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n investigation has failed to determine what killed dozens of eels found dead in an east Auckland waterway more than a month ago.

Burswood resident Paul Taylor posted photos on social media on December 14 last year of what he says were more than 30 dead eels in the upper estuary in Huntington Park, near Ti Rakau Drive.

He reported the find to Auckland Council, which carried out an investigation to try to identify what killed the eels.

Taylor told the Times in December that local children fed the eels.

He learned of the incident from neighbours before going to view the situation for himself.

He says the council told

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up site visits to this location over the next two weeks, however nothing was found.

“We also haven’t received any additional complaints regarding the waterway to date.”

According to the Department of Conservation (DoC), there are two main types of eel in New Zealand, the shortfin and longfin. Longfin eels can be found throughout the country.

Timp encourages people who know what may have killed the eels in the Huntington Park estuary to contact the council.

“If anyone has any information, they should report this to council with as much information as possible, by calling 301 0101.”

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him its staff had visited the site and taken some eels away for analysis.

Photos taken of the estuary at the time showed multiple dead eels of different lengths, as well as a dead fish, floating near the water’s surface.

One image showed a dead eel surrounded by rubbish including what appeared to be about 20 small pieces of plastic.

Council team leader compliance response south Dirk Timp says: “We have been unable to establish what killed these eels.

“When we arrived on site, there were no obvious signs the water was polluted and we were unable to establish the source of a potential discharge.

“Further testing upstream showed the water was within normal pH levels.

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$706

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$336

$401

$483

$589

$713

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$512

$630

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$369

$482

$592

$710

$810

$620

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$482

$576

$702

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$441

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Quarterly Rental Update shows Auckland’s rental market ends year near $600 per week mark; weekly rents in most areas up $10 or more per week.

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he average weekly rent in Auckland reached a new high of $595 at the end of 2020, just shy of a longanticipated $600 per week.

The figure is based on actual rents paid during December 2020 for around 16,500 Auckland properties, including both new and existing tenancies, managed by agency Barfoot & Thompson.

“We have long suspected the market would hit the $600 mark during 2020. And while this was dampened somewhat by the effects of lockdown, the momentum continued among newly signed tenancies,” said Barfoot & Thompson director Kiri Barfoot.

“Activity during this quarter was also not constrained by the rent freeze, which ended in late September, and we’ve seen a slight lift in average prices across the board.”

At $595, the average Auckland rent in December 2020 was up 2 per cent yearon-year. This equates to around $12 more per week, or $624 more a year.

Barfoot said this also indicates a return to a more “normal” pace, being on par with December 2019’s increase of 2.1 per cent year-on-year, which also equated to around $12

more per week.

Three-bedroom homes, which make up the majority of Auckland’s rental stock and are typically used as a market benchmark, attracted rents of $597 per week in December 2020 ($15 or 2.6 per cent more than in December 2019).

Meanwhile, properties with five or more bedrooms were relatively static with less than one per cent movement, albeit still around $7 more per week than the same time last year.

The regions with the highest rates of increase were south Auckland and Rodney, up 3.5 and 3.2 per cent respectively — representing $18 per week rises.

Moving into the New Year, Barfoot said property managers are reporting increased activity and interest in listings, with high volumes of prospective tenants attending viewings.

“The number of available properties is fairly steady, however interest and competition for properties appears to be on the up.

“And while we are seeing some owners choosing to exit the market, we are also seeing an increase in the number of rental appraisal requests from new investors which is promising.”

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father and son are leading the charge to improve the facilities available to east Auckland’s skateboarders and scooter riders.

Aaron Martin, 29, and his sevenyear-old son Zac Martin are campaigning for the construction of a new skate park in Lloyd Elsmore Park, Pakuranga.

They also want the park’s existing skating facility improved so it can be used safely in the meantime.

Martin delivered a presentation on the issue to the Howick Local Board at its final business meeting for 2020 on December 3.

He told the board east Auckland “needs, wants, and is overdue” a wheeled sports area close to Sunnyhills, Farm Cove, Bucklands Beach and Howick that is “fit for purpose and a place for everyone to use”.

He said he and others are willing to put in the work to see their goal come to fruition and they are not asking the board for a donation.

Martin said the existing Lloyd Elsmore Skatepark opened in 1998 and its condition is “pretty bad”.

Its concrete is rough and cracking and it has poor drainage that results in puddles forming in the centre of the area that users ride through.

“You can’t see it from the road,” he said.

“It’s got a lack of fundamental features and there’s not that much to do [there].

“There is no car parking, no rubbish bins, no water fountains, and it looks quite grim.”

Martin said the skate park’s condition makes it unsafe to use.

“When you fall over it literally peels you up like a cheese grater.

