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Designed to suit your lifestyle and budget, find out why so many Kiwis find comfort in a Latitude home.

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BUILDING AWARD WINNING HOMES IS WHAT WE LOVE AND WHAT WE DO BEST Navigation Homes is very proud of winning another three awards at this year’s Registered Master Builder Awards. These awards show just how much thought goes into each home we build from both a design and functionality point of view.

We are not just experts when it comes to building a specific style of home, we are experts at building homes in ALL styles, for all lifestyles. There’s something for everyone at Navigation Homes.

Managing director, Nathan Hall

says the award wins are a great acknowledgement for the entire Navigation Homes team and its ongoing commitment to building homes clients love to live in!

It’s been our biggest year in the company’s 15-year history, and we are thrilled to be recognised again as an award-winning builder.

WHAT MAKES US STAND OUT FROM THE OTHERS? We offer a 10-year Registered Master Build Guarantee so, rest

assured, your biggest asset is in the best hands. We also offer a 365-day maintenance period from the day you move in and a 50-year structural warranty so you can build with confidence and peace of mind that your home will stand the test of time.

At Navigation Homes our beautiful homes are designed to celebrate you. This is why we continually strive to create innovative, awardwinning houses which help you make the most of your home and the life you live.

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When looking at our new home build, getting the right builder was key to us, ensuring a beautiful home was top priority. With this in mind Navigation Homes stood head and shoulders above other builders.

They achieved this through excellent feedback at each stage of the build, a high level of flexibility as to client wishes and total collaboration with design suggestions and improvements. Their recent Master Builders House of the Year Awards not only come from well trained and resourced people, but with the added flexibility to improve on any detail necessary. I recommend Navigation Homes to anyone who wants a high quality build with complete customer satisfaction.

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ion Homes construction Navigation takes GOLD again! Navigat rations manager, Alistair Smith director, Ryan Keegan with Altus ope

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Building the future

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elcome to the 2021/22 issue of Design & Build Franklin, an annual publication which includes a wide range of building and landscape advice, ongoing infrastructure in the area, new home opportunities and general growth throughout Franklin and neighbouring southern areas.

Intended to give newcomers to the region, local residents and anyone interested in settling within Franklin (south of Auckland), a complete picture of its unique communities, from town living to off-the-grid rural locations, Design & Build is an informative and instant guide to the district as it is now and as it is developing.

An area which is growing rapidly, there are many new housing developments underway and more on the horizon as well as extensive infrastructure plans to deal with the growing population. In particular, precincts around Drury have been identified for massive development in the next five to 10 years. Industry, commerce, a hospital and a new town centre, as well as housing estates, are in that mix.

For anyone thinking of buying or selling locally, Design & Build Franklin provides a wealth of information on how the future will look.

Although more intense housing is forecast for the

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region, many people also look to Franklin for smaller lifestyle blocks and there is much to recommend within the wider area yet within reach of excellent public amenities and just a stone’s throw from the motorway and State Highway 1.

While weekend country life is tempting many city folk to buy lifestyle properties, for some families, the appeal lies in the vibrant, rural township of Pukekohe with its excellent schools and shopping or the historic charm of Waiuku. Others are enticed by the prospect of new communities such as Paerata Rise, Auranga and upcoming estates at Patamahoe and central Pukekohe.

Whilst steering readers towards professionals and companies, which know and work within the local area, and which have a keen knowledge of local requirements and services, Design & Build Franklin also showcases all the region has to offer and the exciting future it is facing.

In addition, there is ample information on dressing both interiors and exteriors to encourage owners of new and existing homes to live beautifully.

There may have been a time when ‘all roads led to Rome’ but it seems, these days, the road to Franklin is the one many people prefer to take.

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Home and garden events Buying property? Balance caution with speed

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New Ramarama subdivision progresses

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Record $7.3 billion Auckland Transport Investment

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Papakura stream – cleanup efforts up and running

Bledisloe Park – lights, drainage... action!

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The upside of downsizing

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New south Auckland health park revealed

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Fast track to Papakura... by 2024

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City Rail Link: Great Dame digs – and Phil’s in!

Home & Garden by the book

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Historic station a museum attraction

Pukekohe wastewater treatment plant doubles in size

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Motorway widening drives forward

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Out of Europe

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Mill Road project shoved aside

How many bathrooms?

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Roundabout swings ahead

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Get smart!

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Drury cycleway – local backing, back on bikes

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Drury wetland’s ‘eeling’ power

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Making the most of small yards

Slower roads accelerated Safer roads for Franklin district

Home makeovers on a budget

Fresh kitchen trends Space saving ideas for small bedrooms

Planning for a child-safe garden

COVERSHOT This magnificent, spacious, fourbedroom house is all about flow.

The sleek open-plan kitchen and dining room spill effortlessly into the living area which steps out to the swimming pool, spa, decking and covered outdoor entertaining area. On the ground floor you’ll also find a guest bedroom and a large office and in terms of storage, the owners are spoilt – triplecar garaging provides plenty of room for vehicles, toys, tools and anything needing secure, covered space.

Upstairs, discover two generous bedrooms while across a ‘bridge’, the grand master

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Building Guarantees bedroom features walk-in wardrobe and en suite. A true sanctuary offering a tranquil place to relax and take in views of the nearby lake, rural surrounds and swimming pool, this 334sqm home is all about ease of living exemplified by luxurious style.

Explore online Scan the QR code or visit signature.co.nz/franklinhomes

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Mitre 10 MEGA – BIG ON SERVICE

Great homes start with a great idea. Combine that with some expert advice, a little hard work and you can bring your home and garden dreams alive at Mitre 10 MEGA Pukekohe.

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itre 10 MEGA Pukekohe is proudly owned by three locals – Dean Littin, Gary Millington and Michael Scott, all with extensive local knowledge and strong ties to the community.

They are excited that in December 2020 the store is set to celebrate 10 years under the MEGA format, following a move in 2010 from the smaller ‘blue’ Home & Trade store.

The Pukekohe store has seen many changes over that 10 years and, today, offers a greater range of shopping and payment solutions. What’s more, customers can now buy online, choosing from home delivery or collect in-store options.

Then there’s Afterpay which allows customers to ‘shop now, pay later’ over four simple interest-free instalments and, yes, the store’s team is chuffed to be the first New Zealand retailer to welcome Airpoints Dollars™ as a way to pay for purchases.

Whether you are designing a new home, or planning a renovation to your existing one, the experienced team at Mitre 10 MEGA Pukekohe can help see your project through to completion:

of solutions. Timber, bamboo, laminate and vinyl ranges all provide a natural look and there are glue-down flooring options for garages as well as artificial grass and marine carpet which have high UV stabilisation for longer life.

OUTDOOR FURNITURE AND BARBECUES:

appliances as standalone ovens, wall ovens, microwaves and rangehoods, fridges, cooktops and dishwashers. An in-store kitchen design team can help make dream kitchens become a reality.

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The store’s range of high quality bathroom products includes showers and baths, toilets, basins, vanities and an extensive selection of tapware. The availability of hot water cylinders, pipes and fittings means this store is the ultimate one-stop-shop for DIY projects.

An ideal destination for paint and decorating jobs, interior and exterior paints, decking stain and outdoor furniture oils abound not to mention ladders and all the necessary accessories. A paint tinting service means almost any colour match is possible and customers can also view the extensive range of preparation coats, adhesives, sealants and gap fillers online.

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FLOORING & TILES:

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Mitre 10 MEGA makes it easy to design an affordable kitchen too. That’s because customers can choose from such large

The right flooring can transform the look and feel of a home and regardless of lifestyle, space or budget, the store has a wide range

Enjoy the Kiwi summer with any of the store’s great outdoor dining and lounge settings which come in a selection of mixed materials including modern aluminium, concrete and glass, plus classic teak to inject warmth. New season styles are a given and check out ontrend accessories, outdoor heating solutions and barbecues from top brands such as Weber and Masport.

GARDEN CENTRE: The garden centre at Mitre 10 MEGA Pukekohe is packed with gardening and landscaping supplies including a variety of garden sheds, watering tools, plants and seeds and gardening hand tools. There are beautiful plants for the garden too and, naturally, pest control, weedkillers, compost bins, weedmat, compost, pots and potting mixes to name a few!

BUILDING SUPPLIES: The range of MDF products, plywood, panelling and wallboards, doors and insulation ensure all essentials for big or small projects.

The new building extension, covering our timber yard, means customers can now shop the entire range without dealing with the weather.

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Ironically, gleaning the best advice and inspiration for designing, building, renovating or just decorating our homes often requires we step beyond our own front doors. Although there are plenty of home and garden events from which to choose, we have included our top picks for shows to visit.

Please note: due to the Covid-19 pandemic, some of these events may be postponed or cancelled.

Alternatively, ticket sales may be limited and/or social distancing measures employed. Readers are advised to check events online for updates.

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WAIKATO HOME & GARDEN SHOW February 17-20, from 9am, Claudelands Events Centre, cnr Brooklyn Rd & Heaphy Tce, Hamilton Looking for inspiration? Why not take the show on the road – or hit the road to go to the show? The acclaimed and popular Waikato Home & Garden Show, showcasing a wealth of products and services, is well worth a jaunt down motorway to visit. More information at www.waikatohomeshow.co.nz.

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THE AUCKLAND HOME SHOW

Feb 23-27, Auckland Showgrounds, 217 Green Lane West, Epsom One of the biggest – and best – home expos in New Zealand, The Auckland Home Show features a huge range of products, services and more. See www.aucklandhomeshow.co.nz

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March 26-27, Winsford Gardens, 35 Mceldownie Rd, Opaheke, Ramarama A fanciful festival, this event is also designed to raise funds to assist the fantastic work of Franklin Hospice.

With markets to live entertainment and more, this event offers a wheelbarrow-load of inspiration.

Details via www.franklinhospice.org. nz and www.winsfordgardens.co.nz.

TINY HOUSE EXPO Mar 25-26, Auckland Showgrounds, 217 Green Lane West, Epsom If ‘location, location, location’ is so important, does size matter? Tiny houses have become on trend over recent years and there’s a good reason for that, as this expo is set to prove. www.tinyhouseexpo. co.nz.

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NZ HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW April 7-10, Eden Park, Reimers Avenue, Kingsland It might be a little beyond most of us to ever develop the perfect ‘garden of Eden’ but we can try! Held at the iconic Eden Park, this event is billed as a ‘one-stop-shop with a massive range of exhibitors’, with everything from street food to live entertainment also on the programme. Details via www.nzhomeandlifestyleshow.co.nz.

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FRANKLIN HOSPICE GARDEN FESTIVAL

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FRANKLIN HOME & LIFESTYLE EXPO April 9-10, 10am-4pm, PIA Centre, 59 Ward St, Pukekohe Pukekohe’s own home show attracts visitors from near and far.

Designed to showcase local living as well as everything needed for designing, building or decorating, this show is a celebration of community. More info at www.franklinexpo.co.nz

One-stop-shop

FOR AUCKLAND LAND DEVELOPMENT AND SUBDIVISIONS

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or more than 50 years Fraser Thomas Ltd has been specialising in land development and subdivision design. With a strong team of experts, including chartered engineers and registered professional surveyors, clients really can’t help but be impressed by the company’s land development portfolio.

Ranging in size from 2 to 200 lot subdivisions; urban, rural, infill, greenfields, brownfields; whatever type of development project, Fraser Thomas has done it all.

Drawing on wide expertise in civil, environmental, structural and geotechnical engineering, resource management, contaminated land, planning and surveying, Fraser Thomas is your land development ‘one-stop-shop’.

The team prides itself on staying at the forefront of the latest thinking in residential land development including urban design, working with the landform, low impact stormwater, and decentralised sewerage.

Regularly working with external experts in other disciplines, such as urban designers, architects, landscape architects, traffic

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engineers, arborists and ecologist enables Fraser Thomas’ experts to put together a team which can provide clients with all services required to complete land development projects.

In ever-changing environments, Fraser Thomas has always stayed on top of resource management requirements and latest council developments.

In recent years, the Auckland Unitary Plan has opened up development opportunities for many home-owners.

The Unitary Plan has simplified the

residential zones throughout Auckland with six zones created to allow for different levels of housing intensity.

Depending on which residential zone a property falls within there may be subdivision opportunities. This may be limited to only one additional dwelling depending on the zoning, area of your property, and the ability to service the property. Fraser Thomas is able to complete a desktop assessment of your property to provide you with a summary of any potential opportunities.

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Rise SOUTH G e t L Showhome o s t i n t hat e 12 Jonah Lomu Dr, PaerataAUCKLAND 12 Jonah Lomu Dr, Paerata Rise | 09 239 3858 P a s t w i t h O u kylie@hhomes.nz r www.heritagehomes.nz www.heritagehomes.nz Unique Homes Kylie: 027 458 3038 | 0508 40 30 20 16 — Design and Build Franklin — 2021-2022

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traditionally timeless homes As our local team celebrate the completion of this iconic Church-styled Villa (pictured right) let us share with you our passion for beautiful homes with a real point of difference!

