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Mosaic tiles tell cement works story

Artist Joy Bell (foreground) gets some help to install the new mosaic tiles, which reflect the rich history of the site.

Reuben’s Kawau transport service hits troubled waters Residents on Kawau Island are on tenterhooks as they await the outcomes of receivership negotiations on the three companies under the directorship of Reuben Zylstra. Auckland Water Taxis Ltd and Kawau and receivers are hoping to achieve a entire operation. Water Taxis Ltd went into receivership sale of the business as a going concern. Receiver John Whittfield, of CMS in July, and Reuben’s Water Taxis has Tenders closed on Friday, September Business Solutions, said he was not been in receivership since July 2008, 24, and it is understood at least two at liberty to discuss the negotiations, owing in excess of $3.4 million. serious parties are interested, with but did say that it would be “business The services have continued to run one looking at a purchase of the continued page 2

off the drawing board this month . . . .

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Inside this issue Local landmark

Camp Bentzon – pages 9 & 10

Local business pages 24 to 31

Kowhai Festival

Here at last – pages 56 to 59

Re-Styled Home Tutukaka Coast

GRAHAM SAWELL • ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER

Artwork installed in the new toilet block at the old Wilson Cement Works, in Warkworth, will be officially unveiled at a public open day on October 31. The mosaic tiles, depicting the history of the site, are the work of artist Joy Bell. She has used detailed imagery of what the works were like in their glory days on the two tiles – one for the ladies and one for the men’s toilets. Joy has 14 years of art experience and was the creative mind behind the art in the Puhoi toilets. It took her six-weeks to complete the tiles, often working through the night to finish them on time. “I love using the locally-made Middle Earth tiles because of the quality and range of vibrant colours they offer,” she says. “I also like doing

“creating efficient, functional & delightful architecture”

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It’s business as usual at Reuben’s until a purchaser can be found.

Troubled waters as usual” for the time being. He hoped to be in a position to make an announcement early this month. Reuben’s operated a water taxi and a ferry business both in Auckland and Sandpit to Kawau Island, as well as providing tours of Auckland Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf, island hopping and fishing charters. Not so long ago, the company ran a fleet of nine water taxis and the 145-seater Kawau Kat, and employed up to 40 staff in the peak season. Principal creditors are Marac Finance, Principal Finance and the IRD. Unsecured creditors are owed an estimated $808,461. Kawau Island Residents and Ratepayers chair Paul Harper says the uncertainty is a serious issue on the island, with many residents relying on the service. “Reuben put his heart and soul into the business and we feel for him, but we are concerned about what will happen and how any new service might operate,” he says. He says high prices will discourage users and he hopes the new Auckland Council might look at some degree of subsidisation for residents. “At the end of the day, it will be up to whoever buys the business and I don’t see the association having any

mandate to get involved.” Camp Bentzon, which runs yearround outdoor activity programmes for schools and other groups, is particularly reliant on the taxi and ferry services. Manager Peter Hyde says the services have been under a cloud for nearly two years and it’s a “big” issue for the camp. “We’ve got another smaller boat lined-up if worse comes to the worst, but it’s not as suitable as the larger capacity Kat,” he says. “Our standby boat can only carry 50, so it creates all sorts of logistical problems trying to bring large groups to the island.” Kawau Lodge owner Helen Jeffery says that while they can use their own boat, which is surveyed for eight, to ferry guests from Sandspit, they also relied on Reuben’s. She says some events such as weddings on the island have already been cancelled because of the uncertainty of the service. “I just hope something is resolved by Labour Weekend which is traditionally the start of the summer season,” she says. The Reuben’s service ran four return trips daily to Kawau, seven days a week.

Tiles adorn toilets public artwork and hope that the transition to the new supercity won’t see an end to this type of work. “What intrigues me about the toilets is that I will never get to see the faces, or the reaction of the people who will look at these tiles!” Completion of the toilet block cost

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$160,000. The tiles cost $6200. Nathaniel Wilson set up the cement plant in 1882. By 1910 there were several large mills and kilns, and 180 workers. In the 1920s the works were abandoned and left to decay. Rodney District Council purchased the site in 2003 and is in the process of turning it into a heritage area.

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Omaha Beach Lifeguards begin major overhaul of club facilities A $250,000 redevelopment of the Omaha Beach Surf Lifesaving Club headquarters started in earnest last month. Stage One involves the construction of a deck and walkway, linking the clubrooms with the patrol tower. It is expected to be finished in time for the season opening at the end of this month. Stage two will be carried out next winter and will involve shutting down the club for a complete refit. The upstairs will have an open plan interior and new kitchen installed, and new bunkrooms, first aid room and entranceway will be built downstairs. Club president John Williams says Building work has started on the first stage of the Omaha Surf Club upgrade. the renovations have been in the The improvements are being funded greater stability and sustainability. pipeline for about two years. from events such as the annual There are currently 27 trained “By the time we’ve finished, Omaha auction and a $70,000 grant from lifeguards, which will allow us will be one of the nicest clubs in Pub Charity. Approaches have also to put four patrol teams out this NZ,” he says. “It’s exciting to see been made to the Lion Foundation summer, but ideally, we would like work start.” and Rodney District Council. John to have 40 trained volunteers.” The present clubrooms date from says however, it’s local businesses The volunteers patrol the beach about 1990 and are struggling who have provided the impetus to from 11am to 5pm on weekends, to cater for the growing club get the project on the starting block. from Labour Weekend to Easter. membership. “They have been tremendously The week day patrols are covered by “We’ve got 250 members, including supportive and we can’t thank them paid lifeguards. 150 juniors. There’s a good enough.” (See advert p18). The volunteers play a larger role atmosphere, but it’s difficult to hold Three years ago, the Omaha Surf in the community. Their training social functions in the limited space Club was struggling to find enough means they can respond to first available.” lifeguards to cover the weekend aid emergencies in the community John believes that the planned patrols. John says it was all falling on and a number have also joined the improvements will deliver benefits the shoulders of a few teenagers and Matakana fire service. Club members well beyond the club. understandably, they weren’t staying also help keep the beach clean. To find out more about becoming a “It’ll make it easier for us to hold with the club long. events and carnivals, but it will “We’ve made a concerted effort to volunteer, visit www.omahasurf.co.nz. also provide the community with a train new volunteers across a wider The junior sign on will be held this versatile facility.” age group, which has given the club month (see story p42).

Rodney ready to turn out the lights A total of 134 years of municipal history drew to a close last month when Rodney District Council held its final full council meeting on September 30. Although the final curtain won’t come down on Rodney District Council until midnight on October 31, the final Council meeting signalled the end of the decision-making process in Orewa. Democracy services executive manager Paul Garbett says an extraordinary meeting could be called if a major unforseen issue arose, but this was unlikely. He says all the routine services Council delivers will continue as normal. Residents can continue to lodge building and resource consents, and traffic wardens will continue to give out parking tickets. Some planning hearings are scheduled, but these will be heard by independent commissioners. “As far as the public is concerned, it’s business as usual,” he says. Paul says some staff are still waiting to be notified if they have jobs with the new Council. “We’re told everyone will know in the next couple of weeks.” Mahurangi Matters will cover the election on October 9, and post progress and preliminary results on our website at www.localmatters.co.nz as soon as they are available after the poll closes at 12 noon. Official results won’t be announced until special votes have been checked, sometime in the week October 11 to 15.

ARTA analyses Warkworth district transport survey results Nearly 500 responses were received to a transport survey circulated in the Warkworth area in August. Forms were posted to residents in the Warkworth, Leigh, Matakana, Omaha, Pt Wells and Snells Beach area to gauge their interest in a doorto-door service that could be accessed via phone, internet or by text.

The Auckland Regional Transport Authority is now analysing the results and expects to make a decision before the end of the year on whether or not a trial will proceed. A spokesperson says the decision will be based on: yy market research to determine likely patronage levels for a taxi-

bus service, willingness to pay, and local travel patterns; yy assessing the interest and capability of local transport providers; yy estimating costs and benefits; and yy identifying relevant NZTA policies/rules relating to funding, procurement and licensing.

“At this stage we don’t know whether or not a trial will definitely proceed – we are just investigating whether a trial would be feasible,” she said. “A decision will be based on the level of demand, cost effectiveness, and funding availability. If a trial does end up going ahead, we’ll make sure it is widely promoted within the community.”

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O FF THE RE CORD Rugby treasures Explaining the system of coloured shorts used by Golden Oldies rugby to determine the level of physical contact a player can be exposed to, a Mahurangi Mussels player said it progressed through to gold shorts for those over 65 years, purple shorts for those over 70 and incontinence nappies for anyone over 80.

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Abridged letters can be read in full at www.localmatters.co.nz under Mahurangi Opinion.

Supportive Leadership? Elizabeth Foster raised an important matter last issue on the role of Matakana Coast in this area. This incorporated society, Matakana Coast Wine Country was formed some 10 years ago by most of the significant local tourism operators of the day. RDC recently invited all tourism bodies in the area to participate in a tourism study which seeks to understand what the tourism industry here comprises and will also seek and review feedback from tourists and visitors and make recommendations for the future. The participants include Warkworth Business Association,

Matakana Winegrowers, Leigh by Sea, Warkworth Visitor Information Centre, Puhoi, Country Park, Matakana Village and Matakana Coast Wine Country. This will hopefully bring in a new era and shape for tourism organisations in the area and right now everyone has the opportunity to read about it and have their say at www. regionalsurveys.co.nz. We are hopeful that many residents and visitors will respond and also that Elizabeth will visit the site and complete the ‘Community Survey’ to input her views rather than just the public “thumbs down” of her letter. With regard to “what’s in a name?”

please be assured that Matakana Coast Wine Country has no wish to dictate what Elizabeth calls the area where she lives. She could even call it Auckland if it helps her. However, that is nothing to do with the marketing to help those businesses from Puhoi to Pakiri in the tourism industry. These mostly very small businesses play a major part in the economy of this region and especially in these times can be better served by the support of someone who is by several measures a leader in the local community. Ross (Ras) Sutherland Chairman,Matakana Coast Wine Country Inc – Abridged

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We live in Australia but are receiving your newspaper courtesy of my brother Wilfred, who lives at Snells Beach. While some identities are new, since

A junior student at Tomarata was sharing ‘news’ with the class, talking quite knowledgeably about the miners who were trapped underground. Then the teacher asked her if she knew what miners were. Her reply … “Yes, they’re birds and they are trapped in a cage and can’t get out for three months!”

Dead or alive It seems the pukeko fundraiser for Kaipara Flats School ruffled the feathers of a few animal lovers. The campaign organisers received several concerned phones calls from people who mistakenly thought the school was displaying real pukeko outside local businesses.

Bye bye Rodney

More on Matakana’s name Perhaps Elizabeth Foster (MM August) should have researched how Matakana came to legitimately represent the wider region, if mainly as a marketing exercise. ‘Matakana Coast Wine Country’ came about not least because this wine appellation was already designated Matakana with the NZ Wine Institute (now NZ Winegrowers) when we came here some 16 years ago. And long before MCWC came into being. Wine regions invariably take the name of the province or sub region where the vineyards were first planted, you do not choose

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any old name. Just as Morris & James Pottery first put Matakana on the map, the vision of the Vuletic brothers in planting their vineyard on a steep hillside right here in Matakana has now led to the proliferation of over 30 vineyards. It seems to me a place is entitled to its own history, as you yourself mention Elizabeth, in the case of Omaha. An upsurge in accommodation providers (the biggest grouping within the Society) also occurred with Matakana Village thus developing into the ambient, delightful place to visit

that it now is. I hasten to state this is not a service town as Elizabeth termed it (although there are a few services available), but quite deliberately Matakana’s boundaries were restricted to keep its village atmosphere. Without the glamour wine industry coming to town nothing much may have changed. As things stand the local economy has received a significant boost, with the scenic vineyards providing a perfect match with the existing outstanding area attractions. Jill Crone, Hyperion Wines, Matakana – Abridged

the 1970s when we left Warkworth, it makes great and interesting reading about the local area. Not only does Wilfred send the newspaper, he drops a line in as well

to inform of family news. Not bad for an over 80 year old. Pat and Trish Wech Mornington Victoria, Australia.

Rodney District Council’s last ever Strategy & Community Committee meeting this month coincided with a power cut that knocked out much of central Orewa, including Council offices, until around 10.30am. The meeting therefore began in semi-darkness. “This is one way of closing down Rodney,” Mayor Penny Webster commented. “But they might have waited for the last person to leave before switching off the lights.” Off the Record contributions welcome, email: editor@localmatters.co.nz

Correction

In last month’s paper, election candidate Steve Garner was reported as being the Harcourts sales manager for Warkworth. He is, in fact, the sales manager for Wellsford and Mangahwai.

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FEEDBACK Congratulations Sandspit It was great to see some hardy Sandspit residents planting some 900 native plants along the roadside in an effort to beautify this marvellous coastal community. Full marks to the Council too, for removing all the wattle and noxious trees along the foreshore road, and for providing the native seedlings. Disappointing though, to see that vandals have already uprooted some of the seedlings planted in the grass reserve next, to the community’s Sandspit Yacht Club. I wonder whether this has something to do with the upcoming appeal by the marina developers, and their plan to overcome their parking problems for the development? At the eight-day hearing for resource consent, it was suggested that the developer’s parking problems could be overcome by using half that grass

Gates | Balustrade | Awnings | Showers | Wardrobes reserve for car and trailer parking. The developers have lodged an appeal in the Environment Court against the decision handed down by the Council’s independent commissioners, who so correctly argued that the marina should not proceed due to major infrastructure, noise, parking, traffic and environmental problems at Sandspit. The Sandspit community, and indeed the members of the local yacht club, should remain vigilant as to what the developers of the marina are planning. I only hope that Council and its officers rigorously defend in the Environment Court any appeal to overturn this important decision to preserve Sandspit as it is …. a designated landscape protected community. Al Howden Sandspit

Seeking answers on roads Tommy Parker, NZTA’s State Highways Manager, is quoted (MM Sept 2010) as saying… “We are aware of the impact that the first stage of improvements at Woodcocks and Whitaker Roads (in Warkworth) has had on the community” and, concerning the next stage of the works at the Hudson Road and Hill Street intersections, continues… “We want to avoid a repeat of that by ensuring that we have everything in place before the contractors start their work after summer.” Would I be right if I inferred that the work at Woodcocks and Whitaker

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Roads began before everything was in place? Or could it be that the job was awarded to less than competent contractors? Or was supervision by the NZTA inadequate? Whatever it was, the community, which suffered as the contract took twice as long to complete as it should, is entitled to know. After all, it was our rates and taxes which paid for it. In addition, an apology from whoever was responsible would be nice. John Northcott Warkworth

Mahurangi Matters welcomes feedback from readers and preference will be given to letters of 200 words or less. Mail can be sent to editor@localmatters.co.nz or PO Box 701, Warkworth.

Roberts remembered A memorial rock and plaque will be officially unveiled at Highfield Garden Reserve, in Algies Bay, on Saturday, October 2. The plaque recognises Ted and Alison Roberts. The late Mrs Roberts gifted a large chunk of land to ‘the people of New Zealand’ and was well known for the care of her donkeys. The plaque will be unveiled by Cathy Algie and Jenny Van der Mespel, and Ross Lynch and Betty Paxton. The ceremony will start at 10am.

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Pest volunteers needed at Scandrett Park Pest control has made it possible for the endangered NZ dotterel to begin breeding on the beach at Scandrett. The resident male is coming into his fourth breeding season at the park this year and the Northern Parks team is keen to give the birds the best chance possible. They are hoping to recruit a few local residents prepared to dedicate some of their time to the Scandrett Regional Park, on the end of the Mahurangi East Peninsula, pest control programme on an ongoing basis. Experience with pest control is not necessary and the opportunity would suit a fit retiree who is keen to learn, as much as it would someone who has years of practice. Scandrett is small in comparison to other parks in the area and has a smaller pest control requirement. However, the rangers and volunteers do still have to control low numbers of rats and stoats, and poison for rabbits where possible. They also continue to keep a close eye on possum incursions. One or two people who could perhaps commit four hours every fortnight or month on a regular basis would enable the existing trap and bait lines to be serviced at the required level. Volunteers would be able to work alongside an existing volunteer or the community ranger until they were confident to work unassisted. Volunteers are also needed for other tasks around the park and the ARC would like to hear from anyone interested in lending a hand. Info: Sue Hill, at the Northern Sector office, on 09 426 1200 or by email sue.hill@arc.govt.nz

Gardening book win Congratulations to Natalie Heywood, of Snells Beach, and Carine Dimmock, of Point Wells, who were the lucky winners of our Grow It Yourself Vegetables gardening book, written by Andrew Steens, and kindly donated by David Bateman Ltd.

Park volunteer David Levesque checking a trap for stoats and rats under a grand old puriri on Scandrett’s south coast.

Marine traveller visits Cape Rodney A lone fur seal visited the waters around Ti Point last month, a sight not yet common in Hauraki Gulf waters. Department of Conservation biodiversity ranger Thelma Wilson says a small number of the seals (kekeno) turn up each year. “I would expect the number to slowly but steadily increase as the years go by as seals were originally found right throughout NZ,” she says. “Early Maori harvested them to extinction from the North Island, then early European sealers had a good go at the South Island and sub-Antarctic populations. Numbers are slowly re-building.” Thelma says she is aware of a small population currently in the Goat Island Marine Reserve. “I think Ivan Blackwell from the Glass Bottom Boat may have them on his payroll as they are currently a feature of his trips, generally lying around on the rocks for photos!” Thelma says local waters, including the marine reserve, are a popular hunting ground for fur seals, no doubt because of the increased fish numbers. While part of their diet is fish, they are also very keen on squid. “A couple of weeks ago I had reports of a seal off Leigh township chasing and biting John Dory.”

Fur seals, like this one spotted off Ti Point, will often spend a lot of time drifting about at sea, head under water and a flipper in the air.

Thelma says anyone who sees seals should leave them alone and neither feed them nor disturb them. “Seals and dogs definitely don’t mix. It’s best to keep your distance because they can become aggressive if you get between them and the water, and to be especially careful with dogs or children. Seals can move surprisingly fast and they do bite.” If people do see an animal out of the water that they feel is in distress, please report it to DOC on 0800 36 24 68.

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The 9th annual general meeting was well attended and started with volunteers planting the last 3000 trees to reach their goal of 20,000 for the season. Congratulations to the TOSSI nursery crew, under Paul Williams leadership, and many planting volunteers for the production and planting of quality native seedlings. A barbecue was served back at the woolshed to the hungry volunteers. Invited speaker Christine Rose spoke about the successes and benefits of the partnerships between the ARC and public groups, particularly TOSSI. The new committee elected was – Chairperson Steve Palmer, deputy chair James Ross, secretary David Stone, treasurer Joe Crandle, and committee members Pat Williams, Alison Stanes and Sharon Kast. Outgoing chair Paul Williams, who will remain as coordinator of TOSSI’s native plant nursery, was thanked for his contribution, along with Jan Halliday who stepped down from the committee. Open Sanctuary coordinator Matt Maitland highlighted the activities during the past year before guest speaker Shauna Baillie, a PhD candidate with Massey University, spoke about her fascinating work with bellbirds. Now is a beautiful time of the year to visit the park. During the week, you will have it almost entirely to yourself. Sights to be enjoyed include the young lambs and calves frolicking, birds courting, new growth on plants, flowering kowhai, kiwi incubating, NZ dotterel nesting, North Island robins hatching, pateke ducklings growing and petrels returning to burrows. It is always great to see families out and about enjoying the park. Get involved: Our next Sunday in park volunteer work day will be on October 3. Meet at the woolshed at 9.15am. To encourage new volunteers and to thank our regulars, TOSSI provides a sausage sizzle and a guest speaker. This month, Joanne Peace will speak about the translocation of shore skink from Tawharanui to Crusoe Island. All welcome www.TOSSI.org.nz

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Rural strategy adopted Rodney District Council’s draft rural strategy was adopted last month and will go forward to inform the Spatial Plan and Long Term Council Community Plan of the Auckland Council. The strategy provides a framework for development in rural Rodney over the next 25 years and involved a survey of 783 rural property owners, workshops with a reference group and public notification of the draft in May, after which amendments were made to the final document. At Council’s strategy and community committee meeting, which adopted the Rural Strategy, Cr Ross Craig said the document had been through a robust process and would be a bastion for the district under the Auckland Council.

