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Spec-tacular spectaclesAt first glance this may look

like a typical kid with a quirky pair of specs on, but in fact here is Billy Cadman of Waiuku Pri-mary School sporting a pair of Gum Emperor Moth Caterpil-lars!

Year 7 and 8 students from Waiuku Primary School have been studying elements of the living world as part of their sci-ence curriculum. These Gum Emperor Moth Caterpillars were grown in the classroom from egg

stage after senior teacher Trevor Bennett brought them in from his garden.

Billy says “It has been amaz-ing watching them grow and change into giant moths. Before metamorphosing, they spin a cocoon out of silk which chang-es into a hard shell complete with breathing holes.

“They have become quite tame and don’t mind being han-dled as long as we take care with them.”

The moth is a native of Aus-tralia. “It doesn’t feed after it emerges from the cocoon, rely-ing solely on the energy it stored as a caterpillar. Their adult life span is limited to a couple of weeks in which they mate, lay eggs and die. Not a great life re-ally!” adds Bennett.

The moths, like the cater-pillars, are very striking in ap-pearance. The emperor gum moth has a wingspan of 120 to 150mm.

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Franklin Local Board and Auckland Transport have announced footpath upgrade works to the northern side of Stadium Drive.

Local Board Member Murray Kay, also Chair of the Pukekohe Town Centre Revitalisation Committee overseeing the project, says the up-grade works provide better pedes-trian connections to the Pukekohe Town Centre and also include a pe-destrian plaza outside the stadium.

“The upgrades will vastly improve connections through to the town centre and build on the previous streetscape upgrades by the local board and committee,” says Mr Kay.

“We want Pukekohe Town Centre to be a positive and lively environ-ment for shoppers and diners. It’s im-portant we provide enjoyable, acces-sible, and safe walking paths through and around the town centre.”

As well as improved pedestrian footpaths, lighting, and seating, there will be better pedestrian connections and crossings between the ECOLight

Stadium, the courthouse and Town Centre. A high quality, high amenity pedestrian plaza for event-goers to congregate outside ECOLight Stadi-um is also planned.

“We’re looking forward to seeing more people catching the trains to rugby games and events, while enjoy-ing the town centre and soaking up the Counties Manukau atmosphere,” Mr Kay says.

Construction is due to commence in April 2015, and is expected to be completed in July 2015.

The Pukekohe Town Centre Re-vitalisation Project has been a long running series of improvements within the Town Centre.

Projects completed to date include upgrades to King Street, Roulston Street, Edinburgh Street, Hall Street, Massey Avenue, Tobin Street and West Street.

The improvements have also deliv-ered the revitalised Pukekohe Town Square and the relocation of the Pos-sum Bourne statue.

Plaza for stadium

Counties Power has replaced bar-riers at work sites in Tuakau, saying it appears vandals have removed the safety barriers following work last week. Local resident Maria May noticed the dangerous situation last week, saying there was no warn-ing signage, barriers were left on the street, and holes and trenches were filled with water and put children at risk of drowning.

She tried con-tacting various agencies, including council, Worksafe NZ and Counties Power without suc-

cess, but Counties Power said Maria’s email went to a non-urgent email ad-dress.

Company spokesperson Moira Moroney says if people see anything unsafe like this situation they should call Counties Power on 0800 100 102.

“We are very grateful to Maria for letting us know about this and other

safety concerns at the site, and we’re really sorry that this has happened. Work sites are not moni-tored constantly, so it’s great when peo-ple do their civic duty,” Moira said.

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A feasibility study, commissioned by Roam Holdings, is

currently in progress for a possible ferry service to start on

the Manukau Harbour. The service will utilise the harbour

to provide transport between various points and to offer an

alternative service to the Airport Oaks, Auckland Airport,

Onehunga, Mangere, Te Toro, Awhitu, Waiuku, Pukekohe,

Karaka, and Clarks Beach.

The study is a first step towards ensuring that an effec-

tive and sustainable service can be implemented. Depend-

ing on the response from the community and more research

into the possibilities will determine the next steps. The goal

would be to implement an operating service within the next

12 to 18 months. Mark Nicholls, Director of Roam Holdings, and also a resi-

dent of Pukekohe says: “One of the answers to Auckland’s

traffic issues is to utilise the water that surrounds us. The

piece of water between these areas could serve as a fantastic

alternative to sitting in the traffic on the southern motorway.

“I know there has been a lot of talk about a possible ser-

vice, but let’s see if people would actually use it. If we can

get feedback from the communities around the Manukau

Harbour, it will go a long way to helping the service take to

the water. Providing a service that connects these areas will

mean many people that work in these areas will be able to

have a more relaxed trip to and from work in the mornings

and evenings. Providing services once you arrive at these

destinations to connect to train and bus services will further

strengthen an offering to us as residents”.

Large investment will be required and at this early stage

the study will benefit from feedback provided by local resi-

dents and potential operators. An online survey has been

set up for community feedback. People can go to www.sur-

veymonkey.com/s/ferryservice to complete the two to three-

minute survey.

Above: Whaea Maaria Edwards and

Raewyn McQuinn were part of a work-

ing bee at Reretewhioi Marae on Ta-

hurangatira Road, Waiuku, in readi-

ness for the 70th annual poukai on the

weekend of December 12-14.

The poukai will see the arrival of

Maori King Tuheitia to meet members

of the Marae on the Sunday, and at 6pm

on the Friday will feature a screening of

a historic film which has strong links to

the local area.

Mana Waka is a feature-length docu-

mentary, directed by Merata Mita in

1990. It was made from footage shot by

RGH Manley between 1937 and 1940.

Princess Te Puea Herangi commis-

sioned the building of three large Waka

taua for the 1940 centenary of the sign-

ing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Black and

white footage follows the long, slow,

and unfolding of the construction of

the Waka. The Saturday evening fea-

tures ‘Music on the Marae’ from 6pm,

when the community is invited to bring

a rug and relax at this open air concert

on the Marae lawns listening to two of

Waikato’s famous voices of soul and

country music; Leon Wharekura and

Dennis Marsh. Sunday is the 70th Poukai celebra-

tion, opening with a Karakia at 7am

before the official programme com-

mences from 10am. For any enquiries

contact Marae Chairman Mikki-tae Ta-

para on 027 498 0716.

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two homes were burgled in broad daylight in Pono Place.

The woman says of particular concern is that the offend-

ers cut power to her home, disabled a monitored alarm

and pulled the batteries from an alarm system. They also

broke their way in through locked window catches. She

says the homes were targeted on Monday, November 17,

between 8.30am and noon, and believes the burglars were

disturbed, as they left some jewellery scattered behind.

She says there have been reports that people were in the

area pretending to be cleaners when asked what they were

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Concerns that Watercare has been

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cause the town is running out have been

lifted, with the company clarifying the

tankers are part of a testing programme.

“As part of our investigations into fu-

ture sources of supply for Waiuku we have

been carrying out some pumping tests

on the existing bores. To properly assess

the test bore, we have to briefly isolate

the other two. We carry out these tests

at night when demand is lowest and aim

to complete testing before the morning

peak demand period. In order to ensure

security of supply, water tankers are on

standby during this period,” a Watercare

spokesman said.

Tankers have been used to supplement

the water supply on eight occasions, typi-

cally for no more than 12 hours at a time

during bore testing or standard mainte-

nance work.

Over the past four years, Watercare

has invested more than $120 million

in improving water and wastewater

services in the Franklin area. As part

of this programme, they have closed

the bore in Pukekohe as well as treat-

ment plants at Patumahoe, Clarks

Beach, Glenbrook Beach and Waiau

Beach, as the water from these plants did

not meet the public health grading re-

quirements for an ‘Aa’ grade. These areas

are now supplied with ‘Aa’ grade water via

a new pipeline from the Waikato water

treatment plant.

The water supply for Waiuku remains

the three local groundwater sources and

associated treatment plants on Waiuku

Road, Cornwall Road and Victoria Av-

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are untrue.

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pitals. He was an office holder with

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tion committee to achieve Caesar-

ean section facilities on Auckland’s

North Shore in the 1990s. In 1999

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Waikato and then Hunua. During his

time in Parliament he maintained his

strong interest in public health, chairing

the Health Select Committee over the last

six years. In this role, he initiated several

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parliamentary inquiries—into disability is-

sues, prostate cancer, clinical trials and in-

novation, and immunisation. Most recent-

ly, he chaired the inquiry into child health

outcomes and preventing child abuse.

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Peaceful approach planned for protest

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More letters on page 13 this week.

Waiuku Police are holding the following items, found in:January: Yellow water blaster, (Colombo Road), red and

silver mountain bike, (George St).February: Black cellphone, (Kitchener Road), laser dis-

tance meter, (Brooksmith Reserve).March: Purple scooter, (Kitchener Road), , Gold Signet

Ring, (Bowen Street).

I organised the recent protest at Craddock Farms cage egg farm in Pukekohe. I can honestly say that we went there with peaceful intentions because we feel passion-ately that farming animals in cages is cruel and must be banned. Craddock Farms want to build the biggest caged hen farm in our country and if building goes ahead it will entrench cages as the future of egg farming in New Zea-land. We want to stop this from happening.

The purpose of our protest was to give Craddock’s hens some of the basic things they do not have when confined in cages; fresh greens to eat and soft straw to nest in. Our intent was to leave these items for the hens and give the Craddock’s a letter outlining this. We were, in the major-ity, a group of young women and some mothers decided to bring their children with them. Perhaps we were naive but we thought our peaceful approach would allow for some constructive dialogue. Unfortunately that was not the case.

Despite what happened at the protest, we’ll continue our campaign to stop Craddock Farms building a mega-factory farm and ultimately we want a ban on all cages for hens. And we strongly believe that peaceful protest is a le-gitimate means to achieve this.

Deirdre SimsStop Craddock Farms Campaign

I found myself wondering last week whether caged eggs con-tain some form of nutrient that enables people to read and di-gest the content of an article.

Or to put it another way - whether avoiding eating eggs re-sults in a lack of some nutrient, preventing a reader from grasp-ing the meaning of an article.

On Monday of last week I wrote an editorial question-ing the tactics and methods of a small group who decided to protest at a local egg producing farm. I didn’t question their right to protest, in fact I stated I sup-ported that right. I also didn’t ex-press any support for the farm-er’s choice of business, other than to point out that what they were doing wasn’t illegal.

As I said, that was on Monday.By Tuesday I had received

messages, emails and phone calls suggesting my political views were somewhere to the right of Atilla the Hun, with the added implication that I was a fervent supporter of varying kinds of animal cruelty.

Your editorial today is outstanding. Most journalists don’t currently seem to give a damn about accuracy or the comprehensiveness of the story. The NZH are the worst, lazy, unethical lot of the bunch. Thanks for restoring some dignity to your profession!

Rob H. (via email)

I would like to see anyone put into a cage and see how much they like it? I don’t think would they would last five minutes. Just because they are hens people like you don’t think they deserve a good life!

Its all about $$ and no humanity. They live in a con-centration camp for hens a total hell hole! Crammed into cages, where they can’t spread their wings or move forced to produce eggs for 18 months before they are killed! and you wonder why people are protesting against such cruel acts?? Hens are wonderful animals who are intelligent and loving! I own 4 ex-battery hens who took seven months to grow their feathers back, put on weight and learn how to be normal hens again!

They are not just a food source! More and more peo-ple are becoming aware of cruel factory farming and that means more protesting!!

Sheyna Walters(via email)

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To her credit, the most rea-soned response I had from the anti-chicken farming brigade was from protest organiser Di-erdre Sims. Other supporters were somewhat less reasoned. Most missed the point of what I was saying.

Some comments though, pretty much endorsed my view - that calling something ‘pro-test’ seems nowadays to act as a cover for behaviour which in ordinary circumstances would be illegal. The inference from some commentators was that by not protesting, I was condoning chicken farms. Or that by ques-tioning the actions of protestors I was attacking the chickens. One chap even said I was hindering the protestors with my attitude. I think they’ve got more mileage than if I had ignored them.

But what I find truly ironic in this issue is that colony cages are recognised as better condi-tions for hens than conventional cages. Craddock Farms wants to build the new cages. The pro-testors want them stopped. So, in the meantime, if the protests succeed, the chickens are stuck with the old cages, and will be for years to come.

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Preparations are well in hand for Waiuku’s popular Steel ‘n’ Wheels Festival, which this year is promising to be bigger and better with plenty of exhibits and family entertainment.

“Come and see the huge dis-play of hot-rods, bikes, classic and vintage cars, trucks, military vehicles, memorabilia and much more,” says Town Centre Man-ager Sharlene Druyven.

Attractions include Helicop-ter rides, Dragster fire-ups, a Cacklefest, the NZ Warbirds, the Super Liquor V8 Chainsaw, the amazing new Harley chainsaw, Chainsaw racing, Kids carnival and a WW2 Army re-enactment.

