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Vester bids farewell By FARIDA MASTER

At Edgewater College everyone cares about each other, says Principal Allan Vester who is ready to hang up his boots.

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Trial by fire aptly describes Allan Vester’s appointment as principal of Edgewater College 23 years ago. The entire Nelson Block was ablaze and he was called in to handle a major crisis even before he officially took over the hot seat at the principal’s office. “Technically I wasn’t the principal then but had to make some quick decision,” Mr Vester recollects as his long run as principal of Edgewater College draws to an end. “It was not the kind of start you anticipate,” he says. Anyone who has seen Mr Vester, 65, literally jump hoops whilst doing the sound and lighting for any of the college productions knows that he is not the sort who sits behind a desk. Known to roll up his sleeves and get jobs done, he readily helps a cluster of primary and intermediate schools in the area with the sound and lights at their events. Reflecting on his tenure as principal, he says that maintaining the roll of a low-decile school located in a high socio-economic area has been the biggest challenge over the years. ➤ Turn to Page 3

Two charged after baby badly beaten in Howick By THERESE HENKIN

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Medical staff alerted police to the girl’s injuries, describing them as being of varying stages and classically associated with nonaccidental injury, suggesting she had been deliberately harmed on a number of occasions. The infant was immediately taken into the care of Oranga Tamariki and police launched an investigation. While the child is expected to make a full

recovery, Detective Senior Sergeant Eddie Sutherland said last week that police were “extremely concerned” by the injuries and looking for anyone with information. The NZ Herald reported that the family of the girl “closed ranks” when they were questioned by police and refused to give information. The pair have since been remanded on bail and are next due to appear in the Manukau District Court later this month.

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wo people have been charged in relation to a case in which a baby was beaten. The case involves a 4-month-old girl who was badly beaten and suffered significant injuries. The Howick infant had 16 fractures to her skull, arms and legs in what was believed to be a domestic violence incident. Last week a 28-year-old man was charged

with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and appeared in the Manukau District Court on Wednesday. A 30-year-old woman was charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice and appeared in court on Thursday. The infant was first admitted to Middlemore Hospital on February 18, after her family took her to the doctors and the child was referred on to the hospital.

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Presenting the documentary ‘Poles Apart’ about the children of Pahiatua, their arrival in 1944 and memories 73 years on. Come hear their stories, then wander the galleries within the museum. April 12, 1pm-3.30pm, $10 per person includes cuppa. Polish Museum, 125 Elliot St, Howick. Individual visitors welcomed. No bookings required, phone 533-3530. phtmuseum@ outlook.com.

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The run-up to the annual Anzac Poppy Day is in full swing at Howick RSA and, as is the case every year, more volunteers will be welcomed to help spread the load. ADVERTISERS Colin Smith has been planning this for several months. The 2015 Nielsen Media Trends The campaign got underway last week when Report shows community boxes of poppies were delivered to schools newspapers have more readers a throughout the Howick Ward. week in NZ than daily newspapers For the 14th year Macleans College students will K take poppy and collection boxes around businesses NZ READERSHIP ACROSS A WEE throughout the East Tamaki industrial area. % And last week boxes of 100 poppies along with collection boxes were dropped off to a myriad of % businesses throughout the ward, including retail shops, banks, doctors’ rooms, tennis club, garden centres and cafes. Every year the RSA establishes key collection points in shopping malls throughout the ward and Get on trend! Grow your it is here there can never be enough volunteers. customers, build your sales and profits with us. Phone 271 8068, They are needed to man the booths on four twoemail sales@times.co.nz hour shifts, from 8.30am-4.30pm on Poppy Day. Source: Nielsen Survey 01-04-2014 15 . All people NZ 15 . Readership “We are always across a week comparison Community v Daily newspaper. very grateful to the volunteers,” Mr Smith said. “We never have PUZZLE NO. 7852 enough but it spreads 1 3 6 2 4 5 7 the load. People can always bring a partner or a friend to share the 9 8 shift.” Volunteers prepared to man RSA booths 11 10 on Poppy Day in the Howick Ward on Friday, April 20 and Saturday, 14 15 12 13 April 21, can phone the 16 17 Howick RSA on 5349702 or send an email to 18 19 20 21 admin@howickrsa.co.nz 22 or leave a name and 23 24 time on the RSA notice board.

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Howick Pakuranga & Districts Association invites you to its meeting at the Pakuranga Bowling Club pavilion, Lloyd Elsmore Park, on Friday, April 6, 10am with Janet Wilson, journalist, TV producer & media advisor, talking on “Modern Media: Marvellous or Munted?” At 11am Jock Jamieson from the Sensible Sentencing Trust will speak on “NZ’s Get Out of Jail Free Card”. Refreshments 9.30am. Members and non-members welcome. Phone Sandy Feringa 534-9409.

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Non-Profit group. Come and meet some new people. Rock and Roll dance lessons at Bucklands Beach War Memorial Hall. Six week beginners on Tuesdays 7-7.30 pm, starting April 10. Arrive early first night. Phone Linda 021-0266 8577.

