Howick and Pakuranga Times, January 23, 2020 by Times Media

2020 LOCAL HISTORIC AND SCENIC CALENDARS N O W 40 % O FF AWARD-WINNING VOICE OF THE COMMUNITY – NZCNA Thursday, January 23, 2020

Buying or Selling Houses?

Available from Times Media, 10 Central Tce, Howick

Est. 1972

General 09 271 8000  Classified 09 271 8055  Delivery Enquiries 09 271 8000  Website www.times.co.nz

Call Eric Koh AREINZ

M: 021 388 383

Direct Freephone: 09 929 4433 E: e.koh@barfoot.co.nz www.barfoot.co.nz 127913-V8

Vol 49, No 3

More million dollar state homes built

By NICK KRAUSE

Wishing you wealth and prosperity Opera enthusiast Yongjie Li dressed up in an elaborate traditional costume as the God of Wealth and Good Fortune for a Times Chinese New Year shoot. The God of Wealth brings luck and good fortune on Chinese New Times photo Wayne Martin Year on Saturday. More on page 5.

lmost $30 million of state houses were built in the Howick Local Board area in 2018/2019. Figures obtained by the Times from Kainga Ora – formerly Housing NZ – under the Official Information Act (OIA) show 38 units were built in 2018/2019 in the local board area which includes Pakuranga, Howick, Botany, Flat Bush and East Tamaki. In total these cost $29.49m. Kainga Ora said the spreadsheet “shows the new state houses in the …Howick Local Board area with the associated costs. Note this excludes buy-ins – houses that have been lived in previously.” The Crown agency would not reveal the addresses. “Details of the property addresses have been withheld under section 9(2)(a) of the OIA to protect the privacy of our tenants,” Kainga Ora said. The Times did ask the agency for figures in the Pohutukawa Coast area too and was provided with broader Franklin Local Board statistics entitled Pukekohe which the Times is excluding due to potential confusion. Kainga Ora does state though: “There are 1005 state house units in the Franklin and Howick Local Board areas with a combined book value of $579.5 million.” Meanwhile Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown said the purchase of million-dollar state houses last year is public money badly spent. Confirmation from the Minister for Housing that her department bought five properties in Howick last year for nearly $1m each should anger hard-working taxpayers, he said. “The Government bought five properties in Nelson Street last year at a cost of almost $1m each. Why

the Government is spending up large on premium homes for their state housing portfolio is beyond me, and Kiwis shouldn’t have their hard-earned tax dollars spent so carelessly.” Brown acknowledged that everyone needed a roof over their heads and that many would like to live in million-dollar homes, but he believed the Government should be spending the money more effectively. “This money could have been used to buy more houses at a cheaper price elsewhere or used to develop Housing New Zealand land into many more properties for those in need,” said Brown. “The Pakuranga electorate is home to countless New Zealanders who have worked incredibly hard to save enough money to buy homes in these suburbs. “There are hundreds of thousands of Kiwis working hard to scrape together enough money to buy their own home, with budgets much lower than these million dollar homes.” He said just like families saving for their first home, the Government should be prudent with its resources to get the best bang for the taxpayers buck. “This once again shows that this Government has no plan on Housing. The Government came to office with a plan to build 100,000 houses over 10 years and has failed to deliver on this promise and is instead resorting to buying up houses on the open market,” Brown said. “New Zealand needs real solutions to fix our housing problems, such as fixing the Resource Management Act and supporting first home buyers, ssues which National will not be afraid to tackle if we win Government later this year.”

BRUCE MCLAREN RETIREMENT VILLAGE

Serviced apartment available now! Priced from $450,000

For more information phone Rose on 535 0225 795 Chapel Road, Howick

KC14670

www.times.co.nz

2 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 Est. 1972

–

FREE thanks to our advertisers!

Ph 09 271 8000 NEWS ROOM Editor Nick Krause 09 271 8040 editor@times.co.nz ADVERTISING Display 09 271 8068 info@times.co.nz Classifieds 09 271 8055 classifieds@times.co.nz DISTRIBUTION info@times.co.nz facebook.com/ TimesOnlineNZ Published weekly on Thursday Printed by Beacon Print and delivered weekly to 34,060 homes. Published by Times Newspapers Ltd, PO Box 38232, Howick, Auckland 2145, New Zealand.

Read the news online

www.times.co.nz

Historical Village turns 40 T

he Howick Historical Village is turning 40. The Howick and Districts Historical Society will celebrate four decades since the opening of the Howick Historical Village in 1980 with a series of themed events and activities. Society president Marin Burgess says an afternoon tea for all members, supporters and volunteers who have helped out so generously over the past forty years is planned along with a massive ‘Live

Day’ on March 15 to which the public are invited. A photo montage of how the village buildings looked before, and as they arrived – as well as how many arrived in the dead of night escorted by keen volunteers to ensure no damage occurred - will be on show in the cottages. There are now more than 35 buildings in the village which remains true to the original plans drawn up by the society with assistance from Manukau City’s Mayor of the time, Sir Lloyd Elsmore.

What’s On Pakuranga Mahjong

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

NZ READERSHIP ACROSS A WEE

land-singles-social-club.org.nz.

Restarts on Wednesday, February 12, 9.30am. Howick RSA, 19 Wellington St, Howick at 9.30am. All welcome. For more details contact B.Jean Oldfield, phone: 533 4262. Email: George.oldfield@ xtra.co.nz

56%

Get on trend! Grow your customers, build your sales and profits with us. Phone 271 8068, email sales@times.co.nz

New Horizons Singles Social and Friendship Club for 50s up, seeking new members. We generate our own fun and entertainment. If you are looking for company to enjoy outings, dining out, walks, movies, summer BBQs etc ph Rachel 02267 68600 or www.auck-

Meditation

Beginners rock and roll dance lessons commencing Tuesday February 18 to Tuesday March 17 (5 nights) located in central Howick. Contact Linda 021 0266 8577 or lessons@ cityofsails.org.nz.

RSA women

Country Music

Howick RSA Women’s Section Social get together on Friday January 31, 10.30am at the clubrooms 25 Wellington St. Come along and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. For more info phone Margaret 027 5344157.

started in 1981 remains our most successful activity and hosts more than 80 schools annually. Burgess says the Howick Historical Village is now recognised as a respected living history museum in the tourism and education arenas of Auckland City. “This success is clearly a result of much hard work, support and encouragement from many people. We’ve had bureaucratic battles, adjusted visions, moved buildings,

fought for funds, and still present as an authentic environment showing not only the unique Fencible story but a much wider history of Auckland’s early development in an outstanding and appealing manner,” she says. “We have held our entrance fees to $16 for adults, $12 for seniors and $8 for children over 5. We open 7 days a week, 10am to last entrance at 4pm, and look forward to welcoming you for a return visit or for your first visit.”

A free community notice-board for non-profit groups. Send notices to whatson@times.co.nz or drop into our office at 10 Central Terrace, Howick, Auckland 2014. Notices must be received by the Friday before publication. There is no guarantee your notice will run. Keep them brief and copy the format below.

Sunday February 16, 1.45pm in Farm Cove, for Climate/ Planetary/Personal Healing. Phone Janine 0272867038 for details.Refreshments after. We welcome likeminded starseeds. Go to www. groupofforty.com for more information.

Rock & roll

Singles club DAILY NEWSPAPER

COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER

62%

The heritage gardens showcase plants and vegetables of the era and care has been taken with vistas to ensure no modern features intrude. “Many thousands of people, both local and tourists, have visited over the 40 years with a common theme being, ‘I came here as a pupil on a school visit,’” says Burgess. “We’d encourage all those now grown school visitors to return on March 15 to see how the village has grown. The education programme

Eastern District Country Music Club. Visitors welcome, come and be entertained with live music or come and sing or play an instrument. Wednesday January 30, 7.30pm & every second Wednesday. Buck-

lands Beach War Memorial Hall, Wharf Road, Bucklands Beach. Non members $5. For more info phone Bev 021 11 56 866.

Making pois

Poi-making Workshop at Howick Library, Tuesday February 4, 10.30am – 11.30am. Free. All welcome.

Pakuranga U3A meeting Our next meeting will be held on February 3 at 1:45pm in St Andrews Church (cnr Ridge Rd. & Vincent St.) This is our annual general meeting which will be followed with a talk by Alan La Roche on the

founding of Howick and the importance of Stockade Hill. All welcome.

Book launch

The third instalment, of The Adventures of Josephine Mary Cresswell, is on its way. You are invited to join popular local author, Marilyn J Bakker, at the launch of In Search of the Tarasque, 7pm8pm, Thursday January 30, Pakuranga Library, 7 Aylesbury Street. A reading, opportunity to purchase book/ signing, mix and mingle, refreshments. Ring or text Marilyn 021 707 066 or email marilynjbakker@gmail.com.

Source: Nielsen Survey 01-04-2014 15+. All people NZ 15+. Readership across a week comparison Community v Daily newspaper.

TIMESWORD PUZZLE NO. 7942

Looking For A New Dentist

17 19

22 23

Call us today!

We all know someone deserving in the community, someone who goes that extra mile, or devotes that extra hour or two of their time or is just there when you need support and encouragement.

Thanks to Avenrose Florist and Rices Mall, we’re going to send a bouquet to your community hero – once a month. If you know of someone who truly deserves a special little acknowledgement, email info@times.co.nz with who they are and why they should receive this beautiful bouquet using FLOWERS in the subject line. Please also include your contact number.

09 218 8988 ANNIVERSARY PROMOTION FOR NEW PATIENTS

$99

Checkup, X-rays and Cleaning (For a limited time only)

Dr Jim Han: Dental Surgeon, BDS, Otago Dr Ahmad Mustafa: Dental Surgeon, BDS, Otago

1. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 14. 18. 20. 23. 24. 25.

ACROSS Composer (7,6) Quiver (5) Material (7) Deadly (6) Pilfered (6) Flower (5) Peeved (5) Creep (6) Take (6) Study (7) Path (5) Eventually (6,2,5)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 13. 15. 16. 17. 19. 21. 22.

DOWN Sound (6) Map (5) Norm (7) Silly (4) Aside (5) Perplex (7) Soften (6) Singer (7) Performance (7) Emphasis (6) Furnaceman (6) Tree (5) Precise (5) Nought (4)

CRYPTIC ACROSS 1. Like unbelievably awful food? (4,2,7). 8. Criticise the Spanish jury (5). 9. Rejected disgustedly the beer dad brought in (4,3). 10. It’s linen and an odd pink: very odd (6). 11. Quote, taking a trice to traslate to English (6). 12. Saw the woman gave tips (5). 14. The coach you put on show (5). 18. Insists on getting from the right quarter (6). 20. Fix the salesman with a look (6). 23. Block up the windows, please (7). 24. Are to set off round about eleven (5). 25. A tape is not readily available in the shop (4,2,7). CRYPTIC DOWN 1. Feeling fairly confident the greedy person will grab the cask (6). 2. Make fast! (3,2). 3. The grass will be effective (7). 4. The frame, small, has to be altered (4). 5. Knowing fear for about half the year (5). 6. Appearing to be all right in the record it’s entered in (7). 7. A humorist? That woman? Dry up! (6). 13. Having rung up, the woman did come round (7). 15. Before the hat’s passed round for her (7). 16. It’s not often you find me sold out (6). 17. Seem hurt and worried by “7 Down” (6). 19. Mean to get drunk (5). 21. What one went and said to monsieur! (5). 22. Stop on the way back myself (4).

Answers under Public Notices in the Classifieds section.

HELPING YOU MAKE YOUR FINAL FAREWELL A SPECIAL ONE

Our range of services covers everything you need to make the process easy, from funeral planning to grief counselling. For a personal, professional service contact us today to discuss your options and find out what we can do to make a difficult time that much simpler. 35 Wellington St, Howick Phone 534 7300 www.howickfuneralhome.nz

New Zealand owned & operated since 1993 AVAILABLE 24 HOURS | 7 DAYS A WEEK | ALL DISTRICTS

JH12871-v2

JH15142-V2

Pakuranga Medical Centre 11 Cortina Pl, Pakuranga, 2010 Open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm Email: info@mydentist.co.nz Website: www.mydentist.co.nz

Comprehensive dental care provided by an experienced, professional and supportive team!

