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ment, as well as mobilise the joint, keeping the aesthetics in mind. Seven and a half year-old Milly who belongs to veterinarian Joelle March had been through a hip surgery. A joint injury had caused her left limb to hyperextend backwards. Some of her forelimb muscles had been dysfunctional

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collie. Once they got a cast of the leg and the x-rays of the joints, they designed a couple of 3D printed prototypes with room for padding and natural leg movement. The students are excited that they had the opportunity to work with an actual client and not just on paper. “We measured seven layers of the digital forelimb so that it fitted the shape of the cast Joelle sent us,� says Mark. Design and visual communication teacher Mr Brinsden says, “The demand for prosthetics for animals has skyrocketed. These days they are even making 3D printed prosthetics for broken tortoise shells.� Dr March for whom Milly is like her own child believes this is a big step in the right direction considering the students have been able to explore the reasonably new orthotics in New Zealand. “Milly’s physiotherapist says that the orthotics are normally sourced from US and takes a while to be made. She mentioned they have been looking for someone locally in New Zealand to make them,� she says. “I am happy that this has not only been beneficial to Milly but that Milly has been able to help the students to come up with a non invasive device which will help other dogs as well.�

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“WE ARE furious,� Gayleen Mackereth told the independent commissioners hearing submissions to Auckland Council’s Proposed Auckland Unitary Plan (PAUP), quoting a member of the Howick Residents and Ratepayers Association who said: “If Howick, one of the oldest settlements in Auckland, isn’t historic, what is?� The HRRA chairperson, with the backing of the Cockle Bay Residents and Ratepayers Association, the Howick Village Business Association and local historian, Alan La Roche, last week expressed dismay and anger at proposed track changes to the PAUP. They include deleting the Special Historic Character overlay in the Howick business district. There is also anger about changes to the Special Historic Character Heritage overlay for the Heritage Zone (7) areas of eastern Howick currently operative in the Manukau District Plan. Council planners want to replace the overlay with Historic Character, relegating it to a Single House Zone. Maureen Forrester, secretary of the Cockle Bay Residents and Ratepayers Association asked: “What right has the council to take away provisions that we agreed to when we bought our properties? “Barry Curtis [former Manukau City Council mayor] said Howick was ‘the jewel of Manukau’. We can’t understand how it can be thrown out the window by Auckland Council. This is another example of how removed from the community Auckland City is. It’s all for developments and immigration, forcing ratepayers of years to change their environment. “We are at a loss to understand why we do not have spe-

cial character status. People bought in the area and paid a premium for that heritage zoning.� The changes, council planners say, clarify the historic character criteria, including ‘physical and visual qualities’ and ‘historical’ but not including ‘social’. The council, Mrs Mackereth said, was claiming that Howick Village no longer met the criteria for Historic Character and could be relocated within the Built Environment section or become a Precinct. It was calling to rescind the height restrictions imposed in the PAUP. The restrictions, she said, were in keeping with the scale of the township. Deletion of height restrictions would destroy the village feel which would become “one more faceless shopping strip�. “They [the restrictions] are exceedingly important for future streetscape, ruling that developments should not be allowed to exceed heights already stated “We are furious, and residents are up in arms, that the council should attempt to move the goal posts like this after the Howick people and the Business Association had been assured that the Special Historic Character

was ascertained. “We urge that the commissioners repeal calls for wholesale change,� she said. “New Zealanders have always been remiss in preserving heritage. And here we are debating more destruction. Why? A quick buck for developers?� Mrs Mackereth also said residents were dismayed that the traditional Heritage Zone zoning in the Howick/Cockle Bay area would be removed. Under the current Manukau District Plan, the area to the east of Howick Village is designated the Heritage Zone. The legacy plans limit development in the heritage area and maintain the large sections of the original settlement and with larger trees. The HRRA and Cockle Bay Residents and Ratepayers Associations rejected the proposed changes to the traditional Operative Manukau District Plan (2002) Heritage zone and demanded that “this clearly historic area be recognised as a Special Historic Character area. “We totally reject the rezoning as an amorphous Single House Zone,� Mrs Mackereth said. The zone the residents want noted as an Historic Character area runs from the sea up

Macleans’ Park to Ridge Road and Stockade Hill along the eastern side of Howick Village to Paparoa Road and Sandspit Roads, thence to the sea and the Mangemangeroa Estuary. Members of the associations, Mrs Mackereth said, felt that the “overlay�, which is shown on PAUP maps only, is inadequate protection for one of the oldest settlements by Europeans in Auckland. “The fact that the Howick East Overlay does not appear in writing in the PAUP text gives a sense of foreboding that the whole historic nature of the area is being deliberately manipulated and deleted by the council.� Asked whether there had been any consultation with residents about the track changes, Mrs Mackereth said they had been found only by reading the documents. “We had no idea of this and it was also a big shock to the Howick Village Association.� A heritage overlay appeared in a map, but not in words in the document to support the map. “A council planner has told us that the overlay could be changed at any time, so the overlay has no status,� she said.

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WO young southern stars will visit Howick in the course of Operatunity’s latest New Zealand-wide tour. Vanessa Harvey and Michaela Roy, both 19, will perform in 3 Mad Fiddlers and the Odd Singer! along with fiddler, Marian Burns, singers, Susan Boland and John Cameron, and pianist Paul Carnegie-Jones. Michaela and Vanessa are both from Gore and have been friends since kindergarten. Their musical future was sealed when Michaela turned up one day with her new violin and Vanessa decided she had to have one of her own. They started lessons with the same violin teacher when they were five and are both classically trained. Ten years ago the girls started lessons with Marian Burns who introduced them to Irish and country music. They

have been playing together as the duo Tangled Strings for the past four years and this year won the Senior Instrumental Section of the New Zealand Gold Guitars Awards. They are spending five weeks together as 3 Mad Fiddlers and the Odd Singer! travels from Whangarei to Invercargill. Marian Burns, who will burn up the strings with the girls from Gore, is a frequent performer and recording artist with awards including a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Australian Golden Fiddle Awards. John Cameron and Susan Boland are a husband-and-wife team who founded Operatunity. ■■ Operatunity will present 3 Mad Fiddlers and the Odd Singer at 11am on July 7 at Picton Centre, Howick. To book phone 0508-266-237 or online at www. daytimeconcerts.co.nz.

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First the trees, now the house FIRST it was the pohutukawa, now it’s the house. The investors who bought a more prime section in Little Bucklands Beach are trying to palm off a four-bedroom, two bathroom villa on the site after hacking down a significant cluster of pohutukawa trees last month to make way for six planned subdivisions.

The offer of a free house made waves last week when it appeared on social and online media as Aucklanders continue to battle a housing crisis. Stuff.co.nz reported that the son of the investors, Jason Chen, said removal costs on top of a purchase price would render the dwelling unaffordable.

resident Pat Archbold going to the extent of penning a poem which featured in the Times last week. The pohutukawa were formerly protected under the Auckland District Plan which provided protection of species of trees over six metres in height. However, amendments to the Resource Management Act in 2009 and 2013 for trees in the urban environment saw that protection axed excepting individually identified trees.

The article goes on to report that he has been inundated by hundreds of email offers, but many prospective takers have balked after receiving quotes between $100,000 and $200,000 to relocate the house. In the meantime, locals remain devastated by the loss of the pohutukawa with one

Getting behind women’s studies A SCHOLARSHIP to help an adult female student advance her education is being offered by a women’s service organisation. The Zonta Club of East Auckland is calling for women aged 25 or over and in the second year of study to apply for its “second chance” award. The club established the scholarship for a woman embarking on a degree or diploma during its 25th anniversary year in 2012. Zonta is an international organisation that works to advance the status of women through service and advocacy. The East Auckland Club recognised the significance of edu-

status: Past winners of the Zonta Club of East Auckland’s “second chance”award are, from left, Nicola Rothville (2014) and Babette Maas (2013). Photo supplied

cation in raising this social and economic status resulting in the “second chance” award. Since the scholarship was established, two women, Babette Maas (2013) and Nicola Rothville (2014) have benefitted from the $1500 sum. Ms Rothville is currently getting ready for the last semester of her degree in nursing. She has just finished a placement with the Diabetes Service. The scholarship, she says, was perfect because the second year can be a flat one for students with such a long way ahead of them until graduation. “I used the scholarship to pur-

chase text books that I would never have been able to without those funds, uniform items and transport costs to complete placements,” Ms Rothville says. “I am very grateful for the help and am now busy trying to secure another New Zealand Nursing Organisation scholarship to complete the rest of the degree.” ■■ Applicants for the Zonta Club of East Auckland’s “second chance” scholarship can email eastauckland@zonta.org.nz or phone the president, Eleanor Moonie on 534-8681. Applications close on July 31.

