settling in south auckland 2016-17

SOUTH AUCKLAND

A GUIDE FOR NEW RESIDENTS 2016-17A GUIDE FOR NEW RESIDENTS 2016-17

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Easy.From this point, till the day you move in, we are here to make things easy. Whether choosing from one of our plans, or creating something a little different, visit our website to discover the easiest way to get the home you want.

Select from over 60 plans or modify one to suit your needs. You can choose to manage the build yourself with an A1 Kit Home, or take it a step further and have us take care of it for you.

Call A1homes or visit our website to start building your home today.

Your big plans made easy.Contact: Tony Smith t: 09 238 1000 m: 021 880 380 e: [email protected]

Showhome: 8 Kilbryde Crescent, Pokeno

Open: Tues to Fri 10am - 3pm Sat 12pm - 3pm






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From this point, till the day you move in, we are here to make things easy. Whether choosing from one of our plans, or creating something a little different, visit our website to discover the easiest way to get the home you want.












Contact: Mareet Carleyt: 09 238 1000 m: 027 245 6857e: [email protected]

Showhome:8 Kilbryde Crescent, Pokeno

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From this point, till the day you move in, we are here to make things easy.Whether choosing from one of our plans, or creating something a little differ-ent, visit our website to discover the easiest way to get the home you want.



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Welcome ________________________ 4

Important Numbers _________________ 5

History ________________________ 6-7

Community _____________________ 8-9

Children ________________________ 10

Education & Childcare ______________ 11-14

Fitness _________________________ 15

Health & Beauty _________________ 16-19

Remembrance ___________________ 20

Flowers & Gifts ____________________ 21

Dining & Entertainment____________ 22-24

Around the Home _______________ 25-28

Rural __________________________29

Pets __________________________ 30

Motoring & Transport ________________ 31

Contents

New residents to South Auckland will quickly learn that keeping up with local happenings is a breeze.

That’s because the district is served by a variety of local news services which provide the latest happenings as well as valued information on living in South Auckland.

Community newspapers are delivered every week across the district, and are a great source of information on everything from school successes to events, policing, and much more.

Indeed, residents have easy access to coverage of council decisions, sports, the arts, education, health, entertainment and all manner of local issues and events. They can also read about major individual achievements and local business progress. Importantly, South Auckland residents are kept in the know!

Auckland Council also posts to all residents a regular update on its decisions and public activities keeping South Aucklanders informed about council developments.

Keeping up with the news

Published by Times House Publishing, PO Box 259 243 Botany, Auckland 2163.Level 1, The Lane, Botany Town Centre, 588 Chapel Rd, East Tamaki. Phone 271 8080. Fax 271 8073.www.timeshouse.co.nz. Publishers of Rural Living, Design & Build and Settling In.

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Welcome to the district...Congratulations on choosing to live in this vibrant and multi-cultural area of Auckland – the south is a diverse community with a wealth of facilities and amenities for every age group.

From Manukau in the north, through to Papakura in the south, the region is enjoying a resurgence of growth as prospective homeowners discover affordable and attractive housing among a range of properties within new and existing suburbs.

At Manukau, new apartments are springing up in close proximity to its comprehensive and central shopping city. These are also close to the new train station and new Manukau Technical Institute campus situated at Hayman Park (at the corner of Manukau Station Road and Davies Avenue), directly above Manukau Station.

Just a stone’s throw away is the Manukau District Court, the long-standing fun park, Rainbow’s End, the architecturally relevant, Vodafone Events Centre, the Manukau SuperClinic which provides specialist outpatient appointments and day procedures and the new Vector Wero Whitewater Park.

But the wonderful facilities of South Auckland go beyond central Manukau. To the east there still remains easy access to the countryside and facilities such as pony clubs and sports parks.

As one heads further south, the magnificent Auckland Botanic Gardens at Manurewa is free to the public and offers many hectares of gardens, walks and recreational areas as well as cafe facilities.

At the other end of the road, so to speak, is Papakura, a district

which has been welcoming settlers for 150 years. Now, 2016 sees a new dawn as housing projects escalate, attracting families looking for value without sacrificing lifestyle.

With its proud heritage, Papakura is facing a vibrant future boosted by its growing population and new neighbourhoods including those in Takanini, Karaka Lakes and Drury.

At the centre of this population growth is its great location on the Manukau Harbour, with easy access to the Southern Motorway, being a real bonus.

