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DETERMINED: Faye Braddock hopes the stem cell treatment will allow her to be a fully active mother to her children.

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ost of us know the feeling of walking into a room and forgetting what we went in for, or not being able to think of the right word in a sentence, or being so tired all you want to do is sleep. For most of us, those are mild inconveniences. But for sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis, those sim-

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we need you: Getting ready for the ANZAC Poppy Day campaign, Howick RSA organiser Colin Smith is calling for more hands on deck. Times photo Wayne Martin

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he run-up to the annual Anzac Poppy Day is in full swing at Howick RSA and, as is the case every year, more volunteers will be welcomed to help spread the load. Colin Smith has been planning this for several months. The campaign got underway last week when boxes of poppies were delivered to 40 schools throughout the Howick Ward. For the 13th year Macleans College students will take poppy and collection boxes around businesses throughout the East Tamaki industrial area. And on Monday boxes of 100 poppies along with collection boxes will be dropped off to a myriad of businesses throughout the ward, including retail shops, banks, doctors’ rooms, tennis club, garden centres and cafes. Every year the RSA establishes key collection points in shopping malls throughout the ward and it is here there can never be enough volunteers. They are needed to man the booths on four two-hour shifts, from 8.30am-4.30pm on Poppy Day. “We are always very grateful to the volunteers,” Mr Smith said. “We never have enough but it spreads the load. People can always bring a partner or a friend to share the shift.” ■■ Volunteers prepared to man RSA booths on Poppy Day in the Howick Ward on April 21, can phone the Howick RSA on 534-9702 or send an email to admin@howickrsa.co.nz or leave a name and time on the RSA notice board.

Local student wins big in Brazilian JuJitsu Pakuranga College student Liam James, 15, won big in the Brazillian JuJitsu No Gi Nationals in the weekend. The Year 12 student won gold in the event, taking Liam James out the title of national champion for his division. James, who trained up to 10 hours a week in the lead up to the competition has been doing martial arts since the age of 6. In 2009, he won the Taekwondo full contact Nationals and was the National champion in his division in WTF [World Taekwondo Federation] taekwondo.

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Young, determined and passionate By FARIDA MASTER

here are around 4000 things you need to know and learn about the job, outgoing National MP for Pakuranga Maurice Williamson told his 25-year-old replacement. That hasn’t fazed Simeon Brown, the newly selected National Party candidate for Pakuranga. Mr Brown turns turns 26 on Saturday. After spending a couple of Sundays learning the ropes from the seasoned politician, Mr Brown smiles saying “now there are only around 3996 things more to learn,” from his predecessor. Mr Williamson leaves for a diplomatic posting in Los Angeles in July. “All politics is local,” says Mr Brown. “As long as you surround yourself with good people and stay grounded and connected to people who put you there, you can serve the community well. “Being young I have the energy and the determination. I am committed to working for a long time.” Having spent his childhood looking up to his grandfather who has been a vital part of local government in Eketahuna in the Tararua district, he says political discussions were part and parcel of his upbringing. He moved to Auckland from Rotorua at the age of 12. He also

gives credit to his mother who has always been community-minded. “From a very early age, she instilled a sense of how important it is to serve the community. She encouraged me to get involved – which has underpinned my political aspiration,” he says. Mr Brown takes pride in the fact that as deputy chair of the Local Board in Manurewa from 2013 to 2016, he worked closely with the council on regional issues that included the Unitary Plan. Pioneering the first Youth Council under Auckland City Council is another accomplishment he is proud of. “I also pushed for the policy against synthetic cannabis and legal highs which weren’t regulated substances and being sold around school areas. “I got personally involved and pushed for a change in law. There was even a shop in Moore Street in Howick that was selling it and had to be closed down,” says Mr Brown, who has a conjoint degree in Law and Commerce from Auckland University. Soon to step down from his role as a commercial banker dealing with small-to-medium sized businesses at the Bank of New Zealand in Highbrook, he says he would like to wear out his shoes, door-knocking and getting to know what people want in his electorate. With a very supportive wife Rebecca who he met at a leader-

Police launch homicide inquiry Police have launched a homicide investigation after a death in Pakuranga on Tuesday evening. The victim has been named as 22-year-old Chozyn Koroheke. A large number of police were called to an address on Pakuranga Rd shortly after 5pm on Tuesday. Senior Sergeant Emeil Logan of Counties

Manukau Police said one person had been taken to Middlemore Hospital in a critical and unstable condition, however a later statement confirmed a woman had died after being treated by paramedics. Police believe it was a domestic-related incident. It’s not yet clear what, if any, weapon was used.

READY: Simeon Brown, National Party’s candidate for Pakuranga in the 2017 General Election, at the Times office. Times photo Farida Master

ship conference in Wellington, the young couple plan to move house from Manurewa where they currently live, to Pakuranga. “Rebecca is Australian but we will ask everyone to forgive her for that,” he says with his trademark sense of humour. Justifying the relocation he says: “Even Maurice didn’t initially live in Pakuranga. He moved here from Mount Eden. “When I first talked to him he said you need to represent the value of Pakuranga, which I do. Pakuranga is a strong National Party electorate and I share the values of this very strong and resilient community. I am really passionate about serving them.”

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hey didn’t tell anyone about it just in case she got side-tracked with other pressing commitments. But when Deputy Prime Minister Paula Bennett made an appearance at Everyday Heroes in Botany Town Centre on Saturday, she surprised everyone by staying much longer than expected. The Minister of Police spent nearly two hours chatting with the community and police personnel at the event hosted by Counties Manukau Police and the town centre. Enjoying the entertainment at the town centre stage, she was in no hurry to leave for her next engagement in city central. “This is one of the best community events, there was such a buzz,” she told the Times. “It’s amazing how engaging the police are and how well they are reaching out and connecting with the community. Today is an important day where the community gets to see what the police do and the services they provide.” “Thank you to our men and women on the frontline keep-

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ing us safe,’ she tweeted from the Everyday Heroes event. On being asked how the Minister handles the pressure of juggling different portfolios of Police, Climate Change Issues, Tourism, State Services, and Women, the deputy leader of National Party said: “I think I have got the best portfolio in government. It’s easy because I have surrounded myself with very good people who know their job.” Making her job sound simple she brushed it off saying: “I don’t work more than 16 hours a day. And take half a day off in

a week.” The Everyday Heroes event had a carnival-type atmosphere with entertainment that included a Police Asian Dance group, Counties Manukau Police District Commander Choir, police dog display, Flow Academy of Motion, Baverstock Oaks School kapahaka group, Off Broadway Big Band and the Tatau Samoan dance group. There were plenty of families interested in learning more about mock crime scenes that demonstrated the techniques they use at serious crime incidents. Also spotted at the scene was little Henry, Jami-Lee Ross’s son trying to solve a mock crime case. The police dog display was another big hit with the crowd as was the Taser display and the St John stall that taught children cardiopulmonary resuscitation. District Commander, Superintendent John Tims and Counties Manukau East area commander Inspector Wendy Spiller both looked very pleased with the turnout and active public participation that made it worth the effort.

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Easter: Reframing life The Times today runs the first of a two-part series on Easter from the Howick Christian Leaders Network (HCLN) is a network of Christian Leaders representing over 70 churches working across the Howick ward area.

ometimes life seems so unfair. Scratch just beneath the surface and many of us struggle with issues of low self-esteem, disappointment and even injustice. We long for better relationships, more money and improved health, but some of the very things we need are just out of our reach. Sometimes that’s life. Other times people get in our way. They aren’t fair. It’s not right. We get mistreated. This isn’t the way things ought to be. And we’re left wondering what to do. Easter poses a major question for each of us: ‘what kind of world do we live in? What kind of world is this… and what is my place within it?’ For some, Easter marks the onset of winter and signals a time of increased struggle and stress. For others, it’s a time for a holiday, but even this doesn’t always erase the nagging questions - Is this life only about the survival of the fittest? Is my goal simply to become the richest rat in the rat race of New Zealand life?

What’s exciting about the life and death of Jesus Christ is that things are not always as they appear, even in our lives. History tells us Jesus was a real man who lived a real life in the small country of Israel over 2000 years ago. So what? But there are clues buried in His story that point to opportunities that you and I might never have imagined, and which can make a fundamental difference to the quality of our lives. Jesus died on the cross so that each of us could enter a loving relationship with God. It can seem odd when you first read or hear it. Why would Jesus do this? Death is rather extreme and usually permanent, but in this way Jesus defines what the ‘good life’ truly is - it’s about giving your life for the good of others. It’s the Anzac spirit. And yet, Jesus was framed. He was innocent of any crime and yet cruelly executed. Did you ever imagine that you were alone in your sufferings? Jesus knows what it’s like

to be hurt. Jesus knows what it’s like to be misunderstood and mistreated. He knows it’s not your fault. At the very heart of the universe is someone who has experienced great pain and empathises with our struggles. And this can reframe our lives in significant ways. Jesus rose from the dead – counter to normal expectations. But he showed us that death itself is not the final word. Life is. There is more to this life than meets the eye for the person who will look where the evidence of Easter points. Easter tells us that we have a God who loves us, who sacrificed Himself for us and who understands us on the inside. This life is not as bleak as we might imagine. There is always hope because of Him. Jesus said, “I have come that you might have life; life in all its richness” (John 10:10). Why not check out a church near you this Easter and find out the rest of the Easter story? ■■ Andrew Brown – Senior Minister, Pakuranga Baptist Church

Local schools claim Maadi medals Macleans College came away with two medals at the national school rowing championships the Maadi Cup regatta which finished at the weekend . Harry Newbury-Lee and Heath Shepherd won a silver medal in the boys’ U17 double sculls. Also stepping up to the podium were Zara Ely, Zoe Marais, Ffion Lewis, Georgia Anderson and coxswain Camille Dignadice who clinched a bronze medal in their girls’ U16 coxed quadruple sculls. Meanwhile Howick College did very well in only its second year of being a rowing school. The school had three boats progress to finals, with Rhian BlakeboroughKocisis and Annie Williamson winning silver in the A final of the U16 girls double sculls. These girls are making a name in

power play: Heath Shepherd, left, and Harry Newbury-Lee win silver in the Boys U17 double sculls at the Maadi Cup Rowing at Lake Karapiro on Friday. Times photo Wayne Martin

the sport and were part of the boat which placed 3rd at last year’s Maadi Cup. The boys were 2nd in their heat, first in repechage and 2nd in semifinal. Unfortunately, the boys U18 Novice Coxed Four had to withdraw from the A final due to illness. “However for them to make an A final in their first year was a great achievement,” the schools said. Howick College’s U16 girls coxed four was 5th in the B Final.

