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e became the National Party’s leader after just a year in politics and now Botany MP Christopher Luxon is vowing he won’t forget about the people who elected him to Parliament. He took over from Judith Collins as National’s leader on November 30 after she suffered a motion of noconﬁdence by her caucus. Since then he’s reshufﬂed his parliamentary line-up and his MPs’ portfolios and conducted numerous interviews with news media about his new role. Luxon told the Times he wants to acknowledge and thank the “good folk of Botany who chose me as their local MP just over a year ago. I’ve loved getting to know you and working on the community issues that affect each of you. “It’s natural as Leader of

the Opposition that I will have to spend slightly more time outside the electorate, but I can assure you my level of service and my dedication to our community will not change.” Luxon says he’ll continue to be accessible and he will keep supporting locals whenever they need help. “I will be just as active as I have been in the last 12 months and continue to be an advocate and champion for local campaigns and causes. “We should be proud of ourselves for what we have achieved together and brought to the Government’s attention, such as the lack of after-hours healthcare and the need for better transport infrastructure. “My team and I are here to serve you as we have always been, so please continue to get in touch with me and make your views known. ➤ Turn to page 3

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otany MP and new National Party leader Christopher Luxon has announced a reshufﬂe of his MPs’ portfolios and parliamentary rankings. He says the new party list represents a “fresh, energised alternative government ready to deliver for Kiwis in 2023”. As part of the changes Luxon is taking on the national security and intelligence portfolio and has given up his previous portfolios of land information; local government; and research, science and manufacturing. He was also associate spokesperson for transport. Luxon has promoted Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown, who moves up the list rankings from 20th to ninth and takes on

the transport and public service portfolios. Brown’s previous portfolios of police and Serious Fraud Office have gone to Whangaparaoa MP Mark Mitchell, a former police officer. “The line-up I’m announcing today is based on merit and matches people to their strengths and skill sets,” Luxon says. “My Shadow Cabinet leverages the wealth of talent and depth of real-world experience across the National caucus team. I have deliberately selected a Shadow Cabinet of 20 members to match the Government’s Cabinet. “I’m confident that when you put any of National’s Shadow Ministers against their Labour counterparts, you’ll see National’s MPs have the deep experience, the political skills, the work ethic and the intellec-

National Party leader and Botany MP Christopher Luxon, right, has promoted Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown, left, and made him the party’s transport spokesman. Times file photo Wayne Martin

tual grunt to come out on top every time.” Luxon says his parliamentary team will be a “Government-in-waiting”. It will “relentlessly hold this spin-heavy and PR-driven Government to account, and focus on proposing detailed, constructive and intellectually rigorous solutions”, he says. “New Zealanders deserve so much more than they’re currently getting from Labour. They deserve more than a government of rhetoric. The National Government I lead will be a government of action. “We are the ambitious, futurefocused alternate that New

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Zealand needs. From now, our singular priority every day will be working hard to earn Kiwis’ trust and conﬁdence so we can get to the Beehive in 2023 and deliver for them.” Luxon has retained Wellington-based List MP Chris Bishop as National’s spokesperson for Covid-19 Response and given him back the Shadow Leader of the House role, which former National Party leader Judith Collins had previously stripped him of. Luxon has demoted Collins to a list ranking of 19th and appointed her the party’s spokesperson for research, science, innovation and technology.

➤ From page 1 “I will always be available to support constituents.” Luxon wasted no time becoming active on local issues after entering Parliament. He campaigned with Pakuranga MP Simeon Brown to retain an overnight medical service in east Auckland, to have police keep a physical presence in Howick, and to stop the sale of local Auckland Councilowned public reserves. He’s also working with Cockle Bay residents and Auckland Transport to address long-standing issues around speeding vehicles and road safety in that suburb.

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olice are appealing to the public for information after an east Auckland store owner was allegedly struck after confronting two people who had taken items from the business. Sergeant Brett Meale of Howick police says an investigation is under way into a shoplifting incident at a Howick store on December 3. “At about 2.45pm a man and woman entered the store in Central Terrace (in Howick),” Meale says. “After a period of time, the pair exited the store with bags full of stock.

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any injuries as a result.” Meale says police inquiries into the incident are ongoing and include examining CCTV from the area. “The pair’s actions are incredible disappointing,” he says. “We would like to hear from anyone who may have seen them acting suspiciously in the Howick area at the time.” ➤ People with information on the incident or the suspects can phone police on 105 quoting the file number 211203/4341 or phone the free and anonymous Crimestoppers tip-off line on 0800 555 111.

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Award-winning mural unveiled Local artist Joel Nicholls has unveiled his awardwinning mural titled, ‘Water, Water, Water Everywhere’ across from the New World carpark in Howick. Nicholls, from Howick, was one of 10 winners from across the country who took out the top prize in Keep New Zealand Beautiful’s Resene Nature Murals Competition 2021. The mural depicts a huge pukeko set against a blue water background trying to drink from a bottle. Taking inspiration from the saying ‘Water, water everywhere, but not a drop to drink’ [from Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poem, ‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariner’], Nicholls says he wanted to convey the concept that whilst water may be available, it’s not always clean or drinkable. The Resene Nature Murals Competition, which is part of the Paint New Zealand Beautiful programme, ran from April to June 2021, with artists encouraged to submit mural designs which included an environmental message. Artists from around the country sent in

their designs, with the top 10 murals selected based on their environmental message, enhancement of the community and originality/creativity. Artists then had 12 months to bring their mural to life. Winning designs receive a $1000 grant upon completion along with a $750 Resene paint voucher and other materials to paint their mural. Keep New Zealand Beautiful CEO, Heather Saunderson, said the Our Nature Murals Competition is getting more popular every year. “This is the fifth year we’ve run the competition in partnership with Resene and, once again, we’ve been overwhelmed with not only the quantity, but the quality of the entries we’ve received. “We know the benefits that beautification of public spaces can have on local communities so we’re always excited to see it when these murals come to life.” The 10 winning artists and their designs can be seen on the Keep New Zealand Beautiful website.

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pelled to put something out to say a massive ‘thank you’ to all the people who saved us by supporting us during this very difficult time. “We did our bit and you guys did yours through your support and custom during the year. We can’t thank everyone enough. They kept us going and just to be able to laugh and joke and let it out at times got us through. And on a personal note, I want to thank my wife Rosie for everything she has done for me over this difficult period. “Aucklanders are bloody good people and if the rest of New Zealand doesn’t see that, then too bad!” Michael encourages Howick Meats’ loyal customers to enjoy the

Michael Raines, happy the shop doors at back open. “As long as we are here serving our community we will always have that connection to locals. We ask that people keep coming to see us as we miss them all if they don’t.” Michael says as 2021 draws to a close it’s time to reflect on what’s happened over the past 12 months “and what we have all been through with the lockdowns”.

Christmas holidays and relax after what has been a challenging and stressful year. “If people are going away we hope they have a great time and if they’re not then it’s great to chill out at home and catch their breath. We don’t know what next year will be like but we will be back for another round. “We’re reopening on Thursday, January 6, so earlier than usual because we feel it’s the best thing to do as there won’t be so many people away compared to previous years. “So once again, thank you to all our customers and the local community from myself, John, James, and Ian. Safe travels, and Merry Christmas.”

