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ll Ann Thompson of Scotland and Pat Jenner of Waiuku have been pen pals for 64 years, and met recently.

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ll The wait is over – the highly anticipated Franklin store of the genuine Hunting and Fishing brand is opening its doors

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ll If fresh country air and affordable prices aren’t enough, one lucky buyer will walk away with free land

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communityA life time of letters for special pen pals

businessHunting and Fishing comes to Pukekohe

PRoPeRtyFree land to lure Auckland buyers

geneRal newsEpic row in Guinness Book of Records

llWaiuku’s Tara Remington’s epic 4000km row across the Pacific Ocean from Los Angeles to Waikiki last year has made the Guinness Book of World Records.

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Infringement notices for parking, rego and expired wof’s were dished out by the truck load.

Emma Sharplin [email protected]

ll Waiuku residents may want to keep a close eye on their letter box-es this week, as the township was treated to not one, not two, but three parking wardens from Wednesday through to Friday last week.

The wardens were notified about

Waiuku’s car parking issues by com-plaints from the public, and they handed out many tickets for not just time infringements, but for overdue Warrant of Fitness, expired registra-tions and even parking the wrong way on streets.

Since running the story two weeks ago about local business owners being frustrated that some retailers and their staff were using the main street as their personal car park, we received information that some companies still did not take heed to what was being said. Their vehicles were still parked on the street.

While local board chair, Andy Baker, suggested that as a town, we try to address the issues internally, however, this obviously isn’t going to be the case.

Let us now hope that a lesson has been learnt for those who have abused the parking restrictions, al-beit, it will be a rather expensive one for some, and keep the parks along the bustling streets of Waiuku free for customers and visitors to the township.

Please send us your views. [email protected]

Keeping an eye on parking

11With all the guidelines, tools and programs available to help schools deal with bullying why are they still failing to protect our most vulnerable.Steve Douglas [email protected]

ll We spoke with the education department who has guidelines for schools to follow, we spoke to head-masters about certain issues but we are not convinced that all the guidelines are being implemented at the schools that we have received complaints about.

We asked the education depart-ment to comment on our articles and the petition we have launched, what follows is an abridged re-sponse from Katrina Casey, Head of Sector Enablement and Support. She says bullying is a serious and complex issue found throughout society, including in schools and workplaces, and it’s right for all of us to work together to combat it. She confirms that there is a lot of work being done by principals and their

staff to tackle bullying. She says they work hard to support schools by providing resources and practi-cal tools to encourage positive be-haviour change. She says evidence tells us that bullying can be most ef-fectively reduced through preven-tative approaches.

Katrina adds, we have tools and resources to encourage this ap-proach in our guidelines, Bullying prevention and response: A guide for schools, which was updated re-cently by The Bullying Prevention Advisory Group. This group in-cludes Ministry staff, school leaders from the Secondary Principals As-sociation of New Zealand (SPANZ); the New Zealand Principals Fed-eration (NZPF), the Post Primary Teachers Association (PPTA) the New Zealand School Trustees As-sociation, the New Zealand Edu-cational Institute (NZEI) the Chil-dren’s Commissioner, the Human Rights Commissioner, New Zea-land Police, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Health, the Minis-try of Social Development, The Ed-ucation Review Office (ERO), Net-safe and the New Zealand Council of Education Research (NZCER).

These guidelines provide impor-tant information about prevent-ing bullying, how to respond when it does occur and help and advice on developing effective policy and practices. It also has an updated section tackling cyber bullying, which we know is creating new and additional challenges for schools.

Every school has a copy of the guide, and feedback on the useful-ness of it is very encouraging.

We are continuing to work with groups of schools to see what addi-tional support can be developed for them around using the guide. Our Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) initiative promotes positive behaviour among students, help-ing schools manage bullying and disruptive behaviour in the class-room and playground.

With these guidelines in place one wonders why we still hear of children being bullied on a daily basis and teachers giving bad ad-vise, clearly not in line with the rec-ommended guidelines.

Parents who contacted the Post say certain teachers are still telling children to ‘harden-up’, ‘Stand up for yourself, hit back, laugh it off, ig-nore it.’ One parent commented in an email “you can’t legislate away bullying, we all need to work to-gether to stop it.” When speaking to a Principal this morning he said he believes that in his school, at least, the problem is a social media one, cyber bullying outside of school spills over to school and they are struggling to deal with the fall out.

One thing is clear, never stay si-lent, talk to someone, bullying is not OK and if a teacher or Principal or even the Board of Trustees can’t or won’t help you keep on talking about it. Take it all the way to John Key if you have to. We have started a petition which we will continue to share and promote help to all those who are being bullied. Please send us your views.

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Rates transport levy and free-loaders on trains

The new transport levy recently added to Auckland rates bills to pay for a transport funding shortfall, is a painful sting to already rapidly increasing rates bills with Auckland’s out of control housing market.

I recently rode on the train from Papakura to Auckland and back and was shocked at how easy it is to not pay, and noted the majority of people at nearly every station exploiting this.

It is no wonder train patronage levels have shot up to re-cord highs in recent times and park and rides are all full, the provision of ‘free’ public transport is bound to result in this!

Perhaps this is a deliberate act on the part of the council and Auckland Transport to meet the Government’s patron-age target to enable an earlier start on the City Rail Link tun-nel project in which the Government will then provide its half share of the funding?

Unfortunately the ease to be able to ride the trains for free has resulted in a high number of undesirables riding the trains and loitering around stations, with many of the new electric trains all scratched into and defaced with tagging already. Papakura station and many of the others in South Auckland are not safe to be waiting around at.

So it could be asked if a more stringent ticketing system and enforcement were in place, as opposed to the present honesty based system, would a transport levy on rates be needed, or would it need to be so much?

G Edmonds, Drury

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I often get asked what makes a community newspaper so differ-ent from the rest, which is a ques-tion I love answering. I hope this column can give bit of insight in-to how we actually work here at the Post.

Community newspapers help look after the local economy through both advertising and news coverage. They showcase community businesses at a time we need to be shopping locally, in-vesting in the community and pro-tecting local jobs.

Local businesses support oth-er local businesses. Our newspa-per, for example, is offered free to readers because our advertisers, almost all of them local businesses themselves, support it by advertis-ing and trust it to reach their most likely customers.

Without their continued sup-port and valued advertising, we would not be able to be the voice of our community.

As with any other business, we have costs to pay from printing and distribution to wages, and each business, no matter how

large or small, are all stakeholders in our newspaper when it comes to advertising.

As a team, we are extremely passionate and involved in put-ting out a good local newspaper that’s accessible to everyone. This means that at times we are not al-ways available to cover events. Being a small team, locally owned and produced, we cover what we can, when we can, and rely on our awesome Franklin community to help fill in the blanks.

While we cannot guarantee that all the editorial content and pictures that are provided will be printed in the paper, we certain-ly have other means that can as-sist with getting the story or mes-sage across, including our Face-book page and website.

We have some amazing peo-ple in our community. Be sure to check out Michael Johnson and Robbie Ritchie’s recent successes on page three. If you know of an-yone who you believe needs their achievements recognised, please do not hesitate to drop me a line – [email protected]

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The Poor and the Christian - His WordCar Parking in Waiuku

I don’t think retailers should be able to park in the main streets at all. I have not been able to park there ever since we adopted the one way system in Bowen Street. My father, who is nearly 80 years old and still works in Wai-uku, parks at the bottom of town and walks to work. I think that it is a case of laziness actually.

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I really think Waiuku-Ikes would get used to parking wardens. I think that is the only way to solve the problem.

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Robbie Ritchie’s One Dollar Warriors fundraising campaign has taken out an accolade at the recent Pride of New Zealand National Awards.

Held at the Auckland Museum last Thursday night, Robbie was presented with Fundraiser of the Year, after taking out the regional awards earlier this year.

The former Patumahoe resident, who was up against the other finalists from the regional awards, says the accolade is a huge honour.

“We are just blown away by the rec-ognition and the $4000 grant from TSB Bank that was given to us. Just having the publicity to help raise the profile of One Dollar Warriors at the awards is fan-tastic.”

Robbie explained that just being able to attend the awards was worth its weight in gold, as himself and Jacqui were able to meet amazing people and groups.

After his own life-saving surgery, Rob-bie Ritchie owes his life to the kindness of strangers. Now he is giving back, one dollar at a time. Suffering up to 90 grand mal seizures each year, with an artery in

his brain ‘like a balloon about to pop,’ Robbie was told he wouldn’t live past 40.

His one chance to do so would involve travelling to Germany to the only sur-geons who could save him. Within six weeks Mr Ritchie’s colleagues and local community helped raise the $200,000 necessary for the trip and operation.

It was during his recovery that he came up with the idea of One Dollar Warriors, a charity that asks for $1 do-nations towards life-saving operations.

This year alone, the One Dollar War-rior clan has raised just over $280,000 for people who need life-saving care – even if it is outside of New Zealand. Robbie is now asking his ‘warriors’ for advice and suggestions on ways that the $4000 grant can be spent.

“We would like to use the grant to spread the word about One Dollar War-riors and are trying to come up with an exciting way to do that, but we need the public’s ideas or help.”

Waiuku’s Michael Johnson has done it again and taken out a gold medal last Thursday evening in the 10m air rifle standing mixed SH2 at the IPC Shooting World Cup in Sydney.

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ll Johnson nailed a perfect 10.9 on his final shot to win gold with a total score of 211.7, taking him clear of Slo-venia’s Gorazd Tirsek (210.4).

Fellow Kiwis Grant Sharman (625.3), Grant Philip (620.8) and Phillip Skin-ner (617.6) performed well placing 13th, 18th and 25th respectively in the same event.

Earlier in the day Michael also gainedmedal success winning bronze with team mates, Grant Sharman

from Waiau Pa, and Grant Philip, in the R4 10m Air Rifle Standing Mixed SH2 team event. The team delivered a strong performance in a very competi-tive event.

Michael said he found the qualifi-cation round a little tougher than ex-pected and was really happy to make the final.

“To come away with the win was awesome. It felt like the hard work that I have put in with Paralympics New Zealand and High Performance Sport NZ staff is paying off. The competition experience I am gaining here in Syd-ney is a great build up to Rio 2016.”

The New Zealand Para-Shooting team went on to win two gold, two bronze medals and, significantly, one slot for the nation at the Rio 2016 Para-lympic Games.

This time last year, there was only one fatal crash on the roads in Counties Manukau South. Fast for-ward to now and the toll is currently sitting at 13, with speed, alcohol and complacency being high factors in most of the ac-cidents.

Sergeant, Andy Heath, says the results are dis-appointing, especially when majority of the ac-cidents are local people who drive these roads on a regular basis.

“It is the ‘she’ll be right’ attitude. Drivers need to stop and think before getting into their car and just take their time.”

