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Anti-bullying scheme faces closure Council plans A programme that has been turning around the lives of troubled primary school pupils on the Coast for 10 years will be discontinued at the end of this term if no funding can be found. Ministry of Education funding for the innovative scheme, which uses basketball as a vehicle for promoting positive playground behaviour, has dried up because it no longer meets Ministry criteria and its instigator, Adrienne McKenty, says local primary schools do not have sufficient money to keep it running themselves. Ms McKenty, a learning and behaviour resource teacher based at Red Beach School, started the scheme, known as Project P, with the aim of replacing aggressive playground behaviour with active participation in sport. It is based on Project K, which introduces street kids and gang prospects to sport. “The feeling of belonging that attracts young people to gangs can also be met by a sports team,” Ms McKenty says. She chose basketball because it requires speed and provides an adrenalin rush. “Many of the boys that get into fights or bullying feed off adrenalin. This programme replaces negative behaviour with a sport that gives them that rush in a positive way. For many continued page 2

its final ARST funding round Artists who live in Rodney’s Hibiscus Coast Ward may be invited to apply soon for a grant from the Auckland Regional Services Trust (ARST) fund. An estimated $277,000 will be available for disbursement, representing the last-ever funding round from ARST on the Hibiscus Coast. Faced with the prospect of losing the $636,000 currently in the fund to the new Auckland Council coffers, Rodney District Council has decided on a double-pronged solution – the Hibiscus Coast’s share of the fund will be distributed, while the amount allocated to the Western, Central and Northern Wards, on a per capita basis, will be retained as a ‘special reserve fund’ which will transfer to Auckland. Council hopes that this will mean continued page 2

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pages 14 and 15 An anti-bullying programme that uses basketball as a focus will fold if no funding can be found. Pictured is Breakers community coach Laurence Levi Lianda throwing some baskets with students from the scheme.

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Shot at funding needed this is the first time they have been able to participate in organised sport, despite showing aptitude and interest, as their families cannot afford the cost.” She says it’s important to start interventions like this at primary school age, as research suggests that it is harder to make long-term changes in behaviour after the age of 14. Along with basketball coaching, the programme teaches anger management, how to nip bullying in the bud and also provides opportunities to share experiences. Children are selected to take part by teachers, with a maximum of 20 from up to eight schools involved in the group sessions. A professional basketball coach, trainee teachers and teacher aides run the sessions weekly at Silverdale School and most students are involved for at least a year. The scheme, which also uses pupils as positive role models, has proved its worth in changing the behaviour of bullies, their victims and children with anger issues. Teacher aides and teachers say they have noticed big changes, with students more settled, happier, more open to learning and with improved concentration. Students themselves say the programme helps them to stay out of trouble, do better at school, improve

their ball skills and make friends. Several also speak of coping better with grief caused by the death of a parent or caregiver. Those graduating from the scheme ‘pay it forward’ by becoming role models and teaching the skills they have learned to their peers. Many from the pilot scheme have gone on to represent the Coast in a range of sporting codes, and some have set up coaching programmes at college level. Dilworth College head basketball coach Doe Williams has provided basketball coaching and mentoring in the scheme since its inception. He says its success depends upon giving children a chance to turn their behaviour around, but there are no short cuts. “We expect them to step up and earn their place,” Mr Williams says. “Basketball coaching is an incentive, but the changes in attitude come from within.” Supporting the scheme requires around $3000 per year, and Ms McKenty says she hopes an individual or business may be able to provide sponsorship. “Bullying is a massive problem in NZ, with a government summit held just last year to address playground bullying. We have got the answer for the Hibiscus Coast and it would be a tragedy if Project P cannot continue.”

ARST disbursment plans that interest on the invested fund will still be available for annual grants to Rodney artists. The decision is subject to ratification by the Auckland Transition Agency. Although Council acknowledges that the timeframe to allocate the funds on the Hibiscus Coast will be tight, customer service director Lloyd Barton says it is doable.

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Council is working towards disbursing the funds prior to November 1 when the new Council takes over. The money represents the district’s share of an original $10 million one-off grant, which was disbursed when ARST was dissolved in 1998. However, unlike other Auckland councils who spent their funds, Rodney invested the principal and distributed only the interest.

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Sixteen heritage projects in Rodney have been allocated just under $50,000 from the annual Heritage Assistance Fund. In total, 21 applications were received totalling just over $70,000. The only project funded on the Hibiscus Coast is the former Wade School, at Silverdale, which receives $5000 to replace the exterior of the building and provide fencing.

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The cost of keeping a mayor Rodney Mayor Penny Webster’s credit card expenses reveal that socialising and attending meetings is not only a major part of the job description, but the major expense. Catering and entertainment expenses Her base salary, set by the for the period October 2007 to May Remuneration Authority, is $113,665, this year came to nearly $8000, with while Councillors receive a base salary travel and taxis $8650. This makes up of between $56–$57,000. more than $16,000 of the total spend By contrast, the Authority has of $18,375 (full details below). determined that the new Auckland The Mayor has had the use of a Council Council Mayor will be paid $240,000, vehicle since 2008 and also claimed and councillors will receive a base rate of $80,000. $4401 in Councillor expenses. Mayoral credit card spending October 2007 to May 2010 (round figures) Catering $4200 Sundry expenses 234 Conference costs $1493 Travel – domestic $6258 Entertainment $3793 Travel – international 54 Parking/taxis $2340 Total: $18,375

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Jed’s jetski adventure begins The Ultimate Ride – an attempt to ride from London to Auckland by personal watercraft (HM May 19), began on August 1 when the team, including Jed Martin of Manly, set off down the River Thames. The 31,000km epic journey aims to set a world record for personal watercraft while raising funds for cancer research. According to team leader Jeremy Burfoot the launch day in London was “magic”, with around 100 supporters on jetskis escorting the team down the Thames. Jet skiing on modified Seadoo GTXs from there to Rotterdam took around nine hours, a lot more than expected

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due to choppy seas in the English Channel. Since then the team have powered their way through the rivers and canals of the Netherlands, Germany and Austria, and through Hungary and Croatia to Serbia. From there they will head to Turkey before continuing over the Black Sea to Istanbul. As Hibiscus Matters goes to print, they are located just south of Belgrade. Jed, aged 22, is riding the first leg, to Turkey, after which he will return to the Coast where he works as an engineer. He will rejoin the team for the ride into Auckland, expected to be in November. Info: www.londonsydney.com

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A combination of conservation work, demolition and rebuilding that will transform St Stephen’s Anglican Church in Whangaparaoa may begin before the end of the year. Vicar of St Stephen’s, Rev Ian Hardcastle, says the congregation is celebrating the first real progress for years; resource consent was obtained from Rodney District Council last month, and hard on its heels came an ARC grant for conservation work. The church is already within $100,000 of the total of $1.8 million required for the project. Rev Hardcastle says the final fundraising push is underway, to cover furnishings and fittings for the new building. The plans, prepared by architect Glyn Bilkey, include complete restoration of the historic church, which opened

in 1917 and is believed to be the oldest public building on the Coast. A conservation plan is in its final draft stage. The complex alongside will be demolished and a new one built, linked to the original church by a courtyard. It has a lower roof profile, ensuring clear views of the old church from most vantage points. The new complex will seat 200 people, with capacity for 200 more at tables in a hall and meeting area combined. “We are quite excited as the church currently seats only 80 and this will enable us to grow,” Rev Hardcastle says. The architect is working on more detailed plans as part of the building permit application with building likely to begin at the end of this year, or early next.

Highway handover hoped for

A new target date has been set for the handing over of sections of State Highway through Dairy Flat, Silverdale, Orewa and Waiwera to Rodney District Council by the NZ Transport Agency. At Council’s Infrastructure and Environment Committee meeting on July 22, a resolution was passed that negotiations would continue with the Transport Agency, in an attempt to achieve revocation of the highway no later than October 31 so that the matter could be handed over to Auckland Council. The original date proposed for revocation was July 1 last year, when it lost its State Highway designation. Infrastructure director Murray Noone says negotiations have focused on the need for repairs to be undertaken on significant portions of the road, before Council is prepared to take it over. Implementation of improvements on the road, including the Silverdale intersection, will fall to Auckland Council, which Mr Noone says will spread the rates burden that would have otherwise fallen on Rodney ratepayers.

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Hibiscus Matters welcomes readers contributions to Feedback. Preference will be given to letters of 150 words or less, and the editor reserves the right to edit letters to meet space limitations. Unsigned letters, personal attacks or defamatory remarks will not be published. Contributions can be emailed to terry@localmatters.co.nz or posted to Whangaparaoa Hall, 717 Whangaparaoa Road.

