding.

Satellite expansion

Telecom is seeking Rodney Local Board support to increase its designated area within the valley where the Satellite Earth Station is located, just south of Warkworth. If granted, this will allow it to establish satellite dishes and ancillary infrastructure outside the existing designated areas. A Telecom representative told the Board that the wider designation was in order to future-proof the site for other business opportunities. The enlarged designation area would all be on Telecom owned sites within the valley.

Website enquiries grow

The Wellsford Citizens Advice Bureau handled 1600 enquires, representing 300 hours, in the year to June 30. At their recent annual meeting, coordinator Heather Ede said there had been a drop in enquiries again this year due to clients accessing information online. Sandra Becroft, who took over from Sue Mayn as chairperson. The bureau has 23 trained volunteers. Info: www.cab.org.nz The Rodney Local Board is calling on Auckland Transport (AT) and the NZ Transport Agency to confirm the Hill Street intersection upgrade start date. Board members said it was unsettling to see conflicting dates given by AT and the Regional Land Transport Programme. Meanwhile, an AT spokesperson confirmed that a start on the missing Alnwick Street link, in Warkworth, is likely in the not too distant future as it has been identified for funding in AT’s long-term process.

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Letters can be sent to editor@localmatters.co.nz or PO Box 701, Warkworth

Local Board needs a northern rep urgently As we read of local board member James Rolfe’s shift south (MM Oct 3), as a career advancement, we wish him well.

However, we are left with a gap far to large to bridge by the other board members.

The Wellsford ward is geographically extensive. It’s an interesting mix of town and country folk whose needs and aspirations are such they need representation.

From production farming to lifestyle block holders, along with the towns people, we have issues unique to that of the remaining Rodney ward.

Clearly there is a vacancy once Cr Rolfe resigns and although barely a year until the next round of elections, it would seem prudent to appoint a replacement.

I cannot align to the suggestion of an expensive process to elect a new Councillor when living in an era of

MMP politics. Surely the “runner up” from the previous result should qualify, should he or she be available.

Once again we see ourselves handicapped from the greater Auckland City of which we are huge stakeholders and with an everdwindling recognition of our input.

Brian Mason, Chairman Landowners and Contractors Protection Association

Kowhai Festival Huge Day Out a raging success Not even the early morning rain and blustery wind could put a dampener on the atmosphere at the 43rd annual Kowhai Festival Huge Day Out on October 6.

Organisers estimate that more than 10,000 people gathered in Warkworth’s main street as they enjoyed the 130 stalls, various entertainment, amusement rides and delicious food and wine.

Festival coordinator Lesley Ingham says a fantastic day was had by all.

“As usual, there were a lot of smiling faces, which is what makes our volunteers come back year after year and put in the months of planning,” she says. “We had an awesome line-up of entertainers including my favourites, the Recliner Rockers, Kantuta and Carriage rides, face painting, candy floss, and some questionable characters kept the crowds entertained at this year’s Kowhai Festival.

Family-of-12, Muzacon, along with pirate musicians Festus McBoyle and The Festival Committee thanked New contributed this year.

Fungus Finnegan for the kids. There World Warkworth for its ongoing “We will be brainstorming ways to was a real party feeling at the wharf support and Pub Charity, which help reduce expenses next year without when the Rockers and Kantuta got meet the $50,000 cost of running the compromising the variety and quality people on their feet and dancing.” festival. ASB Community Trust also of the entertainment.”

What parking problem?

Is this Warkworth’s first drive-thru?

Miffed at the disappearance of the parking space outside the vet clinic in Warkworth, due to the Countdown development, one customer decided to take matters into her own hands, mounting the kerb, parking on the freshly laid pavers and then exiting out the other side.

Low-lying depression Rodney Local Board members expressed some exasperation at the fact that a firm starting date for the Hill Street intersection upgrade is still to be announced. They said the various organisations involved in the proposed work had lost all credibility, given the endless delays.

“Some people have become very, very depressed about this. It’s just not on,” one board member said.

While another predicted that it would be snowing in hell before work got started.

Caffeine extreme You know you’re a caffeine addict when you hear a barrister (barista) being interviewed on the radio and for a moment you wonder why they’re asking the coffee guy about reform of the justice system.

Correction

Inland Revenue provides a free clinic on the first of the month, excluding January, at the Wellsford Community Link, 1 Matheson Rd, not at the Te Korowai Aroha Pumau building in Rodney St, as reported in the September 19 issue. The clinic runs from 10am to 2pm. Info: 0800 227 774.

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This was one of the outcomes of a “This isn’t just a planning exercise; it’s meeting between Auckland Mayor Len also about setting budgets,” he said.

Brown and Pt Wells Community & “You need to build a picture of what Ratepayers Association representatives you want Pt Wells to look like in 30 years time and what rules should apply.” on Saturday, October 6.

After walking around the village Association president Clive Ritchie to inspect open stormwater drains, said he found the Mayor’s comments road repairs, tidal erosion and a new “very positive”. subdivision at the entrance of the “There’s been gross neglect of Pt Wells village, the Mayor said it was critical for decades,” Mr Ritchie said. “By our to maximise the investment that calculations, Council will collect around Rodney District Council had made in $1.4 million from the 89-section the wastewater system. subdivision underway at the entrance of “Clearly, people who couldn’t afford the village alone. The extra development to connect when the cost was around will add to the load on infrastructure $10,000 would baulk at now having that is already inadequate so we’d like to to pay around $18,000,” he said. “I see that money spent in the village.” don’t have any immediate answers Mayor Brown said it wasn’t an on how we get everybody onto the unreasonable request, but the funds system, but Watercare and the Rodney would fall well short of the investment Local Board have to come up with needed to meet the association’s requests. some options.”

“The costs of addressing tidal erosion An estimated 60 properties are affected alone are astronomical. The fact is that by an infrastructure development the East Coast of the North Island is charge, which was introduced by slumping and I’m wary of Auckland Watercare Services when Rodney Council being overly committed in terms of preservation.” became part of Auckland Council.

Association representatives say the On the issue of mangroves, Mayor charge is making connecting to the Brown said large-scale mangrove system uneconomic, undermining the eradication was occurring in some environmental and health benefits of areas of Auckland, with the support of having the sewerage system installed Auckland Council. in the first place. After hearing the “Although we recognise the residents’ grievances, Mayor Brown environmental benefits of mangroves, advised them to ensure they participated we have a much more balanced view in managing them.” in the upcoming Unitary Plan process.

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Volunteers are being sought to join the Warkworth Community Response Group whose role is to support the community in the event of a civil emergency.

Auckland Council northern area emergency management coordinator Donna Murray attended the Warkworth Area Liaison Group meeting, held at the Totara Park Hall on October 3, to discuss what the Warkworth community should expect in the event of an emergency and what Community Resp onse Plan to do to prepare.

WARKWORTH CO MMUNITY “In the event of an emergency, it is easier to act if you have a plan,” she said.

In all emergencies where life or property is at risk “We are seeking people to join the Phone 111 for Po Warkworth Emergency Response lice, Fire or Ambulance Group to help activate the Community Response Plan, contact key stakeholders and support the community until Civil Defence and further help arrives.”

The Response Group will provide A flyer, with key information about assistance by opening evacuation what to do in the event of an centres, if required, and will be the first emergency in Warkworth, will soon be point of contact for Civil Defence. distributed to residents.

“Civil Defence will instruct the group area will receive a copy.” who, in turn, will guide the community The Community Response Plan for along with emergency services.”

Warkworth extends north to L Phillips A Warkworth Liaison Group sub- Road, west to Wyllie Road, south to committee, chaired by Shaun Schollum Access Road and east to the Wilkinson, is driving the initiative and end of Cowan Bay Road. has been working on the plan since the Response plans have already been start of the year. completed for Kawau Island, Key threats to Warkworth include Mahurangi East, Algies Bay, Mahurangi storms and cyclones, infrastructure West, Omaha, Point Wells, Puhoi, failure, flooding and landslips.

Scotts Landing, and Waiwera. Plans “Warkworth also lies on a main gas for Matakana, Sandspit and Wellsford line which poses a possible threat. will be established early next year.

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The planting at Tawharanui for this year has been completed and the TOSSI nursery team, which grows all the plants for the open sanctuary, is preparing to produce another 20,000 trees for next year’s planting season. There is significant planting still to be undertaken at Tawharanui for at least the next 20 years. The plantings over this time will create corridors and linkages with existing forest areas and provide a diverse range of habitats. They will also provide year-round food sources for the inhabitants. By planting a diverse range of plants, we attract birds who will further disperse the seed produced by our trees. We are also introducing species that previously existed in the area but are currently missing such as kumerhou Pomaderris hamiltonii and the NZ native mistletoe.

The remnant coastal lowland forest areas in the Ecology Bush and the neighbouring Hubbard’s bush area, indicate the extensive range of species which were originally present throughout the Tawharanui area before it was cleared for grazing.

These areas act as a reference site to guide the species we plant in the open sanctuary. Sites to be planted are selected and plants are grown to specifically suit the chosen area. Seeds grown in the park are eco-sourced and collected within the park. Ecosourcing is collecting seed from naturally occurring vegetation, which is close to the intended planting site.

The idea of eco-sourcing comes from Sam Peterson, of Takatu, was one of the observations that plants of the same volunteers who pitched in to help at a species, but from different localities, recent TOSSI planting day. can vary in their characteristics, including growth and tolerance of environmental conditions. Features such as leaf shape or size, and plant shape can vary between localities. Variation can be environmental or genetic, and it is the variation that is genetically-based that we maintain by eco-sourcing. Eco-sourcing also helps to preserve botanical history.

The kowhai which grows at Tawharanui and in the Rodney area is a good example of a local species. It is the coastal kowhai Sophora chathamica and is also found beside streams and on the edges of forests. The coastal cliffs of Tawharanui are currently sprinkled with spots of brilliant yellow flowers. Kowhai flowers are a good source of nectar and are much-loved by tui and bellbirds. In winter, the wood pigeons can be seen stripping the leaves off the kowhai.

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Warkworth Courthouse closure in line with public expectations.