The area’s amenities also offer varied lifestyle opportunities with key facilities such as Massey Park Stadium and pool, McLennan Park and the world-class facilities at Bruce Pulman Park, fast making Papakura the sporting hub of South Auckland.

New locals will find a museum, art gallery, markets, theatres, plenty of dining facilities and much more. With a train station virtually in the heart of Papakura, rail links to Auckland’s CBD and centres such as Manukau, Sylvia Park and Newmarket are excellent.

Shopping, schools, medical facilities and professional and trade services abound ensuring the many new developments are already served by essential amenities. Other residential suburbs, lying between Manukau and Papakura, all offer their own particular appeal.

So, enjoy your new home – you are living in a fascinating part of New Zealand – here’s to settling in quickly and best wishes for the future.

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Alcohol and Drug Helpline ______________ 0800 787 797Citizens Advice Bureau ________________ 0800 367 222Civil Defence ______________________ 0800 222 200Coastguard Manukau _________________ 09 817 6690

Papakura _________________ 09 299 9516Auckland__________________ 09 303 4303If no reply, phone Police

Counties Care A&M (Papakura) ____________09 299 9380Electric Power Lines Down______________ 0800 100 202Emergencies Police, Fire, Ambulance ______________ 111Gas Leaks/Broken Mains ________________ 09 301 0101Healthline ________________________0800 611 116Hospitals Pukekohe Hospital ___________________09 237 0600 Franklin Memorial Hospital _____________ 09 235 9284 Middlemore Hospital _________________09 276 0000 KidzFirst Hospital ___________________09 276 0000 Manukau Superclinic _________________ 09 277 1660Lifeline 24 Hr Counselling ______________ 0800 543 354MAF – Animal Welfare Complaints ________ 0800 008 333

– Exotic Disease Hotline ____________0800 809 966

Metservice – Weather forecasts __________ 0900 999 09Noise Control ______________________ 09 301 0101Plunketline _______________________ 0800 933 922Poisons & Hazardous Chemicals __________ 0800 764 766Police – Counties/Manukau District Headquarters 09 261 1300

– Papakura Central Police Station ______09 295 0200 – Community Constable Takanini ______ 09 298 1070– Manurewa Police Station __________09 268 5800– Clendon Community Policing Centre ___ 09 267 9339

SPCA ____________________________ 09 256 7300Watercare _________________________ 09 442 2222Womens & Childrens Refuge Crisis Line _____ 0800 733 843Victim Support _____________________0800 842 846Useful websites:Neighbourhood Support ______________ www.ns.org.nz Civil Defence ______________ www.civildefence.govt.nzPapakura Business Association _____ www.papakura.co.nzManurewa Business Assoc. _ www.manurewabusiness.co.nzCitizens Advice Bureau ______________www.cab.org.nzImmigration Advice NZ Ltd _www.immigrationadvicenz.com

H I S T O R Y


Port Waikato

The explosion of housing growth in and near Papakura, especially in the Takanini area, heralds a new lifestyle age but the district is steeped in history.

Papakura is a Maori word believed to have originated from papa, meaning earth or flat and kura meaning red, reflecting the rich, fertile soil upon which the community was founded.

An early frontier settlement, the first Europeans made their home there some 150 years ago under what was then the Waikato Immigration Scheme.

Many of those original 4000 immigrants, tempted by the offer of free land, settled in wider Papakura and also further south in the Franklin district. They came from Scotland, Ireland, England and the Cape Colony, leaving behind families and all that was familiar to them.

The voyages were long and arduous and some arrived in their new homeland having lost loved ones en route. On arrival they faced long delays before even setting foot on ‘their’ land with most living in disused army barracks, tents, or shacks at best.

Aviation history made in Papakura

Aircraft and flight enthusiasts will be fascinated to learn that the first controlled powered flight in New Zealand took place over Papakura in February 1911.

Pioneering aviators, Vivian and his brother, Leo Walsh built a British-designed Howard Wright biplane from imported plans.

When it was completed, a small group of spectators watched Vivian fly the ‘Manurewa’ more than 350 metres at a height of 20 metres over Glencora Park – an amazing feat.

The brothers went on to found the New Zealand Flying School, with Vivian becoming the first New Zealander to obtain an aviator’s certificate and, of course, today, the Ardmore Airfield and local flying clubs continue the area’s long association with aviation.

