Media release by Impact PR NZ: He’s been dubbed the latte ‘artist of Albany’ by Auckland coffee lovers and now Muffin Break barista Vishal Dhiman is set to take his unique skills further afield.

As a grand finalist in the 2013 Foodco Annual Barista Competition, Dhiman will be gunning for the glory of being crowned Australasia’s best barista in Sydney next month.

To secure his spot as a finalist, Dhiman, of Muffin Break Albany in Westfield Mall, triumphed over the best baristas from Muffin Break stores across New Zealand.

Baristas from each of Muffin Break’s 37 New Zealand stores entered this year’s competition, which began with regional heats before four finalists battled it out to win a place in the Grand Final in Sydney.

At the finals, the best baristas from Australia and New Zealand will be put through their paces to test their ability to produce outstanding coffees under pressure.

Dhiman says he is thrilled to have the chance to take his love for latte art overseas.

“I want to make my mark at the Sydney final and take my barista skills to the next level. Having the opportunity to make a name for myself really means a lot to me,” Dhiman says.

“I’m really excited to travel to Sydney because I’ve never been to Australia before, and I’ve always wanted to go. I’m looking forward to competing there and making coffee in front of the judges – I can’t wait to show them my elephant latte art. It took me months to master!”

If Dhiman wins the Grand Final, he will take home a LA Spaziale S1 Coffee Machine and Grinder and an iPad Mini (valued at $3,000).

The annual event, now in its seventh year, is aimed at recognising quality and excellence in coffee preparation as well as service, rewarding the best Foodco baristas on both sides of the Tasman.

The National Operations Manager for Muffin Break New Zealand, David Drury, says he is looking forward to seeing what the finalists produce at this year’s competition.

“I feel such pride in our baristas’ high standard of coffee making in Australia and New Zealand. It is a true testament to their creativity and effective training while also proving that, as a company, we’re equally as passionate about making a great coffee as we are about delivering freshly baked products.”

The Barista Competition finals, to be judged by nine industry experts, will be held at Foodco’s Head Office Training Centre in Double Bay, Sydney on June 4th and 5th.

For more information, visit www.muffinbreak.co.nz.

Media Release by Mark Devlin (circle me on Google +) of Auckland Public Relations Company Impact PR: marketing everything about Braun electric shavers

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Fans will get their first chance to see the best BMX riders on the planet when Auckland hosts the 2013 UCI BMX World Championships on 24-28 July.

Tickets go on sale to the public worldwide from today for the week-long championships to be held indoors at Vector Arena on the Auckland waterfront.

New Zealand star Sarah Walker said she can’t wait to compete at home for the first time and believes the sport will be showcased spectacularly at Vector Arena.

“All of our lives we have had to travel around the world to compete at the Olympics and the World Championships. It is going to be unreal to finally be able to race here at home in front of our family, friends and sponsors,” Walker said.

“I know all the New Zealand team will be really excited to race at home, not just the BikeNZ elite riders but also more than 800 age group riders from clubs around the country who will race in the Challenge Class.

“I think this will be a fantastic chance for us to showcase our sport at the highest level to the public of New Zealand. I am told that BMX was one of the most popular events on television at the Olympics, but it is nothing like seeing it live.

“The field will actually be stronger than in London with a lot more depth. The best of the best will be here in Auckland.”

Walker, the London Olympic silver medallist and 2009 World Champion, will lead the BikeNZ elite team with fellow Cambridge rider Marc Willers, a World Championship podium placegetter in 2011 and London Olympian.

The best will be heading to Auckland and none bigger than the great Maris Strombergs from Latvia. The four-time World Champion has won the gold medal on both occasions that BMX has been an Olympic sport – in Beijing in 2008 and last year in London.

Also likely to be in contention will be the likes of current World Champion Sam Willoughby from Australia, the 2011 World Champion Joris Daudet and last year’s Time Trial World Champion Connor Fields (USA).

The women will include London Olympic champion and 2011 World Champion Mariana Pajon from Argentina, three time World Champion Shanaze Reade from Great Britain, current World Champion Magalie Pottier (France) and last year’s Time Trial World Champion Caroline Buchanan (Australia).