At Heritage Homes we know character homes evoke a powerful nostalgia. Each home we build reflects these special memories for their owners and their on-lookers. Our feature home was no exception.

With a life-long love of character homes, we had long been a part of this couple’s passion of doing up tired villa’s and bungalows, bringing them back to life. But this recently completed project called for more than their usual approach to their passion! With tight access, sloping site and a steep narrow road, in a locality rich with heritage buildings, the owners of this villa knew that their best chance of paying homage to their heritage-rich community, was to design a bespoke home.

With the exterior look based on one of our 40+ predesigned plans, our team worked with the owners to create a unique, timeless home that looks as if it could almost, have always been part of the local Onehunga landscape in which it is situated. In fact, during the build, we were regularly asked where we had moved this old church from!

But you’ll see that it is anything BUT historic on the inside.

Modern French, light filled rooms and open spaces ensure this home appeals to today’s lifestyles!

Each of our homes is carefully designed and built by our team who, from broad stoke to finest detail, have a strong sense of aesthetics, history and craftsmanship. Influenced by the unique architectural character of the design, we work with you to ensure your home pays tasteful homage to the past, with special touches of the contemporary to ensure your home encompasses the best of this century too!

We have always believed home owners deserve more than a cookie cutter or square box for a home. The Heritage Homes range of designs is a chance to take inspiration from the past, add the best of today and produce a home that will still be standing for generations. Naturally we provide Master Builders fixed price contracts and the comprehensive Master Build 10-year guarantee.

Whether you are looking to renovate your existing character home, or building a new character home, the local team at Heritage Homes Auckland-South are here to make it happen.

So if you see a bit of the past in your future, you’ll know just who to call!

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Buying property?

BALANCE CAUTION WITH SPEED The past year has seen almost manic buying of property with many new listings being snapped up within a day or two of coming onto the market.

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n line with the property grab, land and house packages are often secured within no time of sections being released to the public and building companies.

With the pressure on to make quick decisions, it’s easy to overlook or forego those necessary checks ahead of signing on the dotted line. In particular, faced with a multi-offer situations, the scurry to present an unconditional deal can often override the good sense of completing checks to ensure the property in question is sound, meets your needs and is not over-priced.

In order to act quickly, yet still proceed with caution by completing due diligence, heed the following advice: Talk to real estate companies and choose an agent with whom you feel comfortable to work with. Outline your budget and what you are looking for so they can let you when a property comes on the market.

Sort out a good building inspector in advance – you may need his/her services quickly.

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before beginning your search and have pre-approved finance in place if possible.

However, even with this in place banks often need to approve a property before final confirmation of finance. If you are working with a broker, or bank manager, this approval can often be completed very quickly.

When you find a property you like ask the agent for a LIM report but don’t rely on a vendor obtained report, It’s generally better to source your own from council although that will come with a cost.

If you plan to access your Kiwisaver to help with the deposit on a property, speak to your lawyer before signing any agreements.

There are strict timelines with using Kiwisaver money, which don’t always match with your need for speed! It pays to talk to a lawyer about how an offer can be structured to give you the time you need to draw down Kiwisaver funds yet also give the vendor certainty that the deal will proceed.

If seeking a new build, visit show homes and building company websites. Talk to company sales reps about price structures,

build quality and materials, extras you may need to pay for, and what the ‘package’ covers such as landscaping, paths and letterboxes. Ask about build times and if the section title has been issued. Importantly, take any agreement to your lawyer first.

When looking at properties be sure to consider your work and lifestyle needs. For example, it may be tempting to buy a few acres but if you have a busy job in the city and then need to travel extra each day, ask yourself if the property will work for you.

Also, be aware that extra land not only means extra work, it means extra knowledge about keeping that land well maintained. This isn’t always straight forward for those who have little knowledge of rural living.

Of course, in mid 2021, mortgage interest rates were at an all time low in New Zealand which has helped ease house hunters into new properties but it’s important to calculate what extra you can afford to pay should rates increase.

Planning before you look will help avoid unwise decisions when the time comes to buy.

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New Ramarama subdivision progresses First home buyers in South Auckland welcomed moves in mid-2021 to accelerate the construction of hundreds of new houses in one of the country’s largest residential developments.

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ousing, worth more than half a billion dollars, is included in the Hunua Views subdivision. Part of the 361 hectare, mixed-use precinct of Drury South Crossing, the estate was originally scheduled for completion over six years.

Ultimately, some 90 hectares will encompass various community facilities including a childcare centre, recreation areas, wetlands, parks, walking and cycling tracks.

A chronic shortage of affordable housing in the region saw the completion timeline brought forward to 2024, but with high demand for the homes, they were not marketed online. Instead they have sold off-plan to a waiting list of buyers who pre-registered their interest.

After the announcement in September 2021, Classic Group director, Peter Cooney said the new construction time frame would allow hundreds of first home buyers to gain a foothold in the property market.

“This timeline has been pulled forward to meet market demand and help address the

housing shortage in a city which desperately needs quality, affordable housing,” he explained. “This community was designed to be as accessible as possible to a range of people, including first home buyers.”

A third of 10 construction stages were set to begin in September 2021, providing 62 families with completed houses by the middle of 2022. Under the advanced construction programme, a further 200 houses are scheduled to be built by the end of 2023.

Classic Developments development manager, Scott Keene, said the expectation was that many of the houses would be purchased by some of the 5000+ workers who will eventually be employed by businesses to be built in the new industrial area.

“The high demand for homes in the first two stages of construction caught us by surprise as business at Drury South Crossing was not yet underway,” Mr Keen said.

“What we can see from the sales data is around half of those purchasing properties

LAND SCARCE BUT HOPE ON THE HORIZON The shortage of land in Franklin, with many new subdivision still looking at 2022 release dates, has seen section prices continue to rise, subsequently affecting build prices too.

However, new subdivisions are underway with many local building companies offering house and land packages although most already have waiting lists of people keen to secure a plot meaning it is likely to be well into 2022 before homes are built.

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Unfortunately, projected houses and land packages seem to hover around $1.1million with only a handful under that price and others considerably more putting affordability into question for many people, in particular, first home buyers.

In this pressured housing climate it pays to register your interest with building companies if keen to purchase within Franklin.

are first home buyers. We know that many of them are being priced out of the market further north and are buying in Hunua Views as a way of getting an achievable foothold in the property market.”

He added that resource consents applications were underway for larger stages.

CEO of Drury South Crossing, Stephen Hughes said, when completed, Drury South Crossing will be home to around 2600 new residents and employ thousands more workers in a new purpose-built industrial area.

“Over a decade of planning has gone into this project….with a number of environmental considerations being made such as the planting of half a million native plants and trees,” he said.

“Every house will also feature a zinc-free roof and rain water tank which holds water runoff before being treated in our stormwater management system – helping to mitigate the impact of large volumes of water reaching local streams.”

LOOKING AHEAD SOME NEW SUBDIVISIONS INCLUDE: Patumahoe – early 2022; Pukekohe – Belgium Road, mid 2022; Pukekohe Hill – new sections expected around end of 2021/early 2022 Paerata Rise – new stages mid 2022; Clarks Beach – new stage, late 2022; Auranga, Drury.

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Classic Builders ‘secret sauce’ When it comes to choosing a company to design and build your dream home there’s no shortage of options.

But because it is one of the biggest decisions you’ll probably make in a lifetime, it’s important to have confidence in who you eventually settle on. You’ll want them to be the best for the job.

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ere, at Classic Builders, we take that responsibility very seriously; perhaps, more than most. That’s because we have a bit of a ‘secret sauce’ to ensure what we deliver to each and every one of our clients is always above and beyond expectations. And, while we can’t tell you everything that goes into it, we’d like to let you in on a few of our extra special ingredients.

WE PUT OUR ‘BOOTS ON THE GROUND’ FIRST We mean this quite literally – before we do anything else (like talk to you about designs or make an estimate on cost) we visit the site to carry out an evaluation. So, if you’re just considering a section to buy, have had one waiting in the wings for a while, or are thinking about subdividing where you currently live, we’ll come to you and check it out.

Sometimes this means we take longer to quote, but that’s actually a good thing because we put in more groundwork up front to uncover more detail than many others do. We do this so we can offer you the most realistic view of what it will take to deliver your vision (from time frames to budget).

You’ll be interested to know that we don’t (always) win work on price and that’s due to the value we provide up front. Many people think building a home is stressful and Classic Builders expensive, so it’s pretty cool regional manager, that when we hand over the Stephen Halliday, is keys, most of our clients want to do it all over again. on hand for expert

on being open and honest at every stage of the journey. It’s important that our clients go into the build journey well educated, with full visibility and confidence in the whole process before any dirt is turned.”

START FROM SCRATCH, USE ONE OF OUR DESIGNS OR WE CAN WORK WITH YOURS We’re pretty flexible here at Classic Builders.

You are welcome to use one of our predesigned plans, or the team can help you start fresh. Alternatively, you can bring in your own plans – we can work with almost anything.

If you do decide to embark on a Design & Build with us, our experienced building consultants, Wayne Rhode and Debbie Doull, are always available to meet and talk you through the build process, start to finish. We also have an inhouse selection/product room to help with all those exciting decisions, as well as a colour consultant to work alongside you.

With developments opening up in Clevedon, Karaka, Pukekohe, Glenbrook and Patumahoe, there’s never been a better time to build. So, if you’re interested in finding out how your dream home could become a reality, we’d love to help you get started. *Please note that even at Alert Level 3, we can do site evaluations by following all the required safety protocols.

in the West, Karaka, and also East Auckland’s Clevedon, Whitford and Beachlands is no mean feat, it’s one he takes advice. in his stride to deliver a service MEET STEPHEN, that is second-to-none.

HE’S YOUR LOCAL “We are a local team which cares ON THE GROUND about our region and our clients. This is Regional Manager, Stephen Halliday has why we focus on getting to know them as lived and worked in Auckland his whole life, much as possible before we start the design building in the South Auckland region for the process. With a greater level of detail, we can better part of 25 years. get the plan just right for them,” Stephen says.

While covering an area from Te Kauwhata “It also means we can give them a realistic and Miranda in the South, across to Waiuku price right from the start, we pride ourselves

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Latitude Homes – FOR EVERY LIFESTYLE Latitude Homes’ principal belief is that everyone should be able to afford their own home and their purpose is to help New Zealander’s gain security through home ownership.

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arc and Kelly Hunter started the business in 2007 with a showhome on Great South Rd, Papakura; now they have a team of 12 franchise owners throughout the country building great quality, affordable homes to suit all lifestyles and budgets.

Providing families with affordable homes without compromising on the quality of the workmanship and materials used has been the winning formula which has seen the company grow to become one of the top group home builders in New Zealand. It’s this position which allows it to pass significant savings and knowledge through to their customers.

The business has grown to a level where Marc and Kelly are now involved in looking after all their franchise owners, providing support and guidance to each of them in order to ensure the level of service for everyone is of the same high level that Marc and Kelly pride themselves on.

A key addition to the Latitude Homes group are Todd and Ang Falgate who took over the Auckland region a few years ago.

Previously, Todd was the national key accounts manager for one of Latitude Homes’ main suppliers. After many years of dealing with Latitude Homes he decided that, he would join the Latitude family.

Todd’s many years’ experience in the building industry has brought a wealth of knowledge and skill to the business while Ang’s experience in operations and administration is an integral part of the smooth running Auckland operation.

Todd and Ang have put together a team of highly skilled people experienced in the

Above: Karlie, Todd, Ang and Matt from Latitude Homes South/East Auckland team.

Left: Todd and Marc discussing house and land deals.

building business, ensuring that they can help customers through the entire build process.

This is something they look forward to doing as one of the approved build partners in the Paerata Rise lifestyle community between Karaka and Pukekohe.

As well as offering Paerata Rise house and land packages at very competitive

pricing, they can also design and build a plan specifically tailored to customer requirements or offer a more costeffective solution by choosing a design from a wide range of standard plans.

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The Pahurehure to Takanini section of the Urban Cycleways Network, opened in April 2021.

Record $7.3 billion AUCKLAND TRANSPORT INVESTMENT Strategic Auckland transport projects will benefit from a record $7.3 billion investment in the region to provide new public transport and walking and cycling options.

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xtra funding, announced by Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, aims to help get Auckland moving and deliver a safer, more sustainable, better connected and more resilient transport system over the next three years.

The investment is part of a $24.3 billion programme of investment planned for New Zealand’s land transport system and is detailed in Nga Kaupapa Huarahi o Aotearoa | 2021-24 National Land Transport Programme (NLTP), published by Waka Kotahi.

Waka Kotahi Director Regional Relationships for Auckland and Northland, Steve Mutton says the agency will continue its strong focus on investment in public transport and remains committed to delivering a rapid

transit network for the city which unlocks critical housing and urban development opportunities.

