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ranga Tamariki – the children’s ministry says it hasn’t found any evidence to support claims of bullying and sexual assault at a local primary school. The finding has angered one parent. Macleans Primary School came under fire recently after a parent went to police

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waroa. Heard of it? It’s a stretch of pristine beach, that was being sold off in 2016 for private development. That was until 40,000 publicspirited Kiwis put their hands in their pockets and raised a staggering $2,259,923.21 to buy it and make it part of Abel Tasman Park. It made news all over the world. It’s amazing what people power can achieve – ‘when there’s a will, there’s a way’ or so they say. Now, thanks to online platforms such as Give-a-Little, ordinary Kiwis can raise money for a cause that they believe in, without just resorting to pounding the streets or writing reams of letters. It’s called crowd-funding, and it’s helping effect change everywhere. Janet Dickson dearly hopes that the potential power of crowd-funding will aid her ‘David and Goliath’ fight against Auckland Council’s plans for Stockade Hill. As recently reported in the Times, Janet is appealing Council’s decision to allow buildings up to 12 metres high to surround Howick’s historic Stockade Hill – taking away the famous 360-degree views. Her task is daunting. And

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expensive. The bill for legal representation and the amount of expert evidence required to take her appeal all the way to the Environment Court is huge. To have any chance of success, Janet has been told she could need to raise up to $300,000 to cover all the costs. “It’s a huge sum of money I know – but the Council said the community’s previous appeals had failed as we lacked strong enough expert

evidence,” said Janet. The ‘Save Stockade Hill’ Give-a-Little page has been live for four weeks and has received 120 donations so far. Whilst generous locals have been doing their bit, surprisingly the largest amounts have come from individuals further afield. Donations have included $1000 from the UK, $500 from Singapore and $200 from Australia. Some Howick business people have also started stepping

up to aid Janet Dickson’s cause. “We’re so grateful to our local business owners, such as the Spillers. Their generous donations are vital to the success of the appeal – we’re hoping that many more will help us,” she said. To date, with Give A Little contributions and direct donations to the Save Stockade Hill Views ASB bank account, the campaign has raised nearly $24,000. But almost as soon as the money comes in, it goes out again to cover the mounting appeal costs. So far, funds have let Janet Dickson and her supporters lodge the appeal, engage Alan Webb, a top Auckland barrister, and commission preliminary work by an expert town planner and landscape architect. The next stage is for the legal team to meet with Council on December 18, a meeting Alan has described as ‘pivotal’. Jim Donald, a well-known local figure and one of the appeal group, knows that without donations, their fight could stall. “To all the people who have given us money to get us this far – thank you. We can only hope that the money keeps coming and that we can keep going.” Certainly, as readers of the Times will know, there has

been no lack of interest in the battle to save the views from Howick’s most famous landmark. Public response to this issue has been huge. In 2017, a petition against the up-zoning received 6700 signatures and in August more than 200 people turned up to the special commission hearing at Fencible Lounge. Robert Scott, the Chair of the Special Committee, remarked that the public turnout was more than the committee had ever seen at a hearing. Janet is hoping that as well as counting on people’s intense interest and support, many will now help fund the fight. You don’t have to be an accountant to know that getting $300,000 just from small donations is a daunting prospect - and one that raises a lot of questions, the principle one being, are people willing to put their money where their mouths are? At last count, the population of Howick is around 130,000. So, would 30,000 people each give $10, or possibly 60,000 each give $5? It’s the old ‘price of a cup of coffee’ argument but, actually, when you look at it like that, it’s not a lot to ask. ➤➤Turn to page 3

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ne of Auckland’s fastest growing communities is about to undergo a significant transformation, with the construction of a new $200 million-plus town centre being built from scratch in southeast Auckland. Plans have been unveiled for the Ormiston Town Centre, a newly created urban environment that will include retail stores, restaurants, a gym, movie theatres, a library, an aquatic centre, and a range of public open spaces that will connect to the neighbouring park. “The Ormiston community is experiencing phenomenal growth, and the Town Centre is going to be a massive transformation for the area,” said Todd Property Managing Director Evan Davies. “It’s going to create an exciting new focal point for the community, and we are really excited to see it begin to take shape.” Built on a 4.5ha site beside Barry Curtis Park, construction is now

underway for the 40,000sqm Town Centre, which will include 100 retail and commercial tenants, a three-level parking structure and four major anchor tenants, including The Warehouse, a HOYTS complex, the existing PAK’nSAVE, and an additional supermarket. Designed by NH Architecture of Melbourne and Jasmax of Auckland, the centre has a contemporary architectural design, setting it apart from traditional closed-in suburban malls, or big box retail developments. Instead, the Town Centre will integrate seamlessly into the urban landscape via streets, alleyways and public open spaces. Compact and pedestrian friendly, the centre will have a strong focus on food and entertainment, featuring a dining lane, a quality food hall, a restaurant precinct, along with an 8-cinema entertainment complex. “Ormiston Town Centre is not just about bringing retail to the area. It’s

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about creating new community spaces, where people can come together to eat out or just relax with friends and family, and its location next to Barry Curtis Park makes it very unique,” Mr Davies said. Todd Property Group is working in partnership with Auckland’s redevelopment agency Panuku to develop a 19ha site in Ormiston, which includes residential housing and the Town Centre. Located 24 kilometres from Auckland’s CBD, about two thirds of the overall Ormiston development has either been completed or is underway, including commercial

Stockade Hill still needs community ➤➤From page 2 Certainly, it seems this cause is important to many people all over Auckland – in fact to people dotted all over the world! However, without a major benefactor coming forward, it’s going to

be a hard road. But like Sir Ed, sometimes taking on the impossible, with the right team and a bit of luck, it just might be possible to ‘Knock the b*****d off.” Only you, the people, can decide. ■■ Tracey Fox is a member of the

Stockade Hill action group, the Defencibles ■■ Editor’s note: This is the second appeal to save the views. The first involved the Howick Residents and Ratepayers Association which was

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to fund taking Council to the High Court. It was lost (on a technicality) but the judge asked Council to do something – they created Plan Change 3 which finished recently and delivers a 137 degree viewshaft. Janet Dickson’s current appeal is pushing for retention of the 360 degree viewshaft and to not have