“Our rowers have been very fortunate to have had the support, mentoring and wealth of experience of the late Dudley Storey as their coach over the last couple of years, and they certainly did him proud at Lake Karapiro [last] week.” Saint Kentigern College rowers claimed a bronze medal in the Springbok shield U18 four. Their team comprised Tom Mills, Ethan Blight, Matt Kelly, Angus Wilson, Sam Ingleton (Coxswain) and coach Ben Hammond.

Young mum’s big battle ➤➤From page 1

There is no cure for MS, but an experimental treatment claims to be able to halt the illness in its tracks. Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (AHSCT) is a type of transplantation that uses the person’s own stem cells which are collected, stored in sub-zero temperatures and then replanted at a later date after a high dose of chemotherapy or immunosuppressive therapy. The immune system then begins to rebuild itself, theoretically with no memory of the MS disease. As the treatment is run out of a centre in Moscow, it comes with a lot of costs. The treatment itself costs roughly $74,000, the travel expenses are another $3000 and the MRI scans are around $5000 each. All up, it could cost around $95,000. But Ms Braddock says the treatment is her only choice. “The only way you can get [the treatment] without paying all this money is to go on a clinical trial and for that to happen you have to try three other types of disease modifying drugs for MS which don’t cure you but might stop you having quite so many relapses, or it might do nothing for you. “Then if you get to that stage, you have to be a certain stage of illness and a certain age. I’m not playing that game; I’m not taking that gamble.” It’s the thought of her young children, aged 4 and 6, who keep her determined to get better. “I’ve got two little children who I need to be there for. They still need me for quite a while and they need me fully functional.” Since the onset of the first partial loss of eyesight 14 years ago, she’s experienced many more including loss of balance and vertigo, shooting electrical shocks throughout her spine, cognitive issues, tingling/burning/icy sensations and numbness and mild to extreme fatigue. Over the past 18 months, she has also experienced increasing mobility problems. “MS will slowly continue to steal away my quality of life if I do not undergo HSCT. I have so much to live for and my young family deserve a mother who is there, fully capable and strong – no matter what they need from me,” she said. The waitlist for AHSCT treatment is normally between two to three years so when Ms Braddock was offered a cancellation for a spot in May,

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just months after applying, it was an opportunity she couldn’t turn down. “The way this illness behaves, you’ve got to stop it sooner rather than later. In three years time, who know how I may have deteriorated?” While AHSCT is still considered experimental by many medical professionals in the treatment of MS, Ms Braddock is confident in its results. She’s especially inspired by the story of Australian woman and previous MS sufferer, Kristi Cruise. Before the AHSCT treatment, Ms Cruise was confined to a wheelchair. Three years after receiving the treatment, she ran a marathon. As well as undertaking a range of fundraising activities alongside working and raising her children, Ms Braddock has a givealittle page which has so far raised more than $13,500. Ms Braddock says she’s been overwhelmed by the generosity and support of strangers in the community in helping her to get to Moscow. “Undergoing the treatment will mean I’ll have the chance to continue to live the wonderful life I have with my husband and young children and be safe in the knowledge that it will never be damaged further by MS again. “I’ve been so very lucky to have had what I’d consider to be minimal symptoms over the years. I feel like I’ve dodged many bullets but I won’t be looking down that barrel for much longer.” ■■ For more information on Faye’s journey, or to donate, visit: www.madestrongnz.com ■■ https://www.facebook.com/ Made-Strong-1710268162597445/ ■■ https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/ madestrong ■■ https://www.gofundme.com/ MadeStrongintheUK

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The end of an era

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A good crowd is expected at the annual combined churches Easter Sunrise Service on Howick’s Stockade Hill. This gathering has been happening for more than 20 years and attracts a wide variety of people from local churches and the community. The 40 minute “stand up” service is organised by the Howick Ministers Network and involves different representative ministers and pastors participating in the service. This year Rev Rob Reynolds, the new director of SIM (Serving with Mission) will be the speaker. The service is at 6.30am, Easter Sunday (April 16).

NEW ADVENTURE: John and Peggy Lovell of Silk’s Jewellers are retiring from retail work to start a new chapter of their lives. Times photo Laura Brookes

t’s the end of a chapter for John and Peggy Lovell, but far from the end of the journey. The wonderful couple have owned and operated Silk’s Jewellers at 59 Picton Street for more than 25 years and now say farewell to the beloved jewellery store to pursue new opportunities and experiences. In 1901, Mr Lovell’s grandfather originally started up David Silk Jewellers on Queen Street. The business continued to operate under the ownership of sons Norman and David, before Mr Lovell joined Norman at the Otahuhu shop in 1959 where he worked for the next eight years. He first met Peggy at a photoshoot for C.F. McCarthy Jewellers in Auckland in 1965, and after the pair celebrated their engagement in 1967, they opened David Silk Jewellers in Southmall, Manurewa and started working together. In 1969, they were married, and continued to work together, purchasing the Otahuhu shop in 1974 and selling it in 1992. April 1992 marked the opening of Silk’s Jewellers in the main village of Howick. Since then, they’ve watched the store go from strength to strength and have thoroughly enjoyed their time working in the Howick community.

“The past 25 years has been a wonderful experience,” said Mr Lovell. “Our loyal customers have been so supportive and generous. Peggy and I have formed some solid friendships over the years and the Howick community has become firmly entrenched in our lives. “The team at Silk’s have all been so positive and happy. We often reflect and smile at some of the great things that have happened over the years.” Over the years, Mr Lovell has played a key role in the development of Howick Village. His involvement ranges from introducing Midnight Madness to Howick Village, an annual event that continues to attract big crowds, to taking up the role of chairperson of the Howick Village Business Association. Since hearing of Silk’s departure from the village, Mr and Mrs Lovell have been inundated with kind comments and

gifts from customers. “Over the years it’s been like a big happy family. I didn’t realise we knew so many people [before this],” said Mrs Lovell. Despite Silk’s Jewellers now ceasing to trade, many of the gift lines and jewellery brands the store is well-known for will continue to be stocked in Howick. Looking forward, loyal customers can rest assured the empty space at 59 Picton Street (formally occupied by Silk’s Jewellers) won’t be left alone for long. “Peggy and I are both committed to ensuring that Howick will be well served in the future by another experienced retailer, and making the transition as smooth as possible. “[We] are retiring to start a new adventure, a new journey and new experiences outside of the 9-5.30 retail hours. “The journey is not over. It’s just beginning.”

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RSA awareness

Howick RSA is bracing itself for a flood of students for its schools awareness programme on Tuesday, April 11. The event begins at 1pm and will hear from several speakers including Barry Dryer on the meaning of Anzac, Leo Abbott on local heroes and the Last Post, Ode and Reveille and RSA president Mike Cole on Anzac Day in Howick. They will be followed by question time and refreshments.

World ice hockey champs kick off Some of the best ice hockey players in the world will converge on Botany Downs this week as the men’s 2017 International Ice Hockey Federation World

Championships kick off. Paradice Ice Skating will host the Division II Group B tournament in which teams from New Zealand, China, Israel, Mexico, People’s Republic of Korea and Turkey will compete. The New Zealand Ice Blacks kicked off the tournament on Tuesday with a game against Turkey and will battle throughout the week before finishing with a game against the DPR Korea.

Holly nabs a medal

A news item in the Times, March 30 edition regarding the Howick Pakuranga Swim Club and its success at the Swimming New Zealand Age Group Championships in Wellington omitted a medallist’s name. The team produced 31 medals from 75 finals, surpassing last year’s result of 25 medals. The list of medal winners should have also included Holly Ancliffe. Her name was erroneously omitted from a list provided to the Times.

Good results

Howick College, which fared well in its second year rowing (see story on this page), has shone in premier touch. Its mixed and girls’ teams both won the regional comp and have qualified for nationals in term 4. The school’s 1st XI boys came second in the Auckland 1A T20 cricket comp (as a 1B team). They also won the Auckland 1B comp and will be promoted to 1A in 2018.

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Stories of the war with Eric Wilson April has crept up quick and now we’re only two weeks away from celebrating ANZAC Day and Poppy Day. Make sure you and your family get along to one of the spectacular services held on Stockade Hill to commemorate the sacrifice of those who went to war for our freedom

this year on April 25. Another one to mark in the diary is long-time Howick RSA member Eric Wilson’s presentation on his experiences during the war, starting at 5:30pm at the Howick RSA on Thursday, April 20. The 97-year-old will be showing some photos, and telling stories

of his time in Greece, Crete, Egypt, Syria and Italy. He is being interviewed on the night, with a question and answer session to follow. Invite your family, friends, and get along to the RSA on the 20th for this highly engaging and informative event.

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Love jazz, blues? Here’s the good oil By Laura Brookes

I HIGH ACHIEVER: Annie Curtis, winner of the 2016 Louise Perkins Prize, is pictured with Scott Perkins and Louise’s parents, Terry Mikkelsen and Marion Mikkelsen. Photo supplied

Art history student honoured Congratulations to University of Auckland student Annie Curtis who has been awarded the Louise Perkins Prize in Art History. The prize was established in 2005 to commemorate former Art History student Louise Perkins, who excelled in the field but passed away after a long fight with cancer.

