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Kaipara clean-up ‘ignores landfill’ u by Paul Campbell

The government’s decision to fund a major clean-up of the Kaipara Harbour ignores the plan to create an Auckland rubbish dump in the Dome Valley, according to the Fight the Tip movement, which says the planned landfill puts the entire Kaipara harbour at risk of toxic pollution.

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The project by Waste Management awaits a government go-ahead after the Overseas Investment Office approved the sale of 1,000 hectares of Dome Valley land for the landfill, in a catchment for the Hoteo River that flows into the harbour. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced Kaipara will get a ‘share’ of $12 million as the first stage of its planned $229 million restoration of the nation’s waterways. Fight The Tip spokesperson Michelle Carmichael has emailed the prime minister, saying: “The single most effective action you can take in support of this announcement is to please stop the proposed huge landfill being developed in the Dome Valley. “The proposed landfill site sits on a tributary to the Hoteo River, and this area is recognised, even by Waste Management’s own environmental engineering consultants, as having the highest rainfall in the Auckland region. Our own group’s ecologist knows that within 10 hours, floodwaters from this catchment will be in the Kaipara. If that water is ever contaminated — you will not have the time to stop it. “You must be aware of the huge ecological importance to the species that rely on this harbour and catchment: snapper, fairy terns, whitebait, black stilt, longfin eels, etc. “Landfill siting criteria via the Ministry for Environment and Waste Institute NZ

p Michelle Carmichael and her son Hayden upload the letter to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern

state that waterways, high rainfall areas, freshwater supply, and at-risk fauna and flora should be avoided. All of these are present on the Dome Valley site. “Landfill liner systems do not last forever. Are you willing to risk this ecological area for burying rubbish enclosed in a liner system when Waste Management themselves cannot guarantee the length of its lifespan? So, at best, eventually that liner will break

down. Local community along with Iwi from east to west coast and north to south Kaipara who placed a rahui on the site, because so far our government has failed to do the right thing and stop this in its tracks, are not wrong to be extremely concerned and determined to protect this important environment for future generations.” For more information visit facebook. com/groups/SavetheDome.

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p Jean Johnson of Ray White Dargaville handed over a generous donation to the local volunteer fire brigade last week, following a successful sports entertainment event put on by the wrestlers of Maniacs United. The Dargaville fire chief was pleased to receive a boost to the brigade’s coffers, which he says will be utilised to provide a new item of kit to rescue service people; tough, powerful torches for every firefighter, which can stand up to the rigours of emergency service work. The door take from last week’s pro wrestling event was given in its entirety as a donation to the fire service.

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p Mangawhai Museum volunteers Joy Wilson (right) and Pauline Parrott provided a warm welcome when the Lifestyler paid a visit during the weekend. Joy says she looks after the front of house at the museum greeting visitors and taking care of any enquiries. Pauline helps take care of the textile collections and says there are some fascinating stories behind some of the items. Mangawhai Museum will celebrate its fifth anniversary on December 6. To volunteer call 09 431 4645.

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p Naumai Netball Team is standing tall after an undefeated season in the Northern Wairoa’s premier grade competition. In a hard-fought match on the weekend, the team held off a determined final quarter push to take home the trophy. Additionally, three Naumai players, Bella Drinnan, Holly O’Sullivan and Bailey O’Sullivan were commended as player of the year in their respective positions on court. Bella was also awarded player of the year overall.

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Funding boost for Mangawhai groups u by Andy Bryenton

Mangawhai community groups promoting recreation, history, education and public safety are the big winners as the Kaipara District Council announces the recipients of grants from this year’s Mangawhai Endowment Lands Account disbursement.

Local government election candidates Nominations have closed for local government positions in the upcoming elections, and campaigning will be underway with voting documents sent to all eligible electors from Friday, September 20. The election date is Saturday, October 12. The single transferable voting (STV) electoral system will be used for the Kaipara District Council and the Northland District Health Board. For the Northland Regional Council the first past the post (FPP) electoral system will be used. KDC candidates are: Mayoralty — Jason Smith; Moemoea Mohoawhenua Dargaville Ward — Karen JoycePaki; Brian McEwing; Ash Nayyar; Marnie Stewart; Jay Tane; Erin Wilson-Collins

Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Ward — Jonathan Larsen; Peter Wethey Otamatea Ward — Anna Curnow; Craig Jepson; Wayne Linton; Ian Miller; Mark Vincent West Coast-Central — Victoria del la Varis-Woodcock; Joesephine Nathan; David Wills Northland Regional Council (Kaipara) — Penny Smart The candidates for the Northland District Health Board had not been collated as the Lifestyler went to press.

p Mangawhai surf life savers were one of eight worthy recipients of grants from the Kaipara District Council’s recent MELA disbursement

“MELA was created on the dissolution of the Mangawhai Harbour Board, which had significant assets in the Mangawhai area,” says council spokesperson Benjamin Hope. “The cash and income from land assets not transferred to the Northland Harbour Board for port purposes were invested to provide grant funding for community groups in the Mangawhai area.” It means a total fiscal injection of more than $118,000 spread between a total of eight community groups. The Mangawhai Activity Zone gains full shade sails and retaining walls while the Mangawhai Domain gains

plumbed amenities such as shower facilities. Mangawhai Tracks Charitable Trust will receive timber and posts to construct boardwalks. There’s also a raft of funded bonuses for groups such as the Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard Service, Mangawhai Historic Village Trust, Mangawhai Museum and Historical Society, Mangawhai Public Library and Mangawhai Tennis Club. From folding tables to turf refurbishment to computer equipment, it’s a selection of the vital parts, which allow community groups to operate and provide their services and benefits to local people. ¢

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Government out for the count? u by Matt King, Member of Parliament for Northland

The government’s failure to step up to the mark on a bewildering range of important issues entered a disquieting new phase last week. Seemingly they are no longer content even to acknowledge their failings (perhaps the growing public discontent has seen to that), they have now let someone else take the blame for them. That is one take we can take from the resignation of the country’s chief statistician Liz MacPherson over the 2018 Census debacle. There is no doubt the census was a debacle. Only 83% of us responded to it, and Maori responses dropped by 20%, which makes the veracity of any consequential data questionable at best. There is no doubt that Ms MacPherson must shoulder some blame for that. As my colleague and National Party spokesperson for statistics Dr Jian Yang points out, the current statistics minister James Shaw who has oversight over the census, is missing in action on this issue — as he was when the census took place. Jiang says this: “[Shaw] needed to be more involved in his department. He should have asked more questions of his Statistics NZ leadership

team and demanded better results from them. “However, he chose to be a handsoff minister instead. He was missing in action when things were going wrong — off on a Pacific Island junket while his officials were left to clean things up. “He let things spiral out of control to the point where much of the data may no longer be useful. That creates enormous problems for the billions of dollars in funding for health, education, police and other vital services that depend on reliable census numbers.” Jiang goes on to say that James Shaw was too relaxed about the problem, brushing off any criticism as ‘scaremongering’. So, Liz McPherson falls on her sword, takes responsibility and acts appropriately, while a government minister walks away from his own role and lack of leadership on yet another government bungle. In my view, it is happening too often and with escalating frequency these days. Moreover, who’s counting?

