Bream Bay - January 2022

JANUARY 2022

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Build and they will come - Marsden Cove takes shape

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Sustainable, bright future for Bream Bay

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Local business encouraged to have a voice at NorthChamber board table

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The Remarkable Story of The Greatest Tree in New Zealand

This publication is produced by NZME Northland, 88 Robert Street, Whangarei.

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What’s around the corner?

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A year in review

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The taste of fresh thinking

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Always happy to lend a helping hand

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Bream Bay is booming!

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Experience an EPIC Summer with Aotearoa Surf!

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Build and they will come Marsden Cove takes shape

By Donna Russell New houses and light industrial buildings are springing up in the popular marine village of Marsden Cove, making it one of the fastestgrowing areas of Northland.

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arsden Cove, tucked between One Tree Point and Ruakaka, is rapidly becoming Northland’s premier boating destination and Whangarei district's most desirable neighbourhood.

Complete with a world-class 230-berth marina at its centre and surrounding residential development comprising impressive waterfront and near-waterfront

sections, Marsden Cove is increasing in popularity and value.

The marine village has been created around the canals built by Hopper Developments. The privately owned land development company, based in Orewa, is best known for its expertise in creating high quality coastal lifestyle developments at Pauanui Waterways, Whitianga Waterways and Marsden Cove.

Sections in the six stages have been highly sought, with only one section remaining in Stage 2 and limited sections left in Stage 5E where titles have now been issued. Non-canal sections are now available on pre-title agreements in Stage 6D. The few remaining canal-front sections are priced over $1.5 million to $3.5 million for a particularly large corner section, and non-canal sections have price tags ranging from $600,000 to $740,000.

Earthworks are underway to form the canals for the final three areas for development, Stages 7, 8 and 9.

Marsden Cove Marina complex manager Brent Wilson says there are lots of exciting developments for residents and visitors as support businesses move into the area.

A new Four Square Plus Supermarket has opened on the ground floor of the new 900 square metre marina commercial complex.

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“It’s really exciting to see that opening.’’

A new liquor store and a restaurant are also in the pipeline, with details yet to be released.

“The new restaurant will go in the waterfront complex in the New Year, but I can’t reveal more than that,’’ he says.

Seven new 22-24 metre berths have been installed and three 30-year Licenses to Occupy have already been sold. To allow for this expansion, the fuel jetty has been moved closer to the haul-out area.

“We have a wide range of businesses, from builders and a gym to mechanics and an electrical wholesaler, a stainlesssteel business and a kayak business."

Ray White Real Estate has moved its offices to the new office block complex above the Four Square.

Licensee Aaron Ratcliffe says the new offices will serve as the head office for the Marsden Bay and Waipu office agents.

“All the extra space allows us to maintain social distancing for our clients, particularly when we hold auctions. It sets the stage for a more corporate and professional image.

There is so much happening in real estate in the area and we are right at the centre of it,’’ Aaron says.

“We have a good relationship with the other businesses in the area. We’ve all been through a lot to get to this stage where there is now a real momentum of people moving to the area. Only a few years ago, houses were taking months to sell. Now everything is being snapped up.’’

Marsden Cove Marine Engineering is

in the process of relocating to the new Kiteotara Complex in Marsden Bay Drive.

Once the move is complete the Marine Chandlery will expand into this space.

The hardstand presently has 84 boats and with expected growth in this area the possible extension of the Hardstand next year is on the cards.

“The Hardstand area is going from strength to strength,’’ Brent says.

Marsden Cove’s bustling waterfront retail complex now includes a general store, café/restaurant, bakery/lunch bar, hair and beauty salon, marine services, real estate agencies and the Marsden Cove Fishing Club.

A new pharmacy has recently opened its doors next to the Marsden Cove medical centre and dental clinic just along the road next to the quickly expanding retirement village.

A light industrial area to the south of the main village is also filling in quickly.

Brent says there are only about five shops still vacant in one of the two large commercial buildings.

