A black Nissan Navara ute which was also damaged was removed on a tow truck.
n investigation is under way after an off-duty police officer was involved in a fatal traffic crash that claimed a cyclist’s life in east Auckland last weekend.
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“The incident will be referred to the Independent Police Conduct Authority.“Policeare unable to comment further while investigations are occurring, including an investigation on behalf of the coroner.”
The cordons were still in place when the Times visited the scene just after midday.
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Cordons were erected near the crash site, opposite Barry Curtis Park, shortly after the incident happened. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
The Toyota ute had sustained damage to its side and front and its bumper was partially hanging off while the rear and side of the Nissan were damaged.
By CHRIS HARROWELL
A member of the public at the scene told the Times Stancombe
Road has become much busier with vehicle traffic in recent years due to an increase in the number of houses in the immediate area and increasing intensification.
Emergency services were called to the crash in Stancombe Road, Flat Bush, just before 8.15am on Saturday.Policesaid the crash involved a cyclist, a moving vehicle and multiple parked vehicles.
Another previous fatal crash happened on Stancombe Road at about 2pm on November 10, 2019, when a vehicle crashed into a parked truck.
When emergency services arrived they found one person in a critical condition, but the person died at the scene.
And a 27-year-old who lived in Flat Bush died when he fell from his late-model Yamaha motorbike on Stancombe Road shortly before 6am on October 18, 2017.
the“Anscene.off-duty police officer who was involved in the incident will be stood down from duty while an investigation is conducted,” a police spokesperson said.
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A blue police tent had been erected in the road and several vehicles, including a Toyota Hilux ute and a Nissan Leaf, which were both damaged, were parked in front of the tent.
Initial indications were one person was seriously injured, but on Saturday afternoon police confirmed the cyclist had died at
He also pointed out the crash on Saturday was not the only serious or fatal traffic incident to have happened on the road in the past fewPoliceyears.were previously called to a two-vehicle crash on Stancombe Road just before 3pm on February 19 last year. One person was in a critical condition while a second person sustained moderate injuries.Theroad was also the site of a fatal crash that happened just after
10.30pm on February 17 last year. Police received reports a vehicle had collided with a truck carrying a house. The vehicle’s sole occupant died at the scene.
Police at the scene of a fatal crash involving a cyclist that happened in Flat Bush on September 17. Times photos Wayne Martin COP STOOD DOWN
“The initial budget estimates for the development are $35 million.”
By CHRIS HARROWELL
upset at waiting so long for a facility that still has no firm timeline.
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Light slams delays on new Flat Bush library
Light says Flat Bush and Ormiston have numerous schools and are anticipated to have a population of 40,000 people by 2025 but do not yet have their own library or community facilities.
Board chairperson Adele White said last year that the board “had
“Just last week I was at a community event in Flat Bush where locals were asking when the facility was going to be delivered,” he says.“Residents are understandably
Flat Bush and Ormiston locals have their own town centre but they don’t yet have the library and community centre they’ve long been promised. File photo supplied
The council previously said the library and community hub project was put on hold as part of its response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the financial restraints in its emergency budget 2020-2021.
The board voted in September 2019 to approve a particular block of land at Ormiston Town Centre as the location for the library and “community hub”.
“Facilities like this are more than just buildings with books.
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lat Bush deserves the library and community centre it’s been promised for almost twoThat’sdecades.theview of Damian Light, who’s standing as an Independent candidate for a seat on Auckland Council in the Howick ward as well as on the Howick Local Board at this year’s local elections.
“They want to know when they will get the facility their growing community so desperately needs.”
As the Times reported in June last year, the council and board have talked for years about eventually delivering a library and community centre in Flat Bush with the intention they’d serve that suburb and nearby Ormiston.
“The library and community hub remains a priority project and will be delivered as a single integrated building offering multiple services and activities, on the northern side of the Ormiston Town Centre.
“Timing of progress is dependent on when budget is available through the [council’s] 2021-2031 long-term plan, which will be adopted in June 2021.
Those facilities, as well as an aquatic and leisure centre, were described as being “priorities for the Howick Local Board and the Flat Bush community”.
Light says the library and community centre were promised by the former Manukau City Council in 2005 and then by the current super-city council.
“Over nearly two decades, hundreds of locals have provided their feedback that they need this facility.“What they want now is action, not more talk or empty promises.
“They’re the heart of communities, providing meeting spaces and support for community services andTheorganisations.”boardhas been a strong advocate for the project but the council has failed to provide the necessary funding and support to address the community’s needs, he says.“Auckland Council has said work is due to recommence in 2024 but given the financial situation it’s likely it will need to be delayed again unless we get representatives who will fight for east Auckland.”
certainly expected” to see a community centre and library in Flat Bush by that time.
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Police at the scene after Michael Hill jewellery store at Botany Town Centre was robbed on September 14. Photo supplied
Police are investigating after a group of people carrying weapons allegedly entered an east Auckland jewellery and stole a number of items before leaving.Apolice spokesperson says that at about 1.30pm on September 14, police received a report of an aggravated robbery at a commercial address on Chapel Road.
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fter more than 11 years as principal of Howick Primary School, Leyette Callister is leaving Auckland and her principalship at the end of term three.Toleave a lasting legacy she has donated fruit trees to supplement other food in the orchard.
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That incident saw a group of offenders who were carrying tools enter the premises and smash several glass cabinets.
Leyette became the principal in August 2011 and has seen a lot of changes and development of school programmes like Garden to Table and Enviroschools where students learn about and take a greater responsibility for the way they manage the environment.
focused these days on relevant contexts such as sustainability which is creating the confident lifelong learners that Howick Primary is proud to produce.
As well as recognising the significance of the occasion 129 years later, Zonta members saw it as a timely reminder of the privilege women have in voting and to urge all women to vote.
Howick Primary principal Leyette Callister planted the pear and plum trees with students, leaving behind a lasting legacy.
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Helping her to plant the pear and plum trees are Jackson Hotton, Panapa Tuiafiso, Mikayla Hsieh, Mila Bye and Cali Khammy.
“I will be sad to leave behind so
Learning is so much more
many amazing students and colleagues as teaching and education in general is the best career a person can have if you want to make a lasting difference to many,” Leyette says.
The Times understands the incident happened at the Michael Hill store at Botany Town“PoliceCentre.attended, however the group of offenders fled in a stolen vehicle,” the spokesperson said.“Enquiries are being made to identify what was taken, and
Times photo Wayne Martin.
The same store was previously targeted by thieves at about 5.40pm on July 18.
People with information on the alleged robbery at the Michael Hill store at Botany Town Centre on September 14 can phone police on 105 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers tip-off line on 0800 555 111.
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Police said at the time the thieves took a number of items before leaving in two vehicles, both of which were later found abandoned a short distance away.
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Principal leaves growing legacy
locate the offenders.”
Education has changed dramatically since 1981 when Leyette started her teaching career.
Zonta Club of East Auckland recognised Women’s Suffrage Day on September 19 by visiting the five Kate Sheppard camellias they planted in 2018 at the Howick Historic Village.
These were planted on the 125th anniversary of women’s suffrage in appreciation of those suffragists who fought for the right to vote so that on September 19, 1893 a new Electoral Act was passed into law.
n Friday September 9, Kiwis woke to the news that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II had passed away peacefully after 70 years on the throne.Like many people around the world, I was incredibly saddened and shocked to hear the news of the Queen’s death.
