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hen Helen Manson started working as a humanitarian photographer, she found herself thinking the people she photographed were somehow fundamentally different from her. The 33-year old has travelled to 35 countries to photograph postwar zones, refugee camps and areas stricken with famine and drought, capturing the faces of a world in crisis. Painfully, she says, she has come to realise how wrong she was. “I thought maybe they don’t feel things like I do... maybe they expect less, they care less, they hope for less, they want less or they need less,” she says. “I’ve seen that they are exactly like me and that what they endure living in poverty is no easier for them just because they are poor.” Manson, a former Macleans Col-

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lege student, lives in Kampala, Uganda, with her husband, a trauma counsellor for refugees, and three young children helping create campaigns for 50 NGOs and charities. Recently she was in Auckland as part of Tearfund’s Citizens of Humanity Tour to share her work with Kiwis. Manson is on the front lines, witnessing the best and the worst parts of humanity. In March she was tasked with photographing the work of Medical Teams International and Red Cross in hospitals in Tanzania. She saw children fighting for their lives, shaking as they battled malaria and pneumonia while their mothers wept at their bedside. As she was leaving the hospital one day she spotted an eight-yearold girl hooked up to an oxygen tank. She went home and prayed that these children would make it through the night.

The next day, while several of the children had improved, the eightyear-old girl had not. “All of a sudden she started making a noise that I’ll never forget. The doctor put his hand on my back and said ‘it’s time to go’,” Manson says, holding back tears. “I walked out into the sunlight and I completely lost it. Sobs came out from the deepest place they possibly could. “You should never see an eightyear-old little girl take her dying breaths from simple stuff like pneumonia and malaria.” Once she composed herself, she visited the mums in the maternity ward. “Within minutes I watched newborn twins come into the world.” Manson says wrestling with the tragedy of death and the celebration of new life within 10 minutes of each other was a significant moment for her.

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Crawford Reserve’s controversial blue artwork ‘Kid Justice’ has been temporarily removed for repairs. Vandals recently damaged the feet of the $55,000 artwork, which was erected less than six months ago. Kid Justice, by artist Erin Forsyth, was created as part of the 125th anniversary of women’s suffrage. Forsyth says Kid Justice depicted a “young person, a Governance, upholding equality for all people, looking toward an unseeable future.” The community has been divided in their opinions of the

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artwork with many saying the monument is a “waste of money” and an “eye-sore”. Others were supportive and have said they feel proud Howick was chosen to feature an artwork with such significant meaning and that it fills a gap in Howick’s public art collection. Auckland Council’s Manager Public Art Emily Trent says they will be working with their maintenance team to repair the damage as quickly as possible. “It’s disappointing to see acts of vandalism to public art projects, which ultimately cost local ratepayers,” she says. “To ensure the work isn’t

vandalised further, Kid Justice will be temporarily taken offsite for repairs.” Trent encouraged people to report any vandalism with as much information as possible on 09 301 01 01. Kid Justice rests on a plinth which has been designed as a permanent foundation on which to install a changing collection of art that responds to both contemporary and historic themes. Repairs are estimated to take around three week and Kid Justice is expected to remain a feature at Crawford Reserve for five years.

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Residents revolt against boy racers, drugs, sex and rubbish By Farida Master

esidents of Point View Dr are having sleepless nights as they worry about their safety. Boy racers doing doughnuts and wheelies till the early hours, late night parties with drug dealings and fights disturbing the peace at night, sexual paraphernalia strewn all over the vacant sections of land at 178 Point View Dr, has made it a “nightmare” for residents. With sweeping million dollar views, the prime locale has for the last three to four years become a playground for the rough. Anxious residents of the semirural area complain that there has been an increasing rash of antisocial elements, leaving behind a trail of broken beer bottles, cans, condoms, syringes and a pile of fast food and takeaway boxes. Just a fortnight ago, they collected more than 78 bags of rubbish in a massive clean-up. Judith Grant, president of the Point View Heritage Society, says that back in the day, this was known as the Armstrong block “and never has this area been a magnet for people except on Guy Fawkes Day or New Year’s Eve where people gathered to get a view of the city. “But now after a builder bought the property and subdivided it in 2013, it’s thanks to social media that hundreds of cars are parked here on

the weekends.” The seven to eight sections that have been bought by individuals but not developed due to the downward turn in the real estate market have become a meet-up spot for the unwanted masses. There have been instances of a couple of residents who have walked up to the cars parked and requested them to turn the volume down only to be threatened for doing so. “Since the subdivision of an area of land known as 178 Point View Drive, the problem has increased 50-fold,” Grant says. “Houses are startng to be constructed along the bottom area of this subdivision, but along the top of the ridge line, sections are still empty of houses. People come and park their cars to admire the view, eat, drink, take drugs, graffiti and leave behind piles of rubbish and broken glass before they speed off along our winding road, endangering their own and others’ lives with reckless driving habits. “We’ve had Councillor Paul Young visit us and we have written to the mayor too. “Over the months we’ve contacted the Council, police, Auckland Transport and the Howick Local Board to help find a solution. But this is a very complex problem and needs all concerted parties to sit together.

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“Fortunately Howick Local Board member Mike Turinsky has been quite proactive,” she says. “He put a post on his Facebook page and got a whole lot of volunteers from his network as well as members of the Asian community who helped with the clean up,” she says. There is so much litter that now some of the residents walk around the section every day with a rubbish bag and disposable gloves to clean up. And while the police have now upped their surveillance during the day time, unfortunately it hasn’t made too much of a difference at night, says Grant. The narrow winding road that was once meant to be a short cut for Moa hunters was never built for

traffic. “There are practically three accidents a week here,” says resident Linden Johnson who admits that driving home late at night the day before, she put her lights on full beam, “since I didn’t want to run over any drunken person lying comatose on the road.” Neville and Tracy voice their serious concerns about the kind of people disturbing the peace and quiet of the neighbourhood. They are also worried about walking their dog on the vacant section with broken pieces of glass lying around. Howick Local Board member for Botany, Turinsky says that being a youth worker, he is aware that the area is used to have a “sesh” as in session” “It’s a pity that many native plants

are uprooted with four-wheeling dangerously racing along the slopes -could horribly crash into homes. The resident of one house complained that partiers were throwing beer cans and bottles at his window in the middle of the night. “When we cleaned up we found disgusting amount of sexual and drug paraphernalia, including dildos, condoms and syringes,” he says. “I have been trying to highlight what has been happening here with the Auckland Transport, Council, and the local board. The Police, who are overworked and thinly spread over, are very aware of this and are increasing patrols. Having street lights would definitely help but there is a lot more action needed to get rid of the antisocial behaviour.” When contacted, senior sergeant Counties Manukau East Michael Schmidt, said, “The issues around Point View Drive are of concern for Police who have been liaising with local residents and increasing patrols where possible. “Two of the driveways leading to vacant hilltop sections have had barricades put in place and piles of landfill as a deterrence which has had some effect in reducing problems. “While people are lawfully able to stop on any street, and in this case enjoy the views, Police will continue to work with the community to address ongoing problems.”

