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Tomarata bore water allocation upsets nearby landholders Waitapu Farms has been granted consent to take an additional 65,000 cubic metres (m3) of water from a bore on the Tomarata Waitemata aquifer.

About 30 people at a public meeting increases this to 200,000 cm. in the Forestry Reserve Hall on Tonkin and Taylor representative November 30 called for a last-minute Gerard Bird, who helped prepare suspension on the consent so “the a report for Waitapu Farms on the matter could be properly assessed”. groundwater take, told the Tomarata Their concern centred on the impact meeting that the Tomarata aquifer the additional take would have on had an estimated capacity of between wells in the same aquifer.

700,000 to 800,000 m3 a year. The But Rodney Cr Penny Webster says former Auckland Regional Council that “unfortunately”, the request came had deemed that of this capacity, too late in the process. about 630,000 m3 was available for Currently, nearly 400,000 “All we could do was to add more extraction.

3 m was allocated to consented and nonconditions and a more rigorous consented use, leaving an unallocated monitoring regime,” she says. continued page 53 “It’s also been suggested that a monitoring bore be set-up on the neighbouring farm owned by Brian this issue Mason and I have asked the officers to Summer entertainment look into the situation at the school.” pages 29 to 43 Waitapu Farms Ltd, owned by Greg Partington and Mark Roland, sought Woodchopping Carnival the increase in water to meet irrigation pages 34 & 35 demands over a 52-hectare area. They already had consent to take 135,000 Warkworth Rodeo m3 annually, but the new consent pages 36 & 37

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Sawblade building sold The former Irwin factory in Wellsford has been sold to an Auckland businessman, who wishes to remain anonymous, for an undisclosed figure.

However, it has been confirmed that redeveloped into a retail centre. A new the premises have already been let to road linking Port Albert and Worker four tenants. One of the first to move in Roads will be cut through the property was AB Industries, which manufactures “within the next couple of weeks”. industrial white metal bearings and re- Phill, and son Steve, who owns the conditions heavy diesel engines. major chunk of the family firm, says It has moved part of its operations into the former Irwin building is the ideal the main factory building, with the place to relocate their business. engine reconditioning section of its Other tenants include Accent Group, business about to occupy the former which makes commercial furniture, administration building and adjoining who are relocating from Maungaturoto, heat treatment block, further along Alan Stewart’s accountancy firm and Elite Business Support.

Hood St. AB Industries owner Phill Wallace “I also know of a couple of businesses says his former premises in Worker in the pipeline hoping to relocate from Rd, which is zoned commercial, has Whangarei,” Phill says. been sold to an Auckland developer. Phill moved to Wellsford in 1972 and He understands it will eventually be set up AB Industries, which employs 25.

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The preliminary findings of three visitor surveys, which are collecting data on the Mahurangi region between Puhoi and Pakiri, will be released at a meeting in early February. The web-based surveys are seeking responses from visitors, the community and businesses.

The project is lead by the NZ Tourism Research Unit, based at AUT, under the auspices of a steering committee comprising local tourism and business stakeholders, and Auckland Council.

The results will help shape a regional tourism plan aimed at enhancing both the community and visitor experience, developing product, and growing returns and market reach.

The development of a collaborative tourism structure is also a goal.

However, NZTRI senior research officer Carolyn Deuchar says there will be other spin-offs as well.

“If the results identify the need for additional infrastructure, the statistics will give substance to submissions for funding,” she says.

The Puhoi to Pakiri project is one of four being undertaken by NZTRI nationally.

Carolyn says the surveys often throw up unexpected results.

“While most people recognise that the area’s recreational activities are a big attraction, the data may pinpoint specific points of interest and the level of interest in perhaps lesser-recognised attractions. The data will also give us a much better understanding of who the visitors are and why they are here.”

Carolyn says the survey is receiving tremendous support from the local tourism industry, and the community in general.

“We would encourage anyone who has visitors staying with them over the holidays to refer them to the survey.

We are trying to capture comments as soon after their visit as possible.

“We originally talked of closing off the community and business surveys in September, but the steering committee has decided to let them run through the holiday period so that everyone has the opportunity to have input.”

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Motorway drives wedge of uncertainty into Wellford Landholders around Wellsford are calling on the NZ Transport Agency to speed-up the release of their final plans for the motorway north of Warkworth.

One farmer said that uncertainty was go through Wayby Valley Road, and to the east of Rustybrook Rd, and on “hampering on-farm development” up water tower hill, into Worthington. for those east of the town.

With this routing, there are a lot of “No-one wants to spend money, in homes in Matheson Road which need case their property’s in the firing line,” to be taken into consideration and the he said. town’s water supply system as well.

An NZTA spokesperson says residents “Where the road continues from there may have to wait until mid-to-late I think hinges on where they bring next year for an answer to the question it out in Te Hana, whether it’s to the ‘where will the motorway go?’ south or north of town. There are “The plan was always that the new issues with crossing the railway line, highway would rejoin the existing and the need to build both a road SH1 north of Wellsford,” she says. and rail bridge. Following the existing “However, we had a lot of feedback in railway line would seem logical, phase one consultation saying that we but I’ve been given no indication of needed to bypass Te Hana as well so all whether this might happen at this options are currently being considered. stage or indeed of any details.”

This is part of the investigation we are undertaking.”

Farmer and contractor Steve Levet fears that his 60 hectare farm could be Warkworth meet split in two by the road and says that Cameron Shepherd at the milking shed on his family farm at Te Hana. His father the delay is frustrating and upsetting has spent $2 million on upgrading farm buildings over the last two years, which The Rodney Local Board will hold its could cut in two by the Puhoi-Wellsford highway. first meeting next year in Warkworth. for the whole community.

The meeting on February 14 will start “We just want to be put out of our larger farm devoted to dairying. They wouldn’t be so bad, but wherever the at 2pm and will be chaired by deputy misery,” he says. “There’s a lot of created a new centre for the farm, road goes, it’ll affect productivity. chairperson Steven Garner. The guessing going on, which isn’t helpful including a new milking shed. If the “I feel sorry for people who have agenda will include a forum, which for those of us wanting to get on with road goes through their property it bought lifestyle blocks nearby recently, is an opportunity for members of the our lives. It’s a case of where are the men will carve right through the middle of some of whom are now trying to sell, public to raise issues. A venue will be in fluoro jackets going to turn up next these improvements. because even if their land’s not affected, announced closer to the date. and what new plan they are hatching.” “I’m trying not to think about it, and just they will see and hear the road.”

Steve would expect to lose about one- get on with things, but the uncertainty is Former Rodney Councillor Grahame Court costs third of his farm if the road went always there, hanging over us.”

Powell’s property, which lies between Omaha Beach Community Inc will through.

He’d like to see the highway end at SH1 and the North Auckland railway provide members with a full report “I’d like to see a decision made to end Warkworth, and the road through the line, is one that could be affected by on costs associated with the Omaha the road at Warkworth, and then a by- Dome upgraded to four lanes. the highway extension, but he says he Park Environment Court hearing at pass for Wellsford.”

“I’m just hoping that NZTA has is not concerned over NZTA’s delay in the annual meeting on January 3.

Barrister Richard Brabant told the Farmer Paul Shepherd never gave a seen sense and that this is what will defining a route. thought to the new highway having eventually happen. There’s no point “But I do have concerns for other annual forum, held last month, that a an impact on his 200-hectare farm losing any more sleep over it.” property owners who are anxious for a claim for costs had been lodged with when he spent more than $2 million Paul’s son Cameron points out that decision. It’s the uncertainty which is the court. This was for around $70,000 to $80,000 for images and plans, which upgrading farm buildings. the family has between on the farm affecting them,” he said. were subsequently adopted by Omaha “The expectation was for the route to for more than 100 years.

“As long as I get value for my property Park. However, resident Mark Ching, go to the west of town; the proposal “I’ve got sons who’ll be the fourth then I’m not too worried. However, whose family trust was also party to to go east came out of the blue and generation,” he says. “We want to carry I do think it would make sense for the proceedings, has lodged a claim for it never entered our minds when on here; even if we were adequately the route to follow existing property a general award of costs. Mr Brabant planning improvements to our farm,” compensated, that’s not the point. boundaries and roads as far as possible. said costs were not normally awarded he said.

This is where we want to be. If they No-one wants to lose land. in plan change appeals. However, if one The Shepherds amalgamated their put the road on the other side of the “My gut feeling is that the road will party was awarded costs, then it would sheep and dairy properties into one railway line (between it and SH1) that come through the Dome to the west, follow that all parties would be entitled.

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Furry, fluffy and feathery friends funded Matakana resident Nick Meister isn’t chicken about collecting for animals this Christmas. In fact, he’s looking for some hot chicks to join him!

Nick, 19, will be strutting the streets of Warkworth and Matakana as he raises funds for one of New Zealand’s leading animal charities on December 17 and 18. He’ll be among more than 1000 people nationwide who are expected to volunteer a few hours for SAFE’s annual appeal.

SAFE executive director Anthony Terry says donations collected from the appeal will help SAFE to carry on helping animals next year.

“SAFE’s Christmas appeal is our most vital fundraising event,” Anthony says.

“Without the public’s help at this time of year, we cannot continue to effectively advocate for animals in the future.”

Local appeal organiser Rosalind Le Bas Walker says this is a good chance for animal lovers to get together for a great cause.

“People can bring their dogs along too and we’ll have a most enjoyable few hours chatting with other like-minded animal lovers from the local area.”

SAFE’s campaign against factory farming last year caught the public’s Something to crow about – Matakana’s Nick Meister, 19, pictured with former attention and thrust SAFE and farming battery hen Peggy and Hungarian Vizsla Boris, will be donning his rooster suit practises into the media spotlight and to help animals this Friday and Saturday. Photo, Rosalind Le Bas Walker, Merry political arena. Since then, thousands Matakana Mountain Hens. of New Zealanders have rallied behind you can register online at www.safe.

SAFE as it continues to expose and and scientific research. challenge the conditions animals SAFE is hoping that this year’s appeal org.nz, call 0800 SAVE US or the Matakana/Warkworth organiser are forced to endure in farming and will raise a record total of $350,000. other industries, such as entertainment To volunteer for the SAFE collection, Rosalind Le Bas Walker on 422 9927.

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Far from bored One person who will be looking for a rest over the holiday period will be newly-elected Local Board member Tracey Martin. At a meeting at Omaha last month, she said that in the first 25 days since taking office, she had attended 33 community meetings.

Swan Lake You may not think of Auckland Council as a graceful swan, swimming on the still waters of a lake, but that is exactly the analogy drawn by Gill Plume, one of the Council’s economic development advisers, at a recent meeting in Orewa. “Auckland Council may look like a swan gliding smoothly along, but in reality its 8200 staff are all paddling furiously underneath,” Gill said.

Tinsel down We hear a Warkworth store’s enthusiasm to start promoting Christmas goodies at the start of last month got a cold reception from customers. The shop owners felt compelled to remove the cardboard Santas, fake snow and tinsel because of complaints from customers.

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Mahurangi Matters wishes all readers a very Merry Christmas.

Christmas office hours The Mahurangi Matters office will close for Christmas at the end of business on Thursday December 23; re-opening at 8.30am on Wednesday, January 5.

Phone and email messages will be checked periodically throughout this period. For any urgent matters, particularly any news enquiries, call Jannette on 021 263 4423.

