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t’s ok not to know where you belong, says international urban artist and graphic designer of Swiss and Thai heritage. “I am a third culture child and don’t completely belong anywhere. But I always absorb what is around me. It’s important to pay attention wherever you are,” says 34-year old artist Cath Love, who is currently in New Zealand to showcase her works of art at Uxbridge’s Malcolm Smith Gallery as part of the exhibition East-Urban Contemporary Art From Here and Abroad to be hosted from August 27 to September 30. Cath was in the midst of creating an artwork when the Times met up for a chat. Explaining the thought process behind the art work, she says she was inspired by a Hikoi (spiritual walk) where the Maori spiritual guide also known as a `People Weaver’ who bridges the gap between the artists and business, took the artists on a tour of Cockle Bay and Musick Point. “The places are of significance to Maori not only in terms of spirituality but also for trade as there was a lot of harvesting done there earlier.” Having lived in Hong Kong which is a huge hub for trade and universal communication, she says that the topic of trade is of great interest to her.

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“I want my cultural conditioning to shine through my art. The physical intelligence of what comes through is a natural reflection of what I have grown up with.” Having spent the day before conducting a workshop on spray paint art with the students at Edgewater College, the contemporary Hong Kong-based artist was also invited to judge an art competition at Macleans College. “We had fun working on the methods of applying paint ...and not to apply spray paint for malicious reason or attention. Though there is an illicit element to graffiti, it is a contemporary way of creative expression which appeals to me,” says the artist, whose work is greatly influenced by hip hop culture as well as Asian and Japanese-style cartoons. Apart from working on logo/identity design, floor graphics and being commissioned to do personal works of art, Cath’s client list includes names like H&M, Nike, Selfridges, Jimmy Choo, Island Records and Lane Crawford and Kangol. She has even created her own cartoon character Jeliboo. That was four years ago. “Jeliboo is fun and very visually expressive. I enjoy painting a weird female body because it’s liberating,” says the artist, who possesses a

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environment and intensification – and while candidates differed in views, they all seemed to agree that east Auckland needs work. Transport was rated the top concern for the area in a live audience poll with each candidate promising to make a difference. Montgomery said she’d like to see cycling be more popular while Light reaffirmed his support for the Eastern Busway – but disagreed with the planned Reeves Rd flyover. Donald said the new bus network had made it easier to catch a connecting bus to and from the Half Moon Bay ferry

but hoped to one day see a wharf built at Howick Beach to increase accessibility to the city and also voiced his support for a link to the airport. By the end of the night it seemed to be a near even split on if the debate had convinced anyone to change their vote - but the race isn’t over yet. There’ll be another chance to meet the candidates – hopefully all six of them – at East City Wesleyan Church on Tuesday 28 August at 7.30pm. ➤➤Postal votes are in the process of being sent out. Results will be declared on September 13.

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Transport, congestion and rates were the top issues raised at the Howick Youth Council by-election debate on Tuesday night. Held at Uxbridge Arts & Culture, the event attracted a decent turnout – from the audience at least. Disappointingly, only three candidates were able to make it to the event. Damian Light, Olivia Montgomery and Jim Donald showed up campaigning in full force, while apologies were sent from Jessica Collings, who is currently working as a camp counsellor

in the United States, Phil Taylor who had an important family engagement and Paul Young who also had prior commitments. The debate felt like a breath of fresh air. While all three candidates have previously stood for local council in some form, the fresh approach from Howick Youth Council in livestreaming the event, and getting the audience – and candidates - to actively use their mobile phones for the interactive live polling made me sit up and pay attention. Issues discussed included transport, rates, youth engagement, mental health,

