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December 19 2017

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Let us get to know you After escaping from Auckland to Dargaville some 22 years ago, and from small beginnings as the husband and wife publishers of Go North West, a monthly visitors’ guide featuring the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, Allan and Patricia Mortensen epitomise the opportunities that exist in Kaipara. Formed in 2011, NorthSouth Multi Media Ltd, the company they evolved from those days is a major employer with some 35 staff and a stable of publications. Its flagship weekly newspaper, the Kaipara Lifestyler, reaches more than 10,000 homes and businesses each week and in this end-of-year edition is a comprehensive overview of the district, aimed particularly at introducing Kaipara and its opportunities to our influx of holiday visitors from home and abroad. Currently, NorthSouth Multi Media has a stable of eight publications — made up of the Kaipara Lifestyler and its other weekly, The Record, servicing the Rolleston and West Melton areas of Christchurch. These are joined by the monthly rural publications — Northern Farming Lifestyles, Waikato Farming Lifestyles, Taranaki Farming Lifestyles, Wairarapa Farming Lifestyles, Manawatu

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Farming Lifestyles, and Hawke’s Bay Farming Lifestyles. “This in fact means that one of our newspapers is delivered to a property 2.5 million times a year which is all generated from our Dargaville based business,” said Mr Mortensen. “Integral to this has been the huge support we have received from our advertisers and readers, and it just shows that Kaipara has the climate for businesses to succeed. “Modern high speed communications means our staff enjoy the lifestyle of a country centre, with the workplace

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sophistication of a capital city. “With the establishment of our publications came new jobs in the Kaipara community, for journalists, graphic designers, sales staff and office administration people, and with them evolved publications delivered free to every rural delivery address in their respective districts. “We are a local company creating local jobs, and we do have staff travelling from outlying areas of the Kaipara, not just Dargaville. We also invest in on-going job training opportunities. “Whoever said, business is business got it wrong, business is about people, and we have a great team.” 

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The close of a busy year

u by Deputy Mayor Peter Wethey

The Kaipara District Council has held its final meeting for 2017 in a year marked by significant progress in meeting the many targets it set itself at the beginning of the year, including a continued trend in debt reduction, and an increased spend on road maintenance throughout the district. Council is making good progress toward the completion of the draft of the Long Term Plan which will be available for public consultation in the New Year. During the year council embarked on a deliberate attempt to increase the involvement of ratepayers in matters that are important to the district. The Roading Committees that were established a few months ago are an example of how members from within the community can cooperate with council staff to provide important feedback on roading issues. We held our first ‘Annual General Meeting’ in October which was well supported, and provided an opportunity to better understand council’s financial performance for the previous year. Community involvement will continue to feature as an important goal for this council in the remainder of its term. Remedial work on the rock fall at Aranga Point, which necessitated the evacuation of several homes, is progressing well and it’s hoped that the area will soon be deemed safe to allow all who were affected to return to their homes. Last summer many residents suffered water restrictions or shortages. The combination of wind and high temperatures that we are

currently experiencing suggests that we may have a repeat this year so I recommend a prudent approach with water consumption. As we all know Kaipara District has a large network of unsealed roads and the dust nuisance they create. With summer this will increase and I urge everyone to drive safely and to the conditions — it’s better to arrive late than not at all. Kaipara offers some amazing scenery from its harbours and beaches to its lakes and native forests. These attractions, coupled with a rich history and cultural heritage make the Kaipara a popular holiday destination for many thousands of visitors. Our towns swell to several times their permanent population and on occasions this stretches some of our infrastructure, especially at the more popular locations. I ask that if exposed to any inconvenience to your normal routine that you please show a little tolerance — the holiday season is only for a few weeks and the business it generates is a very important contributor to the economy of the district. Over summer we are all on show to the many thousands of visitors so I hope everyone can contribute a little towards making their time in the Kaipara both memorable and enjoyable, and so encourage them to return in the future.

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It would be remiss of me not to pay credit to all of our elected councillors who have undertaken a very steep learning curve during the year on the intricacies of local body government and acquitted themselves well. There has been a very large time commitment to developing the Annual Plan and the Long Term Plan and all members have contributed well to this process. The continuing high level of building and development activity and the ongoing focus of catching up on both capital and maintenance work on our roading network, has meant that council staff have been under considerable pressure throughout the year.

They have performed well and continue to implement more efficiencies in order to meet the service expectations of the community. I wish to thank all staff at council for the work they’ve done throughout the year and to those who will continue to maintain our parks and public spaces over the busy holiday season — a special thank you. Finally I would like to wish our residents, ratepayers and visitors throughout the Kaipara a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year. All at the Kaipara District Council look forward to serving you well in 2018. 

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K A I PA R A H I S T O RY

In the beginning… u by Paul Campbell

In the mists of time, Kaipara was a land of giant kauri trees, patrolled by giant moa, myriad lesser birds, and with her seas and rivers abundant in fish — a place as near perhaps to paradise as ever existed. Then came the Maori from out of the Pacific — an island people with a tradition of superlative navigation skills over the wide ocean tides and currents, cloud and winds that led them to Aotearoa, The Land of the Long White Cloud. For centuries they made New Zealand their home. Then in the early 18th century, came the tall ships of European explorers, followed swiftly by seal hunters, whalers, traders and an assortment of adventurers. In the mid 1860s came a wave of settlement, people seeking freedom from Europe’s established social regimes. The Auckland Provincial Government offered assisted passages to immigrants from England and wider Europe and the northern Kaipara Harbour was selected for settlement with a man offered 40 acres of land with a further 40 for his wife and 20 acres for each member of his family between the ages of 5 and 18. In May 1862 the first party of what became known as Albertlanders set sail from the East India Docks in London. After some 100 days at sea, the

immigrants were sent off to their place of settlement on the Kaipara. Maps dished out in London showed wide roads from Auckland to Kaipara clearly marked, but were in fact, nonexistent, and wagon wheels many immigrants had strapped to the ship rails were sold before they went by sea up the west coast to the then coastal hamlet of Mangawhai, today a bustling town and seaside holiday destination. From there it was a slow and arduous journey over bush-covered land to Kaiwaka and on by tidal waterway to Port Albert. In ensuing years, more migrants fanned out to claim land in and around the emerging settlements of Maungaturoto, Whakapirau, Pahi, Paparoa, Matakohe, and on to Ruawai and Dargaville. An area of 70,000 acres of land is today home to these towns with many surrounding farms still in the hands of settler families today. Port Albert, once seen as a provincial capital city to rival Auckland, still stands as a sleepy backwater off State Highway 16, with the town of

p From axe and spade to early mechanisation, the land was cleared for farming

Wellsford long replacing it, to then grow exponentially with the advent of railway and arterial roads. The other main route to Kaipara was by way of the huge harbour, via Helensville, then a timber milling town gorging on the huge Northland Kauri forest. This was the route taken of the Smith family, still resident in the Matakohe area today and with founding connections to the iconic Kauri Museum. The Smith matriarch was the first European woman to step ashore at Matakohe that afternoon in November 1862 and the family went into farming and kauri milling.

Land grants were made as surveyors completed their tasks, and many settlers lived in makeshift camps when they first landed ashore. As they moved onto their blocks, men supplemented their income the land provided, by digging for kauri gum while the timber was harvested. They worked mainly in wetlands and swamps where once there were ancient kauri forests and around 450,000 tons, worth £25 million, were sent to England or North America between 1850 and 1950. Huge tranches of timber first served as masts and spars for sailing ships

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NORTHLAND RESCUE HELICOPTER 2017 APPEAL Awhi atu awhi mai

Lifting the spirits of each other

Helping our farmers Tangiteroria farmer, Scott Taylor, knows he had a lucky escape not once, but twice – both times needing to call on the services of the Northland Rescue Helicopter for help. Living more than 45 minutes from Whangarei, the prospect of a bumpy ambulance ride by road is not easy with severe injuries, Scott says.

p Early settlers used the Kaipara Harbour for travel and recreation

of many nations, and later buildings rose in Sydney Town and as far away as Los Angeles from pit sawn and milled beams, joists and weatherboards. Wise heads did not prevail until as late as 1970, when legislation halted the indiscriminate milling. A forest of more than a million hectares in the mid-1800s had by then been reduced by 90 per cent. Kaipara Harbour is one of the largest in the world. It extends for some 60 kilometres from north to south and has catchments feeding five rivers that emerge from drowned valleys earning them the name of salt rivers, and over a hundred

streams. The harbour heads are dangerous — waves from the Tasman Sea break over large sandbanks about five metres below the surface two to five kilometres from the shore, an area called The Graveyard, and responsible for more shipwrecks than any other place in New Zealand. Despite the perilous bar at the harbour entrance, the Kaipara became a busy timber port from the 1860s, shipping thousands of tonnes of kauri timber and gum The Northern Wairoa is the main river feeding the Kaipara from the north, and Dargaville was established on the timber and gum trade 30 kilometres upstream.

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In the hey-day of the kauri trade, huge rafts of logs were brought down the river to mills about the shores of the harbour. By 1907, production had peaked, after which a steady decline set in, with only minor amounts being cut in the next 50 years. During the 1950s and early ‘60s the supply of logs from private lands almost ceased. By 1973, government policy finally ended all felling of kauri. Fortunately, massive replanting projects have come into play since — but at the same time, these forest icons are now threatened by a dieback disease that is challenging science. 

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Scott’s first helicopter ride was in 1999 when he was working on his farm, pruning a tree. A large branch fell to the ground, pinning him underneath it. He managed to get out from under the branch, but not before he realised he had sustained serious injuries to his torso. He called 111 and it was decided that the helicopter was the best bet for a quick response to the rural area. “It isn’t a long trip back to Whangarei Hospital, it is quite a short flight but it was so reassuring. To have the chopper arrive and help you like that, you can’t thank them enough,” he says. Five years later, another accident, this time involving heavy machinery, nearly had dire consequences for Scott. “The machinery sliced into my leg above my knee and took out a huge chunk. It was quite serious and extremely painful,” he says. Again, a call to emergency services lead the rescue helicopter heading to the farm once again. “It was pretty horrific. It was good to see the paramedic and get pain relief. I couldn’t have handled the road trip to Whangarei Hospital, it would have been too much,” he says. “Neither of my injuries over the two incidents were life-threatening, but at the same time, they were both very serious.

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Looking to the years ahead u by Paul Campbell

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the excellent lifestyle here. Quotable Value (QV) has surveyed Northland properties recently and this shows that Dargaville experienced a 60.5 per cent increase in the median price of residential properties in three years to June 30, 2017, with out-of-town buyers largely responsible. An ‘E-Valuer Quarterly Suburb’ report showed a median house value of $291,000 for Dargaville as at September 1, this year — an increase of 24 percent since September 1, 2016. “Currently QV is seeing an average increase between 40 and 50 per cent above the rating values for residential properties set during the last rating revaluation for the Kaipara District as at September 1, 2014,” said valuer Thomas Ujdur. Local Ray White realtor, Jean Johnson said: “Sales are still going well in Dargaville both residential and lifestyle, also sections. We have had a mixture of local purchasers and Auckland people. Properties are not on the market long at the moment as there is a shortage,” she said. She said sometimes this meant

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This holiday visitors will perhaps have delays as they negotiate the construction area where work began in November. Long awaited, the highway segment will form a first-class access to and from Kaipara and all it has to offer visitors, new residents and businesses. But it is not the first step towards opening up the district. First came the extended Northern Motorway, then the Northern Gateway Tunnel, and then the Puhoi to Wellsford upgrades, which has brought Kaipara ever closer to the metropolis, and as a result, the population has expanded over the past few years. Building permits issued for Mangawhai on the east coast have burgeoned, and this has filtered through to the west coast. There are tremendous development opportunities in the north, and tremendous tourism opportunities, says the government, and the latest link at Matakohe reflects that philosophy. With the continued ease of access the real estate of Kaipara is booming, as cashed up Aucklanders discover

The key to the door of Kaipara’s future is a multi-million dollar ‘gateway’ on State Highway 12 at Matakohe that will eliminate a century-old choke point, replacing a winding horse-and-buggy route and two one lane bridges with a modern highway and bridge connection into the heart of the district.

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they would have more than one offer on a home. Mangawhai median values rose 12% over the past year to $666,250. Kaipara has long been a source of wealth that is still adding to the nation’s coffers though horticulture, dairy farming and processing industries. It is now becoming evident the district is coming into its own as the place to settle, do business, and enjoy surroundings and facilities including ease of access to the country at large, that are second to none. With ever increasing use of the huge harbour over summer Coastguard North

Kaipara based at Tinopai will soon be housed in a new rescue centre complex. This summer too, the coastguard’s newly-acquired rescue vessel will be on patrol. Also underway is construction of high speed broadband to Kaipara’s towns and villages, with rural areas also scheduled to connect as part of the government’s UFB2 initiative, expected to transform the local economy providing solutions for business, tourism, agriculture and industry. Security has not been forgotten and 28 CCTV cameras will spearhead a crime-watch initiative in the Dargaville CBD from this January.

Welcome to Terry Boakes and his team at Fluid Power NZ Ltd to our Morris Lubricants family. They have come on board as a depot for us and are available for cash sales also. Lucian Boakes is our resident Account Manager in Dargaville and he will be servicing our clients in the area. We would like to thank all the clients who have come on board with us and we hope to have a great relationship. Many have proved that Morris Lubricants UK are one of those companies that provide products that are above the ordinary in performance and reliability, one of the oldest oil blenders in the world. Try them and be surprised.

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K A I PA R A H I S T O RY DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

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PADDINGTON 2 (G) 10.30AM

THOR: RAGNAROK (M) 12.45PM

THE STAR (G) 3.30PM

FRI 22/12

THE STAR (G) 10.45AM

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (M) 12.45PM

LAST CHANCE!! KIWI XMAS (PG) 3.45PM

PADDINGTON 2 (G) 5.45PM

SAT 23/12

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (M) 11.00AM

THE STAR (G) 2.00PM

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PADDINGTON 2 (G) 6.00PM

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (M) 8.15PM

FRI 29/12

PADDINGTON 2 (G) 10.30AM

COCO (PG) 12.45PM

FERDINAND (G) 3.00PM

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (M) 5.15PM

JUMANJI (PG) 8.15PM

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COCO (PG) 11.00AM

FERDINAND (G) 1.15PM

PADDINGTON 2 (G) 3.30PM

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COCO (PG) 3.00PM

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AFTERNOON

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TUE 9/1

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COCO (PG) 4.00PM

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STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (M) 8.15PM

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Servicing Kaipara and Whangarei Districts

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gateway town of Maungaturoto is in the process of establishing major new care facilities associated with its extensive Riverside Rest Home Libraries, parks, art galleries, amateur theatre groups and sports facilities abound and for a night at the cinema with first run films, there’s the Anzac Theatre in Dargaville. Kaipara newcomers are finding new opportunities and adding to the riches of Kaipara as it looks to the future with the enthusiasm and confidence of its founders. From the Pacific east coast at Mangawhai to Baylys Beach on the west coast Tasman Sea, there are myriad attractions and indeed, opportunities to explore, or just soak up the summer sun, perhaps hoist an oyster, and let the world go by. 

