Kaipara Lifestyler, December 6th, 2022

Christmas spirit returns to Dargaville

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Karakia decision sparks debate

u by Andy Bryenton

Controversy has accompanied the decision of Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson to do away with the opening karakia at the Kaipara District Council’s first regular meeting.

The mayor exercised his right to prevent the traditional invocation in te reo Māori, citing his wish to run a secular council, which separates governance from all religious matters.

“Above all, we are here to do the business of council,” said Mayor Jepson in an interview yesterday, following a

week of debate on his actions in the national media.

“The only way to have a meeting which is fair to everybody is to have a completely secular one. In fact, it’s very prescribed with the standing orders, how you run these meetings,” he said. “My campaign was all about celebrating

and acknowledging all cultures and beliefs equally.”

He says this led to his decision to run council meetings formally and without ‘fear or favour’. It’s a stance which has drawn ire from some but support from others, as evidenced by a large volume of continued on page 3 …

weekend.

p Fun was had by all at the Dargaville Lions Club Christmas Parade last Saturday. This year’s theme was A Storybook Christmas, and the floats entered reflected that. The community gathered in Victoria Street to enjoy the numerous floats led by constables from the Dargaville Police. Participants the Lifestyler spoke to said the day was a well-organised celebration, and they had immense pleasure being involved. The crowd was pleased to see organisations, businesses and groups sharing their joyous side. Captured here bringing seasonal joy are the first place school float winners from Tangiteroria School (front from left) Ahkeyleighea Birchall, Levi Drinnan, (rear from left) Lileigh Martin, and Grant and James Norwood. more on page 5 …

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Ocean giant stranded

Christmas stall fundraiser

Hail to the king

p Beachcombers at Mahuta Gap found an unexpected castaway last Tuesday. A giant ocean sunfish had been beached by recent king tides and expired on the shore. The sunfish, also known as a mola, is one of the biggest fish in the sea and feeds almost exclusively on jellyfish, making it taste terrible to ocean predators. This specimen would have been almost as large as a Mini automobile when alive. The find was reported to NIWA and the Department of Conservation.

p Gloria Seymour, Judy Edmonds, Karyn Inder and Pauline Hilliam-Olsen are part team manning the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Christmas stall with various gifts for people of the community to buy. Items include knitting, Dargaville cards, fresh produce, Christmas cakes, baking, raffles and flowers. The last stall is on December 15 from 7.30am to noon outside Hunting and Fishing in Dargaville. The funds raised will go towards the running of the church.

p Elvis is alive and well; or at least the spirit of the ‘King’ is well and truly with us, thanks to Raymond Drake. The ‘Kaipara Elvis’ entertained the crowd at the final Dargaville acoustic music evening for this year, getting into the character of the legendary rock ’n’ roller. The next evening will be on the 2nd of February 2023, and there are sure to be

Karakia decision sparks debate

emails direct to the mayor, even as social media expressed angry criticism.

“I could fill my double mattress with letters of support but barely fill a pillowcase with those who are anti,” Mayor Jepson claimed. “A lot of the emails don’t address this as a cultural issue at all but instead focus on the fact that many correspondents were forced to practise religion at school and felt it inappropriate. They support the choice to remove that from meetings.”

“In the end, we will be judged as a council on results at the end of three years. We have pressing issues in which I need all parties to cooperate equally, including Māori and all cultures, for the betterment of Kaipara. We need to cooperate as equals.”

Using a karakia as a blessing has become commonplace in recent decades, to the extent that many commentators felt it was a necessity and a New Zealand tradition. However, KDC chief executive Jason Marris has confirmed that it is not mandated in the council meeting process.

“There are no rules around this. It depends on the mayor and council. The mayor, as the head of the council, usually leads this. However, the council could decide collectively to take an approach if it chooses to,” said Mr Marris. “Each council around the country will have different approaches.”

Councillor Ihapera Paniora, the inaugural incumbent for the Te Moananui o Kaipara Māori Ward, suggested a compromise that could satisfy the mayor’s desire to accommodate a non-religious, non-denominational approach to the meeting structure.

“Basically, the karakia is part of Māori culture, traditions and custom,” said

Councillor Paniora. “There are many karakia that can be used, which are secular, and do not have any religious connection, and could be used if that is an issue for others. I would, of course, be happy to talk with other councillors to ensure a secular one was used.”

The rejection of the karakia was shared with national-level video media in a segment taken from the live video of the meeting held at Mangawhai. Airing on broadcast television news on Wednesday, by Thursday, comments had come in on the controversy from many sources, some in support of the mayor and others criticising his decision. Mayor Jepson says that his actions, which he will follow through with, have been taken out of context.

“The people who have made this a racial issue are missing the wider issue,” he says. “That we as a council are there to do the work, and represent everyone equally.” ¢

A quarter century of service

u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville physiotherapist Lyndsey Bargh retires at the end of this month, lowering the curtain on a 25-year career.

During this time, the dedicated physio has attended to hundreds of locals, at one point extending her practice to three separate locations in Dargaville, Paparoa and Maungatūroto. That’s a longstanding legacy of healing, which has benefitted Kaipara citizens from all walks of life.

“I enjoy helping people. I enjoy the connection and banter. I’ll certainly miss the interaction with my clients, but I’m looking forward to indulging my artistic side and freeing up more time for travel,” says Lyndsey, who has a definite talent for the visual arts.

