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I NFO R M A T I O N GU I DE

Contents Welcome �������������������������� 4

Health & Beauty �������������������15-17

Important Numbers/Services ������������� 5

Remembrance ��������������������� 18

History ������������������������� 6-7

Professionals ���������������������� 19

Community ���������������������� 8-9

Pets ���������������������������� 20

Drury ��������������������������� 10

Around the Home ������������������� 21

Education & Childcare ���������������� 11-13

Rural ��������������������������� 22

Dining & Entertainment ��������������� 14

Motoring ������������������������� 23

Keeping up with the news New residents to South Auckland will quickly learn that keeping up with local happenings is a breeze.

That’s because the district is served by a variety of local news services which provide the latest happenings as well as valued information on living in South Auckland.

Indeed, residents have easy access to coverage of council decisions, sports, the arts, education, health, entertainment and all manner of local issues and events. They can also read about major individual achievements and local business progress. Importantly, South Auckland residents are kept in the know!

Community newspapers are delivered every week across the district, and are a great source of information on virtually everything happening locally.

Auckland Council also posts to all residents a regular update on its decisions and public activities keeping South Aucklanders informed about council developments.

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WE LCOME

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Welcome to the district...

Congratulations on choosing to live in this colourful, multi-cultural area of Auckland – the south is a diverse community with a wealth of amenities for every age group.

Botanic Gardens at Manurewa is free to the public and offers many hectares of gardens, walks and recreational areas as well as cafe facilities.

From Manukau in the north, through to Papakura in the south, the region is enjoying a resurgence of growth as prospective homeowners discover affordable and attractive housing among a range of properties within new and existing suburbs.

At the other end of the road, so to speak, is Papakura, a district which has been welcoming settlers for 150 years.

Now, 2020 sees ongoing development of diverse housing projects with green spaces and shopping, attracting those wanting value without sacrificing lifestyle.

At Manukau, new apartments and hotels are springing up in close proximity to its comprehensive and central shopping city. These are also close to the Manukau train station and Manukau Technical Institute campus situated at Hayman Park (at the corner of Manukau Station Road and Davies Avenue), directly above Manukau Station.

With its proud heritage, Papakura is facing a vibrant future boosted by new neighbourhoods including those in Takanini, Karaka and Drury. At the centre of this population growth is its handy location, close to the Manukau Harbour, with easy access to the Southern Motorway, being a bonus.

A new state-of-the-art rail hub and station is presently being built at the Puhinui station site.

Nearby is the Manukau District Court, the long-standing fun park, Rainbow’s End, the architecturally relevant, Vodafone Events Centre, the Vector Wero Whitewater Park and the Manukau SuperClinic which provides specialist outpatient appointments and day procedures.

But the wonderful facilities of South Auckland go beyond central Manukau. To the east there still remains easy access to the countryside and facilities such as pony clubs and sports parks.

As one heads further south, the magnificent Auckland

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The area’s amenities also offer lifestyle opportunities with key facilities such as Massey Park Stadium and Pools, McLennan Park and the world-class facilities at Bruce Pulman Park, all making Papakura the sporting hub of South Auckland.

New locals will find an excellent museum, library, art gallery, theatres, plenty of dining facilities and much more.

With a train and bus station in the heart of Papakura, transport links to Auckland’s CBD and centres such as Manukau, Sylvia Park and Newmarket are excellent.

Papakura town centre is a colourful and safe place to shop with its planter boxes, supportive business community and excellent CCTV system. Shopping, schools, medical facilities and professional and trade services abound. So, enjoy your new home – you are living in a great part of New Zealand.

