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‘D-day’ boosts dementia funding u by Paul Campbell

Maungaturoto’s ‘D-day’ fundraiser for dementia unit extensions to the town’s Riverview Rest Home produced “a fantastic response” from the wider Kaipara community and raised $16,000 in a single morning.

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“We are really starting to get the message out to the wider Kaipara community that this new facility for the district is becoming a reality,” said Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust chair, Craig Fergus, after last Thursday’s event. The 14-bed dementia unit is to cost $3.6 million and $654,000, has so far been spent on planning, resource and building consents. The trust has a bank facility of $1.8 million leaving $900,000 to be found.” A fundraising committee has been charged with finding $500,000. “We have applications out for grants for the rest of the money,” said Mr Fergus. “After last Thursday’s breakfast morning, the total raised by Albie Paton and his committee has hit $270,000, and that’s a fantastic effort and a huge boost on the pathway to seeing the new dementia unit become a reality. “More importantly, the event has put our message out well and truly out there, with More FM broadcasting live to Northland. It was also made possible by Richard Wearmouth and his team with their Rapid Relief Trailer, a Brethren initiative aimed at helping feed emergency response teams in the event of civil emergencies.” Mr Paton said Richard Wearmouth and his team had cooked breakfasts underway for delivery to businesses and individuals by 6.30am, “and so it went on until the last orders were away by 10am. Another crew was led

p Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust’s D-Day’ fundraising effort towards a dementia unit at the town’s Riverview Rest Home facility. From left to right: Fundraisers and trust members Albie Paton, Graham Slatter, Mike Smales. John Markby (front) Craig Fergus, Don McKay, Nona Rogers and Paula Mooney.

by Pam Chapman, and between them, the teams did in excess of 600 meals. Food was donated by local business and producers. The total raised on the day was breakfast sales of $5,893 plus donations from the public of $10,100.” More FM with John Markby broadcast from 7am until after 9am. “To do things like this you need the whole district

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u The founder of the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club Inc, Bruce Galloway, has been awarded a Life Membership in recognition of his 22 years of support and commitment. From meetings held at home between five gentlemen with a shared interest, the club has developed into playing an important role in preserving and maintaining Kaipara history. Bruce had a vision of a vintage machinery museum and inspired members to help clear and landscape a piece of rough land provided by the Kaipara District Council, developing it into the current facility near the Dargaville Museum. He declined the first nomination offered several years ago and was surprised at the recent AGM where the Life Membership was sprung on him — to prevent him declining again.

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p The principal of Arapohue School, Leanne Brown, collected a copy of the new Northland Rescue Helicopter appeal book Mighty Mike to the Rescue, winning it in a promotion. “We are a small school, and this is a lovely surprise,” said Leanne. The Kaipara Lifestyler was given several books to donate to the local community. Two other books from previous appeals are available at the website nest.org.nz, and the school would like to obtain them to complete the collection.

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p John McLean, one of the volunteers who care for the grounds at the Dargaville Fire and Emergency station, is extremely proud of the garden blooms, which stand along the side of the building. “It just takes a bit of time and effort to bring the secateurs down, and it’s nice to have the place looking good for the boys — they do a good job,” said John. The team is looking for more volunteers from the community, particularly service volunteers, and interested people can contact the station at 09 439 3055.

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Heli appeal gets a lift

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u by Jill Dickie

Kaipara motorists are enjoying the drop in fuel prices at the pump after reaching around $2.40 a litre for 91 in September this year. The current average price in the district is $2.11 a litre. AA Petrolwatch spokesperson, Mark Stockdale, attributes the reduction to continual drops in commodity prices and the strengthening New Zealand dollar, which is now at the highest level since August. “This brings petrol prices to the lowest level seen since April, and diesel the lowest since June,” he said. “Fuel company margins have also risen since the middle of the year, notably since the introduction of the Auckland Regional Fuel Tax in July, so at current margins pump prices could fall further.” With the Christmas break approaching, that is good news for holidaymakers, though a certain amount of scepticism is held by some members of the public. “The prices will probably go up again because they know we need fuel for the extra travelling we do over the holidays, and they can p Mark Stockdale, AA Petrolwatch spokesperson, make more money off us,” said a considers fuel prices could drop further Dargaville resident. Reportedly the landed fuel cost rises September price rises, he said, “margins and falls with variances in the New were well above average — the highest Zealand dollar, but Stockdale feels that for over a year — and fuel companies some prices changes are unwarranted should have really been cutting prices, by service station owners. Regarding the not raising them.” ¢

After becoming involved in a fundraising breakfast in Dargaville recently, director of Mac Ute Accessories, Luke Underwood, has pledged his Hamilton-based company will donate some of its profits to the Northland Helicopter Service appeal, giving it an unexpected lift. “Until December 21, we will gift five per cent of all of our hard-lid sales to Northland new vehicle dealers selling Ford, VW, Holden, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Toyota and Nissan, and also customers who already own a ute and are interested in one of our hard-lids,” said national sales manager Mac Ute Accessories, Kelly Waller, who also attended the fundraising breakfast. The company is proud to be a part of the appeal. Luke has a background in surf lifesaving, and Kelly has had occasion to use the helicopter service as a patient after an accidental p Visiting Dargaville during the annual Northland Rescue Helicopter appeal inspired Hamilton-based company fall from a horse. director, Luke Underwood, to pledge some of the company “I had not heard of profits towards the appeal the Northland Rescue Chopper service before the breakfast, this operation my charity of choice,” but I was blown away with how the he added. community rallied around to support “I heard that Northlanders donated the service, and what an amazing $307,000 during last year’s appeal and bunch of people,” said Luke. we want to help make a difference this “Being out in the street shaking time around.” buckets and meeting the locals was Four hard-lids have been sold something I had never done before. since the announcement. People with I have no hesitation in making enquiries can phone 0508 622 8837. ¢

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u by Jill Dickie

A child’s car seat restraint technician will visit Dargaville on Thursday, December 6, to help promote safe holiday travelling for children, ensuring children are in a seat appropriate for their size and age.

Annual water quality testing in the Kaipara District has commenced and will continue until early March, checking bacteria levels for the health of swimmers. Weekly results will be posted on the national environmental reporting website lawa.org. nz and the Kaipara District Council website kaipara.govt.nz.

The community is invited to attend The Warehouse car park between 10am and 1pm, and enter a draw for vouchers enabling the purchase of a new seat if required. The visit is a project between Plunket New Zealand and Roadsafe Northland and is an opportunity for parents to have their car seats checked for free, and gain further education about transporting children safely. “This is not about enforcement. It is to check safety and to support parents in their decision-making process — we don’t want children compromised in the event of an accident,” said car seat restraint technician, Lorna Baker. “It is an opportunity for people p Child restraints in vehicles can be checked in Dargaville by a visiting technician and parents are to find out if their child is ready invited to attend for advice to go into the next sized seat,” approved child restraint if one is she said. It is law in New Zealand that all available in the vehicle, and if not, in children under seven must be secured in any child restraint or safety belt that an approved child restraint appropriate is available. Further information is available at for their age and size. Children, the nzta.govt.nz. ¢ age of seven must be secured in an

The Northland Regional Council testing looks for bacteria used to gauge the risks of contracting gastrointestinal and other infections while using beaches, rivers and lakes for swimming, water sports and other forms of recreation. “We let the health board and district council know of any results showing elevated bacterial levels, typically within 48 hours, and it’s their responsibility to take any further action needed,” said Northland Regional Council chairman, Bill Shepherd. It can include fur ther site investigations to establish the source of any contamination, public warnings not to swim or gather shellfish and putting up permanent warning signs. Three sites have been removed from previous sampling lists. Kaihu River at the swimming hole next to the Top 10 Holiday Park at Trounson Park and the Omamari Beach Stream near the car park will no longer be tested because tests have shown the cause of contamination is from livestock. Permanent Health Notice signs have been erected advising the public not to swim within 48 hours after rainfall.

p Environmental Monitoring Officer Adam Phillips at Matauri Bay; one of the places sampled as part of the regional council’s annual summer swim spot water quality testing programme

T he site at Mangawhai Harbour near the pontoon below Eveline Street has been removed from regular testing because it is no longer seen to be a risk. Water quality concerns can be reported to the environmental hotline 0800 504 639. ¢

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Reeling in 30 years of fun

u by Andy Bryenton

When the call went out at last weekend’s King of the Kaipara weigh-in for anglers who had been to every last one of the thirty annual fishing contests, it was a testament to how much this yearly day of friendly competition means to the community.

