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t’s hard to trust politicians. There are a load of reasons they are frequently on the list of those people we frown upon. Like real estate sales agents, used car salesmen or journalists. Politicians ask for it right? We cast shade on them all. They don’t have a chance. Before they even open their mouths we have dismissed whatever it is that’s going to spout forth. Much mistrust. It comes with the territory. nd so it was with equal doses of intrigue and cynicism and very little expectation, I took a seat with well over 100 others at a mayoral forum on Monday night. The irony the meeting was being hosted in a house of God - the East City Wesleyan Church (ECWC) in Botany - was not lost. A week before that, St Mark’s Catholic Church held a local body elections meeting. Is politics losing that air of grubbiness, that whiff of compost? ECWC’s Life Growth Community Trust, which has organised political candidates’ meetings for a dozen years, separated the wheat from the chaff. The four invited “heavyweights” of the 18-odd mayoral candidates became three even before the meeting began. David Hay did turn, up but not as a panellist. He appeared briefly to apologise to those who had already cast votes for him. Hay has effectively withdrawn from the

From left, Vic Crone, John Palino and Phil Goff on stage at this week’s mayoral forum at East City Wesleyan Church. Times photo Nick Krause

mayoral race and announced his support for Phil Goff. He left Goff, Victoria Crone and John Palino to it and that wasn’t a bad thing. The pace of the evening’s programme was managed with military efficiency (and a buzzer) which made it a sprightly rather than cumbersome stroll through the political aspirations of the trio. Facilitated by the church’s Lloyd Wong, it was slickly orchestrated. If these three mayoral aspirants

were sick to death of hearing the same questions again about transport, affordable housing, infrastructure, selling off/retaining assets, council largesse, the City Rail Link, Rural Urban Boundary, budget blowouts and the unitary plan, they sure didn’t show it. It was two hours of non-stop questions with bitesize morsels thrown back for the audience to try and digest. And unlike the theatrical and often irritating parliamentary

question time, there was never any of that yelling over one another or the interjections or stupid guffaws. Contrived? Perhaps, but the audience got to hear short, sharp answers to addressing this city’s problems (see above). Given the fact we were about half way through the postal voting period (voting ends at noon on October 8), it was surprising how many at the meeting had still not voted. A show of hands showed

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a clear majority – possibly 80 per cent – had still to vote. They were waiting for this. Fascinating. At the close of the meeting another show of hands was called for, this time for how many had made a decision. Around 60 per cent had. That’s democracy up close and personal. Is there a way to encapsulate the proceedings succinctly? Not really, although one audience member noted it was like being at an accountants’ forum. I’m uncertain whether they were used intentionally either but Goff used the expressions “walk on water” and “religiously” more than once in the chapel. Crone, quick off the draw all night, was trying to keep it real –“Government has to have the balls,” she exclaimed. And then they blurred into one, - “efficiencies”, “transparency”, “accountability”, “planning”. Disparate trains of thought. Not really. Broadly speaking, they were pretty unified in message and about delivery and about the future. Yeah there were stances we’d expect of the candidates, for example on the thorny issue of the Treaty of Waitangi and council. Or the sale of assets like the Auckland Airport shares, Watercare or the Ports of Auckland. After two hours, the facilitator wrapped it up nicely. “It takes a lot to stand up here and think on your feet and give answers sometimes 50 or 60 times.”

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offending. “If you have had property stolen, it is always worthwhile to check these sites for your property as you are more likely to recognise it by photo/ description,” the inspector said. “If you do suspect you have found your stolen property on a sell site, please contact the police. “Do not attempt to recover it yourself.” If a trailer is stolen, Mr Pirret encourages the owner to immediately report the theft to the police and provide as much information as possible about the trailer as well as photographs which are extremely useful for identification purposes. ➤➤If you have any information regarding a theft of a trailer or any other crime, you can report it to the Ormiston Police station or by phone on 250-2800, or anonymously on Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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he Village Jeweller in Picton Street, Howick was one of 10 premises ram raided at the weekend. Store owner Chris Schweder said the culprits made quite a mess but, because very little jewellery is left in the cabinet at night, he and his team lost about $1500 of silver jewellery, “ so all very pointless”. “I feel great comfort that the huge expense and fanatical efforts I made 20 years ago when I developed the store and

our rigid systems for safety and security reduced the loss,” Mr Schweder said. “With extensively reinforced steel fronts, this prevented the car going right into the shop and causing a ridiculous amount of wreckage.” A police spokesperson confirmed they are investigating a ram raid which occurred at the Village Jeweller on Saturday morning. “This forms part of a wider investigation into 10 ram raids

carried out across Counties Manukau on Saturday morning and we are now in the process of identifying which of these may be linked. “We are currently following strong lines of enquiry and can’t make any further comment at this stage.” Shop manager Lee Bevan in front of the store. Photo Jackie Russell, Chatterbox PR

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steadily coming in since the fund was started last week. “But we need much more to keep going. Every contribution is appreciated.” She said it is imperative Howick keeps its superb views from Stockade Hill and Crawford Reserve for posterity. “We must fight hard to stop the present zoning allowing three storey apartment buildings forming a wall blocking our views on the seaward side of Stockade Hill.” One way the HRRA is planning on raising money is by hitting the streets with donation tins. The tins were donated by Resene following the Christchurch Earthquake and have been used for various fundraising efforts in Howick, including the Red Cross appeal to raise funds following the Typhoon Haiyan disaster in

onations have started to pour in for the Protect Stockade Hill Views Appeal and the fundraising effort will ramp up in the coming weeks. The Howick Ratepayers and Residents Association (HRRA) has lodged appeals to the Environment and High Courts against Auckland Council’s decisions on the Auckland Unitary Plan (AUP). The HRRA is now calling on Howick locals to help support its fundraising appeal to fight the plan changes which threaten views of the Hauraki Gulf from Stockade Hill and Ridge Road. Chair of the HRRA, Gayleen Mackereth, said lodging the appeals has already cost the association thousands of dollars. She said being a small organisation, it needs support. “The HRRA are prepared to take this on, this action for all the people of Howick now and in the future, with help from the public.” Mrs Mackereth said contributions both large and small have been

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The biggest art event for children in the south-east will take place as part of the festival at 11am2pm on Saturday, October 8. While the focus is on children aged three-12 years, the free event is for the whole family. Uxbridge art studios will be open for workshops and activities, such as painting in the dark, photography, clay works or help build a village map. A story

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Preceding the official opening of the Uxbridge theatre is a concert by the St Andrew’s Big Band. Led by conductor, Hamish Arthur, the concert will be a showcase of jazz styles with new arrangements of big band standards by Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller, along with some Latin favourites and classic tunes from George Gershwin and Dave Brubeck. Joining the band are vocalists Liziana Fa’asolo and Amy Wang who will present new arrangements of famous songs by Louis Armstrong and

