Settling In South Auckland 2016-17 by Times Media

SOUTH AUCKLAND

Settling In A GUIDE FOR NEW RESIDENTS

2016-17

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Contents

Health & Beauty _________________ 16-19

Welcome________________________ 4

Remembrance ___________________ 20

Important Numbers _________________ 5

Flowers & Gifts ____________________ 21

History ________________________ 6-7

Dining & Entertainment____________ 22-24

Community _____________________ 8-9

Around the Home _______________ 25-28

Children ________________________10

Rural __________________________29

Education & Childcare ______________ 11-14

Pets __________________________ 30

Fitness _________________________ 15

Motoring & Transport ________________ 31

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. Community newspapers are delivered every week across the district, and are a great source of information on everything from school successes to events, policing, and much more.

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! 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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Welcome to the district... Congratulations on choosing to live in this vibrant and multicultural area of Auckland – the south is a diverse community with a wealth of facilities and amenities for every age group.

which has been welcoming settlers for 150 years. Now, 2016 sees a new dawn as housing projects escalate, attracting families looking for value without sacrificing lifestyle.

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.

With its proud heritage, Papakura is facing a vibrant future boosted by its growing population and new neighbourhoods including those in Takanini, Karaka Lakes and Drury.

At Manukau, new apartments are springing up in close proximity to its comprehensive and central shopping city. These are also close to the new train station and new Manukau Technical Institute campus situated at Hayman Park (at the corner of Manukau Station Road and Davies Avenue), directly above Manukau Station. Just a stone’s throw away is the Manukau District Court, the long-standing fun park, Rainbow’s End, the architecturally relevant, Vodafone Events Centre, the Manukau SuperClinic which provides specialist outpatient appointments and day procedures and the new Vector Wero Whitewater Park. 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 Botanic Gardens at Manurewa is free to the public and offers many hectares of gardens, walks and recreational areas as well as cafe facilities. At the other end of the road, so to speak, is Papakura, a district

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At the centre of this population growth is its great location on the Manukau Harbour, with easy access to the Southern Motorway, being a real bonus. The area’s amenities also offer varied lifestyle opportunities with key facilities such as Massey Park Stadium and pool, McLennan Park and the world-class facilities at Bruce Pulman Park, fast making Papakura the sporting hub of South Auckland. New locals will find a museum, art gallery, markets, theatres, plenty of dining facilities and much more. With a train station virtually in the heart of Papakura, rail links to Auckland’s CBD and centres such as Manukau, Sylvia Park and Newmarket are excellent. Shopping, schools, medical facilities and professional and trade services abound ensuring the many new developments are already served by essential amenities. Other residential suburbs, lying between Manukau and Papakura, all offer their own particular appeal. So, enjoy your new home – you are living in a fascinating part of New Zealand – here’s to settling in quickly and best wishes for the future.

I M P O RT A N T N U M B E R S Alcohol and Drug Helpline______________ 0800 787 797 Citizens Advice Bureau ________________ 0800 367 222 Civil Defence ______________________ 0800 222 200 Coastguard Manukau _________________ 09 817 6690 Papakura _________________ 09 299 9516 Auckland__________________09 303 4303 If no reply, phone Police Counties Care A&M (Papakura) ____________09 299 9380 Electric Power Lines Down______________ 0800 100 202 Emergencies Police, Fire, Ambulance ______________ 111 Gas Leaks/Broken Mains ________________ 09 301 0101 Healthline ________________________0800 611 116 Hospitals Pukekohe Hospital___________________09 237 0600 Franklin Memorial Hospital _____________ 09 235 9284 Middlemore Hospital _________________09 276 0000 KidzFirst Hospital ___________________09 276 0000 Manukau Superclinic _________________ 09 277 1660 Lifeline 24 Hr Counselling ______________ 0800 543 354 MAF – Animal Welfare Complaints ________ 0800 008 333 – Exotic Disease Hotline ____________0800 809 966

