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For Angela Bird, her family’s recent move to Waipū meant the start of a new career, which began with her discovery of kinesiology, a therapy based on an ancient Chinese philosophy that helps balance the energy blockages in the body. Angela helps people who have physical, emotional or mental trauma from life experiences. She says she loves nothing more than helping her clients to feel better within themselves and loves the fact that the property she brought with her husband Ben accommodates her new-found career. Ann van Engelen
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“I love providing people with something they wouldn’t have otherwise, and this helps create stronger communities.”
Libby says she was totally surprised to be nominated.
“I was flicking through Facebook, and the award popped up, and I saw the Local Hero category. I instantly thought, ‘Libby is a local hero’, with all the things she has initiated for our communities.
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“I never thought I would be nominated for anything in my lifetime, and it is really nice to be thought of,” says Libby.
Libby Clews from Northern Helping Hands has been nominated by several community members for the upcoming Local Hero Award at the Kiwi Bank New Zealander of the Year Awards love providing people with something they wouldn’t have otherwise.”
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“She organises free family events and programmes that a lot of people can’t afford otherwise as many families are struggling. I have only met her once or twice, but we certainly appreciate all she“Withoutdoes. her, our community wouldn’t have a lot of the free fun events and initiatives we have. She works incredibly hard for us and I, along with many other people, believe she is very deserving of being acknowledged with this award.”
“I have a great team helping me as well, as I have to delegate to get everything done. I love serving the community with what I do, and I enjoy seeing people create friendships, getting themselves out there and making their lives better.
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Libby also organised the free washing machine and laptop programme, saving old washing machines and laptops from landfill, having them fixed and donating them to families in need.
“I love the preschool events in Wellsford and seeing the little children make new friends at a young age. It is so nice to see two little children meet each other and go off holding hands to play together, and then the mums and dads become friends too.
Nominations for the Kiwi Bank New Zealander of the Year Awards close on Wednesday, August 31. Go to nominate on the nzawards.org.nz website and follow the prompts. Choose the New Zealand Local Hero of the Year category and nominate your person of choice. ¢
“The award is for individuals who have shown selflessness and determination to make a difference in their community,” says nominator Wellsford resident Jolene McKewen.
“One thing Libby created is the Northern Helping Hands Facebook page, which helps people pass on the items they no longer need for free to other community members. Anything that still has life left in it can be given away through the page, redirecting things from the landfill and helping people who may need that particular item. “During Covid, she pulled off the Christmas Trail treasure hunt for families from the Mangawhai, Wellsford and Maungatūroto areas, and every child found a gift. She hosted the Easter Egg Hunt and has begun many other community initiatives throughout Kaipara, such as the Mangawhai Book Train, the Wellsford Preschool Soccer and also the Wellsford Sensory Sessions for Preschoolers, to name a few things.”
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“There were 900 firefighters from across New Zealand all up, and together we raised more than $1.2 million this year, which is outstanding, considering the current circumstances with life with Covid. “Teams from brigades around the area also competed and had fantastic results. There is a lot of training that goes on for us to be able to complete the climb as there are 1,103 steps and 51 flights to get to the top of the Sky Tower while wearing our full firefighting kit that weighs 25kg.
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u by Ann van Engelen Jo Brittenden and her business partners have co-owned BeforeSix childcare centre in Mangawhai since March 2021.
Our food scraps are collected by a local whānau whose tamariki attended the centre years ago to feed their chickens and“Wepigs.have made a great start and recently visited the Mangawhai Domain Gardens, and our tamariki were able to see what happens to the paper hand towels.
“We welcome new whānau/families into our centre,” says Sharon.
“We also celebrate our community by providing excursions around the neighbourhood by visiting the local village shops, going for bush walks and visiting the school as part of the tamariki transition from BeforeSix. “These excursions help our tamariki to build relationships with the people, places and things that surround us.”
p The tamariki that attend BeforeSix participate in excursions of various types exploring the local neighbourhood
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“Kinesiology helps balance the body, so our energy moves freely. People can have energy blockages as the result of things such as physical, emotional or mental trauma from life experiences.
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“The blockages sit in the body and affect organs or muscles. As therapists, we are very receptive to the body’s energy points, and we can feel the energy shift when we do the balance. As you move the energy around the body, there is often a shift in emotions too. ”We can do more than 300 different types of balances. It is a very powerful and profound technique, facilitating the body to heal itself.” Angela says people often go to her when they are generally not feeling themselves.
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“During the last lockdown, we decided to move north, and we found a beautiful property in Waipū and relocated in January, and I recently opened my kinesiology clinic. When I discovered kinesiology when a friend thought it would help me after going through a very stressful time in early 2019. For my first balance, I didn’t know what to expect as I didn’t know anything about kinesiology as it is still quite an unknown therapy.
by Ann van Engelen Angela Bird grew up in both Ireland and the UK prior to moving to New Zealand with her family six years ago and has since discovered the art of healing through kinesiology.
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“The energy is related to the five elements — fire, earth, metal, water and wood. Acupuncture also uses the same theory and is based on these traditions.