“It’s guaranteed there will be blood and obviously when you’re learning you’re falling every day multiple times.”

Martin said parents of young skateboarders and scooter riders who use the park have told him about their children falling there and being hurt.

Aaron Martin, centre, with Brooklyn Biddle, left, and his son Zac Martin, right, want local skateboarders and scooter riders to have better access to sports facilities that suit their needs.

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He said he wants Auckland Council to provide the board with an asset condition safety report about the skate park.

He also asked the board to consider allocating some of its discretionary operating expenditure to address maintenance as a short-term solution prior to the start of the 20212022 financial year.

“We request the local board advocate to the council for a public-private partnership to address longer-term requirements for a new facility that meets the community’s needs.”

Following Martin’s presentation, board deputy chairman John Spiller asked him to clarify how he was proposing the work be funded.

“At this stage I’m not 100 per cent

sure,” Martin said.

“I haven’t done this before so I’m researching how the process works and I’m learning a lot every day.

“Generally in the feasibility reports I’ve been reading of other councils and other skate parks, generally what happens is they provide accurate site selection reports and take into account everything.

“We understand money is an issue everywhere at the moment, postCovid, and as a short-term solution we are open to all options.”

Martin has formed the East Skate Club as part of his campaign and to give local skateboarders and scooter riders a voice. ➤ Go to www.facebook.com/ eastskateclub.

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hese law changes have been made to modernise New Zealand’s rental laws and align them with the present-day realities of renting. ➤ Phase 2 of Law changes will take effect from February 11 and these are the changes: ■ Security of rental tenure: Landlords will not be able to end a periodic tenancy without cause by providing 90 days’ notice. New termination grounds will be available to landlords under a periodic tenancy and the required notice periods have changed.

■ Changes for fixed-term tenancies: All fixed-term tenancy agreements will convert to periodic tenancies at the end of the fixedterm unless the parties agree otherwise, the tenant gives a 28-day notice, or the landlord gives notice in accordance with the termination grounds for periodic tenancies.

■ Making minor changes: Tenants can ask to make changes to the property and landlords must not decline if the change is minor.

Landlords must respond to a tenant’s request to make a change within 21 days.

■ Prohibitions on rental bidding: Rental properties cannot be advertised without a rental price listed, and landlords cannot invite or encourage tenants to bid on the rental (pay more than the advertised rent amount).

■ Fibre broadband: Tenants can request to install Fibre broadband, and landlords must agree if it can be installed at no cost to them, unless specific exemptions apply.

■ Privacy and access to justice: A suppression order can remove names and identifying details from published Tenancy Tribunal decisions if a party who has applied for a suppression order is wholly or substantially successful, or if this is in the interests of the parties and the public interest.

■ Assignment of tenancies: All requests to assign a tenancy must be considered. Landlords cannot decline unreasonably. If a residential tenancy agreement prohibits assignment, it is of no effect.

■ Landlord records: Not providing a tenancy agreement in writing will be an unlawful act and land-

lords will need to retain and provide new types of information.

■ Enforcement measures being strengthened: The Regulator (the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment) will have new measures to act against parties who are not meeting their obligations.

■ Changes to Tenancy Tribunal jurisdiction: The Tenancy Tribunal can hear cases and make awards up to $100,000. This is a change from $50,000.

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Most customers will have had a liaison with Tyran over the nine years he has been with Progress, and Mike has every confidence in Tyran’s ability to carry on the good service that has been established over the years. Mike will still be around in February in a support role to ensure a smooth transition.

Mike, who was born and has lived his whole life in Howick, had Mike and Sandra (left) with new owners Amber and Tyran an opportunity to start a business Dawson.

Times photo Wayne Martin in early 1994 and so Progress Park, Ruakaka is what initiated the sale of Automotive began.

Starting with one unit and a few loyal fol- Progress Automotive.

Looking for a slower pace of lifestyle, this lowers he has grown the business to three was too good to turn down. Both Mike and units with a large loyal customer following.

With wife Sandra taking care of the Sandra are looking forward to the new chaladministration side of the business they have lenges and ventures in front of them.

Mike and Sandra would like to sincerely both had many years of liaising with their customers, many who feel like family and thank all their customers for their unwaversome who have even become firm friends ing support over the years.

“It is with your support that Progress over the years.

Mike says, “Some families who started Automotive became as successful as it is. It with us, now have their children grown up has truly been a pleasure to have serviced and also coming to see us which is really grat- and looked after your vehicles for you.

“We really are going to miss all your ifying.”

Being an ‘old school’ mechanic, Mike has friendly faces, and if ever you are passing had a lot of variety in vehicles through the Ruakaka feel free to call in and say hello,” workshop and is especially privileged to have they say. been trusted to work on some customers’ Progress Automotive more expensive and rare ‘Pride and Joy’ vehi- 1/112 Vincent Street, Howick Phone 534 8604 | Mobile 021 049 4294 cles.