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Still trucking after 102 years u by Our Historical Detective

The Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club, situated in Harding Park, has a very interesting collection of items reflecting the heritage of the Kaipara. One of the most curious is a fully functional 102-year-old 1917 Clydesdale Truck. Its story begins during the first world war, when it was manufactured by the Clydesdale Motor Truck Company in Ohio, USA. Destined for service in France, the truck eventually came as war reparations to New Zealand, where it worked on the Auckland docks until the 1940s. It was converted into a winch truck and worked in the timber mills of Putaruru in the latter days of that decade before Doug p The Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club is custodian of this 102-year-old, fully operational Clydesdale truck, a Clements bought it and drove workhorse that served several masters in the Kaipara’s it north to Mamarunui to work timber trade in the Elliot Brothers timber mill there. who found the ‘heap of junk’ in 1994 That was in 1951, but the Clydesdale and spent more than 1,000 hours to was far from retirement. It was sold on achieve the impossible. The Clydesdale to Snow Appleton who used it to pull truck lived again, and it still lives at whole logs at Mahuta, then to Ralph the KVMC, still roadworthy on its solid Leaf who used it for the same purpose. rubber tyres, and a feature at field days In 1970 the truck was sold to Mawson and on crank up days. Still owned by Engineering, and Jim Manderson the Manderson family, it’s a single piece swapped it for an outboard motor. of rolling history that helped make the That could have been the end of its timber industry thrive in its prime, and story if it was not for Tracey McKenzie, still delights visitors today. ¢

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Petition seeks tourism action

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Pahi playground and ‘dangerous trees’

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A Dargaville resident concerned at the closure of the self-funded Kaipara Visitor’s Centre and Kaipara District Council’s refusal to allocate any funding towards tourism promotion for the foreseeable future has launched a public petition calling on the council to change its stance. “Hopefully enough numbers will rattle the dry, indebted bones of the council into some forwardthinking and regional pride,” says Taiawhio Wati, known as Tai. “KDC threw in the towel on promoting tourism in the area 10 years ago, and now the only voluntary and self-funded visitor centre is set to close its doors at the end of this month,” Tai said. “Then we are no longer on the map.” “This is shocking. Consider p Tourism funding petitioner Tai Wati all the amazing things we have to promote in our area and how the Tai says the council “blames its economic development of tourism can kazillion dollars of debt” as the reason help our local businesses. It isn’t just it can’t fund tourism and that promoting motels and attractions that benefit tourism isn’t its responsibility. from visitors; it’s cafes, petrol stations, “Which is such a cop-out. What is the grocery stores … the list goes on. point of local government if they aren’t “How is it that the self-proclaimed going to at least try and help outside of ‘Kumara Capital’ has no heritage kumara roads, rates and rubbish?” site showcasing ancient varieties of The petition can be found at kumara? No ‘Kumara Cafe’ serving all change.org/p/kaipara-district-councilthings kumara? Are we happy to remain please-help-save-the-kaipara-visitorthe driveway for the Hokianga?” information-centre. ¢

Dear Sir, We have lived in Pahi for over four years and love this area with a passion. We have been following the articles in the Kaipara Lifestyler reporting the pros and cons of these eyesores of trees; the Norfolk pines, which dominate a small area of the camping grounds and have become a danger to campers and the children’s playground, which is still closed — due to what? Let’s cover the playground with a canopy. Gee that will stop branches

and debris falling on children — not. It is a full-time job of constantly clearing debris for the bed and breakfast business, which is dwarfed below these trees. I’m sure this causes a lot of worry when bad weather happens for the camping ground caretaker as well as the B&B. We love and treasure this area. The only things that are not so beautiful are the ugliest Norfolk pines. Trees of Note? Come on. Please add my letter to help support the people concerned. (Name and address supplied.)

Editor’s reply: The Kaipara Lifestyler has made repeated requests to Kaipara District Council staff for details of what plans are in progress, following council closing the playground beneath the trees as a safety measure. Since the closure, council staff and contractors have visited the site on several occasions, and contractors have appeared twice to undertake extensive tree branch removals.

However, Pahi Beach Holiday Park management report that at no time have they been consulted on what work is being done, and council staff and contractors have not advised of their presence or ‘signed in’ (an apparent breach of health and safety requirements). As at press time last Monday, there had been no communication or clarification forthcoming from KDC on tree work details, or on the future of the closed playground.

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Meeting Schedule RURAL TRAVEL FUND The Rural Travel Fund is designed to help subsidise travel for junior sports teams (5 to 19 year olds) participating in their local competition. There are two rounds to the Sport NZ/Kiwisport Rural Travel Fund per year; March & August. Approximately $10,000 is available for distribution for Winter sports.

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Communication Tools A focus for Council is continuing to be open and communicative, and a number of great tools are available to help you have your say, and to stay informed.

People’s Panel The People’s Panel is an online survey tool that helps us gauge the opinions and thoughts of those in the district. It’s usually a small 3 or 4 question survey on a specific topic. At the moment we’re looking at rubbish, waste and recycling across the district, and next we’ll be talking about fireworks. If you’d like to sign up to have your say, please visit www.kaipara.govt.nz/panel

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Plastic pollution fears ‘misplaced’ u by Andy Bryenton

Recent fears of plastic pollution from the breakdown of disasterprevention sandbagging work exposed by storm action on Baylys beach are unfounded, according to the man who had them produced and helped pay for their installation.

p The access way to Baylys Beach would have been prey to erosion and slips without emergency sandbagging, which was installed using naturally degradable bags in 2015

When the sandy bluff at the entrance to the popular west coast beach was threatened by slips and visible cracking in 2014, Maurice Weatherall was chair of the Baylys Beach Society. He recalled seeing flood abatement bagging projects overseas and worked to bring the technology here. The bags were manufactured from similar ‘oxy-photo-degradable’ materials to those used in biodegradable shopping bags, specifically because they were to be used in a beachfront context, he says. It means that when exposed to sun and oxygen, the fibres the bags are made of, break right down to a molecular level, leaving no microplastics behind as PVC bags would. Professional

reports by companies Opus and GHD have been produced for the Kaipara District Council to discuss options for a permanent solution, supporting Mr Weatherall’s position that the initial sandbagging work was of an emergency and temporary nature. In one of the more recent of these reports, experts agree that if nothing had been done in 2015, there would have been losses of road access and land. Options, including the replacement of the existing bags with more advanced and robust versions of the same or even a breakwater out at sea in front of the beach access, have all been presented to council and await further action to secure a long-term solution. ¢

Mangawhai bridge repairs begin Kaipara District Council has awarded a $2.3 million contract for the repair and remediation of Mangawhai’s Tomarata Bridge on Insley Street to civil engineering firm, Freyssinet NZ Ltd. “Work will start on the bridge in mid-August, with the works to be completed by Christmas to minimise disturbance to peak summertime traffic,” said council spokesman Benjamin Hope. “The bridge will remain under restricted single lane closure throughout the duration — that is the current traffic management plan. However, we’ll proactively communicate to the public and affected parties any changes to the projected work plans and timetables. “Across the duration of the repair, there may be instances when the

bridge will be closed completely, but we will work to minimise this disruption, and notify residents well in advance.” General manager infrastructure for KDC, Jim Sephton said: “The repairs needed are to remedy the damage caused by saltwater. As the bridge crosses the Mangawhai estuary, it is constantly exposed to a marine environment, which over time has caused severe corrosion and concrete spalling to the bridges bearers and beams. This work will address those concerns, and prepare the bridge for future and continued use.”

