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ix days after its official opening, Pakuranga’s new splash pad is now closed. The temporary closure at Lloyd Elsmore Pools and Leisure Centre follows safety concerns from parents over children slipping. “Until we investigate further, we’re unable to say exactly why the surface isn’t performing up to

our expectations and appears to be more slippery than other splash pads throughout the region,” says Auckland Council head of active recreation, Rob McGee. “We have not received any incident reports relating to this new facility; however we have observed some behaviour relating to the surface that we’re not 100 per cent comfortable with.” McGee says the splash pad might

need repainting which would keep it out of action for a few days. The splash pad, which was delivered through a partnership between Auckland Council and ANZ, was officially launched last Wednesday. Seven-year-old Olivia Morfett and her classmates from Macleans Primary School were the first to make a splash in the new facility featuring sprinklers, mist sprayers and fountains.

Olivia, who was one of the Auckland Council and ANZ ‘Design a Rashie’ competition winners says she felt lucky to be able to bring her classmates to the opening and squealed with excitement as it was switched on. “I can’t wait to tell all my other friends that aren’t in my class about the [splash pad] and come here in the holidays for play dates,” she says. ➤ Turn to Page 2

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teams they beat over the two day tournament to take home gold. “We are proud of our talented team of articulate, sophisticated thinkers,” says English teacher Anne Botha who coordinates the Howick College debating teams. “In the tournament their strength came from their ability to form and respond to arguments, as well as their openness to the feedback provided by adjudicators.” She was impressed with how they worked as a team, reflecting on their perfor-

ictory bells are ringing at Howick College this week as the junior debating team celebrates its win at the Auckland Junior Debating tournament. Year 10 Howick College students Ethan McCormick, Emily Bennett and Sophie Fooks competed against 16 teams to take home the top spot over the weekend. Diocesan School for Girls, St Cuthbert’s and Sacred Heart College were among the

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mance and applying what they learned from each debate to the next one which enabled them to go from strength to strength during the tournament. The debaters had to rely on only their general knowledge, critical thinking and speaking skills to sway the audience, with only one hour given to prepare for the case and no research allowed. The team says it is thrilled with its success in the tournament, and enjoyed the challenge of this year’s debate.

Splash pad closed for assessment ➤➤From page 1 Howick local Board chairperson David Collings also joined in the fun by running into the splash pad alongside the students – in his suit. The opening ceremony was also celebrated by representatives from Auckland Council and ANZ, including Mayor Phil Goff and ANZ retail and Business Banking Managing Director Antonia Watson, as well as kaumatua. Mayor Phil Goff says the two new splash pads are a win for Auckland families, offering kids

a safe and active way to have fun this summer. “The new splash pads are a fantastic addition to the local communities and will be a hit over the coming warmer months. They are designed to get Aucklander’s active with their families to enhance health and wellbeing and bring communities together.” Ms Watson says ANZ’s investment in the splash pads is in line with the bank’s strategic partnership with the council to make Auckland a great place to live.

“As New Zealand’s largest bank, we are always looking for new ways to give back to the local communities. “Auckland is growing rapidly and we are pleased to help develop more public shared spaces, so children and families can enjoy time together,” Watson says. McGee says they are working through identifying and resolving the issue as quickly as possible so the splash pad is back up and running for the community to enjoy over Christmas.

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Let’s start at the beginning Howick last month celebrated its 170th birthday. Today we begin a column penned by Alan La Roche which will run for the year and guide us nicely toward the district’s 175th anniversary celebrations. Alan is on the Board of The Howick and Districts Historical Society Inc and works as a volunteer at the Howick Historical Village about four days a week. The title of Howick Historian was conferred on him by the Manukau City Council and Howick and Districts Historical Society.

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t’s long been associated with illegal activity and the dark net, but now one local restaurant is bringing Bitcoin into the light. Porterhouse Grill in Pakuranga is now offering the digital currency as a payment option, along with more traditional options such as cash and card. Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency which works worldwide without attachments to any traditional bank and payments cannot be traced. The anonymity of it has led to the currency gaining popularity with criminal activity online but Porterhouse Grill owner Adrian Loy says that’s an outdated association. He says if the Bitcoin trend continues to grow upwards – which he says it should - they’ll see more people

using the method. Porterhouse Grill implemented the system last week and is yet to receive a Bitcoin payment but Loy believes it will catch on. He says it’s a case of if you build it, people will come. “Particularly amongst the Chinese in our community, Bitcoin is taking off.” One Bitcoin today is worth $17,180. In 2012 one Bitcoin was worth roughly US$13 ($18.9).

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attended the 19-year-old Queen Victoria’s Coronation with their regiments nine years earlier. On October 18, only four weeks earlier, Major George Grey, Bishop Selwyn, Major Richmond [the Brigade Major], and Felton Mathew, the Surveyor General, all swam their horses over the Tamaki River and rode over to Howick bay where they decided on the site for a Fencible settlement. Felton Mathew had surveyed Pakuranga and Howick in 1843 and farms were available for one pound an acre then. The price of farmland in Howick and Pakuranga increased dramatically as soon the settlement of Howick started in 1847 and continues today.

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On the 15th November 1847, 170 years ago, the first settlers arrived at Waipaparoa – Howick Beach. They were members of the Royal New Zealand Fencible Corps, called Pensioners in their day, but we call them Fencibles. There were three sailing-ships that brought these retired soldier-settlers who would settle in Howick. They were the Minerva, the Sir Robert Sale and the Sir George Seymour from Britain to Auckland Harbour. After the war in Northland the Governor needed troops to protect Auckland. Fencibles, retired soldiers, were much cheaper than regular soldiers. The first ship to arrive in Auckland harbour was the Minerva from Gravesend, London in a 95 day “good voyage” without stopping arriving on October 8, 1847. There were no complaints about the food, water, the accommodation, or the crew. There was a doctor on each ship; on the Minerva one woman and six children died but six children were born. The doctor was paid 10/- for every passenger who arrived alive at the destination. They were allowed to go ashore in

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Three local students have taken up a noble cause – doing their bit to help protect some of the world’s wildlife. Here’s their appeal to the community: People of Howick and Pakuranga, Did you know that the world’s tigers, elephants, rhinos and zebras are in constant danger because of poaching? Did you know that you could play a part in helping to protect and preserve these beautiful animals? We are Kayla, Emily and Sammie and we are Year 8 students from Bucklands Beach Intermediate. This term we have been researching the terrible effects of poaching and we want to take action against this senseless and violent activity. Rhino horns and elephant tusks are illegally removed from murdered or dying animals and the ivory is sold for overwhelming high prices. The skins and body parts of tigers and zebras are also extremely valuable to poachers and these people are willing to risk breaking the law to kill these protected animals. We need to help stop this tragedy. Environments are damaged by the loss of these precious animals as they each play an important role in their habitats. There are two ways that you can make a difference. The first is to never buy or trade in ivory, animal fur or food and

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medicines containing poached animals. The second way that you can help is to donate or adopt a rhinoceros, tiger, elephant or zebra from a charity such as World Wildlife Fund or https://rhinos. org/adopt/. We fundraised around our neighbourhood and adopted Harapan the rhino for a day. Think about what a great Christmas gift this would be for the person who has everything and loves animals. Hopefully you have taken something away from this and will consider helping out towards the cause.

