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Papakura Courier Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Your place, your paper
2 PAPAKURA COURIER, FEBRUARY 26, 2020 neighbourly.co.nz
YOUR LOCAL NEWS neighbourly.co.nz/papakuracourier
The road cone route to nirvana How to
contact us
borough of Southwark, which is
The struggling to sell its own
upgrades.
neighbourly.co.nz/
Extra But increasingly, expect to
papakuracourier
Niall find construction site fences Editorial inquiries:
dressed up with giant hoardings Go to our page on Neighbourly,
Todd Niall in AFIP’s yellow and black hues sign in and use the drop down
todd.niall@stuff.co.nz
with portrayals of what the contact menu to send us news tips,
finished project will look like. letters, what’s on or ask a question.
OPINION: If you think of a Activities and events near
Advertising
better, future Auckland as an some locations might be staged
Stuart Palmer 027 642 7471
omelette, then road cones and to provide some buzz about
stuart.palmer@stuff.co.nz
barriers would be the eggs that what’s ahead.
have been broken in order to One brand, one story, Classifieds 0800 835 323 or
make it. regardless of which of the aucklandclassifieds@stuff.co.nz
Struggling with that analogy? council’s family of agencies and
Postal address
Then spare a thought for joint ventures is leading the
12 Osterley Way, Manukau.
Auckland Council executives work.
PO Box 76-400, Manukau.
who are working out how to sell It is easy to bristle at council
construction disruption as good spending on public relations. Delivery
news. However, public support is 0800 339000, option 7;
Focus groups, quarterly Tunnel works for the City Rail Link are moving north up Albert St with new critical if politicians are to fixmydelivery.co.nz,
opinion surveys and an all- road closures imminent. continue signing off on distribution@stuff.co.nz
encompassing brand, important and transformative
AUDITED READERSHIP: 25,000
‘‘Auckland’s Future in Progress’’ of promotion is decided after being shown pictures, improvements.
(Nielsen: Q4 2017-Q3 2018).
(AFIP) are apparently already appropriate in future years. while 74 per cent were aware of Radio hosts may threaten to Delivered each Wednesday (RD areas
persuading Aucklanders that Don’t get me wrong, getting the $4.4 billion City Rail Link leave town and talkback radio Thursday) to: Alfriston, Ardmore, Brookby,
work approaching ‘‘peak Aucklanders to see beyond (CRL) project, only 36 per cent callers are welcome to air their Clevedon, Conifer Grove, Drury township,
disruption’’ in the city centre today’s construction detour is were aware of the long-standing views on disruption, but public Hunua, Karaka, Karaka Lakes, Kawakawa
and waterfront has a pay-off at important – and not because they plan to ‘‘green’’ Victoria St. opinion needs to be based on a Bay, Opaheke, Orere Point, Pahurehure,
the end worth waiting for. might think more kindly about More than 50 per cent good understanding of what is Papakura, Ponga, Red Hill, Takanini.
Includes Papakura RD 2, 3, 4, 5. Manurewa
Even those words – ‘Future’ their council. supported all eight city centre happening and why.
RD1. Papakura RD 1 (Karaka only).
and ‘Progress’ – have been Some $6 billion of public projects, ranging from 68 per Hopefully the council will go
bounced off focus groupies to see money is being spent over five cent for CRL down to 52 per cent beyond advertising and seize MISSED DELIVERY?
what buttons they push. years on projects ranging from for the still-to-commence opportunities to give Register at fixmydelivery.co.nz or
As you read this, the council’s the America’s Cup village, to a Victoria St work. Aucklanders a taste of what is to see e-editions at neighbourly.co.nz/
panel of three advertising more people-friendly Quay St As an excitement generator, come – for example, by closing papakuracourier
agencies are pitching to take the and Karangahape Rd, to public the Ferry Basin redevelopment, city centre roads for events to
good news story to another level. space between Princes and including the new public space, give a real taste of what a NZ MEDIA COUNCIL
Something approaching Queens Wharves – to name but a topped the list at 60 per cent, transformed city centre might This paper adheres to the principles
$300,000-$400,000 has been spent few of the eight major ones. followed by CRL on 57 per cent. feel like. of the NZ Media Council. To find
this year getting the campaign Research by the council Of course, there’s already a In the short-term, disruption out more or complain visit
under way, and that could rise involving 1000 Aucklanders in website with a map that’s drawn will be irritating, whether you mediacouncil.org.nz.
further, depending on what level November 2019 found that even interest from the London are a motorist or a pedestrian.