Highest claims, hardest workers I read with interest your article regarding the expenses claimed by Rodney District Councillors for a three-year period. On the face of it, the councillors with the highest claims appear to be doing an injustice to ratepayers compared to those with lower claims. The fact of the matter is that claims usually reflect the number of meetings that councillors attend and the distance they travel to these destinations. In other words, often the councillors with the highest expenses are working the hardest. It is no different to our local MP Lockwood Smith, whose travel expenses compared to MPs living in or close to Wellington will be significantly higher,

and understandably so. In the case of Rodney District, councillors in rural areas will have very significant mileage if they are to fulfil the full responsibilities of their job. I challenge Hibiscus Matters to publish a similar story comparing attendance of councillors over the last three years at Council meetings, workshops, extraordinary meetings, and community meetings (not including where a councillor is a member of the committee concerned, e.g. the local tennis club). This chart will clearly show which councillors worked hard for the community. The chart could highlight where a councillor had attended a meeting and

Land sales a Council legacy Rodney District Council’s land sales as per Hibiscus Matters’ report on August 4, are an act of sabotage. Council has had long enough to sell these properties, but it hasn’t worked and has ended up in the ratepayers inheriting a debt. As a candidate for the Hibiscus Local Board I consider they have a responsibility to allow the incoming representatives to make

Not a two-horse race

I applaud Hibiscus Matters for inviting all Mayoral Candidates to give views on a wide range of issues. Other local papers offer no such openness – Mr Banks and Mr Brown are the only ones that they promote. The situation is replicated by

left early, and where a councillor was absent through illness or bereavement. I hope this chart will be published prior to the election so we can vote for the councillors who work hard for our community. John Law (former mayor), Wainui Editor’s note: Council’s response to the request for information, as per John Law’s letter above, was: “We can provide information about Councillor attendance at Council meetings over the past three years however this information will take some time to collate and it is not likely to be available before next week or the following week. We do not hold records of Councillor attendance at workshops or community meetings.”

the decision as to whether they wish these sales to be carried on. They are having what amounts to a Fire Sale and I strongly object to that. As for the Chief Executive saying that consultation would be had before making a decision – then why put the Mad Butchers site up for sale now? No wonder this outgoing Council is in such a panic, they don’t want the

new breed of people to see what a mess they have left. Well to the outgoing council I say “thanks a lot for this act of sabotage”, what is next and what else are you doing to make life difficult? The people of Rodney (soon to be Albany Ward) have had enough of your ways.

the Rodney Division of the National Party who is not interested in hearing from any other candidate. This is a far cry from the meetings held last election when all Rodney mayoral candidates were able to connect with the voters.

They did not face the obnoxious predetermination by one candidate’s supporters. Cr Ross Craig, Okura For more letters see our website www. localmatters.co.nz

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Stanmore swing stolen

The basket swing that was part of Rodney District Council’s makeover of Stanmore Bay playground was stolen in April and replaced with a new one last month. The swing cost $7000 to replace. In addition, two big swings were removed from the playground around six weeks ago. These have also been replaced. Anyone with information contact local police.

iSite goes to CCO

Orewa’s i-Site, currently operated by Rodney District Council, will become part of Auckland’s Tourism, Events and Economic Development Council Controlled Organisation after November 1. Council’s assistant chief executive Warren Maclennan says the iSite is likely to provide the same level of service at least until July next year.

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Male perspective At an Alzheimer’s and Dementia talk in Rodney, Dr Gavin Pilkington said research showed that married men live seven years longer than unmarried men. A male voice in the audience piped up … “no they don’t, it just seems that way”.

Car freshener A woman whose car slipped its handbrake, rolled down a hill, through a small garden and into a fence at Hatfields Beach, causing damage to both car and property, managed to look on the bright side. One of the plants her car ran over was a lavender bush …. “the car smelt lovely for days”.

A hearse built for two? During discussion on the SH1 Puhoi to Wellsford project, Mayor Penny Webster emphasised the point that she wanted the new road built sooner rather than later. “Grahame Powell and I don’t want to be in a hearse the first time we drive down it!”

Photo call Supercity mayoral candidate Andrew Williams has a different approach to supplying an image of himself for publication than any other candidate. While Hibiscus Matters received a standard image from most candidates, Andrew Williams sent a selection of no less than 10 photos – including a few of his “casual, beach look”.

God’s golden arches? Research associated with restoration of historic St Stephen’s church in Whangaparaoa revealed that Vicar McDonald of Warkworth paid for the church to be built, along with four others in the region, using family money. The vicar’s first name was Ronald. Rev. Ian Hardcastle joked that this could be an opportunity in disguise. “We thought with McDonalds going in across the road, we might approach them for funding, or perhaps naming rights.”

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Fish climb the ladder of success Ladders for fish are not something you see every day, so the arrival of one in Stanmore Bay has caused a lot of interest from passers-by. The ladder in the Stanmore Stream (by supplied the cost-efficient design. Stanley Hunt yard on Whangaparaoa Pauline says the ladder contributes to Rd) allows freshwater fish such as the ecology of the area, as a decline in banded kokopu, short finned eels and the fish population of streams reduces red finned bullies access into the upper the food supply for marine species. reaches of the stream. This migration “We are grateful to Council staff who is an essential part of the life cycle of acknowledged the problem and found fresh water fish. the funds to rectify it,” Pauline says. The ladder was installed by Rodney “We hope we can resolve other issues District Council after consultation in relation to the Stanmore catchment with Hibiscus Coast Forest and Bird. in the same spirit of cooperation.” Hibiscus Coast Forest and Bird chair She says other concerns raised by the Pauline Smith says a survey conducted survey include the fact that the Vipond last year of all the streams that Stream starts on a piece of bush clad contribute to the Stanmore catchment land known as the Archers Block on identified the need for the ladder. the Weiti River, which is on Council’s Freshwater fish expert Dene Andre for sale list.

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Hibiscus Coast’s recreational plan released Main road needs The allocation of land at Metro Park for the construction of an additional Leisure Centre has been given high priority in the draft Hibiscus Coast Active Recreation Plan, which is currently open for submissions. The 30-page plan does an assessment particularly practise facilities. trend. Where will these go on the of existing facilities, and looks at future “I’d like to see us use the consultation Hibiscus Coast?” demands and trends, and lists 10 actions period to gather some specific Cr Gaye Harding said it was also graded from low to high priority. information about the sort of pressure important for sports clubs to “think outside the square”. As well as Metro Park, the other clubs are experiencing,” he said. high priority actions are to revise the “People don’t want to have to travel “When sports field are closed for standards for the level of service for great distances for their sport, practises due to rain, we see some of active sports parks to 3.9 hectares per particularly practises and we don’t want these clubs using the Leisure Centre and 1000 residents and designation of to create congestion by centralising the beach,” she said. “Council can’t be expected to just provide more fields.” Metro Park as the premier park for everything at Metro Park. active recreation within the region. “We need to be mindful of the fact that Open space planner Leo Jew said the plan At a Strategy and Community meeting Wentworth and Kingsway Colleges was designed to be a legacy document on August 5, Cr Wayne Walker said have virtually no playing fields, and that would give definition and direction sporting clubs were under pressure that outdoor gyms and community to the new Auckland Council. and facilities were incredibly stretched, gardens are an emerging recreational Submissions close on September 6.

Local Board candidates slow to come forward Locals are not exactly lining up to represent the community on the Hibiscus Coast division of the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board. The Electoral Office advises that only two people have so far officially nominated for the four positions available. There has also only been one nomination for the East Coast Bays division of the board – Laurie Conder. Three nominees are registered for Albany Ward, with several more in the wings. The final day for nominations is August 20. However, it seems last minute nominations are the norm in local body elections.

Independent Election Services communications manager Raewyn Vaiaku says there is a culture of presenting last minute nominations. “However, if there are insufficient nominations to fill the positions as at noon August 20, by-elections will result,” Raewyn says. Every voter in Albany Ward can vote for the Mayor, two Albany Ward councillors on the Auckland Council and four local board members for the Hibiscus Coast subdivision of the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board. Would-be voters must enrol by August 20 to have voting papers delivered to their letterbox. You can still enrol after this date by contacting Council

and asking for a Special Vote Pack. Enrolment forms are available from any PostShop, by calling 0800 367 656, online at www.elections.org.nz or by free texting your name and address to 3676. Albany Ward: Nominations as at August 13: Laurie Conder, Linda Cooper, Ross Craig. Also standing: Michael Goudie, John Kirikiri and Julia Parfitt, Wayne Walker Hibiscus & Bays Local Board, Hibiscus Coast division: Nominated as at August 13: Colin Forster, Jennifer Kipfer. Also standing: Neil Miller and John Watson, Ross Yeager For more coverage of local body elections, www.localmatters.co.nz

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Viewpoint with Christine Rose ChristineRose@arc.govt.nz ARC Councillor for Rodney

