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‘Development from hell’ By NICK KRAUSE

eighbours are at the end of their tether after a year of torment living next to a building site on Union Road in Howick. Two neighbours say they have had a gutsful of the excessive noise coming from the site outside of the development’s hours of consent. They’re also extremely unhappy with heavy vehicles frequently blocking their driveways. One woman, who asked not to be named, is so incensed she is moving out of her flat next door and she claims her neighbour moved out six weeks ago and another across the road from the site “sold and moved because of this”.

“We knew they were building – it’s just extreme,” she said. The site at 133 Union Road has four double-storey garage townhouses. “Over the past year there have been a series of events at site 133, first the removal of the original homestead that was halted on a o public holiday (Waitangi Day 2019) as the contractors had no legal paperwork…consent to remove it from the site,” the woman said. “There have been a number of police, council and WorkSafe interventions associated with the developer and his contractors, builders over the past 12 months. “The building (work) is no longer tolerable to myself and some sur-

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rounding neighbours. It’s a development from hell.” The main gripe is contractors continually working outside of consented start and finish times as well as on Sundays and public holidays, again, breaching their consent regulations. The parking issue and a broken fence containing asbestos have tipped neighbours over the edge. “We have voiced valid concerns in regards to the times in which the builders are working and this has resulted in complaints to council and noise control,” she said. “Who needs that after work and at the weekends? I’m moving out. I’ve had enough.” George Vaculik-Hamilton lives across the road. “I’m staying put

because I like the place,” he said. “I’m extremely p*ssed off with the situation. Every single contractor has breached consents. There have been 13 incidents at that site over a year now.” Vaculik-Hamilton claims he was also assaulted. “I was punched and pushed. I basically asked them to stop working on public holiday,” he said. “Cops have refused to do anything. The first time I had cops come, it was a response when I forced a reaction from the authorities. “Council have been no help. One owman has come out.” He praised WorkSafe though who have shut the site down six times, he said.

He is also concerned with parking and traffic flow once building is complete, exacerbating an already busy piece of road with a neighbouring rest home. “I’ve had to calm down two other neighbours,” he said. “I wanted to sabotage the site to try to stop work. Bugger off and leave us in peace.” Police told the Times it is a civil matter. “We are not immediately aware of an incident or report based off of that information,” a spokeperson said. “The issues appear to be of a civil matter and, as such, any consent breaches should be directed to council.” ➤➤Continues on Page 3

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The Ladies Probus Club of Howick Central will meet on Friday, February 28 at 10am at the Howick Bowling Club, Selwyn Road, Howick. The speaker will be Gayleen Mackereth who will talk about Life in a Wheelchair. Ladies of all ages are welcome to join this group of friendly ladies who meet once a month, have interesting speakers, organised trips and mini groups i.e. book club, genealogy, walking, knitting and gardening. Phone Deana 021-061-6613 or Pat 279-9459.

Discover Howick Historical Village Our local Living Museum is about to turn 40. Come along and hear the story of this wonderful gem. Historian Alan La Roche will be speaking at Pakuranga Library, Tuesday March 3 at 10.30am. All welcome. Tea and coffee served.

Howick Combined Probus Club Meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 10am in the Howick Bowling Club pavilion,. Selwyn Rd, Howick. Interesting speakers and wonderful trips are organised each month. Come along. New members and visitors are always made welcome at this friendly club. Phone Jody on 2711901

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Fellowship and Craft Group is held each 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Eastgate Christian Centre, Ben Lomond Crescent, Howick, at 10am. A very happy group of ladies enjoy coffee, fun, fellowship and craft each week together. Cost $5. Phone Dorothy 0211888500.

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Thursdays @ Seven concerts in the community begin their Autumn Series this week. Two Ludwigs get the series off to a great start. Ludwig Treviranus, one of the most well-liked artists to appear at these popular Howick concerts, plays two great piano sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven, whose 250th year is celebrated this year. Hear the mighty Waldstein Sonata and Beethoven’s final Sonata, Opus 111. A great start to a year celebrating Beethoven’s 250th. Thursday February 27, 7pm-8pm, All Saints Church, Howick. Admission by donation.