The majority of the fa-talities have been male and have happened in the early hours of the

Another Gold for local paralympic shooter

Waiuku’s Michael Johnson and his loader, Anna Skipper, celebrate his win at the IPC Shooting World Cup in Sydney. Photo: IPC Shooting

Robbie’s campaign scoops Fundraiser of the Year

Speed, alcohol and complacency

morning.“Nearly every single ac-

cident has been the per-fect example of the fatal five factors; speed, alco-hol, motorcycles, seat-belts and youth.

If everyone takes care to avoid involvement in each of these factors we will be driving to survive and ensuring safer jour-neys for all road users.”

Sergeant Andy says

they are currently target-ing this behaviour, and will be looking at drivers that seem distracted.

“I don’t think you re-alise just how awful it is, entering a person’s life to tell them that their loved one has been killed in an accident that could have been prevented.

We are in those people’s lives for just a few min-utes with information

that will devastate them for a life time. It is really awful.”

He also says that to help prevent further acci-dents, the advice is quite simple.

“Be patient, wear your safety belt, drive to the conditions, please be so-ber, put your cell phones away and out of sight and please, be fully licensed and road legal.”

Robbie Ritchie at the Pride of New Zealand National awards. Photo: PrideOfNZAwards

To drop Robbie a line or to share an idea, please visit:www.onedollarwarriors.org.nzor Facebook page: One Dollar Warriors.

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A Night full of Laughter

Where: 336 Hatton Road, Awhitu Peninsula - The Awhitu Presbyterian Church CampWhen: Registration opens at 10am What: The local Awhitu community fundraiser for the benefit of all. Individual entry: $10. Family entry: $40 (2 adults 3 kids or 1 adult 4 kids) kids include college age and younger.

Where: Pukekohe Town HallWhen: Doors open at 7pmWhat: A fundraiser for John Connolly. The gals are back in town for a show you won’t forget. Tickets from $20. Your MC for the evening is Urzila Carlson. Cash bar and pizza available for purchase on the night. Tickets at Top Notch Pukekohe, 28 King St.

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Where: St Andrew’s Church, Waiuku When: 10am - 2pm What: Over 20 stall holders both new businesses and second hand items, bouncy castle, free face painter, sau-sage sizzle, cake stall. Also the first 60 people will receive the most amazing GOODIE bag for FREE! A fun filled day out for the whole family!

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26 September, SaturdayWhere: Room - A302 Faculty of Nursing & Health Studies, Manu-kau Institute of Technology ‘Block A’ South Campus Gate 6, Manukau. When: 8.30am to 7.00pmWhat: International Day of Prayer for all Nurses, Midwives & Students.

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26 September, SaturdayWhere: Buckland SchoolWhat: A special day when the students are able to display their talents and efforts with both indoor (classroom) and outdoor (animal) exhibits. PTA stalls open at 9am. Animal judging commences at 9.30am.

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Epic row in Guinness Book of RecordsWaiuku’s Tara Remington’s epic 4000km row across the Pacific Ocean from Los Angeles to Waikiki last year has made the Guinness Book of World Records.

ll The Waiuku resident, who is a professional teaching fellow at the University of Auckland’s Fac-ulty of Education and Social Work, rowed across the Pacific Ocean from Long Beach, Los Angeles to Waikiki in Hawaii with American Paralympian, Angela Madsen.

The pair left Los Angeles on May 20, 2014, in their 6m mono-hull rowboat the Spirit of Orlando and reached Hawaii on July 21, 2014.

The journey took 60 days, five hours and five minutes to com-plete and is listed in the book as the first team to row the mid-Pa-cific East to West.

The 4000km odyssey raised money for New Zea-land girl Charlotte Cleverley-Bisman. Charlotte lost her arms and legs to men-ingitis as a baby in 2004. Now a ten-year-old, she needs on-going assistance with prosthetic limbs as she grows. Tara first became involved with Charlotte’s charity through the Meningitis Trust in the 2007 Atlantic

Rowing Race, and now her daugh-ter Jade is Charlotte’s pen-pal.

The news came as a huge sur-prise to Tara. She only found out last Friday night when a friend posted a picture of the book on facebook.

“So on Sunday morning, after my son’s soccer game finished, we drove into the city to buy our own copy of the book. I think for me, the most exciting part of be-ing in the book is the permanence of something that still feels a bit surreal. And the Guinness Book of World Records is one of my son’s favourite books to read.”

Tara and Angela coped with the stress of the row by listening to Ki-wi classics like Split Enz, The Topp Twins and Patea Maori Club. Tara even taught Angela the haka.

When they reached Waikiki, Tara ate a cheese pizza to cele-brate after two months of living on two minute noodles. Never one to sit still for long, Tara is now plan-ning to row the Yukon River Quest 2016, with former colleague Dr Airini. The 715km wilderness ad-venture, paddling race is held on the Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City in Canada’s Yukon Territory.

Entering a nationally recognised exhibition as an excuse to meet new people has just seen Sandra Holmes take out the Overall Exhibition Winner at the Marvellous Mosaic National Art Exhibition.


Held in Porirua, the Waiuku resident attended the bi-annual event on Friday, September 11, which for the first time was judged by a fine arts judge.

Around 50 well known artists had pieces on dis-play, with Sandra entering a torso piece, Azul Celeste, and her WW1 ANZAC Commemorative Helmet in the Three Dimensional category.

Not only was Sandra awarded First time Entrant, she took out a further third place in the 3D category and Highly Commended Overall for Anzul Celeste and first place in the 3D Category for the WW1 Hel-met, which went on to claim the Best reflection of New Zealand and Overall Exhibition Winner.

For Sandra, the wins and placings were quite over-whelming.

“I was gobsmacked. I submitted two pieces as an excuse to attend and meet other mosaic artists. I had forgotten it was a national exhibition and that they were judging pieces, as here was little, old, largely self taught me against some of the big names in New Zea-land mosaics.”

Sandra began mosaics only three years ago as a hob-by, after attending a class held at Clarks Beach.

“Tutor, Anne Egan, instilled me with confidence to give it a go and actually play.”

This is the first time Sandra has exhibited any of her work, other than having the WW1 Helmet on display in a Waiuku shop’s ANZAC window display.

“I really wanted to enter in the Franklin Arts Festival, but there was no category for me to enter my mosaic works in to, which was a real shame. I am just glad that

Self taught artist reaps the rewards

I sucked up the confidence to enter this exhibition, as it was well worth the trip.”

After her recent success, Sandra intends to keep her mosaic works as a hobby and creating special, one off pieces for friends, family and the occasional private client commissions.

Sandra Holmes holds one of her winning pieces, the WW1 ANZAC Commemorative Helmet, which took out Overall Exhibition Winner.

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On the early hours of Monday morn-ing two stolen cars were seen driving in Waiuku, one was stopped and two local youths were arrested, the second vehicle got away at the time.

Later that morning a 15 year old youth was located and spoken to. He has since been charged with numer-ous unlawful taking of motor vehicles, attempted unlawful takings, burglary, assault, wilful damage and been re-manded in Child Youth and Family custody. A number of other youths are to be spoken to in relation to the re-cent spate of stolen or broken into cars around town.

You will be aware from a recent ar-ticle in the paper that vehicles now require a permit to driven on Karioi-tahi Beach. This was a surprise to local Police as it was to most locals. These permits can be obtained online at the Auckland Council website or attend-ing one of their offices. They are free and are valid for a year. At this time, I have not been able to establish what the penalty is for driving on the beach without such a permit, but I will advise

you once the Council advise me. What I would say is the beach is a

road and all the rules that apply to driving on the road will still apply to driving on the beach. So you could be fined for having no Warrant of Fitness, not wearing your seatbelt or speeding on the beach. You can be charged driv-ing in a dangerous or reckless man-ner and as one person from Papakura found out last week, you can also be processed for drink driving on the beach.

If you witness poor or dangerous driving behaviour on the beach record details of the vehicle, i.e registration number, description of the driver or if possible take a picture with your phone and report the matter to Police. If the driving behaviour is a risk to public safety at the time, contact Po-lice immediately.

This year leading into summer, Police will be undertaking various ac-tions targeting both the beach and people travelling to and from it to en-sure the safety of all people that use it.

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As Christian Believers, we have prayed about, preached about, talked about the soon return of Jesus Christ and the setting up of his Heavenly Kingdom under his ruler ship, and yet we are right now, actually really living in the very times we have so long talked about as future, well they are now current and “Today.” What will it take to get us from being passive to active and working once more? Here are a few quotes I have collected on this subject to prompt us.

Quote; “All may find something to do. “The poor always ye have with you,” (John 12:8), Jesus said, and none need feel that there is no place where they can labour for Him. Millions upon millions of human souls ready to perish, bound in chains of ignorance and sin, have never so much as heard of Christ’s love for them. Were our condition and theirs to be reversed, what would we desire them to do for us? All this, so far as lies in our power, we are under the most solemn obligation to do for them. Christ’s rule of life, by which every one of us must stand or fall in the judgment, is, “Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them.” Matthew 7:12. 90 {CSA 62}

Quote; “Every year millions upon millions of human souls are passing into eternity un-warned and un-saved. From hour to hour in our varied life, opportunities to reach and save souls are opened to us. These opportunities are continually coming and going. God desires us to make the most of them. Days, weeks, and months are passing; we have one day, one week, one month less in which to do our work. A few more years at the longest and the voice which we cannot refuse to answer will be heard saying, “Give an account of thy stewardship.”