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“Everyone’s had a different take on it whether it’s been good, bad, or ugly. As one of the many businesses that weren’t allowed to open and trade during lockdown we were able to do what we had to do keep our doors open. “If we hadn’t, people wouldn’t have had their local butcher shop in Howick. That’s why we feel com-

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After a long year filled with upheaval due to the Covid-19 pandemic and numerous lockdowns, an east Auckland business is thanking its customers for their ongoing support and generosity. Michael Raines, the owner of Howick Meats butchery in Vincent Street, says it’s been a tough 12 months for businesses that had to shut down due to Covid restrictions. He says only people who had to personally deal with such a situation know just how hard it is and he wants to thank his customers “for coming through for us during the year, for supporting us, and for being there for us not just as customers but as people who see us as more than that”. “They give us support, help, and friendship,” Michael says. “Our customers keep us going and without them we wouldn’t have made it. It’s been tough on everybody but we have to stay strong and keep the connection and the laughs and banter we give each other. “They are amazing people so we thank them all for everything they did for Howick Meats by supporting us not just this year but all the years we’ve been here. “Who knows when or where this situation ends but life as we know it may never be the same.

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Waterworld comes to Maraetai By ZOE GARDEN Waterworld Aquapark is making a splash in Maraetai/ Ohinerangi this summer. The massive inflatable water course will be coasting the shores of Maraetai and surrounding beaches from mid-December until Waitangi weekend. From December 19-24, Waterworld will be open to everyone 5+ at Maraetai Beach, starting at 10am and finishing at 7pm. Then the water course will be at Mairangi Bay from December 24-29, Maraetai December 25-30, continuing for six-day intervals at these spots until February 4. Kel Travers, managing director of Waterworld, says he’d always wanted to get a waterpark out south-east. “We had a big debrief with Auckland Council event facilitators in April,” Travers says. “They went, ‘yeah, let’s do it.’” Travers says that Waterworld is looking for security guards at night and water-qualified lifeguards during the day. “It’s always great to hire the locals,”

Travers says. The watercourse will have slides, blobs that send people flying up into the air, monkey bars, log runs, ball runs, obstacles to walk around, swings and more for anyone bounding on for their one-hour sessions. It is required for anyone, including adult supervisors for 5-9 year old children, to be a confident swimmer. Children under supervision will be wearing a yellow wristband. Anyone over 70+ is granted free entrance. Due to Covid-19, Waterworld will have a number of safety preventive measures in place. They will start off with 80 per session (one-hour), with 15-20 minutes break between to ensure everything is in order. Vaccination passports will be required. Interested parties are encouraged to book online first. The water course, Travers says, is an exciting and fun family-centric adventure. “It’s a whole family thing,” Travers says. “There are not many things that bring the whole family together. That’s the really cool thing about water parks.”

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owick, Pakuranga and surrounding districts next year mark the 175th anniversary of the Fencibles’ landing. And among the variety of ways in which this momentous moment is being marked, Times Media has published a book, ‘Owairoa to Howick’. It’s been a labour of love which has seen the publication of a large selection of newspaper columns printed in the Times over the past five years and penned by Howick historian Alan La Roche. Times Media’s managing director Reay Neben is delighted with the book and believes everyone from the area will be keen to acquire a copy for posterity. “As Howick and districts head into 2022 celebrating 175 years since the Fencibles arrived, it seemed timely that we publish most of the published history columns in one place,” Neben said. “Editor Nick Krause had suggested a column for the paper to Alan la Roche back at the 170th anniversary and, as the saying goes, the rest is history. “So this is five years’ work refined and now published. Times graphic designers Clare McGillivray and Claire Robertson designed the

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style and put together the stunning result. “Alan La Roche and his wife Coralie have been hugely supportive and have advised us during this process. “The Times next year will celebrate publishing for 50 years so this is wonderful way to start a year of celebrations.”

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Howick Village Market reopens Welcome back to the Howick Village Market – our re-open date is Saturday December 11. All staff/customers/stallholders will be fully vaccinated to attend the Howick Village Market. Vaccine Certificates will be scanned on entry for everyone. QR coding and mask-wearing is mandatory. Everyone will be required to keep 1 metre distance (with the exception of your own household bubble). We will have only one entrance into the market at the back of the Market Square. This will have an exit next to it for counting numbers of customers in and out of the market place. Please line up along the alleyway next to Hancocks Café. A perimeter will be in place to create a closed market zone. Extra security and extra staff will be brought in to keep the flow of the market running safely and smoothly. Stall holders may be in different places to what customers are used to so please search or ask for your favourites. We appreciate we may not all have the same view, however, by following this process, it enables the market to open and get back to doing what we all want to do… enjoy the beautiful produce and craft of the market we have all missed.

indoor market for the first time. So if you are a first-timer, just follow the vibrant red Classy Crafts signage on Picton Street and you will find a warm welcome, unique gift ideas and friendly crafters to help you. For your safety, Covid principles will apply, with face masks and vaccine passports required for entry and the usual electronic and manual sign-in, and handwash, readily available.

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Local hero retires after 30 years of service to her community By ZOE GARDEN

long-standing local is retiring this month after nearly 30 years of service to the community. Cherry Tawhai started working as Te Tuhi’s centre administrator 13 years ago when she returned to her Howick home in 2008. Her long and fruitful career and work for the community began at Dunkirk Road Activity Centre in the early 1990s. After a year as Dunkirk’s community centre manager, she made her way to

Auckland Council, where she was involved with coordinating multiple community initiatives and centres across what was then the Tamaki Ward. Tawhai was closely involved in a Mt Albert growth project which saw the production of a mural that celebrated the suburb’s diverse population. It was after 15 productive years at Auckland Council that Tawhai started working for Te Tuhi. With her background at the council, Tawhai applied her rich community experience to the job.

In addition to keeping the building in pristine working condition, Tawhai acted as the face of Te Tuhi for the local community. She ran outreach for Te Tuhi’s schools programme, organised fundraising for community initiatives and coordinated community activities that took place within the building. She also established several signiﬁcant projects operating out of Te Tuhi including Arts Out East, a community arts brokering service, and youth and family activities. In 2020, Tawhai helped

establish Te Tuhi Café, the country’s ﬁrst training café for people with intellectual disabilities. Tawhai is a familiar face around the community. She acted as both a committee member and chairperson at Dunkirk Road Activity Centre for ﬁve years and became

treasurer for East Auckland Tourism in 2016. Of her love for working with different communities, Tawhai says, “I love that chance to be part of the bigger picture. There’s no them and us, you feel connected to everything and you are truly working as a team. You really

feel like you’re contributing.” Tawhai, Te Tuhi says, is renowned for her bright, cando attitude and no-nonsense approach to getting the job done – and a fantastic sense of humour. She is looking forward to a retirement with her husband, Tom and their new campervan.

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Merry christmas S U P P O R T L OC AL W H EN SH OPPI N G TH IS CHRISTM AS

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1 cup caster sugar 1 cup hot water 2 tbsp sumac 5 good grinds (about 1 tsp freshly ground) black pepper 250-350g strawberries, hulled 1 cup crème fraîche 2 tbsp honey Put the sugar and water in a small pot set over a medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, then add the sumac and black pepper. Simmer gently for 5 minutes, then remove from the heat. Cool, then strain through a fine sieve. If the strawberries are large, halve or quarter them and add to the syrup. If you’re using smaller

berries, prick them with a skewer or fork before adding them to the syrup. Cover and let steep for at least 2 hours at room temperature, or in the fridge overnight. Just before serving, stir the crème fraîche and honey together. Divide the berries between four plates or bowls. Dollop on some crème fraîche and pour over a generous slosh of the syrup.