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Change for the sake of change. Why else would you make such drastic changes to a service that is not only working but userfriendly and attaining increasing patronage. Currently, before December 10, it is possible to get a Howick and Eastern bus to both Middlemore Hospital and Auckland Hospital. To Greenlane Clinic it currently requires two buses. But in their infinite wisdom, Auckland Transport have decided that is too efficient, too effective and too user-friendly. So they have organised an early Christmas gift for all Howick and Eastern Bus users with cancellation of the Middlemore Route, replacing it with a bus and train ride, the Howick to Britomart (stopping at Auckland Hospital) with the addition of a change of bus at Panmure. For Greenlane Clinic this now means three buses. It is very clear that it is time for the boffins responsible for such changes, should vacate their nice comfortable seats and go and see and talk to the people that use these services before justifying their comfortable salaries by saying “look what we did”. Yes indeed, look what you have done! You will be late, you will be confused, Busageddon, December 10, 2017. Merry Bloody Christmas to you Auckland Transport.

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olitude, liberating, self reliant, mindful, poetry is how Laura Rust describes Via Francigena, a 1100km journey from Zurich to Rome on foot. For Mellon’s Bay resident Laura and her partner Steve Lowe who accompanied her for the first 250km of the journey, it was an exercise in endurance, desperation and gratitude coupled with the intimacy of being with oneself. Laura doesn’t think much of the bleeding feet, blisters and the times she got hopelessly lost- and thought she would be a bag of bones if she didn’t find her way out. In medieval times, Via Francigena was an important pilgrimage route through England, France, Switzerland and Italy for those wishing to see the Holy See and the tombs of the apostles of Peter and Paul. Laura, who works with Totara Hospice, resigned from her job to take the 46-day epic journey. The route she followed on foot started at Lausanne and mapped its way through Aosta, Vercelli, Piacenza, Lucca, Siena, Viterbo and ended in Rome. It involved covering a mountains pass, endless fields, beaches, cathedrals, villages and cities on foot. Last year, she did the 800km Camino Santiago pilgrimage. “Though I have been baptised, I am not a religious person. However, there is something deeply spiritual about slow travel and just using your legs and your mind to walk through countries,” says the 54-year-old. Not the kind of person who holidays-by-the-pool, Laura has done the cycle trails of New Zealand as well as the Tongariro Crossing and the Te Araroa trail from Cape Reinga in the North to Bluff in the South. In comparison to Camino that offers a lot of accommodation and food options, she says that Via Francigena is rougher. “It’s authentic as it challenges you physically and spiritually. Metaphorically speaking, it’s like

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who was grieving for his elderly parents and there was this young man who didn’t feel he met the definition of a pilgrim.” A former nurse who worked in the intensive care unit, Laura says that death and dying were a great motivation to be truly alive and healthy. “I work with the dying and one of the people at Hospice told me to pray for him along the way, and I did,” The road is rough and you don’t always see things that please you, she says. There was a lot of rubbish and sick animals in Italy. “It’s like seeing behind the fence. And that propels me to contribute to the world. “Greater the misery, greater the victory,” she smiles. Walking around 25km a day with 12kg on her back she paced herself well, though there were days when the temperature hit 40 degrees. So how does she feel, now that she has completed an epic pilgrimage? “Your pilgrimage never ends,” she says. “For some people it starts when you return to normality. You start applying the changes you need to make.” In the meanwhile she is reading up on Via Egnatia that runs though Albania, Macedonia to Istanbul and could end in Jerusalem.

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I seriously doubt the capacity of Auckland Transport personnel to make rational decisions regarding the placement of their “new” bus stops. On Macleans Road, just above the Murvale roundabout on the left side heading uphill towards Bleakhouse Road, there has been a new bus stop marked on the road. The rear end of this particular stop is approximately 22 metres from the roundabout exit and will almost certainly create a traffic hazard whenever a bus is stopped there. The “new” stop on the lower side of the roundabout is approximately 45 metres from the roundabout exit which is almost acceptable in terms of allowing traffic flow. (The) photograph (shows) the closeness to the roundabout exit of the uphill stop location.

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Traffic congestion worsening A contributing factor to our congested traffic could be the transport of children to their out-of-zone schools. The Bucklands Beach Peninsula, where I live, suffers badly

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from traffic congestion. At the recent Bucklands and Eastern Beaches Residents and Ratepayers Association’s annual general meeting, one local resident complained that because of the traffic, she had difficulty just getting out of her property. Compared with the 53 outof-zone pupils that Macleans College had in 1999, this year, according to the Ministry of Education, it has 579 out-of-zone pupils. If out-of-zone pupils are travelling by car rather than by bus, this figure represents a lot of vehicles travelling in and out of this area within a short space of time. Other examples in the wider Howick area are Pakuranga College which apparently has 589 out-of-zone pupils and Howick College which has 759. Perhaps the Howick Local Board should be asking the Ministry of Education or our local schools to review the criteria for out-of-zone enrolments, with a view to reducing the number of vehicles clogging our roads to transport children to out-of-zone schools.

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Transport charges doubled Re: 552 cancellation to Panmure and City. I, as many other people in my area, would like to make a complaint about the cancellation of this bus service. I have caught this bus to town

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Village a hive of activity leading to Christmas nook and cranny you would be able to listen to a band, hear the infectious laughter, visit the fashion show, enjoy professional entertainers, and see families interacting with each other in a fantastically perfect way. The Howick Village Business Association are pleased that the Howick Local Board Lighting of the Christmas tree occurs alongside our Midnight Madness event, as there is a flurry of activity all over the Village and has proved to be a part of a truly iconic ‘Howick family event”. At Stockade Hill, the schools stepped up to the plate to provide entertainment from their dance and Kapa Haka groups, and choirs. Stockade Hill was the best place to see the view of the stunning harbour view and enjoy the family entertainment, amongst local families in our community. Plans are underway for events and activities for the whole family in 2018. It’s hard to believe that the New Year is also so close to descending upon us. Over the Christmas period, your family might like to check out “Howick’s Heritage” app. This is a great tool to go for a walk around the town centre,

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along what could be called a ‘mystery tour’, to see some heritage sights, and learn more about them. Tours listed take up to 1 hour to walk (or slower if you stop for a coffee) and are suitable for all ages and stages of people. This year is special in Howick Village – The launch of Howick Dollars. This promotion gives all of our local shoppers an opportunity to enter a draw with any purchase to win one of three prizes. The winning Howick dollars are vouchers that can be spent in participating village stores. Prize values are $500, $250 and $50. Ask at the sales counter when you make a purchase if you can enter to be in to win this Christmas. Prizes drawn December 22. Finally, I would like to publically thank all of those involved in Midnight Madness event, from the organisers, to clubs, groups, businesses, stakeholders, volunteers, and everyone else in between. It is a privilege to be able to provide this event as it is successful in bringing our entire community together. Happy Christmas everyone! Take care until next time Wendy Dunn – Howick Village Business Association Manager.