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Ed Martinez, who had arrived in Auckland the night before from Michigan, was stretching his legs before heading for the Bay of Islands. “It was minus seven when I left home so I’m just takin’ in a bit of sun,” he said. This is Ed’s second visit to NZ and he is planning to spend three months hitchhiking and touring. “I work for half the year and travel for the other half. I don’t actually busk but when I practise, I leave the lid of my case up in case anyone’s feeling generous. So far its paid for 16 percent of the cost of buying the flute.”

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Tiny world travellers visit Omaha Reserve Forest visitors asked to help protect kauri For little birds, godwits certainly get around.

A banded bird that landed on the With so many locals and visitors Omaha Spit recently was identified as enjoying the beach, the trust is having been tagged at Mann’s Beach, reminding everyone how they can Corner Inlet in Victoria, on February help: 10, this year. yy No dogs, horses, vehicles, bonfires on the Omaha Spit Reserve at any A spokesperson for the Omaha time Shorebird Protection Trust says it would seem, therefore, that not only yy Keep cats away from the spit and indoors at night do the godwits fly here from Alaska for summer, they also visit Australia. yy Keep away from the fenced off areas where the birds are nesting Trapping and monitoring coordinator Marie Ward says over the summer the yy Move away if birds are showing endangered NZ dotterel are breeding, signs of agitation and ground nesting adults are very yy Walk below the high tide mark vulnerable to predators such as cats, The trust is currently raising funds dogs, stoats, rats, and to human to build a predator proof fence and disturbance. for trapping, bird monitoring and “There are many other shorebirds education. They are about 60 percent including godwits and NZ variable of the way there. To help with their oystercatchers in this rare and work, or make a tax deductible special place that need our care and donation, email info@omahashorebirds. protection,” she says. co.nz or visit omahashorebirds.co.nz

The Omaha Shorebird Protection Trust has produced a brochure (right) highlighting the importance of Omaha Spit as a breeding site for the NZ dotterel and the variable oystercatcher. The new brochure includes an invitation to become a Friend of Omaha Shorebirds.

Ocean weather patterns put pressure on seabirds Some major oceanic changes this year are affecting a range of seabirds, according to Department of Conservation seabird scientist Graeme Taylor.

The overall driver is the La Nina climate pattern which is having its biggest event since 1975. La Nina brings cool water from the Humbolt current off South Amercia up to the equator and pushes this relatively colder water along the equator, reversing the equatorial counter current.

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“The problems I’ve seen so far are lots of very small runty chicks in the greyfaced petrel nests at Bethells Beach in the past 10 days, delayed breeding and partners being late to return to incubate in sooty and flesh-footed shearwaters, die offs of blue penguin fledgings on northern beaches starting to show up and now the gannets struggling to feed their chicks.

“Basically it’s a natural event. The seabirds are going to have a bad year in 2010/11 but they had an excellent year in 2009/10 so they will cope.”

Everyone heading out to enjoy the bush this summer is being asked to do their bit to help stop the spread of kauri dieback, a disease attacking kauri trees. Kauri dieback management programme spokesperson John Sanson says the disease is spread by soil movement and there are simple things people can do to help prevent it.

“Always stick to defined tracks in parks and reserves and keep off kauri tree roots,” he says. “Before entering or leaving areas of kauri forest, clean footwear, tyres and any equipment that comes into contact with soil.

“This is especially important for people moving between areas of kauri forest as there are some areas that aren’t showing signs of the disease and we want to keep it that way.”

Signs have been erected in parks and on tracks across the natural range of kauri reminding visitors to always stay on track and keep gear clean.

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A rare yellow puriri moth was discovered by Leigh resident Lance Michell on his doorstep last month.

The puriri is NZ’s largest moth and only found in the North Island.

Mr Michell said he had seen plenty of green and khaki coloured puriri moths, but never a yellow one.

“The body under its second set of wings was iridescent orange,” he said.

“It was very beautiful.”

The moth was sent to the Department of Conservation, which in turn sent the specimen to a collection held by the Ministry of Agricultural and Forestry.

DOC technical support officer and entomologist Dr Chris Green said that in more than 20 years with DOC he had only seen the yellow moth a couple of times. The intensity of colour and wing patterning is very variable with the occasional occurrence of bright-yellow, and even rarer are the brick-red, almost scarlet, and even albino specimens.

Female puriri moths only live for Kaka are known to tear away wood in around five days, just long enough to search of the caterpillars and moreporks spread their eggs through the forest. capture the moths on the wing.

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Water conservation promoted Baylys Beach residents are being asked to conserve water as continuing dry weather hits the town’s supply. With little or no rain in the supply’s catchments during the past few weeks, combined with high usage, more water is being drawn from Dargaville’s reservoir than is coming in. Suggested ways of saving water include not using garden sprinklers or filling swimming pools, using hoses to an absolute minimum, avoiding washing vehicles and checking that taps are not dripping. Info: Kaipara District Council on 09 439 7059 or 0800 727 059.

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Rose contests Rodney seat A well-known face in local politics is returning to the political fray to contest the seat of Rodney in next year’s general election.

Former Auckland Regional Councillor and Rodney District Councillor Christine Rose has won the Labour nomination in a seat that has been a National stronghold at least since Thomas Webb won it in 1946.

The current incumbent Lockwood Smith entered Parliament in 1984 representing Kaipara and then Rodney from 1996 onwards.

Christine Rose is known for her advocacy of sustainable transport and environmental protection. She supports Labour’s overall record in office, including environmental initiatives such as marine protection and expansion of Christine Rose the National Parks network.

Christine says issues such as funding seen under the National Government cuts in early childhood education have had a serious impact on Rodney are particularly hurtful to the residents, young and old. increasing number of young families Meanwhile, the National Party will call in Rodney, while youth working for nominations early next year to fill conditions, unemployment, reduced the seat left vacant by Lockwood Smith, apprenticeship training opportunities, who is standing as a National Party list limited health care services and the candidate. National expects to announce withdrawal of other social services its candidate at the end of February.

Puhoi boardwalk progress A separate incorporated society will be set up to manage the Puhoi Wharf boardwalk project. This was decided at the Puhoi Forum meeting held this month. Resident Larry Mitchell confirmed that he had five members enlisted on the society at present and was seeking a further 10. Plans were now underway to generate greater community support and seek wider funding.

The goal was to complete the boardwalk in time for Puhoi’s 150th anniversary celebrations in June 2013. A $500 grant towards the project is being held in trust by Auckland Council and Larry says Puhoi Valley Cheese has also promised support.

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Incidents of ramp rage have been occurring at Omaha.

Summer of congestion at ramp Residents of Omaha are hoping better line marking in the boat ramp car park will improve use of the area this year.

Omaha Beach Community president Graham Painter says that while better delineated parking may help in the short-term, Auckland Council needed to find long-term solutions.

“Clearly there are precedents where residents are given priority to their local boat ramp, but this has to be administered,” he says. “There is no easy fix.”

Honorary harbourmaster Jocelyn Cargill says the “chaos” around the ramp over summer is getting worse every year, with boaties coming from as far away as Auckland and Whangarei.

“We’ve got such good access to the barrier and Kawau Island,” she says.

“They park, sometimes for days on end, along Omaha Drive on both

sides of the road.”

Mrs Cargill says incidents of ‘ramp rage’ had occurred and it was not uncommon to find people launching from the beach when the ramp was busy.

“A lot of them drive their boats or jet skis on to their trailers, leaving behind massive holes on the beach. The facilities we’ve got just don’t cater for the holiday crowds.”

Meanwhile, deputy Auckland harbourmaster – north Rodney, David Thatcher said anyone who had concerns about any boating practises on the water over summer should report them.

“By monitoring the complaints, we know where the needs are,” he said.

Complaints can be lodged with Council on 09 301 0101 (toll free number) or for emergency and after hours calls, phone 09 362 0397.

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It has been an interesting first month of the new Rodney Local Board. The perception that Rodney was going to be a challenging area to represent is being borne out as the sheer size and geographical variance of Rodney is daunting.

In the Warkworth and greater Warkworth area we have a wealth of motivated, positive, caring and active people representing an abundance of ratepayer and other groups. It has been a pleasure to meet some of them and I am looking forward to meeting more of you in 2011 and beyond.

The structure of the new Super City has the potential to work extremely well and, provided we can continue on the track we have started down, this will be an outstanding success. During this month some of the issues raised have included water and wastewater, roads, emergency and rural fire services, economic development, libraries, and the list goes on. It has been heartening to see how capable the people are that we have working “behind the scenes”.

There is considerable discussion at present around the proposed SH1 extension.

This is a “road of national importance” and although the next stage will terminate at Warkworth it is not a road for Warkworth, it is a road for the North. It is a concern that the residential and business growth for Warkworth has been centred around the southern end of Warkworth; McKinney Road, Pulham Road for residential, and Glenmore Drive and Morrison Drive for commerce, but the proposed access to our town is simply the termination point of the extension well north of these areas. Future extension through the Dome Valley will likely continue to the west of the existing state highway and when this stage is completed, Warkworth will have been reshaped by another short term and possibly short-sighted fix. It is important for our area that development is not disjointed and that we do what we can to consolidate the existing amenities and zonings. There is very limited additional retail space available in the town centre and this cannot be changed. There is significant under-developed space on Morrison Drive and off Woodcocks Road which is designated commercial.

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Sports clubs call for multi-purpose facility Stormwater row A case for a multi-purpose sports and events facility in Warkworth was put to the Rodney Local Board at its inaugural meeting, held in Orewa on December 8.

Mahurangi Recreation and Sport Collective chair Ruth Mills and secretary Bridget Farmiloe outlined efforts to date to unite sports and recreation interests in the area.

The 25-year vision they described included an indoor stadium, capable of accommodating a range of sports, as well as entertainment and events; sports fields and an aquatic centre.

Short-listed sites were the Warkworth Showgrounds, Goodall Reserve and Dawson Road school reserve.

“A lot of work has been done by volunteers and we now need Council to undertake community consultation and put some funding into a proper Joanne Armstrong, of Snells Beach, answering questions from Rodney local feasibility study,” they said. board members at the first public forum.

A variety of issues were raised at the and Mark Illingworth spoke about The non-complying application was board’s first public forum, which ran utilising fill from the Hill Street refused by Rodney District Council well over time. intersection upgrade to improve last year but has since been appealed Waimauku tennis and bowls interests sports fields at Shoesmith Domain. to the Environment Court. were looking for new land tenure His brother Brett put the case for Society chair Caitlin Metz said it was arrangements on their recreation long overdue improvements to the crucial that Auckland Council defend reserve, Joanne Armstrong asked hockey turf, including a revision of the Rodney’s decision. for a review of the Goodall Reserve showground plan layout. Utilisation Management Plan specifically to of the Atlas site for parking was seen “We are fearful that following the look at the possibility of locating the as pivotal for better use of the grounds Council transition, a balanced view will not be presented to the Regulatory croquet club beside the bowls club, generally.

Committee,” she said. and Danielle Hancock asked that The Wainui Environmental Protection Rodney adopt the Trees for Babies Society gave an impassioned plea The committee is due to make a Project, which has been such a for Council not to back down on its decision at its meeting on December success in Waitakere. Puhoi residents opposition to a “huge” Wainui cleanfill 16.

Alex Parton and Trevor Sampson project proposed by Kahikatea Land “We are asking the board’s support in reiterated the case for a Puhoi access Ltd, owned by Craig Beecroft and lobbying members of the Regulatory off the proposed new state highway Warren Dryden.

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The Omaha Beach Community Inc has been asked to investigate the legalities of residents withholding payment of stormwater charges.