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Solo dad’s free
rent provision
BRITTANY KEOGH Chris received 50
A solo dad who advertised a room responses to his
in his home for $50 per week in listing offering
exchange for help with childcare
has found a flatmate. cheap rent to a
South Auckland man Chris, woman willing to
who didn’t want his last name
used, received about 50 responses walk his daughter
to his Trade Me listing offering to school. Gustavo the pig
cheap rent to a woman willing to and Gavin the
walk his 10-year-old daughter to rooster formed a
school. her until he finished work at friendship at an
Auckland animal
But only six of the applications 4.30pm. shelter.
were from people he believed to be On days when the flatmate was AUCKLAND
up to the task. ‘‘These types of ads busy in the afternoon, his daughter COUNCIL
attract a certain type of people and would go to after school care or a
they’re not always the most friend’s house.
responsible people,’’ he said. Chris had similar arrange-
Pig, rooster besties rehomed
By Wednesday last week, he ments with previous flatmates
had found someone who was the since becoming a single dad about
right fit and the successful appli- six years ago, because he had an
cant, who works night shifts, had empty room in his home but
moved into Chris’ Papakura prop- couldn’t afford to pay a nanny or
erty. But, instead of charging the au pair. RIPU BHATIA surroundings, which includes together and at night Gustavo
woman $50 as advertised, Chris He agreed with Tenants Protec- sharing the block with a few would curl up in his kennel
decided to give her the room for tion Association (Auckland) co- A pig and a rooster who formed chickens, sheep, goats and a with Gavin on guard in front of
free. ordinator Angela Maynard’s view a friendship at an animal shel- cat,’’ Kumar said. it,’’ she said.
The flatmate would not have to that work-for-rent agreements ter have found a new home The Weetbix-loving pig was ‘‘They were inseparable,
pay for power, water or internet would become more popular as together. found in Ōtara with ‘‘cuts all that’s why we really wanted
either, so her only living expense Auckland rental prices rose. Saddleback boar Gustavo over his body’’ in early Janu- them to be adopted together.’’
would be food. However, such arrangements arrived at the Manukau Ani- ary and was believed to have But Kumar said since mov-
‘‘It’s a pretty sweet gig really. I wouldn’t suit every family, Chris mal Shelter in South Auckland fallen off a trailer. ing Gavin is preferring to
start work at around six in the said. in January, where he Gavin had been at the shel- spend his time chasing chicks,
morning. I’ll head off for work, ‘‘You have to be quite open- befriended a rooster named ter since October 2019. creating a ‘‘rift’’ in the animals’
they can get up whenever suits, minded and relaxed in your views Gavin. Manukau Animal Shelter friendship.
help my daughter get ready for and your ways, because obviously Last week, the pair were senior officer Briar Fearns said ‘‘The rooster hangs out in
school and walk her to school.’’ you’re opening your house to a adopted by lifestyle block Gavin took Gustavo under his the trees with the chickens.
If the flatmate was able to, she complete stranger and they basi- owner Amit Kumar and moved wing during their time together ‘‘I think he now realises he’s
would also walk his daughter cally get the use of your house with to their new home in Drury. at the shelter. like them and not a pig,’’ he
home from school and look after you.’’ ‘‘They are loving their new ‘‘They would spend the day said.
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Backyard banter IN ASSOCIATION WITH NEIGHBOURLY AND ITS PARTNERS
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you might even get them in the
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HOST A NEIGHBOURHOOD
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BARBECUE AND/OR PICNIC
Summer is here and what’s more
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with your community and put on
a barbecue or picnic that the
ORANGA TAMARIKI whole family can enjoy?
There are more than 900,000
FIVE WAYS TO CELEBRATE children living in New Zealand.
CHILDREN’S DAY That’s nearly 20 per cent of
Opinion: At the heart of it all, Neighbourly is a NZ-owned New Zealand’s total population,
Children’s Day is about spending social media site creating so it only makes sense to have a
quality time with kids and easy ways for neighbours day of celebration for our kids –
connecting with community. to talk and connect. Join and the young at heart.
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Communities all over NZ have This year is all about getting out So what are you waiting for?
