Hibiscus Matters 3 November 2010

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Feeding the birds led to an invasion of giant brassicas in Ivan Brown’s Silverdale garden, see story page 5.

Rather than maintain rental properties it owns on Whangaparaoa Road, the former Rodney District Council is demolishing them.

Council holds final demolition derbyTen houses on Whangaparaoa Rd, between D’Oyly Ave and Brightside Rd, are currently being demolished.Council purchased the properties around 10 years ago for road widening

associated with Penlink and they have been tenanted since that time.The widening of Whangaparaoa Rd was noted by a recent Auckland Regional Transport Authority report

as a cost efficient way to delay expenditure on Penlink, however if or when this work may happen is unknown. Only the stretch of

The chequered history of Gulf Harbour Lodge took another turn recently with the sale of the business to Shi Wei – a businessman who owns apartments in the complex.Former owners Gulf Harbour Investors sold the complex to Mr Shi in August, then put their company into voluntary liquidation owing an estimated $20,000.The former owners were around 50 people who bought apartments in the lodge when it was owned by Mark Bryers’ company Swordfish Lodge. In 2008 they took over the lodge in hopes of clawing back some of what they lost in the Blue Chip collapse.One of the company’s former directors, Gregory Davidson says it has not been easy to run the business over the past two years when the majority of the owners live elsewhere in the country.

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He says new ownership was needed for the company to move forward.“Business has been building up and the company was no longer losing money,” Mr Davidson says. “It needs to go to the next level and Gulf Harbour Investors didn’t have the funds to take it there. The debts we had at the time of liquidating the company were mainly from the first few months when we had no money coming in, but still had

to get things up and running and pay wages and so on.”Mr Davidson says the business was sold for “next to nothing”.Mr Shi registered Harbour Lodge Management, of which he is the sole director, in June. He is listed as a director of around eight other NZ companies and divides his time between China and NZ.Mr Shi was not available for comment.

Whangaparaoa Rd between Hibiscus Coast Highway and Red Beach Rd is mentioned in the report.A Council spokesperson says the properties were reassessed recently in light of uncertainty regarding Penlink.“The assessment was to establish which of the houses could be expected to last for a number of years as rental properties, as the timeframe for the road widening work is unknown,” the spokesperson says. “Our building inspectors concluded that many would not stay the distance. The cost of bringing these properties to a long-term rental standard is not viable and a decision to demolish them was made.”The decision was made by officers in Council’s property department, and not put before Councillors.Councillor Wayne Walker says the decision represents a loss in capital and

income to Council, as well as reducing housing stock.“These properties have been allowed to fall into disrepair, but they still represent income and could have provided affordable housing as there’s no way of knowing if or when the road widening will ever take place,” Cr Walker says. “There are a number of ways of funding maintenance work, when affordable housing is the outcome. Alternatively, the houses could have been put to good use by community groups.”Council would not provide figures regarding its rental income, or the cost of maintaining the properties.An additional three houses are being refurbished and 15 are tenanted and will continue as rentals.Demolition will be completed before Christmas and will leave empty sections, which Council will maintain.

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A dispute involving a surveying mistake on a bridge that provides access to Whangaparaoa Primary School has taken three months to sort out to the satisfaction of a landowner and the former Rodney District Council.

Council was to demolish and replace this bridge rather than pay Sam Price (pictured) for an access easement until an 11th hour change of heart.

Bridge botch up causes confusionThe bridge crosses Sam Price’s property in Zealandia Road, Little Manly, and is heavily used by local families coming to and from the Primary School.The mistake, which the former Council says was made when the bridge was built around 30 years ago, was discovered when Mr Price had his property surveyed in July in order to build a fence.The surveyor established that Council had no access easement over the bridge, which crosses a stormwater drain. Mr Price says he had to threaten to close the bridge before Council would talk to him about the problem. He says Council admitted they were at fault, but negotiations regarding compensation for an easement proved protracted and fruitless.He says he had to again threaten to close the bridge when negotiations went nowhere.“They offered me $1000, but I’m out of pocket for surveyor’s fees and that was simply not enough to cover it,” Mr Price says. “Closing the bridge was a last resort, and in the end I didn’t have to do it although I had to suggest it a few times to move the process forward. I am concerned about public liability if anyone gets injured. I’m

sure Council would put the onus of responsibility on me.”Last month Council advised Mr Price that rather than pay him the $5000 he sought in return for an easement, they would remove the bridge and build a new one alongside, on Council owned land. A quote was accepted for this work, which would have cost ratepayers around $15,000, but just prior to

letting the contract Council settled with Mr Price, agreeing on the sum of $2000 to acquire the land.Mr Price says he is satisfied that he will now be able to build his fence.“It’s good that it’s finally over, because the whole process has been unbelievably frustrating. The main thing is that access will continue to the school without the need for a costly new bridge.”

After months of negotiations, a site on Hibiscus Coast Highway adjacent to the motorway has been purchased by the former Rodney District Council.Around 4.2 ha of a 6.5 ha site at 1 Hibiscus Coast Highway in Silverdale was obtained under the Public Works Act last month and will allow for a maximum of 400 car parks, although a Council spokesperson says initially it will provide half that amount.“This exceeds the number recommended in a study Council conducted in 2008,” the spokesperson says.However Albany Ward Councillor Wayne Walker describes the amount

of car parking spaces as “woefully inadequate”, in light of the number of commuters that may use the facility. An estimated 7000 vehicles commute into Auckland daily from the Coast.“While the land purchase is undoubtedly a big step forward, we should be planning for high use,” Cr Walker says. “We need at least 800 to 1000 parks, but it doesn’t have to be developed all at once. It is important to ensure that there is sufficient land for expansion. At this point I’m very concerned.”The former North Shore City Council’s experience with the park ‘n’

ride in Albany suggests these facilities are in high demand. This park ‘n’ ride opened in November 2005 with 370 parks. It soon became obvious that this was insufficient to cope with demand and a year later, planning began for an extension. In September 2007 an additional 180 spaces were added. Plans to extend it further are currently in the design and consenting phase with construction to begin next year. This will almost double the facility’s capacity to around 1100 spaces. The Albany site is 4 ha in total, with 2.3 ha of this currently developed.

Silverdale park ‘n’ ride facility may prove ‘woefully inadequate’ A plan of the Hibiscus Coast Park ‘n Ride shows new feeder roads to the site, as well as a light-controlled pedestrian crossing from the park ‘n’ ride to the Silverdale Rugby Club.The former Council allocated more than $12 million in its Long Term Council Community Plan to build the park ‘n’ ride, including purchase of the land and a subsidy from the NZ Transport Agency. The subsidy is dependent on the Transport Agency’s approval of the design and location.Work could begin on the site in March next year, with completion around four months later.

Opponents of highrise development in Orewa are preparing for another court battle, following news of an appeal lodged against the Environment Court decision on Variation 101. The decision, in September, ruled in favour of the case brought by the Orewa Residents & Ratepayers Association, throwing out the former Rodney District Council’s Variation and preventing highrise development in residential Orewa, south of the CBD. Orewa Land, which has accumulated a 5000 sq metre site in southern Orewa for a highrise apartment block, is appealing the decision.Director Leigh Hopper says the company does so on the basis of legal advice that there are “a number of elements to the decision that are inconsistent with evidence presented at the hearing”.Orewa Residents & Ratepayers president John Drury says while it is disappointing to be heading back to court, the Association will stand its ground and defend its position, and the evidence it presented against highrise development, 100 percent.“We will be there to help defend the judge’s decision, come what may,” Mr Drury says.

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off the recordSeeing less of RodgerIt may come as a surprise to some to learn that the former Rodney chief executive Rodger Kerr-Newell has been a regular at the Leisure Centre during his tenure at Rodney District Council. He admitted at a recent function that he has found staying fit a challenge. At the Leisure Centre’s recent 20th birthday celebrations he said “I must thank my personal trainer, who has undoubtedly had a hard job with me, but has done the best they can”, adding that he joined the Leisure Centre “as a slightly larger character than I am now”.

Learning processThe Ministry of Education website has gained a reputation as less than user-friendly, trying the patience of local youth workers. “You’d think they’d do a better job, being focused on education,” the youth worker commented. “But you practically need a degree to work out how to use it.”

Burning desire to cookIf you think you’re a bad cook, take heart from the example of a Hibiscus Coast woman who says she has had to call the fire brigade to her kitchen on more than one occasion, including some that didn’t even involve the stove. “Someone gave me a cookbook in an effort to improve things, and I even set that on fire!”

Fanfare for new CouncilThe first “meeting” of Auckland Council, on November 1, could not be accused of understatement and included the premiere of a specially commissioned orchestral piece entitled Fanfare for Auckland. Organisers obviously expected tickets for the occasion to be highly sought after: members of the public were invited to attend the event through a public ballot, with tickets limited to six per person and available only from the Aotea Centre box office. Whether demand stood up to these high expectations was unclear as Hibiscus Matters to print.

FeedbackHibiscus Matters welcomes readers contributions to Feedback. Preference will be given to letters of 150 words or less, and the editor reserves the right to edit letters to meet space limitations. Unsigned letters, personal attacks or defamatory remarks will not be published. Contributions can be emailed to [email protected] or posted to Whangaparaoa Hall, 717 Whangaparaoa Road.