OBC president Graham Painter said ratepayers of Omaha contribute $450,000 annually for stormwater services they did not receive. He said Council had conceded that it had spent around $22,000 over the last eight years.

At the annual forum, held last month, residents were told that a discussion paper had been sent to the new Auckland Council.

“This has been a long and complicated battle,” Mr Painter said. “Council has made three attempts to justify their charges, but not once did their arguments stack up.”

There were calls at the forum for a boycott of the charges.

“We can take some legal advice on how strong we can be, but any boycott will result in us being sued,” Mr Painter said.

OBC secretary Judy O’Callahan said the charge was meant to be user-pays, based on 75 percent of the meter reading.

“But because we don’t have meters, they use an average. While this is advantageous for a some, it is a disadvantage for most residents.”

Concerns about the capacity of the existing stormwater network were also raised. Mr Painter said that surface flooding was occurring along Mangatawhiri Road because there had been no proper maintenance.

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Opportunity knocks for local businesses Auckland Council’s “go-to girls” for local businesses were introduced at a Development Trust in Orewa this month.

Representatives of business from part of business networking by throughout Albany and Rodney Council, offering businesses “strength Wards attended the meeting in hopes in numbers”, and that an overarching of finding out how Auckland Council policy about BIDs was likely to be can help them. Council economic forthcoming. development adviser Gill Plume “Our role is to help business groups introduced herself and Claire Siddens grow into proactive, sustainable as “your new best buddies” – a point organisations that take advantage of of contact responsible for building all the opportunities that Auckland business networks. She said making Council provides.”

Auckland “the powerhouse of NZ” She said the business advantages of was top of Auckland Council’s agenda, being part of a bigger Council entity and therefore economic development include being able to network with was its top priority. businesses in other areas, and find “This means many opportunities for out about best practice and how local businesses in future,” Gill said. others solve problems. She said BIDS Gill, who has worked with both the such as Destination Orewa Beach former North Shore City and Rodney and Takapuna were already working District Councils, has responsibility together where possible. for Business Associations and Business “Business has had a mixed, or poor, Improvement Districts (BIDs). She experience of local government in many said BIDs are considered an important cases, but this is about to improve.”

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Briefs Online tax reminder People are being reminded of the tax obligations for selling online with the Christmas and holiday trading season underway. Inland Revenue group manager assurance Martin Scott says people regularly selling online may in fact be in business and should be declaring those sales for income tax purposes. Anyone with a turnover of more than $60,000 a year should also be registering for GST. Mr Scott said Inland Revenue gets regular data from online sites and has been able to identify people running businesses. Mr Scott said people who may not have included online trading income in their tax returns are advised to make a voluntary disclosure as it can considerably reduce penalties and interest. Info: www.ird. govt.nz/ecommerce-tax Read our latest issue online at www.localmatters.co.nz

Auckland Council’s resource consent processes up for review Among the issues facing Auckland Council is whether to review the policy on what resource consent information should be made publicly available.

Currently, only notified consent applications are posted on Auckland Council’s website, and all consents, including non-notified applications, are listed as they come in on the websites of former Councils, including that of the former Rodney District Council.

An Auckland Council spokesperson

says this policy of listing non-notified consents will continue “for a while yet”. The spokesperson says Council is still working through what the process will be going forward.

There is no legal requirement for all consents to be made public, and this has been done at the discretion of the local authority.

On the Hibiscus Coast there are numerous examples of residents being alerted to consents they would have

otherwise have been unaware of via this listing.

The most recent example is a current application by Kensington Park Holdings to build apartments taller than allowed under the District Plan.

Public interest in this application has led to a decision on notification being put before independent commissioners, rather than Council staff.

Auckland Council’s resource consents manager Heather Harris says Council

must publicly notify an application if the activity will have, or is likely to have, adverse effects on the environment that are more than minor. The applicant can also request public notification and some regional or district plan rules require public notification.

The final decision on notification generally rests with Council’s senior planning officers. The percentage of applications that are notified is generally less than five percent.

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On the morning of 12 February, 1894, Johnnie Clarke and Joe Bowmar, both aged in their 20s, were working in the back area of Pukekororo Bush, north of Kaiwaka, on improvements to the entrance to the 300 yard chute used for sending logs down the slope. This task had taken the two mates two days of hard toil.

Billy Booth and another John Clarke (Uncle of Johnnie, but not much older) were crosscutting two big logs at a jam on the earth track at the bottom of the wooden chute. Billy, at 26 years, was the foreman of the gang of four. They intended being clear of the chute before Joe and Johnnie had completed their task above.

Well before mid-morning the latter pair had completed their work which included a more gentle bend on the chute approach and decided to have a test approach and entry. A large log – 25ft long x 3ft diameter and approximately 1800 super foot – was available behind them so with timber jacks they manoeuvred it into position at the chute entrance. Their recent work had made it much easier, too easy in fact, and it moved forward by itself a little, the nose dipped down, the tail came up, it beat them – it was away.

As they watched it speed away they called out the mandatory and customary ‘look out below’. They remembered that John and Billy were crosscutting a log well clear of the chute on a sidling. However, John’s prized saw had jammed on the third log and as they hesitated they heard the warning. “Let’s go”, yelled Billy but John wanted his saw. They reversed positions, freed the saw, dropped it and ran. The log hit Billy and as he lay on the ground John leaned over him. His last words were “Help me John”, then nothing. The pupils became dilated, the eyes staring and unseeing. A stretcher was made from a tent fly and some bags, and he was carried to an empty shanty.

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The survey revealed that 52 percent of adolescents were taught by their dads and 29 percent by their mums. Only 14 percent felt their mums were the best teachers. The survey also found that 26 percent of learner drivers felt it took up to 12 months to feel like a confident driver.

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Members of the Kiribati community are getting some free financial advice from ANZ and the Warkworth/Wellsford Budget Service.

About 20 new migrants attended the permanent and 20 seasonal workers inaugural financial tips session in from Kiribati, is hosting the sessions.

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ANZ northern regional manager The session was the first of seven Penny Burgess said the bank’s planned over the next three months Warkworth staff had identified several to help ease the transition to New of its customers from Kiribati who Zealand for the new migrants. Topics were facing financial difficulties. will cover budgeting, hire purchase, “We approached community leaders, KiwiSaver, savings, credit cards and who were also concerned about insurance. new migrants arriving with little Local employer, Southern Paprika, financial knowledge and getting into which employs an estimated 70 difficulties,” Ms Burgess said.

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The background and landscape is Brain says it is a mammoth task his home. making sure everything works.

“Christmas is a magical time and I get made out of polystyrene, fake snow, “I’m forever going out and fixing pleasure out of what I do, and being paint and glitter. lights,” he says. “They get tossed able to spread a bit of Christmas joy.” “I used to build model railways and around in the wind and if one bulb As well as the light decorations, Brian this requires the same level of detail.” goes the whole string goes out.” also creates a model Christmas village Brian had a special guest turn on the This Christmas will mark the fifth using imported decorations from the lights on December 12. Last year year that Brian has been decorating US, which takes days to put together. Darth Vader made an appearance.

Late night shopping comes to town Wellsford shops will open late for Christmas shopping on December 16 and 23, with gift vouchers up for grabs. Anyone who makes a purchase on one of the two nights will go into the draw to win two vouchers, one worth $100 and one for $50.

The Wellsford Promotions Group is hoping that Santa and his sleigh will put in an appearance. Group chair Nancy Molloy says the late night will benefit those people who don’t get time to shop during normal business hours. She says there will be fun competitions for children and a “big shopping mall” atmosphere in town. Participating shops will open until 8pm.

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For the second year running, the firemen of Wellsford took out the Best Float Award in the Wellsford Santa Parade.

Crowds of onlookers lined the town’s main street to watch the procession which included a diversity of floats.

The parade stretched about a kilometre, with the first float half way down the main road before the final one – Santa’s sleigh – left the assembly point in Station Road.

Robert Tod, from Wellsford’s Promotions, said the large number of children taking part made this year’s parade “the best ever”. The promotions group has made some major improvements to the event over the year, upgrading Santa’s float and providing him with a smart new suit, and adding two new trophies to the prize list.

Judges Grahame Powell and Janice Playdell had a tough job allocating awards. Wellsford Fire Brigade took out the Best Float Award for the second year. Quik Auto won the business trophy. Results: Children’s section – Tapora School 1; Wellsford School 2; Wellsford Kindergarten 3.

Community – Wellsford Fire Brigade 1; Albertlanders 2; Bluelight 3.

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The caller claims that Microsoft has had a report from their ISP of “serious virus problems” from your computer. After predicting the end of the world if the problem is not solved, the caller asks the user to open a program called ‘Windows Event Viewer’. Of course it lists errors, some labelled ‘critical’ which causes most people to make the fatal mistake of trusting the caller. The computer owner is directed to a website and told to download a program that hands over remote control of the computer, and the caller ‘installs’ various ‘fixes’ for the problem. You are told not to switch off the computer for two hours.

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Those going away over the Christmas and New Year holiday period are reminded to make sure they have made adequate care arrangements for their animals.

The SPCA is traditionally overwhelmed with cases of animal neglect during the festive season.

Numerous callouts are made mostly for dogs that are left in cars or chained up for days, even weeks, with little water, food and shelter.

Auckland SPCA executive director Bob Kerridge says there are ways owners can ensure their pets will be safe whilst they are on holiday.

“It’s very important to have pets identified with either a tag on the collar stating the dogs name, owner’s “Check out what the owner/workers name, address and number or have are like, are they caring and kind, and your pets micro-chipped, especially do you trust them.” cats,” he says.

“Although leaving an animal at home Mr Kerridge says leaving pets at a in the care of a neighbour may be reputable cattery or kennel is fine, but convenient and less expensive than inspect the property for cleanliness a boarding facility, again this person and security first. needs to be trustworthy.”

Christmas thieves nabbed Police have arrested three offenders who stole Christmas presents, alcohol and food from three Mangawhai properties last week. Neighbours called police after noticing a suspicious-looking vehicle, said Sgt Kellie Bissett, of Wellsford Police. Con. Hugo Du Plessis, from Mangawhai Police, responded quickly with back-up from Wellsford. The offenders, two from Wellsford and one from Kaiwaka, were known to police. The three face burglary charges after police discovered their vehicle’s boot was full of stolen goods. “The goods are being returned to their owners, so their Christmas won’t be spoilt.”

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Matakana School student Charlie Budgen was principal of his school for a day last month. He won the role as a prize in an auction held by the school. As principal, Charlie declared a mufti day would be held with students making a gold coin donation. Students were also asked to wear blue as Charlie decided the proceeds of the mufti day would go to the SPCA Warkworth Supporters Group. A total of $243 was raised which will benefit animal welfare in the Warkworth area. Pictured, from left, are Matakana principal Darrel Goosen and acting student principal Charlie Budgen hand over donations raised on mufti day to Warkworth SPCA Supporters Group treasurer Ken Winter.

Texting emergencies Registered deaf and hearing impaired people can now text 111 if they have an emergency. Police receive and respond to emergency texts on behalf of the New Zealand Fire Service and ambulance services. If it is a medical or fire emergency, Police pass details to the fire service or ambulance communications centres for dispatch. The registration-based text service was launched at the Northern Police Communications Centre by Police Minister Judith Collins.

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Students undertake friendship ride for polio Advice is to ease Victoria University students Oliver Macindoe and Xaver Hausner have taken on a cycle challenge of 3358kms in the fight against polio.

