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the midďŹ eld and White as a reserve forward. Central midďŹ elder Hassett, 24, has played 81 times for the Ferns since her ďŹ rst match in 2008. She has played in Germany and England, most recently for Manchester City in the Women’s Super League. Wallbank is thrilled with the calibre of talent added to her roster. “From a club football perspective, it’s fantastic that we’ve been able to get Ferns back into the set up,â€? she told the Times. “Football Ferns are not in New Zealand often, so we are looking to

lead-up ďŹ xtures and training will restrict how often Ferns turn out ENCIBLES United has secured for club sides. three of New Zealand’s all-time “Up until the world cup, there best women’s football players for is limited availability, and then its upcoming Northern Region league it will depend on what sort campaign. of career opportunities Football Ferns Hayley Bowden, they get from that point Rosie White and Betsy Hassett will on,â€? says Wallbank. play for Fencibles this season around Fencibles chairman their international commitments, Paul Burns is likewise which include the FIFA Women’s excited. World Cup in Canada in June. “Our players, coaches, parents For Bowden, nee Moorwood, it is a and all members will have a unique return to Riverhills Park, after playopportunity to understand what’s ing for Fencibles in 2010. The former involved with performance at the captain has 107 total caps for New highest level and see Betsy, Rosie and Zealand after makHayley in action ing her debut in when their sched2003. ule allows in a busy “From a club football perspective, She was the World Cup year. youngest skipper of “The insights, stoit’s fantastic that we’ve been able to get the Ferns when ďŹ rst ries and advice from Ferns back into the set up.â€? given the armband their club and interin 2005, at 21, and national experience – Angela Wallbank, once held the record all over the world Fencibles United premier women’s coach for most caps of will align perfectly any player, male or with our growth female, in New Zealand international use it as a learning experience for our and development plans across the football history. players. club, on and off the pitch.â€? The 31-year-old has played profes“It doesn’t change anything about Hassett and White are on tour in sionally since 2009 in Canada and the way I would play, apart from it Spain with the Football Ferns, and England, including for Chelsea in being a little faster with those girls started in yesterday’s 2-2 draw with 2011. on the pitch. the European giants. Bowden is She was also involved with Fenci“It will be about the opportunities recovering from an injury after feables last year through her association we are creating now that we have turing in New Zealand’s series against with her sister, premier women’s that knowledge and experience in Denmark in Turkey in January. coach Angela Wallbank. the team, and how we can utilise that â– Statistics source: White is one of the Football Ferns’ to turn it into goals.â€? www.ultimatenzsoccer.com most potent attacking weapons and at Being a world cup year means just 21 years old already sits eighth on more national representatives will be the list of top scorers with 14 goals. based in New Zealand to prepare for Both Bowden and White feature the tournament, which will bolster INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE: Betsy in football historian Jeremy Ruane’s club teams and competitions around Hassett is one of three Football Ferns linking with Fencibles United this season. Dream Team of players, 2000 to the country. Photo supplied / JLSPhotographs.com present, with Bowden starting in However, the world cup and

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‘Money at any cost’: Court By NATALIE BRITTAN

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HE frequent exchange of cold, hard cash amongst other evidence will be detailed at the trial of the duo accused of burning and killing of a young Dannemora man. Papatoetoe men Shivneel Shahil Kumar, 20 and Bryne Permal, 22, went on trial in the High Court at Auckland this week for the murder of 21 year-old Shalvin Prasad. The former Botany Downs Secondary College student was a fulltime worker at the Botany Pak’n Save supermarket in the time leading up to his death on the night of January 30, 2013. The charred remains of his body were found the next morning in McRobbie Road, Franklin. In his opening argument Crown prosecutor Aaron Perkins alleged the death of Mr Prasad was motivated by financial means. “A young man has died because Kumar, in part, wanted his money at any cost,” he said. The Crown will present CCTV footage, phone, text and bank records, witness accounts, forensic evidence as well as interviews with the co-accused during the trial. One particular conversation between the co-accused in Kumar’s car which had been bugged by police was a “rather telling conversation,” Mr Perkins said. Following a phone call from the police saying they had found Mr Prasad’s phone, the pair’s reaction is “powerful evidence,” he said. On the day of his death, Mr Prasad withdrew life savings of $30,050 in $50 and $100 notes from the ASB bank branch in Manukau while Kumar waited outside. Later that night he met Kumar and Permal at Permal’s workplace, Frucor Beverages, in Wiri.

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THE Auckland Chamber of Commerce has slammed as unacceptable the long delays people face for driver licence tests. Michael Barnett, head of the Auckland chamber, said a 12 week driver licence test booking delay “is unacceptable and denying young people the opportunity to get a job”. The chamber says there are no available spaces for practical tests for restricted and full licences in Meadowlands, Manukau, Penrose and Pukekohe between now and April 30 while vehicle inspection company VTNZ is not taking bookings beyond May 1. “Around 70 per cent of job vacancies require the applicant to have driver’s licence,” he said. “Employers can’t be expected to wait three months for someone to get a licence – that job will go elsewhere.” Worse still through was that many young people were driving around Auckland without a licence, he said. “When they get caught they can’t pay the fine and it makes it harder for them to get a job,” Mr Barnett said. In mid-2014 the wait time to do a practical test was four weeks At the start of the year it was eight weeks, he claims. “Stretching the waiting time out to May at the earliest makes a mockery of efforts by organisations, including within government, seeking to solve Auckland’s high youth unemployment by giving them the opportunity to gain job-ready skills,” he says.

1.46pm CCTV footage shows Mr Prasad and Kumar arriving at ASB Bank in Manukau. 9.19pm Mr Prasad arrives at Frucor Beverages in Wiri. He leaves his car parked there and gets into Kumar’s vehicle. 9.52pm Mr Prasad sends a text to his father, saying he will be home at 10.30pm instead of 10pm initially.

FINAL RESTING PLACE: The McRobbie Rd location where Mr Prasad’s body was found. Times photo Wayne Martin / Supplied

Mr Prasad got into containers costing $33. Kumar’s green Holden They then allegedly car, leaving his blue Toydrove to McRobbie ota Rav 4 parked, which Road, about 20 minutes was found later by police from the petrol staon February 3. tion, and set Mr Prasad At 9.52pm, Mr Prasad alight. sent a text to his father Mr Perkins said postsaying he would be home mortem examination at 10.30pm instead of suggests Mr Prasad was 10pm, explaining he was SHALVIN PRASAD alive at the time and out playing pool in Manukau. suffered “thermal injuries” with Mr Perkins described the “close- petrol found in his bloodstream knit” nature of Mr Prasad’s fam- and lungs. ily as a “family that was intensely From January 31 Kumar and interested in each other”. Permal allegedly went on a He also revealed Mr Prasad’s “spending spree” which included father had been concerned about car upgrades, tattoos, clothing and his son’s relationship with Kumar, jewellery amongst other transacwho had borrowed more than tions. $8000 from Mr Prasad over the That same day Kumar also tried course of two years. to book an immediate flight to At about 10.30pm, the accused South Africa, Mr Perkins said. duo drove to a Papakura petrol staBecause it was short notice, the tion in a car belonging to Permal’s travel agent said it would be $3578. mother. “Kumar said ‘I’ve got cash, money Permal used a $100 note to buy is no object’,” Mr Perkins said. 15 litres of fuel stored in two petrol The pair was arrested and

10.33pm Kumar and Permal drive to a petrol station in Papakura where Permal buys two petrol containers of fuel.

TRANSACTIONS Car stereo equipment $1724 (Kumar) Car tyres $980 (Kumar) Installation of car accessories $1245 (Kumar) Tattoos $700 (Kumar and Permal) Jewellery $940 (Kumar and Permal) Manukau District Court fine $2470 (Kumar) Bond and Bond Manukau $2000 (Kumar) Cash deposit $14000 (Kumar) charged with the murder of Mr Prasad on February 15. The trial is set down to run for a month before Justice Geoffrey Venning and a jury of six men and six women.