There are a number of standouts in the New Zealand team to contest the Challenge classes, with riders competing from the 5-6 years division to the oldest competitor, 73 year old Tony Rika (Hamilton).

Rika, believed to be the oldest competitive BMX rider in the world, will take part alongside his grand-daughter Alice Rika (Papakura) who has been selected in the women’s 17-24 years division of the cruiser class.

There are a number of both past and present BMX World Champions in the team including the likes of last year’s winner of the nine years age group, Rico Bearman (Waitakere) and popular Rotorua rider Dave Mohi who will contest the men’s 30 years plus and the 40-44 years cruiser class.

Organisers expect more than 2000 riders from 30 countries to come to Auckland with tickets available for as little as $9 for children, $29 for adults and a family of four pass from $129 from
www.ticketmaster.co.nz.

Full details: www.bmxworldsnz.com

Sporty, active and into health and wellbeing?
Do you want to work where everyone is focussed on fitness for life?

Are you a senior level physiotherapist focussed on getting truly life changing results for your clients?  Would you like an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary clinic consisting of physiotherapists, massage therapists and pilates trainers working together?

An opportunity to join our team at Bodyneed will become available from late June 2013. Our clinic has a strong manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation focus. We are looking for a sport’s physiotherapist with an interest and experience in working with endurance athletes. Post graduate qualifications, experience in pilates and biomechanical assessment would be an advantage.

If you are interesting in meeting us have a look at our website – www.bodyneed.co.nz - and send your CV to bodyneed@bodyneed.co.nz  Attention: Jennifer Dodds, Physiotherapy Manager, Bodyneed Ponsonby

One of New Zealand’s most decorated big game fishing boats has been placed on the market for sale for $1.15million.

The 60 foot Riviera Millennium Libertas based out of Auckland’s Viaduct Basin has won a stack of international, national and one-base competitions during its eight years on the water.

Libertas is owned by interests associated with Bayleys real estate agency director and co-founder John Bayley. Among the boat’s titles are:
* First in the Base Angler Class at the 2012 Truckers and Loggers Big Game Fishing Tournament held out of the Bay of Islands.
*Winner of the 2010 Tongan International Billfish Tournament.
* Runner-up in the striped marlin category at the 2010 New Zealand Big Game Fishing Nationals.
* Winner of the 2009 Houhora One Base Tournament.
* Winner of the striped marlin category at the 2008 New Zealand Big Game Fishing Nationals.
* Winner of the 2006 New Zealand Big Six Challenge held in the Upper North Island.

The Australian-built Libertas has a 16 foot beam and is powered by two 1000 horse power C-18s which deliver a top speed of 30 knots at 2300 rpm, with a 6500 litre fuel capacity. The vessel has cruising speed of approximately 23 knots at 1900rpm. Underwater exhausts keep engine noise to a minimum when cruising.

Weighing in unfuelled at 30.5 tonnes, Libertas is built out of hand-laid solid fiberglass with a rugged system of transverse and longitudinal stringers. Riviera’s liner is glued, screwed and glassed into place while the hull is still in the mould, while the deck is then bolted and bonded to the hull for maximum strength. The Riviera Millennium hull was designed with propeller pockets to reduce draft and provide an improved shaft angle.

The Riviera Millennium saloon leads off the teak deck rear fishing cockpit through a sliding door, and features a leather and cherrywood lounge area with wet bar and entertainment system, separate galley with oven, hob and fridge/freezer, a dining room opposite, and steps leading down to the accommodation quarters.

The vessel has a day trip capacity of 18 guests. For overnight trips and longer stays at sea, Libertas offers two double-bedrooms with shower and bathroom ensuites and three single bunk beds. The vessel is equipped with a water desalination unit, outdoor BBQ unit, and a dive tank compressor.

The rear fishing platform has hatches on either side to provide easy access to the bilge area. A large transom door to starboard opens beneath a hinged section of the covering board, and another section of the covering board opens to reveal the boat's livewell, also located in the transom. The platform also has four tuna tubes.

Upstairs, the fully enclosed air-conditioned bridge with two captain’s chairs and lounge seating aft, is outfitted with state-of-the-art Raymarine electronics including sonar, depth finder, fish finder, GPS plotter, auto pilot, SKY television, phone intercom, and a CD stereo system. Overhang on the bridge provides shade on the fishing deck below.