Visitors can meander through ‘Copperhead Lane’ and take in what is described as a huge craft and food market, see chainsaw artists at work and enjoy live en-tertainment. Performers include

Roger Skinner & the Motivation, the Blues Brothers show, the Loose Units, Sunset Coast band, the Waiuku Country Music band and performances from the Franklin Rockers, Waiuku Col-lege Kapa Haka group, Groovit

dance crew and the Waiuku Line Dancing club.

“We have always enjoyed being able to bring free family events to our town,” Sharlene says.

“However this event has grown into a huge festival, not to be missed on the car calendar, bringing with it the high costs of providing a quality event of this scale.

“We need the support of our local community and the many visitors this event attracts, by asking each person to contrib-ute a gold coin entry so we can continue to provide this amazing event which brings great eco-nomic benefit to the region.”

With the gold coin entry, pa-trons will receive a programme of the day’s events so they don’t miss anything and a chance to win some great prizes on the day.

Every gold coin puts entrants

Local Anzac commemorations across the country will take on extra significance this year for the 100th anniversary of the first ANZAC landing at Gallipoli. The First World War had a substantial impact on Franklin’s small com-munities, many of which would have been in the early stages of settlement. Civic services will be held throughout Franklin, and the main dawn service, organ-

ised by the RSA, will be held out-side the Pukekohe Town Hall.

Franklin Local Board Chair Andrew Baker is encouraging locals to join the events. “One hundred years ago, so many of our communities embarked on a brave journey to Gallipoli,” he says. “Even if they returned, they would never be the same. To this day, we remember and acknowl-edge their sacrifice. But we also

remember the bravery and sacri-fices of family members and or-ganisations that contributed to the war effort here at home and supported their communities and the economy through very tough times.”

“If ever there was a time to get involved and go to a local Anzac service it would be this year, on the centenary of the Gallipoli landings.”

Waiuku’s Osborne’s Re-alty has sponsored the pur-chase of 14 flags to mark this, and coming years’, Anzac Day events and com-memorations. The flags have been donated to the Waiuku Business and De-velopment Association and will join the growing list of special event flags which enhance the township. The distinctive flags carry the RSA poppy and logo and the word ‘Remember’ and will be erected soon. Pictured with the flag are Loretta Capper and Andrew Russ of the Waiuku RSA, Brian Bar-rett of Osborne’s Realty, and Vanessa Newman of the WB&DA.

Waiuku Coastguard were called into action for significant periods at the start of the Easter Weekend after an 18-foot boat overturned on the Manu-kau Bar. Waiuku Coastguard, along with police, the Police Eagle Helicopter and other Coastguard units, spent five hours on the water searching for a 74-year-old Samoan man who was one of two who fell from a boat as it tried to cross the Manukau bar to re-enter the harbour in the Manukau heads, via the south channel around 5pm on Thursday.

The occupants of another boat saw what had happened, called Police and managed to retrieve one man out of the water, who was uninjured.

Police said they understand that both men were wearing life jackets. The uninjured man was taken to shore and was supported by his family and Police. The following day Wai-uku Coastguard and other units spent 7 hours conducting a fruitless search for the miss-ing man. Four members of the Police National Dive Squad arrived in Auck-land from Wellington on Friday, and launched from the Te Toro boat ramp in Waiuku. Police continued search-ing on Saturday morning.

Right: A Papakura Coastguard Unit arriving at the scene of the incident on the Manukau Bar on Thursday evening to assist in the search alongside Waiuku Coastguard, who were already on scene.

Hours of searching after boat overturns

Waiuku readies for massive street festival

Osborne’s fly the flag for Anzac Day

Dawn service at Pukekohe Town Hall

into ten draws for some great prizes including a helicop-ter ride, a package donated by Castaways or a seat in the Phoenix Dragster.

“This is a great day out for the whole family to enjoy,” Shar-lene says, adding she is grate-ful for the support of a number of organisations, including NZ Steel, SteelServ Ltd, the Frank-lin Local Board and the Waiuku Business & Development Asso-ciation.

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20 Life Education Trust Charity Golf Day

What: Ambrose Style. Lunch & Refreshments incld. All proceeds to bring the Life Education messages to local children & youth. Where: Pukekohe Golf Course When: 9am Shotgun Start. Cost: $1000 per team (excl) 4 Golfers per team. Contact Michelle Kidd on 027 474 9998 or [email protected].

21 Franklin Local Board Meeting Where: Local Board Chambers,

Pukekohe. Service Centre, 82 Manukau Road, Pukekohe. When: 9:30am

Sand to Mud - Sunday 12th April. Entry on the day is at the Lions Station, Belgium St, from 8:00am. Registrations close at 9.30am. Race starts at 10am. $15 adults, $5 children & school children. Plenty of fun to be had from 10am onwards at the finish line in Massey Park - bring your picnic blanket and cheer the runners home. Games, stalls food, refresh-ments, music and more.

08NZ Blood Drive What: Blood Donations - please come

along, your donation could save up to 3 lives.Where: Pukekohe at the St John Ambulance Hall, 21 Roulston Street. When: Wednesday, 8th April to Friday, 10th. Before you give blood please: -Bring your ID. Have something to eat and drink. Check you’re in good health (no colds or flus!). Note: They will also be in Waiuku on 22 April at The Waiuku Cossie Club.

11 Toddlers Art Time Where: Franklin Arts Centre Foyer.

Manukau Rd. Christiane Farias from Brazil is a young Pukekohe mum offering a Toddlers Art Time for under fives and their mums. Possibly ongoing if the interest is there. Contact the gallery to book. When: 10:00am – 12:00pm. Cost: Free

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Events

Giant Poppy New Zealand is to host the world’s largest Poppy (a football field in size) sponsored by NZ Steel, to honour the ANZACS and the democracy and freedom they protected. Our Giant Poppy will consist of 59.000 discs and be built from 16th – 24th April at the Auckland Domain. We want YOU to help create it! Come down, place a red metal poppy with YOUR personal message.

A Soldiers Story Waiuku Theatre Group proudly presents “A Soldier’s Story”, a WW1 variety style show to com-memorate the Anniversary of the ANZAC’s landing in Turkey. A tale told to the present day ancestors of a young man who served in WW1. Sun 19th April 1pm Mati-nee -$8 per person. Wed 22nd, Thurs 23rd and Fri 24th April at 8pm- $12 per person and cash bar available. For booking enqui-ries call 09 235 9588.

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The Week AheAd

Expressions of interest are sought from Franklin people interested in a din-ner celebrating the arrival in New Zealand of 197 Scots on the barque Blenheim in 1840. These Scots were part of early settlement in New Zealand - building the

road between Wellington and Petone, and working in many of the early explora-tion and surveying parties until land became available. From there they developed and farmed land mainly around the lower North Is-land, some opened busi-

nesses according to their skills, while others went further afield. To mark this 175 years of settlement in New Zealand arrangements are in place to hold dinners in Auckland on the 22nd & Wanganui on the 25th of August to mark the Blenhe-

im’s departure, and a picnic at Kaiwharawhara Park in Wellington on the 27th of December 2015 to mark the arrival.

Visit the web page for the information on the settlers at www.blenheim175.word-press.com.

Locals descended from Wellington’s Scots sought


The Waiuku Theatre Group’s production of A Soldiers Story has had great interest in recent weeks, but the Dinner Show being sold out almost im-mediately has led to some people thinking that ALL the shows are sold out. This is not case, there are still some tickets for the April 19 Matinee, as well as evening shows the following week.

See page six for details in our Anzac Events article.

As part of St John Appeal week, the Wai-uku St John is holding market evening at the St John Hall on Con-stable Road this Fri-day. The event will run from 4pm to 8pm, rain or shine, and includes vegetables, fruit, jew-ellery, sweets, cakes, a sausage sizzle, raf-fles and more. St John Week runs from April 6 to 12.

A 5km run or walk is planned at Clarks Beach on May 3, fun-draising for the Waiau Pa Netball Club.

Nine trophy catego-ries from the young to the mature are avail-able, and organisers are looking for peo-ple to join in for a fun event on Sunday, May 3 from 10am.

Early Bird Registra-tion for adults is $15, Junior $5, with entry forms available at lo-cal Waiau Pa stores or [email protected].

Waikato children and young adults with sore throats can now access free and quick drop-in clin-ics at medical centres and general practices across Waikato, as well as through school based health services/clinics at many low-er decile secondary schools.

This service is avail-able and free to all 4-19 year old Maori and Pacific children across the Waikato DHB district who are eligible and present with a sore throat.

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From 1 July 2015 the Motor Vehi-cle levy on registrations will go down

by an average of 41%. The specific amount will be determined by a new risk rating applied to different types of vehicles. The petrol levy kiwis pay at the pump will also go down by three cents per litre on 1 July – from 9.90 cents to 6.90 cents per litre. This is the second year in a row that ACC has been able to reduce its levies.

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Waiuku students leadthe way in new project

Canterbury’s Stu-dent Volunteer Army has enlisted Waiuku College students to pilot its secondary school programme that aims to scrub up the student image.

University of Canterbury students have switched from helping out af-ter earthquakes to sustainably serv-ing the community, by helping high school students become more in-volved in their neighborhood.

Waiuku’s year 11 students are the first in the country to lead the three-year programme, “Dream it, Plan it, Live it”, which begins with self-aware-ness, building community networks and exploring careers.

The idea for the programme came from Waiuku College staff, and now programme directors, Kylie Wissel and Michelle Wilson.

Wissel says after speaking to Sam Johnson, founder of the Christchurch volunteer army, the programme was fast tracked: “We showed him our proposal and his team were really keen to make it happen”.

The programme aims to broaden opportunities for students transition-ing from secondary to tertiary educa-tion.

“We found that our kids were all rounders – good at sport, music, academics – but they were lacking in com-

munity involvement. When they come to apply for scholarships, this can make all the difference,” says Wis-sel. “Community service and learn-ing are one in the same. We’re inter-ested in not only getting students to help out but to reflect on what they’ve learned,” says Wilson.

Fifteen-year-old Waiuku leaders Claudia Price-Tuatini and Brooke Druyven are excited to take on the challenge of running a community-engaged group of their own.

Their mission to improve the stu-dent image is made all the more spe-cial for Brooke, who would like to follow in the footsteps of her mother, Waiuku town centre manager Shar-lene Druyven.

Waiuku Student Volunteer Army will be helping out for the first time at the Anzac memorial service at Wai-uku’s War Memorial Hall.

Below: Year 11 Waiuku College stu-dents Claudia Price-Tuatini (left) and Brooke Druyven will be the first leaders for the school’s student army this year.

By Sophie Buchan, AUT Journalism Student.


Poppies to fly on flags

Mosaic an emotional journey

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In this, the third of a regular column, the organising committee updates events planned in the lead up to Anzac Day in Waiuku.

ANZAC Street FlagsWaiuku Business Association

is now putting up the street flag bearing the Anzac Poppy which will be flown during the month of April this year and again each Anzac month to 2018.

A Soldier’s Story – Backstage Theatre Production

Ticket sales are going well, with lots of interest, get your tickets soon so you don’t miss out.

The Sun 19th April Matinee at 1.00pm is $8 per person while the Wed 22nd, Thurs 23rd and Fri 24th April Shows at 8pm is $12 per person. A cash bar will operate at the evening shows.

Tickets can be purchased from Sunset Surf & Turf, Queen Street, Waiuku or at Office Prod-ucts Depot, 142 Manukau Road, Pukekohe or phone Don on (09) 2359588 for any information or to pay online for your tickets.

Information online at www.waiukutheatre.org.

ANZAC Parade10.30am Saturday 25th April.Assembly for the Parade will

be from 10am outside the Wai-uku War Memorial Town Hall and is open to all West Franklin service groups, clubs, schools etc who wish to take part, lay a wreath or display their colours as a mark of respect to those who served and those who gave their life for our country. The parade

departs at 10.30am, up Queen Street to Cenotaph where the RSA (Returned Services Asso-ciation) co-ordinates the wreath laying and display of Colours (Flags). The parade returns to the War Memorial Town Hall and the Service of Remembrance commences immediately after the parade.

Service of Remembrance – Sat 25th April in War Memorial Town Hall

Have you ever attended the Service of Remembrance? Many don’t take opportunity, some think it is for invited guests only, some think it is church service. But no, it’s a free, open to all, short non-denominational Ser-vice of Remembrance.

The Service is an extension of the wreath laying and display of colours at Cenotaph – we hear the Governor General’s address, the Prime Minister’s message, we sing the National Anthem, read the Ode to the Fallen, etc.

Join us this year and be part of the 100th ANZAC remembrance.

