Howick and Pakuranga Times, May 3, 2018

HANDLING YOUR JEWELLERY WITH EXPERIENCE AND CARE

OPEN 7 DAYS 8am-8pm ★ Brand new machines ★ Quick Service

3/60 Ti Rakau Dr, Pakuranga

SINCE 1984

(Next to Tai Ping Supermarket)

A NAME YOU CAN TRUST! Thursday, May 3, 2018

PHONE 576 6952

Est. 1972

JH9902-V5

Howick and Pakuranga

CP0335

09 534 7404 | 59 Picton Street, Howick villagejeweller.co.nz

Vol 47, No 18

General 271 8000 ■ Classified 271 8055 ■ Delivery Enquiries 271 8000 ■ Website www.times.co.nz

Lucky escape for boy after manhole scare

By KELLY TEED

Dylan McKenzie didn’t see the manhole was there and fell 4.4 metres.

Times photo Wayne Martin

An 11-year-old boy is lucky to be alive and relatively unscathed after falling down an uncovered manhole in Botany.

Dylan McKenzie was playing with friends at Logan Carr Reserve on Kilkenny Drive with a group of friends when he saw a sheet of plywood on the ground.

He picked it up with the aim of using it to make a hut with his friends; however he didn’t see the hole underneath.

“I didn’t know the manhole was there... then I fell 4.4 metres but didn’t break anything except my phone and I sprained my wrist,” says Dylan.

He recounts the events bravely now, but Dylan’s mother Paula McKenzie says the experience was traumatising for her son.

“He was actually really scared. He was having a sleepover at a friend’s house...when they got back to the house they rung me and said ‘can you come and pick me up’?

“He was scared of going to sleep the next couple of nights because of the dark...you can imagine how dark it would have been down there with a tiny bit of light just up ➤ Turn to Page 3 the top.”

East gets a taste from $28b transport plans

By THERESE HENKIN

A

$28 billion transport investment to fix Auckland’s transport network has been unveiled and east Auckland has not been forgotten.

The AMETI Eastern Busway and a transport corridor connecting the airport with Botany are among

those projects mentioned in the Auckland Transport Alignment Project (ATAP) package, which aims to transform our city. However little is mentioned about the plans for the East West Link and only one stage of the Mill Road transport corridor has been confirmed. Transport Minister Phil Twyford says the $28b plan will “help ease the awful

congestion that has been caused by a decade of under-investment”.

Botany MP and National transport spokesperson Jami-Lee Ross says the ATAP announcement contains “very little that is new” and, in effect, is a re-announcement of most of what the former National Government was doing.

“The key differences are that

We are dedicated to your personal well-being through dental health

Simeon Brown MP for Pakuranga

• Teeth whitening • All ceramic tooth filling materials using CerecAC omnicam, 3D technology • Permanent tooth replacements with dental implants • For gum health and maintenance call our hygienist Shelley Chadwick • All aspects of general dentistry

Feel free to contact me anytime.

KC12142

Make the right choice about your dental care

Evening appointments available Call us now on 530 8461 or 530 8271, Whitford Village, Whitford

there is a new tax being put in place, trams are planned for Dominion Road, East West Link has been canned in its present form, and Mill Road is only a halfway-house option compared to what we would have been doing,” he says.

“On Mill Road specifically, National was going to designate that corridor as a four lane state

Rick Parfitt B.D.S. Dr Alex Lindsay B.D.S. Dr Antonia Nagels B.D.S. Fernanda Flores R.D.H. Shelley Chadwick R.D.H.

A

120a Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

P

09 572 0000

E

PakurangaMP@parliament.govt.nz

W

simeonbrown.national.org.nz

Funded by the Parliamentary Service and authorised by S Brown, 120a Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga.

KC13132

highway and build it without the need for ratepayer contributions.

That is a saving of $500million for the council.”

Ross says he is pleased that the Eastern Busway is a continued priority for Auckland, despite being dropped down the list in favour of trams on Dominion Road. ➤ Turn to Page 5

www.times.co.nz

2 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

Stockade Hill - the final hearing T

he final battle for Stockade Hill and our precious views took place on Friday April 27 in the Fencible Lounge of the Howick Library building.

This is the fourth year of Howick Ratepayers and Residents Association’s battle for Stockade Hill, and the second day of the hearings on Council’s Plan Change 3.

Many people believe that the issue of Stockade Hill views were sorted out some time ago. Alas, that is not the case.

Last year the council agreed to make

changes to protect the views but this required two changes to the Unitary Plan’s Mixed Housing Urban area and two further hearings.

This opened up the an opportunity for those those both agreeing with and those disagreeing with the council’s decision to be heard equally On Friday the Fencible Lounge was packed to capacity with supporters wanting our iconic views retained.

Howick Ratepayers and Residents Association had prepared 40 pages of

TIMESWORD

Est. 1972

PUZZLE NO. 7856

1

FREE

6

5

Ph 09 271 8000

8 9

NEWS ROOM Editor Nick Krause 09 271 8040 editor@times.co.nz

11

ADVERTISING Display 09 271 8068 info@times.co.nz Classifieds 09 271 8055 classifieds@times.co.nz

16

12

10

13 14

15

17

18 19

DISTRIBUTION papers@times.co.nz

22

23

20

21

24

A table top 3D model was unveiled showing the barricade effect of proposed higher density buildings on the views from the lower parts of Stockade Hill.

Photo Andries Popping

25 26

facebook.com/ TimesOnlineNZ

27

Published weekly on Thursday Printed by Beacon Print and delivered weekly to 34,060 homes.

Published by Times Newspapers Ltd, Botany Town Centre. PO Box 259 243, Botany, Auckland 2163, NZ

Read the news online

www.times.co.nz

ADVERTISERS The 2015 Nielsen Media Trends Report shows community newspapers have more readers a week in NZ than daily newspapers

K

NZ READERSHIP ACROSS A WEE

56% DAILY NEWSPAPER

COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

4

7

– thanks to our advertisers!

62%

3

2

Get on trend! Grow your customers, build your sales and profits with us. Phone 271 8068, email sales@times.co.nz Source: Nielsen Survey 01-04-2014 15+. All people NZ 15+. Readership across a week comparison Community v Daily newspaper.

1.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

14.

16.

19.

22.

24.

25.

26.

27.

ACROSS Try (4) Sea (9) Want (4) Boast (4) Cut (4) Fish (4) Reverse (10) Rodent (10) Essential (4) Handle (4) Exhibit (4) Resound (4) Warship (4-5) Eager (4)

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

12.

13.

15.

17.

18.

20.

21.

23.

DOWN Pick-me-up (5) Curse (5) Vegetable (6) Small person (6) Aid (4) Spiteful (9) Medical complaint (9) Hurt (4) Cheese (4) Soldier (6) Robber (6) Relative (5) Prickle (5) Hike (4)

CRYPTIC ACROSS 1. Agrees with the son and daughter in turn (4). 7, As far as I’m concerned, why I’m joining in the share-out (3,2,4). 8. Object to the warning to be on guard (4). 9. Called back to find her in (4). 10. Nonsense! It’s a computer (4). 11. Fill with snow to the brim (4). 14. Aren’t put on to go out, it seems (10). 16. It’s very important to get the mood (10). 19. Snide remarks about the accommodation? (4). 22. Realise you have been introduced to (4). 24. A second indication that everything’s all right (4).

25. Was an entertainer of French blood (4). 26. You call home to give it (5,4). 27. Parking requires a great deal of land (4).

CRYPTIC DOWN 1. Mines exploded somewhere in France (5). 2. After the outcry, skedaddle with the dog (5). 3. Arrive and make yourself a cigarette (4,2). 4. Say you’re a couple and ruin everything! (6). 5.

Bit the dog? (4). 6. Angry, bring the amended list in (9). 12. He pesters Hill, the advisor (9). 13. Paper buttons (4). 15. Want in the end to change a note (4). 17. Be there at ten on the day (6).

18. Pay with a spurious coin myself (6). 20. After the break-out, nail about fifty altogether (2,3). 21. See this key goes in upsidedown (5). 23. Knowing it’s one and three-quarters, about (4).

evidence to present to the commissioners pointing out the importance of retaining the 360 degree views for all the thousands of people who signed our petition and rejecting the limited viewshaft now proposed by council in their latest Plan Change.

This change created a new limited viewshaft giving limited protection to the views from the Rotary toposcope only between Flat Island and Rangitoto, and removed protection for views from Ridge Road as you enter Howick.

The local people told Auckland Council very clearly that maintenance of the Stockade Hill amenity along with its wide sea views, the views entering the village from Ridge Road and the views over the surrounding countryside with its heritage associations, and the views of our volcanic cones are important for their social, economic and cultural wellbeing as prescribed by the Resource Management Act. Photos of the magnificent views and the Anzac Day celebrations

told the graphic tale.

A specialist landscape architect who corroborated our evidence was employed. We can only hope that the commissioners will heed our evidence. This is a big outlay and as HRRA relies totally on $10 subscriptions, we do need sponsors to help with such expenses and we need lots more people to join us. (send subscriptions to ASB Highland Park Account number 12-30890123712-00).

And do not forget your name and email (please send details to Howickrra@gmail.com).

Our presentation was followed by a passionate plea by Janet Dickson. She went back over the last few years of our battle for Stockade Hill and how the MHU (Mixed Housing Urban) Zone was unfairly imposed on this area of Howick.

This was followed by a mov-

Answers under Public Notices in the Classifieds section.

Amazing New Eye Treatment Reduces fine lines, puffiness and dark circles (and a great natural alternative to fillers and Botox) Free eyelash tint or eyebrow shape!

Come and try this incredible treatment for

ONLY $35 Leigh Phillips 7/37 Moore Street, Howick

Phone/Text Leigh 021 837 722

For personal, professional service to all districts at all hours.

HELPING YOU MAKE YOUR FINAL FAREWELL A SPECIAL ONE.

Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy. The caring team at Howick Funeral Home will be there for you. We offer 24 hours, 7 days a week service so that no matter what the situation, we will be there to help.

Contact us today to discuss your options and find out what we can do to make a difficult time that much simpler. Our range of services covers everything you need to make the process easy, from funeral planning to grief councilling. We’ll do everything we can to make your final farewell a happy one.

New Zealand owned & operated

35 Wellington St Howick Phone 534 7300

www.howickfuneralhome.nz

AVAILABLE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK

JH12871

Howick’s most experienced Beauty Therapist and Electrologist with over 29 years’ of caring for clients.

JH13928

This told the tale as nothing else could.

ing real estate style video with arrows indicating both the existing building heights and the shocking loss of views from the higher building heights proposed

by Council under Plan Change 3. Then, as a masterstroke, a scale model of Stockade Hill was unveiled showing the barricade effect of proposed higher density buildings on the views from the lower parts of Stockade Hill.

This told the tale as nothing else could.

It was crystal clear that implementing council’s intensification plans will ruin Stockade Hill views in perpetuity.

A standing ovation followed!

We now await the commissioner’s final decisions in June, after they have heard the council’s final evidence, and the reply from Housing Corporation who are arguing against any extension of view protection and demanding the retention of intensification capacity.

Gayleen Mackereth Chairperson Howick Ratepayers and Residents Association

www.times.co.nz

GMT kicks off new projects G

oodman Property Trust (GMT), the stock exchangelisted company which owns Highbrook Business Park, has commenced two new industrial projects totalling $54.1 million.

Utilising almost four hectares of development land, the preleased facilities will add 19,467sq m of rentable area to the portfolio and generate over $3.3 million of annual income

once completed.

The new commitments add to the large volume of work currently underway with the total value of these projects now $233m.

Goodman (NZ) Limited’s chief executive officer John Dakin said it continues the strong momentum of the last 18-24 months and further progresses the rapid build-out of our strategic land holdings.”

The projects include: ■■ A design-built warehouse facility of 14,050sq m for Australasian packaging specialist NCI at Savill Link in Otahuhu ■■ A 5417sq m warehouse expansion for national carrier and existing customer, Move Logistics at Highbrook Business Park.

Excluding land allocations, the two projects require additional investment of $39.5 million.

“Regional growth and the impact of online retailing is driving demand for well-located industrial and business space facilities across Auckland,” Dakin said.

“With portfolio occupancy of 99% we are effectively at capacity. To alleviate the supply shortfall we are intensifying our development programme with a combination of build-to-lease and design-built facilities.”

High School Musical comes to Pakuranga A hot favourite with thousands of tweens all over the world, the upbeat and Disney High School Musical comes to Pakuranga College On May 9-12, Pakuranga College will host four shows of this year’s production of the Disney Channels hit movie, High School Musical On Stage.

High School Musical centres on the main characters Troy, the star athlete at a smalltown high school, who falls for academic beauty Gabriella at a holiday karaoke party.

When they return to campus, Troy and Gabriella audition for the upcoming school musical.

Meanwhile, the jealous Sharpay conspires to squelch their chances.

The contemporary musical is full of catchy, entertaining songs plus lots of colour, song, dance and laughs.

Year 13 student Jehann Daruwalla who plays Troy, the lead in the musical says that he has grown up watching the movie. “When I heard that our school production this year was going to be HSM, I thought I would have a go and audition.

“The challenge of accepting the lead role in this production is exciting as I identify with the character Troy Bolton. He is an athlete whose main focus is on sports but he also wants to try out something different and he auditions for his school play.”

There was a great turn out for auditions and the main cast members braved the cold after the recent stormy weather for their very first photo shoot.

Lucy Jackson, who plays

All in it together are (left to right) William Perkins, Rain Santillan, Jehann Daruwalla, Shervonne Grierson, Lucy Photo supplied Jackson and Blake Jackson.

Sharpay says: “The audience can expect a show and a half, full of surprises, laughs and giggles, moments where you cringe and feel bad for the characters. I love my character, because she’s the mean girl. I’d only ever played quirky or nice characters, so it’s definitely hard to play the opposite.

“It is easy for me to play a character that fakes confidence because she is secretly insecure —-and that’s just a normal high school student.”

Shows will be held on Wednesday May 9, 7pm, Thursday May 10, 7pm, Friday May 11, 7pm and Saturday May 12 at 7pm as the Pakuranga College Hall.

Tickets on sale now. There will be no door sales.

■■ To find out more go to www.pakuranga.school.nz/ highschoolmusicaltickets

Playing the lead roles in High School Musical are Shervonne Grierson and Jehann Daruwalla.

FREE orthodontic consultation

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 3

Boy escapes manhole ➤➤From page 1 The Somerville Intermediate student said there was yellow warning tape around a nearby tree but he didn’t see it as he approached the plywood from the back of the tree.

Ms McKenzie says Auckland Council was “fantastic” upon learning of the incident, but told her they had no job references logged with the site and were not responsible for the temporary fix of plywood and warning tape – which begs the question, who was?

“Why didn’t they call the council and report it? Plywood is obviously not a solution.”

She says when Dylan initially told her about the fall, she took it with a grain of salt.

“I thought surely it can’t have been that deep but he took us to the park the next day and showed us and I just wanted to cry thinking ‘oh my god, you fell down that?!’”

Auckland Council has since retro-fitted the manhole Dylan fell down with a safety grille and replaced the cast iron lid on top.

In an email to Ms McKenzie, the council reassured her precautions had been put in place to prevent future incidents.

“The particular manhole in Logan Carr Reserve, Howick is in a secluded area under a large tree on the edge of the bush-clad gully that flows through the reserve. The manhole is approximately 4.4m deep. A pipe 875mm diameter passes through the manhole and its outlet to the watercourse is 13m away in the bush.

“We do not know how the lid was removed, however our contractor discovered plywood over the opening and caution tape around the tree. The cast iron lid has been re-installed and a safety grille fitted beneath the lid. Two more manholes on the large diameter pipes in the reserve will also be retrofitted with safety grilles.

“In 2013 and 2014 the council assessed its manhole assets through a specially developed risk profiling system which identified approximately 600 manholes for inspection. These were inspected, and many were found already to have been made safer by having more secure lids or safety grilles fitted, and 421 more across Auckland were fitted with these same safety treatments,” the email said.

Both Dylan and Mum are aware it could have been so much worse.

In October 2009, two-year-old Aisling Symes was found dead after falling down a stormwater drain in west Auckland a week after she was reported missing from her home.

While it’s a tough loss for Dylan losing his phone which he saved up his paper run money to buy his own cell phone, they’re in no doubt that he’s had a very lucky escape.

■■ Auckland Council has a 24/7 call centre where missing or displaced manholes should be reported immediately. Call 301 0101.