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ocal WWII veteran Jim East has died after a long battle with illness. James Wilson East (Jim) passed away on November 29 aged 93. A life member of the Howick RSA and respected member of the Howick community, a private service was held for Jim on December 4. The Times reported in March 2009 that Jim was presented with the Times War Veteran Community Service Award. Jim, the report said, kept his acceptance speech brief as emotions took over when presented the award by Times Newspapers managing director Reay Neben at Howick in the Park / Military Tattoo. Jim has lived in the Howick and Pakuranga area since the 1960s. He gave annual school speeches for many years and frequently lent a hand to host between 200 and 300 veterans for lunch at the Howick RSA on Anzac Day. Mrs Neben said at the 2009 award ceremony, “Returned servicemen are a major part of our community and it’s important for the Howick and Pakuranga Times to acknowledge those war veterans still active in our community.” In the NZ Herald death notices said Jim is the “dearly loved husband of Madeleine, and the late Noeline. Loved father of and father in law of Karryn and Gordon Trethowen, Robyn and Grant Dunningham, and John East. Pop of Natalie, Kim, Scott, James ,Paul, Ben and Max, and Old Poppy of Amara and McKenzie”.

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Ministry says no evidence ➤➤From page 1 Macleans Primary principal Brian Bayly says, “The safety and wellbeing of our children and young people is our top priority. Oranga Tamariki has completed an assessment of concerns raised with them and has found no evidence of bullying or sexual assault. “As a school we work very hard to address matters in line with best practice. We also work very hard to equip our students with a broad range of knowledge and skills – including social and educational – to give them excellent foundations that will enable them to be ‘the best that they can be’, as citizens of our school, this community and in their future lives. We thank our school community for their continued support.” The parent who asked not to be named was approached for comment on the findings. “My son was bullied daily at Macleans Primary and was very distressed. The school failed to take my concerns seriously and after he identified the children responsible, the bullying intensified,” she told the Times. “Due to the lack of support from the school, I moved my son to another school and am very happy with my decision. “Neither my son nor I have been contacted to discuss what happened and so their conclusion that nothing occurred is farcical.”

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cared for street kids and saved some girls from prostitution by his generosity. The Dutch called him Sinter Klaus and took him to America. From there he became Santa Claus. His holy ”spirit” of giving, cheerfulness, gentleness, goodness and kindness has been emulated ever since, to the delight of little ones. Long may it continue! Mary Pepping

n our 2018 Christmas Feature, we’re Unwrapping Christmas with the help of the East Auckland Ministers’ Association. Each week, we’ll unwrap a distinctive facet of Christmas. In more recent times, pregnancy tests and rapidly improving scanning technology means women can find out what they’re having even earlier. It’s even become fashionable to throw “reveal parties” where a baby’s gender is unwrapped ahead of the traditional nine month wait. But for Mary, the mother of Jesus, the reveal party was really early. And accurate, too. Angelic visitation definitely qualifies as a sure thing. Mary is a respected figure in many Christian traditions, some more than others. Yet there’s a gritty reality for Mary that is sometimes glossed over. This was no easy journey for this young, Jewish woman, likely no more than 14 years old. The angel is certain that Mary is highly favoured and the news of the impending birth is great. But the Bible records Mary’s initial response to this visit as being deeply troubled, even confused. Favoured by God, but no less human because of it. It was only natural for the girl, Mary, to have some concerns not least because unwed pregnancy was a little different back then. You could get stoned for it. And yes, she was going to give birth to the son of God, but, as any mother knows, all gifts come with some work included. She had to change the baby Jesus’ nappies, sooth him when he teethed, teach him to walk (so he could do it on water later), and patch up his grazed knees. She had to cook the meals and wash his clothes and do all the things that parents do for their children. Despite the questions, Mary embraced the bigger picture: the son of God is coming into the world. She will be part of the mystery of God become flesh. “I am the Lord’s serv-

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ant,” she says, “May it be to me as you have said.” Mary chose the road less travelled and it made all the difference. She chose the path of surrender and of sacrifice as she grasped the possibility that God was making his way into the world in a way that defied expectation. She, more than any other, understood the vulnerability and intimacy of this moment, as the Creator of the Universe was born to a young peasant girl in humble circumstances. And she, more than anyone, had a front row seat as the baby Jesus became a man and changed history. God continues to extend favour to those who struggle to understand how they could possibly have any part of God’s attention. In the story of a young peasant girl, we discover the astonishing possibility that we are deeply loved. Christmas is a time to discover the unlikely and the overlooked, even us, are welcome to be part of God’s grand reveal. The East Auckland Ministers’ Association comprises over 65 churches in the Howick Ward area and would be glad to welcome you to a Christmas service this year. Come unwrap Christmas for yourself – it’ll be worth the effort. Reverend Brett Jones Pastor cession community and exec member East Auckland Ministers Association

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Yolande Franke, Howick Intermediate principal and Subash Chandar K, curriculum leader of Mathematics at Ormiston Senior College have been both shortlisted for the ASG National Excellence in Teaching Award. By Farida Master

olande Franke, principal of Howick Intermediate School is one of the 15 inspirational educators nominated from 2000 applications for the Australian Scholarship Grant (ASG) National Excellence in Teaching Award. An email informing her that she has been shortlisted as one of the inspirational educators on a regional level, took her by surprise. She soon discovered that it was one of the school parents who had nominated her. “It’s great to be acknowledged by a parent for the regional award and it is an opportunity to be considered a finalist,” she says. For 24 years the National Excellence in Teaching Awards has provided communities with the opportunity to formally recognise and thank outstanding teachers and leaders across for categories-early learning centres, primary schools, secondary schools and special school. The official recommendation reads: ‘Yolande is passionate about giving every student the very best possible education by adopting a personalised approach. As school principal Yolande is committed to creating a school tone and culture that fosters high expectations, posi-

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tive values and character development as this is critical to a safe, happy and supportive learning environment’. Ian Fox former principal of Bucklands Beach Intermediate who provides principal appraisal support says that he has watched Yolande progress since that time and has been witness to just how

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CHRISTMAS REMEMBRANCE SERVICE

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What’s On

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A free concert is being held at Botany Town Square outside the food court on Friday, December 7 from 7pm till 9pm. The terrific trio Tonic and the City of Auckland Singers will perform Christmas Songs and other exciting popular music to lift your spirits and get you singing along! The choir is fundraising for a trip to Hobart next year for the Festival of Music, and would appreciate any donations.

