Mahurangi Matters_Issue 333_17 January 2018

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Weather has its wily way A climate summary released by the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) says that last year was the fifth hottest since records started more than a century ago.

A total of 46 areas had record or near-record April rainfall, with Whangaparaoa receiving an incredible 319 millimetres, four-and-ahalf times its normal April total. By June, the weather had reversed with 20 places – mainly in the North Island – having record or near-record low rainfall. See story page 2 The beachfront at Point Wells was inundated at high tide during the early New Year storm, but otherwise the district escaped relatively unscathed.

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Rainfall figures dry up chances of record The driest December in Warkworth since the year 2000 kept the annual rainfall count from setting records last year. Instead, Warkworth experienced its fifth wettest year since 2000.

Just 22 millimetres of rain fell in December. The previous low was set in 2016 at 30.5 millimetres – both figures well below the average of 114 millimetres since 2000.

The earlier part of the year had 2017 on track for setting a rainfall record, with both March and April experiencing the biggest highs in Warkworth since 2000.

April was particularly wet with 324.5 millimetres falling, a large jump from the previous high of 220 millimetres recorded in 2008. NIWA attributes these increased totals to Cyclone Debbie and Cyclone Cook.

By the end of September, rainfall had exceeded the average annual total in Warkworth by 124 millimetres.

The six main centres in New Zealand followed a similar pattern, according to NIWA. They also missed out on annual records for rainfall due to a dry end-of-year.

Christchurch was struck by a particularly dry November with only one millimetre – an all-time record. It also witnessed a 47-day dry streak that ended in December.

Oamaru faced the biggest rainfall extremes last year with its second wettest year on record since 1950.

Although 163 millimetres of rain fell in Oamaru from August to December, it experienced a one day all-time high of 161 millimetres on July 21.

Clyde had the lowest annual total rainfall with just 278 millimetres.

Castle Mount, in Milford, had the highest one day rainfall total recording 316 millimetres on September 24.

The fifth hottest year for NZ saw the

annual high set at 35.5C at Wairoa.

The lowest was -14.6C at Lake Tekapo.

The wider Nelson region experienced the most sun with 2663 hours.

The wind speed through Cape Turnagain, on the North Island’s lower east coast reached a national high of 198km/h on June 13. During the year, 11 of New Zealand’s 16 geographical regions experienced drought.

Rainfall figures for December 48mm

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Spotlight on Warkworth Highest rainfall day December 11 - 18mm

Longest period with rainfall: Three days

Total rainfall for year 1649mm

A huge number of water call-outs this summer was subject to December having a record low rainfall count in Warkworth, since the year 2000. * All figures collected by Mahurangi Matters. Do not reproduce without the permission of Local Matters Inc.

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Rodney First stranglehold on local board Work to start hurting community, say independents on Hill Street Independent Rodney Local Board members have hit out at the Rodney First ticket saying its effective control of the board is undemocratic and lacks transparency.

Six members of the nine-member board are part of Rodney First, and Rodney First members hold the positions of board chair and deputy chair.

Each Rodney First member has signed a “Candidates Agreement” vowing to support the policies of Rodney First.

But independent board member, Brenda Steele, who represents the Kumeu subdivision, says that this state of affairs makes it really hard for independent members to get their views heard given Rodney First already had a set agenda.

“I find it very frustrating. I know that there are some long outstanding issues in this district and those will never be addressed under this board because you can’t break this voting bloc,” she says.

She adds that the process is not transparent because Rodney First members strategise together how to get their way at board meetings, independent of the rest of the board.

Ms Steele says operating in such a way is entirely inappropriate at local government level, which should be about hearing all points of view.

“For me it’s about letting everyone have the discussion and letting everyone be part of the decision making.”

She adds that the presence of Rodney First encouraged political deal-making that advanced the interests of the ticket and not necessarily those of the community.

“If you are part of Rodney First you end up working for Rodney First rather than the community you represent,” she says.

Earlier, deputy board chair and Rodney First member Phelan Pirrie confirmed to Mahurangi Matters that board member Louise Johnston had joined Rodney First last August on the understanding that she would support Rodney First objectives in return

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for Rodney First’s support for Ms Johnston’s objectives in her Dairy Flat subdivision.

Ms Steele’s views are echoed by fellow independent board member Colin Smith who agrees that the situation is hampering the ability of the board to do its job and represent the community.

But Board chair and Rodney First member Beth Houlbrooke says Ms Steele’s characterisation that the Board is operating inappropriately for local government is untrue.

She says 14 out of 21 Local Boards in Auckland Council have one political group holding the majority of positions on the board “While a group of people standing on a particular policy platform may be new for Rodney, it has been the norm for the rest of Auckland for many years,” she says.

She adds that Rodney First agrees that there are some long-standing issues for Rodney and setting up the ticket was about trying to address them after years of neglect.

“As board chair last term, Brenda frequently expressed frustration at not being able to make progress on issues because getting nine independent board members to

cooperate was like herding cats.”

Ms Houlbrooke says that Rodney needs a board that can get on with effecting change and tickets are an established way of achieving this.

Moreover, she says the development of the Local Board Plan in 2017 has been done with the whole board’s involvement.

“Everyone was involved in the discussion and decision-making,” she says.

“The suggestion that members are working for Rodney First and not the community is unfortunate and untrue. Residents voted for us because they want to see action on these issues and we promised that we would work together to deliver for Rodney.”

A third independent board member, Tessa Berger, declined to comment specifically on the issues raised by Ms Steele but did say her voice would not be silenced “regardless of the political landscape.”

The Rodney First members of the local board are Beth Houlbrooke (board chair), Phelan Pirrie (deputy chair), Louise Johnston, Cameron Brewer, Brent Bailey and Allison Roe. The independents are Brenda Steele, Colin Smith and Tessa Berger.

Auckland Transport (AT) will press ahead with temporary improvements to the Hill Street intersection in the coming weeks but remains undecided about a controversial barrier arm.

Phase 1 of the improvement project will see the installation of a pedestrian crossing across Sandspit Road at the intersection.

A traffic signal will be placed at the left turn slip lane, which allows traffic heading south on State Highway 1 (SH1) to enter the intersection.

The signal will turn red when Sandspit Road traffic has a green light, preventing traffic from the slip lane interfering with the movement of Sandspit Road traffic.

AT engineer Warren Budd says the traffic light will also facilitate safe crossing for pedestrians across the slip lane and will bolster the improvements for pedestrians that will be made by the Sandspit Road pedestrian crossing.

Speaking at the Warkworth Area Liaison Group (WALG) meeting last month, Mr Budd said the idea of the crossing and signal was to get some quick wins in terms of reducing congestion at the intersection and enhancing pedestrians’ ability to cross it. The work on installing the features could start next month. AT will monitor their impacts using traffic detectors hidden under the road and then determine how to proceed for Phase 2.

One proposal for Phase 2 is to install a time-controlled barrier arm, similar to those used at railway crossings, to control access to Elizabeth Street during morning peak hours. The idea for the barrier arm came after trials in late 2016 determined that traffic flow improved if traffic travelling from SH1 and Hill Street was prevented from turning into Elizabeth Street.

But the idea of a barrier arm has attracted heated local opposition.

During the WALG meeting, Chris Murphy said the barrier idea was stupid and would create confusion by giving traffic coming from a particular direction different rights at different times.

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Developer’s response: Oak grove important The article on the oaks in Neville Street (MM Dec 13) could not be more incorrect and warrants rebuttal.

The fact is that the Oaks owner is determined to do what it can to preserve the oak grove and to say otherwise is simply wrong.

Before the property was purchased by the Oaks nothing was done to prolong the life of these trees, and they stood diseased and neglected. In recent years, three arborists’ reports have confirmed the trees are diseased and in decline.

Though diseased, the most significant contributor to the decline of the trees is age. The arborists say trees are reaching the limits of the life span for this species of oak in this region.

It is the case that some trees were removed to accommodate the development, but this was done with Council consent and was undertaken some time ago so is not related to the current discussion.

The Oaks owner has, at the recommendation of independent arborists and with the approval of Council arborists, adopted a maintenance plan which includes pruning of the oak grove as needed and approved by Council from time to time.

This work is intended to prolong the life of the trees as long as is possible and has already had some very positive impact.

There is no certainty regarding the life of the trees. Soil and foliage testing has confirmed the disease as one that we cannot reverse. The arborists say some trees are not likely to live long but with

careful management some may still be there for many years to come.

Trees will be removed when their health is such that Council arborists hold the view that a tree must be removed but not otherwise. The arborist’s plan recommends a replanting programme that extends 25 or so years into the future to ensure the area remains populated with significant trees when the existing trees do succumb to disease and age.

The current public discussion would seem to be the result of an ill-informed vocal few too readily accepting as fact a bundle of half-truths. It is the writer’s hope that informed consideration of the matter will relieve those who are unnecessarily concerned.

If, after understanding what is set out above, anyone can see merit in arguing with the approach that has been adopted by the Oaks owner, being the action recommended by successive independent arborists and approved by Council, and the action that is responsible for the improved condition of the oak grove and most likely to prolong the lives of the oaks, then in this writer’s opinion they probably deserve the sleepless nights and anxiety-related unrest their lack of objectivity may cause.

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Editor’s note: In both stories on the future of the oak trees in Neville Street the developer was given ample opportunity to comment prior to publication. MM welcomes this

clarification of those comments, which the response from readers and potential residents appears to have generated.

Reject rodeos I am horrified by the footage showing distressed and provoked animals at rodeos each year (MM December 13). I’m a rural person with many animals, including a horse. It’s not just townies that find rodeos objectionable. All the rural people I know agree that rodeo is a relic of the past and, just like circus animals, part of history we don’t need to perpetuate.

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Viewpoint Colin Smith, Rodney Local Board colin.smith@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Summertime blues I would like to thank Wellsford residents and ratepayers for the support that they have given me by using the Auckland Council complaints number system (CAS).

I am concerned that the Wellsford town has a lot of private property and Council land that is overgrown, which is extremely dangerous at this time of year. The ground is dry and the demand for water is high. If these areas are not cleaned up, it only takes a cigarette or a discarded glass bottle in the grass and we potentially have a very ugly and expensive incident about to happen. If you, as the owner, think Council should be doing something about this, then phone them. If Council tells you it is your responsibility and you don’t want to do it, then pay a contractor or Council to do it. This is cheap insurance, especially at this time of the year.

2017 in review • Auckland Transport roading – AT is starting to get our rural roading up to Health & Safety standards.

• Healthy Waters has recognised that North Rodney has stormwater drainage issues. An investigation is complete and the best approach to upgrade will be decided this year.

• Wellsford Sports Collective has gained momentum and is poised to take off early in the New Year.

• Greenways Programme is approved for Wellsford! Allison Roe is doing great work to create new greenways and cycleways.

• Watercare is planning a new wetland wastewater treatment plant near Wayby Valley. While we applaud Watercare for commencing this, we can’t forget that Wellsford’s infrastructure is over 50 years old and requires upgrading.

• Wellsford is growing – A new subdivision, which is expected to have 80 to 100 houses, will be developed over the next three years.

• Araparera Forestry Joint Venture – Greg Sayers and I will be working with Auckland Council lawyers to help resolve this project this year.

• Long Term Plan for Wellsford – This is the most important event for Wellsford for the next 10 years and will be consulted on in February/March. We encourage everyone to submit their ideas to Council so priorities for Wellsford’s growth can be established.

I would like to thank the various community groups for all their hard work and support during the year and I look forward to working closely with them again this year. Wishing everyone a safe and prosperous New Year.

Motorway route progresses The indicative route for the 25km Warkworth to Te Hana motorway is expected to be released by the New Zealand Transport Agency next month. Information days will be held in Warkworth, Wellsford and Te Hana, but dates were not confirmed when Mahurangi Matters went to press. The project is currently in an investigation phase with the Notice of Requirement currently planned for lodgement around the middle of this year. The indicative route that was announced last May extends from Warkworth in the vicinity of Woodcocks Road, heading north through the Dome, crossing State Highway 1 near Wayby and then passing east of Wellsford and Te Hana through to the Mangawhai Road area.

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At the end of last year, the NX2 project team undertook a safety stand down. Safety stand downs are held to take a step back and review the way we carry out our day-to-day work and ensure we have considered and identified all the potential risks associated with our activities. These are generally held 2-3 times a year depending on what is happening on the ground.

At our most recent session, we reviewed previous high-risk incidents and encouraged the team to discuss how they can stay safe while working on the project site.

There were 218 team members from the Fletcher/Acciona Construction Joint Venture who took part in the session which involved the three project areas of North, Central North and South. We discussed the following issues: • Overhead services and other services that may cause harm • Traffic behaviours on SH1 • Plant and machine operation • Selecting the right tools to prevent hand injuries • Fatigue Following this session, our team members signed their commitment to the ‘One Team’ Vision and Values Charter of Trust, Respect, Teamwork and Learning.

NX2 understands that great teams have strong foundations and strong values. These core values are the glue which hold us together through the highs and lows. As we go about our daily work and interact with others in our team, we will commit and work to support our values.

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Mahurangi residents honoured on New Year’s list Services to Maori, education and the community earned three Mahurangi residents awards in this year’s New Year’s Honours list. Russell Kemp, of Kaiwaka, was made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit; Vern Dark, of Kaiwaka, was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit; and Isobel Greenwood, of Tomarata, received the Queen Service Medal.

The late Russell Kemp, for services to Maori

Vern Dark, for services to business and education

Isobel Greenwood, for services to the community

Mr Kemp lodged the Wai 229 Treaty claim with the Waitangi Tribunal for Te Uri o Hau in 1991 and was a negotiator for Te Uri o Hau, leading them in the signing of a Deed of Settlement with the Crown in 2000. He was the chair of the Te Uri o Hau Settlement Trust, leading their post-settlement governance entity. Under his leadership, the Te Uri of Hau Settlement Trust signed a relationship agreement with the Auckland Council and the Rodney Local Board in 2017. He was a Board member from 1995 to 2004 and Chair from 2015 of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua. He played a key role in securing Crown recognition of the Rūnanga’s mandate to negotiate a settlement of Ngāti Whātua iwi-wide Treaty claims in 2008 and the Kaipara Harbour claim.

Sadly, Mr Kemp passed away on January 10. His funeral was held at the Otamatea Marae on January 13.

Former NorthTec Council chair Vern Dark has contributed his experience to many commercial enterprises in the Northland region. He has held senior public service positions in the Ministries of Forestry and Energy, and has more than 20 years experience in senior roles for leading New Zealand companies, including Fletcher Challenge Petrochemicals, the Northland Dairy Co-operative and the Northland Port Corporation. He is currently a board member of several commercial enterprises. While at NorthTec, he worked to ensure that tertiary education was available across Northland and was instrumental in maintaining the institution’s profitability through a period of funding cuts. When he joined NorthTec, it carried an $8 million debt in the form of a Crown Loan commitment, but under his leadership it now holds reserves of about $20 million and he is overseeing the start of a Raumanga Campus rebuilding project, worth $10 million. NorthTec courses are now delivered at 58 sites in the north.

Mrs Greenwood has supported the people of Tomarata and surrounding districts in a multitude of volunteer roles for the past 50 years. Her roles include environmental initiatives such as work with the Tomarata Lake Restoration Committee and she led an initiative to have the names of World War II soldiers added to the local war memorial. She was a founding committee member for the local playgroup, which is still operating more than 40 years later, and the local chapter of the Brownies movement.