I M P O RT A NT NU M B E R S/ SE R V I C E S Alcohol and Drug Helpline ���������������� 0800 787 797 Citizens Advice Bureau ������������������ 0800 367 222 Civil Defence ������������������������ 0800 222 200 Coastguard Auckland �������������������09 303 4303 If no reply, phone Police Counties Care A&M (Papakura) ��������������09 299 9380 Electric Power Lines Down (Counties Power) ����0800 100 202 Emergencies Police, Fire, Ambulance ���������������� 111 Gas Leaks/Broken Mains (Vector) �����������0800 764 764 Healthline ������������������������� 0800 611 116 Hospitals Middlemore Hospital ������������������ 09 276 0000 Manukau Superclinic ������������������� 09 277 1660 Kidz First Children’s Hospital ������������� 09 276 0000 Franklin Memorial Hospital ���������������09 235 9284 Pukekohe Hospital ���������������������09 237 0600 Kidsline ���������������������������0800 543 754 Lifeline 24 Hr Counselling ����������������0800 543 354 MPI – Animal Welfare Complaints ���������� 0800 008 333 – Pest & Disease Hotline (Animal & Plant) �� 0800 809 966

Noise Control 24 hr service ���������������� 09 301 0101 Plunketline Free Parent Helpline ������������ 0800 933 922 Poisons & Hazardous Chemicals 24 hr service ����0800 764 766 Police – Counties/Manukau District Headquarters �� 09 261 1300 – Papakura Central Police Station ������� 09 295 0200 – Manurewa Police Station ����������� 09 268 5800 SPCA – Mangere �����������������������09 256 7300 Watercare (Faults & Emergencies Press 1) ������� 09 442 2222 Womens & Childrens Refuge Crisis Line ������� 0800 733 843 Victim Support ���������������������� 0800 842 846 Useful websites: Auckland Council ���������� www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Citizens Advice Bureau ���������������� www.cab.org.nz Civil Defence ���������������� www.civildefence.govt.nz Metservice �������������������� www.metservice.com Neighbourhood Support ��� www.neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz New Zealand Immigration ������� www.immigration.govt.nz Papakura Business Association ������������� 09 298 8996 ��������������������������� www.papakura.co.nz Police �������������������������www.police.govt.nz

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HIS TORY

Built on rich heritage Housing around Papakura, Takanini, Drury and surrounds continues to mushroom with thousands of new homes either underway or in the pipeline for completion in the next few years.

Umupuia in the east (sometimes called Duder’s Beach).

That particular Marae is the Mana Whenua Marae of the Ngai Tai iwi of Umpuia and Tamaki Makaurau and it has a unique place in the area’s history.

While modern apartments, terrace houses and affordable housing together with attractive estates bring new life and wealth to the south, it is timely to remember the district has rich Maori and European settler histories.

In addition to the land’s cultural and economic value to tangata whenua, the area, particularly further south and to the west, has long been in agricultural and horticultural use especially as one draws closer to Bombay and Pukekohe before heading west.

The name, Papakura is a Maori word believed to have originated from ‘papa’, meaning earth or flat and ‘kura’ meaning red, reflecting the rich, fertile soil upon which the community was founded.

The tangata whenua of the area dates back many centuries, before European colonisation and hapu can trace their whakapapa back to the Tainui waka.

There was a time when several pa stood across the region including at the western end of the Paerata ridge, while another stood above the plain east of Papakura at Red Hill, strategically placed to control the inner reaches of the harbour and north-south routes east to the Clevedon area. Two other pa sites were at the mouth of Slippery Creek which was associated with settlements and cultivations.

The influential Maori presence, includes the Marae at

Also an early frontier settlement, the first Europeans made their home in these southern reaches of Auckland some 150 years ago under what was then the Waikato Immigration Scheme. Many of those original 4000 immigrants, tempted by the offer of free land, settled in the wider Papakura area and also further south in the Franklin district. They came mostly from the United Kingdom and the Cape Colony, leaving behind families and everything familiar to them.

After a long sea voyage, they then faced long delays before even setting foot on ‘their’ new land with most living in disused army barracks, tents, or shacks.