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CAR SHOW

Now that is a classic!

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n immaculate example of classic British engineering is among the more than 1000 automotive artworks set to be displayed to the public in east Auckland.

Reverend Dr Richard Waugh is the founder and organiser of the popular annual Auckland Brit and Euro Classic Car Show.

This year’s show will be staged at Lloyd Elsmore Park in Pakuranga on March 7.

Waugh is also the proud owner of a 1954 Jaguar Mark VII. The classic luxury car will be among the vehicles featuring in a special section at the event paying homage to the Goodwood Revival motorsport festival held in the UK each year.

“It will have racing cars and cars with racing pedigree,” Waugh told the Times.

“There will be a Jaguar C-Type and D-Type, Buckler, Brabham, Arnolt-Bristol, Porsche 356A and a Cole-Baker Special.

“This car [the Jaguar Mark VII] won the Monte Carlo Rally outright in 1956.

“It was rather a surprise for what looks like a big car.”

Waugh has owned the vehicle, which has just over 88,000 miles (141,622km) on the clock, for eight years.

It’s powered by the famous 3.4

litre straight-six cylinder Jaguar engine, paired to an automatic transmission.

“This engine powered almost every Jaguar made for the next 30 years,” Waugh says.

“It was a revolutionary engine in 1950. It was so revolutionary it could out-accelerate and out-handle almost any American car of the era, even the V8s.”

The car was previously in the hands of an Auckland doctor, who about 15 years ago spent $60,000 restoring it, Waugh says.

“It was a one-owner car and rust-free.

“Jaguar did their best to almost emulate Bentley at a third of the price and they got quite a market on that basis.

They look fantastic.”

Waugh says he’s taken the car on long drives to the Bay of Plenty and Waikato.

“I try to get it around Howick streets. People know it,” he says.

“It’s quite powerful but not like a modern car. It’s older than me.

“When they were warmed up and going there was nothing that could really touch them in 1954.

“They were mainly bought [when new] by doctors and professional people who had overseas funds and with a bit of money beyond the odd Morris Oxford or Vauxhall.”

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Reverend Dr Richard Waugh will display his 1954 Jaguar Mark VII at this year’s Auckland Brit and Euro Classic Car Show.

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manufacturers including Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, BMW, MercedesBenz, McLaren, Volvo, and Fiat, among others, and even an ex-New Zealand Army Scorpion tank.

Waugh says this year’s display will be the largest ever.

“Registrations have closed at 1235 cars and this is the sixth year we’ve grown. It’s quite astounding.

“Maybe it’s the Covid effect, with lockdown, people are keen to get out to an event and there’s an extra buzz.”

The Auckland Brit and Euro Classic Car show is staged from 10am-3pm on March 7. It’s sponsored by Times Newspapers, NZ Classic Driver magazine, Protecta Insurance, and the Howick Local Board. Entry is free.

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A double celebration for Rosa Chow W hat do a policeman, politician, priest, principal, lawyer, educator, specialist advisor to council and chair of Howick Local Board have in common?

They have all worked closely, over the years, with Rosa Chow, who was recognised in the New Year Honours.

Stephen Hargreaves principal of Macleans College, Inspector Richard Wilkie, lawyer Richard Osborn, Father Sherwin Lapaan of St Mark’s Catholic Church, Howick local Board Chair Adele White, Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown, Yongjie Li of Auckland Council as well as Angelina Grant from Te Wananga O Aotearoa had gathered at the Chow Foo restaurant on Thursday evening to celebrate Rosa - recipient of the Queen’s

Service Medal (QSM) for services to immigrant communities.

“I am truly humbled to receive the Queen’s Honour because there are so many people who do good work in the community and do not get the recognition they deserve,” she said as everyone present unanimously agreed that the honour was well deserved and long overdue.

Rearing to get started on other inclusive community projects, Rosa raised a toast to her family and everyone she has worked closely with – wishing them a happy 2021 as the auspicious Year of the Ox, Chinese New Year ushers in.

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ART

First artist in residence finds a perfect canvas

By FARIDA MASTER

history.”

Mosley’s work-in-prooni Mosley is recregress is an artistic combinaating history at the tion of mixed-media.

Howick Historical “It creates different points Village. of interest with screen As part of Summernova, printing, drawing, painting a summer festival funded and words as it occasionally

by Auckland Unlimited, integrates a collage, adding Mosley is the first artist in value to the artwork. residence at the village.

“I’m challenging myself in The three-month residenmy own palette, exploring cy programme followed by how different objects tie in an exhibition of her works with each other,” she says. of art from April through to The artist in residence June has the art teacher and will hold free drawing lesprintmaking artist, reimagsons for adults on February ine history.