A busy retirement for one of the best-known faces in the local medical community means a potential gap in service for those who need physiotherapeutic help. Lyndsey says that the hope is that a specialist can travel from Whangārei three times a week. However, the ideal scenario would see a new physiotherapist take over Lyndsey’s practice.

“We’ve tried to recruit more staff, and we’ve tried to sell the business,” she says. “I’ll be sad for the Dargaville

MAUNGATUROTO

The Riverview Rest Home and Village was established over twenty-five years ago by the Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust (MCCT) to service the Maungaturoto District.

Originally set up as a sixteen-bed Maungaturoto Rest Home. The complex has evolved to include a newly built 14 bed Specialised Dementia Unit. A residential area adjacent to the rest home offers eleven rental units and fourteen ‘own your own’ villas. A medical Centre, operated by Coast to Coast Healthcare, provides convenient onsite care for all residents.

community, but I’ve done my best, and I’ve got other goals to achieve in my retirement. So the doors will be closing if the business isn’t sold.”

Such a long career in Kaipara has led to a long list of people to thank, as the time comes to move on.

“I’d like to offer sincere thanks and gratitude to the Dargaville Medical Centre and my colleagues in health, to Ken Foster, who has been a wonderful landlord, and of course, to all of my clients throughout the years,” says Lyndsey. ¢

REST HOME, SPECIALISED DEMENTIA UNIT AND VILLAGE

p Physiotherapist Lyndsey Bargh is retiring after 25 years of service to the Kaipara District

p Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson has made the controversial decision to omit a karakia from the start of the council’s first regular meeting, igniting debate on the place of prayer in governance

Yuletide stitchcraft

u by Andy Bryenton

Members of Dargaville’s long-established sewing group will get outdoors for a Christmas market day this week, sharing some homemade wares that might make the perfect present.

“We’ve been here for eight years now, and we’ve become good friends around the table,” says Lois Hughes, indicating the large workspace at their Cranley Street clubrooms. “Of course, meeting new people and

sharing the skills of sewing and crafts is what we love to do. That’s why we warmly welcome new members. It’s nice to see new ideas and hear about new techniques to learn.”

While the invitation by the group stands open to all to come and have a coffee and a chat, there’s an extra reason to pay the crafty creatives a visit on December 10. On that day, they plan to set up their tables outdoors under the shade of their hall’s oak tree and sell some of their creations to the public.

The little pop-up shop at 5 Cranley Street will feature upcycled fabric crafts, knitted toys, jewellery and clothing, and a second-hand selection donated by club members. Lois says it may be just the place to pick up a perfect Christmas gift for that hard-to-buy-for relative or perhaps a treat for yourself. The festivities begin at 10am and run until 3pm. ¢

Undefeated champions

u by Amy Fifita

Maungatūroto, Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Ruawai schools entered teams to play basketball on Tuesday nights at the Kaiwaka Sports Complex.

“When we started, Ruawai Primary School was dominating and scoring an excess of 20 points every game,” says coach Paddy Jackson.

“The last fortnight has been awesome because teams have developed each week and have caught up. The children loved playing basketball.”

Most Ruawai students were involved in the Back2Basics basketball programme run weekly by Marilyn Llewell, designed to enhance their skills.

“The final against Mangawhai was great. The score was close, and the first time they were in that position. They were stoked to earn that win.”

Player Nico Gilligan was absent for the final game, but Paddy says he had faith in his team and that they could win.

“It was great to have parent support there for the final, and Connor Shaw and Azaria-Reine Jackson were awarded as the most valuable players.”

The competition will reappear next year with plans to split it between two hubs for all Kaipara schools to take part.

“Children must be given opportunities to be successful at their goals, and we are looking forward to creating a local pathway for children passionate about the sport.

“It doesn’t matter how good you are when you start playing. It matters where you end up. Kaipara Basketball has done a great job at promoting the sport and getting the teams to work hard.” ¢

Ruawai Primary basketball team dominated the court for six weeks winning the Kaipara Basketball Primary Competition with two players taking home Most Valuable Player awards.

p Northern Basketball Primary Competition winners (from left) AzariaReine Jackson, Beauden Ringrose, Connor Shaw, Anthony Koloi and Kiah Jackson

p Lois Hughes, Kay Haydon, Anne LKockley, Win Cutts and Meryl Puckett prepare for a festive Christmas market day

p Kraken’s Lair and Tangowahine School were adorned in their steampunk gear adding extra style to the event

p Kathleen Phillips from the Dargaville Rotary Club themed for A Storybook Christmas Parade

p Dargaville had the privilege of having Santa appear; he waved at onlookers and spread the Christmas joy

p St Joseph’s School was awarded second place in the school float category. Children (from left) Zaraih Vincent, Hosea McMillan, Shanav Lal, Shaarav Lal and Ilaisaane Ulufonua were the stars of the float

p Menz Shed Seven Dwarves float won first place: they sang Heigh-Ho as they went through town, bringing joy to the crowds

p The Lifestyler team dressed up as characters from Alice in Wonderland for their Madhatter’s tea party-styled float, which won second place

Elected officials’ extra duties

u by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council has announced the make-up of the committees which take on specific tasks for the good governance of Kaipara.

Positive charge for charity

u by Amy Fifita

Dargaville resident Hannah Smith rallied townspeople together to raise funds for the recent Gumboot Friday appeal, which focusses on youth mental health, with a battery drive.