The global outpouring of grief and the accompanying appreciation for her life and service speaks volumes about the immeasurable contribution she has made to our world’s history and to New Zealand as our Head of State.
For New Zealand, the Monarchy is foundational to who we are as the Treaty of Waitangi was an agreement signed between the Crown and Maori.
Simeon Brown is MP for Pakuranga
My sympathies go to His Majesty King Charles III and the entire royal family, as they mourn the loss of a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother.Formanyof us, Queen Elizabeth was the only monarch we’ve ever known. She has been a stable and comforting presence in world affairs for the past 70 years and has been an anchor of stability during times of great change.
Mayor Phil Goff remembers Queen Elizabeth II as a ‘reassuring presence’ for the past 70 years.
“As our head of state through times that were often turbulent she had been a constant, a stable and a reassuring presence,” Goff said.
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make. Queen Elizabeth chose to live a life of loving duty and we are all challenged by her example to do the same.
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“Things we are debating now, such as sustainability and climate change, he took a stand for 30 years ago. He was ahead of his time.”
“At the somewhat tender age of 21… she gave a hugely impressive speech in which she stated ‘I declare before you all that my whole life whether it be short or long shall be devoted to your service’. It was a pledge that she honoured right to the end of her life.”
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Goff recalled being six years old when the Queen first toured New Zealand and how much the city had changed over thatGofftime.extended his condolences and congratulations to King Charles III. When he met Charles, Goff said he found him to be well informed and engaged.
These past two weeks we have also witnessed the passing of the Crown from Queen Elizabeth II to King Charles III who is now King of New Zealand.
A minute of silence was had during the committee and chair Desley Simpson finished the remembrance by saying “God save the king”.
COUNCIL
She has presided over many moments of significance and has not only accepted change
This connection to the Commonwealth also means we are part of a large global community of countries which have similar values and histories, a connection will only become increasingly important in an ever-changing world.
MP for Pakuranga
While we mourn the Queen, the Crown endures and we now say, God save the King.
A floral tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in London, England.
and progress but encouraged it, particularly within the Commonwealth.HerChristian faith was also deeply important to her and gave her a great sense of purpose. Duty, sacrifice and service epitomised her remarkably long reign and she crowned those virtues with grace, humility and a love for her people. These values are not rolebound or time-bound but are choices that any individual can
At the Finance and Performance Committee on September 15, Mayor Phil Goff presented a speech about the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II
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“They are loved by their neigh bours and staff at Summerset and everyone who meets them. Dad knows the Howick/Pakuranga
tion studio in New Zealand, he decided to hold back on Bill Hayley’s Rock Around the Clock to enable Johnny Cooper and the Maori Cowboys to produce a rep lica and make some money from it before releasing the interna tional version.
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The Van Weede’s also lived in Golfland Drive and got to know their neighbours well and are still friends with one and keep in con tact with others, some of whom are overseas. Get-togethers are their place were commonplace.
“His old work colleagues still remember him from when we were kids,” Carole says.
avid and Val Van Weede, who are in their 90s, are this week celebrat ing their platinum wedding anniversary.Thecouple, at retirement vil lage Summerset by the Park on Chapel Road, have lived in Bucklands Beach for many years and their children attended school and worked in Howick. The couple retain a large circle of friends with whom they keep in touch.Dave, 93, and Val, 91, marked their 70th wedding anniversary yesterday and have a special din nerTheyplanned.were married in Wellington in 1952 and, says daughter Carole Van Weede, have been happily married and in love the whole time, raising four chil dren (three girls and a boy). They have four grandchildren and in January have a great-grandchild arriving.“Mum has very mild dementia (can still hold a conversation as long as she is clearly spoken to) and Dad is very active with eve ryone he meets, remembering peoples’ names wherever he goes and working through his com puter, having gone to SeniorNet for many years,” Carole says.
Ormiston Senior College (OSC) Year 11 students Stephanie, Nishwitha and Kaylee won first place for their article The food waste fiasco; in a haste to save our food waste in the 15-18 age category at the 2022 Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) Competition.
Dave, who gave time for Neighbourhood Support, was a Freemason and held office for a while. His propensity to help was well-known.“Theneighbour across the road in Sorrel Cres bought a bach up North so Dad freely went up with him to help with painting, roof
“Mum stayed at home for us kids and Dad worked at Phillips (sound, lighting) and then as manager, Phillips Rentals in Auckland until retiring at age 60.
Platinum love for Val and Dave
area very well, is still friends with all the old neighbours and their families in Sorrel Crescent.”
St Luke’s Catholic church and St Paul’s Anglican church warmly welcome anyone in the commu nity who wish to celebrate the life of service of Queen Elizabeth II. A memorial prayer service will be held at St Luke’s Catholic church, 260 Chapel Road Flat Bush on Monday September 26 10am. All are welcome.
“I was born just after that so I guess you could say I have rock and roll in my blood. The produc tion he did was once in Motat for quite a long time.”
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Dave had a couple of boats and loved fishing while Val was blessed with green fingers and won a few Gardens in the Street awards at both Sorrel Crescent and Golfland Drive.
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David and Val Van Weede were married in Wellington in 1952; David and Val Van Weede lived in Bucklands Beach for many years. Photos supplied
ing, etc on several occasions,” says“AsCarole.amark of respect and love, our family are now invited to go up every year and spend some family time in the paradise that it is up at Matapouri Bay.”
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“He then worked at HMV (His Master’s Voice) at the time rock and roll music was becoming a hot thing. As the only produc
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When he and Mum - Elaine - moved to Howick, he was a well-established runner with the Technical Harrier Club, when an ad in the local newspaper caught his eye.He and a few likeminded people gathered and out of that first meeting he and a man who would become one of his closest friends reformed the HAAHC - the Howick Amateur Athletic and Harrier Club.
For his efforts, Dad was made a life member, but I always thought my Mum should have got the same honour as she was beside him all the way.
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ThereAlbert.was however an interest in running in Howick, firstly on the roads and then on the cross-country courses on local farms.
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This was back in the mid-1950s, long before the exploits of Bill Baillie, Barry Magee, John Davies and Sir Peter Snell. Their coach, Arthur Lydiard, was just a milkman in Mt
The HAAHC also catered for kids and started athletics nights on Wednesdays at club headquarters, HowickThroughDomain.thelate 1960s, ’70s and ’80s, these nights would see the domain completely packed with children and adults regularly competing in sprint races, long and high jump, shot-put, discus, and even javelin.Dadwas involved in the administration of the club, serving terms as
sport was at the time, you needed a doctor’s certificate to enter roadrunning events like marathons, run in the heat of the day in summer.
I’m very proud to say my dad was a good runner and, as membership started to grow, the Howick club began to field teams in regional relays and, with a bit of unofficial coaching from him, began featuring in the results.
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This event had some of the best runners in New Zealand in it and winning. Jack Foster, the 1974 Commonwealth Games marathon silver medallist, at 40, was one that triumphed over the rolling hills in a course record.
They’ve been hoisted into position as part of the upcoming 175th anniversary of the settlers landing at Howick Beach.Awide range of events is being held around the community as part of the commemorations.Peopleareinvited to get along to Howick Village to see
For more information on events being held as part of the commemorations go online to www.howick175. co.nz.
Visitors to Howick Village will spot flags flying proudly while attached to light poles along Picton Street.
