Manukau CityPrice by Negotiation654439m²1.03haUnparalleled luxury living in WhitfordWelcome to one of Auckland’s most exceptional rural properties a masterpiece of automation and style - a semi-rural haven where sophisticated technology meets timeless elegance Every detail has been meticulously crafted to offer a lifestyle of pure indulgence in luxury and convenience seamlessly integrates state-of-the-art design features with the serene beauty of its natural surroundings Experience comfort and convenience at your fingertips as the latest innovations enhance every aspect of this substantial home The heart of this exceptional home features a spectacular kitchen and exquisite cabinetry throughout by renowned designer Mal Corboy and beautifully crafted by Central Joinery A generous theatre room and adjacent living areas flow effortlessly outside to a magnificent north-facing covered entertainment area and an inspiring infinity pool with a unique virtual pool fence featuring impressive wardrobe space and an indulgent bathroom Generous bedrooms and bathrooms throughout this remarkable home ensure comfort for family and guests alike Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the extensive garaging with the second dwelling providing an ideal solution for extended family or guests This large building/shed includes space for a gym and an upstairs teenager’s retreat or a work from home office The garage of the sleepout was designed with a high-stud Set on just over one hectare of immaculately presented grounds this stunning property offers plenty of outdoor space for family enjoyment This resort-like property is a rare fusion of luxury and natural beauty – just a short drive to Whitford Village with cafes and conveniences An easy commute to motorway access and the Pine Harbour Ferry to Auckland’s CBD Manukau CitySet Sale Date535431m²5,161m²You do the Maths!Land parcel looking over Auckland Harbour with CV $1.4M + 431m2 house @ $5000m2 = $2,155,000 Smart moves to avoid hidden costs as seen on Grand Designs Or you could buy the nearby section currently on the market asking $1,865,000 and adventure into the dark abyss of building your dream home in Auckland * Nestled at an impressive 200 metres above sea level dead-end country road nestled within a prestigious 6-year-old subdivision * Gourmet kitchen and butlers pantry equipped with top of the line appliances and bespoke cabinetry and a 3.2M x 1200m2 quartz island * A chilled wine cellar offering a perfect climate to store and showcase up to 360 bottles of your collection in style * Smart home equipped with state-of-the-art Wiser technology allowing you to control your home's lighting and blinds from the touch of a button offering an expansive 79m2 of refined living space perfect for guests or extended living situation * State of the art 5 car garage with 4.050m stud height plus hydraulic hoist * 2 x 22000Lt underground concrete water tanks 1 x back up tank 22000Lt based on a borrower’s individual credit assessment.Canstar's Most Awarded Personal LoanGet a renovation loan up to $70K and bring your vision to life we can approve your home improvement loan quickly and get your renovation started An environmental charity in Tonga says the Australian company BHP suspending nickel mining is a bad sign for deep sea mining It comes as the International Seabed Authority is in Kingston Jamaica to discuss mining regulations in the high seas Deep Sea Mining coordinator for Civil Society Tonga told RNZ Pacific's Caleb Fotheringham a global nickel oversupply would result in little economic benefits for Tonga if it decides to pursue deep sea mining See terms of use for easy access to all your favourite programmes Perched along the tranquil Solway Coast in Dumfries and Galloway, Tidal House is a contemporary retreat envisioned by Brown & Brown Architects for a retired couple transitioning from city life in Edinburgh The clients longed for a peaceful escape amidst the rugged waterfront beauty of the Scottish landscape the smoked clay brick facade offers a sturdy grounded presence that reflects the charm of the nearby village the southern wood cladding embraces the fluidity of the coastal environment designed to age gracefully with the passage of time At the heart of the design lies a captivating three-sided courtyard which acts as both a visual and functional divider between the main living spaces and an artist’s studio This courtyard approach not only enhances privacy but also fosters a sense of intimacy and connection with the outdoors The careful placement of expansive windows invites the surrounding natural beauty inside creating a constant interplay between the built environment and its surroundings We’re pinching ourselves still as the whole thing is so incredible,” the clients say The home is a sanctuary where artistic inspiration and relaxation coexist with its strategically positioned glass corner overlooking the River Urr estuary This intimate nook serves as a place for reflection and creativity offering an ever-changing view of tidal waters and distant horizons such as large windows for natural solar gain and strategically placed openings for cross-ventilation ensure energy efficiency without compromising comfort The masonry wall on the north side acts as a thermal store while the southern glazing benefits from an overhang that provides seasonal shading These features embody Brown & Brown’s philosophy of “slow work,” emphasizing meticulous planning wood flooring and tile coexist alongside textured woods and a rich color palette for a warm The public spaces aim to be more light and airy while the private areas are designed with a darker feeling to encourage relaxation