Daffodil Day clarification The organisers of the Daffodil Day events, raffle and charity drive at Dargaville’s ANZ Bank would like to clarify that while tickets to the 2019 raffle are indeed on sale now, their

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When size matters! Wow! Stunning Transitional Villa Follow the long sweeping driveway to this huge 5 double bedroom modern home with spacious Spacious 3 bedroom transitional villa style house which has been newly painted, waiting for its new owner. Set back from the road open plan kitchen, dining room and lounge. Master bedroom with large en-suite bathroom and PAPAROA LOT 6 of gently contoured land, the entrance UPMARKET TOWN! on 1.8708 LIFESTYLE ha (approx. 4.6 acres) drivewayLIFESTYLE is bordered LIVING with treesINadding to the privacy of the NEW toiletLISTING! with separate en-suite walk in wardrobe. Large rumpus room and double integral garage. As home. part of aOpen sub-division, Lot 6 is approx Ha ofand mostly bush and sprayed This home has been designed with views, entertaining front of garageApprox 74 hectares (182 10xMinutes North a Separate single garage andacres) 8m x 8m 4m stud boat shed.ofAllMaungaturoto, this living space onthis 5.6 is hectares plan kitchen, dining4.43 room 2 living spaces. French doors leading to large entertaining deck and and spaquality pool. atDouble 14 acres) of grazing divided into approximately paddocks. plus a over gorse with fantastic views over the surrounding countryside. A narrow mind. Large open plan kitchen, dining and sitting room opens out to the look at very (approx. attractive property withland scattered areas of native 17 bush and a Small smallorchard area of with attached sleep-out. Space set out for an easy care veggie garden with plenty of scope for adding your own touches to the garden stand of bush at the back of the property. Dam water for stock, pumped to tanks and gravity track leads up to a small dam. The property has a concrete water tank onsite and the valley sprawling below. The formal dining and lounge have lovely high pine trees. This block is well fenced and watered. At present it is part of a dairy fed to paddocks. Small holding yards, and even a small herringbone milking stand. What more could you phone and power to the boundary. Priced at $219,000 and with no building wooden ceilings with a private, sheltered wine gazebo and courtyard off the side. farm but it has its own title. Great run off or small farm. Call Gary on 021 902 and house. Only 10 minutes to Maungaturoto township and minutes to Whakapirau beach.

want to live the lifestyle dream less than 10 minutes drive from Paparoa or Maungaturoto? 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and loft this house really has it all and right in town. 087 to arrange a viewing The property boasts several paddocks and a good size double garage and barn. GARY MORRIS: 021 902 087 MRU2352 MRU2265 GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRU2173 WEB ID MRU2106

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Wonderful outlook, fully renovated Fully renovated two double bedroom home set on an idyllic 8,939 m2 (approx. 2.2 acres) of flat to undulating grassed land, with a variety of tree and bush life on the surrounds. Room to graze a few animals with dam water. Open plan kitchen, dining room and living area, with wonderful rural outlooks from every window. New flooring and carpets throughout. All ready for the new lucky owner Gary Morris Licensed NORTH FACING SUN TRAP RURAL AND READY TO GO PAPAROA LIFESTYLE LOT 1 salesperson REAA 2008 to move straight in. Only 10 minutes to Maungaturoto township and minutes to Whakapirau beach. Price reduced – was $449,000, This lovely rolling rural 1.6 Ha block is north facing and has a couple of options Discover this 11.86 hectare property situated down a quiet gravel road with the Approx 4.9320 Ha, this property has 2 dwellings that were consented at the time M: 021 087 have | E: gary@fnkaipara.co.nz offers over forpresent building that would both$399,000. get all day sun and rural outlook. With no building Kaipara Harbour right on your doorstep. The rolling contour provides some of re-location but 902 the consents since lapsed. As part of a sub-division, there covenants you can build what you like and have plenty of room to move, raise some stockMORRIS: or chickens. now to have a look and see the possibilities for GARY 021 Call 902 087 your self. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 110 Victoria Street, WEB ID MRE2056

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Call for entries in art awards The annual Mangawhai Printmakers Exhibition opens a new season at Mangawhai Artists Gallery of 21 exhibitions running from August 2019 until June 2020, and the launch coincides with a call for entries into the Kaipara Art Awards.

p Seven Impressions exhibiting artists: left to right: Gayle Forster, Lynn Middleton, Wendy Clifford, Rosina Kamphuis, Nicola Everett, Jean Fountain and Christine den Hartogh

The awards are open to all artists in Kaipara who are members of a Kaipara art group. Dr Carole Shepheard, a former Professor of Fine Arts at the University of Auckland, will be judging and awarding prizes in painting, mixed media, print media, sculpture and three dimensions and for an emerging artist, with entries closing on September 20. At Mangawhai, exhibitions will change every two weeks,” says committee member, Chris den Hartogh.

“There’s always new artwork to see.” Seven Impressions from seven printmakers will launch the new season, and spokeswoman Rosina Kamphuis said each artist has explored and experimented technically so there will be conventional two-dimensional works along with printed papers presented three dimensions. “The conceptual stories from the seven artists add up to a rich and fascinating show.” ¢

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Protection for dune lakes u by Paul Campbell

Kai Iwi Lakes have been included in a Northland Regional Council protection programme for much-needed new fencing and provision of stock water supplies as well as watercare measures. The Northland Dune Lakes Strategic Water Quality Improvement project aims to invest almost $1.6 million during a five-year period to improve more than two dozen of the region’s fragile dune lakes in the Far North’s Aupouri and Kaipara’s Pouto/ Kai Iwi Lakes areas. The project is co-funded by the Ministry for the Environment’s Freshwater Improvement Fund and NRC, each contributing $782,697. “The most recently-completed work has occurred at Lake Shag and privately owned Midgley’s Lake in the Kai Iwi Lakes area. Lake Shag has now also been fully fenced and reticulated,” said NRC’s manager for environmental services, Bruce Howse. “We’re also considering adding this lake to our quarterly water monitoring schedule to track future water quality improvements, and Te Roroa is also investigating the potential of planting out a large area between the fence and the lake, which if it goes ahead

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would also contribute to improved water quality.” Midgley’s Lake has been reticulated with intentions of fencing it through separate regional council funding later this year. “This is a lake where council is also targeting grass carp removal during the next three years, so these three actions collectively should help improve water quality.” The ministry’s fund is for water bodies in vulnerable catchments that are showing signs of stress, but which crucially have not yet reached a ‘tipping point’ when it becomes more expensive and more difficult to restore them to good health. “These all involve a strong degree of collaboration between our council, central government, local iwi and our primary sector with a shared goal of improving freshwater quality.” Fur ther infor mation is available online via nrc.govt.nz/ dunelakesproject.

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Candidate Nominations have now closed, you can find out more about the candidates standing for council via the website www.localelections.co.nz. What happens next? Voting papers will arrive in your letterbox from September 20th onwards. Then you’ve got until Midday October 12 2019 to get them into a ballot box. We’ll publish the locations of ballot boxes closer to the time.

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Jay Tane for local council

Eryn Wilson-Collins

The principle of democracy is that of selecting a strong voice to speak for one’s community. Jay Tane believes that he can fulfil that role for the people of the district he was born and raised in; where he works, and where he has established a family.

I was born and grew up in Dargaville. As an adult, I choose to live here for the lifestyle it offers. I love this town. I love this district.

Jay is proud to live here in the Kaipara District, and he’s passionate about giving back to his community. He is currently the chairperson of his local marae on the west coast north of Dargaville, but many local residents will recognise him from his work; maintaining infrastructure and working on utilities. Along with integrity and ideas, this means that Jay has a real, hands-on knowledge of what keeps a town working smoothly. Moreover, because of this background, Jay is dedicated to honesty and transparency in local government. As one of those working on the front lines of infrastructure and amenities, he knows the necessities of good fiscal management and maintenance of vital services. p Jay Tane “I want to be a strong voice for my community, advocating responsibility the real world, fixing problems and and best use of ratepayers’ money maintaining people’s living standards when it comes to delivering amenities day by day? Jay asks the voters of and services for an outstanding place the Kaipara to give their approval to to live.” his candidacy, as someone who can Doesn’t it make sense to give your offer practical answers and strong vote to a person who is out there in advocacy for the district. ¢

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JAY TANE FOR DARGAVILLE WARD MAKE THAT CHANGE Authorised by Jay Tane, 36 Tirarau Street, Dargaville

I want to be proactive in making Dargaville the best little town it can be and Kaipara a cohesive, vibrant, extended community. I believe there can and should be a balance between economic outcomes and sustainability, modern life and small-town values, growth and retaining the character of this area. I believe I have the usual qualities you look for in a community representative, honesty, integrity and business acumen. However, I also believe I would bring passion, a new perspective and relatability to this council. Obviously, I have my ideas as to what is good for this town and its residents, but I will also be a voice for your opinions, issues, concerns and ideas. I’m not afraid to speak up, and I’m not afraid to stand up. Now to blow my own p Eryn Wilson-Collins trumpet. I have been involved in community groups since I was a organisational skills and a business teenager. I am currently president management background. If you believe it’s time for a new voice, of the Dargaville Little Theatre and a new face on your council, then vote serve on the Dargaville Community Eryn number one for Dargaville Ward. ¢ Cinema Charitable Trust. I have great

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Four decades of questions answered

Helping out our hospice helpers

Dargaville’s Citizens Advice Bureau turns 40 years old this month, as volunteers and staff look back on a track record of service to their community, which has seen many, many vital questions answered.