Legacies of regional government Mature cities around the world manage the wider effects of urban development through regional governance. Auckland has had regional-level management since the 1960s. The Auckland Council will roll regional and local functions into one, removing planning checks and balances that currently exist. Critics of the Auckland Regional Council say it’s good that the this entity will be dissolved, especially since it has regularly protested against development (often coastal) in the Environment Court. Auckland regional government has long defended landscapes, natural and cultural heritage, open space and other values, in the wider public interest. The ARA stepped in to secure Wenderholm from development in the 1960s and millions of Aucklanders have benefitted ever since. Subsequent regional councils have followed this principle; preventing development (‘growth’) in some locations but allowing access to beaches, farms, peace and quiet, and heritage for all. Ironically there are economic gains from this environmental protection, but social benefits are also clear. Regional Councils haven’t always bought land to protect it, instead using legal processes such as Environment Court appeals. In recent years the ARC has supported local communities to protect villages, towns and wider landscape and environmental values at Omaha/Tawharanui, Te Arai (ongoing), South Kaipara, Waimauku, and Rainbows End (Matakana). In many cases the ARC and local communities have achieved significant victories. We have supported local groups (often taking on developers and Rodney District Council) and this has been welcome, well received, and right. The ARC has not just defended local values, but regional values as well, as has been our mandate for over 50 years. The ARC is also criticised for encouraging planned growth in existing towns, especially where they can be serviced with appropriate infrastructure. In these debates, the ARC has been accused of foisting growth on communities while reflecting local growth plans as offered up to the Regional Growth Strategy and related agreements. Many of these plans lack a community mandate and buy in. Extreme intensification of existing townships and rural sprawl threaten Rodney’s quality of life. Ad hoc development in coastal and rural areas cannot be sustained. In moving to one Council, which unites local and regional roles, a balance will need to be found between accommodating growth and protecting other values. This is Cr Christine Rose’s last column for Hibiscus Matters, as Rodney’s ARC representative. We thank her for her contributions and wish her well in the upcoming election. Viewpoint will resume in November.

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So while 20 years seems quite hectic for Leanne, she’s certainly acquired the right skills and experience to help customers reach their financial goals. “I have a strong business acumen and I personally know the stresses of running a small business, keeping on top of tax and managing staff, all at the same time.”

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Raw sewage running down the path is not a great look for any garden, but when this happened to me last month, I decided there could be a silver lining. During heavy rain we followed our noses to discover a trickle of raw sewage making its way down our back garden. The trickle soon became a torrent. Council workers duly arrived and what a cheerful pair they were. Despite having to stem a flow of sewage in the rain and dark, they were positively chirpy. They traced the source of the leak to a manhole that wasn’t on Council’s maps, hidden beneath layers of mulch at the foot of a group of trees. It took two days of coming and going to fix the problem, and during this time I dared not look at the garden, fearing a combination of muddy boots and sewage would have all but destroyed a new planting of variegated hydrangeas. Eventually I took a look, and was thrilled to discover the clean up had not damaged a single stem of my little shrubs. Even the carpet of violets beneath the trees remained unharmed. I imagine this took a great deal of care on the part of the workers, and I’m very grateful for that. And as for the silver lining – I’m looking forward to a magnificent crop of feijoas, as the soil beneath that tree absorbed an awful lot of “nutrients”. On another topic, my silk tree (Albizia julibrissin) recently hosted native kaka that stripped bark from several branches. Although we didn’t see the bird, a friend identified the culprit from the scratch marks and the way the bark had been torn off. Thanks SOSSI! We feel honoured to have had such a visit, however in Wellington the welcome mat laid out for kaka is wearing pretty thin, with tree damage causing residents and the Botanical Gardens serious concern. So far these beautiful birds are attacking only exotics – yet another reason to plant more natives. More than 300 nominations for groups of trees or individual trees in urban areas that need protection have been received by Rodney District Council. The trees were nominated by members of the public as part of a Plan Change that will list trees for protection under the District Plan. Changes to the Resource Management Act mean only trees on the District Plan schedule, or on public reserves, will be protected from January 2012. Council officers are assessing each tree nominated. A more detailed assessment, and final decisions as to which trees will be included in the schedule, will fall to Auckland Council.

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The sixth annual Swim to Win on Orewa Beach attracted its biggest field ever with around 60 locals prepared to Jayne & Debbie jump into the surf in mid-winter to support the Westpac Rescue Helicopter. will do your hair & makeup for that special occasion The event challenges locals to take a Call 09 4274025 or 027 280 0492 mid-winter dip in order to raise funds to book your makeover! for charity, and go in the draw for a pool of prizes which this year included a trip for two to the Queenstown Untitled-1 1 6/08/2010 10:45:05 a.m. Winter Festival and a kayak from PSYCHOLOGY LTD Johnson’s Outdoors. CHILD ~ FAMILY ~ EDUCATION While some donned wetsuits or fancy Psychologist Pauline dress as insulation, the majority wore Ogilvy provides only their togs and a smile as they professional support with relationship issues, plunged into the surf. Few lingered parenting, infant, to swim for more than a few minutes, child or teen behaviour, although many reported it was not as emotional, social or cold as expected. learning concerns. The Westpac helicopter landed in Call 021 250 1483 the carpark alongside the Orewa Surf E pauline@keypsychology.co.nz. WWW.KEYPSYCHOLOGY.CO.NZ Lifesaving Club, and soon attracted a crowd keen to take a close look and The Leisure Centre swim team were learn more about its operations from enthusiastic participants in the Swim the crew. to Win.

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A fresh look at skincare There has been a lot of focus in the media lately about harmful ingredients in cosmetics and skincare products. For most people it’s not really practical to learn about all these thousands of ingredients and read the labels to make sure their products are safe. It takes all the fun out of shopping (I can attest to that I am a terrible label reader but that’s part of my work) and let’s face it we don’t really want to do without. We can, however, easily make some gorgeous potions ourselves at home to substitute for commercial skincare products. These can be tailored to your particular needs and taste, they are made from fresh ingredients and do not contain the preservatives, heavy metals, fragrances, fillers or emulsifiers often found in commercial formulations. It’s as much fun as shopping and a lot easier on the wallet. In future columns I will introduce ideas for scrubs, face masks, baths and anti-aging serums that you can make yourself. Baths: Soaking in a fragrant bath is the most divine way to treat yourself. A couple of drops of essential oils can be emulsified in milk, goat’s milk, bicarbonate of soda or rock salt and swirled into the bath once it’s ready. Fresh rose petals, a sprig of rosemary or lavender flowers are a lovely addition to this ritual. Here’s a recipe for an old favourite of mine for winter aches: 2 drops rosemary essential oil • 2 drops manuka essential oil. Mix into: 100g of coarse ground sea salt, or Epsom salts • 2 Tbsp bicarbonate of soda. Swirl into bath or footbath once you have finished running taps. Note: You can substitute the oils for a sprig each of fresh thyme, rosemary and manuka as you are running the bath and these can be removed before draining the bath. There are no preservatives added so mix as much as you need each time and use it all up. Have fun and experiment with your favourite ingredients until you find your own perfect recipe.

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Where did the time go! This time three years ago, who would have guessed we were heading into a world recession that would send thousands of businesses bankrupt worldwide, leave millions out of work and see economic activity shrink to almost zero. This time three years ago, Rodney was the second fastest growing region in NZ, property prices were soaring and the future looked bright. In the climate of the time, launching a brand new community newspaper on the Hibiscus Coast, which was completely dependent on advertising, seemed like a really good idea! We expected our start-up months to be tough, which they were as we trained new staff and got systems running smoothly. But nothing could have prepared us for the challenges of an ever-deepening recession. We watched with sympathy, and a certain amount of dread, as new businesses around us started and failed, and established businesses with sound track records hunkered down like soldiers under attack. And although these circumstances have

at times made us question the wisdom of this venture, there have been two things alone which have kept us buoyed throughout this journey – the loyal support of advertisers and the feedback from our readers. When the paper hits the streets twice each month, the emails arrive and the phones start ringing. You tell us what you like and don’t like, what you agree with and disagree with, you correct us, encourage us and keep us on our toes. And there are times, too, when you thank us for making a difference. It’s clear that this community appreciates having a newspaper that informs it about events large and small, a media voice that isn’t afraid to ask our leaders to be accountable, and a paper that delivers the news that makes the Hibiscus Coast unique. We take a lot of pride in our paper and we believe you do too. We owe a very special ‘thank you’ to the businesses who took the leap of faith at the beginning. Without their loyal advertising support, residents would not be as well-informed about local issues as

The Hibiscus Matters team from left, Lorry McCarthy, Beth Parton, Pauline Stockhausen and Terry Moore.

they are. Manly Care Chemist, Eddie Law, Eric Oddi, Key Fitness, Dennis Gates, Orewa Menswear and Fairy Godmothers are a few that spring to mind. Supporting these businesses, and the others that advertise on these pages, keeps this newspaper in business. Having weathered the worst (we hope)

On Target Marketing – Mark Kent, Director An important part of the Hibiscus Matters production chain is distribution. With more than 18,500 copies of the paper printed every issue, the distribution network includes the rural postal service, shop and business drop-offs from Dairy Flat to Waiwera, and a team of roughly 25 street walkers managed by On Target Marketing. On Target director Mark Kent says people look forward to receiving their copy of Hibiscus Matters and it is great to be part of something that is truly

local. He says On Target offers both personalised service to local businesses and additional income to his ever-growing team of walkers. “It is a hard job walking the streets delivering pamphlets and local newspapers,” he says “I know I’ve done it many times when someone pulls out at the last minute.” This kind of personalised service is what sets On Target Marketing apart from other distribution companies. It is essential to ensure local businesses’ messages get to the people they intend it to.

of what the recession can throw at us, we are looking forward to better times ahead for all businesses on the Coast. Thank you for your support and we will continue to do our best to deliver the best news coverage on the Hibiscus Coast for Coasters. Jannette Thompson – Publisher Hibiscus Matters thanks all our columnists, who help keep us informed with their specialist knowledge: Alison Holst, Cuisine • Brett Olson, Books • Catherine Opie, Natural Health • Christina Cowan, DVDs • Christine Rose, Viewpoint • Derek Robertson, Fishing • Nikki Latham, Coastguard • Pam Ellender, Herbs • Peter Melvin, Active Living • Ruth Olsen, History • Wayne Ross, Finance

Keeping ahead of the times One of the features about Hibiscus Matters that makes it stand out from other community newspapers is the investment we’ve made in www.localmatters.co.nz. Additional staff have been engaged to keep the site regularly updated, not only with news and information, but also online A-Z business and community directories. There are forums on local issues giving readers a chance to have their say, videos and photo galleries. You can also follow us on facebook and twitter.

