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he possibility that Howick village could in time be hemmed in along its northern side by three-storey residential buildings is expected to create widespread anger, according to Howick Ward councillors, Dick Quax and Sharon Stewart who have taken no part in the plan change. Maps of up-zoning decisions made behind closed doors by Auckland Council’s Unitary Plan Committee have been released in confidence to the councillors, but

were leaked last week to the New Zealand Herald newspaper. Neither Mr Quax nor Mrs Stewart are members of the committee. Mr Quax says widespread changes are being made with no community consultation and without any submissions asking for those changes. According to the leaked report the Howick village change involves up-zoning the northern end of Ridge Road from the corner of Bleakhouse Road and around Howick Village to Sale Street.

Changing from ‘mixed housing suburban’ to ‘mixed housing urban’ gives potential for the development of buildings 10 metres high (plus one metre for a portion of the roof) - or three storeys. Under mixed housing urban, developments would require resource consent, could be declined and could be notified. Mr Quax says the important fact is that some sight lines will be lost, although he acknowledges that under the PAUP (proposed Auckland Unitary Plan) the

council is obliged to protect view shafts, such as that around Crawford Reserve. He and Mrs Stewart are also angry at another proposed change in the leaked report which involves up-zoning both sides of Pakuranga Road, from the Pakuranga Plaza to Aviemore Drive from ‘mixed housing urban’ to ‘terrace house and apartment building’ (THAB). The change has been made on the strength of just one submission, Mr Quax says and no consultation. ➤ Turn to Page 5

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andice Thum has been making headlines since she was just one day old. She was Australia’s first IVF (in vitro fertilisation) baby, a marvel of modern science. Sydney-based Rebecca Featherstone Jelen, a 29-year-old mother of two is also a test tube baby and is here in Auckland to dispel the stigma around fertility matters. They call themselves the IVF-lings. “Lings as in aliens,” they laugh. On a more serious note, they explain that the term is used to describe a child conceived through assisted reproductive techniques. The duo has some startling fertility facts to share such as one in six couples is infertile. Also, every classroom these days has at least one IVF baby. Men and women equally contribute to it. “Of infertility cases, 40 per cent is a male issue, 40 per cent female issue and remaining 20 per cent is unknown or combination of male-female,” says Ms Thum (nee Reed) who is married to a Kiwi and has now settled in the eastern suburbs. The young mothers,

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After Paris, the local Muslim-Christian council calls for peace, respect and love

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est to ourselves.” Dr Boorooni says when innocents are attacked there are other reasons, than religion. “This crisis is not just the Middle East. Now people from many faiths want to be involved in the discussion. “It is important to analyse, even the psychological reasons.” Dr Boorooni and Rev Keeley represent the Shia Muslim-

Christian Council of Aotearoa NZ, an organisation born out of human friendship, they say. Asked what the Christian and Muslim communities can do in their own environments to foster peace rather than war, Dr Boorooni says education has a greater role. “Look at the ISIS attackers, they are aged between 20 and 24 and some have converted to Islam. “But some do not have a good education and understanding of Islam, but have been brainwashed by others. “It shows us that we must work more on the youth. “In New Zealand we need more understanding, not just of Islam but of that of our neighbours who may be Hindu, Christian or Muslim. “It means as neighbours living here peacefully we must know each other better. How do we keep the peace without knowing each other?”

Malosi did not think the woman should receive permanent name suppression as she had widely publicised the deed on social media. Despite that, she has one month to lodge an appeal, according to the New Zealand Herald. In the article Judge Malosi said the defendant’s actions after the incident were

more concerning including “continued taunting” of victim Dandi Wang, but acknowledged the defendant had done community work and donated to charity. Ms Wang said she was happy with the judge’s decision and was grateful for the support of friends, family, the police, the courts, her psychologist and ACC.

hen Paris was attacked by an ISIS terrorist group two Howick clergymen spoke out in sadness and condemnation of the event. Their message was one of solidarity with other Christian and Muslim leaders. Former All Saints Anglican Church vicar, Reverend Bruce Keeley spoke in unison with Dr Ali Boorooni, resident scholar at the Islamic Ahlulbayt Foundation of New Zealand community centre in Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga. Unlike many media comments, their message also expressed sadness at the attack the day before Paris in Beirut, Lebanon. Rev Keeley says it’s interesting that when the bombs fall in Beirut, the West says nothing, yet everyone is up in arms when it happens in Paris. The desire by Western

UNITED: Dr Ali Boorooni and Reverend Bruce Keeley both address faith in action at a seminar held earlier this year in Meadowbank. Times photo Natalie Brittan

nations to strike back is understandable, he says, and it is interesting that a greater consensus has now emerged among world leaders, for example Russia and the US. “When innocent people are being killed it is understandable that they want to retaliate. But if we are concerned about innocent people, it should be all innocent people. But there is a rush to protect those clos-

Glass smasher let off A director who shattered an employee’s glass desk with a mallet at a television company formerly based in East Tamaki has been let off without so much as a slap on the wrist. The New Zealand Herald reported that a 49-year-old

woman, with interim name suppression, pleaded guilty to a charge of possessing an offensive weapon before Judge Ida Malosi in the Manukau District Court last week but was discharged without conviction. The article said Judge

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Formosa takes new direction

ocal investors have taken over the multi-million dollar Formosa Golf Resort expressing good intentions. Although Australian citizens, the new owners of the multimillion dollar investment in Beachlands have been based in New Zealand for more than a decade and live in the Howick ward. The 18-hole course with 50 self-contained villas and a restaurant was bought for an undisclosed sum by privately owned company 110 Formosa trading under Pine Harbour Ltd (no relation to Pine Harbour Marina).

Investors Tzong Wen Huang, Meng Wang and major shareholder Wendy Wen finalised the sale in early October. The NZ Herald reported last year that the 190 hectare site was “in the throes” of being sold for around $45 million but no contract was settled. Manager Jerry Shih understands assets were consolidated to purchase Formosa and the investors’ portfolio formerly included North Shore’s Milford and Highbury Shopping Centres. He says while it is too soon to say what the owners’ plans are,

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he says for now, the golf course will remain. Residential development will not be ruled out, however, says Mr Shih. “We would welcome the idea if we can get support from the locals. It’s a treasure to the local community.” Mr Shih says former owners, the Tseng family, were introduced to the new owners through mutual friends and says Formosa will continue to serve the public. “We welcome everyone. It’s a public place not just for members only.”