In particular, Drury’s development as a colonial settlement focused on the Great South Road, accommodation and rural services while the Papakura area once featured coal, clay and kauri gum industries. Adjacent sources of employment, apart from Auckland city, included the former Kingseat

Aviation has roots in Papakura Few people know that the first controlled powered flight in New Zealand took place over Papakura in February 1911.

Pioneering aviators, Vivian and his brother, Leo Walsh built a British-designed Howard Wright biplane from imported plans. When completed, a group of spectators watched Vivian fly the ‘Manurewa’ more than 350m at a height of 20m over Glencora Park – an amazing feat for that era.

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The brothers went on to found the New Zealand Flying School, with Vivian becoming the first New Zealander to obtain an aviator’s certificate and, of course, today, Ardmore Airfield, which is home to the New Zealand Warbirds Association, and local flying clubs, continue the area’s long association with aviation.

H I ST O R Y

Manurewa – a central hub and Ravensthorpe Hospitals, Middlemore Hospital, the freezing works at Otahuhu-Westfield and, later, the Glenbrook Steel Mill.

The New Zealand War, principally in Waikato, impacted on the whole area and all peoples, but colonial and imperial camps and specific events were more localised.

Military camps were also established in the district during the Second World War: these included the New Zealand military camp on the northeast side of Papakura and United States Army camps near Pukekohe.

However, all this is but a snapshot of the district’s background, yet, hopefully, it forms a springboard for exploring further because, there is some fascinating reading for those who wish to delve into the past.

Lying between Manukau centre and Papakura is the suburb of Manurewa with its central town centre housing a number of professional services such as accountants, lawyers, physiotherapists and orthodontists. In addition there are essential services such as libraries, schools, and the Local Board office.

Manurewa has a varied retail offering which includes a variety of cafés, and beauty services and the town centre itself has a large number of medical and personal services.

In particular, Manurewa is well known for the Auckland Botanic Gardens and also the Nathan Homestead, home to the Manurewa Community Arts Centres, both on Hill Rd. With congestion a problem across Auckland, Manurewa’s centrally located train station is ideal for commuting to other parts of Auckland City.

Visit www.manurewabusiness.co.nz where you will find an extensive community and business directory.

Manurewa (left) towards Takanini (right) and Karaka/Papakura.

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COMMUNIT Y

Peace tree still stands Schools may be places of formal learning but when the Reverend W.C. Wood planted an acorn in the Papakura School grounds on July 19, 1919, as a contribution to the local peace celebrations after the First World War, the school yard took on new meaning.

This ‘peace oak’ was intended not so much as a war memorial but as a symbolic commemoration of peace and victory.

The tree and accompanying plaque can still be seen near the north-western boundary of what is now Central Park, within view of the Papakura-Karaka First World War memorial.

Peace Tree

Fresh flowers for that special occasion or person, gourmet foods to please the palate, large range of gorgeous giftwares to suit all budgets, balloons, Wild Ferns body products and a large range of luxury silk flowers.

READY TO GROW Identified as a future metropolitan centre in the Auckland Unitary Plan, Papakura offers much to people looking to work, live and play in south-east Auckland.

With a vibrant shopping centre, wide range of public transport options, new supermarkets and service businesses and booming real estate that includes a new wave of apartment developments under construction, the district is attracting people and businesses from all over Auckland.

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COMMUNITY

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Manukau For many years the wider Manukau district was mostly rural with settlement escalating after the Second World War. The 50’s then the 60’s and 70’s saw development of suburbs such as Manurewa, Hillpark, Totara Heights and later The Gardens plus other new housing subdivisions.

With the amalgamation of Manukau County and Manurewa Borough in 1965, Manukau City was formed but it wasn’t until New Zealand-wide reorganisation of local government took place in 1989 that Manukau City absorbed Papatoetoe City and Howick Borough too. However, it lost some land to the newly formed Papakura District.