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Rain failed to dampen the enthusiasm of a hearty crowd of fishers from both beach and boat, competing for bragging rights and prizes. When all was said and done the top hand with the surfcaster was Todd Warmington, who landed a 3.04-kilo kahawai, and the top team on the water went to the Astound anglers, Steve and Conway Wrathall and Greg

Lowe, with a 6.82-kilo kingfish. Prizes were awarded for the top three of each species in the competition, including a champion snapper which tipped the scales at more than six kilos. Spot prizes put smiles on faces all over the weigh-in yard, while the contestants enjoyed a few cold drinks and shared stories of the ones that got away. ¢

p Experienced hands with a rod and reel were on the podium beside up and coming young anglers — and all took home great prizes for their achievements

Northpower Trust distribution to consumer beneficiaries 2018 Early XMAS present from Northpower Trust Christmas has come early for Northpower’s electricity customers in Kaipara and Whangarei with a $120 credit due to land on power bills any day soon. Northpower Trust Chairman Erc Angelo has confirmed the distribution to every household or business on the Northpower electricity network. “The credit will be displayed on power bills sent out by your electricity retailer in either December or January,” says Mr Angelo.

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Colourful sponsorship u by Jill Dickie

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The Dargaville Christmas Parade on December 8 is promising to be a brilliant spectacle and locals, families and visitors are invited to line Victoria Street to watch the decorated floats cruise by. Major sponsor, Ritchies, recently handed over a large cheque to the Dargaville Lions towards prize money for the entries.

p MoreFM breakfast show hosts, John Markby and Flash Gordon, read the new Northland Rescue Helicopter Appeal book, Mighty Mike to the Rescue, to children at Selwyn Park School as a part of the three-school book launch programme recently. The other two participating schools were in Kaitaia and Kerikeri.

p Ritchies’ operations supervisor, Dawn Ironside, presents their sponsorship cheque to committee chairman for the Christmas parade, Noel Moran

It is the first time Ritchies have been involved in sponsorship of the parade. “We are happy to participate and pleased the company can give something back to the community,” said operations supervisor, Dawn Ironside. The Dargaville Lions is also grateful to their other sponsors, First National and My Accountants. The theme of A Colourful Christmas has inspired extra entries this year. “Entries are looking good,” said committee chairman for the Christmas parade, Noel Moran. After the four judges have completed their

scoring, cash prizes will be awarded to the top three entries: fourth place will receive a free entry to the 2019 parade and a supermarket voucher to the bestdecorated mobility scooter. The parade enters Victoria Street around noon from the Northern Wairoa Boating Club end, travels the length and returns to finish at the gates of the Riverside Gardens. Wardens will be monitoring public safety along the route, although there were no inappropriate behaviours reported during last year’s parade. ¢

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START YOUR FUTURE TODAY Driving Industry Adopts New Initiatives to Fill Vacancies The transport industry is short of drivers to the extent that anywhere from 5 to 15 per cent of the nationwide commercial fleet is not operating because of the lack of drivers.

and managers are in heavy demand and there are now nationally recognised qualifications. Four major polytechs joined forces in late 2017 to create a 20-week New Zealand Certificate in Road Transport.”

Keith McGuire, Northern Area Executive for Road Transport Association of New Zealand, says that as today’s drivers age, younger recruits are not stepping up to replace them. “One of the barriers is that more students are leaving school without a Class 1 driver licence so they can’t get to the first step in the process. Having a driver licence increases the chance of employment by 80 per cent and we’d like to see licensing brought back into schools. Other factors are that owner-operators want drivers with experience, plus it’s time for a new perception of what a career in commercial transport can offer.”

NorthTec is one of those polytechs and Matt Hartwell is one of the Road Transport tutors. “This new training is more comprehensive than previous courses we’ve run. As well as the heavy vehicle driving and road knowledge component, the course covers customer relations, health and safety, risk reduction, loading, and protocol if a load is damaged - so there are no surprises when graduates get into the industry.”

And this is starting to happen. Keith says: “The industry now offers opportunities to support youth as well people wanting to retrain or upskill, all of which are initiatives that the Sector Workforce Engagement Programme (SWEP) has identified. We’re also starting to see more flexibility in driver schedules to better suit how we live our lives now.

While there is a strong theory component, 60 per cent of the training is practical with the chance to do extensive work experience locally. Each student does 10 hours in a Class 2 vehicle, then 10 hours in a Class 4 vehicle. In Northland, this is made possible by another industry collaboration. Fonterra has provided a tanker for NorthTec driver training and TR Group has leased them a curtain-slider. Matt says: “The companies support the training initiatives and NorthTec gets the use of fully serviced industry vehicles.”

“It’s time to to look outside the box of who the traditional truck driver is. Drivers can be behind the wheel of anything from courier vans right through to articulated rigs. More women are coming into the industry and are often better drivers as they are easier on the gears and are more careful, resulting in less maintenance cost for truck owners. And some companies are starting to offer internships to promising young people including supporting them in their training.”

Matt says that 80 per cent of the students successfully complete the course and 68 per cent walk straight into jobs. “All of our driver trainers are qualified driving instructors, ITO-accredited assessors and NZTA-approved providers with extensive industry experience. When we are confident the student has full and safe control of the vehicle, they sit a written examination with a practical component, and only then do they get their licence and a New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Road Transport.”

There are also collaborative initiatives between the transport industry and tertiary education providers. Keith says: “Skilled drivers, operators

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Performing Arts Festival

u by Jill Dickie

The annual Te Kopuru Performing Arts Festival was held on December 1 celebrating the diversity of the many cultures within the Kaipara with song and dance. Around 500 people arrived to enjoy the day’s programme of events, and with the stage and sound set up in the hall, the weather had no major impact for visitors. Te Kopuru School spokesperson, Jessica Duxfield, said a couple of outdoor activities were unable to be held due to the wind, and the rain thankfully held off until the final performance of the day. “There was huge community support of the event once again — the festival is growing stronger every year. It is a

p Te Kopuru School students kapa haka group

day of celebration and positive response from the audience, and the pride and confidence of our children are a credit to our community,” said principal of Te Kopuru School, Lee Anderson. There were school performances of kapa haka, hip-hop and dancing displays, circus, ukulele and more — there was something to entertain everyone visiting. The variety and high calibre of the performers were reported to be the highlights of the day. ¢

p Students from Dargaville Intermediate School

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Chris knows he is bloody lucky to be alive In March this year, Chris was the passenger in a vehicle being driven by an intoxicated driver – an error of judgement he regrets every day since the ill-fated evening.

a goner. My skull had been peeled back, scalped, and my right eye was damaged. I was unconscious and bleeding very heavily,” he says.

After a few hours of socialising at a local pub in Matakana, Chris knew he had been drinking too much to drive home in his own vehicle so prepared himself for a night of slumber in his car – but at the last minute took up an offer from a mate to get a ride home with him. Something he admits “was not the best idea”.

“The ambulance was called and then they called the Northland Rescue Chopper. They took a while to get me stabilised as I was so badly injured, and between the crash site and the hospital I apparently went into cardiac arrest eight times.”

Moments after leaving the bar at around midnight, the late-model ute was spinning through the air after the driver mistook a corner at speed. Within moments, Chris had been flung from the car and was lying, dying, on the road just mere centimetres from where the vehicle ended up. He had not been wearing his seatbelt, something he said “was another bad move that night.” “I don’t remember anything from the crash for about two weeks. All I know is I woke up in intensive care and wondered what the hell had happened,” he says. The rest of the events have been filled in by witnesses at the scene that night. “I had a fractured skull, and I had lost a lot of blood on the road that night. Had that ute rolled one little bit more, I would have been

In total, over all the episodes, Chris was without a heartbeat for 13 minutes. “The medical team on the road that night, and in the helicopter, were amazing. The helicopter saved so much time, and really did save my life – it allowed me to get to Auckland Hospital so much faster.” Months on, Chris can barely believe how much has healed since the crash. “You wouldn’t think that I nearly died over and over again. I was in hospital for nearly three weeks and then recovering at home. Now, aside from a scar on my head, you wouldn’t know what I have been through,” he says. “But one thing I do know, is that this accident has given me a whole new chance at life. Not many people get a second chance and I do – and that is largely in part to the Northland Rescue Helicopter.”

