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Blow the whistle; we’re ready to play As excitement builds in the countdown to the Rugby World Cup 2011, Mahurangi locals are getting their game face on with schools, businesses and community groups gearing up for some serious sports mania. Throughout the duration of the tournament, from September 9 until October 23, people will be dressing up themselves and their towns to reflect the international flavour of the event. Big screens abound and office sweepstakes are flourishing as rugby pundits cautiously have their say. The competitive spirit is alive and well in Mahurangi, as local rugby stars Robin Brooke and Rod Jones (pictured right) were happy to demonstrate – simply putting a rugby ball in a player’s hands is enough to spark a friendly rivalry. The pair are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to a proud rugby history in the Mahurangi region, which has generated more than its fair share of champions in the sport. Check out our Rugby World Cup liftout inside for your personal game listings, insights into both the past and the future of the game and its teams, and to find out more about how your local community will be taking it to the streets, where all ages can join in with what is being billed as the country’s biggest ever event.

this issue Stockyard Falls developer Inside Special 16-page Rugby liftout calls it a day, sale imminent A grand vision for a heritage retail shopping centre on the western side of Warkworth lies in tatters as Neil Barr and partners attempt to sell Stockyard Falls.

Tenders for the 5.88 hectare property, which includes the Mitre 10 Mega, closed on August 16. Agents handling continued page 2

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the area to help keep the retail focus going ahead,” he says. Kindercare general manager of operations, Kelly Wendelborn says plans for a Warkworth centre definitely remain on the drawing board, but it may not be built within the next 18 months. A third company previously cited as a likely to move in, Siteworks Lighting, could not be contacted for comment. In 2007, when the Environment Court gave the project the green light, the developers were hoping to see the centre built in three stages, over five years, bringing 600 new jobs to the area once completed. Mr Barr said he did not wish to comment while the sale was being negotiated.

Council maps Unitary Plan process The Rodney Local Board has appointed Wellsford member James Rolfe as its primary representative on an Auckland Unitary Plan planning forum. Auckland Council will be drafting the far-reaching plan over the next 18 months. Its first milestone will be December this year when it hopes to have completed the scoping stage, which involves reviewing current resource management plans and identifying the issues and options for addressing these issues. The Unitary Plan will potentially combine seven district plans (from the seven legacy councils) as well as

regional plans covering coastal; air, land and water; dairy farm discharges; and sediment control. Council says the combination of these documents presents an opportunity to reduce the complexity of the planning process and make it more efficient; both for Council and for plan users. It will ultimately be a comprehensive resource management plan containing a set of objectives, policies and controls that will manage all activities and development in the Auckland region for the next 15 to 20 years. Once completed, it will be the most comprehensive RMA plan in NZ.

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the sale hope to announce a result within the “next week or two”. The only information they were prepared to release was that they were in negotiations with a number of parties. Mr Barr embarked on the multimillion dollar Stockyard Falls development in 2002, but ran into problems almost every step of the way. Transit NZ, now the NZ Transport Agency, vetoed the project on the grounds it would increase congestion on Warkworth’s roads. Agreement with an anchor supermarket failed to materialise, compliance issues took their toll and then the economy was hit by the recession. As late as a year ago, Mr Barr remained optimistic that the project would still proceed following Mitre 10’s significant investment on the site. He said in August last year that Ceratelle Marketing and KinderCare were among the next in line to move in and both companies confirm they have bought titles and will be going ahead with their developments. The chief executive of homeware import wholesaler Ceratelle Marketing says the company isn’t reliant on retail and hopes to complete its premises around March or April next year. “I think our building going up will give fresh courage to others looking in

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Hockey celebrates funding commitment Highway land Work could start on construction of a new hockey field at Warkworth Showgrounds as early as mid-November. Auckland Council has advised the Warkworth Hockey Turf Trust in writing that it has set aside $614,000 over the next two years to develop the showgrounds. Most of the money will be spent on earthworks for the hockey turf – one field initially, with provision for a second field in future. Sports enthusiasts in Warkworth hope this marks the beginning of the longawaited showgrounds redevelopment, which could eventually include a multi-purpose aquatic centre. Hockey trust chair Brett Illingworth says he is looking forward to seeing work finally start. “Nearly eight years ago we thought we had an undertaking from Rodney District Council that the hockey turf would go ahead, but nothing happened,” he said. “Now we have it in writing, so this time we’re confident that a start will be made.” While Council funding will pay for the field foundation, the trust will have to find the money for the playing surface, fence, goals, lighting and Mark Illingworth says work will start soon on the new hockey fields and he has the other facilities. This is likely to cost piece of paper to prove it! Junior hockey players, from left, are Shona Illingworth, between $400,000 and $500,000 and Juliette and Samuel Twhigg, Shar and Molly Illingworth, and Chris Saunders. a major fundraising campaign will be neglected over the last 20 years largely will be opportunity for social matches. launched during the Kowhai Festival. due to the lack of facilities,” Brett Wellsford Hockey has already Brett sees the new field as a catalyst for says. “At present, teams have to travel indicated it will play in Warkworth.” a revival in hockey in the north. between Whangarei and Auckland to The new turf will be built on the “Rodney was once a very strong play. A home ground will mean more number four rugby field and is expected hockey district, but the sport has been juniors can become involved and there to be finished late next year/early 2013.

Warkworth pool proponents press for action Proponents of a multi-purpose sports centre in Warkworth, which includes an aquatic facility, are calling for an independent assessment of the district’s sports and recreation needs. In a submission to the Rodney Local Board draft plan, the Mahurangi Community Sport and Recreation Collective requested that funding for a Sport and Recreation Strategy be brought forward by two years to the 2012/13 budget. They want the strategy done in advance of the

proposed Warkworth Showgrounds development, to enable it to be completed in conjunction with the reserve management plans review. As a cost-effective option, the collective suggested that an outside consultant or post-graduate university student should complete the strategy. The board has also been asked to use $15,000 to $50,000 from its discretionary budget for a feasibility study, concept plans and community plan for the multi-purpose centre

which would include a pool, hard courts and sports fields at the Warkworth Showgrounds. The collective said the need for an aquatic facility was urgent, as the nearest public facility is at Stanmore Bay, 35 minutes south of Warkworth. The multi-purpose centre in conjunction with the redevelopment of the Warkworth Showgrounds received more submissions than any other single project raised in the Local Board plan.

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Landholders along the indicative route of the proposed Puhoi to Wellsford ‘road of national significance’ are becoming increasingly frustrated at the uncertainty surrounding the project. Wyllie Road resident Joel Dickson says the highway will go through the middle of his house. In a letter to Transport Minister Steven Joyce, Mr Dickson said with the proposed route now welldocumented, he was left with a property that was completely unsaleable to anyone but the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA). “Our ability to buy, sell or develop the property further has been completely compromised and it is imperative that we see a provision put in place by Government to provide funds to purchase the land required to proceed with this development,” the letter said. “It’s totally unacceptable to leave the 70-plus landowners, who are directly affected, in limbo and without the ability or freedom to buy/sell/develop and move forward.” NZTA state highways manager for Auckland and Northland, Tommy Parker, says NZTA is aware of people’s anxiety regarding their property and is working as quickly as possible to resolve this. “The investigation process we started last year is still underway and the team is working hard with progression of the technical aspects of the project to help provide more certainty to landowners,” he says. “We are working with individual property owners as they have contacted us and we are dealing with each one on a case-by-case basis.” Mr Parker says it’s hoped to complete negotiations with all landholders over the next 18 months. NZTA is dealing with about 50 landowners that are directly affected and more who are their neighbours. Steven Joyce in Wellsford www.localmatters.co.nz

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FEEDBACK EMF needs scrutiny Readers of your newspaper are privileged indeed. In these days of widespread public mistrust of mainstream media, a well-written, balanced and above all, independent newspaper, has become unusual. To find such a newspaper with a true, social conscience that publicises issues about WiFi and cellphone towers (MM 17 Aug), has unfortunately, become a rare and wonderful thing. On Waiheke Island, we are lucky in this respect and after reading the last edition of this paper, clearly Mahurangi is fortunate too. Two months ago, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), branch of the World Health Organisation, classified the emissions from such devices as WiFi antennae and cellphone towers as Category 2B – possibly carcinogenic to humans. This category contains exhaust fumes, industrial dry cleaning chemicals and

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the pesticide DDT. Typically tumours take 30 years to develop. Antennae and cellsites emit continuously, day after day, year after year. It is impossible to imagine that continually exposing our children to such substances is going to be harmless. Instead of warning the public or urging for the same levels of protection that Italy, Israel, Russia, Austria and Switzerland have, the mainstream media here appeared determined to downplay (even ridicule) the WHO announcement. Perhaps I missed it, but even the huge Parliamentary Assembly Council of Europe (PACE), Resolution 1815: The Potential Dangers of Electromagnetic Fields and their effect on the Environment, seems to have been ignored here. Mahurangi is lucky also to have Helen Bartom, who on becoming aware of the potential danger to children, has been working tirelessly to warn and

inform. Movements for change begin with courageous individuals and who knows, maybe one day NZ will have cause to be grateful to Mahurangi. Stephanie Honeychurch Waiheke Island

Untested technology Thank-you for your recent article on WiFi in schools (MM 17 Aug). I am very concerned about the possible health effects of EMFs on humans especially children in a compulsory school system and am at a loss to understand why the Ministry of Education is promoting “a possible carcinogen” in our kiwi classrooms. I will share your article with local schools in Auckland who are keen to learn more. I have removed my child from school because of the long-term health risks involved in this untested technology. Justine Baker Remuera

Grand old lady of Port Albert gets a facelift The Port Albert community pitched week’s work. A full exterior repaint and repairs were among tasks carried out by the hall committee in conjunction with Wellsford Lions and Roger Farr Builders, and support from Macsway Scaffolding Ltd and Resene Paints of Warkworth. The first purpose-built Port Albert Hall began its life on a site closer to the Port Albert Wharf in 1887, the 25th

in recently to give their 95-year-old hall a new lease of life in an intensive anniversary of Albertland Settlers’ departure from England and became central to the community for 26 years before it was accidentally destroyed by fire. The current hall was built on its present site in 1916 and is officially named the Port Albert Temperance Hall Lecture Room and Reading Room. Still owned and managed by

the community, it has been listed by Council as a significant cultural heritage item. Plans are currently underway for a weekend of celebrations to be held around the Wellsford district at Easter 2012 to mark the 150th anniversary of the Albertlanders’ leaving England. See albertland.co.nz or contact the Albertland Museum for details.

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Hey buddy A local is catching up with our brave new world; the hard way. He was in the public toilets recently and as he sat down, a voice from the next cubicle said: “Hi, how are you?” Embarrassed, he said: “I’m doing fine”. The voice said: “So what are you up to?” Our friend replied: “Just doing the same as you - sitting here!” Then he asked: “Can I come over?” Annoyed, he said: “I’m rather busy right now.” Then the voice said: “Listen, I’ll have to call you back, there’s an idiot in the cubicle next to me answering all my questions!”

Fishy location It wasn’t all about preserving marine life when Auckland Council invited guests to the recent opening of the Tawharanui Marine Reserve. They were also concerned about guests surviving the trip to attend. In an eight-stage set of instructions to find the event, Mahurangi roads got special mention with warnings that Warkworth’s Hill St intersection was “complicated” and urging drivers to “please take care” as Takatu Road was winding and unsealed at the end. Off The Record contributions welcome. Email editor@localmatters.co.nz

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Wireless internet – good or bad?

In the August 17 issue Mahurangi Matters reported on the growing concern over increased wireless internet use in schools. Some people believe children are more susceptible to the Electromagnetic Frequency and Radiation (EMF) emitted from wireless devices and schools should be exercising precaution. Most local schools said they relied on the standards set by the Ministry of Education, who were encouraging wireless installation. In turn, the Ministry said it relied on advice from the Ministry of Health and it was up to school boards to decide what communication infrastructure they used. Mahurangi Matters has since spoken to the Ministry of Health and the National Radiation Laboratory.

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The Ministry of Health, through the National Radiation Laboratory, has not given any formal advice to the Ministry of Education on the matter. However, the National Radiation 2B classification. Laboratory considers that the health However, Mr Gledhill says the research carried out to date shows that classification relates to a “possible” link working and studying in areas with between cellphones and cancer risk. WiFi equipment poses no health and “The classification is more an safety risks to adults or children. acknowledgement that we need The Ministry of Health spokesperson better studies that don’t have the said that although no special precautions methodology weaknesses of the ones are needed, if individuals are concerned done to date,” he said. and wish to reduce their exposures, they Mr Gledhill says if cellphones were can take simple steps to do so: causing cancer, then cancer registries, yy place the wireless access point up which are held by almost every on a high shelf or away from where country in the world, would be people might sit and work. showing increases in brain tumours. yy when working with a WiFi-enabled laptop, place it on a table rather “But they’re not. In fact, there has been no increase at all which weighs than directly on the lap. against there being any link.” The National Radiation Laboratory, based in Christchurch, is carrying Mr Gledhill said the power of the out further measurements on WiFi radio transmitter for wireless networks systems and more data will be made was about the same as a cordless phone available when this work is completed. and said most WiFi in schools and offices would be operating at 100mW The laboratory’s senior science advisor (milliwatts). Martin Gledhill says exposure from WiFi networks is “thousands of times” He also gave some parting advice for school boards and teachers who were less than cellphones. He was commenting on a report, released concerned about the health and safety in May, by a World Health Organisation of their students. Working Group which found there “One definite hazard which we know could be some risk from exposure causes cancer is exposure to UV to radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation. I hope the schools who are fields, such as those emitted from concerned about wireless networks wireless communication devices. The have good sun-safe policies, are working group has given exposure to providing shade areas for children to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields a congregate and have a hat policy.”

