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racy Signal is a devoted mother and grandmother. But on January 25 the Howick woman will have to take her 24-year-old daughter and two grandchildren back to Australia where her daughter’s alleged abusive ex-partner is waiting for them. Tracy’s daughter, Taryn, who is a NZ citizen, fled Australia in April this year with her two-year-old to escape what she says has been years of physical and emotional abuse from her ex-partner who also suffers from drug addiction.
Taryn had lived in Australia away from her family with little financial and emotional support until she plucked up the courage to leave. Shortly after arriving in NZ, Taryn found out she was expecting her second child who has recently been born in New Zealand. A few weeks after she arrived she told her ex-partner where she was and he has since applied to have her return their child to Australia under the Hague Convention, an international agreement that covers parental child “abduction”. It
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BBQ legends hang up tongs Local Pakuranga United Rugby Club BBQ experts Jimmy Ruka and Malcolm Sweetman hung up their aprons one last time on the weekend at the World Secondary Schools 7s. Jimmy is heading up north for a well-earned retirement and Malcolm is stepping back to be able to watch a few more games on Saturdays. “We would like to thank Jimmy and Malcolm plus all your supporters for the thousands of hours you have given up to feed thousands of people over the years at the club,” said PURC General Manager Stephen Hackett. “The funds you have raised
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News bites Grant money for locals The New Zealand Community Trust awarded numerous grants in the Auckland region in November including to these two local groups. Pakuranga United Rugby Club received $15,000 to go towards junior rugby playing jerseys. The Pohutukawa Coast Cricket Club received $4000 for cricket equipment, playing shirts and hats/caps for seniors and juniors. The many Auckland gaming venues that contributed included the Barrel Inn in
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Big numbers for Colgate Games The annual Colgate Games – New Zealand’s largest junior athletics championships – will be kicking off in Hamilton and Dunedin in early January. Auckland is sending the most athletes in the country with 448 athletes registered to compete. Pakuranga Athletic Club Inc is sending the most athletes (63) in the region. A massive 2300 young
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akuranga MP Simeon Brown will investigate whether Howick residents might be able to put a Private Bill before Parliament to protect the “iconic and historic views” from Stockade Hill. “I have been approached by a large number of constituents in the Howick and Pakuranga communities requesting support to protect the iconic views from Stockade Hill and will be looking into whether Parliament could provide an avenue to protect these views,” he says. “The Howick Community has been fighting for years to have Stockade Hill recognised for its history and also for the vital role it plays in our community. This fight goes back to the 1990s when Crawford Reserve was bought by Manukau City Council to preserve the view. “Auckland Council’s Unitary Plan then allowed for 12m high developments to be built on the entire perimeter of the hill, potentially blocking views in every direction from the hill.” “After relentless advocacy by the local community, Auckland Council subsequently supported Plan Change 3 which reduced maximum allowable building heights looking towards the sea by a small amount. These changes are too little, too late, and do not adequately protect the amenity
that this hill provides to the community with the view shaft approved by Plan Change 3 only providing 137 degree views based from 1.5m above the ground, only at the very top of the hill. Whether it is Anzac day, Armistice Day, Midnight Madness or a host of other community events, Stockade Hill is a place where the community comes together,” he says. “It is a precious part of the Howick community which must be preserved. “I will be looking at the potential for the community to take a Private Bill to Parliament to ensure that these views are protected for generations to come.” “The threshold to take a Private Bill to Parliament is very high, and I will be seeking advice as to whether this is possible.” “I am also concerned about the fact that Housing New Zealand continues to get involved in this issue. It raises questions about their intention to buy land around Stockade Hill and develop multi-level state-housing in the area. We have enough State Houses in Howick. We don’t need more. “The community has been fighting this issue for many years with their own money, I look forward to working closely with them to lend a voice to their efforts.”
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ANNIVERSARY of ammunition from the Howick Armed Police Force who were mostly Maori constables. It was illegal for Europeans to sell rifles and ammunition to Maori who generally had old rifles and doublebarrelled shotguns. They needed ammunition for hunting purposes which was sparingly issued. Some Maori made their own gunpowder, or smuggled it from “friendly pakeha” or bought it from whaling ships offshore. The Howick Fencibles were kept on duty for 12-to-14 hours overnight. Wives took meals to the men. Those on Stockade Hill were especially cold and miserable. At Waipapa Beach in Auckland, angry warriors were in a state of excitement, not to destroy the pakeha town but to catch the Maori policeman for a traditional Maori punishment. The officials demanded that all arms be given up and leave; comply or be fired upon! But the tide was going out leaving the canoes high and dry. The crestfallen “invaders” hauled their heavy canoes over the mudflats to the sea. Ngai Tai chief Tara Te Irirangi of Maraetai with other chiefs met Governor Sir George Grey to express their regret over the incident. He gave the Governor a precious greenstone mere [which is now in Auckland Museum] with other taonga. In return the Governor gave the chiefs tobacco, blankets and food and they all returned home in peace. The Maori shirt-stealer Ngawiki, the cause of the incident, was sentenced to three months imprisonment. When he was released, he was called Toru-Marama or ”Threemonths”. This incident was a favourite topic of pub-talk for Fencibles for many years. ■ Alan La Roche, Howick Historian
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winning New Zealand boys team and the Australian girls team winning their respective finals,” said tournament director Phil Gaze. The event was broadcast live on Sky TV and also had a live streaming with strong international followings in Aus-
tralia, Fiji, Canada and parts of Europe. “Already we have interest from several new teams and will look to build on next year with hopefully an increase in 4-5 more teams in 2019,” said Gaze. “We are excited about coming back next year to the
Pakuranga United Rugby Club and building on the success of our 2018 event.”