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Hibiscus Matters thanks all its loyal advertisers, some of whom have supported the paper since the very early days. A selection of long-standing clients share their thoughts about the paper below:

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Eric Oddi, Eric Oddi for Blinds: A wise ad-man once said, ‘A study concluded that advertising was effective about 50 percent of the time. It was just not sure which 50 percent was effective’. With results like that, even a small business like Eric Oddi for Blinds needs to advertise. I cannot think of a better way to make the public aware of my services than in Hibiscus Matters. As a long time advertiser, I can say that the results have made it worth the investment. Hibiscus Matters, with their in depth coverage of local news, is the only real locally owned newspaper in these parts and I know that they will continue to bring local news to the locals. That is right where I want to be with my business.

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Dennis Gates, Worried?: I am happy to support Hibiscus Matters, a very professionally produced and presented paper, with helpful and friendly staff. May you continue to flourish well into the future. Advertising in the paper has increased awareness of the service I offer.

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Tania Adams, Manly Care Chemist: Hibiscus Matters is a great local community paper. I find its in-depth articles really interesting reading and my customers seem to too.

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Eddie Law: Hibiscus Matters is always a good read; I like the fact that the paper talks about issues that are important and relevant to the local community, which is not the way the big papers go. I like anything that keeps this area friendly and a nice place to live and lets us know about what’s happening in our own backyard.

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Jonathan Lee, Key Fitness: This is an awesome little paper. I like the fact that it’s by locals, about locals, and for locals. It’s really inspiring to read articles that are not afraid to take to task big issues for the community. Good luck for the future.

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Berneece Tait, Fairy Godmothers: Fairy Godmothers Inc congratulates Hibiscus Matters on their three-year anniversary. The paper is family-friendly and informs and connects the community in a helpful, positive way. Through advertising with Hibiscus Matters, our profile has been lifted and thereby we have been able to assist more families in our community.

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Birthday issue celebrates Kiwi sourced paper This third birthday issue of Hibiscus Matters is a little bigger and also celebrates our first edition on NZmade paper stock. “For the past three years, we’ve been printing on imported paper, mainly from China,” publisher Jannette Thompson says. “We’re a locally owned business and it’s our policy to source materials as close to home as possible, so we’re very pleased to be finally printing on paper made in Kawerau. The paper pulp is produced from off-cuts so, in essence, we’re using a waste product.” It takes about 1.4 tonnes and oneand-a-half hours to print each issue of Hibiscus Matters at the Horton Media plant at East Tamaki. The Goss Super Suburban Community Press is the only one of its kind in NZ and is ideally suited for small runs. The Quadtech automatic colour registration, automatic in-feeds, electronic web guides and zero speed paper splices are designed to keep waste to a minimum.

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Looking back – what made the Hibiscus news

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The first issue of Hibiscus Matters, published August 8, 2007, was a taste of things to come. It featured stories that are ongoing today, such as the Whangaparaoa Family Centre’s request from Rodney District Council for land, tree plantings at Raroa, as well as stories about schools and community groups, business, sport and the creative sectors. In the 67 issues that followed, Hibiscus Matters has continued its focus on uncovering what makes the Coast tick. The front page story (HM March 19, 2008) that included an architect’s drawing of the five-storey apartment and retail complex proposed for Manly Village unleashed a storm of protest that fell just short of the Environment Court; the same could be said for the image of the 31.5m building that Cornerstone Developments planned to build on Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa, revealed for the first time in April 16, 2008 issue. On-going stories about the future of land on the Coast, including the sale of Peninsula Golf Club’s land

in Red Beach for development and uncertainty over the Theosophical Society’s land in Orewa, also continue to cause controversy. The paper followed the local fallout as Blue Chip and other companies – such as the former owners of Kensington Park – went into receivership. This included the inside story as members of Gulf Harbour Country Club took over the club from director Mark Bryers. A series of stories about the removal of Orewa mini golf – an issue that the paper was first to bring to the public’s attention (July 2, 2008) – also caused a stir, leading to a roadside protest that fell on deaf Council ears. The September 16, 2009 issue had two landmark front-page stories – the revelation of plans to demolish historic Stoney Homestead in Silverdale North and the release of the list of properties Council proposes to sell, which would not have been made public without Hibiscus Matters’ recourse to the Official Information Act.

A rescue package for Stoney Homestead is currently being thrashed out between Council and owners WFH Properties, with input from the community. Putting community first yy The paper promotes the efforts of hard working volunteers, including providing support for dozens of fundraising initiatives as well as sponsoring community events such as the Soap Box Derby and Rodney Live. Coastguard Hibiscus is a popular columnist. yy It was also the first paper in Rodney to introduce a monthly segment on local schools (in September 2008) and continues to support the education sector with the regular Education on the Coast feature. yy Stories about the formation of an open sanctuary at Shakespear Regional Park started in our August 22, 2007 issue, when the plan was first introduced, and continues this year with regular updates as the pest proof fence is built.

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Above: Our journalists are trained to expect the unexpected – and capture it in images such as this one of a tricky boat launch in Gulf Harbour. (December 2008). Right: The Hibiscus Coast Leisure Marchers prove you’re never too old to get your marching orders. Out in front is senior member Betty O’Connor, aged 78. (September 2009)

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This year’s charity is the Polio Plus Programme of the Rotary Foundation. Polio Plus is the most ambitious programme ever undertaken in Rotary’s history. It is part of the volunteer arm of the global partnership dedicated to eradicating polio. For more than 20 years, Rotary has led the private sector in the global effort to rid the world of this crippling disease. Today, Polio Plus and its role in the initiative is recognised worldwide as a model of public-private co-operation in pursuit of a humanitarian goal. In an effort to achieve this eradication, Rotarians have mobilised by the hundreds and thousands. They are working to ensure that children are immunized against this crippling disease and that surveillance is strong despite the poor infrastructure, extreme poverty and civil strife of many countries. Since the Polio Plus programme’s inception in 1985, more than two billion children have received the oral polio vaccine. In achieving world relief from this dreadful disease, we safeguard the children of New Zealand. Many parents seem to prefer the disinformation and pseudo-science of the anti-immunisation “movement to the incontrovertible facts established by medical research. As a result, in 2007

only 75% of our NZ two year olds were fully vaccinated. That means that not only are the disbelievers own children at risk but so are others. So long as planes fly into NZ from countries where deadly diseases are still not eliminated, at least 25% of our children are at risk. That leaves NZ in renewed danger of epidemics that we thought we had seen the last of.

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What is the key for KiwiSaver? As KiwiSaver grows it is attracting more attention from investors, the fund management industry and media. This will only intensify as investor fund balances get larger. One example was the recent report comparing KiwiSaver providers and funds at the end of June. The report compared performance, estimated costs and how much money was in each fund. Unfortunately, such surveys invariably lead to irrelevant comparisons between funds and fund managers. The focus was generally on the fact that some funds which had attracted the most money from investors were among the poorest performers. The clear inference was that this was a bad thing, when in reality it makes little difference at this point. As a retirement savings vehicle, KiwiSaver is about investing for the long term. It is also about the growth in an individual’s account, not the fund. With small account balances, that is driven more by the level of combined contributions. The key issues for investors are how much they are saving, whether they are in the right type of fund for their circumstances and the robustness of the fund manager’s investment process. Service, support, total costs and transparency of information are also important. Unfortunately this type of information can be very difficult to uncover. Because of the ability to easily move KiwiSaver accounts, there is a risk investors will make poor investment decisions based on irrelevant information. Anecdotally it appears managers are already experiencing 20-25 percent turnover of members as they flit from one fund to another. Ultimately this will be a cost borne by investors. Why there is such high turnover at the moment is an interesting question. Traditionally the way to gather funds in the NZ market has been to trumpet past performance and rely on a large institutional brand or alternatively be fronted by a cult personality. KiwiSaver seems to have started off on the same path, but with members diverse in terms of age, savings, ethnicity and interests, perhaps we are already seeing this might not be sufficient for providers to be successful. I N TRO D U C I N G n

Faithfully Yours Mini Market God’s will, and a lot of research, has resulted in a new source of organic products in Whangaparaoa. Faithfully Yours Mini Market owner Nelson Bulsari was looking for a change from his business importing packaging and says inspiration came when he visited the Hibiscus Coast. He says the area seemed perfect for a new venture, because of the strong, growing community and pleasant lifestyle. Nelson spent three months visiting the Coast from his home in Hobsonville, taking note of the large numbers of commuters, where development was occurring and local facilities. He also visited trade shows and read widely

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before deciding what sort of business to open. In the end, however, he says it was his faith in God that led to his mini market specialising in organic and gluten free foods. “This store is the answer to all my prayers,” Nelson says. “I wanted to offer something unique and supply special products that are hard to find locally. Since I opened a month ago I am getting great support from the community, which will allow my business to grow.” The store provides general groceries as well as the organic range, which includes dairy products, rice, cereals and soups and fresh fruit and vegetables. The gluten-free range includes chocolate, biscuits and chips. Nelson says his aim is to turn the business into a full gluten-free and organic market, but in the meantime the balance is working well.