“I have always donated to the cause. Last year Gumboot Friday ran its own battery drive, but this year they let communities decide, so I joined the Gumboot Army. Everyone should be doing something, and I did my own battery drive — it is effortless to do,” says fundraising organiser Hannah Smith.

“It has opened up a lot of conversation between myself and others about their own mental health and what they think about Mike King’s charity — I AM HOPE New Zealand.

“Mayor Craig Jepson has exercised his power under the Local Government Act to establish committees and appoint members and chairs to those committees,” stated KDC governance adviser Gavin Dawson in his report to elected members.

“Some appointments are requested by organisations which have trust deeds or constitutions that give power to the council to appoint members, or are more informally requested when elected members are sought to provide input.”

Several committees have been constituted, with many councillors serving in multiple roles. Councillors Howard, Larsen, Manderson, Nayyar, Wilson-Collins and Paniora will serve on the important Audit, Risk and Finance Committee, chaired by external appointee Philip Jones. The Awards and Grants Committee, which awards community grants for specific projects, will be chaired by councillor Eryn Wilson-Collins, and consist of councillors Larsen, Williams, Howard, Vincent and Paniora.

Mayor Jepson will represent the KDC on the Joint Climate Change Adaptation Committee. Councillor Lambeth will chair the Harding Park Committee, which has

been proposed to run separately this triennium from the Statutory Committee that administers the adjoining pā site and lands.

Councillor Lambeth has been appointed to the Civil Defence Emergency Management Committee, Councillor Wilson-Collins to the Creative Communities Scheme Funding Committee, and Councillor Nayyar to the Regional Transport Committee. A full list of appointments is available from the KDC for other committee postings this triennium. ¢

Hannah expresses the importance of Mike King’s charity that provides access to youth counselling and the significance of mental health.

“Talk to your children, family and friends about mental health and don’t let them suffer in silence. If we educate youth about coping mechanisms and allow them to talk about their problems, they can grow into healthy adults.”

Hannah got local automotive businesses on board. Each car battery was worth $10–$12. However, there were also tractor and bike batteries donated, adding to the 222 total amounting to $1,703 raised for the cause.

“Thank you to the people and businesses who took part and to Marsden Metals, which matched me dollar for dollar and picked up the batteries free of charge. I’ve found people in Dargaville are very responsive.”

Collections have now ceased. Anyone still wanting to contribute to the cause can text BOOTS to 469, which will send a $3 donation to the charity. To find out more, go to gumbootfriday.org.nz. ¢

common problems can be treated with simple minor procedures done either at the clinic or at Kensington Hospital.

The emphasis at the clinic is on making sure women have as much information as possible about their own health on which to base their decisions as to the type of treatment that is best for them.

Dr. Rachel Moss, the specialist gynaecologist, can see you to make a thorough gynaecological assessment and discuss options for treatment.

A GP referral can be helpful but is not essential.

p Hannah’s battery helpers Lincoln Smith and Brooklyn Johnson

p As well as attending council meetings, all elected members are now engaged with one or more specialist committees overseeing specific aspects of governance around the district

Hundreds visit festival

Fine weather welcomed a record crowd to the Toi Māori Ōtamatea Festival at Ōtamatea High School last weekend. Stalls featuring artwork, educational and health organisations, schools and service clubs dominated the outside. A hāngī provided a welcome bite-to-eat for hungry festival attendees. The day’s highlight was the numerous kapa haka group performances, including several schools.

Kaipara Kōrero

Council services during Christmas and New Year break

Summer holidays are fast approaching! During this time, critical Council services will continue, with some changes due to staff availability.

Council offices will be closed from noon Friday 23 December 2022 and reopen on Monday 09 January 2023. Our 0800 727 059 telephone number is monitored 24/7 and urgent queries will be responded to. You can also complete some services online via kaipara.govt.nz

Information on rubbish and recycling services and Kaipara Libraries hours are listed below. More information about our services during the break is available on our website.

Rubbish collection and recycling services

Kerbside collections

The following changes will run from Monday 19 December 2022 through to Thursday 02 February.

West

• Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday - no change

• Friday - extra run out to Kai Iwi Lakes and Omamari Beach

• Sunday - extra run to Kai Iwi Lakes and Omamari Beach

East

• Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday - no change

• Thursday - extra collection of both waste and recycling in Mangawhai

• Friday - extra collection for Tinopai and Pahi

Where a statutory holiday falls on a collection day, normal rubbish collection will occur, except for Christmas Day. Christmas Day collections will occur on Boxing Day.

Libraries

• Dargaville Library closes at 5pm Friday 23 December 2022 and reopens at 9.30am Monday 09 January 2023.

• Maungaturoto Library closes at 1pm Saturday 24 December 2022 and reopens at 10.30am Saturday 07 January 2023.

• Mangawhai Library is closed 26 to 27 December 2022 and 01- 03 January 2023.

• Kaiwaka Library closes at 2pm Friday 23 December 2022 and reopens at 4pm Monday 09 January 2023.

• Paparoa Library closes at 1pm Friday 23 December 2022 reopens at 2pm Monday 9 January 2023.