Metservice – Weather forecasts __________ 0900 999 09 Noise Control ______________________ 09 301 0101 Plunketline _______________________ 0800 933 922 Poisons & Hazardous Chemicals __________ 0800 764 766 Police – Counties/Manukau District Headquarters 09 261 1300 – Papakura Central Police Station ______09 295 0200 – Community Constable Takanini ______ 09 298 1070 – Manurewa Police Station __________09 268 5800 – Clendon Community Policing Centre ___ 09 267 9339 SPCA ____________________________ 09 256 7300 Watercare _________________________ 09 442 2222 Womens & Childrens Refuge Crisis Line _____ 0800 733 843 Victim Support _____________________0800 842 846 Useful websites: Neighbourhood Support ______________ www.ns.org.nz Civil Defence ______________ www.civildefence.govt.nz Papakura Business Association_____ www.papakura.co.nz Manurewa Business Assoc. _ www.manurewabusiness.co.nz Citizens Advice Bureau ______________www.cab.org.nz Immigration Advice NZ Ltd _www.immigrationadvicenz.com

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HIS TORY

Papakura’s rich history all in a name The explosion of housing growth in and near Papakura, especially in the Takanini area, heralds a new lifestyle age but the district is steeped in history. 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. An early frontier settlement, the first Europeans made their home there 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 wider Papakura and also further south in the Franklin district. They came from Scotland, Ireland, England and the Cape Colony, leaving behind families and all that was familiar to them. The voyages were long and arduous and some arrived in their new homeland having lost loved ones en route. On arrival they faced long delays before even setting foot on ‘their’ land with most living in disused army barracks, tents, or shacks at best.

Aviation history made in Papakura Aircraft and flight enthusiasts will be fascinated to learn that the first controlled powered flight in New Zealand took place over Papakura in February 1911.

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Pioneering aviators, Vivian and his brother, Leo Walsh built a British-designed Howard Wright biplane from imported plans. When it was completed, a small group of spectators watched Vivian fly the ‘Manurewa’ more than 350 metres at a height of 20 metres over Glencora Park – an amazing feat. 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, the Ardmore Airfield and local flying clubs continue the area’s long association with aviation.

Peace tree stands test of time We think of our schools as places of 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.

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Manukau For many years the wider Manuaku 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, Manurewa-Papakura, and Franklin wards of the new Auckland ‘SuperCity’.

Manukau Train Station New infrastructure has seen the completion of a new southwestern motorway from Manukau City almost to Avondale with further extension underway to provide a loop road from the north-western motorway to the southern. This link provides easy access to Auckland Airport. 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’ with which an early chief is said to have claimed the area.

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Manurewa – a central hub Lying between Manukau centre and Papakura is the suburb of Manurewa with its well-furnished 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. Manurewa Town Centre is proud of its Sunday market in the Northcrest Shopping Centre. It boasts ample parking both for shopping locally and for those travelling from its centrally located train station to other parts of Auckland City. For more information visit Manurewa Business Association at http://www.manurewabusiness.co.nz where you will find an extensive community and business directory. SETTLING IN 2016-17

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Hon Judith Collins

KANWALJIT SINGH BAKSHI

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NATIONAL LIST MP BASED IN M ANUK AU E AST

AUCKLAND OFFICE Unit 1, 131 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe, Auckland P: 09 278 9302 E: Bakshi.mp@parliament.govt.nz

WELLINGTON OFFICE Freepost Parliament, Parliament Buildings, Wellington, 6011 P: 04 817 9303 E: Bakshi.mp@parliament.govt.nz

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PAPAKURA OFFICE Roselands Shopping Centre, Papakura Phone: 09 299 7426 Email: office@judithcollins.co.nz www.judithcollins.co.nz Authorised by Judith Collins, MP, Roselands Shopping Centre, 98 Great South Road, Papakura

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EXTENSIVE INFORMATION DATABASE – WEBSITE UPDATED REGULARLY General Information (and forms), Contacts – Local Services and Networks (no appointments) Clinics by Appointment/Referral: Legal, Age Concern, Counselling, Justices of the Peace, Health & Disability Counselling – Family, Personal, Employment (CV’s), Immigration Lawyers Specialist Advocacy – Consumer/Credit, Housing/Tenancy, Welfare/Beneficiaries Settlement Support – Workshops for New Migrants – Refer Bureaux below that offer these services Phone each Bureau for Opening Hours and Services available OTARA (09) 274 6577

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Other Bureaux/Services in South Auckland (incl. Eastern-Manukau publication) Pakuranga-Eastern Manukau (09) 576 8331 Settlement Support Service • Botany (09) 271 5382

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WELCOME TO PAPAKURA Papakura offers you a perfect blend of country and town – a diverse and charming environment in which to live, shop, eat, work or socialise. For everything you need to know about Papakura’s retail, food, professional and trade services as well as community information and all the things that make this the heart of our district, look no further!

