docklines - spring 2009
The newsletter of half moon bay marina
www.hmbmarina.co.nz
Opening marks new era
The first new building in the re-development of the Marina’s ‘retail’ precinct is now open.
The ‘Compass’ building on Ara Tai Drive is now home to
a variety of tenants whose products and services have a
distinctly lifestyle flavour. These range from a gymnasium,
beauty spa and kids care to medical specialists, a pharmacy
and physiotherapist, plus restaurant and real estate – all are
contributing to a new buzz of activity in the area.
The doors were opened a couple of weeks ago as finishing
touches were being made, signs going up and contractors
cleaned up.
we tell you more
about the new people
and their businesses in
‘Compass’, show you
exactly where they are
located – and invite you
to call in and
look around.
Getting this building finished is a milestone in the grand plan
to revitalize the ‘shopping centre’ area of the Marina. The way
this first project has been received and is operating in times
of economic ‘difficulty’, bodes well for the work to come.
Plans are well advanced for stage two, the marine services
building, which is 90% leased. Tenancies already arranged
include new Burnsco and Top Catch stores and the Marina
Brokerage.
Seabed fees no more!
We did it! An extremely satisfying result. And thanks to all those who played a part.
The story of how the Auckland Regional Council will phase
out seabed fees at Half Moon Bay and other marinas has
been well publicized in Auckland newspapers and marine
magazines but since Docklines has been ‘on the case’ for a
year or more we wanted to bring you our conclusion too.
Thanks to (now) HMBM Berth Owners Association
President Geoff Burgess who spearheaded the cause,
first with his personal assault direct to the council, on the
inequity of the situation, and then, together with
berth-holders and the assistance and support of Marina
management, led the charge with his petition. Remember –
1326 signatures!
The fees get phased out over four years.
Eventually that’s a reduction in cost to us all of
nearly $200,000 annually.
As Geoff has said already – ‘Great news –
well done everyone’.
Hear, hear!
New Building
Lifestyle, health and beauty theme at
COMPASS
You feel better just reading
the list of tenants in the new
Compass building!
Their services have a decided uplifting feel. Start
with a new home – Ray White can do that. Tone up a
bit at Marina Fitness. After that, enjoy a relaxing spa
at Gaia. Now you can indulge in an exotic dinner at
Gouemons Japanese restaurant but not before you
have kept your hair appointment at Marina Salon.
Then there’s an abundance of services to keep you
well in the Marina Medical Rooms. Services range
from GP’s to physios to specialists in many areas
including plastic surgery.
It’s an interesting line-up and one that probably
reflects the growing demands from the style of the
local residential environment and the development of
Half Moon Bay as a marine commuter centre for the
South-Eastern area. The ferries and their passengers
have been a major factor in the commercial appeal of
the new building.
An interesting feature for a two-level building is a lift.
With the medical people and their rooms, including
an operating room, on the second level, a lift was
essential and a valuable aid for older and disabled
patients.
Second level tenants not only have views over the
marina but access to a deck which should be an
enjoyable feature in warmer weather.
As we go to print the architectural ‘sails’ that give the
building it’s distinctive marine feel and provide cover
over main entrances are still to be installed. These
will decorate Compass and will be a feature on future
developments in this retail property area
of the Marina.
Who’s Where in COMPASS
Who’s Who in COMPASS
Marina Medical
Moving from the existing Shopping
Centre into spacious premises on the second level of Compass
has given Marina Medical Rooms outstanding new facilities for
their patients. Their surgery is now part of a health centre offering
a wider range of services and longer hours. General Practitioners
Drs Bruce Page, Catherine McArthur, Donna La Hood and Rebecca
Thompson are all well respected doctors who have been serving
the local community for many years.
Phone 534 5414
Marina Specialists
Highly regarded cosmetic and
reconstructive plastic surgeon Mr Martin Rees is heading a team of
specialists whose fields also include gastroenterology, dermatology,
obstetrics and gynaecology. A purpose-built operating room has
been included as part of their new premises where procedures
with local anaesthetic and sedation can be performed.
Beauty Spa and Wellbeing
Beauty, Spa and
Wellbeing is Half Moon Bay’s latest beauty and day spa offering
clients the latest in treatments and the opportunity to relax and
recharge their batteries in a soothing tranquil environment. First
class professional service is offered in a welcoming and friendly
environment.
Gaia Day Spa offers professional consultations to suit individual
needs including the very best available in face and body treatments.
The new, purpose-built office, showroom and training facility
provides for the expansion of the company’s education and sales
service to the growing number of beauty, spa and massage
professionals in New Zealand.
For further information phone 534 3390 or go to
www.bswnz.co.nz
Phone 534 4040
Lollipops Educare Lollipops Educare Half Moon Bay is
Marina Physio
Sports injuries, spinal and joint pain,
headaches and muscle problems are all dealt with by the experienced
professionals at Marina Physio. With their expertise in acupuncture,
exercise prescription and injury prevention their treatments can
include mobilization or manipulation, massage, electrotherapy and
fitness programmes. Principal physiotherapist David Timmins with
Louise Johnson and Oliver Low make up the team.