She has contributed many years of fundraising for Plunket and has been a Citizens Advice Bureau volunteer. She has been an active member of Rural Women New Zealand for more than 40 years and a committee member of the Tomarata Tennis Club.

She has held many roles at the Tomarata Primary School. Mrs Greenwood has also volunteered her time to restore and upgrade the local community hall and church.

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Police sergeant calls it a day After 19 years serving the Warkworth community, Sergeant Bede Haughey has announced his retirement from the police service.

Last September, Sgt Haughey was placed on leave following allegations that there was a negative culture in the Warkworth police and the local force had lost the confidence of the Warkworth community.

The Rodney Police Area Commander at the time, Mark Fergus, said there was an employment process underway in respect to the allegations, but he was unable to comment further as the police had the same privacy obligations as any other employer in New Zealand.

The suggestion that Sgt Haughey and the local force had lost the confidence of the community was hotly contested by several community leaders and groups, including the One Warkworth Business Association, Springboard Community Works and the principals of Matakana School and Mahurangi College, who signalled strong support for local police and Sgt Haughey.

The current Rodney Area Commander, Inspector Bruce O’Brien, says Sgt Haughey will be formally thanked and his service recognised by police in the new year.

A police press release said for nearly two decades, Sgt Haughey had been actively involved in working together with the community to make Warkworth and the surrounding areas a safer place to live.

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Springboard Community Works for 10 years, working with Mahurangi College and Ngati Manuhiri to develop the “Not Even Once” methamphetamine prevention programme and working with sports clubs to develop responsible driver safety initiatives.

Outside of policing, Sgt Haughey served eight years as chairman on the Board of Trustees at Matakana Primary School and six years at Mahurangi College.

Although retiring from the police, Sgt Haughey intends to continue working on community initiatives, including the “Not Even Once” programme.

Warkworth police is currently led by Sgt Scott Sherer, who is on secondment.

Inspector O’Brien said he hoped to announce a permanent replacement for Sgt Haughey early in the New Year.

Sgt Haughey’s last day of duty will be January 23, which marks his 38th anniversary with the police.

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The Uncensored Confessions of a Small Town Rake A short story by Bob Sharp, of Snells Beach

Try to imagine my astonishment when sales for this, my originally-entitled The Life and Times of a Garden Rake, soared to top the all time bestseller list. And not only in this country. Although banned in most of the Middle East, plus Tasmania of course, black market sales in these sternly pious regions have also knocked the socks off all previous records. For this I can only thank the publishers for their suggested alternative title. Why, even a prominent Hollywood director, although admitting to not having read my work, is already speaking of an R20 stickered film. Such a rating, he confides with a sly wink, is a sure-fire guarantee of box office success, especially with the under twenties.

My story begins with an earliest memory of being hand picked from a range of gardening tools by a man named Mate. I knew this to be his name when the hardware shop assistant said, “Yer can’t go wrong with one of those, Mate, it’s got hardened steel teeth and a dinkum hickory handle.” I suspect he was Australian, possibly from Tasmania. In no time at all, Mate had me hung on a nail in a shiny metal shed alongside one who was to become my very best friend.

When asked, he replied he was spade, and strongly believed in calling himself one.

On my first day of work, Mate had me gathering up freshly cut hedge clippings, a job which I enjoyed and fancy did rather well at. It was disappointing, however, to be returned to the tin shed without first being properly cleaned.

A mere trifling, I hear you sneer, but let me ask you this. How would you feel after relaxing and chatting with colleagues at the end of a hard day’s toil only to later discover your every smile had been liberally garnished with a side salad of hedge clippings? Apart from the aforementioned failing of Mate’s, he was a kindly employer and following a first encounter with the lady of the house, one who gained my sympathy. As to her name, I noticed Mate only addressed he as either Yesdear or Nodear, so in this matter I followed Spade’s lead in labelling her Yesnodear.

With the onset, a few months later, of winter, Spade and I whiled away many happy days just hanging around in our shed. “See that evillooking contraption on the floor below?” Spade said on one such occasion, “He’s a rotary hoe, name of Howard, and is my sworn enemy.” When asked to elaborate, Spade continued, “he’s after

my job and plans to render me obsolete, but so far I’ve managed to outsmart him,” he explained.

“You see, when Mate slams our door, I swing about on my nail. With a little extra effort I can reach and flick the cable off Howard’s spark plug.” He allowed himself a congratulatory smile, “Mate’s hopeless with machinery. So when Howard refuses to start, he takes him away to be repaired.” Spade paused then added, “The garage owner promptly reattaches the cable then bills our boss heaps for imagined parts and labour.”

I regarded my earthy colleague with admiration before asking, “Does Mate get angry?” “You betcha,” replied Spade, “he’s threatened to sell the blankety blank heap of junk for scrap if it ever breaks down again.”

Of the tool shed’s other occupants, none presents a more depressing spectacle than that of my presumed predecessor. This rusting, gap-toothed

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There, cocooned in shrouds of dust and cobweb, we’ll cling to our faith, our belief in a promised resurrection with the second coming of new and improved hickory handles.

I’m abruptly woken from these melancholy musings by Mate’s sighed, “Yesdear, right away dear,” followed by an angry slam of the tin door. At the end of our subsequent wild swing, Spade’s a little more prodigious than was strictly necessary, he sneered down in triumph at Howard’s again disabled spark plug, while I came to rest somewhat skewed on my nail. You might say, I suppose, at a rather rakish angle.

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With magnificent scenery, spectacular coastlines, unspoiled beaches and fascinating caves, Mahurangi offers plenty to see and do and plenty of ways to do it. For his summer adventure, Mahurangi Matters editor James Addis decided to explore the north, south, east and west of the region by foot, bicycle and kayak.

There are plenty of gates to negotiate.

Be sure to disinfect your tyres as well as your shoes at the kauri dieback station.

Much of the park still operates as functional farm.

West: Oruawharo River Trail by bicycle Given the choice, my favourite mode of transport is bicycle. So when I discovered the Oruawharo River Trail at Atiu Creek Regional Park could be done by bike I was naturally delighted.

The wife and kids were also keen, so

that settled it. The trip got off to a bit of a rocky start because my wife had to pick up our car from the repair shop in darkest Penrose. She was supposed to be back early but got stuck in traffic.

Once she returned, I had to figure

out how to attach a new bike rack to our vehicle. All this to say, we didn’t start the trail until about 4.30pm and given we weren’t entirely sure how the children (aged 11 and 8) would manage or what the terrain was like,

that made me a little uneasy. But like a lot of mishaps when travelling, it all turned out for the best. It was a lot cooler when we set out and given there is not a huge amount of shade continued page 13

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The steers had no intention of moving.

The trail offers stunning views.

An imposing custodian of land and sea.

It’s an uphill slog on the way home.

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two carved Maori warriors guarding the entrance Don’t be alarmed, they are there to welcome visitors and protect those who enter.

Biking is easy-peasy at first on gravel, but this soon turns to grass – a little challenging going uphill. I wondered how my son would fare on thin road tyres, but he was fine. Of course, you might have to think twice if it’s been raining.

In addition to being a regional park, much of Atiu Creek operates as a functioning farm. We were soon reminded of this on being obliged to cross a paddock full of distinctly hostile-looking steers, determinedly blocking the trail and showing no inclination to move out of the way for impertinent cyclists. We were within metres of a head-on collision when my wife cried out loudly “Ya ha” and they reluctantly shuffled aside. They eyed us menacingly as we proceeded up the steep hillside. It was so steep that we all had to dismount, taking away the

option of a quick getaway.

The steep bit proceeded until we reached a stand of pine trees. Then there’s a long glorious downhill bit on wide grass tracks towards Solomons Bay. The kids threw caution to the wind and belted down at great speed, much to their delight and despite the bumpiness of the track that could have sent them flying. That’s the great thing about biking – you can mix a bit of quiet contemplation as you drink in the views, with a bit of high-stakes drama.

Talking about the views, this is where you will want to pause again and admire the river, very wide and grand at this point.

As you reach the lowland closer to the water’s edge you will switch to a gravel track again. If you have been making slow progress on the grass and are worried about running out of time, relax. You will soon make up time on the gravel, which pretty much continues back to the car park.

With time worries out of the way, you will have time to take at look

at another great carving, this one depicting Solomon – a local chief of Ngati Mauku and Ngati Kauwae. You will find him clutching a spear, and his body covered with depictions of dolphins, kiwi and eels – an imposing custodian of both the land and the sea.

Continuing, you cross numerous paddocks most with a little noticeboard on the gate, which gives an insight into the park’s history. I was intrigued by Airstrip Paddock, which once served as a take-off point for top-dressing pilots. It struck me as the steepest, most uneven and most airplane-unfriendly paddock in the entire park. The pilots must have had nerves of steel.

It’s a bit of a slog uphill to reach Airstrip Paddock and there’s more uphill grind before you are back at the car park. But that just helps nurture that pleasant feeling of exhaustion after all the exercise and a ravenous appetite. We stopped for McDonalds in Wellsford on the way home and, boy, their hamburgers never tasted so good.

on the trail, this was a blessing. Atiu is reached by heading west along SH16 from Wellsford. Travel for 4km then turn right onto Port Albert Road.

Continue for 17km and the park is on your right. The Oruawharo River Trail takes you right around the inner perimeter of the park. In addition to doing it by bike, much of it can be completed via horseback, or you can simply walk it.

A noticeboard in the carpark explains Atiu Creek was gifted by Jackie and Pierre Chatelanat, who wanted to ensure that all New Zealanders could enjoy access to the Kaipara Harbour. And it’s at the carpark that you will also get your first panoramic view of the stunning Oruawharo River, which flows into that harbour. You will see it from numerous different angles throughout the trail, and it never fails to impress.

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Among the best coastal views in NZ.

A striking palm frond sculpture.

A steep climb to the top of the cliffs.

The beach gets a little rocky.

The Mangawhai Heads Cliff Top Walkway starts at the Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard Service building at the Mangawhai Heads Reserve at the end of Wintle Street.

I make a point of this because if you pick up a brochure on the walkway you will likely be informed that it kicks off at the Mangawhai Surf Lifesaving Club, which had me temporarily concerned, wondering if the club was actually at the Heads or somewhere else.

Any worries were quickly dispelled, though, by scanning the glorious golden beach in front of me on arrival. A couple of surfer dudes were carefully unloading their boards and, on the almost deserted beach, the odd swimmer was checking out the waves.

The few people about appeared to be ready for a good time and, with what has been described as one of the best coastal walks in New Zealand in front of us, there was no reason why we shouldn’t too.

First decision: Hike boots or sneakers?

Given the promised high quality of the tracks, I was tempted to stick with sneakers, but the boy scout in me urged boots.

As it turned out I’m glad I did, though that did not seem to stop some on the walk making their way in jandals, and one family apparently doing the entire thing in bare feet!

Slipping across the dunes and on to the firm sand, we turned north and our trek began. You walk for about 15 minutes before hitting the looped

track, signalled by a Department of Conservation sign on your left.

Nearby there is a striking sculpture of palm fronds two or three storeys high.

The massive leaves twist and turn slowly in the breeze, tracing random patterns in the sky.

At this point you need to make another decision. You can head for the track that takes you up and along the cliff tops; do this and you will complete the loop by returning via the beach.

The other option is to continue along the beach and return via the cliff tops.

The advantage of taking the beach first is that you can appreciate the cliff top views with the sun behind you. The other consideration is the beach section can only be completed within three hours either side of low tide. Be sure to

check the tide times before setting out, otherwise your loop walk could turn into a cliff top there and back.

We opted for beach first and what a beach it is. Stunning rock formations, boisterous surf and various islands of the Hauraki Gulf etched vaguely on the horizon. Look out for oystercatchers fossicking around the water’s edge. This is when I was glad of my boots because there are some pebbly stretches and some rock clambering required.

The beach bit ends with the grand Archway Rock. At this point we met a few walkers coming from the opposite direction and gathered a few snippets on what lay ahead.

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Emerge from the bushy section and there’s a sharpish right turn. It’s here that you will get your first glimpse of the magnificent coastline. There’s no real describing this. Just watch the waves breaking over the rocks far down below, take your time and drink it all in.

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It’s an undulating track from here on, mostly boardwalks and well maintained.

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Soon enough we were heading down to the beach again, pausing again by the palm frond sculpture, and retracing our steps along the sand.

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Game time - Sporting legends of the Mahurangi region

The Mahurangi region has produced or been home to a number of sporting names that have played at the highest level for New Zealand.

Dudley Wright attended the Empire Games, now the Commonwealth Games, in 1950 and went on to be the president of the Assassins Fencing Club of New Zealand. More recently, Rene Ranger played six tests for the All Blacks and Becky Wood was part of the World Cup winning Black Ferns team last year. Then there have been the achievements of runner Allison Roe, rugby players Zinzan and Robin Brooke, and cricketer John Parker. The following is a look at some of the area’s sporting greats: because I didn’t want my children seeing me injured which might have put them off the sport.”

He tried to escape the game with a move to Dairy Flat, but one year on was helping to set up the Hibiscus Coast Rugby League Club. He was chair, and is now patron.

Ken served two four-year terms on the NZ Rugby League Board, was a convenor of NZ rugby selectors and chaired North Harbour during its time in the Lion Red Cup. “I feel like I’ve done my time for the sport now.”

Ken Stirling Perhaps no-one encapsulates the term ‘sporting legend’ more than former Kiwis rugby league player Ken Stirling.

The Warkworth resident captained the national side in the 1975 world championship and was inducted into the New Zealand Rugby League Legends of League list in 2007.

Stirling’s father also played for the Kiwis, but his career was cut short after just one match when World War II broke out. Stirling Snr fought with NZ troops and was taken prisoner in Greece.

“I come from a very sporty family. My sister Glenda made the finals in 100-metre backstroke at the 1968 Olympics,” Ken Stirling says.

Stirling played for North Shore, Ellerslie and Auckland before getting his call up for the Kiwis in 1971. He made his debut at Carlaw Park where his side beat Australia 24-3 and he was named Man of the Match.

“That was probably my favourite match and one of the better results a Kiwi side has taken over the years.”

He then played his first overseas match against Great Britain after coming off crutches just two days prior.

In 1974, he was selected as captain for the team and led the side in a series against France.

“It was an honour to be selected to lead the national team and I always tried to set an example for other players on the field.”

The following year the team came third in the Rugby League World Championship, the only one in history to use a home and away, round robin format.

After multiple head injuries he was advised to stop playing and made a one season return as captain for the Kiwis in 1978.

“I would never have come back in today’s game with what we now know about concussion. I retired

Alistair Elder Alistair Elder says he wouldn’t have made the All Whites football squad in the modern game, but ran his way into the team in 1980.

The 60-year-old Mahurangi College assistant principal played five matches for the team, under the great Steve Sumner.

“I was selected because I was fit and faster than anyone else, but I never had the technical ability needed in today’s game,” Elder says.

“I used to just try and collect long balls and beat defenders with pace.”

In his five games in the Oceania Cup Tournament in New Caledonia Alistair bagged three goals.

“I’ve scored hundreds of goals in the sport, but the only ones I remember clearly were those three.

“When you score a goal in today’s game there’s a huge celebration, but back then you just knew you had done your job and went straight back to halfway.”

Elder got his first kick of a ball for Glenfield Midgets and then played First XI football for Auckland Grammar School. He made the North Shore team in the National League at 17 and played six games for them.