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LAST CHANCE!! JUSTICE LEAGUE (M) 5.30PM

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Travel through Kaipara’s towns and villages today and discover boutique accommodation, fine arts and crafts, and superb shopping, fine food and wine — all the stuff of urban living, without the traffic lights and parking meters. We have industry too, with kumara leading our exports along with thriving meat and dairy production and forestry returns. Manufacturing also has added to employment opportunities. Fine education is catered by good schools — Otamatea and Ruawai Colleges, Dargaville High, with a great range of primary education as well. Medical services are first class with centres at Wellsford at the gateway to the region, at Mangawhai, Maungaturoto and Dargaville with its regional hospital facility, as well as medical practitioner’s clinics elsewhere. In a major project, the

AFTERNOON

THU 11/1

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PADDINGTON 2 (G) 12.30PM

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI (M) 2.45PM

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Service to the community On the way to cleaner rivers u by Joanna Manson

It’s been a busy year for manager of the Kaiwaka and Maungaturoto St John units, Stephen Rosser. “We are well up on our jobs in both Kaiwaka and Maungaturoto. We have four new volunteers signed up this year and four AUT students that are doing their practicals through our station,” said Stephen. They also have an agreement through the fire service as to who they can call on for help when they are in need of a driver. “It is a great service and we’ve been doing that for a couple of years in

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The Hakaru River has won Northland’s most improved award at the New Zealand River Awards run by Cawthron Foundation, the country’s largest independent science organisation. Northland Regional Council Chairman Bill Shepherd recently accepted the award on behalf of the Hakaru community and Northland ratepayers. Rivers are selected based on information collected by Land, Air, Water Aotearoa (LAWA), which is independent of councils. It originates in the Brynderwyn hills and flows south through farmland, until it reaches the Topuni River and feeds into the Kaipara harbour. “The river’s steady recovery is testament to the cumulative effect of landowners and environmental groups, working with advice and support from the council, New Zealand Landcare Trust and Department of Conservation,” said Mr Shepherd. “No single factor is responsible for the trend improvement of 10% every year in E.coli, in the last 10 years. Many activities have led to this great result and similar results are being achieved in catchments around the region.”

p NRC Chairman Bill Shepherd with the New Zealand River Award for Northland’s most improved river, the Hakaru

Landowners have been planting on river banks, with one large stock farm implementing fencing off streams and pest control into their management. Many local dairy farms have also installed more effluent ponds, with most having two to four, providing greater storage and more effective management. “Environmental groups are also working hard on water quality and controlling pests such as goats, pigs and possums. Some of this has been done with funding from the regional council’s environment fund.” 

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MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM PENNY SMART, NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCILLOR FOR KAIPARA While we all enjoy a well earnt break over the Christmas and New Year periods I want to highlight two things to keep in mind as you live and travel around our beautiful Northland environment. KAURI DIEBACK

Kauri are one of the longest living trees in the world. They only grow in New Zealand, and are of huge cultural importance to Northlanders and New Zealanders. But kauri trees are threatened with extinction by a disease that is spread between trees predominantly by people carrying tiny amounts of contaminated soil on their footwear and other gear.

HOW CAN YOU HELP SAVE KAURI? In general, you should always: 1: Clean all soil off your footwear and other gear, every time you enter or leave a forest/area with native trees, and at every cleaning station. 2: Use disinfectant only after you have removed all the soil. 3: Stay on track and off kauri roots. A kauri’s roots can grow outwards three times further than it’s branches. 4: Infected trees may not show symptoms’ — never assume anywhere is free of kauri dieback. If you’re in native bush and you’re in the upper North Island, it’s likely you’ll be near kauri. 5: Spread the word within your networks on how to stop kauri dieback.

There is no cure for kauri dieback, and it can be spread by just a pinhead size of soil. Kauri can be saved — by people like you. For more information on Kauri Dieback go to the NRC website ‘Pest Control Hub’ and type in Kauri dieback.

WATER QUALITY

Plastic’s Please keep plastics out of our waterways NRC with help from the community spend a lot of time and money cleaning up our waterways every year. Plastics on the whole are not biodegradable and can cause a significant amount of harm to our whole environment including our water ways. Keep the use of plastic to a minimum and when you leave recreational areas take your rubbish with you to dispose of in a responsible manner. Is it safe to swim here? NRC annual summer water quality tests began on December 4th at many of our popular beaches, rivers and lakes. A total of 46 coastal sites and 13 freshwater locations. Testing will continue until 6th of March 2018. Results are posted in the

‘Can I swim here’ section at www.lawa.org.nz. It is best not to swim for 2-3 days after heavy rain and if the water looks dirty or murky, smells or has scum on its surface or is visibly contaminated. Help us keep pests and weeds out of our waterways All owners need to check their boats and trailers for unwanted weeds and pests, before and after use or on a regular basis if they are staying in the water. Especially niche areas like the base of

the keel, behind anodes, live bait tanks and bow thrusters. These pests and weeds are a real threat to our precious ecosystems and biosecurity as well as our ongoing enjoyment of the water. For more information go to www.marinepests.co.nz

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MANGAWHAI

Turning an idea into reality u by Joanna Manson

Anna Clearwater is the face behind Mangawhai’s newest coffee trailer ‘Rise and Grind’, greeting commuters as they hit the road to go about their business from 5am-9.30am in the village. Anna who’s not only a talented barista is also a builder, moved to Mangawhai at the start of 2017 with her partner from Auckland after purchasing a property a year and half earlier. “We fell in love with it up here and decided to move,” she said. Anna saw the opportunity to start Rise and Grind and thought if she didn’t act soon, someone else might. “My partner was commuting to Auckland for work and I would leave for work before all the cafes were open — there wasn’t really anywhere to get a coffee.”

Working in a cafe some years earlier meant she already had barista skills and after researching the idea further which involved spending mornings counting cars and watching the traffic flow at the main village intersection she looked into buying a coffee trailer. Anna found a company in Hong Kong who turned her design into reality which was a two or three month process. In this time she quit her building job and opened up shop on November 20. “I was so nervous on my first day but this is the most amazing community to do something like this in because

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p Anna Clearwater in her coffee trailer ‘Rise and Grind’

people are so supportive, encouraging and positive. Even people who don’t drink coffee stop by and say ‘this is such a good idea, good on you’ and that’s exactly what you need when you’ve taken a risk and invested all of this time and money. Anna feels that she may not have received the same sort of feedback and support had she opened Rise and Grind in a city. “Here it’s more personal, you know everyone and it’s the same faces. People love to support local.” “From 5-5.30am the traffic is pretty constant, everyone seems to be heading down to Auckland or there are the tradies who are working just a bit further out of town — that’s my main target audience.

For anyone else contemplating a business idea, Anna’s’ advice is to “just go for it.” “The climate here is perfect if you’ve got an idea or you want to start something, this is the time to do it. Mangawhai is past the cusp of booming, everyone is moving out here and there’s new people and there’s opportunities everywhere at the moment.” All going well Anna hopes to go back to building long term and employ someone to man the coffee trailer. On the side she is also kept busy running Mangawhai Dog Rescue. Find her outside the Mangawhai Library Hall weekdays from 5am-9.30am and around the heads and village over the silly season. 

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Catch of the year u by Joanna Manson

As a passionate fisherman Rex Coffey says he “absolutely loves” his role at the popular Top Catch store in Mangawhai Heads and is looking forward to the busy summer ahead. Initially he moved from Whangaparaoa to manage the store but after his wife landed a job in Whangarei the move to ‘magical Mangawhai’ was cemented. “It suits my wife and I as we are both keen fisher people and we’ve become involved with the Mangawhai Boating and Fishing club and the general community. The area suits us as we are both originally from small town communities,” said Rex. He says making the move and taking on the role is one of the best things he’s ever done. “The main thing I have found since working here is that customers have now become friends.” Top Catch’s contacts also extend to a number of charter fishing opertaters. Rex and his staff which include Doug Lloyd and Jack Forno, can offer local knowledge to those wanting to head out

in boats or fish locally from the shore. The team is preparing for the holiday makers and busy season that begins at Christmas right through until the end of summer. With a large diving customer base, Rex and the team have also recently put in a new fill station which means faster tank fills on busy days. “The best part about our job is having customers come back and show us photos of their catch or hearing about it — that is the most satisfying part. “We learn just as much knowledge from our customers as they learn from us.” Over summer Top Catch will be sponsoring two events in January the ‘Take a Kid Fishing Competition’ on January 6 and the Mangawhai Boating and Fishing club anniversary weekend competition on January 28. 

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Diner delight u by Joanna Manson

Mangawhai Heads favourite 50’s-themed eatery Dizzy Lizzy’s is expanding this summer with the opening of The Salad Box which is set to serve the many beach goers over summer. After opening a retro ice cream parlour in the Silverdale shopping Centre some years ago, Liz Hutchin and her family made the move to Mangawhai after selling their business. “I always wanted to have a cafe with a fun twist — a funky American diner with a Kiwi twist.” says Liz. The Mangawhai Dizzy Lizzy’s Milkbar is a family affair. Liz’s daughter Ayla Henderson is manager and her husband is kept busy making all the gelato on site. Over the Christmas and summer period it’s

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p The Dizzy Lizzy’s team from left: Tia Ajodani, Tori Frecklington, owner Liz Hutchin and her daughter Ayla Henderson

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all hands on deck with around eight staff employed. Full of ideas, Liz saw potential to convert the space she used for storage a couple of doors down from her Wood Street site into the ‘Salad Box’. “We will make all our own salads on site, they will range from mueslis to healthy salads — it’s about bringing

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people together.” Liz is looking forward to opening her doors to the public this week. “I’m really proud of what we’ve achieved, I’m also proud of my staff and the community members knitting together. We are like the knitting needles and they’re like the wool. “I love it here, I came here for the lifestyle but it’s the busiest we’ve been — a different kind of busyness — it’s still relaxed, but busy.” Dizzy Lizzy’s is open Monday-Friday from 7am-4.30pm and weekends 7am5pm. From Boxing Day onwards their hours will increase from 7am-7pm daily for four weeks. 

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MANGAWHAI

From west to east u by Joanna Manson

Young couple Petra Gough and Hamish Younger made the move from their hometown of Dargaville to Mangawhai in September where they have just opened Petra’s new salon, Meraki Hair. Born and raised on the west coast, Hamish a builder and Petra a hair stylist both gained their work experience through their various trades in Dargaville before buying in Mangawhai. “We were in Mangawhai for a weekend and quite liked it. We could see that there was lot’s of building and development going on which was good for Hamish job-wise and I saw potential for another salon in the area,” says Petra. They bought their section which is five minutes drive from the Mangawhai Village earlier this year. The last month has been a busy one for the duo who have transformed an existing shed on the premises to a boutique hair salon nestled in a rural setting which looks out to the nearby Brynderwyns. Petra says it was a joint effort to get the salon ready to open before Christmas once consent was approved. Meraki which means ‘to do something with soul, creativity and love; to put something of yourself into your work’ resonates with Petra and her ethos as a stylist. “I wanted a name that was different and reflects what my salon is about. As a hair stylist our job is really creative — we are creating all the time — it’s a really personable job and people often open up to you quite a bit.”

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p Petra Gough and Hamish Younger outside the new Meraki salon

As part of offering cuts, colours, wedding hair and general services, Petra believes in using products that aren’t tested on animals. “I wanted to have a professional product that is as natural as it can be and is still salo — store quality.” Opening her doors for the first time this week she said she was excited but nervous. “It’s exciting but scary because I’m new to the area and I don’t have a guaranteed clientele but I’m looking forward to working for myself and having my own business as well as getting to meet people in the community.” So far both have enjoyed the move to

Mangawhai and like how it is central to Whangarei and Auckland. “It seems like a really great spot. I like going to the markets every Saturday and we like the beaches and awesome cafes — there seems to be lot’s to do around here. Mangawhai is quite handy to everywhere and that’s a big thing for us.” Meraki Hair is open from Monday to Friday with late night Tuesday by appointment. Contact Petra at Meraki. mangawhai@gmail.com. 

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A community initiated project to save a green space owned by the Kaipara District Council from sale has been a success for the Maungaturoto Residents Association and other community minded members.

p The annual Maungaturoto Christmas parade saw over 20 floats participate with the Otamatea Repertory Theatre taking out first place for their design. Residents Association president Terri Donaldson said there was a record number of entries from local businesses. A concert held at the primary school after also had a good turnout with performances and presentations which included awarding the ‘best decorated letterbox’ in the area. Photo credit: Kathy Strong

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The area which sits on View Street has been granted a licence from the KDC to ensure the space is kept as a ‘green area’. The project which was driven by the residents’ association has been in the pipeline for the last two years. President Terri Donaldson said the group has already purchased a “really nice concrete picnic set” to be used on the site. “At the moment we’ve kept the space as a green area — there are so few

around and hopefully we should have it for up to 30 years. It’s a community space we haven’t lost — we’ve kept it.” She said it would be an ideal place for those passing through to pull over and take a break or enjoy a picnic. The residents’ association will take charge of maintaining, planting and managing the area. “The KDC have been fantastic and the space will get looked at every couple of years.” The area may get further developed into a park at a later time. 

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Making a great choice u by Joanna Manson

In August this year, Kimberly Sinclair and her husband Glen moved to the Maungaturoto community from Auckland with their three young children, and haven’t looked back since. Kimberly says before making the move the family lived in “total suburbia” in Botany. “We chose Maungaturoto because it was still a manageable commute for my husband who still works in Auckland and it also worked out good value for money at the time,” says Kimberly. “We’ve got 10 acres and couldn’t get anything like that size in Auckland. The local primary school is really good and that appealed as well — the town has a really nice feel.” As soon as the family moved up the three children started at Maungaturoto Primary School and Kimberly is already on the PTA. She is also busy with her online business Choose Organic. “I started Choose Organic in August last year and run it through my website, Facebook page and Instagram account. Previous to that I was working in the organic skincare and makeup industry. That kick-started my passion for all things organic.” Kimberly said her product range has grown substantially while having a focus on New Zealand — made products. “I’m a born and bred Kiwi girl and I think NZ has some amazing genuine organic products so it’s nice to support those people.” While most of the business is online Kimberly has been attending the monthly Maungaturoto markets since the move. “I want to support the local community and be able to meet people and network. Even though Choose Organic

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p The Sinclair family: From left; Glen, Isabella, Tyler, Logan and Kimberly

is an online business I also love selling face to face. “I think people are taking more notice of what they’re buying, eating and putting on their body. “More people are interested in leading an organic life and are starting to embrace a more sustainable and ecofriendly lifestyle.” Kimberly encourages anyone pondering moving to Maungaturoto to do it. “We wish we could have got here sooner — we love it and we’ve never looked back. “We are absolutely loving being here in this environment. “We’ve managed to get a nice house on a useable 10 acres. “We’re looking at doing an orchard and working towards a more sustainable lifestyle and getting back in touch with the land.” 

