Pohutukawa Coast Times 27 March 2015

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Realism shines from artist’s fi ne detail

Sue Collins brings her subjects to life with fine art detail using acryclic inks.

When Beachlands’ Sue Collins was thrown out of art classes by her school teacher in England because of a perceived lack of tal-ent, she never dreamed she would one day be creating stunning art-works on the other side of the world.

Next week Sue’s Mellow Yellow - a handsome acrylic ink depiction of larger than life lillies - will be proudly exhibited in the Easter Show annual art competition.

And the following week three of her works will feature in the Tony Clarke Fine Arts School exhibition in Pakuranga.

“I never in my wildest dreams thought I could create paintings like these,” says Sue, man-ager at Harcourts Real Estate Beachlands. “I still have to pinch my-self that they’re mine.”

Sue attributes her ar-tistic success to her art teacher Tony Clarke and his unique tuition and painting style, for creating exceptional artworks.

Sue took up a friend’s dare five years ago to try art classes with Tony and was amazed

at the results.“He’s an inspiring

artist and an amazing teacher - I think he could teach anyone to paint.”

Sue expla ins tha t Tony’s method encom-passes a painstaking process from initial de-tailed drawings in pen-cil - “they have to be good enough to frame” - to many layers of fine acrylic ink each bringing more depth and realism to the subject.

Hunua MP Andrew Bayly wants to find a local solution to parental worries over children having to stand on school buses between the Pohutukawa Coast and Howick schools.

Andrew met with Beachlands and Maraetai parents last Friday to discuss the safety of school children who have to stand in the bus aisle at open road speeds on the daily trip to and from Howick. It’s an issue that has featured in the PC Times on a regular basis for the past 18 years.

The problem, says Andrew Bayly, is that there is no statistical

evidence to support a change in legislation that would ensure all children had seats. In fact, accident statistics for school buses across New Zealand show no fatalities or serious injuries.

“It’s difficult to force a change in national policy if there is no evidence to support a change,” Andrew told the PC Times.

But he does believe that there may be a solution to the school bus issue here on the Coast.

The first step, he says, is to collect information.

• TO PAGE 10 Sue’s portrait of a young bear.

MP seeks local bus solution

• TO PAGE 11

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Greetings to Whitford ResidentsI am sure that the majority of Whitford residents are aware that there is a dedicated Crime Patrol vehicle running in your area, with the aim of helping to reduce crime. This patrol was set up to run alongside, and to be a partner to, the Beachlands and Maraetai patrol, but to work exclusively for the Whitford area. So far, the patrol has been successful in its aims, and is doing a very good job. But we do need more volunteers if we are going to do the very successfuly job thatwe envisage. What we are looking for are volunteers prepared to put aside two hours a week on a regular basis. They will be accompanied by another volunteer (there will always be two of you in the car) for a tour of the Whitford area, keeping an eye out for anything suspicious, and reporting it by lling in the details on forms supplied to you.

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At age 17 I distinctly remember arriving in the small town of Tirau one evening, having ridden my Suzuki 50cc motorbike from Auckland in the pouring rain. I remem-ber standing outside a Tirau Fish & Chip shop, soaked to the skin, and thinking: “What a dump!”

How things have changed. Tirau is now one of our fa-vourite places. It’s got the corrugated iron thing going, there are some great gift and antique shops, an old fash-ioned country pub, the clock shop, a good information centre and some fabulous cafes and coffee places – some of which are quite unusual. The whole town follows the rustic (and rusty) iron theme. It’s now a compulsory stop on the drive south.

If they can do it in Tirau, why can’t we do it here?We are on the Pacific Coast Highway, so what a ter-

rific opportunity to transform some of our villages and make them a top destination for overseas tourists in their

camper vans.Clevedon Village is the obvious place to start and we’ve

talked before about perhaps giving it a country & west-ern theme: hay bales in the main street, hitching posts for horses, natural timber shop frontages, old fashioned drinking fountains and hand-cranked water pumps, Victorian-style street lamps, cobbled roadway, wagon wheels, maybe a cowboy-themed kids’ playground, per-haps horse drawn carriage rides as in Devonport.

Clevedon has a great business association, one of the most pro-active I’ve come across in 30 years of work-ing on community newspapers. It punches well above its weight. But to bring about a Tirau-scale transformation requires not just a buy-in by local businesses but some serious funding.

That’s where I think Auckland Council’s tourism agency, ATEED, needs to change its priorities. Big multi-million dollar one-off events such as the V8 car racing are all well and good, but surely the long-term tourism gains will come through investing in permanent fixtures, by creating sought-after tourist attractions, marketing them globally, and providing the infrastructure they need for a bustling tourist trade.

MEANWHILE, we have at least discovered the secret to getting those old, narrow and dangerous rural bridges replaced. I’m thinking particularly of Ryburns Bridge outside Clevedon, and the bridge across the Mangeman-geroa Gorge.

All we have to do is ask Hunua MP Andrew Bayly to resign and force a by-election. We could then invite Win-ston Peters to stand and before you know it we’d have all the nice new bridges we want!

PERHAPS the Government could fix the rest of our roads at the same time. At the weekend we drove from Papakura to Beachlands, via Clevedon, in a van loaded down with heavy pot plants. Every bump in the road reminded me of how truly, truly awful the road surface is on most of our rural roads.

Frankly, they are a disgrace and dangerous as well, es-pecially if you are a cyclist trying to avoid both the traffic and the bumps in the road. It explains why at least half the population our here drive 4 x 4s.

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We would also like to thank you all for your support but specifically the Flying Pizza, Meat to Please, Pine Harbour Chandlery, Beachlands Post Shop, Beachlands Maraetai Touch, Beachlands Boating Club and Beachlands School for allowing us to sell biscuits at their events or in their shops.

Look out for us again next March when biscuits will be available again.

If you would like more information about joining Pippins, Brownies or Guides contact Jo Norcott on 536 6217MICHELLE BERRIMANon behalf of the Pohutukawa Guides

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By Teri DoranBeachlands School, local businesses, and resi-

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School pupils, parents and teachers, Ray White Lighthouse Real Estate, Harcourts Real Estate, and volunteers took part in the annual Pohutukawa Coast beach clean-up.

Te Puru Centre’s Nikki Ferigo, event organiser, says litter picked-up this year has been markedly reduced compared to previous clean-ups.

“The good news is that there was noticeably less rubbish at most beaches,” says Nikki.

“Could be our annual efforts are having a big ef-fect, or maybe we are all getting better at not litter-ing, or picking it [refuse] up as we see it.”

However, Nikki says it’s not all good news. A new culprit surfaces as a main threat to local beaches.

Doggy-poo wrapped in plastic bags has emerged as the leading cause of pollution to our coastline.

An abundance of the unwanted canine excrement packages was found thrown over the cliff at Leigh Auton Reserve.

Nikki describes the findings as “considerable”, and “disgusting.”

Nikki urges local dog owners to be more thought-ful about their actions.

“People aren’t thinking about the consequences. Just because it’s out of site, doesn’t mean it has been disposed of properly. It’s polluting the sea. Our sea and beaches struggle enough.”

As well as the health and safety risk posed by the discarded dog waste, Nikki adds that the plastic bags pose a marine hazard.

“One of the terrible things about plastics is they don’t biodegrade. Every piece of plastic which has ended up in the sea still exist somewhere in one shape or another.”

Nikki says the main concern of the plastic pol-lution is that it is ingested by marine life, releas-ing toxins into their system, and back into the food chain.

“It’s bad for the animals, and bad for us.”Nikki says it’s time for people to “stop burying

their heads in the sand.” “Do as much as you can to reduce your use of

plastics. Use cloth bags to carry shopping, refillable drink bottles, wrap lunches in paper, and pick up litter when you see it.

“Talk to your friends and family. Encourage them to do the same. It can sometimes seem like just too big a problem and pointless to make the effort on such a small scale, but it’s not.

“Each and every one of us can make a difference.”For more information on looking after New Zea-

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Removing a tyre from the beach during the clean-up are Beachlands School students Todd Carruthers, Regan Harrison, Connor Doran and Jack Turner.


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All of the students competed well and gave it their best, resulting in several getting through to the A Grade finals at the end of the day.

Bailee McDowell placed second in the A Grade Year 5 Girls’ Freestyle and Callum Campbell came third in both the A Grade Year 6 Boys’ Freestyle and in the A Grade- Year 6 Boys’ Backstroke.

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Built on the solid concrete foundations of an older Beachlands home, this is a complete transformation.

Concrete driveway and adjacent concrete ramp give vehicle as well as pedestrian access to both storeys. Entry to the house is at the top of the ramp via electronically operated wall to floor to ceiling glass doors that open into a porcelain tiled foyer area that gives a hint of what is to come. Visitors to the front door can be scanned via surveillance camera and speaker.

