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Contents 4 6 8

Nesting instincts evident in building applications Your style of living… Your style of builder!

The forecast is for colour

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Choose the right hard flooring for your open-plan living area

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Quick and easy ways to look after your timber deck in winter

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Nesting instincts evident in building applications

BY DONNA RUSSELL

May is traditionally one of the busiest months of the year, with 180 building consent

Northlanders seem to be focusing on their nests since the national lockdown for Covid-19 has meant they can no longer fly.

applications last year and 160 at the same time in 2018.

uilders are busy again after having to

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Bream Bay, Coastal and Denby wards.

As well as applications for new buildings,

down tools during the higher levels

the council has noticed that much of the

by the government recently are expected to

of lockdown and the Whangarei District Council says building consent

work at the moment is to do with flood repairs following the damaging one-in-500-

come into effect at the end of August and will mean low-risk building work will no longer need

applications have rebounded strongly.

year flood in July.

building consents.

• outdoor fireplaces or ovens

The council says the overall number of applications are on track to average out at about

Among the building consent applications in the past month, 26 applications were for new

However, Whangarei District Council Manager - Building Control Paul Cook says that home

• flexible water storage bladders for irrigation and firefighting only, up 200,000 litres in

10 percent lower than usual for the year, reflecting

dwellings and garages, 43 were for new dwellings,

owners need to be aware of all the implications of

the impact of the lockdown.

In April during lockdown there were only 40

22 were for additions to existing dwellings such as new decks, verandas, kitchens, bathrooms and

the changes to the Building Act. The proposed exemptions are:

• short-span bridges on private land without public access

applications compared with 120 in 2019 and 90

laundries. There were a further 25 applications

• larger single-storey detached buildings up to

• detached single-storey pole sheds and hay

in April 2018.

for new garages.

This May there were 100 applications received.

Numbers of applications have continued to build during June and July with 130 and 150 applications. This month (August) around 150 applications are expected, which is 30 more than in a usual August, the council says.

The busiest areas for building activity are New rules on building consents announced

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CURRENT 3 YEAR VIEW OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

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Building consents are issued under the Building Act 2004 and confirm that plans and specifications for proposed building work meet the requirements of the New Zealand Building Act 2004 and the New Zealand Building Code.

A building consent ensures that any building work is safe, durable and does not endanger health of property owners, users and neighbouring properties.

Sometimes a resource consent and other permissions are required from council for items like vehicle crossings, connections to utilities like water or sewerage.

Applications for connections to services will usually need to be approved by council before a building consent can be granted.

He said homeowners, engineers and designers need to be aware that specific details are yet to come.

“Just because it is exempt under the Building Act, does not mean that the Resource Management Act (RMA) or local bylaws or engineering standards are met. Some of these areas need the same level of design and engineering input as a consent,” Cook said.

“Proposals will still be required to comply with the Whangarei District Plan; if a building can’t meet the permitted activity rules, then resource consent approval will be needed.”

Cook added that a number of potential issues still needed to be resolved going forward.

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“The removal of requirement for a building consent (which would usually trigger a planning check) means areas such as hazard assessment (stability/instability), compliance with District Plan rules, connection to services, accuracy in property rating (capital improvements) and Development Contributions could be overlooked.

“Anyone considering home building work should get familiar with the changes to Schedule 1 of the Building Act (found on the MBIE.govt.nz and building.govt.nz websites), to be sure they’re not compromising the value and compliance of their property.’’

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The forecast is for colour

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We’ve found ourselves in the midst of a unique time in history that has thrown us all for a curve.

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YO OUR HOME Easy breezy One of the all-time favourite classic colours has been making a huge buzz: blue. In lives full of busyness and interruptions, light blue helps us filter out the noise and focus on what truly matters.

Whether you have a bach or simply want a similarly casual and comfortable vibe at home, don’t look past beach colours that evoke the sea, sky, sand and surrounding scenery to create a soothing space. Try a delicate greyed blue like Resene Half Dusted Blue, a chilled-out ice blue like Resene Oxygen, a sea glass green like Resene Nebula or a cloudy white like Resene Sea Fog. Opting for Resene Colorwood Whitewash or Resene Colorwood Light Greywash on timber elements will give off a softly lived-in look and allow the natural beauty of the wood grain to show through.