“We have a wide range of businesses, from builders and a gym to mechanics and an electrical wholesaler, a stainless-steel business and a kayak business.

“We’ve had solid enquiry, not just from Whangarei but also from Auckland and Tauranga. People are keen to come north.’’

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Despite lockdowns and level changes, border controls and traffic lights, Waipu, One Tree Point, Ruakaka and the entire Bream Bay area has continued to grow and flourish.

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was amazed to see the speed (and quality) of development around One Tree Point and Ruakaka on a recent visit. It’s clear that Bream Bay is one of the most popular areas in our District – and with such stunning scenery, modern amenities, and close-knit communities, it’s easy to see why.

Lat year, I wrote about how Whangarei District Council had lobbied for an improved state highway link between Auckland and Whangārei, and how excited we were at the decision to create four lanes between Whangārei and Port Marsden Highway. Unfortunately, the highway 4-laning project is no longer part of the NZ Upgrade Programme, however there are numerous other projects underway involving Waka Kotahi and KiwiRail, many focusing on road safety and the highly anticipated construction of a new rail link to Northport.

The construction of the rail spur will see a major increase in productivity for our commercial operations, while increasing road safety and decreasing our road maintenance costs. There’s also an environmental boon to using rail: a tonne of freight carried by rail has 66 per cent fewer emissions than a tonne carried by road.

The transition of Refining NZ to an import fuel terminal promises another environmental boon, offering an exciting opportunity for a sustainable-fuels focused economy. The switch to importing fuel rather than refining crude oil will result in a reduction of 1.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide, or about 5 per cent of New Zealand’s total emission reduction needed by 2030. Much of the NZ Refinery

There are a number of Council-supported projects happening in the Bream Bay area, including the hugely successful Waipu River Walk. land won’t be needed by the new import terminal, which means there are plenty of options for the development of new industry in a premium location adjacent to the best natural deep-water harbour in New Zealand.

I do recognise the stress this transition puts on those currently employed by Refining NZ, and I applaud the efforts being made to help re-skill and/or transition current staff into new employment.

Whangarei District Council continues to invest in Bream Bay infrastructure, including wastewater and stormwater upgrades. There are a number of Councilsupported projects happening in the Bream Bay area, including the hugely successful Waipu River Walk. This Community Led Project is going from strength to strength, and I am impressed by the passion and dedication shown by all involved. In terms of funding, Council continues to support the Ruakākā Recreation Centre, Waipu Museum and local community facilities, as well as community events (those that have been able to safely proceed in light of COVID-19 restrictions).

This year, Council reviewed its community grants and is now able to support a wider range of community facilities. We were pleased to be able to support the Waipu Celtic Barn with their insurance bill and Mangapai Hall with their exterior painting project (just two examples). Council has also doubled its funding to resident and ratepayer groups to support their advocacy work and to support local neighbourhood projects.

Council also continues to provide contestable grants for a range of community projects, such as the recently completed Waipu Barn mural, a storage container for Maungakaramea Recreation Society, and the upcoming free surf lessons at Waipu being run by Surfing for Farmers.

We’ve received a funding boost from Creative New Zealand for local arts projects, events and initiatives, so we’re really keen to hear from anyone with an idea in mind. You can find out more about what funding Council has, and how we can support your project, at www.wdc. govt.nz/funding.

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Local business encouraged to have a voice at NorthChamber board table Businesses in the Bream Bay area have an opportunity to vote for local representation to the NorthChamber board in March 2022.

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he partnership between NorthChamber, The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Northland (Inc) and the newly formed Bream Bay Chamber (formerly Ruakaka Economic Development Group -REDG), was announced at a special Business After 5 event towards the end of 2021.

The two groups have been working together to align membership and strategy as they move into the new year.

Former REDG members gained joint membership with NorthChamber and the

NorthChamber Membership and community engagement coordinator Fiona Cox lives locally in One Tree Point and is looking forward to talking with businesses about the Bream Bay Chamber chapter and the benefits and opportunities available for local businesses.

new Bream Bay entity which includes local representation on the Chamber regional governance board.