The prize is awarded to the graduating Art History major who earned the highest grades throughout his or her degree. Cockle Bay resident Annie, who completed her Bachelor of Arts degree with Honours in Art History, was honoured as the 2016 recipient of the award at a special ceremony on March 27.

f you’re a fan of red wine and smooth tunes, you don’t want to miss this. It’s the first time Good Oil has performed at Uxbridge Arts and Culture Centre, but the six-piece jazz and blues band is set to leave a stellar first impression on Friday night’s audience. From frequent gigs at the annual Bay of Islands Jazz and Blues Festival to performances at Coopers Creek Winery and Sky City, the talented group are regulars on the music scene and revel in the opportunity to play live. Good Oil was formed in 2006 by lead man Dave Peryman and quickly established an accomplished and vibrant playlist of jazz/blues and easylistening covers, including music from some of the greats, such as Frank Sinatra, Eric Clapton and Amy Winehouse. The two-hour performance will entertain and showcase the best of Good Oil’s repertoire – from masterfully crafted originals written primarily by Dave Peryman to an extensive list of well-known and loved blues and jazz cov-

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Caroline Moon in her show ‘Mother Tongue’. Caroline fuses contemporary jazz with the exotic and passionate melodies of the East and West. Caroline will be accompanied by Nigel Gavin on guitar and mandolin, along with The Neutrino Funk Experience’s Roger Manins on saxophone and woodwind to bring the magical music to life. For more information get along to Uxbridge’s open day ‘A Taste of Uxbridge’ on Saturday, April 8, and see what else this treasure of an arts centre has to offer to us locals. The free open day begins at 11am and runs through to 2pm, featuring live music, performances, classes, children’s activities and a delightful spot in the sun at the Uxbridge cafe.

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he children’s wear chain Pumpkin Patch, which had its head quarters in East Tamaki and a store in Botany, has been sold to Aussie online retailer Catch Group for an undisclosed sum. Receivers Brendon Gibson and Neale Jackson of KordaMentha have confirmed the Pumpkin Patch brand and intellectual property assets were snapped up by the Australian eCommerce group. Gibson said the sale was good news for the many fans of the much-loved brand. “We are pleased to have been able to successfully complete a transaction that will see the Pumpkin Patch brand resurrected online in both New Zealand and Australia,” he said. Nati Harpaz, CEO of the Catch Group said the purchase of intellectual property assets included product designs and innovations. “We will be relaunching this iconic brand shortly with a wide variety of new and muchloved designs,” Harpaz said in

a media release. “We also intend to invest in expanding product lines for mums, kids and babies.” Catch Group has a range of shopping websites in Australia including www.catchoftheday. com.au, www.mumgo.com.au and www.scoopon.com.au. Pumpkin Patch shut its doors for the last time just a few weeks ago. A receivers’ report showed the NZX-listed company, which was put into receivership in October, owed $59.5m, chiefly to the ANZ. In January the Times reported preferred creditors, largely the 1600 staff it employed in the lead-up to its receivership, were still owed $2.7m by the company. Pumpkin Patch began with one store and a mail order catalogue in 1991 and subsequently grew to have 190 stores worldwide and supplied retail groups David Jones in Australia, Nordstrom in the US and Jawad in the Middle East,” according to the company’s NZX blurb. Given the uncertain economic situation in 2011-2012,

Pumpkin Patch decided to close down the United States and United Kingdom retail operations. Over the process of closure, Pumpkin Patch identified alternative wholesale/ franchise and online opportunities for its brands in those markets. The company, whose shares were listed in June 2004, entered into a relationship in 2012 with global online retailer Amazon to sell Pumpkin Patch products via Amazon’s websites in the United Kingdom, France and Germany. The company continued to struggle. The enormity of the obstacles facing Pumpkin Patch was touched upon in an overview of Pumpkin Patch’s half year results, released last September: “There were a number of factors causing the decline in sales and earnings including store closures and currency effects but the main factor was a decline in the international wholesale business and related northern hemisphere online channels, these having been important profit contributors historically,” it said.

Local schools win at Eye on Nature competition By Nathan Morton

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the table’. Botany Downs Secondary College also fared well claiming second place and merit with their concept designs involving the same theme. The contest was organised to showcase students’ creativity and interpretation, and saw 60 entries from schools eager to demonstrate their costume designing skills. High school students were given the chance to win prizes for their school. A cooking competition was put on for students to show off their master chef abilities, with Botany Downs Secondary College winning the first place and Saint Kentigern College taking second place. The Eye on Nature competition was hosted by the Manukau Beatification Charitable Trust and several local boards, to promote environmental awareness, and encourage innovative thinking for students across the Auckland region.

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April 19-22 and on Monday, April 24 from 10-10.45pm. “The bubble show will be for 20 minutes followed by a workshop teaching children how to create huge bubbles that can cover an entire person,” says Mr Waller. Here’s your chance to learn some bubble tricks that will blow you away! Adding to the fun factor is a Bubble spotting competition to be held in conjunction with Highland Park Library. Be in to win one of the three prizes. The grand opening of the brand new `Taste of 9’ Steamboat Buffet Restaurant at the shopping centre is also scheduled in the month of May. The novel and fun concept behind it is to select and cook it yourself on the table and pay for only what you eat. Open seven days a week till late.

Bruce Waller at 021-558-557. That apart, there is a line-up of daily specials. Guest speakers awaiting confirmation for June 6 is Maggie Barry, Minister for Art, Culture and heritage, as well as Minister for Conservation and Minister for Seniors. On June 13, politician Winston Peters, leader of New Zealand First party is expected to wow the crowd. Also in the offing is the grand opening of the new, undercover Paddy’s Market ■ Winston Peters including farmer’s art and craft market starting with on Friday, July 7. Markets are planned to run every Friday, Saturday and Sundays from 9am2pm. Open air and car park sites are also available. Contact market coordinator Kevin at 021-646-084 or email: highlandcentrekevin@gmail.com The new design of the centre can now accommodate pop-up retail shops. “We are now accepting expressions of interest from retailers wanting short term

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For all you jazz lovers there will be Jazz nights and mixed plates to share every Friday from April 21 at Cuff Cafe Bistro. Come in groups of four to enjoy the mixed plates topped by the best of jazz music. Centre manager of Highland Park Shopping Centre Bruce Waller says that the live Jazz Swing Grand Opening performance will be at 6pm on Friday, April 21. Make sure you have made a note of it in your social diary. Parents rejoice! During the upcoming school holidays a world renowned, awardwinning Bubble Man who has been keenly followed on British television is due to visit and spend time with children and adults alike at the shopping centre. Bring along your kids to witness the fascinating, creative and engaging Bubble Man performance. There will be workshops and competitions on Wednesday-Saturday,

Senior citizens who frequent the shopping centre are in for a big treat! Soon to come are Super Gold Tuesday commencing from June 6 and running on every Tuesday in the month of June. There will be the budget Countdown cooking demonstrations; fixing of Free Safer Plates – if you bring along your car number plate, they will fix it for you free (conditions apply); entertainment and craft classes on how to make finger puppets and more. Mr Waller says that he is happy to give free market stalls to Gold Card holders. Any clubs/organisations catering to Super Gold card Holders can get in touch with

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Elim snowboarders voted team of the year By NATHAN MORTON

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t may be a chilly sport, but the Elim Christian College girls snowboarding team has been given the warm buzz of success after being awarded Team of the Year at the Howick Local Board Sports Awards. Held on March 26 at the Howick Club, the awards (supported by the Howick Local Board and Counties Manukau Sport Foundation) celebrated the achievements of athletes and recognised sporting talent in the east Auckland area. Courtney Burchell (18), Charlotte Mimilo (17), Baylin Klein Ovink (15), Aleisha Bain (17) and Adele Benns (15) walked away with the accolade after a successful competition season that included placing first overall in the girls secondary school division of the 2016 North Island Championships. The five have been training together for only a year; however some have been conquering the sport for up to four years. “It’s so fun. It’s my favourite thing to do,” said Aleisha. “You do it once and

VICTORY: Elim College girls snowboarding team took out first place in their division at the 2016 North Island Championships. From left: Aleisha Bain, Baylin Klein Ovink, Charlotte Mimilo, Adele Benns and Photo supplied Courtney Burchell.

then when you get better it’s really cool to see your improvement.” However, despite their success, the girls are adamant that competing isn’t the motivation behind their passion for the sport. “I don’t snowboard to compete. I do it because it’s fun,” Courtney said. “For us, the competition is just the thing on the side,” Charlotte agreed. The five girls are also quick to recognise the privilege of working under snowboard coach and full-time secondary school teacher

Tody Granat. “It’s like free tuition getting to learn from someone like Tody,” said Courtney. “He’s got so much experience.” Mr Granat, who has been working at Elim Christian College for six years, was formerly a snowboarding instructor at Cardrona Alpine Resort. “To see the girls achieve so well over the years has made me extremely proud,” he said. “Words cannot express the joy I feel when I see them achieving what they

Congratulations to all the winners of the Howick Local Board Sports Awards: ■ Official of the Year: John Wright (Rugby referee) ■ Disabled Athlete of the Year: James Wilson (Powerlifting) ■ Masters Athlete of the Year: Raechel Cummins (Rowing) ■ Rising Star of the Year (Female): Ana Tamanika (Tennis) ■ Rising Star of the Year (Male): Alex Mirkov (Tennis) ■ Junior Team of the Year: Howick Rhythmic Gymnastics Competitive Gymnasts (Sponsor NZ Home Loans) ■ Junior Sportswoman of the Year: Jessica Manchester (Sponsor Les Mills Howick) (Mountain Biking) ■ Junior Sportsman of the Year: Joshua Oxenham (Sponsor Les Mills Howick) (Mountain Biking) ■ Club of the Year: Special Olympics Howick-Pakuranga (Sponsor Ray White) ■ Coach of the Year: Julia Sim (Bucklands Beach Tennis Club) ■ Team of the Year: Elim Christian College Girls Snowboard Team (Sponsor Ray White) ■ Sportswoman of the Year: Valerie Adams (Sponsor Les Mills Howick) (Athletics) ■ Sportsman of the Year: Colin de Grandhomme (Sponsor Les Mills Howick) (Cricket) ■ Supreme Athlete of the Year Award: Valerie Adams

ONWARDS: Katie Leigh had major back surgery last year and has now managed to climb a mountain. Photo supplied

From back surgery to Tongariro Crossing When Katie Leigh, 63, was lying in her hospital bed after undergoing major back surgery in June 2016, she never imagined that less than nine months later, she would be completing the Tongariro Crossing. A combination of rehabilitation, Powerhooping and determination has enabled Katie, from Beachlands, to complete an adventure of a lifetime and tick something else off of bucket list, said Howick’s Kerrie Evans, business development consultant with Powerhoop NZ. “Katie is in her early sixties and has attended Powerhoop classes in Howick for more than three years now,” said Kerrie. “She loves the way that she has now become part of a supportive community and she has formed some incredible friendships. From there, Katie was able to attend regular classes and bring her physical and mental fitness levels back up to enable her to complete the Tongariro crossing in style. “Katie has defied the odds and achieved something that others only dream of,” Kerrie said. “She has proved that age and injuries are not blockages, just small challenges and that when you are part of an incredible team, you can achieve anything.”

