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The Hibiscus & Bays Local Board is ploughing ahead with plans for work on Orewa Beach, while awaiting confirmation that the governing body will fund it.

What next for Orewa Beach Reserve? What happens here depends on whether residents prefer more dry sand at high tide, or grassed reserve and trees. Inset, this area, near Kohu Street, is Council’s number one priority.

Compromises called for in Orewa Beach erosion protection plansCouncil is finalising its 10-year budget (or Long Term Plan) and Local Board chair Julia Parfitt says she is confident that Orewa Beach erosion work will

be a priority although it was left out of the draft budget. “We made a presentation to Council last week and it was pretty graphic,” she says. “Many

councillors were shocked at the state that the beach is in.” It’s the biggest project by far on the

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local board’s books, with $9 million needed over 10 years. No funding was included in the draft 10-year budget, and that omission drew the most submissions from residents, along with Penlink, to the Long Term Plan.Council staff working on the project, which includes those from parks and coastal services, say that the beach’s defences have been built ‘ad hoc’ and with less knowledge about coastal processes than is available today.The current approach is to divide the 2.6km long beach into 15 zones.Local and sports parks north manager, Martin van Jaarsveld says each zone requires its own solution. “That may be restoring natural processes where we can, and other responses, such as seawalls, may be appropriate in other areas,” he says.The money is in the kitty for design and the resource consent process for work to the north of the beach, between Kohu Street and Marine View. This area was severely damaged in a storm in 2013, threatening infrastructure such as the walkway. Council erected a ‘temporary’ rock wall that has been in place ever since.Although this part of the beach is Council’s number one priority, because of the need to protect infrastructure, staff concede that residents are more concerned about the area in front of Orewa Reserve, because it’s a focus for recreation and many consider it looks rough with poor beach access.Currently it is managed via transfer of sand from the southern end of the beach – this costs $50–$80,000 per year and is unpopular with many residents. The sand that is shifted provides “a sacrificial buffer” and is continually washed away and replaced.Mr van Jaarsveld says whatever other work is done in front of Orewa Reserve, sand transfer may continue. “There may always be the need for sand replenishment, even if you build the biggest seawall in the world,” he says. “But we are looking at ways to make that process more efficient.”

Detailed plans for this part of the beach are under wraps while the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board discusses which to release for public consultation. However, Council staff indicated at a press briefing last month that two approaches are being considered – ‘managed retreat’ or building a seawall. All designs allow for predicted sea level rise.‘Managed retreat’ replaces hard engineering with softer forms of protection such as sand dunes. At a recent meeting between local board members and Council staff at the site, the need to fell large Norfolk pines along the beachfront, in order to bring the dunes back into the reserve, was discussed. The trees are estimated to be 60–80 years old and local historians say that they were planted by Sir Edmund Hillary’s father, Percival Hillary, who was a member of the Orewa Beach Beautification Society.Although it reduces the size of the grassed reserve, creating a dune system is cheaper than building a wall and results in a larger area of dry beach at high tide. Senior parks and coastal planning engineer Ian Murray says that the Resource Management Act is more tolerant of this approach than building an armoured wall.However, these choices will be put before the public, and compromise will be called for.“How much dry, high tide beach do people want?” asks Mr Murray, “Or do they prefer reserve space, trees and swings? If you want a developed facility on the reserve, you might have to forgo a more pleasant beach environment. A wall requires a far more robust consent process and there would have to be a unanimous call from the public for that.”The designs that go out for consultation, expected to be in the next few months, will be viable, costed and include information about the implications for ongoing sand replenishment.Comment on this story at www.localmatters.co.nz or write to our letters page, address p2.

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“An enormous relief,” is how residents of Orewa’s Nautilus describe the long awaited decision on their $30 million plus defective building claim, although Auckland Council may appeal.

The goal of ridding Whangaparaoa Peninsula of wild predators is now almost within the grasp of Hibiscus Coast Forest & Bird.Last month the organisation received a funding windfall from Auckland Council that members say will enable them to create a barricade of traps and bait stations, making it difficult for rats, stoats and possums to get down the peninsula. Pest Free Peninsula project manager Pauline Smith says because the project is taking place in an urban area, it is a prototype for the Predator Free NZ movement, and is being watched closely by other conservation groups.It has received solid support from Council, and the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board.She says that the funding of around $13,000 will be used for predator control on private land, including golf courses.The focus will be on creating four

“choke points” across the peninsula. Each of these will be managed by volunteers and, with the extension of the project, more volunteers are needed.The work involves everything from letting residents know about predator controls in their neighbourhood via mailbox drops to administration and management of the process and placing and managing trapping lines.Pauline stresses that the community will be consulted every step of the way and that there is a lot of work to be done before any new traps or bait stations are laid.“Council owned reserves are quite straightforward, but careful management is required where private properties are involved,” she says. “So far we’ve had great support in areas where we’ve put pest control in place.”As well as distributing letters to residents in the vicinity of the choke points, Pauline says that a public meeting will be held in June to allay

people’s concerns. This will cover the overall plan, the materials used, the areas where controls are needed and how everything is managed.In the meantime, she says to take the project to the next level will require more volunteers and she is hoping some will step forward at the organisation’s annual meeting on May 12 at St Andrew’s Church hall, 107 Centreway Rd, Orewa, 7pm–9.30pm.This meeting also includes a talk about Predator Free NZ from Forest & Bird Campaign & Advocacy Manager, Kevin Hackwell and all are welcome.The Predator Free Peninsula was first considered in 2006 when the Northwest Wildlink concept was introduced by Auckland Regional Council and Forest & Bird. This demonstrated that a wildlife corridor was needed to give birds stop off points between Tiritiri Matangi and Ark in the Park in the Waitakere Ranges. The first line of traps and bait stations was

Worry not over for Nautilus residentsResidents and the body corporate of The Nautilus waited six months for the decision of Justice Murray Gilbert, which was handed down last week. Bringing the case to court against the former Rodney District Council (now Auckland Council), Brookfield Multiplex Construction and Walker Architects has been ongoing since structural issues were first identified, shortly after the building opened in 2004 and has caused a lot of stress for those who own apartments.With the defendant companies in liquidation, it left only their insurers and Council to face the music.The total awarded of more than $25 million is the largest payout for a leaky home claim in NZ but still falls short of the more than $30 million claimed by the plaintiffs.Body corporate chair and Nautilus apartment owner Trevor Corin says

residents are more than happy with the decision, which he says should cover the extensive repairs needed to the building “on present estimates”.“Hopefully no residents will have to pay anything towards the building work,” he says.He says that the sum claimed for consequential losses – the costs that residents will be faced with as a result of repairs, such as the need to find temporary accommodation – as well as personal grievance claims, are still being worked out. Costs of around $1 million are also yet to be decided.The plaintiffs claimed that the buildings many structural issues, affecting the cladding, podium, decks, skylights, and The Plant Room, stemmed largely from incompetence on the part of Rodney District Council, which issued building consents and code of compliance certificates for the Nautilus. The judge

agreed, placing the lion’s share of the costs on Council, including all the costs associated with the cladding defects.Prendos’ plan to fix the building was presented in court and it will take around six months to get building consent for that work to begin.Mr Corin says the plan is to divide the building into four sections, or perhaps work from the top down, floor by floor. He says once reclad in aluminium, with an air gap behind, the building will essentially look the same.Mr Corin says he bought his Nautilus apartment so that he could retire to Orewa and currently stays there during regular visits.“We can’t wait to retire there once the building is fixed,” he says.However, with Council still deciding whether to appeal the judgment, this may not be the end of the road.

A Council spokesperson says that its legal team has reservations about aspects of the judgment and is taking time to consider whether an appeal is appropriate.“As the court did not find the council liable in respect of all of the allegations made and also deducted sums from the amounts claimed for the cost of repairs and made findings of contributory negligence, it is too early to say with certainty what the final judgment sum will be. The solicitors for the owners and the council have agreed that they will work towards identifying that sum as soon as possible.”

All the trappings of a predator-free peninsula – Pauline Smith and Philip Wrigley of Hibiscus Coast Forest & Bird with traps that can now be used to form a barrier.

Funding removes barriers to peninsula pest control plans

completed at Karaka Cove in January last year. Since then, more than 84ha of the peninsula has been put under pest control.


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Recipe for Dame AlisonThank you Dame Alison for all your practical recipes and advice that I have used with my family for many years. We wish you a safe retirement without vexation. I include a brief “recipe” for your retirement. Hibiscus Pie of Contentment: to be made slowly over many years! Crust: Take an amount of beach sand (washed by the sparkling ocean and best appreciated at low tide), mixed with the footprints of children and dogs. Filling: Take the love of your family and stir in the sincere appreciation of thousands of NZ cooks. Combine with your acceptance of the situation and pour onto the piecrust. This pie mellows with time and the taste of contentment is sublime!Joan Eriksson and the Lamont Family, Dunedin

Reality not so glowingI note that Mayor Brown, with a mixture of rose tinted spectacles and Neroesque fiddling, paints a glowing picture of the Have Your Say event in Orewa (HM April 15). In fact all is not well in Orewa. I spend hours each week trying to get mundane things done and it’s like extracting hen’s teeth. At a recent meeting with the Council CEO Stephen Town, 10 local people painted a very grim picture of how they are adversely affected by the Council’s woeful performance.