A second helm station in the tuna tower above the enclosed bridge area allows the helmsman to steer from outside while spotting marlin and tuna on the trawl, or for manoeuvring the vessel when bigger game fish are hooked up and being reeled in.

Professionally crewed and maintained since new, Libertas can be sold with more than $100,000 of charter bookings already in the calendar for 2013/14 if wanted by the new owner, and the opportunity to separately buy a marina berth in the Viaduct which comes with two secure car parks. The boat is being sold by Mike Houlker of Bayleys Marine Brokers Ltd.

Mr Houlker said that in addition to its life as a serious big game charter vessel, Libertas had also been extensively used as a pleasure craft for corporate and private entertaining – including scores of fishing and diving trips around the Hauraki Gulf.

“Libertas has seen numerous hostings of domestic and international guests discussing New Zealand property transactions. Its sheer elegance is conducive as the perfect ‘boardroom’ for such negotiations to take place and reflects the mix of corporate professionalism with New Zealanders’ love of fishing,” he said.

Mr Houlker said there was also the alternative to buy a half-share in Libertas, as one potential purchaser had already indicated a willingness to become a part-owner.

“This is an incredible vessel for $1.15million, and reflects the price expectation of a very realistic vendor,” Mr Houlker said.

Business confidence among Auckland firms has continued to improve dramatically this quarter with a net 50% of respondents believing that the New Zealand business situation will improve, up from 37% last quarter and more than four times the net confidence for this time last year (12%), according to the latest figures from Auckland Chamber of Commerce quarterly business confidence survey. Those believing that the business situation would deteriorate have decreased by 4 % since February.

Auckland Chamber chief executive Michael Barnett says he is pleased, although not surprised, with the results of the latest survey which also indicates that net of 56% of business owners believe that their own business situation will improve, up 7% since February and 19% since November last year.

The Chamber quarterly survey was undertaken electronically earlier this week with responses from just under 1000 Auckland business owners and managers.

“This recent survey reflects what most business owners have been telling us.  There are still challenges – like obtaining finance and finding the right employees, but things are improving,” Mr Barnett said.  “Business owners are increasingly positive about the New Zealand economy and also about their own businesses.

“The survey findings still reflect difficulties for businesses in finding the right staff – 24% indicating difficulty in finding the right people with the right skills.”

For more information on the Auckland Chamber of Commerce May Business Confidence Survey, please visit www.aucklandchamber.co.nz

LG’s 6 Motion™ technology washing-machines use six powerful techniques to deliver a customized wash for different types of fabric.

LG Electronics, the global consumer electronics giant, showcased their innovative new range of washing machines during an exclusive launch eventhighlighting their 6 Motion™ and Direct Drive™ motortechnologies.

The best-selling front-load washing machine brand in the United States for six consecutive years*, LG’s top and front loading washing machines are equipped with the Inverter Direct Drive™ motor – a motor that controls the actions of its tub and washing motions.The Direct Drive™ motor in LG washing machinesis integrated at the centre of the machine’s drumand has fewer moving parts, resulting inimproved noise and vibration suppression.

“The days of noisy and loud-banging washing machines are over”, says Glen Chean, National Marketing Manager for LG Electronics in New Zealand. “LG washing machines do their job so efficiently and quietly you quickly forget the washing is being done for you”.

The first to mount a direct drive motor directly to the front load washing machine’s drum, LG’s washing machines are also backed by an 10 Year Parts Warranty on the Direct Drive Motor for greater peace of mind.

To minimize time spent in the laundry, LG’s innovative 6 Motion™ Wash Technology uses six unique motion techniques to deliver a customized wash for different types of fabrics.

LG’s front-load washing machines also carry LG’s ‘Big In’ feature delivering a large 10Kg washing capacity without being physically larger than astandard 8kg washing machine. This is great for families who need bigger washing without taking up more valuable space from the laundry room.

Premium models of LG front-load washing machines also includea Steam Washer, which harnesses the power of steam to remove dirt, odours and reduce wrinkles.. The products 20 minute Steam Refresh Cycle provide a detergent-free wash that uses less than one litre of water, to blast clothes with steam to refresh and smooth wrinkles.