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Kaipara District

CAMP GROUNDS

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KAI IWI LAKES TAHAROA DOMAIN Northland’s shining jewel. Come stay and play at Kai Iwi Lakes, Taharoa Domain, one of New Zealand’s best holiday spots. Nestled amongst 538 hectares of premier recreation reserve with white sand, freshwater dune lakes renowned for their jewel-like beauty and clear waters. Perfect for a wonderful camping experience with the choice of two camp grounds located on the lake foreshore, both offering an ideal camping experience for tents, caravans or motorhomes. Pine Beach Camping Ground has camp sites, wash and shower facilities, two flushing toilet blocks, playground and summer seasonal services, including a mobile shop and camp staff located on-site. There’s even internet access on demand. Visit http://kaiiwicamp.nz for more information. Promenade Point has camping sites, a new toilet block (however no shower facilities) and provides a true relaxed ‘kiwiana’ camping experience. There is a strict no pets and dogs policy to protect the native wildlife.

Cost – $15 Adults (15 years +) Children $8 (0-14years) $15 additional fee per powered site

TINOPAI CAMP GROUND Sea views and sunny days await at this ‘absolute waterfront’ camper’s paradise. The facilities are modest and traditional, but clean and decorated with colorful artwork. The swimming is good here all summer, or you can fish off the nearby wharf. A lovely ‘off the beaten track’ spot for relaxing, and there is a store down the road that provides everything a Kiwi campsite needs. Enjoy an old fashioned camping holiday with wood-fired BBQs on-site, cabin accommodation available, hot showers and kitchen facilities.

Cost — Adult $12, Child $5

GLINKS GULLY CAMP GROUND Beside a magnificent stretch of the Tasman coast, this camp is nestled into a plateau above the bay. There is plenty of tent spaces and it is an ‘open secret’ that this is a great place to fish. Pack your surfcaster and enjoy. Kitchen and picnic facilities await so you can grill the one that didn’t get away!

Cost – $18 for 2 adults // Under 5s FREE

KELLYS BAY CAMP GROUND Kellys Bay is a small rural seaside community with a stunningly beautiful beach, facing east toward the sunrise on the majestic Kaipara Harbour. Some of the region’s best fishing is right on your doorstep, with the campground just across the road from the beach. This is Kiwi camping at its best — unrefined and close to nature, but all the better for it!

Cost – Powered Sites: $17 for two adults & 2 children Non-power Sites: $13 for two adults & 2 children Extra people $2

PAHI MOTOR CAMP Located on a little spit of land extending out into the waters of the Kaipara, Pahi Motor Camp has a well deserved reputation as a relaxing and scenic spot. The sites are close to an excellent wharf, boat ramps and a sheltered inner harbour that is great for swimming, fishing and boating. All sites are level, some with sheltering trees — especially an historic Moreton Bay Fig tree, said to be one of the ten largest trees in the world. Enjoy modern amenities to complement your stay, such as a children’s playground, well-appointed kitchen, on-site store, filtered water supply and laundry.

Cost – Adults $12pp, Children (4-14) $6 // Under 4s FREE

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PA PA R O A / M ATA KO H E / T I N O PA I

GIVE WAY TO STARBOARD ON THE WATER.

Art and fine food u by Anna Harding

Paparoa’s Empire Art and Collectables was started just over a year ago by Jillaine Murray and the business has now expanded to incorporate the Folk Espresso and Boulangerie, a cafe run by Mike and Jocelyn McKenzie. After owning and running a cafe in Ponsonby, Mike and Jocelyn made the move to Kaipara a few years ago. Mike used to own and run the Tulip cafe in Maungaturoto and most recently he was the Little Village Artisan, selling baking at farmers’ markets - with his sourdough bread often running out in minutes. Jocelyn was a school counsellor before the recent arrival of their first baby. Now, they run the Folk Espresso and Boulangerie together, with Jocelyn organising the front of house and Mike the food. Jillaine moved to the Kaipara some three years ago after working in corporate roles in Auckland, and initially worked from home supplying a small customer base and a few wholesale clients. She then started selling at markets in Kaipara and Auckland. “I’d always wanted to have a shop as an outlet for my own work and I had a few friends who were producing various art and crafts with no real platform to sell them, so the idea of Empire was born. For the first time I was able to focus 100% on my art and craftwork.” Empire started with around seven contributing artists and she now sells

PAPAROA STORE • Fruit & Veges • Frozen goods • Wide range of grocery items

p Left is Empire Art and Collectables owner Jillaine Murray and Folk Espresso and Boulangerie coowner Jocelyn McKenzie

on behalf of 29. “All bar one live within an hour of Paparoa so it’s got a very local flavour.” She says her original vision always included coffee and cake in the shop, but she knew it would be hard to run both by herself. “Mike and I half jokingly talked about joining forces after Empire had been open a few months. The idea took root and after the birth of Mike and Jocelyn’s first baby, they were looking to upsize their operation without taking on a full-

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time cafe commitment. The combination of art, craft, coffee, artisan bread and pastries has been a huge success. The space is now a regular meeting place for locals on Saturdays and Sundays. The communal table provides a hub and there’s a great sense of community,” said Jillaine. Empire Art and Collectables is open 10-3pm Thursday and Friday and both Empire and Folk Espresso and Boulangerie are open Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm. 

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RUAWAI

HAVE A SAFE AND MERRY CHRISTMAS

College looks ahead Raeleen Harre has recently completed her first year as Ruawai College principal and is excited about prospects for 2018. “Looking ahead Ruawai College is very excited about the introduction of our new horticultural course in conjunction with the Primary Industry Training Organisation and local business Kaipara Kumara,” she said. “Our students will get first hand, real life experience in a major horticultural industry located in our township. “We are also very proud to see the development of our Enviroschools programme through to years 9-10. This year the programme was aimed at the Junior school with a focus on science and english and next year all curriculum areas will be involved. Another highlight has been the introduction of Farnet, the

PALM KERNEL TRAILERS p 2018 Ruawai College head prefects Sophie Blundell and Jack Brewster with principal Raeleen Harre

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online learning community. Subjects included Te Reo, economics, physics and calculus. Student results have been outstanding and confirms that the size of our school in no way disadvantages our students. Raeleen said the new year will see the end of a major re-roofing project at the school. External painting will begin over the holidays, refurbishment of many classrooms is due to happen, and new signage at the front of the school is also on the horizon. “One of the great strengths of our school is the friendly, warm family environment where we are able to cater for our students and get to know them well. We look forward to the many exciting and vibrant opportunities for our students in 2018 both in and beyond the classroom.’ 

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WISHING ALL OUR CUSTOMERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR! SEE YOU IN 2018.

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KAIPARA SPOTLIGHT

Please note locations and times are subject to change, check website for most up-to-date information.

Road Works Water Carriers The summer season is imminent, and brings with it dry spells. Residents who are not on the treated water network are advised to contact registered private water suppliers. During some peak demand periods, local suppliers may take longer than normal to deliver orders and residents may have to contact suppliers outside of the district. Details of registered suppliers can be found on Council’s website. Keep an eye on the water conservation boards across the district, as they may change overnight. Be responsible with water.

The NZ Transport Agency and Kaipara District Council is asking motorists to slow down as they travel through road surfacing work on their summer journeys. To help ensure effective repair, we’re asking drivers to slow down and for truck drivers to change gear before they arrive at any newly finished works. Even at unattended sites, speed and gear changes on fresh surfaces are putting additional stress on the roads. Road Works for the District – December 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE:

Area specific works planned during December include: • Minor bridge repairs throughout the District. To all those who normally have rubbish collected on • Unsealed/ Sealed pothole repair throughout the District a Monday, please be advised that any collections that when conditions are suitable. would normally happen on Monday 25th December, will now be picked up on Tuesday 26th December • Water table restoration – Bickerstaffe, Hilliam and Waimata Roads. This is the only change to the Kaipara Refuse collection days over the 2017/18 Holiday period. • Sealed Pavement Repairs – Throughout the Ruawai area. • Mechanised Tree Pruning – Tokatoka and Curnow Roads. • Sight Improvements – Avoca Road. Other routine works planned on Council roads throughout The Dargaville and Mangawhai offices will be closing at the whole District during December include pothole 12.30 pm on Friday 22 December 2017 and will re-open on repairs both on unsealed and sealed roadways as they are Wednesday 3 January 2018 at 8 am. identified and grading of select roads pending sufficient To report a fault or seek urgent attention from Council please rainfall. call our 24-hour free phone number 0800 72 7059 or for Area specific works completed during the last month Dog, Stock and Noise Control complaints 0800 10 58 90 include: • Water table restoration – Redhill, Child, Batley and Library Hours (District Wide) Morrison Roads. • Culvert Renewals – Waihue Road. Christmas 2017 Hours • Mechanised Tree Pruning – Cove and Pouto Roads. Dargaville • Mechanised Tree Pruning – Pouto Road. • Closed from 12.30pm Saturday 23 December 2017 • Sight Improvements – Opanake and Waihue Roads. • Reopen from 9.00am Wednesday 03 January 2018 Maungaturoto • Closed only 25 & 26 December 2017 01 & 02 January 2018 Feedback is now open on Council’s Significance and Engagement Policy. Mangawhai Feedback can be offered via the website, www.kaipara.govt.nz, or via email to haveyoursay@kaipara.govt.nz • Closed only 25 & 26 December 2017 This policy outlines the type of things that you can expect to be consulted 01 & 02 January 2018 about like: the sale of assets; the key issues in the Long Term Plan and Annual Plan; a decision that will change a service that you expect and Kaiwaka value or something that will add cost to the ratepayer. The policy provides • Closed from 2pm Saturday 23 December 2017 greater clarity on the Council’s decision making processes and how our community can participate in them. This policy sets out what you can • Reopen from 4pm Monday 08 January 2018 expect from KDC regarding consultation and the options open to you, to Paparoa influence and participate in local and district-wide decision making. Feedback will be accepted until 4.30pm January 31 2018. • Closed from 1pm Saturday 23 December 2017 • Reopen from 9.30am Monday 05 January 2018

Council’s Closedown

NOTICE:

NOTE FOR DRIVERS AROUND STABILISED REPAIRS Between November and March Broadspectrum and KDC will be undertaking sealed pavement repairs in anticipation of the annual reseal programme. The most common means of repairing minor defects is to stabilise the existing pavement. This introduces fresh aggregate into the failure, in addition to a cement stabilising agent to aid in hardening and increase longevity. Due to the nature of this repair, these stabilised patches require significant amounts of drying time in order to meet council specifications for hardness. We kindly ask that you adhere to the posted temporary speed limit whilst traveling through any of these works sites, not only for your safety, but also the safety of our workers.

Council would like to thank you for your co-operation as work is undertaken across the district to improve our communities and infrastructure. Please feel free to contact the Council’s Customer Service Representatives on 0800 727 059 for more information

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DARGAVILLE

Museum improvements u by Anna Harding

Things are changing next year at the Dargaville Museum with a new name, refurbishment of the Lighthouse Function Centre and renovations on the Maori display area. One of the first things manager Maree Saunders recognised when she started in July, was that the outside needed more signage. When people drive in, the sign over the door gets blocked and people have had trouble finding the entrance. “I also thought we needed a Maori name to bring us in line with bilingual New Zealand and a name with a point of difference. So I looked up the history of Joseph Dargaville and how chiefs from different iwi sold him the Tunatahi block which Dargaville now sits on. I thought it was a very inclusive and cooperative story. “So we called a hui with local Maori to discuss the name ‘Te Whare Taonga O Tunatahi,’ (Whare Taonga translates to museum) and that had support.” Therefore the museum now has two new signs bearing it’s new name at the entrance and on the outside wall. Matching signs are also above the door to the museum and the lighthouse function centre. “It’s just unified and taken ownership of the building.” A blessing and celebratory event for the signs, and to honour the gift of the new Maori name, is happening on Wednesday, December 20. Three branding posts will also go at the entrance, representing European pioneers, Maori and maritime — the

1.5M please SUMMER READING CHALLENGE Kaipara Libraries love to support kids’ reading but this year we are also giving adults the chance to participate in our Adult Reading Challenge. The Kaipara District Libraries are all participating and you can pick up an entry form for kids and/or adults from any library close to you. We have some fabulous prize packs of books and our lovely new library book bag to give away. It’s a fun way for kids to keep reading over the long summer and for the grownups to try something new – a new author, an ebook or you could even try reading a teen read or a graphic novel – you might surprise yourself and at the same time we will put you in the draw to win BOOKS!

p Dargaville Museum manager Maree Saunders in front of new signs, which also bear the museum’s new name — Dargaville Museum Te Whare Taonga O Tunatahi

themes found in the museum. Maree also plans to redesign the Maori display area, alongside iwi advisors. “There’s fishing implements alongside war and cooking implements — it’s all very inappropriate.” Her ideas so far include making the area bigger and properly displaying the artifacts using models and creating a scene, similar to the maritime display. The Lighthouse Function Centre will soon have a new blue carpet to match the signs. “New curtains will go up as

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well, and everything will get a bit of a touch up.” With all this going on, Maree says that she would love to have more volunteers. “The commitment is as much as you can give. It’s mostly front of house but there’s also a workshop where men can help out.” The Dargaville Museum is at the Pou Tu Te Rangi Harding Park, 3 Mt Wesley Coast Rd. Phone 09 439 7555. Over summer they are open every day, 9-5, except Christmas Day. 

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DARGAVILLE

STAY AFLOAT Fields of purple u by Joanna Manson

Bindy Lavender is owned and operated by Dargaville locals Ray Dixon and Bindy Gummer who have converted three quarters of their one hectare property to grow lavender.

THIS SUMMER

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After moving to the area five years ago, Bindy, a massage therapist and Ray, a park and facilities contractor, were sharing ideas on how they could make an extra income off their new land. “A friend of my mum had a lavender farm in Clevedon and I jokingly said to Ray we should have a plantation. With research we decided it was actually something we could do” says Bindy. Cultivating the land was the first step to setting up the farm which involved extra fill and contouring for drainage. Initially they did a trial run with 600 plants from which they made two litres of essential oil. From this they propagated plants, began to plant more and now have an impressive 4,500 plants and 20 different varieties. The lavender plants reach maturity at three years but can be used for oil and rubbings after just one year. Next to the lavender the couple also have hives which they tend to themselves and then sell honey online at the markets along with their other products. “The big difference is that eventually the bees will be predominately working the lavender fields creating a more pure honey product which in turn gives us

p Owners Bindy Gummer and Ray Dixon

the opportunity to have a honey with a distinct taste and properties,” says Ray. The lavender store is home to Bindy’s massage space and products which include lavender wheat bags, essential oils, creams and sprays, all with ‘healing properties’ which can be used in many different ways. Bindy is also about to

sit her final exam to gain a certificate in aromatherapy. They hope to open the farm up to tourists visiting the area within the next year and are always happy to host a tour, with their shop open from Wednesday to Friday 9.30am-2.30pm and 10am-4pm in the weekends. 

