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Photo: Clevedon Showgrounds Autumn colours & shrubbery
No. 375 JUNE-JULY 2017
AGM REMINDERS:
Clevedon Cares Incorporated Monday 26 June, 7.30pm at McNicol Homestead, Mary Phone 2928174, [email protected]
Wairoa River Landcare Inc. Monday 17 July at 7:30pm at McNicol Homestead
Clevedon Tennis Club Friday 28 July from 6:30pm
Clevedon Community & Business Association Friday 04 August, 12pm
at the District Centre
CLEVEDON ROUNDUP YOUR COMMUNITY INFORMATION NEWSPAPER
ROUNDUP PAGE INDEX
Trade & Business 2,5,9,11,12,14,18,19, 21
Advertising rates 3 Wairoa River Landcare 3 Anglican Church 4 Snippets 6 Presbyterian Church 7 Clevedon Conversations 8 Clevedon Preservation 9
Plunket Group 10 Clevedon Police 10 Franklin Local Board 10,14 Acorns 15 Brookby Environment 15 Clevedon Fire Brigade 16 Zealandia 17 Situations Vacant 18 Club News 20 Market Place 21 Community Notices 22
THE STORY & EXPERIENCE OF OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES The Roundup believes strongly that our local trades and businesses are
of great value to Clevedon. We are committed to supporting them and to that end will be, in each future issue, reviewing and
presenting the story of one of our local businesses and regular advertisers. If you are one of our businesses,
the Roundup will get in touch with you, in turn, to work on your story
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LOCAL TRADE & BUSINESS
Fairfield Pet Lodge Dog and Cat Boarding
Boarding also available for other household pets
Doggie Day Care Monday to Friday
Pet Taxi Available
Dog Training
Viewings welcome by appointment
292 8852 – 027 222 0307 751 Clevedon-Kawakawa Rd, Clevedon
[email protected] www,fairfieldkennels.co.nz
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NB: The views expressed in the Roundup are not necessarily the views of the Editor or the Team. We reserve the right to edit, accept or decline
publication of articles or ads considered of a controversial nature, in possible conflict with the interests of local business & community or in conflict with the aims, principles & Constitution of the Clevedon Business & Community association
================================================================================================ PLEASE SEND ALL ARTICLES AND ADVERTISEMENTS BY EMAIL TO [email protected], USING YOUR ORGANISATION’S
NAME AS THE SUBJECT, ALSO INCLUDING PHONE CONTACT DETAILS AND PROOF OF DIRECT PAYMENT INTO ACCOUNT: ANZ 06-0401-0194985-02
ADVERTISING
All enquiries or communication relating to the Roundup, please email to [email protected] or contact Mariette Sprenger 021 445 548 or Sue Harries 021 270 6878. Mail can go to PO Box 90 - Acorns is our drop-off point to receive ads & cheques. We do not issue invoices and the bank deposit reports are your receipts . We are not GST registered.
ADVERTISING RATES: N.B. Advertising rates will be revised when the financial well-being of the Clevedon Roundup requires it
Print Dimensions Cost N.B. Black 9cm x 9cm or 5cm x 18cm $25.00 Double business card size
Colour As above $60.00
Black 9cm x 5.5cm $13.00 Business card size
Colour As above $30.00 Business card size
Market Place Classifieds 25 words & photo $5.00
Editing ads Additional fees may apply
FREE EDITORIALS Please submit your editorial in Font 10 in word or publisher format, to extend to ½ page maximum.
LIMITED ADDITIONAL COPIES Although you should receive your private copy in your letterbox, limited additional copies are available from Acorns,
Clevedon Co-op, with Relish. A copy is also uploaded to the website: www.clevedon.co.nz
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WAIROA RIVER LANDCARE INC.
June 2017 News brief www.wairoariverlandcare.org.nz
OUR AGM is on Monday 17th July, 7.30 pm at the McNicol Homestead. Everyone is welcome. A member of the Miranda
based Te Whangai Trust will be addressing us on their “eco-preneurial social enterprise” and the services they provide. They supply plants from their nurseries and undertake site preparation, planting, and maintenance services. Come along and hear how they can help you and you can help this very deserving charity.
