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Teen stabbed after party in Waiuku Police had already been called to the address after reports of disorder, and made a number of arrests, but had left the property when the attack happened. Emergency services were called to a Victoria Street property near to where the party was hosted about 3am on Saturday. Initial reports were that there had been a party and a fight in the street and the teenager had a head wound and was taken to Middlemore Hospital in a critical condition. The teenager was transferred to Auckland City Hospital where he was in a serious condition, a spokeswoman for Auckland District Health Board said on the weekend, but reports yesterday said he was expected to be back home within a few days. One partygoer said the party itself had largely broken up when the incident occurred, and there were around 15 people left in the area when Reece Rodger was stabbed. It is believed the alleged attacker, who she said left the scene in a vehicle with a family member, had been at the party earlier in the evening. Police said yesterday that the knife is still outstanding and are interested in hearing from anyone who may know where it is. It is thought to be in the area of Mellsop Avenue. Police have arrested a 17 year old man and charged him with Wounding with Intent to Cause Grievous Bodily Harm. He appeared in court yesterday morning. Anyone with any information on the incident or the knife is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Rob Cleary on 09 261 1321 at Papakura CIB. • Hundreds of messages of support flowed in for Reece, with this picture posted on social media by friends as he recovered.

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Witnesses, knife, sought by police Police have issued an appeal to the public as they search for a knife believed to have been used to stab a Waiuku teenager in the head in the early hours of Saturday morning. Waiuku teenager Reece Rodger is recovering after the attack, which occurred at a Victoria Avenue property following a party on Friday evening. Social media sites were flooded with comments on the incident on Saturday, with hundreds of messages of support for Reece, as well as a number of messages, some threatening, on the facebook site of another local teen, who had been named on the sites as the attacker.

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It was Charles Dickens who, a century and a half ago, opened his novel A Tale of Two Cities with the lines ‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...’ It was that phrase that ran through my head on Saturday as I mixed sorting through photos of calf club and interviewed a young woman who had been at a party where a local boy was stabbed in the head. Calf Club epitomises everything that is great about our region. Families and friends gather in what is one of the most beautiful parts of our country, while youngsters battle with the animals they have reared, locals take turns at manning stalls, buying raffles, cooking sausages and adding another chapter to our rural communities. At Otaua School, eating a beef burger and chatting with friends, I had commented how lucky we are. An hour later, I was wondering what has happened to our community when I followed up not only the incident in Victoria Avenue, but also the messages being posted across social media. There were many messages of support for the victim, but there were also hate-filled angry posts about his alleged attacker and on-line arguments between others posting on various sites. There was an undercurrent of violence in many of the posts, messages couched in the coarsest and most abusive language. The difference between the morning and the afternoon of my day was like stepping from a Constable landscape painting to a horror film. Yet just five or six years ago, many of these abusive teens were the ones I had been photographing innocently enjoying their own calf clubs. How did they get from that, to this? And more importantly, how do we stop it?

Len Brown’s ‘Zero Waste’ is a joke Monthly we receive Len’s propaganda pamphlet ‘Our Auckland’ through the letterbox promoting the benefits of recycling. Under pressure from my ‘greenie’ mates, I set up a system where we could sort our bottles to the colours and deliver them to our Waiuku Transfer Station, the weight of this contribution is approximately two tonnes every couple of months. On arriving with our nicely sorted bottles and bins I was told that we would have to pay $5.00 per drum, by our waste supervising employee, the excuse given was that I was a commercial enterprise and had to pay. On contacting Auckland City Council and making them fully aware of the situation, I was told that there should be NO charge.

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New skills for Shannon Mauku’s Shannon Cockerton was among a group of 18 young people who graduated from the Ronald McDonald House Auckland (RMHA) Youth Board. The board consisted of Year 12 and 13 students from a number of Auckland secondary schools. The Board had been working together since early March this year and have participated in organising and volunteering at a number of events for RMHA. Their hard work has been a huge benefit not only to the team at RMHA but also the community that they support. The young people have developed new skills over the past year, including excellent leadership skills. Recently, as part of their graduation, the Youth Board cooked a meal for all the families staying at RMHA. This was followed by a performance from Titanium and a

graduation ceremony. Having the Youth Board has also been a great help to the team at RMHA. Wayne Howett CE of RMHA says: “It was great having the Youth Board as part of the RMHA team. They inject a youthfulness and eagerness into the activities and often bring a different perspective. “They have also been an amazing help volunteering their time and energy to so many events that would not have been the same with out them. We cannot wait to see what they do next”. Youth Board applications for 2015 will open soon and more information is available at www.rmhauckland.co.nz • Left: Mauku’s Shannon Cockerton peels potatoes in readiness for the graduation meal for Ronald McDonald House Youth Board.

Local representatives for Auckland’s UN celebration Representing Franklin at Auckland’s celebrations of the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons were Heather Douglas of Pukekohe and Julia Smith of Waiuku (pictured right). The pair attended a commemoration in the Auckland Town Hall, hosted by Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse and with guest speaker Sir Bob Harvey earlier this month. In 2002, the Second World Assembly of the United Nations adopted an international plan to respond to the opportunities and challenges of population ageing in the 21st cen-

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Awhitu Fire Force celebrates four Gold Star awards

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The four Gold Star recipients with the full brigade behind - ready and willing to proudly serve their community at the sound of each and every call. One Team, One Force, One Goal - Community Service.

Above: The four proud wives were honoured for their personal sacrifices, for their contribution in continually supporting their courageous husbands during the last 25 years of their service to the Awhitu Rural Fire Force.

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Over 200 people gathered on Saturday night at the Matakawau Hall to honour the men and women who proudly served, and continue to serve, in the Awhitu Rural Fire force over the last 25 years. Dignitaries and guests from all over Auckland gathered to honour the dedication, determination, sacrifice, courage and above all the service to the community that the team at Awhitu Rural Fire Force has deliv-

GRANT ANDREWS Deputy Fire Chief 25 YEARS Grant has served all of his 25 years at Awhitu. He has attended 914 musters at an average of 94%. Grant, a dairy farmer who runs a local agricultural contracting business is a very busy individual yet over the last 25 years each and every time the call came he was always willing to drop everything to help those in need.

ered every single day for the past 25 years. What made the night even more special was that not only were four Gold Stars presented (with a combined service of 107 years), but possibly for the first time ever twins would be honoured on the same night for the same amount of service, having started at the same time. Presentations were made to DFC Grant Andrews, 25 years, twins SSO David and

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Senior Station Officer 25 YEARS David was at the original muster 25 years ago. He has attended 885 musters, an average of 92%. David was a dairy farmer up until two years ago and is now a dry stock farmer. He was described as well known for stepping up to the plate for his mates and is someone you can always count on.

SFF Keith Millar, 25 years each and FC Howard Logan, 32 years. One message was loud and clear, that the service and dedication that each and every firefighter delivered would not have been possible without the support of their family and wives. The proud wives were also honoured for their enduring support and service and for all the times their husbands missed so many family engagements.

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Senior Fire-fighter 25 YEARS Original member, Keith has attended 981 musters, an average of over 95% attendance over the 25 years. Keith lives close by and is frequently on the delivery end of service in particular the medical calls, and is a commercial painter when he’s not attending fire calls.

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Secrets to succeed in the Christian walk Jesus gave us three quick short parables to help

us to understand the concept of spiritual things in a sinful world, something that is almost beyond our understanding, but yet these parables give us the glimpse or a concept of spiritual things and the Christian walk. Luke 5:36 “And he spake also a parable unto them; No man putteth a piece of a new garment upon an old; if otherwise, then both the new maketh a rent, and the piece that was [taken] out of the new agreeth not with the old.” Old Cloth-New Cloth Luke 5:37-38 “And no man putteth new wine into old bottles; else the new wine will burst the bottles, and be spilled, and the bottles shall perish. But new wine must be put into new bottles; and both are preserved.” New wine in new bottles-old wine old bottles.

Luke 5:39 “No man also having drunk old [wine] straightway desireth new: for he saith, The old is better.” Old wine is alcoholic. The key and linchpin word in this text is “straightway” or “immediately.” Fresh grape juice is not immediately desired, we need a process of change, it takes time, a walk, a growth, a progression, a development, a “New Heart” and new inclinations. Remember wine in scripture also has a spiritual meaning of “Doctrines or Beliefs” Fresh Grape juice is represented as God Doctrines fresh from the Bible, and fermented grape juice or wine or booze is manmade and old corrupted doctrines. Believers sometimes find it hard to take on new doctrines as they conflict with the old man of sin, which dwells within. Remember in Jewish/ Hebrew thinking, Yeast and Sin is in essence the same thing. Watch the phrase: Rom 1:16-17 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, “The just shall live by Faith.”