For the next 21 years it thrived and under progressive mayors saw burgeoning growth across its multi-cultural region especially in the east. But then, on November 1, 2010 Manukau City Council was abolished and the governed area was amalgamated into the Manukau, Howick, ManurewaPapakura, and Franklin wards of the new Auckland ‘SuperCity’.

New infrastructure saw the completion of the southwestern motorway from Manukau to connect with the north-western motorway via the new Waterview tunnel.

Continuing works on the Southern Motorway has seen changes at the Takanini junction with road widening between Takanini and Papakura. A 4.5km cycle and pedestrian walkway is being built between Papakura and Takanini.

The name Manukau, from the Manukau Harbour west of the city, is of Maori origin, and means ‘wading birds’ although it has been suggested that the name of the harbour was also sometimes rendered as Manuka, meaning a ‘marker post’.

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DRURY

Auranga estate blossoms The new Auranga housing estate accessed from Bremner Rd, Drury is well underway and, in time, is expected to have 1000-1500 new homes.

“I want to bring back community values like knowing everyone in your street and knowing your kids are safe to play freely around the neighbourhood.”

In late in 2017, Auranga’s managing director, Charles Ma, received Auckland Council planning committee’s approval to extend the initial subdivision. This involved rezoning the 84.6ha extension as mixed housing urban and mixed housing suburban.

Mr Ma says he is immensely proud that everyone has worked so hard and well together, resulting in the application to rezone the greenfields site for residential development being unanimously supported.

In light of this thinking, the Auranga Coastal Walkway (bordering the residential development) has opened and will cover five kilometres with a dog park and playground on route. Mr Ma and his team of urban designers and planners have taken a macro – ‘more than insulation’ – view of sustainability.

Homes within Auranga (meaning ‘a life force that sets progress in motion’) will include apartments, duplexes, terraced and stand-alone homes. At least 200 will be affordable homes.

“Auranga is about people, community and providing the foundations for good living,” says Mr Ma. “Often developments try to create a sense of community, but end up being just rows of houses with no heart and little atmosphere. I love timeless, elegant aesthetics and beautiful outdoor spaces. Auranga will be a celebration of traditional architecture and visually stunning surroundings that will encourage people to connect.

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“Sustainability has to be the whole picture. We have designed the street network to reduce vehicle kilometres travelled per household by up to 30 per cent. And, with the expansion of employment nodes in Auckland’s south we hope to achieve employment levels as high as 92 per cent self-sufficiency; that’s more local jobs than anywhere else in urban Auckland,” Mr Ma says.

Auranga Coastal Walkway

For people wanting to work outside the area, the proposed new railway station at Drury and electrification of the existing rail line will help provide congestion-free connections north and south. The subdivision already has easy motorway access and a new town centre and hospital are likely outcomes in the future. About 30,000 native and eco-sourced plants are also being planted at Auranga, making its green spaces particularly attractive.

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EDUCATION & C HI L D C A RE

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Primary & Intermediate Schools 2020 Term One: Monday, Jan 27-Friday, Feb 7 – Thursday, April 9 Term Two: Tuesday, April 28 – Friday, July 3 Term Three: Monday, July 20 – Friday, September 25 Term Four: Monday, October 12 – Friday, December 18** Term One 2021: Monday, Feb 1-Tuesday, Feb 9 – Friday, April 16 ** Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 384 half days in 2020.

Secondary Schools 2020 Term One: Monday, Jan 27-Friday, Feb 7 – Thursday, April 9 Term Two: Monday, April 28 – Friday, July 3 Term Three: Monday, July 20 – Friday, September 25 Term Four: Monday, October 12 – Friday, December 16** Term One 2021: Monday, Feb 1-Tuesday, Feb 9 – Friday, April 16

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Pre-school to high-school Education is one thing new South Auckland families don’t have to worry about. From childcare and pre-school facilities through to secondary college, as well as extra-curricular activities and tuition, the district is well catered for with new schools planned in some areas.

When it comes to pre-school care, parents can be confident they will find something to suit their personal needs.