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ew Zealand has come near the top of an international report judging how well it treats the growing number of people over-65s who are still working. A report by the financial company PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) shows nearly 40 per cent of New Zealanders are working until they are 70 and that number is rising. Its report, ranking 34 OECD countries, puts New Zealand in second place behind Iceland in how it treats older workers. It heaped praise on the country for harnessing the economic power of older workers. As well as more over-65s working, PwC said New Zealand had a great record for allowing them flexible conditions, and a relatively low gender pay gap. It was also about their skills being better appreciated, said a partner for the company, Scott Mitchell. “They are as useful, if not more, especially when they can be in a flexible working environment,” he said. “Just because you become an aged worker, the mere fact you’ve got someone who’s been there and done that and has maturity – they can be fantastic coaches.” There are several reasons why older people keep working, said a co-director of the Retirement Policy

praise: Forty per cent of Kiwis are working until they are 70. and Research Centre at Auckland University, Susan St John. “Among them of course is the problem of outliving savings and needing to provide extra because there’s a greater awareness that New Zealand’s Super scheme, while generous, isn’t enough for many people,” she said.

People should be judged on what they are able to do, rather than a ticking clock, said former All Blacks doctor and current chief medical officer for Sovereign, John Mayhew. “There’s no evidence that work is bad for us, it may be better in fact. As long as someone is physically and mentally able to do the job they want to do and they enjoy it then carry on,” he said. “For most of us there’s no magical cut-off at 65. “I think we should push the retirement age up.” PwC’s report also calls for the government to look at the retirement age, but Ms St John said just because more older people are working, it did not mean it should go up. “That is a real can of worms because many people are not capable of staying in the workforce and raising the age puts them on a work benefit, for example,” she said. Ms St John said it was worth noting statistics do not take into account older people who spend much of their time in unpaid caregiving roles – that could mean simply looking after grandchildren. The government’s statistics show of all over-65s, one in five is working. That is expected to rise to one in three in 20 years’ time.

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When I’m 64 … I’ll still be working The raising of the age of eligibility for New Zealand Superannuation from 60 to 65 during the 1990s has had a marked effect on the age we now retire. The Beatles song, When I’m 64, penned by Paul McCartney about getting old, seems oddly premature nearly 50 years after its release. Most 64-year-olds would scoff at the suggestion they were on the brink of dotage and this is more than borne out by the numbers of us who are still in work long after collecting our Gold Card. According to the last Census, nearly 130,000 seniors aged 65 and over are in full or part-time employment. Statistics show they were most likely to be managers or professionals. Within the managers group, the most common types were ‘farmers and farm managers’ followed by ‘chief executives, general managers, and legislators’. Within the professionals group, education professionals were the most common with office workers and labourers making up the rest. As well as participation in paid work, older people make positive contributions to their communities through volunteer work or helping their families with childcare, in fact most seniors are involved in some unpaid activities.

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he only way is up for the longevity of New Zealand residents aged 65 years and over. Kiwis born today can expect to live on average over eight years longer now than those born in 1980. All across the world, companies, governments and communities are scrambling to harness the energy and meet the needs of an aging population . The number of people over age 60 is already close to 1 billion and is expected to double by mid-century to nearly a quarter of the planet’s population, according to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs. And as they age, they’re likely to spend more to maintain their active lifestyles than any previous generation in history. If you are nearing retirement or

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lives. All the more reason to start making preparations earlier than you think to enjoy those longerthan-ever golden years. To help you make the most of your retirement, Age Concern Manukau has developed the Triple A programme to provide participants with resources and information to create an action plan for positive ageing. Through a series of workshops held at the charity’s offices at Cambria Park Homestead, Papatoetoe, the programme aims

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cent since 2006. Fast forward 25 years and that number is projected to double when our senior population will reach one and a quarter million. Previous generations were expected to age politely and cope with the aches and pains that defined retirement. But today people are not just committed to living longer but to living better. Longevity has not only increased life spans but has also granted many more years of good health. This is expected to create a greater demand for home health workers and assisted-living facilities to enable people to live independently for many years. Correspondingly, the number of people in nursing homes is expected to decline.

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y and large, older drivers are some of the best drivers and take good care of their vehicles. This is reflected in lower car insurance premiums for over 55s. However, while our cars pass the warrant of fitness with flying colours the same cannot always be said of the drivers who may be affected by changes in vision, reaction time and flexibility. This can affect safe vehicle handling and pose a risk to all road users. A safe road system has skilled, competent, alert and sober drivers travelling at safe speeds in safe vehicles on safe roads that are predictable and forgiving of mistakes. The NZ Transport Agency has developed Staying Safe – a refresher workshop for senior road users. Coupled with the advancements in car safety technology there’s no reason why you shouldn’t remain behind the wheel for any years to come. It’s important to choose the safest car you can afford that suits your needs. The better the fit between you and your car, the more comfortable, in control and safe you’ll be. The choice of a car with in-built safety and technology features suited to the physical capabilities of the driver, e.g. rear-view cameras to assist with reversing, will improve safety. The NZTA recommends you choose a vehicle with high

staying safe: The NZTA recommends you choose a vehicle with high safety ratings. safety ratings and has compiled the following checklist for new vehicle buyers: • sensors to detect and prevent a vehicle going out of control • four-star minimum ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Programme) crash rating • head-protecting side or curtain airbags • adjustable pedals – a feature especially for petite drivers to reach the pedals while ensuring they are a safe distance from the airbag • adjustable steering wheel and seats. • electric mirrors and large/ wide-angle mirrors to improve visibility • visors that extend to protect drivers from glare • low door threshold to make

getting in and getting out of the car easier • thick steering wheel for easier handling • anti-lock braking system to help the driver retain steering control • emergency brake assist – a system that detects panic braking and automatically applies maximum braking force • headrests – to minimise the risk of whiplash injuries • power steering • safety belt pre-tensioners, side intrusion bars and front and rear crumple zones to protect occupants in event of crash If there comes a time when it is no longer safe to drive, people will need to retire from driving but can still maintain mobility and independence.