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Bruce Cooper’s classic 1925 Austin Clifton parked at Cockle Bay. Some residents near the 133 Union Road work site in Union Road, Howck, remain extremely unhappy with noise levels. Photo Nick Krause

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➤➤From Page 1 Auckland Council also responded. Max Wilde, Team Manager Compliance Response, said: “The complaints we have received for this property are all in relation to construction noise complaints. A few have been during the day and our policy with noise complaints during the day is that we don’t attend on the first call, but if the noise continues after 30 minutes and the customer calls back, then an officer will be asked to attend. The customer/s did not call back for any of the complaints made during the day and so our officers did not attend the site on these occasions. All other jobs showing on the system for 133 Union Street were attended and outcomes were no noise or not excessive according

to the Auckland Council Unitary Plan noise levels or section 16 of the RMA.” In section E25.6.27 of the Auckland Council Unitary Plan (AUP), it lists the level of noise allowed at different time periods during the day. “When the noise is outside of these timeframes and noise limits, and instruction from our officers to reduce the noise is ignored, then this can result in either an excessive noise direction or an abatement notice being issued and enforcement action being taken,” said Wilde. “A $500 infringement fine can be incurred for the issue of a noncompliance notice or the noise makers can be prosecuted and be liable upon summary conviction to a further fine of up to $10,000. “We understand the frustration

with neighbours making “excessive” or “unreasonable” noise, and we can be called on 09 301 0101 to respond and take action when required.” Developer Ross Wang of Tang Investments said he knew some people were unhappy with noise levels. “We’ve tried our best not to bring any trouble to the neighbours. Some people are sensitive to any noise - sometimes neighbours are a little bit too sensitive,” said Wang. “We tried our best to follow council rules. Some suppliers would do deliveries outside of council hours.” But he said it seldom happens. “The neighbours have their rights, We fully understand that. We’re doing our best.” The project is expected to be finished in two to three months.

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helly Park local Bruce Cooper used to drive tanks in the South African Army. His love of all things mechanical has continued over the years, and he has amassed quite the collection of vintage cars, functioning model steam trains, and remote-controlled boats. His garage is a engineer’s dream, adorned with classic motorcycles, and working-on projects. The upcoming Brit-Euro Classic Car Show (March 1st), will be Bruce’s 5th appearance, he will be bringing his prized 1925 Austin Clifton. The Clifton has had eight owners over the past 95 years, and Bruce has rebuilt the engine. He acquired it after childhood memories of Gumdrop, a series of children’s books penned by Val Biro which featured a similar

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Sweet, sweet music The sun was out and the crowd arrived to enjoy an afternoon of Kiwi music at Lloyd Elsmore Park on Sunday. The star-studded programme opened with AutoMatic 80s followed by Jason Kerrison and Anika Moa who had the crowd singing and dancing to wellknown songs. It was fun and the line-up of Kiwi artists certainly didn’t disappoint with singalong

hits. The final band The Feelers treated the crowd to some of their fabulous back catalogue of NZ rock anthems. Lloyd Elsmore Park rocked and even the vicious wind could not dampen the enthusiasm of the fans. Times photographer Wayne Martin was there to cover the Music in the Park event which is part of the Howick Local Board’s events.

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I notice dredging has started at Half Moon Bay. Is this dredged material being dumped at sea (which is an old antiquated process that destroys all sea life)? If yes, I suggest that an embargo is put

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In the Times (February 11) you led with a story about the plight of Beachlands residents who have run out of water and have to purchase at around $22 per 1000 litres, about 15 times as much as Watercare charge when piped to your home at $1.55. To add insult to injury, residents are still having to pay for waste water charges at the Auckland average unless they wish to pay for their own water meter (only sourced from Watercare of course) and have to pay $15 a month for it to be read, while they do not charge for town supply households. And did the rapidly-growing Beachlands area residents have a choice on tank vs town supply... apparently not, it seems that the council surveyed the existing residents before the major expansion began and they said they wanted to stay off town supply.... so the council said OK and then allowed the subdivision. In my humble opinion the council needs to take a look at itself and decide what is really fair rather than just convenient. Come on councillors. Do your job and give these Beachlands residents some water rates relief at least!.

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It can be shown statistically that the number of ghost (empty) houses (Auckland alone having more than 33,000) being the tip of the iceberg. Across all of New Zealand the figure would be close to 100,000 which comes perilously close to the shortfall of houses that the government is now trying so desperately to fill which is testimony to the head-in-the-sand approach by the ministers of housing from the moment when the floodgates to immigration began in 2009 and which has escalated ever since. If the avaricious frenzy by wealthy New Zealanders, wealthy new immigrants and foreign investors sensing the resulting housing bubble and consequent opportunity to landbank houses for significant capital gain had been nipped in the bud back then, there would be no shortage of housing in New Zealand today. London, with a population of 8.9 million, has 60,000 ghost houses which in relative terms means Auckland has three times the number of ghost houses than London. London’s mayor Sadiq Khan who has a law degree and an attorney as a background (he’s no fool) describes London’s 60,000 ghost house scenario with so many people desperate for houses is insane so I wonder how Auckland’s mayor Phil Goff views Auckland’s current ghost house situation.

