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FRANKLIN2014-2015

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Welcome to Design & Build Franklin a new, annual publication which comprehensively covers subdivision development, lifestyle opportunities,

building expansion and general growth through Franklin and neighbouring areas.

Designed to give newcomers to the region, and anyone interested in settling within Franklin, a complete picture of its unique communities, from town living to off-the-grid rural locations, Design & Build is an informative and instant guide to the district as it is now and how strong interest in the area is shaping its future.

For anyone thinking of buying or selling locally, the publication covers new subdivisions, such as those at Tuakau, Patumahoe and Pokeno, as well as the many and varied new estates in and around Pukekohe township.

Infrastructure, industry, schools, housing, and

retail are well covered as are the opportunities for leisure. With many people looking to Franklin for smaller lifestyle blocks, there is much to recommend the wider area and all within reach of excellent public amenities. However, there is a lot on the drawing board too.

While weekend country life is attracting many people who work in the city, for some families, the appeal lies in the vibrant, rural township of Pukekohe with its excellent schools and shopping. Others are enticed by new communities now developing within a short drive of the many smaller villages.

While steering readers towards professionals and companies which know and work within the local area and which have a keen knowledge of local requirements, services, and more, Design & Build also showcases all that Franklin and surrounds has to offer and the exciting future it faces.

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10-14 Over the border – expanding Pokeno and Tuakau

17 New Pokeno ‘settlers’ – new village estate woos homeowners

19 Housing hot spots – developments cropping up throughout district

29Federated Farmers Auckland president, Wendy Clark, speaks out

31Karaka to Kingseat – housing creeps westward, historic hospital site may soon be homes

37 Core industry key to local employment

40Escape from suburbia for a slice of rural bliss

41-49Homes on show – housing companies have show homes across the district

50-53Eastern coastal district offers unique living options

59-63 Redesign, renovate, refresh – tap into ways to improve your existing home

72-79Interior design – decorating ideas, home accessories, furniture

80-89 Kitchens, bathrooms and floors – the most used areas of the home

91-99Outdoor living – enhance your property with fences, gates, stonework, shades, gazebos, pools, heating and more

102-106Water specialists pumping

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Over the past few years many Aucklanders keen to purchase a home at friendlier prices than the inner city, have seen the potential in Franklin with

its mix of old and new, urban and rural.In particular new housing developments at

Pokeno, Tuakau, and Patumahoe as well as Waiuku, has attracted strong attention. However, while there has been a surge of growth in urban housing and also lifestyle blocks, Franklin is by no means a new settlement.

In fact, the first immigrant farmers date back to the early 1840s and before that the region was occupied by Maori tribes.

Indeed, it has a colourful history being part of the Auckland area attacked during the musket war period of 1807-1843 by the northern tribes.

As the number of settlers grew, the bush-covered Pukekohe area was opened up and from about 1843, individual farmers began purchasing small blocks of land which they cleared by hand.

By 1863 there were an increasing number of small isolated farms but when Kingitanga Maori refused to swear an oath of allegiance to the crown, many settlers moved out of the area. As tensions increased, nearly all of the Pukekohe area was abandoned apart from military outposts.

Despite being only a few miles south of Auckland, Franklin was initially a New Zealand territorial authority lying between the Auckland metropolitan area and the Waikato Plains.

It was abolished as a formal territory on October 31, 2010 and divided between Auckland Council in the Auckland Region and Waikato and

Hauraki districts in the Waikato Region. The Auckland portion is now part of the Franklin

ward, which also includes rural parts of the former Manukau City. Areas such as Pokeno and Tuakau fall under Waikato District Council.

Bounded in the north by the start of the Auckland metropolitan area and the waters of the Manukau Harbour, this lovely area stretches up the Awhitu Peninsula along the Tasman coast to the mouth of the harbour.

Peninsula holiday spots, such as Kariotahi Beach, Matakawau, Big Bay and Orua Bay attract visitors and locals alike while some people (other than famers) have also built permanent homes taking advantage of lovely rural views and seascapes.

To the south, Franklin is bounded by the fertile lowlands of the Waikato Plains. In the east, the land rises to the Hunua Ranges, then falls to the coast of

the Firth of Thames. In the west is the Tasman Sea. The Waikato River mouth is at Port Waikato,

south of the region. This is renowned as a good place for surfcasting and has its own unique community.

While the area supports both farming and horticulture, Franklin’s settlements have boomed in recent times with Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tuakau, Pokeno, Karaka and other areas growing rapidly.

New Zealand Steel’s steel mill at Glenbrook, north of Waiuku has long been a major industry in the area but now new industries are beginning to flourish with more in the pipeline, particularly at Pokeno.

New housing subdivisions within and around Pukekohe township are also in the throes of development or are scheduled for the near future to meet growing demand for both lifestyle properties and desirable residential living.

From past to futureWhile Franklin is enjoying housing and industry booms, nevertheless

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It would be hard to find a man more passionate about Tuakau than Richard Gee. The recent president of Tuakau Rotary Club, local Board member and enthusiastic

member of Tuakau Development Association, totally believes in the “Terrific Tuakau” motto he coined.

He uses his considerable expertise as a business consultant and international speaker to promote the humble township as a great place to live at every opportunity.

Gee’s monthly working breakfasts for Tuakau businesses are a great success and he is largely responsible for bringing a new cohesion of purpose to both business and community groups.

Under his presidency, Tuakau Rotary recently launched its First Response Ambulance Support, with plans for an ambulance station for the town still very much on the agenda.

“There are so many reasons why Tuakau is an attractive area to live in for people keen to move out from Auckland,” he says. “We have lifestyle, green fields and horticulture; it’s safe, and house and land prices are far more attainable for first home buyers.”

Tuakau and its surrounding districts of Onewhero and Port Waikato support both rural and urban lifestyles.

Current population is around 4500 but Mr Gee says this is expected to double in the next five years with Waikato District Council predicting the township could be on the brink of rapid growth to 20,000 people within 20 years.

Mr Gee says release of titles was paramount to encourage substantial economic growth. “There are three subdivisions, totalling about 257 sections, awaiting title release in the Tuakau area,” he says. “Residential subdivisions are needed urgently to cope with demand as there are no vacant sections with titles currently available.”

Several blocks of land have been identified as suitable for residential development but Mr Gee believes landowners may be hanging on for better prices. “There are virtually no rentals available in Tuakau; they get snapped up fast.”

The paucity of housing is having a knock-on effect on businesses setting up in the area.

“The industrial area in Bollards Road is still available but the lack of housing for workers to rent

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or buy is causing issues,” Mr Gee says. A further industrial park in Whangarata Road is

part of some 90 hectares that has been set aside as industrial land in Tuakau.

Favoured locations for residential growth are on the northern outskirts beyond Dominion Road and towards the Waikato river in the south with a further industrial park in Whangarata Road.

Locals are keen to see future growth supported by better transport, with the re-opening of Tuakau Rail Station high on their list of priorities.

Campaigners have their own Facebook page and have collected more than 3500 signatures from residents petitioning for a daily commuter service from Tuakau to Auckland.

The service has the support of Waikato District Council but Auckland Transport has yet to recognise there is a real need.

However, with large numbers of commuters already expanding up the line in Pokeno, it seems it’s a case of when, not if, the rail line re-opens to offer an alternative to motorway travel.

Mr Gee sees light at the end of the tunnel. “Getting the rail link into the long term plans for Auckland and Waikato is the first step and that is underway now. The Tuakau platform has money set aside for it and once the permissions are granted, we can ask for a train.”

Tuakau follows local growth trendJust nine kilometres west of Pokeno is the township of Tuakau which has experienced higher than average growth rates over the last decade.

Waikato District Mayor Allan Sanson says the availability and affordable cost of industrial and residential land and housing makes Tuakau a very attractive place for investment.

There is 99ha of land in the south east of Tuakau which is zoned industrial providing for manufacturing, processing, assembling, storage, distribution and wholesale activities.

Work is also well under way on Whangarata Road where Van Den Brink Poultry is building a new food processing plant.

A further 17ha of land is zoned industrial services for businesses that support the

industrial zone as well as small-scale activities.Waikato District Council is currently working

with the Tuakau community to prepare a structure plan to guide the development of the town over the next 30 years.

Mr Sanson says a number of properties are available for residential development as well as a number of large residential-zoned properties that are currently being used for market gardening. However, these have not yet been subdivided and released for sale on the open market.

There are no plans at this stage to grow the small and remote settlement at Port Waikato.

More information about the development of Tuakau can be found on the Waikato District Council’s website www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz

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Mayor Allan Sanson and his team at Waikato District Council are on track to put Pokeno on the map for much more than its tasty bacon and extra

large ice-creams.As a farmer himself, Mr Sanson says that there

was nothing to be gained from randomly turning green fields over to housing overspill. “It’s no good us gobbling up beautiful fields ploughed for vegetables, dairying or beef,” he says.

Both Auckland Council and Waikato District planners had been diligent in identifying no-go areas for development, he said, and he was proud of Pokeno’s success.

“Pokeno was a 30-year growth strategy. We’ve now put that growth at 12 to 15 years to be completely full, that’s how fast it’s growing. Even though we planned for it, it’s gone far faster than anyone ever anticipated.

“Protecting and developing our assets with a mind to growth and retaining a balance that respects the environment, the economy and the needs of the population, is the challenge we face.”

As Economic Development Manager at Waikato District Council, Clive Morgan has been tasked to drive Waikato’s so-called economic development roadmap.

He says Pokeno is at the heart of the council’s vision to bring a new prosperity to an area which

previously relied on agriculture to earn its living. “The Waikato expressway is a game changer for businesses that rely on access to ports and logistics to operate,” says Mr Morgan.

“It offers huge opportunities not least with its links to the Auckland market and the export port of Tauranga. Manufacturers, freight and logistics companies can now consider locations outside of Auckland and still be well connected and potentially operate at lower cost. The expressway improves access to labour, land and logistics.”

Pokeno’s 80-hectare Gateway Business Park, site of the massive Yashili infant formula plant, is proving the point.

Concretec New Zealand Ltd, a pre-cast concrete manufacturer has relocated to Pokeno after being awarded the contract to build the plant.

“Concretec is in the process of doubling capacity at the new site and will eventually increase its workforce from 40 employees to 80,” Mr Morgan says. “Ease of access to markets, cost and labour supply were key drivers. This is an example of the opportunity we present.”

Other interested tenants include a canning company and a food exporter.

Compared to even a year ago, Warren Frogley of Pokeno Village Estate says the commercial real estate and land market has picked up significantly and there is a lot of interest in Gateway Park.

This is confirmed by Mr Morgan. “The Pokeno development is exceeding anticipated rates of uptake,” he says. “Our district is the natural focus for companies seeking ways to manage their growth and production capacity sustainably with Pokeno, Tuakau, Te Kauwhata and Horotiu having a lot of potential for industry and workforce development.”

Pokeno expandsTiny Pokeno is at the heart of Waikato District Council’s vision to foster greater

prosperity south of the Bombay Hills. Rapid residential and industrial expansion is proof that council is on the right track.


At the SummitWhy live in Pukekohe, Pokeno or Pukekawa? Ask master builder and farmer Tony Clark and he’ll tell you it’s a no-brainer.

He and his wife Melissa own Summit Homes, one of a number of leading building companies involved in developing Pokeno Village Estate.

They are locals through and through and live in the beautiful countryside of Pukekawa where they breed Murray Grey stud cattle and fatten sheep for the local market.

The family share a passion for horse riding and enjoy spending time together exploring the countryside on horseback.

Their other great passion is rugby and they are devoted supporters of Counties Manukau as well as founding sponsors of Onewhero Junior Rugby Cub where two of their sons play.

Tony, who has been building for more than 30 years and is a registered Master Builder and Licensed Building Practitioner, feels strongly about using local sub contractors wherever possible throughout the building process.

His company won three silver medals at the 2014 Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards. “Often visitors to our show home in Pokeno know little about the area,” he says. “Both Melissa and I are well positioned to answer any questions they might have.

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Auckland might be bursting at the seams but the loosening of north Waikato’s green belt is more than helping to ease the city’s housing shortage.

Following the establishment of Auckland City in November 2010, the Waikato district boundary changed to incorporate parts of the previous Franklin district including the rural settlements of Pokeno, Tuakau and Port Waikato.

Growth is being driven by a number of factors unique to the district not least its proximity and ease of access to Auckland in the north, Hamilton in the south and Tauranga in the east.

At the centre of this golden triangle is Pokeno, a settlement that has been recognised for its strategic location since the days of the New Zealand Wars in the 1860s.

As far back as 2007, it was one of the first limited areas in the former Franklin District to be identified as appropriate for urban expansion with the potential to accommodate 6000 people in the next 30 years.

Over the past year, the vision of a “new urban village in a rural setting” has been taking place literally before our eyes as green fields make way for new housing developments.

The vast Yashili baby formula plant has been feeding the growth and dominates the landscape like a futuristic cathedral.

The factory, New Zealand’s newest state of the art infant milk formula plant, is set to be completed and operational by early next year.

The 30,000m2 plant will produce a planned 52,000 tonnes of infant formula products annually for the Chinese market.

According to Warren Frogley of developers Pokeno Village Estate, the plant has already been a catalyst for economic growth.

“There will be a number of satellite companies

that will start up around the plant plus there is always a knock-on effect with employment supporting the many services related to the industry,” he says.

These will include jobs in the maintenance and transport sectors as well as in hospitality and entertainment.

The resident population of Pokeno in March 2013 was 1,782, however, since then, subdivision to the north of the village has been intense and the population is rapidly increasing.

“With residential we always see an immediate rise in employment within the trades, with many builders, plumbers and electricians moving into the area to take advantage of the growth,” says Mr Frogley. “This is even greater when the development includes the commercial aspect.”

Mr Frogley says he expects 140 new homes to

be completed and occupied by the end of the year.“Buyers have come from all over with some

from Remuera or Titirangi looking for the rural aspect, some as close as Pukekohe or as far away as Christchurch,” he said.

“Predominantly the buyers are from Auckland, Waikato and Franklin and are focused on better value for money, building a bigger house for the same money as a smaller house on a small property elsewhere.”

Mr Frogley says that amenities were growing in line with the population including a proposed Countdown supermarket, fibre ultra fast broadband and the potential for a commuter train in the near future. “People want to move here because Pokeno has a rural, friendlier feel and they can purchase and move in quickly. In just a few years Pokeno will be seen as a very modern town.”

Jobs for the futureThe new Yashili baby formula plant, under construction at Pokeno, will offer

employment opportunities for nearby urban development which will see 140 new homes completed by the end of this year.


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Over the past couple of years travellers on the Waikato Expressway have witnessed the transition of a large swathe of Pokeno farmland to a

construction site growing houses, not crops. The rate of change has been nothing short of astounding.

The seemingly rapid development of Pokeno into a 400ha suburban development, comes after nearly a decade and a half of planning which has involved local landowners, the former Franklin District Council and Waikato District Council.

In the next 50 years the Pokeno population is expected to multiply to 6000 housed in an additional 1500 dwellings.

According to developers, Pokeno Village Estate (PVE), a joint venture between the Kerry Dines Group and Fulton Hogan, the town is destined to become a vibrant hub for its new ‘live, work and play’ community.

PVE which expects house sales to top 140 by the end of the year, will release sections over the next 20 years.

Demand for the first five releases has been so

great, land-only sections have sold out although land and house packages are available.

A number of builders have purchased sections in order to offer high quality homes at affordable prices. There is a range of options to suit everyone from young families to retirees.

Design guidelines have been drawn up to encourage good use of suitable building materials and appropriate architecture for the rural environment.

The single-storey new builds are either three or four bedrooms and include en suites and garages as standard.

The new subdivision’s proximity to the motorway has made it a popular choice for commuters travelling to work in both Auckland and Hamilton.

With bustling Pukekohe and Tuakau just a 10-minute drive away, new residents are already enjoying the benefits of belonging to Franklin’s special rural community.

Heading north they are minutes away from the Bombay services’ gas station, eateries and shops as well as two fruit and veggie stores

stocking local produce.The residential sections are just part of the

Pokeno story. Other plans include extensive recreational parks and sports grounds, a new school, neighbourhood walkways and a reinstated Market Square that will become a focal point for the community.

Pokeno’s strategic location at the intersection of State Highway 1 and 2 is at the heart of the region’s population and economic growth area known as the ”Golden Triangle”, an area defined by the cities of Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga.

Being just 40 minutes to Auckland CBD, 55 minutes to Hamilton or Thames and 25 minutes to Auckland Airport, it’s no surprise Pokeno was chosen as the New Zealand site of the huge Yashili baby formula plant, currently under construction.

Situated on the 80ha Gateway Business Park, the $210 million factory will create more than 100 jobs directly at its plant with many more in supporting services.

Like the extra large ice creams it’s become famous for, Pokeno’s future looks sweet.

Cream of cropWhen a newly built Waikato Expressway diverted trunk line traffic away from Pokeno township some years ago, it looked like the rural village would become a sleepy hollow.

But now residential and industrial expansion is breathing new life into the area.


In 1864 the ship Helenslee sailed from Glasgow to Bluff carrying 140 passengers, many of them destined to settle in Pokeno as part of the Waikato immigration scheme.

The Government wanted to establish a European settlement in Pokeno to consolidate the Crown’s position after the Maori Wars.

So it was that those early Scottish settlers were buried, alongside British soldiers who had fallen in the conflict, in the military cemetery on what is now known as Helenslee Road.

The headstones that still stand, look across the valley where houses have recently been built for Pokeno’s new wave of settlers.

They haven’t had to endure an arduous three-month sea journey to get here but like the original settlers, they are proud to call Pokeno home.

Retirement from the printing industry coincided with a move to the country for one of Pokeno’s first residents in the new Pokeno Village Estate bordered by Helenslee Road.

Peter Moy and his wife Gail sold their former Half Moon Bay home 16 months ago, “downsizing slightly” to a new three-bedroom bungalow in Mark

Ball Drive. “My wife’s family came from this area and I had always yearned to live in Pokeno,” says Peter. ”The houses were affordable, the land was good and it was the right time to sell in Auckland. Everything worked out right.”

He says the location, just a 10 minute drive to Pukekohe or Tuakau, is a bonus, and he is pleased with the way in which neighbouring properties are shaping up.

“We were one of the earlier people to come here and we are very pleased with how Pokeno is developing. There’s a real community. People are very friendly and down to earth. I would definitely recommend it to people looking to move.”

On the downside, Peter says the brackish water from the bore supply needs to be remedied by Waikato District Council as soon as possible – “it’s cost me $1000 in water filters!”

A few doors away, neighbours Alf and Marie Neilsen moved from Katikati a year ago to be closer to their family.

Marie was brought up in Patumahoe and moved to the Bay of Plenty when engineer Alf retired 18 years ago. “We were on a lifestyle block and found

ourselves coming up and down to Auckland more and more,” Alf says. “We originally planned to move to Pukekohe but we lost out on three houses at auction.

“The prices in Pokeno were very attractive so we decided to move here. It’s been a very good investment as we’ve seen prices go up by as much as $60,000 since we bought.”

The Neilsens agree there is a good mix of families and retirees on the estate and they especially love hearing children enjoying the small playground opposite their home.

With views across the motorway to Pokeno Church, they say traffic is seen but rarely heard.

One of the deciding factors in their move to Pokeno was the development’s design and layout regulations which had ensured a high standard.

Now, they are looking forward to the opening of a Countdown supermarket but in the meantime are happy to drive to the bigger retail centres of Pukekohe and Tuakau.

Looking ahead, the Neilsens suggest a shuttle service to Pukekohe would be a boon for non-drivers. “And, a train service would be lovely.”

New settlers thriveWho would have thought in 1864 when 140 Scottish immigrants arrived to make

their home in rural Pokeno, the town would just smoulder along quietly only to ignite 150 years later into a roaring community with prospects on the horizon?