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Boys’ final: NZ Condors 22 v NZ Fijians 12 Girls’ final: NZ Condors 5 v Australia 29
Anticlockwise from top left: The eventual boys’ champions the NZ Condors (boys) (black) taking on the Samoan Barbarians; Australia Girls taking a shot at goal v Japan; NZ Maori Boys v NZ Fijian; NZ Condors (Girls) (black) take on Samoa; NZ Dutch Girls v Samoan Barbarians; Youthtown Condor Sevens NZ Schools girls team representing Howick College (LTR) Sapphire, Teuila, Iva, Isla, Dayna & Shalom; part of the crowd at the World School Times photos Wayne Martin Sevens at Pakuranga United Rugby Club.
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lans are well advanced for the fourth annual Auckland Brit & Euro Classic Car Show to be held on Lloyd Elsmore Park on Sunday March 3. Committee chairman, Rev Dr Richard Waugh, commented to the Times, one of the key sponsors, “We’ve had excellent support from East Auckland these past three events. For 2019 we are planning for 1000 classic cars and motorcycles, and a big crowd as the event is free to the public.” Already 604 cars are confirmed with 10 weeks to go. The event is now established as one of the largest free community events in East Auckland with crowds of more than 10,000 people expected. Dr Waugh further adds, “So many local community groups are involved, and with last year about 130 volunteers. “The Howick Historical Village receives all donations toward their valuable work and the village’s location makes for a special ambience with all the classic transport in the park. “I am sure that people in East Auckland who are restoring or fixing their older cars or motorcycles will have our car show
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date clearly in mind. “It will be a great incentive.” For further information and
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Unwrapping Christmas: What’s with the baby?
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uman babies are uniquely helpless creatures. Other species show much greater robustness in the early stages of life. Sea turtles find themselves on the journey of their lives as they scamper across the sand towards the ocean just moments after hatching. When a baby giraffe is born, it drops up to 6 feet to the ground and lands on its head and is able to haul itself upright and walk within hours of birth. Yet a human child’s first steps are considered a milestone to celebrate around a year later. Actually, if you’re sitting up at six months, you’re doing well. Which only underlines the question: what’s with the baby and Christmas? It’s hard to imagine a worse idea than God’s plan to enter human history as a baby. Defenceless. Vulnerable. Completely at the mercy of his creation…us. Yet, this is exactly what we celebrate at Christmas: the eternal Creator of the Universe who became flesh and blood and moved into the neighbourhood. This moment of vulnerability is much more significant for humanity than the familiar, maybe overly sentimental, renderings of baby Jesus, meek and mild. Jesus was born into a hostile environment to a low caste family
At Christmas, we see what love looks like: a baby laid in a manger. Photo osv.com in a country that was under Roman occupation. He survived an early assassination attempt by the Roman client King of Judea, Herod, while still an infant. His family became political refugees fleeing across the border to Egypt. God put himself in harm’s way when he reached out to us in a flesh and blood way. He did this so we could know what He, God, is like. It turns out God is not standing at a distance offering judgment without compassion. He’s up close and personal, living the blood, sweat and tears of authentic human existence. It turns out God is not beyond our human pain and brokenness, but sharing it. It turns out that God is so utterly committed to humanity that he will act dangerously to connect with us. At Christmas, God shows us he has
‘skin in the game’. God who says He is love proves it. Lives it. And ultimately dies for it. The echo of Easter and Jesus’ humiliating execution on a Roman cross is not far from the cradle. Because God put himself in harm’s way for us. Jesus, the man, showed us what a fully realised human life can look like. His teachings continue to resonate thousands of years later. His sacrificial death has inspired generations. His resurrection split history in two. Yet, at Christmas, we see what love looks like: a baby laid in a manger. At Christmas, God became what He is not, in order that we might become who we were created to be. May we see God’s love reflected to us this Christmas as we gaze once more on the baby Jesus, asleep on the hay. A blessed Christmas to you. • 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. Rev Brett Jones Pastor cession community and exec member East Auckland Ministers Association
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Chelsea Winter’s Cranberry & White Chocolate Slice Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 18 Minutes Serves: 10 ► 200g butter ► ½ cup caster sugar ► 1 tsp vanilla essence or paste ► zest of 1 large lemon ► 1¼ cups plain flour ► ½ tsp baking powder ► 1 large free-range egg
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his slice tastes even better than it looks — and in my humble opinion, it looks freakin’ amazing! Don’t be fooled into thinking this is one of those Christmassy larks full of glacé cherries and candied peel. No, what we have here are deliciously chewy, tangy cranberries, and crunchy macadamia and pistachio nuts with an incredible creamy white chocolate and cream cheese icing. I’ve ?nished it off with freeze-dried mandarins which are delicious if you can ?nd them (in most supermarkets and specialty food stores). This slice makes a delightful homemade Christmas gift — or just keep it in the fridge to enjoy with a cuppa. Preheat the oven to 180°C regular bake. Line a slice tin (mine was 24cm square) with baking paper. Place the butter, sugar, vanilla and lemon zest in a medium saucepan over a low heat and stir until melted. When just melted, remove from the heat and cool for a few minutes. Sift the flour and baking powder into a large bowl and stir to combine evenly. Add the egg to the butter mixture and whisk to combine. Add the chocolate, cranberries, oats and nuts, and stir. Sift the ?our mixture in and stir to combine evenly. Scrape into the prepared tin and press out into an even layer with clean damp ?ngers (or lay a sheet of cling wrap on top and press out on top of that). Bake in the oven for about 18 minutes or until turning golden. Cool in the tin. To make the icing, break the chocolate into pieces and add to a heatproof bowl with the butter. Fit over a saucepan of gently simmering water (don’t let the water touch the bowl). Heat, stirring every now and then, until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat. (If the chocolate seizes and goes grainy, try stirring in 2 teaspoons rice bran oil.) Beat the cream cheese in a smallish bowl until smooth. Sift in the icing sugar, add the lemon juice and beat until smooth. Add a spoonful of melted chocolate, beat to combine, then repeat until all is combined. Spread on the cooled slice, sprinkle with the extra nuts and cranberries, and the freeze-dried mandarin (if using). Refrigerate for an hour to set, then slice with a hot knife. ► Recipe extracted from Scrumptious by Chelsea Winter, published by Random House, RRP: $55. Photography by Tam West.