Autumn Concert

Eastern Stars Concert Band’s Autumn Concert will be held at Eastview Baptist Church, 559 Chapel Road, Botany on Saturday, April 14 at 7pm. A variety of exciting and interesting music will be performed by all Eastern Stars Bands. Tickets available at door. Adult $10, Senior/Student $5, Family $25. Phone Barrie 271- 4558 or 021-722171.

Genealogists

The next meeting of the Howick Branch of the NZSG will be held on Saturday April 14 at St Andrews Church Centre, Vincent Street, Howick at 1.30 pm. Dr Barbara Smith will be speaking about the history of the Costley Home for the Aged Poor at Greenlane. Door charge $5.00. Visitors welcome. Further information Ph. 576-4715 or 576-5400.

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ast Wednesday we attended one of the largest funerals to be held in Howick for a long time. The very sudden loss of young mother Belinda (Bindy) Jane Burns was a huge shock for all who knew the family. Belinda was the much-loved eldest daughter of Pip and the late Wes Burns who for many years owned Wes Burns Appliances in Howick. Since 1974, the year Belinda was born, I have known the family and my girls have played netball with both Belinda and her sister Bo. This loss was really personal to me and my family. The funeral was a magnificent send-off to Belinda with more than 700 people attending the ceremony at All Saints Anglican Church in Selwyn Road, Howick. It is so sad to attend a funeral where most of

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the congregation are young. The haka that Matt, Belinda’s young brother, and others performed was haunting and a sign of huge respect as the hearse left the church. Belinda passed away sud-

denly at home on March 22. Her death notice said it all. Devoted and loving mum of her precious eight-year-old AnikaJane Aramanu, and step-mum of Kaira, Saskia, Lexie and Blake; cherished sister of Alistair, Grant, Bo, Matt and Selwyn; adored aunty of Lucy, Sophie, Charlie and Grayson; partner and friend of Paul and Matariki, and sorely missed by her many family and friends. Belinda attended Cockle Bay Primary and spent her senior years at Diocesan School for Girls. She played for Howick United Netball Club and was also a Counties Manukau netball representative. Belinda had a larger than life personality and a successful career in sales and marketing. As Bo put it in an earlier tribute: “We have no words, only an ocean of tears! The heartbreak is real, the reality is not.” ■■ Reay Neben is managing director of Times Newspapers

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tic about what the future holds for Harcourts People First and what they will be able to help their local community achieve. “I think Peter and his growing team are in a great position to help people find the home of their dreams in Howick and Pakuranga.” Meanwhile, Harcourts this week announced the opening of Harcourts Milestone, in Botany, owned by Sophie Kaur and Aman Pannu. “We are extremely excited about the potential of the Botany area and what the future holds,” said Kaur (more on Botany business to follow). The Times last week reported that Harcourts Preet & Co had gone into administration. Administrators Meltzer Mason confirmed to the Times that it was shortly to file an administra-

tor’s report with the Companies Office. Preet & Co’s Botany offices had closed while the Howick and Pakuranga offices remained in business. A media report in January said an investigation had been launched into “abnormalities” in the trust account of Preet’s multi-agency group. About $1.7 million of trust account money is said to be involved, according to a person familiar with the situation, the NZ Herald reported. A Real Estate Agents Authority spokesperson told the Herald: “The REAA has completed its investigation into the abnormalities in the trust account of Preet & Co. The matter is now in the hands of the (Real Estate Agents Disciplinary Tribunal) tribunal.”

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distinguished naval career is not the first thing that comes to mind when you’re preparing for a real estate career. But for Peter Sund, new owner of Harcourts’ Howick and Pakuranga offices, property has been a life-long interest. “I have been involved in the buying and selling of property since I was 19,” Sund says, adding that his real estate knowledge and experience has grown alongside his naval career, and expanded since his retirement in 2006 after 20 years’ service. Sund is excited about bringing that expertise to the newlybranded Harcourts People First Real Estate Limited in Howick and Pakuranga, and enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead. “There is huge scope to grow the business here, and really cement our place in the community. Howick and Pakuranga each have their own unique feel and their own communities, but they have many similarities also,” he said. “They’re both very family oriented and enjoy some great coastal locations, as well as great local amenities. “I’m really looking forward to helping our team work with people from all walks of life, so they can close the deal on their new properties in this area.” Harcourts CEO Chris Kennedy says he is thrilled to welcome Sund and People First to the Harcourts family. “I’m very optimis-