A Ministry of Justice spokesman says the Warkworth District Court is one of NZ’s least-used courts, sitting on average one day a month. It hears some criminal matters and minor traffic offences. Family and civil cases are already heard in Auckland courts.

“The focus is on providing courts and services where people need them and investing in buildings that are rarely used cannot be justified. There will be little change for the Warkworth community as the court is used so infrequently.”

However, long-serving Warkworth Sen. Constable Hamish Buick says the closure will have a huge impact on the community.

“It is an asset to the area,” he says.

“Court days are held fortnightly and they are always very busy days, often running well past 5pm. The community is going to feel its closure. It is also going to have an impact on the Police, as it will be harder for us to get witnesses to travel to North Shore. I expect the number of warrants for arrest will increase because getting to court will be difficult for some people, especially with no public transport in the area.”

Retired Warkworth Sen. Constable John Stevens, who spent 19 years at the Warkworth Station from 1979 to 1998, recalls the courthouse always being busy.

“With such a wide policing area to cover, a lot of cases go through the Warkworth Court,” he says.

“We were successful in bringing in a number of serious drug cases over

the years. Many hearings were held here and the court was also used as a Coroners Court for a number of years.

Its closure is going to disrupt a lot of families who come down to offer their support on court days.”

There are no permanent staff based at the court and counter service is limited to two days a week, from 10am and 3.30pm. At all other times, the court is closed. Criminal hearings in future will be heard at the North Shore District Court, which offers services such as specialised staff, victim advisors and better security.

Sen Constable Buick recalls the time when a man was remanded in custody in the courthouse and was so angry he kicked in the hand-basin.

“He flooded the courtroom and court was adjourned for the day. We also had to request that the vet refrain from putting rings in pigs noses on court days as the courthouse walls are quite thin and there was a lot of squealing.”

A Ministry of Justice spokesman says as courthouse and premises are owned by the Ministry, they will ensure the property is kept tidy and maintained until long-term arrangements for the building have been made.

The Warkworth Courthouse has a Category ll classification on the Historic Places Register.

It was built in 1880 as a constable’s residence, although shortly afterwards, a room was set aside for court hearings.

The building was taken over by the then Justice Department in 1911 and

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The courthouse prior to the 1982 additions.

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The weatherboard building was modernised in 1983 and has an area of 212m2. It was damaged by fire in early 2000. Given its construction materials and age it is likely that had a passerby not noticed it as quickly as they did, damage would have been more extensive and the building could potentially have been totally destroyed.

The building was designed by Pierre Finch Martineau Burrows, who was born in Norwich, England, and arrived in NZ about 1863. He began working under W H Clayton in the Colonial Architect’s Office in 1874 and became chief draughtsman in 1875.

Burrow’s most important buildings included the Post Office at Christchurch (1877), the Supreme Court House, Wellington (1879) and the Mount Eden Prison (begun 1883).

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The fact that this has also been highlighted in the Auckland Plan should mean something and I am not yet sure how this will be evidenced. There was plenty of hyperbole around identifying and defining spaces within this huge city but what that means and what is delivered to “Satellite Centres” by Council is still difficult to define let alone comprehend.

It is great to see development in Warkworth. I have concerns over the type of development and the changes for Warkworth the big box style of businesses such as the new Countdown supermarket will bring to the culture and feel of this space but welcome the jobs, town centre development and the general progress this business will bring to Warkworth. There are issues that have not been dealt with comprehensively in the past and around the intersections that are most directly affected by this development and I am certain that this is going to be another issue we have to address in the future. It is astounding how often the issues come back to roads and transport!

The Snells Beach Library will not be closing. This is not an option the Local Board – who we believe have jurisdiction – are prepared to consider. June Turner, Tracy Martin and myself will lock ourselves to the entrance before this happens!

As a result of this week’s Local Board meeting, this message will be formally delivered to Auckland Council Libraries and the Mayor.

Sandspit Marina Society’s offer to improve the amenity of Sandspit through use of material taken from the seabed, as raised in several of the submissions to the Environment Court, appears unlikely to proceed further. We are waiting for a report that might outline things that could be done to future-proof the spit.

Feedback, to date, from Auckland Transport in particular, indicates that the time required to discuss, formulate a plan, design and consent any changes in this space will be too long. I would like to continue to work in this direction but am not confident that there will be any significant financial benefit to ratepayers and users of this space. I may be premature but for me this is disappointing.

On a positive note, it was great to be able to support local events and allocate funding to a range of events that are coming up over the next six or so months. The Christmas parades at Helensville, Wellsford and Warkworth, Skyfawkes at Snells Beach, “40 Days of Summer” activities, and the Mahurangi Regatta are a few of the more significant ones to which local event funding has been allocated. Roll on summer.

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Rodney sports field funding disappoints Local Board Rodney has scored poorly in an Auckland Council analysis of sports field needs, which will determine where future capital works funding is allocated.

In Auckland’s draft Long Term Plan, However, Rodney Local Board $87.5m was allocated for capital works members were unimpressed by the to increase the playing capacity of the analysis, which they felt disadvantaged region’s sports fields to meet current Rodney simply because the district and projected demand, particularly had invested in its sports fields over the years, while other area’s had not. for training.

However, Council’s Strategy and Finance Board member Warren Flaunty said Committee is recommending that this this was yet another example of where be reduced to $85 million to meet the “methodology lets us down”.

Mayor’s three percent reduction-in- Tracey Martin said the analysis was spending target across Council. floored.

The funding, when combined with “Things like the fact that schools the approximate $61 million allocated use our reserves such as Shoesmith to sports parks projects in local board Domain don’t seem to have been plans, will deliver capital works taken into account and was the cost of projects that will provide an additional participating in sport factored into the 2477 training hours per week by 2022. analysis?” she asked. “In a rural area, Council sports turf advisors assessed where there’s no public transport, this all 747 Council owned, leased or means getting in a car and driving. managed fields in the region for “I am not at all happy at the idea of their potential to provide additional improving Auckland’s sports fields if it training capacity. is at the expense of Rodney’s fields.”

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In Wharehine, as in most of Albertland, schooling was initially held in one of the settler’s homes. The first school with Mr Steventon as teacher was built near the southern end of Wharehine. However, as bachelors in the district married and had families, they asked for something closer. Eventually, an acre of land was secured from David Smith. Though fairly Wharehine School, 18 June, 1914. The teacher central, as far as the population is Miss Ruby Aldworth, a granddaughter of was concerned, the site was not Tom Inger, Port Albert’s first constable. an ideal one for a school. On a bleak hillside, with scarcely half a dozen square yards of level land on it, the place had to be extensively excavated and levelled before the new building could be erected.

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Initially, the teachers were all men. Then after the Christmas holidays of 1884-85, a young widow, Flora McLean, arrived. She was rather attractive but had a fiery temper and was not overly patient, as many of the children found out. Early in 1885, a photograph was taken of the school, showing 34 children present. Mrs McLean bought a pony to ride to school, a wicked little brute that would frequently bite the children when they were catching and saddling him. On one occasion though, the joke was on the pony because when one of the boys was saddling him and he made a vicious grab at the boy’s leg, he got hold of a pocket of marbles instead!

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Mangawhai open day invite The community of Mangawhai is invited to an open day at the Club in Mangawhai on November 10 to discuss the future of Mangawhai Park.

The open day is one in a series was very heartening to see that level being organised by a steering group of interest. It is tremendous to see the comprising representatives from the community doing it for themselves, Mangawhai Track Trust, St John’s, but the challenge, of course, will the Mangawhai Historical Museum, be keeping up the momentum and the Club, the Golf Club and the retaining that high level of interest.”

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The information gathered during Chair Jim Wintle says the meetings are the open days will be analysed by the a way of introducing the community to steering group with assistance from a number of concept displays showing the Kaipara District Council. what development in Mangawhai Park Mangawhai Park, situated off might look like.

Molesworth Drive, is a large area of The idea was to collect community relatively undeveloped land that sits feedback and suggestions. between Mangawhai Heads and the “Around 200 people attended the first Village. Recent development has the day,” Jim said. “The park is a very included the Mangawhai Historical important part of Mangawhai and it Society and the Mangawhai Skate Park.

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Rugby secures showgrounds lease The Mahurangi Rugby Club has been given a 10-year lease, with a further right of renewal of 10 years, for its grounds at the Warkworth Showgrounds Reserve.

The club was also granted consent from the Rodney Local Board to undertake some additions and alterations to the clubhouse. These include installing a plywood floor, laying new vinyl, refurbishing the kitchen, an upgrade

of the toilets and other minor works.

The clubrooms are used by several community groups including the Warkworth Dance Club, Warkworth Netball and the Mahurangi Sports Collective. The lease allows the rugby club to remain in place until such time as its removal is deemed necessary to facilitate the construction of a multipurpose centre.

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Link service unites health care voice across Waitemata A new voice for community health was launched this month in the form of Health Link North, representing communities from Devonport to Wellsford, including Helensville.

Newly-appointed community engagement coordinator Anne Curtis was welcomed to the organisation, combining Rodney Health Link and North Shore Community Health Voice, at a public meeting at Silverdale Rotary.

An Australian now living in Puhoi, Anne has an extensive background in health-related work on both sides of the Tasman, including two years working for Northland District Health Board on a wide range of projects.

In Australia, her roles included public affairs director for a Melbourne health board and most recently, involvement in a public/private project working with a community of unemployed, Health Link North community low-income earners and refugees on engagement coordinator Anne Curtis. the rebuilding of a whole suburb. and now being on the outside A qualified reflexologist, she has spent looking in will be an advantage in the past two years working for herself facilitating constructive two-way in healing, coaching and mentoring. communications,” she says.

Anne expects Health Link North Anne plans to meet regularly with will consolidate previous networks to community groups and facilitate provide a vital connection between non-government organisation days the community and the Waitemata at North Shore Hospital twice a year, District Health Board, public health providing the public, patients and staff organisations and non-government with a chance to hear from various organisations (NGOs), ensuring their NGOs. A website, blog and regular voice is heard in healthcare planning newsletter are also planned. and decision-making.