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p Twenty years ago, at the 20th anniversary of the Citizens Advice Bureau, lifetime members Mary Fannon, John McEwing, Margaret McNamara and Edna McCraith hold long-service awards

It all began with a council meeting presided over by Mayor LH Rowland in October of 1978. The need for a bureau to help steer citizens in the right directions had grown with the modernisation of the town, and a steering committee was formed, headed up by John Fickling. Less than a year later they were ready to go, with premises kindly donated by Mrs J Vodanovich in the main street. Down the years, more than 100 staff and volunteers have taken part in helping local citizens resolve

their sometimes knotty issues and questions. Current president Richard Faulkner and manager Wendy Koloi say that while times progress, the need to find simple answers in a complicated world remains. A gala birthday luncheon is planned for past affiliates, volunteers and staff on September 5 at the Kaihu Tavern, starting at 1pm. Those who have taken part in helping via CAB during the years are warmly invited to RSVP this week and attend to celebrate this milestone. ¢

The Hospice Kaipara Shop is no longer able to have donated items dropped off at the back of the shop outside of trading hours after changes were required to stop illegal dumping of rubbish in the donations area, and incidences of individuals stealing from donated goods. The management of the local charity store, which exists to support people and their families dealing with lifelimiting and terminal illnesses, say they are most grateful for the donations that have swelled their stores of second-hand items and keep them going. However, abuse of the system had led to the need for change. Goods will still be received with thanks during open hours, which are 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday and 9am to midday on Saturday. p Dargaville’s Hospice Shop may have had to change “Irresponsible dumping their donations reception policy, but the big hearts of locals are evident in this storeroom full of secondand theft have become quite hand goods an expense for the Hospice Shop, who must have this rubbish extent that new volunteers to sort, dealt with. This area is under security price and manage the inventory would camera surveillance, and sensor be welcomed enthusiastically. Among lights have been installed,” said the the neat rows of boxes filled with clean store’s management. second-hand clothing are bags for However, the other side of this another good cause; set to fly out to story is the generosity of those who support humanitarian aid programmes have donated saleable goods, to the in the Pacific Islands. ¢

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Growing talent centre stage New citizens welcomed u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville Intermediate School’s music class and band have put on a concert with just three days practice; a feat made possible thanks to the help of visiting musician, audio engineer and creative inspiration Laughton Kora.

p Dargaville Intermediate School’s talented young band members light up the auditorium

While many readers will recognise this famous figure from the band synonymous with his surname, it’s the talent and enthusiasm of the four young musicians he’s visited Dargaville to nurture which takes centre stage. That’s all part of the programme formulated by the New Zealand Music Commission, who organise placements of passionate professionals into schools nationwide, specifically for this goal. Vocalist and bassist Waimarie, lead guitarist Ushahn, drummer Taj and fellow vocalist and percussionist Isaiah (along with two other music students who were unable to attend the final concert due to other commitments or illness) have spent time with Laughton,

describing him as ‘more of a friend than a formal teacher’. The group picked songs they all enjoy and have forged ahead with selfconfidence under the mentorship of their temporary tutor. The programme, which has seen similar visits to Moerewa, Whangarei and Taipa in previous years, has given an insight into the profession and professionalism of being a musician in the modern era. As Taj says from behind the drum kit: “it’s all about working together. If you’re all friends in a band, it’s fun.” Fun that could well be the basis of a rewarding career in entertainment for these talented young people. ¢

p Kaipara’s newest citizens came to the Dargaville Town Hall on August 2 from many nations, but all left as freshly-minted New Zealanders. The gathering was opened with a traditional waiata, as families and individuals from all over the world gathered in Dargaville last Friday for the first new citizenship ceremony of 2019. Seventeen new Kiwis swore allegiance to our monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, and were warmly welcomed by Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith in a ceremony with echoes back to the very earliest of settlers and immigrants. A video address from the Governor-General and the singing of the national anthem in both English and Te Reo Maori completed formalities. Afterwards, our newest citizens enjoyed mixing and mingling at a catered afternoon tea.

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We were part of a very special and memorable event as we marked the upcoming construction of the new Maunu substation with a sod turning and blessing ceremony.

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It was really pleasing to have so many local residents join Northpower staff, and other dignitaries - Whāngārei Mayor Sheryl Mai and NRC Deputy Chairman David Sinclair included - as we were welcomed on to the site by Kaikaranga Aroha Tito and Kaumātua Te Ihi Tito of Te Parawhau. The new Maunu substation will support the ongoing residential and commercial growth in the area, while providing an alternative electricity supply to the Whāngārei CBD and Whāngārei Hospital – providing additional resilience in our network.

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Honouring lost friends

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The Vet Centre clinics across the Kaipara fired up the barbecues last week to shout their farmer clients a hot breakfast meal, with farm dogs included.

Mangawhai’s Josh Forbes decided to start a car club and formed The Lost Boys as a way for himself and club members to honour friends lost to suicide.

“We know farming and calving is a bit of a stressful time — so we decided on the event,” said Mangaturoto manager, Shannon Patterson. In all, we served up about 400 bacon and egg muffins, so it was

p The Lost Boys Car Club (from left) Josh, Jimmy, Connor, Travis, Ash and James

“I wanted to do good with it and involve it in some way with mental health. We are one big family, and all have each other’s back with life itself — we are here for each other.” Josh (24) says, although The Lost Boys is a relatively new club, there are now a few members. Plans are in progress to attend some events other organisations are running to promote

awareness of mental health and youth suicide issues. The club meets up most weekends to work on each other’s cars, strengthen friendships, cruise or go to car meets. “It doesn’t matter what you drive,” says Josh. “Everyone’s welcome — it’s about a love for cars, car advice and hanging out with good people.” ¢

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Spring Staging Ready to meet the market u by Andy Bryenton

Spring is on our doorstep and on the minds of those looking to meet the market and sell their homes. With Auckland prices slowing down, there’s still a lot of enthusiasm for the provinces, especially here in the north where the promise of balmy summers and outdoor activities are a double attraction. That means it’s time to take a look at how to best present your home as well. A great location and all the modern conveniences are only as good as the way that you market them to the wider world, after all. Real estate agents have a host of skilful techniques to assist in making things look great, such as deploying drones for aerial shots of that stunning view, but there are a few core areas where a little bit of renovation can reap large dividends.

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Building a path to victory u by Andy Bryenton

Two Dargaville locals have beaten all comers to take home a swag of trophies in the National Amateur Body Builders Association’s recent tournament, held in Auckland.

p From the very first Daffodil Day nearly 30 years ago, Dargaville locals have gotten into the spirit of support and generosity. This vintage photo shows Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau staff Claire Milner and Suzie Kauwhata in full harlequin costume, ready to collect donations for the NZ Cancer society’s inaugural appeal. Topically, the Citizens Advice Bureau itself turns 40 this week.

Rubbish Trip roadshow correction Last week’s article, which informed the public of a roadshow to reduce rubbish contained an incorrect time for the event to start and finish. The Dargaville event will take place at the Dargaville Scout Hall, 23 Onslow Street, and runs from 2pm to 4pm on Sunday, August 25.