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The Unitary Plan Committee’s decisions may have arisen from a recent report, ‘Auckland Council Development Capacity 2015’ which used computer models to show that while close to 900,000 sites had been “enabled” for intensification, less than 100,000 had market feasibility. “This goes back to what I have been banging on about incessantly,” Mr Quax says. “That because things are ‘enabled’ in the plan it doesn’t mean the developments will necessarily occur. “Now it seems the council planners are going down every rabbit hole to find where

they can intensify development. “It is going to face huge community backlash. “People are suspicious about the lack of transparency already. The council’s use of professional judgements is an indication of how much the process is out of the hands of the elected people.” According to the leaked report the single house zone on the eastern side of Howick to the coast will remain unchanged because it’s outside the FTN (frequent transit network) walkable catchment. It says the Unitary Plan will rely on single house zoning to maintain the character of the area. But Gayleen Mackereth who

chairs the Howick Residents and Ratepayers Association says proposed side and rear allowances of one metre are now proposed as the rule for all zones in the PAUP, including ‘single housing’, “meaning someone can build virtually on top of you and you will have no say and will not be consulted”. “The sizes,” she says, “will not allow sufficient room to sit in a kitchen chair in the backyard; will not allow for birds to nest because no sufficiently large trees will be accommodated in these sizes; and the areas will be inaccessible for wheelchair users or disabled people with a guide or mobility dog.”

not happy: Dick Quax (left) and Sharon Stewart believe there could be widespread anger to possible plan changes. Times file photo

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ook into the many facets of Wally Rice and some may well see fire and ice. The exceedingly warm gentleman with flame-tinged hair has, for decades, made his mark in the cooling trade. Coming from a family of bakers used to the heat of the kitchen, this is quite contrary. Of course, Wally, being the only redhead of the family, was never going to go down a traditional path although his russet crown may have been inherited from his father’s side. More than that, Wally has inherited the family’s legacy, Rices Mall, which was established by grandfather, Jonathan and father, Henry Russell (‘Russ’) and is still very much involved in the day-to-day running of the nostalgic retail site in Picton Street home to various quirky businesses. A former Pakuranga College student, Wally first started off his career as an apprentice for Kiwi whiteware manufacturer Fisher & Paykel. “The big name in our area was Fisher & Paykel. Just about everyone wanted to work for Fisher & Paykel.” Scoring the dream position, it seemed Wally was meant to be a ‘cool’ guy, spending more than a decade with Fisher & Paykel as its air-conditioning and refrigeration specialist. That part of the business

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later sold to Fletcher and Wally met a service engineer called Alf Reynolds who invited him to go into business. Together, they formed Reynolds Refrigeration Ltd, which went on to great things for big clients such as Air New Zealand as well as developing cutting edge refrigeration technology. But when GST was introduced in 1986, Wally decided it was time to leave. He then helped his father with various projects including the maintenance of Stevenson Village on Botany Road and the RSA residential units on Sale Street before an opportunity came up with Coca-Cola (later Coca-Cola Amatil) as its national refreshment engineer, setting up the ubiquitous vending machines of today. Other work followed including for a cold beverage com-

pany called Pacificool and Wally continued to maintain the family assets in Howick including Rices Mall and Moore Street shops (which have now been sold). Meanwhile, at home, things were busy Wally having married at age 23 and children following soon after. “I had one of each! Lion Red DB, Lion Red DB,” he laughs. Now with nine grandchildren, and another on the way, the proud grandfather is a staunch supporter of the Howick Historical Village and the Classy Crafts market in the All Saints Community Centre. It’s at the market where he found new love in local author Marilyn Bakker – or “my lady” as Wally fondly calls her. The love for his birthplace remains undiminished. “Howick’s all about the people. There’s a lot of lovely charity, community-based groups and good musical talent. “And it’s still an English village by the sea.” As a result, Wally’s relationship with the Times goes back a long way. “The current editor Nick [Krause] was my original contact and that’s how the paper started – upstairs in Rices Mall. “It’s still the best community newspaper around and there’s always been a fondness there.”

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hat do the scenic destinations of Waiheke, Matakana, or Piha have that the Howick Ward doesn’t? Not a lot according to Brett O’Reilly who heads ATEED (Auckland Tourism Events and Economic Development). The chief executive of the Auckland Council CCO (council-controlled organisation) was guest speaker at a recent Howick Tourism networking meeting and described how the pools at last year’s NRL Auckland Nines were named after Rangitoto, Piha, Waiheke and Hunua Ranges. “Do we put Howick on one next time?” he asked. “I believe we have it all before us in a significant way here,” he said. “For the first time a new hotel will be built in this area at Pakuranga Plaza. “Now that Ngai Tai ki Tamaki’s settlement is finalised I know they have plans for tourism. “I know how significant the opportunity is here. There are untold stories and opportunities.” The SPLORE boutique music and arts festival at Tapapakanga Regional Park

on the south-east coast gave Aucklanders the opportunity to come out to regional parks that they didn’t know existed, he said. “We want to work with local tourism clusters and help them grow.” Active groups so far were in Franklin, Matakana, Kumeu and Waiheke, he said. “I see just as much potential here in Howick,” he said. “There are gems of potential here, unparalleled. “ATEED wants to try and bring an integrated approach, getting leverage off the different activities. “We want to focus on how to create the right environment to allow businesses to grow and how to help with facilities. Nothing is too small – we are happy to help with the small stuff,” he said. “We know the markets in Auckland are popular, such as Clevedon and Matakana. And we are interested in promoting the night markets.” Des Topp, who heads the incorporated society Howick Tourism, said the group had grown from 33 to 75 operators who were being encouraged to network among each other and work through the Howick Local Board (HLB) and

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“I knew that the mayor’s vision of making Auckland the world’s most liveable city would come at a cost,” Mr Quax says. “High environmental standards, clean fast and attractive public transport, a city that attracts international talent and many of the other aspirations contained in the Auckland Plan all come at a cost. “Five years after the amalgamation is a good time to take stock of how we are going to realise the goals and aspirations of the Auckland Plan.” The council’s finance and performance committee has agreed to hold a workshop in February to consider the direction it wishes to take.