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he creation of a new policy declaring Auckland’s Tupuna Maunga (ancestral mountains) generally alcohol and smoke-free was approved this week. The policy recognises and respects the spiritual, cultural and community significance of the Tupuna Maunga, the Tupuna Maunga o Tamaki Makaurau Authority said. It will be drafted over the coming weeks and come into effect when explanatory signage is placed on the mountains. “The Tupuna Maunga are taonga to be cherished and respected. The sight of cigarette butts and discarded bottles/cans is not conducive to the living connection our communities have with these important places,� said authority chair Paul Majurey. “The alcohol and smoke-free

approved: Pigeon Mountain is one of 14 mountains administered by the Tupuna Times photo Wayne Martin Maunga o Tamaki Makaurau Authority.

policy is another of the Maunga Authority led measures to enhance the relationship between people and the Tupuna Maunga. And, it is pleasing this initiative has the unanimous support of the Mana Whenua, Auckland Council and Crown co-governance partners who lead the Maunga Authority.� At present, 11 out of the 14 Tupuna Maunga administered by the Maunga Authority have Auckland Council alcohol bans under bylaw controls which apply to all public places, including the Tupuna Maunga. The existing council bans expire in October 2015 but are currently being reviewed by the council in accordance with new thresholds for bans under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

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The 14 Tupuna Maunga administered by the Authority are: • Mangere Mountain • Matukutururu/Wiri Mountain • Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill • Maungarei/Mount Wellington • Maungawhau/Mount Eden • Ohinerau/Mount Hobson • Ohuiarangi/PigeonMountain • Otahuhu/Mount Richmond • Owairaka/Te Ahi-ka-a-Rakataura/ Mount Albert • Pukewiwi/Puketapapa/ Mount Roskill • Rarotonga/Mount Smart • Takarunga/Mount Victoria • Te Kopuke/Titikopuke/ Mount St John • Te Tatua a Riukiuta/Big King

The buck now stops with Steve Hargreaves By Daniel Silverton

school.� Wesley College is the oldest registered secondary school in New Zealand, having opened in 1844 and moved to its current location in 1924. There are a number of vast differences between Hargreaves’ former workplace and his new setting. Macleans is decile nine compared with decile one Wesley. “People say, ‘wow, that is a big difference’,� says Hargreaves. “I did that other way going from Otahuhu to Macleans. That was decile one to [then] decile 10. “At the heart of it, most school kids want the same things. They want to belong, they want a sense of purpose, and people to believe in them and support them towards their goals.� Another big difference is the size and ethnic makeup of the school roll. Macleans has 2600 students while Wesley has 330, 260 of which are

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Following a review conducted by the school last year, Hargreaves is the first Wesley principal who won’t be living on campus. The commute back to his East Auckland home provides a chance to wind down at the end of the day. “I don’t enjoy the drive in to work because I have a million jobs running through my head,� he says. Macleans leaders Byron Bentley and Jim Lonergan have shaped the way Hargreaves is approaching his first role in the top job. “Byron is really big on high standards, for staff and students alike, and sticking to your core beliefs and not being swayed by educational fads. “Jim showed the importance of building relationships with students. “The buck stops with me now. Rather than being able to consult with others, I have to make the hard calls.�

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boarders, with Tongan being the main ethnic group. It is also Methodist integrated. “That is new to me,� says Hargreaves. “I was raised as an Anglican. It is different, but [I’ve found] I love chapel. The singing is unbelievably good and it’s quite uplifting hearing the chaplain give a message in the morning. “That is something I did not expect.� Wesley is renowned as one of New Zealand’s finest rugby schools, which Hargreaves, who was co-coach of Macleans’ First XV, is looking forward to witnessing on a week-toweek basis. “They have a fantastic rugby reputation. It has a great spirit and a long and proud history. I know I’m going to enjoy watching the First XV play and I think [my rugby background] helps me fit into the school culture.�

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N Howick Auto Centre and Electrical, from left: Sally, Mark, Tammy, Dion, Shane and Craig. “We can service anything,” Dion says. “There is no need to waste time going all the way into Auckland city to see a dealership, we have all the equipment and very experienced mechanics to do what the dealerships do and at a competitive price.” But there’s more. Recently, a very classy purple 1970 Dodge Charger was attracting a lot of attention outside the workshop. This is another interesting arm of the business – the mechanics particularly enjoy working on classic cars and hot rods and have a solid reputation in this specialised work. The business also has its own special line of batteries under the brand of DMS Batteries, these being made to order for the Howick Auto Centre’s workshop. Howick Auto recommends service intervals

to clients and sends reminders. Dion heartily recommends clients should have their vehicles serviced regularly. For example, he says a car’s airconditioning system should be serviced every two years. Replacement of a receiver dryer filter will halt corrosion and damage to seals and this can prevent leaks and improve the cooling system. “Many people believe their airconditioning has stopped working because it has just run out of gas, but this may not be the case. An air-conditioning system should not need re-gassing because the system is factory sealed. If the gas has gone there is usually a leak in the system and fixing it could be as straightforward as replacing a small o-ring.” Craig says as car manufacturers find new and innovative ways to build

cars, the ability for people to fix their own cars is becoming a thing of the past and the need for an up-to-date workshop is becoming a must. “We understand that vehicle servicing is a necessary evil and we like to keep the stress out of it for all our customers,” Craig says. What’s more, when people get a WOF for their vehicle from this team, they can be sure they’re driving a safe car as the Howick Auto Centre team is meticulous about safety. “Howick Auto Centre has its own diagnostic brake rolling machine, which will always go on to check the wheel alignment and shock absorbers. We always do it properly and pride ourselves on our safety,” Craig says. “At Howick Auto it’s not just about getting the pass on the WOF, it’s about certifying a safe vehicle or advising the repairs to get your vehi-

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their children in a safe and friendly atmosphere.� “It’s good to be here because I don’t do messy play at home,� smiles the 35-year-old playcentre advocate. “This gives the kids a chance to learn different skills in an engaging environment.� The boys Connor and Blake are busy on their bikes under the supervision of mum Gina Dixon who lives in Dannemora but enjoys driving to Cockle Bay. “It’s not much of a distance and there are so many activities that the boys enjoy here,� she says. The Playcentre Awareness Week is celebrated in March to promote the values of parent-led early education and the involvement of the community at large. The open days at the Cockle Bay playcentre are from March 9-13.

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is their main source of films, which is not far behind those who list the cinema is their main source (24 per cent).� Online channels are popular for music as well. “You can see why the bargain bins are full of CDs when almost two thirds (58 per cent) of those surveyed said they had not bought one in the past year.� YouTube is an almost universally popular source for listening to music with 87 per cent of those surveyed saying they use it, followed by their personal music collections (81 per cent). Spotify has also made an impact with 43 per cent of young Kiwis surveyed using that source.

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HOWICK Fun Walk and Run is on March 22 starting at 9am from Stockade Hill, Howick. This community event is a great draw-card for runners, walkers and their families to enjoy the scenery and history of Howick. Entry fee adults $10, Children $2, school teams of four $5. Register at www.howickfunwalkrun. co.nz or after 8am on the day. Before the walk an MC will go over the order of proceedings and health and safety requirements. After the walk, relax on Stockade Hill and enjoy music, food and spot prize draws. Rotary Club of Howick is coordinating this event with proceeds going to Coastguard.

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THE Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is on the hunt for adventurous New Zealanders looking to take on the ‘Race of their Life’ in 2015 and beyond. Crew recruitment talks to find out what it takes to complete this challenge will be held March 11, 6.30pm Royal Akarana Yacht Club, 8 Tamaki Drive, Okahu Bay, Auckland. The Clipper Race is open to anyone regardless of experience but must be 18 years old to compete, but no upper age limit. Enquiries email Kirsty on kwhyte@clipper-ventures.com or go to www.clipperroundtheworld.com.

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PANMURE Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists meets at the Family Research Centre, 159 Queens Road, Panmure March 10 at 5pm for own research and 7.30pm for meeting. Topic is “What got me started�. Supper. Phone Vivienne on 578-2525.

Have your say on the 10-year budget by 4pm on Monday 16 March 2015 For more information, to provide feedback or to find a ‘Have your say’ event, visit shapeauckland.co.nz, phone 09 301 0101 or visit your local board office, service centre or library.

Maori medicine

RONGOA Maori, Maori healing in your backyard. Roimata Taniwha-Paoo will be sharing her knowledge of Maori medicine using plants found in your own back yard at Pakuranga Library March 10, 10.30am to 11.30am. Her talk will feature kawakawa and manuka, come along and discover how to make tea, oil and toothpaste. All welcome.

Jumble sale

HOWICK RSA is holding a BIG Jumble Sale this Saturday from 9am to noon. Come along and get a bargain.

Auckland Regional Parks

HOWICK U3A invites seniors to its monthly meetings 9.30am to noon on March 9 at Nixon Hall, Sale Street, Howick. Main speaker is Craig Bleakless on Auckland Regional Parks. Visitors welcome. Phone 534-6844 or 534-4829.

Forest and bird

SOUTH Auckland Forest and Bird meets March 9, 7.30pm at Haseler Hall, All Saints Church, Selwyn Road, Howick. Anton van Helden outlines Forest and Bird’s bold campaign to create a Kermadec Ocean Sanctuary and promote marine reserves. All welcome.

