April 4 2017
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Retirement village’s big step by Anna Harding
The expansion of the Maungaturoto riverside rest home and retirement village has begun, with a $1 million eight-person dementia unit spearheading a planned $4 million development project.
Kevin Friedrich: ‘Absolutely thrilled’ Kaipara son and international accordion supremo …
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Living with Parkinson’s
From the left: Northland National candidate Matt King, Health Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman, Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust chair Donald McKay, an ANZ bank representative, Northland District Health Board director Debbie Evans, Northland District Health Board chair Sally Macauley, general manager of Alzheimers Northland Kevin Salmon and Kaipara district councillor Libby Jones
World Parkinson’s Day on April 11, will celebrate 200 years of progress …
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The project was officially launched last week by the Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust and Health Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman. The trustees are confident that construction will be underway as soon as the required consents are finalised. Further stages include more beds and updating the dining and lounge facilities. This is expected to cost an additional $3 million with the trust seeking local support to help fund the development. Trust chairperson Donald McKay said: “We are now in a position where we are having to turn prospective clients away. The challenge for us is to meet the increasing demands.
The road to Passchendaele
After the assault on Arras, the German high command fell back to the heavily defended …
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“The existing facility is the product of the past generosity of people of whom Maungaturoto can be proud. It is this spirit that has built our town and district. “At present, the nearest dementia units are at Waipu, Whangarei and Dargaville. The development of a secure and stable dementia unit in Maungaturoto will allow local families to stay together for longer and provide welcome respite care to relieve caring families.” Mr Coleman said the government has a ‘preventative focus’ to keep people healthy and able to stay in their own home for longer. He also commended the trust “for their vision, drive to deliver
and community spirit. It’s something we need in communities right across the country.” Chair of the Northland District Health board Sally Macauley highlighted the importance of “keeping our old folks and loved ones in the community they have lived in.” The general manager of Alzheimers Northland, Kevin Salmon, said that within a 25km radius of the village, they know of 42 people living with dementia. The launch began with a welcome from Maungaturoto Primary School kapa haka group and ended with a tour of the village and a blessing from local clergy.
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April 4 - 2017
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Walkers take a moment to relax on the ‘Tomarata Lakes Walk’ during the 18th annual Mangawhai Walking Weekend. Around 1,600 people took part and organiser Dorothy Freeman said the success of the weekend was measured on the “really positive feedback responses we received from participants and over 170 guides and other supporters.”
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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER April 4 - 2017
by Anna Harding
Ruawai College recently acknowledged students who excelled in their NCEA endeavours last year. The formal assembly, attended by peers and families, saw 19 students awarded with certificates for completing their NCEA level one and two qualifications with merit, excellence or a subject endorsement. The awards were followed by a piano item by year 12 student Harriet Spoelstra, who along with year 13 student Zara Marychurch, achieved an excellence endorsement, which in previous years has been awarded to less than ten percent of students nationwide. Zara said that getting the endorsement “felt really good, like all my hard work throughout the year had paid off. The teachers are really good at helping me track my credits and Ruawai College students Zara Marychurch and Harriet Spoelstra with their excellence keeping me informed so I knew endorsement certificates which classes I had to work harder in.” are an inspiration to others to achieve When asked what motivates her, and aim for excellence. It was very Harriet said “I enjoy my classes and important to acknowledge the excellent want to work to the best of my ability. I results that our students are achieving have formed good relationships with my but more importantly to acknowledge teachers and they are all supportive of their hard work and effort.” me and help me where they can.” After finishing school, both girls Principal Raeleen Harré said “it feels have university in their sights with Zara fantastic” to have so many students do interested in architecture and Harriet so well. They are great role models and still deciding.
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Kevin Friedrich: ‘Absolutely thrilled’ by Paul Campbell
Kaipara son and international accordion supremo, Kevin Friedrich, received an Honorary Citizen Award from Mayor Greg Gent at last Sunday’s sellout concert at the Lighthouse Function Centre. Born and raised in Dargaville, Kevin travels back each year from his base in New York to host the community fundraising event. “I was absolutely thrilled by this award. With my passion for the area — my heart is here,” he said. “My mum, brother and sister and their family are all here. It is home.” He added it was Kevin Friedrich and Mayor Greg Gent appropriate the concerts were held against the background has meant a number of improvements of the Dargaville Museum accordion have been made at the museum. exhibit. “We got the concert ball “He is also inspirational in that a rolling and this year was the 10th local boy can rise to the top of his craft consecutive event. It’s wonderful to worldwide and once again proves that with motivation and dedication anything have this award to mark that.” Mr Gent said Kevin has done a huge is possible. Although Kevin lives in amount for the museum, arranging New York, it’s very clear when talking the concerts each year. “Just by him to him that his heart has never left doing that helps to attract the very the Kaipara.” Concert review: Page 9. best talent. The money he has raised
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April 4 - 2017
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Movies turn three
Keeping on with Kumarani
by Joanna Manson
by Anna Harding
The Kaiwaka movie theatre run by local volunteers has celebrated its third birthday.
As well as planning for its upcoming spirit of Matariki show and a open day, Circus Kumarani is calling for new board members and keen people to get involved.
Left to right: Amanda, Dave, Alistair, Penny and Ad wearing their new polo shirts
Operating out of the Kaiwaka Memorial Hall, the volunteers are passionate about bringing the community together through the love of film. “We try and create a nice warm atmosphere to make the experience as enjoyable as possible. It’s about bringing the community together and using our community asset — the Kaiwaka Memorial Hall,” said volunteer Ad Clarijs. The movies generate enough income to help towards hall maintenance and upkeep. Ad says that a number of local groups had successfully used
the movies as a way of fundraising for upcoming events. In celebration of their three-year anniversary, the team of volunteers revealed new polo shirts designed to identify staff members. The team has also introduced some giant cushions that are designed and made by a few members of the Kaiwaka community, which are brought out for children’s matinees and have so far received positive feedback. Coming up, the Kaiwaka Movies will be running ‘Hacksaw Ridge’ as a special ANZAC Day movie with all proceeds going to the Hakaru RSA.