A WELLKNOWN Howick businessman and a former Howick wes burns Community Board member are being remembered this week. Wesley (Wes) Burns, a retailer of the 70s and 80s, has died on Waiheke Island aged 71. And Michael (Mike) Smith, an elected member of the Howick Community Board from 2004-2007, has died in Melbourne aged 46. Mr Burns worked in appliance retail from the time he bought his father’s Burns Quality Electrical at Oneroa, Waiheke Island, in the late 1960s. After moving to Auckland in the mid70s he started a retail television company in Juliet Avenue, Howick and about 1978 bought the first appliance shop in Picton Street, Howick, formerly known as Howick Appliances. Towards the end of the 1970s he moved to the former BNZ Picton Street site and in the early 80s moved to a larger store which was sold to Mark and Wendy Campbell in 1989. Along with taking an active role in the Howick Business Association, he’s remembered as a strong supporter and member of the Pakuranga Rugby Club and was also involved in Auckland Rugby administration. He leaves his family, Alistair, Belinda and Matariki; Bo and Brendan; Matthew, Lisa and Richard; and Selwyn. John Spiller, who was chairman of the Howick Community Board during Mr Smith’s tenure, says he took his role seriously and always argued his point with passion and commitment. “This was based on his firm belief that he was there to represent the wider community view on a given topic during a board debate,” he says. “He took a particular interest in the Garden of Memories around the whare rebuilding and strongly felt that a rebuilt facility of the same size would eventually be inadequate once demand for its use grew over time. “Mike was an affable man, worked well with his fellow board members and often promoted an alternative point of view during the decision-making process,” Mr Spiller says. “I recall Mike as a dedicated family man who took a keen interest in his children’s sporting interests. I extend my sincere condolences to his family and friends.” Sharon Stewart, Auckland councillor for the Howick Ward, says she is shocked and saddened by hearing the unexpected loss of Mr Smith. “It was always a pleasure to work with Michael on the Howick Community Board where he was a much valued member and he will be much missed by those who knew him,” she says. “He has gone too soon. May you rest in peace Michael.” Mr Smith leaves his wife, Carolyn, and children Brittany and Jordan. A New Zealand funeral service date is to be arranged.

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‘I was humiliated’ Transgender media personality disgusted and upset claiming her sexuality was questioned in a local store By NATALIE BRITTAN

tion is sadly par for the course when shopping; I use the women’s changing rooms and ask if my best friend can come in with me, a reasonable request and one I’m sure they get all the time.” She says although incidents of this nature have happened “many, many times”, it was surprising that it is still occurring in light of recent developments in New Zealand and across the world. “It does make me wonder how far our country is coming in terms of facing diversity and inclusiveness no matter who the person is – black, white, gay or transsexual.” And it goes further to highlight how large organisations such as Farmers need to address lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) issues, she says. “I just want to raise awareness and turn the spotlight on organisations that need to promote diversity, equal opportunities and educate staff better.” She also found it fascinating that

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hile the world celebrated the ruling of same sex marriages in America recently, New Zealand seems to be still grappling with gender discrimination issues on a grassroots level. Just on Tuesday, transgender media personality Mary HaddockStanniland visited the Farmers store in Botany Town Centre, and claims she was victimised by staff members who questioned her sexuality. Ms Haddock-Stanniland was shopping with best friend and local Mitchell Harvey in the women’s fashion department hoping to purchase a pair of shorts for an upcoming holiday to Samoa when she says she was asked by staff members if she was a “man or woman”, then loudly described as “half woman”. “I was disgusted and upset really, and left feeling very singled out,” she told the Times yesterday before flying to Samoa. “As a trans person, mild humilia-

the incident happened in Botany Town Centre, which is a destination for south and east Aucklanders who make up the majority of the LGBTI community in Auckland. “Who’s to say [the shop assistant] hasn’t done it to others?” she says. A Farmers spokesperson declined to comment but said Ms HaddockStanniland’s claims are under investigation and a release would be issued at a later stage. As of yesterday morning, Ms Haddock-Stanniland had not received an official apology from Farmers and was “looking to getting on a plane and heading to Samoa”. Despite flying out without any shorts, she says she had been approached with offers from sympathetic fans which was “very sweet”. DISGUSTED: Media personality Mary Haddock-Stanniland allegedly faced discrimination while shopping at Farmers in Botany Town Centre. Photo supplied

Flu season hits Summit delivers new business elderly worst ➤➤From page 1 Ambridge Rose Manor told The Times that 2 of approximately 104 residents did not consent to the vaccination and around 90 per cent of staff had been vaccinated. An employee of Pakuranga Village said about 90 per cent of residents had been vaccinated. Imac works with east Tamaki Healthcare and other organisations to collect and collaborate data which can be used to estimate the vaccines effectiveness. Imac director Dr Nikki Turner says according to surveillance reports the current flu vaccine appears to be well matched to the main circulating viruses this season. The influenza virus is constantly changing or mutating so the vaccination cannot fully protect a person from becoming ill. This season the

vaccination is approximately 59 per cent to 73 per cent effective against preventing influenza in healthy adults, she said. “Some don’t want to and some are allergic to it.” She said it was “not mandatory” for staff to be vaccinated against influenza but some had. A nurse at Bucklands Beach Rest Home said all the residents there had been vaccinated against influenza and only four or five employees out of around 50 turned down the opportunity to be vaccinated.

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attractions: Clockwise from top left, Crystal Mosque, freshly caught squid, and the tranquility of being out at sea. Times photos Natalie Brittan

Malaysia is often pictured straddling the conservative front. But I’m pleased to report there was nothing untoward on my trip to the majority-Muslim state. The only downside is a pint of lager may not be as readily available save in Chinatown. Terengganu’s Islamic attractions are really quite a sight to behold too, including the Crystal Mosque (a waterside glittering affair) and the Islamic Civilisation Park on a small island which displayed replicas of significant Islamic architecture from all around the world. Culturally, there was plenty to

see and do as well. Watermelon carvings, Malay martial arts (silat), spinning large wooden tops (gasing), pounding rice grains by hand with a giant mortar and pestle, and lion and dragon dances in Chinatown all made for great spectator fare. The food and flavours were something else entirely. Where else in the world can you eat squid stuffed with glutinous rice or a curry made with fermented durian? While those were acquired tastes for some, I was impressed with Malay cakes and desserts that were nothing short of more-ish.

Above all, the seafood was the real draw card. Fresh fish, squid, crab, clams, prawns were all on the menu and after a day out at sea, it’s the best reward for fishermen and women. Naturally, there’s no need to fish by season with Malaysia hot all year round although I’m told the season for squid runs from April to October – perfect for escaping the colder New Zealand months. So, if you’ve worn one too many leis, seen one too many hula dances, then maybe it’s time to head in another direction – one with many more unexpected twists and turns.

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she is vociferous about as Ms Abel is also involved with giving legal advice to the disabled in Auckland in her capacity as chair of Auckland Disability Law, in Mangere. “Though there are a lot of legal aid centres, a lot of them don’t have enough knowledge about the disability sector,� says Ms Abel with qualifications in vision rehabilitation, social pol-

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Launched less than two years ago with just one stylist on board, the Supreme Award is a reflection of the salon’s impact on the district and its commitment to clients who love the service and style that HAIR at the Terraces delivers.

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Local cheerleaders made their mark at the big cheerleading competition at the weekend where teams of similar age and level compete to win their divisions. Fame Gym Manager Rebecca Moen of All Star Cheerleaders said there were more than 1300 cheerleaders from all over New Zealand and Australia in attendance at the North Shore Events Centre.

LOCAL RESULTS: 1st place Secondary School Level 2 and GRAND CHAMPIONS SCHOOL – Howick College 1st place Intermediate School Level 1 – Somerville Intermediate 1st place Level 1B Youth Allgirl – Fame Shooting Stars 1st place Level 1 Youth – Fame Glitter 1st place Level 2 Junior – Fame Hollywood 1st place Level 2 Senior – Fame Queenz 1st place Level 3 Open Small – Fame Idolz 1st place Level 4 Open Coed – Fame Obsession

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Thank you Auckland Thank you to everyone who helped shape our city for the next 10 years and beyond.

We agreed to keep the average general rates rise to 2.5 per cent in 2015/2016. This is an average increase of 4.2 per cent for residential, 1.4 per cent for business and a decrease of 9.7 per cent for farm/lifestyle properties. We will also work with central government to agree how Auckland can raise its alternative transport funding. This is likely to require legislative change and could take some years to establish.