The duo began the ‘Journey of Hope’ last month departing from Cape Reinga on November 24.

They will follow a precise schedule cycling down the North Island’s east coast and the South Island’s west coast, arriving in Bluff on January 16.

Oliver is training to become a teacher while Xavier is a German exchange student who has been studying law after receiving a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship.

After the ride Xaver is going back to Germany to finish his studies.

“That’s part of the reason why we decided to do the ride,” Xaver says.

“It’s a way to say thanks to Rotary and raise money for their charity.”

Both are keen cyclists. Oliver has ridden in triathlons and duathlons, Oliver Macindoe (left) and Xaver Hausner on their way to visit Oliver’s mum in and Xavier has done almost every Whangaparaoa for a home cooked meal. The pair stopped by the Mahurangi route the Tour de France follows in the Matters office in Warkworth for a chat and cup of coffee.

Alps. The pair have been friends for six years after Oliver went on a German hours a day. They say they have learnt 20 years, Rotary has led the private to travel smart but light. sector in the global effort to rid the exchange and stayed with Xaver. world of this crippling disease. Today, Funds raised already total more than “We had talked bout cycling around PolioPlus and its role in the initiative New Zealand for years so when this $10,000. opportunity came up we had to do it,” PolioPlus, the most ambitious program is recognized worldwide as a model of Oliver says. in Rotary’s history, is the volunteer arm public-private cooperation in pursuit The pair are travelling without a of the global partnership dedicated of a humanitarian goal. support crew, clocking up five to six to eradicating polio. For more than Info: www.polio.org.nz

up on alcohol

Keep the Christmas cheers ‘cheerful’ is the message the Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand and ACC have for those attending workplace Christmas functions.

Chief executive Gerard Vaughan says Christmas is a time for celebration but don’t make alcohol and getting drunk the focus of the celebrations.

“Christmas parties used to be considered legendary for stories about people doing harm to themselves and others,” he says.

“However, many workplaces are now taking steps to encourage their staff to ease up on the drink and reduce the harm caused by excess drinking.

“We are seeing a trend away from alcohol-focused workplace parties to more team and family activities for Christmas celebrations. Family picnics, team activities such as treasure hunts or quiz nights, or visiting local attractions are all becoming more popular for workplaces at this time of the year. Some are holding completely alcohol-free family events.”

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A total of 16 people took part in a St John CPR course held in Warkworth. The two-hour session was conducted by Andrew Graham, of Auckland. The sessions are held about twice a year, depending on demand. Anyone interested in listing their name for the next session should contact Alan Boniface on 425 6696.

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St John celebrated International Volunteers Day this month by thanking more than 8000 volunteers and acknowledging the countless hours they contribute to the community.

The service also celebrated the day by announcing the St John Honours List.

Among the recipients was Joy Boniface, of Warkworth, who was promoted to be an Officer of St John and Andrew Graham, of Wellsford who became a Member of St John.

Chief executive Jaimes Wood said St John people made an incredible contribution to saving lives and improving the health and well-being of hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders every year.

“Without volunteers St John would struggle to provide the level of services Joy Boniface in local communities that we currently 1940. During her involvement with do,” he said. the Warkworth division, she has Mrs Boniface started as a student been superintendent and divisional cadet with St John in England around manager.

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Both stations say supply is not limited, but the best trees always go first. Trees must be picked up from one of the two stations, as there is no delivery service.

Trees cost $30 and range in size from around 1.6m to 2m.

Info: Warkworth on 425 7500 or Wellsford on 423 8761.

Grey Powering into festive season The Warkworth and District Grey Power Association held its Christmas meeting earlier this month. Members were invited to the Warkworth Catholic Church Hall for a variety of entertainment, including the Dance Makers Dance School, singer/songwriter Jennifer Eirena, Mahurangi College performing arts students and a special appearance from Santa. The next meeting will be in March next year.

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Warkworth A&P lays down challenge

Organisers of next month’s Warkworth A&P Show are looking for the district’s best knitters, growers, bakers, bottlers, highland dancers, shearers, wood choppers, riders and animal breeders.

The 144th show will be held on January 22 and would-be contestants are being encouraged to prepare their entries. Show secretary Marjorie Blythen says there are events catering for all ages and interests.

As well as ribbons and certificates, there is prizemoney and vouchers to be won.

The full schedule can be viewed online at www.warkworthaandpshow.co.nz or entry forms are available from the Warkworth iSITE, vet clubs, Mitre 10, RD1, Wrightsons and other outlets.

Mrs Blythen says this year’s show will take full advantage of improvements to the showgrounds.

“We think visitors will find the layout a lot more convenient,” she says. “The indoor events will be held in a huge Fay Illingworth (left) and A&P competition sponsor Rae Ward, of Not Just Hats, marquee in the main arena.” discuss the finer points of hat decorating. Fay’s advice is to shop around and While there will be some changes – don’t be afraid to be a bit outrageous. “Something that stands out is a lot more Hospice hasn’t got the manpower to likely to win,” she says. run the public catering which they’ve competition is being re-introduced this Wharehines, in particular, but also done for many years – all the favourites year. There will be sheep racing, and a Masons and Transcon, are brilliant. It will be there. There will be a good show princess and show pirate will be costs about $30,000 to stage the event line-up of trade exhibits and plenty crowned. Equestrian events only will be and it just wouldn’t be possible if we had to rely on ticket sales alone.” of free entertainment for families. held on Sunday, January 23.

Local food and wine outlets will “It’s our volunteers and sponsors who Entries in the animal classes close on also be participating, and a shearing keep the show running year after year. January 11.

Clans muster on New Year’s Day

The House of Gordon will be the host clan at the 140th Waipu Caledonian Games on January 1.

Gordon is one of a number of clans that founded famous Scottish regiments – the Gordon Highlanders had a history of about 200 years of being in the forefront of the British Army and saw action in nearly every continent in the world.

The games are a celebration of the area’s Scottish heritage and the programme includes highland dancing, March of the Clans with the Waipu Highland Pipe Band, heavyweight events – NZ Championship (novice and senior), Scottish/Celtic stalls in the Avenue of the Clans, and opportunities to research family history.

There will be piping and drumming competitions, massed band of the pipes and drums along with the mass highland fling, Tartan In The Park – fashion competition, and a fiddling competition and display.

Events will be based at Caledonian Park, Bream Bay, starting at 8.30am.

The day will conclude with the Drambuie Ceildih in Coronation Hall.

Info: www.waipugames.co.nz See advertisement page 42.

WARKWORTH & DISTRICTS A&P SHOW SOCIETY 144th Annual Show 22 January 2011 Extended Gymkhana will also be on 23 January 2011

Gates open 8.30am • Official entertainment starts 10.30am Animal competitions start 9am • Indoor exhibits open 9am along with local wine and beer tasting and gourmet food. All day entertainment at the large marquee.

• Dog trailing with ducks • Chelsea Marriner (World Champion Dog Handler) and • Shearing competition in the ‘brand new’ shearing pavillion her eight Border Collie dogs • Alpacas, pet lambs, beef & dairy, goats, Calf club and • Kids (old fashioned) races eg. egg on the spoon young handlers competition • Ewe racing & shearing demos with Greg • Equestrian mounted games display (olympics on horseback) • Vintage Cars • Equestrian quadrille displays • Martial Arts display • Wood chopping • Queen, fairy, princess & pirate competitions • Des Chitty, country & western music • Croquet club play and display • Highland dancing & competitions plus all the usual trade and side shows and much more

ENTRY FEES Adults: $10 5-14 years: $5 Family Pass: $25 (2 adults & 3 children) Bring a picnic lunch and watch the all day entertainment.

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funinthesun Briefs Country fair funds hall Quick fire raffles, cake and produce stalls, and a huge book sale are on the programme of the annual Whangateau Hall Country Fair on January 30.

Organisers are inviting individuals and community groups to join the day’s activities by setting up in the car boot sale, which costs $15 per site.

“It’s a great day for everyone, with lots to do for the kids,” Lynette Penney says. “There’ll be novelty games, live music and rides.” The fair will be run in conjunction with the two-day Rodney Rams fishing contest, with the weigh-in due to take place at 2pm.

Proceeds from the fair will be spent on ongoing maintenance at the hall. Info: Lynette Penney on 455 6057.

Students from Poroti School snorkelling in Whangateau Harbour. Photo, Roger Grace.

Book early for free underwater odyssey

Visitors to Whangateau are invited to discover the harbour’s undersea world on January 22.

Activities get underway at 8am.

The harbour is one of Auckland’s least holidaymakers. spoiled estuaries, with an abundant The programme will include a Last year the glass bottom boat was variety of marine life, intertidal snorkelling trail around Horseshoe free but this year there will be a small habitats and estuarine plants.

Island, a cruise on the glass bottom charge to help defray costs. Places are The Whangateau HarbourCare boat, an inter-tidal ramble with limited and bookings are essential.

Group wants to protect the harbour marine biologist Dr Roger Grace, a The cost is $4. and is organising a fun day to share book launch and an exhibition in the Info: Phone Margaret 422 9717 or email mls@xtra.co.nz its special features with residents and Whangateau Hall.

Fun in the sun The Warkworth Athletics Club will host four days of holiday fun and activity, starting on December 20. Different games and activities will be run to build fitness and skills. The sessions are suitable for children aged from five to 14 years. The activities start at 9am and finish at 3pm, and are held at Shoesmith Domain. The cost is $20 per day per child. Email warkworthpushplay@gmail. com or call/text 027 392 6590 or 425 6649 to register. A similar session will also run from January 19 to 21.

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Nature inspires Jade artists Nature’s beauty has been captured in many different forms in the artworks that will be presented in the Jade River Group’s upcoming exhibition.

The annual show is the group’s fourth and will be held in the Old Masonic Hall on January 14 and 15. Clay works include native birds and sea life, shaped and turned into funky showpieces combined with driftwood and metal.

There will also be paintings – some on shiny silk fabric, others contemporary mixed media pieces on canvas with One of the exhibition pieces. built-up structures incorporating fossils, Riederer and Anne Sutherland. shells and sea-tumbled marble pebbles.

Exhibiting artists this year are Thel Entry is free and the exhibition is open Munro, Vivienne Paterson, Doris from 9am to 5pm.

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Send your name and daytime phone number to MORE FM Winery Tour Competition, Mahurangi Matters PO Box 701 Warkworth and include the date of the concert you would like to attend – February 4 or February 5.

Competition closes on January 11 at noon.

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Celebrating summer Headlining the MORE FM Winery Tour this year, which starts at Ascension Wine Estate on February 4 and 5, is Brooke Fraser along with chart-topping four-piece band OPSHOP. Also in the line-up is popular Auckland rock band Midnight Youth.

Brooke’s latest album Flags, released in Rock Album and Best Group at the October, has just made an impressive 2009 New Zealand Music Awards. debut in charts around the world and Co-promoter Brent Eccles says the at number one in NZ, powered by her 2011 line up is a great blend of pop, latest number one single Something In rock and ballads; something for fans The Water. of all ages and musical persuasions this OPSHOP’s third studio album Until summer. the End of Time, was released in Brooke says the winery tour means August, and also debuted at number celebrating summer in some of the one. Midnight Youth, who will open most picturesque locations in NZ with all shows, achieved platinum sales for old friends and new whilst enjoying a their debut album The Brave Don’t good drop.

Run and picked up awards for Best “I wouldn’t miss it,� she says.