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The St Andrews Big Band, Auckland Wind Orchestra and Manukau Concert Band are staging two combined concerts on Saturday, December 8 at 2pm and 7pm at St Andrews Church Centre. The concerts are raising funds for St John Ambulance. Tickets $10 each and can be purchased through eventfinda.co.nz. This hugely popular annual event will sell out, so book your tickets early.

Orchid Society

The final meeting for the year of the Howick Orchid Society will be held on December 16 in the Fencible Lounge, Uxbridge Road, Howick at 1.30pm. This will be a social occasion but bring along your plants plus and a plate. There will be orchid plant raffles and orchid flowers on display. Visitors welcome. Entry $5. Phone Anton for more details 537 1251.

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Looking for fun, free ways to keep your tamariki learning and building their reading skills over summer? Sign up for ‘Kia Maia te Whai – Dare to Explore’, Auckland Libraries’ summer reading programme for ages 5-13, at 54 libraries across Auckland. Starts December 10. Along with fun summer challenges to stretch your brain, we’ve got books and graphic novels to hook in readers of all ages. Plus, come along to free activities at Pakuranga library through the holidays! Visit daretoexplore.nz.

Carol Service

A family Carol Service will be held at St Paul’s in the Park Anglican Church on Sunday, December 9. All welcome. Carols will begin at 10am. The church is located at 141 Chapel Road, Flat Bush. Contact Reverend Warner Wilder on 021 548 407.

Harlequin Theatre Fundraiser Sing-along with the Greatest Showman on Friday, December 7, 8pm at Monterey Theatre, Howick. Join us for the Christmas fundraiser to assist with the upgrade of our sound equipment as we sing-along. Tickets $27 includes choice of seat and choice of popcorn and drink, popcorn and choctop, wine or beer. Reserve your seats at info@harlequintheatre.co.nz.

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The next meeting is at 10am on December 14 at St Andrews Church Centre, Vincent St, Howick. It is a special Christmas meeting. The Probus Club of Howick is a combined club for both retired or semi-retired ladies and men. They host a monthly luncheon on the second Friday of every month. They also go on regular bus outings to local venues and have a theatre group that caters for both local and International productions. It costs nothing to attend the meeting so if you think this club is for you join them for a cuppa and meet the other members. Phone Cliff 5345246.

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Thank you to all our major sponsors and supporters!

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aria Stephens of Lovegrove Realty presented the record cheque to Tina McCafferty the Chief Executive of Totara Hospice with Ray Baddock captain of the Pakuranga Golf Clubs Mid-Week men’s section, Rajesh Chandan President of the BNI Howick chapter and Melinda Seal of Totara Hospice in attendance. The 26th staging of the event took place on Wednesday the 21st November under grey skies with light rain falling at the start. The inclement weather caused 12 golfers to pull out, leaving 132 to compete for the six trophies and over 85 prizes.

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Sincere thanks go to the sponsors who supported this event, and whose logos and names are shown here. The day was organised by a combination of The Pakuranga Golf Club Mid-Week Men and the BNI Howick chapter. Next year’s event is already being planned with the date set at Wednesday 20th November 2019.

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SB Electrical NZ Reg Elec+GST Greenmount East Tamaki Ph/Fax 274 0495 Dr, trician. Reasonable rates. Ph/Fax 274 0495 – 22 We will assemble for you! All electrical work. Ph Nick Auto Electrical & Mechanical Repairs +GST Ph 0274 945 447 021 058 9561, 5340450 ★ Full Auto Electrical Service ★ WOFs ★ Airconditioning ★ Cambelt Replacements Charge Rate, Starter Condition and Check or 534 8404 CD243734 ★ Tune Ups And ServicingAlternator ★ Full Brake Overhauls ★ Alternator ★ Clutches Replaced PlusService Battery Test FREE Batteries OF CHARGE ★ Full Auto Electrical ★ WOFs ★- Airconditioning ★ Cambelt Replacements

CONCRETE & CONCRETING

Interiors

Power you need KOBA BATTERIES

AIR CONDITIONING RE-GAS $95

& REPAIRS

 Home / Business  Fix all IT issues  Cloud backup + data

HANDYMEN

0495 – 22 Greenmount Dr, East Tamaki ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL 24B Polaris Pl, East Tamaki - OPEN SAT 8.30-1pm Flat pack specialists

CARPET LAYING

CD242704

Call Simon 021-0247-4706

CARPET LAYING

CD263397

• Decks • Bathrooms • Pergolas • Kitchens • Carports • On time Quality work Good price

MOTORING

PAKURANGA AUTO PAKURANGA AUTO ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL PAKURANGA AUTO ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL

1st For Hot Water Cylinder Repairs

CD155961

SIMPLY RENOS

Ph 265 2941 38 Trugood Dr, Burswood www.haynesglass.co.nz

GA101040

Bakers-Builds is a Kiwi owned construction company. Due to our great success in Queenstown we have decided to move into the Auckland Market. We pride our selves on a high standard of work and make any job big or small a pleasant procedure. With a strong reputation and exceptional communication skills choose us for your next project. Phone David 027-237-3486 or Bakers-builds@hotmail.com

ELECTRICIAN Reg. hard working & reliable, value for dollars, all work undertaken. Satisfaction guar Ph 534-8889

Phone 09 534 1244 or 027 534 1244 E: celsius@outlook.co.nz - www.celsiusheating.co.nz

CD263192

We will assemble for you!!

