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Above: Richard and Heather Udy cut the cake marking 40 years of Waiuku Search and Rescue on Saturday night. The couple were both individually honoured for dedicating 40 years to the organisation, as dignitaries and emergency services representatives attended and marked the occasion at the Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club. Left: Heather with her award and her bouquet after Richard Udy paid tribute to the partners of those who save lives at sea. More pictures of the celebrations on page 22.

Waiuku set to go off with a bang Some $20,000 worth of fireworks are set to go off in Waiuku next month as part of a promotion that, last year, saw 15,000 people party in the town PAGE centre and estuary area.

The Mayors of Auckland and Waikato have been returned after provisional results for the local government elections on the weekend, but there have been some new faces in the local community boards and for local councillor positions. The Franklin results have seen an overwhelming result for the Team Franklin group, with the party securing all four spots in Pukekohe, both Waiuku spots, and two of the three Wairoa positions. Rowan Muir in Wairoa was the only Team Franklin rep at that level not to get elected, being beaten for the third spot by around 350 votes by Dr Lyn Murphy. The Counties Manukau District Health Board saw further success for the Team Franklin brand, with the experienced Franklin resident Dianne Glenn getting the nod to join the other successful candidates. Progress results for the Auckland Council elections showed incumbent Mayor Len Brown has been re-elected for a second term and was substantially ahead of his nearest rival John Palino. The voter turnout, traditionally low for local government elections, was even worse this year, with only around 34.3% of eligible voters having cast their votes, meaning one in three eligible voters bothered to vote. Preliminary election results for Waikato District Council showed Allan Sanson has been reelected as Mayor.

However, while the top jobs in the region stayed the same, there are a swathe of new faces on the local community boards and the Auckland Council itself. Former member of the Franklin Local Board in Wairoa, Bill Cashmore has been elected to the sole councillor role for Franklin, taking over from Des Morrison who retired at these elections. He had alarge majority over fellow Wairoa candidate Dr Lyn Murphy, and over the youngest of the three candidates, journalist Niko Kloeten of Pukekohe. An inaugural member and past chairman of the former Clevedon Community Board in 1989, Bill went on to serve as a co-opted member of the former Auckland Regional Council’s Re-

Bill Cashmore, with wife Lynnette. Bill is the new councillor for Franklin.

Fun and funds Friday morning was a special time at the Pukekohe Mitre 10 Mega Cafe as a Pink Breakfast was held to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness. PAGE Amid the humour and dress-ups was a serious message.

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Well, the local elections are over for another three years, and it is a critical time for the community to make the local representatives aware of the issues that count in Franklin, and find some way of ensuring our thoughts are heard. We are a long way from the heart of Auckland, and perhaps easily forgotten in terms of our needs and wants as an area. The relatively small infrastructure needs required for our area pale into insignificance beside the billions of dollars that are set to be ploughed into the main part of Auckland in terms of public transport. Yet transportation is, and has been for many years, one of the key issues for rural areas. A review of our transport services is underway, and candidates for the Waiuku Local Board notedx during the election period that a trial bus service either to Pukekohe or Papakura is on the cards in the near future. It has been suggested that, if it is not patronised enough, that this could be the last time for many years we see a similar trial. While that is reasonable, we should also be asking for parity with subsidies applied to transport in Auckland. Suggestions that a Waiuku bus service has to break even should only be listened to if the same logic is applied to the rest of Auckland. Figures suggest public transport in Auckland is costing ratepayers almost 30c per passenger kilometre in subsidies. While this needs to improve, we also need representatives willing to argue that we should be entitled to a fair share of the subsidies that our rates go towards.

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Local hospital needs more development I am well aware of the sterling work done at Franklin Memorial hospital. However It is really a geriatric facility with some hospice beds. It was and remains an asset – an out of date asset worthy of Florence Nightingale or perhaps Jane Austin but it needs money spend on developing it. There will be many – especially the plutocrats in the private sector who would rather the money was spent on them – where they can control and benefit from it. The hospital needs to be bought up to date as an out patient facility with endoscopy, X Ray etc and Day Stay surgery. Waiuku is badly served in this capacity.

Geoff Smith, you hide behind the excuses of clinical support and safety. The real explanation is convenience for private practice. The fact that Waiuku is a growing town (look around you) and no long term public hospital development is taking place is no credit to Counties Manukau Health. Forty Five Kilometers is quite a long way. I find the comments by Geoff Smith on transport patronizing, unimaginative and out of touch with reality. Yes I have had occasion to use it gladly and gratefully but the year now is 2013. Bruce Brownlee. Waiuku.

Mayor to meet locals in Pukekohe Len Brown is heading to Pukekohe for his first Mayor in the Chair event in his second term as Mayor of Auckland, on Thursday 24 October. Mayor in the Chair sessions are regular, one-hour lunchtime events held in different areas around Auckland, when locals can pull up a chair and have a brief one-to-one chat with the Mayor about any topic they wish. “I always enjoy coming out to Pukekohe – it was great to be there for the A&P show in February, the V8s in April, to switching on the new water supply and congratulating the mighty Steelers just recently.” “At my last Mayor in the Chair in Pukekohe, I discussed everything from noise limits, to CCTV cameras, business and local herit-

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age buildings – and got a great grilling from the year 13 social sciences class at Pukekohe High. I am looking forward to setting up my chairs again and hearing locals’ concerns and aspirations for their community and wider Auckland.” “I always value the chance to chat to people about their experience of Auckland, be they residents or visitors. “Whether someone pulls up a chair at these events or just stops me on the street, it’s always a welcome chance to share my passion for Auckland and how we can make it better for everyone who lives, works, studies and plays here.” The Mayor will set up his chairs at Pukekohe Library from midday until 1pm on Thursday 24 October.

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With only a couple of weeks under the belts at the Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club restaurant, Krishna Rajan and his team have already been getting great reviews from the clientele. Krishna, who also manages catering for a Ponsonby club, says the kitchen layout is excellent, and assists the crew in preparing the wide range of meals they are introducing into the club. On Saturday, they catered for 90 in the lounge bar, plus a smorgasbord and a la carte service in the restaurant itself. Krishna says their team can work with clients to deliver special menus for functions, while the restuarant will feature a la carte on a Saturday, a BBQ and Seafood night smorgasbord on a Satur-

day evening and the traditional carveries on Thursdays and Sundays. There is an a la carte lunch Thursday through Saturday from 12-2pm. Krishna says the team will be looking to extend these hours as the restaurant develops, and adds that the Cosmopolitan Club has something special coming up for Christmas Day. The club will host a special Christmas buffet with a very wide range of food options includng carvery, various meats, seafood, vegetarian and more, as well as a full dessert range and Christmas decorations and crackers. At $49 per person, it is expected to be highly popular and bookings are essential.

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New faces on local boards after Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elections Continued from page 1: The Pukekohe subdivision of the local board saw current Chair Andy Baker elected as the highest polling candidate, but Sarah Higgins, new to the candidacy, was perhaps the surprise package, polling the second highest. The two were joined by Alan Cole and Murray Kay. The Wairoa subdivision was won by Angela Fulljames, with Malcolm Bell and Lyn Murphy gaining the other two available spots. In Waiuku the big surprise was the ousting of long-time local candidate Daniel Lynch, who, after 30 years in local politics, found himself beaten at the post by incumbent Jill Naysmith and Brendon Crompton, who is making a return to local politics after sitting out the last elections. Daniel said it was disappointing, and surprising to see the result, adding that he believes the elections showed the intrusion of

party politics into local government, something which he says has not been evident in the Franklin region before. He said yesterday his perception was that Team Franklin was essentially a team for the National Party, and also pointed to the efforts of the Conservative Party in the area, represented by Rick Drayson, which Daniel says is a sign of the political parties using local government elections to raise their profile. Daniel says, while he has ruled out making a return to the candidacy in the future, he still feels as though there are things he has left unfulfilled at a local board level, but says he will now be able to devote more time to his wife Marie and to his golf. He is still involved in a number of local community groups and projects and says after Christmas he will have a look at some other local initiatives that he may be able to help out with.

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quently gets asked what happens if people canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hear the alarm. Up until now, he has always explained that the fire service has other options available, but had never actually physically handled the equipment himself. The system is a wireless transmitter connected to a smoke alarm, and looks very similar to a standard home alarm. When the system â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;smellsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the smoke, it sends a message to a unit similar to a small clock-radio, which in turn connects to a vibrating pad which is kept under the pillow. The clock radio unit flashes a strobe light, and the vibration is enough to wake the sleeper. One of the best things about the unit, as Phil Faidley explained last week, is that it is totally transportable. The components can be easily collected and taken to a friend or family members house if Bailey is staying the night somewhere else. Phil has developed a special interest in working with the deaf community through Deaf Aotearoa New Zealand and RNZFB with their deaf/blind service, and finding ways to reduce the barriers for service for these groups. The end result of a joint effort has been another barrier broken down, a very happy young Bailey, and a further sense of security for a Waiuku family.

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by Sergeant Simon Palmer Remember that there is a total liquor ban in the Waiuku business area, all parks, the beach, Massey Park, and most recreational areas around Waiuku including Waitangi Falls and the grassed area down by the fire station. No alcohol at all, it is an arrestable offence, so do not have alcohol on you. Karioitahi is a 24 hour 7 day a week liquor ban area. Do not drink down there. Remember that skateboarders and scooters are not allowed in town. Do not ride them, or use them in town. There are signs, no excuses. Remember that the phone number for Crimestoppers is 0800 555 111 or www. crimestoppers-nz.org.Use this if you want your information to be anonymous. That’s all for this week, once again from the team here in Waiuku: Lorraine, Laura, Greg, Toby and Rod, thanks for all your help, we rely on your information to make our job easier, and Waiuku a safer place to live, play and work in.

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A year of highlights for Strathallan 150 years at Alexandra Redoubt To conclude a year of successes, Strathallan’s 1st XI Boys Hockey team will play a team of past students to celebrate the opening of the school’s new international standard hockey turf this Wednesday at 4pm. The occasion will be a fitting end to a well-played season of hockey for Strathallan teams. For the first time in the history of the school, the 1st XI Boys team was the winner of the Counties Manukau Secondary School Hockey Boys A-Grade Championship. The team also placed third in the North Harbour – Counties Manukau Invitational Intercity competition, finishing as the highest placed Counties Manukau team. Following these successes, the team represented Counties Manukau in the Midlands Intercity Division One competition, which included the top schools from Counties Manukau, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Tauranga and Thames Valley. Strathallan achieved a fourth placing in this competition, again the topplaced Counties Manukau school. During the 2013 Secondary School Tournament Week, the team took part in the Mayhill Cup, a third-tier tournament to which the team was promoted to last year.

After a single loss to the competition runners up, and a draw to the tournament winners, Strathallan finished third overall, an improvement from last year. A highlight for the team was beating local rivals, Pukekohe High School, on the final day in the play-off for third/fourth place. The Boys 2nd XI also had a good year, ending third Counties Manukau Second-Round A-Grade Competition, where they competed against several 1st XI teams from other schools. The Boys 3rd XI made history by winning the second round of the Counties Manukau Second-Round B-Grade Competition – an impressive feat for a team with several new hockey players. Strathallan 1st XI Girls were runners-up in the Counties Manukau First-Round Competition, and placed third in the Counties Manukau Second-Round A-Grade Competition. With a Year 7/8 team also competing in the Counties Manukau club competition, it is encouraging to see the growth of the sport at Strathallan College. Now with a turf already trialled by the New Zealand Junior Black Sticks, and open to the hockey community, this growth is set to continue.