There are numerous memorial items available for sale including 175th anniversary tea towels, key rings, and the book Owairoa to Howick, written by Howick Historian Alan La Roche and published by Times Media.
Flags are flying in Picton Street as part of Howick’s 175th anniversary commemorations. Times photo Wayne Martin
My mother tells the story of pushing me or my sister Robyn up the main street in Howick only to have people cross the street, so as not to talk to the woman who was married to the strange Dark bloke who ran.
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y Dad, Alan Dark, was always sporty, playing rugby as all young Kiwis did back in the day, also dabbling in amateur boxing and athletics.
His close friend, an Englishman with a love for running, was Fred Woods.Hiswife
Things were very different in those days. It was long before the running or jogging boom, and most people who ran or, heaven forbid, trained semi-seriously, were thought of as strange.
A standout on the club’s calendar was the annual Howick 10-Mile Road Race, a brutal out and back course that started and finished at Howick Domain.
Alma Woods was instrumental in founding the first theatre group in Howick, which we now know as Howick Little Theatre.
Alan Dark, right, in a Times Newspapers t-shirt, and great mate Fred Woods, running on Archie Somerville’s former farm where the Mangemangeroa Reserve is now; Phil Dark (right), broadcaster, producer, Howickian. Photos supplied
As 175 events and celebrations, we have asked Howick/ Pakuranga residents to share some of their memories, Today we hear from Phil Dark. The Dark family played a big role in running organised athletics events in Howick
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club captain, secretary, and president. He also became the club’s delegate to Auckland Athletics and the club’s standout events were interclub competitions.
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“Although some might be irrelevant to your business, it is important to understand them to identify improvement opportunities”.
6. Low gross profit margin – in other words, this is what is left from sales after vari able costs get deducted. You don’t need to increase your prices to increase your gross profit margin.
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The Interactive Health Expo offers a range of information and activities - mental health awareness, blood pressure/ Friday, September
sells quality labelled men’s and women’s clothing, jewellery, DVDs, books and brica-brac. Profit from the shop brings help to those with ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia.
heart checks, checklist for immunisations, and a ‘see how much fat/sugar is in your food’ - and is on
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3. Inventory process – if you carry stock or work in progress for too long, it will tie up your cash for longer.
Beating inflation through better
East Health Trust and the Howick Village Association have teamed up to organise a free health expo next Friday.
5. High overheads – you should review these annually.
1. Accounts receivable process – if this is inadequate, your debtor days will be too high. As a result, payment from customers may take longer.
4. Inappropriate debt/capital structure –could cause unnecessarily high-interest charges.
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Burns will fight to maintain Howick’s historic beauty and culture while advocating for fresh and innovative
She was born and raised in Howick and lives in this fantastic community with her husband and their two busyBurnsdaughters.isseeking reelection to the board to continue to serve as your local voice and to push for much-need action and improvements in the community.She’sbeen a business owner in this area for two decades and has got a proven track record of achievement on the local board, by serving as an APPA board member, and as the organiser of the annual Howick Santa Parade.Over the past three years on the local board
ADELE WHITE, Howick Local Board candidate, Howick subdivision
“We must continue to give attention to our natural environment, particularly protecting our streams, improving tree
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Her passion, professionalism, leadership skills, and proven ability to interact with all members of our community make her a worthy candidate to continue her work on the Howick Local Board.
Howick Local Board member Bo Burns is campaigning for re-election to the board and for a seat on Auckland Council.
As the current board
chairperson, White has led successes around the preservation and celebration of Howick’s history and ensuring the area is well resourced with innovative facilities for all ages.
coverage and remediating coastal erosion.
Howick Local Board chairperson Adele White is campaigning for re-election to the board. Photo supplied
dele White is well known to the people of Howick.
Born and bred locally, she’s gained huge respect from many locals through 21 successful years in local government, and from her former role in this community as a police officer for 33Inyears.this work and as a health educator, marriage and funeral celebrant, mentor and public speaker, she has touched the lives of many local families.
concepts for a growing community.Shewon’t just listen, she will get results. It’s time for a fresh approach and new voices with energy and ideas.
BO BURNS, Howick Local Board candidate, Howick subdivision
The Howick ward has to go confidently into the future and tackle the big challenges we face.
She’s established meaningful relationships with a diverse range of groups throughout the wider community.Whitecontinues to actively speak out on significant Howick ward issues whilst being vigilant to, and openly questioning, council spending and service provision.
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“I have a solid commitment to ensuring the Howick we all love is fit for future generations and believe it is essential that our local board remains alert to an ever changing landscape, and the issues this may Teamingbring.”upwith current board members Bo Burns, and John Spiller, White seeks your vote for Howick Local Board – Howick subdivision #weknowhowick.
We cannot go backward or stay focused on the past. That will never get the results we need andBydeserve.voting for Burns you’ll get someone you can trust and who has integrity, drive and passion.Shehas proven she can#voteboburnsdeliver.
“I am a strong advocate for community safety, improved public transport, and having an attractive, activated and prosperous Howick Village, she says.
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Burns keen to bring energy and vision to local board
Burns has got the energy, vision, and the strategic skills to action change.Shepromises to continue to speak forcefully and confidently on your behalf around the local board table to ensure your concerns are heard and that important future investment in the Howick ward is delivered.Herpriorities as an elected representative are to enhance our public green spaces, ensure local funding is spent wisely, and improve the relationship between the board and council’s governing body.
she’s proven she actively listens to people’s concerns and takes action to getShe’sresults.known as ‘Bo on the Go’ because she gives 100 per cent to every activity she gets involved with.
“This past term I have worked hard to progress crucial new transport ini tiatives for Pakuranga.
Vote for Paul Young and Bo Burns are two votes for positive change and moving forwards, NOT backwards.
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As a previous deputy chairperson Bungard strived to stop wasteful spending and bureaucracy while continuing to advo cate for projects such as the Reeves Road Flyover. Bungard says: “It has been an absolute privilege
As such, she currently serves the community in a range of voluntary commu nity roles including being deputy chairperson of the Manukau East Council of Social Services (MECOSS).
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She is also president of the Amputee Society and a director of the Amputee Federation NZ.
ike Turinsky is standing in Botany for reelection to the Howick Local Board along with Olympian Bruce Kendall (Pakuranga) under the team “Practical not Political”.Turinsky is a family man married with two children and looks after his elderly mother.He’slived and worked locally since migrating from Alaska in 2004.
He’s also deputy chair of
He works with the local Business Association, rate payers’ groups, commu nity groups and the Otara Waterways-Lake Trust on rubbish clean-up events and tree Turinskyplanting.robustly advo cates for completion of the Ormiston Library/ Community Centre, pools, stream improve ments, crime prevention, improved public transport, road safety, and retaining our parks and reserves.
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I am running with Bo Burns to represent Howick. Together with our best ever team of local board candidates, we will focus relent lessly on ensuring we get value for money from Council spending and get a better transport system and good infrastructure and community amenities for Howick.
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As a previous Howick Local Board deputy chair person, as well as a pre vious candidate of the National Party, Bungard brings a wealth of expe rience in community leadership.She’srepresented our local board for the past three local electoral terms and has been a strong advocate for curbing coun cil costs and ensuring local residents’ views are heard and respected around the board table.