15 and 22.

While Mosley finds the These will run alongside village a perfect canvas macramé, floristry, book with fascinating stories binding and photography behind the historic cottages workshops as well as free and its people, it was faded beekeeping and composting and torn wallpaper that first Toni Mosley, artist in residence at the Howick Historical Village, will be hosting free art classes. caught her artistic eye.

Krissy Perrett, director workshops on Feb 15 and 22.

Times photo Farida Master “It’s layers and layers of of the village, says that in history, some faded, some torn, der around the village seeking Ronald McDonald House. conjunction with Auckland different textures, design and inspiration.

“This whole place is based on Unlimited’s Summernova, colours all coming together to “The idea behind the residen- history which is real and not-so- they’re offering Aucklanders tell a story,” she says of the two- cy is activating this space, hav- real,” she reflects. a new way to enjoy Howick dimensional wallpaper that ing conversations with people “If you think about it, these Historical Village with a sumprovided a starting point for her and inviting them to come and old buildings didn’t really exist mer festival of firsts. artistic journey at the village. see the work in my space,” says in this particular space.

“We’re breathing some life A cosy studio, which is part Mosley.

“Historical buildings were back into the streets of Howick of a print room housed at the She teaches art at Te Tuhi, brought together to recreate a Historical Village with an excitEckford Homestead, gives the Nathan Homestead, Connect colonial village. This gives us an ing series of events for everyone prolific artist the space to wan- the Dots (art for seniors) and exciting opportunity to recreate to enjoy,” she says.

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By STAFF Police are continuing to investigate a recent serious crash involving multiple vehicles in east Auckland.

Emergency services were called to the collision between two vehicles on Bucklands Beach Road at about 3.30pm on January 19.

A spokesman for Counties Manukau Police says the vehicles reportedly collided head-on.

Four people from the two cars were taken to Middlemore Hospital for medical treatment.

Two of the occupants suffered serious injuries while the other two suffered moderate injuries.

The road was closed between Cherry Road and Gills Road and diversions were put in place.

The Counties Manukau Police serious crash investigation unit was notified and examined the scene.

A police spokesman told the Times on January 26 the investigation into the crash is ongoing.

“One of those drivers transported to hospital has since been discharged, with another still in hospital in a serious but stable condition.”

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electric iron) left it on. The day after the fire, a temporary bar was set up under canvas next to the smouldering ruins for local patrons.

In 1927 construction began and by 1928 James Fletcher had built a new brick building at the current location. The newly constructed Marine Hotel was described as “licensed, first-class cuisine, tariff three pounds ten shillings a week or twelve shillings a day.” ➤ Turn to page 9

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revealed from some of the locals, probably not for publication though,” she says.

Long hours and days went into researching the rich history of the place with the help from a few people with great knowledge in the historical aspect and from working at Lion Nathan.

“It was equally exciting when one of our regulars mentioned that their grandfather was one of the publicans in 1926.”

Interestingly, the first Marine Hotel was built for George Sellwood in 1894 and was designed by one of Auckland’s leading architects Edward Bartley. Unfortunately, the hotel burnt down in 1927 when a maid ironing a dress (for the first time with an

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Barry always wanted to have a record in place of the publicans.

“The project started four to five years ago but then was lying in the bottom of the drawer,” Barry says.

“I am so grateful when Donna took over the paperwork and research to contact people and get the required information,” he says of the board of publicans that has been created for posterity.

Donna Holdem who has worked in the restaurant for 13 years and now manages the accommodation at The Prospect of Howick, presented Barry with a beautifully polished board complete with the Coat of Arms, listing the Publicans since 1894. The gift is a piece of history that now takes pride of place at The Good Home restaurant and bar. It traces the names of the publicans and pub owners of the Marine Hotel in Picton Street, which was renamed The Prospect of Howick.

Donna says that the Board of Publicans was meant to be a precursor to Barry’s 65th Birthday in October but ended up being a Christmas present.

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Children’s Burn Camp

Inspiring stories

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oing from the banter, it’s difficult to tell that practically every person in the Willow Park Christian Camp hall, Eastern Beach, has been through a trial by fire, literally.

Instead of stories of pain, depression, disfigurement, surgeries and survival, the kick-off to the fiveday Children’s Burn Camp Ahwi being held after many years in east Auckland, feels like a happy and secure place to be.

As Michele Henry, co-ordinator of Camp Awhi hosted by the Burn Support Group, reassures some anxious parents whose kids are attending the camp (for ages 7-17) for the first time – the bubbly team leaders maintain an upbeat mood.

Ushering their teams to the beach for a stint of jet-skiing, the young team leaders share their stories with the Times, stressing that they are full of admiration for the brave, young burn survivors who show off their scars without being self-conscious.