ELECTRICAL

 Interior/exterior painting  High quality workmanship  Plastering Free quotes. Phone Kenny 021 897 445

 broken windows  glazing  mirrors  cat doors  balustrades  showers  splashbacks

HEATPUMP SERVICES

Local Master Plumbers 24/7

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DE264603

Specialists

Sales Installation Service

0800 420 900

Interior/Exterior painting, Wallpaper stripping, Plasterboard fixing/stopping, Residential/Commercial High quality workmanship Ph Vincent 5339658 021-135 3388

CD250676

FLATPACK

www.drainslayer.co.nz

Be warm this Winter, Install a Heat Pump

If water or gas runs through it, we do it!

PAINTER

HAYNES GLASS

ELECTRICIAN Registered Electrical, Smartvent & Alarms. Ph Mark 027 495 4219, a/h 534 3227 Ph/Fax 274

CD261603

ADDITIONS, alterations, bathrooms, decks, etc. all types of work. over 40 yrs exp. Registered Certiﬁed Builder Ph Ken 534-1214

0508 752 937

GLASS & GLAZING

HEATING

sorted Free CCTV with all unblocking. For all drainage by cert drainlayers.

GARAGE doors supply & repairs. Ph Amnon (021) 399616 or 268-2383a/h no extra charge Sundays

CD237020

BUILDERS

MAINTENANCE & Building repairs. Small jobs, qualiﬁed Ph 576 7841 or 021 1481076

VINYL LAYER 31 yrs exp. Karl 027 2481167 or 576 7936 a/h

PLUMBERS

A1 CHINESE PAINTERS

GARAGE DOORS

CD217636

K75008

Repairs to: Parmco, Turboair, Fisher & Paykel, European & Italian appliances • Stoves & Rangehoods • Waste disposals • Dishwashers • Laundry

ACTIVE retired carpenter, past master builder, wants small jobs e.g. easing sticky doors, windows, deck repairs, all carpentry jobs Ph:Bob 534 1355 or 027 4763937

NEW DECKS, Fences and Repairs. Free quotes. Ph/ txt John 021 023 69767

Blocked drains

CARPENTERS

Robinhood - Alto - Blanco Everdure - Omega Authorised Service

CRAFT Floorsanding www. craftfloorsanding.co.nz Phone Kris 021 055 7522

LEES CARPETS

AFFORDABLE plastering. New work & alterations. Skimming, cove & gib ﬁxing. Ph Phil 021 521 403

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

CD256908

NZ Registered

ALL FENCING, decking & retaining walls. Ph Richard 021 783 258 or 532 8939.

allen2harriman@gmail.com

LICENSED BUILDERS, new homes, renovations, bathrooms, all jobs Call Matt 021 679378

535 6950 021 0333 149

49D Springs Rd, East Tamaki Ph 273 8899

Handymangardeners. co.nz All jobs Ph Michael 0276 162 146 or 576 0106

108265-V5

SMOKE ALARMS Install & Service Photoelectric (10 yr life) Ph Elbe 021 277 5480 www.smokepro.co.nz

Specials, Free Quotes Professional Layers Showroom

Jim 0800 38 38 48

CD246999

ALARMS

Domestic/Commercial  New builds  Ground water problems Phone Allen 027 546 0553

CD254541

• Reclad Specialists • Alterations • Renovations • Repairs • Bathrooms • Decks • Waterproofing Competitive Prices - Free Quotes Office: 09 527 6360 Dave: 021 836 360 www.franix.co.nz

CERTIFIED DRAINLAYER

0800 245 625 HOWICK LOCKSMITHS

CD263898

Licensed Building Practitioners

0800 24 LOCK

GARDENER, Factory worker. Wants any work ph 278 3087

All fencing, decks, retaining walls, landscaping & more Competitive pricing Free Quotes

Ants, Cockroaches, Fleas, Flies, Spiders, Mosquitoes, Rats & Mice, Wasps 20+ years experience

PLASTERERS

Doors/Door Repairs

 Consultations  Concept plans  Planting plans  Karen 021 865 590

CARPET & VINYL $35 p/m

BE BUG-FREE

LAWNS, hedges, gdn cleanups & maintenance, small tree wrk Ph Damion 0211 568 096, can leave voice msg ph 533 9408.

CD142804

CONTRUCTION LTD

A.J. & S.J CONTRACTOR

A&A FLOORING Installing, Sanding,coating of wooden ﬂoors. Installing laminate ﬂoors. Ph David 022 170 6720.

108265-V5

Additional Outlet Phone Jack TV/VCR Tuning Ph: 532 8723 021 661 469

CD253271 CD253271

CD6793

FRANIX

535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian

HOWICK LAWNCARE, ex Greenkeeper, lge or small lawns, friendly reliable affordable Ph Paul 027 5676 900

LOCKSMITHS

FLOORING & SERVICES

FENCING & TRELLIS

DRAINAGE

No job too small. Repairs, Fencing, Pool Fencing. Free Quotes.

CD228064

INSTALLATION

Also garden maintenance rubbish removal, waterblasting. Free quotes. 17 Yrs exp. Residential/commercial Ph: Peter 021 39 33 84 QUALITY GARDEN SERVICES

PEST CONTROL

CD237017

021 764797 or 532 8930

& Lighting

PROCON for all your concrete requirements, drives, patios, small/lge slabs, plain, coloured, imprinted. Ph Vince for a free quote 021 415 436

ALL HEDGES, TREES, LAWNS

L1C020

CD226123

TV AERIAL

All Interior Renovations l Bathrooms l Kitchens l Doors l Plasterbd lining l Repairs and Maintenance l Co-ordinate SubContractors Available l

021 43 43 23 537 1904 all hrs

ABOUT Fencing 2000

LAWNCARE

CD177471

AERIAL Installation, home theatre setup, extra TV outlets incl Sky Ph: Rodger 021 659677

0800 277 2529 www.bsrconcrete.co.nz

DAVE TAPPER BUILDERS Ltd Old School Builder

Workmanship Guaranteed No job too big or too small Phone 0800 635 328

GARDEN CARE

CD259573

CD206513

Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

Electricians Available Now

CD237763

HORIZON AERIALS LTD

Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336

CD137943

Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed

 Driveways/Patios  Swimming pool surrounds  Decorative coloured concrete  Exposed pebbles and aggregates  Concrete sealing  Bobcat and digger  Post hole boring