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Hundreds of Christmas boxes ready to go By Farida Master
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here will be hundreds of happy hands packing in Christmas boxes and delivering them to families who deserve some Christmas cheer. Around 750 high quality food boxes, valued at $150 each, will be packed with Christmas ham, chicken, canned food and fresh produce. Steve Green, lead pastor of Elim Christian Centre, Botany, says that his year they have raised around $110,000 that will enable them to fund the Christmas boxes. “All the funds are raised by the people at the Elim Christian Centre,” he says. “A lot of people organise fundraisers, some of the proceeds come through donations and there are some sponsorships from people and companies.” Volunteers will start opening up the flattened cardboard cartons on Thursday and Friday, and on Saturday a conveyor belt is set up
at the school gymnasium, where hundreds of families come along with their children and friends to pack the boxes. People from the church will deliver the Christmas boxes on the same day; they will knock on doors and gift them to the people who have been nominated. The police have also partnered with Elim Christian Centre to deliver boxes. “Anyone can nominate names. A couple of hundred names are also nominated by the police and they partake in the activity of delivering the Christmas boxes as well. Stephany Campbell is the project coordinator and there is a team of volunteers who orchestrate it beautifully.” Steve says that the boxes are gifted not only to people who are struggling to make ends meet but also to those who have had a major upheaval in their lives. “We’ve been doing this for the last 10 years and it is just amazing. This year too it will bring so much hope and joy on Christmas,” he says.
Left – Hundreds of people from Elim Christian Centre will pack around 750 Christmas boxes on December 22. Right – The police also nominate a couple hundred names and deliver the Christmas boxes to them. Photos supplied
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All Saints’ Christmas lunch on Jesus brings cheer
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etween paying bills and general household expenses, Christmas time can be difficult for some families. One generous parishioner from All Saints Church in Howick started an initiative in 2015 that helps make Christmas special for these families in need. The Christmas Lunch on Jesus initiative will provide families with
Christmas boxes containing meat, vegetables, drinks and other goodies – all the things that make an enjoyable Christmas lunch. The aim this year is to put together 125 Christmas boxes to gift to low income families who might struggle to put food on the table this Christmas. The names of these families have been supplied to the church by various agencies and
charitable organisations.
HOW CAN YOU HELP? You can buy a box outright for $70 or you can donate any amount towards the cost of a box. No amount is too big or too small! Donations can be delivered directly to All Saints Church, Howick office or to the Howick parish bank account: 02 0168
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If you want to give back this Christmas you can help All Saints Church, Howick, put together Christmas boxes that will help low-income families celebrate Christmas with a fabulous festive lunch.
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Safety risk ➤➤From page 1 RNZ spoke with Gina Masterton of Griffith University in Queensland who is working towards a PhD, with her focus on The Hague Convention. Masterton told RNZ 70 per cent of Hague Convention cases involved domestic violence because women are forced to flee Australia because of a lack of support from the government. Photo supplied “If you come here as a New Zealander Taryn with her two children. for example, and you’re not an Austral- has offered to have him visit them in ian citizen, you get no access to Centre- NZ where they would provide him with link, no access to legal aid, no access to food and accommodation. refuge because they use your Centrelink She has also agreed to work out a cusmoney to stay there,” Ms Masterton said. tody agreement that involves alternat“So you’re really at a disadvantage. You ing visits between Australia and New can work, if you can find a job, but you Zealand in the school holidays. don’t get any of the support from our She says when Taryn and her ex-partgovernment if you’re not a citizen.” ner do speak, he verbally abuses her. She said her research shows that most “He is doing this out of spite, not for of these women have already reported the wellbeing of his child. He doesn’t domestic violence to the police and want the child; he just doesn’t want my taken out violence orders, protection daughter to have her,” she says. orders and court orders. “I want to know who takes responsi“This is a last resort for them, the leav- bility for the safety of my daughter and ing and putting the distance between my grandchildren if they are forced to themselves and the abuser,” Masterton live in the same place as him.” says. Tracy has been to Pakuranga MP Tracy says she is outraged that the gov- Simeon Brown who says he will work to ernment would order Taryn to return to ensure Taryn and her children are given a place where her safety is at risk. all of the legal support they are entitled “It’s so exhausting and heartbreaking. to in Australia. A man who has physically abused my Tracy says she wants to warn other daughter, and who is also addicted to New Zealanders that the Hague Condrugs and is rarely sober is allowed to vention is outdated and puts vulnerable dictate where my daughter can live,” she women and children at risk. says. “People hear the word ‘abduction’ and “She is scared for her life and this is they think this order protects children why she left the country without ask- who have been wrongfully stolen from ing his permission because she knew if one of their parents. But my daughter is she did she wouldn’t be going anywhere just desperately trying to keep her chiland she was fearful of the retaliation she dren safe.” would face.” The Times has reached out to experts Tracy says Taryn has never told the in Hague Convention Law and await a SAMS_MazdaHalfPage-BT50-1118-edit.pdf 1 6/12/18 3:13 PM father he cannot see the children and response.
Pubs reward sober drivers Some of our favourite local bars are stepping up to reward sober drivers this summer. Basalt Bar, Goode Brothers Botany, Doolan Brothers Botany and the Brook Bar and Eatery are all taking part in Coca-Cola’s Designated Driver programme this festive season. Over summer they will be supplying designated drivers with up to three free non-alcoholic beverages to reward them for volunteering to sober drive so their mates get home safely. “Summer is one of the busiest times of the year for us and we love seeing our customers having a good time,” says Wendy Lawrence, Business Leader at Goode Brothers Botany. “We are big supporters of the Coke Designated Driver programme because it encourages people to be safe on the roads but also reminds them they can still get out and have fun with their mates even if they are the sober driver. “These guys are doing an important job and should be rewarded.” The Coca-Cola Designated Driver programme was launched in 2016 and has been gaining momentum year-on-year. A full list of bars can be found at www. coke.co.nz/driver.