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School terms Primary & Intermediate Schools 2016 Term One: Monday, Feb 1-Friday, Feb 5 – Friday, April 15 Term Two: Monday, May 2 – Friday, July 8 Term Three: Monday, July 25 – Friday, September 23 Term Four: Monday, October 10 – Tuesday, December 20* Term One 2017: Mon, Jan 30-Tues, Feb 7 – Thurs, April 13 *Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 384 half-days in 2016.

Secondary Schools 2016 Term One: Monday, Feb 1-Friday, Feb 5 – Friday, April 15 Term Two: Monday, May 2 – Friday, July 8 Term Three: Monday, July 25 – Friday, September 23 Term Four: Monday, October 10 – Friday, December 16** Term One 2017: Mon, Jan 30-Tues, Feb 7 – Thurs, April 13 **Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 380 half-days in 2016.

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Education - 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. When it comes to pre-school care, parents can be confident that they will find something to suit their personal needs. In addition to playcentres and kindergartens, there are numerous childcare centres that 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. 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. Without doubt, South Auckland offers people of all ages and cultures many exciting and satisfying ways of learning in a structured or informal environment.

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Take advantage of our educational toys, books and puzzles. (JeMMa’s has one of the largest toy libraries in the industry).

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Right on your doorstep is a special place where teachers, parents and children come together to build amazing communities. Communities where… • Your children learn language, conﬁdence and social skills through play • Excellent teachers help educate them so they’re properly ready for school • You will meet and enjoy knowing other local families • And it costs far less than you might think! • And school hours are available too! It’s called kindergarten. And the Auckland Kindergarten Association has been behind children’s development and learning since 1908.

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Campuses in Manukau and Henderson, with flexible and distance options. Study full-time or part-time.

One on one tutoring in the community: Trained volunteer tutors teach English in the learner’s home once a week. Volunteer ESOL home tutor course for volunteers wanting to teach English to refugees and migrants — 6 sessions NZQA approved.

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Ormiston Hospital – top level care • Free visitor parking • Flexible visiting hours • Shopping and dining outlets nearby

South Auckland residents requiring treatment at a private hospital don’t need to travel the considerable distance to Auckland City, as the region is fortunate to be served by a privately owned surgical hospital at Botany South. Featuring state of the art facilities and technology, Ormiston Hospital is easily accessed from the motorway and provides top quality private surgery from some of the country’s leading surgeons. Over 70 specialists, covering all specialities (with the exception of cardiac and neurosurgery), offer their services at Ormiston Hospital, which features: • Six operating theatres • A highly advanced endoscopy suite • 12-bed recovery unit • 16-bed second stage step-down day patient recovery • Close Observation Unit • Physiotherapy for all post-operative rehabilitation • On-site radiology, pharmacy and cafe

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The hospital has 32 in-patient beds. Single and double rooms all have en suites, Sky TV, telephone and high-speed internet. Patients receive a complimentary daily newspaper and current magazines are available for leisure reading. Balanced meals with a daily changing menu catering for special diets, children’s needs, specific food allergies and gluten-free, are provided by Nourish Café, located within the hospital. Ormiston Hospital aims to make the patient stay a safe, comfortable and pleasant experience. Simply ask your GP to be referred to one of the specialists, or for more details on specialists and procedures available, call us on 09 250 1157 or visit the Ormiston Hospital website www.ormistonhospital.co.nz.