COMMUNITY PLANTING DAY Sunday 25th June, 10am – Midday. Come and help plant Clevedon Scenic Reserve, Thorps
Quarry Road and at the same time meet other people from your community. Bring gumboots or covered shoes that can get dirty, and gardening gloves if you have any. Free BBQ for all those that help. Please register your interest by email to [email protected]
PESTIVAL Saturday 24 June 8.30 to 3pm in the Lower NZI Conference Room Aotea Square, Mayoral Drive, Central Auckland -.a great
opportunity to hear about what other conservation groups are doing and provide Auckland Council and the Department of Conservation
(DOC) with feedback on how they can support you best. Guest speakers will provide insights on future opportunities and innovative
techniques and tools. The event will also introduce councils’ Pest Free Auckland programme in response to Predator Free 2050
Z ENERGY “GOOD IN THE HOOD” FUNDING. Thank you to everyone who voted for us and particularly to Z Energy. We expect to
receive their cheque at the presentation on June 23rd.
NURSERY UPDATE. A big thank you to everyone who took plants and for contributing to WRL coffers. The next tasks will be to
propagate the seeds collected locally and potting up seedlings. Your help will be needed so watch this space for dates.
WAIROA RIVER STEERING GROUP. The Wairoa River Catchment Action Plan and Work Programme has been presented to the
Franklin Local Board. This project would not have possible without the support of the Board, particularly our local representatives Angela Fulljames and Malcolm Bell. Katie Jones has done a very professional job as coordinator and the major task of compiling the Plan, Work Programme and Projects with input and support of members of the Steering Group. Come to the WRL AGM for an update.
ISSSUE FOR CLOSING DATE FOLDING DATE Issue ref
AUGUST Friday 28 July – 5pm Friday 04 August 376
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In these unsettling times,a group is
meeting at All Souls Church,
49 North Road, Clevedon
to pray for peace and for peace makers
On the second Wednesday
of the month at 7.00pm
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LOCAL TRADE & BUSINESS
Is your dog having a bad hair day?! ..At last a local pet grooming business in Clevedon village. Your pets are treated like our own, with gentle personal care and attention. We are the difference between a big super store and personal pampering. Qualified breed grooming – short haired breeds are treated to a bath, dry, nails clipped and ears cleaned. Long haired breeds get all the above plus a haircut. Grooms are priced according to breed. Your dog gives you unconditional love, treat him or her to a loving groom at Puchi. We can make your dog feel a million dollars –keeping them happy healthy and huggable! 21a Main road, Clevedon Village, Auckland. Tel. 09 2929568
KEITH CLEMENT PAINTING AND DECORATING
Free Quotes – Guaranteed Work
Ph. 2924 838 Mob. 021 2639057
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If you have an item of interest to Clevedon locals, please drop us a line at [email protected]
Efficient Drainage is being worked on at the showgrounds at the present time, to improve the condition of the grounds and in preparation for the Spring’s A&P Show.
If your organisation needs some help, you may want to check out the Auckland Community Grants available in
the Franklin (our) area. Here is a link you want to consult. http://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/EN/newseventsculture/communityfundingsupport/Pages/findagrant.aspx#336
The Franklin Tourism Group would welcome any local Tourism businesses to join them. If you are interested, please contact: Vanessa Newman, Tourism Liaison Representative, Franklin Tourism Group, [email protected]
New Free Book Exchange: Barfoot & Thompson Clevedon would like to invite those readers out there to use our new book exchange. In keeping with our theme of “The magic of reading programme and our young authors competition: we are pleased to offer this service – bring in the book you have just read and exchange it for a new one. We all love reading so let’s share the joy! The team at Barfoot & Thompson.
WE NEED A NEW SANTA!
A fun Dinner Concert with the South Auckland Choral Society
We are warming up the winter days with a fabulously fun Dinner Concert to be held at the
Papakura RSA, Elliot Street, Papakura on Tuesday 8th
August 2017
with a variety programme of music you probably haven’t heard before! The work ”Horrortorio” celebrates the
wedding of Dracula’s daughter to Frankenstein’s son. Our conductor, Mark Rosser, has promised us a night to
remember - along with a selection of other beautifully arranged choral versions from modern musicals: Beauty and
the Beast, Shrek, Wicked and the like … including The Seekers favourite “Puff the Magic Dragon.”
Four top soloists PLUS a string quartet will complement the choir. Add to this: “Let’s Do The Time Warp
Again” and you have a memorable evening not to be missed! Last year’s Dinner Concert was a sell-out.