Donna and Nigel Randell have been active in the sport of competitive bodybuilding for more than 18 years now, honing and perfecting their skills to achieve the highest levels of competition, both here and overseas. Travelling to this latest tourney with the help of their trainer Aylmer Porter, the couple swept the field in a range of categories. Nigel won first place in the Master’s competition for men, while Donna took home the first place Open Figure award. Overall 2019 Mr Auckland NABBA Champ and p Nigel and Donna Randell are at the peak of Kiwi bodybuilding, with a phenomenal haul of awards Overall 2019 Ms Auckland at the recent National Amateur Bodybuilders NABBA Champ also went to Association tournament the Randells. Then they went on to sweep the field in the couples so than a workout, but the hard work division, taking first place there too. pays off.” Randell’s gym (located in their home) Both he and Donna agree that the beat out massive corporate gymnasia art of bodybuilding is now a precise to be crowned best bodybuilding gym. science, with food measured to the “It’s very demanding but very gram and exercise tailored to perfectly rewarding,” says Nigel, admitting that accentuate every muscle group. They even after 18 years there is still a rush would like to offer heartfelt thanks to of adrenaline and nerves when taking their sponsors, trainer and supporters the stage to compete. “Competition for the win, ahead of future competitions itself can be punishing, 10 times more in only six weeks time. ¢

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Pig season on the peninsula u by Andy Bryenton

The great annual Pouto Pig Hunt is on again, with stormy late-winter weather no deterrent to the hunters who come from far and wide to bag trophies and prizes amid the forests and hills of the peninsula. From midnight on Thursday, August 29 through to the 1–3pm weigh-in on Sunday the hunt is on for the biggest hogs, with big prizes up for grabs. Also part of this yearly contest is a multispecies hunt for younger outdoors enthusiasts. There will be prizes to be had for the biggest eels caught, as well as for the heftiest turkeys, possums and goats. With pigs joining these last two on the list of pest species wreaking damage on our forests (and pig activity implicated in the threat of kauri dieback), the hunt not only cuts back on numbers of these imported animals but also gives a gauge as to their populations. It’s also a weekend of fun and camaraderie for those who love the outdoors, right on the doorstep of spring, which dawns on September 1 in time for Father’s Day. For dads and kids who hunt together, it could not have come together any better! Those fathers of an outdoors state of mind might want to make hints about top hunting and hiking gear that might give them the edge on the hunt and would also make a great gift.

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p Kids join in a lolly scramble as the heaviest boars are weighed in at the 2018 Pouto pig hunt. Last year’s record was 183.4 pounds

As in previous years, there will be prizes not just for the heaviest boar along with runners up, but also a cash prize for the average weight boar, and a category for open-jaw weight. With one Otago hunter legendarily felling a 166kg boar in the past, there’s no knowing what porcine monsters lurk in our forests waiting for an enterprising hunter to try their luck.

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Still, this pales in comparison to the 377kg hog taken by an Alabama homeowner, who was surprised when it blundered into his back yard. Our local pigs may not reach such titanic proportions, but no doubt those participating in the Pouto Pig Hunt this year would love to make their acquaintance if they do. ¢

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Celebrating dads worldwide u by Andy Bryenton

Father’s Day might seem to be one of those holidays, which can be brushed off as ‘made up’ by greeting card companies, breweries, and the manufacturers of novelty ties and socks. However, there’s a long, long history of celebrating papas, pops, fathers, dads and ‘old men’ worldwide. Even our modern holiday has some unexpected twists and turns. Modern Father’s Day has an unusual father in itself. It was made an official holiday in the United States by a character in politics more well known for the Watergate scandal than family fun; Richard M Nixon. His predecessor Lyndon Johnson put it on the calendar in 1966, and part of the popularity of the day is said to be down to the number of young fathers who served in Vietnam during this era. Of course, an unofficial Father’s Day had prevailed in the USA and elsewhere since the early 20th century, with the first Father’s Day dedicated to fathers who had lost their lives in a mining disaster in 1907. From remembrance to celebration, the day soon took on a happier tone. Along the way, Father’s Day has picked up bits and pieces of holidays from other nations and cultures respecting and praising dads. In Germany, Father’s

Day is a very old tradition indeed, and some local dads would love to copy their Teutonic brothers in celebrating by dressing in silly clothes and hiking into the forest to drink beer with their mates. It’s an accepted day off for dads to behave like lads and is called Herrenstag or Vaderstag, with this second monicker bearing an uncanny resemblance to the most famous ‘I am your father’ in movie history. Brazil celebrates the father of the Christian Saint Mary, himself a saint as well. Joachim was traditionally depicted as a simple farmer, so the pragmatic Brazilians celebrate his day by barbecuing all kinds of meats and thus covering, perhaps, all the types of barnyard animals he might have herded. Meanwhile, the Russians take national pride in not just fathers themselves, but the ‘fatherland’ with a celebration

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of those who have served to defend Russian soil in the second world war. Toasts of vodka and parades of tanks make for a holiday, which is almost stereotypical of the heyday of the Soviet years, though it is still carried on today with greater freedoms. In Mexico, Father’s Day is all about physical fitness. There’s a grand

21-kilometre marathon called the Carrera del Dia del Padres to compete in, and it’s open to the whole family, not just dads. The French call the day La Fete Des Peres, and as you might imagine, it’s an occasion for some very fine dining indeed. A special bottle of wine may be put aside just for this event, with next years bottle being popped in the cellar

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as a ‘gift’ to oneself next year. The Thai people, who have a great love and respect for their King, used to celebrate Father’s Day on his birthday up until his death in 2016. It would seem logical to move the day to the birthday of his son and heir, but as a mark of respect, the new King has been joined with his subjects in retaining his dad’s special day as the nation’s Father’s Day forever. Perhaps the biggest celebration of dads comes from Nepal, where there are week-long festivals in honour of both people’s real dads and also the father figures among the Hindu gods. The

Gokarna Aunsi festival sees hundreds of people prepare food sacrifices, which are placed at sacred sites, light candles and incense, tie prayer flags on the grave markers of male ancestors, and make treks to the temple of Shiva to offer respect to fathers who have passed into the next life. Here in New Zealand, it’s a bit more of a relaxed holiday, so long as you remember to get something for dad nice and early. There are plenty of great gift ideas around town for you to explore; from tools for handy dads who like to work on their classic cars or home

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Saturday, August 31 is the next start-up tour at the Packard Motor Museum. An interesting aspect of the museum is the variety of engines displayed either in a vehicle or on an engine stand. The first engine to confront the visitor is the V12 Packard Merlin, with its twostage supercharger out of a second world war mustang aircraft. The first car started on the tour is the V12 (twin-six) Packard Opera Coupe. This engine was first produced in 1915 and became the

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57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps – Mondays 6.30–9.00pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years. For more info contact Gordon on 021 262 0547. Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert – 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. Alcoholics Anonymous – If you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop maybe we can help. Regular Weekly meetings in Dargaville. Phone 09 439 5248 or 0800 228 6757. Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group – meets third Tuesday of the month 10–11.30am at St John Ambulance Hall Dargaville. Phone Maxine (Kaipara Community Adviser) 022 916 068. Art classes – 7–9pm Tuesdays. Private tuition, cleaning and restoring painting, and commissions also available, phone 09 439 0255. Blokart Sailing – Regular social sailing at Glinks, Baylys and Ruakaka beaches. Contact Greg Schultz 09 431 6863 or itzgreg@xtra.co.nz. Community Lunch – Every Thursday noon–1.30 pm at Riverside Christian Centre, 1 Beach Road. Free lunch available to all. Transport available in town. Ph 09 439 8887. Dargaville Aero Club – Learn to fly, free of tuition charges. Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork, Contact Peter phone 09 439 1628 for further information. Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau – 37 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville open weekdays 10am to 1pm. Ph 09 439 6100 email dargaville@cab.org.nz. Dargaville Bridge Club – Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Memorial Park, Logan Street. Call 09-439 6193 for more information. Dargaville Day Badminton – Mondays 10am at the Town Hall (back entrance). Call Lynley Clements ph 439 8160 or Anneke van der Putte ph 027 334 5515. Dargaville Embroidery Group – third Thursday of the month, 10am–2pm, Contact Rosemary 09 439 0656 for more information.

