Post Newspaper 9 July 2013

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Tuesday, July 9, 2013 Vol 25, No. 26

Mangrove madness Waiuku’s John Fairburn looks back on the history of the Manukau’s treatment by successive councils, and says bureaucratic issues with our coastline are nothing new. From mangroves to Pacific oysters to sewage outflows, our coast has been under attack for years.

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Young lifeguards scoop regional rescue award

Hope after drugs nightmare Michael Botur talks with a local grandfather who became addicted to synthetic cannabis, held a knife to his wife’s throat, and stood over his kids for money for his addiction. Today, he has new hope and is rebuilding his life.

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Callous theft

Garage sale for Relay fund The Karioitahi Konexions Relay for Life Team are hosting a garage sale this Saturday at the Waiuku Fire Station as part of their quest to reach $100,000 in total donations to the Cancer Society. Since the group formed several years ago, they have raised close to $80,000 already, and are aiming to reach the $100,000 total before the next Relay event in 2015. The garage sale starts from 8am and runs to noon, with a large variety of items available, plus a sausage sizzle and raffles.

New playgroup at Aka Aka The ‘Pukeko Playgroup’ has opened its doors at Aka Aka School, open every Friday through the school terms.

The Pukeko name carries on the school’s logo of a Pukeko with a milk can.

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Kariaotahi Surf Life Saving Club has been twice-honoured at the 2013 Surf Life Saving Northern Region Awards of Excellence on Saturday night.

The club won ‘Rescue of the Year’ for a rescue that involved seven of its volunteer lifeguards, and club stalwart Jim Coe was honoured as he became one of the youngest Life Members of the region.

The Rescue of the Year was for a multiple rescue.

After a long day on patrol, local lifeguards Ben Coers, Lee Lawrence, Guy Hornblow, Alex Van Tilburg, Cameron Burrows, Eoin Elliot and junior Lifeguard Zach Butters decided to go for a body surf.

Whilst out in the water they came across an adult and two children struggling to stay afloat and

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were forcing each other under water in attempts to stay alive. Without any rescue equipment the lifeguards assisted them to safety but in doing so spotted another five children caught in the same rip closer to shore.

All patients were taken back to the club and multiple patients had to be given oxygen treatment to be kept in a stable condition. Without the lifeguards’ intervention, eight lives could have easily been lost.

Jim Coe, (pictured left with his award on Saturday), has been involved in life saving since he was 14, and has held virtually every role possible with the club, and is widely recognised as one of the outstanding servants of surf lifesaving nationally.

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Chief Fire Officer of the Waiuku Fire Brigade, Colin Riddle, is disgusted after thieves stole vital rescue equipment from the brigade’s Rescue Tender on Saturday.

Sometime between 1pm and 4pm on Saturday, a defibrillator, used for saving people with heart attacks, plus two radios and four Fire Rescue jackets, were taken from the engine. Colin says the local St John have loaned the brigade a defibrillator for now, but would really love to get the items back. Anyone with any information is asked to contact the brigade or Waiuku Police.

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Opinion: Council Madness versus Mudlarks Scholarships for two local Don’t expect anything ously abundant, while toBy John Fairburn, Waiuku different from Auckland day it is almost nil by comCouncil. parison.

For over 150 years they’ve held progress back for One could therefore conclude that the introthe Manukau Harbour and its environs. duction of effluent, oysters and mangroves to this From the time of the Orpheus disaster, Capt. harbour have decimated fish life in the harbour.

Wing, along with the Royal Navy and Central Gov- It is very obvious that effluent and run-off feeds ernment had to push the Auckland Council to pro- the growth of oysters and mangroves and they in vide safe navigation for vessels. turn cause massive silt build-up, The Council belligerently rewhich is the very thing councils fused to do a proper job, so the come down hard on when hu“They have done a Government had to form a Mamans do it! tremendous job to date, rine Dept. The harbour was made So if you are a Pacific oyster or doing the job Council navigationally safe, thus trade a mangrove, you are allowed to and tonnage increased dramaticause massive siltation and block should be doing and cally at Onehunga Wharf (see channels to extinction, not so if saving them hundreds Wing of the Manukau by T.B. Byyou are human, you get severely of thousands of dollars rne). prosecuted instead. No, it’s all Over the following years, there wrong! so far.” was a dramatic increase in yachts When I compare what the puband launches, especially during lic have been blessed with on early 1900’s plus trading and passenger vessels Auckland’s coastlines, I see that the public on the travelling from Onehunga to Waiuku and other western coast (Manukau Harbour) have had their points around the harbour. blessings removed by Council decisions and those In the 1950’s and early 60’s the A.R.A. – later to decisions are still ongoing in threatening to prosbecome A.R.C. informed boat owning residents ecute members of the public that have taken it on that they had to remove their boatsheds/facilities. themselves to begin restoring the harbour to its Good wharves were removed along with public former glory. launch steps at Onehunga Wharf.

The Mudlarks are a bunch of local guys who have Launches and yachts disappeared to other har- seen the Waiuku foreshore falling deeper into dysbours, where some are still in fully restored pris- function. tine condition today. At this stage the Manukau The mangroves are a recent occurrence, but they Harbour lost a lot, but it was about to lose a whole are propagating at an alarming rate. Where the lot more. Partially treated sewage from all Auck- Mudlarks have removed the mangroves the silt that land began to be discharged direct onto mudflats they held is washing away, plus there is a greater from the Mangere Sewage Treatment Works. number of wading birds and bird life in the area.

Pacific oysters were introduced to help clean up They have done a tremendous job to date, doing the effluent. This led to beaches where water-ski- the job Council should be doing and saving them ing and swimming was a major weekend happen- hundreds of thousands of dollars so far. ing, becoming too dangerous to walk on.

The water views are coming back, which as anyAt some time many moons ago, mangroves were one knows instantly raises the value of properties. introduced to the harbour.

I know that John Key has commended them I know they weren’t here in 1853, because my for their efforts, so I think we need to support the chart of the Manukau by Commander Drury of Mudlarks and get the right answer for our commuH.M.S. Pandora is very graphic and the harbour nity from the Council Dept that is making life so was clean of this weed. The snapper stock in the hard for them. After all, they (the Council) are paid harbour at the time would be described as luxuri- to serve us right? Yeah Right!

carpentry apprentices

Local building apprentices, Aaron Coe (inset, top), and Taylor Oaks (in set, bottom), have been named among the 12 national recipients of the 2013 PlaceMakers Apprentice Scholarship Scheme (P.A.S.S.).

In partnership with the Building Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO), PlaceMakers last year called for applicants for the scheme’s pilot year and was met with an overwhelming response.

The scholarships mean Aaron and Taylor will have their tuition fees paid by the building materials supplier and the PlaceMakers Pukekohe branch will also provide them with on-going mentoring, support and experience as they work towards completing their qualifications.

A former Waiuku College head boy, Aaron has wanted to be a builder since the age of fifteen when he began working in his summer holidays as a trade-hand at Walworth Builders in Pukekohe.

The 18 year-old enrolled as an apprentice last year and it was his boss who encourage him to apply for P.A.S.S. “I put together a big book of my achievements over the last few years and sent it in with my application and they liked it.”

“I am very lucky because I’ve had a

load of support from PlaceMakers and my workmates at Walworth Builders,” Aaron says.

Aaron’s greatest ambition is to one day build someone’s dream home.

“It would be great to start a well-loved project from scratch in Franklin and see it through to completion,” he says.

Karaka building apprentice, Taylor, hopes to continue the family ‘quality handy-men’ tradition. He grew-up building tree huts with his Dad, and his builder/bricklayer Grandfather often shares his tricks of the trade.

The 16 year-old is an apprentice with Dean Mcgahey at Bronsnan Construction in Rosedale, and has most recently been working on leaky homes and assisting with new builds “Being able to see the industry from a wider perspective was a huge draw card of the P.A.S.S. programme.

“Days are set aside to visit frame and truss plants and get on-site experience and mentoring at PlaceMakers, which I’m really looking forward to.

“Having the course fees paid for by PlaceMakers is also a huge bonus. It means I can spend that money on getting some really good power tools instead,” Taylor says.

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Residents say response raises more questions than answers Local residents Sandra Holmes and Tamara Bennett have had a response from Auckland Transport over the decision to increase the recommended speed on their notorious stretch of the Waiuku-Pukekohe road, but say the response has raised more questions than it answers.

Auckland Transport says it is ‘prepared to reinstate the 65 km/h advisory speed and will amend the signage accordingly,’ after they installed 75km/h signs recently, but said as a mediumterm fix they would prioritise resealing that section of the road.

However, as Sandra says, the council’s

response says the majority of the accidents involve vehicles travelling eastbound (towards Pukekohe), when all the documentation the residents have supplied show 90% of the accidents are from cars travelling towards Waiuku.