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Financial stress makes Christmas not so jolly for two out of five Kiwis

onsumer NZ’s Sentiment Tracker has revealed that two out of five of New Zealanders feel the added cost of Christmas adds financial stress during the holiday season. One in four feels that expectations from others and social pressure lead to more spending at Christmas time. “For many people, it’s been a tumultuous year financially the rising cost of living is really squeezing some households and Christmas is becoming a bit of a financial pressure point. Our Sentiment Tracker shows that to afford Christmas, half of New Zealanders have a Christmas budget to make it through their festive finances,” Consumer NZ head of communications and

campaigns Gemma Rasmussen said. Antoinette Webby-Green has three children and a large extended family, so she has to balance the books carefully to make Christmas work. “I budget about $100 per person then divide that by 52 weeks of the year to make sure there’s money left for Christmas - that’s about $900. Budgeting helps us get ahead when its Christmas, because that’s usually a time with less income and increased spending,” Webby-Green said. “In my family there are three children and my husband, then I have six adults with extended family to buy for as well. Over the past couple of years, we’ve turned gifting with the adults to Secret

Santa to save money. Although Christmas is a day for spending time with family, it can be expensive too.” Marketers use the pressure of finding the perfect gift to their advantage over the holiday season. In the latest episode of Consumer NZ’s Consume This podcast, Dr Paul Harrison - Deakin Business School Department of Marketing unit chair and senior lecturer - talks about how the culture of gift giving at Christmas is used by advertisers. “Gift giving is one way of signalling to members of a group that we care about them and that we’d like to continue to belong to that particular group,” Dr Harrison said. “We respond a lot to marketing messages in a very subtle way.

Marketers constantly intervene with ways to make it as easy as possible for you to purchase. As an example, cues like Christmas trees or festive music enable feelings of generosity during the Christmas period. The point when you actually buy is when they’ve succeeded, and you haven’t noticed all of these different little interventions leading up to the purchase.”

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• Avoid commercial Christmas hamper payment schemes like

Chrisco, you end up paying much more than the value of the goods received. • Set up a Christmas budget and put money aside each week. • Shop by special throughout the year but try to price monitor to identify true specials. A Consumer NZ mystery shopper found that some retailer “specials” might not be all that special. • Consider a Secret Santa for your family. • Encourage secondhand or homemade gifts.

The one Christmas tree mistake you don’t want to make While the silly season is upon us, Fire Security Services have a reminder not to be silly with your Christmas tree this year. When you’re heading out to the Christmas tree farm, have you considered the damage a live Christmas tree could cause? Real Christmas trees that are under-watered can dry out quickly and create a fire risk - especially when wrapped in Christmas lights. Fire Security Services Senior Alarm Technician and volunteer firefighter, Aaron Kirk, likened having a dry Christmas tree to

“having a bucket of petrol in your living room.’’ It’s best to keep your Christmas tree well-watered. “I don’t have a live Christmas tree myself, but I don’t want to be seen as the grinch! So, I encourage people with live Christmas trees to keep them watered and remember to top up the water regularly” says Aaron. “Turning Christmas tree lights off when you go to bed at night is also a must.” Modern LED Christmas lights generate less heat, however they are still a fire risk, as with any electrical equipment, so switch

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not only keep your tree nice and green, it will also lower the fire risk. • Turn off your Christmas lights at night. Flick them off when you go to bed so you can sleep easy. • Check the condition of your lights and don’t use them if they have exposed wires. It’s a good idea to keep pets away to ensure they don’t chew at the lights. • Only use indoor Christmas lights indoors, and outdoor lights outdoors. Check the packaging to play it safe. • Check your smoke alarms.This goes for any time of year!

Howick Village with its boutique shopping, restaurants, cafes and Saturday markets is the ideal place to do your Christmas shopping. Browse our many stores for personal and friendly service and enjoy the bustling atmosphere of our weekly markets where there is something for everyone. Relax and take in the Village atmosphere at one of our many sidewalk cafes.

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Giving back to those in need this Christmas C

hantal Organics, New Zealand’s award-winning purveyor of sustainable and organic products, has festive giving all wrapped up with a special Christmas collaboration with beloved Auckland bakery Bread & Butter to benefit Auckland City Mission. Chantal Organics and Bread & Butter have partnered to create exclusive and delicious Christmas Crinkle Cookies with 100 per cent of proceeds going to Auckland City Mission to help people in need this festive season. The festive season can be a tough time for those experiencing hardship, especially with this year’s Covid-19 curveball and countless weeks of lockdowns. With Chantal Organics donating all the organic ingredients and

Chantal Organics and Bread & Butter have partnered to create exclusive and delicious Christmas Crinkle Cookies with 100 per cent of proceeds going to Auckland City Mission. Photos supplied

Bread & Butter bringing their baking know-how, the limited range of Christmas Crinkle Cookies will be available for two weeks only until

Sunday December 19. Chantal Organics’ marketing manager Bailey Palmer said the partnership comes at a time where

people and businesses need to band together and support those desperately trying to feed themselves and their families. “As Aucklanders prepare for a Christmas like no other, we felt it was important to do our part to support the community as best we can. We know this time of year can be hard for people already doing it tough, and we hope that with this collaboration, we can do our small part for the community. “Bread & Butter is a well-known and well-loved Auckland establishment and was the perfect partner for us to raise funds and awareness for Auckland City Mission and sprinkle some seasonal spirit with fun, festive cookies.” Bread & Butter Bakery director Isabel Pasch said Bread & Butter

is already a regular supporter of Auckland City Mission, donating leftover bread and pastries to the Mission on a daily basis, and is delighted to collaborate with Chantal Organics to bring Christmas cheer in cookie form. “Using organic and sustainable ingredients baked with love, our Christmas Crinkle Cookies are a delicious symbol of Aucklanders supporting Aucklanders to nourish, support and care for each other during this holiday season,” Ms Pasch said. The limited range of Christmas Crinkle Cookies will retail for $15 for a 200g bag and are available to purchase until December 19 at Bread & Butter Bakery & Café, Grey Lynn or online aus. b a ke r y. s o f t w a re / a p p . re t a i l / breadandbutter/-1/validate.

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Artistic tribute to lives lost at sea What’s N on By CHRIS HARROWELL

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ew Zealand’s worst naval tragedy is being commemorated on canvas. Accomplished Eastern Beach artist Merv Appleton has created an oil painting depicting the HMS Neptune warship which formed part of the UK’s Royal Navy during World War II. The ship’s sinking off the coast of North Africa on December 19, 1941, is New Zealand’s worst naval tragedy, according to the Royal NZ Navy’s Museum. A Royal Navy cruiser, the HMS Neptune struck four enemy mines and sank off Libya, claiming the lives of 764 men, with 150 New Zealanders among them. Appleton’s wife Colleen is a direct descendant of one of the sailors who died when the ship sank. Her uncle Norman Cook, then aged 23, was a member of the Royal NZ Naval Volunteer Reserve. “His little boy was born two months after Norman left and he never saw him,” Colleen says. “It’s so sad. It was just before Christmas and they kept getting ‘missing’ telegrams and it wasn’t confirmed until the next year. We aren’t sure if my aunty ever sent a photo of the

Colleen Appleton, left, encouraged her artist husband Merv Appleton to create a painting commemorating the sinking of the HMS Neptune. Times photo Wayne Martin

baby to him. He’s a gorgeous boy. Those young reservists, it’s such a sad thing.” Colleen says a “wonderful” commemorative service is held in Wellington to mark the sinking of the HMS Neptune but she’s not sure if it can go ahead due to Covid-19 restrictions. “We just thought, because of Covid, we may not be able to have any commemorations and we’re not going to get the chance to do it again.” Merv, a former Bucklands Beach Yacht Club commodore, says his goal in creating the

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increasing number of warships being brought into service”. “The intention was for New Zealand to provide a crew for an additional Leander-Class light cruiser to serve alongside its existing ships, HMS Achilles and Leander. “HMS Neptune was approved for this purpose.” The HMS Neptune was not a New Zealand ship, but its sinking and the massive loss of life “brought grief to many homes throughout the Dominion and cities and towns across New Zealand”, the museum says.