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It is only a 30-minute ferry ride from Sandspit jetty to Camp Bentzon, nestled in sheltered North Cove on Kawau Island, but the distance belies the change in pace, scenery and stress-levels. Each year, the camp hosts more than 5000 visitors, mostly children aged eight to 13, who come to enjoy the simple pleasures of boating, swimming, fishing, playing outdoors and re-connecting with family and friends. Camp managers Erin and Peter Hyde say this activity fills the cove with “happy noise”. As Mahurangi Matters editor Jannette Thompson discovered, this story is about the generosity of individuals and the community over nearly 80 years, and starts with a bequest from an old seafaring bachelor. Little is known about the fisherman Nicolas Bentzon except that he was born in Denmark in the mid1800s, emigrated to NZ and anchored frequently in North Cove, where he eventually purchased just under 12 hectares. He was in his 80s by the time he built a cottage on site and even then, it’s said, he continued to sleep on his boat, as his cottage had no bed. In 1935, Mr Bentzon donated his land to the Education Board for the purposes of “public education and recreation”. The donation was on condition that the land remained in public ownership and was not used for private purposes. In accordance with his wishes, a school opened on the property in 1936 but ceased two years later. Eventually, the schoolroom returned to the mainland and the property was largely ignored for the next 30 years. In 1969, Noel Bowden, of the North Shore Teachers College was elected chairman of the newly formed Camp Bentzon Board and the beginnings of today’s modern camp began to take shape. Life member Bruce Kissling, of Mahurangi East, says one of the early camp supporters was Mahurangi College teacher Dale Reddish, who had connections with the then-pirate radio station Radio Hauraki. The station ran an appeal, which helped get the camp up and running financially. The late Mr Reddish also left a substantial bequest to the camp and a room is named in his honour. The initial bunk-rooms were buildings that were surplus to Education Department needs and were barged from Auckland in 1970. Since then, hundreds of volunteers have contributed time, effort and funding to make improvements. Boats have been purchased, a wharf and sheds built, the kitchen refurbished and a confidence course built, with the help of the Army Territorials. The camp makes a modest surplus of around $50,000 annually, which is reinvested into capital projects such as the recent wastewater upgrade, which cost $170,000 including in-kind support. The Board had earmarked the money for

Plans are underway to expand the main accommodation block to cater for up to 120 guests by 2011.

Whangaparaoa Primary School students take instruction before setting sail from Camp Bentzon.

a new managers’ residence, but the upgrade had to take precedence. One can only imagine how Nicholas Bentzon would feel if he could see the camp today – parents and teachers busy shepherding laughing, noisy children from activities on the beach, teaching them to cook, read a compass or swing through the trees like Tarzan. Managers Erin and Peter Hyde, who have been on the island for the past four-and-a-half years, believe the value and importance of the camp can’t be over-stated, particularly in a world where an increasing number of parents work and many children seldom, if ever, are taken on holiday. Although the school groups stay for only five days, it is enough time for the children to

get a glimpse of something different, particularly children from low decile schools. One of the hardest things that Erin and Peter have had to learn is to say goodbye to children who didn’t want to go home. “They sit on the wharf and cry. It’s very sad for all of us. Over time we’ve learned to recognise some of those children when they arrive and we try to give them a little bit more attention while they are here. Money can’t buy the rewards we get from this job. We hope that the experiences the children have at the camp gives them the confidence to get involved in an activity at home and perhaps take part in a sport.” Around 37 schools use the camp annually. Weekends are for family

The only known photo of Nicholas Bentzon.

groups, churches, playcentres, youth groups and cultural groups, of between 40 and 100. One of the quietest weekends in the cove occurred recently when AUT held a continued next page

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Dave Taylor and Ian Brackebush doing wharf repairs.

Camp managers Peter and Erin Hyde.

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signing workshop on the island – no verbal communication was allowed, although Erin says there was lots of laughter. One family group has been visiting for 20 consecutive years. The camp provides an experience that many older New Zealanders probably took for granted. Erin and Peter say children experience a lot of firsts at the camp – from boating to climbing a tree, skylarking in the water and being part of an extended family. Just being able to walk barefooted is new for some and they have the freedom to explore, invent games and have fun. For some children, it is their first-ever night away from home. It’s a chance to do things together without the distractions of television, computers, mobile phones, playstations and shops. Erin and Peter grew up in Pakuranga, met as teenagers and lived at Whangaparaoa for 20 years prior to Kawau Island. Peter was operations manager for a plastics firm in Albany, while Erin worked as an office manager. The job came up at a time when they were looking for a change and a challenge. They admit they found both, and a lot more. Peter says the job demands self-motivation and a diverse range of skills – people management, maintenance, building, teaching, cleaning, weed control and administration to

name just a few. The isolation has also been hard at times. Peter feels grateful that the camp was closed when his mother became ill, which allowed him to spend precious days with her before she died. Family occasions often come second to the demands of running the camp 24/7. However, they recognised before they started that taking the job was a big commitment and try to make their holidays away from the island count. Peter’s 86-yearold father John Hyde, who lives at Stanmore Bay, is a frequent visitor who is always happy to pitch in and help with the endless list of jobs to be done. Erin and Peter also serve on the Kawau Island First Response team for civil defence, fire and medical emergencies. The camp is the civil defence centre for the island’s permanent population of 50 residents, who are linked only by water. Erin and Peter enjoy the novelty of island life, perhaps crossing to the mainland only once or twice a month. “People get along well, but we respect each other’s privacy. Going to dinner with friends across the cove means paddling over in our kayaks and changing into our dinner clothes at the end of their wharf. Some nights when we paddle back, the sky is full of stars and the phosphorence in the water is amazing. It makes us appreciate how lucky we are to live here – we think of the job as a very busy privilege.”

Next year, the Board of Trustees hopes to start work on expanding the bunkroom accommodation to take 120 and a new ablutions block. Board deputy chair Bruce Clegg says all major works are a financial hurdle, reliant on external funding, but building has been made easier with the support of both Rodney District Council and

Auckland Regional Council. Local service groups – Warkworth Lions and Warkworth Rotary – have been long-time supporters and it’s their hard work, either providing labour on-site or through fundraising, that has built many of the facilities at the camp. Generosity gave the camp life and continues to be its main driving force.

Roll of Honour

Bruce Clegg at the heart of the new sewage treatment plant, which was installed by Greg Jones Plumbing, of Matakana, and commissioned in April.

Thank you to camp supporters of recent years yy Camp Bentzon Board of Trustees yy Warkworth Lions yy Warkworth Rotary yy Pub Charity yy Lion Foundation yy ASB Community Trust yy Rodney District Council yy ARC yy Laser Plumbing Warkworth yy Marley Plastics yy Poland Motors yy Footings & Flooring Ltd (Dean) yy Anzor Ltd yy SkyCity yy Wharehine Group Ltd yy Hutchinsons Consultants Ltd yy Herb Fava yy Jon and Louise Nicholson yy Kawau’s Mollie Wilson for a bequest …. and many others

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Little enthusiasm for Auckland election If a recent street poll is any indication, voters in the Mahurangi area are feeling disinterested and confused about the current Local Government election, which closes on October 9 at 12 noon. Mahurangi Matters polled voters at number complained there were too “I’m sick of broken promises and Snells Beach, Matakana, Wellsford many candidates standing for the am voting for honesty, sincerity and and Warkworth, a week after voting Mayoralty and Health Board to make people I know.” started on September 18. an informed decision. Several people, particularly in Of the 40 people approached, half “There are so many candidates, you Wellsford, said they would be lodging were either not going to vote while may as well just go ‘eeny meeny a protest vote by not voting. A retired several others were “unsure”. Young miney mo’.” resident said he would be putting a people in particular showed little line through his entire voting paper interest in who was standing for the A number of people said they would … “we were bulldozed into the new Auckland Council. The reasons vote for candidates who supported supercity, why should we make it easy for not voting ranged from “just improvements to the district’s roads. for them.” Others were preparing to don’t care” to “it doesn’t matter who Water charges, rates and provision vote for their Ward and Local Board gets in, nothing changes anyway” of core services such as libraries members, but not the Mayor. and “they’re all villains with their and parks were seen as important. Voting closes at 12 noon on Experienced candidates were also Saturday, October 9. Results will be noses in the trough”. Of those who were voting or had being preferred over new entrants. posted on the Local Matters website voted, the majority said they had found A number of people said they weren’t at www.localmatters.co.nz as soon as the new voting system confusing. A being fooled by “unrealistic promises”. they become available.

Joyce Chappell, Wellsford: “I knew who I didn’t want to vote for, but there wasn’t even a meeting where we could meet all the candidates.”

Mark Cunningham, Orewa: “I haven’t made my mind up about who to vote for yet.”

Roy Levet, of Te Hana: “We’ll need a strong voice representing us.”

Helen Bartrom (with Milly), of Snells Beach: “We’re not going to know for 10 years whether we’ve chosen the right people.”

Barry Blennerhassett, of Warkworth: “We need someone to run Auckland who can look at the big picture.”

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race for th e polls Local candidates face the voters at Snells meeting Rodney’s Ward and Board candidates made a pitch for votes at a meeting in Snells Beach last month. Jointly organised by Greypower Warkworth Town Hall and the and Snells Beach Residents & lack of coordination and provision Ratepayers, the meeting provided of sports and recreation options, one of the few forums for people to particularly for older residents. hear and question all the candidates The discussion on sports grounds together. About 150 people attended lead Cr June Turner to remark that and Waitemata District Health it was within the Mayor’s power Board candidate Paddy Sullivan was to stop the proposed sale of the also given the opportunity to speak. Atlas site, on State Highway One, Questions from the floor ranged in Warkworth. The Mayor replied over issues such as rates, roads that she wished she had ‘that sort and highway improvements, the of influence’ and Tracey Martin said environment, and concerns that that councillors had signed-off on Rodney’s voice wouldn’t be heard in the sale so residents needed to vote for people “who read documents the new supercity. Candidates views were also sought before they sign them”. on the Warkworth community The meeting was chaired by retiring centre project, the future of the Rodney Councillor Grahame Powell.

Incumbent local government representatives recommended themselves on the basis of their experience and achievements, while aspiring politicians said they would bring fresh ideas and skills.

Public service members quiz candidates on privatisation The Public Service Association (PSA) has launched a new website for its members and the public to help people make an informed choice when voting in local body elections. At www.wheredoyoustand.org.nz candidates are being asked to declare where they stand on community ownership, control of services, assets and private water leases. So far, nearly 100 candidates on the site say they support community ownership and oppose water privatisation. PSA national secretary Brenda Pilott says local authorities provide a vast range of essential public services, everything from libraries to rubbish collection, recycling to social and recreational services. “These services are a fundamental part of our society; they keep our communities running smoothly and they make New Zealand a better country to live in,” she says. “Radical changes being proposed to the Local Government Act will position councils to privatise assets and contract out public services and could see people having less say in their local communities. “How people vote and who gets elected to councils around the country will be pivotal in deciding whether these changes get

implemented or not. “By launching this website we hope to influence both the local election outcomes and the passage of the Bill.” Election results on www.localmatters. co.nz on election day.

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race for th e polls Gentleman of Council ready to take life easier Retiring Rodney councillor Grahame Powell says the only promise worth making in an election campaign is that “you’ll do your best”. “Decisions are made by a Council or Board, not calls about a farmer’s cows being on the road, a individuals,” he says. “The decision-makers can meeting with coastal landholders upset about be swayed by their pragmatism or their different their rates bill, a meeting with local JPs, a site visit philosophies, and what’s important in someone’s on a resource consent matter in Matakana, and little patch, may not be seen as a priority in the hours spent reading agendas. A constant round district overall.” of meetings from Residents and Ratepayers to At the end of this month, Cr Powell stands hall committees, and quarry and road reference down from local government after 12 years as a groups crowd the pages. northern ward representative. An issue that has remained a priority throughout He is disappointed Rodney and Franklin were his years on Council has been roads. “dragged into” the new Auckland Council as he “I’m pleased about the fact that there’s been sees little gain for rural ratepayers. He worries the about 40kms of road seal extension, north of north will be asked to contribute to the “huge” The Dome, since I’ve been on Council. Parks leaky homes and reserves have bill and public upgraded, Few people understand the complexity of been transport that they particularly the issues that come before Council and I fear a lot provision of toilets, will never use. of the institutional knowledge will disappear in and our halls “Central are being wellAuckland has the transition to the new Auckland Council. maintained.” got some issues – transport, civic amenities and connectivity – Cr Powell is Rodney’s representative on the Interwhich may well be improved under one Council, Council Working Party on Genetically Modified but I’d be surprised if we’re better off. Our issues Organisms, a role that has had him questioning are roads, water and wastewater, and I can’t see his initial position on GMOs. Auckland paying for the improvements that are “I believe GMOs are the science of the future, but needed.” I’ve become a lot more cautious because they pose a Prior to joining Council, Cr Powell worked for big risk to the community if anything goes wrong.” about 36 years as a vet in the Warkworth/Wellsford Cr Powell was also Council’s representative on the area. When he retired, he saw himself spending Mahurangi Action Plan and undertook special time on his 40 hectare farm at Wellsford, hunting training to sit on Resource Consent Hearings, and clay pigeon shooting, fishing and continuing which taught him the value of a water-tight his interest in the Rodney Aero Club. This lasted District Plan. He has maintained a keen interest for about four years, before he was approached in the affairs at Puhoi and chairs the infrastructure “by locals” to stand for Council. and environment committee. “I could see there was a need for the community “Very few people understand the complexity of to be heard and I was used to studying documents issues that come before Council and I fear a lot of and reading, which was just as well because that the institutional knowledge will disappear in the is a large part of what you do as a councillor. It’s transition to the new Auckland Council. been a good experience overall but it’s cost me a lot personally, in terms of time away from the “Naturally, it means we rely heavily on advice from farm and things that I might have liked to have staff which by and large in Rodney has been good.” done for myself. But it was my choice – you However, in hindsight, Cr Powell says the can be as busy as you like. As a vet I was used advice Council received on land purchases was to serving the community and as a Councillor, disappointing. He cited the purchase of the Corrie block, in Wellsford, as one example. everything came second to Council.” Cr Powell’s diary gives a taste of the myriad of “Council was told we’d have access to the main tasks undertaken in a typical week – there’s phone road but this turned out not to be the case.

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Council officers sat on their hands and now the property is on the market and will probably be sold at a loss. “The Mad Butcher in Orewa and a 180-acre farm at Kumeu, which was bought as part of a wastewater scheme, were less than prudent.” “It’s also tough making people understand a decision that they might not like. Often communities can’t agree and sometime they don’t appreciate the bigger picture, so it doesn’t matter what the decision is, someone’s not going to be happy. Cr Powell hopes the new council representatives will keep a watchful eye on the community’s right to access marine areas and not let paper roads be privatised. Come November 1, Cr Powell says he just plans to “catch his breath”, although he thinks his wife Jenny may have an overseas trip in mind.

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Volunteers put through their paces Safety, first aid, basic public relations and equipment handling were some of the topics covered in a recent training day onboard the Jane Gifford. Since being re-launched as a passenger-carrying vessel on the Mahurangi River in May last year, more than 4000 people have travelled aboard her. Most of her sailings have been charted cruises, for special events. Steering committee chair Dave Parker told a Community Liaison meeting that it was becoming increasingly difficult to book in public sailing days. “We have charter bookings well into January and are expecting a pretty busy summer season,” he says. About 20 volunteers help run the vessel, but more would be welcome. Dave puts ‘enthusiasm’ at the top of the list of attributes that make a Skipper Mark Rothwell (left) with volunteer Nick Schofield during a recent good volunteer. training day. Volunteers come from Hibiscus Coast to Wellsford. “Most of the volunteers have some nautical background, but that’s not kid and has skippered yachts to the interest in the sea and the history essential. It’s more important that islands. He has been volunteering on of the boat,” he says. “The bonus is they are able to work as a team the Jane since she was re-launched that it’s such a beautiful place to go and have some appreciation of the and sailed on her when she was the boating in.” flagship for this year’s Mahurangi Anyone who would like to heritage of the vessel.” volunteer, can contact Dave Parker Volunteer Nick Schofield, of Dairy Regatta. Flat, says he has been “mucking “It’s great fun and you’re mixing on 425 5006 or eventswarkworth@ around on boats” since he was a with people who have the same xtra.co.nz

Pets take centrestage Kaipara Flats Primary School is hoping to raise $10,000 from its annual show day on October 16. The money raised will go towards new ICT equipment for the school, updating their current hardware and software. School principal Cameron Lockie says the day is centred on the pets. “We are only a small school with 83 pupils, but around 20 students are bringing their lambs and around 15 are bringing their calves, so it should be a great show,” he says. Along with the pets there will be fresh produce and garden stalls, bric-a-brac, food stalls and other entertainment. The famous pukeko from the Warkowrth business promotion will also be auctioned. The show day starts at 10am and finishes at 2pm, and will be held at the school grounds. Info: Phone 422 5819

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Commonsense approach sought on RMA consents A group of north Rodney farmers and businessmen are making headway in their attempts to improve how the Resource Management Act is interpreted and implemented. The Landowners and Contractors dust discharge, when crushing damp Protection Association (LCPA, limestone in a secluded situation, such as the middle of a farm, was Lower North) has been formed. Chair Brian Mason says it is envisaged also cited. that a national body may be formed, “One quarry was questioned on in view of the huge response already their explosives handling and storage where no explosives had generated countrywide. “The LCPA is representing a wide been used for more than 30 years.” range of our local community who Mr Mason says the impact of are experiencing difficulties in both these types of issues on the wider gaining and interpreting consents,” community is crippling. he says. “Whether it’s a section “Costs have to be passed on for in town or a large commercial renewing consents, which in the quarry, attempts are being made case of blue metal services becomes to establish guidelines and avenues a further burden on ratepayers. of assistance which haven’t to date “The committee wants common been available.” sense outcomes, based on fairness The group hosted a local Quarry and equity.” Operators Forum last month where Meetings have been held with common concerns were aired along Fonterra management and the with specific cases. ARC Councillor Auckland Council chief executive Christine Rose was present and Doug McKay. Further meetings are noted the many concerns to further scheduled with local and central investigate. Mr Mason says the group government politicians. appreciated Cr Rose’s attendance Committee members are Bruce as no representatives from the Mason, Wendy Watson (secretary), compliance team were present. Gordon Levet, John Turner, He says the meeting highlighted the Gordon Greenwood, Colin Smith, need for a more workable approach Malcolm Smith, Richard Gardner, to issues. Greg McCracken, Neil Jones, Roger “An example was the plan for a Farr and Steve Levet. provision for a 1-in-1000 year flood Subscriptions from local landholders for a local limestone quarry which is are welcome and cost $25. Info: on one of the highest hills above the Phone Wendy on 423 7578 or town. The regulation concerning Colin on 423 7511.

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A problem – half solved By Cheryl Clague, Warkworth branch NZ Society of Genealogists

When interior alterations were made to storage areas in the Warkworth Methodist Church earlier this year, a plastic bag containing some clothing and an old bible was discovered. The bible was found to have many names inscribed within its covers and the few dates entered were for the late 19th and early 20th Century. Most of the names were accompanied by a bible reference and there were a few Chinese characters inscribed as well. As no one seemed able to shed any light on the origin of the bible or the names inscribed therein, it presented a real challenge and one that, hopefully, could be partly solved by searching through the old newspapers. The signature on the first page was that of Rev. A Somerville and dated 1878. The next three pages contained, among many others, the signatures of C. H. Yatman, James Lyall, Grace Stall of China, Robert F. Elder, Charles Reeve, *H. Grattan Guiness, F. Howard Taylor and Mrs Geraldine Taylor. The few dates recorded were 1895 through to 1920. From regional newspapers, it became clear that many of the names belonged to men and women who had come to NZ in order to hold religious revival meetings. Indeed, if the newspaper reports were correct these meetings were very popular, with hundreds turning up, not only in the main centres but also in smaller towns such as Katikati, Timaru and Hokitika. It transpires that the Rev. Dr Alexandra Somerville, the Scottish evangelist, came to New Zealand in

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Mahurangimatters October 2010 | 23 Culture takes centre stage Mahurangi College will host the 18th annual Kaipara Cultural Festival on October 30. The one-day event is an opportunity to showcase the talents of cultural and kapahaka groups in Rodney. In recent years there has been substantial growth in not only the number of groups but the number of participants per group and the standard of performance. Participants will travel form Kaipara College, Whangaparaoa School and Rodney College. Last year the festival merged with the inaugural tribal Ngati Whatua Festival, which may become a bi-annual event. Entry is free and food and drink will be available. Generally, 15 to 20 culture groups from schools and organisations in the Kaipara/Rodney area participate in this event. Mahurangi College and Warkworth Primary School will between them enter up to four groups.

Puhoi cleans up gateway Strong winds and storm forecasts forced the postponement of a recent Puhoi River clean-up by kayak. However, the Puhoi Landcare requested that The NZ Transport Roadside clean-up went ahead Authority look at the tolling where there was a fair turnout of system to see if they can change the locals to help. automatic printing of receipts to a In the afternoon, a crew from Puhoi ‘request for a receipt’ system in the Canoes and local resident Bill hope that it will not only reduce the Marcroft cleaned up behind the State huge waste of ink and paper but also Highway 1 toll booth and along help to eliminate the mountains of the river walkway, adjacent to the receipts surrounding the booth. highway to the tunnels. The NZTA have erected a fence “We collected a trailer load of behind the booths to try to stop rubbish from this area. We are very people using this area as a toilet but concerned about the amount of it seems where there is a will there is rubbish at the toll booth and have still a way.

Student’s effort recognised Mahurangi College year 13 student Alana Webb has been awarded a World Vision Sanitarium Scholarship for coordinating this year’s 40-hour famine at the school. Through her hard work and commitment, she encouraged more than 200 students to participate in the famine and raised more than $7000 for the cause. Alana will travel to Wellington for four days this month where she will meet other scholarship winners and attend a range of activities based around aid organisations and charities. The aim is to inspire global awareness amongst the young leaders. This was the first time Alana had organised the event but has been doing the famine since year seven.