Ladies Probus

HIGHLAND Park Ladies Probus Club meets 10am the first Friday each month at Trinity Methodist Church, 474 Pakuranga Road. On March 6 we have our annual general meeting commencing at 10am. Phone Lynsey on 535-4968.

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AT Bucklands Beach Bowling Club. All welcome, try our new green. 1pm start, first Saturday each month. $2 includes afternoon tea. Bowls supplied. Flat soled shoes required. Come along or phone Linda on 577-5316.

COME and join us at our fortnightly Mix and Mingle Sunday dances with live bands, variety of dances, friendly people. Open bar, tea and coffee. $12 entrance single or $18 double. Howick RSA, Wellington Street, 7-10pm. Next dance March 8. For more details, phone Carol on 021-401-235.

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NEXT meeting for 60’s Up Pakuranga club is March 10 at Te Tuhi, 13 Reeves Road, Pakuranga at 9.30am. Our speaker talks about travel on “Proud Mary� on the Murray River, Australia. Pay for outing to Guide Dogs at Manurewa $30. New members welcome. Phone Maureen on 534-5150 or Bonnie on 273-7538 for more details.

Orchid society

HOWICK Orchid Society meets March 8, 2.30pm in Fencible Lounge, Uxbridge Road, Howick. Francis Hendrich gives a talk on cultivation of various orchid species. Afternoon tea, orchid plant raffles, flowers displayed and visitors welcome. Entry $2. Phone Anton on 537-1251.

CITIZENS Advice Bureau PakurangaEastern Manukau (CAB) is offering a free new migrant workshop on March 12 at Highland Park Community House from 9.30am to 1pm. Covering topics related to starting up a New Zealand Business Enterprise including tax return preparation, income tax, provisional tax, business expenses, keeping records, goods and services tax and employing staff. To register phone CAB on 5768331 or for more details. While every effort is made to run the notices, volume and space restrictions may mean events will not run. Where publication of a notice is time-critical, groups should consider paying for a classified advertisement to ensure placement.

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NEWS BITES Volunteer awards open Nominations open this week for the 2015 Minister of Health Volunteer Awards – recognising the thousands of unsung heroes who support New Zealand’s health and disability services. “From lending a hand to supporting people at their time of need, health volunteers make life better for New Zealanders in many ways, often without seeking any recognition,� a spokesman says. “If you know an individual or team of volunteers who deserve to be recognised, I encourage you to nominate them.� Last year’s overall Health Volunteers of the Year were the Cancer Society Canterbury West Coast Division Rural Groups. For more information about nominations and the Awards go to www. volunteerawards.health.govt.nz.  Nominations close on 31 March.

Tasers on belts? “The time has come for Police Officers to be equipped with Tasers on their belt when they are attending calls for service, as the seemingly weekly serious attacks on Police Officers continue with today’s attack on a Police officer at the Foxton WINZ office,� Police Association oresident Greg O’Connor said this week. “It is no longer good enough for the Police hierarchy and politicians to say that, in general, assaults on Police are down when serious assaults continue to rise at this rate,� said Mr O’Connor. “Once again a Police Officer attending a routine piece of policing has been seriously injured in a situation where he has been ill-equipped – not having either a Taser or a firearm on his person or in his vehicle.�

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ith two weeks to go, more than 6000 Aucklanders have now provided feedback on Auckland Council’s 10-year budget and the city’s transport issues are top of the agenda. Submissions so far show that 54 per cent of respondents are in favour of the Auckland Plan programme, with 26 per cent supporting basic transport programme. On funding options, 34 per cent prefer a motorway charge versus 29 per cent favouring a rates increase and fuel tax. More than 650 people attended the Auckland Conversations event which focused on the transport funding proposals, and more than 7000 people have viewed a short video that outlines the transport options included in the 10-year budget. Auckland Mayor Len Brown says he is delighted so many people are getting involved, but that with two weeks to go before

Auckland celebrates St Patrick’s Day Tuesday March 17 is St Patrick’s Day, but in true Irish tradition this year’s St Patrick’s Festival is going to be celebrated ... early! Instead of Tuesday 17, St Paddies Day ... The Parade and Fleadh (festival of Irish culture, actually pronounced flar!) is on Sunday March 15! Be first in the world to celebrate St Patrick’s Day and be on Queen Street at 12pm on Sunday 15 March for the Hugh Green Group St Patrick’s Parade when the world turns a little green.

Police parade Counties Manukau Police will be putting its best foot forward in Pukekohe on Friday March 6 for the annual Counties Manukau Police District Pay Parade and Awards Ceremony. The event will be attended by Police Commissioner Mike Bush, who was previously District Commander, Counties Manukau. Mayor Len Brown and local Members of Parliament will also be in attendance. Counties Manukau Police District Commander Superintendent John Tims says the occasion is an important tradition. “The Pay Parade is a great opportunity for to present at our best for the community of Franklin and the wider Counties Manukau District. Everyone in the District works together to achieve the best outcome and the parade will demonstrate that sense of unity. The tradition of the Pay Parade comes from the requirement for Police officers to march to the local magistrate’s office every fortnight in their dress uniform and pass inspection before getting their pay packet.

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the consultation period ends, he encourages as many people as possible to have their say. “We need to make some critical decisions for Auckland’s future that will not only have a significant impact on us now,

but on the next generations of Aucklanders. So it couldn’t be more important that you stand up and make your voice heard. I urge everyone to make sure their views are represented before the consultation closes in two

weeks.� There are a number of ways to provide feedback including an online feedback form found at shapeauckland.co.nz, a hard copy form (found in council libraries, service centres and local board offices), using social media and at the ‘have your say’ events. There are more than 30 ‘have your say’ events taking place across the region. The events replace traditional hearings and give people the opportunity to give verbal feedback on regional and local issues. Decision makers, such as councillors and local board members, will be at the events to listen to the views of community members, with note takers recording the feedback given. To view ‘have your say’ event times and venues visit www.shapeauckland.co.nz/10yearbudget or phone 09 301 0101. The consultation closes on March 16, 2015.

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NEWS BITES Youth mentors wanted YWCA Auckland is seeking mentors for its Future Leaders programme to make a difference in the lives of young women. The four-year programme sees young women paired with a volunteer mentor, to provide skills development, new experiences and opportunities to support them in achieving their goals. Flat Bush resident Kendal Collins worked as a school social worker before becoming a Future Leaders co-ordinator. “A bit of experience with youth, whether it be with your own children, in your work environment, or through your studies, would be perfect [to be a Future Leader],” she says. Mentors are asked to commit to at least two years in the programme, to ensure continuity for the young women, many of whom have not always had reliable adult role models. Mentors over the age of 25 are encouraged to phone Kelsi Cox on 522-8219 or send an email to kelsi@akywca.co.nz.

Pedalling the length of NZ EMPLOYEES of The Big Red Shed are taking part in a cycle relay the length of New Zealand to raise funds for Plunket Playgroups. The team of 120 kicked off the relay in Cape Reinga last Wednesday (March 4) and will finish in Bluff on March 17. People can support the ride by adding a dollar to their purchases at The Warehouse or online at www. pedalforplunket.org.nz. The funds will go towards Plunket’s Community Playgroups, allowing Plunket to keep current groups going and look to launch more in communities that need them. Plunket chief executive Jenny Price says Plunket’s playgroups are funded solely through donations. “We hope people get behind the race, so we can offer even more children a place to play and learn, and support more parents, whanau and caregivers to nurture happy, healthy Kiwi kids.” As well as the relay volunteers, The Warehouse team members in stores, distribution centres and the Auckland support office are aiming to cycle more than 120,000 kilometres on bike machines to raise funds for Plunket. If this figure is achieved, the total distance cycled by team members will equal three times around the world.

THE Keep New Zealand Beautiful organisation, along with Resene and the Ministry of Justice are excited to be collaborating in the second nation-wide Keep New Zealand Beautiful graffiti free week. Local community groups will join forces to paint out unsightly walls across New Zealand. Many Kiwis will get involved with Graffiti Free Week – when individuals, businesses, schools and groups get out into their communities and help to remove graffiti from their patch. This year’s Graffiti Free Week runs from the March 16-22. Groups and individuals can join an organised event in their area, or they can set up their own event and publicise it on the Keep New Zealand Beautiful website for others to get involved in. Groups and individuals can join any organised event in their area, or they can set up their own event and register it on the Keep New Zealand Beautiful website for others to get involved in.