From the Left: Chairperson Olly Knox, general manager Abbe Clarke, circus teachers Lisa Lu and Mat Merle
Currently there’s three on the board, with one standing down soon. Three is the minimum needed at monthly meetings to approve motions. Being a board member involves a monthly meeting, with attending and helping out at productions and Thursday jam sessions optional. The next AGM is on Wednesday, April 5 at 5.30pm for anyone who is interested. THERE IS A FULL TIME PRIVATE CLINIC IN WHANGAREI, RUN BY WOMEN FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH PROBLEMS
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An open day and kids’ easter egg hunt is also coming up at the centre on Saturday, April 15, 3–7pm. “It will be a good opportunity for anyone who’s ever thought they might want to be involved to come along and check out the centre,” said chairman Olly Knox. Matariki show preparations are also underway and weekly fire dancing classes have started up for it. They are open to all abilities, and performing in the show is optional. They are on Wednesday nights, 7.30pm, at the centre on 15 Onslow street. Classes cost $15. Olly has been involved with the circus for more than seven years and says that “I love what the organisation brings to the community. It’s the creativity, the colour and the different types of art that are brought together — music, theatre, making props and costumes. It’s not just for the creative people, it’s also for those who want to be more creative as well. “People in the community love what we do, but sometimes they don’t take that next step to be part of it. We’ve lost numbers so we need fresh interest and people to get involved.” For more information ring the general manager on 09 439 5152 or 021 149 3860.
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Promising Mangawhai junior Belinda May shows a deft touch around the green on her way to an impressive 74 at the Mangawhai Pro-Am golf tournament. She was joined at the one-day event by 120 players, including 29 professionals, in pursuit of the top prizes.
Mayor’s Message Council needs to approve its Annual Plan (budget) for the 2017/18 year (the Plan). The Plan, by law, has to be set in context with the Long Term Plan (LTP). Our draft for consultation meets that test. I would encourage you to have a look at the Plan and provide your feedback to us or attend one of the meetings we are holding throughout the district. Key changes include a lower debt level than projected in the LTP, driven by a number of factors including the settlement with the Auditor-General and greater income from resource consents as a result of a larger than predicated amount of activity in this area. As we continue to move more of these functions “inhouse” rather than pay contractors or consultants, staff numbers are projected to increase by seven. Like those of you who operate a business, KDC is also faced with more and more compliance requirements, which in part also put upward pressure on staff numbers; health and safety requirements, food outlet monitoring and alcohol regulations are some examples. Your Councillors are proposing a rates increase of 2.65%, 1% less than the LTP but more in line with CPI for the local government sector. Debt is projected to drop by another $3 million in the year as we continue to push this down to manageable levels. The Uniform Annual General Charge (a fixed amount charged for each property in the district) will increase by $20 per rating unit but still be below the maximum allowable. We aim to spend $1.3 million more on roading than provided for in the LTP.
This sum will allow some capital works catch up while returning to historic maintenance levels. More information about the Plan and the Consultation Document are available on the Council website www. kaipara.govt.nz by clicking on ‘Annual Plan 2017/2018 Consultation’ under Quick Links on the home page. You can also collect these from Council offices or from attending any of the roundtable feedback meetings. Roundtable locations and times are as follows: • Paparoa War Memorial Hall 4 April at 6pm • Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall (Dargaville Town Hall) 5 April at 6pm • Maungaturoto Centennial Hall 6 April at 6pm • Mangawhai Senior Citizens Hall 7 April at 6pm • Kaiwaka Sports Complex 12 April at 6pm • Ruawai/Tokatoka War Memorial Hall 13 April at 10am • Kaihu Hall — 13 April at 1.30pm. If you cannot make the roundtables, please give feedback via our online submission form at www.kaipara. govt.nz or collect a feedback form from Council offices in Dargaville or Mangawhai. The period to give feedback closes at 4.30pm on Tuesday 18 April 2017. Your Councillors welcome your feedback before we set the Plan in stone at our June meeting. Greg Gent Mayor
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Where It’s Easy to Live ANNUAL PLAN 2017/2018
Fees and Charges for 2017/2018
Council will be holding round-tables in April to discuss the consultation document and get your feedback on the plan and projects. The round-tables will start with a welcome from the Mayor and then there is an open forum to talk with staff and Councillors.
You can find out all the details on our website – www.kaipara.govt.nz – or you can get hard copies of the fees and charges document and submission forms at our offices:
Kaipara District Council would like to hear from you about the Annual Plan for 2017/2018.
The consultation document can be found on the website www.kaipara.govt.nz and if you are unable to attend the round-tables you can also submit your feedback online, via email or in writing. Locations and times of round-tables:
Kaipara District Council is setting its fees and charges for 2017/2018. Some are proposed to reduce, others to increase. We would like to hear from you about the changes.
Telephone us at: 0800 727 059 Email us at: council@kaipara.govt.nz Or call in to : 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.
• Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall (Dargaville Town Hall) - Wednesday 5 April at 6pm • Maungaturoto Centennial Hall - Thursday 6 April at 6pm • Mangawhai Senior Citizens Hall – Friday 7 April at 6pm • Kaiwaka Sports Complex – Wednesday 12 April at 6pm • Ruawai Memorial Hall - Thursday 13 April at 10am • Kaihu Hall - Thursday 13 April at 1.30pm
Please send your submissions to:
Please submit any feedback by 4.30pm Tuesday 18 April 2017.
Your submission must be received by Friday 21 April 2017.
Calling all Retired Engineers
Capital Grants and Contracts for Service – Have Your Say
Do you have a background in civil engineering site works and would like to oversee quality developments in your own backyard? Kaipara District Council is looking for someone who is available to work two days per week on a casual basis in the eastern part of Kaipara. You will be inspecting roading, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure to ensure that development requirements are met. So if you have: • A civil engineering background. • Computer skills. • A driver’s licence. • A desire to be part of a friendly team who are committed to making Kaipara a place where it’s easy to live. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU TODAY Call Ruth on 021 0200 7726 or email your CV to rhamon@kaipara.govt.nz
“Fees and Charges” Kaipara District Council Private Bag 1001 Dargaville 0340 Or by email at council@kaipara.govt.nz or go online to www.kaipara.govt.nz
In accordance with Council’s Community Assistance Policy, Council is seeking community feedback on applications for Capital Grants and Contract for Services, which will be used to help inform Council of community thoughts and preferences. Go to Council’s Grants and Funds webpage: www.kaipara.govt.nz/Your+Council/Grants+and+Funds.html to see the Capital Grants and Contract for Services applications received by Council and have your say. When providing feedback it is helpful if you include the reason why you think an activity or activities should be supported or not. Feedback is required to be with Council by 4.30pm Friday 14 April 2017 Email us at: council@kaipara.govt.nz ; or Write to: Contracts for Service, Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville, 0340
Historic Snippets
Proposed Plan Change No. 4 Fire Safety Rules (Land Use)
April 1917 Extract from Dargaville Borough Council Minutes ≈ Council received a letter from Mr H Cliffe with reference to the flooding of this property in Factory Road Mangawhare.
Kaipara District Council would like to thank all of those who have provided us with a submission or a further submission on this proposed plan change which closed at 4:30pm on Monday 03 April 2017.