Faith to Faith: 2 Cor 3:18 “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, [even] as by the Spirit of the Lord.” Glory to Glory: 2 Cor 4:16 “For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward [man] is renewed day by day.” Day by Day: Paul clearly tells us that the Christian walk is “Faith to Faith” “Glory to Glory” and “Day by Day.” It is a progression, a sort of staircase of upward growth. Remember what is said in Romans 10:17 “So then faith [cometh] by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” Our Faith grows with a daily consumption of scripture, well chewed over and assimilated into the life.

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promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust. And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness; And to godliness brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness charity. For if these things be in you, and abound, they make [you that ye shall] neither [be] barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. But he that lacketh these things is blind, and cannot see afar off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins. Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall: For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.”

Feelings Alone Are Not an Indication of Sanctification. Happy feelings or the absence of joy is no evidence that a person is or is not sanctified. There is no such thing as instantaneous sanctification. True sanctification is a daily work, continuing as long as life shall last. Those who are battling with daily temptations, overcoming their own sinful tendencies, and thus seeking for holiness of heart and life, make no boastful claims of holiness. They are hungering and thirsting for righteousness. Sin appears to them exceedingly sinful. {CCh 56} Let us be growing Christians. We are not to stand still. We are to be in advance today of what we were yesterday; every day learning to be more trustful, more fully relying upon Jesus. Thus we are to grow up. You do not at one bound reach perfection; sanctification is the work of a lifetime. . . . {3SM 193} Why do we not dwell more upon this? Why do we not strive to make it easily understood, when it means so much? Why do not Christians open their eyes to see the work God requires them to do. Sanctification is the progressive work of a lifetime. The Lord declares, “This is the will of God, even your sanctification” (1 Thessalonians 4:3). Is it your will that your desires and inclinations shall be brought into conformity to the divine will? {3SM 202} Prov 24:16 “For a just [man] falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.”

Mauku artist Claudia Slaney has won a First Place at the Fellowship of Artists Working Members Exhibition. Claudia’s watercolour (inset), was selected for first place across the entire exhibition, with all mediums considered. The judge was Greg Moyle, well known Art Collector and previous Chairperson of the then Auckland Council Arts, Culture and Recreation Committee. Claudia entered her first show in March 2012 (The Auckland Easter Show), and had her first solo show six months later, where over half of the works sold. She has placed third in Watercolours at the Easter Show for the last two years and this year has been included in a large number of significant exhibitions. Claudia has also been invited to participate in a number of inaugural shows, including the Ponsonby Cruising Club art exhibition, and the Mount Albert Grammar show.

Claudia says she aims to bring a distinctive and contemporary feel to the beautiful and traditional medium of watercolour. “The stunning effects produced by the interactions of the different pigments with water, paper and each other are impossible to resist, so of all the mediums it is always watercolour I return to.” Recently returned from Europe, her focus is on New Zealand towns and landscapes, and the abstract images that emerge from these local scenes. She is largely self taught, but has attended numerous workshops over the years. She has received both inspiration and tuition from Brian Millard and Alvaro Castagnet and considers them to be her main influences. While living in London she regularly attended life drawing classes at Candid Arts Trust, drawing and painting classes at the Royal Academy through NEAC, and numerous workshops at the Sir John Soanes Museum.

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Saturday sausage sizzle raises polio awareness This Saturday (October 25), a free sausage sizzle will be held in the Waiuku Town Centre as Waiuku Rotary raises awareness of their part in the world-wide drive to eradicate polio. Since 1985, the number of reported polio cases worldwide had dropped by more than 99 percent. For nearly 30 years, Rotary International has been fighting the spread of polio. They’ve raised more than $1.3 billion to protect more than two billion children from the disease. Their primary role is to raise funds, mobilise volunteers and raise awareness of the disease. The Rotary Club of Waiuku, founded in 1960, is one of the clubs within Rotary District 9920, which includes the greater Auckland region, together with Pacific Island clubs from eight nations. There are around 50 clubs in that group in total, making Waiuku’s district the largest and most diverse area in Rotary worldwide. Since 1985, all clubs worldwide have worked to provide funds to help Rotary’s fight against polio, aiming to make it only the second disease, after smallpox, to be completely eradicated in the world. Currently, the only areas left with major outbreaks are Nigeria, Afghanistan and Pakistan, and to date, the district that Waiuku belongs to has contributed well over a million US dollars to the cause. Polio, a highly infectious disease, still affects mainly children, and many New Zealanders will recall friends and family who were affected by major outbreaks in this country in the early part of the last century. There is no cure for the disease, but for as little as 60c for an oral vaccine, a child can be protected from the disease for life. Earlier this year, the Director-General of the World Health Organisation declared polio to be still a public health emergency of international concern. As such, WHO urged polioimpacted countries to ensure travellers leaving their borders are immunised against the disease.

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Horse industry leaders at Waiuku event The Waiuku Cosmopolitan Club will host a Melbourne Cup Day with a difference this year, when it stages a live ‘talk show’ festive event featuring leaders in the local equine industry. Organised by Keith Ralph, who will also be running the ‘Punters Club’ on Melbourne Cup Day, the afternoon will be hosted by local trainer Richard Yuill, who will chat with guests including legendary local trainer Moira Murdoch as well as Kevin and Denise Hughes and a number of other trainers, stable staff and jockeys. The Cox Plate will be on show, and there will be questions for the audience to win a variety of prizes, as well as the chance to enjoy the celebrations and await the running of the famous Cup. The action starts from around noon on race day, (Tuesday November 4), and Keith says the atmosphere should be exceptional. He adds people who attend can expect to have some fun as well, with competitions including a version of the ‘pin the tail on the

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News Bites Special ceremony marks arrival of commemorative train

New bylaw takes aim at home fireplaces

Auckland Council is proposing to introduce an Air Quality Bylaw which will focus on the management of indoor fires to reduce the emissions of fine particles into our air. Monitoring currently shows that 75 percent of Auckland’s air pollution in winter is due to fine particle emissions from indoor fires. The draft bylaw will be discussed at the council’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee meeting today.

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One of the two dogs seized by Waikato District Council following a serious attack near Waiuku has been euthanised with full support from the owners. The other dog at the property which was not involved in the attack, has been surrendered to Council and will undergo rehabilitation before its future is assessed. Sue Duignan, General Manager Customer Support says, “through education and engaging the family, we have achieved a good outcome for both the family and the community surrounding the property”. Ms Duignan says she is very glad to hear the victim of the attack continues to show improvement and her recovery looks positive.

Public invited to attend as World War One battle remembered at Glenbrook Station

A special ceremony will be held at the Glenbrook Vintage Railway’s Glenbrook station on Labour Day Monday morning when the commemorative steam train Passchendaele, named after one of the bloodiest battles of World War One, will arrive. A pipe band, wreath laying and representatives from Railways and the Army will be involved, and following the ceremony a flypast will be performed by historic warplanes. The public are welcome to attend the ceremony, which will commence at 10.10am and there will also be a large display of military vehicles and equipment. In 1925 the minister of railways, Gordon Coates, agreed to a proposal to name a steam locomotive ‘in memory of those members of the New Zealand Railways who fell in the Great War’. More than 5000 railwaymen served overseas between 1914 and 1918 (out of a total workforce of 14,000), and 450 were killed.

After considering the names Somme, Le Quesnoy and Ypres, Coates chose Passchendaele. The locomotive selected to carry the name was AB 608. Built at Christchurch’s Addington railway work-

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An Auckland man has been convicted for a third time and fined $2,500 for illegally advertising his services as a plumber and has been ordered to pay solicitor’s costs of $113.00 and court costs of $130. Bruce Hume advertised his services as a plumber when he was not authorised by the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Board to carry out sanitary plumbing work. Mr Hume was previously convicted for two similar offences in July of last year that resulted in a total fine of $2000. Less than three months later Mr Hume continued to advertise his services. Plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying are regulated industries in New Zealand and it is illegal for anyone to do this work unless they are authorised to do so by the Board. Advertising may suggest a tradesperson is legitimate, when in fact they are not. The public should always protect themselves against misleading information and its consequences by asking to see a plumber’s authorisation card. The Board’s Chief Executive, Max Pedersen said: “There are serious health and safety risks associated with sanitary plumbing carried out by an unauthorised person. Any defective plumbing work has the potential to cause disease and serious damage to the home.”

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display at Christchurch and Dunedin railway stations (although in 1963 they were temporarily restored to the locomotive for New Zealand Railways’ centennial celebrations in Christchurch). By the time it was withdrawn from service in 1967, AB 608 had steamed more than 2.4 million kilometres. The locomotive has since been restored to full working order by Steam Incorporated at Paekakariki, north of Wellington, and will take part in First World War centenary commemorations.