Check out what is happening in Rodney by visiting our online What’s On Calendar @ www.localmatters.co.nz

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We have information on a wide range of subjects from Consumer and Tenancy Rights to Neighbourhood Disputes and Family Issues.

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Star light special at vineyard A four night Outdoor Music and Cinema series will be held at Ascension Wine Estate from January 4 to 7.

Projecting on to the biggest outdoor son-in-law. screen in New Zealand, run by local Western buffs are in for a treat with couple Urs and Denise Bauer, a the screening of Once Upon a Time different movie will play each night. in the West, widely regarded as one The season starts with director Martin of the greatest westerns of all time.

Scorsese’s Shine a Light, which It stars Henry Fonda, Charles captures the intimate atmosphere Bronson, Claudia Cardinale and Jason of preparations for a Rolling Stones Robards. concert in New York. It’s a behind- The final screening on Friday is the the-scenes look at these rock icons. recent mind-blowing experience Second on the bill is Meet the Parents Inception starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

– The Little Fockers, the third in the Gates open at 6.30pm for each Focker family saga. Pam and Greg screening, the live music kicks off now have two children, but paranoid from 7pm and the movie will start Jack still has his suspicions about his around 8.45pm.

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34 | Mahurangimatters 15 December 2010 PUHOI WOODCHOPPING CARNIVAL – JANUARY 8, 2011

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Axemen ready on their mark The front lawn of the Puhoi Pub will be host to the annual Puhoi Axeman Woodchopping Carnival on January 8.

Puhoi Axemen’s Club secretary David Karam is inviting everyone to come down and order a drink, grab a seat, and watch the action unfold.

“There is no entry fee and it is always a good show,” David says.

About 36 competitors will take part in 14 events, starting at 10am. Among these will be 14 members of the Puhoi Axemen’s Club, each competing in six to seven events.

Rival axemen are travelling from as far as Kaitaia and Taranaki.

David says even though woodchopping is an individual sport, the club has a real team spirit.

“It’s a good atmosphere to be in, we’re Puhoi axeman Dave Karam cuts the all locals and friends.” ‘jigger board’ at last year’s carnival.

Woodchopping works on a time Photo by David Tate. handicap depending on how fast the axeman is expected to chop between locals and visitors, which through a log. A penalty time of Dave says is one of the most popular around 30 seconds is given to the events on the day. better competitor who is called the The Puhoi Axemen’s Club will sell ‘backmarker.’ its 2011 calendars on the day with In handicap events, competitors are proceeds going towards the club. Next given logs that are sized according to year will be the club’s 50th anniversary. their skill. These can range from 250 New Zealand currently has two world mm to 350 mm thick. woodchopping champions, Jason At midday there will be a team race Wynyard and David Bolstad.

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Champion swings into town Former NZ woodchopping representative Kahu Woolley will compete at the Puhoi Axemen’s Woodchopping Carnival next month.

Originally from the King Country, chopping, but over time you develop Kahu lives in Orewa and is a member different skills and get better.” of the Puhoi Axemen’s Club. He started Kahu says his favourite event is the chopping 16 years ago and took the single-handed sawing, which is also sport up competitively 13 years ago. one of the hardest events. His best “My grandfather was an axeman, so time is around 30 seconds.

I suppose that’s where my interest Kahu toured Australia woodchopping started,” he says. semi-professionally. Over the summer “It takes a lot of practise and it’s what he travels to between 20 to 30 shows I do with my spare time. and still goes overseas to compete in “Most axemen are naturally good at the winter.

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36 | Mahurangimatters 15 December 2010 WARKWORTH RODEO – JANUARY 1, 2011

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The best of New Zealand’s cowboys and cowgirls will be back next year for the 51st Warkworth Rodeo. The Warkworth Showgrounds will be packed with more than 140 competitors and around 5000 spectators eager to watch the day’s events unfold on January 1. barrel race is also open to girls and boys with entries Former Warkworth resident and 1973 Rookie less than three months away.

Champion, Dougal Cox, will make a special The Warkworth club members have been preparing made on the day. appearance. Dougal is travelling from Australia and for the annual show since August, grazing cattle on Lunchtime arena entertainment includes sheep will lead the grand entry. catching, a lolly scramble and country music singer the club-owned farm in Wyllie Road.

Competitors in Warkworth will vie for champion Club secretary Krista Fletcher says they have been Pat Mac will perform. titles in events such as the bull ride, bareback, mustering the bulls and horses for a head count and The rodeo starts at 10am. The open bull ride, which saddlebronc, barrel race, team roping, steer wrestling, to up the level of TLC needed to get them in prime is the feature event of the day, is scheduled to start rope and tie, bull fighter of the year, pick up rider at 2pm. condition for their big appearance. of the year, junior and rookie. Prizes include trophy “We’ve recently got eight more bucking horses from Tickets cost $15 per adult, $5 for children aged belt buckles and saddles worth more than $2500.

The Warkworth event falls in the middle of the Te Awamutu so I can’t wait to see how they go,” she between 5-14 years and under fives are free. A family pass is also available.

Christmas circuit with cowboys competing in the says. east and central North Island before making their On the day there will be a local steer ride for anybody Rodeo season kicks off on Labour Weekend and way up north for six more events in just nine days. who would like to try their luck, with a purse of runs through to March with a total of 31 Rodeos Competition is getting fierce with the national finals $50 and a trophy buckle up for the taking. The local held throughout the country.

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Reconstructed paintings offer insight into freedom

For emerging artist Louise McRae, of Matakana, exploring the concept of freedom is a recurring theme in her work.

“I used to seek freedom through adrenalin and adventure,” she says.

“But now I’m looking at it through ideas and consciousness, and what that actually means.”

Louise grew up on a sheep and cattle farm on the Onerahi Peninsula, where she learned to horse ride from a young age. The former Otamatea High School student went on to compete overseas, mainly in England, with the likes of Blythe Tait and Mark Todd.

“I got sick of always coming fourth and decided it was time to try something different. I started mustering on the farm at home and then spent time in Tanzania, working for a small charter company which ran photographic and safari camps.”

She came to painting later in life, when her daughter Christie was born Louise McRae at work in her Matakana studio.

16 years ago. the Wairua Creative Retreat, was where landscape, on recycled board. She uses mainly macrocarpa because of the “I was married and living in the her current style of work developed.

Waikato when I decided to attended “The retreat was a haven for people to irregularities and inconsistencies in a 10-week oil painting course with explore themselves through creativity, the wood. The board is then broken Waikato artist Joan Fear. Once I but it also allowed us to concentrate into pieces and reassembled into large started, I just couldn’t stop.” on our own work. I started to examine distinctive works of art that are almost Louise’s first exhibition, of mainly the concepts of freedom in a more sculptural.

A move to Matakana two years ago, landscapes and still life, was held at the profound way.”

Matua Wines. However, she says a move Inspired by artists such as Rosalie to be nearer her parents who live to Coromandel, where she and her then- Gascoigne, the process Louise uses at Algies Bay, coincided with her partner Hamish Williamson founded now starts with a painting, often a growing reputation, allowing her to

A striking end result.

dedicate herself to her art fulltime. She put on a sellout solo show at the Seed Gallery in Newmarket this year, was a finalist in the Wallace Awards and was recently one of 25 emerging artists chosen by John Daly-Peoples for the BMW Contemporary Art Awards.

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Welcome aboard Jane Gifford There will be some public sailings of the restored scow Jane Gifford over Christmas/New Year. The one-hour excursions on the historic Mahurangi River depart from the Warkworth Wharf as follows: December – 26 at 11am; 27 at 11.30am; 28 at 12.30pm; 29 at 1.30pm. January – 1 at 4pm; 2

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Stunning vintage

In the months since this column last appeared in Mahurangi Matters vintage 2010 has come and gone, and what a vintage! The endlessly dry and warm summer and autumn meant that the grapes had no problems ripening, and with no disease pressure the fruit were able to be harvested completely ripe, in perfect condition and exactly when we wanted to harvest. It was the sort of vintage the vintner dreams about, so keep an eye out for 2010 wines from the Matakana region, especially the reds. They should be stunning. This season so far is shaping up to be similar – warm, dry and sunny. The dry weather is not so good for pastoral farmers, but great for grape growers.

Matakana Winegrowers Inc have been active on a range of fronts over the past year or so and we have moved into more of an advocacy-type role on behalf of members. This has given us a higher public profile, which has necessitated the adoption of a more formal identity for the group – signified by the very stylish logo at the top of this column.

Among other things, we have over the past year negotiated a new set of road signage for the Matakana wine trail, organised a series of wine tasting events on Sundays last January at the Matakana market, sponsored the Rick Stein show earlier in the year (in collaboration with Matakana Coast Wine Country), had a high-profile regional presence at the food and wine event in Auckland in November called ‘Taste Auckland’, and we are playing a significant role in the Puhoi to Pakiri tourism research project presently being conducted in conjunction with AUT. The January Wine Market is being repeated this year – every Sunday in January between 3pm and 7pm. These events provide an ideal way to taste the wines of the region while talking to the winegrowers, all in a relaxed holiday atmosphere – hopefully in gorgeous summer weather! But remember that if you are not able to get to one of these events, the wines of the region are all available under one roof throughout the year at The Vintry, in Matakana Village. Nicki and her staff provide a friendly and highly informative service in the very convivial surroundings of The Vintry – the only place where you will get comprehensive information about all of the wines of the Matakana region.

College music programme boost Jingle Bach was the intriguing title chosen for the organ recital given in the Warkworth Anglican Church last month.

On the keyboard was Auckland City Wells himself,” she said. organist John Wells, whose early evening “Another delight was the contribution concert was received by an appreciative of two Christmas items from the and well-attended audience. women’s vocal group Kai Rhythmix, One of the organisers Lorna Laxon sensitively led by Elke Metzler.” said Dr Wells’ choice of music had two The concert raised $1500 for themes – in each of his eight selections the Mahurangi College music there was an ‘embedded’ carol or department, for specific support of hymn tune; and each piece belonged a student’s musical studies. The next to its own distinctive age and country. organ recital in March will be by ex“Thus we enjoyed samples from Bach pat Chris Hainsworth in conjunction to Handel, and from Messaien to John with Ransom Wines.

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Reggae double-header lines up for Mangawhai show

Renowned globally for their legendary live shows and platinum-selling albums, which have bottled the essence of the outdoor kiwi summer for more than a decade, The Black Seeds and Katchafire will team up for one show only at the Mangawhai Tavern on January 3.

These two reggae heavyweights are riding high on the back of recent album releases – Katchafire’s On The Road and The Black Seeds’ Specials – and successful touring stints across Europe and North America.

Both are highly decorated veterans of the New Zealand roots/reggae scene, performing at some of the world’s major music festivals.

Led by the vocals of Barnaby Weir and Daniel Weetman, at its core The Black Seeds music is a boundary-crossing sound fusion of big-beat funk, dub, soul, mixed with vintage roots-reggae.

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Ticket giveaway Mahurangi Matters has two double passes to the Black Seeds and Katchafire concert to give away.

Write your name and daytime phone number on the back of an envelope and post to: Black Seeds and Katchafire Concert, Mahurangi Matters PO Box 701 Warkworth. Entries close on December 22.