≈ Council received a letter from Mr Yuen Chin, Duck Creek calling attention to the serious flooding of his market garden in time of heavy rain. ≈ Council authorised gas connections to two houses being erected for the Kaipara Steamship Company in Hokianga Road.
Next steps include the Council holding a hearing with Resource Management Commissioners who will hear the submissions. Anyone who has made a submission or further submission, and who has indicated that they wish to be heard, will have the right to attend the hearing and to present their submission or further submission.
≈ Council authorised the laying of a 2 inch water service pipe on the Dargaville Wharf in lieu of the 1 inch pipe previous sanctioned. ≈ Read letter from Mr JH Rogers Mangawhare renewing application for gas connection to his residence – referred to Gasworks Committee.
Open Fire Season
Pursuant to Section 22(2) of the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977, effective from 11 March 17, Kaipara District Council and Whangarei District Council declare an Open Fire Season in force.
After the hearing the Commissioners will make their recommendations to Council to issue a decision on the proposed plan change. On receiving notice of a decision on their submission or further submission, any person may appeal the decision to the Environment Court for further consideration if they disagree with or are dissatisfied with the decision made by the Council.
The “Open” status applies to all Kaipara District Council areas but does not apply to any areas administered by the Department of Conservation.
Council Meetings April 2017
Anyone lighting a fire during the open fire season is reminded that they may still be held liable for the consequences, including costs arising from the fire and care must be taken to avoid fire spread.
10:00am Tuesday 4 April, Council Meeting.
Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.
2:00pm Tuesday 4 April, Taharoa Domain Governance Committee.
Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.
Kevin Ihaka Principal Rural Fire Officer.
WATER RESTRICTIONS HAVE BEEN LIFTED
Due to the recent rain and the increase in water supply levels the water restrictions previously imposed on residents connected to the Dargaville and Baylys Beach public water supply have been lifted. Kaipara District Council would like to thank you all for your effort in saving water and using water sensibly while our water levels were at a low level. Residents are still asked to conserve water in the district to avoid the imposing of future restrictions. Please refer to the “Be water wise” website (bewaterwise.org.nz) for Water saving tips.
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Making a splash
Living with Parkinson’s
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Kauri Coast youth group Zeal have organised a family day on April 8, filled with land and water based activities and called The Big Splash.
World Parkinson’s Day on April 11, will celebrate 200 years of progress in understanding Parkinson’s, its treatment and the journey to find a cure.
Members of the Kauri Coast youth group ZEAL
Paparoa woman Anne Shank was diagnosed with the medical condition over five years ago and takes each day as it comes. Anne was the driving force that helped convert the old Paparoa bowling green into a community garden and arts space known as ‘Arty Farty’. It’s here that she spends most of her time tending to the food bank garden and ultimately keeping herself busy with artwork. Parkinson’s community educator Barbara Leslie, says that Anne’s busy lifestyle is a credit to managing her condition as Anne Shank and Parkinson’s New Zealand community educator, Barbara Leslie well as her ability to retain a sense of humour. answers,” said Anne. Barbara supports “The best thing to do is exercise, 60 clients in the lower Northland area keep your mind active, try to do new and holds a support group in Dargaville things everyday, and keep a good diet.” once every two months. Anne’s advice is to “never give up, “There are still a number of people in just do what you can to manage” no Kaipara that have Parkinson’s that we matter how bad things may seem. know about and we encourage them to “Barbara is our connection and get in touch,” she said. support. When we do see her it’s really Parkinson’s can remain undiagnosed good to talk especially when you are for a number of years and diagnosis is sick of doctors and hospitals not giving largely based on personal history.
As part of their ‘loving our community’ campaign, members of ZEAL came up with the idea to host a family-friendly community event at the Dargaville Kauri Coast Swimming Pool. “ZEAL approached the pool management who were more than happy to be involved,” said youth leader Chris Fulop. The pool will only charge a koha entry fee for the day as well as supplying all staff. The Big Splash will combine family fun with games and sports activities with many prizes up for grabs as well as a free sausage sizzle. “Sport Northland
was the catalyst for putting this together and we are hoping to bring many of our ZEAL games along to the day. We will mix the events with water and the surrounding grounds — it may even include a water race with parents having to tow kids behind them,” he said. ZEAL youth group currently has 35 young members and 10 adults who will all be helping to make the day a success along with a number of local sponsors. The event will kick off 11am–5pm and following the day’s activities a night-time event called ‘Zeal Explode’ will be held for youngsters.
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REVIEW
Wonderful memories made
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by Anna Harding
A sold-out show saw a packed Lighthouse Function Centre on Sunday afternoon to see the tenth Kevin Friedrich and Friends annual show, A Trip Down Memory Lane. The audience was treated to music from the Auckland Accordion Symphonietta, 11-year-old vocalist Kate Cotching, local pianist Nolene Osbaldiston, former local Deborah Orr on the pipes and Garth Mackay on the drums, vocalist, accordionist and conductor Lionel Reekie, The Eccentric Ukes from Matakohe, Ben Emmett Accordions Reunion Ensemble, flautist Pippa Howes and pianist Matt Watson. Then came Sax ’n Sister Act Two, vocalist Alanah Jones and The Starlight Duo, The Dargaville Tamburica Orchestra, The Martin Family Strings, The River Town Singers and Take Five. Towards the end of the show Kevin along with Lionel, Alanah, the Martin family, The River Town Singers and Take Five played a series of accordion, vocal and string pieces with various dancers. Ken Cashin also added nostalgia with a video that looked back over the last ten years of concerts, keeping in with the ‘trip down memory lane’ theme. Overall the crowd seemed to enjoy the afternoon, and were certainly left in awe of the wonderful talent of Kevin Friedrich and his friends once again.
The extension of Northpower Fibre’s ultrafast broadband fibre network throughout Whangarei and Kaipara Districts will begin in a matter of weeks thanks to the Government’s UFB2 initiative. Northpower has secured contracts to build UFB networks in 12 Kaipara and Whangarei towns – Kaiwaka, Mangawhai Village, Mangawhai Heads, Maungaturoto, Paparoa, Ruawai, Dargaville, Waipu, Ruakaka, One Tree Point, Waikaraka and Hikurangi. The four year project will cost around $30 million.
The Rivertown Singers, Take five, Kevin and The Martin Family Strings
The first town to benefit from UFB will be Hikurangi. The build starts in April. This will be followed by Waipu in June – with residents of theese towns able to connect to the UFB fibre before Christmas. One Tree Point’s UFB network build begins in July, Dargaville West will be underway in January 2018, Ruakaka in March 2018 and Mangawhai Village in September 2018. Dargaville East will begin to receive fibre from February 2019, followed by Mangawhai Heads South in March 2019 and Mangawhai Heads North in August 2019.