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Guy asking if I would like to see him again. We spent the next year or so After 20 years on the farm the couple writing letters, sometimes calling and retired to Snells Beach and then moved occasionally we would travel to see each to Summerset retirement village last year. other. People didn’t travel a lot in those Guy and Pat have four children – days and I was busy teaching and Guy Ian, Helen and twin sons, Mark and was working hard on the family farm.” Murray. They have four grandchildren The couple were married in the and two great grandchildren.

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lifelonglearning Christian school in Wellsford cheers for 20 years service Present and previous students, teachers and supporters of Living Way Christian School came together to celebrate the school’s 20th anniversary at the Wellsford Community Centre last month.

Principal Peter Thomas says around 190 people attended the celebrations which included a banquet, past and present classroom photographs, entertainment, dancing and a cake cutting ceremony.

“Reaching 20 years is quite an achievement for a school that started out with nine students who were originally taught in the home of Cushla and the late John Sinclair in Wi Apo Place,” he says.

“John was instrumental in helping to establish the Living Way Trust, which was affiliated to the Wellsford Christian Fellowship.

“The school is a separate and independent, incorporated charitable trust, and is a member of the New Zealand Association of Christian Schools. We now have 28 students and have been at our current location in Station Road since 1996.”

Peter says in the past, the school roll has been up to 45.

“We cater for students from five to 18 years old. Subjects are taught from a God-centred, biblical perspective.

Students have workbooks for each subject and unlike other schools, are encouraged to learn at their own pace. Our secondary students use the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) curriculum, supplemented by courses from the New Zealand Correspondence School and they gain credits during the year.

“Students also spend one day a week at home and have a home-based skills programme specially developed for them. Living Way Christian School is open to families who align with its Christian values, aims and objectives.”

Peter says the school wouldn’t be where it is today without the parent support it receives.

“We have two teachers and the extra support comes from parents who volunteer their time to help the students and the school. Our hope for the future is to the see the numbers grow again.”

Before taking the principal’s position at Living Way, in 1999, Peter taught at Westminster Christian School, in Glenfield. He is married to Tania and they have four children.

Former principals Todd Roughton (left) and Anna Johnstone cut Living Way School’s 20th anniversary cake with current principal Peter Thomas.

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Finfish and shellfish biology, reticulation systems, hatchery techniques, seafood spoilage and safety – take a dip into the world of Aquatics!

Management of our coastal waters and freshwater resources is pivotal to NZ’s future.

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18 | Mahurangimatters 17 October 2012 SPRINGBOARD CELEBRATION

lifelonglearning Vodafone secures Mahurangi employment scheme On the eve of their first decade, Springboard Community Works has received an $80,000 sponsorship from Vodafone World of Difference to implement a new job placement scheme in the Mahurangi area.

Springboard founder Gary Diprose says the grant is a huge opportunity to address youth unemployment in the district. Part of the funds will be used to employ a fulltime coordinator to implement what is known as the Otorohanga Model, working with Youthline and WINZ. “With this sponsorship we are going to endeavour to make an even bigger difference to the youth in our community,” Gary says.

Springboard, which moved into its own headquarters in Hamatana Road, Snells Beach last year, is involved with around 120 youths on a weekly basis. It targets at-risk youth and families, offering programmes aimed at reconnecting them to the community and getting them back into the workforce.

Gary readily admits there was no grand plan when the genesis of the Springboard Trust started in 2002.

“Because I have a farming background, I was approached by PGG Wrightson’s Agriculture NZ to run an alternative education course for at-risk kids from

Community invited Springboard will celebrate its 10th anniversary at its Hamatana headquarters on Friday, October 19. Special guest speaker will be Principal Youth Court Judge Andrew Becroft. The celebration will be an opportunity to reflect on the journey Springboard has been on over the past decade and hear about its vision for the years ahead. The celebration will be held at the Hamatana Road headquarters, from 1pm to 3pm. All welcome. Info: www.springboard.org.nz Mahurangi and Rodney Colleges,” he says.

When Wrightson’s pulled out, the course came under the umbrella of the Vineyard Church Trust for four

years, before setting up independently as Impact Trust. Then, in 2008, the organisation re-branded as Springboard to reflect its steadily widening programme.

“Establishing credibility in the community, but particularly with the kids, was one of the first things we had to do and, in that regard, it took us about 18 months to really get some traction. The kids we work with are from broken homes where crime, drugs and alcohol abuse are common themes.

They have had a cycle of making trouble and getting moved on, and that was our point of difference – we weren’t going to move them on anywhere. We try to walk alongside them and show them there are other choices.”

Gary says it soon became clear that farming alone was not the vehicle to reach these troubled teens so the ASDAN life skills courses were introduced to offer a wider curriculum choice. His wife Michelle, a qualified teacher, became involved and by 2004, former policeman Lindsay Pahl had also joined the team.

“Lindsay was really motivated to help young people before they got into trouble with the law. He took a 50 percent pay cut and moved his family up here from Auckland, even though I could only guarantee him a sixmonth contract. I think it’s that sort of commitment that underpins everything we do at Springboard. We do it because we believe we can make a difference.” continued next page

Kiwi Concern Medical Alarms is a proud supporter and sponsor of Springboard and would like to congratulate them on their 10 years of success and achievements.

The impact of this wonderful organisation on the youth and wider community over the years has been phenomenal. We became involved when we first heard the compelling vision of Springboard’s founder Gary Diprose, which resonated with our own company values - to provide the highest level of service excellence to our customers and actively seek to make a positive difference in their lives. Kiwi Concern is a Kiwi-owned private company with Ministry of Social Development accreditation. We provide an excellent medical alarm service to the elderly of New Zealand, and despite our difference in target audience, see the invaluable work of Springboard as cut from the same committed cloth as our company.

We again congratulate Springboard on all they have accomplished and look forward to further success in the years to come.

Anyone wanting to find out more about Kiwi Concern medical alarms and the other work we are involved with around New Zealand is more than welcome to contact us on the details right.

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lifelonglearning How can you help?

The level of funding Springboard receives varies from year-to-year and from contract-to-contract. Some of its funding streams include the Ministry of Social Development – Child Youth and Family, Ministry of Education and Auckland Council, as well as grants from trusts and foundations, and donations. To maintain services at current levels, the operating budget is just over $500,000.

Director Gary Diprose says getting some security around funding is a challenge.

To this end, Springboard has launched the 1000@10 Appeal which seeks to secure an annual commitment from 1000 people to donate $10 a month.

“Everyone can do something to help these kids get back on the right track and we all benefit when they do. Some people give their time as volunteers and mentors, and we hope others will step up and give financially.” For more information, contact Springboard on 425 4623 or mail@springboard.org.nz

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Preparing Our Children at Mahurangi Christian School “Preparing our children for their future rather than our past is an exciting and tangible goal for teachers at Mahurangi Christian School,” says Helen Pearson, principal. “The world our children will grow up in is so different to the 20th century that our board and staff are dreaming big about what future education might look like.”

Springboard founder Gary Diprose (left) and operations manager Lindsay Pahl.

Gary says he has learned to celebrate achievement on many levels, no matter how modest it may seem to other people.

“While it’s fantastic to see a kid who struggled to read and write go on to get a job, it’s just as rewarding to see someone give up smoking or improve their school attendance. Some of the stories these kids can tell would break your heart – sometimes you have to know where they’ve come from to know how far they have travelled.”

Each year, Gary and the Springboard team have taken another step towards finding holistic and multi-faceted solutions to working with at-risk youth. This has involved spreading the net to include siblings, parents and wider family groups. Some of these programmes include the Go180 for youth offenders aged 14 to 16 years,

the early intervention programme Energise for five to 12 year olds, 4U Mentoring, Elevate family support, and the anti-graffiti initiative D Crew.

“It’s all about turning these kids into positive members of our communities, but we can’t do it alone. We’ve got some incredible people who’ve stepped up to join our mentoring programme for seven to nine year olds. They come from all walks of life with diverse life skills which gives us flexibility in matching children to the right people.

“We’re hoping that local businesses will show the same support for the work transition – job placement programme, which will start rolling out next year. Again, it will be a case of Springboard walking alongside these young people as they learn the skills they need to turn them into good employees.”

Almost 1:1 computer and iPad technology for Years 4-8 learners, and wireless throughout the school means Mahurangi Christian School learners can access a world that is so much bigger and more interesting than the classroom. “Next year our learners will be able to bring their own devices, connecting learning between home and school,” says Mrs Pearson.

2013 will see two digital classes in the school, a Books and Media Centre, and an outside amphitheatre, all providing opportunities for inspiring the kind of learning that sets children up for their futures.

"Christian education is about learning how to live authentically in the world.

We want our students to know God's love for themselves and to communicate that love through their lives in the 21st century world they live in,” says Carl Becker, chairman of the Board.

“In an ever changing world, core values such as love, faith, and diligence will never go out of style,” says Mrs Pearson. “It is a privilege to seek to provide a faith-based environment that is relevant and challenging, and encourages love for God, others, self, learning and God’s world.

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PRIMARY - JUNIOR COLLEGE - SENIOR COLLEGE

Located in Albany on Auckland’s North Shore, Pinehurst School is a world-class independent co-educational school for students from Year 1 to Year 13; a school where students are encouraged to strive for academic and personal excellence, and where the relationship between student, teacher and parent is paramount.

CIE CURRICULUM – INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISEd QUALIfICATION Since 2002 Pinehurst has offered exclusively the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) programme to all students.

Year on year, the school has achieved world-class results, topping the world in geography, physical education, IT and design technology; proving without doubt it was the correct decision.

PASTORAL CARE – PROvIdING STUdENTS A NETwORk Of SUPPORT At Pinehurst the pastoral care philosophy recognises that a successful education is more than academic achievement; it’s about providing the right environment where a child can excel personally, culturally, academically and in sport. With an ethos that pastoral care is fundamental to every aspect of school life, Pinehurst ensures that each child has a strong sense of belonging.

TRANSPORT fROM wARkwORTH ANd OREwA With no zone restrictions and safe chartered bus routes running as far north as Warkworth and Orewa, Pinehurst attracts students from a large catchment, including Auckland’s West, Rodney District, the North Shore and Auckland City.