I would like to publicly thank Wayne Walker for his support for the Hibiscus Coast branch of the Kiwi Conservation Club. When I became the new co-ordinator of the club, which is the junior section of Forest & Bird, I wanted to get it up and running again. Wayne helped us find

a new venue at the Whangaparaoa Ratepayers Hall, which is central to most of our members. He also offered support and expertise if and when required and put me in touch with other people who could help the club. He also made a donation, which is great as we are a non-profit

community group. He has been very helpful and supportive and has great community spirit.Thank you very much Wayne.Samantha Cuckow, Hibiscus Coast KCC Co-ordinatorWhangaparaoa (abridged)

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Neighbours of Kensington Park in Orewa are incensed to discover that the owners of the development have applied for resource consent to build apartments considerably higher than allowed under the District Plan.

Kensington seeks more highrise consents

I would like to express my gratitude to the Orewa Ratepayers & Residents Association for taking up the fight against high rise apartment buildings in Orewa. I was so relieved when I saw

the story about the Environment Court decision on Hibiscus Matters website as I am about to move to Orewa because I love the fact that it is such a pretty seaside town. High rise buildings of

the sort proposed would have not only shaded the surrounding area, including the beach, but completely changed the very character that draws visitors.Christine Russell, by email

They say their biggest concern is that the consent may not be publicly notified.Kensington Park Holdings lodged an application with the former Rodney District Council last month for an apartment building more than 13 metres tall – four metres higher than allowed under the District Plan.The developer also recently lodged an application seeking changes to a consent granted in 2008 when Patrick Fontein owned the site. This allows for five apartment blocks to a maximum height of 15.4 metres. A Council spokesperson advises that this consent was not publicly notified in 2008, as all affected parties provided written approval.Those parties included Orewa resident Barbara Ferguson, who says neighbours provided blanket approval

for several stages of Patrick Fontein’s development, taking him at his word that no building would be higher than established puriri trees on the site.“We should never have given that consent, and we’re not going to make the same mistake with the new owners,” Mrs Ferguson says. “It’s important that the public gets a chance to make submissions on these consents. Orewa does not want this kind of highrise going ahead.”Kensington Park Holdings applied for a change of zoning that will allow buildings of up to 20m to be built: the second round of public submissions on this closed on October 29.Mrs Ferguson says she is concerned that Kensington did not wait for a decision on the zone change before seeking further consents.Kensington Park Holdings development

manager Mark Peldmanis says this was due to sales demand.“We have quite a few people wanting these type of homes and decided to lodge the consents now rather than wait for the plan change,” Mr Peldmanis says.Mrs Ferguson says she and a group of Kensington Park’s neighbours put their concerns before Council planners and hope that the result will be public notification.“Any consents for buildings outside the District Plan should be publicly notified, no question,” Mrs Ferguson says. “Too many of these outsized buildings are getting into Orewa without people’s knowledge.”Council staff are waiting for further information from Kensington that will allow them to determine whether the consent should be publicly notified.

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Labour weekend was a scorcher and the Army Bay boat ramp and car park got a fair workout as a result. With space at a premium vehicles and trailers were crammed into every nook and cranny. Road markings are planned for this area to help guide traffic and parking to enable recreational activity and protect the pest proof fence and sanctuary. If cars park alongside the fence, this effectively raises the ground level from which pests can attempt to jump or climb the fence and gain access to the sanctuary. Roadwork at the pest proof vehicle gate site has commenced, with the road surface taken up and stabilisation work underway. This work is necessary to ensure the long-term performance of the road and gates. A temporary bypass road has been installed through the adjacent paddock to ensure public access is not affected. This task was supported by the Tuesday volunteers and farm team. Open Sanctuary Coordinator Matt Maitland says the transition to the Auckland Council has been smooth, with key project personnel transferring to the new organisation, and partnerships with the community continuing unchanged.

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When Silverdale’s Ivan Brown (pictured page 1) started feeding the birds in his garden, it led to some impressive growth – not in the bird population, nor in the birds themselves, but in the lawn.

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In a Jack and the Beanstalk fashion, seeds dropped out from the bird feeder and seedlings that looked like cabbages sprang up in the grass. Ivan replanted these in his vegetable patch.A few months after the transplant, even the robust silverbeet was pathetic by comparison and room in the vege garden was at a premium, as the newcomers crowded out the competition. The plants reached two metres high and more than 1.7 metres in diameter, the largest sporting a healthy 65mm crown, before Ivan chopped them down and added them to his compost. Tui Products say there is no doubt that the plant, an enormous brassica, grew from their birdseed.Brassica seed is used by farmers to grow fodder for cattle. When it’s past its use by date, Tui buys it to add to

the birdseed mix.Tui’s birdseed manager Doug Hann says a high percentage of seeds in the wild bird mix are not heat treated, offering serious bird fanciers the option of sprouting them before feeding them to the birds for added nutrition.“I import a lot of seed from around the world and about half of it has to be heat treated, while the rest has to be approved for purity,” Doug says. “I source as much as possible from NZ but there are a lot of things we just don’t grow here. If you sprinkle birdseed in your garden you’re going to get wheat, barley, fodder radish, rape, and linseed – all of those plants may grow.”Doug suggests that if people don’t want this type of plant sprouting, they need to be careful where they feed the birds.

Happy birthday CYCThe Coast Youth Community Trust celebrated its fourth birthday on October 19 with a presentation at Whangaparaoa Baptist Church, followed by birthday cake. The Trust provides youth workers who support students at Whangaparaoa College and also supports local families via a family coach, Strengthening Families coordinator and truancy officer.

Kaka spotted in ManlyNative North Island Kaka were seen in and around Manly last month. The large, noisy brownish/olive green parrots were spotted flying and feeding in the vicinity of Ladies Mile. North Island Kaka are declining in numbers. Thanks to the many Hibiscus Coast people who supported me to be

Councillor for the Albany Ward of the new Auckland Council. While John Watson who stood with me as ‘Putting People First’ missed out on Council he polled well to make it on the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board.Our grassroots campaign put us in touch with local people, communities and businesses. I enjoyed meeting and chatting with you, taking your concerns on board and doing lots and lots of ‘walking’. The times talking with locals at beaches, shops, meetings, work and wherever the opportunities arose have been appreciated and valued.I acknowledge especially the help and support of family and friends. There are many who have gone before that I take this time to remember: Jack and Joan Kirk, Kath Brabbins, Barbara Tricklebank, Stanley Everson, Bruce and Elizabeth Hunter, Ernie and Grace Stanley, Eddie Edwardson, Ernie Meeks, Teddy Goldsmith, Manfried Siebker, Bob Ziak.

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Freshly sworn in Albany Ward Councillors Michael Goudie and Wayne Walker say there will be big benefits for the Hibiscus Coast under the new governance structure, which provides a strong link to Auckland Council through the Local Board.

Albany Ward councillors, Wayne Walker (left) and Michael Goudie.

Councillors keeping it local

The two former Rodney District councillors were voted in to represent the interests of around 139,000 residents from the northern North Shore to Waiwera, as well as Whenuapai and Hobsonville in the west.Cr Goudie says that while there are vastly different needs in each community within the ward, there are also lots of interests in common.“Transport and development, for example, are priorities for the whole region,” Cr Goudie says. Cr Goudie says that the new structure provides an opportunity to get things done more efficiently than in the past.“Auckland Council is about the big picture stuff, and overall planning, but with input for local issues. As Hibiscus Coast councillors it was

often frustrating because we spent a large part of our time discussing rural ward matters, but with the Local Board focusing on urban issues, things can really happen now on the Coast.”Cr Walker says his priorities include improving public transport, business growth, and providing for youth. He will also push for Auckland Council to reassess the land sales in Rodney initiated by the former Council.“I hope a number of these properties can be taken off the market and used instead for much-needed recreation space on the Hibiscus Coast.”Cr Walker says there are also a number of successful social, environmental and business programmes operating around the ward that he hopes can be extended to the Coast.


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The Hibiscus Coast division of the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board could be described as “something old, something new”.

Board a mix of old and new

Former Rodney District Councillor John Watson got the most votes in the election, followed by former Councillors John Kirikiri and Gaye Harding, then first-time candidate Greg Sayers.Mr Sayers says he’s delighted with the result and is looking forward to representing Hibiscus Coast residents.“What came through in the campaign is the fear people have that our voice will be lost,” Mr Sayers says. “My job is to make sure that doesn’t happen.”Mr Sayers, whose family has lived on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula for more than a century, says he is looking forward to working with the other board members.John Watson, who missed out on election as an Albany Ward councillor, says the results in Albany are good

news for Hibiscus Coast, as the area will be well-represented.“The role of the local board is still pretty much unknown so it will be interesting to see what happens,” Mr Watson says. “On a Councillor’s salary I would have been able to devote myself to the job fulltime, but the remuneration for local board members will mean that I will need to continue to work as a teacher. Evening meetings will have to be considered to fit around members’ schedules.”The inaugural meeting of the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board will take place on November 4, 6.30–8.30pm at the former Rodney District Council offices in Centreway Road. The board hopes to hold all its meetings there, but this is still under discussion.