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Not surprisingly, the Franklin district is a popular choice for people wanting to escape Auckland’s soaring property prices and frenetic lifestyle.

Beautiful countryside, a slower pace of life and the friendliness of its residents are attracting growing numbers of city dwellers who are shifting to this green and pleasant land.

New housing developments and subdivisions are cropping up throughout the district to meet the demand, some nearing completion, some yet to start.

Here’s a snapshot of where they are. This list is indicative only. For a more comprehensive overview of building opportunities in your area, contact your local land agent.

Anslemi Ridge, Pukekohe■■ – 200+ lots. The fourth and final stage of this popular development has been released. Opportunity to either land bank or design and build. A range of section sizes to accommodate terrace housing through to architectural homes starting at 416sqm to 674sqm.

Clover Estate, Isabella Drive, Pukekohe ■■ – 43 north-facing sections ranging in size from 400sqm to 800sqm. Stage 1 sold, Stage 2 selling fast. Sections from $245,000, house and land packages from $650,000.

Cape Hill Road, Pukekohe■■ – 18 titles of 1100sqm to 1600sqm each. Resource consents are on the way to further subdivide into 36 lots. Surrounding area developed and built. Excellent neighbourhood and good school zoning.

Regis Park, north-eastern side of Pukekohe ■■

Heights – a few sections remain on this popular new development which is well underway.

Pukekawa■■ – lifestyle bare blocks, one of 5.6 acres, one of 13 acres (two possible building sites); house and land packages available.

Awhitu, Cemetery Road■■ – some lifestyle blocks ranging from 2.62 acres to 11.49 acres and a sizeable lot of 112.8 acres incorporating 70 acres of grazing with 10 acres suitable for hay. Magnificent views overlooking Big Bay awaits the buyer of a 25.21ha lifestyle opportunity, which has approval for a subdivision of 8 lots.

Bombay Heights subdivision■■ – stage 2 comprising a further 20 sections under development with title issue due early 2014. Price indication from high $300,000s.

Clarks Beach ■■ – a flat 2.4 acre bare block is for sale for $429,000 while a waterfront block of 9.4 acres, which includes a wooden barn, will set you back $975,000.

Patumahoe, Searle Drive/Woodhouse Road/■■

Fletcher Lane subdivision – 200 residential lots. Stage 3 released. Several house and land packages available from $548,000.

Waiau Pa, Seagrove Landing ■■ – a 26-lot lifestyle enclave overlooking the Manukau Harbour. If you’re after a big section, this could be for you.

Section sizes range from 2500sqm to 3950sqm. Both sections and house and land packages available.

Waiuku■■ – there are a number of small to medium size developments currently being marketed in the township. These include an executive development at Colombo Road, Wentworth Estate (Harbour Crest Drive). More than 50 titles will be available with sizes ranging from 640sqm to 790sqm, priced from $210,000. In Taurangaruru Road there are a number of lifestyle sections ranging from 5032sqm to 1.5ha.

Eighteen sections are available on a newly-developed executive subdivision with all services

close to town. House and land packages available. A subdivision in Brights Road is offering lifestyle

sections from 1100sqm to 1600sqm each. Titles available in 2015.

Tuakau, Elizabeth Street ■■ – 1492sqm residential land. Resource consent to be applied for four titles. Plans available for four x three bedroom units.

Moira Drive (Tuakau), Stage 4 commenced. Section sizes range from 480sqm to 947sqm. Titles due early 2015.

Ngati Tipa Trust is releasing four lots on Thorn Road, sizes from 396sqm to 462sqm. Titles pending.

For more developments see pages 24, 25, 31.■■

Housing hot spotsThere’s been plenty of talk about the supply and demand of residential housing

in and around Pukekohe. Sections tend to be snapped up fast but more developments are on the horizon as outlined here.

Whistle stopDespite the disappointing news that Pukekohe Station’s planned upgrade and electrification of the line has been postponed yet again, there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Weekend rail services are scheduled to start in early November providing an hourly service between Pukekohe and Papakura on Saturday and Sundays when diesel shuttles will connect with new electric trains.

Franklin Local Board has vowed to keep the pressure on Auckland Council to get improvements to the local line but it’s delighted residents will get a weekend service at last.

Pukekohe Station was opened in 1875 when it was known as The Pukekohe Railway Station and Telegraph Office.

Its original wood and iron structure remains, albeit in a dilapidated state, as does a large goods shed.

In its heyday, the station contained a ladies waiting room, public vestibule, railway and postal room and porters’ room.

There were four sidings in connection with the station and the staff consisted of the stationmaster, two cadets, a messenger and a porter.


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Are you in the zone?

Pukekohe has been deemed a satellite town to accommodate bursting at the seams Auckland and several areas have been earmarked for new housing and

industrial or commercial development.Franklin Local Board has identified land suitable

for a ‘future urban zone’ in the Pukekohe Area Plan as well as the creation of a rural buffer zone. It covers future developments in Pukekohe, Paerata to the north and Buckland to the south.

In addition to identifying new housing areas, the plan sets out possible sequencing for this future growth.

At the top of the list are the Belmont and Wesley College Special Housing Areas, which are discussed in a separate article.

Next comes: North East Paerata:■■ Light industrial, terrace

housing and apartments, mixed housing. There are plans to extend the area’s existing

residential and industrial development and enable higher density housing and additional employment around a future train station.

Drawbacks: There are known geotechnical constraints in this area which will need to be addressed through the structure plan process.

North West Paerata: ■■ Mixed housing and single housing. This area could provide for a mix of

residential housing that responds to the landscape, rolling topography and streams in the area.

South Paerata and Adams Drive:■■ Mixed housing and light industrial. A large area of mixed housing could be developed with approximately 20ha of light industrial land potentially being developed north of Adams Drive.

Drawbacks: There are some flooding and geotechnical constraints in this area as well as sensitive landscape and ecosystems that will need to be considered carefully through the planning process.

Pukekohe North West: ■■ Mixed housing and light industrial. This area could accommodate mixed housing and approximately 70ha of light industrial development. New builds could provide an extension to the existing residential development at Lough Bourne Drive.

A light industrial zoning at Heights Road would allow the expansion of existing rural service and industry activities and enable similar activities to locate there.

Drawbacks: Flooding is a known constraint in this area.

Pukekohe East Central: ■■ Mixed housing and light industrial. A light industrial zone could complement existing uses at the raceway, and be less sensitive to noise than other urban activities (e.g. housing).

Further from the raceway, the closeness of the train station makes this a good location for mixed housing.

Pukekohe East:■■ Mixed housing and single house. This area is anticipated to accommodate a mix of residential densities to respond to the rolling topography, stream network and landscape values.

Pukekohe South:■■ Light industrial and single house. This area is well connected to existing industrial and business land around Manukau Road, and is close to existing infrastructure connections.

A light industrial zone could enable more automotive and equestrian services, complementing existing uses at the raceway.

These activities would also be less sensitive to noise than other urban activities such as housing.

The area identified for single housing could provide for low density residential similar to the existing housing in Buckland village.

Drawbacks: New east-west transport linkages may be required to service the area and there are known geotechnical constraints.

Buckland/Pukekohe Hill: ■■ Mixed housing and single house. The area between Buckland and Pukekohe Hill could accommodate a mix of residential densities to respond to the landscape values of Pukekohe Hill.

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Three large local residential developments have been awarded Special Housing Areas status. Anslemi Ridge, Belmont and Wesley College subdivisions are part of

a total of 63 SHAs to be announced by Auckland Council to enable new homes to be fast tracked to boost the city’s housing stock by 39,000.

Of the 5,370 homes to be built in Pukekohe, at least 4,500 will be at Wesley College in Paerata on land that is currently a 205ha dairy farm. Trustees for the school have recently purchased a further 67ha at nearby Clover Downs Farm as well as agreeing in principle to move the college to a new location freeing up a further 30ha for development.

The housing project will become a small new town over the next 15 to 20 years with up to 6,000 sections providing for detached family homes, terrace houses and apartments, schools, shops and a retirement village.

The development has the backing of Franklin Local Board members who consider it to be in the right place. “We support the Wesley development as it is in an area that simply makes sense,” says Andy Baker, board chairman.

“It is not elite soil, it is on main transport links and is geographically suited for development.”

Under the provisions of the SHA, council is obligated to process resource consents in six months rather than the standard three years.

The subdivision is expected to yield a

substantial sum, possibly several hundred million dollars as the sections are developed. The Wesley College Trust Board expects that its share of the returns from the subdivision will materially increase the assistance it can provide to students.

Board general secretary Chris Johnston says the development is in line with the Council’s vision of Auckland as the ‘most liveable city’ and would include some 13ha of walking and cycle networks, five hectares of neighbourhood reserves, and 30ha of green riparian zones.

He says the Council has given priority to the proposal because it is a ‘transit oriented development’. “We will reopen a former rail station on the perimeter of our property so right from the

first stage of development residents will be able to take the train to Auckland.”

The current plan is for the Methodist Church to carry out the development itself through a charitable company it has formed, Grafton Downs Ltd, rather than sell the land to a developer.

“We are now working with architects and engineers to prepare the proposal and our goal is to begin the site works in October 2015 with the first house occupied in 2017,” Mr Johnston says.

A housing development of this sort has been part of Wesley College’s long term planning for some time. While its dairy farm earns $500,000 per year, this falls well short of what is required to fully fund the school.

The decision to move the college was prompted by older buildings requiring costly earthquake strengthening while some of its newer buildings have leaky building syndrome.

In addition, the trustees say the special character of the college is better suited to a rural setting.

“Wesley College is effective because it gives disadvantaged students a chance to move out of environments that are not conducive to learning and into one that is,” Mr Johnston says.

“The Board has agreed in principle that the college will move to a new location, probably within the next 10 to 15 years, and it prefers a site that is not too far from the current site.”

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Belmont ploughs aheadIt’s been years in the planning but the bulldozers are now ready to roll on turning farm fields into family homes on the western fringe of Pukekohe.

The much-anticipated Belmont housing development is back on track with earthworks expected to start before Christmas.

Gwen Bull (pictured) is the intermediary between the landowners and the council. She was brought in 18 months ago because the project had stalled, firmly stuck in a mire of officialdom.

Ms Bull has an impressive background in local politics not least as the indefatigable chairwoman of the former Auckland Regional Council and, more recently, as a local government commissioner.

Not only did she break the impasse enabling Belmont to progress but she is widely regarded as being responsible for it’s inclusion in the Government’s Housing Accord and being made a Special Housing Area, which she says will drive the development.

“It’s an exciting development and we are trying to do things differently. Ponds in the original plan have been replaced with 12 wet and dry basins which will be planted.”

Other innovations to protect Belmont’s special environment have been incorporated in the development’s infrastructure.

“I want people to be clamouring to get into this development,” says Ms Bull.

She says Berla (Landowners Development) is on the cusp of getting the finer consents signed off and will soon be in a position to speak to potential developers.

The land is still being used as market gardens by the landowners that make up Berla.

The 72ha development will provide approximately 720 new homes over the next 10 years.

Good news for first time buyers is that Belmont will include affordable homes priced at between $416,000 and $436,000.

It will also provide for a mix of

housing types, matched to current shortages. These will include smaller two and three-bedroomed units and larger four and five-bedroomed houses.

The development will also feature 13ha of parks and reserves including a new sports park, conservation areas and generous open spaces as well as a small shopping centre.

The Ministry of Education has already purchased 4ha of land in Jutland Road for a new primary school and early education centre.

It is anticipated that the school will initially provide for 200 students from years 0 to 6. It will have the capacity to grow to 500 students.

Local Board chairman Andy Baker says he is pleased that the considerable investment in the project undertaken by both the landowners and the council is finally coming to fruition.

“Whilst it is in an area where there are good soils, if you were to use that as the mechanism to determine where growth might go, there would not be too many areas around Pukekohe where development could occur,” he says.

“As a local board we have supported the work on Belmont and have used it as an outer edge for the new rural urban boundary.”

Last month two blocks of land, totalling 8.3ha, came up for sale signalling the area’s first significant development opportunity.

It’s SHA status means Belmont can be fast-tracked for residential development to assist in easing Auckland’s housing shortage. The entire development is scheduled for completion by 2025.

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The region became a Mecca for people such as Richard Neutra, Craig Ellwood, and Charles and Ray Eames, who were designing houses that re-defined the floor plan to be more open-plan and casual.

They showcased a distinctive clean-lined aesthetic and dwellings that were nestled into the landscape, rather than plonked on top of it. But such bespoke designs usually came at a high-end price.

It took the commitment of developers such as Joseph Eichler in San Francisco and architect Donald Wexler (an early advocate of prefabrication), to devise a design-and-build system that brought good-looking homes to the suburbs – at an affordable price.

At Box™, we’re mad about the mid-century aesthetic not because we think it’s fashionable, but because we believe it complements a relaxed style of living that is Kiwi to the core. What’s more, the design ideas they were using in California in the 50s and 60s can and do work for our New Zealand climate.

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An AWArd-Winning first homeA young couple approached Box™ after buying a section in a Lower Hutt suburb that was difficult to build on because a storm-water drain ran the length of the property.

Box™ architect Tim Dorrington turned this problem into an opportunity. He designed the house in two distinct forms: a living block surrounded by decks that seem to hover amidst the greenery; and a bedroom block raised a half storey, which cleverly elevated it above the drain and provided storage and a garage below.

Clad in low-cost polycarbonate sheet, at night, when the lights are turned on, the cube-like storage zone glows like a beacon providing enough outdoor illumination for family gatherings. The budget was tight, and the footprint, at only 115 square metres, was tiny. However, the result was big on design ideas.

The house was recognised in the Small Project Architecture category of the 2013 Wellington Architecture Awards. The jury commented that the home “provides evidence that cost effectiveness need not be predicated on the mundane.”

fAmily to the foreA north-facing section in the heart of Remuera would usually be much sought-after but the site was vertiginous with complicated issues of access that sent other home builders packing.

Box™ accepted the mission to design and build a home with three bedrooms and two living areas for a family of five. Architect Tim Dorrington used a modular grid in his concept, with rooms set out in increments of standard material sizes. This meant less offcuts, which is better for the budget and for the environment.

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dwelling is reached by a driveway that is slivered alongside a Victorian cottage and leads to a mechanised turning platform for cars. From here the owners descend by foot via a set of stairs to the home below.

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in the holidAy mood Recreating the feeling and look of a bach was part of the brief for a dwelling and sleep-out on a coastal ridge with sea views to the horizon.

Box™ designed the main home to wrap around a protected pohutukawa that grew right in the centre of the building platform. The tree became a sculptural point of focus in an internal courtyard.

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Internally, plywood wall and ceiling linings and particle board flooring lend a nostalgic charm. There is no plasterboard in the house, so no painting was required. Built-in elements such as window seats, shelving and outdoor benches meant this weekend escape needed minimal furnishing. The kitchen, dining and living zones are separated by a built-in divider. The home has a dual nature: it can feel cosy and cocoon-like in winter yet expansive full-height glazing makes it outward-looking in the summer months.

Coloured-glass louvres become the artwork in the home where accessories are minimal. These

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Other pops of colour are provided by yellow sliding door frames and a front door – a playful palette which adds to the holiday mood.

sWeet, sWeet semi-retirementRelocating from London to Waiheke Island meant a radical change of lifestyle for a couple who looked at more than 40 houses before deciding to build on a section with wrap-around views.

They liked the aesthetic of the Box™ homes and the guarantee that it would be delivered on a fixed fee. Their new home now makes a striking statement on the hillside. Steel cross bracing and cubist forms provide some geometric grunt, while splashes of colour offset the impact of the black exterior.

The couple liked the simplicity of the prefabricated design and placed the kitchen at the heart of their home. Box™ then planned two bedroom ‘wings’ either side of this culinary hub.

One wing houses the master bedroom zone and a cosy sitting room, while the other comes in useful for accommodating friends who often visit from overseas. The three elemental building blocks of the home enclose a central deck which is sheltered and perfect for morning coffee or evening entertaining.

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Standing proud at the centre of some of New Zealand’s most elite soils and prime agricultural land, Pukekohe could be seen as an unlikely saviour to Auckland’s urban

expansion.But with its population expected to more than

double to 50,000 in the next 25 years, pockets of what was once farm land are being transformed into large, new housing estates.

The Auckland president of Federated Farmers, Wendy Clark, has seen this expansion at close hand in the village of Patumahoe where her family has run a dairy farm for the past 30 years.

One of Franklin’s first new wave of housing developments, the 10-hectare Patumahoe subdivision of a former market garden, is now all but complete.

The location of the development fits in with her organisation’s preference for growth around existing towns and settlements such as Pukekohe and Patumahoe where existing services can be expanded.

“We recognise that the rural community has to do its bit in accommodating some of Auckland’s growth,“ she says. “But I don’t want to see the rural districts having to absorb more than their share because the rest of Auckland is refusing to do so.”

It was originally recommended that 70 per cent of Auckland’s growth should occur within the urban boundaries through intensification.

“Some urban areas have reacted unfavourably to that concept, meaning the rural districts are, by default, faced with potentially having to mop up 50 per cent of Auckland’s growth.”

Pressure on infrastructure in rural areas, particularly roads and on the limited remaining productive soils in the Auckland region, would be the result.

She says that while conversion of green field sites could benefit individual farmers looking to leave the industry and who were happy to sell to developers if the opportunity arose, it didn’t help those keen to keep farming in the district.

“Residential expansion is a threat to the future of agriculture in Franklin,” says Ms Clark. “That’s a shame because there are economic advantages to farming and growing near a city such as being close to consumers, to ports and service providers.

“Conversely, city dwellers seem to value a substantial green belt around their fringe. If you fly overhead you’ll see what a narrow band of remaining green belt exists between the metropolitan urban limits and the southern Auckland boundary.”

Ms Clark says new green field developments on a few strategic large plots of land in single ownership, such as the proposed Wesley College subdivision, were designed to help council and the Government fast-track attempts to catch up on the deficit of housing in Auckland.

“The challenge will be to keep up with the expanded need for more infrastructure and employment in Franklin,” she says. “Council hopes to protect the remaining productive land by curtailing subdivision.

“Those exiting farming may prefer to subdivide in order to maximise their sale price but the difficulty for those trying to farm amid a plethora of residential blocks are the reverse sensitivity issues that arise.

“New neighbours often don’t realise that rural areas are working environments with accompanying noise, odours, dust, sprays, commercial sized buildings, traffic, unsociable working hours and changing land uses.”

Balancing actAccommodating urban intensification throughout Franklin, and balancing that with

the need to protect arable land and farming interests, poses a number of challenges as Federated Farmers Auckland president, WENDY CLARK points out.

Demand eruptsOne of Auckland’s lesser known volcanic cones is scheduled to be subdivided to ease the region’s population explosion.

Some 9.93ha of the north eastern slopes of Patumahoe Hill have been given the go-ahead for an urban subdivision of 73 residential lots and a commercial area.

The hill, on Kingseat Road, is classified as an eroding volcanic cone. It is currently used for cropping and has three existing dwellings.

The subdivision is still in the planning stage but it is expected that the greatest number of lots will be of the ‘conventional’ size of 800sqm.

Further subdivision that would alter the lot size would be disallowed.

At least one neighbourhood or playground reserve will be included in the development along with walk and cycleways and a horse riding track.

Villagers are hoping that a viewing area at the hill’s summit will be incorporated to allow residents extensive views across the landscape.

Subdivisions on Woodhouse/Searle Roads and Fletcher Lane, Patumahoe are virtually complete.

Wendy Clark

Searle Road subdivision with Fletcher Lane development top righthand corner.