Christ calls upon everyone to consider. Make an honest reckoning. Put into one scale Jesus, which means eternal treasure, life, truth, heaven, and the joy of Christ in souls redeemed; put into the other every attraction the world can offer. Into one scale put the loss of your own soul, and the souls of those whom you might have been instrumental in saving; into the other, for yourself and for them, a life that measures with the life of God. Weigh for time and for eternity. While you are thus engaged, Christ speaks: “What shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?” Mark 8:36. {COL 373-374}

Adapted Quote; Franklyn District: How is it to Be Warned?--There are great Towns and vast Rural Expanses, the inhabitants that have not yet heard the last warning message. How are these to be warned? If the people of God would only exercise faith, He would work in a wonderful manner to accomplish this work. Hear the words of Christ: “If two of

you shall agree on earth as touching anything that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of My Father which is in heaven.” Precious promise! Do we believe it? What marvellous results would appear if the united prayers of this District were to ascend to God in living faith! Jesus stands ready to take these petitions and present them to His Father, saying, “I know these persons by name. Send answers to their prayers; for I have graven their names on the palms of my hands. {Ev 414-415} (Adapted)

“Presenting the Truth in the Franklyn District.--There is need of zeal in the church, and wisdom to manage that zeal. You have made altogether too tame a work of saving souls. If you want to see a work done in Franklyn and the surrounding Districts, you must have a united, irresistible force; press the battle to the gate, and plant the standard firmly, as if you meant that the truth should triumph. The timidity, the cautious movements, have been faithless; there has been little expectation of results. . . .” {Ev 414} (Adapted)

Adapted Quote; “The fact that things move slowly in Franklyn Districts is no reason why the great missionary work shall move slowly to meet man’s habits and customs for fear of surprising the people. They need to be much more surprised than they have hitherto been. The Lord’s business requires haste; souls are perishing without a knowledge of the truth. . . . Caution is needed; but while some of the workers are guarded, and make haste slowly, if there are not united with them in the work those who see the necessity of being aggressive, very much will be lost, opportunities will pass, and the opening providence of God will not be discerned.”--Letter 31, 1892. (Adapted)

Back to the most embarrassing bit in this first Quote; “Were our condition and theirs to be reversed, what would we desire them to do for us? All this, so far as lies in our power, we are under the most solemn obligation to do for them. Christ’s rule of life, by which every one of us must stand or fall in the judgment, is, “Whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them.” Matthew 7:12. 90 {CSA 62}

Does anybody around you, who work with you, or as an employee of yours, know that you are a Christian? How about your neighbours that live close by you, do they know that you are different and serve God? We have this admonition as found in Matthew 5:16 ”Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” What happened to us all? What caused us to stop striving, pressing forwards, marching, fighting; and all those other “Action Words,” that Paul littered his writings with? We all seem to have “gone off the boil” and are not very effective at spreading the Gospel, and often not even living the Holy Life ourselves.

Jeremiah faced the same predicament, and wrote about it in Jeremiah 8:20 “The harvest is past, the summer is ended, and we are not saved.” 2 Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” Dear Reader; the harvest will be past very soon and Revelation 22:11-12 will be announced, how will you and I stand then?

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llAfter instigating the first letter 64 years ago, Ann Thompson has been reunited with her Waiuku pen pal, Pat Jenner, on a recent trip to New Zealand. Ann, who thought she would never actually meet her pen pal, travelled with her husband, David, from Dundee, Scotland, to stay with Pat and her husband Norm on September 12 for a couple of weeks.

“I saw a message in a newsletter looking for pen pals when I was at church group, I must have only been 11 years old at the time. I wrote to a couple of people who were from around the world, and Pat from New Zea-land replied,” says Ann. The two have keep in contact ever since, with this visit being the second time the fel-low writers have seen one another in person.

The first time they met was ten years ago, when Pat won a trip to England through a competition in New Zealand Gardener. “I just couldn’t believe that I had won the trip, so we extended it to make sure that we could meet and spend time with Ann and David,” ex-plains Pat. “I was so nervous and excited. Even though I had been writing to Ann for so long, I still hadn’t actu-ally met her. But when the time came, we began talk-ing straight away and haven’t stopped.”

Pat and Ann have never lost contact, with the both of them sending a letter at least once a month. “We never ran out of anything to talk about and we have always had something in common,” says Ann.

A century for Lilyll Lily May Archer, res-ident of Franklin turns 100 tomorrow. She was born in the Palmerston North area but moved to Naike at the age of ten in 1925, where she met and married Fred-erick Archer; they lived there until 1963. They re-tired from the farm and bought a small block in Bombay. When Fred’s health deteriorated they moved into Pukeko-he. For the last seven or eight years, Lily has been in the Palms Village.A family lunch was held

for her on Saturday with visits from extended family and friends who travelled from as far away as Dunedin, Ash-burton, Wellington and Wanganui to spend time with her. Lily’s grandson, Tim, sang (with the help of family) and there was a short power point pre-sention of Lily’s life and of course a lovely cake which was made and decorated by one of her grand daughters. It was a wonderful family cele-bration and Lily enjoyed every minute.

Ann Thompson of Scotland and Pat Jenner of Waiuku have been pen pals for 64 years, and met for the second time recently.

Pat and Norm have treated the couple from Scot-land to the fantastic sights of Auckland and Rotorua, where Pat originally lived.

“It was so nice to see the area and places that Pat had wrote about all those years ago. I have really enjoyed my trip to New Zealand and am looking forward to our next catch up, whether we come back or Pat travels to Scotland again,” says Ann.

The pen pals have migrated to swapping emails now, however, both agree that there is something so special about receiving a personal letter in the mail, and still send the occasional post card.

A lifetime of letters

ll Rev. Richard Gray, minister of the St Andrews Church, Waiuku, was recently awarded the prestigious “Order of St John (Ostj) by the Rt. Hon. Sir Jerry Mateparae, Governor General of New Zealand.

Nominations for this award are made by any member of St John to the Grand Council, who among other considerations, feel the recipient has shown and aspired to be an ambassador for promoting and encouraging humanitarian and charitable work, aiding those in sickness, suffering and in danger, whilst showing compassion and empathy to one and all. Queen Elizabeth 11, our Sovereign Head, confirms all appointments to the order, as she in her absolute discretion, shall see fit.

Richard began his long association with St John in Puke-kohe as a cadet and is a previous chair of the Invercargill Ar-ea Committee. In 2013, Richard received his 12 year service medal of the Order of St John. This is the only medal still is-sued that retains the image of Queen Victoria facing to the right. The service medal is awarded for efficient service af-ter 12 years and is accorded a place in the New Zealand Or-der of Wear: Orders,Decorations and Medals.

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The wait is over – the highly anticipated Franklin store of the genuine Hunting and Fishing brand is close to opening its doors and owners, Raewyn and John Cook couldn’t be more excited.


ll It has been an 18 month process, but both Raewyn and John say the wait will be well worth it.

John and Raewyn have moved back to Franklin following a five year lifestyle break in Taranaki where they owned and operated a distribution business.

“While we were still based in Taranaki, our son, Aaron, suggested to us to look at invest-ing in a hunting store. After spending some time researching many brands, we realised that there was no other alternative but to go with Hunting and Fishing New Zealand, and even better, to set up in our former home town of Pukekohe,” says Raewyn.

Located between Noel Leeming and Harvey Norman in Pukekohe, the new store is in a prime position and has ample parking for their customers.

Keeping within the rustic theme, the massive 1100m2 premises will boast a variety of latest tackle, shooting gear, a huge selection of outdoor clothing for both men and women, a wide camping range and its very own dive section, with John saying they ‘have made sure there is something in store for everyone.’

The husband and wife team will also have their son, Aaron, as manager, and are currently sourcing local outdoor en-thusiasts to join their team.

“We are trying to keep everything as local. Our builders, who are currently completing modifications and fittings, are all local – we want to support Frank-lin businesses as much as possible,” says Raewyn.

The new Hunting and Fishing Franklin is currently on target for opening on the October 17, and the team are planning to hold a grand opening after Labour week-end.

“This is such an exciting venture for us, one that we are so passionate about. We are really looking forward to meeting the hunters, campers and fishermen of Franklin,” says John.

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The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation came to Waiuku with their Pink caravan, for the first time last Wednesday. Based in the New World car park, Breast Care Nurse, Trish Sole and Nurse Specialist for the Breast Cancer Foundation handed out information and educated women what signs and symptoms to be aware of, to understand their family and lifestyle risk factors, and to know what to do if they have any worries. The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation also encouraged locals to visit the caravan to sign the petition to extend free screening to age 74, up from the current age of 69. For Vanessa Newman (right), a survivor of breast cancer, felt the Pink Caravan was a great initiative, and encourages anyone who missed out on the chance to visit it to contact the Breast Cancer Foundation if they require any information or have any questions.

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Look out for fluffy ducksNow is the time of year to take special care when driving on our country roads near drains and ponds. A clutch of fluffy little ducklings are likely to be crossing. Even in urban areas around parks and ponds, there may be ducks and their off spring on the roads.

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The mallard duck population has established from birds im-ported from England between 1870 and 1930. Acclimatisation Societies bred and released over 30,000 mallards in New Zealand until 1974, by which time they had become the most common waterfowl in the country.

Extensive hybridisation with the native grey duck followed soon after their initial release and the mallard competitively exclud-ed grey ducks from most wet-lands. Because of this interbreed-ing the plumages of New Zea-land’s mallards are highly var-iable, especially

the females, and males in breed-ing plumage are duller and less striking than wild northern hemi-sphere mallards.

Mallard drakes are about 10% larger than females. In breeding plumage, drakes have glossy dark green plumage on their head and neck, separated from the maroon breast by a thin white collar. The back and flanks are pale grey, and the rump and undertail blackish, with curled black upper tail cov-erts. Their bill is yellowish and feet bright orange. Females are dull brown, and have an indis-tinct dark eye-stripe on their face. Females are easily confused with grey ducks.

Hybrids with grey duck are con-fusingly variable in most charac-teristics, especially in face pat-terning of females.

Mallards occur throughout all of New Zealand and on all veg-etated subantarctic islands, Chatham Islands and Kerma-dec Islands and extending to Lord

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cific black duck). Mal-lards utilise a wide range of habitats

from urban streams and public parks to isolated lakes, drains in pastoral areas to most slow flow-

ing rivers, lowland lakes and hydro-dams to alpine tarns, and estuaries. The mallard is a legal game bird that is hunted during the annual May-June shooting season.

• Mallards are mainly found in waters near to human activi-ty but can also be seen on re-mote lakes and headwater rivers.

• They form large flocks in De-cember–March when moult-ing. Although strong fliers, mallards tend stay close to home.

• Mallards are both wetland and dry land feeders. They consume mostly plant mate-rial, including seeds, grains, grasses, clovers, tips of most aquatic plants, bread, and human food scraps.

• Mallard mature rapidly and can breed in their first year.

• They are seasonally monog-amous, with all incubation and duckling care done by the female. Laying mainly oc-curs from late July to Sep-tember, with renesting, if necessary, in October to ear-ly November. In urban are-as, mallards may raise two broods a year. Nests are sit-uated on the ground under cover, seldom far from wa-ter. The clutch of 10-13 pale green eggs hatches after 27-28 days of incubation. The ducklings leave the nest as soon as all are dry, and follow the female closely, though feeding themselves. They fledge at about 7-9 weeks.

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ll Tuakau Kindergarten still has plenty of tickets available for their rubber duck race. For $10 you can help launch one of the 1000 ducks that will race down the Waikato River, after they jump off the bridge, on November 15. The Post has Duck # 200 and hope he has the stamina to surpass the other ducks!The grand prize is $500 and $1000 in cool stuff such as tickets to Kelly Tarl-ton’s, Stardome, Auckland Zoo or petrol vouchers from BP. You can still or-der your tickets from the kindy or online: www.tuakauduckrace.nz. Corpo-rate sponsors have lavishly decorated their much larger ducks like the ANZ Tuakau duck displayed on the right. May the best duck win!

in keeping with the subject of ducks...Seen fundraising at the Eden

Christian Academy gala on Saturday were teacher

Donna Wilson from Tuakau Kindergarten and parent

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New Zealand’s largest indoor expo celebrating our ageing and life over 60. It’s a free event so grab your friends and groups and come along to enjoy all-day entertainment while enjoying the 100 exhibi-tors and refreshments.