Popular blues have also taken on green undertones, with Resene Green Meets Blue, Resene Dark Slate and Resene Jurassic being among the most covetable variations. Try them stone greys like Resene Pale Slate, sharp yellow whites like Resene Rice Cake or soft grey greens like Resene Aspiring. For a pop of interest, bring in small accents of bitter orange, rich ochre or peridot green such as Resene Mai Tai, Resene Pirate Gold or Resene Flourish to finish the look.

Back to nature While nature itself has long been a common inspiration for home décor, woodland tones including silvery sages such as Resene Bud, muddy stone greys like Resene Nomad, jades like Resene Palm Green and olive greens such as Resene Saratoga are among the most popular trending hues.

Luckily, these shades are all suitable for building tonal looks – an approach which is still very much on trend. Since tone-on-tone schemes are built on layering, the more you add, the more the whole scheme will hang together.

The trick is to pick hues that complement with enough variation to keep things from becoming completely homogenous – and earthy greens like Resene Rivergum and Resene Mangrove are particularly excellent to work with when you’re trying to create a serene space but don’t want it to lack in interest or contrast.

Neutrals with soul Given the efforts to turn our spaces into more relaxing places to spend time, we’re embracing living a more clutter-free and thoughtful life.

Those looking to bring a truly contemporary look to their homes can look to what we’ve come to call ‘character neutrals’ – hues with soul, which are much more intriguing than your

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Layer desert-like shades together to create a tonal sunset effect. Try combining Resene Crail, Resene Sante Fe, Resene Cashmere and Resene Burnt Sienna for a toasty look fit for a casual living room. For something completely different, team your favourite terracotta with a celery white like Resene Arrowroot and add a pop of a vibrant cerulean blue such as Resene Resolution Blue as a point of contrast.

typical true neutral and are anything but flat.

Look to nude and mushroom taupe, terracotta, greige and warm stone grey as the base of your colour scheme, which will bring that little extra ‘something’ to your space thanks to their subtle undertones.

Even whites have gotten creamier and those that feature more colourful undertones have become desirable for their inherent simplicity that can also be manipulated with different types of lighting. Resene Thorndon Cream – a timeless cream that shifts dramatically richer and deeper as the sun sets – is a reigning favourite for this reason. Try it with beige neutrals like Resene Double Tea, blackened whites like Resene Alabaster or deep dusk greens like Resene

A twist on terrazzo Terrazzo continues to be a popular choice for interiors, but finding the right terrazzo tile colour, shape or price can be challenging. A simpler and more economical option is to use paint to create a similar effect on your walls or floors. This effect won’t break the budget and can be easily changed out if your tastes shift.

To create this trendy stone look, you’ll need a high-quality painter’s brush and four Resene colours. We used Resene Alpaca, Resene Tom Tom and Resene Urbane for our mis-matched stone, with Resene Jaguar for the base colour.

The trick to making it look authentic is to not be too precise. Terrazzo, by its nature, is random and unstructured. Make sure you have a mix of larger shapes and smaller shapes, some with sharp edges and others with curved edges. Space them randomly – some close and others further apart and allow your colour patterns to be ‘strategically random’. Start with your base colour and then faintly mark your terrazzo shapes over the top with pencil, followed by paint.

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Seemingly baked with heat, these rosy earth hues are inherently cosy and lend themselves well to lounges and other rooms you like to linger in. Browner shades are becoming the variation of choice over the earlier pinker versions meaning deeper clays like Resene Desperado, Resene Redwood or Resene Hairy Heath are the ones to watch. Whether you use them in small doses or splash them around liberally, they’re extremely effective at grounding a space. Try them with a soft olive like Resene Double Tana, a rich bluegreen like Resene Deep Teal or a violet grey like Resene Bastille.

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These flooring options are all popular, but which one is right for you? They each have pros and cons.

