Surfing a Wave of Generousity
The generosity of more than a 100 mostly local businesses, tradesmen and their suppliers will deliver much more than a new home when 55 Spars Road Milldale goes under the hammer on Saturday November 30.
Coordinated by G.J.Gardner Homes Rodney East, the proceeds from the charity auction will be donated to the Ōrewa Surf Life Saving Community Hub project.
Company principals Elaine and Ross Morley say their vision to build a beautiful home in Milldale and support the surf club quickly rallied a dedicated team, who generously contributed their time and resources free-of-charge to make the vision a reality.
“We’re so grateful to all of them for making this house and sale possible,” Ross says. “It’s thanks to them that the build has cost next to nothing so every dollar for the house will go to the surf club.”
Morley says the cooperation, even among competing businesses, reflected long-standing relationships.
“GJ Gardner has been in Ōrewa for 27 years and has built strong relationships with tradesmen over that time, so when we asked for support, no-one hesitated.”
Morley says the surf club’s vision of a community hub similar to surf clubs in Australia, which serve both the club’s needs and provide recreational and meeting facilities for the wider community, made it the obvious choice for support.
“So many people in the community, including our daughter Jaimee and some of our staff, have had an association with the club, and we have sponsored surf boats and other club activities.
“But it’s not just that. The club works with kids, getting them away from their screens and out in the fresh air, doing exercise, and that’s certainly worth supporting.”
The proposed surf club hub will house lifesaving operations, youth programmes, and community recreation spaces.
“By bidding on this property, people will not only own a beautifully crafted home, but they will also play a pivotal role in supporting a legacy of community, safety and service for generations to come.”
Ōrewa Surf Life Saving Club president Faron Turner says that this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to make a lasting impact on a significant community project by purchasing this stunning home.
“I am immensely proud to see our community rally behind us in such a powerful way,” Turner says. “This project reflects the heart of Ōrewa – where local businesses, families, and volunteers join forces to build something that benefits us all. I extend my deepest thanks to everyone who has been involved, from GJ Gardner to the builders and sponsors, for their unwavering support.
“Fundraising is still ongoing for the project, but together with confirmed cornerstone funding from Auckland Council and Surf Life Saving New Zealand, this mammoth charity auction fundraiser will go a long way to ensuring the successful delivery of the project and ensuring the club continues to serve and protect the community for years to come.”
The club encourages the public to participate in this exciting auction and help make the new Community Hub a reality ensuring that Ōrewa SLSC continues to be able to provide a safe beach environment for future generations.
The house will be auctioned by Bayleys on site, with the event due to start at 1pm.
For open home times visit: www.bayleys.co.nz/listings/residential/auckland/rodney/55-spars-road-milldale-1271002
GJ Gardner Principals, Elaine and Ross Morley
20 November 2024, Local Matters