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How do you get to see a surgeon at Ormiston Hospital? Ask your GP to refer you to one of our specialists. You can find out who our specialists are by visiting our website: www.ormistonhospital.co.nz. Ormiston Hospital is a private surgical hospital accommodating your ACC, Private Health Insurance or Privately Funded surgical needs from the following specialties; ✜ Colonoscopy & Gastroscopy ✜ Plastic / Cosmetic Surgery ✜ Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery ✜ General Surgery ✜ Gynaecology ✜ Eye Surgery ✜ Oral & Facial Surgery

✜ Obesity Surgery ✜ Orthopaedic Surgery including Joint Replacement & Reconstructive Surgery ✜ Paediatric Surgery ✜ Spinal Surgery ✜ Urology ✜ Vascular & Endovascular

We can be found at 125 Ormiston Road, Botany Junction. Phone 09 250 1157. For more details on the services we offer, visit our website: www.ormistonhospital.co.nz 11830

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HE ALTH & BE A U T Y

Plenty of health practitioners New residents seeking professional services from health, beauty and wellbeing experts will find plenty of choice locally. There is no need to travel far for quality health providers such as dentists, doctors, podiatrists, dieticians, personal trainers or beauty therapists, South Auckland offers plenty of choice. 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 these areas of life take precedence for some. In addition to general practitioners and medical centres, South Auckland is home to the Manukau Super Clinic, offering an outpatient service and day procedures. There is no emergency department as this is located at Middlemore Hospital in Papatoetoe. For those wanting private hospital treatment then Ormiston Hospital and the Specialist Centre at Botany South is perfectly situated. However, at Awhinatia Health, in Papakura, Counties Manukau Health provides a wide range of dedicated mental health services for Manukau, Papakura and Franklin residents.

The Papakura Primary Birthing Unit with associated midwifery service, is located in Clevedon Rd, providing yet another valuable health facility in the district. In addition to medical and counselling services, there are, of course, pharmacies, beauty and massage therapists, hairdressers, nail technicians and various health practitioners, including acupuncturists and more throughout South Auckland. Whether one is seeking a deep cleansing facial, invigorating or relaxing massage, traditional Chinese medicine or a pedicure, there are clinics, studios and salons to choose from. Natural health therapists offer many forms of relief for different and often distressing conditions while for some a spa treatment, inner cleansing, hair appointment, exercise workout, skin rejuvenation or massage is a regular ritual never to be missed. Explore your local area and discover a wealth of health practitioners, across a broad spectrum, who make treatment of illness or accidents and relief from stress, tension and worries, their client priority.

The Denture and Denture Implant Clinics

0800 268 954

• Full Dentures • Acrylic Dentures • Metal Dentures • Flexible Dentures • Denture Relines • Denture Repairs • Mouth Guards

Free ACC Treatment & WINZ

Free Initial Dental Consultation*

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3/208 Gt Sth Rd, Papatoetoe. 09 277 2233 11 West St, Pukekohe. 09 238 0095 Email alldentures@yahoo.co.nz www.alldentures.co.nz

Dental Exam & X-Ray*

Branches 32A Dennis Ave, Manurewa 3/30 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe 277 East Tamaki Rd, East Tamaki 205-207 Great South Rd, Papakura 144 Queens Rd, Panmure 73A Rosebank Rd, Avondale 372-374 Great North Rd, Henderson

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

Eye health Regular eye testing will help ensure good eye health especially if there is a family history of poor eyesight or eye disease. In the industrial workplace, eyes at risk can be protected by wearing safety glasses and, remember, driving is impossible if eyesight fails. Holding a driver’s licence is dependent on good vision and motorists are advised to have an eyesight test every two years. Failing eyesight or other severe eyesight problems may be prevented or rectified by consulting an optometrist regularly. While biennial eye testing is recommended there are times when more frequent testing may be required. These include during a child’s growing years when the eye is also growing; in middle life when the focusing system begins to weaken; and in later years when eye health problems begin to occur such as cataracts and glaucoma. Regular eye checks can help preserve eyesight but injuries can still occur. The eye is extremely sensitive and it is easy to aggravate an injury. In almost every instance proper medical aid is advised.

260 Botany Road, Howick Phone 277 1516 www.eastcare.co.nz

GET THE LOOK YOU’RE AFTER

No appointment necessary

Enjoy the warm and friendly ambiance in our modern studio while getting the latest trends and styles from our stylists

Ph 09 299 9562

bookings@allurehairstudio.co.nz

Doctors & Nurses on site 24 hours

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Shop 4, 299 Great South Rd, Papakura

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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.