To the left of the foyer is access to a carpeted single car garage that could also be a rumpus room, office or perhaps home gym. To the right a wide hallway, with sensor lights, leads to a large open plan lounge and kitchen-dining area. The lounge has floor to ceiling glass, including stacker doors to the front. The result is an enormous view that takes in the Coromandels, Ponui and Waiheke Islands and Motuihe...all at close range. Unimpeded views to the right also allow for a view along the pohutukawa laden clifftop.

There’s a large deck out front with a big overhang for protection from the weather, and a smaller deck to the right hand side. Both have clear glass balustrades.

The kitchen/dining area features the same aforementioned porcelain tiles, a large kitchen island, two dish washing drawers and a range of the latest appliances plus heaps of storage – all to a minimalist design.

Back down the hallway and there’s access to a choice of two master

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There’s also an internal lift which takes you down to the garage.

Two flights of stairs lead to the bottom storey. To the right is a big laundry while to the left is an alcove with shower and toilet, the purpose of which becomes obvious when stepping through the sliding door to the biggest garage I’ve yet seen.

This is large enough for at least six cars but is perfect for someone with an interest in restoring vintage cars, precisely the purpose to which it is presently used. A door gives access to a lean-to area for pushbikes, kayaks etc.

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Boasting plenty of comfort and “stretch out” space with 2 living areas, 5 bedrooms, a modern spacious kitchen (complete with butlers pantry), open study, 3 plus bathrooms and... a great big triple garage! This one has the right stuff, so get in for a look before somebody else gets to say “Honey I’m Home”.

For Sale: $1,050,000View: SAT/SUN 2:00 - 2:30pm www.barfoot.co.nz/540177

NEW PRICE

Nicolette HaleM 027 702 9157E [email protected] 09 536 4990

Mark Van EttenM 027 523 2245E [email protected] 09 536 4990

OPEN HOME

Beachlands 6 Intrepid Crescent

Set on over 1,210m2 of north facing prime land, this stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom contemporary residence can now all be yours. Designed to capture natural light from nearly every angle while taking in big water views, this substantial home offers comfort and space the whole family will enjoy.

For Sale: $1,395,000

View: SAT/SUN 1:00 - 1:30pm www.barfoot.co.nz/540245

Ian BoswellM 027 285 9314

E [email protected]

Beachlands 09 536 4990

Nicolette HaleM 027 702 9157

E [email protected]

Beachlands 09 536 4990

OPEN HOME

Beachlands61 Liberty CrescentThe picture is for some reason always best on wide screen. Set on a special 1,086 metre site, this home gazes privately over reserves with generous water views and an equally appealing rural aspect. No roofs or immediate homes to spoil the view here. Call now to reserve your seat.

Nicolette HaleM 027 702 9157Beachlands 09 536 4990

Ian BoswellM 027 285 9314A/H 09 530 8403Beachlands 09 536 4990

For Sale: $1,249,000View: Saturday and Sunday 3:00 - 3:30pmwww.barfoot.co.nz/532705

OPEN HOME

Maraetai42 Campbell RoadSet on a large 1057m2 section, this two bedroom beauty is located in arguably one of Maraetai’s best streets.Peaceful and quiet, tucked well back off the road, the sea views and bush outlook offer you a very private retreat.

Mark Van EttenM 027 523 2245P 09 536 7284Beachlands 09 536 4990

Ian BoswellM 027 285 9314A/H 09 530 8403Beachlands 09 536 4990

For Sale: $875,000View: Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 pm & Sat/Sun 12:00 - 12:30pmwww.barfoot.co.nz/537923

1Hunua 61 Heald Road

Make the break to the country, pack up the kids and try your hand at rural lifestyle living. This tidy 3 bedroom home offers just that opportunity. Set on 5260sqm with one small paddock, two single garages and barn there’s ample room for the ag day pet, a few chooks and a wonderful vege garden.

For Sale: $630,000View: By Appointment www.barfoot.co.nz/540765

Joanne MacLeanM 027 291 1440A/H 09 292 2408E [email protected] 09 292 8348

Jan SinclairM 027 839 6762A/H 09 292 2421E [email protected] 09 292 8348

1Designed and built only 12 years ago and with the extended family in mind this house is can either be 2 x 2 bedroom units or one large house of 4-5 bedrooms.All this on 3.6 hectares of rolling land, which is split between 4 paddocks and some native bush.

For Sale: $965,000View: By Appointment www.barfoot.co.nz/539223

Richard SumnerM 027 292 4754E [email protected] 09 292 8348

Hunua 259 Skyhigh Road

Autumn is a golden season for The Clevedon Valley Buffalo Company, which took home two supreme awards and nine medals from the prestigious 2015 Champions of Cheese Awards.

CVBC’s Buffalo Boysenberry Yoghurt saw off stiff competition from almost 30 category entrants to scoop the Green Valley Dairies Champion Yoghurt Award.

CVBC’s second supreme award came in The Epic Brewing Champion Export category, which recognised the company’s hard work – together with its stock-ist, artisan food retailer Harris Farms – on building its market share in Australia.

To add to its two ‘Champion’ accolades, CVBC was awarded five gold and four silver medals – one for every product it entered.

CVBC’s Richard and Helen Dorresteyn are thrilled with the result. “Any one who’s in this industry knows that a whole lot of time, energy and

money goes into producing really exceptional products,” Richard says. “It’s brilliant to have that hard work recognised – and it makes those 4am

starts in the cheese room just that little bit easier!”

Clevedon Buffalo bonanza at cheese awardsBeachlands-Maraetai Social Club’s first meeting

of the year was on March 3 in the Beachlands Hall with 25 member attending.

After the president Daphne Petherbridge wel-comed all and the anthem sung, we were entertained by Yvonne Bartlett once again. She was just as good and lovely as ever, singing songs from various mu-sical shows.

The raffles were won by Spence Nairn and Sheila Colett.

Our microphone has gone has missing so if anyone knows where it is, please contact us on 536 6548. The luncheon at Peppperjacks was enjoyed by all with 30 members attending. New members are wel-come.

– By Chris Horton

Social Club report

Clevedon Valley Buffalo Company’s awards.


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Monthly Real Estate News: Geoff Lovegrove ProfessionalsMonthly Real Estate News:Monthly Real Estate News:

March 2015

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PROPERTY MANAGEMENTAt Lovegrove Realty, our successful and focused property management team is highly experienced in their unique roles. Whether you’re a seasoned property investor or are starting out with your portfolio, it’s crucial to appoint a reputed and credible property manager to look after your home.

Yet when it comes to property management, ensuring that the best tenant is selected and rent is paid on time is only one part of the overall picture.

Our property managers take care of the hard yards – everything from advertising for tenants, checking references, and processing bond payments. And that’s even before your tenants move in, which is where the hard work starts! We’ll then perform regular comprehensive checks to ensure that our managed homes remain in excellent condition, and deal swiftly with any unexpected issues or maintenance that may arise.

We also recognise that many landlords and investors want to maximise their rental yield and capital growth. One of our distinct points of difference is our premium service where we guarantee your rental income, to help property owners achieve their long term objectives.

Let us take care of your property, while you take care of business. We love making property investment a breeze.

ONE TEAM, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE

Exceptional customer service is at the heart of Lovegrove Realty. We’re privileged to service a large portion of Auckland, through our established presence in both Manukau City and the Pohutukawa Coast. And as of last month, we’re delighted to welcome our Pakuranga office into the Professionals fold.

Our core focus is to work as one team. We believe this sets us apart from our competitors and allows us to satisfy our clients at all stages of their real estate journey. So what does this mean for our customers?

Greater flexibility We have hundreds of thousands of homes in our geographical remit, so we can assist you with property needs across the Auckland region. Whether you’re looking to downsize, upsize, move closer to family or are looking for an easier commute, our network of offices can help. We’re proud to say we help more buyers and sellers than any other Professionals agency in the greater Auckland area.

Innovative ideas We know that some of the best results come from engaging and sharing ideas with others. That’s why at Lovegrove Realty our entire network meets regularly to share listings and leads, and to bounce ideas off each other. We all have different individual strengths; when combined, these are powerful tools that result in innovative marketing campaigns and solutions.

Recognised success Simply put, teamwork gets results, and nowhere was this shown more clearly than last year’s win at the Professionals Annual Rewards, where we were awarded the coveted top office spot for Auckland and Northland. As the criteria includes the number of sales achieved, revenue and market share, this award clearly demonstrates the results we drive for our clients.

In essence, all these elements demonstrate our focus on exceptional customer service. Whether you’re buying, selling, renting or looking for a property manager, Lovegrove Realty’s ‘one team’ philosophy has all your needs covered.