and family heirlooms round out the interior to make it more personal For more on the Tidal House and Brown & Brown Architects, visit brownandbrown.studio Photography by Jim Stephenson and Mart Goosens Caroline Williamson is Editor-in-Chief of Design Milk She has a BFA in photography from SCAD and can usually be found searching for vintage wares doing New York Times crossword puzzles in pen FiiO'S sub-brand Snowsky has launched the Retro Nano user-friendly vinyl flattening machine that restores warped records to their original shape using precision heat technology Zaha Hadid Architects transforms public transit at the KAFD Metro Station in Riyadh with futuristic architecture Full of natural materials and respect for modern Swedish design the STOCKHOLM 2025 collection from IKEA debuts 96 new pieces You’ll always hear it from Design Milk first Our passion is discovering and highlighting emerging talent and we’re energized by and for our community of like-minded design lovers — like you 43,000+ global companies doing business in the region 102,000+ key contacts related to companies and projects news and interviews about your industry in English Tidal House by Brown & Brown Architects redefines coastal living with a design that balances privacy The Solway coast in Dumfries and Galloway lies at the very beginning of Scotland – a landscape with a rugged beauty and mild but endlessly variable weather Scottish practice Brown & Brown was tasked with creating Tidal House – a residential retreat for a retired couple seeking tranquillity after relocating from Edinburgh The design for Tidal House comprises two glass-fronted rectilinear volumes stacked one on top of the other and arranged around a paved three-sided courtyard Lying relatively low in its coastal surroundings the house features overhanging roofs that lend it an inconspicuous appearance and also provide effective solar shading for the living areas during the summer months Expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing ensures the estuary’s tranquil vistas permeate the interior creating a seamless flow between indoors and out while maintaining privacy and a connection to the surrounding landscape ‘A key challenge was balancing the openness to the water with the need to bring those views into the courtyard at the heart of the plan while shielding the house from neighbouring properties,’ explains Andrew Brown who founded the practice alongside his partner village-facing façade was predominantly clad in robust smoked clay brick chosen for its subtle variations in colour and texture to prevent it from feeling overly austere the house is clad in a treated European larch that will weather gracefully in the marine environment reflecting the shifting hues of the surrounding landscape while creating a pleasing contrast with the masonry wall ‘Both materials adapt well to the variable climate with the timber and brick responding naturally to seasonal changes while maintaining their functional and aesthetic qualities,’ Brown says featuring a blend of tile and timber flooring across a mix of lighter social spaces and darker private areas Custom furniture created by the clients sits alongside family heirlooms including a bust of the client’s father creates a natural division between the main living areas and an artist’s studio with a glazed corner overlooking the water focused openings between the studio and the courtyard allow for natural cross-ventilation and offer glimpses back into the house thoughtfully maintaining a subtle connection while preserving privacy It’s these small details that the practice credits to its ‘slow work’ philosophy – an approach marked by patience ‘Our “slow work” philosophy emphasises a collaborative approach particularly during the initial design stage,’ informs Brown we explore multiple iterations of a scheme taking time to gather client feedback and consider its implications on the overall design This unhurried process ensures careful reflection and results in designs that benefit from the thoughtfulness and depth of early exploration.’ escapism and design stories from around the world direct to your inbox brownandbrown.studio Ali Morris is a UK-based editor, writer and creative consultant specialising in design, interiors and architecture. In her 16 years as a design writer, Ali has travelled the world, crafting articles about creative projects, products, places and people for titles such as Dezeen, Wallpaper* and Kinfolk. Manukau CityAsking price $1,865,0001.91haVendors have purchased Make an offer!Welcome to one of Auckland's most exceptional estates nestled in the semi-rural enclave of Whitford blank canvas offers 1.91 hectares (more or less) of breathtaking 180-degree views from the Manukau Heads the iconic Rangitoto Island and Hauraki Gulf This is the ideal location to build your dream home and create a private masterpiece that takes full advantage of its breathtaking surroundings Imagine designing a home that captures the panoramic views while enjoying the peace and serenity with your own slice of native bush The flat to gently sloping land provides ample space for a custom-built residence or perhaps even an infinity pool overlooking the City architecturally designed homes and set with natural bush at your doorstep this property offers the ultimate in privacy without the high- maintenance demands of lifestyle living The exclusive setting provides peace and tranquillity rural atmosphere while still being conveniently close to the charming Whitford Village and golf club the property is just a short drive from motorway routes and the Pine Harbour Ferry ensuring a quick and easy commute to the Auckland CBD With no