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Keven Mealamu, who has been illustrating the Young Authors Challenge stories since the initiative began eight years ago, drew his pictures for Josephine’s story in between training and Rugby World Cup matches in the UK. A live auction of selected artworks from each illustrator took place at the Young Authors Challenge launch event held at Barfoot

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he 1980s, like fashionable decades such as the 1950s and ’60s, have left a lasting artistic impression on musicians and fans of the songs of that glamorous, big-hair time. And so it has been for Andrew Maclaren, the former drummer and technical programmer for Stellar, the Kiwi group with singer Boh Runga that enjoyed brilliant success in the late 1990s and early 2000s with two number one albums, Mix and Magic Line. Maclaren lines up in the allstar 1980s show band 80sX that plays at the Howick Club on Thursday, December 17, with the concert also featuring the cheeky talents of Andrew Fagan, who knows a thing or two about the 1980s. Fagan is the well-remembered make-up wearing, barefooted frontman of the much-loved Mockers, who charismatically delivered hit after hit and memorable performances to guide his band into the charts and hearts of the nation during a magnificent 10-year run. “For me, it was all that fantastic stuff we grew up on,” says Maclaren, recalling the music of the 1980s. “When we were in Stellar, we were all inspired and influenced by the great songs of that era.” Maclaren, along with Runga, and Stellar’s guitarist Andrew

WHIP IT GOOD: 80sX is a slick 1980s show band, featuring former Stellar drummer Andrew Maclaren, Photo supplied second right.

van de Geer and bassist Kurt Shanks, were also fortunate to work alongside a man who had produced global pop hits in the early 1980s. Their co-producer was Tom Bailey, who was in the British techno dance trio Thompson Twins alongside his Kiwi wife Alannah Currie, as the pair had relocated to Auckland as Stellar’s star was in the ascendancy.

Tickets are available from the Howick Club at $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Pre-concert Christmas buffet tickets are also available for an additional $25. ■ The Times has double pass tickets to give away to the 80sX Christmas Concert. To enter just visit www.times.co.nz then click on the competitions link. Entries close Friday, December 11 at midnight.

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Santa’s elves work at being a gift to the world The countdown begins with just three sleeps to go to the Howick Santa Parade on December 6 at 2.30pm. There’s a palpable sense of excitement as 50 groups are preparing to participate at the crowning Christmas event in Howick. Taking the lead is the Rotary Club of Somerville, together with the Rotary Club of Pakuranga, led by Sylvie Wilkinson that has been working tirelessly, gathering Santa’s elves from the neighbouring Rotary Clubs who, in true Christmas spirit, have come together to work on an underlying theme of Rotary for this year: Be a Gift to the World.

For the first time there was a different synergy at work, as five club presidents and an AG, along with the young and not-so-young members from different Rotary clubs of South–East Auckland, came together for a working bee, leading up to the parade. The Rotary clubs of Pakuranga, Howick, Highbrook, Auckland South, Botany– East Tamaki and Somerville were spotted merrily packing loads of gifts for the Santa Parade. The idea behind the inspiring theme of being ‘A Gift to the World’ is to transform lives and make a difference. And what better time to share the good word with the community, than in the season of plenty? One of the older members of Rotary at the working bee for the Santa Parade was overheard saying: “It’s well worth giving up my siesta time. We should have more of this.” A well orchestrated exercise by Rotarians Andrew Harvey and Sylvie Wilkinson, a note to the local Rotary clubs on November 15 read: “This afternoon the Rotary clubs in our area held their working bee to prepare

Rotarians of all hues and stripes met up for a working bee at the Sailing Club to prepare for the Howick Santa Parade.

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the float and decorations for the Howick Santa Parade. Six of our seven clubs were represented, with 42 people working away at the Pakuranga Sailing Club, to ensure we are ready for a great show on the on the day. “Our thanks to Rotary Club of Somerville for their superb organisation and enthusiasm, and

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"There's nothing like partaking in the celebrations when Santa comes to town," says the jolly good man.

Rotarian Harvey says that on the big day, the combined Rotary Clubs of South-East Auckland plus the Rotaract clubs of Pakuranga and BotanyManukau will walk with the club banners beside our ‘Gifts to the World’ float and classic cars.

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Get your togs on this Christmas It’s a Kiwi summer tradition – grabbing your towel and togs and heading to wherever you can to dip, dive and drop into some water, but where are the best places to go? The AA Directions team has put together 10 of its favourite summer swimming holes to help inspire Kiwis to make the most of summer. “What we love about swimming holes is that they’re not always easy to find, so stumbling across one is like finding a hidden gem,” says AA Directions editor Kath Webster.

“Included on our list are a few sports that came highly recommended by AA members,” she adds.

■■ Blue Spring, Putaruru, Waikato: Te Waihau walkway follows a river with calm, clear pools great for swimming.

■■ Mosquito Point, Whanganui: What makes this spot special is a sturdy rope swing to leap into the river from.

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■■ Kerosene Creek, Rotorua: This natural hot spring in a river between Rotorua and Taupo is a popular gem.

■■ Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve, Malborough: Several great swimming spots are dotted along this riverbank.

■■ Karekare Falls, Waitakere, Auckland: Get to this spot with a 30-minute climb up the Taraire track to the top of the falls.

■■ Rainbow Falls, Kerikeri: An easy walk through native bush leads to these falls and swimming hole.

■■ Cleopatra’s Pool, Abel Tasman National Park: Complete with a natural

■■ Bulli Point, Lake Taupo: Located on the main road to Turangi, there are ledges of varying heights to leap into the lake from.

■■ Mermaid pool, Matapouri, Northland: Around the rocks form the beach, this rock pool is easiest to access at low tide.

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Our favourite Christmas Tree The pohutukawa tree, with its crimson flower, has become an established part of the New Zealand Christmas tradition. This iconic Kiwi Christmas tree, which often features on greeting cards and in poems and songs, has become an important symbol for New Zealanders at home and abroad.

The pohutukawa turns the theatre on around Christmas time.

In 1833 the missionary Henry Williams described holding service under “wide spreading pohutukawa.” The first recorded reference to the pohutukawa as a Christmas tree came in 1867 when the Austrian geologist Ferdinand von Hochstetter noted that settlers referred to it as such.

Pohutukawa and its cousin rata also hold a prominent place in Maori tradition. Legends tell of Tawhaki, a young Maori warrior, who attempted to find heaven to seek help in avenging the death of his father. He fell to earth and the crimson flowers are said to represent his blood.