Although the Mayor attaches a great deal of importance to the submissions of 27,000 people, I reckon from a population of about 1.4 million such a response is meaningless. Regardless, the Council will pay little attention to it. We spent years evolving a Long Term Council Community Plan for Orewa – a ‘transition town’ to be. And what came of it? Nothing.John Clements, Orewa (abridged)

Timings questionedInterested to see Millwater Central promoting itself in Herald Homes as “just 20 minutes north of the city”. Would like to know which mode of transport they are using to make this journey in such quick smart time. I live in Orewa north and I consider it a good day if I can get into the city in 40 minutes! Of course that’s not in rush hour. Or maybe they’re talking about the North Shore? It’s a good 20 minutes to there, on a good day.Ashley Walters, OrewaMarketing Manager, Millwater Central Terraces, Warren Frogley, replies: We test the trip often, but did so once again following this comment. The Millwater SUV left for a meeting recently from the furthermost Millwater departure point at Arran Drive at 12.37pm and arrived at the Fanshawe St lights at 12.57pm, travelling at the speed limit in flow with general traffic. Twenty minutes is obviously best case scenario thanks

Keep off the grassA problem has been created down at the Hammerhead just like at the Albany Park and Ride and the Silverdale Park and Ride by the underestimating of what parking requirements might be needed. Now the same is happened at the Hammerhead Reserve with the building of the wharf and the increase in ferry services. No consideration was given to the need for parking and the patrons’ needs. There used to be signs saying ‘keep off the grass’, long lost with the building of the wharf. Boats now use the campervan park as they have only a few trailer parking spaces. Where they used to park boat trailers on the grass has had to be fenced, as I believe the area to be covenanted for public enjoyment. The Hammerhead has approximately 60 campervan parking spaces. The campervans need to know that the bylaw says that they are only allowed two nights’ stay in any 30 days and they must be certified self-contained vehicles. I have seen a blatant flaunting in a various forms as well as an increase in noise level. The Hammerhead Reserve parking is for overnight stays not camping. The grassed area is not for parking, it is for the enjoyment of all – also note this is a Westpac Landing Area and an area for public displays and events. At the moment it looks a mess and I have spoken to Parks and Bylaw Enforcement and also written to the Local Board to stress my concerns at the loss of a public amenity and the lack of control imposed on the few people that abuse it.Jose King, Matakatia (abridged)

to convenient access to SH1, however this time will only improve once the Wainui interchange is opened, which will greatly improve motorway access during rush hour traffic. We are very happy to announce that there will be an opening ceremony for the interchange on May 13, after which the road will be open for use. (abridged)

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This tree in Arkles Bay has been fatal for birds, including the wax eye pictured and a sparrow. It has recently been felled.

A ‘bird catcher’ tree was removed from the owner’s Arkles Bay garden last month, as its bird-killing ways were not appreciated by neighbours.Trees are normally considered beneficial for bird life but the native parapara (Pisonia brunoniana) is an exception. The seedpods are encased in a sticky coating which glue themselves to the feathers of birds. Over the years, bird lovers have called for it to be banned from sale at garden centres and from backyards.Arkles Bay resident John Wilcox planted a parapara tree in his garden

around four years ago. He says he regularly inspects it, knowing of its reputation, and has not seen birds caught before.Last month, however, while he was absent, a sparrow was rescued by local children from the tree. It was cared for by a neighbour but subsequently died.When John heard this, he immediately agreed to fell the tree.“It’s a lovely tree, and the flowers are great, but I certainly don’t want it if it’s killing birds,” he said.If you have this plant in your garden,

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Rats wearing radio transmitters, with orange fur or whiskers that glow – it sounds like a crazy science experiment and is part of research taking place in and around Shakespear Regional Park.

Innovative rat research at Shakespear Regional ParkThe purpose of the project is to understand how rats use the mudflats/intertidal zone at Okoromai Bay – suspected to be one way that they are getting around the pest proof fence and into the Open Sanctuary.It involves the use of radio tracking devices and non-toxic pellets containing the dye Rhodamine B.University of Auckland researchers have been commissioned by Open Sanctuaries senior ranger Matt Maitland to undertake the work.Since pest eradication began at the park, in 2011, 10 ship rats and 28 Norway rats have been captured within the fence – 25 of the Norway rats were found in March to August

2013 and most were in the wetland area close to the campground.Matt says once this incursion was identified, action was taken and in the 20 months since, rat incursions have been rare.“The 2013 Norway rat population aside, the level of rat incursion, at a rate of around half a dozen per year, fits with our expected levels,” Matt says.Possible points where rats could get into the sanctuary include transport with park visitors or supplies, travel around the coastal ends of the fence or coming ashore from watercraft.“We need to describe and quantify the pathways that rats are using and there’s

not much information on the mudflats,” Matt says. “There is a gap in scientific understanding of the coastal ecology of Norway rats, particularly foraging and ranging behaviour. So as well as helping the sanctuary defend itself against rats, this work can contribute to international knowledge of rodent behaviour in intertidal environments.”Researchers will trap rats in Okoromai Clansman Reserve and within the regional park, fit them with radio collars and release them. The other method to be used is the delivery of Rhodamine B in pellets. Matt says that this non-toxic dye initially turns the animal’s fur orange, helping identify where it has come from if it is later trapped within the sanctuary. The

dye fades in time, but leaves a semi-permanent marker in the whiskers that glows under UV light.The areas to be baited outside the park are Okoromai Clansman Reserve, which is adjacent to residential homes, and an unnamed reserve that links Clansman Reserve to the park. He says the bait, which will be in protected bait stations, poses no risk to domestic animals.At a workshop in March, the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board gave its support in principle to the project, subject to notification of neighbours of the regional park. The study is expected to commence this month.

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Allegations of bribery worth more than $1 million involving previous employees of Auckland Transport (AT) and Rodney District Council were heard in the North Shore District Court on April 28.

Retaining an alcohol ban that was put in place in Arkles Bay in late 2006 will require providing hard evidence, as the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board reviews all alcohol bans in the region.As a result of central Government legislative changes, all Auckland’s local boards are required to review current alcohol bans by October 31.At present there are around 12 alcohol ban areas on the Hibiscus Coast, most put in place by the former Rodney District Council and one following amalgamation, in Silverdale Village.The new legislation emphasises the need to prove that a ban was needed in the first place. Unless the local board has that proof, and makes a decision to retain a ban, it will lapse at October 31. Therefore the local board is undertaking a fact-finding mission, liaising with Police and the community to ensure there is sufficient evidence to retain existing bans after October 31.After October 31, local boards will have the power to grant extensions to existing bans or put new bans in place, provided there is sufficient evidence of an alcohol-related issue. The bylaw also allows bans to be extended to

privately owned/ commercial property.According to Hibiscus & Bays Local Board deputy chair Greg Sayers, there are good records held by the former Rodney District Council and Police as to why bans were put in place on the Hibiscus Coast, with the exception of Arkles Bay and a small section of Red Beach, at the eastern end.“There was a lot of negative activity, including vandalism, car burning and fights prior to the ban at Arkles Bay being put in place,” Mr Sayers says. “However the former Council and the Police didn’t appear to keep records about that.”Mr Sayers distributed a flyer around Arkles Bay last month asking people for testimony and photos that can be used to back up the need to retain the ban.He says so far the response has been good, but more is needed.“Locals have rallied and supplied photos of bottles left on the beach, tagging and broken branches on trees.”Information and images can be emailed to [email protected]

Council employees charged

Stephen James Borlase, 50, Barrie Kenneth James George, 68, and one other who was granted name suppression are facing Crimes Act charges of corruption and bribery of an official.The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) is alleging that Mr George and an associate, while in various engineering and management roles either at AT or Rodney District Council, received undisclosed payments or gratuities from Projenz director Mr Borlase. Projenz was a supplier to AT and Rodney.The gratuities often came in the form of cash, travel, accommodation and entertainment.The SFO alleges a culture was created within the road maintenance division where the acceptance of gratuities was part and parcel of the working environment.The alleged offending is said to have taken place between 2005 and 2013.The defendants have been remanded on bail until May 18.Councillor (and former Rodney

District Councillor) John Watson, says there will be a lot of people in the Hibiscus Coast and Rodney communities who will follow this trial with interest.“Given the nature of the charges and the specific allegations made, there will also be considerable interest in seeing how far into the Rodney District Council organisational structure this investigation actually extended,” he says.Projenz was set-up in 1997 by Mr Borlase. The company provided engineering services and had supply contracts with Rodney until the council was de-established in October 2010. It then had contracts with Auckland Transport in relation to the maintenance and renewal of the roading network in the region.Mr George was employed as an engineer at Rodney from 1974 and then as a senior manager at Rodney District Council and Auckland Transport where he was responsible for leading the delivery of maintenance and renewal works until 2013.