The Address will be given by Jack Eisenhut (son of Henry Ei-senhut, who was one of the five original WW1 Volunteers in Aug 1914). Jack will talk on his father’s WW1 memories and the impacts on family and community of WW1 and the after-effects. Jack’s address will be complemented by an audio-visual presentation.

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In this third article, we will explore the future spiritual concept of “Passover,” that is the reality of death passing over us, and with a strong and mighty arm, Yeshua/Jesus comes back to rescue his own and Exoduses them from Egypt/Sin/This World and transports his children, or translates them from Planet Earth to the Heavenly Canaan or Promised Land. Part one showed us the connection between Pharaoh and Satan, as having the same agenda, and that is of oppressing God’s people, trying to hold them as captives, who should now be crying out for deliverance from Sin and suffering, and for Yeshua/Jesus to come back quickly.

Soon there will be a battle between Yeshua/Jesus as he returns to Planet Earth to Exodus his people and this will be just like it was in ancient times. Pharaoh/Satan will try to stop this but will fail and God with a mighty and strong arm will redeem his people, as so many numerous prophecies tell us, God is moving in to free his people who have been held in this captivity long enough, time for them to now live in a Heavenly Promise Land.First we will have a Moses/Elijah/John the Baptist factor, this will rouse God’s people, Satan will get very worried and will increase the oppression, just like Pharaoh did, but he will fail, his kingdom will crumble just like Egypt did. The book of Revelation is loaded with snapshots of what is happening in the various factions, but God is always victorious and his people are freed from sin and slavery and death (1 Cor 15:55).It is interesting to note that the first thing Israel did upon entering the Promised Land; was to stop and Passover. When the redeemed get to Heaven, they also stop for a Banquet, called the marriage supper of the Lamb (Rev 19:9) which has a wee inkling of also being a Passover, as it has so many similarities when you look at all the verses together about this feast, Holy Communion/Ordinances also reflect images of this feast.The Passover similarities are vast, to be able to Exodus, one must first be covered by the Blood of the Lamb; same imagery as in the first Passover (Rev 7:14). One must do as it says in John 6:53 “Then Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except ye eat the flesh of the Son of man, and drink his blood, ye have no life in you.” This is all Passover meal connotations, and the Last Supper all wrapped up in a bundle.Put simply, one must be eating Yeshua/Jesus on a very regular basis (Reading and Studying scripture daily) and as it says in Leviticus 17:11 “For the life of the flesh [is] in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it [is] the blood [that]

maketh an atonement for the soul.” Blood = Life, so Yeshua/Jesus must be your life and your all, what keeps you going moment by moment, just like your blood does. How far do you think you can run if you drained all your blood out?? Dead, no life, so there is no life outside of Yeshua/Jesus. He must be your focus and your all on a moment by moment basis. As it says in 1 Thes 5:17 “Pray without ceasing;” if prayer is that critical to the Christian walk, then how critical is eating and drinking in Yeshua/Jesus?? Remember last week’s article about the Tree of Life.Remember Matthew 25:1-12, about the wise and foolish Bridesmaids. Lack of Oil (Holy Spirit) was a major factor, but those who could not gain entry were barred by this, Matt 25:12 “But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.” The problem is that they knew all about Yeshua/Jesus, but they had no personal intimate relationship with him. How is your relationship with Yeshua/Jesus? Your life depends upon this, is Yeshua/Jesus more dearer and closer than your closest friend/spouse?

He really should be, now is the time to go to him and fix it. John 6:37 “All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.” Yeshua/Jesus will never reject you if you will but come humbly before him.Years ago there was a children’s game called “Hide n Seek”, where somebody did the seeking while all others hid. The seeker hid their eyes then counted down to zero, at zero the cried out “coming ready or not.” Then they went seeking. Yeshua/Jesus so soon is going to cry out the same sentiments “coming ready or not,” are you ready? Is your life right before your God?Remember at the Original Passover, every individual was dressed and ready to walk at any second of time. Question; How are you with our Saviour, washed clean, life in order, fruit of the Spirit producing bumper crops, all the little duckies all in a row and always ready? How about this verse 2 Corinthians 6:2 “(For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now [is] the accepted time; behold, now [is] the day of salvation.)”

God has called, how will you answer? There was a question asked some time back and it goes like this, “If you were arrested for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you?” Would you be convicted?

Passover/Easter – Jesus Coming

A piece of WWI commemorative artwork cur-rently on display in Waiuku has been the most emotional piece local artist Sandra Holmes has ever made.

The piece took about 75 hours to complete, Sandra hand cutting over 1000 pieces of glass and grouting them down to an authentic First World War helmet. The helmet came into Sandra’s posses-sion about seven years ago when she purchased it as part of a set from an online auction site.

The set was advertised as two Second World War helmets, and Sandra didn’t realise its significance until she dug one of them out of a closet and real-ised it was actually from WWI. She does not know whether or not the helmet has seen war, but it has the name H. Lovelock written in pencil on the underside.

Sandra was born and raised in Buckland but moved to Waiuku ten years ago. She be-gan creating mosaics four years ago after she had some serious health issues, and she took a one day mosaics class. Fortunately, doctors were wrong in their initial diagnosis, but Sandra carried on dabbling with mosaics in her shed and with practice became more and more skilled in the craft.

Sandra now sells her work through her home business, Beautifully Broken with orders from all over the country and even some international or-ders.

The helmet itself is a part of history and Sandra admits that “it’s been a very different piece emo-tionally to work on,” adding she feels that this is the most important piece she has made, as the subject matter holds so much significance to New Zea-

By Nicola McQuillanlanders and their history.

• The helmet is currently displayed in the win-dow of Office Products Depot on Bowen Street, Waiuku. The piece has also been invited to feature in the National Mosaic Art Exhibition 2015 at the Pataka Art Museum in Wellington.

A special 100th Anniversary me-mento programme will be issued this year at the Cenotaph and at the service of Remembrance.

First WW1 Volunteers – Re-enactment – Sun 26th April 2pm outside Kentish Hotel

See the re-enactment of the first five locals to volunteer, Frank Knight, Bob Hammond, Alex Glass and Henry Eisenhut and Major John Herrold, assembled on horseback outside the Ken-tish Hotel in August 1914 to head off into camp with the Auckland Mounted Rifles. The re-enactment begins by telling the history lead-ing up to the outbreak of WW1.

Military Display Day – Mon 27th April from 10am-3pm at Cosmopolitan Club Grounds.

Planning is progressing on a Military Display Day with con-firmed attendance from Re-enact-ment Armies, the Auckland Mili-tary Vehicle Restorer Club, several local collectors & vehicle restorers etc. The GVR will be operating and trains may include wagons with vintage tracked vehicles.

We are currently working to get permits to allow blank firing of the Re-enactment arms historic weapons and the Black Powder mini cannons.


Change of season coughs

At this time of the year there are many environmental changes happening and these can have a dramatic effect on our health. One of these effects is coughs that come on during the changing of seasons. Be-low are listed some first aid homeopathic remedies that may be used to treat differ-ent types of coughs: Cough or asthma comes on dur-ing cold or damp weather, coughing worse by lying down, hoarseness, coughing up large amounts of phlegm DULCAMARA. Hard, dry, spasmodic coughs that are painful, the patient is worse for any movement and they want to hold their chest or head while coughing. The cough is worse at night, af-ter eating and drinking and going into warm rooms and they are irritable and want to

be left alone BRYONIA. Cough from any change in tempera-ture, even moving from one room to another. The cough is continuous, barking and is worse after lying down, there is a tickling in the throat pit that can be caused by a breath of cold air so that the patient begins to breathe as shallowly as possible. The times may of coughing may be regular e.g. at 11pm, 2 and 5am RUMEX. A loose rat-tling cough with a chest full of phlegm where the patient is not strong enough to cough it up and they have shortness of breath, rattling breathing and they need to sit up to breathe or cough. The patient is ex-hausted, may be pale and is not thirsty. This state usu-ally takes some time so to develop so is not a remedy to be used in the beginnings of a cough and is very use-ful for babies and the elderly. ANTIMONIUM TART. These are just a couple of remedies, there are many and consult-ing with a Homeopath to de-scribe your particular cough will get a more specific rem-edy. However, a cough that has been recurring for the last few years, one that won’t go away or bronchitis and such chronic conditions are best treated in a full consultation to treat the “cause”, especial-ly as they could actually be part of an allergic reaction.

By Diane Breen DipHom NZCH (Intern)

Osteopathy - Recipe of the month

By Helen Wright BSc(Hons)Ost(UK);CMIOSH (UK);PGDip(Hlth.Erg)(UK) NZ/ACC/UK Registered Osteopath Human Factors and Ergonomics consultant

The body survived the sum-mer and now it’s time to continue the good work into the cooler months. At this time of the year when the days start to get cooler and maybe damper, not only do we tend to be less active but the joints affected by wear and tear or arthritis tend to let us know (less mobile or painful). Also with colds and flu more prevalent during the cooler months coughing and sneezing can strain the back or the muscles. Ouch!

RECIPE1 cup daily walking or activ-ity to keep the joints mobile and maintain cardiovascu-lar health and a healthy im-mune system.1/2 cup joint stretching if you

know you have a joint that has a tendency to stiffen up over the cooler months.1/2 cup muscle stretch-ing if you know you have a muscle that feels tight or strained.1 cup (layer) of insulation to keep the joints warm and the damp out.

If you’re not sure how to ensure that your body can work at its optimum over the cooler months and would like us to work out your own tailored “recipe for autumn’ then we are here to help. Whether you’ve currently got symp-toms or not, a comprehen-sive osteopathic assess-ment can identify strain patterns and dysfunctional areas which may be pre-venting your body from functioning in a way that is pain free or at its optimum. Remember a body that is working well is one that is less likely to be prob-lematic over the cooler months. For more information or an appointment please call the Way of Life Health Shop. There are currently osteopaths (ACC regis-tered) practicing from the shop Monday to saturday (including evening ap-pointments at our ‘satellite clinic’).

Bach Flowers – nature’s gentle helpers

Do you ever feel as though you could do with some help dealing with the day to day demands of life? Rescue Remedy is a well-known emergency remedy for use in both major and minor crises. But there is also a range of 38 Bach Flower essences that can be prescribed individually or in combinations to cover the full range of emotional states. They are easy to prepare and administer to anyone – includ-ing animals, babies, children, adults and to the seriously ill.

These flower essences were developed in the 1920’s-30’s by Dr Edward Bach, an English physician. He recognised that the personality and attitudes of each individual influenced the development of disease and the course that it would take with that person. The Bach remedies act both physically and emo-

tionally to restore the individual to a positive state of balance and harmony.

How do you know which rem-edies are for you?You can choose your own com-bination of Bach Flowers using the guidelines available. Or if you have trouble working out which combination to choose it can be helpful to ask a friend or family member to help. Natural health practitioners or the staff of your lo-cal health shop will also be able to help you to clarify your remedy picture.

Bach Flower remedies are used to help you move from the nega-tive representation of an emo-tional state to the positive. Don’t be disconcerted by what may seem an unflattering descrip-tion of how you feel - remember that there is a positive side to that state and that is where you are headed with the help of the es-sences you choose!

Bach Flowers are very safe and do not interact with other medi-cations. In some situations the response to flower remedies is very quick but for deeply seated emotional problems or patterns they may work more slowly. Often in these cases the combination of the remedies will change as the emotional layers are peeled back. Generally, the changes occur gently and others may no-tice before you do that your at-titude or behaviour has changed. If you would like to know more about the flower essences or need assistance with choosing a remedy call in on Wednesday’s to Way of Life for a chat or phone 09 238-7806 to make an ap-pointment for a consultation.

By Carol Eggleton, N.D., M.H.D., BHSc, Registered Naturopath and Medical Herbalist

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Ear Infections

The most common disease of the middle ear is bacte-rial infection. The medical term is otitis media. It is very common in children and usu-ally caused by the spread of bacteria from the throat to the middle ear via the Eustachian tube. It can cause fever, hearing can be effected and earache that may be mild to severe due to the accumula-tion of pus in the middle ear. Should the pus continue to accumulate it may rupture the eardrum. Some children experience recurrent ear in-fections and others may end up with chronic ear infec-tions. This persistent state is known as glue ear. The or-thodox treatment is painkill-ers, antibiotics and eventually insertion of grommets (small plastic tube) to allow the pus to drain. The homoeopathic

approach is to take an indi-vidual case and prescribe a remedy for the whole person (mental, emotional and physi-cal symptoms) surrounding the development of ear infections to reduce the patient’s sensitiv-ity to recurring ear infections. A good soothing home rem-edy for pain relief is Verbas-cum Oil (or Mullein Oil). Pour a few drops into a warmed spoon, and insert gently into the child’s ear. The following homeopathic remedies are useful in acute situations: Sud-den, violent pains, accompa-nied by a fever which usually starts at night Aconite; A sud-den violent appearance of fever, throbbing ear that looks very red, glassy eyes Bellda-donna; Earache with great pain, irritability, child wants to be carried Chamomilla; Pain-ful sore earaches with some discharge of yellow-green mu-cus, child is chilly and irritable Hepar Sulph; Pains that extend to the throat and sinuses, ac-companied by sweating, thirst and bad breath Mercurius; Children who prefer to be kept cool and seem to feel bet-ter when consoled, no thirst, tearful Pulsatilla. If earaches have become consistent and antibiotics are no longer effec-tive treatment, a homeopathic consultation may be very beneficial to break the cycle of recurrent infections. Levisti-cum Comp by Weleda is also a handy combination remedy to have in the cupboard.

