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Flying highWhat does Auckland Council spend on airfares?

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Half a century of community service was celebrated and memories flowed last week, when Orewa Lions Club held its 50th birthday bash.The club officially came into being on November 26, 1964 and according to one of the original members, Don Turner, aged 88, the initial 56 members got busy straight away on community projects.Don says that many of the original (or charter) members were farmers and tradesmen in their 20s and 30s, so they could be counted on if something needed building – they built the Orewa North lookout, an extension to the Orewa Girl Guides Den, a playground at Orewa Beach and a large stone seawall at Stanmore Bay, among many other projects.Lion Tom Mutch, who has been with the club for almost 40 years, remembers 100 people, made up of Lions and other volunteers, getting together to build a wooden fence along Orewa Beach Reserve to replace a flimsy post and rail. Tom also poured concrete during the construction of Hillary Square.He says that Lions rarely carry out that type of work these days.“If we wanted to build a ramp for disabled access into someone’s house, we couldn’t do it

Happy Birthday Lions: Don Turner, left, and Tom Mutch with the Orewa Lions 50th birthday cake and the charter that documents the formation of Orewa Lions Club. They say that although times have changed, Lions Clubs represent a spirit of community effort that is still alive and well.

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Orewa Lions turn 50 from page 1now, because we’re not qualified, and there are so many Council rules,” he says. “We used to just do it.”Another early project was building and maintaining bus shelters around the Hibiscus Coast – it fell to Don to sweep and clean more than 10 shelters, something he did weekly on Sunday mornings for around 20 years.As Orewa Lions historian, Don is the keeper of more than 10 albums of photographs and many folders of documents – these are especially precious as the fire that destroyed the Orewa Trust pub, formerly on the corner of Centreway and West Hoe Roads, in 2003, took with it the original charter document and all that the club owned.One source of income for the burgeoning Orewa Lions Club was the operation of the Orewa Picture Theatre, which was located where Video Ezy is now and held over 200 people. Lions managed the theatre, including booking films, and the members’ wives sold ice creams and coffee at half time. Don says they had to give it up when ‘a rough element’ kept causing trouble, including slashing seats, and it was too difficult to get the one policeman, based in Takapuna, to keep the peace.Tom says that the biggest change over the years is that “women now run the club”. He remembers the battle to have women made members, which didn’t happen until the 1980s. Vice president/secretary Mandy Hebben says that worldwide, women aged 30–50 are the most strongly represented in new Lions Club memberships.

She says that the next 50 years will be interesting times for Orewa Lions, whose membership has been steady for several years at around 30.Latest projects, which include recycling car batteries and collecting unwanted spectacles to send to the Pacific Islands, show that the organisation still has a vital role to play.“We’re not afraid to roll our sleeves up and get the job done,” Mandy says. “We have a rich heritage and continue to achieve, both in our community and in the world.”

Works in progressThree Orewa Lions projects that have been running for more than 30 years have become fine examples of community action. y The club has been responsible for the maintenance of Eaves Bush Reserve since it opened in 1966, and volunteers still meet each month to keep the area weeded, tracks maintained and natives planted. Don Turner has been involved since the early days and still provides a hearty morning tea for the workers.

y Summer in Orewa is inseparable from The Big Dig, which grew from a fishing competition and has been running since 1979.

y Lions meet weekly to sort, weigh and bundle newspapers, selling them to Erosion Control and local kennels. This project began more than 30 years ago and raises $7000–$14,000 annually.

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Auckland Council and its Council Controlled Organisations (CCOs) are spending, on average, more than $80,000 a month on air travel, according to figures released under the Official Information Act.

Travel costs for Council staff head skywardsAlbany Ward councillor John Watson, who obtained the figures, describes the figure as “staggering”, particularly in view of recent cuts to community spending.“A reduction in air travel by Council employees was certainly not mentioned during the process of drafting up the budgets for the Long Term Plan,” he says. He says the amount of international travel, in particular is unacceptable.Half of the total claims were for international travel and the figures did not include accommodation or other expenses associated with domestic or international travel.Council’s air travel policy requires all travel to be “business related, necessary and appropriate”, and cost-effective, and staff are encouraged to consider alternatives such as teleconferencing.

Each CCO has its own travel policy.There are 8000 full time equivalent staff over the whole organisation, including CCOS, as well as 170 elected members. The figures show that Council and CCO staff travel significantly more than the Mayor and Councillors – staff also spend more on business class airfares than elected members.In the last financial year, Council and CCO staff combined spent more than $1 million ($1,036,227) on airfares compared with $38,381 for elected members.Council allows upgrades to business class when elected members fly for more than six hours continuously and will be engaged in Council business within 24 hours of arrival. For staff, the upgrade applies after an eight-hour flight. In 2013/14, Council staff and CCOs paid a total of $101,045 for business

class airfares – during the same period, no elected members took a business class upgrade.While airfare claims by elected members fell by 44 percent from 2012/13 to 2013/14, the amount claimed by CCOs and Council staff has remained relatively steady.Auckland Council staff claimed 28 per cent more for airfares in 2013/14 than they did in the previous financial year and there was also a jump of 59 percent in CCO staff airfares between 2011/12 and 2012/13.An Auckland Council spokesperson says there is a need for significant amounts of air travel within the Auckland Council group because of the “diversity of activities of the organisation” – particularly in the case of ATEED, which is tasked with tourism and economic development.

Auckland Transport staff travelled to Spain to investigate the procurement of trains and to France for the HOP ticketing system. There was also a lot of staff travel to and from Christchurch in the aftermath of the earthquakes.Business class travel was used for flights between Auckland and Las Vegas in May 2014. Council advise that this trip was taken by a staff member from Auckland Council Property Ltd who attended a large retail conference. This was in relation to the proposed Ormiston Town Centre development in South Auckland, which includes a large shopping centre.The spokesperson says all travel expenses conform to the Auditor General’s good practice guide, which is audited.The document containing the figures is linked to this story at www.localmatters.co.nz

A process that has taken more than four years came to a conclusion last month with the release of the commissioners’ decision on the Peter Snell Youth Village’s plan change.The Youth Village owners are relieved that the process is over, and generally satisfied with the decision, released on November 17, which chair Ken Stout says enables the organisation to get on with developing the facility.Among the concerns for those who opposed the plan change was the Youth Village’s desire to construct housing units on its 11ha Army Bay property – this aspect was withdrawn from the plan change process by the Youth Village, but is nevertheless still under consideration, according to chair Ken Stout.“We need more accommodation on the property, that’s clear,” Mr Stout says. “There is great potential to develop the facility, but we were held up because the council thought that a bit of ti-tree was more valuable.”

The land, which is on a prominent headland, has high landscape quality and is zoned Landscape Protection Residential. The provisions of this zoning have changed in recent years and now include the potential for housing, which allows the Youth Village to apply to develop its site through the normal resource consent process.Mr Stout says that there are no definite plans, or funds, for the development as yet, so the committee will focus on coming up with a plan, obtaining consent and then fundraising.“Development will enable us to do more, and operate camps of different sizes that provide a positive experience for young people. We can’t wait to get cracking on it.”Mr Stout says the plan change has not only been long and drawn out, but cost the Youth Village in excess of $70,000. He says that, on the plus side, it enabled a closer relationship with neighbours, which he hopes to develop

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Peter Snell Youth Village managers Gordon and Patty Campbell say the plan change decision releases the organisation from limbo.

further, but was uncertain whether that would include notifying future resource consents so that neighbours can have a say.The plan change originally came about after the former Rodney District Council accidentally removed the Youth Village as ‘a permitted activity’ when it prepared its District Plan – a blunder that was revealed in Hibiscus Matters in 2010.