Edgewater head puts his feet up ➤➤From page 1 Having chaired the New Zealand Secondary Principals’ Council for five years, Mr Vester is an expert in education policy and plans to continue to be involved in technical reference groups that review school funding. And while the thought of “retiring and not going to another job for the first time in my life” is a bit daunting, he hopes to spend more time kite surfing, riding a bigger motorbike and getting involved in smaller educational projects—not only in Auckland but also in Wellington. It is hard for him to let

go, but he says it’s time for someone new to take over the leadership role. “Associate principal of Howick College, Louise Addison has been appointed as the new principal and I am happy to say that our school is financially in great shape with a very loyal staff and teachers,” he said. “We’ve had a very low turnover and I can’t speak too highly of the staff.” He also talked about the students having “a sense of belonging” at the school. “I am proud to say that all our kids in the Year 9-Year 13 pathway enjoy their time at school. At Edgewater College

everyone cares about each other.” Mr Vester plans to retire after the Golden Jubilee celebrations on April 27 and 28 “since there is a lot of work to be done. And this makes the transition for the new principal easier. All the budgeting and staffing for the year has been done”. On April 29 he will tidy up his desk and walk out of the school gates for good. “I have been getting a lot of hugs from parents, teachers and students... everyone has been getting very emotional....but now the time has come to stop being principal,” he says.

Stories of the war with Eric Wilson April has crept up quickly and now we’re only two weeks away from celebrating Anzac Day and Poppy Day. Make sure you and your family get along to one of the spectacular services held on Stockade Hill to commemorate the sacrifice of those who went to war for our freedom this year on April 25. Another one to mark in the diary is long-time Howick RSA member Eric Wilson’s

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Bucket list of complaints By Farida Master

ot many residents are aware that Auckland Council is proposing a targeted rate of $67 per year to fund a food scrap collection once a week. It will mean a third small (bucket) bin to which will be collected every second week. According to Waste Management staff, the red lidded-bin which is for general waste will be checked and if food waste has been binned inside, a sticker would go on it and the bin will not be collected. The new bucket bins will be hand-picked and emptied into another contractor’s truck. A consultation summary of Draft Auckland Waste Management and Minimisation Plan 2018 says: “Nearly half the weight of an average household rubbish bin is food. It generates unwanted greenhouse gases in

landfills and we think there’s a better way to manage it – by introducing a kerbside collection for food scraps across urban Auckland. “We can process food waste for useful purposes, such as making compost or generating energy. “We’ll also keep supporting initiatives to help you reduce the amount of food waste you produce, and to compost at home. “Over time, as weekly collections of food scraps remove the largest (and often smelliest) volume of waste from bins, we expect to be able to reduce refuse collection to a fortnightly service.” The bins have already been delivered to some areas of Papakura and have had residents complain of maggots and blow flies hanging around the bins. “If you forget to put the bin out one week, it will be two

Auckland Councillor Sharon Stewart is disappointed that there has been no public consultation for food Times photos Farida Master waste bins.

weeks of blow flies. The light bucket bins also tend to be blown on the road,” says a resident. Some people have commented on social media about forgotten rubbish being dumped into parks and streams or into other people’s general waste bins. Auckland Councillor Sharon Stewart is disappointed that there has been no public consultation for the food waste bins. She says she has had calls from concerned residents asking about the small food waste bin. “People are having trouble finding any mention on the forms about the proposed targeted rate of $67,” she says. Mrs Stewart wants to make sure everyone has been consulted. “Elected councillors will be considering your feedback — this is just one of the questions being asked on the AK Have Your Say.”

No opt out of food scrap bins Parul Sood, Waste planning manager Auckland Council responds to queries about the new foods waste bins that will be shortly introduced with a targeted rate of $67. By Farida Master ■■ Does everyone have to have the bucket bin or is it optional? What about those who are composting the food waste in their backyards? Like with the household recycling bin service, people cannot ‘opt out’ of the food scrap collection – the service will be covered by rates in the areas it will be provided. The food scraps service will be provided to all households in the urban Auckland region. Aucklanders can choose whether or not they actually use the food bin. However, the average Auckland household rubbish bag/bin contains around 45 per cent food waste, so using the bin will significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill. This will not only save residents money on rubbish disposal, but it will benefit the environment. The new food scraps service does not replace home composting. The food waste bin takes all types of food scraps including the ones that are not easily composted, such as meat, small bones and shellfish. The new food scraps service will also provide those households who currently are not able to home compost with a

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service to reduce their waste to landfill and provide them with a means of recycling their food waste. Up to 75 per cent of composters would also use the service as part of a complementary system to managing a household’s food waste. Some items like meat, bones and seafood shells are tricky to compost at home but are more easily processed at commercial level because of the scale and types of equipment used. The council actively encourages residents to compost and have a number of schemes in place to support this. However, research indicates that a lot of people can’t or have not got the opportunity to compost, so the food scraps service gives everyone the opportunity to reduce their waste and do their bit for the environment. ■■ When will it be introduced in East Auckland? Auckland Council is aiming to progressively introduce a food scraps collection service across the region by 2021. As of last week, approximately 18,000 properties in Papakura began receiving the service. And we have got no complaints so far. Exact timelines for the implementation of this service

in other parts of Auckland have not yet been determined. ■■ Why is there no mention of the cost in Have your Say Auckland? The targeted rate is mentioned in Issue 3 of the 10-year Budget. ■■ Is it true that the red and yellow lid bins will be collected every second week and the red lid bin which is for general waste will be checked for food waste and fined accordingly? The rubbish collection service will continue to run weekly for the immediate future. However, over time, Aucklanders will not need to put their bins out every week. As weekly collections of food scraps remove the largest volume of waste from bins, we expect to be able to reduce refuse collection to a fortnightly service. Aucklanders can choose how often they want to have their bin emptied – only putting the bin out when it’s full can save residents money. There will be no changes to the fortnightly recycling service. To encourage residents to use the food scraps service and divert it from landfill, we do have bylaw provisions that prohibit food scraps to put in the refuse bin.