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Stretch your mind and body to stay young You don’t have to run marathons to maintain your fitness as you age but regular exercise is a must if you want to live life to the full. Fortunately our area has a plethora of lovely parks to walk (or jog) in, swimming baths, tennis and bowling clubs aplenty and no end of exercise classes to suit all ages and fitness levels. Health and longevity are primary goals of both tai chi and yoga and several classes run in our neighbourhood. At the Te Tuhi centre in Pakuranga, FlyingMoon Yoga practices Yoga Asana, a light exercise class to stretch, relax and improve your immune system, to achieve good health, weight loss and improve confidence, flexibility and peace of mind. This class is suitable for beginners through to the experienced. Saturdays, 10.30 - 11.45am, contact Cindy on (09)577 5381 or 021 268 4986. The smooth, gentle movements of Tai Chi is said to aid relaxation and help to keep the mind calm and focused. A community class is held at Te Tuhi on Fridays between 10am-11.15am. Phone Stacy (instructor) on 576-3705 for more details. If that gets you hooked you might also like to try Chen-style tai chi held at the centre on Mondays and Thursdays from 1pm-2.30pm. Anyone can join, classes cost just $6 per person and they teach people how to achieve better balance, stability and co-ordination through a series of exercises. Studies have shown that these exercises may improve arthritis. Contact Madeleine Lynch on 021 378 882. Website: www.taichichen.org. Gentle exercise classes are held at Howick Leisure Centre, 563 Pakuranga Rd, Howick, on Tuesday and Thursday from 10.15am-11.15am and Wednesday 1pm-2pm. The programme is suitable for all abilities. Instructor is a qualified physiotherapist and can modify exercises to meet individual needs. Costs are $3 per session. Contact Rodney Lawless 537-6029 for more information.

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older people receiving chiropractic care reported improved quality of life. This study also showed that people felt significantly better both mentally and physically.[2] This can mean more time for and enjoyment doing the things that you love: gardening, golfing, walking, and playing with the grandchildren. Dr Janette says, “the people in this study were aged between 69 – 80 years of age, which just goes to show that it is never too late to make the choice to improve your health, function and wellbeing” Of interest in both these studies was the time-frame for improvement. There were fewer changes noticed in the first 4 weeks of care, however as chiropractic care progressed the improvements seemed to just keep getting better. This just goes to show what we all know in life; for true results, great outcomes take time and commitment The team at Creating Wellness are actively involved in research and help train future chiropractors at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. They know first hand just how beneficial

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n many ways Dawn Dowling is typical of a modern woman of retirement age. She still works, enjoys great health and looks fantastic - and has no intentions of slowing down anytime soon. Yet it’s her vitality and youthful looks that cause most incredulation when people learn where she lives. Just before Christmas last year Dawn moved to the Bruce Mclaren Retirement Village in Howick. Her spacious apartment is beautifully appointed, furnished with taste and decorated with interior designer detail. She’s created a home of distinction that could happily feature in a glossy magazine and one which many of us would give their eye teeth to move to. So why does her address cause such surprise? “There appears to be this myth that village life is tantamount to moving to an old peoples’ home, but I live no differently here than you do in your home,” said Dawn. Which isn’t strictly true: how many of us enjoy luxury resort-style facilities which include a bowling green, indoor heated swimming pool and spa, gym, library and movie theatre as Dawn does. Not to mention a busy social calendar full of interesting activities and events, from line dancing and guest speakers to winery visits, bowls coaching, zumba and pilates. There’s also regular social outings, shopping trips, monthly morning tea and a weekly happy hour where residents enjoy complimentary drinks in a spacious lounge. “You can become involved in as many of the activities as you want but its all about life balance and keeping your outside interests along with your family and friends. “Security and having the gardens and home maintenance cared for by friendly staff is a huge benefit.” Dawn says many people delay making the move to a retirement complex for a raft of reasons including financial concerns and a misguided perception that they were for ‘old folks’. “People leave it far too late to move, making the transition difficult to settle into their new home. Some never settle, spending years saying ‘will l, won’t I’ which causes huge stress in itself. “Leaving it so late also means that their family has to make the decisions, usually due to ill health. Or worse deciding yes then nothing suitable is available. You must keep control of your life. “Plan for your retirement and

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where you want to live in the next 10 years, don’t wait till you have no alternative. “There are no negatives to retirement village living.” Dawn has been a successful real estate agent for the past 15 years after running her own recruitment agency. “I have been selling people into retirment complexes for years and always knew I would move into one myself as I know the huge advantages of living in one. “A lot of people have said to me ‘how come you live there?’, which I take as a compliment. “Age is just a number or mindset, it’s all about attitude and living the dream one has worked and planned for. “I’m busy with lots of things and love spending quality time with my friends and family. Retirement is on hold – working keeps me young.”

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Buying a unit at a retirement village: What do you need to know?

ew Zealand, like most of the developed world, is currently experiencing the effects of an ageing population. This means a greater demand for residential property that caters to the lifestyle requirements and social demands older people need. In response, many New Zealanders are purchasing units in retirement villages to ensure their needs are met. New Zealand a retirement dream Figures released by Statistics New Zealand show that the number of people aged 65 and over has doubled since 1980. It is also forecast that New Zealand’s population of 65 and over will double once again by 2036. This is expected to be heavily influenced by the volume of baby boomers that move into this 65 and over age group between now and 2036. However, unlike what the media says, it is not all bad. In fact retiring in New Zealand is considered by many to be better than anywhere else in the world. For instance, the 2016 HSBC Expat Explorer ranked New Zealand joint first for expat experience, citing its healthcare and quality of life the best the globe has to offer. New Zealand’s exceptional social agencies and the sheer beauty of its natural features make it the ideal place to retire. Yet, as people age, they need housing that caters to their unique needs. To accomplish this, older New Zealanders need to purchase property

that is secure, easily maintained and close to health and transport services. One of the best ways to achieve this is by acquiring a unit at a retirement village or similar facility. Yet, there are a number of specific legal considerations that come with this course of action. Legislative protections for buyers While buying a unit in a retirement village can be a daunting task, the government did introduce a legislative safety net in 2003. The Retirement Villages Act 2003 (the Act) and its concomitant regulations help protect residents and prospective residents from financial and emotional loss. The legislation outlines a number of provisions in relation to the obligations of both residents and operators. One of the most important provisions of the Act is the Occupation Right Agreements (ORA) between operators and residents. An ORA is a legal document that gives an individual (or couple) the right to occupy a residential unit situated within a retirement village for the remainder of their life, or until they choose to leave. It specifically sets out the terms and conditions that are required by the Act and the Retirement Villages (General) Regulations 2006, which sets out a code of ethics for operators. The Code of Practice 2008 sets out the minimum rights and obligations of retirement village operators and their residents. It provides a number

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RETIREMENT: It’s a time to relax, not to be caught up in legal issues. of minimum requirements that all operators must comply with. The Code covers 10 specific areas which include, but are not limited to: • Staffing arrangements at the retirement villages • Safety and security of residents and units • Complaints process • Maintenance arrangements • Communication pathways with residents These conditions are meant to be reflected in the ORA that individuals sign before they move into their unit. Retirement is a time to relax, not to be caught up in legal issues. Is legal advice important when signing an ORA? One of the legal conditions of entering into an ORA is the requirement to have independent legal advice. Intending residents must seek legal advice completely

independent of their retirement village operator. The intending resident’s lawyer will explain the general conditions of the agreement and its legal implications. To do this, you need to ensure you have the right advice from a lawyer experienced with ORAs. Alongside this, a lawyer will be needed to witness the person’s signature as well as certify that the intended resident received an explanation of the ORA in terms they have understood. If the certification is not properly attained, the resident’s agreement could be void and may lead to issues further down the track. If you are looking at purchasing a unit within a retirement village, it is imperative you seek quality advice from a lawyer experienced with ORAs. Contact Wynyard Wood today to ensure that you understand your rights and obligations under an ORA.