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Bitter medicine

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u by Matt King, Northland’s Member of Parliament

The escalating outbreak of meningococcal W ST-11 in Northland is deeply worrying. This strain has been described by the Northland District Health Board as “very scary” and whilst the fact that it is present at all is scary enough, the fact it is rapidly escalating is adding to the concern. Nationwide, we started in January with four cases, that went up to 10 during February, 29 in April and 39 in May. That is serious stuff. I feel for the families affected. I have met some of them and what is heartbreaking is that most have the same set of questions — for which, I admit, I am unable to come up with any credible answers; the questions are why? Moreover, could it have been prevented? I imagine the district health board is asking the same questions — this is a quote from their chief executive Nick Chamberlain: “We have been strongly encouraging the Ministry of Health for some months to approve this campaign as it’s the only truly preventative measure for our population.” For some months? The board has been issuing

warnings about the outbreak and its effect since at least May, and you would have thought that given the seriousness the government would have been stirred into action. Their reaction has been more sluggish than stirring. Only now — months later — have they authorised any meaningful action. This delay is totally unacceptable — I told them that in the house last week. I told them that we are talking about our children. Now we are told that there is not enough vaccine to go around. There is a worldwide shortage, and we ordered our vaccine only two weeks ago, give or take. That means that when it arrives, it will be used selectively — not every kid, not every school. For me, as a parent, that is a bitter pill to take, and it could so easily have been prevented.

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p What’s better than a school fair? One with acres of shiny hot rods and classics!

Rain skirted the venue, but barely a drop or two fell on the field of classics, hot rods, bikes and exotic automobiles lined up in their glory for the perusal of a massive crowd. While mums and dads checked out the artistic steel on wheels, kids enjoyed bouncy castles, fairground snacks and a classic sausage sizzle. Live music made the carnival atmosphere of the day complete. A massive swag of prizes was handed out thanks to the generous

sponsors of the day, which had been organised for the second year in a row to help raise funds for an educational school camp experience. Targets were healthily exceeded as the bucket-toting volunteers on the gates collected the coins, ensuring that a great school camp for 2019 is green-lit and underway. So, too, is next year’s car and bike show — those who missed out this year are encouraged to mark the date November 24 in their diaries and join in the fun! ¢

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In a story reporting on the Silver Fern Farms Kaipara Sports Awards in the November 6, 2018, issue of the Kaipara Lifestyler newspaper, it was reported Disabled Sportsperson

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 4 - 2018

Local judge booked

Tab of kindness

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Kaipara District librarian, Simie Simpson, has been announced as one of four reputable judges for the 2019 New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults and she is excited to start reading.

Kaipara resident, Tab Worthington, shares caring and kindness around New Zealand in her gift-giving project called Because Someone Cares.

Prior to her role in Dargaville, she worked for a number of years for Walker Books New Zealand as a sales manager, and as a bookseller before that. Reviewing children’s books and working in a library has allowed her to connect the wider community with the books she is passionate about. It will be the first time Simie has judged such a prestigious event. “When I found out I was accepted I ran out of the room screeching a little bit — and I’m really not much of a runner. I feel very lucky to be accepted, especially as it is something I’ve always wanted to do,” she said. p Kaipara District librarian, Simie Simpson, has been booked The English language on the judging panel in the 2019 New Zealand Book judges will read and appraise Awards for Children and Young Adults an expected 150 or more entries in five categories, as well as entirely written in Te Reo Maori, is up to five finalists for a Best First judged by a separate panel. The overall winner, the Margaret Book Award, and then a winner in each Mahy Award for Book of the Year, will category. The Wright Family Foundation Te Kura Pounamu Award, for books be decided by both panels. ¢

Uplifting and inspiring messages in cards and gift packs are left in a dry, safe spot for others to find, brightening their day or even their week. Tab began with her online project in July this year, and it has steadily increased in popularity as more people enjoy the benefits of giving and receiving. For most of her life, Tab has struggled with health challenges and been in and out of hospital and doctors offices, meeting many people along the way who felt they were alone in their struggles. “A simple card, note or conversation is enough to bring them a smile and know someone cares — the project grew from there,” said Tab. “It’s as simple as letting people know that someone cares, whether they have health challenges, life has had hiccups or they have just had a bad day. Sharing that you care will warm someone else’s heart.” Tab has a team of volunteers helping with card drops around the country and makes and prepares the cards and gift packs herself. On occasion, a member of the public contacts her about someone they know and why they could do with knowing that someone

p Tab Worthington from Because Someone Cares has created a project sharing kindness around New Zealand and not only at Christmas time

cares about them, so she arranges an anonymous delivery. “It’s heartwarming to get a message saying that someone has found an envelope or has received a care package and that it has brightened their day.” To become involved in Tab’s project visit becausesomeonecaresnz.com or email becausecomeonecares@hotmail. com. ¢

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 4 - 2018

Four teams — four placings

Ruawai College has unveiled an intricate mural called The Legend of the Mountains on the Northern Wairoa River. It depicts the cultural legend of the five mountains and features the local environment.

p The Legend of the Mountains on the Northern Wairoa River mural has been unveiled at Ruawai College

The painting, designed by Keanu Marychurch-Townsend and painted by students of the school, is a pictorial of the legend of five mountains — a story, which remains as a reminder to look after younger siblings and friends when swimming and to never underestimate the power of rivers and oceans. “The white flowing through the mural is a representation of the wairua of life flowing throughout the whenua, whether it be working, learning or travelling, everyone brings their own wairua to the lands, and it is up to us to protect and sustain our beautiful environment,” said college spokesperson, Helena Thompson. The mountains are depicted with moko on their faces portraying that the

mountains are chiefly and respected, the leaves are of the kumara which is prominent in the area and Kawakawa, which grows naturally in local forests and is a traditional plant for medicine. The kauri, rimu and totara trees represent the school houses, and the birds relate to the houses at Ruawai Primary School. The Wairoa River is drawn flowing from the northeast where it meets the blue waters of the Kaipara, with Ruawai where the brown and blue waters meet. The Manaia is depicted as the seahorse from the Kaipara as it meets the tuna — eel, this is a portrayal of where the remains of the mountain Okiriaha now rests in the Wairoa River. ¢

p For the first time, Dargaville High School entered four teams of students in a competition of Junior Beach Volleyball recently, and each team excelled by placing in the semi-finals, confidently assuring a win for the school. Support and coaching came from teachers Mr Raeli and Mr Amoroa for the five-school 17-team event, which was hosted by Okaihau College. Team DHS2, made up of Lucy Fitness, Adelaide Ihaka, Angus Bradley and Lucas Payne took first place, DHS4 team members Memory Simona, David Sekicolo, Te Rewiti Te Tuhi-Makoare, Liua Lomu, Ashley Walters and Meadow Kapa-White came second, and DHS1 and DHS3 — Pohutakawa Kakara, Harmony Covacich, Jack Bradley, Max Hutchings, Taina Utuaonga, Lyndon Chase-Matthews, Renae Martinovich, Michael Foster-Murray and Ashleigh Neho — came third equal.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Come a riddle, come a riddle, come the NZTA, one car travels 600 km in 6 months, another car travels 6000 km in 6 months, which one needs a WOF check? Answer, The NZTA. How can anyone with a functioning mechanical brain, suggest that time

passed, is equal to kilometres travelled, when it comes to testing a car for a warrant of fitness? Embarrassing. Arthur King 28b Finlayson Park Dargaville

Northland Meningococcal W Vaccination Programme Three week free Meningococcal W vaccination community campaign will start on Wednesday 5 December until Friday 21 December. Being held in selected high schools and community centres across Northland. For children aged from 9 months to under 5 years and those aged 13 to under 20 years at the time of presentation.