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The return of Miss Howick Carnival Queen at Santa Parade I
t was almost 35 years ago that beauty pageant operator Val Lott first held the Miss Howick Carnival Queen where Bo Burns, this year’s organiser of the Howick Santa Parade, took to the stage. Bo placed second in her section and was also one of three little 10-year-old girls to be mascots in the First Miss Howick. “It was Bo’s fond memories of these days that inspired her to bring Amalia Leece, Kenzy Colebrook and Lara back Miss Howick Carnival Queen. Times photos Wayne Martin Lowe. So she contacted me and the rest is history,” says Val, who organised the Miss Howick Carnival Queen at this year’s Howick Santa Parade. “I absolutely loved coordinating it again this year,” says Val. “My dear friend and choreographer for Miss Howick, Sarah Melville-Smith stepped up to help me. Sarah was Miss Howick 1993 and
has coordinated all my shows ever since, including Miss Auckland and Miss Universe New Zealand. “Kylie Anderson, another former Miss Howick winner, also helped coach this year’s older girls in Miss Howick Carnival Queen,” says Val, who used to run confidence and modelling classes for children from the ages 6-12 years prior to hosting Miss Howick. “And at the end of the year they all entered Howick Carnival Queen,” she says. “I always had three sections six to eight years, nine to 10 years and 11-12 years. This year with no Miss Howick for the older girls, I introduced a section 13-16 years. “Seeing how much the children loved this year’s show, I would like to re-commence the classes for next
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A&A FLOORING Installing, Sanding,coating of wooden floors. Installing laminate floors. Ph David 022 170 6720.
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We are looking for a team player, conscientious and committed Office Manager to join our team. As the Office Manager your responsibilities will be: • Administration and Accounts • Customer Service • Support to the Directors and Operations Your duties will include but are not limited to: • General office administration • MYOB Invoicing/Payroll, creditors and debtors, IRD returns, bank account reconciliations, • Company finance reporting • Analysing and evaluating accounts data for business decision making • Assisting Health and Safety To be successful in this role, you will have: • A business qualification in a commercial discipline • Excellent time management and organisational skills • Communication and negotiation skills • Broad knowledge of administrative and finance processes • Excellent knowledge in MYOB & Microsoft suite programs • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an Office Management position This is full time position Mon – Fri 8:30am-5:00pm. Please email your CV and cover letter to: clc@clcgroup.co.nz www.clcgroup.co.nz DY265621
SITUATIONS VACANT
DAVE TAPPER BUILDERS Ltd
021 764797 or 532 8930
INSTALLATION
SITUATIONS VACANT
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Pakuranga
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OFFICE MANAGER
Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336
DRAINAGE
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Further information and a job description is available on request from the Secretary Manager on (09) 5349702 or email scott@howickrsa.co.nz
PROCON for all your concrete requirements, drives, patios, small/lge slabs, plain, coloured, imprinted. Ph Vince for a free quote 021 415 436
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The successful applicant should have excellent communication skills, be highly organised, have good computer skills and be able to work with a team
25 years experience Stylish and affordable Bathroom renovations 2. Bathroom and Shower renovation specialist 3. Wall and Floor Tiling 4. All Aspects of Domestic Plumbing Service & Repair CD137943
Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed
This a permanent part time role of up 25 hrs per week
BATHROOM IMPRESSIONS
FLOORING & SERVICES
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Please email CV to Peter at psmith@frasersmithlowe.co.nz
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Experienced friendly receptionist required who will accept responsibility to competently manage a range of administrative tasks in our 3 dentist / 4 hygienist practice. You will be efficient, organised, proactive and able to think on your feet. Great people skills, computer skills, initiative, a strong work ethic with an ability to learn are necessary.
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LANDSCAPES Ph: 535 9155 thebehersings@xtra.co.nz Silver Medal DESIGN Winner CONSTRUCTION Ellerslie MAINTENANCE Flowershow
LAWNCARE EZYMOW Lawns, Trees & Hedges. Friendly & Reliable. Ph Scott 021 02475434 GREENMAN Lawn & Garden Trees & Hedges, rideon mowing. Free quotes. Friendly service. 534 2053 or 021 570 409 HOWICK LAWNCARE, ex Greenkeeper, lge or small lawns, friendly reliable affordable Ph Paul 027 5676 900
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PAINTERS & DECORATORS
Doors/Door Repairs
0800 24 LOCK
PAINTER/PLASTERER & handyman 30 yrs+ exp Ph Muzza 577-2989/0276770294
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BE BUG-FREE Ants, Cockroaches, Fleas, Flies, Spiders, Mosquitoes, Rats & Mice, Wasps 20+ years experience
Certifying Plumber
All work Guaranteed Hot Water Cylinders New Build & Reno’s General Maintenance Gas Fitting
New Work ♦ Renovations Specialists ♦ Bathroom / Kitchen ♦ Gas Installations ♦ Hot Water Cylinders ♦ All Maintenance ♦ Certifying Plumbers EXPERIENCED, QUALITY SERVICE Ph Allan or Matt Craig P: 027 496 2118 or 09 215 1144 ♦
Solutions & Services
Jim 0800 38 38 48
PLASTERERS
Brad 022 671 8125 graceplumbing.co.nz
www.allgoplumbing.co.nz
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St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz Phone 535 4403
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TREE SERVICES
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Howick Presbyterian Church It is our pleasure to invite you all to join us at the Christian Life Centre East Auckland Church for a Christmas Eve Carol Service from 7.30-8.30pm 24 December at 4 Baird Street, Howick No RSVP required, entry is free – all are welcome!