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www.childrensday.org.nz/find- your backyard or head down to and show the world that here in
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Saturday 29 February, 10am- 2pm
LONGFORD PARK VILLAGE OPEN DAY
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■ 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced 1
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■ 125g cherry tomatoes, Method
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■ 60g roasted macadamia nuts, of salted water to the boil.
chopped
Prep and roast beetroot: toss
Super grains beetroot with a small drizzle of
■ 1 mix of super grains (a blend of oil on a lined oven tray. Season
1
⁄2 cup freekeh, 1⁄4 cup red quinoa, and roast for about 12 minutes,
1 Tbsp amaranth) until warmed through.
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ARDMORE AIRPORT * H W R X W D Q G D E
New Zealand’s busiest general aviation airport K W V L P X V H P U
Situated approximately 1 km from are training for the purpose of gaining
Papakura and a short 10 minute drive professional pilots licenses and a career
from the centre of Papakura business
in the airline industry.
community, Ardmore Airport is a vital
In addition to pilot training, Ardmore
economic base for Papakura. Ardmore
Airport was established in 1943 and Airport provides a home for kiwi aviation
became an airport for General Aviation businesses on the world stage. More than
in 1952. The majority of tenants are 600 people are employed at the airport. QL X$ FN DO GQ 0H WUR
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businesses such as flying schools and Retailers and other businesses in and
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around Papakura benefit significantly
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through the employees and students being
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Airport is primarily a training airfield and based at Ardmore. For more information
the majority of the pilots visit www.ardmoreairport.co.nz
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Legal tangle of eight in a home
Eight people have
GOLDEN RULES: bought a home
ROB together, combining
STOCK * Enter all deals with your eyes four mortgages to
MONEY MATTERS open buy one house and
* Keep your eyes on the long-term property.
picture ROSA WOODS/STUFF
OPINION: Four Wellington
* Develop a ‘‘plan B’’ if it all falls
couples bought a house together
apart
and shared their property co-
ownership agreement online.
It makes for remarkable, and two, three or more family
sobering reading. households.
The people in the four couples Buying together means an
are all 30-something lawyers, affordable home with insurance
educators and managers. In any and maintenance bills shared,
normal property market, these but the more people involved,
four couples should each be able the more scope there is for
to afford homes of their own. individual circumstances to
But they can’t, and as they disrupt ownership.
love each other, they have This is why a co-ownership
embarked on a bold human agreement is needed.
experiment. The four couples’ agreement
In cities the world over is a contract of love and realism.
communal living is undergoing a All agree to act ‘‘reasonably’’,
resurgence, and is being and as the house is purchased
interpreted as both a return to with debt, and life is fraught
past human forms of co- with mishaps, they have agreed
habitation as well as a reaction to establish a hardship fund into
to grossly mismanaged housing which each couple will put an
markets. equal amount of money to help that breaks up must exit the Immediate notification of what buying a home is all
While house co-ownership in pay the mortgage should any hit home, unless they can agree to pregnancy, or even planning to about. I do hope I’m wrong
New Zealand usually involves a financial trouble. either stay in the home have a baby, is required. though.
moneyed parent taking a stake There are clauses in the amicably, or have one sell their And as people can’t always
in a place so their adult children contract about who the couples share to the other. manage to be reasonable, the
can get on the property ladder, or can sell, or transfer, their share If they both agree to stay contract stipulates mediation, if CALL TO ACTION
people clubbing together to buy a to, should they need to cash up. amicably, they must get agreement can’t be reached on Got a question for Rob or an issue
rental, or own a bach, these four The other couples must be relationship counselling, and an issue. you want him to tackle? Contact
couples plan on co-ownership as offered the chance to buy them will be on a three-month trial to I wish the couples success in Rob by going online to Neighbourly
co-inhabitants. out first, and can veto any see if it works. their venture, but perhaps and type the name of our
Multi-family households, external buyer they don’t want. Agreement is needed to bring because age has jaded me, and newspaper into the search bar.
however, are not common. Most Failure to come to an anyone new into the house because people and relationships Click our name and select Contact
couples who can afford to do not agreement can trigger a sale of (babies included), and are complex, I doubt there’s a from the menu bar and ‘‘message
live with others. Just 3 per cent the house, and everyone cashing compensation (if any) needs to be long-term sustainable living our reporter’’ from the drop-down
or so of households in 2013 were out. The contract says a couple agreed for the other couples. arrangement, and that’s menu.