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Celebrating Aotearoa’s special environment Grants support New Zealanders are being environment encouraged to stop and celebrate their natural environment this month, during Conservation Week, from September 11 to 18. The theme this year is “show New Zealand that you love it”. Organised by the Department of Conservation, the aim is to celebrate NZ’s native wildlife, its natural areas and the places that are part of its history. A number of events have been organised locally. These include:  Mid North Forest & Bird, Winter Talks series Totara Park Village Hall, Warkworth – 15 September, at 7.30pm Guest speaker, Professor John Montgomery. Professor Montgomery is director of the Leigh Marine Laboratory. His presentation will summarise his and other scientists’ research into sensory systems in a diverse range of fish from Antarctica to coastal reefs, sharks to freshwater fish. Info: Warwick Massey on 425 9246 or w.massey@clear.net.nz  Tamahunga Trappers trap line checks, Matakana September 17 or 18, time and meeting place to be arranged with group member. Accompany one of the Tamahunga Trappers as they carry out their fortnightly check of the trap lines and re-bait the traps. Learn about the pests that threaten the native species on the mountain, catch sight of a tomtit or kaka, enjoy finding some of the unusual fungus. A good level of fitness and agility is required. Info: Dave Wilson on 425 7812 or dwilson@doc.govt.nz

Members and friends of Mid North Forest & Bird pitched in to help plant an area behind St Leonard’s Anglican Church and Opportunity Shop in Matakana on August 21. A church member Karen Caulfield says the native plants will tidy up the bank, which was difficult to mow, as well as providing an attractive screen between the church and the market carpark.

 Specialist guided walks on Tiritiri Matangi Every day from September 10 to 18 (excl Sept 12 and 13) Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi Island are offering guided walks led by specialists in topics such as birds, plants, wildlife photography, ecology and history. The walks last a couple of hours and after lunch you will have the rest of the day free to explore and enjoy the magic of this special place.

Numbers are limited so bookings are essential. The walks are – Avian Amble (birds), Botanical Buffet (plants), Ecology Matters, How to Shoot a Bird (photography), Get the Goss (history), A Walk on the Wild Side (children’s special). Guided walks cost $5 adult, $2.50 child plus ferry ticket. Info: manager@tiritirimatangi.org.nz to reserve a place on your chosen guided walk.

Funding for local Waitangi Local authorities, community groups and tangata whenua are encouraged to apply for grants from the Minister of Culture and Heritage to host local Waitangi Day celebrations next year. The Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund is an opportunity for festivals, marae open days, workshops and public performances to be held in local communities to coincide with national celebrations. The Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund grants average around $3000. Applications close on September 23 at 5pm. Info: mch.govt.nz, call 04 499 4229 or email ashley.mackenzie-white@mch.govt.nz

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Loss of wetland habitat has occurred throughout NZ and Rodney district is no exception, with only occasional small wetland remnants being present such as at Omaha and Pakiri. The clearing of wetland forests had significant economic benefits bringing into production some of the country’s most fertile farmland. However, the benefits have not been without cost, both from loss of local biodiversity and the filtering function wetlands perform, especially in times of flooding. The recent Hauraki Gulf environmental report highlights the importance of wetlands and much of the silting and pollution noted in the gulf is a result of the loss of wetlands on the Hauraki plains. The planting at Tawharanui Regional Park attempts to restore some of these lost wetlands even if they do represent relatively small areas. The latest wetland plantings have been in the Mangatawhiri wetland area where the bulk of planting was completed three years ago. Some infill planting is continuing. Although the area is only around five-hectares, it has the advantage of backing on to an extensive raupo wetland outside the predator fence. Although this planting is relatively recent, the trees are now above head height and a number of birds can be found within the wetland. The Australasian bittern, pateke, spotless crake and banded rail have all been seen within the area – shy birds that are not easily seen. Wetlands also offer the potential for improvement in invertebrate and fish life. As the Mangatawhiri wetland planting has grown at a faster rate than we might have anticipated, TOSSI’s most recent efforts have been directed towards opening the area up to the public. The construction of boardwalks is complete and we are hoping that the rest of the track work can be done in the near future so that a new loop track will be available to the public this summer. Save the date 4 September - TOSSI annual meeting at 2pm after the regular Sunday in the Park volunteer workday. Meet 9.15am in the Woolshed for morning work assignments followed by a sausage sizzle and guest speaker.

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Show NZ that you LOVE IT Omaha’s predator fence funding secured A pest proof fence across Omaha Spit is expected to be in place by December. The $136,500 needed for construction has been raised from individual donors, private trusts, banks, local resident groups and large funders. Auckland Council will soon select one of three tenders to construct a purposedesigned pest proof fence across the spit, similar to Tawharanui. The most suitable line for the fence will be determined in consultation with the successful tenderer, Auckland Council and Omaha Shorebird Protection Trust. The project will include two pedestrian gates, one vehicle gate and information signs. It is hoped to have the fence in place by Christmas. Meanwhile, the trust is asking visitors to the spit to take care as the NZ dotterel breeding season (August to February) is underway. The Omaha Spit shorebird project “Nesting areas are marked off with tape recently featured on Prime TV’s Wild because the eggs are so well camouflaged Coasts. Photo, Marie Ward. that it would be easy to tread on them,” Dad keeps an eye out for predators. Trust chair David Stone says. Photo, Marie Ward. “Disturbance is a major cause of In spite of intensive predator trapping breeding failure. Brochures are in last season, only five chicks fledged place at the entrances to the reserve to and of these three survived. David raise visitor awareness of the need to says that considering that there are at keep below the high tide mark, move least 15 NZ dotterel breeding pairs on away when birds show signs of distress the spit, the breeding rate is much less than it should be. and to keep dogs out of the reserve.”

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The single most important way to improve breeding rates is by protecting the breeding adults and their eggs and chicks from predators. Currently this is best achieved by a line of traps across the buffer zone between the subdivision and the nesting areas. Last season, the Omaha Shorebird Protection Trust purchased additional traps and the number of rats, hedgehogs, weasels and stoats caught increased. However, pests do get past the trap lines. Recently, in broad daylight a large rat was seen scampering across the dunes. From July to March, a team of volunteers is rostered to check traps on a daily basis. Marie Ward (m.ward@auckland.ac.nz) would be delighted to hear from anyone interested in joining the trapping team. She says it takes about 30 minutes to check all the traps and is a pleasant way to get some exercise.

Fishermen can help There are many shorebirds at Omaha because of the proximity to Whangateau Harbour and its abundant food supply. It is important to be vigilant about activities that might threaten their habitat. Fishermen can do their bit by not leaving line or bait around. Bait attracts rats and several birds have been injured by becoming entangled in fishing line.

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The great divide at Hatfields Beach– the rural areas north of Auckland are being incrementally eroded by small scale subdivision.

Auckland nibbles at rural land Efforts to contain Auckland’s urban sprawl within Metropolitan Urban Limits (MUL) took another hit recently with a decision by Auckland Council to approve a private plan change at Hatfields Beach. The plan change challenged the MUL In addressing any effects on boundary, gaining a further five hectares rural character and amenity, the of rural land for urban residential commissioners accepted that there development. The MUL is the key would be a degree of adverse effect. method in the Auckland Regional Policy However, they considered those effects Statement to delineate and contain to be of limited significance, in this case, Auckland’s urban area. Private Change because of the relatively small area of 17 was prepared in response to a request additional land that would be able to be by former Rodney District Council urbanised and because it was contained to extend the MUL west of Hatfields within the same visual catchment of the Beach, in the vicinity of Hillcrest Road. existing developed urban area. In support of the plan change, Cabra Council’s operative plans unit team Developments general manager Lloyd leader Matthew Twose said that the Barker said the land was identified as plan change was one of the remaining suitable for residential use in the draft amendments to be made to the MUL versions of the Orewa West Structure prior to the promulgation of a new Plan. He said there was significant unitary plan, which would include redemand for residential sites in the area assessment of both district and regional and existing stocks were low. planning documents. The new process Two submitters – Otanerua Property would provide a fresh opportunity for Holdings and Julie Robbins – opposed the assessment of the MUL and the the plan change on the grounds that determination of a future land use the MUL should have been extended framework for the whole region. further to include their properties. The decision to approve the plan Others opposing the plan change change was made by a panel raised issues such as the effect on independent commissioners, chaired rural quality of life and rural lifestyle by Harry Bhana, and was made under properties, and traffic safety concerns. delegated authority from Council.

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Viewpoint with Penny Webster, Rodney Councillor, Auckland Council

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It is scary how fast this year has gone. Here we are in September, the World Cup is upon us and the year is galloping to the finish. The combined Auckland Council is nearly a year old and so much has been done. In many ways, the city itself is changing. Work done by legacy Councils and agencies is coming to fruition and much of it will enhance the City and hopefully encourage people to return for another visit after the Cup is over. The new Wynyard Quarter down on the waterfront is shaping up as what people want from their harbour. Walks, restaurants, trams, play areas – everything is there and it hasn’t finished yet. The Convention Centre recently opened with large windows looking out to the harbour and this will bring plenty of people into that area. The soon-to-be built Auckland Theatre Company, which will be housed in a purpose-built theatre next to the Te Whero Bridge, all make this a great visitor attraction. Many of the inner city streets such as Darby and Elliot Streets have been changed to shared spaces where pedestrians can stroll and vehicles are discouraged. Other thoroughfares such as High Street and Lorne Street will follow and the area outside the Central City Library is due to open soon. The revamped Art Gallery will add to the sights one can visit and makes Auckland city more cosmopolitan than it’s ever been. Highway 18 opening makes getting to and from the west so much easier both from here in the north and from Auckland. When the Waterview tunnel is built it will be a very good alternative route to the airport. The Auckland Plan, which we have been working on all year, is just about ready to be released for the statutory submission period. It has taken long hours of workshops and meetings and consultation to get it right. One of the prime movers is to make Auckland a destination. We need visitors to stay here rather than go south after one night. We need them to have an attractive City where they can stay and visit the many areas around the City. That’s where this area of North Rodney comes to the fore. With our many beaches, vineyards, tourist attractions such as Te Hana and Goat Island, we will benefit from Auckland being a city to visit and stay in.

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Wellsford residents put their case A strong case for better infrastructure in Wellsford was highlighted during hearings on the Rodney Local Board Plan last month. Northern residents felt Council could Wellsford can be part of that.” do more to attract industry to the Myles Stewart said Council’s lack of town. Alan Stewart said the draft plan attention to the sewerage system was didn’t offer much for Wellsford. impeding Wellsford’s development “I would like to see Wellsford as the and this should be the board’s number ‘Albany of the mid-north,” he said. one priority. He also called for a 10“The town should be an industrial year structure plan which would and commercial centre for the region, increase residential zoning to support providing all the major needs for the the local economy. area, instead of population having to “We also need to stop calling the Puhoi join the bottleneck in the Auckland to Wellsford motorway the ‘holiday area. Decentralisation will be a highway’,” he said. “It needs to be prospering feature of the supercity and called ‘the highway of opportunity’.”

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Mahurangi dominates Local Board submission process More than 860 submissions were received to the draft Rodney Local Board Plan, one of the largest responses in Auckland. And 75 percent of the Rodney planned City Rail Link. He said it was submissions came from residents in inappropriate for the Rodney Local the Mahurangi area, from Puhoi to Board to advocate for a project that currently deeply divided the Rodney Wellsford. The recreation needs of Rodney community. Mr Cole said there were dominated submissions, particularly two urgent needs to be addressed – a call for an aquatic facility in the need to improve the safety of the Warkworth, in conjunction with the highway between Puhoi and Wellsford; redevelopment of the Warkworth and the implementation of low fossil Showgrounds. Numerous submissions fuel transport solutions. “The costalso wanted a guaranteed access for benefit of the planned new highway is low – Northland’s long-term economic Puhoi onto any new highway. development would derive far more A range of issues were raised, including benefit from a robust programme for the poor state of Rodney’s infrastructure rail with trail.” particularly wastewater, cycleways and walkways, protection of natural Blast from the past areas, the need for more cemeteries, Former Rodney Councillor Grahame protection of endangered species and Powell found himself on the other coastal infrastructure. side of the table when he spoke to Hearings were held in Orewa over two his submission on the draft plan. Mr days and the board is now deliberating Powell advocated for the spending on the feedback. It is required to adopt of revenue from Araparera Joint Venture on rural roads, desludging of the final plan by October 31. the Wellsford wastewater oxidation Snippets from the hearings: ponds, removal of trees from the Highway questioned bed of the Hoteo River and support Public support for the Puhoi to for the Mahurangi Action Plan. He Wellsford Highway project was called for a cost/benefit analysis on challenged by Mahurangi West public transport options for the north, resident Cimino Cole. Mr Cole said including rail, and was concerned July’s Herald-DigiPoll found that less about the impost on ratepayers if than half those surveyed considered Council committed to spending $20 the planned new highway more million on an aquatic facility for important than Auckland Council’s Warkworth.