In preparation for this shift local business owners Janine Abernathy of Marsden Metal Industries and Darrell Trigg of Trigg Construction have sat in an interim capacity on the NorthChamber Board and will stand for the NorthChamber board at the March 9, 2022 Annual General Meeting.

Former REDG acting chair, Janine Abernathy said, “presence on the NorthChamber Board is key to development and growth of the Bream Bay Chamber. We

get to understanding the wider brief of what NorthChamber engages in, we can ensure our business community has a voice at the table, we can contribute to a more cohesive regional strategy, connect in with Chambers wider network of stakeholders and feed back to our local members ensuing they have the knowledge and tools to support economic growth at a local level. It is a win for everyone.”

Darrell Trigg encourages local businesses from the Bream Bay, Ruakaka and Waipu area to consider joining the Chamber and support the nomination process to ensure

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there is a strong collective voice.

“Only members of Chamber can vote for Board representatives. Our aim is a strong business community voice in Northland. Over the past decade REDG has supported business development in Bream Bay amassing a committed membership of local business owners who have contributed to business growth and networking in that area. We want to build on this and strengthen our position.”

Currently 29 local businesses have signed up as members, a number of which attended the first Bream Bay ChamberChats networking session hosted at Trigg Construction in November. Regular networking events at both local and regional levels feature in the plans for 2022, including quick, small group roundtable ChamberChats, the larger Business After 5 gatherings featuring visits to various business premises, larger sector focussed Industry After 5s and the future focussed Westpac Inspire Series.

In December 2021 One Tree Point resident Fiona Cox joined the

NorthChamber team as the membership and community engagement coordinator.

Ms Cox is also responsible for coordinating the Northland Business Mentor Program, a service that aims to develop business capability. It matches business owners who may be experiencing difficulties or a knowledge gap, with highly experienced business mentors who can offer support, expertise, and a sounding board to help move the business to the next level.

Fiona Cox said, “I am very excited that I have joined at this time when we are embarking on this Bream Bay Chamber journey, I have already been out in the community meeting some of the business owners and look forward to catching up with more local businesses and seeing how Chamber can help and support them.”

If you are a business in the Bream Bay - Ruakaka area and would like to learn more about membership to the Bream Bay Chamber, the Business Mentors program or other benefits of becoming a member please call Fiona Cox on 027 625 6169 Or email support@northchamber.co.nz

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Creating new opportunities in the area, this new weight bridge for Marsden Metals Group, installed by Trigg Construction signals the launch of the waste minimisation opportunity for construction customers.

The Remarkable Story of

Taonga Pounamu

THE GREATEST TREE IN NEW ZEALAND The kauri tree, Agathis australis, is New Zealand’s largest and most famous native tree. Located midway between Auckland and the Bay of Islands in the warm north of the country, The Kauri Museum tells some of the stories of this amazing tree.

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ar more than a museum of timber, the Museum has stories of the Māori of the north eastern Kaipara, of European pioneers, of foresters and sawmillers, gum diggers and farmers, and of business people, fishers and the families who have made this area their home.

Visitors rave about the museum’s collections, along with the friendly staff, gift shop and onsite café.

Exquisite Kauri Gum

5,000 pieces of golden, honey-coloured, kauri gum glow in the jewel in the Museum’s crown: the best and biggest collection of gum in the world. Currently being redisplayed in a much larger area than previously, the gum shines with the light of the thousands of years it has taken to form. The gum is created when resin (sap) from the trees leaks out through cracks in the bark. Lumps can form over many hundreds of years of a kauri tree’s life, and once hardened and eventually fossilizing, become the gum we see today.

The pieces on display come from a number of collections gathered by local residents. They have been cleaned and polished, and in some cases carved and turned into a range of sculptures and jewellery. While at the Museum you may

um polishing be able to see gum in action (phone first or o see if check on arrival to the polisher is in) and even polish your own piece to hed gum take home. Finished eces and jewellery pieces are also available he to purchase at the Museum Shop. lso The Museum also e cares for a diverse ori collection of Māori s) taonga (treasures) from the Kaipara and Northland.