“Over the next three years we’ll invest in rapid transit as part of a wider, $2.8 billion investment in Auckland’s public transport system,” Mr Mutton says.

“This includes developing rapid transit options for Auckland Light Rail and supporting the completion of Auckland’s first underground rail line, the City Rail Link, by late 2024.”

To further ease congestion, help reduce carbon emissions and make Auckland a healthier place to live, $289 million will be spent creating great walking and cycling routes in the city.

This includes completing Auckland’s Urban Cycleways Programme.

“Safety is a top priority for Waka Kotahi with $298 million to be spent on programmes and projects in Auckland that will save lives, including upgrades and speed management on 135kms of Auckland’s state highways.”

“Auckland is a world class city and it needs a world-class transport system that is safe and efficient to keep everyone moving as New Zealand’s largest city continues to grow,” Mr Mutton adds.

Full details of the investments being made through the National Land Transport Programme, including detailed regional breakdowns, can be found at www.nzta.govt. nz/nltp Design and Build Franklin — 2021-2022 — 25

Fast track to Papakura…

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t requires many steps to travel from Pukekohe to Papakura on foot. Thankfully ‘the next step’ in the long-awaited electrification of the final section of the Auckland rail network has been taken.

Specifically, in August 2021, electrification was approved thanks to Covid-19 ‘fast-track’ legislation.

Should work run on time, the first electric train will run between Papakura and Pukekohe in 2024, almost a decade since electrification was completed on the rest of the Auckland network – in 2015.

“This project will be hugely beneficial for Aucklanders, especially people who live in this growing part of the city,” KiwiRail’s Todd Moyle confirmed.

“Passengers will be able to travel all the way to the city centre from Pukekohe without the need to change trains at Papakura.”

When the long wait for electrification is over,

City Rail Link: GREAT DAME DIGS – AND PHIL’S IN!

Politics may bore many people but, when politicians lent a helping hand to set wheels in motion for Auckland’s City Rail Link, (ironically) ‘boring’ was far from boring.

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he official start of tunnelling represents an important milestone on Auckland’s journey towards providing a world-class, 21st century transport network,” Auckland Mayor, Phil Goff, said of the official 2021 launch of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM), named Dame Whina Cooper – who was far from boring!

The tunnels will play a vital role in the overall City Rail Link, ‘on track’ until (and in another way, after) completion in late 2024.

The link is also expected to ease pressure on the beleaguered road network, which should be great news for local commuters who work in the city.

Although the first 50 metres of tunnel at the Mt Eden site had already been mined, the TBM is now at work excavating the remainder of the 1.6km tunnel which will run under the motorway and connect with the CRL (City Rail Link) tunnels already constructed from the Britomart Station.

“When complete, the City Rail Link will transform rail travel in Tamaki Makaurau,” Mr Goff believes. “It will carry up to 54,000 people an hour, moving the equivalent

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capacity of three Auckland Harbour Bridges or 16 extra traffic lanes into and through the city at peak times.”

Joined by another boring enthusiast, Transport Minister Michael Wood, Mr Goff pressed a button to start the machine in early May 2021. Such ‘shovel-ready’ projects also provide further benefits, Mr

Wood added.

“Building infrastructure like the City Rail Link is part of our Covid-19 economic plan – this project is providing real jobs and opportunities for thousands of Aucklanders. It’ll give us a step-change in our public transport and cultivate a diverse and highly-skilled workforce.”

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live in this fast-growing part of Auckland with better access to public transport,” David Gordon from KiwiRail says.

In October 2021, planning approval applications for stations at Drury Central and Paerata had been submitted, with approvals under the Resource Management Act expected for the third station at Drury West expected to follow.

Plans include bus interchanges and park-and-ride car parks.

“With an additional 100,000 people expected to move into the area over the next 30 years, encouraging people to switch from using their cars will help ease congestion on an already busy road network and reduce carbon emissions in Auckland.”

Construction on the Drury Central and Paerata stations is expected to begin in 2023.

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“The stations, and our project to electrify the railway between Papakura and Pukekohe, will provide people who

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The project is part of KiwiRail’s wider $1.5 billion Auckland Metro Programme designed to modernise the region’s rail network; it also includes three new stations between Papakura and Pukekohe, a third main line to separate freight and passenger services and overall track improvements.

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HISTORIC STATION A MUSEUM ATTRACTION These days it is a quick trip from Franklin district to shop at The Base, Te Rapa or to head into central Hamilton where there is plenty to see and do.

Likewise, the short journey invites travellers to stop and see sights along the way and, soon, the historic Huntly Railway station will be another reason to stop for time out.

Over the past 18 months the building has been undergoing a major upgrade and when completed it will be transported from its present site at Lake Puketinni Reserve to the Huntly train station site.

There it will boast a museum with cultural history of significance to the town, new restroom facilities, meeting rooms for hire and artwork on display, making it an intriguing visitor destination. It is hoped the restored station will be in place by early 2022.

Over the past two and a half years, the WDA has built a new rail platform, installed security operations and lighting at the station. The project has also included a new park & ride facility, taxi bays,

passenger information display boards, and walking and cycling links.

The upgrades and enhancements were integral to the launch of the Te Huia passenger rail service in April 2021, connecting the Waikato to Auckland and, despite challenges due to Covid-19, the project was completed $200,000 under budget. The surplus was donated back to the wider Te Huia project.

This includes bringing the original historic railway station building back to its original [Huntly] site. It was relocated to Lake Puketirini in 2008 with the intention that it would host the Waikato Coalfields Museum.

However, the Museum Committee has advocated for the return of the building to the station since 2017 and undertook significant groundwork to enable Council to action the project. It will take over tenancy

of the building once it is in place.

The WDA’s relocation of the building is being guided by the Museum Committee, Huntly Community Board, Iwi and Genesis which donated $100,000 towards the project.

The detailed process has taken into consideration: • Strengthening of the building to ensure longevity, • Gaining approval from KiwiRail for the move, • Building consent compliance, • Lease and sub-lease approval, • Health and safety compliance (ongoing), • Stakeholder engagement (ongoing), • Design planning and fit out with architects.

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Motorway widening drives forward Work is advancing on widening of the Southern Motorway from Papakura to Drury and when completed will ease traffic congestion.

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otorway widening between Papakura and Drury is a significant milestone for the NZ Upgrade Programme (NZUP) which is investing $6.8 billion in road, public transport, walking and cycling infrastructure.

This section of work, begun early 2021, is the first stage of the SH1 Papakura to Drury South project which delivers a range of transport choices by providing a third lane in each direction, an adjacent path for walking and people on bikes, wide shoulders for future bus services and improved local road connections across the motorway.

The project is a key part of Waka Kotahi (NZ Transport Agency) developing a more resilient transport system aimed at improving travel choices and to facilitate growth and economic prosperity in south Auckland, where 120,000 people are expected to make their home in the next 30 years.

It will also treat one hundred percent of all storm water runoff from the motorway, and the additional lanes being provided are being investigated for potential use for T3 and/or freight.

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The first stage of construction, awarded to Fulton Hogan, has been covering works within the existing motorway boundaries from Papakura interchange to the BP motorway service centre north of Otuwairoa (Slippery) Creek.

It will extend capacity and also includes the replacement of the Park Estate Road overbridge, and a new noise wall on the eastern side of SH1 between Papakura interchange and the overbridge.

The noise wall coming along this southbound side of the motorway (between Beach Road and Park Estate Road) is being constructed using steel columns and concrete panels to match the existing Papakura and Takanini style noise walls (see below) north of the Papakura interchange.

The Puna colour scheme, taken from the Toi Maori palette by Aalto Colour, will be used for the new noise wall.

As work progresses several motorway bridges will be replaced, being raised or widened to allow for extra lanes underneath, provide for the electrification of the Papakura to Pukekohe rail line, and allow for oversize

vehicles as well as response to flooding risks.

By end of August 2021 construction of a haul road was well underway alongside the southbound lanes with trees and other vegetation removed. The haul road was being built from both the Papakura Interchange, Beach Road end (pictured) and the Park Estate Road bridge end of the 1.5 km site.

By September 2021 night crews had made good progress northwards along the central median of the motorway, stripping grass and top soil, digging down and then building up the subgrade to maximise road strength.

When stage one has been completed works to follow will include: • A walking and cycling pathway along the western side of the motorway • Interchange improvements at Papakura (a new southbound on-ramp) and Drury (to allow for railway electrification and additional rail lines) • The replacement of the Bremner Road (Jesmond) overbridge and the Ngakoroa Stream bridge.

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A home to call your nest!

Every homeowner wants to enjoy a feeling of pride and comfort when driving up to their home not just for the first time, but every time. And, that’s exactly what the team at Homes by Nest works hard to create – even the name reflects that sense of warmth and snugness which envelops homeowners when they walk through the front door into their very own living space.

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reated by Bru and Linda Goldfinch over the past couple of years, Homes By Nest is built on their belief that a team effort of appreciated sub-contractors and suppliers will deliver nothing but top quality, long-lasting family homes with features which continue to please year after year.

“Our end goal is for clients to enjoy their family home as much as we enjoy ours,” Linda says. “We want them to be completely satisfied in their decision to build with Homes

By Nest and to be absolutely delighted with the home we give them,” After spending 12 years as a new home consultant with various building companies throughout Papakura, Franklin and Christchurch, Linda says she and Bru were given the opportunity to purchase a building company franchise in Christchurch.

“However, with a change of circumstances, we made the decision to create Homes By Nest within our local stamping ground of Papakura and Franklin.

“Being locals, and having operated in this area for a long time, the decision was easy especially as we had already built up excellent contacts in the construction world, many of whom we consider good friends.”

Today Bru and Linda are enthusiastic about the sub-contractors and suppliers who work alongside them.

Their company tagline – Premium Service – Personalised Solutions – Fair Price – reflects their dedication to excellence in every quarter from initial consultation through to planning, construction, price, timeliness and more.

“We carefully consider everyone who is involved in the build project and genuinely believe that happy subbies and suppliers will ensure onsite energy is positively charged.

Subsequently, the only possible outcome is the delivery of a ‘happy’, well built, long-lasting family home,” Bru says.

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whether it be meeting for an initial consult, or going through the final home check, all queries are met with complete professionalism and expertise.

“Having Linda on hand to bounce off ideas, clients benefit from a close knit team where communication is key.”

With an eye for décor and accessories, Linda also works alongside Picturebook Interiors for the all important interior design and colour schemes to finish each home with individual and personalised style.

“These days new homeowners look for that special ingredient; they don’t want the ‘same old’ anymore,” she says. “Therefore, from the outset, we are intent on helping clients to get their dream home; a home which is set apart from others. We don’t believe their years of hard work should come down to the ordinary.”

Once a build project is entrusted to Homes

by Nest, Bru and Linda agree it is always a pleasure to take time to talk through exactly what it is the client wants in a home and why the choice to build from scratch.

“The building of a new home should never be a chore, done properly the process should be great fun and hugely satisfying,” the pair contends. “We will ensure our customers have

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an enjoyable home build experience by mixing fun and professionalism. We fully engage with them throughout.

“So, if you are seeking a new home and have the time to talk, we have the time to listen. We look forward to hearing your ideas and priorities for a build, and to using our expertise to bring it all together, keeping within budget and ensuring the highest standard of finish.

“We take the responsibility of building every new home very seriously; we promise to relieve clients of stress and ensure they have fun along the way to becoming new homeowners.”

Phone Bru Goldfinch 021 215 8368 Email bru@homesbynest.nz www.homesbynest.nz

Mill Road project shoved aside The controversial widening and realignment of Mill Road in the Papakura/Alfriston district, has been hogtied once again.

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espite being on government and council agendas for a number of years and even being announced as ‘shovel ready’ in 2020, the Northern section of Mill Road will now be on a much smaller scale.

Instead, the South Auckland development package aims to expand investment in new train stations and in Drury transport upgrades which support releasing additional housing and connectivity with the stations.

In past years, Design & Build has published various plans for Mill Road and has seen these altered and retrenched, despite the route being a key link to the east and usually heavily congested at peak commuter times.

Then, in mid 2021, the Government announced a budget blowout had stalled (and, evidently buried) the long awaited four lane project. It is now expected to involve an upgrade of two lanes (instead of four) between Flat Bush and Alfriston tying into the existing urban Redoubt Road dynamic lanes.

There will also be targeted safety improvements between Alfriston and Papakura. The existing roading proposals for Mill Road and Papakura to Drury South, stage two (including a new interchange at Drury South) will be deferred.

Instead work is focused on providing three new rail stations, two in Drury and one in Paerata. The Papakura to Pukekohe rail electrification, SH1 improvements and a shared walking/cycling path between Papakura and Drury plus a new third main rail line in South Auckland are also going ahead (at this stage).