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Glaucoma NZ is holding a free public meeting at the Mahurangi East Community Centre, Snells Beach, on Saturday, September 10, starting at 10am. The guest speaker will be Dr Mark Donaldson who will talk about glaucoma and treatment options. Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness in NZ and health professionals estimate that 50 percent of people with glaucoma do not even realise they have it. “One of the reasons people still go blind from glaucoma is because they only notice loss of vision very late in the disease,” Dr Donaldson says. “There are no symptoms at first. They might start stumbling into things and fall, and blame old age or clumsiness. Left this late, glaucoma can mean the loss of your driver’s licence or inability to carry out usual work, sport or hobbies.” In glaucoma the optic nerve, which carries visual information to the brain, is damaged. Vision loss due to glaucoma cannot be restored, but early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can arrest any further vision loss. Regular eye health examinations by an optometrist People of all ages can develop glaucoma but it will assess whether you have or are at risk of developing glaucoma. becomes increasingly likely with age. Glaucoma NZ recommends that everyone have an provides free information and education to people eye examination at age 45 and then five yearly until affected by glaucoma nationwide. age 60, and every three years after that. People who register with Glaucoma NZ receive a free If extra risk factors are present such as a family pack containing printed information and a DVD history, steroid use or a previous eye injury, then the about glaucoma together with a free subscription to examinations should be done earlier. the Eyelights newsletter. Glaucoma NZ is a non-government funded Info: Phone 0800 452 826, email info@glaucoma. charitable trust, which supports research, and org.nz or visit www.glaucoma.org.nz

Arthritis New Zealand is urgently seeking collectors who can donate a couple of hours of their time to support its annual appeal from September 20 to 26. Local volunteers are particularly needed to run a collection point at The Warehouse, Snells Beach. Arthritis New Zealand chief executive Sandra Kirby says only 12 percent of its funding comes from government agencies and volunteers are critical to the organisation’s work to support the 530,000 kiwis living with arthritis. “Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in our country, and there is no cure. It can affect anyone, at any age, at any time,” she says. “The idea that arthritis only affects older people is a misconception; there are over 1000 children and young people in New Zealand living with the pain of arthritis every day.” Well-known New Zealanders with arthritis include actress Geraldine Brophy, world champion rower Mahe Drysdale and rugby player, former All Black Neemia Tialata. Sandra says however, that with one in five New Zealanders affected, it’s likely everyone will personally know someone with the condition. Arthritis New Zealand provides support through phone and face-to-face services, information sharing, education, research, a website, advocacy and lobbying. For more information or to volunteer, contact Pauline 09 523 8903 or volunteer.auckland@ arthritis.org.nz. Donations can be also be made to www.arthritis.org.nz or by calling 0900 89 813.

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The fundraising efforts of Warkworth Lions Club members has made life easier for five blind and partially-sighted members of the community. The club has purchased five ‘B-Speak’ “Knights of the Blind” and started 11 Alnwick Street, Warkworth digital computerised CD players, each a joint B-Speak Project with the Foundation of the Blind last year. one costing $900. Club president David Page says The “The B-Speak machines make www.veinandlaser.co.nz Lions Clubs of NZ are considered the it cheaper for the foundation to produce, copy and deliver talking books to members,” David says. “I am proud to say that the Auckland north district, which includes Warkworth, has donated just under $28,000 to the project which equates to 31 units.” The foundation has placed an order for another 2000 B-Speak units and is Independent, friendly advice from your local hearing team looking to Lions Clubs to assist. Warkworth Lions will launch their The team at Hearing Care Northland will give you caring, independent annual fundraising raffle on the advice on your hearing. Kowhai Festival weekend. There will From a full diagnostic hearing test, to the selection and fitting of hearing be two prizes this year – first prize is aids, Hearing Care Northland will ensure you are comfortable and fully a six-burner BBQ on a trailer along informed throughout the process. with half a lamb and half a pig; second Hearing Care Northland deals with all the major funding bodies such as prize is half a lamb and half a pig. ACC, War Pensions, Super Gold Card, AccessAble and WINZ, and any Both prizes include a Meat Board of our friendly audiologists can advise you on which option you may be cook book. eligible for and assist you with the application process. The Hearing Care Northland Team: For club membership or support Simply call us on 09 422 2550 and Lesleigh Smith & Kasia Hamilton (Audiologists), enquiries, phone David Page on 425 make an appointment. and Shirley Parker (Administration) 8299 or membership chairman Gavin Brough on 425 5495. We Have Moved

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The bear was a little frightening for some of the participants, but organisers of Warkworth’s first ever Bear Hunt, held at Warkworth Showgrounds, are celebrating the event’s success. A total of 38 children registered for definitely become an annual event. the sponsored race, which involved “More than $1100 was raised on the day the toddlers doing as many laps of and was donated to the Cystic Fibrosis the obstacle course as possible. This Foundation to fund research and included splashing through a mud provide families with support. One of muddle and walking through a cave. the teachers at the school has a son with The Mangawhai Cadets Unit assisted cystic fibrosis so it’s an issue we all feel organisers Kowhai Kids Educare on we have a close association with.” the day. Thanks were extended to Mico, “We had a lot of people comment Mike and Charlene Morrison, Gillian that it was great to have an event Stocking, Regan Taylor, Donna Murray, aimed specifically at the under five age Mahurangi Rugby Club, Anthony group,” teacher Donna Railey said. Shaw, Andy Edmunds, Mangawhai “Based on the positive feedback, it will Cadets, Amcal Pharmacy and Jo Trotter.

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Face mapping skin consultations with our skin bar Only $20 (redeemable when purchasing 2 or more products) A product representative will be instore! Bookings essential - Phone 09 425 0256 to book your space

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18b Glenmore Dr, Warkworth

Phone 09 425 9593

elocinfoods@xtra.co.nz www.elocinfoods.co.nz

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Glaziers & Joiners ...................................... 1 Automotive Services ............................... 1 Auto Electrical............................................ 1 Tyres .............................................................. 1 Panel and Paint.......................................... 2 Trellis and Fencing ................................... 2 Carpenters, Builders & Roofers ............ 2 Scaﬀolding .................................................. 3 Tiling, Brick & Block Layers .................... 3 Concrete Specialists ................................ 3 Construction & Earthworks ................... 3 Engineering ................................................ 3 Flooring ........................................................ 3 Electrical ...................................................... 3

Design, Survey & Property Valuers ..... 4 Lawn mowing & Landscaping .............. 4 Property Maintenance ............................ 4 Gardening Supplies ................................. 4 Arborists ...................................................... 4 Retail ............................................................. 4 Health & Beauty ........................................ 4 Furniture ...................................................... 4 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners.............. 5 Interior Design........................................... 5 Painters/Decorators & Plasterers ........ 5 Home Services - Blinds, Awning etc ...... 5 Heat Pump Specialists ................................ 5 Water Pump Specialists .............................. 5

Marine/Small Engines ............................. 5 Plumbing & Suppliers ............................. 5 Printers & Design ...................................... 5 TV Aerial & Satellite Servicing .............. 6 Computer Repairs & Servicing ............. 6 Water Supplies .......................................... 6 Septic Tank Cleaning ............................... 6 Water Tank Cleaning & Purification .... 6 Oﬃce Products .......................................... 6 Auto Wreckers............................................ 6 Furniture Removals & Storage ............. 6 Key Cutting ................................................. 6 Specialty Foods ......................................... 6 Classifieds & Church Notices ...... 6-7

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27 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth Phone Mike: 09 425 7969 Email: autec@clear.net.nz

Unit 4, 6-14 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth

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Panel & Paint | Trellis & Fencing | Carpenters, Builders, Roofers & Suppliers

Wayne

Ian

EDMONDS & MASON PANEL & PAINT Private & All Insurance Work

Ph 425 8723 • Fax 425 9526 Wayne 021 765 706 or Ian 021 977 729 47 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth

Email: autoglassww@xtra.co.nz

Matakana Trellis & Fencing Fences - Gates - Screens Pergola - Trellis - Timber 1A Matakana Valley Rd Ph: 422 9550 Fax: 422 9635

The

Trellis Guy

RODNEY TRELLIS Trellis - Panels - Fencing Installations - all shapes and sizes Specialities: Framed Archways – Superior Trellis Pedestrian Gate Frames (mortised) Trellis spray painting / oiling Gazebo's ~ dove cotes ~ pergolas

Snells Beach • Warkworth • Orewa

• Custom made • Quality material • Quality workmanship

Also see Lance for your supply of Native and Landscaping plants

Ph 09 422 5737 • 027 272 7561 Fax 09 422 5800

CARPENTER-JOINER • Terraces • Alterations • New Housing

• Renovations • Maintenance • Small jobs a specialty

NEIL KOSE

Phone 09 425 5491 • Mobile 027 275 1172

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• Design & build • New homes • Renovation • Maintenance • Fences & decks • Project management • Alterations & additions • Shade & outdoor living areas

RICHARD WILCOCK

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• Architecturally designed homes • New houses • Decks • Alterations • Fences

Phone: 027 4771 583 email: rwb@xtra.co.nz www.rwbuilder.co.nz 152M

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creating better homes All aspects of building undertaken Alterations • Additions • New homes

DAN GOODWIN p 09 425 9443 m 021 929 749 warkworthgoodwins@gmail.com

Rob Heron

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Phone 09 422 7170 • Mobile 021 489 330 Email stevebradshaw107@gmail.com

• Light Commercial • Alterations • Architectural Homes • Renovations • Additions Phone Hadley on 09 425 4968 or 0275 444 440 Email: hadley@trescobuilders.co.nz www.buildersonline.co.nz

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Long Run Iron Specialists New Re-Roofs & Cladding

Ring Matt on 021 356 965 A/hrs/Fax: 09 425 6311 Email: iron.man@xtra.co.nz

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Servicing Auckland - Rodney - Kaipara

Astute TILING SERVICES

For your safety we have: • Experienced Qualiﬁed Scaffolders • Full range of Equipment • Including Alloy Mobile & Builder’s Props

PHONE 0800 622 7929

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- Residential & Light Commercial - Quick Stage - OSH Standards - Tube & Clip - Qualified Scaffolders - Reliable Service P. 09 425 0300 M. 027 4930468 F. 09 423 0017

warkworthscaffolding@xtra.co.nz

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Simon Bennett 09 431-5723 or 021 320-705 email: astute1@ubernet.co.nz 72 Cames Road, RD5 Wellsford 0975

Tiling & Waterprooﬁng Bricks • Blocks • Paving

WARKWORTH BRICKLAYING SERVICES LTD Phone Alan Berthelsen 021 780 170 • A/hrs 425 8252

021 2800 233 www.nzconcrete.co.nz

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dens@xtra.co.nz PO Box 193, Warkworth

Denis 021 945 498 Joel 021 422 592

29 D Peters Way, Silverdale Ph 0800 55 66 88

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Phone: 09 422 0688 • Mobile: 0274 930 806

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Dams ● Winching ● Bulldozing ● Driveways House Sites ● Landscaping ● Earthmoving ● Sub Divisions

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ELECTRICAL SERVICES Residential and Commercial Electrical Phone 422 9589 • Mobile 021 679 483 Email: rob.vic@xtra.co.nz

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Ren Love & Associates Quality Control Strategies for Building & Construction Ventures • Architectural Design Review • Building and Construction Audit • Quality Control Strategies • Procedures for Setting the Standards • Construction Materials Selection Advice

Over 30 years experience

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T.T.E. DESIGNS ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNERS

Over 25 years experience in all aspects of residential design THOMAS ERRINGTON Dip.Arch. P: 09 425 0512 M: 027 453 2495 E: ttedesigns@ruralinzone.net W: www.ttedesigns.co.nz

LAWN-TAMER GARDENING SERVICES tree and shrub pruning Garden maintenance & tidy-ups Lawn Mowing • Hedge Trimming

Phone Warkworth (09) 425-7393 23 Bertram Street - Warkworth admin@lmsurveyors.co.nz

JB’s No 1 LANDSCAPING SERVICES

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Qualified & insured • Competitive rates • 15 yrs experience Phone 021 208 7848 or A/hrs 09 425 7471 steverigby@clear.net.nz

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Phone Bruce 425 7766 a/h I take the hard work out of Landscaping

home & property maintenance

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For all your property maintenance and small building projects

for complete quality projects

• Lawns - contouring & seeding • Top soil • Retaining Walls • Driveways • Paths

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Phone 09 423 7302 149 Rodney St, Wellsford

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FROG POOL FARM EXCELLENCE IN FURNITURE Recycled Matai

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Ph 425 9030 • Dome Valley 5 minutes past Warkworth

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RUGBY WORLD CUP

here at last ...

Inside

s y a d 3 4 s m a e t 20 s l o o p 4 p u c 1

Seasoned rugby local gives his spin on the tournament

Warkworth textile designer tackles business opportunities Rugby legend reflects on changing game Full four pool game draw

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Communities gearing up for international rugby bonanza Mahurangi might not be hosting any World Cup games, but it won’t be letting the Rugby World Cup 2011 pass it by. Locals are gearing up to make the most of the action and a share of the anticipated influx of around 95,000 tourists from overseas alone. Be prepared for an onslaught of multicultural travellers passing this way, with international teams including Canada, Tonga and Japan competing in pool matches in Whangarei and Auckland, and visitors looking for entertainment between games. But businesses and community groups aren’t waiting for tourists to get the party started and have plenty to offer residents throughout the tournament.

Free community festival Mahurangi Rugby Club and Warkworth Showgrounds will become a local “party central” on Saturday October 15, when the Harvey World Travel Warkworth Mahurangi Rugby Golden Oldies Mussel festival becomes part of the Real New Zealand Festival’s East to West Rugby Fest across Rodney, with free family fun from noon to midnight.