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Entranced by island of red eagle By Daniel Silverton

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EFORE being given the enviable brief of covering an international golf tournament in Langkawi, Malaysia, my knowledge of the South-East Asian nation extended to three things: great food, world No 1 women’s squash player Nicol David, and the country’s catchy ‘Malaysia: Truly Asia’ jingle. But as I was to find out, Langkawi is the type of place a city-bound Kiwi can make the most out of, without having spent hours researching or meticulously planning. Malaysia Airlines flies daily from Auckland to capital Kuala Lumpur year-round, which is perfect for a last-minute winter escape and also provides the flexibility to stay as long as you like. During one of the friendly exchanges at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), a broad smile comes over the locals as I explain I’m a New Zealander going to Langkawi. It turns out that’s because the most widely known fact about the holiday destination of Langkawi is the entire island is duty-free, and the most widely known fact about Kiwis is we

like a beverage or two. I learn later on that the first stop for experienced travellers to Langkawi, located about 30km off the west coast of the Malaysia-Thailand peninsula and a 45-minute flight from KLIA, is often to stock up on fridge supplies before checking into their hotel. Upon touching down, I realise that might also be because Langkawi Airport is international in the same sense Hamilton or Rotorua is, and doesn’t have the range of shops or lavish surroundings of KLIA. So if you’re after high-end goodies, best to grab those on your way to or back from your Langkawi adventure. Langkawi is one of 104 islands that form the archipelago in the Andaman Sea and has a population of about 65,000. Stretching approximately 30km across in each direction, everything the island has to offer is within a short drive or taxi ride on comfortable roads. With work to do, I skip the bottle store and head straight to the official hotel of the golf tournament, the purpose of my visit. In 25 years, the number of hotel

rooms in Langkawi has grown from 200 to 10,000 and the beachfront Sheraton resort has some of the finest. The luxury chalets and shared villas are either in a beach or forest setting, are incredibly spacious and the staff were some of the friendliest I’ve met. And after a relaxing swim in the hotel pool, there’s nothing better than jumping on the hotel shuttle back to your room to save you the long walk – you are on holiday, after all. The golf was being held at Langkawi’s two full-length courses – The Els Club Teluk Datai and Gunung Raya Golf Resort – with a third, 99° East, offering nine holes. In The Els Club, Langkawi is home to one of world’s most scenic and beautifully presented courses, designed by four-time major winner, South African Ernie Els. Gunung Raya is named for the peak towering over the course, which is sculpted upon 300 acres of former rubber plantation land. It’s at The Els Club that I have my first up-close encounter with the island’s wildlife. A number of breeds of monkey

roam Langkawi like the roads and hotels are built for their benefit, and likewise the golf courses. Relations between me and the primates took a turn for the worse when a family of dusky leaf monkeys crossed the cart path and I somehow got between them and the alpha male. The little fella let me know very loudly that he wasn’t happy and put up a brief but slightly frightening chase to ward us away – all of which gave the locals a good laugh when I told them the story on my return to the clubhouse. A more controlled experience of Langkawi’s natural beauty can be found on a cruise of the River Kilim geothermal park. Traditional longboats take you on an exploration of protected mangrove forest and its many inhabitants – the experience is something like a wild zoo with canals. Langkawi means island of the red eagle in Malay, and seeing the impressive birds being fed is the first stop on the cruise. Further along the narrowing river and suddenly the boat is surrounded by monkeys.

Some cruise operators got near enough to the mangroves for the monkeys to board the boat, but to my relief, our captain was more wary and kept out of reach. He did get a little too close to a mangrove python snake for my liking though. The cruise also takes in the Gua Kelawar bat caves and stops at floating fish farms, offering the chance to feed a stingray and see some native species of water dwellers. The final stop is at one of the river’s floating restaurants, which like the rest of Langkawi and as you might expect, specialises in delicious seafood dishes. For a different perspective of the island, I ride the 700-metre high cable car up Machincang Mountain for breathtaking 360-degree views of this beautiful part of the world. But with the golf tournament coming to a close, so was my time in Langkawi. At the end of the trip, I’ve added friendly people, beautiful scenery and unique experiences to the list of things I know about Malaysia. ■■The Times travelled to Langkawi courtesy of Tourism Malaysia and Malaysia Airlines.

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Looking back, 20 years ago... From the files of the Howick and Pakuranga Times, in 1995 Hi-tech signals change

February 27: Bookworms couldn’t wait to get in the doors when the brand new Pakuranga Library opened last Monday. After a Maori blessing ceremony for the staff the doors of the new facility in the Pakuranga Galleria opened to the public. Throughout the day, a steady stream of locals made their way inside to inspect the premises and look at the $50,000 worth of new books. Other new features include six extra computers and a comprehensive security system – a first for Manukau City libraries. Every book has a special device that sets off a signal at the door if the book has not been issued at the desk. And a soon to be introduced self issuing system is expected to be warmly welcomed by bookworms in a hurry. Members will be able to “swipe� their own cards and avoid having to queue at the main desk. Professional movers were brought in last week to move the books from the old premises in the Plaza Pakuranga and an official opening takes place in March.

Scouting trio make history

February 23: Three young Howick men have made Minerva Adventurer group history by each earning the distinguished Queen’s Scout Award. Roger Talbot, Greg Simmons and Alex Stammers, all 18 year olds, were presented with their awards by the Governor General, Dame Catherine Tizard at a special ceremony at Government House last weekend. It is the first time any boy has been honoured with the award in the Minerva pack’s 27 year history, says leader Judy Talbot. “And, to have three at one time is a great achievement,� she says. “There is a huge amount of hard

work involved, but their level of commitment has been amazing. “I think the most difficult aspect of the award for the boys, especially at their age, was the 86 hours of community service they had to perform.� The three friends have risen through the ranks of Cubs, Scouts and Adventurers together, and this year joined the Waipu Surf Club to train as life savers.

Hanging on for prize

March 2: Six determined competitors armed with games, books and plenty of chat have their hands on a Campbell’s freezer – and their sights firmly set on a $10,000 prize for whoever hangs on the longest. The Newstalk 1ZB endurance contest is part of a grand opening for Mark Campbell Discount Appliances at the Highland Home Centre this week. For the next four days the friendly rivals will eat but hopefully not sleep at the new store while keeping a firm grip on the freezer. A five minute break every hour will give some respite from their task. But, the big challenge for each one will be to stay awake and hang on longer than the others so one can claim the super prize of $10,000 worth of appliances. Store owner Mark Campbell says he hopes family, friends and the public will come along and support the contestants.

Nude awakening

AUGUST 14: A naked man brought traffic to a standstill on Pakuranga Highway on Friday morning. Police were called to the area around Gossamer Dr at about 9am after receiving several phone calls about the stark naked, six foot tall, solidly built man seen wandering along the highway.

REVVED UP: Jenny Naley (Manager The Sowers Trust), Chris Brearley (Harcourts), Belinda Tia (Youth Worker The Sowers Trust), Verona Ramadu (Family Worker The Sowers Trust), Tracey Stevenson (Chairperson, Sowers Board The Sowers Trust) at the cheque presentation on Monday at The Picton Centre in Howick. Photo supplied

Sowers Trust behind youth and families T

he Harcourts Foundation, the charitable arm of Harcourts real estate group, has this week presented The Sowers Trust with a cheque for $3000 that will go towards the purchase of a vehicle for their community workers. The Sowers Trust has been supporting youth and families in Manukau East for more than 35 years, mentoring, equipping and empowering at-risk and in-need youth and families to achieve their potential. As part of tryst’s programmes, community workers provide personalised support to youth who may be going through a specific crisis in their lives, and provide

ongoing support to individuals and families that are in need of help to restore and repair their lives. Trust manager Jenny Naley says The Sowers Trust programmes provide members of the Manukau East community the support they need to stay on a positive pathway. “When individuals and families go through a difficult time, it can be very isolating and people often feel as though they have no one to turn to for help. “Through youth mentoring and the wrap around care that we provide to families, we can provide the professional and volunteer support that’s needed to help them through

these challenges.� As part of the work carried out by The Sowers Trust, community workers travel to schools, homes and other locations to meet with young people and their families. Ms Naley says that the contribution from Harcourts will be a significant help towards purchasing the vehicle. “Our ability to be mobile in the community is fundamental to the success of our programmes. “Having our community workers go out to the youth and families in need, is a demonstration that someone cares about their situation and wants to help them, and that’s a big first step.

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NEWS IN PICTURES Each year, youngsters at Cockle Bay Primary are given essential skills in and around the water as part the Waterwise programme at Howick Beach. Year 5 and 6 pupils are introduced to water safety and given increased confidence by learning knot tying, kayaking and sailing in Optimist yachts, under the watchful eye of trained volunteers. Times photographer WAYNE MARTIN was on hand to witness one of the sessions last month.

