Notices
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Official Notices
We have been blessed with settled weather this week for the village’s many activities and maintenance tasks. I had the pleasure of working with the garden circle this week down at The Terrace. It was lovely to get my green fingers dirty. I also attended the Anzac Ceremony to honour those who have fought for our country and the ceremony was a beautiful tribute.
Peter Grierson our Maintenance Supervisor has put some important memos into this week’s Press about fire alarm testing and heater re-call, please take the time to read this section. Other things maintenance, you may have noticed piles of black weights around Harbour Building. They are for the painting abseiling team who are completing paint touch ups at Harbour, Peninsula and The Point over the next few weeks. Thank you so much to all the residents who vacated their car parking spaces to undertake the basement carpark cleaning and for everyone’s patience with carparks being far and few between.
At the residents AGM meeting last week, a question was raised about the PABX phone lines with the copper telephone lines becoming obsolete later in the year. After talking with Terry, I can reassure you that we will be in contact with residents soon about the transfer of the PABX line over to fibre.
Villa 409 will be remediated next, and Forme have been very proactive with setting up scaffolding due to an opening in their schedule. Villa 409 remediation building work will commence later in May and I will update residents who live immediately next door very soon about the timeline.
Warmest regards,
Leanne
Village Manager
Just a gentle reminder to all residents to update any detail changes, especially with regards to Emergency or Next of Kin contacts. The relevant forms can be obtained from
Michelle – Administration Assistant.
Maintenance Updates:
Re: Monthly Fire Alarm testing of Pinesong Apartment Buildings and Pool/Recreation area
Our fire controls contractor Wormald will be conducting the monthly Fire Alarm tests in the Pinesong Apartment buildings on Friday the 26th of April from 9.00am to 12.00 noon
This alarm testing will also include the testing of the audible voice message instructing the evacuation of the apartment building, for this test only PLEASE IGNORE THIS AUDIBLE VOICE INSTRUCTION, this is only a testing trial, and we do not need you to leave the building at this time.
We do apologise for any disturbance caused, should you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me via the reception.
Common Area Carpet Cleaning for Thursday 2nd May 2024 8am start.
To professionally steam clean:
Seabreeze cafe. Start 8.00 am Seabreeze Lounge lobby level. In front of bar area only to Coffee station. Care suites: Hallway ,nurses’ station and all Care suite rooms. Start in Care Rooms 10.00 am Lobby outside Care suites 30m2 approx.
Heater Recall - Serene Brand
Dear Residents, we have had a number of residents respond to the product recalls for the following heater models. Serene S2068, Serene S207T, Serene S2069. Next Week we will do a check of all apartment and Villa wall heaters, so that everybody has peace of mind. In the interim please turn off your heater and do not use it.
Peter Grierson on behalf of the maintenance team
Did you know?
Did you know you can recycle your old household batteries in the blue buckets situated at the recycling stations of the apartments, or by taking them to the maintenance shed?
Karl and the Enviro Group
GUEST SUITE
Do you know about Pinesongs’ Guest Suite that is available to hire for residents and their families? This warm and cozy apartment is on the 4th Level of Seabreeze apartment block.
The cost of hire is only $80 per night and will reduce to $75 per night if staying 5 nights or more.
Lost Property - Glasses, keys jewellery items. Please view at Reception.
Do you need a “Computer Guy”?
If so, I can recommend David Emslie from Computer Support Co. He lives locally, is very reasonable and will go ”above and beyond” to get any problems sorted out. David Emslie
techwest@gmail. com 09 974 33 22
Liane Hume, 17 Harbour
GIVE THE KID A BLANKET It’s that time again. Any spare bedding would be very welcome.
Please ring Trish on 8173758 to arrange to drop off.
Groceries
Student Volunteer Army (SVA)
To place an order, residents can call 0800 005 902 or go to https://shop.sva.org.nz/
Deliveries are within 48 hours (but usually the following morning).
On-Line Wine Ordering:
Wine Central can be contacted for online ordering of Wines, Spirits and Beer on https://www.winecentral.co.nz or on 09 9734747.
FED
You can place an order via their website - https://www.getfed.co.nz/- or by calling 0800 438 330. Mention that you’re a Metlifecare resident and receive a 10% discount on your order.
New World Green Bay
For Pinesong residents who do not have family/friends to assist with shopping and deliveries and or have no credit card/internet. Please note that this facility is only available from Monday to Friday and the cut off time for placing the orders is 10am. Only one order per apartment/villa per week. Please contact reception to enquire further about this.
PLEASE REMIND YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES THAT OUR SPEED LIMIT IS 15KPM
Michelle – Administration Assistant.
Maintenance Updates:
Re: Monthly Fire Alarm testing of Pinesong Apartment Buildings and Pool/Recreation area
Our fire controls contractor Wormald will be conducting the monthly Fire Alarm tests in the Pinesong Apartment buildings on Friday the 26th of April from 9.00am to 12.00 noon
This alarm testing will also include the testing of the audible voice message instructing the evacuation of the apartment building, for this test only PLEASE IGNORE THIS AUDIBLE VOICE INSTRUCTION, this is only a testing trial, and we do not need you to leave the building at this time.