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Apple idea ripens into expanded highway business A plan that has been in the pipeline for five years will become a reality this month, when Kath and Eddie McDermott open the doors of the Cider Shed Café, on SH 1 just north of Warkworth. For the past eight years, the couple new café, as well as Ransom Wines. has operated the business as the Before moving to Warkworth, Dome Valley Orchard. The 4.8 Kath and Eddie ran the Auckland hectare property includes about Transport Company. 2000 fruit trees, gardens, fruit and “This was quite a change and we’ve vegetable shop, and plant nursery. learnt the hard way how to run this “The opening of the café will business. It’s taught us the value provide another outlet for what’s of buying local produce fresh and grown in the garden and orchard, keeping to what’s in season. and sold in the shop,” Kath says. The café is an extension of this “We’re also very excited to be philosophy, as the menu will offer launching the Cider Shed range of fresh local fruit with an emphasis on apple and pear ciders.” apples.” These are being made by Ransom Eddie says the plan was always to winemaker Gabriel Ransom, using make the area a destination for both a blend of several apple and pear locals and visitors. varieties. He says it’s taken a little longer than Gabriel says making the ciders has expected, which wasn’t helped by been a learning experience that a complicated Auckland Regional he has found a lot more labour- Council consenting process, but they are just glad to be finally there. intensive than making wine. He says when making red wine, he The café will be family-friendly with normally crushes about 10 tonnes of a fenced-in outside play area. fruit a day. When making the cider, “There will be drive-through coffee, this was reduced to about one tonne food at affordable prices, and seven of fruit a day. day a week service from 7am to “All in all it’s gone fairly smoothly,” 6pm. he says. “And we’ve got some pretty The café will also be a great place for funky flavours.” functions.” Kath says a number of ciders, not The expansion will also mean an just their own, will be sold from the additional five to seven local jobs.

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Three day walk unveils Kaipara’s secret landscapes Breathtaking scenery and the chance to get off the beaten track are just two of the attractions of a three-day walk at the Kaipara launched this month. K2K (Kaipara to Kaipara) has agreement was reached and the walk been conceived and developed by will run from October to April to two young farming couples whose ensure it does not interfere with the family histories are buried deep in winter lambing programme. the district. Clare and Steve Dill “We also thought it was a good idea and Jen and Shane Hood can count to avoid the duck shooting season!” their connection to the Kaipara in The new walk will be the 26th generations. private walk in New Zealand. “We were looking for a way to generate an income from the farms, Clare says the team found it difficult which also allowed Jen and I to work to get statistics on the interest in locally,” Clare says. “A friend who’d walking in NZ, but the Tora Coastal done the Otago cycle trail got us Walk, near Wellington, which thinking along the lines of a walking opened five years ago, averages around 1500 walkers annually. trail and its snowballed from there.” K2K is a 35km walk, which “There’s not really a business model meanders through farmland, exotic to follow so we’re learning as we go and native forests, the Mt Auckland along.” (Atuanui) Regional Park and along Jen, whose family owns the Mataia the coast. Accommodation along Homestead and has been involved the trek includes the historic Mataia with a large replanting and Homestead at Glorit, a riverside restoration project on the property, farm bach and an eco-lodge. Hot says conservation is an important showers and good cooking facilities element behind the venture. are guaranteed. Jen says K2K “It will support the initiatives crosses land owned by 10 different already started on the farms and landholders so one of the first steps in time, we would like to support in the process was getting the various other landholders along the walk parties to discuss the proposal. to develop their own conservation “Initially, we were looking at a coast projects. The Hoteo Catchment to coast walk but the logistics were a Project is also very close to our hearts challenge,” she says. “We decided to – the Kaipara Harbour is such a start small and not bite off more than significant environment, particularly we could chew in our first year.” its marine and bird life, and we hope Through a series of discussions, the walk will raise people awareness

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as I could about interior design,” Margaret says. “Some customers just come to browse and buy what catches their eye, but sometimes they are looking for advice and I love being able to make some fabric and furnishing suggestions or help them coordinate pieces.” Margaret says the Matakana store will give the business a higher profile in the area. While both stores will carry a similar range of nautical and beach themed furnishings and gift items, they will complement, rather than copy, each other. “We have items for all tastes and all budgets, and cater for customers who are looking for a little something special to add to a room or to those who want to completely re-fit an entire living space. If they want advice, all they have to do is ask.”

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Waioma, the aged care home at Whangateau, has been sold to the SeniorCare Group and its name has changed to Omaha Bay SeniorCare. The Auckland-based group owns, operates and manages five homes, as well as having development interests in retirement villages. Director Chris Holmes says the acquisition of Omaha Bay was a good fit with its business plans in the Auckland area and SeniorCare would now start integrating Omaha Bay with its existing and future facilities. “Future plans for the home are to increase the dementia area and gradually expand the site to take advantage of the coastal setting and the peaceful, country atmosphere,” he says. “There will be some changes to the room configuration as time goes on and a larger activities and conference centre is planned to make use of the substantial land available. “The Warkworth area is not wellserviced in aged care given the large growth the region has experienced. While retirement and medical services have expanded, aged care has not. This is seen as a good opportunity to participate in a niche market and reposition the home to meet the area’s needs.”

The new owners have retained the services of Connie Watts, who has managed the home and its 16 staff for the past four years. Connie is a qualified psychiatric nurse with 35 years experience in mental health and geriatric care. Omaha Bay currently caters for residents aged from 57 to 99 years, although it is licensed for 37. The home includes the only dementia unit between Browns Bay and Kamo. “Omaha Bay is a lovely home, set in beautiful surroundings, where residents are well cared for,” Connie says. “And residents are far from idle, they belong to walking and bowls clubs, others enjoy the local weaving group and some attend the weekly

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The Parsley Pot Café, on Sandspit Road, is already well-known for its fresh, homemade, gluten-free and organic range of healthy food. But now they have expanded their “happy food” philosophy to include a healing room. Café owner Mel Cashmore and healer Sheree Anderson are combining their talents and skills to offer a quiet retreat where people can relax and de-stress. The new centre, which adjoins the café, is called the Thora Dawn Healing Room, in honour of Sheree’s grandmother Thora Dawson. Meditation classes have already started on Wednesday evenings. “The healing room is a place where people can transition to a better place,” Sheree says. She does readings, bach flower

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Warren and Lauren Kitchin may be the new owners of Tahi Lodge, at Snells Beach, but they are hardly new to the world of hospitality. Both have extensive experience in the travel and airline industry – Lauren as a travel consultant and Warren, a chartered accountant, had several senior roles at Air New Zealand, based in Auckland, London and was head of finance at Air Nelson for a stint before setting up a successful aviation consultancy. Family connections with the Olesen family, formerly of Matakana, and summer holidays spent in the Omaha/Kawau area, plus a love of boating and fishing, were the incentives behind their shift from Auckland to Snells Beach. Since the sale became official, the couple have lost no time in introducing themselves to other

local tourism operators and they are keen to join the key industry groups such as Warkworth iSITE, Matakana Coast Wine Country and Warkworth Businesses Association. “We want to work with other operators to help raise the profile of what we all have to offer,” Warren says. “There’s tonnes of potential and I see opportunities to link with the Bay of Islands as either a second destination out of Auckland or a destination en route.” Warren says the region is also wellplaced to market itself as a corporate retreat, which might help smooth out some of the seasonal highs and lows. Warren says Tahi offers three suites, with stunning views across Kawau Bay. The five-year-old lodge was formerly owned by Derek and Jean Drysdale and is ideally suited to cater for special events.

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Good interior design creates a tranquil atmosphere in the home, where there is harmony and balance, according to Deb Crowe, who has opened Board & Batten Interior Design at Matakana. “Rooms should feel comfortable to live in where furniture, ornaments, photos and artwork don’t intrude, but just feel like they are in the right place,” she says. Located where Signs for Two Brothers once operated, opposite Green Road, Deb says she is nervous but excited to be launching her new interior design business. “I fell in love with the location, the first time I saw it. I’ve converted the workshop, next to the house, into a workspace, which will give people a chance to drop in, talk about their projects and get a feel for what I do. I enjoy the challenges of any job.” Although Deb grew-up in Titirangi, she has lead a nomadic life since leaving home at 16. “When I left school, jobs weren’t hard to get. That’s how I became a nurse – I just walked into the Kaitaia Hospital, asked for a job and started the next day.” She went on to train as a theatre nurse, spending about 12 years in the north. In the 1980s, Deb ran the Great Barrier Lodge, at

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Whangaparapara and then joined a commercial fishing boat crew. This was followed by 10 years in the trade/ importing side of the design industry before she opened her own homestaging company in Auckland. “While a person’s budget obviously determines what I can do for them, good design is not limited by budget. It’s more about ideas and if someone doesn’t have a lot of money to spend, then it’s about using what they have to their best advantage. “People today are moving away from the minimalist look, preferring something individual that reflects who they are and their lifestyles.”

Ownership of one of the area’s most recognisable businesses, Gubbs Motors, has passed down a generation. Kevin Jones, and wife Robyn, are now major shareholders with Kevin’s aunt Pixie Jones who, along with her late husband Peter, bought the business from the Gubbs family in 1976. Gubbs employs 30 permanent and part-time staff, from drivers and mechanics to office personnel. Its fleet of 28 vehicles, which ranges from 14-seater vans to 53-seater coaches, is most commonly seen on the local school runs. However, its coaches also provide a tour and event service, and its workshop repairs everything from trucks and diggers to fishing boats and private vehicles. Kevin, who has worked as a mechanic in the workshop for more than 20 years, says he is not planning

any major changes at this early stage. He says the NZ tour market has slowed considerably since the recession, so he hopes to compensate by promoting the coach service to local clubs and organisations. “We can tailor itineraries to suit what the customer wants, whether it’s a day-trip or a three week tour of the South Island,” he says. “The coaches are some of the most comfortable on the market with reclining seats, DVD players and heating and cooling systems.” Clifford Carlyle Gubb started the company with a mail cartage service on horseback in 1903, covering Port Albert, Tauhoa, Kaipara Flats, Wharehine and Warkworth. Its first depot was in Queen Street, Warkworth, before moving to lower Percy St. Gubbs shifted to its present location in Hudson Road in 1995.

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In a lather – $18,000 ono Matakana Essentials, a natural soap and body care business, based in Matakana, has been running for five years. It has an established website, know how and recipes, existing essential and base oils, as well as contacts and suppliers.

– $59,000 + stock Mrs Jones in Warkworth is the original and iconic retro antique store that has a wide range of products including retro homeware, NZ contemporary art and objects, clothing and other unique offerings. The shop sources well-priced unique local and New Zealand items alongside functional and distinctive pieces from overseas.

– $360,000 ono Established for some 25 years it’s become a must-stop for travellers, truckies; in fact anybody heading north or south through Wellsford. The business includes a threebedroom house above the shop and operates on a three shift, 24 hour basis. Turnover will be warranted at $18,000 per week and a new lease will be drawn up for a new owner.

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Rodney bows out by disbursing community grants In one of its last duties as a municipal authority, Rodney District Council allocated nearly $50,000 to community groups and organisations serving the Northern Ward, as well as the greater Rodney district. The grants were allocated from the discovery kits and other science the band members for performances; programme development; Jane ‘small grants’ category, representing based learning tools; Mahurangi Wellsford Pool Management Gifford Restoration Trust $1000 to amounts of less than $10,000. West Hall and Reserve $2000 to $1000 for the replacement of the produce a promotional video telling Larger grants are still be announced. install a kitchen at the Mahurangi shade/shelter at the swimming pool the life history of the sailing scow The following community grants West Hall; North Rodney Blue complex; Wellsford Promotions the Jane Gifford; Multiple Sclerosis were ratified at an extraordinary Light Ventures $3,000 for the Blue Group $1000 to erect in the main Society of Auckland and the North Light Day Reward and Leadership streets of Wellsford and Te Hana on Shore $640 towards the costs meeting on September 23: Albertlanders 150 Celebration Camp outdoor activities, travel existing light poles, banner holders of Rodney District Field Worker Committee $500 for celebration costs, food and camp costs; Port and banners to promote events such Salary; New Zealand Team Sailing expenses; Albertland Pony Club Albert Cemetery Trustees $500 as, Push Play week, Xmas, Easter, Association $2864 Partial funding $1000 to purchase more cross to refurbish historic headstones ANZAC, and the Rugby World to assist the successful running of country jumps to extend the and graves, remove old concrete Cup; Mahurangi College $5000 the 2011 Secondary Schools Team cross country course to full size; between some graves and update to change current parking area to Sailing National Championships. Homebuilders Family Services, cemetery sign at entrance; Puhoi a section for the students to eat Money to cover hire of marquee, Warkworth $3000 to run four new Sports Club $500 to purchase a their lunch, play board games or hire of Mahurangi East community accommodation and courses for people under stress – set of match quality soccer balls, just sit and chat. Money is needed Centre, soccer goals and a club sound system to cover the costs to pave current meals for 16 officials, travel for couples communication and skills with portable speakers and cordless parking spaces, provide seating and race officials, boat hire and fuel for for positive living; microphones; Puhoi Volunteer plant trees and erect shade sails; Kaipara Flats Tennis Club $2000 Rural Fire Force $500 to prepare Puhoi Community Forum $500 boats; North Harbour Pony Club to upgrade equipment (tennis nets and paint the fire station sheds and for the Riverside Walkway Project Silverdale $800 towards purchase portable, tennis nets fixed, portable containers; Rodney College $500 to cover costs associated with the of the Breakaway Cups to hold hockey goals) and essential court to purchase four new computers initial design stages of the Puhoi showjumping events as required maintenance and coaching; Leigh and a printer for school careers Boardwalk; Epilepsy Association of by NZ Pony Club Association; Community Preschool $1000 room; Springboard Community NZ $640 to ensure communication Parents Inc $2000 to provide seven to upgrade the playground to Works $3301 for a sound system between field officer and clients Rodney District secondary schools bring it in line with current safety and generator, to run fun and safe in the Rodney District as well as with Attitude presentations that standards including shadesails community dance and DVD nights; ensuring that volunteers from the teach life-skills, to help teenagers and landscaping; Mahurangi Warkworth & District Museum Rodney District can also assist in make life-enhancing choices and Christian Community Trust $2000 to purchase a scanner and this role. Money is needed to cover build their self-esteem; Rodney $200 to continue the furnishing of computer to digitize photographic postage and printing of newsletters Neighbourhood Support $1333 recreation room; Mahurangi East collection for easy storage and and information sheets, travel costs of for ongoing service provision for Tennis Club $1500 to purchase retrievability, a power point projector field officer and volunteer expenses; state insurance, WOF, Motor Vehicle a replacement printer/copier and and laptop computer to be used at Hestia Rodney Womens Refuge licence, and Fuel consumption replacement toner for newsletters community meetings and a new $5000 to appoint a professional for one year; Arapohue Bush and keep membership fees down; photocopier; Warkworth Athletics programme developer and trainer to Camp Trust, Windy Ridge Boys Mahurangi Kindergarten $1500 Club $1000 to purchase equipment develop a comprehensive parenting Farm $3000 to improve bathroom is extending session times and needs for club and make a contribution to programme designed specifically facilities so that any child with a designated lunch tables and chairs. the Mahurangi Community Sport for mothers and their children who physical disability be given the same Additional resources are needed, project; Warkworth Brass Band have experienced family violence. chance to join the literacy programs including magnetism kits, electricity $1000 to purchase new music for Money will also go towards the without being disadvantaged.

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Packed programme for World Cup targets identified Leigh Preschool gala Dallas the balloon making clown, bouncy castles, face painting, cake and Devonshire tea stalls plus much more will be happening at the annual Leigh Preschool gala on Sunday, October 24. Head teacher Carmel Simmonds says it’s a family-orientated day with a laid back atmosphere. “We want families to come along and have a relaxing, fun day for their Labour Weekend Sunday,” she says. Other entertainment on the day includes a sausage sizzle, garage sale, bric-a-brac and plant and produce stalls, the famous seafood raffles supported Leigh Fisheries, lucky dips and an auction with an array of items up for grabs. Money raised from the gala day will towards upgrading the outdoor play area. Donations for the garage sale and bric-a-brac stalls are needed. Contact Carmel at the Preschool on: 422 6513. The gala will be held in the school grounds and at the Leigh Hall, from Dallas will be clowning around at 9am to 1pm. the Leigh gala.

Preparations for the Rugby World Cup so far include investigating the possibility of establishing temporary campervan sites in Rodney (an idea which was abandoned), planning district-wide “legacy gardens” and identifying high profile open spaces that could be used for themed gardens. A regional community engagement programme has also been agreed upon and will include schools programmes, Rippa Rugby and Adopt a Second Team. Sites have been identified as suitable for hanging street pole banners and banners have been ordered. These initiatives are among those contained in a Rugby World Cup progress report presented to Rodney

District Council last month at the request of councillors. The plans include four “legacy projects” identified for funding – Business Box (already underway), parks and reserves, transport and environmental sustainability. Key transport areas identified include local requirements for a moratorium on road works, traffic management and temporary parking and sustainable transport for events. To date nearly $102,000 has been spent on Rugby World Cup items, $80,400 of which is a contribution to the region-wide coordination of activities, coordinated by Auckland City Council.

Cycle trails boost Prime Minister John Key has approved five more cycle trails as part of the New Zealand Cycle Trail project. The Government has now committed $45.6 million in funding for 18 cycle trails that will take cyclists through more than 2000km of some of New Zealand’s most iconic and picturesque country. The new trails are from the Bay of Islands to Hokianga, Hauraki Plains, Pathway of Fire, The Old Ghost Road, and Roxburgh Gorge.

Big plans underway for Rugby World Cup in north Rodney Plans are underway in Matakana for next year’s Rugby World Cup, now less than 12 months away. Event organiser Martin Dancy doesn’t want to give too much away, but says something “big” is on the drawing-board. “We are planning something that will promote the area’s heritage and culture, while at the same time promoting the Matakana Coast region,” he says. Meanwhile, Warkworth iSITE has already had

two enquiries from overseas rugby fans looking for accommodation. iSITE volunteer Sue Truscott says it is probably still a bit early to expect too many enquiries yet. Rodney District Council will spend $1.2 million over three years on Rugby World Cup projects. For the financial year ending in June this year, Council had spent $101,800 on advertising and printing, professional services, and grants.

Other projects being funded from the RWC budget include the Puhoi to Pakiri tourism survey, Business Box workshops, an investigation of temporary campervan sites and four festivals including one in Warkworth.

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Wenderholm house takes walk down memory lane As part of the Auckland Heritage Festival, which this year has the theme ‘History through a House’, Couldrey House at Wenderholm Regional Park came to life last month. On September 18, the doors of the then be opened by volunteers each historic homestead were thrown weekday from 1pm–4pm for the open and layers of history were second week of the school holidays revealed with displays that showed (until October 10) and thereafter changes in the ‘lifestyles’ of the six from 1pm–4pm each weekend. successive families who lived there Info: www.historiccouldreyhouse.co.nz from 1857 to 1973. Costumed guides demonstrated bygone times and a ‘Time Trail’ sheet was provided for children to enhance their visit. The displays were organised by the Friends of Couldrey House, and as a bonus the Auckland Regional Council sponsored a complementary ranger-guided walk through the garden and park. The Couldrey House Heritage Festival showcase will continue on October 1–3, each afternoon from 1pm–4pm. Couldrey House will

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Earthquake prompts generous response Students and teachers from around the Mahurangi district have been quick to respond to the plight of schools affected by the Christchurch earthquake. They have staged a number of fundraising events, everything from mufti days to dress-up days. Students from Matakana Primary School held a crazy head day where the students turned up in any sort of silly head attire, from hats, wigs and face paint. Two senior students from Wellsford Primary School organised a gold coin donation and encouraged students and teachers to write sympathy cards to Christchurch East School, which is a similar size to Wellsford. A total of 273 cards were posted along with a donation of $258, with the suggestion that the money be used to buy the children an ice cream. Mahurangi College had a gold coin mufti day and raised around $1100 for the cause. Thousands of students have had their studies disrupted by the 7.1 earthquake. Matakana School principal Darrel Goosen joins in the fundraiser.

Super Postcodes remain Postcodes will become more critical to the delivery of Auckland mail following the change to the super city structure. New Zealand Post addressing manager Geoff Pearce says that the current city names of Manukau, North Shore City and Waitakere in postal addresses will be replaced by Auckland from November 1. For example, Henderson, Waitakere, becomes Henderson, Auckland and Takapuna, North Shore City, becomes Takapuna, Auckland. Mr Pearce says existing postcodes will not change as they are based on postal sorting and delivery zones. “With the multitude of streets duplicated across the new Auckland, it’s going to be even more important that people use the correct postcode so that we know where they want mail to go to,” he says. Under the postcode system there are no duplicate streets or addresses within an urban postcode boundary.