“I found the experience and the effect of the balance made life really profound and in many ways lifechanging. It interested me because it is about healing ourselves through using our body’s energy. It is based on the Chinese Meridian theory, concentrating on clearing the energy lines which are running through the body.” The theory is based on an ancient Chinese philosophy of ‘qi’ flowing through the body.
“My husband Ben and I moved to Auckland with our two children and would visit friends at their bach in Mangawhai frequently, and we came to love the area,” says Angela.
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Vegetable garden — Have you seen the price of broccoli and tomatoes? Yes, there will be digging and planting, weeding and slug removal, but think of the savings. As well as the delicious taste, home-grown veggies beat factory-farmed imported produce hands down and even contain more vitamins and other goodies. Barbecue area — Honestly, think of all the cooking you won’t have to do! With the grillmaster chief in charge, you’ll enjoy summertime meals without lifting a finger. Modern barbies can do all those slow-cooked dishes you’ve seen on TV chef programmes. Don’t ask about the dishes; do ask about the optional rotisserie that can accommodate a whole pig. For a bonus argument, go out for pulled pork or brisket and casually mention that you can cook this with the right kettle and offset smoker. Wood-fired pizza oven — All of the arguments above apply, but with Italian flair. Use a lot of expansive hand gestures and mention words like ‘artisanal’, ‘Tuscan’ and ‘formaggio’. Shade sail cover — Remember that last sunburn, when you dozed off on the deck reading the latest James Patterson opus? You said ‘never again’ — so let’s hoist the sails for summer. Easier to install than a fixed pergola, able to be taken down to clean and stowed during storm season, and provides a nesting spot up high so the cat can fulfil his dreams of being lord of all he surveys. Fish pond water feature — It’s meditative and relaxing, and if reports of exotic foreign day spas are correct, the fish will nibble at your toes in a pleasing manner. As an added bonus, should society collapse due to another round of petrol price hikes, you don’t have far to go with a rod and reel. Swimming pool — With climate change making every year hotter, eventually, we will need a pool, so why not beat the rush? Modern robot vacuums and filters make it easier than ever to avoid the pool becoming a green pit of primordial ooze, from which new life may one day arise. It’s possible to stretch the truth to insist that swimming, the ultimate low-impact sport, may even help turn a dad bod into the image of a heroic lifeguard. ¢
“Home-grown veggies beat factory-farmed imported produce hands down and even contain more vitamins and other goodies.”
A sorrowful backyard bereft of opportunities entertain can be there excuses to get what want Sometimes, excuses are just what you need to persuade that significant other who pays half the bills to give up on their ideas for a holiday in Bali or a new jet ski and really get behind some backyard projects. Here are the top arguments to deploy to get things rolling. Spa pool — Did you know that a soak in a good hot spa can relax muscle tension, relieve aches and pains, and even reduce blood pressure and the chance of a heart attack? Basically, not buying a spa pool is a recipe for complete physical collapse. Gently simmering your cares away also promotes better sleep, and that means less snoring.
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“The course covered everything about beauty therapy, including waxing, manicures, pedicures and facials, along with all other topics. My mum has her own beauty therapy businesses, and I think that is where my interest began. Watching mum inspired me to work hard and set up my own business.
“I officially opened on July 19 and was booked out for the first two weeks before I even had signage. “Being a people person, I enjoy giving my clients a personal touch and helping people feel great about themselves. My favourite and most popular service is brow shaping and tinting. Eyebrows are my forte because, to me, eyebrows shape your face and are the first thing people look at when they make eye contact with you.
“I qualified from the course in April 2012 and always had a dream to open a salon. It was just finding a good location and premises, and when this cabin became available by the Oasis Cafe at 198 Molesworth Drive, I jumped at the“Foropportunity.years,Iplanned in my head what I wanted when I opened my own salon, and now it is looking like the picture I had in my head. We painted the building black outside, and I have pink doors, and it looks very classy.
“I grew up on the Hibiscus Coast and made a move to Kaipara seven years ago to be close to my grandparents and get out of the big smoke,” says Alysha.
p Following in her mother’s footsteps, Alysha Galloway chose beauty therapy as a career when she was 16 years old
“I think I made the move at the right time. When I was 16 years old, I wanted to leave school, and my mum said I needed to study or get a job, so I signed up and completed a beauty therapy diploma with Elite Beauty and Spa.
“I offer treatments for males and females with all of my services, including facials and pedicures.”
“Encouraging people to focus on the mind, body and soul is also important, and I enjoy catering for all skin types and client concerns. I am passionate about my job and like that people can step out of their house and not have 100 things going on as they relax in my salon for a few minutes.
u by Ann van Engelen Alysha Galloway recently opened The Beauty Shop in Mangawhai after many years of dreaming and planning what a business would look like for her.
“Having correctly-shaped eyebrows transforms your face, and lash tints enhance your eyes and make them pop.
“I offer treatments for males and females with all of my services, including facials and pedicures. I invested in a spa pedicure chair, which is great for older clients as they get a massage and soak their feet at the same time.