By Diane Breen DipHom NZCH (Intern)

OSTEOPATHY PUKEKOHE: Pain, a quick fix..... is there such a thing?

By Helen Wright BSc(Hons) Ost(UK); CMI-OSH (UK); PGDip (Hlth.Erg) (UK) NZ/ACC/UK Registered Osteopath Human Factors and Ergonomics consultant

Often when we experience pain we’re looking for a quick fi x, a solution in 20 - 30 mins (maximum!). A ‘click’ here and there, a stretch and all sorted. Is it really that simple? Quick fi xes usually don’t really alleviate pain in the medium to long term. Short term relief can often be obtained from a manipulation (audible click), a muscle stretch, a soft tissue release etc. What needs to be asked though is why did the pain happen in the fi rst place and what can be done to prevent a recurrence. Recur-ring pain often gets worse with each occurrence as well as putting excess strain on the body thereby weakening the body. This makes a recurrence of the symptoms all the more

likely. Our ultimate goal at Osteopa-thy Pukekohe is to identify the source of the pain (joint, muscle, ligament etc) and the underlying cause (poor posture, repetitive strain, muscle imbalance, structural deformity, overstrain etc.). The source and the cause are then both addressed to achieve medium to long term pain relief. During a fi rst visit/consultation to Osteopathy Pukekohe a comprehensive postural as-sessment is undertaken, work, home and play activities are discussed and a full medical history (past and present) is taken in great detail. From this information the osteopath has an idea about what might have caused the problem and the physical examina-tion subsequently undertaken will identify the tissues (joints, muscles, ligaments) involved. If you experience pain, par-ticularly pain that is recurring then don’t be too hasty to look for that ‘quick fi x’. Take the time and justify the cost of fi nding out why the pain is happening, why is it not going away and what can be done about it. We’re here to help you. There is currently an os-teopath practising at the Way of Life Health Shop 6 days a week (Monday - Saturday). All our osteopaths are ACC registered and registered with the Osteopathic Council of New Zealand (OCNZ).

The 6 Foundation Principals to Great Health

Nutrition - Hydration – Sleep – Breathing - Thinking - Movement

It is not possible to improve the quality of life and over-all wellness if we don’t un-derstand the essential role the Six Foundation Principles in our health and wellbe-ing. After all, we eat, drink, sleep, breathe, think, and hopefully move every day, generally without thought or skill. Yet, only through these foundation principles can we have or rebuild our health! Therefore it is imper-ative that we do them well.

Disease shows up if there is an imbalance in any of these ar-eas. Often we grab a supple-ment or medication to cover up a symptom that keeps creeping up but if we keep ig-noring the fact that it matters what quality of food we eat, how do we digest, assimilate and eliminate that food. How can we nourish the trillions of cells if proper breathing is not taking place because stress and anxiety is interfering with its normal pattern? Breath-ing is our life force! Shallow breathing leads to many dysfunctions like neck pain, headaches, acidity, toxicity, low energy. Learn to breathe diaphragmatically for long term health. How can the body repair itself if many late nights prevent us from getting a good night sleep – Physi-cal and psychological repair and recovery depend on a good night’s sleep!

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Areas where the sale of psychoactive sub-stances, otherwise known as legal highs, will be allowed in Auckland have been agreed by Auckland Council last week.

The council’s Regional Strategy and Policy Committee approved the proposed Local Approved Product Policy (LAPP), which will prevent the sale of products near vulnerable communities, schools, or treatment centres for mental health issues or substance abuse.

Retail licenses to sell government ap-proved products will be guided by the policy which was developed with stakeholders and a public consultation and hearings process. Licenses will be issued by the psychoactive substances regulatory authority, not Auck-land Council.

Councillor Linda Cooper, Chair of the LAPP Hearings panel, says that the policy had to find a balance between respecting the legal right for shops to sell the products and the need to protect the most vulnerable

in the community. “From our work in consultation with

Aucklanders, we quickly found that many people wanted the products banned out-right,” she says.

“However as it is the Government licens-ing the products, we could only act within the legal parameters that were set, which meant controlling the areas where the prod-ucts could be sold.

“So we have tried to find a balance be-tween the legal rights of retailers to sell the products while keeping the most vulnerable away from easy access to them.

“I am pleased with the policy and with the committee’s decision to adopt it, and hope it will go some way to protecting those in our community who need it most.”

It is expected that the government will begin licensing the products again later this year, while the policy will be reviewed by the council in two years.

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SpaciouS anD StyliSh on RippleYou’d better be quick to purchase this outstanding four bedroom home on Ripple Grove, the open plan dining kitchen and family room open on to a sunny patio area, separate lounge has a fire place with a wood burner insert. All four bedrooms are doubles and the master with extra-large walk in wardrobe and ensuite also has ranch sliders onto a private patio. Separate bathroom plus guest toilet and hand basin, double internally access garage on a private 517m2 section. Call Julie now to view this quality home.

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204 ponsford RoadOpen Home: Saturday 11th: April 1 - 2pm, Sunday 12th April 10am prior to auction

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a Space to live, RelaX anD RevivePerfectly positioned with extensive harbour views this beautifully presented 3-4 bedroom villa is generously proportioned and has undergone extensive renovations. Fifty acres of mixed contour land is currently leased for grazing with good water supply. Park like grounds and a large deck are ideal for family gatherings. Come and enjoy quiet country living, only 12 min drive from the Waiuku Township. Call Daryl to view. Auction 12th April 10.30am (unless sold prior) sale is plus GST (if any) on land.

liFeStyle anD ReSoRt Style livingSubstantial five bedrooms and rumpus with two living spaces and a large modern kitchen, great for a larger family and/or for those who love to entertain. The property is fully alarmed, has an HRV system throughout and both bathrooms are fully tiled and feature heated flooring. Step outside to the partially covered, architecturally designed patio to relax and take in the views of the estuary and grounds or enjoy a swim in the solar heated pool. Seriously for sale. Call Daryl.

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Property MattersYour weekly guide to Real Estate in Franklin

An Auckland man has been convicted and fined $1500 for carrying out drainlaying work without an authorisation for a sec-ond time. Aaron L’Estrange Corbet carried out drainlay-ing work at a home in Glen Eden without authorisa-tion.

When the work was found to be defective by a certify-ing drainlayer who was en-gaged by the homeowners to inspect the work, a com-plaint was lodged with the Board.

Plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying are regulated industries in New Zealand and it is illegal to do this work unless authorised by the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board.

The latest monthly QV Residential Price Movement Index shows that nation-wide residential property values for March have in-creased 7.7% over the past year and 2.8% over the past three months, but in Auck-land South, those figures are far higher.

National average figures are now 21.3% above the previous market peak of late 2007. The Auckland market has increased 13.9% year on year, 4.6% over the past three months and 45.8% since 2007. When adjusted for in-flation values are 13.0% over the past year and are 24.6% above the 2007 peak.

Auckland City values were led by Auckland City-South which saw a whop-ping increase of 5.4% over the past three months and

17.9% year on year which is the highest year on year in-crease in Auckland between March 2014 and March 2015. Auckland City-East values also accelerated 5.1% since January and 15.4% year on year. Auckland City-Central values were also up 4.7% over the past three months 11.3% year on year.

QV National Spokesper-son Andrea Rush said, “The rate of growth in Auckland is exceptionally strong while values are rising more slowly than they were this time last year in Hamilton, Welling-ton, Christchurch and Dun-edin.”

“The expectation is that Auckland will continue to accelerate while the rest of the main centres will remain steady with values either moderately increasing, stay-

ing flat or in some cases de-clining slightly.”

“The Government’s new Homestart policy may lead to increased activity amongst first home buyers around the country and it will remain to be seen whether this has an impact on values.”


Property MattersYour weekly guide to Real Estate in Franklin

6 must buy home staging accessoriesSo you’ve chosen your estate agent, decided upon an asking price, and planned your launch date. Your home is looking wonderful: carpets cleaned, and the whole house spring-cleaned. All that remains is some finishing touches. But what accessories represent the best investment when you’re trying to give your house that extra presentation polish to wow your buyers?

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Cushions – a really easy way to instantly update that fading lounge suite and add colour, texture and interest at the same time.

Rugs – a large, deep rug can transform a room, adding warmth and style. You don’t have to spend a fortune on them; decide on a budget and stick to it.

Fruit and flowers – try big glass bowls or wide vases of fruit in the kitchen to add colour; fill full of just one type of fruit (oranges, green apples or lemons) for instant contemporary style. Make sure flower arrange-ments are in keeping with the style of the house and also the room: long elegant Cala lilies are great on a large dining table, and little hand-tied posies are just right for a rustic kitchen.

Toiletries – Choose the very best you can afford here; it matters. Again, make sure that they are kept for viewings only.

New bedding – especially for the master bedroom, where it matters most to your buyers. Choose a subtle style that isn’t too garish or flowery, and add some cushions and a good quality throw. For the other bed-rooms, adding new plain bedding with some tasteful cushions and throws can update them inexpensively.

Towels – used towels never quite look the same as brand new ones; treat your home to some gorgeous new towels, and make sure that no one uses them – they’re just for show! Whip them away and hide them after each viewing so they stay looking their best.

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Maramarua$525,000 +Gst (If any)It’s not everyday you will find an investment like this. This property has two parts to it. 1 is the commercial building which is in good condition with large space, currently leased $25,000 + GST p/a as a dairy with a long term tenant. 2nd part of this investment comes with a 3 double bedroom home with open plan living and a double detached garage. Currently rented at $350 p/w. This great investment has a rural outlook and is situated on the main state highway with plenty of off street parking. ID osbb021

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Country living $325,000Country living without the hassle of farming. Rural lot with unimpeded views to the west over the Waiuku River and Manukau harbour. On the Glenbrook side of Waiuku. Hurry to view, before your friends do. ID: osbf596 & osbs534Ray: 021 951 082

Handy to Waiuku in the business zone. This 3 bedroom home has open plan living with a wood burner and heat transfer system. Kitchen is standard with stove, range hood and a 1 1/2 sink. Deck at the front sliding door which leads you into the lounge / dining area. This property could possibly be rented for between $365 - $370 per week. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing. ID osbh841

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Ideal investment or first home $335,000

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Last section in this beautiful subdivision of elite homes on ¾ sections. Stop dreaming and phone Marleen for more information. Power and phone to site with water supply as part of the Millbrook water company. ID osbs559

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This lovely 2 bedroom home has modern kitchen and beautiful bathroom with walk in shower. Handy to Waiuku town centre & college. Partially fenced with single garage with internal entry. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing. ID osbh8408

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3 bedroom home on an acre of land with a 9x12m shed needing new owner. Close to local school, shop & beautiful beaches. Call Julie Q to view. ID: osbf741

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Reside or rent $449,000Look at this 4 bedroom, separate lounge, ensuite & sep toilet. This almost fully fenced 650m2 section has vehicle access to the rear for caravan, trailer boat etc. Priced for sale. Phone Ray to view. osbh830

Priced at $389,000 & $399,000. 2 bareblocks 1.82Ha & 2.22ha approx. 4.5km from Waiuku. Come create your own oasis. Fantastic views which must be seen. Titles pending. Phone Ray. ID: osbf725 & osbf726

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OPEN HOME: Sunday 2.00 – 2.30pm 23 Magnolia Dr Sturdy, spacious, special $535,000Have you outgrown your current home?? Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac is this warm sun catching home with a pool. This home is user friendly with plenty of room for kids, cars and friends. The potential for extra bedrooms, games room , large office....it’s all here. Elevated outside entertaining area. ID osbh842

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This hidden section at Orua Bay is accessible at low tide and would suit a 2 bedroom designer bach or home. Set on 921m2, includes a cliff face and native trees. Situated on the section is a shed and water tank. This property has amazing views. ID: osbs557

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Super section – Super price$ 95,000This is a stunning level corner section with very basic covenants is a huge 952 m2. Meremere is now become a very sought after affordable village for first time buyers to purchase in with it being in such a covenant location commuting is a total dream. The village has so much to offer with Community hall, tennis courts, visiting doctor, library, church, primary school and preschool with a superette . Build your home NOW, dreams can come true. Osbp334Donna-Marie Jarden Ph 027 527 0090