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Kevin with the Sax ‘n Sister Act Two members — Joan Emmett Brown playing the accordion, Linda Emmett Litt on the drums and Stewart Stevenson playing the saxophone
Kevin Friedrich on the accordion
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World War One Centennary The road to Passchendaele by Andy Bryenton
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After the assault on Arras, the German high command fell back to the heavily defended Hindenburg Line, a massively fortified tench network bristling with machine gun posts and tank traps. Desperate to strike a hammer blow before reinforcements came from the east, the Allies planned an assault deep into Belgium. The first strike came at Messines, beginning with a massive explosion of underground mines at 3am, June 7. Anzac II Corps were ordered to push forward to take the village of Messines itself, as it was known that the hardened Kiwi and Aussie troops excelled at house-to-house fighting. Part of the plan was to employ a ‘creeping barrage’ to shield the advance. This meant that gunners far to the rear would fire a curtain of shells over the heads of the marching Anzacs. The Germans knew that if the only means of communication — a cable telephone system — was cut, those gunners might mistime the precise barrage, shelling their own men. It was up to the men of the Anzac Cyclist Battalion to ride into no man’s land on bicycles and keep the cable connected, often under sniper fire. These same men laid wooden ‘duckboards’ across the churned up morass of wire and mud to aid the advance. Kiwi rifleman Samuel Frickleton was presented with the Victoria Cross for his
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World War One Centennary The tunnels of Arras by Andy Bryenton
By 1917 the New Zealand Expeditionary force had a new name and a new mission. Now part of Anzac Corps, the veterans of Gallipoli were entrenched on the Western Front, preparing for a spring offensive aimed to turn the tide. Time was running out for a speedy resolution to the war, as Russia’s communist revolution had seen the old Tsarist empire collapse, providing thousands of German reinforcements to come west and face the Allies. Field Marshall Haig wanted to break the line decisively, and it was at Arras, on April 9 100 years ago that the blow was struck. Arras was unique because the old French town was built on top of chalk and limestone caverns. These had been excavated in ancient times and used as everything from quarries to sewers to dungeons. Now a special company of soldiers would turn them into a secret base, a forward command post, and finally a means of sneak attack. The men of the New Zealand Tunnelling Company were drawn from coal and gold miners, foresters and gum diggers. They
came under the command of the army’s engineers, and they worked in impossible conditions, under German shelling, to turn the underside of Arras into a warren of caves concealing tens of thousands of Allied troops. The Germans were aware of underground action and sent their own miners to disrupt the work. A bitter war of counter-diggings and sabotage claimed the lives of 41 Anzac tunnellers, with 151 badly wounded. By April 9 1917 the tunnels of Arras contained telephone switchboards, medical facilities and long assault shafts leading under no man’s land to the enemy trenches. Heavy bombardment smashed the town above, but below, the men of the Tunnelling Company completed a series of galleries which are still named after their home towns — Wellington, Christchurch,
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Russell, Auckland, Blenheim, Dunedin and Nelson. When the assault began, charges were blown and troops surged from the secret tunnels, driving the German forces back. It was not the decisive blow desired, as the enemy fell back to pre-prepared
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Dining & ENTERTAINMENT Easter holiday treats by Andy Bryenton
As the nights draw in and the temperature drops for autumn, there’s a whole lot of fun on the way — in the form of holidays, big events and new season’s flavours to enjoy. Ball season comes early this year for Dargaville High School, with the big night slated for late April. Preparations are in full swing as all the necessary pieces of an enchanted evening fall into place — new tailored suits and elegant dresses, classic cars to arrive in and stylish hair and nails are as much a part of this long-standing tradition as learning the steps of some classic ballroom dances. Easter is just around the corner too, with a long weekend to boot — and this means it’s time to stock up on seasonal chocolate treats for the kids. The Aratapu Tavern is pulling out all the stops this year again to host an Easter party for young and old — in fact two big parties in one day. First it’s games, prizes, face painting and lots of chocolate eggs to find for the little
ones, then a second Easter shindig for grown-ups that night. Elsewhere around the region the tastes of summer are turning to those of autumn. Pumpkins and squash, capsicums and chillies, fresh kumara and fresh seafood from the harbour make up the flavour palette of the season. Try for yourself a true local delicacy — take a fresh fillet of gurnard and place it on an oiled sheet of foil about the size of a piece of A4 paper. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt, then rub with a teaspoon of crushed ginger and two of garlic. Slice chillies or capsicum thinly on top along with red onions, heat the oven to 190°C and wrap the whole parcel up inside for 15 minutes. Serve on a bed of fresh kumara mash for a zesty early autumn treat.
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FARMING A dog’s tail …
Taking water ter tha bank “Y’no Dog, ya gotta wunder what the govmint is up to,” seda Boss as he got out his bottil of cold water, an pored some inter his hat for me ter hava drink, wile he drank more from a bottil. We was down by the boundry stream atta back ofa proppity after checkin’ all troffs ter see the stock had plinty of water. Boss unwrapped some sanniches then, an we hada rest under a willer tree.
I got half a sannie. Cheese an’ ham too. Yum. “Nah Dog, I was just thinkin about that oufit ina Souf Island, wots trytin’ ter sell our water ovesees. Wen yer look at it, it’s munny fer old rope if yer can just bottil it for free, an’ then sell it ter a dry country fer losts of dollas.” I scored anuther crust an lissined. Where was Boss goin’ with this? “Yes, Dog, ya gotta figure who owns tha water.
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See hear” an Boss pointied to the pump shed ona river bank, “we gotta good river an’ we git plinty of water for free ter look afra the stock ona proppitty. “Wot if sumone comes along an’ decides ter stick it in a bottil and then sell it oversees for big money. Well, it’s like havin’ yer own goldmine eh? Boss cood see me lookin’ a bit puzzild, but jus’ then, his gerfrend Sharlene came up, ridin’ her new horse. She come an’ sat by tha river, an’ Boss showed her the newspapa wot was wrapped round the sanniches. “Look hear deah.” So Sharlene read in her skoolteecher voice: “A group of West Coast locals hoping to get rich by selling some of New Zealand’s most pristine water are at the final consent hurdle of a plan to extract and sell water from, mountain lakes in Mount Aspiring National Park.” “Yeah,” seda Boss. “Free water ter mak big bucks.” But then Sharlene went on: “More than 16,000 people have opposed the plans but the company says the water extraction won’t have any significant impact on the environment or water
supply.’ “Still,” seda Boss. Wot’s goin’ on wen water is free anyway. The govmint should jus’ say it’ll sell tha water for us kiwis. Then we woodint havta pay tax, an’ we’d get plinty of munny for health care and suchlike. Then Sharlene got out her new fone, wich she sez konnects to the interthingy. She pressed sum buttins, an’ then said. “Says in this article here: If we sold one litre of water per day to 10 per cent of the Chinese population at an export value of $1 per litre, then we would be extremely wealthy. The annual export income returns would be $55 billion per year. The amount of water required is about one per cent of the water we use on irrigating agriculture.” “Well then,” seda Boiss. “Wot is the guvmint doing? Its not rokit science eh? Sell water, not milk. Then the waterways won’t get farm pollushin. We kin retire an’ go fishin forever.” Boss hada dreamy look. Sharlene give me a wink ana pat. “Yes deah”, she sed wiv a chuckil. Cheers readas. Billy
WINTER IS COMING...