CD263368

Aerials & TV INSTALLATION

25 years experience 1. Stylish and affordable Bathroom renovations 2. Bathroom and Shower renovation specialist 3. Wall and Floor Tiling 4. All Aspects of Domestic Plumbing Service & Repair

FENCING & TRELLIS

GA117458

AERIALS

BATHROOM IMPRESSIONS

ELECTRICAL

CD263677-v2

BOOKKEEPING Service simple solutions. Xero, MYOB, GST, PAYE. Sheryl 0212982786

CD263641

CONCRETE & CONCRETING

BUILDERS

CD264940

ACCOUNTING SERVICES

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CLASSIFIEDS

36 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, December 6, 2018

TREE SERVICES

Grace Plumbing

Solutions & Services

Plumbing

CD258536

ROOFING REPAIR SERVICE 26Yrs Exper. All work Guar. Ph 536-7173 or 0210-798-166

ALL TREE WORK Stump Grinding Fully Insured Free Mulch Ph Brett 533-0473 or 021-279-9118

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

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

TREES stump grinding specialist. Est. 1967. Prompt. Free quotes. Ph/txt Terry 027 4989080 or 530 8741. TREES stump grinding specialist. Great prices, Est. 1967. Prompt Serv. Ph/ txt Terry 027 4989080 or 530 8741

GARDEN Household & General, also garden work & waterblasting. Fast, friendly service. Ph Peter 021 393384 CD48042

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs K54154

171 Moore St. Howick 0274 760 577 easterncovercentre.co.nz

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish Ph: 0800 789 248

WATERBLASTING

TILING

KP87651

CATKIN l

CERAMIC TILING, preparation, waterproofing, installation. Good rates, high work standard. Ph for quote Ian 021 131 6766

& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows

3 Domestic & commercial 3 Low pressure bio-wash 3 Professional presentation

Call Nick 5374602 or 029 7700581

WINDOW CLEANING ALL WINDOWS, frames, sills, I will give a free quote today. Kevin 535 7321 or 027 496 9784 WINDOWS in/out, exterior housewash, gutter clearing. Exp operator. Phone Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 / 530 8136

PAKURANGA 2brm unit, with cooking facilities, close to plaza & schools, c/port & osp. Quiet. $350pw incl water. Ph 535 9097

PAKURANGA, flatmates wanted, 2 rooms avail. $170 pw per room, incl exp, power, wtr, internet. Phone 021 081 414 57

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Empowers all learners to achieve their personal best

Experienced Letting Consultant MOUNTFORT ESTATE AGENTS LTD Licensed (REAA2008)

With over 10 years experience, Sally works tirelessly on your behalf. She is skilled at finding ideal tenants for landlords and suitable properties for tenants. She will always give you honest, straightforward advice and 100% commitment.

Phone 027 305 7582 - sally.morrison@raywhite.com SALLY MORRISON, 10 Uxbridge Road, Howick

Ricky the cat

Friendly, wearing a blue collar with contact details – missing from 196 Burswood Drive

Shelly Park, 1 bedroom cottage, bush setting. $385pw. Ph 0274172814.

Would you be interested in becoming a Home Stay Family? We are looking for Homestay families (English must be your first language) who are able to host (preferably) two Korean girls or boys (10-12 years old) who can share a room. They will be studying at Elm Park School in July 2019. There will be some organised activities on the weekend. If you think you might be able to host these students please visit www.elmpark.school. nz/international/ to fill in an application form and return it to secretary@elmpark. school.nz or phone (09) 577 0070.

We appreciate if you could have a look for him in your shed / garage / under the house

Please contact 021 124 6881 if you have any leads. Thank you!

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HALF PRICE — STOREWIDE !!! Amazing stock, amazing prices, amazing opportunity

5-14 December, 2018 Shop hours: 9.00am-12.30pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday CD262379-V3

MP265176

BOTANY DOCTORS

RENTALS

Christmas / New Year hours We close 4pm Friday 21 Dec 2018 Reopen Monday 7 Jan 2019

Please have prescription orders in by Thursday 20 Dec They must be collected by 4pm Friday 21 Dec For emergencies contact Eastcare, 260 Botany Rd Ph 277 1516

MOUNTFORT ESTATE AGENTS LTD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTALS Email: rentals.howick.nz@raywhite.com Internet: www.rwhowick.co.nz

HOWICK OFFICE

PAKURANGA OFFICE

Robyn Campbell & Melissa Parry DDI: 538 1227 or 021 350 878 – robyn.campbell@raywhite.com Sally Morrison DDI: 538 0685 or 027 305 7582 – sally.morrison@raywhite.com Amny Lam DDI: 538 1287 or 021 108 6663 – amny.lam@raywhite.com Cathy Huang DDI: 538 1288 or 021 883 600 – cathy.huang@raywhite.com

Sam Carr DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177 – sam.carr@raywhite.com Lloyd Reardon DDI: 216 99 61 or 021 887 811 – lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com

10 Uxbridge Road, Howick – Ph 538 0680

HOWICK – MELLONS BAY – COCKLE BAY 2 Bed La Perouse $470 2 Bed Juliet Ave $500 2 Bed Patons Rd $530 3 Bed Wellington St $560 3 Bed Pine Tc $580 5 Bed Mellons Bay Rd $750 5 Bed Sandspit Rd $750

Robyn/Melissa Sally Cathy Robyn/Melissa Amny Cathy Cathy

BOTANY DOWNS - NORTHPARK - SOMERVILLE 4 Bed Billabong Pl $640 4 Bed Caldbeck Rs $750 5 Bed Summermist Dr $760 4 Bed Astoria Pl $730

Amny Cathy Amny Cathy

PAKURANGA– SUNNYHILLS – FARM COVE – HIGHLAND PARK 1 Bed Archmillen Ave $380 Amny 2 Bed Studfall St $400 Amny 2 Bed Pakuranga Rd $410 Amny 3 Bed Wilbur Pl $530 Amny 3 Bed De Quincey Tce $575 Sally 3 Bed Olena Ave $595 Sally 4 Bed Reeves Rd $620 Amny 4 Bed Eske Pl $700 Amny BUCKLANDS BEACH – HALF MOON BAY 2 Bed Seaspray Dr $470 4 Bed Wycherely Dr $620