We do apologise for any disturbance caused, should you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with me via the reception.
Common Area Carpet Cleaning for Thursday 2nd May 2024 8am start.
To professionally steam clean:
Seabreeze cafe. Start 8.00 am Seabreeze Lounge lobby level. In front of bar area only to Coffee station. Care suites: Hallway ,nurses’ station and all Care suite rooms. Start in Care Rooms 10.00 am Lobby outside Care suites 30m2 approx.
Heater Recall - Serene Brand
Dear Residents, we have had a number of residents respond to the product recalls for the following heater models. Serene S2068, Serene S207T, Serene S2069. Next Week we will do a check of all apartment and Villa wall heaters, so that everybody has peace of mind. In the interim please turn off your heater and do not use it.
Peter Grierson on behalf of the maintenance team
Did you know?
Did you know you can recycle your old household batteries in the blue buckets situated at the recycling stations of the apartments, or by taking them to the maintenance shed?
Karl and the Enviro Group
GUEST SUITE
Do you know about Pinesongs’ Guest Suite that is available to hire for residents and their families? This warm and cozy apartment is on the 4th Level of Seabreeze apartment block.
The cost of hire is only $80 per night and will reduce to $75 per night if staying 5 nights or more.
Lost Property - Glasses, keys jewellery items. Please view at Reception.
Do you need a “Computer Guy”?
If so, I can recommend David Emslie from Computer Support Co. He lives locally, is very reasonable and will go ”above and beyond” to get any problems sorted out. David Emslie
techwest@gmail. com 09 974 33 22
Liane Hume, 17 Harbour
GIVE THE KID A BLANKET It’s that time again. Any spare bedding would be very welcome.
Please ring Trish on 8173758 to arrange to drop off.
Groceries
Student Volunteer Army (SVA)
To place an order, residents can call 0800 005 902 or go to https://shop.sva.org.nz/
Deliveries are within 48 hours (but usually the following morning).
On-Line Wine Ordering:
Wine Central can be contacted for online ordering of Wines, Spirits and Beer on https://www.winecentral.co.nz or on 09 9734747.
FED
You can place an order via their website - https://www.getfed.co.nz/- or by calling 0800 438 330. Mention that you’re a Metlifecare resident and receive a 10% discount on your order.
New World Green Bay
For Pinesong residents who do not have family/friends to assist with shopping and deliveries and or have no credit card/internet. Please note that this facility is only available from Monday to Friday and the cut off time for placing the orders is 10am. Only one order per apartment/villa per week. Please contact reception to enquire further about this.
PLEASE REMIND YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES THAT OUR SPEED LIMIT IS 15KPM
ID SUPER GOLD CARD
September 8, 2021
There comes a time in all our lives when we decide no longer to travel overseas or determine that we will not drive. When this time comes, we lose two of our main sources of photographic ID – passport and driving licence. You may think this is okay, but how will you operate bank accounts or prove who you are if you wish to carry out a transaction that has financial implications like selling a house, changing accountants, insurance, etc. Well here are a couple of solutions:
A, you can apply for a ‘Kiwi Access Card’ from your local NZ Post Shop or your local AA Office. The card is valid for 10 years and will cost $55.00. A copy of the card is below for reference.
OR
B. You can apply to have your photograph included on the back of your Super Gold Card. You will need to provide some proof of identity and two copies of a different account sent to your home address. With these two documents in hand go to your local AA Office and request that they send your photograph to the Gold Card Centre. The cost of this service is free just like your JP services. Here is the process:
1. The AA Office will take a photograph of you so comb your hair and look pretty
2. 24 hours after having the photograph taken ring the Gold Card Centre 0800 25 45 65 (the number is on the back of your gold card) and request that your photograph which was taken at the AA office be placed on your card. They will ask you for your Client Number XXX XXX XXX which is also on the back of your card.
3. Approximately 14 days later you should receive a new card in the mail with your picture on the card on the bottom right-hand side on the reverse.
4. Your SuperGold card with photo can then be used as supporting identification in conjunction with other approved primary identification.
THIS SERVICE IS AVAILABLE FOR ANYONE
B. You can apply to have your photograph included on the back of your Super Gold Card. You will need to provide some proof of identity and two copies of a different account sent to your home address. With these two documents in hand go to your local AA Office and request that they send your photograph to the Gold Card Centre. The cost of this service is free just like your JP services. Here is the process:
1. The AA Office will take a photograph of you so comb your hair and look pretty
2. 24 hours after having the photograph taken ring the Gold Card Centre 0800 25 45 65 (the number is on the back of your gold card) and request that your photograph which was taken at the AA office be placed on your card. They will ask you for your Client Number XXX XXX XXX which is also on the back of your card.