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COUNCIL

Playground to undergo revamp By CHRIS HARROWELL

ast Auckland parents and children may be excited to learn a local playground will soon get a $240,000 upgrade. The work at Cockle Bay Reserve is a Howick Local Board initiative and is scheduled to get under way in early February next year. The playground’s existing swings will be replaced with a three-bay swing set, a seesaw, a set of monkey bars, and a “tube fun phone set”. It will get a natural play area with tree logs, balance beams, timber stilts and stepping logs. Shade sails will be installed in areas where there’s no existing shade from trees. A wheelchair-accessible carousel, drainage and a wet-pour rubber surface for accessible play elements will all be installed. Cultural artwork provided by local iwi Ngai Tai ki Tamaki will be implemented into the playground, which will get soft landscaping in the natural play area and tree planting. Board chairperson Adele White says: “We are excited that after a number of unfortunate delays this project will start in February.

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Pools and leisure centres reopen The playground at Cockle Bay Reserve is in line for a major upgrade.

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“I know local families have been waiting patiently for this upgraded playground and I am sure they will love it. “We acknowledge the cultural artwork provided by Ngai Tai ki Tamaki in the playground, including artwork on the concrete pathway and graphic painting on poles in the natural play area.” The board is funding the work as part of its 2021-2024 customer and community services work programme. Included in this work is a decision to defer the timing

of plans to renew mountain bike trails at Lloyd Elsmore Park and “rephrasing” the timing of work to renew the Lloyd Elsmore Park Skate Park. The board is also allocating $170,000 toward renewing walkways and pathways in Howick, with a focus on commonly used pathways in Lloyd Elsmore Park, as well as an additional $450,000 in future years toward the same work and allocating funding in future years toward renewing the Lloyd Elsmore Skate Park.

Auckland Council’s pools and leisure centres will require vaccination passports for the eligible population under the traffic light framework. Gyms, group fitness and recreation centres were open to +12 and over with full vaccination and Covid-19 Vaccination Passes on December 3. Pools centres reopened on December 6. This gives the facilities extra time for them to be recommissioned and heated, and for summer lifeguards to be inducted and for staff to renew their poolside training. Howick Leisure Centre, Pakuranga Leisure Centre and Lloyd Elsmore Park Pools and Leisure Centre was among Auckland Council’s 42 pool

and leisure centres which reopened on Friday in a staggered approach with gyms and group fitness opening first. Membership and passes will remain on hold until Sunday December 5. “After [more than] 100 days of lockdown, Aucklanders will welcome being able to return to pools and leisure centres around the region to get some exercise, enjoy sports and reconnect with friends,” Mayor Phil Goff says. “A vaccination requirement for staff and everyone using our facilities will help reduce the risk of Covid-19 spreading and will keep our communities safe. It will also act as a strong incentive to those not yet vaccinated to get it done as soon as possible.”

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The Repco Battle of Jacks Ridge motorsport event in rural east Auckland is the latest casualty Covid-19 restrictions. The organisers of the event, which was to be held in Whitford, say they’ve made the difficult decision to cancel it. It was originally scheduled to be held last month, but the prolonged Auckland lockdown forced it to be postponed until February 5-6 next year. Rally NZ thought that date would attract 10,000 fans to the event’s “iconic venue” at Andrew Hawkeswood’s family farm. Event manager Paul Fallon says with Auckland moving into the new Covid-19 protection framework red level with no guaranteed date of when the city would move to orange, which is required to run a large-scale event, “the commercial risk

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EDUCATION

Celine named 2021 Dux at OSC The Flat Bush Market is a new initiative at Ormiston Town Centre.

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New craft and food market opens East Aucklanders have a new outdoor craft and food market to check out. The Flat Bush Market at Ormiston Town Centre is held under a purpose-built structure called ‘The Market’ and will be a regular event over the summer months, taking place every third Saturday from November to April. It got under way on November 20 and will next be open on December 11. The initiative is carefully managed to comply with Covid-19 restrictions. Its opening day saw about 30 stallholders take part with numbers expected to grow as restrictions ease. Todd Property Group, which developed the Ormiston Town Centre, included the open-air, multi-use space in its masterplan to provide an area to host community

events and activities. The space has so far been used for numerous town centre-related events. Todd Property Group development manager Sean Leonard says with a regular market fixture, the vision for Ormiston Town Centre is nearly complete. “The Market was created as the heart of the Ormiston community, one they can occupy and make their own. “We’re excited to host the Flat Bush Market and look forward to hosting many more events and activities in this space, where the community can celebrate its unique cultural and community mix.” ➤ For information on how to become a stallholder go online to www. ormistontown.co.nz/news/flat-bushmarket.

Feedback CLIMATE CHANGE RELIGION

Do we now have a new ‘Climate Change Religion’? COP26 [the 26th United Nations Climate Change conference] has just wound up with serious hypocrisy and concerns that global warming will continue because of Man’s polluting with CO2 and methane emissions. Even the Pope and Prince Charles have expressed their fears. Why then should you and I be concerned? Like all religions and theories there are always those who express an alternative view. We have powerful scientific and political voices on both sides of this discussion. But when boiled down it is either Man that is blamed for polluting the atmosphere or it is the Sun’s cycles and coronal outbursts that determine the climate. Certainly, man is not in charge of the Sun’s output but God is. After all He flooded the earth 4200 years ago and gave us this beautiful planet to live on. So should we fear, as this new religion would have us believe? I think not. Yes, we are experiencing climate change and will have to strengthen stop banks, build fire breaks, and prepare for earthquakes and tsunamis. These are all increasing in intensity and frequency and these are ways God uses to shake us out of our apathy. Man has little or no control over the climate; it is controlled by the Sun cycles and the Creator God. Acknowledging His purposes births our human wisdom and removes undue fear.

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ear 13 International student Celine Bui has been named Dux at Ormiston Senior College (OSC) for 2021. Bui, from Vietnam, has been enrolled as an international student at OSC for the past three years. She won four awards including the prestigious Dux, the highest academic achievement amongst her peers. The other awards include a Hiranga and College of Engineering International Scholarship worth $20,000 from the University of Canterbury, the Discovery award for sustained creativity, innovation, and extension of learning, the Growth award for sustained personal growth and resilience and the Kahikatea award for academic excellence. OSC Principal Diana Patience said Bui has achieved exemplary academic success gaining NCEA Level 2 and Level 3 excellence endorsements.

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“Celine is an intelligent, articulate, conscientious and motivated individual who sets herself high challenging goals and works with determination to achieve them,” Patience said. “She has an outstand-

ing work ethic and thinks deeply and analytically with a genuine love of learning. Celine has an impressive and extensive list of co-curricular activities and leadership roles at school.” Bui is the president of the debating team and science club and vice-president of the Interact club, a student leader and member of the hockey and orienteering team. Celine has been active participant of the ePro8 (Engineering problem-solving competition), OSC’s first participant in the NZYPT (physics-problem tournament) and Auckland Schools Debating competition (OSC achieving 6 consecutive wins). “Her outstanding achievements of academic excellence and personal growth are a testament to her hard work, diligence, dedication and commitment,” said Patience. Bui will study Engineering at university next year.