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Left, winners all, at the Howick Celebrated Citizens Awards hosted by the Howick Local Board and held at the Howick Club on Sunday; centre, Abbess Manshin of the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple won the Celebrated Citizens Award; right, David Collings, chair Howick Local Board presents the Rising Star Award to Ethan McCromick from Howick College. Photos supplied

Celebrating unsung citizens By Farida Master

cknowledging unsung heroes for their service to the community was the Howick Celebrated Citizens Awards held on Sunday at the Howick Club. Hosted by the Howick Local Board and MCd by community stalwart Phil Taylor, the event was a celebration of selfless achievers who have made a contribution in many fields. While there were close contend-

ers for the Celebrated Citizens Award 2019, the overall winner was Abbess Manshin of the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Order. The temple at Stancombe Rd, Flat Bush, is known not only for its interfaith work but also for worldclass art galleries, a very popular vegetarian cafe, a popular children’s project attended by local schools, Buddha’s Birthday which brings tens of thousands of people to the temple to celebrates peace and diversity and a close partnership with NZ Police.

A world in crisis ➤➤From page 1 The series, which she named ‘The First Hello’, is part of Compassion International’s survival project and advocates for the importance of child sponsorship from pregnancy. “Traditionally, child sponsorship would start at five, but children weren’t making it to five,” A baby born in Uganda is 10 times more likely to die than a New Zealand baby. If they do survive, she says, too many end up in one of Uganda’s 800 orphanages. “Mothers abandon their babies every day in pillar trains, hospitals, toilets and trash cans – it’s not their fault, they see no other option.” She says the survival project offers mothers the chance to give

their babies the best start to life through antenatal visits, medical care and support through the first year of their baby’s life. “There really is no difference in what we want for our children, only in what we can give them,” she says. Manson hoped that by the end of the week-long tour she would have helped get all 100 children in the survival project sponsored. And today only one child is left unsponsored. Manson says she wants people to feel encouraged that although there are many challenges facing our world; there has been tremendous progress made through projects like child sponsorship. ■■ If you want to stand alongside Manson and sponsor a child you can visit Tearfund.org.nz/sponsor.

Amongst other winners that evening, was the Rising Star Award won by Howick College student Ethan McCormick, a young environmental activist who is a big part of the Pest Free Howick Ward team. Winning the Kauri Environmental Award was Matthew Brajkovich for his longstanding contribution to maintaining Howick Ward’s beauty and ecological sustainability including restoring the Cockle Bay Domain. The Exceptional Service Award was won by the St John Opportunity Shop in Howick which is a vital part of the community. A testament to the commu-

nity work that she does was the Golden Heart Award won by Janice White. Apart from running the divorce care groups at Eastgate Church, she visits women’s prisons, assists in voluntary work that helps Women’s Refuge, arranges for food parcels for families at Christmas, and organises clothing donations. The Joint winners of the Youth Development Award were music teacher Hamish Arthur and Zachary Wong from Howick Youth Council. Hamish is the mentor behind the St Andrew’s Big Band, a group he started with the pur-

Beloved war medals stolen Local resident Kate Strawbridge is hoping the public can help recover stolen war medals and an antique trumpet. Strawbridge has gone to police and has also solicited the help of friends on social media in a bid to get the stolen items back. “We live on Redoubt Rd and the burglary happened in broad daylight in the middle of the day,” she said. “I would really love to get these thing back. On Friday (May 17) we had our home burgled and my husband’s grandfather’s medals and his

These WWII medals and trumpet have been stolen and the family is desperate to get them back. Photo supplied

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pose of giving school students the opportunity to continue learning and playing music after leaving school. Zachary has chaired the Howick Youth Council multiple times and continues to mentor and help members develop so they can reach their full potential and continue to help youth have their voices heard in the community. The Exceptional Artist Award was won by accomplished artist/fabric designer Peter Hall, a Cockle Bay resident who has travelled the world running studios in England and South Africa. His fabrics also feature in the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

kept by Mark’s grandfather while he was in the warships was also stolen. They also took all of my jewellery and some other bits and pieces. We believe they got interrupted by our donkey as they only trashed our bedroom and the trumpet was in a display case as you enter our room.” If anybody has seen or heard of any of these items, we would really appreciate you getting in touch.” ■■ Contact editor@times.co.nz if you have any information regarding the stolen items.

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Simeon Brown MP for Pakuranga fund, fees-free for tertiary students, and KiwiBuild – all poor spending choices. This is a blunt admission the Government can’t manage the books properly and an admission of what National has been saying for months, that the government cannot deliver on everything they have promised. But this doesn’t just mean more money to throw around at poor policies, this change means tens of billions of dollars of extra debt our future generations will have to pay for. Mr Robertson is giving the Government a licence to spend up large, but it’s at the taxpayers’ expense. Debt isn’t free. It will have to be paid for with higher taxes in the future. Labour is putting a heavy financial burden on our children and grandchildren.

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included both primary and secondary teachers for the first time, teachers and supporters marched from Fort Street to Queen Street, waving placards at onlookers. The strike action affected 773,000 students with parents being forced to take leave or make alternate arrangements for their kids to be looked after. The marches were organised by the Post Primary Teachers Association and the New Zealand Educational Institute, the union that represents nearly 50,000 teachers across the country.