This 10-year budget was the largest and most exciting conversation we have ever had, with more than 27,000 people from all over the region providing us with their views.

We know Aucklanders want us to start investing in fixing transport now, so to do so we agreed an Accelerated Transport Programme which includes additional investment of $523 million over the next three years. To help fund the council’s share, a three-year Interim Transport Levy will be established from 2015/2016. The levy will be set at $113.85 a year for non-business ratepayers including GST (equating to $2.19 per week) and $182.85 for business ratepayers ($3.52 per week).

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Volcano guardianship management considered

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MANAGEMENT plan that will set the foundations for how the Super City’s volcanic cones are valued, restored, protected and managed in the future is being developed. It’s the work of the Tupuna Maunga o Tamaki Makaurau Authority which is setting the foundations for management of the Tupuna Maunga (ancestral mountains). The plan will replace the former separate legacy management plans for the volcanic cones now administered by the Maunga Authority following the historic Tamaki Collective Treaty settlement last year. Ohuiarangi/Pigeon Mountain at Bucklands Beach is one of the 14 volcanic cones included in

and road networks; signage and more. Paul Majurey who chairs the Maunga Authority says the cones represent some of the most significant cultural, historical and geological landscapes in the region and it is appropriate that a unified and cohesive approach is taken to their care.

the collective redress. The plan will look at the significance of the cones to Mana Whenua and local communities; also conservation, identifying and protecting cultural heritage, natural and geological settings, biodiversity settings and eco-

systems, protecting view shafts and acknowledging the cones as Auckland’s point of difference in the world. Other issues to be considered are pedestrian, cycling and vehicle access; passive and active recreation; tourism; track

Security threats discussed at meet DEFENCE Force top brass will be rolled out to a public meeting aimed at engaging and informing young people. Two high-ranking officers and a Ministry of Defence official will address the event organised by Botany MP, Jami-Lee Ross on July 6. Mr Ross says the intention is to make information available to senior secondary and tertiary students, young community leaders, and any

other young people interested in defence matters. Participants include cadets training under the direction of No. 40 (Howick) Squadron, Air Training Corps commander, squadron leader NZCF, Tyron Guthrie. Mr Ross says it will be interesting to hear about the careers of the senior officers and ministry officials attending and their thoughts on the future of the nation’s

Defence Force. The meeting is being held in conjunction with current consultation on the Defence White Paper to be finalised and published before the end of this year. The document will be the Government’s blueprint for addressing security threats, challenges and opportunities facing the country over the next 25 years. “That’s why it’s important

■■ People can submit their thoughts on what they want to see included in the management plan by emailing suggestions to tupunamaungaimp@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz by 5pm on July 31. The first draft of the plan will be prepared by next December and formal public consultation will be held in February-April next year.

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Welcome to the world! WELCOME to our new babies page. We want parents – and proud grandparents – to please send us your photos of the newest arrivals to your family, together with date of birth, weight, where born, parents’ names, suburb and siblings’ names and ages. Send them to editor@times.co.nz or post a photo and details to us at Times Newspapers, PO Box 259-243, Botany 2163. Hunter Selwyn Miller was born on May 28, 2015 weighing in at 6lb 11.5oz in East Tamaki to parents Cushla Murray and Luke Miller. baby, baby: More than 200 exhibitors will be at the show.

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Eve Marie Fairhurst was born unexpectedly one month early on August 25 at Middlemore Hospital by our amazing midwife Nimisha. She has safely delivered all of our children! Baby weighed only 5lb 2oz. We live in Howick. She has two big, very proud brothers – Sebastian (6) and Blake (3). Mum – Tracey, Dad – Tony are also very proud of all our three gorgeous children!

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OWICK Little Theatre patrons can expect a work of high drama as a cast of six presents the story of two sisters who experience the friction and confrontation resulting from surrogate motherhood. Birthrights by David Williamson, is especially close to HLT director Nick Martin’s heart. One of his sisters carried a surrogate baby for his other sister. “Because of that it struck a chord with me,� he says, “having observed the difficulties created by that act of generosity. So I wanted to become involved in bringing a play like that onto the stage.� When the HLT selection committee looked at their options, its members felt that Birthrights should be presented and that Mr Martin was the right person to direct it. While initially reluctant because he may be too close to the subject, he says directing the play has turned out to be right for him. It has been a challenge, he says, to bring to the stage a play that involves 29 scenes set over about eight different setting locations, “a lot for a two-hour show�, he says. “That is always a challenge but we have a particularly accomplished cast which makes the job easier.� Another staging challenge has been accommodating a period of 18 years, beginning with one sister, Claudia, played by Alana Pearce, offering the chance to have a baby to her older sister, Helen, played by Elizabeth Noon, until the audience is

striking a chord: Presenting Howick Little Theatre’s next production, Birthrights are from left, Elizabeth Noon (Helen), Alana Pearce (Claudia), Pam Browne (Margaret), and director Nick Martin. Photo supplied

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HLT will host a special fundraising presentation of Birthrights to help raise funds to buy a Mondiale Life Pod Incubator. Auckland engineer John Borrows has joined New Zealand pharmaceutical specialist and philanthropist, Sir Ray Avery’s bid to build cheap and durable Life Pod incubators. Usually an incubator will introduced to the baby who is now an 18-year-old. “We have had to honour the period and the time change,� he says. “But I like to engage a creative team so that no one person

cost in the vicinity of $44,000, but the portable pods can be manufactured for $2000. The special performance will be held to help raise $2 million for the cause. It will be held at 8pm on July 22, and the $35 per person cost will include supper and a chance to win a prize. To book phone Rae McGregor on 578-0125 or email mcgregors@xtra.co.nz. has 100 per cent responsibility. Everyone contributes to the production as a whole.� He is also thrilled that his son Timon Martin, a well-known guitarist and musical director currently on tour in the USA,

returned to New Zealand to write an original musical score to back the play’s scenes. Birthrights, he says, is high drama, with inter-relational friction and confrontation. “It’s done in a very realistic and sympathetic way with extremely engaging performances from the actors.� The key characters are supported by Terry Hooper, as Mark; Georgina Silk, as Kelly; and Pam Browne, as Margaret. ■■Birthrights runs at 8pm on July 11-August 1 with matinees at 2pm on July 12 and 19, at Howick Little Theatre, 1 Sir Lloyd Drive, Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga.

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What’s On History fair

‘Peer into the Past, 2015’ is the seventh annual history fair for home-schooled children to display their knowledge about a self-chosen history topic in an interesting and informative way. A mind-blowing range of topics and an interesting take on many historical events and/or characters can be expected. Age groups are seven years and under, eightnine years, 10-11 years, 12-13 years, 14 years and over. Judging the 12-13-year section are Wally Rice, Howick, and Marilyn Bakker, Pakuranga. The history fair is at 10am-12.30pm on Friday, July 3, in the main foyer of the Manukau Baptist Church, 9 Lambie Drive, Manukau; $2 entry fee. For more information phone Shona Rakete on 269-5646.

Garage sale

GRAB a bargain and sample some gorgeous home baking at Dance Xpress Studio’s garage sale at 135 Cascades Road, Pakuranga, this Saturday, July 4 at 7am. The school’s fundraising to take its senior dancers to Tauranga to compete during the school holidays.

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Zonta

ZONTA International is an organisation of 30,000 women in 64 countries actively working to advance the status of women worldwide. The Zonta Club of East Auckland Inc. meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Howick Club for a dinner meeting, next on Tuesday July 7. Our guest speaker is from Dress for Success, and orgnisation to assist women getting into work. Zonta is involved in fellowship and service and this sounds like you, do join us. Phone Eleanor on 534-8681 or email zontaeast@zonta.org.nz or visit www.zonta.org.nz.

Two men in black

Brendan Dugan and Tony Wellington will bring favourite Jonny Cash and Roy Orbison hits to Howick RSA during a landmark three-hour concert. Dinner 5-7pm and show 5-8pm at the RSA club rooms, Wellington Street, Howick. Tickets on sale at Howick RSA, phone 534-9702 for more details.

Genealogists unite

Mid-winter Christmas dinner with all the trimmings at 6-9pm on July 3 and July 10 at Howick RSA, Wellington Street, Howick. Bookings essential, phone 534-9702.

THE next meeting of the Howick branch of the NZSG is on Saturday, July 11, at St Andrews Church Centre, Vincent Street, Howick at 1.30 pm. Heather Maloney will be speaking on the Ralph Mine Disaster in Huntly in 1914. Door charge $5. Visitors welcome. Phone 5764715 or 576-5400.