Voting half-hearted in local body electionsLittle more than 50 percent of Hibiscus Coast voters turned out to vote in the recent local body elections, however this compares favourably with the Auckland region as a whole. Department of Internal Affairs statistics show that 53.9 percent of eligible voters returned their votes on the Coast, while the Auckland-wide figure is 50.5 percent. The Department advises that nationally, the voter turnout figure for the local body elections is expected to be around 46–47 percent.


localfolk Mirika Flegg musician

My mother is a musician who used to play with Gordon Lightfoot, back in the day in Canada, and she got me started in music. I started writing my own songs when I was eight and went on to perform at musical festivals in Canada and Eastern Ontario, and at schools. When I was at college I started ‘open mike’ nights and an interschool battle of the bands which has continued since. It was a great way to get schools participating with each other. I was born in North Bay, but grew up in Brockville in Eastern Ontario near Ottawa. It’s a small town, which is why I think I got into a lot of community work and helping youth make things happen. There weren’t a lot of opportunities for bands apart from playing in licensed venues, which often don’t lend themselves to young people. This is one thing I want to see change here as well. Having places to play and hear music that are drug and alcohol free is so important. As a young performer, you don’t often get to play in front of audiences of all ages, which is why I did a lot of festivals. That’s also why as young people in Canada, we organised a lot of shows for ourselves, so we weren’t just performing for adults all the time.

I moved to Montreal for university, studying psychology with a Neuroscience major at Concordia University in French Canada. I chose psychology because it goes to people’s motivations and is a branch of science that is more community driven. During my studies, I started playing music more professionally, which helped me pay my way through university. I had regular gigs and was Quebec County Songwriter of the Year in 2002. I took a year off and lived in the Czech Republic, working as an actress doing commercials for companies such as Pizza Hut. I was there because my partner at the time was a filmmaker who was working on the Wesley Snipes movie Blade 2. The money I earned there paid for a large part of my schooling. It helped that I was English speaking, although

I learned enough Czech to get by. I’d had to learn French when I lived in Montreal, so was used to picking up languages. After I graduated I moved to Vancouver, where my sister lives. While living there I released my first independent album. Rather than signing with a record label, going independent gives me freedom and control over my own work. I consider myself a lot more of a songwriter than a performer, although I love live performance too.

I got into ‘youth for youth’ programming at that time too, and my plan is to pioneer this as a research topic in NZ. It’s something that young people are involved in all over the world, but it has never been studied. Currently I am doing post-graduate study in Human Resources Management at the Open Polytechnic. Youth are in a unique position as there is no other time when you are so focused on your peers and the transition to employment and adulthood; my HR studies are very relevant to that. Education has always been really important to me. I try to learn something new every year – this year I’m learning to cook, next year I’m learning keyboards. I always teach myself – all my instrumental skills are self-taught, and I’ve also learned a few languages. By picking a different thing every year it keeps your mind fresh and gives you versatility in life. I have never wanted to get stuck doing one thing.

‘Youth for Youth’ is a big focus for The Youth Centre. We employ young people, and we also have youth on our board and as volunteers. We have just started a youth events committee, with all the members aged 14 to 20, and their first project was to organise the recent Scare Night over Halloween. Susanne and I always make sure they are “set up for success”, and train and support them well. It shows the community that youth are capable, wonderful leaders. If you give a young person an opportunity to show what they have got, they shine.

I came to NZ when I was 24, in 2006. It was supposed to be a holiday and I came here because I’d met so many fantastic Kiwis on my travels. Practically from the moment I stepped off the plane, I wanted to stay. It immediately felt like home – a feeling I don’t even have about Canada. I now have full resident status, and once that came through, the first thing I did was commit to finding a job working with youth. My partner Brad McLeigh and I bought our first house in July in Red Beach. We have been together since 2006. He’s the director of local company Blueprint Design & Draughting and is the reason we moved to the Coast. He is from Dairy Flat, and at first, because he grew up here, he was a bit dismissive about the area – but as soon as I came here I loved it. We looked all over NZ for somewhere to live, and always ended up coming back to the Coast. I started working at the Youth Centre as a volunteer in December last year, initially as a means of making friends and getting to know the community. I called Statistics NZ and discovered there are only 4000 people in my age group living in this area, which didn’t seem many. I figured a lot of them would visit the Youth Centre. I’ve also met some wonderful mentors and friends here, such as Michael Irwin from Massey University and executive director Suzanne Booth.

Last September I developed RSI and

have only recently been able to play music again. The problem started with a dancing accident at a house warming party that pulled my ligaments and when I returned to work, using a computer aggravated the injury. I play in a band called Click Click Bang – we have been playing together for a few years now and do regular gigs in Auckland. We play my songs – I’m no good at covers. I also write songs for Platinum Music Creations in Arkles Bay, mainly country style. My music ranges across a lot of different styles, including playing with a 90s Hip Hop infused two-piece on the Coast. As a songwriter it’s all about knowing how to tell a story and bring excitement to that story – it doesn’t matter which genre it belongs to. It’s like a costume party – you can take on another character or role for a short time and write from that perspective. That’s why I enjoyed acting in commercials – plus, it teaches you about music videos, as the two are very similar.

My aim is to set up a music programme here because there aren’t a lot of musical opportunities on the Coast, whether you are of age, or underage. This has been a dream of mine – to have a place where people can come and practice, learn new music and experiment. In a few years I would like to see a fully established music programme at the Youth Centre and have it embraced by the community.

Young people can move mountains, provided they are given the chance according to Mirika Flegg. The 28-year-old is already well known for her role at Hibiscus Coast Youth Centre, despite having worked there for less than a year. Her belief in putting the power into young people’s hands and letting them create opportunities for other young people (which she calls ‘youth for youth’) has had big spin offs at the Centre, leading to the involvement of young people at every level of the organisation. Mirika is also a musician, and aims to create more options for other young musicians in the area. She spoke to Terry Moore about the power of youth, and music.


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The Hibiscus Coast has much to gain from the new Auckland Council. There will be fresh opportunities to improve the liveability of our communities and benefit from the extension of programmes from elsewhere in Auckland to our area. Public transport improvements, eco-initiatives, cost savings, planning re-thinks and safer communities are all likely wins.The new Park and Ride at Silverdale will improve parking availability and patronage for the Hibiscus Coast and the North Shore. With a big increase in use likely when the works on the city side of the bridge are complete and the busway runs right into the city, we may need more space for parks and more land than has been purchased to date. Silverdale’s traffic problems need a strategic sorting out with two new supermarkets, a Bunnings Warehouse, mega The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery and Southern Cross Hospital in the planning and the swimming pool complex nearing completion. With the rejection by the Environment Court of Rodney’s plans for additional high-rise in Orewa we can expect a re-think of housing densities in the soon to be started Spatial Plan for Auckland. There will also be opportunities to re-look at housing densities, recreation spaces, shopping and commercial precincts and the overall liveability of our communities.Much of the Hibiscus Coast is at a crossroads. We can continue to intensify our communities with more people and associated congestion problems, or opt for less crowded communities, less traffic congestion and more green spaces. Over this year and next the planning and consultation will give you the opportunity to have your say. Already we know that the cost of water on the Hibiscus Coast is coming down, as we move towards matching the cost elsewhere. I have no doubt that there will be much-needed efficiencies in the processing of building consents and initiatives to assist local businesses. The Ambassadors Programme in place in Manuaku City has great potential on the Hibiscus Coast as a way of making our communities, and especially our shopping centres, friendlier, safer places and better for local businesses at the same time as providing new skills and assistance to the long-term unemployed.I look forward to working with local people and communities, the new Local Boards, the other Auckland Councillors and the Mayor to make the new initiatives work.The Viewpoint column will be written on alternate months by Cr Michael Goudie and Cr Wayne Walker.

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Meeting supports safer communitiesThe Rodney Area Police are holding community meetings this month to identify issues affecting the community. There will be a chance to share issues with the Police, Support Agencies and the wider community. The Rodney Police Problem Solving Team will provide feedback on community concerns and advise what resources are available. Meetings will be held on November 9, at Orewa Community Centre, 7pm and November 11 at Whangaparaoa Hall, 7pm. Info: ph 424 6500 or email [email protected].

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The annual teachers vs Whangaparaoa 1 (the school’s top Year 6 team) netball game was held on October 15. The entire school turned out to provide enthusiastic and vocal support for both teams.In previous years the teachers have dominated the game, and this year was no exception despite valiant defending by Whangaparaoa 1. Whangaparaoa 1, largely unbeaten last season, faced its stiffest challenge yet, with teachers taking shameless advantage of the height difference. One teacher was even spotted asking an opposition player for the ball in a stern, teacher-like manner – however this approach was not successful.The students used their speed and agility to capitalise on several turnovers and scored a number of impressive goals. The final score was 21:14.

“It was our height and experience versus their youth and fitness,” commented one slightly out-of-breath teacher after the game. “I think I need a bit of a rest now.”

Grant for Special OlympiansSpecial Olympics Hibiscus Coast was one of 16 charitable organisations in NZ to receive a grant from The Harcourts Foundation last month. The foundation, established by Harcourts Real Estate Group to provide financial support within the community, granted $1000 to Special Olympics Hibiscus Coast towards the cost of equipment for their equestrian programme. Equestrian coordinator Leanne Wootten says the donation will be used to buy safety stirrups and blankets for the horses. Pictured is Harcourts Tandem Realty owner Colin Hair, left, and Nick Langdon, right, presenting the cheque to Leanne Wooten and her daughter Rebecca.


