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February 25 2020

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Water questions, myths exposed u by Andy Bryenton

Speculation, tough questions and some inevitable misinformation and confusion have reigned recently on social media regarding issues around the region’s ongoing ‘big dry’. To cut through online misunderstandings and conflicting information, the Kaipara Lifestyler directly questioned the Kaipara District Council for answers to some of the more pressing questions levelled by the public.

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The first concerns the large dam on Opunake Road. This clearly abundant water source has been brought into question as it represents a large and valuable resource during a time of drought. When asked if it was being ‘hoarded’ or remained disused due to lack of repair or infrastructure, the Kaipara District Council replied that: “The dam of water at Opunake is part of our resource consent with the Northland Regional Council. To protect the health of the river, any water we take from Rotu has to be supplemented with water from the Opunake Dam. It’s not piped but is instead released through existing creeks and tributaries until it meets the Kaihu River. Historically, there may have been plans for it to be a (piped) water source, however; it currently exists solely as a condition of our resource consent to take water.” To clarify; the KDC may only take water if the stream flows deep enough. By slowly releasing water from this dam, the stream is kept at a level where supply can be maintained. Think of it as a ‘top-up’ for emergencies. The second question is a practical one. Some people opine that it is illegal to install a water tank in urban areas. Not so, according to the KDC’s rules, though large tanks may need to comply with the central government’s building regulations, for example, so that they don’t burst or tip over. “Small, 1,000-litre

p Kaipara Mayor Dr Jason Smith at the Opunake Road Dam, which has been at the centre of public questions and controversy — the dam is fully operational as designed

tanks can go on your property with no issues,” says KDC media spokesperson Ben Hope. “Larger size tanks may be subject to rules in the District Plan or building consent. For existing houses, each situation is different, but the broad guidelines are a significant sized tank cannot be placed in the front yard, but may be placed in the side or back when it’s not over a council asset line. A small section may be constricted by tank size and the rules around impermeable surfaces.” In short, it’s possible, but it’s best to ask first to get

the ‘nuts and bolts’ correct. Notably, a properly consented and installed tank may even increase your home’s value, as well as its resilience to drought. The final question is the refutation of a statement that ‘there are only two weeks of water left’. KDC analysts believe that even with continued dry weather, current river flow rates backed up by the Opunake Rd dam would see us through until April 31. By this time, the rain will almost certainly have broken the drought. continued on page 3 …

February 25 - 2020

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p The very successful and popular Wednesday Crafts Group is well into its ninth year at the Greenways Community Centre in Tirarau Street, Dargaville. “Wednesday Crafts grew out of a need to accommodate those folk in our community who enjoy the social interaction and informality of a craft group where everyone is supported to create at their own level. We are always in need of replenishing bits and bobs with which to create. Are you spring cleaning, downsizing, finalising estates, etc? If so, please consider donating to Wednesday Crafts.” You can contact Vicky on 439 8253 (please leave a message) to make arrangements for collection or delivery.

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p The season for field hockey is off to a good start for Kaipara players, with no less than four of our district’s representatives selected to join the northern squad at this month’s National Hockey Masters Games in Christchurch. The selection of Doug Passmore (men’s 40s), Kim LeighMacKenzie (women’s 35s), Paula McInnes (women’s 50s) and Bev Hart (women’s 60s) has been ‘thrilling’ for members of both the Western Sharks hockey team and the men’s team who swept the board at the Northland one day tournament last September to bring home the cup; a local first. Bev Hart, who is also an active and avid proponent of the sport, says that with the muster for 2020 imminent, hockey in the Kaipara is looking to build on a great 2019 season.

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Council backs ‘regional turning point’ u by Paul Campbell

The Northland Regional Council says the five massive infrastructure projects, which are the backbone of the Kia Kaha Northland campaign, involving the Kaipara, Far North and Whangarei mayors, will strengthen Northland’s position as a growth region. “Councillors welcome and support the government’s investment in our regional infrastructure, which has suffered from years of under-investment by successive governments,” says chair Penny Smart. “It is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. We’re in a rare position to get a whole lot of things right at once so that future generations can look back at this time as a very positive turning point for the region.” The funded projects are: • Four-laning of State Highway One from Whangarei to Marsden Point, and • Improvements to the region’s rail link Additionally, expansion of Northport to enable international port operations to be relocated from Auckland’s CBD, relocation of the Royal New Zealand Navy base from Auckland to Whangarei, and a dry dock to enable large ship repairs, has been mooted. All five initiatives have been picked up by the region’s mayors. However, as the majority shareholder in Marsden Maritime Holdings and an environmental regulator, the NRC needs to maintain a level of separation. “Our council believes this is important,” says Ms Smart. “We know that lines have to be drawn clearly from the outset to preserve our integrity as a