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Singles social and friendship club for 50s up, seeking new members. We generate our own fun and entertainment. If you are looking for company to enjoy outings, dining out, walks, movies, summer bbq’s etc, please contact Rachel 022 676 8600 or www.auckland-singles-social-club. org.nz. A big contingent of principals from Brazil arrived at Howick College to learn about sustainable learning pathways that the college is known for. Times photos Wayne Martin

47 principals visit Howick College By Farida Master

here was a lot of fun, laughter and spoken Portuguese as a busload principals from Brazil recently descended on the grounds of Howick College. A rousing welcome by the kapa haka group along with a lineup of excited Brazilian students studying at the college welcomed 47 principals who were there to learn about innovative and sustainable learning pathways introduced by Howick College. On a seven-day tour of New Zealand, the educators were on a whistle-stop tour of eight schools and universities in Auckland and Wellington. Joao Paulo Salgueiro from Salgueiro School said the group is

part of the UNESCO Associated School Programme (ASP) that connects good teaching practices on a global level. The UNESCO values of diversity, peace, tolerance, human rights and cultural heritage are upheld whilst looking at sustainable development goals in education, he says. “We travel once a year to different countries known for good quality education. Canada, Japan and Netherlands France and Spain are the other countries the group has travelled to recently,” he said. Another principal, Paulo Pereira, says that 11,000 schools in 180 countries around the world are part of UNESCO ASP. Mike Stanghan, business man-

Memorial netball tournament Registrations are open for the #confidentlikeme Belinda-Jane Memorial Netball Tournament which will be held on Sunday, June 9. Games start at 10am at the Howick & Pakuranga Netball Courts. Entry is $100 per team (10 players only). Your entry fee will cover food, drinks and prizes. Donation buckets will be available on the day if you wish to donate to Anika’s Trust or you can donate directly to the account number 02-0152-0274481-000. Anika is the late Belinda-Jane’s daughter. For an entry form email boburns78@gmail. com.

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ager and international director, says Howick College has always been the college of choice for Brazilian students and “the longstanding relations has culminated in this trip where principals get to learn about the education system in New Zealand and understand the differences an innovations”.

This exhibition of archival photographs is part of the Auckland Festival of Photography, on from May 31 to June 16. View a snapshot of the Polish children of Pahiatua, living in New Zealand for the last 75 years: 1944-2019. You are welcome to stay awhile and peruse the current exhibits. Museum entry is by donation for casual visitors. Groups by arrangement – fee applies. Polish Museum, 125 Elliot St, Howick. Open Tue-Fri 10am-4pm and Sun 12-5pm. Phone 533 3530.

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big delegation of dignitaries from China has delivered a special gift to Owairoa Primary School. The school was one of those chosen to provide an important platform for exchanging information and opportunities in Auckland. Celebrating the sister-school relationship with Chaotian Elementary School, the grand event also marked the unveiling of the newly installed Owairoa Distance Learning Classroom as it coincided with the 30th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Auckland and Guangzhou. “Our school was extremely honoured to be chosen as New Zealand’s only school to receive this fantastic facility of an intelligent classroom with two big multimedia screens,

kindly donated to us by the leading educational technology company CreateView,” says Owairoa Primary principal Alan McIntyre. Aligning with Techweek 19, one of New Zealand’s largest technology events that focuses on digital creativity, two installers were flown over from China to install the smart classroom equipment. The goal is to enhance digital teaching techniques that will allow the school to have digital communication across the globe. Diane McIntyre, who helped organise the logistics of the big event that included a week-long cultural exchange between 10 Chaotian students, accompanied by teacher Ms Dana Lin and five parents, says: “The plan is to establish a connection to Chaotian Primary School, allowing their students and teachers to observe the

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teaching methods we utilise here at Owairoa. “They can see how we teach and also read the white board that our

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Traffic blackspot ‘abandoned by AT’ B

otany MP Jami-Lee Ross isn’t giving up his fight to have safety improvements carried out to an east Auckland traffic blackspot. Mr Ross says he’s disappointed Auckland Transport (AT) has chosen not to carry through with a proposed multi-million dollar upgrade of the Chapel Road bridge in Flat Bush. He’s writing to Auckland mayor Phil Goff in an effort to have the decision reversed. “I think it’s very unfortunate that AT has abandoned an important upgrade to a significant road in Flat Bush,” Mr Ross says. “With considerable growth in Flat Bush, and many families moving to the area, road safety is particularly important. “Chapel Road at that particular bridge is at rural road standard but it’s in a fastgrowing urban environment.” A 2017 AT report identified and recommended safety improvements to the Chapel Road bridge, which is more than six decades old. The document stems from an assessment to determine the preferred option for changing the bridge. AT identified a “significant safety concern” on the stretch of Chapel Road between Stancombe Road and Ormiston Road. Mr Ross says crash data he received from the previous government showed there were 56 crashes on the section of road between 2006 and 2016. There were 26 injury crashes, which included six

L-r, Rotarians Carole Holmes, Becca de la Vega, Zhana Zafirova, secretary Rosemary Rodgers and Trish Plowright; below, the whanau room. Photo supplied

New whanau room for community at Riverina School

The dangerous Chapel Road bridge is more than 60-years-old and was to have undergone a multi-million Photo supplied dollar upgrade. MP Jami-Lee Ross wants to change that.

serious injuries and four fatalities, as well as 30 non-injury crashes. He’s disappointed AT has chosen not to fund the work as part of its latest Auckland Regional Land Transport Plan. “This is a fast-growing area with multiple schools, a new town centre being built in Ormiston, and a premier park next door, yet we have a very old bridge built to rural standards. “It has a dangerous dog-leg curve, no pedestrian facilities, and a crash record that would make anyone queasy. “What is it going to take for AT to put some funding in to

carry out an upgrade?” Mr Ross says the bridge has safety issues that need to be addressed and it doesn’t meet the needs of the community’s road users. “Several years ago the previous government and AT agreed to fund planning of initial works to the bridge with an eye to eventually upgrading it. “I took the then-Associate Minister of Transport to see the bridge in 2017 because as a local Member of Parliament it was a high priority for transport safety funding at that time. “An upgrade of the bridge

was on the cards. I accept that the cost of building a bridge has increased, but I don’t think that’s sufficient reason for AT to have abandoned this project.” The AT report states Chapel Road accommodates about 16,200 vehicles a day. Eight different options for changing the bridge were included in the report, which recommended a network arch bridge with reduced width be progressed to the detailed design phase. It was the option that “best addresses the issues and constraints identified in the report”, it states.

It was a community celebration on Friday as Riverina School opened their whanau room during their Mother’s Day Assembly. The whanau room was a project Riverina was keen to develop as a dedicated space for the community. With the support of the new Rotary Club group, a working bee was organised to clean and prepare the old dental clinic. The room transformed from a cold, unloved space to a social hub. The Pakuranga Tamaki River Auxiliary is a new group of Rotarians attached to the Pakuranga Club, with the member’s ages ranging from 19 to 70. The transformation of the old, run down Riverina Dental Clinic to a smart and functional Whanau Room was their very first major project. The club members are very proud to be associated with the development of this very valuable and welcoming space for mums and families to use and enjoy.