Creating healthy beautiful smiles

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 3

Old library not required by AT By JIM BIRCHALL

he future of the site occupied by the old Howick library is uncertain after Auckland Transport (AT) advised they have no plans for the land parcel at 16 Fencible Drive. The library has sat unoccupied since 2011.Over that period it was used as a makeshift storage area for local market stall holders and has recently been closed to former community group key holders the Howick Village Association. The building is structurally unsafe and has had past issues with asbestos. It is derelict inside and showing signs of significant water damage and the air is thick with a pungent odour. Subsequently, The property has not been available for leasing purposes. Auckland Council’s development

arm Panuku stated in August 2019 that the “Potential to explore (sic) idea of developing hybrid commercial/community space, including residential housing outcomes” and added “further engagement with the board is dependent on AT (Auckland Transport) confirming transport infrastructure requirements for the property’. Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown had pushed for resolution on the matter prior to Christmas. However, in a letter dated 6 January of this year from AT Chief executive Shane Ellison to Mr Brown, Ellison stated AT has now concluded they have no use for the building and/or surrounding area. “Panuku (previously Auckland Council Property Limited) have managed this property since the establishment of Auckland Council. The property has been part

The old Howick library.

of Auckland Council’s property ‘rationalisation’ process since 2011 the aim of which is to decide if council should retain the property, or if it is suitable for sale. Part of this process involves discussion and integration of planning with Council Controlled Organisations. Since 2011, Auckland

Responses to English petition By JIM BIRCHALL The Times has been overwhelmed by responses to Gayleen Mackareth’s petition to make English an official language of New Zealand (December 19). The tone of most emails received from east Auckland residents was one of general disbelief that English does not hold official status. Many people were of the opinion English should be belatedly recognised, whilst others felt such action would be waste of taxpayers’ money. Several views were expressed that could be considered xenophobic. One reader wrote in to say they were “astounded to learn that English is no longer classified as an official language in New Zealand. I recall the Labour Government of the day granting official status to Maori and to Sign languages, but to declassify English which has been the official language since independence is unacceptable”. Another believes the Treaty of Waitangi “allows English to live alongside Maori and to learn from each other. In my opinion that constitutes that Te Reo and English are official languages (legally)”. Some people were unhappy with the prominence of Te Reo in modern society. “I am actually quite annoyed at the way the Maori language

is displayed before the English language on most official and Health Dept. publications. Also some Govt departments are now only using Maori names. Before the Colonists there was no written Maori language. It is totally unnecessary and irritating for TV presenters to keep using Maori in their everyday broadcasts.” “It disturbs me that current political efforts wants’ everyone to speak Maori and allows the teaching of that language to use it surreptitiously without translation or explanation. I am aware that the Maori language is very important to the Maori people and if other races wish to learn it then that’s their ambition. But in a complex world of races and languages where would Maori stand?” Others suggested Te Reo is not useful in a society dominated by immigrants from Asia, while some believe it makes better sense to promote English to a trading giant

such as China. “I am not trying to be a racist but cannot believe that Maori language would be beneficial to New Zealand’s trading efforts for a population that is made up of many migrants, of which the Chinese-speaking immigrants are quickly growing in numbers. We see Chinese newspapers, Chinese retail outlets, Chinese labelling of retail and professional occupations and we do not see this coming from the Maori population. I see Chinese applying themselves to learning English, so it must become an Official language.” “When the PC brigade brought in Maori as an official language (which I believe was a stupid move and which causes no end of problems and misunderstandings), it never dawned on me, or probably anyone else, that English was not an official language” A local resident tempered that English borrowed heavily from other languages and sees no reason to alter the status quo. “To begin with we should recognise that modern English is itself a mish-mash of numerous older languages such as Old English, Norse, Old French and the like, which has then been added to constantly over several centuries. So the idea that we need to italicise these words in text to protect the purity of English is nonsense”.

FREE orthodontic consultation For New Patients We see adults and children of all ages. Early assessment at any age is recommended.

Photo supplied

Transport has considered three major projects that may require land in Howick: the Eastern New Network(a plan to expedite eastern travel times), AMETI Eastern Busway and the Airport to Botany project. With three large projects planned in Howick, all with potential to

Shelly Park wins big in Dollars for Schools The Good Home in Howick has given out thousands of dollars again to local schools. Good Home Proprietor Barry O’Shaughnessy has been running his Dollars for Schools competition since 2012 “with a couple of years break in the middle”. “It is very simple - I award points to each school whenever someone from a particular school dines at the Good Home between July and November,” he said. “The one with the most points gets $3000 cash.”

Schools in the Farm Cove cluster have joined forces to promote positive student wellbeing. Farm Cove Intermediate, Wakaaranga School, Sunnyhills Primary School. Elm Park Primary and Pakuranga College have joined together to promote positive wellbeing in their schools and in the Farm Cove/ Pakuranga community. On Tuesday January 29, Adrienne Buckingham, from the New

+ Walk ins | 7 days

739 Chapel Rd Botany Downs

family dentists

JH14660-V6

Mon-Fri 7am-8pm | Sat-Sun 8am-8pm Everyone welcome + ACC visits FREE Under 14 years FREE (for registered patients) Low fees and wait times Reduced fees for CSC holder On-site X-ray, Pharmacy, Physio

316 Ti Rakau Dr, Burswood. Ph: 09 273 8980. Email: info@tr.thedoctors.co.nz www.thedoctors.co.nz |

Call us now 272-8182

JH15618

Good Home Proprietor Barry O’Shaughnessy with students from Shelly Park School, the Dollars for Schools campaign winners. Photo supplied

To date he has donated at least $27,000. This year’s promotion saw him give away $4500 cash at the end of the year with 12 schools participating. The three winners were Howick Primary $500; Mellons Bay Primary $1000 and as Shelly Park School which received $3000.

Kicking for the Surface

Your local GP Medical and Urgent Care + + + + +

need land near Howick, Auckland Transport maintained its interest in 16 Fencible Drive. The most recent consideration was about whether bus network changes related to the Airport to Botany project will require supporting infrastructure that would need this land. At this time, the business case for the Airport to Botany project is near completion and although not finalised, Auckland Transport is able to confirm that the property is not required. This is the final project requiring consideration and Auckland Transport has advised Panuku that it does not have a transport requirement for this land.” So for the moment the building will remain, with the site ripe with development potential. ■■ What do you think should be done with the land? E-mail jim@ times.co.nz

Zealand Institute of Wellbeing and Resilience will host a one hour presentation “Kicking for the surface’ which will focus on what wellbeing is, why it is important and she will share practical, evidence based ways to support wellbeing. ■■ The event is being held in the Farm Cove Intermediate hall from 7pm-8pm. Tickets to the presentation are limited. Tickets $10 at Eventbrite.

OPEN 365 DAYS 8AM – 8PM

www.times.co.nz

4 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

WE’RE OPEN

Auckland Anniversary

- COME AND SEE US!

L O O P A 5 D AY SP

E I B E FRE

UP TO

ES I B E E R F F O $1,300 rc h a s e . spa pool pu d te c le e s w it h

SIMILAR ELSEWHERE $6,995

SIMILAR ELSEWHERE $9,995

4,995

SAVE UP TO $2,000

SIMILAR ELSEWHERE $12,995

7,995

SAVE UP TO $2,000

+ FREEBIES WORTH $499

9,995

SAVE UP TO $3,000

+ FREEBIES WORTH $1,300

25 Jets

Fuji

STARTS TOMORROW

+ FREEBIES WORTH $1,300

35 Jets

Montana

200 x 150 x 76cm

54 Jets

Sierra

200 x 200 x 86cm

212 x 212 x 88cm

+ MANY MORE DEALS!

12 MONTHS

Interest Free

Terms, conditions, rates & fees apply. See our website for further details.

9 S y l vi a P a rk Road

0800 99 33 88

w w w . a lpin e spa s. co . n z KC14674

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 5

Metlifecare receives consent for golf course village Earthworks are underway for ‘Fairway Gardens’, Metlifecare’s newest retirement village development in Botany Downs. The resource consent covers all stages of the $180 million development, with the first 48 premium apartments expected to be completed mid-2021. Metlifecare CEO Glen Sowry says he is excited by the opportunity to build New Zealand’s first retirement village to be located on a golf course. “It’s a great milestone to break ground on what we believe will be a village unlike any other with unobstructed access to an outstanding golf course and real community integration that promotes wellness and social interaction,” he said. The site on Pakuranga Golf Course on the corner of Botany and Cascades Roads will deliver more than 200 independent and serviced apartments and 40 care beds on completion with no hard boundaries separating the village green from the 18-hole golf course. Careful design and planning ensures sweeping views over the greens and down the fairways, he said. The announcement of the name, Fairway Gardens, follows a well-attended community information event held at the golf course in mid-2019. Metlifecare shared the masterplan and architectural concept design followed by a feedback session on name, design and layout. “The village holds clear appeal for golf lovers – many of Pakuranga Golf Club’s members have already registered interest. The design includes amenities including outdoor covered lounge, bar and café, wellbeing space, beauty salon, swimming pool, gym, spa, in a sought-after location,” said Sowry.

Welcoming the God of Wealth on New Year By FARIDA MASTER

t this time of the year, educator and community worker Rosa Chow gets busy making around 250 auspicious red packets for the staff at Macleans College. On the board of trustees, Rosa initiated the idea of getting Asian parents to make and present teachers/staff of Macleans College with little red packets that bring good luck and prosperity during Chinese New Year. In Chinese culture, the tradition of gifting little red envelopes with money in it is a welcome ritual during Chinese New Year, weddings and family celebrations. Traditionally it is gifted by elders in the family to the young ones. “Instead of the customary money we pack just a chocolate coin for the staff in the red envelopes that are considered lucky,” says Rosa, who was born in Hong Kong and has lived in New Zealand for more than 23 years. “The Chinese love money so everything to do with New Year is connected to good fortune, prosperity and wealth,” she laughs. The envelopes are usually red or gold with a Chinese character that represents good

HOSPICE SHOP CRAWL Saturday 14 March, 2020 th

9.30am - 4.30pm

Tickets $65pp TICKET INCLUDES: • Coach transport • Your morning coffee • Delicious High Tea lunch at Fisher House • Wine and nibbles to complete your shopping experience Enjoy a day out beginning at Totara Hospice and travel to four Hospice Shops and grab yourself some amazing bargains!

BUY TICKETS NOW AT www.hospice.co.nz/store Any enquiries please contact Hannah

09 640 0289

JH15706

KC14676

The Li family (l-r) Eden Li, Jingjing Gong, Yongjie Li (representing the God of Wealth) and Hannah Li specially dressed up in traditional garments for the Times Chinese New Year shoot. Photo Wayne Martin

Rosa Chow says that the tradition of gifting little red envelopes with money in it is a welcome ritual during Chinese New Year. Photo supplied

munity empowerment-arts, community and events) with Auckland Council, Yongjie who is a collector of vintage Chinese opera artefacts, music, costumes and antique ornaments, says the family will worship the God of Wealth and Good Fortune Gong Ming Zhou – a mythological figure worshipped in the Chinese folk religion and Taoism on New Year’s Eve. “We also pray to our ancestors, including those from different dynasties,” he says. Yongjie is a Chinese opera amateur and has performed opera for the last 30 years. He says that it was the grandeur of elaborately embroi-

dered silken robes of the opera singers that dazzled him as a five-year-old. “I lived in the countryside in North East China and in those days we got to wear new clothes only during New Year. The rest of the year we wore old clothes with patches on it. For me, the costumes represented wealth, aristocracy and the vivid historic stories they enacted on stage were captivating, transporting me to another world.” He bemoans the fact that New Year which was once a very solemn and special occasion where women spent days in the kitchen cooking up a feast, has all changed.

luck. Local resident Yongjie Li, a Chinophile says that at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve on January 24, his young family will be partaking in a meal of dumplings that are shaped like gold ingots, symbolising wealth. “There will be other traditional food too... we make around a hundred dumplings with sticky rice pastry, sugar and hide a coin in some of the dumplings. The person who finds a coin is said to be lucky. Also, sugar represents sweetness—sweet tidings and reminds one to speak well of others.” A specialist advisor, (com-

6 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

Employment agreements

www.times.co.nz

SOLUTIONS, with the CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU

any people enter the workforce in the New Year. A few actions and precautions can assist to make this sometimes new experience an enjoyable one. Employers are obliged to make sure that all employees have employment agreements (sometimes referred to as ‘contracts’). If they fail to do so, they can be fined $1000. There is plenty of help for employers (or employees if they want or need to create the document for discussion themselves) to put in place appropriate agreements with their staff. Refer to government website https://eab.business.govt.nz/ employmentagreementbuilder/ startscreen/ Some folk may feel that they do not need a contract because they know, or are friends with, the employer, but this charitable thinking goes straight out the window if employment troubles arise. There are a number of rights that New Zealand law requires in every agreement. Refer to website https://www.employment. govt.nz/starting-employment/ rights-and-responsibilities/minimum-rights-of-employees/ These minimums include annual leave, public holidays,

Have you made a will? If you have, is it up to date? Have you made enduring powers of attorney? If the answer to any of these questions is ‘no’, contact us at Galbraiths Galbraiths offer a full range of legal services to clients, including buying and selling properties, commercial and civil litigation, court work, sale and purchase of businesses, franchising, family and employment law, wills and estate planning and advice regarding setting up and administering of family trusts.

Conveniently located with ample free client parking right outside the door.