The Franklin Integration Project Group has once again been instru-mental in planning Franklin’s tenth an-nual Positive Ageing Expo which is to be held on Friday October 2 between 9.30am and 3.00pm in the Pukekohe Indian Association Hall on Ward Street, Pukekohe. This event is dedicated to older people. It celebrates age and ac-knowledges that older people have full, active, productive and fulfilling lives. Arguably, one of the biggest events of

Over 100 groups on show at Expo!

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its kind in New Zealand with features unique to Franklin.

The Project Group has secured the involvement of most of the groups, individuals, and service organisations that took part in the successful 2014 Expo which saw over 2000 people at-tend the event.

As a visitor will find the largest col-lection of services, groups, clubs, and organisations, dedicated to older peo-ple brought together under one roof, with no charge for admission. Grow-ing older does bring its challenges and the Expo can provide information and advice on a host of services and thera-pies designed to assist older people to cope with those challenges.

It also brings opportunities and peo-ple with time to take on new hobbies, pastimes, or games will find a wide range to choose from and enthusiasts

waiting to sign them up. It is also a very entertain-ing day, with a stage show demonstrating a vari-ety of dance and exercise, designed to promote good balance and muscle strength and to provide healthy social encounters.

So, if you are an older person, know an older person, think that you might one day be an older person, or just wonder what older people get up to, then put Friday aside as the day to find out and come along to discover what is on offer!

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• Exhibitors List •Age Concern CM 23/24 Franklin Lions Clubs 61/62 Pukekohe Tramping Club 60

Alzheimers Auckland 53 Fr. Prostate Cancer S.G. 38 Pukekohe Travel 64

Auck. Council rates 31 Franklin U3A 67/68 Pukekohe Women’s RSA 88

Barfoot & Thompson 89 Franklin Vintage MC EXT RNZFB 54/55

Bay Audiology 9 Fr. Woodturners 90 Ryman Healthcare 12

Buckland Bowling Club 74 Frozen Fresh Ltd. 79 St John Caring Caller 96

Care Importers Ltd. 19 Grahams Funeral Home 7 St John Medical Alarms 96

Communicare Pukekohe 49 Hope Unlimited Trust 30 St John Therapy Pets 96

Counties C. Quilters 91 Huakina Dev. Trust 21 Scootaround 39

CMDHB - Franklin Loc. 14 Independent Living Service 26/27 Selwyn Centres 51

CMDHB - HHC Puke. 13 Living Chiropractic 6 Senior Line 17

CMDHB - MHSOP 16 Maramarua Golf Club 59 Senior Net Papakura 71/72

CMDHB - NASC 15 McCosh Trust 1 Senior Services 25

CMDHB – Warm up 78 Mobility Scooters Man. 5 Sixties Up Movement 65

CM GreyPower 75 NZ Fire Service 36 S.A. Caravan Club 34

CM Home Care Trust 35 NZ Genealogists Fr. 80 Southern Podiatry 2

Cruiseabout Pukekohe 8 NZ Police 37 Stroke Foundation 41

Diabetes Auck/PDSG 29 Onewhero Craft Group 95 Technological Aids Ltd 83

Drive With White Rose 10 Optik Eyecare Puke. 44 Triton Hearing Ltd 18

Enliven PSN 76 Palms Aged Care 32 Tuakau Churches Grp 82

Family Health Pharmacy 20 Ped'l Power 28 Waiuku Red Hatters 77

Fitness League 45 Pindrop Foundation 46 Wandersearch CT 50

Fr.Amateur Radio Club 33 Procare Health Ltd 22 Whanau Resource Ctr 22a

Franklin Art Group 94 Professionals Pukekohe 3 Zepter (Bioptron) 11

Franklin Bridge Club 86/87 Pukekohe Croquet Club 52

Fr. Cake Decorators 73 Puke. Garden Friends 47 White Rose Cars EXT

Fr.Dist. Rural Women 85 Pukekohe Library 84 Schnail Trail EXT

Fr. Family Support Trust 43 Puke. Meals on Wheels 48 Lions Mobility Van EXT

Franklin Health Group 40 Pukekohe Podiatry 57 Quit Bus EXT

Franklin Heritage Forum 81 Pukekohe Probus Clubs 63

Franklin Historical Soc 92/93 Puke Senior Citizens Club 58

Franklin Hospice 42 Pukekohe Stamp Club 69/70

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Franklin Positive Ageing Expo 2015 is the tenth annual event planned and staged by the Franklin Integration Pro-ject, a small, local, registered charity.

It is arguably the largest event of its kind in New Zealand and has a number of unique features. Perhaps the most significant feature, in these days of “user pays”, is that it is totally free – free to participate and free to visit, includ-ing free food and refreshments. This can only be achieved through the generous contributions of all of our sponsors and supporters, in money and perhaps more importantly, in time and effort. The Franklin Integration Project would like to warmly thank all of the organisations, services, clubs, and individuals that make this great event possible.

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Winner of best first-year pasture 2014, Robert Garshaw (left), speaks to competition judge and AgResearch senior scientist, Dr David Hume at the field day held on his Waiuku farm.

Pukekohe Food Forest taking shape

The hunt is on for great pastures

Free land to lure Auckland buyers

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ll Fifteen Franklin Treecroppers and friends, includ-ing children, turned up for Pukekohe’s first food forest planting at the local high school.

The action began with a spot of weeding, then bio-char and dry chicken manure was spread along the rows created for planting. A shelter belt was planted at the far end of the former high school orchard to “show that a multitude of different food trees can fulfill this purpose as well as the traditional monoculture belt,” says organiser John Allen.

Edible trees suitable for a home garden then went in, accompanied by edibles such as miners’ lettuce

The hunt is on for great dairy pastures in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.

ll Entries are now open for the Pasture Renewal Per-sistence Competition run by the DairyNZ-led Pasture Improvement Leadership Group.

Robert Garshaw of Waiuku won the 2014 best first year pasture. The 29 year old manages pasture renewal on the Garshaw family farm. The paddock was initial-ly partof a neighbouring farm which was acquired in 2009 and was severely underperforming. The 1.5ha silt loam paddock is only five metres above sea level. It had very poor drainage, pugging was a constant problem and tractors would leave ruts in winter and spring. “In winter it was almost impassable on foot,” says Robert. Judges in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty competition, run by the DairyNZ-led Pasture Renewal Leadership Group, said the pasture had very high and even clo-ver content with a well-established proven tetraploid.“Decisions such as cultivar and endophyte choice do matter. It’s really important to figure out what works well on your farm and make the most of the establish-ment period,” says Robert.

Farmers can enter in two categories - Waikato/Bay of Plenty first year pasture sown this year and Waikato/Bay of Plenty pasture sown more than three years ago (before May 2012).

Up for grabs are two pasture renewal prize packag-es. The prizes are provided by Agriseeds and Agricom. Judging will involve a short interview about the soil fertility and the paddock’s history prior to and since

If fresh country air and affordable prices aren’t enough to tempt frustrated Aucklanders from the big smoke, now a Waikato developer is offering one lucky buyer the prospect of free land to build on.

ll Purchase a lot in the new Vineyard Road Estate, Te Kauwhata and there is a 1 in 38 chance of winning back the entire purchase price.

“In 12 months time, a supervised draw will refund one lucky buyer their section purchase price in full,” explains Barfoot and Thompson Pukekohe Branch Manag-er, Nick Bates.

Stage one, which is 12 of the total 38 lots, was listed this week and are priced at just $270,000 for a sizable lifestyle section of over an acre. Releases of larger sections will follow through the coming year.

“We want to grab the attention of people considering a lifestyle move with an offer that just has to be considered.”

Listings and sales in the North Waikato town have been increasing over the last year, particularly as Aucklanders look to invest outside the city for lifestyle and price reasons.

Nick says the Vineyard Road Estate lo-cation, being midway between Auckland and Hamilton, is ideal for those looking to escape the hot Auckland market, but still have the option to commute to nearby cit-ies for work.

“You don’t have to go as far as Huntly or Hamilton to get the best of both worlds.”

Hamilton and Manukau are around 40 minutes’ drive and Auckland City can be reached in just under an hour outside of peak times.

and wild strawberries. Apples, apricots, peaches, pears, chestnuts, blueberries now stand alongside existing citrus trees and kiwi fruit vines.

Mr Allen says the food forest is a learning and demonstration project aimed at the local community and mo-re volunteers would be welcomed.

re-sowing. Management practices such as grazing management, endophyte se-lection, weed control, and nitrogen usage will be discussed.

Entries are open until October 24 with judging held during November. Winners’ field days will be held early December 2015.

For more information on the competition or to receive an entry form, call the DairyNZ Farmer Information Service on 0800 4 DAIRYNZ (0800 4 324 7969) or register online at www.dairynz.co.nz.

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Osborne’sFor Sale

Leonie Gillott0274 985 722

Marleen Ohms0274 483 528

Ray Lever021 951 082

Brian Barrett 0272 412 781

Kim-Maree Osborne 0274 919 205

WAIUKU Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Stage 2 selling now

A superior residential subdivision, great building sites, close to township. Stage 1 sold out. Now selling Stage 2 from $260,000. Only 4 left. ID osbs429

RESIDENTIAL

WAIUKU Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Desirable lifestyle sections $330,000This is a great opportunity to build your dream home down r.o.w just on the outskirts of town. Only one left so be quick. Power, phone and town water to site. Call today for a section plan. Covenants apply. ID osbf734L7

WAIUKU Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Only one left $285,000Nestled down a quiet right of way, there is plenty of scope for building your dream home. Situated in an established area of the Waiuku township. ID osbs548

WAIUKU Marleen Ohms 0274 483 528

Hidden secret $465,000This secret has been unleash and is here to be sold, water views from your deck and a short stroll to the water’s edge, handy to the local boat ramp. Situated at Matakawau, approx 20 minute drive from Waiuku town centre. 3 brms open plan living with single internal gge, carport and a sep dble gge for small boat and tractor. Ph Marleen to arrange a viewing. ID osbh869

ORUA BAY Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

Lifes a beach $PBNThis hidden section at Orua Bay is accessible at low tide and would suit a 2 bedroom designer batch or home. This 921sqm property includes a cliff face and native trees. On the section is a shed and water tank. With the waters edge at your door step this property has amazing views. ID osbs557

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WAIUKU Marleen a/h 09 235 0070, 0274 483 528