Sandra and Tamara are also stunned that Council’s official figures show only a fraction of the accidents that residents have themselves documented and sent to Council, with photographs.

Auckland Council says it does not believe lowering the speed of that stretch of road would be consistent with roadside development in the area, and ‘is therefore highly unlikely to be support-

ed by stakeholder groups or complied with by the majority of drivers.’

While Sandra and Tamara say they have excellent support on the issue from local board member Jill Naysmith, they feel that the response from Auckland Transport suggests the Council does not yet have a grasp of the issues, and also suggests that the information they have sent in terms of accident frequency has been either mislaid or disregarded.

In the meantime, as Sandra says, she still has front paddocks that can not be used by stock, as she is continually worried about another vehicle breaking down the fence and the stock escaping.

Trust provides more funding for Robbie as Big Event looms When local woman Barbara Hull needed surgery in Australia 25 years ago, the community came together and fundraised with passion.

This passion has been repeated like never before for Pukekohe man Robbie Ritchie.

Robbie has been living with a ticking time bomb in his head for nearly 20 years – he has the largest and most dangerous form of Arterio Venous Malformation in the right frontal parietal lobe of

By Carla Parry his brain and needs to get to Germany in four weeks for life saving surgery.

Robbie’s journey has seen the legacy of Barbara Hull live on, with the Barbara Hull Charitable Trust donating $1000 towards Robbie’s trip to Germany for the essential surgery.

It was a natural decision for the Barbara Hull Charitable Trust to gift what they

for the Barbara Hull Charitable Trust – thank you!”

Meanwhile, fundraising continues with a massive event on Saturday, July 20, at 7pm, when the Two Robbie’s from the Breeze will be hosting: An ‘Entertainment Extravaganza’!

The one-night-only event at the Indian Hall in Pukekohe will include award

could to Robbie. Over the years the Trust has helped dozens of people with illnesses or needing operations which are generally unusual or complicated, and in most instances not covered by our country’s medical funding.

Jacqui and Robbie have been stunned by the support they have received, and say of the Barbara Hull Charitable Trust: “We’re so grateful for the amazing people like those who work hard fundraising

winning NZ vocal, dance and comic talent including Brendan Lovegrove (from TV2’s ‘7 Days’ and winner of the Billy T Award), multi award singer Dennis Marsh, flips, somersaults and incredible acrobatics by the Red Hot Cheerleading team, and the world renowned voice of Hinewehi Mohi.

There are also amazing

items and experiences up for auction, raffle and spot prizes including V8 hot laps, trips to Australia and more.

The tickets are $20 each including supper.

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Burglaries and threatening behaviour Hi, I hope the last few weeks have been good and everybody has been thinking about their driving habits. I have received a number of complaints regarding impatient driving, over taking unnecessarily and speed too great on our rural roads.

Police were called to a burglary on Totara Street last week. It was a very good result with the 14 year old offender in the Police cells within an hour. His bail was opposed and he is now in youth justice lock up. Given the active charges and history he has hopefully he will remain there for a lot longer.

Police also responded to a domestic incident where the 21 year old male has threatened family members.

On arrival at the address Police noticed that the male took an interest in horticulture. They were not your normal pot plants, but they looked pretty healthy. He was charged with threatening behaviour, threatening to kill, cultivating cannabis and possession of pipes.

At the moment there is a 15 year old female Maori with long black hair snooping onto peoples properties.

She always has an excuse

if she gets caught, such as someone is chasing her.

Waiuku Police know who she is, and have dealt with her over the past few months including assault, fighting, stealing from cars, burglary and unlawfully on property.

Please ring 111 if you have any instances like this. They all need to be reported.

We have a number of our main offenders out of action at the moment. A couple are serving time in prison for burglary, another two have been bailed to another district or area all together, a recidivist shoplifter is in prison and one of our youths is in lock up.

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to make our job easier, and Waiuku a safer place to live, play and work in.

Waiuku Police would like information on the location of the people pictured below.

David Snook

Manuka Kaihau

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Drury-Pukekohe identified for new development An influx of new housing and jobs is expected for the region, according to plans outlined yesterday by Council. Councillors and local board chairs yesterday came to grips with where rural urban boundaries (RUB) may extend to cater for urban

Correction

In last week’s Post Newspaper, we carried an article titled ‘Lions mark change of officers’. In the article’s photo caption; we identified Nick Herrold as the outgoing Tail Twister, in fact he was the Inducting Officer, Past District Governor and Past Council Chairman.

growth of both housing and employment over the next 30 years.

The Auckland Plan proposed that up to 40 per cent of new dwellings (around 160,000 dwellings) should be planned for in new greenfield areas and coastal towns and villages.

Deputy Mayor, Councillor Penny Hulse, told the Unitary Plan workshop that the objective of the RUB was to provide certainty, for urban and rural dwellers and developers, on where development could occur over its 30-year life.

“It is about long-term planning, and being clear about where we are going

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sults. Making it even harder for these miscreants is up to each and everyone of us assist. This is where home and vehicle security comes into it. The following people are actively being sought for having warrants for their arrest: Manuka Kaihau, David Snook, Kieran Lynsky, Rico Flavell and Peter Kaihau Let us know if you know where they are.

A 30 year old male and 41 year old female were located at a local carpark acting suspiciously. As a result the male had Methamphetamine and pipes in his possession. The female also had pipes. Both will appear in the Pukekohe District Court to answer these charges.

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.

We always consider the information that people give to us, and it can help in piecing together the jig saw.

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

Federated Farmers is backing the wrong side with the decision to support Environment Minister Amy Adams’ intention to block local councils from being able to regulate for genetic engineering in their local communities.

By supporting the Minister, Federated Farmers is misrepresenting rural New Zealand, many of its own members, and the majority of New Zealanders who do not want genetic engineering (GE) in their farming systems, environment or food supply.

Instead of protecting the best interests of local farming families, Federated Farmers is supporting a move that flies in the face of the international experience of GE, litigation, lower yields and unnecessary herbicide use.

Local councils need to represent their communities in the absence of government regulation. It’s currently up to councils to ensure a genuinely precautionary approach to the risks

and how it all fits together, rather than an incremental approach” she said.

Greenfield RUB areas currently under investigation in the south, north and northwest have a potential capacity for around 90,000 dwellings and 35,000 jobs. These areas include Warkworth, Silverdale, Kumeu-Huapai, in the north and north-west, and Drury - Pukekohe in the south, and also incorporate around 1300 hectares of new business land.

Yesterday’s RUB workshop considered issues such as infrastructure (transport/ roading, stormwater, wastewater, parks and schools) as well as environmental pro-

tection.

The Deputy Mayor said it was excellent to have the area knowledge of local boards to guide the discussions.

“When you start to get down to the nuts and bolts of the draft Unitary Plan, and all its components, local knowledge is invaluable if we are to arrive at wellconsidered solutions for population growth across all of Auckland,” she said.

Elected members gave interim direction for staff to do further work on potential changes to provisional RUB boundaries. This work will contribute to the upcoming mapping workshops.

greenscene Charmaine Petereit Green Party Spokesperson for Hunua Ph: 027 6794044 Email: charmaine.petereit@greens.org.nz of contamination, litigation, economic loss, and environmental damage from GE. Government legislation, such as the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act and agencies such as the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), the Ministry for Primary Industries and the Ministry for the Environment, consistently fail.

GE proponents seem very happy to see inept legislation and compliance as a means towards the introduction of GE, regardless of the effects on New Zealand’s clean green 100% Pure brand.

Local councils need to represent their communities in the absence of government regulation.

Federated Farmers has also discouraged suspension of the neonicitinoid poisons that threaten the important pollination activity of honey bees and other insects.

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It is vital that spokespeople for primary production in New Zealand, like Federated Farmers, represent the best interests of family farmers and sustainable farming systems, not the corporate interests of the life sciences and agrichemical industry giants.

Federated Farmers grains council has previously been concerned at the risks of GE contamination in exports to Japan and elsewhere, and the honey industry knows that the EU and other markets don’t want GE in a speck of their pollen or honey products.

GE contamination has had a significant cost on rural communities’ world wide. The Environment Minister and Federated Farmers should stop pretending that New Zealand legislation can prevent the same here.

Councils must be able to fill the gap left by the deficiencies in central government legislation and administration.

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Lions farewell longest serving member A huge turnout of family, community members and at least 30 Lions packed out the Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Tuesday last week as they paid respect to a well known and respected member of the community and their longest serving Lion of 43 years service.

Bruce joined Waiuku Lions Club in 1970 when he was share milking in Aka Aka. The club was just five years old at the time. Bruce had held most

executive positions over his tenure and chaired many committees, most recently as Chairman of the Membership Committee. With his in-depth club knowledge and years of giving back to the community, his loss will be felt at a local club, local community, and national club level.