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Dargaville Girls Brigade – For girls 5–15 yrs. Thursdays after school 3–5pm, held at Baptist Church, Victoria St, Dargaville. Call Pauline 021 263 7446. Dargaville Scout Group – For boys and girls aged 6–99 years at 23 Onslow Street. All info on door or phone Dianne on 09 283 2006. Dargaville Senior Net – Open Day on the third Monday of the month at 1pm. All welcome Contact Dot 09 439 1711 or Heather 09 439 4452. Dargaville Women’s Club – Meet third Thursday of every month 10am at Memorial Park Kiosk. New members welcome, phone Marilyn 09 439 6648. Dargaville Quilters – Meet third Tuesday of the month 10am–2pm, 43 Tirarau Street, Dargaville (old CMA building). New members welcome. Phone 09 439 1598. Drop-in Centre – Tuesdays 10am–noon at the Town Hall in foyer beside Anzac Theatre. All welcome. $1 cuppa. Contact Bev on 021 250 6776. Floral Art Club – meet third Wednesday of the month at the Greenways Centre Tirarau Street, 1pm. Contact Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560. Justices of the Peace Signing Desk – Justices of the Peace will be available on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Dargaville Library from 11am–1pm. Kaihu Valley Music Club – Every third Sunday, from 1–4pm. Everyone welcome. Contact John or May 09 439 0827. Kaipara Budgeting Service — Free and Confidential Monday to Friday 9am–1pm, back of the Lighthouse Church, 80 Normanby St. Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8592 Kaipara Grey Power – Every third Friday of the month. Dargaville Methodist Church. More info call June 09 439 1736. Kaipara Ukulele Orchestra – Wednesdays 6–7pm New members are welcome — either expert or beginners. Phone Sharon on 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634. Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club – open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Ph 09 439 7108 or 09 439 4614.

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Leisure Marching – Dargaville Town Hall, Tuesday 3.45–4.45, anyone interested phone Elizabeth 027 283 1280. Mainly Music – Every Wednesday 10–11am at the Dargaville Baptist Church, Victoria Street. $2 per child or $3 per family. Phone Rebecca 09 439 1499. Northern Wairoa Cake Decorators Club – meet every second Tuesday of the month at 7pm, February — November. All welcome, phone Lynn 09 439 0751. Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Club Nights – Start at 7.30pm. Monday Parish, Tuesday Ruawai, Wednesday Dalmatian Hall. For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or 09 439 6155 evenings. Northern Wairoa Lions Club Inc – Dinner meeting third Thursday of the month at 7pm at the Lions Centre, Hokianga Road. Northern Wairoa Young Farmers – meet second Wednesday of every month, for more information check out our Facebook page. Northland Kenpo Karate – Self Defence School. Adults and children. Phone Ron on 021 567 607. NWMRSA Variety Music Club – Meet 2nd Sunday of every month at RSA club rooms, 12-4pm, gold coin donation appreciated. Ph 09 439 8164 after 11.45am for courtesy van pick up. Open Mic Night – Saturday, August 31 7pm, Northern Wairoa Boating Club. Peggy Purls in our Community – Every third Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby Street. Petanque – Mondays at 10am at the Sports Complex. Phone 09 439 7798. Squash Club Night – Wednesday nights from 6.30pm at Dargaville Rugby and Sports Club contact Karen Morgan 021 190 5639. Stitches and Craft – 5 Cranley Street, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details. Shaolin Kempo & Tai Chi Chuan – M,T,W & Sat Ph Nick (Both) 021 439 673 Stuart (Kempo) 027 536 2904 Joanne (Tai Chi) 021 850 998. Te Kopuru Playcentre – welcomes new members, open Tuesday and Thursdays 9am–12.30pm for newborn to 6 years old. 3 Norton Street next door to primary school. Further information email te.kopuru@ playcentre.org.nz or phone 09 439 0083. The Dargaville Menz Shed – Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week 10am–3pm. New members welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685. Wednesday Crafts – Every Wednesday 10am to noon at the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) on Tirarau Street. Morning tea and lunch served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session.

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Ruawai Lions Club – Dinner Meeting third Thursday of the month 6.30pm at Ruawai Sports Club. Info: Rosemary 027 210 2008 or Dorothy 09 439 2557.

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Creating with Kauri – Exhibition at the Kauri Museum June 10 — September 30. National Poetry Day Awards – plus Open Mic Night 6.30pm to 8pm Friday, August 23 at The Kauri Museum. All ages entry $5.

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Retro Spring Dance – Saturday, September 7 at 7.30pm Paparoa War Memorial Hall Tickets $20 more information call Megan 021 0233 0281

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Otamatea Community Services – Free shopping trip to Whangarei, leaves Maungaturoto 9.30am. 2nd Tuesday and 4th Wednesday of the month. 09 431 9080 to book.

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Kaipara Young Farmers - Last Thursday of each month, 7pm, at Three Furlongs Bar and Grill 1942 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka. Contact chairman Kurtis Danks 021 159 8453 kwdanks@gmail.com. Kaiwaka Scottish Country Dance Club – Kaiwaka War Memorial Hall, Wednesdays 10am–noon. Teacher: Elaine 027 432 0032 Secretary: Megan 021 275 3007. Solar Energy Workshop – Kaiwaka War Memorial Hall August 24 at 1.30pm. Cost $10 contact Eric mobile 021 0223 1700

Mangawhai

Mangawhai Bowling Club – Housie/Bingo held every Friday at the Mangawhai Club. Contact Jan 09 423 9511 or 09 431 5371. Mangawhai Writers Group – Meets every second week from the first Thursday of the month. Contact Bevan 027 617 6521.

Markets

Dargaville Riverside Market – Corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays noon–4pm, phone 021 549 427 or see us on Facebook. Mangawhai Village Market – Every Saturday by the Village Hall, 9am–1pm. Contact Marita for details 021 598 917. Dargaville Monthly Market – 1st Saturday of the month, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Dargaville Town Hall. $5 per table — book now 09 439 7243. Paparoa Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday 9am– noon on the village green, Paparoa. Te Kopuru Market – 1st Sunday of the month, 9am to noon, Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Ivy Vincent 09 439 1852.

Kaipara Service Directory

ALL BIKES DARGAVILLE

• Farm & Recreational, Quads + Bikes • Quality ATV & Motorbike tyres • General Service to Full rebuild • Gst Registered • Free Pickup + Delivery

Phone Patrick Lumby: 027 201 8625

Aoroa Poultry Free range eggs

Daphne and Bernie

021 262 1080 or 022 363 7991 MPI REG 167 Pouto Road, Dargaville, Kaipara aoroa-poultry@gmx.com

S T A

Andrew Turner

• Decks • Rental Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fit Outs • Fences & Repairs • Concreting • House Renovations •Plus Much More

CONTRACT FENCING

C&C Contract Electrical DARGAVILLE

Call the team at ATJ for your hire needs

Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 0493 4 Morrosion Drive, Warkworth

INTERIOR / EXTERIOR PAINTING PLASTERING

DEAN LARSEN PHONE: 09 556 5506 MOBILE: 021 235 0570 DEANCLARSEN@YAHOO.CO.NZ NO OBLIGATION QUOTES

027 455 7750 / 09 439 8628 ats.maintenance@hotmail.com

• Rollers 1.5 - 13 tonne • Diggers 1-20 tonne • Site dumpers 1-10 tonne • Loaders, Trailers, Plate Compactors etc