HOLLY TIMMS, BADLY BURNT AT THE AGE OF ONE

“I am so grateful that I met all these amazingly courageous people at a Women’s Retreat for burn survivors.

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“It was at the retreat that Michelle asked if I’d like to volunteer as a team leader at Camp Awhi that instils confidence and teaches life skills to anyone with burn injury.

“I wish I knew of the camp earlier as I have spent my entire life fighting my scars.

“I was only a year old at a holiday home with my parents when I crawled to a cabinet with a broken kiddy-lock and opened a bottle of drain cleaner.

“The minute my mum realised what had happened, she picked me up and tried to wash my mouth, little realising that the liquid had spilt

on my chest and on one side of my body. It was only when she tried to hand me over to the paramedics that she realised that my chest almost disintegrated.

“I had 25 per cent of burns on my body and have spent my whole life in and out of hospitals with skin grafts. The difference though is that I don’t grieve for what I looked like before I got burnt. I have grown up with all those scars,” she says.

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of hope, resilience been through is a big reminder for me to be strong.

“They are a great inspiration to me, it’s humbling,” says a vivacious 25-year-old Aroha.

“It was four years ago that some piece of clothing that was close to the heater was the cause of a house fire. I had third degree burns. ”

MARIE-CHARLOTTE NAHÈ HIDING HER SCARS TILL NOW

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kitchen on my first day at work!

“They were teaching us how to poach eggs.

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“It was third degree burns. My

whole life changed.

“Imagine that happening at work, everyone was so freaked out,” laughs the full-of-beans 22 – year-old.

“Coming to the Women’s Retreat and then to Camp Awhi makes you realise you are not alone “It’s such a great opportunity

to share, build relationships and give back to the community.

AROHA ANDREW SUFFERED SEVERE BURNS IN A HOUSE FIRE

“Being here for the kids is a huge privilege. Seeing them so happy despite what they have

“I wasn’t aware of the Women’s Retreat till I saw TVNZ’s programme called Unbreakable and heard Troy Hall’s story of resilience,” says 21-year-old Marie, who didn’t know who to contact for support after her accident.

“I got burnt in a cooking accident with hot oil – second degree burns on my arm.

“I am from France and it was really difficult surviving without my family at a time like this.

“I didn’t know any burn survivor. It was only after watching the programme that I got in touch with the Burn Support Group and attended the Women’s Retreat.

“I was hiding my burns till this summer but now, after watching the kids who are so strong and resilient, I feel empowered.

“I want to do a lot more to support them.”

Board of publicans take place of pride ➤ From page 7 The Marine Hotel has had many generations walk through those door including Nobel Prize winner and famous writer George Bernard Shaw [b1856-d1950] staying at the hotel in 1934.

The Prospect of Howick replaced the name Marine Hotel in 1977 when NZ Breweries (later Lion Breweries) became the owners and it moved away from the so-called ‘booze barn’ to an English style pub, reflecting Howick’s fencible, soldier-settler history.

Barry became Publican in 1993 and by 2007 had refurbished the restaurant and bar area which was aptly renamed GBS after George Bernard Shaw. In 2014 he redesigned the place to create a vibrant modern restaurant and bar named The Good Home Howick.

In 2019 Barry decided to renovate the old hotel rooms on the upper level back into accommodation again. Rest assured, they have now got a handle on the ironing so no need to worry about another fire!

As one scrolls down the names of publicans, it’s easy to spot that Barry has been the proud owner of the vibrant restaurant and bar for the longest term – over 26 years!

He did however have another job back in 1978 as chef when it was the Marine Hotel.

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CENTERING MEDITATION

Sunday February 7 at 6.50pm for 7pm start at All Saints Selwyn Church, Selwyn Road, Howick. In the midst of the busyness, all are welcome to join us for meditation, stillness and silence. All Saints Church office phone 534 6864.

SINGLES GROUP The new Hoyts cinema at the Ormiston Town Centre will have eight auditoriums and a host of exciting new features that transforms the classic cinema experience.

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ovie buffs are in for a big treat as a new Hoyts cinema experience will soon be unveiled at the Ormiston Town Centre set to open March.

Inside the multi-million-dollar build, movie-goers will experience eight auditoriums and a host of new features that transform the classic cinema outing including extra-comfy recliners in all auditoriums boasting extra leg room and wider seating offered at the standard ticket price.

There are also two Xtremescreen auditoriums complete with Dolby Atmos surround sound and picture.

The classic pre-movie ritual has also been flipped.

Think your favourite beer or

wine paired with gourmet pizza at Artie’s Bar & Café (you can take them into the cinema with you), or there’s Treat City where you can choose your favourite sweet treats in an immersive Candy Bar experience.