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In 2016 Paparoa businesswoman, Jillaine Murray, set up a small art gallery to sell her work plus some pieces on behalf of others. A year or so later she joined with friends to create her original vision of including coffee and cake in the shop. Now her friends are gone, and she is reinventing her empire. Empire Art and Collectables and Folk Espresso and Boulangerie combined successfully and enhanced each other’s business well. The two businesses provided a social hub for locals and were well-patronised by visitors driving through the township. When friends Mike and Jocelyn McKenzie chose to return overseas a year later, Jillaine needed to consider what her next move would be. “The coffee was a hit, and I really didn’t want that to disappear, so I bought some equipment, hired a fab barista and am buying in beautiful cakes and baked goods locally made, and reinvented the business as Empire Art and Espresso,” she said. The gallery is a popular site, and Jillaine now sells on behalf of more than 40 artists, including items such as wood, ceramic and photography. The most common comment Jillaine hears from visitors is “wow, you have really interesting and different things here!”

p The team at Empire Art & Expresso, barista Nellie, owner Jillaine Murray and employee Rosasharn Vincent

The cafe is open Saturday and Sunday. “The new arrangement has been in place for the last couple of weeks, and the positive feedback has been amazing,” said Jillaine. Artists who would like to exhibit in the gallery can contact Jillaine at the gallery or phone 021 399 555. ¢

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A positive future

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Pahi resident, Nick Cullen, has been overwhelmed by local support when he and wife Chelsea needed help. He was diagnosed with a debilitating illness meaning he was unable to continue working as an engineer, and now his diet and lifestyle change has developed into a successful business.

One of the latest Kaipara recipients of an Enviroschools Award, Ruawai Kindergarten, had their achievements recognised last week, making them the first kindergarten in Northland to achieve the silver level in the programme.

Nick, 27, was diagnosed more than four years ago with primary progressive multiple sclerosis, and around 18 months ago he travelled with his wife and child to Thailand, after hearing of a special diet giving good results for MS sufferers. “The change of diet delayed the progression of the disease, but there has been no improvement,” said Chelsea Cullen. The couple returned home around a year ago and had recently set up a small business cooking and selling vegan meals. When they learned they needed to pay a licence fee of p Nick Cullen and wife Chelsea have developed a small business through making lifestyle changes as a result around $800, family and church of his illness members put out the word and within a week had raised almost $7,000, to cook the meals, which are then refrigerated overnight, and delivered overwhelming the family. “We were blown away by the the next day. A new meal is offered generosity,” said Chelsea. “We are each week in addition to repeats of the using the money to get equipment most popular recipes, and a Christmas for the kitchen. It’s a tough hand hamper will be available for delivery on we’ve been dealt, and we are so Christmas Eve. People can order online for delivery very appreciative of this help.” The Cullens hire a commercial kitchen on Fridays at eatconscious.co.nz. ¢

p Members of the Ruawai Kindergarten with staff, friends and family members at the presentation of their Silver Enviroschools Award

Enviroschools Northland facilitator, Susan Karels, presented the award certificate to head teacher, Teresa Rober tson, and Kaipara-based Northland Regional Councillor, Penny Smart, expressed gratitude for their inspirational journey. She said they lead the Ruawai movement ahead of the primary school and college. “You began the vision with a bronze award and have now achieved silver. Sharing your focus with others is inspiring. Thank you from the Northland Regional Council.” Susan Karels was also appreciative of the enthusiastic efforts of the entire Ruawai community in working within the Enviroschools programme.

“The children here learn the concepts at kindergarten, then it is an easy transition for them into the primary school and then college programmes,” she said. It has been a three-year process, which began in 2016, and many sustainable practices have been developed, such as a recycling programme, growing fruit and vegetables and a worm farm. The kindergarten is also a four-time recipient of the gold healthy heart award by the Health Foundation. “I am proud of the kindergarten team and whanau for ensuring our tamariki are eating and being healthy citizens,” said head teacher, Teresa Robertson. ¢

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While it’s all furious action and last minute preparation at the north pole, folks here in New Zealand may still be wondering what the hottest gifts of the season really are. Can you be sure of getting just the right thing for the kids? A poll of online and physical retailers around the world reveals some surprising — and not so surprising — trends. When it comes to toys for the kids, there are old favourites topping the list — but with a new twist. Laser tag is back, but forget the clunky old sets of the 1980s — the modern game is lighter, more fast-paced, and doesn’t devour whole skip bins full of aa batteries. Reliable LEGO is in number two spot with a choice between Harry Potter themed sets — the Hogwarts great hall is this year’s centrepiece — or the never-ending juggernaut that is Star Wars. Unsurprisingly, considering the rise of e-scooters and e-bikes in the news, both traditional and electrically powered scooters and bicycles are still right in the top five. Nevertheless, a strange new addition is slime. Kits and ‘laboratories’ for creating glittery, glowing, sticky and downright gross slimy substances are hot for 2018 — a variation on the silly

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Big red sleigh cleared for takeoff u by our North Pole correspondent

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It’s a flurry of activity here in the arctic circle as the countdown to Christmas begins. Trying to catch up with the big man himself — Saint Nick, Santa Claus, the Fella in Red — is tougher than booking an interview with the entire cast from Marvel’s MCU at once. Nevertheless, your intrepid elf reporter managed to speak with the jolly old commander-in-chief as he was overseeing trials of a brand new sleigh — the Yuletide Mk 7. “We need a bigger, faster sleigh this year because more kids have made the nice list than ever before. It’s possible that it has something to do with operation ‘elf on the shelf’, but in general, I think that there’s just a lot of Christmas spirit sloshing around,” said Santa, blocking his ears as the twin candy cane powered turbojets were fired up. “The extra boost on this model will give the reindeer a bit of a helping hand, which is nice. It means we can go faster, which means more time in each house to really enjoy those plates of biscuits.” As usual, Santa has been busy popping out from his North Pole workshop and command centre in recent weeks to check out what’s cool in New Zealand. He’s joined his helpers at parades and in shopping malls, taking the pulse of what kids want this December 25 and relaying the info back to his teams of elves.

“It’s a big year for unicorns, slime and robots, apparently,” smiles Saint Nick. “These things always come around again. I’m betting dinosaurs, and race cars are back for next year, but as for now — it’s important to remind the elves to only stick one horn on each unicorn. Otherwise, you just end up with antelope.” A little-known fact — Santa’s elves can make brand-name toys because the original inventions are often come up with by elf labs in any case! Toy companies make them for the rest of the year and pay for the designs. All of this money funds Santa’s yearly pudding and trifle bill, which is, according to Mrs Claus, ‘gigantic’. Santa’s weather elves report a clear run this December 25, with optimum conditions to deliver close to a billion presents using the power of Christmas magic — and a little extra boost from those big turbine jets. So, as the old

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you an’ Mum. We gonna hava turkee, or maybe bowl a good hoggit fer Krissmiss dinna?” Then Sharlene give me a pat an’ made me day.”Tell yer wot. Lets get a good porker from our naybor Bluey. I know a certain Borda Colly wot rilly does a good job ona proppitty, wot also is a bit parshill to sum cracklin.” Well readas, wen she sed that I turn me eye dog button on an’ give the Boss me very Best Stare, an’ held it wile I held me breth. An it werked, Boss give me a grin. “Ya reckin ya desrve it Dog,” he sed.”Well, I reckin ya do. Tell ya wot

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deah, lets jump ina ute, go inta town. We kin have lunch atta pub, an do our shoppin’ downa main street. Support the lokil shops.Yoo kin come too Dog an help choose a porker ona way back.” Now I tells yer wot readas, a farm dog’s life isint too bad wen yer get to help choose yer Krissmiss tucker. An’ getting the afternoon off ina town? I hope Boss parks near tha bakery. Or outside the buchers maybe? Ya git a bit tied of smellin’ sheep wool an cows, ana rabits been a bit few an far between lately. Thena Boss sed: “We betta hava shower, I’ll hava shave, an you Dog, yer kin go an jump ina dam an’ hava good shake ina sun, before we go.” Yep readas I hada good roll ina cow paddick this mornin’ an’ Boss gotta go an spoil it. Still, I get to pick cracklin’ onna trotter, and read alla emails in town too. Krissmiss! Ya gotta love it eh? Cheers an’ hava good one an’ like Sharlene always ses. Drive safe. Billy