In addition to playcentres and kindergartens, there are numerous childcare centres which offer all day care for children from working families. Some of these cater for very young babies and some may take primary aged children after school has finished.

Centres adhere to strict regulations and offer proper sleeping arrangements for young infants. Some provide hot meals during the day and most have excellent indoor/ outdoor facilities. All employ trained staff and work to government guidelines when it comes to teacher/child ratios, social programmes and developmental skills.

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Newcomers to South Auckland can be confident about local schools too. The wider area is well endowed with quality primary and secondary schools, some in rural districts which offer a touch of country to their focus. While most secondary schools and many primary schools are subject to zoning, it is possible in some cases for out of zone pupils to be placed in a school of choice if there are unfilled places. Some have no zoning restrictions.

Most local schools have an open door policy when it comes to community interest and parental enquiries are welcomed.

When seeking an appropriate school enquire about special programmes such as music, drama, catering, science, environmental sustainability and sports programmes.

As well as formal state and private education facilities, there are also opportunities to attend hobby classes and special interest groups with tuition on a variety of subjects. South Auckland offers people of all ages and cultures exciting ways of learning in a structured or informal environment.

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DINING & E NT E RT A I NM E NT

Added facilities in new hotels There is a diverse range of excellent entertainment and dining venues throughout South Auckland.

While dining out can be haphazard when patrons are unfamiliar with their local restaurants, by taking a drive around the local district, newcomers will become familiar with the area and will gain a feel for the many and varied eateries available.

has it all. In fact, with its selection of contemporary and ethnic cafes, bars, coffee houses and diverse takeaway outlets, not to mention that the hugely popular and upbeat Manurewa Cosmopolitan Club plus nearby Weymouth Cosmopolitan Club, this diverse area offers locals loads of choice.

New residents will find local café owners and restaurateurs to be accommodating and willing to oblige special requests such as vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free meals if advised early enough. However, some venues already have a range of vegetarian choices on their menus. Remember, too, come public holidays, many waiver surcharges.

Beyond the dining scene, South Auckland also offers pub gigs, concert venues and cinemas. The Hawkins Theatre community cinema and performing arts venue has been an essential part of Papakura for the past 25 years. It provides a venue for everything from local theatre to shows of all description. It also hosts a season of films. Nearby is the popular Off Broadway Theatre home of the Papakura Theatre Company renowned for its annual programme.

Regardless of whether one is seeking a laid-back family restaurant which is priced accordingly, casual BYO wine café, a local ‘drinking hole’ with great bar snacks or an upmarket venue with quality cuisine, the local district

At Manukau, the Vodafone Events Centre hosts many concerts as well as sports, cultural and corporate events.

The new Sebel Hotel, offering visitor accommodation and excellent dining has now opened.

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HE A L T H & B E A U T Y

Total wellbeing In addition to GPs and dental services you’ll find plenty of health and beauty treatment opportunities in South Auckland. Whether it’s a special occasion or simply general upkeep, local residents will find the district offers beauty and massage therapists, hairdressers, nail technicians and various health practitioners, including acupuncturists.

Whether you’re looking for a deep cleansing facial, Thai herbal massage, traditional Chinese medicine or an express pedicure, there is no end of clinics, studios or salons to choose from.

Natural health therapists offer many forms of relief from various problems and conditions, aiming to give their clients relief from distressing conditions.

For some, a spa treatment, inner cleaning, hair appointment, skin rejuvenation or massage is a regular ritual not to be missed. Explore your local area and discover a wealth of professionals ready to help you look and feel your best.

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Ormiston Orthopaedics is located in the new purpose-built Ormiston Hospital, Level 1 (inside TRG), 125 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction. It is easily accessible for those in greater Auckland, with free parking available.