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Becoming hard of hearing is a common irritant of advancing years and the cost of getting hearing aids can be prohibitive. But if you find yourself needing one (or two) the Ministry of Health may be able to help with the cost. Depending on your circumstances and type of hearing loss, you may be able to get help from one of two schemes offered by the department. The Hearing Aid Funding Scheme requires you to complete an income and asset test. If you don’t qualify to have your hearing aid paid for under the funding scheme, you may be able to get a subsidy. This isn’t income or asset tested. For more information visit www. health.govt.nz/publication/

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The Chinese Positive Ageing Charitable Trust meets at 16 Swan Crescent, Pakuranga on Thursdays where senior Chinese 65+ can participate in group activities such as Tai Chi, crafts, health talks, mah jong, outings, Chinese movies, puzzles, chess, games and sing-alongs. Sessions run from 10am - 3pm and cost from $8 including morning and afternoon tea and lunch. More information from Sandy Nip on (09)624 1368 or 021 052 0930 or email cpa.trust@gmail.com.

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Korean Silver School group is run by the Korean Positive Ageing Charitable Trust and meets at the Community House, 47 Aviemore Drive, Highland Park on Fridays between 1.30pm to 4pm. Korean seniors aged 65+ and other ethnic groups participate in health exercises and learn about NZ culture through cooking, dancing, crafts and outings. It also holds English and positive ageing workshops, sports events, cultural practices and community development. More information from Yongrahn Park ph (09) 272 7040 or 021 212 6889 or email info@koreanpositiveageing.org.nz.

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AUT never2old active ageing offers resistance training, balance and cardiovascular exercise, seminars, workshops, social events, outdoor challenges, masters games, modified sports and competitions at venues across Auckland including Howick. Small fee for exercise programmes $4-$7, and other events. More information from Phillipa Batts phone (09) 921 9999 ext 7615; www. never2old.net.nz.

ravel is booming right now and this is particularly true for people in their ‘golden years’. They’ve long said goodbye to the nine-to-five grind, the mortgage has been paid off and the kids have finally left the nest. If there’s one thing retirement guarantees, it’s time. Lots of it. And many are choosing to spend it on taking more holidays, mostly overseas. According to Sue Matson, Flight Centre NZ general manager retail, while Australia and the South Pacific are still top destinations, today’s retirees are travelling much more further afield. “A cruise in Antarctica is no longer out of the question; neither is a holiday in South America, a food and wine tour through Europe, or a multigenerational trip to the United States. “For seniors, the bucket list is rated as even more of an accomplishment. For the adventurous, there are mountain climbs and thrillseeking activities, but for many it’s simply the chance to experience a different culture, or take in some of the world’s most famous tourist sites.” Multi-generational holidays have become an increasingly popular way for families to spend quality time together with generous grandparents often footing the bill. Kids, parents and

grandparents are packing their bags and heading off on a family getaway that suits all generations. Cruising is one of the most popular forms of travel for more mature customers, offering great value for money and an easy ‘unpack once’ holiday. “Seniors have long understood how easy and economical it is to travel by cruise ship. “The chance to visit several exotic destinations on one holiday has great appeal, while an all-inclusive price means cruisers can save hundreds on the total cost of a holiday,” said Sue. House of Travel Howick handles a large number of bookings for locals over 55. It has noticed some destination hot spots among retirees with a European river cruise top of many bucket lists. Cruising of all kinds is a perennial favourite from round the world voyages to an island hopping cruise round the Greek islands and the Med, the Caribbean or closer to home round the Pacific islands and Australia. For those who want to keep their feet on the ground, the prefect greens of Maui’s golf courses makes Hawaii a popular choice with direct return flights to Honolulu a bonus. Touring the Canadian Rockies and cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage are the choice of

seniors seeking a combination of magnificent scenery and extraordinary experiences. Sue Matson says all-inclusive packages are a popular option for retirees. “It means you don’t need to worry about a thing once you check in with all your meals, drinks and activities pre-paid, pre-booked and ready to go. “From relaxing beach retreats, to European adventures, all-inclusive packages take the stress out of planning a holiday.” Small group tours geared towards specific age groups from 45 to 75 allow travellers to enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to the preferences of those in the group. “People enjoy being able to go beyond the typical tourist attractions and being able to interact with the local people. You linger longer in the areas you enjoy, share home-cooked meals with families and visit remote areas that are often closed off to large tour groups.” ‘Voluntouring’ is perfectly suited to seniors looking for adventure and an emotional connection to their travel experience. No surprise it is growing in popularity as a great way to stay active and to create a meaningful travel experience. Motivated by a desire to give back to the community, seniors can choose from many different types of volunteer programmes across the world.

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octors will be able to electronically calculate the risk before medicines are prescribed to the elderly, saving lives, if a new system being tested in New Zealand proves successful. Eighty thousand New Zealanders are involved in a new Otago University study to reduce over-medication harm. Side effects from medications cause around 15 per cent of hospitalisations among the elderly and overseas studies suggest one in five prescriptions may be inappropriate. “It’s very hard when each drug has 10 side effects and somebody’s on 20 medications to work out whether they’re possible side effects from which drug,” said Dr Hamish Jamieson, Otago University researcher and geriatrician. The study is comparing patient outcomes on a nationwide health database with results from a newly-developed electronic

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f spring cleaning is becoming too much of a challenge, then consider getting rid of it for good. The team at Bruce McLaren Retirement Village are experts at unloading the burden of daily chores and tasks and helping people live life to the fullest. The state-of-the-art complex in Howick has earned a reputation for offering a low-maintenance lifestyle within a vibrant community and serene surrounds. Combine the best of independent living whilst swapping out the housework with the convenience of a contemporary serviced apartment. Built with luxury in mind, the apartments boast a bedroom, plus ensuite bathroom complete with underfloor heating and a kitchenette which includes a fridge and microwave. All come equipped with emergency call alarms monitored round the clock by attentive, well-trained staff. Take advantage of a room with a view, overlooking pristine, manicured gardens or a sun-drenched patio leading on to a lush green landscape and a tranquil pond and fountain. On offer is a range of ‘assisted living’ options tailored to changing individual requirements, from hot meals, fresh linen, laundry and housekeeping to greater personal needs such as medication and assistance with dressing and showering. In addition, residents can sit back and enjoy the finer things in life by embracing a schedule filled with fun activities and social events. And thanks to the village’s many amenities, there’s never a dull moment. Residents are spoilt for choice with a library, hair salon,

measure called the Drug Burden Index, or DBI, to see if the DBI can accurately predict which elderly are most at risk of drug harm. Early overseas trials indicate a high DBI is a good predictor of falls, fractures, loss of independence and even death. Researchers say if the Drug Burden Index does predict adverse side effects from drugs, it could allow doctors to electronically calculate the risk before medicines are prescribed to the elderly, preventing harm and saving lives. A high DBI calculation score would throw up a red flag on the doctor’s computer. “So the patients and clinicians can see that and use that to together decide if continuing to use these medications is appropriate,” Dr Jamieson said. If not, the patient can be taken off that drug or prescribed another. A pilot project with GPs and pharmacists might be underway by the end of this year.