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bees and the decline of bee numbers? These are all man-made products that have not been tried and tested for hundreds of years before they are put on the market for money and the poor insects, not just bees haven’t had the time to get used to them. Across my neighbour’s fence is a row of plants – no sprays of any sort – and the hum of the bees are a joy to my ears. In my own backyard, again, no sprays of any sort, where some pumpkins have appeared, as well as the clover and dandelion flowers on the lawn. The bees are a very welcomed sight. Oh yes, the bees are very vital to human survival and without them the possibility of pollination and food supplies faces a bleak future. Toxins or climate change? You decide.

are certainly not treated that way. It is undeniable that the exclusion of Taiwan from WHO creates dangerous loopholes in global disease prevention system. To combat the coronavirus epidemic (COVID-19), we cannot afford to leave Taiwan left out again.

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he cancer treatments of tomorrow are being studied today by two young scientists who have each received one of the country’s most prestigious awards, a Rutherford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship. Dr Emma Davison and Dr Lisa Pilkington from the University of Auckland’s School of Chemical Sciences are at the forefront of cancer therapy development. Dr Davison’s work is in one of the breakthrough areas in cancer treatment; immunotherapy. Immunotherapy works by using the bodies’ white blood cells to recognise cancer cells so that the patient’s own immune system can seek out and destroy them. But the immune system is not very good at doing this by itself and needs to be stimulated using vaccines. In the most advanced area of cancer immunotherapy, these vaccines can be personalised so that the patient’s immune system is instructed to kill a specific type of cancer but currently they take on average 3-4 months to design and manufacture. “That’s far too long for a newly diagnosed patient to wait for treatment,” Dr Davison says. “We need to

dramatically speed up the process so that eventually, the patient can receive their personal cancer therapy on the same day as their diagnosis.” She is working to achieve this using what scientists call automated flow synthesis, another leading discovery in chemistry whereby chemical compounds are joined together in a continuous stream which is many times faster than traditional ‘stopstart’ methods. Traditional methods of making vaccines involve a lot of trial and error in the laboratory so they not only take a long time but are extremely labour intensive. Dr Davison’s work with automated flow synthesis will not only produce vaccines faster - in a few hours - but will also be cheaper, reduce chemical waste, and is able to incorporate computers and robotics. “Automated flow synthesis is a very exciting area of chemistry and I believe it has huge potential in the future to help with the rapid discovery and delivery of new drugs,” Dr Davison says. “I’m incredibly grateful to be given the opportunity through a Rutherford Fellowship to focus on this

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research.” Dr Pilkington’s work is also in medicinal chemistry but at the forefront of new drug discovery. She is utilising some of the newest statistical technologies to increase the efficiency of one of the key processes in drug development, creating a quantitative structure-activity relationship or QSAR. A QSAR is the relationship between the structure of a chemical compound and its biological activity and is essentially a representation of the way chemical compounds interact with living matter. Understanding a QSAR and using it to optimise biological activity of a

chemical compound is at the core of developing new drugs that have the desired effect in humans. Using machine learning techniques and R, a statistical software programme first developed at the University of Auckland, Dr Pilkington’s work will incorporate features into the QSAR process that haven’t been applied to the problem before and which should help make drug discovery much more efficient, saving both time and money. This could mean that new drugs are discovered and get to patients far faster that they currently do. “The new methodology will create a new tool to bring

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Botany leads a revolution as research reveals four in five Kiwis concerned about hearing On Thursday 20th March local audiologist, Columba Park, celebrated the opening of her new business in Botany, the very first Specsavers Audiology in the country. The opening came as research revealed that an estimated 1.9 million New Zealanders (83%) over the age of 40 have felt concerned about their own hearing, yet three in five (60%) of these people in Auckland have put their hearing at risk by not seeing a medical professional. Columba, who has worked in the industry for nearly ten years, commented; “I am thrilled to be joining the team at Specsavers Botany to offer my audiology services to the local community and help even more people to find affordable options for their hearing loss. It is extremely rewarding to become a part of a patient’s journey and see a change in their lives. “Our research shows that there are lots of people in the community who are concerned about their hearing but so many who have not done anything about it. “If left untreated, hearing loss can have a devastating impact on a person’s life, leading to mental fatigue and sometimes even depression. “Studies have also shown that in older people hearing loss adversely affects cognitive performance and can increase the risk of dementia.” The research also showed that less than half (43%) of Aucklanders over the age of 40 have had their hearing tested in

Audiologist Columba Park celebrates opening with Specsavers Country Director Brendan Thompson, Audiology Manager NZ Paul Rolfe, and local resident Brian Williams. Photos supplied the last three years, the timeframe recommended by audiology professionals. Local Howick resident, Brian Williams, is one of the many people who will benefit from Columba’s new business. Speaking about his hearing, Brian said, “I’ve been having trouble with loss for a few years now, but I’ve been ignoring the fact that it’s been getting worse – I’ve probably been in denial about it. “My wife has been encouraging me to have a test done and she’s pretty sure I need hearing aids as I have the TV up quite high and have trouble hearing her. I don’t know what I’m missing out on really, so hopefully it’ll make a big difference if I

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aping regulation that balances helping cigarette smokers quit while not encouraging new users, will be introduced to Parliament today, Associate Health Minister Jenny Salesa said. “The Bill aims to strike the right balance between making sure vaping is available for smokers who want to use it as a quit tool for cigarettes while ensuring vaping products are not marketed or sold to children and young people,” Salesa said.