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Pop art comes alive ■■By Farida Master

t’s `Not just another pretty face’. That’s the series of mosaic pop art, American artist Danielle Fernandez is currently working on. Interpreting the works of internationally known pop artists (like French comic book artist, painter illustrator Walter Minus, Canadian visual artist Jeff Lyons and an American artist known for his whimsical and fun portraiture, Tom Fedro) in mosaic three-dimensional sculptures at her home studio in Maraetai— Danielle’s working space is filled with a variety of canvases- pots, old windows, lamps and picture frames. The artist takes fragmented pieces of tiles and makes them into stunning artworks. Jagged pieces of glass are magically transformed into eyecatching art, while huge ceramic and cement pots come live with pop art tile/glass combination. The pots are fully weathered and can be placed indoors or outdoors. “The bold lines in pop art lend itself well to create three-dimensional mosaic,” says Danielle. “I have asked for permission from all the well-known artists and have got it.” Finding a synergy between creativity, colour, texture and design, she says, “It’s like creating your own puzzle as you decide on the image. More than putting the

Bold lines in pop art lend itself well to create three-dimensional mosaic sculptures, says pop artist Danielle Fernandez.

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mosaic on the walls, I wanted to put life into it (a plant).” She says the first time she took her work of art to a fancy shop on Madison Avenue, New York, she couldn’t believe her eyes when the lady at the store put her mosaic plates in the front window. “I almost cried,” she says. It wasn’t long after that a property developer who wanted to start an art gallery on the Main

Road in Richmond, Virginia interviewed a couple of artists and, as luck would have it, Danielle was selected as one of the artists who got to run her own gallery, Mainly Mosaics. The gallery opened doors to a world of creative expression. “It was a crazy time as people started asking me to do their dining room tables, fire place resurfacing, floors, kitchen splash backs, windows, doors and lamp posts. It was more work than we could handle,” she reminisces. Danielle, who has authored ‘Brilliant Stained Glass Mosaics’, a book that illustrates simple mosaic techniques to create stunning designs for both home and garden decor, moved to New Zealand nine years ago. While it took her a while to settle down in a new country, she is back to pursuing her passion which is being well noticed. Her work will be soon exhibited at the Art Matakana Gallery in September. Danielle is keen to share her art. “I have taught hundreds of people in the States and would love to start classes and teach people how to create something beautiful for their homes with ceramic, tiles or stained glass here at my newly-built studio Mainly Mosaic Maraetai,” she says. “I also hope to have an open gallery outside my home some day.” ➤➤email:Danielle@ mainlymosaicsmaraetai.com

Woman flushed with cash after winning $1m A quick trip to the loo left a local woman an instant millionaire after discovering the Lotto ticket she had been carrying in her wallet for three weeks had scooped $1 million with Lotto First Division. The woman, who wishes to remain anonymous, bought her winning ticket while she was out running some errands – then put the ticket in her wallet and promptly forgot about it. Three weeks went by, and the winner was on her afternoon work break when she popped by the mall to go to the bathroom when she spotted a Lotto shop and remembered she had a Lotto ticket tucked in her wallet. “As I headed to the loo, I remembered I had a ticket to check. I’d completely forgotten about it until then, but figured I might as well check it since I was in the area – who knows how long I would have left it otherwise,” laughed the winner. Unbeknownst to the winner, the little yellow piece of paper she had been carrying around for three weeks was worth $1m. “The lady at the Lotto counter checked my ticket and told me how much I had won – I just didn’t believe her. She offered me a chair to sit down in and let the news sink in, but I just kept thinking how I needed to get back to work,” the winner laughed. Now a millionaire, the woman had to keep a straight face as she headed back to work with her exciting news on her mind. “I managed to finish the rest of my day at work without spilling the beans to anyone. But as soon as I got home I told the kids and called my parents to

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let them know the good news – they were so excited, we’re all absolutely thrilled,” said the woman. As for why it took the woman so long to check her ticket and claim her prize, it was all down to blissful ignorance. “I didn’t know that a winning ticket had been sold at Paper Plus Howick, let alone that it was an unclaimed $1 million ticket. Everything happened by absolute chance – from the moment I bought the ticket, right through to when I checked it. I feel very lucky,” the winner said. With the winnings now safely in her bank account, the winner is still letting her win sink in and is taking her time deciding how she might spend her windfall. “I’m looking forward to helping my children out and buying a new car,” said the woman. “Winning Lotto is so surreal, you’re constantly pinching yourself. You never think it’ll happen to you…until it does.” The winning Lotto ticket was sold at Paper Plus in Howick for the July 18 draw.