Units 1-3 Fencible Chambers Cnr Fencible Dr & Moore St, Howick Village JH14991-V2

Phone 535 4190 www.galbraiths.co.nz

sick leave, bereavement leave, parental leave and rest and meal breaks, plus wages and pay. The optional details should be documented, to avoid confusion and dispute later. These can include things like greater allowances various types of leave, wages higher than the minimum, better overtime rates. There are rules around “90 day trial period” as they must be identified in the employment agreement and signed by both employer and employee. The new employee trial period only applies to businesses with fewer than twenty employees. Refer to website https://www. employment.govt.nz/startingemployment/trial-and-probationary-periods/trial-periods/ Now, all of this “formal” stuff may seem intimidating to employees and employers, and perhaps easier to ignore. There are some considerations

This calendar was produced

HISTORIC AND SCENIC CALENDARS – BUY NOW! New Zealand Howick, Auckland 2145, Aucland. PO Box 38232 co.nz Website: www.timeshouse. 10 Central Terrace, Howick, for supporting this project. Email: info@times.co.nz. to the local community Telephone: +64 9 271 8000. ty fundraiser. Many thanks by Times Media as a communi

m fro ar $10 alend a h c s to y eac goe unit m sold com p u al loc gro

This calendar was produced by Times

New Zealand PO Box 38232 Howick, Auckland 2145, 10 Central Terrace, Howick, Aucland. use.co.nz info@times.co.nz. Website: www.timesho for supporting this project. Telephone: +64 9 271 8000. Email: Many thanks to the local community Media as a community fundraiser.

Download the FREE East Auckland App! Simply search ‘East Auckland’ in your app store

here. Would you want to work for an employer who breaks the law? What will happen if there is an employment issue later on? Would a responsible employer want to ensure workers (especially those new to the workforce) are treated right? An employment agreement can be seen rather like insurance – you may not think you need it, until you really do need it! Try looking at https://www. cab.org.nz/ for any inquiry, not just employment. ■■ This Solutions Column has been compiled by Graeme and is a regular editorial from the Pakuranga Citizens Advice Bureau. Visit us at the Library Building, Pakuranga, Phone 576 8331 and at Botany Citizens Advice Bureau, rear Food Court Entrance, Botany Town Centre, Phone 271 5382 or 0800 267 222 for free, confidential and informative help.

Where shall we dine out? Check out the East Auckland App

m fro ar $10 alend a to hc eac goes unity sold comm al roup BER loc SEPTEM g

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

OCTOBER

JUNE

JULY

MARCH

JULY

AUGUST

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

JUNE

FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

2002020 2

Calendar Howick Ward Community

JANUARY

DECEMBER

MAY

NOVEMBER

Howick Ward Community Calendar

20220200

Crawford’s bus in Picton Street (cira 1915). The Marine Hotel is opposite the Howick Town Hall.

The 2020 Howick Community Calendars are a pictorial showcase of the local district – both past and recent.

Available from Times Media, 10 Central Tce, Howick Poppies Books, 83 Picton St, Howick

beds BEDPOST BOTANY AT THE HUB Shop B, The Hub, 451 Ti Rakau Dr, (Cnr Ti Rakau Dr & Te Koha Rd), Botany Downs Ph: 273 8088. Open Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm/Sun 10am-5pm

WE ACCEPT THESE CARDS

12 Months Interest Free Available†

†On in-store purchases $200 and over. Lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply. *T&C’s Queen size | Discount applies to RRP KC14683

F F O % 0 4 W O N

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 7

Shop

Find it all in

HOWICK

VILLAGE

Experience shopping, arts and entertainment in quaint surroundings

■■ www.howickvillage.co.nz

Love where you

live

www.facebook.com/howickvillageshopping

Door Art Exhibition & Summer Jazz Festival

Big sales on in Howick Village At Mardell there’s up to 50 per cent off. At David Fels Jeweller, Alex and Ani jewellery is being offered at two for $20 and Nikki Lissoni is half price. Jacqui-E has a whopping 30 per cent off for the whole store and up to 50 per cent off for some selected items. Caroline Eve has a half price or less sale. Ferrachi is selling selected items at up to 30 per cent off.

9.00am-3.00pm Fencible Park, Picton Street, Howick

At Shoes on Picton they have a massive saving on most summer footwear while Stomps is also on sale. Poppies has 40 per cent off 2020 calandars. Howick Village Optometrists is offering 20 per cent off all frames until the end of the month. Once you have got your great purchases, time to have a bit of R&R and great food in Howick’s numerous bars and eateries.

JH15703

Howick is on sale! Come on down and check us out. Bell Boutique has a great fashion selection. Still available are labels such as Trelise, Sabatini, NYNE and Obi to name but a few. Angela at Honeybun Jewellers has a range of selected watches with up to 50 per cent off! Merrell has 20 per cent off kids’ footwear and bags.

Saturday, 1st February, 2020

25 WELLINGTON ST, HOWICK. PH 534 9702.

All the fun of the fair ALL YOUR FAVOURITE 80’s MUSIC

February 15, 2020 — 7.30pm $20pp ticket only — purchase at the bar prior to show date Stockades Restaurant opens 5.30pm Have you booked your table?

Lawyers in the heart of Howick

0800 fencible

BARREL INN TRIPLE TREAT MAIN, DESSERT, BEER/HOUSE WINE

SBAHowick provide an easy and affordable way to get your accounting and tax done for you.

Includes choice of roast dish, chicken dish or fish dish

What we offer: • Monthly & annual accounting • GST, payroll & tax returns • Rental properties & company formations • Business advice & peace of mind

ONLY

28 /

3 OFF THE NORMAL PRICE

JH14994

JH14079

WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY NIGHT Quiz Nights – IS STEAK NIGHT! Scotch with a $ starts 8pm Angus free beer/house wine

SBA Howick | Unit E, 15 Cook St, Howick Ph 09 537 0605 | sba.co.nz | howick@sba.co.nz

Unit 1, 15 Cook St, Howick. Ph 535 5540.

STOCKADES RESTAURANT IS NOW OPEN ON A TUESDAY FOR LUNCH 11:30AM AND DINNER 5:30PM

www.howickrsa.co.nz

Have it checked out at Focus Hearing and get to trial hearing aids for free! JH13288-V2

MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

STEVE LOCKWOOD AND MARK HILL AT THE HOWICK RSA FROM 3PM-6PM

Not hearing so well?

Ph 533 3539 www.fenciblelaw.co.nz

Affordable Accounting, No Hidden Costs

WAITANGI DAY WITH

JH15394-V5

On February 8 and 9, there will be numerous dealers from as far away Ruakaka (in Northland) and the Waikato as well as from Auckland selling their antiques in Howick. The dealers will be selling a range of china, linen, glassware, jewellery, small furnishings, tools and other vintage and retro items. Entry is by gold coin donation and this money will go to Alzheimers NZ. There are many antique fairs around the country which raise funds for many organisations in this way. There will be something for everyone. It will be held at the Howick Fencible Lounge, 25 Uxbridge Road, Howick from 10am to 4pm on both days. For more information, contact Diane 021 609 399.

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

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

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

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

For all local news visit times.co.nz

JH13171-V2

8 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

Feedback

www.times.co.nz Your opinion matters to us. Email us at editor@times.co.nz; comment on our Facebook page, facebook.com/ timesonlinenz; or write to us at The Editor, Times Newspapers, PO Box 38232, Howick, Auckland 2145; fax (09) 271-8070.

We need more forests

Presumably pre-schoolers are taught to clean up their own mess so when you read that industrial nations are pumping a record 43.1 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide into the earth’s atmosphere this year, somewhere between becoming a world leader and politician, the pre-school message has been lost. Similarly one is taught in secondary school biology the importance of the balance of nature, a message reiterated many times over in David Attenborough’s wonderful Planet Earth series. Unless politicians revisit these vital lessons taught in schools and clean up the mess they have allowed to fester (which amounts to restoring balance of carbon in nature) climate Armageddon is an absolute certainty. The solution is as plain as the nose on your face. It has been spelled out by scientists. If all nations in cooperation plant or replant forests amounting to the size of Canada in addition to the present ones worldwide to take that carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere, the balance of nature will be restored and an accelerating climate will resume some semblance of normality. As long as we rely on politicians, it’s not going to happen so it will take a major climate catastrophe for the peoples of the earth with a united voice to action the planting of such a forest and the other immediate action we can take and as is highly recommended by scientists to stem global warming is to paint our roofs white to reflect the sun’s heat away and could also serve as a tangible protest by today’s youth sending the message to world leaders to clean up their mess.

Gary Hollis Mellons Bay

Bring our troops home

I do believe it’s time to withdraw our NZ troops from the Middle East, not just Iraq. It’s a worthless cause to massage the ego of the US, not a war that we should put our men’s lives on the line for! However, if NZ’s leaders are reluctant to withdraw our troops from the Middle East, then those leaders should go as replacements for all those NZ soldiers who have family here at home and would like to opt out of this insane predicament that the USA have put the

A reader writes: “My overall belief is that these cartridges are being used by young people as they hang out on Saturday nights in parks and on beaches because I never see them on the urban streets during the week when I walk around the area.” Photo The Conversation

It’s no laughing matter Over the last year or so, out on my runs, I have found the odd pile of two or three cartridges and wondered what they are being used for. Being a cynical older person I assumed it wasn’t for anything good. But I didn’t do anything about it until I found about 25 of them spread over a small area in the car park above Mellons Bay early morning on Sunday, January 5. I collected them all in a large Macdonald’s slushy container and tossed them into the bin. The next day I ‘phoned my doctor’s surgery and asked the nurse about them. She informed me that young people are sniffing/ huffing them because they are filled with nitrous oxide world into. Certainly lives are cheap for the sacrifice as long as it’s not yours and I bet all political leaders are of that mindset! I also believe that it’s time for NZ to pull out from the membership of the UN as it’s just the puppet for the whims and fancies of the Western World, especially the USA. It is a known fact that the USA has dropped thousands of bombs on any part of the world that it wants to control, yet the UN has been quiet about all the political meddling and interference, not peaceable mediation, those countries – Vietnam being one of them – have faced from the USA. Please bring our men home before it gets any worse and unnecessary lives are sacrificed.

Margaret Scott Pakuranga

FIREWOOD

Vicky Williamson Bucklands Beach

Carpark accident

Recently I experienced a fall at the New World supermarket car park in Howick. I tripped over a judder bar, falling full force onto my face and sustaining injuries to the left side of my face, my knee and my shoulder and also breaking my glasses. A number of people came to my assistance including two New World employees. In particular I would like to give thanks to the ladies that were with me the entire time and also a special thank you to Barney who drove me home and to Carly who returned my car to my home address. Thank you all for your compassion and practical assistance. We are fortunate to have such helpful and caring people residing in our community.

Anna Mae Langstone

Meet me on the EASTSIDE!

JANUARY SALE ONLY

UNBEATABLE VALUE!

Your space for shopping, restaurants, events, local news & businesses!

4M DELIVERED

$120 Conditions: Minimum four metres. Delivery within 10km of 11 Trugood Dr, East Tamaki.

Download the FREE East Auckland App! Simply search ‘East Auckland’ in your app store

Ph 09 274 5978

Ph (09) 271 8068 CP3233

KC14668

– laughing gas. My overall belief is that these cartridges are being used by young people as they hang out on Saturday nights in parks and on beaches because I never see them on the urban streets during the week when I walk around the area. I’m sure the young would not be investing in them unless they are getting some kind of ‘high’ from them somehow. I’ve always found them in parks and on beaches which is where the young hang out to socialise and plot! I had planned to ask the police about it but it slipped my mind as I got busy with other things.

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 9

Summer fun

Times photos by Wayne Martin

Good morning sunshine Don’t worry, beach happy. Photographer Wayne Martin captured some summer lovin’ on camera from kite-surfing high-flyers and those who didn’t want to be tide down to girls who just wanna have sun!

Proudly caring for East Auckland families -

For more than 80 years Where to find us 2A Udys Road Pakuranga 09 576 7108 davisfunerals.co.nz JH15751

PAKURANGA ADVERT.indd 1

19/09/2019 9:38:31 AM

www.times.co.nz

10 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

#1 BIGGEST SHOP #1 BIGGEST RANGE #1 BIGGEST SAVING #1 BIGGEST SHOP #1 BIGGEST RANGE #1 BIGGEST SAVING THEY SQUEEZE THE MIDDLE CLASS WE SQUEEZE THE FURNITURE PRICE

NO WAR NO NUCLEAR LOVE IFURNITURE KC14686

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 11

Huge effort to get rid of rats, possums, stoats and weasels I

Honouring and Celebrating Life Howick, Cnr Picton & Walter MacDonald Sts | Ph 533 7493 Manurewa, 88 Great South Rd | Ph 267 2530

www.resthavenfunerals.co.nz JH10924-V7

Bucklands Beach trap handout area.

throughout the entire Bucklands Beach Peninsula. The project has allowed for all Bucklands Beach Primary School children to also receive a free rat trap (if they and their families wish to sign up to the project) to get them started with backyard trapping. Every household will soon receive more information on how they can collect free predator traps and become involved in this crucial effort to make Bucklands Beach Peninsula pest free and help to protect our environ-

Pakuranga needs transport certainty Happy New Year – I trust that you had a wonderful break and came back refreshed for 2020 and were able to enjoy some precious time with your family and friends. 2020 is shaping up to be a busy and exciting year. Not only is it an election year, but there are a number of significant issues which need addressing in Pakuranga and which I am looking forward to advocating for on your behalf. Transport will remain at the top of my list. Just this week I met with Mayor Phil Goff to discuss the AMETI/ Eastern Busway project which is currently under construction between Panmure in Pakuranga. The purpose of the

JH10924

t’s a mammoth project that needs huge effort but looks like many service organisations and groups, including schools, have joined hands with the Local Board to help make Howick pest free. Pest Free Howick Ward is a Local Board-funded project that aims to free the entire Howick Ward (Pakuranga, Howick, Botany, Flat Bush and East Tamaki) from pests. Rotary Service Clubs, Lions and the Friends of Mangemangeroa have pitched in to achieve this goal. Bucklands Beach Peninsula’s unique positioning is similar to an island with water boundaries on three sides which makes it easier to create a predator trap boundary to stop pests getting through. Pest Free Howick Ward has been working closely with local communities to provide free rat traps and trapping advice to enthusiastic residents. A number of residents have already taken advantage of this offer and are actively involved in backyard trapping. To be even more effective, approximately one in every five households must be involved. A comprehensive trapping programme is being carried out at Musick Point by Ngai Tai ki Tamaki and the next phase is to extend the trapping network

ment. Trap Library East Auckland is supplying possum and mustelid traps for the project. For further information contact pestfreehowick@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or phone 021 560 417.