“We are incredibly excited to expand our cinema offering in New Zealand once again,” says Ceo of The Hoyts Group, Damian Keogh.

“While we have seen plenty of challenges within the cinema industry in the last year, Hoyts Ormiston really showcases our commitment to the movie-going experience in Auckland.”

The site opens alongside the second phase of the Ormiston Town Centre in March.

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Our first meeting for 2021 is on Friday February 5 at 10am, St. Andrews Church cnr Ridge Rd and Vincent St. Brian Erikson will first talk about the Microsoft Phone App. The main speaker will be Jan Beaumont who discovered during Covid lockdown that she had a talent as a poet.

This is a light-hearted talk and something everyone can relate to. Visitors are very welcome.

Enquiries phone Warren on 5343482.

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Sunday February 7 at 2pm at All Saints Church, Selwyn Road, Howick. Come along and listen as someone shares their favourite hymns and join in singing them

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STUDIO RELOCATION FOR CMTS Children’s Musical Theatre Studio has moved into new premises at 120 Vincent Street, Howick. CMTS provides classes in musical theatre, tap and senior dance, singing groups for boys and girls, piano lessons and weekly after-school musical theatre classes.

TAP DANCING CLASSES FOR ADULTS Tap dancing classes for adults for fun and fitness. Weekly classes have moved to the Children’s Musical Theatre Studio’s prem-

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AUDITIONS OPEN FOR MUSICAL Auditions for Act Your Age. If you are aged 25 years and upwards - age is not a barrier, this is the show for you. A musical farce for a mature cast described as “a rare combination of wonderful new music, belly ache humour and farce”. Auditions are being held at Children’s Musical Theatre Studio, 120 Vincent Street on February 20 and 21. To book an audition time and receive the information pack email librettoactyourage@gmail. com or phone 021 224 2687.

SENIOR DANCE CLASSES Dance classes to keep seniors active and enjoying life. Classes are aimed at people 60 years and older. Weekly classes have moved to the Children’s Musical Theatre Studio’s premises at 120 Vincent Street, Howick - first class starting February 17 from 11am until noon. Casual rates $10 per class.

Arrive 10 minutes early to register. Email susanne.rossiter@gmail. com.

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ROTARY WALKWAY NO RACE TRACK I was interested to read the Open letter to Sharon Stewart from Rob and Mary Pepping in the Times (December 22).

It is always good to know that people have the care of the walkway at heart.

Perhaps I can give them some assurance that no problems arise from this wonderful initiative to provide a fitting memorial to a local and world class athlete who gave great service to the local community.

By way of background, I have lived beside the walkway for about 35 years and have walked and run it thousands of times. In days gone by I used to pass Dick Quax regularly.

I certainly agree that there are hazards around the path, but the Dick Quax Memorial Runway is not one of them.

I suspect that the number of people in NZ right now who could even contemplate running Dick’s world record time could be counted on the fingers of one hand (with mittens on). Since the runway was inaugurated, I have been out on the path many times.

I have kept a close eye on users from my deck. From these observations I have not - rather disappointingly - seen a single attempt to match Dick’s world record. It has certainly not become a race track.

So rest easy, the chances of anyone being endangered by career-

Times, Tuesday, February 2, 2021 — 11 Your opinion matters to us. Email us at editor@times.co.nz; comment on our Facebook page, facebook.com/ timesonlinenz; or write to us at The Editor, Times Newspapers, PO Box 38232, Howick, Auckland 2145.

Letters should not exceed 200 words and should carry the name, residential address and contact telephone number of the author.

ing, would-be world record holders is slim to non-existent. But hopefully, the memorial to Dick’s achievement will be an inspiration to future generations.

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Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg.

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PIPE DOWN GRETA New species of large mushroom at Mangemangeroa Reserve.

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GREAT NEWS! I attended the CitiSci iNaturalist workshop during which I learnt about a new species of mushroom which is only found at Mangemangeroa Reserve.

It is the Asproinocybe daleyae, named after W.M Daley (no relation).

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Frazer Dale Senior Sustainable Schools Advisor for Conservation Environmental Services

While personally not in agreement with the Ardern government’s climate attitudes and policies, the arrogance recently displayed by Greta Thunberg is to be abhorred.

Surely it’s time that someone patted this simpering adolescent on the head, told her to go back to school and keep quiet.

Ross Nielsen, Half Moon Bay

‘YET ANOTHER BORDER FAILURE’ After the many expert warnings being ignored, we have yet another border failure.

Compare Minister Hipkins’ near dormant actions to the prompt and decisive action from Australia.

Surely it is time for him to resign or, if not, the Prime Minister needs to step up and fire him.