other sections offering such spectacular views this is a rare opportunity to secure one of the last remaining bare-land sites in the area Don’t miss the chance to build your vision on this exceptional piece of land—private and perfectly positioned to offer stunning views and a lifestyle of absolute serenity See this listing on Barfoot & Thompson Practical insights from and foracademics and university staff Everything you need for each stepof your study abroad journey Taking a cue from copyright’s ‘sweat of the brow’ Ian Solway and Shan Wang argue that recognition of effort and resilience should not be lost in a rush to maximise learning efficiency educators can look to a principle rooted in copyright law: the “sweat of the brow” doctrine This concept highlights the intrinsic worth of hard work even when it does not result in groundbreaking originality If such effort is valued in legal contexts this principle holds significant implications for education where students’ journeys often involve grappling with complex concepts and revising their understanding over time hard work fosters essential qualities such as resilience Hard work often leads to a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the material. While working smarter can help students grasp the basics quickly, true mastery often requires sustained effort – hours spent wrestling with difficult concepts refining understanding and applying knowledge in new contexts lasting knowledge that transcends the classroom For instance, during teaching at Winchester School of Art (WSA), we’ve seen students refine their writing over multiple drafts This process not only improves their academic output but also builds their confidence and ownership of their work.  Moreover, in addition to recognising hard work, educators must also appreciate the distinctiveness of every student’s voice in their work, encouraging them to translate their personal expression into both formal and informal writing Such tangible evidence of effort and individuality deserves as much recognition as the polished final product Another vital dimension of hard work lies in nurturing students’ authorial voice Academic training often emphasises writing in a structured but this should not suppress individuality Encouraging students to express their own perspectives builds originality and confidence At WSA, we’ve observed how students’ writing evolves when they’re empowered to bring their voice into academic work a design student analysing a project’s user experience might initially default to jargon-heavy prose but with feedback will learn to gradually incorporate their personal insights and reflections This balance of formality and individuality enriches both their learning and their contributions to their field Educators can incorporate the “sweat of the brow” doctrine into assessment practices by valuing effort persistence and personal growth alongside efficiency and outcomes This approach emphasises the process of learning rather than just the final product.  These strategies highlight the value to learning of hard work and persistence Students who actively seek feedback and refine their work often excel showcasing their ability to integrate new knowledge – a critical skill in creative fields such as time spent refining ideas or overcoming obstacles educators can make hard work visible and quantifiable Aligning assessment with these principles shifts the focus from short-term results to long-term learning placing growth and persistence alongside outcomes Educators should encourage students to approach their work strategically while emphasising the value of consistent effort Tools such as tracked changes in documents can help highlight progress and dedication nurturing students’ authorial voices promotes creativity and confidence reminding them that personal expression is just as important as the effort invested By cultivating a learning environment where both intelligence and perseverance flourish educators prepare students for success academically and beyond Shan Wang is a lecturer in design management and Ian Solway is a teaching fellow in design management in the department of design in the Winchester School of Art at the University of Southampton If you would like advice and insight from academics and university staff delivered direct to your inbox each week, sign up for the Campus newsletter and unlock a host of features on the THE site By 2025-04-07T11:05:00+01:00 Pallet-Track has appointed Hull-based Harrison Solway director Lee Solway to its board to represent the interests of its members Solway becomes member network director and will sit alongside Mark Waite founder and director of Inter-Haul Pallet Services who has been a member network director for the last 10 years He will also work closely with the business’ operational board - chief executive Stuart Godman CTO Thomas Olsson and operations director Gary Oliver Solway said: “I was immensely proud and humbled to be asked to take on this role “Mark and I represent our 90-plus shareholder members at board level and this role is all about having a voice in the network so I’m delighted to be taking on this responsibility “I like to lead by example from a service perspective and I pride myself on being an approachable guy – it’s nice to be nice!” Pallet-Track CEO Stuart Godman and Lee Solway Pallet-Track CEO Godman said: “Lee and the superb team at Harrison Solway set themselves the highest possible service standards every day so this new role is very much a natural fit for him “He reflects the drive and ambition of all of us here at Pallet-Track and I very much look forward to working with him as we continue our growth journey