Construction is already underway on SH1 Papakura to Drury South, stage one (see story page 28). Work is also underway on the third main Rail Line enabling electrification between Pukekohe and Papakura.

About 275 workers are on these projects and a further 800 part-time and full-time jobs are supported on Waka Kotahi New Zealand Upgrade.

The Government has indicated that savings from the changes to Mill Road will allow investment in the transport upgrades to release housing and local centres in Drury in a way that supports the Government’s decarbonisation goals.

Infrastructure Minister, Grant Robertson, has said that the changes represented a “balanced approach”.

“Fully funding new estimated costs for every project (six in total) would have cost

up to $6 billion extra on top of the original $6.8 billion, so instead we’ve taken a balanced approach with a mix of additional investment and a handful of projects being re-scoped while also keeping a lid on debt,” he explained.

Although the Government is confident in its decision to downgrade the Mill Road project, as it stands, this vital link to east Auckland, which was also seen as a way to relieve congestion on the Southern Motorway, may well continue to remain clogged at peak traffic times during the week.

Furthermore, with exponential growth occurring in Takanini – townhouses and terrace-style housing now covering a vast tract of land in the vicinity of Mill Road and adjoining Cosgrove Road – many residents fear the route may be more heavily used than ever.

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Roundabout swings ahead Construction of the new $16.4 million roundabout at the intersection of Glenbrook Road and SH22 near the Pukekohe Golf Course, began in March 2021 and by October 2022 was well underway despite work being paused during Auckland Alert Level 4 lockdown in August/September.

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he SH22/Glenbrook Road roundabout will have four legs including access to the expanding Paerata Rise development where 4500 new homes are being built. This will serve as the main access to the new Paerata School, which is part of the subdivision development.

In constructing this new roundabout, there have been a number of road layout changes in the area with all road users moved onto a temporary road on SH22 to allow space for the team to work.

Other safety measures have been taken for people driving along this route. These include, safety barriers, turning bays and localised road widening.

AWARD WINNING HOMES BY

Versatile Pukekohe

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It applause all round for Versatile Pukekohe which won three awards at the prestigious 2021 Registered Master Builder’s House of the Year Awards.

he team took home Silver for its stunning show home in Pokeno and Silver and Gold in the $450k-$600k New Home category.

This was an incredible achievement for the close-knit team, which offers a range of home designs to suit every lifestyle from those starting out in their first home to those downsizing and everything in between.

Versatile Pukekohe franchise owner, Wenny Lubbers says building a new home should be one of the most exciting things ever undertaken. “At Versatile Pukekohe, we are totally dedicated to ensuring every project runs smoothly. We’ll assign you a dedicated project manager who will keep you in the loop every step of the way and we are on hand to assist with all your requirements.

“We take care of every detail, from initial site consultations and advice, to building consents and everything else which may be required for your finished home or building project to run smoothly from start to finish.

“We work hard to exceed customers’ expectations and to deliver high quality, affordable homes and buildings accompanied by excellent service. You’ll have peace of mind with our extensive guarantees

on everything from materials used to the standard of our workmanship which means you’ll sleep easy at night.”

Versatile Pukekohe provides a tailored approach to workmanship combined with a comprehensive range of plans or a full design and build service means clients achieve a home or building which complements their unique lifestyle.

If you are in need of a new home or any other type of building, Versatile Pukekohe takes pride in identifying the best solution to

fulfil your building needs. The owners and their experienced team, share a passion for sound construction and a commitment to quality. If building is on your agenda talk to the team at Versatile Pukekohe.

Versatile Pukekohe Show Home 42 Hitchen Road, Pokeno At Level 2: Open Thursday to Sunday 11am – 4pm Ph 09 238 0696 or 0800 VERSATILE www.versatile.co.nz

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Homes as unique as you!

ith a love for his craft spanning four generations, Nick Bosanac, along with each member of the Bosanac Builders team, including wife, Kylie, has a simple vision – creating beautiful homes which, in turn, creates beautiful futures.

They believe that no two people are the same; their needs and wants are all different.

So, when designing and building a new home or altering one from start to finish, this means the process, planning and experience is all tailored you!

“Each of our homes is unique,” the husband and wife team agrees. “Because we are independent, we can offer a bespoke service to suit our individual clients. They may be inspired by something in the design from a house we have built but dislike the materials or fittings, or they may want to include something they have seen in another home.

“That’s fine; we don’t have set plans so we can design and plan something unique.

Because our clients aren’t tied down to a set range of plans, we can provide greater

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modern and traditional design principals and the layout lends itself well to growing families or multi-generational family living. There is plenty of room for everyone.

Kylie’s favourite aspect is the high stud ceiling which adds to the welcome felt as soon as one enters – the light-filled, open void areas above create a wow factor.

“The home we have created at Paerata Rise is a true reflection of the kind of quality clients can expect when they build with Nick Bosanac Homes. would loveSpecialists you to come Tailored Home Design &We Building out and see for yourself and let us help you createDesign your very own beautiful future with the Tailored Home & Building Building Specialists Tailored Home Tailored Home Design & Building Specialists designDesign and style& which suits you.”Specialists

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flexibility with items such as materials and fittings. It could be a contemporary industrial design, or a rural charmer, like our Paerata Rise showhome.”

The Bosanac’s showhome has been designed to showcase Nick and Kylie’s personal style. It is a seamless blend of

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Slower roads accelerated SAFETY FIRST? The wheels may have come off many a transport initiative – from Mill Road to the Harbour Bridge cycleway – but they’re still in spin with regards to lowering speed limits.

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peed limits which are set too high can become a target for drivers to aim for, plus they can prevent the police from addressing those travelling at unsafe speeds,” Michael Brown from Auckland Transport (AT) said.

“For example, on Linwood Road near Karaka, where speeds were changed last year (2020), a typical nine-minute journey is around 30 to 50 seconds longer. But the changes will help to reduce the chance of someone getting seriously hurt or killed.”

Limits on approximately 800 roads throughout Auckland are affected, including more than 200 rural throughfares in Franklin

alone. The revised speed limits vary; however, some reductions are quite significant – the limit for Ardmore Quarry Rd (for example) is expected to drop from 100 to just 40km/h.

Reducing accidents is the aim of the changes, but Mr Brown conceded they will merely ‘bring posted speed limit[s] into line’ in many cases.

“On 90 percent of these roads, many drivers are already travelling much slower than the current speed limit due to the conditions. In rural areas, that’s often because the roads are narrow and winding.

“While most of the changes we propose will simply bring the posted speed limit into line with the speeds people are already

travelling, it is important that these changes are made.”

Regardless of whether the signs will better reflect reality, or new limits will have a very real impact on saving lives, it does seem clear AT has the backing of the general public, especially regarding roads near schools.

“Research shows there is strong community support for speed limit changes with 78 percent of people supporting speed reductions around schools,” Mr Brown said.

“Improving safety around schools is an area of focus for AT as well as central government. These proposed changes will help to make it safer for children walking or cycling to school.”

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Franklin district Auckland Transport has proposed a number of improvements to several Franklin roads some of which are underway; others are in the pipeline.

PUNI ROAD PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS Motorists and pedestrians will benefit from improvements to Puni Road with a proposed raised zebra crossing outside 9 Puni Road.

Side islands south of Beresford Street, on the approach to the raised crossing will help increase awareness of the crossing.

There are also plans to install a pedestrian crossing on the west end of Beresford Street with a traffic island in the centre of the road.

Pedestrians would not have the right of way at this crossing; rather the island is designed to make it safer to cross the road by breaking up the journey.

Grass berms on the corners of Puni Road and Beresford Street will be widened and new broken yellow lines (no stopping at all times) will be painted to maintain visibility. This will result in the loss of 14 parking spaces on Puni Road and four parking spaces on Beresford Street.

Feedback on these proposals was being considered in late 2021 with Auckland Transport still to decide on the best way to move forward.

RAISED TABLE CROSSING AT WOODHOUSE PATUMAHOE ROADS

Plans to provide a safer walking route for school children in Patumahoe include upgrading the existing pedestrian refuge

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crossing to a raised zebra crossing near Patumahoe Village, providing residents with a safer crossing point on Woodhouse Road.

Improvements will also include new road markings to warn drivers of the presence of pedestrians and the installation of broken yellow lines (no stopping at all times) parking restrictions to ensure visibility for drivers.

Initially, work here was scheduled to start

by July 2020 however, due to the impact of Covid-19 the project did not go ahead as planned. It was later forecast to start during the 2021-2022 financial year.

CAPE HILL PROPOSED CHANGES Upgrading the Cape Hill, Reynolds, and Franklin Road intersection to a roundabout in Pukekohe comes in response to a series of collisions at this intersection. The roundabout aims to improve safety by directing traffic in one direction and encouraging lower speeds.

Proposed changes include a new traffic island, new pedestrian islands with connecting footpaths and kerb ramps and new signs and grass berms.

WAIAU PA SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS By late 2021 planning work was underway to improve the safety of people, in particular school children, crossing the road outside Waiau Pa School on Waiau Pa Road.

The changes were in response to concerns raised by Waiau Pa School and the community regarding high driver speeds and the lack of a safe marked crossing at this location.

After reviewing public feedback, Auckland Transport decided to upgrade the existing pedestrian crossing (outside Waiau Pa School) to a raised zebra crossing.

Nearby footpaths will be widened and tactile pavers installed – these are yellow guidance markers to help visually impaired people find their way to the crossing and cross the road safely.

Bus stop markings on each side of Waiau Pa Road, (outside Waiau Pa School) will be formalised and will include new bus stop parking restrictions. Kerb ramps and tactile pavers will be installed and footpaths widened on either side of Mackenzie Road at the intersection with Waiau Pa Road.

Broken yellow lines parking restrictions will be extended along the southern kerb of Mackenzie Road, around the corner to the edge of the proposed raised crossing on Waiau Pa Road. This will see the removal of five parking spaces to improve visibility for people crossing the road.

The mobility space will be relocated and a P180 (maximum 3 hours) mobility parking restriction outside Waiau Pa School will be implemented. New streetlights, signs and road markings were also in the plan.

These changes were due to be constructed during the 2021/22 financial year.

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ongevity speaks volumes about Grant Mackay and his business TotalBuild which has specialised in custom-building dream homes around Franklin since 1995.

“We have a team of suppliers and subcontractors who know how to put together a home for clients with impeccable taste and our constant aim is to meet the needs of qualityconscious home buyers who appreciate a high standard of workmanship,” Grant says.

In the current climate of shortages, planning is critical. Advance planning is critical to maintaining project flow.

“For our side and our subcontractors, using management software allows us to plan well.

“For our clients, online access keeps them in touch and well informed during the construction of their home.”

Whether you are at home, at work, on the road, or on holiday, TotalBuild puts information at your fingertips about selections, financial decisions, questions, documents, photos, and more – all this plus the reassurance of a Masterbuild 10-Year Home Guarantee!

Perhaps you have ideas, or some plans ready for your next home.

Wherever you are in the process, talk to us about how to bring them to life in a home that’s built to last.

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he times may be a-changin’ but, in some ways, the wheels are still in spin. Designed to link cyclists with transport hubs and provide safer access to schools, the Drury South Crossing cycle network is getting locals back on their bikes.

“The objective is to allow thousands of local residents the option of [safely] walking or cycling to school and work,” Stephen Hughes (CEO of Drury South Crossing) said in April 2021. “One of the key outcomes is [to help] reduce the heavy traffic at Ramarama School, where rolls are expected to surge as the local population increases.”

Lower speed limits and upgrades to roads in the Drury area are also intended to allow safer passage.

Covering 9km in total, the cycle network serves one of the country’s fastest-growing areas where the population is expected to reach more than 60,000 in the next 30 years. The project comprises 5km of walking and cycling paths plus a 4km shared path from Drury village to Drury South Crossing.

Andrew Baker from the Franklin Local Board welcomed the addition to local infrastructure.

“As a local resident and cyclist myself, there is a noticeable change in the feeling of safety on the roads,” he added. “We are not only seeing more pedestrians using the pathways but, for the first time in years, we are now seeing school children riding bikes to school.”

The cycleway is open now; the 360-hectare Drury South Crossing development is expected to be completed in 2027.

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Debbie and Murray Garland

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ignature Homes has been designing and building homes throughout New Zealand since 1983, with the Papakura & Franklin franchise being owned by locals Debbie & Murray Garland.

The Garlands have a long history in the building industry, and are passionate about offering quality, personalised service.

YOUR HOME, YOUR WAY With so many years of experience, Signature Homes has found that there are some elements of a great home which are universal but often clients prefer adding a unique twist. With in-house architectural designers, new home consultants, estimators, interior designers and project managers, the team at Signature Homes Papakura & Franklin have you covered for your Design & Build project.

Your home will be built your way, specifically suited to your section, interests and lifestyle.