Open Day: 24 October

Information Evening: 1 November, 6:30pm

PRIMARY TOUR starts 9:30am

Come and join us for our annual information evening. Learn about Pinehurst’s excellent reputation, small class sizes, dedicated staff and proven Cambridge curriculum.

JUNIOR & SENIOR COLLEGE TOUR starts 1:30pm Come and take a tour of the school premises, see classes in action, and talk to staff and prefects about their experiences.

To confirm your attendance, please contact our enrolment manager Heather Mills: phone (09) 414 0960 ext 614, or by email heather.mills@pinehurst.school.nz

75 Bush Road, Albany, Auckland phone (09) 414 0960 www.pinehurst.school.nz

Mahurangimatters 17 October 2012 | 21 EDUCATION MATTERS

lifelonglearning Interactive learning

By Tess Williamson, Homebuilders Courses Organiser

I notice that when a question arises in our household, whether it concerns fact-checking or how to do something, we no longer use our reference books. Instead, we Google it. The internet is a rich source of information for almost any topic you can think of but the quality of the information is another issue. The proliferation of YouTube tutorials may indicate a preference for visual learning and the topics cover just about anything human beings engage in. However, for many people, old fashioned “IRL” – In Real Life – learning is enjoyable and accessible, and is a useful addition to other types of learning. The interaction with fellow learners and the tutor makes the whole experience a rich exchange of ideas and the learning flows both ways.

One of Homebuilders’ tutors, Chris Pedersen, enjoys the lively exchange of her own and participants’ stories and experiences when she teaches cooking. She is keen that participants understand the why as well as the how during her classes.

“It’s important to follow a recipe carefully to begin with, until you understand how the ingredients work together. The ability to tweak a recipe, or to combine the best from similar recipes, gives you ownership of that recipe, and you can substitute ingredients to use your family’s favourites or use what’s available in your pantry or garden.” Chris adds that, “however closely you follow a recipe, there is no substitute for actually seeing how an omelette is turned, or having a go at kneading that piece of dough or stirring and smelling a good Bolognese sauce. We learn and remember with all our senses, which explains how we are often able to replicate our mother’s cooking without using a recipe.”

Many participants have commented that knowing the theory is not always enough. Vicki MacGillivray, who likes to research and read widely on topics she is interested in, found the hands-on and interactive aspects of Homebuilders’ courses helpful, including the organic gardening series. “It was interesting to see Trish Allen’s healthy worm farm with the different stages of vermicast produced from food waste and I felt comfortable asking her the most basic questions about what I should do to improve my own worm farm. Likewise, it was reassuring to see and smell the contents of a bokashi bucket so I felt confident that it would be another good composting option.” Vicki enjoys attending Homebuilders’ courses because she says they feel like an enjoyable and informal gathering of like-minded people and the tutors are happy to answer questions all the way through. But the hands-on component, whether it’s by watching and observing or actually doing it is what leaves the deepest impression.

Learning is an on-going, lifelong activity and Homebuilders’ free courses are about meeting people’s need to expand their horizons and learn in a friendly, community setting. To receive regular course information updates, send an email to: homebuilders.courses@hotmail.com.

History on Kauri Museum menu The Kauri Museum has marked its 50th anniversary and the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Albertland pioneers with the publication of Pioneering Life and The Kauri Tree.

The book is a colourful 150-page history, perpetual calendar and recipe book, compiled by Sarah Charles.

Featuring contemporary and archive photographs, charting the history of the museum’s local area, it covers a range of topics including the kauri tree, family, farming, childhood, Anzac Day, fishing, butter-making, the church and motoring.

Museum chief executive Betty Nelley says the book is a fascinating record and something that can be used as a memorable diary, for timeless recordmaking. Divided into 12 chapters, marked by weeks with dates but without days or years, it can be used year-after-year. The book includes more than 200 black and white archive photographs from the museum’s own collection, including some which have never before been published, and more than 50 recipes from the descendants of the early pioneers. Info: www.kauri-museum.com

HOMEBUILDERS FAMILY SERVICES 5 Hexham Street, Warkworth • Phone 425 7048 TERM 4 FREE COURSES – PLEASE ENROL AS PLACES ARE LIMITED

Gardening Series with Trish Allen: Plant your Spring Garden Part 1: Thurs 25 Oct, 9:30-12:30 at Homebuilders Plant your Spring Garden Part 2: Thurs 15 Nov 9:30-12:30 at Homebuilders.

Healthy Cooking on a Budget with Chris Pedersen: Easy Finger Foods & Sushi for the whole family.

Fri 26 Oct 9:30-12:30 at the Warkworth Methodist Church Hall.

Sewing Series with Christine West: Continuing Your Sewing Projects with Christine.

Friday 9th Nov 9:30-12:30 at the Warkworth Methodist Church Hall.

Floral Arts with Maureen Roke: Christmas Wreaths & Festive Flower Arrangements.

Friday 16th November 9:30-12:30 at the Warkworth Methodist Church Hall.

Free Parenting Course with Terry Healey in Wellsford: Bag of Tricks for Parents & Caregivers: Part 1 & Part 2: 5 Thursdays starting from 15th November 9.30-11.30 at the Wellsford Cooperating Church Hall.

All courses free of charge, free childminding is available if you request it when you enrol with child’s name & age.

For more information call Homebuilders on 425 7048 or email homebuilders.courses@hotmail.com

SeniorNet Warkworth 3 Matakana Road, Warkworth

Learning to use a computer?

SeniorNet Warkworth offers computer courses in both Windows based and Apple Mac programmes.

Ideal for small business ventures Join us and learn about Windows applications eg: Word, Excel, PowerPoint or the equivalent Apple Mac programmes.

We also offer workshop and short courses using iPad, iPhones and other hand held devices.

If you wish to improve your skills or start from the beginning, our experienced tutors are here to help you.

For more information contact our course coordinator 422 3728 or visit

www.seniornetwarkworth.org.nz

Early Learning Centre Where learning and discovery are nurtured by nature

Come in and enjoy nature’s lessons Licensed from birth to 5 years 7am-6pm

Phone 425 0511

www.natures-nest.co.nz 33 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth

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Adams Driving School lifelonglearning Warkworth – Orewa EDUCATION MATTERS

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Parents looking for something for their children to do that is fun, educational and will stay with them for the rest of their lives, may like to consider a snorkelling course.

Our new testing site is Orewa We teach in Warkworth & Orewa Lessons $65 per hour - any stage Getting you ready for the test you need in test area.

AA NZ Defensive Driving Courses – Monthly in both areas

Skin Diving Course Are you 10-14 and have a love for the ocean?

Wanting to get into scuba diving when you are a bit older?

Come join us!

Learn the theory of snorkelling, how to look after your gear, duck diving, local photographer Darryl Torckler’s Top 10 tips for underwater photography & much more!

When it comes to snorkel training, best to start young

By Neil Bennett, New Zealand Diving

What you get:

A Padi Skin Diver qualification A Reusable 8m Water proof camera A fun day in the pool and at Goat Island

When: 15th/16th January 2013 21st/22nd January 2013 Other dates available Cost: $85 Spaces going quickly so call us on 0800 NZDIVING now!

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There are 33 marine reserves in New Zealand, but they cover only an itsy bitsy piece of the sea 0.3 percent that surrounds our country.

However, they are there waiting to be explored and this can be a low cost adventure for NZ families. With Goat Island and Tawharanui reserves right on your doorstep, there’s an even bigger reason to go and explore the seas.

However, adventuring out into the sea presents a danger, especially for children. Learning how to deal with the water safely is paramount if you want to avoid the tragedies we see on the news every summer.

So, before you put a marine reserve visit on your family’s ‘to do’ list this coming summer, ask your local dive centre when they are running a New Zealand Underwater Mini Dipper’s Snorkelling course.

New Zealand Underwater have combined with the Government to produce a programme of water safety training, based around snorkelling

8TH NOVEMBER

Come and experience LIFE Childcare Centre and its beautiful facilities for free from 9 am -12 noon.

Special guests Buzz & Poppy will be there to welcome you.

20 Goodall Road rPhone 425-4305 rwww.lifechildcare.co.nz

that is designed to teach children all they need to know when snorkelling in the sea. Local dive centres are trained to teach kids at a level they will understand. A big bonus is that this course will count for up to two credits towards your child’s literacy and/or reading education.

The Mini Dippers course is broken into three classroom modules and pool sessions. The student guides include learning intentions and classroom activities, and very active pool sessions.

Some diving operations like New Zealand Diving have expanded the training programme by including practical sessions. We take the trained students to Goat Island and allow the kids to practise their skills in the confined area of the marine reserve. They are provided with a free underwater camera and off they go, filming the fish under the guidance of professional staff.

Initial courses will start during the January holiday period and will be spread over two days.

Mahurangimatters 17 October 2012 | 23 EDUCATION MATTERS

lifelonglearning Dyslexia...

more than a reading problem Contact Ann Cook

Licensed Davis Dyslexia Facilitator

Call 0272 855 926

www.dyslexiaworkshop.co.nz

Living Way CHRISTIAN SCHOOL 15 Station Rd, Wellsford Enrolments Supportive environment, individual attention, proven programme.

We have vacancies for enrolment at all levels - primary and secondary.

Warkworth yoga instructor Robyn Javis has recently returned from a trip to Thailand where she studied Thai yoga massage techniques.

09 423 7727 www.livingway.co.nz

Study of Thai therapy yoga shared in Warkworth classes A lifelong interest in yoga and a recent trip to Thailand have sparked Warkworth yoga instructor Robyn Jarvis’ interest in Thai yoga massage.

After studying yoga therapy at the with soft tissue and muscles,” she says.

Academy of the Natural Health “Thai massage is based on the concept Therapies, in Perth in 1998, Robyn that there are important acupressure returned to NZ and opened her own points on energy lines running through practice in Wellington, where she the body. Massage and pressure releases worked for 10 years. She moved to any blockages helping to stimulate Warkworth just over a year ago and is the flow of energy and restore general running yoga classes at the Masonic Hall wellbeing. It is beneficial for backache, in Baxter Street, three times a week. knee and joint pain, headaches and any “Health, massage and yoga have always digestive disorders.” been an integral part of my life and I’m Robyn says it involves some stretching keen to share my interest and knowledge and many of the exercises could be with others in the area,” she says. described as applied hatha yoga.