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What’s On Health and lifestyle

Free Health Workshop by Citizens Advice Bureau, Pakuranga. Healthy Lifestyle & Mindfulness, Howick Local Board Room, Pakuranga Library Building, 7 Aylesbury Street, Pakuranga, April 12, 10am–12 noon. Tea & Coffee provided. Call/text Vani on 021 459520 or email settlement.pakuranga@cab.org.nz.

Buddha’s Day

Public talks by Dr Kwong Chan, a qualified expert in Life and Death studies at Fo Guang Shann Temple. Seminar one on Breathing through Daily Life, The Art of Mindful Living on Saturday, April 8 from 10.30am-12 noon. Seminar two, on Facing Death and Embracing, Sunday, April 9 from 2-3.30pm. Both seminars at Siangyun Hall.

Howick Bowling Club

Everybody is welcome to come and watch the best young lawn bowlers in action as the National Under 18 and Under 21 Singles Tournaments at Howick Bowling Club during Easter April 14 to 17 April inclusive. Phone 534-5331 or Flemming on 021 1251111.

Friendship meeting

The Eastern Beach Friendship Group meets at Willow Park, 1 Hostel Access Road, Monday, April 10, 10am. Our programme will include morning tea, devotions and items by the Glenfield Entertainers. Do join us. Everyone welcome.

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Mandarin for kids

Join us for stories and songs in Mandarin Chinese suitable for children aged 2-5 years old, Highland Park Library, Friday, April 7, 10am, Sunday, April 9, 10.30am.

Free sessions

Uxbridge has a few free sessions happening on Saturday, April 8. Belly Dancing 11.30am12pm; Pilates 12.30pm-1pm; Swing Dance 1pm-1.30pm; Yoga 1.30pm–2pm. Come along and have a go at some of our lifestyle and body work classes, 35 Uxbridge Road, Howick. Phone 535-6467 or email events@ uxbridge.org.nz.

Fun playgroup

Join us for playgroup every Friday during term time at East City Wesleyan Church, 219 Burswood Drive, Botany, 9.30am-11.30am, $4 per family. Please bring your children’s morning tea. All under 5s are welcome. Lots of fun activities, meet new friends in a caring learning environment. Email playgroup@ecw.org.nz or phone 273 9044.

Discover archaeology

From an Iron Age Fort to Vikings and early jewellery, enjoy this fun family workshop and slideshow presentation. Create your own Iron Age fort building to take home. Thursday, April 20, 10am-12pm, ages 8+. Cost $8 per person. Materials provided. Bookings preferred. Phone 5333530. Email phtmuseum@ihug. co.nz.

Forest & Bird

Public meeting. Forest & Bird South Auckland, Monday, April 11, 7.30pm. Speaker Karen Opie will be talking about sand dune restoration in Port Waikato. The Gardens Community Hall, 5 Mt Lebanon Cres, Manurewa.

Device workshop

Highland Park Library, Wednesday, April 12, 10.30am-11.30am Digital Device Workshop. Want to know more about how to use your phone, iPad or Android tablet? Bring you device to this workshop where our skilled staff will share their hints and tips with you. Bookings essential – phone 535-5935 to reserve your place.

Construction wizard

Pakuranga Library is holding some wonderful events these holidays. Be construction wizards from April 18 to April 28 as we bring your ideas to life and construct incredible miniature cities, earthquake-proof bridges, life-sized games, forts and so much more. We would love to see you here. Phone 576-5269.

Horticultural meeting

Howick Horticultural Society’s monthly meeting is on Thursday, March 13, 10am, Haseler Hall, All Saint’s Church, Selwyn Road, Howick. Our speaker is Fiona Alexander on Motuihe Island. There will also be a raffle, trading table, library and morning tea. Visitors most welcome. Phone 535-4769.

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Orchid society

The next meeting of the Howick Orchid Society is in the Fencible Lounge, Uxbridge Road, Howick on Sunday, April 9, 1.30pm. We will be holding the AGM and later the auction of orchids plus the usual plant commentary. Afternoon tea, orchid plant raffles, orchid flowers displayed, visitors welcome. Entry $2. Phone Anton 537-1251.

Op shop

St Columba Op Shop’s, end of season summer sale is now on, 480 Ti Rakau Drive Botany. All clothing and shoes half price. Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9am-12.30pm. Situated at rear of church with covered parking. Follow the signs.

Country music

April 12. The next meeting of the Eastern Districts Country Music Club is the final of the Young Star Awards. Come along to the Bucklands and Eastern Beaches War Memorial Hall and listen to the next generation of country singers compete for a place in the upcoming concert to be held on April 26. Be there for a 7.30pm start, tea coffee and a biscuit at half-time. Admission $5. Phone Kevin 0274 789246.

Business women

Tamaki Business and Professional Women have their next meeting on April 12, 6.15pm at Waipuna International Hotel. Our guest speaker will be Judy Armour to tell us about “Building

a Retirement Village”. So why not come along and enjoy dinner followed by our speaker and meeting. A great opportunity to meet other business ladies and make new friends. Phone Joan 5755005 or Noelene 534-2431.

Howick Tramping Club

Explore the outdoors with great people. Day walks and overnight tramps. New members welcome. Club night is 7.30pm on second Tuesday of month below Howick Bridge Club, 563 Pakuranga Road. Speaker for April 11 is on Tramping in Patagonia; $2 cover charge. See www.sportsground. co.nz/howicktramping.

60s UP

Our next meeting is on April 11, to be held at Te Tuhi Arts Centre at 9.30am. Guest speaker is Janice Chandler to talk about her travels overseas. Members can pay for outing to Alberton House then lunch at Bricklane Restaurant, $35. New members are always welcome to come along and join the group for morning tea. Phone Bonnie 273-7538 or Maureen 576-7661.

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Feedback

What’s going on here

Outside the Information Centre in Howick, on the road frontage this pole was upturned and others damaged further along. Who is doing this to our lovely village? Janine Hickmore Howick

Dangerous foothpaths

Bob Wichman’s letter published (in another publication) on March 15, regarding dangerous footpaths, gives me serious cause for concern. He states that an injury incident has “reinforced my decision to demand answers from the Auckland Council”. Well, Hello Bob! Were you not elected on to the Howick Local Board of Auckland Council? Why is Mr Wichman demanding answers through the “Letters to the Editor” columns of a local newspaper? Is he not in the “engine room” so to speak? Can he not march into someone’s office, and demand answers there? Perhaps he could persuade his council to redirect funds, set aside to needlessly resurface perfectly good streets with the cheap and nasty “chip-seal”, to repairing dangerous footpaths. Graham Pilgrim Botany

Stop spending now

So the business plan that justified spending $6.5 million of ratepayers’ money on Uxbridge didn’t take into account the ongoing running expenses? Not a cent more should be spent on bailing out this leaking boat of a business venture. Ratepayers should not be subsidising light entertainment, or competing with other (ratepaying) Howick establishments. Dave Pitches

What a stinker

Just on the beach and sewage still flowing (Wednesday, March 29). Is there no overflow alarm or any control at all? And there two manholes and both are spewing bits and pieces. Still the sixth overflow we know about. This in now an every-week occurrence. John Champion Mellons Bay

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wrecked: A reader believes it is outrageous that civil construction firm Fulton Hogan should be “actively destroying the very footpaths that they have a contract to maintain and repair”. Photo supplied

That’s not fair Interesting that my wife gets pinged for parking with passenger side wheels on footpath outside our home in Etherege Place when these guys seem to have carte blanche! I suppose Fulton Hogan have a contract to repair our footpaths, so the faster they wreck them, the more profitable it is. These guys were actually repairing/ripping up broken footpaths! I thought, from where I was looking when I took the photo, they were working on asphalt repairs on Bleakhouse Rd. I think it is nothing short of outrageous that

We cannot ignore this

Are we all too engrossed in our personal affairs to be oblivious of the “slam dunk” about to be applied to progress in our pleasant village which I have enjoyed over 90-plus years of my contact with this area? Who are the people entrusted with our affairs who are proposing development of the Stockade Hill area suggested by the latest mock-up depicted in a recent edition of the Times? This is forever. Precedents are being created. Secrecy is disturbing. Let your Councillors and others involved know your thoughts and feelings on this project. Evan Langley Howick

Open letter to Auckland Council I, along with 6700 people, signed a petition to protect the 360 degree view from Stockade Hill. The community has made it quite clear to you its wrath that you should even contemplate changes to the zoning which could allow apartment buildings to block the unique and iconic views from Stockade Hill. Your planners and experts have totally ignored the wishes of over 6700 signatories who deem this landscape worthy of protection. The independent Hearings Panel also advised council to establish a 360 degree viewshaft protection for Stockade Hill. Therefore, we wish you, at your Planning Committee meeting, to vote for the establishment of this viewshaft, limiting the heights of buildings blocking views from Stockade Hill in the area upzoned to MHU and mixed use in the Unitary Plan and to protect forever views from Stockade Hill and Crawford Reserve. John Champion Mellons Bay

they should be actively destroying the very footpaths that they have a contract to maintain and repair. Ask any engineer how strong footpath concrete is and how strong the sub-base it is laid on. It is simply not designed to have six wheelers parked on it. Corporates the size of Fulton Hogan need to be reminded who they are working for and that we will not tolerate being raped to keep them in funds. PC Mellons Bay ■■ Editor’s note: Fulton Hogan has been approached for comment.