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David Brundell’s 30-year passion to develop a Glenbrook Beach property into a stunning ‘garden with attitude’ comes to an end this year as he prepares for a new challenge in Rarotonga. The botanic maestro created three hectares of sublime subtropical gardens amongst stunning lakes and magical hills, and is hosting a clearance sale after his final Spring Festival before taking up his role as curator of a new botanic garden in the Cook Islands. It means he leaves behind the internationally-known nurseries and flowering plants in Glenbrook, but for local garden-lovers it means there will be some incredible bargains over the three days of this Labour Weekend Internationally-known for his clivia varieties, David says the majority of the plant varieties are sub-tropical, many from South Africa and South America,

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areas which produce hardy bulbs which are ideally suited to the soils and climate of Franklin. The specialist nursery features amaryllids such as clivia and the Fireball lily as well as exotics such as Butterfly Amaryllis and Hippeastrum. Gardenza also produce many unusual aroids, from low-growers to giants, along with an array of heliconia, canna and more. Gardenza also hosts the truly clonal ‘Vico Yellow’ clivia. Gardenza’s unique combination of stunning flowers and plants, plus the entrancing and extraordinary landscape, makes this weekend’s sale a must-see for floral enthusiasts or simply anyone looking for a spectacular and unforgettable day trip. It’s not to be missed, and it’s a final chance to enjoy David’s enthusiasm for his plants, and to add, (or begin) your own personal ‘Garden with Attitude’.

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Party plan for a safer Halloween A safe way for local children to enjoy Halloweeen is the goal of a fun event being staged for young people at the Waiuku Town Hall next Friday. Starting at 7pm and running to 9pm, the Blue Light disco will feature prizes for the best costumes and best dancers and a canteen will be available for drinks and food. Local board member Brendon Crompton says the event is to encourage children not to go ‘trick or treating’, something which poses risks for the children, but also is of concern to residents, particularly older residents who have felt intimidated by behaviour of some groups of young people. “Don’t let them trick and treat…bring them to this fun event where safety and fun is paramount and they can dress up as any character they want,” Brendon says. Admission costs for the event is $5 per child, and for further information contact: Brendon@ bluelight.co.nz. Right: Brendon Crompton and Constable Andy Napier with children from Waipipi School last week.

‘Food Forest’ mooted for Franklin By John Allen

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Last month, September, was Bee Aware Month and our National Beekeepers Association recorded many activities to raise awareness of the importance of bees to our society. For example, Auckland City Council has hives on a balcony of the Town Hall and other cities are set to do the same. Federated Farmers ran a ‘Trees for Bees’ campaign for farmers and many education programs are being run

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Franklin Treecroppers have organised a public seminar to explore what food foresting is. To be held on Saturday November 8th (1:30 3:30pm) at the Pukekohe High School this is an opportunity to learn more about how we might achieve a sustainable, low maintenance food production system. Whilst a voluntary donation at the door of $10 per person will be sought, no one will be turned away. up and down the country. There is much thought and effort going in to campaigns to “save the bees”. Activities range from local fundraising for the Save Our Bees Charitable Trust, through international campaigns to urge retailers to stop selling pesticides that kill bees, to calls for the ban on the use of neonicotinoids in Europe being replicated here. The controversy around neonics or other pesticides being the cause of collapsing bee colonies is diverting attention away from considering other, less exotic, reasons for bee deaths. For example one of the common causes is a shortage of available food for a bee colony. Bees will forage for food over a 3km range and in many cropping situations this may be an issue. When acreages of kiwi fruit

are in flower, their food supply is bounteous. At other times it is the opposite. Whether the causes are pesticide use, a lack of diversity of food sources or something else again, the problem seems to be a consequence of economic imperatives around our horticultural practices. And if that is the case, then that is where we must seek a solution. There is already a change underway in our farming practices focused on minimising input costs and maximising production volumes by planting monocultures and applying herbicides and pesticides. Organics, permaculture and biological farming are horticulture methodologies seen more frequently in our rural press these days. What they all have in com-

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mon is two things. One is a focus on the soil as the means to production. The second approach, one that goes beyond organics by mimicking nature’s system for food production, is food foresting. A food forest, or forest garden, is a ‘perennial polyculture of multipurpose plants‘. What do all those words mean? Perennial plants grow for more than two years, so a food forest implies permanence. A polyculture is the opposite of monoculture with all the implications of sustainability, reduced use of poisoning ‘cides’ and fresh foods. Multipurpose means they can provide two or more of the seven ‘F’s: Food, Fibre or Pharmaceuticals, Fodder for animals, Fuel or Fertiliser. And not to forget Fun. One important thing is that food forests are designed to achieve a specific purpose. That purpose could be a productive home orchard, an economic use of lifestyle blocks or a commercial growing operation. To provide a community learning and demonstration site, the Franklin Branch of the NZ Tree Crops Association are considering a project to establish a Franklin Food Forest. To support this, Franklin Treecroppers have organised a public seminar to explore what food foresting is. To be held on Saturday November 8th (1:30 - 3:30pm) at the Pukekohe High School this is an opportunity to learn more about how we might achieve a sustainable, low maintenance food production system. Whilst a voluntary donation at the door of $10 per person will be sought, no one will be turned away. What do you think about the concept of a Franklin Food Forest being established in Pukekohe? Post your feedback at smallblock. org.nz and register for the seminar “A Food Forest in Franklin?”.

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that ex trip to It was a special moment yesterday for Waiuku’s Isobel and Jim Kelly, who celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary with a luncheon for family and friends at Barb’s Bar and Diner. The couple were married at Cambuslang Congregational Church, near Glasgow, in 1949 and moved to New Zealand in 1957. Jim laughs that they were originally going to stay for just 18 months, but ended up remaining in the country, and moving to Waiuku in the late 1990s. They say they love the area, adding that Waiuku is the ‘best little town in the whole of New Zealand’.

Picnic and services mark 160 years 160 years of European settlement of the Awhitu district will be marked with two days of activities on the weekend of November 15 and 16. Saturday sees a gathering at the Awhitu Regional Park carpark before a drive to the ‘Valley of the Settlers’ kauri plantation. Visitors then can enjoy a gentle walk through the plantation, which was planted a decade ago to mark the sesquicentennial of the district. People who wish to attend are asked to take along a hat, drinks, possibly a folding chair or similar, and a picnic for the picnic lunch. A vehicle will be available to carry gear to the viewing point. In case of inclement weather, contact Wayne Aspin (235 1074) or Jock Massey, (235 1152). The second day of the celebrations will start with an 11am service at the Awhitu Central Church, which will

be followed by the unveiling of two memorial plaques. One will mark Hilary Atchinson’s enormous contribution to the church and the district, and the second plaque and memorial seat will remember John Mugridge for his service and contribution as a leader and mentor to young people through Scouting.

This will be followed by a BYO pot luck finger food lunch at the Awhitu Social Club. Tea and coffee will be provided for participants, and there will be a chance to renew friendships and chat about the region. Donations towards the memorial seat would be welcome, and a bank account has been set up for donations. For further information on the activities, or to make a donation contact Lois Templeton on 2351079 or Joan Massey on 235 1152.

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free drop-off point for whiteware, electric and electronic equipment, printers, computers, televisions, old metal and more. RAYS offers free pick-up in the Waiuku area, and in other areas by negotation, and Jurie says in the past year more than 2000 clients have taken the chance to recycle their old goods. “We take pretty much everything except old furniture,” says Jurie, “and Labour Weekend is a great time to have a tidy up around the section and get rid of the old washing machines, swing sets and trampolines, and old metal items around farms and businesses.” Many local engineering and panelbeating firms, as well as farmers and householders, have taken advantage of RAYS’ collection services to get rid of their

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Official opening at Strathallan On Saturday ACG Strathallan officially opened its world-class hockey turf and pavilion facilities for use of both the school and the greater community. Helping to celebrate the opening was local MP Judith Collins, she says, “It is fabulous to see ACG Strathallan growing and flourishing. Putting in a facility of this quality for use of not only ACG Strathallan, but the wider community is wonderful. I’m really pleased to be here today.” The hockey turf is of an international standard, and is the only turf in the country that meets the new standard set by STI, the suppliers of hockey turfs for the Olympic and Commonwealth Games. The pavilion is home to function rooms for the community and changing room facilities. “We look forward to hosting regional and national games in addition to the school grade hockey games.