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Z’s tough security drives offenders away By Farida Master

Energy service stations have installed security systems costing up to $20 million. Mark Forsyth, general manager retail Z Energy, says that it is not only about installing fog cannons, but also about working on an environmental design that makes it safer for everyone involved. Fog cannons dispense fog so dense that the offenders cannot even see their own hands. Environmental designs mean no big trees to shield the outer view, bright led lighting and clean lines which make it possible to spot a dodgy character from a distance - even at 3am. Making sure that staff are safe behind glass doors are the steel bollards; high quality digital CCTV that helps police with facial recognition; a license plate recognition camera system that alerts those behind the counter, way before the person has stepped into the gas station. “There is a safe where all the cash goes in so there is no cash to steal. Two keys are required to open the safe and staff only have one. It means that people go to jail for stealing 40 bucks.” says Mr Forsyth.

Z Energy retailer Wayne Kennerley (left) with general manager retail Mark Forsyth.

Being a bigger organisation, Z Energy (203 sites) has invested millions in sophisticated hardware and software to create situational awareness and train staff. “A DNA spray just above the door can squirt the offender with a spray without them knowing about it. And you can’t wash it,” Mr Forsyth says. “The cops can use an infrared light on the suspect and it will reveal the location and time of offending.”

A steel cigarette dispensing machine behind the counter is also wired to the computer and makes it impossible to steal tobacco. “With all the security measures in place, staff members have more time to escape to a safe room that has a reinforced steel door. Once inside they can raise an alarm and press the button to the fog cannon,” says Wayne Kennerley, who operates multiple Z outlets in the area.

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“We have to constantly think ahead and keep updating our security systems. All these measures have dramatically reduced the crime rate at our gas stations.” Judging by the number of recently-reported aggravated robberies at dairies in the Waikato, young offenders appear to have moved out of Auckland. Word on the street has it that a break-in at Z Energy is just not worth their trouble.

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Fog cannons could be answer By Farida Master Police are encouraging vulnerable shopkeepers and dairy owners to install fog cannons as a security measure to deter break-ins and aggravated robberies. “Fog cannons are an effective deterrent to offenders by releasing a dense, thick fog making it all but impossible to see,” says senior sergeant Michael Schmidt. The fog cannons activate very quickly and fill a retail premises within seconds, providing an effective prevention tool to increase the safety of retailers. The fog makes it difficult for offenders to get their bearings once activated and at the same time gives the retail staff enough time to retreat to a place of safety. Wanting to help shop keepers who have been repeatedly attacked, the Government has announced a package to subsidise fog cannons provided retailers meet the criteria based on a potential threat threshold— which takes into account factors such as vulnerability, whether the premises is subject to repeat victimisation, number of calls for service to police and whether premises are located on or near major roads and crime corridors. The high at-risk shop owners will pay only 10 per cent of the price of the fog cannon. The rest is subsidised by the police. While police are already working with retailers who have been identified as fitting the criteria, others have the option of self-referring to the scheme through contact with local police. “Shops and retailers are a significant part of the community and, as such, the community has a part to play in preventing robberies and thefts from stores,” says Sgt Schmidt. “The public are encouraged to contact police if they see a vehicle parked in a strange manner or anyone acting in a suspicious way as we need to work together to ensure the safety of everyone in our community,” he says.

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ot on the heels of the Volvo Yacht Race crews cleaning an Auckland beach, a group of Hunua School students from Years 5-8 cleaned up Umupuia Beach. A representative from Sustainable Coastlines visited the school and addressed the issues the world is having with plastics and other rubbish affecting marine life, said Hunua School deputy principal Kris Burden. So on March 16 they headed to the beach on a mission. “When we first arrived, we looked at the beach and wondered why we were there, it looked spotless,” Mrs Burden said. “Two hours later we had collected six bags of rubbish … clothing, fabric, fishing line, hooks, food wrappers, and so much glass! We couldn’t believe how much rubbish there actually was, all having the potential to harm marine life or people.” Year 7 and 8 students also conducted a few experiments of their own. “There is a lot of discussion on the internet about the tiny pieces of plastic and plastic beads that contaminate the sand, so we wanted to know if Umupuia Beach was affected by this,” she

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said. Students set up stations in four tidal zones. First of all, they collected any plastic they could see inside the hoops. Then it was time to test the sand itself. “We had seen an experiment where you place sand in a glass, added water and stirred. Every time, tiny pieces of plastic could be seen swirling in the water,” said Mrs Burden. “So we tried it for each of our four

stations. We tested each station five times. On each occasion no plastic was found, only small pieces of plant came to the surface. We wonder how typical this is in New Zealand beaches? “We were able to take one bag back to school so we could conduct an audit. While we categorised, sorted and counted the rubbish, we created artworks that really made us think of the impact it all has on planet earth.”