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Roses are bursting into bloom on the Hibiscus Coast this month. In full flower, these plants are the star attraction in many gardens, with the power to turn heads and elicit ‘oohs and aahs’ from all who see them.Considered by some to be demanding prima donnas, roses fell out of favour when the ‘maintenance free’ garden was in fashion, but their value is again being recognised as part of a move back to colourful, flower-filled gardens.Local rosarian Patricia Fitzpatrick (pictured), a rose judge and founding member of the Rodney Rose Society, grows dozens of roses in her Swann Beach garden and finds them easy to care for and rewarding. Regular spraying regimes are often touted as essential for roses, yet Patricia stopped spraying her roses 20 years ago because of concerns about the effects on human health and the environment. Her roses remain robustly healthy. She applies Dettol at household strength after pruning in July and says this has proved effective at preventing disease. She feeds her plants organically with sheep pellets, compost and blood and bone. This also helps to improve her clay soil. She does not water her roses, but considers mulch crucial. Her roses withstood last summer’s drought because she mulched with pea straw after heavy rain between Christmas and New Year, trapping the moisture. Another thorny issue is pruning, but Patricia says the perception that roses are difficult to prune is incorrect. She simply removes any dead wood or crossing branches as she sees them, and cuts her Hybrid Teas back once a year to outward facing buds to keep them within the bounds of a narrow bed.As well as Hybrid Teas, Patricia has some beautiful climbing roses including ‘Graham Thomas’, ‘Dublin Bay’ and ‘Alberic Barbier’.At the age of 80, Patricia still spends a lot of time in the just over quarter acre garden she established with her late husband John. She also regularly attends Rodney Rose Society meetings and says the group, which she helped form 13 years ago, is extremely social, with many members who don’t grow roses but come along to enjoy the friendly atmosphere. The Society welcomes new members. Info: ph secretary Jill Winters, 424 8189.

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Herb of the monthWith Pam Ellender, Pioneer Herb SocietyComfreyComfrey (Symphytum officinale) is related to borage and, like borage, its attractive blue flowers bloom for most of the summer. A few comfrey plants grown near the strawberry patch are said to improve the size and flavour of the fruit. Comfrey is well known for it’s beneficial role in the compost heap and an effective liquid fertiliser can be made of comfrey leaves left to rot in water and then diluted before applying to plant roots. I have just purchased a miniature comfrey plant Symphytum ‘Hidcote Blue’, and I look forward to the flowers, which promise to be brighter than those of normal comfrey.

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The Commonwealth Games again proved to me why so many of us love sport. It was full of drama, emotion, intense desire and dreams realised or dashed. The other great aspect for New Zealand was that the Games contain a couple of extra sports that are dear to us with the bowls, the rugby 7s and the netball. It was an event restricted to a select group of countries, but there were still plenty of world class performances on show. For many of us, it is hard to comprehend the sheer amount of time that goes into training for such a major event. Most people would struggle to understand how swimmers cope with leaving home before 4.30 in the morning for a two-hour training session, followed by another hour-and-a-half in the afternoon, and gym sessions as well. Then you can still miss a final by a 10th of a second. There is no way that a sportsperson could compete at that level without real strength of character.Moments of high elation for me had to be the success of the rugby and netball. The ability of both teams to function under extreme pressure and trust each other, their talent and their game plan brought them their gold medals. Another big factor in both wins was the ability of their coaches to see the shape of the game and make good tactical changes.The hard luck story of the games had to be the hockey girls, who dominated their final but could not fully put away their stubborn opposition. Their loss in the penalty shootout was heartbreaking. While I loved Valerie Adams total dominance and Alison Shanks superb athleticism, my individual star had to be Nicky Hamblin. Her stunning sprint in the 800m to gain her second silver medal had me on my feet cheering.You see, that’s it about sport – you get so emotionally involved! We don’t all get to compete or coach at such a high level, but with the ability of modern media, we still get to experience the passion.

Games ignite passion for sport

When it comes to sport, Mark McCarthny, our new columnist, is a genuine all-rounder. Mark is a physical education teacher. He has also worked in a gym, was involved with Silverdale Rugby Club and has been active in surf lifesaving since 1972. Recently, he took part in the Tough Guy Challenge in Rotorua. “I am a competitive person, but at my age I enjoy taking part in a wide range of activities – anything that keeps you focused on your fitness.” Mark has lived on the Coast for 24 years. His column will be monthly.

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With the arrival of warmer weather, many will be heading outside to sort out the garden. This increased physical activity is great for you, but carrying compost, pulling large weeds or pushing heavy wheelbarrows increases the risk of injury.As with an athlete building up your endurance and not attempting to “deal to the section in one day” is advised. Falls prevention is important. Maintain a clean work environment and do not leave equipment such as the rake on the ground where you may trip over it. Repeated activity such as using the hedge clippers or secateurs needs to be interspersed with stretches and other tasks. Rather than cutting the whole hedge in one hit, it’s better to do a portion, rake and carry leaves, then continue. Wrist stretches with a straight elbow and bending the wrist back for 10 seconds are useful.To minimise the risk of low back pain or injury, the following guidelines are worthwhile. For more comprehensive information on avoiding injury while gardening or undertaking other household activities, see a physiotherapist. y When lifting items, bend your knees, not your back. Never twist your body when your back is bent. When lifting, keep your feet apart and one slightly in front of the other.

y Never overfill your bucket, barrow or watering can. Only carry as much weight as you know you can lift comfortably. Better to complete two light loads than get stuck with one heavy load. Distribute the load equally on each side of the body by using two lighter containers rather than one heavy one.

y Always carry buckets, containers or loads as close to your body as possible. Holding any weight away from your body increases the stress on your upper body and back.

y Place a watering can on a stool or chair when filling it, so you don’t have to lift it up as far when it’s filled. Place garden pots and containers on a bench to avoid bending to plant them out or work on them.

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Kung Fu black belt Adrian van den Bemd first studied martial arts in Silverdale Hall back in the 1980s.

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Training for mind and bodyAdrian remembers cycling from his home in Stillwater with a couple of mates to karate lessons in the hall.Adrian went on to specialise in Southern Style Kung Fu and, with 10 years as a teacher now under his belt, recently returned to Silverdale Hall to open classes in Long White Cloud Kung Fu, which he says combines the Southern and Animal styles.It involves short, punching moves rather than the kicks and acrobatics that characterise the Northern Style

and combines fighting/self-defence with the breathing and internal focus of Chi Kung.Adrian says the style is non-competitive and teaches self-defence techniques while strengthening the body.The weekly classes in Silverdale will be taken by head instructor John Munro, and Adrian. Juniors (from age 8–16) and adults can enrol for training.Info: ph Adrian, 021 370 928 or email [email protected]

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The issue of the former Rodney District Council’s use of toxic herbicides was in the spotlight again last month when a strong chemical smell caused evacuation of businesses in central Orewa.

Chemicals turn nasty in Orewa

Businesses were evacuated on Orewa Boulevard from Moenui Ave to Florence Ave, and a roadblock was set up on Hibiscus Coast Highway, on Saturday October 16 as fire fighters located the source of the odour.The smell, which business owners say caused headaches and made many feel unwell, stemmed from weedkiller sprayed on cracks in the Boulevard’s cobblestones early that morning by Council contractors, Fulton Hogan.The herbicide used was a mix of Glyphosate (or Roundup) and the coconut-based product Hitman, a combination that is used throughout the Hibiscus Coast on roadsides.Spraying took place from 6am–8am, which is normal practice as the air is relatively still, minimising spray drift, but Council says in this case residue left on the pavers evaporated as the pavers heated up, causing the smell.Spraying of the Boulevard paving

may be done in the evening in future, giving the herbicide a chance to settle down before the heat of the day.Orewa Care Chemist owner Anthony Wentworth says his staff were among those who called the fire service after they contacted Council to no avail.“The whole thing was a bit of a shambles, with poor communication with retailers,” Mr Wentworth says. Herbicide is sprayed every six to eight weeks at this time of year and Mr Wentworth says in future store owners would like to be advised in advance when spraying is to occur.As a result of a campaign mounted by locals with health concerns related to the use of chemical sprays, the former Council has trials underway of a hot steam weed control method with a Warkworth-based company, Organic Weed Control. It will be up to Auckland Council whether these trials continue.

Correction: There was an error in our story on the appointment of the Stoney Homestead Trustees (HM October 13). The three trustees are Robin Grover, Pauline Wetton and John Law. There are no representatives of the Silverdale & Districts Historical Society on the Trust.

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Cindy Hartley of Army Bay has come up with an ambitious plan to thank the Manly Fire Brigade for saving her life.