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Time to scotch the myths Five common misconceptions about collecting artworks are explained by Balamohan Shingade, manager/ curator of the Malcolm Smith Gallery at the Uxbridge Centre for Arts and Culture, which will open its Tutors and Students Exhibition on December 3 (source Auckland Art Fair).

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“Especially in the central city, you see works going for hundreds of thousands of dollars. That’s not necessarily the case. All the works at our exhibition are priced at under $500. They are by established artists, PhD students and a broad mix of emerging and established artists.

new building as a contemporary art gallery, but will offer people the space to consider the works.”

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“We like to engage people with a huge market of emerging and established artwork. It’s not to say that if it costs more, it is better.”

“People are familiar with the property ladder, but not the art ladder and they are not the same. Buying ‘investment’ art because you hope that it is going to inflate in value and you can trade it in to pay for your retirement is not going to be satisfying in the long term.”

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“I can understand this feeling but we need to work to get rid of it. When people come to the Malcolm Smith Gallery they will find it’s not snobby because of our drive for public engagement.

Focus on a work that moves you says Balamohan Shingade. artists available, along with studio visits so that people can know about the work from the artist’s perspective.”

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Get into the Christmas spirit with music and dancing. Feast your eyes on beautiful Christmas delights, indulge in a spot of Christmas shopping and some delicious tasty treats. Sing along to Christmas carols and enjoy a visit from Sinter Klaus.

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RAK day for seniors

Rices Mall Howick Baker’s Delight Ph 537 4620

Christmas carols, tasty treats and lots of chatter were the order of the day when Elim Women performed a random act of kindness (RAK) for older people in their community.

Paper Plus Ph 534 8715

Howick Village Butchery Ph 534 4010

As part of their RAK day fun, the women from Elim East Christian Centre arrived at Ambridge Rose Villa in Pakuranga armed with delicious food for a shared morning tea.

Howick Sushi Ph 535 3565

Pakuranga & Howick Realty

Residents at the rest home revelled in the attention they received from the vibrant group and many sang along with the stunning Christmas carols.

Ph 538 0090

Salvation Army Family Store Ph 537 4267

Avenrose Florist

Of course, young visitors always bring out a twinkle in the eyes of older people, and the babies, teenagers and even a chug dog named Bella, were all very welcome.

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Miss Poppins Ph 533 6158

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Sonia Palalagi from the Elim Women says they wanted to spread they joy of Christmas with the residents. “It is the second time we’ve visited Ambridge Rose Villa and it is wonderful

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Singing and smiles were all part of the random act of kindness fun brought to Ambridge Rose Villa by Elim Women. for all of us,” she says. “We get as much out of sharing a little time with the residents, as they do from us.”

Christmas What’s On

Ph 535 8535

Cinnamon Brown Ph 534 7794

Great KidsCan Santa Run

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Wednesday, December 2, 6.30pm Barry Curtis Park A 2km-3km fun run/walk with everyone in Santa suits to raise money for KidsCan. Santarun.co.nz

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Michael’s Emporium Ph 533 0442

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Saturday, December 5, 12pm-9pm Beachlands Domain, Sunkist Bay Road, Beachlands Features art and craft stalls, dog show, lolly

The Beauty Room Ph 534 8840

scramble, Santa’s Grotto, food stalls, horse rides, bouncy castle, vintage games, a talent show and more.

9am before Santa makes his big appearance at 1pm. Also the Market on Broadway will be operating from 9am with all the shops open for your Christmas shopping and needs, including our cafes, bakeries and restaurants.

Papakura Rotary Annual Santa Parade and Family Fun Day

Indian Christmas in the Park

Saturday, December 5, 9am-1pm Santa Parade 1pm Papakura Town Centre, Great South Road. Come to Papakura and enjoy a family fun day before Santa and all the floats arrive. Free rides, face painting and fun for kids and adults will be on from

Saturday, December 12, 11am-4pm Sandringham Reserve Christmas fun day with dance, cultural performances, bouncy castle, face painting, games and more.

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Jingle all the way to Bin Inn As bakers and cooks take to the kitchen for the upcoming holiday season, Bin Inn comes to the rescue with tried and tested recipes... Many of the ingredients can be found in the Howick store in Moore Street including nuts, dried fruit, aromatic spices, baking mixes and much more.

pan by greasing the sides, then lining the bottom and sides with baking paper. Wrap the outside of the cake with newspaper and secure. Simmer the dried fruit with the brandy (or water) until most of the liquid is absorbed and the fruit is plump.

Take your pick from festive favourites such as Christmas cake, pudding and muffins, mince tarts and much more.

Meanwhile, mix all the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.

Here are some recipes to inspire courtesy of Bin Inn:

Paleo Christmas Cake Ingredients: 1½ cups chopped, mixed and dried fruits of choice plus 1 cup of water or brandy 1 cup chopped nuts of choice 1 cup almond flour ½ cup coconut flour, sifted ½ tbsp baking powder ½ tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp mixed spice ¼ tsp ground ginger ½ cup coconut oil, hard from the fridge Zest of one lemon Zest of one orange plus 2 tbsp juice 3 eggs, beaten ½ tsp almond essence

Method: Mix fruit mince ingredients in a food processor.

Combine all the ingredients together and gently mix until combined.

Sift flour and wholemeal flour in a bowl.

Pour into prepared cake pan and press down for an even surface.

Add melted margarine.

Bake in pre-heated oven for about 1 hours – or until a thin knife inserted into the middle comes out clean. Cool completely on a baking rack.

Christmas mince tarts

Method: Preheat your oven to 120°C. Prepare an 8 inch round or square cake

Ingredients: Fruit mince (or just use Bin Inn fruit mince for convenience): 1 cup raisins 1 cup sultanas ½ cup dates (chopped) 1 cup figs

Ingredients: Raw chocolate: ½ cup cacao butter 2/3 cup raw cacao powder 2-3 tbsp coconut nectar or maple syrup

Tart pastry: 1 cup flour ½ cup wholemeal flour ¼ cup margarine ¼ tsp artificial liquid sweetener 3 tbsp cold water

Then, mix the wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Add the dried fruit mixture to the wet ingredients plus two tbsp orange juice.

Decorate the top with almonds, pecans, dried fruit etc.