Events will begin with up to 16 teams from Northland, North Harbour, Auckland, Counties, Australia and Hawaii expected to compete between 12 and 4.20pm. The community festival will include free access to kids’ carnival rides and bouncy castle, a wide selection of food and drink vendors and a live band from 4.30-9pm, before the open air big screen entertainment, delivered via a truck-mounted high definition screen more than 3.5m wide and over 2.7m high. Bring outdoor chairs, blankets and whatever you need to be comfortable outside. Unfortunately, the planned tour of the Mahurangi area by the Japanese team has recently been cancelled. The team is focusing almost exclusively on the tournament itself. Japan’s liaison officer Terry Creagh says the decision is disappointing and also affects a public training proposed at Silverdale Rugby Club, which will no longer be held.

Eat, drink and be merry

Rest assured locals won’t just feast their eyes on the event, but are adding a gastronomic touch to their celebrations. continued next page

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From left, library staff Gail Dallimore, Sally Ingham and Julie Rich at Warkworth Library get into the playful spirit of Auckland Libraries’ campaign

Libraries plan playful presence Warkworth Library has been pinpointed as one of Auckland Libraries’ key sites in the city’s Rugby World Cup campaign labelled “The World’s Here to Play”. Warkworth’s reputation as a tourist town and proximity to an i-SITE has given it a special focus. Events include a readers’ theatre story time enacting the story ‘Grandma Joins the All Blacks’ on Wednesday October 12, from 10.30-11.30am. At the same time on October 19 children will be invited to dress up in the colours of their favourite rugby team to join in

with a One World, Many Stories event incorporating stories from around the world as well as flag making and other craft work. Mahurangi East and Wellsford libraries will also feature displays of rugbyrelated reading and theme school holiday programmes in keeping with the event. Wellsford will join in with the town’s strong Canadian theme, while at Mahurangi East children can expect opportunities to design a rugby ball or create a rugby player finger puppet and answer quiz questions about the countries involved.

Free App keeps fans mobile One of the few free things to emerge from the World Rugby World Cup 2011 is the official mobile App is now available for Blackberry, PlayBook, iPhone, iPad, Android and Windows Phone 7 from www.rugbyworldcup.com/mobileapp. Available in English, French and Spanish it will enable users can follow all 48 matches on their device with live match text commentary and score updates, half time and full time video highlights, tournament news, statistics and much more. It will also provide a rolling calendar of events for festival activities in New Zealand and will locate those nearest to your location.

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Black boot legends captured

MUSSEL TOURNAMENT SATURDAY 15th OCTOBER 2011 MAHURANGI RUGBY CLUB, WARKWORTH SHOWGROUNDS, SH1 WARKWORTH

Games start at 12 noon, running throughout the afternoon. When the day’s play has ﬁnished, there will be a mussel feast and prizegiving, accompanied by live music between 4.30pm and 9.30pm. The tournament will also have a big outdoor screen at our designated festival site, to watch that night’s big game at the conclusion of prizegiving.

BRING THE FAMILY ALONG FREE Kids Rides on Bouncy Castle, Merry-Go-Round & 40m Long Terminator Obstacle Course

The Black Boot Legends Gallery is a photo collection of rugby legends that have carved out NZ’s international rugby reputation. From George Nepia in action to Zinzan Brooke, Justin Marshall and other great All Blacks, Kodak Express Warkworth has this collection of classic photos on display at its store, as part of the rugby celebrations. It contains a selection of NZ rugby images from the non-professional, pre-1995 era when kiwi rugby men only wore black boots. Many of these iconic images are on public display for the first time. From left, Kodak Express Warkworth owner Colin Stables, assistant manager Emma Ward and mini lab operator Eryn McNaught.

Rugby bonanza Whether it’s spit-fired lamb at Ascension or gala night dinners at the RSA, locals will be getting together to make a meal of some of the most important moments. Wellsford’s La Padella Restaurant & Bar will court rugby fans with the chance for patrons to win the rugby equivalent of red carpet treatment, with a seat on the Speights Corporate Couch, complete with a bar tab and free food during games. The Bridgehouse in Warkworth will launch into the fun on September 3 with a themed rugby world party featuring live music, and complementary cocktails and prizes for the best dressed. On September 9 it will be a family affair, with free access to a 4.2m outdoor screen outside Warkworth Inn

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along with free hotdogs and soft drinks for accompanied kids. Meanwhile, Market Provedores has recognised that keeping up with the rugby is likely to have people on the move, resulting in the offer of a Rugby Fans’ Survival Food Package to go. The Vintry in Matakana will be going global with a chance for adventurous visitors to taste rare and unusual grape varieties with origins in Rugby World Cup competitor countries but grown by local wineries. Rather than pick a team’s colours, pink will be the theme as it awaits the blooming of adjacent trees and offers a competition to guess the opening of the first blossom along with a taste of new release rosés, a pink frock party and photo opportunities in a proudly media-free zone.

Warkworth

& District RSA

Just $50 per head or $300 per table of six per night. 2nd SEMI - Sunday 16th October

Dinner 7.30pm - Match 9pm (Alternate night Saturday 15th October)

FINAL - Sunday 23rd October 9pm Dinner 7.30 – Match 9pm

22 Whitaker Road Warkworth Ph: (09) 425 8471

WINES & SPIRITS

Rugby Specials Dewars ................. $35 or 2 for $65 Captain Morgan Dark 1ltr ........$35 Seagers Gin 1ltr .... $32 or 2 for $60 Chatelle Brandy 1ltr ................$33 Russian Standard Vodka 1ltr ..$34 Steinlager Pure 15 Pack ........ $31 Morton Brut .............................$15 Speights Summit 12 Pack .....$20

GREAT DEALS ON WINES INSTORE Specials valid until 14/09/11

Many more instore specials. Check them out!

PRESENTS TWO RUGBY GALA NIGHTS

Includes dinner and selected drinks from 7.30pm to 10.30pm and superb live viewing on the

BIG BIG SCREEN

Book your night(s) and table of six now!

Call into the Warkworth RSA in Neville St to guarantee your place or phone 425 8568 or email wwrsa@xtra.co.nz

Did you know that its just $50 A YEAR to join your local Warkworth RSA • No service record required • Phone 425 8568

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OMAHA BEACH CLUB

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PARTY CENTRAL FOR RUGBY CELEBRATIONS

September - October Matakana, Omaha and surrounding areas Club boasts - BIG SCREEN. SKY LIVE.

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Breakfast & Lunch Evening meals Fridays & Saturdays & during special mid week games Group bookings phone 09 422 7551 ext 2

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Murray Jones (left), his brother Rod, and Laly Haddon (front) with the Ranfurly Shield and Coronation Shield in 1972.

Veteran predicts All Blacks in final, but then anyone’s game Seasoned Warkworth rugby player Rod Jones is confident of an All Black final in the Rugby World Cup, but says the outcome of that one-off game is harder to predict.

Events during September 2011 tying in with selected Rugby games live on the big screen television at the clubrooms.

TOMARATA RFC Inc 710 Mangawhai Rd Wellsford

Saturday 10 September The annual Marrieds v Singles rugby match 1.00pm kickoff New event the Tomarata RFC tug-of-war, more details later... Tomarata RFC Senior Team Prizegiving - early evening.

Rugby games for 10 September Fiji v Nambia 3.30pm France v Japan 6.00pm Argentina v England 8.30pm

Saturday 17 September Tomarata RFC Junior Prizegiving from 1.30pm

Rugby games for 17 September Argentina v Romania 3.30pm South Africa v Fiji 6.00pm Australia v Ireland 8.30pm Rugby games for 24 September England v Romania 6.00pm All Blacks v France 8.30pm

Saturday 24 September A possible ﬁxture Tomarata RFC v Great Barrier Island at Tomarata. Details re Great Barrier match to be conﬁrmed.

For enquiries phone Doug Northin 431 2087 or visit www.tomarata.co.nz

“I can’t see anything other than an Australia-NZ final, but France will be our bogey without a doubt. “France would have to beat Australia in the semi-finals for a repeat of 1987 where we played France in the final, but in a one-off game, anybody can win. It comes down to the toss of a coin and the bounce of the ball. It’s going to be a great spectacle.” All Black positives include a lack of injuries that have plagued players in other World Cups and a home advantage with crowd support, Rod says. “Everybody seems to be fit and peaking at the right time; all they have to do is get points on the board and take the referee out of the equation. continued next page

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Brother remembers Northland rugby great Business rules Receiving the official All Black Test cap of his late brother win brickbats Murray Jones recently, brought back Rod’s memories of Murray’s impressive contribution to Northland rugby. Murray’s cap recognised his only Test against the British Lions in 1973. However, Murray also played at prop for the Junior All Blacks, Auckland and North Auckland, notching up 134 first class games before he drowned in a yachting accident on the Hauraki Gulf in 1975 when trying to save his young son who also drowned. Now local 1st XV teams from Orewa, Mahurangi, Rodney and Bream Bay colleges and Otamatea High School regularly compete for the Murray Jones Memorial Shield. The capping tradition was interrupted by the Second World War and was not re-introduced until June 1997, but since 2009 the New Zealand Rugby Union has worked towards capping more than 400 former All Blacks who missed out in the interim. Rod hold’s the All Blacks Test cap recently awarded to his late brother Murray and a photo that shows Rod’s son Boyd and nephew Greg in their Mahurangi College 1st XV days with their uncle’s memorial shield.

Veteran predictions The players have to treat every game as their last.” He’s certain the tournament will see some stiff competition throughout, with teams displaying a wide range of talents and Argentina and Samoa among those capable of causing an upset. Born and bred in Warkworth, Rod was an All Black trialist in 1970, was part of North Auckland’s memorable

Ranfurly Shield winning match against Auckland in 1971 and played a total of 76 first class games at centre and wing. He played for North Auckland from 1968-1975, a period when he and his brother Murray joined players like Laly Haddon, Des Chitty and Ian Ward in becoming legendary for beating most teams, including visiting Test nations.

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His career also included playing for Omaha Rugby Club from 195156 and 1968-85, as well as stints for North Shore Rugby Club, Takapuna Grammar and Takapuna Rugby Club. In 1975 he became a player/coach for Omaha before going on to to coach the Rodney sub-union and North Auckland second 15 at the end of his playing career in 1985.

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Warkworth New World owner and former All Black Robin Brooke is frustrated by rigid rules around promotion of the Rugby World Cup 2011, but won’t be letting that get in the way of enjoying the All Blacks in action. Robin says he’s disappointed that the rules are so tight that they are stopping locals engaging with the event, a problem he puts down to it not being a NZ-run tournament. “We’re not saying we should be able to use their logo and everything. However, a small country like this should be able to enjoy the fruits of having the competition here. It’s everyone’s game and as a kiwi I feel it’s a bit tough that we can’t even put ‘Rugby World Cup’ in our window,” he says. However, Robin won’t be letting his concerns get in the way of enjoying the tournament and has plans to get along to a number of games, including the semi-finals, with his wife Hayley and four children aged from two to 11. He’s confident that the All Blacks are well-equipped and will have learned from the failure at the last World Cup in 2007, emerging from that as the most experienced team “by far”.

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Official textiles tackle tough business climate head on held at Vector Arena on October 18. Ingrid’s business began as a hobby over a decade ago when her children were small, but she has taken it more seriously since graduating to a purpose-built studio at her Warkworth home six years ago. Her range now includes homewares from tea towels and cushions to duvet covers, along with fabric by the metre for curtaining. The fabrics have been part of merit-award winning garments in the local Hospice Wearable Arts Competition and sales of a stitchbird design recently created for Tiritiri Matangi have helped to sustain the bird population. At first she hand-printed everything, but increased requirements mean some fabric is now machine printed in South Auckland. The business also creates jobs for a number of locals and provides work experience opportunities for tertiary design students. A strong online presence, including a website, iatextiledesign.co.nz, has helped Ingrid counter the challenges of operating from the relative isolation of her Warkworth home and she is also grateful for the support of

Warkworth textile designer Ingrid Anderson sees the Rugby World Cup 2011 not only as a chance to promote her own designs, but also to boost awareness of the quality of the New Zealand-made brand, nationally and internationally. It was the distinctive kiwi flavour and quality, of her New Zealand-made designs that saw her invited to become part of the event by the RWC licensing agency. Her official range includes tea towels, aprons and cushions in an existing kiwi design, and a specially created map of New Zealand. She says she declined invitations to design a rugby ball print and has stayed true to her modernist, stylised, contemporary design style inspired by New Zealand’s heritage and natural environment. As a licensee, Ingrid has to invest in increased stock levels, a licence fee and royalties, but she is excited by the additional profile the RWC link provides. Already, it has helped her gain exhibition space at Fashion Week and seen a garment, made from fabric designed by Judy Tindall, become a finalist in the televised Westfield Style Pasifika Best of Pasifika NZ 2011 to be

Textile designer Ingrid Anderson is putting New Zealand-made design to the fore during the Rugby World Cup.

retailers around the country, such as Warkworth’s Curtain Specialists, that exclusively stock the products in their area. She acknowledges that New Zealandmade products can be more expensive than those from offshore but is

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Matakana dinner raises funds for Omaha walkway extension Food for thought will be on the menu at a special rugby dinner for up to 80 interested locals at Matakana Country Park’s The Woolshed on September 24. The ticketed event will help raise funds for the next stage of the Matakana to Omaha Walkway. Walkway coordinator Neville Johnson says the current 1.5km section from Jones Rd to Takatu Rd cost $68,000 and has been completed and paid off, and it’s hoped to begin the next 1.2km leg from Whitmore Rd down to Tongue Farm Rd at a cost of about $60,000 this summer. Past president of Matakana Coast Wine Country Ras Sutherland now has a strategy to link walkways all across Mahurangi, from Snells to Warkworth and from Warkworth to Matakana, Neville says.