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When someone said to me recently, “Christmas is coming”, it felt like yesterday, but in fact it was in May, and now I see that Christmas is literally weeks away. The year has disappeared rather quickly. The Howick Village has become alive with events and activities over the past few months. Stores are actively showing their ‘specials tables’ and dressing up their window with festive decorations. There is a great vibe in the centre at the moment, with shoppers of all ages enjoying the boutique shopping experience here in the Village. So many opportunities to purchase that fantastic gift for Christmas, that’s for sure. Midnight Madness, what a blast!, So many people in the streets, performers, families, community groups and businesses, all putting their best foot forward on the night. The Midnight Madness vibe in the main street was fantastic. The people (aside from a few young ones) were beautifully behaved, and our community groups stepped up to the fore to produce a fantastic array of sounds, dance and movement to showcase their groups to the onlookers. From every

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The sun once again shone bright for the annual Howick Santa Parade on Sunday. More than 50 floats took part in the community event of the year as thousands of spectators basked in the glorious sunshine. Times photos Wayne Martin

ong-time parade organiser and Times circulation manager Emma Smith, who is now passing on the reins of the parade, said her time in charge has been an honour. “I’d like to thank the local community for their support over the past 11 years. The parade wouldn’t be as wonderful as it is without their

involvement. The amount of groups who take part each year is amazing and the effort they make is outstanding,” she said. “I need to thank all our volunteers from Times Newspapers for their help over the years on parade day and for all the work they do behind the scenes. “I’d also like to take this opportunity to thank all our

other sponsors. Without them the parade wouldn’t happen. So thank you, and long may their support continue.” Howick Santa Parade 2017 Float Winners, as judged by Times managing director Reay Neben and Howick Local Board member Adele White. ■■ Best Float of the Day: Star of

the Sea, Nativity Pacifica ■■ Best Pre-School: Howick Baptist Kindy ■■ Best School: Mellons Bay Primary, Dr Seuss theme / Howick Primary, Gingerbread House ■■ Special Acknowledgement walking groups: Combined Rotary / Pakuranga Chinese / Taylor’s Dance Group

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resurfaced in response to recent comments suggesting that gay partners of state guests should not be allowed to dine with the Emperor or Empress of Japan. Williamson, who turned 66 in March and held the Pakuranga seat for 30 years, told the Times: “It all came as a bolt from the blue to me. My Twitter account just one day went crazy and I had no idea why.” He believed his gay marriage speech had been completely forgotten. “However marriage equality is currently being debated

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New World Howick celebrated its third birthday last week with three grocery grabs. To celebrate and to thank its customers for their support the supermarket decided to give away three grocery grabs. Customers had to simply ‘like’ the New World Howick Facebook Page to be into win. Three locals were drawn as the winners - Jeanette Judd from Buckland Beach, Vikki Neville from Maraetai and Linda McLeod from Eastern Beach. The grocery grabs took place on Saturday December 2 where the contestants got 3 minutes to run around the store with a trolley and fill it up with as many items as they could.

“My car was just broken into last week and to win this sort of prize at this time of year is amazing,” a teary Vikki told New World Howick when she was told she had just won. Jeannette was elated as well. “There are 18 of us going away for Christmas. My kids grandkids and the whole family so this has been a blessing” Customer service manager Mazz Mitchell said the grocery grabs were a great success. “Our winners walked away with over $6000 worth of groceries. “We here at New World Howick are all about our customers. The community has supported us over the last three years and we wanted to return the favour and do something fun”

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Our next meeting is on December 12 at Te tuhi Art Centre at 9.30am. We will be entertained by our share Christmas lunch, members to bring a plate. First meeting in the New year will be in February and first outing will be to lavender farms at Waiuku. $35. Phone Bonnie 273-7538, Maureen 576-7661.

Classy Crafts Indoor Market on December 9 inside All Saints Community Centre, 30 Cook St, Howick, 9am-1pm. A wide range of quality NZ-made crafts ideal for Christmas gifts - jewellery inc. bone & paua; soaps, denim bags, Christmas homewares, novelties, children’s clothing, soft toys & books. Phone Ruth 535-7513.

Christmas Party

Elim Music presents a Christmas Party with lots of music at the Elim Christian Centre, 159 Botany Road, Botany Downs. The event will be hosted on December 13 at 10am. There will also be games and spot prizes at the Christmas Party. All are welcome. It’s a free event.

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Indoor market on Saturday, December 16 inside All Saints Community Centre, 30 Cook St, Howick, 9am-1pm. A wide range of quality NZ-made crafts ideal for Christmas gifts - jewellery, denim bags, homewares, novelties; children’s clothing, books & toys. We wish our supporters a very Happy Christmas. Phone Ruth 535-7513.

Come celebrate a Polish Christmas with stories, traditions and make decorations using paper and wool. $8 per person. On Sunday, December 10 from 2-4pm. Bookings phone 533-3530. Polish Museum, 125 Elliot St, Howick.

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The last meeting for the year will be held in the Fencible Lounge Uxbridge Rd at 1.30pm on Sunday December 10. It will be a time mainly to socialise as there is no speaker this month. Please bring your plants for display. There will be a feast at the conclusion of events. Visitors welcome, entry $5. Phone Anton 537-1251.

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Support group meetings for those needing help for loneliness, anxiety, depression, shyness or similar. Contact 021-0491360 or visit www.grow.org.nz to find where groups meet.

Probus Club of Howick.is a club for retired or semi-retired men and women, 10am, Friday December 8, St Andrew’s Church Centre, Vincent St, Howick. we will be entertained by the choir from Howick Primary School. We have a monthly luncheon group, we go on regular bus outings, have a theatre group and each month we have an interesting speaker. Phone Cliff 5345246.

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Howick Horticultural Society’s next meeting is on Thursday December 14 at 10.30am, Haseler Hall, All Saint’s Church, Selwyn Road, Howick followed by a shared lunch (please bring a small plate). Our speaker Is Jacqui Knight from the MBNZT. Members please note there will be a sweet pea competition and a Christmas table decoration competition, so remember to bring a entry. There will also be a raffle, trading table and library.. Visitors welcome. Phone 535-4769.

Gearing up for Summer F inalist for the MTA Award Northern Region 2017, the team at Howick Auto Centre and Electrical take pride in the fact that they are finalists in the five staff or less category that had garages from the Harbour Bridge to the Bombay Hills competing for excellence in the category. The team would like to thank all clients for their support and votes. As it is now spring, its time to think about the Boats both trailer and Marina , along with caravans and other holiday equipment.... Howick Auto in partnership with YUASA Battery have some red hot specials on our premium range of batteries and the Seafearer range, Howick Auto Centre are the biggest suppliers of batteries in East Auckland-for camper vans, boats and vehicles. “Battery technology has come a long way with modern vehicles and a partnership with a top brand like that keeps us updated and ahead of the game,” says Dion. Come in and see the team to get your batteries sorted before Christmas. Dion who is leading their initiative to offer the very latest in cutting edge technology in diagnostic and

Cello recital

Christmas Cello Recital at Pakuranga Library, Saturday, December 9, 1.30pm. Local cellist Irina Getman and one of her students will be performing a selection of Christmas carols and popular tunes for cello duo. Everyone welcome.

Howick Choir

Come along and join Howick Choir on Wednesday evenings 7:15pm-9:15pm during school term time, Owairoa Primary School, School Hall, 85 Nelson St, Howick, fee $100 per term. Our choir is non-auditioned and open to all ages from 16+. A great way to meet new people, sing your heart out and have some fun. Contact Mel on 021 677778 or mel@thechoir.co.nz.