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“We jumped at the chance to promote a top end product and make a fresh start.” The advantages of good quality power equipment include longevity, ease of use, less vibration and lower emissions. Judy handles Stihl Shop’s accounts and combines this with her job as practice manager at Manly Medical Centre. She says working locally provides a good life balance. Now if she could only get Peter to mow the lawn. “Our lawns at home suffer because we’re always so busy, and it’s the last thing we feel like doing after a day among the mowers.”

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Self-confessed ‘petrol heads’ Judy and Peter Leishman of Army Bay are in their element having opened their Stihl Shop in Flexman Place, Silverdale. The couple share a love of motor sport and drive their 1959 Pontiac Laurentian every year as part of the Variety Club’s rally. They are also power tool enthusiasts and in their new store, they are surrounded by a wealth of ride on mowers, water blasters, chain saws and line trimmers. Judy and Peter’s involvement in the outdoor power tools industry came about after Peter completed 21 years in the Army. Wanting to work locally, he took on a lawn-mowing contract. “He eventually got tired of pushing a mower around, and decided to sell them instead,” Judy says. Although Peter has a mechanical background from his Army days, his focus is on the sales and customer service aspects of the business and Derek Meurant, who has more than 18 years’ experience in the trade, handles repairs of the many different brands the shop services. Judy says Stihl approached them when they wanted to establish a local outlet. INTRODUCIN G n

BikeMe BikeMe may be, as co-owner Henry Tan says, “one of the smallest bike shops in Rodney”, but it has big plans. The shop opened last month in Orewa and Henry says their goal is to create a cycling hub in the area. “Orewa is perfectly placed to be a cycling centre,” Henry says. “It has cycle paths already in place and is dead flat – there’s no excuse not to cycle.” Together with co-owner Luke Haitoua, Henry has already begun lobbying Rodney District Council for better facilities for cyclists. Luke is a dedicated cyclist, who started working part time in a bike shop at the age of 15. He moved from BMX to mountain biking and is now into road cycling. Like any young cyclist, he is interested in the latest technology, but also collects classic racing bikes. Henry has a mechanical background, and remembers saving money to buy various bike parts as a young rider. He says ownership of the store has encouraged him back into the saddle after a break away from regular riding. The tiny store packs a big range of bikes

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Teacher Adam Buckingham began building things out of recycled materials six years ago and to date has made more than 450 objects for early childhood centres, in the process diverting around 7700 kg of solid waste from landfill. Around 35 early childhood teachers came from centres on the Hibiscus Coast, Kumeu and Warkworth to attend the workshop, held at Hibiscus Coast Kindergarten and funded by Rodney District Council’s Environmental Education Fund. The presentation featured many examples of play equipment made from materials that would otherwise be headed for landfill, such as motorbike or bicycle inner-tubes turned into bungie cords, wind chimes made from bolts, and cars made from boxes and steering wheels, complete with mirrors and lights. Adam says the items engage children because they use familiar objects.

Adam Buckingham makes activity centres using recycled cellphone, door handles, switches and taps.

Children can also assist teachers to make things from recycled materials. Info: www.reuse.schoolnet.co.nz

The quickest steppers in town When Ashlin Hannon of Orewa discovered dancing five years ago, it gave him a creative outlet that has taken him to top competitive level. The Wentworth College Year 12 student started dancing at the college and last month he and his dance partner, Auckland University student Nicole James, took their first national title, winning the NZ Amateur Level 1 Ballroom Title at the NZ Dancesport Championships in Christchurch. The pair took the title ahead of 45 other couples and also achieved fourth place in Level 1 Latin, sixth in Level 2 Latin and seventh in Level 2 Ballroom. They were the only Level 1

Ashlin Hannon, dance partner Nicole James and coach Kingsley Gainsford.

competitors to make it to the Level 2 finals. Ashlin says he hopes to take his dancing further, and is being coached by Johnny Williams and Christie Boyd from Dancing with the Stars, as well as NZ champion Kingsley Gainsford.

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learningfrontiers Excellence in student achievement. Wide participation & success in sports. Outstanding performing arts. Check mates – Orewa Primary School introduced chess this term.

New moves for chess club Orewa Primary School students are working hard on their game plan for an upcoming chess tournament. The school’s Chess Club is entering a the region, and began taking classes team in the Rodney Zone ChessKids at Orewa Primary this term. Around Tournament next month. The 25 children are involved, from Year 1 tournament started this year, following through to year 6. the introduction of the Australian- Paul says chess encourages patience, based ChessKids organisation to NZ, respect, self-discipline, logical thought, and the Term 2 tournament had 75 problem solving, spatial awareness and participants from Rodney primary mathematical reasoning. schools. This is expected to grow to He says he would like to see every child 100 in next month’s event. given the opportunity to learn to play Tournament organiser Paul Macdonald chess and hopes the programme will also teaches chess at schools throughout expand throughout the Hibiscus Coast.

Jerome Ropati with Room 16 students from Stanmore Bay Primary School.

Books in a league of their own Reading and writing, rather than rugby league, was the order of the day for pupils from Stanmore Bay Primary who met members of the Vodafone Warriors squad at Glenfield Library this month. The pupils were among the winners of the Auckland-wide League in Libraries literacy competition, which aims to improve the literacy levels of Year 4 and 5 students, by writing an illustrated short story or poem incorporating their favourite players. Jerome Ropati, Kevin Locke, Joel Moon and Junior Warrior Charlie

Gubb were on hand to help students with reading and writing activities, telling their attentive audience that reading and writing are important life skills, required for any job. “Just as doctors and lawyers read contracts and write reports, league players also read and write game plans and assessments that help us with our games,” Jerome Ropati said. Sponsor Konica Minolta plans to publish the collection of the students’ short stories and poems to present to the schools involved.

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Orewa College’s production of Grease is the College’s biggest show yet, with more than 30 students involved in the dance segments alone. Director Cheryl Anderton says Grease supported by dance teacher Becky was chosen “by popular demand” and Maguire. most of the cast already knew the story Cheryl, who as head of dance and so well they had no trouble taking on drama has directed all the school’s the roles. major productions since 1987, The cast and technical support have describes the show as high-energy. been working on the show since June, She says the cast is relishing rehearsals, attending rehearsals up to three times learning all the memorable songs such a week. A spectacular set has been as Summer Nights, Greased Lightning designed by teacher Karl Buckley. and You’re the One That I Want. Students are involved in every aspect “Many have been in our shows every of the show, including playing in the year and have a real passion for band and handling makeup, sound performance,” Cheryl says. and lighting. The choreography is The show is on at Centrestage Theatre, the work of student Rebecca Ericson, Orewa, from August 19–24. Tickets from Orewa College, $20 adults and $15 students and concession.

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Duck event refloated The Ducky Derby Festival is on again, and organisers are looking for sponsors and vendors to take part. Last year organisers sold out of plastic ducks, and more than 300 “raced” down Orewa Estuary encouraged by a sizable crowd. This year, as well as more ducks, the festival will offer a big range of food stalls and entertainment including face painting, horse and cart rides. The festival is a fundraiser for Hibiscus Coast Kindergarten and last year raised $4600. It will be held on September 19 at Western Reserve, Orewa (in front of the Youth Centre), from 11am–3pm. If you can help, phone Robyn Currin, 021 127 2820 or email robyn@ pcdesign.co.nz

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A rare and special event FROM UK AND USA

Inspiration for successful dressing at fundraiser A show that could be the perfect girls’ night out, combining fun and fashion, is being held this month to raise funds for Hibiscus Coast Plunket. Billed as a ‘Trinny and Suzannah-style’ event after the British pair whose shows inspire women to look their best, What A Woman Wants is hosted by stylist Lisa O’Neill. It is part of a nationwide fundraising initiative and will visit 19 towns from August to October. The show covers body shapes, clothing styles, accessorising and make up presented with a sense of fun. Lisa, who lives in Levin, has spent nearly 20 years in the fashion industry and says NZ women need to dress up more and spend more time on themselves. She says true style comes when women know what suits them, and allow this to change over time. “Women’s bodies and lifestyles change constantly, and they need to change their wardrobes to suit,” Lisa says. I have four young children and understand the pressure to parent, work and be everything to everyone. Fashion stylist Lisa O’Neill will provide My mission is to inspire women to be wardrobe tips for every woman at a Plunket fundraiser this month. happy and look good.” The show is supported by Farmers and Tickets are at BNZ Orewa and a 20 percent discount voucher on their Whangaparaoa and Chic Shoes in new season’s range is included in the Orewa as well as outside Farmers in The ticket price, as well as goodie bags and Plaza a few days before the event. Info: ph Jamie Durham, 0273 892 989. spot prizes.

