by Brian | Dec 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
Guy Shanks, a fourth generation descendant of Gavin and Elizabeth Shanks, who emigrated from Scotland to New Zealand in 1863 and were among the first European families to settle in Kaukapakapa, died on November 20, aged 97. Gavin Shanks made a living for his family of...
by Brian | Dec 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
by Helen Martin Social media sometimes gets a bad rap, but when asbestos was confirmed in Kaipara College’s hall and administration block on October 30 its value as an effective and fast communications tool was immediately evident. While the school rang parents and...
by Brian | Dec 1, 2015 | Uncategorized
On Friday 4th December all of the 60 HIPPY South Kaipara families were invited to attend the annual HIPPY Graduation ceremony in the Helensville Community Hall. HIPPY stands for ‘Home Interaction Programme for Parents and Youngsters’ and provides parents with the...
by Brian | Nov 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
by Helen Martin Over a period of a few months last year a rundown, overgrown property near the town’s southern entrance was transformed into the smart going concern it is today, a laundromat and a panel beating business, Helensville Automotive. The Director of...
by Brian | Nov 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
by Helen Martin With 460 cars competing in October at Aroha Cruise In (http://www.cruisein.co.nz/), the prestigious annual classic car, bike and hot rod show held in Te Aroha, Kaipara Classic Car Club were thrilled to take out five of the seven top prizes. Best Car...
by Brian | Nov 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
For all those who wish to attend please book now. Registration facilities are located in various places central to Helensville and Parakai. The Helensville Citizen Advice Bureau, 29 Commercial Road, Women and Family Centre, Porter Crescent, Te Ha Oranga, Commercial...
