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kumeuCourier FREE monthly community magazine for Kumeu & districts Music at matua tips to make your summer garden an oasis Kumeu wine country Property news & advice Events & updates 8 week challenge Crabb Fields judged best street Circulation is 9,000 print copies and 3371 opened and read email copies. Editorial contributions are free from cost. Advertising starts at $75 plus gst for a business card size. Contact Sarah Cartwright on 021 250 7324 or [email protected] kumeuCOURIER/ February 2015 Intro kumeuCourier Welcome to 2015 and our first issue for the year! I hope all our faithful readers had a fantastic and safe summer break Feature Stories filled with wonderful food and quality family time. The weather really turned it on for us all and is continuing to do 3 Best Street - Crabb Fields so, making for a very pleasant return to work for everyone. Matua winery has 4 Community notices the perfect pairing of Pizza and Pinot 6 NZ Police and NZFS for all those looking for something to tantalise the taste buds during these 7 Property statistics gorgeous summer weekends and is 8 In brief - updates also proud to announce the 3rd year of Music at Matua. This year the concert 11 The Tasting Shed sees an impressive lineup of talented 12 Property news & advice musicians so get your friends and fam- ily together for an afternoon of fun in 23 Waimauku vaulter the sun – tickets are available through Eventfinda.co.nz. Don’t forget Valen- 24 Area columnists tine’s Day is coming up so for all those 25 Kumeu wine country looking for something special for your loved ones, support our local busi- 27 Masala indian restaurant nesses by buying and dining locally! 28 Need new dentures? As always, stay safe and be kind. 29 Jojo’s childcare 31 Riverhead rampage Sarah, 32 Savoury muffins Editor. 34 Trade, tips & advice 36 Helensville A & P show 39 Muriwai tide chart Questions and feedback: Sarah Cartwright P 021 250 7324 E [email protected] W kumeucourier.co.nz Print run is 9,000 copies through Treehouse Print Email database is managed by Sublime NZ Cover photo is supplied by Gail McIntyre kumeuCourier crabb fields - best street so used modern urban design to en- of Mike Pero Real Estate said “ This clev- hance the rural nature of the area. Crabb er development has been well planned northwest 2014 Fields Lane maximises the natural assets and excecuted, a good standard of build of the forest, Wautaiti Stream and gener- and presentation will combine with the ous reserves maintain the rural outlook. planning and infrastructure delivering a Because sections were purchased over community that will experience a very time from the owners, neighbours got to good return on investment. Sales to date know each other from the outset and so in the area have shown a premium re- a family-friendly neighbourhood has de- turn” he says. Kumeu Courier would like veloped with a firm commitment to look to thank all our entrants and our sponsor, out for each other for the betterment of Mike Pero Real Estate. We will be working the residents in this unique street.” with the community regarding suitable reconition. For more information con- tact Sarah Cartwright by email sarahcart- [email protected] For the last 6 months we have been en- gaged in looking at, and trying to under- stand the dynamics of what makes a GOLDIES BUSH - a winner ! great street. We looked at hard and soft landscaping, infrastructure, traffic, peo- A recent visit to Goldies Bush over this ple factors, amenities and community. glorious summer delivered some out- In all aspects this was a complex mix that standing scenery and fun times. Gold- also had submissions from spokespeople ies bush is located between Horsemans Judges comments were “ This develop- Road, Waitakere and Constable Road, from within the community and tests. ment incoroprates a good mix of natu- Muriwai and can be accessed from both We were ecouraged by the response from ral, soft and hard landscaping elements. roads. Parking is easy and the walkway Whenuapai to Muriwai and in between. has been upgraded to an easy walk. Once Good use of services and street networks Some of the top contenters included Riv- at the waterfall you will enjoy the sights and a mix of build companies offering erhead, Huapai and Waimauku. and sounds of Auckland sub tropical rain- clean design and easy access to garag- forest environment at its best. A viewing The submission included a statement ing. Further complications in the migra- platform provides a vantage point for that I particularly liked. tion from localised septic system to Town viewing the watering hole in its full glory. “When the owners of this land in the If you get the chance of planning a pic- Sewerage mid project has been con- heart of Riverhead reluctantly gave up nic or a walk , this has to be high on the trolled well. Consistent planting and high farming they decided that although am- list. Remember, what you take in please presentation has delivered a high value bring out, no rubbish bins are available. ateurs, they would develop it themselves. product. One of the commentators, Gra- For more information see http://regional- They wanted the best possible outcome ham McIntyre, Territory and Brand Owner parks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/parks 4 Vineyard Cottages “The most beautiful vineyard hideaway I community have had the pleasure of staying at” By the author of The Australian and New notice board Zealand Wine and Food Pictorial Atlas. Our aim - to create a unique experience, Pro also supply and fit garage carpet, not just supply a room for the night. Deck & Fence Pro an option that appeals to an increasing The seven cottages and conference cen- number of people using their garage as tre are made from macrocapa. Inside the extra living space. Carpet can be profes- cottage the timber and antiquities placed sionally fitted in just half a day and will in each cottage combine to take guests transform the look of your garage. back in time. The open plan kitchen, liv- Call your local Deck and Fence Pro Spe- ing/dining area are separated from the cialists, Zane and Jaimi Scott for a free king sized bedroom by wooden doors, no obligation quote, on 022 096 3172 or and the rain head shower is a favourite email [email protected] in the bathroom! In summer guests relax After withstanding all sorts of weather for on their patio, whilst during the winter years, wooden decks, fences and outdoor most snuggle by the fire. furniture can look decidedly unattractive. The Function Centre has wide veran- Replacing them completely or trying to dahs and large rooms creating a spa- restore them yourself can involve lots of this summer’s BEST cious atmosphere. Cooled in summer by time, expense and frustration. 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Fully trained in the lat- lightful combination of berries and bub- Mike Pero Foundation gives est techniques they employ profession- bles transport you, your friends, and fam- al cleaning and restoration technology ily to a simpler world where good taste gift to Riverhead family which is environmentally friendly. They and friendships shine. use Deck and Fence Pro’s own range of As a long standing member of the Kumeu One Riverhead family received the special cleaning solutions before apply- business community, Kiwi Estate Winery warmth of Graham McIntyre and the ing the companies specially formulat- has been winning awards for our out- Mike Pero Foundation. On behalf of Mike ed range of linseed oil-based stains - or standing wines since 2008, and in 2014 Pero North West clients, a special gift of paint if you prefer, to make the restored alone, our wines won 2 trophies, 1 gold $2,000 was given to the Wilburn family items look like new. 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