Ross Nielsen, Half Moon Bay

According to Unison, as of January 2020, there are 144 DC rapid charging stations in the North Island and a further 65 in the South Island plus another 300+ AC charge points registered on Plugshare, says reader John Caldwell.

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EVS TAKING OVER Correspondent Gary Hollis (Times, January 19) is wrong about every aspect of electric vehicles (EVs).

Today’s EVs account for 10 per cent of new car sales. By 2024, EV sales will be 80 per cent of new car sales. By 2022, EV range will exceed 500km.

We charge our EV at night from a normal 240V socket as do most EV owners. Only on rare occasions would we consider using an expensive public charger.

According to Unison, as of January 2020, there are 144 DC rapid charging stations in the North Island and a further 65 in the South Island plus another 300+ AC charge points registered on Plugshare.

EV factories, such as Tesla’s Gigafactory, don’t emit any greenhouse gasses at all but rather are carbon neutral as they run on solar power.

As of 2020, it is cheaper to build a battery-supported solar power station than it is to build a coal-fired power station.

EVs of the future will not pollute at all.

Countries that have proposed banning all petrol cars include China, Japan, the UK, South Korea, Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Slovenia, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Portugal and Canada.

New Zealand will be next. Petrol cars are dead. EVs are taking over.

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Guidance Counsellor We have a restorative philosophy and a proactive approach to supporting our students and staff.

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We are looking for an experienced Guidance Counsellor to work as part of the school counselling team. This is a full-time position.

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Looking for reliable people wanting to earn some extra cash delivering our award-winning newspaper once a week, every Tuesday.

You must be physically capable to deliver the paper every week — rain, hail or shine.

Our papers are delivered to the Pohutakawa Coast, Botany, Ormiston, Howick, Mellons Bay, Pakuranga, Bucklands Beach, Farm Cove and surrounding areas.

If this sounds like you get in touch with us immediately and we can arrange a delivery area close to your home. Immediate start.

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

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ENROL NOW! Courses start 1 March 2021 Morning, Afternoon & Evening Class Options

You CAN make a difference!

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Pharmacy in Howick is looking for a Driver/Delivery person to service their rest home division and private customer deliveries as required. We are looking for a mature person with the ability to liaise with staff, residents and communitybased customers. Some lifting may be required. Hours are 3-6pm Monday to Friday. Good local, South/East Auckland street knowledge an advantage. Clean drivers licence essential (police check required).

For enquiries phone 534 8262 or email your CV to: johnsavorypharmacy@hotmail.com CD255251

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SITUATIONS VACANT

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Pick up service from Half Moon Bay & Pine Harbour

LONELY? Retired East Ak prof. educated gentleman.

Presentable, well read and good humoured, seeking companionship for outings etc. Ph 022 0402892

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We are looking for either a Lawyer or Legal Executive with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience to join our team.

Since moving to our new premises in Lunn Ave we have experienced considerable growth in our practice and need to grow our team.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious and competent person with a sound understanding of estate matters.

Key attributes required for this role: • Have experience in dealing with clients and able to manage your own files with minimum supervision • Relate well to clients and referrers • Have good time management, excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and a positive can-do attitude • Be able to work in a Paperlite office and manage an electronic file We offer: • An opportunity to be part of one of the Eastern Suburbs’ largest legal practices • A dynamic and forward-thinking firm with a great team environment • Market salary, monthly and annual bonus schemes • Free parking and iPhone • Established precedents, systems and technology • The excellent training, conferences and benefits that are available to members of a NZ Law legal firm

Please email your resume and covering letter to the Practice Manager at DG Law Limited Brandon Tam brandont@dglaw.co.nz No Agencies please DY277535

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Picture perfect out east Award-winning Times photographer Wayne Martin has nailed a number of captivating shots in our gorgeous corner of the world over the past week or so.

Clockwise from top left: A couple enjoy a stroll on the sandspit near Cockle Bay; The Panmure Bridge project moves a little closer to completion each day; Young mariners out for a practice off Howick Beach; The historic cottage on Smales Road will become a new childcare centre Piccolo Park Dannemora, due to open in 2021. The developers have sensitively restored and built at another historic site in the past - the Guy Homestead on Ti Rakau Drive; The Apothecary Pop-Up at New World, Howick. Pictured, from left, are The Apothecary’s Ted Waters, New World Howick owner-operator Brendon Jones and Ted’s business partner Carmen Holmes.

SCHOOL ENROLMENTS

Macleans Primary School Term 1 2021 Enrolments

Early deadline TIMES publication Tuesday, February 9, 2021 All bookings and copy required

by Thursday, February 8, 2021 at 4pm

Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office or on the school website.

There will be approximately 20 places available for out of zone students in Term 2, 2021 (3 May - 9 July).

The exact number of places will depend on the number of applications received from students who live within the school’s home zone.