3. Approximately 14 days later you should receive a new card in the mail with your picture on the card on the bottom right-hand side on the reverse.
4. Your SuperGold card with photo can then be used as supporting identification in conjunction with other approved primary identification.
THIS SERVICE IS AVAILABLE FOR ANYONE
Nursing News
SAMANTHA RUSDEN – Nurse Manager My name is Samantha or feel free to call me Sam and I am the Nurse Manager at Pinesong. I have been working within the aged care sector for 13 years. I started out my career in a small independent facility with forty-five beds, before moving onto a large facility with 120 beds in their care centre. I have been with Metlifecare Pinesong in the role of Nurse Manager for just over 1 year now and you can often find me on Level 2 Seabreeze Care Home. I have a passion for this industry and ensuring that our older generation can live out their retirements with fun, respect, and dignity. I have enjoyed the new challenges of this role and building relationships with residents, whanau and staff. I look forward to continuing to work alongside you all as I temporarily manage the wellness clinics on Monday and Thursday mornings and please also contact me at any time if you require any information about the Care Home.
Thanks, Sam
PINESONG WELLNESS CLINIC
The Wellness Clinic will be on Mondays and Thursdays from 10.30am-11.30am in the usual location of Seabreeze Ground Floor. The Nurse will be available on an appointment only basis, please book prior to the clinic day, unfortunately no walk-ins, home visits or same day appointments can be accepted at this time. Please make this booking by phoning Reception on 09 817 1800. Appointments are10 mins.
When you visit with the Nurse at the Wellness Clinic, her time is complimentary to you. Wellness Services available are:
- Blood pressure check
- Pulse check
- Oxygen saturation
- Weight check
- Simple wound dressings-with a charge for consumables
- B12 injections – residents must supply prescriptions and medication with a charge for
consumables. - Wound sustained by an accident (ACC) – we will be able to dress the first wound if
required and any on-going care will be referred to a provider of your choice such as and not limited to; Total Health Care, your GP or District Nurse.
ECare Kiosk and Health Check Appointments:
With the introduction of complimentary Health Check Appointments in our Wellness Centre, the self service Ecare kiosk will now be withdrawn. If you would like to see the Nurse, please make an appointment through reception.
The Nurse will be able to advise you of your blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturations and weight. This service is at no cost to you, regardless of the number of appointments you may have.
Simple wound dressings are also available. * A small cost will be charged for consumables only.
MESSAGE FROM ADVANCE REHAB.
We would like to introduce you to Funda McHugh who is our principal lead in Acupuncture with over 5 years’ experience. Funda had been with advanced rehab for over seven years and comes to us with experience in both Chinese and Western Acupuncture and dry needling. Funda is also a naturopath and is available on site to discuss how she can support residents. Funda is available 12.30pm-3pm Tuesday afternoons 12.00pm-2pm Thursday afternoons ( for appointments outside these hours please call Mandy on 627-9560 and we will make it work for you )
KARA DENNISON Physiotherapist, Kara has been working for us since 2019. She is enthusiastic about helping people back to the activities they enjoy with confidence and without pain. A holistic approach to health, she is APPI Pilates trained and has a special interest in Osteoarthritis and falls prevention. Kara is available 1pm - 4pm Wednesday afternoons and 9..30am - 10am Thursday morning Exercise Class
With kind regards,
Mandy
STRUGGLING?
You may know of someone who is struggling and needs to talk; free call or text 1737 to have a chat with a trained counsellor. They’re available free, day and night. Or the below telephone numbers are other groups that you can also connect with.
The Depression Helpline (0800 111 757) Healthline (0800 611 116) Lifeline (0800 543 354) Samaritans (0800 726 666)
Alcohol Drug Helpline (0800 787 797)
Good News!!!
The Residents Buggy service is offering a pick-up service for residents who are unable to get to the doctors appointment, These bookings must be made in advance and not on the day so as soon as you have made the doctors’ appointment make sure you ring the Buggy service hotline 8170606 or 0223546003.
LABTEST
Please note that Labtest are no longer on Golf Road, they have now moved to Totara Health New Lynn.
ST JOHN AMBULANCE
St John Ambulance free shuttle service starts from Monday 18th April.
Please phone 0800 925 2672
Waitakere
Book 3 days ahead of appointment.
0800 000 606
$10 return
Greenlane hospital
Auckland hospital
North Shore hospital:
Book 3 days in advance.
0800 809 342
9.30-4pm
$6.00 each way
For appointments book 24 hours in advance. $6 each way. Ring 09 426 0918 or 0800809342 - 5
These two shuttle services pick up and leave you at Reception. When you arrive at the Hospital tell them you have come by shuttle this will speed up your appointment quite a bit. They are not hard to work with and once you have done it once it’s a piece of cake.