City Rail Link ‘pointless’

Auckland Council is wasting billions of dollars building a subway under Auckland just so a few train passengers can ride a few minutes faster between Mt Eden and downtown. This line will not take one car off the roads and surely this should be the main objective. From my experience after 20 years in local body politics, this scheme, like many other major projects, will cost three or four times the original budgeted amount, and they will still have congestion downtown due to the Eastern line having to share the same two tracks into Britomart as the other lines. A much less expensive solution would be to terminate the Southern and Western Lines at Newmarket and run a continuous train shuttle service in and out of Britomart. The trains, tracks, platforms and signals are already in place. Crossing the platform at Newmarket to change trains is a minor detail as anyone who has travelled overseas will tell you, passengers travel sometimes hundreds of metres between trains, and often two or three times on the same journey. The short walk or bus ride up town doesn’t hurt anybody. A bit more exercise is just what the doctor ordered. We all sit on our backsides far too much as health advocates are always telling us What our council should be doing is building a light rail network to Howick and Botany and another to the airport, something that is a more urgent and far less costly, and this would take cars off the road. Problem is, now they would not like to lose face, and what is a bit more debt to the ratepayers? Plenty more where that comes from. Bob Wichman Botany

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Onwards and upwards for young photographer By Laura Brookes

IMPRESSIVE: Top, talented local photographer Talman captures the view looking out from the Pinnacles, Coromandel; middle, he captures a million star view at the summit of Mount Ruapehu; bottom, his final entry into the internship competition captured the beauty of an early morning hike to the Tasman Glacier Lake at Mount Cook. Photos supplied Talman Madsen

ver wondered what it’s like to travel the world photographing some of the most beautiful, stunning landscapes on offer? Meet Talman Madsen – a 25-year-old landscape photographer who grew up in Pakuranga and has a job doing exactly that. Most days he never knows what’s around the corner. “I’ll get an email one day [from a client], and I’ll be on a plane the next. It’s a hectic ride.” He’s most recently been in the spotlight for reaching the top five in a competition to give one lucky photographer the chance to be an intern with the Asia Pacific branch of Discovery Channel and earn a free 39 day overseas holiday, visiting eight idyllic tourist locations. His submission for the final stages of the competition highlighted the best of an early morning hike to the Tasman Glacier Lake at Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. “Climbing the last few steps off the moraine (glacial debris) wall I was overcome with a sense of wonder and beauty... I looked around and couldn’t believe I had this all to myself,” Talman said in his submission entry. It was a tight race that was eventually won by Auckland’s Ben Mikha.

As for Talman, it’s onwards and upwards to wherever his next adventure may lead. The talented photographer, who was named New Zealand Geographic’s Young Photographer of the Year in 2016, earns most of his income being contracted for landscape photography projects. This includes the likes of Lonely Planet, Tourism New Zealand, Snapchat, various tourism boards and adventure tourism businesses, as well as the occasional wedding. It’s a career he never would have considered growing up said Talman, who completed a Business degree at Massey University and also worked as a mortgage broker. It was work trip to Australia two years ago and a detour along the Great Ocean Road that changed his mind, and he started to upload photos to his Instagram account, now followed by more than 26,000 Instagram users. Even he doesn’t know where to next, but if there’s one thing for sure, he’ll be sticking around New Zealand for a while. “I describe myself as a true Kiwi. I couldn’t just up and leave. “At the moment I’m really focused on New Zealand and capturing this country... I’m just surfing the wave. I love it.”

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quirky: Te Radar (right) during filming. Times photo Wayne Martin

Te Radar’s show hits TV screens Regular visitors to the Howick Historical Village will feel right at home when viewing Te Radar’s Chequered Past (currently showing on TV1 Saturday nights 8.04pm and TV One On Demand). Many scenes from the quirky television series were filmed at the Howick Historical Village. Volunteers, who regularly dress up for the live days, and interested locals were actively recruited to take part in the historic re-enactments. Throughout the series some well-known national faces also pop up to add their wisdom or otherwise to this potpourri of history that history tried to forget. Amongst those seen to date are art critic Hamish Keith and popular TV personality and psychiatrist Nigel Latta. Watch out this coming weekend on Saturday, April 8 for another well-known national personality playing a key role against the backdrop of the buildings and surroundings of the Howick Historical Village. “If you are enjoying the series but have yet to visit the Howick Historical Village, why not make a diary note to visit it on Sunday, April 16, Easter Sunday,” a Howick Historical Village spokesperson said. “Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the Live Day Easter theme, called Easter Egg-citement with all sorts of Victorian Easter-y things to do on the day. “And while you are there see if you can spot the buildings and places that feature in Te Radar’s series. It will all make for an exciting Easter weekend for children and adults alike.”

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tors have represented between a quarter and almost half of the market. With the right incentives, those are people who could have been diverted into investment in new dwellings – but instead, most of them will now disappear from the market.” Mr Church said there has been too much focus, particularly by the Reserve Bank, on strangling speculation rather than increasing supply and he said that the chickens are now coming home to roost. “Congratulations – you’ve almost killed off market activity. Now there’s just that small matter of the 40,000 housing deficit that still needs to be resolved”. Mr Church also says that a softening in prices is unlikely to make much difference to first home buyers. “Although rising house prices have been a problem - the lower cost of borrowing has meant that some first home buyers could still enter the market. “That small advantage will now be largely offset by rising interest rates which will also start to quickly erode the amounts that banks are prepared to lend to those borrowers.” Ultimately, the situation is unsustainable, he said.

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Black and white gem polished to perfection The broken fridge handle was one of the many signs the kitchen had to go. For Gavin and Maureen McDonald, it was an eyesore.

After nearly a decade of living in a less than perfect home, one Whitford family decided it was time to finish the project. Jag Kitchens stepped in to help, delivering a stunning space to remember.

“It was a hideous forest green. It was disgusting and so old to the point it definitely needed to be redone,” says Maureen.

Through their contacts amassed through the renovations, the Macdonalds knew where to go. “We looked at Jag Kitchens many years ago but with other projects more important we held off,” says Maureen. “We got a few quotes from other companies and did some research but in the end we decided Jag would be the best in terms of customer service and quality.”

“They’ve been brilliant. Any issues we had, they instantly corrected and dealt with immediately, no questions asked.” Importantly, the family is similarly awed by the new addition.

Having lived in their Whitford home for nine years, the couple had worked on various aspects of the property to make it liveable for their two children and Maureen’s mother over the course of a few years. After the addition of a guest wing, they decided the kitchen would be the finishing touch.

Jag Kitchens has delivered above and beyond expectations, she adds.

“Our two children love the butler’s pantry more than anything – they use it to hide in from each other and us!”

JAG Kitchens designer Ellie McNae (left) with house owner Maureen McDonald.

Home Centre, the Macdonalds set about creating their dream kitchen. Ellie says a key part of the design was the butler’s pantry. “We had to put our thinking caps on when it came to putting doors over the scullery as we wanted to make sure everything was kept flush.”

Of course, an important family connection helped too with Maureen’s niece, Ellie McNae, a Jag Kitchens designer.

By deepening the benches and using a large bi-fold door over the opening, items like the microwave and toaster could be tucked out of sight, leaving the bench uncluttered, adds Ellie.

Over meetings with Ellie at the Jag Kitchens showroom in Botany’s Danske Mobler

And it’s easy to see why with the elegant black centrepiece stealing the spotlight.

Boasting waterfall ends on both sides and matching black pendant lights, it is truly a sight to behold. Ellie says a highlight was the antiqued mirror splashback which was also used underbench, to create an illusion of a floating island. “We decided this would be the perfect finish for the back of the island and added an LED strip light under the overhang

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to light the glass up. It’s simply beautiful!” Maureen agrees, saying the aged finish of the mirror adds an artwork element to an otherwise simple, contemporary kitchen. “The flow is amazing. It’s bigger and a lot more spacious, not so disorganised and everything is new and works as it should. I’ve had so many comments from visitors.”

Jag Kitchens specialise in custom-designed kitchens and has its own manufacturing plant. The staff also use a stateof-the-art 3D computer design programme to show clients beforehand exactly how their new kitchen will look. Jag Kitchens has an excellent reputation for designing and building for all budgets and for providing an outstanding design service with sound advice. Visit www.jagkitchens.co.nz for more information on a wide range of materials and design options or to see more kitchen examples.

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New Zealand, particularly in more affordable areas outside the central city such as Porirua and the Hutt Valley. “Values also continue to rise steadily in Dunedin which remains New Zealand’s most affordable city and Tauranga values have slowed to quarterly growth of just 0.6 per cent.” Meanwhile, values in parts of Auckland, Hamilton and Christchurch are still seeing a slight downward trend, but values are stabilising and continuing to rise in other parts of these main centres as well. “This means the downward trend and dampening in these markets seen since the latest round of LVR restriction may be shallower than expected.” “It’s possible we may see values start to rise in these main centres in coming months given that the market is still being driven by a high number of sales to investors, record high net migration, relatively low interest rates, a lack of supply and fewer taxes on property investment than many other countries.” While the overall figure for the Auckland region has decreased slightly by 0.2 per cent over the past three

months, home values in some areas have now stabilised and are continuing to rise in some areas of Auckland. The former Auckland City Council central suburbs rose 12.5 per cent over the past year and 0.9 per cent over the past three months and values are now 97.5 per cent above the previous peak of 2007. The average value in the central suburbs is now $1,229,715. Waitakere City values rose by 12.1 per cent year on year but decreased slightly by 1.4 per cent over the past three months. They are now 95.5 per cent above the previous peak of 2007. Values in the former Manukau city area rose 12.6 per cent year on year but decreased slightly by 0.5 per cent over the past quarter. The average value in the southern suburbs is now $900,324. Values in the former North Shore City suburbs also rose 11.5 per cent year on year but decreased 1.4 per cent over the past three months. The average value across the bridge is now $1,201,367. Rodney values continue to rise up 13.3 per cent year on year and 1.2 per cent over the

past three months and the average value is $940,701. Franklin is also up 13.1 per cent year on year and 1.1 per cent over the past quarter. Papakura values also increased 12.6 per cent year on year and 1.2 per cent over the past three months. QV Auckland homevalue Manager, James Steele said, “Sales volumes are down on what they were this time last year as the LVR restrictions continue to dampen parts of the market.” “However, the top end of the market where cash buyers are not affected by the LVRs continues to see strong value growth with the upmarket suburbs selling more readily and are seeing stronger value growth than those in cheaper parts of Auckland such as the city’s southern and western outskirts. This is leading to higher value areas seeing property values continuing to rise in desirable areas with larger homes in central suburbs such as Remuera and Mission Bay.” “Also Waitakere’s upmarket suburbs such as Titirangi and Parau that offer larger homes and sections for relatively good value for money have been in high demand

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ues drop back.” “However, while first home buyers face less competition for entry level homes, prices are still too high for most and there are reports that some deals are falling over at the finance stage with some having trouble securing finance due to stricter criteria from banks.”