Teacher session

Come and see what the Polish Museum has to offer your class. Free teacher orientation. Tuesday December 12, 2pm-3pm. Polish Museum, 125 Elliot St, Howick. Ph 533-3530.

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scanning tools for auto electrical issues. “The business has been here for nearly 50 years, but we keep right up-to-date and it is now a one-stop-shop for your mechanical diagnostics and repairs, car airconditioning, warrants and marine requirements.” With lots of changes happening in the automotive industry, the team at Howick Auto Centre and Electrical is constantly training their staff. The unique auto and car specialists are now starting to gear up for electric cars. Howick Auto Centre & Electrical is well-known for technical expertise, reliability and quality service in all facets of the marine electrical industry. Their work covers a vast range from trailer boats through to luxury launches and yachts. All staff members are warm and welcoming. You pick that up from your first phone call of enquiry to their vivacious receptionist, Tammy Leher. Check out their website or visit Howick Auto Centre & Electrical on Facebook.

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hen an adorable Papilloncross pooch goes on tour throughout the rooms of a home for older people, hearts glow and even the quietest resident breaks out a grin. Pet therapy is a regular event at residential care facilities but the folks at Ambridge Rose Manor are treated to a visit from a television star. Each week, Tyson the rescue dog pitter-pats his way into the Pakuranga private hospital and rest home with his dedicated guardian Catherine Luke. This woman has connections – her brother is Mark Vette the human star of the television show Purina Pound Pups to Dog Stars, where Tyson featured in 2015. It’s hard to believe the golden ball of fur came from difficult beginnings and he spent much of his time wandering the streets. At nine months old, he was punished by his original owners for wandering away from his home and when he ran away a second time, Tyson ended up in the dog pound. Tyson was aggressive and streetwise, which meant he could not be re-homed with a family and he was one day away from being put down when Mark entered the pound. “Mark said he looked like a toilet brush,” says Mrs Luke. “But he was gorgeous and full

Ambridge Rose Manor resident Kenneth Sandford and Tyson the dog.

of personality, so Mark adopted him on the show.” Now three years old, Tyson has gone from strength to strength. “He started out very nervous and now he loves all the cuddles and attention he gets. “His favourite food is chicken and he loves playing with his rat toy and ball.” Catherine and Tyson visit Ambridge Rose Manor as well as Ambridge Rose Villa once a week to carry out the pet therapy and Catherine also takes a colouring class. Their visits started in 2015 when Catherine’s own father was a resident at Ambridge Rose Manor. “I saw how everyone fell in love with Tyson and how much joy he gave the residents, so even after my father sadly passed away, I continued with my visits.” “As for colouring, it’s an adult habit I have enjoyed for years and years and the residents have lots of fun, too.”

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News bites De Grandhomme hits ton Colin de Grandhomme, out of Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club. Has an outstanding day on Saturday smashing 105 runs off 74 balls, the second fastest New Zealand test century and ninth fastest of all-time. The Black Caps claimed victory in the first test against the West Indies at the Basin Reserve on Monday with a day and a half to spare. West Indies started the day at 214 for two, 172 runs behind New Zealand, and were dismissed for 319, not long after lunch handing NZ an innings and 67-run victory.

Numbers increase at Kids’ TRYathlon Hundreds of South Auckland children swam, cycled and ran their way to the finish line as part of the Sanitarium WeetBix Kids TRYathlon. The popular kids’ event for children from 7-15 was held at Mountfort Park, Manurewa on December 6. The very first event, in 1992, saw just 800 entrants; while numbers for the 2016/17 TRYathlon series saw close to 30,000. The Sanitarium Weet-Bix Kids TRYathlon events are running throughout New Zealand from December 3, until April8, 2018.

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People’s Choice Art Awards 2017 student winners (from left) (First Row) Lindee Wong (teacher), Hannah Obbes, Christabella Sugiharto, Alena Elmore, Courtney Burchell, Zara Macfarlane, Monique Kinnear, Mariana VanDerMolen; (second Row) Lydia Jackson, Olivia Wypych, Kayla Hallows and Ethan Stonehouse. Photos supplied.

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roving that a library is more than just a building that houses books and data, last week Botany Library in conjunction with Elim Christian College conducted a prize giving ceremony to award the 2017 student winners of the People’s Choice Art Awards, exhibited at the library for around two weeks. This art exhibition, showcasing student work from Year 7-13 was arranged in response to Botany Library’s community

involvement initiative. With a keen desire to be a centre for community engagement and enrichment, Botany Library spearheaded an enterprise to bring art from neighbouring schools into the space. As the second school to accept the library’s invitation, Elim Christian College embraced the idea by encouraging viewers to respond to the students’ artwork and vote for their favourite in each of the three categories.

The first-place results of this voting were: Intermediate category: Kayla Hallows/ Painting; Secondary Junior: Hannah Obbes/ Drawing; Secondary Senior: Zara Macfarlane/ Painting. Second, third and highly commended awards were also given. The exhibition will remain at Botany Library for the rest of the week for the public to see the results, and put in bids for any of the artwork up for sale.

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detail and papier-mâché forms are used to show her ongoing exploration of human anatomy. As part of this exhibition we will also be hosting a talk by both the artist and Chris Smith, Curator of the W.D. Trotter Anatomy Museum, Department of Anatomy, University of Otago. They will discuss aspects of an anatomy museum and the exhibition that was inspired by these unique institutions. This will be an exciting and unique discussion and something very different to fill your Sunday afternoon. The talk will be held on 10 December at 2.30pm and both exhibitions open on Saturday 9 December at 2.30pm. All welcome, free to attend. Malcolm Smith Gallery and Monterey Gallery wish all our friends and visitors a Merry Christmas and very Happy New Year! We hope to see you during the festive season for a creative interlude and chance to soak up a bit of artistic inspiration outside the Christmas frenzy that descends during December. Thank you for all your support during 2017! Zoe Hoeberigs Manager Curator Malcolm Smith Gallery

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iwis now have more choice when it comes to buying a home. An increase in new listings, coupled with static prices indicates the property market is back on track, says realestate.co.nz spokesperson Vanessa Taylor. “The heat that lit the 20152016 market is no longer evident. “The slow start to the 2017 year was equally challenging for buyers and sellers. What we are now seeing is a normalising of the market which will benefit both groups,” she says. Real-time statistics from realestate.co.nz show that in November, there were 13,477 new listings across the country, the highest number since November 2014. “With this increase, the market is now sitting where it should be in terms of total stock,” says Taylor. Total housing stock for sale across New Zealand stood at 27,488 in November, the highest level since March 2016. Auckland made an impact on this number with a total of 9,935 homes on the market in November, which is a 23 per cent increase in stock compared to November 2016. While there is more choice of homes on the market, asking prices have remained

relatively static nationally. The average November asking price across the country sat at $636,719 which is only an 0.8 per cent increase on the previous month. “This is even after Auckland recorded a two per cent jump in average asking price in November to $956,387 following a comparatively quiet year for the region,” says Taylor.