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HEALTH & BE A U T Y

Finding health professionals Health and wellbeing experts abound throughout South Auckland which means there’s no need to travel far for quality health providers such as dentists, doctors, podiatrists, optometrists, physiotherapists, dieticians, personal trainers or massage therapists.

range of dedicated mental health services for Manukau, Papakura and Franklin residents while the Papakura Primary Birthing Unit, with associated midwifery services, is located in Clevedon Rd, Papakura. There is talk of a new hospital at Drury in the future.

Of course, skin and hair care, inner health, sound feet, beautiful hands, a fit body and a pain-free existence are all part of general wellbeing and are also catered for.

Further services such as Counties Integrated Medical Health and the Papakura Marae Health Clinic are other examples of the excellent range of health care providers.

In addition, South Auckland is home to the Manukau Super Clinic offering an outpatient service and a wide range of day procedures.

In addition to regular medical and counselling services, there are, of course, pharmacies and various complementary and alternative health practitioners and therapists, including acupuncturists, naturopaths, chiropractors, herbalists and more.

There is no emergency department at the Manuaku Super Clinic; rather this is located at Middlemore Hospital in Papatoetoe. Private hospital treatment is available at Ormiston Hospital and at its complementary Specialist Centre at Botany South.

However, Awhinatu Health, in Papakura, provides a wide

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Whether seeking a relaxing massage, traditional Chinese medicine or a herbal supplement, there is plenty of choice.

So, explore your local area and discover a wealth of health practitioners, across a broad spectrum, who make wellbeing their priority.

HE A L T H & B E A U T Y

Dental health The impact of sugary foods and drinks on our oral health has been highlighted many times – most people know how these can accelerate tooth decay especially when teeth are not given regular attention. Yet, it is also acknowledged that many folk fail to make dental and oral health a priority and subsequently can suffer unpleasant consequences.

Fortunately, there is an abundance of local dentists and orthodontists making access to proper dental care easy.

Their job is to help clients maintain healthy teeth (and gums) and keep them functioning for a lifetime.

The first step is to have a check which will detect decayed and/or cracked teeth or fillings and will also cover jaw joints, gum disease, wisdom teeth, bite and medications that affect your teeth. Diet and nutrition are other aspects of a dental check with X-rays showing what’s happening in the bone around the teeth.

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completed, keep checks regular. This will likely save a lot of heart-ache – or should that be toothache – in the future.

After all, prevention is better than cure!

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Final farewell Discussing funerals and death is seldom easy but working through this process with reassuring and approachable professionals helps put people at ease.

Families place considerable trust in funeral directors at an extremely difficult time and, fortunately, South Auckland is privileged to have the services of long standing and reputable companies which offer practical and emotional support.

Flexible and culturally sensitive, local directors can help with suggestions for venues, caskets, flowers, service details, brochures and more. They can also advise on ways in which to involve family, friends and grandchildren in the service and can, generally, take care of special burial or cremation requests too.

Those in need of professional yet dignified assistance after a death in the family, have plenty of help at hand.

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P R O F E SSI O N A L S

Quality services New residents seeking the services of professionals will find plenty of choice locally.

There is no need to travel far for quality financial or legal services, health and dentistry requirements, banking or investment advice.

Many leading firms have chosen to base themselves in various South Auckland suburbs saving their clients the time and hassle of travelling to Auckland’s CBD. Some companies such as lawyers and mortgage brokers even offer mobile services so clients can be catered for at home or work.

A comprehensive range of trade services can also be found throughout the local area – most are no more than a quick phone call away.

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PE TS

Settling in pets Pets love routine and stability in their lives, so moving home can be a stressful time for them (and you!) But there are some simple steps pet owners can take to help them adjust. n Be sure to microchip. It’s a great idea to microchip pets (your vet will do this for you), and update their details on the NZ Companion Animal Register (www.animalregister. co.nz). This will help find them if they wander from the new home. n Provide a refuge room. When your cats move to a new home, keep them confined indoors (with a litterbox) for at least a week. Also provide a quiet ‘refuge room’ where they can avoid the stress and noise of unpacking. n Explore slowly. Take your dog on regular walks around the new neighbourhood so it can identify smells and start learning where this new home is located. Don’t rush things with your cats – they will explore outside when they’re ready.

n Be prepared. Register with your new veterinary clinic as soon as possible. Don’t wait for a medical problem to arise.