Robyn recently spent a month in It is suitable for the elderly and is Thailand where she studied with non-invasive – no clothes need to Thai massage masters at the Sunshine be removed. Thai Yoga massage Massage School, in Chiang Mai. This practitioners often use their feet, was her third trip to the school to learn elbows, palms thumbs and knees to apply pressure.

Thai yoga massage techniques.

“Thai massage is quite different to Robyn is offering beginner yoga classes Swedish massage, which works mainly from October 18.

021 802 667 Classes. All levels welcome Warkworth Tues 9.30am & 6pm, Thurs 6.30pm Puhoi Mon- 6pm YOGA FOR BEGINNERS 5 week course starts 16th October Thai yoga massage by appointment

Yoga With Robyn.

Home CHeesemaking WorksHops Matakana 2nd & 3rd November

Phone: (07) 883 8239

Small Steps Montessori Pre-School Matakana 984 Matakana Road, Matakana

WE CURRENTLY HAVE VACANCIES We offer your pre-school aged child (3-6 years) the following benefits:

• Individual attention • AMI Montessori Qualified Directress • Early childhood registered teacher • We combine the ECE curriculum with the Montessori philosophy giving a balanced education for your child • Warm and friendly environment • Purpose built centre with outdoor classroom and children’s vegetable garden • Extended hours available

Call now to discuss your requirements 09 422 9401

Mobile: 021 679 301 • Email: matakana.smallsteps@xtra.co.nz

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For more than 60 years, Resene has painted the nation with its kiwi ingenuity, producing innovative and high quality paint products and services to match.

Earlier this month, Resene Warkworth relocated from its premises in Glenmore Drive to 50 Morrison Drive.

Store manager Carol Green says the new location provides more customer parking, a larger trade area and is easier to find. Originally from Nottingham England, Carol has worked for Resene for two years.

“Resene has been in Warkworth for more than a decade and has built a solid reputation in the area,” she says.

“Products extend through a full range of paint and specialist coatings for residential and commercial buildings, as well as marine, industrial, automotive and agricultural use. Most of our business is based on trade supply. Local projects where Resene paint has been used include the Summerset development and Warehouse Stationery, as well as housing developments in Omaha and Jade River.”

Established in 1946, Resene is the largest privately owned and operated paint manufacturing company in NZ, with operations in Australia and Fiji.

Carol says Resene is a market leader in environmentally sustainable surface

Families, and children in particular, are favourite subjects for young photographer Sarahlee Cobb, of Maungaturoto, who has launched her business Lollipop Portraits.

“I love taking creative photos of people, but capturing the innocence and carefree nature of children is something special and probably led to me choosing the name Lollipop for the business,” Sarahlee says.

After finishing school at Otamatea High, Sarahlee studied Contemporary Photography at Unitec, graduating in 2007.

“For the past few years I’ve been working in the tourism industry, trying to save enough to start my own business. I’m specialising in onlocation shoots at the moment, but hope to one day have a fully-equipped studio of my own.”

Sarahlee says that on-location shots are ideal for rural families because they often better reflect who the people are and what is important to them.

She says she always advises clients to give her as much information as they can about the sort of images they like and what they want their photographs to say about them.

“Special requirements and special outfits are not a problem, and can

Resene

Lollipop Portraits

Back, from left, Resene colour consultants Julie Scott, Sina Tagiilima and store manager Carol Green.

coatings, producing waterborne paints and removing lead from decorative paints in the late 1960s.

“When you’re planning a painting project, come in and see us at the Warkworth Resene ColorShop. We can provide specialist knowledge and information about products, colours, tools and accessories and we have a great range of wallpaper and curtains to complement your paint choices.

“We have thousands of test pots and our colour consultants are on hand to help with any interior or exterior decorating queries. Resene also offers a ‘Find a Professional’ service. Our online directory includes hundreds of architects, designers, painters and decorators.”

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See www.resene.co.nz/sale.htm for sale details. Discounts off the normal retail price available 1-31 October 2012 only at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers. Paint offers also available at Mitre 10 Mega (excluding Greymouth) and Mitre 10 Bishopdale, Cromwell, Wanaka and Westport. Valid only with cash/ credit card/EFTPOS purchases. Not available in conjunction with account sales, promotional vouchers/coupons or other offers. Excludes trade, ECS and Crown products and PaintWise levy.

Sarahlee Cobb

inject a lot of personality into a photo.”

Although Sarahlee puts her images on her website so clients can browse them at their leisure, she stresses that the pages are password protected and secure.

“A lot of people are very concerned about privacy so maintaining their confidentiality is an important part of my service.”

Lollipop Portraits will run a photo booth at the Mangawhai Domain Market at Labour Weekend, as well as at the gala on January 2.

“This will be an opportunity for people to see first-hand what I do.”

Mahurangimatters 17 October 2012 | 25 COUN TD OW N WA R KWOR TH

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Supermarket showcases some state-of-the-art features Auckland Councillor Penny Webster will officially open the Countdown store in Neville Street, Warkworth, at 8.45am on Wednesday October 17.

The store will then open for business at 9am.

Countdown Warkworth Store Manager Antony Tasker said the 2500sqm store will feature Countdown’s latest design hallmarks and technology innovations.

“Some of the technology we’re using in our fresh departments is brand new to the company, so customers can enjoy a state-of-the-art shopping experience,” he says.

Countdown Warkworth will include a large in-store bakery baking fresh goods from scratch daily, as well as a butchery department, expansive produce section, service seafood counter and a service deli.

In addition to usual over-the-counter deli meats, the service deli will also offer customers a range of sliced-on-demand cheese – a unique supermarket offering for Warkworth locals.

The store will also feature a walk-in beer chiller, a Lotto outlet situated in the foyer, 154 undercover car parks and 16 checkouts, including four express checkouts and six self-serve checkouts so customers can scan and pay for their shopping themselves.

Countdown Warkworth has employed just over 80 full and part-time staff members, with more than 80 percent of the team sourced locally, and the others relocating to the Warkworth area. continued next page

In the space of 12-months, the Neville Street frontage has been transformed from a construction site ....

... to this, pictured just a week before the opening.

26 | Mahurangimatters 17 October 2012 CO U NT D OW N WA R K WORT H

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State-of-the-art Owned by Progressive Enterprises, a spokesperson says the new Countdown store has been carefully designed and constructed to reduce its impact on the environment. It features energy efficient lighting reducing power consumption and a CO2 refrigeration plant system that will give significant energy efficiency benefits.

The fresh produce fridges have stateof-the-art blinds that slide over at night and trap in the cold air. Similarly, sliding covers on freezers and heat reclaim off the refrigeration coils help minimise the store’s carbon footprint.

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Manager Antony Tasker said they were looking forward to bringing Warkworth locals and visitors the great value, extensive range and convenience of Countdown in time for Labour weekend. “Warkworth is a very popular holiday destination as well as being a convenient stop for people travelling north, and we’ve worked really hard to ensure the store’s doors are open ahead of the long weekend. The team is more than ready to welcome locals and holiday-makers this weekend.”

Countdown Warkworth will be open daily from 7am to 10pm.

Lending the community a helping hand The opening of the Countdown supermarket in Warkworth could provide additional opportunities for schools, community groups and sporting clubs to raise funds. Store manager Antony Tasker says Progressive Enterprises, which owns Countdown, has a policy of being involved in the community as much as it can. He says in partnership with the Salvation Army, food that is fit for consumption is redirected to boost emergency food assistance. The company has been supporting Alzheimers NZ for more than a decade and Countdown Kids, which runs from August to October, raises money for children’s hospitals throughout NZ. “We also recently launched Countdown in the Community,” he says. “Under this programme, Countdown will match funds raised at the store for eligible groups, up to $1000. So, if a group holds a sausage sizzle and raises $450, we’ll double it.” This year, for the second year in a row, the company supported the New Zealanders of the Year Awards, which recognise the achievements of individuals, organisations and community groups who make a difference. The Countdown Senior New Zealander of the Year award celebrates the achievements of Kiwi’s aged 60 and over. More information about these initiatives can be found at www.progressive.co.nz/in-the-community

Haydar Ali is a member of Countdown’s national relay team that helps set-up new stores. He’s using the auto-baler, which crushes both cardboard and plastic into bales that are then trucked to Auckland for recycling.

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Prices apply at Countdown Warkworth, 20-26 Neville St, Warkworth from 9am Wednesday 17 until Sunday 21 October 2012. Standard opening hours 7am - 10pm, 7 days. Featured products are available while stocks last. We reserve the right to limit quantities. Trade not supplied. For customer support visit countdown.co.nz. Onecard bonus point offers only apply when you swipe your Onecard. Some images shown are styled and are serving suggestions. Props not included. *The offer is not available for online shopping. A discount of 5% applies to people 65 years and older who spend $40 or more in one transaction and present a SuperGold Card, Veteran Card or a photo ID at the checkout. The qualifying spend excludes tobacco products and smoking accessories, Christmas Club vouchers, gift vouchers, gift cards and lottery tickets.

Mahurangimatters 17 October 2012 | 27 COUN TDOWN WARKWORTH

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Experienced grocery man takes helm in Warkworth If putting away the groceries after a trip to town seems like a chore, spare a thought for the people in charge of opening the new Countdown Supermarket in Warkworth.

Manager Antony Tasker estimates there were between 14,000 and 15,000 items to be stacked on the shelves ahead of the grand opening on October 17. A computer-generated ‘planogram’ was drawn up for every shelf and then one row of each product was put in place.

“In this way, we could see what each aisle would look like and, if necessary, could make changes without having to restack huge quantities of stock,” Antony says. “Members of the bowling club also helped out by pretending to be shoppers on one of our training evenings.

“This is the first store I’ve opened so it’s been a pretty steep learning curve. As well as the physical issues such as signage and stock, we’ve had to set-up teams and rosters to cover our trading hours.

Although the doors are open from 7am to 10pm, it’s actually a 24-hour-a-day operation. When the doors close, the store has to be cleaned and restocked, and then baking starts in the wee small hours and we’re off again.”