A more stable market is a good market “A more stable market is good for both sellers and buyers”, says Taylor. “Those looking to trade up or down can do so with more certainty about price expectations. “There is more choice and less heat,” she says. For new home buyers, realestate.co.nz welcomes the Reserve Bank’s announcement this week that from 1 January 2018, mortgage lenders will have the ability to approve loans to more customers who have less than a 20 per cent deposit. “There is no doubt that buying a first home has been incredibly tough, across the country but particularly in Auckland” says Taylor. Property investors will also have the potential to benefit from new LVR

measures announced by the Reserve Bank.

Auckland first home buyers have choice While the average Auckland Council house valuation is now more than one million, first home buyers need to remember this is an average, not a starting point, says Taylor. A search on realestate. co.nz - the largest property listing site in the country, shows that there are thousands of homes where a lower LVR could make owning a new home more accessible, should they qualify for a lower LVR ratio. A total of 4609 houses for sale in the Auckland region for under $800,000.

New listings lift in 11 regions While Auckland dominated the lift in new listings by volume (4629 new listings) in November, other regions recorded higher percentage level increases compared to November 2016. The Gisborne region had the largest percentage lift (20.5 per cent) in November compared to the same month in the previous year. M a n a w at u -W a n g a n u i recorded a 15.3 per cent increase in the same period

of comparison, followed by Central Otago/Lakes (14.1 per cent); West Coast (10.5 per cent); Canterbury (10.3 per cent); Otago (9.1 per cent); Wellington (7.9 per cent); Nelson/Bays (5.1 per cent); Marlborough (4.1 per cent); Bay of Plenty (1.8 per cent); and Auckland (1.3 per cent).

Central Otago/Lakes average asking prices closing in on Auckland Compared to the previous month, the Central Otago/ Lakes region recorded a 6.1 per cent increase in asking price in November – the highest percentage increase in asking price across the country. The region’s average asking price rose to $948,341, which is hard on the heels of Auckland which recorded an average asking price of $956,387 in November, (an increase of two per cent) compared to the previous month. Four other regions which recorded a lift in asking prices of significance (i.e. more than one per cent) were Hawkes Bay (5.2 per cent to $473,881); Manawatu/Wanganui (5.1 per cent to $337,931); Wairarapa (3.0 per cent to $407,400); and Wellington (1.2 per cent to $593,386).

Realestate.co.nz says real-time statistics show that in November, there were 13,477 new listings across the country, the highest number since November 2014.

Regions which showed static prices (i.e. between minus one and one per cent) were Bay of Plenty, Northland, West Coast, Nelson and Bays, Otago, Canterbury and Coromandel.

The largest falls in asking price were registered by Marlborough (-12.1 per cent to $435,855), and Gisborne (-14.1 per cent to $301,988) when compared to the previous month.

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The Auckland property market stirred itself from a two-month hibernation in November with sales numbers for the month increasing by close to 20 per cent and average and median sales prices remaining firm. “They were small signs, but it indicates the Auckland market is holding firm and buyers are returning,” said Kiri Barfoot, a director of Barfoot & Thompson. “There are certainly no signs of a general market retreat. “At 757 sales in the month, we had the highest number of monthly sales since August and November’s sales were 9.7 per cent higher than the average sales number for the previous

three months. “ Both the average price at $913,244, and the median price at $830,000, were in line with what the group has been achieving over the previous three months. “While those numbers are down on their equivalents in November last year, that was a time when the market was close to reaching its peak,” said Barfoot. “This November’s trading is a sure sign that at current values, buyers are returning to the market. New listings are continuing to reach the market, and during the month we listed 1955 properties, a third higher than the average over the

previous three months.” It brought the number of properties at month end to 4838, the highest number it has had in more than five years. Barfoot said there are now a quarter more properties on the market than at the same time last year. At the high end of the market, buyers are still seeing value in property at current prices with a significant rebound in the number of properties sold for in excess of $1 million. In the month we sold 55 properties for in excess of $2m and a further 262 for in excess of $1m , the highest number of high end property sales since May,” Barfoot said.

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Comparing the numbers and prices of houses purchased in Auckland between the periods November 2011 to October 2013 and November 2015 to October 2017, there has been a clear shift in sales price to the $800k+ range and few properties sold for under $400k; this is consistent with Auckland’s average house price of $840k in October 2017. Comparing Auckland with the rest of New Zealand during the November 2015 to October 2017 period shows a stark contrast in house price distribution, according to the Crockers Auckland Property Market Research for December. In the rest of New Zealand there were relatively few houses sold for $800k+ and still a sizeable volume of houses sold for under $400k. The number of houses in Auckland with a sale price of $1 million plus has increased substantially since October 2014. Meanwhile, the number of houses sold for less than $800k has trended down since October 2015. For the rest of New Zealand, the price increases across all $600k+ price ranges have been more gradual.

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Labour’s housing policy announcements This month in our latest CPII survey in association with IPSOS, we gauged the reaction among property investors to the new Labour Government’s recent housing policy announcements. Where applicable, we have compared results to June 2017, about four months prior to the change of Government and when these policies were simply pre-election promises.

Awareness of the housing policy announcements Claimed awareness among property investors was highest for the Healthy Homes Guarantee Bill (31 per cent) and the ban on foreign buyers (27 per cent). Claimed awareness of the remaining four policies stood at about 1 in 5 investors.

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stated that they would make no changes to their property portfolios as a result of these recent policy announcements, down 10 points from June. Meanwhile 17 per cent (up 2 points) said they would reduce their portfolio size and 19 per cent (up 6 points) didn’t know. This suggests that although a growing proportion of property investors may be taking a ‘wait and see’ approach, the majority are still looking to make no changes to their rental property investments. Larger portfolio investors (portfolios valued at $1m or more) were more likely than smaller portfolio investors to reduce the size of their rental property investment, no doubt because even a small percentage decrease in prices can have a large monetary value.

Get set for a summer outdoors! The sun is shining, and Christmas is almost upon us, but it is still a great time to be planting before the silly season arrives. Plant seedlings of your favourite flowers that are in season now such as chrysanthemum, dianthus, gypsophila, portulaca and salvia for a garden filled with colour. For festive bowls of Christmas cheer, go for a red and white theme and position near your entrance way and decks. Just make sure to add some Tui Pot Power or Saturaid to help them stay moist as the temperatures warm up. For the kitchen garden, December is a month of rapid growth so ensure you pay attention to watering, weeding, feeding and spraying. Tomatoes will be really thriving at this time so make sure you feed your plants at least once a week with a fast-acting liquid feed such as Seasol or an organic fertiliser. Now is a great time to get your outdoor area looking great for all those Christmas gatherings and BBQ’s. We have a great range of new season’s outdoor furniture in store, including café settings and lounge settings. Love cooking outdoors all summer long? Perfect the art of outdoor cooking with the new Everdure range by Heston Blumenthal. This revolutionary range of barbeques developed by one of the world’s top chefs, brings his magic touch to the great outdoors making it easy for anyone who enjoys barbeque cooking. Come in and view this amazing range today. There’s also plenty of gift inspiration in store for every person on your list. From outdoor games, books for all ages, quirky retro toys, giftware and sweet treats to wrapped houseplants all ready to go! Come and enjoy our relaxing Christmas shopping environment, unwind in our café and avoid shopping stress!