Bruce was also a keen golfer and as both a Lion and Patron of the Golf Club, organised the first ever Lions Club Golf Day which he was very proud to see become an annual fund-

raising event.

His presence will be sorely missed at this years event.

The Waiuku Lions Club would like to extend their deepest sympathies to Bruce’s family and thank them for allowing the farewells given at the funeral where Lions Marian Thomas and Grant Thompson spoke of his irreplaceable knowledge, friendship and wise counsel.

The Lions proudly gave Bruce a guard of honour as he left the church.

‘Great Gurnard Grab’ as Scouts raise jamboree funds A big part of Scouting is community service which the Waiuku Scout Group has a strong focus on. Most recently local Keas, Cubs and Scouts complete a clean up at the Tamakae Reserve, (picture right).

Past activities have included cleaning up gardens at Kindergartens or collecting for the annual Plunket Appeal. The Waikaretu Easter Camp this year saw Waiuku Scouts involved in clearing 250 sacks of Wandering Jew (a weed that can destroy native bush).

To continue their learning, the Waiuku Scout Troop is about to attend the 20th NZ Scout Jamboree at the end of this year. Held every three years, Scouts will normally only get one opportunity to attend this wonderful event.

Joining up with thousands of fellow scouts from throughout the country and around the world, they will test themselves and learn many new skills, developing their team building and leadership qualities in the

process. The Waiuku Troop joins others from the region, on their journey to Feilding, via a vintage steam train.

Following 10 days of activities from rock climbing to bush craft; their parents will pick up some very weary souls. In recent months the troop has been working hard to raise money for this event.

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provided security patrols and catered functions. They have also been at New World running sausage sizzles and selling raffle tickets, and the next big event is ‘The Great Gurnard Grab’ The Counties Sport Fishing Club have lent their facilities at TeToro and it is set be a great day out for the whole family. Tickets for the

competition are on sale at DKM Fishing & Marine in Waiuku for $15 each.

From 3pm Sunday July 14, there will be raffles, a sausage sizzle and magic carpet rides happening. Weighin is 3pm, with a follow-up day of July 21 in case of bad weather. For further information, contact Bob on 027 488 0563

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The July 2014 to June 2016 plan will see Chorus begin work to further extend its fibre network to some areas in North and Central Pukekohe, as well as North and South Waiuku.

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Stunning haka caps off week Waiuku College concluded its Maori Language week with a stunning mass haka at the gymnasium last Friday, an event captured by Maori TV and Seven Sharp. Teacher Piki Jakeman had spent several weeks working with senior students and a number of local primary schools, practising a special haka for the occasion, and before the mass performance all participants lined up to spell out ‘Haka 13’ on the gym floor.

Master of ceremonies Roimata Minhinnick detailed the history of the haka, before senior

students led a quick practice before the full hall thundered into the emotional and enthusiastic performance.

• See the video of the event on the Post’s facebook page, www.facebook.com/districtpost.

The video has had over 5000 downloads since Friday afternoon!

Below, some of the images from the haka, and Julian De Villiers’ stunning image of the ‘Haka 13’ captured from a ladder high atop the gym mezzanine.

Sinclair double sinks Manukau

Waiuku AFC took on Manukau in Northern League soccer action on Saturday in another must win game - for both sides in reality.

Manukau were bottom of the table on 7 points but had scored a valuable 3-1 win against Albany last week while Waiuku, on 12 points, had beaten Warkworth at the death. Waiuku were under no illusions that while Manakau were sitting on the bottom that this was going to be no walk in the park.

And so it proved.

The reserves had put on a fine display in the curtain raiser with a 2-2 all draw. The Waiuku reserve team, who have an average age of 18, again played their opposition off the park with some nice football and were unlucky not to get three points.

The tone was set quite quickly in the main game with the football being played at both ends. Waiuku were dominating and if not for the Manukau keeper would have been two ahead.

Twice an Elliot Crean header was kept out and then Mitchel Thomasen went close with another header but damaged his knee when he hit the ground. Thomasen had been playing out of his skin to this point marking Waikato National League player Hone Fowler and Chilean Ricky Espinoza.

He never recovered and was substituted at half time. Not before Fowler nearly scored one of the goals of the season when he flicked on a menacing cross which just missed the top corner.

The second half started in the same fashion but you could sense that both teams really wanted this result. Waiuku were the first to make the break-

through. A Cody Ralph corner was not cleared and the ball found its way to Derek Sinclair at the back post.

Sinclair volleyed it on the first time of asking and the ball smashed its way into the top of the net.

This spurred Manukau on and Waiuku started to give away needless freekicks in their defensive third. The pressure told and Phil van den Broek parried a direct freekick and Espinoza was on hand to header into the goal.

Waiuku had to start all over again and they did. Paul Duffy in the midfield was outstanding with his ball winning tackles and it started to give Waiuku the momentum.

A ball forward saw Ralph get away from his marker and around the keeper. His shot was destined for the net and as he turned to celebrate, the Manukau defender somehow got back and cleared on the line.

Duffy went close with a volley which was deflected out for a corner with Sinclair free on the far post. Then the winner came. A Darren Woolnough freekick picked out Duffy and his shot was blocked out towards Sinclair who volley into the top corner.

After this point there was only going to be one winner and youngster Mitch Hill, George Winship and Ralph nearly came close to adding the score. 2-1 to Waiuku it finished Coach Jim Evans was a very proud man. “We knew this was going to be tough today but the boys were up for the challenge and they should be proud of their result. Man of the match is shared between Derek Sinclair and Paul Duffy who were both outstanding.”

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The drought has frustrated many but has encouraged large numbers to get afloat and enjoy the outstanding boating opportunities we are blessed with.

Many are saying it has been the best boating summer for many years and are eagerly awaiting the next one.

Reviewing the season with our Coastguard volunteers, two types of incidents stood out - vessels capsizing and vessels that have struck rocks. In fact since the beginning of summer, the Northern Region Operations Centre has been involved with 48 capsize and 45 grounding incidents – unfortunately some with fatal consequences.

Exercising key safe boating practices such as checking the weather, not overloading, being aware of the limitations of the boat and some basic navigation precautions would have prevented many of these occurring. Obviously wearing lifejackets can also make a huge difference should the unexpected happen.

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Should you find yourself needing help there is no doubt a VHF Radio is your best option and far superior to any mobile phone.

By using a mobile, you are communicating one to one whereas the VHF mobile is one to many which can make the world of difference. We recently received a Mayday from a sinking vessel. Because they knew what they were doing, the call gave everyone in the area all the information they needed to help. Almost instantly they had four vessels alongside escorting them into shore and Coastguard assistance wasn’t required.

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Local student in Parliament Old engine about to have a blast Prabhjit Johal has been chosen out of four finalists as the Youth Parliament representative for Hunua 2013.

All secondary schools in the Electorate – Wesley, Tuakau, Waiuku, Pukekohe, Pukekohe Christian School and Ormiston were eligible.

All entrants provided written statements on ‘Why they would like to be the Hunua Youth Member of Parliament’, ‘What reasons they thought they were qualified to represent Hunua’ and ‘How do they think they would benefit from such an experience and pass on their knowledge to others’.

A panel of judges then met with the finalists, including Kimberley Soo from Pukekohe High School, MacKenzie Clark from Pukekohe High School, Siddharth Chopra from Ormiston Senior School and PrabhjitJohal, also from Ormiston Senior School.

“These are exceptional students, and they all show great promise for the future” says Dr Hutchison, MP for Hunua.

The final decision was very difficult but in the end Prabhjit Johal showed that not only had he achieved strongly academically, socially and

in the sports arena, he was confident, focussed, humble and regarded the opportunities he had as a great privilege. Prabhjit’s current studies include physics, maths, calculus and science and he is planning to go to Canterbury University next year to become a civil engineer. He says he wishes to stay in New Zealand to contribute to our country.

Dr Hutchison says the Youth Parliament is a great opportunity to learn how governing in New Zealand works and is confident that Prabhjit will be a great ambassador for Hunua.

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The 1957 A3 Bedford, rescued from a Northland paddock several months ago, has been stripped and was being delivered to Counties Sandblasting to be readied for re-

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Reserve and Wattle Farm Ponds in search of food. We have had birds hit and killed on several occasions, making us concerned for both geese and drivers.

“This demonstrates the lack of nourishment available to them from the kikuyu grass on both sides of the road.

“Also, the geese are regularly being fed bread by the public which has contributed to wing deformities in younger birds, leaving them flightless,” he says.

If you can provide a new home for some geese please contact parks advisor Kristen Ross on kristen.ross@aucklandcouncil.govt. nz. You will need to take 15-20 birds and demonstrate that you have a suitable new home for the geese. Ideally this will consist of a rural property or large section of land with a pond.

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Council’s parks staff are hoping that birdlovers with an appropriate property might come forward to re-home and take care of some of the birds.