I am proud of pressing government hard and securing additional funding to complete
Mike Turinsky is campaigning for a seat on the Howick Local Board. Photo supplied
atrina Bungard is standing for re-election to the Pakuranga subdivision of the Howick Local Board.
Turinsky is oncampaigningBungardnot‘practical,political’experience
We have a diverse community and I work to ensure all of our community has their voice heard at Council.
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For 18 years, Turinsky has been CEO of a local non-profit trust focusing on youth well-being pro viding youth mentors to schools.Hepersonally spends eight hours per week as a youth mentor at Botany Downs Secondary College.
Howick Local Board member Katrina Bungard is campaigning for re-election at this year’s Auckland Council elections. Photo supplied
lived in Howick for 33 years and it is a community I care deeply for. You have twice given me the privilege of repre senting you on Council. In return I have worked hard on your behalf, attending all Council meetings, being always available to help constituents and speaking out for our area.
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Please consider Mike Turinsky for re-election for Botany on the Howick Local Board: Practical not Political.www.votebotany.org
MIKE TURINSKY, Howick Local Board candidate, Botany subdivision
Together we have serious concerns for how the Auckland Council has been managed. Rates keep rising, spending exceeds income and debt is ballooning. Of more concern is the fact the wishes of the general public are being just totally ignored. Your vote can ensure Auckland’s future.
Maurice Williamson was the member of parliament for Pakuranga (included Howick) for 30 years. He has recently returned to New Zealand from a diplomatic posting as New Zealand’s Consul General in Los Angeles and is also standing for the Auckland Council here in the Howick Ward.
Sharon Stewart QSM is standing for re-election to the Auckland Council to continue serving the community that she loves. Having lived here for most of her life, her family history within the district goes back over 100 years.
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He’s committed to avoid wasteful spending, treat ing the budget like his own.He has good working relationships with other elected members and council staff, achieving positiveTurinskyoutcomes.isa strong advocate for residents.
He adamantly opposed the sale of reserves/ council facilities and the Eastern Busway route through Burswood. He’s focused on local transport projects, parks/facilities upgrades, illegal dump ing/crime prevention, local economic development and local environmental projects.Turinsky wants council to do the basics well and
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Turinsky has brought energy, expertise, and a strong work ethic to the local board, demonstrating years of commitment to theHecommunity.feelsthe pressure many locals are under as many residents believe Auckland Council wastes time and money.
In addition to this, Bungard has also been an elected director on the Counties Manukau District Health Board for the past six years as well as spear heading the Healthy Howick Initiative on the localBungardboard. says she will continue to be a strong advocate for community networking and ensuring the adequate provision of quality accessible facilities across the community.
Achieving degrees in International Business, Economics, and Management, he ran suc cessful businesses in finance and marketing.
to represent you and your family on our local board.
“I have also ensured community projects such as ‘Gardens and Fruit Trees in Schools’, as well as ‘Enviro-Schools’ are well facilitated.“Ihave also advocated strongly for consideration to be given to our local facilities and playground upgrades, to ensure those with accessibility require ments and special needs are catered for in our new facilities.”Bungard believes it is important for elected rep resentatives to be proven hard workers for the com munity, and to serve across sectors.Asa child-cancer sur vivor and amputee, hav ing lost her left leg to bone cancer at age 11, Bungard is passionate about ensuring local health and social ser vice networks are appro priately facilitated.
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Leading New Zealand economist Tony Alexander last month referred to ‘dangerous supply chains’.
“In 2021 the pandemic settled down a bit but there was still panicbuying at times. That’s when supply chain issues began to show – early 2021. About 20 per cent of global shipping capacity was sitting waiting to be unloaded.
There were occasions when manufacturing stopped when the company became starved of paper stock from overseas – a terrifying situation for a large company when fixed costs including staff wages were still ticking over. The panic buying of toilet paper during the pandemic didn’t help the already fragile situation.
“For the full month, it was 80 per cent up on normal production,” Calvert said.
These problems have compounded to severely impact profitability and they aren’t going away anytime soon.
Meanwhile the situation became a concern with people surveilling the premises in Highbrook by night.
“Lead time went from four weeks to eight to 12. April to August delays climbed till they were arriving two months later. So in August 2021 we were turning the machines off because nothing was coming in.”
“It means we did lose money, particularly when the price of freight is factored in.
During the first period of panic buying – from March 2020 until level 4 lockdown – every trading day was bigger than Cottonsoft’s previous biggest day.
“There was plenty of capacity in New Zealand. We had to cull our range from about 50 products to 10 products to eliminate time-wasting machinery changeovers. The upside was that it made us much more efficient.”
“All these things add to cost. All that demand into one month…fixed costs are still there. That was kind of the pattern,” Calvert said.
“Another is the shifting of supply sources from predominantly the cheapest supplier to a more geographically diversified range of suppliers. This comes at a higher cost.”
iwi businesses, large and small, which survived two years of Covid-19 pandemic fall-out, continue to try and push through the pain barrier as they face issues around global supply chains, labour shortages and rampaging inflation.
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“This is leading to a number of changes. One is running higher inventories of inputs and that adds to higher costs via hiring of the storage facilities and financing the higher stock levels.
Financially, March 2020 was “awesome” however that was offset by big drops in sales in the subsequent months, and enormous rises in costs. In August 2020 there was more panic-buying meaning more over time and extra trucks to get product to market at the weekend.
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panic buying of loo roll which meant extraordinary demand on staff and stocks and consequential global supply impediments. The company sources its base paper abroad.
“We had three weeks of panic buying before the initial 2020 lockdown.”
“In September [2021] we ended up bringing in four ships. We were able to get bigger and bigger boats.”
Cottonsoft has had to dramatically adapt not just during a very testing couple of years during national and regional lockdowns,
Kim Calvert, country manager for Kiwi tissue manufacturer Cottonsoft based in Highbrook Business Park, can relate. “Certainly
The end justified the means. “The cost of not having tissue is higher than the cost of excessive inventory. The challenges of 2021…the team was so good. I’m so proud about what the team have done.”
Cottonsoft – a New Zealandoperated and managed tissue converting company – manufactures and distributes leading brands of high-quality toilet and tissue paper products throughout New Zealand.
“We were watching compatriots overseas who were having problems. People were doing armed robberies in Hong Kong for toilet paper.
Calvert and his team got creative – they sourced their own vessel to get their product down under.
Right now, Cottonsoft is facing yet another challenge. “We desperately need more workers.”
Cottonsoft country manager Kim Calvert at the East Tamaki site. Times photo Wayne Martin
Kiwi company Cottonsoft faced its fair share of issues during the pandemic and showed that sometimes, you just need to think outside of the box when you’re struggling with the global supply chain and shipping
“We had to hire security guards. People were peeping over our fences and even tried to trigger the gates [at truck exit].”
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“It’s a bit hard to catch up (with tissue production) when people were buying three weeks’ worth [of toilet roll], said Calvert.
“We found a shipping agent and worked to operate a charter system.
the challenges of that has been huge,” Calvert told the Times.
“We saw a problem coming and were able to address it,” Calvert said.
“At the start of 2021 we decided to move Dunedin to full 24-hour operation. When we had supply problems, containers were taking one to two months longer than normal to arrive,” Calvert said.
“(Paper) prices went up, and shipping costs went up six-fold and space on container ships became restricted.”
The company, which was formed in Dunedin in 1986 where it retains a significant presence, today has around 210-215 personnel in New Zealand.