Impact on rents Keeping these policy announcements in mind, the majority of investors (61 per cent) claimed that they would increase rents to some extent, although this is lower than in June (68 per cent). Meanwhile the proportion of those who didn’t know whether they’d increase rent rose to 19 per cent, up 12 points from June. There was a slight decline in the proportion not planning to increase rents – down 5 points to 20 per cent in October.

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Plumbing

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534-7361, 292-8930 0274-767-746

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SS80294

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CD202016

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535 1111 027 235 2517

TREE SERVICES

in good condition

K54159

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Mellons Bay School Board of Trustees Casual Vacancy for an elected trustee A casual vacancy has occurred on the Board of Trustees for an elected parent representative. The board has resolved under section 105 of the Education Act 1989 to fill the vacancy by selection. If ten percent or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the board, within 28 days of this notice being published, to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held. Any eligible voter who wishes to ask the board to hold a by-election should write to: Mr David Lindsey Chairperson Board of Trustees 140 Mellons Bay Road, Mellons Bay, Auckland 2014 by 04 January 2018.

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Magazine Designer Clothing seek a part time retail assistant for their new outlet store in Onehunga. We specialise in New Zealand designed and made fashion in sizes 10-26, from casual lifestyle pieces through to stunning special occasion wear. An experienced (preferably) retail salesperson Passionate about people and fashion Motivated to assist customers and provide them with an exceptional instore experience Confident in dealing with a variety of clients Passionate, warm and friendly personality, and beautifully presented Very flexible and able to cover staff holidays and sickness as required Hours (approx. 3 days per week). Remuneration and staff discounts will be discussed with the successful candidate.

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Wiri Timber is growing and looking for someone to join our busy, modern Manukau City based Frame and Truss plant. You MUST have good experience with a nail gun. Previous job experience in a Frame and Truss manufacturing company would be advantageous. You must have a stable work history, be extremely reliable and physically fit. Excellent wages to the right person. If this sounds like you, then please apply in confidence by phone or email to: Lance Worthington, Ph: 09 277 7695 Email: lance.worthington@wiritimber.co.nz

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PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A LCUB LICENCE Under section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 The Howick Tennis Club Incorporated PO Box 38005, Howick Auckland 2145, Occupation Tennis Club. Has made an application to the District Licensing Committee at Auckland for the issue of a club licence in respect of the premises situated at 90R Wellington Street, Howick Auckland. The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is Tennis club. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are Monday: 11:00am to 10:00pm, Tuesday to Thursday: 11:00am to 11:00pm, Friday: 5:00pm to 12 midnight, Saturday and public holidays: 1:00pm to 12midnight, Sunday: 11:00am to 8:00pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of Auckland Council at: 4 Osterley Way, Manukau City. Any person who is entitled to object, and wishes to object to the issue of the licence, may file a notice in writing of their objection. The objection notice must be filed no later than 15 working days after the publication date of this publc notice. Any objections must be in relation to matters specified in section 105 (1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. Address your objection to: The Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Mail to: Private Bag 92300, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142. This is the first and only publication of this notice.

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Three positions are available. 30 hours per week (during the school day) to work in a department that caters for wonderful and vibrant students from Year 9-13+ with various special needs and talents. We are looking for passionate, caring and enthusiastic people. The successful applicant(s) will be required to work with a variety of students who require learning support both in the learning unit and in mainstream settings. You will also need to be able to work with teachers and other staff members to ensure that our students have the best educational opportunities and outcomes. This position commences in 2018. Please apply including a cover letter, CV and at least two references to: The Principal principal@pakuranga.school.nz Applications close at 5pm on Monday 11 December 2017.

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Baverstock Oaks School is a large modern school. We require a caretaker/property assistant as part of a property team. We are looking for an energetic and fit person with a sense of humour, who can turn their hand to a range of tasks maintaining grounds, buildings and fulfilling daily operational needs (Wednesday and Thursday 8am – 12.30pm and Friday 8.00 – 4.00pm). The position requires a ‘can do’ attitude, with a strong work ethic and ability to work positively in a child centred environment. This person would need to be self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. They would also be able to work occasionally outside the above hours. To register your interest in the position, outline recent work experience, relevant skills and three referees contact details in writing or email to: The Principal Baverstock Oaks School 21 Baverstock Rd, Flatbush, Auckland Email: office@baverstock.school.nz Applications close 11 December 2017 Position starts 24 January 2018 For further information, check website www.baverstock.school.nz

Fixed Term 30 hours per week Start mid February or by negotiation The ideal candidate is someone with good interpersonal skills, is flexible, a team player, efficient and empathetic towards young people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Key roles include: - Homestay placements - Coordination between families, students and international agents - Homestay visits - Student welfare and support Please visit our website: http://www.bdsc.school.nz/our-college/job-vacancies/ and email the application form, CV and Cover Letter to: t.horsford@bdsc.school.nz ** Applications close Tuesday 12 December.

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SUNDAY 10TH DECEMBER Noon - 3:00pm 48 Bradbury Rd, Howick Dance Wear, Ballet, Character, Jazz, Tap shoes, Leotards (all colours) Character skirts, Cardy’s, tights etc. Also household effects from a Piano to a Microwave Piano, a Bentley in good condition, with a lovely tone.

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With over 30 years in the industry, Stewart Scott Cabinetry produces top quality, precision-made kitchen cabinetry designed to the latest trends and featuring top quality engineered componentry. We have an opportunity for an experienced Truck Driver for a temp position in January 2018. Our factory is based in East Tamaki, and you will be responsible for deliveries to our clients around the Auckland area. To be successful in this role, you will be drawing on your experience in delivering built up furniture, handling with care and ensuring that deliveries are completed on time and to our client’s expectations. Accordingly, we require the person for this role to hold an HT Driver’s licence and have the ability to understand all aspects of the delivery process whilst ensuring that high customer satisfaction is achieved. We pride ourselves on our great customer service and being friendly yet professional is essential. Taking the lead, working autonomously, using your initiative and demonstrating your motivation and drive to see a job done well whilst juggling a busy workload, will be key to your success. We offer a competitive remuneration rate, great team environment and the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding projects. Please send your CV to: cv@stewart-scott.co.nz to apply for the role, or to find out more about the position available.