We offer two options for the evening: Full Dinner Concert ticket $45 - Concert only ticket $20 - Students $10
Tickets are available from Pat James: Phone 267 1839. Email [email protected]
LITTLE SNIPPETS
EVERY CHRISTMAS THE CCBA DECORATES THE MAIN STREET, INCLUDING PUTTING A SANTA ON THE CHIMNEY OF THE DISTRICT CENTRE, BUT POOR SANTA IS LOOKING A LITTLE WORSE FOR WEAR. WE NEED A CRAFTY PERSON WILLING TO MAKE A NEW SANTA FOR CLEVEDON, MATERIALS WILL BE SUPPLIED. PLEASE CONTACT - [email protected]
The ROUNDUP needs you !.. We are seeking the help of a volunteer to deliver the Clevedon Roundup around the Ardmore area. This is the opportunity for a nice walk or drive in your neighbourhood every 6 weeks, 8 times a calendar year ! If you are available to help please would you phone Jennifer on 09-2928 533
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HATCH – Community Dinners at Clevedon Presbyterian
Sunday 25 June & 9 July
from 5 - 6.30 pm (during term time)
Everyone is welcome to our free dinners. Casual and relaxed, suitable for
people of all and any age. Bring your family, friends, children, or just bring
yourself. We think getting together to share food and some company is a
really good thing to do. But please let us know (by Thursday) if you are
coming.
Contact the church office on 2928061 or
email: [email protected]
June 2017 Ph: 292 8061
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Clevedon Conversations Update - June 2017 Clevedon Conversations is concerned about Fulton Hogan’s proposed Clevedon Quarry expansion. We are particularly concerned about the effects that the additional trucks will have on the amenity of the village and its surrounds as a result of the increased hours of operation and the number of truck movements per day. The consultation we undertook in 2015 indicated that there was strong support for an upgrade to the ‘Village Centre’ or ‘Mainstreet’ environment in a manner that supports sociability, walkability and safety and enhances character, creating a traffic-calmed, pedestrian-friendly space with areas to gather informally and formally. We are concerned about the effect that up to 90 trucks per day (they will all have to travel through the village when the Tourist Road Bridge is closed in a flood) will have on the ability to achieve this in the future, and we believe that the application documentation does not adequately consider the effects of these trucks on the “Mainstreet”. We encourage all Clevedon locals to make a submission, and to support the work of the Clevedon Quarry Working Group. The Quarry Working Group have prepared a useful guideline for making a submission and we will forward this to everyone on our database. You can make a submission online at http://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/ratesbuildingproperty/consents/getinvolved/pages/currentpubliclynotifiedconsents.aspx. The submission period closes at 5pm on Wednesday, 5 July 2017.
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CLEVEDON QUARRY PUBLIC SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN
Residents of Clevedon have now formed the ‘Clevedon Protection Society’ to challenge Fulton Hogan’s application to dramatically expand the Clevedon Quarry. A public meeting was held at the Clevedon Community Hall on Tuesday 30th May to inform local residents of the details of Fulton Hogan’s proposed quarry expansion plans. Nearly two hundred people attended the meeting to hear key points of the application which include:
Proposed Tonnage increase from 201,152 tonnes to 3,000,000 tonnes per annum
Proposed Truck Movements to increase from 100 trucks per day to 1306 per day (up to 90 per hour) – a 1300% increase
Off-site Hours of Operation to increase from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday to 6:00am to 9.00pm Monday to Saturday with potential for 24/7 on-site operations – a 50% increase
We are strongly opposing the proposed increases, which if consented as sought, will have a devastating impact on the amenity and character of Clevedon and its surrounding districts for generations to come. Fulton Hogan have now formally lodged their Resource Consent Application and public submissions are now being sought by Auckland Council. The Clevedon Protection Society is encouraging all residents of Clevedon, Ardmore, Alfriston, Brookby, Kawakawa Bay, Maraetai and Whitford who will be affected by this application to make a written submission to Auckland Council by no later than Wednesday 5th July 2017. The time to take action is now, and the best thing residents can do is to have their say through the public submission process. The Clevedon Protection Society has provided residents with guidelines on how to make a written submission and all of the details can be found on our website. The Clevedon Protection Society also needs financial support in the form of donations to engage RMA specialists and technical experts as it prepares for a Public Hearing later in the year. Details of how to make a donation can be found on our website. And finally, a petition has also been launched to gather support and demonstrate to Fulton Hogan and Auckland Council the depth of public opposition for the proposed increases. We have already gathered over 1000 signatures in opposition to the increases proposed by Fulton Hogan. Details of the petition can also be found on our website. Contact details: Email: [email protected] Website: https://sites.google.com/view/protectclevedon/home
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/234447996991848/ Clevedon Protection Society 2017 Incorporated
Quota International of Papakura
presents the 28th Annual
Opening Night
Friday 7th July 7.30 pm $20 Tickets –at door
Weekend hours
Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th 10 am - 4 pm $6 entry
Drury School Hall Youngs Cres. – off Gt Sth Rd, Drury
Proceeds to Middlemore Foundation
to refurbish a short stay unit at Kidz First Further information- Denise 297 7194; Kath 298 3854
Marking their 6-year anniversary, Anthony Hunt Dental is proud to present the opening of its brand new Oral Hygiene and Dental Therapy Studio ! Modern Technology includes 3Shape CADCAM 3D scanning, design and CNC milling software and equipment. Ability to expertly fabricate Emax and Zirconia crowns, veneers, bridges, implant crowns, and bite plates (and more) all in-house, complicated full-mouth rehabilitation.