But surety of supply comes at a cost – the cost of the ships, unloading of those vessels, storage of the product and bringing the cargo to Auckland from Tauranga.
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“Business have learnt that their assumptions about the reliability of materials supply chains have been wrong,” Alexander said in his weekly commentary.
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Ph Mark 027 495 4219 a/h 534 3227 CD226123 A.J. & CONTRACTORS.J All fencing, decks, retaining landscapingwalls,&moreCompetitivepricingFreeQuotes 535 6227 021 726697 Sam 027 4981810 Adrian FENCING & TRELLIS ■ Fencing ■ Retaining ■ Decks ■ Dingo k9-3 mini digger ■ Post holes ■ Specialists in limited access sites Ph Dean 021 278 8087 DE283823 NEW decks, fences, timber/pool fencing, all repairs. free quotes ph/txt John 021 023 69767 ALL gardening undertaken,specialisingworkin one off tidy ups. Call The Gardening Guys phone 021 1845671 GARDEN CARE DE284798 Hedge Trimming Tree PropertyPropertyTrimmingCleanUpsMaintenanceRyan021413587www.cutback.co.nz HEDGE & shrub trimming up to 3m. 20+yrs exp. Ph Greg 021 1167579 TREES, hedges, garden work, waterblasting, rubbish removal. Phone Peter 021 39 33 84 HANDYMAN An experienced gentleman with years of experience in additions, renovations, wallpapering & painting etc. All other work also...considered Flat pack specialists We will assemble for you! Ph 0274 945 447 or 534 8404 CD243734 HANDYMEN FOR all paintng, Reno’s, Gib & rot repairs etc. Fred 027 6992 643 DE276165-V3 ODD JOBS n REPAIRS • Fence and deck repairs • Water Blasting – Small to Medium jobs • Small painting jobs • Holes, cracks in walls, kitchen door hinges & more The small jobs inside and out no one else wants to do Call or text Brian 021 285 1153 Call: 09 533 aucklandce@dreamdoors.co.nz6956 Is your lookingkitchentired? Replace your doors, drawer fronts & benchtops or have a completely new kitchen, all made to CentralServicingmeasure.East&Auckland DE268840-V4 AmazingFaceliftsKitchen KITCHENS FOR all your Landscaping needs, decks, fencing, retaining walls, paving, concreting. Over 20yrs exp Ph 021 885676 LANDSCAPING Terry’s LANDSCAPES Ph: 535 MAINTENANCECONSTRUCTIONDESIGNthebehersings@xtra.co.nz9155 Silver FlowershowEllerslieWinnerMedal K58038 ABSOLUTE Excellence Lawn mowing, life style blocks. Ph 0211566951 GOODJOB bi-weekly mowing first job 1/2 price Ph Greg 021 1167 579 GREENMAN Trees, Lawns, Garden. Free quotes. Friendly service Ph/txt 021 570 409 LOGAN’s Mowing, friendly & professional. Ph Logan 022 0144957 for free quote LAWNCARE &PAINTINGDECORATING All int/extpromptrequirements,service, 40 years experience, Registered Master Painter Phone Ross 021 977 542 DE275167 PAINTERS & DECORATORS A1 PAINTERSCHINESE Interior/Exterior painting, Wallpaper stripping, PlasterboardHighResidential/Commercialfixing/stopping,qualityworkmanship Ph Vincent 5339658 021-135 PAINTER3388 Interior/exterior painting High quality workmanship Plastering Howick based Phone Kenny 021 897 445 DE271012 PAINTER/HANDYMAN, 40+yrs exp. Phone Muzza Ph 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 Wayne’sPaintingLtdWayne’sPaintingLtd Free quotes Interior & exterior Quality work at affordable prices Ph Wayne 273 5052 mobile 021 305 127CD142804 ADL PAVING & LANDSCAPING. Phone Adrian 027 603 1919, ah 537 2345 PAVING AFFORDABLE plastering. New work & alterations, skimming, cove & gib fixing. Ph Phil 021 521 403 NEED plastering? renovation & new homes, skimming, gib cove & patchwork fixing, free quotes, ph Tim 027 521 5226 PLASTERBOARD stopping, old wallpaper walls to paint finish a speciality ph/ txt 021 660774 PLASTERERS THE SURGEONWALL Specialist in repairs of holes and cracks in your home All aspects of plastering skimming and repair work CALL BRENDAN TODAY 022 500 7397 n ALL WORK HAS A WATER TIGHT GUARANTEE n WE RESPOND TO ALL CALLS! 24/7. Ph 09 534 5286 Spouting, Hot Water Repairs/Replacements,CylinderDrainage/Unblocking www.allgoplumbing.co.nz PLUMBERS BRADSHAWPLUMBINGPhone095273053or092681007Terry0272922708orAlywn0274743505 DE264603 Specialise in plumbing/maintenancegeneral Bathroom and kitchen alterations NO JOB TOO SMALL DE276039 PLUMBERS Hill Plumbing • Certifying plumbing, gas and drainage • Hot water cylinders • Bathrooms, kitchens • New and repairs All work guaranteed Over 35 years in area Brett 534 3562 027 493 0181 H3X019 DE271314 PLUMBER • Specialises in plumbing maintenance • Hot water cylinders • No job too small Ph 535 9567 John 027 492 0772 DE276820 FOR HOT WATER CYLINDER REPAIRS ADAM OXLEY Certifying Plumber l Hot Water Cylinders l RenovationsBathroom/Kitchen l Roof Leaks l General Maintenance l All Work Guaranteed 535 1111 027 235 2517 1ST ROOFING repair service. 26 yrs exper. All work guaranteed. Ph 536-7173 or 0210-798-166 ROOFING GARDEN Household & General, also garden work & waterblasting. Fast, friendly service. Ph Peter 021 393384 RUBBISH REMOVALS REMOVALRUBBISH Household, Garden Waste & General Rubbish Ph: 0800 789 248 CD48042 TILINGCATKIN l Quality guaranteed l Free Quote l Waterproofing l Best Prices l Wall and floor l Underfloor Heating David Yang 273 6566 or 021 1867 361 DE274460 TILING THE TILE GUY, floor & wall tiling, certified waterproofing. Stonemason by trade, 30yr exp. search tyle4u on facebook, it’s that easy. 021 031 1899. All TREESabout & STUMP GRINDING Reducing Thinning Shaping Full removal Chipped onsite/removed Good rates Great refs Free quotes Ph 534-7361,QualifiedMurrayArborist292-89300274-767-746KAK007 TREE SERVICES MANAGERBRANCHALLTREEWORK Stump Grinding FullyFreeInsuredMulch Ph Brett 533-0473 or 021-279-9118 K54146 TREE SERVICES DS TREES & LANDSCAPES, all tree work & stumps, hedges, mulching, rubbish removal. Phone Doug on 021 537 171 or 537 8595 HARRIS TREE SERVICES. Trees, hedges, palms, garden, trim, removal. Fast service. Phone Shane on 021 876 541 Boat AllOutdoorOutdoorCoversBlindsFurnitureCanvasRepairs 171 Moore St. Howick 0274 760 easterncovercentre.co.nz577 K54154 UPHOLSTERERS REPAIRSSERVICE& to all Central and VacuumBuilt-inSystems Ph 021 767 662 DE279379 WATER BLASTING, House Wash, roof treat or Gutter clean. Free quote call Shona (09) 537 4320 WATERBLASTING PROFESSIONAL window cleaning. Kevin Turner Ph 535 7321 or 027 496 9784 WINDOW CLEANING SOLUTIONS Specialists in residential, light commercial & Schools. Contact for free quote 021 1187147 WINDOW CLEANING MP282686 The Anglican and Catholic communities of Flat Bush are combining to hold a memorial service for HM Queen Elizabeth 11 on Monday 26 September at 10.00am. This service is open to absolutely anyone who wishes to attend. The service will be held in the St Luke’s Catholic Church, 260 Chapel Road Flat PleaseBush.do join us as we celebrate someone who unselfishly committed her life to the service of millions of people, from many diverse backgrounds and beliefs. DE284803 CHURCH SERVICES St Paul’s in the P k ChAnglicanch 141 Chapel Rd, Flat Bush Sunday Service: 9.00am Holy Communion 10.15am Praise and worship with multi-culturalWelcomeCommunionHolytoourcongregation. Reverend Warner www.stpaulsinthepark.nz021-548-407Wilder, DE284777 CHURCH SERVICES KARATEKIDS Kids ContactAdultsafternoonsevenings Hiroshi 534 1776 (h) 021 060 6006 (m) CD45807 TUITION Maths Calculus StatsStats SciencePhysics&Chem 15+ yrs Exp Private Tutor 1 to 1 Proven Results Your place or mine NCEA & Cambridge Int. Neil 535 4833 Ph/txt 027 535 4909 DE284536 HOUSE WITH FLAIR WANTED BY CASHPRIVATEBUYER 3 to 4 bedrooms in Howick, Mellons Bay, Cockle Bay, Half Moon Bay or surrounding area. 021Tel/Txt808838 DE284693 HOUSES WANTED TO BUY
Howick Bowling Club, Selwyn Road, Howick. Ladies of all ages are welcome to visit and join this group of friendly ladies for morning tea, listen to the monthly speaker and meet new people. For further information phone Jan 536-6819 or Agnes 940-1532.