Book in early, before the winter rush! We service all makes & models of 2 wheelers, side-by-sides & quads. THEY’RE ROLLING OUT THE DOOR! WE HAD 19 OF EACH, NOW THEY’RE NEARLY GONE.
Ph 09 439 8248 Beach Rd, Dargaville
What we haven’t got we can get!
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Grab one before you’re too late at our NEW LOOK Dargaville store! DA R GAV I L L E
• Roading • Quarrying • House Sites Bulldozers • Graders • Motorscrapers • Trucks • Excavators • Scoops • Rollers
All prices include GST • Finance available • Normal lending criteria applies
We supply • All grades of oil • Filters • Vehicle Parts 47 Edward Street, Dargaville • Ph: 09 439 5838 • admin@wilsonearthmoving.co.nz
Dargaville Honda Authorised Honda Dealer
Jervois Street, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 1089
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by Andy Bryenton
Ag & Mulch Contracting
There are few views from the ‘office’ better than the one enjoyed by Dargaville motorcycle and ATV repair mechanic Patrick Lumby. Out the doors of his workshop the rolling hills which frame the Northern Wairoa River march away in shades of green to the horizon — the workplace and playground of countless off-road riders. It’s these people — the farmers, the motocross enthusiasts and the hunters — who form the bulk of Patrick’s customer base for his new business, All Bikes. The name says it all — if it rolls on knobbly tyres then this experienced technician has the tools and the talent to keep it purring like it’s factory fresh. Coming from a long background as a bike enthusiast, Patrick has learned his trade piece by piece, starting with his own machines and branching out to encompass all makes and models. Recently he’s swapped his previous logistics career for one on the tools full time, following the philosophy that if you’re doing what you love you’ll never really be at ‘work’. The strands of the business have come together smoothly, with the availability of parts, tyres and lubricants made easy by modern communications. Nearly any part for any quad or bike can be sourced overnight, meaning a quick turnaround. With a pickup and drop-off service available for customers in the west Kaipara, Patrick’s business is getting a reputation for swift service.
• Shelter–Belts, • Blackberry • Bush • Sections • etc
Liquid Fertiliser Application Ph Steve: 027 943 5595 Patrick Lumby has turned his passion for bikes and quads into a thriving rural business in Dargaville
With future plans for an expanded workshop and a growing demand in the market, All Bikes is moving up. A look around the workshop reveals everything from big KTM and Suzuki motocross bikes through to kids bikes and farming quads being given a little TLC ready for winter — the next big seasonal challenge on the farm. If you’re heading into the mud, cold and rain with lots of chores to tackle, a call to Patrick could be just the right idea.
DARGAVILLE
• Farm & Recreational, Quads + Bikes • Quality ATV & Motorbike tyres • General Service to Full rebuild • Gst Registered • Free Pickup + Delivery Opening hours: Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm 168 Hillstone Road, RD 4 Dargaville
170amp MMa-tig dc welder $
477.39+gst
as3000fg automatic helmet
112.17+gst
Excavators & Trucks Dams Drainage General Excavations Building Sites
ALL BIKES Phone Patrick Lumby: 027 201 8625
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Ruawai
Mulching of: • Gorse • Grass,
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specialised inox ultra thin cutting wheels From
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Give up! Each success only buys an admission ticket to a more difficult problem!
Ph: 09 439 7335
KNOWLEDGE IS THE KEY TO OUR SUCCESS Farrand & Mason have a strong history of training top engineers. But now we’re proud to pass on another strand of our expertise, welcoming Ivan as Northlands first Competenz trained apprentice locksmith. We’re helping build a secure future for Dargaville!
Farrand & Mason Ltd
GENERAL & PRECISION ENGINEERS ONLINE CATALOGUE VISIT: www.tradezone.co.nz
Call Tim 021 766 129 or Call Gavin 021 766 130 or Call Glen 021 766 136
Pay attention!
around road works
AUTOMOTIVE
Locksmith
KEY & TRANSPONDER
HOME, FARM & BUSINESS
COPYING, CUTTING &
KEY CUTTING & LOCK
REPLACEMENT
REPLACEMENT
Farrand & Mason Ltd
GENERAL & PRECISION ENGINEERS
PADlocks
CHAINS
&SECURITY
Phone: 09 439 7335 Normanby Street, Dargaville
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IT’S OUR AWESOME APRIL PRICE BLITZ! ON THE BIG NAMES IN ELECTRONICS FOR THE BEST SERVICE COME IN & SEE OUR TEAM
Craig Talk to me about big screens, big sound & satellite TV...“I’m the home cinema guru!”
Trudi See me in store for great advice on appliances to make your home energy efficient & better to live in!
NR-BR34AMSAU
Urban Cool Design Fridge on Top Refrigerator. • 342 litre capacity • 54kg • W600 x D629 x H1724 mm
• $1,499 Stainless Steel • $1,399 White
For a limited time
$899
NA-140VG4WAU
Large Capacity 10kg Fully Automatic washing machine
Charlie There’s nothing too high-tech for me to explain, supply & configure...“For the truly modern home & lifestyle.
McKays 2015
• Econavi and Inverter Technology • 10kg load capacity • Energy Rating – 4.5 Stars • Water Rating – 4.5 Stars
• Was $1,799
For a limited time
$1,379 DARGAVILLE 87 Victoria Street
Ameet The ace appliance repair professional, who makes sure our customers are well looked after.
Ph: 09 439 8305
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GET YOUR WATER BLASTING DONE BEFORE WINTER HITS Let Muddy Thumbs blast the muck away
Try our water blasting service before winter sets in we do house, fences and concrete Call now for a no obligation free quote!