This could have seen the Christian organisation, which runs camps for school and community groups, close down. As well as rectifying this, the plan change also dealt with the expansion plans, which originally included building up to 17 residential units.The camp was built in the 1950s and some buildings date from WWII. Refurbishment may also be part of future development. The decision is linked to this story at localmatters.co.nz


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Roading issuesMr Hine (HM November 19) has a rather confused view of the purpose of our road system, especially when it comes to Whangaparaoa Rd and the proposed Penlink. Roads are a means for people to travel between places. To this end they are meant to be relatively efficient at all times of the day and night and their usage is continually under review. Unfortunately on a peninsula where there is only one access road, the issues become stretched over the complete length of the road and in the case of Whangaparaoa Rd, this is approximately 14 kilometres long. Whangaparaoa Rd is also the only means to access a very popular Regional Park, which is busy during the summer months. Whether it is the extra 2000 houses at Gulf Harbour, or the many houses to be built on the new subdivisions on the peninsula, traffic from all these areas will add to the daily congestion. There is also the extra traffic generated by the new shopping centre in Silverdale. Possible users of Penlink will come from all parts of the peninsula, not just Gulf Harbour. Without an alternative route, the road system will grind to a halt, not just during the morning and evening period. There is also an implication that only people who do not need to travel anywhere in the early mornings or the evenings, should live on the peninsula. People live where they choose for a variety of reasons,

Online listing a winnerOrewa Hair Designers owner Maria Blunden was excited to hear that listing on Local Matters’ online directory not only benefited her business, but also won her a Samsung Galaxy Ace 3 Smartphone. The phone was offered to businesses that signed up to the new online directory during October and the promotion was supported by Spark Business. Just like the Mahurangi Matters and Hibsicus Matters newspapers, the online directory is about putting locals in touch with locals. It’s a fast and easy way to find the products and services that are available within our own communities. Visit the Business Directory at www.localmatters.co.nz to find out more. Maria is pictured, left, receiving the phone from Hibiscus Matters’ advertising manager Leanne Watson.

A variety of things have been placed on the Council pontoons at various local beaches over the years, including a deck chair and a sun umbrella. But last week, some fun loving local raised the bar and dug a trampoline into Manly Beach. It was then shifted onto the pontoon and tied on – some spectacular dives ensued. It’s gone now, but not forgotten.

and distance to and from work may not be one of them. Progress happens, roads and motorways are built and will continue to be built, cars are a means of transport, as well as buses and ferries. The latter do not always go where or when people require them to. Finally, Gulf Harbour is a great place to live.Ron Mahon, Gulf Harbour (abridged)

Split suggestedI have lived on the Hibiscus Coast for 12 years. When we first moved here, it was a lovely place, but since the amalgamation of Auckland’s Councils into the “super” city, we have seen the services and maintenance of infrastructure, that is Council’s responsibility, dwindle way until major money needs to be spent to bring roads and services up to a reasonable standard. Our rates are being siphoned off and spent in South Auckland, Central Auckland or on the Mayor’s train set. It now appears that Council has decided to put back major works (HM November 19), including the already at capacity Park ‘n’ Ride. More Building Consents are being issued, but there is no money being spent on infrastructure, in particular roading. If Council does not want to spend any money on this area, then stop issuing building permits! There are large subdivisions going ahead as we speak, yet Council has once again deferred Penlink and widening of

Whangaparaoa Rd. I leave for work at 5.15am every morning. When I first started leaving home at this time, eight years ago, there were not many cars, however, there is now a constant stream of traffic. All people, like me, who have opted to start work early and finish early to avoid traffic jams. The ferry won’t take me to where I work and the buses do not get me there without great inconvenience. It is also still cheaper to take the car. We are almost ready to retire, but if things continue the way they are, we will not be able to afford to stay in Auckland. I have supported both our local Councillors since we moved to the Coast, but I have seen very little evidence of a unified stance to show that they have strongly pushed to support the Rodney area which is declining in services and maintenance. The best outcome that I can see is to split this giant behemoth into two Councils – one from the Bridge north and the other from the Bridge south. It is time that the people of the Hibiscus & Bays and Rodney areas stood up to be counted. It is time that our representatives started actually representing us and it is time that we started looking for someone strong enough to lead us and guide us to split from this massive mistake that is Auckland Super City.Stephanie Gregory, Whangaparaoa (abridged)

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DIY park ‘n’ rideI fail to see how finishing the park ‘n’ ride in Silverdale can cost $5.7 million (HM November 19). All we need is 400 carparks and a station building. Seriously! Let’s do as Dairy Flat Hall committee did so successfully and simply go ahead and build the thing ourselves!Andrew Cole, Army Bay

Development blamedDespite our councillors best efforts, it seems Penlink is dead in the water. Stillwater residents can breathe a huge sigh of relief. The only hope now to prevent gridlock on the Peninsula is for a bus lane and improved public transport. The real villain of the piece is crazy amounts of development, which was allowed to happen without infrastructure put in place first (including a frequent and reliable transport network). Devonport has the same sort of problem (one road in and out). It also has a regular ferry service and buses but still has gridlock at times. That’s because there are simply too many people using the one road. Sadly that is also going to be the case in Whangaparaoa.Adele Brownley, Gulf Harbour

What’s the alternative?The Penlink figures and information in your paper (HM November 5) made very interesting reading. I would like to publicly thank Janet

Fitzgerald and her Penlink Now team and Councillors, including Penny Webster, John Kirikiri and our Ward councillors who tried their best to get this through over the past decade, and more. But I think it’s time to move on. If it can’t get built when it has an economic benefit over cost of 3.1, then it’s never going to get built. Perhaps there are other alternatives to be looked into? Let’s not waste another 10 years wishing and hoping.Steve Simons, WhangaparaoaEditor’s note: Penlink could still be built, by way of a Public Private Partnership; and if a private company is prepared to invest in it, there may be the potential to bring the project forward. At this stage, large Chinese construction companies are showing an interest. However, there would still need to be significant input from the public purse and at present this isn’t budgeted for until after 2026.

Service appreciatedI would like to say how grateful we are now to have more ferry crossings from Gulf Harbour to the city and return. I have used this service on a few occasions and must say its good to see so many people on board, so thank you to Fairway Bay developer Top Harbour and Auckland Transport. I am sure it will become more popular as Gulf Harbour grows and summer approaches with holidays ahead. Gary Stewart, Gulf Harbour

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Playful dolphins visit Little ManlyMore than a dozen dolphins were soon joined by more than a dozen swimmers and waders at Little Manly Beach on November 27. The friendly dolphins remained playing at the beach, coming in close to shore within touching distance of excited onlookers, for more than an hour. Photos, Doug Dukeson


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The Plaza, Whangaparaoa, is among those making generous contributions to Buy Local Give Local. Plaza manager Anne Murphy and business owner Eddie Law are pictured putting vouchers in the box located at Eddie Law 100% in the Plaza.

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One highlight of the project so far has been the generosity of Shiree and Robbie Parrish of Peninsula Landscapes in Whangaparaoa who donated $500 worth of Pak ‘n’ Save vouchers.The support of Times FM has been invaluable in spreading the message, and this year we hope to better last year’s total amount of almost $3000-worth of vouchers for local families in need.The campaign asks local shoppers to purchase a standard gift voucher valued at $10 or more from any local business to donate to a family that is struggling at Christmas. The Hibiscus Coast Community House and Orewa

Baptist Church distribute the vouchers to local families with their Christmas food parcels.Vouchers donated so far are from a wide range of businesses and will enable families in need to purchase items from toys and gifts to groceries and cosmetics (for details, see ad p20) for their loved ones at Christmas.So far, Whangaparaoa and Orewa are streets ahead of Silverdale when it comes to donations – so come on Silverdale shoppers, support your local retailers and families in need – every little bit helps!Vouchers can be dropped in the boxes at any time prior to December 10. A list of drop off points is in the ad p20.

Local business owner Greg Taylor rarely has food left over at the end of a busy day at his Sushi 4 You outlet in Whangaparaoa.He makes several hundred pieces of sushi every day. Many are made to order and the rest normally sell out, however with the development of the New World site next door he is hoping to make more and, perhaps, have more to spare, as his business grows.Sushi must be eaten the day it is made, and recently Greg came up with the idea of donating any leftover pieces to organisations such as Hibiscus Hospice.His enquiry on Facebook asking for feedback from other local food outlets has brought Orewa restaurant Vino

Orewa on board.“There are a lot of places such as cafés and bakeries that have things left over and I wonder where they go –this could be a great community resource,” he says.Greg is a cancer survivor, which is why he immediately thought of sending his sushi to Hospice volunteers and visitors.However, he is open to any suggestions from any other organisations that could use the food. He would also need someone to collect the leftovers from local food outlets and deliver them.If you would like to get involved in this project, please phone Greg, 424 2424.