Movie fundraiser

U3A meet

Christmas dinner

THE next meeting of U3A Pakuranga is on Monday, July 6, 1.45pm at St Andrews Church, cnr Vincent St and Ridge Rd, Howick. Guest speaker is Ms Deborah Battell, banking ombudsman. Her address will be entitled “So You Think Banking is a Dry Subject??” Mini speaker is Dyan Bidgood talking about “Her Outward Bound Experience”. Phone Robin Rogers 576-5572 or Barry Southon 274-5739.

Inflatable for deaf kids

BUCKLANDS Beach Combined Probus Club meets on Monday, July 6th at 10.00am in the Bucklands Beach Bowling Club Hall, 21 Morrow Avenue. The entertainer is Suzanne Parker on guitar. New members both men and women very welcome. For more information, phone Rosalie on 273 6985.

AUCKLAND Parents of Deaf Children is a social group for families with a deaf or hearing impaired child. Join our school holiday event at Inflatable World, 911 Dominion Rd, Wednesday, July 8, 11 am-1pm. Children need to wear socks. Free entry for families with a deaf or hearing-impaired child. For more information, contact us first by email apodc@orcon.net.nz or phone/text on 022 084 2244.

Centering Meditation

SUNDAY July 5, meet at 6.50pm for 7pm. Music and meditation on sacred text and centering prayers. Monthly meeting at All Saints historic church, cnr. of Selwyn Rd and Cook St, Howick. All welcome. Phone the church office 534-6864.

Combined Probus

Howick Probus

PROBUS Club of Howick meets at St Andrews Church Centre, Vincent St, Howick, 10am, Friday, July 10. We are a combined club and membership is open to both ladies and men. Parking is found behind the church. This month’s speaker is Ted Erskine-Brown who’s subject is “All clear on the western front and Gallipoli”. Phone Tony 534-6392 for more information.

HOWICK Horticultural Society monthly meeting is on Thursday, July 9 at 10am at the Haseler Hall, All Saint’s Church, Selwyn Road, Howick. Our speaker is Mary Tarbutt on lavender. There will also be a raffle, trading table, library and morning tea. Visitors most welcome. Phone 534-0249.

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Art for all

HOWICK Art Group’s Mid-Winter Exhibition is the Group’s major event of the year and sales help to support the South Auckland Totara Hospice. Entry is free, all welcome. Enjoy this opportunity to view the works of our local artists at Howick Library’s Fencible Lounge, Uxbridge Road, Howick 10am to 4pm daily from Thursday to Sunday, July 16-19. Phone Beryl 534-5448.

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Robbie Burns afternoon

THE Robbie Burns Association invite one and all to a friendly afternoon of poetry, music, piping and song. Saturday, July 18, 2-4pm at the Masonic Centre, 59 Grey Street, Onehunga. Phone Janet Williamson 376-4448.

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Find the Dragon

LOOKING for some entertainment for the kids? Then come along to our Viking show, which will take you on an adventure to find dragons! This gentle Viking and his dragon friend will take you on a journey of epic proportions. Viking games, dragon trivia, weapon jugging, and feats of strength and balance, are you brave enough? Saturday, July 11, 11am–12pm, $5.

Model railways

THE Auckland Central Model Railway Club is hosting a Collectors’ Toy & Model Fair on July 26, 10am-1pm, Mount Eden War Memorial Hall, 487 Dominion Rd, Balmoral. A good selection of items for sale at this popular fair - model trains, locos, rolling stock, building kits and accessories – boats, planes, diecast vehicles - Dinky, Corgi, Matchbox and others – dolls, teddy bears, robots, sci-fi toys, military memorabilia and books, cigarette cards, posters, postcards, train and model books, magazines, annuals.Admission $6. School children free. Phone Allan 272-4648 or email alwalters@xtra.co.nz.

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‘MAN Up’ to help support a special little man’s family this Monday, July 6, 7.30pm at Monterey Cinemas in Howick. Oscar suffers from a rare and aggressive form of cancer and his parents devote every waking hour to caring for him. Tickets are $30 and include screening of the Simon Pegg’s rom-com Man Up and a glass of wine or popcorn and choc top combo. Send us an email to fundraiseforoscar@gmail.com for more details.

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HAIRDRESSING

FREE entry. A fantastic, exciting celebration of Scottish Culture - marching teams, Scottish country dancers, WWI display, drum corps, massed pipe bands, highland dancers. Howick and Highland Park SCD clubs will be there. 1:30pm, Sunday, July 5. North Shore Events Centre (entrances at Silverfield and Argus Place, Glenfield).

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An open letter to the mayor Dangerous proposal to relocate Howick bus stop as no safety audit appears to have been done If a safety audit has been carried out and recommends this change, then you need to get some new auditors. If one hasn’t, why not? At the last meeting of the Howick Local Board, I raised this matter, of which the board had not been informed. Indeed, at the same meeting, a representative of AT did not even seem to be much aware of it. She undertook to ascertain the situation and report back to the board. This has yet to happen. However, (last Tuesday) we found the “Bus Stop� sign has been installed in the new location and road markings applied – even though it says the stop is not yet operational. Apart from some flyers issued to residents of the immediate area, there does not appear to have been any other public consultation. And when one of them tried to contact AT, he was not able to do so. Various comments have been published by both AT and the bus company attempting to justify this move but few of these, if any, bear any validity. If there are any other reasons, I would be most interested to see them. One is therefore left with the impression that this whole scheme has been generated by the bus company in order to save about 50 minutes and 16 seconds with no regard for the safety of bus passengers whatsoever. I have measured these items, the details of which I can make avail-

able. So, Mr Mayor, some specific questions: â– â– Why has there been virtually no public consultation of this proposal? â– â– Did AT get any feedback from the flyers to agree that this was a great idea? â– â– Has AT talked to affected bus users? â– â– Has a safety audit been carried out? â– â– Why has the Howick Local Board not been advised? Mr Mayor, you are requested to urgently instruct AT to stop all work on this proposal until it has had proper public consultation and the reasons for it fully explained and justified. Mr Mayor, this may seem, on the surface, to be a relatively minor matter but if you wonder why Auckland Council is not held in very high esteem by many residents, this would be a typical example. Robert Finley Howick

All Good in the Hood

ON BEHALF of the chairman, the committee and the members of the Howick-Pakuranga Community Patrol, I would like to thank all the members of the public who supported our Patrol at the Pakuranga Road Z station promotion ‘Good in the ‘Hood’ in May. The great support by the public enabled us to win the local promotion. The other local groups selected

for the local fund-raising event were all very worthy groups so we consider ourselves very fortunate to have such great support from the public. We will use the funds we won to help make Pakuranga and Howick a safer and more resilient community. Not only will the funds help support the work we do but we want to use them to raise our profile and to recruit more members for the Howick-Pakuranga Community Patrol. Thank you to everyone. Vicky Williamson, Secretary Howick Pakuranga Community Patrol, Bucklands Beach

No such thing as unbelief

YOU are entitled to your personal view on “freedom of belief & unbeliefâ€?, but a personal view is all it is. Thankfully for us as members of humanity, this life is not all there is and even the worst mistakes that can be made on this subject, can be fixed and forgiven while the erring one can still draw breath (after that, it’s over, I’m afraid)! There is no such thing as unbelief, by definition. You, for instance believe that you can say whatever you wish in this column, without negative repercussions on yourself or your family. So, to the extent that you have faith in the law enforcement sector of Auckland to protect you, you have faith enough to publicly divulge your name and even your neighbourhood! I would say that is incredibly trust-

ing of you, especially considering that you have levelled yourself against perfection, in the manifest battle on earth: of good v evil. I guess you think God is a real poochy, should He ever show Himself. You have faith all right, as much as any of us, but you only invest it in what you can access by your earthly senses. You are a materialist in your religious views. Would you like me to set up some classes to present in school on your behalf? I can represent either side of the debate fairly. People make their choices, that’s what it’s all about in paradigm earth. William O Pauly Sky City Hotel (temporary)

That fateful flight

RE: AIR disaster challenges revisited (Times, June 18). I am writing re: the crash on Ruapehu in 1948. Merton Heywood was on the flight and was to be picked up by his father and brother in Rotorua. They waited in vain for the flight. The NAC flights started to go to Rotorua in April 1948. My friend Rosemary (Heywood), Merton’s sister, was surprised that it was stated the plane was going to Hamilton. It was going to Hamilton, but maybe after Rotorua. Cushla Jervis

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ear Mr Brown, I write to you as a matter of urgency, concerning a proposed dangerous situation, rather than to Auckland Transport (AT) who have been singularly unimpressive regarding public consultation on this matter. There has been recent correspondence in the Howick and Pakuranga Times regarding a proposal by (AT) to shift the current bus stop at the top end of Picton Street in Howick to a location across Picton St to the foot of Stockade Hill on Ridge Rd. If this stop is moved, everyone alighting from a bus will either have to cross Ridge Rd with its attendant heavy traffic flow (13000 vpd) or cross the four lanes and three traffic islands entering and exiting Picton Street. There is no other option – Stockade Hill is an island! A large number of schoolchildren alight at this stop. And as far as accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs is concerned, it will be most difficult. There is absolutely nothing wrong with accessibility at the current location. I spoke to one elderly and blind gentleman after he alighted and he measured his progress down Picton St by counting paces. Has AT talked to him or, indeed, any other affected bus users? The current location of this bus stop is comparatively safe and requires no passengers to cross any roads in the immediate vicinity.