Playground commemorates Koro By FARIDA MASTER There was rain forecast but the sun is shining brightly and that’s because our Kaumatua Koro Percy is looking down at us from the skies and smiling at us, said Matua Tapu (Pou Tikanga o Te Whanau Rautoetoe) at the blessing ceremony of the new playground at Riverina School last Thursday. The school’s new playground, funded by various charities including the Lion Foundation and the Rae and Ernie Johnston Memorial Trust, has been dedicated to the memory of Kaumatua Koro Percy who passed away at the time

Left to right, Don Lawry, David Wardell, Caroline Chawke, Sylvie Wilkinson and Matua Tapu at the opening of the new playground at Riverina School. Times photo Farida Master

the funds were being raised for the playground. Mr Tapu, along with students, sprinkled sacred water from Mt Taranaki on the grounds of the playground. “The students have been waiting for a long time for the new playground to be officially opened,” said school principal Caroline Chawke. The ribbon was cut by Sylvie Wilkinson of Pakuranga Rotary and the Rae and Ernie Johnston Memorial Trust, after which all the students were treated to ice cream. Moments later, the kids were at play—making the most of the newly opened playground.

Education a key priority for National When Simon Bridges announced his National Party portfolio reshuffle, I was privileged to be selected as the new associate spokesperson for education. National has a formidable education team, with Nikki Kaye remaining our primary spokesperson, Deputy Leader Paula Bennett picking up tertiary education, Jo Hayes taking on Maori education, and Nicola Willis responsible for early childhood education. Last week, Nikki launched a petition asking the Government to improve the quality of school and parental reporting, in light of their decision to scrap National Standards. National believes that parents should be able to see how their kids are doing at school and that schools should be held accountable for lifting achievement, which was the key focus of this policy. As part of the last election we campaigned on a policy to widen the scope of National Standards to report across more of the curriculum. However, we recognised this would require a significant amount of time and investment and committed to retaining National Standards until we could adequately upgrade them. In scrapping National

Simeon Brown MP for Pakuranga Standards without a replacement ready to take their place, Labour changed the National Administration Guidelines to remove the requirement for schools to report achievement information to the Ministry of Education. This means schools are now able to decide their own method of reporting, or indeed whether they even report to parents at all. This will result in confusion for parents who may want to see how their child is progressing both within their school and compared to the rest of the country, as there will no longer be a nationwide picture of achievement. The petition we have launched also calls for investment in online tools to ensure parents and teachers can have confidence in the data that’s being reported and have a greater frequency of reporting in the future. To sign the petition, visit nikkikaye.national.org. nz/school_and_parents_ reporting. Simeon Brown MP for Botany

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in Tauranga. It is currently perched on her mum Mimi Hung’s property in Half Moon Bay. “The tiny house movement is gaining momentum, especially for younger generations who want to fight the housing /mortgage battle instead of being tied up with a 20-30 years of mortgage,” said Mimi. “She hopes to be debt-free in less than five years. Bobbie and friends are passionate about it, full marks for trying.”

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Hang on a minute Jim! Re Friends of Macleans Park (Times, March 12). I am writing in response to an article about Howick Local Board member Jim Donald’s proposal to form a group to be called ‘Friends of Macleans Park’. Garry Boles, member of the Howick Local Board, had been in discussion with me about whether Eastern Beach Action Network (EBAN) wished to change its name to Friends of Macleans Park. (Jim Donald will surely have known about this.) I advised Garry near the end of February that I would contact him after seeking the opinion of others. We were waiting for the return of a questionnaire from our members on the subject before making a decision. Eastern Beach Action Net-

work (EBAN) was established in 2002 when a group of residents came together to protect the park from a development that would have destroyed the recreation area at Eastern Beach (a development that Jim Donald supported). Since then, while we have remained a small group, we have continued to advocate for the park along with other matters affecting Eastern Beach. As an elected councillor in 1999, Jim Donald played a significant role in ensuring a major land swap between Macleans College and Macleans Park was heard by two Commissioners rather than the Hearings Committee. The land swap that followed was unnecessary and has been extremely damaging to Macleans Park. The visual nightmare in the photograph

I have attached to this letter is one of the problems resulting from that swap. It didn’t need to happen. At a Howick Local Board workshop in 2014 Jim gave his support for another land swap with the school, inevitably damaging to the park, but yet to go before the Howick Local Board. I cannot say whether Jim’s publicised desire to clear drains in Macleans Park is genuine or political gimmickry. I do however think he should have shown us the courtesy of waiting until he had heard whether or not we intended to change our name to Friends of Macleans Park before advertising a new group with that name.