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DINING WITH FRIENDS: Serviced apartment residents enjoy a meal in the dining room. beauty parlour, cinema, billiards room, a bowling green, indoor heated swimming pool and gym. The award-winning Triple A fitness programme is especially a hit. Families can enjoy greater peace of mind with an extensive rest home, hospital and dementia care ward seamlessly established on site. Developed more than three years ago by renowned provider Ryman Healthcare, the safe and secure 3.5 hectare paradise has set the bar for an ideal retirement lifestyle. What’s more, potential villagers can take advantage of attractive fees, says sales advisor Catherine Booth. “Now is the time to act if people want to move in before Christmas,” says Catherine. “For a stress-free, low-maintenance way of life, drop in and see the community in action.” To take a tour of Bruce McLaren Retirement Village, contact sales advisor Catherine Booth on 09 535 0225 or call into: Bruce McLaren Retirement Village 795 Chapel Rd, Howick www.brucemclarenvillage.co.nz

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roperty Institute of New Zealand chief executive Ashley Church has repeated his call for the Reserve Bank to exempt first home buyers from the Loan-to-value restrictions following news that more than one million Kiwis are now locked out of home ownership which he describes as a crisis. New figures from Statistics New Zealand show that 78 per cent of those currently renting – or 458,000 households - have a net worth of $120,000 or less which means they cannot afford the 20 per cent deposit on the average New Zealand home required under the Reserve Bank rules. The main barrier to first home ownership, he says, isn’t housing affordability or the cost of servicing a mortgage. “It’s the LVR restrictions. That means that a generation of Kiwis can say goodbye to a first home because of an artificial barrier, created by the Reserve Bank, to solve a problem which almost certainly doesn’t exist.” He says the LVR restrictions on first home buyers were originally introduced as a precaution against the possibility of a housing market crash. But almost two years on prices have instead

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kept increasing. “This was entirely predictable,” he says, “and we said so when the LVR rules first came in. Talk of an imminent crash was always nonsense. “Even figures out of Treasury show that the New Zealand market hasn’t had a significant fall in house prices in over 45 years and is unlikely to suddenly have one now.” Mr Church says the LVR restrictions on first home buyers have been a devastating failure and have, instead, ended up creating a ‘perfect storm’ in which property investors have been able to snap up homes that might traditionally have been

bought by Kiwi families. “The situation is now beyond ridiculous and it’s time for this illconceived experiment to end.” Mr Church wants first home buyers exempted from the deposit rules and the power returned to the trading banks to decide whether or not someone constitutes a good credit risk and what deposit, if any, should be required. “That’s the situation that prevailed prior to the imposition of the LVR rules and it worked well for the country for several decades and through several property downturns – so the sky isn’t going to collapse if we do it again.”

Premium gardening brand GARDENA is supporting Choice TV’s popular Get Growing series for the third year running. New Zealand’s favourite garden and outdoor show is returning for its fifth series this spring and GARDENA’s high quality gardening products will be used exclusively throughout the series. The first half hour episode of the 10part series aired last Friday at 9:30pm on Choice TV (Freeview channel 12 and SKY channel 24). Gardening guru Lynda Hallinan and landscaping expert Justin Newcombe return as hosts and, along with the Roadshow team, will travel the country to lend their expertise, answer questions and give tips and practical advice to fellow garden enthusiasts. Hallinan said the show is similar to the beloved ‘Antiques Roadshow’. “But people don’t bring us their antique silver, instead they bring us their rusty roses,” says Hallinan. Along the way the Roadshow team will stop off at garden centres and inspirational gardens such as Hamilton Gardens and the garden of Mt Eden’s

Peter Brady whose Dr Seuss-like garden is sure to wow viewers. During the series the Roadshow team will introduce viewers to the Lambourne family whose bare property will be completely revamped over the course of the series into an amazing family-friendly outdoor living space. Fans of the show also have the chance to win a GARDENA prize pack valued at $1,000 featuring many of the GARDENA products featured on the show, such as the Comfort Wall-Mounted Li-ion Hose Reel, Polo Sprinkler, Comfort Bypass Secateurs, Rose Gatherer, Comfort Bypass Pruning Lopper, Terraline Pointed Spade, Terraline Spading Fork, Classic Multi Sprayer, Classic Spray Wand, combisystem Cultivator, combisystem Bow Rake and the combisystem Wooden Handle. ➤ To enter the draw people simply have to purchase a GARDENA product before October . GARDENA products are available from all major hardware stores and garden centres.

A classic 70s transformation They give her easy access and maximises storage. “It makes working in the kitchen much easier as I don’t have to constantly bend down.”

The first thing to do was pull down the walls. This was arranged by Johanna’s son in law who had previously used Jag for his own kitchen renovation.

There is a spice rack that sits comfortably in one of the drawers.

The transformation is breathtaking. A traditional 70s kitchen has been converted by Jag Kitchens into a modern, open plan space with a panoramic view of Rangitoto Island in the seaside suburb of St Heliers.

Johanna Peters, left, with Jag Kitchens consultant Caroline Charman. Times photos Wayne Martin

The benchtop is an engineered stone - Silestone “Blanco matrix” a lovely neutral light colour makes the kitchen appear more spacious.

Johanna Peters moved back into the spacious two-bedroom apartment which had previously been rented out and is thrilled with the look and feel of the beautiful new kitchen that has been designed by Caroline Charman of Jag Kitchens. The project required a total renovation, completely removing everything from floor to ceiling. It was stripped back to a bare shell and re done from scratch. The end result is practical and functional - a classic design that will never date. A designer with Jag Kitchens for the last 12 years, Caroline has literally redesigned hundreds of kitchens – it is her ability to see how a space can be transformed if walls are removed that gives her clients the confidence to take that next step. Using the 3D design software she was able to explain to

One of Johanna’s wishes was to have an eye level oven and Microwave – the new design has managed to incorporate these.