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26 & 27 Dec Shapeshifter - Doors open 7pm 28 Dec Tempist Fugit - 8.30pm 29 Dec Jimmy Barnes - Doors open 7pm 30 Dec Road to Rio - Brazilian Night 8.30pm South American music & dancing- carnival night 31 Dec New Years Eve Party Doors open 7pm Cornerstone Roots with support Hikoikoi 1 Jan Music in our Garden Bar - Vertigo 3pm Featuring the annual Tavern Wet-T-Shirt Competition

2 Jan Soul Pit Orchestra 8.30pm 3 Jan Katchafire & Black Seeds Doors open 7pm 4 Jan Localise - 8.30pm 5 Jan ‘Greek Night’ from 5pm Greek music, dance & food at it’s best 6 & 7 Jan Fat Freddy’s Drop Doors open 7pm 8 Jan Oceania Storm - 8.30pm 15 Jan Foamzone - Summer Foam Rave from 8.30pm Clarke Gayford, Spindollz alex, Q G-Rex - foam drop 10pm

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Puhoi hosts country show

It will be a big day in Puhoi on January 8 when the village hosts the annual Puhoi Axemen’s Woodchopping Carnival, at the Puhoi Hotel, and the Waitemata A&P Show, in the Puhoi Domain. The A&P will present a line-up of entertainment including equine events, animal displays and Greg Clarke’s Sheep ‘n’ Show. The indoor section run by the Farmers Market will have baking stalls, arts and crafts and produce for sale. Puhoi Farmers Market member Sally Mitchell suggests people get bottling and baking to be in time to enter the Puhoi Show Indoor Section competitions.

Waipu traditions hold strong There will be no shortage of Christmas spirit in Waipu this year.

The Waipu Presbyterian Church will Service on Sunday, December 19, host a community Christmas Carol starting at 8pm.

Lauchie McLean will once again be conducting this spirited choral extravaganza which tells the magic story of Christmas in readings and song.

This is a Waipu tradition that has been going for 35 years. Once again there will be a band that gathers especially for the occasion with trumpets and trombones and timpanies, and soloists including Emma Couper. The event is 140th WAIPU HIGHLAND GAMES free – but donations will be accepted JANUARY 1ST Gates open from 8.30am for the TEAR Fund Christmas appeal Caledonian Park Caledonian Park Clan Gordon Games Clan MacLean Games Host Host Clan Clan “Give Life to Rural India”.

Waipu Waipu Games Info 09 432 1514 Games info Ph:Ph: 094372881 The Christmas Eve Santa Parade on December 24 will kick off at 7pm.

Entry is free, and open to all local businesses and community groups.

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Bar Snacks & Pizza (from 5pm) Vertigo.....Dec 30th & Jan 3rd There will also be a $50 prize for the ON TAP: Guinness & Monteiths best dressed onlooker at the parade – Paul Ubana Jones...Jan 22nd Crushed Apple Cider and more so dress up and be in to win.

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GREAT SUMMER ART EXHIBITION Snells Beach Community Centre Hamatana Road, Snells Beach

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One of the largest art exhibitions staged in the area will open in the Snells Beach Community Centre on December 28.

The 17th Great Summer Art café, which has become legendary in Exhibition, organised by the its own right for its selection of home Mahurangi East Tennis Club, is baking, will also be operating. expected to be bigger and better than The preview evening will be held on ever. More than $3000 in prizemoney December 28 from 7pm, with tickets is being offered for the top three entries on sale for $10 a head. The exhibition For a free no obligation consultation please contact in the professional, intermediate and will then be open daily from 9.30am Dennis Spooner (09) 422 5002 | Mobile: 021 276 1980 novice classes, and there are also cash to 4.30pm until Monday January 3 Email: dks.homes@xtra.co.nz prizes for the People’s Choice and a when it closes at midday.

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More than 500 paintings were exhibited last year, drawing close to 4000 visitors. Eighty paintings were sold, with prices ranging from $100 to $3000. This year’s judge is watercolour artist Jan Alldritt-Miller.

Entering the show for the first time this year will be Tania Casey, of Warkworth.

Wednesday - Sunday takeaways Christmas functions “I’ve been to the show several times 2 Walton Road, Warkworth out caterings kids club but never had the confidence, I Phone: 425 0171 or 021 425 132 frozen meals conferences guess, to think of entering,” she says. email: flintstonessteakhouse@xtra.co.nz “Since moving from Auckland to Warkworth a year ago, I’ve joined Kowhai Arts and Crafts where I paint every Monday. I sold a painting and received a commission at the group’s recent exhibition at the Masonic Hall so I feel ready to take the next step.”

Sponsorship coordinator Jan Hooton says organisers are grateful for the ongoing support of major sponsor The Salty Dog Inn, as well as the many other local businesses who contribute to the show. She says as well as the paintings, some craft will be exhibited and there will be some “amazing” raffles. The

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Birthing Centre donation benefits newborns Health briefs Adults in Motion (AIM) volunteers and their 14 clients have spent the winter sewing 17 quilts for the mothers at the Warkworth Birthing Centre.

AIM committee member Jane Blackbourn says the project was a great way for AIM to give back to the community.

“We rely heavily on community funding so this was our way of saying ‘thank you’ for all of the support we have received,” she says.

AIM is a Warkworth based notfor-profit organisation that helps intellectually and physically disabled young adults gain life skills, employment skills and partake meaningfully in the community after leaving school.

Community groups from around AIM clients and volunteers present mothers and their newborns with handmade quilts at the Warkworth Birthing Centre. Back, from left, Nicola McLeod, Jane Warkworth helped AIM with the Blackbourn, Aimee Hall, Warkworth quilter Angie Green, Colleen Patterson, and project. AIM clients sewed the Anna Schimanski. Front, Lisette Wise (left) with daughter Xanthia, and Aimee squares together while the Warkworth Levet holding her son Liam Perry.

Quilters Group supplied the material and sewed the backing on the blankets AIM was started in 2006. They are an programme three days a week and on. Kowhai Coast Lions helped with incorporated society and a registered their long-term goal is to extend their charity. They now operate their day services to five days per week. the edging.

Call for kids in need

The Variety Bash will travel through Rodney and Kaipara in early March and organisers want to hear from local families in need. Variety – The Children’s Charity is currently seeking applications from families and child-related organisations for funding to be considered for distribution during its 21st annual bash. Application forms are available online at www.variety. org.nz or phone 09 520 4111. Applications must be received by December 31. Projects the committee considers will make a tangible difference to improving the quality of life of sick, disabled and disadvantaged NZ children aged up to 18 years.

The bash will stop in Orewa on March 7 and then continue to Tutukaka, via Mangawhai, on March 8.

Bikers benefit refuge Around 100 Harley Davidson motorcycles accompanied by classic cars dropped into the Mangawhai Domain during the annual White Ribbon ride, which highlights the issues of violence towards women. The bikes had been on the road for around a week and were headed south from Ruakaka.

Donations in return for white ribbons totalled $1700 which will benefit the Hestia Women’s Refuge. Additionally, six cartons of tinned food were collected. Several community groups set up fundraising stalls at the domain to cater for bikers and spectators. It was the third year of the national ride, organised by ZONTA International, and the first time that Mangawhai was included in the itinerary. Organisers are promising a “bigger and better” spectacle next year.

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The wellbeing of babies is everyone’s responsibility. If we awhi (embrace/help) parents then we will enable them to provide the nurture babies need in order to develop into happy, secure competent adults. Ways of supporting parents may include doing housework, providing a nutritious meal, looking after children, holding the baby. You can also offer a listening ear, share in joys and worries, pass on tips that helped with your own children, and be a loving supportive friend.

There are very real stressors for parents – financial stress, health issues, sleep deprivation, isolation…and very real joys – first smiles, deep love, achievement.

We can share in these experiences. Babies need loving, caring and stimulating environments to enable their brains to develop healthily. You cannot spoil a baby. When you pick up, cuddle and rock a baby to soothe it you are helping to develop and strengthen positive brain connections. When a baby is repeatedly not responded to, or is living in a situation that creates fear (physical or verbal abuse), not as many pathways will develop in the baby’s brain. This is likely to result in social, emotional and learning difficulties. They are sensitive little beings who are vulnerable to their environment.

Resources in the community include Plunket, GPs and the Women’s Centre. The 24 hour Child Health Line (0800 611 116) is available for free health advice.

There are also internet support groups (www.thenappynetwork.org.nz) and many books such as Dr Gowri Motha’s Gentle First Year. If you need support ring Homebuilders as we want to awhi you to be great parents having a great time.

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St John changeover in Wellsford Paul Topliss is the new face of St John Ambulance, Wellsford.

He has taken over as operational team leader following Andy Chapman’s move to Australia. Previously based at Silverdale, Paul first joined St John in 1981. During his 30 years he’s seen a lot of changes, particularly concerning the role of volunteers.

“They have gone from being the pair of hands at the other end of the stretcher to being very much one of the crew, as they undergo exactly the same training as paid staff and are Paul Topliss, of Wellsford St John. here; they are very hands on and aren’t highly skilled,” he said.

Paul likes being based permanently in usually far behind the ambulance to a call out – if they’re not there first. It a rural area. would be unusual in the city to find a “There’s quite a difference between doctor doing a house visit.” the rural people and their urban counterparts. They are more stoic Wellsford is always looking for more around here. If we’re called out it’s volunteers. for a genuine reason and not for some “Even if you’ve only got a few hours a insignificant injury. I also like the way week, we’d like to hear from you.” that we work more closely with doctors Info: Paul Topliss, phone 423 8330.

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“Far more money has been lost by investors in preparing for corrections, or anticipating corrections, than has been lost in the corrections themselves.”

At a recent international investment conference an investment advisor related the following story. He has been flying kites as a sport for years. While not an expert, he has learned a few tricks by observing the flying behaviour of these kites. He told me that one of the most difficult skills for beginners to master is what to do when their kite starts to plunge earthward. The natural, panicky impulse is to yank backward on the lines. However, this action only accelerates the kite’s death spiral. The simple kite-saving technique is to calmly step forward and thrust your arms out. This causes the kite’s downward acceleration to stop, allowing you to regain control of the kite and end its plunge. What does this have to do with investing?

On January 21, 2008, the global equity markets all collapsed. For some markets it was the worst day since the Great Depression. And the Australian market had its worst day ever! This type of market move generally leads to panicked selling.

And the media fuels the frenzy.

As I have learned to expect, I received two phone calls from the media to discuss what investors should be doing in light of the bear market spreading around the globe. What I find amusing is that I always give them the same answer – investors should do nothing except adhere to their well-thought-out investment plan, assuming they are knowledgeable enough to have one.

While it is tempting to believe that there are those who can predict bear markets and, therefore, sell before they arrive, there is no evidence of the persistent ability to do so. On the other hand, there is a large body of evidence suggesting that trying to time markets is highly likely to lead to poor results. For example, one study on 100 pension funds that engaged in market timing (allowing the purveyors of such strategies to charge high fees) found that not one single pension fund benefited from their market timing efforts. That is an amazing result as randomly we should have expected at least some to benefit.

Summary Returning to my friend’s story about flying kites. Just as when the kite starts to plunge earthward the natural, panicky reaction is to yank backward on the lines, the natural, panicky reaction to a dive in your investment portfolio’s value is to pull back (sell). In both cases, pulling back is the wrong strategy. The right strategy is the less intuitive one of remaining calm and stepping forward, actually buying stocks to rebalance your portfolio to the desired asset allocation.

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School decile drop boosts funding

Rodney College has dropped a decile from five to four, following a review by the Ministry of Education, at the request of the school board.