He has already made a fantastic difference to the future direction of the business.” Pallet-Track’s Southern Hub in Welwyn Garden City designed to save over 500,000 extra miles of transport a year for shipments heading into the capital and surrounding areas is celebrating its 10th year of successful operation Hull haulier Harrison Solway has won an award for outstanding service after not missing a single delivery during 2024 Pallet-Track has become a Carbon Certified Business as part of its strategy to become carbon neutral Site powered by Webvision Cloud The funeral of John Prescott's taking place in Hull today The former UK Deputy Prime Minister was instrumental in helping raise the Solway Harvester in the year 2000 - the fishing vessel had sunk off the coast of the Isle of Man All seven crew members died in the tragedy Dudley Butt was the Island's Detective Chief Inspector at the time and played a major part in the investigation into the sinking He says it probably wouldn't have happened without Mr Prescott By David Carroll one of the fiercest experienced for many years Heavy snowfalls were reported from all parts of the country leaving in its wake a trail of desolation and ruin Traffic was paralysed and widespread power cuts were experienced in many areas The driving force of the easterly gale lashed the whole of the East coast and the Port of Dublin was stormbound The Irish Times reported that Captain JR Bulmer of the RMS Hibernia described the seas breaking on the Burford Bank as the worst in his thirty-seven years’ experience One of the victims of the storm was the 100-ton schooner Solway Lass Scotland and owned by Captain Kristian Andersen of Portmadoc (now Porthmadog) on Wednesday with a cargo of coal for the Wicklow Corn Company During the night the storm came up and the vessel was hindered by the poor visibility before the mainsail gave way They decided to try and make for Dublin and did succeed in picking up the light from the Kish lightship RMS Cambria passed and sighted the distressed schooner Captain Turner of the RMS Cambria contacted the Dún Laoghaire Harbour Master and his report said that he had passed a vessel at about ten minutes to five She was running before the gale in mountainous sea with “bare poles,” but was flying no signals.  the schooner was making its way for the entrance to the Liffey and about two hundred yards off the Poolbeg lighthouse Nothing could be done and shortly after the schooner grounded at about half-past-seven.  received word at about 12 o’clock that a schooner was ashore between the Pigeon House and Sandymount the lifeboat put to sea but could not get near the schooner because of the falling tide and returned to Dún Laoghaire berthing the lifeboat in the coal harbour and stood by in case they were called out again Efforts were also made to shoot a lifeline to the vessel but it failed owing to the distance from shore originally from Sweden but a resident of Portmadoc for many years was the skipper and joint-owner with his wife There were two other crew members: William Payne the mate from Portmadoc and sixteen-year-old Joseph Cummins It was the first time that Joseph Cummins had been at sea the skipper could not recall the name of the young cook as he had only joined the schooner on Wednesday in Garston.  A Special Correspondent for the Irish Times waded out on the falling tide to the schooner and reported that there was much evidence of the intensity of the storm Windows around the small wheelhouse had been smashed in Civic Guard John Conway splashed through the five or six hundred yards of shallow water to obtain the skipper’s statement Hobblers from Ringsend also made their way out to the distressed vessel but when they were unable to render any assistance The crew remained on board throughout the day and were finally persuaded to leave by the Inspector of the Coast Life-saving Service The Mission to Seamen in Eden Quay provided overnight accommodation to the crew Fears were expressed that the Solway Lass would become a total shipwreck The vessel was driven further inshore during Friday’s tides but sustained no damage Captain Andersen and his crew returned to the vessel at low tide They put out anchors to the stern of the vessel and the captain’s hope was that he could “kedge” the Solway Lass off the sands using the ship’s winches to drag her back on the tides towards the anchors that he had set.  About forty to fifty tons of coal were removed by horse-drawn carts to lighten the load At high water on Sunday a swell lifted Solway Lass off the sands and she was turned around facing seaward Later she was left high and dry on the sands but newspaper reports stated that she should be able to move off on the next high tide.  Online histories of the Solway Lass always state that the homes in the Sandymount area had many a warm fireside for the following winter These remarks suggest that not all the coal which was taken from the vessel to lighten it was re-loaded when the vessel finally got off the sands and made its way into Dublin Port We will never know the answer and perhaps the vessel might have been better named as Solway Loss Solway Lass was refloated under her own power at high water and made her way to the North Wall to take on the coal that had been taken off to lighten the vessel before completing her voyage to Wicklow.  The events at Sandymount in 1937 were just one of many momentous incidents in the life and times of the Solway Lass that have spanned almost a century and quarter.  