Aluminium cans Used cooking oil Electric tools Computers Waiuku’s free recycling centre, Recycle All Your Stuff, or RAYS as it is known, has recycled more than 400 tonnes of ‘stuff’ in just its first Cardboard year, and the team at the facility are delighted with the community response. RAYS owner Jurie Breytenbach says that unwanted metal items, and have them Motor oil 400 tonnes includes innumerable washrecycled in Waiuku. ers and dryers, around 5000 televisions, Jurie says he and the yard handyman Tinenjoy cans and all sorts of recyclables from the local Luke Bignell being part of the Wairegion. Situated in the Waiuku Business uku business community, and RAYS is a Printers Park just off Kitchener Road, RAYS offers a member of the local business association

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hockey from the students, gradually this dream has turned into a reality.” Also at the event was local Auckland councilor Callum Penrose and the ACG Chairman John Maasland. This year part of the highlight of the turf has been practice from Year 1 – 13. Everyone has had the chance to use the turf and there is a close association with the Waiau Pa Hockey Club.

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This will be a great sporting facility addition for our community,” says Robin Kirkham, ACG Strathallan Principal. Officially opening the pavilion was ACG CEO Clarence Van der Wel, who said, “This turf and pavilion enhance ACG Strathallan’s reputation as a top performing hockey school. “The turf idea started with the passion and interest in

as well as the Franklin chapter of Business Network International. RAYS has also been able to help community projects, including using part of the building for a storage and sorting area for the local Rotary Book fair recently. Jurie smiles that one unexpected sideeffect of the business has been that everyone is starting to call him Ray, thinking that RAYS is named after him. “He’s even starting to answer to Ray now!” Luke laughs. Open seven days a week, RAYS has provided a great service to the local region over the past year already, and the team say anyone with any queries about what recyclables they accept should check out their website or facebook, or just give them a call ahead of Labour weekend.

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The qualifications will be delivered entirely online, and therefore accessible to students all over the world. Dr McEwan says the certificate programme would suit those working in various animal-related industries such as zoos, conservation work, the animal care sector, and would be a stepping stone to the diploma and degree where employment pros-

pects might include animal behaviour consultant, advanced animal training and animal research work. “Students who complete the masters degree will graduate with an in-depth understanding of animal behaviour, animal health and welfare and animal-related ethical and legal matters,” he says. “They’ll know how to

make clinical assessments, identify factors that contribute to problem behaviours and develop behaviour modification programmes.” The qualification will be aligned with the British Animal Behaviour and Training Council standards. For more information, go to www.waikato.ac.nz/fass/ cab or email clinab@waikato.ac.nz

The full service for your fluffy friend After 25 years in the pet industry, including running a boarding cattery, a pet shop and a grooming studio in Auckland, Jan and Ivan Willis have moved to Waiuku and opened their new grooming service. Nestled in an idyllic rural property in Victoria Avenue, Waiuku, the couple have established a dedicated grooming studio, where Jan can put her years of experience to use for the region’s pet owners. Jan trained under a top American groomer who was employed at their Howick business, and says she learned an amazing amount from her. Jan and Ivan say what makes Janz Dogz so special is not only Jan’s experience,

but also their commitment to service for their clients. “It’s about giving them the full treatment,” Jan says. “We give the dogs a bath and blow dry, clip according to the client’s wishes, check and cut their nails, ears, pads and anal glands, and shave their sanitary areas.” Janz Dogs also offers free nail clipping for their regular clients in between clippings and say their main focus is to have the dogs in top condition, and with

a cut that the client wants, not just how the groomer wants to see the dog. Most dogs are scheduled for a clip every 10 weeks or so, depending on breed, and a full groom costs from $60 depending on the coat, but Jan says they are happy to quote on grooming costs for individual dogs. The studio is open Monday to Friday, and appointments are essential. Phone 235 5550 or 0274 825 451 for further information.

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New Radiographic (X ray) Equipment for Pukekohe and Waiuku Veterinary Centres Pukekohe / Waiuku Veterinary Centre have recently upgraded their radiographic equipment by purchasing two state of the art computerised digital X-ray machines, one for each clinic. Pukekohe / Waiuku director, Dr John Swney says “Purchasing such equipment was a significant financial cost to our veterinary practice but we see it as an essential tool in ensuring a high standard of veterinary care and diagnostics for our patients. Digital X-ray technology allows vets to produce high quality radiographic images very quickly. Such equipment also means less exposure to radiation for our patients and staff. The quality of the X-ray images produced using our new equipment is far superior to that produced using older conventional radiographic

equipment. Another advantage of our new system is the ability to send digital X-ray images over the internet to veterinary specialists all over the world. This will benefit our patients with complex medical conditions, as specialist reports often now come back on the same day as they are sent. Previously X-ray films could only be sent via post or courier. Digital X-ray technology is also more ecologically friendly as, unlike conventional Xray equipment digital X-rays technology does not involve the use chemicals to process the image”. Pukekohe / Waiuku Veterinary Centre, also has a mobile digital X-ray unit which since its purchase 18 months ago has been used, primarily, for equine radiography purposes.

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Puni all set for North Island champs Sunset Coast BMX Club is hosting the North Island Titles BMX competition at its Puni track over Labour Weekend, the second-biggest event on the New Zealand BMX calendar. The club has received 755 entries for the event, from 5 and unders to 50 plus age groups. Sunset Coast BMX Club is well represented, especially in 6 year old boys where the club has seven riders entered, in a class of 37 entries. Club members Vadim Beaver, Tommy Dillon and Fraser Tilyard are racing in the largest class, 8 year old boys, with 50 riders entered. Mackenzie Roberts-Craig is a strong prospect in 14 year old girls, and Cody Lush and Jordan Szasy, current NZ

Above: action from the ‘Pre-Norths’ meeting at the Sunset Coast BMX Club track in Puni recently. Left to Right, Bevan Brown, NZ 8, Sunset Coast, Paul Dillon, Sunset Coast, Scott Hazelwood, World No. 2, North Harbour, and Lance Dinsdale, NZ 3, Whangarei, partially obscured. 5 and NZ 6 will be competing in 15 year boys. Club secretary Stu Stenhouse will take a break from administrative duties to race in 25-34 age group Cruiser class, as well as supporting sons Christian (12 boys) Ethan (6 boys) and daughter Kate (9 Girls). In the more mature age

groups, current NZ 4 Heath Long and NZ 8 Bevan Brown will be good podium chances in the 35-39 Cruiser class. Trans Tasman rivalry will be on display with the Mighty 11 competition, an annual event between female and male teams of the top 4 11 year olds from each country. The NZ senior test

No risk to water supply Rates group slams Brown

Watercare’s decision to close two water supply lakes in the Hunua Ranges in May 2014 after traces of herbicide (metsulfuron-methyl) were detected has been the subject of media reports last week. Auckland Council CE Stephen Town is confident public safety was never at risk but is reviewing the reporting procedures around potential drinking water contamination. “I am confident that proper safety procedures were in place and were followed by the parties concerned. Watercare took all steps required to ensure that neither water quality nor water supply were put at risk,” he said. “There remains a concern about who should have been informed of these events and when, and whether this should have been made public at the time. “I will therefore undertake a review of council’s reporting procedures. Our organisation must be as open and transparent as possible – and that includes matters within the wider Auckland Council family that are in the public interest.”

David Thornton, of rates action group No More Rates, says Mayor Brown is misleading the public when he says the average rates increase will be 2.5 per cent. “The truth is that the Mayor is planning to increase the total amount of rates the Council collects by 2.5%, which is about $40 million,” he said. “The total rates demand will be about $1.4 billion, and will be collected from all ratepayer groups including, business, rural and resi-

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dential. The revaluation will decide how much each ratepayer will pay. “Business ratepayers do pay more than residential ratepayers but Mayor Brown is changing that by reducing the gap between businesses and residential, which will add to the increase for residential ratepayers. “Another concern is that an estimated 25,000 residential ratepayers will still be paying increases from the 2011 revaluation which placed a 10% cap on increases arising from the shift to Capital Value. “The critical issue is that property values are the basis on which rates are set and any change in value changes the rates which will be charged. “When the changes in value for individual properties, across the whole Auckland region, vary from zero to 65%, there will be huge changes in the rates payable on individual properties,” Mr Thornton notes. “The Council can relieve some of the changes by using a Uniform Annual General Charge which is a fixed charge payable on each separately rated dwelling. The payment reduces the amount payable on the value of the home. “This charge is currently $375 per dwelling but could be increased to $850 per dwelling; the effect of increasing this charge is of benefit to higher value homes, but detrimental to lower value house, “This issue is proving very divisive among the 21 members of the Council’s Governing Body.”