Robyn/Melissa Amny

FLAT BUSH - DANNEMORA - EAST TAMAKI –BURSWOOD 2 Bed Borris Cl $495 Cathy 3 Bed Norwood Dr $590 Cathy 4 Bed Clomell Dr $730 Amny 4 Bed William Woods Ct $670 Robyn/Melissa 5 Bed Killarney Dr $750 Cathy 4 Bed Ormiston Rd $800 Amny 5 Bed Ravello Rise $830 Cathy MT WELLINGTON -OTAHUHU 1 Bed Golf Av 2 Bed Aranui Rd

$300 $490

Robyn/Melissa Cathy

ST JOHNS 3 Bed Felton Mathew Av

$680

Cathy

AUCKLAND CENTRAL 1 Bed Mount St 2 bed St Paul St

$260 $390

Amny Amny

Ray White MOUNTFORT ESTATE AGENTS LTD Licensed (REAA 2008) PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTALS

Have a safe, happy Christmas and New Year Marcus, Cath, Ann, Jo, Eden & Kurt

Licensed (REAA 2008)

ADVERTISING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

102 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

HOWICK 5 Bed Drake St

$550

Lloyd

DANNEMORA – FLAT BUSH 2 Bed Pt View Dr

$540

Lloyd

Zumba fitness with Alex

Pigeon Mountain Primary School Thursday 7-8pm Mobile: 0212630748 www.alexyauzumba.com

BOTANY OFFICE

DY264792

20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500

Lloyd Reardon DDI: 216 99 61 or 021 887 811 – lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com Sam Carr DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177 – sam.carr@raywhite.com Steven Hang DDI: 212 5729 or 021 409 293 – steven.hang@raywhite.com

BREAST CARE ESSENTIALS

DANNEMORA – EAST TAMAKI – FLAT BUSH – SOMERVILLE 4 Bed Stancombe Rd $620 Steven 5 Bed Bilancia Pl $800 Steven 5 Bed Plantation Rise $850 Steven HALF MOON BAY 3 Bed Sunderlands Rd

$700

Fitting Service

For women after Full/Partial Mastectomy, Lumpectomy and Reconstruction. Breast Care Bras, Prostheses and Swimwear from the Anita, Amoena and Trulife ranges designed with comfort in mind. Our private Boutique fitting rooms based in Epsom and Manukau have easy access and parking. Fittings by appointment. Mobile home fittings on request. “Ministry of Health” funding available. Ph Susan Doig 536 4220, ph/txt 0274 519 285 breastcare.essentials@gmail.com www.breastcareessentials.co.nz

Steven

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

BUCKLANDS BEACH – HALF MOON BAY 3 Bed Sheralee Pl $620

Cathy

HIGHLAND PARK 2 Bed Amerce Pl 3 Bed Amerce Pl

Cathy Martin

$470 $550

FLAT BUSH OFFICE

Shop 25, 123 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction Steven Hang DDI: 212 5729 or 021 409 293 – steven.hang@raywhite.com

HOWICK – COCKLE BAY 4 Bed Pah Rd

$675

Steven

FLAT BUSH 4 Bed Reinheimer Pl

$680

Steven

KUMEU 5 Bed

$750

Steven

Tapu Rd

PERSONAL LOOKING for lost friend from 10 years ago, Christine Marko Rosemary. Plse Ph Han on 577 1182 or 027 4818686

CARS AND TRUCKS WANTED

LANDLORDS

We offer two services: A free ﬁnd-a-tenant service or a full comprehensive property management service at a competitive rate.

Rental lists are available at Botany Town Centre, Bucklands Beach, Flat Bush, Half Moon Bay and Pakuranga ofﬁces

CD264272-V7

CD155540

Over 25 yrs experience Interior & Exterior New & Repairs Quality Workmanship Small bathroom renovations Waterproof Free Quotes Satisfaction Guaranteed Reference Available Ph: Lubo Kecer 021 871 882 or 092162318 l l l l l l l l l

3 Specialist waterblasting

CD140634

TILER

021366615 / 0508932532

PAKURANGA 40A Udys Rd. 2 bdrm house, carport, no pets. Close to schools. Ref req’d $440pw water incl, 4 weeks bond. Avail. from Nov. Ph 027 443 6334

CD260891

• House Wash (soft wash) • Building Wash • Decks, Drives, Fences • Gutter Clean • Roof Treatment For a free quote call

CD255813

Quality guaranteed Free Quote Waterproofing Best Prices Wall and floor Underfloor Heating David Yang 273 6566 or 021 1867 361 l

Your local exterior

Cleaning Specialists

TO LET

HOMESTAY

Sally is quite simply an excellent Letting Consultant & Property Manager

UPHOLSTERERS

RUBBISH REMOVALS

RENTALS

BRANCH MANAGER

CD166407

ROOFING

51.27sqm with shared hallway and toilets 2 covered carparks 9 Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga Please contact Debbie 09 576 1500 ext 821 or debbies@eastgatecc.org for more details.

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

PHIL’S TREE & STUMP GRINDING

FREE QUOTES - 24/7 Service 027 758 6437 - 361 6437 E: info@hpcplumbing.co.nz W: hpcplumbing.co.nz

Space for Lease

CD212258

PLUMBER All maint wrk, no job too small. Prompt service. Ph 535 9567

All work Guaranteed Hot Water Cylinders New Build & Reno’s General Maintenance Gas Fitting

 Reducing  Thinning  Shaping  Full removal  Chipped onsite/removed  Good rates  Great refs  Free quotes

K54146

H3X019

Brett or Warren 534 3562 027 493 0181

    

& STUMP GRINDING

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



All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area

TREES

Ph Murray

Hill Plumbing Certifying plumbing, gas and drainage  Hot water cylinders  Bathrooms, kitchens  New and repairs

All about

Qualified Arborist

L5F014

Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232

Phone Josh 021 074 8027

KAK007

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

All tree and hedge work Rubbish removal Garden Clearouts Free Quotes Fully Insured

TO LET

DY265171

Handy Andy

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PRIVATE SALE, to be sold before Christmas, one to one negotiations, no agents, no stress, no auction! 2 bdrm b/t unit, 60sqm. Ideal for first time buyers, down sizing or investors - rented previously to long term tenants. Late settlement poss. Room for improvements. Offers over $650,000.