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so enjoyable. “I’ve got sous chefs who have been here for more than seven years, a restaurant manager [who has been here] 20 years, a banquet manager who has been here for a defining three decades, our baker has been here 24 years or so – it’s very unusual in the hospitality industry to retain people for so long.” He’s now looking forward to what’s on the horizon. “We are in the business of creating memories [and] what an incredible way to create memories,” he says. It could be as simple as the taste of fresh tomatoes that haven’t been chilled before or having a bottle of good single estate extra virgin olive oil as a staple in your kitchen cupboard - or delicious vinegar to season the final product. Be it the comfort of a slow braised meal on a cold day or exquisite truffles, every meal can be a lasting experience, he says. “It’s been a brilliant seven months and I’m sure there’s lots more to come.” ■ Head to Wellingtons Restaurant at Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre, 58 Waipuna Road, Mt Wellington. Phone 09 526-3020 to book. www. waipunahotel.co.nz\dining\

25 WELLINGTON ST, HOWICK. PH 534 9702.

35 Uxbridge Road, Howick malcolmsmithgallery.org.nz 09 535 6467

Many offerings in April April begins with a multitude of events on offer as part of A Taste of UXBRIDGE, our annual open week. This year it is spanning 10 days and includes a collaborative artmaking workshop on Sunday April 8, Bright Ideas on Wednesday April 11 and a tour of Scott Eady’s exhibition on Friday April V. See the website for a full listing of activities. Later in the month, Unseen, Unknown: Unveiled, a new exhibition curated in partnership with COCA’s Alice Tyler, will be opening. Unseen looks at works by artists who reflect on things unnoticed and the obscured energies that play within the overlooked. Works by six artists come together to reveal different perspectives and expose new ways of seeing. Each artist takes a unique point of view, considering distinctive spiritual, environmental, emotional, or historical forces and explores how these influence our lives or physical world. Included is a work by Pamela Wolfe, a past resident of Howick, whose highly-detailed paintings of floral arrangements are well-known by many. These compositions are not simply a still-life exercise;

Seeker 2 (Kai) by Wanda Gillespie, on display as part of Unseen in April. Photo supplied

Wolfe includes wilting flowers to reflect a wider concern for the changing balance of our ecosystems, particularly the dwindling bee populations and the ongoing struggle to conserve the beauty of nature. Two large ‘paintings’ by recent Elam graduate Matilda Woods will also be on display. Woods has been investigating the layered utility of the ubiquitous woollen blanket in the context of her own and New Zealand’s history. Exploring issues related to domestic environments, family, gender, and race, Woods intervenes with paint on the blankets and by doing so questions the materiality of the object and offers the audience the opportunity to deliberate as to whether she is erasing or adding to its history. Please join us for the opening celebration of this exhibition on Saturday April 21 at 2.30pm. Zoe Hoeberigs Manager Curator Malcolm Smith Gallery

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Boatyard Operator

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CLASS 2 DRIVER

EASTSIDE FAMILY DOCTORS PAKURANGA

PART/FULL TIME PRACTICE NURSE CD260323

Would suit job share with another Practice Nurse. Good hours, good remuneration for the suitable candidate. Email CV to: rexkul@xtra.co.nz

Kids Crafty Clubs Howick

Registered ECE Teacher

CD258593

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CD260421

Casual Class 2 Truck Driver

SCALE A TEACHER Full time fixed term

Due to a promotion, our vibrant and progressive school seeks a passionate classroom teacher for a Year 3 class, beginning in term 2-4. Cockle Bay School is a wellresourced school with helpful and friendly staff. Our parent community is very supportive and our children are keen to learn. Come and join our collaborative and fun-loving school. Please send cover letter and CV with 3 referees to Marie Todd mariet@cocklebay.school.nz Applications close 20th April - 3pm

The Baby Factory NZ is currently looking for a Class 2 HT Truck Driver to join our team in a casual role. The job will involve driving our truck/s to different Baby Factory stores around Auckland and loading and off-loading stock. This is a casual role which will be used for covering holidays and busy periods. We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate: A personable and approachable nature A strong work ethic and motivation Physically Fit This job would suit a semi retired person who would just like an odd job here and there. If you could like to apply for this position please email your CV to shelley.penman@babyfactory.co.nz or call Shelley on 021 937 130

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We are looking for a person who is flexible, personable and kind. We are a vibrant team, supportive and enthusiastic, and love what we do for our clients. We work with the best technology in a beautiful environment. There is opportunity for learning and advancement and we are happy to invest time and further training in the right person for this role. If this is you we would love to meet you. For more information about us - Sanctuary Dental, please visit: http://www.sanctuarydental.co.nz Or email: info@sanctuarydental.co.nz

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We are seeking a new tutor/s for our Kapahaka roopu. We extend our invitation to a whanau member or a member of the local community. Interested candidates can apply directly to the Deputy Principal, Whaea Tina Filipo, with a covering letter and a CV, listing the skills and experience they have to offer the roopu. Please send to tina.filipo@howick.school.nz Closing date for applications is Friday 11 May 2018.