For caring arrangements and peace of mind. At Hart Funerals, we believe in delivering the funeral experience that truly reflects your family’s wishes. We have qualified professional staff available to answer any questions. Call us today for a friendly consultation. Phone: 09 439 8048 office@hartfunerals.co.nz Cnr Victoria & Gladstone Sts, Dargaville

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REAL ESTATE Auction

9 Ocean View Terrace Baylys Beach

Auction 112 Normanby Street Dargaville

Open Home – 6th/13th/20th January 2018, 1–2pm. Auction – 26th January, onsite at 1pm (unless sold prior). Large section (955m2) short walk to the beach, awesome views, roof recently replaced. Invest in a popular West Coast beach, plenty of leisure time at the beach, horse riding, quad biking, fishing, surfing and much more.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

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42 Normanby Street Dargaville

$416,000

Great corner section a few minutes from town. Large, 260sqm, 5 bedroom family home plus an office. Good size kitchen/dining, separate lounge with French doors opening onto the deck. New carpet and vinyl, modernised bathroom two fireplaces, newly painted throughout, a lot of the original features remain, the rose-patterned door leads to the back deck. Internal entry double tandem garage. House reroofed in colour steel. Two garden sheds and a playhouse for the kids, fully fenced. Vendors motivated to sell, so don't be disappointed and get in quick! Kelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 rwdargaville.co.nz

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$395,000 59 Gordon Street Dargaville

$295,000

A great opportunity to utilize your expertise to create an exciting business venture centered around maybe tourism and cafe bar or whatever you so desire. Central location on a prime corner site in the main street of Dargaville. 2 Separate buildings. Plenty of Traffic passing by and good footpath traffic. Fondly referred to as the Old Post Office. 1 Title 2 Buildings.

Close to town, this is a well kept 1920's home, 120 sqm footprint on a 744 sqm site 2 huge bedrooms and one with a small bedroom off of it. Large open plan kitchen dining lounge. Still has some of the original features. Heat pump to cool you for the summer and warm you in the winter. Outside you have a single garage with sleep-out and another double door shed, fruit trees flower gardens and still room for the vege patch.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Kelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson Premier Status! Jean has been ranked as one of Ray Whites premier agents due to 12 months of success this year. We want your listing for another successful year in 2018! Jean works diligently 7 days a week and has matchless knowledge of the area. Her team support her endlessly to ensure great service and a great experience.

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Stunning Coastal Block Great coastal block of 54.835 ha, this property has a lot of opportunity, it is currently used as a lease block for dairy grazing, but would make a great lifestyle block, or build your dream home with great elevation which gives beautiful views of the surrounding Dargaville area. The opportunity to make an income by carrying on with dairy grazing or owning your own stock and trading. pggwre.co.nz/DAG26957

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Fantastic Opportunity • 147 hectares productive fertile land, 70% tile drained • Large three bedroom modernised and renovated Kauri Villa • Three bedroom Villa second home • 27 ASHB cowshed with new ice bank for refrigeration, five and four bay calf implement sheds • Feed Pad, calving pad, maize bin pggwre.co.nz/DAG26992

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• Of which 80ha is Vanden Bosch irrigated • Milking through a 18ASHB with straight yard, milking 210 crossbred herd for average 71,500kg MS • Large four bedroom home, double lounge, open plan with deck and three car garaging underneath, recently renovated • Recently new cattle yards, three bay large truck/tractor shed, four bay powered calf shed, plus three bay half round hay barn pggwre.co.nz/DAG27133

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Megan Browning M 027 668 8468

mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz

Dargaville $795,000 Plus GST (if any)

Ron Grbin M 027 471 6388

rgrbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

Farm Land - Equestrian - Lifestyle

Picturesque Dairy Farm Of 116ha

Dargaville

Ararua $2,450,000 Plus GST (if any)

Barry Banicevich M 021 999 591

bbanicevich@pggwrightson.co.nz

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

37.5 ha (more or less) rolling hill contour impressive ex dairy farm. 19 ASHB shed suitable for milking cows to rear calves. Tastefully decorated 3 bedroom home with open plan living and large decks opening out to landscaped gardens. There is a self contained unit perfect for extra family or B&B options. Impressive array of sheds and a 20m x 40m sandy horse arena will make this a perfect lifestyle block or a horse lover’s paradise. This property is so worth the look and can be purchased in conjunction with other lots - view at www.pgg.wrightson.co.nz pggwre.co.nz/DAG27278

Arapohue $1.75M Plus GST (if any)

Barry Banicevich M 021 999 591

bbanicevich@pggwrightson.co.nz

Cindy Younger M 027 278 2309

cindy.younger@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz

December 19 - 2017 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

Roper & Jones 63 BRYNDERWYN ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$269,000

330 FRANKLIN ROAD, PAPAROA

$415,000

VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS

CHARACTER VILLA ON 4 ACRES

This is a cracker block with a nice dam to catch the run off and views out over farm land. Approx 13 acres situated up a private driveway to an elevated site you can build what you like with no covenants, have stock and grow a good garden! Come and start your lifestyle dream now!

Progress to family life in the country here, five minutes to town, elevated to enjoy rural views. Relocated century old villa has been reroofed, extended for spacious living, 3 bdm/1 bthm plus sleepout. Three carports and lockable shed. Insulated, woodburner. Grazing, dam water, trees, animal shed, yards and loading ramp. Plentiful fruit trees. Bring your animals, rejuvenate the vege garden and live the good life here!

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2118

RHODA MORRISON Mob 0274 800 691 or 09 431 6912 WEB ID MRU2115

2 WHAKA STREET, MAUNGATUROTO $595,000

88B HURNDALL STREET, MUNGATUROTO $540,000

D L SO SOLD

A1 IN MAUNGATUROTO

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

A1 home approx 3 years old in Maungaturoto. 4 bedrooms, main bedroom with ensuite and walkin wardrobe. Nice open plan kitchen/dining/lounge. Lounge and dining area both open onto decks. Back of section is fully fenced to keep in the young children and the pets. Kitchen boasts soft close drawers, dishwasher, 5 gas burner hob and electric oven. HWC is solar powered and califont. Double garage with workshop area, concreted driveway. Easy care gardens. Easy walk to the shops and primary school.

Discover this large family home nestled on 12 acres down a private right-of-way in the heart of Maungaturoto. The house boasts 5 bedrooms, a bathroom and separate toilet upstairs. Downstairs there are 2 living areas, open plan kitchen/dining, shower, separate toilet, laundry and 2 small spaces ideal for an office, library or toy room for the kids. There is wood panelling on the walls, timber floors and sarked ceilings. Several lead light windows add extra character to this home that is waiting for someone to put their finishing touches on it. Outside there is a double garage, stables, a tack room plus more enclosures for chooks, plus several paddocks for the sheep, cows, horses & pigs.

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2098

KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB ID MRU2112

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Roper & Jones 6314 STATE HIGHWAY 12, DARGAVILLE $390,000

7 PLUNKET STREET, DARGAVILLE

NOW THATS OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING

TWO RENTAL HOUSES - ACT NOW

Looking for your own little paradise then this could well be the ideal property for you! Featuring 4 bedrooms, an office, modern kitchen which is open plan with the dining area and lounge. There is a combined bathroom, plus a separate shower & a 2nd toilet. The property has an amazing 3 bay high stud garage / workshop ideal for the boys toys. Also a double garage with workshop area beside the house. There is a deck off the back of the home which has a securely fenced lawn area ideal for the kids and pets. All this is nestled on a 1965 sqm block of land, located 5kms to town.

Here is your chance to make these 2 houses on one title your next rental property investment or family home with an income. The front house has 2 double bedrooms and features combined kitchen/dining with a separate lounge, ceiling insulation plus a single garage. The rear house features 3 double bedrooms with an ensuite, open plan living, is modern throughout with good decking and a private back yard. Both are currently rented by house proud tenants happy to stay on, the sections are flat, well fenced and the central location to town amenities make this one a winner.

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3928

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3925

8 EMPIRE STREET, DARGAVILLE

$110,000

$475,000

WHAKA STREET, MAUNGATUROTO $615,000 + GST (IF ANY)

SECTION ON EMPIRE

POTENTIAL PLUS!

This sunny 1975m2 flat section is just waiting for you! Property with potential. Quiet rural outlook, handy to town, relaxed lifestyle to be had here. Oh and don’t forget to build the house! Don’t just dream about it - make it happen!

This superb section is located so close to town, however with its private location and gorgeous views overlooking farms, river and mountains, you would never know how close you were. This property is a "must see" and should not be overlooked. If you love to be at one with nature, there is lovely stand of native bush on the property which neighbours on to the Nikau Grove bush walk. Plans are available for a number of subdivision option potentials. Keep it all, or subdivide. The home of your dreams need not be a dream, but a reality. Call Tony today to arrange an appointment to view this stunning oasis of opportunity.

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3916

TONY NORTHCOTT Mob 021 831 864 WEB ID MRE1759

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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Happy Holidays - From The Collective

Catherine Stewart 0800 422 959 catherine.stewart@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

December 19 - 2017

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19 Pirika Street Dargaville

$70,000

169 Hokianga Road Dargaville

$335,000

4 Plover Close Dargaville

$85,000

Large section 1583m2 with plenty of potential, rural and river outlook. North/ West facing. GV $73,00. Asking price is $70,000.

3 bedroom family home on a 3.870m2 section, brick and tile 1940’s home, polished floors and carpet. House size is 120m2, single garage, close to schools and town, great location, a must to consider with more potential here. Currently tenanted viewings by appointment.

A good flat section with services to the boundary, fenced on 3 sides. Town water, town sewerage. Invest now or build for your future located in a quiet neighbourhood.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

19 Clyde Street Dargaville

$390,000

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

3 Linley St Glinks Gully

$195,000

Do you want to upsize? This four bedroom family home has been fully renovated! Ready for you to move in! A large bathroom with a toilet, shower, bath and vanity. A modern kitchen, insulated top to bottom and under the house. This is accompanied by a one bedroom separate sleepout and a garage. There is a current tenant of 12 years in the sleepout and would still like to stay on. A must consider.

Character villa with three large bedrooms, one with an ensuite. Open plan living/kitchen area and lounge, there is a ramp leading up to ranch-slider. This is a large family home to make your own or to invest in a potential rental home. Close to the school and local shop. Also not far to Glinks Gully for walks along the beach, fishing, bike riding (etc). Priced to sell now.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Property Investment

4B/12 Selwyn Avenue, Whangarei

$290,000

6 Church St Dargaville

$250,000

Great starter or retirement, 80 sqm unit with two bedrooms and open plan living with an additional office. Lock up garage. A short distance from town. This family has gotten too big for the unit and are planning to move on.

1960’s relocated. Family home with four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a double garage. Tank water and a septic tank. Good tenant of five years willing to stay on. Wooden floors, 119sqm floor area 1/4 acre section. Fully fenced. Quiet country outlook with plenty of sunlight facing north/east.

Kelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Thank you so much for all of your donations this year!

22 Graham St Te Kopuru

$90,000

2023m2 section all services at roadside, there is telephone, power and Te Kopuru has it’s own sewerage system. So the only thing is a tank for water when you build your home Kelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 rwdargaville.co.nz

We will be dropping all of your lovely presents off to the Ronald McDonald House Charity on Wednesday the 20th of December. We appreciate all your support!

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

In areas where the rental property is in high demand, rents are high and available stocks for tenants are low. It can be tempting for investors to purchase 'fixer-upper' types of properties cheaply in order to quickly do them up and rent them out. In this situation though, it is certainly a case of buyer beware, as landlords need to be careful that any property they provide meets all the minimum requirements in order to be used as rental accommodation. All landlords should have no problem providing quality accommodation with long-term tenancies in mind. This is particularly important in order to meet minimum requirements outlined by the residential tenancy act, as well as many other council regulations and acts that govern what can and can not be used for rental accommodation, such as the building act, building code and health act. If you're certain your property meets all of its requirements, there are some other areas in which landlords can invest a little money to provide the best possible return by way of higher rents and better quality tenants.

57 Victoria St Dargaville

$155,000

Well known Thai restaurant serving delicious authentic Thai cuisine with fresh ingredients grown from owners property. Situated on a busy main road with plenty of public parking and plenty of foot-path traffic. Take away business plus customers can dine in. The business has been rated #1 on TripAdviser, this business has been built up over several years and is recognised as one of the best places to eat in town. This is a great opportunity. Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

10% Discount with your SuperGold card* *Terms & Conditions Apply

Teri Pook 09 439 7575 rwdargaville.co.nz

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 19 - 2017

DARGAVILLE

Environment achievement u by Anna Harding

Dargaville Intermediate has achieved the Enviroschool green gold status, the highest level of achievement in the programme after working towards the goal for around 10 years. Being an Enviroschool is about providing learning opportunities around caring for the environment, understanding the impact humans have and using sustainable practices to plan the future. The Northland Regional Council Enviroschools’ team spent a day with the school’s Enviro Kaha Club students and together they decided if the school was up for it. “It was incredible, because to get green gold it has to be that whole school focus,” said deputy principal Diane Papworth. “There’s five guiding principles you have to meet and prove that you are

doing. It’s a whole school culture you have to develop. It’s not easy to get — there’s only five other green gold schools in Northland.” The five guiding principles are empowered students, sustainable communities, respect for diversity of people and culture, Maori perspectives and learning for sustainability. Student Max Hutchings said: “It’s awesome to be a green gold enviroschool. All the hard work we’ve put in has finally paid off. A highlight has been seeing all the plants we’ve grown, go from seedlings to getting planted on farms. This is all important because we need the environment to survive.” 

HAVE A SAFE AND MERRY CHRISTMAS

p The Dargaville Intermediate Enviro Kaha Club, with the team from enviroschools, after getting their green gold status

YOU DREAM IT, WE’LL BUILD IT Mitch King Builder: 7–9 Liverpool St, Dargaville P: 09 439 5989 | 027 498 4782 E: admin@kingbrothers.co.nz | www.kingbrothers.co.nz

WHY BUY NEW? WHEN YOU CAN RENEW! OPEN ALL SUMMER! While the others are away, we’ll save the day! • All small engine servicing & repairs • Replacement parts for Chainsaws & Mowers • Authorised OREGON dealer • Nuts & Bolts for all your projects • We issue WINZ repair quotes

BOOK A “SPRING SPRUCE UP” TODAY! • We’ll give your machine a new life! •

Helping beekeepers give their bees what they need

PH: 09 439 4191 | MOB: 022 462 6566 67 NORMANBY ST, DARGAVILLE

Member of the New Zealand Master Concrete Placers Association

“IF YOU THINK IT’S EXPENSIVE TO HIRE A PROFESSIONAL TO DO THE JOB, WAIT TILL YOU HIRE AN AMATEUR”

VULETICH CONSTRUCTION WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL OUR VALUE CUSTOMERS A VERY MERRY XMAS AND A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. THANKS FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT AND PATIENCE OVER THIS VERY BUSY PAST YEAR.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS! SPECIALISING IN CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS INCLUDING RIBRAFT FLOORING

Ph: 09 439 4700

John: 0274 972 116 E: office@vuletichconstruction.co.nz

COVERING THE KAIPARA AREA

Ph: 09 439 4700

14 Normanby St, Dargaville Your Kaipara Representative: Robyn Webb

www.ceracell.co.nz

OR INSPIRE YOURSELF THIS December 19 - 2017

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

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Come and see the award winning entries from the 2017 wearable arts extravaganza.