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operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Come and get involved. Ph 09 439 7108 or 09 439 4614. Kaipara Ukulele Orchestra – Tuesdays 6–7pm New members are welcome — either expert or beginners. Phone Sharon on 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634. Mainly Music – Every Wednesday 10–11am at the Dargaville Baptist Church, Victoria Street. $2 per child or $3 per family. Phone Rebecca 09 439 1499. Make a Friend Playgroup – 0–5 years, Thursdays 9am–noon. Methodist Church Hall, gold coin donation. Phone Danae 09 439 4833. Northern Wairoa Country Music Club – 1st Sunday each month. Scout hall, Onslow St 1–4pm, enquiries ph Bruce 09 439 5513. Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Club Nights – Start at 7.30pm. Monday Parish, Tuesday Ruawai, Wednesday Dalmatian Hall. For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or 09 439 6155 evenings. Northern Wairoa Lions Club Inc – Business meeting Thursday, December 6 at 7pm at the Lions Centre, Hokianga Road. NZ 60s Up Movement – Dargaville Social Meetings Held at the Dargaville Rugby Clubrooms on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact president Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560. Shaolin Kempo & Tai Chi Chuan – M,T,W & Sat Ph Nick (Both) 021 439 673 Stuart (Kempo) 027 536 2904 Joanne (Tai Chi) 021 850 998. Stitches and Craft – 5 Cranley Street, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details. Squash Club Night – Wednesday nights from 6.30pm at Dargaville Rugby and Sports Club contact Karen Morgan 021 190 5639. The Dargaville Menz Shed – Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week 10am–3pm. New members welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685. Wednesday Crafts – Every Wednesday 10am at the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) on Tirarau Street. Morning tea and lunch served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session. Contact Lilian 09 439 77 99 or Cynthia 09 439 5895.

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57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps – Mondays 6.30–9.00pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years. For more info contact Gordon on 021 262 0547. Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert – 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. Alcoholics Anonymous – Tuesday Traditions Group meets 7pm at the Lighthouse Church building on the corner of Parore and Normanby Streets. Phone 09 439 5248 or ladies call 020 4082 1373. Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group – meets third Wednesday of the month, 10am–11.30am at Dargaville Hospital Board Room. Ph Viv (Kaipara Community Adviser) on 021 439 686. Arapohue Tennis Club – Social tennis on Monday nights 6.15pm till dark, phone Raewyn 09 439 2512 or Sue 09 439 2154. Art classes – 7–9pm Tuesdays. Private tuition, cleaning and restoring painting, and commissions also available, phone 09 439 0255. Blokart Sailing – Regular social sailing at Glinks, Baylys and Ruakaka beaches. Contact Greg Schultz 09 431 6863 or itzgreg@xtra.co.nz. Christmas in the Gardens – Saturday, December 8 6pm to 8pm at Taha Awa Community Gardens. Carol singing and food. Family night out. Koha donation at the gate. Community Lunch – Every Thursday noon–1.30 pm at Riverside Christian Centre, 1 Beach Road. Free lunch available to all. Transport available in town. Ph 09 439 8887. Dargaville Christmas Parade – Theme: A Colourful Christmas Saturday, December 8. More information phone Noel 09 439 6149 or 027 601 4558. Dargaville Aero Club – Learn to fly, free of tuition charges. Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork, Contact Peter phone 09 439 1628 for further information. Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau – 37 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville open weekdays 10am to 1pm. Ph 09 439 6100 email dargaville@cab.org.nz. Dargaville Cancer Support Group Kaipara

Community Health Centre. Next meeting February 2019. All welcome. For more information Contact Ken 09 439 4452. Dargaville Embroidery Group – 3rd Thursday of the month, 10am–2pm, Contact Rosemary 09 439 0656 for more information. Dargaville Militaria Collectors Club – Lions Club Hall Hokianga Road, opposite old Post Office, at 7.30 pm. For more information, phone secretary Mike, 09 439 8800. Dargaville Lions Senior Citizens Concert – 65 years plus. Free Admission. Sunday, Dec 2 1.30pm, Dargaville Rugby Club. Cuppa tea provided, free transport available within Dargaville boundary if required, ring Warren on 09 439 7773 or Terry on 09 439 5025 before Wednesday, November 28. Dargaville Area Parkinson’s Festive Lunch – at the Tokatoka Tavern, December 6 at noon. Cost $20. Last event of the year. All welcome. RSVP to Barbara Leslie Free Phone 09 437 6881. Dargaville Senior Net – Open Day on the third Monday of the month at 1pm. All welcome Contact Dot 09 439 1711 or Heather 09 439 4452. Dargaville Women’s Club – Meet 3rd Thursday of every month 10am at Memorial Park Kiosk. New members welcome, phone Marilyn 09 439 6648. Dargaville Rifle Club – Kaipara Community Centre 7pm Thursdays. All welcome. Guns and ammo available or bring your own. Licence training available. Contact 09 439 6950. Drop-in Centre – Tuesdays 10am–1pm at the Town Hall in foyer beside Anzac Theatre. All welcome. $1 cuppa. Contact Bev on 021 250 6776 or Viv on 021 439 686. Justices of the Peace Signing Desk – Justices of the Peace will be available on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Dargaville Library from 11am–1pm. Kaihu Valley Music Club — Every third Sunday, from 1–4pm. Everyone welcome. Contact John or May 09 439 0827. Kaipara Budgeting Service – Free and Confidential Monday to Friday 9am–1pm, back of the Lighthouse Church, 80 Normanby St. Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8592 Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club – open and

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Matakohe School Fun Run/Walk – Sunday, December 2 8am–2pm. Starts at Matakohe School 117 Matakohe Road. For more information see our Facebook event facebook.com/ events/791611501170459.

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Kaipara Young Farmers – Last Thursday of each month, 7pm, at Three Furlongs Bar and Grill 1942 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka. Contact chairman Kurtis Danks 021 159 8453 kwdanks@gmail.com.

Maungaturoto Kaipara Marchers – Want ladies to join the team. Practice Wednesdays 4.00–5.30pm Maungaturoto. Phone Lyn 022 070 8674. Otamatea Community Services – Free Shopping Trips leaving 9.30am to Whangarei every fourth Wednesday. Phone 09 431 9080 to book.

Mangawhai Mangawhai Bowling Club – Housie/Bingo held every Friday at the Mangawhai Club. Contact Jan 09 423 9511 or 09 431 5371. Mangawhai Writers Group – Meet every second week in the old church opposite the new Museum on Molesworth Drive. Contact Bevan 027 617 6521.

Tangiteroria Northland Rescue Helicopter Fundraiser – hosted by Tangiteroria School December 7. Starts at 5.30pm food and stalls at Tangiteroria Sports Complex 23 Pukehuia Road, Tangiteroria.

Markets Dargaville Riverside Market – Corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays noon–4pm, phone 021 549 427 or see us on Facebook. Mangawhai Village Market – Every Saturday by the Village Hall, 9am–1pm. Contact Marita for details 021 598 917. Dargaville Monthly Market – 1st Saturday of the month, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Dargaville Town Hall. $5 per table — book now 09 439 7243. 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. Paparoa Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday 9am– noon on the village green, Paparoa. Tangiteroria Tavern Car Boot Sale Gala Market Day – 1st Sunday of the month, $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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KAIPARA DISTRICT TAHAROA DOMAIN BYLAW 2018

KAIPARA DISTRICT PUBLIC PLACES LIQUOR CONTROL BYLAW

Sections 83 and 86 of the Local Government Act 2002.

Kaipara District Council at their meeting on 29 November 2018 resolved to approve the New Kaipara District Alcohol Control Bylaw 2018 and Alcohol Control Areas in accordance with the Local Government Act 2002. The Kaipara District Alcohol Controls are to be in place from 8.30pm to 7am each day, all year round in the following communities, Kaihu, Aranga, Omamari, Baylys Beach, Glinks Gully, Pouto, Te Kopuru and Tinopai. Dargaville and Ruawai will apply 24 hours a day all year round. There is an introduction of a 24/7 Christmas and New Year ban from 22 December to 13 January throughout Mangawhai, outside of these times, it reverts to the current 8.30pm to 7am control time, for the rest of the year.