Market Report

Median Price Feb 2014 Jan 2015 Feb 2015% Annual increase

Auckland Region $592,000 $660,000 $675,000 14%

Eastern Beaches $762,500 $822,000 $868,500 12.2%

*figures provided by REINZ

Days to sell Sales Volume

District Feb 2015 Feb 2015

Auckland Region 32 1764

Eastern Beaches 33 165

National Sales Distribution

Price Band Feb 2015

Under $400,000 3073

$400,000 - $599,999 1809

$600,000 - $999,999 1439

$1 million and over 577


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WHITFORD

HOME ON 1 ACRE - AUCTION SUNDAYIn demand and especially sought after, a rarity in-fact - an acre in Whitford including a substantial family home.

This sprawling 350m2 home enjoys elevated panoramic views of the rural countryside, coast and city landscapes. It encompasses 4 bedrooms, 2 lounge areas, a rumpus roomand a huge basement area that could offer extended family many options, or could be ideal as a work-from-home option or even workshop. This property offers ample off-streetparking, double internal access garaging and storage sheds.

If you seek a rural lifestyle for your family, but need to be conveniently located close to the city fringe for schooling (zoned for Botany College) and work, then this propertyoffers you the opportunity to escape to the country.

Having enjoyed this big family home for 40 years, our owners are selling up and downsizing. This kind of sought-after lifestyle property won't be on the market long enough forsecond thoughts.

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Source of Info: Council websiteView Online www.lovegroverealty.co.nz ID#PMK13150Address: 354 Whitford RoadAuction Sunday 29th March 2015 at 1:00pmOpen: Sat & Sun 12:30 - 1:00pm

[email protected]:021 448 191mob09 555 9136ddiKaren Hay

Pohutukawa Coast OfficeProfessionals Lovegrove Realty Ltd


FRIDAY MARCH 27: And every Friday during term. Maraetai Beachlands Playgroup. Playtime session for children under 5 years and babies. Come for a coffee/tea and chat with other parents or caregivers. Indoor and outdoor play area with lots of toys. Any further info contact Louise 536 4281 or Sarah 536 5013. FRIDAY MARCH 27: And every Friday during daylight saving at 6pm. Social Bowls at Maraetai Bowling Club. Bowls and tuition provided. Men $5 women a small salad please. Ph. Derek at 5364626 FRIDAY MARCH 27: Free family event in Beachlands. Afternoon of fun and entertainment for the entire family. Activities and games such as infl atables, an eight foot rock climbing wall, sport games, colouring in and dance competitions with plenty of spot prizes up for grabs. Come on down and join in the fun. Sunkist Bay Reserve, 3 to 6pm.

SATURDAY MARCH 28: Elim Christian College Gala - A fun day out for the whole family, 10am -2 pm. Cafe, community marketplace, international food, cakes, cookies, candy, cilent auctions, fun games and ac-tivities, music, toys, treats,facepainting, family photos, pre-loved clothes, hangi. junior campus, 94 Golfl and Drive, Botany.

SUNDAY MARCH 29: A special commemoration mark-ing the 150th anniversary of the Waikato Immigration Scheme. The Clevedon community is being invited to a guided cemetery walk (12.15pm from the Clevedon Presbyterian Church cemetery), then time for a picnic

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lunch at the McNicol Homestead before a 2pm cer-emony at the Clevedon Bridge Historic Reserve.SUNDAY MARCH 29: Christian Teaching at Beachlands Memorial Hall, 7pm. If you are seeking the Christian teaching and fellowship you read of in the bible, come along and hear J Woodland and A Seager. MONDAY MARCH 30: Pohutukawa Coast Rotary pres-ents a talk by substance abuse counsellor Liz Jamie-son-Hastings to be held at 7.30pm, St. Hildas Church Hall in Wakelin Rd, Beachlands. Gold coin donation. Refreshments following. Contact details: Ann on 0274 570 828 MONDAY MARCH 30: Kawakawa Bay/Orere Health Clinic Inc, Annual General Meeting 2015, 7.30pm. Kawakawa Bay Hall. All welcome. Light supper at end of meeting. TUESDAY MARCH 31: Staying Safe a relaxed and interactive driver refresher course for mature road users will be held from 9.30am to 2.30pm, at Howick Presbyterian Church, 11 Vincent Road, Howick. This off road course will cover 4 key themes: Keeping Safe – thinking about your safety, Being Safe – driving skills, Safe Journeys – managing road situations, Keep Moving Safely – alternatives to driving. Morning tea and lunch included. For further information and to book (essential for catering purposes), please email [email protected] or phone Age Concern on 279 4331 ext 800.WEDNESDAY APRIL 1: And every Wednesday Maraetai Beach Indoor Bowling Club, Maraetai Hall at 7.15pmSATURDAY APRIL 4: Orere School Gala, 9am to 1pm. Raffl es, rides, stalls, white elephant, stall holders. Call Cindy on 2922 181. For donations, call Orere School on 292 2736 THURSDAY APRIL 9: Pohutukawa Coast Community As-sociation monthly meeting, 7.30pm, Maraetai Coast-guard Rooms, members welcome

SATURDAY APRIL 11: “Beachlands Mini Market & Car Boot” at the Beachlands Chartered Club 9am-12noon. Bring the family along for a fun morning with a variety of stalls + Sausage Sizzle, Quick Fire Raffl es and Country Music.Collect up your unwanted items and have a Car Boot for $10 or have Stall for $20 and promote your business.Phone/Text Sheryl 536 6947 or 027 806 9519 to book

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IF YOU ARE SEEKING THE CHRISTIAN TEACHING

AND FELLOWSHIP YOU READ OF IN THE BIBLEThen we invite you to a series of services being

held in the Beachlands Memorial Hall, Wakelin Road

Sunday at 7pmMessages from the Bible only.

Services are free and without obligationSpeakers: J Wood and A Seager

NEEDS YOU!Coastguard Maraetai are looking for volunteers

to join our unit.Being a volunteer is life changing, as well as lifesaving.

You will receive free training to learn the skills required to crew on a rescue vessel.Interested in finding out more? Call Mike Sommerville on 021 765 742

or visit www.coastguard.co.nz/about-us/our-volunteers

An animal lover, Sue’s first work was a tiger, before she took on a bear and tried her hand at wolves, all with fur almost real enough to stroke.

“It’s about giving them personality and bringing them to life,” she says.

Sue also enjoys the challenge of portraiture and is currently work-ing on the picture of a childhood friend from England.

James Dean, Johnny Depp and an Indian chief have also come to life under Sue’s precise and practised brushstrokes.

“When you are doing a portrait you have to see right inside their soul to do it well.”

Her artistic journey has led her into contact with other locals who also love to paint.

“I think there are a lot of very talented people out here on the Coast,” says Sue.

Her own growing pas-

sion for painting proved a therapeutic lifeline when she battled an un-expectd and life threat-ening illness.

“Painting was what kept me going,” say Sue.

“I even took my art and my pencils into hospital and had my pictures on the walls.

“A lot of me was being taken away but I was still me because I had my art.”

With 12 months off work to recuperate, Sue painted virtually every day losing herself in her creations.

Her Mellow Yellow lily depiction took some six months to complete using 16 layers of ink to create the stunningly lifelike image.

Sue’s work will be on display at the Eas-ter Show over Easter weekend and then at the TC School of Fine Arts in Ben Lomond Cres-cent from Wednesday 8 April - Sunday 12 April, 9.30am-4pm.

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10-12.30pm $40 per person, including morning tea

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... two bedrooms each! Two (not so little) garages! On one super attractive 1012m2 section in the heart of old

Beachlands. Fenced, flat and only a short walk to school, pre-school, shops and a choice of two lovely sandy

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As I have written a lot about investing in prop-erty I thought it might be a good time to intro-duce my 4 step Property investing system.I �nd this is a very helpful system to avoiding property investing mistakes that can cost thou-sands of dollars. A good way to consider your options is to “PROD”:

P: Plan – set a goal and purpose for the prop-erty investment decision. Is it a long term capital gain improvement property or is it a do up that you can add value to by improving it....R: Research – thoroughly do your homework O: Over commitment - don’t, don’t, don’t !D: Do it ! Don’t delay any longer, do , do, do, just do it !!! PLAN - Having a goal enables you to decide exactly what you need, and what is enough. If you have enough, you don’t need any more.For example, if your goal is a debt free home, and one investment property that gives you a regular monthly income, plus pension in your retirement, then start with that in mind.Or maybe your goal is not an investment . You might want to trade to a better property, or keep trading up to eventually buy a cli� top property with wonderful views, or a farm....etc

Time for a PROD!RESEARCH – Once you have decided what the purpose of the property is then you need to do the research - the property, the location, the area, and the numbers; preferably with a broker, accountant, and bank manager. OVER COMMITMENT - At all costs you want to avoid over committing yourself.Consider: Is the rent going to cover the mort-gage? Can you comfortably top o� the payments even if you have no tenant ?The maintenance of both house and grounds?Is it best to keep your present home and buy an investment, or sell and move up to a larger home ? This can sometimes be done with little extra monthly cost, when rents are taken into account.Either way you are moving up the property ladder. DO IT – once you have made up your mind, GO FOR IT ! One good well planned, well researched deal can set you up for life. Think long term. Life is a marathon, not a sprint.