For students seeking enrolment in Term 2, 2021, the deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places is 4.00pm on Tuesday 2 March.

Parents of students who live within the home zone and intend enrolling their child for Term 2 should notify the school as soon as possible to assist the school to plan appropriately for the next term.

Applications should be made by submitting a completed enrolment form, in person, to the school office. Enrolment forms and a school prospectus can be obtained from the school office. Enrolment forms can also be accessed from the Macleans Primary Website (www.macleansprimary. school.nz) and Macleans Primary Facebook Page.

If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, students will be selected by ballot. If a ballot for out-of-zone places is required, it will be held on Tuesday 9 March. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held.

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Length of enrolment period: 2 February – 2 March Deadline for receipt of applications: 2 March 2021 Date of ballot: 2 March 2021 Macleans Primary School Board of Trustees

Phone 09 271 8000 Email: info@times.co.nz

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FUNDING

Two new funds for the region M

ore than $670,000 has been made available to the Auckland sport and recreation sector with two additional funds: Junior Players Tamaki Makaurau and Working Together Tamaki Makaurau, designed to support organised sport in the region.

The one-off funds are part of Aktive’s sector support initiative assisting those impacted by the more restricted lockdown Auckland faced mid-last year due to Covid-19.

They are supported by community delivery partners CLM Community Sport, Harbour Sport, Sport Auckland and Sport Waitakere.

Aktive CE Dr Sarah Sandley outlines how the funds are targeted to make a difference for those impacted by the pandemic.

“Due to the additional Covid19 lockdown Auckland faced last year, the organised sport sector has taken a hit in terms of how it would usually operate, be sustainable and retain members. With the help of our community delivery partners, we will distribute this funding to support organisations and projects working through this difficult environment.”

The Junior Players Tamaki Makaurau Fund sees $577,000 avail-

The development of these funds is based on sector-wide surveys and valuable feedback which is helping to identify the best ways to support the Auckland sport and recreation sector.

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able to support tamariki and rangatahi to continue to be active through organised sport, particularly where cost of membership or cost to play has been identified as a barrier.

This one-off fund opens 9am February 1 and closes 11.59pm March 29.

The fund covers costs such as membership or access fees, vouchers or multi-code memberships, essential sports equipment and clothing. It has been allocated on a regional and local basis and will be distributed on merit to organi-

sations that demonstrate they are best placed to meet the needs of tamariki and rangatahi from higher deprivation households.

The Junior Players Tamaki Makaurau Fund will be managed

by Aktive in collaboration with CLM Community Sport, Harbour Sport, Sport Auckland and Sport Waitakere.

Specific contributions have been made from CLM Community Sport and Harbour Sport, and their investment will be specifically deployed in the South Auckland

and North Harbour areas respectively. The maximum amount that an individual organisation can apply for is $20,000.

The Working Together Fund makes available $115,000 to support projects that will create transformational change as a result of organisations working together.

This one-off fund opens 9am March 1 and closes 11.59am May 3.

This fund covers costs such as project management, governance set up, facilitators and advisors.

It comprises contributions from

Aktive, Sport Auckland and Sport Waitakere, who will manage it with advice from CLM Community Sport, Harbour Sport and Auckland Council.

Aktive’s investment covers the whole Auckland region, and Sport Auckland and Sport Waitakere’s investment must be deployed in Central Auckland (including the Howick community) and West Auckland areas. The maximum amount that can be applied for is $20,000.

Dr Sandley adds: “Our vision is to make Auckland the world’s most active city. The development of these funds is based on sector-wide surveys and valuable feedback which is helping us to identify the best ways to support the Auckland sport and recreation sector, particularly Auckland’s tamariki and rangatahi.”

The Junior Players Tamaki Makaurau and Working Together Tamaki Makaurau Funds bring together investment from Sport New Zealand, Aktive, CLM Community Sport, Harbour Sport, Sport Auckland and Sport Waitakere. ➤ For more information, visit https://aktive.org.nz/funding/

Join us to hear about our full continuum of care On Thursday 4 February, from 10.30am, we’ll be holding an Information Day where you’ll be able to hear about the range of care services we can offer you or your loved ones.

Our specialist care team will take you through the full continuum of care we offer here at Summerset Heritage Park whilst you enjoy a morning tea on us.

If you are looking for independent living with support on hand should you need it, then we have a wonderful range of serviced apartments available. These then allow you to add tailored care packages to suit your individual daily needs. For those who require higher levels of help, we also offer care beds, respite beds and hospital level care.

Our team will also be running tours of our serviced apartments for anyone who is interested.

For more information, give Frank Booth, Sales Manager, a call on 09 950 7962 or email ellerslie.sales@summerset.co.nz.

Information Day Thursday 4 February 10.30am

We’d love to see you there!

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