Notice is given pursuant to s83 and s86 of the Local Government Act 2002 that Kaipara District Council is commencing the Special Consultative Procedure to obtain community feedback on a proposal to restrict the use of powerboats on Lake Kai Iwi and Lake Waikare unless specifically authorised by Council as safety vessels for events, scientific and research purposes or for management operations. The bylaw also seeks to introduce controls around the boat ramps, controls around biosecurity checks vehicle movements and parking within the Taharoa Domain. The bylaw will help support the Kaipara District Council to implement the policies of the Kai Iwi Lakes (Taharoa Domain) Reserve Management Plan 2016 and to allow the Kaipara District Council, as the administrating body of Taharoa Domain, to meet its obligations under the Reserves Act 1977. A Statement of Proposal and submission forms are available for inspection and may be obtained from Council offices in Dargaville and Mangawhai, libraries in Dargaville, Kaiwaka and Maungaturoto. They can also be viewed on Council’s website www.kaipara.govt.nz where online submissions may also be made.

Alcohol Control Area maps can be viewed at Council offices and on Council’s website. The new Alcohol Control Bylaw 2018 and Alcohol Control Areas shall become operative on 19 December 2018. Copies of the Alcohol Control Bylaw and Alcohol Control Areas can be viewed at Council offices, 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville and 6 the Hub 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai, and online www. kaipara.govt.nz L Miller CHIEF EXECUTIVE Kaipara District Council

Submissions are now being sought from the public. Written submissions on the proposal are invited and must be received by Council during the submission period which opens Tuesday 04 December 2018 and closes at 4.30pm Friday 08 February 2019. All submitters who request a hearing will be advised of a date and time when they can present their views to Council. L Miller CHIEF EXECUTIVE Kaipara District Council

NOTIFICATION OF PLAN CHANGE OPERATIVE DATE

Kaipara District Council gives notice that it has approved the following Plan Change:

Plan Change 4 --- Fire Safety Rule provisions in the District Plan

Plan Change to give effect to the National Environmental Standard on Plantation Forestry Regulations 2017

PC 4 changes the existing Fire Safety provisions for buildings and structures in the Rural, Residential, Business (Commercial and Industrial) and two Maori Purposes Zones in the District Plan. These amended provisions include: • The removal of references to the NZ Fire Service Firefighting Water Supplied Code of Practice SNZPAS 4509:2008 but retains the reference to this code of Practice in the subdivision rules. • Plan Change 4 includes statement of issues, objectives, policies and methods to address structural fires in the District Plan. • The provisions will simplify the procedures and place greater emphasis on Fire and Emergency New Zealand ‘s role in educating on fire safety, and provide for consultation with FENZ where appropriate. • The amendments provide for a risk based assessment to help evaluate vulnerability and fire risk. It will guide good fire management practice related to accessibility to, and sufficiency of, water supply for firefighting purposes. The decision is a result of an Environment Court Consent Order Decision No [2018] NZEnvC 211 The approved Plan Change will become Operative on 18 December 2018 The decision on the plan change is available for viewing on the Council’s website at https:// www.kaipara.govt.nz/OurServices/District+Plan/Kaipara+District+Plan+Changes.html and at the Kaipara District Council offices in Dargaville and Mangawhai. Please contact Council’s Policy or Consents Departments if you have any questions. This notice is given pursuant to Clause 20 of the First Schedule of the Resource Management Act 1991 L Miller CHIEF EXECUTIVE Kaipara District Council

The National Environmental Standards on Plantation Forestry Regulations (NES PF Reg) 2017 became Operative in 1 May 2018 and the Kaipara District Council is legally required to amend the District Plan so that it does not conflict with or duplicate the provisions of the NES PF Reg unless authorised in these regulations. The Plan Change is authorised in terms of section 44A of the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) and does not legislatively require the RMA Schedule 1 procedure of consultation and notification. The Plan Change changes the following provisions in the Operative Kaipara District Plan: Chapter 1 The Introduction Chapter of the District Plan by acknowledging the authority of the NES PF Reg. Chapter 18 Outstanding Landscapes. The District Plan provisions for vegetation clearance in Outstanding landscapes will prevail over the NES PF Reg. Chapter 12 Rural, Chapter 13 Residential and the two Maori Purposes Zones, Chapters 15A and 15B the NES PF Reg prevail over the District Plan with regards to excavation and fill, as well as indigenous vegetation clearance in plantation forestry in those zones. Clause 12.10.14 on noise and Clause 12.10.2b on setbacks of dwellings from forests conflicts with the NES PF Reg and the District Plan is changed to give effect to the setbacks of 40m and the noise provisions in or adjacent to plantation forestry. The approved Plan Change will become Operative on 18 December 2018 The decision on the plan change is available for viewing on the Council’s website at www.kaipara. govt.nz/OurServices/District+Plan/Kaipara+District+Plan+Changes.html and at the Kaipara District Council offices in Dargaville and Mangawhai. Please contact Council’s Policy or Consents Departments if you have any questions. This notice is given pursuant to Clause 20 of the First Schedule of the Resource Management Act 1991 L Miller CHIEF EXECUTIVE Kaipara District Council

December 4 - 2018

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

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Closing date for classified advertising for the 11 December 2018 edition is 10am Monday 10 December 2018 Storage

Situations Vacant

COAST TO Coast Treeworks. Professional tree services, qualified and insured. All aspects of tree work. Phone Victor 021 050 2665.

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

RELIEF MILKER required, 3 minutes out of Ruawai, milking 500 cows. 021 260 2632.

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

Career Development & Training

Tree Services

For Sale BLACK HAWK DOG FOOD – Don’t forget about man’s best friend this Christmas. Great prices on Black Hawk Dog Food 20kg bags this month. FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693. CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764. CAT FOOD – Whiskas Meaty or Seafood Selections 9.1 kg, only $42.99 including GST, a saving of $12.00 including GST. FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693. FANNONS FOR Menswear, Workwear, Teamwear, Christmas Gifts. Fannons, 52 Victoria Street, Dargaville 0310, 09 439 8946. FREE HALF HAM – Spend $1,000 on selected products during December and get a FREE half ham on the bone. FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693. FRYAN 490 (16ft), very good trailer, canopy, 2004 70HP Yamaha, deep sounder, $9,000 ono, phone 027 279 2618. GLYPHOSATE 360 – Synergy Glyphosate 360, 20L drum, only $110.00 including GST! - FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693. POLARIS ETX Motorbike, good condition, serviced by dealer since new, new tyres, mud flaps and guards, $3,000 phone 021 866 032. SPA POOL 2.37m x 2.37m, fibreglass, with all running gear, good condition, $750, phone 021 0227 3371 or 021 775 941. STONEY CREEK – 100% cotton men’s, women’s and children’s tees at great prices. Great Christmas gifts for your loved ones. FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693. SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara - car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573. SUZUKI SWIFT 2005, excellent condition, owned from new, 185,000km, $4,500 ONO, phone 021 866 032.

Entertainment SINGLE? MEET other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself, all ages. Dine out ‘Dinner for Six’ Phone 021 639 552.

Nurseries & Plants NATIVE PLANTS. Babylon Coast Gardens have a wide range of native and coastal hardy plants available. We are open from December 1st to March 2nd by appointment only. For more information phone Fridays and Saturdays on 09 439 4223 or email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz. We are located at 1246 Babylon Coast Rd Dargaville.

Security SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

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

Trades & Services JORDANS PAINTING & Maintenance, great rates, phone Caleb 022 025 3081, email: jordanspaintingandmaintenance@gmail.com , Dargaville based. PAINTER (RETIRED Tradesperson) small to medium work, good rates, phone 09 439 5557.

Work Wanted CARPET LAYER complete supply and installation of new and used carpet and underlay. Restretching/ garage carpet - Quality service phone Ian 027 499 6413.