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The Love List Genre: Comedy Written by: Norm Foster Directed by: Vic Leilua Reviewed by: Marianne Kelly Times rating: ★★HHH

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Y DEFINITION perfection is ultimately imperfection – a bit like not knowing happiness if you haven’t experienced sorrow. Put these conundrums in the hands of Canadian playwright, Norm Foster and you have theatre which challenges from go to whoa. Howick Little Theatre’s opening production for the 2015 season, The Love List keeps the audience on the edge of their seats as the convoluted plot weaves its way through the minds of statistician bureaucrat Bill, played by Simon Shreeve, and the past-it novelist, Leon, played by Brian Keegan. The plot, on the surface, suggests a fairly simple debate between the two mates about the characteristics that define the perfect woman. When she turns up on the doorstep they under-estimate the almost supernatural powers embodied in Justine, played by Katherine Mewett, as she displays everything they wish for – until it starts to backfire on them. Shreeve and Keegan are a perfect foil for one another, taking the audience through a roller-coaster of one minute hilarious clichÊs to moments of deep analysis, such as the idea that it’s the imperfections that make a man or woman perfect to the person who loves them. Or the fact that asking for space, but never taking an interest in where a partner has been going, inevitably leads to an unexpected affair in an endeavour to oblige. Katherine Mewett keeps the audience riveted as she careers from one female characteristic to another – ambitious then insecure, tolerance then mean jealousy, allowing space then cloying needi-

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ness. And then there’s number four on the love list! Foster’s clever writing reveals the everyday dilemmas that face us all in the challenge to reach perfection in ourselves and the person we love. But just as quickly he knocks them down in the realisation that the dream is unattainable, in fact undesirable. How he goes about delivering these important messages remains with the wonderful HLT cast to

reveal. They and director Vic Leilua have done a superb job in bringing a funny but complex script together which, in conjunction with the playwright, will leave a legacy. After seeing this play you will look at all the positive things in your relationship. The Love List, a ticketed event, plays at Howick Little Theatre, Sir Lloyd Drive, Pakuranga, at 8pm until March 21, and at 2pm on March 8.

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Skills Update is an established private training organisation who has been operating in sites around the country since 1991. We are seeking an individual with experience in placing people into jobs to join our team. This role is based in our Papakura branch and is a full time position, Monday to Friday. You will be using your exceptional sales, marketing and negotiation skills to find job placements for job seeking candidates. You will be responsible for matching jobs with candidate’s skills and qualifications, preparing candidates to job search and for interviews, and liaising with new employers to ensure the job is sustainable for the individual. You will be using your exceptional coaching and mentoring skills to teach/coach candidates the process of landing the right job. You will be responsible for preparing candidates to job search, assisting in their cover letter and CV writing skills and preparing them for interviews. You will also be responsible for following up with clients who have gained employment to ensure they are achieving their career goals, and meeting Skills Update’s targets and objectives. You must have a full, clean drivers licence and be a NZ citizen, NZ permanent resident or have a current NZ work permit. If you feel that you are a match with our requirements, please forward your CV and cover letter to: caroline.sager@skillsupdate.co.nz

Lessons in Sewing and Patternmaking Morning, Afternoon and Saturday classes www.nzschooloffashion.com Ph 021 051 2424 09 390 1090

EARN from Home 24/7 PT / FT. For FREE info: www.24sevenbiznz.com

CV and interview preparation. Ph Linda 534 8412

CD227328

We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher aide to work one on one with a special needs student. Makaton knowledge an advantage but training will be given. Please forward your letter of application and current CV with names of two referees to: Carol Norton-Deputy Principal - cnorton@mhp.school.nz Applications close: 17th March 2015 Start date: 23rd March 2015

CLOTHING ALTERATIONS Machinist. Experienced, contract basis. Ph 021 252 1307

SITUATIONS VACANT

CD227676

BUCKLANDS Beach 2brm home, Macleans zone. Avail 12 Mar. Lawns incl, n/s, n/pets. $450pw. Ph Owner 537 3254

Must be available 7 days on call. Required between 10am2pm. No experience required. Must have own reliable tranpsort. Please email CV to: hr@seghq.com

CD211179

SANTA REQUIRED

TO LET

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SITUATIONS VACANT

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ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Thursday 19 March 3.30-5.30pm

Enrolment applications for 2016 for all year levels open on Thursday 19 March 2015 and close on Friday 29 May 2015. Priority is given to in accordance with the school’s Enrolment Scheme (refer website) www.sanctamaria.school.nz Our Open Day will be held on Thursday 19 March. All are welcome to walk around our school and collect an Enrolment Application Pack for 2016.

We sell furniture, household goods, quality used clothing, etc. We accept donations of good furniture, clothing etc. 9 Ben Lomond Cres, Pakuranga Ph 576-1507 Open 6 days Come and be surprised

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY

(Never known to fail)

BUILDERS GARAGE Sale. Unit 23/19 Ormiston Rd. Everything MUST go! Secondhand/new materials from tiles to gge doors & everything in between. Bring your truck/trailer & crazy offers. Mon-Fri, 1012. Ph 021 321 140. Truck avail for deliveries if nec.

CD218973

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Further No�ce: Proposed Disposal of Botany Site for Development of Community Health Hub

MOBILE COFFEE van for lease. Existing run through Botany, East Tamaki. Great opportunity. Turnover growing. $250pw + licence fee. Call/txt Scott 0221 831 176

HALF MOON BAY 7 Ursula Plce off Clyside Sat 7th 8am. H/hold, elec,toys,clothes,books. Two house lots.

Bric a brac, clothes, books & much more Want to book a table? Email howickrsajumblesale @gmail.com

Peace Korean Presbyterian Church

H154-160 Harris Rd, East Tamaki 7 March, 8am-1pm Lots of Furn (beds, tables, chairs, bookcase, console, sofas, drawer, desk etc), new shoes, bicycles, running machine, mini oven, fryer, clothes, crockery, toys, homemade cakes, sausage sizzle and so much more.

Bargains Galore. Guaranteed!

Bags, Scarves & Jewellery at Clearance Prices Every Friday 1:00 – 4:00pm plus 1st Saturday of each month (Commencing this Saturday 7th March) 10:00am to 2:00pm Unit 5, 115 Elliot Street, Howick

HORIZON AERIALS LTD

SPOUTING AND ROOFING

We do WINZ quotes

Air conditioners

½ price TV, audio Washing machine refrigerators Factory Returns entre rvice C ed Se is r o th Au

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10-25 sq mtrs with or without ensuites Built on site From

$15,980 inclusive* *conditions apply

Freephone 0800 882 623, 0274 928 504, www.studioxtra.co.nz

CD163461

Damien Westwood Mob: 027 4854 412 Ph: 536 5112 or westwoodbuilders@xtra.co.nz www.westwoodbuilders.co.nz ďż˝ New Homes ďż˝ Alterations ďż˝ Reclads

ďż˝ Extensions ďż˝ Construction Services ďż˝ Weather Tight Solutions

Leaky Home Repairs Alterations Decks All Trade Services

NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL Free Quotes Office: 09 527 6360 Dave: 021 836 360 www.franix.co.nz

FRANIX

535 6950 021 0333 149

CONSTRUCTION LTD

NZ Registered

Parmco & Turboair authorised service Repairs to: Fisher & Paykel European & Italian appliances

• Stoves & Rangehoods

• Waste disposals • Dishwashers • Laundry • Fridge & Freezer seals only

MARKS

ACTIVE retired carpenter past master builder, wants small jobs e.g. easing sticky doors, windows, deck repairs, all carpentry jobs, Ph Bob 534-1355

Custom made Kitchens & Cabinetry

Ph 09 274 6471

info@ dlcabinetmaking.co.nz

CATERING QUALITY CATERING AT affordable prices, celebrations, lunches or any occasion. 12yrs exp. Ph Debbie, Delicious Dining 537-1312 or 021 180 9878

CHIMNEY SWEEP MIKE JOHNSON, your local Sweep. 10yrs+ exp. Report provided. $50. Ph 536 6394 or 021 251 0324

CLEANING ABACLEANZ TOTAL AAA carpets, windows, open homes or regular freephone 0800 88 81 81 BEST CLEANING reliable, professional. Open homes/ office/house. Top quality, free quotes. Ph Susan 022 3926688

CD185360

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LICENCED BUILDING PRACTITIONER REGISTERED MASTER BUILDERS

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BUILDER avail additions, renovations, all types of building. Competitive price. Licenced Builder Alan 021548-131

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

PARMCO

3. 4.