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owick local Bradley McKenzie has won the Coastguard Supporter Young Volunteer of the Year Award. Every year Coastguard recognises its young volunteers from across the country who freely give their time to saving lives at sea. McKenzie has been volunteering for Coastguard since he was 18 years old. Now, four years on, he is a

well-respected senior crew member as well as Coastguard Howick’s training officer and crew chief. The Coastguard Supporter Young Volunteer of the Year Award is decided by donors and supporters of Coastguard. There were four finalists in this year’s award with McKenzie gaining the most votes to win. His fellow volunteers at Coastguard Howick say

McKenzie, who is a qualified marine and outboard engineer, has a positive can-do attitude and is an invaluable team member. McKenzie has won an Outward Bound course which will help him further develop his leadership skills. For more on volunteering for Coastguard visit www.coastguard.nz/getinvolved/how-i-can-help/iwant-to-volunteer/

Bradley McKenzie, who recently won the Coastguard Supporter Young Volunteer of the Year Award. Photo supplied

It takes a village to raise an exhibition Under the inspirational guidance of the exhibition curator, Ros Palmer, the team of volunteers and staff at the Howick Historical Village have worked together to provide a mind-boggling display of all things Victorian to celebrate the 200 years anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birthday. To quote Village Manager Kerry Powell: “What Ros has created is just fantastic and provides an excellent interactive experience for visitors of all ages. It has all come from Ros’s individual ideas and creativity. By harnessing and fostering the skills of the supporting

A replica of Queen Victoria’s wedding dress. Photo supplied

team, the exhibition has been brought to practical reality.” The public is invited to enjoy the exhibition through

to mid-July. Visitors will be delighted to discover many quirky and interesting stories relating to a monarch whose influence still touches many lives today. “For example, did you know that Queen Victoria is the reason that wedding dresses are white! “ said Kerry. “Her influence was extensive throughout the empire and her name lives on all over the world.” Check out Eckford’s Cottage for themes of music, song and dance, dogs and coronation, the Courthouse for the theme of assassination and the grand homestead, Puhi Nui, for themes of diet, whiskey,

childbirth and mourning to name a few. There are also interesting hands-on activities which include penny rubbings, making your own coat of arms and family tree, and a postcard location competition. The ongoing royal celebrations will include Meet the Villagers on June 16 which will be a lively affair with fun and games, old fashioned crafts, cooking and activities. Between July 8 and 19 (Monday to Friday), have some fun during the school holidays and discover the amusing story of Queen Victoria’s underpants.

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not fit the “crime” – especially considering the context of the communication and the existence, and use, of the religious phrase for millennia. It is disproportionate - clearly virtue signalling, and sending a strong, and intolerant, signal to society that people must not venture on some topics, even if it is your religious belief, or you will be incommensurately punished. Will the courts see it as such?

The real issue is not his communication (which I disagree with) but: is the punishment of Israel Falau proportional to the “crime”? As a yardstick, we could use the punishments dealt to other stars in rugby e.g. Kurtley Beale and his ‘white lines and didgeridoo’ antics (racial insensitivity), or go to another sport, to Aussie rules, no fans among amputees there (insulting the disabled). How about cricket and blatant ball tampering (cheating) followed by quick player rehabilitation? Rugby League - where do you start at 66 scandals in four years? Apparently offending across the board - financial, sexual, drugs and bad manners. But let’s not forget the girls with Liz Patu, a Kiwi, but also for Rugby Australia, biting her way into trouble; Jessica Peris (athletics, doping) banned from the 2018 Australian Commonwealth Games; Kylie Palmer (swimming, doping) and so on. In all these cases there were certainly people who were objectively harmed, people out of pocket, some having prizes, prestige or opportunity stolen. These real harms being more relevant than subjective harms, like the hurt feelings of an ideological group - or post hoc suggestions of role model infringements. Relatively, the punishment of Israel - losing his livelihood, being pilloried and removed from participation in a sport he loves, does

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Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown (centre) visited Howick Fire Station on International Firefighters Day. He is with (from left) Wayde Bradbury, John Searle, Leigh Butzbach and John Beswick. Photo supplied

Guns in the wrong hands Four or is it five shootings in South Auckland in the last two weeks. I thought the Government had ordered for all the guns to be handed in to the police? Obviously the bad guys don’t watch TV or read the newspapers or they would have been queuing up at the police stations to hand in their guns as requested. Maybe the police should call around at all the homes of suspected bad guys and ask them if they have any guns to hand in. Another slip-up by the Government. They did not tell the cops to lock up the guns when they were handed in, so a bad guy just walked into a police station, chose the guns he wanted and make a selection to add to his arsenal. Maybe the Government were just joking about handing in the guns or did I just imagine the whole scenario?

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Let’s hear it for our brave firefighters! On Saturday May 4, I celebrated International Firefighters Day at the Howick Fire Station. It was an opportunity for me to catch up with our local firefighters, to thank them for all the work that they do in the community and also to learn about some of the challenges that they are facing. Our firefighters do much more than just fighting fires, with greater responsibilities around supporting our other emergency services, particularly St John. This comes with additional pressures that our firefighters face on a dayto-day basis, both from additional demand and additional stress. Over the past year, our local Howick

Fire Station staff and volunteers have had to attend numerous incidents across east Auckland as well as helping to raise fire safety awareness in our community. Most recently they were first on the scene at Pakuranga Heights School where they were able to quickly extinguish a fire before it could spread to other classrooms and cause further damage. I want to acknowledge and thank all the firefighters at Howick Fire Station, both professional and volunteers for all the great work they do for our community. It is greatly appreciated and does not go unnoticed!

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Once again the gun gets much of the blame for the massacre in the Christchurch mosques. Knives can be a weapon, so can chainsaws, Hilux vans and acid. It is not so much a problem of controlling the weapons but of influencing the attitude of would-be killers. All these weapons listed have useful functions in everyday life. Knives are for various uses around the house, chainsaws for cutting trees and firewood, vans for transportation oe people and goods. What makes them dangerous is when someone sees them as a useful weapon of choice for killing people. It’s the evil thinking that makes these tools dangerous in the hands of evil people. Shouldn’t we be challenging the mindset of evil in our midst? An enlightened society would teach the sanctity of life at all levels of the education system. We are working in the wrong direction banning guns and who knows what will be banned next. It’s a knee-jerk reaction. A more concerted effort would be to thwart evil, reveal its dark secrets and confront its author. Now that would be a step in the right direction. But who is equipped to do that? Probably not our present political leaders. This is the prupose of the church. Is it up to the challenge?