HOUSE & LAND PACKAGES If you’re keen to build a new home but don’t have a section, Signature Homes’ House & Land Packages are a great option, taking a block of land and matching it to a suitable home design with a fixed price and the

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Wherever you are in your building journey, Signature Homes Papakura & Franklin can help. Contact Debbie, Murray and the team today on 0800 828 822 or visit www.signature.co.nz

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here’s something more than a little fishy about a monumental addition to the Franklin landscape – Drury Wetlands is one of the largest constructed wetlands in the country.

“The tuna [eel] design was chosen for both its cultural significance to mana whenua as well as for functional purposes,” Peter Norfolk from Tonkin Taylor says of a new multimillion-dollar freshwater wetland at Drury South Crossing. “The S-shaped design, with its winding curves and varying elevations, is necessary [for] a slow meandering stream.”

The ‘S’ shape helps ensure it will prove a healthy waterway by removing sediment

and pollutants before they reach the Hingaia Stream and Manukau Harbour, he explains.

Created by dam design experts along with artists from local iwi, the wetland took two years to complete and covers 35,000sqm. It opened in April 2021.

“Bringing this design to life in a relatively short space of time required the latest in sophisticated 3D modelling and construction techniques.”

In addition to helping improve water quality, it will provide a habitat for endangered native eels, fish and birds. It is intended to strike an environmental balance with the new subdivision, Drury South Crossing CEO,

The tuna [eel] design was chosen for both its cultural significance to mana whenua as well as for functional purposes.

Stephen Hughes, confirms.

“Residential lawns and grass around houses contribute to capturing sediment from stormwater runoff, however modern subdivisions tend to have less lawn, which increases the need to capture runoff from surrounding roads and housing.”

As an added bonus, the wetlands are an expansive recreational green space for residents of the subdivision and the wider community, Mr Hughes adds.

“The creation of this new wetland and public recreational area is designed to set a new standard for residential and industrial developments in the Auckland region.”

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GRANT HELPS PROTECT WATERWAYS A welcome $20,000 was budgeted by Franklin Local Board in September 2021 for the Healthy Waters’ Industrial Pollution Prevention Programme, aimed at helping Pukekohe businesses reduce industrial pollution risk.

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here there’s water, there is a way to protect it, organisers of the Papakura Stream Restoration Project expect.

“We aim to, not only make a difference to stream health, but also mobilise and educate as many people as possible on the importance of getting involved in the protection of our waterways,” Siobhan O’Grady, from Conservation Volunteers New Zealand (CVNZ), says. “The [project] is a multi-stakeholder programme that encourages local boards, landowners, corporates and the community to work together on a common goal.”

Running from Brookby to the Manukau Harbour, via the Pahurehure inlet, the 63km Papakura Stream winds through rural and urban areas as it crosses southern Auckland. Restoration efforts include installing fencing, planting native trees and shrubs, weed control and litter cleanup.

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Children from the region’s schools are already involved, learning about local wildlife in the process.

The initiative follows a survey, produced with the assistance of local government.

Confectionery company, Mondelez NZ, is also pitching in.

“This is an incredibly important project as it combines both conservation efforts as well as consumer awareness around recycled materials and underscores our commitment to protecting the environment,” Cara Liebrock from Mondelez NZ says. “We want to illustrate the importance of collecting and recycling soft plastics and divert them from landfill. It’s a great step forward in achieving New Zealand’s goal of transitioning towards a circular economy.”

Underway since May 2021, the project is taking many hands to make light work; those keen to assist will find further information at www.conservationvolunteers.co.nz.

Board chair, Andy Baker said that if the funding prevented one significant incident it would have paid for itself.

“We must protect our environment.

Industry can play a part by adopting practices around things such as safely storing products we don’t want accidentally spilling into our waterways,” Mr Baker said.

“Attention has been aimed at rural waterways, but there are also issues in town.

Following the farming example, urban people can make changes and play their part too.”

The Healthy Waters’ initiative aims to educate businesses on ways to prevent stormwater pollution, making practical recommendations about the impact company activities can have on local waterways, Mr Baker added.

“Businesses don’t set out to pollute, but accidents happen. The programme includes site inspections and discussions about potential issues and water pollution risks, so that businesses know how to respond if something goes wrong.”

When changes are recommended, businesses receive a report and follow-up visit. Common recommendations include properly containing environmentally hazardous substances and ensuring there are response plans which include staff access to spill equipment.

The programme also shows businesses how their sites connect to the stormwater network and local waterways.

Franklin first funded the programme in 2020, starting in southern Pukekohe where about 80 companies were visited and more than 20 received reports, with two actual pollution cases identified. Practices were changed to prevent further incidents.

Mr Baker added that eco-friendly car washing products also indicated ‘greenwashing’ was a growing problem. “Stormwater drains are only for rain, not biodegradable detergents, no matter how ‘green’ they are,” he concluded.

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Jennian Homes BUILDING BETTER CONNECTED COMMUNITIES Early in their building careers together, Vincent and Michelle Costello found themselves walking their dog every evening around new developments looking through each new home. This was two decades ago and where they first discovered their passion was not only building homes, but also their commitment to happy and connected communities.

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wner operators of Jennian Homes Franklin, Michelle and Vincent, believe that people who have a genuinely positive journey building their home are better connected and engaged in the new communities they call home.

Moving into their new home is a celebration of pride and accomplishment of what they have achieved with their builder.

Michelle says: “The emotion of walking through homes people would one day live in really fueled our passion. Understanding that while every home was so uniquely different and designed to suit each family perfectly, each one had come together to reside together in one community.

“This led to an interest about how communities grow and families from all walks of life meld together despite having different ideas and passions as to how they would like to live.

“Walking happy and relaxed clients through their brand new home is of course an

Michelle and Vincent Costello

incredible moment,” Michelle adds. “Having a part in creating happy and safe communities is the overwhelming reason we go to work every day and is the over-riding purpose of the team at Jennian Homes Franklin.”

On setting out Michelle and Vincent decided that creating a journey which allowed clients the freedom and tools to enjoy and really be a part of forming their future, would be a focus and driver in their business.

Jennian Homes Franklin has an extensive catalogue of client testimonials which shows how genuinely honest and transparent their approach really is to building beautifully crafted homes.

Michelle emphasizes: “There is nothing better than seeing our clients enjoying their dream home and being immersed within their community. We take immense pride in this. ” Be in touch with the team at Jennian Homes Franklin; they can tailor standard plans to accommodate your personal touch, or design and can build your unique home.

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hanks to Auckland Council, the organisations’ home ground of Bledisloe Park is set to benefit from upgrades to lighting, drainage and irrigation.

On announcing the work (in August 2021), Franklin Local Board Chair, Andy Baker, said improvements are required for the ground to stay ‘up with the play’ as the region’s population grows.

“We are committed to having a healthy community that gets out there and stays fit and active. We all know about the benefits taking part in sport brings, not only on a physical level but also in terms of building a sense of belonging and community,” he said. “We have to make sure we have facilities that are fit for purpose.”

Upgrades are also in the pipeline for Navigation Homes Stadium in Pukekohe and Beachlands’ Te Puru Park, as well as suggestions work will commence at Karaka Sports Park in future, Mr Baker confirmed.

The final whistle, with regards to improvements at Bledisloe Park, is expected by May 2022.

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Feels like Home.

Three years after welcoming the very first residents to Paerata Rise, demand to call this community home couldn’t be higher. What’s driving the demand to put roots down in Franklin’s newest township?

While Auckland’s current housing market is one factor, Paerata Rise isn’t just your average urban development. It’s oneof-a-kind ethos and impressive master-plan is why residents love to call Paerata Rise home.

A T HRI VI N G KIWI CO MMUN I TY No longer just a vision, the community of Paerata Rise is rapidly taking shape.

Imagine what a thriving Kiwi community will look like in 100 years time…This is it.

Unlike any other urban development in New Zealand, each of the 4,500 homes in the township will be unique.

Strict build guidelines protect the aesthetic integrity and quality of the community’s urban design, meaning residents enjoy high-quality living that is tailored to their lifestyle.

R I G HT O N THE D OO RSTEP Located 40 km’s south of Auckland CBD between Karaka and Pukekohe, Paerata Rise is just five minutes drive to Pukekohe town centre and SH1, 46 — Design and Build Franklin — 2021-2022

providing easy access to all the amenities of Franklin – retail, hospitality and multiple recreation options. No large commercial operations are planned for Paerata Rise, instead light-commercial precincts within walking distance will offer residents a vibrant mix of boutique shops, cafés, restaurants and more, retaining an exclusive ‘village-like’ feel for the township.

Significant new transport infrastructure (including a railway station and commuter hub) is confirmed for Paerata Rise. This will improve northsouth travel, providing better access to local education,

recreation and employment opportunities. If you love the thought of living and working in the same location, a move to Paerata Rise can offer this.

New primary and secondary schools are also confirmed.

Paerata Primary School’s new campus opened in 2021 and St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College will open its campus in 2023. Existing schools within the zone include Pukekohe High School, ACG Strathallan and Karaka Primary School. In due course, the existing Wesley College will move from its current site, replaced by a new Wesley College co-ed high school.

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MI L ESTO N ES Paerata Primary School: Complete Public playground: Complete Second township entrance: Q1 2022 BestStart Educare: Q1 2022 Cycle network: Ongoing Train Station: 2025 Commuter Hub: 2025 Village Green: 2030 New High School: 2032 Additional: Open Space Trail Network Athletic Centre Heritage District Retirement Community 2nd Primary School

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GIVIN G BAC K TO TH E COM M U N IT Y Not many know that Paerata Rise has a philanthropic underpinning - profits from the sale of each section at Paerata Rise are invested back into projects within the local community.

A H OM E U N IQU E TO YOUR LIFE ST Y LE Where you live is more than just a house. It’s your sanctuary, and where you feel part of a community.

Paerata Rise offers an opportunity to design a new home around your own unique specifications.

Magnificent rural views and proximity to the essentials of work and play are also right on your doorstep.

Paerata Rise has appointed a wide selection of expert local Build Partners, to provide buyers with an array of options to suit anyone purchasing a first home, expanding their family, relocating, downsizing, or operating a business from home.

With a variety of house & land packages to choose from, sections in Franklin’s most sought after community range from 150m2 to over 600m2 and are currently priced from $900K to $1.5M. Build Partners will provide tailored options to suit your lifestyle and budget, with the flexibility to create a dream home – unique to you.

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hen it comes to renovations, people often have no idea where to start. “All you may have right now is an understanding of what you don’t like about your current home, and that’s an excellent place to begin. You don’t need to know what needs changing and what your new home should look like. That’s where we come in!” enthuses Kim Reiche, director of Refresh Renovations Franklin, Manukau and Eastern Bays.

Having delivered a huge number of successful renovation projects, Refresh Renovations Franklin relishes transforming a home from mundane to marvellous, creating both functional and joyful spaces, and removing stress from the process.

“Renovations can be stressful, and our team has worked extremely hard to optimise

our approach which marries exceptional design, and a relentless drive for excellence with attention to detail and strong project management systems, to ensure our client’s projects are completed on time, on budget and to the highest standard,” states Kim. Hugely passionate about design, Kim is fortunate to have worked with some of New Zealand’s top designers on prestigious residential and commercial projects throughout New Zealand and overseas.

“Along with our respective areas of expertise, many of us in the team have undertaken our own personal renovations, adding further layers to our deep understanding of the process and the challenges that need to be expertly managed,” adds Kim. Completing a project on time and within

budget can be difficult to achieve when so many people are involved in the process.

Refresh Renovations Franklin utilises bespoke project management systems to ensure clients are not only satisfied, but delighted, with the final result.

For an outstanding professional renovation, delivered on budget and on time, which brings function and joy to your life, relax and let Kim and her team at Refresh Renovations Franklin manage the entire project for you. For more information, call 0800 004 600.

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G.J. GARDNER

Designed to work for you When building a new home, you can really make it your own. As the saying goes, everyone is unique, and G.J. Gardner can make your home unique to you.

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tarting with the floor plan, and going into all the details as well as the little touches that can make big or subtle differences, there are so many ways GJ’s can make your home design unique to you.

G.J. Gardner plans provide real flexibility because they are designed using a system that allows them to be easily modified, without incurring huge expense. Alternatively, they can also design a new home for you from scratch.

Whether you are looking for a purposedesigned home theatre room or a larger garage to accommodate a boat, in most cases, G.J. Gardner’s designs can be modified for little cost. Whatever it is you’re looking for, bring your ideas, sketches or magazine cut outs and your local GJ’s team will work with you to come up with a great solution.

Firstly, it is important to think about room layout and internal requirements. That’s where GJ’s can help choose the right design and layout for your site and lifestyle. What makes G.J. Gardner different is that its plans don’t just look good on paper, they work incredibly well in practice. Designed to maximise living spaces and optimise living flow we include: • Designs which take maximum advantage

of sun and location to achieve seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

• Layouts which combine open plan living but with separate spaces to allow adults and children to enjoy independence and privacy when needed.