Accommodation Wanted

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill

2-3 BEDROOM Cottage needed urgently, anything considered but prefer close to Dargaville, non smoker, no parties and no pets, phone 021 228 2805

09 439 1505 027 614 6309

RUAWAI COLLEGE TEACHER: (FIXED TERM) 28 JANUARY 2019 — 28 JANUARY 2020.

STUDY FOR FREE IN DARGAVILLE Gain new skills in 2019 Fees-free level 2 programmes • Construction • Hospitality • Primary Industry (Horticulture)

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study@northtec.ac.nz | www.northtec.ac.nz Property Maintenance 1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz - Window & Door Services Ltd. ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $465.75 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small. We do them ALL

Wanted

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

Garage Sale GARAGE SALE 39 Kauri Street, Thursday the 6th of December, 9am.

XMAS

We seek a dynamic, enthusiastic teacher committed to quality teaching and learning. An ability to teach across a number of curriculum areas in the Junior/Middle school would be an advantage. An ability to teach Maori Performing arts is desirable. State other subject areas and teaching strengths. Visits and enquiries welcome. Contact Helena Thompson at 09 439 2216 or email helenathompson@ruawaicollege.school.nz. POSITION TO COMMENCE AT THE START OF 2019

SUPPORT WORKER We are looking for a support worker to join our team. We need you to be available for weekends and some week days. We support 20 amazing adults with intellectual disabilities to live a fulfilling life. Experience within the disability sector and managing challenging behaviours is preferable. There are opportunities for training and life-long qualifications within the sector if you are the successful candidate. The role includes, but is not limited to: • Supporting personal cares.

• Reporting incidents, corrective actions and outcomes.

LEASE LAND required, approximately 100 acres in the Dargaville area, phone Richard 027 598 5666.

SAFE & MERRY

An opportunity to teach in a well resourced rural College in the Kaipara exists.

• Supporting life-skills such as cooking, budgeting, managing conflict, safety and behaviour.

Land Wanted

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RELIEF MILKER wanted, must have experience, able to drive a tractor would be an advantage, 230 cows, 12 minutes from Dargaville, phone 09 439 5302.

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

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Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

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

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• Supporting our people to experience new opportunities, including travelling to new places for holidays, going to events and being part of the community. • Being an advocate for people with disabilities. You must have a clean, full driver’s licence, no criminal convictions and basic computer skills. Closing Date: 14th December 2018.

Contact Karen Duncan on 09 439 2140

Septic Tank Services EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

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Closing date for classified advertising for the 11 December 2018 edition is 10am Monday 10 December 2018

Situations Vacant

GREENWAYS

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

DEPOT COORDINATOR Greenways Trust is looking for someone who understands ‘Commerce with a Conscience’ to work full time in our Firewood Depot. Skills needed: • Ability to work productively alongside people with disabilities • Managing a team and record keeping Tasks will include: • Bagging firewood and bulk firewood splitting, delivering and stacking • Section cleaning, pruning and other small contracts

CLEANING POSITION

Applications are invited for the above position starting late January or early February 2019.

You will need: • A full clean drivers license (manual) is essential and HT license is preferred • Practical experience with outdoor equipment Preference will be given to • Those with experience working in the disability sector, particularly practical support • Those with chainsaw, forklift and landscaping experience is an advantage. Please forward your written applications to Dianne Fowlie, together with a current CV, by e-mail to greenwaystrust@xtra.co.nz Applications close 10th December 2018

We are looking for a full time cleaner (40 hours per week). However, we are prepared to take on a combination of part time cleaners to job share, we invite applicants to stipulate their preferences. Closing date for applications is 11th December 2018 at 12.00pm For further details contact Martine Topia on (09) 439 7229 Please send applications to: Martine Topia Dargaville High School 57 Plunket Street Dargaville

Public Notices ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert change of venue — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. FREE MONEYMATES one day course, Saturday 8th December. 9.00 to 3.00. Payment for mileage and childcare costs. Phone 09 439 8592 for details. FREE MONEYMATES two day course, Thursday 6th & Friday 7th December. 9.30 to 1.30. Payment for mileage and childcare costs. Phone 09 439 8592 for details. REMEMBER MY Holy Sabbath Roman 3:31.

NORTHERN WAIROA GOLF CLUB AGM Sunday 9th December 2018 9.30am Clubrooms Enquiries to Secretary 09 439 5353 All Welcome

Or email mtopia@darghigh.school.nz

Dargaville Little Theatre

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Situations Vacant

AUDITIONS

Public Notices

Death Notices

Sione,

you will be sadly missed by all of us at Mill Gardens Naumai, Godspeed. R.I.P

Gaynor Loyal Preston 6.8.38–27.11.18 The Fight is Over.

RIP Zane and Wanda

MCLEAN - Kathleen Ann. On the 28th of November 2018, peacefully at home, aged 78 years. Dearly loved wife of Alister for 59 years. Much loved Mum of the late David (deceased), and Jenny McLean; Lesley and Patrick O’Rourke; Moira McLean; Shona and Ron Malm. Loved Gran of her eleven grandchildren and six and a half great-grandies. A service to celebrate Kath’s life was held in Taupo on Monday the 3rd of December 2018 In lieu of flowers, donations to The Lake Taupo Hospice Trust (Inc.) P.O.Box 950 Taupo, would be appreciated. All communications to The McLean Family, C/- P.O.Box 940 Taupō. Taupō Funeral Services Ltd FDANZ

Notice of

WE ARE

100% MADE OF NEW ZEALAND Occupational Health Nurse Silver Fern Farms is New Zealand’s leading marketer, processor and exporter of premium quality lamb, beef, venison and associated products. We are a regionally significant business: with annual revenue in excess of $2bn, 7,000 employees, seven offshore offices, 14 processing sites in New Zealand and exporting to over 60 countries. ‘Inspirational Food created by Passionate People’ is our vision as a food company. We are committed to excellence with a level of skill, expertise and care that allows us to bring the very best of New Zealand to the world. We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Nurse at our Dargaville Plant. The Occupational Health Nurse is responsible for providing occupational health services, including first line injury treatment, rehabilitation and injury management, and health monitoring, to managers and staff, to ensure that short term injured employees are rehabilitated back to full health as quickly and efficiently as possible. This role will require the Occupational Health Nurse to follow set procedures as agreed under the accredited employer programme with ACC, ensuring legislative and company policy and procedures are adhered to. The ideal candidate will have the following: • • • • •

Registered Nurse or registered Comprehensive Nurse or Registered Enrolled Nurse A demonstrated knowledge of the legal and legislative compliance conditions and issues Computer literacy - proﬁciency in the use of Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Data bases, systems Demonstrates excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills A high standard of English

We prefer online applications - go to: https://careers.silverfernfarms.com/?job=7743KL

www.silverfernfarms.com

Save Lives ALWAYS BE FIRE SAFE

AGM

Kaipara Abuse Prevention Inc 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Monday 10th December 2018, 12 noon.

OTUREI MARAE MEETING

Date: Sunday 16 December Venue: James Buller Centre on the corner of Normanby & Edward St, Dargaville 11am – Church

Sunday 9th December 1.30pm at 241 Victoria Street, Dargaville Email dargavillelittletheatre@gmail.com for an audition pack or contact the Production Manager 09 439 4605 for more info. A hard copy audition pack available from Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre.

From 1 December 2018, the day to day running of Redhill Cemetery will now be undertaken by Redhill Cemetery Committee. All plot purchases and burials for this cemetery can be undertaken through Kaipara District Council, 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Grocery Store. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are;

During normal business hours. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Downers for their service and to wish the Redhill Cemetery Committee the best for the future.

Tuesday 11th December 2018 at 6.30pm At Big River FM premises, Hokianga Road, Dargaville All welcome

– Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm – Sunday, 9am to 7pm The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Council Offices Unit 13, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or 42 Hokianga Road Dargaville. Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

Christmas Dinner at Northern Wairoa Hotel. $25+ per head depending on what you order.

AGM for Big River FM

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) RADHA KRIPA LIMITED T/A MAUNGATUROTO FOUR SQUARE of Maungaturoto, has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Dargaville for the renewal of an off-licence in respect of premises situated at 165 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto.