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PROS: This material is warm and inviting and can be restored to former glory by sanding refinishing every six or seven years. It also suits plenty of home styles.

CONS: Softer timbers can dent and scratch, and can be noisy for anyone accommodating the

Hard flooring is sought after for open-plan

floor underneath. This material usually requires rugs and runners to ‘warm up’ a home and

living areas for good reason – it adds a sense of

absorb sound. It can crack, gap or cup. It has to

spaciousness and is a snap to clean. The flooring you choose for your kitchen, living and dining

be installed on joists or sub-floors, rather than directly on concrete slab.

area will be a choice you have to live with for many years to come, however, so be sure to weigh up the positives and negatives of each option

Engineered timber floorboards Engineered timber floorboards are a less

before settling on a decision, and look outside the

expensive option than regular floorboards

square. You may be able to save a considerable sum by going for a flooring alternative that gives

that can look just as beautiful, but only the top layer is timber. The remaining width is a

you the look and attributes you’re after – just

filler known as substrate. Engineered timber

be sure to weigh up any negatives. Here are the upsides and downsides of many of the popular

is more stable than hardwood, which expands and contracts with temperature and moisture

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PROS: Engineered timber looks like solid timber

The appeal of timber floors is impossible to deny.

but is less expensive and quicker to install – it

Whether laid in a herringbone pattern like this one, or just in a row, timber floors have a warm

arrives pre-finished. It’s considered more ecofriendly, too – only a thin layer of slow-growing

glow that can make a home look spacious and

hardwood is used and the substrate uses faster-

homey. Although hardwood floors are expensive, they can also be relied on to last. They can

growing species. It’s also more stable than solid timber.

withstand multiple sandings and stainings before

CONS: The number of sandings it can tolerate

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Bamboo Bamboo is usually chosen for three reasons: its eco-credentials, its good looks and the cost.

Bamboo comes from a variety of sources, however, and some are greener than others. It is recommended to get it from a verified source and checking its certification from GECA (Green Environmental Choice Australia) and FSC (Forest Stewardship Council).

PROS: Certified bamboo is eco-friendly – it’s fast growing and biodegradable – and insect resistant.

It comes in a wide range of colours and is quick to install because it arrives pre-finished.

CONS: Bamboo flooring can scratch, and can’t be sanded back and refinished like timber can.

It’s durable, but check for quality – some bamboo flooring is far more hard-wearing than others. The colour may also fade over time.

Laminate Laminate is attracting more attention than ever, and not just from those on a tight budget.

Just like it does for your kitchen cabinets and benchtops, laminate for flooring comes in a range

embracing this hard-wearing flooring material once more – an easier feat now that it is losing its cheap-and-nasty reputation.

PROS: Lino is easy to install and inexpensive.

Another big plus is that it’s eco-friendly (it’s made from renewable materials such as linseed oil, pine rosin, ground cork dust and wood flour) as well as easy to clean.

CONS: This material has to be well-maintained to keep looking good; grime can build up quickly. It won’t add value to your home. Sharp objects can cause tears, and it’s a soft, impressionable surface so expect furniture to make dents.

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Travertine Travertine tiles are very popular, and are often carried through from the open-plan living/dining/ kitchen into the outdoor areas and even the garage.

PROS: Travertine is ultra-hard wearing and can accommodate under-floor heating. It’s cool under the feet in summer and easy to clean – no grout is required. It suits most decor styles.

CONS: This material must be sealed correctly to prevent stains – a costly exercise – and is unforgiving if you drop something. Unheated, it can be unpleasantly cold in winter.

Polished concrete Although polished concrete is surging in popularity as a hard flooring option, some people won’t consider it for their home because the thought of walking barefoot on icy-cold concrete

of finishes and is dramatically less expensive

puts them off. In fact, the opposite is true.

than timber floorboards. Water resistant and

Polished concrete has thermal qualities that

durable, laminate flooring can cop a beating from

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and cooling bills). Its thermal qualities mean it

PROS: Laminate is inexpensive and durable, and

absorbs heat during the day and releases it at

is available in a range of colours and finishes to

night when temperatures outside drop and you’d

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normally turn on the heat. During summer days,

kitchen cabinets for a seamless look.

it keeps your home cool because it takes longer to

CONS: It won’t add value to your home like

heat up than other flooring options.

floorboards can. This material doesn’t draw heat,

PROS: Hard wearing, thermal qualities and suits a

so can be chilly underfoot. It isn’t as long-lasting as

range of styles from industrial to contemporary.

stone or timber.