“Our communities are all about 10 or 12 km apart and would be great for a network. It has economic spinoffs too. Visitors to our bed and breakfast properties often bring bikes and want to cycle somewhere, but the arterial roads are deathtraps for cyclists.” He says many landowners have been more than willing to allow public walkway easements across their properties and meetings are currently underway with a landowner with property between Matakana and Warkworth that would get a walkway quite a long way through to Warkworth. Ongoing meetings are being held with local board and council representatives to try and get support for the growing project and a further fundraising dinner may be held in conjunction with the tournament quarter-finals on October 8, but details have yet to be finalised.

Cinemas showcase local heritage Culture will take centre stage during the Rugby World Cup, at least in Matakana. The Matakana Information Office is coordinating a ‘then and now’ heritage display. Information office chair Mike Dixon says it will follow on from the very successful Heritage Day held at the Matakana Hall in June. “We’ll be looking at the past, but also the diversity in the district now,” Mike says. “Planning is still in the early stages but we are hoping to source photographs from Warkworth Museum and the heritage day group to display in the cinema foyer. Local shops will be encouraged to pick up the theme in their window displays.” History, culture, the environment and business will all be represented. Mike says there are some interesting stories in regards to the area’s boat building heritage; known for its scows in the early days, it is now a hub for the super-yacht industry.

“We love our beaches and wineries, but the district has a lot more to offer and that’s what we’ll be focusing on.” The display will run during October. Info: Phone Mike on 422 7322.

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Cultural lessons drawn from Schools will use the Rugby World Cup as an opportunity to promote national pride, physical fun and an interest in other cultures. A week of Cup-related celebrations at Matakana School will be kicked off with a special assembly on September 12 where children will watch part of the opening ceremony and highlights of the Fiji/Namibia game. Anthems from participating countries will be played daily and senior students will play a demonstration rugby match on September 14 representing the All Blacks versus the rest of the world. Teacher Donna Frost says Fiji is the school’s adopted second team and in recognition of the needs of poor rural Fijian families the children will prepare shoebox care packages containing a mixture of craft, personal and practical items, from books and games to toothbrushes and sunglasses. The gifts will be shipped to pupils at Ratu Meli School on Nacula Island thanks to parent Shelly Grieve who arranged the contact. Activities from the Rugby Education Fun Zone Club will also be incorporated into daily classes

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before a final flag bearing assembly where children will dress as their chosen sports hero and present flags representing all nations taking part in the World Cup. Meanwhile, Tomarata School is planning a World Cup Festival Day on which mixed age group teams will dress

RUGBY WORLD C POOL A Fri Sept 9, 20.30, NZ v Tonga, Auckland Eden Park Sat Sept 10, 18.00, France v Japan, North Harbour Stadium, Albany Wed Sept 14, 17.00, Tonga v Canada, Northland Events Centre, Whangarei Fri Sept 16, 20.00, NZ v Japan, Waikato Stadium, Hamilton Sun Sept 18, 20.30, France v Canada, McLean Park, Napier Wed Sept 21, 19.30, Tonga v Japan, Northland Events Centre, Whangarei Sat Sept 24, 20.30, NZ v France, Eden Park, Auckland Tues Sept 27, 17.00, Canada v Japan, McLean Park, Napier Sat Oct 1, 18.00, France v Tonga, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington Sun Oct 2, 15.30, NZ v Canada, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington

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POOL C Sun Sept 11, 15.30, Australia v Italy, North Shore, North Harbour Stadium Sun Sept 11, 18.00, Ireland v USA, Stadium Taranaki, New Plymouth Thurs Sept 15, 19.30, Russia v USA, Stadium Taranaki, New Plymouth Sat Sept 17, 20.30, Australia v Ireland, Eden Park, Auckland Tues Sept 20, 19.30, Italy v Russia, Trafalgar Park, Nelson Fri Sept 23, 20.30, Australia v USA, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington Sun Sept 25, 18.00, Ireland v Russia, Rotorua International Stadium, Rotorua Tues Sept 27, 19.30, Italy v USA, Trafalgar Park, Nelson Sat Oct 1, 15.30, Australia v Russia, Trafalgar Park, Nelson Sun Oct 2, 20.30, Ireland v Italy, Otago Stadium, Dunedin

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in team colours for a parade of nations and opening ceremony, leading on to a series of sporting activities including Rippa Rugby. Teacher Gareth McNaughten says the day of fun physical activity will cap a week of in-class Rugby World Cuprelated activities.

Whether you want to brush up on some national anthems, compete for the “best dressed street” or keep track of events to share with visitors there is a wealth of Rugby World Cup resources available online in addition to those at rugbyworldcup. com, including The New Zealand 2011 website at nz2011.govt.nz or the REAL New Zealand Festival on realnzfestival.com. RWC alo has its own Facebook page with over 1.1 million likes, a dedicated Twitter page and a You Tube channel already featuring 118 videos.

CUP 2011 DRAW POOL B

Scotland v Romania, Rugby Park Stadium, Invercargill .30, Argentina v England, Otago Stadium, Dunedin , Scotland v Georgia, Rugby Park Stadium, Invercargill Argentina v Romania, Rugby Park Stadium, Invercargill 18.00, England v Georgia, Otago Stadium, Dunedin 8.00, England v Romania, Otago Stadium, Dunedin entina v Scotland, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington Georgia v Romania, Arena Manawatu, Palmerston North 0.30, England v Scotland, Eden Park, Auckland gentina v Georgia, Arena Manawatu, Palmerston North

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Quarter Final 1: Sat Oct 8, 18.00 W Pool C v RU Pool D, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington Quarter Final 2: Sat Oct 8, 20.30 W Pool B v RU Pool A, Eden Park, Auckland Quarter Final 3: Sun Oct 9, 18.00 W Pool D v RU Pool C, Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington Quarter Final 4: Sun Oct 9, 20.30 W Pool A v RU Pool B, Eden Park, Auckland Semi Final 1: Sat Oct 15, 21.00 W QF1 v W QF2, Eden Park, Auckland Semi Final 2: Sun Oct 16, 21.00 W QF3 v W QF4, Eden Park, Auckland Bronze Final: Fri Oct 21, 20.30 Eden Park, Auckland THE FINAL: Sun Oct 23, 21.00 Eden Park, Auckland

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Cup kick-starts celebrations The sights, sounds, tastes and smells of Canada will permeate Wellsford as the town takes its adopted team’s culture to heart. Wellsford Promotions vice chair Julie Hawkes says the RWC has been a catalyst for projects that have been underway for months and has helped boost community collaboration and build relationships with Auckland City. The town has been tidying up throughout August, with community groups tackling everything from waterblasting buildings and rechipping gardens, to painting the railway station. Nine hundred metres of bunting, 1000 red and black balloons and more, will be displayed throughout the town focusing mainly on Canada and the All Blacks with one shop already committed to Tonga. Canadian, Heather Ede of the Citizens Advice Bureau has been made chief advisor on everything Canadian and local schools are working on decorations for vacant shops and a giant “welcome” sign in English, Maori and French. The town will also colour code itself by wearing red, black and white to

support the teams, offer Canadian menus, screen matches and provide live music on key dates. A 24-page ‘Uniquely Wellsford’ brochure highlighting the district’s history, heritage and local information will be delivered to tourism and retail outlets as well as Wellsford residents. A Heritage Photo Exhibition of rugby and sporting history will be on display at the Albertland and Districts Museum and Heritage Centre from September 8. Held in conjunction with RWC and the Auckland Heritage Festival, the exhibition features images taken in the district by Wharehine farmer Harold Marsh and is mainly rugby-focused, but also includes sports such as hockey, tennis and cricket. Further planning is underway for a Heritage Festival Day on September 17 at Memorial Park, next to the museum and a series of murals, including a sports mural to be painted at the end of the RWC. Julie hopes the brochure and activities will highlight Wellsford’s strategic position as a rural hub with a lot to offer. Anyone interested in helping to install decorations, phone Julie on 423 6082.

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who says the RWC has been a bit of a catalyst for people to come together to pool their skills for the good of the town. “We’re holding regular coffee mornings now and talking about what else we can do,” he says. One of the major projects has been focused on the town bridge across State Highway 1 and the adjoining riverbank. The former blackberry patch has been landscaped, re-contoured and planted with around 550 native plants. A set of steps has been built to access the walkway under the bridge, which has also been upgraded and will eventually be decorated with murals. A picnic table has been installed on the western side of the highway. “The school, locals and businesses have all chipped in to help which has been great,” supporter Mark Hodgetts says.

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Kiwi rugby legend looks back on the changing game Waipu’s Richie Guy has been a game-changer both on and off the rugby field from try-scoring North Auckland forward and All Black, to an influential administrator. Now watching from the sidelines, he’s keen to see what this year’s Rugby World Cup and the All Blacks will deliver. “For years we’ve been the number one ranked country in the world on the basis of matches won, but we’ve fallen by the wayside in the World Cup,” he says. “From a financial point of view it’s essential that we win. We’re a country of four million people; we can’t fund the professional game in New Zealand. To compete and remain at the top level the money has to come from offshore, that’s why sponsorship and broadcasting rights are so vital.” Richie should know. As NZ Rugby Union (NZRU) chairman in 1995 he led the move to professionalism, linking with other southern hemisphere countries to hatch the Super 12 and Tri Nations competitions and negotiating a deal with News Corporation. Though not popular with the IRB, the move successfully staved off a potential player exodus to rugby league’s high paying “super league” and helped quash a mooted World Rugby Corporation. The result is a very different player experience than Richie’s own as an All Black against the British Lions in 1971, when he happily kept up his farming job and players received a mere dollar a day, but took no less pride in the jersey. “I think the greatest thing you can do is play for your country, so the first test match has got to be a

Waipu’s Richie Guy with a memento of the All Blacks’ 1987 Rugby World Cup win.

highlight of anyone’s test career. It’s very humbling and a great honour, no matter what sport you play.” Another big change to the game was a new type of ball in1987. “The old leather balls used to soak up water and get as slippery as a piece of soap,” he says, while modern

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balls are synthetic, textured and consistent. “I don’t know how players drop them, to be honest.” In the 90s, the NZRU actively changed the game to make it more attractive to the public. One of the biggest developments was allowing players to be “supported” in the lineout. continued next page

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“We decided it meant they could be lifted and allowed that in the Super 12. It was a great success, cleaning up the lineouts dramatically and the IRB never pulled us back to say it was only intended to be supporting.” Keeping loose forwards on the scrum until the ball leaves also opened up the game, giving the backs more space and benefiting spectators. However, Richie thinks there are still issues to be resolved. He says scrums are “a shambles”, with referees often penalising the wrong people and referees have only recently improved at penalising those who deliberately slow the game down by lying on the ball. A keen supporter of the Rugby World Cup concept, he felt fortunate to be appointed as the All Blacks’ manager for the first one, working closely with coach Brian Lochore and helping to coach the forwards as the team toured France and subsequently won the 1987 Rugby World Cup. Richie recalls it as a rewarding but “hectic” time involving intense media attention. On a provincial level, he still relishes North Auckland’s 1971 Ranfurly Shield win, one of more than 90 matches he played for the side. Unceremoniously ousted from the NZRU in 2001 after 17 years of service, his contribution to the game was recognised in 2002 with the rare honour of NZRU life membership, a title held by only a handful of recipients. Richie continued to play competitively through the Parliamentary rugby team until he was 63 and is still involved with coaching the team. Still farming more than 100ha at Waipu, he also remains a long-serving chairman of Sport Northland and a member of the charitable NZ Rugby Foundation that helps players who’ve suffered serious injury in the game.

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Wellsford stalwart Australia-bound Wellsford Rugby Club stalwart and long-serving volunteer fire brigade member, Glen Wetherill has left the club and the town, to take up a job in Australia. Glen joined the club 12 years ago as a coach who quickly saw the team progress from second to first division, later working as assistant coach to now Northland ITM coach Adrian Ferris. Glen also relished the team’s 2009 Premiership win under the guidance of current coach, Hayden Ferris. Club president for around a decade, Glen has had a hands-on role in the club’s day to day running including regularly mowing the field, setting up for games, strapping players, washing gear and looking after team members on trips away. Club captain Mike Fletcher says Glen has been “a huge part of the club who will be sorely missed and hard to replace.” A decision on who will step into the role will be left until the club’s annual meeting in November. Glen came to Wellsford as a 16-year-old and worked in farming and trucking before leaving to work in Edgecumbe and Rotorua. A rugby player for teams at Port Albert, Edgecumbe and Rotorua, on his return to Wellsford he took up golf before deciding to “give something back” to rugby. A member of the Wellsford Volunteer Fire Brigade Departing Wellsford Rugby Club president Glen for 29 years, he has also owned a number of local Wetherill. businesses, but has moved to take up a job driving “A leopard doesn’t change his spots; I’ll still be black dump trucks helping to repair flood damage in and white, not gold and green.” Gladstone. He’ll also be keeping an eye on his grandson, Glen said the timing of his departure just before the promising loose forward Tyler Edwards, who is Rugby World Cup was unfortunate, but he would be Captain of Northland Under-18s and a member of Northland’s elite academy. keeping tabs on the tournament from Australia.