“One of my early matches was in Dunedin in the middle of winter and I came off the bench in the

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Elder says at this point he wasn’t taking football too seriously and began playing for the Mt Roskill Club while at the University of Auckland.

“We got promoted to division one in my first year at the club. I was scoring a lot of goals because I was fast and ended up getting the call up for the national team.”

At 30, Elder finished a stint with Blockhouse Bay and went to Africa. While travelling through Kenya he was involved in a serious train crash, when a goods train ploughed into his passenger carriage. He was left with four fractures in his pelvis, a broken rib and a number of severe cuts.

He returned to New Zealand where he recovered in Auckland Hospital before he began coaching the Takapuna women’s team on crutches.

“Coming out of the crash with some serious damage was something I just accepted because the reality was, I was lucky to be alive.”

Since recovering he has continued to compete for Mt Roskill and won silver with his team at the World Masters Games 2017.

He also coaches juniors at the Warkworth Association Football Club.

Fiona Mann Fiona Mann, of Warkworth, is a jack of all sports and a master of many as well.

The 42-year-old has represented NZ in three major water polo tournaments and has played at a regional level in five other sports.

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high school team was short a player. She then went on to represent NZ at the FINA World Cup in 1995.

“The tournament was held in Sydney and because they were preparing for the 2000 Olympic Games, it was a really well run event,” Mann says.

“We finished eighth because we didn’t have the experience to be a top side, but it was great to play against teams with different styles.”

Mann then competed for NZ in water polo at the 1998 World Swimming Champs before participating in the same event in 2001, but this time as captain.

“I liked to lead by example so I did have to adjust to the role by learning to control my emotions better.”

While playing at the top level Mann would train around 15 hours a week and eventually had to retire due to other commitments.

“I was doing my Bachelor of Health Science at AUT and sleeping through lectures because I was so tired.

In the end I burnt out trying to do everything. It was a really tough decision to call it quits.”

That same year she got into the North Harbour women’s rugby team that won second division and then took part in a Black Ferns trial.

A significant back injury took her away from sport for a year before she picked up cricket with the Auckland Hearts.

Prior to her water polo, Mann also played for the New Zealand women’s U19 and U21 softball sides and attended two international football competitions.

She now coaches cricket for Warkworth School students and the J3 Mahurangi Rugby Football Club team.

“I enjoy coaching, but I would love to get back into a sport at the top level again.”

as the opposition was a lot bigger than me and my brother. I think the fact that those sides picked us up so quickly gave us the chance to develop our cricket so we were ready for the top level when we got the opportunity.”

Marshall finished high school at Kings College and made his debut for Northern Districts in 1997.

“It was a baptism of fire going into that side and playing teams like Canterbury, who had seven Black Caps.

“I didn’t take cricket too seriously as a career because it was still an amateur sport and players worked fulltime jobs.”

In 2005, Marshall made his debut for the national side at Eden Park against Australia.

“I used to watch a lot of matches at Eden Park as a kid and got to hang out with my childhood hero Mark Greatbatch.

“Getting the chance to play one of the greatest cricketing nations in front of a loud crowd was one of the more special moments of my career.”

Marshall finished with the Black Caps in 2008 with one career century, where he smashed 161 against Ireland.

Although now living in Auckland, he returned to Kaipara Flats club this season where he played for the premier and senior teams.

“It’s quite a competitive standard in the Rodney competition but for me, it’s all about just enjoying the game and bringing my family up here for the day.

“I can give the players some advice, too, just about reading the game and positioning.”

James Marshall James Marshall may be well known for playing along side his brother Hamish in a Black Caps jersey, but this partnership started in an orchard in Warkworth.

The identical twins grew up near the Honey Centre and were active from a young age.

“Ever since I can remember we were playing sport in the backyard with Dad,” James says.

“Sometimes Hamish and I would play a test match where you had to bowl the other person out 10 times and you might not get to bat for a whole day.”

At five, James joined the Kaipara Flats Cricket Club, but soon headed off to board at Southwell School in Hamilton.

When he returned to Warkworth, aged 14, he went straight into the Mahurangi College First XI and the Kaipara Flats Cricket Club Premiers team.

“I was very young to be playing in those teams

The road to gold was no easy feat for Robertson after missing the 1980 Olympic Games in Moscow, when Robert Muldoon’s government issued a directive that NZ would be boycotting the games in response to the Soviet Union’s invasion of Afghanistan.

“You train to meet the Olympic cycle so to miss the games after all of that hard work was really disappointing.”

In 1981 Robertson moved to Warkworth and took a break from the sport over winter before training on the Mahurangi River.

In 1982 he won the men’s single scull race at the New Zealand Rowing Championships and the following year he took gold at the World Championships in Duisburg in the coxed four race.

“That was a very strong era for New Zealand rowing, but we were presented with a challenge when the selectors changed our crew and boat to a straight four for the 1984 games.”

From 1996 to 2016, Robertson was involved with NZ rowing as a convenor of selectors and says the sport has changed for the better in this country.

“When I was rowing there was very little funding, but now there are better structures in place and rowers can afford to commit to fulltime training.”

Although he has no involvement with the sport currently, he can see himself getting back into it at a domestic level in future.

James Udy Conrad Robertson Gold at the Olympics is one of the most prestigious achievements in world sport and one that Warkworth rower Conrad Robertson has to his name.

The 60-year-old picked up the medal at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles as part of the New Zealand straight four team.

“It’s hard to describe the feeling when you win that medal, but it’s the best thing in the sport,” Robertson says.

“Getting to that part is a real journey and it’s satisfying being able to deliver when you’re actually in the big race.”

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When it comes to persistence, it would be hard to outdo Hall of Fame Iron Man competitor James Udy, 46, of Warkworth.

Only five other multi-sport athletes have competed in more Iron Man New Zealand events than James.

He has 23 under his belt but has his sights set on taking the number one spot on that list.

“The record holder is 73, so I’m hoping I have a few years left in me to catch him,” Udy says.

“The key is to pace myself, as I need to remain injury free and avoid burning out too quickly to reach that milestone.”

Udy trains 200km a week, with a mixture of swimming, cycling and running.

The pinnacle of his sporting career was completing the Iron Man World Championship race in Hawaii with two minutes to spare.

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Massive sand extraction project at Kaukapakapa Multimillion-dollar company James Hardie New Zealand is planning to excavate more than 800,000 cubic metres of silica sand from Kaukapakapa over the next 35 years.

The company, which makes building materials, owns two sections it hopes to excavate at 353 and 353D McLachlan Road.

Around 23,000 cubic metres of sand would be extracted each year and processed at a wash plant on site.

The wash plant will be up to eight metres high and process up to 30 tonnes of sand per hour to remove clay and water.

The sand will then be taken by truck to the James Hardie plant in Penrose with 10 truck movements expected a day.

The operation would run from 7am to 5.30pm six days a week.

James Hardie had its resource consent for the excavation approved by Auckland Council to proceed with limited notification on November 16.

The Rodney Local Board approved the limited notification, which gave nine neighbouring properties the chance to submit on the consent.

Six neighbours made submissions, all in opposition to the excavation.

Gill Rolfe, who lives 400 metres from the site, was among those submitting.

“Safety is the main issue for me as McLachlan Road is not appropriate for big truck and trailer units as it’s unsealed with lots of hairpin bends,” she says.

The resource consent has acknowledged this and recommends James Hardie upgrade the road and impose a 50km speed limit on its trucks.

However, Gill is concerned that works may begin prior to the upgrade of the road. She also opposes the operation because of dust particles that may carry from the site in the wind.

“We have very strong westerlies here coming off the Kaipara Harbour, and it’s a real health concern that dust from excavating could carry into people’s homes.”

Kaukapakapa Residents and Ratepayers Association chair Peter Brennan doesn’t believe the wider community opposes the excavation, but is concerned about the vehicle movements.

“McLachlan Road is one of the most broken roads in the region and to not include all of the residents on that road in the limited notification is wrong in my opinion,” Mr Brennan says.

James Hardie New Zealand was not available to make comment on any issues with the excavation as Mahurangi Matters went to press.

Business as usual despite funding shortfall.

Funds fall short at deadline The Rodney Local Board is being forced to consider its options, following a $250,000 shortfall on funds it is owed on the Warkworth Town Hall restoration project.

The Board contributed $1.275 million to the hall restoration, but $675,000 was underwritten and due to be repaid

by December 22 last year.

The fundraising to cover this cost was managed by the Warkworth Town Hall Restoration Trust, which raised $450,000 by the due date. Board chair Beth Houlbrooke says there is no urgency required for the repayments.

“We really only set the due date for repayment as a goal for the trust, but things will continue as usual despite the shortfall,” Ms Houlbrooke says.

“Looking forward we could extend the deadline, get them to focus on hall promotion to create revenue or just allow the trust to disband and cover the cost in our next budget.”

Ms Houlbrooke says working through these options with the trust will not put a strain on resources.

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Snells Beach garage inventor develops healing sunscreen A Snells Beach inventor is aiming to revolutionise the sunscreen market and a range of medical products through the use of a special gel and natural plant products.

Dr Alistair Lane was gifted the formula for the gel from friend Graeme Robertson, who attends the same Vineyard Church in Snells Beach.

The gel is anhydrous, meaning it contains no water and is naturally absorbed into the skin; whereas most skin care products do contain water and are repelled by the skin.

An anhydrous product will stick to the skin even when swimming, whereas water-based sunscreens will tend to wash off.

Mr Robertson previously created a sunscreen from the gel and has also demonstrated its uses in curing wounds and severe burns.

Alistair decided to develop the sunscreen further by reducing the synthetic chemicals from Graeme’s original sunscreen product and instead loading it with natural plant oils and plant butters.

Alistair’s interest was spurred because his 12-year-old son, Aidan, is extremely sensitive to synthetic chemicals used in skin products and by a growing realisation of the healing powers of plants.

“I began to realise that there’s this massive field out there of plant-based fighter chemicals that have incredible healing properties and could be used

Dr Alistair Lane has developed a revolutionary sunscreen product from his Snells Beach garage.

for all sorts of things,” he says.

Alistair has a PhD, specialising in quantum physics, but had to “dredge up from his memory” all his earlier studies in chemistry to get started.

He set up a laboratory in his garage using standard chemistry lab

equipment, and other tools normally found in a chef ’s kitchen, and started perfecting his sunscreen formula.

He admits he had a few disasters at first. One early formulation emerged as a “pool of slop” that nobody would want to use.

But after two years of rigorous research and development, Alistair was able to have his CoSkin sunscreen internationally certified with an SPF 40 rating.

In October, Alistair and his wife Stephanie, began selling the sunscreen online, along with a regenerating moisturiser that also uses the anhydrous gel and plant products.

In addition to being naturally absorbed by the skin, the plant products in the sunscreen serve to combat any ultra violet damage, soften and smooth the skin, and serve as an insect repellent.

Alistair says reaction to the products from people who have tried them has been overwhelmingly positive.

One individual who suffered extreme adverse reactions to regular sunscreens, and was thus prevented from going out in the sun, has had no problems using CoSkin.

Alistair has also had success treating open wounds with the moisturiser and is eager to develop the medical applications further.

“I know that the product we have got has some really potent healing powers,” he says.

For the moment, Alistair will continue his day job as a systems engineer working in Auckland, but will consider devoting all his energies to CoSkin should the products take off.

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In the early 1900s, Albertland’s roads were practically non-existent so settlers relied on waterborne transport. Shepherd’s Store, in Port Albert, made a regular monthly run to Kaiwaka, delivering goods and cargo aboard the Ivy, George Bennett’s 42foot Logan launch. Wharehine photographer Harold Marsh went along with his camera on several of these trips. Leaving Port Albert at 3.30am, Ivy motored down the Oruawharo River at seven knots, passing Hargreaves homestead, FitzGerald’s Okahukura Landing and Motu Kumara. They stayed overnight at Bickerstaffe wharf on the Otamatea River and carried on to Kaiwaka in the morning. Mr Bennett had already offered to take local settlers and friends on a picnic excursion up the Otamatea before heading back to Port Albert, so about 30 people came aboard for the day.

Photos show the ladies, gentlemen and children in their Sunday best, long skirts and trousers, long sleeves, ties, hats, shoes and stockings. Umbrellas and parasols completed the picnic outfit. The Ivy took them nearly to Batley, where she anchored. Groups of picnickers rowed to shore in the dinghy and, as one newspaper reported, ‘thoroughly enjoyed themselves in all sorts of games and amusements’. Stockings rolled down and trousers rolled up, they paddled in the tide (no swimming) and chased children along the beach. Lunch was eaten under trees on the foreshore, followed by rest and relaxation in the shade before packing up for the return trip. On one excursion, the weather turned rough and it began to rain heavily so everyone headed back to the boat. As shelter on deck was limited, they made themselves at home in the hold and ‘spent a jolly time telling yarns and singing songs, oblivious of the weather outside’ as they motored back to Kaiwaka.

They reached the Landing at 9pm and most would have had a wet and windy trip to their homesteads. Messrs Bennett and Marsh stayed in Kaiwaka overnight before making the return journey to Port Albert next morning.

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Firstly, I would like to thank the wider community for their continuing efforts to make our area a great place to live. Our police motto is ‘Safer Communities Together’ and so many people pitch in to do their part. Since taking up my role as Sergeant at the Warkworth Police Station, I have enjoyed a warm reception from a number of different community groups, from Age Concern to the Pasifika Festival. I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing the inner workings of what makes this unique community so special.

Over the busy summer period, our area looks and feels a little different with the increase of activity on our roads and beaches. It is my hope and aim that every single person is safe, and feels safe in our area – whether they be residents or visitors. Please take a moment to think about road safety and water safety, in particular. Our national road toll combined with the number of drownings each year is simply heartbreaking. If you’re on the road, please ensure your vehicle is up to standard and be considerate of other drivers. Please show tolerance and patience when driving as the roads are typically busier at this time of year. If you’re enjoying a drink with your summer BBQ, make sure you plan ahead so there is someone sober who is able to drive.

As for the water, watch out for one another and challenge any negative attitudes towards life-jackets! If Santa has brought the little ones an inflatable raft or similar, take extra care to supervise them at all times. Finally, please ensure your property is locked securely when you’re on holiday and don’t forget your sheds, garages and outhouses. The short time spent securing padlocks could save you hours of worry while on holiday. If you are away, advise your neighbours and have someone regularly check on your property and clear your letterbox.

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transition moving from a school of 100 pupils to 600, but I will take all the skills I’ve learnt from my role at Kaipara Flats.”

Mr O’Brien says highlights of his term at the school included the school show days and the $45,000 turf construction.

The new principal will be Debbie Hamer, who also comes from a Year 8 teaching position at Mahurangi College.

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Kaipara Flats School principal Gary O’Brien has resigned after three years to take up the position of principal at Torbay School in Auckland.

Mr O’Brien joined Kaipara Flats following five years as a Year 8 teacher at Mahurangi College.

“It was a big transition to go to a rural school, but the community has been outstanding,” Mr O’Brien says.

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Our community is wonderful! This Christmas, Homebuilders Family Services received numerous gifts and food for families who would not have otherwise received anything. Individuals and families donated food, gifts and vouchers, remaining anonymous but wanting to share the Christmas cheer that they believed each family deserves. Christmas can place a strain on families that are already struggling. They want to buy their children gifts, but there is no money spare to do this, even for food. Many parents will go without food to try and at least buy one gift for their child/children, or the family misses out altogether.