Life saving effort leads to fire challengeThree years ago, Cindy suffered a brain aneurysm while on a boat behind Tiritiri Matangi Island.“It felt like a heavy raindrop falling in the back of my skull, and that’s all I remember,” Cindy says.The emergency services were called, and Manly Fire Brigade met the boat at Gulf Harbour. Cindy credits their swift response with saving her life.Cindy, aged 42, approached the fire service recently to find out how she could help, and discovered they are in desperate need of a first response van.The van is needed to enable a speedy response to medical emergencies, which are becoming an increasing part of the work this fire service undertakes in the community.Cindy says last year less than half of the Manly Fire Brigade’s 314 callouts were to fires.“Locals living at end of the peninsula face a wait of up to 25 minutes for the St Johns ambulance coming from Silverdale, and possibly longer if those ambulances are busy, so the Manly Fire Brigade often attends a medical emergency first,” Cindy says. “This was what happened when I needed help.”She says a first response van would enable a quicker response to non-fire

emergencies, allow more fire fighters to attend an emergency, and help transport the volunteers as they attend training or carry out community safety education duties.The vans are valued at around $65,000, including medical equipment, and Cindy has set herself, and the community, a challenge to raise this sum.The event kicks off with a 10-day challenge against the fire brigade starting on November 11.Challengers will take on one challenge per day, raising funds through sponsorship. The challenges involve fitness activities, some of which are part of fire training, and others just for fun. The challenges are cycling, Zumba, swimming or wading around Frenchman’s Cap, boxing, SAS training, fire fighting training, a climb up Lookout Hill carrying 15kg, ballet, Paint Ball and a fishing competition.Four teams and five individuals are already signed up to take part, and Cindy says there has been a great response from the community when it comes to organisation and sponsorship – although much more is needed.The challenge concludes on November 21 with a public open day,

the Manly Fire Fighter Challenge, at Gulf Harbour Recreational Reserve (opposite Wentworth College), from 2pm–5pm.This includes fire service demonstrations such as a car cut out and monsoon bucket water dump, fire truck pulling, helicopter flights and live entertainment. Items for an auction and spot prizes have been donated by local businesses.To join the challenge, enrol online at www.manlyfire.org.nz or phone Cindy on 021 864 662.

Runners and walkers, from competitive to the ‘just for fun’ end of the spectrum, will take part in the second annual Family Fun Run at Shakespear Regional Park this month. Organised by Sport Gulf Harbour, the inaugural event last year attracted nearly 200 runners with several entrants choosing to walk the scenic course. This year organisers have introduced an official ‘walk’ option. There are two courses, 5km and 7.5km, to choose from, both of which include Waterfall Gully and are described as suitable for all levels of fitness. Nordic walking sticks can be used. The Family Fun Run is on Sunday November 7, starting at 10am, and offers spot prizes galore as well as trophies for winners in each category. Register at Stirling Sports, Whangaparaoa Plaza, until November 6 or at www.sportgulfharbour.co.nz

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Apprentice a cut aboveApprentice hairdresser Moana Riddell of Whangaparaoa says she feels honoured to have won the Jasmine McBeth Memorial Scholarship last month. Moana, who is an apprentice at Hair Scene Hair & Beauty, receives $3000 towards training and development, and a $1000 pair of scissors. Moana says she was never in any doubt that a career in hairdressing was for her. “Hairdressing is more than just a job – it’s what I have always wanted to do. It’s who I am”, Moana says.

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Friday 26 Nov 6.30pmInstant prizes, mini treatments, demos, exclusive discounts, gift ideas, refreshmentsTickets only $20


Carolina Moon

Billy TK Jnr

Ascension Wines, Matakana, Proudly Presents

Riverhead Slide

Briar Ross & Swiug Easy

Tony Painting

Wed 29th December 2010Ascension Wine Estate, Matakana

4.30 pm till 9.00pmTickets available at the venue

and eventfinder.co.nz

For details call 09-422 9601 orwww.ascensionwine.co.nz

Tickets $30Kids, 12 and under FREE

Billy TK Jnr | Auckland, NZRobbie MacGregor | San Francisco, USATony Painting & Powerband | UKRiverhead Slide | Auckland, NZCarolina Moon | Auckland, NZBrilleaux | Auckland, NZBriar Ross | Auckland, NZ

Plus many more.

Robbie MacGregor

Brilleaux

Fans of the Musical genre have a treat in store with the NZ premiere of Little Women: the Broadway Musical, which first played on Broadway five years ago.

Little Women, from left, Claire Murphy (Amy), Erin Heatley-Smith (Jo), Emma Leon (Marmee), Kristen Robinson (Meg), Heather Wilcock (Beth).

Big musical for Little Women of all agesCentrestage is bringing the show, marketed in the USA as “a perfect night out for mothers and daughters”, to Orewa this month with a cast of talented locals.Based on Louisa May Alcott’s classic coming-of-age tale Little Women, the show follows the fortunes of the ambitious Josephine March and her three sisters – Meg the eldest and prettiest, shy Beth and the spoiled youngest Amy – as they grow up in America during the Civil War.The cast includes Erin Heatley-Smith in the lead role of Jo, and 16-year-old Heather Wilcock as Beth.Heather, who was a finalist in Rodney Live 2008, began performing with

Centrestage as a seven-year-old; this is her 17th show with the company. She says although her character dies of Scarlet Fever, she does so off stage, following an emotional scene with her sister.One of the challenges of the role has been dressing in a corset and hooped skirt and practising walking with books on heads.“I spent seven hours in a corset at one rehearsal,” Heather says. “It’s supposed to improve your posture but it’s painful when you’re not used to it.”She says a bonus has been forming a tight-knit group with the cast of 10.Heather says the live band and moving

songs make for an entertaining and emotional evening.“The music taps into the audience’s emotions. There won’t be a dry eye in the house.”Little Women: the Broadway Musical is on at Centrestage from November 13–27. Tickets www.iTicket.co.nz or phone 426 7282.

A huge community effort has ensured that this month’s Red Beach Gala will once again draw the crowds.Organisers say new features include a food and beverage festival, which will take food stalls to a whole new level.The Food Fiesta, coordinated by parents Christina Frantzen and Naomi Keefe, adds high quality items such as free range pork spit rolls, baked

potatoes, mussel fritters, curry and wraps to the ever-popular sausage, chips and cake stall options.Adding flair and experience to face painting will be international body artist Carmel McCormick, whose work includes the painted uniforms on Air NZ flight attendants in a recent TV advertisement. The school field will be filled with rides, and items up

for grabs in the live auction include an Air NZ flight deck experience and a weekend for two in Mangawhai.Last year’s Gala raised a record $24,000 and co-organiser Chris Millar puts that success down to a new strategy that matched groups of classrooms with particular stalls or entertainment options for parents to focus their efforts on.

Red Beach School pulls out all the stops for the best Gala yetProfits from this month’s Gala will go towards replacing the school’s junior playground, which is 15 years old.Quality used items are needed for the second hand stalls, and can be dropped off at the school hall from November 8 onwards during school hours.Info: ph Red Beach School on 426 8915, or email Chris at [email protected]

A recent fundraiser for the refurbishment of Centrestage Theatre had the audience dancing in the aisles. The Rocky Horror Show movie was the star attraction at the fundraiser on October 17 and the audience came dressed for the occasion. Prizes were on offer for the best costume, along with lessons on the Time Warp, which several people got on stage to demonstrate with the Ritz Dancers. Around $1000 was raised. Pictured are, from left, Trudy Drinkwater, Josh Dunne and Rae Clark.


Hibiscus Matters has a copy of Simon & Alison Holst’s 100 Favourite Muffins & Slices (Hyndman Publishing) to give away. To be in to win, write your name, address and daytime phone number on the back of an envelope and post to 100 Favourite Muffins & Slices, Hibiscus Matters, Whangaparaoa Hall, 717 Whangaparaoa Rd, Whangaparaoa. Entries close November 19. CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs E M O’Dwyer of Army Bay, winner of a copy of More Marvellous Muffins.

Cuisine with Alison Holst

Simon and I selected the muffin and slice recipes that have proved popular over the years for our 100 Favourite Muffins & Slices, published in 2003. The favourites include recipes for slices that have been baked in NZ home kitchens for years, such as ginger crunch, Louise cake and custard squares. These butterscotch squares are easy treats – I hope you and your family enjoy them.

Slice of Heaven

Base & topping125g butter½ cup sugar1 large egg1 tsp vanilla1 cup self-raising flour1 cup standard (plain) flour

Filling100g butter2 rounded household Tbsp golden syrup400g can sweetened condensed milk Heat oven to 180°C (170°C fanbake), with the rack just below the middle. Line a 23cm square baking pan with two strips of baking paper, so bottom and sides are covered. For base, cut butter into 9 pieces and warm in a large pot or microwave dish until it starts to melt. Take off heat and beat in the sugar, egg and vanilla until evenly mixed. Stir in the flours until mixture is crumbly, then squeeze it into a ball with your hands. Break ¾ of the dough into bits, and place these evenly in the prepared baking pan, patting them fairly flat. (You can put a piece of plastic between the mixture and your fingers if you like.) Put the rest of the dough in the refrigerator or freezer.For filling, melt the butter in a pot or microwave-proof bowl. Measure the syrup, using a hot wet spoon, and stir in. Add the condensed milk, mix well, then pour the filling over the unbaked mixture in the tin.For topping, coarsely grate the (cold) remaining piece of dough on top of the filling, using a grater with large holes. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling has browned. Cool on a rack for 2 hours, then lift carefully from the baking pan (on the paper) and cut into pieces of desired size using a sharp knife dipped in hot water. Serve with tea, coffee or milk or pack in lunches. Store in a covered container, refrigerating if keeping for a week or so, or freezing for longer storage.

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Children’s market comes to OrewaQuality second hand goods for babies right up to tweens are the focus of a market to be held this month in Orewa. The organisers, Natasha Duffett and Nikki Morgan, decided to host the market as a way for parents to recycle, de-clutter their homes and help others to find clothes, toys, books, furniture and accessories at affordable prices. More than 30 stallholders will take part in the inaugural Good as New Kids Pre-Loved Market on Saturday, November 13. Nikki says that all the things that her children had outgrown made their way to a corner of her garage, until one day she realised she had a mountain of toys. “Most of them were still in good condition, but I didn’t have the time to list them all on Trade Me,” Nikki says. “Selling everything in one morning in a market to other local families makes perfect sense.” The market is on November 13 at Orewa Community Hall, 9am–12pm.