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Set in 1908, when battleships were starting to come into their own, the supposed suicide of a brilliant American battleship gun-designer sparks a trail of murder, deceit, espionage and secrets. The legendary Van Dorn Detective Agency puts its chief investigator, Isaac Bell on the case, to track down and expose the killer and not incidentally save Teddy Roosevelt’s Great White Fleet. Bell finds himself pitted against German, Japanese and British spies across the country in locations as diverse as Chinatown, Hell’s Kitchen and the Brooklyn Navy Yard. This is very much in the mould of Clive Cussler’s books, a larger than life hero, a deep and complex conspiracy and a satisfactory conclusion.

This book charts the growth of the author from aspiring novelist to aspiring screenwriter. I found it very interesting to be able to follow his thought processes over the years as he developed his screenplay. Being able to gain an insight into how ideas and concepts are developed is something we don’t often get from writers and I think this will give many people, including aspiring writers, a better understanding of how the process works. The first half of the book covers his journey in getting the screenplay written, with the second half containing the screenplay itself. Richard, a local author, is very realistic about his writing and because of this I felt involved in his journey of development.

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My name is Khan Director – Karan Johar

The Discovery – Gordon Hill

Karan Johar’s film My Name is Khan reunites two of Bollywood’s most loved superstars Shak Rukh Khan and Kajol. My Name is Khan takes us through one man’s journey from the streets of Mumbai to the streets of America, taking in love, loss, prejudice, fear and loathing. Rizwan Khan (Shak Rukh Khan) plays a Muslim Indian man with Asperger’s Syndrome, (an autism spectrum disorder characterised by difficulties with social interaction) who is taught by his doting mother that a person’s religion does not differentiate one person from another: the only difference between people is that there are good people and there are bad people. After the death of his mother, Rizwan goes to live with his brother in America. It is here that he meets and falls in love with Mandira (Kajol), a Hindu widow with a child, Sameer. They marry and settle down, with both Mandira and Sameer taking Rizwan’s last name as their own. The Khans live together happily until that tragic day of 9/11 dawns. As the story unfolds, Khan is on a quest to personally deliver a message to the US president. The movie connects with everyone in the most sensitive way. Whatever your religion, faith and values, My Name is Khan will touch your emotions. Reviewed by CC

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What a joy this month – two local authors to review. This self-published effort shows why editors are so essential, suffering from some poor structure, but underlying the lack of decent editing is a romping good story. An intriguing novel about the space race with good action scenes and it is clear that Gordon has done his homework in the research department. A lot of historical settings and information, some of which might surprise people when they realise how early some space developments were made…. and by whom. I have it on good authority that Gordon is currently doing a local writing course and the book is getting re-edited so we can all look forward to a newly edited version that will do justice to his fantastic plot line. CONGRATULATIONS to Jessie Pearce of Whangaparaoa, winner of a copy of Bad, Wun Mun Lee of Whangaparaoa, winner of a copy of The Whisperers and J Searle of Orewa and K Graham of Stanmore Bay – winners of a copy of Oh Grow Up by Kathy Fray.

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Fish found

Giant kokopu released by NIWA into Nukumea Stream in Orewa last December have been found alive and well. The release was a trial to see whether it was possible to restock native fish into a stream. A survey in April failed to find any of the 30 fish, but last month NIWA located six giant kokopu, in the release site and further downstream. NIWA freshwater fisheries scientist Dr Paul Franklin says during the next follow-up survey this month, the team will try to re-capture some of the fish to check on their growth. If the trial is successful, up to 1000 more fish may be released at Nukumea and the project extended to other streams in the region as part of the environmental mitigation programme for the Northern Gateway Toll Road. Giant kokopu are a whitebait species, classified as vulnerable.

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One year after the Northern Animal Shelter opened in Silverdale, it has already played an important part in the lives of hundreds of dogs and their families. To date, the animal shelter has adopted out 61 dogs to new homes and provided temporary housing for 313 dogs that were reclaimed by their owners. The shelter is a shared venture between North Shore City Council and Rodney District Council, and, in the first year of operation, almost exactly half the dogs came in from the North Shore and half from Rodney. Most dogs are collected from urban areas such as the Hibiscus Coast or rural residential areas with lifestyle blocks. Less frequently Jack Russell Baz with Sarah from the they are collected from rural areas. All adopted dogs are desexed, health Northern Animal Shelter. checked and microchipped as well as focus on the responsibilities of owning tested for temperament and behaviour a dog and learning about the impact before being placed in a new home. on local communities when dogs are Council’s animal control department not managed properly. also carries out checks on the properties Council’s animal shelter staff say they of prospective owners. place a lot of emphasis on matching A number of educational and training dogs with suitable owners so that the events are also held at the Shelter, adoption will be a success, and also including visits by school groups that provide advice on dog ownership.

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Combined Rodney Seniors Trip Sept 6, $25. Visiting McNabney's Antique Toy Collection, lunch at Kings Water Gardens, finish the day the "Through the Looking Glass" exhibit at Uxbridge Centre. And a visit to the Tainui Folk Music Museum and Memorial. Ph Pat 427 9149. Conversation - a dying art? We email, text, blog etc, and so involved with modern technology that face to face is losing ground. Interested in an informal conversation group? Ph Louise 021 400 097. CROQUET HAVE A GO DAYS Aug 22, 29, Orewa Croquet Club Hatton Rd. Enjoy golf and association croquet. Fun, friendly club, coaching available. Ph Janet 426 8686, Keith 959 0228. dancing lessons for children – From 5 years. After school activity. Exercise to music. Teaching basic steps of waltz & cha-cha. At Silverdale Hall. Ph P 426 8989. Dry Pine Cones For Sale$10 per Bag. Fundraising For Air Training Corp. No.5 Squadron, Rodney District. Ph Blair 027 248 4121/Claire 027 488 5443. Great for starting those home fires. forest & birds speaker Pauline Smith. Aug 21, 1.30pm Waiwera Ashram. 9 Waiwera Place. Ph. 427 6433 or 426 5265.

Free composting and wormfarming workshop. Learn how to turn your food and garden waste into fertiliser for your garden. Sat Aug 28. Whangaparaoa Hall. 2.30-4.30pm. To book Ph 0800 426 5196. FOR $4 PLAY 40 GAMES OF HOUSIE (House pays $20 min.) at Bowls Orewa every Friday 1pm. Plus: Treasure chest, Snowball, Superhouse and Jackpots. Ph. Brian 426 6236 or Sylvia 426 3198. Gambling HelplinE – professional counsellors available 24 hrs to help those suffering from gambling problems or affected by another’s gambling. Immediate free, confidential support ph 0800 654 655 anytime. Good Companians Orewa meet Fri mornings for senior citizens 10am– 11.30am. Orewa Croquet Club rooms, Hatton Rd., Orewa. HAPPY STITCHERS. All sorts of handcrafts done and learnt. No fees. Every Thurs 12.30pm. Pohutukawa Room, Whangaparaoa Library .A great social group. Ph Val 424 0476. If your home is unhappy because someone drinks too much, we can help you. Al-Anon: for families and friends of problem drinkers. Tues 7.30pm St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 105 Centreway Rd. Ph 0508 425 266 www. al-anon.org.nz

