Blast from the Past

Auckland Star, 18/11/1932 OLD SHIPS OF YESTERDAY If it is true that the ghosts of old sailormen return to the ships in which once they sailed, strange sights may some day be seen on the banks of the Kaipara at Helensville. Almost at the entrance to the township itself...

Checking your criminal record

If you’re a parent wanting to help out with your child’s sports team or go away on school camp then donft be surprised if the school requests a police check first. It’s fast becoming standard practice for schools, charities and businesses to have prospective staff...

Doris Jenkins (Nee Becroft) 1919-2016

Doris Jenkins (né Becroft) 1919 – 2016 Doris Alice Becroft, third child of Henry Bertram Becroft and Mary Mabel Dormer was born in Helensville on 13 June 1919 and was a proud citizen of the town until ill health caused her move to a rest home in Orewa in 2009. Even...

Exhibition 2017 – Under Kaipara Skies

Against the backdrop of the Kaipara Harbour, a 1km trail winds through a secluded valley displaying the beauty of iconic New Zealand landscapes. More than 40 sculptures by emerging and established New Zealand and international artists are revealed at every turn....

Retirement – Beyond Numbers

by Trish Lynds Retirement. What a beautiful word. When I think of retirement, I dream about sleeping in, reading books all day, and traveling when I want. Then…I wake up to face my current reality. Most of us have a vague understanding about retirement, and the...