Antony says many of the 85 staff

members are new to the grocery business so training has been a big component of the pre-opening preparations. He estimates that about 80 percent of staff are locals. Most of the remaining 20 percent commute from the Hibiscus Coast or are relocating to Warkworth.

“One of the really rewarding aspects so far has been the opportunity to employ local people who for one reason or another have been out of work for awhile. Employing locals was always one of my goals when we started hiring.”

Antony has worked for Progressive Enterprises and its predecessors for just over 20 years. He started with Woolworths NZ in Newmarket as a trainee store manager and over the years has worked in Big Fresh, Woolworths, Foodtown and Countdown stores in Mt Wellington, Whangaparaoa, Meadowlands, Browns Bay, Glenfield, Takapuna and Westgate.

However, his career in supermarkets started in South Africa where he worked for the Checkers supermarket chain for three years.

“I was born in Kenya, lived in England briefly and then my family moved to

A week ahead of the opening of the Countdown supermarket in Warkworth, manager Antony Tasker said he was looking forward to it with a mix of excitement and anticipation. “Everyone has worked so hard, I just want everything to go well.”

South Africa. It was while travelling in Europe that I met my Kiwi wife Leanne.”

The couple live at Orewa and have three children, aged from 10 to 19 years. Although spare time is at a premium these days, Antony says he loves nothing better than to get out on the golf course when he can. He currently plays on a 19 handicap, although he was down to 12 when he was playing more regularly. He was also a member of the Warkworth Golf

Club for a while and still has a ‘pay and play’ membership at Mangawhai.

He says he is really proud of the Warkworth store, which will offer an excellent range of goods, an “awesome” fresh food set-up, wide aisles, Warkworth’s first travellator which connects the basement parking to the store foyer, and a light, bright interior.

“My aim is that customers will have a friendly shopping experience and staff will see there are career opportunities for anyone who wants them.”

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Tight site put priority on pre-project planning While outwardly, the new supermarket may look similar to most Countdown stores in NZ, there were a number of specific challenges in building on the Neville Street site.

Head contractor Aspec Construction was responsible for coordinating around 65 sub-contractors involved over the time of the build.

Project manager Michael Barltrop says Aspec has had experience with numerous supermarket constructions elsewhere and personally, he was involved in Countdown builds in Kerikeri and Auckland. Each job presents its own set of challenges. In the case of Warkworth, the fact that the building took up the whole of the 4000 sqm site created huge logistical issues.

“Getting materials in and out, and moving big trucks around took a lot of planning,” Michael says. “We are very grateful to the neighbouring bowling club and RSA, who allowed us access and were very cooperative.”

Michael says the Warkworth store reflects a number of innovative features.

For instance, the 2500sqm posttension concrete slab floor was built in-situ with no precast elements.

“It was done in three separate pours.

Once we started pouring, it was continuous so we were lucky that on all

three days, the weather was pretty good.”

Another feature was the way the steel frame was built.

“We actually drove a 25 tonne crane onto the post tension slab to erect the

steel frame, which required a huge amount of propping.

“When I look at the building now, I feel pretty proud of the job we’ve done.”

Michael says although most of the

contractors were Auckland-based, a number of local sub-contractors also worked on the project.

“At the end of the day, we’re governed by price and experience.”

While it was difficult to put figures on how much the project would have injected into the local economy, Michael said a lot of material was sourced locally.

“I think Subway would also have done very well! We’d really like to say a big ‘thank you’ to everyone in Warkworth for the way they’ve accommodated months of inconvenience, especially on the roads. It must have impacted on some of the nearby businesses and they have all been fantastic towards our project.”

As the main construction contractor for the new Countdown Warkworth supermarket Aspec Construction would like to congratulate Progressive Enterprises for this wonderful new building. We also thank the Warkworth RSA, Vet Clinic and Bowling Club and the local public and businesses for their cooperation and patience during construction.

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Property agent says businesses underestimate foot traffic Four units are available for lease in a new retail development, anchored by the Countdown supermarket.

The units are being marketed by Peter Gorton and Euan Stratton, of Colliers International, on behalf of Progressive Enterprises, Countdown’s parent company.

The four retail units all have street frontage to Neville Street and Peter admits he is a bit surprised that they haven’t yet been leased.

“I think perhaps people don’t quite appreciate the sort of traffic a supermarket like this generates,” he says.

“Figures suggest it is somewhere around 18,000 and 22,000 visits per week.

“Plus, the development provides convenient access to 147 basement car parks. The units are well suited to specialty shops, services and convenience retailers, and we are keen to see a good mix of retailers. A café would make an ideal tenant for one of the units, as would local clothing retailers, services such as a hair salon or real estate agency, and other food outlets such as a bakery.”

Peter says Progressive is seeking an eight-year lease on the units, which made sense for any business committing capital to a proper fitout and marketing campaign. A secure

The supermarket is opening its doors this week, but tenants are yet to be found for the adjoining shops.

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globaladventures Discovering the old and new in China

Travel bites

By Lynette Giles, of World Travellers Warkworth

Riding overseas

Having just returned from this amazing destination, I am happy to share with you some of my impressions.

Hainan Island: Situated off the southern coast of China, Hainan is an up and coming holiday destination. On the same latitude as Hawaii, Hainan offers a temperate climate with kilometres of long sandy white beaches, amazing resorts, crystal clear waters, rainforests, hot springs, spas, fishing, golf, duty free shopping, culture and much more. A great alternative to Hawaii, Phuket or the Pacific Islands.

Tiananmen Square: Until you actually stand there, you cannot appreciate the size. One million people can stand within the square shoulder-to-shoulder.

The size and historical significance gave me one of those ‘I am actually here doing this’ moments. The Forbidden City was a similar experience with it’s 9999.5 rooms (because 0.5 more would have been for a ‘God’ and this was for a mortal being) holding many stories and amazing architecture. The tranquil and beautiful Summer Palace is home to the world’s longest corridor, some 780 metres long with over 1000 hand painted panels.

Xian and the terracotta warriors: “Wow” pretty much describes it. When I was young, I heard about this place where they had discovered an ancient buried army and have always planned to see it.

The photos you see don’t do justice to the size of the excavation sites. Discovered in 1974, more and more relics are being uncovered daily. To date, only two whole statues have been uncovered with the rest having to be put back together taking nine months and costing around $15,000 each – no mean task.

The Emperor died in 221 BC and it appears that his task was unfinished but in creating this army to guide him through the afterlife, his empire collapsed only four years after his death because he took all the

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riches with him. Considered by some to be the 8th wonder of the world, this is definitely a site worth visiting. Loved it!

The Big Three – Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou: As three of the top four most populated cities, I was expecting them to be a bit grim but was pleasantly surprised by how clean and green each city was.

There was not a sign of rubbish on the streets and the Feng Shui plantings throughout made for very pleasant and well organised cities, even if the traffic was a little chaotic at times. All three cities were very easy to get around with cheap taxis and great subways. There are plenty of signs in English and most young people speak ‘a little’ English if you need help. Beijing is a city of contrasts, with the Hutongs (alleyways) with traditional buildings (houses, shops and such) running side by side with new modern multi-storey office blocks and apartments. Shanghai is bright, shiny and new. You can view an amazing display of extremely modern high rises featuring the second tallest building in China, with the tallest still under construction. There are also beautiful European buildings extending into the shopping areas and the Peoples Square with signs and lights to rival Times Square in New York. Old Shanghai features the city’s oldest tea house and boasts the best steamed buns in town! You want shopping?

Shanghai is your city. From exclusive brand names to market style bargaining, you can buy it all and at great prices. Guangzhou is the business hub of China and a great place for shopping – I would recommend it for a couple of nights stopover as it’s easy and not too much of a culture shock.

Did I enjoy my Chinese adventure? Definitely!

Would I recommend it to others? Absolutely!

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globaladventures Arizona adventure tale scoops travel competition prize World Travellers Warkworth recently held a competition, asking clients to send in their best travel stories. The winner was Lorraine Orman, of Warkworth, and the following is her winning story:

The author Lorraine Orman.

Monument Valley By Lorraine Orman “I’d love to see the Arizona desert,” Jim said.

“Why on earth do you want to see desert?” I asked.

“It’s just miles and miles of nothing.”

“I want to go to Monument Valley,” he said. “Where they filmed those old John Wayne westerns. You know, cowboys riding between enormous red mesas.”

“Uh huh.” I couldn’t remember the mesas, but I probably didn’t go to the right movies.

So we went back to the Insight bus tour brochure, and settled on a coach tour travelling through California, Arizona, Utah and Nevada. The second half of the tour would take us through deserts, mountains, and canyons. And, of course, Monument Valley.

The first deserts were the Mojave and Sonora Deserts – brown and dusty, with purple foothills lining the horizons on both sides. As we rolled into Scottsdale, near Phoenix, the Australians on board the bus burst into shrieks of delight – they’d spotted a Walmart!

This was followed by groans of despair when the bus didn’t stop.

The next day we climbed into the foothills of the Colorado Plateau, stopping at Sedona to be jolted up a rough track in a convoy of jeeps to view the bright red and orange cliffs. The day finished at the Grand Canyon, which looked as unreal as an oil painting.

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Finally we were travelling across Navajo land.

Tumbledown shanties and rusty RVs were scattered here and there among the valleys and boulders as if dropped at random from the sky. The Painted Desert was achingly beautiful – the massive escarpments surrounding us were layered with brown, red, orange, grey and green, while the desert was tinted in delicate shades of gold, pale green and blue-green.

We overnighted at Lake Powell, a manmade lake which looks completely out of place – like finding a deep blue lake on Mars.

And finally, we set off on the drive to Monument Valley. I could sense my husband’s pulse race as we drove further into the desert and passed groups of towering mesas (flat tops) and buttes (pointed tops).

We stood on dusty red promontories and viewed these monoliths reaching to the empty sky, as if they’d just pushed up from the fiery heart of the earth.

The Navajo have given them names. It was easy to spot the Left and Right Mittens, but others clung to their anonymity. We didn’t spot John Wayne – but we came away feeling that we’d been to one of the most spiritual places in the world.