TILING
All about
BLADECUTTERS, Tree work landscaping stumps rubbish removals hedges com weed spraying. Ph Eric 021 732 147 or 534 8797
Reducing Thinning Shaping Full removal Chipped onsite/removed Good rates Great refs Free quotes
Ph Murray
Qualified Arborist
534-7361, 292-8930 0274-767-746
BRANCH MANAGER
ALL TREE WORK Stump Grinding Fully Insured Free Mulch Ph Brett 533-0473 or 021-279-9118
PHIL’S TREE & STUMP GRINDING
All Tree Work - Fully Insured - Qualified Arborists Over 25yrs Exp. 535 9093 027 476 0246
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AFFORDABLE plastering. New work & alterations. Skimming, cove & gib fixing. Ph Phil 021 521 403
❏ Certified ❏ 23+ years experience ❏ New or Reno work ❏ Hot water cylinders
Spouting, Roofing, Hot Water Cylinder Repairs/Replacements, Drainage/Unblocking n ALL WORK HAS A WATER TIGHT GUARANTEE n WE RESPOND TO ALL CALLS! 24/7. Ph 534 5286
Ph: 0800 789 248
CATKIN
Grace Plumbing
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Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish
BUCKLANDS BEACH TILING, floor & wall tiling. Certified waterproofing. Stonemason by trade. 30 yrs exp. 021 031 1899.
FREE QUOTES - 24/7 Service 027 758 6437 - 361 6437 E: info@hpcplumbing.co.nz W: hpcplumbing.co.nz
535 1111 027 235 2517
Glory to God in the highest
CHRISTMAS SERVICES
Christmas Eve, Monday 24th December 5.00pm Children’s Service 11.00pm Candlelight Service Christmas Day, Tuesday 25th December 9.30am Family Service Sunday, 30th December
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OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC CHURCH
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One Lord One Faith One People Christmas Day Service 9.30am Cnr Wellington & Picton Sts For more information phone 534-5142
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No ServiCe Here – We are invited to attend St Columba in Botany at 9.30am which is a family friendly service with the children remaining with their parents. All services in January will be at 9.30am in the Sanctuary
CHRISTMAS SERVICES CHRISTMAS TIMETABLE 2018
Sunday 23 December 10am Family Worship
Tu e s d a y 2 5 D e c e m b e r
HOWICK
9:30am Christmas Day Service
Corner Picton Street & Parkhill Road CHRISTMAS EVE – Monday, Dec 24 Carols 6.00pm – Vigil Mass 6.30pm : Family Mass Carols 11.30pm – Mass Midnight CHRISTMAS DAY – Tuesday, Dec 25 Mass 9.00am only. Family Mass with Carols
Sunday 30 December 10am Family Worship
Monday 31 December 1 1 : 3 0 p m N e w Ye a r ' s E v e Watchnight Service
BEACHLANDS
Te Puru Community Centre, 954 Whitford-Maraetai Road CHRISTMAS EVE – Monday, Dec 24 Carols 6.30pm – Mass 7.00pm
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Christmas Services
ADAM OXLEY
ALL PAVING & Landscaping Great rates. Ph Richard 021 783 258 or 532 8939.
All tree and hedge work Rubbish removal Garden Clearouts Free Quotes Fully Insured
Phone Josh 021 074 8027
TILING
ADL PAVING & LANDSCAPING. Ph Adrian 027603-1919 or a/hrs 537-2345
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www.ecw.org.nz 273 9044 office@ecw.org.nz 219 Burswood Drive, off Ti Rakau
Join us for Christmas 2018 @ St Johns Dec 23 9:30am
Dec 23 @Dec 9:30 am 24 7:00pm 10:30pm Dec 24 7:00 pm 11:00pm 10:30 pm Dec 25 9:30am 11:00 pm
CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE 25 December 9:30am
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SERVICE TIMES
Lessons and Carols
Lessons and Carols Family Service Carol singing and Family Service for Christmas Worship Carol singing and forWorship Christmas Worship
CITIPOINTE CHURCH AUCKLAND Sunday 23 December – 10am Tuesday 25 December – Christmas Day, 9am Sunday 30 December – 10am Sunday 6 January, 2019 – Anointing Services, 10am
May your Christmas be blessed and Christ’s love surround you.
Dec 25 @ 9:30 am Worship May your Christmas be blessed and Christ’s love surround you. MP265454
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE 24 December 6:30pm
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Phone 534 2305 9 Rylock Pl, Pakuranga. Ph 577 1073. 245 Bucklands Beach Rd auckland@citipointechurch.com www.stjohnsbb.org.nz www.citipointechurch.com Email classifieds@times.co.nz .nz
Phone: 5342305
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Xpose your trade name the best way you can! Advertise locally! Advertise here! Ph 271 8055 or email: classifieds@times.co.nz
For Hot Water Cylinder Repairs
PAVING
Brett or Warren 534 3562 027 493 0181
A-CLASS TREE SERVICES
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Ph Wayne 273 5052 mobile 021 305 127
Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232
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All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area
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PAINTER Paperhanger. Free quotes, Pensioner discount. 30yrs exp. 535-3022
Free quotes Interior & exterior Quality work at affordable prices
Local Master Plumbers 24/7
arrowplumbing.nz
Prompt Reliable Service Bathrooms Kitchens General Maintenance Hot Water Cylinders Spouting & Roofing
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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PAINTER int/ext roof, free quote, qual work Korean Painters. Charlie 027 245 0807
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Ph 027 240 3145 or email steve.byrne@touchupguys.co.nz
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PAINTER Internal and external. 35 yrs exper in your area. Ph Roger Parker 021951634
WALLPAPERING specialist. Strip, hang, Ph Andrew 027 4600048 or 5244 111
Plumbing
0800 420 900
without the hassle! We are mobile and come to your home or work
and drainage Hot water cylinders Bathrooms, kitchens New and repairs
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Interior/exterior painting High quality workmanship Plastering Free quotes. Phone Kenny 021 897 445
Ph 0210 798 166
Bumper & Paint Repairs
TREE SERVICES
GARDEN Household & General, also garden work & waterblasting. Fast, friendly service. Ph Peter 021 393384
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PAINTER
Residential & Commercial Full warranty Free quotes 26 years’ experience
Handy Andy
If water or gas runs through it, we do it!