Sadly Captain Andersen died of carbon monoxide poisoning just a year later now located in Australia as a beautifully restored tall ship Aerial shot of the Solway Park pumptrack in the making Levin's Solway Park could soon be the centre of attention A slow revamp of the park will reach its zenith in mid-January with the opening of the pumptrack is part of a wider ongoing commitment by the Levin South Neighbourhood Safety Panel (NSP) and the Levin South Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) as well as Horowhenua District Council (HDC) to improve facilities and infrastructure at Solway Park and nearby Morgan Crescent Park "Our priority is to encourage youth development by fostering a sense of pride and building people's trust and confidence in their community and the police," said Sergeant Ian Pigott Prevention Supervisor and chairperson of the NSP in Levin these three groups have led development of a rugby field water fountain and fences to transform Solway Park from an unwelcoming space with minimal facilities into a vibrant heart for the local community including the Horowhenua Food Festival and Dads' Day Out as well as youth development opportunities such as the Taitoko school year 7 and 8 Fitness Mentoring Programme Community engagement was key to the success of this development and Sgt Pigott said they were stoked that the local community has taken responsibility for the area and is keeping it tidy and safe The playground equipment has been removed temporarily and will be back in a different corner of Solway Park It will have a soft fill base and will be available to play on by Christmas and grass will be laid down on areas surrounding the track The Levin South Neighbourhood Safety Panel and the Levin South Neighbourhood Policing Team managed to obtain the $112,000 needed to put in the pumptrack from both the Eastern and Central Community Trust and the Lotteries Board The council will oversee the actual work being done The new pumptrack is suitable for mountain bikes in-line skates and skateboards and is expected to be open mid-January There have now been three men charged with murder SPECIAL PLACE: Gareth Winter and the Rhododendron "Solway College" that was planted in Queen Elizabeth Park behind the perennial border as one of three plants brought to Masterton for the school's centenary next year The Solway College centenary in Masterton next year will be scented as sweet as flowers after a new rhododendron variety was named especially for the school and celebration said the rhododendron was named Solway College in honour of the centenary celebrations that will be held at the Masterton school over Waitangi weekend from Friday Mrs Siers said there will be activities and functions held over the centennial weekend and the Solway College staff old girls and community were lucky to have the boon of a flowering plant named after the school "These plants are seeded and propagated and new names are always being sought We were very fortunate that somebody in the rhododendron society got in touch with the owner at Cross Hills and the suggestion was made that Solway College has the centennial coming up and the school would like a plant named in celebration of the occasion," she said "It's only a little tot of a plant right now but hopefully it will get away to a long life and they can grow to be quite robust little trees when fully grown." Wairarapa archivist and gardening guru Gareth Winter said the plant was a hybrid derived from a rhododendron fragrantissimum (very fragrant) at the Cross Hills Rhododendron Gardens in Kimbolton which is famous for its nursery and gardens bursting with the flowering woody plant Mr Winter said the Solway College plant originated at Gwavas Station in the Hawke's Bay with cuttings taken and propagated at Cross Hills very scented rhododendron with white flowers with a pink tinge almost apple blossom coloured with a heavy scent But fragrantissimum is quite an untidy grower and this is an improvement on that." Mr Winter said two plants were taken to the school and a place was set aside for a third Solway College rhododendron in Queen Elizabeth Park "at the back of the border and deliberately in close proximity to a camellia Kate Sheppard (the suffragist) - there's a couple only a few metres away" He said the naming of the plants for the centennial was "a great idea for the college" The opening ceremony of Solway College was held on February 8 in 1916 and the scene according to a surviving photograph of the occasion will be re-enacted in contemporary style at the centennial Reminiscences from foundation pupils were also recorded such as that from Mina Laing recalling that "we were dressed in pretty white party frocks and I remember well the hymns and the speeches" Mrs Siers said the school will also host an "old fashioned bazaar" at the centennial which had over many decades become an annual college reunion event - "but this will be with a twist and a touch of the contemporary market style" The school community welcomes the public and stall-holders to the event on Saturday in keeping with the centennial maxim of "something for everyone" To register for the celebration or as a stallholder ph Judy Siers on (04) 934 6334 or email judy.siers@millwood-heritage.com A pilot's flight path spelled 'I love you' in the sky over Auckland and Warkworth Some cookies are essential to make our website work we'd like to set other cookies to show us how our website is being used A BOWLING club is a step nearer becoming solar-powered The investment was one of several made by Fells and Solway Community Panel at their recent meeting: Cumberland Council’s Director of Public Health and Communities said: “It’s great to see our panels invest in projects that will give a really good return in the years to come “Preventing young people smoking and vaping is