Poverty isn’t always easy to see

For New Patients, if you bring in this advert before May 31, 2018

We see adults and children of all ages.

Early assessment at any age is recommended.

Mother’s Day ay Sunday 13th M

You can help end poverty.

You can help end poverty.

739 Chapel Rd Botany Downs

family dentists

JH12851-V7

Call us now 272-8182

Poverty isn’t always easy to see in New Zealand, but it’s all around us—in our communities and our neighbourhoods, behind the doors of family homes, down alleyways at night, and even in the workplace.

But it’s everywhere, in every city and every town. And these people need your help— not only to survive, but to lift themselves out of poverty forever and live independent, happy lives.

Sometimes it’s hidden because the thousands of people living in poverty don’t want you to see it, for fear of being judged or ostracised.

Other times it’s because people choose not to see it—after all, how could a country as beautiful and prosperous as New Zealand have so many people living day-to-day in poverty, often not knowing where their next meal is coming from?

The Salvation Army helps over 120,000 Kiwis each year, working to lift them out of poverty by providing a range of short and long-term support and guidance to those in crisis.

We’re committed to ending poverty in New Zealand, but we can’t do it alone. You can make a difference to those in need, because seeing poverty is not enough—we must act now.

Donate now and help end poverty

salvationarmy.org.nz

Contact us by phone or just call in to order yours now.

We deliver Auckland wide.

Ph 534 6662 • 72 Vincent St, Howick vincentstflowers@gmail.com

JH13923

Remember 1918: 100 years on

Photos Wayne Martin

The Times wishes to share some more photos from last week’s Anzac day (also see page 11). We also feature below a taste of the winning essay (full version online) read at the Civic Service and a lovely poem read at the Dawn Ceremony.

JH10924

Oh, the rains One to kill on impact The other a creeping barrage of droplets But is it water at all For water is triumphant Roaring like a crowd Not the final blow or slow sinking feeling Not the thick, crumby sludge it tows

OPEN MAY

Ethan McCormick

A

t the outbreak of World War One, New Zealand marched off enthusiastically to a war that was supposed to be finished

by Christmas. 1918 was in stark contrast to this ideal, and while Gallipoli and the battles that followed forged our identity as a nation, I think that the war’s

Register NOW for a Campus Tour in May. M AY

M AY

M AY

M AY

9

16

23

30

Wednesdays

BR-j9852

Now it is the ship floater A salty brine of widow’s tear A disease that hides and lingers Upon soldier’s breath A watery, bitter aftertaste The rains Oh, the rains

Samuel Scanlan of Howick Intermediate School was selected to read a poem based on World War I at the Anzac Day Dawn Service at Stockade Hill.

Samuel Scanlan

Please register to attend saintkentigern.com JH13758-V2

Need a hearing aid Offer includes: Full Audiological Assessment, all fitting and follow up charges

Well now you can!

Digital hearing aids from $500*

scars, the stories, the fight and the human sacrifice. A time to remember the rains, the ships, the widows, and the bitter aftertaste- all but items in a collection that was 1918.

Lest we forget.

By Ethan McCormick, Year 11, Howick College

Lay Down My Brother

9:00am start

but can’t afford it?

end also changed our outlook.

We were no longer the innocent, young nation we had been, but had grown older in a way. We had lost this innocence, we had now experienced war’s cost.

Today, 100 years on, is a time of remembrance. A time to remember the pain, the grief, the

Lay down my dear brother, lay down for rest, Lay down your once bruised chest, For once we were at war, But now we are at peace, Lest we forget.

The cross symbolises where you are laid, Where brothers had now been made, And the fighting shall be no more, From the troubling hills, to the soft sea shore, Lest we forget.

Throughout all the day you fought so hard, But take a rest, for your head is now scared, You lie in peace, for here on forward, And now you are honoured, Lest we forget.

When letters were sent, letters of love, We give you a letter, that is a dove, For now, your once wounded brothers and friends, Now lies in peace, with no end, Lest we forget.

For here now, you lie in peace On the hilltops in our land, And on the soft sandy beach, Where you first arrived on the sand, Lest we forget.

The poppies were planted where you lie, To let us sit next to you, and sigh.

We look back, and see fighting and war, But now we are brothers, and the war is no more, Lest we forget.

Once we were frightened, and we were scared, But be troubled no more, for now you are cared, On the hills, fighting to take control, But now there is peace for all, Lest we forget.

Lay down my brother, lay down for rest, Lay down your once bruised chest, For once we were at war, But now we are at peace, And we will forever say, LEST WE FORGET.

Conditions apply

*

A1 Hearing is a family-owned practice, started 20 years ago by sisters Trish and Clare.

We provide honest advice about your hearing to ensure you have a hearing aid to suit your lifestyle and budget.

Call us today to book a free hearing test and assessment 6 Wallace Road PAPATOETOE ph 09 278 1021 425A Dominion Road MT EDEN ph 09 630 7179 215 Wairau Road GLENFIELD ph 09 475 9849 SC3838

➤ More Anzac Day photos on Page 11

www.a1hearing.co.nz

Botany 280 Botany Rd

Dannemora 345 Chapel Road Pakuranga 290 Ti Rakau Dr

Howick 219 Moore St

Best of Fresh for Less www.fruitworld.co.nz

Bananas

2.49

$

kg

3.99

SC3788-V17

1.99

$

r

o ad

u

Ec

Ezy Peel Seedless Mandarins

$

Jumbo Green Kiwifruit

Stringless Mangoes

800g bag

ea

Capsicums (all colours)

1.99

$

½kg bag

2.49

$

ru

Pe

1.69

1.79

$

1kg bag

Fresh Leeks

$

Yummy Granny Smith Apples

bunch

kg

2 Litre Cow & Gate Milk

5.90

$

for

2

Normal opening hours 7.30am to 6.30pm – All specials available until closing time Sun 6th May or while stock lasts

HPT03/05

8 1021

www.times.co.nz

4 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 5

Transport budget reaches east ➤➤From page 1 He says the new link between the airport and Botany has always been a long term project.

“When the Manukau City Council built Te Irirangi Drive it was made deliberately wide to accommodation a busway in the future.”

Auckland Transport’s chief infrastructure officer Greg Edmonds says the release of ATAP brings more clarity for the public about how AMETI Eastern Busway sits within the strategic network and future plans for connecting Botany with Puhinui.

AMETI Eastern Busway was identified as a long planned critical project that expands Auckland’s rapid transit network from Panmure to Botany.

Some $1.2 billion has been allocated to the project which will start with construction of the Panmure to Pakuranga stage in late 2018.

AMETI Eastern Busway will introduce 7km of dedicated, congestion-free busway between Botany and Panmure. This will mean less than 40 minutes by bus and train between Botany and Britomart in peak hour when the busway is operational in 2026.

The project will also include a Reeve’s Road

Flyover, 7km of cycling lanes and walkways, two new bridges across the Tamaki River and Pakuranga Creek and three new stations and interchanges.

The report also indicates future plans to continue rapid transport from Botany to the Airport While the highest priority section of this corridor is between the airport and a major new interchange at Puhinui train station, connecting this corridor with Botany Town Centre is a key future priority, the report states.

“This signifies further progress towards bringing transformational transport infrastructure, better travel choice and improved services for the people of South East Auckland,” Edmonds says.

Little is said about the East West Link, only that the investment for this has been reduced by about $950 million from the National government’s original plans.

The Mill Road corridor has been split into two phases, with only one stage considered an immediate priority leaving the corridor largely incomplete.

The proposed Mill Road corridor was to provide an additional strategic northsouth corridor for south

Auckland, connecting Manukau and Drury to the east of the Southern Motorway.

However Hunua MP Andrew Bayly says only completing the first phase of the project means the people of Pukekohe, Waiuku, Karaka, and Drury will face continued delays and congestion.

“Today the Government has scrapped most of that project by only promising to follow through on the first stage of the northern section – from Manukau to Alfriston School.

This drop off point is a road to nowhere,” says Bayly.

“There will now be a yawning transport gap between Papakura and the Stevenson’s Development at Drury. By disbanding the proposal to create an alternative four-lane expressway, it means that the announcement will have no real effect on reducing traffic congestion.”

The ATAP package allocates more money than the $26.9 billion the previous National Government planned to spend, but Twyford says the council’s planned regional fuel tax will make up the shortfall.

■■ To view the full report go to https://www.transport. govt.nz/land/auckland/atap/.

bed specialist

MOTHER’S DAY SALE

60 UP TO

OFF

Selected Beds Instore only Must End 13th May.

SANCTUARY CALAIS

M

y heart is exploding and I am so nervous, says Kat Yearbury as she gets ready to board a flight on Thursday evening to St Louis, Missouri for a medical procedure that will change her daughter Ella’s life forever.

Apart from feeling breathless there are so many emotions going through her mind as she talks to the Times hours before she flies to the US. She is overwhelmed.

It’s been a year of rigorous fundraising with practically one or two events a month to raise $150,000 required for the selective surgery and other costs involved.

Born premature at 25 weeks, Ella was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus and epilepsy. Doctors said that she would never walk or talk. But Ella beat the odds, despite undergoing 13 surgeries and a grim prognosis.

Last year it was a meeting with an American paediatric neurosurgeon Dr TS Parks who visited Auckland that changed things for Ella’s family. Dr Parks has done several spinal cord surgeries enabling kids with cerebral palsy to walk independently for the first time in their lives.

Relieved that her daughter has been accepted for the dorsal rhizotomy procedure at St Louis, Kay set her heart on raising funds for the surgery that comes at a cost. While the entire community along with good-hearted Samaritans in New Zealand whole-heartedly supported her, she soon found that she couldn’t

They managed to smash the record by having 928 fairies at the Fairy steps 4 Ella, #IBelieveInFairies event— 57 more than the current record held by St Giles Hospice in England which was 871 fairies.

“I was so touched when some of the kids even emptied their piggy banks and one of them did a stand-up show at 50 cents a ticket to raise money for Ella,” she says.

While Kat was thrilled to reach the set target of $150,000, unfortunately the airline sponsorship fell through.

Bryre Eason, an education support worker in east Auckland who is very close to the family, says that the family now needs money to get home after the surgery and for months of physiotherapy.

A big support to the family, Bryre occasionally has Ella over Ella with her dad Brett when they to her place just to give the fambroke the Guinness World Record for maximum number of fairies in ily some respite. one place.

Photo supplied “She has never stayed overnight at anyone’s home and when she had a sleepover at our get travel insurance for Ella due place her mum couldn’t believe to her condition. it,” says Bryre, who first met Ella They were required to fly a at GlowKids, a charitable trust specialist doctor and a special supporting children with special paediatric nurse to take care of needs.

Ella in case of an incident.

Bryre was also recently Kay says she is grateful for peo- involved with another fundple’s generosity of spirit as they raiser for Ella at the Highland have done everything from host- Park Community Centre that ing a charity night where they had three mediums do psychic auctioned music superstar Ed readings for the audience.

Sheeran’s guitar and fundraised “Ella will undergo the surgery $30,000 to baking sales, movie on her fifth birthday, which is on nights, garage sales, fun runs, May 3,” she says about the much atius tlittle ’nsi eg ami fi rthat otceV elbissoP quiz nights, and even breaking elbloved soldier believes the Guinness World Record for in fairies. the maximum number of fairies ■■ h t t p s : //g i ve a l i t t l e . c o . n z / in one place. cause/fairysteps4ella

50%

Firm-Medium Premium quality, luxury and comfort from the leading technology Sensorzone spring system and fully endorsed by the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association.

OFF

Queen set

$4,495

CHIROPRACTIC MANUKA

Smashing record for brave little Ella

By Farida Master

%

SUPER SPECIAL

Firm, perfect back support

$1,699

Queen set NOW

SERTA ADELE

Heavy Duty 5 Zoned Torquezone spring system, provides advanced support while Body form memory foam and Dreamfoam® provide exceptional comfort. Endorsed by the New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association.

50% OFF

Queen Set NOW

$1,995

URBIS MATTRESS Single

K Single Double Queen

$249 $299 $349 $399

GREAT VALUE

URBIS SUPPORT MATTRESS Torquezone spring system for back support

Double Queen

$749 $799

BOTANY Unit I The Hub, 451 Ti Rakau Drive 09 271 6387 OPEN 7 DAYS

MANUKAU The Supa Centa, Cavendish Drive, 09 263 6597 OPEN 7 DAYS

visit: www.thebedpeople.co.nz 60 Day Comfort Guarantee.

Terms and conditions apply.

See in store for details.

60 Day Peace of mind

KC13365-V3

Q Card & Latitude Financial Services Limited lending criteria, fees, terms & conditions apply. 18 months interest free or 18 months deferred payment.

Farmers Credit Card accepted. niL porC laedI Terms & e Conditions apply.

See in store for details.

18 months interest free or 18 months deferred payment Conditions apply.

See in store for details.

18 Months interest FREE or 18 Months DEFERRED payment

6 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

OUT NOW MAY EDITION May 2018

eastlife.co.nz

COMPLIMENTARY

www.times.co.nz

Time to unveil the Arts Out East Festival The festival will kickstart on Saturday, May 12, and runs from 10am-3pm at Uxbridge Arts and Culture, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick

T

Swiss Mrs – paddock to plate Auckland Botanic Gardens – Jack Hobbs Weather-wise designer

k Go’SdA n a h – SHE T

COUNTRY GIRL

| EVENTS | TRAVEL | FOOD | ART | HOME | HEALTH & BEAUTY eastlife | may 2018 | 1 FACES & PLACES | FASHION www.eastlife.co.nz

26/04/2018 4:17:26 p.m.

EL may 2018.indd 1

Don’t miss out!

Especially for those living in the east, EastLife is published on the first week of each month.

THIS MONTH there was never a dull moment in our neighbourhood and EastLife offers something on wine, women and song! Yes, we’ve been hither and thither talking to some very interesting locals. Read about Tamryn Broodryk’s Hello Lovely Project aimed at boosting selfconfidence in women, check out stunning rain coats from an Eastern Beach creative who’s very much in the pink and you can’t help but envy Owairoa School students who have country singer, Alice Fraser as a teacher! There’s plenty more too – beauty, food and travel.

Copies are available from locations across the district – visit eastlife.co.nz for pickup sites.

An e-edition is also available.

he Arts Out East Festival 2018 will highlight the culture and talent available in East Auckland.

Catering to all ages, a jampacked day of entertainment will begin at 10 am with a breath taking performance from the Edgewater Kapa Haka group. The day will continue with drop-in workshops - where you can join in on a contemporary jewellery class with local artist Sarah Walker-Holt, or try your hand at traditional Chinese calligraphy and much more.

There will be dance troupes taking stage, with a range of performers available to entertain and even teach a move or two to try out while listening to headline act www.facebook. com/alaeofficial playing in the theatre at 12.30pm.

There will some pop-up art events including the www.satellites.co.nz and a site specific installation from “www.artsouteast. org.nz/veronica-herberinstallation.

Coffee will be available on the day from the Uxbridge Café and for food; you

can take your pick of food trucks serving hand-rolled sushi from ”/ww.facebook. com/temakitrucknz/” or grab a refreshing soda and scoop of ice-cream from www.facebook.com/TheMarilynNZ/” all while you relax to the sweet sounds of local performers.

There’s something for the whole family with more being added daily.

Performances include: Alae, Auckland City Scoundrels, Tamashii Drummers, Mr Lam Sam’s Musical Mayhem Show, Mr Roberelli, The Groove Guys, Kendall Elise.

For more up to date information, please like our /www.facebook.com/ events/854260954758286/” or go to the Arts Out East website www//artsouteast. org.nz/showcase”.

Links ■■ www.fac eb o ok.c om/ TheMarilynNZ/” ■■ www.fac eb o ok.c om/ temakitrucknz/” ■■ www.artsouteast.org. nz/veronica-herber-installation/” ■■ www.fac eb o ok.c om/ alaeofficial/”

Some other highlights include: Aydriannah Tuiali’i: Ko Tenei te Timatanga o aku Ao / Kowhai

Collectively they will create a photographic exhibition at Pakuranga Library.

■■ May 17-26, Te Whare Wananga o Matariki, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick Aydriannah will be presenting a video work that explores the relationship – whakawhanaungatanga - between moving image, kapahaka and waiata. The video parallel’s Aydriannah’s own experience learning te reo Maori.

Gemishka Chetty: so where do you really come from?

■■ May 12-26, Pakuranga Library Gemishka is a videographer/ photographer who explores East Auckland’s multiculturalism will host a series of free workshops encouraging children of immigrants to talk openly about their experiences on living in New Zealand.