Malcolm Page, Manager Local and Sports Parks South, says the site can no longer cope with this large flock of birds, which now numbers around 65, putting the health and wellbeing of the geese under threat.

“Embden geese are a domestic goose breed and we suspect they were abandoned on this site some years ago.

“With the flock now at around 65 birds, we are concerned that numbers will increase by 25% next breeding season if we don’t disperse the flock.

“Several times each day the birds cross Wattle Farm Road between Tington Wetland

Waiuku College students have been getting out and about in their different courses in recent weeks. Pictured at bottom are the prize winners and future scientists of the 2103 Waiuku College Science Fair. There were some amazing scientific displays.

Below and left; Onepin, the chef and owner of Kinnaree Thai Restaurant in Waiuku was working with the year 13 Catering and Hospitality Course students to tech them about food garnishing and vegetable carving.

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Special feature: synthetic cannabis in our community

Michael Botur talks with a local grandfather who became addicted to synthetic cannabis, held a knife to his wife’s throat, and stood over his kids for money for his addiction. Today, he has new hope and is rebuilding his life.

From despair to new hope for grandfather Four years ago, Johnny tried synthetic cannabis. From there, it wasn’t long until it became an uncontrollable habit which led to him losing his tattooing job, extorting his family for money, running up a tab for hundreds of dollars of drugs at a Waiuku dairy, attacking his wife and sleeping rough under View Road Primary School.

“It’s an ugly drug man, an ugly drug. I hate what it’s done to me. I used to have regular paranoia and hallucinate about killing my wife. This led to an incident where I held my wife up by the throat with the knife. I was prepared to kill her.”

Reflecting on the four years of his life in which he ignored his children in order to smoke synthetic cannabis in his garden shed, Johnny says “I’d get up at 5.30am and all throughout my day I’m getting stoned. The kids knew their dad always had to be stoned when he went out; when I came back, it was straight into the shed.”

Johnny tried every variety of synthetic cannabis there was. “My favourite was Kronic,that was the closest you could get to a marijuana [sensation.] You’re looking for that quick fast hit. I tried to go back to marijuana, but it had no effect.

When Kronic was taken off the market I went onto Kryptonite. Also, K2 Black was the killer, this stuff would make you so paranoid it felt like your brain was going to explode.”

“I got my daughter into it which really distresses me now. The money to buy it came from my kids and my wife. A lot of intimidation came into play. If they saw their dad was angry, they knew straight away what would fix him up. I was get-

ting money from left right and centre. while I was on it,” he says, “I see differI never went without it. I’d send others ent colours of green, I notice the smalldown to the dairy and they’d say ‘We’ll fix est thing in nature now, and I can taste you up next week.” and smell food. All that has come back.”

A shop on Pukekohe’s King Street was Johnny says it’s all thanks to one-on-one another reliable source and Johnny says drug counselling, nurturing Christian the shop’s owner has a police scanner supporters on a farm, at church, and used to prevent getting busted for selling God. to addicts. “There is no casual smoker of There’s still work to do, though. “Besynthetics: once you’ve tasted it, if you cause of bail conditions I can’t have don’t say no to it that first time, it’s over, contact with my family. I missed my it’s got you. It’s worse than P.” granddaughter’s birthday and I miss my At up to $20 for a quick fix, the habit family. The next hardest thing after withwas costing Johndrawal is not being ny a fortune. there.”

“It’s an ugly drug man, an ugly drug. I “There was no He still gets pins eating while I was hate what it’s done to me. I used to have and needles in his on Kronic. Famextremities, and regular paranoia and hallucinate about ily time goes, time lung problems rekilling my wife.” with the wife goes, mind Johnny of his she doesn’t want addiction. “I was nothing to do with me ‘cause I was al- coughing up blood for three days. I’m ways stoned.” taking Vitamin C, 5HTP, fish oil and a “After I attacked my wife… I turned multi-vitamin which is helping restore myself into the police. I had to walk back my body ” His redemption has been supto Pukekohe from Manukau District ported by the forgiving community of Court. I ended up at Franklin Family Pukekohe Community Church. Writing Support, who took me to Hope Unlim- his life story, writing songs and sketchited Trust. I was just lost. I went in there, ing in his diary is all part of the recovery. got to see a counsellor straight away, “People see me differently now. I’m livand explained what had happened and ing day by day to keep strong. I want to how I’ve got nowhere to live. It was a cry help others know that they can come off for help. I was there for hours. I was at a it with the right help. They have to pull point where I wanted to end my life.” themselves away from all the influences, At Hope Unlimited’s Living Without get counselling, get good supporters.”

Violence course, has been bringing tears Today, Johnny says he would be preto the eyes of the other men. Johnny is a pared to confront those who sell synfather of five and a grandfather in his 40s, thetic cannabis. “I would say to them, but you would hardly know it from the You’re killing my kids, you’re killing my amount of boyish energy in him these friends, you’re killing my bros. All you days. “I smile more now than I ever did are worried about is making a dollar.”

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Pukeoware student wins Young Leader Award Greer Sinclair, Head Girl of Pukeoware School has been recognised with a Sir Peter Blake Young Leader Award for showing leadership within her school and the community.

Greer’s award was presented with a medal and certificate, by Pukekohe Westpac Bank Manager Sue Chung, at school last Monday.

The past twelve months have been one of many successes for Greer, who been has selected for, and exudes leadership in, the Auckland AMI Netball Training Squad, Auckland Rep Netball Team, Mini-bots Netball Team, Head Girl of Pukeoware, as well as success in guitar and singing competitions.

This is all in conjunction with educational success and participation in all areas of school life.

Pukeoware Principal Eamonn Kelly says, “The award exemplifies the allround excellence that Greer exudes; and is a testament to the determination that she has towards reaching for the stars, and inspiring other’s to do the same. Her leadership is truly unparalleled; her natural aptitude for leadership surpasses many her senior.”

Greer Sinclair, Head Girl of Pukeoware School with Pukekohe Westpac Bank Manager Sue Chung last week.

Sir Peter Blake Trust CEO, Shelley Campbell, says Sir Peter, through his own amazing achievements and incredible leadership, inspired all New Zealanders to dare to dream and to have the drive and determination to make their dreams a reality.

“Through its programmes and activities, the Trust aims to inspire and mobilise the next generation of New Zealand leaders to realise their goals and dreams too.

“The Young Leader Awards are a great way to recognise and build confidence in our young people, and show them that they’re on the right track, so that they may one day go on to be a future New Zealand leader.” Campbell says.

Bank Manager Sue Chung says Westpac has been a primary sponsor of the Sir Peter Blake Trust for the past nine years and is right behind acknowledging and cultivating New Zealand’s future leaders.

“These young students are the future generation of our New Zealand leaders,” Sue Chung says. “It’s important we recognize and acknowledge what Greer has done to achieve a Young Leader Award and hopefully it will encourage and inspire her friends and peers to see what great leadership looks like so they can do the same.

“Our Young Leader Award winners can be exceptionally proud of what they’ve achieved,” she says.

Register your dog now and save, says Council Waikato district dog owners are reminded to register their dogs before the end of July to qualify for the early bird discount.

For the second year in a row, the Council is offering dog owners a saving of around $20 if they register their dog promptly.

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Leonie's Section and Bareland Selection

RURAL RURAL RURAL RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTAL

SEAVIEWS 1.41 ACRE RURAL OUTLOOK 2.47 ACRES SUBDIVISION 1.2ACRES - 3.6 ACRES 4 SITES FROM 518M2 TO 561M2 ESTABLISHED AREA 638M2 CORNER SITE 843M2

$230,000 + GST (if any) $230,000 + GST (if any) From $290,000 each $230,000 each $165,000 $225,000

Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

WAIUKU COUNTRY LIVING - $175,000

WAIUKU HERE'S TO A GREAT START - $265,000

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5,479m2 gently north sloping block next to 31 hectares of covenanted bush. Build your dream home! Close to school, harbour beaches and within 80mins of Auckland. Call Julie Q to view.

STUNNING WATER VIEW

INVESTMENT OR 1ST HOME

You need to inspect this private 1960s home with a contemporary feel, situated at the end of a cul-de-sac with exceptional water views. A charming home that boasts a large north facing lounge that leads on to substantial decking, three bedrooms, and large kitchen.

Insulation under floor and ceiling installed with a HRV fitted. One single and one double garage on the standard kiwi 1/4 acre (1012m2)

3 bedrooms, open plan living, single internal access garaging. Fully fenced section.

Currently rented.A great opportunity to be in the property market.