Aileen Keery 027 5605287
LABTESTS CLINIC AT PINESONG
Please note Labtests have advised that for all future blood tests every resident must have their doctor; nurse or medical practice ring, fax or email Labtests first to book an appointment if wanting a bloodtest done here at the village.
This is regardless of whether it is done at reception on our clinic days Mon/Wed/Fri at 2.30pm or a home visit, this will be the procedure going forward, sorry no exceptions!
Social Corner
Ph/Txt: 027 422 9765
Email: jacqui.raymond@metlifecare.co.nz
Residents Notices
SUNDAY @ 3
Pinesong’s Inter denominational Church Services
Where: Bayview Lounge
When: This Sunday, 28th April at 3.00 pm
Music: Duets from Barbara Hunt & Margaret Clark
Speaker: Andrew Marshall
Join us for our church service in the Bayview Lounge at 3.00 pm on Sunday 28th April. On this occasion Pastor Andrew Marshall of the Blockhouse Bay Community Church will be our speaker. I know you will be blessed by his message.
Join us also for our much loved hymn singing followed by A good chat over Tea/Coffee and biscuits. A warm welcome to everyone.
Great news - The Buggy transport will be available for our services again. To be transported by our Buggy to the service you will need to book at Reception by Friday the 26th April.
Deryck Hunt Villa 229 Ph: 021 289 1875
IONA CHURCH FAIR
Saturday 27 April 8am till 11.30am All Welcome. Loads of quality Bargains Plus, coffee cart, sausage sizzle, homemade cakes. biscuits and sweets. Plenty of interesting books for the up and coming long winter nights.
See you all there.
Many thanks to those who donated goods.
38 Donovan Street Blockhouse Bay
Many thanks Robert Findlay SB415 027 6259342
Hi All,
I am excited to join Dianne and Debbie in their happy Pinesong Salon.
I’m Lea-Ann and I’ve been Hairdressing for 36 years, 13 of those owning and operating my Salon, Palomar Hair Design in Delta Ave, New Lynn.
I look forward to meeting new clients and seeing some familiar faces. I am working Wednesday - Friday from 9.00am.
See you then,
Lea-Ann
MUSIC APPRECIATION GROUP
Meeting on Wednesday evening 1st.May @7.15 pm in the Bayview Lounge. Looking forward to Mel’s choice of programme. Always very enjoyable. Don’t forget the $4.00 we donate to Mel for his time and trouble preparing the music for the evening. Any questions refer to me:
Rosamond 0273026839. See you there
NU2U
On Wednesday 1st May, we shall be raffling a couple of brand new watches. The tickets will cost $2 each and we shall draw the winners when we have sold 20 tickets. We are bringing out a fresh stock of clothing each week so please come and visit and I'm sure you will find something for your Autumn wardrobe. Thank-you to Bev Sinclair for her kind donation of Easter eggs-----they sold like hot cakes and the money went to St.John.
See you on Wednesday
Jean and The Team
QUIZ
On Saturday 4 May, at 4pm,
Pinesong’s finest quizzers will gather in the Bayview Lounge to see if they can outrun the Quizmaster.
Think you can beat the Quizmaster? Come along to the Bayview Lounge and see if you are good enough.
All residents are welcome, and we extend a special welcome to those who are new to the village or have not been to a Pinesong quiz before.
More details next week.
Earl and Chris Irving (4 Bayview) Call 021 047 8077 if you have any queries.
RESIDENT COMMITTEE UPDATE
Many, many thanks to all those who attended our AGM last Friday. It was lovely to see so many there. This is just to inform you of who your new committee are for the following year: Chairperson - Denise Ritchie Secretary - Sally Ridgway
Treasurer - Wayne Bridges Committee Members: Margaret Webb Alistair Clark
Carole Cheshire-Wells Bev Brown At our next committee meeting in May all committee members will be assigned their liaison roles.
Denise Ritchie (Chairperson)
VILLAGE SINGALONG
A number of residents have been asking about our monthly gatherings to sing the old songs of yesteryear. Well ..... it’s happening this month!
Friday 26 April, 3-4pm Seabreeze lounge
Everyone is welcome, whether you can keep a tune or not. Just come along and enjoy the company. Judy Nicholls V111
MAGAZINES WANTED If you, or you know someone has any magazines like Metro, North & South, NZ Business that you no longer want to keep, I would like to have them to give to my daughter for a workshop she is facilitating. I will come and collect them. Many thanks,
Joan Gasparich 021 037 4297.
CALLING KEEN GARDENERS
Are you living in an apartment but would like your own space to grow some produce?
We have vacant spaces available in our garden allotment section on The Terrace. Now that the summer crop has finished, it is time to think about planting the next crop for winter. If you would like to join our friendly team of gardeners, please contact me with your details and I will put your name on the waiting list.
For those who already have a garden plot but no longer wish to keep it, please advise me asap so that your garden can be returned to the general pool
and allocated to someone on the waiting list, and I can update the records.