Tuakau turned out for the 150th Anniversary of the founding of Alexandra Redoubt, which today is a major historic place for the district. Pictured above, the 65th Regiment re-enacting their role in the

defensive Redoubt. This saw them firing muskets and demonstrating the precision drills of the British army as practised at the time. The commemoration, held last Sunday, was organised by Tuakau Museum.

Youth wanted for advisory board The Franklin Youth Advisory Board is looking for six passionate, community-minded young people to become new members. “The Youth Advisory Board would really suit young people who are interested in youth affairs, social issues, events and leadership,” says chairperson Sarah Summerscales. The Board seeks to replace six members whose terms have ended. The Youth Advisory Board is involved in community events and youth affairs in Franklin, and advises the Franklin Local Board on issues of youth significance. The Board works with a range of people from all across the community, and is able to truly have input into what the Council offers

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*Pricing is per person share twin, unless otherwise stated for complete twin/double accommodation, inclusive of all discounts, taxes & government fees flying Air New Zealand from Auckland to San Francisco in economy class. Prices in NZD. ^Onboard credit is per room & is applied to the first 2 passengers only. Credit is non-refundable, nonredeemable for cash and cannot be used in medical centre or casino. Travel agent service fees not included. Sales valid until 30/11/13 or until special cruise fares sell out. Based on payment by cash or cheque only. Offers valid for new bookings only. Fares subject to changes without notice. Subject to availability. Confirmation on booking must be secure by a non-refundable deposit of 20% pp required within 3 days of reservation. Balance must be paid no later than 75 days prior to sailing. Airfare payment & ticketing required within 14 days of booking. Product supplied by reputable suppliers with their own terms & conditions, please ask your Harvey World Travel Professional for details. HWT2905

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Fri 4.30pm (2D), Sun 11.30am (2D Harvey World Travel Waiuku 5 Bowen Street, Ph: (09) 236 5006 E: waiuku@harveyworld.co.nz

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Sun 12pm (2D), Wed 4.30pm (2D)

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Sat 11.30am (2D), Mon 4.30pm (2D) Phone: 09 235 7835 Email: info@thepostnewspaper.co.nz Web: www.thepostnewspaper.co.nz

New World ‘owners’ meet

New World supermarkets throughout New Zealand have been running a successful promotion to collect miniature products detailing some of the range available, with youngsters swapping pieces to try to get the whole set. Waiuku’s Jaidah Puru has managed to collect all the pieces and her great-grandfather John van der Star built a mini New World to hold the collection. Last week, Waiuku New World owner Lex Mills caught up with Jaidah to offer his congratulations and the pair had a chance to discuss their respective operations. Lex says there will be a ‘swap day’ announced shortly at the store where people can trade their items to complete their collections.

Tuakau distance runner plans 500km charity run Tuakau ultra-distance runner, Kim Allan, will attempt a women’s World Record-breaking run this December. The 47 year-old will run a circuit in the Auckland Domain without sleep, aiming to cover 500 kilometres. The “Sleepless In Auckland” run is expected to take somewhere between 80 and 85 hours and will take place between December 19 and 23 this year. Kim is a single mother of four and left school at age 15 to become an apprentice jockey. During her career she experienced a few injuries, including a fractured skull and more recently a broken leg which left her with a slight limp. She took medical advice to walk extensively to overcome the limp and in February 2010 entered the local Pukekohe half marathon. From there she graduated to walking a section of The Great Lake 100km Circumnavigation. This is held around Lake Taupo and attracts walkers from

around the world. The following year she walked it solo in 13 hours. Her first 24 hour races was also in 2011, running the Sri Chimnoy circuit in the Auckland Domain, part of which will form the circuit for this year’s World Record attempt. She ran the same 24 hour event in 2012, covering over 187 kms in the time. This year she completed the Steenbergen World Championship 24 hour run, covering 204 kms and finishing 133th overall and the 39th female. Kim’s run will also raise funds for the New Zealand Spinal Trust, a registered charity which supports Kiwis with spinal cord impairments (from accident or illness) to get back on track and living life to the full. CEO of the New Zealand Spinal Trust, Ben Lucas, said Kim’s offer to raise funds came after she learned that Claire Donachie, who was a fellow jockey, sustained a spinal injury after

falling from a horse. They have since become friends. “Kim made her first attempt at the women’s record last year and got to over 370 kilometres before she had to withdraw because her body could not go any further without sleep. She was also running with severe blisters,” said Mr Lucas. “This year we have made contact with the London Office of the Guinness Book of World Records to register Kim’s run as an official world record attempt. We’re expecting advice on the terms and conditions required to achieve this status in the next few weeks.” The women’s record is presently held by U.S. runner Pam Reed, who ran 486 km in 2005 in just over 80 hours. Ben Lucas said runners will be invited to provide support for Kim during her 80-plus hours, and at the same time they’ll raise additional funds for the NZ Spinal Trust.

Osborne Realty Ltd - licensed real estate agent (REAA2008)

OUTSTANDING POSITION $849,000 Open Home: Sun 1.00 – 1.30pm 106 Waitangi Falls Road new listing

WAIUKU A substantial 217m2 home of generous proportions in a delightful secluded location awaits your inspection. Situated in a superb street in rural surroundings, harbour side overlooking breath-taking Waitangi Falls this double storey four bedroom home has many functions from a family home, private residence, home stay or work from home. Only 45 minutes to Auckland CBD, 35 minutes Auckland Airport, and 5 minutes to Waiuku Vil age. To view this stunning property please contact an agent to arrange a private inspection. View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID osbf697 Julie Rodgers a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075 Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Leonie Gillott Mobile 0274 985 722 A/h 09 235 9961 11 Bowen Street, Waiuku

Ph 235 7139

www.professionals.co.nz

Yes! A florist in your supermarket! Meet Tessa and Katherine! They are the new team providing daily fresh flowers, bouquets and gifts at Waiuku New World. The Waiuku New World Florist is available from 10am to 1pm, Monday to Saturday, with hours to be increased as the florist develops. Outside these hours, simply place your bouqet orders with any of our Produce Centre staff, and collect it the next day!

Phone: 09 235 7835 Email: info@thepostnewspaper.co.nz Web: www.thepostnewspaper.co.nz

What this means for you is that you now get Fly Buys and Fuel Discount Vouchers with your bouquets and plants! And, as New World Waiuku owner Lex Mills says with a laugh - the new area has already become informally known as ‘The Waiuku Mens’ Brownie-Points Centre!’ Call in and check it out on your next visit!

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CUS O F Y T R PROPE rict t s i D n i Frankl

11 Bowen Street, Waiuku

Ph 235 7139

www.professionals.co.nz

Osborne Realty Ltd - licensed real estate agent (REAA2008)

LIST AND SELL BY 22nd DEC 2013

With Waiuku Professionals and choose one of these options: $600 towards moving costs $600 towards legal costs $600 towards professional cleaning PLUS! get FREE Professional photography* *some conditions apply

Yes! Now we're on facebook! Waiuku Professionals & Clarks Beach Professionals Find us and like our page! RESIDENTIAL

GLENBROOK BEACH CLOSE TO BEACH - $159,000 540m2 flat, fenced section one minute walk to the beach, 10 minute drive to Waiuku. View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbs542 Contact: Julie Quilty a/h 09 235 9324, 0272 292 243

WHAT A SPOT! - $230,000

POLLOK

Build your dream home on this 5694m2 block of land with rural and sea views at the end of a country lane. 15 Minutes to Waiuku View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf642 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

WAIUKU CONVENIENCE FOR YOU - $245,000

Convenient for your tenant. Only a short walk to Waiuku Township. This very tidy two bedroom unit fit the needs of many. Large lounge/dining, sep kitchen, combined bathroom & toilet. Both bedrooms are double and there is ranch slider access to patio from one. Internal access to single garage and laundry from kitchen. View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh701 Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 0275 516 075, 09 235 6075

Open Home: Sun 1.00 – 1.30pm 42B Martyn Street

NEW LISTING!!

WAIUKU

PRICE REDUCED

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbs429 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf504 Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 0275 516 075, 09 235 6075

HIDDEN GEM - $335,000

price reduced

Set in Pono Place down a very private ROW is this lovely low maintenance 3 bedroom home. Open plan living, wetroom shower and toilet and also a separate toilet. Double detached garage with remote and off-street parking. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing, this home won't last long on the market. Zoned for Sandspit Road School.

Handy to Waiuku Township is this lovely two bedroom home. Open plan living with modern bathroom. Heat pump and wood burner makes this a cosy warm home. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing.

WAIUKU

A superior residential subdivision, great building sites, close to township.Phone Leonie for further information.

Elevated with a northeast aspect at the end of a quiet country lane. Lovely rural views with a good access road. Relocate or build on the 7056m2 site in a prime location.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh719 Contact: Ray a/h 09 235 8599, 021 951 082

CUTE COSY HOME $299,000

CAN'T FIND WHAT YOU WANT? CONSIDER BUILDING

QUIET COUNTRY LIFESTYLE $299,000

INVEST HERE $260,000 A lovely sunny two bedroom unit, partially fenced and within easy walking distance to New World. Was rented out at $280 per week. To view please phone Ray

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh709 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh716 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

WAIUKU

PRICE REDUCED

new' listing

WAIUKU SERIOUSLY SELLING - $309,000

WAIUKU GREAT STARTER, FIRST HOME - $349,000

Be quick for this 3 bedroom home. Kitchen/dining, separate lounge, ranchslider to patio area. Separate single garage, fenced section in Sandspit Rd School zone.

Fantastic first home or investment property. Zoned for Sandspit Road School. Freshly painted on the outside gives this home a lift of life. This home was relocated about 4 years ago. 4 Bedrooms, plenty of room for kids to run and play. Currently tenanted. Close to Sandspit Beach & Waiuku town centre. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh710 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh707 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh718 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

Ideal 1st home or investment. 3 bedrooms, open plan living. 2 sep single garages. Elevated 945m2 section close to school. Be in quick for this one.

Open Home: Sun 2.00 – 2.30pm 5A Collingwood Road

EASY LIVING $379,000

NEST OR INVEST - $POA

WAIUKU

PRICE REDUCED

WAIUKU

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2 townhouses. 3 bedrooms. Ensuite. Double garage. Get in quick to choose your colours. See Leonie to view the plans. View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh667 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

A MANS PARADISE $485,000 Yes! Calling all men with 'valuable possessions' here is the dream place for you. A 180m2 shed including 72m2 of modern living consisting of two bedrooms and open plan living area and kitchen opening onto a sunny patio with a great rural outlook. Set on 1.26 ha only 3 kms from the popular Karioitahi Beach.