This spiritual feeling continued over the next few days - as we floated in a blue raft down the Colorado River between 1200-feet-high canyon walls - and as we viewed the lolly-pink spires and minarets of Bryce

Canyon - and as we cricked our necks to spot the tiny red dots (climbers) hanging on the glowering cliffs of Zion National Park.

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Village People back by popular demand Tea and scones for a higher purpose

Disco legends The Village People will bring the party to the vines of Matakana when they play for one night only, at Ascension Wine Estate, on Sunday, December 2.

Billed as the ‘ultimate Christmas function’, Ascension owner Darryl Soljan says the concert is likely to be more “dance party” than show.

“Audiences are encouraged to join the party spirit by donning their favourite disco-wear,” Darryl says.

“Better still, come dressed as your favourite Village People character for an amazing afternoon of singing, dancing, celebration and fun.”

People are advised to book early to avoid disappointment as last year’s show at Ascension was a sellout.

Since forming in 1977, The Village People have sold more than 100 million albums, topping the charts with hits such as Macho Man, Can’t Stop the Music, YMCA, Go West and In The Navy.

They’ll be supported in Matakana by NZ’s own Beatgirls who will kick things off with an energetic, fully choreographed and costumed show featuring hits from the 60s and 70s by everyone from the Beatles and Abba to the B52s and Kylie Minogue.

Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic baskets, no alcohol or glass is allowed. Drinks and food will be available for purchase on site.

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Opshop tour cancelled Opshop has cancelled its Hits & Giggles show, which was to have played at the Leigh Sawmill on October 19.

The cancellation came after a band member was injured in Greymouth amid the nationwide tour. A spokesperson from the band’s management team says the band is ‘truly gutted’ to have had to cancel the remainder of the tour.

Several shows have been affected. Full refunds are available from the venue where purchased.

A High Tea will be held in the Puhoi Hall on Sunday October 21, from 3pm, to raise money for the restoration of Puhoi’s 131-year-old Church of Sts Peter and Paul.

Guests are being encouraged to dress up their best spring hat and take along their own pretty cup, saucer and plate.

So far, the community has raised $356,000, with help from the Lotteries Board, the ASB Community Trust and Rodney District Council. This was spent on a sprinkler fire protection system, new roof, renovation of the 22 stained glass windows and wood work restoration.

One of the organisers, Jenny Schollum, says by next year, the 150th anniversary of the settlement of Puhoi, the aim is to have the five statues and the picture frame, dating almost from the beginning of the Church, renovated, all the woodwork including the floor resurfaced, some concreting done and lighting improved.

“We have, so far, been unable to get funding for these projects, although money is steadily coming in through sales of the crosses made from recycled timber from the church and visitors’ donations,” Jenny says.

Tickets are $25 and all proceeds will benefit the church’s ongoing restoration.

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Frightening fundraiser re-run Everybody is invited to join in the gruesome games and spooky fun at the Halloween Spooktacular event on October 27.

Splat the Rat, Squish the Spider, and Toss the Eyeball are a few of the ghastly games on offer to children of all ages.

The annual event is a fundraiser for the Mahurangi Gymnastics Club, which last year raised $5000, selling nearly 600 tickets. President and event organiser Liz Davie Martin says there will be 10 activities for children and two more specifically for adults.

“Thanks to the generous support we have received from the wider community, we also have some Ghosts and ghouls, witches and bats, fantastic prizes,” she says. vampires and monsters and all sorts “The $5 entry fee includes two free of devilish hats are all welcome at this entries through the Haunted House, month’s Spooktacular. which won’t be quite as dark and Showgrounds multisport facility, where forbidding as it was last year. All they would ideally like to be located, games for children are only $1 each the club is committed to fundraising. and Kowhai Photography are kindly running a game and donating the “Spooktacular has grown into a much proceeds. There will be plenty of spooky bigger event than we first envisaged and sweets and frightening food and drinks our small club puts in a ton of effort. As for sale, and for younger children, long as we have an amazing committee there will be a pre-schoolers table with like the one we have now, and can get the 40 people needed to run it, we will suitable Halloween activities.” continue to do so.”

Everyone is encouraged to come The Spooktacular will be held at the dressed-up to add to the atmosphere. former Warkworth Women’s Bowling The club is working hard to provide a Club in Shoesmith Street, Warkworth. purpose-built facility for the area.

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An exhibition of traditional and creative embroidery, textile art and mixed media works will be held at the Old Masonic Hall, Warkworth, on October 26 and 27.

The Eye of the Needle is a biennial started exhibiting nationally,” she says. show organised by the Warkworth “It’s a very supportive club, where new members are mentored and Embroidery Guild.

The work of 35 embroiderers will be encouraged.” on display, ranging from practical to One of the club’s newest members decorative items which demonstrate is Sally Smith, who has a quilting the wide variety of embroidery background. techniques practised by members.

She was the club’s guest speaker at Among the exhibitors will be national its annual meeting in March, where prize-winner Shirley Pygott, of she talked about some embroidery Whangaparaoa, as well as the work of heirlooms, which had been in her family for several generations. several national tutors.

Guild president Pat Vaissiere says After meeting the members and seeing embroidery, along with other their work, she decided to join. craftwork, is undergoing a renaissance. “I was inspired by the work I saw and One of the outcomes of this could appreciate that they were a group renewed interest is that needlework of highly talented stitchers,” she says. is increasingly being recognised as The Eye of the Needle exhibition will “artwork”. be open from 10am to 4pm on both Guild member Jennifer Kirker says the days.

Warkworth guild is fortunate to have The guild holds morning and evening a number of skilled and experienced meetings, on the second and fourth members who are happy to share their Wednesdays of the month, in the old expertise.

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Council compliance visits anger farmers Farm app helps A recent mailout from Auckland Council, setting out new procedures for on-site compliance visits, has angered landholders in northern Rodney.

Landowners and Contractors Protection Association chairman Brian Mason says members have been fielding calls from distressed farmers over the issue. Brian says the association is very disappointed that after two years of working through issues together, Council has “pulled the rug out from under us”.

“The LCPA has sought to build good working relationships with the compliance team and provided valuable input into the visiting procedure, along with other industry stakeholders,” he says.

“The new revised dairy plan requires that only 24 hours notice be given by phone, which in many cases is Farmers have several obligations under the Resource Management Act in insufficient given the nature of the job. regards to effluent management and know they are required to comply with People often don’t get their messages Council rules, but they are disappointed by Auckland Council’s approach to until night-time or if absent, not at all. managing on-farm compliance relationships.

“The magnitude of regulatory camera but should they not be present, Wednesday October 24, starting at 7pm. requirements and the penalties outlined it would be highly likely cameras The Council compliance team will be are such that farmers need to be well- would be used. The letter indicates present and the camera debate will be informed about the notified visit.” cameras will only be used in cases of challenged with legal opinion.

Brian says the other huge bone-of- non-compliance but this is barely Brian says all interested parties and contention is the issue of cameras credible following recent incidents individuals are welcome to attend as within the district.” being used. this approach may shortly encroach “It’s being promoted that a farmer The association is holding a public upon other rural sectors, impinging can decline an officer entering with a meeting in the Port Albert Hall on on their viability.

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Landowners and Contractors Protection Association chairman Brian Mason (right) presented John Turner with a commemorative plaque.

Rural champion heads south Northern Rodney farmer and founding member of the Landowners and Contractors Protection Association, John Turner, was farewelled at a dinner in his honour at Snells Beach recently.

John, originally from England, started Association and became its president his working career as a shepherd on for several years. a South Island high country station. The fairly recent initiative, possibly Later, he entered the business world his best known by the general public, and built up a multi-million dollar was the television advertisement for an import/export textile business. insurance company, which depicted After selling the business he bought a an Angus bull in a china shop. He was property on Perry Road, Warkworth, also involved with the move to have McDonalds market its Angus burgers. where he established an Angus stud.

John moved into the administration The Landowners and Contractors of the breed and served on the Angus Protection Association honoured John’s time and contribution to the National Council.

Over the last decade or so, he has group with a commemorative plaque. farmed his Angus stud at Wharehine He has recently sold his Angus herd in the wider Wellsford district. He and taken up a small horticultural moved up the ranks of the Angus property at Tauranga.

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Organiser Gareth Baynham says there will be presentations from Chris Boom, who is running a project looking at different methods of growing cattle

faster to allow them to be finished before the second winter, and from Mark Anderson, from Helensville Vet Services, who will be give an update on liver fluke and other parasites in cattle. Dan and Nicky Berger will also be updating their progress on the monitor farm.

“The afternoon will also include a tour around John’s farm, where he’s been busy fencing off waterways,” Gareth says.

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Rural briefs Beef lamb group forms Beef + Lamb New Zealand is establishing a new extension programme based in the Kaipara District. The programme will be named the: B+LNZ West Coast Farmer Focus Group. The purpose of the group is to identify key issues or opportunities in the Kaipara applicable to sheep and beef farmers. The programme will be managed and driven by a steering committee made up of local farmers and rural professionals.

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13% vol, 13% alc/vol (or similar wording) – also compulsory. The amount of alcohol in wine is directly correlated with the amount of sugar in the grapes at the time of picking because the process of grape juice being turned into wine is essentially the process of yeast converting sugar into alcohol. The level of alcohol in wine is determined by the weather during the season: hot and dry means more sugar in the grapes.

Egg whites (or milk products) have been used to purify this wine – This process is called “fining”. The proteins in egg whites (albumin) and milk (casein) are effective in removing some of the ultra-microscopic soluble particles in wine which can contribute harsh flavours, but which cannot be removed by filtration. Fining is most commonly used with red wines to remove astringent and bitter tannins.

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With the impending arrival of summer, we will see changes in the health needs of our pets. One of the most important ones is the need to take care of the rise of skin allergies, especially in dogs. Allergies are characterised by an overreaction of the immune system to a stimulus that it perceives as a threat. To explain how this works, think of the immune system as a gatekeeper that responds to agents it comes into contact with that want to invade the body.

It’s a bit like the on-going battle to keep the sink areas clear of dirty dishes in the kitchen. Putting them in the dishwasher is one way of alleviating the problem.