Funky little shack $510,0002HA with ½ in native bush. Excellent building site with amazing views. Double garage with granny flat. Some work is required to finish this granny flat off, then you can make a start on your dream home. Power and phone to the site as well as a sleep out. ID osbf766

WAIUKU Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Extended family extended space $849,000Main house consisting of 3 double bedrooms - one with ensuite. In addition there is also an attached sep 1 bedroom unit with its own bathroom & kitchenette. Set on elevated 1512m2 site with triple car garaging. Desirable Bay View Drive. ID osbh859

WAIUKU Marleen 0274 483 528

Modern brick & tile $550,000Set down a private ROW with 3 houses, this modern DW Built home has 3 double bedrooms semi en-suite with open plan living. This property is very tidy inside and out with neutral colours throughout. Handy to Waiuku College and Waiuku Medical centre. This property is currently tenanted. Phone Marleen to arrange a viewing. ID osbh871

WAIUKU Ray a/h 09 235 8599, 021 951 082

Original Homestead Farm $1,295,000An original 3 bedroom villa sitting on a North facing plateau with amazing Northern rural views and 66 Acres. Situated between 2 roads with an additional pole Barn & enclosed storage shed, this property is currently grazing beef. Previous production has included 90 round bales & 1000 squares. This is only the second time in a century that this desirable property has come on the market. Located 9.5km from Waiuku Super Value. Positive GST implications for perspective purchasers. Well worth viewing. Call Ray today. ID osbf772

WAIUKU Marleen 0274 483 528

Lifestyler $875,00018 acres set into 14 paddocks approx. 7 minutes from Waiuku. Currently grazing sheep, goats, horses & alpacas. Triple car gge with plenty of other shedding for animals & feed. House has 4 bdrms, ensuite. Modern kitchen & bthrm with new carpet throughout. Ph Marleen to arrange a viewing. ID osbf765

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18 acres set into 14 paddocks approx. 7 minutes from Waiuku. Currently grazing sheep, goats, horses & alpacas. Triple car gge with plenty of other shedding for animals & feed. House has 4 bdrms, ensuite & modern kitchen & bthrm with new carpet throughout. Ph Marleen to arrange a viewing. ID sbf765Marleen 0274 483 528

Lifestyler $875,000WAIUKU

Ray 021 951 082

Developer’s dream $PBN + GST (if any)78.5 acres with 16 existing titles situated on the water’s edge. Existing paper roads on site and just 14km from Waiuku near an all tide boat ramp. Currently running as a grazing block, it comes complete with an existing farmhouse and ancillary buildings which would be beneficial for developer’s machinery. First time on the market in 100 years. This is a MUST-SEE for developers, so call now for details and information packs. ID osbf769

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Huntley brick home, handy to motorway!

Home owners need apply $319,0004 bedrooms with rural outlook has just hit the market handy to the motorway making commuting a dream. This Huntley brick home is situated in a the very popular Meremere village which has a whole lot to offer with Primary school, preschool, Dairy, Church, New community hall, tennis courts and so much more. Face lift was completed a year ago. Great size section 840m2 full fenced gives parent peace of mind. Rental appraisal at 350pw. Doesn’t Christmas at your new home sound great. ID osbp375

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Commuting easier ever!

Big house little price tag $329,000This is a great family home offering 4 bedrooms with rural outlook handy to the motorway making commuting a dream. This Huntley brick home is situated in a the very popular Meremere village which has a whole lot to offer with Primary school, preschool, Dairy, Church, New community hall, tennis courts and so much more. A face lift just over a year ago, sees new carpet, upgraded kitchen, toilet and vanity, painted and new wallpaper. Great size section 878m2. Tenanted 300pw rental appraisal of 350pw. ID osbp376


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Building for sale $PBN1 building which currently has 3 tenants. Situated right in the heart of Waiuku town centre and close to the Manukau Inlet. Motivated vendors would like to move on to other ventures. Phone Marleen to discuss further. ID osbb010

COMMERICAL

Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Extended family, extended space $849,000Main house consisting of 3 double bedrooms - one with ensuite. In addition there is also an attached sep 1 bedroom unit with its own bathroom & kitchenette. Set on elevated 1512m2 site with triple car garaging. Desirable Bay View Drive. ID osbh859

WAIUKUNEW LISTING

WAIUKU Ray 021 951 082

Larger lifestyle $625,000 + GST (if any)5kms from town is a 8.0937ha 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 osbf749

NEW LISTING

To be filled

Osborne’sFor Sale


Commuting easier ever!

Big house little price tag $329,000This is a great family home offering 4 bedrooms with rural outlook handy to the motorway making commuting a dream. This Huntley brick home is situated in a the very popular Meremere village which has a whole lot to offer with Primary school, preschool, Dairy, Church, New community hall, tennis courts and so much more. A face lift just over a year ago, sees new carpet, upgraded kitchen, toilet and vanity, painted and new wallpaper. Great size section 878m2. Tenanted 300pw rental appraisal of 350pw. ID osbp376


MEREMERENEW LISTING


Building for sale $PBN1 building which currently has 3 tenants. Situated right in the heart of Waiuku town centre and close to the Manukau Inlet. Motivated vendors would like to move on to other ventures. Phone Marleen to discuss further. ID osbb010

COMMERICAL

Leonie a/h 09 235 9961, 0274 985 722

Extended family, extended space $849,000Main house consisting of 3 double bedrooms - one with ensuite. In addition there is also an attached sep 1 bedroom unit with its own bathroom & kitchenette. Set on elevated 1512m2 site with triple car garaging. Desirable Bay View Drive. ID osbh859

WAIUKUNEW LISTING

WAIUKU Ray 021 951 082

Larger lifestyle $625,000 + GST (if any)5kms from town is a 8.0937ha 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 osbf749

Huntley brick home, handy to motorway!

Home owners need apply $319,0004 bedrooms with rural outlook has just hit the market handy to the motorway making commuting a dream. This Huntley brick home is situated in a the very popular Meremere village which has a whole lot to offer with Primary school, preschool, Dairy, Church, New community hall, tennis courts and so much more. Face lift was completed a year ago. Great size section 840m2 full fenced gives parent peace of mind. Rental appraisal at 350pw. Doesn’t Christmas at your new home sound great. ID osbp375


MEREMERENEW LISTING

BOXES 1 – 12 – Sponsorship write up as discussed with Emma

WAIUKU Donna-Marie 027 527 0090, Marleen 0274 483 528

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 supermarket 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

NEW LISTINGWAIUKU Donna-Marie 027 527 0090, Marleen 0274 483 528

Bare land no covenants Offers over $425,000Prime block of land of 4000sqm (more or less) on the main Road between Waiuku and Pukekohe, waiting for title. This bare block of land will make a beautiful place to build your dream home or you can relocate your dream to this site, stunning rural views with a few mature trees and two beautiful palm trees at the entrance. ID osbs561

NEW LISTING

Franklin Parents Centre is the local branch of the national Parents Centre, who run antenatal and various parent education classes which help families with children up to the age of three years. They believe parenting is everything and are involved in supporting families with young children in the Franklin community wherever possible. The Franklin Parents Centre were fortunate to be one of the recipients of the Osborne Realty Community Funding scheme. The money was put to very good use through their annual clothing drive. While this was the second year that they have run this initiative, it was the first time the Franklin Parents Centre have had such funding to enable them to purchase new items of bedding and clothing to go into

these packages. “We called for members of the community to donate clothing, bedding, toys and dis-posable nappies and we were able to use the Osborne’s sponsorship to purchase items to put together the 120 clothing packages for new babies. This was 40 more packages than the previous year,” says Antenatal Coordinator, Kym Maynard.The packages included at least 10 items of clothing, blankets or sheets, disposable nappies, a toy and a combination of other donated items. “These were then donated to Franklin families in need through the local materni-ty hospital, local midwives, Waiuku Family Support Services. We began in July and we still have packages that we are distributing through to all of the agencies as they need

Community Funding well received

The Franklin Parents Centre were fortunate to be one of the recipients of the

Osborne Realty Community Funding scheme. The money was put to

very good use through their annual clothing drive. ”

them,” says Kym.Osborne Realty’s support did not stop at monetary spon-sorship. They acted as a local drop off point for the donated items, which made it easier for local people to donate and gave the Parents Centre a huge boost in the number of items donated. The Franklin Parents Centre are incredibly grateful for the support they have received from the team at Osborne Realty, and would like to offer a huge thank you for all that they have done for the group.

Opposite the Golf course

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ll The sun smiled for Tuakau’s clean-up ac-tion on Sunday morning and participants hauled trailers of rubbish off the town’s streets.

Carl came all the way from Port Waikato to help and participate in the tree planting.

He was involved in similar actions while he lived in Australia. He gathered rubbish from Harrisville and Barnaby Roads.

The clean-up action attracted families as well as groups of people who were assigned a partic-ular road or stretch of road to collect rubbish.

The Kea Sea Scouts for example took care of the John Lightbody Reserve as well as the Batkin Re-serve, while the Lions

wandered up and down River Road. Cars tow-ing trailers drove up and down the main roads to collect the bags of rub-bish.

From 11.30am the clean-up crew changed their hats to become tree planters, an activity popular with many kids.

Teens Caitlyn and Vicky said they turned out “to help the commu-nity”.

Four year old Toby dug holes, planted trees and filled the holes around the trees in, together with his dad.

The young sea scouts also planted many trees and shrubs. And as soon as the tree planting ac-tion started the heavens opened, but the heavy rain did not deter the participants who plant-ed fruit trees as well as natives trees.

Tuakau Clean-up and planting day popular with kids

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Waiuku - 84 Kitchener Road

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View Open home Sunday 1-1.30pmBill Harcombe 0272 026 839 (09) 295 2417View Open home Sunday 1-1.30pmBill Harcombe 0272 026 839 (09) 295 2417

An Exciting Investment Opportunity In the rapidly expanding Waiuku area this nicely refurbished building of 254m2 converted into a roomy two double bedroom home with two bathrooms a pyroclassic wood burner and modern facilities on a 1012m2 section with excellent development potential right in the middle of town WKU 20916

Waiuku 88 Queen Street

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View Sunday 1:00 - 1:45pm 13 Kent Streetwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20902Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct (09) 295 2415

View Sunday 1:00 - 1:45pm 13 Kent Streetrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20902Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 direct (09) 295 2415

Two Homes... plus Subdividable Site!! Ideal investors or extended families, a lovely old 4 bdrm villa in need of refurbishment plus modernised 2 dble bdrm cottage. Combined rental appraisal of $730.00 per week. Council approved subdividable site almost completed. Offers wanted!!