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Cornerstone principlesSchools are the cornerstones of communities. They unite people through a shared sense of community, and responsibility for our future generations.Evidence shows quality of teaching and school leadership are the two most important in-school factors in a child’s education, and family involvement and community expectations are the two biggest out-of-school factors.That’s why we’re investing in communities of schools – to share teaching practices and expertise across schools, keep the best teachers in the classrooms, and support strong leadership in our schools.Our Rodney and Hibiscus Coast Principals have lead the way on collaboration, and already have a strong collaborative network in place.Children in Rodney and on the Coast will be benefiting from shared teaching practices and expertise, with schools working alongside each other on shared goals.We are working hard to ensure all kids have the opportunity to engage in learning that meets their needs. We want to make sure they’re getting the best education they can.This wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated teaching profession, our Principals, Boards of Trustees, and the parents across the region who make sure their kids get to classes and support their learning at home.A heavy focus of mine has been to continue to have investment into our local schools, with major investment being made across our schooling network. The population of this region is growing all the time, so it’s important that local schools have the capacity to meet this.This term I restate my commitment to working with local Board of Trustees, Principals, teachers, and communities to ensure that we are getting the investment we need to meet the growth and needs of our community.Ensuring every child in this community gets a good education is one of the most important things we can do for them to set them up for the best start in life.

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Ron Davidson’s bid to have his design chosen as the new NZ flag (HM February 18) has been given a boost with solid support from Rodney MP Mark Mitchell. The Stanmore Bay resident’s design was also one of two that featured in an article in a Wellington newspaper last month. Mark Mitchell met Ron in March and took a copy of the flag design back to Wellington to share amongst his parliamentary colleagues. He will also accompany Ron when he presents the design to the NZ Flag Consideration Panel. The panel was set up in February and includes people from the commercial and marketing world, the former chief of the NZ Defence Force Lt Gen Rhys Jones, former All Black captain, coach and administrator Sir Brian Lochore, academic and flag historian Malcolm Mulholland and writer and reviewer Kate de Goldi. The public engagement process begins this month and as yet there is no definite date regarding design submissions.

Student rewardedEach year the Business & Professional Women’s Club Hibiscus Coast (BPW) grants $2000 to a Tertiary Student who is, or has been, a Rodney resident. The annual Tertiary Student Award Dinner & Presentation was held on April 17. Guest speaker was Sally Smith, who is passionate about reducing suicide and depression and supports the Mental Health Foundation in their work through an organisation called Ride out of the Blue. The award winner was Loran Reid who is studying towards a BA in Educational Psychology at Massey University in Albany. To find out more about BPW, ph Jenny,426 0406 or [email protected]

Prize winning paintersStanmore Bay School was recently named one of just five winners in the Keep NZ Beautiful Wall Worthy competition. Students Philippa Varley, Jade Milne, Bailey-Brooke McKenzie and Rosie Monckton, entered the competition and their prize includes $750 of Resene vouchers and a Panasonic TV and digital camera for the school. They will paint a wall on the top court during terms two and three.


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Anzac Day was commemorated in appropriate fashion at Whangaparaoa Railway with the unveiling of a working model of a train that played a crucial role in the war effort.It took Stanmore Bay retired electrician Peter Phelan five years to make the quarter-size scale model Baldwin 590 engine.The 80-year-old’s interest in steam trains includes time spent as a train spotter (or “grizzer”) in the UK in the early 1960s and volunteering as a driver, taking tourists for rides on the Welsh Highland Railway from 1989–2006.Around 490 of the narrow gauge engines were made by Baldwin Locomotive Works in America for the British War Office in 1916.The narrow gauge made it faster for the army to lay track to get the trains where they needed to go. The trains transported troops, armaments and supplies from the French coast to the front line.After the war, the engines were dispersed to private railways and quarries around Britain. Many, including number 590, were eventually cut up for scrap to make armaments for World War II. Only two of the trains remain, and Peter

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Peter Phelan, with the working model he made of the Baldwin 590.

says his working model is the only one in existence.Peter obtained scale drawings of 590 from his friend Gerry Clarke in Wales and made the engine from scratch including crafting the two water tanks from old copper hot water cylinders. Diesel fitter Steve Day helped put the boiler together – it will be fired up for the first time soon at Peter’s place.The engine was unveiled at Whangaparaoa Railway on April 26, but will eventually be kept at a private railway. Anyone who would like to see it is welcome to contact Peter by email, [email protected]

Attending the dawn service at Anzac Cove, followed by the NZ Service at Chunuk Bair was an emotional experience for Ron Davidson of Stanmore Bay.

Walking in the footsteps of those who servedRon’s grandfather, Francis Ward, and great uncles, Charles and Roy Caterer, all served at Gallipoli and he and his wife Trish said they considered themselves very fortunate to obtain passes to the centennial commemorations to show their respects.Regimental Quartermaster Sergeant Francis William Ward served on the Hospital Ship Marama, collecting the sick and wounded from Gallipoli for further care in England. Francis was discharged in January 1919 and later went on to become the Chief Commissioner for St John in NZ.Quartermaster Sergeant Charles Frederick Caterer served at Gallipoli and was wounded in the face and shoulder at Chunuk Bair. He recovered first in Malta and Wales then returned to NZ, serving the rest of his wartime on various troop ships. Charles was discharged in March 1919, but died in 1922 as a result of haemorrhaging from old war wounds.His brother, Second Lieutenant

Roydan Frederick Caterer, also served at Gallipoli and then in Western Europe, where he was severely wounded in 1917 and sent to the UK to recuperate. Roy was discharged in June 1919 and went on to have a long and prosperous life as a farmer.Editor’s note: Ron’s design for the NZ flag is also attracting a lot of attention. See story p7

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It’s not often, especially at the busy, excited start of term, that an entire school falls silent.

School stops for serviceHowever, that’s what happened at Whangaparaoa School on April 20 when a minute’s silence was called for during a Gallipoli commemoration service.At the outdoor ceremony, 30 children (one from each class) laid a cross each on the school field – the crosses were supplied to all schools by the Fields of Remembrance Trust and Ministry of Education and each bears the name of a soldier who died in World War I – as well as one for the Unknown Soldier.The name of each soldier was read out as the crosses were put in the ground, where they remained for a week.Many of the children were puzzled by who the unknown soldier could have been – “it could have been my grandfather,” one child said. “Or my great uncle – he died in the war,” said another.The students also decorated their hall and pool fence with poppies.To mark the Gallipoli centenary, the school also turned back the clock on April 22, recreating how school may have been 100 years ago. As well as dressing in period costume and bringing lunches free of plastic and processed food, classrooms featured blackboards and lessons such as cursive handwriting.At breaks, the children played hopscotch, elastics and hula hooping.Teacher Linda O’Brian, who was one of the organisers of the centenary events, said pupils and teachers enjoyed the day and appreciated the effort that parents put in.“I even whacked a strap on their desks as an idea of what punishment was like back then,” she says. “Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it.”On April 24, some war veterans from the RSA attended assembly to speak to the children about their experiences.

When Stuart Craw played the Last Post at Whangaparaoa School on April 20, it was a proud moment for the Manly musician. This is the 50th year that he has been involved with Anzac Day commemorations – his first was at the age of 11 when he lived in Christchurch. He first played The Last Post at the age of 15. Stuart was in the NZ Army Band and, after moving to the Hibiscus Coast in 1989, played with the Royal NZ Artillery Band and the Royal Airforce Band. Recently retired, he still plays with the Kumeu Vintage Brass Band.

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The site was earmarked for development by the former Rodney District Council, which zoned it Residential High Intensity, and this process was moved forward last year by CCO Auckland Council Property (ACPL), despite objections from neighbouring residents and councillors.The latest plan has resulted from further investigations into physical aspects of the site since consultation with local residents took place.It shows an increase from 56 to 57 dwellings and changes to the reserve area. The part of the site which includes space for a Family Centre has been reduced from 2834m2 to 1774m2 and a further “drainage reserve” has been placed alongside. The total area of the two reserves is around 3000m2.Overall, ACPL’s vision for the site is to deliver a minimum of 50 houses that meet best urban practise in terms of quality and design as well as the new, landscaped reserve incorporating a wetland feature and earthworks to improve drainage on the Family Centre site.Project Manager Adam Sadgrove says that the revised concept plan will achieve a number of positive outcomes for the community. “Amongst these will be a new, landscaped reserve in order of 3000m2 incorporating a playground and wetland feature to catch and absorb stormwater and provide better drainage for the land around the site,” he says.“This is still very much a concept plan and we’re still some way away from engaging a third party to build on the land. In the meantime ACPL will

continue to work with the community to ensure public feedback received to date on matters like parking and view shafts will be addressed as part of future development plans.”Although ACPL says neighbours will be kept informed as plans progress, resident Denis King, who was among 112 people who made submissions against the development, says he has not yet heard anything from them.ACPL is hoping to partner with a developer on this project, and obtaining Special Housing Area status has been mooted. Group housing companies are showing an interest. The land has a capital value of $2.2 million.Cr John Watson is not impressed by the latest plan.“This proposal has no value to the community – it doesn’t take account of the shortage of reserve space in this area or the views of surrounding residents,” Cr Watson says. “It seeks to introduce yet more intensive housing in addition to the terraced development already constructed on Link Crescent, all of which will combine to produce congestion at the intersection with Whangaparaoa Road.”“Finally, it removes the only possible site for a future park and ride facility close to the town centre on land that council already owns. In this sense the proposal reflects Council’s obsession with cramming intensive housing on to every spare scrap of land, at the same time as it sells off open space with no regard for future needs.”