We're here to help you through a difficult time Our caring team will look after your wishes and help you plan a memorable, affordable service with attention to every detail. Two excellent locations with 24 hour care: Cnr Wood & Elliot Sts, Papakura Ph (09) 298 2957

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FL O W E R S & G I F T S

PROUDLY SUPPORTING NZ MADE

Welcomes you … to our place – your local florist shop.

Come and enjoy a pleasurable shopping experience discovering NZ’s finest

A place where you can get beautiful flowers with a selection of gifts and gourmet foods that’s sure to delight your friends and family.

• Art Prints • Jewellery • Ceramics • Children and Baby • Homewares • Woodcraft • Fashion • Souvenirs • Possum/Merino • Accessories • Sheepskin/Slippers • Books • Easy, Postable Gifts & so much more...

Ph 09 298 9883

253 Great South Rd, Papakura www.windsorflorist.co.nz

CLEVEDON WOOLSHED

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Ph 09 292 8615. Open 7 days 10am-5pm Email info@clevedonwoolshed.co.nz Cnr Kawakawa and North Rd, Free gift Clevedon Village, Auckland wrapping

Beautiful bouquets and arrangements delivered throughout Auckland * Fresh flowers * Pot plants * Balloons * Chocolates * Italian soaps * Soft toys Plus an amazing gift shop you must come and see! * Weddings * Funerals * Reception flowers for your business

Ph 09 29 29 540

17 Papakura-Clevedon Road (Main Road), Clevedon Village Order online www.clevedonflowers.co.nz 00340

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DINING & E NT E RT A I NM E NT

Dining and entertainment There is a diverse range of excellent entertainment and dining venues throughout South Auckland. While dining out can be a haphazard affair when patrons are unfamiliar with their local restaurants, by taking a drive around the local district, newcomers will not only become familiar with the area but will gain a feel for the many and varied dining options available. What’s more there is something for all tastes and budgets. 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, most venues already have a range of vegetarian choices on their menus. Remember too, come public holidays, many waiver surcharges and at Christmas, a number of restaurants remain open throughout the holiday period. 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 top of the range cuisine, the local district has it all. In fact, with its selection of contemporary and ethnic cafes, trendy bars, coffee houses and diverse takeaway outlets, not to mention that the friendly Manurewa Cosmopolitan Club and the

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Weymouth Cosmpolitan Club both offer locals loads of choice. But beyond the dining scene, South Auckland also offers pub gigs, concert venues and cinemas. In addition, 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 touring shows of all description. It also hosts a season of films, with a particular focus on New Zealand, overseas festivals and ‘arthouse’ films. At Manukau the Vodafone Events Centre hosts many concerts as well as sports, cultural and corporate events. In addition there are various markets to choose from including the Manukau Markets on a Sunday at the Vodafone Events Cente and The Market on Broadway in Papapkura every Saturday morning. The latter offers a selection of food, health, beauty, clothing, arts and gifts, and entertainment for the whole family. The whole of Broadway between Great South Road and O’Shannessey Street is closed to traffic to create the market environment. These are but two markets; others are held in various parts of the wider district. Indeed, throughout South Auckland, new residents will find a meld of rustic and sophisticated ways to socialise and enjoy life.

D I NI NG & E N T E R T A I N M E N T

Serving

LEGENDS LIKE YOU Since 1988 Murphy’s Law Irish Bar is set on 3 acres in the beautiful countryside beneath the Drury Hills. The Sports Bar is always full of action with a gaming lounge and TAB facilities plus plenty of TVs to watch your favourite sporting event. Great entertainment Friday/Saturday nights. Great pub fare, friendly staff, huge outside garden areas. Open 7 days except Christmas Day, 11am till late. Motorhome Park for your short stay requirements. Like us on Facebook.