regulator and investor. We’re looking at some very complex issues, and there’s lots we don’t yet know.” The regional council has long recognised the tension between economic development and environmental sustainability and seeks to manage this in such a way that growth doesn’t happen at the expense of the environment. For example, the social needs of an expanding population need to be carefully managed, such as schools, hospitals and recreational space, and protecting the unique environment of Whangarei Harbour needs to be an integral part of the equation. “Protecting our harbour is just one example of how we need to work alongside central government and other agencies to ensure that any big infrastructure projects align with the needs and aspirations of tangata whenua and our communities, as well as upholding our environmental responsibilities,” Chair Smart says. “As a council with a key part to play, we look forward to actively working with tangata whenua, our wider community, central government and key partners to consider these opportunities in more detail and how these can be advanced to the best benefit of our region.” ¢

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Water questions, myths exposed The ongoing dry conditions mean that water restrictions are still at level four, the highest possible short of rationing. All residents are urged to conserve water wherever possible. The council has hit back at ‘irresponsible’ and ‘foolish’ online opinions that water should be used ‘as we see fit’ because of issues such as rates, infrastructure maintenance and theories as varied as conspiracies to sell local water to private bottling firms and the council hoarding secret sources and wells ‘for themselves’. Additionally, social media worries that the Northland Field Days and other events may be cancelled are entirely fictitious. The field days are being good citizens by ensuring water on-site is for essential use only, and other outdoor functions, including rugby celebrations for 100 years of the code in Northland, will still proceed as planned. Across Kaipara, the water crisis has been highlighted by the theft of an estimated 40,000 litres from tanks at Tinopai School, as well as up to three weeks delay in securing water deliveries from private contractors, even with deliveries scheduled ‘around the clock.’ Fonterra tankers have also been pressed into service. They are delivering water to a wide area of Northland and several areas of the Kaipara, including Dargaville,

p Mayor Smith surveys an outflow pipe from the dam; water from here is used strategically to keep the flow of the Kaihu River above safe levels

which will get 10 tanker loads or 300,000 litres every two days. The water comes from Whangarei with an arrangement through the Northland Regional Council and district councils, but will not be emptied into the town reservoir. Council representatives confirmed that the water is earmarked for emergency relief for rural properties. For perspective, this sum, which seems vast, is in reality only a tenth of what the town supply uses daily, and potentially fills no more than eight rural tanks for each two-day cycle. Those who face completely dry tanks in rural areas, but are not in a financial position to secure private water supplies, are advised to contact the Ministry of Social Development, even if they are not beneficiaries or pensioners. Emergency relief is available for low-income earners struck by this crisis. However, the sooner people apply, the better, according to advisers in the social sector. ¢

INFORMATION FROM PENNY SMART NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL COUNCILLOR FOR KAIPARA DROUGHT IMPACT How did we get here and how can we build resilience to mitigate the impacts of future droughts?

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These will be two of many questions asked and answered during a combined council review that will be carried out after the current drought breaks. Drought impacts on our environment and our economy are being felt all over Northland. Please take responsibility for your reductions in water use and report any suspected leaks of Town Supply water to the Kaipara District Council on 0800 727 059 FUNDING OF EMERGENCY SERVICES – WHO YOU SUPPORT Rate payers contribute approx. $12 each year per ratepayer to create a funding pool to support organisations whose primary purpose is to save lives that are in immediate or critical danger. The NRC’s latest Long-Term Plan Review decided the organisations that Ratepayers support currently, they are:

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Northlands Rescue Helicopter $525,000 per year Surf Life Saving Northern Region $201,000 per year St Johns Northern Region $90,000 per year Coastguard Northern Region $84,000 per year

The Annual Reports and Service Performance of the above organisations are included in the CEO report in the NRC February Council Meeting Agenda which is available on the NRC website. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON WHERE YOUR RATES GO NRC have developed a new online tool to help you see where the rates money goes and all the different work that your rates help to fund. It is important that NRC are being transparent about how the different types of funding and rates are spent. Check out the new tool. www.nrc.govt.nz/RatesTool. PROVINCIAL GROWTH FUND (PGF) The recent PGF funding that Northland has received is certainly very welcome. It is looking likely that there will be transformational changes to the way we live, work and play in Northland. NRC will play an important in the monitoring and regulating of any implemented changes to make sure that there will be no adverse environmental impacts. RELEASED AND ESCAPED DEER ARE AN ONGOING CONCERN FOR NORTHLAND 0800 FIND DEER is the number to ring to report any sightings of deer in places where they are not within a controlled environment such as a farm. Northland is currently TB free, lets help keep it that way.