Bev has been doing a lot of work turning over the compost, clearing out the bins, and distributing the useable compost where needed. We are trying to improve the soil quality in the common areas and to keep the whole area in a tidy condition. If anyone would like to help with general maintenance, please let me know.
Lastly, if you have any garden tools you no longer need, please contact me as I am trying to establish a tool pool for all plot holders.
Margaret Webb Garden Allotments Ph. 817-5166
GIVE A KID A BLANKET
It is ‘Give a Kid a Blanket’ time again. Any bedding will also be very welcomed.
Thanks, Trish 817 3758
CALLING ALL PINESONG KNITTERS
The shop is overwhelmed at present with knitted garments both big and small. May I suggest that owners select one or two items and donate them to the Waitemata Hospital Auxiliary group who provide newborn, or sick children with a warm colourful garment. With winter approaching this generosity will be so appreciated. You will get the satisfaction of giving love and call to those in need. Please respond to this suggestion positively. Garments may be dropped off at:
Bev Brown 6 Harbour (a member of the above group) or Perdita Barclay 324SB
PINESONG GAMES
The sun did shine, and we had a ball at the Pinesong Games on Tuesday. There were six teams of participants, including one team from the staff lead by Leanne.
They all participated in a round of tabloid sports on the Seabreeze knoll, then were entertained by Val and her Zumba team, before wending their way around the village to try a variety of sports and activities on offer here at Pinesong.
The feedback was terrific – some had never been in the Blokes Shed and marvelled at the skill involved in the works on display there. Others had never tried Petanque or croquet or Fukiya, but think they may have found a new interest to pursue. That’s a fantastic outcome for a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon.
So many people contributed to the success of the day, and I wish to sincerely thank them for their behind the scenes work. We are blessed to have so many people willing to give of their time and talents – thanks very much.
We can now look forward with great anticipation to the next edition of the Pinesong Games – in 2028!
Earl Irving
ZUMBA
Come and join Val, our long time Zumba instructor for her Zumba Gold classes. These are a lower intensity version of the typical Zumba dance/exercise class, if you want a bit of fun with your exercise & enjoy dancing, come and join us at 10am Friday mornings. $10 per class.
PETANQUE
As the evenings are drawing in, from next week Tuesday 19th March, Pentanque will go back to the original time of Tuesday 2pm-3pm.
Thank you.
SPORT WELLNESS FUKIYA - Blow Gun Darts
Deep Breathing is good for Your Health. The secret to the health benefits is the blowgun breathing technique, based on abdominal breathing. The lungs repeat deflation and inflation at the maximum, done in the process of the basic motions, resulting in a more effective functioning of the lungs.
“Puff your way to health through a pipe and enjoy the game of Darts”.
COME, HAVE A LOOK, AND TRY
SEA BREEZE LOUNGE
On the Pinesong games day Tuesday 26/03 And EVERY THURSDAY 1.30 – 3.00 pm
“I was blown away by the art of dart blowing; Fukiya, it really is something you just have to see with your own eyes.”
VILLAGE SHOP
Urgent request - Volunteer needed for the second Monday each month.
CAN WE COUNT ON YOU TO HELP OUR BIRDS?
Winter is a time when birds are hungry and come into our gardens in search of insects, worms, and any remaining fruit. It’s also time for the annual New Zealand Garden Bird Survey. Each winter since 2007, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research has been asking for volunteers to become citizen scientists for an hour and count the number of birds in their garden.
Surveying birds in winter paints a more realistic picture of changes in bird populations over the years. The information we collect helps our researchers understand how birds are coping with environmental changes. So, you will need to rug up warmly if you are counting outside, otherwise sit snug inside and look out a window.
Choose one hour on one day in the period from Saturday 29 June to Sunday 7 July, and during that hour keep a record of the highest number of each bird species you see or hear at one time.
For full instructions, count tally sheets, and bird identification guides, head over to our website
https://gardenbirdsurvey.nz
CROQUET@PINESONG
The Singles Trophy has finally been won by Rex Phillips in an exciting game against Judy Horder that went to a play-off at the 13th hoop
It is time for the Drawn Pairs competition to start off our year. At least 16 players are needed to make this a worthwhile competition. Please get cracking and enter NOW! It is a long time since some players had a match game due to illness, wet weather or trips away slowing up play.
We welcome new players. We play informally on Monday and Friday 1-3pm and on Tuesday 10-11.30am. A good way to pick up the game is to join us at the croquet shed at these times to watch a game. 1.30pm is a good time as the main games will be well on their way. There is always someone there who will happily explain what happens. New residents who have played in the past, sometimes many years ago, enjoy picking up a mallet and proving that a skill once learned is a skill forever. Just don’t be too good and start winning all our trophies! We have a lot of fun and enjoy each other’s company. If these times don’t suit give me a ring and we can find a time to go down and have a learning session -
Janet Cross 4 Manukau Ph. 817 6066
OUTDOOR BOWLERS
Past or New If you would like to have a go, Ph Dave: 816 8911 or email
davidjohnson@gmail.com
Loan Bowls Available, our friendly group welcomes you. Play mornings are Mon/Wed/Sat. Cheers Dave.