The top gatekeeper, whoever this is in your household, will communicate this message to the others and if the message is not recognised by the others immediately, the dishes will invade and take up the remaining bench space in the kitchen. This can lead to a measured response by the gatekeeper or something more violent! There is no easy way to explain the intricate mechanisms of the immune system. It is a field of knowledge that is constantly evolving and just to list the number of players would take half a page.

Coming back to our dog, we can say that the most significant skin allergy is the flea allergy. The immune system of the dog responds to the flea bite itself but also to the flea faeces on the skin. The more irritated the dog, the more vigorous and sustained the licking, biting and scratching of the affected area. This will lead to reddening and swelling of the skin, hair loss and eventually to a loss of the integrity of the skin surface. The skin will be weepy, bacteria will invade the now open sores and there might eventually develop a fungal overgrowth. Once this point is reached, it is a long, painful and cumbersome way back to a normal healthy skin. Often systemic corticoids and antibiotics are needed for quite some time in conjunction with a topical application of steroids, antibiotics and antifungals. And, even then, the dog has to wear the dreaded cone-shaped collar to prevent it from self-mutilation.

By far the best time to intervene to prevent this final meltdown is right at the beginning, by not exposing your pet to the burden of fleas. In our practice, we now see a lot fewer of these extreme cases due to the use of modern anti-parasitics.

It is a fact that the warm summer temperatures boost the flea population outdoors, but untreated animals are able to sustain large flea populations inside your home. If your dog has a high flea burden, consider getting rid of its bedding and flea bombing the whole house – this is not an unreasonable step to take.

However, you still have to treat your dog at the prescribed interval and dose rate.

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The Puhoi Sports Club is running summer soccer for both adults and children starting November 2 and is holding a muster night at the club on October 26. Registration for children will be held from 4.30pm to 6pm and from 6pm to 7pm for adults. Games will be held on Friday nights, running for six weeks ending December 7. Info: Email Simon president@puhoisports.org.nz Wrestling

The Junior Surf Lifesaving programme prepares members for the eventual transition into the lifeguard and sport side of surf lifesaving.

Summer heralds start of surf lifesaving season at Omaha The Omaha Surf Lifesaving Club is inviting confident and capable young swimmers to join its junior surf programme.

The registration day will be held on participate with their children and October 27. develop their own safety and survival Head coach Loretta Hogg says the skills while having fun at the beach. programme provides a range of “Parents automatically become opportunities for children to learn members if their children sign up.” water safety and surf sports skills in a Registration will be held at the Omaha controlled, safe and fun environment. Surf Lifesaving Club at 10am.

“It is important that children aged Patrols start on October 20, initially seven years and older, who are from 11am to 4pm. interested in joining, know how to swim and have confidence in the Surf Life Saving New Zealand’s biggest fundraiser, National Jandal Day will water,” she says. be held on December 7.

“Junior surf assists children to develop and improve their surf Info: mail@omahasurf.co.nz lifesaving knowledge and skills in both non-competitive or competitive environments. We have groups for ages four to 14 years old, and the learning outcomes are tailored at each level to ensure we challenge the kids and teach them relevant skills.

We want to foster their development to ultimately prepare them to be patrolling members of the club.”

The juniors meet on Saturdays at 10am over the summer through to March. The first training day will be held on November 3.

Loretta says parents are welcome to

Helpers needed Leigh Preschool is looking for a handful of volunteers willing to help out at the Leigh Preschool Gala on October 21. The Gala runs from 9am to midday. Info: Carmel or Selena 422 6516.

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The North City Silverbacks Olympic Wrestling Club trains every Thursday at Mahurangi College Gym. College wrestling for rugby is at 3:30pm, and club wrestling from 4:15pm. New members welcome.

Info: Graham 09 426 7156.

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Rodney Junior Tennis Interclub for grades 14 and over, 13 and under, and 10 and under, starts November 3. Teams need to be registered by October 26. Info: Kaye Jackson on 425 6965 or email kayejackson@xtra.co.nz Swimming

Kowhai Swimming Club is inviting children who can competently swim 25m in at least two different strokes to join them at the Mahurangi College Pool, from 5.30pm to 6.15pm on Tuesdays, for a casual start to competitive swimming. Club nights also include a variety of other activities such as dolphin leagues, relays and distance certification. Cost is $20 per child per term. Info: Ruth 422 9349.

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what’s on October 2012

See also Scoreboard (page 47) for sporting events For links to more information about some of these events, as well as listings through to the end of the year, visit the What’s On calendar online at www.localmatters.co.nz

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Springboard 10 Anniversary Celebration, Hamatana Road, Snells Beach, 1pm-3pm (see stories p18&19) 20 Matakana School Gala, Matakana School from 7am, treasures, entertainment, and food galore. Info: matakanaschoolgala.co.nz or phone 09 422 7309.

20 Mangawhai School Agricultural & Gala Day, Insley St. from 9am.

Info: Phone 431 4385; www.mangawhaibeach.school.nz 20 Book Fair, Mahurangi East Community Centre, Snells Beach.

20 Tauhoa School Calf Club Gala, market stalls available. Info: Dianne 423 9169.

20 Quiz ‘n’ Fun Night Mangawhai Volunteer Fire Brigade fundraiser at Mangawhai Golf Club, 7pm, $26. Bookings essential. Info: akitchener@xtra.co.nz 20 Pt Wells Library Book Sale, Pt Wells Hall, from 9am to 3pm.

20&21 Mangawhai Fishing Competition, tickets available from Mangawhai Fishing and Tackle, and Mangawhai Service Centre.

20&21 Art Trail Mangawhai, 45 artists at 14 locations. Look for the fluoro flags on roadsides.

21 High tea, Puhoi Hall, fundraiser for historic church restoration, from 3pm (see story p37) 21 Faulty Towers, Warkworth RSA, dinner & show 7pm. Info: 425 8568.

21 Car boot Sale, Hoteo North Hall, 9am-noon. Vendors welcome.

21 The Firemen’s/ladies All Weather Run, Mangawhai Volunteer Fire Brigade fundraiser starts 10am opposite Mangawhai Information Centre. Entry $10, ages 13 and up only. Information and tickets email akitchener@xtra.co.nz 21 Trip-A-Trail with Dog Pal or Human Friend, Mangawhai Volunteer Fire Brigade fundraiser, starts 10am carpark behind Info Centre.

Entry $10 per dog, $5 per person. Info: akitchener@xtra.co.nz 21 Matakana Indie Craft Market 9.30 to 2.30pm.

21 Leigh Preschool Gala, from 9am to 1pm. Helpers still needed.

Phone Carmel or Selena 422 6516.

21 Mangawhai Beach & Country Market @ Domain, 9am-1pm.

Food, stalls and carboot sale. Info: 027 458 6144.

24 Landowners and Contractors Protection Assn public meeting on Council compliance issues, Pt Albert Hall, 7pm (see story p41) 25 NZ Hymns & Songs with Colin Gibson, Warkworth Methodist Church, Hexham St, 6.30pm; $10 donation at door. Info: 425 7559.

26&27 Warkworth Embroidery Guild exhibition Eye of the Needle, Old Masonic Hall, Baxter St, Warkworth, 10am- 4pm (see story p40) 27 Puhoi’s annual concert featuring classical folk music, Puhoi Centennial Hall, 7.30pm Info & tickets: Quintin Lush 422 0635 or Fran Endemann 422 0835.

27 Spooktacular, former Warkworth Women’s Bowling Club in Shoesmith Street, 5pm-8pm. Tickets $5, available at the gate or Mitre 10. Info: Liz Davie-Martin 425 5705 (see story p39) 28 Second-hand Book Sale, a fundraiser for the Puhoi Historic Library, from 8am. Look for the marquee on the Puhoi Riverbank.

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Mangawhai surfer steps up in Taranaki Gymnasts win Young Mangawhai surfer Cory Vercoe, 10, will be the one to watch in future competitions following an outstanding performance at the recent 2012 Surfing NZ National Primary Schools Surfing Championships, held in New Plymouth.

After winning his first heat and placing second in his second, Cory finished 10th in New Zealand in the under 12 age division.

He said he was “stoked” with his performance in Taranaki and is looking forward to competing in the Surfing NZ Grom Series this coming summer.

Cory started competing in regional and national surfing events this year, although his dad Mark is a local surfing identity.

Cory was the youngest competitor in the Mangawhai Board Riders ‘Anything But 3’ contest earlier this year. He then entered the 2012 Polar Bear Classic, held at Sandy Bay, and progressed to the second round in the under 16 boys division.

Northern surfers put in some good performances at the championships, with Whangarei High School competitor Manu Scott-Arrieta claiming his maiden National Scholastic Championship in the Under 14 age group. Mangawhai Heads Robyn Turnbull (Raglan Area School) also featured in the Under 18 Girls final, placing third. Other stand-out performers for the 2012 Quiksilver Northland Surfing Team included Mitch McRae (Mangawhai/Rodney College) who placed seventh in the Under 18 Boys Longboard Division.

Cory Vercoe is following in his father’s wake. Photos Col/Surf2Surf.

in nationals

Mahurangi gymnasts put their stamp on the GymSports NZ National Artistic Gymnastics Championships held in Blenheim this month.

Although Thea Henderson, Maya Paul and Rhys Jones represented the North Harbour province, as individuals and in teams, all three started at the Mahurangi Gymnastics Club.

Thea Henderson, 12, a Year 7 student at Mahurangi College, won the overall gold medal and trophy for women’s level 5 gymnastics, from a field of 94 competitors. She also brought home the Tony Quirk trophy for the highest average points for all junior women at the championships, and two gold medals, two silver and one bronze in individual and team events.

Maya Paul, 11, a Year 6 student at Matakana School, won gold in the individual women’s step 5 unders on floor and silver in a team event. She ranked fourth overall for women’s level 5 gymnastics out of 94 competitors.

Rhys Jones, 13, a Year 8 student at Mahurangi College, won a bronze medal for men’s step 4 team.

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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)

our clinics

Phone 09 423 8086 for 24/7 after hours urgent service Delivered twice a month to 12,350 homes & businesses throughout north Auckland