Peace tree stands test of time

We think of our schools as places of learning but when the Reverend W.C. Wood planted an acorn in the Papakura School grounds on July 19, 1919, as a contribution to the local peace celebrations after the First World War, the school yard took on new meaning.

This ‘peace oak’ was intended not so much as a war memorial but as a symbolic commemoration of peace and victory.

The tree and accompanying plaque can still be seen near the north-western boundary of what is now Central Park,

within view of the Papakura-Karaka First World War memorial.

Papakura’s rich history all in a name

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Manukau

Manurewa – a central hub

For many years the wider Manuaku district was mostly rural with settlement escalating after the Second World War. The 50’s then the 60’s and 70’s saw development of suburbs such as Manurewa, Hillpark, Totara Heights and later The Gardens plus other new housing subdivisions.

With the amalgamation of Manukau County and Manurewa Borough in 1965, Manukau City was formed but it wasn’t until New Zealand-wide reorganisation of local government took place in 1989 that Manukau City absorbed Papatoetoe City and Howick Borough too. However it lost some land to the newly formed Papakura District.

For the next 21 years it thrived and under progressive mayors saw burgeoning growth across its multi-cultural region especially in the east.

But then, on November 1, 2010 Manukau City Council was abolished and the governed area was amalgamated into the Manukau, Howick, Manurewa-Papakura, and Franklin wards of the new Auckland ‘SuperCity’.

New infrastructure has seen the completion of a new south-western motorway from Manukau City almost to Avondale with further extension underway to provide a loop road from the north-western motorway to the southern. This link provides easy access to Auckland Airport.

The name Manukau, from the Manukau Harbour west of the city, is of Maori origin, and means ‘wading birds’ although it has been suggested that the name of the harbour was also sometimes rendered as Manuka, meaning a ‘marker post’ with which an early chief is said to have claimed the area.

Lying between Manukau centre and Papakura is the suburb of Manurewa with its well-furnished town centre housing a number of professional services such as accountants, lawyers, physiotherapists and orthodontists. In addition there are essential services such as libraries, schools, and the Local Board office.

Manurewa has a varied retail offering which includes a variety of cafés, and beauty services and the town centre itself has a large number of medical and personal services. In particular Manurewa is well known for the Auckland Botanic Gardens

and also the Nathan Homestead, home to the Manurewa Community Arts Centres, both on Hill Rd.

Manurewa Town Centre is proud of its Sunday market in the Northcrest Shopping Centre. It boasts ample parking both for shopping locally and for those travelling from its centrally located train station to other parts of Auckland City.

For more information visit Manurewa Business Association at http://www.manurewabusiness.co.nz where you will find an extensive community and business directory.

Auckland Botanic Gardens

Manukau Train Station

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www.national.org.nz

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Hon Judith CollinsMP FOR PAPAKURA

PAPAKURA OFFICERoselands Shopping Centre, PapakuraPhone: 09 299 7426Email: [email protected]

Authorised by Judith Collins, MP, Roselands Shopping Centre, 98 Great South Road, Papakura

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EXTENSIVE INFORMATION DATABASE – WEBSITE UPDATED REGULARLYGeneral Information (and forms), Contacts – Local Services and Networks (no appointments)

Clinics by Appointment/Referral: Legal, Age Concern, Counselling, Justices of the Peace, Health & DisabilityCounselling – Family, Personal, Employment (CV’s), Immigration Lawyers

Specialist Advocacy – Consumer/Credit, Housing/Tenancy, Welfare/BeneficiariesSettlement Support – Workshops for New Migrants – Refer Bureaux below that offer these services

Phone each Bureau for Opening Hours and Services available

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FREE, CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION, ADVICE & ADVOCACY

You do NOT have to be a CITIZEN of NEW ZEALAND to access our services

www.cab.org.nz

OTARA (09) 274 6577

Shop 2, 46 Fair MallOtara

PAPAKURA (09) 299 64114 Opaheke Rd

Papakura

PAPATOETOE(09) 278 5191

35A St George StPapatoetoe

OTAHUHU (09) 216 9813

30-32 Mason RdOtahuhu

MANGERE(09) 275 6885 Mangere Town

CentreMangere

MANUREWA(09) 2665729

Library Complex, Hills Rd Manurewa

Settlement Support Service

Other Bureaux/Services in South Auckland (incl. Eastern-Manukau publication) Pakuranga-Eastern Manukau (09) 576 8331 Settlement Support Service • Botany (09) 271 5382

www.national.org.nz

KANWALJIT SINGH BAKSHINATIONAL L IST MP BASED IN M ANUK AU E AST

Authorised by Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi, 1/131 Kolmar Road, Papatoetoe