Peppermint creams

(chopped) ½ cup prunes (chopped) ½ cup brandy 1 tsp mixed spice 1 tsp lemon rind (finely grated)

Lastly, pour the remaining chocolate over the hardened mint filling in each cavity until almost filled and return them to the freezer and freeze overnight. The next day, remove the mould from the freezer and set aside for a few minutes before popping them out of the cavities and eating.

Mint filling: ½ cup cashews – soaked overnight and drained ½ cup coconut oil, melted 3-4 tbsp maple syrup 2 tbsp coconut milk 1-2 tsp peppermint essence 1 small handful of fresh spinach

Store the left over chocolates in the freezer so they remain nice and icy. Take them out only before eating! Try out these festive beauties and don’t forget to pop in to Bin Inn for a flavoursome Christmas!

Method: Melt the cacao butter in a bowl over a saucepan of boiling water.

Mix sweetener and add to flours and mix well.

When completely melted, stir in the cacao powder and your sweetener and whisk until well combined. Remove the bowl from heat and set aside.

Add enough cold water to make a dough. Roll out dough to 3mm thick. Cut into circles to line the base of tart tins.

Place all ingredients for the mint filling in a blender or food processor and blend well. Pour the content into a small bowl and set aside.

Fill with fruit mince. Use a cookie cutter to cut a top from left over pastry, place on top. Bake at 190°C for 15-20 minutes or until golden. Dust with icing sugar and enjoy!

A recipe from Beyond the Bin book soon to be launched this month:

Fill your mould of choice about a third way through each cavity (the remaining chocolate will be used later). Freeze it for 15 minutes (or until it hardens) then remove from freezer. Spoon some of the mint filling on top the hardened chocolate in each cavity and put it back in the freezer for about 45 minutes (or until it hardens) then remove from freezer.

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Time to start forming a menu of yuletide treats Travelling Apricot and brandy glazed ham Ingredients: 1 whole cooked leg ham, bone in or out Small handful whole cloves 1 cup apricot jam ¼ cup brandy

Method: Melt butter over a medium heat, add garlic and sauté for a minute.

Method: Preheat oven to 150 degrees C.

Add prawns, lemon pepper and celery salt.

Warm ham in oven for 10-15 minutes until skin starts to loosen. This helps it to peel off easily.

Peel off ham skin by gently pushing your fingers between the skin and fat. Use a sharp knife to lightly score the fat in a diagonal criss-cross pattern. Insert a clove in the centre of each diamond.

Mix apricot jam with brandy.

Recipe: www.annabel-langbein.com

Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, remove from heat and cool in a bowl on the bench.

Place ham in a large baking dish and spread over the glaze.

Retro prawn salad

Add mayonnaise, aioli and cucumber to prawns.

Bake for 50-60 minutes, brushing with glaze from bottom of roasting pan every 10 or so minutes. It’s best served at room temperature.

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2 tsp good quality mayonnaise 2 tsp aioli ½ cup telegraph cucumber, chopped and with skin on 8 medium-sized lettuce leaves 1 avocado chopped 1 spring onion, finely chopped and for garnish Lemon wedges to serve

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For dinner try our Polenta upma cakes, tempered curd dip, curry leaves dust; or beef scotch fillet ularthiyathu, horseradish colcannon, asparagus foogath, spiced eggplant caviar, onion bhaja – to mention just 2 items off our dinner menu

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Dr Svetlana Chevenko is offering free language courses over the Christmas holidays. Times photo Wayne Martin

Free oriental language classes By Marianne Kelly Organisations looking for new activities and an opportunity to increase young peoples’ learning during the summer holidays are being sought by a linguist who is offering a free introductory course for Chinese characters. Pakuranga woman Svetlana Chevenko has a PhD in applied linguistics, specialising in oriental languages. She’s observed the number of signs written in Chinese characters throughout the Howick Ward as the result of new immigrants choosing to live in the south-east. “There are so many signs in Chinese around the city, and my course would help young people to understand what they are saying or be able to ask a question about what the sign says. “People will get this knowledge, and knowledge is power.” She envisages teaching groups of about 10 young people aged 10 to 15. The class would be similar to those she has conducted this year at Selwyn College called ‘let’s start reading Chinese’.

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“My classes would be introductory only,” she says. “If the young people attending don’t continue any further, it is a piece of knowledge and world culture they will be able to keep.” She wants to hear from groups, for example churches, youth groups or people organising holiday school activities who would like to take up her offer of free tuition and can provide a location equipped with an overhead projector and white board.

“The characters are not as difficult to master as we are accustomed to think,” she says. Unlike many other language teachers, Dr Chevenko bases her teaching around getting an understanding of how the ancient Chinese created the writing

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These drivers are dangerous Due to the house that we are renting having a small driveway, we need to park some of our cars on the road. Friday morning, (November 13) at about 1am, my son heard a bang and his car alarm went off. Looking out his room window, he saw his car parked about two metres up the road from where he parked it last. He ran outside to find the right hand side of his car totally smashed and the right rear wheel in the middle of the road. A reckless driver had lost control of his car speeding down Bleakhouse Road, Howick, and spun out into my son’s car. But by the time my son got outside, the driver had already driven away. Luckily, there was a police officer who was off duty. He saw the crash then pulled over to tell my son what had happened while he was on the phone with the police. Police arrived and told us a few minutes after the crash they found the driver. A lot of the neighbours were there to offer help. They all had brought brooms and started sweeping the road to pick up all the broken glass. While we were all busy cleaning up the road, we heard a loud car racing towards us.

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How did we get the Christmas cake?

ne of the oldest Christmas dishes known is mince pie, which originated in the Middle Ages. The original recipe contained a mixture of finely chopped poultry, pheasant, partridge and rabbit. Later, sugar, apples, raisins and candied oranges and lemons were added. Over time, the meats were eliminated leaving only the sweet ingredients introducing the Christmas pudding and sweet Christmas mince pies. Christmas cake began in England as plum porridge. In the 16th century, the oatmeal was removed from the original recipe, and butter, flour and eggs were added to create a cake. During Christmas time the fruit cake was made with spices to represent the

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has about 13,000 enquiries annually, sees clients in desperate situations regularly. “They are heartbreaking cases, especially where children are involved,” Ms Godinich says. “They come to us as a last resort, having already tried all other options available to them, often referred to us by Government agencies,” she says. Numbers of enquiries from people needing emergency housing are increasing, doubling in the South East since 2013, which makes the lack of emergency accommodation all the more worrying. “There are very few options to offer these people,” Ms Godinich says. “We can suggest

hostels, boarding houses, local marae or camping grounds, but some of these are beyond their means and not suitable for families with children. “A concerted community effort involving local and central Government working with community groups is needed to tackle this problem in our region. Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga can be contacted on 576-8331.