A contemporary double glazed Latitude home consisting of large open plan living opening on to a sunny deck with elevated ceiling space. Three double bedrooms (master with ensuite). Double basement garage on a compact easy care site. May qualify for Welcome home loan - Contact agent for details View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh703 Contact: Julie Rodgers 0275 516 075, 09 235 6075

NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION $379,000 each

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf676

WAIUKU

Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075

Phone: 09 235 7835 Email: info@thepostnewspaper.co.nz Web: www.thepostnewspaper.co.nz

CUS O F Y T R PROPE District n i l k n Fra

Our team Waiuku and surrounding districts

Leonie Gillott 0274 985 722

11 Bowen Street, Waiuku

Julie Quilty 0272 292 243

Marleen Ohms 0274 483 528

Ph 235 7139

www.professionals.co.nz

Osborne Realty Ltd - licensed real estate agent (REAA2008)

Julie Rodgers 0275 516 075

Ray Lever 021 951 082

Open Home: Sun 1.00 – 1.30pm 24 Kathleen Reece Place NEW LISTING

GOING, GOING.. . - $PBN

WAIUKU

WAIUKU 15 ACRES CLOSE TO TOWN - $499,000

WAIUKU EXTENDED FAMILY EXTENDED SPACE $699,000

Only 5 mins from town is this well-maintained, grazed 15-acre block suitable for stock and horses.

Main house consisting of 3 double bedrooms - one with ensuite. In addition there is also an attached sep 1 bedroom unit with its own bathroom & kitchenette. Set on elevated 1512m2 site with triple car garaging. Desirable Bay View Drive.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf663 Contact: Julie Quilty a/h 09 235 9324, 0272 292 243

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh392 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

ON THE BEACH $530,000

price reduced

Property is moving in Waiuku. Don't take too long, phone Marleen to arrange a viewing. This home has 4 bedrooms, ensuite, open plan living. Fully fenced with landscaped gardens & double garage with internal entry. View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh721 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

Awhitu Peninsula beach front property with 180 degree Manukau Harbour views.Two storey, 3 bedroom modern bach with North facing decks for entertaining.Quiet and relaxing location. ORUA BAY

RURAL OASIS $675,000

RUNOFF OR LIFESTYLE $650,000 + GST, if any

10 acres of gentle contour land set in a quiet rural location. 3 brms, open plan with 4 bay shedding 5 mins from Waiuku. Phone Marleen to view.

This 16.2 hectares of desirable north facing property is located 6.5km from Waiuku main centre. This property has road frontage on two sides. Allowing access to a number of building sites. To view please phone Ray.

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf680 Contact: Ray a/h 09 235 8599, 021 951 082

THE WEST COAST IS THE BEST COAST $POA

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh538 & osbf664 Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075 Julie Quilty ph a/h 09 235 9324, 0272 292 243

AWHITU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf696 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

Open Home: Sun 2.00 –2.30pm 8 Bay View Drive

This outstanding building site on 8.37ha is available to one lucky purchaser. Power & phone to gate & an easement to bore water. Driving access to Karioitahi Beach & freshwater lake stocked with trout. Only 5mins from Waiuku, 40 mins to Auckland Airport & an hour to Auckland CBD. Call now to view this exciting lifestyle opportunity in a superior gated subdivision (two other larger blocks also available for sale).

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf685 Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075

Open Home: Sun 1.00 – 1.30pm 106 Waitangi Falls Road

OUTSTANDING POSITION $849,000 A substantial 217m2 home of generous proportions in a delightful secluded location awaits your inspection. Situated in a superb street in rural surroundings, harbour side overlooking breath-taking Waitangi Falls this double storey four bedroom home has many functions from a family home, private residence, Home stay or work from home. Only 45 minutes to Auckland CBD, 35 minutes Auckland Airport, and 5 minutes to Waiuku Village. To view this stunning property please contact an agent to arrange a private inspection.

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf697 Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075 Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Phone: 09 235 7835 Email: info@thepostnewspaper.co.nz Web: www.thepostnewspaper.co.nz

WAIUKU

FAMILY DREAM HOME - $PBN

Excellent location, private 5 double bedrooms + study. 3 Bathrooms + ensuite, rumpus room, extra shedding. In-ground swimming pool, solar power, 2 ovens & butlers pantry. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing. View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh720 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

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Waiuku to have a blast with 15,000 visitors expected Waiuku’s popular “Blast to the Past” family fireworks evening is happening again on Friday November 1 from 6pm. Waiuku Town Centre manager says this year’s event is set to outdo even last year’s mammoth extravaganza. “Put it on your calendar and don’t miss it! This promises to be a fantastic town party with something for everyone. “Last year the event attracted fifteen thousand people into Waiuku and was an amazing spectacle.” The main street will play host to a variety of market stalls offering everything from local art and crafts to clothing and food stalls. “There will be live music, exciting family entertainment and you can even take in the street atmosphere while dining out-doors ‘plaza’ style at one of the cafés,” Sharlene says. The entertainment kicks off at 6pm in the town cen-

tre with an exciting line-up of acts featuring ‘Mr Bean’, various entertainers and local band Rhythm Express. The huge 25 minute fireworks display will start at approximately 9.15pm on the Tamakae reserve. “We are hoping festival goers will kindly contribute a gold coin donation each to support the Waiuku Information Centre which is currently run by a few dedicated volunteers,” Sharlene says. “Without these wonderful volunteers and the Waiuku Business and Development Association, (which is notfor-profit), this crucial service could not be provided to promoting our town to visitors and giving us a community centre. “The funds collected will also be used to purchase Emergency Response signs for our community in case of a disaster. “The Guides will be collecting your donations during the evening so please

support this cause,” Sharlene adds. The major sponsor for the fireworks display is Lex and Karen Mills of Waiuku New World who are contributing $20,000 for the pyrotechnics display. The Waiuku Business & Development Association and Top Hat Magic have also donated sponsorship for the event. “After a lot of thought Lex and Karen have decided to retire and sell the New World business, but will remain living in the area. “I’m sure everyone in Waiuku would agree that Lex and Karen have done so much for our community and their support for this event will be sorely missed. “We want to make this wonderful family event better a great send off for them and hope the community gets in behind it, as this may be the last unless we can secure a new sponsor for next year,” says Sharlene.

“With the nature of this event, public safety is very important to us. The business association and council, with the advice from Dept of Labour (OSH), have implemented a safety plan to try to ensure everyone’s safety at the event. “On Tamakae reserve and around the fireworks firing zone there will be areas cordoned off, safety signage and security guards in place. There will also be a strong police presence at the event.

We ask that the public please respect and abide by the safety advice in place.” Bowen Street will be closed off from 4.30pm and Queen Street, from the ASB corner down to the Kentish Hotel, will be closed from 5pm. People need to move their vehicles from those areas before then to make way for festival activities, otherwise they will be locked in for the evening or their vehicle may need to be removed.

The King St By-pass will be closed off at 8.45pm until the event is over to ensure event goers safety and enable easy pedestrian access to the reserve before and during the fireworks display. Parking will be available in the Waiuku Business Park and in the old New World carpark on Kitchener Road. Sharlene says this event is going to be something massive for the community. “Bring the whole family for a fantastic fun night out!”

Below: Town Centre Manager Sharlene Druyven with assistant Vanessa, Pyrotechnics expert BJ of Top Hat Magic, and Lex Mills of Waiuku New World.

PropertyPages Your Guide to finding the perfect home 

Open Homes List Sat 19th & Sun 20th Oct AGENCY

LIST

ADDRESS

CONTACT

TIME

COST

Barfoot & Thompson

506252

17 Mellsop Ave

Bruce 0273 323 929

SAT $359,000 12pm-12.30pm

Barfoot & Thompson

506124

10 Breaker Grove

Bronwyn 0274 452 382

SAT 12pm - 12:30pm $445,000

Barfoot & Thompson

507408

22 Racecourse Rd

Rhonda 0272 946 836

Barfoot & Thompson

508856

10 Calderwood Close

Rhonda 0272 946 836

SUN $720,000 11am-11.30am SUN 11am - 11:45am

SAT 1pm-1.30pm

Auction

Barfoot & Thompson

508003

19A France St, Waiuku

Patricia 021 836 242

Barfoot & Thompson

507336

14 Sandspit Rd

Patricia 021 836 242

SUN $449,000 12pm-12.45pm

Barfoot & Thompson

505660

117A Waipipi Wharf Rd

Gaylene 0274 757 159

SUN 12pm - 12:45pm $795,000

Barfoot & Thompson

507408

22 Racecourse Rd

Rhonda 0272 946 836

SUN 1pm-1.30pm

Auction

2637 Awhitu Rd

Jeanette 0274 334 190

SUN 1pm-1.45pm

$258,000

SUN 1pm-1.45pm

$548,000

Barfoot & Thompson

497827

$363,000

506172

48 Edgewater Parade

Ashley 0274 871 795

Barfoot & Thompson

507310

83 Gleeson Rd

Patricia 021 836 242

SUN 1pm-1.45pm

$779,000

Barfoot & Thompson

506246

55 Brook Rd, Awhitu

Mary 0272 412 750

SUN 1pm-2.00pm

Auction

Barfoot & Thompson

500126

2A Masters Rd

Rhonda 0272 946 836

SUN 2pm-2.45pm

$795,000

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COMMUNITY PROJECT Simon and Sean of Brown & Brown Builders Ltd are project managing the construction of Waiuku Museum’s new traditional style barn. Nestled in on the edge of Waiuku’s Tamakae Reserve ‘this barn is going to look good and stand proud for many generations’ says Sean, ‘It feels good to not only be involved in the project, but also to help out the

Barfoot & Thompson

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ll on the Work is progressing we Museum’s new barn

good folk at the Museum who do an excellent job’.

OLD HEADS, YOUNG MINDS, BROWN AND BROWN BUILDERS, GLADLY SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY.

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MELBOURNE CUP 5 NOVEMBER

Make a Day of it at the Kentish Hotel on Melbourne Cup Day

Book your tables at the Portside Bar for Melbourne Cup Luncheon Nov 5th: Buffet meal & free glass champagne for every female and a free glass of Tap Beer for males. Cost per person $ 35 per head. Book early. Sweepstakes, Spot prizes. Join in on the fun. Full TAB services available. Prizes for best dressed Male and Female.

Members Draw Every Friday

GREG JOHNSON International Artist

This weeks draw - $500 Be there - Don’t miss out!

ENTERTAINMENT October * Every Thursday : DJ * Fri 18th - City Edition * Sat 19th - One One One * Fri 25th - Rush Hour * Sat 26st - Split Second * Keep 1st Nov Free - Blast from the Past - Just Us

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Christmas Parties, Weddings, Anniversaries

Portside Bar is fully enclosed & heated. Midweek & Weekend bookings. Christmas lunches & speciality platters - Talk to the Chef BOOK EARLY!

Saturday November 23rd Tickets $40 available Now -- Not to be missed.