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ROOF PAINTING
HillCertifyingPlumbing plumbing, gas
PLUMBER All maint wrk, no job too small. Prompt service. Ph 535 9567 “The best repairs always go unnoticed”
RUBBISH REMOVALS
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PAINT 30 yrs + exp, tradesman. Interiors, exteriors, house washing and wallpaper hanging Ph Harold 021 658 222
PLUMBERS
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PAINTER Tradesman, interior/exterior. Immediate start. Phone 027 474 1875
A1 CHINESE PAINTERS
Interior/Exterior painting, Wallpaper stripping, Plasterboard fixing/stopping, Residential/Commercial High quality workmanship Ph Vincent 5339658 021-135 3388
PLUMBERS
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PAINTERS & DECORATORS
PLUMBERS
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0800 245 625 HOWICK LOCKSMITHS
PANELBEATING
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TREE SERVICES
BOATS FOR SALE
WATERBLASTING
DS TREES & Landscapes, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Ph Doug 021537171/537-8595
Your local exterior
021366615 / 0508932532
WINDOW CLEANING
UPHOLSTERERS
ALL WINDOWS, frames, sills, I will give a free quote today. Kevin 535 7321 or 027 496 9784
Good Used Furniture Household Goods • Clothing
Open 6 Days
$105 FITTED Ph 265 2941
HAYNE’S GLASS Special Conditions Apply
0800 677 467 Pick Up Service Available
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WATERBLASTING
PINKYS PET BOARDING AND GROOMING 4/302 Te Irirangi Dr, Botany South Ph 09 265 2865
Bookings available for Christmas
24 hours on site care
House Lots Retiring or Moving Overseas?
Call Us Now! 0800 677 467 09 576 1507
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Dog and Cat Boarding Dog Grooming Doggy Day Care Pick up/Drop off service Free day care with all grooms
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& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows 3 Domestic & commercial 3 Low pressure bio-wash 3 Professional presentation
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Deceased Estate
E: pinkys.boarding@xtra.co.nz - www.pinkys.co.nz 3 Specialist waterblasting
in good condition
$$$
HOWICK / BOTANY Commercial, Social office space required. 185sqm 200sqm. Ph 271 8029.
HOUSES FOR SALE
Furniture Wanted
Pick Up Service Available
Drums Guitar Bass Guitar Piano Keyboard Clarinet Saxophone Ph Ph:021 021879 879870 870
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 LET CLARKS BEACH, 2 houses for rent, 3 brm upstairs w/view sky tower $350pwk and 3.5 brm, new kitchen, stroll to beach $460pwk. Phone 0274 929 773
Enrol now for 2019 Music lEssons
Howick Youth Orchestra & Concert Bands Saturdays and Tuesdays at Pakuranga Intermediate Violin Guitar Piano Saxophone Flute Cello Clarinet Oboe Drums Trumpet Trombone French Horn Bassoon Music for 5-6 year olds
PIANO - KEYBOARD GUITAR - VIOLIN VOICE - DRUMS LESSONS FROM $20 Private, professional,affordable. Competitions, practical and theory exams. We have teachers in your area. (Est 63 yrs)
music@hsm.co.nz www.hsm.co.nz
KIDS KARATE
0800 696 874
NZ Modern School of Music www.modernmusic.co.nz
Kids afternoons Adults evenings Contact Hiroshi 534 1776 (h) 021 060 6006 (m)
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171 Moore St. Howick 0274 760 577 easterncovercentre.co.nz
WANTED TO BUY
WANTED TO LEASE
Music LESSONS Lessons MUSIC
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PETS
We purchase good quality house/flat and estate lots. Smaller lots also. Ask about our comprehensive clearout package. 25 years experience. Phone 09 532 9204 or 027 479 8942
Transit Traders Ltd
9 Ben Lomond Cres
CAT DOORS
BUYING
DRUM tuition, beg-adv. Prof tutor Ph: 535-8170
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Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs
We sell:
Furniture • Household Goods Antiques • Quality Used Clothing
We accept donations of:
PETS
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WINDOWS in/out, exterior housewash, gutter clearing. Exp operator. Phone Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 / 530 8136
CASH PAID, for Cars/ Trucks, Van/Utes/4x4s/Motorhomes & Machinery,Avail 24-hrs, Ph/Txt Ali 021 344 449 or 0800 333 398
FIREWOOD, Ti Tree, Hot mix, Phone Darryl Green Earths 273 9520
WANTED to buy gold silver damaged & unwanted jewellery. We pay cash for old gold & silver items. Highland Park Jewellers. Shop, 1 Highland Park Shopping Centre Ph 537-5656
TUITION
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• House Wash (soft wash) • Building Wash • Decks, Drives, Fences • Gutter Clean • Roof Treatment For a free quote call
CARS AND TRUCKS WANTED
CEDAR Wood Front double door. Please call 021 297 1191 for further information
TUITION
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Cleaning Specialists CD255813
TREES stump grinding specialist. Great prices, Est. 1967. Prompt Serv. Ph/ txt Terry 027 4989080 or 530 8741
MARKLINE 800 8mtrs long, 165 diesel, Stern drive, sleeps 6 fully serviced, ready to go back in water. To view Ph 535 9719
WANTED TO BUY
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TREES stump grinding specialist. Est. 1967. Prompt. Free quotes. Ph/txt Terry 027 4989080 or 530 8741.
FOR SALE
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ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500
To advertise phone 271 8055 or email: classifieds@times.co.nz It’s here you’ll get results You can browse the latest papers online www.times.co.nz
Christmas Services
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Christmas Eve 6.00pm Children’s Crib Service come dressed as your favourite Christmas character or use our costumes
11.00pm Midnight Communion
Christmas Day
“Seeing lives transformed by Christ’s saving power. Being a community of hope, love and care.”