Hospice home tour showcases top houses in Leigh district Registrations are open for the Hospice Homes Tour, which will give ticket holders access to some of the most character-filled houses in and around Leigh on November 7. This is the first time a homes tour has been held in the Leigh area and it promises to be one of the best yet. Several of the houses are local landmarks and a couple could even be called controversial. All have the

‘wow’ factor – whether by location, architecture or interior design – and none could be described as bland. Members of the Warkworth Floral Art Group will display floral arrangements in some of the houses and tour-goers will be invited to see more of their art by calling in to the Matakana Hall, where the club is hosting the Auckland area Designer of the Year show that weekend.

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Rodney arts fund now in Auckland Council’s coffers Rodney District Council’s plan to make $277,000 available to the Hibiscus Coast’s artists has been scuppered, after a recommendation not to proceed was made by the Auckland Transition Agency (ATA). Faced with the prospect of losing the noted, was accepted by Councillors. $636,000 currently in the Auckland To provide some surety as to the Regional Services Trust fund to future use of the fund, reference has Auckland, Council had hoped to been made in a report to Auckland disburse the Hibiscus Coast’s share Council that the funds should be prior to the change in governance separately apportioned between and place the amount allocated to the Hibiscus Coast subdivision of the Western, Central and Northern the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board Wards into a special reserve fund that and the Rodney Ward, based on would transfer to the new Council. population. It was also noted that However, a letter from ATA advisors while the Auckland Council and/ Grant Taylor and Colin Dale or the Local Board may review how presented to Council’s strategy and the funds are administered, the community committee meeting on existing arrangement of disbursing September 16 states that although the interest only on an annual basis the ATA cannot legally prevent in consultation with local Arts Council from this course of action, Councils should continue. it considers it inappropriate so close Rodney Community Arts Council to the change in governance. spokesperson Natalie Fuge says “The ATA does not consider it that the decision is disappointing, appropriate or necessary for the but a reasonable outcome in the Council to make arrangements circumstances. for the permanent distribution “We still have huge doubts about of this fund at this point in time, these funds ever coming our way, purely as a result of the impending because it’s now in Auckland reorganisation,” the letter states. Council’s hands,” Mrs Fuge says. The Transition Agency’s suggestion “It’s frustrating that we lobbied that Council’s share of the ARST Council about it for around 18 fund be “ring fenced” as a special months, and they didn’t do anything reserve fund, with its specific purpose until it was too late.”

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Tena ra koutou katoa (greetings) A significant boost to our local economy saw 18 new employment opportunities established last week for our Youth (16 – 24) at Te Hana Te Ao Marama. The jobs were created through a partnership between Ministry of Social Department (WINZ) and the Te Hana Community Development Charitable Trust to bring to just over 30 the number of people employed at the trust in various roles. Our community at the moment is still reeling from the effects of financial and employment downturn, while a number of small to medium retail operators have also closed their doors in Wellsford recently. The Te Hana – Te Ao Marama project will be a glimmer of hope for our community, eventually employing up to 120 in the areas of management, administration, retail, hospitality, security, tourism, and cultural performance. At least a further 120 indirect employment opportunities will also eventuate as the project moves towards completion. The Te Hana Trust has been looking at ways to retain community members, either through up-skilling training programs or part-time and fulltime employment initiatives, whereby there are currently up to 80 students studying in various courses. Another one of its innovative ideas is a multi– government agency approach in information sharing workshops in its newly planned ‘Indigenous Information Centre’. A number of discussions have taken place with key stakeholders that will see Te Hana as a tourism gateway and destination, promoting the wider Northland and Auckland regions through the Indigenous Information Centre. Planning is also underway for opening the marae complex. There is still a lot of work to be done in this area, but the Trust is confident that an announcement will be made soon. You may have also noticed when travelling past Te Hana, that the palisade (tu wata wata) is being constructed along with landscaping around the project area. Exciting times for our community. Fundraising invitation So, whanau, here is an opportunity to be part of our history in the making. The Trust is inviting its community to be part of a ‘buy a brick’ (plaque) that will be displayed in its dining hall (whare kai). The cost is $100, so if you have made a pledge or wish to make a pledge be in quick as there are only a limited number of spaces available. Contact Maryann on 423 9566 or call in at the Ahi Kaa Art Gallery, Te Hana. Until then, mauri ora.

Red Nose Day returns Cure Kids, in association with Paper Plus Group, is bringing back Red Nose Day – bigger and better than ever before – with the aim of raising $1 million to help fund research into life-threatening childhood illnesses affecting Kiwi kids. Cure Kids’ goal is to reach every Kiwi in the land and create a sea of red come November 19 through the sale of red noses, badges, wristbands, car noses and jaffas. The event is being supported by Paper Plus, Cadbury, Greenstone Energy (Shell service stations) and Rotary. Activities taking place will include a school art competition and family fun day, morning teas and a street collection on November 19. Info: www.curekids.org.nz/rednoseday (from October 14).

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Rodney District Council granted resource consent to the Warkworth Lions Club craft and produce markets early last month, ending a lengthy process. Market organiser John Frogley (pictured) said that although it had been a bit of a rigmarole, the club was grateful to have the consent and appreciated Council waiving the $2000 fee. Although interest from stallholders has quietened over winter, John says there are 28 stallholders booked in for this month’s market on October 10 and he expects this number to increase to at least 40 by the time January rolls around. Market days are held on the second Sunday of the month. Info: John Frogley 09 422 3067.

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Croquet lease approved The Warkworth and Districts Croquet Club has been granted a five year lease over a portion of the Point Wells Recreation Reserve. The reserve was previously owned and operated by a trust but was transferred to the Rodney District Council in 2008, then vested and classified as recreation reserve. The Croquet Club has occupied the reserve since 1984, but has not held a formal lease for more than 10 years.

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Future industrial land demand investigated Areas in Rodney that Rodney District Council deems appropriate for future industrial use were identified in a document released by Council last month. Unlike Council’s recently adopted land, mainly centred in Silverdale, Rural Strategy, the Rodney Industrial Warkworth and Kumeu-Huapai. Land Strategy has not been through a Most of the land is already identified process of public consultation and is, in structure plans adopted by according to assistant chief executive Council, with the exception of the Warren Maclennan, to provide draft Silverdale West Structure Plan. pointers and a factual resource for When the document was presented Auckland Council. to Council, Cr Wayne Walker The document pulls together expressed concern regarding industrial information from existing structure development in Silverdale West, plans for Rodney’s main settlements, saying this could lead to “wall to wall as well as economic reports and industry at the gateway to Orewa”. projections, giving an overview of the district’s industrial land needs “The Weiti Estuary is already silted and the infrastructure that will be and polluted and this is a shameful legacy of Council,” Cr Walker said. required to support it. Council’s projections indicate that “Before there is any further expansion, there will be demand in Rodney for we need to clean up our act.” approximately 234ha of industrial Mr Maclennan says the next stage land over the next 20 years, 200ha for the Industrial Land Strategy of which is expected to be required would normally be to seek public on the Hibiscus Coast. Currently, feedback, but instead the document there is around 68ha of vacant land will go forward to Auckland Council to inform future strategies. in industrial zoned areas. The Industrial Land Strategy identifies “Auckland Council may well consult a further 386ha, of as yet unzoned on it further,” Mr Maclennan says.

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Warkworth speaker talks Crystal Clear Window Coating straight to teenagers Blocks 99%+ of Harmful UV Helping teenagers and parents get along better is the aim of a public talk in the Mahurangi College Hall on October 28. Speaker Keith Vaughan will talk about real situations and how they were resolved, and will give his audience the tools to bring issues out in the open and deal with them while respecting everyone’s dignity. He emphasises that developing good relationships with teenagers begins when the children are small, and suggests that parents, teachers and coaches of children aged five to 18 attend the talk. Teenagers are also encouraged to come along and learn new ways to negotiate with their parents and teachers. Keith is a former secondary school Keith Vaughan teacher who now helps employers out in the open and fixed, not and managers resolve conflicts avoided. with staff. In 15 years of teaching, Keith brings to his talk a where he held leadership positions, combination of lessons learnt he developed skills to deal with from fatherhood, secondary school challenging situations. teaching, coaching school sports He says his policy is to be ruthless teams, directing holiday camps for with standards, but gracious with school children, refereeing football, people – and it’s a focus that is just budget advising and employment as effective in families as in business. law. “There is a need to move away The talk is in the Mahurangi from a command and control way College Hall on Thursday, October of dealing with people,” Keith says. 28, from 7pm to 8.30pm. Entry is “It doesn’t work with teenagers and by gold coin donation, there will probably won’t work with most be spot prizes and refreshments will be provided. The event is a adults either. Keith was born in South Africa collaboration between Warkworth and taught there for five years Wellsford Hospice and Mahurangi before moving to NZ. He says that College PTA. Info: Phone Lesley at growing up during the apartheid Hospice House on 425 9535.

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Matthew Snedden and Jessica Lange gearing up for the World Archery Championship.

Luncheon awards The Kourawhero branch of Rural Women New Zealand will hold its Woman’s Community Volunteer Awards luncheon at the Warkworth RSA on October 12. “We have a very talented group of nominees,” president Maureen Phillips says. “The judges have a challenging task ahead of them.” Guest speaker at the luncheon will be Stockyard Falls developer Neil Barr. Entry is by ticket only and these are available at Warkworth i-SITE and Market Provedores at Snells Beach. Enquires to president Maureen 425 8426 or secretary Noreen 425 7783.

Callandra Field has her sights set on umpiring at international level, and is well on her way having recently passed her NZ Theory exam.

Student sets umpiring goal Many would think it’s a thankless task being a netball umpire, yet Whangaparaoa College student Callandra Field would disagree. The 17-year old has been interested in becoming an umpire for the past four years, after initially taking Junior Theory classes to help her develop as a player. Last month she won the North Harbour Netball’s President’s Cup for best collegiate umpire. “The more you know about the rules, the better you play,” Callandra says. “As an umpire, you control the game, and working hard to get it right is very rewarding.” Recently Callandra received her NZ Theory, which means she is now being selected to umpire games at National Provincial Championship level.

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Mahurangi College Archery Club students Matthew Snedden, 16, and Jessica Lange, 17, will fly to Florida this month to represent New Zealand in the 2010 World Archery Championship. More than 2000 competitors from all over the world including Australia, Canada, US, South Africa and Europe will be competing. Matthew, who has been practising archery for four years, will shoot in the senior boys division. He became interested in the sport after going bow hunting and has encouraged his younger brothers to start. Jessica will compete in the senior girls division. Her grandparents are former shooters and she became interested when she discovered the college had a club. Both say that to be a good archer takes strong mental skills and dedication. They train at the school four times a week, with each session an hourand-a-half to two hours long. Both Matthew and Jessica have goals to be the best shooters they can. Matthew and Jessica have been granted a travel allowance of $6800 from NASP – Nation Archery Skills Programme. They thanked Carol Watson of NASP NZ for all her assistance.

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Surfer’s storm through competition at Tawharanui A hardy group of Rodney surfer’s took to the waves last month to compete in the Omaha Boardriders Cold Water Classic. In gale force winds nearly 40 surfers competed in four divisions in a semi-sheltered spot at Anchor Bay at Tawharanui. Contest organisers

Rhys Powell and Matt Hunt said despite the strong winds, Anchor Bay provided the best surf on the coast that day and surfers and supporters were lucky the rain held off. Leigh’s Andrew Reid was the standout surfer winning the shortboard division and making the finals of the

Longboard division. Omaha Boardriders thanked supporters Corona, BCK Accountants, Matakana Super Foods, O’Neill, Steve Jones Plumbing and Andy Hays’ Mahurangi Oysters. Results: Under 14 Girls – Chantelle Maher 1, Ana Ross 2, Ashley Maher

3. Under 14 Boys – Fraser Falconer 1. Stand-up paddleboard – Ramen Patel 1, Clinton Toi 2, Mark Jackson 3. Open shortboard – Andrew Reid 1, Kevin Stanley-Hunt 2, Brendan Reid 3. Open longboard – Richard Calder 1, Jason Durrant 2, Chevene Bambury 3.

Omaha lifesaving club juniors prepare to take the plunge It may not quite feel like summer, but juniors will be back on the beach at Omaha later this month. The Omaha Surf Lifesaving Club is holding a registration day on Sunday October 24, at 10am, and the first training day will be on October 30. The tadpoles section caters for children under seven, while the A, B and C group caters for seven to 13 year olds.

Junior surf coordinator Gera Verheul says junior surf is about developing tomorrow’s lifeguards and opening up a whole new world to children.

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Community helps capture intelligence Equestrian potential investigated Several community agencies in Rodney are helping capture valuable intelligence (intel) for police. Community Probation Service, Rodney District Council, security companies and community patrols are all in the loop. “Police and probation officers are often interested in the same people. It was logical we work together to find them,” says Senior Sergeant Phil Paratene, area supervisor for Rodney. He says monthly tasking and coordination meetings provide the perfect forum for sharing information. “Areas like Rodney – with its mix of urban and rural locations – have unique challenges and communication is the key to meeting them. Senior Sergeant Phil Paratene. “Electronic communication is fine but it’s face to face discussions, prepared by the intelligence unit. patrols, Rural Post employees and listening to staff and visiting their A fortnightly newsletter, night workers such as newspaper, work place that gets buy in. Community Crime Focus, is bread and milk delivery staff. “We have visited rural stations to also sent out to Rodney security “These people are the eyes and explain the intelligence and tasking companies. It includes information ears for police. If they have the process and look at ways we can on burglary, motor vehicle thefts information relating to who or what improve it.”. and theft from cars. Recipients are we are looking for, they are more than willing to participate and interact. Staff have recently taken the encouraged to provide feedback. intelligence message to community Senior Sgt Paratene says the “It’s definitely a two-way street. patrols as well. Patrollers attend newsletter distribution is likely to be We get good intelligence and the shift briefings and are tasked weekly widened to include Neighbourhood community gets a sense of how we’re through directed patrol reports, Support coordinators, community working to make Rodney safer.”

Heroic help for hospice Scouts are out looking for gay gardens with an edge to take part in next year’s Heroic Gardens Festival. The popular Auckland-wide garden show will be held on March 5 and 6 and proceeds will benefit all Auckland hospices. Next year’s event will mark the 15th anniversary of the festival. Last year more than 17,000 people visited festival gardens and $51,500 was raised for hospice. Organisers are keen to have some new and exciting gardens to build on what has become a strong brand of gardens with a difference. Last year two gardens in Whangaparaoa were included in the programme. Info: Heroic Gardens organising team email info@heroicgardens.org.nz

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The equine sector has been identified as a major contributor to Rodney’s economy and the Rodney Economic Development Trust is working on developing its potential. REDT is working with equestrian communities and equine businesses to identify and develop opportunities. A spokesperson says given the size and diversity of the sector in Rodney, REDT is keen to nurture an holistic approach and foster collaboration. “This will not only benefit the sport in its widest sense, but also communities at large,” she says. The equestrian working group proposed for an initial project, the current privately owned Woodhill Sands Equestrian Centre (WSEC) could become publicly owned through a not-for-profit society. “This project will be a great starting point for collaborating and ‘putting equestrian on the map’ as an industry of significance to our economy.” REDT has carried out a questionnaire with users of WSEC, which will help towards developing a high level business case to assess the viability of the proposal and potential political support. If the high level business case stacks up, a detailed business case will be developed to seek funding support. Info: Contact Leanna at REDT or visit www.bizrodney.com

Business advice A Finance Investment and Export Week, organised by the Rodney Economic Development Trust, is due to be held this month. REDT is asking anyone interested in attending to register their interest. The event will include workshops, presentations, seminars and expert advice. The cost is $59 for the entire week of events. Topics will include the viability of new inventions and products (‘dragon’s den’ style with a panel of experts), exporting, closing a sale, making money from the web, raising captial, starting a business, intellectual property, competitive advantage, business taxes and online services, pitching to potential investors, an entertaining marketing special, and more.

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More than 300 medical procedures have been undertaken at the Rodney Surgical Centre, in Morrison Drive Warkworth, since it opened in October last year. General manager Kate Wilson says changes in public and privately funded healthcare, coupled with a global recession have made it a challenging time, not only as a new facility but for any health care provider. “Despite the challenges, the Rodney centre has started to lay the foundations to build a robust and competitive health care facility,” she says. “We are very proud of the facilities and services we are providing, which are on a par with anything you would find in Auckland.” Kate says the aim of the centre remains to improve access to private and public surgical services in the Rodney and Kaipara districts, through working closely with local district health boards, primary care General manager Kate Wilson. and specialists to provide easily with an additional two respected finding it convenient to have the eye surgery and plastic surgery. accessed, high quality services. Kate says the endoscopy service is a endoscopists, who currently receive surgery performed locally. The centre currently has two statediagnostic procedure that is helping and take referrals away from the A small team of 10 dedicated of-the-art operating rooms – with a in the early detection of cancers. It local area, regarding providing their clinical and administrative staff runs third planned as demand increases – the centre. This includes a number is being well supported by GPs and services locally.” a procedure room and an endoscopy The centre is also becoming the of well-respected theatre nurses with referrals are continuing to grow. service. A range of specialists hold centre of choice for a growing particular interest and experience in clinics or undertake procedures at “We have increased our endoscopy number of cataract operations, endoscopy, cataract and day surgery the centre including gynaecology, sessions from four to seven a month, and are presently in discussions with older residents, in particular, continued page 46

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services who between them, have more than 30 years of day surgery experience. Kate says the centre’s next 12 months will be a period of consolidation and growth. “The capital investment has been done and we have identified our core business. “We will continue to develop relations with Waitemata District Health Board and ACC to promote our services and secure increased funding for the provision of clinical services locally. We will also be looking to strengthen and utilise existing relationships with medical specialists and primary care to further grow clinical activity and attract new specialists.” Kate says the centre is proud of its achievements thus far, including the recent announcement that its application for a clinical services contract with ACC was successful, starting last month through to June next year. “The Rodney centre is one of only a

few new providers accepted by ACC this financial year. “As well, we recently undertook a voluntary comprehensive audit by independent agency Telarc Quality Health and provisional certification has been awarded by the Ministry of Health. “Formal certification demonstrates our commitment to quality, productivity and patient satisfaction. Patients and specialists can now be confident in our ability to deliver services to a high standard, which consistently meet their requirements.” Kate says that while there is a sense of support from key service managers within Waitemata District Health Board for local access to public healthcare for the Rodney and Kaipara area, no outsourcing of clinical contracts has been made available as yet. The centre has been approved to provide clinical services to WDHB as an accredited facility, on their ACC contract.

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Local services at Rodney Surgical Centre are going very well, according to Northland Plastic Surgery’s David Crabb. Mr Crabb says regular plastic surgical procedures are being performed that are able to be done under day-case conditions. “Plans are afoot to extend the service for longer stays and to make a larger range of procedures available to the local community,” he says. Mr Crabb, who is a founding member of the New Zealand Foundation for Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, has recently established a breast reconstructive service and skin cancer reconstruction service. Both are going well, he says. He has a longstanding interest in skin cancer prevention, which is incorporated into his practice as are the opportunities for patients to A growing number of day-case conditions are being treated at the centre. access the latest developments from research endeavours. “We hope the Rodney Surgical Centre when discussing referral.” “We are providing a comprehensive Mr Crabb says the service is being will continue to grow in importance service for plastics with very positive well supported by local general and be a focus for continuing medical feedback. Patients are advised to practitioners, both in terms of education and be an on going stimulus for local practitioner involvement.” consult with their general practitioner referrals and after care.

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Swine flu winding down The number of people identified as having Influenza H1N1 (or swine flu) is steadily falling, as the flu season winds down, and the outbreak has been similar to last year’s, according to Ministry of Health data. The latest figures show that NZ- others in your community. wide there have 690 hospitalisations Other protective measures include: of laboratory-confirmed cases yy Know the symptoms of influenza, of pandemic influenza H1N1, which can include a high fever, including four people with headache, cough, sore throat, confirmed H1N1 currently in tiredness and generally aching all intensive care. over. So far this year, a total of 103 people yy Phone for medical advice quickly with confirmed H1N1 have been (call your GP or Healthline admitted to intensive care. on 0800 611 116) if you have In the year to date, the deaths of 18 influenza-like symptoms. New Zealanders have been linked yy Antiviral medication may lessen to swine flu, 14 of which have been the severity and length of your confirmed by the coroner as being illness, but is best started within due to swine flu. the first 48 hours. Antiviral This is described by a Ministry medication is currently available of spokesperson as a slight free of charge for people who improvement on last year, where are prescribed it for influenza there were 17 deaths where swine flu treatment. was identified as the primary cause. yy Seeking early medical advice is The Ministry advises that it is still especially important for women important to seek medical advice who are pregnant, severely early, particularly for people with overweight people and those underlying medical conditions as with conditions such as asthma, they are at greater risk of a more diabetes, cancer, heart and lung severe illness. disease and other conditions including autoimmune diseases. If you have flu-like symptoms, phoning your doctor before you go yy Wash and dry hands frequently, cover coughs and sneezes and stay in can help them manage your care home if you are sick. and prevent spread of the virus to

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Joss Myers tries out some of the equipment that will be on display at the RSA.