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Horribly shocked A reader has questioned the editing of a front page ON A visit to Auckland I was able to read your newspaper – Howick and Pakuranga Times, June 18. I was horribly shocked to see your front page ‘Attacker on Trial’ above the picture of a beautiful young achiever ‘ fighting fit’ Ana Ganias. In my opinion this is really bad editing. To put Ana, who would cherish her article – to save; to send to family; save for her children – to share a front page with a low-life of society is horrible. Poor girl, how awful.

An article stating that the 74-year-old Pakuranga woman in Dale Crescent is recovering after her frightening ordeal and a warning of some sort for the elderly and the offender is being dealt with would have been more acceptable instead of giving us a write up of his criminal actions against law abiding citizens. Awful. Reading about the bugger took away the pleasure of Ana’s article. Crims do not deserve a front page.

Can you please keep the criminal write-ups away from our children and youth.

D. Stone Whangamata

■ Editor’s note: Duly noted. Sometimes we find that the strongest story for page 1 may also be unsavoury. Juxtaposition of different articles is always an issue and we do our best to clearly demarcate them on the page.

OPINION: One reader believes an alleged criminal should not have featured on the front page, and not near a piece Times photo file about youth.

Willing and able

I CANNOT understand why it has taken so long to see that the opinion “No need to teach number tables – pupils will pick them up”, is totally false. Pupils do not. When I started teaching in secondary schools in 1953, I taught pupils in the slowest class to find square roots by long division the last teaching week of the year. They were willing and successful. In 1970s and 1980s, a whole new class of 3rd formers came in telling me they hated maths. I found they did not know their tables and deeply appreciated help. My head of department then told me I should be teaching algebra. A few days later we started algebra with the tools to cope with it! I also wondered who did appreciate changing the timetable from a seven-session day to a five-session day. It wasted more time than it saved in junior classes. And for the expert who said mixedability classes were better for all subjects, had he ever tried teaching science and maths classes to mixedability classes? Who evaluated these ideas? Had he ever tried teaching these subjects? Give pupils the necessary tools to use logic like repletion. Watch them get on with it! Lesley Thomson Howick

A home away from home

MY HUSBAND is a resident patient at Howick Baptist Health Care Hospital. Whenever his birthday approaches (July 12), I am compelled to pen a few lines in appreciation of all the people working there. Those in administration, the doctors, nurses, caregivers and even

those who dish out the meals have been most caring. Most of them share smiles and polite words with their patients, not forgetting the visitors. I wish to thank them all and also take this opportunity to make the people of Howick realise the excellence of the senior citizens’ hospital in their midst. It is a rest home hospital – a home away from home for sick elders in need of care. Pearl Senarath-Dassanayake Pakuranga

Flag debate

THE ongoing flag debate has polarised Kiwis and will continue to do so for some time yet. The poem below has been circulating on Facebook. A little look on the internet found one post carrying the poem was dated August 2001 and asked if anyone knew the author. Elsewhere, it suggests the poem was written by an anonymous Australian (the reference to New Zealand was not there of course). The poem was also said to have been read at an Anzac Day service in Australia. Editor

OUR FLAG

Our flag bears the stars that blaze at night, In our southern sky of blue, And that little old flag in the corner, That’s part of our heritage too. It’s for the English, the Scots and the Irish, Who were sent to the ends of the earth, The rogues and the schemers, the doersand the dreamers, Who gave New Zealand its birth. And you who are shouting to change it,

You don’t seem to understand, It’s the flag of our laws and our language, Not the flag of a far away land. There are lots of people who will tell you, How when Europe was plunged into night, That little old flag in the corner, Was their symbol of freedom and light. It doesn’t mean we owe our allegiance, To a forgotten imperial dream, We’ve the stars to show where we’re going, And the old flag to show where we’ve been. It’s only an old piece of bunting, It’s only an old coloured rag, But there are thousands who died for its honour, And shed their blood for our flag.

Secularism is a religion

TO SUGGEST for one moment that secularism [quote by one correspondent in Times, June 11] is neutral and not a religion is a serious and mischievous misrepresentation. Secularism has a belief system – that there is no God – and is cynical of other religious truths. Secularism has a doctrine, namely, man’s reason and logic are the tools to use to solve worldly woes. Truth is personal, not universal. Secularism also has a following, a very vocal minority, in academia, the media and in politics. It has the three characteristics that define a religion. It is most certainly a religion. Like many religions, secularism has its roots in man’s knowledge and understanding yet has doctrines that are common to many other world religions too. You die when you die, that’s it – finito.

Man is at the centre of its thrust, its understanding and its honour. The big difference between JudeoChristianity is that the writers of the Old and New Testament were informed and directed by the Creator, God – not man. They wrote what He wanted them to write. So He receives all honour, respect and adoration. We are constantly challenged to preserve these religious freedoms we enjoy in New Zealand and not be lulled into accepting the myth that secularism is a neutral position and not a religion. It would be disastrous for us Kiwis to allow religious secularism to become our state-sponsored ‘default’ religion in NZ. Be aware and avoid the pervading deception. Ian George Howick

Parliamentary security lax

MEMBERS of Greenpeace get arrested for scaling the side of Parliament Buildings. Would it not be more logical to arrest the security people who should have been guarding the building? Either somebody was asleep on the job, or quite simply the people who were being paid to provide security for our parliament were not up to the job. Somebody even left a ladder/scaffold for them to use to scale the building. What a joke. We should congratulate Greenpeace and reward them for exposing the lack of security given to our parliament. Any terrorist groups would laugh themselves to sleep if they ever get to find out. Bob Wichman Botany

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With so many wonderful children’s books out there it’s tough to single out any one for attention, so this week we’ve chosen two delightful recent releases which are well worth a mention. Don’t Think About Purple Elephants by Susan Whelan – it is a delightful picture book with a cast of colourful cavorting characters and a subtle message for anxious kids; and Anzac Ted by Belinda Landsberry – it’s the story of a little boy’s teddy bear that was passed down to him from his grandfather. He is tattered, worn, and missing an eye and an ear, he may look scary but he has great tales to tell.

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Education is emphasised and there’s an overlapping theme of romance. Friends are more candid than expected on the weekend. Travel tie-ups could make life confusing. Emphasise family fitness now.

VIRGO Aug 23-Sept 22 Don’t stand on ceremony. Write, email or phone invitations, even if it’s not your turn. Someone may win compliments for work you have done – speak up politely but promptly.

LIBRA Sept 23-Oct 22 This is a loving week. You could write a sonnet about the way you feel right now. Watch out for nosey relatives who say they are merely concerned. Your judgement is fuzzy after the weekend, so put off practical decisions if you can.

SCORPIO Oct 23-Nov 21 You see a flaw in someone you thought was perfect – and it’s a relief. Relatives may seem petty, don’t comment lest you appear guilty of the same crime. Diet-wise, your resistance is very low. SAGITTARIUS Nov 22-Dec 22

PISCES Feb 20-Mar 20 No matter what you say, your family seems opposed. No matter what you ask, you are answered with another question. Despite these frustrations, it’s a positive week thanks to career advancement and surprise communiques.

Take more time to make preliminary plans before actually launching new projects. Your credibility may be challenged Friday. Hints you have been dropping may come to pass early next week.