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hree wartime vehicles will be centre stage at the upcoming Blokes and Cars Father’s Day event, organised by East City Wesleyan Church minister Reverend Dr Richard Waugh and held in Botany. This year’s headline attraction is Northpark resident Michael Chong and his World War II vehicle collection. He’ll be exhibiting three vehicles at the show – a 1944 BMW R75 motorbike, a 1942 Volkswagen Kubelwagen and a scale replica of an Auto Union reconnaissance armoured car, dated 1939-1944. They’re a pride and joy for Mr Chong, whose interest in history sparked the collection. “I have always been interested in history, especially World War II and the German army – [the] Germans had very forwardthinking engineering.” Each vehicle has its own unique point of difference, but Mr Chong finds himself coming back to the Kubelwagen. “As a child I built models of

Michael Chong’s scale replica of an Auto Union reconnaissance armoured car, dated 1939-1944. Photo supplied

Kubelwagen, so it gives me so much enjoyment to be able to drive one now. As she is road registered, I enjoy taking her for a spin to the waterfront, over the Harbour Bridge and even just locally. “It’s great to be able to keep history alive in this way.” That interest is mirrored in the community – the Kubelwagen is a guaranteed crowd favourite at any exhibition. When exhibited at the Brit & Euro car show earlier this year, Mr Chong says he spent “all day” talking to people from all walks

of life about the Kubelwagen and BMW bike. “What’s most rewarding for me is when a World War II veteran comes along and chats with me. “It’s fascinating to listen to their memories and war experiences. They’re usually very surprised to see these vehicles in New Zealand and in such a wellrestored condition.” Dr Waugh says the community event is always well attended. “With our blokey theme of cars, motorcycles, engines and other displays, everyone is welcome on a special day for dads. “The New Zealand Police will be represented with a car and officer to talk to the public and Michael Chong’s amazing collection will be especially appealing.” He says owners of classic cars and bikes are very welcome to come along and display – but it is helpful if they arrive before 9am. ➤➤The Blokes and Cars Father’s Day event will be on Sunday September 2, 9am12pm at 219 Burswood Dr (off Ti Rakau Dr). A creative Father’s Day service will also be held from 10am-10:45am.

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Green vegetables, sherry and lots of exercise are the key to a long life, says one local centenarian. Mrs Wynn Farrell, who turns 100 next month, says keeping active is crucial to reaching the big milestone. And don’t forget the all important posture. “Head up, shoulders back, don’t slouch,” she instructs me as I try my best to correct my form. The long-time Howick local moved to New Zealand from England in 1947 with her husband and initially settled in Northcote – but it wasn’t long before she fell in love with Howick. She recounts the story of one day being invited to visit a friend in Howick and, as she rounded that famous corner from Ridge Road onto Picton Street, she fell in love with the breathtaking view that locals know and love. “That’s it...that’s where I want to

live,” she decided. And so they packed up and moved across town. Mrs Farrell, alongside her husband, ran the Auckland Star evening news delivery in Howick for a number of years where she was responsible for managing the accounts and young delivery boys. She also earned her keep while saving for a house by housekeeping for the former Mayoress of Howick, wife of Sir William Stevenson. But through it all, she never stopped being active. “Walking is essential. It keeps you going.” She fondly recalls saving for a tandem bicycle with her husband – of which she sometimes used to have to get off and walk while her husband cycled up the big hills. They then saved enough for a motorbike and then a car before buying a campervan which they used to travel around in week-