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CLEVEDON PLUNKET GROUP
PEPE Parenting Sessions
Clevedon Plunket are continuing the PEPE parenting sessions this year. These are run by a qualified Plunket coordinator - 12.30pm – 2.30pm at the Clevedon District Centre:
Monday 26th June – Sleep and settling
Monday 3rd July – Solids Contact Zelda Po’etofaeono on 021717924 or [email protected] to book.
Clevedon Community Art Project
A huge thanks to Katie Blundell, our fabulous mum and local artist, for giving local mums the opportunity to participate in a 6 week art course. The mums loved it and produced some amazing pieces. Check the rest of them out on our Facebook page. facebook.com/clevedonplunket
Girls Night Out – Corner Bar
Keen to get out of the house and meet for a drink? Come to our Girls Night Out on Thursday 6th July @ 7.30pm, Corner Bar, Clevedon. Come on your own or bring a friend or two. All welcome!
Meals to families in need
A meal delivered to the door of a tired or stressed family can make a world of difference. The Plunket Group have just finished the most recent batch of meals so if you know a family in need? Please let Angela know – 0211290176.
CLEVEDON POLICE
Hi from your local Community Constable. It has been quite a busy time in our area lately. Rural burglaries are continuing to hurt us, we must remain vigilante and I cannot stress enough the need to call 111 if you see anything suspicious in your area. As I have said before that as locals you know if something doesn’t look right to you, go with your gut feeling and call 111, our call takers will prioritise the call and take the most appropriate action. Police would rather turn up to a 111 call and be able to rule it out than not receive any call and have something happen. Get to know your neighbours, let them know when you’re going to be away or if there are going to be tradesmen or different vehicles at your address. If you are going to be away from your property for any extended time make sure you have someone empty your letterbox, this is a sure sign to a burglar that a property is not occupied. If you have alarms or CCTV cameras make sure they are in good working order and a set when you are not home. Maybe have a friend or neighbour park their vehicle at your address at different times so it looks like someone is around. For those interested there is Neighbourhood Support, you can find information about this on neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz Once again call 111 for any suspicious persons or vehicles in your area. Cheers, Jason
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If you need Police assistance, please do the following;
If it is an emergency, you are witnessing a crime taking place, suspicious person or vehicle, or come home to find your house burgled, call 111 straight away.
If you wish to report a historic crime (theft, etc) call Crime Reporting Line 0800 115 019
Want to remain anonymous (drugs) call Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111
General enquiries call Clevedon Office between 11am-2pm Mon-Fri on 09 2923060
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LOCAL TRADE & BUSINESS
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Open Mon – Fri 7:30am to 5:00pm, Sat 8:00am to 3:00pm - Off-Street Parking Available
Rural Supplies Pumps & Filtration Bathroom & Plumbing Fittings Water Tanks – Filters/UV – Drainage – Troughs – Pipe/Fittings – Fencing – Gates
Nuts & Bolts – Stockfeeds – Hardware – V-Belts – Gardening Supplies - And Much More www.ruralsupplies.co.nz - 13 Papakura-Clevedon Road, Clevedon. Phone (09) 292 8404
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Feedback wanted on plan to help shape Franklin’s future
Ensuring growth is managed effectively; opportunities to boost the local economy and enhancing the area’s natural
environment are among ideas included in the draft Franklin Local Board Plan.
Franklin residents are now being asked for their feedback on the draft plan, which outlines the projects and outcomes
the local board want to focus on over the next three years.
It has identified the following five outcomes to focus on:
A well-cared for environment
A thriving local economy
An improved transport system
Growth is dealt with effectively
Communities feel ownership and connection to their area.
Local board chair Angela Fulljames says this draft plan reflects what the community has already said is important and
builds on its work of the past two terms.
“We’ve made some real progress so there is definitely a sense of wanting to continue with and finishing off what we
have started. That’s why we aren’t proposing any major change in direction. Now we want the community to tell us if
we are on the right track.”
Submissions on the draft Franklin Local Board Plan closes 30 June.