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approach that responds to many of the concerns regarding vaping,” Salesa said. “Our Government has heard from a large number of smokers who say vaping is helpful for them to able to quit cancer-causing cigarettes. “However we have also heard from parents, teachers and principals who want to make sure vaping companies are stopped from marketing to kids. “I am proud our Government is introducing a Bill that helps New Zealand achieve our Smokefree 2025 Goal by giving smokers choices in how they give up, but that it also discourages our kids from taking vaping up if they’ve never smoked before.” The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Bill will be introduced to Parliament on Monday, 24 February. It will receive its first reading in March when the Bill will then be referred to the Health Select Committee. “The Government is keen to hear from New Zealanders about where they think the

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such as Wattyl, Dulux and Resene, and work with oil and water-based paints. We also advise on the correct sheen to use as this can make a big difference in high traffic areas, wet rooms, or where exterior walls are exposed to the worst of the elements.” All East Auckland Painting Ltd., clients’ receive an on-site consultation and FREE, written, noobligation quote so there are no surprises. A fastidious tradesman, Greg is proud of his team’s reputation for working efficiently and leaving everything clean and tidy at the end of the day. “Whether we are painting a ceiling, refreshing interior rooms or tackling a full exterior repaint, we take pride in our workmanship.” To give your house a facelift with a fresh coat of paint, call Greg at: East Auckland Painting Ltd, P: 536-4356 M: 027- 619 2619 E: eastaucklandpainting@xtra.co.nz

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INSPIRING A COMMUNITY OF PASSIONATE LEARNERS

Proudly Congratulating our 2019 NCEA Scholarship and Excellence Students

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Top students celebrate their success with family and teachers at the Howick College Excellence Evening

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Howick’s last Fencible passed away in 1902 As Howick and districts count down to the 175th anniversary, the Times continues its series by Alan La Roche giving readers a glimpse of life as it used to be. The countdown began at the 170th in 2017.

orporal Thomas Heath died in January 1902 aged 87 and was buried in All Saints Anglican cemetery with full military honours. Thomas came from Trowbridge, Wiltshire in England. He joined the Royal Marines as a young man but was wounded fighting in Syria for which he received a Silver Medal and was discharged when only 27-years-old. Only six soldiers per regiment of 100 men were allowed to marry while on service. When they were discharged, they looked for a wife. Thomas married Jane aged 22 years six months before sailing to New Zealand. His pension for military service was five pence a day for life which was a paltry income. The Fencible soldiers and fami-

lies on the Sir George Seymour sailed from London in August 1847. Thomas suffered from dysentery and the ship’s doctor gave him small doses of turpentine with opium with good results. Sailing down the coast of Africa, a well-armed pirate ship circled the Sir George Seymour, forcing the captain to order all women and children below decks and soldiers in uniform to parade on deck. The pirates demanded, “what are you carrying and to where?” After three days the pirates gave up and sailed away. The Sir George Seymour’s captain was greatly relieved as in the ship’s hold he had wooden crates of gold sovereigns and half sovereigns for 700 soldier’s pensions over their

ANNIVERSARY seven-year term of service in Auckland. Thomas, Jane and other passengers were trans-shipped from Auckland to Waipaparoa-Howick Beach on December 16,1847 where local Maori helped build raupo whares until the Government built their wooden cottages. Corporal Thomas Heath and his wife Jane lived in Wellington Street

Jane and Thomas Heath wearing his Syrian Silver Medal, in 1897 at Howick Fencible 50th reunion. Image supplied

and soon had seven children. After Sergeant Patrick Pearce died, they moved in 1861 into his larger cottage in Nelson Street. Thomas was able to buy five acres in Gills Road, Pakuranga, for 10 guineas [just over $20] and grazed six head of cattle. Making butter was a good income in the early years. Later potatoes and cabbages were profitable crops. Thomas Heath was one of the younger Fencible soldiers and worked as a labourer for Anglican Reverend Vicesimus Lush on his Cockle Bay farm where he dug ditches for drainage and boundary fences, as well as harvesting wheat and oats. His youngest daughter Sarah Heath used to clean All Saints Church and launder the priest’s

surplice using the old-fashioned iron with a curved funnel kept hot by using red hot coals from the kitchen fire. Their cottage and garden in Nelson Street (opposite Owairoa School of today) was bought after Sarah died in 1957 by the Howick Play Centre. But in 1968 the old cottage was demolished for a new building as well as the old orchard behind with camellia and holly trees that were in front of the cottage. Thomas Heath’s wife Jane died in 1913 aged 88 and many of their descendants still live in the area today. Many of the hard-working but moderate drinking early settlers lived long and productive lives. Alan La Roche Howick Historian