AUCKL AND OFFICE Unit 1, 131 Kolmar Rd, Papatoetoe, Auckland

P: 09 278 9302

E: [email protected]

WELLINGTON OFFICEFreepost Parliament, Parliament Buildings, Wellington, 6011

P: 04 817 9303

E: [email protected]

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www.bakshi.co.nz

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Your Local Shopping Centre

www.manurewabusiness.co.nzFB: Manurewa Town Centre P: 09 269 5252

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Counties Manukau Grey Power is your local advocacy organisation promoting the welfare and well-being of all citizens in the 50 plus age group. Our mission is to be the appropriate voice for all New Zealanders. The more members we have, the bigger voice we have.

Counties Manukau Grey Power is your local

INTERESTED? Email [email protected] or phone

John 09 266 7583 or Janice 09 298 6867

Monthly Meetings: Erin Park Retirement Village, 62 Russell Road, Manurewa. 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10am. All welcome.

AN ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION OF ONLY $20 SINGLE OR $30 MARRIED COUPLEgives you a membership card, four Counties Manukau newsletters and four national magazines per year and a discount book, as well as eligibility to join our own energy company.

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WELCOME TO PAPAKURAPapakura offers you a perfect blend of

country and town – a diverse and charming environment in which to live, shop, eat, work or

socialise.For everything you need to know about

Papakura’s retail, food, professional and trade services as well as community information and

all the things that make this the heart of our district, look no further!

www.papakura.co.nzPhone 09 298 8996

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• Financial Accounts

• Income Tax & GST Returns

• Rental Property Returns

• Company Formations

• Business and Personal Tax Advice

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37 Papakura-Clevedon RdClevedon VillagePhone 292 9470www.myersca.co.nz

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School termsPrimary & Intermediate Schools 2016Term One: Monday, Feb 1-Friday, Feb 5 – Friday, April 15

Term Two: Monday, May 2 – Friday, July 8

Term Three: Monday, July 25 – Friday, September 23

Term Four: Monday, October 10 – Tuesday, December 20*

Term One 2017: Mon, Jan 30-Tues, Feb 7 – Thurs, April 13

*Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 384 half-days in 2016.

Secondary Schools 2016Term One: Monday, Feb 1-Friday, Feb 5 – Friday, April 15

Term Two: Monday, May 2 – Friday, July 8

Term Three: Monday, July 25 – Friday, September 23

Term Four: Monday, October 10 – Friday, December 16**

Term One 2017: Mon, Jan 30-Tues, Feb 7 – Thurs, April 13

**Or to a day in December which ensures that the school has been open for instruction for 380 half-days in 2016.


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Education is one thing new South Auckland families don’t have to worry about. From childcare and pre-school facilities through to secondary college, as well as extra-curricular activities and tuition, the district is well catered for.

When it comes to pre-school care, parents can be confident that they will find something to suit their personal needs.

In addition to playcentres and kindergartens, there are numerous childcare centres that offer all day care for children from working families. Some of these cater for very young babies and some may take primary aged children after school has finished.

Centres adhere to strict regulations and offer proper sleeping arrangements for young infants. Some provide hot meals during the day and most have excellent indoor/outdoor facilities. All employ trained staff and work to government guidelines when it comes to teacher/child ratios, social programmes and developmental skills.

Newcomers to South Auckland can be confident about local

Education - pre-school to high-schoolschools too. The wider area is well endowed with quality primary and secondary schools, some in rural districts which offer a touch of country to their focus.

While most secondary schools and many primary schools are subject to zoning, it is possible in some cases for out of zone pupils to be placed in a school of choice if there are unfilled places. Some have no zoning restrictions.

Most local schools have an open door policy when it comes to community interest and parental enquiries are welcomed. When seeking an appropriate school enquire about special programmes such as music, drama, catering, science, environmental sustainability and sports programmes.

As well as formal state and private education facilities, there are also opportunities to attend hobby classes and special interest groups with tuition on a variety of subjects. Without doubt, South Auckland offers people of all ages and cultures many exciting and satisfying ways of learning in a structured or informal environment.