RSA hosts expo for elderly Seniors in the Mahurangi area are invited to attend an Open Day at the Warkworth RSA on November 9. Welfare officer Joss Myers says that following on from the success of a similar event held last year, the RSA is hosting an expo of products and services designed specifically for older residents. She says there will be talks and demonstrations by at least

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15 different providers. These include NZ relay, Aged Concern, St John, Yes Ability, Warkworth Croquet, Summerset Falls, WINZ and BUPA. “Given the recent earthquake in Christchurch, we are also hoping to have a civil defence presence and talk,” Joss says. The Open Day will be held upstairs at the RSA, from 12 noon to 3pm.

The fifth annual Warkworth 5km walk for the Heart Foundation will be held on November 7, starting from Shoesmith Domain at 10am. Joining walkers this year will be Mayor Penny Webster and husband Malcolm. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children aged 15 years and under, and $20 per family. Entries are available from Not Just Hats, Push Play (Ph 425 6649), Curves, i-SITE Warkworth and Orewa Care Chemist.

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Getting heart health in ship shape order is the focus of a unique workplace wellness programme developed by the Heart Foundation and KiwiRail, which was recognised on World Heart Day last month. Interislander’s general manager Thomas Davis says encouraging employers to help their employees understand their heart health risk, as well as other health factors, is hugely important. “ShipShape Hearts has stimulated our staff to take more responsibility for their health,” he says. The Heart Foundation with the University of Auckland has developed www.knowyournumbers.co.nz to help understand heart health. The foundation says understanding your heart age is key to having a healthy, younger heart for life. The foundation’s new Know Your Numbers website, similar to the cardio risk assessments carried out at KiwiRail, has been key to helping people understand their heart age and the lifestyle changes they need to make.

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It is a very confusing world out there! One week something can be good for you, the next week it’s bad… and then perhaps there is a renaissance and it’s good all over again. Take calcium for example. It’s been in the news recently following the release of a recent study about calcium and heart health. The study showed that excess calcium in the body may increase the build up of plaques on artery walls, raising the risk of heart attack. Calcium is an essential element in the human body, with many different roles, but best known as being a vital component of strong healthy bones. This need for plenty of calcium in our bones has been the main reason people have taken calcium supplementation over the years. In the Western diet, dairy produce has been far and away the biggest dietary source of calcium, although of course there are other calcium containing foods in our diet. For example, fish – particularly small bony fish such as sardines – and one or two surprises – think sesame seeds. For most adults there is absolutely nothing wrong with a diet containing low fat dairy foods. It is unlikely that we will exceed the recommended allowances of calcium. However, when it comes to calcium supplementation it is much easier to get a significant amount of calcium in a small tablet – therefore easier to end up taking too much. Usually a calcium supplement tablet contains between 500mg and 1000mg of available calcium. An approximate recommendation of suitable daily intake for women is not to exceed 1000mg, and for men, 800mg. So you can see that if you do have a calcium rich diet and take supplement on top, it is possible to exceed these amounts. Nonetheless for those with relatively low amounts of calcium in the diet they may well need a moderate calcium supplement to ensure bone health. The issue in relation to the heart arteries is not something that happens overnight, so there is absolutely no need for any urgency or panic over this issue. It would be reasonable for anyone taking a prescription calcium supplement to discuss this with their doctor next time they have a check up. This discussion may result in them continuing as usual, or perhaps reducing their supplementation in some way. Essentially the bones of this story are that sometimes you can have just a little too much of a good thing!

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Week unites families to remember loss Baby Loss Awareness Week will be marked from October 9 to 15. Sands Rodney, an organisation that supports families following the death of a baby or infant, is holding a balloon release on Saturday October 16, at Wenderholm Regional Park, starting at 2.30pm. Coordinator Tania Pulman says that sadly, 823 babies died in 2007, aged from five months gestation to one year, which means there are hundreds of grieving parents and families. “This is why we try to promote Baby Loss Awareness Week, because

it gives people a chance to wear the pink and blue ribbon, attend memorial services and balloon releases, and acknowledge and honour the special little person who is not here with them,” she says. Awareness Week culminates in International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day on Friday October 15. In Rodney, parents are invited to attend the balloon release at Wenderholm or the monthly support meeting on October 9. “Everyone is welcome to attend the services, whether a baby died

St John CPR course on offer St John Warkworth held two successful CPR courses last year and is looking to run another this year. The course, called ‘3 steps to life’, teaches basic first aid and CPR. It takes about two hours and costs $20. At the end, participants receive a certificate stating they are trained to help save lives. Twenty participants are needed before the course can go ahead. St John area committee chairman Alan Boniface says new equipment costing $10,000 will be put to use on the training course. Mr Boniface has been involved

in St John since he was a child and has been chairman for 19 years. His wife, team manager Joy, is in her 35th year as a volunteer. Warkworth St John youth division caters for six to18 year olds and is held Monday nights from 6pm to 7.30pm at the St John complex. For more information on volunteering or joining the youth division ph 425 6696.

recently, a year ago or decades ago. Grief surrounding the death of a baby is not something that ends at a fixed point in time.” Info: Tania Pulman 423 8089, 022 020 1317 or rhysandtania11@clear. net.nz

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What is respect? I take respect to mean that I should look up to and listen to those who are in powerful positions. Does this mean that I should respect all those who are in powerful positions? Certainly not. Have you ever had a boss who has treated you badly or unfairly, did you respect them without question? I presume not. Those in powerful positions have a responsibility to act in a way that maintains and earns ongoing respect. So how does this fit in with parenting? Lots actually. Some say that children of today have no respect for their elders and this may be true. What I ask is, who has been the powerful person in their life that they have had to look up to and what respectful behaviour have they modelled? Remember, we are the coaches, children don’t come fully programmed. If you want respect from your children then here are a few tips to generate it: yy Be fair and reasonable. yy Go easy when children make mistakes, this is part of learning. yy Show compassion by helping them out when they are struggling, help them to succeed. yy Speak respectfully and listen to what they have to say and acknowledge their feelings. Even if they get it wrong, be patient and help them to be successful. In acting this way, you build within your child the belief that adults are responsible and worthy of respect. This means that they will be less likely to end up rejecting those in power because, in their minds, it represents unfairness and feeling shamed. Respect is always earned.

Awards recognise senior achievers nationwide The valuable work that senior members of the community do is often done without expectation of reward, but the country gets an opportunity to say thanks, with the Senior New Zealander of the Year awards. Nominations are being sought general manager from around the country for the Elizabeth Ryley Countdown Senior New Zealander says many older of the Year 2011, which is part of New Zealanders the New Zealander of the Year have helped Awards. The award is open to those shape this aged 60 and over, and celebrates an country during ability to continue to achieve and their lifetime. contribute to the nation. “This award Last year’s Nominees could be involved in any provides New winner Sir Eion aspect of health, business, sport, Zealanders of Edgar. arts, education and community all ages with groups or volunteering and will have the opportunity to express their achieved excellence in their chosen appreciation and admiration for the field of endeavour. In addition, they contributions and endeavours of will present a significant, positive our seniors.” image of aging and be a role model All nominees will receive a certificate to the wider community. of achievement in recognition of Awards manager Grant McCabe their contribution and the winner is encouraging all New Zealanders will be awarded their trophy and to nominate someone for this $5000 prize money at a gala awards prestigious award. presentation dinner in Auckland on Mr McCabe says older New February 2 next year. Zealanders who make exceptional Nominations close on October 22 contributions to the community and nomination forms are available and the country deserve recognition from Countdown Supermarkets, for their commitments. Kiwibank and Mitre 10 branches, or The Senior New Zealander of phone 0508 692 927. Nominations the Year award is sponsored by can also be made online at www. Countdown. Progressive Enterprises nzawards.org.nz or text ‘nominate’ communications and marketing to 244 for more information.

Thursday 21 October 6.30-9.00pm (6 weeks). This is an opportunity for working parents, dads and step-parents to attend an evening course. This course looks at: how we were parented and how this effects how we coach our children, parenting styles (the pros and cons of being too tough or too easy), early child development, temperament types, strategies for effective discipline, love warmth and effective communication, and much more. There are also lots of opportunities to share and learn as a group of dedicated parents enhancing the learning and joy of being a parent. Although this course focuses on ages 0-5 all parents and caregivers will benefit from and enjoy this course.

SKIP Positive Parenting Course in Wellsford - Monday 18 October 9.30-12.00pm (6 weeks). Course content as above. Daytime course for parents and caregivers living in the Wellsford area. Venue to be advised. On site child minding services available on request Facilitator: Brian Shires, Homebuilders Family Support Worker For registration and all enquiries please Phone Angela on 09 425 7048 All courses free of charge, free childminding available on request.

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MANGAWHAI: Tues & Thurs 12.30-1.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall WARkWoRTH: Tues 2.30-3.30pm, Warkworth Town Hall SNELLS BEACH: Tues & Thurs 4-5pm, Mahurangi Community Centre. oREWA: Mon & Wed 1-2pm STANMoRE BAY: Mon & Wed 2.30-3.30pm WHANGAPARAoA: Mon 4-5.30pm & Wed 3.30-5pm

Phone Andrew Young at Jade River Tai Chi for more information 09 422 3424 or 027 327 6604 Email: taichi@pl.net - Some classes are ACC funded

Riverside Arcade, Shop 7 Raewyn Campbell M.A.B.TH.NZ 62 Queen Street C.I.D.E.S.C.O (Zurich) Warkworth A.A.D (Confed, England) Phone: 09 425 0256 Email: riversideskincareclinic@xtra.co.nz Facebook: www.facebook.com/riversideskincareclinic

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Yoga Warkworth Wednesday 13th October 10 weeks, 9.30am-11am, $90, New Masonic Hall, Baxter Street, Warkworth. Yoga Leigh Tuesday 12th October 10 weeks, 6pm-7.30pm, $90.00, Held at Leigh School. Young Mothers Educational Programme Monday 11th October, 10am-12.30pm, A free parenting course specifically for young mothers under the age of 22 years. Held at the Women’s Centre. Free childcare provided. Introduction to Massage Tuesday 19th October, 7 weeks, 10am-12pm, $120, Held at the Women’s Centre. Colorful Cuisine Friday 12th November, 3 weeks, 9am12pm, $45 plus ingredients. Held Main Road Leigh. Confident Living Thursday 28th October, 10am-12.30pm, 6 weeks, $25, Held at the Women’s Centre. Anxiety Workshop Wednesday 20th October 10am-12pm, 4 weeks, $38, Held at the Women’s Centre. Introduction to Painting 2 Day Workshop Saturday 6th & 13th November, 10am-3pm, $49, Held at the Women’s Centre. Computer for beginners date to TBA, 6 weeks, Warkworth. Intro to word processing date to TBA, 6 weeks, Warkworth. Soft Stone Sculpture Sunday 7th November, 12-5pm, $55 plus $15 materials Warkworth. ………………………………………………………………………

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Centre empowers women Confident living, colourful cuisine and healthy relationships are just a few of the courses being offered by the Women’s Centre Rodney, Warkworth, this term. Course facilitator Karen Mills Tutor Heidi Downey says many says demand for the courses has women forget about themselves increased, which she thinks may be when they have a busy family life a reflection of the financial hardship and the courses allow women to many people are facing. focus on their own health and The courses range from classes wellbeing. designed for young mothers under “We are here to help in a number of the age of 22, which include free ways, from courses to counselling,” child minding, to an introduction she says. “Women just need to massage course. The Confident somewhere to go and take a break Women course concentrates on sometimes.” encouraging women to be positive about themselves and the choices The women’s centre is a communitybased organisation that offers many they make. services. There are around seven courses offered each term, 28 in total per Karen says recent Government funding cutbacks have put a strain year. Courses vary in length and while on the centre’s resources and they most are subsidised to make have had to seek funding from other participation easier, some are also places such as NZ Lotteries. free. They are also held at various For more information: 425 7261 or www.womenscentrerodney.org venues throughout north Rodney.

Briefs Breast screening available The mobile unit Breast Screen Aotearoa will be at the Wellsford Community Centre until October 8. They want to make sure that all women in Wellsford district are aware of this free and potentially life saving service. It is available to women aged 45 to 69 years, who haven’t had a mammogram in the past 12 months. Result are normallyy available within five to 10 days. An appoinment is required and can be made on 0800 270 200.

Family day out The South Kaipara Men and Family Centre is inviting families to a tree adventure day on Saturday, October 2. The cost will be $10 per person. Participants will need closed shoes like sneakers, a jacket or sweat shirt, and a drink. Children need to be over 1.1.m tall for approval. Organisers plan to meet at Tree Adventures, Boundary Road, off Restal Rd, Woodhill, at 9.15am. Info: Jim on 09 420 9197 or 0210711427 to secure your place.

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Committee members and parents of the children at Mahurangi Gym Club have been busy preparing and sourcing all sorts of weird and wonderful things for the event. A ghoul-making evening was held, which produced some scarey spiders, ghouls, witches and more.

Prepared to be scared Halloween will come to Warkworth on October 30 in the form of a Spooktacular. The Mahurangi Gymnastics Club is College Gym. The club is working organising the fundraising event for hard to be able to provide a purposefamilies, catering for children of all built facility for the area and this event is to fundraise towards the ages. There will be a haunted house, building and equipment. spooky sweets, disco, fiendish food, The Spooktacular will be held at devilish drinks, ghoulish games and the former Warkworth Women’s Bowling Club in Shoesmith Street, freaky face painting. One of the organisers Rebecca Paul Warkworth. Tickets are $5 for adults says the club hopes the spooktacular and $5 for children – all children under 12 must be accompanied by will become an annual event. an adult. Tickets are available from “It is designed to coincide with Generation Kids in Warkworth or Halloween and offer an alternative Warkworth and Matakana Schools. to trick or treating,” she says. Info: Rebecca Paul on 422 7353. “Children are encouraged to come dressed up and enjoy the fun and scares.” Rebecca says there will be chilling and eerie activities for all ages, and some more sedate activities for the younger members of the family. The club has received great support from TimberWorld who are providing some much needed supplies for the Haunted House. At present Mahurangi Gymnastics Club runs classes at the Mahurangi

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Warkworth district braces for festive mayhem The 41st annual Kowhai Festival starts on October 2 with a perfect event for the school holidays – a family picnic and the Black Dog Cafe Children’s Dog Show in Lucy Moore Park. For the last three years, the children’s weeks, including an open day at dog show has been held as part of the Warkworth Museum, Kowhai the Kowhai Festival Huge Day Out, Crafts’ annual exhibition, a concert but organisers thought it deserved a by the Auckland Youth Symphony day of its own and this year built a Orchestra and a cat show. picnic day around it. The picnic day on October 2 kicks The dog show starts at 10am and off the first of three big festival includes categories to suit all breeds weekends. On the following – waggiest tail, best trick, scruffiest, weekend, the main event is the Huge best costume, owner lookalike and Day Out on October 9 – with the a musical chairs ‘sit’ competition. Mahurangi River Canoe Showdown, Entry is $1 per category and all Wine and Jazz by the Wharf, Chuck winners – and probably all entrants a Duck, 100-plus street stalls, music – will get a prize. stages and family entertainment in The picnic and family games will the Warkworth town centre from follow at 11am; entry is free. With 9am to 4pm. Sunday sees the rafts the aim being to have low-tech, racing on the river in the Barfoot and low-cost fun, there will be old- Thompson Raft Race at 10am, along fashioned games like sack races, egg- with a special Lions riverside market. catch and tug-o-war, and the kids The weekend of October 16 and are encouraged to bring cardboard 17 is the last of the festival and the boxes for the one of the best free highlights are an outdoor screening thrills – sliding down the hill. of ‘Second Hand Wedding’ in Lucy There will be plenty of prizes and Moore Park on the Friday, the giveaways to go around. Festival Dance at the Mahurangi East Warkworth Library is also getting Community Centre on Saturday Warkworth’s Huge Day Out will wind-up at the Bridge House when rockabilly involved by holding a teddy bear’s night, and Festival Gardens, Red band the Recliner Rockers take to the stage. One of the busiest music festival picnic in the park before leading Hats and Cupcakes from 10am to bands in NZ, the rockers play a mix of rootsy blues and rockabilly with a dash of psychedelic spice thrown in. Expect a flying double bass called Mr Horse, a teddies’ parade to the library for 4pm on Saturday and Sunday. ridden by Geoff Fitzpatrick, machine gun guitar toted by Al Lavis and R18 story time at 12.30pm. Programme and booking details drumming courtesy of Julian Davis. The Recliner Rockers have left a trail of At least 20 more festival events at www.kowhaifestival.co.nz and broken strings, sticks and wounded animals from Invercargill to Paihia. Be are lined up for the following two Warkworth i-SITE. warned!

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What started as a joke has quickly turned into a reality for Harry Sutcliffe, who has been appointed the official Kowhai Festival town crier. Into its 41st year, this will be the The town crier costume was first festival with its own crier and specially made for him by Barbara’s Harry says he’s a little apprehensive Alterations, Repairs and Costume Hire in Warkworth, who designed about the job. “Cr Dave Parker and I were just the attire in a more modern style. kidding about having a crier and His official crier duties started on September 21 in Wellsford, handing that’s how it started,” he says. Harry, 73, a retired school teacher, out flyers to promote the festival. says standing in front of a class He will be the event announcer taught him how to make himself on the Big Day Out, as well as heard. He taught at Rotorua Lakes participating in the parades. High School from 1990 to 2001, Harry and Gay have been before moving north with wife Gay supporting the festival since 1990 to run coffee and lunch cruises on a and used to run boat rides on the small boat between Snells Beach to Mahurangi River, in conjunction Kawau Island. with the festivities.

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An eclectic mix of art and crafts will be on show at the annual Kowhai Arts and Crafts Group exhibition, which opens in the old Masonic Hall in Warkworth on October 7. The exhibition will also celebrate felting and pottery (Saturday), and Meanwhile, the group is inviting the recent refurbishment of the hall. weaving and painting (Sunday interest from the community in some upcoming workshops. One Group president Leigh Lomas says morning). members are excited to be part The show will open with a ticketed will be run by Gillian Carlson of the first event in the newly- preview evening from 7.30pm on on book making and the other will be run by Doris Riederer on renovated hall. October 7. It will then open from silk painting. The silk painting She expects 50 to 60 members to 9am to 4pm on Friday and Saturday, workshop starts October 19 and will exhibit work, which will range from October 8 and 9, and from 10am to run over three weeks. Info: Leigh paintings, pottery and fused glass 2pm on Sunday. Lomas on 423 7070. jewellery to felting, spinning and weaving, and knit wear. “It’s the only collective exhibition we do so is usually very well supported,” Leigh says. “Items will be on sale for a wide range of prices.” There will also be an opportunity for visitors to ‘have a go’ at activities such as spinning (Friday morning),

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Park and Ride Parking will be at a premium in Warkworth so the organisers strongly suggest festival-goers park at the A&P Showgrounds, just north of Warkworth, and catch the shuttle bus to town. The bus will run continuously from 8.30am to 4pm. There will be a nominal charge.

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Rafters at the ready Keep an eye on the Mahurangi River on Sunday October 10, when the raft race will return. Get your floaties on and be prepared to get wet in a noholds-barred race or join the wimps on the Warkworth wharf and cheer ‘em on! There’ll be a barbecue to warm everyone up and some super prizes for first, last, best raft and best costume. Enter at Barfoot and Thompson Warkworth, or phone 425 8742, or email warkworth.service@barfoot.co.nz Race starts at 10am.

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Relaxing on the riverside This year’s Wine, Food and Jazz Festival, on Wharf Road down by the Mahurangi riverside, promises a feast for the taste buds on October 9. The region’s best red, white, rosé and sparkling wines from Matakana winegrowers will be on offer for tastings or by the glass. Kowhai Festival’s Huge Day Out will see the début of two new vineyards, Grèvé and Matavino, and the first of the stunning 2010 vintage Rosé releases – increasingly popular summer wine style. As well as the region’s vine offerings, Kowhai Festival visitors will be able to enjoy fresh Mahurangi oysters – shucked or frittered, locally brewed Zeffer’s new season apple and pear ciders, and beer from Leigh Sawmill Brewery. The food alley, also on Wharf Street, will be packed with delicious treats to enjoy on the day or take home. Festival favourites will be there such as waffles, crepes, donuts, wood fired pizza, mussel fritters and gourmet sausages, as well as new food offerings such as spit roast, India Curry and pan paella. The cool sounds of local jazz star Jennifer Eirena and the funky Leigh based Pippi Pickers will add the final touches for a great day out. Souvenir wine glasses and two generous tastings will cost $10 with subsequent glasses for $5 and additional tasting samples for $2 each. The festival runs from 10am to 4pm.