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Irrigation systems design and installed, all aspects of landscape maintenance undertaken. Qualified Horticulturist Ph 535-4471 021-257-6898

MOTORING

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A STOVE PROBLEM? East City Stove Repairs. Phone Alan 0274 516 454 or 576 6756

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GARDEN Household & General, also garden work & waterblasting. Fast, friendly service. Ph Peter 021 393384 RUBBISH removal, all general & garden, free quotes ph Daniel 021 355 518 CD48042

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HOME HELP OFFERED HOME Cleaning Hwk, Botany, Pknga areas. Excel rates Ph/Txt 027 272 2319

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drawers, 2 x 2 seater sofa, 1 x entertainment unit, 1 x sandwich display case, 1 x vege display chiller. Phone 022 6751422

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HOWICK – COCKLE BAY – MELLONS BAY 2 Bed 3 Bed

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ELLERSLIE – OTAHUHU – PANMURE 1 Bed 3 Bed

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$200 Robyn/Melissa $680 Sally

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KARAKA 6 Bed

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We have a ﬁnd a tenant service or a full comprehensive Property Management service at a competitive rate Rental lists are also available at Botany Town Centre, Bucklands Beach, Flat Bush, Half Moon Bay and Pakuranga ofﬁces

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$980 Sally

BUCKLANDS BEACH – NORTHPARK 1 Bed 2 Bed 3 Bed

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$550 Amny $700 Cathy $750 Robyn/Melissa

SHELLY PARK – MEADOWLANDS 2 Bed 3 Bed

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SENIORS DANCE class, Household Goods • Clothing Deceased Estate Wednesday 11am-12noon, Good Furniture House Lots 90 Springs Rd, East Tama9 BenUsed Lomond Cres ki, ph 0274 518 880 Household Goods • ClothingRetiring or Moving Overseas?

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Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs

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Pet Boarding Grooming Doggy Daycare Queen’s Birthday bookings available 24 hour onsite care

BUYING

We purchase good quality house/flat and estate lots. Smaller lots also. Ask about our comprehensive clearout package. 25 years experience. Phone 09 532 9204 or 027 479 8942

Transit Traders Ltd Kids afternoons Adults evenings Furniture Contact Hiroshi We sell: Wanted Furniture Household GoodsGoods 534 1776 (h) Furniture • •Household in good condition Antiques • Quality Used Clothing Antiques • Quality Used Clothing 021 060 6006 (m) $$$ We pay cash!! $$$

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RUBBISH REMOVALS

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All Tree Work - Fully Insured - Qualified Arborists Over 25yrs Exp. 535 9093 027 476 0246

ROOFING ROOFING repair service. 26 yrs exper. All work guaranteed. Phone 536 7173 or 021 079 8166

Pinkys

$105 FITTED Ph 265 2941

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gas and drainage • Hot water cylinders • Bathrooms, kitchens • New and repairs

HOWICK Bch 2brm cottage suitable working cple only. $460pw avail now. Ph 5357877

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WANTED TO BUY

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CAT DOORS

RENTALS

DS Trees & Landscapes, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Phone Doug 021 537 171 or 537 8595

 Prompt Reliable Service  Bathrooms  Kitchens  General Maintenance  Hot Water Cylinders  Spouting & Roofing

DUNEDIN Elton John Concert Tues 4 Feb 2020,2brm suit 2 cples,fab views ph 0274 423515

FOR SALE

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Plumbing

BLADECUTTERS, Tree work landscaping stumps rubbish removals hedges com weed spraying. Ph Eric 021 732 147 or 534 8797

MATURE employed, honest, reliable, non-smoker female wanting to rent semi-furnished self-contained studio flat Howick area, ref avail. Phone/txt 027 252 9293

TUITION

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Handy Andy

Phone Josh 021 074 8027

HOWICK, Vincent/Ridge Rd area, 51yr old female, non-smoker, no pets, wants safe/clean self cont. flat l/ term, ph Julie 021 103 2201

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A-CLASS TREE SERVICES

TO LET

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Grace Plumbing

Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232

ACCOMMODATION WANTED

TREE SERVICES

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SCHOOL ENROLMENTS

SITUATIONS VACANT

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Relief Teachers - We NEED you!

Want the freedom and flexibility that relief teaching gives? Want to get your foot in the door to take the next step in your teaching career? We currently have a wide range of day to day relieving opportunities in Auckland. We are looking for registered teachers, both experienced and beginning teachers.

PAKURANGA COLLEGE

ENROLMENT 2020 INFORMATION EVENINGS

Ph 09 815 8152

SEWING STAR

Out of Zone Applicants The selection of out of zone applicants for Years 9 – 13, including those senior students wishing to study either the NCEA or the Cambridge International Examinations, will be carried out by a ballot. Applications for the ballot must be received by the school before 3.30pm Wednesday 4 September 2019.

We need someone to create sportswear. You must have a sewing machine and be able to work from home. Negotiable hours and rates.

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The ballot will occur on Wednesday 11 September 2019. Applicants will be notified by email of the result of the ballot. Note: Out of zone places for Years 10 to 13 will be limited. All students, in zone and out of zone, must remain living with their parent/s for the duration of their time at Macleans College.

SITUATIONS WANTED

A full list of streets is available on the school website – www.macleans.school.nz 2. Out of Zone Enrolments Applications will be processed in the following order of priority:

Fifth Priority

Will be given to applicants who are children of Board of Trustee employees.

Sixth Priority

Will be given to all other applicants.