News from Kaipara District Council

p Performing a waiata on stage, with the guitar played by Whaea Casey Wikiriwhi (far left), are Makaia Morunga-Mills, Aria Maxwell and Ariana Barlow from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngāringaomatariki

p Residents and visitors took advantage of the fine weather to explore the various stalls and enjoy a day out immersed in Māori culture

p Students from Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngāringaomatariki In Oruawharo put on a crowd-pleasing performance

p Tauraroa Kapa Haka gave a moving poi that had the audience entranced

p Tauraroa Kapa Haka group turned out in force to a packed audience

p The hāngī was one of the most popular outlets for festival-goers

Kaipara Kōrero

News from Kaipara District Council

Update on remedial works in Baylys Beach

Remedial work on Seaview Road in Baylys Beach is progressing and is on track to finish before Christmas. In addition to the remedial work, a part of the waterpipe has been replaced as it was at risk of breaking.

A reminder to please follow all temporary speed limits and detour signage. Due to the space restriction, nature of the works, and size of machinery required, please avoid driving if you can, to minimise delays.

Kaipara Libraries summer activities

Discover, create, and be inspired with Dargaville Libraries’ Tutu Collection. The collection is a range of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) focused resources that customers can borrow for free to use at home. It includes microscopes, coding robots, sewing machines, marble runs, ukuleles and te reo Māori and English language board games.

Get involved in the Beanstack summer reading challenge. It’s easy – all you need to do is log your reading and participate in activities on the Beanstack app. Challenges and prizes are available for all ages.

Check out kaipara.kotui.org.nz to find out more about Tutu, to take on the summer reading challenge, or to view our summer catalogue. You can also follow Dargaville Library on Facebook or Instagram for the latest Kaipara Libraries updates.

Each month, Dargaville Library encourages visitors to try a new phrase in te reo Māori.

Word for Hakihea December: Raumati - Summer

Give it a go next time you’re chatting with one of our librarians.

Upcoming Council meetings

• Council Briefing, Wed 07 December, 9.30am, Conference Room, Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville and broadcast on YouTube

• Audit, Risk and Finance Committee, Thur 08 December, 9.30am, Mangawhai Conference Room,1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Remuneration and Development Committee (public excluded), Thur 08 December, 1pm, Mangawhai Conference Room,1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

Community Panel tours the Raupo Drainage Scheme

The Ruawai Community Panel gathered for the second time this year to take a guided tour of the Raupo Drainage Scheme. Everyone jumped aboard the local Leabourn school bus and travelled the Ruawai Flats learning about the history and challenges of flood management.

Ian Beattie, Panel member and Chair of the Raupo Drainage Committee, led the tour and explained how the Raupo Drainage Scheme works to manage coastal flooding, river flooding and rainfall drainage. With all the rain lately, the Panel was able to see the system of stopbanks, canals, drains and floodgates doing their work!

Councillor Mark Vincent from Kaipara District Council and Councillor John Blackwell from Northland Regional Council attended the tour and were able to bring their leadership perspectives and hear from Panel members as they discussed issues and aspirations for their home.

The tour helped build a shared understanding of the hazards facing the Ruawai Flats. This knowledge will inform future decisions on adaptation preparation and responses as part of the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways pilot project.

• Economic Development Committee Briefing, Mon 12 December, 9.30am, Mangawhai Conference Room,1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Council Meeting, Wed 14 December, 9.30am, Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville and broadcast on YouTube

Please visit Council’s website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.

GETTING READY FOR

Summer is fast approaching, so please make sure you do all the things that require high water usage now.

Do it now!

Waterblasting

Filling your spa or swimming pool

Prepare plants for less watering by mulching the root area

u by Andy Bryenton

Volunteers took the fight against breast cancer to the streets in Dargaville, raising money for the pink ribbon cause and finding a receptive audience for their message.

The Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Appeal has been a great success,” says Pink Ribbon Appeal 2022 area coordinator Ans van Sabben.

“This year, we have seen our total income from the street appeal return to preCovid levels, which means we’re even more grateful for everyone’s support. A big thank you to all the lovely people in Dargaville who donated so generously during late October. Our town raised the grand sum of $941.20.

“The money we have raised will help fund breast cancer education, research, advocacy and patient support,” says Ans.

p “It’s such a good cause, and it’s one that everyone should support,” says Donice Morris (right), one of the volunteer collectors who made this year’s appeal a success

“You’ve helped to keep our nurse advice line running and helped fund ground-breaking research programmes. A special thank you too to the team at the post office who allowed us the space for the stall and the volunteers who gave up a few hours of their time to collect.”

The pink ribbon, the logo of the breast cancer cause, has its origins in 1991, when a charity running event, the Komen

New York City Race for the Cure, issued pink ribbons to participants in reference to the US practice of wearing yellow ribbons to support the armed forces.

The following year, magazine editor Alexandra Penney used the logo for a special edition of Self magazine on breast cancer awareness. By 1994, with the establishment of New Zealand’s own Breast Cancer Foundation, the pink ribbon came to these shores. It’s been a symbol of charity and hope ever since. ¢

Tradition alive once more

by Amy Fifita

“It is a long-running camp, and we have been unable to do it during the past couple of years due to Covid. We wanted to get this hīkoi in as a way to restart the camp,” says Selwyn Park School principal Vern Stevens.

Students walk the journey from Waikarā Marae and traverse north towards South Head in Hokianga, stopping to rest and sleep along the way.

“It is a valuable lesson in perseverance, and during the camp, students learn about themselves. A majority of students love the camp, and when they reflect upon it — they see it as an achievement.”

Walkers learn about local history and significant stories from the mouths of knowledgeable locals.

“Snow Tane was with them this year and shared history about separate spots along the beach.”