TO LEASE

CD262135

CD262818

Brad 022 671 8125 graceplumbing.co.nz

A-CLASS TREE SERVICES CD205793-V3

❏ Certified ❏ 23+ years experience ❏ New or Reno work ❏ Hot water cylinders

HOUSES FOR SALE

DE264897

PLUMBERS

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

CASH PAID, for Cars/ Trucks, Van/Utes/4x4s/Motorhomes & Machinery,Avail 24-hrs, Ph/Txt Ali 021 344 449 or 0800 333 398

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CLASSIFIEDS

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SITUATIONS VACANT

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SITUATIONS VACANT

PETS CD258593

Mellons Bay School

LEARNING ASSISTANT 2019

Main responsibilties include but are not limited to: • Reception and telephone duties • Order Entry • General Office Administration • Freight Enquiries

CD255828

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.

Please email CV to Peter at psmith@frasersmithlowe.co.nz 20 hours per week

practicemanager@crawfordmedical.co.nz CD258291-V2

Closing date 20th December.

REACH FORKHOIST DRIVERS

We have clients in Manukau/Mt Wellington and Otahuhu requiring Reach Forkhoist Operators and labourers.

We are a leading Aged Care Facility based in Howick, and require an energetic self-starter to join our Maintenance Team. This is a full time 40 hour position – Monday to Friday with some opportunity for extended hours. We require a versatile and competent handy person, with a wide range of skills to join the maintenance team. The work is varied from plumbing to painting, minor mechanical and electrical work, and as a mini bus driver which requires a ‘P’ endorsed licence. Some lifting is required. The successful applicant will need to have a good work ethic, be well organized, and work well in both a team and individual environment. Excellent communication skills required. A great team to work for and competitive conditions offered. Written applications by email (enquiries@hbh.org.nz) or post to: HBH Senior Living PO Box 38 093, Howick 2145 PS265129

Please call Graham 0800 277 1740 email CV’s to leila@adstaﬀ.co.nz

Required for busy catering company. No experience necessary as training will be given. Must have own transport and be presentable, flexible and able to work nights and weekends. Please call Agnes 027 6955 851 to arrange an interview

Required for small Rest Home one morning per fortnight. Would suit self employed or retired Hairdresser. To commence early January. Phone: 532 8376

DY265028

Teachers!

Do you enjoy teaching? Do you want to work in a friendly environment working with small groups teaching English/Maths. We are looking for a person to teach and manage our Botany centre, full training will be given.

The successful candidates will be joining a high performing, forward thinking and well-resourced team. The candidates should be focused on student engagement, positive relationships, achievement and excellence. Our classrooms are learner-focused and dynamic. Our teachers adopt a growth mindset and reflective practice. You will join a positive working environment which is supported by our staff wellbeing programme. Commitment to the Special Character of the College and a full participation in the co-curricular programme are conditions of employment.

Apply in writing to The Principal, Sancta Maria College, PO Box 64 437, Botany, Auckland 2163 or email to T.Ganias@sanctamaria.school.nz enclosing the application form, CV and supporting documents. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. DE264864

DE264627

for Max’s Barber, Pakuranga.

DE265235

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The winning senior girls team. The college’s U15 Girls also brought home a cup as National Champions and the U15 Boys won the Constellation Shield. Photo supplied

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owick College’s senior girls Rugby 7s team have become national champions after winning the Youthtown Condors Sevens. It is the first time they have ever made it to the finals and went through with six tournament wins to win the title. They will now go on to compete in the Sanix tournament in Japan next year. The senior team is captained by Hinemoa Watene who represented NZ in the U18 rugby 7s team and won a gold medal at the Youth Olympics in

Argentina. Both teams came through top of their pools and entered quarter finals on the second days of their respective tournaments The senior girls lost to St Mary’s last year in the quarter finals and were determined to make amends. St Mary’s were one of the favourites for this year’s final The U15 girls lost in the semi finals to Southern Cross in the Auckland competition and met them again in their pool play and showed their skill level and fitness to beat them.

The senior girls finished second in the Auckland competition which is the qualifier for Condors, losing to MAGS in golden point. They have all trained hard leading up to the national tournament, wanting to improve on last year’s placings - a very focused and determined team. “These talented young ladies came through the tournament with six wins, 184 points for and only 19 against,” said Adelita Sotutu, the school’s Director of Sport.

In spite of bad weather shortening playing time the Marie Raos Ray White HPCC Premier men still managed to overcome the challenge offered by the highly rated University Xl with comparative ease. After being invited to bat first by the opposition Howick’s Opening pair of Bill Walsh and Dan Young compiled an opening 122 run partnership on a slow wicket and moist outfield before Walsh was dismissed one run short of his half century. Andrew Morrison joined Young in a second wicket stand yielding 121 runs before Young was bowled by slow left armer Patel for a chanceless 119. After Morrison went shortly after for 58, Brian Barnard and Dale Phillips took the total to 297/3 whereupon Skipper Walsh declared. Apart from a 60 run partnership for the third wicket University failed to handle the strong Howick Pakuranga bowling attack, which included Danru Ferns and Jamie Brown two current Aces, Donovan Grobbelaar, Rudi

Daniel Young walking off after scoring 119. Photo Jim Allnatt

Botadra and Adam Jones and were dismissed in 64 overs for 149. Ferns bowled with real hostility to take 5/30 well supported by Grobbelaar 2/38 and Brown 2/19. Asked to follow on University had to play out 37 overs to save the match and for a while looked like doing it easily but when two wickets fell at 76, University collapsed to be 91/7 with 9 overs to go. However staunch defence saw University see the day out at 102/7. The pace bowlers all chipped in with a wicket each but it was Adam Jones who made the crucial breakthroughs with 3/15 off 12 overs. However the 15 points taken from this match have seen Howick Pakuranga lying second in the table just one point behind Suburbs New Lynn.