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New Rubbish Bins On Their Way
Wheelie bins will be delivered to 110,000 eligible ex Manuaku City Council properties from Monday 12 June 2017, with the first collections taking place from 4 September 2017. No rubbish bags in the Manukau area will be collected after this time. Householders also have the option to upsize to a larger 240 litre bin for an additional annual service fee.For more information: www.makethemostofwaste.co.nz
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Future Fitness and Health – BETTER – FITTER – STRONGER Professionally structured Fitness classes with the fun factor added. All fitness levels, ages – Guys and Girls
Conveniently at the Clevedon Community Hall - $11 casual, concessions available
MON 6.00- 7.00 pm. Total body weights class.
TUES 9.00-10.00 am. Nifty fifty plus – Cardio and weights.
WED 9.00-10.00 am. Pilates Body conditioning.
FRI 9.00-10.00 am. General Fitness session – Cardio & weights.
SAT 9.30-10.30 am. Pilates Body Conditioning
2017 Summary Franklin Local Board Plan and Targeted Rates Local board plans are strategic documents that are adopted every three years. The Draft Franklin Local Board Plan is currently open for comment: http://www.shapeauckland.co.nz/media/1889/draft-franklin-local-board-plan-2017-consultation-document.pdf Or look for the summary version and feedback form in your letterbox. How this affects you The purpose is to set a direction for the local area that reflects community priorities and preferences. They guide local board activity, funding and investment decisions. They also influence local board input into regional strategies and plans, including the Auckland Plan. Prosposed Focus in the 2017 draft Plan 1 A well-cared for natural environment 2. A thriving local economy 3. An improved transport system 4. Growth is dealt with effectively 5 Communities feel ownership and connection Targeted Rates Franklin Local Board has a proposal to explore the idea of introducing a local targeted rate to fund local improvements or facilities if requested by the community, but not currently proposed or budgeted for. A local targeted rate would involve ratepayers having an additional charge included on their rates bill with this money used specifically to fund a project in their area. What we could pay for with a targeted rate Some things that a targeted rate could fund; • Clevedon main street upgrade • Trails maintenance and management • Halls development • Wairoa River restoration and development Give our Board members a mandate Without our feedback they don’t know what we are thinking; • Are they on the right track with their focus? • What’s good or otherwise? • Do you support the idea of a targeted rate? • If yes, what would you like it spent on? Have your say. Fill out the feedback form that was posted in the mail or respond online: http://engage.ubiquity.co.nz/surveys/QFAOn8f_wki8oQjUk8cmkQ Timing: 30 June: Submissions close at 4pm End September 2017: The final plans are adopted February to March 2018: If a targeted rate is supported by the local community a further consultation process would take place in early 2018. People would be able to submit their feedback on how much they would be prepared to pay for any proposed service or project.
Contact Andrea on ph. 292-8342
or 027 388 4579 Email: [email protected]
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As many of you will have heard already Acorns of Clevedon is about to have a new owner. As of the 1st July Lisa Smith Clevedon Local will be the new owner of Acorns. Many of you already know Lisa if not from her time here at Acorns then by the work that she and husband Keith have done in the Clevedon community. Lisa will be supported by Jill, continuing the Acorns tradition that Di started, providing a range of great gifts and service that our customers have become accustomed to when shopping at Acorns. I encourage you to pop in and welcome Lisa on board at this exciting time for her. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for your support over the last 4 years I have enjoyed getting to know you. Please remember always shop Local first. Many thanks, Karol
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Brookby Environment Protection Society Update The past two months have been frustrating and disheartening, but BEPS continues to battle for a safer environment for the community! BEPS recently lodged an application for enforcement orders against P&I Pascoe, with Auckland Council as second respondent. We believed Pascoe’s were breaching their resource consent conditions by transporting clean fill along Twilight Road before the roading upgrade had been signed off by Auckland Council. We also believed the resource consent conditions regarding the Twilight Road upgrade had not been met. Court proceedings confirmed BEPS was correct in believing Pascoe’s were using the road to transport clean fill illegally. Auckland Council told the Court that if Pascoe’s continued to use the road before it was signed off, an abatement notice would be issued. Great!, we thought. But Pascoe’s continued to use the road. And despite weeks of repeated requests from BEPS to Council, Council elected to sit on their hands rather than issue an abatement notice. All 3 parties subsequently attended a mediation conference at the Environment Court to see if issues could be resolved. In the six months prior to this, Council had repeatedly reassured BEPS that the Twilight Road upgrade would not be signed off in its current state. Their engineers had acknowledged the unsafe road lane width and many other safety issues. Despite this, Council did an abrupt about-turn at the mediation and announced they were at the point of signing off the road. BEPS does not believe the road meets the intent outlined in the Environment Court’s decision and resource consent conditions. We have now engaged a traffic expert to review the plans and give us an opinion about whether Auckland Council has been negligent in its duty to ensure the resource consent conditions are complied with. If this is the case, we will return to the Environment Court. In the meantime, all we can say is that we feel utterly let down by Council. We support the idea that growth and expansion are necessary. But growth and expansion do not need to come at the cost of community safety. BEPS will continue to work hard to try and ensure a safer environment for everyone in the face increased truck movements in the district. All this takes time and money, so if you’d like to support us please consider a membership subscription – just $30 per year, payable now to our account 12 3030 0684478 00. Give your name as reference.