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Chicken burgers

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Preparation: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

• 450g chicken breast (skinless, boneless) • 1 red onion, roughly chopped • 2 cloves garlic • 410g whole kernel corn, drained • 100g Meadowfresh sour cream • 3-4 tbs Fragata capers • ž cup chopped parsley • 120g Fresh Express rocket • 450g sliced beetroot, drained • 6 Kaiser Rolls Also need: salt, pepper, olive oil, 2 eggs, our

Method:

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AND supply is a critical first step to address housing affordability, the Productivity Commission says in a draft report into the processes that New Zealand’s fastestgrowing cities use to provide land for housing. The commission is inviting submissions on its draft report, ‘Using land for housing’ by August 4. The report says New Zealand’s fast-growing cities need to be able to grow up, and out. Without unlocking land supply, efficiencies made elsewhere in the construction chain are only likely to flow on to higher land prices, rather than cheaper houses. Among its recommendations is establishing an urban development authority with the power to acquire private land for large-scale housing developments and partner with the private sector to deliver them. Auckland Mayor Len Brown says the council is setting up an urban development agency, Development Auckland. But Property Institute of New Zealand chief executive, Ashley Church says the creation of an ‘Urban Development Authority’ for Auckland could potentially make matters worse for the city. The current property boom, he says, is taking longer to resolve than any previous boom since at least the early 70s. “To be fair, that’s not all the fault of the Auckland Council. It’s also the result of strong migration and a strong economy,” he says. “But I don’t think anyone gets the sense that Auckland Council ‘has matters under control’, so the last thing the City needs is a new ‘Soviet style’ central planning agency.” The Productivity Commission’s report says New Zealand’s population is growing and the size of households is shrinking. The housing market needs to provide more choice of dwelling types and sizes to meet the changing demand. But land use regulations often constrain the production of small, affordable dwellings, in built-up areas and on the fringes of cities. High land prices encourage the production of larger, more expensive housing. This hurts first-time homebuyers, the report says. It also contributes to overcrowded houses and preventable disease.

HOUSING AFFORDABILITY: Better planning and land use rules will free up land supply.

Land supply shortages are a drag on the economy, hurting labour productivity and economic growth. Addressing land supply can make a huge contribution to New Zealand’s social and economic wellbeing. Providing infrastructure, such as water and wastewater services is a problem, it says. In some areas infrastructure connections are effectively being rationed. The report proposes recommendations on how the arrangements for infrastructure provision can be improved, so the roll-out of pipes can be more responsive to demand. The planning system can work better, it says. The report makes recommendations to promote better planning and land use rules that will free up land supply, including promoting density in areas close to the centre of cities and close to transport hubs. Other recommendations in the draft report include: ■■ Allowing large cities to undertake integrated spatial planning as an alternative to current statutory planning mechanisms.

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age of 32,000 dwellings and that number will keep growing. Auckland needs the equivalent of another 11 ‘Hobsonvilles’ on the ground right now, and a further four developments that size each year to keep up with demand. Delivering on that scale, the report says, requires assembling parcels of land to enable efficiencies in land development and construction. A public urban development agency could play a valuable role in bringing sites together and partnering with private sector developers to redevelop land within cities and build new suburbs on the edge of cities. Super City Mayor Len Brown says he is pleased the draft report has captured the complexity of the issue and that many of the recommendations are aligned with work already underway in Auckland. “It highlights the role of an urban development agency, for example, and the need for local government to explore other ways to fund city infrastructure. “That’s exactly what the council is doing in setting up Development Auckland and by proposing motor-

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Requirements for these positions are: Class five drivers license with truck and trailer experience A minimum of 12 months recent experience driving heavy combinations An understanding of the importance of safety in the work place Self-motivated and a team player Ideally have previous experience working on country roads

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

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Please call or email for an application pack: jobs@bonneys.co.nz or call Brian: 09 5264607 to register your interest

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Applicants for these positions must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. All successful applicants will need to complete a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

We have Full and Part Time MSK Physiotherapy positions available in our Howick and East Tamaki Clinics. Due to continued growth and development of our service, QRS is seeking Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists to join our team to work in different environments treating different types of clients with clinical MSK presentations. Our clinics are networked and fitted out to a very high standard. You will have access to senior clinicians who have a broad depth of knowledge in MSK Physiotherapy and rehabilitation in a gym. Built into your caseload is dedicated learning times for a variety of learning styles. The company has a large pool of skilled MSK Practitioners that you can draw on. You will have a career development pathway mapped out that is sustainable for you and the companyto grow your career. We are still seeking to fill positions in East, West and North Shore Clinics. Recent Graduates are welcome to apply. You will require a Current NZ Annual Practicing Certificate. Jane Kistiah-Chetty - Director Quality Rehabilitation Services Limited P: 0800 557 556 • F 0800 557 559 M: 021 987 873 E: janekistiah@qualityrehab.co.nz www.qualityrehab.co.nz

CAREGIVER SENIOR POSITION Local Rest home has a position available for a Senior Caregiver. Weekdays 7.00am to 3.00pm (days to be discussed) Casual/Relief shifts also available Experience at a senior level in aged care is essential with proven experience in medication administration, supervision and first aid.

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Expressions of interest are being sought for Fixed Term Milk Tanker Driving Positions

Full training will be given to successful candidates.

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Wanted for a small rest home in Howick. To be a successful candidate, you will need NZ aged care experience, current APC and a good understanding of Dementia. If you are flexible and patient with elderly residents, please email your cover letter and CV to:

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We require a friendly and reliable person to fill a full time grounds person/labourer’s role at our busy golf club. This is a fixed term, full time position. Experience would be an advantage but not necessary. Please note this position is based solely outdoors and requires early morning starts and some weekend work. Requirements: Physically fit, reliable, punctual, team player, polite, well-presented and enthusiastic. Previous experience in a grounds maintenance position is preferable. If you are a team player and believe you have the right qualities for the above position please email your cover letter and CV to: admin@pakurangagolf.co.nz Applications close Friday 17 July

Ph: 0800 244 666

BUILDER

LBP qualified to work with small team. Day use of van. Must have good customer focus, own tools, current driving licence, be self motivated to produce consistantly high standards. Work includes mainly insurance reinstatement and bath/kitchen renos. Contact Steve 021 926 814 and/or email CV heaney-ent@clear.net.nz

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Course Labourer

We are seeking enthusiastic, innovative and committed, trained and registered teachers who are interested in relief teaching at Mission Heights Junior College. As a relief teacher you will play an important part in our education strategy. You will be an integral member of our staff and be fully versed in our processes and practices. This will involve one day of intensive training followed by ongoing training throughout the year. Apply by email with letter of application, C.V. and names of 2 referees to: Miss Kate Lambert Assistant Principal email: klambert@mhjc.school.nz Applications close 4.00pm Friday 10th July 2015

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Auckland Wide Electrical are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic qualified electrician who wants to step to next level, we will train and support you to work successfully as a project manager of our friendly small team. Requirements for the ideal applicant are � Positive, organised and motivated � Punctual, reliable and presentable � Extensive experience on domestic and commercial projects � Computer literacy � Excellent communication skills and strong leadership skills � Flexibility and ability to meet deadlines This is a full time position with immediate start Please forward your CV to: help@awe.co.nz

Registered Nurse | Part Time Botany Doctor

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REGISTERED ELECTRICIAN / TRAINEE PROJECT MANAGER

Receptionist/Legal Secretary

We require a person to support our receptionist and undertake legal secretarial duties for our staff solicitors. Hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday to start as soon as possible. Must be self-organised, have common sense, tidy presentation, pleasant and helpful reception manner, and accurate computer skills. Previous legal office experience a definite advantage. Please apply in writing to: Lyn McCarthy Murdoch Price Limited By email: lyn@murdochprice.co.nz

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Experienced plasterboard fixer/stopper required. This is a full time position wages (not contract). We are a progressive busy insurance repair company. Majority of our work is south of the harbour bridge, although we cover the greater Auckland area. A vehicle will be supplied. Must be well presented and speak good English. Please send your CV to carlene@assetmanagersltd.co.nz

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REGISTERED ELECTRICIAN

Due to an increased demand we are seeking a NZ Qualified Tradesperson with at least 2 years experience as a registered electrician. The successful applicant will possess the following attributes. � English speaking � Experience in the commercial and industrial sector � Ability to work unsupervised � NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit � Clean driving licence On job training will be provided in our specialist areas. You will enjoy the benefits of full time employment with a competitive wage based on experience, a modern company vehicle, uniform and phone. Please forward your CV and a covering letter outlining your service history to PO Box 58 218 Botany, Auckland 2163, or email: pam@arcrite.co.nz

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Doolan Brothers Botany are looking for front of house staff. Must be available to work evenings and weekends. Please send your CV to: botany@doolanbrothers.co.nz or drop it in to us.