Specifically Andrew wants parents to research the issue and tell him:

• Which buses are full and which are not

• How many children are standing.

• How big is the prob-lem. He suggests talking with students over the past five years to find out whether they are aware of any injuries during their time on the buses.

• How long are chil-dren standing for. Ten minutes may be accept-

able, but an hour is not, he says.

• Complete and collate the petition that has been circulating that calls for all children to be seated. “It will be useful to have, although the reality is it won’t change anything.”

“Once we get all that information I am keen to have a discussion where we can perhaps work out a different model. Maybe we need an extra bus and maybe local businesses would be

prepared to help fund it?“Then I plan to talk to

Auckland Transport as part of a wider discus-sion about their plans for this area. There’s $250 million in developer contributions going to the council and I want to see evidence of some of it being spent out here. Whitford Road will be on the agenda.”

Andrew says he will also talk with Howick College to get it’s point of view on the bus issue.

Information will helpget school bus answers

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A special commemo-ration marking the 150th anniversary of the Waikato Immigra-tion Scheme – which

These 115 poppies (right) have been made by members of the Kawakawa Bay Crafters and are being sent to “5000 Poppies NZ.”

The original “5000 Poppies” was formed in Australia to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the ANZAC landing at Gallipoli.

Last year “5000 Poppies NZ” followed, with the goal of 18,000 poppies as a visual tribute to each of the Kiwi personnel killed in World War I.

The response from craft enthusiasts around the country has been amazing and to date nearly 26,000 have been knitted, crocheted or stitched.Other supporters are busily attaching the poppies to panels which will be displayed on ANZAC Day at the Airforce Museum in Christchurch and the Navy Museum in Devonport.

At a later date the panels will be displayed at other venues around New Zealand. So far 18 panels have been assembled.

Other groups of crafters are also working towards displays in their local libraries, RSAs and museums.

What began as a small project by two women in Victoria, Australia, has now grown into a huge ground swell of interest and support. Photo: Clinton Schubert. www.intopix.co.nz

brought new settlers to Clevedon – is being held on Sunday March 29.

The Clevedon com-munity is being invited to a guided cemetery walk (12.15pm from the Clevedon Presbyte-rian Church cemetery), followed by a picnic lunch at the McNicol Homestead before a 2pm ceremony at the Clevedon Bridge His-toric Reserve.

The Waikato Im-migration Scheme of 1864 was a result of New Zealand finding itself short of labourers, stonemasons, domes-tic staff, tradespeople

blacksmiths etc. A service industry was

required to assist the rural farming commu-nity to overcome prob-lems due to this lack of skilled workers.

The scheme was im-plemented to bring im-migrants from South Africa, Ireland and Scotland.

Thirteen sailing ships were involved but the ship that brought people to Wairoa South (Cleve-don) was the SS Viola.

The Viola left Glas-gow, Scotland, on De-cember 8, 1864 and dropped anchor in the Auckland harbour on April 4 1865.

On board were 340 Scottish immigrants who had endured four months of confinement.

The settlers were loaded into cutters and made their way south to the mouth of the Wairoa River.

They made it to the Wairoa Landing Place, now known as the Clevedon His-toric Reserve, on the downstream side of the Clevedon Bridge.

They were initially sheltered in the former settlers’ stockade at McNicol’s and in tents nearby.

For about half the pas-sengers their journey was completed after they walked a track to Papakura. Many of them stayed for a while at the Kiri Kiri Redoubt not far from the top of Old Wairoa Road.

The Wairoa Road, Pa-pakura, used to be the main road to Clevedon.

Many of these set-tlers ended up farm-ing in Settlement Road, Papakura. Land offered to the Vio-la settlers was in Settle-ment Road, Clevedon, now known as McNicol Road.

The Government of the day was confiscat-ing land off Maori as a result of the New Zea-land Wars. Many new Wairoa South settlers could not have survived the rigours of being giv-en a block of this land (usually ten acres) with-out the early assistance and generosity of local Maori and the settlers’ compatriots who had arrived up to 12 years earlier.

Ironically, the Viola settlers came to fill gaps in the service industry, but it seems most of them took up farming.

Many Viola descend-ants still live in the Clevedon district.

Bay crafters knit Anzac poppies

Special event marks 150th settler anniversary

The Clevedon Family Centre’s recent high tea raised more than $350 for the Papakura Family Service Centre.

Guest speakers were Papakura centre manager Louise Belcher and counsellor Melodie Breuer.

“I think it was wonderful for peple to put a face to the name of the Papakura centre that we, as a church, have supported in practical ways over a number of years,” says Clevedon family centre manager Heather Chapman.

“We heard firsthand the stories of what they are dealing with day to day and the diffference they are making in families’ lives.”

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Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act

Presbyterian Church leaders from across the greater Auckland area met at Clevedon Presbyterian Church to welcome the Rev Martin Baker. into the ministry at Clevedon.

Martin has been the senior minister in churches from Auckland to Dunedin and for the last nine years has been the Assembly Executive Secretary of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa-New Zealand, working in, and guiding the National Church from its head office in Wellington.

For the last few years, Mark Chapman, the current and longstanding minister at Clevedon for 39 years, has encouraged the church to invite a second minister to Clevedon whose ministry would over-lap with his, and provide continuity on Mark’s retirement.

The goal was realisedd when Martin agreed

to work in association with Mark, and the new ministry was formally recognised and celebrated.

The full parish. including Clevedon and Kawakawa Bay together with ministers from the surrounding Northern Presbytery, filled the church as

they gathered for the Induction Service.

Formal proceedings were led by Rev Margaret Anne Low, and included a sermon by Rev Ron Lau’ese Minister of Mangere East St Mark’s Presbyterian Church.

Matt John and team,

Gina Sanders and the choir from Mangere East provided musical interludes during the service.

Following the service, Martin and his wife, Sandy Callister, were welcomed into the life and ministry of Clevedon Presbyterian.

New Presbyterian minister welcomed

Mark Chapman (left) welcomes new minister Martin Baker.

A number of tracks, campsites and access ways in the Hunua Ranges Regional Park will be closed until June 19 for feral goat control operations by Auckland Council.

Feral goats are a significant pest threat in the Hunua Ranges and it is important to keep them under control to reduce damage to the unique biodiversity and allow native flora to mature.

All tracks will be open for recreational use on weekends and public holidays during the closure period.

The closures will not affect the park’s most popular walking track around the Hunua Falls. This will remain open and visitors are welcome.

Auckland Council Senior Regional Biosecurity Advisor Mark Mitchell says: “The on-going control programme in the Hunua Ranges is reaping excellent results in controlling feral goats to low numbers.

“Goats destroy native forest. They eat the foliage of most trees and plants, including seedlings and saplings.

“The control work has allowed the natural regeneration of our native forest and significantly healthier native bush with many plant species now flourishing.

“Goat control operations are contracted to expert professional hunters, who must meet our stringent operational requirements. Hunting zones have been established and mapped out to allow for minimal disruptions to the area,” says Mark Mitchell.

Signs will be placed at appropriate track entry points, including car parks and arrival areas, to inform visitors about the temporary closure of tracks and campsites, including restrictions on recreational hunting.

For further information on pest control operations in Hunua Ranges Regional Park and to view a map of the control area visit: http://regionalparks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/hunuaranges

Or phone (09) 301 0101.

Goat control

in Hunuas


LIFT WANTED

HEALTH & BEAUTY

FOR HIRE

DINING GUIDE

DINING GUIDE

DININGGUIDE

DINING GUIDE

FERTILISER: Chicken manure fertiliser supplied, carted and spread. Also lime spreading. Ph: Neil 021 724 327/ 299 6486FIREWOOD: Dry split Pine, Gum, Puriri. Aso ti-tree, taraire, tawa, not dry Ph: 536 6026SHAVINGS: In wool- sacks - sawdust also available. Ideal for horse stables and calf pens. Ph: Ph: Neil 021 724 327 or 299 6486.