A range hood is a power pak concealed behind cabinet doors. This is a modern seamless look.

Johanna how the kitchen would look with the wall removed. Johanna also got to see the dynamics of extra bench space, a pullout pantry and bigger drawers. The style makeover features a raised timber countertop in Yaka that fits beautifully with Johanna’s furniture. It is this that ties the kitchen to the remainder of the room. The kitchen cabinetry is a traditional style of thermoformed door in Dezignatek.

One of Johanna’s favourite features is the eye-catching splashback done with mosaic glass tiles. The metallic and iridescent finish of the mosaic tiles adds a luxurious as well as an elegant touch to the kitchen.

“Opening up the kitchen completely has totally transformed the space,” says Caroline who has a keen eye for detail and structural lines. Most of the kitchen cabinets are draws which Johanna loves.

The kitchen beautifully fits Johanna’s lifestyle, is functional and a comfortable place where she enjoys spending time in her beautiful home. Visit www.jagkitchens.co.nz for more information on a wide range of materials and design options or to see more kitchen examples.

Whether you are thinking of a major renovation or simply planning to replace an existing kitchen do contact Jag Kitchens. All designers have years of experience and are happy to discuss your kitchen project free of cost and obligation.

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Fairfield is a family owned Kennel and Cattery in Clevedon. As a small facility, we can give the pet in your family even greater love and attention

Qualified Beauty Therapist and Electrologist Wanted

Full and part time positions available. Please send your CV with covering letter to: Kamilla at abtc2@xtra.co.nz or phone 535 4076

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15 Ben Lomond Crescent Pakuranga Phone 576 8400

Coaches Wanted

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PINKYS PET BOARDING AND GROOMING 4/302 Te Irirangi Dr, Botany South Ph 09 265 2865 Dog and Cat Boarding Dog Grooming Doggy Day Care 24 hours on site care

This part time (0.7 FTE) role includes monthly and ad-hoc invoicing, bank and debtor receipting, debtors ledger maintenance and managing revenue charges within the accounting system. Regular written, phone and verbal customer correspondence is also a function of this position. Occasional travel to other campuses is required.

HOWICK & EASTERN BUSES LTD

We are a medium size transport operator in East Auckland seeking an experienced heavy vehicle Diesel Mechanic and Coach Builder/Panel Beater to join our company.

EXPERIENCED DIESEL MECHANIC

Full technical/trade qualifications Ability to carry out maintenance, servicing, repairs and diagnostics Working mainly in a workshop and onsite work when required Knowledge of auto electrics would be advantageous but not essential A stable career history and good references A full clean licence Good communication skills

Applicants should have a strong background in Accounts functions in large organisations and be experienced in working with an integrated information and accounting system. They will need to display strong data processing skills, intermediate spread sheeting skills, and have a good understanding of customer service requirements. If you are enthusiastic, accurate, efficient, and reliable and enjoy working with a supportive team of colleagues, we look forward to hearing from you. Please note – term time only hours are not available.

COACH BUILDER/PANELBEATER

An understanding of and commitment to the special character of Saint Kentigern is essential.

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Previous experience in coach building of heavy or large vehicle or similar is necessary You will have good MIG/TIG welding skills Have good work ethics, a can-do attitude and a full clean licence Both candidates will be working with a small but dynamic team. We offer competitive hourly rate according to your skills and experience. If you believe you have what it takes to be part of either of these teams please send your CV and cover letter to: recruitment@howbus.co.nz * Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Experienced Forklift Technician

HMS Solutions is a future focused forklift maintenance service and repair company, based in Penrose, central Auckland. HMS Solutions is privately owned and operated company. Our core business operation is providing maintenance service within the forklift industry. We cover electric forklifts, LPG and diesel forklifts of all makes and brands. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a varied and challenging work environment. You must be able to contribute and help drive change in a rapidly growing business. Criteria for applicants: • Electrical or mechanical qualiﬁcation • A level of hydraulic knowledge • Strong communication skills and a preparedness to build relationships with customers • A high level of initiative, a methodical approach to tasks and flexibility in thinking to be a solution based technician • The ability to manage self and respond to situations that arise in any given day and be able to prioritise responses. • To have an awareness and knowledge of the Health and Safety act and be responsible for upholding H&S procedures directly relating to line of employment • Showing resilience and value the power of teamwork and collaboration Applications shut on Wednesday 19 October 2016. Please send digital copy of CV to HMS Solutions Ltd. (info@hmssolutions.co.nz) Include a cover letter stating suitability to the position, names of three referees and a full CV where relevant experience and qualiﬁcations are clearly shown.

DANCE ICS GYMNAST LANGUAGE MUSIC JUDO COMMU ART NITY C LASSES KEYBOARD GUITAR

Continuing Education Term 4 - 2016 Published in both Howick and Pakuranga Times and the Botany and Ormiston Times. With a coverage of 48,576 homes, this feature is an informative insight into what’s available in our area from dance to art classes, from judo to swimming There’s something for everyone. Ph Classifieds 271 8055 or email: classifieds@times.co.nz

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We are looking for a newly registered enthusiastic teacher to join our Christian Community based kindergarten team. If you are keen to work in a Reggio inspired way and are passionate about environmental sustainability we would love to hear from you. Please email your CV and references to: pakbaptkindy@xtra.co.nz

We are a full service emergency animal care hospital available to help in all after hours veterinary situations.

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The Club is looking for: - MAG Competitive Coach/es (Levels 1 to 7) - experience essential - Recreational Coaches (boys and girls) - experience preferred but not necessary If you are mature, reliable, motivated, enjoy working with children and have previous experience as a gymnast/coach or have a sporting background, please send a CV to: enquiries@howickgym.co.nz

Due to an internal promotion we have an immediate vacancy for an Accounts Receivable clerk at our Pakuranga campus.

Applications are invited in writing with a current CV and covering letter, including referee names and contact details. This should be emailed to hr@saintkentigern.com by Tuesday 11 October 2016 and addressed to: Sue Rea, Trust Board Administrator visit www.saintkentigern.com for more information about Saint Kentigern

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We are looking for a Part time Support Worker for our special needs daughter. We see a lot of potential in her, so we require a caring mature woman with a positive attitude. Own car and full drivers licence is preferred. Part-time up to 7 hours per week. Please phone 0210 230 7052

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We are currently seeking experienced Fabricator/Welders to join our business located in East Tamaki. These are full time positions. • Competent in Mig welding and fabrication • Be able to read and follow engineering drawings • Able to work both as part of a team and unsupervised • A strong Health and Safety focus In return we are able to offer a competitive hourly rate plus over time and a good work environment. If you have the necessary skills we require, please apply to urgenteng@clear.net.nz or phone 09 273 9140

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UPHOLSTERY MACHINIST

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We are a successful New Zealand owned and operated furniture manufacturer in Onehunga, Auckland. With our 40 years experience in the industry, we are still growing and looking to expand. We are looking for team members with 3+ years experience in sewing, fabric cutting, and/or upholstery. Candidates must have a positive attitude and an excellent work ethic. In return, we offer: • Stable employment • A motivating bonus scheme • A friendly and supportive team Please call Elke on 021 802 213 or email your CV to: elke@ejconsulting.co.nz

• Traffic management experience; TC or STMS level 1 (desirable) • Confident and assertive • Health & Safety mindset • Physically fit and enjoy the outdoors in all weather conditions • A great communicator • Minimum 40 hours/week

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We require confident & proactive traffic controllers of all movements on our sites. The position is based at Half Moon Bay, Kennedy Point and/ or Wynyard Wharf.