Versatile Homes & Buildings is a reputable New Zealand brand built around quality, integrity and value. With more than 40 years in the industry, Versatile team

members are the building experts to talk to.We’re making it our goal to help every Kiwi have

the home they’ve dreamt of. Versatile Homes & Building’s ambassador, New

Zealand rugby legend Richie McCaw, proudly stands behind the brand, having built a Versatile home of his own. Richie says he chose to support Versatile, which was established in Christchurch – because of the company’s focus on both quality and value.

The Franklin franchise of Versatile Homes & Buildings has been owned and operated by locals Bridget and Dave Sutton for the past 19 years. They are Registered Master Builders and can offer peace of mind through the comprehensive Versatile and Masterbuilders Guarantees.

Bridget and Dave invite you to view their Pokeno Showhome, a showcase of the high standard of finish Versatile promises.

Versatile boasts a range of popular plans featuring open plan living areas, walk in sculleries, outdoor entertainment areas, and much more.

Our proven plans can be fully personalised

to your specific requirements or if you are after something a bit different, bring in your ideas and we can work with you through our in-house draughting service, to bring your ideas to reality.

Our experienced Versatile team will guide you through your council requirements, taking care of the building consent to managing the entire building process. We can include everything from driveways through to curtains. Our thorough approach, vast experience and impeccable communication, will make the build as hassle-free as possible.

From house and land packages to farm buildings, sleepouts, complete design build solutions, we offer the lot. Bring your wish list and we will come up with a concept that suits your lifestyle, matches your needs and fits your budget. As the name suggests we are… Versatile!

A key difference that sets us apart, is the trust the small family team shares with our clients, and genuine enthusiasm toward your project, each is welcomed to the Versatile family.

Pop in and talk to our helpful, down to earth team or visit our showhome.

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Growth spells more lessonsFrom the country’s oldest registered secondary school to a tiny village school with fewer than 30 students and everything in between – you’ll find them all in the Franklin area.

There’s more than 50 schools spread across the region with enrolments averaging out at just over 400 students per school.

Whilst the oldest school is Wesley College in Paerata, the largest public school is Pukekohe High with more than 1500 students.

A number of students also choose to catch the train from Pukekohe to Papakura to attend ACG Strathallan, one of New Zealand’s largest private schools.

The smallest school in the area is Paparimu Primary near Hunua with a roll of around 20 children. This tiny rural school has been an integral part of its community for more than 100 years.

Most schools in Franklin are in the upper half of the decile scale and some offer alternatives to NCEA. There are a small number of private schools, mainly Christian, based around Pukekohe.

The Ministry of Education is currently gathering and evaluating information on new housing developments in the Pukekohe/Franklin/North Waikato areas and the potential impact they may have on the school-aged population in the area.

Katrina Casey, head of sector enablement and support, said the department owned a site in Belmont suitable for a new primary school.

“If and when the demand is such that a new school is required and can be sustained, we will consult with the community,” she said. “There are no plans at this stage to build a new school at Pokeno. The capacity at the existing primary school can be expanded when the demand warrants it.”

The Catholic Diocese of Auckland is in discussions with the MoE about two possible sites it could use for a Catholic secondary school in the southern part of Auckland.

The Diocese has indicated that the application would be based on an opening date of 2018.


With one foot firmly in the rural idyll and the other in suburbia, and a short commute to the Auckland business district, it’s no surprise

Karaka has become a popular lifestyle choice for many families.

Its two largest developments, Karaka Lakes and Karaka Harbourside, have virtually sold out of nearly 1,000 residential lots.

The attractive landscaped setting is also popular with retirees. Summerset Group Holdings recently announced it will double the size of the retirement village it is building in Karaka, to 6.8ha.

Plenty more subdivisions are in the pipeline to meet demand.

Development of Kingseat Village is expected to start within the next couple of years. Around 2000 houses are planned for some 260ha of farmland, formerly Yates seed farm.

It will boost the resident population from its current 600 to 5000. The average lot density will be 10 dwellings per hectare which means few new lots will exceed 700sqm.

Half acre blocks are available at the neighbouring Karaka Inlet development in McRobbie Road, Kingseat, with more than half of its 30 lot division already sold.

Developer Peter Rudkin said a number of purchasers were intending to build ‘dual living residences’ i.e granny flat, where a relative could

live independently.Part of the council requirements for the new

Kingseat Village development plan is a new road giving access directly into the Karaka Inlet area from the village centre.

This will be a continuation of the McRobbie Road and Linwood Roads intersection where a major upgrade will result in a large roundabout or traffic lights.

Further housing will be developed at the former Kingseat Hospital site (home of ‘Spookers’ haunted attraction). The owners have been granted permission to demolish buildings, shift trees and develop a number of mainly residential lots.

Karaka to Kingseat and beyond!

Karaka has been to the fore of the New Zealand thoroughbred industry since 1927. Home to prestigious stables and the internationally famous Karaka Bloodstock,

its pedigree is undeniably first class.


Inishfree Park is a quality residential subdivision located between Papakura and Drury just off the Great South Road. There are currently 5 sections remaining in Stage 5 (construction completed 2014) and Hugh Green Group is intending to release Stage 6 comprised of 24 sections in October 2014.

Covenants are set that provide security to all owners that the subdivision will be developed to a high standard and Hugh Green Group offers generous extended builders terms.

The subdivision provides large sections starting from 750sqm located near both the Papakura and Drury interchanges of the Southern Motorway. There are numerous childcare, primary and secondary schools in the near vicinity including Drury school, St Mary’s primary school and Rosehill College as well as Papakura shopping district and Massey Pools.

For more information contact Brigid 021 855 516 ([email protected]) or Gavin 021 649 186 ([email protected]) HUGH GREEN GROUP DEVELOPMENTS

The Hugh Green Group has several other current developments available for sale and lease including:

Residential Subdivision in Flat Bush, ManukauResidential Subdivision in Welcome Bay, TaurangaLocal Retail Complex in Flat Bush, ManukauLarge Retail Development in Pinehill, AlbanyIndustrial Design Build Land in Wiri, Manukau

HISTORY OF HUGH GREEN GROUP

Hugh Green Group has evolved from the Green & McCahill group of companies and is comprised of a number of privately owned

as owning large areas of residential land in the greater Auckland region and substantial tracts of farmland in the Auckland and Waikato regions.

Whilst the recent focus has been on investment the Hugh Green Group has maintained an interest in engineering construction through the development of some of it’s existing landholdings. The company is actively involved in the development of residential subdivisions

lease on its industrial land at Wiri and a new facility is currently being built for Penske Commercial Vehicles with expected completion early 2015. Recent projects include a Kidicorp childcare centre in Flat Bush and a Palmers Retail Centre in Pinehill, Albany. The strength of the Hugh Green Group can be traced back over 50 years. Hugh Green met Barney McCahill in 1949 and they formed the Donegal Construction Company with two other Irishmen and worked in Melbourne laying watermains for the Melbourne Metropolitan Board of Works. In 1952 the company split but Hugh and Barney carried on a partnership and started work in Wellington laying cables for the Post and Telegraph Department. In 1953, they moved to Auckland and formed Green & McCahill (Contractors) Ltd.

In the 1950’s Green & McCahill (Contractors) Limited made major contributions to contracts for pipe laying for the Auckland

constructing subdivisions both on a contract basis and on its own land.

The next 20 years was the heyday of earthmoving in New Zealand, and Green & McCahill made a name for itself all over the country. In the 1980’s the company was widely known for its part in such major works as Marsden Point, the New Zealand Steel Mill in Glenbrook, the Te Marua storage lakes near Wellington, and the restoration of the collapsed Ruahihi Hydro Scheme.

If the success of the company over the years could be put down to anything it must have been to its philosophy and ability to evolve with the times. With one eye on the future

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Spanning the eastern coast of the Hauraki Gulf to the western coast of the Manukau Harbour, Franklin includes a number of inland and coastal settlements such as

the Awhitu Peninsula, Karaka, Ardmore, Hunua, Bombay, Clevedon, Whitford, Beachlands, Maraetai, Kawakawa Bay and Orere Point.

Franklin is proud of its country feel and, horticulture aside, the forests of the Hunua Ranges and the coastal bird habitats along the south and western shores of the Manukau Harbour are of international importance.

Some of the critical infrastructure supporting

Auckland is located in this area, such as the water reservoirs in the Hunua Ranges, as well as gas, water, electricity and telecommunications lines.

The Hunua, Ararimu and Paparimu Valley Residents’ Association was formed to work with Franklin Community Board and Auckland Council on issues affecting their area and its chairman, Malcolm Bell, was elected to the board at the last election.

However, those living in the Hunua environs, for example, have the advantage of living near the lovely Hunua Falls with its picnic grounds and walks and the John Hill Estate offers wines and dining on

one’s doorstep.Furthermore it’s just a short drive to Clevedon

village with cafes, farmers’ market, shops and more nearby vineyards, while on the drive to Kawakawa Bay, motorists will stop and purchase from Clevedon Oysters factory shop. Grown and harvested locally, Clevedon Oysters are a favorite on many New Zealand restaurant menus.

And, of course, it’s not far to beaches and various other rural attractions.

Not surprisingly with this level of community involvement, sections are few and far between in this area.

Mangatawhiri lifestyleAt the southern reaches of the Franklin district is the seaside settlement of Kaiaua and Mangatawhiri, home of the largest organic dairy farm in Australasia.

Marphona Farms began as a family business in 1983 and has continued to expand to farm over 1800 hectares. On site is its own organic dairy factory which processes Green Valley milk to sell throughout the country.

It is one of the country’s largest privately-owned dairy farms, owned and managed by the Pulman family.

There has been a dairy factory in the village since its early settlers built one at the turn of the 19th century.

Another nationally-recognised business based in Mangatawhiri is Twining Nursery, growers of ‘living walls’ hedging.

Technically Mangatawhiri is within Waikato but its nearest town is Pukekohe where many of the residents go to shop and work.

Over the years a number of farms in Mangatawhiri have been cut into smaller

lifestyle blocks. Many of these residents commute to Auckland to work while enjoying the rural life and the benefits of being in a close-knit community.

Further to the east, nestled on a section of the Firth of Thames known as the Seabird Coast, is Kaiaua.

It is the summer home to not only a variety of migratory Arctic wading birds, but to a steady stream of human visitors to its motor camp and many baches.

The settlement is seeing a growing number of permanent residents who think the awesome sunsets, nearby hot springs and a world-famous fish and chip shop is worth going the extra commute for.

Sections come up for sale periodically and are snapped up by savvy buyers who want a unique lifestyle.

Views over farmland and the Firth of Thames are a drawcard and are sought after for the quietude and the opportunity for alternative living.

Contrary to popular opinion, Franklin isn’t just about growing potatoes and onions, but encompasses some of the most beautiful coastal settlements in Auckland.

Escape from it all

One could be forgiven for thinking that the frantic development of Franklin district and close surrounds is all about work and not play. But you would be wrong.

The Auckland Plan is committed to creating more sports fields and recreational space for the burgeoning population. Not only do planned new developments incorporate extensive recreation areas in their designs including walking tracks, cycle and bridleways and nature reserves, but existing facilities are being improved and extended.

One such scheme is the 40ha Opaheke Sports Park south of Papakura where eight new sports fields and changing rooms are being built in time for the opening of this summer’s cricket season (weather permitting). It is also expected to become the home of Papakura Pony Club and will include a large area of reserve set aside for informal recreation.

Its other function will be as ‘transfer fields’ enabling other parks in the Papakura/Drury area to be temporarily closed while they undergo upgrading. Eventually it will become a multisport facility complementing Bruce Pulman Park near Takanini. Some 10ha of land have also been earmarked for a multifunction sports facility in Hingaia.

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How will the sale of one of the country’s most profitable farms help create more than 7,000 jobs in Franklin? The controversial foreign sale of the

13,800ha Lochinver Station near Taupo became one of the hottest political potatoes during the last month’s General Election.

Bought for more than $70m by Shanghai Pengxin, it was sold by the Stevenson Group with the proceeds earmarked to help fund its huge Drury South business project.

The final consents to the 223ha industrial zone next to Drury Quarry are expected to be confirmed before the end of the year. The park will accommodate construction, manufacturing, wholesale trade and distribution activities and create a projected 7,000 jobs locally while contributing $2.3 billion per annum to the regional GDP. It will take 15 years to develop.

The project began as a way of providing an industrial buffer zone around the quarry’s traffic routes. Drury Quarry has been owned and operated by the Stevenson Group since 1939. It supplies approximately one-third of Auckland’s aggregate and has a remaining operating life in excess of 150 years.

The sale of Lochinver, which has been in

the Stevenson family for more than 50 years, is awaiting Overseas Investment Office approval.

The property was bought in 1958 by the late Sir William Stevenson, company founder. It was developed by his son Ross from mostly scrubland to the iconic farm it is today. Last year the farm wintered about 60,000 sheep and 3,500 beef cattle.

Lochinver has three airstrips, a recreational hunting block, 22 staff houses, a staff recreation centre, a school, six cattle yards, three woolsheds and multiple other farm buildings and is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious stations in the country.

Stevenson Group managing director, Mark Franklin said the sale would enable it to help fund the multi-million dollar industrial zone.

“Our core business is not really farming, our core business is quarries and concrete and protecting the quarry routes by doing the Drury south project.”

He said the projected 50,000 population growth in Pukekohe and Pokeno meant Auckland’s industry would increasingly move south to tap into the labour market. “This is going to be the next generation of growth in Auckland as Pukekohe becomes a satellite town of Auckland.”

A matter of business

Housing boomMore than 2,500 homes are due to be built between Drury and Papakura on the Hingaia Peninsula.

It has been made a Special Housing Area and includes four separate developments and additional landholdings.

The first phase covers 570 new homes or sites to be developed over the next three to four years in Hayfield Way. The land, totalling about 50 hectares, is currently used for farming and rural-residential purposes. It will provide a mix of housing types.

Hugh Green Group will develop a large-scale 82ha subdivision at Hingaia South resulting in about 1250 new sites over 10 years. The rezoning, subdivision and resulting development is also expected to provide a mix of housing types.

The land, which is currently vacant, and also used for cattle rearing, is located at a prominent southerly location at the entrance to Auckland.

Around 250 new homes will be built by Parkland Properties over the next two to five years. The site has good proximity to the Papakura interchange

A further 600 homes will be built over five years on land north of Hingaia Road.

Pauline and Robin Bayliss travelled halfway round the world, from Yorkshire to Waiuku, and ended up surrounded by Yorkies again. But that’s not why they love

their litt le piece of rural paradise.“We went to the recent Yorkshire Day in

Waiuku and were surprised to fi nd about 200 people there, all with Yorkshire connecti ons,” says Robin. “It was a great get-together, but we have no desire to live in the UK again.”

Since they packed their bags in 1974, bound for New Zealand, Robin and Pauline have never been back to Britain.

Working in the steel industry in Sheffi eld, Robin could see competi ti on from other countries would take the shine off future job prospects, so when he spott ed a newspaper adverti sement for staff at Alcan in Wiri, Auckland, he jumped at the opportunity.

Within a few months he, Pauline and their six year old daughter had sold their Sheffi eld house and sett led in Auckland.

Aft er various moves around the city, the family ended up living in Howick. There they had a lovely old house with a large secti on, with adequate room for Pauline’s hobby breeding pugs and griff ons. But having seven dogs in a close urban area was always a worry.

“We had council permission to have extra dogs, but we were always on edge in case the neighbours got upset or the dogs barked too much. My brother lived in Patumahoe and had been at us for ages to move out that way, so eventually we decided to shift to the country.”

Discovering how much bang they could get for their real estate buck was the fi nal decider. With reti rement approaching, the need to live on reduced income was an important factor too.

“We sold in Howick for $900,000 and bought

in Waiuku for $500,000. That got us two and a half acres with a two bedroom cott age, which we spent $100,000 renovati ng. A bonus was when we ripped up the carpet, exposing rimu fl ooring, which is lovely and also far more practi cal with dogs.”

Asked how they use their acreage, Robin replies airily, “we don’t do anything with it.” He then reveals that as well as 11 dogs, there are three alpacas, two donkeys, two goats, and an olive grove. Oh, and two birds and a cat, and the four metre boat that Robin has built.

“And we cut about 50 bales of hay off the property, enough to see us through the winter.”

The donkeys came “because we saw a three-week-old one and fell in love with it. And, of course, you can’t have one on its own, so we had to get another.”

The alpacas were acquired through a trip to a dog show in Feilding.

“It was cold, so we went into a shop to buy some gloves and came out with a pair of gloves each, and three alpacas. The people running the shop were breeders, and soon had the animals delivered north.”

Now reti red, Robin and Pauline are enjoying their rural lifestyle. They commuted to work in East Tamaki and Botany for a couple of years, and really appreciated coming home to such a restf ul atmosphere. They’re certainly not missing the traffi c now. “We can get most things in Pukekohe, so we don’t have to travel far.”

With most of their immediate family nearby (including nephew Steve and his wife Jenny – see our story page 41) Robin sees no reason to move.

“We’re defi nitely bett er off here, parti cularly now that we’ve only the pension to live on. The local people are really nice. And, everyone has dogs around here!”

From Yorkshire to rural NZ paradise

Jennian Homes PAssion for BUildingJennian Homes Franklin owners, Vincent and Michelle Costello, have been building quality homes in the Franklin region for more than a decade.

With 40 years combined industry experience clients can trust Jennian Homes to build them the home they’ve always wanted.

Jennian Homes Franklin is focused on delivering clients their dream home, by exceeding expectati ons, building trust and supporti ng them every step of the way.

The company has a team of local experts who are committ ed to building homes on budget and on ti me. Let the experts guide you through the process of building a home that refl ects who you are and how you like to live.

The Costellos defi nitely love being a part of the excitement of building families their dream homes.

Michelle says, “I believe that building a home should be a really exciti ng and fun experience for families. I love and am passionate about every step of the process of building.”

Vincent adds, “We off er passion and experti se, and like to establish a personal relati onship in which clients are the focus.”

So how do you get the home you’ve always wanted? Pick the builder that will listen to your plans, take the ti me to understand your personality and craft the custom-designed home your family will love.

If you’re thinking of building, get in touch with Michelle and Vincent to start discussing your plans.

If it’s inspirati on you’re aft er, Jennian Homes Franklin’s workmanship can be seen at its newly opened Pokeno show home at 22 Helenslee Rd, Pokeno. Open 11am-2pm Wednesday-Friday, 12pm-4pm Saturday/Sunday. Email [email protected] or phone 0800 jennian.

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With more than 1200 full time staff and 200 semi-permanent contractors, NZS is the largest single employer in the Franklin area and

contributes over 1% of New Zealand’s GDP. Producing more than 90% of New Zealand’s

requirements for steel, the company supplies many building construction materials for roofing, framing, cladding, as well as hot and cold rolled steel, pipe and aggregates.

Ironsand from the nearby Waikato North Head plant is pumped through a 19-kilometre underground pipeline (the first of its kind in the world) to the Glenbrook steel mill, where a unique process is used in steel production.

Glenbrook remains the only steel manufacturer in the world to use titanomagnetite sand as its source of iron.

Importantly, NZS supports the community in many ways besides providing jobs.

While sponsorship is the largest area of financial assistance given to the community, the company also makes donations to a range of causes including schools, community events and charitable organisations.

For several years, NZS has organised a ■■

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16kms), working with the Department of Conservation, local authorities and Karioitahi Beach Care Group.

Since 2003 funding support from NZS has ■■

enabled the DARE drug and violence awareness programme to be available in local schools. The eight-week, Skills for Life programme is run by the police.

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the environment by implementing a formal environmental management system, providing a structured process to monitor and improve its environmental performance.

This in turn has many benefits for the environment, the community and the company’s reputation as a responsible commercial organisation.

It has operated its own solid waste landfill since 1991, opening a new area in March 2010. The land is to be returned progressively to grazing land once filled.

As with other areas of the NZS site, there is a full ground water and surface water monitoring plan. The community air monitoring station monitors dust levels in the community.