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ESOL classes: Community Classes for all refugees and migrants who want English for settlement.English for Employees free for all refugees and migrants who are in paid employment.Work Talk for people wanting to get ready for work.Police Recruit Literacy Programmes for refugees and migrants wanting to join the police force.English for Migrants 1:1 tutoring by for those who have paid the English tuition fee to Immigration.One on one tutoring in the community:Trained volunteer tutors teach English in the learner’s home once a week. Volunteer ESOL home tutor course for volunteers wanting to teach English to refugees and migrants — 6 sessions NZQA approved.

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South Auckland residents requiring treatment at a private hospital don’t need to travel the considerable distance to Auckland City, as the region is fortunate to be served by a privately owned surgical hospital at Botany South.

Featuring state of the art facilities and technology, Ormiston Hospital is easily accessed from the motorway and provides top quality private surgery from some of the country’s leading surgeons.

Over 70 specialists, covering all specialities (with the exception of cardiac and neurosurgery), offer their services at Ormiston Hospital, which features:• Six operating theatres• A highly advanced endoscopy suite• 12-bed recovery unit• 16-bed second stage step-down day patient recovery• Close Observation Unit• Physiotherapy for all post-operative rehabilitation • On-site radiology, pharmacy and cafe

• Free visitor parking• Flexible visiting hours• Shopping and dining outlets nearby

The hospital has 32 in-patient beds. Single and double rooms all have en suites, Sky TV, telephone and high-speed internet. Patients receive a complimentary daily newspaper and current magazines are available for leisure reading.

Balanced meals with a daily changing menu catering for special diets, children’s needs, specific food allergies and gluten-free, are provided by Nourish Café, located within the hospital.

Ormiston Hospital aims to make the patient stay a safe, comfortable and pleasant experience.

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The Denture and Denture Implant Clinics

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New residents seeking professional services from health, beauty and wellbeing experts will find plenty of choice locally.

There is no need to travel far for quality health providers such as dentists, doctors, podiatrists, dieticians, personal trainers or beauty therapists, South Auckland offers plenty of choice.

Of course, skin and hair care, inner health, sound feet, beautiful hands, a fit body and a pain-free existence are all part of general wellbeing and these areas of life take precedence for some.

In addition to general practitioners and medical centres, South Auckland is home to the Manukau Super Clinic, offering an outpatient service and day procedures. There is no emergency department as this is located at Middlemore Hospital in Papatoetoe. For those wanting private hospital treatment then Ormiston Hospital and the Specialist Centre at Botany South is perfectly situated.

However, at Awhinatia Health, in Papakura, Counties Manukau Health provides a wide range of dedicated mental health services for Manukau, Papakura and Franklin residents.

The Papakura Primary Birthing Unit with associated midwifery service, is located in Clevedon Rd, providing yet another valuable health facility in the district.

In addition to medical and counselling services, there are, of course, pharmacies, beauty and massage therapists, hairdressers, nail technicians and various health practitioners, including acupuncturists and more throughout South Auckland.

Whether one is seeking a deep cleansing facial, invigorating or relaxing massage, traditional Chinese medicine or a pedicure, there are clinics, studios and salons to choose from.

Natural health therapists offer many forms of relief for different and often distressing conditions while for some a spa treatment, inner cleansing, hair appointment, exercise workout, skin rejuvenation or massage is a regular ritual never to be missed.

Explore your local area and discover a wealth of health practitioners, across a broad spectrum, who make treatment of illness or accidents and relief from stress, tension and worries, their client priority.

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Eye healthRegular eye testing will help ensure good eye health especially if there is a family history of poor eyesight or eye disease.

In the industrial workplace, eyes at risk can be protected by wearing safety glasses and, remember, driving is impossible if eyesight fails. Holding a driver’s licence is dependent on good vision and motorists are advised to have an eyesight test every two years.

Failing eyesight or other severe eyesight problems may be prevented or rectified by consulting an optometrist regularly. While biennial eye testing is recommended there are times when more frequent testing may be required. These include during a child’s growing years when the eye is also growing; in middle life when the focusing system begins to weaken; and in later years when eye health problems begin to occur such as cataracts and glaucoma.

Regular eye checks can help preserve eyesight but injuries can still occur. The eye is extremely sensitive and it is easy to aggravate an injury. In almost every instance proper medical aid is advised.



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Our caring team will look after your wishes and help you plan a memorable, affordable service with attention to every detail.