East Side Stand Up ■■ May 26, 7.30pm, Basalt An eclectic mix of Auckland’s finest upcoming stand up comedians Mayen Mehta, Roland Mirabueno and Keegan Govind will bring an eclectic mix of comedy that this side of Tamaki Makaurau has not witnessed.

Showcase Day 12 May, 10am–3pm UXBRIDGE Arts & Culture Celebrate the opening of Arts Out East Festival with a jam-packed day of entertainment, drop in workshops, local artists, foodtrucks and more.

12–26 May

A two week celebration of visual arts, dance, film, music, performance and more.

artsouteast.org.nz

JH13919

@artsouteast

AOE ad 3.indd 1

30/04/18 12:03 PM

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 7

Shop

Find it all in

HOWICK

Love where you

VILLAGE

Delightfully different

www.howickvillage.co.nz

live

www.facebook.com/howickvillageshopping

Come check out Howick’s best kept secret?

Minos Pizzeria at 3/43 Cook Street, Howick would have to be Howick’s best kept secret – except of course for those who have already experienced Minos great pizza and pasta.

After over 30 years it’s still in the same location but it has had a “make over” under new owner Jenny Foster The restaurant has had a change of colour and décor inside and smart rebranded window outside.

With the addition of air-conditioning

means you can relax in comfort no matter what the weather is outside.

There is still the same quality food that Minos is so well known for (we have an “A” certificate) made from fresh quality ingredients and with some additional extras to expand the menu, such as seasonal desserts, entrees and coffee.

Minos is the ideal place for great food, with a great atmosphere, and is also family friendly.

With take away or dine

in options the choice is yours, but remember to book as we have limited space.

■ Open Wednesday to Sunday 5pm until around 9pm ■ BYO and Licenced ■ Delivery? Yes coming soon ■ Check out our new website www.minos.co.nz ■ Phone 535-5282

“Lawyers in the heart of Howick” 0800 fencible Ph 533 3539 www.fenciblelaw.co.nz

Above, the interior has had a make over; right, the exterior of Minos Pizzeria with its new signage.

JH13288

BARREL INN

‘CLASSY CrAftS’ mArket

LIVE BAND

EVERY FRIDAY FROM 8.30PM THURSDAY NIGHT IS STEAK NIGHT! $ Angus Scotch with a free beer/house wine

All Saints’ Community Centre

28 TRIPLE TREAT MONDAYS & TUESDAYS $ MAIN, DESSERT, BEER/HOUSE WINE 28

30 cook street, howick

Mother’s Day gifts 9am-1pm this Saturday 5th May

Also every 1st & 3rd Saturday 9am-1pm For quality NZ made gifts and souvenirs Phone: 535 7513

JH13368-V5

SEE OUR COMMUNITY NURSE PRESCRIBER? If you are otherwise well, with no longterm conditions, you can now see our Community Nurse Prescriber, Hestie, for any of the following: • you have a sore throat, • you have a skin infection • an ear or eye infection or • a urinary tract Community Nurse Prescriber, infections.

Hestie.

Hestie is trained to assess you and to prescribe antibiotics for these conditions affecting your throat, ears, eyes, skin and urinary tract.

Hestie is the only Community Nurse Prescriber at Crawford Medical Centre.

Hestie has worked at Crawford since 2002, when she immigrated from South Africa with her family. In her free time, Hestie can be found enjoying the outdoors – tramping and gardening.

You can book online for Hestie’s Clinic at www.crawfordmedical.co.nz

CRAWF RD Crawford Medical Centre, 4 Picton St, Howick. Ph 538-0083, Fax 538-0122 www.crawfordmedical.co.nz

Includes choice of roast dish, chicken dish or fish dish

Out catering available for birthdays, weddings, 21st’s etc Call us to discuss options

Have it checked out at Focus Hearing and get to trial hearing aids for free!

Why choose Focus Hearing — your local and independent hearing care clinic • Experienced and qualified hearing care experts • Tests available

• Hearing aid funding options available – ACC, Government subsidy, WINZ & VANZ – Payment options available – Southern Cross Easy-claim

– Full hearing assessment (adults and children) – Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) – Free hearing screening – Tinnitus & Hyperacusis • Hearing aids – Middle ear check – Free hearing aid consultation and – Pre-employment hearing check recommendations – Hearing aid check and clean – Up to 6 weeks of no obligation free trial

Phone now to book your free hearing test 12 Picton Street, Howick (09) 533 6463 www.focushearing.co.nz Daniel Kim

JH13171-V2

HOWICK VILLAGE BUTCHERY STOCKISTS OF: English Pork Sausages, Chippolatas, Black Pudding, Gammon Steaks. Our own Bacon & Ham.

SPECIALS THIS WEEK $12.90kg • Pork Spare Ribs (Plain or Marinated) $10.90kg • Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Free delivery in the Howick and surrounding areas.

65 PICTON STREET, HOWICK. PH 534 4010.

JH13921

JH13308-V2

M E D I C A L

Not hearing so well?

123329-V25

We have a wonderful selection of

JH13281

Unit 1, 15 Cook St, Howick.

Ph 535 5540.

www.times.co.nz

8 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

Lest we forget

AN INVITATION TO LEADERS OF LOCAL HOWICK COMMUNITY GROUPS If you’re leading a local Howick community group that involves or has an interest in older people, please join us on Friday 11 May at 10:30am to learn more about the Village without Walls @ Howick.

Last week, New Zealanders around the country gathered to remember those who sacrificed their lives in its defence.

We had two moving services in Howick on Stockade Hill, and I was privileged to lay a wreath in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Every nation has its opportunities to come together and consider its founding principles, its vision for the future, and the values that guide it. For New Zealanders, Anzac Day is such a time.

The World Wars changed the world at a cultural and societal level. It is hard to talk about high ideals when we consider the dead, wounded, and broken men who returned from war, and the families and communities ravaged by grief left to pick up the pieces.

But the Anzacs did not die or suffer in vain. They fought perhaps at the most basic level, for their families and loved ones.

They fought for justice and truth. They fought against the tyranny of those who wished to dictate the lives and freedoms of men and women around the world.

By giving their lives in service, the Anzacs upheld democracy and human dignity.

The freedoms and duties of our society are thus a heavy

Over the last few months, East Health Trust and HBH Senior Living have been exploring the concept of a ‘Village without Walls’ in Howick, based on successful virtual villages overseas.

Designed to support older people to age well and overcome loneliness and social isolation, the Village without Walls concept is a community-led initiative that aims to work with other established community groups.

We hope you or another member of your organisation can join us on Friday 11th May for an update on the results from our recent survey, to hear from a member of the Sydney virtual village at Waverton, and discuss the Howick initiative in more detail.

When: Friday 11th May, 10:30am Where: Fencible Lounge, Howick Library, 25 Uxbridge Road, Howick, Auckland RSVP: by Tuesday 8th May to 09 538 0827 or email Lee.Warmington@hbh.org.nz

Simeon Brown MP for Pakuranga mantle weaved by the deeds and heroism of the Anzacs.

Anzac Day is more than just recording the actions of soldiers 100 years ago. It is about asking ourselves: given this inheritance, what do we have to do?

In peace, we risk taking freedom for granted and so risk its abuse. Today, we must continue to fight for the democratic principles upon which our nation was founded: the preservation of the right to speak and think according to our conscience, and the protection of the vulnerable and disenfranchised in public debate.

We must use our freedoms to serve the common good for all in our society.

Anzac Day is a tradition of freedom informed by truth and what is just; the willingness to do the right thing no matter the cost irrespective of fashion or contemporary whim.

This is the firm foundation of our national identity, and this is the reason why we keep coming back, every year, to remember the Anzacs.

Anzac Day is a challenge: to live our lives with duty, courage, and selflessness, so that by the grace of God 100 years from now, our grandchildren and greatgrandchildren will look back on our time and see us as men and women worthy to be called children of the Anzacs.

JH13872

CLEARANCE yo ur E V A H

LUXURY SUPER KING MATTRESS

Niki

Kelli

OUTSTANDING VALUE

Vienna Plush

Limited stock available 4 Super King 2 King

• 3 Zone pocket spring system • Foam encased • Memory foam and latex box top • Plush feel • 10 Year Warranty

Thanks Auckland for having your say in March!

Now we’d like your feedback on the top transport priorities and how the proposed regional fuel tax should be spent.

Have your say by 14 May at one of our events or at akhaveyoursay.nz • 7 May 6pm – 8pm: Takapuna, War Memorial Hall, 7 The Strand • 8 May 6pm – 8pm: Manurewa Intermediate School, 76 Russell Road • 12 May 10am – 12 pm: New Lynn Community Centre, Main Hall 45 Totara Avenue • 12 May 2pm – 4pm: Grey Lynn Library Hall, 474 Great North Road

500 Ti Rakau Drive (Next to Harvey Norman) P 274 3695 www.dreambeds.co.nz

KC13363-V4

George

$1699

KC13377

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 9

AUCKLAND’S BATHROOM IDEAS CENTRE! DORADO BTW TOILET SUITE

Top or bottom inlet P or S trap (80-145mm) Soft close seat

IDEAL STANDARD CYGNET NEU BTW TOILET SUITE Top or bottom inlet P or S trap (140-270mm) Soft close seat Limited Stock

RRP $599

$399

ELITE ZEN OVERHEIGHT BTW TOILET SUITE

RRP $899

RRP $999

Top or bottom inlet P or S trap (90 -180mm) Slim Seat Soft close seat

RRP $919

$399

$529

GROHE BAUFLOW GROHE EUROSMART COSMO

AMERICAN STANDARD CONCEPT PACKAGE

Mains pressure 15 year warranty

Mains pressure 15 year warranty

Basin Mixer RRP $259 $169

Basin Mixer RRP $299 $229

Shower Mixer RRP $299 $169

Shower Mixer RRP $379 $279

HANSGROHE RAINDANCE S120 THERMOSTATIC SHOWER COLUMN

EXCLUSIVE RRP $1699

Limited Stock

ELITE ZEN RIMLESS BTW TOILET SUITE

GROHE BAUFLOW KITCHEN MIXER Mains pressure 15 year warranty

Limited Stock

PLUMBLINE SUPER THIN BASINS

Mains pressure 5 year warranty

All shapes

Basin Mixer RRP $299 $169 Limited Stock

RRP $779

$449

HANSGROHE ELITE SELECT 900 SLIDE SHOWER

SPLASH SHOWER COLUMN CHROME

CUBE 2.0 COLUMN

RRP $429

RRP $709

Mains pressure 15 year warranty Made in Germany

$379

GROHE MINTA C HIGH SPOUT PULLOUT KITCHEN MIXER

HANSGROHE ELITE FOCUS PULL OUT KITCHEN MIXER

Mains pressure 15 year warranty

Limited Stock

$169

VASKERI TUBS

RRP $979

$449

SHOWER OVER BATH 1/2 PRICE

(TUB ONLY) 1500x760x460mm 1700x760x460mm

Minimalist handle Mains pressure 15 year warranty Made in Germany

LAST CHANCE @ THIS PRICE

EXCLUSIVE

$549

GREENS GALIANO PULL DOWN KITCHEN MIXER Mains pressure 10 year warranty Chrome RRP $439 Brushed or black RRP $529

RRP $849

$429

AURA FREESTANDING BATH

RRP $849

ALL

$399

1580x735x560mm

URBANE BTW FREESTANDING BATH

RRP $1949

RRP $2449

1675x775x570mm

CLEARANCE!!!

1 Door RRP $639 $489 2 Drawer RRP $889 $679

Black or chrome Square or round

Mains pressure 5 yr warranty 3 Function

$279

EXCLUSIVE

RRP $409

Includes mains pressure mixer 7 year conditional warranty 560X560mm

$749

EXCLUSIVE

Shower Mixer RRP $259 $169

Mains pressure 15 year warranty Made in Germany

$1099

Top inlet P or S trap (90 -180mm) Slim seat Soft close seat

RRP $399

BOTH

$199

$1299

$1899

VALID UNTIL END OF MAY OR WHILE STOCKS LAST!!

ALL THE BRANDS & MORE!

59A ALLENS ROAD, EAST TAMAKI | 09 274 7030 | elitebathroomware.co.nz

CP1795-V4

TRADING HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8AM - 5PM | SATURDAY 9AM - 1PM sales@ elitebathroomware.co.nz

facebook.com/elitebathroomware

@ elite_ bathroomware

www.times.co.nz

10 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

Getting ethics into business

By Farida Master

C

KC13369-V2

onscious consumers are the biggest growing consumer group in the world and a lot of businesses want a piece of the pie, said Jemma Whiten, director of Marketing and Digital Ecostore as she addressed students of Saint Kentigern College on Thursday.

Businesses are realising that having ethical practises is a good pay off. Surveys say more than 70 per cent of people are happy to pay more for products or services provided by companies with a proven commitment to positive environmental impact.

Talking to business students studying Ecostore as a case study for their International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, Ms Whiten gave an overview of complexities involved in working with overseas markets like China and the US. “The fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) market is a very complex business and success is about getting so many things right.

It’s about building a brand with purpose and meaning, a brand that consumers love,” she said to NCEA Level 1 Business students.

“To get consumers to love a brand, you have to connect with consumers and understand how everyone ticks.

You have to create trust and credibility, which is not easy.

Ms Whiten gave students an insight into the research and development, manufacturing process,

Talking to business students of Saint Kentigern, Jemma Whiten, director of Marketing and Digital Ecostore says that FMCG market is a very complex one.

Times photo Wayne Martin

supply chain, brand strategy and business management aspects of Ecostore.

Head of commerce at Saint Kents Vaishally Patel said students have been studying the inspirational story of Ecoman entrepreneur and activist Malcolm Rands as part of the curriculum. The story of the organic gardener and hippy from Northland who built the pioneering global brand is a textbook example of humble beginnings.

“This was a good opportunity to be hands-on and get a deep insight of the intricacies of the marketing and operations of a sustainable product,” said Ms Patel.

Unbelievably spacious apartment living!

- Designed with form, function and lifestyle in mind!

- Single level residence living - Security and local community

MOVE IN NOW! Apt. 103 and 301 51 Ninth View Avenue, Pine Harbour

- Luxury finishes and modern interior - Extended living with covered outdoor deck - Designed by award-winning Stevens Lawson Architects

For viewing times, visit the website or request an appointment.

0800 52 52 66 sales@jalcon.nz jalcon.co.nz

CP2332

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 11

(Below, centre) Veteran Eric Wilson, 99, leads; (bottom centre) Howick Local Board chair David Collings, left, and RSA president Mike Cole and (bottom right, from left) Auckland Councillor Sharon Stewart, Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown and Botany MP Jami-Lee Ross.

Times photos Wayne Martin

Poignant moments A

glint of medals, the flight of warbirds, a sense of pride, honour and camaraderie, the laying of wreaths on the cenotaph at the Anzac Day Civic Service..... attended by hundreds of war veterans, ex-servicemen and women, their families and friends, serving members of the New Zealand Defence Force, sworn New Zealand Police officers, Royal New Zealand Navy, Royal New Zealand Air Force, Royal New Zealand Artillery, Merchant Marine, New Zealand Fire Brigade, Howick Volunteer Coastguard, 40 Squadron ATC, Girl Guides, Scouts and more.

Times photographer Wayne Martin captured the mood and poignant moments of Anzac Day Howick RSA Civic Service.

View photos online to buy www.times.co.nz

FOR SALE – TRADE UNITS A, 417 EAST TAMAKI RD, EAST TAMAKI

This popular industrial complex is now completed, this is your chance to purchase the last of these units.

• 85sqm high stud unit located in brand new industrial complex.

• Excellent truck and van access onsite • Assigned container area • Fully fenced secure site • Close to motorway onramps, Te Irirangi Dr and Highbrook motorway interchange.

• Quality development with clean tenants onsite Deadline Treaty closing May 17, 2018 Josh Franklin, M 021 990 174

Josh.Franklin@nz.knightfrank.com

Michelle Kennard, M 021 162 5063 Michelle.Kennard@nz.knightfrank.com

CP2278-V2

www.times.co.nz

12 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

Welcome to the Ormiston Weight Loss Service. Our service is intended to offer our community a surgical choice and clinical support, to assist in taking ownership of your health and moving forward to a greater place of wellness.

Bariatric Surgery assists in weight loss and may be recommended as a last resort when diet, exercise and medication have not been successful and if obesity related conditions such as heart disease, asthma, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea and type II diabetes

have worsened, among other problems.