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Kiwi Conservation Club, meetings Thurs, 4.30–5.30pm, gold coin donation. Whangaparaoa Rate Payers Hall. Ph Samantha Cuckow 426 2073. Liquor Law Reform Now Rebeecca Williams (Director Alcohol Healthwatch) “Why (and how) we must change the binge-drinking culture” 7.30pm Tues Sept 14. Whangaparaoa College Auditorium. Gold coin donation. Learn to dance – Fun, social classes in ballroom & Latin. For beginner adults, 7.30pm every Thurs at Silverdale Hall. Ph 426 8989. P MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLASS monthly, Fridays. Whangaparaoa Hall 10am–2.30pm Ph Val 424 0476 NZ BLOOD SERVICES Whangaparaoa Hall, Fri Sept 3. 9am–3pm. Spare a drop to save lives. Orewa Bridge Club. Bridge lessons begin Thurs Sept 7, 7–9pm. 10 week course. Ph Bill 426 4428 or Richard 427 9987.. PATCHWORK teacher wanted HBC area for Happy Stitchers members. Ph Val 424 0476. Silverdale Tennis 2010/11 Season Midweek new members days Aug 25 & Sept 1, 9.30am. Junior Registration: Sept 2, 3.30-6pm. Opening days: Senior Aug 15. 10.30am, Junior Sept 11, 2-4pm, Midweek Sept 1, 9.30am. Ph Linda 427 8209. SPIRIT~MIND~BODY FAIR. Sun Aug 15, 10am–3.30pm. Theosophical Society Hall, 488 Hibiscus Coast Hwy, Orewa. Free Entry. Astrology, Numerology, Readers, Healers, Massage, Books, Crafts, and more. Ph 426 7021. Stall Holders required for Stanmore Bay School Gala, Limited space available.Sun Nov 28. 10am–2pm. Enquires pta@stanmore.school.nz or Lisa 021 111 3055. The Estuary Arts Centre invite you, to be part of the following Exhibition “COLLABORATIVE WORKS”. Oct 28–Nov 21. Email info@estuaryarts.org or ph 426 5570 with contact details and medium. Entry forms at reception. The Ducky Derby Sept 19, Western Reserve carpark, 11am-3pm. Looking for community support - vendors, prizes and sponsors, if you would like to support your local kindy families Ph Robyn Currin 021 127 2820 or robyn@pcdesign.co.nz TREES AT SHAKESPEAR PARK need your TLC. Sunday Aug 29. 10am–2pm. Tools provided. Further info Ph Raewyn 424 2066. Vacancies now in After School Care 216 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa. Can collect from three local schools. Afternoon tea provided. WINZ subsidies available. Ph Tessa 426 3598. Whangaparaoa Lions Club fun and fellowship, whilst supporting your local community. Business meetings 2nd Tues 7pm, Socials 4th Tues 6.30pm of month, Stanmore Bay Community Hall. Alister Mc Kinnon, ph 424 8039 John Kingdon ph 428 3301. Whangaparaoa Tennis Club Have a go day. Wed Sept 8, 9.30am. New members and beginners welcome. Edith Hopper Park, Ladies Mile.

Adept Computer Services, Est 1993, covering Hibiscus Coast, for all PC repairs, including Internet, Antivirus & networking at reasonable rates, please phone 421 1039 or Mob 021 114 5517. www.adept.net.nz A Computer Tune up? On site professional service. Broadband,Wireless, Antivirus, Repairs, Training, Small Business. Ph Jon at Home Computer Solutions 428 4343, 027 629 9397. ADEPT ELECTRICAL & SECURITY SERVICE friendly/reliable service at reasonable rates. Commercial and residential. New quality alarms. CCTV. Security Licensed Installer (COA). All electrical work including in/outdoor lighting, data/home audio cabling, TV and phone outlets. Ph Alan 021 242 3378 or 424 5039.

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Sales and Service. Broadband • Internet connection & Virus control. Phone Peter to discuss your needs. Cammtech NZ Ph 426 6815 or 0274 976 705. Never Ending Books – Quality secondhand books. Shop 4, The Village, Moenui Ave, Orewa. Open 9–4pm MonSat. Late night Fri. Ph 426 6457. P

TUITION Art lessons/Instruction. Latest DVDs in different Media available now at Monmo Gallery, Orewa. Ph 421 1888. Computer help - at SeniorNet - tuition in many applications. Phone 426 1509, 9am–3pm, Mon–Fri. 117 Centreway Rd, Orewa. www. seniornet-hbc.org.nz ENGLISH & OTHER SUBJECTS Primary/ Secondary & All ages. NCEA/Cambridge/ ESOL. Ph Kate 424 8583 or 021 0387569. MONTHLY ART CLASSES Oil Painting. Beginners–experienced. No artistic ability required. Come and learn to paint in a fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere Ph Nolan 428 4196 or www.artbynolan.com

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• Laundry & kitchen appliances • Water heaters • Refrigeration • Power tools • Security lights • Small appliances • Lights & sockets replaced and more! All work guaranteed. 15 yrs exp. P.A.T testing service available.

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ELECTRICIAN Greg Hines - Quick service. Ready to meet all your electrical needs. Discounts for Superannuitants. HBC 422 1677 / 021 908 608. Hibiscus Handyman Services Experienced reliable mature owner operator. General home repairs. Tree cutting and hedges (and removal). Gutter cleaning. Water blasting/ window cleaning. Painting. Free quote Ph Geoff 428 0657, 021 176 9233, geoffhandyman@clear.net.nz IT’s NOT TOO LATE TO GET IT DONE FOR CHRISTMAS - Decks/ fences/alterations. Complete Property. Maintenance. Craftsman, Cabinetmaker, Residential & Commercial. Building by Tony Ph 0274 795 061 - A/H 428 1864. LAWNS and GARDENS - Hedge Trimming. Tree Pruning & Felling. Section Cleanups. Quality & reliable service. We’ll beat any price. Ph 424 8268 or 021 256 8934. Lawnmowing (large & small), Gardens, Hedges, Gutters, Rubbish. Fully Insured and Guaranteed. Jims Mowing 426 0465. PAINTING, Quality work at discount price. Honest & reliable, excel references. Free quotes. Ph Mark 021 156 6177. PEST CONTROL, Flies, spiders, cockroaches, ants, rodents, wasps. Competitive prices & quality service. 25 years exp. Ph 426 2253. Rubbish REMOVAL Discover how easy it is to dispose of stuff for the tip. Moving house? Clean up? Friendly affordable service. Free quotes. Ph 426 5219. TANK WATER TESTING High quality testing for T and E-coli in your tank or bore water. Printed clear Lab test results provided with recommendations. Ph TWT 422 9345. The Inspectors Experts in Watertightness Comprehensive Property Inspection Reports done to NZS4306:2005. Buying or Selling? Have confidence in your decision with a pre-purchase or pre-listing Property Inspection Report. Call Grant Tibbits for a friendly no-obligation chat 027 2939 808 or email nspex@xtra.co.nz

0800 122 221 - CLEANING • Gutters • Houses • Windows - inside & outside plus frames Local operator - Phone Gary

HEALTH & Beauty Are you tired & stressed? Get a relaxation massage today. Visit www. ddma.co.nz for details. AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE with registered Aromatherapist. Clinics in Red Beach & Waiwera. 1hr $55. Gift vouchers available. Ph Paula 021 118 9227.

BJAYS NAILS Whangaparaoa Technician with 22 yrs exp. Acrylic Nails • Manicures Eyebrow & Eyelash tinting. Phone 428 3887/0274 750 999

BODALISHOUS $25 Spraytanz for that special occasion. Ph 0274 429 703.

ACUPUNCTURE & BEAUTY THERAPY PHONE 424 8537

Counsellor • Psychologist Holistic Therapist • Life Coach Dealing with most ages & issues. Friendly & Confidential. v Ph 424 8583 • Kate 021 038 7569 David 021 0718 436.

FEET AND HANDS – Pedicure, Foot spa, Foot Massage and free manicure. Mobile service $30, or two for $50. Ph Leslie 424 0676 or 027 271 6676. MAHURANGI YOGA Strength and flexibility for your body, mind and spirit. Snells Beach Tues 9.30-11.30am, Albany. Sun 9.30-11am @ Shanti Yoga Studio, Kawai Purapura. Tutor Lianne Divine, NZQA Diploma Yoga, Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant. Ph 021 2200 326. TAI CHI, YOGA, RELAXATION weekly classes, gorgeous new venue, professional teachers. BE Studio, 5 Link Cres. Arkles Bay Ph 428 2931.

HAIRDRESSING @Alannas We believe looking amazing shouldn't cost the earth!! Keep watching these ads for fantastic deals in every issue!!! Free consultations! Ring and book NOW!!! Ph 426 7122. @Alannas Tara's Winter Special, Wash, Cut & Blowave $35 every Monday and Tuesday. 1/2 Head Foils, Wash Cut Blowave $99!! Ph 426 7122. @Alannas Vanda Mens cuts $20, Buzz cuts $15, New clients 1 Colour, Wash, Cut, Blowave, FREE Eyebrow Wax and Eyelash Tint $99!! Ph 426 7122. HAIRDRESSER ~ A CARING HOME SERVICE. Excellent pensioner rates. I come to you. Ph Inga 426 0985. 2 KUTE 4 KOOTIES Ph 021 125 1707. $10 - $15. Kids Cuts!

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HYPNOSIS for stress, anxiety, phobia. Painless & cheap, Stop smoking Specialist. Bill Parker NZAPH 424 7610. Hypnotherapist/Clairvoyant Medium - Brigid Curran Making a Change Ph 09 4268361 www. makingachange.co.nz "Your life is an occasion, rise to it"

A1 WEIGHT CONTROL, Personalised Weight Control Programmes. Scientifically & medically approved, 100% money back guarantee. Ph Vicki 426 2253.