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“To me, it is important for people to come and be pampered if they can afford it, especially with the stress people have nowadays. Even something little helps because right now, people are stuck in ruts after Covid, and they seem so busy.
“Laying on the bed for half an hour to get their brows done gives you a break. Children can’t interrupt, and you get a minute to yourself. It is often the little things that help you gain confidence and feel better about yourself.
“I was just 17 when I started beauty therapy school and was qualified at 19. It was well worth doing, and because I was so young, I enjoyed interacting with the older students, and I am still friends with many today. It has been nice to see them grow and start their own salons too.
“Outside of work hours, I enjoy time with my five-year-old son. He keeps me busy, and we enjoy gardening and going for walks, socialising and having breaks with my friends and family.
“I love seeing people of all ages become confident with the transformation of their skin turning over, and the scarring acne leaves be eliminated. Helping with skincare routines is also something I am pleased to be able to offer. I encourage people to use good quality products that encourage good skin, not cheap products that strip the skin bare.
“My passion is to help my clients look and feel beautiful, and I enjoy personalising each person’s treatment to suit their concerns. Not every person gets the same results, so it is important therapies are created unique for them.
“The area my shop is located in has a really nice feel to it, and we have a lot of passersby, especially with the cafe next“Wedoor.are close to the beach and have a pōhutukawa tree above the salon with tūī that come and sing and dance, which is lovely and adds a touch of nature.
“Between summer and winter, I suggest getting a facial every six to eight weeks, if you can afford it. Being comfortable in your own healthy skin means you often don’t feel the need to wear lots of make-up as you don’t have to cover blemishes and things.
“Starting small is good. From here, I want to grow my business and expand what I do now to help people with their skincare and personal grooming needs.”
Moving to Mangawhai seven years ago, Alysha is excited to have her new business, The Beauty Shop, now open
“My business motto is ‘Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself’, because I want my clients to be happy and comfortable in their own skin.
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“Kaipara is a great place to live, and being in Mangawhai, there is a large dynamic of people of all ages. You have retired people coming up to their baches, young families moving here, and holidaymakers all year round.
“Some of the nicest things I have seen is people who had really bad acne gain confidence in themselves when we have rectified their skin problems. I personally had bad acne when I was young, and that is one reason I decided to pursue beauty therapy as a career, I wanted to help others.
“It is always nice to see people investing in themselves. We offer gift vouchers too, which is a nice option to let the person you care about choose the service they would like.
p Alysha is proud to be a part of the commercial progress that is happening in the Mangawhai and Kaipara areas
“It is quite common now for people to go without make-up. Getting facials done helps with this as they keep your skin healthy and give you a nice complexion. Keeping skin hydrated also helps eliminate ageing and gives your skin a healthy glow.
“There are a lot of beauty therapists in the surrounding area, which is nice because not every therapist suits every personality.
“As a beauty therapist, we get to build relationships with our community and help people invest in themselves and learn about using quality products. To me, beauty therapy is all about helping other people to increase their own confidence and self-esteem.
“To me, it is important for people to come and be pampered if they can afford it, especially with the stress people have nowadays”
Aaron Pearson from the Top Shop Four Square in Wellsford took out the checkout operator of the year recently p Aaron has been in the supermarket industry for more than five years and if there is anything we can improve on. I like to make sure their shopping experience is good and that they know they can chat with you.
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“It is always encouraging to see people be nice. I know people who have had a stranger pass on kindness and pay for someone else’s groceries — there are lots of good stories out“Wethere.are known as the Top Shop in town and are famous for our chicken ‘n chips — even when I am not working, I stop and get some. We have one staff member who has been in the community for a long time, and everyone likes seeing her face too. “Joe Dodd, our employer, is really encouraging and great to work for. He owns the store and will often come and talk to customers. He interacts with the community to connect with local people, and our shop helps to support local“Winningevents.the award was an awesome experience for our whole team. We work our hearts out to improve our customer service, and being the best in the region proves that all the hard work we do pays off.” ¢
“It is always encouraging to see people be nice.”
“Every customer is important, and it is nice to know that we often make someone’s day that little bit extra special by being friendly. Sometimes, it is as simple as asking an older customer for ID if they are buying a bottle of wine. It makes them smile and reminds them that they are important.”
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Aaron says speed at the checkout comes with practice. “Speed takes practice, and I built up my speed over the past five years of checkout operating. If people are stressed, we try to remain calm and do our job to the best of our ability and try and help them out.
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The staff at Wellsford Four Square Top Shop are continuing to celebrate with team member Aaron Pearson who took out first place at the Northland Checker of the Year Competition.
“It was an exciting night as we competed for best speed, accuracy and customer service and checkout operation,” says Aaron. “I have worked at this store since April and was at New World Warkworth for five years prior — it was my job when I left school. I enjoy getting to know customers, meeting new people and hearing each person’s story because everyone you meet is different.“Iamnow a duty manager, so I mostly do checkouts when we get busy. To become a good checkout operator, you have to be accurate and scan correctly. To me, it is important to ask if your customer could find things OK
The competition was against other Four Square, Pak’nSave and New World supermarkets across the region.
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