Before
After
MUDDY THUMBS Gardening
Call or text Matt 021 111 0595
or email muddythumbs@gmail.com
Kaipara Service Directory ALL BIKES DARGAVILLE
• Farm & Recreational, Quads + Bikes • Quality ATV & Motorbike tyres • General Service to Full rebuild • Gst Registered • Free Pickup + Delivery
ATJ
SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE
ENGINEERING (2002) LTD PH/FAX 09 439 7392 MOB 027 414 1250 PUKEKO ST DARGAVILLE 0310 batythomas@xtra.co.nz
• Rollers 1.5 - 13 tonne • Diggers 1-20 tonne • Site dumpers 1-10 tonne • Loaders, Trailers, Plate Compactors etc
Call the team at ATJ for your hire needs
Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 0493 4 Morrosion Drive, Warkworth
• All general engineering requirements • Suppliers of Waikato Milking Systems • Lowara Pumps • Hi Tech Effluent Systems
Phone Patrick Lumby: 027 201 8625 Collections, Adjustments & Repairs in store
CONTRACT FENCING
OPTOMETRISTS
PETER BLACKWELL 021 295 9647
C&C Contract Electrical DARGAVILLE
Thursdays 10-4pm at Noise Co.
106A Victoria St Dargaville Call 09 438 3509
Craig Burrell • Registered Electrician
Phone Craig 021 534 882 • Bookings 021 440 634
Tim & Sharlene Lord Office 09 439 8048 Fax 09 439 8049 office@hartfunerals.co.nz
• Pest Control • Carpets & Upholstery • Interior and Exterior Home Cleaning Cnr Gladstone Street & Victoria Street Dargaville
CALL CHRIS HICKEY ON 027 561 1719 email: fencingspecialists.nz@gmail.com
ALL ASPECTS OF FARM & LIFESTYLE BLOCK FENCING & MAINTENANCE INCLUDING:
e-mail - kaiparacleaningco@farmside.co.nz Facebook - www.facebook.com/kaiparacleaningco
• Post & Batten • Entrances • Post & Rail • Retaining Walls • Stock Yards • Riparian Lots • Netting • Subdivisions
Phone 021 114 6729 www.kaiparacleaningco.co.nz
Kaipara Flooring Co. Independently Owned & Operated 32 Hurndall Street East Maungaturoto Full Supply & Installation Service Carpet, Vinyl, Vinyl Planking, Wood Laminate Flooring, Stockist of 2m & 3m wide vinyl and Carpet Short Ends. Residential & Commercial Q Card Finance Approved. 6–18 month terms. 6 Mths interest free.
Top Quality Installation Service
For a freeServices measure &are quote ph Christine MacJimray Septic Cleaning the (09) 9886 or 021 515 415 septic tank cleaning specialists in946 your district. www.kaiparaflooring.co.nz email: kaiparaflooring@gmail.com Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.
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Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning Septic & Sewerage Treatment Systems
Don’t let your septic tank become costly - service it now!
Les Sweeney Builders • New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions
Les Ph: 0274 972 929 A/H: 09 439 7524
New patients welcome! love your smile 30 Hokianga Road Dargaville | Ph 09 439 8170 email: hokiangaroad@lumino.co.nz | lumino.co.nz
FREE delivery, pick up and we maintain if required. Short term or long term. Treadmills, Rowers Crosstrainers, Exercise bikes, Freezers, Whiteware, even Entire Houselots. Call us on 0800
111 313 or visit mrrental.co.nz
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Kaipara Service Directory Northland Laser Drainage Ltd
Make Your Life easier! use our services now!
Neil Carter Trading as
Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth) All Services & Maintenance Available
• Pipe & Steel Supplies • LTNZ Approved Workshop • General, Agricultural & Structural Engineering • Mobile Welding Services • General Repairs & Maintenance • 2 Ton Gantry Crane • Plate Roller, Profile Cutter & Press Brake • de-CRAP-it®, Landplane®, Serious Incinerator® • Field Rollers, Water Carts • Kumara Gear
PO Box 1174, Whangarei Ph 09 434 7741 Mobile 027 273 6865
Newman Engineering (2004) LTD Ph 09 439 5065 Dargaville www.newmanengineering.co.nz
HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS
PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON (09) 439 0707 OR 027 437 6521
1279 S/H 14, MAUNGATAPERE
MARGARET & JOHN BISHOP
SUE CRUMP TRAVEL BROKER For all your glass and glazing needs. • Competitive rates • Mobile EFTPOS • Free mileage Dargaville to Ruawai
Previously United Travel Dargaville
Health and Safety System Management Services
Call Alastair Goodland
Ph: 09 439 8303 Mob: 021 268 7006 Dargaville, NZ
FAST GLASS SERVICE
System Drivers Ltd
for Local, Independent, Professional Health & Safety Advice. p: 09 435 1555 m: 022 013 0506 e: systemdriversltd@gmail.com
sue@youwhangarei.co.nz
Phone Kyle | 09 439 2979 or 021 137 6353
Engineering : Construction : Manufacturing : Rural : Quarrying : Contracting
Ed’s Floorsanding Tu Christey Massage Therapist
Tuesday: 9am – 5.30pm
Diploma in Massage, MNZ Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho) “Get rid of your aches & pains, maintain your well being” Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy, Relaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage
New and Old Floors Carpet and Vinyl Preparation Quality Solvent & Water based Coating
SATISFACTION GUARANTEED
Phone: (09) 439 6518 Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: tuthemt@gmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz
0274 914 091
or 09 436 3929 www.floorsandingnorth.co.nz
CLASSIFIEDS
Acupuncturist, Osteopath,
Monday: 9am – 6pm Wednesday: 8.30am – 5pm 42 Normanby Street, Dargaville (Old post office building)
09 438 3144 www.wtp.co.nz
Phone 09 439 6933
Closing date for classified advertising for the 11 April 2017 edition is 10am Monday 10 April 2017
For Sale
Wanted
Storage
Property Maintenance
$109.95 GATES – Eurocorp Economy Barred 12ft Imported Gate, $109.95 (incl. GST), incredible value! FARMLANDS, Dargaville (09) 439 7693, Wellsford (09) 423 7957.
SEMI RETIRED single active female to share with a very pleasant single lady, superannuitant, Dargaville area. Executive 3 bedroom home, own room, sky, walking distance to town, hospital and shops. Quiet singles, not suitable for children. $190 per week, contact Garry 021 332 200.
SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Also workshop space available, best rates guaranteed. Phone 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage.co.nz.
1 STOP Window & Door Repairs – Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz - Window & Door Services Ltd.
CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764. CLEARING SALE: Kawasaki KLR650 New $6,000, 5hp Rotary hoe, Husky $1,300. 1 gal glass bottles $4 each, Nail gun $750. Guns: 22 Magnum & 303 Lee Enfield, Polaris double gun case, gun cabinet, offers. Beer tank S&S 600ltr $450. 24hp ride on, 55 inch $2,000. Corn shucker antique $400, Electric Stone Mill $500. 1yd Mini scoop with apron, offers. Phone 09 439 7985.