BUYING/SELLING

PERSONAL TRAINER: Enhance your health & fi tness and get motivated at Envision Personal Train-ing Studio. 1-on-1 and pairs sessions for all ages. Ph: Garyth: 021 2991 482

WOODSPLITTER: for hire. Split your own wood now. Dry hire or with operators. Ph: Leighton 021 752 687.

Call: Julie 09 536 4484 or021 175 1644

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beauty therapy / make-up

• Blend Method Electrolysis• Facials

• Waxing • Lash/Brow Tinting • Manicures & Pedicures

• Make-up for Weddings or Special Occasion using MAC Cosmetics

• Gift Vouchers available

Friday’s from 4pm till late Italian Pizza Nightsmall plates, platters, wine tasting, events

Also available for private functions/[email protected]

133 Whitford Park Road, WhitfordPH 530 8936 www.turangacreek.co.nz

Down to Earth Wine Bar OPEN:

THURS/FRI 11AM - ’TIL LATE, SAT/SUN 11 AM - 5PM

Are you a Qualifi ed MECHANIC?WE NEED YOU!

Do you have WOF AVI, NZ Qualifi ed Mechanic with around 7 years’ experience

Please send CV to: [email protected]

or 536 666457 Third View Ave, Beachlands

Ruean ThongPh: 536 5749 or 536 5719

HOURS: DINNER 7 DAYS FROM 5-10.30PM45 WAKELIN RD, BEACHLANDS

Fresh, Healthy and DeliciousFULLY LICENSED/ BYO WINE

NOW AVAILABLEThai food combo only $15 a main

Also Chicken Pad Thai only $12 a mainDine-in or Takeaway

~FREE delivery every day except Fri & Sat, minimum order $50~

Dine In • Takeaway • Delivery

DINNER: Tue - Sun 4.30pm til lateLUNCH: Saturday & Sunday 11am - 2.30pm

cnr Wakelin Road and Third View Ave, Beachlands

Dine in & enjoy our very economical bar menu

$12.99

Ph: 536 5689

Tue & Wed Dinner SPECIAL! Curry, Rice & Plain Naan Bread

SITUATIONS VACANT

SITUATION VACANTSTOCKTAKE / ORDER PICKING

Zealandia Horticulture is a NZ wide, leading grower of retail bedding plants, potted colour, commercial seedlings and houseplants.

Our team prides itself on an effective, efficient auditing and distribution system. These positions entail accurate stocktake and release of our product, order pulling - getting the right plants for the right truck at the right time, as well as other nursery work.

Successful applicants will be based in our new state of the art facility at Tourist Road in Clevedon.

We look forward to applicants with some or all of the following attributes:

• An energetic and enthusiastic attitude• Attention to detail• Physically fit• Driven by efficiency, targets & a systematic approach• Able to work extended hours or weekend work through spring• Good communication skills and a positive problem solving attitude• Ability to carry out general nursery work when required

Zealandia offers a friendly, positive work environment and a competitive wage rate.

Please apply in writing with an application form.

Application forms and more about us can be found on our web site www.zealandia.co.nz. or by contacting Ross during business hours on (03) 323-9898.

Applications will be accepted up to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 10th April 2015.

Stocktake/Order PickingZealandia Horticulture LtdP.O. Box 76007NorthwoodChristchurch 8548

Great range ofPIZZA &

PASTA

FREE delivery Beachlands & Maraetai for orders over $40

2/5 MARAETAI SCHOOL RD

Sun – Mon 11.30am to 8pmTues – 3.30 to 8pm Wed – 11.30am to 8pm

Thurs – Sat 11.30am to 8.30pm

Ph: 536 4400

PINE HARBOUR MARINA PH: 536 4659Mon: CLOSED Tues: 9am-4pm Wed-Sun: 9am-late

Hours of opening:Wed & Thurs - 6pm-late

Fri & Sat- 8am- lateSunday - 8am- 5pm

442 North Road, only 4 kms from Clevedon Village T: 09 292 8539

OPEN ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner menuBookings essential for evening diningFully licensed barBookings taken for functions & events

PROFEET: Mobile Foot-care. Nail clipping and fi ling, corn and hard skin removal, ingrown toenails, footbath and massage. Qualifi ed service in your own home. N.S.I. Quali-fi ed. Health Protection licence - Alk City Cncl. Ph: Nicolle Janssen on (09) 291 9298 or 021 134 1575

COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL/RESIDENTIAL

• Building/House Washing• General Waterblasting• Roof Cleaning• Gutter Cleaning

• Window Cleaning• Carpet Cleaning• Pest Control• Upholstery Cleaning

Phone: 0508 932 532www.bestpropertyservices.co.nz

Professional & Trade Services From Page 15

Service Centre

Eddie GauselM: 0274 308 538 Fx: 536 7084

A/H: 536 7083Email: [email protected]

• Sales & Service• Domestic Pumps• Filters • UV Purification

PUMPS

Whitford Village

Pumps, Filters & BoresInstall & Service

Complete Water Treatment Systems

530 8872

Malmaks Water ShopWATER

WEB DESIGN

42 Wakelin Rd, Beachlands

VET ON PREMISES:Mon, Tues,Fri, Sat 9am-12 noon; Wed 2-6pm

OPEN:

www.franklinvets.co.nzPh: 538 0010 E:[email protected]

Franklin Vets BeachlandsMon,Tues,Thurs, Fri 9am-5pmWed 9am-6pm; Sat 9am-12 noon

VETERINARY

DARRYL SMITH STAINLESS FABRICATIONS LTD

DARRYL SMITH STAINLESS FABRICATIONS LTD

Ph: 266 8774 or Fax: 267 1104 Email: [email protected]

• Alloy Boat Repairs • Alterations & Custom-made Accessories a

Specialty, Including Architectural Alloy, Stainless Steel & Steel Fabrications

STAINLESS FABRICATIONS

0508 762 766 www.robsonkerr.co.nz

0508 762 766

FULL property management at only 7% + gstFREE tenant finding service

NO EXTRA FEES (conditions apply)

CALL us today for your

free rental appraisal

LABOURERS:Labourers wanted for Concreting work. Please call Murray 027 4985 267.

PROPERTY SERVICES

LIFT WANTED: Daily from Beachlands to Bot-any/Harris Road area to arrive at 8:30am starting 7th April. Will help with fuel costs. Ph: Jane 021 044 7376

PETS / ANIMALSDOG TRAINER: Fiona Bailey. Qualifi ed Dog Trainer. Flexible Training Options Available. Ph: 536 5388 & Mob 021 243 8089

CONSTR UCT ION: Landscape Company requires person with building and construction experience for Full Time position. Must have Drivers License and own transport. Contact Ben 027 237 9172

SITUATIONS VACANT


WORK WANTEDA1 HEDGES/TREES/STUMPS: Trimmed, re-moved, or chipped for mulch or landscaping. Inorganic removal and section clearing. Ph: 536 5955, 021 056 0793CARPET CLEANING: Clean your carpets now to NZ standard. 2 brm unit cleaned from as little as $79, 3 brm from $99. Single rooms, upholstery, rugs. Free deodorise. Ph: Shane 536 6397 or mob 0800 747 262CHIMNEY SWEEP: Mike Johnson- 10+ yrs experience. Prompt ser-vice, no mess. Report provided. Book now to beat the winter rush. Ph: 536 6394 or 021 251 0324 HANDYMAN You name it... renovations, DVS installation, garden-ing, retaining, fencing, landscaping, trellis, light building and mainte-nance work. Ph Gary 021 90 30 20 or 536-6358.LAWNS: Cheap, quality lawnmoving. Ph: Param 021 0835 0555MOWER/CHAINSAWREPAIRS: All small en-gine repairs, mowers, ride-on mowers, chain-saws, weedtrimmers, and chain saw sharp-ening. No job too small. Free pick-up local area only. Ph: 536 5621 or mob 027 308 7777PAINTER DECORATOR: Interior & exterior repaints also new work. Reliable with refs avail.Ph Rob 0211 848 173PLASTERING: Fix, Stop, Skim, Gib Cove 19 years experience. No job too big or small. Free quotesPh Logan 021 1845 601 or 536 7058 PROPERTY S’VICES: No job too small! Gib stop & paint, brick & block lay-ing, tiling, paving, prop-erty maintenance. Ph: Dean 536 5164 or 0221 361 620WINDOW CLEANING: Window’s in/out,exterior house wash,gutter clear-ing. Exp operator, Ph Keith at Panoramics 0272 453 444 or 530 8136WOOD CHIPPER: Wood chipping service. Up to 60mm dia branches. Full service, cutting, chip-ping, spreading and clear-ing available. Ph Gary 021 90 30 20 or 536-6358.