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Open for Lunch and Dinners

Jazz, blues, folk, tuesday’s AT 7PM

Lookout for our weekly specials

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Bring along your acoustic instrument and play your old favourites as part of a casual group

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Come and enjoy our warm fire 5 Q u ee n S t r ee t, Wa i u k u , P H 0 9 2 3 5 8 3 6 7

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We d d i n g Ve n u e $5,000 Weddings at Maxwell’s - 50 guests. Includes: Venue, Setting of tables, Buffet meal, Wedding Planner * Conditions apply

ou’ve made the big decision, you said “yes”. Planning a wedding several months in advance will ensure you will both have “the most beautiful day of your lives”. First of all, you should work out a budget. This should include everything which must be bought or rented. Then you should fix the date to start enquiring about venues. The reception is certainly a crucial element - Choosing the right place to gather with your loved ones is no small task. On the day of the reception, you will want everything, from the service to the general ambiance and the decorations adorning the tables, to meet the highest standards. To have the perfect location and the best caterer, you might have to make your reservations a year or more in advance. Depending on the season, many of the choicest venues are reserved a long time in in advance, usually several months or even years ahead of time. This means it’s important to decide on the kind of place you’d like as soon as possible and to start

looking without delay. In order to avoid disappointment, start phoning suitable venues as soon as you become engaged. Be sure to make an appointment to visit any places you think would be suitable. Bear in mind that it is wise to choose a place that is not too far from where family and friends live. Another factor to weigh is its proximity to your church. If you prefer an outdoor wedding, the biggest challenge in organizing an outdoor wedding is the unpredictability of the elements. This is why it is so important to have a Plan B in case of bad weather. Because of this, you will not only have to choose the right location, you will also have to coordinate all the necessary logistics in order for your reception to be a success. No matter your budget, the Franklin area offers plenty of alternatives for a wonderful wedding party.

Available for weddings & special functions

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KENTISH www.wrightswatergardens.co.nz 128 Mauku Road, Patumahoe | Phone 236 3211

WAIUKU GOLF AND SQUASH CLUB INC.

The perfect venue for your next function

The clubhouse is strategically situated in an elevated position with views over the 1st tee and 18th green. Features a lounge with kitchen and a fully stocked bar, ample seating and a warm and comfortable atmosphere for members and vistors to mix ‘n’ mingle. Racecourse Road, Waiuku, Franklin. Ph: (09) 235 9489. E: waiukugolf@xtra.co.nz | www.waiukugolfandsquash.co.nz

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He has finally proposed - Then your top priority is to do a bit of bragging and tell everyone the good news!

Establish your budget per guest. In fact, this is the perfect time to draw up your guest list.

Order your invitations, being careful to include your names, the date, time, and place of the wedding and reception, as well as the date by which you need to receive replies. Be sure to include stamped, addressed envelopes if you can.

The reception hall is often one of the biggest expenses, so be sure to reserve one as quickly as possible.

Creating a good atmosphere is just as important as choosing a caterer, although you don’t want to skimp on food either. To cut costs, consider serving fewer courses, with a focus on excellent quality instead of quantity.

Make up or order wedding favours for your guests. These are put with their place setting or offered at the end of the reception. Let your imagination run wild: you could offer small homemade soaps, candles, local produce in mini format, bath pearls, or small boxes of candies.

Give yourself enough time to find a wedding gown that really suits your personality. It is also possible to rent a dress for the occasion, much as your beloved can buy or rent his suit.

Venues to consider:

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Our authentic, iconic vintage hotel with it’s ideal heritage setting in the historic town of Waiuku, is the perfect venue for your most memorable occasion. Here at The Kentish Hotel, we have the perfect Setting for your special day. Our wedding team will accommodate your needs for a memorable and unique experience your way. With gourmet menu options from our Starboard Side Bistro and 11 rooms available for an overnight or weekend stay. We cater for your complete wedding event. The township and scenic Awhitu Peninsula provide varied backdrops for your ceremony, but stroll over to the beautiful Tamakae Reserve where a vintage rotunda beside the mouth of the river will add the perfect touch to your experience. The river can also provide the bride and groom a stunning entrance by boat, or if preferred we offer the services of a number of classic vehicles including a horse drawn carriage.

Book your hair, make-up and manicure appointments several weeks before the wedding. If possible, plan a test run.

Put all your heart into writing down the vows that you would like to make during the marriage ceremony. If you plan to make a speech at the reception, be sure to get that down in writing as well.

Plan the reception down to the last detail: create the atmosphere you like with suitable music, entertainment, and a décor that matches your personality. (Don’t forget to decorate the bathrooms, a place everyone will see at some point!)

and organize 10 Arrange your honeymoon so that you can start and celebrate your new life together.

Quick Tip.. Leave a guest book

at the entrance of the reception hall. It’s a great souvenir to keep, along with your photo album.

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Finding a caterer

Giving wedding candy and choosing the right wines is a thoughtful gesture that your guests are sure to appreciate.

andy has been a part of weddings for centuries. The traditional treat offered to guests is the sugared almond, a symbol of pleasure, happiness, and prosperity. Still a favourite at weddings today, sugared almonds are a wink to the past and are, at the same time, a sign of refinement and elegance.

An all important decision

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Sugared nuts are known in French as dragées, the name North American bakers now give to the tiny, round silver candies used to decorate wedding cakes. If you’re a stickler for the real thing, though, handfuls of almonds delicately coated with smooth, glossy sugar are beautiful when scattered on tables or served in decorative bowls with cocktails. Plan for a kilogram of sugared almonds for every 20 to 30 people. If you order your dragées from a candy maker, be sure to order them at least two or three months in advance of the wedding; the real thing takes about ten days to make!

Finding a caterer for your wedding is just one of the tasks that need to be arranged, but it is a fundamental one. Ideally, you want the best, but the “best” is what is considered best for you and your personal needs. So decide beforehand what your expectations are in a caterer as there are several things to consider that will help you make your choice. Begin by inviting estimates for various menus. Don’t hesitate to question the caterer on different points: is he or she experienced in wedding banquets? How many other weddings will they be catering that weekend? Are they classic or creative? It is wise to make an appointment with your caterers to taste both the wine and the dishes they are proposing. If you still can’t make up your mind, base your decision on the style of your wedding, the time of year, or the place you have chosen for the reception.

Although tradition calls for wedding candy to be given as gifts to all the guests, there are plenty of other options available. Aside from the clas-

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What about the best wedding wines to serve and savor on your special day? According to About.com, if you are a wine lover and are hoping to incorporate your passion for the vine into your big day there are plenty of unique and creative

Whether small or grandiose, majestic or modest, every wedding reception needs wedding favours for the guests with flavours that reflect the tastes and style of the bride and groom. The candy bar is an increasingly popular trend found at wedding receptions. This imaginative idea, quite simple to organize as well as inexpensive, will please young and old alike and can be packaged to suit the decor, tastes and colours of the reception.

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Temptations Confectionery in Pukekohe offer an extensive selection of different sweets and chocolates from New Zealand and various countries around the world. The shop sells everything from lollies and chocolate to cakes and gourmet fudge. Mouth-watering sweets come in an amazing variety of colours, shapes, and flavours and can make a

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options to do just that! A Marriage of Food and Wine For starters, consider what flavors, styles and varieties of foods you will be serving at the reception, then you can pair specific wines with the selected foods to bring the unique flavors out the best. If you are planning on serving several types of wine in addition to champagne you may consider a combination of whites and reds. Consider: Awhitu Wines.

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beautiful wedding display. Wedding favours for guests tables can be done in a variety of sizes, shapes, vases, plates, and bowls. You could layer pretty sweets in tall vases or thread an assortment of jujubes on skewers to fashion sweet kebabs that you can arrange on plates.

Fill your guests with wonder and have them gaping in awe like kids in a candy shop with the treasure trove of candy on offer at Temptations Confectionary

Let yourself be inspired by sweet, happy childhood memories as you plan your treasure trove of bounty. It will fill your guests with wonder and have them gaping in awe like kids in a candy shop! Take a step back in time and wander into Temptations Confectionery. The shelves are stacked with glass jars full of sweets and bonbons pear drops, rosy apples, strawberry bonbons and sherbet lemons are just a few varieties of nostalgia being sold by the bag – each one igniting or creating another childhood memory.

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Your invitations announce your wedding to your guests in style. It’s important to choose just the right words, which you can write yourself or choose from examples available from the stationer. You will need to know how many invitations you need, planning on one per couple or one per address. For the reply card, the printer can print the name and full address of the person in charge of receiving the RSVPs. Consider: Inspired Weddings & Copy Plus

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A picture perfect wedding begins and ends with a clearly defined look and style. Everything, from the décor to your makeup, can be orchestrated in detail so that your personal tastes and flair are remembered by all .

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Giving

Some of your guests will give you wedding gifts that are not on your wedding registry. However, the majority prefer using your registry because they know this list of articles corresponds to your specific needs and personal taste. Make your list a bit longer than the number of invited guests, as this will allow a certain leeway in the selection of items your guests will wish to offer you as gifts. Choose small and practical gifts. Offer articles that range in prices that will be suitable for any kind of budget, even the smallest. Do a tour of the boutiques and shops in your area, and pick the one which has items that most closely match your list. Complete your wedding registry at least one month before your first bridal shower. Inform your parents and close friends so that they can advise your other guests where you are registered and how to access your wedding registry. Consider: Vanilla

Choosing among this year’s trends is one way to find the perfect style. The classic bun is a popular choice, especially because it fits with the retro chic trend. Brides with fine hair can opt for a cut and style, with a square cut or a plunging bob. If they want to keep their hair long, extensions are ideal for filling out some volume. Tiaras or headbands are lovely; some wrap partially or completely around the head and come decorated with flower and leaf patterns, curves, arabesques, pearls, or Swarovski crystals. Such jewels are as perfect in loose hair as they are with loose braids or buns. With the help of your hairdresser, you can create the hairstyle you’ve always dreamed of. Be sure to make an appointment well ahead of your wedding day for a consultation about options and styles. Consider: Redz. Treating yourself to a professional makeup session will ensure that you shine just the way you want to on this beautiful day. On your wedding day, you want your makeup to accent your natural beauty. Concentrating on your natural colour, your eyes and your mouth, your beautician

will be able to help you create a small masterpiece. Make an appointment with a professional cosmetician as early as possible and be sure to plan a trial session to avoid any disappointment the morning of your wedding. Before then, keep in mind the basic beauty secret for good skin: drink lots of water, gently exfoliate to get rid of dead skin, and moisturize the skin morning and night. Consider: Belle of the Ball.

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Getting married can create a great deal of stress for the bride to be. As a friend, you’re in a good position to see that. So here is a gift to offer her during her engagement party or her hen party: a bridal spa package. This type of gift is really appreciated by most women and is great for a group. What’s more, you won’t have to worry if your gift will be appreciated or useful. Every woman loves to be pampered and feel like a princess, especially a few days before her wedding! Consider: Pure Indulgence

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absolutely essential to dress in an appropriate manner and appear well groomed. FOR HER: For the bride or even the mother-in-law for that matter, choosing a dress to suit your body type is imperitave. Thousands of different styles and models of wedding gowns are available on the market, one more beautiful than the next, however knowing your body type will help in finding the style of dress that will best suit you. No matter what your body type, let your instincts guide you towards the dress of your dreams. Don’t hesitate to ask for a few extra adjustments from the shop’s seamstress so that you will feel completely comfortable. Consider: Magazine Designer Clothing. FOR HIM: On the wedding day, it may be true that all eyes are on the bride, but a welldressed groom will still be appreciated. A classy and unique suit is on the agenda; one that he feels comfortable in, one that corresponds to his personal style and that is tailored to his body shape. For an impeccably fitted suit, the groom should have a last fitting at the tailor’s, two or three weeks before the wedding. He is one of the main stars of this celebration, after all! If the groom sets the tone for the evening in his choice of wardrobe, it is with the small touches that he distinguishes himself. An assortment

of accessories in different colours and styles is always a wise choice. A tailored shirt is a distinguished touch; and a coloured shirt can be quite striking, if it’s in keeping with the colour scheme of the wedding. Keep in mind that a shirt made of natural fibres will not only look better; it will be more comfortable. Cufflinks can complete the overall look with a touch of class. Regardless, the groom must absolutely avoid wearing an outdated. His suit must fit perfectly. By choosing a supple fabric that adapts to the body, the suit will fit better. Consider: Lewis for Menswear.