Offers under $295,000

WAIUKU

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh665 Contact: Julie Rodgers 0275 516 075, 09 235 6075

$315,000

WAIUKU

$320,000 - $330,000

7 Large sections. From 2533m2 to 3130m2 Close to township. Zoned rural residential.

All have power & phone to the gate.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbs436 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

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MOVING TO NEW HORIZONS $375,000

WAIUKU - NEW LISTING

NEW SUBDIVISION NOW SELLING

A beaut first home with a modern kitchen and bathroom.Large lounge with wood burner and three double bedrooms. Insulated top and bottom and an HRV fitted make this well maintained property a cosy place to be in the winter. Double garaging with a remote door on a 685m2 fully fenced site make this an ideal place for a young family. Call now for an appointment to view.

Handy to Waiuku town centre & Waiuku College, spacious with 3 double bedrooms, underfloor heating in bathroom. Vendors are on the move.

Phone Leonie to arrange a viewing.

WAIUKU COUNTRY LIVING - $334,000 each

Country living without the hassle of farming. 2 Rural lots with unimpeded views to the west over the Waiuku River and Manukau harbour. 4836m2 and 5113m2. On the Glenbrook side of Waiuku. Hurry to view, before your friends do.Titles pending.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID osbf596 & osbs534 Contact: Ray a/h 09 235 8599, 021 951 082

WAIUKU

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WAIUKU - NEW LISTING

WAIUKU VENDOR WANTS SOLD - $379,000

3 bedrooms, separate lounge plus family room. Partly renovated.New kitchen & bathroom.Double separate garaging on 1074m2.

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PRICE REDUCED

TO BE BUILT $379,000 each 2 townhouses. 3 bedrooms.

Ensuite. Double garage.

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WAIUKU PERFECTION IN THE COUNTRY - $385,000

An amazing place to build a remarkable home. Fabulous North facing site with superb rural outlook only minutes to Waiuku. Bring the architect and plan your dream today.

Fabulous 4 bedroom with ensuite on 1 acre with a share of 31 Hectares of covenanted native bush.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbS517 Contact: Julie a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075

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Open Home: 14 Sandspit Rd, Sun 2.00 -2.30pm.

IDEAL LIFESTYLE STARTER $475,000

OOZING CHARM AND CHARACTER $495,000

Just over an acre, 10 min to Waiuku. 4 brms, 2 bthrooms, open plan with gas hob & oven. Wood burner for winter, sleepout & chook house. Bring your paint brushes to this 1930s home to bring it back to life. Double plus single gge, off street parking. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing.

AKA AKA

WAIUKU

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AWHITU PENINSULA PERFECTION - $499,000

Recently renovated 3 double brms, master with ensuite. Spacious living, sep lounge. Lovely polished floors & fully fenced section.

Tucked down ROW. Walk in and be impressed

WAIUKU

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A MANS PARADISE $495,000

ROOM TO RUN, JUMP & PLAY $498,000

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 on to a sunny patio with a great rural outlook. Set on 1.26 ha only 3 kms from the popular KariotahiBeach

Set on 2907m2 fully fenced, ideal for pets or kids. Stream along one boundry with mature plantings. 3 double bedrooms, master has ensuite. Open plan kitchen/dining with separate lounge. Extra shedding - 2 double garages one with internal entry

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf676 Contact: Julie Rodgers a/h 09 235 6075, 0275 516 075

WAIUKU

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11 Bowen Street, Waiuku

CHARMING BUNGALOW ON ACREAGE

LIFESTYLE IN TOWN $505,000

$564,000

Tucked down a tree lined drive is this 4 bedroom well maintained home. Double separate garaging plus barn.

Private and secluded set on 9870m2. Plenty of room for the kids and the animals.

WAIUKU

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The minute you drive up the drive you will love this 3 brms + sleepout. 2.92Ha fenced into 4 paddocks with good water supply.

WAIUKU

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OOZING CHARM $625,000 Private 120 year old villa. Mod kitchen & bathroom complement the character of this warm inviting home. Large double garaging & 2 carports. Situated away from the main dwelling is a mod 2 brm home with extensive harbor views, single garage with sleep-out and a stable/loosebox yard complex.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf557

WAIUKU

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

WAIUKU ON THE BEACH - Expressions of Interest

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.

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

Julie Quilty a/h 09 235 9324, 0272 292 243

Open Home: 53 Ben Westhead Rd, Sun 1:00 – 1:30pm

WAIUKU BRING THE EXTENDED FAMILY - 2 HOMES PLUS LAND! $879,000

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf687 Contact: Ph Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722 Julie Quilty a/h 09 235 9324, 0272 292 243

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Fab 10+ acres. 3 brm home with spacious kitchen & lounge, pool, amazing shedding has 6 bay shed, double garage, pig stys & more. Loading race & very picturesque land with stream

4 bedroom main home plus 2 bed subsidiary dwelling on 13 fabulous flat acres with barn, tack room & orchard close to Waiuku.

Call Julie Q to view.

WAIUKU

This outstanding building site on 8.37ha is available to 1 lucky purchaser. Power & phone to gate & an easement to bore water. Driving access to Kariotahi Beach & freshwater lake stocked with trout. Only 5mins from Waiuku, 40 mins to Auckland Airport & hour to Auckland CBD. Call now to view this exciting lifestyle opportunity in a superior gated subdivision (2 other larger blocks also available for sale).

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

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbf639 Contact: Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

OFFERS WANTED $699,000

THE WESTCOAST IS THE BEST COAST $PBN

WAIUKU

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

TIME TO MOVE ON - MUST BE SOLD ALL OFFERS CONSIDERED

AWHITU SPECTACULAR LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY - $817,000

4 bedroom Jennian home with 7 acres and 180 deg panoramic views of ManukauHarbour with semi self containedsleepout and extra garaging, only 10 minutes from Waiuku.

WAIUKU RUNOFF OR LIFESTYLE - $650,000 + GST (if any)

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.

WAIUKU

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Open Home: 14 Jenny Lane, Sun 3:00 – 3:30pm

EXECUTIVE ENTERTAINMENT EXTRAVAGANZA Expressions of interest An extensive family home of 5 bedrooms, 3 living areas and 3 bathrooms. A designer kitchen and open plan family area lead on to an extensive portico and swimming pool complex, the large separate media room also has access to this area. The 2510m2 grounds have been professionally landscaped and there is coded gate access. This is one of the top properties in Waiuku and it awaits your inspection now.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh661

WAIUKU

Contact: Julie Rodgers 0275 516 075, 09 235 6075

AN OPPORTUNITY OF GRAND PROPORTIONS Expressions of interest Luxury living for the extended family or nannies quarters.An architectural touch is evident throughout the 556m2home with large windows capturing all day sun. The excellent floor plan has good flow, from the open plan, very bright and spacious kitchen that has everything to offer the serious chef, to the wonderful living rooms where you will enjoy the water views from the patio, prefect for soaking up the sun and to entertain friends and family.This top quality five bedroom family home is set on a 4101m2 site estuary edge in prestigious Roseneath Road in Karaka. Viewing by private appointment only.

Expressions of interest are invited by the 7th of August 2013.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID: osbh661

KARAKA

Contact: Julie Rodgers 0275 516 075, 09 235 6075

WAIUKU

TANTALISING, TASTEFUL & TOP CLASS - $ POA

Stunning executive masonry home. Schist features & high ceilings. Top quality appliances, entertainers kitchen opening onto patio area also designed for entertaining with fireplace & pizza oven. 4 bedrooms. Master is extra large with wir & ensuite. Guest room handy to main bathroom & another 2 large additional bedrooms with a bathroom strategically placed between. Downstairs boasts an expansive area currently utilized as a gym, bar & rumpus room. Double garaging & landscaped gardens complete this private oasis with rural views.

View online: www.professionals.co.nz ID osbh591 Contact: Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Gregory a determined young achiever

Womens Health Seminar

Eight year old Gregory Capper-Conijn from Waipipi (left, with his calf Peanut)), has achieved his goal of winning the Holley Geck Memorial Junior Showing trophy in the 2012-13 show circuit.

Holley Geck from Pukekohe was involved in showing before she tragically killed in a car accident at the age of 17.

Her family donated the trophy in her memory and Gregory was determined to win it, as he had known Holley very well. It is a national trophy awarded to the junior handler who has accumulated the most points during a season. Gregory also achieved second Ayrshire Junior Group showing New Zea-

Postponed from an earlier date the Barfoot and Thompson sponsored Women’s Health Seminar is being held on Thursday July 18 from 6.30pm in the Pukeoware Hall. The presentation is by Diana Burgess a naturopath and international speaker and will be a very informative seminar for women of all ages.

There will be no door sales but tickets are available from Barfoot and Thompson Waiuku and proceeds will be donated to Starship.

Books for Rotary For almost a decade, the Rotary Club of Waiuku have staged their annual book fair.

Again this year the fair will be held in the Waiuku War Memorial Hall on September 7 & 8, but organisers say that more books are needed.