The aim of the surgery is to reduce the food-holding capacity of the stomach so the patient has a feeling of fullness after eating very little. Without hunger pangs, the person tends to lose interest in overeating and is more likely to stick to a low-kilojoule diet.

When you choose Ormiston Hospital Weight Loss Service for your surgery, you choose the most experienced surgeons, treating you in the well-established Ormiston Hospital.

We are dedicated to offering you a complete and comprehensive service with a fixed fee that will provide you with the best level of care through your journey to improved health.

THE LARGEST PROVIDER OF

RADIOLOGY IN THE NORTH ISLAND

Providing you with services at the following South Auckland locations: Line Rd, Glenn Innes

www.ormistonhospital.co.nz

Mr Gary French, Ormiston Orthopaedics, is now an Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society.

If you are a Southern Cross member and you need surgery for a hip or knee replacement, there are significant advantages for you:

• You will get clear prices upfront • We will organise prior approval through Southern Cross for you • We will manage your claim for you • If you are on a shared cover plan we can let you know, before surgery, what your share of the costs will be

Ormiston Orthopaedics is located in the new purpose-built Ormiston Hospital, Level 1 (inside TRG), 125 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction.

It is easily accessible for those in greater Auckland, with free parking available.

Apollo

Ormiston Hospital, Botany Juction

BRANCHES ACROSS AUCKLAND Northcross Milford

Browns Road, Manurewa

Ponsonby

Walters Rd, Takanini Shopping Centre

Contact us today on 09 250 1157 or email owls@ormistonhospital.co.nz Join us on Facebook

Having trouble with your arthritic hips or knees?

10

Station Rd, Otahuhu

FINANCE OPTIONS AVAILABLE

125 Ormiston Road, Flat Bush, Auckland 2019

SERVICES

X-RAY | CT | MRI | ULTRASOUND

Henderson

Glen innes Otahuhu

To make a booking or for more information contact us:

Botany Junction

Or visit our website:

Manurewa

09 487 2555 KC12999

DESTINATION ORMISTON

Ormiston Weight Loss Service

www.trgimaging.co.nz

Takanini

KC12997

Andrew Riley FRANZCO

Eye Doctors eye surgeons service East Auckland from their clinics in Botany Junction and Half Moon Bay with surgery performed locally at Ormiston Hospital.

Penny McAllum FRANZCO

Contact Eye Doctors today on

09 277 6787

for leading edge diagnosis and treatment for all eye health concerns including cataract surgery.

Shuan Dai FRANZCO

Eye Doctors is an affiliated provider to Southern Cross Health Society for cataract and pterygium surgery and other selected services.

To compare our prices or arrange an appointment phone 09 252 0370 or visit:

www.ormistonortho.co.nz Mark Donaldson FRANZCO Terms and conditions apply For Primary Total Hip Joint Replacement and Primary Total Knee Joint Replacement KC13003

web

www.eyedoctors.co.nz

call

(09) 277 6787 KC11363

EYE 0770

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 13 Advertorial KC13005A

Stanley Loo BHB, MBCHB, FRACS (Plas) Plastic Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgeon

How do you find a good Plastic Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon you can trust?

Often, the proof is in the work they do and the success rates of surgeries.

There’s nothing like a happy patient who gives a glowing testimonial.

In Dr Stanley Loo’s case there are several sincere testimonials on the website that express deep gratitude.

Mr Stanley Loo consults at East Care Specialist Centre, Ormiston Specialist Centre and operates at Ormiston Hospital.

CONTACT Ormiston Specialist Centre Ground Floor Ormiston Hospital 125 Ormiston Rd, Flat Bush 2016. Ph 271 3305. Fax 277 0769.

East Care Specialist Centre, 260 Botany Road, Howick 2013. Ph 277 1540. Fax 277 1559.

Email: ask@plasticsurgerynz.org.nz Web: www.plasticsurgerynz.org.nz

Here are some testimonials from happy clients:

‘Dear Mr Stanley Loo – Thank you so much for the care to the “Highest standard” when you operated on myself recently for the bilateral breast reduction.

Please continue to be like this as an example to others also, although sometimes hard I’m sure. I am very happen to inform you ALL is mending beautifully and I am leading a full, active, physically comfortable life.

Wishing you all the best for your future.’ — EB ‘Dear Stanley – I have been so happy with my results after your surgery, the only thing I regret is not doing it sooner. Thank you for your care and patience with me through this process.’ — AS It is easy to see that Stanley Loo, a fully trained and qualified Plastic Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon who has extensive experience in a wide variety in plastic surgical procedures – including Asian cosmetic surgery, eyelid surgery, otoplasty, abdominoplasty, liposuction, breast augmentation, skin cancer treatment, scar revision, carpal tunnel release, ganglion removal and dupytrens excision—-has changed people’s lives forever.

New Zealand trained with extensive overseas fellowship experience in Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan and South Korea, Stanley is committed to the highest standard of care and professionalism.

He is also a consultant surgeon at Middlemore Hospital where he specialises in cleft lip and palate surgery, microvascular surgery, head and neck surgery, hand surgery, melanoma and skin cancer treatment.

Stanley runs New Zealand’s only microvascular course at Middlemore Hospital teaching microvascular skills to all surgical trainees and specialists who require these skills.

One of the cases that Stanley worked on made newspaper headlines when Mr Mulholland of Helensville chopped off his index finger and the thumb of his left hand in a wood splitting machine. He and his neighbour were splitting firewood when the hydraulic machine severed his thumb and index finger.

The postie who happened to be there, called emergency services and the neighbour picked up the severed thumb and finger and put them in a wet cloth inside a plastic bag, placing it on ice in a chillybin.

A team headed by Stanley spent 14 hours in two surgeries, reconnecting the bones, nerves, blood vessels tendons and skin of the thumb and finger. It was a successful surgery and the 62-year-old Mr Mulholland recovered well, once the bones healed.

Stanley who specialises in skin cancer treatment and cosmetic surgery has presented and published at a number of international meetings. He has also been the Scientific Convenor of the New Zealand Plastic Surgical Scientific meetings.

The caring plastic surgeon has been appointed as an Honorary Senior Lecturer in the Department of Surgery within the Faculty of Medical and Health Science at the University of Auckland.

He consults at: Ormiston Specialist Centre, East Care Specialist Centre and operates at Ormiston Hospital Phone: 09 271 3305 Ormiston Specialist Centre, 125 Ormiston Road, Flat Bush www.plasticsurgerynz.org.nz ask@plasticsurgerynz.org.nz

Affiliated Provider to Southern Cross Health Society for selected services

KC13005

‘Dear Mr Stanley Loo – Your surgery on my daughter has changed her personality. She was very shy before your surgery and now is a very outgoing and bubbly child who has a number of new friends. Words cannot explain the gratitude we have for you. This whole process was painless and relaxed despite our fears. Thank you very much!’ — CD

Dr Stanley Loo

ORMISTON SPECIALISTS CENTRE

The Ormiston Specialists Centre comprises six spacious consulting rooms and a procedure room where small operations can be carried out under local anaesthetic.

Local residents will appreciate the comfort, the services offered, the added convenience of ample parking and the onestop-shop environment.

Specialties catered for include: ✜ Weight loss ✜ Cosmetic and Reconstruction Surgery ✜ Endoscopy ✜ General and Vascular Surgery ✜ Gynaecology ✜ Orthopaedics ✜ Oral Surgery ✜ Urology ✜ Ear, Nose and Throat

125 Ormiston Road, Flat Bush Phone (+64) 9 271 3305

127713-v2

‘Dear Stanley – Thank you for your skilled surgery on me. When I saw the results that evening I broke down in tears of joy. Since then the results have improved even more and have exceeded what I was expecting. I can now lead the life that I always wanted. Words cannot express the gratitude that I have for your skills. Once again Thank you’ — AR

DESTINATION ORMISTON

Stanley Loo: Shaping/changing people’s lives

Stanley Loo is a fully trained and qualified Plastic Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon who has extensive experience in a wide variety in plastic surgical procedures. He is committed to providing care at the highest standard.

Cosmetic Surgery Breast Surgery Skin Surgery Head and Neck Surgery Hand Surgery

OUR HOMES TODAY

14 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

Apartments the key?

B

Now with an air purifier feature for your health $2020

FROM

$1ST7AL9LE9D

Heat Pumps, Air Conditioners, Ventilation, Moisture Control, Solar Panels PV

IN

I FIX 4U Established 1993

138J HARRIS RD, EAST TAMAKI Ph: 271 6262 • email: ifix4u@xtra.co.nz

Call us for a free quote

CP0727

5 Year Warranty. Cheapest Cooling/Heating.

www.braycostainless.co.nz STAINLESS BENCHES Sizes from 600 to 2400

From only

$289 inc GST

CABINETS

From

$1350 inc GST

WALL SHELVES

Over 40 sizes available

Starting SHELVING UNIT Four Shelves From

$580 inc GST

$109 inc GST

SINKS

Single & Double Variations

Starting from

$630 inc GST

Call Chrissy 09 271-5000 6C Lorien Place, East Tamaki

124986-V7

or visit our warehouse

www.times.co.nz

uyers could save more than $1 million by choosing an apartment as their entry point into top Auckland suburbs says the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand.

For buyers looking to gain an entry point into some of Auckland’s top suburbs such as Parnell, Epsom and Takapuna they could save more than $1 million dollars by choosing to purchase an apartment rather than a residential property according to research from the REINZ. The median price for apartments in Parnell was $772,500 compared to a residential median price of $2,067,500 – a difference of $1,295,000. For Epsom the apartment median price was $865,000 compared to a residential median price of $2,100,000 – a difference of $1,235,000 and for Takapuna the median price of an apartment is $817,500 compared to a residential median price of $1,870,000 – a difference of $1,052,500.

Bindi Norwell, chief executive at REINZ says: “For those wanting to gain an entry point into some of Auckland’s top suburbs, considering an apartment rather than a residential property is a much more affordable way of getting into some of these areas. Apartments have come a long way in the last 20 years to having top-end fixtures and fittings, eco-friendly/energy saving features and extensive com-

Orewa – the median price for apartments in the area is actually $11,500 more than a residential property.

Apartments have come a long way in the last 20 years.

What about the rest of the country or is this just an Auckland ‘thing’?

munal areas.

“A saving of more than $1 million to live in a fantastic location or a good school zone is not something to be ignored,” continues Norwell.

Other top Auckland suburbs included: ■■ Mount Eden – a saving of $970,500 ■■ Grey Lynn – a saving of $867,000 ■■ Freemans Bay – a saving of $750,000 ■■ Remuera – a saving of $656,400.

Significant savings for first time buyers can also be found in some of Auckland’s entrylevel suburbs such as: ■■ East Tamaki – a saving of $527,000 ■■ Mt Wellington – a saving of $442,500 ■■ New Lynn – a saving of $280,000 ■■ Manukau – a saving of

$142,500.

“For first time buyers apartments are an excellent way to get a foot on the already expensive Auckland property market. Apartments are usually close to public transport and other amenities such as cafes or restaurants, gyms and other retail outlets. But most importantly, they’re in a price bracket that people can more realistically actually afford.

“An apartment may not be the property that a young couple end up living in their whole life, but it allows them the chance to build up equity in their apartment and then further down the track if they plan a family it means that they can then look to make the next step to a larger home with more room,” says Norwell.

The one anomaly that REINZ’s research uncovered in the Auckland market was

While the majority of apartment sales are in the Auckland market there were also significant savings that could be made in other areas across the country including: ■■ Wellington’s Mount Victoria and Thorndon with savings of $719,750 and $467,328 respectively ■■ Papamoa Beach and Mt Maunganui with savings of $258,000 and $157,000 respectively ■■ Whitianga apartments represented a saving of $152,500 when compared to a residential property, and ■■ Queenstown apartments represented a saving of $894,000 when compared to a residential property – the greatest saving outside of the Auckland region.

“A look at the regions also presented two further anomalies where it’s cheaper to buy a residential property rather than an apartment – in Tauranga where it actually costs $216,250 more to buy an apartment and in Christchurch Central we’ve seen the same thing, where it’s $35,000 cheaper to buy a residential property than it is to buy an apartment,” says Norwell.

Is your mattress damaged or uncomfortable?

We can repair, recover or refoam your mattress.

We can make it more comfortable for you, and solve some of those sore shoulder, sore hips and sore back problems.

Usually two day service.

Call us to discuss your issues, new and old mattresses apply.

Any size.

We will supply you with a maximum fixed price.

bed barn bed 380 Ti Rakau Dr, Botany (Behind Gull Card Pay and beside Howick Bus Company)

Phone 0508 233 2276 or 09 274 6315 CP0816-V6 CP3935

JU0556

www.bedbarnbed.co.nz

Be a hero. Rescue a pet.

This is the perfect time to adopt a pet.

We’ve got hundreds of animals that’ve been vet checked, desexed, vaccinated and microchipped.

So visit our website or call 09 256 7300, then come and meet the one for you.

We’re open 7 days, from 10am-4pm, at 50 Westney Road, Mangere.

spca.org.nz

OUR HOMES TODAY

www.times.co.nz

Warning of ‘disastrous impact’ of tax changes

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 15

FOR SALE CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION

P

roperty Institute of New Zealand chief executive Ashley Church is warning of ‘an exodus’ of landlords from the property market in the wake of Government proposals to change the tax treatment of property investment and says that plans to ‘ring fence’ property tax losses will have a disastrous impact on the market and will significantly worsen the shortage of rental accommodation in our largest cities.

Mr Church’s comments follow the release of an issues paper outlining a proposal to change the rules around the tax deductibility of losses associated with the ownership of rental properties. The effect of the changes would be that the costs associated with owning a rental property (interest, rates, insurance, maintenance, etc) could no longer be offset against other income as has been the case for many decades. Instead, these losses would be ‘ring fenced’ and could only be applied to profits made on the property against which the costs were incurred.

The Government is claiming that the moves are “an effort to level the playing field between speculators, investors and home buyers� but Mr Church says this is nonsense and shows a continuing misunderstanding of the difference between ‘speculation’ and ‘property investment’.

D

L SO Private landlords provide the lion’s share of rental accommodation in New Zealand – and in doing so they have saved the State billions over the past few decades.

Photo CMG Toronto

“This Government continues to have a blind spot when defining these terms. ‘Speculators’ are people who are in and out of the market very quickly – sometimes within just a few weeks or months – and who seek to make money through renovations or quick capital gain. ‘Investors’ are Landlords – people who are often in the market for decades – and who perform an important social service by providing accommodation over long periods of time�.

Mr Church says that treating the two in the same way demonstrates an unacceptable ignorance of how the property market works and says that ringfencing tax losses will be the ‘final straw’ for many investors and will largely have the effect of pushing them out of the market – further compounding an already serious rental crisis.

In encouraging feedback on the proposed changes Revenue

Minister Stuart Nash has said that the “persistent tax losses� that many property investors declare on their investments indicate that they rely on capital gains to make a profit. However, Mr Church says this is simply another example of ‘woolly thinking’ and a lack of experience by the new Government. “Yes, most investors make a loss on the day-to-day operation of their property in the early years – but properties do eventually become profitable at which time tax is paid on that profit just like any other business activity. “Private landlords provide the lion’s share of rental accommodation in New Zealand – and in doing so they have saved the State billions over the past few decades. Scaring them out of the market is foolhardy, bloody minded, and will constitute a massive ‘own-goal’ for the Government�.

ARTIST IMPRESSION ONLY

29-31 Hattaway Avenue, Bucklands Beach UNIT 2 HATTAWAY AVE 3

Contact Ela on 021 131 5666 to schedule a Design Consultation www.daga.co.nz JH13860

SPECIALISTS in quality Trellis, Fencing & Retaining

1

1

3

3

1

TOTAL FLOOR AREA 129.5 sq./m

TOTAL FLOOR AREA 129.5 sq./m

HOUSE SIZE

HOUSE SIZE

Newspaper Ad Ground Floor - 67 sq./m First Floor- 62.5 sq./m 80x4clm Land Size - 122 sq./m @ $280

 � � � � �

Bespoke DESIGN & BUILD Solutions for COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS

3

UNIT 3 HATTAWAY AVE 1

Ground Floor - 67 sq./m First Floor- 62.5 sq./m Land Size - 123 sq./m

• Purchase today with only a 10% deposit required • 10 Year Master Build Guarantee • Complete Turn Key package • Desirable East Auckland location The Palms Hattaway Avenue consists of a variety of designs to suit dierent lifestyles.

A Only a block away from Bucklands Beach H a t t a w a y Av e n u e and within easy reach of Half Moon Bay Marina, shops and eateries along the waterfront promenade, Commuter ferries and chic Howick Village. Great school zones including Macleans College.