Find us on Facebook: Save Brookby
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CLEVEDON VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE
A busy year for us! 2017 has been shaping us as the Brigade’s busiest year to date. We have attended 85 incidents to the middle of June. Our previous highest ever number of callouts was 102 in 2015 with 2016 being our second highest at 98. While that doesn’t compare with the call numbers that career fire trucks attend or even some of our volunteer colleague’s station callout tallies, it is still a sizeable amount when you consider that this is on top of family, work and other commitments from our members. It must be said that a few of the newer members are already bored with the “back when we joined it was” stories…
Recent Callouts We attended 11 incidents in May and 5 so far in June. They have been a mix of vehicle accidents, fires, medical calls and false alarms. The false alarms typically relate to vegetation fires. Remember, the fire season is currently “open” at present which means you can have a rubbish fire provided that it complies with the rules. The source of this information and the “rules” is the Auckland Council website, please refer to it before lighting. Remember though, if you are concerned, please call us sooner rather than later, there is no charge for attending fires called in with good intent.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand June 2017 marks our final month as the New Zealand Fire Service. The Clevedon Brigade was originally part of the Auckland Metropolitan Fire Board before becoming part of NZFS when the Fire Boards amalgamated. Now the Fire Service is combining with almost all the other Fire Authorities in New Zealand to become Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ). While this will have visible changes over the next few years, to us it’s business as usual. We will still have trucks, uniforms and equipment. Our siren will still go and 111 is where you reach us.
New Members The brigade is now in a position where we need 2 new firefighters to supplement our ranks. These firefighters replace two who have moved on as life takes them in different directions outside Clevedon. If you are interested in joining the Fire Brigade and live within 5 kilometres of the station then please come down on Tuesday nights or contact the people below. If you live a bit further away but have had previous experience or are available during the day (i.e. work in Clevedon or shift work etc.) then we would be very keen to talk to you also. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Chris Alexander (9 Years of Service) and Matt Fulton (3 Years) for their contribution to the Brigade and the Community.
FIND US NOW ON FACEBOOK
The brigade now has a Facebook page where you’ll be able to keep up with all our current and upcoming events, callouts, fire season restrictions, fire safety tips and membership news. Please visit our new Facebook page at the
address: https://www.facebook.com/Clevedon461/
CLEVEDON VOLUNTEER FIRE STATION: 292 8612 Brigade is on station Tuesday evenings from 7:00PM Chief Fire Officer - Mike Kelly 021 747 123 Deputy Chief Fire Officer - Bruce Jones 027 488 2803
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DIAL 111
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TO ANSWER A FEW QUESTIONS... ZEALANDIA
The Roundup team visited Zealandia, in view of answering for Clevedonians, a few of the questions on local minds. The following is what Zealandia explained:
Grow lights Greenhouse expanse & growing plants Zealandia on the Clevedon site has continued to expand in the in last 2 years and are coming to you today via the Clevedon Roundup, to update you all about progress at our nursery and provide information especially with regard to the Grow Lights we are currently using. We have 1.5 ha at the rear of the glasshouse set out with grow lights. We use these lights when we are producing young plant Tomatoes, Cucumber and Peppers for the glasshouse growers They are used to
- improve the light intensity on dull days
- extend the length of daylight exposure when plants require it during the growth cycle. In a 4-6 week rotation we will use the lights for 3-5 weeks and will operate only within the non-curfew times of 7am to 10 pm. During the implementation of the computer environment control we did have some teething issues resulting in the lights operating overnight. This has now been resolved. You may have noticed a perimeter wall of concrete blocks. We have been placing this wall to provides wind protection. The concrete blocks used are made up of waste concrete from the concrete plants around the area. Parts of the wall have already been planted with climbing plants which we intend to continue. The walls will eventually create a green live buffer. Up on the hill areas we have also started boundary planting which is on-going and intend to plant the hill areas with some natives and other varieties for fuel which can then be harvested for our recently commissioned Biomass energy plant. The energy plant was commissioned at the beginning of April and produces hot water for heating. It uses the latest technology to ensure clean burning. The fuel used is chipped waste wood from forestry and industrial residues. With regard to the earthworks these are also nearing completion, the rocks are being used to shore the water storage pond, we still need to complete top soiling and sowing for the storm water retention basin, this will continue in the springtime when weather conditions improve. We hope to later in the year hold a community open day so that local people can visit and see the technology, operating systems and of course the many plants we grow for the home garden and for horticultural needs.