Key responsibilities include:
Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise
Email: chris@jaycoauckland.co.nzPhone:092713434
St Columba Church, Botany
Used Jayco Caravans and RV’s and with our business contin uing to expand we are looking for a reliable and professional cleaner to join our team to keep our building spik-and-span. This is a permanent position, for the right person and an excellent opportunity to join a great company. Hours of work are Monday Wednesday, Friday 9 to 4.
PHBS is governed by a current board of seven elected members. We are looking for people with skills and backgrounds in law, media, fundraising, social work, management, finance or business ownership.
Data entry, invoicing, bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, GST returns, month-end and year-end processes and reporting for our national office and branches; general administrative support.
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8.30am-5pm).Sunday Please email your CV mike@ambridgerose.co.nztoorcall095762590 SITUATIONS VACANT FIREWOOD, Ti Tree, Hot mix, Phone Darryl Green Earths 027 4471571 FOR SALE CD227945 We accept donations of: Furniture • Household Goods Antiques • Quality Used Clothing Good Used Furniture Household Goods • Clothing 9 Ben Lomond Cres Open 6 Days We sell: 0800 677 467 Pick Up Service Available BUYING We purchase good quality house/flat and estate lots. Smaller lots also. Ask about our comprehensive clearout package. 25 years experience. CD262877 Phone 09 532 9204 or 027 479 8942 Transit Traders Ltd WANTED TO BUY DE279274 WANTED TO BUY Visit www.times.co.nzwebsite:ourUpdatedeveryissue
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We welcome new members for weekly play on Wednesdays at Howick Little Theatre 1pm-4pm. Friendly social play, includes after noon tea. Details from Andrew ph
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Enquiries for this opportunity please contact: Megan Dangen Email: manager@phbs.org.nz Phone: (09) 576 5222 DE276667-V3
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Uninstructed dance hour with electronica & hits from 80s, 90s. 00s & beyond. Free entry! Tuesdays September 27-November 8, 7pm8pm in The Lounge, 186 Wellington St, Howick.
The successful candidate will have:
If you are interested, please apply now with a copy of your current CV. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency. Full drivers licence required.
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If you are interested, please apply now with a copy of your current CV. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency. Full drivers licence required.
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accountsWe-ADMINISTRATORACCOUNTSworkclosetohome!arelookingforapart-timeadministratortojoinoursmallteaminourHowickoffice. DE284610-v2 A l um i n i um Ci ty L i mite d W NDOW FAC TORY170 STATION RD, PENROSE, AUCKLAND PO BOX 12189, PENROSE, AUCKLAND 1642 WEBSITE www.aluminiumcity.co.nz PH: 09 579 2770, EMAIL: admin@aluminiumcity.co.nz 40 YEARS OF QUALITY ALUMINIUM JOINERY EST 1978 YEAR WARRANTY DE284667 We are a privately owned company based in Penrose which has successfully manufactured Aluminium Joinery for the Auckland market for 40 years. The Window Factory are looking for a part time sales person to work in our Penrose showroom/office 4 days a week. Are you looking for flexible working hours in between school drop off and pick up? Best of all you choose which 4 days you would like to work Mon – Fri. • The role is pricing windows & doors as well as assisting customers in the showroom. Good level of computer skills required. • Full training included, you will need a sales or people person background. Phone Nick for a confidential chat on 021 662 002. Email CV to SALESnick@aluminiumcity.co.nzPERSON | PART TIME SITUATIONS VACANT ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR Full time role (30 hours, Mon-Fri 9am-3.30pm) at a Rest Home/Hospital. Please email your CV brian@ambridgerose.co.nztoorphone095762590 DE284543 SITUATIONS VACANT PART TIME/FULL TIME Hammer Hand for Housing. Hours to suit. Phone Don 021 728 928DE284729 ASSISTANTKITCHEN Part
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Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
E: Chris@jaycoauckland.co.nz | P: 09 271 3434
A high standard of personal presentation
The ability to work unsupervised
PROBUS MEETING
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Our October 4 meeting is a very special one as it is our awards night when we recognise very spe cial women in our community for their achievements. If you would like to join us in celebrating those women and learn more about Zonta, please call President Gay at 0211451574 or email eastauck land@zonta.org.nz
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Concert with talented artists including guest artist Marian Burns on Wednesday September 21, 7pm. Everyone welcome. Bucklands and Eastern Beaches War Memorial Hall, Wharf Road, Bucklands Beach. Tickets availa ble at the door – $10. For more info phone Bev 021 11 56 866.
A full job description is available on request. Applications close on 26 September 2022
Email: admin@stcolumba.org.nz
Looking for a change of pace?
The Howick Returned Services Association Community Welfare Trust has funding available to support local students who are going from their secondary school into full time tertiary study. The Tertiary scholarships assist with funding for the first two years of Applicationstudy.forms are available from your secondary school from 26th September or forms can be obtained by emailing welfare@howickrsa.co.nz
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This is a voluntary position, there is no remuneration. The Board is seeking a person who is committed to working in a charitable trust environment.
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Why not join us on Tuesday, September 27 at Howick Bowling Club 10am-12 noon to hear our speaker Dr Peter Chrystal talk ing about Poultry and Eggs: NZ Production Systems and LongTerm Sustainability. New mem bers and guests are most welcome. Morning tea provided. Phone Mary on 273-8804 to confirm or for more information.