Gulf Views is a 45 bed Rest Home in Howick. We require an Enrolled Nurse to cover a six month maternity leave absence for 5 night duty shifts - Tuesday to Saturday inclusive 11:00pm - 7:00am as shift leader. Aged care experience required. A desire to deliver first class care, exceptional communication and documentation skills and good time management are a must for this role. Medi-Map trained an advantage but not compulsory as training will be given. Please forward your CV to: sue@gulfviews.co.nz or post to 22 Selwyn Rd, Cockle Bay 2014

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Purewa are currently seeking a suitable applicant to work within the grounds and associated areas of Purewa Cemetery and Crematorium, experience in the operation of excavators, ride on mowers, weed eaters and associated equipment are preferred. Associated duties are outlined in a job description supplied on request. Driver’s licence and sound command of the English language essential. This full time position would suit a reliable trustworthy hard worker with a strong commitment to excellent customer service. Job descriptions are available at: 100-102 St Johns Rd, Meadowbank or by telephone 09 528 5599 Email: alastaircrombie@purewa.co.nz Applications close 13 April 2018

We are a Building Company that specialises in renovations, alterations/extensions. Our emphasis is on quality and professionalism. We are looking for QUALIFIED BUILDERS to join our team to keep up with demand. Own tools and transport are essential. Being a team player is also essential, advancement within our company also an option to the right applicant. Send your CV to greg@keithhunterbuilders.co.nz

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CEMETERY ATTENDANT

Porterhouse Grill is seeking a Kitchen Porter for evening work. Please drop CV at Porthouse Grill, 10 Aylesbury Street, Pakuranga.

QUALITY BUILDERS

We are looking for a reliable, honest person to work in our parts department. Must have fluent English and computer skills. Full training will be given. Please sent CV to admin@blueprintdiesel.co.nz 09 271 0371

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Encouraging messages, inspiring worship, exciting children’s & youth programmes CD245678

We seek an experienced, organised and enthusiastic staff member for the position of Finance Clerk. This position requires experience in: Accounts Payable Bank Reconciliations Asset Management Microsoft Office Xero Accounting KAMAR (Familiarity with financial management for NZ Secondary Schools an advantage). The successful applicant would need to be able to work in a team environment, be flexible and able to multi-task. Remuneration will be in accordance with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement. This position will commence on 30 April 2018. Please submit CV and Cover letter to lgreeff@ormiston.school.nz Applications close Friday 13 April 2018 at 9am

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We are a specialised industrial electronic service company in East Tamaki. We are looking for a ‘people person’ with excellent phone skills, a can-do attitude, 3-5 years practical knowledge in admin and accounts payable, invoice processing and experience with MS Office (Excel and Word). The ideal candidate will be: • friendly and forward thinking • conﬁdent in their own ability • experienced in running a small but busy ofﬁce This role will initially be 3 half days per week with a likelihood of increasing hours and days. In the first instance, please email your CV and covering letter to: info@attwood.nz

Both inside and outside work available. Hourly plus bonus for those who meet targets. Transport from collection points may be available. Apply in person 9am to 12 noon. Bring Tax numbers, photo ID and proof of eligibility to work in NZ. Perrys Berrys 5 Campana Rd, Papatoetoe P: 09 6222 350 E: employment@ perrysberrys.co.nz

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We require a qualified, Registered ECE Toddler Teacher, full time 40 hours per week with the ability to work a variety of shifts as rostered. You must be confident, self motivated, warm, caring, fun loving, and passionate about extending children’s interests, a team player with excellent communication skills, great attitude and a sense of humour. If this sounds like you please send your CV to kidcraftyclubs.manager@gmail.com

We are a small family owned business specialising in handling fragile freight and are looking for a motivated, energetic, reliable, honest, fit person to operate out of East Tamaki. The role includes customer liaison, excellent time management, supervising support staff, vehicle maintenance, heavy lifting, driving a truck, daily and weekly reporting and ensuring open lines of communication. We offer a competitive hourly rate, full uniform and the opportunity to grow within our business. If you are a focussed, mature thinking, fit and motivated individual then we want to hear from you. Call 021 404401 for further formation.