Pounamu, bone er, and stone, feather, he pieces have been fibre and wood – the gifted into the Museum’s care to preserve and share with visitors. Discover kākahu (traditional Māori woven cloaks), kete (woven baskets), tauihu (waka prow), hei tiki and much more.

A fascinating recreation of a quality 1880-1920 six room home is at the entrance to the Museum. Fully furnished with original decor and lifelike models dressed in period costume, the house is wall to wall with authentic furniture, fittings and ornaments, and is typical of how kauri timber was used for building homes and for making beautiful furniture.

Elsewhere around the Museum is one of the most extensive collections of kauri and antique furniture in New Zealand. From elaborately carved dining furniture and display pieces, through to the simplest home made items, nearly all of the collection is on display.

Fans of big machinery don’t miss out either. The Museum includes a full sized

sawmill, which moves at slow speed so visitors can get up close to see how the mill works. At its centre is a Davey Paxman Portable Steam Engine, built in England in the early 1900s, and one of the last ever made. The engine drives a range of saws for ‘breaking down’ giant kauri logs and converting them into planks.

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WHAT’S AROUND THE CORNER? Waka Kotahi, Police and road safety partners want drivers to make safe driving decisions on Northland’s roads over summer.

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e’re all human and we can all make mistakes, but every one of us also has the power to make the right decisions which will keep the roads safer for everyone.

Be prepared for what might be just around the corner. And no matter how good a driver you are, you never know what’s hiding on the other side of a tight bend.

And Northland has a lot of curves!

Always slow down to observe the recommended speeds on turns and bends.

The recommended speeds are displayed in diamond-shaped yellow sign with an arrow signalling the shape of the turn.

If a huge truck or campervan is coming out of that very corner it will require skills to pass safely. Make sure to slow down and check if it is safe to pass.

Statistics show that over the last six years in Northland, 50 percent of all fatal and serious injury crashes have occurred on a bend. Make sure happy memories are around the corner for you and your family not a tragedy.

We want drivers to be focused, watch following distances and keep speeds

down, so that everybody can arrive alive. A moments distraction can cause a lifetime of change.

The Northland Region’s road toll to date this year is 27. The common factors in most of this year’s fatal crashes have been driving over the speed limit, being impaired and not wearing seatbelts.

In 2020, Northland had 6% of the nation’s fatal crashes, despite having just 3.8% of New Zealand’s population.

How good would it be to have no one die on Northland roads this summer?

How you behave on the road affects everyone around you. It’s up to us all to be prepared for what could be around the corner.

Organise a sober driver before you head out on the road to celebrate this summer.

You never know what is around the corner.

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Top tips for safe driving

DRIVE SAFELY, ARRIVE ALIVE. Slow down and drive to the conditions, always wear your seat belt, drive without distraction, and drive sober.

Stay within the speed limit and keep a safe following distance.

Less speed means less harm. A small change in speed makes a big difference to injury severity in a crash.

Speeding and bad decision-making on the road can have devastating consequences. There will be a lot of traffic on the road so be patient.

How you behave on the road affects everyone around you.

Road safety starts before you get behind the wheel. Stay alert by making sure you are well rested, have eaten and are hydrated, take regular breaks If you are going to drink, don’t drive. Organise a sober driver to pick you up, or use public transport or taxi.

A YEAR IN REVIEW This year has seen many changes in Bream Bay and I would like to take the opportunity to reflect on what, in my view, are the most significant changes and their impact on our community.

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or me the most significant change effecting our community this year has been the closure of the Marsden Point Oil Refinery.

Since the 1960s, the Refinery has been a cornerstone of our Whangarei District’s economy and has played a huge part in providing employment opportunities locally. Overall, the Refinery has contributed approximately 9% to Northland’s economy and 11% to Whangarei District’s economy, every year.