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Voting for Coast projectsCr John Watson and I have real concerns over the direction of this Council in any number of important areas. We voted against a transport plan that fails to address the needs of the Hibiscus Coast, opposed the wasteful stadium strategy, the unfair imposition of cultural impact assessments on property owners, disposal of valuable public assets and the decision to reduce the acquisition of much needed reserves and open spaces for the public at the same time as the controversial Unitary Plan aims to cram in another million people in the future.It’s not all bad news however. We have managed to keep a number of badly needed transport packages for the Hibiscus Coast in the plan and still alive as part of an option with alternative funding that includes a regional fuel tax, tolls or rates – this includes a $75 million package of transport improvements for Whangaparaoa and Silverdale and the completion of the Silverdale Park and Ride. (HM November 5 & 19). Their timing remains totally unacceptable of course but at least they’re still there which is more than can be said for many other parts of Auckland where the transport budget has been savaged over the next 10 years ($3 billion has been cut from spending over the next 10 years). We will not allow the decision makers at Auckland Transport to shy away from their responsibility to deal with the congestion posed by unrelenting growth in this part of the Ward.We will continue to fight hard with others both inside the Council and out in the community for a fairer deal for our area and for decisions that put Auckland’s people at the forefront, not just the self-interest of the influential and the well connected. From the start we have stayed independent and loyal to our area. When the Mayor and his followers have the numbers to push the wrong things through, we, along with others, will do all we can to make them publicly accountable. That means pushing for openness and good information in time for Council and the community to consider. Rushed items and secret agendas often make for bad decisions. I remain very grateful to those people who put so much time and effort in on behalf of their communities. Thank you. The Hibiscus Coast remains a great place to live especially over summer when our beaches and parks give so much enjoyment.For more years than I can remember my street will again celebrate with a Christmas street party. It’s a chance to meet new neighbours, catch up, share some nibbles and a glass full of Christmas cheer. The invitation goes out, it happens, and we are the better for it. Merry Christmas and all the best for the New Year.

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Highway site sellsA commercial building on Hibiscus Coast Highway has sold for $4.4 million. The building, at 316 Hibiscus Coast Highway, on the corner of Tamariki Ave, was the last one owned by Orewa Village Developments – a joint venture with Southside Group, who originally owned the entire block (292-316 Hibiscus Coast Highway) and had planned to built a 10-12 storey retail and apartment complex there. Southside abandoned the project, citing concerns about zoning provisions in the draft Unitary Plan. Barfoot & Thompson commercial agent Barry Masefield confirms that the site sold at auction to a private investor, who “was attracted by the diversity of tenants in the building and the transformation of the Orewa commercial district”. Part of the building was formerly occupied by Orewa Care Chemist, which relocated to Tamariki Ave, near Countdown last April.

Ray White ChristmasRay White Real Estate has partnered with Ronald McDonald House to deliver a Christmas campaign for New Zealand families who need a little bit of extra help at Christmas. The campaign started on December 1. All you need to do is wrap a gift and drop it into Ray White’s Manly office in Rawhiti Rd, Manly Village, and pop it under the tree. These gifts will be passed on to families who are staying at Ronald MacDonald House in Auckland.

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Healthcare for older people in the Hibiscus Coast is getting a shake up with the introduction of a pilot scheme by the Waitemata District Health Board (WDHB).

Healthcare scheme targets elderly Coast residentsThe scheme will cost $1.8 million and is focused on improving the care provided for people aged 75 and over, so that they are less likely to need hospital care.The WDHB introduced the pilot of its CARE project to the community last week at a meeting in Silverdale, but it has been in the planning stages for the last couple of years. The Hibiscus Coast was chosen for the pilot because of its high percentage of elderly residents however, if successful, the scheme will be implemented across the WDHB district.It is estimated that the number of people aged 75 and older across the WDHB district will increase by 77 percent, from 32,120 to 56,880, in the next 12 years and the CARE scheme is an attempt to address the increasing costs and demands that this will place upon primary care, aged residential care, hospital admissions and support services.CARE stands for coordinated care, assessment, rehabilitation and education – key factors of the pilot scheme.Clinical leader Dr Diana North says the trial will involve practice nurses more proactively in assessing and developing a healthcare plan for

older patients, together with care coordination and follow up. Extra training and funding will be provided.“It’s a definite change in the way we work in general practice,” she says.The scheme targets the top 25 percent of older patients with chronic diseases and multiple problems in a core group of seven General Practices, most of which are on the Hibiscus Coast. These patients will be invited to have an assessment with the practice nurse.CARE also hopes to improve the understanding among General Practice teams of the support services that are available for older people and the options for referral to secondary care.At the same time there will be an attempt to integrate and improve communication between primary and secondary care services, including access to an on-call geriatrician and shared care planning.CARE will be implemented starting next April and run until June 2017. The scheme will be monitored and evaluated – this includes comparing outcomes for the patients on the trial with those in comparable practices located on the North Shore.

Wishing for a saleThe GJ Gardener house in Fairway Bay that was built to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish charity went to auction last month, but failed to sell. It is now on the open market. All proceeds above the reserve go to Make-A-Wish, which grants the wishes of children aged 3-17 throughout NZ with life threatening medical conditions.

Auckland Council agreed last week to support the proposed merger of two of its Council Controlled Organisations into one tasked with helping to deliver more intense urban development, as well as managing Auckland’s growth.The new CCO, called Development Auckland, would be capable of delivering public and private development and infrastructure, including housing, across the region. The proposal would see a merger of Waterfront Auckland and Auckland Council Property – it will be consulted on as part of Council’s Long-term Plan, which goes out for consultation next month. If approved, the new CCO could be established by September 1, 2015. In announcing the proposal, Mayor Len Brown said that meeting Auckland’s development needs over the next 10 to 20 years requires a transformational shift in the council’s approach to urban

development and regeneration.“Central government, the council, the private sector and the not-for-profit sector will be able to work together in a way that does not burden ratepayers further with the costs of growth, but rather sees them realise the benefits of it,” he said.This is one of only minor proposed changes to CCOs that have resulted from the recently concluded nine-month review of their performance and roles. CCOs that provide water services, major new investments, events and tourism will all remain within their current structures.Deputy Mayor Hulse said the review had been wide-ranging and critical but found that the current arrangements are cost-effective compared to other options.“It is pleasing to note that generally our CCOs are working very well,” she said.

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The organiser of the annual free Christmas Day Community lunch, Aaron Brett, says it’s “full steam ahead” and he is hoping for a big turnout at the lunch this year.

Proposal to lump costs on BIDs voted downAn Auckland Council proposal to impose thousands of dollars of fees on business improvement districts (BIDs) was voted down last month. The policy, presented to the Budget Committee, was to recuperate about $860,000 in annual administration costs, which are currently funded from general rates. The 48 BIDs faced annual fees ranging from $2000 for small BIDs up to $194,000 for the central city BID. The Committee recommended staff investigate the nature of the work Council funds to support BIDs and whether it is getting value for money. Staff will also identify opportunities for BIDs to amalgamate to share the costs of services. Committee chair and Rodney Councillor Penny Webster says the proposal was developed without Council input and would have undermined the work of the Committee. “We are trying to encourage more BIDs to form, not impose further costs on them,” she said.

Aaron Brett is organising the Christmas Day Community lunch for the first time.

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The Christmas Day lunch is provided by the cooperative effort of local churches and sponsors, led by the Salt Community Trust.Last year the Trust was faced with Auckland Council charges for use of the venue, Orewa Community Hall, but despite recent increases in fees at the hall, Council has waived its fee for the Community Lunch.Aaron says this is much appreciated, as it would have amounted to $600–$700.The free lunch has been held in Orewa for 14 years and provides a hot sit down lunch at no cost with festive cheer for approximately150 adults and children who would otherwise spend Christmas Day alone. It caters for anyone who needs a warm welcome on Christmas Day, especially those who are elderly, marginalised, lonely, without extended family, or in need.Last year numbers declined to around 60–70, which Aaron says could have been because the Salt Trust required people to pre-register to attend, rather than because less people wanted to attend.This year, no pre-registration is required.Aaron says he hopes to make the hall’s festive decorations and the way the food is served better than ever this year, and provide good live entertainment including a two-piece band.“We want to give people a great Christmas Day and create some memories,” he says.Orewa New World and Pak ‘n’ Save Silverdale are among the sponsors of the lunch.Aaron says he is looking for more volunteers to help with the set up and running of the lunch. A chef will be taking care of all the cooking.