Jayco Auckland is New Zealand’s largest retailer of New and
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
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There are 9-12 meetings per year of approximately two hours duration. There is also an opportunity to participate in workshops held primarily for the financial mentors. The Board employs a part time service manager and five financial mentors. Our umbrella organisation is FinCap and as such we have a major role in building financial capability, budgeting skills and assisting those facing financial hardship. This is a rewarding community position for those looking to further or commence a governance position.
Excellent command of written and spoken English
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• A friendly, professional manner and positive, ‘can do’ attitude
Please email your application and CV to: enquiries@nzile.org.nz time 16 hours/week and
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The position is for 15 to 20 hours per week (on average) and may suit someone returning to the workforce. Some months are busier than others. There may be some periods of sole charge.
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0274859485. A separate club plays weekly on Tuesdays at the Howick Bowling Club. Details from Sherril ph 5346412. Some play at both, come join us.
Looking for a change of pace?
Join the Wastewise team and learn how you can have a perfectly sanitary and clean home using just a few simple ingredi ents that can help reduce your plastic and won’t pollute or harm the environment. Bring a glass jar or reusable container to take home your own multi-purpose cleaner. Botany Library, Tuesday, September 27, 11am. govt.nz.botany.library@aucklandcouncil.Email
Advantageous: Xero experience, experience in a membership-based organisation.
The Ladies Probus Club of Howick Central will meet on Friday, September 23 at 10am at the
Join local efforts working towards Predator Free NZ 2050, come along and learn why and how you can be backyard trapping to help protect our native birds, insects and reptiles. Macleans Primary, September 27 – doors open at 7pm. Free rat trap to all Howick ward residents. Please email pestfreehowick@gmail.com to register. Pest Free Howick Ward – A Howick Local Board funded project.
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 cleaner to join our team in prepping caravans for delivery. This is a permanent position for the right person and an excellent opportunity to join a great company.
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Thursday September 29, 1.30pm2.15pm. Movement is Life! As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, come along and join in a free taster class of FLexercise with Jeanine! Improve your posture and bal ance through exercise, movement and dance with music you will love! Bring along a yoga mat if you have one, and a drink bottle. Book your spot at the desk, call 3770209, email
Library,parklib.sageaucklandcouncil.govt.nz,highlandpark.library@ormesusonFacebook@highlandAddress:HighlandPark16HighlandParkDrive.
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We are looking for someone with five years plus experience and appropriate financial qualifications including experience with Xero Accounting software.
Considerable MYOB experience
What’s On is a free community notice-board for non-profit groups. Send notices to whatson@times.co.nz or drop into our office at 10 Central Terrace, Howick. Notices must be received by the Wednesday before publication. While every effort is made to run the notices, space restrictions may mean notices may not run. Keep notices to less than 50 words. THERE IS NO GUARANTEE YOUR NOTICE WILL RUN. Where publication of a notice is time-critical, groups should consider placing a classified advertisement to ensure placement.What’s on 14 — Times, Wednesday, September 21, 2022 www.times.co.nzCLASSIFIEDS Kind Care for the Elderly Platinum Care Services Ltd t/a KindCare has the solution Call Judi Prins on 0800 4 KINDCARE or email admin@kindcare.com www.kindcare.co.nz DE0219-V2 Does your Mum or Dad need: • A companion and carer you can trust? • Transport and company to the shops or appointments? • Someone to sit and chat with ... or go for a walk with? HOME HELP OFFERED YOU LONG FOR JOB FREEDOM We have a proven model to get you total INDEPENDENCE within three years It starts as a paid hobby, becomes a new income and finally a full business when you fire the Boss. Full training & weekly guidance for first 3 years Text 027 895 2909 (Ref Ex5) for next info webinar DE284749 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES BOARD ELECTIONS 2022 Declaration of Parent and Staff Election Results PARENT REPRESENTATIVE VOTES Name Votes Name Votes Troughear, Nicola 125 Kefu, Aminiasi 86 Schmidt, Philip 122 Tries, Simon 72 Fletcher, Jason 116 Li Yanping (Lidia 66 Turinsky, Mike 116 Smith, Benjamin 64 Maclean, Jacqui 111 Koegelenberg, Vanessa 51 Bannister, Adam 92 Masani, Bahman 47 Steinbring, Kirsten 88 McCamish, Johanna 47 CAELUM C E RT E PATET PJ284808 I hereby declare the following duly elected: Nicola Troughear, Philip Schmidt, Jason Fletcher, Mike Turinsky, Jacqui Mclean, Adam Bannister I hereby declare the Staff Representative duly elected: Brian Payne ReturningS.SignedGormanOfficer SCHOLARSHIPSTERTIARYAVAILABLEFOR2022
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Permanent part time 12 hours per week. In this role you will be responsible to ensure all accounting functions for the church are carried out according to financial reporting standards and the church’s requirements.
If you have any questions, please email or call 027 270 8642. Applications close on 1st November 2022.
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Photo supplied We need your good conditionDVDbooks,pre-lovedpuzzles,s,CDsandLPs For collection phone Geoff 021 740 733 Steve 022 1028 332 John 029 774 6566 Placemakers, 481 Pakuranga Rd, Highland Park , 204 Moore St, Howick House of Travel, 117 Picton St, Howick Howick Village Optometrist, 94 Picton St, Howick David Fels Showcase Jewellers, 53 Picton St, Howick Mitre 10 MEGA Bishop Dunn Place, Botany Farm Cove Intermediate School, Butley Dr, Pakuranga Lawn Heat and Leisure, 64A Ti Rakau Drive, Pakuranga, 8 Whitford-Maraitai Rd (next to BP) The Café Botany Downs, Inside Danske Mobler, Botany Town Centre DROP OFF AT THE FOLLOWING COLLECTION DEPOTS: pre-loved GrasslandsPlacemakers, • • •••••• is on again! 12th to 16th October Somerville Intermediate FURTHER INFORMATION GO TO HOWICKROTARY.ORG.NZ FACEBOOK OR INSTAGRAM Want to play your part in our community– phone Rob 021 413 341 JH17652-v2The Rotary Club of Howick OUT NOW eastlife.co.nz
“We use all major paint brands, such as Wattyl, Dulux and Resene, and work with oil and water-based paints. We also advise on the correct sheen to use as this can make a big difference in high traffic areas, wet rooms, or where exterior walls are exposed to the worst of the elements.”
Greg Mustill employs an experienced team whose skill and knowledge are second to none. They offer a diverse painting ser vice ranging from simple repaints of single rooms through to full interior or exterior work including doors, windowsills, surfeits and“Peelingroofs. or grubby paint can make peo ple wonder if there are bigger maintenance issues at stake. Also it is much more effec tive to keep on top of small jobs than put off maintenance until suddenly one is con fronted by a big and costly bill to put things right.”Greg says now is the ideal time for paint ing houses, fences, garages and other buildings.“Wetackle every job, no matter how big or small, with the same thorough pro fessionalism, starting with proper surface preparation and undercoating then carrying through to the final topcoat and finish.” As an added bonus for customers, East
And, as always before painting, Greg con sults thoroughly with clients as to colour, the type of paint most suited to the job and the number of coats required.
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Ann Montier says the youth expo is a reflection of all the trust’s work with youth. “It is a culmination of what we’ve been working towards.”