Fencible scholarships announced The Fencible Foundation has awarded scholarships to three local sportspeople. This year’s scholarships have been awarded to Lisa Putt, Oliver Hanham and Carter Hackett. Fencible Foundation chairman Graeme Heaphy said each scholarship has a value of up to $2000 per annum for three years. “Scholarships are awarded to applicants who have demonstrated their commitment to their chosen sport on and off the competition pitch. Playing at an elite level is also an expected criteria,” Heaphy said. Lisa Putt studied at St Kentigern College and plays netball, touch and athletics. “Lisa is an outstanding young prospect in all her sports,” said Heaphy. Her career sporting achievements include: ■■ Saint Kentigern College (SKC) Premier Touch Girls Team ■■ SKC Premier Netball Team ■■ SKC Netball Player of the Year ■■ Auckland Secondary Schools Netball Premier Champions ■■ Upper North Island Secondary Schools (UNISS) Netball Premier Champions, named MVP of the Final New Zealand Secondary Schools Netball Development Camp ■■ Squad Member of Netball Northern Elite Player Pathway 2018-2019 ■■ Howick Pakuranga Netball Under 19 team, named Captain and MVP, placed 5th at New Zealand Championships ■■ Named in Comets Netball Training Squad for 2020 ■■ Counties Manukau Touch Under 18 Girls Team National Champions ■■ Selected for New Zealand Under 20 Women’s Team for Trans-Tasman Tour 2020 ■■ Selected for Manukau Raiders Touch Team for the Inaugural National Premier Touch League ■■ Lisa intends to study a Bachelor of Science degree at Auckland University. Oliver Hanham studied at Pakuranga College and competes in BMX through local club the Mountain Raiders. “Oliver impressed with his level of competition but also by how much he gives back to his sport as a coach,” Heaphy said.

Oliver’s achievements include: ■■ 2019 Most Improved Overall & 1st 17-29 Mixed (Mountain Raiders BMX Club) ■■ 2018 BMX New Zealand National Series Champion (16 yr boys) ■■ 2018 South Island Champion (Cruiser 24” 13-16 yr boys) ■■ 2017 North Island #5 20” (15 yr boys) #3 Cruiser 24” (14-16 yr boys) ■■ 2016 National 6 (14 boys) ■■ Cycling New Zealand level 1 accredited coach ■■ BMX New Zealand North Island Volunteer Coach of the Year 2018 (as member of Mountain Raiders BMX coaching team). ■■ Oliver intends to study a Bachelor of Engineering & Exercise Science degree at Auckland University. Carter Hackett, studied at Pakuranga College and plays rugby for the Pakuranga United Rugby Club and the Tamaki Lightning American Football Club. Carter impressed the Foundation with his commitment to his sport, working hard on his fitness as well as working week as an apprentice builder. Carter’s achievements include: ■■ Rugby, Pakuranga College 1st XV (2015-2017) Captain in 2017. ■■ Pakuranga College 1st XV Player of the year (2017) ■■ Auckland Rugby U18 Divisional Captain (2017) ■■ Pakuranga United U20s Captain (2018) ■■ Auckland U19s Academy (2018) ■■ Auckland U19s (2018) ■■ Pakuranga United Premiers (3 Caps) (2019) ■■ American Football: (5 Seasons, 2014-2019) ■■ Tamaki Lightning U16’s (2014-2016) Captain in 2016 ■■ Tamaki Lightning U16’s National Champions (2015-2016) ■■ Tamaki Lighting U16’s MVP (20152016) ■■ Tamaki Lightning U19’s (2016-2018) ■■ Tamaki Lightning U19’s Captain (2017-2018) ■■ Tamaki Lightning U19’s National Champions (2017-2018) ■■ Tamaki Lightning U19’s MVP (20172018) ■■ AFA U19 Kiwi Bowl MVP (20172018) ■■ New Zealand Down Under Bowl Captain (2018) ■■ Tamaki Lightning Seniors (2019) ■■ Carter is completing a Carpentry apprenticeship through the BCITO and Axion Projects.

Rotary Community River Carnival The weather gods were smiling and the sun was shining bright this year at the Rotary Community River Carnival recently hosted by the Pakuranga Rotary Club. Every man, woman, child and their dog was there at the Bramley Reserve to enjoy the perfect family day out at the event supported by the Howick Local Board.

The free community event had lots of children enjoy the magic show, jump slide and the animal farm as well as the air trick mat, water sports and yummy food on sale. Adding a green lining to the event were students from Enviroschool Farm Cove Intermediate managing the colour coded bins to help people with waste man-

agement. Rotarian Sylvie Wilkinson from Rotary Club of Pakuranga said that at the last minute they pulled the plug on some of the fun water activities for kids. “We had booked the Zorb and water walkers but decided to drop it at the last minute, due to the water shortage and prolonged dry conditions.”