Aaron, who lives in Stanmore Bay, says he stepped forward to organise the lunch because every other Christmas has been about his own family and this was a chance to make Christmas about community.He is keen to spread the word about the lunch for local people who might like to attend.The lunch takes place from 11.30am–2.30pm. Info: email Aaron, [email protected] or visit http://www.salttrust.org.nz

Whangaparaoa free lunch This year, Fleur Mcdermott and Leanne Willis of Angels on the Coast are also holding a free Christmas lunch at Whangaparaoa Hall for anyone in need. They are setting up a Give A Little account to raise funds and say the lunch will have “all the trimmings, great entertainment and a sprinkle of magic”. Anyone who would otherwise be alone at Christmas is invited, but needs to reserve a seat in advance. Email [email protected], phone Leanne on 424 1438 or text details to 021 969 435. The lunch will start at midday, doors open at 11.45am.

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Moving swim and resort wear business Beach Hut from Silverdale Village, where it had been for 12 years, to Moana Ave, Orewa, was a difficult decision for owner Cathy Cederwall.However, indications are that locating a pop up shop close to the beach was the right move, with the sea and surf putting customers in the right frame of mind for colourful summer fashions.Beach Hut has been going since 1990 and currently there are six stores in the North Island, most in beachside locations.Cathy bought a well-established New Zealand swimwear brand, Jennifer Dean, in 1990, and Beach Hut was created to sell that label. It soon expanded “like Topsy” to include many other labels – all of which were initially made in New Zealand. This eventually became uneconomic, and the fashions sold in Beach Hut are now imported from all around the world.For Cathy and her son Tony, this means regular buying trips to America and Europe; Beach Hut is a family business, and Cathy’s daughter manages the Whangamata store.The Orewa store is bright and colourful, filled with the latest swim and resort wear from labels such as Funkita, Sundrenched and, of course, Jennnifer Dean.

Clover Dinh began working in nail salons part time as a way to make ends meet while she studied towards a business degree.She had trained in salons in the city of Haiphong in North Vietnam where she grew up, but never intended to make it her full time profession. However, it became obvious that this was something she was very good at.The business degree was consigned to history, and Clover worked full time in several salons, including Diamond Nails in Ponsonby, Auckland, before starting her own business in Gulf Harbour almost two months ago.It was a giant step for Clover to leave her family behind in Haiphong and move to NZ six years ago, attracted by the clean air and opportunity to make a new life. She says she received a great welcome and although she returns to Vietnam every two years, Gulf Harbour is home now.Her salon, Clover Nail Salon & Spa by Gulf Harbour canal, is an oasis of calm and clients are made very welcome. From the glass of blueberry tea served while you wait to the LED lights that play upon the warm spa water as your feet are massaged, this is an experience for all the senses. Fully reclining massage chairs ease aching back and shoulder muscles

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A big selection of the latest bikinis, including separates, is due in store in early December.Cathy says the store’s focus has always been on comfort and fit.“We look for clothing that enhances women’s best features and gives the body a good shape,” Cathy says.Her hands on approach sees her visit each of the six Beach Hut stores regularly, while leaving local staff in charge.The Orewa Beach Hut is a pop up, and will be in Moana Ave until April. However, Cathy says there is the opportunity to make the store permanent.“We’re just loving the atmosphere and people here, and we think Orewa Beach is going to work really well for us,” she says.

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She is dividing her time between both stores, and is lucky to have the support of two experienced staff members, Emma Price (assistant manager at Fabulous Flowers) and Vanessa Lockett, assistant manager at Fleurette.Jane has been a florist for around 10 years, after making a big career change from being an administrator.She worked with Barbara Everiss at Renaissance for four years, before taking over the business, and renaming it Fabulous Flowers, five years ago. “I was looking for something more creative, and I found it here, working with flowers,” she says. “At the end of each day there is such a sense of satisfaction, which I never tire of. It will be challenging running both businesses, but I’m very excited about it.”

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Hibiscus Matters thought it important to clarify this, as it seemed to go against the proposed Unitary Plan’s provision for no more than six storeys in the town centre.Members of the Orewa Ratepayers & Residents Association and Destination Orewa were also surprised by this mention of eight storeys in central Orewa.An Auckland Council spokesperson confirmed recently that the maximum permitted height in the Orewa town centre proposed in the draft Unitary Plan is six storeys (24.5m) – and for that particular site at 4 Hillary Square, it is four storeys (16.5).The error occurred because the information provided by Bayleys Real Estate was taken from a general description of the town centre zone which states that “provisions typically enable buildings of between four and eight storeys”, rather than the specific overlay that details the permitted heights in different parts of Orewa town centre.Bayleys North Shore salesperson Daryl Devereux apologises for causing any concern in promoting the property. “It is never our intention to mislead or cause concern in a community when we promote a property,” he says.He says the promotion of that

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The first Twilight Market, at the Plaza in Whangaparaoa, was smaller than expected, but still a positive start. Children were entertained by Fairy Trixie, Walnut the Clown and a range of games such as giant Jenga.

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The markets included around 15 craft and food stalls, with jewellery and children’s gift items as well as crystals and wall plaques among the attractions.Live music was provided by North Shore musician Rod Taylor.The next one, at the same venue, on December 19, has a Christmas theme and Santa will make an appearance. Anne says she plans to have more stalls and fill the town square (opposite the library).The twilight time frame of 4pm–9pm was one of the nicest things about the market, creating a leisurely buzz of people moving around The Plaza.Further Twilight Markets at The Plaza will be held on Jan 16, Feb 20 and March 20. The two that will be held in Orewa, on Feb 6 and March 6, already have a wide range of stalls confirmed.

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Countdown Orewa’s manager, Nicky Turner, has worked in the supermarket industry for 30 years – 34 if you include the years that she and her brother spent as children, helping their parents run the Four Square in Taupo.However, it’s the first time she has opened a new store, which has thrown up some interesting challenges – from spending an entire day interviewing at WINZ in Orewa and setting up teams and rosters to ensuring thousands of items are correctly stacked on shelves in time for opening day on December 11.Technology has enabled the shelves to be stacked with precision. A computer-generated ‘planogram’ was drawn up for every shelf and then one row of each product was put in place. This meant staff could see what each aisle would look like and make adjustments if necessary.It’s a far cry from the first job Nicky had for Progressive Enterprises, which was as a part-time checkout packer in the days of paper bags, 6pm closing and no weekend openings.“I can remember packing pre-scanners, when everything was hand-priced with a gun,” Nicky says. “You had to remember all the specials, to ensure the customer actually made those savings.”She worked at the supermarket while at school, completing a BSc, travelling and raising two teenage boys.During that time, Nicky moved around a fair bit with the company, working in Sunnynook, Manukau, Milford, Glenfield and head office in managerial roles. She also managed the Orewa Countdown in 2012-13.That experience showed her the importance of a

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local supermarket as a source of jobs and she was determined to employ locals at Countdown Orewa.“We found there was a big need out there, the locals interviewed well and were keen,” she says. “Many hadn’t had jobs since they left school, despite looking for work.”As a result, 79 percent of the staff at Countdown Orewa come from the Coast.Training has been crucial, as 80 percent are new to the business.While around 12 staff returned after the rebuild of the supermarket, most did not. A total of 69 new jobs were also created as a result of the increased size and product range of the store.Wide aisles mean you can take mobility scooters down with ease, and a full range of products is available.“It’s going to be a pleasure to work there, and especially to see families returning to shop with us.”

Nicky’s focus on customer service included replacing office-based service and administration mangers with a customer service manager.Marlene Williams, who has worked at Countdown in Whangaparaoa for 17 years, is excited about taking on the role – so much so that she literally danced down the aisle, when no one was watching, when she first got inside the new store.She knows all facets of the business first-hand, having worked her way from filling the shelves on the night shift, into supervising and management.Marlene says the flexibility of supermarket work enabled her and husband Pat to raise four children, with him working days while she did the night shift.Never happy shut away in an office, Marlene says she will be in her element at Countdown Orewa, where she will be on the shop floor making sure customers are happy.“Even the simple things like helping people find a product is important – it’s about listening, being approachable and giving people the time of day,” she says. “We have a great team and we hope people feel that friendly vibe when they walk in.”

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High standards are being set at Orewa Countdown in order to keep its costs and environmental impact as low as possible.Manager Nicky Turner says that the goal is to recycle 70 percent of all the store’s waste, which includes food, paper and plastic.Food that is still within its use-by date will go to a local foodbank, while food waste goes to farmers. Old magazines and other paper, plastic and cardboard is recycled; the store has its own auto-baler, which crushes cardboard and plastic into bales which are then trucked to Auckland for recycling.Energy efficiency is also a focus. The

store’s retail area has almost doubled in size (from 1410sqm to 2703sqm) with refrigeration making up 50 percent of the power bill. Nicky says that the new Orewa Countdown, although bigger, is aiming to be one-third more energy efficient per square metre than the old store.Energy efficient lighting and a CO2 refrigeration plant system are among the energy savers. The fresh produce fridges have state-of-the-art blinds that slide over at night, trapping the cold air. Similarly, sliding covers on freezers and heat reclaim off the refrigeration coils help minimise the store’s energy footprint.