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FREESTANDING sunny lge 1 brm unit, Hutchinson Rd, suit mature n/s person, $325 Ph: 5348122

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MOD 1brm flat, close Howick. Pvt, with sunny garden outlook. OSP, no pets, N/s. Suit quiet sgle. $350pw incls water, power, Avail 04/07. Ph 027 340 3739 PAKURANGA, 2 brm flat, close to Plaza , $400 pwk, plus share wtr/pwr, Ph: 021 02761158

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C.V.’S CV and interview preparation. Ph Linda 534 8412

ROBYN CAMPBELL Rental & Property Management Specialist � Professionalism � Dedication � Excellent Communication � Proactive Approach 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. Robyn Campbell, Howick Office, 12 Uxbridge Rd, Howick Direct Dial 538 1227 Mobile 021 350 878

OUT OF THIS WORLD Children’s Holiday Programme presented by Chinese Alliance Christian Church, 60 Ben Lomond Cres, Pakuranga.

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In Pakuranga manufacturing plant. Suit fit person for entry level position. 40 hours per week. Please phone 534 5502

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Phone Lauren 027 538 1038 or 538 0071 - lauren.baxby@eastzone.co.nz For more information and current rental listings refer to www.harcourtspakuranga.co.nz

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HOWICK – COCKLE BAY – MELLONS BAY 1 Bed Kayleen Pl furnished $290 pwr/wtr Sally 3 Bed Ridge Rd $450 Sally 3 Bed Haseler Cr $660 Sally 4 Bed Nelson St $675 Robyn/Melissa PAKURANGA - HIGHLAND PARK 3 Bed+ Pakuranga Rd $575 Sally BURSWOOD 3 Bed Burswood Dr $580 Robyn/Melissa BUCKLANDS BEACH – EASTERN BEACH – HALF MOON BAY 3 Bed Sorrewll Cr $320 Sally’ 4 Bed Gulf Cr $650 Robyn/Melissa 4 Bed Clovelly Rd $850 Sally CLOVER PARK 3 Bed Earnslaw Cr $500 Robyn/Melissa REMUERA 2 Bed Portland Rd $550 Robyn/Melissa

BOTANY OFFICE

20 Crescent Lane, Botany Town Centre Tracy Oliver DDI: 538 1237 or 021 422 177

tracy.oliver@raywhite.com

HOWICK - MELLONS BAY - COCKLE BAY 1 Bed Coates Rd $300 Tracy 1 Bed Mellons Bay Rd $320 incl wtr Tracy BUCKLANDS BEACH – HALF MOON BAY – FARM COVE 1 Bed Copperfield Tce $320/340 Tracy BOTANY DOWNS - FLAT BUSH – DANNEMORA – EAST TAMAKI 4 Bed Guys Rd $625 Tracy 4 Bed Claremont Way $700 Tracy 7 Bed Ballindraite Dr $950 Tracy

HALF MOON BAY OFFICE

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Matt Balme DDI: 538 0682 or 021 538 595 Michelle Balme DDI: 538 0683 or 021 467 043

LOCATED NEXT TO JABO SCOOPS CD232260

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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

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HALF MOON BAY - MELLONS BAY - EASTERN BEACH 3 Bed Prince Regent Dr $530 Amny/Cathy 3 Bed Vivian Wilson Dr $590 Cathy/Amny SUNNYHILLS - SOMERVILLE - FARM COVE 2 Bed Glenmore Rd $480 Amny/Cathy 2 Bed Fieldstone Ct $500 Amny/Cathy 4 Bed Woodgers Way $650 Cathy/Amny PAKURANGA 3 Bed Reeves Rd $460 Cathy/A mny BOTANY - DANNEMORA –FLAT BUSH – MISSION HEIGHTS 2 Bed Castleberg $400 Cathy/Amny 4 Bed Lissleton Dr $630 Cathy/Amny 4 Bed Claremont Way $660 Amny/Cathy 5 Bed Mohill Pl $720 Cathy/Amny BURSWOOD - OTARA 3 Bed Burswood Dr $550 Cathy/Amny OTARA 3 Bed Tosca Pl $550 Cathy/Amny

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Ray White

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

matt.balme@raywhite.com

We offer two services:

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Children must be supervised by adults

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

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Alterations, New Homes, Reclads Reg. Master Builders Licenced Practitioner

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Polyurethaning and all aspects of floor preparation of old and new floors, workmanship with pride & quality. Ph Brendon (0274) 505-328 or Kent (0274) 532-439

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ACCOUNTING SERVICES

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ACCOUNTANT available for Income Tax returns, Financial Statements, Company Formations, GST & PAYE, and administration. Ask us for a competitive quote Ph Paul 022 6459604

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NOTICE OF SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING

PROFESSIONALS

A Special General Meeting of members will be held in the Clubhouse, 199 Botany Road, Howick on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at 5.00pm. Business: 1. Apologies 2. To consider changes to the constitution relating to subcategories and to fees for Intermediate membership for which due notice has been given. 3. To set subscriptions for the 2016 year for Social Playing Members. Notes: 1. Only Honorary Life, Participating, Full Playing, Weekday, Weekend, 9 Hole and Intermediate members may vote. At the conclusion of the Special General Meeting the Board would like to update members on important strategic matters around course and investments. Des Topp General Manager June 29 2015

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Christian LINK All Saints’ Anglican Church

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FIREWOOD, Ti Tree, Hot mix, Phone Darryl Green Earths 273 9520

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BUCKLANDS Bch 152A Clovelly Rd Sat 4th 7am. Support Mission trip, sofa, elecs, furn, clothes. kitchware, office etc.

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AA FIREWOOD Top quality, dry, seasoned. All types of wood. Ph 534 6299

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Public Notice of Application for On-Licence, Off-Licence or Club Licence (or Application for Variation of conditions of on-licence, off-licence, or club licence) Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 Dong Kwang Limited, B4/9 Gooch Place, Sommerville, Myung Ga, Owner has made application to the District Licensing Committee, Auckland Council, L3 Kotuku House, 4 Osterley Way, Manukau for the issue of a On Licence in respect of the premises situated at B4/9 Gooch Place, Sommerville. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 9am to 1am the following day. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at Auckland Council, Kotuku House, 4 Osterley Way, Manukau. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Auckland Council, Private Bag 92300, Victoria Street, West Auckland. No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in Section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. 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. This is the first publication of this notice.

Fundraiser Garage Sale & Sausage Sizzle 110 Moore St Howick

BOTANY Eastview Baptist Church, 559 Chapel Rd, Sat 4 July, 7.30-noon

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Howick College has placed third in the Auckland under-85kg rugby league competition. With two wins and three losses, Howick finished the six-team round robin in third place. Howick defeated Otahuhu 24-12 in the semi-finals, then lost to Southern Cross 4-40 in the grand final qualifier. Below is action from their match against Mangere.

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This is Daniel Silverton’s final edition as sports editor of the Times By Daniel Silverton

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s journalists, we deal with endings every day. The end of a story, the end of a deadline. As a sports reporter they are even more common. The end of a match, the end of a season, the end of a career. Some can be triumphant, others are melancholy. The end of my association with the Times is a blend of both. I started at the paper in February 2011, fresh out of journalism school. I trod the well-worn path of all novice journos, feeling my way through the news gathering and writing process. Mistakes were made and learnt from, and confidence gained from early accomplishments. I was fortunate to enter the industry alongside some masters of the craft, in writing, photography and editing, who taught me both directly and by osmosis. After finding my feet, the dream role of the Times sports reporter became available and I jumped at the chance. It soon became more than a job. I’d spend weekends on the sidelines, watching and reporting on local teams, and do interviews after hours with the phenomenal amateur athletes from our area who were busy at work 9am to 5pm. I was gifted a number of great opportunities, such as going to Taupo each year to cover the legendary Cameron Brown and the south-east Auckland age-groupers take on Ironman New Zealand. I also travelled to Malaysia for a golf tournament, which will be a life-long memory. There was rarely a shortage of achievements to write about for the paper, leading me to firmly believe this is the most successful sporting community in New Zealand. From the aforementioned Mr Brown, to Pakuranga Athletic Club’s Valerie Adams, Pakuranga United’s climb in the Auckland rugby ranks and local All Blacks, Howick Pakuranga Baseball’s

A HIGHLIGHT: Dan Silverton with the Bledisloe Cup during a trip to NZ Photo supplied Rugby headquarters.

perennial dominance, Howick Pakuranga cricket’s Black Cap production line, Sunnyhills tennis club’s Caro Bowl campaigns, and many more. Hardly a provincial or national team gets named that doesn’t have someone from our patch in it, not to mention those in individual sports flying the south-east flag on the international stage. I’ve met some wonderful people, and been helped along the way by some who have done so purely out of the love for their team, club or code. As journalists, we are also taught to be impartial. This has been tested many times while I’ve been the Times’ sport correspondent, and I’ve failed on lots of occasions,

but I think this a good thing. I couldn’t help but revel in Pakuranga United’s maiden Gallaher Shield triumph in 2013, Saint Kentigern First XV’s last gasp 1A victory in the same year, and Cam Brown’s return to the top of the podium in this year’s Ironman NZ. Nor could I help but feel the anguish as Fencibles’ hopes of promotion faded in 2013, during Ryan Sissons 33rd-place effort at the London Olympics, when Howick Pakuranga was demoted in the Auckland two-day cricket competition or when a promising career was stalled by injury. This weekend marks the end of my being the area’s sports editor, and the start of being one of its teams’ biggest fans.