Principal Dave Ormandy said that he a special review. had always felt the school was more Deciles are the way in which the a decile four than a five, because of Ministry allocates funding to a school, PASSIONATE ABOUT DELIVERING RESULTS socio economic factors, and asked for and are usually recalculated every five years, after a census. The lower the school’s decile rating the more funding it gets to provide additional • 23 bed Resthome and resources to support students’ learning 14 bed Dementia unit needs. A survey of families to gather • Tranquil garden setting information on incomes, household overlooking Omaha Bay crowding, education and level of Home & dementia care income support, was carried out • Long and short term stay during the review.

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Chris says Europeans have been building homes from the blocks since 1924, so the material’s durability, strength and superior thermal properties are well-proven.

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Farmers prepare for second dry year

The Government’s declaration of a medium scale adverse event in North Auckland and Northland has been welcomed by farmers.

The announcement allows Inland Revenue to worried about having enough water for stock.” provide some leeway in regards to filing accounts.

River flows in Northland are reported to be 10 to 50 Beef & Lamb NZ extension manager for Northland, percent of normal.

Chris Boom says the situation is particularly serious DairyNZ consulting officer Helen Moodie said as this dry start to summer has followed a drier than milk production was down 2.24 percent in late usual winter and last summer’s drought.

November, compared to the same period last year.

Farmers hope the current La Nina weather pattern Federated Farmers Northland dairy chairman will bring rain to parts of Northland. “During La Ashley Cullen, of Maungaturoto, said he had started Nina you’d normally expect regular rain at least on preparing for drought early. the east coast. However, at present the weather just “It’s my gut feeling that we’re in for another dry seems to have got itself into a bad habit, and we’re summer. I’ve reduced cow numbers by 15 percent not seeing the rain.” and allocated more of my farm for cropping.

NIWA is still predicting average or above average Throughout the district farmers have put in more rainfall over summer, but not until after Christmas. crops to see them through.

“My advice is to hope for the best but plan for the “It’s a mixed picture out there with some still stressed worst. De-stock where possible, in order to reduce as a result of the drought and slow grass growth feed demand relative to supplies on hand, and plan coming out of winter. We’re okay and whether ahead. Early weaning and disposal of lambs will help that’s because of where we are, or because of lower if it stays dry.” stock numbers, I’m not certain. Farmers need to be Pasture monitoring carried out last month showed sacrificing some of those cows at the bottom end of the herd so they can be putting the food into the growth at not much more than half normal levels.

“This will make it a tough summer if it continues. better, more productive ones.”

Additionally, quite a few farmers are concerned The relief effort is being coordinated through the at low water levels in rivers and dams. Some are Rural Support Trust. Info: Recovery facilitator reporting leakage from cracks in dams that weren’t Julie Jonker, ph 0800 787 254 or phone 0800 even visible during last summer’s drought, and are DROUGHT line (0800 376 844).

Library lights up The Puhoi Library is holding an open day on December 19 before closing for Christmas. Members of the public are invited to come down between 10am and 2pm for some Christmas refreshments. They will switch on the Christmas lights between 8pm to 10.30pm, every night until Christmas, for all to enjoy.

Brian Cauty beside his home made windmill which pumps water from his bore. Brian is concerned that dams on his Port Albert farm are at only half capacity compared to last year. He believes that already his property is as dry as it usually would be by late summer. His house hay paddock only yielded 30 bales this month compared with 200 in December last year. And he’s not expecting to be able to take a second cut unless “the heavens open”.

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Tomarata Hall has had a makeover thanks to a group of boxers who use the hall regularly.

Under the supervision of committee member Ray Tischick and thanks to donations of paint and materials from Mangawhai Placemakers, Mangawhai Hire, RD1 and Mark Welch Painting, the exterior of the hall has been repainted.

Ray says that the volunteers put in around 200 man hours to get the job done.

“When I floated the idea, the guys came out swinging,” he says.

The boxers practice once a week in the hall.

The hall, which was built in the 1950s, is also used by Rural Women and for indoor bowls during winter. The management committee is hoping to rent the premises out on a more regular basis in order to raise funds, and also hopes to encourage locals to become friends of the hall.

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The first batch of Rodney graduates from the Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre were due to graduate this week.

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From the start of the new school year, agriculture will be offered as a senior course at Rodney College, with some of the school grounds being turned into a mini farm.

DRAINAGE As a strategy to retain 16 year olds, an accredited provider of agricultural as well as attract students from out training. of the area, the school is offering “We will continue to work closely vocational courses in agriculture and with other agriculture ITOs to provide forestry from February 2011. Board training in areas such as shearing, as of Trustees chair Jock Lee says further we have done through our Gateway down track there are plans to set up a programme,” Mr van Deventer says. surf academy, which will incorporate “We’re also working with local farmers WATERMAIN coastal ecology. who have told us of their need for The courses are the result of a survey skilled workers.” of students, asking them what would The students will earn NCEA credits encourage them to stay beyond age 16. which can be used towards a national “Many said they would stay if there certificate in agriculture. were more practical courses, realising “We will give them the skills to either that with the right training and a few move into tertiary education or get a qualifications under their belts, they decent job within the industry.”

CIVIL STRUCTURE could earn more in the workforce than Mr Ormandy says that the programme on the benefit,” Jock says. “The kids has been well received by students and themselves are making this call and families – and the community. asking us to deliver.”

“It’s created a real buzz and we’ve Principal Dave Ormandy and already had a lot of support from deputy principal Johan van Deventer farmers and rural business. It’s about responded by earmarking 3.6 hectares catering to the needs of our students of school grounds to develop into a and being of relevance to our rural RURAL small farm. location.”

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Mike was proud of his calves. These ones were well fed, well grown and glossy. “I can’t understand it,” he said. “One of the biggest and healthiest has died overnight and there was a suspicious unexplained death last week.” A postmortem of the calf revealed the tell tale signs of rapid decay with black, gassy muscle tissue.

Clostridial disease (known as Blackleg, Malignant edema, or one of their several cousins) in young growing calves has been about for many years and is still a distressing, costly, unnecessary cause of loss. The problem usually shows up as sudden death in a mob of apparently healthy calves in their first year of life. Usually only one to start but intermittent deaths will be ongoing if not prevented. The biggest healthiest looking calves die first.

Clostridial spores persist in the soil for years and some individual farms seem markedly infected, others less so. Death is so quick that the calf is seldom seen sick. The organism is susceptible to penicillin but as infection is overwhelming, any attempt at treatment generally fails.

Prevention by vaccination is the thing and fortunately, on most farms it is simple and inexpensive. Calves can be injected with the standard ‘5 in 1’ vaccine at any age, generally from six weeks of age, and given a second booster dose four weeks after the first. Make sure you vaccinate bought-in calves on arrival and treat them gently as bruising can activate dormant spores in the animal’s muscles.

Protection takes about 10 days to develop. Keep the vaccine in the fridge and discard any used pack 30 days after opening. Some farmers find they still have the occasional unexplained sudden death after carefully applying the above guidelines; probably due to infection by another member of the clostridial family. Using the newer ‘6 in 1’ and even ‘10 in 1’ vaccines will usually stop the problem.

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Principal rural fire officer for Auckland Bryan Cartelle says the restricted fire season will remain in place until fire danger levels have decreased and it’s safe to allow some areas to return to being open fire season.

He says it’s important that fires are controlled and supervised at all times as the costs involved in putting out all fires may be passed on to the person responsible.

New water rules Mandatory water measuring regulations came into force last month. As from November 10, national regulation will involve some on-farm changes, and consequently additional costs, for many farmers.

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Tomarata aquifer debate balance of around 230,000 m3 of which Waitapu was seeking a 65,000 m3 share.

“No-one in the existing neighbourhood will be affected,” Mr Bird said.

However, he did concede that it could mean that anyone with a shallow bore might need to deepen their well.

Tomarata School principal Lynne Duffin said she had had water quality problems during last summer’s drought.

“So what you’re telling us is that we have to deepen our bores, at our cost, because Waitapu wants more water,” she said.

Neighbouring farmer Brian Mason said the application was done in an under-handed manner. He said the limited notification meant only two lifestyle block owners were aware of this consent application. Not enough homework has been done on the impacts.

The Waitapu site comprises an established dairy farm on the corner of School Road and Radcliffe Road, Tomorata. The total area of land occupied by Waitapu Farms is around 560 ha.

Resource management consultant Owen McShane said at the meeting that non-notified consents could only be fought in the High Court.

“I would suggest that this would be very costly and will end up pitting neighbour against neighbour with no satisfactory outcome,” he said. “I can understand your anger but sometimes this can force you down the wrong road.”

Mr McShane said potentially Tomarata could be used a trial for a tradeable water rights scheme, if it had the backing of Auckland Council.

Commenting on this suggestion, Federated Farmers board member Lachlan McKenzie said there were water schemes operating in NZ, mainly in Canterbury, where water

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could be shifted around.

“The resource consent is granted to the scheme and then different entities are given an allocation to meet a variety of needs such as individual landholders, hydro schemes and environmental flows,” he says. “This allows for cross-sharing and works well where industries need the water at differing times of the year.”

Mr McKenzie said however, that these schemes were a Council responsibility to implement and regulate.

“More and more of these sorts of water issues are arising, and it is a hugely complex debate. Federated Farmers is certainly not opposed to local communities coming up with pragmatic and innovative ways to solve this problem of competing demands.”

The costs Kiwi Welldrillers owner Greg Smith says it costs around $10,000 to sink a new bore. “But most farmers don’t get much change out of $20,000 by the time they buy a pump and pay for the electricals and plumbing,” he said. “It is possible to deepen an existing bore by filling out a permitted activity form.

Any bore sunk before 1987, however, was unlikely to be consented and would therefore, need to go through a full consent process which costs $430 and takes about four weeks.”

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So if last year is anything to go by, we are going to need to get our gardens prepared. It doesn’t matter when you mulch your garden, however the earlier in the season it is applied the less chance there will be for plants to dry out and get stressed. There are many different mulches available such as peelings, woodchip, bark, raked up leaves and even grass clippings. Mulch also suppresses weed growth, protects your plant’s root systems and increases worm activity – building better soil. Avoid placing the mulch close to tree trunks as this can cause the plant to rot. Remember to top up any bare patches that may have been done previously, weeds and plants will be competing with each other for moisture, so clear away any weeds before mulching.

Christmas is rapidly approaching and you may be running out of gift ideas, why not give a living gift. Phalaenopsis orchids are amazingly easy indoor plant to grow requiring minimal watering once a week and a reasonably light situation, rewarding you with flower spikes for three to four months.

If you are going to stay with friends or relatives at a bach or camping why not plant some summer herbs such as basil, parsley, chives or coriander in a terracotta pot and take them along as a gift, even if you are camping it is nice to have fresh herbs on hand, maybe even some dill to go with all that fish you hope to catch.

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Launched in July, Lions have now campaign Kowhai Coast Lion Olwyn raised more than $100,000, by asking Hill said old obsolete currency was people to dig out and donate their old sitting in drawers and cupboards in NZ coins, banknotes and any foreign most households. currency and deliver it to Resene “We can turn it around into life Thanks and a merry Christmas ColorShops and retailers throughout changing experiences for young people the country. from all of us here at Liberty Park wanting to go to places like Outward Bound, Spirit of Adventure and Sir All copper halfpennies, pennies and 90 Jones Road, Omaha (opposite Omaha Blueberries) cents are ending up at A. W. Fraser’s Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Ph: 09 422 7307 • Fax: 09 422 9308 Christchurch foundry for recycling Centre.” admin@libertypark.co.nz • www.libertypark.co.nz and this week, a tonne of old currency For further information contact is off to the Reserve Bank to be Olwyn Hill on 09 425 4673 or email Advice • Plants • Contracting redeemed dollar for dollar and a tonne olwyn@ihug.co.nz of foreign currency is being shipped offshore. Any old or collectable notes or coins are being sold to coin collectors.