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Eastern Busway on schedule

rogress to build stage 1 of the Eastern Busway is within budget and on schedule for completion in 2021. Work to build the new busway bridge reached a major milestone recently with the delivery of the beams that will span the length of the bridge. Two beams are currently on site, delivered independently by road from Whangarei. The delivery by truck was the largest ever single haul delivered from Northland. These are the largest single steel beams ever to be fabricated in NZ. The rollers required for the bridge to be launched into place are manufactured in Germany and weigh 6 tonnes each. There are currently 2 rollers on site with 2 more to be delivered next week The steel for the beams is manufactured in Korea, laboratory tested in both Korea and on arrival in New Zealand. The steel plate is cut and beams fabricated, painted and

transported by Culham Engineering in Whangarei. There are three main beams; The river edge beams are 66.5m each and the middle beam is 73.5 m. Each beam weighs more than 100 tonne Two piers are under constructed in the estuary. Each pier encompasses 8 foundation piles to hold the bridge. Each pile is 360 cubic meters of concrete poured in a single placement. The piers are formed by constructing a temporary steel boat weighing 75 Tonnes which is floated into position and lowered to bed of the estuary. Each pier has 2 columns constructed on top, each 7 m in height. Other key recent milestones in the project include the new layout of Panmure Roundabout into an intersection and laying the first concrete along sections of the new busway.

Drone footage shows the project is well on its way to completion in 2021.

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Carpark baby assault An incident where a man was alleged to have assaulted a baby in a car on Monday February 17 in Howick is now before the courts. According to eyewitnesses, a man reached inside a vehicle window and attempted to grab a child who was seated. The child’s grandmother pulled the man’s arms down, and a member of the public subdued the attacker by punching and tackling him.

KiNZ Mission Heights in Flat Bush tied for top prize in the Late Bloomers Widest Sunflower Head category. Photos supplied

Late blooming sunflowers delight kindergarten kids Three kindergartens – including one in Flat Bush – were declared winners in the Daltons Late Bloomers Competition, part of the much-loved Daltons Sunflowers in Kindergartens Project. The kindergartens received awards for the Late Bloomers Tallest Sunflower and for the first time, there was a tie for the Widest Sunflower Head Award, with two kindergartens growing the same massive sized sunflower head. The Late Bloomers Widest Sunflower Head Award winners were KiNZ Mission Heights in Flat Bush, part of the Auckland Kindergarten Association, and Central Kids Putauaki Kindergarten, part of Central Kids Kindergartens, who both grew sunflower heads that are 36cm wide – that’s bigger than a large dinner plate. KiNZ Mission Heights teacher Rahimah Milatu says; “For the past four months, our akonga engaged in the Daltons Sunflower Project and researched the best conditions and actions that could affect the growth of our sunflower plants. Throughout the project they tested various theories and

observed how the temperature, insects, birds and human actions impacted the plants. “We predicted which sunflower head would be the widest, but unfortunately missed the moment when they bloomed during the holidays. “Since we’ve returned, our akonga have explored the finished sunflower heads. They watched birds eating the sunflower seeds and discovered for themselves that they are indeed delicious, with many “This is tasty!” comments. “This journey of learning has really strengthened our tamariki’s understanding and relationships with nature and we are delighted to be one of the Widest Sunflower Head winners.” The winning kindergartens will receive a Daltons prize pack which includes a voucher for products they can use in their gardens; plus, a framed photo of their stunning sunflowers. Waimea Kindergarten, part of Nelson Tasman Kindergartens Association, took out the Late Bloomers Tallest Sunflower Award with their sunflower plant measuring in at 3.20 metres.

Police arrived soon after and arrested the man. A police spokesperson has issued the following:

“Police have charged a 33-year-old man following an incident on the morning of February 17 in Howick. The man has been charged with assaults child, assault with a weapon and threatens to do grievous bodily harm.” “He will next appear in the Manukau District Court on February 25. “As the matter is before the courts we are not in a position to comment further.”

New GM at helm as village turns 40 K

rissy Perrett is the new General Manager for the Howick Historical Village. Krissy has had extensive overseas experience in museum roles, including London sites The Garden Museum in Lambeth, and The Bermondsey Fashion & Textile Museum. Most recently she has been the Retail Operations Manager for Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki . This year the popular local living museum is turning 40. On Sunday, March 15, The village will be celebrating the milestone by putting on a Fete day for all the family to come and take a trip back in time, and experience what life was like for the early pioneer inhabitants of Howick & the east. In an extrapolation of the regular ‘Meet the villagers day’, visitors will be able to enjoy a fun filled day with pony rides, farm animals, fairground games, butter-churning displays, and enjoy tea, coffee, and delicious lunches and snacks at the famous Homestead cafe. Krissy says the village is also a great place to hold wedding receptions in its Bell House function area. “The authentic Victorian homestead dates back to 1851 and caters for up to 70 people. The historic Church dated to 1852, adorned with painted white walls & wooden pews, is a great place to exchange nuptials. “

Krissy perrett is the new GM at the HHV.