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certain they’re dealing with legitimate companies before finalising a transaction or responding to an urgent request,” she says. Consumer NZ’s top five tips for people to protect themselves against scammers are: ■■ Never reply to any email asking you to confirm your bank or credit card details. Legitimate organisations will never ask you to do this. The same applies if you’re asked for this information over the phone. ■■ If you’re buying goods online, check the billing process is secure (characterised by https:// and a padlock symbol in the URL). Ensure the business has a physical address and telephone number.

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for 2016 Saturday classes at Howick Intermediate School Checkout our website: www.hsm.co.nz

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ForCasual more information $30 about pricing per session or to make an online booking, please visit ouracesports@xtra.co.nz website: www.acesports.net.nz Email: Or (09) phone 021 328 660Bay) Phone: 533-3343 (Cockle Email:(09) acesports@xtra.co.nz 274-4577 (Manukau)

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PAKURANGA - SUNNYHILLS - HIGHLAND PARK 3 Bed Kerswill Pl $500 Michelle HOWICK 3 Bed Ridge Rd $510 Matt DANNEMORA - FLAT BUSH 2 Bed Molville Dr $450 Kyla ST JOHNS 3 Bed Kissling Pl $630 Matt HALF MOON BAY - EASTERN BEACH - BUCKLANDS BEACH 4 Bed Pinero Pl $580 Michelle 4 Bed Imogene Way $600 Matt 4 Bed Clovelly Rd $875 Matt MT WELLINGTON 3 Bed Ellerslie/Panmure Hwy $580 Matt OTAHUHU 1 Bed Golf Ave $270 Matt

Robyn has worked in Property Management for the past 10 years, and in 2006 was awarded Ray White Property Manager of the Year. Being an energetic and dedicated professional, Robyn ensures a reliable tenant is placed into your property. Whether you require complete Property Management whereby eliminating any stress such as rent collection, monthly inspections etc giving you peace of mind, or simply a casual tenancy, Robyn will deliver a professional standard of service.

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BUCKLANDS BEACH – HALF MOON BAY – EASTERN BEACH 2 Bed Darren Cr $430 Amny/Cathy 3 Bed Britannia Pl $600 Cathy/Amny

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Shop 6, Compass Building, Half Moon Bay Marina Tracy Oliver DDI: 5381237 or 021 422 177 tracy.oliver@raywhite.com Cathy Huang DDI 538 1288 or 021 883 600 cathy.huang@raywhite.com Amny Lam DDI 5381287 or 021 108 6663 amny.lam@raywhite.com

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HOWICK 2 Bed Whitford Rd $400 Tracy 3 Bed Cantora Ave $580 Tracy 3 Bed Elliot St $590 Tracy 5 Bed Whitford Rd $650 Tracy BOTANY DOWNS - FLAT BUSH – DANNEMORA – EAST TAMAKI 2 Bed Armoy Dr $520 Tracy 4 Bed Stonebrooke Ln $650 Tracy 4 Bed Cyril French Dr $680 Tracy BURSWOOD 4 Bed Burswood Dr $645 Tracy

Cathy Huang DDI: 538 1288 or 021 883 600 Amny Lam DDI: 538 1287 or 021 108 6663

PIGEON, Cranberry Pl, Bucklands Beach, brown and white, phone Christine 5346 080

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Tracy Oliver DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177

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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

Missing from Rapallo Pl, Farm Cove near Pknga, Sun 15 Nov, was seen 2 days later on Galloway Cres - Large, handsome, confident, grey male tabby with a dark stripe down his back and smaller dark stripes down his side. Wearing black collar with white paw prints on it. There’s a silver cat shaped name tag attached with his name on it and owners phone number Phone the Cassidy Family 027 6988 262 - Reward

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HIGHLAND Park 3 Bedrooms, spacious living + deck. $480-$500. Text 021 136 6688

MEADOWLANDS, 3 brm, 2 bthrm, new carpet, no letting fee, excell cond, bond $2000, 1/18 Edendale Rd, $650 pwk, avail 5/12 Ph: 0274882556

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School Holiday Programmes

South Auckland’s best kept secret

SCHOOL HOLIDAY Programme CALL TODAY 535 5522

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11-29 January 2016 30 FREE SPOTS AVAIL, Aged 6-16 * See website for details Flexible drop offs/pick ups Mon - Fri 8am-6pm Suits All Levels 2016 Junior Club Enrolments Open Now! 2 sessions a day - Badminton - Lunch - Movies - Table Tennis - Fun Enrolment form: www.badmintonnz.co.nz/holidaybadminton.html Li Ning NZ Badminton Centre (A Charitable Christian Trust) 443 East Tamaki Rd, Dannemora, East Tamaki ✉ admin@badmintonnz.co.nz ✆ 272 7119

This is the last School Holiday Feature for 2015 Don’t forget to look out for our Education Feature, publication date January 2016 If you’d like to advertise in this feature, give us a call on 271 8055 or email classifieds@times.co.nz for more information The Classified Team would like to thank all our loyal readers and advertisers for their custom and wish you a very Merry Christmas and happy, prosperous 2016

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profit organisation that relies on grants and donations to maintain the high standards we set for ourselves. Their latest success is a new climbing and abseil wall addition to their high ropes course. Whether it’s rain or shine we provide choices that will enable your group plenty of fun and activity. We are also a great location for education outside the classroom, leadership development, personal and social development and tertiary education. We can accommodate groups of up to 85 people at any time. Children are introduced to the outdoors by our experienced and talented instructors who are always on hand to assist. Our Instructors are qualified and bring experience and expertise in working with groups of all ages in both recreational and personal growth programmes. All Instructors undergo training and assessment and vetting by the New Zealand Police. At Kokako Lodge we also cater to weddings, corporate groups and community groups. So whether you’re celebrating your special day, team building or having a huge family reunion our professional team can take care of all the details. So, to tailor-make your event at this OutdoorsMark Accredited facility, give us a call to discuss further or visit our website www.kokakolodge.org.nz 235 Falls Rd, Hunua, Auckland. Phone 09 292 4349, email office@ kokakolodge.org.nz The opportunities are endless!!