Professional & Trade Services Guide

CLEVEDON ANIMAL FARM: Family farm walks, pony rides and children’s parties. Visit our website:w w w. c l e v e d o n a n i -malfarm.co.nz or call Lynn on 292 9231 Clevedon.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Kawakawa Bay/Orere

Health Clinic IncAnnual General Meeting 2015

Monday 30 March 7.30pm

Kawakawa Bay Hall

Stump GrindingYOUR LOCAL SPECIALIST

PLUS TREEWORK & CHIPPERFOR A FREE QUOTE PH : 027 308 7777

Newspaper advert

coastal landscapesD E S I G N B U I L D P L A N T M A I N T A I N

[email protected]

09 536 5377 027 237 9172

LANDSCAPING

LEGAL

tel 273 2173 www.sanctuarytrustlaw.co.nz

TheFamily Trust Specialist

Jacques Vannoort, LLM

Julie’s Home Grown Nursery18 First View Ave, BEACHLANDS

OPEN 10am – 4pm WED TO SUN

536 4266 Mob 027 270 6792email: [email protected]

• Potted Colour • Shrubs • Topiaries • Grasses • Trees • Bedding Plants

PLANTS/SHRUBS

Call BRETT on021 501 421

or 536-6592Certifying Plumber & Gas Fitter

More than 20 years’ experience

For ALL Domestic & Commercial Work

• All Plumbing Maintenance • All Gas Maintenance• Pumps & Filters• Water Tanks• UV Sterilisation• Rain Water Harvesting

• Electric Hot Water Cylinders• Gas Water Heating• Gas Fire Places• New & Existing Housing

K.DadziePLUMBING GAS FITTING

DrAINLAyING LTD

WATEr FLAM

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Call SHAY on 0212 767 797

• Renovations • New Homes • Pumps • Spouting• Hot Water Cylinders • All Plumbing Repairs

YOUR plumber living on the Coast!

Quality workmanship no matter the size of the job

Call Mark on

24 HOUR CALLOUTPensioner Discounts

Local Beachlands-Maraetai Craftsman Plumber

www.fordplumbing.co.nz 022 601 3216

Ford Plumbing

PLUMBING

HEALTH & FITNESS

ELECTRICIAN

PH: 536-4076MOB: 021 769 964

FREE Quoteswww.pohutukawaelectrical.co.nz

No job too small - No job too big!Fast, reliable service.Qualified lighting designer

BINS

WHITE WASTE LTD ph: 0800 720 710

Your Local Skip Bin Supplier

APPLIANCESGRAYMAC APPLIANCE SERVICES

For repairs to:Fisher & Paykel and all major brands of stoves,

fridges, dishwashers,washing machines, dryers etcFor prompt reliable service

Ph: GRAEME McCORKINDALE 535-5093Authorised Whirpool service centre

PINK BINS3, 4.5, 6 & 9 metre bins 3, 4.5 metre hardfill bins

We are reliable and we recycle!Ph: 0800 PINK BINS (746-524)

Email: [email protected] www.pinkbins.co.nz

www.marinadentists.co.nz

Visit your LOCAL dentist for all your dental needs

PINE HARBOUR

HOURS: Mon-Fri 9.30am-5.30pm; Sat 9.30am-2.30pmAfter Hours Appts by Arrangement

Dr Alex Mechkov BDS DENTAL SURGEON, BSc, Dip.Dent.Technology

Dr Juliane Techima BDS DENTAL SURGEON

Nor West House

Ph: 536 4361E: [email protected]

MARINA

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GYM & GROUP CLASS MEMBERSHIPSPERSONAL TRAINING

TENNIS & SQUASH COURTSPOOL

09 536 7231 WWW.PERFORMFITNESS.CO.NZ

YOUR TOTAL HEALTH & FITNESS SOLUTION

Your Local Registered ElectriciansPh 536 6800

For prompt professional electrical services with a smile• www.awe.co.nz• [email protected]• free quotes

Providing electrical services on the Pohutukawa Coast & throughout Auckland

BUILDER

Online Booking Availablewww.sanctuarydental.co.nz

Unit 20, 2 Bishop Dunn PlaceBotany, Auckland09 273 2173

Opening Hours:Mon & Wed: 8am - 6pm

Tues & Thurs: 8am - 8pmFri: 9am - 6pm

Sat: 9am - 2pm

you should love visiting the dentist...

We offer:• Sleep dentistry for relaxation and anxiety • Holistic and amalgam free dentistry• Free dental treatment for young adults from year 9 to 18 years old* • Payment options: GE, Farmers, Q Card*Terms and conditions apply, contact us for full details

Full Comprehensive DentalAssessment including:2 x-rays &Panoramic OPG Imaging(Full Mouth Digital X-ray) $60

Online Booking Availablewww.sanctuarydental.co.nz

Unit 20, 2 Bishop Dunn PlaceBotany, Auckland09 273 2173

Opening Hours:Mon & Wed: 8am - 6pm

Tues & Thurs: 8am - 8pmFri: 9am - 6pm

Sat: 9am - 5pm

you should love visiting the dentist...

Full Comprehensive DentalAssessment including:2 x-rays &Panoramic OPG Imaging(Full Mouth Digital X-ray)

$60We offer:• Sleep dentistry for relaxation and anxiety • Holistic and amalgam free dentistry• Free dental treatment for young adults from year 9 to 18 years old* • Payment options available

*Terms and conditions apply, contact us for full details

Makethe right

choiceabout your

dental care

• Teeth whitening• All ceramic tooth filling materials using Cerec3 cad-cam 3D technology

• Permanent tooth replacements with dental implants• For gum health and maintencance call our hygienist Shelley Chadwick

• All aspects of general dentistryEvening appointments available

Call us now on 530 8461 or 530 8271 Whitford Village, Whitford, Auckland

David Cain B.D.S (UK) Rick Parfitt B.D.S. Shelley Chadwick

David Cain B.D.S (UK)

We are dedicated to your personal well-being through dental health

BRANDING

PROPERTY SERVICES

Clinton GoreNZ Registered ElectricianAccredited Heat Pump Installer

• Commercial / Shopfitting • Residential / Renovations • Heat Pumps /Air ConditioningM 027 779 7777 E [email protected]

DENTAL

ph Rodger on 021 659 677 www.digitalaerial.co.nz

-additional outlets -relocation set up -freeview set up -TV aerial install

AERIALS

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We can assist in finding a tenant and offer aCOMPLETE PROPERTY

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Call David Jones Today!Property Manager - Beachlands

M 021- 0736389Beachlands | Maraetai | WhitfordClevedon | Hunua | Paparimu | Ararimu

M 021- 0736389

Clevedon | Hunua | Paparimu | Ararimu

All plumbing workguaranteed

Your local masterplumber

0800 55 89 55

CALL MARK027 202 3212 or 536 5516

[email protected]

GARDEN SERVICES

BRACKS DOG GROOMING

Summer is here, so is the heat. So give your pooch a lovely treat

– Bath, Dry, Trim and Pamper and make your doggy a happy camper.Call Denise 09 536 4639