The village is also a popular filming location for local and overseas productions. For the future, Krissy has big plans for the village “The phenomenal effort of so many people have created this wonderful Village over the last 40 years; with continued strategic thinking we aim to further develop our selfsustaining income by increasing visitor numbers and providing an

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Applications will close on 29 May 2020 at 4.00pm. Priority will be given in accordance with the school’s enrolment scheme. Visit www.sanctamaria.school.nz for details.

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Ormiston Senior College is a modern secondary school catering for Years 11 - 13. Our vision is to prepare and inspire students to achieve their very best in a global society. We currently have a Support Staff vacancy available for a LABORATORY TECHNICIAN. We require an experienced Science Technician to support the senior science subjects. This is a position that covers the technical support of General Science, Chemistry, Physics and Biology for years 11 - 13. The successful applicant will join a collaborative Science Curriculum Team and will also need to work independently to carry out the tasks required. A good working knowledge of the senior science curriculum and health and safety in New Zealand schools would be an advantage. This position is permanent, part time, term time only with up to 25 hours per week. Immediate start Applications close on Monday 2 March 2020. Please forward your application, CV and covering letter to: Lynnette Greeff, at lgreeff@ormiston.school.nz 275 Ormiston Rd, Flat Bush, Auckland Phone (09) 551 2430 x 801 DE273807

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25hrs per week We are a 24/7 residential care facility looking for an Admin/Support Person Monday to Friday 9am to 2.30pm – would suit a parent with school age children The candidate needs to have a can do attitude – this position requires a person with a basic knowledge of office administration – Accounts payable, Data entry, Filing and Payroll.

• Must enjoy working with youth in a multicultural setting. • Have a current NZ practising certificate • Relevant RN clinical experience is required • Database training on Pupilweb will be provided The successful applicant will be expected to have a youth health qualification or be willing to work towards this. This position is part-time for 23.5 hours a week in school term time only.

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Please apply in writing with a cover letter and CV to: Principal’s Assitant, Tarren Nel: tnel@sehc.school.nz Sir Edmund Hillary Collegiate, Senior School PO Box 61 054, Otara, Manukau 2159 Phone: 09 274 5782 ext 106, Fax: 09 274 6972

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Unique opportunity to work within an expanding multi site General Practice enhancing your own career by working within our dynamic multidisciplinary healthcare team. Our team comprises of GPs, Nurse Practitioner & Experienced Practice Nurses along with an excellent supportive management and admin team. We are all proud to be innovative in and passionate about delivering quality healthcare. Our nursing scope is expanding all the time the variety in your day can be huge consisting of assessment, triage, chronic disease and lifestyle care, liquid nitrogen therapy, vaccinations, wound care, IV therapy, spirometry, smear taking and much more. 32 hours per week, one evening shift until 8.30pm. Key attributes and requirements to be in this role: ● Primary Care experience ● High standard of clinical knowledge and performance ● Current CPR Certificate ● Current Authorised Vaccinator status ● The ability to learn quickly ● The ability to work effectively with information technology and practice systems ● Eligible to work in NZ

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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. This is a re-advertised position so previous applicants will be considered. Applicants must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and a clean driver’s licence.

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18-23hrs per week We are a 24/7 residential care facility looking for an Evening Servery Person Variation on hours below during the first week of a new intake (18hrs for the week – no Sunday shift) Sunday 11.30am to 7pm and Monday to Thursday 3pm to 7pm for four weeks (23hrs per week) The candidate needs to have a can do attitude — this position requires an active person as the role involves working with cook, setting up dining area for children/family meals and then doing the dishes and clean-up of the kitchen and dining room afterwards. Key attributes for all roles: • Good timekeeping and reliability • Common sense • Friendly & sense of humour • Ability to work unattended • Loyal and trustworthy • Police vetting required Please email cover letter and CV to:

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Call for sporting nominations

Agnew’s Angle

Pakuranga United Rugby Club, on behalf of the Howick Local Board, are calling for nominations for the annual Sports Awards for the 2019 season. PURC’s Amanda Dyason said: “We are looking to receive as many nominations as possible for the various categories (see below). “A judging panel will select finalists, and a winner, for each category. Each nomination must be accompanied by a typewritten blurb of no more than 60 words stating why the nominee is worthy of the award.” “Additionally, please list the nominee’s achievement for the 2019 season.” Nominations close on Monday March 9 and can be forwarded to Amanda Dyason on email rugbyadmin@purc.co.nz. The awards evening is on Tuesday March 31 at the Pakuranga United Rugby Clubrooms at Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga. The evening will include a buffet dinner, awards ceremony and guest speaker Olympic gold medalist Rob Waddell. Finalists will receive complimentary tickets. Additional tickets can be purchased through Eventfinder at $45 per ticket.