CONS: Is likely to crack in time –airline cracks are

Lino

Another challenge with this material is that if the

inevitable as the earth shifts beneath the home.

Linoleum floors have been used since the mid-

polyurethane coating on top is applied before

19th century but were in their heyday during the

the slab has cured, it may peel away. Drop glass

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Keep your deck in tip-top shape all year with these key tasks that could also save you time and money down the track.

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Clean it up Keeping your deck clean and clutter free is an easy way to ensure your outdoor area is as low maintenance as possible over the colder months.

Stack chairs and pack away furniture that you won’t be using over winter.

If your deck isn’t covered, you’ll need to remove fallen debris regularly – including leaves

Protect from the elements

and bird droppings – that can cause deterioration

Once your deck has been cleaned and repaired,

t can be easy to neglect your deck once summer has gone and alfresco entertaining

of timber if left for long periods.

you can think about how best to preserve its condition with constant exposure to rain and

isn’t quite as appealing. However, it’s still

Tip: Pot plants can collect moisture underneath

moisture. Applying a water-repellent sealer at

important to care for your deck throughout the winter months – it is an investment after all.

and, over time, cause rotting and warping of your deck. Moving them around – or if possible,

the start of winter will help to keep it protected – this is particularly important if your deck is

Here are some simple ways to ensure minor

bringing them indoors – will allow timber to

uncovered or only partially covered.

maintenance doesn’t turn into costly repair work when spring rolls around.

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Inspect and repair Once your deck is clear of obstacles, you’ll

cause serious damage to your deck, so schedule in a few thorough cleans over winter and you’ll

be able to assess its condition and see

thank yourself come September. A stiff brush

whether it needs repairs. Check for loose nails, screws or boards as well as any rotting

and a pressure cleaner should do the trick, as well as a regular sweep to remove anything

or cracking – this is especially important

damp and stagnant.

around stairs and guardrails.

Having any necessary repairs done as

Tip: When you’re ready to start using your deck

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again, give it a spruce up with a deck cleaner

potentially much more expensive) work down the track. Wood filler is ideal for holes

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Nature is one huge recycling mechanism.

The NaturalFlow system utilises these recycling mechanisms of nature by, harnessing its forces that have been quietly working together for thousands of years to break down and decompose waste all around us, and positions them in an enclosed eco-system module that simulates the natural forest floor. It will treat and

Established NaturalFlow System working quietly away

break down your wastewater – just as nature does

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STOREWIDE

BASIN & KITCHEN TAPS START....... FROM $79 TOILETS....................................................... FROM $249 PLYWOOD VANITIES............................. FROM $249 SHOWER UNITS ...................................... FROM $589 FREE STANDING BATHS ..................... FROM $979 SHOWER SLIDES..................................... FROM $79 HEATED TOWEL RAILS ........................ FROM $99 LED MIRRORS .......................................... FROM $289 LAUNDRY TUBS....................................... FROM $369 TOO MANY TO LIST – SEE IN STORE FOR MANY OTHER SPECIALS!

Hurry – sale must end August 31.

Master Bathroom Whangarei

137 Cameron St, Whangarei Ph 09 222 7088 Mon-Fri: 9am-5.30pm www.millen.co.nz

Traders Welcome!

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THE TEAM

is willing to help

Gasworks and Plumbing Limited is a locally owned and operated family business employing a team of experienced Gasfitters, Plumbers and Sheetmetal Fabricators.

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o job is too large -Commercial /Industrial Projects, a new house, a home renovation, the dripping tap or the kitchen gas hob that will not light.

The team is willing to help.