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art of a contingent of teachers from Somerville Intermediate School were among the hundreds of local teachers who took part in the protest march along Queen Street on Wednesday last week. Vanessa Hancock and Nicola Wilson, from Somerville Intermediate, said: “The support shown to teachers from our communities was very strong before, during and after the strike. “Approximately half of our classes may come from English second language speaking backgrounds, with at least one student with very special needs requiring one-to-one teaching and learning assistance. “This is often not forthcoming and

parents have had to battle it out with the help of the school, through the mountains of paperwork to see if their child qualifies for the very limited funding.” Ms Wilson said: “By the time it goes through the system everyone involved with the education of these wonderful children are perplexed, stressed and angry that it takes so long – especially the parents who devote many hours fighting for their children’s rights to a good and free education.” As many as 10,000 teachers, children and parents marched up from Queen St to Aotea Square in the first strike by primary teachers for 24 years.

Making a stand - left to right, Nicola Wilson, Vanessa Hancock and Nora Harrison from Somerville Intermediate School. Times photos Wayne Martin.

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Doodlebugs and a long-lost mate He was a kid in WWII, became a member of the SAS in 1959 and ended up spending the last half century in Howick. The Times takes a trip down memory lane with John Jones, now a prolific writer and very much a part of the community. ■■By Nick Krause

s a youngster, John Jones was used to picking his way through the bombed-out rubble of his London neighbourhood. “This devastated area become our playground,” he said. When the German night-time bombings – the Blitz - started in London in 1940 early on in World War II, Jones was 7. In 1943 he recalls holding the lifeless body of his friend George May, 12, in a Battersea street. Young George had found a live grenade. Jones reckons the unexploded ordinance was accidentally dropped during army training exercises. It was four months before Jones’ 10th birthday but so many years on, the image remains etched in his sub-conscious. A long-time Howick resident now, he turns 85 next month and shows no signs of easing up at all. A self-declared active relaxer, John’s enthusiasm spills over to all things. Even now he is thinking of a trip overseas, and a project in the home’s mature gardens. The former British special forces soldier, builder and surveyor and all-round sportsman looked for something to keep him occupied in retirement. “In February 1996 I was encouraged by my wife (Maureen) to attend a six week beginners’ writing course

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at the Uxbridge Centre. “This was immediately followed by a small social group of like-mined wannabes. From there, by following the guidelines laid down by our tutor, over the next 19 years my stories seem to take on a life of their own.” As well as this latest work of fiction, Jones has churned out other work including a sizeable autobiography and a smaller personal history – tens of thousands of words.

“I can honestly say the Uxbridge writers course has been a great influence in my development.” Too young to enlist during WWII, and excluding his wartime experiences as a young boy during the Blitz on London, he has not served in any campaign but still became a soldier. He undertook compulsory National Service in the British armed forces during the early 1950s which required a commitment of two years in the regular army which he completed in November 1953. This was followed by three years and six months compulsory service in the Territorial Army. “In 1959 (at 26) I volunteered for service with the 21st Special Air Service (Artist Rifles) TA where, following my successful completion of their selection course, I eventually attained the rank of Sergeant,” he said. “During this same period I was gainfully employed as a Clerk of Works and Property Surveyor before emigrating with my wife and twoyear-old son to New Zealand in August 1967. “When I arrived in New Zealand 51 years ago, Howick was just a small village with a fire station at one end and a small petrol garage at the other. “With the exception of the Prospect Hotel, there was not another restaurant in sight.” Howick appealed in many ways to

the family as it reminded him of similar small townships in rural England. “So against the advice of office colleagues who said it was too far from Auckland, I purchased a large section in Selwyn Road.” A complete set of house plans were designed and drawn by Jones on their kitchen table in Panmure. Jones had the skills and determination. He had worked as a draughtsman for NZ Forest Products and Fletcher Construction, and eventually Pinex Fixing Service as contracts/area manager for its central Auckland division until his retirement some 20 years later. To meet the locals, he was encouraged to join Howick Round Table where he became an active member. “During those early years I also had the pleasure of coaching youngsters at Howick Fencible Soccer Club, the privilege of a long involvement with the Masonic Lodge and continuing membership of Howick Returned Services that includes both UK and NZSAS Associations,” said Jones. His current sporting activities include full membership of Howick Bowling Club and, until recently, karate and golf. He is one of the founding members of Whitford Park Golf Course (around 1972). In the armed forces he was heavily into boxing and football with the Royal Engineers. There is also time these days for Howick Probus.