Aranga School was invited to take part in the activities and will be invited in the years to come. The next hīkoi is planned for term one next year.

“Aranga School principal Todd and I have taught and worked together in the past, and because of that, our relationship with Aranga is much stronger than before. The walk is in their backyard, and there are people close by to support the walkers if something happens.”

The camp is supported by staff, parents and volunteers who drive between rest sites with gear and food. Vern says he is grateful for the support from parents, staff and volunteers who assist and ensure the camp goes ahead. ¢

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Selwyn Park School’s hīkoi has recommenced this year, with Aranga School accompanying them on the four-day trek.

p Students and teachers at the Selwyn Park School and Aranga School Hīkoi

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u by Andy Bryenton

car of the year award often goes to an

for hauling a holiday payload?

This time of year, caravanners and boaties need to know the pick of the crop when it comes to a vehicle that can take care of business, delivering open-road comfort, big towing power and the precision to manoeuvre a bulky trailer through a crowded campsite.

Luckily, a sort of ‘Olympic Games’ for tow cars does exist, and it’s administered by the nononsense judges of Britain’s Caravan and Motorhome Club. With global manufacturing meaning that all the cars on their Christmas list are available on Kiwi forecourts, too, we took a look at the supreme winner for this year, the Skoda Karoq.

Dan Cartwright of Caravan Times was one of the judges of this year’s competition.

“There were a lot of good tow cars submitted this year, and picking a winner was tough,” he said. “For me, the overall combination of the proven 150-series

engine, DSG gearbox, which we know tows well, and four-wheel-drive traction, coupled with the Karoq’s practicality, storage, accessibility and viability just gave it that all-around appeal.”

The Karoq also stood out as one of the few non-hybrid or electric options to make the top ten this year. As electric practicality grows, we can expect a longer list of EV and hybrid options overtaking petrol and diesel, but not this year. The Polestar 2, Porsche Cayenne hybrid, Volvo’s voltageassisted V90 and Skoda’s own Enyaq placed highly in various caravan-toting weight categories.

The Karoq carries on a tradition of Skoda punching above their weight, which started with the phenomenal success of the little Yeti and the rise of the Kodiaq in the premium SUV segment. With our local law enforcers sporting a fleet of Skoda Superb patrol cars, the brand has become a common sight on Kiwi roads.

Alongside a handy 320 Newtonmetres of torque and that sevenspeed DSG gearbox, the other aspects of the Karoq recommending it as a towing vehicle are its comprehensive suite of safety aids and a remarkable turn of fuel economy. For such a competent and large machine, its figure of just 7.3 litres for every 100 kilometres combined is quite an achievement. So, too, is the price for this award winner. Skoda will sell you one, from $45,990, making it a bit of a bargain.

Then again, we know that many people buy their next car based on visual appeal alone. If that’s the case, then there’s a lot to love about the Skoda-only Phoenix Orange Metallic paint option, which brings some brightness to a world where many automakers have variations of black, white and grey on offer. ¢

p Skoda’s Karoq has taken home the top prize as tow car of the year in Britain, where the toughest international test for holiday towing is conducted

When they were younger

u by Amy Fifita

What do you think of when someone says sports car? Do you imagine a small compact two-seater with minimal space?

Wander your mind further into the past when two-door cars were much more than what certain people describe as a lady’s handbag car.

I would like to reintroduce you to the gorgeous and buxom 1939 Nash LaFayette 3910 coupe. They are a marvel to admire and a blast from a time when two-door cars were much larger than their modern-day counterparts.

The company began in 1916 when its founder Charles Williams Nash bought the Thomas B Jeffery Company. He was an entrepreneur and the former president of the now long-reigning General Motors Company.

Next, Nash officially added LaFayette Motors to his empire in 1924 after becoming its president in 1921. Before the acquisition, the vehicles were known for their high quality, which was reflected in the price tag, making them difficult to sell. Instead of continuing the series, there was a production pause, and its factory was used to make Nash’s Ajax models.

The LaFayette range would reign once more and reappeared a decade later, this time as an affordable car. The brand remained independently named until 1937, when Nash adopted it as part of its namesake and became part of the base series. In 1941 it was replaced by the Nash 600. The 1938 and 1939 coupe bodies were designed

by Don Mortrude, with other features incorporated into its style by George Walker and Associates. Under the hood was a six-cylinder engine which produced 99 horsepower.

Nash was set to be the modern, affordable and pioneering car with fresh ideas such as the bed-in-a-car feature. The rest space was designed with the back seats folding back and opening up the boot space so at least two people could sleep in the back.

Nash introduced the first form of vehicle air conditioning in 1938 with its Weather Eye system. It was also available in 1939 but with a brand new automatic feature, so new owners could control the temperature they sat in. One selling point had fresh air that could be heated or cooled for driver and passenger comfort.

It was an era when cars were made of steel, and you could stop and easily fix almost any of the mechanical worries that were thrown your way. These beautiful beasts had an incredible amount of leg space and curves for days. There were no complaints from the back seat of this coupe in those days.

There are three 1939 Nash LaFayette coupe models known to be located in New Zealand, and one calls the north home at Matthews Vintage Collection. The remaining two are located in the South Island. ¢

p A 1939 Nash LaFayette 3910 sports car, an example of a coupe before modern times when cars became more compact

Stihl branches out

by Andy Bryenton

Stihl has changed up its range for the new summer season, bringing its brand’s reputation for reliability to sectors of the outdoor power field that are literally ‘new pastures’.