READINGS ASTROLOGER PAM PAWINSKI is available for personal consultations regarding relationships, vocation, health and future. Ph 426 7559. Clairvoyant/ Medium Beryl Clarke genuine accurate messages from spirit. For confidential appointment Phone 428 3887

ART GALLERY Art Gallery Barbara Bailey ‘Through my Windows’ all of August at Monmo Gallery, Orewa. Ph 421 1888 www. monmogallery.co.nz Tour Gallery Exhibition with Artist followed by Painting Workshop In conjunction with Rodney Art awards. No previous experience needed! Thanks to Creative Communities Only $20. Ph Jo Bain 424 1190 www.artistjobain.co.nz

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Kjaer’s Clothing & Sewing alterations ~ Little Manly “Make it Fit” Hems • Repair • Zips • Resizing Fast & friendly service Ph 424 8805 or 021 119 6277

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DRESSMAKING SYLWESTER'S TAILORING and dress making, alterations, wetsuit repairs, household items. Over 40 years exp. Fast & affordable. Ph 426 7559.

EDITING & DVD COPYING EDITING & DVD COPYING. Old 8mm film, slides and videos copied to DVD. Phone Te Totara Video 09 422 5710.

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of old damaged or faded photos, slides or negatives. Also digital manipulation and Photoshop tuition.

Hibiscus Photography Phone 424 8409

PICTURE FRAMING FRAMING Creative Framing ,Specialty Photo Reproduction, Canvas Printing and so much more. Monmo Gallery, Orewa. Ph 421 1888. FRAMELESS FRAMES Plexiglas, safe & attractive, available in clear, colours any size or shape, plus glazing. Orewa Picture Framing, Shop “E”, Cammish Ln, Tamariki Plaza, Orewa. Ph 427 8124. HIBISCUS PICTURE FRAMING Rugby jerseys, medals, photo's, original art, prints, kids’ art, signed memorabilia etc. Readymades & mirrors. Ph 426 6916 (closed Mon) OREWA PICTURE FRAMING 35yrs exp, Professional Framers GCF, You Name It! We Frame It”. All at your One-Stop Picture Framing and Accessory Shop. Shop “E”, Cammish Lane, Tamariki Plaza, Orewa. Ph 427 8124.

FOUND Silver bracelet/anklet engraved ‘Love Aleisha’ found Onepu Lane, Manly Sun Aug 1. Ph Terry 428 4030 (wk).

Houses wanted to rent with the option to purchase, in your area now. Ph or txt Craig 021 272 8043. TO BUY, RECORDS/LP’s, 45’s Ph Mike 428 1587.

FOR SALE PURE CHICKEN PET MINCE $2.99kg Frozen. Now available at The Big Red Meat Shop. Peninsula Plaza, 707 Whangaparaoa Rd. Ph 424 1777. BLACK CORD FOR JADE PENDANTS HBC Souvenir Shop, Silverdale. Ph 426 6125. P NZ JADE PENDANTS from $10. Made locally. HBC Souvenir Shop, Silverdale. Ph 426 6125. P Shoes - new - under half price. Top brands in store now. Take 2 Recycled. Boutique, next to Lotto Shop, Orewa. Ph 427 6255.

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what’s on Hibiscus Coast August 2010

21 Hibiscus Coast Forest & Bird chair Pauline Smith speaks at Waiwera Ashram, 9 Waiwera Place, Waiwera, 1.30pm. Info: ph 427 6433 or 09 426 5265. 22 Open Day at Hibiscus Coast Radio Club, 477 Whangaparaoa Rd, 11am–2pm. Clubrooms and equipment open to all. Scones, tea and coffee available. Info: ph Pam Kinnell, 09 426 8152. 25 What A Woman Wants, an evening of Trinny and Suzannah-style fun and inspiration with wardrobe stylist, Lisa O’Neill, Whangaparaoa Golf Club, 1337 Whangaparaoa Rd, Army Bay, 7pm–9.30pm. Proceeds to Hibiscus Coast Plunket. Tickets $25 from BNZ Orewa and BNZ Whangaparaoa or ph Jaimee, 426 9522. (see story p19) 25 The Puhoi Historical Society Inc. Lecture on Life for a Pioneer Woman, Puhoi Museum,7.30pm. Includes question and answer session, supper and a glass of wine. Info: ph Sue Tisdall, 09 422 0183 or visit www.puhoihistoricalsociety.org.nz 26 Hibiscus Link business network event, Rotary House, Silverdale, 5.30pm to 8pm. Guest speakers Gilly Chater and Gloria Masters ‘Communication Is Both Speaking And Listening. How Can You Get People To Really Listen?’ Entry $25 including networking and nibbles. Info and tickets: ph 428 0204 or email contact@hibiscuslink. co.nz 26 Hibiscus Coast Forest & Bird guest speaker: Suzie Philips talks about the Atuanui Restoration Project. St Andrews Presbytarian Church Hall, 105 Centreway Road, Orewa, 7.30pm. Entry $3. Ph Katie Lucas, 427 5186. 27 Daffodil Day collection for the Cancer Society. 27 & 28 Hibiscus Coast Orchid Society Spring Show, Fri 12noon–5pm, Sat 9am–3pm, Orewa Community Hall, Hillary Square, Orewa. Trading table and raffles, Gold coin entry.

September 2 The Wainui/Dairy Flat Branch of the National Party hosts a Rodney Super City Debate, Orewa College Arts & Events Centre, Riverside Rd, Orewa, 7.30pm-9pm. John Banks and Len Brown go head to head answering questions from Rodney people. Pre-sales: $8. Door Sales: $10. Info and tickets: ph 09 420 4211 or email supercitydebate@gmail.com 4 Eaves Bush Appreciation Group workday, meeting 9am at 22 Hillcrest Road, Orewa. Weeding mainly the wild ginger in the Reserve. Some tools will be supplied but bring your own gloves and spade if you prefer. There will be a cup of tea and get together at 10.30am. Info: Don Turner 426 4761 or Ian Maly 421 0503. 5 Carlo Curley organ concert, St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Waiora Rd, Stanmore Bay, 2.30pm. Programme may include works by J S Bach, Handel, Elgar and Beethoven. Door sales only, $15. 15 Hospice Annual Fashion Show,Whangaparaoa College Auditorium, Delshaw Ave, Whangaparaoa, 6.30pm. Tickets $25 from Hibiscus House, 2a John Dee Crescent, Red Beach, ph 421 9180 or visit www. hchospice.org.nz

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Coast swimmer breaks national record Rugby World Making the Leisure Centre swimming pool her second home has paid off for talented Coast swimmer Rachel Smith, who last month broke the NZ short course 800 metre freestyle record for her age group. Rachel, aged 13 (pictured), has been swimming at Coast Swim Club since she was nine years old under coach Mihai Mandache. The Whangaparaoa College student juggles schoolwork with up to nine swim sessions per week, together with several gym sessions. Rachel’s record-breaking swim, in a time of 9 minutes, 8.27 seconds, took place at the Auckland Short Course Age Group Champs held in Henderson. The previous record was set in 2004. This month Rachel also broke the Auckland 1500m freestyle record for her age group. She says her next goal is to break the 400 Individual Medley record for 13-year-old girls at the NZ Age Group Short Course champs to be held next month in Christchurch.

Whangaparaoa dominates netball champs It was a clean sweep of this year’s Whangaparaoa Netball Club School Tournament to the host school, Whangaparaoa Primary, which took trophies in Years 4 to 6. The school has held the tournament annually at the Hibiscus Coast Netball Centre for the past three years, and this year entered 10 teams. Nearly 30 teams from six Hibiscus Coast schools entered the competition, which took place on August 3. The teams, which came from Dairy

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Flat, Whangaparaoa, Stella Maris, Red Beach, Wainui and Gulf Harbour schools, played 20-minute games, with the Year 4 category a round robin between six teams. The competition grew from the weekly games that the Hibiscus Coast’s primary schools hold at the Netball Centre. Results: Year 4: 1 Whangaparaoa 8; 2 Wainui; 3 Gulf Harbour 9. Year 5: 1 Whangaparaoa 5; 2 Whangaparaoa 6; 3 Red Beach 4 Year 6: 1 Whangaparaoa 1; 2 Red Beach 1; 3 Gulf Harbour 3

Whangaparaoa 1, Year 6 champs.

Cup spending questioned

Rodney councillors will receive a more comprehensive report on Rugby World Cup spending this month. In a recent progress report, assistant chief executive Warren Maclennan noted that the update was at the request of Councillors who were seeking clarity on funding issues. Cr Suzanne Weld said the notion of legacy projects was a big let down. “I believe this was the concept that was used to convince the Council that it should contribute to Rugby World Cup. It seems nothing substantial has yet been planned.” Mr Maclennan said Council had identified four legacy projects for funding over three years – Business Box, parks and reserves, transport, and environmental sustainability. For the financial year ending in June this year, Council spent $101,800 on Rugby World Cup items as follows – Advertising and printing $1400, professional services $20,000, grants $80,400. Professional services comprise work carried out by contract staff to plan and coordinate events before and during the RWC, grants to the region were the agreed amount that Council pays to the region-wide coordination activities for the RWC, coordinated by the Auckland City Council.

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