The closing of the Refinery is likely to result in the loss of approximately 300 wellpaying jobs. While a lot of employees have found alternative employment, I am sure the effect of these job losses will not go unnoticed in our community.

On a positive note, this year has seen strong growth in commercial activity and residential housing in Waipu, Ruakaka and One Tree Point. The proposed expansion

of North Port signals positive economic outcomes for our region. From a farming perspective, the pay-out has increased and the season is off to a good start. On a more personal level, we have all done well to cope with another lockdown this year and while there are issues which could divide us moving forward if we let them, I am sure that the community will continue to work together through this difficult time, in the way that we have always worked through other challenges in the past.

As we look to the future, I believe that the Whangarei District Council must turn its attention toward playing its part in providing new business opportunities, with a particular focus on opportunities for young professionals and trades people in Whangarei and surrounding areas. Young professionals and trades people, alongside their families, enrich our whole community by generating demand for a range of services and providing support for our community facilities.

Generating business and attracting young families to Northland should not be difficult as our community has much to offer. There is commercial land readily available for development in Ruakaka and

as mentioned above, this land is already starting to generate new business. A range of new jobs will be created as North Port expands and related industry grows.

The number of businesses located in Whangarei city is growing and the CBD is becoming more vibrant, with the opening of the Hundertwasser Centre further enhancing the waterfront precinct. Our local schools are fantastic and our beaches, along with the recreational opportunity that they offer, are special assets particular to our area.

An integral part of attracting new business is making sure that there is affordable housing in our District. Myself and a small group of councillors on the Housing Task Force are actively looking at options in relation to this. The Council must ensure it has strong relationships with central government as well as the private sector to deliver on this goal.

Whatever aspect of Council business we are pursuing, it goes without saying that the Council must represent all sections of the community fairly and understand its obligations under Te Tiriti O Waitangi and I will be working to ensure that in the year ahead we deliver the best possible

outcomes for the families and whanau of Bream Bay and the Whangarei District.

Have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

Kind regards Ken Couper | Bream Bay Ward Councillor

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The taste of

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Chef Makoto Tokuyama of Cocoro in Ponsonby, Auckland (credits: Rebekah Parsons-King)

NIWA’s Northland Marine Research Centre (NMRC) in Ruakākā has been a thriving centre of aquaculture research for New Zealand for 20 years.

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ith increasing climate variability, growing consumer demand for premium products, and a concern for verifiable environmental credentials, the team at NMRC took on the challenge of bringing new aquaculture opportunities to New Zealand. The work aligns with the Northland Regional Council’s (NRC) ambitions to bring sustainable high worth employment to the region.

Investigations into species such as yellowtail kingfish, with its creamy-white flesh and sweet, rich flavour, identified it’s potential as a premium quality product that could contribute to New Zealand’s food industry in a sustainable way.

In the past, access to yellowtail kingfish has been restricted to seasonal and often sporadic wild catch. Now, thanks to the culmination of over 20 years of development from NIWA’s dedicated aquaculture team, it is farmed on land in Ruakākā. The fish are available year-round and harvested in peak condition.

The commercial phase is well underway, with the team already supplying 30 tonnes per annum to high-end restaurants throughout the North Island through its distributor Leigh Fish. Over periods during lockdown where New Zealand’s restaurants had to close their doors, Leigh Fish also supplied some kingfish to Canada and the USA, giving them a new avenue of demand.

However, NIWA has always wanted to look after New Zealand’s economic interests first, so the decision to prioritise domestic has been made and the fish are snapped up here before being offered offshore. Local Northland restaurants such as the Duke of Marlborough, in its iconic Russell location, and Aqua Restaurant in Whangarei’s new Hundertwasser Art Centre, are two of the many restaurants offering the premium kingfish.