BRITESIDE PAINTERS

ing nc ild ena Bu aint M

ATJ

SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE

PETER BLACKWELL 021 295 9647

QUALITY WORKMANSHIP NO COMPROMISE

CALL CHRIS HICKEY ON 027 561 1719 email: fencingspecialists.nz@gmail.com

ALL ASPECTS OF FARM & LIFESTYLE BLOCK FENCING & MAINTENANCE INCLUDING:

Craig Burrell • Registered Electrician

Phone Craig 021 534 882 • Bookings 021 440 634

• Post & Batten • Entrances • Post & Rail • Retaining Walls • Stock Yards • Riparian Lots • Netting • Subdivisions

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER August 20 - 2019

Kaipara Service Directory Funeral Packages from $1745 inc GST

Includes a simple casket, crematorium fees and a death certificate

Funerals Made Simple

C H A I N S AW S & M OW E R S

Pick Up & Delivery Service Available Conditions apply

ALL T HE B IG NAMES , INCLUDING:

www.funeralsmadesimple.co.nz

OPENING HOURS: Wed & Thurs – 10am-2pm Fri & Sat – 9am-4pm (Or by appointment) Don Lawson – 021 983 560

Phone: 0508 623 374

Affordable alternatives to meet your needs

3 PARORE ST, DARGAVILLE • PH 09 439 8881

Kirstin Lawson – 021 983 565

www.greenspaceplants.co.nz greenspaceplants@outlook.com @greenspaceplantsnz 243A Mountain Road, Kaiwaka

CERTIFIED PLUMBER POUTAMA TANGIHANGA

FUNERAL HOME

“Quality care and professional service”

J Kelliher

P: 027 494 2919 Workshop: 09 439 6577

FIND US ON FACEBOOK

Jimmy Gent Builders ltd Jimmy Gent • Builder • 021 205 5440 jimmygentbuildersltd@icloud.com 33 Tirarau Street, Dargaville

139 Bank Street, Whangarei | P: 09 438 8224 or 0800 428 364 whangareioffice@havenfalls.co.nz | www.havenfalls.co.nz

Kaipara Flooring Co.

“When only the best will do” Locally owned and operated, and with over 18 years experience in the industry Vanessa Parker & Mehgan Wright are ready to support you with all your Property Investment needs.

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 free measure & quote ph Christine (09) 946 9886 or 021 515 415 www.kaiparaflooring.co.nz email: kaiparaflooring@gmail.com

• EXCAVATIONS • TRENCHING • DRAINS & WATER TABLES • POST BORING • SITE CLEARANCE • TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS • ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR

To celebrate our opening we are offering Free Rental Appraisals during the month of August. Give us a call today! Phone: 09 422 2587 MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are the Email: admin@kaiparanorthpropertymanagement.nz septic tank cleaning specialists in your district. www.kaiparanorthpropertymanagement.nz Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning Septic & Sewerage Treatment Systems

15 Gladstone Street, Dargaville, 0310, PO Box 8043, Kensington 0145, Whangarei

morrisandmorris.co.nz

MUDDY

THUMBS

• Hedge Trimming • Waterblasting • Pruning/Tree Trimming • Section Clean Up • General Garden Maintenance • Planting • Garden Hoeing • Weed Spraying AND MORE! Call now for a no obligation free quote!

Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON 027 437 6521

Phone: (09) 439 6518 Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: tuthemt@gmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

Kitchens make the home 30 Normanby Street, Dargaville Phone Aaron 027 539 4884 Email: normankitchendesign@xtra.co.nz

For new kitchens, cabinets, repairs and hardware Norman Kitchen Design

TK DIGGERS 027 432 0588

FAMILY & SEXUAL VIOLENCE SUPPORT SERVICES • Crisis support and Advocacy • Individual and family therapy counselling • ACC Sensitive Claims • Refuge accommodation or assistance with relocation • Safety programmes, parenting and empowerment programmes

Tu Christey Massage Therapist 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

30 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

Norman Kitchen Design

Matt 021 111 0595 or email muddythumbs@gmail.com Phone 439 6070 or National Help Line 0800 883 300

HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED

FOR HIRE 021 125 1576

GARDENING & MAINTENANCE

Office: 09 439 8048 Fax: 09 437 5796 Email: office@morrisandmorris.co.nz

OPEN 7 DAYS

4b Parore Street (Behind Bridgestone) Summer hours: 7am to whenever Winter hours: 7am to 6pm Phone: 09 439 0005

09 431 8440

021 056 7665 60

WASHING MACHINES AND DRYERS

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

CALL TRAVIS!

“NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

KAURI COAST LAUNDRETTE

Operator AARON GUEST 09 439 1843 tkdiggers@gmail.com

12 tonner tilt bucket, good rates, own transporter Great service Northland wide

100%NZ

keeping it kiwi

AIRCONDITIONING R E F R I G E R A T& IREFRIGERATION ON

SPECIALISTS IN: HEAT PUMPS | AIR CONDITIONING | REFRIGERATION RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL ELECTRICAL Registered electrician

We Do it Right... Professional Workmanship 4 Totara Street, Dargaville

P: 09 945 5298 M: 021 249 1366 E: waverefrigeration@gmail.com

Locally owned and operated Hedge trimmer • 9 meter reach Hedge/shelter belt • Low branch or race clearing

Call Dave 022 409 1041

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

August 20 - 2019

Wearable Arts 2019 Dargaville

Tickets on sale Now! TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre (cash only) Kaipara Lifestyler Muddy Waters Gallery www.wearablearts.nz www.dargavillearts.co.nz

Opening Night $35pp Friday 13th September 8pm Matinee $35pp Saturday 14th September 2pm Awards Night $45pp Saturday 14th September doors open at 6.30pm show starts at 8pm

Effervescent Designed by â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jackie Butterworth

Sponsored by Tailored legal SoluTionS limiTed

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER August 20 - 2019

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 27 August 2019 edition is Monday 26 August 2019

For Sale

Celebrations

Property Maintenance

Public Notices

2007 FORD Fiesta 107,500 kms, 2 owners. Current WOF & Rego, regularly serviced. Very good condition. $5,500. Ph 021 216 1182.

HAPPY 50TH Birthday Brenda Hawkings, roll on next 50. Love Mum and Aunty.

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.

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert change of venue — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Ph Allan 09 439 6933 1or 021 439 697.

ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Ph 09 439 8628.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS if you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop maybe we can help. Regular weekly meetings in Dargaville. Ph 09 439 5248 or 0800 228 6757.

OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $465.75 incl GST. Ph Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

LOVE REMEMBERS my Holy Sabbath, Romans 3 - 31.

CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764. BABY’S PUSHCHAIR $25, highchair, baby etc clothing, Ph 09 439 5209. FATHERS DAY (1/9/19) Gifts for Dads at Fannons. Canterbury Ugly R/shirts and shorts. Plain tees and polos. Knitwear on sale, wallets, underwear, socks, scarves, braces, belts, hankies and much more. Come in and browse. Fannons, 52 Victoria Street, Dargaville, 09 439 8946. MAX’S WOOL shop for all your knitting and crocheting needs. Monday–Friday 9am–4pm, closed Saturdays 09 439 6604. ORGANIC ORANGES washington navel, 100kgs at 80 cents per kg, collect from Kerikeri, Ph Brian 09 407 6100. SADDLE ALL weather, $600 ono, text or Ph 021 209 3982. Magical Mangawhai, Northland-Rural land. 2.7099ha. Free draining soil, yet only 10km from beach. Includes: well built Keith Hay home, comprising 2 bed, 1 bath, 1 ensuite, open plan Lounge, Dining, Kitchen, + laundry. Decks front and back. All can be enlarged or added to. 2 large paddocks with road frontage, covenanted bushclad ridge, 2 streams, 20ft container, small workshop & small tin shed. All surrounded by bushclad boundaries. Ideal for those who want a project or light horticultural concern. Put your own stamp on a lovely sunny rural lifestyle

Nurseries & Plants OPEN AGAIN. Babylon Coast Gardens has re-opened for sales to the public for the 2019 planting season. We have native and coastal hardy plants ready for your planting project. Saturdays 10am to 4pm, 1246 Babylon Coast Rd Dargaville. For more information phone Fridays and Saturdays on 09 439 4223 or email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz.