From time to time rumours have swept through the district that the steel mill would close, particularly during the economically turbulent 80s when the mill’s ownership changed periodically.

In 1992 a controlling interest was taken by Australian company BHP, giving the mill a more stable basis.

The recent announcement of $50 million to be spent on a billet caster, due for commission in June 2015, offers the prospect of an extra 70 jobs during construction.

New Zealand Steel is part of the BlueScope group of companies with more than 100 facilities in 17 countries, employing over 16,000 people.

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The New Zealand Steel (NZS) plant at Glenbrook has loomed large over the land around Waiuku since it began operations in the 1960s. Physically imposing, its flames

lighting up the night sky, ‘the mill’, as it is known locally, is also a major economic force in the district.


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Moving to Waiuku could have been written in the stars for the Bayliss family. It was on a visit to Tuakau that the heavens spoke to Jenny.

“I’d never even heard of Tuakau, but we went to visit friends who had moved out there after living near Botany Town Centre.

“They’d bought about four acres and had a pool, chooks and a goat. That evening as we all sat out on the deck enjoying the open spaces and the peace and quiet, I looked up and noticed the sky was covered with stars – and I realised I’d never been able to see them in the city.”

That night a seed was sown in Jenny’s mind. Living on a tiny 500 sqm section in Dannemora, “where you could reach out the window and touch the neighbour’s house” there was no space, no privacy and certainly no stars to be seen above the glare of the city lights.

She and husband Stephen started to think how

they could escape the urban jungle, and began to look for their own slice of rural bliss.

Property prices proved too steep in Pukekohe, so the couple turned their attention to Waiuku, moving into their new home on 1000 sqm of land in 2005.

For Jenny, this was a reminder of her childhood on the outskirts of Whanganui, “with horses and cows behind the house”.

“The neighbours here have livestock and there are tui and moreporks in the trees. On our first morning we woke up to hear a donkey braying, and we thought, ‘now we’re really in the country!’”

As for the other neighbours, they’re dead quiet – the Baylisses live beside the cemetery.

Now with two children, Troy (five) and three year old Hayden, Jenny and Stephen are finding Waiuku has many advantages over the big smoke – although since becoming part of the supercity, rates and other charges have crept up.

“But it’s quieter, cleaner and there’s less traffic,” says Jenny. “I can drop the kids off at school and playcentre and be in Pukekohe by nine o’clock for work.

“And there are plenty of places to take them in the weekends. We’re close enough to visit Auckland city if we want to, and it’s just as handy to Hamilton. Living here, we don’t really feel like Aucklanders.”

They don’t miss the city party scene either. “I lived in London for three years,” says Jenny.

“Once you’ve done the social thing, you’re just living.”

Long term, the family would like to move a bit further out of town on to a larger block with more of a rural feel, and room for more animals to join their four cats – “maybe some chooks and a few cows.”

In the meantime, they’ll keep on gazing at the stars – and hitching their hopes to them.

Wishing on a starThe night sky, open spaces and farmyard sounds inspired

one family’s move from compact urban living to a rural community where they can still access the ‘big smoke’ if necessary.

Stephen and Jenny Bayliss with their sons Troy (left) and Hayden.


Beautiful Waiuku, west of the Bombay Hills and just 55 minutes to Auckland City, has fast become highly desirable among homeowners seeking a warm, small town

environment, new build opportunities and fair pricing for house and land packages.

What’s more. the family-run, Waiuku company, Lipscombe Development Ltd, not only has a reputation for quality workmanship at affordable prices, but can now offer 10 house and land packages just a five-minute walk to Waiuku township.

A respected Licensed Building Practitioner, Lipscombe Development Ltd has been building quality homes in South Auckland since 2005 and has a total of 27 years industry experience.

Now, the team is delighted to offer new home buyers the opportunity to purchase a gorgeous home in the Modello Lane subdivision, close to New World Supermarket, the medical centre and Waiuku central with just a 22-minute drive to Pukekohe.

Individually-designed to the layout and size of each section, each house will average 205 square metres and, where possible, will include four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two living areas.

With quality, affordable homes coming up for sale on a regular basis, Lipscombe Development Ltd prides itself on the quality of its builds and has had nothing but great feedback from happy, satisfied clients.

What’s more, there couldn’t be a better time to tap into their expertise and become the owner of a brand new, spacious home in one of the country’s prettiest and friendliest locations.

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Counties Landmark Homes is a well-established, new home building company run by a professional team who will help you to design and build your dream

home.Landmark Homes takes care of everything when

it comes to designing and building your dream home – whether you have an existing site or are looking to buy a new section; or removing an older home to design and build a new home on the same site.

We work closely with our clients to make sure their home is personally designed to suit their specific needs.

Respecting and listening to our clients’ build requirements and most importantly their build budgets and we can assist with finance advice if required.

When you sit down with Landmark Homes, the team will guide you through the plan book so you can see what kind of home may suit your family’s requirements and budget.

Working with our architectural designer and our professional sales team, we will ensure that we

design a home to meet all of your requirements – for site, sun and budget. It’s a complete start-to-finish package which includes working drawings and building consents.

Landmark Homes will work closely with you during the build process to personalise your new home – ensuring we listen and include all the home ingredients and specifications to turn your house into a home.

Landmark has a fabulous design book which offers a selection of home designs – to help capture your ideas and bring them to life.

To get an idea of what Landmark Homes can do for you head along to the showhome at 4 Fountain Lane in Karaka. It’s open seven days a week 11am till 4pm; or phone 0800 82 84 53 to make an appointment. Or view our website www.landmarkhomes.co.nz.

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Whether building a dream home in a new location or rebuilding on an existing site, Landmark Homes is committed to enhancing the way

east Aucklanders live, one home at a time.


New Zealand has a strong ‘do-it-yourself’ culture, which is why we love to build our own homes. With the experienced team at Platinum Homes, would-be

homeowners can have a brand new home designed exactly how they like it at a very competitive price.

If Platinum Homes’ new Karaka showhome is anything to go by, home buyers can be assured that a brand new Platinum Home will be constructed with quality materials and finished to the high standard expected of a home. They will be proud to

share it with family and friends. When working with an established building

company, such as Platinum Homes, clients reap the benefits of the invaluable knowledge the company has gained in home construction over many years. The team works diligently to overcome any obstacle so their clients will enjoy an exciting and stress-free new build experience.

To add to the quality and beauty of a Platinum Home, the team will always provide the whole price from the very beginning with no hidden costs.

“We provide great value for money building options,” says sales manager, Murray Taylor. “And we are very upfront about the cost of building, we won’t hide additional costs.”

To find out more about the great options available when you invest in a brand new Platinum Home, check out new showhomes at 340 Karaka Harbourside Drive in Karaka and at 67 Ina Ville Drive, Pukekohe. For enquiries call the friendly team on 09 296 0177 or 09 238 7777. Alternatively, visit www.platinumhomes.co.nz.

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Many Kiwis dream of building their own home but, sometimes, it is surprising that people do choose to build when there are so many opposing forces.

Banks traditionally have been reluctant to lend as much for a new build – thankfully that has now changed to a degree.

Existing properties are tangible, heavily promoted and are a relatively easy transaction. What you see is what you get – hopefully.

It can be a minefield trying to work out which of the thousands of builders available you want to use and also to discern exactly what you are getting for your money.

Sadly, there are many stories of horror builds and cost blowouts resulting in people not enjoying the building process at all.

Some people put building their own home in the too hard basket – confusion and uncertainty can put them off. Others settle for what is available when they could achieve what they really want and increase their equity in the process – just by building their own home.

All of the above is why it is so refreshing to see a company like KEY2, the only one of its kind in New Zealand, which specialises in the sale, marketing and project management of land and developments as well as house and land packages.

KEY2 is a fully-licensed real estate company and each staff member understands real estate, finance and the build process.

Consultants have no conflict with existing properties and have saved countless clients time and money.

For a relatively small team they account for a significant amount of all land sales in the Auckland region!

If you would like to learn more, have land to sell or want to build that dream home then call Emily Brown on 021 510 759 for a chat or email [email protected]. She will provide sound advice on which to make a decision.

Refreshing approach from KEY2

The team at Emandee Homes can be proud that their homes feature in a number of prestigious Franklin subdivisions with new projects under construction in Anselmi

Ridge, Pukekohe, Karaka and further afield.A family concern, Mike, Lisa and Mark

established Emandee Homes in 2010 after recognising a need in the industry for a “hands-on builder” who could bring quality, personalised service and a competitive price tag to an in-demand industry.

Specialising in the construction of new homes, the team has 50 plus years of combined building experience and is proud of its reputation for high quality workmanship and commitment to results.

“Focused on attention to detail and expert workmanship, we offer full design and construction expertise using only the best materials from leading suppliers,” Lisa says.

“We achieve competitive pricing through our long-established supply chain relationships and are supported by a dedicated team of Licensed Building Practitioners who offer on time and on budget homes of the highest quality.”

Right now, Emandee Homes is looking forward to moving into the Anselmi Ridge subdivision

with a fresh project in the New Year and house hunters can expect to see a fantastic new show home opening in March at 56 Anselmi Ridge Rd, Pukekohe.

Anyone keen to build in the Franklin area is encouraged to contact Emandee Homes where the

team can offer building solutions for all budgets whether it’s a first home or achieving the dream home. “We are genuinely passionate about building and bringing people and homes together, so let us make your dream a reality. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed.”

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To learn about NZ Home Builders, it pays to go to the source – in this case clients, Opie Bosson and Danielle Johnson. Danielle says that after meeting the team at NZ

Home Builders she and Opie soon had plans for a beautiful home which made the most of the views of a small lake and rural landscapes.

On asking what was the most difficult part of building, it was a welcome change to hear that deciding between handle A, B or C, and what colour the granite should be were about the toughest parts of the process these clients encountered.

Of course, the benefit of having a colour consultant on board at NZ Home Builders meant that good advice was never far away.

Clever colour decisions are apparent throughout the home. From the blue of the kitchen splashback to fresh greens in the dining and living areas, these bursts of colour blend harmoniously.

When asked about the build process and timing, the feedback was quite astonishing. Danielle says NZ Home Builders proved “perfect,” high praise no doubt.

She backs up what she says by mentioning that the couple were in their new home the week before Christmas, as promised months earlier. Now, we all know that Christmas is a date that many promise to meet, but often fail to achieve at the last minute.

NZ Home Builders is the one stop home building specialist and it is the company’s number one goal to make your building project hassle-free from start to finish.

NZ Home Builders has a range of building options from a seamless design and build service to turnkey home and land packages and a great range of standard plans. The team also offers expert advice on property subdivision, investment properties and portfolios, and offers a range of tailored financial solutions to suit most situations.

For added convenience, NZ Home Builders has an in-house design team, which, in conjunction with the sales team, will work through a brief and budget to establish guidelines prior to building your home.

Taking a plan and converting it to a finished “turnkey” stage, with everything complete, right down to the landscaping and clothesline, is something the company specialises in. And if you don’t already have a section in mind they can go the extra mile to source a site for you so you can design and build your dream home.

Having an established range of house plans to suit most situations, means NZ Home Builders can build a home from their range or can modify an existing plan to meet your requirements. Their

range of plans cover a variety of options including two, three or four bedroom single storey homes, two storey family homes, homes designed for compact or sloping sites, options for media rooms, ensuites and walk-in wardrobes, open plan living and cleverly planned duplex or holiday chalets.

NZ Home Builders offers a range of tailored financial solutions from low deposits, to the freedom of making no mortgage payments while your home is under construction. The company has contacts with mortgage brokers, banks and specialist residential construction lending companies so, if you need help financing your build, talk to them first.

NZ Home Builders promises not to seek any financial commitment from you until complete alignment with your needs and budget has been reached. They are 100% committed to that promise.

NZ Home Builders will build you an innovative home to an excellent standard and, of course, this home will be covered by a 10-year Master Builders Guarantee.

The key to a seamless build experience is the professional partners to which NZ Home Builders is aligned. From the sales team, designers, planning consultants, banks and mortgage brokers, through to quality tradesmen, the team will ensure your experience is an enjoyable one from start to completion.

The highly talented team at NZ Home Builders would love the opportunity to work with you to achieve maximum results.

Call today on 0508 726 357 or visit the showhome at 41 Harbour Crest Drive, Waiuku which is open every Wednesday to Sunday from 1 to 4pm.

Alternatively, view the standard range of plans and see some of the homes we currently have for sale on the website www.nzhomebuilders.net

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The team at Ultrawood Homes invite you toexperience our Lockwood Skagen show homeat 212 Great South Road, Takanini.

As your local Lockwood Authorised Builder, Ultrawood Homes is committed to the key values that have helped to build Lockwood’s unparalleled reputation over the past 60 years – consistency, quality, innovation, sustainability and reliability.

Bob and Richard at Ultrawood Homes have built more than 300 Lockwood homes, and they are on hand to talk to you about your dreams and ideas, and the best way to build a new home for you, ready for a lifetime of memories.

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While some people can’t see the wood for the trees that can’t be said of Lockwood homeowners.

They know that wood is good – as do most people of the land – so much so that Lockwood was voted the 2014 most trusted home builder in New Zealand by Reader’s Digest.

Every year, Reader’s Digest conducts a ‘New Zealand’s Most Trusted’ survey, with the aim of uncovering Kiwi attitudes on the most trustworthy professions, people and brands.

Lockwood took the accolade for the second year running, putting it alongside other ‘Most Trusted’ category winners Whittakers, Kiwibank, Kenwood and Sony.

The category was created in 2013 as a response to the many issues that the building industry had faced in recent years and to acknowledge the importance of trust to the consumer when making purchase decisions.

Son of the founder and current CEO Joe La Grouw Jnr said of the win that it was a huge accolade for the company and gave great pride to the Lockwood team and its network of builders and homeowners nationwide.

The award continued the many accolades for Lockwood, including a gold award at the Registered Master Builder House of the Year Awards 2013 and becoming the first company to achieve the new CodeMark for its patented complete wall system.

“The CodeMark was not only a recognition of the company’s devotion to excellence, it was a challenge to us to keep improving our systems, our design and our relationship with our franchised builders throughout the country,” Mr La Grouw said.

“Lockwood is a precision engineered system that has been proven in all kinds of situations over 62 years, standing up exceptionally well

to cyclones, earthquakes and all kinds of environmental challenges.”

Mr La Grouw said that other important features such as the Sustainable Forests certification showed that Lockwood had its eye firmly on the future.

To learn more about Lockwood Homes visit Ultrawood Homes new showhome at 212 Great South Road, Takanini.

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As Kiwis search for affordable homes, it seems more and more Aucklanders are heading down the country to build new lives. However, are new arrivals to

Franklin destined to be restricted to pre-planned subdivisions? Pukekohe local and co-owner of A1 Homes, Tony Smith, says the sky’s the limit when lifestyle’s being considered!

“Our showhome in Pokeno [8 Kilbryde Crescent] is a great example of the modern, spacious homes being constructed throughout the region. However, because we can build anywhere throughout Auckland, Franklin and even the Coromandel, our customers aren’t restricted to any particular, established subdivision.”

With more land becoming available for building in the region, Tony says people are flocking to Franklin for a slice of country life within suburban surrounds.

“Many people we talk with don’t want to move too far away from the rat race, but are still chasing a more rural outlook and a greater sense of community. While Pokeno has all of these bases covered, there are many other towns and rural areas in Franklin that do so as well.”

And those wanting more land for their money a little further a-field can still find lifestyle living within their reach.

“We specialise in building, not land speculation, so we can offer 100% independent advice when it comes to where people want to build their new homes. And, whatever that may mean, from a suburban section to a spacious lifestyle block, we’re ready to roll up our sleeves and get the job done.”

Of course, those who have been looking for land in all the wrong places can talk to Tony and his team too! “Thanks to local knowledge and our network of industry contacts, we can certainly help people find the land they’ve been looking for anywhere in Franklin,” he says.

Tony advises all newcomers to the region should stop by A1’s showhome in Pokeno as a first step. “Number 8 Kilbryde is a three bedroom, two bathroom plus study home and it’s proven very popular. However, it’s just an example of the top

quality workmanship customers can expect from our experienced team and all of our work carries a Master Builders’ guarantee.

“While many people do purchase direct from our extensive range of plans, we can also mix and match designs or think beyond the box as required. At A1, we employ only the best possible local contractors to ensure we have the flexibility to adapt to meet our customers’ varied requirements.”

And buyers best beware if other showhomes in Franklin, and beyond, seem too good to be true. “Some showhomes have all the bells and whistles but, when you get down to it, these come at extra cost. With us, what you see is a good example of what you get.”

Building the A1 wayWhether looking for suburban living, or a lifestyle home, Franklin offers a wide range

of options, and Pukekohe-based A1 Homes is ready to open the door to our region.

To help make your Franklin dream home dreams come true, contact Tony on 021 880 380, by email [email protected], or see A1’s website at a1homes.co.nz.


Based on a solid foundation of family values, Jalcon Homes is known for building top quality, architecturally-designed homes to suit the varied needs,

desires, sites and budgets of Kiwis. Jalcon brings a comprehensive range of

capabilities, experience and industry knowledge to every project. The team’s building expertise and know-how comes with a reputation for excellence, the company having built award-winning homes year after year for more than 20 years.

Particularly desirable is that every Jalcon home comes with the 10-Year Master Builders’ Guarantee and the company’s own 15-Year Jalcon Weather Tight Warranty to ensure future peace of mind. This means clients are working with a trustworthy company which aims to take the risk out of building dream homes.

The scope of the team’s collective expertise and the agility of company processes means clients receive a custom-built result.

From finance and land, drawings and consents, to unlimited interior design consultations and construction – Jalcon pulls everything together with minimal fuss or pressure. By taking away the worry and stress of working through site constraints, council consents and design issues, Jalcon can offer a start to finish process.

For those wanting a unique plan to reflect their own lifestyle requirements and their dreams, Jalcon offers a design and build service for any kind of structure from contemporary to replica villas, architectural and specific lifestyle plans.

Each design starts with a blank page with no two homes built to a set plan – it’s all about that element of individuality.

For those with land they wish to subdivide, using the sale of one section to finance a new home for themselves, Jalcon can work through the subdivision options.

And, once again, the company can manage all the processes of subdivision consent, development reporting, engineering planning, drainage planning, underground power and Telecom connections, council development fees – the list goes on.

Finally if you love your address but not your house, an experienced consultant can also advise and assist in removing existing homes, redesigning and rebuilding with Jalcon to attain a brand new, quality home on the same site.

Ph Denise Gale or Paul Reid on 0800 512 512 www.jalcon.co.nz

Jalcon leads the way– to building your dream home

Located on Auckland’s beautiful Pohutukawa Coast, Pine Harbour is an oasis of calm away from the suffocation of the city, yet only 35 minutes from

Auckland’s CBD.In the throes of extensive development, which

will include new housing, a vibrant community precinct and new businesses including retail, Pine Harbour promises to be one of Auckland’s most sought-after suburbs.

Residents will have the choice of various new housing options from sophisticated terrace-style townhouses to exclusive marina view apartments.

And with nearby beaches, an international golf club on its doorstep, a thriving world class marina, plus buzzing bars, eateries and the prospect of new businesses, those seeking the ideal lifestyle will discover that Pine Harbour is where living, working and playing meet.

Pine Harbour’s new lifestyle choices include:The Quarters■■ – sophisticated one and

two-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom

townhouses with superb water views in the West Quarter while the North Quarter will encompass a unique mix of three and four-bedroom, terrace-style townhouses and two-bedroom duplex housing.

The Brae■■ – architecturally, distinctive townhouses; a contemporary, Kiwi interpretation of the iconic Cape Cod design with boat-house influences.

Every home at The Quarters and The Brae has been thoughtfully planned and created by the best architects and designers. All have modern layouts and high-spec finishes with an innovative use of space to evoke the freedom and recreation that come with coastal living.