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Local minders keep visiting teams on track round the clock Few New Zealanders will get as close to the action of the Rugby World Cup as Mangawhai’s Graeme Smith, who will be embedded with the Tongan team throughout its stay at the tournament. Like the players, Graeme and other liaison officers around the country have been in training since being allocated their teams last June, attending meetings in Wellington to ensure they’re up with everything from the tournament regulations to the basics of transport and laundry. Together with a Navy assistant and Police liaison officer, Graeme will be with the team of 30 players and 15 officials around the clock, facilitating its tightly scheduled arrangements, from official events, to getting to accommodation, training and games. A former teacher and principal, Graeme played senior club level rugby in the Waikato, before leaving to teach overseas, but began coaching school boy representatives on his return in 1980. In 1990 he became primary schools’ representative on the Auckland Rugby Union and he has been involved in team liaison on and off ever since. Internationals he’s assisted include the Lions, Wallabies, Sharks and Western Force, while he’s also been involved with New Zealand Super 14 and provincial teams. However, over the past four years he has worked exclusively with the All Blacks whenever they’ve been in Auckland. The close contact has given Graeme an insight into the players who he says are “just normal people.”. “They’ve got the same sort of hopes and aspirations

The only thing that Graeme Smith finds daunting about being an official Rugby World Cup liaison officer is learning to master his new Blackberry.

and worries as everyone else. They’re employees, they’ve got job descriptions they’ve got to fulfill and overall I’ve found them a really neat group of people to deal with.” He has also met Sonny Bill Williams, whom he first knew through coaching him in athletics as principal at Mt Albert’s Owairaka School. “You encounter a few kids in your career that are

very good, but only the very odd one that’s got the determination to go right through and succeed, and Sonny Bill had that determination then.” The only Northland-based liaison officer, Graeme has worked with the Tongan team twice before, making him a logical fit for the team, that plays two pool matches in Whangarei. continued next page

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Local liaison While he doesn’t rate their chances against the All Blacks in the opening match at Eden Park, he says it will be a great experience for them and is more optimistic about their other games. “They’ve got good chances against Canada and Japan and if they win against those two, the match against France will be very interesting,” he says, potentially putting them in line for a quarter finals match. The team will stay in Whangarei, withdrawing to training camps at Paihia between its initial games. Planning is underway to enable Tongan communities to be involved with the team and time has been allowed for players to attend church on Sundays. However, Graeme says experience has taught him to anticipate problems and know things don’t always go as planned. One of his worst situations was ending up with five players in A&E after Western Force played the Blues

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at North Harbour Stadium but the most “unusual” team was the touring Lions in 2005 who had “unrealistic expectations”, like requiring Graeme to drive bottled water to the airport in an impossible timeframe. However, he says most modern teams are well organised. “The All Blacks follow the Crusaders culture and they’re the best organised team I’ve worked with. They’ve got a marvellous culture and the All Blacks now are the same, with no big egos which can otherwise cause quite big problems.” Graeme says that although he is getting some payment for his Rugby World Cup duties, liaison work is usually voluntary, with only expenses paid and his future in the role depends on the Auckland Rugby Union. “If they put my name up for the All Blacks I’d continue. When you’re working for the All Blacks, you’re living the dream; a lot of people would love to be doing what I’m doing.”

A light-hearted look at rugby Whether you need a distraction the night before the big final or just think rugby is laughable, a Rugby Comedy Festival at Auckland’s Aotea Centre on October 22 could be just the antidote. Billed as a night of tall tales, true tales, high hilarity and entertainment, it will be hosted by Kiwi writer, actor, director and TV presenter Oscar Kightley. Details at www.the-edge.co.nz

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CARPET CLEANING

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Mobile 021 079 8578 or 021 886 475

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Leigh Decorators Painting • Paperhanging • Roofs • Airless Spraying • Stopping (small jobs) • Repaints • New Homes For your Free Quote and/or Consultation phone Gary HOME: 09-422-6695 • MOBILE: 021-024-44941 EMAIL: gary.robyn@clear.net.nz

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Customised Audio Visual Solutions Chessum Audio Visual NZ Ltd.

• Home Theatre • Digital TV/Reception Installation Phone 09 425 4444 Mobile 021 419 981

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Household Water Deliveries

TV AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES Freeview Sales & Installation TV & FM Aerials GAVIN BROUGH Ph 09 425 5495 Mob 0274 766 115

TANK WATER TESTING We collect samples of your tank or bore water, have them analysed for microbes at an IANZ reg. laboratory. Our written report explains the results and makes recommendations.

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Advertise your classifieds and church notices here for only 30c+GST per word for run-ons or $6.70 per/cm+GST for boxed adverts. FITNESS

FLATMATES WANTED

HALLS FOR HIRE

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LINE DANCING Wednesday evenings – Ladies Bowling Club, Shoesmith Road, Warkworth. Thursday mornings – Paparoa Hall, Paparoa. Enquiries phone Jan 422 5191.

WARKWORTH - RURAL Double room $120 pw plus sleepout with own bathroom $190pw. Share female 40’s. Non smoker. Must like dogs. Ph 422 5558 or 021 177 1046.

HALLS - The Warkworth Town Hall (limit 99 people) & the old Masonic Hall are available for hire - reasonable rates. Contact the Warkworth Service Centre at Auckland Council on toll-free (09) 301 0101.

MAUNGATARUTO / KAIpARA 3 bedroom house, nicely decorated, enclosed carport, woodshed, flat section, close to township. Phone 09 431 9159 or 0274 725 610.

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING

Advertise your classifieds and church notices here for only 30c+GST per word for run-ons or $6.70 per/cm+GST for boxed adverts. FLIGHTS

SCENIC FLIGHTS $39, 20 mins;

$49, 30 mins. Min. 3 passengers. Trial flights $75. Gift vouchers available. GREAT BARRIER FLIGHTS. Special stopover up to 4 hours. Return $99. Min. 3 passengers.

NORTH CApE FLIGHTS $375

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Rodney Aero Club ph 425 8735 or Rod Miller phone 425 5612 FOR SALE

FIREWOOD - FREE DELIVERY 4 cubic metre trailer $300, half trailer $175. Ph Joal 021 431 200 or 09 431 2640.

RAWLEIGH pRODUCTS Phone Patrick 425 0448.

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FIREWOOD Macrocarpa six large logs available - trimmed, dry and straight grain. Easy HIAB access. Tomarata Lakes area. Phone 09 431 4233. FREEVIEW 1080 high definition decoder with recorder $275. Freeview installations dish decoder complete from $450. Call Jim THE MAINTENANCE MAN 422 3725 or 021 254 2048.

GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE – WHANGApARAOA HALL Saturday 3rd September 8.30am – 12.30pm. Join us for great bargains and fun stalls at the hall. Email: teresa. moore@greens.org.nz

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BRIGHT OUTLOOK WINDOW CLEANING - We provide window cleaning services, insect spraying and house washing. Prompt and reliable service. Phone 021 106 5717.

WELLINGTON FLY/RAIL 2 night packages include flight one way, train one way, accommodation, Wellington transfers all from just $339pp ex Auckland. World Travellers Warkworth Ph: (09) 425 8009 or email info@warkworthtravel.co.nz

LAWNMOWING AND pROpERTY CARE. Also Hedge, Clean-up, Rubbish, Gutter Clear, Waterblast, General Handyman. Guaranteed and Insured. Call Jim’s Mowing 0800 4 JIM JIM (546 546). WATER pUMpS Low water pressure? Get it sorted. Sales, service and installation. Work guaranteed. Phone Steve 09 945 2282 or visit www. purewaterservices.co.nz WATER FILTERS Underbench filters & whole house Ultra violet filters – Kill and remove ecoli/bacteria. FREE site visits. Phone Steve 09 945 2282 or visit www.purewaterservices.co.nz

USE YOUR MOBILE pHONE OVERSEAS International Travel Sim cards now available $49.95 including $5 credit. Heavily discounted rates for all your calls home from your own mobile. World Travellers Warkworth Ph: (09) 425 8009 or email info@warkworthtravel.co.nz

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MaHurangi MetHodiSt PariSH Warkworth Methodist Cnr Neville & Church Sts Warkworth Phone 425 8660 Sunday Service10.30am

Hall Bookings Ph 425 8053

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TUITION GUITAR LESSONS – pRIVATE 1-ON-1 Classical, Modern, Spanish Tablature or Note reading. All ages welcome. Contact Heather 09 425 8707 or 021 126 8868.

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Point Wells Community Church Williams Cres, Point Wells Sunday Services 2nd & 4th Sundays at 9.30am

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Videos, slides & old 8mm films all on to DVD. Ph TeTotara Video (09) 422 5710.

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Every Monday, 10am-2pm Old Masonic Hall, Baxter St, Warkworth. No appointment necessary. Services include witnessing, affidavits, immigration & marriage dissolution Sponsored by Mahurangi Matters

pUHOI HISTORICAL SOCIETY meets every 3rd Wed, 7.30pm, Puhoi Museum records room. All welcome. Museum winter hours are Sat & Sun, 1pm-4pm. THE NEW ZEALAND FAIRY TERN CHARITABLE TRUST AGM will be held in the Senior Citizens’ Hall, Fagan Place, Mangawhai Heads, on Saturday, 24 September at 2pm. The formal business of presenting reports and electing the committee, will be followed by an address given by David Wilson, Department of Conservation, Warkworth. All welcome. Enquiries to: info@fairytern.org.nz

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TRAVEL NORFOLK ISLAND 8 day small group fully inclusive journeys. Includes flights, 4 star accommodation, transfers, sightseeing, most meals and escort from $2945 per person. Several departures December 2011 to March 2012. World Travellers Warkworth Ph: (09) 425 8009 or email info@warkworthtravel.co.nz

Church

TV SERVICES & SALES TV SERVICES Freeview, dishes, aerials, boxes. Sales, installation and repairs. Phone Gavin 027 4766115.

5 Pulham Road, Warkworth Phone 425 8861 www.mahurangipresbyterian.org.nz

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

Sunday Services 9am & 10.30am

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Fisherman cleans up at World Cup Mention the World Cup and people naturally think of rugby. But for Warkworth fisherman Miles Laurie it is means ‘snapper’. Miles is the 2011 Furuno World Cup champion, after hauling in a 10.92kg snapper while fishing in the Carters Beach & Boat Fishing Tournament, north of Whangarei, in February. His prize included $8000 worth of boating and fishing equipment.

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Congratulations to Gail Paddison, of Warkworth, who received a gift basket from Chocolate Brown. Gail Paddison was nominated by Rene Harper, who writes: I would like to thank Gail for being such a great neighbour. She recently came to my aid, yet again, after I had a fall. Not only did she re-arrange her own day to take me to the doctor, but she stayed with me while I waited so she could run me home again. She also fed my cat, collected my mail and kept an eye on my place while I stayed at my daughter’s to recuperate. She won’t ever accept anything as a token of my thanks, just saying “that’s what neighbours do.”

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Rodney College house leader Jacob Brown recently won the South Zone of the Rotary Speech Contest, held at Maungaturoto. Jacob’s effective 10-minute prepared speech was on a topic of his own choice ‘The Portrayal of Women’. The topic for the two-minute impromptu was “why raising the driving age would help save lives”. Jacob will now attend the final for the Northland competition, formally known as the Rishworth Cup competition, sponsored by Urlich McNab Kilpatrick of Whangarei.

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0800 488 832 or 09 424 3977 www.uvtec.co.nz From left, Wellsford Citizens Advice Bureaus new treasurer Peter Lodge, guest speaker Barry Rose, new coordinator Heather Ede and chair Sue Mayn.

Bureau enquiries go online

Enquiries to the Wellsford Citizens Advice Bureau have fallen in the last 12 months as use of the bureau’s website has increased. At the annual meeting held in the issues including how funding will be Wellsford Community Centre on distributed.” August 23, coordinator Heather Ede Former coordinator Sandra Becroft, said the Wellsford office responded who resigned early this year, was to 1844 enquiries in the year ended thanked for her contribution. Sandra June 30. This was 429 less than the will stay on as a volunteer. Treasurer previous year. Ian Gardner resigned and was thanked “This drop reflects the fact that our for his 10 years involvement with the clients now access our website anytime bureau. Peter Lodge was elected the they need help or are looking for new treasurer. Committee members are: Phyllis Brown, Lorraine Merton, information,” she said. Chairperson Sue Mayn said this year Chris Hoogerwerf, Maureen Lambert, marked a significant change for the Megan Gordon and Vai Leckie. Wellsford bureau, as it became one of Around 25 people attended the meeting which was addressed by 30 bureaux in Auckland Council. “We have set up a CAB supercity retired Warkworth/Wellsford Police working party (SCWP),” she said. officer Barry Rose. “The purpose of this group is to The meeting noted that the bureau’s discuss, research and consult regularly 27 volunteers contributed 226 hours with Auckland Council about how of work.