Waiuku by neg

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View Sunday 2:00 - 3:00pm 17 Riverside Drivewww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20919Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 (09) 295 2415

View Sunday 2:00 - 3:00pm 17 Riverside Driverwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20919Robyn Ward 0274 908 151 (09) 295 2415

Sparkling Water Views Fantastic outlook over estuary and park reserve. A well maintained three double bedroom brick and tile classic yet with some quirky retro touches. Ideal for buyers looking for a safe and stress free environment.

Waiuku $599,000

Open Home

Wendy Cowper 0211180118 [email protected] rwwaiuku.co.nz/WKU20886Wendy Cowper 0211180118 [email protected] rwwaiuku.co.nz/WKU20886

Lifestyle Living - Home Plus Income $899,000 A magnificent piece of property with manicured gardens. A 230m2 4 bdrm, character home on 5 hectares has native bush, fenced paddocks, stream, views, with 100 olive trees. Double garage with work room. Owner claims a micro climate here based on the sunlight and terrain. Only 7 mins. to Waiuku.

Te Toro

View by appointment rwwaiuku.co.nz/WKU20821Wendy Cowper 021 118 0118 [email protected]

View by appointment rwwaiuku.co.nz/WKU20821Wendy Cowper 021 118 0118 [email protected]

This 95m2 3 bdrm brick home (Master with semi-ensuite) with open plan kitchen, dining and living room is practically new. Double glazed windows, close to school, boat ramp and reserve. North facing with a peep of the sea, on a 2,500m2 section in a brand new Sergeant Height Subdivision.

Matakawau Point Beach $429,000

View by appointmentWKU20811Bill Harcombe 0272 026 839 09 295 2417Wendy Cowper 0211180118

View by appointmentWKU20811Bill Harcombe 0272 026 839 09 295 2417Wendy Cowper 0211180118

Pollok Magnificent views -This could be you, build your dream home here! Around 15 minutes from Waiuku Township & 10 minutes to Matakawau store and all coastal beachs close by. Phone today to view LOT 2 10532m2

Excellent House Site $345,000

WKU20066Bill Harcombe 0272 026 839 (09) 295 2417Wendy Cowper 0211180118 (09) 2352940


Extensive Views of the Tasman Build your dream home on this 6000+sqm section - ocean views, private and surrounded by open farmland. Only 10kms from Awhitu District School at Matakawau. Outstanding 360deg views from the building siteYou must view to appreciate the surrounding area. Call now!

Manukau Heads $299,000

View Sat-Sun 1:00-2:00 18 Cemetery Roadwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20918Scott Brocas 021 039 3458 (09) [email protected]

View Sat-Sun 1:00-2:00 18 Cemetery Roadrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20918Scott Brocas 021 039 3458 (09) [email protected]

Two dwellings one half acre title. Large family? Or investing? This property’s for you with 5 bedrooms spread over two dwellings on a spacious 2127m2 section. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity, call today.

Waiuku $620,000

New Listing

Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 (09) 295 [email protected] Tompkins 0274 777 747 (09) 295 [email protected]

Lovely 2 double bedrooms unit with modern kitchen, internal access garage and spacious sunny gardens. Ideal first home or investment. View on the internet atrwwaiuku.co.nz WKU20912

Waiuku 69B Hamilton Drive.



1.4103 hectares bare block (approx 3.485 acre) Tucked away from the main road on a no exit road is this 14103m2 bare block with magnificent views of the Manukau Harbour. View by appointment .Great to build your new home.Enjoy living in the country.

Manukau Heads $360,000

View by appointmentwww.rwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20037Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 (09) 295 [email protected]

View by appointmentrwwaiuku.co.nz /WKU20037Larry Tompkins 0274 777 747 (09) 295 [email protected]

Manukau Harbour Views Subdivision 3 Prime rural sections left in Stage 1. Lots 2 & 3 @ $235,000 and Lot 4 $300,000. Section sizes from 2,635sqm.

Matakawau Point Sections

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For more information please call Angela on 0800 100 024

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MOBILITY SCOOTERS MANUKAUWe service Auckland, Papakura, Pukekohe, Waiuku.

We sell new and used machines.We can provide finance to approved buyers.

Repairs and service to most makes and models.Hire scooters available also.

www.mobilityscootersmanukau.co.nzor phone Graeme on

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See us at Franklin Positive

Aging Show October

this year.

Enjoy the fellowship, new friends and the opportunity to expand your interests.

A club for Active retirees

See us at the expo or call Paul: 238 7702 for further information.

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The Franklin Integration Project is very grateful to the Auckland Council and the Franklin Local Board for the grant from the Local Board Event Fund.

The Project Group is a small Charitable Trust, totally dependent upon grants and donations to stage the Expo and therefore support of this magnitude is hugely impor-tant and appreciated.

The Lions also do a great job of volun-teering on the day and add to the success of the event.

What makes this event so unique is that the Expo is free for visitors and the exhibi-tors alike, creating a great opportunity for groups and people to get together to share ideas and try something new.

All families are welcome - A great inter generational day that can be enjoyed by all members of the family. Lots of check-ups, heaps of

information and great entertainment!

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Annual Subs: Full Playing Member - $140 • Non Playing Member - $25

• Casual Member - $85. Roll-ups on Wednesdays and Saturdays plus

Social events such as Melbourne Cup and Twilight bowls. Coaching and bowls are available, all you

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• Some Highlights from last year •

Jo Kelly was manning the stand

for the Stroke Foundation, which has been a regular

attendee at the Franklin Ageing

Expo since the event began ten years ago.

See them again in action this year at

Stand 41.

The Franklin Ageing Expo last year boasted over 100 stands and displays as well as free entertainment, transport options for local residents and home baking from members of the Pukeko-he RSA Ladies’ Committee, this year’s Franklin Ageing Expo is bound to be an-other success.

Visitors to last year’s Expo said there were bigger crowds than in previous years, and those who attended also ar-rived earlier, meaning the Pukekohe Indian Hall was filled with enthusias-tic older people soon after the official opening at 9.30am.

The expo is designed to showcase the activities and groups available for sen-iors in the Franklin region, and it certainly did that, with something for every taste, whether it was quilt making, tramping, education, woodturning or more. There was a variety of health-related stands as well, providing free information for aged care and general health, and a steady flow of local entertainers kept the stage alive and the music flowing as people mingled, chatted and enjoyed the event, which is among the biggest of its kind in the country.

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Over 65 and want to come but don’thave access to transport?Dial White Rose Cars on 238 9728 todiscuss free transport

On the Franklin Health Group display were Lindy Bingham, Tamara Bennett and Caroline Lawrence.

Red Hatters Vicki Haines and Elaine

Baldwin were a colourful duo in 2014.

The linedancerskept the crowds

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Billy Frazer off to Italy

Young up-and-coming Pukekohe karter Billy Frazer heads to Italy early next month to represent New Zealand at the big ROK Cup International Final meeting at Lonato between October 14 and 17.

ll The international final is an annual event for drivers from ROK (engine) cat-egories from up to 20 different countries, with Frazer earning his place thanks to top performances in the Vortex Mini ROK class here.

At Easter the 12-year-old KartSport Mt Wellington Club member finished sec-ond in class at the annual Sprint Nation-als in Palmerston North.

Then in June he won his class and was part of ACG Strathallan’s winning Pri-mary/Intermediate team at the Auck-land Schools’ championship meeting.

He was also named top male rising star at the Counties Manukau Papaku-ra Sports Awards.

To prepare properly for the ROK Cup meeting Frazer and father Jim will trav-el to Italy a fortnight before the meet-ing and contest a round of Italy’s Bridge-stone SuperCup series at the Lonato cir-cuit the weekend before.

There they will meet up with the team that will host them at both events, Ward Racing from Sweden.

To give his son the best possible chance Frazer’s father Jim and KartSport Mt Wellington Club colleague Mike Crawford have concerntrated on rais-ing funds for the trip and Jim says he has a number of local companies to thank.

“We’re still actively canvassing to cov-er the cost of the trip and I’d like to ac-knowledge the support we have already received from the Giltrap Group, Total Access, Manson Construction, Custom Residential, Neil Allport Motorsport and the KartSport New Zealand/Motul NZ travel fund.

Dane Harte our engine builder has al-so been a great help.”

Is MIT’s motorsport course for you?Keen on motorsport or enjoy tinkering with cars? Perhaps MIT’s motorsport training on Manukau Rd in Pukekohe is for you.


You will join the ranks of esteemed motorsport personalities like Shane van Gisbergen, Simon Evans, Andrew Waite and Brock Maskovich, who are all past students of this course.

The course offers en-try level trade training designed for the school leaver. At the end you re-ceive a Certificate in Au-tomotive Engineering level 3. The course runs three days a week for 34 weeks. Besides that stu-dents need 300 hours of work experience to com-plete their certificate. “We encourage them to find a job for two days a week,” says programme leader motorsport Tre-vor Hennessy.

The programme takes students through five key trade areas: auto-motive mechanical, au-tomotive electrical, fab-rication, motor body repair and panel and paint. “From day one they get involved in the

construction of a Honda Civic race car as a team. If they finish the course and their attendance, paperwork and practi-cal work are up to date, they get to race this car on a track,” says Mr Hen-nessy.

The next course be-gins in February 2016. Crucial in acceptance is an interview, where ap-plicants find out what is on the programme, and any misconceptions are dealt with.

The course provides entry level into the in-dustry and is universally accepted as such. Over the ten years the course has been running in Pukekohe students have built 52 Honda Civic race cars.

Interested school leavers can come and have a look. “We’ll give them the tour, explain what to expect and giv-en an application form,” says Mr Hennessy. “If they want to they can come and run alongside us for a few days to get a real feel of what is go-ing on.”

For more info on the course visit:

www.manukau.ac.nz (search for Pukekohe motorsport) or ring Tre-vor on 238 7931to make an appointment.

Snapper are likely to be congregating in deep water off the West Coast, fish have been caught in the 60 to 65m depth right through winter.

From now until mid December, more and bigger fish will turn up and they will be hungry, trying to put on as much condition as they can before spawning time comes. I can’t wait, but wait I must because I’ll want good conditions before heading out to sea. Spring weather is frustratingly unpredictable but the opportunities will arise and you’ll get your chance. I guess the bottom line is that it’s not worth putting yourself or your crew in danger if the weather is not at its best.

Meanwhile the harbour is relatively quiet, although there are still gurnard around, they are doing a great job of avoiding hooks. Trevally can also be caught, especially up on the banks on an incoming tide. Light gear, a small piece of pilchard on a 4/0 hook and the smallest sinker you can manage will give you a good chance.

Scallops are improving and many already have well developed roe, remember the limit is 20 per person and the minimum size is 100mm.

Take care, Smudge


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Services• Batteries • Thrusters - Bilge pumps• Toilet systems • Electronics• Alternators and charging systems• Communications • Inverters• VHF testing• Shore Power leads (test and tag) • Entertainment and sound systems

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Cameron Lamont, Lanita Elliston-Boyes and 12 other students will be heading off to Zambia and Botswana on a one month trip with the organisation World Challenge, to participate in all kinds of experiences.