What’s more, these two new enclaves, as well as other residential homes in the Pine Harbour area, will be served by an exciting precinct called, The Landing. It will consist of public spaces, boardwalks, lane-ways, restaurants, cafes, bars and work places. It’s also where locals can catch the ferry direct to the city with the impressive Ranger House and Reliance House anchoring the precinct.

The Landing will be the perfect place to enjoy coffee with friends, grab a bite to eat or greet someone arriving on the ferry. For a lucky few it will also provide the perfect work environment.

And, from The Green, which hosts the renowned Saturday Fresh Market, it’s just a step to Pine Harbour’s world-class marina and boat park.

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Beachlands was first developed in the 1920s when it was subdivided into 870 sections for mainly weekend baches. It has been growing steadily ever since with

increasing numbers of Aucklanders choosing to live there.

Earmarked as a dormitory town for Auckland’s burgeoning population, the area is in the midst of a 125ha development set to more than double its existing 3800 residents to 10,000.

It’s easy to see why the ‘marine garden suburb’ is so popular. Located on the beautiful Pohutukawa Coast, Beachland’s many coastal resources include Sunkist Bay beach, complete with boat ramp, just two minutes from the town centre.

Five minutes away, at Maraetai, are the district’s best all-tide sandy beaches and two wharves. Between Beachlands and Maraetai is Omana Regional Park with playground, barbecue facilities and incredible views of the Hauraki Gulf and islands.

Five minutes in the other direction is the world class Formosa Auckland Country Club and restaurant with an 18-hole golf course designed by Bob Charles. A separate sports complex has a heated swimming pool, gymnasium, indoor tennis and squash courts.

Adjoining Beachlands is Pine Harbour Marina with full berthing facilities and support services enabling convenient access to the Hauraki Gulf. Regular passenger ferries go to Auckland and Waiheke Island.

Not surprisingly it’s an increasingly desirable area for people commuting to Auckland City who want to live and raise a family in a rural/coastal environment and extensive new housing is well underway there.

Other attractions include boat clubs in both Beachlands and Maraetai and a wealth of other sporting clubs and facilities including summer touch rugby, winter rugby, soccer, netball, tennis, horse riding and the award-winning Whitford Forest mountain bike trail.

The Te Puru Sports Complex features floodlit tennis courts, baseball and rugby grounds and skateboarding.

Although more than a quarter of Beachlands’ residents work in the city, the locality also provides opportunities to interact with the urban community in Howick, Botany and Flat Bush, as well as the rural communities of Whitford and Clevedon.

Subdivision of farmland is eventually expected to yield 500 new homes at Pine Harbour along with

a business zone for a Countdown supermarket and shopping area at the Beachlands roundabout.

Houses in old Beachlands traditionally range from clifftop mansions to rundown baches on quarter acre sections while the newer areas of Pine Harbour, Spinnaker Bay and Pony Park contain homes on 700sqm with smaller gardens.

The Environment Court is presently considering an application for resource consent for a 160-lot village of 186 household units and apartments, a country pub with 10 guest rooms, a community building, and retail and commercial lots on the site of a 92.8ha cattle farm at Whitford-Maraetai Road.

A surrounding jointly-owned lot contains service facilities, access, an 80-space parking area and native vegetation planting. It directly adjoins the Formosa Country Club and golf course, three kilometres south of Beachlands.

There are plenty of sections for sale in the area including some newly-released 800sqm plots at Marina Heights on Karaka Road which should be ready to build on by the end of the year.

The up-market subdivision at Spinnaker

Bay has just released Stage 6 of this waterview development. Land and land and house packages are available with sections priced from $550,000. Titles due February 2015.

Registration of interest is now open for the eagerly-awaited apartments in Pine Harbour. Offering a choice of two and three bedrooms plus contemporary, open-plan living areas these are expected to appeal to first time buyers and retirees.

Pinebrook Estate in Maraetai is a private development, one ridge behind Maraetai Beach.

Sections range from the challenging to more gentle slopes. Several land packages of the 50 lot subdivision available.

Between Whitford and Clevedon lies the 160ha gated estate of Solway at Whitford. A blend of native bush and farmland, all blocks enjoy the seclusion and shelter of native trees, as well as a forest area, walking track and riding trails, all exclusively for the use of residents.

Just 35 lifestyle blocks are being created in the park-like setting. This exclusivity doesn’t come cheap and lots are priced from $650,000. Titles due mid-2015.

With a population of approximately 3400, Beachlands is a small

community which highly values the beach lifestyle

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With construction of The Brae underway, four of the 12 Pine Harbour Marina homes have already been snapped up with others under

consideration. And why wouldn’t they be? Embracing appealing

elements of the iconic Kiwi boat shed, they exude contemporary style, the design combining luxury and comfort.

All gardens will be maintained by Pine Harbour so give away the lawnmower and weedeater – your weekends can be spent doing anything but chores.

What’s more, The Brae is set to offer all the design features today’s contemporary families value.

In opting for this modern Kiwi boathouse style, designers Stevens Lawson Architects have created maintenance-free, luxurious homes featuring raked ceilings and driftwood-coloured flooring.

Another oPtionAlso on the market are eight West Quarter Terraces, comprising three levels of well-planned living. Designed to emulate marina industrial buildings of old, this innovative new development

is situated in the heart of an upmarket, coastal enclave.

All Jalcon Homes come with a 10-year Master Builder’s guarantee and a Jalcon 15-year Active Weathertight Warranty. Visit our sales suite at Jack Lachlan Drive, Pine Harbour to make a lifestyle change. Open Friday-Sunday 11am-3pm.

Homeowners looking for an exceptional lifestyle, near the seaside, have been smitten by new Pine Harbour residential development, The Brae.

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Here’s a wonderful chance for prospective homeowners to move into a new, contemporary home within a unique community.

All they need do is visit The Reserve site office, in nearby Flat Bush, choose their home from the plan, pay 10 percent deposit (lodged in a solicitor’s trust account and earning bank interest) then pay nothing more until the new home is ready to occupy around the end of 2015. What’s more, the purchase price is fixed from the time of deposit.

Director Ian Guilford says there has been a gradual but overwhelming rise in costs associated with new home builds.

“There are ongoing rises in the price of materials particularly where a company may have something of a monopoly,” he says.

“They can nudge up prices gradually, confident that the demand for supply, as well as shortages in some areas, will mean price increases are sustainable.

“Furthermore, a lot of people don’t realise that whether we build a home with one bedroom or six, many of the fixed costs remain the same.

“The only way new housing can get cheaper is to build inefficient homes, sacrifice design, and use inferior products. But today’s buyers want much more.”

Thankfully, The Reserve is based on a concept that rejects compromise and is intent on offering quality, community and affordability.

To this end, The Reserve team has focused on healthy, cost- efficient, yet highly attractive houses that will appeal to a diverse mix of individuals and families.

This new development offers proximity to major shopping centres, schools and public amenities thus fostering economic wellbeing. It also enjoys handy access to the motorway.

Adapting to society’s changing dynamics, The Reserve encompasses spacious four-bedroom, terraced homes with twin garaging, comfortable living spaces, aesthetic design, durability, energy-efficient construction and affordability.

UV-protected with thermal-insulated glazing plus core materials to maximise acoustic performance, these stunning homes are designed to be warm, quiet and durable.

And, at the heart and soul of the community is an 8000sqm woodland, in which The Reserve residents share ownership – a recreational asset and haven unlike any other which promotes a green, safe and social way of life.

With prices generally on the up, this is not the time to hesitate. Anyone seriously contemplating home ownership, and not wanting to face higher build costs in the future, should talk to The Reserve team.

You could soon be enjoying your own slice of heaven just by making a deposit now. Then watch your new home grow as you save.

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Pukekohe’s population increased by 11 per cent between the 2006 and 2013 censuses, higher than the regional growth rate of 8 per cent over the same period.

The statistics show in Franklin there are more people aged 65 and over and fewer in age groups between 15 and 54 compared with the rest of Auckland. The median age is 40.2 years, five years higher than the regional median age of 35.1 years.

There are a number of reasons why Franklin supports a larger than average number of seniors, the most compelling is that its rural outlook promotes longevity and that people just never want to leave. If you are one of the lucky people eyeing up retirement options, you will be pleased to hear about two new housing developments specifically targeting your needs.

Ryman Healthcare is planning to build a $100 million retirement village on Valley Road in Pukekohe. It will be developed on a 6.58ha site and is expected to welcome its first residents next year.

The village will consist of two and three-bedroom independent townhouses, apartments and an aged care centre providing a resthome and specialist dementia and hospital-level care. It will feature resort-style amenities including a gym, bowling green, an indoor swimming pool, movie theatre, bar, a hairdressing salon and a chapel.

Simon Challis, managing director of Ryman Healthcare, says the company picked Pukekohe for its latest village because it believes there is an acute shortage of amenities in the Franklin region for retirees. “Franklin is home to Auckland’s fastest growing retired population. The number of retirees has grown by 50 per cent to 9,000 in the past seven years which puts it on par with cities such as Rotorua.”

He said that the new village would more than double the number of aged care beds in Pukekohe. Franklin Local Board chairman, Andy Baker welcomes the announcement. “It will encourage people to stay here rather than having to move out of the community they’ve been part of for a long time,” Mr Baker says. “It will also provide an economic boost.”

As well as providing construction work, the village will create about 100 long-term fulltime equivalent jobs ranging from registered nurses to caregivers, housekeepers to gardeners.

Nearer to town, the former Pukekohe Lawn Tennis Club in Edinburgh Street is the site for 36 freehold retirement apartments. The complex will comprise two blocks of three-level buildings each accommodating 18 one and two-bedroom apartments and is being developed by Bloom Living which has built two similar retirement projects in

Old Papatoetoe and Takapuna.As well as being within walking distance of

Pukekohe centre, each apartment will have its own garden or balcony and a carpark.

Bloom Living director James Klein said the apartments differed from those in more traditional retirement villages because they were being sold with a freehold unit title. This means the homebuyer owns the apartment outright and is entitled to 100 per cent of any proceeds from a subsequent resale.

Work is due to start before the end of the year with completion due in October 2015.

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Healthy homesOn arriving in New Zealand in 2007, I was surprised at how cold and damp New Zealand homes were. I was also surprised that so many home owners just accepted that this was how it was and nothing could be done.

This is not always the case today as some existing homes can be made into healthier homes in a few straight forward steps.

As a director of Eco Habitats, an eco-friendly design and build company and a Homestar assessor, I am committed to improving the standard of NZ homes and use Homestar as an auditing tool.

What is Homestar? Homestar is an independent rating tool created by BRANZ and the NZ Green Building Council. It is based on a number of successful rating tools, but has been tailored to suit New Zealand.

Homestar evaluates the attributes of residential homes in terms of energy, health, comfort and water and its initial aim was to improve the standard of the many under-performing houses.

However, when building a new home everyone should consider advising one’s designer or architect

that they would like a home with minimum 6 Homestar rating to ensure it is warm and healthy.

With the current housing shortage in Auckland, the concern is that the pressure to build homes quickly will be prioritised over ensuring these homes are warm and healthy.

Home owners should be made aware that at present, building to the minimum requirements of the New Zealand Building Code will likely mean that home is under performing.

I recommend installing at least 50% more insulation than the building code requires. Not only does adequate insulation make a home warmer in winter, it makes it cooler in summer and minimises the risk of year-round condensation.

Over the past few years I’ve come to realise, warmer, healthier homes and environmentally-friendly homes are mutually inclusive; it is not possible to achieve one without the other. An eco-friendly home should provide lower running costs and have a sales advantage.

Check out the Homestar website (www.homestar.org.nz) for helpful tips and advice. By Lesley England

With an ever-increasing Auckland population, the pressure of housing availability

continues to rise. So, if you are seeking an

affordable solution to the house and land shortage, what are your options?

Well, take a look at what’s happening at Addison and the Sunline Estate right now – the solution may be closer than you think. Respected, award-winning builder, Finesse Residential, is offering the market a range of house and land packages specifically tailored to the needs of first home buyers and property investors.

Buyers have a choice of single level, four-bedroom or two level, three and four-bedroom floor plan options.

A feature of the designs is the complete turn-key solution including stainless steel appliances

and granite bench tops right down to fencing, landscaping and window furnishings.

Purchasers also benefit from a 10-year Master Builder’s Guarantee.

Smart investors who get in early can also make money with the capital gained during construction.

Finesse Residential can also assist clients with finding finance with 12 month pre-approval.

For those wanting to learn more, Finesse Residential sales consultant, Phill Sharp has put together a fact sheet of available properties for prospective purchasers. Phone Phill on 0272 934 925.

Open homes are held every Saturday and Sunday from 2pm till 3pm at Kauri Drive, Addison.

If a new build is on your hit list, Finesse Residential has the track record and stock availability to provide you with an affordable property to serve your requirements.

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Seeing green over modern designAnyone with an eye for fine architecture,

and a leaning toward sustainable or eco-friendly living will love the buldings featured in Green Modern by Claire

McCall. This beautiful book showcases design-conscious New Zealand houses that embrace a more sustainable way of living.

Ranging from inner-city homes to remote retreats, each of the 15 houses demonstrate how thoughtful design and environmentally-responsive building techniques can work together to produce ecologically-sound living spaces with a sense of calm and simplicity.

Part design inspiration, part practical guide, Green Modern offers examples of homes that adopt a wide variety of responses to enhance energy efficiency, environmental impact, health and comfort. These are ‘smart’, eco-conscious homes that champion style and sustainability in equal measure.

Filled with beautiful colour photographs and helpful floor plans, Green Modern is the ideal reference for anyone considering how to build or renovate a home in a more ecologically responsive way.

But more than that, the designs provide

inspiration for contemporary living options which don’t necessarily have to be palatial.

Some of the houses, holiday homes and apartments, clearly demonstrate that with clever design and skilful use of materials, a compact building can still provide ample living spaces and be aesthetically pleasing inside and out.

The selection of ‘green, modern’ homes range from a holiday property on Great Barrier island to ‘Tent City’ in the Marlborough Sounds and a container house at Muriwai.

Many of the homes use solar panels to harness energy, rainwater tanks to capture water and recycled timbers (and buildings) to form the basis of construction.

Landscaping and site location for sun and views is also taken into account.

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Supplying windows and doors under the FIRST® brand, Franklin Aluminium has made an investment in a new, hands-on display of product options that is paying dividends for the owner managers, Steve and Marlene Wright. “Once people come in the display sells itself,” says Marlene.

That’s not to say that company sales team can sit back and take it easy. They know that customer service is a key factor that carries

operating as it should for the homeowner. Steve has spent 20-years-plus in the window industry and has an extensive background in the crucial area of product installation. That’s his specialty and a part of the job that has a massive impact on how well things turn out for the purchaser. So you’re in safe hands.

The new showroom has a wide range of FIRST RESIDENTIAL windows and doors in Palladium Silver powder coat. Also on hand are stunning entrance door options and examples from the high performance Metro Series.

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Whether an idea or concept is sketched on the back of a paper napkin, or you’ve compiled a scrapbook full of photos and

magazine cut outs, planning a renovation needs to start somewhere.

Choosing an architect or draughtsperson to transform your ideas is something that should not be done in haste. A good design will absorb your character and personality.

Choosing someone local, who knows the area and listens to your vision, is a great start. That person or company needs to know your budget as much as you need to know they can be trusted and that you can put your faith in them to come up with the goods.

Understanding the building process will give a better appreciation of the importance of proper planning. Getting a cost estimate, based on concept plans, will often help you decide if the brief given to the designer will require modifying to bring costs back into line.

The next step is choosing the builder. Monumental changes to the Building Act over the past few years have seen many of the so-called, ‘cowboy’ builders exiled from the industry.

Make sure your builder is trustworthy, carries good credentials, is a Certified or Master Builder, is licensed and that you have confidence in him.

During the planning stages, and right throughout the build, you will have many decisions to make. This can be exciting and rewarding, but also very stressful. Researching materials is important in assuring you achieve the desired result.

More and more emphasis is being placed on sustainable building practices and creating homes that are efficient to run while being environmentally-friendly.

Whilst concrete is frowned upon because of the emissions during manufacture, it offers a fantastic

form of passive heating due to its ability to retain heat.

Consider other sustainable materials and building techniques such as wide soffits (to keep heat out in summer), efficient lighting, solar heating, building to suit the sun, using recycled materials and choosing good insulation.

These can all play a great part in renovating your home to make it warm and healthy for you and your family.

By doing things properly you will achieve the result you want and avoid unnecessary pitfalls.

When reviewing quotes make sure you understand exactly what is included and excluded.

Compare quotes and ask for clarification if you are not sure. It is against the law to engage in any building work over $20,000 without a proper contract with your builder – a hand-written scribble on the back of a notepad is not acceptable.

A well-presented quote with detail, along with a contract outlining everything from terms of payment to what happens in case of a dispute, is required.

There are many things to consider when renovating, but if you are prepared to do your research and use professionals, you will get the desired results and hopefully have an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Planning imperativeSuccessful house renovations rely on a number of components ranging

from engaging a draughtsman or architect to create the design to a tradesman builder who will deliver the end product. But before starting,

the most important element is research and planning.


Great design, quality finishes and customer satisfaction are paramount for any residential renovation project.

Often the simplest design detail is overlooked resulting in a less than perfect space.

We live in an age of increasing technology, increasing power costs and unpredictable weather patterns, while a large proportion of our New Zealand housing stock continues to age and under-perform. Bringing these homes up to standard is certainly achievable and with the right guidance the whole experience can be an exciting journey.

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“I think the most important aspect of any

renovation is to remember there is a solution for any situation and there is an option for every budget,” says Kim. “However, the most important bit of advice for any homeowner looking at any type of renovation, big or small, is to have a plan for the end result. A big picture, so to speak. This will allow you to continue improving your home as funds become available without having to

revisit or reconstruct spaces. Invest in the planning as it will pay off ten-fold!”

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There’s no place like home but making, or rather, building a home can be easier said than done. While most housing companies offer a myriad of well-designed

plans from which clients can choose, sometimes the choices are overwhelming.

What’s more, while some people can easily see how a plan will fit their site and what the house will eventually look like, others have difficulty translating measurements into actual room sizes or visualising the end product.

In many cases, depending on budget, the site and personal aspirations, it may pay to employ an architect. But where to begin?

Choosing a suitable architect may require visiting several firms and while personal recommendations should be considered, remember not one architectural shoe fits all.

A registered architect, who is a member of the NZ Institute of Architects, may be a good place to start and the Institute can also advise on members in your area.

Importantly, working with an architect is a collaboration and one you need to be comfortable with from the start.

On that first exploratory visit, chat informally, present questions, ask to see photos of recent work and generally get a feel for the person to whom you are entrusting your dream.

Take a list of questions to the meeting and be sure to understand all charges, fees and processes before making a decision to go ahead.

A good architect listens to the client’s initial ideas and dreams and talks through the basics so there is a clear understanding of what is involved,

before progressing further. Naturally, you will be seeking creativity, advice,

professional skills and, perhaps, something out of the ordinary, from your chosen architect but before a concept and plans can be drawn up to suit lifestyle, personality, property, budget and family requirements, there will be many elements to discuss.

The outcome will rely on good communication, co-operation, listening, trust and the rapport between client and architect. Once an architect has been chosen the real process will begin.

Many prospective homeowners have strong ideas about a new house but it’s important to be open-minded.

Give your architect the freedom to explore and present new or different ideas – undoubtedly you

will discover options never even considered. Also, clients are often surprised at how much

they prefer the architect’s proposals. Embrace those suggestions that inspire and excite but be firm on areas where you do not wish to compromise.

A good working relationship between client and architect is vital to the success of any building project. Your architect’s design approach and philosophy should fit your requirements. From there the design for your new home will unfold and eventually come to completion under your builder.