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CD248907

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CARPET Cleaning starting from $80 Ph Grant 533 0522, 0211 576 963

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Local Kiwi Builder, With New Build Slots Available

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DRAINLAYING

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

GREGS GARDENING. weeding, pruning, hedges, small trees, gen garden tidyups. free quotes, 537 1121, 021 1167579

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ALUMINIUM JOINERY

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021 43 43 23 537 1904 all hrs

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

PAKURANGA AUTO ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL

Competitive Rates Free Quotes

Electrician

New Zealand Registered

(OHFWULFDO

CARPET LAYING

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Office: 09 527 6360 Dave: 021 836 360 Licensed Building Practitioner www.franix.co.nz

138J Harris Road East Tamaki 271 6262

Extensions Construction Services Weather Tight Solutions

CD237020

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MOTORING

Leak Repairs Infrared Checks Alterations Renovations Repairs Maintenance Landscaping Waterproofing

AA DOBBS LTD

CD217636

CD130002

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constructed & maintained, lawns mown, pruning & Arbourcultural work undertaken, waste removed.

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

CD230519

CONSTRUCTION LTD

LICENCED BUILDING PRACTITIONER REGISTERED MASTER BUILDERS

A.J. CONTRACTOR

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

East City Stove Repairs

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Electricians

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

K55042

FRANIX

Ph Alan 0274-516-454 a/h 576-6756

Ph: 533 0136 or 021 370 307

BUILDERS

New Homes Alterations Reclads

NZ Reg Electrician

Specialising in stove repairs

CONCRETE

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

021 764797 or 532 8930

GARDENER LANDSCAPER Gardens designed,

Carey

CD163461

CD6793

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

535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian

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

TASA COMPUTER

CATERING

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Microsoft Certified Professional

Old School Builder

Air conditioners

DRAFTING & DESIGN

Fixed Price Regular & One-Offâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Personalised Service Window & Carpet Cleaning ! Plus Lawns & Gardens

DAVE TAPPER BUILDERS Ltd

TV Audio Aerials Heatpumps IT PC lap tops Sony, Panasonic, LG Sanyo, Toshiba

Ph: Paul 534 7427 hm or 021 251 4615

COMPUTERS

A STOVE PROBLEM?

CD242704

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

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

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

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Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336

AERIALS

HOMES & OFFICES

GARDEN CARE

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ALL Handyman jobs. Ph Michael 0276162146 a/h 095760106 handymangardeners.co.nz ALL Prop maint, decks, fences, kitchn/bthrm renovs, flat pack assemble. 35yrs build exp. Free quote ph/txt Terry 027 241 8478

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We can meet all your repair and building needs. Licensed and Certified tradespeople ready to save you time and money on your kitchen, bathroom or general renovation projects including decks, pergolas, covered areas etc...... Deverell 021 152 0170 Robert 021 680 580

CD243383

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MIKE JOHNSON, your local Sweep. 10yrs+ exp. Report provided. $60. Ph 536 6394 or 021 251 0324

FENCING & TRELLIS

CD226123

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ELECTRICAL

K55070

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CONCRETE & CONCRETING

CHIMNEY SWEEP

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CD246999

Local Master Plumbers 24/7

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PLUMBER

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

PAINTING & DECORATING

Bizzy Bee Plumbing Ltd Gas & Plumbing Services

call Ian on 0800-000-116

Friendly prompt service, all areas of plumbing and gas undertaken. “i won’t sting you” K54011

Hill Plumbing Certifying plumbing, gas

and drainage Hot water cylinders Bathrooms, kitchens New and repairs

All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area

Brett 534 3562 027 493 0181 Warren 534 3551 027 281 9454

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

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

ABFAB Waterblasting + housewashing. Free quote. Jamie 027 663 1336

NZ WINDOW Cleaners in/ out, glass, frames, sills, free quotes. 7 days. Ph/txt 021 085 64 650 WINDOW cleaning. Best price. Phone Grant 533 0522 or 0211 576 963

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TO LET

Trees, hedges and stumps Trim’d, removed, chip’d Pruning/shaping, rubbish and Section clearing Phone 536 5955

A-CLASS TREE SERVICES

MOUNTFORT ESTATE AGENTS LTD Licensed (REAA 2008) PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTALS Email: rentals.howick.nz@raywhite.com Internet: www.rwhowick.co.nz

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

Ph Josh 536 4603 or 021-074-8027

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

Ph Murray

Qualified Arborist

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

BRANCH MANAGER

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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

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BOTANY OFFICE

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

PHIL’S TREE & STUMP GRINDING

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

TREES STUMP GRINDING STUMP GRINDING Remove stumps the easy way. Remove stumps the easy way.

BRUCE (021) 653-425 BRUCE534-2595 (021) 653-425

534-2595 Also Pauanui

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 Email: sam.carr@raywhite.com

DANNEMORA 4 Bed

Middlefield Dr

$750

Lloyd

HALF MOON BAY OFFICE Shop 6, Compass Building, Half Moon Bay Marina Lloyd Reardon DDI 216 99 61 Mob 021 887 811 lloyd.reardon@raywhite.com Sam Carr DDI 538 1237 / 021 422 177 Email: sam.carr@raywhite.com

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

PAKURANGA OFFICE 102 Pakuranga Road, Pakuranga

Matt Balme DDI: 538 0682 or 021 538 595 Michelle Balme DDI: 538 0683 or 021 467 043 Kyla Houltham DDI: 09 212 5729 or 021 409 293

PAKURANGA 3 Bed HOWICK 3 Bed DANNEMORA 3 Bed EAST TAMAKI 4 Bed OTAHUHU 1 Bed

matt.balme@raywhite.com michelle.balme@raywhite.com kyla.hoult ham@raywhite.com

Udys Rd

$580

Kyla

Angelo Ave

$500

Kyla

John Brooke

$635

Matt

Feeny Cres

$720

Melissa

Golf Av

$280

Matt

FLATBUSH OFFICE

Shop 25, 123 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction Cathy Huang DDI: 538 1288 or 021 883 600 Amny Lam DDI: 538 1287 or 021 108 6663

cathy.huang@raywhite.com amny.lam@raywhite.com

PAKURANGA – SUNNYHILLS – HIGHLAND PARK 2 Bed The Bouleward $400 3 Bed Glenmore Rd $470 3 Bed Gossamer Dr $495 3 Bed Tomintoul Pl $530 3 Bed Casuarina Rd $550 3 Bed Reelick Av $560 3 Bed Ussher Pl $580 3 Bed Tamaki Bay Dr $580 EAST TAMAKI HEIGHTS 4 Bed Point View Dr $750 AUCKLAND CENTRAL- MT ALBERT 1 Bed Market Pl $460 3 Bed Margaret Ave $595 TAKANINI 4 Bed Treestump Rd $610

KB2051 E3C026

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

www.allgoplumbing.co.nz

027 594 1243 537 4796

Professionalism Dedication Excellent Communication Proactive Approach

Call Nick 537 4602 or 029 7700581

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

Amny Amny Cathy Cathy Amny Cathy Amny Amny Amny Amny Amny Cathy

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Ph Ross 521 2777 or 021-944899

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

A1 TREE HEDGE & STUMP

CD166407

SS80294

All domestic & commercial requirements. Free quote, prompt service. Regd. Master Painter. all work guaranteed

CD197785

H3X019

PAINTER Paperhanger. Free quotes, Pensioner discount. 30yrs exp. 535-3022

Ph Terry, NZ Arbor Tech 027 4989 080 - 0800 244 748

KYLA HOULTHAM

Rental & Property Management Specialist

WINDOW CLEANING

WATERBLASTING

K54146

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

Plumbing Ltd

Certifying Plumber ► Hot Water Cylinders ► Bathrooms & Kitchens ► General Maintenance ► Work Guaranteed ► Howick, B/Bch, Pknga CD202782

CEILING REPAINTS, 35+yrs exp. reliable with refs Rob 0211 848173

535 1111 027 235 2517

ALL TREES & STUMPS

& STUMP GRINDING

Gary Hanson

& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows

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

ALL WINDOWS, frames, sills, I will give a free quote today. Kevin 535 7321 or 027 496 9784

KAK007

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

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✓ Specialist waterblasting

TREE SERVICES

TREES

Certifying Plumber

TO LET

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

Safe, low pressure, exterior cleaning Houses, Roof treatments, Paths, Drives, Decks CALL YOUR LOCAL OPERATOR CRAIG 535-5661 www.chemwash.co.nz

TILER

All about

ADAM OXLEY

A1 CHINESE PAINTERS

THE TILE GUY Floor & Wall Tiling. Certified Waterproofing. Stonemason by trade. 30yr exp. 0210311899

(Also Whangamata)

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

0800 420 900

Upholsterers Reupholstery specialists Furniture, New Sqabs, Headboards Made to measure 534-4109 / 0212997162

CD229507

CD247422

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

Ph Doug 537 1362 021 158 3260

Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232

Chipping etc. Established 49 years Free Quotes

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PAINTERS & DECORATORS

Plumbing

CHEMWASH

Are you an outgoing, social family who enjoy meeting people from different countries and backgrounds? Have you ever thought about hosting an International Student and are you a family that can give our student/s a home away from home? We are currently looking for local kiwi English speaking families to host International Students from our school in 2017. Families must be within a 5 to 6km radius to the school. (Within walking distance or 1 stage bus ride). Families are reimbursed at $260 per week, per student. Please contact Sarah at s.scanlan@edgewater.school.nz for an application pack.