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“Protecting Auckland’s cultural heritage ing on a balanced, workable approach. The is a key part of Auckland Council’s job but ‘Cultural Impact Assessment’ that critics so is making sure consent applicants don’t have been complaining about isn’t new – it’s find themselves tied up in unnecessary red been around for years.” tape,” says Roger Blakeley, Auckland CounIt is currently required in a very small cil’s Chief Planning Officer. number of cases where a property is near a “There is always a balance to be struck.” site that is of value or significance to mana Dr Blakeley was responding to public de- whenua and involves changes that could pobate about the proposed Aucktentially impact those sites. This land Unitary Plan provisions can include, for example, forconcerning mana whenua inmer burial sites or pa sites. A facilitation cluding a public meeting organIn the last six months, Auckservice “involves the ised by the group Democracy land Council has processed over Action. 6000 resource consents and less council contacting He says the rules in the prothan 200 of them (3%) triggered iwi on behalf of the posed Unitary Plan regarding a possible assessment. There applicant, and the sites of significance or value to have been 50 site visits and 12 mana whenua were brought in iwi will say whether cultural impact assessments following feedback the council formally requested in that time. an assessment is had received on the draft plan “As a council we’ve worked needed.” asking for more protection for closely with iwi to find ways to cultural sites and places. minimise the impact on landThe Unitary Plan hearings owners and have introduced a process is now underway and the Independ- facilitation service to simplify the process. ent Hearings Panel will review the rules as “This involves the council contacting iwi people have their say. The Proposed Auck- on behalf of the applicant, and the iwi will land Unitary Plan (PAUP) provides greater say whether an assessment is needed. Most emphasis on the consideration of Mana people are taking advantage of the facilitaWhenua values, establishing a framework tion service. for Auckland Council and Mana Whenua to “There is a misconception that these aswork together. sessments involve some kind of veto from It contains a range of provisions intended iwi. They don’t. They are about iwi providing to meet the council’s broad obligations un- expert advice. The council takes that experder the Resource Management Act. tise into account, but it is the council that “In the meantime, we need to keep focus- makes the decision.”

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roperty Matters P Renovations this weekend? Don’t get caught out!

If you are looking at doing home renovations this Labour Weekend, it pays to bear in mind that plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying that people can do without authorisation is very limited. An Auckland man was last week convicted and fined $2,000 for illegally carrying out sanitary plumbing and has been ordered to pay solicitor’s costs of $113.00 and Court costs of $130. Grahame Mills was not authorised by the Plumbers, Gasfitters, and Drainlayers Board to carry out sanitary plumbing work at a home in Mairangi Bay. The plumbing work involved modifications to a shower unit and installation of a bathroom vanity. Mr Mills also connected the associated hot and cold water supplies and waste water supplies for both units and installed a water pump to increase water pressure. The plumbing work carried out by Mr Mills was defective. The pipework connected to the pump leaked

and water from the tap in the vanity was a brown rusty colour due to incorrect positioning of the water pump. Plumbing that an unauthorised person can legally do is repairing or replacing taps, ball valves, tap washers or plugs, and fixing or unfixing a shower that is installed over a bath and is supplied with water through the bath taps. Gasfitting that an unauthorised person can legally do is any connecting or disconnecting of an LPG cylinder. They can also connect or disconnect or carry out other work on any portable gas appliance that is designed to have its own LPG bottle attached to it —like a BBQ or patio heater. An unauthorised person can also adjust the controls of any gas appliance, where these are designed to be adjusted by the consumer. Installing ducting on a central heating unit is also permitted, where there is no effect on the actual burner operating. Drainlaying work permit-

ted to be carried out by an unauthorised person is work on open jointed or perforated drains for the collection and removal of ground water or a downpipe for the conveyance of water from the roof of a building. The Board says homeowners should not risk their family’s health and safety or

their insurance by carrying work that only an authorisation tradesperson can undertake. The Board recommends that before attempting any work of this kind contact the Board for clarification first. This way people can be assured they are not undertaking any work illegally.

New regulations a worry Residential property investors are still confident, growing and looking to buy more properties despite rising interest rates – but many would consider selling up in the event of proposed new regulations. More than half (52%) of all respondents in the 2014 ANZ Property Investment Survey, released last week, cite government regulations and tax as their biggest worry, up from 37% two years ago. One in three say Reserve Bank proposals that would require banks to treat investors with more than five properties as commercial customers would impact their investment strategy – mostly by not buying new properties, or by selling. Many also raised concerns about the proposed introduction of a ‘warrant of fitness’ for rental properties. The impact of interest rate volatility, in a year in which the official cash rate has risen 1%, was cited by one in three as their greatest concern. Despite these concerns, investors say they expect property values to grow by 4.8%, and rents by 2.8%, in the next year.

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Calf Club

Our rural community Left: Holly Barraclough with Star at Awhitu School. Right; Renee Campbell with Candyfloss.

Birthday Girl - Imogen Lee-Phillips with Emerul the goat at Awhitu. Left: Charlie Norton invited ‘Mayor Hen Brown’ to attend the Awhitu Calf Club Day and picks up a merit. His ‘cage’ included a desk and chairs, computer equipment and a variety of staff with chicken-related names! Above Chase Davies leads his calf at Otaua School, while Eden McDonagh, right, gets ready for a spot of rain.

A word from the judge for Pukeoware’s Jordan Midgley and Chocolate.

A reflective moment for Brooke Bruce-Hol and Masport at Otaua.

Georgina McCabe and Bollie the calf had a very successful day at Otaua.

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ark; Ethan Harris with Tito the dog and Twister the goat. Below, At Aka Aka School were; above, left to right; Ginger ‘The Reading Chicken’ and Sam Goudie-P Aden Brown and Lochlan Logan with lambs Bunty and Flicker. left to right; Joey O’Neil tackles his lamb Sky, Petrina Schlaepfer awaits the judges call, and

Emma Yorke and her calf Milo at Glenbrook School.

Waipipi School: Above: Alize Thomas and Ellie Dickey with lamb Mickey. Below; organiser Jo Hopping and sponsor Trish Fenton at Waipipi School.

Left Jaz Lahman and son Will at Glenbrook. Right: Samantha Jones and her mum Kristine with their Welsh Pony Alfie.

Brothers Harvey and William Brown make the most of the toffee apples at Aka Aka School.

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Brothers Nicolai and Malachi Ritchie with their calves Jerry and Toby at Sanspit Road School. At Sandspit Road School; Left: Joel Marx and Skateboard the calf. Right: Peta Knowles and her lamb Michael

Chloe Little and her lamb Munter at Sandspit Road School.

Sunshine and a friendly lamb make a great way to relax at Waipipi School!

At Sandspit Road School were (right), Jemma Evans and her goat Manu, along with (above), Kaydia Adams, who has her lamb Richard inspected by judge Kellly Sherrard.

Hayden Hoskin and his calf at Waipipi.

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To safeguard the diversity of food plants, a seed bank has been built in the middle of the frozen Arctic Ocean.

A stockpile of seeds Code name: Arctic ‘Noah’s Ark’

Place: The Norwegian islands of Spitsbergen, or Svalbard as Norwegians call them, immortalised by Jules Verne’s novel, Journey to the Centre of the Earth. In the middle of the frozen Arctic Ocean, not only a thousand kilometres from the North Pole but also a thousand kilometres from inhabited land. Objective: To safeguard the diversity of food plants against climate change, war, natural catastrophes, earthquakes, nuclear explosions or the downing of airplanes. In a secret, impregnable place, capable of resisting all disasters. How? In a fortified, subterranean, high-security vault, dug deep into a permanently frozen mountainside. The vault, made of reinforced concrete, is surrounded by permafrost, a permanently frozen soil. At 130 metres above sea level, the vault will not be affected by rising sea levels. A successful cocoon in the middle of the Arctic Inaugurated at the beginning of 2008, the seed bank has received half a million seeds of diverse plant species from around the world, representing approximately a third of known plant species. Rare or significant plant species are however still missing from their archives. The collection is being carried out by the FAO, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations combined with a research group based in Rome, Bioversity International. The seeds remain the property of the donating countries or institutions.

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The tractor of the future

More compact, more modular and more respectful of the environment. These are the main principles guiding the design of new agricultural machinery. First off, the fight against pollution. Manufacturers are all working hard to meet the standards for off-road vehicle emissions. The objective is to reduce levels of nitrogen oxide and particles emitted by 19 kW to 560 kW engines. Engine emissions will be reduced by 90%. The ultimate objective? To obtain emission levels close to zero.

What about intelligent tractors?

Imagine a division of Roman soldiers, amassed in tight lines, crushing everything in their path, compared to a shrewd little unit that works with wonderful precision as if by magic! All of which means that today’s huge machines have a tendency to compact the soil. The tractors of the future, however, are more compact and adaptable and will be equipped with sensors that allow for soil characterization, water retention, pH measurement and crop development. In short, the concept is selective harvesting, where only the stalks of the plants are gathered once they reach maturity. What’s more, all the functions of the current, bigger machines will be distributed in detachable modules. The operator will guide a convoy of several machines, each with a specific function. These differing functions will be organised through a digital link. Once the task is carried out, the automated module, without an operator, will be programmed to return and park itself in the farmyard!