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De Grandhomme slams Windies C

learly age is not wearying cricket allrounder Colin de Grandhomme who scored New Zealand’s second fastest test century from 71 balls during his country’s innings and 67 runs win against West Indies at Wellington’s Basin Reserve on Monday. Not that he’s an old man at 31. But in the year since making his spectacular test debut against Pakistan in Christchurch when his fastmedium pacers captured 6 wickets for 44 runs, he’s becoming the middle order allrounder we hoped injury prone Corey Anderson and Jimmy Neesham would be. On the strength of his latest performance, he deserves to move up one place to Mitchell Santer’s No 6 spot in the batting order. Sadly, severe back injuries have blunted left-armer Anderson’s prowess as a champion allrounder. However the Zimbabwe-born de Grandhomme has both the ability and temperament to do the job in his absence. His latest 105 included 11

Agnew’s Angle fours and three sixes and brought his test average to a respectable 34.55, which is remarkably similar to his 35.66 average for ODIs and 35.91 from all first class matches. Before this latest Basin Reserve test Brendan McCullum owned the three fastest test centuries scored by a New Zealander with his 54-ball stunner against Australia in Christchurch last year still topping the world table. There is an appealing nonchalance about de Grandhomme as he goes about his business acquiring runs with effortless ease. Timing rather than slogging is the key to his game and his 18 test wickets at an average of 25.66 suggests intelligence rates higher than sheer pace. He joins Mitchell McClenaghan and Colin Munro as one of three How-

ick Pakuranga players who have done New Zealand proud in the wake of clubmate Kyle Mills’ retirement from international cricket after a long, distinguished career. While the fiery McClenaghan has declined his New Zealand contract to pursue big bucks playing T20 abroad, Munro’s star continues to rise in the shorter version of the game as the selectors seek another power hitter to fill McCullum’s shoes and partner Martin Guptill. With wicketkeeper Tom Blundell making a mature unbeaten 107 on debut against the West Indies and Ross Taylor falling seven runs short of his 17th test century, New Zealand’s formidable 520 declared was always going to provide the West Indies a tough chase, particularly after Neil Wagner’s 7 for 39 wrecked their first innings for 134. It took Wagner a long time to cement a test spot before his courage, stamina and accurate bouncers reaped

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their just desserts. While the West Indies’ much improved 319 second innings indicated they will offer sterner opposition in the next test, the Black Caps remain a force on home soil with fierce competition for places in all forms of the game. Meanwhile, having watched Australia beat England 6-0 in the Brisbane World Cup rugby league final, Tongans will strongly believe that with a little bit of luck they could have been world champions. A brave effort, too ,from a talented Kiwis women’s team in finishing runner-up to Australia in a hard-hitting women’s final in which the Jillaroos’ superior discipline and fitness gave them a slight winning edge. With the Black Ferns being named World Rugby Team of the Year and Portia Woodman Women’s Player of the Year, it’s good to see our sportswomen get the recognition they deserve. ■ Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer and author

Cornwall sets large task for HPCC It was a genuine summer stunner across the Auckland region as Auckland Cricket’s Hedley Howarth and Tom Hellaby competitions headed into round five at the weekend. A century from Brian Barnard was the standout performance in a strong effort with the bat from Cornwall on day one against Howick Pakuranga. Cornwall won the toss and elected to bat with Taine Jolley striking a double blow early on. Jolley picked up Henry Blackwell and then Jack Cassidy on consecutive balls to have the home side 0/2 and in early trouble. But it was the work of Amit Dhadwal (70)

and Sam Crooks (46) which righted things for Cornwall when they needed it most. With a collapse avoided, Dhadwal then put on a 113-run partnership with Brian Barnard. The big South African was at his blistering best working the ball to all parts of Cornwall Park, his good work with Dhadwal then continued with skipper Scott Marra (45*). The home side batted the day to set 346/9, a large task in front of Howick Pakuranga with the bat next weekend on day two. Cornwall 346/9 (B Barnard 104, A Dhadwal 70, S Crooks 46, S Marra 45*; T Jolley 4-87) playing Howick Pakuranga

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Fox wraps up good European tour B

eachlands’ Ryan Fox has capped off a remarkable first year in Europe by finishing top Australasian in the final event of the season as well as the year-long Race to Dubai. PGA.org.au reported that the long hitting New Zealander posted a final round of 3-under 69 at the Dubai World Tour Championship to climb to 8-under for the week and a share of 28th in the 60-player field. Fox graduated from the secondary Challenge Tour at the end of 2016 and wasted little time finding his feet on the main circuit to be 34th in earnings for the season. Five top-10 finishes in his 29 starts, three of them at the lucrative Rolex Series events, saw him bank more than €1 million ($1.72m), the only Australasian to pass the magical million mark, PGA. org.au said. He joins the Times for a Christmas Q&A. What’s it like to see the end of the tour? Even though the season is finished, the new season starts again the following week. It won’t feel like the end of the season till I actually get a break. I’m very proud of what

which exceeded all my goals this year. The main goal was to keep a card which is top 100 and I far exceeded that. World ranking is around 120 at the moment. Snuck inside the top 100 for a couple of weeks in the middle of the year and would like to get back there. Goals for next year? I haven’t had a chance to sit down and work them out yet. That will be done over Christmas. The obvious goal is to win on the European Tour which is very tough to do. What’s been your highlight of the season? That’s a tough one as there has been so many. Playing in two majors and a World Golf Championship was pretty tough to beat.

Pro golfer Ryan Fox has finished 34th on the European Tour money list after a cracker of a season.

I achieved this year in Europe and hopefully can improve on it next year. What’s next for you in terms of golf? The Australian PGA (Nov 30–Dec 3) on the Gold Coast and then I have six weeks off over Xmas. Do you get a break where you put away the clubs for a while?

I will put the clubs away from the 4th of December up until the start of next year probably. I will still play the odd social game with mates and my dad (All Black great and selector Grant Fox) but won’t be doing any practice. I still love the game and play it for fun too. Are you heading back to NZ? What will you do over

Christmas/New Year? Yes heading back to NZ after the Aussie PGA and will spend the break catching up with friends and family and hopefully getting to do a lot of fishing and some surfing. How do you celebrate Christmas? Will celebrate Christmas with my family and my girlfriend’s family. Both family

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Christmases will be out of Auckland this year which will be a nice change. Favourite food? Hard to go past the Christmas ham and we also have a fillet of beef too which I’m a big fan of. Tell us about your world and European rankings? I finished the season 34th on the European Tour money list

And lowlight? There’s been quite a few missed cuts. They are never fun. How does a golfer keep fit? We all have our gym routines which vary from player to player but it is an important part of the professional game. We also walk about 10km per round of golf and I have probably played close to 259 rounds this year so the baseline fitness from that is pretty good anyway.

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Christmas Market Thursday 14 December, 10am–1pm Bruce McLaren Retirement Village With Christmas fast approaching our village Christmas market will be a great place to get some Christmas shopping done. There will be a wide variety of stalls including crafts, make-up, accessories, original artwork, knitting, and perfect stocking ﬁllers for all the family. We look forward to seeing you there! KC12961

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ver the month of November cadets of No 40 (Howick) Squadron, Air Training Corps rummaged through their parents’ pantries and spent some of their own money to donate nonperishable food items for a Christmas Food Bank. Over three weeks, the cadets were able to collect over two hundred items of food for a worthy cause. These items were collected last Tuesday (28th November) by Cain Prentice, Youth Ministry Team Leader at the East City Salvation Army. Mr Prentice was very grateful for donations that would be put towards making food parcels for those in need as a part of the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. These and other such donation will help make sure that every family that comes

From left to right, Jordan Allan-Wright, Cain Prentice, Geraldine Dumas and Ish Kadakia in front of the squadron’s food bank. Photo supplied in to the Salvation Army can sign up for a food parcel and present. “This helps make sure that everyone can enjoy a Christmas this year.” Unit Commander, Flight Lieutenant Matthew Jackson, got the idea when

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Flight Lieutenant Jackson intends to make this an annual event in the squadron and build a relationship the East City Salvation Army. Donations to the East City Salvation Army can be made at any of their offices or stores and can be collect by arrangement. For more information go to www.salvationarmy.org.nz. No 40 (Howick) Squadron, Air Training Corps, is a volunteer, unfirmed youth organisation based at The Depot in Lloyd Ellesmere Park. The unit parades every Tuesday night during the school term. Recruiting for 2018 has started and places are available to males and females between the ages of 13 and 15. For more information check: www.40squadron.org. nz.