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SITUATIONS VACANT

We require an experienced commerical furniture upholsterer on a full time basis to work in our East Tamaki factory. The successful applicant must have experience in commercial lounge furniture and have the ability to produce large volumes at high quality. Immediate start. Please apply to Peter Shaw INTERIOR RESOURCES LTD Phone 274 8968 Email: peter@irl-nz.co.nz

Traffic Marshals

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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We have vacancies for experienced Specialist Floor Coating / waterproofing applicators with: Brush, roller, trowel application, coving and finishing skills in resin and membrane systems. The successful candidate will • Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience • Be able to work both unsupervised and as part of a team • Be required to undergo pre-employment drug and/or alcohol testing • Be physically fit • Have a good work ethic • Be available to work on weekends • Have a valid driver licence Applicants for this position will be required to have NZ residency or valid work permit. Please email your CV, including references to: shanley@topcoat.co.nz Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Required for friendly 3 GP practice in Central Howick commencing mid January full time, including Saturday mornings. Experience in primary setting with current vacc cert essential. Phone 534 7176 or email manager.pictonst@gmail.com enclosing CV

OFFSET PRINTER PART TIME We require an offset printer with some experience to operate a single colour GTO46 and also a platen. You will need to have experience in numbering and perforating. Any experience in bindery is also an advantage. East Tamaki location. send CV to: info@aadp.co.nz 271 1154

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We have vacancies for experienced painters with Industrial spray painting and sand blasting skills with a minimum of 3 years’ experience. • be able to lead a team and work both unsupervised and as part of a team • be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test • be physically fit with a good work ethic • be available to work weekends and extended hours • have a current drivers licence • have communication skills – orally and written Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Please email your CV, including references, with a covering letter to shanley@topcoat.co.nz.

We are currently looking to employ someone to install joinery/conservatories. We are looking for someone with building experience but are also willing to train someone that is keen to learn. This is a full time position and work is over the Auckland region. You must have good command of English and a current drivers licence. This is a great company to work for and we have been in the business for 35 years. Salary is negotiable on experience. Please email your cv to ali.city@xtra.co.nz

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Sports bites Lawn Bowls Two Howick lawn bowlers have the started the new season by winning the Auckland 2-4-2 mixed pairs competition at the weekend. Bryan Chapman from the Howick Bowling Club paired up with current Auckland representative Linda Ralph for the Auckland Centre event. Ralph, who lives in Howick, used to play for the Pakuranga Bowling Club but is currently playing for Carlton Cornwall. By winning the Auckland Centre event, Ralph and Chapman have qualified for the New Zealand finals in Dunedin in March next year. They will be representing Auckland Centre at the event. This was Ralph’s fifth Auckland title and she was awarded the much coveted “Gold Star”.

School Rugby Three Saint Kentigern College rugby players have been named in the 2016 New Zealand Schools and Barbarian Schools teams. The teams were named on Monday by former All Black and New Zealand Barbarians president, Ron Williams, and New Zealand Secondary Schools Rugby Union chairman, Garry Chronican. Carlos Price has been named at halfback for the New Zealand Schools side and Tevita Mafileo (prop) and Tanielu Bakulich-Tele’a (second-five) have been named in the Barbarian Schools team. The three Saint Kentigern players will take part in a series, to be played in Auckland, in October. The series will involve matches against Fiji Schools and Australia Schools.

Women’s Sevens Pakuranga United Rugby Club are trying to get a women’s sevens team up and running this summer. Premier coach and director of rugby Pita Alatini has secured a couple of coaches to take the team and he will be on hand to overlook and help when required. He said training started on Tuesday and another training session will be held tonight at Bell Park at 6pm. “If we get good numbers then they will play in our club tournament at the end of October.” Alatini, a former All Black, said he has wanted to start a women’s sevens team at the club for a while now. He said if there are enough keen players for the club tournament in October, they would look to take part in the Auckland club competition the following week and then see from there what other competitions are available. “It’s a very exciting project but we will just see our numbers...and then go from there. “If all goes well we will look to continue on to a 15s team or the newly proposed 10-a-side team for a development side.”

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Children offered hands-on learning T

otara Park Pony Club is inviting children who don’t have their own pony to a special school holidays course. The Pony Lovers 101 programme is an introduction to pony ownership and pony management. Renee Leslie, programme co-ordinator says the course is a “fabulous opportunity for children without their own pony to have fun learning hands-on”. It covers horse care, grooming, horse management, safety and an opportunity to ride. Similar courses have been run by the pony club in previous years. Last year’s course was full with more than 30 children attending. With more and more land being used up for urban development, Ms Leslie says there are not many opportunities for kids who love horses. “Totara Park is one of the few pony clubs left that is close to residential developments but still offering grazing and membership opportunities,” she says. The club was originally Howick Pony Club in Bells Road, now Lloyd Elsmore Park. As development took over, the club moved to

Botany before it became built up. The club moved again to Somerville Road on the late Archie Somerville’s farm and merged with Manurewa Pony Club about 15 years ago to become Totara Park Pony Club. It’s now located on Redoubt Road. The club offers membership from youngsters to adults. Also residing on-site is the RDA (Riding for the Disabled) which operates two days a week during the school term. The holiday programme will run for four days with children 11-14 years participating on October 3-4 and children 10 years and under participating on October 5-6. “This is the perfect programme to encourage young children to find out if they really are committed and keen to take on the responsibility of pony ownership,” Ms Leslie says. “By the end of the course they will learn everything they need to know to get started and will have great fun with like-minded kids at the same time. “It’s the perfect course for anyone interested in horses or as

Totara Park riding enthusiasts, from left, Olivia Leslie, Renee Leslie, Theresa McIntosh (on horseback) and Tessa Hawes. Photo supplied

a prerequisite to purchasing a first pony. “Many of the riders at the pony club started by doing a similar course to this one previously offered through NZPCA (New Zealand Pony Club). ➤➤The Totara Park Pony Club introduction to pony ownership

and pony management school holiday course runs at 9.30am3.30pm on October 3-6 at Totara Park Pony Club, 251 Redoubt Road, Manukau. It costs $175. For more information phone Renee Leslie on 020-4052-3227 or email Rles231@aucklanduni. ac.nz.