They organised a fundraiser for their extraordinary trip, which had New Zealand fishing celebrity, Matt Watson (centre), come out to the Waiuku College hall at end of August to talk and share his experiences.

The fundraising event was very successful and everyone who attended appeared to have a great time. Counties Sport Fishing Club wishes Cameron, Lanita and their other fellow students all the best on their trip to Africa.

Matt Watson hookedby World Challenge

For more information or to find out about becoming a member, visit our website:

www.csfc.co.nz

CountiesSports Fishing Club - A.G.M

Club meeting 30 September 7.30pm

Kentish Hotel

Clevedon/Counties interclub challenge

17/18th October

5 simple rules to help you stay safe:

Before you go boating on our seas, lakes and rivers, get familiar with New Zealand’s Boating Safety Code. Five simple rules will help you to stay safe, no matter what kind of boat you use.

1. Life Jackets: Take them – Wear them. Boats, especially ones under 6m in length, can sink very quickly. Wearing a life jacket increases your survival time in the water.

2. Skipper Responsibility: The skipper is responsible for the safety of everyone on board and for the safe operation of the boat. Stay within the limits of your vessel and your experience.

3. Communications: Take two separate waterproof ways of communicating so we can help you if you get into difficulties.

4. Marine Weather: New Zealand’s weather can be highly unpredictable. Check the local marine weather forecast before you go and expect both weather and sea state changes.

5. Avoid Alcohol: Safe boating and alcohol do not mix. Things can change quickly on the water. You need to stay alert and aware.

Make sure your boat is properly and regularly maintained, has the right safety gear on board and if it has a motor, that it has sufficient fuel.

Boating Safety Code - Know Before You Go

You should not expect good mobile phone coverage in remote areas. For emergency communications a marine VHF radio is recommended. Use channel 16 for emergencies.

406MHz distress beacons can be hired or bought. Visit beacons.org.nz

For more information about safe boating education and how to prepare for your boating experience, visit: adventuresmart.org.nz

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LocaL sports, sociaL and cuLturaL groups

goLFWaiuku golf club

phone: (09) 235 9489 * E: [email protected]

suMMEr spEciaL $250 sep - March (inclusive)

Lions

Waiuku Lions are ordinary men and women from all walks of life who are united in our desire to make a difference by contributing our personal time and talents

to fundraise and help our local community. Our motto is “We Serve”. The Waiuku Lions Club meetings are held on Monday evenings in the Lions Station on Belgium Street. These are the 2nd Monday of the month for business meetings

and 4th Monday of the month for dinner meetings which are less business, and more fun! Potential members are always welcome to attend these meetings.

Waiuku Lions

To find out how you can be a part of this great club, contact:Nick Herrold on 235 8794 , or email: waiukulionsclubs.org.nz

or look us up on Facebook under ‘Waiuku Lions’.

KaratECOUNTIES SHOTOKAN

KARATE

Phone Ray Irving: 021 115 9380

Men - Women - Children - All Ages. Excellent Self Defence, Fitness, Discipline (Traditional Okinawan Weapons, Sai Bo, Tonfa).

Dojos in: Pukekohe - Waiuku - Drury - Maraetai - Rotorua - Whakatane - Hokitika - Westport - Sri Lanka - Germany

BadMintonWaiuku Evening Badminton

Thursday Evenings 7pm-9pmat the Waiuku College Hall

For ages 16 and over$2 per person

Come and join in for a fun evening and make some new friends.

Racquets available if you don’t have your own.For more info contact Wilma on

021 169 2561 or Moka 021 166 9674

Notice to members their guests and affiliates JoinNow

4 Victoria aVe, waiuku • pH 235 9131 • dining 235 8995WWW.WAiukuCOSSiE.CO.nz ** nEW MEMBERS WELCOME **

We offer dining for all occasions A la Carte, Buffets, Counter Meals, Bistro, BBQ

Special occasions Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays large or small

Venue for Hire $25 per hourCommunity van available

Lounge Bar • Large Sports Bar • 1 x Full TAB with the latest technology, 2 x self servicing betting pods

• Super 10ft TV screen • Entertainment every Thursday evening members night

Sporting Sections: Indoor/Outdoor bowls, Snooker, Darts, Euchre, Golf, 8 Ball, Axemen, Fishing

Mahjong, Netball, Soccer, Touch Rugby. All Sports viewed in the downstairs Gumboot bar

THuRSDAyS - Lucky Members Draw • FRiDAyS - Handle Club • SATURDAY - Great Racing Afternoon

Membership forms available from our club or website.Give us a ring on 235 9131 for more information

EntErtainMEnt

Classes for Preschool to AdultsSchool and Preschool group bookings available

Recreation & Competitive programmesBooking essential

Gate 2, 58 Station Road, Pukekekohe09 238 8290 [email protected]

www.franklingymsports.co.nz

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Bistro Restaurant, Gaming Machines, Members Draws,

Raffles, TAB facilities, Big Screen Sports Viewing & Regular Entertainment.

New Members always welcome 16 Carr Street, Tuakau

(09) 236 8296

BoWLs

‘Have A Go’ on the afternoon of Sunday 18th October 1pm - 4pm

Come & enjoy, Bowls are provided Club Days Wednesdays & Saturdays, start 9am

Friday Twilight Bowls starts on 13th Novemberat 5:45pm

For enquiries call Jan 232 0167

CLARKS BEACH BOWLING CLUB

cricKEtLate registrations for

2015/16 Season:Thurs 01st October

Any queries please contact: Pete Lovett 021 275 4337

6 - 7pm Clubrooms Massey Park.We have teams available for all age groups

and abilities from Year 1 to Premiers.For more info see our facebook page:

Waiuku District Cricket Club

Fun, friendship or fitness - get involved!

Becoming a member of a social or sports club in and around the Franklin area holds numerous benefits.

The most obvious of these is that it is an arena in which to make new friends. Some people find that meeting new peo-ple can be difficult when they tend to regularly interact with the same group of people.

Social clubs can help with this problem as they provide a relaxed environment with others who are equally as eager to form new acquaintances. This can also be a great way to make new friends if you have recently relocated to the area.

Sports clubs in Franklin cater for practically every sport imaginable, whether it be traditional winter sports, or indoor sports and fitness groups which provide an outlet for health without having to battle the inclement weather of the mid-year period.

Most social clubs have a focus on event nights and group activities, meaning they are also a great way to learn a new hobby. Traditional social club nights include sporting activi-ties, fashion nights, trivia, getaways, comedy, live music and dinners. There is something for almost everybody and events are arranged for you, meaning that you can avoid any organi-sational stress – all you have to do is show up.

Belonging to a social club normally comes with member-ship benefits such a discounts at some local businesses and restaurants. You will also be introduced to new things and it can be a great way to leave your comfort zone.

If you have a busy lifestyle, a social club can be a great way to let off some steam!

girL guidEsLeaders WantedFrOM Age 17 uPWArdSIf you are interested in leadership, adventure, fun, the outdoors, serving your community & want to share this with our girls aged from 5 to 18 ...

then we want to hear from you!

Waiuku district Coordinator:Raewyn Johnston - Ph. 027 285 3629Pukekohe district Coordinator: Catherine Pollock - Ph. 09 236 3856


RACINGWaiuku Dirt Track Club Inc29th Nov - Gala Day / Practice13th Dec - Points17th Jan - Points31st Jan/1st Feb - Points and Waiheke Visiting14th Feb - Points28th Feb - Points13th March - Points20th March - Points10th April - Rain Off

For more info please contact Owen Bottomley (President) 021 784 142or Email: [email protected] • www.waiukudirttrack.co.nz

ROTARY WAIUKUWe are neighbours, community leaders, and global citizens uniting for the common good. With you, we

can accomplish even more. Connect with leaders from all countries, cultures and occupations. Explore

Rotary-The heart of Rotary is our Clubs dedicated people who share a passion for both community

service and friendship. Rotary brings together great minds from nearly everywhere in the world.

To enquire about being part of this friendly, diverse group, and coming one evening to check

us out, please contact Ron on: (09) 235 5341 or Don (09) 235 8366

or email: [email protected]

ROTARY

WOODTURNERS

The Franklin Woodturners Club Inc consists of a group of people who

enjoy woodturning & working with wood. Everyone is invited to come and have a look at what we do. The Club meets every Thursday at 7pm

during the school term.

Franklin Woodturners club Inc

For more Information or to join our club Contact Norm Jenner

on 235 7657

Waiuku Tennis ClubTENNIS

For more info please contact:Seniors: Jon Taylor Tel: 235 7286, 021 153 9285

Juniors: Rod Macgregor Tel: 235 7578, 021 163 3883

Like us on Facebook

* Junior Registration: Thur 17th & Fri 18th Sept: 4:30pm* Senior Club Night: Every Tues 6:30pm from 15th Sept

Junior Opening Night: Fri 16th Oct: 4:30pmHoliday Program: 29th Sept - 2nd Oct

TENNISCYPERUS TENNIS

Group or Private Sessions, Juniors & AdultsBeginners, Juniors, Adults. Group coaching, private

sessions, stringing. Guidance for competing & touring players.

Holiday Clinic Sep 28 to Oct 1 • Term 4 sessions start Oct 12Based in Pukekohe / Manukau

Contact: Darren (Club Professional / ITF level 2)021 870 978 or [email protected]

RAILWAYJOIN

and be a part of Franklin’s premier tourist attraction

• Operating the railway • Mechanical & Engineering maintenance • Public Interaction

• Meeting interesting people

ALL WELCOMEFor further information

with no obligation contact: 09 910 0296

or email [email protected]

GLENBROOK VINTAGE RAILWAY

Contact Jeff on 021 552 723 or Richard on 021 064 0254 for more details

SEARCH & RESCUE

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WAIUKU

Buy, sell & exchange stamps & have a nice cuppa tea! We are in our 27th year and meet the first Sunday of

every month (except Jan) from 1:30 - 3:30pmReid Anderson Hall, St Andrew’s Anglican

Church, Cnr Wesley & Church Sts, PukekoheNew members and visitors welcome

PukekoheStamp Club

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Weekly Classes & Weekend WorkshopsPukekohe - Waiuku - Tuakau

Patumahoe – Clarks BeachContact: Tamara 09 235 8648 or 021 255 1087

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LOCAL SPORTS, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL GROUPS

New Members welcome

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Two weeks ago the Waiuku College Shooters travel to Tauranga for their last competition shoot before the North Island and National Championships later this month.