• Special entertainment areas where family can enjoy big screen TV and surround

sound music technology without disturbing others.

G.J. Gardner plans take account of different lifestyles and provide flexibility to adapt as family needs and circumstances change.

Wherever you’re planning to build, G.J. Gardner can design a home which will blend perfectly with your local environment.

GJ’s plans are specifically designed to suit New Zealand’s landscapes and climate, so your home will always look at home in its surroundings.

GJ’s Papakura/Franklin has been operating in the area since 1997. The team understands you have unique requirements when building and enjoys working together to design and build you a home to suit you and your lifestyle. The team’s wealth of local building experience and knowledge will ensure your home is constructed using quality products and workmanship.

Happy customers and word of mouth have helped GJ’s become New Zealand’s most trusted home builder year after year. If you’re thinking of building, or want to learn more about the process of designing and building, talk to your local GJ Gardner Papakura/ Franklin team today about building you a home that you can both be proud of.

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THE UPSIDE OF

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an apartment is an Downsizing from a detached home to se children have flown attractive option for many couples who simplify life the nest. It’s often the perfect time to and unlock disposable income.

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ouncing off the walls of a large family home, with all the cleaning and maintenance it demands, can seem an expensive and time-consuming when lifie offers more. However, before making any decision to downsize, be clear on the lifestyle you want.

If not yet ready for another house and garden, albeit smaller, or you have no desire for retirement village living, then scaling down to an apartment or townhouse can give you back quality time and fewer headaches.

A try-before-you-buy strategy may be sensible if the prospect of an immediate change is too dramatic. Consider renting to see whether downsizing is the right choice for you. This doesn’t guarantee a long-term solution but provides a great way to assess the lifestyle an apartment offers. Consider using Airbnb so you can move from one area to another; from one style of apartment or

property to another, with relative ease.

This is one way to discover if living in a smaller property suits and you may also discover the ideal location. But, don’t be fooled into thinking it’s necessarily cheaper living. There can be cash-flow implications when moving into a strata scheme. There will be outgoings to consider including insurance, taxes, maintenance, utilities, landscaping, cleaning and repairs.

A successful downsize requires focus on the normal key elements of property buying otherwise you could fail to maximise the full value of your home and achieve your desired lifestyle.

A local real estate company or property valuer can help homeowners understand the worth of their existing home. A real estate consultant will also have some insights on recent sales of local apartments and townhouses. This will help you make a sober

assessment of the quality of the smaller home you wish to buy.

If considering an older apartment, seek advice from a surveyor or builder on any likely faults or renovations which might be needed.

Seek financial advice to ensure downsizing will give you the desired lifestyle gains and ask about the associated costs of apartment ownership; how they will have an impact on living expenses.

Moving to an apartment will generally require decluttering and quite a bit of it.

Storage in apartments is limited, and opting for external storage may be another hit on your cash-flow so be ruthless when reducing your house lot.

For many, downsizing is liberating and unlocking money tied up in the equity of a large home should provide greater flexibility around the way you wish to live. But do your homework first.

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New south Auckland health park revealed Designs for the expansion of Manukau Health Park released in October 2021 bring to life what will be an approximately 50% increase in the size of the Super Clinic facilities by 2024.

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he planned Manukau Health Park expansion will include the refurbishment of some existing services, the relocation of others and the construction of three new buildings.

In total there will be 48 new clinic rooms,” says Mark Gosche,Counties Manukau Health Board Chair.

“The new north building will include expanded radiology services with new CT and MRI machines. There will also be an expanded breast care centre. The outpatient kidney care centre (Ambulatory Renal), will be relocated from Middlemore Hospital and there’ll be 13 more dialysis chairs for community patients and training for selfadministered dialysis, so that people can manage their care at home.”

Mr Gosche says the new east building will include expanded ophthalmology and women’s health areas, which will increase

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clinics and procedures while a new west building will include four new theatres and new sterile services department.

“Many of the existing services at the Manukau Health Park will be refurbished and repurposed to maximise clinical space,” he adds.

The design has gone through an extensive collaborative design process as the architects engaged with mana whenua, consumers and clinicians.

Project lead, Dana Ralph Smith says “We have worked with local Iwi who were adamant this should be a health park as opposed to a clinic; a place where health is encouraged.

“The entranceway has been made to look more like a marae, giving it a welcoming feel. We wanted the new buildings to feel as familiar, warm and inviting as possible.

“The entrance has been adapted to look like a whare. We hope people will feel

comfortable as they walk into this new place of healing.”

The expansion is important for the future health of everyone in this area, Mr Gosche concurs.

“Growing Manukau Health Park is crucial to our core strategic initiative to separate planned care from acute services, and thereby decongesting Middlemore Hospital.

“The tenders for the first package of infrastructure and enabling works closed recently and we’re planning to break ground before the end of this year.”

Manukau Health Park (Super Clinic and Surgical Centre) provides specialist outpatient appointments and planned (elective) surgeries. It opened in 1997 to provide healthcare for a population which has since grown significantly, so this is a welcome expansion to benefit the communities of South Auckland.

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A new $110 million Spinal Unit and Adult Rehabilitation Unit will also be part of the redeveloped Manukau Health Park.

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he new, purpose-built spinal facility replaces the existing Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit at Otara and the General Rehabilitation Service in the Colvin Complex at Middlemore Hospital.

On announcing the funding early in 2021, the Minister of Health, Andrew Little said patients coming into the facility will have experienced a lifechanging event.

“Quality, modern and fit-for-purpose facilities are absolutely crucial for them and for the specialised staff who care for them.”

The new unit will provide high-quality, integrated services for patients from the top half of the North Island.

Mr Little said making the new facility part of the $229.4 million extended super-clinic meant community rehabilitation teams could work together in the same place to provide physical and vocational therapy.

“This is the kind of thing we need to do across the country – make sure services are working together for the good of patients.

“We have a vision of excellence for our health system. We want to ensure consistent, high- quality care is available when people need it, no matter where they live, and we want to harness leadership, innovation and new technologies to the benefit of the whole population.”

NEW PRIVATE HOSPITAL FOR PUKEKOHE Franklin Hospital, the district’s new and long-awaited private hospital is a welcome addition to the region’s medical facilities.

Opened in August 2021, the new facility offers surgical and endoscopy services, an urgent care pharmacy, radiology, new premises for Pukekohe Family Doctors and a café.

Surgical services cover orthopaedic, gynaecological, plastic, maxillofacial, head and neck, and dental surgeries from specialists who consult at the hospital’s specialist centre and operate in its digital theatres.

Endoscopy services include colonoscopy, gastroscopy, orbera balloon (weight loss programme) and flexible sigmoidoscopy procedures.

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by the book Providing inspiration by the book-full, these top titles are all focused on the one place which stands at the centre of our lives – be it ever so humble (or so substantial), there’s no place like home!

HISTORIC HOMESTEADS OF HAWKE’S BAY For generations, Hawke’s Bay has been home to some of the grandest homes in the country. In this book, Angus Gordon explores the heritage behind a number of houses which dot the landscape as well as their central place in the history of New Zealand’s pastoral revolution.

Loaded with photos, this book is sure to appeal to history buffs, architectural enthusiasts and many others.

Angus Gordon: Historic Homesteads of Hawke’s Bay | RRP $50 | Mary Egan Publishing

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No matter how grand our designs may be, there are few who could build their dreams near so big as those who constructed Christ’s College! However, this book still serves to inspire as it showcases the architectural marvels of this garden city school. Showcasing fundamentals to aesthetic details, the architectural drawings in this book reveal these heritage buildings in all their glory.

Auckland may be a relatively new city on the world stage but, from iconic Victorian landmarks to modern skyscrapers, it is home to a rich range of buildings. With this handy pocket guide (an updated and revised edition), John Walsh and Patrick Reynolds provide maps and more to guide those keen to explore, and learn more about, our Super City.

Sir Miles Warren and Alec Bruce: Architectural Drawings of Christ’s College | RRP $45 | Quentin Wilson Publishing

John Walsh & Patrick Reynolds (photographer): Auckland Architecture – A Walking Guide | RRP $19.99 | Massey University Press

YATES GARDEN GUIDE Gardening may be an age-old pastime, but times change.

Fully revised and updated to reflect the evolving nature of how today’s gardeners grow, this book is suitable for those tending everything from big backyards to (increasingly common) smaller spaces.

Ideal for beginners, as well as those with well-seasoned green thumbs, Yates Garden Guide is a practical guide for gardeners from all walks of life.

Angie Thomas: Yates Garden Guide | RRP $49.99 | HarperCollins

1-MINUTE GARDENER

For more than 20 years, Kath Irvine has helped Kiwis design, build and maintain their gardens.

This book includes photographs and illustrations covering design aspects as well as practical steps for growing edibles – vegetables, fruits and herbs. Thanks to Kath, we can grow produce while also developing gardens with aesthetic beauty too.

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Modern life may be hectic – too hectic to even think about gardening! However, we need not spend a great deal of time (or even have big backyards) in order to produce quality produce for our tables, as this handy book reveals. Featuring 60 illustrated, step-by-step guides for edible gardening, 1-Minute Gardener helps ensure rich rewards for those whose time is most precious.

Keeping edible plants alive long enough to eat their bounty before they bite the dust isn’t always as easy as it sounds.

Thankfully, gardening guru Angie Thomas has complied a treasure trove of information designed to help make sure we enjoy the fruits of our labour.

Perfect for apartment dwellers but also useful for gardeners who like to dabble in a little ‘pot luck’, this book is a handy guide to growing everything from lush leafy greens to tangy citrus, crunchy carrots and vine-ripened tomatoes.

Fabian Capomolla and Mat Pember: 1-Minute Gardener | RRP $29.99 | Macmillan

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Ever feel weighed down by life? It’s time to lighten up!

A book designed for those who reduce their impact on the world around them and make the most of what they have, Living Lightly offers a wide range of practical hacks designed to simplify life and our homes.

In just 30 days, Anita Vandyke can help us learn to live a zero waste lifestyle, making the most of what we have. This book is not designed to make us feel guilty about consuming, it’s all about how we can make smarter choices while we do so, revealing that even small change can make a big difference.

Nicola Turner: Living Lightly – The Busy Person’s Guide to Mindful Consumption| RRP $45 | HarperCollins NZ

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Property owners expect their drainage systems to work perfectly. They want reliability and safe well-constructed systems by which all water is carried away without a hitch. This is where good design from “It really is best stormwater engineers comes into play.

Implementing these designs is the to ensure installation job of drainage professionals such of anything, from water as Drains.co Ltd. tanks to storm water The company has successfully or sanitary wastewater operated its headquarters (office, workshop, storage facilities and systems, is done properly transport fleet) in South Auckland at the outset.” for more than 25 years, providing residential drainage services to clients LIFESTYLE: throughout the greater Auckland region, In towns and urban Franklin, northern Waikato and the Hauraki areas there is more focus Plains. on rain water harvesting for non-potable uses Director, Graeme Garchow believes such as watering the garden or washing the getting sound advice and design work early car. on is bound to prevent problems down the Almost all new designs in the Auckland track. “It really is best to ensure installation of region are coming out with water tanks for anything, from water tanks to storm water or retention (reuse), and detention to reduce sanitary wastewater systems, is done properly peak stormwater flows into waterways. at the outset,” he says. “The last thing anyone Current council practice may require wants is a new home spoiled – or soiled greater use of soak pits and recharge pits for – when such systems back up and let you replenishing ground water resources. down.”

In rural situations, water tank overflows Experts in providing new drainage in are required and some sort of storm water urban and rural districts, Drains.co is focused detention. on ensuring property owners know and These flows are directed to soakage understand the best options available to them trenches or outfall structures to prevent so they can make informed decisions as to scouring and to reduce peak flows which lead what is needed to best meet their lifestyle and to floods after heavy rain events. property needs.

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care or they cease to work so home owners need to undertake maintenance on a regular basis.

Remember: Gutters need regular cleaning.

Water tanks should be pumped out and cleaned every few years; silt traps, soak pits, and detention tanks need cleaning too. Ignore them at your peril and discover the adverse effects when the first big storms of winter arrive.

All this adds cost to the initial purchase and annual maintenance bill so be aware when investigating what services are available.

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onstruction (phase one) of Watercare’s $110 million project began in December 2018 when a new treatment plant was built alongside the existing Parker Lane facility. By September 2021, phase two was underway, with existing batch reactors being converted to activated sludge tanks.

The most significant feature of the entire project, which caters for the booming local population, is an advanced membrane bioreactor process with ultraviolet disinfection.

This will see a major improvement to the discharge water quality into Parker Lane stream, which leads to the Waikato River.

Watercare project manager, Sven Harlos said the work under the banner ‘building better not bigger’ would mark a new chapter in the plant’s history.

“Back in the 1960’s and up to as recently as 2009, Pukekohe’s wastewater was treated via oxidation ponds – a basic form of treatment,” Mr Harlos explained.