GARDENER/Factory worker wants work, any work considered. Phone 027 2758020

Teacher aide PosiTion Send your CV with cover letter to: carolineh@botanydowns.school.nz

East Health Services Ltd is a health management organisation providing support services to East Health Trust Primary Health Organisation (a group of General Practitioners, nurses and other health professionals who work together to coordinate and improve care for people in the community). Key responsibilities include: • Coordination of conference bookings, catering and logistics • Greet arriving visitors and answer incoming telephone calls • Maintain stationery and office supplies • Organising team events • Manage reception services and running errands • Provide administrative support when required Skills and experience you will bring: • Strong customer service ethic • Excellent time management and organizational skills • Professional attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills • Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Powerpoint & Excel) • Ability to prioritise and deliver on tight timeframes • High level of initiative and able to work independently

Student Office AdminiStrAtOr One Year Position

Howick College is seeking a friendly and helpful team member for our student office. Hours of work will be 8.30am to 2.30pm during term time. This is a fixed term position for one year. Duties include student and parent enquiries, accessing and updating information on our student database, and general office tasks. We are seeking someone who has a customer service focus and is keen to be part of a great team striving to realise our vision, “Inspiring a community of passionate learners”. A letter of application with current CV and the Support Staff Application form (which can be found on our website www.howickcollege.school.nz) should be emailed to secretary@howick.school.nz Closing date for applications is Friday 7 June 2019 at 5pm.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

To apply please send a covering introduction letter and your CV to Emma Walters at emmaw@easthealth.co.nz. Applications close Friday 14 June 2019

SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

SPORT CO-ORDINATOR

Botany Downs Secondary College is currently recruiting for a Science Technician who is required for 32.5 hours per week, term time only. In times of a heavy workload there may be some variation by negotiation. Reporting to the Head of Learning Science, the key responsibilities of the Science Technician are: • to provide preparation support to the Head of Learning and Science Teaching Staff; • assist in the management of science laboratory and resources; and • provide administrative and technical support to the Head of Learning and Science Teaching Staff. As part of the Science Department, and one of two Science Technicians, we will require the applicant to have initiative, good communication skills – both written and verbal, and a high level of attention to detail. We require the applicant to have an interest in science and the ability to work in a positive and motivated manner, as part of a busy and dynamic team. Previous applicants will be considered and need not re-apply. Applications close at midday on Tuesday, June 4, 2019.

40 Hours Per Week (Term Time Only)

We’re looking for a high energy sports co-ordinator to champion our Year 3-10 sporting programme based at our Golﬂands Campus. The ideal candidate will need to have a love of sport, an outgoing personality, superb communication and administration skills and the ability to think and plan ahead. As a member of the sports team, you will seek to increase participation and through coaching develop skills, giving students opportunities to compete in organised competition sport. Applicants must actively support our school’s unique Christian character. To apply, request an application from

Raewyn.openshaw@elim.school.nz Applications close 6th June 2019

If there are more applicants in the second, third, fourth, fifth or sixth priority groups than there are places available, selection within the priority group will be by ballot.

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The Board of Trustees invites prospective parents and students to attend

FOR BOTH POSITIONS (Finance Centre Assistant and Science Technician), APPLICANTS should please submit cover letter, CV and application form (please download a copy for completion and submission from www.bdsc.school.nz), to t.horsford@bdsc.school.nz

H E R O L O G O & PA L E T T E The logo is constructed out of six PMS colours but converted to CMYK which then prints as a four colour logo.

IN ZONE and OUT OF ZONE Applicants are welcome Years 9 to 13 for 2020

Looking for local staff?

PARENT ONLY INFORMATION EVENING (for parents new to Macleans College in 2020) Wednesday 24 July 2019 Mansfield House 7.00-8.30pm

PARENT AND STUDENT OPEN DAY Saturday 10 August 2019 Main Office, Macleans College, 2 Macleans Rd, Bucklands Beach First tour will start at 9.00am Last Tour will start at 12noon Tours will start on the half hour Duration of Tour – approximately 30 mins

Phone our classified department to advertise your job vacancy

Each tour of the campus will be accompanied by our School Prefects The Associate Principal will be on site to answer general questions.

A FIRST CLASS EDUCATION Macleans College offers:

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RELIEF STAFF FOR HOUSEHOLD DUTIES PMS 298

69c / 7m / 0y / 0k 000r / 00g / 0b

PMS 382

33c / 0m / 100y / 0k 000r / 00g / 0b

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Black 55%

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We are a leading aged care facility located in Howick and require an energetic, reliable self-starter to join our Household Team as relief staff to cover permanent staff vacancies. This is a casual role which often leads to permanent employment. Rosters vary in hours and days, and weekends are also a possibility. The successful applicant will need to be well organised, have a good work ethic, be totally reliable and be a team player and be empathetic to our residents. A great team to work for, with competitive conditions. PMS 179

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0c / 70m / 100y / 0k

0c / 44m / 100y / 7k

100c / 0m / 30y / 70k

000r / 00g / 0b

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*Short-listed applicants will be required to undergo a Police Vet, once every three years. Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and a clean driver’s licence is required.

FINANCE CENTRE ASSISTANT

Botany Downs Secondary College requires a permanent Finance Centre Assistant for 37.5 hours per week, term time only. Reporting to the Finance Officer and Business Manager, the key responsibilities are: • Receive money from students, parents and or staff; • Reconciliation of cash, EFTPOS and direct credit payments, to banking preparation • Manage billing system in the student database • Handling queries via telephone, email and over the counter As part of the Finance Department, we will require the applicant to be able to take initiative, have good communication skills and a high level of attention to detail. We require the applicant to work in a positive and motivated manner, as part of a busy and dynamic team. Applications close at midday on Monday, June 10, 2019.

HBH SENIOR LIVING CARE & VILLAGE

Initial applications by phone to: HBH Senior Living 139 Union Road, Howick Phone 09 538 0800 ext 0 between 9am-4pm Monday to Friday

Ph: 271 8055 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

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Phone 271 8055

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• NCEA • Cambridge International Examinations • An extensive extra-curricular programme, including a full range of sporting, cultural and service activities • A strong pastoral care programme in a Whanau house environment • A modern, well equipped campus

Our ideal candidate will have a positive, can-do attitude, be enthusiastic and proactive to take on a range of tasks to keep the office organised and support a busy team.

A teacher aide is required for 27.5 hours a week Monday to Friday to supervise groups: Maths, Reading and Written language in class support. Applications close on Friday 7th June 2019.

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All residential addresses on included sides of boundary roads and all no exit roads off included sides of boundary roads are included in the zone unless otherwise stated.

Will be given to applicants who are children of former Macleans College students.