Two excellent locations with 24 hour care:

Cnr Wood & Elliot Sts, PapakuraPh (09) 298 2957

36 Maich Rd, ManurewaPh (09) 266 6177


Final farewellDiscussing funerals and death is seldom easy but working through this process with reassuring and approachable professionals helps put people at ease.

Families place considerable trust in funeral directors at an extremely difficult time and, fortunately, South Auckland is privileged to have the services of long standing and reputable companies which offer practical and emotional support.

Flexible and culturally sensitive, local directors can help with suggestions for venues, caskets, flowers, service details, brochures and more.

They can also advise on ways in which to involve family, friends and grandchildren in the service and can, generally, take care of special burial or cremation requests too.

Those in need of professional yet dignified assistance after a death in the family, have plenty of help at hand.

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Welcomes you … to our place – your local florist shop.

A place where you can get beautiful flowers with a selection of gifts and gourmet foods that’s sure to delight your friends and family.

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Come and enjoy a pleasurable shopping experience discovering NZ’s finest

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There is a diverse range of excellent entertainment and dining venues throughout South Auckland.

While dining out can be a haphazard affair when patrons are unfamiliar with their local restaurants, by taking a drive around the local district, newcomers will not only become familiar with the area but will gain a feel for the many and varied dining options available.

What’s more there is something for all tastes and budgets.

New residents will find local café owners and restaurateurs to be accommodating and willing to oblige special requests such as vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free meals if advised early enough. However, most venues already have a range of vegetarian choices on their menus.

Remember too, come public holidays, many waiver surcharges and at Christmas, a number of restaurants remain open throughout the holiday period.

Regardless of whether one is seeking a laid-back family restaurant which is priced accordingly, casual BYO wine café, a local ‘drinking hole’ with great bar snacks or an upmarket venue with top of the range cuisine, the local district has it all.

In fact, with its selection of contemporary and ethnic cafes, trendy bars, coffee houses and diverse takeaway outlets, not to mention that the friendly Manurewa Cosmopolitan Club and the

Weymouth Cosmpolitan Club both offer locals loads of choice.

But beyond the dining scene, South Auckland also offers pub gigs, concert venues and cinemas.

In addition, The Hawkins Theatre community cinema and performing arts venue has been an essential part of Papakura for the past 25 years. It provides a venue for everything from local theatre to touring shows of all description. It also hosts a season of films, with a particular focus on New Zealand, overseas festivals and ‘arthouse’ films.

At Manukau the Vodafone Events Centre hosts many concerts as well as sports, cultural and corporate events. In addition there are various markets to choose from including the Manukau Markets on a Sunday at the Vodafone Events Cente and The Market on Broadway in Papapkura every Saturday morning.

The latter offers a selection of food, health, beauty, clothing, arts and gifts, and entertainment for the whole family.

The whole of Broadway between Great South Road and O’Shannessey Street is closed to traffic to create the market environment. These are but two markets; others are held in various parts of the wider district.

Indeed, throughout South Auckland, new residents will find a meld of rustic and sophisticated ways to socialise and enjoy life.

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PalazzoRed Shedwww.redshedpalazzo.co.nz

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WINNER of Rural Cafe of the YearBreakfast/Lunch – licensedOPEN 7 days 8.30am - 4.00pm

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Murphy’s Law Irish Bar is set on 3 acres in the beautiful countryside beneath the Drury Hills. The Sports Bar is always full of action with a gaming lounge and TAB facilities plus plenty of TVs to watch your favourite sporting event. Great entertainment Friday/Saturday nights. Great pub fare, friendly staff, huge outside garden areas. Open 7 days except Christmas Day, 11am till late. Motorhome Park for your short stay requirements. Like us on Facebook.

• Courtesy van available Wed-Sat, travels within a 15km radius of Murphy’s Law.

• Closed Easter Friday and Christmas Day

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712 Great South Road, Manukau. Open 7 days from 12pm

Phone 263 9696 • www.1981.co.nz

Manukau’s busiest nightspot – dine in or simply socialise – 1981 has it all!

• All day brunch and full dinner menu caters for all ages• Fully licensed with two function rooms and

three outdoor decks• Check out our tasty ribs, homemade pizzas and more

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Waterfall • Function CentreWedding Venues

128 Mauku Rd, Patumahoewww.wrightswatergardens.co.nz

Ph 09 236 3211 • Mob 021 399 971Open Thursday-Sunday 10am-4.30pm

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7 acres of water gardens, natural waterfalls and streams. 30 ponds with waterlilies and

lotus. Sculptures and cafe shop.