In all your pre-planning, don’t forget to shop for your honeymoon. Consider: David Mills for luggage & Cavalli Interios for leisure wear.

For Him: It is said that every ceremony requires polished shoes, especially, when the ceremony is a wedding! That is why patent leather shoes are the most popular choice and, while they generally complement any suit the groom wears, they are an absolute requisite for a white tie event.

Bridal shoes can make or break a wedding for a bride. Not only does the right shoe have to match the bride, the day, and the dress, but it must be comfortable enough to wear throughout the ceremony, photo session, and reception formalities. Consider: Halliwells

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Are you thinking of saving money by asking your brother-in-law to take your wedding pictures? Ask people who didn’t use a professional photographer if they have any regrets, and you’ll soon understand that photography is one area where it doesn’t pay to skimp. Your wedding marks an important transition in your life. Don’t let the magic fade away; make sure that your memories remain unforgettable. Choosing a professional photographer means ensuring that your photos will be of exceptional quality, and that they will be taken with discretion during the ceremony. An experienced photographer will pay attention to all the details, taking photos at the appropriate time and place. Check the photographer’s portfolio to ensure that the pictures are of excellent quality, with superior colour reproduction and angles that are to your liking. If you also decide to immortalize your wedding on video, be sure to obtain top quality images and sound. You should select a company that provides qualified, experienced personnel and high-quality equipment. Consider: Wendy & Chris, Bride & Zoom, Casey Van Liefe & Execam. Finally Framing Shed for framed prints.

Flowers: a key element of any wedding

In many people’s minds, a successful wedding event often rests on the choice of flowers. The most beautiful of Mother Nature’s offerings, they are essential for setting the tone of the day. The trend is towards smaller bouquets and less imposing floral centerpieces on the tables. Vases are appearing in all shapes, sizes, and materials: ceramic, zinc, glass, and stoneware, for example. Regardless of the colors, tradition still rules the size of a bouquet. Choose a simple bouquet if your outfit is fairly ornate. If your gown is simple, exoticism and creativity can run wild. Round bouquets go well with tapered dresses, and cascading bouquets are perfect for gowns with trains.

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Future brides and grooms don’t always realize just how much time they will have to devote to organizing their wedding. From the moment your engagement is announced, many hours will be spent making innumerable decisions and countless appointments. But don’t worry: you can save an amazing amount of time by dealing with local businesses. The first notes of Mendelssohn’s Wedding March fill the church and everyone turns to watch as the bride, more beautiful than ever, appears on her father’s arm. Yes, even today, most people expect this type of traditional beginning to a wedding ceremony. But if you find it all pretty boring and would like to be a bit more innovative. Do you have scottish in your blood? Perhaps a piper to escort you down the isle? On the other hand if you find that radition isn’t sacred for you, why not go down the aisle on roller blades? Consider: Pukekoke RSA Pipe Band. Part of planning for your wedding is arranging transportation. If you’re planning a simple wedding, a stylish car for the bride and groom should suffice. If the wedding is to be more elaborate, you might wants a limousine, vehicles for the parents of the bride and groom, as well as the other members of the wedding procession. Don’t forget a comfortable vehicle for your honeymoon rendevouz.

Consider: Ebbett’s, Waiuku Rental Cars Once all the pomp and ceremony are over, your evening of wedding festivities should be joyful and reflect your personal style. Whether you want the dance floor to be hopping with old fashioned swing, swaying with easy-to-dance-to classics, or swirling with Klezmer music, choosing the right DJ or band will make all the difference. Most likely, you will want a good mix of musical styles. If this is the case, a professional disk jockey might be your best bet. Consider: Franklin Party Hire. Everyone would agree that organizing a wedding isn’t an easy thing to do, and so it can be very reassuring to be able to count on people in your area to make a success of this important event. If you decide that a reception venue is not for you and you would rather do it yourself then consider Manukau Party Hire. Last by not least, since the beginning of time, diamonds have been seen as the symbol of love. Whatever type of wedding you’re planning, wedding rings are an essential part of the celebration. They are the ultimate symbol of the union between the bride and groom. Consider: Brighouse Goldsmiths. Have your rings engraved using specialist engraving equipment. Consider Top Notch in Pukekoke with their new Jewel M10. engraver.

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Reservations essential for the perfect wedding! Do you want your wedding to be perfect? A beautiful day, just like you’ve always hoped for? Here is a quick list of all the necessary steps you need to follow in order to turn your wedding into a dream come true.

About one year before the wedding

• Reception hall- Lots of options are open to you, such as a hotel reception room, restaurant, boat, vi neyard, golf club, or mar quee tent. De pending on your budget, think about the style of wedding you’d like and choose a suitable venue. Pg 2 • Caterer - When booking a caterer, don’t forget to talk about all the details of the meal. Will the kit c hen be on site? Will taxes be char ged? Can they make the cake as well? Pg 3 • Celebrant - Meet with the celebrant (priest, registrar, or other official) to en sure that he or she will be available on the date set for your wedding and to see which documents you will need to supply. Consider: Bill Deed

About six months before the wedding

• Music and MC - Now you will have to book a master of ceremonies (MC) as well as a DJ or orchestra. This is an important step, as the MC will create the mood of the evening. Choose someone who will respect your tastes and requirements. • Clothing and accessories - Now’s the time to think about purchasing and fitting the wedding dress, the groom’s tuxedo, and accessories, such as shoes. Make sure you order your wedding bands at this time. Pg 5 • Photographer - Book the services of a professional photo grapher in order to have a lasting record of your wedding day memories. Unfor tuna tely, a friend or family member, however well-intentioned, is rarely able to produce qua lity photos. Pg 7

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Pat on the back for Tuakau Rotary Zonta announces annual awards Tuakau Rotary Club got a few pats on the back from Rotary district governor Willard Martin last week. Tuakau completed no less than 25 projects over the last 12 weeks. The district governor was on his annual visit to Tuakau and told members that the health of their club is also measured by such things as winning District awards for Bulletins and International awards for Peace projects, not to mention the outstanding membership growth of Tuakau Rotary Club was. He congratulated them on their overall success and enthusiasm for their work in the local community. The projects the club was involved in most recently include the Rum tasting for the ambulance station funds, handing out dictionaries to pupils of four primary schools, holding regular car boot sales, providing a banner for the Crafty Cows craft group, raising funds for Tuakau Whaka Ama boats,Te Kohunga School swimming pool covers, Te Kohunga Play group painting, and supporting five local families with uniform grants, and providing 12 local families with free firewood, supporting the Soul of Art building development, running the Terrific Tuakau Business breakfast groups, setting up a new Trolley Derby competition group to run in Tuakau, recognising some outstanding community people with certificates of appreciation, and the Pride in Work awards for eight local hard working employees, funding a special Peer group leadership seminar programme for Tuakau College, helping three lo-

cal businesses with mentoring and coaching. Events coming up between now and Christmas include the Community day on Oct 19, the Charity Road Toll on November 16th, the Christmas parade on Nov 30th, and a special young people’s graffiti art exhibition at Soul of Art on Oct 19th, a local exhibition in December for local young artists. Work is underway to establish a Youth Centre facility in Tuakau, and seating in Central park and BBQ tables in Les Batkin reserve. New members are welcome to help put these projects into action. For more information on how you can get involved go to www.tuakaurotary.org or Facebook Tuakau Rotary or phone Club President Richard Gee 0274 720410. The club meets most Mondays from 6.30pm at the Tuakau Hotel. Pictured left: District Governor Willard Martin (left) with Club President Richard Gee.

Drury student Shirin Chen (right), was one of two recipients of the 2013 awards presented annually by the South Auckland Zonta Club Inc. Shirin, the winner of the Young Women In Public Affairs Award, lives in Drury, is currently in Year 13 at ACG Strathallan College. Applicants for this award must demonstrate evidence of achievements which fit with Zonta’s aims of working to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advocacy. Shirin is a high academic achiever and aims to attend Auckland University next year,to pursue her passions for film, sociology and international relations. She has a keen sense of service and has offered much to the South Auckland community in a volunteer role, from helping at a bird sanctuary and the Pukekohe library to acting as a leader for a young people’s holiday horse-riding camp and being a regular visitor at a local old people’s home, where she plays the piano for the residents. The other award went to Manurewa’s Cynthia Strickland, who will use her award to gain a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science to upskill herself in Maori Health and Leadership with a focus on diabetes care in South Auckland.

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Celebrations for 40 years of Waiuku SAR A large crowd gathered at the Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club on Saturday night to mark 40 years since Search and Rescue was established in Waiuku. Compered by Ted Doell, himself a foundation member of the group, the event brought together emergency services and sporting representatives from the region, as well as Coastguard New Zealand Board Members who travelled from throughout New Zealand to attend. Dean Lawrence, a Waiuku man who is now president of Coastguard NZ, spoke of the growth of the organisation and the development of the Coastguard Service, while CEO of Coastguard Northern Region, Dave Thomas, detailed the now-23 units who work within the region saving lives. Dave Thomas then made two special presentations, firstly to Jeff Millen, current president of Waiuku SAR, noting the 40-years of the group, and

then to Richard and his wife Heather, for their 40 years of service to the Waiuku SAR. Wal Cutten and Carol Hamilton were presented with Special Merit Awards for 30 years of service. Richard Udy, current secretary of Waiuku Search and Rescue, and one of the founder members at the original informal meetings in 1972 as well as holding a number of positions within the Waiuku SAR since that time, gave a speech detailing the history of the organisation. Since its establishment in 1973, following the tragic drownings of three people in the Waikato River, Waiuku SAR has to date been called out 960 times, saved more than 1600 lives, attended 96 drownings in the region, and has spent a cumulative total of 8500 man-hours on callouts. Almost 10,000 hours have been spent in training, and 7,800 hours spent educating the community, with

over 5000 students alone having been taught water and boat safety. Richard Udy was also among the first group to form the organisation that was to become Coastguard New Zealand, and noted that Waiuku, in fact, had a search and rescue organisation before CNZ was established. A speech from guest speaker Jim Coe, detailing his rugby experiences and his time in surf lifesaving was well received by the crowd, and representatives from other organisations paid tribute before the evening concluded. Below, left to right, speakers included Colin Riddle, CFO of the Waiuku Fire Brigade, Dean Lawrence, MC Ted Doell, guest speaker Jim Coe, and Karl Sutton of the Counties Sport Fishing Club. Below right: Wal Cutten and Carol Hamilton with their Speicla Merit Award. Right: Jeff Millen receives the plaque marking 40 years of Waiuku SAR from Coastguard Northern Region CEO Dave Thomas.