Building Services DECKS, FENCES, all small building jobs undertaken, Baylys Beach based. Ph Ross for a free quote, NorWest Building & Maintenance, 027 412 0840.

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.

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.

Wanted to Rent

Work Wanted

CABIN/COTTAGE with land wanted, under $250pw, to grow veggies, fixer upper ok, call Caleb 022 351 9857.

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

09 439 6068

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill 09 439 1505 027 614 6309

PROFESSIONAL FULL time working mother of two high school children, looking for somewhere to call home. We are a very house proud family, with great references, who always pays rent on time. Please call Jenn on 021 264 9205.

Livestock

Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

Comprising of: 190 Ang, Here Ang X, Char Frsn X, Ang Frsn X, Here Frsn X, Here X Strs 30 Frsn Bulls 120 Ang, Here Ang X, Ang Frsn X, Here Frsn X Hfrs Assorted older cattle will follow For further information please contact Chris Fife 0274 951 552 Steve Harsant 0274 979 892 Helping grow the country

TOKATOKA

Arrive Alive…

Trades & Services

Situations Vacant

WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more – call me today. Ph 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www. windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

Tree Services TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Ph Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

100 IT’S NOT A TARGET

Any job big or small. We do them ALL

Circus Kumarani

AGM Thursday 26th September 5.30pm 15 Onslow Street, Dargaville All Welcome. New board members needed

• Stump & Tree Removal • Driveway Prep & Regrading • Post Hole Borer

• Calf Shed & Stockyard Cleaning • Tip Truck Available • Trencher

Ph 027 489 6093 for more information

COASTGUARD NORTH KAIPARA

AGM 4 September 2019 7.00pm at the Otamatea Aero Club Ph. 09 439 5955

KAIHU VALLEY

RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022

RUGBY & NETBALL PRIZE GIVING

Storage SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Best rates guaranteed. Ph 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage. co.nz, Email:dargavilleselfstorage@gmail.com.

Avoid Drink Driving

With Sponsors Evening On 24th August 2019 @ Kaihu Rugby Club Happy Hour 5 – 6pm With meal & awards to follow Entertainment is “ FAT32” Tickets available at Dargaville ITM $25 per person NO DOOR SALES Bus leaving NW Hotel 4.30pm

Thank you DARGAVILLE AUTUMN BORN WEANER FAIR Thursday 22nd August 2019 12.30pm Start

WAYNE & ANNETTE

Dargaville Bobcat Services

Septic Tank Services

CONTACT 021 203 8989

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER interior and exterior, can travel, 30 years experience, PH Gary Dixon 021 066 7505.

WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. Ph Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

MORNING TEA: Save the Children, Wednesday 21 August, Dargaville Methodist Church Hall 10.00 – 11.30 am. Diana Meads will report on a Bangaladesh school successfully supported by the Charity – a truly heartwarming story. All welcome. RSVP Veronica Simpkin 021 189 9369 or vmsimpkin@gmail.com

Fitter Welder or Welder

A position is available at our busy engineering workshop for an experienced Fitter/Welder. The successful applicant must be able to work unsupervised, have a clean driver licence and be reliable with good communication skills. The job would entail fabrication and maintenance on site. Immediate start. Please send CV to: The Manager Baty Thomas Engineering c/- PO Box 313 Dargaville 0340

Pay attention!

around road works

Mary Patricia Glamuzina

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Wishes to invite parents/caregivers/whanau to our:

Academic Coaching Interviews Thursday 12th September (10am -7pm) Friday 13th September (10am-3.20pm)

Perhaps you sent a lovely card or sat quietly in a chair. Perhaps you sent a floral piece if so, we saw it there. Perhaps you spoke the kindest words or thought of us that day. Whatever you did to console our hearts we thank you all so very much. From the Family of Mary Patricia Glamuzina.

You can book online at www.schoolinterviews.co.nz and use code: b9wcn Alternatively, you may contact the school office Please be aware that the school will be closed for instruction on Thursday 12th and Friday 13th September to enable these interviews to take place

We look forward to seeing you!

Situations Vacant

WE NEED YOU, OUR COMPANY IS GROWING!

APPLY TODAY

New role based in Kaiwaka/Mangawhai

BRING YOUR SALES SKILLS TO US & BE REWARDED!

• Sales staff wanted now • Full training provided • Massive database of customers

Integrity community media

OUR CUSTOMERS WANT TO PROMOTE THEIR BUSINESSES, THEY JUST NEED TO TALK TO YOU TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!

Email your CV & Cover Letter to: jobs@integrity.nz

August 20 - 2019

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

14 Heawa Road, Aratapu

$259,000

Our Vendor has bought elsewhere, recently reduced from $275,000 will look at all offers. Now priced to sell. 3 good sized bedroom, bungalow style with extra large lounge, small kitchen but workable. Situated on a corner site, just off the main Pouto Road. 2 toilets, decking front and back, double carport,tank water and modern septic tank system. Ready to move in now.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

19 Tirarau Street, Dargaville

$340,000

Short walk to main shopping centre and schools. 4 Bedrooms plus sleepout or hobby room. Insulated top and bottom. Built around the 1930’s. Tandum Garage. Great home for someone that is looking for something to do or renovate. Good level backyard with more potential.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

31 Jervois Street, Dargaville

$310,000

Situated along the main road, close to the town swimming pool, park and local shops. This is a 1940’s weatherboard home and a tile roof. 3 bedrooms plus a large sunny conservatory, open plan kitchen/dining lounge area, shower over shub. It’s insulated top and bottom. Heatpump and HRV System. A large double carport and 2 small storage sheds, this is a must to consider

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

LISTINGS WANTED!!! 58 Logan Street, Dargaville

$285,000

Tidy 3 Bdrm 1950’s Weatherboard home on good size 899 sqm section. Currently tenanted. Corner site - on a flat section with a short walk to the park and main shopping centre. Fenced section with a few fruit trees. Plenty of kitchen cupboard space separate lounge and dining area. Now - the time is right

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

217 Hokianga Road, Dargaville

$430,000Neg

[_] 4 Bedrooms -2 Bathrooms [_] 1 Heatpump - Fireplace & Woodshed [_] Carpeted - Insulated [_] New Kitchen - dishwasher, 2 pantries [_] Indoor / Outdoor Flow [_] 2 Large Decks North & West-facing [_] Fenced Yard [_] Double Garage - concrete floor & power [_] Good street, good location Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

Call Jean NOW 027 499 6493 jean.johnson@raywhite.com

Tick the boxes NOW rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

INCLUDES ROOF, WINDSCREEN + WIPER

$13,909

+GST

BIGFOOT. BIG VALUE.

NOW WITH FREE CAB KIT *T&C’s and credit criteria apply. See www.kawasaki.co.nz for more details. Offer ends 31st October 2019 on Mule Bigfoot. Model shown may not be model available.

DARGAVILLE

CA MOTORCYCLES – 09 439 0170

SEE YOUR LOCAL DEALER TODAY OR VISIT

www.kawasaki.co.nz

1/3, 1/3, 1/3 financing option includes 1/3 deposit, 1/3 payment after 12 months and 1/3 payment after 24 months at a rate of 2.99%. Subject to proof of GST accreditation. Credit criteria, interest rate, fees, charges and terms & conditions apply, including an application an application fee and a dealer administration fee. T&C’s apply. Not in conjunction with any other offers. Offer ends while stocks last or 31st October 2019.