something which will literally transform their current and future lives Using and promoting renewable energy in our communities will eventually become the norm and I’m proud we can help organisations lead the way “And the cultural life of our close-knit communities is something to be cherished I love the idea of Dalston’s beacon being part of the village’s collective memories for generations to come.” The Fells and Solway Community Panel covers the wards of Dalston and Burgh The application deadline for the next round of Community Panel support for the Fells and Solway area is 30 October Email fellsandsolway@cumberland.gov.uk  for more information, or visit Fells and Solway | Cumberland Council  Subscribe today and we'll email you the latest newsletter updates about your new council Choose from a range of topics so that you only receive emails about the areas and services which interest you the most Subscribe to news updates New Help improve this site by giving feedback Century-old Masterton girls' boarding school Solway College is thought to be considering the subdivision and sale of some of its playing fields after plunging into the red over the past several years A confidential source claimed the state-integrated school was planning to sell some of its land after having recorded operating deficits in 2013 and 2014 -- with its working capital in the latter year dealt a significant blow The school had been over-burdened with unsustainable staffing levels as well and had also breached the Education Act in April last year with cash payments from the board of trustees (BOT) to the school board of proprietors (BOP) of $90,000 and $65,000 from a term deposit set aside for cyclic school maintenance Solway College was last year ranked decile 7 -- from decile 8 the previous year -- and had a roll of about 130 Year 7 to Year 13 students The school this year celebrated its centenary A letter last year to the board of trustees from David Hyland central south region financial adviser for Ministry of Education confirmed the financial mire into which the school had fallen He sought financial information from trustees to help return the school "to a solid financial position" and warned the board "the ministry is concerned about your school's financial position" In a letter to the board dated May last year he said financial difficulties the auditor general had discovered "raises doubts over the validity of the going concern assumption" on which the BOT financial statements had been based and the auditor general requested confirmation the ministry will continue to support the school "The ministry considers Solway College to be essential to the network and will continue to provide resourcing via teacher salaries said the board had turned a past operating deficit to a surplus and its annual accounts were with auditors and were due to be finalised before being sent to the ministry at the end of next month She said there was no Ministry of Education representative still sitting in on board meetings and she was unaware of any loans made by the board to the BOP since she took up the chair She was unaware as well of any plans to subdivide or sell any school land chairman of the Solway College board of proprietors said yesterday the board of trustees had been operating at a deficit although the financial situation had been since reversed "My understanding is that the board of trustees had an operating deficit but I believe that has been turned around I was informed there was actually a surplus now Mr McKay declined to comment when asked about claims the board of trustees had last year breached the Education Act by loaning funds to the proprietors He also declined to comment about the possibility the school was selling off some of its land "I've got no comment about that because it's a private organisation There's very few people who know what we're doing." email editor email editor by | Dec 9, 2024 | Latest News, Scottish Fishing Industry A report on the 2023 razor clam surveys in the Firth of Clyde and the 2024 survey in the Solway highlight the population dynamics of the stock Marine scientists have released the findings of razor clam surveys conducted in 2023 and early 2024 in Scotland’s Firth of Clyde and Solway conducted under the Scottish Government’s scientific trial for electrofishing of razor clams (Ensis siliqua and E utilised advanced video-towed survey methods The results provide a detailed assessment of the state of razor clam populations in these key Scottish waters Comparison with a 2017 survey showed recruitment of new clams but overall declines in densities for medium and large-sized individuals in several fished areas while Culzean Bay reported a slight density increase faced difficulties due to poor weather and water clarity but yielded valuable insights: The surveys underscore the patchy distribution of razor clams influenced by habitat conditions and fishing activity While fished areas in the Firth of Clyde showed reduced densities recruitment in the region indicates some recovery potential the Solway exhibited relatively healthy densities The integration of electrofishing and video-towed surveys has proven effective but environmental factors such as water clarity and sediment composition remain significant challenges The data will inform management strategies under the Scottish Government’s scientific trial and contribute to sustainable fisheries planning highlighted the importance of combining local fishers’ knowledge with scientific techniques to achieve these insights: “Collaborative efforts ensure a comprehensive understanding of razor clam dynamics supporting both conservation and the fishing