Kitchen, Benchtop, Laundry, Vanity, Wardrobe manufacturer

Trap hand out days are over the month of February 2020 ■■ BB Primary – every Wednesday 2.30pm to 4pm ■■ BB Bowling Club – Saturday 15 & 28, 10am to 2pm

6 Ron Driver Place, East Tamaki. Auckland. Mon-Fri 8.30am-5.30pm, Sat 10.30am-3.30pm Email: tangming@tangming.co.nz Ph 09 272 8252 | 09 272 8821 | 09 272 8822 www.tangming.co.nz CP3145

MP for Pakuranga

Simeon Brown

meeting was to raise concerns about the timing of the project which east Auckland has been waiting for since 2006 when the project was first mooted the completion date still being 2025. Last year Auckland Transport said there would be another delay in the planning for the Busway between Pakuranga and Panmure and a delay in construction of the Reeves Road Flyover. My message to the Mayor was that the community needs certainty and wants to see action. 1. There is concern over Auckland Transports ability to deliver projects to announced time frames.

Alleged car thief nabbed in Howick Counties Manukau Police on night shift caught an offender who was breaking into a car in Howick on Monday. “Our officers who were on a patrol when they saw a man in the process of breaking into a car,” a spokesperson said. “They swiftly arrested the man and took him into custody. The man allegedly had a number of instruments and tools on him used to break into vehicles.” A 26-year-old faces multiple charges including attempted unlawful taking, theft ex-car and possession of instruments for conversion and was due to appear in the Manukau District Court this week.

20 YEARS

Photo supplied

Stock photo

2. The delay in construction of the Reeves Road Flyover could mean additional construction impacts on traffic as this will now likely be built at the same time as the Busway between Pakuranga and Botany. All through a busy transport corridor. 3. Landowners in Pakuranga affected by the Busway and Flyover need certainty so they can make development plans. With a delay of another 18 months for Auckland Transport to finally decide where the new busway and Reeves Road Flyover will go, this impacts on any plans these landowners may have and their ability to make final decisions. I also made it clear that the community expects better communication from Auckland Transport about this project going forward. Whilst the Mayor doesn’t have operational decision making over Auckland Transport, I hope my advocacy to him will ensure more accountability of the decisions Auckland Transport make in east Auckland and better engagement for our community in these decisions. As 2020 begins I will continue to advocate for better transport and more transport choice in Pakuranga and for certainty for the remaining stages of the Eastern Busway and Reeves Road Flyover. Simeon Brown MP for Pakuranga

INDEPENDENT VILLAS 1 brm & 2 brm available now Bright & sunny! Call Rod to view

LICENCES SELLING NOW Your life, your lifestyle

YOUR CHOICE

Relax and enjoy life and let us look after you!

Fortunes Road, Pakuranga • Ph 09 576 5990 www.realliving.co.nz KC13709-V2

www.times.co.nz

12 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

Auckland Anniversary Weekend What’s on this Auckland Anniversary weekend? A

nniversary Weekend is upon us and, this far north, usually means good settled weather for the three-day break. Here’s a list of what’s going on over the weekend. ■■ Auckland Live Summer In the Square: 21 Jan - 09 Feb Eclectic music, outdoor movies and more this summer. ■■ Auckland Tuatara Baseball Series: 23 Jan - 26 Jan Auckland Tuatara play five fourgame series as they compete in the Australian Baseball League. ■■ Movies in Parks 2020: 24 Jan - 18 Apr Auckland Council is bringing 26 free movie screenings in local parks. ■■ Auckland International Buskers Festival: 24 Jan - 27 Jan A line-up of international and local performers will hit the streets over Auckland Anniversary Weekend. ■■ Rodders Beach Festival: 24 Jan - 26 Jan A family-friendly event filled with hot rods, stalls, entertainment, and more. ■■ Blackcaps v India T20: 24 Jan - 26 Jan Watch the Blackcaps take on In-

dia in two T20s at Eden Park over Auckland Anniversary Weekend. ■■ Silo Cinema: 2040: 24 Jan Come along to Silo Park for delicious food, drinks and a fantastic movie to watch. ■■ Pop-up Pump Track on Eastern Viaduct: 24 Jan - 31 Mar Bring your bikes, scooters, skateboards (and helmets!) and head down to Wynyard Quarter to have some fun. ■■ Summer at Silo Park: 24 Jan - 28 Mar Head down to the waterfront for another great summer of events. ■■ SeePort Festival: 25 Jan - 27 Jan Come behind the red fence to enjoy a family day of boat sailings, helicopter rides, food and more. ■■ Music in Parks 2020: 25 Jan - 11 Apr From opera to jazz to rock, almost every genre is represented at 25 free events across the region. ■■ Brazilian Day Festival: 25 Jan Experience Brazilian music, dancing, food, a carnival parade and more. ■■ Clevedon Art Trail 2020: 25 Jan - 27 Jan Demonstrations, exhibitions and

free interactive workshops and activities. ■■ Out & About – Wet ‘n Wild Slides: 25 Jan - 16 Feb Slap on your sunscreen and bring your togs for a fun day with two big waterslides. ■■ Blue Light Kids Gone Fishin’: 25 Jan - 26 Jan A free fishing event run by New Zealand Blue Light and with support from AA Insurance and Panuku Development Auckland. ■■ White Ferns v South Africa: 25 Jan - 27 Jan Be part of the excitement as the White Ferns take on South Africa in two ODIs at Eden Park. ■■ Photo Laundry: 25 Jan Come display your work and feel free to take a print or two that takes your fancy. ■■ Kahuna Nui Pool Party: 25 Jan Splash into summer 2020 with the return of the Kahuna Nui Pool Party in Otara this January. ■■ Lunar New Year Gala: 25 Jan Celebrate the first day of the year of the Rat at Central City Library. ■■ Silverdale Artisan Market: 25 Jan This year-round market features,

artisan products, fresh produce and crafts. ■■ SeePort Sunset Symphony & Fireworks: 26 Jan Ports of Auckland invites you behind the red fence to enjoy a magical evening of music and fireworks. ■■ Ice Cream Sundae: 26 Jan Celebrate Auckland Anniversary at Silo Park with the third annual Ice Cream Sundae market. ■■ Krishna Holi – Festival of Colours: 26 Jan A family-friendly festival featuring music, dance, food stalls, yoga and more. ■■ Magic Wand Workshop: 26 Jan Design and create your own beautiful magic wand to take home. ■■ Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2020: 27 Jan Celebrate the birthday of the City of Sails with watercraft of all shapes and sizes. ■■ Mission Bay Art & Craft Market – Auckland Anniversary Day: 27 Jan Come along to one of Auckland’s largest art and craft markets. Create your own endless summer with an Auckland holiday. The return to work can be seen as

Top, Auckland Council is bringing 26 free movie screenings to local parks; above, the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is on Monday. Photo supplied/Peter Le Scelle

the end to the summer holiday but it doesn’t need to be. Celebrate the city’s heritage for Auckland’s birthday. To celebrate Auckland’s anniversary, Auckland Libraries has wrapped the city’s heritage in an easy-to-explore package with Kura Heritage Collections Online. ■■ For full details, visit https:// ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt. nz/tags/?id=5749&s=0&p=0

D N E K E E W Y R A S R E IV ANN

! Sale SHELTA HARBORD

All Roses

Umbrella NOW $149

2.2M SQUARE

OFF

WAS $269

Great deals on outdoor furniture LIMITED STOCK NO ORDERS

PALMERS.CO.NZ GET A $10 REWARD WITH EVERY $100 SPEND

JH15735

SAVE $120

All other outdoor umbrellas discounted

Garden X Compost 4 FOR $20 $7.99 EACH

SAVE $11.96

Great deals on Everdure BBQs

Corner Pakuranga & Pigeon Mountain Roads, Pakuranga. Ph 534 6847. Open 7 days 8.30 - 5.30pm. Offers valid from 8am Friday to close of business Monday, while stocks last.

LIMITED STOCK NO ORDERS

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 13

LONG WEEKEND

Serenity S The perfect balance of comfort and support for a truly serene sleep.

Now from

1,799

Queen Size Mattress & Base

LOW PARTNER DISTURBANCE

INDEPENDENT SUPPORT

BREATHABILITY

Sanctuary Range

Serenity Z Now from

2,099

Now from

Queen Size Mattress & Base

3,199

Plus 500 days interest free

Queen Size Mattress & Base

After Dark Range Now

6,239

Queen Size Mattress & Base

on in store purchases $999 & over ‘til 04/02/2020 Newmarket 23 Crowhurst St Glen Innes 141 Apirana Ave NZ’s Largest Range

Proudly Locally Owned & Operated

Comfort Guarantee

Worry Free Warranty

Interest Free Everyday

Botany Town Centre

st apply to selected beds only. Bedding clearance applies to featured bedding, prices as marked. Excludes Everyday Dream prices, clearance stock and not to be used in rices as marked. See in store for details. We reserve the right to correct errors or misprints. 30 day Comfort Guarantee Ts and Cs apply. *500 days Interest Free is available on in-store Q Card and Q Mastercard® conjunction wit Flexi Payment Plans & Purchases $99 rices, clearance, layby and not to be used in conjunction wit nnual Account Fee, New Cardholder fee - $55 Establishment or Existing Cardholder fee - $35 Advance Fee applicable, terms and conditions apply. Minimum payments of 3% of the monthly closing balance or $10 (whichever is greater) are required throughout interest free period. Paying only the minimum monthly payments will not fully repay the loan before the end of the interest free period. Standard Interest Rate, currently 25.99% p.a., applies to any outstanding balance at end of Interest Free period. Rate and fees correct as at date of publication, subject to change. Mastercard is a registered trademark and the circles design is a trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. See in-store for full details. KC14643

CLASSIFIEDS

14 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

www.times.co.nz

CHILDCARE

Small − Caring − Educational 15 children − 1:5 ratio 8.45 - 3.15 20 ECE hours available

8’s Enuff

Education

2-5 year olds Sessions 3hours − full days

FOR ALL AGES TERM 1, 2020

Farm Cove Pakuranga

ADVERTORIAL MP273102A

MP271942

Call now – Sherilyn on 576 4447 or 027 273 9169 | badenuff@xtra.co.nz

DY270680

Let us support you to develop your child through their natural interests For results-driven tutoring in ForLang/ results-driven tutoring in CIE Lang/ English. Lit, IB, CIE Lit, IB, NCEA and Intermediate NCEA and English. Call 2711051 CallIntermediate 2711051 or 021 144 3584 Visit ClassesininFlat FlatBush. Bush. VisitMasterEnglish.co.nz MasterEnglish.co.nz–Classes Taught by by current Taught current Grammar GrammarSchool Schoolteacher. teacher.

HOWICK & ST HELIERS ACADEMY OF JUDO TEACHING DISCIPLINE, CONTROL AND CONFIDENCE THROUGH JUDO Come join this fun, high quality campus: COOKERY EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTHCARE HOSPITALITY LOGISTICS & TRANSPORT PRE-POLICE & DEFENCE FORCE SECURITY SKILLS FOR WORK

Contact Lester Harris

021 583 654

Email: office@howickjudo.com www.howickjudo.com

Call in for a FREE coffee

Check us out! 0800 200 345 ignitecolleges.ac.nz

Or Visit: 98 Kerrs Road, Manukau

MP267650

DY273063

FRE SESSIOE FOR 3-6 NS YEAR O

Own boat tuition given by Coastguard How does someone keen to get afloat but lacking boating experience gain the practical boating skills required to be both competent and confident? It’s common knowledge that to be a responsible boatie you need knowledge best gained from attending a course such as the Day Skipper. What’s not so commonly known is Coastguard can also assist with practical training on your own boat to compliment this. Coastguard instructors are boaties themselves. Own Boat Tuition is delivered in your familiar environment aboard your own vessel. Your session(s) will be totally customised to your specific areas of interest such as manoeuvring, anchoring, berthing, launching, retrieving, safety drills or rough water handling. Own Boat Tuition is a fantastic and effective option as it’s on your vessel and at your regular marina berth or boat ramp. Therefore the content is 100% relevant to you and those that crew and enjoy the

boat with you. • Our friendly yet professional instructors not only know the subject, they also know how to teach it. • The course is delivered at a time that suits you. • You and your crew (recommended maximum of 3 + instructor on board) can learn the exact same thing at the same time. • You can receive guidance and assistance with vessel setup and safety equipment.