M A R I N E F E AT U R E

Onthewater

Hundreds of keen anglers are expected to descend on Orewa next April for an event that is a highlight of the fishing season.

From top, Kayak fisher Peter Michael. The team with their trophies.

Kayak club’s success brings big fishing event to Orewa

Hosting the NZ Angling & Casting Association (NZACA) national championships is a coup for the Hibiscus Kayak Fishing Club, which earned the hosting rights by out-fishing seasoned boaties in this year’s event.The event was last held in the region (based at Sandspit) in 1980.NZACA vice president Derrick Paull, who is also a member of the Club, says their impressive bag of 12 medals in this year’s event, including Top Club Boating, was a wake up call for those using far larger vessels, including power boats.He says that kayaks provide the advantage of stealth, and kayak fishers are also prepared to put in extra effort, including getting wet and manoevering themselves into difficult-to-access areas, to fish.“Kayaks offer the perfect balance between the silent approach that land-based fishers have and the flexibility to move between locations, as a boat can,” Derrick says. “By and large, kayakers are very committed fishers. The 2009 and 2010 national champions have

both hailed from the Hibiscus Kayak Fishing Club, and we intend to add 2011 to the trophy cabinet.”Next year for the first time the NZACA is adding a separate kayak division to the nationals, which Derrick says recognises kayak fishing as a growing sector of the sport.The nationals will be held during Easter (April 20–23) and include distance and accuracy casting competitions. The casting will be held at Metro Park in Silverdale North, which borders the southern shores of Orewa Estuary.“The organising committee is committed to providing an inclusive schedule that will attract families to come along and take part.”Derrick says between 200–350 anglers from all over the North Island are expected to take part in the nationals and the Club, which has around 60 members, is working hard to ensure it is a memorable occasion.Info: visit www.nzaca.co.nz, www.hibiscuskayakfishingclub.org or ph Jai Sanders, 027 312 1034.


M A R I N E F E AT U R E

Onthewater

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plus all marine sundry productsDiving around the Hibiscus Coast is most popular with people that Dive

HQ owner Grant Searancke calls “hunters and collectors”, but you don’t have to be in search of a crayfish dinner to enjoy a local diving experience.

Local dive spots teem with fish and plant life. Photo, Alex Stammers

Best dive spots revealed

Grant, whose international diving experience includes the Maldives, the Galapagos Islands, Fiji, the Solomon Islands and the Red Sea, says local diving spots can be colourful and beautiful – a whole new world to explore.“Although we don’t have coral, there’s a lot of colourful plant life – reds, blues and greens, orange and yellow sponges,” Grant says. “You can be surrounded by schools of kahawai that come and circle you; it’s stunning.”Grant and his wife Shailina, who have owned Dive HQ in Whangaparaoa for the past year, have nearly 40 years of diving experience between them.Grant recommends the following dive spots: y Wellington Reef is just a short hop (two minutes by boat) from Army Bay. Schools of kingfish, stingrays and a multitude of other fish life can be seen.

y The tip of Whangaparaoa Peninsula, opposite Tiritiri Matangi Island, is a popular diving spot, particularly for collecting scallops. On Labour weekend, divers saw dolphins there and Grant says he has seen the odd shark, John Dory and large fish called Stargazers in this spot.

y Shearers Rock, off the back of Tiritiri Matangi, is popular for fishing. The remains of a very old shipwreck makes for good diving and Grant has seen seahorses there.

y The wreck of a Japanese trawler out from Gulf Harbour, towards the Noises, teems with life. The vessel remains intact and upright, fairly deep at around 26 metres.

Dive HQ take dive courses for beginners, right through to instructor level and run dive trips mid-week and in weekends. Info: ph 424 8513 or visit www.divehqhc.co.nz

Open Entry


Coastguardwith Nikki Latham, Coastguard Hibiscuswww.hibiscus.org.nz

As Labour weekend officially marks the start of summer boating, as well as the traditional ‘breakdown season’ for Coastguard, now is a good time to run some annual checks on the boat to minimise the chances of arriving home on the end of our Coastguard tow rope. Coastguard Hibiscus Maintenance Officer Reg Werner, who looks after Hibiscus Rescue One and 2 has put together some hot tips for boaties heading out on the water on their first outing: Outboard Motors and Trailers y Charge and test batteries and then actually start the outboard to be sure the battery strength will turn the outboard motor quickly. A slow cranking motor indicates the need for new batteries and/or possibly a starter motor issue (Be sure to hook-up your outboard to a water source for this test!)

y Change spark plugs or have an outboard technician service the engine, oil and filter change, and check lower leg oil condition. If the oil appears “milky” the lower leg may have suffered water ingress. Also have the technician inspect and change the water impeller if necessary.

y Check external fuel tanks for corrosion and leaks. Look for cracks in the priming bulb and test it for firmness and resiliency. If it collapses, replace it.

y If the fuel has been stagnant for over three months, drain and replace with fresh fuel. This old fuel is fine for the lawnmower or hedge trimmer, at least if they break down you won’t be stranded at sea.

y Check trailer safety coupling chain, shackles on the tow bar chain and also the safety chain securing the bow of the vessel, check tyres and trailer lights, WOF and registration.

y Check anchor warp for fraying and chain and shackles for wear. y Check the steering turns the engine from “lock to lock” smoothly. Lubricate the end of the cable that telescopes in and out at engine end.

y Ensure the throttle control has a smooth operation – the throttle/gear cables should travel smoothly when the control lever is pushed to full, in both directions.

If Reg’s tips have inspired you to learn a little more about your motors, Coastguard Boating Education run both inboard and outboard maintenance courses, call 0800 40 80 90 for details.

Seasonal safety tips

Yachting youth took part in a regatta last month in ideal conditions off Manly Beach. The Hibiscus Coast Youth Regatta is hosted annually by Manly Sailing Club. A strong turnout of 90 entrants saw boats fill the bay, racing in Optimists, Lasers, open bics and windsurfers. Best placings for local sailors went to Manly’s Nicolas Croft, first in Laser Radial; Liam and Sean Herbert, first and second respectively in open bic; Holly Hamlin of Red Beach, third in 4.7 Lasers and Tony Mackenzie of Akles Bay, third in RSX windsurfers. Photo, Ashley Gillard-Allen.

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SANDS SuppORTS parents and families after the loss of a baby. Meetings: Wed Nov 10 (children welcome) 10.30am, Sat Dec 11, 10am. Orewa Community house. Baby Loss Awareness Week (Oct 9–15) balloon release Sat Oct 15, 2.30pm, Wenderholm Park. Ph Tania Pulman 09 423 8089/ [email protected]

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GAmBLING HELpLINE – professional counsellors available 24 hrs to help those suffering from gambling problems or affected by another’s gambling. Immediate free, confidential support ph 0800 654 655 anytime.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYmOuS meet Fri 7.30pm, Orewa Community Centre (behind Estuary Arts Centre) Ph John 027 646 2995.

CAR BOOT SALE first Sunday of each month, 7am–12 noon, $10 per car and $5 for a trestle hire. A Centrestage Theatre fundraiser to help with the renovation, we look forward to everyone coming. Ph Rosalie 0274 198 135 or 09 427 0405.

HIBISCuS COAST pARENT CENTRE needs volunteers. All ages, work & life skills considered. Various roles available. Further enquiries Ph Kyleigh 426 6770/021 552 955.

OREWA LIONS 1st Wed of each month, business meeting. 3rd Wed, dinner meeting, Orewa Surf Club 6.30pm. All welcome. Ph Harry Wills 426 6629.

COATESVILLE GARDEN RAmBLE Sun Nov 7, 10am–4pm. Entry to FIVE superior private gardens $40. Proceeds supporting the Life Education Trust and North Shore Hospital Trust. Ph Albany Rotary Club 426 7657.

HIBISCuS COAST WIDOWED CLuB Meet 2nd Wed of each month, Orewa Community Centre. 1pm (doors open 12.30pm) Interesting speakers, afternoon tea, raffles. Outings and trips arranged. Come along, good company, we care. Ph 424 3757.

COmBINED RODNEY SENIORS 22 Days Escorted tour. “Rhapsody of the Sea” 18 day cruise and 4 day land based holiday in Hawaii. Flight departs Auckland to Sydney April 14, 2011. $3995. Book and deposit ASAP. Tour host - Joan ph 021 078 4296, fax 424 7545..

LAW OF ATTRACTION Fun and friendly coffee group on the Coast. Come along for sharing and inspiration based on the Law of Attraction / The Secret. Ph Jolene 428 3102 Email [email protected]

FIBROmYALGIA SuppORT GROup (HBC) slowly forming in Whangaparaoa. Meet others who understand and share info over a cuppa in a safe, caring environment. Email your contact details to [email protected] to register.