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CONVERSATIONS
Rare disorder drug – cut the red tape
OPINION: Dylan Barker lives with a rare genetic condition turning muscles, tendons and ligaments to bone, locking him into his body. There is a drug in Australia for
fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva but Barker can’t get it imported here because of red tape. Why do we allow Barker to suffer just because of bureaucratic barricades? An
MP from each side of the house gives their views.
free of charge, it is just the cost of GST and safe use of medicines was provided to
that would have to be borne by him. health professionals and consumers. While
In the The article also mentioned that Dylan In the some may view this process of regulation by
red had received support from Rare Disorders
New Zealand, which had been dealing
blue Medsafe as bureaucratic and slow, it’s
essential we ensure Kiwis are safe when
corner with Customs and others to find a
solution.
corner accessing medicines.
New Zealand has also long benefited
If it is possible for a third party to Stuart Smith from having PHARMAC. The previous
Priyanca Radhakrishnan import the drug for Dylan, it would be the Kaikoura MP, National National Government increased medicines
List MP, Labour
third party who would have to bear the funding by an average of $24 million per
GST cost – not Dylan. iwis deserve to be part of healthy year, meaning 800,000 more New Zealanders
I
was very sorry to hear about Dylan
Barker’s serious genetic condition.
I empathise with his situation and
acknowledge the frustration he and
his family are experiencing in accessing
I understand Customs and Inland
Revenue have discussed the general
policy in this area and are open to looking
at the issue of import GST on donated
medicines, to see if a long-term solution
K society with a working health
system, where illnesses are
prevented as much as possible and
care is easily accessible.
When we need care, we should be able to
benefited from access to medicines.
By contrast, this Labour-led
Government has given less than half of that.
What this means is Kiwis are missing out
on medicines which would have been
treatment, more specifically the drug could be developed. I will follow this up access it regardless of our income, funded. We should be increasing
palovarotene. with the Ministers of Customs and Inland background or where we live. PHARMAC funding at the same level as the
I’m told it is possible to import Revenue. Dylan Barker isn’t alone in his plea to previous National Government did, to
palovarotene into New Zealand. These facts are admittedly of no remove red tape so he can get the medicine ensure more drugs are available to Kiwis.
It hasn’t been scheduled as a consolation to Dylan right now. However, he needs to treat his rare disorder. Despite Unfortunately the Government’s
prescription medicine here, but it I want to thank him for drawing attention his circumstances, it’s amazing that Dylan commitment to establish a rare disorders
wouldn’t be stopped at the border if Dylan to an important issue with current is able to push himself and get on with life medicines fund at a cost of $20 million has
or a third party imported it for his processes. while seeking to make positive changes for also not been delivered. It’s important this
personal use. I think it’s fair to say that for the most himself and others. fund is delivered so that people like Dylan
There would be a cost to purchase the part our teams at the Ministry of Health, We need to be clear as to why we have can access the medicines they need far
drug though, and the party importing the Inland Revenue and Customs administer certain procedures in place before we can easier and National will do this.
drug would likely have to pay GST on it, systems that serve New Zealanders well. address how to fix these issues. In 1998, the PHARMAC also currently assesses
which could be significant. But every so often a case arises that National Government launched Medsafe to medicines for rare disorders against the
The methods for valuing imported spotlights some room for improvement. regulate medicines in an open and same criteria as more widely used
goods, including medication, are It’s important we continue to improve transparent manner in line with best medicines, making it extremely difficult for
described in the Customs and Excise Act, our systems so they work well for all New international practice. those medicines to be approved. PHARMAC
which determines the amount of GST Zealanders. Medsafe was needed to ensure medicines should be required to review its criteria and
payable. I want to conclude by sending my best meet acceptable standards of safety, quality formula for rare disorders medicines to
From an earlier Stuff article about wishes to Dylan Barker and his family. and efficacy in their manufacture, storage ensure they aren’t overlooked simply
Dylan, I understand he was granted Their perseverance – and that of the and delivery. because they benefit a small number of
compassionate access to the drug in dedicated people at Rare Disorders New It was also established to ensure people.
Australia. In the event that this access was Zealand – is an example to us all. unbiased information about the selection This will help cut the red tape.