Licensed Building Practitioner Member Certified Builders

Over 17 years service

SLEEPOUTS

Stylish & Affordable Bathroom Renovations Bathroom & Shower renovation specialist Wall & Floor Ceramic Tiling All Aspects Of Domestic Plumbing Service & Repair

BATHROOM & SHOWER BOX RELINING

138J Harris Road East Tamaki 271 6262

BUILDERS

BATHROOM IMPRESSIONS

Ph: 533 0486 or 021 078 7336

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

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

2.

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

CARPENTERS

DL Cabinetmaking

BUILDERS

1.

Electricians

or Copper

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

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

CD130002

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

CD227516

CMDHB SL2

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

GA101040

Community Feedback Sought Community Feedback is sought on the poten�al scope of future services and the proposal to sell the full site rather than just the vacant land por�on of the site. Community Feedback needs to be received by 30 March 2015 and may be provided: • by le�er to The Chief Execu�ve, Coun�es Manukau Health, Private Bag 94-052, Manukau, Auckland 2104; or • by email to botanyland@coun�esmanukau.health.nz; or • by telephone to Louise Zacest, Head of Business Development, Phone (09) 262 9522 Any queries should be directed to Louise Zacest, Head of Business Development, Phone (09) 262 9522

CONTINUOUS SPOUTING

ARCHITECTURE

Certified Builder & Licenced Building Practitioner Alterations / Extensions Renovations / Reclads Decks Pools / Landscaping Bathrooms / Kitchens For a free quote, Ph 027 277 5118 keithg.hunter@xtra.co.nz

CD172024

Eastcare

K55011

CD137943

Phone Tracey

The disposal of the full site would enable a comprehensive Community Health Hub to be developed in Botany over ďż˝me, oering a wide range of publicly funded health and disability services which would integrate with the medical services already oered locally by East Care and other private health services. Potenďż˝al Community Health Hub services could include: Exisďż˝ng services • Accident and medical services • Specialist consultaďż˝ons • Maternity services including birthing and post natal accommodaďż˝on • Home healthcare services • Children’s dental clinic New Services • Extended accident and medical services to include for example ‘observaďż˝onal care’ for children as a precursor to discharge home or transfer to hospital if needed • Extended specialist services for example dialysis services, cancer care • Older adult assessment, treatment and rehabilitaďż˝on beds • Residenďż˝al services for older people • Rehabilitaďż˝on services and allied health such as physiotherapy, occupaďż˝onal therapy and social workers • Palliaďż˝ve care –including Hospice beds • Extended home nursing and healthcare services • Community mental health services • Interpreter and translaďż˝on services • General purpose areas for health and community groups • Other agencies and organisaďż˝ons At this stage, there is no change planned for the services that Counďż˝es Manukau Health currently provides on the site i.e. the DHB will conďż˝nue to provide the Botany Downs Community Maternity Unit, Botany Dental Clinic and home health services.

CD206513

Vacant land

CD6793

CD224956

Botany Superclinic

1 Moy Place, Botany www.appliancerepair.co.nz

Lynch Design 577 1939 www.lynchdesign.co.nz

INSTALLATION

Lawn Mowing Garden Tidy Up Regular Garden Maintenance Hedge & Shrub Trimming For more than ‘just’ Lawns

Authorised Service Centre Simpson - Electrolux - Hoover Westinghouse - Dishlex - Atlas

Plans for new houses & additions 30yr experience. Prof member ADNZ - LBP

TV AERIAL

Lawn & Garden Care

Appliance

Services Ltd

DRAFTING & DESIGN

Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed

GARDEN CARE

CONTACT

272 9988 or 021 976 455

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Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

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CD196030

FASHION ACCESSORY OUTLET RE-OPENING

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

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In February and March 2014, Counďż˝es Manukau District Health Board (Counďż˝es Manukau Health) sought community feedback and expressions of interest in relaďż˝on to a proposal to sell vacant land at 260 Botany Road, Botany and enable development of a Community Health Hub on that vacant land. [Idenďż˝ďŹ er: NA113A/716] Through the proposed Community Health Hub, Counďż˝es Manukau Health is intending to improve local access to publicly (Counďż˝es Manukau Health) funded services. The community feedback received from the 2014 consultaďż˝on indicated that residents would like there to be more publicly funded services available locally. Having considered this feedback and proposals from parďż˝es who would like to develop and operate the Community Health Hub, Counďż˝es Manukau Health is now intending to sell the full site at 260 Botany Road including the adjacent vacant land, subject to the Minister of Health’s approval. The disposal of the site would be on the strict condiďż˝on that it is developed for health purposes as a Community Health Hub that aligns with the community’s needs.

$33/,$1&( 5(3$,56

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WANTED TO BUY

Pursuant to clause 43 of schedule 3 of the New Zealand Public Health and Disability Act 2000

021 764797 or 532 8930

www.sos-appliance-repairs.co.nz

25 Wellington St

CD227744

RM & PHH

BUCKLANDS Bch 152A Clovelly Rd Sat 7 Mar, 7am. Mega sale for mission trip. Sofa, elecs, bed, furn, clothes etc

Old School Builder

All Interior Renova�ons Bathrooms Problem Solving Project Management � Sub Contractors Available � � � �

021-369 881

HOWICK RSA

GARAGE SALES

Servicing all major brands of Whiteware appliances

DAVE TAPPER BUILDERS Ltd

CD203670

O most beautiful flower of Mt Carmel, fruit of the vine, splendorous of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God. Immaculate Virgin assist me in this my necessity. O star of the sea, help me and show me herein, you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O show me here you are my Mother. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. The prayer must be said for 3 days and the request will be granted and the prayer must be published. Thanks for prayers answered.

NZ registered electrical service technician

533-6954

CD227371

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Sancta Maria College 319 Te Irirangi Drive, Botany South Telephone: (09) 274 4081

HOWICK 56 Andrew Rd, Sat 7 March, 8am, fridge, excel con, 1907’s Oxley pram, hsehold gds, make an offer for the lot

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

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The Principal will address visitors on the school’s philosophy and values in the auditorium at 4.45pm.

HIGHLAND PARK, 65 Lewisham Str, Sat 7th, 8am start. Household goods & furn.

BUILDERS

CD157554

OPEN DAY AND ENROLMENTS

SECOND HAND SHOP

APPLIANCE REPAIRS CD127274

2014 TAXES still due? No time? Let me help getting this together. Reasonable rates & I know what your accountant wants & needs! Ph Elmarie 0275 741 965 today. Free 1st meeting & consultation.

SANCTA MARIA COLLEGE

GARAGE SALES

FOR SALE H1M015

Public Notices

APPLIANCES A STOVE Problem? Ph East City Stove Repairs Ph 0274 516 454 or 576 6756 a/h

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Leak Repairs Infrared Checks Alterations Renovations Repairs Maintenance Landscaping Waterproofing

Competitive Rates Free Quotes

Office: 09 527 6360 Dave: 021 836 360 Licensed Building Practitioner www.franix.co.nz CD185364

COMPUTERS D & J Computer PC Laptop LCD Printer Virus Network Email Data Recovery Onsite Job NO Fix NO Fee

Microsoft Certified Professional

Ph: 5768812 Open 7 Days 83 Reeves Rd Pakuranga

MAC & PC for all your computer servicing & support. Paul 537 2975 or 021 982 024 www.macandpc.co.nz

CARPET LAYING CARPETLAYER Cheap carpet, supply/lay Restretching/repairs Ph 0800555410†www.nocowboys.co.nz/ carpet

www.times.co.nz/classifieds

CD145261

Ph: 533 0136 or 021 370 307

CONCRETE

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

DRAINLAYING

Phone Dean 021 278-8087, 535-1005 a/h

TIMBER FENCING Phone 0220 445 473 or 570 4350

021 135 5174 mcwilliams_drainage @hotmail.com

The

www.drainslayer.co.nz

ALL HEDGES, TREES, LAWNS

EXPER’D GARDENER Maint, makeovers, design & planting advice. Ph Karen 021865590

ODD jobs, inside/outside, big/sml ph/txt The Happy Handeeman 0275354488 PROPERTY Repairs & maintenance No job too small. Refs avail. Ph Keith 021 594143

Interior/Exterior painting, Wallpaper stripping, Plasterboard fixing/stopping, Residential/Commercial High quality workmanship Ph Vincent 5339658 021-135 3388 A FREE QUOTE Painter & Decorator with 30yrs exp. Int/Ext Ph Geoff 5331504/021-02471675 ALL Paint & Decor.†Salisbury Painters Ltd. clive.salisbury@gmail.com Ph 021 486 540 A PAINTER 20yrs exp. Free quotes. Small jobs pref. Reas rates. Reliable. Trevor 5765970, 021 2557610 NEW & OLD Painting & Decorating services. No Obligation. Free Quotes.†For all yr int & ext, large or small jobs. Akld wide. Ph Doug 021 349 363