• Courtesy van available Wed-Sat, travels within a 15km radius of Murphy’s Law. 200 Great South Road, Drury. Ph 09 294 9054. Open 7 days, Mon-Sun from 11am till late www.murphyslaw54.co.nz

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792 great south road, manukau (09) 985 0590 manukau@lonestar.co.nz www.lonestar.co.nz

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• Closed Easter Friday and Christmas Day

Red Shed

Palazzo

www.redshedpalazzo.co.nz

Welcome to the neighbourhood! DINNER THEATRE AT ITS BEST - Check website for dates

WINNER of Rural Cafe of the Year Breakfast/Lunch – licensed OPEN 7 days 8.30am - 4.00pm

Introducing your awesome ‘local’, just down the road at Auckland Airport. 2 Leonard Isitt Drive, Auckland Airport (Under the ibis budget Hotel) 09 215 1220 • info@szimpla.co.nz • www.szimpla.co.nz

www.redshedpalazzo.co.nz

Weddings - Birthdays or any special occasions

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BAR • RESTAURANT • FUNCTION ROOM

Manukau’s busiest nightspot – dine in or simply socialise – 1981 has it all! • All day brunch and full dinner menu caters for all ages • Fully licensed with two function rooms and three outdoor decks • Check out our tasty ribs, homemade pizzas and more

party hire • banquets • weddings marquees • events • lighting & sound

09 262 3310 aksouth@carltonpartyhire.co.nz www.carltonpartyhire.co.nz

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712 Great South Road, Manukau. Open 7 days from 12pm Phone 263 9696 • www.1981.co.nz 12423

Waterfall • Function Centre Wedding Venues 7 acres of water gardens, natural waterfalls and streams. 30 ponds with waterlilies and lotus. Sculptures and cafe shop.

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128 Mauku Rd, Patumahoe www.wrightswatergardens.co.nz Ph 09 236 3211 • Mob 021 399 971

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A RO U N D T H E H O M E

Renovations With house prices climbing 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.

Carpet

Vinyl

Timber

John Bannister has over 35 years experience in the flooring industry in both the domestic and commercial markets. Together with his family, they own and operate both the Pukekohe and Manukau JB’s Flooring Xtra stores. 4/21 Ronwood Ave, Manukau. Phone 09 262 0048 manukau@flooringxtra.co.nz

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Services we offer: • We can assist you through your journey from start to ﬁnish • Free measure and quote • Supply and installation • Floor preparation • Repair service (for all those little damages or restretches) • Insurance work • For both domestic and commercial situations

153B Manukau Rd, Pukekohe. Phone 09 238 2954 pukekohe@flooringxtra.co.nz

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AROUND T H E HO M E

Home décor Whether moving into an existing property or a new build, most new home owners will be thinking décor, furnishings and landscaping. For a lucky few everything will be perfect. But for most there will, at least, be a little (or a lot) of redecorating in store. It may just be a new carpet, a splash of paint or a change of drapes or it may be a total makeover – complete new bathroom and kitchen plus every room revamped. In a new house, the colour scheme may be in place or you may be in the throes of bringing it all together and need to use local suppliers. Whatever the case, South Auckland offers excellent home décor and maintenance shops and services for every need. Naturally, when everything is finally done, it is important to protect one’s investment with ongoing maintenance and refurbishment. What’s more, because the home revolves around individual family needs that will change with time, it may become necessary to make major changes. Rumpus rooms and swimming pools which seemed a good idea when children were young may no longer be required

when reaching retirement age? However, before undertaking major alterations take a good, impartial look around and decide whether you can do the job yourself or need professional help. Whether recreating space for a new use, extending the home to accommodate a growing family or ageing parents, or remodelling for a more contemporary look, it pays to have a sound plan. Fortunately, South Auckland is blessed with tradespeople and companies, such as kitchen and bathroom specialists, who can assist. Most cater for various budgets and some will bring samples to the home. Regardless of what type of job needs to be done – accessorising, restyling, extending, landscaping or total makeover – new residents will find reputable people in the interiors/exteriors industry to help.

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We clean ovens, hobs, rangehoods and barbecues

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TILES

CURTAINS

Visit to discover a huge range of stylish, quality tiles

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Makers of curtains, drapes, roman blinds plus suppliers of roller, venetian and timber blinds! Fantastic opportunity to invest in top quality fabrics at clearance prices. While stocks last.