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Markets are run every Sunday in Pokeno from 8am. FREE ADMISSION & PARKING. Stall sites from $15 Large Paddock in Main Road Pokeno. Roger & Vyvyan Vincent wodger@slingshot.co.nz

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It’s name means ‘a place of refuge’ and that is exactly what Pokeno is becoming as it enjoys a resurgence in popularity and enjoys the chance to become a very special part of the Franklin and Waikato areas. The town of Pokeno is fast becoming the hidden gem of the region as Aucklanders rush to buy cheap property just outside the city boundary. New roading, better infrastructure and job prospects with the building boom have seen the area rapidly develop in recent years, and its a growth which looks to only get stronger as Auckland continues to grow. The town has seen an influx of buyers either capitalising on or being pushed out by high house prices on the other side of the Bombay Hills, which is bringing not only business into the township, but also new families and harking back to the town’s roots as a strategic midpoint between Auckland the Waikato. Pokeno is famous for its bacon and big ice creams - a 12 scoop if you have a large appetite as well as its market, held every Sunday in Pokeno village.

Nestled at the foot of the Bombay Hills and protected by the surrounding terrain, Pokeno is strategically located at the crossroads of state highways 1 and 2, boasting convenient access to the north and south, the Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and West Coast beaches. Expanding the vibrant and well established community, Pokeno Village is planned to cover 400 hectares and will include residential sections, an employment zone, extensive recreational parks and sports grounds, additional school facilities, neighbourhood walkways with native planting and open spaces, plus a reinstated Market Square that will become a focal point for the community. Hamiltonians looking to live closer to jobs in Auckland are also snapping up homes in the township, with sales recorded quickly in the region. But it is far more than just a dormitory suburb. Pokeno has a vibrant business sector, with crafts, speciality products and boutique business which attracts visitors on day trips from all over the region.

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Economic growth in Pokeno is quickly gathering momentum, with the $200 million infant formula plant built by Yashili in Pokeno According to the website openwaikato.co.nz , a recent Structure Plan for Pokeno, completed by Waikato District Council, has been developed to manage huge growth in this town through new residential, business, industrial and recreation zonings. Pokeno Village Estate includes 2000 residential sections and 12 hectares of dedicated sports park and reserves, wetlands and walkways. Gateway Business Park is located just south of Pokeno

village. A range of lots ranging in size from 1500m2 to 1 hectare and above are being offered for sale. Infant formula manufacturer Yashili is currently constructing a state-of-the-art production plant in Pokeno with a projected output of 52,000 tonnes of infant formula per annum. Manufacturing is expected to begin in 2015. The resident population of Pokeno in March 2013 was 1,782. However since then, subdivision activity in the north of Pokeno has been intense and the population is rapidly increasing as people recognise its major location advantages.

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Showhomes

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HOME & LAND PACKAGES FOR SALE 4 Bedroom • Executive Family Home $655,000 Isabella Dr, Pukekohe

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PATUMAHOE VILLAGE ESTATE IT’S YOUR GENERATION. STAGE 3 NOW SELLING Showhome now open in Patumahoe 8 Fletcher Lane, Patumahoe Call Jitske Harris on 027 703 7248 email jitskeh@generation.co.nz

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Signature Homes combine pride and exceptional craftsmanship What our customers When it comes to choosing a quality builder to build your home, the devil really is in the detail, so Murray, Debbie and the Signature Homes team invite their clients to have a close look at their workmanship and they welcome any comparisons. They also like to advise their clients about what to look out for in this regard, as poor workmanship is not always immediately apparent to an untrained eye. Signature Homes believe they deliver the best service, the best designers and the best contract builders - from Papakura through to Franklin and beyond, and their team has built literally hundreds of beautiful homes for Kiwi families. “Combining our pride and passion for exceptional craftsmanship with the renowned quality, and proven systems and support of Signature Homes has given us the opportunity to be better at everything that we do”, says Managing Director Mur-

ray Garland. “The result has been an even more rewarding experience for our clients, and renewed variation and opportunity for our local team to grow. Not only is it important to be innovative and proactive in the market place, we feel it’s also important to provide team members a pathway to personal growth and development.” “When we joined Signature Homes, it opened up a huge array of resources for us, and a great deal of business support. We have a range of homes and house & land package options to suit most clients, and if one of the Signature designs does not suit your requirements, then we’ll design a home for you that does.” That means clients can choose from the simplicity of a house & land package, a complete knock down and rebuild, subdivision or a new dream home from scratch. Signature Homes Papakura/

Franklin believe in building exceptional homes, but they also understand the importance of building solid client relationships. As a result of their success, many of their clients have been the result of referrals from satisfied customers. Signature Homes delivers the best service, the best designers and builders - Franklin through to Papakura and all the way to the Bombays, the team has built hundreds of beautiful homes for Kiwi families.

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“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and the team at Signature homes for the exceptional service you provided us and for this amazingly beautiful home you built for us which is an everyday reminder to us of how much your team has impacted our lives. Your team is much a part of our family as this house is. We love our house”. Thank you so much. Anushka, Ras, Ashwini and Sahaani

Sport

DON’T DRINK & DRIVE

Waipipi Bowling Club results The Waipipi Bowling Club opened for its new season on October 4, with the greens in first-class condition. The club says new members are always made welcome on Tuesdays for rollups and Saturdays at 9.30am with coaching available. The first tournament for the club was the Grahams Funeral Services fours competition played on October 16 with a full green of 16 teams. and excellent conditions for all players. It was enjoyed by all and won by Barry Williams, Chris Walker and Len Garney of Pukekohe. Second place went to Mike Kavanagh, Gary Hillier and Glyn Tunley of Pukekohe with Bruce Robinson, Bernie Eagle and Moira Tracy of Waiuku third.

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Coastguard warning for boaties Steelers in All Blacks Local boaties looking for some time on the water this Labour Weekend are urged to remember the sea conditions can change suddenly. Waiuku’s Coastguard unit has won awards this year for its efforts within the community, and Coastguard wants that community to stay safe. Mark Morgan was rescued by Coastguard after setting off in his kayak from his workplace toward his home in June this year – a trip he had made many times before. However, things took an unexpected turn for Mark when he was flipped into the sea and he found himself alone, clinging to his overturned kayak and fighting for his life. He was rescued by Coastguard after being lost at sea for seven hours in total darkness, cold, hypothermic and in shock - but still alive. Mark was one of the 7,334 people brought home safely by Coastguard volunteers

this past year, and with Safer Boating Week launched from 17 – 24 October, Coastguard urges boaties to be prepared before heading out onto the water. “New Zealand’s weather and marine conditions are unpredictable and constantly changing, therefore skippers must remain vigilant at all times and take necessary steps to keep their boats seaworthy and protect those on board,” says Coastguard New Zealand CEO Patrick Holmes. Boaties need to remember three simple messages before heading out: 1. Prep your boat – prepare your boat and make sure it’s safe 2. Check your gear – check you have the right safety equipment and it’s working 3. Know the rules – and know what to do if something goes wrong “They’re simple messages that save lives. On average 15 Kiwis lose their lives in

boating accidents each year - this year already 14 boaties have lost their lives at sea. “This is 14 too many and some simple preparation before heading out can avoid potential disaster. Finding accurate tide and marine weather forecast information before launching and having two separate waterproof communication devices on board is a good start. “It is vital that skippers know the Boating Safety Code and adhere to its five simple rules, including skipper responsibility and wearing and taking lifejackets.” said Holmes.

The All Blacks selectors Steve Hansen, Ian Foster and Grant Fox have selected their squad for the fourTest MyRepublic Northern Tour against the USA, England, Scotland and Wales. The All Blacks will play the four sides over respective weekends, with the first Test of the tour against the USA at Soldier Field, Chicago, on Saturday 1 November. The squad sees midfielder Sonny Bill Williams return to the national side. Williams returned to New

Zealand rugby with his Counties Manukau ITM Cup provincial side earlier this month after two seasons away from the game. Another feature is the inclusion of Counties halfback Augustine Pulu, who has been named in his first official All Blacks squad, after being called into the All Blacks as an injury replacement for last weekend’s Bledisloe Cup Test preparations. The All Blacks squad assembles in Auckland this Sunday for the flight to Chicago.