The unique Smart Diagnosis™ system lets you diagnose and solve washing problems on LG washing machines using your smartphone. Available for both iPhone and Android, the Smart Diagnosis™app lets the user record and analyze special tones emitted by LG Smart Diagnosis™ washing machines to provideyou with a diagnosis without necessarily needing to call a service technician.

LG’s 6 Motion™ washing machines are available across all major retailers around New Zealand.

* based on Stevenson TraQline data for residential front load laundry from 2007 to 2012 as measured yearly January 1st to December 31st.

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LG PR Contact
Jacqui Ansin 
Lily & Louis 
jacqui.ansin@lilyandlouis.com
09360 4466 

So magically simple, the kids will be showing you how to use it!

The 2013 LG Smart TVs are easier than ever to use, with a new smart and expansive entertainment platform that keeps you connected, offering access to a wide selection of premium content. "LG are the experts in "easy" and they have it covered when it comes to making technology easier to use," says Glen Chean, National Marketing Manager for LG in New Zealand.

Using an optional motion camera (built-in on the premium LA86 model), LG Smart TVs can be controlled using hand gestures, allowing you to change your TV channels, inputs or volume with the wave of your hand.LG Smart TVs also feature their unique and incredibly kid-friendly Magic Remote. Everything works with simple gestures – Point, Draw, Speak and Scroll. Draw the channel number in the air or scroll the wheel to change channels. Kids can even use the Magic Remote to play interactive games.
The powerful Voice Search function on the Magic remote lets users search for content on the internet by speaking through the magic remote, naturally."Just push the voice button on the remote, speak naturally and let the TV do the searching for you," Chean says.

You can also download the LG TV Remote App onto your compatible smartphone to use your phone as a remote control. The Dual Screen function on the LG TV Remote App lets you enjoy TV programming playing on TV on to the smartphone. Further PC keyboard and mouse devices can be connected to the TV, allowing for easier web surfing.

LG Smart TVs also feature powerful content sharing technologies that provide seamless content sharing with compatible smart phones, PCs and tablets.

LG Time Machine technology with TV built-in memory for instant Freeview TV Recordings

The newly updated version of LG's popular Time Machine (Time Machine II) feature lets you record your favourite Freeview|HD TV program onto the TV's in-built memory. For longer recordings, there's also the option of using a dedicated USB hard drive (minimum 40GB) enabling you to rewind, pause or watch recorded shows conveniently. LG Time Machine technology with built-in memory is available on all 2013 model LG Smart TVs.

LG Cloud makes content sharing easy
LG Cloud has now been launched globally. Once the LG Cloud app is installed from Google Play or the LG Smart World Store, you can begin streaming directly to your LG Smart TV without the need to download files to a smart storage device. It also provides cloud storage solutions, so you can store your photos and videos and the content list automatically Sharing between PCs, compatible Android smartphones and LG Smart TVs. Get started with 5GB of free storage.

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LG PR Contact
Jacqui Ansin 
Lily & Louis 
jacqui.ansin@lilyandlouis.com 
09 360 4466

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Passion for your product or service is a given for most small business owners, but that doesn’t mean you’re automatically equipped with vital skills like accounting or marketing. Finding time to develop these skills, while managing the day-to-day, is a challenge for those who run small to medium enterprises (SMEs).

This is particularly evident when considering the digital environment SMEs now operate in, which has changed the way consumers interact with companies and purchase products. It is vital for SMEs to up-skill to future proof their business.

In a bid to help Auckland SMEs access information to run their business better, Yellow® is hosting The Biz™, a free education and networking event, supported by Xero, GoogleTM, Telecom, Gen-i and BNZ. The nationwide tour visits Auckland on May 20.

Evan Lawrey, marketing director at Yellow®, says The Biz was created after conducting the Yellow SME Digital Readiness Survey[1]. The research, conducted by Colmar Brunton, revealed 49 per cent of Auckland businesses don’t have a website. Of Auckland SMEs that have a website, only 10 per cent do any mobile marketing.

“During the last three years New Zealanders’ personal mobile internet use[2] has doubled[3], indicating that while having a website is vital for marketing your business or product it is only the first step. It is now becoming increasingly important for websites to be mobile-friendly for people who search on the go,” says Lawrey.