We would like to acknowledge the following groups, who organised a huge amount of gifts to distribute to families – Mahurangi Matters, Ray White Real Estate Warkworth, Matakana Community Garden, Wellsford Loaves and Fishes, Matakana Zero Waste, Totara Hill Montessori in Matakana, Warkworth Christian Foodlink, Nature’s Nest Childcare, Christmas Box NZ and Leigh Eats. On behalf of the families, a very big thank you for being so thoughtful and generous.

At this time, we would also like to acknowledge Mike Hanne and Doug Poland who kindly volunteer their time to raise vegetables for our community garden, and the Snells Beach Knitting Club who donate beautifully knitted blankets, jerseys and toys all year round, the lovely “muffin lady” and the many people who donate goods for families.

We live in an amazing community.

Young Mum’s Educational Programme Thursdays 15th February, for 9 weeks, 10am-12.30pm. Held at Women’s Centre in Warkworth. FREE For mothers up to 25 yrs. Explore strategies for raising healthy, happy children. Childcare & morning tea provided. Facilitated by Ahnya Martin.

Personal Development Mondays 12th February, for 9 weeks, 10am-12.30pm. Held at Women’s Centre, Warkworth. FREE An empowering support group for women offering resources to face life’s challenges and encouraging mindfulness & inner growth in a caring & confidential environment. Come along & meet new friends.

Facilitated by Heildi Downey.

Pasifika Women’s Group Tuesday 13th February, 10am-12.30pm. Held at Women’s Centre, Warkworth. FREE For women from the Pacific to meet, share & learn. Facilitated by Heidi Downey.

Perinatal Distress Support Group Wednesdays 14th February, for 9 weeks, 10am-12pm. Held at Women’s Centre, Warkworth. FREE Are you experiencing antenatal or postnatal depression or anxiety? Would you like support, strategies and tools to help you on your journey? A chance to make new friends and share experiences as well as learning ways to manage difficulties and feel better. Facilitator: Bridget Farmiloe.

Computer Training: Beginners, Basic & Intermediate Word or Excel Fridays 9th February, for 8 weeks, 9.15am-11.15am. Held at Warkworth RSA. FREE Suitable for any level of computer literacy. Tutor: SeniorNet .

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Hay, hay, hay Landowners with unbaled hay are being asked to come to the rescue of the Warkworth Museum. The museum needs the equivalent of around eight conventional bales of hay to demonstrate how a vintage Booth McDonald baler works. The demonstration will be part of the museum’s display at this month’s Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show on Saturday, January 27. Anyone who can help is asked to phone volunteer Alan Britton on 021 030 1558. The hay can be returned after the show.

Saturday 7th April, 9.30am-3pm. Held in Warkworth at Totara Park. $35 This workshop helps girls learn how to resist uncomfortable or unwanted approaches, use verbal and physical ways of dealing with abuse and assault, say no in unsafe situations and develop strength and confidence. Facilitator: Rana Moir.

Clay Workshops Saturday 24th February, 9:00am-3:00pm. Held at Kowhai Arts & Crafts, Showgrounds SH1. $45 These one day workshops encourage women to be creative and explore three dimensional space. Create indoor or outdoor ornament from terracotta or light coloured clay. Items will be fired once therefore not glazed, but could be painted at home if desired. Tutor will have examples & photos for ideas and inspiration. Tutor: Vivienne Paterson.

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Creative Expression through Painting Saturday 25th November, 9.30am-3:00pm. Held at Kourawhero Hall, Warkworth. $45 Awaken your creative potential, have fun & learn to paint with watercolour. No previous drawing or painting skill required to achieve exciting results. Tutor: Tiina Power.

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The Matakana Volunteer Fire Brigade wrapped up 2017 with a total of 152 calls, and a plea for six more volunteers.

During the year, the brigade responded to 81 medical calls, 43 building structure fires, 16 vegetation fires and 12 motor vehicle accidents.

Senior station officer Peter Guild says 2017 was a busy year and although the brigade has an excellent crew, more personnel are needed.

“Three for front line service and three for support crew would be ideal,” Peter says.

Awards presented during the brigade’s end of year Honours Night were: Officer of the year – Peter Guild; best

attendance, Jennie Burt; most call outs, Jennie Burt; most improved, Ben Pringle; Whittaker Trophy, Ben Pringle; Bailey Earley Recruit Firefighter of the Year Award, Claude Poulsen. Twoyear silver bars were presented to Jim Presland, John Badham and Noeline Cranston. A two-year alternate gold bar was presented to Barry Clarke and Jennie Burt. Ben Pringle received a three-year certificate. Volunteer recruit firefighter programme certificates were presented to Isabelle Franks, Claude Poulsen and Peter Widdows.

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Modern streetscape planned for Matakana Water to make Hazardous open drains outside shops and waves in 2018 businesses in Matakana could be replaced with a smart new streetscape later this year if a $2.2 million collaboration between Auckland Council, Auckland Transport (AT) and the Rodney Local Board gets the go-ahead.

The scheme will include removing deep drainage ditches from the northern side of Matakana Valley Road, between the village markets and JinJin restaurant, plus channeling stormwater away from the village, repairing the road surface, expanding the footpath and improving parking.

The preferred option would see cobbled drains replace the open swales, giving a safer and wider area for pedestrians, and potentially allowing for outdoor seating areas.

AT would be responsible for the road repairs, Council’s Healthy Waters the drainage, and Rodney Local Board the footpath and amenity improvements, though exact funding levels are yet to be confirmed or allocated.

Board chair Beth Houlbrooke says she is confident that it will happen next financial year as it would be a costeffective use of the Board’s footpaths budget.

“Everyone is keen to have it done as early as possible,” she says. “It hasn’t

Cobbled drains and a wider footpath could replace dangerous open ditches in Matakana Valley Road.

been approved, but I’m hopeful.

“It’s good value because Healthy Waters would be doing the bulk of the work. For what their asking from us, which I think is around $178,000, we couldn’t build a footpath anywhere else for that sort of money.”

On the other side of Matakana Valley Road, the drains would be replaced with shallow grass swales with sleepers to prevent cars from parking on them.

Matakana Community Group chair Simon Barclay says he is thrilled that something is going to happen after three years of trying to get the issue sorted, and he is looking forward to finding out more detail.

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drains is an enormous leap forward and something the community has been fighting for for ages,” he says. “From the artist’s impression, one would have to say it’s an enormous improvement on what’s there at the moment. I’ll be very interested to see a little bit more than what’s represented in that drawing. On the surface it seems too good to be true, but hopefully it isn’t and we’ll do well.”

The group is also keen for its planned cycle path circuit of the village to be acknowledged and somehow incorporated into the plans for the southern side of Matakana Valley Road.

The Rodney Local Board is expected to discuss the matter at its business meeting next month.

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Wellsford wetland system trial raises water quality bar The new design for the treatment plant at Wellsford will involve the construction of two new wetland systems.

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Watercare has been granted a resource consent to trial a wetlands wastewater system in Wellsford.

The current wastewater plant, which is on a tributary of the Hoteo River, on State Highway 1, just south of the Wellsford Golf Club, has been operating without consent since 1999. It is the last non-complying wastewater plant in Auckland.

The two-year trial will involve the creation of two 40m x 40m ponds, which will help process waste from 1800 properties in Wellsford and Te Hana.

The ponds will have a rock base that will help remove nitrogen from the water and eventually a UV system to remove pathogens.

Watercare resource consent planner Ban Najim Aldin is confident the new wetlands will improve the quality of the effluent to the Hoteo.

“The new ponds will also be covered to prevent bird waste from contaminating the processed water and will be elevated to address concerns that the current ponds, which are low-lying, are susceptible to flood waters,” Najim Aldin says.

Rock base isn’t normally used in wetlands in New Zealand because of the expense of importing it. However, Watercare has found sources of the material in both New Zealand and Australia. Najim says if the system proves successful, Watercare will look at implementing it at other plants.

“The current wetlands are making effluent quality worse and will be decommissioned. During the trial, water that goes through the new wetlands will be tested before it goes back through the plant to ensure it is safe to discharge.”

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The Wellsford plant operates under temporary conditions, but this will become invalid in five years.

“We need to make a decision on a final system before that deadline and to cater for a growing population.”

Rodney Local Board member Colin Smith is angry that Watercare has chosen to do that trial rather than invest in a full overhaul of Wellsford’s infrastructure.

Mr Smith says consultation on the idea was poor and the result is a feeble attempt to provide for Wellsford.

“Watercare consulted with Wellsford once six years ago and then we saw the same plan again last year that had previously been rejected,” Mr Smith says.

“There is waste coming up into people’s bath tubs here because the infrastructure built in the 1960s is stretched and they want to put in a new wetlands system. How stupid is that?”

Mr Smith says problems occur when large amounts of stormwater and wastewater meet in the network.

However, Watercare infrastructure and environmental planning manager Mark Bourne says Wellsford infrastructure is adequate for the current population.

“It is illegal to have wastewater and stormwater connected by the same pipe so any overflow for this reason is due to illegal plumbing or cracks in the pipes,” Mr Bourne says.

“We do regular checks of our assets but if anyone comes across an issue before we do, they should contact us immediately.”

Mr Bourne says that if growth forecasts for Wellsford are accurate, then its main systems will need to be upgraded.

“All new subdivisions will have their own pipes installed, but areas where it meets the main system may need upgrading to increase capacity.

“We haven’t set out any timeframes for this upgrade, but we will assess this and make sure required works happen ahead of the growth. The wetlands are a separate issue aimed at improving the environment, as well as catering for growth.”

Watercare will set-up a liaison group early next year and the wetlands trial is due to start in the second half of the year.

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Auckland waste plan hits pockets of biggest producers Auckland Council will roll out an updated Waste Minimisation Plan next month, which will plot the next steps in its journey towards achieving zero waste by 2040.

Under the draft plan, households and commercial operators who create a lot of waste will pay more through higher fees and charges. The construction industry, in particular, will be targeted.

Households that reduce their waste will be rewarded with fewer charges.

Council is also committing to advocating at a national level for an increase in the waste levy (see below) and new product stewardship schemes for items such as beverage containers, tyres and electronic waste. It also proposes an Auckland-wide pay-as-you-throw system on household waste and a $67 targeted rate for food scraps collection, although the latter is not proposed for townships in Rodney at this stage.

Households in the former Papakura, North Shore and Waitakere areas already pay an average of $135 on pay-as-you-throw refuse services (bags and now bins). Council says there is a direct and visible connection between how much waste a household generates and how much it pays.

Total waste Although household waste dropped by 10 per cent between 2010 and 2016, there has been a large increase in commercial waste, especially from the construction and demolition industries. As a result, total waste to

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Council estimates that the amount of recyclable material sent to landfill from domestic and commercial sources in 2016 could instead have generated income of between $15 million and $73 million.

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landfill has increased by 40 per cent per capita since 2010.

In 2016, the city sent 1.646 tonnes of domestic and commercial waste to landfill – more than one tonne per Aucklander. According to the Minimisation Plan, waste activities currently cost ratepayers $91 million a year.

The draft plan identifies that some of the barriers to waste minimisation include the low cost of landfilling compared to diverting waste to other productive uses, the lack of financial incentives to divert waste from landfill, the lack of influence by Council over the 80 per cent of waste

that is commercially managed, and rapid population growth.

The plan proposes a target of a 30 per cent reduction in all waste by 2027, with a target to reduce domestic kerbside refuse from 110kg to 88kg per capita per year by 2028.

The focus will be on reducing three priority waste streams – commercial construction and demolition waste; organic waste; and plastics. The plan also puts an emphasis on partnership and engagement with other sectors to address these waste streams.

Council hopes to lead by example, reducing its own office waste by 60 per cent by 2024.

Residents will have a month to provide feedback on the plan, from February 28 to March 28.

What is the waste levy?

The $10 per tonne waste disposal levy is set by the Department of Environment and is paid by disposal facility operators.

About $10 to $12 million is collected annually. Half of the money raised in Auckland is returned to Auckland Council ($6.1 million in 2016) to spend on waste minimisation activities, while the balance is distributed through a national Waste Minimisation Fund.

The Waste Levy Action Group, a consortium of public and private sector organisations representing the waste sector, concludes that increasing the levy should be a matter of priority for the government. It predicts that an increased levy of $140 per tonne for landfills, $15 for cleanfill and managed fill, and $40 for incineration, would bring the best results for reduced waste to landfill, increased recycling, job creation and increased economic activity.

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What are ratepayers prepared to pay?

The development of a network of resource recovery centres is seen as a crucial step in addressing the 80 per cent of waste that goes to landfill, which is not directly controlled by Auckland Council.

There are five resource centres in Auckland, with plans to expand this to 12 by 2024. The future of the two local transfer stations at Lawrie Road in Snells Beach and Rustybrook Road in Wellsford, which are owned by Council but leased by Northland Waste, will form part of this discussion.

The lease on both facilities is up for renewal this year and the newlyformed Mahurangi Wastebusters is one of the parties that has submitted an Expression of Interest for both sites.

Spokesperson Trish Allen would like to see resource recovery centres established in Mahurangi, similar to the Helensville model.

“Helensville is diverting about 70 per cent of waste away from landfill, compared to commercial operators where the figure is more like 30 per cent,” she says. “A centre run by the community will mean money raised will go back to the community. It also offers opportunities for education and volunteer support, as well as pathways to employment for people with barriers to employment.”

Northland Waste managing director Ray Lambert says his company supports the intent of the waste plan, and has a real willingness to work with Mahurangi Wastebusters to create a win-win outcome.

“We are locally-owned, employ 250 people between Wellington and Kaitaia, and provide a service communitywide, as well as sponsoring many local organisations and events.”

Mr Lambert says of the four community recycling centres operating in Auckland – Devonport, Helensville, Waitakere and Waiuku – Waiuku is often cited as the flagship.

“But Council pays the Waiuku operators over $250,000 a year.

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Waste nothing and we achieve the same, if not better, diversion results.

If Council commissioned robust environmental and economic rationale, they would know this – but they don’t want to. In fact, Council hides the subsidies it pays out.”

Mr Lambert believes the most efficient provider should run the landfills.

“The 70 per cent recovery rate quoted for community recycling centres doesn’t take into account the fact that they don’t handle waste from the kerbside collection or commercial waste,” he says. “If you removed that from the waste stream at Lawrie Road and Rustybrook Road, then our recovery rates are as good, if not better.”

Northland Waste, which has been in the waste business in Rodney for more than 20 years, is concerned that Council’s approach will come at a hefty cost to ratepayers.

“Rodney rates pay for Council’s recycling service, that’s all, and we believe if we were given the opportunity, we could do that service for about half the price. We don’t get paid by Council for anything we do – from the orange bags to the commercial waste, it’s all done on a user pays system. Council is trying to set one policy for the whole of Auckland, but rural areas like Rodney need different services.

“We totally get the concept of resource recovery – Council scrapped the cardboard collection because they said it wasn’t viable, but we continued it.

We also recover and re-sell scrap metal, glass, greenwaste and cardboard – we’re struggling to understand what we’re doing that’s not consistent with the waste plan. We’re not looking for a free pass and have consistently stated that if we can’t offer a competitive waste collection solution in the communities we operate in, then we don’t deserve to be there.”

Northland Waste chair Colin Cashmore says the company offered to invest $2 million to upgrade the Lawrie Road station, but Council has yet to accept the offer.

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The Hakaru River flows near Topuni.