Tony thanks his community

In 2011 Waiuku’s Tony Nelson was dangerously overweight, and was determined to do something about it. This year he ran the Sand to Mud Fun Run, and has now entered bodybuilding competitions. He says the community has been amazing on his journey to better health and wrote this letter to the Post: With great support and en-

couragement from the Waiuku local businesses as well as unstinting encouragement from many friends I was able to lose 51 kgs over the past 19 months. I was also able to proudly enter my first bodybuilding competition last month. This momentous challenge could only have been achieved by the belief and encouragement I have received from everyone, spur-

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ring me on when the challenges ahead became daunting. This generous support enabled me to carry on, and to prove to myself that I could achieve my goals. The most important part was that you all showed me how to be honest & true knowing that without surgery I could face and overcome my battles. Two people stand out in recognition of their efforts. Gary from the Waiuku Village Butchery, who with his knowledge of macronutrients helped me design a nutritional plan that was very specific to lose the body fat during the different phases leading up to the competition and Jamie Baker, my personal trainer who, provided me with the technical knowledge on what was required to raise my expectations. Businesses that in particular provided me with the motivation are as follows: The Jym, The Post, Deeds Office Products, Mitre10, New World, Sandspit Road School, Nick’s Cafe, Cafe Karma, Barfoot & Thomson, 100% Gary Pyes, Unichem, Mobile Mechanical and James Cook High School.

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Olivia Jordan and Lulu at Pukeoware.

• FREE BUSINESS SEMINAR •

Waiuku’s Dr Richard Potman deals with patients of a different kind at Pukeoware Calf Club.

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

WEDNESDAY 22 OCTOBER 5:30PM To register for this seminar, email: katrina@rise.co.nz 48 Queen Street • Waiuku • Ph: 09 235 7455 • www.rise.co.nz

Flynn Llelliott got into the spirit of the 75 year celebrations at Glenbrook, dressing up like many of the youngsters. Hunter Maxwell and his calf at Glenbrook

Enjoying the festive atmosphere at Glenbrook’s 75th anniversary were Maria Naysmith-Wright and her goat Casper along with Harry and Laura Makin and calf Valerie.

M U M S & B U B S

Market

Saturday 1st November 10am-2pm Saint Andrew’s Church Queen Street, Waiuku

new & preloved stalls sausage sizzle coffee & cakes loads of fun for the kids email waiukuplunket.market@gmail.com for more info

Mobile Mortgage Manager. At Kiwibank, we want to help you into your dream home as quickly as possible and help you get mortgage free faster. Todd can help with all of this, at a time and place that suits you.

Todd Dixon Call 0800 452 037 or 0272 355 941 Email todd.dixon@kiwibank.co.nz Visit kiwibank.co.nz Kiwibank’s lending criteria, terms and conditions, and fees apply. Kiwibank Limited’s Qualifying Financial Entity Disclosure Statement is available from your local Kiwibank or at kiwibank.co.nz.

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ACCOUNTING & Taxation Services - Call Rise Chartered Accountants. Ph: 09 235 7455.

COCKY’S CORNER - For fencing & roofing iron, timber, hardware, plywood, pavers, gates, garden sheds & more. 123 Queen St, Waiuku. Ph: 235 9880 or 235 2386.

LAWNMOWING/ Garden maintenance. Jim’s Mowing for quality work from reliable, fully insured and police checked operators. Call: 0800 4 546 546 for a free quote.

First evening free for new players. BADMINTON evening at Waiuku College, Thurs from 7pm, $2. From 17 yrs up. For more info phone Wilma 235 2106 or Moka 235 0464.

Struggling with your monthly & EOY accounts? We can set you up with an accounting package, monitor and complete your accounts & file Financial Returns or do all with realistic monthly fees. Call Accounting Payroll Solutions: 235 0461. E: petemarg.enterprises@ xtra.co.nz

ADULTS ADULT ACCESSORIES Adult toys, massage oil, lubes, Women’s Health & Sexuality Books & lots more available online: www.vibes.co.nz.

ALLEY WAY New Hudson recliners - $450 * Dbl sided pillowtop King bed $495 * King bed $450 * Queen beds frm $195 * Single beds $30 ea * Bunks $55 * 3 pce wingback suite $50 * New white bed frame Queen $280 * Washing machine $50 * Fridge-freezer $275 * Rocking Chair $90 * 3x2 brown suite $395 * Outdoor Kwila table & 4 chairs $120 * Devon table $120 * Large Rimu cabinet bar $195 * Kwila table, 6 chairs & umbrella $90 * 31/3 BOWEN ST, WAIUKU

Ph: 235 7715

Beauty MAKE UP - Permanent. Eyes, eyebrows and lips. Look great this summer. Ph: Tania at the Salon 09 236 3735 / 0277 222 778.

BOATING REPAIRS - Dinghy or trailerboats; fibreglass or wooden. All jobs considered. Ph Tony on: 235 3545 or 021 598 662.

CARAVANS LONG TERM - Free local delivery from $60 / week + bond. Ph: 09 232 1814.

CLEANING Vacant houses, windows, offices, carpet shampooing & exterior waterblasting. Plus maintenance. FREE quotes. Ph Allan or Lynette: 09 235 9333 or 027 272 6249.

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STRAWBERRIES Freshly picked, big and tasty, available in kilo punnets, or less if desired. Come to 81A Morley Rd, WAIUKU (up the long driveway). Open early, till late.

Ph: 09 2359064 L.C Strawberries

FREE Free drop off depot for all your unwanted computers, whiteware, etc. Recycle All Your Stuff Ltd. Unit 1 Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd. Free pick up in Waiuku. Ph: 235 5769.

FOR SALE FIREWOOD - Bargain. Mac/pine. 4 Metres: $300 Delivered. 2 Metres $170. Ph/txt: 021 744 970 or 235 0065.

PETS POOCHIE PARK – Holiday home for dogs. Inspection welcome by arrangement. Ph: 09 235 0052 (A/H) / 021 856 555. E: pups@hotmail.co.nz for further information. Happy Tails Dog Grooming in Waiuku call Ashley 09 235 9581 or 021 248 4111. JANZ DOGS Professional Pet Grooming Service. 110 Victoria Ave, Waiuku. Small and medium dogs only Ph: 235 5550.

PICTURE FRAMING The Framing Shed. Quality custom picture framing. 31 Victoria Ave, Waiuku. Tues - Fri 9 - 5 or by appointment. Ph Allie: 235 0939 / 027 253 4577.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Sat 25th Oct, from 8am. Household goods and books. 28 Breaker Grove, Waiuku, off Constable Rd.

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

LAWNMOWING TOPCUT LAWNMOWING - Reliable, clean & tidy job. Exp. operator. Ph Fred 09 235 5280, 021 902 552. GREEN ACRES - Clarks Beach. Covering Franklin area. Lawn mowing, gardening, garden clearance, hedges. clean, tidy and reliable. Call Brett 021 0211 7777 / 09 232 1276.

Thank you A big thank you to the kind gentleman in Pukekohe who found my daughter’s wallet. We really appreciated it. TO LEASE OFFICE SPACE - Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd. Downstairs from $90 + gst p/wk. Ph Sam: 021 671 960. OFFICE SPACE - Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd. Upstairs from $110 + gst p/wk. Ph Sam: 021 671 960. WAREHOUSE SPACE Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd. Small, Med & Lge. Easy access. Ph Sam: 021 671 960. WORKSHOP SPACE Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd. Easy access. Ph Sam: 021 671 960.

Sat 25th Oct, 8am - 2pm. 90 Victoria Ave, Waiuku. All funds raised will go to the Auckland City Mission.

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.

FIREWOOD splitter. Ph: 235 7733 or 021 305 111.

thank you Waiuku Cat Colony Rescue would sincerely like to thank Judy and Leonie Wells, and the family and friends of Allan Wells, for the donations they made in Allan's memory. Your kindness is very much appreciated.

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Maintenance Powell’s PROPERTY MAINTENANCE. Fences, decks, refurbishments, Project Management, waterblasting, painting, wallpapering. You name it, & I most likely do it! Phone Mike: 235 2050 or: 027 459 4148.

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BEREAVEMENT THANKS

public notices

WELLS, Allan Judy, Leonie and Deon would like to thank family, friends and neighbours for their How to solve kindness when Allan passed away. We will be closed Labour Day MEDIUM Sudoku! No.1367 The visits, baking, cards, phone calls, flowers & donations to the Cat 3 Colony Rescue were very Monday 27th October. 2 9 Fill the grid so that much appreciated. Also special thanks to Doctor 6 and2Jude5from Franklin Hospice. Enjoy theevery long weekend! 3 every row and Battistessa,

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GARLANDS lovingly made to your personal requirements.

Call in & see us! 2/31 Bowen Street, Waiuku Phone 235 0643 or 021 998 897

The Annual General Meeting of residents and ratepayers of the Paparimu Community Hall will be held at 7:30pm on Wednesday 29th October at Paparimu Community Hall, 345 Paparimu Road, Hunua.