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The re-opening of Countdown in Orewa on December 11 is expected to be an all-day affair, with the official speech making, attended by around 100 invited guests, taking place early in the morning. Everyone who has been involved in the project has been invited to attend, including contractors, as well as representatives from Countdown’s national head office. The honour of cutting the ribbon will fall to Rodney MP Mark Mitchell and Red Beach School’s kapa haka group will perform. The store opens to the public at 8.30am and it would pay to be in line early – the first customer through the door gets to cut the Welcome to Orewa Countdown cake, which will then be shared out. Weather permitting, a bouncy castle will be outside the store for the kids, and sausages will be sizzling. There will also be a number of opening specials and giveaways. Pictured is the team at Orewa Countdown stacking shelves ahead of opening day on December 11.

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Santa Claus was the star of the show, but the community also came out to play. Above from top, the busy bees of Zero to Five Home-based Childcare, Orewa Girl Guides. Photos, Jannette Thompson and Andrew Peddie.

Santa welcomed to Orewa BeachThe colour and vibrancy of Orewa’s annual Santa Parade was in part due to the increasing multicultural make up of the local community.Among the liveliest performances at the parade on November 22 were those from Bolliwood Indian Restaurant, whose dancing won it Best Commercial Float, and the brass instruments and drums of the Chinese marching band, Falun Dafa, which won Best Team Float.Creativity was in evidence in every float, but the cleverly constructed artistry of Estuary Arts Centre’s Wearable Arts garments, all made of recycled materials by local artist Jolitta Webb, earned it the title of Most Creative. Estuary Arts manager Kim Boyd wore a spectacular monkey man mask, made as part of her Special Effects Diploma two years ago, wowing the crowd as she quietly sweltered inside.An estimated crowd of 8000–9000 lined the route from Alice Ave along Hibiscus Coast Highway to the Orewa Reserve carpark. Nearly 90 different groups, representing local businesses, community groups and bands, took part in the parade.Organiser Destination Orewa Beach operations manager Hellen Wilkins

says they were especially pleased with the lengths that local businesses went to in creating their festive floats.The floats were judged by Orewa New World owner/operator Catherine

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Instead, the decision has been made, in conjunction with Orewa Surf Club, to hold the parade on the same weekend in November, but with a later afternoon start, and bring back The You Can Help Festival, which was not held this year.She says the late afternoon parade followed by a twilight You Can Help (Music) festival will have less impact on business revenue and provide a cooler time of day for spectators to watch the parade.

The Hibiscus Matters team entered a float in the Orewa New World Santa Parade for the first time this year. Recycling and reusing was a priority and included buying baskets from the local Hospice shop and returning them afterwards, as well as making clothing items, umbrellas and accessories from old issues of the newspaper. Staff and their families very much enjoyed being part of the day and received a wonderful welcome from the spectators.

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The traditional welcome given to Santa Claus in Gulf Harbour, Carols on the Canal, was first held in 1995.The event is an opportunity for the community to gather for picnics, drinks and Christmas carol singing around the canal – this year the singing will be accompanied by the North Shore Brass Academy Band and a choir from Whangaparaoa Primary School.

A professional sound system is set up in the band rotunda. The highlight of the evening for the children is the appearance of Santa Claus who cruises down the canal in a RIB, courtesy of Coastguard Hibiscus at around 6.45pm.There will be a gold coin collection for Coastguard Hibiscus, a food truck, and the local restaurants will be open.

The Hibiscus Coast Singers’ annual Christmas Concert has been held in Whangaparaoa for 24 years, each time with a different festive repertoire to celebrate the seasonHibiscus Coast Singers president, Bob Overend, says that this year the concert, entitled Christmas in Song and Story, includes exciting arrangements of old and new carols interspersed with poetry and prose.“The spoken words and the music aim to bring the Christmas story alive and relate it to the world of today, such as Mary’s baby being born in a roadman’s shack in backblocks New Zealand, or references to the cruelty of modern-day Herods,” Mr Overend says.A feature of the programme is New Zealand composer David Hamilton’s suite written in 2012, which sets to music six poems by New Zealand writers and others.

Several carols will feature the talents of two young soloists, Alexander Garvey from the Hibiscus Coast and Jan-Maree Baughan from the North Shore. Both are members of the NZ Opera Chorus.The Singers are also delighted that Barry Golding, a local resident with extensive musical experience, will accompany the choir and soloists on the organ of St Stephen’s Church. Well-known harpist, Robyn Allen-Goudge, a member of the choir, will also accompany some pieces.The concert is on at St Stephen’s Church, 3 Stanmore Bay Rd, on Saturday, December 6 at 7.30pm and Sunday, December 7 at 2.30pm. A collection will be taken for Hibiscus Hospice.Tickets are $20 from choir members, Orewa Menswear or phone 424 5711.

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Garden giftsIn NZ we are so lucky to be able to celebrate Christmas in a season that has an abundance of fresh produce.This year we are aiming to make the gift giving as stress free as possible. Making your own gifts from what you have in the garden can be quite simple. But be conscious of the fact that some projects can be very time consuming. So if you are not the DIY kind of person, then maybe look to your local markets or boutique local stores for unique gifts.Here are couple of ideas that we love and that worked for us: y Create a pizza herb planter. Load it with basil, oregano and parsley. For a simple idea you could even include a recipe card with a pizza dough recipe and your favourite topping combinations – this one is great for kids to make or receive.

y Upcycle a planter. Use an old crate, tea cups or pots, baking tins or whatever container takes your fancy and either sow with vegetable and/or herb seedlings or make a DIY kit by adding a selection of seedlings, soil, a trowel and some gardening gloves.

y For the kitchen. One of the simplest ideas is making your own herb oil. You can buy or recycle an eye-catching bottle, fill it with Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or any other mild flavoured oil), pop in a sprig of rosemary, a garlic glove or two and even a chilli. Add a nice gift tag and a card along with a couple of ideas for how the oil can be used.

We use herb oil as a dressing – simply combine ¼ cup oil, 1–2 lemons or limes, juiced, and salt and pepper to taste. This is simply delicious drizzled over your favourite salad. Flavoured vinegar also works as an alternative to oil – use either white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar. Vinegar with fresh raspberries is a fabulous combination. We like to use these vinegars in salad dressings as they impart a fabulous flavour.So whether you want to give something practical for the home, a treat for the kitchen, or to complement a delicious dinner, there is a present from the garden that will suit anyone of any age.

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The Christmas tree is obviously the biggest festive decoration in most homes, but there are also many ways in which you can tuck a small reminder of the holiday season into other areas of your home. Here are some ideas and tips from Tania Betterton, owner of Poppy Design in The Plaza, Whangaparaoa: y Cookie cutters or terrariums make great ornaments, tied with red ribbon.

y A collection of traditional toys, such as race cars, small teddy bears along with the little packets of presents you can buy from any $2 store can be combined to make a lovely traditional children’s Christmas feature in the centre of a table or on a shelf.

y Vases, dishes, candlesticks and silver serving dishes filled with baubles is another simple, yet effective, Christmas display.

y Using a cluster of different sized candlesticks, place a bauble on the top of each one.

y If you don’t want to pay for Christmas lights, hanging sparkling ornaments from the tree, which reflect light from the room, is just as effective.

y Take the lid off a jar (mason jar) and blutac a mini tree or small reindeer onto the inside of the lid, fill the jar with Snowonder (a powder you add water to and it puffs up like snow), place the lid back on turn upside down and put on a shelf or mantle. For summer add sand, shells and a mini Santa in togs.

y Fill a mason jar up with hot chocolate powder, marshmallows on top and cover with brown hessian, put some sticks like reindeer ears sticking out the top,and paint a big red nose and eyes on the jar. This makes a lovely gift for Christmas guests to take home.

y Event calenders can be made from toilet paper rolls – remove all the paper, squash the roll flat lengthways,

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Centres of attentionFor your Christmas table centrepiece, try using a hurricane lantern, add a small Christmas wreath and candle or fairy lights. Wrapping a Poinsettia garland around the lantern turns your lantern from an everyday to a Christmas feature. Candles used in centrepieces should give off a subtle smell, be scentless, or blend with the aromas of Christmas so as to not overpower your food. Battery operated candles are another option and available in gold, silver, red and white. And if you want to use your Christmas table for the feast, how about elevating your centrepiece? Try using a thick branch that has plenty of branchlets on it. Paint it white, dry and dip in glitter, paint it black or leave it natural, hanging crystal tree decorations and coloured baubles from it at various lengths. Then hang the branch from your ceiling over the table with nylon or pretty ribbon. Hang glass t-light jars (with t-lights in them) from the branches and you have a wonderful Christmas chandelier centre piece.