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Larger lifestyle $625,000 + GST (if any)

5Kms from town is a 8.0937 Ha bare land block with a great building site. The block has character and usefulness combined. The creek flows along the boundary and is all season. To view, please phone Ray. ID osbf749Ray 021 951 082

That country feeling $ 729,000Enjoy this family friendly home. 3 Brms, large master with ensuite. Sep lounge, spacious living with fantastic flow to outdoor entertainment area. Expansive decking on both sides of the living areas. Double internal garage plus 6 x 9 separate garage with office. Fully fenced section. This home is immaculate. A MUST to view. ID: osbh832

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Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

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Buy now or landbank for the futureJust on the outskirts of town is this 18.4037 Ha block with rolling contour. Featuring a stream and modern 4 Bedroom home with triple garage it also has an implement shed and dis-used cow shed. This property has 2 road accesses. ID: osbf746

Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

TE TORO

Generational gold mineFirst time on the market in three generations is this gently undulating 30 acres more or less of productive farmland. Elevated building sites await those who may plan to build their dream home in this picturesque location. Situated in the friendly TeToro community and close to an all tide boat ramp this property is also handy to Waiuku township. ID osbf748 Ray 021 951 082

Something a little special$ 119,000This is in a sought after area of Meremere being on the main road facing the Waikato river these sections are very hard to come buy. Meremere has so much to offer with a very strong community spirit that keeps growing with the massive influx of home owners buying in the village. Meremere is perfect for the commuting family being just off the motorway & pretty much between Hamilton & Auckland city makes life that little bit easier. The village offers primary school, pre-school, tennis courts, library, church, visiting doctor, just a few to mention. This primly located section is 831m2 & is located next door to one of the stunning homes Meremere has to offer Osbp346Donna-Marie Jarden 027 527 0090

Lifestyle starter $575,000Stunning water views, set on just under 3 acres. Loads of shedding, fruit trees. Spacious 3 bedroom home with sunroom which captures all day sun & decking for the kiwi bbq. Work from home or looking for that perfect lifestyle then give Marleen a call to arrange a viewing. ID osbf745

Marleen: a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528MANUKAU HEADS

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NEW LISTING WAIUKUSummertime & the living is easy $469,0003 bedrooms fully furnished bach at Matakawau on Awhitu Peninsula. 2 mins to beach. Shed for the boat. Lots of family fun. Call Julie Q to view. ID osbh543

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View Sunday 1:00 - 1:45pm 805 Awhitu Rdwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20860Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct 09 295 2415

View Sunday 1:00 - 1:45pm 805 Awhitu Rdrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20860Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct 09 295 2415

Sun, Space .. Lifestyle!!A quality built six year old, four double bedroom home set on fourattractive well fenced acres plus a 9 x 4.8 barn workshop with 3phase power. An immaculately presented lifestyle opportunity forall the family to enjoy and live the good life.

Waiuku $739,000

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View by appointmentwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20862Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct 09 295 2415

View by appointmentrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20862Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct 09 295 2415

AHOY INVESTORS .. PRICE SLASHED!!Options galore with this home and business, a 2 bdrm masonryhome plus 2 extra bedrooms, bathroom and living, attractiveoffice plus showroom and warehouse, approx. 400m2 plus lotsof parking. Zoned multi-use commercial. Call now to view!

Waiuku $549,000

View Sunday 2:00 - 2:45pm 185 Constable Roadwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20867Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct 09 295 2415

View Sunday 2:00 - 2:45pm 185 Constable Roadrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20867Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct 09 295 2415

Lifestylish Timeless Appeal!Price slashed on this classic 1930’s character bungalowrefurbished with today’s lifestyle in mind. Set on a 5450 m2lifestylish site which includes your own olive grove, grazing forthose family pets and ponies plus lots of shedding.

Waiuku $585,000

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www.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20139Wendy Cowper 0211180118 09 [email protected]

rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20139Wendy Cowper 0211180118 09 [email protected]

100 Acres Plus 3 Bedroom Cottage3 bedroom cottage with open plan kitchen/dining, separate familyroom with loads of storage. There is a log fire and a spaciousdeck to enjoy the views. 40.5HA with loads of shedding,stockyards, wetland, native bush and an air strip. Lush land withamazing sea and rural views. Only 20 minutes from Waiuku.

Pollok Dominikovich Rd $990,000

View by appointment WKU20793Wendy Cowper 021 118 [email protected]

View by appointment WKU20793Wendy Cowper 021 118 [email protected]

Affordable Bach or First Home A little cutie positioned atMatakawau Point beach community, 30 minutes from Waiuku.2 bedrooms plus a study, with polished timber floors, singleinternal access garage and a sunny deck. Stroll to the beach orlaunch the boat at the reserve down the road.

Matakawau Point Beach $240,000

www.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20830Wendy Cowper 021 118 0 [email protected]

rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20830Wendy Cowper 021 118 0 [email protected]

Just Move In Quality Furnishings IncludedGreat value here offering 3 bedrooms, open plan kitchen, dinning,living area, internal access garage on 1100m2 section withmagnificent views. Enjoy your breakfast on the balcony deck inthe morning. Just a stroll away from the beach. Call to view.

Big Bay Manukau Heads $445,000

View By AppointmentBill Harcombe 0272 026 839 09 295 2417Ewen Turoa 0274 468 563 09 295 2418

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Enjoy this 4 double bedroom home with office, internal gge andpanoramic rural views. With floor area 233 m2 & 7454 m2 flatsection. 4 bay approx 158 m2 workshop. 10 mins from town.rwwaiuku.co.nz/WKU20859

SPACIOUS COUNTRY LIVING $625,000

View by appointmentWKU20831Bill Harcombe 0272 026 839Ewen Turoa 0274 468 563

View by appointmentWKU20831Bill Harcombe 0272 026 839Ewen Turoa 0274 468 563

This 31 Hectare (76 Acre) 16 paddocks ideal for dairy support orfattening just 10 minutes from Waiuku. Covenanted native bush.Refurbished tenanted 249m2 1980’s home, garage and asleepout/garage for extra income.All tide boat ramp on theManukau Harbour makes ideal living. Ideal Rural Land Investment.

Rural Land Investment $1,000,000

View Sunday 12:00-12:45 pm, 20 Stonehurst AvenueWendy Parker 0297712667 09 235 [email protected]

View Sunday 12:00-12:45 pm, 20 Stonehurst AvenueWendy Parker 0297712667 09 235 [email protected]

POPULAR STONEHURST. $450,000Three bedroom family home in this great location. Gorgeousbeamed ceilings in the living areas and updated bathroom.Recently painted outside on a 809m2 fully fenced section. Singlegarage and carport, with plenty of room for the kids to kick a ballaround. Don’t delay, this won’t last!

View Sunday 1:00 - 1:45pm. 31 Magnolia Drivewww.rwwaiuku.co.nz / WKU20874Wendy Parker 0297712667

View Sunday 1:00 - 1:45pm. 31 Magnolia Driverwwaiuku.co.nz / WKU20874Wendy Parker 0297712667

CANCEL THE DIY, IT’S DONE! $489,000Lovely light filled home that has been refurbished throughout.Four bedrooms, master with ensuite and huge wardrobe, newcarpet and paint throughout and a fully fenced section to keepthe little ones safe, it’s an ideal family home. Easy walk to townand local primary school.

Open Home

View by appointmentwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20870Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 09 295 [email protected]


View by appointmentrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20870Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 09 295 [email protected]


4 bedroom home, woolshed/barn and an aircraft hangaroverlooking 164 acres with up to 1000 su capacity.$2,290,000 (Plus GST if any).

Pollok 164 acres 15 Titles

View by appointmentwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20869Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 09 295 [email protected]


View by appointmentrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20869Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 09 295 [email protected]


Country Living with Harbour ViewsLifestyle on the beautiful Awhitu Peninsula.A 1950’s weatherboard home with 3 bedrooms and 2bathrooms. 1.6 acres of land in 4 paddocks.

Awhitu 6 Tram Gully Road

23 Queen Street, Waiuku | T:09 235 2940 | E: [email protected] | rwwaiuku.co.nz

Fish & Game is calling on the government to have an “open and honest” discussion with all New Zealand about the future of the Resource Manage-ment Act, after the Prime Minister announced the government was abandoning its original plans for significant change.

Fish & Game Chief Executive Bryce Johnson said John Key’s decision is a reprieve for the environ-ment.

“The Resource Management Act is the corner-stone of this country’s environmental protection and the changes National was proposing would ul-timately have been a disaster for our wild places,” Mr Johnson said. m“The Prime Minister’s deci-sion provides an ideal opportunity to defuse what was becoming a polarised debate. The way is now clear for the government to have an open and hon-est discussion with the wider public on the justifi-cation for changing the RMA.”

Mr Johnson said as part of that discussion, the government needs to better define what the actual problems are with the existing law.

“When the government renewed its push to change the RMA earlier this year, it said it was to help build more houses, particularly in Auckland. I can’t see how weakening protection for forests, waterways and coastal areas would have helped build an apartment in Auckland.”

He adds the government needs to break down what it perceives as problems with the present RMA into those which affect urban areas like Auck-land and especially those affecting rural areas.

“All the ministerial rhetoric has been about ur-ban problems but there is wide suspicion that this is just a Trojan Horse to remove environmental protections to suit rural interests,” he said.

Mr Johnson said the government also needs to consider what significant changes would mean for existing RMA case law.

Bryce Johnson said the challenge the govern-ment now faces is to include the whole country in its plans.

There was a special occasion at the Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club last Wednesday night as mem-bers of the Franklin-based Yorkshire Day New Zealand Committee met one of their long term supporters. The club held a function in Pukekohe to recognise the support of Dr Judith Preston-An-derson. She is a founder member of the Yorkshire Ridings Society in England and has been support-ing the Franklin group since its inception. A Cer-tificate of Appreciation was presented to her from the group along with a polo shirt with the Yorkshire Day NZ logo. During the meeting the new York-shire Day in New Zealand promotional flier was also released. Dr Preston-Anderson was visiting New Zealand for the World Cup cricket matches, and visits regularly for English cricket matches and to catch up with a sister who lives on Auckland’s North Shore.

Pictured below, left to right are: Sylvia Bird, Dr Judith Preston- Anderson, Ron Bird, June and John Roscoe-Nuttall, Andrew Watkinson.

Auckland Council says it last week received an update on air quality regulations which showed more work with Government was needed.

In the meantime, Aucklanders can continue to use their older wood-burners and open fires this winter.

Council has previously claimed that domestic heating contributed largely to 730 premature deaths in the region each year, claims which have been vigorously debated.

Last month council received a rec-ommendation from the Parliamen-tary Commissioner for the Environ-ment to review air quality regulations due to recent scientific advances. This includes the need to measure smaller particulate matter in the air that is more harmful to human health in the long-term, PM2.5.

Current air regulations require the measurement of PM10 - larger par-ticles/short-term – and the Regula-tory and Bylaws Committee agreed that a longer-term view was needed to assess the health impacts for our region. Council says it is particularly looking forward to a response from

the Minister for the Environment on when this review may occur.

Calum Penrose, Chair of the Regu-latory & Bylaws Committee, said “Un-til we can give Aucklanders certainty on air quality regulations and what it may mean for domestic fires, council will encourage people to use clean sources of home heating, including burning clean wood.

“The council’s restrictions on the burning of rubbish, wet wood, ta-nalised timber and high sulphur coal remain in effect. These have been in place since 2008 and have contribut-ed to the steady improvement of the quality of Auckland’s air.”

Staff will progress with providing the council with information and options available to address particu-late matter. Appropriate recommen-dations suitable for Auckland will be considered by the committee in June 2015. Until the council is satis-fied that any additional measures are appropriate for Auckland and are a reasonable response to the national regulations, no further measures will be introduced by the council.

Kaipatiki Local Board members John Gillon, Lorene Pigg and Dr. Grant Gillon are outraged that the feedback that the public gave on the Auckland Council’s Long Term Plan is being withheld from elected members.

“I have been advised that the order to withhold this information from elected members has come down from the May-or’s office and Council senior manage-ment,” said John Gillon, elected member

of the Kaipatiki Local Board, “Local Board members are to instead rely on staff-written summaries of feedback to make important decisions, such as on library hour cuts, rate rises, motorway tolls and contentious local projects. This is an in-tolerable situation and I wonder what the Council is trying to hide?”

“It is undemocratic - and possibly illegal - for the Mayor and senior staff to remove my right as an elected member to receive

formal feedback from the public”, said Lorene Pigg, elected member of the Kai-patiki Local Board.

“It is fundamental to my role to be able to listen to the people of Kaipatiki and re-spond accordingly.