SUPPORT OUR LOCAL RETAILERS
A wee note from Yvonne Meister – GREEN BAY BOOKSHOP is a ‘Treasure Trove’ consisting of the most varied articles imaginable for such a small shop.
Recently I needed 2 specific items and found them in that store! No need to go all the way to Lynn Mall, it’s just around the corner!
Pinesong’s Inter denominational Church Services
Where: Bayview Lounge
When: This Sunday, 28th April at 3.00 pm
Music: Duets from Barbara Hunt & Margaret Clark
Speaker: Andrew Marshall
Join us for our church service in the Bayview Lounge at 3.00 pm on Sunday 28th April. On this occasion Pastor Andrew Marshall of the Blockhouse Bay Community Church will be our speaker. I know you will be blessed by his message.
Join us also for our much loved hymn singing followed by A good chat over Tea/Coffee and biscuits. A warm welcome to everyone.
Great news - The Buggy transport will be available for our services again. To be transported by our Buggy to the service you will need to book at Reception by Friday the 26th April.
Deryck Hunt Villa 229 Ph: 021 289 1875
IONA CHURCH FAIR
Saturday 27 April 8am till 11.30am All Welcome. Loads of quality Bargains Plus, coffee cart, sausage sizzle, homemade cakes. biscuits and sweets. Plenty of interesting books for the up and coming long winter nights.
See you all there.
Many thanks to those who donated goods.
38 Donovan Street Blockhouse Bay
Many thanks Robert Findlay SB415 027 6259342
Hi All,
I am excited to join Dianne and Debbie in their happy Pinesong Salon.
I’m Lea-Ann and I’ve been Hairdressing for 36 years, 13 of those owning and operating my Salon, Palomar Hair Design in Delta Ave, New Lynn.
I look forward to meeting new clients and seeing some familiar faces. I am working Wednesday - Friday from 9.00am.
See you then,
Lea-Ann
MUSIC APPRECIATION GROUP
Meeting on Wednesday evening 1st.May @7.15 pm in the Bayview Lounge. Looking forward to Mel’s choice of programme. Always very enjoyable. Don’t forget the $4.00 we donate to Mel for his time and trouble preparing the music for the evening. Any questions refer to me:
Rosamond 0273026839. See you there
NU2U
On Wednesday 1st May, we shall be raffling a couple of brand new watches. The tickets will cost $2 each and we shall draw the winners when we have sold 20 tickets. We are bringing out a fresh stock of clothing each week so please come and visit and I'm sure you will find something for your Autumn wardrobe. Thank-you to Bev Sinclair for her kind donation of Easter eggs-----they sold like hot cakes and the money went to St.John.
See you on Wednesday
Jean and The Team
QUIZ
On Saturday 4 May, at 4pm,
Pinesong’s finest quizzers will gather in the Bayview Lounge to see if they can outrun the Quizmaster.
Think you can beat the Quizmaster? Come along to the Bayview Lounge and see if you are good enough.
All residents are welcome, and we extend a special welcome to those who are new to the village or have not been to a Pinesong quiz before.
More details next week.
Earl and Chris Irving (4 Bayview) Call 021 047 8077 if you have any queries.
RESIDENT COMMITTEE UPDATE
Many, many thanks to all those who attended our AGM last Friday. It was lovely to see so many there. This is just to inform you of who your new committee are for the following year: Chairperson - Denise Ritchie Secretary - Sally Ridgway
Treasurer - Wayne Bridges Committee Members: Margaret Webb Alistair Clark
Carole Cheshire-Wells Bev Brown At our next committee meeting in May all committee members will be assigned their liaison roles.
Denise Ritchie (Chairperson)
VILLAGE SINGALONG
A number of residents have been asking about our monthly gatherings to sing the old songs of yesteryear. Well ..... it’s happening this month!
Friday 26 April, 3-4pm Seabreeze lounge
Everyone is welcome, whether you can keep a tune or not. Just come along and enjoy the company. Judy Nicholls V111
MAGAZINES WANTED If you, or you know someone has any magazines like Metro, North & South, NZ Business that you no longer want to keep, I would like to have them to give to my daughter for a workshop she is facilitating. I will come and collect them. Many thanks,
Joan Gasparich 021 037 4297.
CALLING KEEN GARDENERS
Are you living in an apartment but would like your own space to grow some produce?
We have vacant spaces available in our garden allotment section on The Terrace. Now that the summer crop has finished, it is time to think about planting the next crop for winter. If you would like to join our friendly team of gardeners, please contact me with your details and I will put your name on the waiting list.
For those who already have a garden plot but no longer wish to keep it, please advise me asap so that your garden can be returned to the general pool
and allocated to someone on the waiting list, and I can update the records.