Hakaru wins Northland’s most improved river award Sustained improvements in faecal indicator bacterial levels in the Hakaru River near Topuni, north of Wellsford, have earned a New Zealand River award for Northland’s most improved river.

The Hakaru River originates in native and pine forest in the Brynderwyn hills and flows south through farmland until it reaches the Topuni River and feeds into an arm of the Kaipara harbour.

Northland Regional Council Chairman Bill Shepherd recently accepted the most improved river award on behalf of the Hakaru community and Northland ratepayers.

Cr Shepherd said the river’s steady recovery is testament to the cumulative effect of landowners and environmental groups working with support from the council, NZ Landcare Trust and Department of Conservation.

Those efforts had been responsible for a 10 per cent improvement in E.coli levels in the Hakaru River every year for the last 10 years.

One large sheep and beef farm

implemented management practices that included a significant amount of stream fencing and pest control work.

There have also been improvements in land management on local dairy farms.

Many farms have installed more effluent ponds, with most having two to four ponds, which provide greater storage and more effective effluent management.

In addition, environmental groups are working hard on improving water quality and controlling pests such as goats, pigs and possums with support from the regional council’s Environment Fund.

“Many activities have led to this great result and similar results are being achieved in catchments around the region,” Cr Shepherd said.

The New Zealand River Awards were established by the Cawthron Foundation to recognise community efforts to improve water quality in local rivers.

The foundation is a registered charity which supports independent research to benefit New Zealand’s environment.

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Shimano approved Fully equipped workshop Road Bikes Mountain Bikes Full Suspension BMX Bikes Parts & Accessories

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What does your company specialise in: We specialise in bicycle repair and provide a full range of bike accessories and hire bikes.

Matakana Bikes | 09 423 0076 Now located at Matakana Country Park, 1151 Leigh Road, Matakana info@matakanabicyclehire.co.nz

What are your company’s skills and experience?

I am a Shimano qualified bicycle mechanic and has been a successful competitor in road, BMX and MTB over the years.

What keeps you motivated?

Seeing people get into cycling. There are so many benefits and it is a great solo or family activity.

Is this area a good place to do business?

Callaghan Appliance Servicing Ltd

Absolutely. The addition of new trails means cycling is growing in the area. Electric bikes are also changing the way the community uses bikes because they are a viable option for getting around town easily.

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We plan to offer a greater range of guided tours and will be extending our retail space.

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Craig Smith

Building Consultant

0800 423 008 m. 027 536 8550 e. craig@kiwiinspections.co.nz www.kiwiinspections.co.nz

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EXTERIOR CLEANING & WATERBLASTING

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Brian Shires 027 6226 809

Snells Beach

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Steve Tunnard Ph 09 422 4902 • Mobile 027 243 8640 Email stevetunnard@gmail.com

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Timber Furniture Specialists with quality workmanship guaranteed Specialising in antique, new furniture & all other timber surfaces.

Furniture Restoration • Re-spraying • Special Finishing • Colour Matching Insurance quotes • Furniture repairs • Custom made – Recycled or new timber • Modifications • Upholstery

Phone Grant or Lesley 23b Foundry Rd, Silverdale | 09 426 2979 www.silverdalefurniturerestorations.co.nz 09 426 8412 | www.countrycharm.co.nz

Rodney Garage Doors

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0800 70 40 10

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20 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth 09 425 8678 • 021 952 077 wwglassandglazing@xtra.co.nz

Wellsford

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We specialise in: • Vantage Aluminium Joinery • APL | Architectural Series • Metro Series

09 425 7510

53 Station Road, Wellsford • Phone (09) 423 7358 Email: wellsfordglass@xtra.co.nz

7 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth

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Kitchen Colours

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Spraypainters of quality kitchens Lacquers, enamels, urethanes, 2 pacs, clearcoats Resprays and Recolours

Phone / Fax Gary 425 7669 Unit 21/30 Hudson Road, Warkworth

Beauty Therapy & Nail Creations for head to toe pampering

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46 McKinney Road, Warkworth Mob 021 051 3661 • Ph 09 425 7776 tlcbeautytherapynails@yahoo.co.nz

• Facials • Waxing • Tinting • Gel Nails • Acrylic Nails • Manicures • Pedicures • Electrolysis • Make-up • Body Wraps • Massage • Spray Tans

• 4 x 4 Truck & Digger Hire • Excavation • Earthmoving • Tractor & Ride-on Mowing • Lifestyle Property Services • Garden Design

09 422 9514 • 021 831 938 www.junglefix.co.nz

Phone Bruce 425 7766 a/h 021 055 4226 I take the hard work out of Landscaping

We relocate houses, we buy houses, we sell houses.

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www.centrallandscapes.co.nz

for complete quality projects

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Call Ian on 021 639 562 www.jrhc.co.nz

CONTRACTING

TOTAL LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION • Lawns - contouring & seeding • Top soil • Retaining Walls • Driveways • Paths

WE BUY HOUSES FOR REMOVAL

• Retaining Walls/Decks • Fences • Paving/Concreting • Planting • Irrigation & Instant Lawn Ph Jeff - 021 368 552 | warkworthlandscaping@gmail.com www.warkworthlandscaping.co.nz

• Screened Topsoil • Living Earth Compost & Garden Mix • Lawn Mix • Mulch • Bark • Pebbles • Stones • Sand • Drainage • Metal • Sleepers • Pongas • Grass Seed • Fertiliser • Weedmat bagged & bulk plus much more

FREE LOAN TRAILERS HOME DELIVERIES 7 DAYS A WEEK email: warkworth@centrallandscapes.co.nz 25-31 Morrison Dr WARKWORTH 09 425 9780

0800 TOPSOIL

Professional Landscape Services • Accredited Horticulturist and LBP • Landscape Design, Planting and Horticultural Services • Landscape Construction - Decks, Pergola, Retaining Walls and more • Equestrian Arenas

021 085 12024 | matakanalandscapes@gmail.com

The re-tube specialists New boats from 2.1 to 5.5m Full repair service on any inflatable brand. 100% NZ Made

1487A State Highway 17, Dairy Flat Ph: 021 570 505 • em: info@seafarerinflatables.co.nz

www.seafarerinflatables.co.nz

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PHONE 09 425 5597

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PAINTERS | PICTURE FRAMING | PLUMBING | PRINTING | PROPERTY MANAGEMENT | ROOFING | SCAFFOLDING | SEPTIC TANKS | SHUTTLES

STORAGE

WARKWORTH

REMOVALS

Painting and Decorating

• Owner Operator • Local and Long Distance • Packing Service • Packing Materials

New builds • Re-paints • Re-stains • Roofs • Commercial • Water blasting

James Taylor 0275 489 104

Warkworthremovals@me.com Warkworthremovals.co.nz

Ph: Luke 021 507 463 luke.raphaella@gmail.com

09 425 9679

Your Painter/Decorator with over 30 years experience serving all surrounding areas.

Welch Painting & Decorating Mark Welch

• Painting • Spray Painting • Paper Hanging • Water Blasting

Leigh Decorators Husband & Wife team • harley.mcvay@xtra.co.nz

Harley 021 0220 8727 or 09 423 9012

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09 424 1262

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Specialists in long-run roofing

0800 171161

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ROOFING NZ

Servicing Auckland - Rodney - Kaipara

Metroscaff Limited

New • ReRoofs • Cladding Specialists Covering Rodney in Long-Run Iron Local Quality Guaranteed

Matt Tickle Licensed LBP Mobile: 021356965 Home: 09 425 6311 Email: iron.man@xtra.co.nz

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For your safety we have: • Experienced Qualified Scaffolders • Full range of Equipment • Including Alloy Mobile & Builder’s Props

PHONE 0800 622 7929

OMAHA - SNELLS BEACH - WARKWORTH - MANGAWHAI Member of Scaffolding and Rigging New Zealand

- Residential & Light Commercial - Quick Stage - OSH Standards - Tube & Clip - Qualified Scaffolders - Reliable Service P 09 425 0300 M 021 774 653 F 09 423 0017 admin@metroscaff.co.nz www.metroscaff.co.nz

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• Rural & Urban Subdivision • Boundary Locations • Site Contour Plans • Construction Set-out

Hibiscus Tiling

Rupert Mather 021 425 837 Graeme Smith 021 422 983 23 Bertram Street, Warkworth

Wall & floor tiling • Accredited Waterproofer Underfloorheating • Free consultations and quotations • 23 years experience

09 425 7393 admin@wwsurveyors.co.nz

Phone Darcy 021 482 308

TV • FM Aerials • Tuning Additional TV Outlets Phone David Redding 09 422 7227 or 0274 585 457

Ph 09 425 5495 Mob 0274 766 115

PICTURE PERFECT TV

Tanks: New & Cleaned Pipes: PVC & PE Filter systems Pumps: New & Rebuilt Pipes & Parts Irrigation Supplies 6 Worker Rd, Wellsford • sales@watertechplus.co.nz • www.watertechplus.co.nz • Open Mon-Fri 7am - 5pm

Rodney Sales & Service 09 422 3245

We Service All Leading Brands! www.aquafilter.co.nz

www.artesianwater.net.nz

sales@absoluteconcrete.co.nz

sales@absoluteconcrete.co.nz

09 4312211

09 4312211

Pump & Filtration Services (2007) Ltd

Mangawhai: Phil Lathrope 431 4608 | 021 642 668

steve@aquafilter.co.nz

E: info@artesianwater.net.nz

CULVERT PIPES

021 771 878 • 09 425 6002

Call Steve 027 478 7427

P: 09 425 0086 M: 027 544 4006

WATER TANKS

WATER TANK CLEANING & REPAIR SERVICES

• Water Filters • UV Sterilisers • Reverse Osmosis • Water Coolers • Whole House • Water Pumps • Tanks • Rain Harvesting • Pre-Tank Filters

Chemical Free Artesian Water Optimum PH for Health

ABSOLUTE CONCRETE

Water Treatment • Pumping Systems • Filtration • UV Sterilizers HOURS • Softeners & Neutralizers • Iron Removal Owen Ward E. h2opumps@xtra.co.nz MOBILE EFTPOS AVAILABLE

HOUSEHOLD WATER SUPPLY

ABSOLUTE CONCRETE

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Don’t let your septic tank become costly - service it now!

GAVIN BROUGH

09 423 8061

mobile: 027 556 6111

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Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning Septic & Sewerage Treatment Systems

Freeview Sales & Installation TV & FM Aerials

Installation & Repairs

0800 747 928

Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

TV AERIAL & SATELLITE SERVICES

Digital Freeview Satellite

Household Water Deliveries

MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are the septic tank cleaning specialists in your district.

clean. care. repair.

Warkworth: Phone Karl or Kylie Oldham 027 240 7791 email: mobikair.rodney@gmail.com email: mobikair.mangawhai@gmail.com

www.mobi-kair.co.nz Pumps & Filters Water Treatment Spa & Pool Shop Water Testing Valet Service Water Blasters Tanks & Sprayers 24 Hour Mobile & Workshop Service 31 Woodcocks Rd, Warkworth 09 425 9100 splashwater@xtra.co.nz

Shop hours Mon - Fri 8am-5pm Sat 9am-12pm

• Water treatment & Filtration • Pumps • Pool & Spas • Waterblasters 7days / 24hours Paul Harris M: 021 425 887 T: 09 425 0075 E: pumps4u@live.com

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DRIVEWAYS MAINTENANCE Grading, rolling & metalling for rural Driveways. No job too BIG or small. Ph Bruce 425 7766

ENGAGEMENTS

Advertise your classifieds and church notices here for only

$4.40 inc GST per line or $11.20 per/cm inc GST for boxed adverts.

HOME MAINTENANCE & IMPROVEMENT WATER PUMPS - no water? old cast iron pump? Sales Service & Installation.

Work Guaranteed. Ph Steve 094223245 steve@aquafilter.co.nz WATER FILTERS - Underbench, Whole house, UV & water spotting, Work Guaranteed. Ph Steve 094223245 steve@aquafilter.co.nz

STUMP GRINDING WARKWORTH Stump Removal, Tree Removal, Chipping. Ph 021 623 330 bruce.fleming@xtra.co.nz

POWELL - MANUELL and

Gravin Peter Manuell from Tomarata, Wellsford, New Zealand are pleased to announce their Gravin's family and friends.

FOR SALE RAWLEIGH Products. Ph Pat 09 945 0495 1201AQUAPRO SEAMASTER with 40hp Yamaha outboard and Trailer and accessories; Full servicing invoices supplied; Available for inspection at Omaha Beach. Priced to sell at $13,500; contact Dennis at 0275631485

GARDENING

GARDENER Reliable & Experienced . Available for all aspects of garden work.

Phone Martin 021 254 6660

GARAGE SALE

Family Fun Scenic farm & forest rides Quiet horses & ponies • Birthday rides Lessons • Suit beginners & experienced riders & people with Disabilities Social, Language & School Groups

Book Now 1hr $50 • 2hrs $90 Phone 09 425 8517

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HORSE RIDING WARKWORTH

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HORSERIDING

42 Kaipara Flats Road, Warkworth Google: Horse Riding Warkworth

IN MEMORIAM

Malcolm Young WILSON passed away at home one year ago on 29th December 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Dearest husband and best friend of Anne, much loved father of Kim, Scott and Amber, treasured grandfather (and sometimes affectionately referred to as ‘Double G’) of Pètra, Connor, Thomas and Josie. Loved father-inlaw to Toni and Grant.

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Curtains open on Kaipara artworks

The Shades, from left, Taka Vuni, Manase Latu, Ipu Laga’aia, Samson Setu.

Shades bring classical twist Pacific Island quartet The Shades will apply their classical training to musical theatre, opera, gospel and popular music as part of the Auckland Opera Studios’ annual picnic event in Omaha next month.

The Shades comprise two Samoans, Samson Setu and Ipu Laga’aia, and two Tongans, Taka Vuni and Manase Latu.

They achieved international prominence in 2016 after they sang the national anthems for the Netball Quad Series, which was televised worldwide.

The Shades were also prominent during last year’s Lions tour of New Zealand, providing entertainment for several pre-game functions.

Opera studio voice coach Frances Wilson says The Shades are among the top singing students at the University of Auckland Music department.

“It’s with great pride that the studio can introduce them to Rodney audiences following an exceedingly busy year of performing and studying in 2017,” she says.

The show will follow the formula of previous picnic events with plenty of audience interaction and jokes.

There will also be a guest appearance by rising Auckland soprano Natasha Wilson.

Both Natasha and Shades tenor Manase Latu have been named Dame Malvina Major Emerging Artists by NZ Opera for 2018, opening further performance opportunities for the pair during the rest of the year.

The annual picnic will be held at 144 Jones Road, Omaha, on Saturday, February 24 at 5.30pm. Bring your own picnic and refreshments. Adults $50, under 16 free. Book through iTicket.

The summer stage at Kaipara Flats is set for an outdoor exhibition of sculpture, painting and assemblage

by Warkworth artist John Mulholland this month.

Hosted by Erica Kretschmar and Keith Conning in their garden at 896 Kaipara Flats Road, Sharing the Stage will also include work by other local artists.

All proceeds will go towards the purchase of new stage curtains for the Ranfurly Hall, Kaipara Flats.

Mulholland works across a diverse range of media using sculpture, found objects, painting, print and photography to articulate space, shape and language in a conceptual framework. He creates abstract works in aluminium, steel and copper, figurative works in wood and stone, and methodical, disciplined works in print and paint.