Transplanting machine Ponds
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SITUATIONS VACANT
Delicious
Cakes for
Celebrations
Unique cakes made and decorated to order for you!
Call to discuss YOUR
Masterpiece!
Mary Whitehouse 09 292 8174
021614499
www.aristocakes.co.nz [email protected]
SALES SERVICE INSTALLATION
Of all Pump & Filtration Brands
FARM DOMESTIC POOL
Water Level Indicators Bores
UV Systems Filters & Housings
Ph: 09 292 8404 – 0274 797 741
KENNELHAND/MANAGER REQUIRED Part Time/permanent Position
Local boarding kennel requires kennel hand manager. Candidates must be able to work school holidays and Xmas /New Year and some weekends. Ph 2997415
SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME SUPERVISOR Looking for a change ? We are looking for a “hands-on” School Holiday Programme Supervisor located in Clevedon, during School Holidays for 9-12 weeks per year plus preparation time. The successful candidate will preferably be experienced in the OSCAR framework, with good organisational skills to develop the programme and ensure children feel valued and cared for. On-going training for Out of School Care is made available. This may suit an ex-teacher, teacher’s aid, housewife with grown children. Please forward your CV to [email protected]. Any query, please phone Glenis or Linda on ph. 2928 763.
TIMBER & BUILDING SUPPLIES - VACANCY A position is available at our Clevedon timber yard for a person with customer service skills. The position includes purchasing and hardware stock control and general office and yard duties. Training given. Applicants need to be flexible and able to fit into the team environment. Must be fit and able to work Saturday mornings. Some experience in the timber or hardware industry would be an advantage. Please email [email protected] or phone Dean on 292 8656
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CLEVEDON ANIMAL FARM
271Clevedon Kawakawa Road CLEVEDON
Farm Experience
Childrens parites
Hand feed the animals
Farm Walks
Pony & Donkey Rides
Educational
Outside garden amphitheatre Phone Lynn 292-9231 or see website
www.clevedonanimalfarm.co.nz
Your local grower!
Seasonal vegetables - Vegetable and herb plants
Organic sprays only
Order via our website www.clevedonherbsproduce.com and collect or pick from our selection outside the shed. McNicol Rd, Clevedon – on the left just before the Whiteside Lane turnoff Eftpos available Tuesday – Friday, 8.30am – 4.00pm or use the honesty box. Follow us on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter - @clevedonherbsproduce
LOCAL ELECTRICAN - reliable & experienced ALL ELECTRICAL WORK- including: DATA - NETWORKING - HOME AUTOMATION - AUDIO VISUAL
COMMERCIAL & DOMESTIC 0221661966 [email protected]
www.wildelectrical.co.nz
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CLEVEDON BOWLING CLUB Bowls are on every Saturday morning starting at 9:30am, weather permitting. Premises can be made available to other organisations outside these times. New members are most welcome, bowls supplied. All you need is flat soled shoes. Come and have a go! For further information please call John Kendall ph266 5664.
SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING CLUB Social dancing for fun, fitness & friendship. Wednesdays 7:30-9:30pm at Hillpark School Hall Grandvue Road, Manurewa. No partner or special clothes required. Soft soled shoes preferred. All ages from teens upwards welcome. Contact Glenis Ph.2922 825 or Heather Ph.2676375
CLEVEDON TENNIS CLUB Coaching: Junior & Senior [email protected] Cell ph: 022 081 9620
Friday 28 July - Junior Prizegiving at Tennis Club 6.30 pm followed by Annual General Meeting. Social Play - Tues nights 7 pm, Wednesday mornings 9 am & Friday mornings 8.30 am · 125th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS this year on SATURDAY 28 OCTOBER 2017 (diarize this date now). Local interested Community Members invited to join us. Contact: [email protected]
CLEVEDON THAI CHI Friday mornings 9-10:30am at Clevedon Bowling Club with Jack & Judy Zhang ph.2928717
All ages welcome – Gold coin donation Health benefits include: better balance & flexibility, alleviates stress. Reduces pain, anxiety & depression, lowers blood pressure & enhances immune system. Greater aerobic capacity & muscle strength.