COmpuTER HELp - AT SENIORNET - tuition in many applications. Phone 426 1509, 9am–3pm, Mon–Fri. 117 Centreway Rd, Orewa. www.seniornet-hbc.org.nz

pRESCHOOL muSIC AND DANCE Mums, come and enjoy the magic of music and dance with your preschooler(s) using hoops, shakers, scarves, ribbons, parachute etc. Mondays-10.30am, Centrestage. Tuesdays-10.30am, Wgp Baptist Church. Ph Judith Douche 424 3009.

mANLY FIRE BRIGADE 10 DAY CHALLENGE

Starting Thursday November 11. Different challenges each day

over the course of 10 days. Sunday November 21, 2–5pm there

will be a fire themed community event at the Gulf Harbour Recreational

Reserve. To sponsor us or become a challenger www.manlyfire.org.nz

BuSINESS & pROFESSIONAL WOmEN’S CLuB (BpW) $2,000 Tertiary student award 2011. Open to all present or past female Hibiscus Coast residents. Criteria & Application form available from: BPW Study Award, PO Box 656, Orewa or phone Jenny 426 0407 or email [email protected] Applications close December 31.

OREWA TWILIGHT CROQuET, Hatton Rd. Starts Thursday 4 Nov 5.30pm till dark. Come have a go! Stay for a chat! Order your takeaways - we'll collect them. $3 green fees. Ph Janet 426 8686 or Keith 09 959 0228.

ExpRESSIONS OF INTEREST are sought for a market in the Puhoi Hall November 28.Stalls are for "Trash and Treasure" Tables will be $20. Anyone interested please phone Kathy or Cody 09 422 0891. This is a fund raiser for the Puhoi Centennial Hall.

HAppY STITCHERS meet every Thurs.1-4pm.to stitch, bead, patchwork ,embroider, knit etc , learn new crafts.Pohutakawa Room, Wgp Library. Ph Val 424 0476 for details.

KATE'S pRESCHOOL muSIC GROup Orewa Community Church. Starting November 3. Wednesdays 10am. $4per child. No waiting lists. Ph Kate Morrison 426 7352 / 021 170 8513.

KIDS mARKET - Orewa Community Centre. November 13, 9am - midday. Over 30 stalls selling quality 2nd hand local and overseas brands, plus furniture and toys. Enquiries 021 258 8044.

FORESHORE & SEABED, Submissions on the new MARINE & COASTAL BILL close November 19, keep the F&S in Crown ownership for the benefit of all NZer's, for details ph Geoff 426 7874.

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Gulfland Marine, 671 Whangaparaoa Road. Ph 424 5556 • www.gulflandmarine.co.nz

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COmBINED RODNEY SENIORS Next Trip December 6. Celebrate Christmas at Old Flame Memory Lane, $40pp. Enjoy a Christmas buffet. Dress in old style or Christmas theme. Cost includes the meal and bus. For information phone Gillian 424 5373.

GuY FAWKES FuN & GAmES for 11-14 year olds 5 November 7pm - 9.30pm. Meet at Orewa Community Church. 235 HBC H/Way,Entrance from Amorino Dr. Red Beach. Ph Jo 428 3833.

ABuSE: VERBAL, pHYSICAL, pSYCHOLOGICAL, is discussed in a confidential supportive gathering of those locals experiencing the pain and suffering of these issues. All ages welcome, 15–85. Txt first name to 021 457 188 for details.


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All work guaranteed. 15 yrs exp.P.A.T testing service available.

ph Nick 09 428 5068 mobile 021 171 5920

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HIBISCuS HANDYmAN SERVICES Experienced reliable mature owner operator. General home repairs. Tree cutting and hedges (and removal). Gutter cleaning. Water blasting/ window cleaning. Painting. Free quote Ph Geoff 428 0657, 021 176 9233, [email protected]

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SYLWESTER'S TAILORING and dress making, alterations, wetsuit repairs, household items. Over 40 years exp. Fast & affordable. Ph 426 7559.

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HYpNOSIS for stress, anxiety, phobia, depression. Stop smoking specialist. Bill Parker NZAPH, 424 7610.

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ADEpT COmpuTER SERVICES, Est 1993, covering Hibiscus Coast, for all PC repairs, including Internet, Anti-virus & networking at reasonable rates, please phone 421 1039 or Mob 021 114 5517. www.adept.net.nzGLOBAL BuSINESS OppORTuNITY Personal development media. www.breakaway.net.nz

HAIRDRESSER ~ A CARING HOmE SERVICE. Excellent pensioner rates. I come to you. Ph Inga 426 0985.

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ALL ELECTRICAL WORKS, Call Richard for immediate service. Ph 428 2257 or 021 999 847.ALL ELECTRICAL WORK 0800HINES1 (0800446371). Family business. 25yrs experience. Prompt efficient serviceALL LAWNS pROFESSIONALLY mOWED Large or small. Ride on. Ph Duncan 427 4294, mobile 021 366 137.

OREWA PICTURE FRAMING 35yrs exp, Professional Framers GCF, You Name It! We Frame It”. All at your One-Stop Picture Framing and Accessory Shop. Shop “E”, Cammish Lane, Tamariki Plaza, Orewa. Ph 427 8124.

pICTuRE FRAmING

FRAmELESS FRAmES Plexiglas, safe & attractive, available in clear, colours any size or shape, plus glazing. Orewa Picture Framing, Shop “E”, Cammish Ln, Tamariki Plaza, Orewa. Ph 427 8124.

pHOTOGRApHY

pRESERVE YOuR mEmORIESVideos, slides & old 8mm films

all onto DVD. Ph TeTotara Video (09) 422 5710.

Classifieds are FREE, but the following conditions apply: public Notices are free and, in fairness to the many other organisations, placed three times. This offer is for not-for-profit groups/individuals. Not trades/services/businesses, or rental/for sale properties. 35 words free thereafter fees apply. No proofs will be supplied. Email: [email protected] (no attachments will be opened), Post: 717 Whangaparaoa Rd, Fax: 428 4024. Ph: Lorry 428 4025

• FREE CLASSIFIEDS • FREE CLASSIFIEDS

pAINTING, Quality work at discount price. Honest & reliable, excel references. Free quotes. Ph Mark 021 156 6177.

LIFE CHANGING OppORTuNITY Personal development. www.breakaway.net.nz

LAWNS & GARDENS - Tree Pruning & Felling. Hedge Trimming. Section Cleanups. Quality & reliable service. We’ll beat any price. Ph 424 8268 or 021 256 8934.

TOY DOG'S fun play-days or sleepovers in our loving home. Ph Cheryl 424 8804.

LYmpHATIC DRAINAGE mASSAGE Lymphoedema, Immune deficiencies, Migraine, Constipation, Post Cosmetic Surgery, Arthritis, Chronic Fatigue. Also: Remedial/Seated Head, Neck,Shoulder/Trigger Point/Myofascial Release/Reiki. 30yrs experience. Xmas Gift Vouchers. Ph 0272 665 010.

pETS & ANImALS

WHAT! WOmEN HAVING ADVENTuRES TOGETHER! For women wanting some fun! Mountain biking Nov 6th Woodhill, Overnight tramp Nov 20th Waitakere, Kayaking Dec 11th Waiwera. Phone Debbie for details 428 5181.

INDEpENDENT TREE CARE All aspects of tree and hedge work, Branch Chipping, Private line clearance, Qualified Arborist, Fully insured. Phone Dave 09 427 9216 or 022 026 5681.

CLINICAL mASSAGE – Professional, experienced, affordable. Deep tissue, Sports, Mums-2-B. Ph 421 0196.

HIBISCuS COAST COmmuNITY SHOp, First Saturday of each month at Western Reserve Orewa, behind Information Centre. Hrs 10am–1pm. Ph 426 3598.

GARAGE SALE

TuITION

FRENCH, GuITAR, SKATING. Learn effectively with Brigitte Ph 424 1380 or www.drivescool.co.nz.

ENGLISH & OTHER SuBJECTSPrimary/Secondary & All ages.

NCEA/Cambridge/ESOL. Ph Kate 424 8583 or 021 0387569.

Guitar Lessons 1-0-1All styles/All ages

Reg Keyworth Ph 424 8959Its time to really rock.

www.PlatinumMusicCreations.com

COLLABORATIVE ART WORKSHOp WitH DaviD POOlE

This workshop will require you to work with others to produce a work of art....• expanding your ability to go beyond your experience of “what you know”

• developing confidence & extending your ability in verbal, visual & conceptual communication.

• opportunity to exhibit Course runs over four Saturdays, Nov 6, 13, 20 & Dec 4, 10.30am – 1.30pm.

The course costs $100.phone 426 5570

Em: [email protected]

THE COmBINED RODNEY SENIORS, WHAT A YEAR ! With an average of one day trip a month the group of over 55’s have visited many areas this year. As well as the wonderful people you meet there is a lot to learn about the places they go and things they see. This year will finish with a Christmas party for the regular members of the group. Joan, Stan, Gillian and Pat have had such a successful year that they have decided to do it again in 2011. So a big thank you to all their supporters, they look forward to seeing you again next year. If you would like to join the trips please call Gillian 424 5373 or Pat 427 9149 for more information

puBLIC NOTICES

WHANGApARAOA HORTICuLTuRAL SOCIETY will enjoy a coach trip around Coatesville this month to Flametree Art Gallery, Brookgreen Garden, lunch at Cornerlea, finishing up at Pineleigh Garden and Furniture Studio. New members welcome. Ph Mary 424 3362.

SpIRITuAL CENTRE-mEETS fortnightly in Orewa,medium on platform & healing offered. Ph Lynda 424 1998.