“Since amalgamation in 2010, Watercare has put considerable effort into investing in wastewater infrastructure in Franklin. The plant upgrades will mean fewer wet-weather overflows and improve the capacity of the 60 — Design and Build Franklin — 2021-2022

wastewater network. It will also result in a significant improvement to the discharge water quality into the local Parker Lane stream and the Waikato River.”

The plant treats wastewater from Pukekohe, Buckland, Tuakau, Pokeno and Patumahoe. On completion in May 2022, the plant will go from treating flows from 30,000 residents to 60,000 residents.

Major improvements to the Buckland trunk sewer system, including a new pump station and pipework have also taken place.

At its peak, 150 construction staff were on site, making it one of Pukekohe’s largest infrastructure projects in recent years. There were still 30-40 construction workers on site in September 2021 to efficiently convert the existing sequencing batch reactors into activated sludge reactors.

At that time, the project had reached the final round of Engineering New Zealand’s 2021 ENVI awards and the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA) awards. The winners of the IPWEA competition were to be announced early 2022.

One of the most significant achievements took place however many years before when

Watercare successfully collaborated with Iwi to achieve a 35-year, uncontested resource consent.

Nine marae came together as a single entity, Te Taniwha o Waikato, to take part in negotiations. A Cultural Impact Assessment was made and as a result, the plant design was modified so that water clarity as well as the level of pathogens and background bacteria in discharged water was better than the river quality itself.

There are on-going korero about ways to ensure the health of the river, with twice-yearly workshops, as well as regular monitoring.

Watercare Poutiaki Tikanga Maori (Principal Advisor) Richie Waiwai says the organisation is striving for better infrastructure through authentic engagement: “For Maori, an awa (water body) is regarded as an ancestor. The river represents the mana and mauri (life force) of the people, and is central to tribal identity, and their spiritual and physical wellbeing.”

It’s hoped the public will have a chance to view the Pukekohe Wastewater Treatment Plant in 2022 (depending on Covid alert level restrictions).

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“By working with the wider group, we’re able to pass savings on to our customers while also drawing on a vast network of more than 50 independently-owned, like-minded companies,” he says.

“Since my grandfather established the

business, we’ve been focused on serving customers in our community with effective water management solutions – that’s just as true today as then.”

While established values are important, Luke adds that technology has come a long way in the industry.

“The principles of ensuring water is efficiently distributed to where it needs to be remain the same, but, these days, the products involved are much more sophisticated. Our Grundfos and Davey Pumps are a great example of this; they provide faster, more reliable flow, while minimising energy usage in the process.

“That’s where we really come into our element; we’re experts on water solutions so our customers don’t have to be!”

Because even the best products can wear down, Luke advises a pint of prevention is worth a gallon of cure. “Preventative maintenance is essential in saving time, money and grief. Our engineers can assess any system of any scale and provide all necessary servicing or repairs where required.

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From pumping, irrigation, water treatment and filtration systems, to tanks, and swimming and spa pool products, if water runs through, over or around it, Think Water has it covered.

“Water is the lifeblood of farm business and businesses can grind to a halt, resulting in costly downtime, should a single pump (for example) fail,” Luke says. “At Think Water Pukekohe, our job is to keep that lifeblood pumping by providing top-end products and expert installation backed by comprehensive servicing.”

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Out of Europe We miss you, Europe! It seems like an age since we Kiwis could fly over to the other side of the world. However, we can still style our homes with some tasteful (and, in some cases, strange) furniture created by en-vogue, on trend European designers.

We will define our island!

BESIDE THE SEASIDE: If you do like to be beside the seaside, or poolside at least, during summer, London-based designer, Timothy Oulton, is ready to prove why Britannia still rules the ‘waves’. Appearing to be more modern and light than many of his other furniture designs, Tim’s Coastal ranges also seem to connect modern living with England’s culture and history.

Handcrafted using traditional techniques, weathered timber, white marble, light fabrics and soft leather, pieces in this range are intended to reflect a serene, laid-back experience of holiday living. Suited for use indoors or out, the Coastal range is sure to appeal to inhabitants of our islands too. Timothy Oulton furniture can be ordered direct – contact via www.timothyoulton.com. However, pieces are also available in New Zealand exclusively through Dawson & Co’s Auckland showrooms in Parnell and Rosedale.

Best bar none?

CHAIRS? CHEERS! Pulling up a pew and parking one’s ‘derriere’ around a kitchen island or a home bar is a common practice in Kiwi homes. However, not all perches are created

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equal. Standing (or should that be sitting?) in testament to Mezzo Collection’s bar chairs, is its nod to fine mid-century furniture design.

This eclectic range recalls an age of rat packs, playboys and soup cans and, yet, it combines this past era with the shape of things to come.

Effectively, it’s a modern take on a muchadmired, bygone age. Although chairs by this Portugal-based designer may not be available in New Zealand stores, they can be ordered and shipped here by arrangement – contact via www.mezzocollection.com.

Pablo Picasso & MC Escher, pull up a pew CUBIST SURREALIST: When is a cube not a cube?

When it’s a Picasso of course! However, thinking outside the box is not a characteristic limited to cubist painters, as the Not a Cube range from Portugal’s Insidherland demonstrates. Inspired by the work of acclaimed American furniture designer, Donald Judd, the Not a Cube stool is intended to stimulate the mind as well as rest the posterior. Revealing how reality and perception can work in harmony and discord, it delivers a functional optical illusion also reminiscent of the works of the surrealists. Is it a cube? Sometimes. Is it a stool or a table or a chair? Sometimes. Is it available in New Zealand? Yes. Contact Insidherland via www. insidherland.com to purchase and arrange shipping.

Business as unusual...

EU IN UNION: It may be a one room project but this Luxury and Contemporary Office has required many hands to make light work. Created by acclaimed interior designer, Sicilia Shine (from Cyprus-based Finesse Art & Design Bureau), in collaboration with Greek furniture retailer, Deloudis, this range includes feature pieces from Italy and Portugal. While the impressive conference table (from Italy’s i4 Mariani s.r.l) dominates the main office area, the Lapiaz center table and Imperfecto armchair and sofa (from Portugal’s Boca do Lobo) are equally important in the development of a room that lends space for leisure as well as business. Seeming to draw the eye to deliberate flaws, these pieces contrast with the symmetry and clean lines of the boardroom area, giving the impression that corporates should incorporate space in their offices for relaxation after the day’s work is done. While pieces in this project may not be available from New Zealand outlets, they can be ordered online. Contact the companies via www. i4mariani.com or www.bocadolobo.com to make arrangements.

What lies within...

OUTSIDE THE BOX: When it comes to his cabinets in particular, French furniture designer Erwan Boulloud is not afraid to colour outside the lines; way, way, way outside! Testament to the fact that furniture design need not be purely fixated on functionality, but can be an inspiring and inspired art form as well, Monsieur Boulloud’s cabinets open our minds as much as making for an eye-opening experience. Although these pieces (and others from Erwan Boulloud) are not available in New Zealand stores, readers keen to purchase any of his work should contact the company (via www.erwanboulloud.com) to discuss orders and shipping.

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HOME MAKEOVERS ON

a budget

Don’t be afraid to check out pre-loved items in op shops and second hand stores. These days most such stores have many quality items, some not even out of the original purchase box.

fresh Sometimes homeowners yearn for a w for a allo sn’t doe interior look but the budget lift but face a ds major overhaul. If your home nee ble rda you’re low on funds, here are some affo ver. ways to give your living space a makeo 1. Update your window treatments. Pick out new curtains in a pattern you love or opt for shades or blinds that complement the style of your home. Curtain fabrics and blinds vary enormously in price but by shopping wisely at stores such as The Warehouse, Spotlight and more, it’s possible to source ready-made curtains or fabrics extremely reasonably.

2. Refinish your cabinets. Wood cabinets in the kitchen, bathroom or elsewhere can be stripped, sanded and stained or painted to give a fresh appearance. Swap out knobs and handles to further change their look or, perhaps the budget will stretch to new doors if the inner shelving is still in good order. This is less expensive than installing a whole new kitchen.

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3. Paint and re-caulk the bathroom. Fresh paint goes a long way to brightening a room but so does applying caulking in the space around the tub and between the toilet and floor. It’s a small detail which can make a big difference. If the bath has yellowed, but there is no budget for a new one, ask about re-surfacing the old one.

4. Redo the flooring. There are budgetfriendly flooring options including vinyl, carpet, laminate and even tiles. Look for sale days. Unlike timber and stone, these products can be fairly easy to install on your own if you are handy when it comes to DIY jobs.

5. Replace light fixtures. Look for affordable but timeless fixtures or consider investing in a statement piece for your front entrance

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or living room. You can find the materials you need at hardware, lighting and home decor stores. It’s amazing how a new light can change the look of a room.

6. Swap out worn cushions and throws for new ones. Regardless of your main colour scheme you are bound to find cushions in a new shade or pattern which will still tie in with your overall scheme yet will succeed in giving the room a new look.

7. Don’t be afraid to check out pre-loved items in op shops and second hand stores. These days most such stores have many quality items, some not even out of the original purchase box. You’ll be surprised what ‘treasures’ can be found to effect an attractive but low budget interior upgrade.

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HOW MANY

bathrooms?

For many years most New Zealand homes included just one bathroom although, in two storey homes there was usually a toilet on each floor while homes in the upper echelon of society would likely have at least two bathrooms.

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round 1970, the en suite started appearing as almost standard in any new build home not just the most expensive houses but, now, as the price of homes continue to escalate we are again seeing more new builds with just one bathroom or toilet, a saving on cost.

So, if building a new home or wanting to renovate an existing property, the homeowners may be wondering how many bathrooms to install.

Here are some tips to help you make the right choice: • KNOW THE DIFFERENT TYPES: Bathrooms are sometimes categorised as full baths, three-quarter baths, half baths and quarter baths. Full bathrooms have a vanity, toilet, shower and bathtub. Threequarter baths have a shower, vanity and toilet but no tub – a format often favoured for en suites attached to a bedroom. Half baths, often known as powder rooms, only

have a vanity and toilet. Quarter baths, a term not usually used in New Zealand, have just a toilet or, as Kiwis would say, a separate ‘loo’.

• ASSESS THE FAMILY’S NEEDS: It’s important to consider how many people are in your family as well as their accessibility requirements. For example, a bathtub may be difficult for a person with limited mobility to step over, but it’s convenient for bathing young children. If you have teenagers, an extra full bathroom or ‘three-quarter’ bath (en suite) is probably a wise investment and if you have a family member with mobility issues then a large, walk-in shower may be preferable over a cubicle shower especially if a cubicle shower base has a lip. Take into account the type of door on an enclosed shower – a door that swings wide open will probably suit better than a three-panel slider especially for people of large build.

• KEEP THE LONG TERM IN MIND: You should be mindful of the future when

installing or renovating a bathroom. In addition to considering how the needs of your family members are likely to change over time, you should think about how your choices may impact the resale value of your property. Even though some new builds now have only one bathroom, it is often desirable to have an extra toilet.

If you need advice on your renovation project, consult a building contractor in your area.

• BE PRACTICAL: For those who have a generous build or renovation budget, there may be the possibility of including some extra practical solutions, such as a toilet and basin and even a shower near the back door, laundry or garage. Those who do a lot of outdoor work, such as gardening, or have a wellused swimming pool, then a toilet or small bathroom which can be accessed from the outside will save people traipsing through the house in wet swimwear or dirty work clothes.

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arlielle Kitchens is a family owned company with a proud history of designing and manufacturing the highest quality kitchens in the Franklin area. Over the past two decades owners, the McMiken family, has built up a close-knit team of 20 staff, each handpicked for his or her own area of expertise.

“Our reputation means everything to us,” say the McMikens. “As a long-established family business, we have been helping New Zealanders make their kitchen dreams a reality for 25 years. We are committed to providing an exceptional customer experience, from inspiration to installation.”

For its new clients, Carlielle Kitchens offers a free, informal meeting either at their home or at the Pukekohe showroom where they’ll meet with one of the company’s awardwinning designers to chat about their project, key features, budget and timings, and to get a good understanding of ideas and objectives for the client’s new kitchen.

Carlielle Kitchens’ talented designers work across a wide spectrum of styles from traditional to contemporary, and everything in between. All of the design team are fully

qualified in interior or spatial design and have the passion and experience to work with any space.

The company has also developed a range of exclusive cabinet and door products which ensures a new kitchen, bathroom or laundry enjoys a longer life and has optimal performance and a superior design. To back

that up, Carlielle Kitchens provides a 20-year guarantee on its products and workmanship.