The highly speciďŹ ed interiors include a fully equipped kitchen with Miele appliances and built-in laundry also boasting architecturally designed low maintenance exteriors for easy care living.

Specialists in quality made Trellis & Fencing & Concrete Drive Services

M&M CONCRETE SERVICES

 � � � � �

Stage 1 under construction now. Choose from a 2, 3 or 4 bedroom home.

Contact us today for more information

For all your Concrete needs: Drives, Paths, Patios and Ela Repairs. on 021 131 5666 allContact Concrete

mb

TM

Registered Master Builders

to schedule a

PHONE THE PROFESSIONALS Design Consultation Ph Mike 021 931 261

B

www.daga.co.nz

107939

0800 18 18 11 www.FinesseResidential.co.nz

JH13885-V2

PHONE FOR A FREE NO-OBLIGATION QUOTE ~ PH 272 4502 FAX 272 4501 EMAIL mmfencing@xtra.co.nz 12/5 Neil Park Drive, East Tamaki • www.mmfencing.co.nz

Bespoke DESIGN & BUILD Solutions for COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS

www.times.co.nz

16 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

N I W EVER 10,000 6MAY 3DAYSONLY-FRI4 –SUN

BIGGEST

VEHICLE

SALE

$

* K C A B H S A C

EG NEW–USED–DEMO–PRE-R

GRAB A DEAL ON NEW, USED

This Weekend From NZ’s Most 2017 ASX XLS

NZ New, Reverse Camera, Choice of Colours

From 25,990 $

2017 Ford Mustang

V8 engine, Automatic, Priced to Sell!

56,590

$

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer ES 2014 Mitsubishi ASX LS Hatchback, 5 Speed Manual, NZ New Automatic, Handsfree, Towbar

9,250

$

18,760

$

2017 Pajero Sport

Leather, Apple Car Play, Loaded with Manual, Low KMs Safety Features WAS $48,250 $ $

43,990 Drive away

2016 Mitsubishi Mirage Automatic, NZ New, Low KMs

12,450

$

11,900

2015 Nissan Navara ST-X Manual, Canopy, Towbar

29,850

$

DEMONSTRATOR DEALS

2014 Mitsubishi ASX Diesel AWD, Automatic, Low KMs

25,250

$

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander VRX PHEV

Only 5,400kms, Like New, Economy Motoring

53,850

$

2018 Mitsubishi Pajero Exceed

2017 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross XLS

3.2L Diesel, 7 Seats, Sat Nav, Leather, 2WD 1.5L Turbo Petrol Engine, 18” Electric Sunroof, 18” Alloy Wheels, Alloy Wheels, Demo KMs, 5-Star safety Demo KMs Save Thousands ANCAP rating SAVE THOUSANDS

58,750

$

32,490

$

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 17

& DEMONSTRATOR VEHICLES

Awarded Mitsubishi Dealership NEW LANCER

Mistubishi Lancer GSR Limited

2.0 Engine, Reverse Camera, Leather, 7 airbags, 5-Star safety ANCAP rating

24,990 incl. ORC

$

NEW ASX

Mitsubishi ASX XLS 4WD

2.3L Turbo Diesel, 6-Speed Auto, 18” Alloys, Keyless Entry, 5-Star safety ANCAP rating Act Fast – Only One Available

31,990 incl. ORC

$

NEW TRITON

Mitsubishi Triton GLX-R 4WD

Double Cab, 6-Speed Manual, 2.4L Turbo Diesel, 6” Touch Screen with Reversing Camera Was $51,990 Now $36,295 incl. ORC

Now $36,295 incl. ORC

This Weekend we’re saying YES! · Low and No Deposits Available on ALL Vehicles –YES! · Great Financing Terms Available– YES! · Extended Warranties – YES! · Free BBQ on Friday, Saturday & Sunday –YES! $ · Customer Giveaways – YES!

500

KC13449

PLUS

VOUCHER

Just in case you need one more reason to purchase from the friendly Auckland Motors Mitsubishi Team.

EVERY CUSTOMER WHO PURCHASES A VEHICLE FROM AUCKLAND MOTORS MITSUBISHI DURING THE SALE WILL RECEIVE A $500 WESTFIELD VOUCHER!

686 Great South Road, Manukau, Auckland, 2104 P: 09 262 9020 | W: aucklandmotors.co.nz AUTOMOTIVE HOLDINGS GROUP NEW ZEALAND

18 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

DINING & ENTERTAINMENT

Choral Society performs Messiah

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

Unseen, Unknown: Unveiled

Unseen, Unknown: Unveiled is currently on display at Malcolm Smith Gallery and features works by six artists, all considering how we perceive artworks and the ways in which meaning can reveal itself slowly. The exhibition considers the invisible history an object, subject matter or material has and how the artist’s intentions can influence our understanding, adding to our subjective experiences.

Ben Abdale-Weir contributed one of two texts exploring the exhibition and explains “the metaphor of the veil, or more precisely unveiling, used here describes a transition in perception; transition from seeing something purely as it appears, to having a greater understanding of what it is… simply seeing something certainly is not to know it.”

Former Howick resident, Pamela Wolfe is one of the artists featured.

Her painting, Large Roses in Glass Vase (2016), is a seemingly traditional still life, however Wolfe says plants are a metaphor for the fragility of our own lives and includes flowers often in her works as their preservation is crucial to our survival.

As part of the exhibition, we are hosting two public programmes coinciding with the Arts Out East Festival.

The first is Bright Ideas, a free morning talk series and on Wednesday 9 May at 10am Wanda Gillespie will be discussing her works that feature in Unseen.

On Thursday 17 May join us for a tour and in-depth discussion on all

www.times.co.nz

Two of Howick’s best soloists will star as Pakuranga Choral Society heads to All Saints church for a performance of Messiah by Handel, conducted by David Hamilton.

Andrew Grenon

Andrew Grenon has been a regular concert soloist for nearly a decade. He has sung with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, the Orpheus Choir with Orchestra Wellington, City Choir Dunedin with the Dunedin Symphony Orchestra, and with Viva Voce chamber choir in Auckland.

He made his debut in a principal operatic role in 2013 with NZ Opera as Acis in Handel’s Acis and

Wanda Gillespie, Seeker 1 (Levitation Practice series), 2016

the works from 11.30am.

Later in the month, there are plenty of other exhibitions and showcases happening at Malcolm Smith Gallery as part of Arts Out East Festival (including an exciting site-specific installation by Veronica Herber).

Be sure to pick up your yellow programme to see what else is on offer.

Zoe Hoeberigs Manager Curator Malcolm Smith Gallery

4/2 Fencible Drive, Howick Ph 532 7034 • montereycinemas.co.nz

MONDAY/TUESDAY $10 (3D $13) – Excl Public Holidays

NEW FILM NEW FILM

Isle of Dogs

(PG)

The Breaker Upperers (M)

NEW FILM

Boticelli: Inferno (TBC)

NOW SHOWING

Avengers: Infinity War

25 WELLINGTON ST, HOWICK. PH 534 9702.

(M)

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society (M)

I Feel Pretty

Lost In Paris

(M)

(M)

Galatea, while he was a Freemasons NZ Opera Resident Artist. He was a Dame Malvina Major Foundation Emerging Artist with New Zealand Opera in 2009 and 2010, Andrew secured a place at the Wales International Academy of Voice when head tutor, internationally acclaimed tenor, Dennis O’Neill (CBE) heard him sing at the New Zealand Opera School.

He spent two years in Cardiff under the tutelage of O’Neill and other tutors such as renowned soprano Nuccia Focile.

Sarah Court

Born in Te Awamutu, New Zealand, Sarah Court holds music degrees from the University of Otago and the University of Waikato.

She continued her musical education at the Prague conservatoire under the tutelage of Antonie Denygrova.

Sarah also graduated from the Queensland Conservatorium (Griffith University) with a Doctor of Musical Arts.

She performs regularly around New Zealand and Australia as a guest soloist with various choirs, orchestras, and opera companies.

Solo engagements include performances with Auckland Choral, Sydney Philharmonic Choirs, Melbourne Bach Choir, Auckland Philharmonia, Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, New Zealand Opera, the Australian International Opera Company, and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

Recent highlights include: mezzo soloist in the New Zealand premiere of Street Requiem with GALS and guest choirs, Heidi Hole voice double in Live Drag with New Zealand Opera, and an orchestral performance of Dvorak’s Biblical Songs with Bach Musica.

■■ Don’t miss Pakuranga Choral Society’s performance of Messiah by Handel at All Saints Church, 5pm, Sunday, May 6.

Keep up to date with our latest competitions

For a list of all films and session times visit

www.montereyhowick.co.nz

facebook.com/timesonlinenz • times.co.nz

JH13082-V18

MORE menu choices. Choice!

Introducing our Thigh & Slaw Burger

You don’t need service history to join the RSA

♥ ENLIST TODAY ♥

www.howickrsa.co.nz

JH10590-V37

Check out our Calendar of Events for who’s playing this month!

KC13408

CLASSIFIEDS

www.times.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD261030

We require an enthusiastic and passionate NZ Registered teacher to start a new entrant class in term 2 (starting date is negotiable) until 19th December 2018.

Pigeon Mountain Primary offers a collaborative and supportive learning and teaching environment with great staff and great students.

Please email CV and covering letter to iand@pmps.school.nz Alternatvely you can drop your CV into the school office or ring for more information on 534 9765.

Both inside and outside work available. Hourly plus bonus for those who meet targets.

Transport from collection points may be available.

Apply in person 9am to 12 noon. Bring Tax numbers, photo ID and proof of eligibility to work in NZ. Perrys Berrys 5 Campana Rd, Papatoetoe P: 09 6222 350 E: employment@ perrysberrys.co.nz

CD260737

Are you a baby whisperer and a creative, warm teacher looking for a growth opportunity?

We have good news for you.

There is a chance for you to join our professional teaching team at Rockabye.

Our nurturing team is looking for a fully ECE-qualified and registered full-time Babies and Toddlers Teacher to come join our teaching team at our sought-after Early Learning Centre in Highland Park, East Auckland.

We work hard at developing a meaningful relationship with each child and their parents whilst always providing a safe, healthy and fun environment where Babies and Toddlers learn and grow.

Being part of our infants and their family’s lives is something we never take for granted at Rockabye. It is a privilege that we earn every day through our dedication and enthusiasm.

This is why we are seeking for a respectful, organised and pro-active teacher who communicates clearly with families and plans positive, stimulating activities for babies and toddlers. Are you ready to be part the Rockabye nurturing warmth of a home away from home?

If you are confident that you can play an active role in a child’s developmental milestones, such as their first steps and words, become a true partner to their family, then get in touch.

Please send your CV and an email to caryn@rockabye.co.nz explaining in no more than 300 words how you approach ‘baby time’; how you like to communicate with parents on daily issues; as well as why you think you would fit our Rockabye family.

We promise that you’ll come to work with a huge smile on your face.

We know we have done so every day since 2003. rockabye.co.nz

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

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

GBR088

Managing the company is also a real possibility.

From our showroom in Whitford, we promote sales and service for John Deere, Stihl and Masport together with other leading brands.

In the workshop, we service the above in conjunction with cars & trucks.

The successful candidate will show impressive people skills, have a tidy appearance and will enjoy a varied working roll.

BUILDERS WANTED

We are a Building Company that specialises in new builds, renovations, alterations/extensions.

Our emphasis is on quality and professionalism.

We are looking for BUILDERS to join our team to keep up with demand. Own tools and transport are essential. Being a team player is also essential, advancement within our company also an option to the right applicant.

Send your CV to greg@keithhunterbuilders.co.nz

Take pride in your work?

If so we will pay a competitve wage.

Buy Right Cars a large dealership in Botany is seeking a detail oriented vehicle groomer who is friendly, hardworking and reliable.

The ideal person must be Punctual Hard working Good communication skills Valid NZ drivers licence If the above is you, lets talk.

Great opportunities with career advancement within the group.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Please contact Jerry by calling into our Botany yard or phone 021 886 695 or email: Jerry@buyrightcars.co.nz

Looking for a church home?

Interested applicants should send their CV’s to peter@woodbinegroup.co.nz

GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR

Botany Downs Secondary College is a co-educational state secondary college with over 1900 students, Years 9 to 13.

We are a whanau-based community within a modern learning environment.

We are currently seeking a registered and qualified Guidance Counsellor to join our collaborative Student Support Services Team. Experience in a secondary school setting an advantage. The successful applicant will have the ability to build empathy and advocate for diverse adolescents to achieve optimum outcomes, and build trusting relationships with both students and staff, and work effectively with the wider pastoral care network at the College.

This is a full time, permanent position. The salary is reflective of the role and responsibility.

For an Application Form please visit our school website: http://www.bdsc.school.nz/our-college/job-vacancies/ Applications (CV, Cover Letter and Application Form) should be emailed to: t.horsford@bdsc.school.nz * Applications for this position close at 4pm on Monday 14 May 2018.

CD260413

CD261059

Looking for hardworking, reliable worker to assist with lawn mowing (ride-on/ push mow) and gardening work for established small business.

Must have full drivers licence, own transport and mobile. Rate dependent on experience.

Call Shane 021 746 887

Full Time Motor Mechanic

VEHICLE GROOMER

Strawberrry Planting and Trimming

Mowing and Gardening Assistant

We have a full time vacancy for an experienced motor mechanic who can perform the usual mechanical duties but whom can also assist in sales.

Relief Teachers - We NEED you!

Want the freedom and flexibility that relief teaching gives?

Want to get your foot in the door to take the next step in your teaching career?

We currently have a wide range of day to day relieving opportunities in Auckland.

We are looking for registered teachers, both experienced and beginning teachers.

Don’t delay make contact with our friendly experienced team today.

Ph 09 815 8152 Email: relief@oasis-edu.co.nz - www.betterteachers.nz

CD260628

Learning Assistant

We are seeking to employ a Learning Assistant to work with students who require additional support with their learning.

Applicants should have a good standard of spoken and written English and have the confidence to support children in mathematics, literacy and spoken English.

The successful applicant will be able to establish a good working rapport with young children, be firm and fair, have the ability to work independently and use their initiative, within teacher guidelines.

Employment will be spread over four mornings, Monday to Thursday, from 9.30 am until 12.30 pm.

Position available for immediate start.

Applications in writing, including contacts for two referees, should be addressed to: Brian Bayly, Principal. Macleans Primary School, 10 Wycherley Drive, Bucklands Beach. Ph 534-5191.

We currently have two positions available This position requires no previous experience as training is given on site. We run a small team of 10 with a friendly but driven, professional atmosphere and have a Marine painting apprenticeship opportunity for the right candidate.

You must have a good work ethic, honest, reliable, a team player and have your own transport.

If you think you fit the role email your CV to admin@phbp.co.nz Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

CD258093

Macleans Primary School

LABOURER with skills for landscaping Phone Tim 021 885676

We are looking for a hard working person to join our team who is keen to learn and develop their skills in Paving and Earthworks. Must be reliable. Immediate start.

Ph 027 505 1411 or email your CV to info@riggaspaving.co.nz

Marine painters required!

CD260227

CD260531

Established in 1986, Wiri Timber is a Manukau based company dedicated to providing unparalleled quality and service in building supplies and hardware. We are looking for someone who has the personality, drive and motivation to join a great team of people.

The successful candidate will be a person who is an achiever, possess exceptional people skills, enjoys working in a team environment, has a passion for customer service and building sales! Building industry experience is crucial. Only apply for the role if you have a stable work history and a dynamic “go getter” attitude. An excellent remuneration package will be awarded to the successful candidate.

If you feel you fit the above criteria, then please submit your CV in confidence to: Lance Worthington, Managing Director, lance.worthington@wiritimber.co.nz

PAVING & LANDSCAPING

To join our keen and growing team

CD261083

TRADE SALES / CUSTOMER SERVICES

BRICKLAYERS/ LABOURERS WANTED Own transport.

Good wages.

Phone Wayne 0274 725 702

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD255380

NEW ENTRANT TEACHER FIXED TERM 2018

Teacher Aide Required

Shelly Park School requires a teacher aide to work in the Junior School to provide learning and behaviour support to a new entrant pupil.

This position will initially be from 9.00 – 12.30, and may be extended to 9.00 – 3.00.

If interested, please apply to wendyd@shellypark.school.nz including any relevant experience.

CD261027

PIGEON MOUNTAIN PRIMARY SCHOOL

SHELLY PARK SCHOOL

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD235430

CD260954

CD235430

Experienced sewing machinist needed for bridal and evening gowns. Applicants need to have their own sewing machine and overlocker.