Bacon, eggs, and boobs! - a fun fund raiser with a serious message A 7am start on a chilly Friday morning didn’t deter high spirits, hilarity, and a brilliant fund raising effort as a Pink Breakfast was held at Mega Mitre 10’s cafe. Featuring nationally-known lifestyle gardener Linda Hallinan as guest speaker, and with a hilarious compere effort from Elton Dobson-Raitt, the breakfast drew 92 guests who donned pink, had to choose numbered bras for the raffles, and, together, raised $2200 for the Breast Cancer Foundation. Gail Littin, one of the team of organisers, said they could easily have sold twice that number of tickets, such was the interest in the event, and said she was very grateful for the outstanding support of Mitre 10 Mega, but also for the many, many local businesses who donated items for the raffles and supported the event in many ways.

“We might be part of Auckland Council now, but we are still Franklin, and we are still a community,” she said, adding that she hoped local people would make the decision to continue to shop locally, supporting those businesses and organisations who support their community. The funds raised will go towards raising awareness of breast cancer, and encouraging women of all ages to have a mammogram and ensure they get regular checks. While there has been a perception that breast cancer tends to strike at those aged 45 and over, Gail says it is a sad fact that she is aware of a number of people under the age of 40 who have been affected by the cancer. She hopes events such as Pink Breakfasts will continue to raise awareness and ensure women have their checks done.

Clockwise from above: Entrants in the ‘best dressed’ parade their styles. ‘Breast Mates’ Angela Stapp and Belinda Brown show off the front and backs of their outfits. Janet McFadden, Raewyn Fricker and Gail Littin take a short break during organising the event on Friday morning. Lynn Palmer, Lynne Alexander and Alyson Grice were in the colour scheme and theme of the breakfast. Guest speaker Linda Hallinan was appreciated by the large crowd. Compere Elton Dobson-Raitt had the ladies in stitches as he told a story of the first time he encountered a bra ‘in the flesh’ as it were!

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From Awhitu Primary to the stars Former Awhitu Primary School student Ailsa Carroll received a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity earlier this year to become one of only two New Zealand teenagers to be accepted into the 2013 Space Camp at the US Space and Rocket Centre. In this article, she details her experiences in her own words, as she learned to work on satellites, trained on spacecraft simulators, and was dropped into a massive water tank as part of training for a mock helicopter crash.

I am a 17-year-old Year 12 Student at Columba College in Dunedin as a boarder, where I compete in Robotics, Program, and am part of an Aeronautics club. I am also a proud graduate of Awhitu Primary School and I spend all my holidays and I also have family in the area, (ex-councillor Jock Patterson is my grandfather). I have had a life-long passion about space and science in general and currently take all three sciences alongside Digital Tech to broaden the applications of my knowledge. I applied for the International Space Camp through the Royal Society of New Zealand and was successful for one of two places to represent NZ. There was a scholarship that covered roughly 85 % of the cost, I fundraised by selling chocolates and then Otago University Computer Science Department and Information Technology Department offered a scholarship to cover the rest of my costs. I have been affiliated with them through robotics and programming and am part of the University Arduino Club (Robotics essentially). I would really encourage anyone in years 11 to 13 to apply for this opportunity next year (the application process comes up on their site when it opens, there are also many other science based opportunities available). On July 26, Don Thomas replaced my nametag and congratulated me; I was an official graduate of the Advanced Space Academy. Glancing over to the rest of my teammates I cannot help but feel anything but pride. Over the week we’ve become more than just a team, a family, and as a representative of New Zealand and a Flight Engineer for our mission I have been a key player in getting here; space camp graduation, with all 16 team members all in one piece (for the most part, at least). I must admit at the time of my application, some months before, I doubted the possibility of receiving one of two places at the camp. However on May 1, I found I had been accepted alongside Tomas Marsh (Burnside year 13 pupil from Christchurch) as a NZ candidate. On July 18, we travelled to Huntsville, Alabama. We arrived early and this provided us with the opportunity to get to know the Space Camp Campus and routine. On the first day we attended a graduation ceremony of the previous week’s space cadets and then got to look around the Davidson Center for Space Exploration. For me this was a dream come true; DCSE is home to a Saturn V rocket, the Apollo 16 capsule and other paraphernalia from the Space Race. Throughout the day other International Space Camp attendees arrived and by dinner our table held the participants from Austria, Greece, Belgium and of course, NZ. The majority of us were from overseas, however there were 2 girls from

the US, they soon decided that it was their purpose in life to introduce to all things American; Candy and sweets included! The evening of the first “official” day there was an opening ceremony; the representatives of each country spoke briefly about their nation and selected aspect of its culture. Tom, the other NZ ,representative, did a haka and I spoke briefly about the Farming history of New Zealand, or more specifically, sheep. Throughout the week we had a very busy schedule and were primarily based in teams (all who were named after influential astrophysicists or engineers). Oberth was my team and consisted of 16 like-minded individuals, representing eight countries. Due to this we were the most culturally and linguistically diverse team. The Space Race and History of The Marshal Space flight Centre activity was by far a favorite of mine as we were able to look around the DCSE again as well as try our hand on some of the museum’s simulations. These included the lunar lander and the insides of various capsules. One of the highlights was, of course, the simulations that we experienced throughout the week. Space Shot and the Centrifugeboth exhibited the physical effects of take off. Luckily (as it wasInternational Space Camp) the Aviation Challenge site allowed us to under go a series of water activities; the greatest of these was the “AC Helicopter Crash” where you had to sit in assigned seats and be dropped into the water. Once the helicopter (really a large tin with windows and doors) hit the water you had to exit it efficiently and in the correct order, meaning that the pilot left last once seeing the rest of the crew safely out. The MAT (Multi-axis Tumbler) was also awesome: though being strapped to a chair and spun in every which way direction isn’t every body’s cup of tea. A slightly more mentally challenging simulator was the EMU (Extravehicular Mobility Unit) which is what astronauts use to navigate during space walks, the, one we used didn’t have the ‘vertical’ control but we were still able to get ourselves into trouble when the task was a simple as lining up with the stairs! As the Apollo moon landings are highly ranked in the history of Space travel there was also a 1/6 Gravity Chair. Once we’d bounced round a bit a challenge was proposed; who could get the fastest time for five laps of the small moon terrain whilst exhibiting all trialed forms of “moon movement” in four laps and then one lap of your favorite (or sometimes invented) gait. Fastest time within my team was 26 seconds, sadly this wasn’t me, however I can now advise that, when on the moon, do not moon walk! We attended a series of lectures

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covering items as diverse as Shuttle hardware, flight systems, rocket fuels and launch procedures, mission operations and checklists, error systems and life support systems. The main focus of the lectures were to prepare us for Shuttle Mission simulations that we would complete as a team. Dr. Don Thomas was the Astronaut in residence for our week and he was an amazing speaker, we also discussed the Mars Missions as well as the challenges he faced becoming an Astronaut. What I took away from his talk was to persevere; he had to apply multiple times over many years to get into the Astronaut program, every time he was turned down he would look at how he could become the ‘perfect’ candidate, including completing his doctorate, becoming a lecturer and learning how to sky dive. During the week we had four, one hour, training missions, each accompanied by a specialist training session, and an Extended Duration Mission (EDM) that took three hours. My mission positions included Flight Engineer I (in the ISS), and Mission Specialist I (on Atlantis). During the EDM I was assigned the Flight Engineer I position and completed a partial crew exchange with Endeavor when they ‘docked’ with us. These were by far the most challenging and rewarding part of camp. Each person had a strict role and if you were to fail at completing certain tasks within the time frame allowed the entire mission could blow up in our faces. Whilst a Mission Specialist I completed two ‘space walks’, the first to build a structure for a satellite dish (doing so with gloves is no easy feat) and the second to harness and repair a satellite, which was very cool, especially seeing as I was attached to a Canadarm (Canada’s very patriotic contribution to the ISS) that allowed me to maneuver around the satellite to access the control panels. If you’ve seen the movie Gravity it is the same thing as Sandra Bullock was strapped into! Graduation was a slightly emotional time; we received our wings and were finally able to wear our nametags on our blue flight suits. Team Oberth (my team) was named the most outstanding team and received a special patch to recognize this. So where to from here? To be honest I haven’t really worked out the finer points yet however I’m looking at a degree in Biotechnology,Computer Science or Engineering (Megatronics or Software) or a, combination of them all. I do know however that I want to chase my dream of being an astronaut; it isn’t as impossible as many seem to believe. Of course that is coming from me, a 17-year-old Space Camp Graduate!

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PHS sixth at NZ Netball champs Pukekohe High School finished sixth in the New Zealand Secondary Schools Netball Championships last week, going down 29-34 to John Paul College in a thrilling match. John Paul always had the edge and held on for the five goal win. Mount Albert Grammar School won the overall title with a comprehensive 41-23 win over Wellington’s St Mary’s College. The play-off for the bronze medal was also a Wellington versus Auckland match with Wellington East Girls’ College topping off a fantastic Championship to win 35-30 over Baradene College of the Sacred Heart.

Applications open The Counties Manukau Sport Sporting Excellence Award nominations are open until November 1, with 12 categories plus two new awards. This year the awards include Primary School/Intermediate School of the Year and Secondary School of the Year. Go to www.cmsport.co.nz for more details,.

Take up a challenge... The SUNSET COAST MULTISPORT CLUB are proud to be the host of the STEELMAN IRONMAIDEN and Kids2Go events. This is one of the best events in NZ that caters for Multisporters, Runners, and Walkers of all abilities. This event is all about getting people out to enjoy the beautiful scenery around the Waiuku district that the average person does not get a chance to see. What people do not realise is that 2 of the event categories are the 9km walk or run and the 21km walk or run which is suitable for those people who have done no exercise but are looking for a new challenge. We also have an amazing kids event which sees them complete

Steel Man Iron Maiden Training Schedule an obstacle course tailored to their age groups. Between now and the event, the Club is offering free training nights where we practice on the actual course routes over varying distances. Remember that walkers are welcome to participate on these training nights. Training nights are: • Mondays: 5:00pm -Walkers and 5:30pm - Runners • Tuesdays, 5:15pm, Mountain Bikers • Weekends, Road cycles If you want to join in, contact Clive Barriball 021656840 or email cliffy12@hotmail. co.nz who will advise you of how to participate. Take up the challenge and get involved in a great local event.

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Week 3: Building Mileage Time: Add 10 minutes a day to walk 40 minutes, 4 – 5 days a week, at a moderate pace - one of these days should include a strength training e.g. hill, stair, exercycle or treadmill. Add three sets of 15 squats and 8 lunges daily. Mileage-Building Day: Walk for 60 minutes at a moderate/easy pace. Now that you have been walking regularly for a couple of weeks, consider whether you need to review your footwear. Well fitting footwear aids your performance and helps prevent injury.