LDS

• Fun, nurturing, Montessori inspired learning environment • NZ qualified and experienced Teachers • Open Hours: Full year, Monday to Friday 7.30am-5.30pm • Specially designed programme to cater for varied learning needs • Full time (2 & over) and sessions (2-3yrs old only) for 2-6yr olds • Morning tea, afternoon tea and late afternoon snack provided • 20 hour ECE subsidy available "Children are confident, explore freely and are trusting of adults and helpful towards other children. They play and learn at a relaxed pace in a calm, supportive environment.. The centre is well resourced with Montessori activities. Teachers interact with children with respect and courtesy valuing children’s cultural backgrounds, are inclusive, and prepare the environment to meet children's learning needs..." ERO Report Oct 2016

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

MP265643-V2

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

MEGANZ School of Visual Arts

Get an exciting job in Tourism & Aviation NOW

PAKURANGA MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTRE

St Andrew’S Chilton KindergArten

QuAlity ChriStiAn CAre And eduCAtion

Art Development Courses

Study at The International Travel College of New Zealand (ITC), an award winning College, with excellent job placement rates! Graduate in as little as 20 weeks with options to study from home. Employment Consultants to help with placement in NZ's largest industry!

11 Vincent St, Howick. Phone 537 2282. Website: www.chiltonkindy.co.nz Facebook: StAndrews Chilton Email: kindyhowpres@xtra.co.nz

– Quality Christian care and education – Qualified teachers – Fun, loving, nurturing environment

MP272941

CALL US ON 537 2282 OR POP IN FOR A VISIT

Term 1 beginning from Mon, Feb 03 Learn drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media and more. For Ages 9 to Adults

Painting by Jessica Kang, age 12

DY271832

Also Portrait and Life Drawing evening class available.

Check out our website for details

www.vizart.co.nz

www.instagram.com/meganzsva/ MP271124

n Ballet (RAD) n Live piano accompaniment for preschool and grade classes n Open Ballet and Contemporary Classes n Preschool Dance (from 3yrs) n Dance shop for all uniform requirements

Call 0800 868 747 www.itc.co.nz

– Large, welcoming kindergarten – Exciting playground – Exceptionally well resourced – Open school holidays

• Your instructor will strive to create a fun and stress free environment to ensure everyone not only learns but also enjoys the day and gets the most out of it. How does it work? Contact the Coastguard’s Education team and set a date. On the day your instructor will meet you and start the day with a chat to confirm your objectives before starting the day. Ph 0800 BOATIE (262 843)

Dance shop open from Tuesday, 28th January to Saturday 1st February. 4pm – 5:30pm for uniform requirements before Term 1 commences 3rd February.

Professional Studio: 3/121 Elliot St, Howick 2014 Ph: Sharon Barber 535 5204 Email: sharon.barber@howickdance.co.nz www.howickdance.co.nz MP272995

Day Skipper

Half Moon Bay Maraetai Papakura Mechanics Bay Mechanics Bay Kaiaua Mechanics Bay

20 Feb 20 5 x Thu nights 04 Apr 20 1 x Weekend Marine VHF Operator 09Howick Feb 20and Pakuranga 1 x SundayTimes, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 15 10 Feb 20 2 x Mon nights 16 Feb 20 1 x Sunday 29 Feb 20 1 x Saturday Boatmaster 08 Feb 20 1 x Weekend & 7 evenings (Mon & Wed) Other venues and dates available at www.boatingeducation.org.nz

CLASSIFIEDS

www.times.co.nz

Education

FOR ALL AGES TERM 1, 2020 ADVERTORIAL MP273102AA

Encourage your children to read

Starting

Half Moon Bay Maraetai Papakura Mechanics Bay Mechanics Bay Kaiaua Mechanics Bay

20 Feb 20 04 Apr 20 09 Feb 20 10 Feb 20 16 Feb 20 29 Feb 20 08 Feb 20

5 x Thu nights 1 x Weekend Marine VHF Operator 1 x Sunday 2 x Mon nights 1 x Sunday 1 x Saturday Boatmaster 1 x Weekend & 7 evenings (Mon & Wed) Other venues and dates available at www.boatingeducation.org.nz To book contact Coastguard Northern Region Maritime School Phone: 0508 RESCUE (737283) Email: education@coastguard.org.nz Online: www.coastguard.org.nz

NORTHERN REGION MARITIME SCHOOL

Specially for children with special needs and behavioural concerns Does your child need extra support than what they’re receiving from their current programme? High staff to child ratio are Activities include: outdoor/indoor play, Special C off site outings, art, games, for idz! cooking, relaxation, music, Special K movies and so much more!! * Pick-up from local schools available Call us or drop in today to find out how we can help! Carer Support Days, WINZ Subsidy (OSCAR Approved)

AIR TRAINING CORPS

Aviation

When and where?

efu g ee s

*N o cour

NO COURSE FEES* e

We parade every Tuesday night from 6:30-9:30 during term time at The Depot, Lloyd Elsmore Park.

Z c itiz n s , r e si d e

New Zealand Certificates in English Language www.dynaspeak.ac.nz Bushcraft

QUEEN ST 09 377 2434

ALBANY 09 448 2570

0800 355 344 BOTANY 09 279 9313

courses@dynaspeak.ac.nz MANGERE 09 255 6741

NEW LYNN 09 827 3612 MP272780

Techniques Music Academy

Phone: (09) 534 5298 www.40squadron.org.nz www.facebook.com/40squadronATC

WHERE MUSIC IS FUN and ALIVE!

SIR LLOYD DRIVE, PAKURANGA INFO@HLT.ORG.NZ 1 PHONE 534 1401 HLT.ORG.NZ JH265203-v2

DY266155

Fr e e C o u r s e s For All Ages Enrol today



Hospitality L2



Computing L2



NCEA L2



Foundation Skills

Travel Allowance and Learner Licence

ABRSM, Trinity Rock and Pop, Theory Exams Creative Expression & Joy in Performing

Basic Computer Skills Student allowance may apply Day or Night, Full or Part time

Call us now to enrol:

21 Charles Street, Papatoetoe

Contact Marilou on: (09) 272 9930; 021 381 486 marilou.yu@tmaauckland.com Or visit our website on: www.tmaauckland.com

MP265696-V2

0800 224 336 MP265669

TMA Junior Music Age 4-7 Classical, Pop and Theory TMA Contemporary Course Age 8-Adult

Concerts, Examinations, Group or Individual Lessons

E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e ( E S O L ) L e ve l s 1 t o 3 For those 16-19 years old

Play a wide variety of music

Piano, Keyboard, Violin, Guitar

Qualifications:

Email info@laughandlearn.co.nz

Enrol now!

NO 40 (HOWICK) SQUADRON

Males and females from 13 years old (or who are starting High School) up to and including 15 years old.

60 Cascades Rd, Pakuranga Call 021 202 7925

COURSE STARTS 24 February 2020 Daytime & evening classes

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

Who’s eligible to join?

Caters for ages 3 months – 6 years Open Monday – Friday 7am-6pm

WITH

CONFIDENCE

The Depot, Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga

FUN, FRIENDLY AND INFORMATIVE CLASSES FOR TEENAGERS AND ADULTS

ENROLLING NOW

STUDY ENGLISH

Phone Ruth 576 7406

Duration

School Holiday and After School Programmes

DRAMA CLASSES

MP273142

Day Skipper

Location

MP272658

Classical – Modern Piano – Keyboard Guitar – Ukelele – Theory Preschool – Orff Strength

Ruth – Music Teacher CD235467

your enthusiasm for what you’re reading and demonstrate how fun it can be. 7. Make them read aloud. Be patient and congratulate them when they do well. 8. Listen to audio books. Hearing the words as they follow along in their book facilitates learning. 9. Diversify their reading materials. In addition to books, get them comics, illustrated novels and magazines. 10. Visit a library. Many offer activities for children and they’re typically staffed with people who want to share their passion for reading. CD250668

One to one and small group sessions in  Keyboard  Ukelele  Guitar  Piano also preschool classes

what they liked, answer their questions about what they read and explain difficult words. Showing interest in the books your kids enjoy will motivate them to keep reading. 4. Set up an inviting reading nook at home. 5. Make reading a part of your child’s daily routine. Aside from reading at bedtime, you can also slip notes into their lunch box and get them to help you read road signs, your grocery list and even your mail. 6. Make time for regular reading in your own routine. Your children will likely want to imitate you. Share

Reading is crucial for academic success, but it’s also a great way to help kids develop their imagination and creativity. Here are 10 ways to make reading more enjoyable. 1. Let them choose what to read and help them find books that speak to their interests. 2. Make reading more fun. Change your voice when reading stories out loud, or have your child read every other page. When they’re older, share a nice moment by sitting alongside each other as you each read your own book. 3. Engage them. Ask them

CLASSIFIEDS

CD245422-V3

Call Matt 021 679 378

CARPENTERS

Robinhood - Alto - Blanco Everdure - Omega Authorised Service

MARKS

NEW builds, real estates, residential and more. Call/ txt Natasha 021 303 494

COMPUTERS

APPLIANCES APPLIANCE REPAIRS CD127274

NZ registered electrical service technician

533-6954 www.sos-appliance-repairs.co.nz

ARCHITECTURE

 Home / Business  Fix all IT issues  Microsoft Certified  Cloud backup + data recovery, Networking, PC/Mac

James IT Solutions

0800 266 349 www.jamesit.co.nz

MP268165

 Driveways/Patios  Swimming pool surrounds  Decorative coloured concrete  Exposed pebbles and aggregates  Concrete sealing  Bobcat and digger  Post hole boring

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

DRAINAGE

CERTIFIED DRAINLAYER

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

GARAGE DOORS GARAGE doors supply & repairs. Phone Amnon 021 399 616 or 298 2137a/h no extra charge Sundays

An experienced gentleman with years of experience in additions, renovations, wallpapering & painting etc. All other work considered also...

Flat pack specialists We will assemble for you! Ph 0274 945 447 or 534 8404

CD243734

MOTORING

Be cool this summer, install a heat pump

Power you need KOBA BATTERIES

■ ■ ■ ■ ■

Call: 09 533 6956

aucklandce@dreamdoors.co.nz

DE268840

Bathroom Renovations Kitchen & Laundry

PLASTERERS PLASTERBOARD stopping, old wallpaper walls to paint finish a speciality ph/ txt 021 660774

PLUMBERS

Lawnmowing Edging Paths Blown Clean Weed Spraying & more

EZYMOW

LANDSCAPING

Terry’s

0211292543

www.ezymow.co.nz Proudly local for over 40 years

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

0800 420 900 aucklandplumbersgroup.nz Incorporating

PAINTERS & DECORATORS A1 CHINESE PAINTERS

Silver Medal DESIGN Winner CONSTRUCTION Ellerslie MAINTENANCE Flowershow

We’re here & there when you need us!

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

4U2C

LOCAL DECORATORS

Auto Electrical & Mechanical Repairs

+GST AIR CONDITIONING RE-GAS ★ Full Auto Electrical Service ★ WOFs ★ Airconditioning ★ Cambelt $95 Replacements Charge Rate, Starter Condition and Check ★ Tune Ups And ServicingAlternator ★ Full Brake Overhauls ★ Alternator Batteries ★ Clutches Replaced Plus Battery Test FREE OF CHARGE ★ Full Auto Electrical Service ★ WOFs ★ Airconditioning ★ Cambelt Replacements ★ Full Diesel★Servicing Repairs ★ Tyres ★ Overhauls Full Petrol★Vehicle Servicing RepairsReplaced Tune Ups And And Servicing ★ Full Brake Alternator BatteriesAnd ★ Clutches

★ Full Diesel Servicing Repairs ★ Tyres ★ Full Petrol Vehicle Servicing And Repairs Wishing all And clients and suppliers SPOUTING ANDallChristmas ROOFING clients and suppliers aWishing Merry

Interiors a Merry Christmas Alternator Charge Rate, Starter Condition & CONTINUOUS SPOUTING Alternator Charge Rate, Starter Condition & • Durable & Stylish • Quality Build Check, Check, Plus Battery Test –OR FREE OF CHARGE IN 41 COLOURS • Tiled Shower Specialists Plus Battery Test –COPPER FREE OF CHARGE

• Established Trade Team • Fully Guaranteed Phone Paul 021-251-4615 or 534-7427

CARPET CARE

No joins - No leaks - guaranteed n Enhancing the look and value of your home n Made to measure on-site in Colorcote steel n All work guaranteed

Grace Plumbing

Solutions & Services ❏ Certified ❏ 23+ years experience ❏ New or Reno work ❏ Hot water cylinders Brad 022 671 8125

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

• Carpet Cleaning • Upholstery Cleaning • Flood Restoration • Pest Control Make your booking today Phone 09 537 4320 Mobile 021 366 615

www.bestpropertyservices.co.nz

ELECTRICAL

TRADE SERVICES

TRADIES... Just started out in business? Need a little help getting your name out there?