Part time/ contract position.

Phone Nazneen 021 252 1307

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD258593

MACHINIST

BRICKLAYERS/ LABOURERS WANTED Own transport.

Good wages.

Phone Wayne 0274 725 702

SITUATIONS VACANT

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 19

Christian LINK

SUNDAY, MAY 6

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

CD152231A

Howick Presbyterian Church

CD261079

One Lord One Faith One People

Cnr Wellington & Picton Sts Phone 534-5142

CD129660

Sunday, May 6 8.45am Community Service in the Chapel 9.50am Family Service with King’s Kids Thursday, May 10 10am Morning Worship

CD152726

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

St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz | Ph 535 4403

www.elimchristiancentre.org.nz

SUNDAY

Teacher - Special Education

CD260673

TIMES

8:30am | 10am | 11:30am | 5pm | 5pm 华语翻译

Sunday at Eastgate 8.30am, 9am, 10:45am & 5.30pm Great Children’s Programme available 5 Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga, Ph 576 1500 www.eastgatecc.org.nz

Eastgate - a lighthouse in the community

CD177157

Tamil service

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

We are looking for a qualified teacher who is passionate, caring and enthusiastic to work in our Pegasus Learning Department. This department caters for wonderful and vibrant students from Year 9-13+, with various special needs and talents.

The candidate could have experience in special education, but this is not necessary. Primary or secondary trained teachers are welcome to apply. It is essential that the candidate is flexible with the needs of our students and ready to deliver authentic learning programs. A positive attitude is a must, and a sense of humour is just as important. Excellent people skills are a necessity.

Enjoy all the same benefits as other teachers, but with job satisfaction that is second to none.

The position is fixed term until the end of the 2018 school year. Start date, Term 2 or by negotiation.

Please apply including a cover letter, CV and at least two references to principal@pakuranga.school.nz.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 11 May 2018.

SERVICE

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

CLASSIFIEDS ACCOUNTING SERVICES

HEATING Be warm this Winter, Install a Heat Pump

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

HEATPUMP SERVICES

BUILDERS

VACUUM REPAIRS

DAVE TAPPER BUILDERS Ltd

Servicing all Central vacuum and built in vacuum systems

0800 858 728

CD260808

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

CA Professional services, for accounting, tax returns, GST, payroll, Startups.

Xero, Mobile service and fixed price. Ph Balaji Kris 021 175 87 78: 537 5942

Aerials & TV INSTALLATION

Power you need KOBA BATTERIES

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

TV AERIAL

CONTINUOUS SPOUTING

INSTALLATION

or Copper

CD6793

Enhancing the look and value of your home Made to measure on-site in Colorcote steel All work guaranteed WINZ approved

Plans for new houses & additions 30yr experience.

Prof member ADNZ - LBP

TV Audio Aerials Heatpumps

Lynch Design 577 1939 www.lynchdesign.co.nz

I Fix 4U

ALTERATIONS & Additions. Ring Colin Edmonds, Registered Builder. 5345721, 0274-951-685

BATHROOM IMPRESSIONS

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

Over 17 years service

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336

535 6950 021 0333 149

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

NZ Registered

NZ REG, Commercial / Domestic. All Electrical Work.

Free Quotes. Call free 0800 22 3330 or 0220 635 830

MARKS

APPLIANCES

DIGGER & BOBCAT HIRE

Exper’d owner/operator No job too big or small Ph Brett 0274 364 740 or 534 7144

Ph: Paul 534 7427 hm or 021 251 4615

BUILDER, additions, renovations, decks, bathrooms.

Coordinate sub contractors, competitive price, licensed builder Ph Alan 021 548 131

DELICIOUS DINING

Your local caterer for over 15 years Any event or occasion Please call me or email deliciousdining@xtra.co.nz 537 1312 or 021 180 9878

CHIMNEY SWEEP MIKE JOHNSON, your local Sweep. 15yrs+ exp. Report provided. $60. Ph 536 6394 or 021 251 0324

CLEANING

GUTTER Cleaning

CARPET Cleaning

021 184 8464 info@grimeguru.co.nz www.grimeguru.co.nz

CD261062

Microsoft Certified Professional

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

allen2harriman@gmail.com

021 43 43 23 537 1904 all hrs

ABOUT Fencing 2000

CD145261

CONCRETE

Driveways/Floors Parking areas Exposed Aggregate All earthworks Retaining & more

DRAINAGE repairs & maintenance. New & old.

Leaking basement solutions, surface water solutions, drain unblocking, cesspit cleaning. 28yrs exp.

Call Blair 021 415 994 for a free, no obligation quote.

ELECTRICAL

AA DOBBS LTD New Zealand Registered

Electrician

Ph: 533 0136 or 021 370 307

Local NZ Reg’d Electrician No job too big or too small!

No call out fee if you mention this advert.

130 7217 021 09 217 2217

Sand/polyurethane staining/ blonding New & old floors Supply & lay cork tiles. Free Quotes Ph: 537 3371 Neil Craft 027 296 6320 Kris Craft 021 055 7522 www.craftfloorsanding.co.nz

$35 p/m

Specials, Free Quotes Professional Layers Showroom

LEES CARPETS

49D Springs Rd, East Tamaki Ph 273 8899 VINYL LAYER 31 yrs exp.

Karl 027 2481167 or 576 7936 a/h VINYL LAYING, supply, prep & install. No job too big or small Ph Brendan 021-996-898, 537-8402ah

EZYMOW free quotes, friendly, reiliable & affordable service Ph Scott 0210 2475 434

SUPREME ELECTRICAL

Also garden maintenance rubbish removal, waterblasting.

Free quotes. 17 Yrs exp.

Residential/commercial Ph: Peter 021 39 33 84 QUALITY GARDEN SERVICES

Garden Maintenance One Off Garden Tidy Weed Removal Hedge & Shrub Trimming

Text or Call Tracey

021 212 5459 Book a FREE Quote online

www.pmgc.co.nz

L1C020

LAWNCARE

CD256471

K55042

Floors, drives, paths Small job enquiries welcome Castle Concrete Ph 534-5177 0274-768-924

021 022 46711

ALL HEDGES, TREES, LAWNS

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 LAWNMOWING Gardening Service, all handyman work, domestic cleaning, painting etc. Ph 02108955509

Ph: 271 8055 • Fax: 271 8056 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

GARDENER, cleaner, driver. Wants any work! 278 3087 GREGS GARDENING. weeding, pruning, hedges, small trees, gen garden tidyups. free quotes, 537 1121, 021 1167579 Handymangardeners. co.nz. All garden care Ph Michael 0276 162 146

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

GLASS & GLAZING HAYNES GLASS

broken windows glazing mirrors cat doors balustrades showers splashbacks Ph 265 2941 38 Trugood Dr, Burswood www.haynesglass.co.nz

HANDYMEN

ANY FIX-IT

If you want something fixed such as: Painting fences,garages etc Plumbing job Timber and plastic repairs Fence repairs Broken plastic Some appliances can be fixed I will look at anything and give you advice Ph Merv 027 444 7426

CD250676

CONCRETE

Great rates, Retirees discount.

Local family business.

Reliable, friendly, no job too small.

EFTPOS avail.

Call Anthony 534 0275

Consultations Concept plans Planting plans Karen 021 865 590

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

Free Quotes.

CARPET & VINYL

DRAINAGE

GARDEN CARE

Garden Care

CERTIFIED CRAFT DRAINLAYER FLOORSANDING Family owned/operated over 30 yrs

for over 25 yrs

Carey

Call the Sheriff – not the Cowboys!!

Ph. Andrew 021 791 002 - Bryon 022 062 3423 Email: whole9yardsltd@gmail.com

Drain Unblocking CCTV Camera Surface Water Problems Dig ups & Repairs Free Quotes & Advice Registered Drainlayer 021 135 5174 mcwilliams_drainage @hotmail.com

A.J. & S.J CONTRACTOR

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

DRAINAGE

SHIFTERS

Local & long distance by careful & courteous removalists with many years of experience REASONABLE RATES FOR AN EXCELLENT JOB BERT TARRY CARRIERS NZ LTD Ph: 274 2916

CD217636

CONCRETE & CONCRETING

CD254684

We also deliver landscaping supplies from Builders Mix, Sand, Pebbles, Bark etc competitive prices.

Ph: 5768812 Open 7 Days 83 Reeves Rd Pakuranga

CD2046

021366615 / 0508932532

CD242704

• Pergolas • Decks • Retaining Walls • Timber & Keystone • Driveways • Paving • Fencing • Concrete • Planting • Cobblestone Lift & Relayed • Drainage Problems • Lawns Layed • Ready Lawn • Irrigation Systems

• Carpet Cleaning • Pest Control • Flood Restoration For a free quote call

535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian

CD228064

• PLAN • DESIGN • MAINTENANCE • DIGGER HIRE • HOLE DRILLING

ALADDIN CARPET CLEANING

GRIME GURU

PC Laptop LCD Printer Virus Network Email Data Recovery Onsite Job NO Fix NO Fee

20 years experience in soft and hard landscaping

SB Electrical NZ Reg Electrician. Reasonable rates.

All electrical work. Nick 021 058 9561, 5340450

FLOORING & SERVICES

D & J Computer

The Whole 9 Yards Landscaping Limited

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

FENCING & TRELLIS

CATERING

COMPUTERS

LANDSCAPING

CARPET CARE

CD251447

K75008

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

BOBCATS & TRUCKS

CD254541

Robinhood - Alto - Blanco Everdure - Omega Authorised Service

Complete renova on service Supply & custom build op ons Tiled shower systems Concept to comple on

CD171490

Phone the Classified Team today for options to suit your needs.

271 8055 - classifieds@times.co.nz

138J Harris Road East Tamaki 271 6262

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

CD137943

We may be able to help you with print and digital options

CARPETLAYER Cheap carpet, supply/lay Restretching/repairs 0800 555410 www.nocowboys. co.nz/carpet

CD248907

Just started out in business?

Need a little help getting your name out there?

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

FURNITURE

CD243547

½ price TV, audio Washing machine refrigerators Factory Returns Centre ervice S d e ris Autho

TRADIES...

AA CARPET Laying & repairs, no job too small Ph Brian 0274-966094/5341302

CARPET LAYING

CD226123

IT PC lap tops Sony, Panasonic, LG Sanyo, Toshiba

Registered Electrician Lights, power, TV, fans Stove & hot water repairs

Security lighting

LED downlights

Switchboard upgrades Steve 021 949 168 a/h 532 9842

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

PROCON for all your concrete requirements, drives, patios, small/lge slabs, plain, coloured, imprinted.

Ph Vince for a free quote 021 415 436

CD260031

BUILDERS

Electricians

Electrical

FREE quote on all concreting. Call Tony 021 518901

CD257384

Air conditioners

CD130002

TRADE SERVICES

GA101040

For a free quote contact Drewe Ph: 027 539 9851 or 0800 432 724 drewe@fasciaandspouting.co.nz www.fasciaandspouting.co.nz

DRAFTING & DESIGN

Barratt-Boyes

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

ARCHITECTURE

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

0800 943 366

GA117458

We do WINZ quotes

www.sos-appliance-repairs.co.nz

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

CD177619

IN 64 COLOURS OR COPPER No joins - No leaks - guaranteed

& Lighting

021-369 881

Licensed Building Practitioners

SPECIALISTS

Local family owned business www.aucklandwideremovals.co.nz

CD259573

SPOUTING AND ROOFING

533-6954

CONTRUCTION LTD

0800 277 2529 www.bsrconcrete.co.nz

PACKING, MOVING & STORAGE

For anything electrical • Registered Electricians • Established over 25 years in local area • ECANZ guaranteed • Gold card discount Phone 274 6977

SS64572

Alternator Charge Rate, Starter Condition and Check Plus Battery Test - FREE OF CHARGE

Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

Servicing all major brands of Whiteware appliances

FRANIX CD253271 CD253271

CD237020

24B Polaris Pl, East Tamaki - OPEN SAT 8.30-1pm Ph/Fax 274 0495 Auto Electrical & Mechanical Repairs

HORIZON AERIALS LTD CD206513

PAKURANGA AUTO ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL

Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed

NZ registered electrical service technician

021 764797 or 532 8930

Driveways/Patios Swimming Pool surrounds Decorative coloured Concrete Exposed Pebbles and Aggregates Concrete Sealing Bobcat and Digger Post Hole Boring

FURNITURE REMOVAL

SN64060

CD127274

AERIALS

Old School Builder

All Interior Renova ons Bathrooms Kitchens Doors Plasterbd lining Repairs and Maintenance Co-ordinate SubContractors Available

ELECTRICAL

CD249842

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

MOTORING

CONCRETE & CONCRETING

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

CD255310

Sales Installation Service

www.times.co.nz

cd237763

20 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

CLASSIFIEDS

www.times.co.nz

HANDYMAN

Accredited Installer

Handymangardeners. co.nz All jobs Ph Michael 0276 162 146 or 576 0105

Brett or Warren 534 3562 027 493 0181

Free quotations and advice. Visit our website www.riggaspaving.co.nz Luke 027 505 1411

ADL PAVING & LANDSCAPING. Ph Adrian 027603-1919 or a/hrs 537-2345

0800 245 625 HOWICK LOCKSMITHS

0800 420 900

CD177471

0800 24 LOCK

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

CD259226

Certifying Plumber

535 1111 027 235 2517

CD256908

Spouting, Roofing, Hot Water Cylinder Repairs/Replacements, Drainage/Unblocking ALL WORK HAS A WATER TIGHT GUARANTEE WE RESPOND TO ALL CALLS! 24/7. Ph 534 5286

www.allgoplumbing.co.nz

CATKIN

TILING

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

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

Stackpole’s Stackpole’s Upholstery Upholstery

OFFICE 38 sq mt, Highland Park Shopping Centre, air cond, upstairs above TAB, short or long term lease/ rent Ph 021 558 557

TO LET

R0BYN CAMPBELL & MELISSA PARRY Rental & Property Management Specialists

Licensed (REAA 2008)

Professionalism Dedication Excellent Communication Proactive Approach

NZ Modern School of Music www.modernmusic.co.nz SEWING & design night classes by highly qual. tutor beg’s-adv’d. Lynda 021940659

Do you want a local tradesperson?

Do you want local employment?

Want to know whats on in your local area?

Read the local News?

Why not have a browse online www.times.co.nz or to advertise phone 271 8055 Your call will be answered by your local classified consultant not by a consultant overseas

Robyn and Melissa have worked in Property Management for the past 16 years and were awarded Ray White Property Manager of the year in 2006 and 2015.

Being energetic and dedicated professionals, Robyn and Melissa ensure a reliable tenant is placed into your property.

If you require a complete Property Management service whereby eliminating any stress such as rent collection, monthly inspections etc Robyn and Melissa will deliver a professional standard of service.

Robyn Campbell and Melissa Parry, Howick Office, 10 Uxbridge Rd, Howick Direct Dial 538 1227 Mobile 021 350 878

TILER

For Forsuperior superiorrecovering recovering of oflounge lounge& &dining diningsuites, suites, lazyboys,antiques, antiques, squabs squabs lazyboys, Huge fabric selection with Huge fabric selection with over30,000 30,000choices choices over Workmanship guaranteed guaranteed Workmanship FREE in-home quotes with Polishing fabrics and Repairs Email and details to: FREEphotos pick-up and delivery briar@stackpoles.co.nz Polishing & Repairs TalkTalk to Briar, Julie or Nick to Julie or Nick

Ph:274-8585 274-8585 PH:

WATERBLASTING

Exterior

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

021366615 / 0508932532

✓ Specialist waterblasting

& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows ✓ Domestic & commercial ✓ Low pressure bio-wash ✓ Professional presentation Call Nick 537 4602 or 029 7700581

CD140634

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

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

HOWICK OFFICE

WATERBLASTING Services, Driveways, paths, decks, FREE quote Reuben 027 323 8414

TREE SERVICES

A1 TREE HEDGE & STUMP Trees, hedges and stumps Trim’d, removed, chip’d Pruning/shaping, rubbish and Section clearing Phone 536 5955

WINDOW CLEANING AAA glass, frames, sills, in/out, free quotes. 7 days.

Ph/Txt 021 085 64 650 WINDOW cleaning. Best price. Phone Grant 533 0522 or 0211 576 963

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

WINDOWS in/out, exterior housewash, gutter clearing.