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This holiday season for artistic inspiration. A new perspective on our wonderful part of New Zealand and a huge range of cards & gift ideas like no other.

Weaving, drawings, paintings, ceramics, felting, jewellery, sculptures, wood turning & more! A VIBRANT SHOWCASE OF KAIPARA CREATIVITY!

OPEN: Dargaville Community Arts Centre 43 Hokianga Road, Dargaville | Phone: 021 439 697 email: info@dargavillearts.co.nz | www.dargavillearts.co.nz

10:00AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:00PM 7 DAYS A WEEK CLOSED CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS DAYS ONLY

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 19 - 2017

DARGAVILLE

Milestones for Northpower u by Joanna Manson

The Northpower fibre rollout across Kaipara and Whangarei has been a success and the Dargaville installation is well ahead of schedule. The $2.5 million stage one of the Dargaville UFB network in and around the CBD is progressing well and will connect 1052 customers over the next year with residents able to connect in September 2018. Northpower Fibre CEO Darren Mason says the progress is very satisfying. “We are building an inter-generational asset that will enable Northland to prosper. Fibre broadband is the highway of the future and the logical replacement for copper broadband.” “UFB continues to be a game changer for so many people in our community and that was always our aim. There are over 20 companies offering broadband packages on the network and that

competition means customers have plenty of choices.” Northpower CEO Andrew McLeod says Northpower is looking forward to bringing ultra-fast broadband to more Kaipara and Whangarei townships. A total of 3,172 customers will be able to connect at Hikurangi, Dargaville West, Waipu and One Tree Point by the end of 2018 the network will cover 5,561 customers. Northpower expects to invest over $30 million in the UFB2 expansion of network. “The expansion of our fibre network is part of our business strategy to support growth in Northland via investment in our electricity and fibre networks in Kaipara and Whangarei,” says Mr McLeod. 

C&C Contract Electrical DARGAVILLE

Phone Craig

Bookings

021 534 882 021 440 634 Craig Burrell • Registered Electrician

p Northpower technicians working on providing fibre connectivity to residents in the Dargaville West area

WE’RE OPEN ALL SUMMER TO KEEP YOU ON THE ROAD! CLOSED STAT DAYS ONLY. See us on all other days for professional auto electrical repairs you can trust.

Plus

the best batteries in the business by...

ADVANCE AUTO SERVICES Beside the big BP 09 972 8050 - 021 0291 7067 - adautowire@gmail.com

Leah O’Driscoll 027 256 8988 leah.odriscoll@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Jude O’Connor 027 459 4528 jude.oconnor@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Catherine Stewart 0800 422 959 catherine.stewart@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Lisa Pocklington 021 121 8419 lisa.pocklingon@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

0800 80 20 40

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DARGAVILLE

Good vibes on the vines u by Anna Harding

Lachlan McLeod is one of Kaipara’s newest residents. Hailing from Whangarei, the 20-year-old has been commuting to Dargaville for years to work on a two acre vineyard that he started planting on his uncle’s land four years ago. With 1,200 vines planted so far, he currently makes a pinot gris, merlot and rose under the brand ‘Holdfast Estate’. “It’s hard work but if you’re making good wine and can get a good reputation, then we can definitely get it out there that we can grow different things over here. We actually produce

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really good wine up here in Northland but people kinda shrug it off — it’s not too well known.” His parents Grant and Addrian bought a house on 11 acres just outside of town and conveniently next to Lachlan’s vineyard early this year, giving him a place to live and tend to

around road works

GREENHOUSE BACK PACKERS • Large comfortable dining lounge and dorm area (no bunks)

p Lachlan McLeod, one of Kaipara’s newest residents, has a vineyard in the district

• Fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities • Cabins available

his vines at the same time. Lachlan and his dad still travel to Whangarei during the week for work however. Lachlan is doing a building apprenticeship and his dad is the Northland Hockey CEO. “I’ve always loved being out on the farm.

• Close to town centre • Off street parking • Phone or text for tariffs and bus stop pick up

Darren & Karen, 15 Gordon Street, Dargaville, NZ 09 439 6342 • 021 146 5490 greenhousebackpackers@gmail.com

THE DARGAVILLE MEDICAL CENTRE

GLAZING SERVICES ON CALL FOR EMERGENCES ALL SUMMER

HAPPY AND SAFE HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE!! 25 DECEMBER Emergency Surgery Hours: 9am-11am 26 DECEMBER Emergency Surgery Hours: 9am-12noon 27,28,29 DECEMBER Normal Surgery Hours: 7.30am-5.30pm 30,31 DECEMBER. 1,2 JANUARY 2018 Emergency Surgery Hours: 9am-12noon

Home, Commercial & Rural! The “clear” choice Call us for glazing emergencies these holidays!

3 JANUARY ONWARDS: NORMAL HOURS 7.30am-5.30pm

Shop closed 23rd & Stat days only. On call for emergencies

NO MESS CHARLIE THE GLASS DR

Now at 11 Beach Rd (Old Aztec Building)

09 439 5377 | 027 477 3751

RUAWAI

Last Day: 22 December — Re-opening: 30 January

TE KOPURU

Doctors Clinic Last Day: 21 December — Re-opening: 8 February

YOUR LOCAL BOATING CLUB Steak dinner

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ALL WELCOME For Bookings – Call Rodney: 439 6586 or the Boating Club: 439 8098 | 4-6pm • Wed – Sun

Nurses Clinic Last Day: 18 December — Re-opening: 15 January

09 439 8079 (24 hours)

Dad hasn’t really had anything to do with farming before so it’s all new to him but he’s loving it. Mum lived here till she was six. It’s definitely the lifestyle they want for retiring. “It’s so peaceful here — it’s nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of Whangarei. We love Kaipara so far. Good people. Good vibe.” 

ULTRA

FINE LIME The Ultra Fine Lime Co. is now the authorised distributor of PFP fertilisers wide range of high quality Ultra fine ground lime & fertiliser products. Using the high quality fine particle products at our recommended rates will boost production while reducing transport and application costs by a considerable amount. We operate our depot out of Kaikohe and our office from the Redwoods Centre SH10, Kerikeri.

Contact Bruce Sisley mob 021 308 466 or email bruce@rgfs.biz

We’ll keep you moving this summer Call

09 439 3060 “We won’t leave ya feeling flat” Tyre repairs & replacements for all makes & models.

CARTER’S Tyres DARGAVILLE 32-34 Normanby St, Dargaville Ph: 09 439 3060

“Have a safe & happy holiday!”

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DARGAVILLE

Reflecting on a year

Principal of Dargaville High School, Michael Houghton, reflects on his first year in the role and looks ahead to 2018.

Welcome home

p Deputy Mayor Peter Wethey welcomed seven Kaipara residents to become new citizens at a ceremony in the Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall. The range of nationalities included the United States, England, Germany and France. p Dargaville High School principal Michael Houghton

“As the year draws to a close, it is hard to believe how quickly it has disappeared. As the newly appointed principal of Dargaville High School, I had an expectation of an interesting year, and I have not been disappointed,” says Michael. “This term alone has been packed full of highlights such as the recent school market day, senior graduation dinner and the powhiri to welcome the Year 9 students for 2018. “Students and staff have been involved in many interesting things; the Tai Tokerau Festival, the senior ball and the Stage Challenge to name a few with the waka ama and rugby league teams representing our school at national competitions.

“Our hospitality and building academies undertook major projects with very successful outcomes. “We were also fortunate to host students from Japan which was beneficial for our students and our guests. “We appreciate the generosity of the business community who have offered work experience to our students with some of these placements leading to an apprenticeship or employment. “Identifying and realising success for all students is key in the year ahead and we will be enhancing a student centred approach. A wide range of cultural and sporting opportunities will continue in 2018 and planning is well underway for a Japan trip. 

Big River Art Gallery FOR ORIGINAL PAINTINGS

• Original artworks by local artist • Personalised portraits on commission • Cleaning & restorations • Private tuition & nights classes available State Highway 12, Dargaville PH: 09 4390255 17A Murdoch St, Opp. Saleyards CLOSED WEDNESDAYS

Need a contractor for your... • Truck & Digger Work • Earthworks • Household & Farm Drainage • Trenching • General Cartage

Covering Northland Wide - from Warkworth to Kaitaia

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Call Karl 0800 932 206 Mobile: 027 493 2206

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Kim & the team would like to thank all their valued customers for their continued support throughout the year. “We want to wish everyone a very Merry Xmas and a safe & Happy New Year!” Closing on the 22nd December (8.30am–1pm), reopening 4th January 2018 (8.30am–5pm)

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Focus Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all our customers! We will be closed statutory days only. Open 27th, 28th and 29th December from 9am–3pm. Normal hours resume 3rd Jan. Here for your convenience through the holiday break.

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09 439 7432

26 victoria street dargaville 0310

Cnr Kapia & Totara Street, Dargaville

Ph 09 439 8824

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GRANT ENGINEERING • Milking Machinery • Cowshed Pipework • Lathe & Milling Machining • Aluminium & Stainless welding • Milking Machinery testing & quality control (same day repairs)

D.R & B.A Grant Engineering would like to thank all their loyal customers for their support over the 2017 year & wish them all a merry Christmas & a prosperous 2018.

CLOSED: Friday 22nd December 2017 REOPEN: 3rd January 2018 We shall be on call for all emergencies. (We are only a phone call away)

Ph 09 439 8248 Beach Rd, Dargaville

What we haven’t got we can get!

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DARGAVILLE PROFILE

Arcade has growing businesses

Your local caterer

u by Anna Harding

Is now available Thurs/Fri nights at Dargaville R.S.A for a fresh delicious & ever changing menu for your dining pleasure. Reservations are preferred. Kim’s Cuisine, SH14, Dargaville Ph: 09 439 6697 Mob: 021 344 234 kimscuisine@xtra.co.nz

NEW YEARS RESOLUTION?

TATTOO Book now for fresh ink for summer, brighten up faded work from yesterday & commemorate those you love!

Shop 6, McKay’s Arcade, Victoria St

Dying Wish NZ

022 355 7251

Exciting things are happening in the new year for Dargaville’s Mckay’s Arcade with existing businesses expanding and new enterprises moving in. Snazzi gifts have been in the arcade for nine years now and have just increased the premises. “It’s been going very well. Not only can we fit more stock, it’s more accommodating for people in wheelchairs and prams,” said co-owner Mandi Sole. “We’re concentrating on our website next year and we are getting new signs. I’ve got Marshall Signs to do it — he’s just started in town.” Mandi said she likes having her business in Dargaville because “the community is supportive. People are lovely and friendly — it’s a really good community to belong to. We are part of the Business Forum as well. People will shop local before they go elsewhere. “All these new businesses are opening and all the shops are filling up, there’s more positivity. I think it’s because of the houses selling so well here, and new people coming into Dargaville.” Tattoo artist, Jesse Jace from Dying Wish NZ has been in the arcade for around two years and is also expanding, by moving to a bigger space halfway up the arcade. The move will take place

A SAFE TRAVEL EXPERIENCE FROM PICK UP TO DESTINATION It has been a pleasure providing our Auckland to Dargaville bus service to so many in 2017. We have met so many fantastic people along the way and we now know every pothole and bend in the road between the Harbour Bridge in Auckland and the equivalent in Dargaville! We are pleased to provide transport to and from Dargaville over the Christmas/New Year break as follows:

DATE

DVL — AKL

AKL — DVL

Friday 15th Dec

9:00am Departure

2:00pm Departure

Sunday 17th Dec

5:00pm Departure

No Service

Thursday 21st Dec

9:00am Departure

Friday 22nd Dec

No Service

3:00pm or 4:00pm*

Thursday 26th Dec

3:00pm TBC*

No Service

Wednesday 27th Dec

8:00am TBC

1:00pm

Friday 29th Dec

9:00am

Saturday 30th Dec

Dargaville to Kerikeri for Sole Mio Concert. Group Bookings only. Contact us.

Sunday 31st Dec

5:00pm*

Wednesday 3rd Jan

9:00am Departure

3:00pm Departure

Friday 5th Jan

9:00am Departure

3:00pm Departure

Please note that all trips need to be booked. Please do this via Telephone: 027 482 2950 | Email: tewaioracoachlines@gmail.com Website: www.tewaioracoachlines.com While we are in Dargaville over Christmas and New Year we can also provide a taxi/shuttle service in and around town and outlying areas. Please contact George on 027 482 2950 or Terry on 021 115 4640. We hope you have a safe and joyful Christmas and a blessed New Year. *DEPENDING ON DEMAND

p From the left is Lorraine King from Loriz Felts, Jesse Jace from Dying Wish NZ and Mandi Sole from Snazzi gifts

early next year, and he also has other changes planned. “I’m looking at hopefully employing someone else. The new place is more of a studio environment, whereas this was only temporary. So I plan to paint murals on the walls of the new place, maybe have a big screen TV and a games console that people waiting can play. I’m also looking at maybe getting in a piercer. I’ve had a few enquiries about

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that. “I’ve come from quite a big place to a small place. It’s cheaper living up here and I’ve met some really good people.” A new shop has also just opened halfway up the arcade. Its called ‘Loriz Feltz’ and is owned by felt artist Lorraine King. Everything in the shop is handmade by her, using 100% New Zealand Romney or Merino wool. She makes hats, shoes, scarves, gloves and more. “I’ve been felting for a long time. As a dressmaker designer, I wanted to create my own fabrics. So I started with nuno felting, which is felting with existing fabrics like silk and cotton, and then the rest of it just happened.” “I love the textures and the colours of it. You can either shape into a form or just cut it. It’s very universal, you can do anything with it.” Lorraine is also new to the area and hails from Rawene. “She chose Dargaville because the place just felt right. “I love it so far. I just find everybody so friendly.” 

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Farmers in the Kaipara and beyond are familiar with three of our local ‘big names’ in industry. They’ve come to trust the support of innovative engineers Newman Engineering, the reliable trailers built by Compass Trailers, and the expertise and good advice of FarmShop when it comes time to stock up on the necessities for good farm maintenance.