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Waiuku Maori Sports Club retain Shield Waiuku Maori Sports Club, in atrocious weather, have managed to retain the Te Hiku O Te Ika a Maui Shield in Ngaruawahia at the annual Koroneihana (Coronation) Games. Playing at Patterson Park, the club put the shield on the line against challengers Ngaati Mahanga. In a tough match, the Waiuku combination outscored Ngaati Mahanga 44-21, with two tires each to father and son dup Kowhai and Michael Nepia, plus tries for Jack Hardie, Waka Clencie, Joe Kata and Axel Cooper. Bayden Morey scored two conversions in the match. Michael Nepia aand Jack Hardie have now added a shield challenge with the Maori Sports Club to their alreadstrong resumes as players with the Waiuku College First XV. The introduction of new blood to the team is something of

great pleasure to new coach and captain Kowhai Nepia, and he says the club is now thriving. “Having the young ones coming through now will only strengthen the team in the future. If we don’t give them the chance to step up now we may lose them and the team will die away.” The club is a family affair with Michael Nepia in the club alongside his Dad, Uncle Anthony Nepia, and koro ‘Robman’ Nepia, a former player who now is sitting as club chairman. This is the third year in a row that the club has held onto the shield, but is actually the fourth win in shield matches, as they had to win a challenger match in 2010 that gave them the right to challenge for the shield in 2011 against longtime rivals and holders of the shield since 2000, Toko Mauri. The club is already looking forward to next year, and eagerly awaiting the next challengers. Left: The growth of the netball section has been a big boost to the Waiuku Maori Sports Club. Below left: Victory in the Coronation Shield is a sweet moment. Below: Michael Nepia continues the Nepia family connection with the club.

POST FRANKLIN FUEL PRICES

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Rain delays start of CMCA competitions Inclement weather has spoiled he start of the Counties Manukau Cricket Association’s Premiership, due to kick off on Saturday with round one of the Duthie Cup (one day cricket). The 25-week season was scheduled to be made up

of eleven days of one-day cricket, ten days of two-day cricket and four days of T20. The four trophy competition has had a change in format. The Duthie Cup Final, traditionally the season’s curtain fall, will be the first

trophy to be decided this season - the final will be on January 18th. The Inder Lynch Trophy (T20) will be then handed out on February 15th. The other two trophies, the W. H. Taylor Shield (2 day) and the Warin Cup

(overall winners) will most likely not be known until the last day of the season which is March 29th. Pukekohe Metro, after a stellar season in the 2012/13 edition of the competition, currently holds all four trophies available.

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As at Thursday October 10 Gull Tuakau has the lowest price on offer while Mobil has jumped aboard and joined the likes of Pak n Save and Caltex by offering lower prices than the rest. On Thursday, Waiuku prices were the same as Pukekohe which is good news for local motorists. tuesday, october 15, 2013 PAGE 27

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ASK THE VET Obesity and problems for your pets Send your question to: ‘Vet’s Voice’

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As in many other parts of the world obesity is now recognised as being an increasing problem amongst domesticated cats and pet dogs in New Zealand. In general this problem is the result of our pets being over fed and under exercised. Over feeding includesnot only feeding your pets too much but also the feeding of inappropriate types of food such as table scraps and left overs. Other contributing factorsto obesity

in our pets include the animal’s age, breed, sex and in some cases underlying medical problems. Obesity has a negative impact on a pets life by not only reducing the animal’s life expectancy but also by predisposing the animal to health problems such as osteoarthritis, heart and respiratory problems and diabetes. Specifically designed pet weight management programmes are now available at many veterinary clinics. Such programmes incorporate regu-

lar weighing, exercise, advice and dietary changes including the feeding of modern pet foods that have been specifically formulated to help manage obesity in pets. If you require further advice upon your pet’s weight or if you wish to enrol your over weight pet in our ‘Podgy Pet’s Club’ please do not hesitate to contact us at Pukekohe/Waiuku Veterinary Centre. - By Dr John Swney Pukekohe/Waiuku Veterinary Centre

Animals, children, gather at Pukekohe church Animals, including two ducklings, gathered around Jan Wallace, the Anglican vicar of Pukekohe, last Sunday hoping to get their share of the blessing she was dishing out as the congregation remembered the life of St Francis, the patron saint of all animals. Traditionally on this day, around October 4, animals get to go to church and get a sort of red carpet treatment, as for once church is all about them. Every year it is a bit of a wait and see who’s going to turn up on the day. At St Andrew’s there were heaps of dogs this year, one cat, a teddy bear, two tiny ducklings, and two special guests a guide dog in training, and a horse. Yes, a horse. And not just any horse. PC is a retired racehorse who now lives the

quiet life in a paddock on a farm. While all other animals and humans got to be inside for the service of blessings, while PC waited outside, this meant the animals also had to share the blessing. PC on the other hand got one just for himself, while admiring beasts and humans of all ages watched on. The friendly horse also got many pats and heard friendly words spoken about how handsome he was and patient and kind to all the kids who wanted to touch him. Another animal that drew in the admirers was Charlie, the guide dog in training. He got to sit up front for a while facing the people and animals, while his trainers answered questions from the kids about the life and work of a guide dog.

Call for jumps ban ‘Charlie’ promotes blessing Two horses died at the National Jumps Day in the Waikato last month, in the last races of the jumps season, leading to calls to ban the sport. The deaths brought the total to nine horse deaths in 2013, and animal advocacy group SAFE says it is a cruel entertainment. Two horses both suffered fractures in separate races and were put down. SAFE says there is nothing to celebrate on Jumps Day. “This year’s toll averages almost two deaths a month and is a side of jumps racing that punters do not see when

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placing a bet,” says campaign director Eliot Pryor. “The industry does not want to talk about the casualties that occur in jumps races every year. These deaths are an inevitable part of this socalled sport. It is not a question of ‘if’, but a question of ‘how many’. This is the cruelty of jumps racing.” Horse injuries leading to euthanasia vary from burst arteries to fractured legs and spines. SAFE has monitored the casualty rate of the 2013 season and notified sponsors when horses have died in the race they sponsored. “We are confident most businesses would not wish to associate their brand with an event that kills horses,” Eliot Pryor said, adding that the organiation is calling for a ban on the sport from 2014.

‘Charlie White’, the iconic horse that has become a part of Waiuku culture in recent months, was out promoting the Blessing of the Animals at the Holy Trinity Angican Church last week.

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Free drop off depot for all your unwanted TV’s, computers, whiteware, etc. Recycle All Your Stuff Ltd. Unit 1 Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Road, Waiuku. Free pick up by arrangement. Ph: 235 5769.

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ROSEMARY - I will prune your rosemary bush for you in return for the produce. Upright as opposed to trailing varieties sought. Call Martine 027 475 9580

2 bedroom with sleepout. Sunny brick house, close to sandspit Road school and Waiuku College, walking distance to town. $300pw. Ph: 235 8474 or 0277333818.

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Horses. Waiuku town Boundary. Shedding Available for hay & gear as well as a horse float. $30 per week. Ph: 021 234 5321.

HAIR DRESSING

FIREWOOD Bargain. 4 Metres Mac/pine $300 Delivered. 2 Metres $170. Ph/txt 021 744 970 or 235 0065. ADULT ACCESSORIES, adult toys, massage oil, lubes, Women’s Health & Sexuality Books & lots more available online www.vibes.co.nz.

THE Cutting Room Hair Salon. 33 Breaker Grove, Waiuku. Ladies cuts from $30 & Mens cuts from $25, Colours from $70. Hours: Tues 11-3pm, Wed 9-5pm, Fri 9-til late, Mon & Sat by pre-arranged appts only. Phone Steff 235 7149.

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LAWNMOWING TOPCUT LAWNMOWING reliable, clean, tidy job Experienced operator. Ph Fred 09 235 5280, 021 902 552. GREEN ACRES - Clarks Beach Covering Franklin Area Lawnmowing, gardening, Garden clearance, Hedges. Clean, tidy and reliable. Call Brett 021 0211 7777 or 09 232 1276.

Massage Massage and sugar paste hair removal - brow shape/lash & brow tint. Ph: Moka (natural treatment) 235 0464 or 021 1669 674.

PETS POOCHIE park – Holiday home for dogs – Inspection welcome by arrangement – Phone 09 235 0052 (evenings) or 021 856 555. Email pups@hotmail. co.nz for further information. Grooming. Best Lil Buddies Grooming for small dogs. Very competitive prices. Ph Janet 235 0338 or mob 022 601 8803.

PICTURE FRAMING THE FRAMING SHED Quality Custom Picture Framing 31 Victoria Ave, Waiuku. Tues - Fri 9 - 5 Winter Saturdays 10 - 1 or by appointment Ph. Allie 235 0939 / 027 253 4577.

Services Save $$$$. If it’s electrical, it is recyclable. Call 3XR Reclaim, Waiuku. 235 6367. 1pm to 5pm Mon - Sun. Dressmaking and alterations by Patricia. Phone: 235 0715.

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OFFICE SPACE downstairs from $90 + gst p/wk. Ph Sam 021 671 960. Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd, Waiuku. OFFICE SPACE upstairs from $110 + gst p/wk. Ph Sam 021 671 960. Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd, Waiuku. WAREHOUSE SPACE. Small, Med & Lge. Easy access. Ph Sam 021 671 960. Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd, Waiuku. WORKSHOP SPACE. Easy access. Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd, Waiuku. Ph Sam 021 671 960.

TUITION Waiuku Wing Chun Kung Fu. Learn traditional Chinese Self Defence in a friendly atmosphere. See new website: www.waiukuwingchun.co.nz. Ph: Mark 0275 968 191. LEARN to draw and paint. The fundamentals of drawing and painting techniques. Ph. 021 155 8714.

AGM

Waipipi Hall AGM The Annual General Meeting of residents and ratepayers of the Waipipi Hall will be held on Tuesday 29 October at 7.30pm at Creamery Road, Waipipi. Business: 1. to receive and adopt the report of the Hall Committee and Statement of Receipts and Payments for the 2012/2013 financial year 2. election of Officers 3. general business. Find out more: phone 09 301 0101 or visit www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Gregg’s Drumming Tuition. Beginners to advanced. No drums required. Bookings essential. Theory & practical. Teacher of the winner of Waiukus’s X Factor 2013. Check us out on Facebook. 021 265 2780 or 238 7980. Lessons in singing and piano (classical, jazz, contemporary). Song writing and music theory tuition also available. Call Carol Gilfillan 021 054 4753 or email cazjazz1@ gmail.com.

WANTED TREES wanted. Gum & Macrocarpa. Also tree felling & shelter belt removal. Ph or txt Chris 027 212 4590 or 235 0065. To buy good quality house hold furniture, tools, antiques etc. Free quotes. Ph: 027 277 5026. Lani To buy. Lawn mowing round. 2-3 days per week. No ride on wprk. Ph: Phillip 235 3919 or 021 235 3919.

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Pukekohe East Community Centre AGM Please note this meeting replaces the meeting that was to be held on Friday 18th October. The Annual General Meeting of residents and ratepayers of the Pukekohe East Community Centre will now be held on Tuesday 22nd October 2013 at 7pm in the Pukekohe East Hall, located on Pukekohe East Road. Business:

1. to receive and adopt the report of the Hall Committee and Statement of Receipts and Payments for the 2012/2013 financial year. 2. election of Officers. 3. general business.