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LET’S GET A FEW THINGS STRAIGHT

Re: ‘We stand strong when we’re united, Julie Adolph, Times, December 1. The thing about statistics is they’re only numbers and open to interpretation, whereas an expert opinion is a judgment based on the evidence and understanding it. It is true a vaccinated person can contract Covid-19 and infect another with the SARS-CoV-2 virus, but both outcomes are very much less likely for a vaccinated person. And even less likely again if both are wearing masks and keeping apart. Now that we will be living with Covid in the community, we need to get a few things straight. As a group, those who refuse a vaccination are a drag on hospital services and a threat to the people around them – even those who have recovered from Covid, and especially old people. Let’s hope science gives us a vaccine which enhances the natural resistance of the lining in the upper part of the airway, as well as updating the existing vaccines as the virus spike mutates, which act deeper in the body. In the meantime, we must accept vaccination is not perfect but it’s a great deal better than nothing. Vaccination has just become more important in light of new research: even if you recover from Covid, a severe infection doubles your chances of dying in the following year – from other causes. This is a nasty virus and it may get worse.

Dennis Horne, Howick

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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

We agree with Christopher Luxon, “Enough is enough. Aucklanders desperately need confidence, certainty and hope” (Times, November 24). As our representative in Parliament, we hope he will find ways to do exactly that, rather than continuing to document “countless devastating stories”. We would rather hear more about his policy solutions “that could be implemented overnight”, their impacts, long-term consequences and how he thinks they would affect us both personally and collectively – something for all of us to hope for. We can’t expect certainty from Covid or the Climate, but we certainly expect confidence and hope from our leaders. With his corporate background, Mr Luxon, no doubt, understands the need to navigate change. The new normal we are experiencing calls [on] leaders to shift from promises of ‘certainty’ to interdependent actions that give hope and build resilience.

What a great opportunity for Mr Luxon to redefine the ethos of the Opposition from one that lays blame, to one that strengthens us as a people working together. This would give us confidence in our governance system giving us certainty of positive, esteembuilding behaviours that respect diversity and buoy us with hope.

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THERE ARE NO EXCUSES

Does the team of five million include those recalling Jesus’ words – ‘greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for his friends’. [Do they] who wonder how Kiwis became those happy to watch their brothers and sisters be thrown to the wolves; their representatives making all who disagree with their dictatorial abuses worthy of losing their livelihoods? If Jesus had never said it, perhaps we could be excused; but He did: we are without excuse. Our government doesn’t own our lives; the God who made us does. If we continue to surrender to the godless now, not only will we remove ourselves from the blessings of our God, we will expose ourselves to the fury of theirs. Those of our fathers who survived war, because their brothers in that ultimate sense lived out Jesus’ words, must now be looking upon us with shame. How do we go about our lives pretending to see nothing, allowing the people of our nation to become so despised by our government that they are stripped of their jobs? Revolting.

Our fathers acquitted themselves with honour. Today, it seems, the men of our nation are happy to condemn it and themselves unto tyranny.

Rees Sutliffe East Tamaki Heights

VAX DISCRIMINATION

As for the vaccinations, I am not a “no vax, no job” person. I disagree with this policy and manipulation. I would not ask anyone if they have been vaccinated. That is encroaching on their personal privacy. Another reason for not asking is that if I found out someone had not been vaccinated, I would not want to be tempted to discriminate [against] them. I do believe a person ought to be able to make their own choice and that they should not be marginalised, manipulated or treated differently for the choice they have made. Please remember, if we have been doubly vaccinated, they tell us that we ought to be reasonably safe. So why be fearful? Otherwise, we are undermining the ability of the vaccine to keep us safe. People feel bad enough about the changes going on in the world without me adding to their fears. I don’t want to make people feel like a leper around me. I understand people’s need to feel safe, be responsible and exercise added caution. But is discriminating based on a person’s vaccination status part of ‘being kind’ and ‘uniting together’?

Nigel Keyes East Tamaki Heights

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Howzat! Cricket is back Auckland Cricket got back under way at the weekend marking an end to more than 100-days in lockdown for the Super City. There are no two-day competitions this summer with Auckland Cricket announcing shorter format games instead for premier men in the form of the 50-over Jeff Crowe Cup (top eight) and Richard Jones Cup (bottom eight) and a T20 championship featuring all 16 clubs. The six teams in the premier women’s competition will vie for the 50-overs Prichard Cup and the Pearl Dawson Trophy in the T20 championship. Below are the club scores for Saturday’s matches:

PREMIER MEN Jeff Crowe Cup • North Shore 187 (M Olsen 70, S Keene 45, U Patel 3-39) lost to Eden Roskill 158/7 (O Chakraborty 95, J McKenzie 3-24) by three wickets (DLS method) • Cornwall 223 (J Hayes 42, G Worker 41, D Gallage 30, R Quinn 5-72) lost to Takapuna 199/3 (R O’Donnell 96*, Q Sunde 49*) by seven wickets (DLS method) • Auckland University 251/8 (A Prasad 81, J Low 60, H Lowe 50, J Brown 3-36, C Thompson 3-53) defeated Howick Pakuranga 199 (J McGregor 68, D Winn 35, J Todd 4-38) by 52 runs. • Parnell 285/9 (R Clinton 57*, O Pringle 49, A Parikh 49, F McGregor-Sumpter 40, J Parsons 35, R Harrison 3-41) defeated East Coast Bays 282/9 (C Briggs 109, T van Ingen-Kal 46*, R Harrison 34, D van Deventer 3-45) by three runs. Richard Jones Cup • Grafton 114 (D Sharples 53*, A Ashok 4-17, S Cook 3-18) lost to Suburbs New Lynn 117/3 (S Solia 33, T Payle 30) by seven wickets. • Birkenhead 363/6 (P Nuwan 85, N Murlidharan 71, A Jayampathi 56*, C Rajapaksha 51, P Patel 40) defeated Papatoetoe 198 (R Gill 107, B Rowland 33, A Frew 3-50) by 164 runs. • Waitakere 182 (B Barnard 37, A Kaundal 33*, P Narsimhan 5-40) lost to Ellerslie 186/2 (P Narsimhan 86*, B Dench 60) by eight wickets. • Kumeu 243/8 (R Jenner 55, A Christian 54, L Vardy 35, J Patel 31*) lost to Hibiscus Coast 244/9 (R Lakmal 96, J Grobler 48, C Elliott 33, R Jenner 3-44) by one wicket.

