Articles in ‘Columns’

A Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads and Fathers out there from the Papakura Business Association – we hope you have a fantastic day! Welcome to New Businesses into Papakura · We welcome Bullseye Accounting who have opened up on the Great South Road. · And Memory Layne who have opened up in O’Shannessey Street. · Our Wonderful Businesses and Business Owners · Check out pages 16 & 17 to see the wonderful faces of business people and owners and…

As I’m standing in my kitchen looking at the groove worn into the floor from my endless trips to the fridge, I’m suddenly reminded that Spring is only days away. And this is great news, because at the end of a spring day, everyone should smell like sweat … from the effects of a workout. · And there’s that feeling of anticipation, a countdown to warm welcoming days with bounties involving BBQ’s and good times with friends. And for most that…

Sales volumes have returned to normal in June, they were the highest for the month of June in four years - indicating that the impact of lockdown is truly behind the country and people are making positive decisions about their futures. · Predictions that house prices would fall dramatically post COVID are not demonstrated in the market and certainly not in our area. · There are lots on New Zealanders either returning home or looking at New…

WELCOME TO NEW BUSINESSES INTO PAPAKURA · It is with great pleasure we can let you know that Red Earth Bistro and Wine Bar has reopened in Papakura on the Great South Road. · Check out their details on www.facebook.com/Redearthbistro · And Toasted As Gourmet Toasted Sandwiches are open in Broadway. · Check out their details on www.facebook.com/toastedas · NEW WEBSITE – www.papakura.co.nz · Check out our new look Website for Papakura Town…

I write this sitting in a paddock surrounded by cows. This is of course, entirely irrelevant, but I was assured by someone in the know that a catchy first line would result in greater engagement. And, following advice from someone claiming to be someone in the know seems to be the thing to do, particularly in the fitness industry. For those of us in the fitness industry who, thanks to father time, have forgotten more than most, it comes as no…

Sciatica is one of the most common disorders seen in the acupuncture clinic. It is estimated that up to 40% of the New Zealand population will experience sciatica at some point in their lives. · What is Sciatica? · The sciatic nerve is the largest and longest nerve in the body. When this nerve inflames, it is called sciatica. Sciatica nerve originates in the lower spine travels through the buttocks, down the back of the legs and branches into…

Usually by this time of the year, our local parks are full of young and not so young folk showing off their best moves in a variety of different sports, but this year due to Covid things have been different. That’s not to say that things haven’t been happening behind the scenes and in some respects Director of Football at Franklin United Ben Fletcher, has been working even harder to bring to fruition what has to be the best news for youth…

BUY VOUCHERS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES IN PAPAKURA · Now we have a fabulous offer for you all! · How about buying a $20.00 or more voucher from a local business in Papakura and we will give you an extra $5.00 voucher to spend. · Now that’s a good deal for sure. · Head to www.livepapakura.co.nz to see which stores are accepting these vouchers and support and love local businesses today. · WELCOME TO NEW BUSINESSES INTO PAPAKURA · We…

So, the other day a colleague said, “wouldn’t it be great if we were able to look at some key measures to determine quality of life. And, what if we could determine how these were affected by exercise”. And this was a very valid general query, but also a very personal one for those who have their quality of life impacted by the effects of stress. · As luck would have it, a group of scientists have done exactly that. They identified these…

Many years ago, more than I care to admit, I managed to convince my seniors in the military to allow me to do a non-trade relevant course, as a Unit Physical Training Instructor. I think in hindsight it was probably not that hard a “sell”, after all it was likely to result in me being way too tired and beaten down to be of any bother to them for the duration. · One of the first lessons I’d learned came under the title “Mindset” and was broadly…