Kaipara celebrates arts The annual Kaipara District Community Art Awards will be held at The Kauri Museum, Matakohe. The theme this year is The Kaipara from the Pacific to the Tasman. The awards are open to all practicing artists resident in Kaipara district and span any form of the visual and decorative arts. There are five categories – sculpture (mixed), painting/drawing, photography, pottery and ceramics, and other media (jewellery/flax/glass/wood). Entry forms and guidelines are available at the Council office in Kaiwaka and at the Kauri Museum. The exhibition of art works will run from October 17 to November 17. There is also a People’s Choice Award. Support the businesses that support this newspaper. You can also find them online in the Business Directory at www.localmatters.co.nz

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Winter is well upon us and it is pleasing to see that the property market has freed up to some extent, particularly around Warkworth. High quality lifestyle property, that had been on the market for some time, has finally sold with prices that have surprised various local commentators. It was easy to see why one property sold well. Although it was in a rundown state, it was extremely well-located with a level contour and superior soil types that had a number of different land use capabilities including intensive horticulture. It provided an opportunity for a successful neighboring grower to extend their holding. Finally, the auction system prevailed and while we understand that all bidders were wellinformed and had completed due diligence, the neighbour was prepared to pay a bit more than the market to secure some high quality grazing land. The second property had been on the market for some time. It was situated in a very popular locality and was a desirable lifestyle property with an excellent north facing and elevated house site. But with no power connection. For a long time it attracted little interest with an asking price that appeared outside the range of what most lifestyle property was selling for in this area. Suddenly, a cashed-up purchaser was looking in the area and it was “love at first sight” with the other half immediately falling in love with the property and “having to have it”. Hence, the desire to purchase was great. Despite a very comprehensive due diligence process from intelligent knowledgeable purchasers the wife wanted it and it just had to be purchased! The result a very happy vendor and a very happy wife! These are two examples of land that has sold at above-market value because of the influence of a motivated neighbour and a very motivated purchaser, with a vendor who was able to stick to his guns. Conversely, the recent property market that has often been influenced by the global financial crisis has had a large number of forced or mortgagee-influenced sales that tend to drive prices below that of market price. When valuing property in this climate, it is very important to understand your local property market and the circumstances behind the sale evidence that is available.

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Surveyors on the move

Buckton Consulting Surveyors has moved from its Neville Road premises, now required by the Countdown supermarket development, and relocated in the old Rodney Times offices at 16 Mill Lane. Led by directors Tony Hayman and Rick O’Flaherty, the company has survived the general economic downturn thanks to growth in the Rodney and Kaipara Districts, which Tony says continues to keep it busy on a wide range of projects. The business has been around for 40 plus years and employs around 14 surveyors and land development consultants. Business newsbriefs can be emailed to editor@localmatters.co.nz

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summermeltdown Matakana producers go from honesty box to top attraction Nothing signals the end of winter quite like the opening of Charlies Gelato Garden in Sharp Road, Matakana. And this year, the centre has a few surprises in store. What began as an honesty box stall on the side of the road nearly 20 years ago, selling fresh strawberries, beans and table grapes over summer, has grown into one of the most popular ice cream destinations north of Auckland. Last year, they won the Local Food Producer Award in Rodney’s Manaakitanga Hospitality Awards. Owners Heather King and Charlie Wrigglesworth have just finished a second renovation at the premises, ahead of their summer opening this month. Gelato fans will be pleased to note that the changes include the addition of another display counter, which means the centre can now offer up to 35 different flavours. A viewing window has also been installed so customers can watch the gelato being made. The kitchen has nearly doubled in size, the serving area is roomier and additional seating has been installed,

inside and out. An internal connection has been added, between the shop and the art gallery. “The success of the centre has been beyond our wildest dreams,” Charlie says. “We’ve put our efforts into being consistent and offering a quality product – we knew the locals wouldn’t accept anything less.” Heather and Charlie moved to their four-hectare lifestyle block just over 20 years ago. The property was once part of the Gardener farm, which also included Herons Flight and Plume, down to Oak River Drive. “We were looking for enough space to finish building our 34-foot yacht,” Charlie says. “In one year, we bought the property, finished the boat and had our first child. Needless to say, something had to give and the boat was it!” While Heather continued to commute to Auckland, Charlie gave up his job as an industrial chemist to start developing the property; although his chemistry background didn’t go to waste. Heather says one of the fun aspects of the work is experimenting with new flavours. continued next page

Heather King and Charlie Wrigglesworth.

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R K Electrical Proud to be associated with the renovations at Charlies Gelato Garden Gelato is just like ice cream, only denser and thicker – with more flavour, less fat and less air than normal ice cream. At Charlies, they make their gelato and sorbettos daily in small batches to keep the fresh taste and high quality. They use seasonal fruit either grown on the property or sourced locally. Charlies Gelato Garden is modelled on a gelateria artiginale. Every month, they feature a new flavour and this month it’s black forest gelato (chocolate gelato with crunchy chocolate chip and cherries).

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“We’re constantly trialling new combinations and when we find one we think we like, it’s Charlie’s job to perfect the recipe,” she says. “We have a pretty good tasting team so thankfully, there haven’t been any disasters. Liquorice was a bit of a surprise though – we thought it might

be a novelty for a few months but it soon became a standard.” A new flavour on its way this summer includes gelato made from homemade ginger beer. Charlies re-opens this month … roll on summer!

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48 24 | Mahurangimatters 1 September 2011 FASHION FEATURE

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Bright, bold colours, maxi dresses, cotton shirts, lace and sheer fabrics are just a few of the fashion trends that are set to be popular this summer. Styles from the 60s including wide leg pants, groovy patterns and the classic animal print have come back to the catwalk and are fashionable once again. Warkworth stylist and store owner Katya Maker says her favourite look for this season is bright colours. “Ladies should make some colour combinations with their outfits that they have never tried before,” she says. “Try wearing royal blue pants and a mustard shirt, turquoise shoes and a forest green suede belt or a purple cardigan for example. However, my advice is to stick to trends that complement your figure and keep to your personal style. Invest in a few key pieces and work around your existing wardrobe. Comfort and confidence is the key to looking great effortless.” Boutique Dianne’s owner Dianne Macrae Moses says light beige/creamy colours, along with pale greens and blues on delicate fabrics, will make for some standout outfits this summer. “Tunics and long ‘floppy’ cotton shirts both coloured or white will look great over shorts or three quarter leggings. Team outfits with chunky, colourful and intriguing jewellery.” Dorothy’s owner Dorothy Goudie says the casual boyfriend jacket or blazer style jacket is stylish for any age. “Roll the sleeves up to three-quarter length or wear it out with a belt around it. They look great open with a t-shirt or top underneath and some large chunky jewellery.” Shadze of Lace designer and owner Tracey Paton and Gaby’s Fashions

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Warkworth owner Brenda Hawley agree that floral prints are always prominent and look vibrant in summer. “From small and delicate to big and bold patterns, anything floral will work,” Tracey says. “Popular dresses will be feminine sundress styles, with layers and frills in all lengths but knee length is most popular.”

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One Beach Road Warkworth owner Alison Haycock says some fashion seasons are better than others and 2012 is definitely one of the better ones. OBR specialises in 100 percent NZmade fashion and this season features polka dots, stripes and kaleidoscope prints. “A slip dress topped off with a little cardigan or duster coat can look elegant in any situation.”

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NZ Fashion week, held from August 29 to September 3 is NZ’s premier fashion event. Top Kiwi fashion designers will be on show with this year’s schedule featuring a wide range of both established and emerging brands. Fashion fanatics will get the chance to get up close with their favourite labels during Fashion Weekend, on September 2 and 3, at the Auckland Viaduct events centre. Info: nzfashionweek.com

It is not just what’s on the clothing racks that is harking back to imitate the glamour of the 1970s; footwear is following the same trend. Cork-soled ‘flat-form’ sandals and wooden platform heels are back in fashion, as well as strappy, open-toed sandals in light brown, gold and bright colours. White dresses and gold sandals is a chic look that is almost timeless, while funky colourful sandals teamed with denim shorts and a cotton shirt will look effortlessly cool. Fashion stylist and owner of Katya Maker Boutique Warkworth, Katya Maker says two tonal stacker and platform heels will complement colourful outfits.

“Laced shoes are popular for summer as well, whether the laces are used for decoration or just practical detail,” she says. “Clogs and wedges in bold colours are good all year round.” Top summer accessories include: • Retro aviator sunglasses • Colourful sandals • Chunky jewellery • Coloured belts

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range of basics in black from tank tops, camisoles, slip dresses, shrugs, tee’s, tights, pants and skirts. Dresses are in big demand, especially with sleeves. Tracey’s range caters for women of all ages. Wedding season is a key part of Tracey’s range with lots of Outfits and a Mix & Match selection.

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Warkworth hosts top chamber trio Organisers of country show want Wellsford community buy-in

Violinist Justine Cormack, cellist Ashley Brown and pianist Sarah Watkins, who together make up the NZ Trio, will perform at the Mahurangi College auditorium, in Warkworth, on September 11. The trio first joined forces in 2002 and were ensemble-in-residence at The University of Auckland from 2004 to 2009. From the outset their artistry, intensity and approachability have captivated music lovers throughout New Zealand and overseas. Recent highlights include appearances at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai, and further concerts in Beijing and Taiwan, a Celebrity Series tour for Chamber Music NZ, and a special concert at the Aurora Festival in Sydney, broadcast live on ABC. They recently returned from performing in the City of London Festival, as well as Europe, Australia and Asia. The trio’s refreshing programmes juxtapose classical masterpieces with brilliant contemporary works, mix musical cultures and genres, and involve collaborations with a broad range of international artists. At the Warkworth concert, they will perform Saint Saens Piano Trio No 1 in F Major; NZ composer Claire Cowan’s piece for wood, strings, hammers and flesh; Kenji Bunch’s Swing Shift and Night Crawl; and the Brahms Trio No 3 in C minor. The concert, which starts at 3pm, is part of the Warkworth Music Society 2001 programme.

Organisers of the Wellsford Country Show, which will be held on November 19, are inviting the community to get involved. Lynette Gubb and Jo Wood are keen to hear from anyone who would like to take a stall, provide entertainment or participate in any of a myriad of ways. “It’s a show for locals so we’re looking for their support to make it a success,” Lynette says. “The emphasis is on it being a family day.” It has been three years since Wellsford last had a show; and Lynette says she has had countless people lament its demise. November’s event won’t be an A&P Show, but it will still have the A&P flavour. There will be wood chopping, beef cattle including a children’s calf and lamb section, pony club events, vintage and classic cars show, and a wine and food centre showcasing local produce. In the pipeline, but not confirmed, is a ‘bachelorette’ event, and a sports and fitness ‘have a go’ opportunity, possibly combined with a Health Expo. Entertainment will run throughout the day and there will be lots of fairground attractions for children including merry-go-round, jumping castle and climbing wall. Enquiries: 423 7909 (answer phone), Lynette on 021 116 8437 and Jo on 021 377 300.

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Justine Cormack - violin Ashley Brown - cello • Sarah Watkins - piano They perform a great mix of classical and new works by Saint-Saëns, Brahms, Claire Cowan (NZ) & Kenji Bunch (USA) Sunday 11th September at 3pm, Mahurangi College Hall, Warkworth

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Wanted: Piano for composer

Composer Claire Cowan will soon start work at Mahurangi Regional Park as Auckland Council’s 2011 artist in residence. But there is one small problem; she is missing a piano. Artist in Residence programme coordinator Michelle Edge says that a piano wasn’t part of the original plan for Claire’s residency, but once she saw the 135-year-old Scott Homestead where she will be working, she felt a piano was ‘a must’. There is a very old piano in the homestead, but it is not ‘playable’. “Playing and listening to piano music was probably a regular pastime in this historic homestead so it is fitting for Claire to use this instrument to create her compositions,” Michelle says. “Ideally, we are seeking a piano that is less than 30 years old, with a crisp, clean tone – so no jangly honky-tonk sounds please.” The piano will be played and recorded by the composer during her eight-week Claire Cowan, the composer who is missing a piano. residency and later used for events and concerts at Scott Homestead. at Michelle.Edge@aucklandcouncil.govt. Anyone who has a piano they can loan nz or 09 301 0101. or permanently donate to the Scott The programme will take care of Homestead is asked to contact Michelle transporting the piano and re-tuning.

Mangawhai hosts dog agility trials Whangarei Dog Training Association and the Mangawhai Dog Training Club will hold a joint agility ribbon trial and jumper’s ribbon trial at the Mangawhai Domain on September 10 and 11. Show secretary Rebecca Roper says she expects there to be more than 100 dogs competing. “The dogs have to complete an obstacle course with anywhere from 15 to 25 various pieces of equipment,” she says. “The course includes jumps, tunnels, weaves and dog walks, and there are four different height classes to incorporate a wide variety of dogs.” The association was established around 30 years ago, but Rebecca says the Mangawhai Dog Training club is relatively new. The association is also

holding obedience ribbon trials in conjunction with the agility trials. The events start at 9am both days. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

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My biggest food epiphany was the discovery of vegetables on my first visit to Italy. Only using the freshest and best quality, with careful cooking in imaginative ways to maximise the flavour, was a revelation to a kiwi girl raised on meat and three boiled veg. They were never served just plainly boiled; taste was enhanced with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegars, herbs, chillies, cheese, garlic and breadcrumbs, to name just a few of the ways. The options are endless and always delicious, giving true respect to the best of seasonal produce. I find it an interesting exercise to choose the vegetable content of dinner first and then select the accompanying protein. Towards the end of winter, however, being creative with seasonal produce starts to be a challenge and this is where the humble carrot comes into its own, especially when your best friends visit regularly from Ohakune. I will often make this basic of the store cupboard the star of the meal and have many varied recipes in my repertoire. (6 servings) Cooked Carrot Salad • 3½ cups water

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Peel and trim the carrots and cut them into 5-6 cm lengths. Slice these lengthwise into wedges, of equal thickness. Pour the water and vinegar into a saucepan over a high heat. Stir in the honey. When boiling, drop in the carrot wedges and cook uncovered, at a good rolling boil for 25 to 30 minutes, until cooked through but with some texture to the bite. Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat, tossing them frequently until light gold. Cool on a plate. When the carrots are cooked, scoop them out of the pan, cool and drain. Keep the carrot cooking liquid at the boil and drop in the raisins; poach for about 5 minutes until plump, then lift them out and drain until cool. Boil the vinegar liquid to reduce quickly until only a 1/4 cup or so of thick syrup remains in the pan. Put the carrots in a mixing bowl and toss with 2 tablespoons of the syrup and several pinches of salt. Let them marinate ½ an hour or so. Before serving, toss the carrots with a tablespoon of olive oil, the pine nuts, raisins and the shredded mint leaves. Season to taste. If it needs more dressing, add oil or any remaining syrup.