Our Trade Certified Gasfitters and Plumbers will certify Gas

appliances we install and issue you with a Gas Compliance Certificate on

completion of project.

Our staff are happy to listen to your ideas and offer advice to ensure you or

your clients make the correct decision when choosing a gas appliance and also provide ‘after sales support’.

In our showroom we have a great selection of Gas Fires on ‘live display’ enabling clients to view these fires operating and choose the perfect model to

Gasworks and Plumbing now offer services in the Bay of Island area.

suit their needs.

GASWORKS & PLUMBING LTD Plumbing and Gasfitting Contractors

Commercial | Residential | Industrial | Maintenance Sheet Metal Fabrication | Gas Water and Home Heating Main Office and Showroom - Cnr of Poto St & Porowini Ave, Whangarei Bay of Islands Depot - 1229 Bulls Road Kerikeri Hours: Mon - Fri 7.30 am - 5 pm

Phone 0800 400 192 www.gasworksandplumbing.co.nz

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Looking good in Northland

When Generation Homes representatives say house values in Northland are looking good, rest assured their thinking is in line with Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) findings.

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orthland has enjoyed a 10.5 percent increase in median house prices, compared to the same time last year according to the latest REINZ figures.

This increase, recorded in June, is greater than the median house price increase across New Zealand

(9.2 percent) for the same period. It takes the median house price in Northland up to $525,000.

Northland’s 10.5 percent increase is on par with Wellington and greater than, for example, the popular residential areas of Auckland (9.2 percent) and the Bay of Plenty (8.7 percent).

Managing Director of Generation Homes

Northland, David Skudder, says that good news comes on the eve of the opening of a new Generation Homes show home. Located in Parklands Estate, Sycamore Drive, Kamo West, the show home will open in October. It will bring the number of Generation Homes Northland show homes to three. The others are Totara Parklands show home at 88 Wairua Drive, Tikipunga, and One Tree Point show home at 2 Kahukaka Road, One Tree Point.

All show homes are in popular residential areas where Generation Homes already has a strong presence.

Parklands Estate

Parklands Estate is in Generation Homes newest subdivision in Whangarei. Home and land packages are available in this sought-after subdivision that is appealing to working professionals, the semi-retired and retired. Prices for Generation Homes start at $775,000 and generation site sizes range from 600m2 to 850m2. Shops and different levels of schooling are on the doorstep.

There’s also an abundance of greenery to enjoy, with a scenic reserve and recreation reserve right on the doorstep.

Totara Parklands subdivision at Tikipunga is appealing to young families and first and second home buyers.

Sites in this established community of

adventures; schools and a childcare centre;

and home and land package prices start at

reserves and playgrounds; hiking and sight-

$700,000. The subdivision includes a man-

seeing wonders.

woodland areas.

New infrastructure includes a recently opened primary school in this Tikipunga area.

today!

paddling beaches; offshore fishing and diving

newbuilds range from 435m2 to 809m2

made lake and is surrounded by parks and

build local. visit our sHow Homes

Demand is high for a slice of property at The Landing, One Tree Point. Stage one and two sold like hot cakes, and stage three is proving to be just as… hot! Life at The Landing embraces all that is magnificent about living close to the beach in the winterless north. Young families, the semi-retired and the retired – The Landing is appealing to all markets.

Home and land package prices in this safe harbour start at $650,000, with site sizes ranging between 600m2 and 800m2.

Think water vistas, north-facing flat sites, and Whangarei city only 36 kilometres away. Add to that: local shops and cafes; boat ramps, moorings and a sailing club; surf and

Generation Homes is pleased to offer viewings in all three of these premier spots. Visit a show home and know that your dream home in such dreamy localities can become a reality.

a Home for every Generation in nortHland Now selling home and land packages in Totara Parklands, Parklands Estate and The Landing Stage 3.

Visit our website for a virtual tour of our show homes or make an appointment with our friendly Northland Sales Team for an on-site viewing.

Tony Watkins 027 706 6590, Dan Priebs 027 362 4881 Isaac Aydon 027 212 1914

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