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Farmers and Hospice NZ have formed a partnership that will see 27 hospices throughout the country benefit in a range of ways.The central fundraising activity that Farmers will be working on with hospices is the Tree of Remembrance Christmas campaign, with a tree put in place last week at Farmers in Whangaparaoa.Hibiscus Hospice Remembrance Trees, which appear two weeks before Christmas in shopping centres around the Coast, offer locals the opportunity to honour and remember loved ones. As well as the tree in Farmers, Whangaparaoa, there will be a tree at New World Orewa and in The Plaza.Customers can make a donation and receive a remembrance card, then write their message on the card and hang on the dedicated tree.This is an opportunity to remember someone special this Christmas and also support hospice services so that they can remain free of charge.Farmers is also selling a Christmas compilation CD, $15, with $10 of

Where’s Santa?Those photos of the children seated on Santa’s knee, sometimes smiling, sometimes crying, are kept for a lifetime. Here’s where to find him on the Coast:The Plaza, Whangaparaoa. Santa arrives at The Plaza on Saturday December 13 at 11am and will be there every day until Christmas Eve – he will also be at the Twilight Market on Friday, December 19.Snowplanet, Silverdale. Santa will arrive at Snowplanet by helicopter on Saturday, November 22 at 11am. Family entertainment including face painting, sweet stalls and more are on offer, then Santa will be available in the magic castle for photos around 11:30am. He is available for photos every day from November 22 to Christmas Eve.Orewa town centre. Santa will be out and about in Orewa town centre on: December 6, 11.30am–12.30pm; December 13, 12pm to 1pm; December 20, noon to 1pm and 2pm–3pm; December 22, 3.30pm–5.30pm; December 23, 11.30am–12.30pm and 2pm–3pm; December 24, 11.30am–12.30pm and 2pm–3pm.

Farmers Whangaparaoa manager Madeline Turrall places the first remembrance card on the Hospice tree in her store.

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every purchase going to the local Hospice.All funds raised will remain within the community, supporting Hibiscus Hospice’s free palliative care services.Hospice volunteers and staff will also offer a gift-wrapping service in return for a donation at the Plaza and Paper Plus Orewa from December 15–24. Both organisations supply the paper and other materials as their donation so that Hospice can retain all of the money received.

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Busy life is the best at Hibiscus Coast VillageIf you thought retirement villages were quiet places where ‘not a lot’ happened, Hibiscus Coast Retirement Village on Red Beach Road will have you thinking again.Hibiscus Coast Village prides itself on its vibrant social programme and even has its own Activities Co-ordinator on staff. That very busy person is Elaine Brierley, who has worked at the village for 18 months. “There is never a dull moment here. In fact most residents find they are busier than they’ve ever been,” says Elaine.

A couple of recent events have included a Melbourne Cup after-noon with sweepstakes, drinks and nibbles, and the very popular ‘Hair Razors’ Variety Show which had over 85 in attendance, including guests from outside the village.

The highly entertaining show had a little bit of everything – music, comedy, magic and sing-alongs. And some hilarious audience participation that saw village resident Gerard Breetvelt starring in the show as ‘Susan’ in the ‘Hair Razors’ ventriloquist act.

“The show was absolutely brilliant, thoroughly entertaining and all good humoured fun. The only problem is that everyone now calls me Susan!” says Gerard, who has been loving village life here for more than 3 years.

Many of these village events are driven by the residents’ themselves rather than village staff dictating what happens. So a big part of Elaine’s role is helping residents create the community they enjoy living in.

While there are a huge variety of activities to take part in, residents are still completely independent, meaning there is never any pressure to join in.

And on top of the ‘major’ village events there is a full schedule of daily activities for residents to take part in. “We have everything from exercise classes such as aquarobics and ‘Born Again Bodies’ low impact exercise, to mah-jong, line dancing, table tennis and bowls.

While the social side of village living is great fun for all involved, it also has some serious benefits. “When our residents stay active, they make more friends, they stay happier and they stay healthier too,’ says Elaine.

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Size is not everything when it comes to playing Bridge as the smallest club on the Hibiscus Coast proved recently, taking out the Auckland Challenge Cup.Stiff competition in the Northern Regional event came from four other clubs, representing North Shore, East Coast Bays, Orewa and Warkworth.President Ann Mullan says the team of 12 from the Hibiscus Coast Bridge

Club, which is based in Manly, were all experienced players and competed in the Open, Intermediate and Junior sections.They are delighted with the win, and hope it will bring a few more members into the club.The club is based at Edith Hopper Park in Manly and has regular meetings as well as offering lessons. Info: phone Ann Mullan, 428 1070.

Members of the winning Hibiscus Coast Bridge Club team, with president Ann Mullan at rear, holding the Auckland Challenge trophy.

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For the 2014-15 financial year, the local board set a total community funding budget of $106,866, which will be allocated in two or more funding rounds.This first round was under subscribed, with a total of $47,405 applied for out of a total available of $53,443. Some of the applications were declined or only part-funded, so the total allocated this funding round was $20,088. Those declined included Mainstreet Orewa (Destination Orewa Beach), which applied for around $3000 to purchase street flags – a sum that the Local Board suggested should come from BID income. Watersafe Auckland was also declined funding towards rental of Stanmore Bay Swim School and associated costs of its local programme.Peter Snell Youth Village received funding for purchase of a projector ($2115) but was asked to apply to the Environmental Fund for a wood chipper ($2605).

The second funding round opens next February. The following are the funding allocations to local organisations approved by the Local Board on November 19. Hibiscus & Bays Local Board discretionary community funding - Round 1YMCA, Shakespear Lodge, $4500For purchase of a spinal board, emergency response training and oxygen tanks and masks.Equestrian 4 Everyone, $2173Farrier and equine dentist costsHibiscus Coast Elderly People’s Lunch Club, $500, for new platesNorth Harbour Hockey Association, $1600, for purchase of equipment, turf hire, umpire’s and coaching workshops for the local Summer Small Sticks programme at Orewa CollegeNZ Sunday School Union (Peter Snell Village), $2115, for purchase of a projector.

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Last winter, in a Hibiscus & Bays Local Board project led by Conservation Volunteers, around 13,000 native plants were in the ground on a section of riverbank behind Atlas Concrete in Silverdale.Clair Hobi of Conservation Volunteers says that some of the plants have been chewed, and there is other evidence of the presence of possums.Dry weather over summer could also be fatal to some of the plants.With this in mind, Conservation Volunteers is running a series of working bees to ensure the survival of the plants.This includes a weeding/plant release and mulching day on December 6, and a predator control training day next February, on February 14.The predator control training will

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The former Placemakers site at 570-588 Whangaparaoa Road, which is now to be developed by Foodstuffs, was turned into a dumping ground in recent weeks with couches, broken televisions, clothing and bags of rubbish piling up. A Foodstuffs spokesperson says that now that the company is aware of the issue, they are dealing with it as part of demolition work. A contract has been awarded for demolition of all the buildings on the site, which should begin this week. This process will also include removal of the rubbish and making the site more secure. The planned development is anchored by a New World Supermarket and includes 13 retail outlets. A portion on the Brightside Rd and Holiday Rd side is earmarked for possible residential development. Foodstuffs anticipates that the supermarket development will be complete by the end of next year.


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Straker Translations chief executive Grant Straker says the trial of an introduction to computer programming that his company offered to Whangaparaoa Primary Year 4/5 children last month was a success for the students and for the school.He says programming is being made a core curriculum subject in UK primary schools, and is important given the growing importance of technology in the workplace.A total of 12 children, two teachers, the deputy principal and Principal Steve Collins spent the day at Straker Translations’ Albany office on

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The closure of a ramp and half pipe at the skate park in Orewa last week was a matter of public safety, according to the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board, but it is the timing of building a replacement facility that is of most interest to local skaters.