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ir New Zealand’s new Christmas video sees the world’s naughtiest children unite in a bid to get back in Santa’s good books, after the Big Man accidently leaks his official “naughty list”. Released last week, ‘The Nicest Christmas Ever’ shows Air New Zealand flying to the rascals’ rescue, assembling an International Naughty Kids Summit to tackle the threat of empty stockings. Knowing that Santa is always watching, the delegation of little darlings pledges better behavior – but when talks stall with the US representative, it falls to New Zealand to save the season. More than 300 children of Air New Zealand employees auditioned to take part in the clip, with 17 selected to star as extras alongside the airline’s ground and cabin crew. Santa makes an appearance, as well as “Noel” the elf from last year’s Air New Zealand Christmas video.

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The video follows Air New Zealand’s ‘A Very Merry Mistake’ from Christmas 2017 which shared Santa’s struggle to decipher the New Zealand accent. Photo supplied Air New Zealand General Manager Global Brand and Content Jodi Williams says the airline has a reputation for poking fun and wanted to inject some Kiwi humour into Christmas celebrations. “From childhood memories of writing to Santa, through to the drama of a festive tech fail, the heartwarming video plays on silly season moments in a very Kiwi way. “Showcasing our people is a hallmark of Air New Zealand’s brand campaigns and it was fantastic to be

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Police encourage revellers to ‘look after your mates’

olice are urging Aucklanders and those visiting our city over the summer period to look after your mates and have plans in place to make sure you and your wider whanau and friends have a safe and pleasant time while enjoying the summer festivities. Police are launching Operation Summer this week, a targeted Police operation across Tamaki Makaurau which will be focusing on key areas of demand

that typically increase over the summer period. Operation Summer identifies trends in offending and hotspot areas over the busy summer season and Police will be proactively deployed to prevent these types of incidents from occurring rather than responding reactively to events at they occur. Inspector Jacqui Whittaker, Auckland City District Prevention Manager, says

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Join us this Christmas season as the sun goes down and the Village comes alight! Enjoy festive crafts, traditional baking and markets, stocking unique and traditional gifts. Sing along with the Villagers for Carols by Candlelight. Bring your own picnic or buy a delicious crepe (your choice of sweet or savoury).

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the holiday period is a busy time with increased demand on Police, emergency services and our partner agencies across Tamaki Makaurau. “Trends Police see during this period include increases in alcohol harm events, family harm incidents, road crashes, water-related call outs and burglaries,” she says. “Police will be out in force, actively patrolling in hotspot areas over the next two months making sure everyone is safe. “We ask that revellers drink responsibly and we discourage ‘pre-loading’. “We will be enforcing liquor bans and checking licensed premises are complying with the law and not serving intoxicated people. “We also urge people to plan ahead and make sure you know how you are going to get home.” Inspector Whittaker also says it is your responsibility to look after your mates and check they get home safely. Police also advise motorists to factor in breaks when taking long commutes and to drive patiently and to the conditions, with many roads becoming more congested over this time. The festive season also typically sees an increase in tension in some homes as well as family harm incidents. Anyone who witnesses or has information about family harm is asked to contact police. Anyone who doesn’t feel safe should immediately phone 111. Police will also have an increased presence near popular water spots over summer and we encourage everyone at the beach to keep close watch on their mates or family in case they get into trouble. The public can expect an increase in police presence around areas such as Piha and Muriwai, Waiheke, Mission Bay, Orewa, Beachlands and Maraetai. Police urge anyone who witnesses suspicious activity to call 111 immediately.

$5m extra for City Mission

Last week Auckland Mayor Phil Goff announced his Annual Budget 2019 – 2020 proposal to councillors seeking to help Auckland’s most vulnerable with a proposed contribution of $5 million to the City Mission’s HomeGround housing and social services project. The Mayor’s Annual Budget proposal also confirms the largest ever annual capital investment in transport infrastructure of $1.2 billion, continued investment in the water quality improvement programme and protection of Kauri, and holding average general rate rises to 2.5 per cent for the coming year. “This budget is about spades in the ground and cranes in the air. We are using the record levels of funding we’ve secured to deliver the critical infrastructure the city needs,” Goff says. “While focused on addressing the critical infrastructure issues facing our city, we must continue to help our most vulnerable. I am proposing additional funding of $5 million for the City Mission to support their HomeGround Project. “This budget is about delivering on Council’s commitment to transform Auckland into an inclusive, modern, world class city.”

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otany Downs Primary School’s can drive last Wednesday was a roaring success. A vast range of food and toiletry supplies was gathered and donated to the Salvation Army Food bank for Christmas. Once a term the school and PTA arranges a mufti day where it is $1 for mufti and then there’s a bake sale where some of the classes provide baking which is then sold to the students for $1-a-piece. This fundraiser usually raises $1000 - $1500 per term. This term the school ran a can drive instead where students were asked to bring an item or more if they were feeling generous which would then be donated to the Salvation Army Foodbank. Information was provided linking parents to the food bank’s most needed items www.foodbank.org.nz/ collections/most-needed. “Families more than

The students pictured are (left to right) Sonnie Mitchell, Jay Lau, Prisha Verma, Lexi Storey, Liam Jekel, Linaya Karunatillake with principal Mr T (Mr Bruce Trezise) and Salvation Army staff Eteta Petero (left) and Tracey Rota. Photo supplied delivered with most families donating two or three items per child and, in some cases, much, much more,” said the PTA’s Jess Storey. “Everyone was very generous and the Salvation Army food bank is very grateful as their supplies are getting very low.” The Salvation Army estimates the total value of goods donated at more than $4000 (853 cans and many other items).

Currently the Salvation Army is running a Christmas Toy appeal where they are seeking donations of new toys which they will collect and put aside for families who otherwise might not enjoy Christmas like many of us do. ► If anyone would like to donate gifts they can get in touch with Joe at the Salvation Army - joe.iosua@ salvationarmy.org.nz.

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