He has created artwork in support of many communities, organisations, businesses, galleries and schools, including NZ Sculpture on the Shore, Kaipara Coast Sculpture Gardens, Sanderson Contemporary, and the New Zealand Flower and Garden Show. He was a finalist in last year’s Fieldays No8 Wire National Art Awards and his work has found corporate and private collectors throughout New Zealand. He is

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currently assembling a collection of sculptural works for his outdoor artfields project in Warkworth.

A special opening event will be held on Friday, January 26, from 4pm to 6pm, at 896 Kaipara Flats Road (opposite the hall). Entry is $20.

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Warkworth A&P Show promises outstanding family fun The Warkworth A&P Lifestyle show may have passed its major 150th anniversary celebrations last year but it shows no signs of losing momentum.

The 151st show will take place on Auckland Anniversary weekend on January 27 at Warkworth Showgrounds with the equestrian events continuing into the following day.

Principal sponsors of the show are Bayleys Real Estate and Wharehine Construction.

Among the new attractions this year will be a Wellness Centre (see page 36) and an “emergency precinct” featuring displays by first responders.

Meanwhile, A&P Show chairman Allan Barber says all the traditional elements that make for a great show will be back in full force.

In addition to equestrian events, other livestock on show will include donkeys, mules, dairy goats and cattle (see page 38) Sheep shearing and woodchopping competitions will be among the other major attractions, along with dog agility shows and displays of vintage cars.

On a lighter note, The Grand National Sheeplechase will take place, whereby ewes speed down a 50 metre track, bearing dummy jockeys, and spurred on by excitable commentator Greg Clark.

Allan says nobody need go hungry at the show with Fritz’s Weiners, Thai cuisine, Manuka smoked bacon and egg butties, mussel fritters, Bobby’s bacon butties, spun spuds and Hungarian twister fried bread among the many show offerings.

The axemen will be back for the 151st show.

The show offers plenty for children – either as competitors or spectators.

A hospitality marquee will offer a selection of local wines and beers.

Children are especially well catered for with a Mystical Farm animal petting

zoo, a scavenger hunt and a children’s entertainment area that includes a water slide and merry-go-round.

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by Mason Contractors and Northland Waste meaning there’s no additional payment required for children’s rides.

Trade displays will include several top farm and lifestyle equipment exhibitors, including Norwood Farm Machinery, AGrowQuip and Northland Powersports Those living on lifestyle blocks can peruse a wide selection of ride-on mowers, weedeaters, chainsaws and motorcycles.

Allan says over the years Warkworth’s farms have been replaced by lifestyle blocks and the show must reflect that changing reality.

The outdoor displays are complemented by an extensive indoor section featuring traditional A&P fare such as baking, knitting, crafts, woodwork and floral art.

Indoor section organiser Louise Graham says the home brew section has been especially popular in recent years, with a large number of beers and stouts being entered for judging.

She hopes to see more wine and cider entries this year.

The baking section will feature a new confectionery class that will challenge competitors to come up with amazing ideas for cupcakes and cake decoration.

Louise says one of her favourite parts of the indoor section is seeing imaginative entries by children.

“Some of them are just spectacular.

There is always something that takes your breath away,” she says.

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Equestrian set to thrill More than 200 horses will compete in the 151st Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show. Chief equestrian steward Genette Churches says it will be a packed weekend with seven rings operating on the first day (January 27) and four rings operating on the second day (January 28).

Altogether, there are 23 events and 266 classes within those events.

Genette says there will be something for everyone.

“Some really enjoy seeing the miniature horses and others love watching the jumping,” she says. “Others really enjoy seeing a beautifully presented and schooled horse or pony being put through its paces. Still more love to see the carriage horses and ponies do their thing.”

In addition to miniature horses, spectators will also get to see show

hacks, saddle horses, working hunters, hunter ponies, pinto horses, pinto ponies and Standardbreds.

Harness classes – where a horse pulls a carriage or buggy – is back for only the second time this year and will feature horses ranging in size from miniatures to hacks.

“Seeing competitors put their horses through the slalom and cones courses should be fun,” Genette says.

Many of the Warkworth A&P equestrian classes serve as a qualifier for the Horse of the Year event held in the Hawkes Bay in March and competition is stiff.

“We get a very good calibre of horses and riders and a lot of them go on to win titles in Horse of the Year in their respective sections,” Genette says.

The Churches family have been running the equestrian section for

more than 20 years and Genette says it’s incredibly rewarding to see a great turnout of beautiful horses and ponies enjoying the day’s competition.

“I keep coming back because after all the years of effort that have gone in to make our show the very best we can, I would hate to see it go backwards.”

Favourite comedian returns for 151st show Comedian and television personality Te Radar will again compere the Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show and says his enthusiasm for the event remains undiminished. Having grown up on a dairy and beef farm in the Waikato, Te Radar especially enjoys the cattle shows and other animal events.

“I just like people who take pride in their animals and make the effort to bring them along,” he says.

“It’s also nice to see a lot of young people coming through – there’s a lot of young judges and handlers around the place continuing the tradition.”

Having compered for the last five years, Te Radar also enjoys catching up with familiar faces and chatting to show-goers, animal breeders, sheep shearers and

stallholders.

“It’s a very pleasant atmosphere and very convivial.

And it’s also a great time for the kids who get to participate in various bits and pieces, and enjoy the rides,” he says.

Te Radar also makes a point of sampling the local food and beverages, and checking out what’s on offer on all the stalls.

“It’s never too early to start shopping for Christmas,” he laughs.

He says his affection for the show has translated to an affection for the Warkworth area in general and he would actually like to move up here one day from Henderson.

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Takahe success The takahe are doing well at Tawharanui Regional Park and providing support for the national takahe recovery group, together with lots of interest for park users. To date, we have 14 adult birds on the park and one chick. Last year’s chick was named Tuakana (first born) and has been translocated to Motutapu Island where it is hoped he and his partner might breed next year. In this summer’s breeding season we had three nests. Three eggs hatched but, unfortunately, only one chick survived. Sometimes it takes birds a few seasons to work out their parenting skills! We welcomed a new adult pair recently and another pair is coming soon, but we are losing two birds as the gene pool is mixed around. A fourth nest is underway and it is hoped that the resulting chick might survive.

Like racehorses (with their birthday on August 1), all takahe share a birthday.

October 1 marks the beginning of the takahe calendar year. Department of Conservation senior takahe ranger Glen Greaves says this is when the previous summer’s chicks are said to be a year old and can be included in the total population count. This year’s official yearly takahe population count is in, with 347 birds recorded throughout the country – a 13 per cent increase on last year.

Glen says this is the highest annual growth rate recorded in the population since management began almost 70 years ago.

Importantly, of those 347 birds, more than two-thirds are coupled up. The takahe population now includes more than 100 breeding pairs. This is significant as the number of breeding pairs is the most accurate measure of population health. A total population number can give false security, if there is a significant age or sex bias. As the population grows there is more certainty for the future of the takahe.

The species has recently moved two steps away from extinction, according to the New Zealand Threat Classification System. The recovery programme is confident the number of takahe will increase by at least 10 per cent after this summer’s breeding season.

With the population increasing, new sanctuary sites, such as Tawharanui, have doubled in the past 10 years. This provides an important safeguard for the species should disaster strike the wild population in Fiordland. A new wild population is planned for Kahurangi National Park, near Nelson.

Our Tawharanui takahe are monitored weekly by a group of enthusiastic volunteers who have been doing this rostered task since the birds were first released here three years ago. We check the birds’ locations, that their transmitters are working and, when seen, that the birds are in good condition.

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Marilyn Stacey will demonstrate energy healing.

An opportunity to share silliness with laughter yoga.

Linda Shaw treats both people and animals.

Certified Atua energy healing practitioner Marilyn Stacey will be among several alternative healthcare providers at the new Wellness Centre at the Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show.

Individuals coming to the centre will have the opportunity to share their cares and concerns with Marilyn and see if energy healing could be right for them.

Marilyn says everyone has their own unique individual energy signature, which is formed as a result of how we react to life.

She says energy signature healing will clear blocked energy on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level.

“This treatment will give you inner strength and confidence, leaving you feeling light and peaceful,” she says.

As with many practitioners at the centre, Marilyn says the therapy she practices is equally applicable to animals, and she will be bringing along her own

cocker spaniel to demonstrate.

She says a lot of animals suffer anxiety, for example dogs when they are away from their owner, and this can easily make them sick.

As with humans, their energy fields also get blocked.

She says energy healing can calm them and promote other kinds of well-being, such as speeding up recovery following any surgery.

Wellness Centre coordinator Linda Shaw says in addition to energy healing, show-goers will be able to learn about and try several other therapies, including laughter yoga, BodyTalk and Taoist Tai Chi Laughter yoga combines laughter exercises, deep breathing techniques and gentle stretches to reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Linda says participants will get to laugh for no reason and share silliness in a playful experience that “opens up the heart and soul”.

Tai Chi involves deep stretching, with a full range of motion and continuous turning of the spine. Linda

says it’s great exercise for people of any age with many health benefits.

Meanwhile, Linda herself will demonstrate BodyTalk which aims to balance the body and mind to facilitate healing in both people and animals.

Linda has worked with dogs, cats and horses in New Zealand, and elephants and orangutans in Indonesia.

At the show, she will offer a free three-minute relaxation opportunity for humans to balance their head brain cortices.

Linda says the Wellness Centre offers the opportunity to get rid of other aches and pains with a visit to an osteopath, chiropractor or masseur.

“It’s a chance to shift some old patterns or belief systems, be more relaxed, less stressed and more in tune with what you want your life to be,” she says.

The Wellness Centre will be located on the main field by the woodchopping and sheep shearing areas.

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There is something very satisfying in observing activity outside a hive on a sunny day – hundreds of bees create a melodious hum as they dart in and out of a hive. Even though spring in the Rodney district brought loads of rain and wind, colonies are now more established and the warmer weather means brood numbers have increased. However, the most important aspect of this time of the year is the much awaited “honey flow”.

So what exactly is a honey flow and when does it arrive, I hear you mutter? Well, to start with, it should really be called a “nectar flow” as it is the time of the year when suitable weather conditions together with major sources of nectar provide bees with abundant resources that they then transform into honey. There is no exact date – nature is unpredictable so it is a case of looking for signs within nature and the elements. Remember, too, that the honey flow is not just about standing around smiling. It is a time to be a vigilant beekeeper as a good honey flow represents a rapid increase in the amount of space bees need within the hive so be aware and add boxes if required. This offers bees more space for the extra honey and also reduces the chances of swarming.

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Children and teenagers with an interest in showing off their skills in handling cattle will have the perfect opportunity at the Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show.

Cattle steward Marjorie Blythen says the young handlers very often provide the most entertainment in the entire cattle competition.

“All kinds of cattle are being displayed by the young handlers. It’s quite chaotic but quite a spectacle because you get a much larger number of animals out in the paddock, with children of all ages,” she says.

Children compete in two categories – those under 12 and those aged 12 to 19.

There are no pre-entry requirements.

Children can just turn up and enter on the Saturday of the show.

Normally children handle calves or yearlings, though there is no restriction on the age of the animal.

If a child is confident enough, they can handle a three-year-old bull.

Ideally, children should bring their own animal to the show, though sometimes a sympathetic breeder may be willing to let a child borrow an animal.

Marjorie says the competition is judged based on the qualities exhibited by the handler in showing off the animal, not those of the animal itself.

Competitors are expected to groom their animal, ensuring it has clean ears

and tidy toenails before it enters the ring.

They must demonstrate the ability to control the animal, persuading it to walk briskly and confidently around the ring.

The handlers’ appearance also counts.

Jeans and a white shirt are preferred though not essential if the handler can present a generally neat and tidy appearance.

Handlers who earn points at the Warkworth show can go on to earn points at other A&P shows in the northern district, with the chance of becoming a northern district handler champion.

This can lead to bigger prize money and invitations to compete elsewhere around the country and overseas.

In addition to the young handlers’ competition, the Warkworth A&P Show follows the conventional Royal Agricultural Society programme, common throughout New Zealand.

This includes a European beef breed section and a British beef breed section, a dairy section and an interbreed section.

The winner of the inter-breed section becomes the supreme champion of the show.

Marjorie says these classes are judged on the quality of the animal, though the capabilities of the handler do play a role in presenting the animal at their best.

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Susannah Law with her winning entry The Gum Collectors.

Diversity colours exhibition Hibiscus Coast artist Susannah Law picked up the Supreme Award at the 24th annual Great Summer Art Exhibition, held at the Mahurangi East Community Centre, over New Year.

Susannah, a professional artist who runs Red Door Studio in Orewa, took home $1000 in prize money for The Gum Collectors, her winning entry in the professional section.

Her marble styled painting was one of three entered in the exhibition. She said it was a comment on conservation and what history had taught us about looking after nature.

This year’s judges were Auckland mother and daughter artists, Juliette and Pippa Milne.

In announcing the winners, they commented on the overall skill demonstrated in all three sections – professional, intermediate and novice.

The exhibition is a major fundraiser for the Mahurangi East Tennis Club and committee member Sue McLeod

thanked both artists and sponsors for their loyal support over many years.

More than 1400 people visited the exhibition and although the final amount raised is still being finalised, it is expected to be around $11,500.

A special thanks was extended to major sponsor, Bayleys Real Estate.

The winners were: Professional – The Gum Collectors, by Susannah Law 1; Trailways, by Janice Napper 2; Bowl of Cream, by Nolene McMaster 3. Merit, Opportunities by Anna Filimoana. Intermediate – Our Sunny Days, by Rhana Panhuis 1; Through the Heads, by Val Enger 2; On the Way to Milford, by Rosemary Rowe 3. Merit, Pukeko on the Water

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Briefs Waipu rafts ready to race There will be fun on the water and fierce competition when the annual Waipu River Raft Race is held at the Boat & Fishing Club, off Nova Scotia Drive, on Sunday, February 18. There will be three separate races – Open and Junior for 4-person rafts, and Individual stand up paddle boards – with cash prizes of $1000, $500 and $200. The first race sets off at 12 noon, after raft scrutineering and safety briefings at 10.30am. Entry fees are $50 per junior raft, $100 for the open race and $20 for SUPs, and all entries must be registered by noon on Saturday, February 17. Rules include no polystyrene to be used in a raft, no double-bladed paddles and no dangerous ammunition, including eggs, meat products, hard fruits and “animal by-products”.

Info: waipuboatandfishingclub.com/events

Wellsford draws trucks

Organisers of the Mahurangi Regatta are expecting a big turnout this year.

Classics prepare for Mahurangi Regatta More than 100 classic boats are expected to take part in the annual Mahurangi Regatta later this month.

The event will be held at Sullivans Bay on January 27, starting at 9am with old-fashioned games on the beach including three-legged races and a tug of war. Racing on the water starts just before 1pm.

Mahurangi Cruising Club secretary Kelly Grovehills says two new racing

categories are the drivers behind the expected increase in entries this year.

“We have added a category for Reactors and H-28s because their associations wanted a bigger profile in the event, so that will attract more of those than usual,” Kelly says.

“The Milford Cruising Club has also changed its calendar so that members can attend the Mahurangi Regatta this year, which is a big plus for us.”

Prizegiving will be held at Scotts Landing from 6.30pm, followed by a dance and performance from the West City Jazz Orchestra.

Teak Construction is again the primary event sponsor.