Call the girls at Rainbow Curtains for quality and affordable prices

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Ph / Fax: 09 298 9002 Email: sandywilson@xtra.co.nz www.rainbowcurtains.co.nz

Woodgrain Tiles

Mosiac Tiles

Wall & Floor Tiles

29b Elliot St, Papakura â&#x20AC;˘ Ph 09 214 6044 email sales@tilesonelliot.co.nz Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-1pm www. tilesonelliot.co.nz 12245

Manufacturers of timber frames and trusses, suppliers of all building materials including: timber, hardware, stairs and doors plus landscaping materials such as concrete, blocks, bricks and pavers. We have reps Auckland wide so we can come to you or drop in and visit us at: 28 Trugood Dr, East Tamaki. for all trade & retail sales Phone 09 253 9010 11756

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AROUND T H E HO M E PART OF OUR POT SELECTION

Two-acre treasure trove of ceramic pots, trees and shrubs, garden ornaments and supplies Providing Premium Woodchip Products for: garden mulches, decorative coloured

✔ Specialist garden centre with everything you need in one place ✔ 2 acres of land offers you a huge range of garden products ✔ Get the right advice from experts in garden and landscaping

woodchip, animal bedding, equestrian horse arenas, early childhood centres, primary schools, district and local councils.

Cushionfall® Cushionride® Enviromulch®

Tel: 09 299 3999 Email: info@reharvest.co.nz Website: www.reharvest.co.nz

524 Great South Road, Drury Phone 09 298 1494 Open 7 days 12192

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www.theplantmarket.co.nz

Independent garden centre with years of knowledge, we can help you with one plant or 1000s. We can also help you with all your landscaping needs and price up plans.

CONTACT YOUR CONTACT US FOR YOUR NEW BUILD TODAY! TODAY! NEW HOME HOME BUILD Ultrawood Homes 212 Great South Road Takanini Ph: (09) 299 6556 0508 Lockwood Email: lockwoodsouth@xtra.co.nz

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www.lockwood.co.nz

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Come in and meet Kevin and his team for the friendliest and most helpful plant Open 7 days advice in Auckland. 8.30am-5pm

Phone 09 264 0671 Great South Rd, Takanini

(opposite Manukau Golf Club)

www.theplantmarket.co.nz

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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 many 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.

Takanini Horse Feeds

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Quality Stock Feed

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STIHL SHOP™ Downs 267 Great South Road, Drury Phone 09 294 8585 www.stihlshopdowns.co.nz Outdoor Power Equipment & Home Heating

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PE TS

Help pets settle in 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. Check out the following tips: ■ 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 you find lost pets if they wander off from their new home. ■ Have everything ready. If there’s going to be a lot of disruption at your new place, consider boarding your pets in a kennel or cattery for a few days, while settling in.

where this new home is located. Don’t rush things with your cats – they will explore outside when they’re ready.

■ 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.

■ Keep things familiar. Unpack your pet’s things straight away. Familiar items such as beds, bowls and toys will help them feel at home. ■ Be prepared. Establish yourself 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.

■ Explore slowly. Take your dog on regular walks around the new neighbourhood so it can identify smells and start learning

FIND YOUR BEST FRIEND

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M O T O RI NG & T R A N SP O R T

Motorists well catered for Car maintenance is a breeze locally. Throughout the South Auckland there are franchised and general car dealerships offering both new and used vehicles for sale in virtually every price range. Whether seekng a small urban run around, a family wagon, SUV or something bigger and more rugged with four wheel drive, you’ll find it locally. 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. The region also abounds with 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 catering for most makes and models.

Fully factory trained technicians State-of-the-art workshop facilities and equipment New Holden and Nissan Vehicles Access to more than 300 used cars Onsite finance and insurance

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. In particular, train stations are located close to the centre of Papakura, Manurewa and Manukau townships – a real boon for commuters who work locally or who need to travel further towards Auckland city. The Southern Motorway also links to the South-Western which provides easy access to Auckland international and domestic airports. Of course, the Southern Motorway takes one directly south to Waikato, Hamilton and beyond and north to Auckland’s CBD and also across the Harbour Bridge to the North Shore and eventually onwards to Northland .

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MARQUE OF EXCELLENCE

PHONE 0800 405 050

Cnr Edinburgh & Tobin Streets • Pukekohe E: ross@ebbett.co.nz www.ebbett.co.nz 11902

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