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The second stage has stu dent groups participating in community volunteering, such as making traps for Predator Free New Zealand, making care packages for foster kids, water-testing in Clevedon, and doing rub bishThepick-ups.thirdstage is the youth joining senior groups.
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All East Auckland Painting Ltd clients’ receive an on-site consultation and FREE, written, no-obligation quote so there are no surprises. A fastidious tradesman, Greg is proud of his team’s reputation for working efficiently and leaving everything clean and tidy at the end of the day.
Spring is a perfect time to touch up the exterior and the interior of your home. After a long winter, the exterior of your home is a bit stressed out and needs some tender lov ing care, which will add to your home value andAsappeal.thespring to-do list around the home builds up, refreshing the interior and exte rior becomes a top priority.
■ Taking pride in their workmanship and quality paint work.
The 300 bees will be on display in the hall at the expo.
Macleans girls win nationals
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The girls won all their matches, bring ing home the cup for the girls’ division one category. Their gold medals were well deserved after a gruelling final against Palmerston North Girls’ High School 2, resulting in a 5-1 win by the Macleans College girls’ team. The final was also filmed by Whakaata Māori.
The players were Melody Cai (Kupe House), Alicia Cao (Upham), Mia Xu (Mansfield), Rosie Yang (Kupe), Josephine Zhao (Mansfield), Billy Li (Snell), Kylin Li (Rutherford), Alex Liu (Upham), Eric Lu (Rutherford), Joseph Wu (Te Kanawa) and Max Wu (Snell).
The gold medal-winning Macleans College Girls’ team.
Takutai Charitable Trust is encouraging families to attend the Youth Volunteering Expo this Saturday in Beachlands. Photo supplied
Takutai Charitable Trust is inviting the commu nity to attend the Youth Volunteering Expo at Beachlands Memorial Hall onTheSaturday.hall with be alive (12pm-4pm) with a num ber of exciting activities for families to partake in – from a sausage sizzle outside to about 18 stands inside from a large variety of dif ferent volunteer organisa tions, there is no shortage of things to do.
Auckland Painting Ltd has a great all-year round special and is offering FREE prepaint washing with all exterior repaints (con ditions apply).
A fresh look for Spring – call the experts
Macleans College boys’ team.
Naturally, a fresh coat of paint is often the way to go. But with spring being the prime time for recreation, homeowners who prefer to enjoy their spare time relaxing, may be better off leaving their painting jobs to the experts from East Auckland Painting Ltd.
The boys played eight matches in total in the first division category, of which they won six facing tough competition through out the week. As a result, the boys placed third and were awarded bronze. Their tie against Wellington College played on Wednesday can be viewed on Whakaata Māori. The final score was a 6-0 win to the
Takutai Youth Volunteering, funded by the Franklin Local Board, has been providing youngsters from primary school age to young adults with a vari ety of practical skills from around March of this year.
“It’s intergenerational, mix ing older generation with younger people,” Montier says. “It’s so beneficial for both groups.”
Beautification Trust, Zero Waste, Beachlands Fire Brigade, Rotary, Nature’s Den, Toy Library, Howick Little Theatre, Maraetai Beachlands Predator Free, Auckland Rangers, Friends of Te Wairoa, Pohutukawa Children’s Choir, Takutai Foodbank, Takutai Youth Council, Takutai Youth Project, Papakura Army Cadet Unit, Pohutukawa Brownies and Guides, Te Puru Scouts and the police will all be at the expo, pro viding young people a vast choice of volunteering opportunities on the coast to get involved in. Takutai board member
The Youth Volunteering Expo on Saturday September 24 (12pm-4pm) is open to the public, free entry, and is at the Beachlands Memorial Hall.
he Macleans College girls team struck badminton gold at the New Zealand Secondary School Championships. The boys’ team picked up a well-earned bronze at the same competition.Thepremier girls’ and boys’ badmin ton teams flew to Wellington on Sunday August 28 to compete in the National New Zealand Secondary School Championships in Porirua.The tournament was a four-day event starting at 9am and finishing at 9pm daily with schools from across the country competing against each other.
The intensity of the tournament was a testament to the players’ drive, determi nation and stamina that pushed them to their limits, with back-to-back ties lasting more than nine hours on several days dur ing this championship.
The first stage has Year 1s and 2s from local schools making ‘kindness bees’, where they would colour the bee in and write kindness messages on the wings.
To give you house a facelift with a fresh coat of paint, call Greg at: East Auckland Painting Ltd, Greg 027 6192619 or Debbie 027 4165689 E: W:office@eastaucklandpainting.co.nzwww.eastaucklandpainting.co.nz
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Five players named in Auckland U85kg team
Their second match against Counties at the weekend saw Auckland come out on top 31-28 in Pukekohe.
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Enjoy living in a welcoming, close-knit community of like-minded seniors in the heart of Howick, with care services on hand if desired or required. And with coffee mornings, mini golf, exercise groups and more, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for friendship, companionship and fun.
The 27-player squad – which includes five players from Pakuranga United Rugby Club –will play against Waikato, Counties Manukau and North Harbour before a finals day on Saturday, October 1.
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Saturday September 24 v North Harbour @Marist Old Boys Rugby Club [time tbc].
Five players from Pakuranga United Rugby Club have made the Auckland under 85kg side, from left, Riki McGregor, Rory Cavanagh, Logan Kinnear, Jeandre Du Toit and Stephen Edwards. Photo supplied
The players from Pakuranga are Rory Cavanagh, Jeandre Du Toit, Stephen Edwards, Logan Kinnear and Riki McGregor, all members of Pakuranga United Panthers.
The side beat Waikato 85s 21-11 in Hamilton in the squad’s first match.
Six named in Blues U18 side
Saturday October 1 v Finals Day (1v2 & 3v4) [venue and time tbc].
Six students from local schools have been named in the Blues rugby U18 development squad. Harry Fayers, Ezekiel Kolo, Tevita Naufahu, Xavi Taele and Dickie Terepo, all from Saint Kentigern College, and Lazarus Papalii of Botany Downs Secondary College were named in the side.There is also a good showing of local students in the Auckland U18 South-East girls’ team with Ffion Penney (Howick College), Keana Farani (Howick College) Kiritea Te Reo (Botany Downs Secondary College), Kristal Taufui (Howick College), Na-Keisha Somfan (Howick College), Nora Caffery (Saint Kentigern College), Rochelle Christie (Howick College), Sina Mariner (Howick College) and Tina Fale (Howick College) named in the side.
RUGBY UNION
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Auckland Under 85kg schedule [two of four game days remain]:
In the Auckland U16 East side, there were 13 students named – Aiden Roy (Macleans College), Benny Moughan (Saint Kentigern College), Cassius Faimanatu (Botany Downs Secondary College), Conner Bowden (Botany Downs Secondary College), Frazer Brown (Saint Kentigern College), Hame Palelei (Saint Kentigern College), Kees Kolose (Saint Kentigern College), Nick Petelo (Macleans), Rhymen Tusi (Pakuranga College), Riley Grant-Faiva (Saint Kentigern College), Siale Pahulu (Saint Kentigern College), VJ Brown (Saint Kentigern College) and Zephaniah Lototau (Saint Kentigern College).
Senior Living is a non-profit organisation, which means we can put caring first – and we can charge less for our apartments than many other retirement villages. Priced from just $460,000, our boutique apartments at 139 on Union are priced competitively, without compromising on quality.