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The Absolutist by John Boyne

Boyne is, of course, the author of the amazing Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and once again he is tackling war. This time the story is set in 1919 and Tristan is taking a train from London to Norwich to deliver some letters to the family of a friend who Tristan fought beside in the Great War. Will had declared himself a conscientious objector in the midst of the fighting and consequently was shot as a traitor. As Tristan thinks back to the events leading up to this horrific event, we discover that he has a secret that has changed everything in his life and he is hoping to tell Will’s sister all that has happened. This novel is beautifully written and very moving.

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Kate has recently been given the all-clear from her oncologist and her women friends have a dinner party to celebrate. Kate’s daughter has given her a white waterrafting trip down the Grand Canyon to celebrate but Kate is terrified at the thought of jeopardising her life again. As her friends laugh and encourage her to embrace her fear, she strikes a bargain with them. Kate chooses one thing for each of them to overcome – getting a tattoo, letting go of a lost love, learning to cook – each one difficult for the person involved. This is a lovely book about friendship and embracing life.

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Fundraiser for Olympic campaign The Village Bookshop will hold a movie preview of The Help on Thursday, September 8, at 5.45pm, upstairs at Matakana Cinemas, to raise funds for local yachtie Rachel Basevi. Rachel has recently returned to NZ after competing in the World Cup event Semaine Olympique Francaise in Hyeres, France. She is now beginning her build-up for the ISAF Worlds in Perth in December. The ISAF Sailing World Championships is the principal qualification regatta for the Olympic Sailing Competition and is held every four years. Tickets to the movie cost $20 and are available from The Village Bookshop.

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Local Board seeks visitor plan input The Rodney Local Board has asked for a closer working relationship with Auckland Tourism Events and Economic Development Ltd (ATEED). During discussion on the development of Auckland’s first strategic regional Visitor Plan, board member Tracey Martin said ATEED’s planning processes would benefit from the input of local information. She noted, for instance, that a key component of the plan was scheduled input from the industry and other stakeholders. “There is still some fragmentation in the local industry so Local Board members’ input on who to contact would benefit the process,” she said. ATEED says the plan will be a roadmap that enables Auckland to generate a step-change in the value of its visitor economy over the next 10

years. It hopes to have the final plan to the ATEED board by October 28. Meanwhile, Rodney board member John McLean said it would make good sense for Auckland to establish an iSITE on State Highway One at the Te Hana Cultural Village, which would service visitors heading both north and south.

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Mangawhai Beach School has received a grant from the Mazda Foundation to purchase 21 ukuleles. The instruments are available to all pupils in the school with principal Aaron Kemp and teacher Chris Gore giving teachers lessons on how to play them. “The ukulele is an easy instrument to learn, with the benefit of their size accommodating smaller hands,” they say. “The school is looking forward to some performances at the assemblies in the near future and we are thinking of entering an inter-schools ukulele contest later this year.”

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evening on August 11. The nautical theme proved popular with a good number of pirates on board, but Maura and Peter Flower’s Royal Navy team and Viv Massey ‘The Nautilusts’ were judged the eventual winners. Prizes included a basket of accessories donated by Buy the Way Boutique, of Kaiwaka. The lavish Top Team prize went to The Village People under Captain Maureen Skinner, while The Causeway Crew under Captain Bryan Clark were second. Club president Liz Holsted said the $2000 raised would support the club’s annual Spirit of Adventure Scholarship for a young local woman. “This year’s applications close on September 10 and we are delighted at the high calibre of entries,” Liz said. “We have had such generous support from our community and such overwhelming enthusiasm from our 150 guests that another trivial pursuit evening is definitely on our calendar for next year.” For further information about Zonta or scholarship applications, phone Liz on 431 4730.

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Social table tennis is held at Matakana Hall on Tuesday evenings from 7.30pm to 9pm. Gear provided and coaching available. Due to interest, junior table tennis (a work in progress) has been added. All welcome. Info: Mary Perkins 425 8146, George Anderson 423 04 24, Steve Maric 425 7358. Gymnastics

Rythmic Gymnastic classes for children year 3 and over held on Wednesday nights, 6pm to 7.30pm at Mahurangi College. Cost around $50 per term. Info: Liz Davey-Martin (head coach) 425 5705 or Sarah Bennett 422 2440. Bowls

Mahurangi East Bowling Club is hosting a Have a Go Day and Mates Day on September 11. Try outdoor bowls and enjoy a day with members and friends. Info: Neil Fowler 425 6194 Soccer

Puhoi Sports Club is looking at running summer social soccer for adults and children on Friday nights, starting early November for six weeks. Games will be five-a-side with seven players in a team. If your interested in playing or entering a team email Simon simon.walters@aut.ac.nz asap as numbers will be limited. Volleyball

Puhoi Sports Club will be running volleyball at the club on Friday nights from September 16 to October 7. Players need to be 14 years or over, mixed teams allowed, maximum seven players per team. There is room for four teams. Info: Sharon hallettent@xtra.co.nz To list information about your club or team’s sporting activities, phone Nichole on 425 9068 or email news@localmatters.co.nz

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Mahurangi Rugby Club and Warkworth Netball Club have teamed up to run a mixed touch module at the Warkworth Showgrounds over summer. It’s been six years since mixed touch has been held in Warkworth and coordinator Bernie Kose says he is looking forward to the tournament. “As well as the social benefits, the tournament is also a way for the rugby club to use its facilities over the summer,” he says. “With the netball club now part of the rugby club as members, it should be a highly successful competition. Touch is a popular summer sport for both young and old. It is easy to play and great for increasing fitness levels. “We will be running the tournament on a Wednesday night at the club with under 7s to under 15s playing from The Mahurangi mixed touch module 4pm to 7pm and seniors from 6pm starts on October 26. to 8pm. We are affiliated to North Bernie says grading rounds will be Harbour touch, which means junior held from October 26 through to players can be selected to join North early December and the tournament Harbour teams.” will start in February and run through Teams need to be made up of at least to mid-March. 12 players including a minimum of Mahurangi Rugby Club is hosting three females and three males, to run a full club social on September 3 to six-a-side in play. welcome the netballers to the club.

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Women golfers swing for title Auckland proved too strong in the Inter-District Women’s Quadrangular Tournament held at Omaha Beach Golf Club, on August 20 and 21. The tournament was a hotly contested Chegwin said there was some good event between Waikato, Auckland, golf played on both days. Northland and current national “The weather was perfect and the champions North Harbour. hospitality was awesome,” she said. Some of NZ’s top women golfers “Omaha Beach has issued a challenge took the course, including the world’s to the participants to come back and number three amateur player Cecilia try to beat the course record of 68. We Cho who remained unbeaten over the just might take them up on that.” weekend. While Waikato were the Helen said there were a number of clear leaders after day one, Auckland promising young women golf stars pulled out all stops on the Sunday to coming through the ranks, which she clinch the win. North Harbour who attributed to the investment that NZ hosted the tournament came third, Golf had made in developing junior followed by Northland. golf, particularly though the school North Harbour president Helen programmes.

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Northland team members Daniele Lowe (left), of Whangarei, and Alayna Laughton, of Wellsford.

The four C’s of success – clarity, confidence, character and competence – was the main message success coach Darren Pereira delivered to Mahurangi College students on August 15. Mr Pereira is a motivational speaker, based in Australia, who regular tours schools on speaking tours. He told his Mahurangi audiences that students with direction who set goals are motivated to achieve high academic results. “Confidence and self-belief inspire high aspirations, which brings out potential, resulting in high achievement,” he said. “By developing resilience strategies (character) students can bounce back from disappointment, which is essential to succeed in school and life. Students empowered with study and leadership skills can achieve outstanding results.” His message to year 11 and 12 students was based on inspiring and motivating the students to shape their future now. He told Year 13 students, approaching NCEA exams, to plan, prioritise and group study. “It’s about time management and selfdiscipline.” Mr Pereira also spoke with teachers on how to effectively engage and motivate students.

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Snells Beach Garden Circle Flower Show, Mahurangi East Community Centre, Hamatana Rd, Snells Beach, from 1pm-4pm. 3 The Bridgehouse, Warkworth Rugby World Party (RWC liftout) 4 TOSSI AGM at 2pm after the regular Sunday in the Park volunteer workday. Meet 9.15am in The Woolshed for morning work assignments followed by a sausage sizzle and guest speaker. 5 Homebuilders AGM, 5 Hexham St, Warkworth, starts at 2pm. 5 Bingo, upstairs New Masonic Lodge, Baxter Street, Warkworth; starts at 7pm. Proceeds to Warkworth Museum. 5 Feltmaking one-day workshop, Matakana. Info: 4226863 or soozbuxton@gmail.com 8–Oct 30 Heritage sporting photos display at the Albertland and Districts Museum and Heritage Centre (RWC liftout) 8 Movie premiere The Help, Matakana Cinemas, fundraising event for local sailor Rachel Basevi’s Olympic campaign. Tickets available from The Village Bookshop 9 Rugby World Cup kick off (RWC liftout) 9 Nico Stojan performs at Leigh Sawmill, 10pm, $10 Info: www. sawmillcafe.co.nz 9 Warkworth Inn free big screen entertainment (RWC liftout) 9 Leigh School Trivial Pursuit Night, Leigh Hall, doors open 7pm, for 7.30pm start. $10 on the door. Cash bar (over 18 yrs) with beverages & some snacks available. Teams of eight or join up and form a team on the night. Info: 422 6715 or jenine@torkington.com 10 Glaucoma NZ free talk, Mahurangi East Community Centre, 10am. Info: 0800 452 826 or visit www.glaucoma.org.nz (see story p14) 10 Caitlin Smith performs at Leigh Sawmill, 8pm, $20 for pre bookings or $25 on the door. Info: www.sawmillcafe.co.nz 10&11 Whangarei Dog Training Association and Mangawhai Dog Training Club are holding a joint agility ribbon trial and jumpers ribbon trial at the Mangawhai Domain (see story p27) 11 Ra Gossage performs at Leigh Sawmill, 4pm, $koha. Info: www. sawmillcafe.co.nz 11 NZ Trio, presented by Warkworth Music Society, in the Mahurangi College auditorium, at 3pm (see story & ad p26) 11 Mahurangi East Bowling Club, Hamatana Rd, Snells Beach is holding a Have A Go Day and Mates Day, from 10am-4pm. Come along and have a go at outdoor bowls and enjoy a day with members and our mates. Info: President Neil Fowler 425 6194. 11 Carters Whangarei Run/Walk Festival including a new Kids Dash of 2km for 5 to 7 years, and 4km for 8 to 10 years. Other options include a 9.4km run or walk, a half marathon and marathon. Info: www.runwalkseries.co.nz 15 Warkworth Methodist Women’s Fellowship Hostess Day, 1.30pm, Methodist Church Centre Neville Street. Speaker from Leprosy Mission. Sales Table, afternoon tea. All welcome. Info: 422 7766 16 Drab doo-riffs perform at Leigh Sawmill, 9.30pm, $tbc. Info: www.sawmillcafe.co.nz 17 Sawmill Selaktaz, Leigh Sawmill, 9.30pm. Info: sawmillcafe.co.nz 17 Wellsford Heritage Festival Day, Memorial Park next to the Albertland and Districts Museum and Heritage Centre Wellsford 13 Warkworth & Districts Dog Training Club Obedience Training, 7.30pm, New World undercover carpark, Warkworth. Info: Corinne 425 8363. 23&30 Career Planning and Job Search Workshop, being organised by Rodney Womens Centre, Phone 425 7261 or 0800 237674; info@womenscentrerodney.org.nz 24 Matakana to Omaha walkway dinner, The Woolshed, Matakana Country Park (RWC liftout) Email your events to editor@localmatters.co.nz

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Wellsford School claims rippa rugby title in grand final Wellsford School has clinched the title of Northland Rippa Rugby Champions. In a close game against Mangawhai Beach School, Wellsford took the match 9-6. Coach Philip Lees put the win down to a solid defence line, good support play and fitness. “They were great,” he said. Players of the day were Victoria Vakitini-Harding, Kaitlin Bowmar and Johnson Peters. Wellsford competed in four tournaments in the lead-up and this was the school’s first performance in the grand final. The match was played in front of a big crowd as the curtain raiser to the ITM Cup Championship clash between Northland vs Hawkes Bay, played at Toll Stadium in Whangarei on August 24. Northland beat the table leaders 43-34. “It was a great result all round,” a Wellsford supporter Sarah Walsh said. As Northland champions, Wellsford is in the running for an invite to play in the World Cup Rippa Tournament at North Harbour next year.

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Gymnastics extravaganza for Otamatea

Sport Northland in conjunction with GymSports NZ has teamed up to fund and support the Otamatea Schools Gymfest, which will be held on September 19 and 20. More than 450 children from local schools including Paparoa, Mangawhai, Otamatea Christian School and Living Way Christian School will have the chance to experience a range of fun gym sports at the Otamatea Gym Club, located at the Kaiwaka Sports Association, Gibbons Road, Kaiwaka. Parental support is needed. Info: Stephanie 431 2022 or email gymotamatea@gmail.com

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