Attended by around 140 shooters, the weath-er wasn’t kind, starting with showers and a very cold wind, then turning to steady rain as the day progressed. This didn’t seem to worry the eight Waiuku College Shoot-ers, who won both the Open Team and Girls’ Team sections, a feat that the Coaches and Manager were particu-larly happy about con-sidering that they are a relatively young squad.

The Open Team, which consisted of one first year shoot-er and two second year shooters, proved to be as good as the fourth or fifth year shooters. Leading the team was Captain, Nelson Akast, shooting 55/60, Emily Wilks, 59, Ethan Short, 54, Ayden Porter, 59 and

Shooters bring home the gold

Niko Manning, 60, earn-ing a total of 281/300. This was enough to give them the lead and a gold medal by one point, over John Paul College from Rotorua.

“John Paul College have won most of the competitions this year, with their team con-sisting of the year 12 and 13 students. This has made the win even more sweet,” says Man-ager, Jo Sands. The girls’ team of Zoe Groot, who shot 60/60, and first year shooter, Emily Kitson, who shot 54/60, made

for score of 114/120, which was 21points ahead of their nearest ri-val, Hauraki Plains Col-lege. Zoe Groot also won the girls’ individual Tro-phy Section, which was over the first event, Sin-gle Rise and last event, Single Barrel, shoot-ing a score of 19/20 and 9/10. This together with her team points score of 60/60, made her only 2 points down for the day, which was enough for her to be the best of the top shooters on the day.

This was described by the team manager as

‘a pleasing result’ lead-ing up to the nation-als, which will be their main focus over the next two weeks at practise. Coaches, Les Clarke, and Bob Anderson, and Manager, Jo Sands, to-gether with their team would like to thank Dar-ren Short Builders for their recent sponsorship to the team in the form of new jackets, which look extremely smart.

We wish the shooters the best of luck for the North Island Champs and Nationals held over September 26 and 27.

Stalwart of the Tuakau Soccer Club, Tim McMillan, has been acknowledged for his involvement within the club by being made a life member at the Junior prize giving, last Friday night.

When it was first proposed that Tim receive a life membership, there was plenty of discussion around some-one so young receiving the honour.

“You don’t often see young, beauti-ful faces receiving these awards, but the further we investigated into what Tim has done for this club, the more we re-alised just how deserving he was,” says President, Damian Cameron.

Tim has been involved with the Tu-akau Soccer Club for 32 years, and be-gan playing for the club when he was his daughter’s age.

He has given back to the sport by coaching many junior teams while in his early twenties, and was the founding member and coach of the senior men’s team, the Wanderers.

Tim has played for and coached this team for 14 years. They have risen from Division Nine through to Division One, which they took out this season.

“With the guidance and hard work that Tim has invested into this team, it is more than likely they will step up another level next season. He has done an amazing amount of work for Tuakau Soccer, with plenty accomplished be-hind the scenes. It was an absolute pleasure to present Tim with his life membership shield,” says Damian.

For Tim, he was quite surprised to re-ceive the award.

“I thought that they were up to some-thing but didn’t realise that it was a life membership! I am very thankful and humble to have been given this award.”

When asked where to from here, Tim replied that he hoped to relax a bit more next year by sitting on the side-lines more often and enjoying a couple of cold beverages.

ll Last Friday evening, the Pukekohe Indian Sports Club celebrated their 70th Anniversary and 2015 Prize giving.

The function was attended by close to 160 people, which included Life members Pema Manga, Dheru Makan, Magan Ranchhod, representative of Naran Makan, President of Counties Manukau Hockey As-sociation, Grant Litchfield and President of NZ Indi-an Sports Association, Suresh Wallabh.

Club President, Umesh Patel, welcomed everyone and explained how this year marked the 70th Anni-versary of the Pukekohe Indian Sports Club, with the guests treated to a narrated presentation of Club’s history. This included photos, newspaper articles and Club milestones from its formation in 1945, right through to today. There was also a comprehensive dis-play of memorabilia including old playing shirts, pho-tos, training notes and old hockey sticks on display.

Well known for its hockey teams, the articles and photos in the presentation explained the formation of the very first teams and highlighted the many achieve-ments made over the last 70 years by the teams and the players.

Mention also included the first hockey team in 1945, the cricket team and in later years the forma-tion of ladies hockey and netball teams together with their many achievements. The Club has now grown

Pukekohe Indian Sports Club celebrates 70 years

From left, Life members, Magan Ranchhod, Pema Manga and Dheru Makan were given the honour of cutting the 70th Anniversary cake.

to include a sizeable Junior Hockey programme. Life members also spoke of their memories and ex-periences through their involvement in the club, to-gether with their aspirations for the future of the club.

After recapping the history a commemorative cake was cut by the Life Members.

Following the 70th Anniversary Celebrations, the Club’s 2015 Prizegiving was held.

MCs Arjune Dahya and Janardin Bhana made it a very enjoyable evening for all of those attending.

Now everyone is looking forward to the Club’s next milestone; their 75th Jubilee in five years time.

Tim McMillan was given a Life Membership Shield by President of the Tuakau Soccer Club, Damian Cameron, for his involvement and contribution to the club.

Stalwart of Tuakau Soccer honoured with Life Membership


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Opening day at Waiuku Bowling Club was held last weekend, with patrons Ila Hair and Ross McNaughten rolling the kitty and first bowl of the new season. There was a good turnout of members and the club is looking forward to a great season. Their first Open Triples Tour-nament was held recently at the Pukekohe Indoor Centre. The results are as follows: Wai-pipi, first; Papakura, second; Patumahoe, third. The next tournament will be held at the Waiuku grounds on Friday, October 9.

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ll Pam was surprised to be considered, however, also felt it was an honour. “I picked up my first mallet when my mother in law lent us one, and I decided to see what the fuss was about. I guess you can say the rest is his-tory.”

Pam first joined the club in September 1994 and went on to become a committee member, then Club Captain and later, President. Through that time, she has seen many changes, including the construction of the new pavilion in 2000, which she says was an ab-solute Godsend to the club.

“I feel very lucky to be a part of the Pukekohe Cro-quet Club. We have a great bunch of people and fantas-tic facilities and are quite unique, as we own the land that we are situated on. There is only a small percent-age of clubs in New Zealand that still do. The club also has five lawns, with most others only having three or four.”

Pam and her husband, Tony, were avid croquet play-ers, and enjoyed the harder form of the game, which is Association Croquet.

“There is more to it than Golf Croquet, and I enjoyed the competitiveness of the game. It can be quite vicious at times,” laughs Pam.

Pam has since retired from the committee and has had to stop playing, however, she still enjoys attending the regular tournaments held at the club and says that anyone can enjoy a game of croquet.

“I would thoroughly encourage anyone who may be interested to come and try, particularly those who from Waiuku, as there isn’t a club in the township.” The Pukekohe Croquet Club will have a stand at the Posi-tive Aging Expo on Friday, October 2, and also have three open afternoons, on October 11, 18 and 25.

wa i u ku’ s Pam Reynolds has recently been named Patron of Pukekohe Croquet Club after being a member for close to 19 years.

Waiuku Bowls marks the opening of the season

The Fight for Life charity event was held at Waiuku College last Friday, which saw students and teachers take on one another in taekwondo competition rounds.

This well represented event was held to raise money for CanTeen and the World Challenge cam-

paign, which enables students to take part in humanitarian work over-

seas. The Post was ringside for most of the

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Waiuku College fight for life a huge success!


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Any parents or kids interested in forming a committee to enlarge, repair and maintain our Skate Park, please feel free to come along to a meeting at the Waiuku Skate Park, Massey Park, on Sunday 4th October at 2pm. For any enquiries, please phone Noeline: 027 237 8090.

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Proposed Temporary Road Closure - Pukekohe Car Club 2015Notice is hereby given that Waikato District Council, for the purpose of allowing Pukekohe Car Club to hold a motorsport event, proposes to close the following roads for the period indicated.

During the proposed road closure the road sections will be manned at intersections by clearly identifiable marshals equipped with radio communication; access will be provided in the event of an emergency.

Any person wishing to object to the proposal should lodge their objection in writing before 5pm, Friday 23 October 2015 at Waikato District Council office, 15 Galileo Street, Ngaruawahia or post to Private Bag 544, Ngaruawahia.

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Waiuku Rugby League Club would like to give a huge thank you to all our sponsors for their valuable sup-port over the season: Marama Hou Ministries Trust; Pehi and whanau, for the wood we are selling; Barbs Bar and Diner; The Kentish Hotel; King Street Takea-

ways; Thirsty Liquor Waiuku; Wild Olive Pizza; Burger King Pukekohe; Lone Star Pukekohe; Waiuku Z; Carls Jnr Pukekohe; Mike Pero Mortgages Waiuku; Auck-land Rugby League; New Zealand Rugby League; Auckland Council, who provide us with our venue at no cost. We are holding our Prize Giving on

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tion (including BYOD information)• 7.30pm – Question & answer time (Deputy

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DATE: Wednesday 14th OctoberTIME: 5.45 pm startVENUE: Waiuku College Hall

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NZ Offi ce 8-12 Battersea St P.O. Box 7267 Christchurch Phone: +64 3 366 5172 Fax: +64 3 365 4015

VIC Head Offi ce 23A Smith Rd Springvale Victoria 3171 Phone: +61 3 9549 3444 Fax: +61 3 9549 3400

Email: [email protected] Website: www.samsonite.com.au Samsonite Australia Pt Limited A.B.N. 31 006 363 248

55cm

$ 499.99

$749-00Cabin

$ 250.00SAVE

69cm$849-00

$579.99 $ 270.00SAVE

75cm$649.99

$949-00

$ 300.00SAVE

81cm$799.99

$1149-00

$ 350.00SAVE

CURV® TECHNOLOGY OFFERS THE ULTIMATE COMBINATION OF AMAZINGLY LIGHT & INCREDIBLY STRONG SUITCASES

NEW ZEALANDS LOWEST PRICE ON SAMSONITE CASES

Please compare our prices “online” and in stores throughout NZ

CUBELITETRAVEL COLLECTION

This new stylish collection combines the craftsmanship of 100 years of Samsonite know-how with the revolutionary Curv® material. The classic design and smart interior provide extra value for travellers, who are looking for a strong and light suitcase. Made in Europe.20

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A REVOLUTION IN LIGHTNESS, STRENGTH AND SECURITY

56767 (01V*002)75cm Spinner

75 x 31 x 51cm - 93L - 3.6KG

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3-point lockFor extra security and reassurance

Curv® Technology

The strongest and lightest material exclusive to Samsonite

A REVOLUTION IN LIGHTNESS, STRENGTH AND SECURITY

The fi rst Samsonite combining Curv® Technology and a 3-point lock

LITE-LOCKED

56763 (01V*001) 69cm Spinner

69 x 29 x 45cm - 68L - 3.3KG

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