industry.” The findings will play a crucial role in shaping Scotland’s future razor clam fisheries balancing ecological preservation with commercial interests Disclaimer +353(0)83 826 8406 (editor) +353(0)83 826 8406 (sales) [email protected] [email protected] If you have a fishing news related story call or WhatsApp Oliver on +353 83 826 8406 or email [email protected] Copyright © 2020 – 2025 The Fishing Daily COMHLACHT CUMARSÁIDE AN tSÁILE TEORANTA (Saltwater Media Company Ltd)Registered Office: No IRL VAT No: IE3718993GH            IRL Company Reg No: 681474Sitemap | Terms & Conditions The Glasgow Clan are delighted to announce the signing of Scottish defenceman Kian Shevlin on a two-way deal from the Solway Sharks The 18-year-old has spent the last two seasons playing not only with the Sharks with whom he won the play-offs last season He played 24 times in the NIHL National League for the Dumfries side while also featuring 22 times for the Caps scoring a total of four goals and seven assists across both leagues The six-foot-six blueliner started out as a product of the Kirkcaldy youth system and will make the next step in his promising career with the Clan Clan Head Coach and Head of Hockey Operations Corey Neilson was pleased to bring the Fife-born prospect on board exciting prospects we’ll be working with through the course of the year and I’m pleased to get the chance to work with him,” he said “His size makes a big presence that’s something you can’t teach I wish I would have got hold of Josh Tetlow at Kian’s age and he’s now a GB international “We’ll certainly aim to help him improve as he gets the chance to work with the experienced players we have here “I want to thank Martin Grubb and the team at Solway for their support and assistance in getting this deal done.” Shevlin will wear the #53 jersey for the Clan in the new season SOLWAY — The 11th annual Small Scale Sustainable Sheep Farming Event will take place from 10 a.m hosted by the Sustainable Sheep and Fiber Community focuses on the benefit of sheep as part of a sustainable farming system where meat and wool are viable value-added products Attendees will learn about raising sheep or fiber sustainably and where to purchase local products This year's speakers include Chrissy Davenport of Hay Ewe Hill Farm and Re-Ewe'able fiber artist Stephenie Anderson and Andrea Schue retail food inspector with the Minnesota Dept Davenport will present on her journey of making wool pelleted fertilizer from waste wool and creating wool felted items for sale at area farmers markets and her store in Fergus Falls Gary and Shirley Klisch will share how they started their farm in Solway the process of becoming certified organic and where this will take them in the future Anderson will give attendees a look at wool from a fiber art perspective in her presentation on "Nordic Knitting Heroes." She was awarded the Viking Connection Grant and studied in Norway under Astri Byrd and Linnea Madsen she studied and recreated historically accurate Viking Age garments based on archaeological findings Schue will present on how people can sell lamb meat from their farm She will explain how to have meat processed under Equal To State Inspection or Federal Inspection and what is involved in selling the meat once it's processed the SSFC will also host their annual meeting and nominations for board of directors will be accepted An included lunch will be prepared from locally sourced foods by the SSFC Board and volunteers The event is open to the public but pre-registration is required by Saturday at the opening of the pump track at Solway Park in Levin Three mates from Levin couldn't wait to show off their skills as brand new pump track was officially opened in Levin last week Levin Police and other local children at the opening of a new pump track at Solway Park in Levin Henare and Hirini-Hopa reckoned the pump track was just what their local park needed and wanted to thank whoever had made it happen The three boys were quickly out on the newly-built track on their scooters soon after Mayor of Horowhenua Bernie Wanden had officially cut the ribbon to declare the track open There was a large gathering of locals from the south-east Taitoko community involved in the project with Levin Police who came along to enjoy a cooked sausage from a barbeque staffed by even more volunteers A contingent of Police joined in an impromptu game of basketball while others took to the pump track expertly crafted by local contractors The 160m asphalt pump track is part of a wider ongoing commitment by the Levin South Neighbourhood Safety Panel (NSP) and the Levin South Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) to improve facilities and infrastructure at Solway Park and nearby Morgan Crescent Park water fountain and fences that has transformed Solway Park from a bare park with minimal facilities into a popular play space For the best part of 50 years Solway Park was largely a bare park as a suburb built up and grew around it The new pump track allows riders of all ages and abilities to practise their skills all year round and is suitable for mountain bikes Construction was funded with grants from Eastern & Central Community Trust and $50,000 from Horowhenua District Council Mayor Wanden said it was a great community achievement with the help of two local children," he said "Thanks to the Neighbourhood Police Team and local constables who have successfully secured funding for this project Africa Intelligence brings you exclusive coverage of the major political economic and diplomatic issues at stake on the African continent identifying power players on the rise and low-frequency signals on the