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WINNING the senior girls’ national secondary school crosscountry title was redemption for Isabella Richards. The year 13 Saint Kentigern College pupil won the 4km race at Gladfield Golf Course in Dunedin by seven seconds in 15 minutes 15 seconds. Isabella, who juggles crosscountry running with playing football for St Kents First XI, finished third in the senior girls’ race last year. “Last year I was very sick after the race, I was very disappointed so I’m really glad that I could redeem myself in my last year,” she says. “It’s great to win after about 10 years of competing in crosscountry.” Isabella was chased hard by Ari Graham over the first half before the St Andrew’s College pupil drifted back to finish fourth. Wellington East Girls’ Kelsey Forman was second and Isabella’s schoolmate Grace Wood was third in 15:38. “The race started off very fast and I made my break up the steep little hill on the back fields, I over exerted a little bit but it was good in the end,” says Isabella.

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Defending champion Hanna English, also of St Kents, had to pull out because of a knee injury. She was replaced by Anna Wilkinson who with Isabella and Grace took out the senior

girls’ three-person team title. Isabella’s father, Ian, was a member of the team that won the gold medal in the road cycling time-trial at the 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games.

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ITH two thumping wins against Australia’s best, it doesn’t get much better than this for the New Zealand teams headed for Saturday’s Super Rugby ďŹ nal at Wellington’s Cake Tin. While the Hurricanes will be favoured to win on home turf after destroying the Brumbies 29-9, they will be wary of a Highlanders side that upset the defending champion Waratahs 35-17 in Sydney. With the TAB offering $251 for a Hurricanes-Highlanders ďŹ nal at the start of the season, both teams have produced workaholic forwards and brilliant backs in making incredible progress in 2015. Wing/fullback Nehe Milner-Skudder and robust lock James Broadhurst have boosted the Hurricanes’ All Black numbers to a dozen and there were many left wondering why

Sports results Football FENCIBLES United has rallied from 0-1 down at halftime to beat Te Atatu 2-1 in Northern Region division two. The win on Saturday was Fencibles fifth at home this season, to go with two losses and a draw. Luke Bulay scored the equaliser before Jack Allen put Fencibles ahead. Fencibles remain in touch of a promotion spot with 22 points in fourth place, behind Papakura City

openside Ardie Savea was not one of them after his dynamic semi-ďŹ nal performance. A renowned attacker, Savea’s overall work rate on defence and at the breakdowns has stepped up to such a degree that David Pocock was forced to play second ďŹ ddle to him last weekend. Unfortunately he is in a race against time to overcome a knee injury before this Saturday’s ďŹ nal although hopes are higher that Milner-Skudder will be right after a tight hamstring restricted him to 40 minutes against the Brumbies. But what a 40 minutes! Every time he touched the ball he was stunning, showing the ball, changing pace, sidestepping and offering beautifully timed passes. Fellow All Black backs TJ Perenara, Beauden Barrett, Ma’a Nonu,

on 28 and North Force and Oratia on 24. This Saturday at 2.45pm, Fencibles v Manukau City, Walter Massey Park. In the women’s premier league, Fencibles horror season continued with a 0-8 loss to Glenfield at William Green Domain on Friday night. Fencibles are in last place with one win and 11 losses, and now have the worst goal differential of the 10 teams with -49. They can arrest the eight-game losing run against second-last Papatoetoe this Friday at 7pm at Murdoch Park.

College rugby HOWICK College’s First XV has avoided the ignominy of going a full season without a victory. On Saturday in the 1B grade plate,

Conrad Smith and Julian Savea are also on top of their game with Nonu producing his best Super Rugby since returning from his stint with the Blues. However, the Highlanders’ backs have also been incredibly sharp with ďŹ rst-ďŹ ve Lima Sopoaga and proliďŹ c try-scoring wing Waisake Naholo joining the two Smiths, Aaron and Ben, and Malakai Fekitoa in the All Blacks squad. With astute back coach Tony Brown successfully converting Richard Buckman from wing to second

ďŹ ve-eighths and Patrick Osborne performing strongly on the left wing, the Highlanders have an attacking backline to match the Hurricanes. The defence of both teams has also been outstanding. That the Jamie Joseph-coached Highlanders forwards have not taken a back step to any pack is incredible when you consider they don’t have one All Black within it. What they do have is guts and total commitment, though they could struggle in the lineouts against the combined might of Broadhurst, Jeremy Thrush, Victor Vito and Brad Shields. Meanwhile, the Warriors have cemented a seventh placing in the NRL, following on from their impressive win against the Titans with a sharp 30-8 triumph against the Canberra Raiders.

Howick, playing in 1B for the first time since at least 2013, defeated Avondale College 18-15 away. Also in the plate, Pakuranga smashed Marcellin 44-14 and Edgewater lost 3-10 to Mt Roskill Grammar. In the 1B championship, Macleans beat St Paul’s 19-12 and Botany

Downs lost 7-34 to Liston. In 1C, Sancta Maria lost 0-21 Waitakere. Saint Kentigern remain unbeaten and on top of 1A with a 17-10 victory over Mt Albert Grammar. No matches until July 25 for school holidays.

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With the magical Shaun Johnson combining beautifully with Chad Townsend and Sam Tomkins adding smarts to the backline behind a hard working pack, they have become a team worthy of support. Especially pleasing has been the development of young backs Solomone Kata and the versatile Tuimoala Lolohea with Kata and Konrad Hurrell giving the team two lethal attacking centres for the ďŹ rst time in many years. With Ryan Hoffman and Bodene Thompson proving their worth in a starting pack that includes Simon Mannering, Nathan Friend, Ben Matulino and Jacob Lillyman, the forwards are setting a solid foundation. Full marks, too, to big prop Charlie Gubb who added so much when coming off the bench to rattle the Raiders with strong runs and big hits.

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Sports results Club rugby PAKURANGA United has solidified its Gallaher Shield premiership credentials with a 20-10 away victory over defending champions University. With All Black Charlie Piutau playing the first half for Pakuranga at fullback, the visitors led 20-0 at halftime. Captain Dwayne Polataivao scored two tries and Nick Smith kicked two conversions and a pair of penalties. It is University’s second loss in the Alan McEvoy trophy, with both teams now sharing a nine win, two loss and one draw record across pool play and the championship round. Pakuranga are now second on the table, one point behind Grammar TEC, with two rounds remaining before top four semifinals. This Saturday at 2.45pm they face Papatoetoe at Bell Park. In the Portola Trophy, East Tamaki defeated Suburbs 34 -19 away. East Tamaki is comfortably in third place in the standings, ahead of facing leaders College Rifles at home this Saturday at 2.45pm.

Rugby league THE Howick Hornets are on a three-game winning streak following Saturday’s 24-20 victory over Otahuhu. The win lifts the Hornets to sixth on the ladder with 11 points, three points shy of the top four. Two teams with opposing fortunes come together at 2.30pm this Saturday when Howick hosts Glenora, who are on a four-game losing stretch. In the Sharman Cup, the Pakuranga Jaguars drew 26-26 away with Waitemata Seagulls. Pakuranga, in fith place, play second-ranked East Coast Bays at Ti Rakau Park at 2.30pm this Saturday.

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they talked to him.â€? Michael, who is the number one keeper for the New Zealand under-17 team, was invited to a two-week trial late last year at Sunderland’s Academy of Light training facility. “I trained every day with the under-18s and under-21s. It was a really good experience. I learnt so much. “When you are on trial, they are not trying to critique. They just want to see what you’ve got overall. “It is about what you are like off the ďŹ eld as well, how you interact with players,

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