“How can I make good-governance decisions when the information that the public have taken the time to submit for me and other elected members to read is being withheld?”

Claims Mayor’s office is hiding public feedback Fish and Game saysabandoning RMAchanges a reprieve

Supporter thankedCouncil backs away fromunpopular fire proposal


A total of 29 new projects have been ap-proved for $7.8 million in new funding over four years through the Sustainable Farming Fund (SFF), Primary Industries Minister Na-than Guy has announced.

“These are grass-roots projects that sup-port farmers, growers and foresters to tackle shared problems and develop new opportu-nities. They will deliver real economic, envi-ronmental and social benefits.

“For example, one project will develop industry tools for farmers to improve their farm practices to improve water quality and infrastructure, while reducing nutrient loss.

“Other projects aim to increase the pro-ductivity of onion and potato growers, im-

prove farmer uptake of summer forages, and help tackle the risk of rot in apples.”

Co-funders will also invest $16.3 million in the 29 projects over four years.

“Over the past 15 years the SFF has in-vested over $120 million in 948 projects benefiting New Zealand’s primary indus-tries including, dairy, meat, arable, forestry, horticulture and aquaculture.”

An evaluation of the SFF completed in early 2014 concluded that it is achieving its goals of funding projects that contribute to the economic, environmental and social well-being of New Zealand’s primary indus-tries. The next round of funding for the SFF will open in mid 2015.

A Waiuku man receiv-ing radiation treatment returned home last week to find his house had been burgled and treas-ured personal items, as well as a 50-inch televi-sion had been stolen. To make matters worse, he was burgled again the next day.

The man, who lives on Constable Road, has a property which is not easily accessed from the road, and he believes those involved had in-tended to come back and steal more.

The next evening, af-ter returning home, he awoke to find he had been burgled again, thieves this time break-ing into his garage and rifling through a car. Po-lice are investigating.

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Disappointed media hindering protestI feel compelled to respond to your piece in the Editor’s

Desk section of the Post. I was present at the protest and I am truly disappointed that there exist media like yourself who would hinder efforts of the community who are trying to make the world a better place. The protest was borne of compassion for all living creatures. I am not sure if you have ever set foot in a factory farm, but they are hideous and in-excusable places of torture for the inhabitants - legal or not.

Comparing the protest to a bank robbery or purpose-fully releasing infectious diseases is quite unnecessary and very obviously out of all proportion. We did nothing illegal - apart from possibly littering if you want to be pedantic about a bit of straw and greens left on a farm - but unlike Craddock Farms, we also did nothing immoral. Our action was peaceful, quick and effective. We hurt nothing, dam-aged nothing, and simply tried to communicate a message shared by many New Zealanders - no factory farms, thanks very much.

If anything is distasteful, it is your stretching of the truth and focus on issues like child endangerment. The issue is the millions of hens suffering - but you seem to forget about them. The protesters simply took time out of our lives to try and better the lives of animals which suffer every day in those sheds. Why you would consider the permission of factory farm owners necessary in order to conduct such an action is beyond me. We didn’t go appealing to France for permission to protest against nuclear testing...

You should have been there. Instead, you write your opin-ion based on ignorance and assumption. The action was a success, Craddock Farms know they are not welcome with their proposed new colony cages and their systems of abuse. We are proud of standing up for what is right. Perhaps you should join us instead of criticising.

Amie Wolken

We would like to congratulate the group of concerned citi-zens who took precious time from their lives to protest an issue which deeply concerns the majority of New Zealand-ers. Polls have strongly shown that eggs laid by caged hens are not wanted by the caring people of this country. In many parts of the world, this cruel method of egg production has been outlawed.

Craddock Farms management, despite being refused council consent to build a monstrous hen prison in Auck-land, is now obstinately trying to get its way in the Environ-ment Court. May they fail in their attempts to perpetuate this barbaric method of egg production.

Well done to those protesters for keeping this issue in the forefront of public thinking. And shame on Craddock Farms for refusing to accept that New Zealanders have had enough of animal abuse disguised as ‘farming’.

Linda Nunn and Paul Johnson

I am recovering from a stroke and sometimes find sleep difficult. I have a ‘pillow speaker’ and listen to the radio to help me drop off. I don’t listen to National program because they frequently remind you of the time and that is fatal if you want to sleep!

Concert program is favourite but sometimes the music is uncomfortable and as a last resort I tune to a talk back sta-tion. I am full of admiration for the hosts who can handle a difficult caller and know how to end up the conversation and disconnect with diplomacy .

The other night there was a long winded lady who had great difficulty finding her way to the point she wished to make. When she did it was very valid. She was concerned because in an earthquake supermarkets ended up full of broken bottles and unable to open their shops to supply the emergency supplies now desperately needed. I am a problem solver and now all sleep has gone for me as I try to solve this problem! The answer came to me within min-utes, (but sleep not till the early hours).

The solution, Install a fishing gill net in the top of the shelf, anchored at the back and held in place at the front with a simple catch which would fail in an earthquake, allowing the net to drop over the bottles. Very few bottles would find their way through the mesh and the net would be easily repositioned when time allowed but would still allow access to the product in the meantime.

Deigh DaviesWaiuku

Optik Eyecare in Pukekohe have been joined by former NZ Hockey representative and Pukekohe local, Veeran Morar.

Joining the Optik team in 2012, Veeran started work-ing Saturday mornings while studying for his degree in op-tometry. After finishing his final examinations, Veeran spent the next three months travelling extensively around Asia and has now returned to join the team of optometrists at Optik full time.

Veeran’s father, Dr Ish Morar, is a longstanding GP at Pukekohe Family Health Centre. Growing up Veeran attended Pukekohe Hill Pri-mary School, Strathallan,

and Kings College then onto Auckland University..

He is also well known around the sports grounds, particularly for his involve-ment in hockey, not only in Pukekohe, but Veeran has represented both Auckland and New Zealand. He has played for numerous years and now coaches a team.

Optik say much of a child’s learning is done visually and at a close range, so good vi-sion is very important even at a young age. It is nor-mal for young children to be slightly longsighted, but significant degrees of long-sightedness, shortsighted-ness and astigmatism can cause problems.

The ‘Gull Effect’ - so named because of the drop in petrol prices after a Gull station opens in a region is now just a few weeks away for Waiuku. The company is planning to open a new station on the corner of Queen Street and Court Streets, Waiuku, and work has already been underway at the site. A building which housed the former Waiuku Motor Court, and prior to

that, Ross Tindle Motors, was trucked away recently, and earthworks have been done in preparation for the site. A spokesperson for the company said last week that it hoped to open the station in six to eight weeks.

At left is an example of a station similar to that planned for Waiuku, where it will join two other service stations, a Z Energy and a GAS outlet.

Protestors should be congratulated

Innovative way to cope with earthquake

Millions of dollars’ worth of nitrogen is vanishing into thin air, causing losses to farmers and to New Zealand in wasted import dollars.

That’s the conclusion reached in field trials fund-ed by Ballance Agri-Nutri-ents’ to measure ammonia losses from standard urea and urea treated with a ni-trogen stabiliser.

These losses occur when the nitrogen in the urea vol-atilises into ammonia.

While farmers try to avoid

the loss by applying urea when wet weather is fore-cast, research by Landcare Research and Ballance has shown a good 5 to 10 mm of rain is needed within eight hours of application to reduce ammonia loss – a finding consistent with re-search in New Zealand in the 1980s.

Ballance Science Man-ager, Aaron Stafford, says nitrogen loss through vola-tilisation is well-known, but the economic cost is not.

“Around 500,000 tonnes of urea is sold in New Zealand each year and if you use the rule of thumb that 10 per-cent of available nitrogen will be lost from volatilisa-tion, that’s the equivalent of 23,000 tonnes of nitrogen which is not doing its job in the soil and generating a re-turn for farmers.

Urea fertiliser contains 46 percent nitrogen, so at $600 a tonne for urea, this means $30 million of nitrogen is lost on average each year as

ammonia.”He says the losses are not

only financial, but also en-vironmental, with volatil-ised nitrogen re-deposited from the atmosphere – and not necessarily on the farm where the nitrogen losses occurred.

“Farmers have no ability to control where this vola-tilised nitrogen is re-depos-ited. It could end up in riv-ers, lakes or forests, which is less than ideal environmen-tally.”

Thousands of handmade poppies will bloom across Auckland on Anzac Day to mark the centenary of the First World War. Volunteers including schoolchildren, RSA members and community groups have made more than 20,000 poppies for the Peace Poppy Project, a brainchild of west Auckland artist Cristina Beth. The poppies will be “planted” across Auckland, greeting people on their way to Anzac Day commem-orations. After 25 April, people will be able to “pick” the poppies in return for a small donation to their local RSA.

“The peace poppies are a great way for us to remember our war veterans, who helped secure the peace and freedom we enjoy to-day,” says Councillor Alf Filipaina, Arts, Cul-ture and Events Committee Chair.

“Auckland Council is really thrilled to get behind this project and help bring the com-munity together to celebrate the centenary of the First World War in such a special way. We hope to see poppies bloom in every cor-ner of the city.”

The project is supported by Auckland Council’s art galleries and libraries.

From hockey star to eye specialist

Burglaryduringtreatment

New farming projects funded

Peace poppies for Auckland

“Gull effect” just a few weeks away

Farmers losing millions into the air


Bringing home the bacon

Business MattersYour weekly guide to business in Franklin - because business matters! With a $100 billion

construction boom now a reality, the Building and Con-struction Industry Training Organisa-tion (BCITO) is doing everything it can to recruit more people into construction ap-prenticeships.

Last week BCITO launched an edgy campaign aimed at raising general awareness of the ca-reer opportunities now available in con-struction due to skills shortages across the country. Since 2012, the construction sector has grown by nearly 9%, in contrast to the wider econo-my which has grown around 2.5%. Con-struction is now one of the fastest growing parts of the economy, predicted to grow 3.2% per annum until at least 2017.

Bin Inn Pukekohe celebrated its first birthday in its Harris Street premises recently. Bin Inn has returned to Pukekohe after an ab-sence of 15 years, and celebrated the milestone birthday with a raft of special offers, free samples and giveaways. Manager Ravinder Singh, (right), encourages locals to pop in and check out their new health-based product lines and gluten-free alternatives.

There’s a new name in heat pump specialists in Pukekohe as winter approaches, but it’s a name which has over 40 years of experience in the local area to back it.

Perfect Air, in Crosbie Road, Pukekohe, has been locally owned and operated since 1972, when it began as J Cot-ter Refrigeration and Counties Heat Pumps and Air Conditioning, before taking the step to relaunch the busi-ness as Perfect Air a few weeks ago.

Since the earliest days, the company has placed its emphasis on quality work, affordable rates and great custom-er service.

“We provide heating, cooling and ventilation solutions for the small-est jobs right through to large commercial jobs,” says Michael Richards. “We are a company of dedicated solution find-ers and our staff will work tirelessly to com-plete your job with a minimum of fuss.”

Perfect Air say they are proud to call them-selves the number one heat pump specialist, and are proud stockists of Daikin heat pumps, products which were the first to offer seven-star efficiency ratings in New Zealand.

Michael explains that the Daikin range offers a solution for every home and budget, all with whisper-quiet sound levels and sleek, mod-ern designs.

Patrick Clotworthy is one of the faces be-hind the business which has become synony-mous with its township - Pokeno Bacon.

Patrick, the son of Helen and John Clotwor-thy, who founded the business in 1977, is a butcher by trade, having worked in the indus-try for the past 15 years including in Ireland and the United Kingdom.

He laughs that the Pokeno Bacon name is what they are known for, but in fact the busi-ness probably sells more sausages than ba-con, and a huge range of beef and lamb. And even though it’s named after, and situated in, Pokeno, Patrick says the company sells over 80% of its product to people from outside the region.

People travel from throughout the country to get their bacon and smallgoods, with cli-ents regularly travelling from Auckland, Ham-ilton and even New Plymouth. A few years ago the business expanded to open a Pokeno Ba-con in Mount Eden, Auckland, and also sells a growing percentage of its stock through a dedicated website.