SMALL job repairs, painting, gardening, window replacement, deck repairs, pool fences. Ph 027 302 2377

PAINTER int/ext roof, free quote, qual work Korean Painters Ph Charlie 533 5328 or 027 245 0807

TONY Fix It. I specialise in the small repair jobs around the home. $40+gst per hr. Howick Based. 533 9546 or 027 533 9546

PAINTING & DECORATING

LAWNCARE ABSOLUTE Excellence, 10% disc. for next 10 wks, txt/Ph Paul now 021 156 6951 ANDREW 021 324 994 or 213 2880. Lawns, garden maint, tree felling/trimming, Free quotes. BRUCIE’S Lawnmowing. Free quotes. Ph now 537 3470 or 027 273 4992 MOMAN - for lawnmowing, hedges & tree work. Reliable service, best rates. Contact Sean 0210 278 2141 YOU grow it, I’ll mow it. honest, reliable, competitive Ph Rex 027 321 9022

ANTS, FLIES, SPIDERS, BORER COCKROACHES ETC

BRIAN Certifying Plumber

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

All domestic & commercial requirements. Free quote, prompt service. Regd. Master Painter. All work guaranteed Ph Ross 521-2777 or 021-944899

PAINTING DECORATING, int/ext. roofs, high quality, free quote Ph: 021 830 899 fancy_tyler@hotmail.com REPAINTS interior, exterior, reliable, refs avail Ph Rob 0211 848 173 THIRD generation Kiwi Painter, int/ext. 22yrs exp Ph Tony 021 1559220 WALLPAPERING specialist. Strip, hang, Ph Andrew 027 4600048 or 5244 111

Professional pest control 100% NZ Owned Guaranteed work 25 yrs exp in pest control Expert Advice - Botany Office Call 021 0262 5766 www.totalworx.co.nz

Handy Andy Plumbing

Ph: 533 0437 027 600 6232

PEST CONTROL ANTS - FLEAS - SPIDERS - FLIES WASPS - RODENTS - COCKROACHES Ph: Chris 577 4448 021 243 0004

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All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area Ph Warren or Brett

PALMERS PEST

CONTROL SERVICES LTD

Commercial/Domestic NZQA Approved Handler Ants - Spiders - Flies Cockroaches - Borer - Bed Bugs - Carpet Beetles - Fleas - Rodents - Wasps - Bees Call Allen 576 9697 027 612 9890 palmerspestcontrol@gmail.com

534 3551 or 0274 930 181 PLUMBER All maint wrk, no job too small. Prompt service. Ph 535 9567 PLUMBER Certified 19yrs exp. New or RENO work/ Hot Water Cylinders. Brad 022 671 8125.

PLASTERERS

PLUMBER

FOR ALL your plasterboard requirements. Gibcove, cornice, fibrous, old walls skimmed for painting. For a prof finish call Martin 021948175 5375426 PLASTERBOARD stopping, new and alterations, quality work, reas rates. Grant 021 673 388 PLASTERING inside & out. Large/ small jobs, wall holes. Ph Joe 021 027 03803 STOPPING, Skim coats, coving. 15yrs exp. Ph Andy 027 233 2106 STOP, skim, coves, 19 yrs exp, no job too big or small, free quotes, Ph Logan 021 1845601, 536 7058

Gary Hanson Plumbing Ltd

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

â–ş â–ş â–ş â–ş â–ş

027 594 1243 537 4796

AAA TREE/Hedge services, quality job, bargain price, free quote Russ 0212299155

A-CLASS TREE SERVICES All tree & hedge work Rubbish removal Garden Clearouts Free Quotes Fully Insured

Ph Josh 536 4603 or 021-074-8027 $OO DERXW

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

WASHING MACHINE REPAIRS WASHING machine repairs. Fridges, dryers etc. Same day service. Ph 2743554. Botany.

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Houses, Roof treatments, Paths, Drives, Decks CALL YOUR LOCAL OPERATOR CRAIG 535-5661 K54159

ďż˝ Specialist waterblasting

& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows

ďż˝ Domestic & commercial ďż˝ Low pressure bio-wash ďż˝ Professional presentation

DS TREES & Landscapes, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Ph Doug 021537171/537-8595 EARTH GROOMERS, Landscaping, all tree work/ stumps, hedges. Rubbish remov. Discount rate Snrs Ph James 537 0037, 021 866 125

PHIL’S TREE & STUMP GRINDING

Call Nick 537 4602 or 029 7700581

BEST PROPERTY SERVICES Exterior Soft Washing of:

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

Call Chris 021 366615 or 0508 932 532

All Tree Work - Fully Insured - Garden Mulch Over 20yrs Exp.

Ph: 535-9093 (027) 476-0246

PRAXIS Arboriculture Ltd. Call us for a free quote for any tree work. NZ Dip Arb. Fully Insured. praxisarb@ gmail.com Ph 021 402 508 or 09 555 0492

FIXING & STOPPING, plasterboard and fibrous plaster. Small jobs okay. Ph 021-902176 or 021-957912

UPHOLSTERY SPECIALISTS Quality recovers, antiques, custom-made furniture, headboards, loose covers. Free quotes, local pickup/delivery 534-4109 / 0212997162 www.nicheupholstery.com

TREE SERVICES

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

Hill Plumbing

Certifying plumbing, gas and drainage ďż˝ Hot water cylinders ďż˝ Bathrooms, kitchens ďż˝ New and repairs

TILING, walls, floors, Int/ ext, repairs, stone, ceramic, porcelain. 20 yrs exp. Work Guar’teed. Glenn 576 2937, 021 847 424

BRANCH MANAGER

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

SS87908

TILING

TREECARE

WINDOW CLEANING KEVIN TURNER, free quotes, neat, fast, guaranteed. 535 7321 or 027 496 9784 WINDOW’S in/out, exterior housewash, gutter clearing. Exp operator, Ph Keith @ Panoramics 027 245 3444 or 530 8136

HEALTH & BEAUTY

All tree work

Massage/ Foot Massage

• GREAT RATES

Unit 19, 325 Ti Rakau Dr, East Tamaki. Ph: 273 5519 or 022 330 8633 Open 10am to 9.00pm

TREE SURGEON (17 YRS) ‘We Lop, Top, Chop, Drop and Mop up on the Spot’

For free quote or advice

Ph: GEOFF 535 2773 021 271 3580

CD205971

BEST MASSAGE. Therapeutic. Qualf’d Chinese specialist. Be revitalised! 537 5011 KB2049

SB Electrical NZ Reg Electrician. Reasonable rates. All electrical work. Nick 021 058 9561, 5340450

GA117458

NZ REGISTERED Elec inspector. Lights, power & all elec work. Alex 021 082 534 25

Also garden maintenance rubbish removal, free quotes. 12 Yrs exp. residential/commercial Ph: Peter 021 39 33 84 QUALITY GARDEN SERVICES

HANDYMEN

GALLAGHER PLUMBING

NICHE

Upholstery

CD145278

GARDEN CARE

WE’VE GOT JUST THE THING

CERTIFIED Plumber & gasfitter, 25 yrs exp. new work, maint & alterations, all work guaranteed. Ph Craig 273 1907 or 0274 487 406 Eastern Plumbing Ltd

STORAGE Specials. Pick up service avail. Cond apply. Ph 0508 668 348 or sales@aucklandmovers. co.nz

CD140634

0800 633 345

Equipment hire for THE PROFESSIONAL & HOME HANDYMAN Ph: 09 273 6323 Mob: 027 516 1620 www.hireline.co.nz

0800 555 610

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A1 CHINESE PAINTERS

CD218017

CD202782

NZ REG, Commercial / Domestic. All Electrical Work. Free Quotes. Call free 0800 326 762 or 0220 635 830

For all broken windows, mirrors, showers, balustrades, pool fencing and splashbacks

HIRE SERVICES

Wasps, Fleas, Rodents. Safe treatments Written Guarantee

www.wcpestcontrol.co.nz

SS80294

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

HI CLASS GLASS

CD225833

ELECTRICIAN, registered, available for all installations & repairs. Prompt reliable service. Ph Mark 021 959 439 or 534 4401

GLASS & GLAZING

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

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

PEST CONTROL Flies, Ants, Mozzies, Spiders,

UPHOLSTERERS

K54141

ELECTRICAL tag & testing of power tools & repairs, alarms & small electrical installations, Ph: Ray 0274 941 490

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

ACCESS Garage Doors. Sales, service, repairs, tilts, rollers, springs, motors, gates. Jono 0800 129 022

0800 BENNETT

PEST CONTROL

CD188699

NZ Registered Work guaranteed. Free Quotes Ph 0274 907 213 or 576 3523 www.eastauckland-electrician.co.nz

HOWICK LOCKSMITHS

Your local maintenance Plumbers & Drainlayers 34 years in the area. Prompt, reliable service. Phone attended. Call us now:576 7137 - 535 7209

H3X019

CALL FOR A BRIGHT SPARK TO YOUR DOOR

SN64060

ELECTRICIANS

0800 24 LOCK

GCB020

PAVING & Landscaping. Free quotes. Ph Jim 0275509-955 or 537-2988 ah

Bennett Plumbing and Drainage Ltd

Remove stumps the easy way.