Long associated with chainsaws and brush cutters, the range of Stihl power tools has multiplied to include all manner of labour-saving devices for the outdoor handyperson. Part of this has been the rise of their battery range, which now comprises everything from one-handed pruners and topiary pruners to lawnmowers.

However, it’s a more traditional petrol power pack which sits at the heart of Stihl’s two new MH series rotary tillers and cultivators. Responding to the trend for productive home gardens, Stihl has produced a pair of medium-sized tillers with a walk-behind layout called the 610 and 710. The smaller 610 is perfect for turning over garden begs, chopping old root systems into mulch for new growth, and aerating the soil or adding compost.

It has a 78cm working width and, like its bigger brother, boasts two forward gears and one reverse. The 710 bulks out the tilling width to a full metre and packs more horsepower, making it possible to till directly into a lawn and leave behind freshly turned earth.

This pragmatic approach combines two things Stihl already does well. The company is well respected on the farm and knows how to get the most out of a small

engine. Following that line of thinking, Stihl has also developed a range of water pumps for rural use. The kind of machines that can power livestock trough filling, well water retrieval and irrigation tasks.

The final new addition for summer comes from Stihl’s water blaster division. It has rethought the electric power washer, giving its RE 125 X a more compact shape and even more power in as a small, easy-to-store package. With the ability to fit a rotary nozzle for deck cleaning and also a detergent bottle for automotive applications, this is the kind of power washer which is of great utility to the average family. It provides a quality option for those who don’t need the ablative power of a full-sized petrol blaster.

Of course, Stihl has not forgotten its core business, and innovations to make its other, more traditional lines more economical, powerful and easier to maintain have all been going on behind the scenes at their research and development labs. With the grass growing fast and summer just around the corner, it’s a good time to get reacquainted with Stihl and perhaps even treat yourself to an early Christmas present.

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WHAT’S ON?

For outside of Dargaville events email info@thelifestyler.co.nz

December

Rangitahi Ora – Tumanako Project — Mural Reveal and Community Day, 10th December, 5am–1pm at Selwyn Park.

Christmas in the Gardens — 10th December 6pm–8pm, Taha Awa Gardens, Dargaville. Bring a blanket, a sunhat and a picnic dinner.

Bring Balance Afternoon Retreat — Friday 30 December, 12.30–4.30pm, Baylys Beach Community Centre. Time to be present and set intention for the new year. Includes meditation and more. Exchange: $60. Contact: Maureen 021 0231 8008, maureen. bringbalance@yahoo.com, www.bringbalance.co.nz.

2023 Wai Worri Country Muster — Thursday 29th December Pre-Muster Hoedown at Kaihu Tavern 6.30ish — Friday 30th December Music Night, Woolshed, 7.00ish — Saturday 31st December, New Year’s Eve, Woolshed with Carleen & Ted, 7.00ish — Saturday 31st December and Sunday 1st December, Festival Artists 10am start. Proceeds to North Haven Hospice. For more info phone Carleen 021 148 9804 or Ted 027 319 5106.

The Almighty Wild West Fest — 31st December to 1st January — Local live music, car & bike show, bouncy castle & entertainment for the kids PLUS a whole lot more. West Coast Road, Kaipara. Want to get involved? Call 020 4088 6907.

Markets

Dargaville Twilight Market — Last Friday of each month, 5.30pm–7pm. Northern Wairoa Boating Club, Totara Street.

Kaihu Hall Market — 3rd Saturday each month 10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.

Monthly Market — 1st Saturday of each month — 8am–noon — at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).

Paparoa Artisan Market — 4th Sunday monthly 12–4pm. Paparoa Memorial Hall.

Paparoa Farmers’ Market — Every Saturday 9am –12pm. Genuine local produce, vegetables, seafood, olive oils, meats, patisserie, plants and more. Village Green, Paparoa.

Te Kopuru Market — Every Saturday 12.30pm–3.30pm at Te Kopuru Community Hall.

roxannek@sportnorth.co.nz

Ruawai

2nd Sunday of

month. 11am–3pm.

Club/Organisation

Arapohue Tennis Club — Starts Monday 24th October 6.15pm onwards at A&P Showgrounds. Contact Raewyn 09 439 2152 or Sue 09 439 2154.

Alcoholics Anonymous — Dargaville AA meetings held at The Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby & Parore Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm Contact Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group — Contact Maxine on 021 153 5674.

Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — All welcome, 2nd Monday of each month, Garden ramble, shared lunch, trading table phone 021 063 3444.

Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 09 439 1628 for further info.

Dargaville Bowling Club Tuesday Bowls — Names by 9.30am, start 10am, finish 2.30pm. Contact Ray King 09 439 5509.

Dargaville Contract Bridge Club — Tuesdays 12.45pm and Wednesday 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@ gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.

Dargaville Floral Art Club — Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville. Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

Dargaville Friendship Club — meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10am at the NW Boating Club. For info phone Phyllis 09 439 6681.

Dargaville Games Club — 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Dargaville Scout Hall, Onslow St, 6pm–9pm.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years. Thursdays after school — 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.

Dargaville Mainly Music — Interactive music and movement for preschoolers and their carers. Wednesdays 10am Baptist church, Victoria St, during term time. Contact Rebecca 021 969 626.

Dargaville Menz Shed — is open Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday mornings from 10am to noon. New members are welcome. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.