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Kokako Lodge is an 85 bed residential camp situated at the foothills of the Hunua Ranges Regional Park (Auckland’s largest park, at approximately 17 000 hectares). It was set up originally in 1990 by the Stuart Family but was later purchased by the Auckland Regional Council in 1995 and run by one of the local Park Rangers. In 2000 the Auckland Regional Council signed a lease agreement with the Kokako Lodge Trust to run the Hunua Environment and Outdoor Education Centre now known as Kokako Lodge. Kokako Lodge opened with a fantastic open day in the presence of the then Prime Minister Helen Clark. The Kokako bird is an inspirational New Zealand native bird which is fighting its way back from the brink of extinction and is renowned for the clarity and volume of its song which carries far across the forest. Male and female Kokako are similar in colour and size weighing about 230 grams. They protect their territory by singing and chasing away invaders and their diet consists of leaves, fern-fronds, flowers, fruit and invertebrates. Kokako Lodge offers a wide range of activities to meet the needs of your group. Activities are available as individual options or can be combined to create an action- packed programme. We believe sequencing activities gets the most out of both the activity and your group, so we aim to develop an activity plan that will maximise your group’s experience. The Kokako Lodge Trust is a not-for-

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Please provide your CV, covering letter and details of 3 referees to secretary@elmpark.school.nz

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Platinum Homes, one of the fastest growing New Zealand owned and operated residential construction companies are looking for long term construction contractors (preferably gangs of 3 – 6 tradesmen). • Area South Auckland to Bombay • Attractive on time regular payments • Good clean jobs (mixture of single level or two storey) • Must be LBP qualified • Excellent working conditions and regular work Platinum Homes are renowned for their quality workmanship and high standard of finish. If you have pride in your work, we really want to talk to you. Remember • No chasing bad debts • Regular supply of work • No more quoting • No looking for work. It’s here!

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We have a vacancy for a learning assistant. This person must be available to work from 9 – 12.30pm Monday to Thursday. Please forward a letter of application and CV with the names of two referees to the assistant principal judyc@mellonsbay.school.nz Applicants should have New Zealand residency or a New Zealand work visa.

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Sancta Maria College is a co-educational Year 7 – 13 State Integrated Catholic College in the Eastern Suburbs. We are seeking a part time Mathematics Teacher to teach senior classes, preferably Statistics. Hours are negotiable, one year fixed term position. You will be an enthusiastic teacher joining a high performing and well resourced department. The candidate should be focused on student engagement, relationships and achievement. Contact: Mr L Naicker for further information: 274 4081 ext 246. Applications close: Monday 7 December 2015 Apply by email enclosing your CV, Application Form and EEO Form, (available on www.sanctamaria.school.nz), with details of at least 2 referees to: The Principal, C/- s.andrews@sanctamaria.school.nz

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We seek a passionate and committed, qualified teacher to lead a fun and dedicated preschool Team within our family owned franchise. Knowledge of Reggio philosophy that inspires our daily practice would be an advantage. This position is full time and the successful applicant would have weekly, non-contact time and wonderful opportunities for Professional Development in-house as well as overseas. If you are interested in taking your teaching career to the next level send your covering letter and CV to Rachael Email: stheliers@bearpark.co.nz Phone 021 468 400

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Howick Baptist Healthcare is a well respected aged care provider. We are working towards becoming an Eden Alternative facility. We require a Registered Nurse to work Friday Night 2230-0700 Alternate Saturday Night 2230-0700 And relief shifts AM, PM and Night. The successful applicant will need to have a good command of the English language, be an energetic self starter, have a high work ethic and be empathetic to our residents. We offer excellent working conditions and ongoing educational opportunities to maintain your professional portfolio. Initial applications by phone to Howick Baptist Healthcare 139 Union Road Ph: 09 538 0800 ext 0 between 9.00am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday

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We need a skilled sales person to work alongside the magazine’s advertising manager in print, digital, website and retail sales roles. Wilderness is 25 years old. It’s still going strong as a print publication, but its digital presence – soon to be redeveloped website and newsletters – require an enterprising and enthusiastic person to a) push advertising budgets in all areas b) create and lead retail and subscription initiatives c) plan marketing and promotional activities This is a contract position that has been working well within a two-three day a week timeframe and would ideally suit someone with media sales or marketing industry experience who is looking to re-enter the workplace alongside a friendly, informal but vital group of people. Computer facility and sales skills essential, experience in using Salesforce or other CRM will be highly beneficial and most favoured. Knowledge of the outdoors and travel within NZ would be helpful. Pakuranga offices, competitive remuneration. Please reply in the first instance to: David Hall: david@lifestylepublishing.co.nz 09 5702658

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Sunday morning 9.30am (with children’s programme) Sunday evening service TBA Youth Group every Friday 7.30pm

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St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz Sunday, December 6 8.45am Communion in the chapel 10am Café Service with Communion and King’s Kids Thursday, December 10 10am Morning Worship

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At Stems, we have gorgeous pre-schoolers wait-listed to begin care in local family homes in 2016 now! If young children naturally warm to you and you are looking for a new home-based career, please contact us to arrange an interview….we’d love to meet you! Contact us today…….0800 78 33 78 Or Email: stephany@stemsfromhome.co.nz www.stemsfromhome.co.nz

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We require a person to work 5 days per week, hours to be negotiated. You will be responsible for Novopay, collating invoices and monitoring budgets. Job Description available on request.