But all these years later, sometimes his mind will drift to more cruel times, times and descriptions which family and friends insisted ought to go in unadulterated. “They said to put it all in because that’s what happened. You’ve written as you saw it as a youngster.” Because the family lived near main line – Waterloo/Clapham Junction – they were obvious targets for German bombers. The bombs sought out not just the rail lines, but the munition factor and train turn tables. They lost their first house there. It was reduced to a shell and only the scullery remained. They often slept in their 9x6 bomb shelter before moving to another home. “Another vivid and terrifying memory is witnessing the German V1 flying bomb- called Doodlebugs – up fairly close,” he said. He and a mate were heading back from the cinema in 1944 and bore witness to unforgettable stuttering of a Doodlebug. They took cover in Battersby Dogs Home where they felt this monstrosity rocket past. “The things that I remember are still very fresh – it’s as if I am right there. “It’s still very disturbing... it’s like looking at a picture ... I’m reliving it.” ➤➤John’s book “Two over Easy” is available at Poppies book shop on Picton Street or email jfmjones@xtra.co.nz.

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➤ Community notices Botany Library

Interactive session of stories, songs, rhymes and all things nice. Storytime encourages children to develop a love of stories read aloud by librarians with music, singing and dance! Ideal for children aged 2-5 years; although all pre-schooler children and whanau are welcome. Mondays 10.30am-11am (school term only).

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Forgive to Live is a 6-week course where you’ll learn practical strategies. Held in the Seminar Room, East Auckland SDA Church, commencing September 22. Email Christine, events@ eacsda.co.nz, or visit www.eacsda.co.nz to register your interest. No charge.

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Green Gables Art Gallery, Hawthornden Reserve, 66 Cook St, Howick will feature a “Group of Friends” Exhibition from Friday 7th to Sunday 30th September. Sales help to support the South Auckland Totara Hospice. Entry free and all welcome. Gallery hours: Fri/Sat/Sun 10am to 3pm. Phone Beryl 534- 5448.

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Feeling alone and frustrated by your teenager’s behaviour? Our friendly group of parents will offer confidential support to get you through the tough times. Next meeting 7.30pm, Highland Park Community House, September 12. Visit www.facebook. com/tlhowick.

East Auckland Aglow Pakuranga Tuesday August 28, 10am follow- SeniorNet ed by a shared lunch. Speaker: Jeanette Ward (National Aglow Leader), Glenhouse, 6 Glenside Ave, Pakuranga Heights. Phone Carol Rigby, 027-2902365.

Lil Lanterns

Lil’ Lanterns takes stories and turns them into a weekly adventure for kids 3-5 years olds. These sessions at Uxbridge Arts and Culture combine theatre, fitness, and often puppetry into one engaging program that nurtures the imaginations and creativity of children Thursday, August 16 and 30, 10.30am, $10.

Our next monthly meeting is on Friday, September 7, 10am, St Andrew’s Church, corner Ridge Rd and Vincent St, Howick. The speaker is Terri Marchant from the Tamaki Estuary Protection Society. She will discuss the work done recently on the waterway and the wildlife on the river. Visitors are welcome.

Probus meeting

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High tea fundraiser

Sowers Trust provides youth mentoring and social services to children, youth and their families. There is a high tea fundraiser for Saturday, September 8 with a vintage theme beginning at 2.30pm, $40 a ticket. Apot prizes, raffles and entry includes a glass of bubbles. The Picton Centre, 120 Picton St. Contact 538-0050 or events@hcc.co.nz

Howick RSA Women’s Section Meeting on Friday, August 31 at 10am at the club - 25 Wellington Street. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere, the entertainment and a cuppa. Bring your money for the trading table and donations of fresh food would be appreciated. Will include 2018 AGM. Phone Bev Smith 534-9285.