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A HUGE 6-hour family-friendly event among the vines. We’re celebrating our 10th birthday, so the first 1000 tickets are half price at $19.90 and kids are free*! • Gates open 3.30pm • 4pm – 8pm Live music by The Mighty Groove Diggers, James RAY, The Late Show and Lou Lou. • 8pm – The all-time classic movie ‘Casablanca’ on the Outdoor Big Screen • 10pm – Spectacular fireworks display Bring a picnic and a blanket – but NO ALCOHOL, GLASS or four-legged family members! Any non-alcoholic beverages must be in originally sealed containers. Tickets are limited and just $19.90pp for the first 1000 (and after that $39.80). *Kids 14 and under FREE. Tickets - Internet / phone from Ticketmaster.co.nz or 0800 111 999 (booking fees apply). Or purchase over the counter from Ascension Wine Estate 480 Matakana Road, Matakana (No booking fees. Sorry, no phone sales). All tickets are general admission. We encourage blankets and low chairs. Those with normal height chairs will be directed to the sides and rear of the venue. A full bar with EFTPOS will operate and wood-fired pizzas will be for sale. PARKING – on-site parking is only available for disabled guests. Please park at either the Warkworth Golf Club or outside Mahurangi College. FREE shuttle buses will operate from 3.30pm until the event has finished. This is an outdoor event. We play "rain or shine". However, the promoter may decide in its sole discretion to postpone the event to the following Sunday 31st October and the same tickets will apply (NO refunds). Go to www.AscensionWine.co.nz for further information.

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Ascension celebrates first decade

One of the pioneers of Matakana’s growing wine tourism industry Ascension Wine Estate isn’t about to rest on its laurels. It has been a decade this month since Darryl Soljan and wife Bridget first welcomed guests to Ascension. At that time, they were a young couple with two small children, living in a rented house in Snells Beach. From those early days of platters and counter service, Ascension has grown to offer a full a la carte menu, with many national food and hospitality awards to its credit. A landmark in the making. In the next five years, Darryl says Ascension will develop as a until the early hours of the morning marketing, planning and strategy, as well as the wine. celebration centre, with more events. hand-labelling their wine. He has also formed an alliance with “We were doing everything from “It was about finding a balance so Kay Baxter’s Koanga Institute who waiting on tables, making coffee there was time for family, time to will assist with the establishment of and dishwashing, to paying the look after my own health and time an edible food and tree trail, raising GST, changing the light bulbs and to be involved in the community.” heirloom seedlings. working in the vineyard. Hospice, local business networks “Our customers are interested in “We opened without any marketing and his children’s school and sports where their food comes from so or advertising – we just tied a few groups all benefited. this is a way of expanding that balloons on the gate and put out the Commenting on the current Puhoi knowledge,” he says. “The food ‘open’ sign. When the first guests to Pakiri tourism strategy, Darryl grown in our own gardens will be arrived, the roof wasn’t finished, says it has already been successful in served at our tables.” the plumber was hooking up the bringing disparate groups together. Darryl says his tendency to “get hot water, Dad was plugging in the He’d like to see one organisation bored easily” has been partly dishwasher and neighbours were representing the area, with a paid responsible for Ascension’s stable helping with dusting and vacuuming.” employee who could coordinate performance through the recession. marketing and The opening of The Belfry region-wide “Whether it’s the grape varieties, the conference and reception centre in promotion, and lobby on behalf of menu styles or the entertainment, 2006 completed the original concept local operators. nothing here ever stays the same for plan and today Ascension employs “One of the biggest issues we long. Change is part of the culture the equivalent of 27 fulltime staff. continue to face is the seasonality of this place. Darryl estimates the business has of business here. I think we need “Over the last couple of years, we’ve injected more than $10 million in a regional event – but it has to be tried really hard to be innovative, to wages into the local economy, a something new.” keep the customers interested. Staff are statistic he is enormously proud of. Summing up the last decade, Darryl encouraged to have ideas and because Although Bridget still does the says he wouldn’t have the energy to there aren’t 12 layers of bureaucracy, accounts, she wound back her do it again. what’s decided at a meeting today involvement when children, can be underway tomorrow. It’s given Dominic and Emma, went to school. “Sometimes the 10 years feels like 20, but then at other times I wonder us the ability to change quickly to where the time went. We’ve made About five years ago, Darryl found respond to what’s happening.” himself still trying to do everything mistakes, that’s part of learning, but Establishing the business meant and working seven days a week. He we’ve also met some really wonderful long days and nights for Darryl got some advice, hired additional people. We also love living in this and Bridget, who would often work staff and focused his priorities on area so that’s been another bonus.”

The “captain and navigator” of Ascension Darryl Soljan says he gets bored easily so likes to keep trying fresh ideas.

Celebration Ascension Wine Estate is hosting a Labour Weekend birthday party on Sunday, October 24, and everyone is invited. The Big Night Out opens at 3.30pm with live music from 4pm. Cinema classic Casablanca will show on the massive outdoor screen from 8pm and there will be fireworks from 10pm. The party is celebrating Ascension’s first 10 years. Owner Darryl Soljan says the musical line-up includes Auckland blues and rock band The Groove Diggers, alt-country rock artist and former New Zealand Music Award finalist James RAy, talented local singer songwriter Lou Lou and The Late Show. “This is our way of saying thanks to everyone who has supported us, paid us a visit, enjoyed our wine, or simply stopped in to enjoy a show,” he says. “We have heavily subsidised the event to make it as family-friendly and accessible as possible. We can’t wait to see the place buzzing on Labour Weekend Sunday.”

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Preparations for the Matakana School Gala on October 23 are now in full swing. Gala manager Kim Scott says volunteers are busy sorting through the hundreds of items that will be sold on the day, through stalls, on the basketball court and in the silent auction. “We are still keen to receive bric-abrac items, which can be dropped at the school during the school holiday break,” she says. Entertainment on the day is weather-dependent but includes the funky salon, candy castle sweet stall, sausage sizzle, mussel fritters, wood information centre in the school’s fired pizza, mastercake competition, library. The new facility will crockery smash, toy stalls, clothing incorporate the library along with stalls, Hibiscus Rodders Car Club research areas with computers, an and local performer Loulou Collier. ipad electronic reading area, itouch The vertical bungey and climbing electronic listening space and a wall are also booked in. skype conference corner. Funds raised from this year’s event Gala Day is Saturday, October 23, will go towards a state-of-the-art starting around 7am.

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Auckland’s top floral art designers will converge on Matakana next month for the 2010 Designer of the Year competition. Entititled Artistic Action, the competition will be held at the Matakana Community Hall, from November 5 to 7. Members from floral art clubs throughout the Auckland region will compete in various divisions with the ultimate prize being the title of Designer of the Year. Warkworth Floral Art Club president Penny Le Quesne says the competition will include an imposé competition, from 10.30am to 11.30am on Saturday, November 6. “This is a popular event for members of the public to watch,” she says. “Club members are each given a box of floral components and asked to demonstrate how to make unique and individual designs.”

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A ‘singshop’ will be held in the Warkworth Anglican Church Hall on Saturday, October 9, from 10am to 4pm. The event will provide anyone with an interest in community singing an opportunity to ‘have a go’. The singshop will be lead by Max Maxwell, who has directed the Auckland-based Heaven Bent Gospel Choir for the past five years, as well as the SingForJoy choir, which started last year. Helen Diaz, who helps lead the Kaipara Flats based community singing group Kai Rhythmix, says Max’s passion lies in bringing people together to create harmony and rhythm in a fun atmosphere. “He works with choirs and singing groups throughout NZ so we’re very excited to be bringing him to Warkworth,” she says. “There will be a range of styles, from the Beatles and Beach Boys to African and gospel songs. “The aim is to encourage people in the community who sing, have secretly dreamed of singing or just want to give it a try, to have fun and share that with others in a noncritical but stimulating local event.” Kai Rhythmix has participated in numerous local events including Max Maxwell will lead a singing Hospice fundraisers, and has workshop in Warkworth this month. performed in church and at rest For more information about the homes. workshop, phone Helen on 422 Charges will apply. 3225 or email somos@slighshot.co.nz

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Sawmill entertains soulful sound mix West Auckland musician Richard Ingamells, along with Warkworth-based singer Jenny Eirena, will perform a tantalising mix of smooth jazz, original songs and acoustic guitar at Leigh Sawmill Cafe on October 1. Singer/song writer Ingamells is in several bands and numerous love, joy and the challenges of life. known to audiences following recordings. He teaches guitar, flute Jennifer has appeared at a number the production of an album of and bass, and this combination of of jazz festivals and regularly sings with Julie Mason and the Jazz Divas, personally written songs in 2008, skill flavours his music. which followed two earlier albums Jennifer’s debut album Promise of The Prohibition Big Band and her of classical flute. Ingamells is a Land is a compelling body of work own ensembles. She studied music classically trained flutist and a and her sound includes gentle ballad, at Auckland University and jazz guitarist with more than 20 years jazz and pop genres, whilst the lyrics vocals at the New Zealand School of experience, and has featured convey a passionate account of Music in Albany.

Tuatara brings new trees to Tiritiri Matangi Bronze sculptures of tuatara made by Silverdale artist Brian Moore have found themselves in good company over the years. Last month, one of the life-sized tuatara was presented to the Wellington Police by the builder of the maritime unit’s new launch, in appreciation of the $3.5 million contract. Other notable recipients include HRH Prince Philip and Mercedes Benz headquarters in Germany. Brian made the first of a limited edition of 250 tuatara bronzes in 1985. The first one was presented to HRH Prince Philip in his capacity as Patron of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The WWF used the bronze tuatara project as a fundraiser, raising around $40,000 from sales which the government matched two for one, creating a $120,000 pool that was used for the tree planting

on Tiritiri Matangi Island. More than 150 bronze tuataras have been sold to date and Brian says there has recently been a resurgence of interest. Each one of the edition

is cast to order and takes around six weeks to put through the various stages at the foundry. For information visit: www. brianmoore.co.nz/tuatara.htm

Silverdale artist Brian Moore with his bronze tuatara, which is proving to be a collector’s item.

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“The Ford motor company is about to face its biggest ever threat – the female machinists!” From the director of Calendar Girls, Made In Dagenham is based on the true story of the 1968 strike at London’s Ford Dagenham car plant. What starts off as a pay dispute turns into a full uprising by the ladies, an event that led to the advent of the Equal Pay Act. Golden Globe winner Sally Hawkins plays Rita, the initially impromptu and reluctant leader, who empowers her co-workers. The film is an inspiring true story; thoroughly entertaining and often hilarious. Sally Hawkins is brilliant along with a fantastic cast of Bob Hoskins, Miranda Richardson and Rosamund Pike. Both men and women will love this historical snap-shot of life in late-60s Britain. Film Review Courtesy of Matakana Cinemas

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Spring success The Plant Markets last month were a huge celebration of spring and gardening with more than 30 stall holders. Gardening equipment, herbs and veges, flowers, pots and, of course, plants of all types were offered for sale. Children were catered for with a colouring-in competition and a stall where they could pot their own plant to take home. The markets were the first of their kind in Matakana but due to fabulous feedback and support will be happening every spring.

Kitchen opens The new Matakana Market Kitchen has opened. The restaurant, formerly Tapiano, has been lovingly renovated and is offering alfresco dining on the riverside terrace, beside the Matakana River. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner – make sure you check it out.

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There’s something for everyone in the Wellsford Variety Show.

Extravaganza at Wellsford Weeks of rehearsals have gone into the upcoming Extravaganza 2010 Variety Show, which will be presented by the Wellsford Drama Club this month. The show, which is a compilation Students from the Wellsford and of music, dance and acting with Warkworth area make up the cast other entertainment, will be held at of 45 players and 10 crew members. the Wellsford District Community They range in age from 8 to 17 years. Centre from the October 14 to 17. Director Carolynne Andrew says Carolynne says the rehearsal there is something for everyone schedule has been intense, three in the show, and describes the times a week for 10 weeks. costumes as “very creative”. Some Tickets can be purchased from students even designed their own Woody’s Winners Lotto shop in Wellsford and Wellsford Pharmacy. costumes.

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Creativity takes centrestage at Catwalk Arts Fertile imaginations and generous business owners helped raise more than $15,000 for Warkworth Wellsford Hospice at the Catwalk Arts show in last month. The wearable arts show, held at Students – First, Fruitful Fecundity by Ascension Wine Estate, attracted Laura and Charlotte Donnelly and Tracy 57 entries in five categories. The Davies; second, Mirror Image by Lucy judges – actor Shane Cortese, Twhigg; merit, Plastic Fantastic by Julia Gabel; merit, Merge Like a Zip by Hollie fashion designer Brooke Tyson and Sanders; merit, It’s all up in the Hair by photographer Michelle Moir – Grace Mitchell. added a sixth award for Mahurangi Accessories – First, Want a Nibble? by College teacher Pippa Hechter, Sharleen Greer; merit, Switched On by who designed the costumes for the Julie Dowland; merit, Bosom Buddies – school’s recent production of Beauty A Day at the Races by Sally Blyth. and the Beast. Wearable Advertising – First, Legally The Supreme winner was Jayne Bound by Town and Country Law; Boesley, a Catwalk Arts veteran merit, Sea Print–cess by Warkworth whose intricate paper and fabric outfit Printing; merit, All Stitched up with unfolded from a box; the box then Spring by Kawau Bay Health. Open – First, Unfold and Be Bold folded into a matching handbag. by Jayne Boesley; second, A Spring Winners shared a total prize pool of Explosion by Rosie Galbraith; merit, $4500 and received a hand-painted Canderella by Jordan Wright; merit, tile made especially for the event Volcanic Explosion by Sheryl Ross. by Morris and James. The main Judges’ Choice – Pippa Hechter. sponsors were Ascension Wine Estate, Mason Contractors and Supreme Award – Unfold and Be Bold by Jayne Boesley. Bins, and Waitapu Farms. Photos are available from Kodak Express in Warkworth, and owner Colin Stables will donate all proceeds to Hospice. Photos can also be viewed at www.localmatters.co.nz Winners were: Creative Families – First, Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover by Barbara Leach and Melissa Ashton–Leach; second, Sock it to Me by Rose Gerard; merit, Luminoptera by Pearl and Karen Williamson.

WE WILL BE PART OF THE NEW SUPERCITY AND WILL KNOW WHO IS REPRESENTING US FOR THE NEXT THREE YEARS.

TIM AND GARY WILL CELEBRATE THE PASSING OF

THE OLD AND COMMISERATE WITH US ABOUT THE NEW WITH HUMOUR, GOOD WINE AND FOOD.

JOIN MARY, DAVID, CLYDE AND FARIDA ON

THIS SIGNIFICANT OCCASION IN THE LIFE OF HERON’S FLIGHT.

Above left, Butterfly: Iconic NZ fashion designer Annie Bonza made this dress to represent the Warkworth Wellsford Hospice butterfly symbol. Above right, Legally bound: ‘Legally Bound’ by Town and Country Law won the Wearable Advertising section, a prize of $800 cash and $1000 worth of advertising on Times FM. Left, Colourful gesture: ‘A Colourful Gesture’ by Resene Paints Warkworth.

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Harley rider focuses on men’s health awareness

‘Escape the Madness and Savour the Flavours’ Phone 09 425 0306 Open daily 10am-3pm for breakfast, lunch and wine tastings

162 Hamilton Road

(between Warkworth & Snells Beach)

The throaty roar of 70 Harley Davidson motorbikes echoed around Orewa on last month as riders gathered to meet Aucklander John Bourne who is on a mission to raise men’s awareness of regular prostate checks. John says that men should get a health check from their doctor every time they get a Warrant of Fitness for their bike. This month the 67-year-old took this message to the road, riding his Harley the length of NZ to raise money for the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Word of John’s mission spread quickly through the biking community, which is why, at his first key stop off point, the Caltex Station in Orewa, he was met by around 70 Harley riders, who rode with him into Auckland. John’s 6000km ride, which started and ends in Albany, will take him from Cape Reinga to Invercargill. It began on September 1 and is expected to take around three weeks to complete. John Bourne says early detection is The Auckland grandfather, who key to fighting prostate cancer. says he is lucky to enjoy good health himself, says he sees the ride as an communities and individuals like opportunity to publicise the need John are getting behind the cause. for men to take preventative action. “John is an example of one of the “Every year our fathers, many who are dedicating their time grandfathers, sons and brothers die to help save the lives of others,” unnecessarily from prostate cancer Keith says. and what’s frustrating is that nearly The ride takes place in what has half of these deaths could have been become known as Blue September, stopped through early detection,” when countries all around the world John says. “If this tour can get men encourage people to face up to to take notice of their health and prostate cancer, which, in NZ, kills help save the life of just one person, 600 men each year. it will have been worth it.” John is stopping at Caltex stations Prostate Cancer Foundation of NZ along the route. Caltex is collecting chief executive Keith Beck, says money for the cause, and John is he is overwhelmed and humbled selling patches as fundraisers. Info and by the way businesses, schools, intinerary, visit www.coastridernz.com

Candidates meeting Wellsford Although there is only a week to go in the Auckland Council local body election, voters in the Wellsford subdivision of Auckland will have the opportunity to meet their candidates this month. Participating will be Mayoral hopefuls Len Brown and Colin Craig, and the Wellsford candidates who are standing for the one seat on the Rodney Local Board. The meeting will be held in the Anglican Church Hall, Port Albert Road, on Saturday, October 2. The meeting will be held starting at 1.30pm.

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Cuisine with Andrea Hinchco

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A complex vinegar

Balsamic vinegar (aceto balsamico) is traditionally made from a reduction of cooked white grape juice and is not a vinegar in the usual sense. It has been made since the middle ages in the Modena and Reggio Emilia regions of Italy and today is highly valued by chefs and gourmet food lovers. Balsamico means balsam-like in the sense of restorative or curative. The name Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena (Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena) is protected by both Italian and EU laws. Balsamic vinegar of Modena (Aceto Balsamico di Modena) is an inexpensive, modern and commercial imitation of the traditional product. Made from wine vinegar with the addition of colouring, caramel and sometimes thickeners, it is mass-produced with no aging. To further confuse the issue there is a third level condimento which is made from a combination of these methods. True balsamic vinegar starts with a reduction of pressed trebbiano and lambrusco grapes. The resulting thick syrup mosto cotto is subsequently aged for a minimum of 12 years in a battery of seven barrels of successively smaller sizes. The casks are made of different woods like chestnut, acacia, cherry, oak, mulberry, juniper and ash. This balsamic is rich, glossy, deep brown in color and has a complex flavour that balances the natural sweet and sour elements of the cooked grape juice with hints of wood from the casks. None of the product may be withdrawn until the end of the minimum aging period. At the end of the aging period (12, 18 or 25 years), a small portion is drawn from the smallest cask and each cask is then topped up with the contents of the preceding (next smallest) cask. Freshly reduced cooked must is added to the largest cask and in every subsequent year, the drawing and topping up process is repeated. Contemporary chefs use these vinegars sparingly in simple dishes where its complex tastes are highlighted. It works well with steak, eggs, grilled fish, risotto and is divine on desserts of fresh strawberries, pears and gelato. It may even be drunk from a tiny glass to conclude a meal as a digestive.

Foodie Fridays Smell, taste, discuss and learn with demonstrations, tastings, book launches and more, every Friday from 11am to 1pm - No charge! October 8th:

Pizza ... is it the new fondue?? Make, Bake and Taste.

October 15th:

French Crepes and Italian vegetables.

October 22nd:

Wines from Matakana matched with our favourite easy entertaining recipes.

October 29th:

Home made ice cream.

November 5th: Sorry no demonstration this week. November 12th: Tagine Cooking.

GUEST CHEF Virginia Iovine-Turner from Cucina Amore Cooking French Crepes and Italian Vegetables using

Mantuan Chicken

(serves 12) Adapted from a 17th Century Italian dish by Tamasin Day Lewis. This is perfect for a summer lunch you want to prepare the day before. All you have to do on the day is make the sauce, an easy five-minute job, and pour it over the chicken breasts removed from their overnight cold bath. Then leave them to languish in this delectable black velvety liquor for three hours before lunch. 10 large organic chicken breasts 1.751 chicken stock 300ml dry white wine For the sauce: 5 flat tbsp light muscovado sugar 125ml dry white wine 90g sultanas Grated zest of 2.5 lemons tsp sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 125ml extra virgin olive oil, the best and freshest 5 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar (must be the very best quality) Put the breasts in a single layer in as many heavy-bottomed pans as you need and cover each with the stock and white wine mixture. Poach at a mere burble, turning every 5 minutes, until cooked through with a faint pink in the liquid when pierced with a skewer (20-25 minutes should do large chicken breasts and they will continue to cook as the liquid cools). When cool, transfer to one pan with their liquid, cover and keep in the fridge overnight. Just over 3 hours before you want to eat, take the chicken out of the fridge and make the sauce. Put the sugar and wine in a small pan and bring it very slowly to the boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar completely. Draw off the heat, and add the sultanas and lemon rind to infuse. Leave to cool, while you cut each breast into 1cm slice and reassemble on a large serving dish. Strain the sauce, reserving the zest and sultanas in the sieve. Add the vinegar to the sauce, and the salt and pepper, then start adding the oil in a trickle, whisking as you go to form an emulsion. Return the zest and sultanas to the sauce, taste, adjust the seasoning, and pour over the centre of the breasts. Cover with clingfilm and keep at room temperature for 3 hours.