CD235784

CD177471

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

Handy Andy

CD246777

HOWICK LOCKSMITHS

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

CD140634

Jim 0800 38 38 48

Work guaranteed Maintenance Hot Water cylinders Roof repairs/spouting Blocked Toilets Renovations (027) 244-9767 (09) 577-5767

► ► ► ► ►

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

NICHE Upholstery

CD155540

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

BRIAN Certifying Plumber

CATKIN

TILING

Call Chris 021 366615 or 0508 932 532

KB2051

ABOUT PAVING: Driveways, patios & paths, garden edging & repair work. Ben 021 884 072 or 534 5041

171 Moore St, Howick Ph: 535 7524 www.easterncovercentre.co.nz

TILING

Urgent Homestay Families Wanted

CD251311

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

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 ♦

PAVING

CD237017

CD242335

Small and large lawns Residential / Commercial Rubbish removal Trees, hedges, trimming Garden clean-ups Locally owned / operated Free quotes Ph Bruce 537 3470 or 021 0262 1890

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish

Edgewater College

Exterior Soft Washing of:

House/Building Washing Roof & Gutter Cleaning Roof Treatments Moss/Lichen Removal Decks, Paths, Drives, Fences PLUS: Carpet/ Window Cleaning Pest Control

K54159

BRUCIE’S

LAWNMOWING

Contact

Ph Wayne 273 5052 mobile 021 305 127

HOMESTAY

COVERS

For all Shades & Blinds plus outdoor furniture

CD167856

ANDREW 021 324 994 or 213 2880. Lawns, garden maint, tree felling/trimming, Free quotes.

Free quotes Interior & exterior Quality work at affordable prices

WATERBLASTING

K54154

ABSOLUTE Excellence. Lawns, gardens, commercial, lifestyle blocks. txt/ph Paul now 021 1566951

RUBBISH REMOVAL

ainting Ltd Wa yne’s P

CD155961

LAWNCARE

UPHOLSTERERS

KP87651

Silver Medal DESIGN Winner CONSTRUCTION Ellerslie MAINTENANCE Flowershow

RUBBISH REMOVALS

CD145278

K58038

Terry’s

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

PLUMBERS

CD48042

FOR ALL YOUR Landscaping needs. Over 10 years experience. Call Tim on 021 885 676

CD142804

LANDSCAPING

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CLASSIFIEDS

22 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, April 6, 2017

SITUATIONS VACANT

NIGHT CAREGIVER

KIDS CRAFTY CLUBS

CD251343

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE

Early Starts of 4am based in East Tamaki Monday to Friday - Approx 8-9 hours per day We are looking for an experienced delivery driver with a good command of English and strong Knowledge of the Auckland area. Picking/Delivery of orders required so must be physically fit. If you have a clean police record, full NZ drivers licence and want to know more about the position please send you CV to warehouse@deejays.co.nz CD251302

MEDICAL/ ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Email your cover letter and CV to: media@times.co.nz PR250931

Required to carry out fibreglass composite work, Gelcoat application, laminating by hand and chopper gun, finishing work. Experience would be helpful, but we also want someone who can learn quickly and is reliable. We make a wide variety of parts, large and small, industrial, architectural and vehicles. • You need to be reliable, timely and have a good work ethic. • You should be able to communicate well in English and Maths. • A tidy and neat approach to your work is needed. If this sounds like you contact Brian on 526 1450 or email your CV to admin@acfibreglass.co.nz

CD251274

Librarian

We seek a confident and capable person for the school Librarian part time position. The role involves the management and organisation of our Library centre and resources, and assisting students and teachers with their information needs. Strong inter-personal, communication and organisational skills will be ideal for this role, as will your current knowledge of technology and understanding of digital literacy. The position involves ensuring the delivery of an effective, quality Library service. Ideally, you will enjoy working with young people and have the ability to identify opportunities for service improvement. Enthusiasm, innovation and confidence will ensure your success. This part time role is 25 hours (minimum) per week during term time. An application form and job description is available at www.edgewater.school.nz Applications close 13 April 2017 with an anticipated start date of 8 May 2017. Please forward your CV and expression of interest to: The Principals PA, Linda Dunne L.Dunne@edgewater.school.nz

LABOURER REQUIRED For Paving/ Landscape Company. Must be reliable and have own transport. Phone Ben 021 884 072

LAWNMOWING Assistant required, Full or Part Time. Ph 535 4520 OR 027 278 7819

Are you looking for meaningful work that makes a positive difference in people’s lives? Do you love working with special needs children and youth? Are you an energetic, motivated, enthusiastic individual? Do you have a great attitude? If you answer yes to the above you could be the person for us! Full drivers licence required and must have NZ Residency. Email your CV to: deearna@lifekidz.org.nz or call 533 6360 to discuss further.

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES CASUAL VACANCY

A casual vacancy has occurred on the Board of Trustees for one elected parent representative. The Board has resolved under Section 105 of the Education Act (1989) to fill the vacancy by selection. If ten percent or more of the eligible voters on the school roll ask the Board, within 28 days of this notice being published, to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held. Any eligible voter who wishes to ask the Board to hold a by-election should write to: The Chairperson Sancta Maria College Board of Trustees P O Box 64437, BOTANY

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SITUATIONS VACANT Customer Service Roles

What we offer: • Part-time roles • Full-time roles • Range of working hours designed to suit • East Tamaki based, no more travelling into the city – plus free parking • Comprehensive training programme • On-site café • Modern light filled offices surrounded by lush gardens You’ll be providing effortless customer experiences and support across our full range of products and services, and to customers from USA, UK and Australasia. Whether it's handling pre-purchase enquiries, basic technical trouble shooting, booking repair technicians or resolving customer issues. When it comes to delivering great experiences for our customers we know that the "cookie cutter" approaches of some organisations just aren't going to work for us. We don't want our customers to have to jump through hoops to get the support they need; we want them to have information and assistance available in the way that works best for them. Our customer service ethos is simple: low effort, on brand experiences - consistently. If you are looking for a new challenge in 2017 – then apply online at our careers site careers.fisherpaykel.com

REAL HUMAN GENEROUS CURIOUS

PAINTER

Min 2 years experience Eastern Suburbs Own transport Phone Sheldon 0274 522 494 or 09 537 0220

CD251248

There is an exciting opportunity to join Vulcan Stainless, a New Zealand owned stainless steel distribution company based in East Tamaki. We’re looking for a suitable candidate to join the team responsible for the day-to-day processing of the out-bound orders to our NZ wide customers base, from picking and packing through to the completion of paperwork • Take pride in your work output • Can follow instructions • Always follow Health & Safety procedures • Have current NZ driver’s license • Have basic computer literacy We value employees who are able to work well under pressure and thrive as part of a strong fun team environment. A fork hoist license, and experience with overhead cranes, band saws, bar saws or CNC operations would be an advantage, although full training will be provided to the right applicant. This role my suit a stores professional or it would well suit a school leaver with an ambition to establish themselves in a growing progressive NZ business with many opportunities to progress in the future. To apply, please email a cover letter and a copy of your CV to mark.stafford@vulcansteel.co.nz

HELP Needed to finish local boat interior. Experience preferred. Hours to suit. Good rate. To view ph Kevin 527 2155 or Paul 021 488 468

Superstar Programme Supervisors Required!

We are looking for dedicated customer service consultants to join our 24/7 Global Customer Care team.

STOREPERSON

Fitter/welders required for busy East Tamaki workshop. Small fabrication with site installation and service work. Please reply to: office@masons.co.nz

SITUATIONS VACANT

We’ve been making great products since 1934 and making great careers since not much longer after that.

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CD251038

We are seeking to appoint a Club Manager to ensure the smooth running of the club. The Club Manager is responsible for: • Ensuring that a Facilities Plan is in place with the Board and that the Club’s facilities are kept well maintained; • Building a strong working relationship with the council contracted groundsmen, which includes a workable system on how the ground is appropriately covered prior to games; • Management of ﬁnance and administration systems, under the guidance of the Board Treasurer; • Overseeing all the administrations staff employed by the club; • Management of grant applications; • Ensuring that the club is visible via social media and has an up to date website; and • Any other ad hoc cricket projects that may be required from time to time and as determined by the board. To apply, please send a cover letter and a CV to: gm@hpcc.org.nz

EDGEWATER COLLEGE

CD251231

Club Manager

FIBREGLASS LAMINATOR

CD251090

The Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club is one of the most successful clubs in Auckland, with over 1000 members, ranging in ages from 5 to 80. Howick Pakuranga has produced a number of representative cricketers and continues to do so with many new talented young players. • Five recent or current Black Caps – Kyle Mills, Colin De Grandhomme, Mitchell McClenaghan, Colin Munro and Glenn Philips; • A number of Auckland Aces and Auckland Hearts players; • Many age group representatives; • A number of championship winning teams; • A strong ﬁnancial base; and • Known for its cricket outreach, through events such as the recent Sir Ian Botham Dinner. Howick Pakuranga’s home is Lloyd Elsmore Park, with arguably the best clubhouse in New Zealand. The players are backed up with a progressive board and capable administration staff. As part of a recent adoption of a strategic plan, we are looking to expand our full-time staff by appointing a Club Manager.