The club is anxious to receive any donations of unwanted books, CDs, DVDs, sheet music and jigsaws that they can sell. Proceeds help Rotary donate to community projects like the defibrillator the club bought for the police last year, and assisting young people achieve leadership roles.

Anne Woodward who sorts and prices each item on behalf of the club says their programme for the fair is on track, but they are still eager to receive more donations.

Drop off points are: Z Service Station, Cocky’s Corner, RD 1 and the Civic Centre, or email bill@thepostnewspaper.co.nz

land-wide and third Pure Bred National trophy.

This young man has been involved with his mother Michelle showing their Ayrshire and Jersey stock for a few years. Last year he was responsible for his own calf and competed in 13 shows from Warkworth to Matamata, including calf club, group day, A & P and club shows.

“On show day it is all on,” said Michele. “Gregory has to be up at 5am to help load the stock, make sure he has all his gear. If we are at home by 5pm it is a bonus,” she said.

Gregory’s job is to stay with the show animals all day and help prepare them for the

show ring.

“I usually enter up to four events at each show, as well as Gregory showing his calf,” said Michele. “He has to make sure they have water and feed as well as cleaning the animals and gear while making sure our uniforms are ready for each class.”

Gregory is making a name for himself as a very professional handler who is in tune with stock from calves to bulls and often leads out animals for other owners.

Watch this determined young man in the show rings with his animals achieving high accolades in the years to come — good on you Gregory.

Last of the regular traders A selection of old photos recently came in from Dave Sutherland of Grahams Beach, and some will feature in the column from time to time. Being a ship enthusiast this photo of one of the last commercial ships on the Manukau Harbour particularly took my fancy.

The Awhitu is seen here making her way in the harbour in 1926 when she was less than one year old. It would be only a further six years and the vessel would make her last commercial trip to the port of Waiuku. She remained on the harbour operating from Orua Bay to Onehunga until June 1957—a time when road development on the peninsula progressed to out-strip the Awhitu of her useful water borne service. A short time later she slipped quietly out of the harbour to begin a new life in Kawhia, and then three years later was sold to a Tauranga owner.

Some years ago, I had the pleasure to have a look over the Awhitu when she was back in Auckland as a pleasure launch. I wonder where she is now? Any information email bill@ thepostnewspaper.co.nz

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Shop Local Our local store owners have an innate sense of customer service.

Naturally and spontaneously, they never miss an opportunity to demonstrate the advantages and benefits of shopping close to home. More often than not, they know our names by heart as well as those of our parents or our children, bringing a warm and friendly dimension to our daily shopping.

Better still, they remember our tastes and our expectations in detail. The butcher, for example, knows exactly which cut of meat to serve to one customer and which to serve to another without forgetting their favourite type of ham and how thick it should be sliced. It’s true, of course, that these little details are not essential to our survival, but they do contribute toward improving our quality of life and making our shopping experience that much more pleasant.

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Collectively as a community, we all have a lot to gain by supporting our local shops and producers. Indeed, every time we encourage the merchants in our neighbourhood we are making a gesture that is profitable for ourselves and our community. We are contributing directly to the economic development of our region as well as strengthening its social fabric.

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New taxes and the recent drop in the New Zealand dollar have pushed fuel prices to new highs and as a result have put a considerable strain on Kiwi wallets!

Fortunately most Kiwis have a good idea of how to drive economically. Unfortunately, it often involves driving as if there is a sleeping kitten just under your accelerator.

Easy…easy…don’t wake the kitten. And as anyone who has taken part in a fuel economy test drive knows, that sort of driving can also put you to sleep.

In celebration of the New Zealand launch of the AllNew Fiesta ST, Ford New Zealand offers these 10 real world tips for New Zealand motorists looking to lower fuel costs but still keep driving exciting…

Get your kit off. The kit on the roof that is.

Surf on the weekend but not during the week? Take the racks off your car during the week. This is about better aerodynamics and makes a big difference in fuel efficiency.

Ensure your tyres are up to the correct pressure. So easy and can have a massive impact on fuel usage as well as handling. It’s also safe. Low tyre pressure can cause blowouts.

What is in your boot?

Weight can be another factor in both fuel usage and road handling. Unload unnecessary items from your car. Some people also never entirely fill their tank, opting to fill only 60 or 70 per

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Don’t rubberneck!

Keep up to speed; safely but keep up to speed. When you slow down to have a look, you’re causing others, in some cases hundreds of others, to slow down for no reason.

All those cars then hit the pedal to speed back up, including you, wasting fuel in the process. In a 2011 study in the USA, it was estimated that traffic jams burned 5 per cent of the country’s total fuel used that year – that’s more than 7 billion litres of fuel worth more than 9 billion NZ dollars. That’s a lot of fuel!

Anticipate – Don’t overdo this one and slow to crawling two kilometres out but always look ahead and get a good idea of what is about to happen in the next few seconds.

Minimise your reactionary braking, or aggressive acceleration. Smooth out your driving.

Don’t drive angry – Easier said than done, especially in frustrating city or town driving. But angry driving burns more fuel. Burning out at the traffic lights or weaving in and out of cars can all mean heavy acceleration and heavy fuel use.

Cruise – Using cruise control can save. For example, setting it to 95kmh can save as much as 5 per cent versus manually driving between 90 and 100 kmh.

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But while you may be saving money in servicing costs, you’ll end up paying in the long run with poorer fuel economy or even bigger mechanics’ bills if you leave it too long.

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Decider matches this weekend for Premier Rugby It was another riveting round of Counties Power Club rugby with this weekend’s matches signaling the end of play-off hopes for some teams and going down to the wire for other teams as they head into decider matches next weekend.

Waiuku now sit in third place after beating Karaka 31-18 in a fitting tribute to lock Sam Cole in his 100th match for the green and red.

Karaka showed a lot of spirit in the first half which seem to evaporate in the second spell.

Both sides started by trading penalties. Karaka’s wing Peni Buakula scored a 90m run away try from turn over ball on their own line. Waiuku responded from the kick off with a penalty which they back up shortly afterwards with a solid team try, finished off by second-five Toetu David.

Waiuku applied more pressure on Karaka which resulted in another try to Lucky Palamo who darted inside the post to extend their lead.

Karaka instantly replied with their own try in an impressive individual effort to their other winger Sione Molia.

Both sides trade penalties again taking the half time score to 19-18 to Waiuku.

Waiuku turned their nose into a strong wind in the second half and retain possession for most of the stanza and were rewarded with two tries to props Simon Lemalu and Maka Tatafu. Lemalu scored two minutes into

the second half in the corner and Tatafu crashed over the line from good forward play. Waiuku dominated in their defence for the next 30 minutes to deny Karaka any scoring opportunities.

Simon Lemalu and Toetu David were their stand outs with a solid performance from Ronald Raaymakers.

For Karaka their lock Asa Lehauli was their player of the Day and Sione Molia was a constant threat.

Manurewa kept their playoff hopes alive with a 32-20 win over Bombay. Bombay showed glimpses of promise but ball handling errors, missed tackles and poor decision making let them down.

Bombay scored first from a chip kick with flanker Matthew Biggelaar crossing the line. Manurewa slotted a penalty then backed it up with a converted try and from then on both sides traded points.

Bombay picked up their additional points with five penalties to Ki Anufe and Manurewa scored four tries in total with Ben Masoe crossing twice and Louis Maxwell and Peter White collecting one each.

Loki Crichton was his normal consistent performer with three conversions and two penalties.

Manurewa stretched out their lead but Bombay fought back with Manurewa securing the match in the last five minutes when they put it out of reach.

Bombay’s stand outs were

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Ki Anufe and loose forward Johnny Kawai. For Manurewa Ben Masoe ran good lines and Mark Talaese was again strong.

As expected the top of the table clash was an enthralling spectacle with Ardmore Marist edging out Pukekohe 47-42 to retain the Counties Power Cup. With nearly 100 points scored in the match it was a try fest and they started coming early with Ardmore Marist’s Alamanda Motuga and Luteru Laulala scoring two early tries.

Pukekohe struck back with winger Sione Fifita crossing the line.

Ardmore Marist’s backline cut through Pukekohe and the visitors did the same trading similar blows. The game evened out at many stages which saw the score equal at 22-all, 29-all, 39-all and 42-all. Ardmore Marist dominated the set-piece with Pukekohe winning only one line-out which proved to be the difference.

For Ardmore Marist Tyrone Lefau with his red beard scored a brace of tries and was the stand out back with AJ Alatimu also scoring.

For Pukekohe Jared Page scored two tries and was strong on the boot again.

Team mates Joe Reynolds and Nigel Watson also crossed the chalk.

Ardmore Marist sealed the match the same way they did when theses two teams met in the first round with a try at the end of the match to No 8 Jake Fepuleai. The last few minutes saw Pukekohe hot on attack but they miss the opportunity to even the score.