CONSTRUCTION

De Gruchy wins big in House of the Year NZ’s top builds and renovations announced at the Master Builders House of the Year 2021 virtual awards

G de Gruchy Construction, whose owner is based in Clevedon, has taken home the Supreme Renovation of the Year and Bunnings Renovation Over $1 Million honours at the Master Builders House of the Year 2021 virtual awards. The judges were impressed with the level of quality and innovation from this year’s 347 entrants. The judges observed several new trends including the comeback of the home ofﬁce, bathrooms as central space to retreat, and softening colour palettes. Architectural forms and use of complex external materials also impressed the judges. House of the Year judge and architectural designer Faye Pearson-Green said this year they have seen entrants continue to push the boundaries with their use of external materials, cladding and complex architectural forms. “This requires more intricate detailing and a high level of craftmanship to execute,” Pearson-Green said. Due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions the awards were

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announced virtually this year. Master Builders from across the country gathered with colleagues, friends, and families to watch from the comfort of their homes, workplaces and even at local viewing parties. Clive Barrington Construction took out this year’s Supreme House of the Year and Resene New Home over $2 million award for its home in Christchurch. Judges were in awe of this home’s unique design and function. “Combining design, functionality and excellent workmanship has resulted in this fantastic home. From the foundations, the precast con-

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BARFOOT AND THOMPSON ROYAL OAK PREMIER WOMEN • Auckland University 440/2 (A Peterson 118, H Huddleston 113*, K Gurrey 92, P Catton 69*) defeated Papatoetoe 97 (T Mataora 40, A Eastwood 4-9) by 343 runs. • Takapuna 167 (A Browning 60, F Trussler 35, A Todd 3-33) defeated Cornwall 71 (L Heaps 4-13) by 96 runs. • Parnell 111 (Y Kareem 48) lost to Howick Pakuranga 113/1 (B Halliday 78*) by nine wickets.

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East Auckland Five AM Property Management Ltd

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MP280839

CRICKET

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CLASSIFIEDS

GARDEN CARE

COMPUTERS

DIGITAL Solutions Ltd. We install aerials-CCTV, sound systems, alarms, WiFi. Building or renovating? We are local so please call Rodger 021 659 677

Aerials & TV INSTALLATION

CD206513

Ph: 534 5888 Mob: 027 507 8680

TV AERIAL & LIghTIng InSTALLATIOn

HANDYMEN

0800 266 349 www.jamesit.co.nz

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

HANDYMAN

All int/ext requirements, prompt service, 40 years experience, Registered Master Painter

Phone Ross 021 977 542

Flat pack specialists CD243734

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APPLIANCE REPAIRS 535 6950 021 0333 149

Free quotes and advice Drain unblocking CCTV camera Drain repairs Surface water problems Retaining walls All drainage requirements Contact Rick 027 256 2533

www.pipersdrainage.co.nz

NZ Registered

Robinhood - Alto - Blanco Everdure - Omega Authorised Service

DE276165-V3

Be Cool this summer, install a heat pump Sales | Installation | Service Phone 09 534 1244 or 027 534 1244 E: celsius@outlook.co.nz www.celsiusheating.co.nz

BUILDERS

CARPENTERS

FENCING & TRELLIS NEW decks, fences, timber/pool fencing, all repairs. Free quotes. Ph/txt John 021 023 69767

535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian

A.J. & S.J CONTRACTOR

LAWNCARE GREENMAN Lawn & Garden Trees & Hedges, rideon mowing. Free quotes. Friendly service. 534 2053 or 021 570 409 LOGAN’s Mowing, friendly & professional. Ph Logan 022 0144957 for free quote

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

PAINTER

Residential/commercial including roofs Quality service Warranty offered Master Painter Registered

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

Ph Lee 021 562 684 PAINTER, experienced in Int/Ext, Roof & Plastering, free quotes. Phone Mark 022 666 6380 PA I N T E R / H a n d y m a n 40+yrs exp. Phone Muzza 577 2989/027 6770294 PAINTER int/ext roof, free quote, qual work Korean Painters. Phone Charlie 027 245 0807 WALLPAPERING specialist. Strip, hang. Ph Andrew 027 4600048 or 5244 111

www.allgoplumbing.co.nz

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

3 Specialist waterblasting

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

535 1111 027 235 2517

Call Nick 5374602 or 029 7700581

DE276820

GAS BRADSHAW GAS GAS PLUMBING • Installation • Service • Repair • Gas Fires • Gas Cookers • Gas Water Heaters At home or on the water

027 348 7334 Marine & Domestic Gas

Hill Plumbing • Certifying plumbing, gas and drainage • Hot water cylinders • Bathrooms, kitchens • New and repairs

All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area

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

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

Brett 534 3562 027 493 0181

HOUSE WASHING

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

FOCUS ON FEET Home visits. Professional gentle care. NZ trained nurse Ph Marlena 5331150 or 0211865496

Ph: 0800 789 248

SITUATIONS VACANT Howick Charity Shop

MANAGER Full time position. For more information please phone Wendy 022 5255 043

Empowers all learners to achieve their personal best

FULL TIME CARETAKER POSITION We are seeking someone to ﬁll this posi�on as from Monday 17th January 2022. Job descrip�on available on request. Please send your CV, covering le�er and two referee contact details to: secretary@elmpark.school.nz Closing date Tuesday 14th December 2021

Driver Wanted

IN OUR FURNITURE DEPARTMENT Needs to be honest, reliable and have a full NZ license. Must be able to lift 25kg Mondays to Fridays

THE TILE GUY, floor & wall tiling, certiﬁed waterproofing. Stonemason by trade, 30yr exp. search tyle4u on facebook, it’s that easy. 021 031 1899.

TREE SERVICES

FREE exterior maintenance guide | www.bestpropertyservices.co.nz

Chats and quotes are FREE Phone 09 537 4320 / 021 366 615

E: admin@bestpropertyservices.co.nz

CONTINUOUS SPOUTING IN 41 COLOURS OR COPPER No joins - No leaks - guaranteed

All about

TREES

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

Ph Murray

Qualified Arborist

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

or Copper

BRANCH MANAGER

We do WINZ quotes

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

Send CV to tanyav@eastgatecc.org.nz

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& STUMP GRINDING

SPOUTING AND ROOFING

n Enhancing the look and value of your home n Made to measure on-site in Colorcote steel n All work guaranteed

0800 696 874

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

TILING

• Operating locally for 20 years • Fully vaccinated • 5 star prequal rating for Health and Safety • All height safety certified and hold EWP • Proud member of the Exterior Cleaning Industry Association

LESSONS FROM $22 Private, professional,affordable. Competitions, practical and theory exams. We have teachers in your area. (Est 68 yrs)

SITUATIONS VACANT

Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish

4 Building Wash 4 House Wash 4 Gutter Clean 4 Roof Treatments 4 Carpet Cleaning 4 Water Blasting 4 Interest Free Options

PIANO - KEYBOARD GUITAR - VIOLIN VOICE - DRUMS

HEALTH & BEAUTY

RUBBISH REMOVAL

BEST®

TUITION

WAT E R B L A S T I N G , House Wash, roof treat or Gutter clean. Free quote call Shona (09) 537 4320

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RUBBISH REMOVALS

GA101040

CARPET CLEANING, free quotes. Call Shona 09 537 4320

ELECTRICIAN, Registered, all electrical installs and repairs, lights, power pts, fans, hotwater, switchboard upgrades/ inspections. Phone Mark 021959439 a/h 5344401

Silver Medal DESIGN Winner CONSTRUCTION Ellerslie MAINTENANCE Flowershow

Allan Craig 0274-962-118 Matt Craig 021-813-883 Landline 09-215-1144 admin@craigplumbing.co.nz

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

WATERBLASTING

Certifying Plumber

Experienced family business, quality service

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

K54146

CARPET CARE

ELECTRICIAN Registered Electrical, Alarms, Ventolation, Hot Water. Ph Mark 027 495 4219 a/h 534 3227

CD226123

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

Terry’s

ADAM OXLEY

Matt

027 444 7500

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

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

KAK007

LICENCED, new houses, renovations, bathrooms. Your one stop shop. Phone Vincent 021 1353388/533 9658

LANDSCAPING

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

130 7217  021 09 217 2217

PLUMBERS

Allan

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BUILDER, qual, licensed, available for renovations, bathrooms etc. Phone Gary 021 279 1370

aucklandce@dreamdoors.co.nz

Contact Steve 021 949 168 www.bbe.co.nz

Local NZ Registered Electrician No job too big or too small! 24 hour Emergency service No call out fee if you mention this advert.