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL MAINTENANCE

HOUSE WASHING

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

YOUR LOCAL EXTERIOR CLEANING SPECIALISTS

• House Wash (soft wash) • Building Wash • Decks, Drives, Fences • Gutter Clean • Roof Treatment

For a free quote call 021366615 / 09 5374320

1st For Hot Water Cylinder Repairs

DE266370

PAINTER  Interior/exterior painting  High quality workmanship  Plastering  Howick based Phone Kenny 021 897 445

ADAM OXLEY Certifying Plumber

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

PAINTER Paperhanger. Free quotes, pensioner discount. 30yrs exp. Phone 022 6254295 or 535 3022

535 1111 027 235 2517

PAINTER / Plasterer & handyman 30 yrs+ exp Phone Muzza 577-2989/ 027-6770294

BRADSHAW PLUMBING

PAINTER, res/com, int/ ext, quality service, free quote. Phone/text Lee 021 562 684 PAINTING and decorating, all int/ext requirements, prompt service, 40yrs exp. Ph Ross 021 977 542. PAINT 30 yrs + exp, tradesman. Interiors, exteriors, house washing and wallpaper hanging. Phone Harold 021 658 222

CD197785

 Specialise in general plumbing/maintenance  Bathroom and kitchen alterations  NO JOB TOO SMALL Phone 09 527 3053 or 09 268 1007 Terry 027 2922 708 or Alywn 0274 743 505

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

For all your plumbing needs

PAVING Accredited Installer

Paving Specialists Phone the Classified Team today for options to suit your needs. 271 8055 - classifieds@times.co.nz

graceplumbing.co.nz

Ph Trevor 027 648 3565

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

or Copper

We do WINZ quotes

DY272018

Free quotes and advice Drain unblocking CCTV camera Drain repairs Surface water problems Retaining walls All drainage requirements

Jim 0800 38 38 48

ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL

For more information contact us on: 021 147 0567 | E: brasselectrical@gmail.com www.facebook.com/BrassElectricalLimited

Registered Drainlayers

Contact Rick 027 256 2533

HOWICK Lawncare, ex Greenkeeper, lge or small lawns, friendly, reliable affordable. Phone Paul 027 5676 900

We focus on service and tailor to your requirements. We manage timing during install to ensure minimal disruption. Our team will give you the information needed to make an informed decision.

PAKURANGA AUTO PAKURANGA AUTO ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL HEATPUMP SERVICES PAKURANGA AUTO ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL

BUILDERS

allen2harriman@gmail.com

DE270756

CD263641

HANDYMAN

CRAFT Floorsanding www. craftfloorsanding.co.nz Phone Kris 021 055 7522

DE270880

PDH Builders, alterations, renovations, bathrooms, kitchens. Asian LBP team, your building one stop shop. Phone Vincent 021-1353388 / 533 9658

Ph 273 8899 DE273092

Amazing Kitchen Facelifts

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

DE273032

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

Fred 0276992643

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

DE264603

Call Simon 021-0247-4706

LEES CARPETS

49D Springs Rd, East Tamaki

GREENMAN Lawn & Garden Trees & Hedges, rideon mowing. Free quotes. Friendly service. 534 2053 or 021 570 409

DE271012

• Decks • Bathrooms • Pergolas • Kitchens • Carports • On time Quality work Good price

• Rot, mould, gib repairs • Interior/exterior painting • Renos, partitions etc Professional One stop shop

KITCHENS

GA101040

SIMPLY RENOS

AffordAble HAndymAn

Top 5 Seller of Feltex brand Carpet in Auckland Specials, Free Quotes Professional Layers Showroom

AIR CONDITIONING

CD254541

BUILDERS

HANDYMEN

DY271574

BOBCAT / Digger Excavations, driveways, landscaping, site clearing, rubbish removal, topsoil & metal supplies, truck hire. Ph Grant 0274 758 468

CARPET, VINYL & LAMINATE

BE BUG-FREE

BEST LAWNS servicing Howick, Pakuranga, Botany & surrounding areas. Fully insured & guarantee a reliable service 021 125 7300 or 09 532 9555

25 years experience Repaints – Interior/Exterior Ph/Fax 274 0495 – 22 Greenmount Dr, East Tamaki Spray finish available Phone 09 534 1244 or 027 534 1244 24B Polaris Pl, East Tamaki - OPEN SAT 8.30-1pm Free quotes – any sized jobs +GST Greenmount E: celsius@outlook.co.nz - www.celsiusheating.co.nz Ph/Fax 274 0495 – 22 Prompt Response Ph/Fax 274 0495 Dr, East Tamaki

CD237763

DE264596

BOBCATS & TRUCKS

Handymangardeners. co.nz All jobs Ph Michael 0276 162 146 or 576 0106

AIR CONDITIONING RE-GAS $95

Architectural Designer

Lynch Design P: 09 577 1939 M: 027 473 4700 E: lynda@lynchdesign.co.nz

L1C020

Sales Installation Service

CONCRETE & CONCRETING

0800 277 2529 www.bsrconcrete.co.nz

• Building Consents • Renovations • New Builds

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

FLOORING & SERVICES

PEST CONTROL

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

CD237020

STOVE PROBLEM? East City Stove Repairs. Ph Alan 0274 516 454 or 576 6756

ABOUT Fencing 2000

COMPUTER REPAIRS

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

ALL Paving & Landscaping Great rates. Ph Richard 021 783 258 or 532 8939.

CD262818

021-369 881

021 43 43 23 537 1904 all hrs

NEW Decks & repairs, fences, timber/pool fencing & repairs, free quotes ph/txt John 021 023 69767

ADL PAVING & LANDSCAPING. Phone Adrian 027 603 1919, ah 537 2345

LAWNCARE

DE271702

Servicing all major brands of Whiteware appliances

FENCING & TRELLIS

ALL Fencing, decking & retaining walls. Ph Richard 021 783 258 or 532 8939.

Gardens designed, constructed & maintained, lawns mown, pruning & arbourcultural work undertaken, waste removed.

LANDSCAPING All aspects. 10yrs exp. 100% guar. Richard 021 783 258 or 532 8939.

K58038

K75008

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

LOCAL couple, exp’d domestic cleaners, neat & tidy, reasonable rate. Ph Chris 0212041276

ELECTRICIAN Registered Electrical, Smartvent & Alarms. Phone Mark 027 495 4219, ah 534 3227

GARDENER LANDSCAPER

DY270555

CLEANING

NZ Registered

Contact Steve 021 949 168 or 532 9842 www.bbe.co.nz

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

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

108265-V5

535 6950 021 0333 149

DE268673

MAINTENANCE & Building repairs. Small jobs, qualified Phone 576 7841 or 021 1481076

• Fast friendly service • Registered electrician • Eftpos available • Pensioner discount • Lights, power, TV, fans • Stove & hot water repairs • Security lighting • LED downlights • Switchboard upgrades

A.J. & S.J CONTRACTOR

FOR all your Landscaping needs, decks, fencing, retaining walls, paving, concreting. Over 15yrs exp. Ph 021 885676

108265-V5

DY267902

ACTIVE retired carpenter, past master builder, wants small jobs e.g. easing sticky doors, windows, deck repairs, all carpentry jobs Ph: Bob 534 1355 or 027 4763937

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

BARRATT-BOYES

ELECTRICAL

ANY FIX-IT

K55070

Additional Outlet & Security Camera Phone Jack Ph: 532 8723 021 661 469

* New homes • Alterations • Renovations • Reclads

ALL HEDGES, TREES, LAWNS

PAVING

CD237017

CD206513

TV AERIAL & LIghTIng InSTALLATIOn

BUILDERS

CD242704

HORIZON AERIALS LTD

LICENSED

DY272008

Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed

535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian

Also garden maintenance, rubbish removal, waterblasting. Free quotes. 20 yrs’ exp. Residential/commercial Ph: Peter 021 39 33 84 QUALITY GARDEN SERVICES

LANDSCAPING

CD250676

Aerials & TV INSTALLATION

HANDYMEN

CD226123

Contact Maurice phone 0274 945 447 534 8404

Over 25 years’ exp • Great rates • Local family business • Reliable • No job too small • Heat pump installs • Security alarms, CCTV Eftpos available Retiree discount Call Anthony 021 0224 6711 or 09 534 0275

GARDEN CARE

DE272592

ELECTRICAL

Specialists

FENCING & TRELLIS

DE272411-V2

FLATPACK AA DOBBS LTD We will assemble for you!!

AERIALS

Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

ELECTRICAL

Free quotations and advice. Visit our website www.riggaspaving.co.nz Contact Ryan 027 502 1187

• New Builds • Renovations • Bathroom / Kitchen • Gas Installations • Hot Water Cylinders • All Maintenance • Certifying Plumbers

Experienced family business, quality service

Allan

Matt

Ph Allan or Matt Craig 0274-962-118, 021-813-883 09-215-1144 admin@craigplumbing.co.nz DE155961-V2

BUILDERS

DE270909

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

www.times.co.nz

GA117458

16 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

CLASSIFIEDS

www.times.co.nz

UPHOLSTERERS

SITUATIONS VACANT

Hill Plumbing • Certifying plumbing,

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

DE271314

WINDOW CLEANING

Please email name, address and contact phone numbers to: papers@times.co.nz

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

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

CD258536

    

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

HOME HELP OFFERED

Maths, English, Science & Essay Writing

Free consultation Primary / Intermediate / College Please ph/txt 021 082 31455 DY272013

RUBBISH REMOVALS

CD48042

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish

ENROL NOW for 2020 MUSIC LESSONS

TILING THE TILE GUY, floor & wall tiling. Certified Waterproofing. Stonemason by trade. 30yr exp. 021 031 1899.

music@hsm.co.nz www.hsm.co.nz

KIDS KARATE

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

CD45807

TREE SERVICES All about

TREES

& STUMP GRINDING

Ph Murray

Qualified Arborist

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

Pet Boarding Grooming Doggy Daycare Free daycare with all grooms 24 hour onsite care

0800 696 874

NZ Modern School of Music www.modernmusic.co.nz

K54146

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

www.pinkys.co.nz P: 09 265 2865

Please email your CV and contact details to reception.jas@xtra.co.nz

Required to work at a Pakuranga Rest Home/ Hospital 30 hours per week: Wed-Sun, 7.30am-2.00pm Please email your CV to brian@ambridgerose.co.nz or phone 09 576-2590

Phone 271 8055 WANTED TO BUY BUYING

We purchase good quality house/flat and estate lots. Smaller lots also. Ask about our comprehensive clearout package. 25 years experience. Phone 09 532 9204 or 027 479 8942

in good condition

Furniture • Household Goods Antiques • Quality Used Clothing

CD166407

Retiring or Moving Overseas? All Tree Work – Fully Insured Don’t have a Garage Sale!! Good Used Furniture – Qualified Arborists –We accept donations of: Household Goods • Clothing Over 30 yrs Exp. Call Us Now! Good Furniture 9 BenUsed Lomond Cres 535 9093 Household Goods • Clothing 027 476 0246 0800 677 467 CD227945

CD202016

Open 6 Days

Pick Up Service Available

0800 677 467

Key attributes: • Good timekeeping and reliability • Common sense • Friendly & sense of humour • Ability to work unattended • Loyal and trustworthy

CD267657-V2

Please email cover letter and CV to: Auckland@standforchildren.org.nz

Required to support the efficient operation of the multi-material technology teaching spaces through the co-ordination and purchasing of supplies and resources. Good knowledge and experience of maintenance on machines and tools would be essential.

Apprentice Auto Electrician

GARDENER WANTED

Seeking reliable, capable person who has some knowledge of plants. 4-8hrs per week, large property requires weeding / general maintenance. Contact Kris 021958101

COOK Part Time

For a small rest home. Will need to work Monday to Thursday 8am-1pm. Relative work experience will be preferred. Phone 532 9502 or 021 701 981 fenciblemanor2015@ gmail.com

SITUATIONS WANTED HOWICK handyman avail for casual work, gardening, lawn-mowing, fencing, painting, cleaning gutters etc. Affordable rate, ph George 021 071 8787

Full time permanent Head of Counselling, who may also be a registered teacher. Reporting to the Deputy Principal in charge of Student Services, we seek an experienced Head of Counselling to join a collaborative student support services team. The Head of Counselling is a pivotal role within our team, ensuring that students’ needs are met in a coordinated, proactive and supportive manner. This is a leadership role and our Head of Counselling will: – have the ability to build empathy and advocate for diverse adolescents to achieve optimum outcomes – ensure processes that effectively leverage all available resources within our Whanau-based school to provide the best outcome for our students and school community – be a leader, able to build trusting relationships with both students, senior management and staff – work effectively within our wider pastoral care network (Counsellors, Nurse, Whanau Leaders, Careers Advisor, Pathways Manager, SENCO, Deputy Principals etc.) As part of the Student Support Services Team, you will be an NZAC Member with experience in risk assessment, a range of therapeutic approaches, referral processes and knowledge of, and interaction within a greater local network. There is an expectation of some work required during term breaks.

TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN Permanent, Part time, 20 hours per week Term Time Only Busy auto electrical and automotive servicing business in East Tamaki. Offering - Auto Electrical Training & apprenticeship. Challenging and interesting work. Our ideal applicant must be NZ level 3 automotive engineering qualified. Minimum of 5 years workshop experience. Own tools, toolbox and full drivers licence required. Be able to work quickly and accurately with a high level of workmanship, unsupervised. Have a desire to build a long-term career with a can-do attitude. Must have legal entitlement to work in NZ. Applicants must speak fluent English, live in the Auckland area and have own transport.