OFFICE STUDENT SECRETARY

We require a professional, enthusiastic and experienced person with excellent communication and time management skills to front the student reception. The successful person will be required to work on the Student Management System (KAMAR) and perform general administrative and sick bay duties. You will also be expected to run and help produce the School Yearbook. Data entry and computer literacy skills essential. First Aid training will be provided if necessary. Ideally we would like the person to start at the beginning of Term 2, 1 May 2017. Hours are 8am – 3.30pm, 5 days per week. A job description is available on request. Please email your cover letter with a CV to: mailbox@bbi.school.nz Closing date will be MONDAY 10 April 2017

We are looking for a hard working person who is keen to learn and develop their skills. Must be reliable and have a driver’s licence. Ph 027 505 1411 or email your CV to info@riggaspaving.co.nz

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Duties and responsibilities • Provide excellent customer service • Support the sales and marketing team • Promote the features and multi media benefits of Times Media • Liaise with sales, production and administration teams

Hauraki is a progressive group of 7 x Panelshops specialising in late model collision repair. Our East Tamaki branch is seeking an Office Administrator to work Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm. This role is our customer interface and will include administration, reception and customer service. The ability to work independently and show initiative is vital. The suitable applicant must have good communication and time management skills and be comfortable working in an automotive workshop environment. A knowledge of accounts and MYOB or similar would be preferred. This is a salaried role in the $35-40k range. You will also need excellent English, be fully computer literate and have great interpersonal skills and personal presentation. Please email your CV to: greg@haurakipanel.co.nz

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Topcoat Specialist Coatings has a position for a keen enthusiastic Storeman to support our team. This role is critical in supporting our applicator team and managing stock and equipment. Our business has grown significantly in the last 12 months, and we require the services of an enthusiastic dynamic hands on person, who doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty. You will need previous store experience and be willing to go the extra mile. The successful candidate will: • Be physically fit • Have a good work ethic and positive can-do attitude • Be able to work as part of a team, with a sense of humour! • Undergo a drug and alcohol test • Having a valid Class 2 drivers licence would be an advantage • Have a fork hoist licence or be able to obtain one • Strong written and oral English • Have New Zealand residency The role includes but not limited to maintaining orderly systems in the warehouse, recording inwards and outward product, clean and maintain plant and equipment, delivery to site, stock management and control systems. There may also be a requirement to assist our crew on the tools. Please email a covering letter and your CV to: info@topcoat.co.nz

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Full Time Kitchen Hand The Good Home Howick are looking for a Kitchen Hand to work with our fantastic Head Chef. Varied hours which will include some evening and weekend shifts. We are seeking a self motivated person who will work well unsupervised, with a willingness to learn as making and plating up desserts will be the responsibility for the right applicant. Please drop your CV off to us and fill out an application form or email us admin@theprospect.co.nz

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We require an enthusiastic and experienced medical person to be in charge of our medical room and carry out general administrative duties. Nursing or appropriate medical experience essential. Hours: 8.30 – 4.00 daily : school terms. To commence: Term 2: 1 May 2017. Application form and full Job Description are available on website : www.sanctamaria.school.nz Apply in writing enclosing application form and CV to: Business Manager P O Box 64 437 Botany Town Centre MANUKAU CITY Or email: m.littlejohn@sanctamaria.school.nz Applications close: Monday,17 April 2017

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Kids Crafty Clubs are seeking an energetic, caring person to work with 5 to 14 year olds after school, enjoy interacting with children doing arts and crafts, homework, playing games or sports activities. Hours are from 3pm to 6pm Monday to Friday and be available for full time work in the school holidays. Must have full drivers licence to drive the vans. If this sounds like you, send your CV to: kidscraftyclubs@xtra.co.nz

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The Good Home Howick are looking for enthusiastic staff to join our team, with a desire to provide outstanding hospitality. Experience is preferred however full training will be given to the right person who has what it takes - good work ethics, presentation, reliable, team player and if you can make a good coffee - even better! Part time evening and weekend shifts available. Formal on the job training is provided, leading to industry recognized NZQA qualification in hospitality for the right applicants. Please drop your CV off to us and fill out an application form or email us admin@theprospect.co.nz

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Our small rest home needs an experienced Night Caregiver. To be successful, Caregiver candidates must have a minimum of 2 years experience in elderly care, be able to work flexible hours, be patient and caring with elderly and be able to work weekends. Phone/Text (pref) 021 701 981 or Email CV to: fenciblemanor2015@gmail.com

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Are you outgoing, confident and have a passion for selling? Here’s your chance for a great career as part of a successful advertising sales team based in vibrant Botany Town Centre, Auckland.

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We are seeking just such a person to fill a challenging sales role requiring: ■ Excellent communication/English skills – written and oral ■ Excellent time management ■ Ability to multi-task and handle pressure ■ Negotiation skills ■ Bubbly personality with can-do attitude A media background would be advantageous.

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You will work on a variety of publications including EastLife, Rural Living, Howick & Pakuranga Times; Botany & Ormiston Times and special projects.

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

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One Lord One Faith One People

Easter Church Services

SUNDAY, APRIL 9

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To book your space please phone 271-8055 or email tanyac@times.co.nz

Easter Saturday Saturday, April 15 Easter Vigil – Blessing of Fire and First Mass of Easter 8.00pm Easter Sunday Sunday, April 16 Mass 8.00am and 9.30am NB: No 5.30pm Mass today

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You are invited to a 6 part seminar series on

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To be held at The Pakuranga Christadelphian Hall, 51 Dale Crescent, Pakuranga Seminar 3 will be held on Sunday, April 9 at 7pm

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

The letter is of considerable importance in relation to the development of the early Christian religion. It also explains how the sacrifice of Christ is the basis of salvation and the promised kingdom of God on earth. Come along to consider how the letter is relevant to us today.

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

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Good Friday Friday, April 14 Stations of the Cross 9.00am Solemn Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion 3.00pm

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Holy Thursday Thursday, April 13 Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7.00pm

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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, Printed by Business Media Press, 50 Stonedon Dr, East Tamaki. www.times.co.nz

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Times is proud of its progressive and high-achieving team and encourages staff input. We offer a great work domain with high tech systems in the heart of a stimulating environment. Hours and remuneration negotiable.

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LESSONS FROM $20 Private, professional,affordable. Competitions, practical and theory exams. We have teachers in your area. (Est 63 yrs)

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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

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Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Pundol Food Ltd, 200b Burswood Drive Burswood, Manukau Auckland 2013, has made an application to the District Licensing Committee at Auckland for the renewal of an On Licence in respect to the premises situated at D/317 Ti Rakau Drive and trading as Rangoli Indian Cuisine. The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is as a Restaurant. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday 11.00am to 2.30pm and 5.00pm to 11.00pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the offices of Auckland Council at Orewa, Takapuna, Henderson, Manukau, Papakura, Pukekohe and 35 Graham Street, Auckland Central. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the renewal of the licence may not later than 15 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Auckland Council, Private Bay 92300, Victoria St West, Auckland. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

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Public notice of application for an on-licence Under section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Full name of the licence holder: Barrel Inn Limited Address: 15/1 Cook Street, Howick Auckland 2010 Occupation: Incorporated Company has made an application to the District Licensing Committee at Auckland for the issue of an on-licence in respect of the premises situated at 15/1 Cook Street, Howick, Auckland 2010 The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is a tavern The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are Monday – Sunday 9am – 1am The licence may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of Auckland Council at: • 4 Osterly Way, Manukau City • 6 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson • 50 Centreway, Orewa • 35 Coles Crescent, Papakura • 32 Manukau Road, Pukekohe • 1 The Strand, Takapuna • 35 Graham Street, Auckland Central Any person who is entitled to object, and wishes to object to the issue of the licence, may file a notice in writing of their objection. The objection notice must be filed no later than 15 working days after the publication date of this public notice. Any objections must be in relation to matters specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. Address your objection to: The Secretary of the District Licencing Committee Mail to: Private Bag 92300, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142 This application has been/will be published in a newspaper on the following dates: First notice: 30th March 2017 Second notice: 6th April 2017

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Phone (09) 846 6869 for a group near you. www.grow.org.nz

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Times Church Services is the ideal way to reach 38,576 homes in your area and surrounds. Inform your parishioners whats on at your church over the Easter break. To find our more or to advertise, phone Tanya 271 8055 or email: tanyac@times.co.nz

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Foran is Warriors saviour T

he lifeline offered to Kieran Foran by NZ Warriors chief executive Jim Doyle looks set to pay a rich dividend after his well-documented troubles and suicide attempt when living in Australia last year. Not that his presence will automatically guarantee the Warriors a top eight playoff spot. But judging from his debut performance in Sunday’s 28-22 win against the Gold Coast Titans, he offers a tactical brain and leadership role the side badly lacked. Foran’s presence will also lift a huge weight from scrum half Shaun Johnson’s shoulders after the responsibilities of Johnson’s solo playmaking role curbed much of his instinctive brilliance as a fast and elusive runner. Johnson can be a frustrating player whose failure to develop the playmaking skills and tactical kicking excellence of a Cooper Kronk or Jonathan Thurston has copped criticism from Australian greats Andrew Johns and Laurie

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Daley. But he has always been honest in admitting his faults, without laying blame on team-mates who have failed to give him the backing he deserves. Foran, both smart and tough, reads the game beautifully and is capable of utilising the try-scoring speed of Johnson and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck by putting them through gaps with his beautifully timed draw and pass game. Sunday’s performance against the Titans was an impressive club debut for a player who was understandably nervous and asked fans not to expect too much. He could also return to Australia where his two young sons and separated partner live after completing his one-year contract. But for as long as he is here, the Warriors would do well to make a point of learning from him. Especially guys like Solomone Kata and Dave Fusitu’u who need to develop their passing skills to complement their

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Agnew’s Angle power and pace if they are to become top centres. As a tackler, Foran will be to his backline what Simon Mannering is to the forwards, a much needed defensive asset within a team that leaks too many easy tries. Meanwhile, Canterbury lead the Super Rugby roost with six straight wins, the latest a 41-22 romp against the Waratahs in Sydney despite the absence of Kieran Read and the injured Israel Dagg and Seta Tamanivalu. Their backup has been impressive with Tim Bateman forming a strong midfield partnership with Ryan Crotty and new chums Whetu Douglas, Bryn Hall, Mitch Hunt and George Bridge slotting in to the manner born. Especially impressive has been the Crusaders ability to offload and back up no matter how much pressure they

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Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club member and Black Cap allrounder Colin de Grandhomme has received a late call-up to the Indian Premier League. De Grandhomme will replace West Indian Andre Russell, who is serving a one year ban for a doping-code violation, in the Kolkata Knight Riders alongside Black Caps teammate Trent Boult. De Grandhomme has played eight Twenty20 internationals for New HE’S IN: Colin de Zealand after making Grandhomme will play for the Indian Premier League his debut against on Saturday. Photo supplied Zimbabwe in 2012. He returned to the side after a five year absence earlier this year when he played in January’s series against Bangladesh. Other Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club members to play in the IPL include Colin Munro and Mitch McClenaghan. The Knight Riders open the season on Saturday against the Gujurat Lions which features former Black Cap Brendon McCullum.

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