The latest concept plan for the land at 20 Link Crescent, Whangaparaoa, is linked to this story at www.localmatters.co.nz

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Planted berms like these are under threat, with new guidelines issued by Auckland Transport.

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The berm is not only the strip between footpath and road, but also the one directly outside a property that has utility companies’ equipment underneath it and it is for this reason that Auckland Transport (AT) began reviewing its policy on berm planting last year (in February, 2014). The CCO’s existing policy is that planting is not permitted, as it may create safety hazards, cause damage to underground services such as sewage, water and power, and increase ongoing road corridor maintenance if homeowners do not maintain the plantings.After a review that has taken 14 months, the AT executive recently approved a new statement of Proposed Berm Planting Practice, which includes a suggested role for local boards. Local boards will be informed at workshops this month about the details of what is proposed, but basically they are being asked whether they wish to allow berm planting at all in their area and whether specific berm planting proposals meet their local ‘place-making’ criteria. The proposals also allow local boards to “galvanise local action” where berm plantings do not comply with the new criteria.Berms were often planted by Hibiscus Coast residents as the former Rodney District Council did not mow or maintain the area, and allowed the

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A document that provides a blueprint to “shape the future of Silverdale” will be put before local businesses, community groups and landowners for comment starting this month.

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The Silverdale Centre Plan, currently in draft form, was presented to the Hibiscus & Bays Local board by Warren McLennan and Peter Vari from Council’s planning department last month.It covers Silverdale Village, retail areas towards Millwater Parkway (including the Silverdale Centre) the land occupied by Pak ‘n’ Save and Bunnings, Silverdale Memorial Park, the Park ‘n’ Ride, entertainment zone with Snowplanet and the luge site and the industrial zone.Among its objectives are: to improve Silverdale Street into a high quality environment that reflects local character and heritage; protect and enhance cultural and historic heritage and identity as part of improved public spaces; enhance the ecological values of the Weiti River and provide safe and convenient connections between the various parts of Silverdale, including for pedestrians and cyclists.Key objectives for the longer term development of the area include enabling ‘mixed use’ development around the Wade Hotel, Blue Gum Avenue and the residential part of Blanc Road. Mixed use areas combine commercial, light industrial and residential. Working with landowners to investigate planning for higher intensity residential development to the north of Pak ‘n’ Save is also suggested as a medium to long term objective.Council’s North West planning manager Warren McLennan took no one by surprise when he said that the key issue for Silverdale is managing growth.He said that any number of studies have been done on the area in the past, and the centre plan aims to bring those together as well as addressing the

town centre as a whole.It is divided into short term and medium to long-term actions; Mr McLennan stated that all the short-term actions (within five years) are likely to be fully funded.These include supporting the establishment of a Business Improvement District, better integrating Silverdale Pioneer Village with the surrounding area, upgrading Wade River landing and retaining 36 Hibiscus Coast Highway as open space.Funding of the longer term options (six–30 years), which include advocating for a library at Silverdale, is less certain.Local board member David Cooper asked the burning question that has been the focus of ongoing advocacy by the Silverdale Area Business Association, when he enquired how the plan might address the need to link the industrial side of Silverdale with the Village, across Hibiscus Coast Highway.Mr McLennan said that Penlink would be important in this regard, reducing traffic on the highway and enabling better links to be made. However, he also said that he expects to get feedback on the community’s ideas about that issue during consultation.The plan is strategic and non-statutory but Hibiscus & Bays Local Board chair Julia Parfitt says this does not mean that it carries no weight.“The plan will give guidance in the future when decisions are made regarding Silverdale,” she said.The final plan is to be adopted by the local board in August.The draft Silverdale Centre Plan is linked to this story at www.localmatters.co.nz

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The old barn at Stoney Homestead in Millwater began its new lease on life with a move across the site of 20 metres.

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Interchange ready to openAn official opening for the interchange is to take place next week, on May 13.The ramps are to facilitate access and development to Millwater, the future commercial area at Highgate, and surrounding areas. They are also expected to reduce congestion on Hibiscus Coast Highway.Work began 15 months ago, with the cost shared between local developers WFH Properties and Highgate Development. Construction of the ramps was a condition imposed by the former Rodney District Council upon WFH Properties, before stage three of its development could occur. WFH Properties then signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Clayton Reid, owner of the Highgate Business Park, which included covering part of the cost.The ramps were also seen as crucial in obtaining consent for the development of the Peninsula Golf

Club land in Whangaparaoa by PLDL and restrictions were placed upon how many properties could be constructed there prior to the building of the ramps in order to mitigate traffic congestion.The project was budgeted to cost $16.9 million, but geotechnical conditions, weather and traffic controls pushed this out to $17.2 million. The NZ Transport Agency worked with the developers and Auckland Transport in the planning and design of the ramps and associated road connections as well as ensuring they complied with standards. The Transport Agency is responsible for operation and maintenance.The interchange includes an off ramp from the western side of State Highway 1A to Wainui Rd, an upgrade and widening of Millwater Parkway from Bankside Rd to the Wainui Rd overbridge, and an on ramp to SH1A from Millwater Parkway at the intersection with Timberland Drive.

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Call for better services answeredFurther vessels were put onto the Gulf Harbour-Auckland ferry run last month, as a trial. High demand since additional sailings were added last August has lead to complaints about overcrowding. Following a meeting between commuter representatives, Auckland Transport (AT), Fairway Bay developers and 360 Discovery, extra vessels were put on peak services from April 20 to the end of May. Two vessels were put on the 6.45am from Gulf Harbour and 4.45pm from Auckland services. The effectiveness of the extra boats will be re-assessed this month. Meanwhile, the company is hoping to schedule more Friday late night sailings, after trials ran last month. AT plans to upgrade the Auckland Pier 4 pontoon and shelter. Gulf Harbour wharf and pontoon are also due for repair and an upgrade to enable it to accommodate larger vessels and parking issues are also being reviewed. AT is also due to undertake a full review of the timetable with increased services that was launched last August.

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Those who have watched 15-year-old ballroom dance partners Raymond Carter and Sasha Paunovic in competition say they appear to glide across the floor, effortlessly, in a way that gives spectators goose bumps.Judges obviously agree – the couple have won so many NZ competitions they struggle to name them all, but one that they won’t forget is last month’s Queensland Open Champs where they won four championship titles.The competition attracted dancers from Australia, NZ, the UK and America and in Richard and Sasha’s Junior, Level Four, division they were the only Kiwi couple.The pair took the Open Ballroom, Open New Vogue, Open Latin and Eight Dance trophies.One of the secrets to their success is that they have been dancing together for 10 years – one of the longest standing partnerships that Silverdale Ballroom dance teacher Norma Wright has ever seen.Richard lives in Puhoi and goes to Mahurangi College, while Sasha is at Orewa College and lives in

Whangaparaoa and they met when their parents brought them to Norma at Silverdale Ballroom Studio to learn to dance.Both say that they immediately took to it and never looked back.Sasha says the fact that they’re both quite competitive and take their dancing seriously makes the partnership work well.“Communication is important and we support and encourage each other,” she says.Keeping fit is also key. As well as various sports and gym work, the pair train at North Shore Dance Centre two or three times a week and have now left Junior competition behind – this season they are in the Youth Division for 16–21.“We have to start at the bottom again and make our way to the top,” Sasha says.With school ball season upon us, teenagers may be showing an interest in learning ballroom dancing styles. Classes are available at Silverdale Ballroom Studio, phone Norma, 427 5542.