ACCOUNTING SERVICESSheryl Lane, chartered accountant 530 8219Ian McLennan, CA www.iwm.co.nz 536 6715Diane Myers CA, [email protected] 292 9470Beanies2U, call Tanya chartered accountant 536 6297ACCOUNTING & BOOK KEEPINGFair Value Accounting, Natasha www.fairvalue.co.nz 536 5195ACUPUNCTUREElaine Lin, Beachlands - ACC accrediated 021 299 2694AERIALS, TV & HOME THEATRESmart Home Technology. Freeview, aerials, phone jacks, TV outlets, home theatre, new home prewire. Phone Sunny 0800 786 266 or 027 2841 325Auckland Wide Electrical 536 6800, 021 998 665AGGREGATESBeachlands Building & Hire Centre 536 6567ALUMINUM WINDOWS:www.windowrenovations.co.nz Repairs and Replacements 021 297 2320APPLIANCE SERVICINGAxial appliance servicing [email protected] 573 0877 ARCHITECTSPeter Diprose www.diprose.co.nz 530 9065 or 021 125 1498ARCHITECTURAL PLAN & DESIGNRoss J Willoughby 530 9358ASPHALTAsphalt & Civil Projects Ltd 527 8718, 0274 969 817AUTO ELECTRICIANMobile Auto & Marine 0800 662 352 Alert Auto Electrical, Alan 021 176 4214BEACHLANDS STORESGo to Mo’s 536 6505Liquorland Beachlands 536 6345Beachlands Building & Hire Centre- hardware, hire and garden centre 536 6567Karishma Foodmarket 536 6601Meat to Please 536 6866BEAUTY THERAPYMaraetai Day Spa 536 4453, 021 036 6237Electrolysis Hair Removal 536 5377, 027 536 5377BED & BREAKFASTBrookwood Lodge (Beachlands) 536 6975BLIND SERVICESVen Lu Ree Blind Services For all New Blinds Plus Blind Cleaning and Repairs – www.vlr.co.nz 0800 999 229Onsite Blind Cleaning & Repairs 528 1657 or 296 3237BOBCAT & TRUCK HIREClevedon Bobcats, Dennis Marx 021 275 8544BRICK & BLOCK LAYINGDave Stones 021 287 0188BUILDERSBryant Builders Ltd 0274 935 507 or 2928 777Neal McKendrick Builders 2928 583 or 0274 374 896Xact Construction, Greg Waterhouse 530 9032 or 021 878 071Dean Hartshorne Builders Ltd 536 5645 or 027 536 5645Homing Instincts Ltd, ph Gareth Price 021 618 181 or 536 6422Cleave Building & Civil Ltd 577 3193 or 021 322 258specialistbuilders.co.nz Craig 0800 54 64 64 or 021 392 092NAS builders Ltd Neil 021 079 2589BUILDING CERTIFIERSCompass Building Consultants Ltd 272 2269BUILDERS SUPPLIESMorton Timber Co. Clevedon 292 8656CAR DEALERChris Broadhurst Motor Co 027 457 2379CHANDLERYMarina Supplies (Pine Harbour) 536 5157CHILD CARE CENTRESLilly’s Locker Montessori preschool 530 8697CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAUBotany CAB for free, confidential advice & information 271 5382 (Botany CAB) 576 8331 (Pakuranga CAB)CLOTHING ALTERATIONSFrom Hems to Wedding Gowns - Call Cathryn 963 4107COMPUTER SERVICESAndrew WhatWhyWhen.com 0220 HELP PC or 536 6514 CONCRETE WORKAsphalt & Civil Projects Ltd 527 8718 or 0274 969817Bellingham Concretes 536 5220 or 0274 533 05918yrs exp. Drives, paths, floors etcCOUNSELLINGYour Direction, www.yourdirection.co.nz 021 240 4242DECKINGA1 Decking & Landscaping Construction~ Decks, Pergolas, Garden Sheds etc. 0204 001 8401DENTISTSSanctuary Dental 273 2173– Dr Yvonne Vannoort, Dr Abraham Thavamani, Dr Sylvia Hong – Dr Shayeste Irani – Hygienists Michelle Felton, Caron Thorne, Helen Lu Whitford Dental Group 530 8461 or 530 8271– Dr Rick Parfitt & Dr David Cain – Hygienist – Shelley Chadwick 530 8461, 530 8271Anthony Hunt Dental Ltd, Dr Anthony Hunt, Clevedon 292 9071Marina Dentists Pine Harbour 536 4361DENTURESHowick Denture Services 534 8113 DIGGER & TRUCK HIREHolland Landscaping www.hollandlandscaping.co.nz 0800 200 360Entwood Enterprises 021 767 743 or 534 2481The Little Digger 027 278 0335 or 536 4424

DOCTORBeachlands Medical Centre 536 6006Maraetai Beach Medical Clinic 536 5292DOGS, CATS & PETSClevedon Kennels and Cattery 292 8789Howick Country Kennels & Cattery 530 8664Brookby Lodge accommodation for dogs & cats 530 8675Fairfield Boarding Kennels & Cattery, Clevedon 292 8852Noah’s Ark mobile inhome pet care 530 8136Riverlee Pet Lodge, Clevedon 292 8789DOG GROOMINGBracks Dog Grooming 536 4639www.brackscats.co.nzDRAINLAYERSMike Forde Contracting Ltd (reg. drainlayer) 021 636 816J & R Hack Drainage 021 367 431Bay Earthworks 0274 925 771DRILLINGDrillforce – water bores, divining, pump advice 09 267 9100EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONB/M Playcentre Mon-Fri. 9am-12 536 6015in Beachlands School grounds Whitford Pre-School Centre 530 8726Clevedon Kidz Early Childhood Centre 2928 358Coastal Kids 536 6737Coastal Kids Pre-School 536 5313Stems From Home Professional In-Home Child Care 536 7103Connections In The Home (In-Home Child Care) 533 3512EARTH MOVING CONTRACTORSHenri & Lynda Habraken 0274 961 472, 536 6806Coast2Coast Earthworx Ltd 536 4536, 021 364 536Mike Forde Contracting Ltd 021 636 816Padlie-Hall Ltd 533 0917, 027 243 7156Cleave Building & Civil Ltd 577 3193, 021 923 076Digginit.co.nz 5 tonne digger & mini truck, holes drilled 027 656 2270 www.brookbycontracting.co.nz 3.5t w Augers 530 9290 or 027 530 9290ELECTRICIANSAuckland Electrical Services 536 4074, 0274 741 579Auckland Wide Electrical 536 6800, 021 998 665Pohutukawa Electrical 536 4076, mob 021 769 964Positive Electrical Services 021 801 606Powered Up Electrical 021 660 065 , 299 1122Down to Earth Electrical 027 779 7777 ENGINEERING & WELDINGM & K Anderson, onsite engineering 09 948 2160 or 021 02677369Amediate Engineering Ltd 265 2200, 021 725 609Clevedon Garage – Design/Build/Repairs/M’nance 292 8289ENGINEERS - CIVIL/ENVIRONMENTAL/STRUCTURALCLC Consulting Group Ltd 576 3276FARM KILLSKevin Rogers 292 4725FENCING CONTRACTORSCraig McLeod 027 292 5844Shilo Urlich 027 256 6813White Fencing 2928 064, 0274 957 868FIREWOODIgnition Firewood 0800 WOOD NOWFLOORINGAll About Floors, Darrel 570 5300, 021 688 875FLORISTClevedon Flowers, www.clevedonflowers.co.nz 292 9540FRAMERSHowick Frames & Gallery 534 1307FUNERAL DIRECTORSEnsom Funerals (John Ensom) 266 9942 or 524 6765Fountains Funeral Directors & Monumentalists -Papakura, Franklin and Manurewa 298 2957 or 266 6177Howick Funeral Home Robert Johnstone - Mark Rowley 534 7300 Papatoetoe Funeral Cottage 279 9098Resthaven Funeral ServicesRachel Benns & Raewyn Proctor 533 7493, 267 2530Souly Funerals Beachlands 0800 47 68 59GARAGE DOORSRepairs & Service, Metro Garage Doors 263 6608GEOTECHNICAL SERVICESFraser Thomas Ltd 278 7078 GIBSTOPPINGAlpha Drywall, Geoff 022 027 0290 or 536 6653Wayne Mackenzie 021 882 276 or ah 530 9031Greg Brown 021 067 6104, ah 536 5989Tony Hardyment -stopping & painting 0274 966 394, 536 6477specialistlinings.co.nz We fix, stop, and paint 0800 54 64 64Mark Mangham, small to large jobs: [email protected] 021 456 275 ah 536 4140GIFTS, SOUVENIRS, FLOWERSClevedon Woolshed Crafts/Gifts 292 8615GLASS AND GLAZINGManurewa Glass 266 7794Howick Glass 535 4180GRAPHIC DESIGNNikki Croxford www.clickcreative.co.nz 536 7142, 021 920 630Kirsty Black www.kgb-folio.co.nz 536 5421, 021 549 193HAIRDRESSINGLes Chevaux Hair Salon 536 5559Hair 4 You - hair salon 536 6658Spirit Hair-Makeup-SprayTanning 536 6855Nobel Hair Design 536 5805Hair Do’s @ Maraetai ph Denise 536 4571Look @ Me, Whitford, ph Charlotte 530 8939Cooper Hairdressing, 16 Te Pene Rd, Maraetai 027 329 1781