Cocoro creations featuring Ruakākā Kingfish (credits: Rebekah Parsons-King)

The low stress conditions, excellent handling and top-notch flesh quality have impressed even the most discerning of palates. Chef Makoto Tokuyama of Cocoro in Auckland has given his approval, saying “The kingfish is excellently balanced. The texture is firm and crisp with really clean flavour”. Such praise does not come lightly.

The very close and productive relationship between NIWA and Leigh Fish allows clear and immediate feedback from the early market adopters. Reception in the marketplace has been overwhelmingly positive, and any feedback can be quickly applied to ensure continual product development to meet market requirements.

Animal welfare is paramount. The production is constantly monitored and adjusted to maintain the optimal environmental conditions for the fish.

Sustainable feed is sourced from certified

suppliers and specific kingfish diets have been developed. Observations have shown these growing conditions consistently produce fish with ‘healthy’ fat content and good flavour.

NIWA are now moving onto the next phase. In partnership with the Northland Regional Council (NRC), they will work with construction firm CB Civil to build New Zealand’s only commercial scale operating farm using recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS). Completion is expected in 2022 and production of premium farmed Ruakākā kingfish will rapidly increase up to 600 tonnes per annum.

The Northland region stands to benefit hugely from the farm, with new jobs being created directly and indirectly, and promises of further economic development on the cards, as the NRMC site has the capacity to increase production to as much as 3000 tonnes per year.

This is just the beginning for a sustainable and lucrative type of fish farming industry for Northland and the rest of New Zealand.

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n the early summer of 2020 Northpine marked its ‘20 years in business’ milestone by launching a $20,000 annual fund for use within the Bream Bay community. To be known as ‘Stronger Communities’, applications for assistance would be considered four times a year, with the first grants to be made in April 2020. Within a month of the programme’s launch ‘along came Covid’, forcing a delay to proceedings.

Fortunately, the glitch was temporary; the first round of grants was announced in September 2020, with a further five rounds since then, despite lockdown miseries and uncertainties that have come with Covid. In total about $30,000 has been distributed so far.

General manager Bruce Larsen says Stronger Communities is quite separate from the company’s long-term major sponsorships in sport and education.

“Stronger Communities aims to help not-for-profit (NFP) activities, projects and causes that enhance local life in some way.

Grants can be from $250 to a maximum of $1500. Individuals and local groups or organisations can apply.”

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He says Northpine’s business ethos includes a genuine commitment to improving the quality of local life.

“The best way we can do that is to lead by example. We take our community responsibilities very seriously. It’s an excellent way to give back to the people of Bream Bay PURPOSE

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by helping them achieve good things. Covid has certainly added a new dimension to the challenges we all face every day, so we’ll be aiming to ‘keep on keeping on’ with this fund for as long as possible.”

Despite being a manufacturer – and therefore able to operate the sawmill at Level 3 during various lockdowns – navigating the challenges of Covid and the wider business environment has not been smooth sailing for Northpine over the last 18 months.

“Apart from all the uncertainty which makes planning extremely difficult, we’re dealing simultaneously with unprecedented demand issues. Customer focus and satisfaction means everything to us; it’s a constant battle and we have to re-educate merchants, builders and contractors that they now have to place confirmed orders well before their timber is produced. The days of ‘off the shelf’ supply have well and truly gone, at least for the foreseeable future. It will change in time; we just don’t know when.”

5 Waipu resident Peter Gibbs, a former marketing professional, now commits a good deal of his time to helping his local community through such groups as Waipu Lions Club, Waipu Business & Community Inc and Waipu Tennis Club. All three have successfully sought funding from Stronger Communities.

“Waipu Tennis had a huge influx of Juniors this season,” he says. “That’s great for the club but we could not afford coaching for the new ones.

Northpine solved our problem with a Stronger Communities grant, as they did a year earlier for purchasing new tennis nets and balls. They also enabled ‘Promote Waipu’ to run a letterbox decoration competition that replaced our annual Santa Parade, cancelled because of Covid restrictions.”