Raymond and Sasha swept up four championship trophies at the Queensland Open. Photo,

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Coast dancing stars win Australian competition

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While the fashion conscious may be aware of trends such as white ball dresses with fitted bodices this season, by far the most important and undeniable trend is buying ballgowns online.As more and more parents of ball goers let their fingers do the walking on their smartphones to shop for dresses, so the numbers browsing retail clothing stores declines.Deirdra Anderson of Chocolates for Breakfast in Orewa has been selling elegant, high-end gowns for college balls for seven years and says in the last three she has noticed increasing numbers buying online.She says that the attraction of websites selling ball dresses is all about price.“What they are looking for online, is cheap ball gowns,” Deirdra says. “If you sell good quality, as we do, you can’t compete with those prices.”Last year Chocolates for Breakfast brought in a range of dresses in the $200–$300 price bracket to meet that market.Even so, she says girls often take photos of the dresses, sometimes to show others but more often, she suspects, to look for something similar but cheaper online.She says some clothing retailers opt to charge people to try things on, although she is not doing this, because they are sick of wasting time with those who plan to buy the item online.Deirdra has seen what can happen

when buying online results in disappointment.“Parents tell me that they bought online and the colour and fit aren’t right. There is often no come back. Having alterations done can cost a lot and even where dresses can be returned, postage soon eats away at any savings made on a purchase,” she says.She says another advantage of shopping at your local store is that she holds a ball register for every college to avoid girls turning up in the same dress.As well as overseas imports, the popularity of Trade Me as a source of new and second hand ball dresses is growing rapidly. On Trade Me prices of ballgowns range from $150 to more than $400, so it’s not only price that is attracting customers.Hibiscus Matters’ Digital World columnist Pauline Stockhausen says online sales are all about convenience.“People are busy – it saves me time that my daughter is looking online for her ball dress,” Pauline says. “It also means you can find alternative options, including statement outfits such as steam punk. You can buy online using your phone while you’re waiting for the bus and there’s no need to take a day off work to go in and out of fitting rooms together. She can photograph a dress she likes and you can find something similar and buy it without leaving home. And it’s delivered.”

Selling ballgowns off the rack is becoming increasingly difficult due to the availability of online options. Photo taken at Chocolates for Breakfast.

Online options prove very tempting for ball goers

Coast ball datesThis year, as usual, Kingsway School held its school ball in summer, on March 28, at the Spencer on Byron. Next up is Orewa College, whose ball is on June 13 at Eden Park. The Wentworth College ball is on August 1, followed by Whangaparaoa College on August 22.


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For many women, returning to the workforce after raising a family, or changing career direction, can be daunting.Natalie Tolhopf has turned her aptitude for smoothing those twists and turns and bumps in career paths – as well as removing perceived roadblocks – into a job that she loves.Her role as a self-employed career coach may seem to be a natural progression from what she did immediately prior – working for a tertiary institution, helping graduates to be ‘work ready’. However, Natalie is the first to point out that her CV contains plenty of variety.Her first job, at the age of 12, rolling ice creams and flipping burgers, was an indication of a love of cooking that, when she left school, evolved into an apprenticeship as a chef at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Auckland.“My family wanted me to be a lawyer or accountant, but I loved being a chef so much that I was prepared to disappoint them,” Natalie says.She worked as a chef, here and overseas, for more than 10 years before moving into hospitality consultancy. “My CV looks as though I’ve jumped from here to there, but there is a thread running through it that involves working with

people and often in high pressure, fast-paced environments.”Along the way Natalie got married to a Coastie; the couple live in Manly with their two young children.She says it dawned on her last year that her job in the city, while it gave her a strong career trajectory and was good for her pockets, had made her life unbalanced.“I was tired from commuting and that had an impact at home,” she says. “I was like a mouse on a wheel. I couldn’t understand the point of it, whereas investing in my own business and community and inspiring others has a ripple effect that’s great for a family. If you love your work, it creates a beautiful energy.”Natalie now runs Catapult, specialising in career consultancy, from a home office that doubles as her children’s playroom.Most of her clients are women returning to work or changing tack in their careers.“One of my clients was a mother who had been out of the workforce for 13 years. She asked what she could offer an employer but, to me, it was obvious. She had done a lot of community and voluntary work,

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helped with fundraising and had a marketing background. She thought she would have to go back into a high-pressure marketing job in the city, but after we worked through a process, she decided to go into real estate. It’s a matter of looking at your networks and interests and how your experience can benefit an employer.”Natalie says people who are unhappy with their job ask her how to find an area of work that they could transition into.“Think about what you do in your spare time,” Natalie says. “Whatever dominates your thoughts, that’s what you should be aiming for; if something comes to you with ease, and doesn’t feel like work – that’s the key.”

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The Secret Life of Luke Livingstone by Charity Norman (Crows Nest, NSW, Allen & Unwin, 2015)Successful London solicitor and caring father and husband, Luke, is about to celebrate 30 years of marriage to Eilish. But 50-year-old Luke has a secret weighing heavily on him, and he knows its revelation has the potential to destroy his family and career. When he was a child, he told his teacher that ‘God had made a mistake’, and now it’s the time to put it right, even at the expense of everything else he cares about. It is a decision that will test love, loyalties and friendships.When I picked up this book I had no idea what it was about, but I was quickly drawn into the story, which is told from the each of the main characters’ points of view. Charity Norman writes with compassion and intelligence, and she has obviously carefully researched this issue. An enlightening book.

Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis: the untold story by Barbara Leaming (Thomas Dunne Books/St. Martin’s Press, 2014)When President John Kennedy was shot in Dallas in 1963, his wife Jackie tried to save him by holding his brain in. In her blood-spattered dress she refused to leave his side, and her courage and stoicism earned the love and respect of the American public. She was idolised as a style icon and admired for her knowledge of art and culture. What the public didn’t see was the extent of her lonely struggle with what Barbara Leaming claims was Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. This biography provides an intimate look at Jackie’s exceptional life, as well as insight into some of the interesting politics and personalities of those historic times.

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New Health Link North manager Wiki Shepherd-Sinclair says she is focused on making a difference in each community that the organisation covers, from Te Hana to Northcote.Health Link North acts as a link between the Waitemata District Health Board and the community, supporting public access to, and awareness of, available health services.Wiki says she had to hit the ground running when she took up the role a month ago, right in the middle of preparations for a Youth Health Expo in Wellsford on May 1.“I’ve attended an awful lot of meetings, and it’s helping me get to know the community,” she says.Concerns raised at such meetings are taken back to the Health Board – Wiki has monthly one on one meetings with Waitemata DHB chief executive Dr Dale Bramley and says he is very open to finding workable solution whenever possible.She says her job also involves interpreting and communicating high-level health service information so that it has meaning for people using those services as well as helping disseminate information to the community.Health Link North also analyses data – for example on non-attendance at dental bus services – to ascertain what barriers to using the services might be.Wiki says her background in teaching, which included seven years with the Life Education Trust, evolved into a passion for health issues.Completion of a Certificate in Health Promotion in 2008 she describes as a catalyst in understanding community development.She is also drawing on her strong connections with Ngati Whatua o Te Ha, and says ensuring health organisations hear the voices of

Wiki Shepherd-Sinclair

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marginalised groups – including the elderly, youth, Maori, Pacific and Asian people – is a top priority.“Barriers to health care can be about language, information or even attitudes,” she says. “Empowering people means not only providing information about choices, but how to access them.”Wiki’s personal experience of using health services also comes into play, giving her empathy with the struggles that people in poor health, and their families, sometimes have to face.In particular, she recalls 10 years ago attending daily hospital appointments with her mother, who had diabetes. Her mother went in for amputation of a toe and ended up four months later having half a leg removed. Wiki says it was clear that this was because of pressure of work on hospital staff, leading to an error in care.“Families may need to be proactive and forceful at times and that doesn’t sit well with some cultures,” she says.Health Link North closed its Orewa office last month and moved its base to Albany, however Wiki says will spend a lot of time at meetings getting to know the local community.“For me, those connections with people are vital – I don’t want to be just a phone number or a website, but a face that people know.”



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Dynamic Martial Arts in Silverdale is bringing back the ever-popular Fights Girls, for the third time.Dynamic Martial Arts head coach Dave Sawyer says he never tires of seeing the transformation as women work through the 12-week programme – from complete novice to fully fledged fighter.“Not only do the women get fitter, more confident and learn a new skill during this time, everyone has a story to tell about their experience,” Dave says.Dave assures anyone interested in becoming a Fight Girl, that all the

skills needed to go into the ring for the first time are taught over 12 weeks – no one will fight unprepared.“As a coach, I train all my members with safety paramount,” he says.All coaches have fought and trained to high levels.Although Fight Girls is for those that haven’t been in the ring before, previous Fight Girls are welcome to sign up for Fight Girls Reunited.Anyone interested should contact Dave for more Info: www.dynamic.org.nz or phone 021 214 7204.

It’s not often that an 11-year-old already has the title ‘company director’ on her business card, as enterprising Orewa College student Sami Wilson has.Sami has been designing, making and selling t-shirts for almost a year, online and at local markets.She says she named her label ‘2-Shirts’ because when she was younger she used to think they were called 2-shirts, not t-shirts.With support and assistance from her mother and grandmother, she has produced a range of shirts screen printed with slogans such as “I Donut Care” and “I belong to the Zoo”, as well as tie-dyed shirts and black shirts with pockets in contrasting fabric.Jane Ann from Fabric Screenprints in Red Beach has been a big help, teaching Sami how to screenprint her own designs.