HOMEOWNERS ELECTRICAL Work — call your local inspector for livening and certification. Call A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764. RAT BAIT – PestOff Rodent Blocks 3kg, $59.95 (incl. GST), save $10! – FARMLANDS, Dargaville (09) 439 7693, Wellsford (09) 423 7957. SIT ON AB Wave Fitness $200, Hitachi automatic electric screwdriver, excellent condition $90. Phone 09 433 2775. STAINLESS STEEL bolts, nuts and washers. Good range of sizes. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219. SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara – car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices – Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
TIE DOWNS, various sizes to suit from trailers to trucks. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219. TOW STROPS, 3 sizes available, to suit various situations. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.
Security SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
SUZUKI 4X4 wanted to buy – parked, damaged or unwanted, Escudo Vitara/Grand Vitara. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
Garage Sales CATHOLIC CHURCH Hall, 97 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Saturday 8th April, 9am start.
Trades and Services COMPUTER HELP in your home or business. Windows, Apple, Android. Phone or text Dave 022 624 3696. SANDY PAWZ dog grooming — wash/blow, dry/clip & nails. For all your pet grooming services call Lacey 021 248 1555.
Livestock
Entertainment SINGLE? MEET other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself, all ages. Dine out ‘Dinner for Six’ Phone 021 639 552.
Lost WALLET AT Countdown Dargaville on Saturday 25th March. Contained Drivers and Racehorse Training Licences, plus. $20 reward, phone 09 439 0553.
Tree Services
Septic Tank Services
EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.
ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $408.25 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.
DARGAVILLE SALE
WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out, scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.
For further details contact Chris Fife – 027 495 1552
Dargaville Bobcat Services
Thursday 6th April 2017, 12.30pm start Special Entry A/c S & R Gillham 40 R2yr Ang/Frsn X, Frsn/Here X & Here X Strs 40 R2yr Ang/Frsn X, Frsn/Here X & Here X Hfrs
TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Ph Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.
CLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service. Priced from $350. Wellsford to Ruawai. Contact Macjimray 09 423 7014 or visit www.macjimray. co.nz. Code Compliant.
AAA+ ALL Class Glass requirements. See the Glass Dr to fix your pane. Competitive Quotes - Clean Cut Rates. $50 fitting fee + materials or $40 for Gold Card Holders when you mention this ad. Phone the Glass Dr — Ray on 027 477 3751.
MATAKOHE BONER & FAT CATTLE SALE Matakohe Sale Yards Every Wednesday 12.30pm Wed 12th April 2017 Contact: Alan Swindlehurst 027 493 2844 Shane Wintle 027 666 6243 Donald McKenzie 021 754 174
Any job big or small. We do them ALL
• Stump & Tree Removal • Driveway Prep & Regrading • Post Hole Borer
• Calf Shed & Stockyard Cleaning • Tip Truck Available • Trencher
Phone or Txt Paul
027 271 2022
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Phone 09 439 6933
Closing date for classified advertising for the 11 April 2017 edition is 10am Monday 10 April 2017 Situations Vacant
Public Notices
In Memoriam
CAREGIVERS WANTED. We are seeking experienced caregivers for an elderly female stroke patient who needs 24/7 care, 10kms out of Dargaville. Varied work and hours are Monday night sleepover, Tuesday and Thursday. The individual/s we seek must be suitably qualified, experienced and take pride in their work, have a ‘can do’ attitude and motivated to care for others. They must have their own transport. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. Please send CV and application letter to mlhdargaville@gmail.com. Applications close: 10th April 2017
ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.
Murdoch, H elen McIntosh
Broad Beans • Brussel Sprouts • Cabbages: Red Globe & Mini • Cauliflower & Mini • Red & Brown Onions • Broccoli • Kale & Silverbeet and a large variety of other vegetable plants. Flower seedlings, pansies, poppies and stock plus a good variety of herbs. Also two varieties of winter growing tomatoes $5 each.
RECEPTION/ADMIN VACANCY Receptionist required full-time for busy medical centre Must have good communication skills Computer skills and customer service an advantage Closes Friday 7th April 2017 Send Cover letter and CV to jemma@dargavilledocs.co.nz or drop into the Medical Centre
FREEVIEW, TV and electronic repairs. Alan Stringer Electronic Service. Workshop at rear of 65 Victoria Street, Dargaville - Open 9-12 weekdays — Phone 09 439 7815.
Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill 09 439 1505 027 614 6309
DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service
Phone
09 439 6068
Bereavement Support Group Monday 10th April 2017 In the Nurses Lounge at Community Health Dargaville Hospital – 10.15am - 12.00pm “SELF CARE”
Saturday 8th April Farmlands Park, Dargaville
Enquiries to Pamela: 09 439 3330 ext 6716
Are you ready for the challenge and rewards of a career in Real Estate? Your next move could be to the unique and fast growing Northland region.
Save Lives B E
We are currently seeking a suitable lifestyle/ residential salesperson to complement our successful Northland team for the Dargaville area.
Northland Region Manager M 027 281 0654
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FURNITURE TRUCK HIRE
If you’re looking for that next move to advance your career with PGG Wrightson Real Estate, please contact John Duder for a confidential discussion.
John Duder
Spreading Northland Reserves 12.30pm Williamson Contracting Premiers 2.15pm
kaiparalifestyler.co.nz
Hire or use FREE* when you buy or sell Real Estate with Gary Morris
DRIVE PHONE FREE!
Call: 021 902 087 Email: gary@fnkaipara.co.nz *T&C apply Licenced under REAA 2008
AGM 5.30pm – Wed 5th April at Circus Kumarani 15 Onslow Street, Dargaville “New board members needed”
WAYNE & ANNETTE
439 2020
Western Sharks vs Mid Western
This is an informal group that shares experiences and supports each other.
Kumarani Productions Ltd
Ph 09
RUGBY RUGBY RUGBY
New Participants Welcome
Licensed REAA 2008
FENCING NEW and Repair. Batten/Rail/Netting and Stockyards. Phone Richard 027 856 6411.
Gary, Janet & Stuart, Scott & Jane, Jamie & Lisa, Shay & Monica, Grace, Mila & Lincoln.
Caring for our community Atawhai Tia Te Takiwa
PHONE 09 439 2115
CARPET LAYER complete supply and installation of new and used carpet and underlay. Repairs/restretching/garage carpet — Quality Service phone Ian 027 499 6413.
Life goes on but our memories are strong. We love and miss her each and every day.
Public Notices
Mon to Sat 9am to 5pm | Now closed on Sundays.