12pm – Oturei Marae Meeting

NORTHERN WAIROA COMMUNITY RADIO TRUST

Public Notices

No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in Section 131 of the sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

DARGAVILLE INTERMEDIATE NEW ENROLMENTS FOR 2019

We are currently enrolling students for 2019. Students who live outside the Dargaville Primary/ Selwyn Park. School zones who are intending to enrol at Dargaville Intermediate School may collect an enrolment pack from the Intermediate school office. An Information Evening for prospective students and their parents will be held on Wednesday 5th December 2018 at 5.30pm in the school hall. There will also be uniform available for purchase.

This is the first publication of this notice.

KAIWAKA SCHOOL HAERE MUA KIA KOTAHI TOWARD TOMORROW TOGETHER

Kaiwaka School Enrolment Zone. To avoid overcrowding, the Board of Kaiwaka Primary School has resolved to adopt the Kaiwaka School Enrolment Scheme. The scheme will come into effect on 1 January 2019. The zone is:

AGM

Thursday, 6 December, 2018 at 4.30pm. Lighthouse Function Centre, Harding Park, Dargaville. Enquiries: 027 525 8222

ALL WELCOME

North: Intersection of SHW1 and SHW12 (Brynderwyn Corner). The zone travels south along SHW1 to Baldrock Rd, then along Baldrock to the Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Rd intersection. East: East along Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Rd until Hilltop Rd, along Hilltop, all side roads except Tara Rd. Continues east to Lawrence Rd. Includes the residences on the west side only. South: Down Cames Rd, only including the south side properties to Staniforth Rd. West along Staniforth-Te Arai Rd – north side residences only, to Prichard Rd. West: The zone travels west overland, to where SHW1 meets Ross rd, then west overland to the Kaipara Harbour. It follows the shoreline north until it reaches the point closest to Point Curtis Rd. All residences along Point Curtis Rd to Mountain Rd then overland to Brynderwyn Corner.

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

Copies of the full enrolment scheme are available at the school or by emailing admin@kaiwaka.school.nz. Kaiwaka School Board of Trustees.

December 4 - 2018 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

6804 STATE HIGHWAY 12, DARGAVILLE $469,000

607 BICKERSTAFFE ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$169,000 104 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO

$389,000 168 HALL ROAD, MATAKOHE

MOVE TO THE COUNTRY

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME

READY FOR YOU!

ART AND SOUL

This home features open plan living with north facing deck, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, Heat pump & HRV ventilation system. There is a 3 bay garage, 2 car bays & 1 workshop bay, 3 paddocks, holding pen & stock loading ramp on 2.54 acres / 1.02 hectares. Great for the family.

This classic cottage with a peak of the inner harbour has been fully renovated, freshly painted, and has under floor and ceiling insulation. A perfect starter with 3 bedrooms or a great investment, Single lock up garage. Flat walk to town and primary schools, Otamatea High School just a short walk down the hill. JILL WILSON Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2213

A jewel in the Kaipara with a touch of French flair! Immaculately presented, beautifully renovated like new. Designed with retirement in mind. Double-glazing, country kitchen, quality fittings. Landscaped, 4-bay shed + more, grazing, orchard. Must be seen. Call Rhoda now to view.

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4029

An ex forestry block cleared and ready to be developed. Potential building platform already formed. A combination of contours. An ideal spot for rural life with the convenience of local amenities, including supermarket, GP, library, primary and secondary schools, vets, and much more. Don´t delay, make this your country getaway. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2190

153 HOKIANGA ROAD, DARGAVILLE $465,000

JAMES ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$490,000 4401A SH 14, TANGOWAHINE

$765,000

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRU2214

321 HEATLEY RD, WHAKAPIRAU

$355,000

TENDER

NEW YEAR, NEW BEGINNING

RURAL AND READY TO GO

18HA RUN OFF

INDULGE YOUR ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT

This well-presented home features large open plan living, elevated deck off the lounge, modern kitchen, 3 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 2 w/c & sep shower, large rumpus / activity room, loads of storage, double internal garage with auto door, off street parking, private backyard in good location. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4026

11.86 hectare property situated down a quiet gravel road with the Kaipara Harbour on your doorstep. Rolling contour, with great potential building spots. Magnificent sweeping views of the surrounding country side with a coastal outlook. A small pond provides water for stock and plenty of trees for shelter.

Located a 10 minute drive from Dargaville is approx. 46 acres of land comprising a half of easy to rolling contour and a half of steeper southeast/northwest facing ridges with valleys in between. Has a large dam and several smaller ones. TENDERS CLOSE: 1pm Monday 17th December

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRU2151

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJRU4030

Admire WOW Water views from this 2.4 Ha countryside retreat with private shared water access. Wool shed, tractor shed, cattle & sheep yards, storage container, 2-bed sleepout, ablution with flush toilet. Solar to charge battery for extra luxury, water tanks, grazing, so much potential! Great building site RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRU2210

93 AWAKINO POINT EAST ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$479,000 GOLDEN STAIRS ROAD, PAPAROA

$240,000 598A ONERIRI ROAD, KAIWAKA

$585,000 461 PAHI ROAD, PAHI

$695,000

LIFESTYLE LIVING AS GOOD AS IT GETS...

TRANQUIL LIFESTYLE BLOCK

PEACE AND QUIET IN KAIWAKA

PAHI LIFESTYLE

Four bedroom relocated family home with a north facing aspect on town boundary, sited for all day sun. Covered living area for entertaining. Functional kitchen with vaulted ceiling. Internal access from double garage/workshop. Both town or tank water are available . Generous 4004 sqm( more or less) with an abundance of fruit trees and well fenced. MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3403

This 8000m2 (approx) picturesque lifestyle block with new fencing and a patch of your own private bush. A small stream runs along the bottom of the bush. Gently sloping, contour. Approximately 1 km from the Paparoa Golf Club for the keen golfer. Go to roperandjones.co.nz for house and land package details. TONY NORTHCOTT Mob 021 831 864 WEB ID MRU2130

This house consists of two generous sized bedrooms, one bathroom/toilet, separate toilet, office space, and an open-plan kitchen/living/dining. The cathedral timber sarking ceiling gives a light spacious feel. There is a lock up double garage with room for a workshop. The land consists of steep grazing and the fully fenced boundary runs through some native bush. KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB ID MRU2209

Upstairs 3 double and 1 single bedroom. Open plan kitchen, dining and lounge with freestanding fireplace . Wet room plus separate shower and toilet. 1 double bedroom downstairs with plenty of room. Electric chair lift . Well established gardens, mature orchard. 2.07ha’s in 3 paddocks . Large dam for stock and garden water. Approx 3km’s from Pahi Beach. SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRU2186

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

www.roperandjones.co.nz

FORD COURIER XLX CREW 2005

FORD RANGER TD XL DC W/S 2007

FORD RANGER TD XLT DC W/S 2011

CANOPY, RUNNING BOARDS

FANTASTIC CONDITION

LOW MILEAGE WITH EXCELLENT SERVICE

• 5 Speed Auto • 147,760km • 4009cc Diesel

• 5-gear Manual • 352,457km • 2953cc Diesel

• 6-gear Manual • 53,115km • 3199cc Diesel

Was $13,990

NOW $11,990

Was $15,990

NOW $13,990

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Was $32,990

NOW $30,990

FORD RANGER TD WILDTRAK 2015

FORD RANGER TD WILDTRAK 2014

FORD FALCON UTE FG XR6 P/U 2009

EQUIPPED WITH EXTRAS.

WELL MAINTAINED WITH AFTERMARKET WHEELS

PRISTINE CONDITION

• 6 Speed Auto • 172,420km • 3199cc Diesel

• 6 Speed Auto • 195,015km • 3199cc Diesel

• 5 Speed Auto • 97,575km • 3984cc Diesel

Was $37,990

NOW $34,990

Plus many more now available See our full range online! DargavilleFord.co.nz Go Further

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Was $38,990

NOW $33,990

54 Normanby Street, DARGAVILLE P 09 439 7315 F 09 439 5961 dargavilleford.co.nz Lindsay A/H 09 439 7152 or 027 499 1516 Anthony A/H 09 432 8968 or 027 439 7015 Brenden Nathan A/H 09 439 6840 or 021 331 799

Was $25,990

NOW $22,990