Whatever the cause or project, whether it is the work of an individual, small group or formal organisation, if it’s going to help the people of Bream Bay, Northpine is always willing to lend a helping hand.

Reach higher, grow stronger Stronger Communities is a funding initiative begun by Northpine in 2020 to help the people of Bream Bay. Grants are made once every three months from applications received each quarter.

Applications for the next round of grants close on 16 February 2022 and will be announced in early March.

December 2021 recipients: Bream Bay Swim Club (prizes); Waipu Tennis Club (Junior coaching programme); Waipu Business & Community Inc (Covid-19 recovery assistance)

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Emily Henderson Every time I visit Bream Bay I am blown away by how fast this area is growing, and yet community spirit is going strong.

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ver the past 20 months, our approach to COVID-19 has served Bream Bay well. With a low number of cases, which we’ve been able to contain, our economy is in good shape.

It is easy to feel like we will always be living in these times, but last time I was in Waipu and read the War Memorial I was reminded of the adversity our grandparents and great grandparents faced. We must remember we are all human, and share the same opponent.

Nowhere in the world has yet eliminated a Delta outbreak. This is our generations call to protect our community.

Our plan will keep New Zealanders safe, while ensuring we can enjoy summer with fewer disruptions and more certainty.

Businesses can safely open, events can go ahead, and people can plan ahead with confidence, because our high vaccination rates mean lockdowns are no longer our main line of defence against COVID. At the time of writing, One Tree Point and Marsden Bay can be proud they are only a few doses away from 90% double

vaccination, protecting their loved ones, and our community.

We know that Covid has affected some industries more than others, and the downsizing of our Refinery been one casualty: unable to compete with new, large-scale, overseas refineries that have better efficiency and lower emissions.

Faced with those conditions, shareholders have decided to convert to an import only terminal. We have been working with stakeholders to alleviate difficulties for families, the community, and find new opportunities for Bream Bays’ future industries.

We understand we need to ensure security of supply, and have done extensive work on the potential geopolitical risks (bearing in mind all fuel refined at Marsden Point are already imported), and consider these to be very low. I understand refining operations are expected to transition between March and June this year, and tank conversions may take 12 to 18 months, which suggests reserve stocks of refined products could be held at Marsden Point from next year.

If we realise our potential, I see Bream Bay as a community that has a strong future in agriculture and horticulture, in the marine industry, and in tourism, embracing

Visiting Ruakaka Primary School to announce new shortterm roll growth class rooms.

new technology while using the bestlocated port in New Zealand to add value to our national supply chain.

Northport has huge potential to drive our future development. A new shipyard and drydock are estimated to require 400 new jobs, and would support the Navy’s partial relocation to Whangārei, and a port extension taking some of the weight off Auckland Port. The Government has already committed to creating a national supply chain strategy focused on the Upper North Island, and has invested in strengthening Northport’s position in that by building the rail spur needed to connect it to the national rail network. At its peak, it’s estimated the Marsden Spur

Rev Thomas Waight from Waipu Presbyterian Church and Peter Blanche working together on Waipu River Walk community-led project.

will employ 200 people in the build, over approximately 5 years.

Meanwhile, as New Zealand transitions away from fossil fuels, sub-tropical Bream Bay gives us an important head-start in adapting to changing climate. Leveraging off expertise in horticulture such as Rohe Produce Ltd which has been granted a $14 million loan from the Provincial Growth fund to build a high-tech tomato hot house for the winter domestic market. It is estimated projects like this would support around 200 construction jobs while the build progresses, and then 110 permanent jobs for the growing operation.

Greater use of digital technology will be a hallmark of commerce in the future.

With fibre available in Waipu, I see the potential for these places to contribute to a higher wage, higher productivity and lower carbon economy. Studies show that high-tech jobs create more indirect jobs than any other industry, and hold the most promise for continued growth.

Thank you, to everyone who is working on the roving check-points, and for those locals and tourists who have been patient, and allowed extra time to travel this summer. Your mahi means we can all look forward to another great summer with more opportunities in 2022.

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