Boats can be entered into the regatta at mahurangicruisingclub.org or at the Mahurangi Cruising Club tent in Sullivans Bay on January 27, until 12 noon.

The third Wellsford Lions Roaring Truck Show will be held at Centennial Park on Sunday, February 25, from 10am. Around 150 big rigs usually attend the event, with many truck companies bringing whole fleets of heavy vehicles to display. Entry is by gold coin donation and funds raised will go to the Warkworth Wellsford Hospice. Previous recipients have included the Auckland and Northland rescue helicopters, and St John. As well as all manner of trucks, trailers and heavy machinery, there will be trade stands and entertainment, and the ever-popular Wellsford Lions food tent.

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January 17, 2018 Mahurangimatters 41 The Mansion House gardens provide a perfect picnic setting.

Garden grooves on Kawau If a laid-back summer’s afternoon of great music, good food and local wine sounds appealing, Kawau Island is the place to be on Saturday, February 17 for the fifth annual Music in the Gardens fundraiser.

Three acts will take to the stage in the grounds of Mansion House – young singer-songwriter and pianist Arjuna Oakes, popular covers band The Renegades, and Jess and the Hindinburgs, featuring four of New Zealand’s top jazz performers. Event coordinator Lin Pardey says the artists are real crowd pleasers and will play a mix of jazz, blues and classic favourites perfect for a summer’s afternoon.

“We always try to have an emerging act, so this year we’ve got Arjuna Oakes,” Lin says. “He’s just 18, but has the voice of a real old soul. We also have Jess Hindinburg, the top jazz violinist in NZ and she is playing with guitarist Mark Mazengarb, who plays internationally and is usually the opening act for Tommy Emmanuel.”

Lin says Jess and Mark have played together many times and for Music

in the Gardens they will be joined by two good friends, singer and blues harmonica player Nina McSweeney and bass player Matt Shanks.

Rounding out the afternoon will be The Renegades, who first played the Kawau concert last January and return in 2018 “by very popular demand”.

As well as the music, there will be local food and wine, beer and cider for purchase, a spot grand prize, plus silent and live auctions, with prizes including luxury Kawau getaways and fishing trips. Proceeds will be split between four island causes – Camp Bentzon, Kawau Volunteer Coastguard, Kawau Boating Club and the Kawau Emergency Response Trust.

Picnics are welcome, but there is strictly no BYO alcohol. Tickets cost $25, which includes a souvenir wine glass, or $10 for 10 to 17 year olds, and under 10s are free. Dedicated ferries for the event will leave Sandspit at 1pm and 2pm, for which bookings are essential.

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Take a Kid Fishing Day is on February 18.

Have a go at fishing with Lions Kids who fancy a go at fishing, but never get the chance, will have an opportunity to try their hand at landing a catch on Sunday, February 18, when Warkworth Lions hold their annual Take a Kid Fishing Day. Boats will leave Sandspit Wharf at 9am and return around 12 noon for prizegiving, giveaways, a sausage sizzle and quick fire raffles. Prizes will be awarded for the heaviest, longest and most unusual fish caught, and there will be spot prizes as well.

Take a Kid Fishing is open to children aged 12 and under, and they must be accompanied by an adult.

Lions member and event coordinator Bruce Wilson says the day is a great opportunity to get kids who don’t normally have access to a boat out on the water and trying their luck with a rod and reel.

Pre-registration is compulsory, and forms will be available from Friday, January 19 from Hunting & Fishing, Warkworth, Snells Beach Dive & Fishing, or via email from takeakidfishingwarkworth@gmail. com. Completed forms must be in by Thursday, February 15, and no late entries will be accepted.

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Participants need to bring their own fishing gear, appropriate clothing and lifejackets (if possible). Bait will be supplied.

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Prepare the ingredients for the dish not long before you plan to eat. When preparing your fish make sure that the skin, bones and bloodline are completely removed. If left on, the bloodline is the dark red portion on the fillet. Cut fish in to small-medium sized cubes and place in a bowl, with the finely chopped capsicum. Refrigerate.

In a separate small bowl mix together the lemon juice, lime juice, sea salt and chopped chilli. Place in the fridge. Wash and dry your spring onions, mint and coriander leaves, slice finely and put in another small bowl and place in the fridge.

When you are ready to eat take your three bowls out of the fridge. Pour your lemon chilli juice over the fish and capsicum. Toss quickly and leave to sit for about three minutes. Don’t leave it for too long as the citrus will cook the fish.

Most chefs let their fish marinate between 10-20 minutes, when the fish turns an opaque colour. It is important that the fish marinates long enough to turn opaque, but do not marinate for over an hour as the fish will fall apart. When the fish is ready, throw in the herbs, a good drizzle of olive oil and black pepper.

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BOOKREVIEWS

By Matakana Village Books

Book giveaway Mahurangi Matters has one copy of each of the following four books to giveaway. If you’d like to win one, email editor@localmatters.co.nz with the title of the book in the subject. Giveaway closes on January 31.

Growing Yourself Up

by Jenny Brown

Relationships – with family, friends, colleagues and the world in general – are the subject of this revised edition of Growing Yourself Up, by Dr Jenny Brown.

First published in 2012, the book draws heavily on the principles of the Murray Bowen family systems theory, as well as Dr Brown’s extensive clinical experience. She also uses her own family relationships to illustrate how maturity can help people transition from child to adult, from single to partner, from parent to grandparent, and many other steps in between.

The chapters touch on different stages of life from leaving home and growing up to getting a job and growing beyond the family; separation and divorce; and mid-life, retirement and dying. The final chapter reinforces the message that the best way to help other people is to work on fostering your own maturity ...

“A more mature presence in any group assists others to be more thoughtful and less reactive.”

This will be a helpful and interesting book for anyone who is ready to examine their own thinking, challenge some sacred cows and explore other approaches to difficult relationships.

Dr Brown has a PhD in social science from the University of New South Wales, and is the founder and executive director of the Family Services Institute and Family Systems Practice in Sydney. She is also a wife, mother to two adult children and grandmother.

The Adriatic Kitchen

by Barbara Unkovic

As exotic as this little book might sound, the recipes are easy to follow and the ingredients will be familiar to most NZ cooks. The author, Barbara Unkovic, lived on the Croatian island of Korcula for seven years where she immersed herself in the culture, history and food, and this book is obviously the result. The recipes are presented according to the four seasons and are very much based on using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Most are simple and fuss free, and the author’s brother, Colin Unkovich, who is a Northland based artist, illustrated the book.

Pug - How to be the Best You

by Helen James

At first glance, this book looks like a story for children. In fact, it is a pug dog’s guide to leading a “happier, more optimistic and fulfilling” life.

Apparently, the pug is one of the oldest dog breeds in the world and they have, for centuries, travelled the world “gathering experiences along the way”.

So if you fancy a little pug philosophy, this is definitely the book for you!

Grace & Katie

by Susanne Merritt and Liz Anelli

This book is described as ... “An imaginative story of individuality, sisterhood, creativity and appreciating each other’s strengths” ... and that about sums it up.

Twin sisters Grace and Katie love to draw, but both have quite different styles. Eventually they find a way to celebrate their differences. A great little read for children aged around eight to 10 years.

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The Lonely Heartstring Band unites traditional bluegrass with contemporary songwriting.

Modern bluegrass sound blows into Whangateau Whites win summer sevens

Warkworth Hockey Club members hope the strong summer competition is a good sign for the upcoming winter season.

American bluegrass quintet The Lonely Heartstring Band will perform at the Whangateau Hall on Monday, January 29.

They will be appearing on the Folk Club programme straight from their appearance as international guests at the Auckland Folk Festival.

The five young Boston-based musicians who make up the band originate from Canada and the United States, and met at the Berklee College of Music.

They are twin brothers George (guitar, vocals) and Charles (bass, vocals) Clements, Patrick M’Gonigle (fiddle, vocals), Matt Witler (mandolin, vocals) and Gabe Hirshfeld (banjo).

They say their repertoire of original

songs and compositions showcases not only their musical diversity, but also a dedication to meaningful rootsconscious music.

Since their beginnings in 2012, The Lonely Heartstring Band has toured throughout the US and in Europe, appearing at major music festivals and other events. They have picked up a number of awards along the way including the 2015 International Bluegrass Music Association’s Momentum Award. In 2016, they released their debut fulllength album Deep Waters on the legendary Rounder Records label, in Nashville. Doors open 6.45pm for a 7pm start. Tickets $20.

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CDL Whites hit its way through seven rounds of hockey to take out the Warkworth Hockey Club Summer Competition last month.

A record 24 teams participated in the tournament and club committee member Monique Hatfull is pleased with the season.

“We had one big grading round this time instead of social and competitive

games, and that seemed to create even competition, which people enjoyed,” Hatfull says.

“We had a number of new groups playing, which brings variety and is a good sign for the summer nines competition coming up.”

Runners-up in the competition were Navy Seals, while RMC came third and Stretch and Sweep fourth.

Warkworth Netball meets The Warkworth Netball Club will hold its annual general meeting at the Mahurangi Rugby Football Club on January 24. The committee is looking for new members so anyone is welcome to attend. Info: Pania 027 479 5957.

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Veterinarians spend a large amount of their time promoting changes in client behaviour to improve animal health, welfare and productivity. While we spend time talking and listening, clients spend time listening and talking. We don’t always hear what is meant. The basic summary can be related to goal-setting and expectations.

Dan John, an excellent American sports trainer and strength coach, clarifies this idea well in his book ‘Intervention-course corrections for the athlete and trainer’.

Dan defines our expectations as either a “park-bench” attitude or a “bus-stop” attitude. When we are at a bus stop we have expectations of immediate results, but when on a park bench we have a relaxed approach, knowing results will come with time. An example of “park-bench” versus “bus-stop” for cats and dogs could be when veterinarians promote regular flea treatment (often every month, all year round). With year-round treatment, cats and dogs will remain largely free from the annoyance of fleas crawling through their hair coats and it can help prevent unwanted skin conditions. Our expectations are “park-bench”. Time is required to achieve the desired results. However, clients often have a “bus-stop” attitude, expecting results immediately and are disappointed when the product doesn’t achieve their expected result. Being aware of the attitude difference is important.

Similarly, when advising farmers about adequate regular fertiliser applications, the results of increased pasture growth requires a “park-bench” attitude. Pasture plant density, and hence overall production, will change over several years of good fertiliser applications, while clients often have a “bus-stop” expectation relating to the results of the fertiliser application. This is compounded when nitrogen will give immediate results, suggesting that the farmer can expect a “bus-stop” result from all fertilisers when, in fact, phosphorus, potassium and sulphur provide longterm changes to plant growth. Additionally, when fertiliser application is reduced, is less than required or is dropped completely due to budget constraints in one year, the true results or effects may not be seen for several years.

Dan John extends the idea of goal-setting and suggests you need to understand where you are now, decide where you want to go to and make a plan to get there while objectively measuring your progress. Veterinarians are lucky to have clients who we can continue to build a relationship with. Over time, with ongoing communication, we can clarify and build on suggestions, and track how the implementation process is working. From time-to-time we all want “bus-stop” results, but taking a “park-bench” approach often benefits all parties.

The Warkworth Rotary/Lions Food Rescue has finished the year with donations approaching 27 tonnes since starting in July 2016. Looking back on last year, we have been able to supply over 18.5 tonnes of food to the Foods Banks, from Puhoi to Te Hana. The Warkworth Presbyterian Church handles much of this distribution.

As well as the regular donations from New World and Countdown, we have had major donations of cheese, eggs, tomatoes, pumpkin, vegetables and meat. Our fundraising efforts have allowed us to contribute in many ways to assist the organisations that are at the “front line”.

The scheme would not operate without the support of local businesses, the Justice Department, Ngati Manuhiri, the many volunteers who put in countless hours 365 days a year and, of course, the local Rotary and Lions Clubs.

Food Rescue thanks our community and we look forward to another very successful year.

If you are interested in volunteering or donating food: Call 0274 776519 or email warkworthfoodrescue@gmail.com The pickup from supermarkets is after 5pm and takes less than an hour and we currently work on a quarterly cycle. A few nights each three months will make a difference to other lives.

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With the Christmas season over for another year, many families will be looking at their finances, which probably took a bit of a hammering. Not helped at all by record prices for some fruit and veggies including such staple items as kumara, pumpkin and potatoes. It never ceases to amaze me that more people don’t grow their own. Gardening is one of the best ways to save money, increase happiness and get some bonus exercise! There is nothing better than freshly harvested produce from your own backyard. Scientific studies even show that flavour and nutrient levels can be enhanced from home grown versus commercially grown crops; partly due to less reliance on chemical fertilisers and partly due to less deterioration in the crop from harvest to table.

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The children were dispatched to collect seaweed from the beach and horse manure from nearby paddocks for fertiliser. The kids also helped weed the crop, using garden forks made from dowel and sharpened number 8 wire. Compost bins were built to recycle plant matter to produce valuable humus. Paths were created from old rubber conveyor belts salvaged from a local business (with a side benefit of warming the soil). Mum would get up at 5.30am every day to water, spray and fertilise the crop, and the whole family pitched in at harvest time three months after planting. The result? I don’t know how many pounds of potatoes that first crop produced, but it was enough to feed a family of eight for nearly a year, with the left-over sprouting potatoes used for next year’s crop. From that initial expense, plus a lot of hard work and dedication, my parents didn’t have to buy potatoes for many months. Of course, that is just one crop type, the story was repeated many times over for many other crops, with more expensive items like fruit trees being purchased as more money was saved.

Yes, there were mistakes. Mum had a cigar box full of labels of plants and trees that didn’t make it, almost like a plant mausoleum! But each one was there for a reason, to remind her what went wrong and what plants would thrive or die in our soil and climate. Valuable information to grow from and valuable experience to pass on to the next generation!

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rurallife Reserve closed as fight to halt kauri dieback continues 

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The Department of Conservation (DOC) has closed a reserve and upgraded local walking tracks in a bid to help prevent the spread of kauri dieback.

The Benton Leslie Reserve in Settlement Road, Kaiwaka has been closed to all public access for five years to protect the 2-ha stand from the disease, which currently has no cure. The reserve, which includes the 1000-yearold Benton Leslie kauri and many others aged up to 500 years, is privately owned with a conservation covenant and an easement so the public and DOC can access it.

Northland DOCs kauri dieback community engagement officer, Lynnie Gibson, says landowner Paul Warren has been very supportive of people visiting the kauri, but has become increasingly concerned by the threat of kauri dieback.

“The recent report on kauri dieback in the Waitakere Forest has exacerbated Mr Warren’s concerns, as his kauri are currently unprotected and people can walk right up to and around the trees,” she says.

Kauri dieback Kauri dieback can kill kauri of all ages. It is caused by microscopic spores in soil that infect kauri roots, damaging tissues that carry nutrients within the tree. Eventually, infected trees starve to death.

Kauri dieback can be spread if someone walks through mud containing spores and carries the contaminated mud on their footwear to another kauri forest.

Symptoms of kauri dieback include lesions that bleed gum. Photo, Laura Honey| DOC

It only takes a pinhead of infected soil to spread the disease. There is currently no cure for kauri dieback.

The closure took effect last month and will be reviewed in December, 2022.

“The hope is that in five years we will have a cure or it will allow time to put protection methods in place, such as the installation of a cleaning station, and protecting kauri roots by building boardwalks or fencing.”