All services
7.30am Christmas Communion include activities 9.30am All-Age Communion for children 11.15am Christmas Communion (Selwyn Church)
St Paul’s in the Park Christmas Services
17 Selwyn Road, Howick; Tel. 534 6864
This year we will be holding the following services Christmas Eve: Family Holy Communion Service 6.00pm Holy Communion Service 11.00pm Christmas Day: Holy Communion Service at 9.00am Visitors all very welcome
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Howick Pakuranga Methodist Parish
TRINITY METHODIST CHURCH 474 Pakuranga Road
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CHRISTMAS SERVICES
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Reverend Warner Wilder, Priest in Charge. St Paul’s in the Park, 141 Chapel Road, Flat Bush
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Sunday 23rd December: 10am – The lovely and traditional Nine Lessons & Carols service Monday 24th December: 7pm – Christmas Eve service with Holy Communion Tuesday 25th December: 9.30am – Christmas Day Family service Sunday 30th December: 10am – Sunday morning service Monday 31st December: 11.15pm – Night Watch service, light refreshment to follow All Welcome MP265444
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CLASSIFIEDS MARK WAKEFIELD BDS KIRI WAKEFIELD BDS
Season’s Greetings to our Valued Clients We will close Friday 21 December 2018 and reopen Monday 7 January 2019 6 Walter MacDonald St, Howick. Ph 534 7465
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Season’s Greetings from the team at SOS Appliance Repairs
DENTISTS
☎ 533 6954
www.sos-appliance-repairs.co.nz
Servicing all major brands of Whiteware appliances Wishing All My Clients a Safe and Happy Holiday
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We would like to thank our valued clients for trusting us to look after their furry friends
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Look forward to seeing you in 2019 Dog and Cat Boarding Dog Grooming Doggy Day Care
PINKYS PET BOARDING AND GROOMING 4/302 Te Irirangi Dr, Botany South Ph 09 265 2865
535 1111 027 235 2517
ADAM OXLEY Certifying Plumber
09 274 0999
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CCTV ACCESS CONTROL New Zealand’s Leading Locksmith and Alarm Specialists
From the staff at
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CCTV Season ’s Greetings
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WINDOW STAYS THIS SUMMER
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Wishes students and parents Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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Classes begin 9th February 2019 Enrol now – affordable music tuition www.hsm.co.nz | Email: music@hsm.co.nz DE264801
We wish our clients a very Merry Christmas, and a safe and happy New Year
Merry Christmas
to our customers. Thank you for your continued support and we wish you a successful 2019
17c Aberfeldy Ave, Highland Park Ph 537 4641 DE265057
We wish all patients a Merry Christmas and safe holiday. We will be closed from December 21, 2018 and reopening January 7, 2019
Thank you for your support throughout the year. Phone: 576 7676 Email: reception@frasersmithlowe.co.nz For all your Dental products visit: www.toothshop.co.nz
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from the Times Classified Team Our office closes 4pm, Thursday, December 20 and re-opens 8:30am, Monday, January 14, 2019
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Home Visits - Professional, Gentle Care
Marlena Stewart, NZ Trained Nurse Ph 533 1150 - 021 186 5496
BOTANY DOCTORS
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Christmas / New Year hours
For emergencies contact Eastcare, 260 Botany Rd. Ph 277 1516
Ph 536 4220, 027 451 9285 | E: breastcare.essentials@gmail.com www.breastcareessentials.co.nz Book now for that perfect look for Christmas
Have a safe, happy Christmas and New Year Marcus, Cath, Ann, Jo, Eden & Kurt
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Susan Doig “your local specialist Fitter for Breast care prostheses Bras & swimwear”
• New Builds • Alterations / Extensions • Renovations / Reclads
316 Ti Rakau Drive Botany (Inside Ti Rakau Accident & Medical Centre) Phone (09) 273 8911 email: info@tirakaudental.co.nz - www.tirakaudental.co.nz ACCIDENT AND EMERGENCY CARE A PRIORITY
• Decks / Fencing • Pools / Landscaping • Bathrooms / Kitchens
For a quote contact: www.keithhunterbuilders.co.nz
Second Hand furniture and household donations are gratefully accepted
We wish you all a
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No surcharge for after hours & public holidays Quality family dentistry at affordable prices General and cosmetic dental care 5% discount for Gold Card holders Free treatment for adolescents Accident and emergency care a priority Orthodontics Southern Cross Health Provider
Ph 021 939 253 | e keith@keithhunterbuilders.co.nz
BRADSHAW PLUMBING
Phone 527 3053 or 268 1007 Terry 0272 922 708 or Alywn 0274 743 505 E: captaincook@xtra.co.nz
THE ORIGINAL PET DOOR SPECIALISTS
0800 88 0800 www.petdoorsrus.co.nz
Open every day except Christmas
Our emphasis is on quality and professionalism
Bathroom and Kitchen Specialists
Bathroom & kitchen alterations HWC installation & repairs Watermain problems Burst Water Pipes Toilet Replacement & repairs Shower mixer problems Vanity, Basin installation Leaking Tap problems/installation Connecting dishwashers, ice fridges, etc. Replacing Faulty & Leaking Valves No job too small - Discount for Gold Card Holders
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Your home deserves only the best
Please have prescription orders in by Thursday, 20 Dec They must be collected by 4pm Friday, 21 Dec
after breast surgery
Micro Chip Pet Feeders
Certified Builder & Licensed Building Practitioner
We close 4pm Friday, 21 Dec 2018 Reopen Monday 7 Jan 2019
Breast Care Fitting
Ideal Christmas gift
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Trees are our business from reducing, thinning, shaping, chipped, and stumpgrinding onsite or removed. Good rates, references and free quotes. Phone Murray 534 7361 or 0274 767 746
“Proudly Serving East Auckland for more than 20 years” Quality family dentistry at affordable prices
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“All about Trees”
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Merry Christmas
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For that special present, gift vouchers are available