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Now all three of these names have come together to revolutionise the local landscape. After thirteen years at the helm of Newman Engineering — the company famous for world-beating inventions such as the Landplane, the Serious Incinerator and the labour-saving De-Crap-It — company owners Margaret and John are handing the torch to another team of dedicated locals. Compass Trailers and FarmShop have joined forces in a mutually beneficial move which will see trailer production shift to a bigger, more expansive Beach Road facility in 2018. At the same time, the formidable wealth of experience inherent in the Newman Engineering team will add to the skill-set of the FarmShop organisation. This will mean that all those tried and true Newman Engineering products will find a wider market. It will also mean a wider scope for FarmShop to pitch in and help with engineering tasks, such as keeping implements working at top capacity. FarmShop, being local, have developed a keen focus on the kumara industry, with knowledge spanning chemicals and biological science through

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to the right technology for harvesting the Kaipara’s most famous export. It’s all about farming smarter together — and this expansion comes as FarmShop celebrate their 6th birthday. Compass, too, are growing strong, with trailers for all niches rolling out the door. Diesel tank trailers, water carriers, water blaster trailers and ute decks all add to a massive catalogue for the home-grown market leaders. It’s going to be a big move, and a big change, but with every last one of Newman Engineering’s staff retained

and huge scope for future prosperity, it’s a leap ahead for the rural support industry in Dargaville. While Margaret and John move on to other endeavours, they wish to offer their heartfelt thanks to all of those who have supported them throughout the years. Both they, and new management leaders Hamish and Mike, guarantee the same sterling level of service, with fresh endeavours still to come which they say will even further integrate and streamline their support of the vital agricultural sector.

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KAI IWI/KAIHU/TROUNSON/WAIPOUA

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Husband and wife Phil and Lily Berge and their daughter Grace Berge have just bought the Waipoua Lodge. Phil and Lily have spent years dairy farming in the South Waikato, near Whakamaru and Grace has studied hospitality and tourism, with five years experience working in the industry already under her belt. “We have been before to visit the kauri trees, but have not spent much time up here before now,” said Phil. “We were ready to make a change and sell the dairy farm, and have always wanted to own a bed and breakfast or lodge of some description. “When we saw Waipoua Lodge for sale, we came up to have a look and loved the place, so decided to take it on. We are loving it so far, especially the Waipoua Forest and Kai Iwi Lakes. Dargaville is a great little town as well. “It’s the kind of lifestyle we wanted after farming. We didn’t want to live in town but also wanted to keep busy and have freedom to spend time away. We love speaking and interacting with people and we wanted to be able to give guests a relaxed experience.” All three enjoying gardening, fishing, spending time with friends and family and watching rugby, and are keen to entice more visitors to make the trip over to experience the west coast, from the Bay of Islands. “In the future, around 2019, we are looking at hosting weddings for

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a maximum of 60 people. We also welcome special lunches and dinners for different occasions. “The west coast of Northland has many undiscovered gems and is a great place to visit. It’s rugged and beautiful all at the same time.” 

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TE KOPURU/POUTO

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With Kevin Morgan retiring as Te Kopuru Chief Fire Officer this year, Barbara Searle has stepped up to do the job. Barbara said she decided to take on the role “just to keep our brigade going, to help the community and keep things running along smoothly. It’s going good so far, I’ve just been carrying on with what we were doing. We all work together well.” The brigade recently had its end of year honoUrs night, with Barbara and Kevin awarded the Gold Star medal for 25 years’ service. Barbara said a highlight for the brigade this year has been some of their volunteers doing a four-day St John medical first responder course. With an increase in medical callouts, and the brigade often the first ones on the scene, this new knowledge about how to respond to the injured quickly can save lives. The brigade was also given new first aid equipment from St John. “Looking forward, we need to replace our ute. We use it a lot for 4WD call outs, like medicals and boat callouts. We’ve got the inflatable rescue boats as well so the ute is good for towing them.” The brigade covers from Notorious West and East road, right down to the end of the Pouto peninsula.

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B A Y LY S B E A C H

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On the west coast, 15 minutes drive from Dargaville, you’ll find the vibrant community of Baylys Beach. Chairperson of the Baylys Beach Society Leesa Andrewes reports on a busy year, and plans for the next. Surf Life Saving also confirms that the beach will have lifeguards this summer. “This year we have continued with some small planting projects, working to beautify the entrance and provide improved car parking and informative and updated signage,” said Leesa. She said a highlight this year was receiving Sarah Heritage’s masters’ thesis, ‘Exploring Coastal Development Through Affect and Discourse Over Time: A Case Study of the Bayly’s Beach Experience’. The copy is at the Dargaville Library, for anyone to read. Next year, the society is looking forward to supporting the Baylys Beach Community Centre Trust with building the new community centre which is currently going through the consent process. Leesa says “it will be a hub for the community to gather and new groups and activities to operate from, as well as provide a much needed home for Surf Lifesaving.” The society have also been busy presenting ideas to council for their upcoming 10 year action plan. “We will work with council to identify the most feasible projects and plan to start on some next year.” When it comes to the damaged sandbags at Chases Gorge, she said: “We understand council are removing the damaged sandbags and leaving the rest in place. You will notice signage warning everyone to stay away from this

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area.” This summer, the society hopes people enjoy the beach, but also remain aware of the dangers. “Especially in the water and with various vehicles using the beach, as well as pedestrians. There has been major cliff erosion this year so it’s best to stay off the cliffs for your safety. “We have a stunning natural environment which we want to enjoy and protect for future generations - the sunsets, fresh air, clear night skies and the sound of bird life, make Baylys’ Beach a great place to live. It’s great

to be part of the small village out here which is not far from the golf course, Dargaville township and Kai Iwi Lakes.” Lifeguards can now be confirmed to be at Baylys Beach this summer. Three lifeguards with an ATV, IRB, rescue board and a first aid equipment will patrol from Saturday, December 23 to Sunday, January 14, said a Surf Life Saving Northern Region spokesperson. 

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STUDY IN DARGAVILLE CARPENTRY The construction industry offers many career opportunities throughout New Zealand or internationally. From entry-level techniques to contract supervision, our programmes will give you the skills to step confidently onto a building site, armed with the knowledge to succeed. Whether you want to get into an apprenticeship, are already employed in construction and want to upskill, or simply want to acquire the knowledge to do basic construction work on your own home, we can help you get to where you want to be in this exciting and rewarding industry. Courses on offer may include*: Elementary Construction (Level 2) and Construction Trade Skills - Carpentry (Level 3)

PAINTING If you’re interested in painting and decorating, you can learn the skills and knowledge at NorthTec to gain employment in the industry. You’ll learn how to select, use and maintain the correct equipment for the job, how to prepare surfaces for painting and apply surface coatings, and you’ll also learn the industry methods of measuring and calculating. Students completing our programmes in this sector go on to employment in the painting and decorating industry, self-employment or work in related retail outlets. Courses on offer may include*: Painting (Level 2) and Construction Trade Skills - Painting (Level 3)

FORESTRY Forestry is one of Northland and New Zealand’s major primary industries, and skilled workers, who are drug free, with the right attitude and a strong focus on safety are highly sought after. Our qualifications are recognised all over New Zealand and have been put together in conjunction with the industry – so we know our graduates have the skills and attributes wanted by employers. Courses on offer may include*: Forest Industry Foundation Skills (Level 2)

HORTICULTURE NorthTec’s horticulture programmes give you the opportunity to gain skills that you can apply to industry or to developing sustainable practices within your own community. A career in horticulture will last a lifetime and create transferable skills, giving you a range of job opportunities. These range from the horticultural service industry and retail through to contracting, large commercial operations and self-employment. Courses on offer may include*: Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) Horticulture and Horticulture (General) (Level 3)

AGRICULTURE/APICULTURE (BEEKEEPING) New Zealand’s economic success relies heavily on the productivity of the agricultural sector. Quality trained and motivated people are in high demand throughout Northland and New Zealand. NorthTec delivers agricultural training on real, working farms, with knowledgeable tutors who have spent their lives working the land. The learning environment is highly practical and classes are often delivered in a wool shed, workshop, at the yards, dairy shed or paddock. Our programmes are ideal for people thinking of a career in farming, or looking to take the next step in running a farming business. Courses on offer may include*: Primary Industry Skills (Level 2), Agriculture Farming Systems (Level 3) and Apiculture (Level 3)

HOSPITALITY You’ll learn about food preparation and service, and gain barista techniques and skills in kitchen health and safety and customer service. Our tutors are experienced, passionate and well connected to local industry, and our graduates are sought after by employers both local and nationally. Course on offer may include*: Hospitality (Levels 2 and 3) Courses and programmes may be cancelled, postponed or have their content or configuration changed from time to time (including during the academic year) at the discretion of NorthTec. Refer to our website for terms and conditions www.northtec.ac.nz.

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H E A LT H & E D U C AT I O N

All bases covered

The Kaipara offers residents quick access to the right health services when needed, funded through two health boards, the Northland and Waitemata DHB’s. In North Kaipara, including Ruawai, Dargaville, Pouto, Waipoua and Tangiteroria, the Dargaville Total Health Care Medical Centre in Dargaville, provides digital radiology, physiotherapy, diabetes management and an onsite laboratory that processes blood tests, in approximately four hours for standard tests. You’ll also find a Regional Detox Unit, Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Drugs Counselling, Allied Health, Sexual Health Clinics, Maternity Clinics, and regular visits from specialists in paediatrics, surgery, gynecology, diabetes, as well as cardiologists, nutritionists and orthopaedic surgeons. The Mobile Services Surgical Bus visits every six to eight weeks. Dargaville Hospital has 12 beds, including four antenatal and postnatal beds and five alcohol detox beds, staffed by rural hospital specialist doctors and nurses. By working with Whangarei Hospital, they are always up to date with clinical knowledge and technology. The Dargaville Medical Centre provides excellent primary care to patients with hours from 7.30-5.30 weekdays, after hours care and a PRIME response service. Many of the Doctors boast speciality skills, like skin cancer, eye disease, women’s health and more. The centre’s GP’s also provide monthly outreach clinics on marae, in conjunction with Te Ha Oranga. They also have a medical practice in Ruawai. The Kaipara Community Health Shuttle

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is available to collect people from home and take them to health appointments in Dargaville and Whangarei. In the southern Kaipara covering Paparoa, Mangawhai and Wellsford, Coast To Coast Health Care provides cover. Each clinic has a GP and practice nurse, with other services available, differing at each site. The Wellsford Medical Centre provides a full range of accident and medical services, including after hours. The Maungaturoto, Mangawhai and Paparoa centres focus on family medicine, with more advanced services available by referral. They also provide nursing services like immunisation, basic accident management, regular health screening, wound care and chronic care nursing. Linking Hands Inc provides transport to assist people getting to medical appointments, with vehicles based in Maungaturoto, Mangawhai and Ruakaka. Te Ha Oranga provide community mobile nursing, throughout Kaipara. The district has strong fire brigades and St John Ambulance volunteers, providing a first response service to all accidents. The NEST helicopter is also available, to transport patients to main centre medical facilities in emergencies. The district also has an abundance of allied health providers, like physio, acupuncture, osteopaths, alternative health providers and more. We’ve got yoga, gyms, walking tracks, public pools, skateparks and walkways to keep you moving. 

Meri Kirihimete kia koutou nga whanau me te mihi whanui mo te tau hou e haere mai ana The staff at Te Ha Oranga would like to wish all our clients and whanau a safe and merry christmas. We look forward to catching up with you all in the new year.

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St Joseph’s Catholic School Dargaville St Joseph’s Catholic School has a unique Catholic character catering for the needs of all students from year one to year eight. Our vision is to “Flourish in faith, hope and love while realising our gifts and talents”. We are a multicultural school community offering a variety of multimedia, sporting, cultural and dynamic learning programmes. We will be open for new enrolments from Tuesday 23rd January 2018. Term 1 starts on Tuesday 30th January 2018.

Our small, boutique, family friendly childcare centre boasts a huge backyard for outdoor adventures. Taking enrolments now. Limited spaces.

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The Dargaville office will close on Fri 22nd Dec 2017. Our last GP clinic for 2017 is Thurs 14th Dec. Te Ha Oranga office opens 15th Jan 2018. The first Te Ha GP clinic for 20178 will be Tuesday 30th Jan 2018. Please contact Dargaville Medical Centre during our close down period if you need to access medical help

KC H T H E A LT H S H U T T L E The Health Shuttle will be closed from 22nd December and re-open on 15th January 2018. To book the Shuttle in January please call Te Ha Oranga on 439 3013 and leave a message on the answer phone. It has been our pleasure helping the community access health services both locally and in Whangarei. We appreciate the communities ongoing generous support towards the Health Shuttle.

We hope you all enjoy a safe and leisurely holiday from the team at the Kaipara Community Health Trust

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Kaipara 2018 summer ‘whats on’ There are plenty of events this summer in the Kaipara. So make sure to mark these key dates in your calendar! Kai Iwi/Waipoua Kai Iwi Lakes open day is on Saturday January, 27, at Lake Waikare. The day includes prizes, waka ama day and night snorkeling, guided tours, Circus Kumarani, barbecue, displays and games, with food and drink for purchase. Volunteers are also needed for many tasks on the day, register at goo.gl/ forms/3q1daMboPCvNjQsj2. The Northland Circus Festival, hosted by Circus Kumarani is on FridaySunday, January, 5-7, at Waipoua Forest Visitors Centre. As an event for the whole family, there will be workshops and performances for every age and ability. A gala show with international performers will be presented under the big top, with special guests from Europe and New Zealand. Watch the Facebook event for updates. A hangi is happening on the Saturday night made by the Te Roroa iwi, $15 per person. Pre-order before the event. Camping not included in the price, book in with teroroa.iwi.nz/ visit-waipoua.html. To book your festival tickets or for more information email admin@circuskumarani.co.nz. Dargaville

Christmas Day Service. Join us at the Dargaville Gospel Church beside the Fire Station, 9.30am Christmas Day to celebrate. All welcome. The 125th Northern Wairoa

A&P show, Saturday, February 10. Visit arapohueshow.weebly.com for more details. Toka Fest Saturday, February 17, 12pm. At the TokaToka tavern, corner of Toka Toka road and State Highway 12, Ruawai. The Avoca Kumara Kai Iwi Lakes Triathlon is on Saturday, February 24, 8:15am-12:30am. There’s a choice of two distances, options for teams and an event for the kids. The start, finish and transition areas are all based at Pine Beach where there is camping available. Tickets and information at sporty.co.nz/ runwalkseries/Kai-Iwi-Triathlon/EventInformation-10?em=0 Northland Field days are on Thursday, Friday and Saturday March 1-3, in 2018 at 33 Awakino Point East Road and State Highway 14, Dargaville. Kauri Coast Surfcasting Contest, is on Saturday, March 10, at Omamari Beach. 1st prize Kahawai $5,000. Check their facebook page for updates. Ruawai A Very Lindsay Christmas, local Ruawai Christmas lights display, at 336 Wallace Rd Ruawai. Free entry, open most nights, weather depending. Check their “A Very Lindsay Christmas” facebook page for updates. Paparoa The Paparoa Community picnic,

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Sunday January 14, at the village green. Bring a plate to share. The Pahi Regatta is on Anniversary weekend, January 27 and 28. Launch, runabout, kayak and powered bathtub races, Miss Pahi, stalls, rides, hot food Saturday night meal available. Live music in marquee on both Saturday and Sunday nights. Free entry. For further information contact Brent Sheppard 021 134-6957 or email pahiboatclub@gmail. com