Email CV to pam@sparkzautomotive.co.nz

Within our Sports Department, we have two vacancies that could be combined into one position for someone looking for more hours.

SPORTS ADMINISTRATOR Monday-Friday afternoons from 1:15pm-5:15pm

(20 Hours per Week). Part Time, Permanent, Term Time Only. • Department Administration • Facility Supervisor after school • Facilitation of Lunchtime Sport Activity • Equipment supervisor

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING TRAINER Monday-Friday 6:45am-8:30am and 3:15pm-5:00pm

SPORT CO-ORDINATOR 40 Hours Per Week (Term Time Only)

We’re looking for a high energy sports coordinator to champion our Year 3-10 sporting programme based at our Golflands Campus. The ideal candidate will need to have a love of sport, an outgoing personality, superb communication and administration skills and the ability to think and plan ahead. As a member of the sports team, you will seek to increase participation and through coaching develop skills, giving students opportunities to compete in organised competition sport. Applicants must actively support our school’s unique Christian character. To apply, request an application pack:

Raewyn.openshaw@elim.school.nz

Applications close Wednesday, 29 January 2020

PS273260

Open 6 Days TREES stump grinding 9 Ben Lomond 0800 677 467Cres 09 576 1507 specialist. Prompt. Free

9.45pm Sunday through to 6.45am Monday The candidate needs to have a can do attitude — this position requires an active person as children are checked half hourly.

DE273250

pay cash!! $$$ PHIL’S TREE We sell: $$$ We Single Items We sell: & STUMP Furniture • Household Goods Deceased Estate House Lots GRINDINGAntiques • Quality Used Clothing We accept donations of:

We are a 24/7 residential care facility looking for a

NIGHT SUPPORT PERSON

HOUSEKEEPING

Phone our classified department to advertise your job vacancy

We have an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and visionfocussed college located in East Auckland. The responsibilities of this busy and varied position is to provide high quality and professional executive assistance to the Principal of a large decile 9 college and our Board of Trustees. In this pivotal position, you will be the first point of contact for greeting visitors to the Principal, managing telephone calls, responding to all enquiries and correspondence; scheduling appointments in consultation with the Principal; providing administrative and secretarial support and liaison with a diverse culture of college staff (180) and students (1900) and external stakeholders. As Board Secretary, you will be responsible for all meeting preparation, minute taking, maintenance of the board work plan, and ensuring policies are current. Offer secretarial support with student disciplinary processes, and prepare the Board’s annual charter and analysis of variance as well as collation of the college annual report. To be successful in this position, you must have relevant work experience, attention to detail, be multi-skilled with demonstrated high quality oral and written communication skills and an excellent standard of English. You will have outstanding computer and organisational skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds. As well as being proactive and forward thinking, the ability to prioritise your work in addition to requests from the Principal and or Board Members will be crucial to the success of this role. A flexible, collegial and professional approach is required together with a genuine commitment. Some experience in the education sector would be preferred. Your ability to think on your feet and an energetic, can-do attitude with the ability to change gears in response to the ebb and flow of work will ensure you always remain across the work of a very busy office. Salary will be reflective of qualifications, skills and experience.

HEAD OF COUNSELLING

Juliet Ave Surgery, Howick, requires a Medical Receptionist with previous experience to work 2-3 days weekly. This is a job share position. You must have good communication skills and be a Team Member. Remuneration is negotiable based on experience.

Looking for local staff?

Furniture Wanted

Pick Up Service Available

Please send CV to: sales@cyrstalbayfoods.co.nz or call 09 276 5853

MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

Transit Traders Ltd

DS Trees & Landscapes, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Ph Doug 021 537 171 or 537 8595

quotes. Ph/txt Terry 027 4989080.

Please email your CV to: marilou.yu@ tmaauckland.com Application closes on 31 January 2020

STOREPERSON DRIVER

Based in East Tamaki, we are a Small Distribution Company working in the Hospitality Industry & are seeking an outgoing and energetic person to join our young, dynamic and friendly team. The successful applicant will: • Have a full, clean NZ Drivers Licence • Be physically fit • Have a strong focus on customer service • Be flexible and reliable (are a must) • Have great attention to detail • Be able to work well unsupervised and in a team environment • Be able to work a full week This is a diverse roll that is mainly driving with storeperson duties before and after the run. Both parts of this roll involve a level of heavy lifting. Being a small business, we operate with a “do what it takes to get the job done” mentality while aiming to have fun doing it.

PS273284

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

FOR SALE

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

Pinkys

CD262877

BRANCH MANAGER

PIANO - KEYBOARD GUITAR - VIOLIN VOICE - DRUMS

CD180708

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

A music tutor in piano/keyboard required, to join an academy in the Howick/Botany area. If you have the skills to teach classical or contemporary music, we would love to hear from you.

DY267823-V2

KAK007

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

PETS

Howick Youth Orchestra & Concert Bands Saturdays and Tuesdays at Pakuranga Intermediate Violin  Guitar  Clarinet French Horn  Trombone Saxophone  Trumpet Flute  Oboe  Drums Bassoon  Individual Piano Music for 5-6 year olds DE272616

Ph: 0800 789 248

MUSIC TEACHER

PS273255

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

HOME Cleaning Hwk, Botany, Pknga areas. Excel rates Ph/Txt 027 272 2319

CD262112

ROOFING repair service. 26 yrs exper. All work guaranteed. Ph 536-7173 or 0210-798-166

SITUATIONS VACANT

If you are interested or would like further information, please contact Reverend Warner Wilder warnerwilder30@gmail.com or phone 021 548 407

PS273257

ROOFING

TUITION

Volunteer driVers

DY265898

Call Nick 5374602 or 029 7700581

CD140634

Ph 535 9567 John 027 492 0772

& housewashing, driveways, paths, decks & windows 3 Domestic & commercial 3 Low pressure bio-wash 3 Professional presentation

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE PRINCIPAL AND BOARD SECRETARY

We are looking for safe, warm-hearted fully licensed drivers to drive guests from their homes to the Selwyn Seniors Group at St Paul’s in the Park Anglican Church, 141 Chapel Road, Flat Bush on Friday mornings. The guests need to be there by 9.30am and they leave at 12 midday. You would also help out with the activities and morning tea.

PR248896-V2

H3X019

PLUMBER

• Specialises in plumbing maintenance • Hot water cylinders • No job too small

3 Specialist waterblasting

Please phone 027 609-4539

PS273252

Looking for reliable people wanting to earn some extra cash delivering our award-winning newspapers once a week, every Tuesday. You must be physically capable to deliver the paper every week — rain, hail or shine. Our papers are delivered to the Pohutakawa Coast, Botany, Ormiston, Howick, Mellons Bay, Pakuranga, Bucklands Beach, Farm Cove and surrounding areas. If this sounds like you get in touch with us immediately and we can arrange a delivery area close to your home. Deliveries are starting Tuesday, February 4, 2020.

Botany Downs Secondary College is currently recruiting!

PS273256

WATERBLASTING

Brett 534 3562 027 493 0181

We are a Howick based business requiring someone to take care of our cleaning needs for professional space. Cleaning is required 2-3 days per week (2-4 hours from 7.30am or from 3.30pm). A good hourly rate offered. For the right person this is a great opportunity to work with a very friendly team that takes the highest pride in their work environment.

K54154

www.allgoplumbing.co.nz

Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs

All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area

SITUATIONS VACANT

CLEANER NEEDED

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

gas and drainage • Hot water cylinders • Bathrooms, kitchens • New and repairs

SITUATIONS VACANT

DY273206

PLUMBERS

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 17

(17.5 Hours per Week). Part Time, Permanent, All Year round (52 weeks of the year).

• Training top Athletes in Teams for physical preparation for sport • Planning sessions, reviewing sessions and performance • Analysis of movement (Gait Technique) • Fitness Testing • Personalised work-ons, specific to the athlete and sport needs.

Short-listed applicants will be required to undergo a Police Vet once every three years. Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and a clean driver’s licence is required. For all applications, please submit cover letter, CV and application form (please download a copy for completion from www.bdsc.school.nz) and submit to t.horsford@bdsc.school.nz by closing date Monday 27 January 2020. PS273201

Sports,Leiur&Fitnes

CLASSIFIEDS

18 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020

RENTALS

TO LEASE

TWO SPACES FOR LEASE 93.2sqm and 51.27sqm with shared hallway, kitchen and toilets, 2 covered carparks. 9 Ben Lomond Crescent, Pakuranga

Please contact Peter 09 576 1500 ext 806 or peterm@eastgatecc.org.nz for more details. DE272545

ACCOMMODATION OFFERED ALCOHOLICS Anonymous East Ph Rob 0275143500

Amny Lam 林小姐 Letting Agent and Property Manager Providing a high standard of service • Many years’ experience in Property Management • English speaking • Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese

ADVERTISING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Call me now

021 108 6663 09 538 1287 East Auckland Mountfort Estate Agents Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

PS257550-V4

QUICK PUZZLE NO. 7942 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Richard Wagner. 8, Shake. 9, Flannel. 10, Lethal. 11, Stolen. 12, Aster. 14, Cross. 18, Tiptoe. 20, Accept. 23, Examine. 24, Track. 25, Sooner or later. Down - 1, Rustle. 2, Chart. 3, Average. 4, Daft. 5, Apart. 6, Nonplus. 7, Relent. 13, Soprano. 15, Recital. 16,Stress. 17, Stoker. 19, Olive. 21, Exact. 22, Zero. CRYPTIC PUZZLE NO. 7942 - SOLUTIONS Across - 1, Hard to swallow. 8, Pan-el. 9, S-pa-t. 10, Na-pkin. 11, Recit-E. 12, Ada-g(av)e. 14, Stage. 18, Exact-S. 20, Rep-air. 23, De-light. 24, E-XI-st. 25, Made to measure. Down - 1, Ho-pin-g. 2, Run up. 3, Telling. 4, S-ash. 5, Aw-(ye) ar-e. 6, Lo-OK-in-g. 7, Wit-her. 13, Di-allE-d. 15, Th-ere-sa . 16, Seldom (anag.). 17, Writhe (anag.). 19, Tight. 21, Adieu. 22, St-em.

Sports,Leisure Leisure & & Fitness Sports, Fitness

Our Sports, Leisure & Fitness feature is coming up next month — so don’t miss this opportunity to advertise your club’s upcoming events Phone our classified team on 271 8000 or email classifieds@times.co.nz

Sports, Leisure & Fitness

1. In accepting an advertisement for publication and in publishing it we are doing so in consideration of and relying on the advertisers express warranty, the truth of which is essential. a. That the advertisement complies in all ways with the Advertising Codes of Practice issued by the Advertising Standards Authority inc (ASA) and with every other code or industry standard relating to advertising in New Zealand b. The published advertisement will not give rise to any liability on our part or in a claim being made against us. c. That the advertisement is misleading or deceptive or likely to mislead or deceive or breaches the Fair Trading Act 1986 that is defamatory or indecent or which otherwise offends against generally accepted community standards that infringes a copyright or trademark or otherwise infringes any intellectual or industrial property rights that breaches any provision of any statute, regulation, by law or other rule or law . 2. Where the advertiser utilises any aspect of our creative/design services in the production of an advertisement (including photographic work) the advertiser acknowledges that we own the copyright in such work and that such work is not work for which a commissioning payment has been made or agreed. 3. The advertiser agrees to indemnify us against all losses or costs arising directly or indirectly from any breach of those warranties by the advertiser and from any costs incurred in our making corrections or amendments in accordance with the terms that follow. 4. We may refuse to publish, or withdraw an advertisement from publications without having to give a reason. 5. We may publish the advertisement on the next available day if there is an error or delay in publication of the advertising as booked. 6. We may correct or amend advertising to conform to style or for other genuine reason as long as we do so using reasonable care. 7. The guarantees contained in the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 are excluded where the advertiser acquires, or holds himself out as acquiring, goods or services from us for the purpose of a business. 8. The advertiser must tell us as soon as possible if there is an error or omission in any advertisement the advertiser has placed. We will not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss from an error (which includes ommission, negligence, system or press failure, mistake, misclassification, early, late or non insertion of advertisement or loss or delay in the delivery of replies) and if we are found to have any direct liability for any circumstance that liability is limited to the cost of the space of the advertisement. 9. To cancel an advertisement a cancellation number must be obtained from us. Times Newspaper Limited, 10 Central Terrace, Howick (behind Rice’s Mall) www.times.co.nz

FARM COVE furn, 1 bdrm cosy granny flat. Suit sgle n/s mature person. $350pw, pwr & wtr incl, osp. Shops, buses, ferry, Rotary walkway nearby. Ph 576 6618

TO LET BUCKLANDS BEACH Peninsula, stand alone 2-brm unit, osp, close beach. $420pw. Phone 027 2061386 EASTERN BEACH 2 bdrm unit, fully fenced. Well appointed. Avail 23 Feb. $600pw. No smoking/no pets. Email dpmintl@gmail. com HOWICK 4brm 2 storied luxury home to rent. Walk to Meadowlands Mall. $950pw. Ph owner to view 0212438468

www.times.co.nz

Meet me on the EASTSIDE! Your space for shopping, restaurants, events, local news & businesses!