Bright orange waves have been lapping at Hibiscus Coast beaches in recent weeks, and patches of the coloured water can now be seen close to shore around the Coast.Auckland Council’s pollution inspectors believe that the colour is caused by a naturally occurring algal bloom. The most likely suspect is a zooplankton called Noctiluca scintillana, which glows at night.

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A significant portion of the Orewa skate park has been closed for safety reasons and will be removed.

Skate park closure highlights need for new facilityThe ramp was removed as soon as it was identified that there was a safety risk to users, and the half pipe fenced off pending its removal.A Council spokesperson says that no particular incidents indicated that the half pipe and ramp were unsafe, but that an issue with the substructure was the main concern, identified during routine maintenance.“It got to the point where it could no longer be maintained and the decision was made to close in the interest of public safety,” the spokesperson says. “The remaining parts of the park will remain and are safe to use.”The skate park, in Western Reserve, gets a lot of use – it is not uncommon for 20–40 people to use it at one time and the numbers are growing due to the popularity of Te Ara Tahuna, the Orewa Estuary walk and cycleway.This is far more pressure on the skate park than was envisaged when it was built, 17 years ago, as a temporary facility by a group of local skaters.

The process of designing and building a new and improved skate park on Western Reserve is underway, but according to local skaters, progress is slow.The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board put together a team that includes local skate enthusiasts to help with the design, and the Hibiscus Coast Youth Centre, adjacent to the skate park, is also on the steering group. Local Board Chair Julia Parfitt says the project team has held its first meeting and the initial design work is underway.The Local Board has also approved funding to renew the skate park, starting with replacement of the larger ramp.“While we understand that local skate boarders will be disappointed that the park has closed, we had to put public safety first,” Mrs Parfitt says. “It’s fortuitous that the local board has funding in hand to properly upgrade the park with durable materials and make it fit for purpose for future users.”Hibiscus Coast Youth Centre executive director

Suzanne Booth says speed is of the essence to the young people that use the skate park.“We have already told the young people that the park will be great when it is re-designed and while they are not happy about not having it for now, we have told them we will try to create a sense of urgency,” she says. “There is excitement about having a better skate park in future.”

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Holiday programmeTouch and sports holiday programme, Dec 8–12, Sharks Sports Club, Victor Eaves Park. Includes touch, cricket and soccer skills, fitness and fun. Info: Ph Moni 027 426 3451.

TennisSilverdale Tennis Club, Main Highway, Silverdale (next to Rugby Club), play dates: senior mixed club day on Sundays at 10.30am & Wed evenings 6.30pm. Info: [email protected] Midweek Club on Wed from 9.30am. Info: Adrienne [email protected] Sat morning juniors, 8.45am. Interclub spaces available. Contact Trish at [email protected]. Small, friendly club of mixed ages and abilities. New members very welcome. First session free.

SwimmingCoast Swim Club won 38 medals at the recent Auckland Junior Championships held at West Wave in Henderson, for U12-year-olds. Lewis Pangalila won 5 golds, 1 silver and 2 bronzes. Golds were also awarded to James Donovan and Jonathan Selman and the other medals were won by Bianca Van Zyl, Amy Bickers, Kailen Brackebush, Caitlin O’Reilly, Kate Rogers, Taryn Banks, Lachlan Reading, Emma Donovan and Sera Bickers. Many of these competitors are now preparing for the NZ Junior Nationals to be held in Wellington in February. Info: contact Brian Spencer on [email protected]

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Coast clubs shine at Omaha carnivalRed Beach narrowly beat Piha by one point to win the Northern Region Surf Life Saving interclub carnival held at Omaha on November 22. Orewa finished third. About 260 competitors from 12 clubs took part in the all-day competition that ranged from paddling and swimming to beach events. Pictured from top are, Red Beach’s Matt Thetford, winner of the U19 Ironman and Board Race, and the Red Beach U19 Women’s Canoe crew, which won their event.

Community gets behind galas Galas held last month by Red Beach and Stanmore Bay Schools rewarded the hard work of the committee members, staff, parents and other volunteers with fine weather and good turnouts. Red Beach principal Julie Hepburn says their gala, on November 16, had extra significance because it was the school’s 25th Jubilee. The gala was opened with foundation staff member Jill Logan and foundation Principal Denis Bridle opening the time capsule that was buried 25 years ago. Wind and rain the day before made the set up challenging, but the sun shone on the day and a total of around $30,000 was raised which will be put towards an upgrade of the senior school’s playground. Stanmore Bay Principal Carol Abley describes the gala, on November 23, as “a community fun filled day”. The numbers are still being crunched, but around $21,000 was raised for more shading around the school and portable seating for athletics days, swimming sports and other events. Carol says highlights included ‘games alley’, which included a horizontal bungy, and a talent quest.

First place for fitness studioA local fitness studio, InShape Studio, took out two awards in the recent New Zealand Fitness Awards, including Studio of the Year. Owner Helen Chisholm set up the studio in Karepiro Drive in 2008 and says the awards, presented on November 22, recognise the quality of the work done by her team of nine. As well as Studio of the Year, the studio won the Small Group Trainer Award. “We showcased our personalised small group training programme and our successful referral programmes with local doctors and health professionals,” she says. “It was an amazing moment to accept the award on behalf of my team and members who worked so hard to put our entry together.” The awards are run by the Exercise Association of New Zealand and judged by a panel of independent, international judges.

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HYPNOSIS for stress, phobias, easy Stop Smoking. Bill Parker NZAPH, 424 7610.SUMMER SPECIAL: HANDS & FEET Nails cut & filed, includes hand & foot massage. $30 each or 2 people for $50. I will come to you. Phone 424 0676.

CASH PAID Tools & Machinery, Shed & garage clearouts. All things considered. Call or txt 021 161 5139.TO BUY, RECORDS/LP’S Ph 428 1587.

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LOCAL MARkETS: Silverdale Markets, every Saturday 8am–1pm. Vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts and much more • Orewa Craft Market & Bazaar, Orewa Community Centre, Orewa Square. Held fortnightly. Info: Annamaria, ph 021 145 0640 • Orewa Farmers’ market, Orewa Square carpark. Sundays, 8am– 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 the month. Info: Phillippa, ph 422 0009 • Hobbs Wharf Market, Fairway Bay, Gulf Harbour, every Sunday from 10am–2pm.

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HATE IRONING? I can do it for you. Pick up/drop off avail. Ph Leanne 021 0272 8984.

DELIVERY PEOPLE URGENTLY NEEDED

to distribute Hibiscus Matters & flyers for all areas of Orewa & Stanmore Bay. Ph Julie Murray 021 333 233 or

em: [email protected] ANONYMOUS meet Fri 7.30pm, Orewa Community House (behind Estuary Arts Centre) Ph John 027 646 2995, 0800AA WORKS.A PIONEER CHRISTMAS The decorations are up! Come and see what yesterday’s Christmas decorations were like at the Pioneer Village in Silverdale and join in the festivities. Open daily from December 1–24, 10am–3pm. On Saturday, December 13 the Warkworth Brass Band will play between 1pm–2pm. And on Sunday, December 14 there will be a carol service in the historic chapel. Tea served at 6.30pm. Service 7pm–8pm. Devonshire Teas available at the weekend.

A RAY OF HOPE Ray White Real Estate has begun a campaign that will provide a bit of Christmas cheer to people staying at Ronald MacDonald House. Locally, you can drop a wrapped gift into the Ray White Manly office in Rawhiti Rd, Manly Village and pop it under their tree. They will be passed onto families who need a little extra light in their festive season.

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL WOMEN (BPW) Hibiscus Coast $2000 Tertiary Student Award – 2015. Open to a present or past female Rodney resident. Application Forms & Criteria available by either ph 09 426 0407 or email [email protected] Applications close Dec 31 2014.

CAROLS OLD & NEW, with selected readings of poetry or prose related to each group of music. including a suite of 6 carols by David Hamilton, “Angels, Shepherds & Wise Men All” (composed for South Auckland Choral Soc.). There will be some carols for audience participation.CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Service, Whangaparaoa Library each Mon & Tues, 9.30am to 12.30pm. Free confidential advice by trained volunteers.

HBC GRANDPARENTS PARENTING GRANDCHILDREN INC. meets first Wed each month, Red Beach Methodist Church Lounge, 11.30am. Ph 426 9136 for further information.