For more NRC information go to: www.nrc.govt.nz | phone 0800 002 004 8am - 5pm | email pennys@nrc.govt.nz For the reporting of environmental or maritime incidents phone our 24/7 hotline on 0800 504 639

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Council consults communities Governance workshops offered

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u by Paul Campbell

Community consultations have been held by the Kaipara District Council to seek ideas in the allocation of just under $5 million to improve services on the Kaipara Harbour, with the funds allocated from an overall $20.39 million Provincial Growth Fund grant. The council’s current feasibility study will include reviewing existing harbourside infrastructure, ownership and maintenance, commercial opportunities including ferries and water and land-based tourism as well as social benefits resulting from improved community connections, or recreation. There have been three community meetings in Pouto, Tinopai and Paparoa, with the latter including people from Pahi, Maungaturoto and Matakohe. Participants were welcomed by Mayor Jason Smith at the two-hour seminars, and briefed by council infrastructure staff, before forming advisory groups to complete submissions. “Attendees at the workshop were asked to think about what it is about their town that they value, how they would like it to be in the future and what they might have to overcome get there,” said council spokesperson Gillian Bruce. “The output will also contribute to our spatial plan. A key theme in the feedback was for the community to focus on restoring (facilities) on the

p The community meeting in progress at Tinopai

harbour so future generations could continue to enjoy its bounty. A draft analysis is expected to be available for consultation around mid-March to early April.” KDC general m a n a g e r, infrastructure, Jim Sephton said the council has $0.95 million to complete a feasibility study on the harbour including engineering assessments, commercial and financial analysis and business cases, and on approval of the business cases, $4 million for physical works for wharf infrastructure. ¢

Committee members and those interested in working with committees, boards and trusts are invited to attend free, informative and interactive governance workshops.

These 90-minute, live-streamed sessions are hosted by Volunteer Northland facilitated by Sandy Thompson, CEO and director of LEAD Centre for Not for Profit Leadership, and convened by Kaipara District Council at SportsVille Pavilion, Memorial Park in Dargaville. Previous workshop sessions have focussed Regular attendees Kelly Retimana, Toko Retimana, Richard Alspach on understanding board and Sportsville administrator Simone Matthews rules, life-cycles, and working with difficult people. From March have a Wi-Fi supported venue, please 9 the monthly topics for 2020 will include contact community adviser Lara Stott, on legal responsibilities of committees and lstott@kaipara.govt.nz or 0800 727 059 boards, reading financial statements and to discuss how Kaipara District Council how to have better meetings. can support you running your own session Participants come from a wide range in your community. of societies, groups and organisations, Previous participant Mandy Wood said: including representatives from Naumai “I really enjoyed the group interactive Marae, Sportsville and Kauri Coast learning atmosphere with a very Promotional Society. experienced hands-on teacher. Not only For more information, visit the were we able to be a part of the class by Volunteering Northland website, live video link — but we were able to ask call 0800 865 268, or email info@ questions. This course is vital for anyone volunteeringnorthland.nz. If you have a that is on a board or thinking of becoming number of participants wanting to attend a board member with legal, financial and these workshops within the Kaipara and moral responsibility.“

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Daily price Controlled day Controlled night Uncontrolled Controlled 22 hour

ND6

Unmetered 24 Hour

183 ICP’s

ND12

Daily price Unmetered

24 hours

$1.2000 $0.1068

$1.2500 $0.0960

$/day/ICP $/kWh

Daily price Uncontrolled

24 hours

$1.4000 $0.1130

$1.5000 $0.0960

$/day/ICP $/kWh

$0.000

$/day/ICP

Builders Temporary Supply

453 ICP’s

ND13

Long Term Disconnected

299 ICP’s

Long Term Disconnected

Time of Use Bands - applicable Residential and General Plans only Time Periods

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Streetlights Price Category Code ND7

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12 ICP’s

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FL, MV or SV lamp wattage

0 to 21 22 to 42 43 to 83 84 to 125 Above 125

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Units

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$0.1218 $0.0305 $0.0609 $0.1218 $0.1827 $0.2538