Meanwhile, DOC has upgraded two tracks through a kauri forest in the Dome, near Warkworth, as part of an ongoing work programme to help prevent kauri dieback from spreading.

The Dome Forest track upgrades were carried out in a bid to eliminate wet and muddy sections by improving the track surface and drainage. Boardwalk and steps have been installed and “geoweb” tree root protection has been laid. This DOC system involves laying plastic webbing filled with lightly-compacted bark chunks and gravel, which protects kauri surface feeder roots, as well as keeping the track dry and mud-free.

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What you can do to stop the spread of kauri dieback • Clean all mud and plant matter from footwear and equipment before you travel to a kauri forest • Use cleaning stations at the start of a track to ensure your footwear is mud-free before entering a kauri forest • Stay on the track, and off kauri roots, when walking through a kauri forest • Use the cleaning stations at the end of the track to ensure your footwear is mud free before leaving a kauri forest

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Iconic kauri in trouble

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By Dr Mels Barton Secretary, New Zealand Tree Council

Kauri dieback disease has pushed our forests to a tipping point and what we do now will determine their fate. To lose kauri means losing the whole forest ecosystem because it is a keystone species upon which 17 other species depend.

The fact that we are spreading the disease around all our forests on our boots, bikes and equipment makes this a national biosecurity issue, not a local one, although the response, of course, has to be local.

Small reserves of kauri like those north of Auckland are also at risk and the best advice is to stay away from kauri altogether and keep them safe. The science is irrefutable. Anyone who says that more research needs to be done before we can act has simply not done their homework. Monitoring data from Waitakere shows 70 per cent of infected trees are within 50-metres of a track, clearly showing humans are the main vector. Pigs are also a vector, but they can be controlled to a point at which 95 per cent of their impact is removed. As Dr Nick Waipara said, ‘Pigs can’t fly’ so it is not pigs spreading this disease around the country, it is us.

The map showing infected trees hits you in the face that the infection is along the track network, and in the most popular sites. Once you have seen this you can no longer deny that it is people spreading this disease – and it is people who can do something about it. The local iwi Te Kawerau a Maki have asked people to stay out of the Waitakere Ranges forest by placing down a rāhui, or customary closure. This is a voluntary, temporary request to let the forest heal until the necessary upgrades of track surfaces and cleaning stations can be done.

It is not a ban, it is a request for respect. It is what is necessary and we have been overwhelmed by the support and positive response. Walkers, runners and tourist operators are telling us they are going elsewhere. This is very encouraging. What we need to ensure, however, is that they don’t just go to other kauri forests around Auckland and start spreading the disease there instead. The rahui in our minds should apply to everywhere there are kauri, not just in Waitakere. We are simply not safe to be among them.

Of course, because it is voluntary, there will always be people who will ignore it, but any reduction in the number of people moving this disease around will help. The power of the rahui is that it is prompting people to ask why this is necessary and this is the opportunity to educate because the facts are what has been missing from this debate. The answer is in our own hands if we want to save our forests. Respect the rahui, stay out of kauri forests, educate everyone and tell politicians to spend our money on upgrading infrastructure so that we can all get back to enjoying what we love without killing it.

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This applies to lettuces particularly.

• Potted vegetables dry out more quickly than those in the garden: train yourself to save the buckets of ‘grey water’ from mopping the floor or washing the car and pour them into your pots.

• Beans and zucchini need regular water and frequent picking • No eggplants forming? Their insipid little flowers don’t always grab the bees, try hand pollinating.

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Student wins A&P award

From left, Rick Middleton, Gordon Levet and Doug Donaldson.

Wellsford Vet members pass milestone Services Council, which it funded with contributions from the dairy and meat producer boards.

“The national body encouraged the formation of farmer-owned clubs and set salaries for vets and mileage allowances,” Gordon says.

Seven elected farmers initially ran the Wellsford club. Today, after 51 years, there are only two surviving members of that committee – Gordon Levet and Stewart Shirley, now retired in Warkworth.

The dairy company supplied guarantees to allow the financing of the new club premises, in Rodney Street/SH1, which has been extended as the business has grown.

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The Wellsford club adopted a unique profit sharing arrangement two decades ago, which benefited all permanent employees of the club. This involved the club taking a predetermined amount for maintenance and development, with the rest of the profit shared amongst the staff.

“The system has worked well, with staff keen to generate more business knowing that they will be financially rewarded,” Gordon says.

Today the practice employs four vets and two vet nurses, and covers from Warkworth to Kaiwaka, coast to coast.

The club chief executive and chief vet is Stephen McAulay.

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Three stalwarts of the Wellsford Vet Club have been honoured with life memberships.

Founding president Gordon Levet, long-serving secretary Rick Middleton and Kaiwaka sheep and beef farmer Doug Donaldson were recognised at the annual meeting held late last year.

The club formed in 1967 with assistance from the former Albertland Dairy Factory at Te Hana.

Gordon recalls that in the 1940s, dairy factories started employing vets to assist their suppliers with their animal health issues.

The government then set-up what became known as the Veterinary

Maungaturoto student Samantha Allen has been awarded the Whangarei A&P Society’s annual agricultural scholarship worth $7500.

Scholarship convenor and society president Murray Jagger says Samantha is heavily involved in the community and her local A&P Society, and has a good grasp of issues facing the agricultural sector.

“She is a very clear and enthusiastic communicator who is very motivated and passionate to have a career in the agricultural sector,” he says. “She is an intelligent young woman who has clearly defined goals.”

To win the scholarship, entrants have to submit information about themselves, including education, interests and achievements, and a 500word essay explaining why they have chosen agriculture as a career.

Samantha, who has just finished her final year at Otamatea High School, intends to study Veterinary Science at Massey University this year.

The Whangarei A&P Society’s Agricultural Scholarship is open to any student living in the Northland Regional Council area who is considering, or participating in, agricultural-related tertiary study.

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New nets catch top coach The Rodney Cricket Association continues to ramp up its player development programme this summer with the appointment of ex-Black Cap Brendon Bracewell as coach.

Bracewell is working with both junior and senior cricketers in the area, after moving to Warkworth last year.

He is no stranger to coaching after establishing cricket academies in Tauranga, Wairarapa and Hawkes Bay. Through those he has guided current Black Cap players such as his son Douglas and captain Kane Williamson.

He runs weekly sessions with juniors at Mahurangi College and is focused on developing their skills for when they reach senior level.

“What we have currently is a keen group of young cricketers who are very raw at this stage,” Bracewell says. “Training involves learning the fundamentals of the game through bowling and batting in the practice nets.

“Training is all about enhancing skills and we use equipment such as ball machines so we can do that effectively We then have to make sure they can take those skills into a game situation.”

Bracewell says a number of juniors show promise.

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The club is situated down an alleyway, behind another property, and club president Chris Jensen says the paintings make it a lot more inviting.

“Before, when we just had the grey fence in the alleyway, it looked like a gang headquarters,” Chris says.

“The artwork should get more people walking down to take a look.”

The three paintings were done by Whangateau artist Maaike Zwetsloot and took four months to complete.

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The future of local snapper stocks will depend on individual fishers fishing responsibility.

Snapper matters

By Professor John Montgomery Institute of Marine Science and School of Biological Sciences University of Auckland

Those who live, or holiday, in the ‘Mahurangi Matters catchment’ are blessed with great beaches, coastline, swimming, boating and fishing. For avid fishers, there is nothing better than to be out on the water with the prospect of taking home a snapper for dinner. These are an iconic gulf species and the most common target for recreational fishers. Like all targeted species, they are a ‘commons resource’ that we collectively share. And, like all such shared resources, things work fine until harvesting pressure reaches a point where individual competition ramps up, resulting in resource depletion and collapse – something called ‘the tragedy of the commons’. How can we individually and collectively work to avoid that potential future for our fishing stocks?

Sustainable levels of fish stocks obviously depend on managing catch rates, but also depend on new young fish coming into the fishery. Robust cohorts of new recruits to a local fishing area depend on a range of factors, including larval supply, suitable settlement habitat, and a healthy productive environment that encourage the growing fish to remain in the ‘hood’. Good news from recently published research shows that for the area from Cape Rodney to the Mahurangi Harbour, more than 10 per cent of the new settled snapper juveniles come from adult snapper resident in the Goat Island marine reserve. So, a reserve covering about one per cent of the area is providing 10 per cent of the new recruits!

Suitable settlement habitat for juvenile snapper is also a positive feature of this area. Both Kawau Bay, with its extensive sea-grass beds, and Mahurangi Harbour have been important nursery grounds for snapper. These assets, though, cannot be taken for granted. Extensive scallop dredging in Kawau Bay has reduced the range and quality of juvenile habitat. This is plainly seen in the increased density of juvenile snapper found in cable zones where dredging is excluded. Mahurangi Harbour, too, has been subject to detrimental sediment loading.

So what can we individually, and collectively, do to sustain our snapper? Clearly we can’t take undersized fish; more than our daily bag limit; or fish in marine reserves. But for the future health of our fisheries we should: • Not fish too close to marine reserve boundaries • Limit catch-and-release of undersized fish (use bigger hooks and/or move to better locations) • If fishing in water less than 20m deep, release the largest fish as these are the best breeders, and limit catch-and-release of legal sized fish (as those caught in deeper water suffer from pressure damage as they are brought to the surface and may not survive after release), and • Don’t treat the daily bag limit as a target.

Collectively, we also need to be vigilant and proactive on the quality and extent of juvenile habitat. After all, this is where the next generation of fish reside for the next generation of your family to appreciate. Maximising individual benefits risks the ‘tragedy of the commons’. Taking individual responsibility and supporting collective action will hopefully sustain the ‘blessing of the commons’ that we currently enjoy.

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Club gets on track The recently-established Warkworth Running Club is on the lookout for more people to tie up their laces and become a member. The club was setup by four runners, including co-founder Dan Auber, in September.

“I lived in a village in France last year and there was a really good running club there,” Auber says.

“There was a group of four of us consistently running here so we decided we would try to do a similar thing.

“We have 40 members on our Facebook page and we average between 10 to 15 runners showing up on the night. I think running is growing in popularity so there is potential for us to end up with around 50 members participating.”

The club encourages members to compete in Auckland-wide events. Auber is also looking at the possibility of holding a regular Parkrun New Zealand event in Warkworth.

“Parkrun is an organisation that sets up 5km runs

The Warkworth Showgrounds is an ideal facility for the new running club.

for free and provides participants with individual performance statistics. We would like to introduce interval training, which would add more variety to the club’s usual routine.”

There is no cost to join the club. The club meets at the Warkworth Showgrounds, where they run a 5km circuit, on Monday and Wednesday, from 7pm.

Info: go to Warkworth Running Club on facebook.

Smashing results for Warkworth juniors The Warkworth Tennis and Squash Club is hoping recent success with its junior teams will encourage other young players to get involved in competitive tennis.

Last month, the boys 15 and under side won the Tennis Northern Junior Interclub C Grade competition.

Meanwhile, the mixed 10 and under side finished runners-up to Milford in B Grade, after falling just short on countback when the two teams were equal on points.

Junior coach Hugo Santos says the players’ commitment to the game is positive for the club’s growth.

“If other children see that by training hard they can do well in competitions they will be inspired to take their tennis to the next level,” Hugo says.

“As long as the support is there from parents, any of our juniors can be competitive in the game.”

Hugo says while he is pleased with the results, development is the most important thing for juniors.

“I don’t like to pressure the children because it’s more important that they identify themselves what their strengths and weaknesses are so they keep improving.

“We have worked really hard this summer on improving tactics so our players make good decisions in a game situation.”

Hugo would like to keep the juniors engaged in competitive tennis over winter.

“Other juniors in Auckland play all year round and that is a mentality that we need to develop at Warkworth.”

Junior tennis will resume at Warkworth at the start of Term One. Two holiday sessions will also be run this month on January 22, 9am to 12 noon, and January 25, from 2pm to 5pm. Info: Hugo 022 3113 216

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January Martakana three-day art sale fundraiser for hospice opens, Matakana School Hall, 10am. (see story p40 ) 19 Kane Steves live at Warkworth RSA, Neville Street, after 5pm raffles. All welcome.

20&27 Moveable Feast Matakana, Matakana Market Creamery, 5pm9pm 21 Kaukapakapa Village Market, Kaipara Coast Hwy, SH16, 8.30am to 1pm. Great stalls, fresh coffee, food, live music & much more. Info: Contact Sarah 0274 831542 or sarah1@ maxnet.co.nz 23 SeniorNet Warkworth open day, Warkworth RSA meeting room, from 2.30pm (see ad p22) 26-28 Rodders Beach Festival, Orewa. More than 400 hot rods expected. Info: hibiscusrodders.co.nz 27&28 Market in the Matakana Hall, 10am-2pm 26-Feb 6 Sharing the Stage outdoor exhibition, Ranfurly Hall, Kaipara Flats (see story p8, Trades & Services section ) 27 A-Choired Taste will perform at Christ Church, Church Hill, Warkworth, 7.30pm. Tickets at the door. Adults $20, seniors $15, children free 27 Warkworth A&P Show, Warkworth Showgrounds. Info: warkworthaandpshow.com (see feature pg33-38 ) 27 Mahurangi Regatta, starting from Sullivan’s Bay, Mahurangi West (see story p40) 28 Puhoi Village Market plus car boot sale and suitcase sale. Info: puhoivillagemarket@gmail.com 29 Lonely Heartstrings, American bluegrass quintet, Whangateau Hall, 7pm (see story p45) 19

February Warkworth District High School Classes of 1958 Reunion.

Info: Dave Parker, dh.parker@xtra.co.nz or 0274 849 935 3&10 Moveable Feast Matakana, Matakana Market Creamery, 5pm9pm 3 Leigh School Summer Festival, Leigh School, free entry. Info: caroline.haggitt@gmail.com (see ad p44) 5 Bingo, Old Masonic Hall Warkworth, 7pm. Fundraiser for Warkworth Museum.

8 Warkworth Music annual meeting, Summerset Retirement Village, 7.30pm 10&11 Market in the Matakana Hall, 10am-2pm 17 Music in the Gardens, Kawau Island (see ad and story p41) 18 Leigh Composting Workshop, Leigh Hall. A hands-on course, 1pm-3pm. Admission free. Book online: compostcollective.org.nz 18 Take a Kid Fishing, Warkworth Lions annual event (see story & ad p42) 18 Waipu River Raft Race, cash prizes, lots of fun (see brief p40) 19 The Air Force on Tour, public concert by the RNZAF Band at Mahurangi College Hall, 7pm. Tickets: $30 Adults, $27 Seniors, $5 Children. Door sales only, EFTPOS available.

24 Auckland Opera Studio’s annual picnic in Omaha, featuring The Shades, 5.30pm start (see ad this page) 24&25 Market in the Matakana Hall, 10am-2pm 25 Wellsford Lions Roaring Truck Show, from 10am (see brief p40) 3&4

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Fun under a Mahurangi sun Relaxation or exhaustion, who cares! There’s more than one way to float your kayak down the Puhoi River.

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Full 2 bedroom birthing and post natal care facility with your own LMC & Registered Nurses 24/7 in attendance. Birthing pool, *FREE baby car seat with admission.

Matakana 74 Matakana Valley Road 09 422 7737

Paparoa 1877 Paparoa Valley Road 09 431 7222

218 Rodney St, Wellsford Health Centre, Wellsford • Enquiries Admin 09 423 8745

PHONE 09 423 8086 FOR 24/7 AFTER HOURS URGENT SERVICE