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Roast lamb with lemon and pine nut stuffing crust Prep time: 35 mins Cook time: 120 mins Servings: 8

Ingredients ✦ 1 large leg of lamb (approx 2kg) ✦ Salt ✦ 4 slices white bread ✦ 1 small onion, diced ✦ 1 clove garlic, finely chopped ✦ 2 Tbsp pine nuts ✦ 1 small handful of herbs – rosemary, thyme, parsley or sage, chopped ✦ 3 Tbsp olive oil ✦ 1 tsp garlic & herb salt ✦ Zest of 1 lemon ✦ 9 medium-sized potatoes ✦ 1/4 cup olive oil ✦ 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning ✦ 100g feta cheese ✦ 2 1/2 sprigs rosemary

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levedon School kicked off the festive season with its annual Christmas BBQ over the weekend. Christmas lights, Santa hats and reindeer antlers were on full display on Friday as the Clevedon community gathered to celebrate the countdown to Christmas. The evening included a family picnic, musical performances and Christmas carols, food stalls, face painting and a Glow Globe. The senior school students helped to run a handful of entertaining, Christmas-themed games such as reindeer wrangling, reindeer races and feeding of the reindeer. An ice-skating rink was set up in school hall so that the children could have a “cool” Christmas ice skating experience. Santa even popped in to meet and say hello to a long queue of excited children at his workshop. As the sun went down, the school and classrooms were lit up and the classroom windows came alive with a spectacular array of bright and colourful lights and decorations.

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12 days of fun for kids The holiday season is the perfect time of year to spend quality time with those you hold dear. Are you looking to start some simple yet heart-warming traditions with your children? Our 12 Days of Christmas Fun checklist is full of budgetfriendly ideas the whole family can enjoy:

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Gifts for kids – five suggestions that won’t clutter the home Are your closets and shelves overflowing with toys and games from Christmases past? This year, treat your kids without adding to the clutter with these five mess-free options!

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ick back and relax this summer with Auckland Libraries. They’re offering a great range of fun and free summer services and activities so you can make the most of the holiday break. Hit the beach with your favourite eBook, keep the kids entertained on the Kia Maia te Whai Dare to Explore reading adventure, expand your reading repertoire with Great Summer Read or make the most of your staycation with a range of activities on offer for all ages at your local library. If you’re stuck for ideas for school holiday activities, check out the Kia Maia te Whai Dare to Explore – Auckland Libraries’ free, fun-filled six week adventure reading programme for 5-13 year olds. This leading children’s reading adventure is designed to improve your child’s literacy and learning and encourages both the use of te reo Maori and caring for the environment. Sign up and encourage your children’s friends to join the adventure, using either the bilingual or te reo Maori activity booklet. Take the stress out of holiday packing with free eBooks and eMagazines from Auckland Libraries’ vast digital collection to keep your virtual beach bag full of summer reading. Digital books and magazines are perfect to download onto your favourite device before you hit the sand, and our eAudiobooks will keep the family entertained on the road trip. Book your Christmas beach reads early to make sure you get your favourite new release and you can top up your reading supply anywhere you have an internet connection. Heat up your reading by taking part in our Great Summer Read’s 15 fun challenges and be in to win passes to some of Auckland’s hottest attractions, shows, books and more. Every reading challenge you complete gets you an entry; the more you read the more chances you have to win. If your holiday takes you out of town, loan times have also been extended over summer for worry-free holiday reading. And if you’re staying in our beautiful city over summer, just swing by your local library for a whole range of fun and free activities for all ages. “There are a wide range of free services on offer at Auckland Libraries to help you to make the most of the holiday season, whether you’re heading away or staying in Auckland,” says Councillor Alf Filipaina, deputy chair of the environment and community committee. “I really encourage Aucklanders to enrol their children in the Kia Maia te Whai Dare to Explore children’s reading programme. It’s great family fun and helps to keep our youngsters reading and learning over their long school holidays. Sign up the kids and download an eBook – then sit back and enjoy your summer.” ✦ Head to aucklandlibraries.govt.nz to find out more.

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Times Newspapers Christmas Supplement — 15

Black Friday kicks off Christmas spend Christmas spending started with a rush this year as New Zealand embraced the concept of Black Friday sales. Spending through Paymark totalled $5,180 million in November. This amounts to a 0.9 per cent seasonally adjusted rise on October. Relative to November last year, underlying spending growth was 6.2 per cent, higher than averaged over the previous four months. Within the Core Retail sector, which includes supermarkets, restaurants, accommodation providers and retail shops, the annual growth rate increased to 7.5 per cent. Fastest growth was recorded by Department stores (+20.2 per cent), Food and beverage service merchants (+11.3 per cent), Specialised food merchants (11.0 per cent) and a grouping consisting of housingrelated merchants (+8.5 per cent) such as hardware, furniture and appliance stores. The significant change was the boost on and after Friday 25

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November as many merchants conducted Black Friday sales. The national growth rate amongst Core Retail merchants peaking at 14 per cent on Black Friday (and reached 25.2 per cent for the subset of Core merchants that exclude Food/ liquor and Hospitality merchants). While merchants in Auckland/ Northland experienced strong Black Friday spending as well, the annual underlying spending growth for New Zealand’s largest region remained below the national average throughout November. Across all sectors, the annual underlying growth rate for Auckland/Northland during November was 3.3 per cent, well below the national average. Wellington (7.8 per cent) and Canterbury (+6.4 per cent) also ranked low. Amongst the regions with highest annual spending growth was Marlborough (17.5 per cent), representing a bounce back from the Earthquake-affected figures of November 2016.

Recycling 101: a holiday guide

ibbon, wrapping paper, tissue paper — are you always confused as to what can be recycled after the holidays? Read what follows! What can be recycled? Almost everything can be recycled! That being said, just because an item can be recycled doesn’t mean it necessarily belongs in the recycling bin. Consult the council – recycling may differ where ever you’re on holiday - to find out which items go in the bin and which should be taken to a transfer station. The following materials and products can usually be recycled: • Regular wrapping paper • Cardboard • Tissue paper • Glass containers (e.g. wine bottles and jars) • Electronic devices (e.g. TVs, computers and printers) • Cans • Plastic (with a few exceptions) What can’t be recycled The following items should be thrown out: • Foil wrapping or other metallised paper • Ribbons and bows • Plastic utensils • Garlands and Christmas ornaments

• Disposable tableware • Cork stoppers and Styrofoam (although certain places do recycle these — find out where!) Since these materials can’t be recycled, try to avoid using them altogether. Opt instead for regular wrapping paper and utensils made of metal. Likewise, try to reuse items as much as possible. Keep bows and ribbons for next year’s gifts and use old cork stoppers in your DIY projects. Finally, donate old toys, clothes and Christmas decorations instead of throwing them out, and reduce food waste by freezing leftovers and sharing them with your family and friends. Here’s to a green Christmas!

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