Specialist in repairs of holes and cracks in your home. Experienced, affordable, prompt service. FOR FREE QUOTE PHONE BRENDAN 022 500 7397

Call: 09 533 6956

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

Replace your doors, drawer fronts & benchtops or have a completely new kitchen, all made to measure. Servicing East & Central Auckland

FOR HOT WATER 1STCYLINDER REPAIRS

Pick up service from Half Moon Bay & Pine Harbour

KIDS KARATE

Boat Covers Outdoor Blinds Outdoor Furniture All Canvas Repairs

CD48042

BOBCATS & TRUCKS

Registered Electrician ALL ELECTRICAL WORK No job too small All work guaranteed Pensioner discount

CD263192

www.sos-appliance-repairs.co.nz

ELECTRICAL

Amazing Kitchen Facelifts Is your kitchen looking tired?

For all your plumbing needs

Ph 535 9567 John 027 492 0772

u NEW SAILS u SAIL REPAIRS u SHADE SAILS u COVER REPAIRS

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CD127274-V2

NZ registered electrical service technician Servicing all major brands of whiteware appliances

PLASTERBOARD stopping, old wallpaper walls to paint ﬁnish a speciality. Ph/ txt 021 660774

UPHOLSTERERS

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

We’re here & there when you need us!

H3X019

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

PLASTERERS

Call or text Brian 021 285 1153

K58038

021-369 881

BARRATT-BOYES

DE268673-V3

576 1515

The small jobs inside and out no one else wants to do

DE268840-V4

K75008

MARKS

APPLIANCES

ACTION pest control NZ Reg technician, 28yrs exp-all pests. Phone Bob 0800 831401/027 2392819

AUCKLAND INTERIOR PLASTERING

ELECTRICAL

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

PEST CONTROL

KITCHENS DE270756-V2

HEATPUMP SERVICES

PLUMBER

CD140634

• Fence and deck repairs • Water Blasting – Small to Medium jobs • Small painting jobs • Holes, cracks in walls, kitchen door hinges & more

Registered Drainlayers

TREE stump grinding. Prompt. Phone Terry 0274989 080

027 758 6437 – 09 361 6437 E: info@hpcplumbing.co.nz W: hpcplumbing.co.nz

aucklandplumbersgroup.nz

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

ODD JOBS n REPAIRS

HARRIS Tree Services. Trees, hedges, palms, garden, trim, removal. Fast service. Phone Shane 021 876 541

STEVE TREVURZA SAILMAKERS

DE275366

AIR CONDITIONING

0800 420 900

 Interior/exterior painting  High quality workmanship  Plastering  Howick based

PAINTING & DECORATING

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

■ All work Guaranteed ■ Hot Water Cylinders ■ New Build & Reno’s ■ General Maintenance ■ Gas Fitting FREE QUOTES – 24/7 Service

Whatever the light… we’ll fix your plight

PAINTER

Phone Kenny 021 897 445

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

DRAINAGE

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

K54154

DY267902

James IT Solutions

TREES, hedges, garden work, w/blasting rubbish removal. Phone Peter 021 39 33 84

SAILMAKERS

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

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

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

TREE SERVICES

CD45807

HORIZON AERIALS LTD

COMPUTER REPAIRS

EXPERIENCED and enthusiastic gardener, reasonable rates. Small and diﬃcult jobs a speciality. Please phone Glen on 0210 246 6991

PLUMBERS

A1 CHINESE PAINTERS

DE271012

Freeview Installed Same Day Best Prices Guaranteed

VINYL LAYER 35 years experience. Phone Karl 027 248 1167

PLUMBERS

PS277301-V2

AERIALS

JENNY Cleaning, 20yrs exp, home, oﬃce, reg, one oﬀ, Spring, moving, reliable. Ph 021 669 908

PAINTERS & DECORATORS

DE271314

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

FLOORING & SERVICES

DE280853

CLEANING

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ACCOUNTING SERVICES

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CAE

L U M C E R T E PAT E T

TEACHER – SPECIAL EDUCATION

We are looking for a qualified teacher who is passionate, caring, and enthusiastic to work in our Learning Support Department. This department caters for wonderful and vibrant students from Year 9-13+, with various special needs and talents. This is a permanent, full time position. A positive attitude is a must, and a sense of humour is just as important. Excellent people skills are a necessity. Start Term 1, 2022. Please refer to our website for further details and how to apply www.pakuranga.school.nz/employment/ MP280742

CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT

East Auckland

Email: chris@jaycoauckland.co.nz Phone: 09 271 3434 DE274843

LEARNING ASSISTANT POSITION (TEACHER AIDE)

We currently have a vacancy for a Marketing & Communications Manager. This person will be responsible for raising the profile of the school and building parental and community engagement through a range of marketing and communications channels, as well as supporting the International Department in the recruitment of International Students. Reporting directly to the Principal, this role is for 30 hours a week, term time only. Start date: 31 January 2022 (Term 1, 2022). Please refer to our website for further details and how to apply www.pakuranga.school.nz/employment/ MP280751

HOWICK

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

ESOL TEACHER YEAR 7-8 Permanent Part Time (0.4) Position – 2022 start date We have an exciting position available at Howick Intermediate School. We are looking for a part time (0.4- 2 days) ESOL teacher. Our preference is for an experienced ESOL teacher or a person with TESOL qualifications, however a person with a teaching qualification can be given the appropriate training and support. Appointment will be made on receipt of a suitable applicant. Please send your CV and cover letter to:

Angela Bell at angelab@howickint.school.nz Applications close at 3pm on Friday 10 December.

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The primary purpose of this role is to provide administrative support to the school’s varied and plentiful sports programme, which aims to create opportunities for students personal, social & physical development through sport. Our ideal candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification in Sports Management supported by knowledge of school sport operations. They will have experience in risk management, an eye for detail and problem-solving skills. They will have strong relationship-building capacity, initiative and effective communication skills, with the ability to work both strategically and operationally. Prior experience and knowledge within a rugby context would be an advantage. This is a full time, permanent position, starting Monday 24th January 2022. Please send your CV and a covering letter, together with the support staff application form (which can be found on our website) www.howickcollege.school.nz to: Mark Thomas, Deputy Principal: email employment@howick.school.nz Applications close Wednesday 15 December 2021

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SPORTS CO-ORDINATOR

Transit Traders Ltd

FOR SALE

PANDORA BROMELIADS

32 PANDORA PLACE PAKURANGA SEE US AT SATURDAY MARKET IN HOWICK

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

SITUATIONS VACANT

We sell: We sell:

Furniture Household GoodsGoods Furniture • •Household Antiques • Quality Used Clothing Antiques • Quality Used Clothing

L U M C E R T E PAT E T

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

BUYING

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

We have a position in our school in 2022 for an enthusiastic, self-motivated Learning Assistant, to work in a variety of roles with children. The successful applicant will need to have the ability to positively facilitate learning and build independence. We are looking for someone who shows initiative and is keen to learn. Our new team member must love working with children, display empathy and have a great sense of humour. The position is part time, five days per week, hours to be negotiated. Previous experience in working with students with learning and physical disabilities will be an advantage. To register your interest in the position, outline recent work experience and skill ability, in writing or email to: Genée Crowley, Principal, Baverstock Oaks School, 21 Baverstock Road, Flatbush Email: office@baverstock.school.nz Please include the names and contact details of two referees. Applications close Monday, 13 December For further information check our website www.baverstock.school.nz MP280800-v2