Finally, while an experienced, professional builder can be expected to interpret and execute your architect’s plans to a tee, it may pay for them to meet first so everyone is on the same wavelength.

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With decades of experience and dozens of awards for design and build projects, Lite-House was previously based just a short ferry

hop away on Waiheke Island, where they scoped, designed and built bespoke renovations and new homes throughout New Zealand.

Business owner, Bryce Ardern, says expansion into the eastern suburbs has been an exciting and refreshing move and the Lite-House team is keen to help transform some of the older homes in the area.

“The ways in which we create spaces for families to grow has really changed in the last 20 years and many homes in this area were built in the 1970’s and 80’s, decades not renowned for taking advantage of outdoor spaces.”

Alfresco rooms or loggias are something Bryce is passionate about and says people often think they don’t have the option for brighter, more flexible living options with their current home. However, he believes with smart design almost anything is possible.

“There is so much you can do with a room that can be opened up in summer or closed in winter. You can create great spaces for a growing family or to entertain.”

For most of us, undertaking a major renovation can be as daunting as it is exciting. Liaising with architects or draughtsmen, navigating the council regulations and processes and then finding a reliable, cost-effective builder to actually fill the job is a headache for anyone without a good deal of experience. What Lite-House does is take care of all those stresses by managing the entire project.

“It’s our job to take the worries away and make the journey as hassle-free as possible. That’s the advantage of having a personalised service with one point of contact from concept to completed construction.”

Equipped with decades of experience in the building industry, Bryce credits his career evolution from quantity surveyor to architectural designer and master builder with giving him the insights to turn design dreams into reality.

Despite having worked on scores of residential builds, he says the sense of satisfaction and achievement in being involved in a project, from an idea or sketch through to the completion, has not diminished over the years.

He has also enjoyed the privilege of visiting more than his fair share of top quality build projects during his 10-year tenure as a judge for the Master Builders House of the Year Awards.

In 2010, and then again in 2012, the tables were turned as Lite-House earned a clutch of House of the Year Awards for several homes, including a national winner’s award for a shared home and office space which, at the time, set new standards for sustainable building.

Lite-House is offering a FREE one-hour consultation to discuss new major renovation or new home opportunities call now on 0800 372 100.

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Architectural design skills, strong project management capability and professional building expertise are critical to successfully transforming dated housing into modern,

attractive homes. Design and build specialist Lite-House now provides a one-stop solution in your area.

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Mushrooming housing in the district hasn’t yet been matched by any substantial growth in retail outlets servicing the new developments.

Speculation that Westfield will want to cash in on the population boom in the south by building a new mega-centre to either augment or replace its Manukau site has been dismissed as ‘rumour’ by its owner, Scentre Group.

New supermarkets are planned for Pokeno, Karaka and Beachlands, but developers aren’t rushing to start the projects until the population grows.

This is good news for established retail hubs such as Pukekohe and Papakura, which are enjoying increased trade from the new residents who don’t find the 10-minute car ride to the respective centres a problem.

At the Karaka/Hingaia Peninsula development, two large blocks comprising some 15ha opposite the Bloodstock Centre are zoned commercial.

This is where a supermarket could eventually be built although there are strict development controls around the scale of any new shops so as not to affect the vitality of existing town centres.

The Pukekohe Harcourts Rural team continues to excel. Last year the office was named the best Rural Agency of the Year at the REINZ annual awards.

This year it won the national Top Harcourts office in its category and for the last two years Harcourts has won the most trusted real estate agency award.

While delighted to be the recipients of these awards, this dedicated team never forgets that its reputation rests on how they are perceived by

the public and how well they provide the services expected of them.

The Pukekohe Harcourts team believes its mission statement describes what it does and how it behaves:

“To provide an unexpected level of service through a professional team environment where the vendor’s best interests are paramount”.

Spring is a perfect time to sell. If you’re looking for truly great service call us today on 09 238 4244 or visit our office at 24 Seddon St, Pukekohe.

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Equipped with the most advanced technology in road and pavement construction, CEW – Civil Engineering Worx’s well-trained team of contractors

are dedicated to having jobs done on-time and properly carried out.

With more than 30 years of experience in road maintenance, concrete and hot mix pavement, retaining walls, earth moving, surveying, foundations, drain laying, and other special jobs requiring the highest standard of expertise, CEW’s goal is to implement ideas that benefit their clients as well as the civil industry as a whole.

Crews are certified for most sites that require special certificates. They hold all required health and safety tickets and have been assessed under most service providers’ health and safety schemes.

Products are guaranteed to customer satisfaction and all work is executed under the NZ standards of practice.

Specialising in rural development where jobs involve creating accesses to new subdivisions, new entrance ways, driveways, culverts and drainage, all under district local council requirements, CEW is accustomed to meeting exacting standards.

The company offers all types of concrete finishes from standard machine-floated concrete floors, to broom finish walkways and footpaths and coloured exposed concrete.

Working to a client’s architectural drawings or design and producing the required finish is no trouble either.

CEW also covers a wide range of pavements, starting with asphalt roads through to chip-sealed or concrete pavement and works on both commercial and residential projects.

In undertaking architectural paving work for footpaths and walkways, the company uses the

most up to date, modern products that can give an old house a stunning new look or ensure a new house is a wonderful and comfortable environment to live in.

Committed to protecting the environment, CEW also tries to implement sustainable ways to improve resource management, i.e. using recycled aggregate in hot mix or base course.

Plant and machinery are also regularly maintained to reduce emissions into the climate.

CEW can provide the best services for all types of commercial and residential property so why not give us a call?

When it comes to all manner of earthworks – subdivision development, site work, roading, and drainage, CEW – Civil Engineering Worx – offers the highest level of

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Peter and Ian Pascoe of P & I Pascoe Limited have been in the business of cartage and earthmoving for more than 25 years.

A family-owned and operated business, Peter runs the day to day operati ons, his sister Jackie oversees the administrati on side and father, Ian fl oats throughout the business as he slips into a more semi-reti red role.

Peter says the company prides itself on providing customers with the best level of service, skill and equipment.

“Our trucks, trailers and machinery are presented in a professional and highly visible way, exactly how we operate our company.

“We believe our professional approach and image refl ects well on our customers, ensuring they look just as professional to their own clients and customers.”

P & I Pascoe’s excavati on experts are some of the best operators in the business. They are skilled not only in site excavati ons and driveways but can be relied upon for excellent results in almost any excavati on task thrown at them.

And Pascoe’s is proud to employ highly-skilled and competent truck drivers who, along with the rest of the team, contribute to the company’s success.

P & I Pascoe Ltd undertake most of the leading building companies’ site excavati ons and have done so for many years. The team would appreciate the opportunity to provide very competi ti ve quotes on site work for new builds, alterati ons or other site works.

EARtHMoving & bULk cARtAgE At itS bESt!P & I Pascoe Ltd takes earthmoving seriously. Providing a range of earthmoving, digger and bobcat services, the company also operates its own clean landfi ll sites to ensure clients obtain the best package pricing for their site works.

Six-wheeler trucks and trailers are available for bulk cartage work and P & I Pascoe is currently a preferred bulk transport provider for many of the

prominent aggregate suppliers in Auckland.If you require a quote for any of our services

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You wouldn’t buy a home without checking Council records, so don’t buy property without checking the power supply with your electricity network.

In southern Auckland and the northern Waikato the electricity network operator is Counties Power. This consumer-owned company looks after the power lines and other equipment that brings power from the grid to your gate.

The Counties network extends coast to coast from Papakura and Karaka to Mercer, then continues west of the Waikato River to just beyond Glen Murray.

When the power goes off, Counties Power crews find and fix the fault. Faults on the Counties Power network are normally fixed free of charge. Paying for fault repairs on private property is usually the landowner’s responsibility. That can come as a surprise to landowners, especially those moving from the city where private service lines are usually short and underground.

On a rural property there might be several spans of overhead line, sometimes shared with neighbours. Overhead service lines are more prone to faults and repair costs get higher as the lines get

longer, the terrain rougher or the location more remote.

When buying a property be sure to ask who is responsible for the lines and cables connecting the home and other buildings to the electricity network at the road, and remember that on rural properties repair and maintenance costs can be substantial.

Call Counties Power on 0800 100 202 to ask about your power supply responsibilities, connect to the network, locate underground cables, report faults and all power related services.

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Whether building a new home or renovating an existing one, the addition of solar power is a simple task, but one that pays huge

dividends, as SolarKing’s growing list of satisfied customers will testify.

“Reports of bills dropping to just $30 a month are no exaggeration, with the savings quickly paying for the system’s capital outlay,” says SolarKing managing director Roy Maddox.

“As solar gains momentum, more and more of our customers are coming back to us delighted with the much greater than anticipated savings they are making on every power bill.”

In simple terms, solar power generates energy from the sun. Solar panels on the roof convert the sun’s energy into power that is fed into the home’s power board for use throughout the day. Even on a cloudy or wintry day, a solar power system will continue to convert the sun’s energy.

If energy generated by the solar system has been used up, the system will revert to drawing power from the national grid via power companies. However, if the power generated is more than your usage, this goes down the lines back to the power company and they will credit your power account. Different power companies buy back power at differing rates, so it pays to look at all the options.

Using power in ways that make the most of the sun’s energy generation, such as doing all the washing during the day, will make even better savings across the board.

In fact, that is one of the reasons solar power systems are so good for places such as schools, pre-schools, day stay units and hospices, where the major demand for power is throughout the day.

In effect, a capital payback of the cost of a solar system in around six years would be the norm, equating to a real return on investments of around 14-16% per annum. And at the end of that time

frame, all power savings made are money in the bank.

Another great benefit of solar for any new home builder is it is ideal for some of life’s luxuries such as a pool or spa as, again, the heaviest demand for power from these sorts of devices is during the day. Pools, spas and similar can be very power hungry but solar quickly counters the downsides of this heavy additional use.

Of course, the modern home is generally much more mindful of being both energy wise and kinder on the environment, and solar power again scores highly. Add to it devices such as hot water heat pumps and power bills can be reduced even further whilst lessening environmental impact.

The one thing Roy recommends before committing to a particular system is to come and talk to a qualified and knowledgeable team.

“SolarKing are master electricians and very experienced in solar, tailoring each system to suit the customer’s needs. We’re happy to spend time with anybody to clarify any confusion they may have about solar and help them achieve the ideal system to suit their power demands and lifestyle.

“It’s all about satisfying the customer which is why our company tagline says – ‘solar with a smile’.”

How to renovate your power bill

Step on the gas!The old saying, “now you’re cooking...with gas!” couldn’t be truer of many Kiwi homes today.

More and more homeowners are opting for gas either solely for cooking or to operate the wider household – heating and hot water.

A lucky few in the Franklin area will be connected to natural gas – for example, natural gas pipes run along the Paerata Rd, Edinburgh Street and John Street areas of central Pukekohe, but as yet access to natural gas is somewhat limited.

However, bottled LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) is being incorporated into many new homes with people appreciative that it is a clean, convenient energy source.

The great thing about gas is the endless hot water (no running out after three showers) and should the power (electricity) go down, gas still provides options for heating and cooking.

Of course, with gas barbecues and gas-fired patio heaters, outdoor living is also enhanced.

Importantly, gas is a clean, efficient, healthy home solution ensuring houses are warm and damp is reduced. It provides instant and adjustable heat.

Furthermore, gas appliances are generally inexpensive to operate and maintain, often saving money on energy bills.

Gas is also safe with strict regulations governing the handling and storage of gas. Modern appliances also have built-in safety features.

Gas is plentiful in New Zealand and whether one is lucky enough to be connected to natural gas, or is using bottled gas, which is available in various size bottles, generally stored outside, the household will be well catered for.

What’s more Pukekohe and other local areas are well served by an abundance of gas-fitters who can advise on all the options.


TRENZSEATER is an obvious choice for those wanting the interior of their homes to exude style and sophistication through exquisite and exclusive furniture, drapery,

blinds and wallpaper! At TRENZSEATER we have tailored a

specialised interior design service for clients who want professional, sound and expert advice on the development of interiors in residential or commercial properties, both internationally and within New Zealand.

Whatever your project involves, you’ll benefit from the outstanding expertise of our professional interior design team across a range of disciplines to ensure a unique and individual result.

Presenting the very best in all design elements for your project will ensure we achieve an exceptional and original result. This approach has earned TRENZSEATER a respected reputation within the industry for detailing some of the finest residential and commercial properties.

TRENZSEATER has also been internationally recognised as a finalist in the Andrew Martin Interior Design Review. Our interior design work will feature among the top 50 interior designers in the world.

Importantly, our consultants can accommodate

all design briefs, and have extensive knowledge and experience of working with architects, designers and retail clients.

Our service caters for all design processes as well as specifying and supplying all furniture, drapery, wallpaper and blinds required for the project including installation and onsite management.

We also cater for all detailing required in regards to rugs, lighting, accessories, bed linen and dinnerware.

Although TRENZSEATER designs and manufactures its own collection of furniture, the company also distributes and represents a number of other reputable brands which we can specify for your project.

In this way clients are exposed to the very best products available for their project.

TRENZSEATER will offer you a design which is distinctive, modern and sophisticated to ensure your home is an escape where you can relax, entertain and enjoy in the perfect surrounds.

To arrange an appointment with one of our consultants please contact us on 09 303 4151 or call into TRENZSEATER today – 80 Parnell Rd, Parnell. Alternatively, visit our website www.trenzseater.com.

Setting the trend

We can see clearly now!Where once a window was, well, a square window, there’s no guarantee today as to what shape or size a window will be.

It could be round, curved at the top, wall to ceiling, wall to wall, small, big, and it could open in a variety of ways.

What’s more, there are many exciting window treatments to suit all those different window requirements.

With blinds, shutters, and drapes, used separately or combined, protection from the sun, reflection, heat, nosy neighbours and unwanted daylight are all possible.

Many years ago, venetian blinds proved a successful design for limiting light and ensuring privacy.

Today, blinds offer those same essential characteristics, however styles have improved and materials are far superior. With sun, light and privacy protection features, looks range from the contemporary to traditional.

Today’s blinds also offer insulation and heat reflective qualities, which can make for reduced heating and cooling bills.

Of course, window treatments can make a decor statement or blend in with the surroundings with curtain fabrics available in a huge range of patterns and textures from filters and sheers through to gorgeous linens, cottons, easy polyesters, patterns and plains, jacquards, opulent velvets and more.

And, there’s something about drapes that add a sense of luxury and interest. They can make a statement in themselves with colour, detail and various heading treatments, or they can act as a luxurious background to the rest of the room.

Remember, light or pastel colours can make a small room look larger; they create a subtle ambience and are easy on the eyes. Try to avoid dark colours in small rooms as they will close it down.

On the other hand if the room is large and a bit impersonal, darker colours will gather in the room, creating a rich, formal ambience. Quality linings will help filter sun, insulate and offer a longer life for drapes.

Finally, it’s all about location. Although window placement can’t always be changed, proper positioning of window treatments can make a difference to over-all effect.

For example, in a room with a low ceiling, create an illusion of height by installing curtain track near the ceiling and allowing drapes to fall from full height.

Where windows are narrow, extend curtain tracks beyond both sides of the frame so curtains stack off the window. This will maximise light and make the most of views.

For those who want light and privacy, then a filter-style curtain with a retractable lining may achieve the desired effect and, for those whose property provides all the privacy needed, it may be possible to do away with curtains altogether. Roller blinds or shutters may be all that is required.


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This accolade is considered throughout the world as “the Oscars of Interior Design industry” by the London Times.

We are privileged, and honoured, to be recognized as one of the 50 top interior designers in the world that are to be featured in Andrew Martin’s book this year.

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Many a homeowner planning to redecorate has stood in the middle of a room and thought, “where do I begin?”

Obviously, the idea is to have a plan and to have done some research such as leafing through magazines, scanning company websites, visiting show homes and general accessing any source which can provide inspiration.

While interior design solutions are virtually endless, and there are a multitude of styles and moods to suit different décor tastes so some simple tips may set the undecided on the right path.

Suggestions include;Steer clear of over-crowding a room – less is ■■

often best, too much clutter will make a room feel cramped. However, even if you prefer minimalist you won’t want the room to seem sterile either. It’s all about balance and maintaining a feeling of warmth whilst retaining a sense of space.

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– Frame children’s art, make up a portrait gallery of family photos or, if you have plenty of travel shots, consider having one or two printed on canvas and blocked. This is not

usually expensive and can be a reminder of happy times as well as a stunning wall decoration.

– Consider framing textured and patterned fabrics then group on a wall and keep in mind that throws, runners and rugs can all be wall-mounted for artistic effect.

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When people are building and/or renovating there are a few key design considerations that take centre stage.

Primarily people want to maximise their ‘bang for buck’ so they want the best looking kitchens and the best looking bathrooms for their budget and they also desire big open spaces with loads of indoor-outdoor flow.

People want to be ‘on point’ with trends and know they have longevity and quality with the materials they select.

As a professional interior designer it is my role to advise my clients on new products available within the industry and to assist them with material specification. I recommend on finishes and decorating styles in order to best suit the way my clients live, their budget and their personal sense of style.

With kitchens, the dominant colour of choice remains as white or quiet neutral tones in low sheen or high gloss lacquer. Wood veneer is also popular and often a combination of lacquer and veneer is commonly seen.

Tonal differences are popular, as is a juxtaposition of raw and refined materials. For example, rough sawn wood, industrial look metals, honed and leather-look granite with gloss lacquer.

I am seeing the emergence of patterned tile splashbacks as well. More muted accents are now favoured over those in overtly bright colours. Butlers pantries/sculleries seem to be a standard inclusion in kitchens with new home builds and renovations over a certain capital value.

With bathrooms there has been a noticeable shift to larger format tiles on the floor and walls.

Clients are demanding double vanities within master bedroom ensuites as standard requirements and there has been the emergence of the ‘home spa’ concept. Clients want a more sensory experience in their bathrooms with two person bathing, side water jets and steam showers. I believe Kohler are even marketing a blue tooth enabled showerhead.

As far as decorating trends are concerned, I have always been an advocate of classic style that has longevity. Classic style can be contemporary or more traditional.

It’s more about taking the time to review options and budgets and knowing that you will still feel comfortable with your decisions in years to come. Get the ‘bones’ right and the interior scheme will develop from there.

Interior furnishing is the icing on the cake, particularly for the fairer sex. This is where we can truly express ourselves creatively and bring comfort to our homes.

We have tremendous choice available

to us for such a small population and pretty much whatever you see in international design publications, we interior designers can access here in New Zealand.

It’s all about creating a plan with your interior designer and openly discussing priorities and budgets.

People have reawakened to the use of colour in their homes. And it’s great to see.

As internationally-recognised interior designer, Jonathan Adler has so wisely said, “Thou shalt embrace Maximalism; thou wilt grow tired of an endless sea of beige”. Jonathan has also said, “Thou shalt not deny thyself hotelish comfort at home. Thou art worth it”.

As a professional interior designer with 16 years experience working with predominantly residential clients, I still love my work as much as when I started. I thrive on the intellectual and creative challenges involved with this type of work and I take my role very seriously.

I hope you have found some inspiration in this article and I look forward to meeting you.

Homeowners planning to redecorate often require professional assistance. Interior designer Rachael Buxton from Interiors.etc provides sound advice

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When you need a little colour in your life it’s time to call Pukekohe Decorators and Door Finishers Ltd founded in 2004 by Mike Watson,

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“We also do kitchen and bathroom cabinetry resurfacing/respraying and furniture spraying,” says Mike, a highly experienced painter with 25 years industry experience. He is supported by foreman Alec, apprentice Nathan and brush-hand Matthew, the team priding itself on quality of workmanship and professionalism.

With a loyal customer base across Franklin district, Pukekohe Decorators and Door Finishers also works throughout the greater Auckland area and north Waikato.