Call for breakfast hostsMay is Pink Ribbon Breakfast Month raising funds for the Breast Cancer Foundation. Last year, more than 2000 Kiwis hosted a pink ribbon breakfast and collectively raised more than $1 million. This year organisers hope to beat that total. Anyone can host a breakfast. It involves inviting guests for breakfast, morning tea, lunch or dinner in return for a donation. A $40 donation could help fund a tumour sample from the tissue bank used for genetic testing, while a $75 donation could fund a box of 100 tissue culture flasks, to test response to new drugs. Info: www.pinkribbonbreakfast.co.nz

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Good for mumMum always said, “eat up your broccoli, it’s good for you”. Broccoli is a quintessential healthy food; when you think broccoli you immediately think ‘good for you.’ Broccoli is an edible green plant in the cabbage family with a large, flowering head that is eaten as a vegetable. The name comes from the Italian plural of broccolo, which means ‘the flowering crest of a cabbage’, and is the diminutive form of brocco, meaning small nail or sprout. Broccoli is often boiled or steamed but may also be eaten raw.Broccoli is easy to grow. Simply grow in seed trays, and plant out at four to six weeks. Space plants 35–50 cm apart. They will be ready to harvest in 10 to16 weeks. Simply cut the broccoli flower head off with a knife. For those of a more serious gardening disposition, you can companion plant with dwarf beans, beets, celery, cucumber, onions, marigold, nasturtium, rhubarb and aromatic herbs such as sage, dill, chamomile and oregano.Broccoli has long been lauded for its health benefits. When in season it is very affordable and very versatile. We love using broccoli raw in salads, but often blanch/steam it so it still keeps its crunch, colour and nutritional value. Be careful not to overcook broccoli as it will end up limp and quite unappealing. Why not spoil mum with a homemade meal? This recipe is great for breakfast or brunch – go on let mum have a sleep in. TIP: Broccoli stems have a wonderful mild sweet flavour and are much higher in fibre than the florets; they are widely recognised for the amount of extra fibre they can add to your diet. Broccoli stems are often discarded but in fact are very useful. You can add them to bone broth (stock but cooked longer to extract more nutrients from the meat bones) or vegetable stock, use them in soup or chop and add to a stir-fry.

Trish’s Paleo Breakfast BowlServes 2–42 heads of broccoli, chopped4 rashers of bacon, chopped1 clove of garlic, crushed1 red pepper sliced thinly1 punnet of cherry tomatoes

To serveBaby spinachPoached eggAvocadoToasted pinenuts – optionalMethod: Heat your oven to 180 degrees. Into an oven dish add all ingredients except baby spinach. Toss and place into a flat oven dish, drizzle with coconut oil (or whatever oil you like to use).Roast for 10 to 15 minutes. Keep an eye on it to make sure it doesn’t brown too much or overcook. Remove from oven and toss with baby spinach. Portion out into bowls, drizzle with fresh lemon juice and top with a soft poached egg. Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts for some extra crunch and half a sliced avocado.

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The value of practical skills – being able to make and fix things – has proved itself in every community that has a Men’s Shed in its midst.

Ross McEwan is a passionate advocate for the power of the shed to improve men’s wellbeing.

Men’s Shed coming to Orewa

There are 22 of these sheds in NZ, and some have more than 100 members.They consist of not-for-profit community workshops where, for a small fee, members can drop in for a chat and to work on tasks.Men’s Shed North Shore chair Ross McEwan of Orewa recently took the first step towards establishing a Men’s Shed on the Coast.He says Men’s Sheds are growing in popularity because of the enthusiasm of members who clock up thousands of hours doing community work and independent projects. “An awful lot of problems can be solved in the lunch room, because the men bring so many different skills to the table,” he says.Examples of projects include making rat traps for use in Okura Bush, dog exercise equipment for parks and fixing play equipment for preschools.The sheds generally have woodworking, engineering, electronics and model making equipment, which is donated or purchased.

Ross says as well as putting their skills to good use, Men’s Sheds provide an important social network. The sheds are also open to women and teenagers but the majority of members are retired men who may no longer have their own shed as they downsize their home.At a presentation to the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board last month, Ross said that getting a shed established is not an easy task and won’t happen overnight.At this stage, the possibility of setting up in Victor Eaves Reserve has been mentioned with Council providing the land and a local Men’s Shed committee being formed to fundraise for a building.Further discussions with local board members are ongoing and Ross says he hopes to hold a public meeting to gauge interest in the project and get the ball rolling.Anyone interested in being part of the project can contact Ross on 09 959 0185 or email [email protected]

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Spot the differencesThis month we celebrate the pivotal role that mothers play in the family, workplace and society. Early settler women in NZ had to be adaptable, ingenious and independent. The country was an early mover in emancipation with organisations such as the Women’s Temperance Union and the Suffrage movement and demand for education at all levels. Maori call women ‘te whare tangata’ (the house of humanity) and venerate them for their ability to create life; but it definitely takes two to tango!There are known differences in certain areas between male and female brains and this helps us to understand why women are often the ones home executives who organise, plan, delegate, execute and ensure the smooth running of businesses, community organisations and households. Their brains process and allow multitasking and they are more sensitive to others and their surroundings, so are often in the role of comforters and soothers. It is a generalisation of course, but men tend to have more tunnel vision, which can aid focus on the task at hand.The ability to identify and control emotions varies between the sexes. Female hormones produced by the brain allow more bonding and research at the University of Pennsylvania suggests that sections of the brain used to control aggression and anger responses are larger in women than in men.Structurally women’s brains have larger hippocampal areas (memory centres) that allow them to sense more of what is happening around them and retain that information. They also have more verbal centres and dominant language skills allowing more manipulation and building of relationships.However, although there are many exceptions, men generally perform better at spatial skills (such as navigation) using a different area of the brain from women. Perhaps that’s why when driving I can get lost very easily whereas my husband can effortlessly find his way without a map or GPS!Female brains show more blood flow through an area that allows them to ruminate more and revisit emotional memories. Males will reflect briefly, analyze and then move onto the next task. Rather than revisiting men may change course and do something active like problem-solving.Most of these differences are complimentary and increase the chances of males and females joining together for survival as a species.In our home my husband is the “house-husband” and while he is an excellent chef, I am a better housekeeper! He usually does the shopping-his tunnel vision keeps him to the shopping list and budget while I am much more likely to blow it with impulse buying.We have always shared the childcare and after school activities with our children and I have been fortunate to have the support of a partner who has been prepared to adjust his career (which lends itself to working from home) and to allow me the flexibility of pursuing my career which demands a lot of afterhours work.There is an old Chinese proverb that says that ‘women hold up half the sky’. Surely men hold up the other half!

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Work is now almost complete at the long-awaited Stillwater Community Hall in Duck Creek Road Reserve, and the public is invited to come and take a look and celebrate its opening next week. The hall will provide a meeting place for community groups and a venue for functions and events. The project was initiated by the former Rodney District Council and progressed by the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board, with the first sod turned at the site last September. The 217sqm building and 89sqm deck cost almost $700,000 – $642,000 for construction, design and development, $20,000 for project management, $9775 in Watercare costs and $12,275 to relocate the playground. The second stage, as yet unfunded, will add an east and west wing, half court and skate bowl. The free community event on May 16 at the hall, 1pm–4pm includes children’s entertainment, a live jazz band and free food and refreshments. All welcome.

The importance of paying a fair price to farmers in developing countries is being highlighted this month at the annual Oxfam Morning Tea.

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This fundraiser takes place nationwide each Fair Trade Fortnight, an annual event championed by Fairtrade Australia New Zealand.This year people are invited to host a Morning Tea between May 8–22 as a way to raise funds that will be used by Oxfam to support its “grassroots work with communities and campaigns against the root causes of poverty”.The Orewa Theosophy Centre has got behind the project and is hosting a morning tea at its headquarters on the corner of Forest Glen and Annalise

Place, Orewa, on Saturday, May 16, 10am till 1pm.Orewa Theosophy Centre vice president Neil Furby says as well as drinks, tasty treats and chats over the teacups, those who take part will be making a real difference. “By taking part in our Morning Tea you’ll be helping work towards a fairer, safer, more sustainable world,” he says.To take part, simply come along on the day or make a donation online at http://www.oxfamsmorningtea.org.nz

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High fashion items neededThe parade is held at Gulf Harbour Country Club to raise funds for Hibiscus Hospice.This year it will take place on September 2.Last year the show raised $6000 for hospice services on the Hibiscus Coast.Hibiscus Hospice Community Engagement Manager Dyan Cann says that the postponement of the parade is mainly due to the availability of volunteers who help run the event and act as models.However, she also says there is a shortage of donations of suitable clothing for the show.Francesca’s specialises in stylish, pre-

loved women’s designer clothing and accessories, and it is this kind of clothing that is required for the fundraising parade.Hospice is appealing to any women who have unwanted quality garments to turn out their wardrobes to support the work that Hospice does in the community.In particular they are looking for donations of top end and designer label spring and summer women’s fashion items. Summer shoes and accessories are also welcome.Items can be dropped off at Francesca’s at 20 Silverdale Street in Silverdale Village.