Player of the day for Ardmore Marist was their flanker Greg Lealofi with AJ Alatimu strong on his return from France. Pukekohe’s best were Nigel Watson, Niva Ta’auso, Maama Vaipulu and Joe Reynolds.

The Counties Power Game of the week saw Onewhero finish their season with a 24-21 win against Patumahoe in another entertaining spectacle for fans.

Patumahoe fielded a strong team in another fast and physical Counties Power club rugby encounter. They had the services of Jimmy Tupou and it was Ale-

pini Olosoni’s 100th match for his side.

Onewhero went out to a 14-0 lead with two tries to second-five Filipe Pau and halfback Dave Bason. Sean Reidy got Patumahoe on the board with two penalties taking the half time score to 14-6 in the visitors favour.

In the second spell Reidy slotted another penalty and also scored a try. Onewhero’s centre Elijah Koaneti scored an intercept try and Patumahoe replied with a try by Vern Comley. Nathan Langsford kicked a 49m penalty to win the game. In the end Patumahoe were

camped out on Onewhero’s line and had a penalty but opted for the tap in an effort to win the Nicholson-Dark Memorial Trophy. At times Onewhero did their best to lose the match but held for the win and retained the trophy.

For Onewhero their lock Courtney Roberts was set phase and contact dominant and their flanker Nathan Sunde was solid all round.

For Patumahoe their stand outs were their latest centurion and PGG Wrightson Player of the Day Alepini Olosoni, Josh Van Lieshout and Vern Comley.

Recent Waiuku Golf Club results Recent results from Waiuku Golf were: 3-7-13 Wednesday Ladies Haggle Nett Div One 1st Glennys Kerr 72, 2nd Lorraine Craig 74 Div Two 1st Janice Scobie 66, 2nd Louisa Lowe 71 4-7-13 Thursday Haggle 1st Ross Tindle 42 2nd Frank McGrath 39, 3rd Greg Lowe 38.

6-7-13 Saturday Haggle Div One 1st David Bates 40, 2nd Phil Thompson 39, 3rd Jerry Kuggeleijn 39, 4th Alan Dawson 39, 5th Paul Loosemore 39, 6th Frank McGrath 38, 7th Kerry Martin 37, Div Two 1st Phillip Rashleigh 41, 2nd Christopher Peet 40, 3rd Brian Miskell 39, 4th Stephen Maynard 38, 5th Warren Smith 38, 6th Wayne Green 38, 7th Andrew Fennell 35, Best Gross Div One Phil Thompson 75.

Div Two - Warren Smith 86.

Twos - Murray Armstrong, Greg Cowie, Frank McGrath, Jonathon Morley, John Morris (2) Christopher Peet, 27-6-13 Thursday Haggle 1st Ken James 38 2nd Frank McGrath 37 3rd Shannon McCall 35 4th Roger Booth 35 Two’s Kerry Martin.

29-6-13 Saturday Haggle Div One - 1st Larry Cureen 43, 2nd David Bates, 3rd Louis King 40, 4th Paul Loosemore 40, 5th Alan Dawson 40, 6th Craig Chambers 39, 7th Hector Rei 39, 8th Caine Robbie 37.

Div Two - 1st Colin Thomson 43, 2nd Jim Johnston 42, 3rd Peter Thomson 41, 4th Ivan van Niekerk 40, 5th Warren Smith 40, 6th Ross Tindle 39, 7th Andrew Fennell 38, 8th Kalvin 38.

Best gross Div One - Craig Chambers, Div Two Colin

Thomson 83.

Two’s Craig Chambers, John Ferregel, Peter Helps, Louis King, Courtney Maddern, Brian Miskel, John Morris, Brendan Watts, Fred Watts.

Kohekohe hockey U13 Kohe Fantastix won 3-2 against Strathallen POD Ash Rees U13 Kohe GT lost 4-1 against Waiau Pa Nathan Lowe U11 Kohe Yellow lost 6-2 against PISC Gold POD Mason Borell U11 Kohe Ninjas lost 4-0 against Alfriston POD Aryan Kumar U9 Kohe won 4-0 against WP Black POD Sam Goudie-Park U6 Kohe won against Pap/ WP POD Harri Croft.

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Draw for Waiuku Netball Centre, Saturday 13th July. Office Bearer Duty: Jo Morriss, Janice Thomson. Canteen 8.00am-4.00pm Sandspit Road. Lolly Shop: 8.00am-4.00pm Sandspit Road . Duty Club: 8.00-4.00pm Sandspit Road. Timekeeper: Janice Thomson. *Denotes possible two games 8.30am Brian James Elite v Salients 1, College Bronze v *College Brass, *College Platinum v Rag Renos Ltd, Waiuku Maori Sports Club Snr 1 v *Glenbrook Makaira, *Sandspit Devils v *Glenbrook Mingles.

9.25am College Yellow v Waiau Pa Rockit, *Waiau Pa Wildcats v College Black, College Embers v *College Jade, Pukeoware Rebels v Sandspit Infernoz, *Sandspit Blasters v Swampy View Silver.

10.20am Loyal v College Gold, Mooi Hair v Fusion, *Skin for Life v Brian James GB’s, *College Silver v Easy Trim, Waiuku Primary No Name v *Sandspit Devils/*Sandspit Blasters/*Glenbrook Mingles.

11.15am *College Brass v *College Platinum/*Glenbrook Makaira, Awhitu Angels v Waipipi Waves, Waiuku Maori Sports Club Jnr A v *Waipipi Stormers, Waiau Pa Fudgies v *Awhitu Sapphires.

12.10pm Waiuku Maori Sports Club Snr A

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1.05pm Glenbrook Pulse v Waiuku Primary Courts, Swampy View Black v *Awhitu Sapphires/*Waipipi Stormers, *Glenbrook Blueberries v *Pukeoware Satellites , *Waiuku Primary Stars v *Glenbrook Starfire, Waiau Pa Pulse v College Lime.

2.00pm Coast v *College Red/*College Navy, College Jade v *Waiau Pa Wildcats/*Waiuku Maori Sports Club Snr 2, Waiau Pa Celebs v Swampy View Red, Pukeoware Sapphires v Waiau Pa Tigers, Waiuku Primary Scorers v Sandspit Shakers.

2.55pm *Glenbrook Blueberries/*Waiuku Primary Stars v *Pukeoware Satellites/*Glenbrook Starfire, Sandspit Shockwaves v Waiuku Primary Chicks, Awhitu Diamond Dodgers v Glenbrook Sapphires, Swampy View Future Ferns Gold v Waipipi Winners.

BYE: Cossie, College Purple, College Pink, Sandspit Stars, Sandspit Creepers.

UMPIRES 8.30am Michelle Wilson, Tracey Phillips,

Loyal x 1, Caitlyn Sloane, Skin For Life x 1, Fusion x 1, Easy Trim x 1, Amber Turner, Aka Aka x 1, Waiuku Primary x 1.

9.25am Carol Andrew, Jo O’Neale, Waiuku Maori Sports Club x 1, Rag Renos x 1, Michaela Dolan, Nicola Clarke, Waiuku Primary x 2, Lyzanne Tara, Waipipi x 1.

10.20am Maree Wallace, Jan O’Neill, Tara Coe, Monique Raaymakers, Trish Chitty, Chelsyee Collins, Amber Turner, Kathy Maxwell, Brian James Elite x 1, Pukeoware Rebels x 1.

11.15am Marshall Woodward, Toni Dolan, Glenbrook x 2, Sandspit x 2, Katie McGregor, Nadine Ngakuru.

12.10pm Teresa Geayley, Erin Bindon, Kim Mariner, Bronwyn Sloane, Carol Andrew, Jo O’Neale, Brian James GB’s x 1, Coast x 1.

1.05pm Sandspit x 2, Tracey Phillips, Pukeoware Sapphires x1, Awhitu x 2, Waipipi x 1, Otaua x 1, Waiuku Maori Sports Club x 1, Stacey Lord.

2.00pm Kim Mariner, Alex Jones, Glenbrook x 1, Waiuku Primary x 1, Marshall Woodward, Kathy Maxwell, Shannon Thornton, Aka Aka x 1.

2.55pm Sandspit x 1, Bronwyn Sloane, Waiau Pa x 2.

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Juniors

New Aka Aka playgroup The planning and organisation of a newly formed Playgroup in Aka Aka is now complete and the centre is up and running.

The name, Pukeko Playgroup is a follow-through of the Aka Aka School emblem of a Pukeko holding a milk

pail, as the Playgroup is running on the school grounds.

Although it was initiated by the School Principal, Mr Keladitis, it is run separately from the school, with anyone being able to go along and join the activities, organisers say.

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Those involved say the philosophy of Pukeko Playgroup is based around meeting new people, having a cuppa and a chat in a relaxed, comfortable environment while visitors’ children are provided with a range of activities and equipment to explore, learn and grow with their parents alongside.