Phone 534 4045
a licensed, purpose-built childcare centre which will accommodate
requirements for children aged 0-5 years. Fully resourced with
educational and fun equipment, each licence is separated into
three areas catering for the developmental stage of each child. The
exterior play area is built to the highest specifications. Nurseries are
set up to be a home away from home experience for infants while
the pre-school room is equipped with stimulating and educational
resources.
Marina Care Chemist Another tenant moving from the
‘Shopping Center’ into the brand new building. The same excellent
range of products and services – plus more! Prescriptions of
course, with sound guidance on the use of medicines, family health
advice, beauty care, product ‘specials and gift ideas aplenty. A
bright new shop on the ground level, easily accessible with parking
right outside the door. Brenda and her staff offer friendly personal
service.
NZ Post mail boxes and other Post Shop services are here too
Phone 534 5638
Mountfort Estate Agents Ltd
Ray White The Ray White Half Moon Bay Marina office is
part of the Ray White Eastern Group of six offices, directed by Bob
Mountfort & Neil Baker. Services include residential sales, real
estate investments, commercial sales and leases, and property
management / rentals.
General Manager, Neil Baker, says “Our key focus is our clients
and being the best in the business for them. Working in such a
competitive industry we assert our difference by maintaining a
high level of market knowledge, superior marketing service and
expertise in auctions.”
Contact Neil Baker mob 0274 810 199 for more details or visit
www.rwhalfmoonbay.co.nz
Open 7am-6pm, Monday to Friday. Closed public holidays.
For information phone Lynne or Megan: 537 6074
[email protected]
Marina Fitness
Marina Fitness is a new fitness club from
Manukau Leisure, Manukau City’s recreation arm responsible for
running all the Council’s leisure, aquatics, fitness and childcare
facilities. Marina Fitness at Half Moon Bay is its first stand-alone
gym providing state-of-the-art equipment, the best professional
trainers together with beautifully appointed amenities. Being
located on the second level of the Compass building, privacy and
outstanding views create an intimate and relaxing environment.
in the main Marina Shopping Centre building is now Marina Salon in the new
Phone about membership opening specials - 534 3590
Same friendly faces, same great service, just stylish new
surroundings where you’ll be pampered even more.
Marina Salon
It’s a transformation! What was Marina Hair Studio
Gouemon Restaurant
Another long-standing tenant
moving from the Shopping Centre, Goueman now has a prime
spot in Compass looking out on the Marina. This stylish Japanese
restaurant has a high reputation and a loyal regular clientele
enjoying the favourably-priced classic Japanese fare.
Fully licensed and BYO the Gouemon is open Tuesday to
Sunday 6pm - 10pm. Phone 534 2959
Compass building. And what a beautiful transformation. With interior design
by Wingate & Farquhar Architecture, the new salon is a delight that all our
clients will enjoy.
Call Rachael phone 09 534 5395
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LED lighting design and installation.
Phone 021 316 311
Berth Owners Association
AGM to report successes,
consider challenges
All berth owners are invited to the Half Moon Bay Marina Berth Owners Association Annual General Meeting.
Geoff
Burgess,
When:
Wed 23rd September 7.00pm
President, Berth
Owners Assn
Recording our history:
Committee Member Sandra Mooney is compiling a history
of Half Moon Bay for the Association, so if you have any old
photos or documents and news about the construction and
development of this area of the Tamaki River please contact
Sandra at the Association or phone her on 576 1424.
Where:
Bucklands Beach Yacht Club
Membership:
We are keen to extend our membership so non-members
are welcome at the AGM.
The Association Committee will be reporting to members
on its activities for the year. This will be followed by an
informative presentation by Auckland Maritime Foundation
concerning operations and development of Half Moon Bay
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The social hour will be a great opportunity to ‘meet-andgreet’ with the committee and fellow berth owners.
President Geoff Burgess says it has been an exciting year
for the committee, with lots to report, including the success
in challenging the unfair seabed levies at Half Moon Bay and
having them phased out.
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Weekend haulouts on demand
A Saturday haulout service will be offered this year
starting on October 3rd. But it will be driven by demand.
The service will be cancelled for any given Saturday if
bookings are not sufficient to justify staff engagement.
We would therefore appreciate some advance notice if
you are thinking of using this service.
Start date is 3rd October
Last date for Saturday return to water 19th
December
Please note: the haulout service will NOT be available on
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Anyone for pennants?
Marina on show with Coastgard refit
Auckland Coastguard’s 14 metre Naiad RIB “Lion
Foundation Rescue” is at Half Moon Bay Marina at the
moment undergoing a major refit. The refit, expected
to cost in the vicinity of $120,000, will include the
removal and servicing of its twin diesel engines as well
as a complete repaint for the vessel. Since “Lion” was
launched six years ago, she has covered over 47,000
nautical miles mainly around the Hauraki Gulf which has
also included accompanying the fleet each year in the
annual Coastal Classic Yacht race to the Bay of Islands.
Firewatch
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Service of Existing
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A small number of the Half Moon Bay Marina
pennants which we produced last year and which
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Email: [email protected] Website: www.firewatch.co.nz