Lawrey is quick to point out that, of those Auckland SMEs that have a website, 24 per cent plan to implement a mobile website, mobile application or text marketing within the next year. Another 32 per cent of businesses plan to get a website in the same time period.

The findings suggest many Auckland SMEs plan to expand their digital tool kit and would benefit from getting advice about this area of their business.

The Biz Auckland will provide a forum for local businesses to share their stories, and learn from some of New Zealand’s best business brains. The presenters include Janene Draper co-founder of Farro Fresh Food.

With virtually no food retail experience, Janene and her husband launched Farro Fresh Food. Janene’s steadfast commitment to creating the best food experience for customers was key in growing this start-up into three successful Auckland stores, employing 200 people.

“As much as we were very passionate about food, we knew that passion alone wouldn’t build our business. When we started Farro Fresh, one of the best things we did was invest time in up-skilling ourselves.

Learning from other SMEs and seeking out sound advice from business advisors was vital in developing our business,” says Janene.

Janene will be speaking at The Biz event, along with Declan Scott from She Chocolate. The speakers will share their tips for success, overcoming challenges and the lessons they have learnt in the development of their businesses.

In addition to inspiration from start-up success stories, there will be strong business advice from Tenby Powell, a passionate supporter of SMEs who is convenor of the government’s Small Business Development Group and founder of the New Zealand SME Business Network. Yellow®, Google™ and KPMG will all provide priceless information on digital marketing and business planning and finance.

Auckland event details:
8am - 10am and 5pm - 7pm
20 May, 2013
Ellerslie Event Centre
80 Ascot Ave
Remuera

To register visit www.bizevents.co.nz

The Yellow® SME Digital Readiness Survey results include:
·         40 per cent of Auckland SMEs use social media, compared with 65 per cent of Southland SMEs and 57 per cent of Hawkes Bay SMEs
·         39 per cent of Auckland SMEs use email marketing, compared with the national average of 32 per cent
·         16 per cent of Auckland SMEs don’t use any online marketing tools, compared with 29 per cent of Northland SMEs and  seven per cent of Nelson and Marlborough SMEs
·         22 per cent of Auckland SMEs plan to implement social media in the next year or so, compared with 32 per cent of Christchurch SMEs and  21 per cent of Wellington SMEs
·         32 per cent of Auckland SMEs have a listing on an online directory and 26 per cent plan to create one in the next year or so
·         49 per cent of Auckland SMEs don’t have a website and 32 per cent plan to build a company website in the next year or so
·         28 per cent of Auckland businesses with a website are using search engine optimisation to drive people to the website. A further 41 per cent of these businesses are considering implementing search engine optimisation in the next year or so.

Source: Yellow® SME Digital Readiness Survey (Colmar Brunton SME Panel - Overall sample size=1008 and Auckland sample size=379)

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Footnotes:
[1] Colmar Brunton’s online SME panel, made up of self-employed businesses, business owners or key decision makers representative of the NZ business population
2 Mobile internet use is defined as internet use connecting through cellular, datacards, hotspots or Wi-Fi

3 Statistics New Zealand. Household Use of Information and Communication Technology: 2012

From the culinary creativity of Annabel Langbein to the innovative genius of Lanzatech’s Dr Sean Simpson, and many more, Kiwis are making it big around the globe. Next Thursday, they are sharing their success with other Kiwis at Go Global in Auckland.

Go Global is a unique opportunity for Kiwi firms to hear how others have mastered export success by making innovation integral to their business.

Catherine Beard, executive director of ExportNZ hosting the conference, says “For such a tiny island nation as ours, making the world our market is essential to survival and growth. There’s no better way to learn than from other Kiwis who are out there doing the business, learning the lessons and succeeding.

“We have been blown away with the generosity of spirit from the speakers willing to share their success tips to help make New Zealand a great exporting nation. We have so much innovation and talent to sell to the world, we just need to understand the best way of doing it.

“This year’s Programme really is the most outstanding value. We've secured the best line up of exporting stars to share learnings, challenge and inspire in one powerful one-hit day. I hope any business owner who wants to improve their international business will invest a day of their time in this for some outstanding results.”