Milestone for Bin Inn

Perfect new name for localheat pump specialists

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• VTNZ Pukekohe • Bhula Das & Sons • Manga Jivan• Waikato Valley Chocolates • BIC NZ Ltd • McDonalds Bombay

• Waishing Ltd • Bidvest Foodservice Auckland • McDonalds Pukekohe • Waiuku Acupuncture & Massage Clinic • Boneyard

Maxwell Family • Waiuku Business Association • Boss Salon• Morrison Family • Waiuku Golf & Squash Club • Boutique Beauty

• MOTAT • Waiuku Motor Court • Brian & Audrey Boswell• Nigel Ward • Waiuku New World • Buckhearth

• Noeline Whittaker • Waiuku Village Butchery • C&R Packers• Northfuels • Waiwera Thermal Pools • Café Karma

• NZ Hothouse • Warehouse Stationery Pukekohe • Cairnscorp Pukekohe • Pak’n’Save Pukekohe • Yard Art Design

• Calendula Café • Paradise Ice Skating • Yoo Family• Casey Vanliefde Photography • Parakai Springs • Glenbrook

School Families & staff • Chris Wright • PGG Wrightson Ltd/Fruitfed Supplies • Clorox NZ Ltd • Platypus Shoes • Cockys Corner

• Prewal produce • Coin Save Waiuku • Pukekohe Cossie Club• Countdown South Pukekohe • Pukekohe Garden Supplies

• Counties Rugby • Pukekohe High School • Counties Total Span• Punchbowl • Country Green Salads • RAD electrical

• Daryl Ravensdown • Dollar City Waiuku • RC Hari & Sons• Dollar Mart Waiuku • RD1 Pukekohe • Ecotech Solutions• RD1 Waiuku • Farmlands Pukekohe • Red Seal • Fiskens

• Redz Hair Salon • Franklin County News • Reid Bros• Franklin Foods Ltd • Repco Pukekohe •

Freshwest Ltd/Naylor • Retrofit • Gary Carter Transport• Sandra Seel • Gary Pyes 100% Electrical • Scholastic NZ

• Glenbrook Steel Mill / SteelServe • Skyline Rotorua Gondola, Restaurant & Luge • Glenbrook Kindergarten • Smithies Nurseries

THE 2015 GLENBROOK SCHOOL GALA & FESTIVAL

We wish to thank all our amazing sponsors for their generosity. Thanks to the support from our

community our Gala was a huge success.

Thank you

Prescott BuildersFor all your building requirements

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“The range includes the Daikin US7, which offers true dehumidi-fication with a hot and cold coil inside the in-door unit. It can also humidify and introduce fresh air from outside, and the advanced air purifier strips odours, allergens and bacteria so is the perfect choice for asthmatics. With an optional Wifi adaptor the Daikin US7 can be controlled from any-where via your smart phone.

“The Daikin Zena is engineered in Europe with the latest technol-ogy including inbuilt Wi-Fi connection, while the Daikin P-Series is our premium inverter series. The P-series is the perfect solution for heating or cooling cre-ating a family sanctuary

all year round.“Daikin L-Series is

our standard inverter series, offering the build quality and advanced technology Daikin is renowned for, but at a cost effective price.

And it’s not just heat pumps, Michael points out. “With inverter scroll compressor tech-nology Daikin water chillers cost up to 60% less to run compared to standard fixed speed chillers. These are per-fect for Dairy Farm pre-chiller solutions. As dairy regulations tight-en Daikin water chillers provide the best solu-tions for future compli-ance.” For further infor-mation contact Perfect Air on 0508 24 77 37 or visit their showroom at 7 Crosbie Road Puke-kohe.

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Healthy LivingYour monthly guide to Healthy Living in Franklin

The Busy persons Guide to Staying HealthyDaily health mainte-

nance is the way to go–and it doesn’t

have to be hard. You may lead a busy life, but if you work a few simple habits into the fabric of your day, you can enjoy a healthy normal lifestyle. Find your maintenance mode and stick with it. Here are a few tips:1. Drink LOTS of water - It flushes toxins from the vital organs, carries nutrients to cells, provides a moist en-vironment for ear, nose and

throat tissues, and elimi-nates waste.2. Have a healthy break-fast - Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast provides you with the energy and nutrients that lead to increased con-centration.3. Maintain good posture.4. Enjoy a glass of raw milk - Raw milk contains every single vitamin–both water-soluble and fat-soluble–in the exact proportions neces-sary for your body to assimi-late them.

5. Hug a pet - Hasn’t this been “scientifically” prov-en? Having a pet makes you happier, live longer, have a better immune system, etc. 6. Take a short walk - Regu-lar walking has been shown to reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. It lowers levels of LDL (bad) choles-terol while increasing levels

of HDL (good) cholesterol and keeps blood pressure in check.7. Relax8. Eat your cod liver oil9. Get 7-9 hours of good sleep - Sleep is important for mental function: alert-ness, memory consolida-tion, mood regulation, and physical health.

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Anyone can catch influ-enza or ‘the flu’ - being fit and healthy does not stop you from getting it, nor does the fact you’ve had it before, because the strains of influenza virus change from year to year.Influenza is a seri-ous and highly con-tagious illness - it can knock the healthiest of people out of ac-tion for a week or more. Flu is often called a respiratory disease, but it can af-fect the whole body. It can be life-threat-ening.Having a ‘flu shot’ is the best way to pro-tect against the unpleas-ant effects of influenza: headaches, fever and generalised body aches. It will also greatly reduce your risk of serious com-plications that can de-

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velop from the flu. As a result you’ll have fewer days away from work and caring for family (and fewer days missing out on social activities or holi-days). Because it can take one to three days for flu

symptoms to appear after being exposed to the flu virus, you can unknow-ingly pass it on. If you live or work with people who are at much greater risk of complications from flu

Practice News Don’t let the flu get you!

Flu Vaccines are now available at Waiuku Health Centre

Free for over 65s or those under 65 years of

age with some long term health problems.

than yourself - the elderly or those with long term conditions - it is worth you considering having the flu vaccination to help protect their health. You can get the flu vaccine by making a single visit to your doctor

or practice nurse. It takes two weeks af-ter vaccination for the vaccine to be fully effective - you may still develop in-fluenza in this time if you come into con-tact with the virus, so get it done early in time for winter. The flu vaccine is free for people aged 65 years and over or

those under 65 with some long term health problems, e.g. Diabetes, Stroke, Heart Disease, Respiratory disease including asthmatics on reg-ular preventive medication and most cancers.

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Bombay handed out a 65-0 thumping to Drury in the lat-est round of club rugby action, while Pukekohe scored 50 against Onewhero, Waiuku put 42 unanswered points up against Papakura and Te Kauwhata also scored 50 against Weymouth.

Reslt were: Ardmore Marist 20 (Cameron Flavell, Viliame Rarasea tries; Jonathan Taumateine 2 cons; Jonathan Tau-mateine 2 pens). Manurewa 14; (Lachlan Collier tries; Teina Tiavare 3 pens).

Bombay 65; (George Taina, Cody Harding, Epeli Lotawa, Haamiora Clarke, Sepuloni Taufa, Sam Vaka, Joshua Stol 3, Tulele Masoe tries; Reece Joyce 6 cons; Reece Joyce pens).Drury 3; (Brett Dahlikamp pen).

Karaka 32; (Peni Buakula, Jamie Gilbert-Clark 2, Desma Liaina tries; Orbyn Leger, Kieron Rollinson 2 cons; Orbyn Leger 2 pens). Patumahoe 13; (Brad Muirson tries; Jonny Wilkinson cons; Jonny Wilkinson 2 pens).

Pukekohe 50; (John Tu’ungafasi, Jarrod Stevenson 3, Trent White 2 tries; Nathan De Thierry 4 cons; Nathan De Thierry 4pens).Onewhero 29;(Andrew Jones, Joshua Turner, Anana-iasa Naturaga, Solofa Silipa tries; Joshua Turner 3 cons; Bryce Shearer pens)

Weymouth 10;(Maugaloto Palu, Peter Roache tries). Te Kauwhata 50; (Caleb Brown, Sosefo Matangi, Waikato Maka 2, Peter Vea, Thomas Parima, Peniueti Lausii, Joe Tuiono tries; Caleb Brown 3, Jac Jonathan 2 cons)

Waiuku 42; (Jamie Baker, John Streamer, Tony Misa, Ethan James, Armyn Sanders, Braden Olson tries; James Faiva 6 cons). Papakura 0

Unprecedented situation forPukekohe final round action

Big wins in club rugby

The weekend of 11-12 April brings the NZV8 Tour-ing Cars together again for the final round of the 2014-15 season held at Pukekohe Park Raceway.

Nick Ross and the Con-cept Motorsport Team have put in yet another stellar ef-fort throughout the season and, like last season head to the final in second place be-hind Australia’s Jason Barg-wanna but within reach of the title.

Campaigning the brand new Total Lubricants Nissan Altima over this season the team and driver have held on to second place as they work toward realising the full potential of the new car.

This time last year it all went down to the wire when at Pukekohe Ross came from second place and won the title over Bargwanna only in the very last race of what became a very exciting weekend.

Ross will definitely have his work cut out for him this time around however with a gap of 158 points to close in on the Australian in just three races but the Nissan driver is not one to say it is over until it most definitely is.

Ross sits in second place ahead of Hamilton’s Lance Hughes who has 759 points. to his 936 and Bargwanna holds the lead on 1094.

The NZV8 Touring Cars head to Pukekoke Park Raceway this month in an unprecedented situation where after months of ne-gotiations the NZV8 Touring Cars TLX category will join with cars and drivers from the V8 Supertourers on the same track, side by side.

“Any racing is going to be good for entertainment val-ue and for the sport. The ex-tra cars will either work for us or against us we just don’t know but I’m looking for-ward to getting back in the car and racing.” said Ross.

The merging of the two classes at Pukekohe will not only bring brand new ex-citement for the fans but at the same time throw up all manner of uncertainties for Ross as he goes head to head with Bargwanna and the other TLX drivers while bat-tling amongst a new pack of cars. There will be no at-tempt to achieve any terms of parity between the two different classes of cars be-fore their historical appear-ance racing together.

Waiuku Volunteer Fire Brigade would like to acknowledge and

thank the following sponsors of this years Poker Run;

DW Homes, Agruline, Williams Effluent, R & E Electrical , DVS,

Vanilla, Mitre 10 Waiuku, Gary Pyes 100%, Dave & Maureen’s Liquorland, Seclusion Beauty, Kitchen Dynamics,

Barb’s Bar & Diner, Waiuku Motor Court, Kentish Hotel, Pure NZ Water,

The Post Newspaper, Carters, Hornell Industries, Knight & Dickey,

Uniform Works, A.B Equipment, Franklin Vets, Merial, Ancare, KABA,

Laser Electrical Papakura, Peco Developments, Bradford Insulation

Carlaw Park DieHards, Griffiths & Co, Country Foods, Waiuku Rental Cars, John Mather Builders, RD1 Waiuku,

Geoff McClay Panelbeaters, Riordan & West Transport

WAIUKU VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE

** THANK YOU **

Football Festival asWorld Cup nears

Some of New Zealand football’s biggest names are working together to remind fans that the FIFA U-20 World Cup is little more than 50 days away.

Organisers of the tourna-ment are hosting a Festival of Football in Hamilton this Friday (April 10) to draw attention to the eight cup games that will be staged at Waikato Stadium when the tournament gets underway on May 30.

A highlight of the even-ing festival at Seddon Park on Friday will be an exhibi-tion game between a team of former All Whites and a WaiBOP invitation side.

The NZ Football Clas-sic XI will include former All Whites captains Chris Zoricich and Rodger Gray and former internation-als such as 1982 World Cup legend Ken Cresswell, Noel Barkley and Hamilton-based Mark Cossey, Mike Groom, Thomas Edge and Ross Nicholson.

The side will also include Ron Armstrong, an All White in the 1970s, playing along-side his daughter Bridgette,

who is a Football Fern. Visitors to the festival will

be able to admire the im-pressive FIFA U-20 World Cup Winners’ Trophy which will be on display and younger children can en-joy playing on the football-themed inflatable activities. Waikato Chamber of Com-merce will hold a Business after 5 event at Seddon Park during the festival.

Meanwhile, two of the region’s top school teams, Hamilton Boys High School and Tauranga Boys College, will play, kicking off at 5pm.

The festival is being pro-moted by the FIFA U-20 World Cup Local Organis-ing Committee, Rothbury Insurance Brokers, WaiBOP Football Federation and Seddon Park.

It is supported by the in-dependent football sup-porter group, Friends of Football.

Hamilton’s Waikato Sta-dium will be the venue for eight matches during the FIFA U-20 World Cup, the second FIFA age group tour-nament to be played in New Zealand.

“I have no idea at all how it will go but for the better-ment of the sport we have decided to put all the V8s on

the track at the same time in the same race. We have all winter to sort out the par-ity.” said Ross.

The Counties Rugby Union hosted the Chiefs Advanced Coaching Course with coaches from Taranaki, King Country, Thames Valley, BOP, Waikato and CMRFU attending recent-ly. Coaches attending must have completed the Develop-ing Rugby Coaches Caching Modules Theory and Practical. They also go through a thorough process of elimination based on a criteria of what level they are coaching and how they coach before being approved.