Bev has been doing a lot of work turning over the compost, clearing out the bins, and distributing the useable compost where needed. We are trying to improve the soil quality in the common areas and to keep the whole area in a tidy condition. If anyone would like to help with general maintenance, please let me know.
Lastly, if you have any garden tools you no longer need, please contact me as I am trying to establish a tool pool for all plot holders.
Margaret Webb Garden Allotments Ph. 817-5166
GIVE A KID A BLANKET
It is ‘Give a Kid a Blanket’ time again. Any bedding will also be very welcomed.
Thanks, Trish 817 3758
CALLING ALL PINESONG KNITTERS
The shop is overwhelmed at present with knitted garments both big and small. May I suggest that owners select one or two items and donate them to the Waitemata Hospital Auxiliary group who provide newborn, or sick children with a warm colourful garment. With winter approaching this generosity will be so appreciated. You will get the satisfaction of giving love and call to those in need. Please respond to this suggestion positively. Garments may be dropped off at:
Bev Brown 6 Harbour (a member of the above group) or Perdita Barclay 324SB
PINESONG GAMES
The sun did shine, and we had a ball at the Pinesong Games on Tuesday. There were six teams of participants, including one team from the staff lead by Leanne.
They all participated in a round of tabloid sports on the Seabreeze knoll, then were entertained by Val and her Zumba team, before wending their way around the village to try a variety of sports and activities on offer here at Pinesong.
The feedback was terrific – some had never been in the Blokes Shed and marvelled at the skill involved in the works on display there. Others had never tried Petanque or croquet or Fukiya, but think they may have found a new interest to pursue. That’s a fantastic outcome for a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon.
So many people contributed to the success of the day, and I wish to sincerely thank them for their behind the scenes work. We are blessed to have so many people willing to give of their time and talents – thanks very much.
We can now look forward with great anticipation to the next edition of the Pinesong Games – in 2028!
Earl Irving
ZUMBA
Come and join Val, our long time Zumba instructor for her Zumba Gold classes. These are a lower intensity version of the typical Zumba dance/exercise class, if you want a bit of fun with your exercise & enjoy dancing, come and join us at 10am Friday mornings. $10 per class.
PETANQUE
As the evenings are drawing in, from next week Tuesday 19th March, Pentanque will go back to the original time of Tuesday 2pm-3pm.
Thank you.
SPORT WELLNESS FUKIYA - Blow Gun Darts
Deep Breathing is good for Your Health. The secret to the health benefits is the blowgun breathing technique, based on abdominal breathing. The lungs repeat deflation and inflation at the maximum, done in the process of the basic motions, resulting in a more effective functioning of the lungs.
“Puff your way to health through a pipe and enjoy the game of Darts”.
COME, HAVE A LOOK, AND TRY
SEA BREEZE LOUNGE
On the Pinesong games day Tuesday 26/03 And EVERY THURSDAY 1.30 – 3.00 pm
“I was blown away by the art of dart blowing; Fukiya, it really is something you just have to see with your own eyes.”
VILLAGE SHOP
Urgent request - Volunteer needed for the second Monday each month.
CAN WE COUNT ON YOU TO HELP OUR BIRDS?
Winter is a time when birds are hungry and come into our gardens in search of insects, worms, and any remaining fruit. It’s also time for the annual New Zealand Garden Bird Survey. Each winter since 2007, Manaaki Whenua - Landcare Research has been asking for volunteers to become citizen scientists for an hour and count the number of birds in their garden.
Surveying birds in winter paints a more realistic picture of changes in bird populations over the years. The information we collect helps our researchers understand how birds are coping with environmental changes. So, you will need to rug up warmly if you are counting outside, otherwise sit snug inside and look out a window.
Choose one hour on one day in the period from Saturday 29 June to Sunday 7 July, and during that hour keep a record of the highest number of each bird species you see or hear at one time.
For full instructions, count tally sheets, and bird identification guides, head over to our website
https://gardenbirdsurvey.nz
CROQUET@PINESONG
The Singles Trophy has finally been won by Rex Phillips in an exciting game against Judy Horder that went to a play-off at the 13th hoop
It is time for the Drawn Pairs competition to start off our year. At least 16 players are needed to make this a worthwhile competition. Please get cracking and enter NOW! It is a long time since some players had a match game due to illness, wet weather or trips away slowing up play.
We welcome new players. We play informally on Monday and Friday 1-3pm and on Tuesday 10-11.30am. A good way to pick up the game is to join us at the croquet shed at these times to watch a game. 1.30pm is a good time as the main games will be well on their way. There is always someone there who will happily explain what happens. New residents who have played in the past, sometimes many years ago, enjoy picking up a mallet and proving that a skill once learned is a skill forever. Just don’t be too good and start winning all our trophies! We have a lot of fun and enjoy each other’s company. If these times don’t suit give me a ring and we can find a time to go down and have a learning session -
Janet Cross 4 Manukau Ph. 817 6066
OUTDOOR BOWLERS
Past or New If you would like to have a go, Ph Dave: 816 8911 or email
davidjohnson@gmail.com
Loan Bowls Available, our friendly group welcomes you. Play mornings are Mon/Wed/Sat. Cheers Dave.