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Howick College seeks a Homestay Assistant to work in our International Student Department, starting in January 2016 for 20 hours per week to assist our Homestay Co-ordinator. Duties include recruiting homestay families, placing students, visiting homes and interviewing students. Good communication skills and data entry ability required. Hours are varied from day to day and will require some occasional evening work. Applicants will need to relate well to both parents and young adults. A letter of application with current CV and contact details of three referees, together with the Support Staff Application form (which can be found on our website www.howickcollege.school.nz) can be emailed to secretary@howick.school.nz Applications close 9 December 2016

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic, self motivated person who can work independently and also as part of a team, to become our Caretaker and Property Manager. The successful applicant will have responsibility for the maintenance and management of our property, including: grounds and building maintenance, lawn mowing, swimming pool care and project management. The successful applicant needs to have good health, good inter-personal skills, like children and be flexible. Handyman skills essential, tradesmen’s skills an advantage. This is a full time position and available from 18 January 2016. For an application package please contact the school office. Applications along with the names and contacts for two referees should be submitted by 4.00pm Friday 11 December 2015 Macleans Primary School 10 Wycherley Drive Bucklands Beach Phone: 534 5191

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Church Secretary

Pakuranga Baptist needs a part time secretary for a busy, friendly church office four mornings (14 hours) per week. Applicants will have good communication skills, be well organised, possess some design skills, enjoy working as part of a team and have a sound knowledge of Microsoft Word, etc. Duties include reception, administration, and general office duties. Please contact Andrew on andrew.brown@pakbapt.org.nz. Pakuranga Baptist Church, 219 Ti Rakau Dr, Pakuranga

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Howick Primary School requires a Teacher Aide to support students with special needs in the classroom. Experience preferred but training will be given. The position commences on the 2nd of February 2016. You will need to be flexible around work hours but we anticipate 15-20 per week will be available. Email CV and covering letter to office@howickprimary.school.nz Closing Monday 7 December 12pm

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Athletes break zone records T

Times photos Wayne Martin

his year’s South Eastern Zone Athletics event, hosted by Bucklands Beach Intermediate, saw some of the most talented local athletes break a total of 21 records. Adriana White from Bucklands Beach Intermediate won four Year Seven Girl titles (100m, 200m, 800m, 1500m); placed second in the 400m event and long jump, and broke records in the 800m and 1500m events. Somerville Intermediate student Zane Powell won the Year Eight Boys 400m, 800m and 1500m, breaking all three of the zone records. The high jump event also proved exciting spectator

viewing, with Isabella Widvey from Somerville Intermediate and Emily Driver from Bucklands Beach Intermediate both breaking previous records. Taking out first place, Isabella jumped 1.58m to break the record by 13cm. Bucklands Beach Intermediate sports coordinator Stacey Knowles said: “Students showed determination, strength and talent this year. Schools also showed excellent sportsmanship and respect for the athletics officials.” Students placing first, second or third qualify for the Auckland Inter-Zone event held today at Mt Smart Stadium.

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National team pitches in for memorial tournament The New Zealand Junior White Sox team will join Howick Softball club in remembering a former valuable club member at the annual Bev Smith Memorial premier women’s softball tournament. From December 4-6 at the Meadowlands Reserve, the Howick Softball Club will remember Beverley

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Smith, a former treasurer, coach, and manager who passed away from breast cancer in 2008 raising money and awareness for the Breast Cancer Research Trust. This year the tournament features 10 teams, including two from Wellington and the national Junior White Sox team.

The public are encouraged to come and watch the games not only to recognise Bev’s contribution to the club, but also to show support for females in softball. contribution: New Zealand Junior White Sox team with Howick and Pakuranga softball club at last year’s tournament. Photo supplied

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aint Kentigern College has dominated the ASB Young Sportsperson of the Year awards this year with nine students receiving awards. One of them is 17-year-old showjumper Laura Inkster who claimed the international achievement Award and represented New Zealand at the FEI World Jumping Challenge held in Bulgaria earlier this year. Her Saint Kentigern College blazer is decorated with the badges of the people she met at the international event. The Clevedon equestrian has “quite a few” titles under her belt

including junior jumper of the year 2014 from the New Zealand Horse of the Year awards and is one of 10 in the national development squad of equestrians. She’s also busy preparing for the Taupo Christmas Classic just two weeks away as well as the next Horse of the Year Show held in Hastings in March next year. “I’m aiming for the lady rider and young rider of the year as well as the Norwood Cup [premier class winner]. It’s exciting. It’s good to have something to work towards,” says Laura. Other star sportspeople from East Auckland schools were also

recognised at the awards. From Saint Kentigern College: Christina Oscar (all rounder), Sydney Fraser (all rounder), Lance Watene (Service to Secondary School Sport), James Fouce (cycling), Isabella Richards (distance running), Dalton Papalii (rugby union), Connor Williamson (tennis), Brosnan Meleisea (touch). Howick College: Kayla Russell (mountain biking), Farrah Brill-Holland (underwater hockey). Macleans College: Nai Xin Jiang (table tennis), Sally Fu (badminton). Sancta Maria College: Tysaha Ikenasio (touch).

BRIGHT FUTURE: Equestrian Laura Inkster from Saint Kentigern College took home the international award at the ASB Young Sportsperson of the Year awards on Saturday. Times photo Wayne Martin

Heimgartner needs V8 Supercar sponsor for 2016 series By RUMER-GRACE ARCHER Super Black Racing’s Andre Heimgartner is looking like top talent for next year, but there is one thing in his way. With only two weeks to go and offers from top teams, Heimgartner desperately needs sponsorship to continue in V8 Supercars next year. The youngest in the 2015 V8 Supercar series, 20-year-old Heimgartner has been likened to Kiwi greats such as Greg Murphy and Paul Radisich.

Racing for the Kiwi Super Black Racing team in Australia this year, Heimgartner has made a lasting impression and earned some impressive supporters, including Prodrive Racing Australia boss Tim Edwards. “He has traits that show me that he will be a race winner... he definitely has the raw speed, no doubt,” Edwards said. Heimgartner’s next challenge, however, is finding the sponsorship that teams are requesting for next year.

With a new manager Dale Brittain of automotive specialist agency DBC2, a unique idea has emerged to provide top returns to a partner and have full car coverage and dedicated promotional activity. Heimgartner’s mum Sheryl Heimgartner says that even though teams have shown interest in him, without the support of a sponsor, Heimgartner loses his chance to race in V8 Supercars again next year.

“A good team wants him, but nowadays drivers must establish partnerships with supporters themselves, and bring funds with them to get the drive. Usually, companies utilise it to provide sound commercial value,” she says. This realisation hit home last weekend when Heimgartner was benched for the weekend at Phillip Island when Super Black decided to test another driver, Chris Pither, who currently has more sponsorships than him.

“Obviously money is a big part of it nowadays, and I would assume what they’re doing with Chris Pither has something to do with that,” Heimgartner said. Despite the disappointment, Heimgartner is focused on proving his talent on the track. “I just need to get into a good car next year,” he says. ■ If you or anyone you know could provide contacts that may help, please call Sheryl Heimgartner on 021-915-850, or email sdgartner@gmail.com.

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