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

K54146

FURNITURE REMOVAL SHIFTERS

CD219975

EINSTEIN

VINYL LAYING, supply, prep & install. No job too big or small Ph Brendan 021996-898, 537-8402ah

FURNITURE

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UCH as I detest the manner in which Dean Barker learned of his sacking as skipper of Team New Zealand, he is barking up the wrong tree if he believes he deserves the position of right. The fact is Barker, 42, has been involved in three failed attempts to wrest the America’s Cup from the Russell Coutts-run, billionaire-sponsored Alinghi and Oracle syndicates and it’s time to give a younger talented sailor a crack at his job. As an Olympic silver medallist and world champion in two different classes, Peter Burling, 24, looks to be the man for the job provided Team NZ’s technology expertise can match Oracle’s. It certainly did that when it led 8-1 in the last campaign in San Francisco until chief executive Coutts, skipper James Spithill and their crew achieved the most stunning comeback in cup history to retain the trophy 9-8. Coutts was smart in appointing young gun Aussie Spithill his skipper. Even when his boat lacked Team NZ’s boat speed up to the halfway stage he usually won the starts. It didn’t help Barker’s cause that his boss Grant Dalton called a lay-day at a crucial stage which allowed Oracle Team USA more time to sharpen its speed after trailing 1-7. Furthermore it seemed Dalton’s ego was the main reason he decided to be a grinder ahead of a younger, ďŹ tter man in most of

SPORTS BITES Emblen joins under-20s NEW Zealand Football has announced the appointment of Neil Emblen as assistant coach of the men’s under-20 side. Emblen, the former All Whites assistant and interim head coach, joins the management staff led by coach Darren Bazeley as the team continue preparations for the FIFA under-20 World Cup in New Zealand later this year. New Zealand Football High Performance Director Fred de Jong said Emblen’s understanding of the local landscape was one of the key reasons for his appointment. “Of all the candidates who applied for the role, Neil’s skill set and his experience were the best fit for the position,� de Jong says. “He has worked within our environments for a number of years in several different roles and he is also familiar with the playing group at this age level. His blend of knowledge and experience will make his transition into the coaching staff a smooth one, which is important given the [under-20] World Cup is only a few months away.�

Age group policy ON THE PITCH: Junior members of Howick Pakuranga Cricket Club had a once-in-a-lifetime experience last Saturday. The youngsters got to accompany the New Zealand and Australian cricket teams onto the field at Eden Park ahead of their epic world cup clash. Photo supplied / Warren Herbert, image2art.co.nz

the races. While Dalton’s ability to raise sponsorship is a strength, reports he earned about $2 million a year from the last campaign didn’t endear him to the public, especially when taxpayers contributed $36 million. Furthermore, while Auckland has been granted hosting rights for the challenger series, the ďŹ nal in Bermuda won’t hold much appeal for corporate sponsors who most certainly will be aware the infamous Bermuda Triangle is where ships and aircraft have mysteriously disappeared. So has Dalton’s credibility after Barker learned of his demotion as skipper from a Newstalk ZB report which Team NZ stated as “inaccurateâ€? because it intended to retain him as a performance manager and

in a coaching role. It could be the right decision given young Burling’s outstanding record in smaller boats. But it will be a shame, although understandable if Dalton remains aboard as CEO, if Barker doesn’t lend his experience to the cause. As a skipper he gave it his best shot and remains a popular humble man, well respected in the yachting world. However, unlike his predecessor Coutts, he’s not a winner. Hopefully Burling can be. Meanwhile, thanks to the heroic roles of Trent Boult, Daniel Vettori, Brendon McCullum and Kane Williamson the Black Caps onewicket cricket win over Australia at Eden Park was their ďŹ rst World Cup ODI triumph against them

since 1999. Bowler Boult’s swing earned him 5-27 after Vettori put the brakes on Australia’s early scoring and McCullum’s courageous 50 runs off 26 balls gave the visitors some of their own medicine and Williamson completed his unbeaten 45 with match-winning six. However, with Mitchell Starc magniďŹ cent in scything through NZ’s batsmen to capture six for 28 with his in-swingers, too many Black Caps showed their vulnerability to pace. Ross Taylor, Martin Guptill, Grant Elliott and Luke Ronchi can do better and will need to when it comes to the playoffs. In four matches, Taylor’s disappointing total of 29 doesn’t do justice to his talent.

PLAYERS representing New Zealand at agegroup level will no longer be required to pay a contribution towards their participation in national sides. In the past, the national body had asked for a contribution from players towards the costs of running the international programmes for the under-20 and under-17 teams. But New Zealand Football High Performance Director Fred de Jong says the organisation is now in a position to withdraw that policy. “Previously New Zealand Football has required a payment from those involved in our age-group sides to ensure the costs of providing the highest possible standard of programme could be met,� de Jong says. “With significant developments in our internal structures and resources in recent times, we’re now in a position to remove that requirement from the players involved in our age-group programme.� The New Zealand men’s under-17 side recently qualified for the FIFA under-17 World Cup in Chile in October while the men’s under-20 side will compete in the FIFA under20 World Cup at home in May.

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SPORTS BITES Auckland bowls champ NEIL Fisher is the Auckland men’s lawn bowls champion following an exciting and tense final last month. Fisher, from Howick Bowling Club, and St Heliers’ Barclay Lee fought out a nail biting finish on the greens at Carlton Cornwall. In the first-to-21 final, Lee went out to an 11-4 lead, before Fisher fought strongly to be 15-11 ahead. Barclay came storming back to even up the score at 15-15. With the wind getting up slightly and Lee not adjusting to the change quick enough, Fisher went on to win 21-18. Fisher had qualified for the knockout rounds with victories in all three matches in his section. In the post-section he beat some big names, including Nick Krajancic and NZ Open winner Rob Ashton.

Blues giveaways INTERNATIONAL rugby comes to Bell Park tomorrow night. The Blues development team are taking on the Argentina Pampas at the home ground of Pakuranga United in Lloyd Elsmore Park at 7pm. The Pampas are Argentina’s unofficial third national XV, made up of players based in Argentina. The Blues development squad features Pakuranga players Joe Edwards, Nick Smith and Fraser Armstrong. Entry is free, and there will be 2000 Blues flags and posters to be given away.

Cheng at NZ Open HOWICK’S Liv Cheng has finished in a tie for 22nd at the New Zealand Women’s Open. Cheng, 21, had solid rounds of 71, 68 and 74 on the par-72 Clearwater course in Christchurch to be three under par for the tournament that finished on Sunday. World number one Lydia Ko claimed her second NZ Open title by four shots at 14under with scores of 70, 61, and 71.

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“They were sore boys,� says Wharton. “We had a few little niggly injuries.� Howick started day two with an 8-30 defeat to Papakura, who had earlier beaten Northcote 18-12. This meant the winner of Howick and Northcote in the concluding match of championship

round would proceed to the final. The Hornets led 4-0 at halftime and ran out 12-4 winners. In the decider, Papakura, yet to be beaten in the tournament, started strongly with a try in the opening set, but were reduced to eight men by the sin-binning of captain and star player George

Edwards. Howick were unable to capitalise though, and went into halftime down 0-16. “Papakura had a lot of experienced players and some quicker guys - they had a lot of speed,� says Wharton. “We still had a chance of winning. If we could control the ball a bit better and defend well around the ruck, we’d be able to contain them.� Howick closed the gap early in the second half through a 30-metre try to young hooker Luke Armiger. Papakura then extended their lead, before Howick’s Jess Keven rounded out the scoring with a well-deserved try. Despite the 10-20 loss, Wharton was pleased with his team’s performances. “The outcome was good for us. The young players all learnt a lot and got a bit of experience out of the competition. “It was more just to get a bit of team bonding and take the boys away. They got a lot out of it. “The competition was run really well.� ARL sponsorship and events manager Troy Hardy says the tournament was played in great spirit, and expected it would grow significantly in coming years. “This is the start of something special and from the feedback received we believe the tournament can only grow from here.� For Howick, Andy Matano was named the best back, Luke Armiger the best forward, and Jess Keven the top rookie.

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