A night of great laughter Finishing off a month of full house shows at Uxbridge is the Comedy Night-Live at Uxbridge on Saturday, August 24 at 8pm. The ladies are taking over for one night of laughter and headlining the night is Justine Smith bringing her expressive performance that will take the audience on a journey, while never far from a punch line or a subtle gag using the raise of an eyebrow. There’s not a lot that gets past this Christchurch girl made good, now residing in West Auckland. If you were to try and define Justine as a lover or a fighter, you’d have to say both. She is capable of tearing strips off people on stage, and then buying them a drink after the show. Justine previously won the Billy T Award in 2003 and the NZ Comedy Guild Best Female Comedian in 2008. A popular Comedy Festival performer, her solo shows: The Justine Smith Hour, Return of the Jussi and Jussi Town have garnered critical acclaim. Justine has also written two live shows with Irene Pink, I’m Sorry I Said That and The Pitch. The latter was the recipient of the NZ Comedy Trust’s Creative Comedy Initiative grant. Justine has been performing around New Zealand “for blimmin’ ages” and she says she is ready to take Uxbridge by storm. Joining Justine on stage are special guests Savanna Calton, Lauren Mabbett and holding this crazy group of nutters together is Melanie Bracewell MC. Get in quick before they are all gone!

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Youngsters ready to rock Young and talented rockers are ready to take the stage in towns from Auckland to Dunedin – a record 215 young school bands are lined up for this year’s Rockshop Bandquest, the nationwide music contest for intermediate and primary students. St Kentigern College, Somerville Intermediate, Bucklands Beach Intermediate and Farm Cover Intermediate are all set to perform this Saturday at Auckland Girls Grammar School. Bandquest is in its eighth year as the younger sibling of Smokefreerockquest, and with a record 59 entries in Auckland there will be four events held over August 23 - 25. Founder and director Glenn Common says Rock-

shop Bandquest is a vehicle to develop young talent, with 15 live events this year, as well as an online contest for bands from outlying regions. ➤➤Rockshop Bandquest Auckland is on August 23, 24 and 25 (two sessions), at the Dorothy Winstone Centre, 7pm (Sunday 25 start time 9am and 7pm), $10 at the door. ➤➤Local bands are playing on Saturday August 25: 9am: Dexterous, St Kentigern College; 7pm: Electrified Acoustics, Somerville Intermediate; Lit Tweenagers, Bucklands Beach Intermediate; AB/CD Somerville Intermediate; Bag of Chips Farm Cove Intermediate

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ot many are aware that synthetic fleeces aren’t breathable and can increase the baby’s risk of overheating in their sleep. Polar fleece and mink are not recommended for newborns, says Leone Dunne from the Rotary Club of Somerville. “Instead natural breathable fabrics like merino, muslin and cotton are highly recommended by birthing centres,” she says. It’s one of the reasons why the Rotary Club of Somerville recently donated swaddling merino wraps and baby wear to young mothers at three birthing centres includ-

ing the Botany Birthing Centre. There were lot of smiles as some vulnerable, first-time mothers were really grateful for the gifts. Mrs Dunne, who visited the birthing centres, says that some of the proceeds from the well supported Women in Rotary High Tea event organised earlier in the year by the service club has gone towards different women’s charities. “It was well worth the effort,” she says. “We also made sure that we bought New Zealand-made Merino baby wraps so that we could promote local businesses.”

Top: Rotarian Leone Dunne with midwives at Botany Birthing Centre. Bottom: Rotary Club of Somerville donates merino wraps for newborns to three birthing centres. Photo supplied.

Funding for ethnic communities Minister for Ethnic Communities Jenny Salesa, has announced the opening of the 2018 funding round for the Ethnic Communities Development Fund (ECDF). ECDF provides $520,000 annually to support the development of strong, inclusive and resilient ethnic communities throughout New Zealand. “This fund contributes to improving social cohesion by supporting the development of established and emerging ethnic communities, now numberKC13452

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cultural backgrounds have a genuine sense of belonging in New Zealand, and are able to participate fully in our society. “This year, I’d especially like to encourage applications that aim to increase the leadership and governance skills of ethnic community members.” The closing date for funding applications is September 26. ➤➤Visit www. ethniccommunities.govt.nz/ story/ethnic-communitiesdevelopment-fund or call 0800 824 824.