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John Bannister has over 35 years experience in the fl ooring industry

in both the domesticand commercial markets.

Together with his family, theyown and operate both thePukekohe and Manukau

JB’s Flooring Xtra stores.

4/21 Ronwood Ave, Manukau. Phone 09 262 0048

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153B Manukau Rd, Pukekohe.Phone 09 238 2954

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RenovationsWith house prices climbing dramatically in recent years, many local homeowners have opted to renovate their existing home rather than sell and buy again.

Often the most important areas to update are bathrooms and kitchens. Fortunately the local district is well endowed with highly professional kitchen, bathroom and building companies staffed by experienced people.

Before starting a renovation scour magazines for ideas. Be sure to get several quotes and be sure each company is quoting on a level playing field – the same materials and the same quality of fixtures and fittings. Allow for extras and price rises.

Many local companies will provide a free measure and quote and most will be happy to assist with ideas and practicalities that might change your initial thinking to some degree.

If a garden renovation is on the agenda, enjoy exploring local nurseries and garden centres where you are sure to find landscaping supplies and garden art as well as a plethora of plants to transform the outdoors.



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Whether moving into an existing property or a new build, most new home owners will be thinking décor, furnishings and landscaping. For a lucky few everything will be perfect.

But for most there will, at least, be a little (or a lot) of redecorating in store. It may just be a new carpet, a splash of paint or a change of drapes or it may be a total makeover – complete new bathroom and kitchen plus every room revamped.

In a new house, the colour scheme may be in place or you may be in the throes of bringing it all together and need to use local suppliers. Whatever the case, South Auckland offers excellent home décor and maintenance shops and services for every need.

Naturally, when everything is finally done, it is important to protect one’s investment with ongoing maintenance and refurbishment. What’s more, because the home revolves around individual family needs that will change with time, it may become necessary to make major changes.

Rumpus rooms and swimming pools which seemed a good idea when children were young may no longer be required

when reaching retirement age? However, before undertaking major alterations take a good, impartial look around and decide whether you can do the job yourself or need professional help.

Whether recreating space for a new use, extending the home to accommodate a growing family or ageing parents, or remodelling for a more contemporary look, it pays to have a sound plan.

Fortunately, South Auckland is blessed with tradespeople and companies, such as kitchen and bathroom specialists, who can assist. Most cater for various budgets and some will bring samples to the home.

Regardless of what type of job needs to be done – accessorising, restyling, extending, landscaping or total makeover – new residents will find reputable people in the interiors/exteriors industry to help.

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Woodgrain Tiles Mosiac Tiles Wall & Floor Tiles

TILESVisit to discover a huge range of

stylish, quality tiles

Manufacturers of timber frames and trusses, suppliers of allbuilding materials including: timber, hardware, stairs and doors plus

landscaping materials such as concrete, blocks, bricks and pavers.

We have reps Auckland wide so we can come to you or drop in and visit us at:

28 Trugood Dr, East Tamaki.for all trade & retail sales

Phone 09 253 901011756

Ph / Fax: 09 298 9002Email: [email protected]

Fantastic opportunity to invest in top quality fabrics at clearance prices.

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Makers of curtains, drapes, roman blinds plus suppliers of roller, venetian and timber blinds!

Call the girls at Rainbow Curtains forquality and affordable prices

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Tel: 09 299 3999Email: [email protected]: www.reharvest.co.nz

Providing Premium Woodchip Products for: garden mulches, decorative coloured woodchip, animal bedding, equestrian horse arenas, early childhood centres, primary schools, district and local councils.

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Ultrawood Homes212 Great South RoadTakanini

Ph: (09) 299 65560508 LockwoodEmail: [email protected]

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Independent garden centre with years of knowledge, we can help you with one plant or 1000s. We can also help you with all your landscaping needs and price up plans.

Come in and meet Kevin and his team for the friendliest and most helpful plant advice in Auckland.

www.theplantmarket.co.nz

Come in and meet Kevin and his team

Open 7 days

8.30am-5pmPhone 09 264 0671Great South Rd, Takanini(opposite Manukau Golf Club)www.theplantmarket.co.nz

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524 Great South Road, DruryPhone 09 298 1494 Open 7 days

� Specialist garden centre with everything you need in one place

� 2 acres of land offers you a huge range of garden products

� Get the right advice from experts in garden and landscaping

Two-acre treasure trove of ceramic pots, trees and shrubs, garden ornaments and supplies

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STIHL SHOP™ Downs267 Great South Road, Drury

Phone 09 294 8585www.stihlshopdowns.co.nz

For some people the move to South Auckland may also mean relocating to one of the area’s small blocks with enough land to keep a few animals or a large garden.