Group Manager

• Join a leading provider of primary health care in the Auckland region • Botany location • Competitive remuneration and benefits • Full time role Care Group Ltd is the leading provider of primary care services for East Auckland and has been delivering care to the local community for over 30 years. We deliver care to our community through our Urgent Care Clinics, General Practices and Specialist services and clinics. Reporting to the CEO and Board, and with a number of functional relationships and direct reports, the Group Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of subsidiary business units as well as the implementation of strategy and projects for Care Group Ltd. This position has overall responsibility for people management, ICT, marketing & communications, the Annual Plan, change management, financial management, health & safety, quality, compliance, innovation and growth across all subsidiaries. You must be able to translate strategy into operational activity. Not only will you have the passion and enthusiasm to motivate, lead, inspire and empower others but you will develop and lead a culture of respect for staff, patients and the community. This role requires someone with the ability to work with stakeholders across all levels and among different professional and industry groups. With a focus on business improvement and ‘lean’ practices, the Group Manager will drive the need for continuous change. While working to deliver against set targets, you will also develop and maximise new business development opportunities. If this is you, please forward your CV and cover letter to recruitment@eastcare.co.nz Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand, receive a satisfactory police check as part of our recruiting process and be fully vaccinated for Covid 19. Applications for this role close 19th of December 2021 MP280808-V2

CAE

We accept donations of:

L U M C E R T E PAT E T

Good Used Furniture We accept donations of: Household Goods • Clothing

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

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Please send your cover letter, CV and BDSC Job Application Form (www.bdsc.school.nz/our-college/job-vacancies) to Yvonne de Graaf y.degraaf@bdsc.school.nz by Friday 10 December at 12pm

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CAE

We seek a fixed term part-time (2 days per week) Special Education Needs Co-ordinator to support the Head of Learner Support for the 2022 academic school year. This role would ideally suit a primary/Intermediate trained teacher with strong classroom and behaviour management skills as you will be supporting our junior students who need additional learning support and assisting our teachers with academic and practical teaching differentiation strategies. SENCO experience an advantage but not essential for the right candidate. Other key attributes are empathy, communication skills, initiative and working positively in a team environment.

HOUSE CLEARANCE going overseas. Sat 11 Dec 8-10am. Endymion Pl, Half Moon Bay follow signs. Furn, elec appliances, tble wear, linen, clothing, childrens toys, craft supplies, Christmas/Easter decorations & more.

Good Furniture 9 BenUsed Lomond Cres Household Goods • Clothing

Open 6 Days 9 Ben Lomond 0800 677 467Cres CD227945

Looking for a change of pace!!!

Jayco Auckland is New Zealand’s largest retailer of New and Used Jayco Caravans and RV’s and with our business continuing to expand we are looking for a reliable and professional staff member to join our team. If you have the knowledge in all areas of servicing and maintenance for all types of RV’s then we want to hear from you.

Priced from $5 MP280892

TECHNICIAN REQUIRED

H ALCANTAREA H VRIESEA H NEOREGELIA

SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS CO-ORDINATOR

WANTED TO BUY CD262877

BROMELIAD PLANTS FOR SALE

GP PRACTICE NURSE Experience preferred but not essential as full training given. Phone Scott 021 2222 411 or email sw.panmed@gmail.com DE280884

GARAGE SALES

FOR SALE

Open 6 Days

ALCOHOLICS Anonymous

Pick Up Service Available East Ph Rob 0275143500 Pakuranga College is seeking to employ an Accounts Assistant to work with our Executive Officer and within our Administration Team. This is www.times.co.nz a permanent position for 30 hours per week, term time only and additional school holiday hours. Updated every issue Please refer to our website for further information Pick Up Service Available and details on how to apply: www.pakuranga.school.nz/employment/ Applications close at 5:00pm on Wednesday 15 December 2021. MP280879

0800 677 467 SITUATIONS VACANT

ATTENDANCE OFFICER STUDENT SERVICES RECEPTIONIST

GATEWAY CO-ORDINATOR

AND SHARED RECEPTION ROLE IN THE CAREERS DEPARTMENT

We are seeking someone who has excellent communication skills, is friendly, organised and able to build networks with the wider community. The above position is 4 days a week during term time. Running the Gateway Programme involves working with students, staff, training providers and employers to establish and manage work experience and learning for students in Y12 and Y13. You will be responsible for overseeing student’s work-based learning, reporting results and student outcomes and the management of the Gateway budget. The Careers Reception is shared with another part time staff member in the Careers Department. This role involves a range of administrative tasks as well as assisting students coming into the Careers area. Please send your CV and a covering letter, together with the support staff application form (which can be found on our website) www.howickcollege.school.nz to: Paul Bennett, email employment@howick.school.nz Applications close Friday 24 December 2021

Ormiston Senior College is a modern, open plan senior secondary school catering for Year 11-13 students. We are seeking an attendance officer and student services receptionist to work on our busy front desk and provide efficient administrative student support services. Knowledge of the student management system KAMAR will be an advantage. The position entails: • Interacting with students and their families • close monitoring of attendance and management of attendance records • liaising regularly on attendance with an Assistant Principal • student payments Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential in this position. The position is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, term time only with a start date of Tuesday 1 February 2022. Please send your application letter and CV by 9 am on Thursday 16 December 2021 to the Principal’s Assistant: acrabbe@ormiston.school.nz DE280955

SITUATIONS VACANT

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TWO PERMANENT PART TIME RETAIL SALES ASSISTANTS Both positions will include a weekend day. This is initially full time until early February, then part time on a permanent basis. You must be able to work over the Xmas, New Year period. We are a busy Paper Plus store with Lotto and NZ Post, serving across all 3 franchises is required. Role and Responsibility: • Customer Service • Cash Handling • Restocking Shelves • Receipting of Stock • Housekeeping If you are: • punctual • reliable • trustworthy • have excellent communication skills, and a professional approach • are able to multitask and work under pressure • computer literate, then we’d like to hear from you. One role will be Saturday, the other Sunday shifts. You will be expected to assist with stocktakes in February/March. Only fully vaccinated applicants please. Please apply by email to katie.treneman@paperplus.co.nz. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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MACLEANS COLLEGE

LIBRARY MANAGER (25 HOURS PER WEEK)

Macleans College is seeking the services of a trained and experienced Library Manager. Macleans College is a secondary, co-educational school with a roll of over 2500 students, representing over 50 nationalities. Applicants are required to: • Have attained or be undertaking a recognised library qualification • Have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Have experience in engaging staff and students to the joys of reading and using library resources • Be innovative and willing to learn and keep up to date with professional knowledge Experience with Access-IT would be an advantage. If you have enthusiasm for working with young adults, a love of reading and a “can-do” attitude, we look forward to hearing from you. Visit the school website – www.macleans.school.nz / About Us / Vacancies for a link to the job description and pay scale. For any immediate queries please email Deputy Principals’ Secretary Mrs Lizzie Simpson on Lizzie. Simpson@macleans.school.nz Applications to: applications@macleans.school.nz

Paper Plus Howick, 71 Picton St, Howick DE280902

Applications close on 20 January 2022. MP280925

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IFURNITURE, BETTER, CHEAPER, SMARTER! NZ’S #1 BIGGEST FURNITURE SHOP BIGGEST RANGE BIGGEST SAVING THEY SQUEEZE THE MIDDLE CLASS WE SQUEEZE THE FURNITURE PRICES

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