Exp operator. Phone Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 / 530 8136

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 021 217 8786 cathy.huang@raywhite.com

HOWICK - COCKLE BAY - MELLONS BAY 1 Bed Cheriton Rd $350 Sally 2 Bed Baird St $495 Cathy 3 Bed shrt term The Glebe $680 Sally 5 Bed Baird St $775 Cathy 5 Bed Mellons Bay Rd $795 Cathy 5 Bed Marine Parade $1,150 Cathy PAKURANGA - FARM COVE - SUNNYHILLS 2 Bed Rotoiti Ave $410 Cathy 2 Bed Wells Rd $445 Amny 2 Bed Cascades Rds $450 Amny 2 Bed Stannilands St $495 Cathy 3 Bed Stannilands St $540 Amny 4 Bed Riverlea Ave $740 Cathy HALF MOON BAY - BUCKLANDS BEACH - EASTERN BEACH 2 Bed Gills Rd $500 Amny 2 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $550 Amny 3 Bed Wycherley Dr $560 Amny 3 Bed Bucklands Beach Rd $675 Cathy 3 Bed Ganymede $720 Cathy NORTHPARK 5 Bed Stellamaris Way $810 Cathy FLATBUSH - EAST TAMAKI - DANNEMORA - BOTANY - BURSWOOD 3 Bed Heathridge Pl $590 Cathy 4 Bed Tsar Court $690 Amny 4 Bed Coleraine Pl $690 Cathy 4 Bed Chapel Rd $690 Cathy 4 Bed Noble Ct $700 Cathy 4 Bed Nad Pl $720 Cathy 3 Bed Powercourt Dr $820 Amny 6 Bed Fong Rd $890 Cathy MARAETAI 5 Bed Pinebrook Lane $950 Cathy TAKANINI 3 Bed Takanini Rd $390 Amny 3 Bed Station Rd $460 Amny 3 Bed Gatland Rd $540 Amny 3 Bed Hakawai Ave $570 Robyn/Melissa ST JOHNS PARK 3 Bed Panapa Dr $900 Cathy

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

HALF MOON BAY - BUCKLANDS BEACH 3 Bed Darren Cres $530 4 Bed Gills Rd $620 4 Bed Vanbrugh Pl $670 5 Bed Hayes Pl $1,000

Cathy Cathy Cathy Cathy

Licensed (REAA 2008)

BOTANY OFFICE

20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre Lloyd Reardon

DDI 216 99 61 Mob 021 887 811 - lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com Sam Carr DDI 538 1237 / 021 422 177 - sam.carr@raywhite.com

FLAT BUSH - DANNEMORA 1 Bed Murphys Rd $480 2 Bed Annalong Rd $550 5 Bed Stornaway $780 6 Bed Flat Bush School Rd $600 HALF MOON BAY 3 Bed Dianne Louise Dr $600

Lloyd Lloyd Lloyd Lloyd Lloyd

PAKURANGA OFFICE 102 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga Lloyd Reardon

DDI 216 99 61 Mob 021 887 811 - lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com Sam Carr DDI 538 1237 / 021 422 177 - sam.carr@raywhite.com

PAKURANGA 3 Bed Carole Cres HOWICK - HIGHLAND PARK 5 Bed Drake St 3 Bed Dorrit Ln COCKLE BAY 4 Bed Pah Rd

$500

Lloyd

$640 $730

Lloyd Lloyd

$750

Lloyd

FLATBUSH OFFICE

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

DANNEMORA - FLAT BUSH - BURSWOOD 4 Bed Srah Pl $620 4 Bed Brookview Dr $750 5 Bed Kawa Dr $1050 PAKURANGA 4 Bed Wanaka Pl $595 KARAKA 3 Bed Jesmond Rd $680

Steven Steven Steven Steven Steven

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, Howick, Dannemora, Half Moon Bay and Pakuranga offices

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

Ph: 271 8055 • Fax: 271 8056 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

CD260958

L5F014

CD229507

CD237017

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

Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232

MATHS PHYSICS Calculus Stats Chem. Tutor NCEA/ Camb. Ph 250 4422 or 021 107 2851

0800 696 874

TO LEASE

Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs

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

CD155540

Plumbing

BE BUG-FREE

Kids afternoons Adults evenings Contact Hiroshi 534 1776 (h) 021 060 6006 (m)

LESSONS FROM $20 Private, professional,affordable.

Competitions, practical and theory exams.

We have teachers in your area. (Est 63 yrs)

Browse our digital papers online www.times.co.nz both current and past issues

EASTERN BEACH 2 brm spac. house, conserv. newly refurb, $470pwk Ph John 0210320467

TO LET

CD255813

♦

Handy Andy

PEST CONTROL

Jim 0800 38 38 48

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 ♦

CD155961

WALLPAPERING specialist. Strip, hang, Ph Andrew 027 4600048 or 5244 111

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

TILING

THE TILE GUYFloor & Wall Tiling. Certified Waterproofing.Stonemason by trade.

30yr exp. 0210311899

PAINTER int/ext roof, free quote, qual work Korean Painters. Charlie 027 245 0807

PAINT 30 yrs + exp, tradesman. Interiors, exteriors, house washing and wallpaper hanging Ph Harold 021 658 222

UPHOLSTERERS

Ph: 0800 789 248

KP87651

Hot Water Cylinders Bathroom/Kitchen Renovations Roof Leaks General Maintenance All Work Guaranteed

PAINTER Internal and external. 35 yrs exper in your area. Ph Roger Parker 021951634

PAINTER Tradesman, interior/exterior. Immediate start. Phone 027 474 1875

BRUCE (021) 653-425

BRUCE534-2595 (021) 653-425 534-2595 Also Pauanui

KIDS KARATE

PIANO - KEYBOARD GUITAR - VIOLIN VOICE - DRUMS

10 Uxbridge Road, Howick - Ph 538 0680

PAINTER/Plasterer & handyman 30 yrs+ exp Ph Muzza 577-2989/0276770294

Remove stumps the easy way.

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish

CD197785

PAINTER, Decorator int/ ext 32 yrs exp, quality work, FREE quotes Ph 0274990973

STUMP GRINDING STUMP GRINDING Remove stumps the easy way.

K54154

ADAM OXLEY

PAINTER

Interior/exterior painting High quality workmanship Plastering Free quotes.

Phone Kenny 021 897 445

RUBBISH REMOVAL

For Hot Water Cylinder Repairs

CD48042

ALL painting projects, int/ ext, long time local trusted tradesman, using only quality paint and products, for a long lasting, great looking finish ph Doug Plimer 537 1362, 021 1583260

CD246999

WALLWORKS

Ph Wayne 272 2632 021 137 3409

GARDEN Household & General, also garden work & waterblasting.

Fast, friendly service. Ph Peter 021 393384

1st

30yrs Exp, Painting & Paperhanging

TREES

DRUM tuition, beg-adv.

Prof tutor Ph: 535-8170

ABSOLUTELY the best relaxing sport & deep tissue massage. Clean & warm.

Your 1st choice. Ph 576 1472

RUBBISH REMOVALS

arrowplumbing.nz

For superior professional service, free no obligation quotes.

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

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

Local Master Plumbers 24/7

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

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

Phone Sam 021 770 717

Drums Guitar Bass Guitar Piano Keyboard Clarinet Saxophone Ph Ph:021 021879 879870 870

TO LET

CD190820

Doors/Door Repairs

TREES & Stumps, chipping, est.1967, free quotes, low rates Terry NZ Arbor 530 8741, 0274 989080

ROOFING

LOCKSMITHS

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

Year 1 to 13 Maths and English 30 Years Experience Top NZ Qualified, Fun, Friendly teacher and University Lecturer

CD180708

PLUMBERS

PLUMBER Certified 23+yrs exp. New or RENO work/ Hot Water cylinders. Brad 022 671 8125

PHIL’S TREE & STUMP GRINDING

KB2051 E3C026

Silver Medal DESIGN Winner CONSTRUCTION Ellerslie MAINTENANCE Flowershow

SOLID Plastering, all exterior finishes, over 30yrs exp. Ph Bruce 021 981812

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

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

CD258536

Terry’s

ANY Plastering/ Painting!

In/out. Lge/sml jobs, small holes repaired New homes/ factories. Joe 021 027 03803

K58038

AFFORDABLE plastering.

New work & alterations.

Skimming, cove & gib fixing. Ph Phil 021 521 403

LOCAL Master Plumber, Gasfitter, Drainlayer. Over 20yrs exp. competitive rates, excell customer service. Call Steve at Majestic Plumbing Ltd 021 625378

Music LESSONS Lessons MUSIC

CD45807

PLASTERERS

PATHS, car pking pads, paving, retain walls, decks, fencing, no job too small, free quotes, 20yrs exp +.

Graham 02242 71195

LANDSCAPES Ph: 535 9155 thebehersings@xtra.co.nz

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

CD166407

LANDSCAPING

All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area

CD260812

HANDYMAN decorator, gardening, odd jobs, Chem house wash, anything considered Mark 021 280 4489

and drainage Hot water cylinders Bathrooms, kitchens New and repairs

MATHS TUTOR

BRANCH MANAGER

HEALTH & BEAUTY

CD143001

CD243734

TUITION

CD258947

We will assemble for you!

Ph 0274 945 447 or 534 8404

Patios - Driveways BBQ areas - Turf blocks Swimming Pools Landscaping Digger and Bobcat Excavations

TUITION

K54146

Flat pack specialists

Hill Plumbing Certifying plumbing, gas

Paving Specialists

TREE SERVICES

H3X019

An experienced gentleman with years of experience in additions, renovations, wallpapering & painting etc.

All other work considered also...

PLUMBERS

KB2051

PAVING

SS78394

HANDYMEN

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 21

CLASSIFIEDS

22 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018

The Depot, Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga

Phone 533 6360 or Email: deearna@lifekidz.org.nz

Wednesda 9am - 12p ys m

"Children are confident, explore freely and are trusting of adults and helpful towards other children. They play and learn at a relaxed pace in a calm, supportive environment.. The centre is well resourced with Montessori activities. Teachers interact with children with respect and courtesy valuing children’s cultural backgrounds, are inclusive, and prepare the environment to meet children's learning needs..." ERO Report Oct 2016

* Pakuranga Montessori Learning Centre reserves the right to clarify the contents of this advertisement

CHILDCARE 1:5 ratio 8.45 - 3.15 20 ECE hours available

Email or b ri relevant c ng in the o form and wmpleted place it in e will the edition of next the Howick Pakuranga and Times also online in digital versour ion for only

2-5 year olds

$115+gst.

Sessions 3hours full days

per insertio

n

Let us support you to develop your child through their natural interests

We accept donations of: Good Used Furniture Household Goods • Clothing

24 hours on site care

Open 6 Days

0800 677 467 Pick Up Service Available

WANTED TO BUY

Furniture Wanted $$$

We pay cash!!

$$$

Single Items

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY (Never known to fail) O Most Beautiful Flower of Mt. Carmel, Fruit of the Vine, Splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, Assist me in my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity There are none that can withstand your power.

O help me and show me herein you are my Mother.

O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times).

Oh Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (3 times) Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen.

The prayer must be said for 3 days and the request will be granted and the prayer must be published.

Thanks for prayers answered.

VSK cd245818

Deceased Estate House Lots Retiring or Moving Overseas?

Don’t have a Garage Sale!!

Call Us Now! 0800 677 467 09 576 1507

Pick Up Service Available

WANTED to buy gold silver damaged & unwanted jewellery. We pay cash for old gold & silver items. Highland Park Jewellers. Shop, 1 Highland Park Shopping Center Ph 537-5656

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7856 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Test. 7, Caribbean. 8, Need. 9, Brag. 10, Trim. 11, Carp.

14, Antithesis. 16, Chinchilla. 19, Must. 22, Hilt. 24, Show. 25, Echo.

26, Mine-layer. 27, Keen.

Down - 1, Tonic. 2, Swear. 3, Carrot. 4, Midget. 5, Abet. 6, Malicious. 12, Arthritis. 13, Pain. 15, Edam. 17, Hussar. 18, Looter.

20, Uncle. 21, Thorn. 23, Trek.

CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7856 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, No-d-s (rev.). 7, For my part. 8, Mind. 9, (d)Ella(c) (rev.). 10, (macin)Tosh. 11, S-top. 14, App-aren’t-ly. 16, Imperative.

19, Digs. 22, Know. 24, Tick. 25, Sang. 26, House name. 27, P-lot.

Down - 1, Nimes (anag.). 2, Din-go. 3, Roll up. 4, I’m-pair. 5, Spot.

6, Br-istl-ing. 12, Tor-mentor. 13, Page. 15, Ne-e-d. 17, At-ten-d.

18, Inco-me. 20, In a-L-l. 21, Si-g-ht (rev.). 23, W-I-S-E.

Manukau East Council of Social Services Inc. 2018 A.G.M. Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of Manukau East Council of Social Services Inc., (MECOSS), will be held in the Haseler Hall (underneath the All Saints’ Church), corner of Selwyn Road and The Glebe, Howick, on Tuesday, 8 May 2018 at 6:30pm.

We will have a guest speaker and light refreshments will be served.

Everyone is welcome. We do hope you can join us.

For catering puposes, please let us know if you will be in attendance by emailing

admin@mecoss.org.nz

PETS

CAT DOORS Visit our website: www.times.co.nz Updated every issue

Dog and Cat Boarding Dog Grooming Doggy Day Care Pick up/Drop off service Free day care with all grooms

9 Ben Lomond Cres

in good condition

PERSONAL

Some vacancies still available

$105 FITTED Ph 265 2941

HAYNE’S GLASS Special Conditions Apply

BUSINESS FOR SALE ESTABLISHED Garden business part or full time, full support, Ph Robert 0274 990513

Notice is hereby given of an

Extraordinary General Meeting

of the above association to be held Saturday 26th May 2018 in the Club Rooms Wellington St, Howick at 10:00am Agenda: To vote on the motion “That the Howick Returned and Services Association (Inc) become a Registered Charity” No further items This meeting is called by the Executive Committee of the RSA and is dated the 31 April 2018

Email times.co.nz e ifi class ds@ e your d (inclu ber) phone num055 8 1 7 Ph: 2 s.co.nz www.time

East Health Trust PHO Asian Community Representative to the Board of Trustees

East Health Trust is a Primary Health Organisation who represent a group of primary health care providers to coordinate and improve health care across the Howick, Pakuranga, Botany, Bucklands Beach, Beachlands/Maraetai, Ormiston and Flat Bush communities.

Our current incumbent has committed to stand for re-appointment. The Trust’s deed requires us to seek further nominations which are now open for submission.

This role represents and promotes the views, interests and ethnicity of the wider community in respect to health programmes we run as well as broader social issues, and advocates for primary health services that reflect our population.

Candidates will have well developed links into the community and an understanding of local issues to support them in this governance role.

Time commitment includes: Board of Trustees Minimum of six, 4 hour, meetings per annum (usually 1-5pm on Fridays) plus preparation.

If you have governance experience, superior communication and interpersonal skills, and a keen interest in improving the health system then we’d like to hear from you.

To apply please send a letter of application and your curriculum vitae to lorettah@easthealth.co.nz Or post to: CEO, Loretta Hansen East Health Trust PHO PO Box 38 248, Howick 2145 Applications close Tuesday 31 May 2018

Ph: 271 8055 • Fax: 271 8056 • Email classifieds@times.co.nz

CD260998

CD259479

Call now - Sherilyn 576 4447 - 027 273 9169 badenuff@xtra.co.nz

LIQUOR LICENCE DUE?

Furniture • Household Goods Antiques • Quality Used Clothing

E: pinkys.boarding@xtra.co.nz - www.pinkys.co.nz

rough Don’t pay th r your fo e s o n the nce liquor lice ent m e advertis

Small - Caring - Educational

8’s Enuff

1. In accepting an advertisement for publication and in publishing it we are doing so in consideration of and relying on the advertisers express warranty, the truth of which is essential. a. That the advertisement complies in all ways with the Advertising Codes of Practice issued by the Advertising Standards Authority inc (ASA) and with every other code or industry standard relating to advertising in New Zealand b. The published advertisement will not give rise to any liability on our part or in a claim being made against us. c. That the advertisement is misleading or deceptive or likely to mislead or deceive or breaches the Fair Trading Act 1986 that is defamatory or indecent or which otherwise offends against generally accepted community standards that infringes a copyright or trademark or otherwise infringes any intellectual or industrial property rights that breaches any provision of any statute, regulation, by law or other rule or law .

2. Where the advertiser utilises any aspect of our creative/design services in the production of an advertisement (including photographic work) the advertiser acknowledges that we own the copyright in such work and that such work is not work for which a commissioning payment has been made or agreed.