More de-sexingDesexy Revolution’s first Auckland Spay & Neuter Day last month was so successful, that another is to be held, on May 10. The aim is to raise public awareness of the multiple benefits of desexing. CareVets in Mt Wellington are again hosting the day. Desexy Revolution is the brainchild of Chrissy Clements of Orewa, founder of the Humane Rescue, Rehabilitation & Rehoming Trust. Info: http://desexyrevolution.hurrah.org.nz or look for Desexy Revolution on Facebook.


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A community group designed to help new Coast residents settle in had its first meeting last week.

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Welcome mat out for new Hibiscus Coast residentsThe Hibiscus Coast Newcomers Network is the 33rd such network to be formed in New Zealand. Each community has its own coordinators, who organise regular informal get togethers so that anyone new to a community (migrants and Kiwis alike) can meet others, share experiences and learn more about the place where they are making their home.The local coordinators are Diane and Steve McKinstry of Red Beach.Through Diane’s involvement with the community, and her work with a local playgroup and The Parenting Place, she says she observed that many people moving here are keen to improve their English or in need of support in a whole range of areas.She said it was a perfect fit with the Newcomers Network, but also something she understands from personal experience, having moved here from Bermuda with her family as a child.Diane’s father took a job in Auckland, more than 40 years ago; it was a time when NZ was promoting itself in Bermuda and Diane says families took up residence mainly in West Auckland, Tauranga and the North Shore. She was among the Bermudians who later moved to the Hibiscus Coast from the North Shore.

“I like to live by the sea – and the hibiscus is the national flower of Bermuda, maybe that’s another reason I felt right at home,” she says.She says the groups are not only for new residents, but also people with an interest in making them feel welcome; this includes those who teach English as a second language.The first meeting was at Homa Kebab Café in Orewa on May 1, and they will be held monthly.Info: www.newcomers.co.nz (look for Hibiscus Coast network), Newcomers Network on Facebook or phone Diane, 021 292 4105.

A project that aims to increase the options available for teens at Whangaparaoa Town Centre began last month with a mural painting event. Around 20 young people painted a series of murals in the Plaza lower carpark on April 17. The panels will be graffiti guarded and hung in the carpark. The Youth Voice Project, which is supported by the CYC Trust, received $6638 from the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board for the project. Ideas for further activities include enhancing the Plaza outdoor area by adding a youth noticeboard, covered seating, and development and programming of the performance space.


Ordinary people who do extraordinary deeds were celebrated at the Rodney Police Awards last month.

Students from Whangaparaoa College are fighting back against the perception that youth are disinterested in political decision-making, having eight students accepted to attend the Aotearoa Youth Declaration conference.The event was held in Auckland last month and is described as “giving aspiring leaders the platform to voice their opinions about policy making in NZ”. It is a student run event organised under the UN Youth branch.Whangaparaoa College Head Boy,

Cameron Rossouw, says that High School Ambassadors, Rebecca Zhong and Atanas Tomovski in particular worked to drive enthusiasm and interest among students at the school and assist with the application process. “Because of their involvement Whangaparaoa College was represented by eight students at the conference, a significant increase from previous years,” Cameron says. “All students found the experience enlightening and felt that their opinions had been heard and valued.”

From left, Bjorn Modigh contributed to the community, particular youth, for 15 years. David Black rescued Linda May and her dog from the Orewa Estuary. Linda described him as a hero who had restored her faith in humanity.

Police thank community for couragous deedsPolice officers, non-sworn staff, volunteers and people who risked their lives to save others were recognised at the ceremony in Silverdale on April 22.Eight officers were awarded medals for Long Service and Good Conduct. Rodney Area Commander Inspector Mark Fergus said they demonstrated bravery, courage, and empathy, broke down barriers and built trust in the face of adversity.Inspector Fergus said it was a privilege to serve but it can also be a burden, especially for families and partners, who received a round of applause at the awards. He said non-sworn staff were the “oil in our big blue machine” and they make the community a safer and better place to live.The bravery of members of the public

was also recognised. They included security officer Stephen Ramsay who helped police constables who were being assaulted in Whangaparaoa on December 24 last year. A man who saved a woman and her dog from drowning in Orewa Estuary received the District Commanders Commendation from Superintendent Bill Searle. On February 21, David Black rescued Linda Black and her dog Conan after her kayak capsized.“You did not hesitate to put yourself into a dangerous situation, to rescue a person who was a stranger to you,” Superintendent Searle said.A video of the Rodney Police Awards is at www.localmatters.co.nzLocal Police awards: Long Service and Good Conduct

From left, Kate Jack, Matilda White, Wade Hunter, Liam McIntyre, Eve Bain, Rebecca Zhong, Cameron Rossouw, Sam De Jong, Atanas Tomovski

Interest high in policy making

medals: 14 years: Youth and Community Supervisor Sergeant Steven Perris • 21 years: Watch House officer Whangaparaoa Charlotte Jones • 35 years: RPT supervisor Rodney Sergeant Bede Haughey; YES officer

Senior Constable Bernie Watt.Certificates of Appreciation: Margaret Stevens, Kay Tipling-Rathe, Bjorn Modigh, Stephen Ramsay, Constable Simon Brown and Constable Shanon Robertson

Another driving factor was the success of former Whangaparaoa College student and Dux Eve Bain. Eve was a conference assistant at the event and also has practical knowledge of work

with United Nations NZ. “Though she has left the school she continues to inspire students to pursue their interests and have an active say in decision making.”

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A roundup of sports Activities in the districtFootball skillsHibiscus Coast AFC is running before, during and after school sessions at local schools during Term 2. More schools welcome. If you’re interested, contact the sports co-ordinator at your school or Mauricio Rojas, email [email protected] to find out more.

Cross Country RunningHibiscus Coast Athletic Club’s winter cross country programme began April 1 at Metro Park in Millwater, from 5.30pm. Training will be weekly on Wednesday nights. Membership open to those 7 to 17 years old. Info: www.hcac.co.nz

Women’s Outdoor PursuitsIf you enjoy the bush and would like to improve or refresh your skills in the outdoors, then join our WOPs Introductory Course running on two Saturdays May 16 and 23. WOPs is open to women of all ages throughout the Auckland area. Experienced trampers or beginners are welcome. Upon completion of the course, tramping trips are available to members on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. To enrol or for more information visit www.wops.co.nz

The unsung heroes of sportThe job often goes unrewarded. It can be difficult, you must be able to bring control to chaos, understand fairness, promote safety and encourage good sportsmanship. You are always being scrutinised by the players, coaches and the side-lines. Yet you are critical at all levels of play in all sports. Your role dictates the quality of play, managing the game to allow for the skills to be shown. Although there is a rule book, a great referee is able to manage the ‘black and white’ rules with the art of refereeing – making the right decisions at the right time. The referee is an unsung hero.Officials play an extremely important role in any sport. Without officials giving up their time, most sporting competitions would be unable to function. Along with the rules of the game, officials must fully understand their role before, during and after the game has ended. Thousands of officials go and do their job each week in NZ, yet they very rarely get recognised in a positive manner, but they turn up the following week. So why do they do it?Officials undertake an important role in the staging of competitions. They provide leadership and guidance to participants, ensuring that the competition is conducted in a safe and fair manner. Qualities such as integrity, honesty, trustworthiness and respect are integral to the role of the official. This includes how they behave and relate to others prior to, during and after competition, how they present themselves as an official, and how they go about their role. Officials are responsible for their actions and attitudes. People expect the official to be a person they can trust to control the competition.The technical element of the sport is often dictated by the quality of officiating. It makes sense that the better quality of officiating, the better skills level is required to play the game. Put that in the context of performing on the world stage. If we have quality officiating in our development stages of sport, does that mean we will perform better at a senior level as our players would have developed better skills?The approach towards officiating needs to be is in line with the aims of the competition, for example, junior competitions are usually aimed at fun and skill development rather than winning. Officials should be aware that their approach to officiating can influence the participants’ experience and enjoyment of the sport.Officials are important for any sport as they often become the ‘face’ of officiating at competitions. People often judge all officials, and sports organisations, by how an individual official behaves, which means that they need to behave in a professional and responsible way. It is important that officials present in a manner that portrays officiating in a positive and respected manner.Finally, there is a significant pathway for officials in sport. If you are passionate, and are prepared to develop, receive honest feedback and improve your skills you can officiate on the world stage. I became an International Beach Volleyball referee in 1997. Since then I have attended the Sydney, Beijing and London Olympics as an official. I have travelled the world officiating my sport and have refereed at 57 international events in countries all over the world. In NZ you can be a fully professional rugby referee, rugby league referee or cricket umpire. Become an official in a worldwide sport and you can go to the Olympics, the Commonwealth Games or officiate professionally overseas.Finally, before you raise your voice at the sports field this weekend, think about the value of our referees, and respect them for the job they are doing for sport.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOuS meet Fri 7.30pm, Orewa Community House (behind Estuary Arts Centre) Ph John 027 646 2995, 0800AA WORKS. ART GROuP Orewa Community Church, Tues 1-3pm. All levels welcome. Workshops available for beginners. Bring your art materials & enjoy getting together to be inspired in a relaxed atmosphere. Ph Jocelyn 427 5353.