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Paparimu Hall AGM

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TUITION

SERVICES Deceased Estate House clearances & cleaning. Ph. 027 277 5026 for free quote. Waiuku Magpies 2nd Hand Dealers. Freeview - Antennas, installations & set up. Ph Mike & Mike: 235 7059 mornings. Registered Servicemen.

sits vacant Deliverers wanted for newspapers & pamphlets Pukekohe Area. Ph: 027 417 1860.

Drumming Lessons Full set up in Waiuku, no need to have a kit. Beginners to intermediate, theory, rhythm & grooves. Ph: Paul on 021 145 4478.

Find out more: phone 09 301 0101 or visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Phone : 09 235 9307 Fax : 09 237 0054 Email : pharmacy@waiuku.amcal.co.nz

WANTED TREES WANTED - Gum & Macrocarpa. Also tree felling & shelter belt removal. Ph/txt Chris: 027 212 4590 or 235 0065.

WANTED TO BUY Good quality used furniture, collectibles, bric a brac, also house lots. Ph.027 277 5026 for free quote. Waiuku Magpies 2nd Hand Dealers.

BEREAVEMENT THANKS Raymond Dugdale 17/5/1940 – 7/8/2014 The Dugdale family wish to thank all the whanau and friends, & all those who sent cards, gave a Koha, flowers, Facebook messages, texts from the UK, baking, & the cup of tea ladies. To Maggie & her staff at FMH, Erin, Ella, Karen, Toni, Mr Ian Belcher, & Lynn Harding, thank you so much.

Awaiting the resurrection. John 5:28-29

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Glenbrook School

Board of Trustees Election Nominations are invited for the election of two parent representatives to the board of trustees. A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations has been posted to all eligible voters. Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office. Nominations close at noon on Friday 31 October and may be accompanied by a signed candidate’s statement. The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours. There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school.

Voting closes at noon on: Friday 14 November 2014.

Diane Andrews, Returning Officer

situations vacant

Saw Operator GJ WECK & SONS LTD, Patumahoe We require a Saw/MachineOperator Immediate start Have previous experience and reliable transport Hours 7.30am – 5pm Mon-Fri Contact: mike@gjweck.co.nz Ph:021990279

Part Time Position

Fit person required for 3 days per week for 3 months, then possibility of more days. Days are Fri – Sun, Waiuku based. Applicants must be honest and reliable. A forklift licence and first aid certificate are desirable, but not essential. Please email CV to: contact@waiukuzerowaste.co.nz

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Your A-Z of Trades & Services

LAWN MOWING CONTRACTORS

Perhaps you’re a busy professional, retired, a business owner, not blessed with green fingers or simply just don’t like the hassle and hard work of mowing lawns. The benefits of hiring a professional garden service are many. Regular mowing by a Lawn mowing contractor will keep your lawn looking ship shape with a customised plan that will leave you with a great looking lawn without having to lift a finger. Regardless of the size or complexity of your property, most contractors will be able to personalise a service to your needs. Having your lawns mowed will help in taking

CARAVANS

Caravan Hire

• Accommodation needs • Portable ensuites • Ideal extra bedroom

Phone Lynette & Jeff Millen

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the labour out of maintaining your home’s property. Often, the gardens in our neighbourhoods of which we’re most envious are the work of a professional garden service. Another great benefit is that they will have all the right equipment - no more worrying about whether the lawn mower will start. Most lawn mowing contractors services will include; Mowing lawns, Edging lawns, Blowing glass clippings off patios, walks and driveways, Lawn Fertilization Service, Lawn Aeration Service and Weed Prevention Service. As the characteristics of lawns, properties and amount of work required will vary, this will also affect the price charged. Even though this service costs money, for many homeowners or tenants, it’s a small price to pay for a well maintained property.

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Counties Caravan Rentals

Mobile 021 533 585

HOMEKILL 0800 843 863

$100 off Beef processing with slaughter

Whole beef - $1.30 / KG - $90 slaughter Lamb processing - $50

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

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CAR RENTALS

Franklin Car Rentals

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All Sizes

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Hosking Place, Waiuku SEPTIC TANKS

PAINTing

Len Gore

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LAWN MOWING

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CONCRETE

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

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Windscreen Repairs & Replacement

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Ph: 09 235 2256 or 0274 682227 email: kangal@ps.gen.nz. PO Box 74, Waiuku 2341

maintenance

Call Mike: 235 2050 / 027 459 4148

Fences, decks, refurbishments, waterblasting, painting, wallpapering, project management

You name it, and I most likely do it!

WINDOW CLEANING

Window Cleaning Commercial & Residential Cleaning:

Cafes, Homes, etc Call now for a free quote:

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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

Motors Ltd•

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Classic Cars} - All repairs, tuning & servicing For friendly service phone Merv 235 2835

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Preparing Your Business For Sale - A Legal Perspective Now that your business is all dressed and ready for sale and your accountant has prepared a guarantee that the turnover will remain at that figure - it is simply a statement of what the everything for a prospective purchaser to review, the next stage is to negotiate and contract to turnover was for the period of the warranty. sell the business. The agreement provides the purchaser with a period of vendor’s assistance. This can be a If you are working with an agent they will be able to work through most of this process for you. period that is mutually agreed between both parties. During the period defined in the agreement However remember to seek legal and accounting advice prior to signing any contracts. Without the vendor remains after settlement to provide the purchaser with assistance. The vendor is appropriate conditions in the agreement, you could find yourself with unforeseen tax and other not there as another staff member, but more in an advisory role. obligations which could have been avoided. The restraint of trade clause aims at providing the necessary protection of prohibiting the Most of the time the biggest stepping stone is the price. If you are happy to deal with this direct vendor from competing with the purchaser after the business has been sold to the purchaser. then feel free to do so. Alternatively, your advisors will be quite happy to deal with this for you. However, the restraint of trade clause may only apply to the vendor’s type of business, the When discussing price you need to be clear that there are other clauses in the agreement that geographical location and most importantly the time restraints must be reasonable. also need to be complete, however these are usually much easier to negotiate. As vendor, your A condition of the standard sales and purchase agreement is the obtaining of the landlord’s accountant will have put together most of the information required to complete the agreement consent to the assignment of any leases for any premises from which the business operates. for sale and purchase. For a landlord to make a faster decision it is common practice for the purchaser to provide for The standard sale and purchase agreement requires for the purchase price to be split into the landlord’s consideration relevant information for consent. This information should include three components: 1 Tangible Assets; 2 Intangible Assets; and 3 Stock. the purchaser’s details, a CV or work experience details (especially business or industry experience), any financial statements of assets and liabilities, and evidence of the character Tangible assets are assets that have a physical form. For the purposes of a standard sale and of the purchaser. This information shows the landlord that the prospective new tenant has the purchase agreement tangible assets are fixed assets such as machinery, buildings and land. skills and is financially sound to pay rent and run a profitable business from the premises. The Intangible assets are the complete opposite of Tangible Assets. They are not physical in nature. sooner in the process that you start to prepare this the smoother the process will be. In terms of the sale of your business your intangible assets will be things like intellectual Have a list of your Tangible Assets with a value attributed to each of them prior to discussing property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, business methodologies), goodwill and brand figures. Put this list together in conjunction with your accountant as this is where you can find recognition. It is important to ensure this figure is an accurate reflection of what your business yourself with an unexpected tax bill. is. This is where your accountant can assist. Do you have any Intellectual property (IP)? IP includes a diverse range of commercial The third component is straight forward. Stock is the goods kept in hand by a business for the assets from patents through to copyright protected artworks. There is no formal registration purposes of its trade. However it is important to conduct a stocktake prior to the sale of your requirement in New Zealand, but it is always worth making others aware of your rights where business to attempt to place an accurate figure in the sale price as opposed to an estimate. possible through a copyright notice followed by the creation date, for example: ‘Copyright Joe This will allow all parties an idea of what the company actually holds for trading purposes. Blogs, October 2014. The standard sale and purchase agreement does not stop there. Other standard clauses However there are certain things that require you to take action, these are: Patents, include turnover warranty, vendor’s assistance, restraint of trade and landlord’s consent to Trade marks, Designs. It is important to ensure that these are registered and are secured in name a few. So what do they mean? order to protect your ideas and designs, before exposure to the open market where there is A turnover warranty is a statement made up of the turnover for the business; this includes significant risks. GST, which is exclusive to the business for the period of the warranty. We highly recommend At Arnet Law we are experts in commercial transactions, selling businesses in particular. that you do not make any representations that the turnover is higher than the figure shown in Call us to discuss the proposed sale of your business 09 23 88 136. the accounting records. However it is important to remember that a turnover warranty is not

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