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If the plan goes ahead, the goal posts Regional coordinator Stewart McElwain will span the bridge above. said as the gateway to Northland, Kaiwaka was in line to be the site for a Mr Holsted said pedestrian access, via ‘welcome’ office and there was a proposal a walkway under the bridge, toilets to build the world’s largest set of rugby and parking would all be addressed in the plan. goal posts in the town.

Mangawhai resident Les Holsted, who “We’ve looked at many options, but has been involved with the project for we have to work within the constraints more than two years, said the plan of what the NZ Transport Agency will involved erecting the 42-metre high allow.” posts by the bridge over SH1, near One resident said she didn’t believe Oneriri Road. anyone had a problem with bringing But it was the suggestion that the visitors to Kaiwaka, but it was the lack temporary ‘welcome’ office be located of consultation on the plans that was near Kaiwaka Cheese that drew the issue. criticism. Some residents felt the existing It is estimated that the RWC could information office would be a better bring 25,000 international visitors and choice as it was already set-up to deal $9 million in incremental expenditure with visitor enquiries and had plenty of into Northland. parking. The Kaiwaka Hall was also put Mr McElwain said Northland forward as a better alternative. businesses were already punching above “Locating it near the cheese shop is their weight, and though the present not a good idea,” one resident said. plans wouldn’t tick everyone’s box and “There won’t be enough parking and there were still a lot of balls in the air, it will compound the congestion at nothing was set in concrete and there the intersection, probably increasing was still time for businesses to look at the number of accidents involving cars how they could step up to the plate and clip the ticket along the way. turning right.”

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WARKWORTH MUSeUM Open dAY Parry Kauri Park, Sun 16 January 2011, 10am onwards. Free entry to museum, old machinery operating. Plant stall, book stall, sausage sizzle. See our textile and archives department. Fun for all.

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Of course you don’t have to go to church at Christmas!

But in case you do want to go, the

Mahurangi Methodist Parish offers plenty of opportunities.

As we head into the Christmas season we often experience a mixture of excitement and panic. This Christmas we invite you to come along to one (or all) of our family services and pause and reflect on the mystery and wonder of that first Christmas.

Friday, 24 December, 7.30pm Christmas Eve Service at Warkworth Methodist Church (1 Hexham Street, Warkworth) Saturday, 25 December, 9am Christmas Day Service at Snells Beach Community Church.

Friday, 31 December, 11.15pm New Year’s Eve Watchnight Service at Warkworth Methodist Church.

Church Office: 1 Hexham St, Warkworth Phone: (09) 425 8660 Email: warkworthmethodist@clear.net.nz or Presbyter: Misilei Misilei Phone: (09) 422 7676 or 027 374 0496

anglican church Warkworth Services held at: • Warkworth • Matakana • Leigh • Snells Beach • Kaipara Flats

All enquiries: Phone 425 8054 www.anglican-warkworth.org

Sunday Service @ 10am Warkworth Town Hall P: 09 422 3168 www.celebrationcentre.co.nz

CATHOLIC CHURCH Phone 425 8545

www.holyname.org.nz

Christmas Carols & Mass Times: PUHOI

Carol Service: Friday 24th Dec 8.30pm Mass: Friday 24th Dec 9pm & Sunday 26th Dec 8.30am

WARKWORTH

Carol Service: Friday 24th Dec 6.30pm Mass: Friday 24th Dec 7pm & 12am midnight and Saturday 25th Dec 9am & 6pm.

Holy Mass Timetable: WARKWORTH

Holy Name Church, 6 Alnwick Street Saturday Vigil: 6.00pm Sunday: 10.30am

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SS. Peter & Paul Church Sunday: 8.30am

WARKWORTH ANGLICAN PARISH

Christmas Week Services CAROLS & READINGS at St. Leonard's, Matakana on 22nd December at 7.30pm

Our Vision: Reaching out to God, to each other and to the world.

GATEway meets Sundays, 9:30am at the Scout Hall, Shoesmith Street, Warkworth.

CHRISTMAS DAY

Join with us as we Celebrate HIS BIRTHDAY! 9:30am-10:30am Sunday December 26 - NO SERVICE

Pastor Colin Shilston Tel 425 7383 www.thegateway.org.nz

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CHRISTMAS EVE St. Alban's, Kaipara Flats 7pm - Carols & Readings

Christ Church, Percy Street, Warkworth 3.30pm - Cupcake service for little ones 11.15pm - Midnight service begins

CHRISTMAS DAY Christ Church, Percy Street, Warkworth 8.00am - Christmas Communion Service 9.30am - Christmas Communion Service St. Leonard's, Matakana 9.30am - Christmas Communion Service St. Michael and All Angels', Leigh 9.30am - Christmas Communion Service

www.anglican-warkworth.org

Church

5 Pulham Rd, Warkworth • Ph 425 8861 Sunday Services for December

19th at 9am & 10.30am

Christmas Services

Christmas Eve 6.30pm & 10pm 8pm at St. Andrews, Matakana Country Park Christmas Day 9.30am Sundays - Dec 26, Jan 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 One service at 10am

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Matakantata Choir Xmas concert, St Leonard’s Church Matakana 7.30pm, with special guests including solo singers and classic guitarists. Tickets $10 adults, gold coin children, available from Village Bookstore or at door. Supper provided.

17-Jan9 Matakana Valley Group Show, Fine Line Art Gallery, Sharp Road (see story p38).

18 Mangawhai Christmas Parade, Mangawhai Domain, Moir Street, from 10.30am. Food & drink available. Info: Laureen 431 41355 or Sandra on 431 5571.

18 Art Auction, Mangawhai Golf Course, fundraiser for Mangawhai Museum.

19 Mangawhai Beach & Country Market @ The Domain, Mangawhai, 9am to 1pm. Enquiries: Sue 0274 586 144 or toriamartin@hotmail.com 19 Combined Churches Christmas carol singing, Community Hall, Fagan Place, Mangawhai at 7pm. Info: Petronella Brom 431 4700.

24 Christmas Eve Carols, Mangawhai Gym – 6pm, 8pm & 10pm.

24 Waipu Christmas Parade, 7pm (see story p42).

26 Matakana Village Market (Sunday, not Saturday), 8am to 1pm 26&27 Shapeshifter, Mangawhai Tavern.

28-Jan3 Great Summer Art Exhibition, Snells Beach (see story p43).

29 NZ International Jazz & Blues Festival, Ascension.

January 2011 Every Saturday – Wellsford Growers Market, Wellsford Railway, from 8am to 2pm. More stallholders welcome. Info: Tony on 027 4752 975 or 423 7557.

Every Sunday – Mangawhai Beach & Country Market @ The Domain, Mangawhai, 9am to 1pm. Lots of stalls from local surrounding areas including baked goods, arts & crafts, clothes & books, wine, cheese & cafe, produce, plants & flowers, live entertainment & much more. Info: Sue 0274 586 144 or toriamartin@hotmail.com 1 Warkworth Rodeo (see feature pgs 36&37).

1 Waipu Games (see story p29).

3 Black Seeds & Katchafire, live at Mangawhai Tavern (see story p41).

4-7 Outdoor movie season, Ascension Wine Estate (see story p33).

8 Puhoi Axemen’s Woodchopping Carnival (see feature pgs 34&35) 8 Waitemata A&P Show, Puhoi (see story p42).

14&15 Jade River Arts Group exhibition, Old Masonic Hall, 9am to 5pm (see story p31).

16 Warkworth Museum Open Day. 22 Warkworth A&P Show (see story & ad p29).

22 Whangateau Harbour fun day (see story p30).

29&30 Rodney Rams fishing contest 30 Whangateau Country Fair (see story p30).

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Tomarata club makes bid Warkworth bowlers roll a winner for rugby supporter games Tomarata rugby club is looking to host supporters’ games during next year’s Rugby World Cup. Treasurer Rob Scott says the club that’s fantastic. hopes that rugby fans will take up the We’ll host and offer to take part in a friendly game at billet supporters Tomarata. if necessary.”

“With the Canadians based in The club Whangarei and the Springboks at is hoping North Harbour, the club is well placed that overseas to host informal games for visitors,” he tourists driving says. “We are the first small country past the club club north of Auckland and can offer during summer an authentic, traditional experience, will read its including an after match hangi. We’d noticeboard love to organise some friendly games advertising for games and take that which we think would add to the information home with them. The visitors’ whole experience. club will feature updates on its website “If a bunch of farmers from the back as plans evolve. Info: Rob on 431 of the Orange Free State want a game, 4656 or www.tomarata.co.nz

A team from Bowls Warkworth took out the Duke Fredric Trophy at a recent Bowls North Harbour Centre executive fours tournament. A total of 28 clubs contested the event played at Bowls Orewa. It was the local bowls club’s first success. Pictured, from left, is the winning combination of Jack Knowles, Phyl Hollis, Nola Maxwell and John Morgan.

National trolley derby heading for Hibiscus Coast next year The annual Soap Box Derby will get a dose of American-style razzamatazz next year, as the Hibiscus Coast hosts the NZ Nationals for the first time.

Whangaparaoa Rotary was granted hosting rights because it was considered that the Brightside Road course in Stanmore Bay, with entertainment facilities alongside, was the best option for the final.

Until now, the NZ Soap Box Derby Trust, which has the franchise for the

event, was owned by the former North Shore City Council and the finals were held on the North Shore each year.

With the change in governance, Rotarians, who have been running the events, stepped in to take over the Trust.

Terry Clarkson of Whangaparaoa Rotary has been appointed NZ race director. He spent time at the grand final in America this year and has come back full of ideas. He says he hopes to start the nationals with a motorbike

cavalcade, followed by people carrying US, NZ and Rotary flags. Competitors will follow these down the course on foot, together with a marching band.

The event will be officially opened with suitable ceremony including the playing of the national anthem.

Rotarians have also changed the rules of the final to specify one trolley/one person, rather than several drivers to one trolley as happened previously.

Terry says this will make the event

more fluid and fair for all competitors.

He says Rotarians also plan to expand the event, which is currently held in the North Island only, throughout the country over the next few years.

The Whangaparaoa race will be held on April 9, with the nationals the following day. Funds raised at the Whangaparaoa race will go to Plunket.

Info: ph Terry Clarkson, 021 918 980 or email terry@clarksons.co.nz

To provide high quality primary care to the persons of our region addressing the issues of access and equity with innovation.

Please note our service continues to remain accessible 24 hours per day over the holiday period CLINICS: We are a network of clinics providing comprehensive primary care including Snells Beach 145 Mahurangi East Road 09 425 6666 24 HOUR SERVICES Matakana 74 Matakana Valley Road 09 422 7737 available at our A & M Centre in Mangawhai Fagan Place 09 431 4128 Wellsford at an affordable price Maungaturoto 138 Hurndall St 09 431 8576 Paparoa 1877 Paparoa Valley Rd 09 431 7222 For further information and new Wellsford 220 Rodney Street 09 423 8086 enrolments, please contact any of (Cnr. Highway 1 & Matheson Rd)

our clinics

Phone 09 423 8086 for 24/7 after hours urgent service visit Mahurangi Matters online at www.localmatters.co.nz