$/day/fixture $/day/fixture $/day/fixture $/day/fixture $/day/fixture $/day/fixture

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Units

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$152.0800 $6.7000 $9.0000 $1.6200

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$2.6000 $0.1130 $0.0300 $0.0000

$3.5000 $0.1200 $0.0300 $0.0000

$/day/ICP $/kWh $/excess kVArh $/kWh

Average prices for residential low user connections (usually best for consumers who use < 8,000kWh p.a.) will remain flat for the 4th year in a row. Average total lines charges for residential standard connections will decrease by 9% if retailers move the connection to our new DM7 plan. This has a higher daily charge and lower variable charge, which may help to reduce the cost of electricity for large, high use households. Business connections will have an increase to the daily fixed price, and a reduction to the variable (per kWh) price. This reflects the fixed cost nature of running the network and also helps to reduce total energy costs for businesses that are needing to use more electricity. On average, the increase in lines charges for most business connections is around 1%. We will pay a distribution charge discount for the benefit of electricity consumers connected to our network, of $192 + GST (for most consumers) in November or December this year. See our pricing disclosure for more details.

We’ve introduced Time of Use pricing for residential and business consumers with communicating smart meters, from 1 April 2020. Time of Use pricing has different charges depending on the time of day that electricity is used. This is because electricity networks are a bit like roads, in that they can get congested at times of the day when everyone wants to use them. When networks get congested, we then have to invest to accommodate this increase in peak demand. We’re getting these pricing structures set up for the future, when there is likely to be more demand on our network at peak times. For example, when electric vehicles become more common and drivers all want to charge their cars when they get home from work. At the moment the Time of Use prices largely reflect existing pricing, but in the future these prices will signal that it costs more to consume electricity at peak times (mornings and evenings) and that if you can shift consumption to off-peak times (like charging your EV overnight) we can reduce the cost of upgrades and share the benefit with you through lower prices. Retailers can choose if and how they pass these charges on to you. If you want to find out more about our network pricing go to northpower.com/electricity/pricing

Large Commercial & Industrial sites with half-hour metering Price Category Code ND9

Description Demand Based Pricing

64 ICP’s

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ND10

Volume Based Pricing

86 ICP’s

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Distribution Charge Discount 1. In the year commencing 1 April 2020, Northpower Limited will provide a discount for the benefit of Northpower consumers totalling an estimated $10.3m. This will be a discount on Northpower’s distribution charges and the amount which each consumer receives for each eligible ICP will be determined by the consumption notified to Northpower by the electricity retailers for the 12-month period to 30 September 2020 in two bands as follows: • Eligible ICPs with consumption exceeding 2,000 kWh will receive a single discount of $192. • Eligible ICPs with consumption between 1 kWh and 2,000 kWh will receive a single discount of $55. 2. To qualify as an eligible ICP, an ICP must be supplied from the Northpower electricity network with a registry status of “Active” (Connected) on 1 November 2020, have a current customer of an electricity retailer on that date, and the net consumption advised by the electricity retailers to Northpower for the 12-month period to 30 September 2020 for the ICP must be 1 kWh or greater. 3. Discounts will be applied via a credit on the electricity bill from the current electricity retailer during November 2020 or December 2020.

Further information is available on our website: northpower.com/electricity/pricing

Find out about Planned and Unplanned Outages If you are experiencing a power cut go to northpower.com (on your mobile device) to check the latest information and updates on outages. If your outage is not showing on the website, please call 0800 10 40 40. We now have a NEW section showing any planned outages you can check here for any updates on the outage in your area. For large outages we also post the information and updates on our Northpower facebook page.

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For the love of the Kaipara Dahlias aid dementia u by Andy Bryenton