Call in, have a look around, and register your pet’s details.

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Renovations With house prices having climbed dramatically in recent years, many local homeowners have opted to renovate their existing home rather than sell and buy again. Often the most important areas to update are bathrooms and kitchens. Fortunately the local district is well endowed with highly professional kitchen, bathroom and building companies staffed by experienced people.

Before starting a renovation scour magazines for ideas. Be sure to get several quotes and be sure each company is quoting on a level playing field – the same materials and the same quality of fixtures and fittings. Allow for extras and price rises. Many local companies will provide a free measure and quote and most will be happy to assist with ideas and practicalities that might change your initial thinking to some degree.

If a garden renovation is on the agenda, enjoy exploring local nurseries and garden centres where you are sure to find landscaping supplies and garden art as well as a plethora of plants to transform the outdoors.

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RURAL

Maintaining a lifestyle block For some people the move to South Auckland may also mean relocating to one of the area’s small blocks with enough land to keep a few animals or a large garden. But a small block of say, between two and 10 acres, still means work even if it isn’t big enough from which to make a living.

There will be fences to build and maintain, hedges to cut and possibly hay to make. You may even have a small arena to maintain if a pony is part of the package. There could be a need for chicken coops or animal shelters as well as sheds to house specialist tools and equipment. Think about security, veterinary services and the many other jobs which come with owning a lifestyle property.

Fortunately, the South Auckland area is home to many rural orientated businesses which can provide the proper advice,

services and expertise needed to ensure small blocks and the animals they support, remain in peak condition.

While some landowners are also able handypersons, others work during the week and may need to employ experts to do those ‘must not neglect’ jobs.

Before starting out on any project, and certainly before bringing in animals you may know little about, ensure you are fully prepared. Seek the advice of knowledgeable and experienced local people. You’ll find everything you need nearby from experts on animal care and feed right through to a mountain of services to keep your property and equipment in good order.

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MOTORING

Motorists well catered for Car maintenance is a breeze locally. Throughout South Auckland there are franchised and general car dealerships offering both new and used vehicles for sale in virtually every price range. Whether seeking a small urban runaround, a family wagon, SUV or something bigger and more rugged with four wheel drive, you’ll find it locally.

The region also offers car wash and valet services including truck wash and grooming outlets and when it comes to buying parts and automotive accessories there are a number of specialist retailers.

The region also offers a selection of specialists dealing in everything from automotive repairs to panelbeating, auto electrical maintenance, vehicle air conditioning, tyre servicing and more.

There are a multitude of sites for Warrant of Fitness checks and renewal of road user charges for those driving diesel vehicles. What’s more one doesn’t have to drive far from any location before passing a service station where petrol and other commodities are available.

Of course, vehicles and commuters need roads and transport and South Auckland is well served by the southern motorway, regional roads, rail and regular bus services. Train stations are located at Papakura, Manurewa and Manukau townships – a real boon for commuters who work locally or who need to travel to Auckland city.

The southern motorway also links to the south-western which provides easy access to Auckland International and Domestic Airports. It now links to the north-western motorway via the Waterview tunnel.

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JOHN BELL DENTAL JOHN BELL Registered Specialist Prosthodontist

Specialist Dentistry available locally John Bell Dental is a family orientated practice offering a wide range dental treatments from general dentistry to specialised treatment involving crowns, bridges and implant treatments. As specialists in Prosthodontic Dentistry we offer services that restore missing, broken or heavily filled teeth. Our primary objective is to provide the best and most appropriate treatment for our patients.�

Your teeth are important to us and we look forward to welcoming you to our practice.

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