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Accounting Services...................................72 Aluminium Joinery & Glaziers.................72 Automotive....................................................72 Builders, Roofers & Suppliers............72-73 Brick & Block Layers, Concreters & Tilers...........................................................73 Construction & Earthworks......................73 Engineering...................................................73 Flooring.....................................................73-74

Electrical.........................................................74 Design, Survey & Property Valuers........74 Lawnmowing................................................74 Landscape Supplies & Maintenance....74 Property Maintenance...............................75 Tree Services.................................................75 Retail................................................................75 Health & Beauty...........................................75 Laundry & Dry Cleaning............................75

Get the right person for the job. Our handy service directory ensures you can find a local professional or tradesperson, quickly and easily. Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners.................75 Painters/Decorators & Plasterers...........75 Water Pump & Heat Pump Specialists..... 75 Water Supplies...............................................75 Marine/Small Engines................................76 Plumbing & Suppliers................................76 Website Design & Printers........................76 Computer Repairs & Service....................76 TV Aerial & Satellite Servicing.................76

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Accounting Services • Aluminium Joinery & Glaziers • Automotive • Panelbeaters • Builders, Roofers & Suppliers

ACCOUNTING Business & Personal

y Cashbooks y GST & PAYE y Tax Returns

y Financial Statements y Budgeting

Barbara Forbes BBS

Phone: 422 0737 or 021 296 1457

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arkworth Domestic / Commercial Glazing instone Glass Showers Splash Backs Mirrors Cat Doors lass & lazing Windscreen Replacement and Chip Repair

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Mobile Mechanical ServiceS

Snells Beach

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On site servicing of your vehicle • Engine tunes • Cam belt replacement • Brake checks • Shock replacement • Lube services • Exhaust repairs

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Ian

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EDMONDS & MASON PANEL & PAINT Private & All Insurance Work

Ph 425 8723 • Fax 425 9526

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Ph 09 425 5025 • www.autohaus.co.nz

YOUR LOCAL AUTOMOTIVE CENTRE

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Trellis Guy

Matakana Trellis & Fencing

• Custom made Also see Lance for your supply of Native and • Quality material • Quality workmanship Landscaping plants

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

Snells Beach • Warkworth • Orewa

Wayne 021 765 706 or Ian 021 977 729 47 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth

Email: autoglassww@xtra.co.nz

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

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creating better homes

From alterations to full contracts

All aspects of building undertaken Alterations • Additions • New homes

Glen Hassett

027 472 4684 Ph 09 425 5232 Fax 09 425 5299

Rob Heron

email: hassettbuilders@xtra.co.nz www.hassettbuilders.co.nz

Ph 425 4027 mob 021 117 3033

• 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

AWARD WINNING BUILDER

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Auckland region house of the year 2008

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For the construction of: • Architecturally designed homes • New houses • Decks • Alterations • Fences

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Roofing N.Z Long Run Iron Specialists New Re-Roofs & Cladding

NATHAN HOUSTON Ph: 09 422 2131

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

Mob: 021 220 5000

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Servicing Auckland - Rodney - Kaipara

• slabs • beams and posts • panelling

• flooring • mulch • firewood

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ph 422 7716 • fax 422 7717 • matakanasawmill@xtra.co.nz

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CARPENTER-JOINER • Terraces • Alterations • New Housing

• Renovations • Maintenance • Small jobs a specialty

NEIL KOSE Phone 09 425 5491 Mobile 027 275 1172

BRICK & BLOCK LAYERS BRICKS - BLOCKS - TILING PAVING - WATERPROOFING

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

- Residential & Light Commercial - Quick Stage - OSH Standards - Tube & Clip - Qualified Scaffolders - Reliable Service

PHONE 0800 622 7929

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TILE Your local Tiler

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P. 09 425 0300 F. 09 423 0017

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MATAKANA EXCAVATORS

Phone Alan Berthelsen 021 780 170, A/hrs 425 8252

KENSINGTON MINI DIGGERS LTD Trenching - Footings - Landscaping Drilling - Tip Truck Specialising in tight fit work Diggers from 2 tonne to 13 tonne

Phone Nigel Kensington 09 422 9277 Mobile 0274 844 544

FOOTINGS & FLOORS LTD

BILL REA

Specialists in Preparation & Pouring

32 years owner/operator

(Civil engineering qualified)

phone 09 425 6431

1.6 Tonne Mini Excavator • 4WD Tip Truck For all your earthworks / landscaping

 (09) 422 9392 • 0274 442 606 W & D REA

WARKWORTH BRICKLAYING SERVICES LTD

142M

General Engineering unit 5 • hamatana Road snells beach

Foundations, driveways standard and waffle slabs, commercial and domestic

Phone: 021 123 1013 A/hrs: (09) 422 9530 footingsandfloors@xtra.co.nz 73 Jones Road, RD 6, Warkworth 1241

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Flooring • Electrical • Architecture design, Survey & Property Valuers • Landscape Supplies & Maintenance • Lawn Mowing

NuaZ FLOOR SANDING FOR QUALITY RESULTS & COMPETITIVE PRICES

Phone Craig 0274 856 833 or A/hrs 09 431 2971

FLOOR SANDING - FLOOR PREPARATION FLOOR SANDING - FLOOR PREPARATION Polyurethaning:- Wooden Floors, Particle Board & Cork Cork Tiles:- Natural & Coloured Enviro Friendly Products available

KAE JAE CONTRACTORS (LTD) PHONE KEN (0274) 866-923 A/Hrs (09) 422-7328 • Fax (09) 422-7329

COASTAL CONCEPTS WAYNE BURTON Registered Electrician

Suppliers and Installers of: • Gates and Automation • Landscape & Ambience Lighting • Security Cameras & Alarms COASTAL CONCEPTS 2004 LTD PO Box 47, Warkworth T: 09 422 2175 M: 027 497 0464 E: cc2004@xtra.co.nz

ELECTRICIAN ED THOMAS

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Registered Free Quotes Domestic Industrial

Ph 425-7422 • Mob (0274) 964-330

Mobile: 021 990355 Phone: 09 4226160 Email: markysparky@xtra.co.nz

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Lamb & moLLoy Ltd SURVEYORS

Prompt, professional advice and service

for all Subdivisions and Land Development Work Phone Warkworth (09) 425-7393 R. Mather 021 425 837 • R. Molloy 021 779 964

23 Bertram Street - Warkworth admin@lmsurveyors.co.nz

VALUERS Buchanan & Morison Ltd REGISTERED VALUERS

Residential - Lifestyle - Commercial - Rural WARKWORTH MANGAWHAI (09) 425 9547 (09) 431 5067 www.bmvaluers.co.nz

LAWN PATROL • Lawnmowing & Maintenance

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 124

JB's No 1 LANDSCAPING SERVICES • PLANTING • PAVING • RETAINING WALLS • FENCES

• Handyman Jobs

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• Lawns - contouring & seeding • Top soil • Retaining Walls • Driveways • Paths • Digger • Truck • Tractor 116

Phone Bruce 425 7766 a/h I take the hard work out of Landscaping 116

Cross Country

• DECKS • GARDEN MAKEOVERS

Servicing Hibiscus Coast to Mangawhai

MIKE & ANNE MAY

09 425 5654 • 021 039 5801

JOHN BETTRIDGE Phone: 09 425 4086 Mobile: 021 665 558 E-mail: john.bettridge@jbsno1.co.nz

Landscape Industries Association of New Zealand Inc. Accredited Member

Valerie Brides

For Free Quote Ross Bell Your local Jim

Custom & Pre-Made Gowns

Ph 0800 4 546 546

A selection of designer sample bridal gowns from U.S.A.

• Bridal Wear • Bridesmaid • Flower Girls

Ph 425 6336 (WW)

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Glenn Soljan Dip LS Design • Designer • Plans designed and drawn • Stonemason • Fireplaces • 20 yrs experience

tel 09 422 9213 • mob 021 457 449 email: soljanslandscapes@xtra.co.nz www.soljanslandscapes.co.nz

www.jims.co.nz

• Lawnmowing • Section Clean Ups • Tree Lopping • Hedge Trimming • Pruning • Rubbish Removal • Gutter Cleaning & Gardening • Handyman Services Available

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Handy Hands property & home maintenance

• building alterations and repairs • roof & spouting repair & replacement • fences / decks / pergolas • painting interior / exterior • water blasting / cleaning • weedeating / hedges / lawns Michael & Fiona Baker •

General household carpentry and repairs • Decks • Stairs • Handrails • Fences • Doors • Letterboxes

Property maintenance for permanent or absentee homeowners

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027 4040 338

We’re happy to lend a hand!

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Tree Care

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Specialising in; • Fine pruning • Tree removal • Stump grinding • Hedge trimming

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Ph 425 9030 • Dome Valley

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Alison Wech

C.I.D.E.S.C.O, C.I.B.T.A.C, dip Beauty Therapy, dip Electrolysis, dip Body Therapy, dip Nail Technician

46 McKinney Road, Warkworth Mob 021 051 3661 • Ph 09 425 7776 tlcbeautytherapynails@yahoo.co.nz

• Facials • Waxing • Tinting • Gel Nails • Acrylic Nails • Manicures • Pedicures • Electrolysis • Make-up • Body Wraps • Massage • Spray Tans

5 minutes past Warkworth

LTD

Beauty Therapy & Nail Creations

144M

HEAT PUMPS Supplied • Installed • Serviced h: 09 425 6776 m: 021 148 3845 e: kevin@abelinstalls.co.nz

135M

www.abelinstalls.co.nz

• Duvets

DOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

CARPET CLEANING Emergency Flood Service Technical Experience 9 years Fully qualified and certified

Call FREE 0800 022 101 Fax 09 423 9436 Mobile 021 456 429

Certified Member of the Carpet Cleaning Association of NZ

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A BRUSH WITH ART

EXPERT PAINTING AND DECORATING

Interior/Exterior n Waterblasting n Roof Painting Airless Spraying n Plastering n Wallpapering Colour Consulting n Decorative Effects Qualified Tradesmen - Honest/Reliable Ph Mandy 09 425 9007 or 021 507 463

BAZIL BRUSH PAINTERS FREE QUOTES AND FRIENDLY ADVICE FOR ALL YOUR PAINTING REQUIREMENTS. EXTERIOR STAINING SPECIALIST NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL

BARRIE (BAZ) MOIR PH 09 4315565 • MOB 021 1690 790 Email: b.r.moir@slingshot.co.nz

Kowhai Laundry Dry Cleaning Agents

(including inners)

• Sheets • Towels • Linen

(pressed)

13 Neville Street, Warkworth Phone 09 425 9775 Your Painter/Decorator with over 25 years experience serving all surrounding areas

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 148M

Pool / Spa Valets Crystal Water Chemicals Pool Equipment Replacement Repairs & Maintenance Pool Refurbishment Waterblasting

Michelle Woolley

(09) 422 9524 • 021 952 338 Warkworth to Mangawhai

Looking for the best selection of Health Supplements and Supplies in sunny Rodney? • Wide range of health supplements for all the family’s needs • Organic hair and skin care • Homeopathy, herbs, aromatherapy products PLUS! Come and talk to our in-house qualified naturopath and arrange for a personal consultation.

Riverside Arcade, Warkworth Natural Health Queen Street, Warkworth Ph (09) 425 9623 Store www.warkworthnaturalhealthstore.co.nz

H2O PUMPS Water Treatment

Pumping Systems

• Filtration • UV Sterilizers • Softeners and Neutralizers • Iron Removal • Agent for Stallion Pumps

Owen Ward

Phone 021 771 878 • 24hrs 09 425 6002 Email: h2opumps@xtra.co.nz MoBILe eFTPos AVAILABLe

WARKWORTH COMMERCIAL CLEANERS LTD Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners General Commercial Cleaners Paddy & Gaye Webb

Email: padgayewebb@gmail.com

Ph/Fax 09 425 6844 Mobile 021 079 8578 or 021 886 475

itchen Colours and Wood Finishes Spraypainters of quality kitchens Lacquers, enamels, 2 pacs, clearcoats Resprays and Recolours

Phone / Fax Gary 425 7669 Unit 21/30 Hudson Road, Warkworth115 AUTHORISED AGENT

Pumps / Water Tanks / Filtration / Treatment Spa & Pool Shop / Pool Valet Service Water Blasters / Sprayers Hose & Fittings / Mobile & Workshop Service

147M

09 422 9660

home & property maintenance

31 WOODCOCKS RD - WARKWORTH - PH 425 9100

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Water Pumps & Services • Marine • Plumbing • Website/Printers/Digital • Computer & TV • Septic Tanks • Water Tank Cleaning • Water Delivery (2007) Ltd

• Water treatment & Filtration • Pumps • Pool & Spas • Waterblasters 7days / 24hours Paul Harris M: 021 425 887 T: 09 425 0075 E: pumps4u@live.com

water pumps New Pump Sales Service Installation

Water Filters, Coolers and whole house ultra violet and homespring filtration

Phone/Fax 425-5619 Mobile 0800 733 765

% 0800 787 392

K & R PUMP SERVICES ltd

outboard motor servicing

»0274 787 427

email: steve@purewaterservices.co.nz 123 www.purewaterservices.co.nz

WATSON

PLUMBING & GAS

LTD

Pump & Filtration Services

BLOCKED DRAINS CLEARED! SEWER & STORMWATER utilising A.E.S. Hydrojet Cleaning Machine Drain location service available

Available from:

MAHURANGI MARINE LTD 330 Mahurangi East Rd, Snells Beach Phone 425-5806 131

ST E P H E N

J O N E S

P LU M B I N G

L T D

STEPHEN JONES

09 422 7618 027 494 5499

Maintenance  New Homes  Craftsman Plumber  Free Quotes  After Hours Callout  30 years experience  146M

e: townandcountryplumbing@xtra.co.nz

ezSite

Phone Ian on 027 495 8566 Workshop: (09) 423 8576

152M

‘ T H E D . I . Y. W E B S I T E ’

We’re Local.

Argyll Angle

58-60 Queen Street Warkworth

• Plan Printing, Colour & B/W Photocopying • Laminating, Binding, Fax and Scanning Service • Internet and Email Service Phone 425 7257 or email: copyworks@clear.net.nz

0508 WEBDESIGN

www.ezSite.co.nz

HOMEBUILDERS FAMILY SERVICES

TV AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES

We provide the folloWing free services:

• Family Support including relationships & parenting; youth counselling and work with children experiencing difficulties. • Living Well On Your Income courses, SKIP and Bag of Tricks Parenting courses. • Help Desk and Advocacy • Strengthening Families • Disability Information Service (Wednesdays 9-12)

Freeview Sales & Installation TV & FM Aerials

5 Hexham Street, Warkworth • Ph 09 425 7048 Email: homebuilders.warkworth@paradise.net.nz

Gavin BrouGh Ph 09 425 5495 Mob 0274 766 115

Open Mon-Fri 9am-12midday, but leave a message anytime SUPPORTED BY LOCAL MATTERS

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Rodney Septic Tank Cleaning Peter Cairns

Mob 027 494 6370 • Ph 422 7166

Limited

clean. care. repair.

027 239 2167 09 426 9015 • 09 412 7644

WATER TANK & WATER APPLICATION CLEANING AGENCY Phone John or Annette Carr p: 09 425 7477 | m: 027 240 7791 | f: 09 425 7483

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Household Water Deliveries 0800 747 928 mobile: 027 556 6111

water

IAN & SOLW TE S AY R fILTEREd A

WATER

0800 638 254 OR 09 422 3700

Mahurangimatters Service Directory October 2010 | 77 Ceiling Removal Specialists • Furniture Removals & Storage • Transport • Training/Tuition • Outdoor Furniture

Warkworth FURNITURE REMOVALS • Specialist

textured ceiling removal Toxic and Non-Toxic Textured Ceilings removed under licensed supervision Restored to painted finish PHONE GARY WARD

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ASBESTOS CLEAR 422 7792 ~ Mobile 0274 752 063 FREE QUOTATION

Furniture Truck • Packing & Storage • Caring Owner/ Operator • Carriers Liability Insurance

SNELLS BEACH

PHONE 09 425 5597

Phone 0274 889 216. Ah 09 422 7495

146M

Tables made to order • Canvas chairs (30 colours) Wooden chairs & benches • Park benches Folding furniture • Swingseats • Umbrellas • Recliners Cape Cod chairs & footstools • Bar leaners & barstools

• Airport Shuttle • 10-seater Minibus for club/group functions • Local and national trips and tours

Quality NZ made kwila outdoor furniture built to last Ph 09 426 9660 • www.clipperfurniture.co.nz email clipper.furniture@xtra.co.nz 7 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Silverdale

Phone Linda 425-0000

Classified Advertising

Advertise your Classifieds and Church Notices here. Only 30c per word for run-ons and $6.70 per cm for boxed adverts. Excl GST. FOR HIRE

FOR SALE AND NOW .... PRIME ON FREEVIEW, Now 13 channels, decoders with recorder $175, new 12 month warranty, dish and decoder package installed from $430. Call Jim the Maintenance Man 422 3725 or 021 254 2048. BROWN SHAVER PULLETS FOR SALE Specifically reared for free ranging and will commence laying early October. For more details and to reserve please phone 09 422 5890 or email: wilfscovell@clear.net.nz RAWLEIGH PRODUCTS available. Phone Patrick 425 0448.

LOCAL NUTS

3rd Dan Instructor Supervised by 7th Dan. Suitable for high school to retirement. Affiliated directly to Japan (Kanazawa Sensei) • A japanese art and cultural experience • An interesting way to keep fit • Good for stamina and flexibility • Improves balance and co-ordination • Achieve a calm alert focus Training: Wed & Fri 6pm, Warkworth Town Hall (Mon training available).

Ring Bob 422 5229 for a free trial www.skif.co.nz

Warkworth Aikido worth Ai rk

FLIGHTS

SHOTOKAN KARATE (SKIF)

kid

Macadamia Nuts Fresh & locally grown. Three choices - plain, honeyed and chocolate coated. Yum Yum! $5.50 a packet; larger quantities available on order. Available from the Mahurangi Matters office, 17 Neville St, Warkworth.

FITNESS

HALLS FOR HIRE. The Warkworth Town Hall (limit 99 people) and the old Masonic Hall are available for hire at reasonable rates. Contact the Rodney District Council Service Centre in Baxter Street, Warkworth or Phone (09) 425 8539

• Self Defence • Self Development • Self Confidence

Tuesday & Thursday 6.30pm-8pm Methodist Church Hall, Warkworth All ages welcome

Ph Dianne 09 422 3356 or Andy 021 672 787 www.aikido1.org.nz 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 each. Min 3 passengers. Rodney Aero Club Ph 425 8735 or Rod Miller Ph 425 5612

HEALTH SERVICES FLIGHT TO THE LIGHT Energy/

Spirit attachments released. An effective way to cleanse the energy field around people, animals and property. Reiki courses also available. Phone Caroline McSharry (09) 422-9477 or (027) 733-2583

HOME & MAINTENANCE

PUBLIC NOTICES

RUBBISH REMOVAL Discover how

LIFE CHANGING OPPORTUNITY

easy it is to dispose of stuff for the tip. Moving house? Clean up? Friendly affordable service. Free quotes. Phone 426 5219.

Personal development. Visit www. breakaway.net.nz.

HOBBIES & RECREATION

Providing programmes for men who need assistance to change abusive behaviours and attitudes and work on equality and respect. Held in Orewa and Warkworth. For enquiries phone 09 425 8130. We also provide programmes for women that are or have been in abusive relationships. Held in Orewa and Warkworth. Phone 09 422 2101 or 021 023 20297 Sponsored by Local Matters

HORSE RIDING WARKWORTH Family Fun Scenic farm & forest rides Quiet horses and ponies Birthday pony rides • Lessons Please book. 1hr - $35 • 2hrs - $65 Phone (09) 425 8517 42 Kaipara Flats Rd, Warkworth www.come.to/horseriding o

MARKETS MUSEUM SUMMER MARKET, 1st Saturday of the month, 8am, Old Masonic Hall, Baxter St, Warkworth. Enquiries Warkworth 425 8482.

PHOTOGRAPHIC & DIGITAL PRESERVE YOUR MEMORIES Videos, slides & old 8mm films all onto DVD. Ph TeTotara Video (09) 422 5710.

PUBLIC NOTICES BINGO, BINGO, BINGO! Come and join the fun, 1st Monday of the month, Upstairs New Masonic Lodge, Baxter Street, Warkworth. 7.15pm. Proceeds to Warkworth Museum.

GAMBLING HELPLINE

Professional counsellors available 24 hours to help those suffering from gambling problems or affected by another’s gambling. Immediate, free, confidential support. Phone 0800 654 655.

rodney stopping violence services

READINGS Clairvoyant/ Medium Beryl Clarke genuine accurate messages from spirit. For confidential appointment Phone 428 3887

REUNIONS AVONDALE COLLEGE REUNION 22-24 October 2010

All events to be held at the school. Contact Avis 09 828 5560 or 027 458 2211 or go to www.avcol.org.nz

WAIUKU COLLEGE GOLDEN JUBILEE Labour weekend, 22-24 October 2010. All past pupils, teachers, staff, PTA, Board Members and Board of Trustees members of the college are welcome. Please go to www.waiuku-college.school.nz for information and to register or write to: Waiuku College Reunion, PO Box 124, Waiuku

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Classified Advertising continued REUNIONS HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL CENTENNIAL MARCH 2011 Encompassing Hamilton Girls’ and Hamilton Boy’s High Schools. A four day weekend of events is planned on March 17-20, 2011. Those interested are invited to pre-register at www.hamiltonhighcentennial2011.com or phone 0900 SCHOOL to make a $20 donation towards the cost of holding the reunion.