For any enquiries
Linda Wilson
M: 0272089515
Ph: 09 294 8663
A retirement E-mail:
village on the linda@karakaestate.co.nz
waters edge.
Karaka Lifestyle Estate
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It is situated in a lovely
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AUCKLAND’S
FUTURE
IN PROGRESS
Our city is going through a period of unprecedented
change. While the transformation is exciting, we
know it’s creating some frustration right now.
Many roading projects around the city centre have been
accelerated so we’re ready to host the America’s Cup
in 2021.
The Downtown Project is connecting our prized
waterfront to the new Commercial Bay shopping precinct,
Britomart and the new ferry terminal. Strengthening the
city’s sea wall along Quay Street is a big part of the job as Aotea Station
it hasn’t been touched since the 1890s. Artist impression
Up on Karangahape Road and down Victoria Street,
enhancements include safer ways to get into the city,
plus more people friendly spaces. The City Rail Link is also
about to start constructing the architecturally spectacular
Aotea, Karangahape and Mount Eden stations. We know it’s frustrating and appreciate your
understanding during the big build. When everything’s
Numerous private developments also need road access, done, the city will be a spectacular and more welcoming
like the Convention Centre, Commercial Bay, new hotels, place for everyone. Thanks for your patience.
apartments and office spaces. So cranes and construction
vehicles are a common sight around the city. Time to try a different way?
Travelling in rush hour is never ideal, so maybe you could
Thanks for your patience start work earlier or later, or try working from home
We’re working hard to minimise disruption and keep sometimes. Catching a bus, train or ferry, or cycling to
people moving. A lot of progress has been made over the work is a good choice too. Whichever way you go, please
holidays and work has been supercharged during January allow some extra time.
and February to get as much done as possible before
everyone’s back at work, school and study. Visit AT.govt.nz/betterway
For project details visit ProgressAKL.co.nz10 PAPAKURA COURIER, FEBRUARY 26, 2020 neighbourly.co.nz
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at Hampton Downs
Supercars organisers are encouraging ‘‘We’ve got a system in place that gives us
spectators to book seats on free buses for that flexibility and that’s why we’re asking
the New Zealand round of the series at people to register their seat through
Hampton Downs in April. Ticketek, so we can keep tabs on the
Because of issues with the Auckland numbers and make sure we can cater for
unitary plan which blocks racing at Puke- everyone.’’
kohe on Anzac Day, the venue for this While Supercars fans are encouraged to
year’s Auckland 400 has had to be moved to take advantage of the free buses, there will
Hampton Downs. be ample parking at the track and steps
The issue with Pukekohe Raceway only have been put in place to try to stop State
BOARD OF TRUSTEES came to light just before Christmas and Highway One, which is right beside the
Casual vacancies for two elected trustees: Supercars have had to quickly work out track, from becoming gridlocked.
Two casual vacancies have occurred on the how to get Hampton Downs up to a level ‘‘We’re looking at parking for up to
Board of Trustees for two elected parent where it can cope with an event of this size. 10,000 cars at Hampton Downs,’’ Shaw said.
representatives. The Board has resolved under
section 105 of the Education Act 1989 to fill the One of the initiatives is free buses from ‘‘We’re confident that will be enough to
vacancies by selection. both downtown Auckland and Pukekohe to cater for the number of cars that we expect
If ten percent or more of eligible voters on the Hampton Downs. to come in over the weekend.’’
school roll ask the Board, within 28 days of this But people need to register in advance At present, there aren’t any grandstand
notice being published, to hold a by-election to through Ticketek to secure their seat on seating options available, with only
fill the vacancies, then a by-election will be held. the buses. trackside admission tickets on sale for the
Any eligible voter who wishes to ask the Board Supercars general manager of events, event which runs from April 24-26.
to hold a by-election should, by Wednesday 25 Phil Shaw says he expects the free buses to But Shaw revealed that grandstand
March 2020, write to:
be a popular option to get to the circuit seating is coming.
Philip Cortesi which lies 65km south of central Auckland. ‘‘We’re putting together the final details
Chairperson Board of Trustees ‘‘It’s hard to gauge what the demand for on our grandstands, but there will be
Holy Trinity Catholic Primary School the buses is going to be. So we’re quite flex- grandstand seats for purchase hopefully
P.O Box 202046 ible and we’ve got avenues where we can within the next week,’’ he said.
Southgate, Takanini
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