Our Best Always

Part Time

For a small rest home. Will need to work Monday to Friday 8am-1pm. Relative work experience will be preferred. Phone 532 9502 or 021 701 981 fenciblemanor2015@ gmail.com

Starting at Howick Beach, cross Beach Road (107,102 and below included) travelling west and north of Uxbridge Road (excluded) to the intersection with Picton Street (67, 60 and below included). From Picton Street continue along Ridge Road (47,60 and below included) to Bleakhouse Road to the intersection with Gills Road (excluded). Travel west and north of Gills Road (excluded), crossing Bucklands Beach Road (340, 341 and below included) to the intersection with Pigeon Mountain Road (61, 56 and below included) and Himalaya Drive (excluded). Continue on Pigeon Mountain Road, along Ara Tai to the Coastline. Compass Point Way included. Follow the coastline back to the starting point.

Will be given to applicants who are siblings of former students.

Email: addison.knight.nz @gmail.com

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Enrolment Scheme

1. Home Zone The geographic area described below, shall operate as the school’s home zone under Section 11G of the Education Act 1989. All students living in the home zone are entitled to pre-enrol at the school at any time.

Fourth Priority

As the first point of contact you will provide exceptional customer experience to visitors/callers at the front desk. You will coordinate conference bookings and logistics to ensure meetings and education sessions run smoothly.

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The Board of Trustees requires in zone students to live in the zone for a minimum of one year from their first day at the Macleans College.

Will be given to applicants who are siblings of current students.

• Be part of a dynamic team providing healthcare services for our community

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In Zone Applications Enrolment applications for Years 9 – 13, including those from senior students wishing to study either the NCEA or the Cambridge International Examinations, should be received by the school by Friday 23 August 2019. The application form should be completed in full.

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• Part-time 20 hours per week (8.30-12.30 Mon-Fri)

Botany Downs Primary School

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Application forms for enrolment will be available from the school office and can be downloaded from our website from Wednesday 5 June 2019.

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Phone 0508 752 937 - 09 276 5464

We are looking for a hard working person to join our team who is keen to learn and develop their skills in Paving and Earthworks. Must be reliable. Immediate start. Ph 027 502 1187 or email your CV to info@riggaspaving.co.nz

Parents interested in enrolling their son or daughter for the 2020 school year please note the following:

Will be given to students who have been accepted for enrolment in special programme(s) run by the school and approved by the Secretary for Education. This priority category is not applicable at this school as the school does not run a special programme(s) approved by the Secretary.

• A busy and varied role for a customer service focussed administrator

PAVING & LANDSCAPING

Enrolment Procedures for 2020 – Years 9 to 13

Time

We offer good opportunities within our expanding company.

SITUATIONS VACANT

A school offering both NCEA and Cambridge International Examinations

Date Venue

CCTV, plumbing or drainlaying background preferred.

Pakuranga

First Priority

RECEPTIONIST / ADMINISTRATOR

DRAIN UNBLOCKER DRAINSLAYERS CO LTD

Experienced friendly receptionist required who will accept responsibility to competently manage a range of administrative tasks in our 3 dentist / 4 hygienist practice. You will be efficient, organised, proactive and able to think on your feet. Great people skills, computer skills, initiative, a strong work ethic with an ability to learn are necessary.

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Date Venue Time

Preferably certified and experienced in public and private drainage.

Dental Receptionist/ pRactice aDministRatoR

Please email CV to Peter at psmith@frasersmithlowe.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

DRAINLAYERS DIGGER OPERATORS

Email: relief@oasis-edu.co.nz - www.betterteachers.nz

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Tuesday 18 June 2019 at 7:00pm or Wednesday 19 June 2019 at 7:00pm in the Pakuranga College Library Prospective parents are warmly invited to attend either of these meetings to meet the Principal and Senior Staff, and to find out more about the values and philosophies of the college, including NCEA and e-Learning. The meetings will last approximately an hour. The College has a BYOD policy and will be asking all Year 9 students to have a digital device (iPad, tablet, netbook, etc.) for personal use in class and for homework. We will also hold an Open Morning on Saturday 3 August 2019 9:00am to 12 Noon Enrolment packs will be distributed to Year 8 students at contributing schools from Monday 24 June 2019 and will be available from Reception from Friday 28 June 2019. Michael Williams Principal

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CLASSIFIEDS

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Close call vs Eden

Do you want to volunteer? If you are thinking of volunteering you might want to think about what types of activities you enjoy, what skills and experience you have to offer, what causes are important to you, and, how much time you would be willing to commit – this will give you direction. If there is a particular organisation you would like to volunteer with, don’t be afraid to contact them and ask if they have any volunteer positions which you could apply for. Depending upon your interests, you could approach different types of organisations such as: ■■ Education providers – they may need volunteers to help with fundraising, governance, maintenance and upkeep of property or information technology support. ■■ Youth organisations – they may be looking for mentors, activities organisers, drivers and more. ■■ Animal welfare groups – they may want people to do hands–on care of animals or advocating for animal rights. ■■ Environmental and conservation groups – they may be nationwide or have a local focus. ■■ Professional interest, cultural or creative groups may need volunteers for organising events, governance, professional advice, marketing and publicity or management. CAB has been serving the community for more than 40 years and this amazing service is provided by volunteers.

At the moment, CAB Pakuranga/Botany is looking for volunteers to work as interviewers. Stock image

It offers volunteers a great opportunity for personal learning and development. Volunteering helps to learn new skills, knowledge and gain experience. It helps to meet new people and form lifelong friendships. Plus, making an invaluable difference. All this while having fun! At the moment, CAB Pakuranga/ Botany is looking for volunteers to work as interviewers. If you are a good communicator, problem solver, confident in using a computer, eager to learn and work in a multicultural organisation, contact Louise on 576 9170.

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PIC insurance Brokers U85kg Taipans 27 – 29 University Debt Collectors Tries: Jeandre du Toit x 1, Michael Taylor x 1, Logan Kinnear x 1 and Brad Martin x 1 Conversions: Jason Littlefield x2 Penalty: Jason Littlefield x 1 Halftime: 13-10

Greenstuff Presidents 65 – 0 Manukau Tries: Mils Maifala x 3, Sam Boggs x 2, Shaun Ryan x 2, Stephen Kitchener x 1, Andrew Smith x 1, Nico Uys x 1, Kengi Takino x 1 Halftime: 30 - 0

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All Saints’ Anglican Church Selwyn Rd, Howick Phone 534-6864 Email: allsaints@xtra.co.nz

Services: Sun 7.30am & 9.30am Wednesday 10am www.allsaintshowick.org.nz

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Looking for a church home?