HIBISCUS COAST SENIOR MOMENTS social activities for seniors. We are looking for volunteers to help us setting up in the morning, help with running the program and volunteer drivers to transport our clients to and from our centre in Red Beach. Ph Monique 426 0056.

HIBISCUS COAST COMMUNITY PATROL - PATROLLERS WANTED Your patrol needs you to become extra eyes and ears for the Police. Patrollers will require a police check and full training will be given. Ph Margaret 021 250 9120 or Frank 09 426 3122.

HIBISCUS STITCHERS Feel like company? Join the free Hibiscus Stitchers Thurs 1pm, Whangaparaoa Library. Ph Jean 428 5207.

MOVIE NIGHT Transition Towns is holding a pizza and movie night at the

COMMUITY NOTICES home of Phil and Jennifer Grainger, 63C Field Lane, about 2km up Field Lane, on the Kaukapakapa side of Waitoki on December 11 at 7pm. The movie, The Man Who Stopped the Desert, is about an African peasant farmer who did what professionals could not – stopped the encroaching desert. All welcome. We will still be sharing seedlings, seeds and food before the movie.

OREWA LADIES GARDEN CLUB monthly meeting. 2nd Thurs of the month guest speaker and/or garden visits. Trading table, afternoon tea. 12.30pm, Orewa Catholic Church Hall, Centreway Rd. Ph Ann 427 8377.

OREWA SOUTH INDOOR BOWLS CLUB 214 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa. Monday nights 7.15pm. Come and enjoy a game. Info ph 426 3094.

OREWA LIONS COLLECT OLD - CAR OR BOAT BATTERIES. Redundant car, boat, or any batteries no longer needed, we will pick them up for you, and all monies raised from the sale will go to the Lions Child Mobility Foundation. Give us a call for pick up, Mandy 426 0586 or Laurie 426 3122.

PIONEER DANCE CLUB CHRISTMAS PARTY, December 14, Silverdale Hall, Silverdale Street, 5pm start. Exciting floor shows, spot prizes, raffles. All welcome. Info ph 427 5542.

RED BEACH LADIES PROBUS 2nd Wed of month, 10am. Red Beach Methodist Church. Friendship, fun, fellowship, outings. All welcome. Ph Gloria 426 8098.

SING ME UP HIBISCUS If you can talk….you can sing. Community singing is fabulous. Come and try it. Tues 7pm, Thurs 9.30am–10.30am, Sea Scout Hall, North end Orewa Beach, Arundel Reserve. Brigid [email protected]

TOASTMASTERS SILVERDALE /OREWA Fortnightly meetings held 7.30pm–9.30pm Wed, Orewa Masonic Hall, 103 Centreway Rd, Orewa. All visitors welcome. Ph 021 129 3568 or www.orewa.toastmastersclubs.org

WOULD LOOk GOOD IN A kILT? Join our band in Silverdale to learn bag pipes or drums. Beginners and experienced people from age 10 years are welcome. Annual fee $70 includes FREE tuition. Ph Gayle 424 1893 or Bob 09 424 1838.

WHANGAPARAOA LIONS CLUB, (2nd & 4th Tues) Stanmore Bay Community Hall. 7pm, ph 424 3165; 428 5608.

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childcare careers Call Amanda now for free info! 424 3055 nannyacademy.ac.nz

SENIORNET FOR SENIORS Computer courses & workshops available. Phone 426 1509. Mon–Thurs 9am–3pm, Fri 9am–12pm www.seniornet-hbc.org.nz

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6 Carols on the Canal, Gulf Harbour Rotunda, from 5.30pm–around 8pm. Christmas music to sing along with, and Santa arrives courtesy of Coastguard. Bring a picnic or buy food and drinks from local food stalls, restaurants, bars and shops. All welcome. (see story p23)

6 Creative Dance group presents Brave, Centrestage Theatre, Centreway Rd, Orewa, 3pm and 7pm. A colourful and energetic showcase of the year’s work, with songs and performances to delight all ages.

6 WKA Kickboxing and K1 Fight Night, Orewa Arts and Events Centre, 76 Riverside Road, Orewa, doors open 5pm, first fight 6pm. Info: ph Dave, 021 214 7204.

6 & 7 Hibiscus Coast Singers Christmas Concert, Christmas in Song and Story, St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Stanmore Bay Road, Stanmore Bay. Saturday, 7.30pm and Sunday, 2.30pm. Tickets: $20 adult, under-12 free, available from Orewa Menswear, choir members or phone 424 5711. (see story p23)

8 Dec–Jan 18, Auckland Libraries Summer Reading Programme. Keep up your reading during the holidays, meet friends, and try new challenges. Dare to Explore is a free programme for children aged 5 to 13. Sign up at Orewa Library or Whangaparaoa Library, or online at www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz

13 Santa and friends arrive at The Plaza, Whangaparaoa, 11am. Join Santa, Charlie the Elf and Trixie the Fairy at The Plaza for magic shows, balloons, face painting, photos with Santa and more.

13 Oceania Summer Festival, Orewa Arts and Events Centre, 76 Riverside Road, Orewa, 7pm–10.30pm, R15. Firedancing, The Tatau Boys, Hawaiian Hula and more, Pacfic Entertainment. Tickets ph 0800 289 849.

19 Twilight On the Coast market, The Plaza, Whangaparaoa (town square, opposite the library), 4pm–9pm. Craft and food market, with entertainment for the young ones. Santa will be there! Info, or to book a stall, phone Rebecca, 021 240 7170.

28 The Great Manly Art Show, 77 The Esplanade, Manly, 10.30am onwards Work for sale by local artists, small classic boat and car display. Music in the morning. Free entry. Info: ph Lesley Gager, 424 0398.

16 Twilight On the Coast market, The Plaza, Whangaparaoa (town square, opposite the library), 4pm–9pm. Browse the craft and food market at twilight. Entertainment for the children. Info, or to book a stall, phone Rebecca, 021 240 7170.

17 The Big Dig, Orewa Beach and Reserve. Dig for prizes at Orewa Beach, entertainment for the children. (Info: see ad p8)

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The inaugural Whangaparaoa Triathlon, held on November 20, was described as “a very steep learning curve” by organiser Steven Brindle, while some volunteers and parents used stronger terms, including the word “shambolic”.

Clockwise from top, The Year 6 100m swim in the chilly sea at Manly. .John Andrews, left, and Tommy Stevenson of Orewa Primary came in first in Year 6. The first Year 6 girl home, Darcey Leighton of Whangaparaoa Primary.

First triathlon a learning curve

There were a number of teething problems with the event, which was held on Manly Beach and in Manly Park and while the vast majority of around 140 children, from Year 4–8 who took part seemed to be enjoying the swimming, cycling and running, Steven says he received several complaints from parents.“Anything that could go wrong, went wrong on the day,” he says. “It was clear that I need to improve the planning side of it, we had a few issues with the traffic management company, and a shortage of volunteers didn’t help.”Even the stop watch that was used at the finish line packed up, so the order that children finished in was taken down, but not their times.Steven says he apologised profusely to parents whose children were racing hard, but were eventually not placed because of confusion about the cycle or run course. “The kids were busting a gut and had obviously trained hard for the event. I understand their disappointment, and am very, very sorry that it happened that way.”He says those issues have not put him off holding the event next year. “I can see the things I need to change and I’ve had a lot of useful feedback from marshals and parents. I want to build on the numbers and will work with Council to make improvements to the bike and run courses. Unfortunately I was restricted in how those courses were laid out by what Council would permit me to do.”He says if numbers are up next year he also hopes to be able to afford to provide transponders for each

competitor, to wear, which would reduce the need for marshals on the course.Things that worked well were the location and weather, with the swim leg of 100m for Year 4–6 and 200m for Year 7 and 8 taking place close to shore at Manly Beach. The children then ran up the beach and across to Manly Park for the cycle and run. The younger ones did a 3.5km bike ride and 1km run and the Year 7 and 8s doubled those distances. Some competed as individuals, while others were in teams of two or three. A total of 18 schools

were represented, most from the Hibiscus Coast and trophies and medals were awarded. Marshals included Olympian Barbara Kendall and Constable Bernie Watt of Orewa Police.“It can and will be done better next year,” Steven says. “I’ve had great support from Red Beach Surf Club, the schools, sponsors and many parents. It’s something to build on.”Info and results: www.sportsground.co.nz/bsgevents More photos, www.localmatters.co.nz

The run and cycle legs caused issues for competitors, but were enjoyed by many participants.

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