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SITUATIONS VACANT

ACTIVITIES ASSISTANT

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TimberLab Solutions are the industry leader in custom timber laminating (Glulam) throughout Australasia, with a strong reputation for delivering quality / innovative engineered timber solutions to a variety of projects. We are looking to recruit new staff to join our production team. The roles will include various tasks throughout our manufacturing operation.

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Howick College seeks to appoint a Community Development Director, a newly established position within the Senior Leadership Team. The director will be responsible for: • Leading the development of the Howick College Community Development operation • Establishing strategic, long-term partnerships with stakeholders, local organisations and prospective funding partners • Increasing levels of engagement with the college alumni • Raising awareness of the Howick College, culture, community and heritage The successful applicant will have proven leadership in organisational and/or community development; a proven track record of relationship management and staff management; a thorough understanding of the importance of key organisational, administrative and communication systems; the ability to work independently while integrating a new operation into an existing structure. An application pack is available from: The Executive Secretary, Kathy Heaton-Brown Kathy.Heaton-Brown@howick.school.nz Applications close at 4pm on Friday 31 August 2018. Please submit a current CV and cover letter.

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We require a bright and cheerful person to work as an Activities Assistant in our 45 bed rest home. With your co-worker you will be responsible for managing the busy recreational programme for our mature residents. An ability to initiate participation in the programme is desirable and previous experience preferable but not essential. Applicants would need a current driver’s licence, be able to drive a manual vehicle and be able to work through the school holidays. The hours of work are: Monday 9.00am-1.00pm Tuesday 9.30am-1.00pm Wednesday 9.30am-1.00pm Thursday 9.30am-1.00pm Friday 10.00am-1.00pm Some flexibility would be helpful to the role. Please forward your CV to sue@gulfviews.co.nz or post to Sue Milton, 22 Selwyn Road, Howick 2014. Applications close August 31, 2018.

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Koanga Spring Festival

EDUCATION

Day care help mind the kids

Farm Cove Intermediate School is proud to be hosting the upcoming Koanga Spring Festival on Friday, August 31. This celebration of local schools’ kapa haka groups has run for 27 years and this year there are 27 schools involved. There will be over a thousand performers and visitors on the day as the whole community gets involved. Feel free to drop in from 12 pm to watch performances in the school gym and hall. Koha received goes back into the community through supporting Owairoa “Garden of Memories” and Matariki Marae.

nlike many parents who had to take the day off on Wednesday when primary teacher’s went on strike, Howick College set up a ‘day care’ for kids of staff members, to make it easier for them to work around their children’s school closure last week. Organised by Bennie Spence, an Early Childhood Education teacher at Howick College and run by Year 12 and 13 ECE students, children were kept busy doing art followed by a treasure hunt, outdoor activities and games whilst their school teachers were out protesting at the teacher’s rally along Queen Street to Aotea Square. The five to 12-years-olds finished the day with a movie.

Howick College kept children of staff members’ occupied with a range of activities on the day their school teachers were protesting. Photo supplied.

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t took a magnificent performance by Brodie Retallick to beat Waisake Naholo for man of the match honours in the All Blacks 38-13 Rugby Champinship trouncing of the Wallabies in Sydney on Saturday night. Retallick, so powerful in lineout, scrum. tackle and attack, is New Zealand’s modern day Colin Meads whose locking combination with newly crowned test centurian Sam Whitelock is second to none. They are a major reason for the All Blacks 90 per cent success rate under coach Steve Hansen which includes back to back World Cup triumphs in 2011 and 2015. However Australia were worthy opponents when leading 6-5 at haltime after each team negated the other’s flakey attack with strong tackling causing too many fumbles. But the pressure told early in the second half when New Zealand set piece dominance led to some brilliant back play by flying wing Naholo. first-five Beauden Barrett, fullback/ wing Ben Smith and rookie two-test centre Jack Goodhue. Add to that halfback Aaron Smith’s slick service and Anton LienertBrown’s composure after coming on early to replace a concussed Ryan Crotty and the attack found too many cracks in what previously had been a solid Australian defence. Not for the first time did Barrett