ig mouth gypsy king Tyson Fury showed he could walk the walk as well as talk the talk when he stopped previously unbeaten WBC heavyweight boxing champion Deontay Wilder in the seventh round at Las Vegas on Sunday. With only one of the three judges awarding a round to knockout king Wilder, Fury was a convincing winner who carried the fight to the former champ and produced a sharp left jab and right cross Wilder couldn’t counter. He put down his opponent twice before Fury’s corner threw in the towel in the seventh after their battered man had blood pouring out of his ear. It was redemption for the 6ft 9in (195cm), 124kg Tyson who reckoned he was unlucky to have been given a drawn verdict in his previous crack at Wilder’s crown 14 months ago despite being knocked down twice. The second in the final 12th round looked to be a knockout until Fury miraculously leapt to his feet and took the fight to his opponent. Sunday’s win took the unbeaten Fury’s record to 30

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Tyson Fury’s emphatic victory at the weekend takes his record to 30 wins, 21 by knockout and one draw. Photo supplied

wins, 21 by knockout and one draw. For Wilder it was his first loss in 44 fights, all but two won by KO. Having been the undisputed champion upon beating Wladimir Klitschko in 2015 after the Ukranian giant had ruled for almost a decade, Tyson forfeited his fist-full of titles because of his addiction to drugs and alcohol. That allowed Anthony Joshua, Wilder and Joseph Parker to divvy them up. Parker has since lost his and Joshua has regained his five after losing them to Andy Ruiz jnr. who turned up fat and unfit for the return. Hopes that Joshua and Wilder

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would clash in a winner-takeall contest never eventuated, presumably because neither wanted to gamble his world championship status at the cost of millions. However the super confident Tyson is likely to call Joshua out in an attempt to unify the heavyweight crown. That would make a pleasant change and give boxing back the credibility it lacks. An enigma who talks like a crazy man but boxes smart and can be genuinely funny, Tyson deserves credit for overcoming his previous addictions and getting himself fit. Having played the cocky clown by dropping his hands and inviting Wilder to hit him

in their first fight, he kept his promise of taking the fight to the champ in the second. He also tired Wilder by applying headlocks in the clinches, a la Muhammad Ali when he stopped floating like a butterfly. Having lost just one fight, Wilder is not a spent force and is still capable of lowering the boom on anybody with his right. Ruiz Jnr is also a danger if he prepares properly and Joseph Parker will need to get stronger to complement his speed if he is to be a genuine contender. Meanwhile full marks to 6ft 8in Kyle Jamieson who took four wickets and scored 44, including four sixes, in his first crack with ball and bat in the Basin Reserve cricket test over the first three days. His was a dream test debut after he was called in for Neil Wagner who stayed home to witness the birth of his first child. It was also pleasing to see Colin de Grandhomme pace himself sensibly in reaching 43 before Trent Boult produced a sharp 38. ■■ Ivan Agnew is an awardwinning sports writer.

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Mystery Creek wins Polo Open M

ystery Creek polo team won New Zealand’s most prestigious polo final yesterday, the BMW NZ Polo Open, held at Auckland Polo Club. The dynamic team of John-Paul Clarkin, Kit Brooks, Ethan Wade and Will Harper beat South Island’s Glenmark team, Pete Dormer, James Harper, Lachie Gilmore and Sam Martin in a highly competitive match, 11-7. Six teams competed for the renowned polo tournament throughout the week made up of the nation’s top players as well as professional players from Australia, Argentina and England. Most valuable player went to Will Harper in the Mystery Creek team while his father, England polo captain James Harper playing for Glenmark won champion pony with a mare owned by Dean Geddes of Canterbury.

The winning Mystery Creek team members Kit Brooks, John-Paul Clarkin, Ethan Wade, Will Harper. Photo supplied

After a record 46 days of no rain in Auckland, the morning of the event was met with showers that did little to deter the crowd who were there to enjoy the polo and all the event had to offer. The side-lines were packed for the infamous car versus horse race. First place went to the mighty BMW 8 Series Coupé with its powerful turbocharged V8 engine, that can achieve 0-100km/h in just 3.7 seconds. The Fashion on the Field competition was extremely strong boasting a colourful contingency of fashionable pieces and classic style. · Best-dressed woman was Julia Ford; best-dressed man Nathaniel Bryant and best accessory went to Jesper Lagerbaeck. As the sun set on the 43rd NZ Polo Open the evening kicked on with guests enjoying the George FM afterparty on the Chukka Lawn.

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