“Our friendly, knowledgeable team is dedicated to providing the best quality workmanship to ensure our customers are completely satisfied with any home or commercial painting project we undertake,” Mike says.

“Our goal is to be the best at what we do.”

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First shoes, then handbags and now homeware; Black Barn founders, Brendal and Graeme, are no strangers to running a business.

Before moving to the country, Brendal and Graeme were city dwellers, living in the classically social Viaduct area. During this time they jetted to New York every three months to meet with a personal friend and handbag designer, Kathy van Zeeland, who stocked their handbag business.

New York had much to offer and it was here in the store, ABC Homewares, behind Flat Iron in mid-town Manhattan, that their love of homewares flourished.

The Cape Cod-inspired store boasted three levels of both luxurious and affordable homewares. The warmth and personality of this place was something they could only dream of. Nowhere in New Zealand had they seen a store quite like this; so when the Kathy van Zeeland handbag business sold out, the idea of Black Barn came about.

Apart from living in the city, they owned a farm at South Head, north-west of Helensville. Eventually, this became their permanent residence, housing many items from the store, Restoration Hardware. Having so many friends come through their home and compliment the amazing design and decor style warmed them up to the idea of starting a furniture business.

Deciding to go through with the idea was made much easier due to the fact that so much of their own gorgeous furniture sat in a cow shed gathering dust. Owning mountains of stock, and gathering more items from various overseas connections,

created the perfect and unique atmosphere of Black Barn today.

When the old John Deere farm machinery show room was up for rent on the main street in Kumeu, they knew it was the perfect time to pounce.

The shed was large and spacious, essentially an empty shell. This way they could have the room and ability to store some of the non-minimalistic furniture and be creative with design layout.

The application of black paint and a beautiful make-over, turned the once farm shed into a magnificent and elegant home store that Brendal and Graeme are both proud of.

The community’s response was great; everyone wanted a piece of Black Barn.

Then, in late June of 2014, Brendal and Graeme were approached about opening another Black

Barn on Paerata Road, Pukekohe. After much thought, it was decided the site was

perfect to create another inspiring interiors and homewares store. Black Barn Pukekohe officially opened in August 2014. From the first it was well received and the compliments overwhelming. Now it is the ‘must visit’ store for beautiful homewares.

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Unique homewaresHomeowners, interior designers and lovers of all things beautiful will find Black Barn

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Why you shouldn’t skimp on your new kitchenA modern family just about spends

more time in the kitchen than anywhere else in the home – especially if the kitchen is part and parcel of an open plan design. Food will be prepared, co�ees and teas made, dishes done, homework sprawled out, late night suppers sneaked, and early morning brekkies gulped.

Yet unlike other areas of the home where more temporary furniture and furnishings can create tone and atmosphere, the kitchen is more likely to be set in stone –sometimes quite literally.

Benchtops, splashbacks, cabinetry and �ttings are expensive to replace if the design doesn’t quite ‘work’ – either visually or functionally. And putting up with a sub-par result for now still won’t improve the saleability of a great house with a below-average kitchen.

In short, money spent on the hub or heart of a home, is always money well spent.

Fortunately with Mastercra� Kitchens, customers can get a lot of kitchen without having to sell o� any major assets or family members in the process.

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ten-year, transferable guarantee on workmanship (all materials also carry their own manufacturer’s guarantees).

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A modern family just about spends more time in the kitchen than anywhere else in the home – especially if the kitchen is part and parcel of an open plan design. Food

will be prepared, coffees and teas made, dishes done, homework sprawled out, late night suppers sneaked, and early morning brekkies gulped.

Yet unlike other areas of the home where more temporary furniture and furnishings can create tone and atmosphere, the kitchen is more likely to be set in stone –sometimes quite literally.

Benchtops, splashbacks, cabinetry and fittings are expensive to replace if the design doesn’t quite ‘work’ – either visually or functionally. And putting up with a sub-par result for now still won’t improve the saleability of a great house with a below-average kitchen.

In short, money spent on the hub or heart of a home, is always money well spent.

Fortunately with Mastercraft Kitchens, customers can get a lot of kitchen without having to sell off any major assets or family members in the process.

Mastercraft don’t do do-it-yourself kitsets. In fact there is very little that is standard about each kitchen they produce – with the exception of quality build and a confident, ten-year, transferable

guarantee on workmanship (all materials also carry their own manufacturer’s guarantees).

The process starts with a visit to one of Mastercraft’s 30 locations nationwide. Two local businesses are based in Botany (Mastercraft Kitchens by Jag Kitchens), and Pukekohe (Mastercraft Pukekohe).

Once the ideas are starting to flow, Mastercraft’s skilled kitchen designers will discuss the requirements of each individual customer with a view to creating a dream kitchen that reflects the homeowner’s unique personality and needs.

There is an endless variety of substrates and surfaces, fittings and cabinetry options to consider. This is where the personal attention of a knowledgeable designer can make the process so much easier and more rewarding. Once a general understanding is reached, a quote is produced so the customer knows exactly what they are getting for their money.

On acceptance of the quote, a more detailed plan is produced. Once agreed on and approved, the new Mastercraft kitchen is produced and expertly installed by Mastercraft’s qualified installers.

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Elite Kitchens and Cabinets has been building high quality, innovati ve, stylish kitchens, bathrooms and cabinetry since 1958 for the Auckland region, their work

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Extensive industry experience has given customers the assurance that they are in the hands of one of the most experienced and dependable kitchen manufacturers in New Zealand.

Your kitchen is the heart of your home, and it will be the kitchen and its surrounding area where the family will spend most of their acti ve ti me in your home.

Elite understands how your kitchen needs to be tailored to your needs and lifestyle. As the family’s food preparati on area, a good quality, well made kitchen is vital to health and wellbeing.

To this end, Elite uses environmentally-certi fi ed board and hardware in its kitchens to protect your family.

Elite has several display kitchens in its fully equipped showroom, as well as a team of four in-house designers to help plan and design the kitchen of your dreams. Alternati vely, Elite can build to your plans.

An Elite kitchen will add real value to your home. As Phil Spencer, UK property television presenter says, “If you are going to improve only one room, make it the kitchen. This has now become the showpiece area of the home.

“We don’t just cook in it, we do homework in it, we watch television in it and hold dinner parti es there.

“Typically, a sound, well-designed and made custom kitchen will add value to a property.”

dESignERS And MAnUFActURERSElite provides both an in-house design and a full manufacturing service to help clients achieve

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This is one of the reasons why leading, quality home builders, architects, kitchen designers and professional renovators choose Elite as their supplier and manufacturer.

We design, manufacture and install kitchens, laundries, bathrooms, shelving, entertainment units, and offi ce cabinetry. Elite uses local materials, as well as the best European-made hardware that has lifeti me manufacturers’ warranti es.

LocAL Elite’s kitchens are all custom-built in Elite’s Papakura factory by skilled, local, trained tradesmen, who use the best New Zealand-made materials.

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Add value with Elite ensure a perfect, professional fi nish. Elite is a local company employing local people living and contributi ng to your community.

Elite encourages its customers to visit its showroom and factory when planning their kitchen with an Elite designer, and to inspect their kitchen before it is delivered and installed.

WoRking to yoUR bUdgEtThere are many exciti ng opti ons available for your new kitchen. Elite’s design team will help you work through those opti ons to select the ulti mate kitchen for you. Elite’s designers will also work

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contActFor more informati on and arti cles about planning your new kitchen, photographs of some of Elite’s kitchens and bathrooms, and testi monials from their customers, visit Elite’s website: www.elitekc.co.nz, or use your smart phone to scan the QR Code adjacent for immediate access to Elite’s website.

Call Elite Kitchens and Cabinets today about your dream kitchen.

Elite is a member of the Nati onal Kitchen and Bathroom Associati on (NKBA), committi ng Elite to delivering top-of-the-line professionally made kitchen furniture meeti ng the highest industry standards.

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Laguiole Cutlery by Andre Verde – Made in France since the beginning of the 19th century. Each piece has up to a 50-step manufacturing process.

Anya – Handmade and handpainted in Turkey. Each piece of glass serveware is unique and 100% food safe.

Zwilling – Established 1731. All knives are fully forged and ice hardened. Extensive range of cookware and cutlery all top grade S/S. All made in Germany.

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Proud to be locally-owned, For Home and Kitchen in the heart of Pukekohe carries top quality kitchen and homewares designed to last a lifetime.

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For Home & Kitchen is proud to be a locally-owned family business with a passion for top quality kitchenware and homewares that are designed to last a lifetime.

This upbeat, contemporary store offers a wide range of internationally-sourced products that provide a true sense of style.

Priding itself on a unique range which shows individuality and flair, For Home & Kitchen has sourced gorgeous Zwilling cookware, knives and cutlery from Germany while a stunning range of Staub classic cast iron cookware hails from France.

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Check out Terra serveware and bakeware from both Tunisia and Portugal or the absolutely beautiful and original Laguiole cutlery which is still hand-crafted in France.

Dualit toasters and kettles from England, Magimix from France and iconic Kitchen Aid mixers made in America are all included among the store’s fantastic selection.

And, naturally, For Home & Kitchen loves to support quality New Zealand-made products too. Superb Living Light candles handmade in Golden

Bay are amazing as is the selection of Kiwiana glassware from Ruakaka.

And to tickle your tastebuds check out their New Zealand-made gourmet treats. In addition, bakers will appreciate the huge range of quality cooking, baking and decorating accessories.

For Home & Kitchen is focused on offering top quality products but also aims to make life easy for customers so it provides extra services, such as a knife sharpening service, gift and wedding registers, gift vouchers and gift wrapping.

The store also runs a cooking class once a month – such fun!

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Whether building or renovating today’s extensive range of tiles provides almost

endless ideas for wet areas such as laundries, kitchens and bathrooms and will also enhance foyers, and family rooms or add that finishing touch to the patio.

Decorative tiles have been used to adorn floors and walls for centuries.

Today ceramic and porcelain tiles from Italy, Spain, Portugal, India, South America and many other places are exported all over the world and used not only for practical purposes but for their beauty too.

Attractive, durable and easy to maintain, tiles are suitable for interior and exterior surfaces, floors and walls and with today’s variety of non-slip finishes, they can even be used around swimming pools.

Available in masses of colours, sizes and finishes to create everything from rustic ambience or Tuscan charm to modern simplicity or sophisticated, contemporary style, today’s tiles are a surety when decor impact is required.

Of course, successful décor often relies on an element of timelessness, which tiles certainly provide – they have been around for eons but thankfully, modern technology also means ceramic tiles can now be printed with a huge

variety of finishes so they look like marble, or stone.

Shape, colour and designs continue to move with the times. Today’s bathrooms, for example, are more likely to feature large tiles on both the floors and walls with horizontal listellos and bright colours being largely superseded by vertical or strip insets to add contrast and texture.

Neutral, earthy colourways are more in vogue than highly coloured mosaic patterns although these still have a place where one is seeking a stand out feature.

Whether one wants square tiles, or rectangular tiles, big or small, there is something for all tastes and many purposes but remember not all tiles are suitable for all uses.

Exterior tiles with their gritty, non-slip surface and frost-proof body to withstand temperature extremes, have come into their own for patios, terraces and courtyards. But they shouldn’t be mistaken for flagstone or pavers – exterior tiles need to be glued to a flat, stable surface.

The benefits of using tiles are their strength, durability and non-fade, mark-resistant qualities – you won’t see a stiletto heel indentation on a tile! They are easily cleaned and if cracked, one or more tiles can usually be replaced.

The trick is to buy a few extra tiles at the time of purchase.

In today’s design-savvy world there are a myriad of ways to floor your home – and your friends! Tiles and timber, cork

or carpet are but four options which offer many design possibilities.

Splish- splash, some Kiwis were taking a bath when they realised how much quicker it was to shower. But in this modern age, the Kiwi family also expects the bathroom

to be relaxing, att racti ve and to feature the latest technology for making hygiene easy.

So it’s not surprising that in their quest to make this inti mate and oft -used room beauti ful, New Zealanders renovate their bathrooms, on average, every six years.

Whether planning a major overhaul or just updati ng a few fi xtures and fi tti ngs, choosing a shower is a signifi cant part of the process.

Importantly, Methven Sati njet® technology uses twin water jets which collide to turn into thousands of ti ny droplets. Showers that incorporate this revoluti onary thinking deliver a best-of-both worlds experience – a soft -feeling, luxurious shower that also has the power to be bracingly cleansing.

Methven Sati njet® features in the beauti ful Koha collecti on of showers where form and functi on combine with a contemporary look and an ultra-wide spray which means a fully immersive experience with total body coverage.

Choose from three colour opti ons when selecti ng a Koha shower faceplate – ti meless sati n chrome, classic graphite or elegant white.

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Most shower handsets ■■

have universal fi tti ngs so it’s easy to upgrade a shower without spending money on a complete overhaul. Simply unscrew the handset from the fi xing and replace with a new one.

Deciding how high a showerhead ■■

should be placed can be tricky. Industry experts advise that between 2 and 2.1 metres from the fl oor is about standard. A

showerhead poking above the line of the cubicle can look unbalanced so check those dimensions fi rst. If the tall gene runs in the family, you may want to go higher.

To avoid being drenched with either scalding ■■

hot or icy cold water, ensure the shower mixer can be accessed without standing under the shower.

If the bathroom is compact, consider a walk-in ■■

shower with no door to manoeuvre around.When choosing taps, fi xtures and fi tti ngs for the ■■

shower, a consistent profi le enhances the overall look. If the preference is for a square, fl at shape, use it in taps, the heated towel rail, and the toilet-roll holder. If a fi ne, round profi le is preferred, keep to that style throughout.

Each style of shower has advantages. Some ■■

people favour the simplicity of a shower rose that emerges directly from the wall. On the other hand, a rail shower off ers fl exibility because it allows the shower to be adjusted to any height. And, a shower which combines an overhead shower and a rail shower gives the opti on of an immersive soft experience or a more vigorous bracing shower. What’s more, the handpiece can be removed from the rail which is useful when cleaning the shower.

Love those gorgeous European mosaic ti les but ■■

can’t aff ord an enti re wall of them? Consider an alcove in your shower box to hold soaps and

shampoos and ti le it in mosaics to highlight it as a feature.

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up from hard water starts to distort the spray of your showerhead, soak it in equal

parts vinegar and hot water which should dissolve mineral

deposits. Avoid causti c cleaners. ■■■When buying tapware for your

shower look for the WELS (Water Effi ciency Labelling Scheme) rati ng. Under

the scheme, the more stars a product has, the more water effi cient it will be.

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unscrew the handset from the fi xing

Deciding how high a showerhead should be placed can be tricky. Industry experts advise that between 2 and 2.1 metres from the fl oor is about standard. A

alcove in your shower box to hold soaps and shampoos and ti le it in mosaics to

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showerhead, soak it in equal parts vinegar and hot water

which should dissolve mineral deposits. Avoid causti c cleaners.

■■■When buying tapware for your shower look for the WELS (Water

Effi ciency Labelling Scheme) rati ng. Under the scheme, the more stars a product has,

the more water effi cient it will be.

Timeless timberThe warmth of wood has long made it a fl ooring favourite but perhaps more so than ever, New Zealand homes are featuring ti mber underfoot.

In renovati ng older homes, many owners are stripping away carpets to reveal beauti ful rimu or kauri fl oorboards and are opti ng to restore these for a new polished eff ect. By adding a rug or two the look is complete.

Equally, those building new are examining various ti mber-look opti ons and are keen to explore the possibiliti es for texture, colour and detail without sacrifi cing durability, style, quality and ease of care.

However, there are a multi tude of choices so, do your homework. Firstly, consider whether you want all wood, engineered ti mber or a laminate; then consider ceramic ti les, slate, or natural stone, sheet vinyl, vinyl planking, carpet, rugs, cork, parquet, bamboo….rule out what least appeals.

Also, remember that choosing your fl ooring materials doesn’t have to be a chore; the whole exercise can be an exciti ng adventure.

If at the end of the day it’s the richness of wood you really want think in terms of solid ti mber, engineered ti mber (real wood veneer over a sustainable backing and locking system) bamboo and laminates.

New technology means both solid and engineered ti mbers have become easier and less ti me-consuming to lay with many opti ons pre-fi nished.

Inter-locking plank systems are another advantage across the range of ti mbers and laminates.

Some ti mber-look opti ons are parti cularly family-friendly being impact-absorbing and warm with resistance to scratching and fading – great when the fl oor has to contend with children and pets.

Whether re-polishing existi ng fl oorboards or installing a new fl oor be sure to speak to the experts fi rst.

Contact a company that deals in your preferred opti on.

Ask about suitability for diff erent rooms of the house (wet areas in parti cular; remember wood and water don’t mix)) and seek advice regarding on-going care and cleaning.

Think about colour – there are so many choices – and consider the width of planks. New, wider planks are extremely popular at present. Importantly, think about your lifestyle and the local climate too.

Once you have all the facts and all the opti ons in front of you, then choosing your ti mber or wood-look fl oor will be easy.


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Since opening last year, Galaxy Homeware has proudly provided a contemporary range of products that make outf itti ng a new bathroom both easy and sati sfying.

The knowledgeable team has 10 years industry experience and a dedicated mission and vision for the business:

our Mission: ■■ To bring quality, reliable and aff ordable products into your home building and renovati ng.

our vision:■■ To provide the best bathroom interior experience from selling products to providing professional bathroom insight.

Whether building a new home or renovati ng an existi ng bathroom, customers will fi nd a wide range of showers, vaniti es, mirrors and baths at Galaxy Homeware to suit a variety of budgets and style preferences.

Galaxy’s range delivers an att racti ve combinati on of long-lasti ng, quality designs at an aff ordable price.

And, in recognising that every customer has diff erent requirements, the team goes to great lengths to deliver just what their customers want.

Using their professional bathroom knowledge and passion for service, they will tailor bathroom packages for individual needs.

For style and taste that is inspirati onal, innovati ve and aff ordable, Galaxy Homeware has everything to make bathroom dreams come true.

So, look no further, visit Galaxy Homeware and check out the range of imported and New Zealand-brand products.

What’s more, ALL vaniti es, shower units and tapware have a fi ve-year replacement warranty – if

anything goes wrong within fi ve years Galaxy will provide replacement parts for you.

If you’re planning to build or renovate, check out the Galaxy Homeware website www.ghomeware.co.nz which is packed with informati on and advice.

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Thanks to the craftsmanship of ProBuilt Village Stone, creating a one of a kind landscape or feature with top quality, New Zealand-made products, is entirely

possible.Stone remains a popular choice for its aesthetic

appeal, ability to blend in with the natural environment as well as hard-wearing, durable qualities.

It can add value to properties, strengthen structures, and in the case of paving, offer a safer, more practical surface.

Delivering outstanding results in areas such as entrance and retaining walls, pillars, cladding, paving, as well as letterboxes, ProBuilt offers a full, professional installation service and conducts on-site consultations.

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ProBuilt Village Stone only uses expert, qualified builders and has carried out a range of projects from small residential jobs to large commercial applications.

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foundation requirements differ, and no backing board is required.Q: Will the colour fade?A: The colouring system will ensure that the colour is permanent. Natural aging will occur over time.Q: When is the best time to contact Probuilt village Stone about your options?A: Call at the outset of your project; the team can often work with you to save time and money by planning well from the start.

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The purchase of your very own swimming pool is an exciting time! A cool-off in summer, recreation for the kids and poolside barbecues have infinite appeal,

yet with so many swimming pool suppliers it can be difficult to know which one to choose.

If quality is important to you, then look no further than Aqua Technics. They have an award-winning range of technologically advanced fibreglass pools which are stronger, look better and will last longer.