Closing 20 December 2018 - Reopening 14 January 2019 For a free quote contact Drewe 027 539 9851 or 0800 432 7242 drewe@fasciaandspouting.co.nz www.fasciaandspouting.co.nz
I take this opportunity to wish my clients a safe, happy Christmas and prosperous New Year
from Alie and Greg Happy and safe holidays, We’re open over the holiday season and here if you need us
FOCUS ON FEET
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Wishes you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Merry Chris
Wishing you and your pets a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Pick-up Service available Phone 576 1507 9 Ben Lomond Cres Pakuranga www.eastgatecc.org.nz
The team at Harts would like to wish all their clients a very Merry Christmas and a happy & prosperous New Year Our office will close at midday on Friday 21 December and re-open 8am Monday 7 January 2019
Level 1, 320 Ti Rakau Dr, East Tamaki Phone 09 272 400 • Email harts@harts.co.nz www.harts.co.nz CD265366
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We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
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ifeguards and siblings Taylor and Hogan Shrimpton have come back from the Lifesaving World Championships in Australia with numerous podium finishes. Taylor, 23, and brother Hogan, 25, have been volunteer lifeguards at Sunset Beach Lifeguard Service in Port Waikato for the past eight years. Hogan is an electrician and Taylor is working as a civil engineer in Manukau. They went to Point View Primary and then Sancta Maria College. They competed at the Lifesaving World Championships in Adelaide, from November 29 to December 1. Taylor was selected as part of the NZ Women’s IRB (Inflatable Rescue Boat) team and Hogan in the NZ Men’s IRB team. IRB racing is a series of simulated IRB rescue scenarios with slight variations. The NZ women’s team results were:
■ 2nd Tube Rescue ■ 2nd Mass Rescue ■ 1st Single Rescue The NZ men’s team results were:
■ 1st Tube Rescue ■ 1st Mass Rescue ■ 2nd Single Rescue
Both teams combined for the Teams race:
■ 1st Teams Rescue
Overall National points:
■ 1st New Zealand ■ 2nd Australia ■ 3rd Great Britain
Locals Taylor Shrimpton (front, second from left) and brother Hogan Shrimpton (back, right) and the NZ team. Photo supplied
Following the international competition there was an interclub competition where the brother-sister duo represented Sunset Beach. Her team won the mass rescue race and the single rescue race and came forth in the tube rescue race and teams race in the women’s division. “This was our first time competing at the Lifesaving World Champs so we did not know what to expect,” said Taylor. “To come away with the results we did is absolutely incredible. It was an awesome feeling to have all our training and hard work rewarded. “We had an amazing network of support and we are glad we made them proud. We hope that our efforts encourage others to develop and recognise the skills of lifeguards as our sport is all about improving our rescue capabilities and keeping everyone safe at the beach.”
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Parker skating on thin ice Having knocked out American Mexican Alexander Flores in Christchurch on Saturday night, former WBO world heavyweight champion Joseph Parker was lucky not to have been disqualified. Three punches below the belt hurt Flores before Parker delivered the coup de grace in the third round with a vicious barrage that earned the KO. Looking bigger and stronger, he had boxed smart, leading with a sharp left jab and scoring with a powerful right cross and some sharp rips to the body. In was a big improvement on his listless London points loss to Dillian Whyte although Flores lacked Whyte’s mongrel aggressiveness. However coach Kevin Barry’s high risk strategy encouraging Parker to hit sparring partners in the groin could backfire with a disqualification when fighting abroad. It’s akin to skating on thin ice and contravenes the Marquis of Queensbury rules that encourages a civilised aspect to what many consider a brutal but fascinating sport. However working at increasing Parker’s strength and stamina is necessary if he is to be competitive against the big brutes that include Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder, Tyson Fury and Whyte.
Meanwhile popular former Warriors and Kiwis wing Manu Vatuvei looks an exciting boxing prospect after having KOd Dave ‘ The Brown Butterbean’ Letele in 28 seconds in his pro debut against an opponent having his 20th. At 32, Vatuvei may not be the force he once was on the rugby league field but there was enormous power in the right uppercut he delivered to the hapless Letele’s jaw in the ring. Unlike most novices he punches correctly and with impressive timing, suggesting he could be a major drawcard with fans who have grown to love his self-deprecating nature. We have yet to see the defensive skills he will need against better fighters than Letele who, however, is no patsie. Meanwhile he is wise to insist he should make haste slowly. There is talk about matching Vatuvei against Cronulla Shark, Paul Gallen, aged 37. But I’d prefer to see the more experienced Sonny Bill Williams have first crack at the tough Aussie. Meanwhile Steve Hansen’s announcement that he would retire as head coach of the All Blacks after the 2019 World Cup came as no surprise. Nor that he claimed his assistant Ian Foster would make a good successor. Foster has obviously learned a lot since his unsuccessful tenure as Chiefs coach before Dave
Agnew’s Angle
Rennie took them to two Super Rugby titles. His advantage is he has knowledge of the current crop of players with whom he has a mutual trust. Unfortunately champion Ireland coach Joe Schmidt won’t be a candidate for the job despite retiring from his current one after the World Cup. However there are plenty of other outstanding prospects, among them Rennie, Warren Gatland, Vern Cotter, Jamie Joseph, Tony Brown, Chris Boyd and Scott Robertson who has lead the Crusaders to Super Rugby glory in his two years in the job. While Fred Allen was unbeaten in his tenure as coach of 14 tests, I agree with those critics who claim Hansen to be the greatest in a harder international environment. I also think he learned a lot from Graham Henry after both served tough international apprenticeships with Wales. But he has become his own man and one always ready to acknowledge the contributions of his assistants. ■ Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer and author
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