BRICK & Block layer, tradesman, 35yrs experience looking for work in and around Dargaville. Phone Tony 022 311 8447.
FREE & Confidential NW Family Budgeting Service. Advice and complete money management if required. Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592.
MEDICA LE L IL
Eftpos available.
Work Wanted
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS. If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, maybe we can help. Meeting: Mondays & Thursdays. Phone 09 439 5248 or ladies call 020 4082 1373.
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Top Quality Plants from the Corner Place Garden Centre Ruawai
17.4.1942 – 6.4.2016 | ONE YEAR TODAY
N TR CE
LANDSCAPING PLANTS ready now; Bottlebrush, Cabbage trees, Flaxes and Reveg Plants from $1 to $6 – Large grade $8. Got2Go Plants; 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru, Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 3.30pm. No Eftpos. Phone 09 439 5556.
DARG AV
Nurseries & Plants GET READY for 2017’s planting season. Buy now to grow on yourself or place an order for pickup later in the year. Specialising in native and coastal hardy plants Babylon Coast Gardens has a wide range suitable for re-vegetation projects, waterways, landscaping and more. Site visits and advice available, discounts for bulk purchases, delivery service available. The Nursery is open Saturdays 10am to 4pm or by appointment at 1246 Babylon Coast Road, Dargaville. For more information phone 09 439 4223 or email info@ babyloncoastgardens.co.nz.
Public Notices
Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham
Putting Northland first
NOTICE OF COUNCIL RESOLUTION ON ELECTORAL SYSTEM AND OF RIGHT TO DEMAND A POLL
Te Kaunihera A Rohe O Te Taitokerau
Notice is given under section 28 of the Local Electoral Act 2001 that the Northland Regional Council has resolved to hold its next triennial general election under the First Past the Post electoral system. This electoral system will be used for the 2019 triennial general election of the Northland Regional Council. Electors of the Northland Regional Council have a right to demand a poll at any time to countermand the resolution to use the First Past the Post electoral system. Should a valid demand for a poll be received by 28 February 2018, a poll will be held by 21 May 2018 on whether the First Past the Post electoral system or Single Transferable Voting will be used for the next two triennial general elections (2019 and 2022) of the Northland Regional Council. If a valid demand for a poll is received after 28 February 2018, a poll will be held after 21 May 2018 with the outcome applicable for the 2022 and 2025 triennial general elections. A valid demand must be: • Made in writing;
TOKATOKA
• Signed by at least 5 percent of eligible electors of the Northland Regional Council. This equates to 5,594 elector signatures; • Delivered to the Northland Regional Council’s main office, 36 Water Street, Whangārei, by 5 pm on Wednesday, 28 February 2018 for the outcome of the poll to apply to the 2019 triennial general election of the Northland Regional Council.
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Every elector who signs a demand must also set out in it his or her full name and the address for which he or she is qualified as an elector of the council. This notice is a legal requirement irrespective of any possible local government reorganisation in the foreseeable future.
IT’S NOT A TARGET
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DON’T TXT & DRIVE
Dated at Whangārei 23rd March 2017 Malcolm Nicolson Chief Executive
www.nrc.govt.nz
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570 Aranga Station Rd Aranga
$480,000
55B Logan St Dargaville
$170,000
Quiet Country Living
Opportunity Knocks
Large 2-3 Bedroom Country Home, plus 3 shed barn situated in a tranquil private setting with a meandering river boundary. Good size block of land 2.12 Ha, a great variety of fruit trees, room for the chooks, cattle or horses. Good drainage with irrigation for the garden. A must consider if you want a getaway retreat. 33.3 Km from Dargaville.
Built in the 1960's and relocated this fun little two bedroom home has a shared driveway and a petite section (454m2). A Sunny and sheltered property with a deck out the front and back this home would be a good rental investment or a first home buy.
Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz/1606195
Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz/1606195
Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Ray White Dargaville
57 Heawa Road Dargaville
$220,000
Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Ray White Dargaville
31 Seaview Rd Baylys Beach Coastal Living
Good flat fertile land on the outskirts of town. Just over 15 acres (6.14ha) plus storage shed and three phase power. $220,000 + GST Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz/1533930
Great investment for your family to enjoy close to the popular Baylys Beach, West Coast. Sit in the lounge, relax and enjoy the appealing views. Only a short walk to the beach and local shop. Large 5 bedroom home with ensuite and a large rumpus room for the little ones. Adequate sized kitchen/dining area and to top it all off this home has large decking.
Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Ray White Dargaville
Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz/1533930
TOP VEHICLES THIS WEEK Visit our dealership for even more quality new & used cars & light commercials
Bring your biggest Kumara into Ray White Dargaville
1st Prize .................. $50.00 2nd Prize ..................$25.00 3rd Prize.................. $20.00 Competition closes 31st April 2017
$545,000
Cropping Land
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Kumara Competition
Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Ray White Dargaville
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FORD ECOSPORT TITANIUM 2015
BARGIN, TITANIUM MODEL NOT AVALIABLE NEW ANYMORE
• 15,384km • RV/SUV • 1498cc petrol engine • 6 spd auto
$19,990
FORD ESCAPE XLT V6 2005
GREAT VEHICLE FOR ACTIVE LIFESTYLER
• 131,999km • RV/SUV • 2967cc petrol engine • Automatic
$10,990
FORD MONDEO 2006
FORD RANGER WILDTRAK 2017
• 140,438km • 1999cc petrol engine • 4 spd auto
• 10km • 3198cc diesel engine • 6 spd tiptronic
$34,990
$6,990
$77,534+ORC
FORD RANGER 2017
FORD RANGER XLT DOUBLE CAB W/SA 2017
HOLDEN COLORADO LX EC CC 2014 • 129,397km • 2776cc diesel engine • 6 spd manual
FORD RANGER TD XL DC W/S 2013 EXCELLENT HISTORY 1 OWNER FULL SERVICE RECORDS
• 119,925km • 3199cc diesel engine • 6 spd manual
WEST COAST EDITION
• 12km • 3.2cc diesel engine?? • 6 spd auto
$73,125+ORC FORD TERRITORY TITANIUM 2012
VERY, VERY TIDY AUTOMATIC WITH 6 AIRBAGS
NO.1 UTE IN NZ, WINNING BLUE
• 50km • 3198cc diesel engine • 6 spd auto Was $63,040
Now $57,897+ORC
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GREAT ECONOMY, EXCELLENT TRAVEL VEHICLE
54 Normanby Street, DARGAVILLE P 09 439 7315 F 09 439 5961 dargavilleford.co.nz
• 121,244km • 2720cc diesel engine • 6 spd auto
$33,990
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$32,990