Waterfront Auckland presents ‘The Best of British’ this Queen’s Birthday weekend

Waterfront Auckland is excited to announce a very special free community event taking place this Queen’s Birthday weekend at Queen’s Wharf – ‘The Best of British’.

From June 1st – 3rd, spend the day at Queen’s Wharf and discover the very best of England, Scotland and Wales. Guests are invited to toast Her Royal Highness over a High Tea, dabble in a round of croquet or badminton, and dine on a veritable mix of the finest British cuisine, from cucumber sandwiches to shortbread.

For families staying in Auckland this Queen’s Birthday, there’s no better place to while away an Autumnal day. From High Tea to free children’s workshops, the three-day weekend will be a celebration of all things British.

Peruse the British Car display, catch a free family movie including the original ‘Alice in Wonderland’ complete with a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, or take part in a variety of quintessential British games for the whole family – kids will love learning the ins and outs of classic games such as lawn balls or croquet!

If it’s British, you’ll find it on Queen’s Wharf this Queen’s Birthday Weekend!

‘The Best of British’ at Queen’s Wharf
Queen’s Birthday Weekend, June 1st – 3rd
10am – 5pm
FREE ENTRY

Keith Kerr of Auckland-based Financial Solutionz has been in the financial services industry since 1989 and has a wealth of experience to share with his clients.

Through the years Keith has built up a large and loyal client base and is now helping children of his original clients.  “I have a ‘client for life’ philosophy. This means that I want to earn your long term business and that of your friends and family,” says Keith Kerr.

“With 25 years financial services experience and expertise of Keith Kerr, you can rest assured with Financial Solutionz that we know a fair bit about Insurance plans including Mortgage Protection, medical, life & trauma along with the home loans with  interest rates, loan structures and ways to fast track the repayment of your home loan,” says Keith.

From the age of 18 to 24 he became a qualified Aeronautical Engineer in the Air Force.  “This discipline learned in the Armed Forces certainly helps me with the day to day tasks needed to give my clients great service,” says Keith.

Keith added home loans to his existing Insurance practice in 1996. “I was also one of the six people to start New Zealand home loans in 1996 helping to establish the Auckland franchise area. We grew this to being the largest franchise in the organisation and helped hundreds of families to move towards their financial independence by starting them on the right financial path in a risk free way,” says Keith.

Keith’s company, Financial Solutionz Ltd, is also aligned with the Loanmarket and the Insurance market.

Keith now has over 1200 satisfied and happy clients.  “I believe I can bring a wide experience and knowledge of different situations and help my clients to put in place a plan that will not only suit their current needs but should be able to be modified and changed on both the home loan and risk management side,” says Keith.

Keith also has a wealth of experience in risk management to give you piece of mind. “As a professional and accomplished risk management financial adviser specialising in business risk management, I also work with professionals and business owners to handle the risks that can derail their future plans,” says Keith.

Being a business owner of a successful practice, Keith understands the need for entrepreneurial professionals to be free to focus on the growth requirements to create their own great businesses. “I take the big risks out of the equation for clients – often risks that the owners haven’t even seen yet – so that they have the best chance of achieving their own business and personal success,” says Keith

“My focus is always on achieving the right outcome for my client, and doing so in a thoroughly professional and robust manner,” says Keith.

That process includes Conducting a Business Risk Assessment, providing a report explaining the business risks, assessing and estimate the financial risk, helping clients understand what is risk management, explaining different types of business insurance to clients,getting any necessary business insurance quote and insuring the right money goes to the right place at the right time.

Keith is a registered financial adviser (RFA) and has no financial ties or interests with any insurance company or bank. However he has business insurance agencies with New Zealand’s leading insurance companies. “So I can look after and advise clients on their existing risk management policies and structures, and then provide a strategic risk management analysis, and objective specialist advice,” says Keith.

Areas of specialist expertise include business interruption strategies, keyperson coverage, shareholder protection, business debt management, disability and income protection, partnership risk management, succession funding and structure and group employment benefit programs.

Contact Keith Kerr:

Phone: 09-215 4586 O

M: 021 767 724

F: 09 414 4410

Email: keith@kerr.net.nz

Posting Address: PO box 31880, Milford, Auckland 0741

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