Dargaville Museum — Open every day except Christmas Day and Anzac morning 9–4 until Labour Day then 9–5 until Easter. Volunteers, visitor hosts and members welcome. Phone 09 439 7555.

Dargaville Scout Group — For boys and girls aged 5–99 years at 23 Onslow St. All info on door or phone Johnnita 027 296 5889.

Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — Meet at the NW Boating Club 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.

Justices of the Peace — available every Thursday from 12–1pm at the Whanau Focus offices, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.

Kaihu Valley Music Club — 3rd Sunday of the Month at Kaihu Hall on Woods Road. 1pm–4pm. Enquires to John or May 09 439 0827.

Kaipara Cycling — Calendar of Rides — Thursdays 3.15pm–5.15pm Junior Rides 10 years and older; 5.30pm–7pm Women’s Rides; 5.30pm–7pm Adult Rides. Meet at Time To, Normanby Street. If you are riding the Kauri Coast Mountain Bike Park or you want to join the Kaipara Cycling Club go to join.hivepass. co.nz or email kaiparacycling@gmail.com.

Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 09 439 7108 or 09 439 4614.

Kumarani Creative Centre – Creative Dance! — 5pm Thursdays, 15 Onslow Street. For all ages and abilities, fun and inclusive. Koha.

Kumarani Productions — Tuesdays Circus Kids 5–10 years at 3.45pm–4.45pm, Youth Circus 10–18 years at 5pm–6.30pm and Dargaville Fire and Circus Jam 6.30pm–8pm. 15 Onslow St. Through school terms only. Koha.

Lions Club of Ruawai — Meets 3rd Thursday of the month (social night) at the Sports Club and 1st Thursday of the month (business meeting). For more info contact 09 439 2029 or 09 439 2557.

Lions Dargaville — Meeting 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John for more information 09 439 5937.

Northern Wairoa Country Music Club — 1st Sunday of the month at the Scout Hall, 23 Onslow Street 1–4pm. Enquiries to Bruce 09 439 5513.

Northern Wairoa Genealogy Society — Learn how to trace your family history or DNA at the Research Rooms, Dargaville Museum, 4th Sunday of each month 12.30–2pm OR attend our monthly meetings on the 4th Sunday of the month from 2pm–4pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — Starts at 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155.

Peggy Purls in our Community — Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby St. Ring Charlene 09 439 6120.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Secretary/Treasurer Betty Bruce 09 439 4344.

SeniorNet Dargaville — Drop-in every Tuesday 10am–2pm (except school holidays) for help with technology and internet banking. KCC 38 Hokianga Rd.

Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Town Hall. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634 for more details. Vaccine Passport required.

Stitches and Craft — 5 Cranley St, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details.

Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre — Mondays and Fridays. Small class groups. 10am–11am $10 per session. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Morning tea and lunch will be served. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $7 per session Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

Primary School Market Day —

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Food, Devonshire teas, coffee, hangi, jewellery, gift ideas and much more. Call Malcolm 027 443 6140 for more info. All proceeds to the Ruawai Promotion & Development Group.

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Sudoku

Fill the grid so that every column, every row and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9. All puzzles © The Puzzle Company www.thepuzzlecompany.co.nz

ACROSS: 1 False, 4 Golden handshake, 14 Khaki, 15 Scarf, 16 Headstrong, 17 Ladle, 19 Fah, 20 Logbook, 21 Eccentric, 22 Bathes, 25 Chanteuse, 27 Mayhem, 28 Planet, 33 Unoccupied, 35 Rim, 36 Mosque, 37 Scum, 39 Ego, 41 Wealthy, 42 Fasten, 43 Resilient, 44 Trunk, 45 Clarinet, 50 Do, 51 Cleanses, 55 Cacti, 58 Replenish, 59 Scenic, 60 Brother, 61 Ram, 63 Book, 64 Florin, 65 Ink, 66 Highly paid, 68 Sleuth, 69 Issues, 71 Interlude, 76 Latest, 77 Postnatal, 79 Instant, 81 Tea, 84 Opera, 85 Implements, 86 Lilac, 87 Onion, 88 As keen as mustard, 89 Fleet.

DOWN: 2 Anchor, 3 Shrub, 5 Over, 6 Deducts, 7 Nutmeg, 8 Abort, 9 Dignity, 10 Hull, 11 Kidnap, 12 Waifs, 13 Highest, 14 Keyhole, 18 John Buchan, 23 Denim, 24 Berserk, 26 Heckler, 27 Memento, 29 Nucleus, 30 Unreal, 31 Trite, 32 Mussel, 34 Draw, 36 Mogul, 38 Moths, 40 Flea, 45 Carob, 46 Approve, 47 Idea, 48 Edible, 49 Scorn, 50 Dismiss, 52 Errol Flynn, 53 Notepad, 54 Eyelid, 55 Cherish, 56 Pesky, 57 With, 62 Agree, 67 Stetson, 68 Station, 70 Utopian, 72 Nearest, 73 Assess, 74 Gateau, 75 Unsafe, 76 Latin, 78 Tapes, 80 Trial, 82 Fame, 83 Star.

FOR SALE

50% SHARE of 2.3057ha plus use of 0.7ha paper road. Lots 8–9 DP138657. 295 Waihue Road Dargaville. Includes 1 bedroom cottage (presently being rented) 1 garage, 1 large double garage with workshop, ride-on mower, 3-way tip and general farm tools. Power and water connected, $220,000. Please contact Don Park 09 624 9107.