CLEARING OuT YOuR SuMMER WARDROBE? Francesca’s in Silverdale need donations of good quality, top label and designer clothing, shoes and accessories. These will be used in Francesca’s Spring/Summer fashion parade later this year, to generate funds for Hibiscus Hospice. If you can help, please drop off your donated items to Francesca’s, 20 Silverdale St, Silverdale.COMBINED RODNEY SENIORS TRIP – MON 11TH MAY 11 Visiting Holdson Factory for tour. Visiting Valentines for lunch. Visiting Alberton Historic House for tour. Cost $36 includes return coach. Dep. Red Beach 8.30am – Orewa 8.35am. Morning tea own expense. Contact Fred to book 426 5765 and leave message.

HIBISCuS COAST SENIOR MOMENTS provides social activities for seniors in the Hibiscus Coast area Monday and Thursday mornings. Our Thursday group is looking for a volunteer to help with preparing morning tea and lunch. If you would like to give something back to the community and would like to help ph Monique 027 25 35 557.HIBISCuS COAST WIDOWED CLuB Meets 2nd Wed of month. Orewa Community Centre 1pm. Interesting speakers, morning/afternoon teas, raffles, outings/trips. Good Company – We care. Ph 424 3757.

KIWI DANCE CLuB, SOCIAL DANCE - ballroom, Latin American, new vogue, Modern sequence. All welcome. 4th Sun of month, 5pm-8pm. A great way to meet people. Silverdale Hall, Ph 427 5542. Next event May 24.

LADIES CRAFT GROuP @ Orewa Community Church, Tues, 10am. Come & learn a new craft & meet new friends.OREWA GARDEN CLuB monthly meetings. 2nd Thurs of month. Guest speaker and/or garden visits. Trading table, afternoon tea. 12.30pm, Orewa Catholic Church Hall, Centreway Rd, Orewa. Ph Ann 427 8377.

OREWA SOCIAL INDOOR BOWLS Wednesdays, Orewa Community Hall, 6.45pm (finishing 8.30pm) Ph 426 2109.

OREWA RACONTEuRS TOASTMASTERS CLuB open house meeting, May 13, 12pm–1pm, Saint Chads Church, 117 Centreway Road, Orewa, free event, no obligation.

LADY TAROT READER 30 years experience

Palmistry • Numerolgy • TarotPlease phone 09 427 5635

SeniorNet for Seniors Computer courses & workshops

available. Phone 426 1509. Mon–Thurs 9am–3pm, Fri 9am–12pm

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BABYSITTING SERvICE INCLuDING HOuSEWORK. Will cook dinner. No school pick ups. Mature lady. Exc refs. $18/hr. Ph 021 298 2703

PRESERvE YOuR MEMORIESVideos, Slides, Old 8mm Film

converted to any digital format. Over 30 years experience. Phone 09 426 6457

ABSOLuTE BEGINNERS WATERCOLOuR PAINTING, 1 day workshop May 9, 10-4pm. Red Beach. Limited spaces. Pauline Smith [email protected] 027 242 7636..

PEST FREE PENINSuLA rat, possum & stoat traps available, plus trapping boxes to keep pets safe. Forest & Bird, Pauline Smith 426 4244 [email protected] APHASIA GROuP meet 4th Thurs of month, Rotary House Silverdale Highway, 1.30-3pm. Our group offers support, friendship & rehabilitation opportunities to people with aphasia following stroke. Membership $10 p/yr. Ph Lisa 428 0414.

SINCERE THANKS to the 24 generous people who helped us with the Autumn clean-up of Maygrove Lake. It was a wonderful community builder and once the Council takes away the rubbish the lake will look beautiful again. Come and admire it while you can. The weeds will have grown again by Springtime. Maygrove Residents Association.SILvERDALE SMALL HALL FOR HIRE With kitchen. Suitable for quiet groups.Jan Pratt ph 426 4521.SING ME uP HIBISCuS.....if you can talk, you can sing. Community singing is fabulous. Tues 7pm. Sing to Breathe. Thurs 9.30am–10.30am. Relaxation and gentle stretching exercises following by singing exercises and a couple of unison songs at the end. Very good for anyone with asthma, depression, or anyone just knowing the worth of singing and breathing together. Sea Scout Hall, North End, Orewa Beach, Arundel Reserve. Brigid [email protected]

SPIRITuAL CENTRE meets fortnightly in Orewa. ”Medium” on Platform for spirit commumication, Healing,and a chance to meet like-minded people. All welcome. Ph Lynda 424 1998 for details.

THEOSOPHICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS “Our Cosmic Journey through the Tapestry of Life” - Life’s Patterns and Lessons. Speaker Murray Stentiford. Sunday 10th May 2pm at halls new site 15 Forest Glen Rd Don $5 inc. tea and cake enq. Neil 428 3691.

THE TEEN BOOK CLuB Whangaparaoa library, third Tuesday of the month from 4pm–5pm. It’s completely free, and all bookworm teens (13+) are most welcome. Bring yourself and any interested friends, and come on in! Next meeting is May 19, the Pohutukawa Room, Whangaparaoa library. More info contact Sarah: [email protected]


10 Volunteers needed for planting and weeding at Dacre Cottage, 9am–12pm. Walk over from the end of Okura River Rd and there will be boats to take you over the estuary 8am–8.30am and a return trip at 2pm. Or walk in from Haighs Access Rd or Stillwater, or come by kayak. Bring spades, gloves and pruning sheers if possible. Register [email protected] or ph Peter Townend, 0274 529 255.

10 & 24 Talks by Murray Stentiford of the NZ Theosophical Society, Orewa Theosophy Centre, Cnr Forest Glen and Annalise Place, Orewa, 2pm (both days). Murray has a background in science, music and spirituality. His talks are titled Our Cosmic Journey through the Tapestry of Life.

12 A talk about Predator Free NZ, St Andrews Presbyterian Church Hall, 107 Centreway Rd, Orewa, 7pm–9.30pm. Come and hear Forest & Bird Campaign & Advocacy Manager, Kevin Hackwell, talk about the work being done to save birdlife from predators around the country. An inspiration for the Pest Free Peninsula project that Hibiscus Coast Forest & Bird is doing. (see story p3)

13-27 Mel Brooks The Producers – a musical, Centrestage theatre, Centreway Road, Orewa. Tickets phone 426 7282. (see adp25)

16 Oxfam Morning Tea, hosted by the Orewa Theosophy Centre, cnr Forest Glen and Annalise Place, Orewa, 10am–1pm. Drinks and treats, with funds going to Oxfam. Come along on the day or make a donation online at www.oxfamsmorningtea.org.nz (see story p25)

16 Stillwater Hall opening, Duck Creek Road Reserve, 1pm–4pm. Celebrate the opening of the community hall with the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board. Children’s entertainment, jazz band and free refreshments. All welcome. (see story p25)

17 City of Sails Barbershop Chorus Annual Concert, Centrestage Theatre Orewa. Tickets $25 ph 09 426 7282, door sales available.

28 Hibiscus Hospice Art Exhibition Preview and Auction Night, Estuary Arts Centre 214B Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa, 7pm–9pm. Tickets $25pp (includes wine and hors d’oeuvres) available at www.hibiscushospice.org.nz or by phoning 421 9180.

29–June 1 Hibiscus Hospice 10th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale, Estuary Arts Centre, 214B Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa. Public opening hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday are 9am–4pm and on Monday, 9am–2pm. Entry by gold coin donation.

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Record turnouts for Anzac ceremonies around the country were reflected at the little, Upper Waiwera cenotaph on April 25.

Clockwise from above, Neil McCathie has his poppy pinned on by Constable Brett Otto (also a McCathie family member). Large numbers of children attended the service. Connor Henderson, aged 10 wore his “great grandpop’s” medals to the Anzac service in Upper Waiwera. His great grandfather, Harry Rennie, served in World War II. Wreaths made by the children of Wainui School.

Family flavour to upper Waiwera serviceNormally around 100 gather for the remembrance service in this farming area – most have a family connection to the men whose names are engraved on the cenotaph.But, in the Gallipoli centenary year, more than 400 people attended the half hour service on Anzac Day afternoon, filling the grassy area in front of the memorial to capacity.Despite the numbers, this service retained its family atmosphere.Commander Frank Rands, Commander Naval Reserve Operations Officer of the NZ Defence Force, began his speech by saying that 36 men from this region gave their lives during World War I, and that many were members of the same family.

Several families from Upper Waiwera lost more than one relative in the war and members of those families turned out in force – from Tom Bayer, who at almost 100 years old has lived in the area all his life, to seven generations of the McCathie family.Wreaths were laid – including some that were beautifully handmade by the children of Wainui School – prayers said by Chaplin Murray Morgan, and The Last Post played.Then, as has been traditional at this service for many years, everyone was invited to bring a plate and share afternoon tea at Mrs Patterson’s farmhouse.For more photos and additional Anzac Parade coverage, visit www.localmatters.co.nz

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