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Surf Lifesaving Kariaotahi will once again be volunteering their time on our beach starting Labour Weekend. A reminder to everyone that the flagged area is for people only not vehicles or animals. We will be there from 11am to 4 pm every weekend until Easter to watch over you and your families. Please help make our jobs easier and swim between the flags. If you have interest in joining the club and are under 14 years old Junior Surf registration will be from 9:30 am Labour weekend at the club. Over 14 years interested in becoming a Lifeguard must be given to Tash 021 0589 788 or email: natasha_dickson_45@ hotmail.com, absolutely no later than the 4th of Nov as training starts that coming weekend and materials must be ordered. There can be no late interest.

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See you all out there and please swim between the flags!

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Glenbrook Rest Home

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All souls’ day service, 7:30pm Friday 1st Novemeber 2013. “a time to remember and pray” for your loved ones who have died during the past 12 months. All welcome, refreshments served following service. Enquires 238 5310. www.grahamsfunerals.co.nz

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SITUATIONS VACANT Gourmet Waiuku Ltd.

We are looking for staff to work in our capsicum growing and packing facility based in Waiuku. We require glasshouse staff to work in our Waiuku glasshouse, you will be required to twist, prune pick and pack capsicum. Experience in this type of industry would be an advantage. For this position please contact Karen 021 390 717. This position is permanent and may require overtime from time to time.

Gourmet Waiuku Ltd.

We are looking for staff to work in our capsicum growing & packing facility based in Waiuku. We have a position for a full time maintenance person to help with the on-going maintenance of our grading and packing plant as well as the boilers and other general plant. You will be required to be on call after hours. For this position please ph: Russell on 021 898 836. This position is permanent and may require overtime from time to time.

Gourmet Waiuku Ltd.

We are looking for staff to work in our capsicum growing & packing facility based in Waiuku. We req. a person to operate & maintain our automated glasshouse roof washer, the successful applicant will be required to operate between our sites at Mokai, Waiuku & Woodhill but would be based in Waiuku. A class 4 Licence is req. & HIAB experience would be an advantage. For this position please ph: Russell 021 898 836. This position is permanent & may require overtime from time to time.

Patumahoe “Looking after Locals” Community Development Project Co-ordinator

Make a difference in your community The Patumahoe Looking After Locals Community Development Project aims to develop a sustainable local community that is resilient and self-directed in times of unprecedented change. It aims to develop a village that recognises and enhances its community spaces with increased access to an improved local rural and natural environment. In the long-term our “healthy green heart-wise” programme will be in place and will take care of our “local community” and our “local planet”. In partnership with the Department of Internal Affairs, the Patumahoe community is looking for a person to co-ordinate this project, connect, support and inspire key stakeholders in our community to work collaboratively and achieve long-term sustainable development in a time of unprecedented change. We are looking for a person who demonstrates effective, persuasive and flexible communication skills, has the tenacity to drive through projects to completion, can think strategically, write and implement a short and long term plan, able to work independently and is self motivated but most importantly they will be skilled at engaging with diverse sets of people and working collaboratively. It is advantageous but not essential to have experience with similar types of community projects and to have knowledge of the Patumahoe area. Also important is experience in project and budget management, organising events and managing complex relationships. We are not averse to making this a job share position if requested. The role reports to a steering committee for a fixed term of 12 months renewable annually for a maximum of 3 years. It is not a 9 to 5 position therefore it is anticipated that the successful applicant will be readily available to work evenings and weekends. You will require your own vehicle and be able to work from a home base. How to apply: If you believe in developing healthy and sustainable communities please send your application and CV to lookingafterlocals@gmail.com For a copy of the Job Description please email lookingafterlocals@gmail.com Applications close on October 25th. Only online applications will be accepted.

Print Designer/ Office Administrator RAYS (Recycle All Your Stuff)

is a rapidly growing recycling and printing business based in Waiuku. We require the assistance of a Print Designer/Office Administrator to be the engine of our office business. This is a varied and busy role and so requires a proactive multi tasker and superb communicator. You will be experienced mature and able to cope with pressure. Duties include: • General office administration and reception duties, phone, website and general enquiries. • Printing of T-shirts, mugs etc. ideally some design work, engraving of trophies, name-tags, renting out of trailers. • It is essential that you will have printing/design experience, and be able to run an engraver. • You will be computer savvy with Photoshop experience as a minimum, along with some general office experience. In return we can offer the opportunity to earn an annual bonus, commission fees for original designs, and to be involved in the growth and expansion of an exciting new business. Please send your application including a cover letter to: Natalie McClay, email: nataliemcclay@xtra.co.nz, by Friday 26th October. The successful applicant may be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

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•Gutter clearing •Pruning/trimming •Weeding/spraying •Rubbish removal •All property maintenance•Fully Insured, Owner/Operator GLASS

PLUMBING

TEXTURED CEILINGS

Phone Bruce Cameron 0274 988 412 A/h 09 235 8263

CONCRETE

ACTUAL CONCRETE For all your concrete requirements Phone John 021 501 438 CONTRACTING

all about Your local company for all glass repairs and supplies 6 COURT STREET WAIUKU (Opposite Police Station) PLUMBING

Emergency Services 24/7

GLASS

We are a full retail dive store

Just off the Motorway 20 R Sylvia Park Rd, Mt Wellington

auto glass Windscreen Repairs & Replacement

FLOOR SANDING SERVICES New & Old Floors Phone Roger 0274 986 798

09 235 8364

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021 293 6250

All Sizes

ANY SIZE LAWN FRANKLIN WIDE

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0800 248 229

PAINTER DECORATOR

Len Gore

Painter Decorator Residential & Commercial

Value for money guaranteed For a free quote, call Len 021 - 682 028

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238 6369

Email office@madsen-lawrie.co.nz www.madsen-lawrie.co.nz For free consultation contact David Lawrie or Dan Madsen

We’re #1 in the No.2 Business

09 2352553 021762553 www.topnotchplumbing.co.nz

PUMPS

Contact: Tamara 235 8648 or 021 255 1087

smilingdragon@outlook.com ALL Ages ALL Abilities www.smilingdragon.co.nz Give Tai Chi a try … PUMP & WELL SERVICES PLUMBING - DRAINAGE - CONCRETE S U P P L I E S

For all your water requirements call and see Kevin & Jo Gubb ph 09 235 8268 14 Constable Road, Waiuku

MAINTENANCE Decks • Fences • Painting • Landscaping • Retaining walls • Paths & paving Locks & latches • Roof repair • Pergolas & sheds • Interior renovations And much much more.

14 Hall Street, Pukekohe Ph 09 Fax 09 238 2448

Servicing all aspects of Plumbing and Gas Fitting

LAWN MOWING

with air fills and equipment servicing 09 530 8117

FLOOR SANDING

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SCUBA DIVE AIR FILLS

STORAGE

LAND SURVEYORS

235 2572

(Right next to Bunnings Warehouse)

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Madsen Lawrie Consultants

Mobile free 0800 226 884

* Mobile Service, Franklin wide * 103 Manukau Road, Pukekohe

Diggers * Truck/Trailer Hire * Metal/slag supplied Grass/Maize silage transport * Household water cartage David Grimmond - Ph: 027 629 0114 / 235 2740 E: grimmo6@xtra.co.nz

0800 782 521 Alan Wilson Plumbing 235 9066

SURVEYORS

NIGEL KNOTT Owner

Hard wearing coatings for most surfaces. Terraces, Garage floors, Block walls etc. Epoxy coatings - Airless Spraying, Roofs Painted

0800 SUCKA1

Hosking Place, Waiuku

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235 8206

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Electronics

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Ltd

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For friendly service ph Merv 235 2835

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Contractor or Employee - You decide...or do you? It is well known that the cost of compliance with various pieces of legislation is a major factor which can often distract a small business operator from the core of the business. It is little wonder then, that the temptation to avoid the hassle of filling and filing PAYE forms every month can encourage some operators to secure their “staff” on a contractor basis (contract for services) rather than as an employee (contract of service). The temptation is made even more delectable when Considering restructure which couldpay, result in the savings aon things like holiday sick leave and ACC levies are taken into consideration.

redundancy of one or more positions within your While the idea might seem to be worthy of merit and often is, on occasion securing someone on a contractor basis can turn around and bite you… hard. organisation?

At Employment Relations Consultants we have people calling us every week claiming that they were secured as a contractor but that their everyday function

Don’tclearly be trapped by a flaw in the process which shows them to be an employee. Sometimes it is a case of the practice changing over time. could result in the lodgement of an expensive Proving or defending this can be a costly and time consuming exercise. Action begins with the lodging of a personal grievance, through mediation and personal grievance against you. eventually to the Employment Relations Authority. If proven, the backdating of costs (holiday pay etc) can be substantial.

Seek advice before you commence any redundancy The true nature of the relationship is established with the use of a series of tests. The various tests are too numerous and complicated to explain in this processes. short article. However, the first test is referred to as The Intention Test. In other words what was the intention of the parties at the commencement of the We relationship? can advise on all aspects of your restructure

and the processes needed to complete it.

This can be investigated in a number of ways. Is the contractor registered for GST? Does the contractor supply an invoice? Just a couple of the questions which Phone nowwill for aarise. no obligation quote. Without belabouring the point, there is, as previously suggested, a wealth of other tests. The Control Test for example – What control does the contractor

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS CONSULTANTS have over his/her everyday working life? The hours that are worked, when holidays are taken, where the work is carried out ..etc. etc. Other tests include The3025 Independence Test, The Fundamental Test, The Integration Test and the list goes on. 09 238 · mark@wehelp.co.nz · www.wehelp.co.nz

At Employment Relations Consultants, we say that the foundation lies in the Intention Test. The best way to provide for that is to have a contract drawn up between the two parties so that there is no doubt as to their intention at the outset. We can work through the concept with you, give guidance on operating practices and design a contract which will assist with the completion of the first and, we believe, most crucial of the tests. Regardless of whether the relationship is that of contractor or employee a detailed contract which spells out the responsibilities of the parties is the foundation for a successful on-going relationship. Contact us now for expert, cost effective, employment advice 09 238 3025 or email mark@wehelp.co.nz

next month / Chatfield & Co - Entertainment and the Tax Man

Our services include the defence and resolution of employment disputes including personal grievances which may be brought against you. We can provide representation in Mediation, Employment Relations Authority or Employment Court. In these difficult financial times, we can advise and give guidance on company restructures and potential redundancies. We provide advice on employment contracts – essential in these times of rapidly changing employment law requirements. We can assist and guide you through disciplinary processes and/or performance management and can provide low cost HR services to small businesses who need to concentrate on the running of their business. Contact us now for expert, cost effective, employment advice.

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS CONSULTANTS

We offer professional services with friendly expert advisers... § Business and management accounting § GST, PAYE and all other government reporting § Auditing § All forms of farm accounting § Trust and asset protection § Tax advice

If you buy or sell by the end of the year and we handle your conveyancing, you will be entered into the draw to win! YOU MUST REGISTER WITH US BEFORE 01/11/13 TERMS & CONDITIONS APPLY

“just to mention a few”

PUKEKOHE 7 Hall Street 09 238 8077 or email marion@chatfield.co.nz HEAD OFFICE Khyber Pass Road 09 303 2200 ALBANY 222 Bush Road 09 415 2323

09 238 3025 · mark@wehelp.co.nz · www.wehelp.co.nz

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