PAKURANGA 3 bdrm house. Carport, shared driveway. Cple or small family. $530pw, 4 wk bond, 2 weeks in advance. Email business@eastgatecc.org.nz

We will place your public notice in the next available issue of the Howick and Pakuranga Times for only $121.50 + gst per insertion

Download the FREE East Auckland App! Simply search ‘East Auckland’ in your app store

It’s so easy... Just give us a call on 09 271 8055 or email your form to classifieds@times.co.nz Please include your phone number

Ph (09) 271 8068 Phone 09 271 8000 www.times.co.nz

Church SERVICES All Saints Anglican Church Howick

SUNDAY, JANUARY 26

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

You’re invited to

SERVICE

Service Times are: Sunday: 7.30am & 9.30am Wednesday: 10.00am (Selwyn Church) allsaints@xtra.co.nz www.allsaintshowick.org.nz

“Seeing lives transformed by Christ’s saving power. Being a community of hope, love and care.”

St Thomas’ Anglican Church Whitford

37 Whitford-Maraetai Rd, Ph 272 4484

Sunday Service: 9.30am

www.elimchristiancentre.org.nz

SUNDAY

17 Selwyn Rd, Ph 534 6864

GBR088-V2

TIMES

F64081

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

Tamil service

Looking for a church home?

H8A071-V2

You are Welcome to join us at CLC

CD245678

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

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

on Sundays @ 10am

Cnr Drake & Baird St, Howick • Tel: 535 4333

Start creating a better tomorrow, today!

29 DECEMBER - 26 JANUARY One service at 10am

Howick Presbyterian Church St Andrew’s Church Centre Cnr Vincent St & Ridge Rd, Howick www.howpres.org.nz

FREE ICE CREAM

One Lord One Faith One People

Sunday, January 26 9.30am Family Service No Thursday services till February Phone 535-4403

CD152726

MP272901

5 Ben Lomond Cres, Pakuranga

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

Cnr Wellington & Picton Sts Phone 534-5142

CD129660

www.times.co.nz

Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 — 19

Record Grand Slam beckons

Premiers win both games

Agnew’s Angle

ice as it was to see Serena Williams win her first tennis tournament in Auckland this month since the birth of her now two-year-old daughter Alexis Olympia, I always preferred her older sister Venus as a gracious personality. Certainly there have been times when Serena was a bad tempered, sore loser, possibly in part because it happened so seldom. But as a power player, she is in a class of her own and just one tantalising short of Australian Margaret Court’s 24 Grand Slam triumphs. In winning the ASB Classic final 6-3 6-4 over fellow American Jessica Pegul, Serena showed gradual improvement in every match since her errorprone first round doubles with good friend, the popular Caroline Wozniacki. The pair made the final but were comfortably beaten 6-4 6-4 by the much younger American pairing of Taylor Townsend and Asia Muhammed. Having donated her prize money to the Australian bush fires cause, Williams would love to emulate Court’s Grand Slam record in Melbourne and hope

the fitness she gained from her heavy Auckland programme will serve her well. However it shouldn’t be a walk in the park even if dangerous smoke doesn’t choke the event. Experience remains important but age takes its toll and she is not the nearinvincible player she was at her peak. Some would argue that is also true of such male stars as Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. But they would expect strong debate from the 220,000 fans who watched the first ATP Cup series in Australia when Serbia took the men’s final 2-1 from Davis Cup champions Spain. That just two months separated the two events deserved the criticism of Nadal who reasonably expects better from the world governing body. But what an enthralling spectacle it provided. Djokovic beat Nadal 6-2 7-6 in another epic singles clash in the final when the Serb showed he

GUIDE (MARAETAI): Sunrise & Sunset; TIMES | FISHING Moonrise & Moonset; Best Fishing Times; High Tides.

THURSDAY 23

SUNDAY 26

MONDAY 27

Rise 6:27am Set 8:36pm

1:05am to 3:05am; 1:29pm to 3:29pm

Rise 7:15am Set 9:38pm

9:15am 9:34pm

Novak Djokovic (pictured) beat Rafael Nadal 6-2 7-6 in another epic singles clash in the final when the Serb showed he had the iron will to match his ability. Photo supplied

had the iron will to match his ability. It wasn’t Nadal’s first loss in the men’s teams championship, having been beaten by Belgium’s David Goffin. With Roberto Bautista Agat winning the other singles for Spain, it was surprising Nadal didn’t contest the deciding doubles won by Serbia. Presumably he was too knackered after winning four of six singles and two doubles over 10 days. As a spectacle Djokovic’s semi-final singles win against

Rise 6:24am Set 8:38pm

10:54am to 12:54pm

Rise 4:25am Set 7:26pm

6:52am 7:07pm

Rise 6:29am Set 8:35pm

1:52am to 3:52am; 2:15pm to 4:15pm

Rise 8:14am Set 10:10pm

9:58am 10:15pm

23-year-old 6ft 6in Daniil Medvedev was even better, ending a two-match losing streak against the gifted Russian. Bautista Agat had also performed outstandingly in Spain’s semi-final against Australia when he was quick to pounce on the Nick Kyrgios dangerous serve for a surprisingly easy 6-1 6-4 singles win. Alex De Minaur had played consistently well for Australia but fell 4-6 7-5 6-1 to Nadal. Meanwhile with Maria Folau and Casey Kopua retired and Laura Langman and Katrina Rore resting, the new look Silver Ferns will take confidence from their 64-48 triumph against England in the Netball Nations Cup in Nottingham. England were also missing Jo Harten, Geva Mentor, Helen Housby and Serena Guthrie. But with 21-year-old Maia Wilson combining well with Amaliaranne Ekenasio and slotting 27 goals from 29 attempts, the future looks bright for the Ferns. What made it so impressive was that coach Dame Noeline Taurua used all 11 players. ■■ Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer

FRIDAY 24

Rise 6:25am Set 8:37pm 11:48am to 1:48pm; 11:21pm to 1:21am

TUESDAY 28

➤➤From Page 20

Rise 6:30am Set 8:35pm

2:37am to 4:37am; 2:59pm to 4:59pm

Rise 5:18am Set 8:15pm

7:43am 8:00pm Rise 9:12am Set 10:40pm

10:38am 10:55pm

Auckland University 298/8 (J Low 119, G Clark 74, B Vora 3-63) defeated Eden Roskill 248 (R Sandhu 60, S Desai 38, J Patel 4-30) by 50 runs. Birkenhead 232 lost to Suburbs New Lynn 235/3 (R Majithia 96, J Raval 78) by seven wickets - scores to be confirmed.

Premier Women ■■ Pearl Dawson Trophy ■■ Round Seven Cornwall 108/7 lost to Takapuna 109/1 (I Gaze 47*, A van Deventer 45*) by nine wickets. Auckland University 64 (R Allright 4-6, K Anderson 3-8) lost to Howick Pakuranga 65/4 by six wicket Parnell 105/8 defeated Papatoetoe 66 (S Brake-Howard 3-5) by 39 runs. ■■ Round Eight Cornwall 154/4 (G Adams 78, A Ewart 35) defeated Howick Pakuranga 123/6 (E Fulbrook 3/26) by 31 runs. Parnell 111/4 (Y Kareem 49) lost to Auckland University 112/1 (P Catton 62*, S Petherick 38*) by nine wickets. Takapuna 88/6 defeated Papatoetoe 22 (J Barnett 5/0, L Heaps 3/8) by 66 runs.

SATURDAY 25

Rise 6:26am Set 8:37pm 12:14am to 2:14am; 12:40pm to 2:40pm

WEDNESDAY 29

Rise 6:31am Set 8:34pm

3:20am to 5:20am; 3:41pm to 5:41am

Rise 6:16am Set 9:00pm

8:31am 8:49pm Rise 10:08am Set 11:07pm

11:18am 11:32pm

We welcome your visit at Karaka Lifestyle Estate Retirement Village Come along to experience our beautiful Country Club, view plans of our village, and learn more about Karaka Lifestyle Estate. Come see our choice of apartments available. Choice of ground floor and first floor apartments, Two and three bedrooms available.Car parking for each apartment, master bedroom has an ensuite and full bathroom for guests. Entertaining and outdoor living is a breeze -select from ground floor living with patios and access to lawns and gardens or opt for one story up with large terraces . All of our apartments have spacious living areas and generous storage spaces.

Creating a day to day lifestyle to be celebrated and enjoyed. With a waterfront location and superb Country Club set in the new Auranga township and everything for a great lifetsyle is at your finger tips. We also offer full sale price of your home,including the capital gain. For further information please contact Linda.

Open Hours:

Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm Weekends by appointment only

Where:

Karaka Lifestyle Estate, 329 Bremner Rd, Drury Construction is occurring on the site, so for your safety please contact our salesperson Linda Wilson to book a visiting time.

Linda Wilson | Freephone: 09 294 8663 | Mobile phone: 027 208 9515 Email: Linda@karakaestate.co.nz | Website: www.karakaestate.co.nz KAT6682-V4

KAT6926

www.times.co.nz

20 — Howick and Pakuranga Times, Thursday, January 23, 2020 FOLLOW US ON

Dangerous Djokovic Page 19

Prems sides clinch big wins Howick Pakuranga Premier Men beat Waitakere by six wickets in their Round Six clash on Saturday. In the Pearl Dawson Trophy, the Premier Women beat Auckland University by six wickets as well.

Results: Ellerslie 122 (A Thapa 42, O Pringle 4-21, G Ratnasabapathy 3-28) lost to Parnell 124/2 (A Lane 49*, B Rae 48*) by eight wickets. Grafton 200/9 (K Ruffell 57, H Robertson 42, P Patel 37) defeated North Shore 152 (M Bremner 58, J Dymond 5-32) by 48 runs. Takapuna 267/8 (H van Vuuren 94*, M Sclanders 38, D James 38) defeated Papatoetoe 241 (I Sohi 52, A Sohal 38, H Vyas 38, J Plummer 37, D Singh 31, W O’Donnell 5-44) by 26 runs. Cornwall 197/8 (S Marra 40, B Megson 36, R Harrison 3-39) defeated East Coast Bays 161 (R Harrison 42, M Ross 38*, A Sakande 3-23, S Marra 3-33) by 36 runs.\ Waitakere 188 (T Ngatai 51, R Kumar 42, P Whynn 34, A Jones 3-37) lost to Howick Pakuranga 190/4 (B Walsh 80*, D Winn 33) by six wickets. ➤➤Continued to Page 19

facebook.com/TimesOnlineNZ

Throwing a lifeline: Ben and Nick’s great sailing challenge N

ext month, former Howick college student and Beachlands resident Ben Beasley (19) and friend Nick Gardiner (20) will be sailing 1271 nautical miles around Te Ika A Maui in the ‘Round North Island race’. They are using the challenge to raise awareness and funds for the charity Lifeline. The charity receives no Government funding and yet fields a staggering 10,000 calls a month offering a listening ear to people in dark places. It costs $750 to train one helpline volunteer, and, to date, the boys have raised enough money for one and a bit volunteer(s), but they would like to raise enough to train two or more people. The cause hits close to home. The boys both have personal stories of friends and family suffering depression and mental illness The race starts on February 22. It’s being run by the Shorthanded Sailing Association of New Zealand (SSANZ) and sup-

Make it a

ported by Evolution Sails The first race was in 1977 and was started by Prince Philip off Devonport Wharf as part of the Queen’s Silver Jubilee tour. Sir Peter Blake and Graham Eder were first to the finish. Ben and Nick will be the youngest sailors to undertake the race, with the smallest boat. They estimate it should take them about two weeks to complete. They both started sailing at the age of 9 – learning to sail Optimists, then moving through youth sailing classes, competing in national and international regattas and crewing on keelboats in coastal races and regattas Both work in sailing-related industries – Ben is a trainee spar maker and Nick is a trainee sail maker. Evolution Sails is supporting them for the race. ■■ The boys’ Lifeline fundraising page is https://give. everydayhero.com/nz/sailing-

Ben Beasley and Nick Gardiner are sailing for Lifeline.

for-lifeline-1 ■■ They also have a Facebook page where you can follow their progress www.facebook. com/pages/category/Amateur-

KOLEOS

Photo Supplied

Sports-Team/MV-Sailing-Elliott-79-280347112506534/. ■■ The SSANZ RNI 2020 website page is www.ssanz.co.nz/roundnorth-island-2020/

Passion for life

The perfect blend of style, elegance and technology, Renault KOLEOS ticks all the boxes for an SUV. p p p p p p p p

Lane Departure Warning Active Braking Blind Spot Warning Surround Sensors Rear View Camera Apple Carplay 18 “ Wheels 3 Year Unlimited Km Warranty

Koleos Zen or Zen Sport Lease from only

$499 Call for a test drive now 09 281 6611 PROUD HOME OF AUCKLAND MOTOR VEHICLES

Renault Auckland

Per Month + GST*

Or purchase from

$39,990 Driveaway* 492 Great South Road Greenlane renaultauckland.co.nz

KC14685

*Terms & conditions apply. Price advertised is for Koleos Zen, model shown is Koleos Sport $46,990. Lease Term 48 months, 48000Km, 1000km per month allowance