WANTED

CASH PAID

• Shed & Garage clear outs • Tools & Machinery • Cars, motorcycles, boats, caravans

SITUATIONS VACANT Holiday Manager Wanted

for Leigh and Matheson’s Bay - Work is mainly part time and seasonal but year round. Grow your own business. Suits semi-retired couple or person returning to the workforce. You have computer, internet and mobile, enjoy cleaning and meeting people. Email leslie@ bachcare.co.nz.

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

VEHICLES PARK AND SELL Snells Beach BP. Weekly rates. Great exposure. Phone 09 425 4092.

anglican church Warkworth

Presbyterian

Church

Sunday services 9am & 10.30am

HOUSES WANTED FOR REMOVAL

MaHurangi MetHodiSt PariSH 2009

Cash Paid. Phone 021 501 366.

 CHURCH

N OT I C E S

Services held at: • Warkworth • Matakana • Leigh • Snells Beach • Kaipara Flats

5 Pulham Road, Warkworth. Phone 425 8861

All things considered

Phone or txt 021 161 5139

CMT REUNION COMMITTEE 42 Battery 4th Medium Regiment, invite all former CMT & NS Personnel to a REUNION. 60 years since 1st intake. Saturday 25th September in Te Kuiti. Contact CMT Reunion, C/- 15 Earl Street, Te Kuiti, Phone 07 878 6018

Mahurangi

All enquiries: Phone 425 8054

Warkworth Methodist

CATHOLIC CHURCH

Cnr Neville & Church Sts Warkworth Phone 425 8660 Sunday Service10.30am

Phone 425 8545

www.holyname.org.nz

Holy Mass Timetable:

Hall Bookings Ph 425 8053

WARKWORTH

Snell's Beach Community Church

Holy Name Church, 6 Alnwick Street Saturday Vigil: 6.00pm Sunday: 10.30am

325 Mahurangi East Rd Our Vision: Reaching out to God, to each other and to the world.

GATEway meets Sundays, 9:30am at the Scout Hall, Shoesmith Street.

COME AND JOIN US as we Worship the Lord, Hear His Word, Learn from Him.

Kowhai Festival Combined Service

Join us with 4 other Churches as we Celebrate His Goodness together! Sunday October 10, 2010, 10am Mahurangi College Auditorium

Pastor Colin Shilston Tel 425 7383 www.thegateway.org.nz

PUHOI

Sunday Service 9am

SS. Peter & Paul Church Sunday: 8.30am

Hall Bookings Ph 425 5707

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

celebration centre

ALL SOULS DAY SERVICE

Powerful Exciting Church

The Anglican Parish of Warkworth invites you to attend a service to remember your loved ones who have died, to be held on Friday 29th October at 7.30pm in Christ Church on Church Hill, Warkworth.

Sunday Service @ 10am Warkworth Town Hall P: 09 423 0148

All welcome. Queries 425 8054

Snells Beach

www.celebrationcentre.co.nz

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Gardening with Wendy Schick

www.tumbleweed.net.nz

Back to basics

After explaining to a novice gardener how to look after their plant when they got it home, explaining how deep to dig the hole, use of planting mix, fertiliser and so on, I was then asked “do I take it out of the bag?” It made me realise just how complacent I had become, expecting people to know basic planting requirements. There are a number of things to take into consideration for implementing a successful garden project.

Choosing the right plant Is the plant going to be planted in clay-based soil or coastal sand, is the site sunny or in shade, what’s the drainage like, is it exposed to the wind? It would be so nice to have the perfect situation but that’s not how nature works. It’s always a good idea to have a walk or a drive around your neighbourhood to check out other gardens, see what’s growing well and if you like a particular plant, take a photo and bring it in to your garden centre. It is much easier than trying to explain what it looks like.

Planting time Spring and autumn are generally the preferred planting times, this allows the root system to develop before the onset of summer and the added advantage of rain. However, planting can be done at anytime even in the summer, providing there is a plentiful supply of water.

Ground preparation For best results it is advisable to plant into a good planting mix or compost. If plants are planted into compacted soil, clay or even sand without a good mix they are always going to struggle and take longer to develop. Plants will benefit from a good balanced fertiliser applied at planting time.

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We don’t just hang around 0800 TRIMTRIM (8746 8746) 021 619 728 • 09 431 5625 orangotang@xtra.co.nz www.treetrimmers.co.nz

Covering All Areas

SPRING GARDENING

Wind protection As most of our properties are a little exposed to the wind it is essential to stake bigger plants or trees. Taller plants have a tendency to waver around in the wind, causing the new fibrous roots to break off, damaging the plant.

Mulching This is a must for not only newly planted gardens but established gardens as well. This will help retain the moisture in the summer, suppress weed growth, protect your plant’s root systems and will increase worm activity – building better soil.

Events yy Why not get your garden growing and enter it in the Warkworth & District Rose & Flower Show. Entries close October 29. Contact Annette Sharp on 422 7766 or email glenedenfarm@xtra.co.nz. Two categories of interest are: – Best garden under ¼ acre – Best vegetable garden yy Warkworth Kowhai Festival Garden Ramble will be held on October 16 and 17. There will be a total of 14 gardens to view in the Warkworth/Matakana area. Tickets $15 each available from Warkworth i-SITE or Tumbleweed Coastal Plants, Matakana. Enquiries: Fay Illingworth on 425 8356.

Lavender Avonview

Geranium

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Great fillers or mass planted

Summer colour, red & white, drought hardy

Strawberry Plants

Delicious eating fruit

$2.99 ea or 5 for $11

MAKE HUGE SAVINGS ON THE GROCERY BILL AND ‘GROW YOUR OWN’ Potted vegetables and punnets • tomatoes • lettuce • courgettes • beans • sweetcorn • capsicum

Great Deal! 4 for $10 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 8-4, Sun 10-4 939 Matakana Rd, Matakana • Ph: 422 7338 Fax: 422 7638 tumble.weed@actrix.co.nz • www.tumbleweed.net.nz

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Warkworth soccer wins in Northland Cup challenge Warkworth’s 10th Grade Soccer team went to Whangarei to play in the Northland Cup last month and came home with the winner’s trophy. The team, made up of players aged The team is coached by Logan around 10 years, played six games Caldwell, managed by Nick Paul in total. The team also came third and the captain this year is Zane in the Auckland competition this Illingworth. season after being promoted to the The soccer season started with A2 division. They played nine games enrolments in mid-February and in the A2 division and finished finished last month with the staging third overall. of the Northland Cup.

The Rodney Combined Schools team.

Interschool runners take on mud in cross country Cold and gloomy conditions failed to dampen the spirits of around 300 primary school children, taking part in the annual Interschool Cross Country Championships last month. The course, at Te Haruhi Bay in Children in Years 5–8 from 12 Shakespear Regional Park, included Rodney schools tackled the muddy a section along the beach and a steep course in bare feet, supported by a hill climb. large group of parents and teachers. Organiser Evelyn Straka, of Wainui Whangaparaoa Primary came out School, describes it as ‘a true cross on top overall, with wins in the Year country course’, mimicking the type of 6 and Year 5 Girls, and Year 5 Boys terrain in the original event held more races; followed by Red Beach School than 20 years ago on Wainui farmland. and Warkworth Primary.

New cricket season Standing at back, manager Nick Paul and coach Logan Caldwell. Back, Frankie Walkington, Jack Clark, Gemma Harris, Zane Illingworth, Matthew Peagram and Lockie Piper. Front, Jo Jo Bowater-Tree, Jacob Caldwell, Bronson Norton, and Jamie Paul.

Clubs in the Rodney Cricket Association competition are gearing up for the new season, which starts after Labour Weekend. The association covers clubs from Kaipara Flats to Otamatea, including Pakiri and Wellsford. For more information on the Kaipara Flats Club, which fields both senior and junior teams, phone 422 5805.

Shearing Extra small flocks $ 50

New Depot iN warkworth

1st 2 sheep

Phone Allan (Gino) Gabriel on 027 555 2749 $

Crane Hire – 2-300 Tonne • Mobile, All Terrain & Crawler Cranes

thereafter

Depots in Manukau, North Shore, hamilton, paeroa and warkworth

Phone Greg

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Lights & Switches Starters Alternators Radios Batteries Marine Accessories Rewires

Phone 09 425 7969 • Fax 09 425 9659 • Email: autec@clear.net.nz 27 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth • Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 9am-12noon

10 per sheep

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REDREGISTERED FORCE LTD DRAINLAYER

Sport with Simon Mills

warkworthpushplay@gmail.com

Coaching the coaches

The methods of coaching in sport are changing as we understand more about how people learn. Most coaches are good at ‘what’ – the content, knowledge, skills, rules and tactics involved in their sport. The area where many coaches struggle is ‘how’– the process of how the players will become better at their sport. The following data was first published 50 years ago and is still very relevant. It is a good checklist for coaches to see where they spend their time at training: yy Listening (5%) is the least effective, yet telling our players how to do things is the most commonly used method by poor coaches. Talk less, do more. yy Reading (10%) is rarely used except at a high level to give advanced information to professionals. yy Audio-visual (20%) is useful if combined with discussion. It is even better if players can teach others based on information on dvds of their own play/games etc. yy Demonstration (30%) is very commonly used but is not a good method until combined with other styles like doing. yy Discussion (50%) often under-utilised by coaches because we want to keep the players moving, but it is an effective way to learn because they are processing ideas and getting feedback. Can be used during rest periods, or after a game or practice. The players should be doing most of the discussion guided by the coach. yy Doing (75%). Good coaches spend a lot of their time using this style. yy Teaching to others (90%). Coaches recognise that they themselves learn an enormous amount about their sport when they teach it to others, but few allow their players to learn this way. This is challenging but here are a few suggestions: yy Put players in threes. Two carry out a skill and one observes and gives suggestions on how to improve. Even if they are not experts, they will learn a lot for themselves in their attempts to teach other. yy Get players to referee small games and rotate so all get a turn. yy Get a capable player to pair up with a weaker player and teach them to improve on something. Both will benefit. Info: Mahurangi Community Sport project or the Push Play Collective, call Bridget on 425 6649 or email: warkworthpushplay@gmail.com

New tennis season gears up Tennis fixtures are cranking up for the new season, with six teams entered in the men’s A Grade competition in Warkworth, which starts on October 11. The business-house competition starts on October 13. Any juniors wishing to play inter-club, which starts on October 30, are encouraged to get their names in as soon as possible. Meanwhile, Mahurangi East Tennis Club will hold two opening days for new and returning players on October 15 and 22, from 10am to 12noon. Parent and pre-schoolers are invited along on October 14 and 21, from 9.30am to 11.30am, and there will be a family day on October 10 from 2pm to 4pm.

Ph: 425 7575

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• Residential • Commercial • Digger Hire • Subdivisions

SEWAGE SYSTEMS

Contact Jeremy Weatherall Phone 027 2525 353 • redforce@xtra.co.nz

2010 Northland Lifestyle Fieldays Saturday 13th November 2010 Here’s what we have in store this year: • Lifestyle block information • Displays & demonstrations • Speakers • Fun • Food stalls • Farm machinery • Real estate • Animals & birds • Plants & Gardening & much more! Don’t miss out!

WIN THIS 2.4 X 2.4 BLOKES SHED!

For more information contact Mike Forbes 027 431 9054 • realtown@xtra.co.nz www.realtownmaungaturoto.co.nz Hosted by realtownmaungaturoto.inc

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MAHURANGI MARINE LTD Your Specialist Outboard & Diesel Repairers 330 Mahurangi East Rd, Snells Beach • 425 5806 TIDE TABLE - OCTOBER 2010

REMEMBER TO ADD 1 HOUR FOR DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

MONDAY

27/09

0323 0943 1538 2203

0.6 3.0 0.7 3.0

4/10

0312 0919 1547 2155

2.8 0.7 3.0 0.7

11/10

0316 0943 1539 2203

0.2 3.5 0.3 3.3

18/10

0321 0933 1556 2201

2.6 1.0 2.8 0.9

25/10

0217 0841 1436 2058

0.5 3.1 0.7 3.0

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

28/09

0401 1021 1618 2243

0.6 3.0 0.8 2.9

5/10

0419 1024 1647 2255

2.9 0.6 3.1 0.6

12/10

0404 1031 1629 2252

0.3 3.4 0.5 3.2

19/10

0420 1030 1647 2252

2.6 1.0 2.8 0.9

26/10

0256 0919 1516 2139

0.5 3.1 0.7 3.0

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

29/09

30/09

1/10

2/10

6/10

7/10

8/10

13/10

14/10

15/10

0440 1102 1702 2326 0521 1123 1745 2352 0451 1121 1720 2342

0.6 0523 3.0 1147 0.8 1751 2.9

3.1 0619 0.5 1218 3.3 1839 0.4 0.4 0540 3.2 1212 0.6 1814 3.0

20/10

0513 1119 1734 2338

0.5 3.1 0.7 3.0

0.6 0032 3.1 0631 0.8 1307 1911

2.9 0.8 2.9 0.9

22/10

2.8 0020 0.9 0645 2.9 1241 1859

28/10

0418 1043 1645 2309

2.8 0.7 2.9 0.9

3.3 0046 0.3 0.3 0714 3.4 3.4 1310 0.2 1932 3.4

21/10

2.7 0602 0.9 1202 2.8 1818 0.8

27/10

0336 1000 1559 2223

0.7 0013 2.9 0612 0.9 1239 1846

0.5 3.1 0.7 2.9

0.7 2.9 0.8 2.9

0107 0708 1339 1948

9/10

0138 0805 1400 2023

0.2 3.5 0.2 3.5

16/10

0126 0728 1404 2009

2.7 0.9 2.8 0.9

23/10

0100 0725 1319 1938

29/10

0504 1131 1736 2358

2.8 0.8 2.9 0.9

0.7 3.0 0.8 3.0

30/10

0.6 0553 3.0 1223 0.8 1831 2.9

SUNDAY

3/10

0207 0812 1443 2052

2.8 0.8 2.9 0.8

10/10

0228 0854 1449 2113

0.1 3.5 0.2 3.4

17/10

0222 0830 1501 2107

2.6 1.0 2.8 1.0

24/10

0139 0803 1357 2018

0.6 3.0 0.7 3.0

31/10

0.6 0052 3.0 0649 0.8 1321 1930

2.9 0.7 3.0 0.8

Times for North Rodney locations differ from Auckland as below: Whangateau ............................ HW and LW times same as Auckland. Mahurangi................................ HW +2 mins, LW +12 mins Bon Accord .............................. HW -22 mins, LW -1 min Manghawai, Leigh, Sandspit ... HW +5 mins, LW +5 mins. Kaipara - Poutu Pt. .................. HW +3hrs4mins, LW +3hrs14mins Tinopai ..................................... HW +3hrs39mins, LW +3hrs49mins Source: LAND INFORMATION NZ Tide Predictions. NZ Standard Time

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Keeping their feet dry at the Sandspit launch.

Waterwheels prototype launched at Sandspit Forty years of engineering experience is behind the design of two amphibious boats called Waterwheels, which were put through their paces at Sandspit recently. Tom Ashton, of Scotts Landing, and a market for them in the Pacific his business partner Hugh Harvey Islands where they could be used as say the motivation for the new boats patrol boats. was “so we could get to and from the It has taken 18 months and three water without getting our feet wet”. prototypes before the successful The boats are called Pursuit and launch at the Sanspit Wharf last Rebel, and can go 12kph on land month. and 45 knots on the water. They “Our boat is a ‘real boat’ with brakes are designed with a large volume and protection from the elements, seven-metre hull and 135hp Honda and has four wheels to give it stability. outboard. It’s easy to turn and can run longer Tom says people who have direct on land without overheating the access to water will find these hydraulic systems as it has the most boats very convenient. He also sees modern closed-loop system.”

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Picnic & The Black Dog Cafe Children’s Dog Show, Lucy Moore Park, Warkworth, 10am to 1pm (see story p ) Info: Bridget 425 6649 or warkworthpushplay@gmail.com 4 Bingo, upstairs in new Masonic Lodge, Baxter St, Warkworth; starts 7.15pm. Proceeds Warkworth Museum. 5-8 Kids’ Holiday Programme. mornings at Mahurangi Presbyterian, attendance by donation. Info: Phone 425 0966. 8-10 Festival of Flowers and Praise Warkworth Methodist Church Centre, Church Hill. Opening times – 8th, 12 noon - 4pm; 9th, 10am-3pm; 10th, 10am-12.30pm. Refreshments available. Info: Annette Sharp on 422 7766 9 Kowhai Festival, Huge Day Out (see pages ). 9 Local Government Election closes 12 noon. For results as soon as they come to hand, visit www.localmatters.co.nz 9 Singing workshop, Warkworth (see story p ) 9 Sands support meeting, Orewa Community House, 10am. Info: Tania Pulman 09 4238089 or email: rhysandtania11@ clear.net.nz 10 Mahurangi Raft Race, 10am. Enquiries 425 8742 (see ad p59). 10 Organ recital by Paul Tarling with Sarah Harris, soprano, Anglican Church, Warkworth at 3pm. Info: Daphne 425 0570 10 Warkworth Craft & Produce Market, Wharf Road, 9am-1pm Info: Ph 422 3067 11&12 Two day vets golf tournament, Warkworth Golf Club. 11 Warkworth district High School and Mahurangi College Jubilee planning meeting, Mahurangi College, 5.30pm. 15 Sands balloon release, Wenderholm Regional Park, at 2.30pm. Info: Tania Pulman 09 4238089. 15 Music & Movie in the Park, Lucy Moore Park, from 6pm 16 Kowhai Ball, Snells Beach Community Hall, music by D’Starlights. Tickets $250 for table of 10 or $30 single. Tickets, Rosemary on 422 7409 or at Warkworth Footwear. 16 Puhoi Annual Concert, Puhoi Centennial Hall, 6.45pm. Tickets $18. Email Mike Swain at mike@hiko.co.nz or phone Quintin Lush 422 0635. Starts at 7.30pm. Fundraising event for the Puhoi Centennial Hall. 16&17 Festival Gardens, Hats & Cupcakes, 10am-4pm. Tickets Wwth i-SITE and Tumbleweed. Enquiries, Fay on 425 8356. 17 Kaukapakapa Village Market and Car Boot Fair. Enquiries: Sarah 09 420 9175 or sarah@riversidecrafts.co.nz 17 Heron’s Flight, Tim Shadbolt and Gary McCormick (see ad p69). 24 Big Night Out, Ascension, from 3.30pm (see ad p60). 26 Rural Women’s meeting, Kourawhero Hall, Woodcocks Rd, from 11am to 2.30pm. All welcome, bring your lunch. 30 Kids Market, Warkworth Town Hall, 9am to 1pm. Contact Nicky 422 2382, marsh@quicksilver.net.nz 30 Spooktacular Halloween event (see story p55).

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Mahurangi mussels in on golden oldies rugby A team of 24 rugby players from Mahurangi took on the world’s best at the 2010 World Golden Oldies Rugby Festival in Sydney recently. The Mahurangi Mussels, so named for the ritual of eating a mussel each before taking the field, were one of 175 teams, representing about 5000 players, participating in the event. Mahurangi team organiser Ken Bogue says the local team is relatively young, with the oldest team member just 62. “The tournaments aren’t competitive and game scores aren’t important,” he says. “It’s all about having fun.” The festival is held every four years in a different location. The minimum age for playing Golden Oldies Rugby is 35, with the oldest players at recent festivals being over 80. Ken says the rules have been adapted to take account of the ages. “You can have as many replacements during a game as you want and players may leave and return to the game as often as required. Each game takes 60 minutes – played in three segments of 20 minutes each.” Different coloured shorts identify the age of players, with the colours signalling what moves can be done to them on the field. Players between 35-59 wearing club shorts are fair game, 60-64 wearing red can be held but not tackled, 65-69

The Mahurangi golden oldies were in tip top condition (sort of) ahead of their departure for Sydney.

wearing gold can be stood in front of but not touched, and players over 70 wearing purple cannot have anything done to them but can only

travel 20-metres if passed the ball. Mahurangi Mussels have a crowdpleasing strategy for mini-festivals – they disburse wheelbarrows full

of steamed mussels to spectators. The Golden Oldies festival started on September 26 and was due to finish on October 3.

Tournament touches on mental health issues Playing a team sport is not only a way to stay fit and active but also to bond with others and gain a sense of community. This is exemplified in a touch rugby tournament that will be held for the second time at Victor Eaves Park in Orewa this month, during Mental Health Awareness Week (October 4–10). Shared Vision Rodney, a committee which provides a platform for the planning and provision of mental health services in Rodney, came up with the idea of holding a touch tournament as a way of bridging the gap between mental health services and the community. Co-organiser Shona Miers says one of her clients desperately wanted to play touch, but lacked the confidence to join a community team. Shona says last year’s inaugural tournament and the one to be held on October 9, have given him the boost he needed. Everyone is welcome as players or supporters to the touch tournament, October 9 at Victor Eaves Park, Orewa. Registration is open until October 7. Info: Shona Miers, ph 09 477 2630 or email shona.miers@equip.net.nz

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