“It’s a wonderful addition to the Aka Aka area, to be able to have a Playgroup on offer for the community.,” one of those involved said last week.

“The doors opened to the public thre weeks ago after a blessing was given from Ra Brown, Bryce Flavell and Stuart Muir.

“Pukeko Playgroup will be open every Friday during School terms from 12.30pm till 3.00pm and run by gold coin donation. For more information you can look at facebook.com/PukekoPlaygroup or contact Ellisa 021 1789 083.

Right: Mums and children have a new spot to relax and learn at Aka Aka.

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IN-STORE 10th JULY

Oscar Diggs (James Frano) is an opportunistic circus magician who was transported from Kansas to the amazing world of Oz, where he is seen as the rumoured Wizard that will liberate the land. At first taking advantage of his newfound status, Oscar soon comes up against some obstacles. Three witches, Glinda (Michelle Williams) Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Theodora (Mila Kunis), aren’t so sure Oscar is who everyone thinks he is, and his worthiness is put to the test.

New shows on offer at Motat Motat visitors are set to experience an exciting explosion of sound this school holidays with Motat’s ‘Sound FX’ Holiday Experience from 13-28 July.

Children and adults alike can immerse themselves in fun activities designed to highlight the important role that sound plays in our lives.

Motat Museum Director, Michael Frawley explains that Holiday Experiences are designed to be an interactive experience for children that is both fun and educational and will keep the whole family entertained over the school holidays.

The highlight of the Sound FX Holiday Experience will

be the ‘The Motat Radio Show’; an immersive play that invites kids to join in on the performance.

Other interactive activities include bringing a silent vintage movie to life by creating sound effects, discovering the concept of onomatopoeia through a cartoon story telling workshop and crafting a musical rain stick.

Additionally, the Fonterra Science Roadshow returns to Motat these school holidays, with two live daily shows; ‘Balloons and Bernoulli,’ an investigation into pressure, and ‘The Scientific Pantry,’ relating science to typical pantry foods and liquids.

“We’re excited that the

Fonterra Science Roadshow is coming back for the third year in a row; it gives our visitors an interactive insight into the world of science.

“The shows are relatable and entertaining to visitors of all ages and even parents have been known to learn a thing or two from their shows,” says Museum Director, Michael Frawley.

Visitors can enjoy ‘Sound FX’ and the Fonterra Science Roadshow as part of their general admission fee to Motat.

More details about Motat and the Fonterra Science Roadshow can be found at www.motat.org.nz or www. roadshow.org.nz.

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SPORT

U13 Waiuku vs Karaka While the Waiuku boys tackled hard and made a few breaks, Karaka out performed them. Score 75 nil to Karaka. Also the U11 & U13 boys found Charlie visiting the rugby park. Both teams could have done with his horse power! Photo’s Jennifer Foy

Tuakau College Girls Rugby

College Black vs College Pink Melanie Cave and Aynsleigh Easson

Tuakau College Girls XV Rugby team took on Pukekohe, Wesley XV on home turf last Friday. While Tuakau held strong throughout the first half, the Wesley/Pukekohe High School team broke through, and managed to score several tries

Through the Lens

which saw them take out the win.

Local sport action

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Tuakau’s Stephanie Hyde-Richards tackles a break away player from Wesley/Pukekohe High School.

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ANY old scrap metal removed. Old batteries, expired gas bottles, old cars, lawn mowers, etc.

Ph Martin 021 128 5953 / 238 3005.

WORKSHOP SPACE. Easy access. Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd, Waiuku. Ph Sam 021 671 960.

GARAGE SALE

BOATS BOAT REPAIRS, dingy 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 per week plus bond. Ph: 09 232 1814.

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FOR RENT 1 BM self contained unit. $170 per week, power and water included. Peaceful, private setting on lifestyle block, close to Waiuku town. Ph: 021 234 5321

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

CLEANING SERVICES S & G Cleaning Services.

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ENGAGEMENT SHIRES/NIGHTINGALE Maureen Shires mother of Nathan (fish) is delighted to announce the engagement of her son Nathan to Gretchen. A big congratulations to you both from your family in Waiuku

FIREWOOD FIREWOOD Bargain. 4 Meters Mac/pine $300 Delivered. 2 Meters $170.

Ph/txt 021 744 970 or 235 0065.

DON and Gaylyn, this season’s pine firewood. $75 per cube, delivered and stacked. Ph. 235 9588

FOR HIRE FIREWOOD splitter Phone 235 7733 or 021 305 111 BOUNCY Castle hire.

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FOR SALE ADULT ACCESSORIES, adult toys, massage oil, lubes, Women’s Health & Sexuality Books & lots more available online www.vibes.co.nz.

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 TREES for sale. Taraire and Karaka $5 each. Ph: 09 235 2739

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Franklin area

BABY clothes for sale!

Nothing over $3. More than 300 items. frm Prem to size 1. Sat 13 July, 8am start Lochview Rd, Puke.

WAIUKU FIRE STATION, this Saturday 8am-12 .

Large variety of things, plus Sausage Sizzle & Raffles.

Karioitahi Konexions Relay for Life Team Fundraising for the Cancer Society.

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.

READINGS CLAIRVOYANT Ph Eunice Attwood 235 0022 Publishme.co.nz for profile, books & website links.

NATIVE American Spiritual card reading. Ph Sharon 027 4900 718

SITUATIONS VACANT

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Hours: Tues 11-3pm, Wed 9-5pm, Fri 9-til late, Mon & Sat by pre-arranged appts only. Ph Steff 235 7149.

Reps required now FREE gift on joining

LOOKING for deliverers of local paper and pamphlets in France Street area. Ph Mike 09 236 3995

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PETS POOCHIE park – Holiday home for dogs – Inspection welcome by arrangement – Ph 235 0052 (evenings) or 021 856 555. Email pups@hotmail.co.nz for further info.

WAIUKU COLONY CAT RESCUE Donations of catfood - tins & biscuits wanted.

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Why not plan and record your funeral wishes The My Life, My Funeral Kit will make it easy for you.

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TUITION GREGG’S Drumming Tuition. Beginners to advanced. All styles. No drums needed. Bookings essential. Phone 09 238 7980 or 021 265 2780.

(We copy LPs to CD) READING & WRITING 1-1 Tuition. Waiuku and Tuakau.

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Contact Jill at ‘The Frog Pond’. Ph 238 2110. E: jillm@wild-daisies.co.nz

WANTED TREES wanted. Gum & Macrocarpa. Also tree felling & shelter belt removal.

Ph or txt Chris 027 212 4590 or 235 0065.

WANTED TO BUY QUALITY household furniture, antiques, bric-abrac, collectables, tools.

Phone for free quote 235 5555 or 027 277 5026.

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COATINGS

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Top Notch Plumbing Emergency Services 24/7 Servicing all aspects of plumbing and gas fitting 09 2352553 021762553 www.topnotchplumbing.co.nz

Resprayed or removed

A/h 09 235 8263

CONCRETE

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

Sales, Service & Design of:

148 Manukau Road, Pukekohe

09 238 9588 www.parkerspumping.co.nz

• Bores • Pumps • Irrigation • Pipes & Parts • Filtration • Pool & Spa

Mobile free 0800 226 884 235 2572

CONTRACTING

Now in Pukekohe 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

Phone: 09 235 7835

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(Right next to Bunnings Warehouse) PH 238 5055 0800 10 35 35 Web: www.thepostnewspaper.co.nz

SEPTIC TAKEAWAYS SEPTIC TANK CLEANING

235 8206

027 476 1306

PETER CHURCHILL PLUMBING

STORAGE

STORE IT ALL All Sizes

021 293 6250

SURVEYORS

Servicing Franklin for over 45 years

all about

CENTRAL GLASS SERVICES

SEPTIC TANKS

ROY F PARKER & SON LTD

GLASS

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

0800 782 521 Alan Wilson Plumbing 235 9066

Hosking Place, Waiuku

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

Phone Bruce Cameron 0274 988 412

0800 SUCKA1

PUMPS

238 7701

SPECIALISED COATINGS

WAIUKU WASTE DISPOSAL

Registered Plumbers

NIGEL KNOTT Owner

TOP CASH PAID * CARS * VANS * 4X4 * GOING OR NOT * LOCAL BUYERS

SEPTIC TANK CLEANING

Craftsman Plumbers & Drainlayers Effluent Ponds — Grease Traps

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

Tom Kane

SEPTIC TANKS

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

Madsen Lawrie Consultants

LAND SURVEYORS 14 Hall Street, Pukekohe Ph 09 Fax 09 238 2448

238 6369

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

TV & VIDEO REPAIR

Waiuku Electronics Authorised Panasonic Service • TVs and Antennas• Video and Hi Fi Stereo • Registered & Licensed Servicemen

Phone 235 7059

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