CLEVEDON NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP - way more than riding
We welcome new members to the club, please see our website http://www.clevedonnaturalhorsemanship.com/ for rules and more information. Weather permitting, we will be meeting at Waitawa Regional Park on Monday mornings and Clevedon A&P Showgrounds on Thursday mornings. Our membership secretary, Joy McLeod, can be contacted on [email protected].
FIRESIDE BRIDGE CLUB CLEVEDON The friendly Clevedon Bridge Club is in full swing (or is that deal?). The club meets every Wednesday from 10.15 to about 2.15 at All Souls Church Hall, Clevedon for friendly duplicate bridge, with usually 7 or more tables. BYO Lunch. Further information: Pauline Melles 2997433 / 027 6015457
CLEVEDON PONY CLUB: website www.clevedonponyclub.org.nz
Clevedon Pony Club wrapped up its season with it’s annual prizegiving and AGM in early May. Kate Keane was re-elected president, and Alison Fromont has stepped into the role of vice-president. A few fresh faces have adopted committee roles, and the club looks forward to a busy 2017/18 season with Michelle Bogaard as our inspirational head coach. Last season was frustrating due to wet weather compounded by poor drainage at the grounds which led to cancellation of a number of key events. We are pleased to see the A&P grounds undergoing remedial works now, which should lead to drier conditions underfoot and less likelihood of ground damage in future. Our season will kick off again in September with pre-season registration. In the meantime many of our members continue to do us proud at winter showjumping, dressage and showhunter competitions around Auckland. .
CLUB NEWS
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FOR SALE : 2 x Heating Towel Rails - pre-loved & fully functional $15 each One of dims 600 x 600 – one of dims 450 x 450 (approx). Ph. 2928886
MARKET PLACE This is an information section of the Roundup which is open for your small classified ads for private trade of small goods and/or some livestock. These small ads are limited to 25 words + photo, to be sent by email to: [email protected], before each closing date.
Clevedon Costumes & Vintage Apparel Costume Hire – Vintage Bridal Design - Alterations & Mending Services
Sewing workshops and private classes available
www.graciematthews.com [email protected] bus: 09 292 3035 mob: 0220 182 711
UPDATE FROM THE VILLAGE (from our regular advertiser and printer of the Roundup): The team at RE/MAX Edge in Clevedon are excited to announce they have just received the following accolades for New Zealand.
Top Teams #3 – Michelle Goodman and Richard Sumner
Individual Sales Associates #7 – John Ryburn
Top Offices # 4 This is a great result for our new business and we would like to thank all our vendors and purchasers who have helped make this possible. We have also had 3 more salespeople join our team (photos below) :
Annie and Warwick Wilson are based in Miranda and have over 30 years experience in the industry particularly covering the Franklin area.
Andrew Budden, another Clevedon local who is excited to be based closer to home and have more involvement in our community. If you would like to talk to our team about selling your home or you are an agent looking for the next step in your career, please call in for a chat.
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APPRECIATION - THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
Many thanks to our helpers & supporters in the production and distribution of this publication Richard and Michelle at Remax Clevedon, for printing the Roundup Z station & Lions of Clevedon for their generous donations to Roundup Acorns of Clevedon, our drop off point (& pick-up for distribution) Our many advertisers, our supportive Community And our many reliable Volunteers providing their great skills & valuable time
CLEVEDON COMMUNITY POLICE OFFICE Manned by volunteers
OFFICE HOURS, 11 am – 2 pm Monday to Friday, except Public Holidays
Phone 292 3060 Crime Reporting Line, 571 2800,
to report crimes, suspicious vehicles or suspicious
persons. In case of EMERGENCY, Dial 111
JUSTICES OF THE PEACE Available Every Wednesday, 2pm to 4pm
in the Clevedon District Centre On a rostered basis - Gwen Bull,
Jan Sinclair and Lesley Eisig (Ph no’s below) or 09 2928 758
Special Notices N.B. This is also YOUR area to use and advise of special notices you wish to be published.
Please send these in to: [email protected] by the nominated closing deadline (see page 3)
Our deepest Sympathy on your bereavement to the Hall, Martin-Welsh, Walters, Keane families
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Looking for a local Justice of the Peace?
Gwen Bull 292-8758 Cliff Deery 292-2504 William Adams 292-2669 Lesley Eisig 2929 224 Rob Hurley 292-2263 Jan Sinclair 292-2421
CLEVEDON LIBRARY HOURS
Thursday mornings: 10:30am - 12:15pm Saturday mornings: 10:00am – 11:45am
COMMUNITY NOTICE BOARD