93 NISSAN Bluebird SSS very tidy condition, rego & warrant, $2,250.00. Phone 021 122 7000.

CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764.

CARPET, VINYL and hard flooring. Full supply and installation service. Mobile showroom. Free measure and quote. Phone Christine — Kaipara Flooring Co 021 515 415.

ROUND WOODEN kitchen table with an inlay top on central wooden legs, with 4 chairs, $250. Phone 09 411 8327.

SILAGE BALES top quality grass. $85. Phone Bill 09 439 1342.

SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

TANDEM TRAILER 2500 x 1800. Registered. Boat Aluminium 13 feet long and trailer. Phone 021 0824 3109.

TOP SOIL, top quality, $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

GARAGE SALE

HOMEWARES FOR sale, 144 Hokianga Road. Saturday 10th December at 1pm.

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: windowanddoors.co.nz —

TREE SERVICES

KAIPARA STUMP grinding. All stumps, any size, free no-obligation quote. Phone 020 4029 2263. Based in Dargaville. Keep it local.

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

TREE TRIMMING Truck using Grapple/Saw – 26m reach — Pruning, Removal, Chipping, Qualified Arborists SIMPLE – FAST – SAFE – QUALIFIED – EXPERIENCED – VALUE FOR MONEY. Servicing KAIPARA CALL Team Vegetation on 09 439 0050.

SUZUKI

CLASSIFIEDS PHONE 09 439 6933

Hand wanted for customer service, till operation, dishwashing and home food delivery. Contact Jas Singh Phone 021 438 311 or email jas_shiraz@yahoo.co.nz — Shiraz Restaurant Dargaville.

LIBRARIAN DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

send C.V. and covering letter to; Dargaville High School, Plunket Street or by email to; office@darghigh.school.nz

Closing date: 12pm Friday 9th December 2022

Ruawai College is seeking interest from qualified and registered teachers who would like the opportunity to undertake relief work at our school.

For further information, please contact Karen Exley, Assistant Principal kexley@ruawaicollege.school.nz

Our family=owned business is requiring another team member to join our busy contracting & agricultural workshop. We are based in Dargaville. Applicant needs to be experience with working on trucks, trailers, diggers, loaders, tractors etc.

Owen Greville McCullough

On 27 November 2022 at Tauranga Hospital; aged 61. Much loved and respected family member and friend. A gentle giant gone to soon.

A private cremation has been held as per Owens wishes.

Harry, Sidney

13/07/1944 - 03/12/2022

Weller, Francis (Frank)

Passed away on Friday 25th November in his 76th year. Will be sadly missed by his devoted wife, Marilyn and their families.

A Memorial Service will be held at home on Sunday 11th December at 2pm sharp.

Address: 146A Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Ph 09 439 6648.

We are seeking to employ a permanent experienced Aluminium Joiner to join our team.

Hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday to Friday. Candidate must be reliable, organised, competent with power tools and machinery, physically fit (heavy lifting is required), communicate clearly and have a current drivers licence.

For more information, or to apply, contact us via phone 09 439 7102 or email sales@dargavillealuminium.co.nz

Requirements:

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Phone Richard: 027 498 4133

PUBLIC NOTICES

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm, next is 2nd February 2023, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville AA Meetings are held at the church, crn Parore and Normanby Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Phone Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

DARGAVILLE HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.

Dearly loved husband of Yvonne (Eve). Loved father of Geoff, Alison & Nick and the late Scott Macrae. Poppa of Victoria, Jamie, Cameron & Adriaan. Great Poppa of Awhina, Maia, Kahlai & Kaylie.

We will farewell Sid on Thursday the 8th of December at the Dargaville Lighthouse at 12pm followed by burial at Mt Wesley Cemetery.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Dargaville Racing Club inc.

AGM

Thursday 8th December 2022 7.30pm at the Dargaville Racing Club

TE KOPURU SCHOOL New Enrolments for 2023

Te Kopuru School is a high achieving school, Year 1 - 8. We offer mainstream and bilingual (English/Te Reo Maori) classes. New food technology room. Visit our website www.tekopuru.school.nz Enquiries, or to make an appointment phone 09 439 1802 Email: office@tekopuru.school.nz

RAMSEY-RADICH, Lilian JP (ret)

Died 27th November 2022 aged 91.

Loved Mother, Nana, Great Nana.

A celebration of Lilian’s life will be held at Dargaville Methodist Church, Friday 9th December 2022 at 1.00pm.

A private family cremation has been held. Thank you to Kauri Coast Rest Home, Kaipara Hospice and the Dargaville Medical Centre. Lilian’s life touched many people. In lieu of flowers, donations to Kaipara Hospice would be appreciated, https://www.hospice.org.nz/get-involved/make-a-donation

All communications to: The family of Lilian Ramsey/Radich, C/- PO Box 306 Dargaville.

Ballard, Helen Patricia

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, 28 November 2022, aged 77 years. Cherished wife of Luke. Loved Mum of David and Ngaire, Valerie and Daryl and Joanne and Bevan.

Treasured Nana of Chantelle, Jayden and Caleb, and Flynn and Koby.

At Helen’s request a private cremation has taken place. Helen’s family gratefully acknowledge the help and care given to her by the staff of the Dargaville Medical Centre, Jim Carney Cancer Centre, North Haven Hospice, and her neighbours and friends.

All communication to LJ Ballard, RD2 Maungaturoto 0587.

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