To advertise your Church Services in this feature next week, phone Classiﬁeds on 271 8055 or email classiﬁedadverts@times.co.nz

Howick Presbyterian Church St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz • Phone 535-4403

One Lord One Faith One People Sunday morning 9.30am (with children’s programme) Sunday evening service TBA Youth Group every Friday 7.00pm

Sunday, June 2 8.45am Communion in the chapel

www.elimchristiancentre.org.nz

EXPERIENCED PROPERTY LAWYER

SUNDAY

Cnr Wellington & Picton Sts Phone 534-5142

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Tamil service

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Encouraging messages, inspiring worship, exciting children’s & youth programmes

159 Botany Road 09 538 0360 east@elimchristiancentre.org.nz

A place to belong. Sunday Service — Children’s & Youth programme available*

8:30am

9am* 10:45am* 5:30pm

5 Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga eastgatecc.org.nz

Ph: 271 8055 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

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See www.fenciblelaw.co.nz/careers Phone Richard (in confidence) 021 433 996 or email CV to richard@fenciblelaw.co.nz

SERVICE

Thursday, June 6 10am Morning Worship

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Lawyers in the heart of Howick

Located in Howick Village, Auckland, we are a busy, forward thinking, modern law firm with quality clients and excellent systems. Key attributes required for this role: • At least three years current New Zealand PQE • Experienced dealing with clients, files and be able to handle a heavy workload • Be able to work closely with the Director • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. • Confident and professional approach • Current conveyancing experience is essential • Experience with Trust and Estate work We consider work/life balance as an important value within our firm. Howick Village offers fantastic schools, shopping, beaches, cafes, sports and cultural facilities all within a short distance. An attractive salary package will be offered to the successful applicant.

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Selwyn Centre, Flat Bush, offers a varied programme of activities that provide companionship, fun, advice and support for older people living in the community. As the Selwyn Centre Community Coordinator you will create and supervise our Friday morning programme, ensuring our guests enjoy themselves in a safe and caring environment. A background of community involvement and/or experience in education or social work is preferred, as is a clean NZ Drivers Licence. A demonstration of your warmth, empathy and understanding of older people living in the community is essential. This is a part-time position working 6 hours per week. Anglican Parish of St Paul’s in the Park, 141 Chapel road, Flat Bush. For full details about the role, contact reverend warner wilder, Priest in Charge warnerwilder30@gmail.com

■■ Solutions editorial has been compiled by Vani, and is a regular column from the Pakuranga Citizens Advice Bureau, Library Building, Pakuranga, Phone 576 8331 and at Botany Citizens Advice Bureau, rear Food Court Entrance, Botany Town Centre, Phone 271 5382 or 0800 267 222 for free, confidential and informative help. rise 2:37am Set 2:54pm 3:56am 4:22pm

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akuranga United Rugby Club’s Premiers almost pulled off the comeback of the season reducing a heavy half-time deficit to record a 24-18 loss against Eden. PURC director of rugby Pita Alatini said the performance demonstrates an ability by the Prems to step up in the second half. The Prems were down 19-3 at the break. “They (Eden) were very clinical in that first half. We gave away too many penalties. That was pretty disheartening.,” he said. “But in the second Half we adapted and had a bit more opportunity and near the end we were well within a position to win.” The Prems had to focus to stay in the hunt for a top four finish. They meet Papatoetoe at home this weekend.

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Beware Indian comeback W

isely the Black Caps are not getting carried away with their six-wicket victory against powerful India in their opening World Cup ODI warmup game on London’s Oval wicket which saw Trent Boult weave his swing magic. With Boult leading the way with his 4-33, backed by all-rounder Jimmy Neesham’s 3-26, India struggled to 179 from 39.2 overs. New Zealand hit the required 180 with almost 13 overs to spare, thanks to Ross Taylor’s 71 and Kane Williamson’s 67. While skipper Williamson accumulated his total from a pedestrian 87 balls after a disappointing Indian Premier League Twenty20, Taylor amassed his from just 75 at almost a run ball. Before that, Taylor’s ODI average this year was 74.1. In 2017 it was 60.5 and last year it was an incredible Bradman like 91.3. While coach Gary Stead would have been delighted with the performance of his two premier batsmen, there will be concern Colin Munro went for a three-ball duck and opening partner Martin Guptill was dismissed for a shaky 22. Munro likes to play with the fearless abandon of dynamic mentor Brendon McCullum who gave the Black Caps such a fast start on their way to the 2015 World Cup glory

Ross Taylor amassed his 71 from just 75 balls in the World Cup ODI warm-up game against India.

before ecstatic home crowds. Unfortunately he can also be reckless and sacrifice his wicket too easily, just as McCullum did against Australia in the 2015 final against brilliant pace bowler Mitchell Starc. On a pitch favouring swing and seam that was so different to what is expected on others that will favour the batsmen, the Black Caps made hay while the sun shone at the Oval.

Particularly pleasing was Colin de Grandhomme’s 1-12 from six economic overs in which he captured the wicket of master batsman Virat Kohli for 18 with a pearler. All-rounders Neesham and de Grandhomme are hard-hitting middle order batsmen who can accumulate runs quickly. But only one may make the starting XI if dry wickets favour fielding both spinners, Mitchell Santner and Ish Sodhi, who went wicketless against

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India. Still it was a heartening opening warm-up for a team that had not been together for a few months although everyone expects India, along with England and Australia, to be a much tougher proposition when the championship proper gets underway on Thursday. Meanwhile I’m surprised that in strongly favouring experience, passionate Silver Ferns coach Noeline Taurua left Aliyah Dunn out of her

Agnew’s Angle World Cup squad. Goal shoot Dunn’s scoring percentage in the ANZ championship has been consistently superior to goal attacks Bailey Mes and Ameliaranne Ekenasio although apparently Taurua wasn’t satisfied with her strength and conditioning. On the credit side Mes is an outstanding rebounder whereas Ekenasio is a beautiful feeder whose combination with Dunn is a major reason for the Central Pulse’s success this season. And no-one works the circle better. Obviously there is no complaint about the selection of Australian based Maria Folau who, at 32, has hinted her outstanding international career could be coming to a close. That would be a pity for her amazing long range goals, shot quickly with such poise and confidence, is one of the international game’s greatest highlights. The squad is: Karin Burger, Gina Crampton, Ameliaranne Ekenasio, Maria Folau, Phoenix Karaka, Casey Kopua, Laura Langman (captain), Bailey Mes, Katrina Rore, Shannon Saunders, Te Paea SelbyRickit, Jane Watson. Ivan Agnew is an award-winning sports writer and author

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