SECRETARIAL SERVICES & CV WRITING For all your typing needs contact [email protected]

WANTED

CASH pAID• Shed & Garage clear outs

• Tools & Machinery• Cars, motorcycles, boats,

caravans all things considered.

ph or txt 021 161 5139

DELIVERY pEOpLE NEEDED to distribute The Hibiscus Matters and

other flyers and Magazines on Peninsula, Orewa and Silverdale.

ph mark 427 6506 or 027 277 3088 email [email protected]

HOuSES WANTED FOR REmOVAL – Cash paid. Phone 021 501 366.TO BuY, RECORDS/Lp’S, 45’s Ph Mike 428 1587.WANTED SEWING mACHINES & OVERLOCKERS going or not. Ph Ian 021 984 138 or 424 3140 after hours.

CHRISTmAS pARTY! BE CLINIC + STuDIO Friday 26 Nov 6.30pm. Instant prizes, mini treatments, demos, exclusive discounts, gift ideas, refreshments Tickets $20. Contact us now for tickets $20. Ph 428 2931.

DRESS mAKERS DummY - Chil Daw adjustable. Ph 428 4335.

SEmI-RETIRED, FIT EARLY 60S LADY with a young outlook, seeking a male companion simular age for travel boating movies walking and dinners, maybe even campervaning, if this sounds like you give me a call, 027 696 5099.


GENTS QuARTz WATCH with date and stainless strap. Water resistant. Used for 2 months. $45. Also ceramic plant pot, shape of old boot, mottled brown to black. Never used. $20. Ph 428 0943.

what’s onNovember 2010 Hibiscus Coast

5 Silverdale Historical Society. Visitors welcome to join coach trip to Paeroa and Katikati $38. Ph 426 8778 to book.

5 & 6 Whangaparaoa Horticultural Society Annual Flower Show, Whangaparaoa Hall Friday 2pm–4pm, Saturday 9am–3.15pm. $2 entry. Public entries welcome (register by November 4). Info: Zelma ph 424 4112.

6 Silverdale School Country Show Day, Longmore Lane, Silverdale North, 10am–2pm. Entertainment, stalls, rides, raffles, auctions and more. Fun for the whole family.

6 Eaves Bush Appreciation Group workday, meet 9am at 26 Hillcrest Rd, Orewa. Weeding wild ginger. Tools supplied, but bring your own gloves and spade if you prefer. Refreshments provided. Info: ph Don Turner, 426 4761 or Graeme Webber 422 0741.

7 Sport Gulf Harbour Family Fun Run/Walk, Shakespear Regional Park, 10am. Info: www.sportgulfharbour.co.nz (see story p15)

12 BAG Night 2 (Beautiful and Gorgeous), Whangaparaoa Primary School, 7.30pm–11pm. Disco and fashion fun. Hosted by Alex Breingan and April Ieremia. Fashion by Five Way Fusion and Scintilla. Refreshments available. Tickets $20 from the school office. Proceeds go to the school.

12 & 13 Maygrove Village Art Group of Painters exhibition, Maygrove Village, 65 Tauranga Place, Orewa, Friday 10am–7pm and Saturday 10am–4pm.

13 Market selling pre-loved children’s items, Orewa Community Centre, 9am–12 noon. More than 30 stalls selling quality second hand local and overseas brands, plus furniture and toys. Info: ph 021 258 8044. (see story p17).

13–27 Little Women, The Broadway Production. Centrestage Theatre, Orewa. Info and bookings: ph 426 7282. (see story p16).

14 Red Beach School Gala, Albert Hall Drive, Red Beach, 10am–2pm. Family fun, a food fiesta, live auction, white elephant stalls, entertainment and more. Info: ph Red Beach School, 426 8915. (see story p16).

21 Manly Firefighter Challenge, Gulf Harbour Recreational reserve, 2pm–5pm. Info: www.manlyfire.org.nz (see story p15)

26 Stella Maris Twilight Fiesta, 50 Silverdale Street, Silverdale, 4pm to 8pm.Fun entertainment, food stalls, artisan and craft stalls, pony rides, Police car rides. Bring a rug and the family.

27 Fantastic Christmas Festival, Summerset Falls, 31 Mansel Drive, off Woodcocks Road, Warkworth, 10am–2pm. Summerset are proudly supporting the Christmas Food Bank Appeal. Bring your family along and join in the fun!

28 Stanmore Bay School Gala, 10am–2pm, Stanmore Bay School, 30 Waiora Rd, Stanmore Bay. Entertainment, food, stalls and fun for the whole family.

Sunday Funday at the Leisure Centre, from 3pm. Fun for the whole family.Silverdale Markets, every Saturday 8am–1pm. Vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts and much more.Orewa Farmers’ market, Orewa Square carpark. Every Sunday, 8am to 12.30pm. Locally grown produce, home-made preserves and soaps, plants, bread, fish.Puhoi Farmers’ market, 8.30am -12.30pm, Puhoi Sports Club, last Sunday of every month. Info: Phillippa, phone 422 0009.Kaukapakapa Village Market and Car Boot Fair every third Sunday of the month. Next market Sunday November 21, 8.30am to 1pm. Info: Sarah ph 09 420 9175 or Kim 09 420 5776. The Monday Nighta, 6pm Orewa Surf Club reserve. Open to all ages and abilities runners and walkers. Info: www.themondaynighta.com or ph Laraine, 021 073 0989.

BLACK CORD FOR JADE pENDANTS HBC Souvenir Shop, Silverdale. Ph 426 6125. P

Nz JADE pENDANTS from $10. Made locally. HBC Souvenir Shop, Silverdale. Ph 426 6125. P

REGULAR EVENTS

FOR SALE

VEGGIE, HERB AND FLOWER SEEDLINGS for sale, many heritage brands, good prices, punnets and pots, Manly area. Ph 424 2293.

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TO LET

GuLF HARBOuR 1 bdrm, furnished flat. $230 pw. Inc power, water & use of pool, tennis court & clubrooms. Ph 424 4549.

FREE TO A GOOD HOmE Bentley Piano. Ph 428 3756.

DVD, ANDRE RIEu Live in Sydney 09, unused, $15. Ph 428 0943.

SINGLE BED 2 mattresses. $10. Ph 427 9443.

pORTACOT Jolly Jumper, hardly used. Exc cond, $60. and mattress ex cond. $20. INFLATABLE Mattress, queensize. Coleman double high, still in box, worth $250, sell $125. 12V pump $15. Ph 426 9072.

TRAmpOLINE, LARGE 3.6m diameter circular type with net surround, 2 years old. Good condition, buyer must take away, $100. Ph. 021 02450532.TELEVISIONS, GENERAL 13 INCH with additional rabbit ears $15, DSE 14 inch $35. Both have excellent pictures. Ideal kitchen, Bach etc. Ph. 4260541

CANTERBuRY VODAFONE WARRIORS Jersey. Brand new. $100 Phone 021 0785 446.

WORLDmARK WYNDHAm CREDITS. An opportunity to increase your credits in private sale. Phone Chris or Don to discuss Ph 09 535 6661.

GuLF HARBOuR SCHOOL uniforms, 4x polo shirts & coulottes, sizes 6 & 8, v good condition, $15 each. Bucket hats, skirt, sweatshirt, raincoat $5-10 each. Also Whangaparaoa College skirt approx year 8. Ph 428 3325

WOODEN ROLLTOp DESK – Complete with purposed storage compartments. Pullout tray and Drawer. Cupboard underneath has 3 drawers + extra space either side. Reluctantly selling. $250 ono. ANTIQUE REPLICA DOLL PRAM – Beautiful ornate filigree cane work with lace sunshade fully lined with lace trim, wooden wheels, mattress pad, pillow and quilt type cover. Great Xmas gift $150 ono Ph 421 1812 / 0272 6765 010.

Orewa Community Church

Orewa

Entrance from Amorino Drive, Red Beach. Phone 426 7023

www.occ.net.nz

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A full day of celebrations marked The Leisure Centre’s 20th birthday, with everything from fun family activities to formal speech-making.Activities that the Centre in Stanmore Bay has become known for, such as fitness classes, Gym ‘n’ees and swim assessments were all provided free of charge on October 16 and attracted a big crowd. In the pool, attractions included a Wacky Race between past and present swim school instructors, as well as ex-Leisure Centre lifeguard and Local Board member John Kirikiri. The race included a Mad Hatter relay, blacked out goggles and double backstroke-three legged events. Looking on was 84-year-old Grace McFarlane who retired from teaching swim classes last year.Dive HQ provided free dive lessons, and the Centre’s new Aquarun was launched as well as giant inflatable rocker and walking water ball.The celebrations took a more serious turn in the afternoon, when Whangaparaoa College’s Bellissimo Choir sang to assembled guests and staff, followed by speeches by Centre manager Cherry Gilbert, former Rodney mayor Penny Webster, former chief executive Rodger Kerr-Newell and afternoon tea.The Council owned facility opened on October 21, 1990 and currently has a membership of around 2000.

Clockwise from top, Paige MacDonald enjoys ‘the walking water ball’. Leisure Centre birthday cakes. The new Aquarun made its debut to the delight of pool users. Gym ‘n’ees instructors oversaw dozens of youngsters as they climbed, bounced and scrambled their way over purpose-built gym equipment. Past and present swim school instructors took part in Wacky Races – from left, Kelly Chapman, Julie Cochrane, Erin Bluck, Kate Randle, Grace McFarlane. Front, Jo Rand-Durling.

Leisure Centre blows out birthday candles in style

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