Call Carlielle Kitchens today on 09 238 5222 or visit their showroom at 138 Manukau Road, Pukekohe. www.carliellekitchens.co.nz @carliellekitchens

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Fresh kitchen trends

when it comes to our homes. As Spring tends to bring out the best in us ion, spring cleaning gets underway, homeowners come out of winter hibernat es, bigger jobs are undertaken such as accessories are refreshed and, sometim ens have to suit many tastes and fit a re-inventing the kitchen. Of course, kitch have to be booked well in advance to, variety of layouts. Contractors generally help. If feeling energetic, think about so, start planning early and seek design this important area and why not injecting a little more colour and light into at some creative inspiration, the designers match surroundings to the mood? For the into hts insig e offered their expert Wren Kitchens in the United Kingdom hav iration see www.wrenkitchens.com insp e mor spring kitchen trends for 2021. For

ENJOY SLEEK SOPHISTICATION: Style a kitchen to ooze sophistication through seamless cabinetry, integrated appliances, and surfaces which emanate smooth luxury. Choose modern appliances for your walls and surfaces and hide storage behind handle-free displays and cabinetry, which provide a pristine, elegant appearance.

INDULGE IN METALLIC FEATURES: Incorporating metallic accents is often the easiest and most effective way of introducing statement elements offering timeless elegance. A charming copper finish, from piping, lighting, and vintage cookware, works a treat in a traditional space, while silvery touches can go a long way towards taking your contemporary kitchen up a notch. If working around a limited layout, deliver character through surface-top accessories, subtle light fixtures, and cabinet handles, for a sophisticated feel that doesn’t overdo it.

A MONOCHROME MASTERCLASS: Treat your kitchen to a monochromatic makeover by incorporating deep darks and blacks, crisp whites, and timeless greys into your layout. Achieve classic elegance through two-tone designs, with bold, dark cabinetry sitting smartly against contrasting clean, white walls and marbled surfaces. The beauty of monochrome is that the choice of shades across the entire colour spectrum allows various tones to blend without steering from your chosen scheme. Once again a splash of colour, here and there, will soften and enhance the monochrome effect.

THE AGE OF THE KITCHEN ISLAND: Kitchen islands never go out of style. Forming an impressive centrepiece in any kitchen, they offer various practical uses and look great. Suited to a wide array of styles, design your kitchen island to complement your chosen layout, whether it be classic or contemporary. Flexible and practical, islands don’t look out of place in any space and can serve as a work space, an eating/socialising hub and for underneath storage.

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INJECT CHARACTER WITH PASTEL SPLASHES: Get ready to inject bright, seasonal shades and splashes of colour into your kitchen scene. When used correctly, vibrant colours can offer another dimension and really help your kitchen pop. Striking pastels will be particularly prominent, especially when implemented through subtle features and small appliances, and positioned as a powerful statement against a simple, minimalist backdrop. No matter how you choose to use colour in your kitchen, take care not to overwhelm the surroundings. Use colour to liven up your space, without diluting the core colour scheme.

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any a kitchen is still in its prime when the homeowners start thinking it’s time for a new look.

Without going to the expense of installing a new kitchen, a revamp can be achieved simply by changing hardware, adding a few fresh pops of colour by way of flowers, wall décor, or perhaps a fabulous new clock. But the perfect finishing touch comes from new kitchen appliances in stylish, modern colours – they can give the hub of the home a fresh, new feel.

That’s where Russell Hobbs Brooklyn Collection with copper accents comes into play. A hint of copper adds an element of warmth and can inject a relaxed, rustic feel while the metallic aspect also adds a balance of modernity. Add in matte black and the combination creates a fusion of design trends which blend together perfectly.

The Brooklyn collection includes: • The Matte Black & Copper Kettle: Every benchtop needs a touch of ‘glam’ and this kettle delivers glam galore. With its quiet boil technology and combination of all the stunning Brooklyn style elements, it’s a winner!

• Brooklyn Glass Kettle – Copper: Also embracing elements of copper with a tasteful blue illumination that lights up the kettle during boiling, the glass option provides added choice.

The kitchen is your heart of the home, it’s a place where people are welcome, a place where you can be free to express your own personal style. At Dream Doors Kitchens we focus on service and tailor make your kitchen to your requirements. We manage timing during install to ensure minimal disruption. Our consultants are dedicated to helping you create the kitchen where you experience life’s finest moments. Our team will give you all the information needed to make an informed decision.

• Brooklyn 4 Slice Toaster – Copper: Packed with features such as easyto-clean, removable crumb trays, independent browning control and high lift to remove toast easily, this toaster will perfectly complement your choice of kettle.

• Brooklyn Air Fryer: Cooks favourite foods up to 80% faster with little or no added oil. Digital touch screen display, large 5L capacity and seven preset cooking functions means cooking healthy meals for the family has never been easier!

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SPACE SAVING IDEAS FOR

small bedrooms Kiwi homes of the past, especially those built prior to the 1970s, were often threebedroomed but sometimes the third bedroom was suitable for only one single bed. Whether a child’s room, guest room or main bedroom, such rooms often leave today’s occupants wishing for more space.

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ut there are ways to maximise space even in a small room. For example, under-bed storage can be a boon. You could buy a bed with built-in under storage or simply use bins and boxes to tuck underneath.

If your bed is too close to the ground, use bed risers or fit longer legs to elevate it.

Alternatively, consider investing in a loft bed – a single elevated bunk which allows for a

dresser underneath, or better still, a desk unit or even a sofa.

Opt for double-duty furniture.

Look for floor lamps with shelves, ottomans with storage space and cabinets fronted by a full-length mirror.

If the room is a nursery consider a dresser which can also be used as a changing table.

Wall cabinets and shelves close to the ceiling will also provide added storage.

And why not pop a shelf above the door? This often-ignored area is ideal for a shelf where you can place a couple of pretty baskets or bins to hold your things not needed on a daily basis.

Use the space behind doors, too. Attach hooks, towel rails, over-the-door organisers or peg boards to the backs of the bedroom door or closet doors.

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Rapid advancements in technology mean many homeowners are now automating their homes including individual appliances.

Essentially, home automation brings multiple domestic subsystems together in a single interface and allows interaction between these systems. This can increase energy efficiency and savings, improve security and safety, and make life easier by removing mundane daily tasks such as switching on and off lights, opening curtains or watering the garden.

An intuitive smart home can even sense

when you are coming home from work and ensure the door is unlocked, music is playing, the drapes drawn and the temperature just right when you arrive and walk indoors.

In fact, many appliances such as the washing machine or drier can be operated remotely and there is even a Smart built-In convection double wall oven which features Wi-Fi and a built-in camera so you can control the temperature and watch a live stream of food cooking on your phone or tablet.

Although there are many possibilities to customise comfort zones, make energy savings and, generally, improve your everyday life, some areas to consider are: • Lights – your lights can turn on when you arrive home, and off when you leave • Door locks – open your door with a code

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The Aquor New Zealand hose tap range incorporates the best of form meets function.

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TO GET YOU STARTED: • Create a designated space to safely store tools, fertilizers, pool chemicals and other potentially dangerous items. Keep them well away from inquisitive hands and don’t keep toys in the same area.

• If planning to build a multi-tiered garden, consider using ornamental gates and ramps (with a handrail) to reduce the risk of falls – these will also be useful for elderly visitors.

• Be doubly sure pools, ponds and other bodies of water are properly fenced off and only accessible through a gate which latches. Drownings at home are far too common in this country especially where safety measure have been inadequate.

Check council’s fencing rules.

• If using stakes to support climbing plants in your vegetable garden, cover the ends to

prevent injuries in the event that someone trips and falls.

• When it comes to planting your garden, choose non-toxic species without latex or thorns. Or, better still, opt for edible plants.

Ask advice if you are unsure as to which plants may cause harm.

Finally, don’t over clutter your lawn with garden art. Allow children room to play without worrying about damaging pots or sculptures.

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FURNISH WISELY – Multifunctional pieces are ideal for small areas. For ty sizes per pro ws, gro sing hou example, a sturdy deck for and dem As the for m roo box can be used as both g win allo ely bar ny have reduced with ma storage and seating. ily. fam e larg a n children’s play or even to entertai Modular furniture is another option as it can easily be rearranged and adapted to suit awkward spaces.

• DESIGN VERTICALLY – Growing vines up a wall, fence or trellis is a great way to add greenery to your yard without using up a lot of ground space. You can also hang planters, string fairy lights, install a tree swing and store garden tools on hooks along the fence.

• USE CORNERS – Nooks and crannies have a lot of potential, so use them wisely. Increase your seating with a wooden corner bench or take advantage of an unusual angle to highlight a decorative piece such as a sculpture, shrub or fountain.

• AVOID BULKY FURNITURE – choose outdoor settings wisely. Opt for smaller chairs and tables, which can be easily moved around, over big outdoor couches and armchairs..

• CREATE DEPTH – If you have a narrow yard, opt for long, thin pavers

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rather than square ones to draw your eye toward the back of the yard.

Alternatively, create a winding path to make the space appear wider. Place plants with small, dark foliage at the rear of your garden, and choose red, orange and yellow flowers with big, bold leaves for the front.

• FORGET THE GRASS – Most homeowners still expect to have a natural grass lawn but on small properties with limited access this can be a hindrance. Now, more homeowners are realising natural grass lawns require time and money to maintain and can waste water too. Additionally, the cost of a lawn mower, edger and other lawn maintenance tools is difficult to justify when a small backyard allows for only a tiny lawn.

So, why not consider artificial turf which is a far cry from the ‘fake grass matting’ of yesteryear. Installing a small section of quality, synthetic grass will provide an inviting look of natural grass without the ongoing expense and maintenance of a natural lawn. Manufactured grass also provides a level, stable ground cover for play areas and is easy to clean when used as a restroom by pets. New synthetic lawns look like natural grass and are ideally suited to small areas.

Finally, in general most items needed to make the most of a small yard can be found at a local garden centre and hardware store with a others available at speciality outlets Look before you buy!

ELEVATE YOUR GARDEN Kiwis love their outdoor living so it makes sense that you will want your yard looking its best especially when outdoor entertaining is on the agenda.

In cultivating a lush garden, remember to consider its height to provide shade, privacy and a sense of presence.

Here are some tips to help create a garden reminiscent of a tropical paradise: • Tall plants: Select exotic species with large leaves that grow upward and outward. Ficuses, monsteras, philodendrons and palm trees are all great picks especially in moderate climates such as Auckland.

• Climbing plants: Guide vines up walls, along fences and around other structures such as pergolas or archways to expand the reach of your garden. If you want to add a splash of colour, choose flowering species.

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• Epiphytic plants: Commonly found perched on trees in rainforests, these plants can grow without soil.

To recreate this look, mount orchids, bromeliads and tillandsias to a pergola or trellis. But be sure you’ll have time to care for these delicate plants.

• Potted plants: A simple way to add some height to your garden is to fill pots, baskets and hangers with greenery and arrange them on shelves, ladders, fences, tables and other elevated hardscape.

Finally, if you have the room, consider planting one or more mid size trees. As they grow, they’re sure to take your yard to new heights!

Lazy, hazy days…

BY THE POOL! In the summertime when the living is easy there is no place like a pool…a Donaldson pool!

When it’s hot, when it’s fine and especially when cool times are called for, Kiwis know a dip in the pool, their own pool, means they’re enjoying the best in life.

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here’s nothing quite like coming home and jumping into your own pool – particularly on a summer’s day when you’ve been roasting in a hot car queued in congested commuter traffic trying to escape the rat race!” company director, Nigel Donaldson, says.

What’s more, transforming a backyard into a tropical oasis is smooth going for Nigel and his team who have been installing pools of many shapes and sizes for more than 30 years. “Our customers expect a speedy service but they also want quality delivered with expertise and that is something we are sticklers for,” he says. “We produce pools in a wide range of finishes and can work at any time of year. Once structural drawings are completed and we’ve had the permit approved by council, we can agree on a start date.”

Constructed from reinforced spray concrete, Donaldson Pools can be created in any shape or size in order to suit the lay of the land anywhere. “By working with your section, we can tailor a swimming pool to accentuate rather than dominate the site and also ensure it suits the clients’ needs and personal landscaping tastes.”

Usually completed within 8-10 weeks after

breaking ground, Donaldson Pools comes in a range of options such as black pools with exposed pebble floors, black marble plaster walls and dark tile bands on the waterlines, through to white marble or New Zealand Pebble Plaster in a range of colours.

“Functionality is important when it comes to cooling off in summer,” Nigel says. “But style is a must so, even in winter, pools can form the centrepiece of a beautiful backyard, a place to relax, unwind and reflect on life.”

Featuring an experienced team of specialists, including Nigel’s twin sons, Andy and Steve, Donaldson Pools has satisfied customers throughout the greater Franklin region as a result of working with each and

every one to understand their vision and create a well engineered, stylishly designed pool best suited to their families and lifestyles.

“There’s no need to sit and sweat it out over summer,” Nigel confirms. “Just think you can have your own at home holiday resort in no time at all just take a look at our website (donaldsonpools.co.nz) to get a better idea of the work we do then give us a call on 0274 773 186.”

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