3. The advertiser agrees to indemnify us against all losses or costs arising directly or indirectly from any breach of those warranties by the advertiser and from any costs incurred in our making corrections or amendments in accordance with the terms that follow.

4.We may refuse to publish, or withdraw an advertisement from publications without having to give a reason.

5. We may publish the advertisement on the next available day if there is an error or delay in publication of the advertising as booked.

6. We may correct or amend advertising to conform to style or for other genuine reason as long as we do so using reasonable care.

7. The guarantees contained in the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 are excluded where the advertiser acquires, or holds himself out as acquiring, goods or services from us for the purpose of a business.

8. The advertiser must tell us as soon as possible if there is an error or omission in any advertisement the advertiser has placed. We will not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss from an error (which includes ommission, negligence, system or press failure, mistake, misclassification, early, late or non insertion of advertisement or loss or delay in the delivery of replies) and if we are found to have any direct liability for any circumstance that liability is limited to the cost of the space of the advertisement.

9. To cancel an advertisement a cancellation number must be obtained from us.

Times Newspaper Limited, Level 1, The Lane, Botany Town Centre. Auckland

We sell:

4/302 Te Irirangi Dr, Botany South Ph 09 265 2865

CD261023

CD248874

71 Udys Road, Pakuranga (behind St Peter’s Anglican Church) Phone: 09 213 1866 - 021 710 065 Email: pmontessori2014@gmail.com

ADVERTISING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Johnston Lily (Lillian) Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 17th April 2018 at Landsdowne Hospital, age 91.

Mother of Andrew, Carol and Helen. Proud grandmother of many grandchildren. Ready to meet her maker.

The family would like to thank the staff of Lansdowne Hospital for their care.

A service was held on Sunday 22nd April and burial took place on Monday 23rd April.

All communications to Helen Johnston 32 Grosvenor Drive, Matamata 3400. No flowers by request, donations can be made to Israel.

K54091

• Fun, nurturing, Montessori inspired learning environment • NZ qualified and experienced Teachers • Open Hours: Full year, Monday to Friday 7.30am-5.30pm • Specially designed programme to cater for varied learning needs • Full time (2 & over) and sessions (2-3yrs old only) for 2-6yr olds • Morning tea, afternoon tea and late afternoon snack provided • 20 hour ECE subsidy available

SOMERVILLE 10 Sharples Pl, Sat 5, 7-1pm, hh.items, coffee tble, lamps, golf etc

FOR SALE

PINKYS PET BOARDING AND GROOMING

CD261070

PAKURANGA MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE

PAKURANGA, 57b Ben Lomond Cres, Sat 5, 7-noon, NZ Reps, All Star Fame Cheerleaders fundraising trip to Australia

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500

CD202016

OPEN DAY

HOWICK, 7 Larkin Pl, Sat 5, 8am, h.hgoods, ornaments, phones, kids stuff, clothes

CD261018

Specially for children with special needs and behavioural concerns Does your child need extra support than what they’re receiving from their current programme?

High staff to child ratio e r a C Activities include: outdoor/indoor play, Special off site outings, art, games, r fo ! z d i K cooking, relaxation, music, Special movies and so much more!! * Pick-up from local schools available Call us or drop in today to find out how we can help!

Carer Support Days, WINZ Subsidy (OSCAR Approved)

PETS

CD257512

CD250668

School Holiday and After School Programmes

DEATHS

CD227945

IT’S ALL ABOUT KIDS

GARAGE SALES

www.times.co.nz

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 — 23

Youngsters attend national swim camp A

group of budding young Kiwi swim stars came together over the weekend for a three day camp.

The coveted Jetstar Super Swim Squad brought together 36 youngsters from around New Zealand for the annual camp. The swimmers qualified for a place in the squad by winning their age group in the 200m OceanKids event at one of six qualifying events in the Banana Boat New Zealand Ocean Swim Series.

The youngsters were mentored by a stellar coaching line up headlined by three-time Olympian Dean Kent. Dean will be supported

by Olympic swimmer/canoeist Steven Ferguson, Commonwealth Games swimmers Laura Quilter and Ellen Quirke, and respected surf lifesaving swim coach Jack Gavin.

Robin Crowe, father of squad members Ella and Grace Crowe, says; “The Jetstar Super Swim Squad is a fantastic opportunity for children to be trained by top New Zealand swimmers and to develop long-lasting friendships with other children that they will swim with for years to come. All the kids have loved it, they have the biggest smiles on their faces and the coaches this year have been fantastic.”

The aim of the camp is to back New Zealand’s future swim stars by offering expert tuition to develop their technical skills and help them to build confidence by providing an opportunity to meet and talk with a range of high-performance athletes.

Etienne Hill, Pakuranga United Rugby Club Prem Development’s No 9 makes the tackle in less-than-ideal conditions. Pakuranga Development won 28-0.

Photo Brad James

Pak tame western foes

Heavy rain didn’t take the shine of the Pakuranga United Rugby Club (PURC) Premiers’ performance against Waitakere City on Saturday. Pakuranga won 57-0.

While the drenched pitch levelled the game out for the first 15-20 minutes, with good ball skills and patience Pakuranga started to gain control, said premiers coach Chad Hopa.

Comfortably up 31-0, changes were made with all players receiving good

minutes.

“With 14 players unavailable for the game due to injuries, it was good to see no further players in the casualty ward and a few players looking to return to action when we face Marist at home this coming weekend,” Hopa said.

Point scorers: ■■ Try scorers - Fatongia Paea 3 (leading the try scorer for the season), Michael McBeath, Jerry Samania, Mafi Lagaaia, William Rew 2 (also player of the day), Ben Higgins; Conversion – Rupert Van der Pol 5, Cameron James 1

L-R) East Auckland swimmers Ella Crowe, Danielle Asiata, Samuel Asiata, Judd Brown and Grace Crowe. They are pictured with Olympic swimmer/canoeist, Steven Ferguson, and Commonwealth Games swimmer, Laura Quilter.

Photo / Mark Leedom

Hawkins to pay $13m for defects Psychological drama at HLT

By Nick Krause A construction company has been ordered to pay up more than $13 million to remedy massive and widespread leaky building defects at Botany Downs Secondary School.

The order was made in a High Court judgment against H Construction North Island Ltd – formerly Hawkins Construction North Island Ltd – by Justice Downs.

The judgment notes the school opened in 2004 and has 1906 students and 118 teachers. Hawkins built the school’s buildings between

2003 and 2009. The plaintiffs – the Minister of Education, the Secretary for Education and the school’s Board of Trustees – contend nine buildings leak because of a host of construction defects – and will cost more than $17m to repair.

They argued Hawkins was liable in negligence to meet this cost. “Hawkins accepts the buildings suffer what it refers to as ‘issues’ and related poor workmanship,” the judgment says. “But it submits they comply with the Building Code. Hawkins contends its contractual relationship with the plaintiffs precludes

liability in negligence in any event.”

Justice Downs said in his summary that Hawkins is liable to pay the cost of remedying defects (specified in the 88 page judgment).

Hawkins must pay the plaintiffs $13,424,967.40 and GST. “The sum is not small but Hawkins was paid approximately $28m to build the school,” Justice Downs says.

“Pupils and teachers have not had the benefit of healthy code-compliant buildings for eight years and the award reflects the amount necessary to repair the school.”

By Kelly Teed Audiences of Howick Little Theatre’s latest production can expect to be glued to their seats in the latest psychological thriller.

Written by Hugh Mills in 1956, The House

By The Lake follows Maurice and his sister, Stella, who make plans to murder their stepbrother due to his interfering in their finances and how he’s made his brother lose his job.

As they go about executing their plan, Maurice’s wife Janet stumbles across some conclusive evidence of their plan and Maurice decides she must be done away with, too.

But not all is as it seems – director Andrew Gordon says the heroes and villains of the story are very convoluted which leads to a “fantastic, gripping story on stage.”

Gordon, whose theatre background stems from acting, speaks

highly of both the cast and crew of the production.

“It’s fantastic acting, the set is amazing – we have a fantastic designer and it’s a wonderful job with the lights, it feels as if you’re right there in the mood with the actors.

“It’s very much on the edge-of-your-seat stuff.”

■■ House By The Lake is on at HLT on May 5 to 26, 8pm. Matinees May 6, 13, 2pm. Tickets available from iticket.co.nz.

Honouring the Fallen Many shops, schools and outlets paid tribute in some way to our fallen soldiers prior to Anzac Day. Among them was Howick Library and the new bookstore in Howick Village, Poppies.

The small shell in the Poppies window was loaned by Mary Lenton (pictured) and stands beside a huge bronze shell case from Howick Antiques.

Meanwhile Times’ Janine Hickmore came across this nice display at Howick Library.

KC13452

TIMES | THURSDAY 03

FISHING GUIDE: Sunrise & Sunset; Best Fishing Times; High Tides; Moonrise & Moonset.

FRIDAY 04

SATURDAY 05

JH12600-V2

Sponsored by: PH 09 576 2764

SUNDAY 06

MONDAY 07

TUESDAY 08

WEDNESDAY 09

Rise 7:01am Set 5:33pm

Rise 7:02am Set 5:32pm

Rise 7:03am Set 5:31pm

Rise 7:04am Set 5:30pm

Rise 7:05am Set 5:29pm

Rise 7:05am Set 5:29pm

Rise 7:06am Set 5:27pm

1:23am to 3:23am 1:47pm to 3:47pm 9:41am 10:07pm Rise 7:57pm Set 9:35am

2:11am to 4:11am 2:36pm to 4:36pm 10:23am 10:48pm Rise 8:41pm Set 10:29am

3:00am to 5:00am 3:24am to 5:24am 11:03am 11:30pm Rise 9:30pm Set 11:19am

3:48am to 5:48am 4:12am to 6:12pm 11:45am Rise 10:21pm Set 12:06pm

4:36am to 6:36am 5:00pm to 7:00pm 12:14am 12:28pm Rise 11:14pm Set 12:48pm

5:23am to 7:23am 5:46pm to 7:46pm 01:01am 1:15pm Set 1:26pm

6:09am to 8:09am 6:32pm to 8:32pm 1:53am 2:06pm Rise 12:10am Set 2:02am

TO CATCH MORE FISH VISIT MARINE SCENE

www.times.co.nz/sports

www.times.co.nz

24 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, May 3, 2018 FOLLOW US ON

Pakuranga pile on the points Page 23

facebook.com/TimesOnlineNZ

Welcome back to our Kiwi Ko A

t last, a Lydia Ko triumph to give heart to a country which has quickly grown to love its South Korean-born golfing sweetheart.

That she should achieve it a few days after her 21st birthday in the Mediheal Championship on the same tricky San Francisco course she had won two Swinging Skirts tournaments made it more special. Especially so when coming almost two years since enjoying her last victory when she was world No 1.

A lot of water has passed under the bridge since, along with coaches and caddies and a different set of clubs as she sought perfection in a sport that is notorious for it treacherous twists.

Many experts with far greater expertise than me have offered reasons why Ko’s game dismantled to such an extent she dropped in the rankings to No 18.

Certainly many of us have wondered, beyond understanding her need to improve the length of her drive, why she wanted to change a wheel that had won her professional tournaments since she was 14.

Some, like highly-rated American coach David Leadbetter, claimed it was parental control that took her away from him when she enjoyed so much success.

While the length of her drive did

Agnew’s Angle increase, it remained far short of the biggest hitters on the LPGA circuit. And her putting stroke didn’t appear as fluent as it had been.

Which could have had a lot to do with decreasing confidence.

Many years ago I read an article relating to a group of highlyrespected psychologists who came to the conclusion that perfectionists were under-achievers.

Having achieved so much at such a tender age, only a fool would claim lovely Lydia is an under-achiever.

However the theory could partially explain her losing her magic touch over the past few years.

That she should regain her Midas touch in such spectacular fashion on the playoff 18th hole with an eagle against Aussie Minjee Lee’s birdie was a magnificent achievement worthy of such a special sportswoman.

Hopefully this signals a bright new era in a women’s game that has grown immensely thanks to the injection of so many incredibly gifted young players who have been encouraged by Lydia’s preco-

Lydia Ko celebrates after winning the LPGA Mediheal Championship in California on Sunday.

cious success.

Whereas she was one of a kind, now she is one of a half-dozen.

Hopefully this long-awaited latest victory will give her the confidence to regain Queen Bee status ahead of so many, mainly Asian, princesses.

Splat!

That’s the egg on my face for singing the praises of the Warriors for their thrilling NRL win against the Dragons before the mighty Melbourne Storm thrashed them 50-20

after a short turnaround.

Full credit to the victors and champion coach Greg Bellamy for their near-perfect execution and making me eat humble pie. But I’m sticking to my belief the Warriors will bounce back and make the top eight playoffs.

Meanwhile with the exception of the hapless Blues, NZ Super Rugby teams know how to snatch hardfought wins with flattering scorelines.

BRAINSTORM TUITION Director Bill Porter B.A. M.Phil (Hons) Auckland University

MATHS, ENGLISH, SCIENCE & STATISTICS TUITION CAMBRIDGE & NCEA Some amazing achievements by my students: David Dulina Aidan Mehtab Cynthia Bloom Anahita Lorenzo Kayomi Paige Spencer Anthony Max Inayat

96% for latest year 9 milestone - promoted to the accelerated class 95% for IGCSE Maths 87% for IGCSE Maths (Aidan was only in year 10 last year) 89% for A level maths 93% for year 11 Combined Sciences 87% for IGCSE Biology Excellence endorsement in both Science & Maths (year 11) Excellence for level 2 Maths 84% for AS Biology, 82% for AS Chemistry Excellence for year 13 formal inference internal 2nd in class year 10 Algebra Excellence for year 11 linear Algebra internal Excellence for mid-year exam (1 of 2 students to achieve this) 92% for year 12 AS Cambridge maths

TESTIMONIALS:

“I think he has got a lot out of the sessions with you, it makes a huge difference getting help from someone who actually knows how to teach” “An update on Jaimee, she got Level 2 Math Endorsed with Merit, which she wouldn’t have achieved without the work you did with her. She is maintaining Merit for her topic tests and internals so far this year, she feels it is because you gave her a solid foundation last year which has taken her well into this year” “We believe, your tips and guidance enabled him to do well” “Thank you very much for everything you did for him” “I’m sure that your maths lessons really helped” For a complete list, go to www.brainstormtuition.com

Exams are only 5 months away!

ENROL NOW Enrol now and take advantage of discount rates for paying a term in advance (see next column).

Parents should note that NCEA students are doing ongoing internal assessments during the term which count for credits in exactly the same way as do end of year exams so these should be taken very seriously, especially by those students seeking merits and excellences.

Enrol now to do practice tests and to find out what the examiners are looking for when you write your answers.

Photo edition.cnn.com

Last round Hurricanes magic overcame the tenacious Sunwolves 43-15, Manasa Mataele’s brilliance spearheaded the Crusaders’ 21-8 win against the Brumbies and Lima Sopoaga’s penalty at the death killed the John Mitchell-coached Bulls 29-28.

Four wins to keep all four in the top six but all four will concede they were far from perfect.

■ Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer and author

TEACHING STYLE: Our first goal is to help the students understand what is going on in class so that they can take an interest in it and not feel embarrassed. This usually involves giving them some background in the fundamentals of the topic and setting homework so that they gain confidence and don’t forget how to do it by the next week. If they are ok with what is happening in class we can then cover any other topics which they had trouble with previously.

Once all that is done we can start looking at exam papers and learning some exam techniques.

We use the “Socratic” method of teaching wherein we mostly keep asking questions until the light dawns. (We love that moment when a smile slowly spreads across their face and we know that they have got it.) When students feel that they are working something out for themselves it keeps them more involved and they remember it for longer. If we think of the mind as a muscle, it also strengthens that muscle for when it is needed in exams, effectively increasing their IQ. Hence the comment of one of my students that: “Mr Porter explains things well and makes it fun!”

Fees: Casual 10 Hours 20 Hours

$ 50 per hour $450 ($45 per hour) Fees must be paid in advance $800 ($40 per hour)

Term Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Tuesday & Thursday Saturday Sunday

3.30pm - 5.30pm 3.30pm - 7.30pm 1.00pm - 3.00pm 11.00am - 1.00pm

Expert Tutors Small Classes Limited Spaces BOOK NOW LOCATION: 35 Macleans Rd opposite Macleans College

CD2037

ENROL NOW

Call 533 9092 or 021 254 0350 Email: bill@brainstormtuition.com www.BrainstormTuition.com