Brodie Retallick had an outstanding game against the Wallabies on Saturday.

score an opportunistic try when he expertly dribbed the oval ball with foot and knee for 40m to score his try. He also assisted in a couple more, including Naholo’s last with a beautifully placed cross-kick and made some try-saving tackles on cover defence. It was a pleasing return for a player who, along with equally versatile Damian McKenzie, had played second fiddle to Richie Mo’unga in the

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Sam Cane negated the twin threat of David Pocock and Michael Hooper. Despite the loss of the unfortunate Crotty and hamstrung Rieko Ioane, New Zealand are not lacking talent to cover their absence. Lienert-Brown did a fine job when he came on and combined nicely with the admirable Mayhew while juggernaut Ngani Laumape deserves a recall. Australia will be eager to makes

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amends at All Blacls fortress Eden Park this Satuday night. Bu t when it comes to union, as opposed to league, Matilda waltzes with a prounced limp. Sadly it was the Warriors who were limping after Lachlan Lewis’s long range field goal snatched a 27-26 home victory for bottom of the NRL Canterbury Bulldogs against the Warriors. That leaves them clinging to the final playoff eighth spot with games against Penrith and Canberra to come. Playmaker Blake Green and centre Gerald Beale are in doubt for Friday’s clash against the Panthers after receiving a calf injury and hamstring strain respectively. The Warriors were too lateral in their half-hearted attack against the Bulldogs despite the best efforts of Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Simon Mannering and double try-scorer David Fusitu’a. Surprisingly there were far too few breaks at dummy half from gutsy hooker Isaac Luke who may also have carried an injury. ➤➤Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer and author

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n 2015, nine boys started their league journey as first year under 6s at Pakuranga Rugby League Club. “When I first met these boys, a lot of them were shy, and most would spend half of training cuddling mum or dad,” says Tula Pauli. “As a coach/parent I knew these things take time, support and encouragement. I knew these boys had talent, I just had to get them to believe in themselves and each other.” Then came 2016 when they formed their team name the Pakuranga Warriors playing in the under 6 grade. The boys grew in confidence and finished the 2016 season undefeated. “In 2017 we were now in the under 7s grade, still with the same nine boys,” says Pauli. “These nine boys stepped up another gear, also growing more confident, as well as their skill level, finishing the 2017 season also undefeated.” The 2018 season has now come to an end, and these same nine boys have done it again. Now in the under 8s grade, these boys have finished 2018 on a high going undefeated once again.

Results from Thursday, August 16.

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Year 4: 1st – (Girls) Eleanor Young, Bucklands Beach Primary; (Boys) Jack Kotze, Elim; 2nd – Rachel Wagner, Elim; Zac Calland, Bucklands Beach Primary; 3rd – Lucia Gunson, Bucklands Beach Primary; Helgard Gnoenewald, Elim. Year 5: 1st – Aimee Gao, Bucklands Beach Primary; Samuel Rickerby, Elim; 2nd – Nevaeh Naeff, Elim; Ryan Billings, Bucklands Beach Primary; 3rd – Tina Chen, Mission Heights; Mehtab Gill, Bucklands Beach Primary. Year 6: 1st – Jessica Hinrichsen, Howick Primary; Caleb Wagener, Elim; 2nd – Mikaela Bangalan, St Marks; Jackson Steele, Bucklands Beach Primary; 3rd – Ava Neems, St Marks; Nathan Strachan, Howick Primary.

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Included in the season were three games in the under 9s gala in Otara, winning all three. “That’s three years undefeated now for these nine boys,” Pauli says.

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