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Robots were placed in the competition ring and had three minutes to detect and to knock opposing robots out of the arena. Times photo Wayne Martin

Robot revolution The annual interschool robotics competition between Howick College and Pakuranga College took place last week and created quite the buzz. Competition organiser and robotics teacher at Howick College, Francois du Plessis, said since the competition started in 2014, it has grown rapidly in popularity. “It almost seems as if there is a robot revolution underway, with more and more schools offering robotics as part of their coursework and encouraging their students to be innovative and pursue science and engineering. This year, robots were placed in the competition ring and had three minutes to detect and to knock opposing robots out of the arena, without human intervention. “The

robots had to be fully autonomous, deploying sensors and complex algorithms to find the opposing robot, and at the same time staying in the arena by detecting its edge.” This year the winning robot was designed and made by Aiyush Jani from Pakuranga College. On top of the “SumoBot”competition, there was also a “linefollowing” competition for year 11 students. The winning robot was the one that reached the other end of the track in the shortest time. The overall winner of that competition was Reuben Yu from Howick College, followed by Nageesh Sharma from Howick College and then Mikael Coupe from Pakuranga College.

Never Stop Trying The All Blacks are a great inspiration, humble in victory, they never stop improving their game which keeps them way ahead of their opponents.

全黑隊所向披靡無敵是最寂寞。紐西蘭電台體育節目近日其中一個討論得最熱烈的話題是，紐西蘭國家欖球隊太過超班，是否已經令觀看全黑隊比賽變得沉悶。有球迷認為全黑隊連奪兩屆欖球世界盃，近幾場比賽更是以大比數擊敗其他國家隊，全黑隊的比數不再有雙方互有領先，最後以接近比數結束的緊湊局面。有球迷覺得單看全黑隊球員在球場上的優秀表現，大勝對手也能看到津津有味。全黑隊能達到目前的優越成就，是多年來努力成果。全黑隊目標不僅是要擊敗對手，同時令自己成為自己的對手，目的是不斷提高比賽水準。這目標始自前總教練Graham Henry，Steven Hansen在2012年接手成為總教練後，繼往開來，把全黑隊的實力不斷向上推，球場成績也超越以往，至今最突出的成績是成為第一支成功衛冕世界盃的國家隊，並令全黑隊首次在紐西蘭以外國家取得世界盃，同時使到紐西蘭成為唯一三度奪得世界盃的國家。全黑隊在全新賽季的比現再次令人刮目相看。幾星期前在雪梨跟澳洲國家隊比賽，球員的速

度和傳球的準確程度令人吃驚。全黑隊大勝對手，但部分球論人認為不是全黑隊太好，而是澳洲隊表現太差。兩支國家隊在威靈頓舉行第二場比賽，全黑隊再次輕勝對手。全黑隊在隨後的兩場欖球錦標賽中，先後擊敗阿根廷隊和南非隊，在仍有三場比賽下，已提前取得該錦標。全黑隊去年已獲得全球最佳球場的Laureas獎；著名體育作者Michael Brown把這支全黑隊跟歷史上多支最偉大的球場相提並論，包括1990 年代的美國國家籃球隊、幾年前才終結的西班牙國家足球隊，曾長期領導冰上曲棍球的俄羅斯隊和10年前的澳洲板球隊。全黑隊自2009年以來的勝出率高達91%，在93 場比賽中，勝出85場，連續奪得兩屆世界盃。全黑隊近年成功之處，在於勝不驕，他們不僅要擊敗對手，同時不斷提升實力，拉遠跟對手的距離。這種積極態度，放在做人或做事上，也可以提高成功的機會。 (紐轉乾坤楊念）

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eavyweight boxer Joseph Parker will be hoping there is truth in the adage that “the bigger they are, the harder they fall’ when he fights 2.01m giant Alexander Dimitrenko at the Manukau Vodafone Events Centre on Saturday night. It’s a risky bout against a dangerous 34-year-old Ukrainian who has superior height and reach and has lost just two of 40 professional fights, 24 by knockout. But at 24 and with a 20-0 win record, 1.93m Parker is nobody’s patsy and proved that when deservedly beating the talented Carlos Takam in his last fight despite Dimitrenko’s claim that it was a home town decision. That assertion has angered Parker who regards it as disrespectful and is eager to let his fists do the talking when he fronts the Ukrainian on Saturday night. However manager Kevin Barry will be counselling him against being too eager and for him to keep his cool after his charge did have stamina issues against Takam. Like Parker, Dimitrenko is a good mover and has a busy straight left. But he doesn’t have the same speed or lethal left hook-right cross combination Parker has.

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While Dimitrenko’s record is impressive, his second and last loss was to Kubrat Pulev when he was sat on his pants in May 2012, after tiring badly in the latter rounds. Although that final punch didn’t look particularly lethal, it did keep him out of action for 26 months. Since then Dimitrenko’s confidence has been restored with four wins on the trot, three by TKO, and a unanimous points decision. Meanwhile with Tyson Fury claiming mental depression for failing to defend his world crowns against former champ Wladimir Klitschko on October 29, promoters are keen to have a unification fight between Klitschko and IBF titleholder Anthony Joshua as soon as possible. That would be cruel justice for the controversial 28-year-old Tyson who boxed smart to relieve Klitschko of his titles and looked

destined to earn many millions defending his titles. It could also put mandatory challenger Parker’s chances of getting a crack at Joshua’s IBF crown on the backburner. However that is a distraction he doesn’t need when facing Dimitrenko on Saturday night in what should be an intriguing battle. The odds are the Kiwi will get his challenge but it could take longer than he had hoped. Meanwhile Cronulla will be hoping a Sydney crowd will roar them to victory in their NRL final on Saturday against a Melbourne Storm outfit that pipped Canberra 14-12 in last weekend’s semi-final. Moving the ball smartly, the Sharks’ strong running and backing up was impressive in their James Maloney-inspired 32-20 win against the North Queensland Cowboys who looked jaded following their nail-biting semi-final win against Brisbane. The difference in the second clash was once again the class of Storm captain Cameron Smith and clever halfback Cooper Cronk who stayed cool under pressure. Led by Paul Gallen and Andrew Fifita, there is plenty of fire in that Cronulla pack and the grit of

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standoff half Maloney and brilliance of fullback Ben Barba to test the Storm’s mettle. But with Kiwis Jesse Bromwich and Kevin Proctor offering strong support for Smith up front, the

Storm don’t buckle easily and have a wonderful record in playoffs under the astute guidance of passionate coach Craig Bellamy. Ivan Agnew is an award-winning sports writer and author

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