The Paparoa A&P Show, is on Saturday February, 3. Visit paparoashow. org.nz for more details. The Tinopai School Fishing contest, Saturday January 13, 7am. Weigh in at the Tinopai grounds. All fish to be weighed by 4pm. Tickets $30. Children 5-13yrs free sprat weigh in 2pm. Spot prizes, hangi, food, byo quick fire raffles, fish auction, carnival rides, entertainment. Tickets online at buytickets.at/tinopaifish phone 09 SCHOOL HOLIDAY

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E N T E R TA I N M E N T in summer, starting with their Christmas special, on Saturday, December 23 and ending on Saturday February, 17. They are all at Te Whai Bay Wines, 367 King Road, Mangawhai and feature live music. Times are 4.30–7.30pm every Saturday except the ‘Spanish BBQ in the vines’ on February 4, is 1pm-4pm. A long lunch is provided for the Spanish event, tickets $59. Entry is free for all others, and no BYO alcohol or food allowed. Bring picnic tables or blankets for the lawn area. Phone Lesley for the transport shuttle on 027 241 72852. Mangawhai Domain Gala Tuesday, January 2, 9-2pm. Adults $4, child $2, under 5 free. Live Music, food stalls, raffles. mangawhaidomain.org.nz. Mangawhai Tavern presents Elemeno P and Jordan Luck Band on December 27 from 6.30pm-11pm. Tickets available at eventfinda.co.nz Mangawhai Tavern New Year’s Eve, December 31 from 7pm. A totally free and totally awesome evening of fun and festivity. Furious III are a musical treat from Whangarei that know how to get everybody in the mood and groove. Mangawhai Tavern presents Katchafire, Black Seeds and Aaradhna the playlist for your summer road trip on January 2, 2018 from 6.30pm. Tickets available at aaaticketing.co.nz Mangawhai Tavern presents The Feelers and The Eastern on January 5, 2018 from 7pm-11pm. Tickets eventfinda.co.nz Black Swamp Rod Run, Saturday,

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January 6. Register from 9am, 10am brief, 10.45am start, $20 per car. Registration and depart from Mangawhai Domain. Public viewing, 9-11am. Gold Coin entry for Otamatea High School. The 5th Annual Logger Heads event is over Auckland Anniversary Weekend, Anniversary weekend, January 27 and 28, at Mangawhai Heads. Divisions include - Open Logger, Wahine, Old Mal, Groms and this year a Master Division is open. The OFFICIAL Soiree will take place at the Wood Street Freehouse kindly supported by McLeods Brewery. Email Tony baker.buddha@gmail.com or call 021907066 for more details. 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. Maungaturoto Markets - 1st Friday of the month, 3.30–6.30pm. For information phone Terri on 09 431 8599 or 021 0222 0218 or email maungaturotomarkets@gmail.com. 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. Tangiteroria Tavern Car Boot Sale

Gala Market Day - 1st Sunday, $5 per car boot or stall. Contact Sheryl on 09 433 2802. Te Kopuru Market - 1st Sunday of the month, Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Ivy Vincent 09 439 1852.

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431 7182. Kaiwaka Top of the Rock is on Sunday, February 11, 8.30am start, at the Kaiwaka sports complex. Visit kaiwakasports.co.nz for more details. The 68th annual Otamatea Open tennis Tournament, on January 27 and 28 at the Kaiwaka sports complex. Contact the Kaiwaka Tennis Club for more information 02102570322, spiralenterpriseslimited@gmail.com. Mangawhai Mangawhai Artists Gallery Elena Nikolaeva's upcoming"FORM AND FLOW" at Mangawhai Artists Gallery. Mixed media funky sculptures and mixed media paintings. From December 29 January 7. Opening on December 28, 6pm-8pm. Mangawhai Museum, Hawaiki Special Exhibition - Bringing the world closer. A special exhibition on communication and the landing of the new Hawaiki submarine cable. June 2017 to June 2018. Included in museum admission. The Gaya Tree New Year's Celebration is on Sunday, December 31, 654 Tara Rd Mangawhai, starting at 5pm. “Come and join us as together we create a sacred and ceremonial space in which to welcome 2018 in a conscious way.” Tickets are $40 per adult, $25 child and under five free. Family passes with 2 adults and 2 children are, $110. All tickets include an organic whole food dinner. Email samantha@thegayatree. co.nz for any enquiries. Music in the vines is on every Saturday

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DARGAVILLE HEART OF THE KAURI COAST AND A GREAT PLACE TO: Live | Visit | Do Business Dargaville Community Development Board Inc. HISTORY The board has been operating for two years, and plans to move into the Dargaville Municipal Building in Hokianga Road early in 2018. Three part time staff manage community housing, development within Dargaville community and special projects

PROMOTION AND MARKETING The Dargaville website, promotional banners and a planned Facebook presence raise the DCDB profile encouraging the community, developers and entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate to achieve desired outcomes. On www. dargavillenz.com an events calendar will evolve throughout the year. The site has been designed to be a connection resource for the community, new residents, new business ventures and visitors.

COMMUNITY HOUSING There is a management contract between the Kaipara District Council and DCDB to manage both Dargaville and Ruawai community housing, with a register of interest from community members seeking accommodation.

HISTORIC RIVER WALK

Promoting Community Engagement

A dedicated group from the Dargaville Museum and the Northern Wairoa Genealogy Club has driven this initiative with the overall name of Amber Threads, Tales and Trails. With the first of the trails due for completion early 2018, following the river from Dargaville town and up to Harding Park. The second will be developed during 2018 and will follow the river, east through the Riverside Gardens and include historic buildings.

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If you live in our community and you have an idea, initiative, or project, We want to know! We can even assist with funding applications. Clubs

Groups

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The board is making progress with research and development, with a steering committee looking at three land options and working on a business proposal for funding.

CO-WORKING FACILITY We have had discussions with Northland Inc, the regional development agency, on developing a co-working space in the planned Municipal Building office above Muddy Waters Gallery as a Community and Business Hub. We anticipate creating an environment to foster community Initiatives, new business entrepreneurs, developers and investors, creating economic growth for Dargaville and environs.

Promoting Revitalisation and Growth

By empowering businesses to realise their full potential and grow a robust and vibrant environment Across all sectors.

New & Existing Business

CCTV SECURITY We have secured grants for the installation of closed circuit television cameras in the CBD connecting to Dargaville police in early 2018. Talks have been held with the Dargaville Business Forum on how the project will develop and costs associated with becoming involved.

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These have been popular with community groups, clubs and organisations. The concept we have developed encourages funders to present an overview, with time for informal discussion and appointments with applicants. We plan to repeat this for 2018.

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WELCOME FUNCTION As a result of many new business owners in Dargaville and an influx of residents in general we organised a Welcome Function at the Town Hall foyer. We plan to establish this as an annual event in our calendar.

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WEARABLE ARTS This hugely successful event took place in September and was facilitated by DCDB and driven by a project team. This event was a major success for the Dargaville Arts Association and is scheduled to feature annually on the calendar with next year's event set for September 14/15.

DARGAVILLE IMAGE/IDENTITY We feel that there are many projects that would benefit from a strong brand and in fact are hindered by the absence of an identity we can be proud of. During 2018 we would like to investigate and develop such a brand.

FUNDING APPLICATIONS Throughout the year, a number of grant applications have resulted in receipt of approximately $180,000, funding a wide variety of community activities and events. The DCDB Board and staff wish you a safe and happy festive time and a prosperous New Year.

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KAIPARA GREY POWER Keeping up with Grey Power Grey Power has a very effective advocacy team which meets with ministers and heads of government departments to discuss various issues. The result — Grey Power policies being considered and sometimes implemented. Past meetings have Included: Ministry of Social Development, where we discussed rest home subsidies and problems which occur while a property is going through the sale process, SuperGold card off-peak travel and the smart card option, and age-friendly cities. Medicines New Zealand; discussed issues with the overuse of opiates for older people. General Practice New Zealand; we were informed of changes to the GPs subsidy system and what impact that will have for community service card holders. We also discussed the cost of GP visits and actions to reinstate personal access at a lower rate for those who have to make regular visits to the doctor. The government has changed this from personal to medical centre registration. Ministry of Health; Surgery and the need for the ministry to support a national criterion. Healthy Ageing Strategy is being administered in the manner in which it was intended. InteRai: Sought information on InteRai

assessments, reductions in home care, more regular InteRai assessments of care hours and a definition of restorative care. Public Service Assn: PSA national secretaries discussed a number of issues we have in common. These included: equal pay; the care and support workers’ settlement; security of national superannuation at age 65; ageism in the workplace and an adequately funded elective surgery. Ministry for the Environment: Met with Land and Air Policy Manager to explore options for a review of the national environment standards for air and the negative impact of some regional air plans on the ability of older people to keep homes warm in winter. There will be ongoing discussions on this issue. Recent local benefits include: instigating a new retirement village; election meetings for candidates; ongoing action to get medical travel allowances; interest supporting the Dargaville Cancer Support Group with another very successful Twilight Years’

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Kaipara Service Directory ATJ

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SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE

• 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

Phone Patrick Lumby: 027 201 8625

• All general engineering requirements • Suppliers of Waikato Milking Systems • Lowara Pumps • Hi Tech Effluent Systems

BRITESIDE PAINTERS Interior/exterior - new builds, repaints, roofs, fencing, waterblasting. Now taking bookings for the spring and summer seasons. No obligation quotes.

Phone Dean: 021 235 0570

inc GST

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027 455 7750 / 09 439 8628

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Collections, Adjustments & Repairs in store

Closed Dec 28th and Jan 4th, Open again on Jan 11th.

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106A Victoria St Dargaville Call 09 438 3509

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Dargaville Funeral Services Ltd 24 Hours — 09 439 8016

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Tuesday – Friday — 8.30am – 5.00pm Tues & Weds Late Night Open till late by appointment only

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

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Agricultural & Industrial electrical servicing

• Pest Control • Carpets & Upholstery • Interior and Exterior Home Cleaning e-mail - kaiparacleaningco@farmside.co.nz Facebook - www.facebook.com/kaiparacleaningco

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

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• Post & Batten • Entrances • Post & Rail • Retaining Walls MacJimray Septic Cleaning are theLots • Stock Services Yards • Riparian septic tank cleaning specialists in your district. • Netting • Subdivisions Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

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Kaipara Service Directory Going to the Airport?

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Call Owen direct: 021 368 595

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Closing date for classified advertising for the 16 January 2017 edition is 10am Monday 15 January 2017 Grazing

GRAZING WANTED for dairy weaners, phone 021 260 2632.

CAR & marine batteries in stock from $130.00, Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.

CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764. CAMPING GAS cookers, lights and accessories. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219. FISHING RODS, reels and tackle. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville phone 09 439 8219. GAZEBOS AND tents, various sizes available. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219. HENS FOR sale, 4 white, 1 black, 3 brown, all young hens are laying, $10 each phone 021 0839 7860. JACK FANNON Menswear has a large variety of men’s casual wear, workwear, and accessories etc to see you through the holiday break. Closed stats only. 52 Victoria Street, Dargaville. 09 439 8946. KUMARA IMPLEMENTS, water cart/ tank and trash pump. Kumara inter roller, 3 head plus moulders, top chopper 2 rows. Phone 022 437 6257. OIL, AIR and fuel filters. Change your filters before the summer holidays. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219. PORTABLE TOILETS, 20 litre holding capacity, great for camping and boating. 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. TRAILER COUPLINGS, locks and jockey wheels. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.

Raffle Results NORTHERN WAIROA LIONS CHRISTMAS RAFFLE RESULTS, drawn under police supervision. $100 chemist voucher 138 Avalon Kainamu, $100 petrol voucher 200 Kerry Ryan, $100 countdown voucher 164 Henry Wati, Piemaker 107 Rusty. Thanks to all who supported us.

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$1 BONANZA week at Ruawai Corner place Garden Centre. All 6 cell flower & vegetable plants now $1 each. All tomatoes, cucumbers, egg plants, courgettes & pumpkin $1 each. Large fruiting capsicum & chillies just $2 each, all flowering baskets $10 each. For this week only, closing Friday 22nd at 5pm, opening January 23rd 2018, eftpos available. 3 WAY fridges, 42 litre chest type, very efficient for camping/boating. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.

FREE measure and quote Rental and retrofit specialists Northland wide

Livestock WANTED TO buy, for a small lifestyle block, arapawa sheep, weaned lambs or sheep, contact 021 526 966. WEANER PIGLETS 8/9 weeks old $90.00. Two breeding sows, one saddleback, one black devon $200.00 each, phone 439 0627.

Pet Supplies PET DOORS – Cat Doors, Dog Doors for Glass or Timber – supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

Missing MISSING CATTLE 35 yearling steers and bulls NAIT registered under the name of Kathleen Daniel, moved from our farm at Horeke in June, September and October 17. If you have any information about these cattle please contact me by email reuben@tylor.org.ck.

Nurseries & Plants MERRY CHRISTMAS from us all at Babylon Coast Gardens. We are open on Saturday the 8th and 15th December 10am to 4pm as usual at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. Then by appointment only until the New Year. For more information or to talk to us about our range of native plants phone 09 439 4223 or email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz.

Tree Services COAST TO Coast Treeworks. Professional tree services, qualified and insured. All aspects of tree work. Phone Victor 021 050 2665. TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Ph Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

Storage SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Also workshop space available, best rates guaranteed. Phone 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage.co.nz.

Wanted SUZUKI 4X4 Wanted to buy - parked, damaged or unwanted, Escudo Vitara/Grand Vitara. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

To Rent MODERN SPACIOUS 1 bedroom unit lots of storage, nice sunny deck with garage in town. No Pets, references required $230 p/w lawns & water included. Phone 021 439 657.

SAFETY FIRST ON THE FARM

Thank You

Situations Vacant

To my friends and family, thank you very much for making my 22nd birthday the best one yet, I am still speechless.

Love Mary

Administrator Wanted for the Northern Wairoa Netball Association – Part time position Work from home and some Saturday work over the season. To request a Job Description please contact The Secretary nwnetball@gmail.com. Please forward your CV and covering letter to nwnetball@gmail.com Applications close 11th January 4pm

Situations Vacant

Machinery Operators – Dargaville & Mangawhai Due to rapid company growth we are urgently seeking experienced Heavy Machinery Operators with experience in operating Excavators, Motorscrapers, Bulldozers and/or Rollers. Along with experience you will also bring to this role: • A strong focus on safety and quality. • Full Class 1 licence, WTR endorsement, Class 2 an advantage. • Ability to work in a team environment. • Prepared to undertake other duties when required. • Able to operate with precision and possess strong finishing skills. • Have a high emphasis on Health & Safety. We offer excellent hourly rates and the opportunity to be part of a fast-growing company.