When you invest in a swimming pool from Aqua Technics, you can rest assured that your pool has been built to Australian/NZ Standard 1838/1994 under licence number 1906, which includes an Extended Lifetime Structural Warranty and comes with revolutionary Pool ColourGuard® surface

protection, for brilliant colour guaranteed not to fade. Plus, a unique ceramic core construction increases heat retention and provides you with the highest blister and osmosis resistance of any pool available.

With Aqua Technics, there is no shortage of pool models and colours to choose from. They have 25 stylish pool models in a range of modern colours, so you are sure to find the perfect pool to complement your outdoor area.

At Aqua Technics, you get more than a superior swimming pool, you also get professional service and advice. Aqua Technics’ sales consultants can help you choose just the right pool to suit your site and your family’s needs. Aqua Technics also take care of the plans, building consent and installation, so you don’t have to worry. Plus, they work closely

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Aqua Technics’ Display Centre is located at 27 The Concourse, Henderson where they have eight inground pools, each landscaped to provide a vast range of designs and inspiration. Take the kids along for a swim, and you can try before you buy!

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Outdoor areas are often the last to receive design

attention but they shouldn’t be.

When landscaping the entrance to your home, think about appeal. This space is your chance to make a great first impression; it should be inspiring, well planned and consistent with the style of your home.

Flower beds are a colourful option or simplify the process by opting for low-maintenance succulents, bushes or hedges instead. No green thumb? Then stick with grass and use a gravel pathway, water feature, wood fence or stone wall for variation.

The backyard is for play and entertaining so incorporate

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For the ultimate party house, incorporate a pool and patio or deck with a fire pit, outdoor fireplace, barbecue and outdoor kitchen.

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There are six good reasons why Reharvest Enviromulch is different:

1. Plant growth is assisted: Reharvest Enviromulch is made from 100% recycled wood that’s air-dried. This process closes down the cells in the timber, which reduces its ability to hold water and thereby slows down the decomposition rate. It reduces the nitrogen demand from the soil, allowing the plants to absorb more of the fertiliser. Plants are better-fed, and able to grow healthily.

2. Weed growth is inhibited: You’d think that more nitrogen in the soil might mean more weeds? Wrong! For one thing, Reharvest Enviromulch is graded to an average length of 50mm, which makes it difficult for weeds to grow cutting down weeding and watering time. Unlike some bark chips, it is free from seeds and plant matter.

3. Less watering required for plants in dry weather: Reharvest mulch shields the soil from the sun, so the soil’s surface is kept cool and allows water retention.

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mulch later, helping the mulch to hold onto even the steepest of banks.

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Contact us today to discuss your requirements

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Stone Creations has been providing stone masonry services since 1996. Based in the Franklin area, the company has completed projects both locally and New Zealand-

wide with high quality workmanship.Stone is a traditional building material that

is used to add features, prestige and timeless character to properties. The look of stone conveys a sense of substance, permanence, and a reference to nature.

Stone is a material that matures with time. It has distinctive qualities and there are a large variety of products, cuts and laying styles which can be customised to suit.

The Stone Creations team of experienced stone masons is also capable of doing block work, plastering and all aspects of masonry. They

manage projects from concept to completion. Stone Creations specialises in projects ranging

from entranceways, boundary walls, indoor and outdoor fire places, house cladding, to landscaping features including paving, bridges, sea walls and gabion work. Stone Creations can create interior and exterior stone work for commercial, private and council owned properties to the highest standard.

We have a keen eye for detail and design and work with owners, architects, builders and landscape designers to complete projects to fit both with overall design and setting.

Stone Creations are the preferred stone masons for a number of prominent building companies including Van De Putten Construction, many council agencies, and is responsible for large projects such

as the stone work at Lochinvah, Five Stags Tavern Cambridge, and an upcoming project for Otahuhu Recreation Centre and Library.

Please give us a call to discuss adding value, character and timeless elegance to your property.

Rock solid elegance

Ph 09 294 7448 • Mob 021 786 632 www.stonecreations.co.nz

With more than 15 years masonry experience, Stone Creations offers expertise and design creativity specialising in all aspects of stonework.


www.gateworksnz.co.nz

0800 497 777

Free Quotes Professional & Friendly

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Wooden Gates Waiuku has been getting it right for more than 30 years. With a philosophy of ‘Crafted Without Compromise’ this family

business has grown to become one of New Zealand’s most trusted icons.

It’s their reputation for outstanding quality and service that is the reason their gates grace the entrance ways of thousands of homes all over New Zealand. Word of mouth can be the best advertising and Wooden Gates certainly have proved this is true.

They take a true ‘Artisan’ approach to every assignment with one craftsman working on each set of gates from the start to the finish. From carefully choosing the timber for that particular job, through measuring, marking out, cutting, laminating and joinery, until the gates are ready for the renowned Wooden Gates finish.

There’s no production line at Wooden Gates. It’s all the power of one and the pride a true master craftsman takes in his creation.

Wooden Gates Waiuku have over 50 designs or ■■

you can suggest your own. They are happy to help each client develop their own ideas.

Wooden Gates Waiuku is a close knit team who ■■

make only gates and related products. They don’t build houses or garages. They specialise in and are experts in the art of gate making and of course related items such as posts and fence panels.

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essentials you will need for your entrance way. Hardware, automatic opening systems, remote controls, video intercom access and as you would expect from them, cutting edge GSM technology that enables you to control your gates and access systems from your phone.

Learn more about possibilities and pricing by having a chat with one of their team.

Gateway to styleWooden Gates Waiuku – A national icon for 30 years

HAPPy cLiEntS‘Excellent service at a competitive price. Highly recommended’ – Grant

‘An outstanding job by a very professional helpful company. Everyone we dealt with from office staff, designers, installers etc were extremely approachable and friendly. Would recommend this company fully!’ – Andrea

‘The end result is better than we thought. You matched our requirements exactly and gave good advice at the time of measure.’ – NatashaPhone 0800 966 336

Email [email protected] www.woodengates.co.nz


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One of New Zealand’s best-known building supply firms, Carters, is celebrating 155 years in business this month, October 2014. Proudly, the company is stronger

than ever. And, locally, the company’s catchphrase – “We have Counties Covered” – is reflected throughout its branches in Papakura, Drury and Pukekohe.

Papakura branch and its manager Greg Shortt are experiencing exciting times with developments around Addison and the Karaka area and there seems like there is no slowing.

Greg and his team are well equipped to handle anything required for residential and commercial needs. With a team of four sales reps, the branch can service all building requirements and welcomes enquiries.

Situated on Walters Road, Takanini the branch is in a handy location and is easily accessible.

Pukekohe branch and its manager Greg Douglas have provided long-time service to this area and know its needs to a tee. With a well- stocked branch and knowledgeable team there’s nothing this branch can’t handle.

Greg has been there for 16 years and says growth opportunities continue to emerge in the

in-demand region and he is excited to see where the area goes over the next five years.

Located on Manukau Road, Pukekohe, the branch has a mix of residential and rural products to provide an all-round service.

And, not to be forgotten, the Drury Roundwood store, run by manager Ben Scott, is a small but highly effective set up.

Specialising in rural requirements including all things for fencing, retaining and more, the Drury branch complements the other two stores perfectly

adding to a complete Carters service in Franklin and beyond. Located just off the motorway at Drury, it couldn’t be easier to access.

So, if you need any building materials, rural products or sound advice give any of these three capable teams a call – they are only too happy to help and, remember, they have “Counties Covered”.

You will find Carters Drury at 280 Great South Road, phone 09 294 8497, Carters Papakura at 12 Walters Road, phone 09 299 9081 and Carters Pukekohe at 60 Manukau Road, phone 09 238 6836.

Carters has Counties covered

Greg Shortt – Carters Papakura branch manager

Greg Douglas, Pukekohe branch manager and Ben Scott, manager of the Drury Roundwood store.

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Building or renovating?

YOU NEED US!Ph 0508 HOUSE DRAINS

We specialise in all aspects of drainage for new housing, plus on-site wastewater treatment plans and water tank installation.Quality workmanship is crucial to the success of any new housing project, and trouble-free drainage is a big part of the picture.And, because at drains.cowe share the same high standards as you, we know that we’re your perfect match.

Talk to drains.co, your drainage professionals, about ensuring the best options for your new home!

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We’ll get the job done fast and effi ciently We show up when we say we will We stand behind our work Stormwater and sewer Wastewater design (TP58) Treatment plans and septics Water tanks Free consultancy

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So you are planning to build a new home, how exciting is that! Your dreams take form in the idea of a place to live, a place to raise your family and the fun times to come.

Then reality sets in, building a home is hard work, it takes lots of planning and coordination, you need partners in this build that you can trust and who will help you with all those challenges.

That’s where the folks at Drains.co come in.We can help you or your builder with the less

glamorous but very necessary aspects of site requirements.

Where is your storm water going to? Are you going to harvest the water for a potable source or are you on town water supply and just need a detention tank or soak hole to recharge the aquifer?

How many tanks do you need, what size and what material – plastic or concrete? Where will you put them on site?

What waste water options are open to you?What is the soil like on your site as this

determines the disposal method. Will a simple septic tank work or will you need a more complex solution?

How large will your home be? How many people will live there? Do you want to recycle or reuse water?

New home builders usually need some help with what’s required for these solutions and we are happy to help.

We have been helping people with their drainage

for more than 30 years so we have plenty of experience and ideas on what works and some ideas on what doesn’t work so well.

We have a large team able to manage your requirements and work on multiple sites on any day. The size of our team enables us to be flexible around your schedule and we keep our gear in new condition so that it is ready to go when you need it.

So, don’t be put off by the challenges of planning and installing storm water drainage and waste water treatment. Drains.co are trusted by the building industry to get the job done.

Come and talk to us – Drains.co Ltd, corner of Great South and Quarry Road, Drury.

THINK WATER PUKEKOHE148 Manukau Road, Pukekohe 2120 P. 09 238 9588 F. 09 238 7802 E. [email protected] www.thinkwater.co.nz

GOT A PUMP PROBLEM?We’ve got solutions at Think Water Pukekohe

We have a large range of pumps instore now, including top brands Grundfos and Davey.

We also carry a wide range of fittings to ensure you get all the parts you need to finish the job.

Think Water Pukekohe specialise in the supply and servicing of pumping systems, irrigation systems, tanks, swimming pools and spas, water treatment and water filtration systems.

Think Water Pukekohe is locally owned and operated by the Parker family, who have been servicing the region since 1964.

We are a member of a group of more than 45 irrigation and general water solutions businesses operating in New Zealand and Australia.

Drop on in today, you won’t believe the range of products we have for water!

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Whether building new or renovating Aqualectrix are here to help you with all the decisions you need to make around your water supply.

Come and talk to us about pump selections, household fi lters and UV sterilisation systems or any other water treatment options that you may need to consider. We are here to help you make the right decisions fi rst time round.

If you are on a small rural section or a large block of land we have the knowledge to help you in all areas of water pumping and treatment.

Phone 09 237 0050 or 09 294 8517. 40 Crosbie Road, Pukekohe

www.aqualectrix.co.nz

Water Filters

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Iron Removal

Water Softeners

Water Pump Sales

and Servicing

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We are here to help you with any water-related issues or questions you may have. We are here to make your decisions easy. Call Aqualectrix today and let’s get your water pumping!

WATER PUMPS OR WATER TREATMENT

Phone 09 237 0050 or 09 294 8517. 40 Crosbie Road, Pukekohe

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The team’s pumping at Aqualectrix – they’re at the ready to help clients choose the correct pump for their project right from the start, ensuring no major

mistakes are made. With years of experience in water pumping,

purification and electrical, as well as a Massey University certificate in Agricultural Engineering (Water Systems) Martin at Aqualectrix can help design the best system for individual needs.

Talking to professionals early can help avoid costly mistakes from installing inadequate systems which may sound good but long term don’t provide the pressure or quantity of water needed.

Aqualectrix can arrange everything needed to access water, from the supply and installation of water tanks to the correct pump and any treatment or purification systems which might be required.

“Our in-house electricians can handle all the electrical side of the job, so with Aqualectrix you get the whole job done with just one phone call,” Martin says.

Aqualectrix takes the worry and hard work out of water supply decisions.

“Together let’s get your water pumping!”Contact Martin now on 09 237 0050 or

09 294 8517.

Water worries? Talk to the knowledgeable team at Aqualectrix

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Sale and service of all farm, industrial, agricultural irrigation and domestic pumps Deep well pump sales and service Bore pump design, installation and supplies Water fi lter systems – design and install Water tanks – Agent for RX and Aqua Pool pump sales and service – chemical supply Drainage supplies Bulk sand and cement

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When there’s water, water everywhere but no way to access it then it’s ti me to call Gubb’s Pump and Well Services.

Proudly providing a full service facility for all farm, domesti c, agricultural and horti cultural situati ons, the family-run company has a fi rst class reputati on spanning 27 years of serving the community.

Whether a property owner requires a pump from water tank supply or a septi c system, or the agricultural/horti cultural sector requires a bore pump, Gubb’s Pump and Well Services has exactly the right soluti on to suit all water needs.

Gubb’s stock a range of Lowara pumps and because the team manages every step of the job, customers can rest assured that their job will be completed in a ti mely manner and be of a very high standard.

The company designs, supplies and installs anything from bore pumps, water tanks and

pumps, to fi ltrati on and even garden irrigati on – it’s a one-stop shop. Also check out the wide range of plumbing supplies including drainage and stormwater pipes and fi tti ngs.

Gubb’s yard at 14 Constable Road, Waiuku has bulk bins containing sand, builders mix and a range

of piping. It also comprises offi ces and a workshop in which pump testi ng and engineering work is carried out.

Call into the shop and discuss your water requirements with Kevin and Jo Gubb. They can assist with job costi ngs through to job completi on.

We’re pumping!


Whether we prefer country roads to take us home or to be hot in the city, rolling along urban streets, it seems one vehicle, in parti cular, has what it

takes to suit locals from both rides of life. Paul Whitt le, from South Auckland Motors, says

the Mazda BT-50 is a versati le vehicle designed to take the rough and the smooth.

“Many people out here live down long driveways or on rougher roads, so a four-wheel-drive oft en comes in very handy. However, no one wants to drop the kids off to school in a tank either! The BT-50 has been designed to be a tough, working brute which is also a stylish urban vehicle,” he says.

Since its launch onto the New Zealand market in 2011, locals have embraced the BT-50, says Paul. And the Glenbrook lifestyler adds that it’s rapidly becoming the tradies choice too.

“When we were having some work done on our place one of the builders kept complaining about

the road. When I explained all the benefi ts this vehicle off ers, he was sold!”

Boasti ng a range of features commonly found on more expensive models, the BT-50 has the right tools for the job, adds Paul.

“It’s great for tradesmen. It has plenty of room, with a 1.55 metre tray – the largest in its class – and a load of grunt thanks to its 3.2 litre, fi ve cylinder motor. That equates to an impressive 3.5 tonne tow rati ng, which is especially important when hauling loads of gear or materials.

“We’ve found its capped service plan – with a maximum service charge of $200, no matt er what work is required – also appeals to tradesmen. Small business people need to know what charges are around the corner, so this makes budgeti ng easier.”

The four-wheel-drive models also feature rear locking diff erenti als and six speed automati c or manual transmissions.

“We have rear-wheel-drive models too!

They have many similar features, including the same ground clearance, so they can sti ll handle reasonably rough roads,” says Paul.

“While the BT-50 has been developed in conjuncti on with Ford – it shares drive trains and chassis with the Ranger – it off ers a more modern style than the traditi onal Ranger series. It’s one of our newest models, but is cost competi ti ve with most older, similar vehicles on the block.”

The BT-50 is available, along with a wide range of other Mazda and Ford vehicles, from South Auckland Motors, 231 Manukau Road, Pukekohe; 2 Gladding Place, Manukau or 139 Harris Road, East Tamaki. “Or just give me a shout on 09 237 0490,” says Paul, “I’ll be happy to discuss your needs and, if this is not the right vehicle for you, I’m sure we’ll have the one that is!”

Phone South Auckland Motors on 09 237 0490, email [email protected] or visit the website www.southaucklandmotors.co.nz

Countryside rides tops for trades

Trading in that old 4x4 may seem like hard work, but tradies looking for a better way to build Franklin are fi nding that at South Auckland Motors, it’s never been easier.

When you need an earthmoving job done, call the

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If you’re a builder, sparky or a similar sole trader, you’ll probably have formed a close bond with your ‘best mate’. Not the four-legged one that chases sticks around a

building site, the one that hauls you and your tools around day in and day out.

Eventually the relationship will come to an end and you have to part ways. So what do you do for a new best mate?

That can be a tough decision. Do you need a van or a ute, petrol or diesel two-wheel or four-wheel drive?

Generally, a van is more convenient if you need to build racks and parts bins in the back of your vehicle to accommodate a mass of tools and materials.

With a clear alleyway down the centre of your van you can cart full size 2400x1200 sheets.

A van is secure (no open tray), and there’s plenty of room for signwriting so you can promote your business while on the move.

Vans have become more car-like in recent years, both in interior styling and comfort, and road manners. You can choose models that have air bags, traction and stability control.

Overall, they’re a good choice as a tradie’s dedicated ‘best mate’. However it’s hard to beat a light commercial cab/wellside ute for car-like interiors and driving dynamics.

The flagship models have safety, comfort and convenience features that rival a high spec passenger car.

You can opt for an adaptable cab/chassis; cab-plus which has limited rear seating and is more

used to keep ‘stuff’ secure behind the front seats; and double cab to accommodate more passengers/family members in comfort.

These double cab utes are well suited to situations where the work truck doubles as a lifestyle vehicle in the weekends, and you don’t need to fit it out to take your tools of the trade.

They also make good tow wagons, with ratings of up to 3.5 tonnes (braked).

There are numerous two- and four-wheel drive options. If you’re likely to encounter muddy building sites, farms and gravel roads, or tow a boat in the weekend, 4x4 on demand is a good choice. Otherwise, go two-wheel drive.

On the downside the load area isn’t secure unless you add a lockable canopy, and extra cab and super cab models compromise load space.

Generally, a double cab’s wellside is basically square, somewhere around 1.5m long and 1.5m wide (narrower between the wheel arches).

A third option is the Aussie Falcon/Commodore utes which are the most car-like, and some extremely high performance V8 versions are available. However they’re the least practical in a true work environment.

Diesel or petrol? You’ll need to do around 15,000kms a year and more to realise fuel cost savings with a diesel when you factor in Road User Charges.

Petrol variants are more powerful and refined than a diesel, but tend to depreciate more.

But it’s hard to beat a diesel for low-down torque, and it’s the first choice if you’re towing loaded trailers or carry a lot of weight in the

back of your wagon. There are more petrol and diesel options available in vans than in utes; some manufacturers’ ute ranges are diesel only.

Whether you choose a van or a ute, if you want to hang out with your ‘best mate’ when you’re not working there are tax implications. Make sure you talk to your accountant about fringe benefit tax for private use.

Do your homework, compare specifications, and don’t forget the feel good factor. You spend a lot of time in your work hack; you’ve worked hard for your money so you should enjoy what you’re driving.

Loads of choicesThere are a host of practical drive options for ‘tradies’ and their tools but what’s right

for one job, and maybe the family too, may not be right for another.

An ‘Extra Cab’ ute strikes a good balance between accommodating occasional rear-seat passengers and load capacity.

It’s hard to beat a one-box style van for load carrying.


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Do you need a property valuation?Property Valuations Ltd are a long established local firm offering professionalism, confidentiality and a broad range of local knowledge.

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We offer expert, impartial and confidential valuation advice for all buying, selling and bank purposes.

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Cars/trucks/utes/vans/trailers.Premium and budget vehicles.Taillift/2 ton/3 ton (car licence

only) trucks available.09 238 83 88

52 Manukau Road, Pukekohewww.franklintruckrentals.co.nz

0800 SUCKA10800 782 521

Alan Wilson Plumbing 235 9066Certifi ed Plumbers and Drainlayers

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