PRINTERC&D Print 2929 167 or 021 107 6750 PROPERTY MANAGEMENTBarfoot & Thompson Beachlands 536 4990Harcourts Beachlands Real Estate 536 6121, 0276 480 240Rent People Ltd 0800 426 580RobsonKerr Property Management 0508 762 766Ray White Lighthouse Licensed Real Estate 536 7011PUMP SALES & REPAIRSAuckland Electrical Services 536 4074, 0274 741 579Franklin Water Ltd - 0800 826 525Pump Service Centre 536 7083, 0274 308 538Water Pump Specialists 536 5447, 0274 982 419Malmaks Water Sho 530 8872, 021 353 158REAL ESTATE AGENTSBarfoot & Thompson Beachlands 536 4990Barfoot & Thompson Clevedon 2928 348Barfoot & Thompson Whitford 530 8292Harcourts Beachlands Real Estate 536 6121Ray White Lighthouse Licensed Real Estate 536 7011Professionals 555 9136ROOFING SERVICESEastern Roofing Services, ph Steve 536 5875, 021 865 615SCAFFOLDING Scaffold Connect Ltd 09 215 4855 SECURITY SYSTEMSADS Security Ltd (alarms & monitoring) 536 6860Armstrong Smarter Security and Alarms 09 274 0999SEPTIC TANK CLEANINGSST Services phone Rob 09 2947611 or 0274 967430SHEEP SHEARINGMr Clip Ltd - sheep, goats, 276 1219, 0274 853 234SHUTTLESCoast Shuttle-local hire & airport trips 536 6488, 0274 722 613Omana Shuttles - Airport Transfers 536-5935SPRAY TAN SPECIALISTSColour Me In 536 6766 Mob 027 662 9897SURVEYORS - LANDHollier Greig & Associates 2928 745McInnes, Read & Lucas Ltd 2987 288Fraser Thomas Ltd 2787 078Churchill Land Development Services Ltd 2734 182CLC Consulting Group Ltd 576 3276SWIMMING POOLSPeninsula Pools Ltd 0274 958 861, a/h 530 9115Bluestone Pools Ltd 021 2731 779, ah 536 7125Partridge Pool & Spa 299 8659TANK CLEANINGJohn’s Farmlet Services 0800 327 653TREE WORKTree stump grinding (NZAT) 530 8741 or 0274 989 080TYPESETTING & GRAPHIC ARTSteve 536 5276TYRES - SALES & SERVICEMaraetai Automotive 536 6542Pohutukawa Motors 536 6664 UPHOLSTERY & CANVASStackpole’s Upholstery Ltd 274 8585VALUERS-PROPERTYProperty Valuations Ltd, Papakura 299 7406, fax 299 6152Seagar & Partners Ltd, Charlene 272 9660 or 021 945 806VETERINARY SERVICESFranklin Vets (Beachlands) 538 0010Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat 9am-12noon, Wed 2-6pm for vets on premises.WALLPAPERINGWallpapering 021 1748 466 or 536 5899WATER DELIVERYBeachlands/Maraetai Water Supply 273 9763Beachlands Water Service 536 6508Clevedon Water 292 8099Whitford Water Supplies 530 8164Rural Water, freephone 0508 787 254 or 021 765 628John’s Farmlet Services & Water Supplies 0800 327 653The Original Johns Water Supplies 536 6696 or 530 8155Maraetai Blue Ltd 536 6437, 027 536 6437Carlton Haulage 0800 420 246Coastal Water Cartage 0508 COASTALTodd Wheeler Transport Ltd 0508 426 246 or 0274 752 832Seaview Water 0508 732 843– $250 for 17,000 litres; $225 for 13,500; $180 for 10,000WET AZZ – keeping it local 0800 WET AZZ (0800 938 299)WATER TANK CLEANING & REPAIRSFranklin Water Ltd – 0800 226 525 Green Clean Co ($100) 0274 982 419 or 536 5447Rural Water, freephone 0508 787 254 or 021 765 628John’s Farmlet Services 0800 327 653WATER TREATMENTAnthony Preston Ltd, 167 Moore St, Howick 534 5127, fax 535 6353Malmaks Water Shop 530 8872, 021 353 158NZ Water Filters Ltd 576 9649 or 021 138 7679WEDDING VENUETe Puru Centre 536 5360Maraetai Beach Boating Club 536 6649Brookwood Lodge, Beachlands. Garden setting. Ceremony only. 536 6975 or 0274 796 453WEIGHT LOSS HYPNOTHERAPYVirtual Gastric Band www.avrilcarpenter.com 021 626 805WINDOWSwww.windowrenovations.co.nzRepairs and Replacements 021 297 2320 WINDOW CLEANING/HOUSE WASHINGPanoramics 530 8136 or 027 245 3444BEST Property Services 0508 932 532 or 021 366 615

HANDYMAN SERVICESLocal Handyman: 536 5050 or 021 156 7370Oakes Landscaping/Building Services, Gary 021 903 020Lifestyle Property Services Ltd 536 6735, 0272 533 336HAY & HAYLAGE CONTRACTORMcInnes Contractors Ltd 0274 992 648HEALTH & FITNESSPerform Fitness 536 7231HIRE & GARDEN CENTREBeachlands Building & Hire Centre 536 6567HOME APPLIANCE REPAIRSGraymac Appliances 535 5093HORSESManufacturing Horse Leads 021 653 041IMMIGRATION ADVICELicensed Advisor - Lisa Seaborn 0210 229 9588INTERIOR DESIGNDesign consultant Toni Hedgland 536 7018(home furnishings, drapes, colour consultant) 0274-597301 KITCHENSLa Bella Kitchens Ltd, 530 9092www. labellakitchens.co.nzKitchen Craft Ltd www.kitchencraft.co.nz 09 274 4221For Sizzling Kitchen Design & Cabinetry – Ph WarrenInhouse Design & Concepts Ltd 021 272 1974, 536 4625LANDSCAPINGCornerstone Landscapes Ltd – For All Aspects Of Landscaping 530 9126 OR 021 312 266 OR 021 412 110LANDSCAPING/GARDEN SERVICESHolland Landscaping www.hollandlandscaping.co.nz 0800 200 360Eastside Landscapes 021 484 158LAUNDROMAT7 DAYS, at GAS Maraetai, 536 4218131 Maraetai Drive, MaraetaiLAWNMOWING & GARDENING SERVICESPohutukawa Coast Lawns 536 5830, 021 072 7799The Keane Gardener, phone James on 021 292 1679Greenacres – Stephen Howe 292 4165, 021 2266 753Ride On Mowing - Scott 021 02475434 / 537 2966Henry & Max Lawn & Garden Service 533 6018, 0210 556 309LAWNMOWERS SALES/ SERVICE/ REPAIRSB’lnds/M’tai mower/chainsaw repairs 536 5621 027 308 7777Reliable Lawnmower Services 278 5592 LAWNMOWING (LARGE AREAS)Holland Landscaping www.hollandlandscaping.co.nz 0800 200 360Kingcraft Mowing & Gardening 021 447 095LEGAL SERVICESSwayne McDonald & Co (Beachlands/Maraetai/Whitford) 265 2700John Burton - Maraetai & Beachlands 536 5279 or 299 7780Sanctuary Trust Law, Jacques Vannoort, LLM 273 2173LOCKSMITHSLocal Locksmith - Tony 536 5050 or 021 156 7370Armstrong Smarter Security 0800 506 111MARQUEE HIREMegan www.maraetaimarquee.co.nz 536 5771, 027 438 5130MARRIAGE CELEBRANTHelen Rutledge 027 245 5837 or 536 5981Neil Hamilton 027 224 2265Lyn Buchanan 021 135 3643 or 536 6774MASSAGE THERAPYHolistic Therapeutic Practitioner available, Whitford For appointments phone 021 749 517 MECHANICAL REPAIRSClevedon Automotive Ltd 292 8441, 0274 743 918Maraetai Automotive 536 6542Pohutukawa Motors, 57 Third View Ave, Beachlands 536 6664 Clevedon Garage & Tyres Ltd 2928 289Clevedon Motorcyles & Machinery 292 8927,021 2544 686MIRRORSHowick Glass 535 4180OUTBOARD REPAIRS / MARINE ENGINEERINGEastern Marine ~ Outboard, Petrol & Diesel Motors 536 6252 PAINTERS & DECORATORSDTS Wright Contracting Ltd 536 5239 or 021 40 1094 S.T. Taylor, Member of Master Painters 021 912 515Mustills Painting Services 536 4356, 027 619 26194U2C Decorators 027 648 3565specialistlinings.co.nz We fix, stop, and paint 0800 54 64 64PANELBEATERS & PAINTERSWhitford Panelbeaters 530 8695Pristine Autobody, Panel & Paint 262 3757Auto Collision Panel & Paint 534 2190PERSONAL TRAININGWOWFIT Personal Training-James 0800WOWFIT, 021 771 015PEST CONTROLCoastal Pest Solutions (including rats, rabbits,possums, wild cats, pest birds, wasps & bees) 536 6020, 0273 932 125Pestblasters-R-Us 0800 888 338PHYSIOTHERAPISTUltimate Physio unit 4 45 Wakelin Rd, B’lands 536 5904, 272 9294PLASTERING (SOLID)Bruce Parsons 021 981 812APE Ltd, Exterior plaster & paint Ph: Joel 027 524 024 or 536 4223PLUMBERSSMS Plumbing 0212 767 797Call The Plumber Ltd 24/7 service 536 5516, 027 202 3212Ford Plumbing - 24 hour callout - phone Mark on 022 601 3216PLUMBERS & GASFITTERSAshby Plumbing & Gas 2922 445, 0272 553 499K. Dadzie Plumbing/Gas call Brett on 021 501 421, 536 6592

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Pohutukawa Coast Times 27 March 2015