Civil Engineer – Dargaville We are looking for a versatile and experienced Civil Engineer to join our team in Dargaville. This is an interesting role that requires an engineer with experience in all aspects of civil engineering. Based in our Dargaville office, this job will offer versatility and challenge. You will: • Carry out site investigations, survey, and field testing. • Perform analysis and design across a range of projects. • Produce engineering reports and plans. • Manage contracts and projects. • Estimating and quantity surveying. You must: • Hold a Tertiary qualification in Civil Engineering. • Must have at least 3 years’ New Zealand civil engineering/land development experience. • Experience dealing with Councils and Council requirements. • Have proven Project Management experience. • Excellent communication skills across all channels that includes Verbal and Written. On offer is the chance to join an established company, in an interesting role. This is a full time, permanent position, has a competitive and attractive salary with a vehicle.

Heavy Diesel Mechanic - Dargaville We are seeking an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic to service, repair and maintain a wide range of vehicles and specialist equipment including Trucks, Utes, Excavators, Motorscrapers and Bulldozers. Our fleet is predominantly CAT equipment. You will bring to this role: • A trade certificate or equivalent – in heavy diesel • Broad knowledge base of plant and machinery • Ability to work in a team environment • A strong focus on safety and quality • Flexability to work weekends, on call and overtime This is a full time, permanent position. The role offers a competitive remuneration package.

Successful applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment medical and drugs screen. Please apply in writing/email including a current CV to admin@wilsonearthmoving.co.nz or drop into our office at 47 Edward Street, Dargaville. Applications close 22nd December 2017.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 19 - 2017

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 16 January 2017 edition is 10am Monday 15 January 2017

Situations Vacant

Work Wanted

Property Maintenance

Memoriam

RELIEF MILKER required, Ruawai area, 500 cows, phone 021 260 2632.

CARPET LAYER complete supply and installation of new and used carpet and underlay. Repairs/ restretching/garage carpet — Quality Service phone Ian 027 499 6413.

AP SERVICES meth contamination testing. Confidential service, reliable results, reasonable rates & certified tester. Email phil@apservices.co.nz www.apservices. co.nz or phone 0204 117 9255 or 09 439 0045.

Donna Berghan (Humphrey)

THE ANZAC THEATRE is looking for the ideal person to continue the success story of our community cinema. This is a part time position – including considerable evening and weekend work. It has responsibility for office administration, periods of sole charge operation of the cinema as well as ensuring that people have a great theatre experience.

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill

We are looking for a flexible person to work 22 hours a week, with more hours required during the school holidays.

09 439 1505 027 614 6309

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

09 439 6068

This job requires ability in accounts processing and office administration plus a friendly manner and skills in dealing directly with people. A police check is required.

Any job big or small. We do them ALL

jacobap@xtra.co.nz or vernon.woods@anzactheatre. co.nz …no later than Friday 12 January 2018.

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

PART TIME GENERAL FARM WORKER POSITION WITH ACCOMMODATION

The job involves moving livestock (bulls) and some general farm maintenance. Garden maintenance is also included in this position. Additional hours undertaking tractor work may be available in the spring if suitably experienced.

DON’T BE SHY, GIVE IT A TRY

Do you have a nose for a good story? Are you curious about your community, local government, schools, sports or anything else that others might like to hear about? Can you use a camera? Do you have a excellent command of the written language?

TOKATOKA 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.

jobs@nsmm.co.nz

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022

UPHOLSTERY Quality upholstery services

Phone or text Darron 021 584 221 or (09) 439 7994

Advertise in the Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds Ph 09 439 6933 If you are reading this Newspaper, so are Thousands of others. Our advertisers need to talk to them and we want you to talk to our advertisers! • Sales staff wanted now • Full training provided • Massive database of customers • Huge potential to grow with our successful publications

Les Taylor

Rode his last horse 20 December 2015. The tears still fall and our hearts still ache but with loving and lasting memories, we remember. Love you always. Karen, Brett, Jaime, Evie & Saul

FURNITURE TRUCK HIRE Hire or use FREE* when you buy or sell Real Estate with Gary Morris

Call: 021 902 087 Email: gary@fnkaipara.co.nz *T&C apply Licenced under REAA 2008

Anne Joyce Hansen 25/10/38 — 17/12/17

Anne passed away peacefully at Norfolk court rest home, 17th December. Loving wife of Maurice, mother of John, Candy (deceased), Kelly & Suzy-Anne, and Nana Anne to all of her grand and great grandchildren.

She will be sadly missed

MERRY CHRISTMAS from the Riverside Produce markets team! We will be open both 21 Dec and 4th Jan, but will be closed on the 28th Dec. Have a wonderful holiday season!

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

Love Karina, Jude and Dad.

from John & Janine Hansen's family

Public Notices

Trades & Services

Domestic, commercial, caravan squabs, motorcycle seats, antiques, marine etc. Email your CV & Cover Letter to:

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

DARGAVILLE CITIZENS Advice Bureau will close 1pm Wednesday 20 December 2017 for the Christmas break, reopening 10am Monday 8 January 2018, A safe and Merry Christmas to all.

BRICK AND blocklaying tradesmen, fencing, columns, paving, outdoor fireplaces, repairs and more phone Tony 022 311 8447.

17.3.1953 - 23.12.2016

A year has gone already, remembering you is easy, I do it everyday, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. Always in our hearts.

Death Notices

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.

Then have we got the job for you! Come and join our enthusiastic team of writers. Tertiary qualification not essential.

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

A position is available for a farm worker with accommodation in the Ruawai / Matakohe district of Northland.

WRITER WANTED

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 Bobcat Services

Applications need to be emailed to, and received by: The Secretary, Dargaville Community Cinema Charitable Trust

Email pgbamforth@gmail.com with your CV and contact details.

PRESSURE WASHING, soft house wash, drives, paths, decks and more, phone Tony 022 311 8447.

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.

If this sounds like you please apply with a CV and a covering letter. Tell us why this is the job for you and why you are the right person for this job.

3-4hrs/day and salary is approximately $18hr depending on experience. Self-contained accommodation on the farm is also available to rent.

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.

Kaipara

Community Health Trust

HEALTH SHUTTLE Stuck for a ride? Don’t miss your Health appointment, we can help. For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

Hansen, Anne

Died on 17th December 2017 peacefully at Norfolk Court Rest Home. We will cherish the happy memories and we will always have you in our hearts. Loved Mother & Mother in Law of Kelly & Stacey. Loved Nana Anne of Dylan & Rachel. In accordance with Anne's wishes a private cremation has already been held.

Public Notices

BOOKS@RUAWAI

SALE BOOKS 5 Freyberg Road Ruawai. Normal opening hours apply until Friday the 22nd of December. Closed from Thursday 28th December until Tuesday 2nd January, then normal weekday opening hours will resume.

Ph 09 439 2044

OPENING SOON CHRISTMAS

SALE

50% OFF ALL STOCK 18 December 2017 to 6 January 2018 HOSPICE SHOP 96 Victoria St, Dargaville *EXCLUDING FURNITURE

02BIKEGIRL 2 4 5 3 4 4 7 5 PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that the Hibiscus Coast Motorsport Club have made application to have the following road temporarily closed on the day and at the times below for the Arcadia Road Rallysprint. Sunday 18 February 2018 - 9:00.a.m. to 6:00.p.m. (earlier if finished before)

CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE Come! Join us at the Dargaville Gospel Church beside the fire Station, 9.30am Christmas Day to celebrate the birth of Jesus.

APPLY TODAY Email your CV & Cover Letter to:

jobs@nsmm.co.nz

All welcome.

Arcadia Road, Maungaturoto Any objections to this proposal should be in the hands of the Kaipara District Council before 4.00.p.m. on Friday 26 January 2018.

December 19 - 2017

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

92 AWAKINO ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$299,000 207 DOCTOR HILL ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$675,000 49 PIRIKA STREET, DARGAVILLE

FABULOUS ENTRY LEVEL HOME

SOMETHING DIFFERENT

DON’T MISS THE BOAT

BACH AT THE BEACH

This 3 bedroom home has room for the kids to play freely on 1524sqm section. They will just love it and so will you. Sunny lounge, standard kitchen / dining, 1 bathroom & separate toilet. Fully insulated by Healthy Homes, also with a near new heat pump. Single garage workshop. Plenty of room to build your dream shed! RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3927

This property has it all and more! It boasts a small dam, paddocks, 4 bedroom barn style home with wooded interior, fruit trees and rose’s..... the list of benefits just keep going on and on. Only 4 Km into Maungaturoto it is the best of both worlds.

Well-presented property on 4.6 acres (approx.) features a 3 bedroom sun drenched home, open plan living with polished concrete floors, en-suite, freestanding fireplace plus a north facing deck. Also has a double garage, established grounds and a great outlook over the surrounding farmlands.

Enjoy wide water views from your genuine kiwi bach, large deck through to open plan studio with pull-out / fold-down beds, plus bunk room. Includes 2 Caravans. Sleeps 8. Two flush toilets! 820 sqm section with water tank and septic. Walk to beach and wharf. Plenty of parking.

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRU2100

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3809

RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 or 09 431 6912 WEB ID MRE2117

LET US TAKE CARE OF YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY IN 2018

8 EMPIRE STREET, DARGAVILLE

$110,000 TINOPAI ROAD, TINOPAI

$605,000 2 GOEBEL STREET, TINOPAI

$315,000

140 BEATSON ROAD, WHAKAPIRAU PRICE BY NEGOTIATION

$139,000 26 CRANLEY STREET, DARGAVILLE

Our professional Property Managers will take care of the hard work, time and stress that comes with owning a rental property. We offer full Property Management services and highly recommend this for absentee landlords.

We cover the whole of the Kaipara region!

$249,000 19A CLEMATIS WAY, MAUNGATUROTO

$319,000

SECTION ON EMPIRE

BUY 1 OR BUY 2!

THEY’RE GOING QUICK

YOUNG FAMILY OPPORTUNITY

This property and it’s neighbour have just been cut over and raked. Buy now for cheap and reap the rewards of making it your own. This is as much of a blank canvas as you can get and is just waiting for you to come and make it all your own. All boundary lines in photos are only a approximate indication.

Centrally located 2 bedroom home features polished floors throughout, open plan kitchen/dining with a separate lounge. Also has ceiling and underfloor insulation, kent style fireplace plus a single garage with a storage shed in the back yard. The section is fully fenced and close to all town amenities.

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3916

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2017

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3926

Large section size of 2406 sqm with relocated 3 bedroom home, good sized kitchen, carport, sunny deck. North-facing aspect. Shade trees, fruit trees, vege patch. Lots of outdoor space for children and pets. Lovely country view to admire. Potential to expand when the budget allows! Call Rhoda now to view. RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 or 09 431 6912 WEB ID MRE2099

KAIWHITU ISLAND, TINOPAI

$120,000 80 SHEPPARD OAKS ROAD, MATAKOHE

$497,000 86 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO

$555,000 K133 GIBBONS ROAD, KAIWAKA

$525,000

PENINSULA PARADISE

HALF AN ISLAND

PRIVATE GETAWAY

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2107

1.948 ha’s with new 4 bedroom house waiting for a new owner. Privately located at the end of a dead end road, just over 5 mins drive to S H 12. Extensive views over the neighbouring farmland and dam. Shed suitable for storage or having chooks and a container for storage. Run some sheep or have a horse. Call today. SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRU2037

Imagine owning part of an island. Found in the inner Kaipara Harbour the island is located out from the Tinopai Peninsula. Land size is 1.3810 ha’s, is covered in shrubs, grasses and trees. Contour is steep. Accessed by water only.

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

Uninterrupted views for miles, this unique peninsula property offers peace and privacy. You will enjoy unsurpassed tranquillity with the Kaipara Harbour surrounding the entire property. Approximate 2 hour drive time from Auckland, will have you arriving at this ridiculously fabulous piece of paradise. 450 acres (approx) with a combination contour, MAUNGATUROTO COMMERCIAL KAIWAKA block with good yards, a wool presently being farmed as a INVESTMENT beef breeding and finishing LIFESTYLE This commercial property offers four possible incomecottage, to Thisallow 4 acre easy lifestyleaccess block is for very stock close to management. Kaiwaka township, shed, numerous dams, and a solid opportunities with 3 retail/office spaces as well as 4 bedroom, yet perfectly positioned to offer you all the privacy and peace 2 bathroom residential accommodation 2 levels. Two that semi-rural living can provide. Gorgeousinrural views By the waters edge is an on area used forof camping holidays, fishing & relaxing the three ground floor areas are currently tenanted. The surround the relocated 1920’s home. Close to amenities and almost share complete seclusion. by aappointment only. Call JillThe today! three premises a communal kitchen andViewing two toilets.strictly A only short drive to Mangawhai Beach. 4 bedroom house privateJILL court yard offers a shared outdoor WILSON Mob 021 space. 505 712 KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB WEB ID MC2113 ID MRU2101

is in need of updating and some vision. ANDREA CLARKE WEB ID MRU2120

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 09 439 7295 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto www.roperandjones.co.nz www.roperandjones.co.nz 09 431 1016

Dargaville Ltd 09 Realty 439 7295 Licensed Agent 09 431 1016 REAA 2008 Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Please contact our offices for more information and to request a free rental appraisal.

ADRIAN ASTLEY

SHAR DORMER

Property Manager

92 AWAKINO ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$299,000 207 DOCTOR HILL ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

FABULOUS ENTRY LEVEL HOME

SOMETHING DIFFERENT

DON’T MISS THE BOAT

BACH AT THE BEACH

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRU2100

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3809

RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 or 09 431 6912 WEB ID MRE2117

8 EMPIRE STREET, DARGAVILLE

$110,000 TINOPAI ROAD, TINOPAI

$675,000 49 PIRIKA STREET, DARGAVILLE

Property Manager

$139,000 26 CRANLEY STREET, DARGAVILLE

$605,000 2 GOEBEL STREET, TINOPAI

$315,000

$249,000 19A CLEMATIS WAY, MAUNGATUROTO

$319,000

SECTION ON EMPIRE

BUY 1 OR BUY 2!

THEY’RE GOING QUICK

YOUNG FAMILY OPPORTUNITY

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3916

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2017

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3926

KAIWHITU ISLAND, TINOPAI

$120,000 80 SHEPPARD OAKS ROAD, MATAKOHE

$497,000 86 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO

$555,000 K133 GIBBONS ROAD, KAIWAKA

$525,000

HALF AN ISLAND

PRIVATE GETAWAY

MAUNGATUROTO COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT

KAIWAKA LIFESTYLE

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2107

This commercial property offers four possible income opportunities with 3 retail/office spaces as well as 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom residential accommodation on 2 levels. Two of the three ground floor areas are currently tenanted. The three premises share a communal kitchen and two toilets. A private court yard offers a shared outdoor space. KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB ID MC2113

This 4 acre lifestyle block is very close to Kaiwaka township, yet perfectly positioned to offer you all the privacy and peace that semi-rural living can provide. Gorgeous rural views surround the relocated 1920’s home. Close to amenities and only a short drive to Mangawhai Beach. The 4 bedroom house is in need of updating and some vision. ANDREA CLARKE WEB ID MRU2120

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008