SUPPORT OUR LOCAL RETAILERS
A wee note from Yvonne Meister – GREEN BAY BOOKSHOP is a ‘Treasure Trove’ consisting of the most varied articles imaginable for such a small shop.
Recently I needed 2 specific items and found them in that store! No need to go all the way to Lynn Mall, it’s just around the corner!
AUCKLAND PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA
The Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra is back in full swing. The $10 bus will be going to six more concerts this year and you are very welcome to join us. I have placed some copies of the 2022 programme behind the Reception area. If you wish to join us just book your tickets and let me know the dates you wish to travel on the bus. The bus leaves Pinesong Reception and drops us off at the Town Hall and picks us up from there after the concert to bring us back to Pinesong, all for $10 per person return.
Liane Hume, Ph.8177884
GREEN BAY KNITTING GROUP
After a long lockdown and hibernation hiding from Covid , we are pleased to advise to those who are interested in joining our charity knitting group, that we are now meeting again on Thursdays 10.00 am -12 noon in the Seabreeze Lounge Fireplace end.
Also we are always grateful for any donations of yarn.
Our Group donated a total of 868 items in 2021 despite Covid.
A big Thank You to the many contributors, some who don’t join us, but just drop off items that they have made or send yarn.
Anyone is welcome to join us for a chat and a cup of tea.
Contact Diane 8172239 or Jean 8175754 or just turn up.
We will always be pleased to see you.
SPORTS ACTIVITY CONTACTS
CROQUET
JANET CROSS PH 817-6066 janetcross@xtra.co.nz PLAYING TIMES 1PM MONDAY/10-11.30AM/TUESDAY/1PM FRIDAY
INDOOR BOWLS
FREDA HOLES PH 817-4300 PLAYING TIME 6.50PM WEDNESDAY
OUTDOOR BOWLS
DAVE JOHNSON PH 816-8911 davidnjohnson13@gmail.com
PLAYING TIMES 9.15AM MONDAY/WEDNESDAY/SATURDAY
PETANQUE
FREDA HOLES PH 817-4300 PH 817-4300 PLAYING TIMES 1.50PM-3PM
SNOOKER
BILL MULES PH 827-4747 PLAYING TIMES 2PM TUESDAY/THURSDAY
TABLE TENNIS
PAM CHOAT PH 817-4826 PLAYING TIMES 1.30-3.00PM— MONDAY & THURSDAY, 9.30AM—11.00AM SATURDAY NEW PLAYERS VERY WELCOME
OUTDOOR BOWLERS PAST OR NEW—IF YOU WOULD LIKE T HAVE A GO PH DAVE 816-8911 OR EMAIL davidnjohnson13@gmail.com GROUP DAYS MOND/WED/FRIDAY—9.15AM
CHEERS,
DAVE
HOSPITAL SHUTTLE
I have for the last few months required treatment at the Eye Clinic in Greenlane Hospital. As you know we nearly always need a driver as you are not able to drive when you have had drops. I have been so lucky to have friends and my son who has helped me, but I so wanted to try and manage this by myself.
I heard about the Hospital Shuttle, (Age Concern) I rang and booked it and since then have used it three more times. I feel it is something that works so well, is so easy to organise and only costs $6 each way. They pick you up and drop you off at Reception. I have been making my appointments for 10am and the shuttle has picked me up around 9am. If you are a shuttle person you get taken quicker and each time I have been back home in a couple of hours. At Greenlane Eye Clinic they have a Bus shelter where you can sit while you wait for the shuttle to pick you up. It is the best service and no stress at all. It means you do not have to get a friend to wait for hours with you as you can do it on your own.
It can be booked to get you to Waitakere Hospital, North Shore, Auckland/Starship and of course Greenlane Clinic.
The Shuttle number is (09) 426 0918 or 0800 809 342 (Press 5). Office hours are 10am - 4pm.
Hope you find this information helpful and ring me if you have any questions.
SENIORNET
Open Day – Monday 12th September 2022 10am – 12 noon http://www.seniornet-eden-roskill.org.nz/images/sner/SNER-Header.jpg
Regular meetings and newsletters provide on-going support and information on our activities and other computer related issues. Where are we located? Our Learning Centre facilities are located at the
Mt Eden Senior Citizens Club 487 Dominion Road Mt Eden, Auckland. (Next door to the Mt Eden War Memorial, opposite Potters Park in Balmoral). How can we be contacted?
The telephone number at the Learning Centre is 631 7591 but it may not be answered unless someone is on site and available to answer it. For membership enquiries, please phone David Barnard on 625-7102 or by email to sner.membership@gmail.com.
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