The IRB level 3 accredited course is designed to give coaches the edge when analysing and preparing players. The course will cover the duration of the coaches 2015 rug-by season using processes in which the coaches will be as-sessed. In October the coaches will be invited back to attend presentations delivered by the Chiefs Coaches (Dave Rennie and others) coinciding with the Rugby World Cup semi fi-nals where coaches will give their final presentations.

Coaches representing Counties included Glen Rowe (Steelers Coach), Waka Setitaia (Karaka Premiers and CM-RFU U16s), Mark Selwyn (CMRFU U16s) and Ray Mountfort (Karaka Premiers and CMRFU Resource Coach).

Advanced rugby coaching

Clean sweep of winsThis week saw the members of Waiuku Bowling Club

play for the Centennial Cup. It was a low turnout with only four teams of three competing for the cup. The winners with a clean sweep of three wins were Merle Bungard (cen-tre), Glen Thompson (right) & Alan Spacey (left).


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AUdIO & VIdeO

AUDIO & Video Copying Services. Specialising in Audio, CD, Video & DVD duplication & conversion. Phone: 235 3825 or 027 201 7436, or email: [email protected]

BOATING

REPAIRS - Dinghy or trailerboats; fibreglass or wooden. All jobs consid-ered. Ph Tony on: 235 3545 or 021 598 662.

CARAVANS

LONG TERM - Free local delivery from $60 per week plus bond. Ph: 09 232 1814.

CLeANING

VACANT houses, win-dows, offices, carpet shampooing & exterior waterblasting. Plus main-tenance. FREE quotes. Ph Allan or Lynette: 09 235 9333 or 027 272 6249.

COmpUTeRS

Virus Removal,Repairs, Internet,

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FIREWOOD splitter. Phone: 235 7733 or 021 305 111.

FOR SALe

COCKY’S CORNER - For fencing & roofing iron, timber, hardware, plywood, pavers, gates, garden sheds & more. 123 Queen St, Waiuku. Ph: 235 9880 or 235 2386.

FIREWOOD - Bargain. 4m Hotmix $300 Del. 2m $170 Del. Also Mac & Gum available. Ph/txt: 021 744 970 or 235 0065. Also tree felling & removal.

FIREWOOD for sale - Dry split Mac, $80 per metre. Free local deliv-ery. Phone Steve: 09 235 9668 or: 021 412 452.

FOR SALe

31/3 BoWEN ST, WAIuKu NEXT Door To MITrE 10,

ph: 235 7715

ALLEY WAYNEW Queen beds, base & mattress $695 * Tallboy 7 drawer & 2 bed-sides $780 * Teak drawers $650 *

NEW Oak drawers $420 * Bookcase $320 * Antique hall stand $595 *

Lazyboy $60 very good order * NEW Recliners extra wide very comfort-

able $450 or 2 for $795 * Cane chair & stool $250 * Table & 6 high

back chairs $495 * Office chairs from $75 * Guitar $95 * Handmade rugs $495 * Huge amount of jars and bottles, good for sauces etc.

$35 for the lot * Big range of novels, china, records, dried flowers, pic-

tures, mats & rugs

FRee

FREE drop off depot for all your unwanted com-puters, whiteware, etc. Recycle All Your Stuff Ltd. Unit 1 Waiuku Business Park, 23 Kitchener Rd. Free pick up in Waiuku. Ph: 235 5769.

REMOVAL - Any old scrap metal incl. old bat-teries, expired gas bot-tles, old cars, lawn mow-ers, etc. Ph Martin: 021 128 5953 or 238 3005.

GARAGe SALe

GARAGE Sale & Cake Stall, at Waiuku Cosmo-politan Club. Sat, 11th April, starting from 9am.

GARdeNING

DOES your garden need special care, as winter is drawing near? We will make your gardens look the best, and I’m sure that you will be blessed. 24yrs experience. Refs available. Phone: 235 7176 or: 022 659 6126.

HAIR dReSSING

THE Cutting Room Hair Salon. 33 Breaker Grove, Waiuku. Ladies cuts from $30, Mens cuts from $25, Colours from $70. Hours: Tues 11-3pm, Wed 9-5pm, Fri 9-til late, Mon & Sat by pre-arranged appts only. Phone Steff: 235 7149.

HOmekILL

Waiuku Village Butchery

HOMEKILLSERVICE

BEEF, SHEEPPIGS, Bacon etcNZFSA Registered

Ph 09 235 8369

LAWNmOWING

GREEN ACRES - Clarks Beach. Covering Franklin area. Lawn mowing, gar-dening, garden clear-ance, hedges. clean, tidy & reliable. Ph. Brett 021 021 7777 / 09 232 1276.

L A W N M O W I N G / Garden maintenance. Jim’s Mowing for quality work from reliable, fully insured & police checked operators. Call: 0800 4 546 546 for a free quote.Cl

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TOPCUT Lawnmowing - Reliable, clean & tidy job. Experienced operator. Ph Fred 09 235 5280, 021 902 552.

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FLUFFY Ducks Pamper-ing. Relaxation Massage, Reflexology, Reiki (Regi-stered Practitioner) Sue Vlug. Ph: 09 235 2256. E: [email protected]

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JANZ Dogs. Professional Pet Grooming Service. 110 Victoria Ave, Waiuku. Small and medium dogs only Ph: 235 5550.

POOCHIE PARK – Holiday home for dogs. Inspection welcome by arrangement. Phone: 09 235 0052 (Evenings) or 021 856 555. Email: [email protected] for further information.

HAPPY TAILS dog grooming, all breeds wel-come, comfort clips through to full styles available, treat your long haired dog to a comfort groom this summer to help fight this heat call Ashley: 092359581 or: 0212484111 to make an appointment.

pICTURe FRAmING

THE Framing Shed. Quality custom picture framing. 31 Victoria Ave, Waiuku. Tues - Fri 9 - 5 or by appointment. Ph Allie: 235 0939 or 027 253 4577.

RAFFLe ReSULTS

OTAUA School PTA Raffle Results. Winning ticket #494. Winner has been notified. Thank you for supporting Otaua School PTA.

WAIUKU Rugby Supporters Club Easter Basket Raffle. Congrat-ulations to our lucky win-ners: Robyn Campbell, Farmer, Sean F, J Kennedy Jnr & Guber. Sincere thanks to all who supported our raffle.

SITUATIONS VACANT

READING Tutor - Exp. Junior School teacher to train 1-to-1 tuition. Must love teaching Reading & Writing, and be able to work afternoons in Waiuku. Call Jill at Frog Pond Tuition: 238 2110 or: 021 670 441.

Looking for

Staff?Advertise your situations

vacant in The Post.Contact us on

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Moisture from the bathroom, caused by shower steam, often flow into adjoining rooms leading to ongoing is-sues such as mould, mildew and mites. And up goes the electricity bill with the heater running constantly to warm up the house.

By installing a Showerdome, you could ban shower steam and save on those high energy costs. Showerdome is a unique New Zealand invention. It consists of a clear acrylic dome that prevents steam from forming when fitted on a shower top. You won’t notice it’s there but you’ll definitely notice the difference!

Research conducted by the Univer-sity of Waikato proves that a Shower-dome, when used correctly, can pay for itself within two years. As well as monetary benefits, Showerdome also offers significant health benefits. The primary health benefit is steam from the shower is not able to flow into ad-joining rooms, reducing condensation, mould, mildew and mites; creating warmer, drier, healthier Kiwi homes.

Those who have Showerdomes love them, and when they move houses they get Showerdome fitted in their new homes.

Showerdome: Ban shower steamfor drier and healthier homes

Rivalry and laughter on the greens

Have you noticed how it’s getting a little bit chilly lately? As we settle into the cooler Autumn months, Kiwis will look at ways to en-sure they have drier and warmer homes.

WINa showerdome with The Post WORTH $285

The Post Newspaper has a DIY self-install Showerdome kit to give away valued at $285* Send an email to us at: [email protected] with shower-dome in the subject line. Please include your full name and telephone number in the email with the answer to this question; What material is the showerdome made from? *(installation by a trained local Show-erdome installer is available at standard pricing). For more informa-tion, visit www.showerdome.co.nz. Competition closes April 18th.

Fun and games at Wai-

uku Bowling Club recently as rugby players and bowlers plied

their skills on the greens as the rugby and bowling clubs played together. It was a highly entertaining event, but somewhat removed from the more genteel approach of bowlers; with

competitive spirit and sledging par for the course!


Phone : 09 235 9307 Fax : 09 237 0054Email : [email protected]

Open Monday to Friday • 8.30am - 5.30pmSat • 9am - 2pm and Sun • 10am - 2pm


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Office spaces fOr lease

Please phone Sam:

021 671 960Waiuku BuSineSS Park

ASSISTANT ACCOUNTS We are seeking an Assistant Accountants Receivable/Book Keeper to join our busy team.The ideal candidate will have job experience and will have systems knowledge.The main responsibilities will include:* Processing accounts* Invoice and bank reconciliation's* Managing staff and client payroll* Accounts administration * Credit control* ReconciliationThe company offers on-site parking and excellent benefits. The role is a full/part time role. Apply with an up to date cv to: [email protected]. Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted by email or phone.

Centre Manager:

We are looking for an experiencedYouth worker to manage ourCentre. This is an opportunity fora highly motivated and enthusiasticyouth worker with a proven recordof developing attractive andchallenging youth programmes.Apply in writing, with CV to

The Chairman,Pukekohe Youth Centre,

P O Box 117, Pukekohe 2340.

Applications close 4pm10th April 2015

We are looking for an experienced Youth worker to manage our Centre. This is an

opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic youth worker with a proven

record of developing attractive and challenging youth programmes.

Apply in writing, with CV to The Chairman, Pukekohe Youth Centre,

P O Box 117, Pukekohe 2340. Applications close 4pm, 10th April 2015

Centre Manager

Puzzle answers

Ph: 09 2388254 • pukekohepipeband.blogspot.com

The Pukekohe RSA Pipe Band is recruiting learner and experienced

bagpipers, snare, tenor, & bass drummers. All ages welcome, free tuition provided. Call in to the RSA

Edinburgh St on Monday nights at 7.30Public notice

situations vacant

Senior spraypainter required for furniture and door painting. Must be able to manage spray-booth workflow and H&S. Spraying 2pack and enamel paints. Pressure pots & airless exp. needed. Contact Darren: 027 200 2810 [email protected]

Svord Knives requires enthusiastic part-time staff to assist in all aspects of knife crafting. Would suit after school work. Training provided. Phone Bryan: 021 812 966.

to rent

exCluSive Live onsite, pay $350+pwr. Extra large unit, brand new, suits semi-retired, fit, keen on gardening, light maintenance on l/style block. Patumahoe. Ph: 022 4055 221.

tuition

GuiTAr LESSONS! Experienced guitar teacher. Music and Guitar provided. Looking for students in Term 2, also teaching at Sandspit School. Bookings are essential. Ph Rachel: 021 025 11752.

reAdinG/WriTinG & Maths Year 1- 6. Experienced, fully regis-tered teacher. Ph. Tracey 021 046 3429.

Waiuku Colony Cat ResCueIn desperate need of donations of catfood - tins &

biscuits wanted. Please drop @ Franklin VetsAny Enquiries ph: 235 2662

Thank you for your support

Learn Thai CookingCook & Learn then enjoy

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FranklinLocal Boardmeeting

A meeting of the Franklin LocalBoard will be held at 9.30am onTuesday 21 April 2015 in theLocal Board Chambers, PukekoheService Centre, 82 Manukau Road,Pukekohe.

Find out more: phone 09 301 0101or visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

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Temporary road closureQueen St (between Kitchener Rd and Belgium St) shall be closed from 9:30am until 12:15pm on Saturday 25 April for the Waiuku ANZAC Parade. Limited resident access only to Kent St, Kirk St, Court St. George St closure will be in place from 9:30am until 11:45am.

This closure applies to all except authorised and emergency vehicles. For further information, phone Auckland Transport on 09 355 3553.

aucklandtransport.govt.nz

Meeting 7pm, Monday 13th AprilBaptist Church, Victoria St West,

PUKEKOHE

For more info contact Mac 027785 9737

Marian 0274 844 667

FRANKLIN PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

of New Zealand

Wives, partners, friends & family welcome. Light refreshments served.

OTAUA SCHOOL PTAAnnuAl GenerAl MeetinG

thursday 30th April Starting 7pm at the School

All families welcome to come alongSally – 021 230 8164

WAiuku CAMErA CluB AgMMonday 13th April, 7pm Start

52 king Street, WaiukuAny queries contact Sharon (027 60 55 777)

wanted

TreeS - Gum and Macrocarpa. Also tree felling & shelter belt removal. Ph/txt Chris: 021 744 970 / 235 0065.

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SUDOKU No.1389

Fill the grid so thatevery row and every3x3 square contains

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Solution No.1388

VERY EASY

7 5 6 1 83 7 9

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