But a small block of say, between two and 10 acres, still means work even if it isn’t big enough from which to make a living.

There will be fences to build and maintain, hedges to cut and possibly hay to make. You may even have a small arena to maintain if a pony is part of the package. There could be a need for chicken coops or animal shelters as well as sheds to house specialist tools and equipment. Think about security, veterinary services and the many other jobs which come with owning a lifestyle property.

Fortunately, the South Auckland area is home to many rural orientated businesses which can provide the proper advice, services and expertise needed to ensure small blocks and the

animals they support, remain in peak condition.

While many landowners are also able handypersons, others work during the week and may need to employ experts to do those ‘must not neglect’ jobs.

Before starting out on any project, and certainly before bringing in animals you may know little about, ensure you are fully prepared. Seek the advice of knowledgeable and experienced local people. You’ll find everything you need nearby from experts on animal care and feed right through to a mountain of services to keep your property and equipment in good order.

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Complete veterinary care

Vaccinations De-sexing, orthopaedic surgeries etc Micro-chipping Xrays, dentals Stockists of Hills and Royal Canin Motorway end of Beach Road We’d love to see you!

129 Beach Road, Papakura www.beachroadvetclinic.co.nz

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Tel. 09 298 6783

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Auckland SPCA, 50 Westney Road, Mangere.Ph: 09 256 7300.

Visit our website at www.spca.org.nz

Help pets settle inPets love routine and stability in their lives, so moving home can be a stressful time for them (and you!) But there are some simple steps pet owners can take to help them adjust. Check out the following tips:

� Be sure to microchip. It’s a great idea to microchip pets (your vet will do this for you), and update their details on the NZ Companion Animal Register (www.animalregister.co.nz). This will help you find lost pets if they wander off from their new home.

� Have everything ready. If there’s going to be a lot of disruption at your new place, consider boarding your pets in a kennel or cattery for a few days, while settling in.

� Provide a refuge room. When your cats move to a new home, keep them confined indoors (with a litterbox) for at least a week. Also provide a quiet ‘refuge room’ where they can avoid the stress and noise of unpacking.

� Explore slowly. Take your dog on regular walks around the new neighbourhood so it can identify smells and start learning

where this new home is located. Don’t rush things with your cats – they will explore outside when they’re ready.

� Keep things familiar. Unpack your pet’s things straight away. Familiar items such as beds, bowls and toys will help them feel at home.

� Be prepared. Establish yourself with your new veterinary clinic as soon as possible. Don’t wait for a medical problem to arise. Call in, have a look around, and register your pet’s details.

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Fully factory trained technicians

State-of-the-art workshop facilities and equipment

New Holden and Nissan Vehicles

Access to more than 300 used cars

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Car maintenance is a breeze locally. Throughout the South Auckland there are franchised and general car dealerships offering both new and used vehicles for sale in virtually every price range. Whether seekng a small urban run around, a family wagon, SUV or something bigger and more rugged with four wheel drive, you’ll find it locally.

The region also offers a selection of specialists dealing in everything from automotive repairs to panelbeating, auto electrical maintenance, vehicle air conditioning, tyre servicing and more.

There are a multitude of sites for Warrant of Fitness checks and renewal of road user charges for those driving diesel vehicles. What’s more one doesn’t have to drive far from any location before passing a service station where petrol and other commodities are available.

The region also abounds with car wash and valet services including truck wash and grooming outlets and when it comes to buying parts and automotive accessories there are a number of specialist retailers catering for most makes and models.

Of course, vehicles and commuters need roads and transport and South Auckland is well served by the Southern Motorway, regional roads, rail and regular bus services. In particular, train stations are located close to the centre of Papakura, Manurewa and Manukau townships – a real boon for commuters who work locally or who need to travel further towards Auckland city.

The Southern Motorway also links to the South-Western which provides easy access to Auckland international and domestic airports. Of course, the Southern Motorway takes one directly south to Waikato, Hamilton and beyond and north to Auckland’s CBD and also across the Harbour Bridge to the North Shore and eventually onwards to Northland .

Motorists well catered for

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