horizon Peruse our daily story summaries to get the scoop on tomorrow's top stories ahead of the crowd We will not use your address for advertising or commercial purposes Discover our work by making use of the following possibilities: daily newsletters Do you want a free trial before subscribing A cookie is a text file placed on the hard drive of your terminal (computer It aims to make browsing more fluid and to offer you content and services tailored to your interests These cookies are required to ensure the reliability and security and our website They are also used to create and log into your user account Three ways to create your email notifications: Do not hesitate to create your own notifications according to your interests : better criteria narrows down the results You can modify or delete your notifications or summaries in your account Sign up for real-time alerts and be notified of new editions you will be notified by a short message on your computer or mobile phone as soon as a new edition of our publication or an alert is published church hall improvements and mental health support were among the projects funded in the latest round of investments from the Fells and Solway Community Panel which includes Cumberland Council ward councillors and co-opted members directs funding and support to grass roots projects addressing the particular needs of their communities The panel agreed the following investments: The Chair of Fells and Solway Community Panel said: “Our area is so lucky to have such active communities with a thriving third sector It means we can let our communities take the lead in understanding residents' needs with support and funding from us to help make it happen." Cumberland Council’s Deputy Leader and Portfolio Holder for Adults and Community Health said: “This impressive range of projects shows just what community panels can do when they are led by communities and their individual needs and strengths." The application deadline for the next round of Community Panel support for Fells and Solway is 5 February. Find out more here: Fells and Solway Community Panel | Cumberland Council  or email the panel at fellsandsolway@cumberland.gov.uk Investment projects are chosen according to how they fit with the priorities of the panel which were set in conjunction with the community A passerby reported a large rubbish fire was blazing at Solway Showgrounds about 6pm on Saturday A large rubbish fire in Solway Showgrounds having been spotted by someone driving past along Ngaumutawa Rd "It would have been highly visible," station officer Richard King said Mr King said the fire was caused by an unknown person setting alight a large pile of rubbish at the back of the showgrounds The pile of rubbish included branches and fenceposts and was about 4m by 4m in size It had been previously piled up for burning but Mr King said the lighting of it appeared to have been an unrelated act Masterton township is currently under an outdoor fire ban to prevent further winter smog "because there are a lot of woodburners going at this time of year" The fire was attended by two fire appliances Mr King said the fire took more than an hour to get under control mainly because it was about 100m from the road The Fire Service ran a large length of hose and used a roadside hydrant as a water supply DIG IN: Solway College head girl Rachael Whiteman (left) Tying your knickers to the school's tallest tree might have drifted into school legend but several former Solway girls were more than willing to own up to it Around 15 members of the Solway Old Girls' Association attended a redwood tree planting ceremony beside the athletics field to mark the start of centennial events for the school The tree is in homage to an original heritage tree was the object of a final-day-of-term tradition with final-year girls climbing as high as they could to tie an undergarment near the top Suzanne Bowyer said it was usually "your knickers or bra" tied to the top although others mentioned pantyhose or "grey stockings" Robin Evans believed the school turned a blind eye Ann Hay said: "There was a bra at the top that flapped quite pinkly for quite some time." She remembered grey stockings or pantyhose being used Diana Helen-Fairbrother said: "I can remember watching someone on the really skinny bit right at the top Several said a ladder was needed to get to the first branches Wendy Groves remembered a student getting some bruises someone hurt herself on one bit because the ladder had been taken away We had stolen the ladder from the swimming pool The formal planting of the redwood was carried out by head girl who shovelled dirt into the hole where the tree was planted She told the students "we're starting off our next 100 years and related to education and growth of this college" When asked by the Times-Age about the tree climbing stories she said "they are apocryphal stories" and nowadays "we would encourage students to keep their garments intact" Mrs Hay said her time at the school was "a long time ago but it only seems like yesterday" and she "loved it here" "My mother would buy me all these boarding school books I think she was brainwashing me to go to boarding school." The Californian redwood (sequoia semperviren) Its average lifespan is 600 years although they can live up to 2000 years old Redwood has been grown in New Zealand plantations for over 100 years Wairarapa Archivist Gareth Winter said redwoods were "very popular" as a specimen tree for early settlers Wairarapa colonist Donald Donald planted the Solway College redwood tree on his 100-acre property A pilot's flight path spelled 'I love you' in the sky over Auckland and Warkworth.