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We are looking for someone to join our small friendly team at Pine Harbour Marine Services. This is a permanent full time position. Successful candidate will be offered both National Certificates in Marina Operations and Boat yard Operations. Job descriptions on request. Email your CV to elvera.smith@pineharbour.co.nz

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PAINTER/Plasterer & handyman 30 yrs+ exp Ph Muzza 577-2989/0276770294 PAINTER Tradesman, interior/exterior. Immediate start. Phone 027 474 1875

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TREE SERVICES

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PLASTERERS

ROOFING

0800 420 900

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CERAMIC TILING, preparation, waterproofing, installation. Good rates, high work standard. Ph for quote Ian 021 131 6766 THE TILE GUYFloor & Wall Tiling. Certified Waterproofing.Stonemason by trade. 30yr exp. 0210311899

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HOWICK - COCKLE BAY - MELLONS BAY 1 Bed Cheriton Rd $380 2 Bed Uxbridge Rd $390inc p&w 1 Bed Haseler Cres $400 2 Bed Baird St $450 3 Bed Union Rd $520 2 bed apart Selwyn Rd $530 5 Bed Baird St $775 5 Bed Marine Parade $1,150 SHELLY PARK 4 Bed Pounamu Pl $680 HALF MOON BAY - BUCKLANDS BEACH 2 Bed Regia Close $395 2 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $550 3 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $675 3 Bed Wycherley Dr $600 3 Bed Darren Cres $530 4 Bed Gills Rd $620 4 Bed Vanbrugh Pl $670 5 Bed Hayes Pl $1,000 PAKURANGA - HIGHLAND PARK - SUNNYHILLS 2 Bed Ennis Ave $460 3 Bed Stannilands St $530 3 Bed Carmel ave $620 FARM COVE - SUNNYHILLS 3 Bed Stannilands St $540 4 Bed Bramley Dr $710 NORTHPARK - MEADOWLANDS - SOMERVILLE 5 Bed Stellamaris Way $810 4 Bed Sligo Pl $630 FLATBUSH - EAST TAMAKI - DANNEMORA 2 Bed Annalong Rd $490 BOTANY 4 Bed Tsar Ct $700 4 Bed Channing Cres $700 MARAETAI 5 Bed Pinebrook Lane $820 WAI O TAIKI BAY - MT WELLINGTON 3 Bed Kotae Rd $490 3 Bed Aranui Rd $570

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HALF MOON BAY OFFICE Shop 6, Compass Building, Half Moon Bay Marina Martin Caie 021 769 533 - martin.caie@raywhite.com Cathy Huang 021 883 600 - cathy.huang@raywhite.com

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20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre Lloyd Reardon

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Shop 25, 123 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction Steve Hang DDI: 212 5729 or 021 883 600 steven.hang@raywhite.com

HOWICK 2 Bed Baird St $450 DANNEMORA - FLAT BUSH - BURSWOOD 2 Bed Armoy Dr $495 2 Bed Wayne Francis $480 4 Bed Srah Pl $620 4 Bed Gordal Pl $730 COCKLE BAY 5 Bed Evelyn Rd $875 MELLONS BAY 6 Bed Charles Dickens Dr $1,300 HUNTINGTON PARK 4 Bed St Leger Cl $690

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DRUM tuition, beg-adv. Prof tutor Ph: 535-8170

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DS TREES & Landscapes, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Ph Doug 021537171/537-8595

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ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500

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WINDOWS in/out, exterior housewash, gutter clearing. Exp operator. Phone Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 / 530 8136

HEALTH & BEAUTY

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Holiday + Afterschool Program

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Ph Lawrie 577 3361 or 021 583 652 www.howickjudo.com

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Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, April 5, 2018 — 19

Hornets pave the way for women

After a brief stint in the 1990s, the Howick Hornets are entering a new era of women’s rugby league once again in a bid to get more girls involved in the sport By Tiffany Salmond

emale teams are the newest addition to the Howick Hornets club this year after a push from Auckland Rugby League to get more girls involved in the sport. Last year ARL created an under15 and under-17’s female grade to see whether it had potential. Thanks to the success of the competition they have decided to run it again with the addition of an under-13 girls grade. The new female grades have slightly different rules to the boys with 20 minutes each way and nine players on each team. Howick Hornets club captain Denie Allan says the club have always had girls playing in the junior teams alongside the boys, but once the girls reach the age of 12 they are no longer allowed to due to safety reasons.

“The whole idea of this is to get more girls playing. They will then eventually enter the women’s grades which will create a much greater competition for them in the future,” says Mr Allan He says when ARL presented the new concept to the club, everyone thought it was a fantastic idea. “Some of the best rugby league juniors we’ve had are all girls so it’s a real shame that they were not able to play anymore. “It seemed like a really good way to keep them in the game. It’s a logical pathway to follow,” says Mr Allen. Howick Hornets youth girls development officer Dean Diamond says he would love to see the girls teams become a permanent fixture at the club. “Eventually I would like to see Howick have a women’s side as well and a couple of feeder teams.

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Howick Pakuranga baseball players narrowly missed out on a top three finish after placing fourth at the United Airlines Men’s National Championship over the long weekend. The competition, held at Lloyd Elsmore Park, saw 10 teams from across the nation and Australia – including two of Auckland’s strongest and oldest softball clubs – battle it out to be crowned champion. Ten teams from across the nation and Australia, including two of Auckland’s strongest and oldest softball clubs, are set to battle it out over the long Easter weekend, with the prize being the nation’s best men’s baseball team in 2018.

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