On February 21, the three-year Love Kaipara Project will reach its official completion date, ending on a high point for key personnel Victoria Del La Varis-Woodcock, Emma Mclean and Margaret Baker. The Ministry for the Environment funded the project in partnership with the Kaipara District Council, aiming to educate and empower locals about waste reduction and ecology. “I saw that Kaipara needed leadership in this area and I filled the need,” says Love Kaipara director and project manager, Victoria del la Varis-Woodcock. “The ministry’s Waste p The Love Kaipara team can celebrate a three-year programme, which fulfilled all its goals — now the banner Minimisation Fund was is picked up by Sustainable Kaipara, a new group who will established to address carry on their message the waste problem in New Zealand, with landfills reaching capacity volunteers because it seemed that there across the country. The ministry got were always jobs outside the project behind the Love Kaipara Project’s plan that needed doing,” recalls Ms del aim to get Kaipara people recycling, la Varis-Woodcock. shopping smarter, repairing items and “These jobs included various waste reduction events, such as the Northland composting more.” During the past three years, the Field Days and the BYO Bags campaign Love Kaipara team successfully spread that helped end the use of single-use the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle message plastic bags.” across the district. They reached out Sustainable Kaipara is the name to Kaipara communities by educating of the new group of waste reduction schoolchildren, businesses, and enthusiasts who are set to continue community groups. Ms del la Varis- the work that Ms del la Varis-Woodcock Woodcock is delighted to have reached started. Ms del la Varis-Woodcock will this important milestone. mentor the Sustainable Kaipara team “It is amazing what can be achieved as they pick up the baton to lead with a great team,” she says. “At Kaipara communities towards the zerotimes the Love Kaipara team included waste goal. ¢

Maungaturoto’s Riverview Rest Home’s dementia unit fund will get a boost in excess of $20,000 following the Dahlias for Dementia garden tour, which took in some 20 properties last weekend.

p Celebrating success: Dahlias for Dementia crew (l/r) Marge Paton, Kimberly Sinclair, Craig Fergus, Karen Smales, Rae Roadley and Anne Pryde

”The event exceeded all our expectations,” said tour spokesperson Karen Smales. “The response was fantastic, and all I am going to say at this point is that my aim was to raise $20,000 and we have passed that. Huge thanks to the property owners who made the event so special.” As the tour gathered momentum, with visitors from across Kaipara and well beyond, extra ticket sales were put on in a pop-up outside Maungaturoto’s Holy Trinity Church. Former MP and London High Commissioner Sir Lockwood Smith hosted the crowds at his Woodleigh

property with his art deco home built in 1947. Gardens ranged from old-established venues such as Totara House at Matakohe, featuring heritage plantings through to subtropical spectacular of Richard and Diana Moore’s garden in Maungaturoto, featured in House and Garden in 2019. “It was a massive success, and I would really like to see it become maybe a bi-annual event,” said Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust chair, Craig Fergus. “We even had someone arrive from London, where they bought their ticket online.” ¢

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The close-knit community of Dargaville has been shocked by the tragic loss of a young mother and early childhood education worker Kelsi Wood, who drowned while saving one of her children from a rip at Baylys Beach.

The much talked about New Conservative political party is coming to the Northern Field Days, and party leader Leighton Baker welcomes you to pop in and see him and the team at site 642.

The mother of three entered the water to rescue her child around 5.45pm on Thursday last week but was herself overcome by the strong currents. A local surfer rallied other beachgoers to rescue Wood, and CPR was administered before ambulance services arrived. Thanks to her actions, her child received only minor injuries. The outpouring of grief has been tangible on social media and around both Dargaville and the small coastal settlement of Baylys Beach. Locals

have eulogised Kelsi Wood as a ‘supermum’ and a positive force in the community. She was a popular presence at Dargaville Kindergarten, where she worked and known to be devoted to her family and friends. A Givealittle page has been established to assist the family through this time and to provide for future education for Kelsi’s three children givealittle.co.nz/cause/ kelsis-givealittle-page. Her funeral and a celebration of her life will be held on Wednesday, February 26.

Mayor’s Memo Kia ora Drought concerns are high on everyone’s minds across Kaipara as the record rainless period extends and the longer term forecast (say, to May) lacks rain to replenish underground aquifers, farm dams and household water tanks. The five municipal water systems of Kaipara District Council are being closely monitored, and we’re confident everyone keeping water wise and holding to the water restrictions will carry us all through. Tank water consumers may be nervously watching tank levels and ordering a delivery from very busy water carriers which may still be weeks away – patience and planning are needed until it’s persisting down with rain again. It may pay to check in with your neighbours – maybe share a water load to help spread costs, get a delivery sooner and spread the water around faster. Whatever your situation, a drought is a serious time and people, animals and the environment are distressed.Take special care at this tricky time. Though it may seem as a community in the north we’re under the pump, each of us has a part to play in planning our water wise way ahead.

Immediately ahead is also the reopening of the two-lane Tomarata bridge in Mangawhai after significant repairs. The community has been very patient during a frustrating period and it’s good to know that the road south from Mangawhai will soon be back to full flow again. That’s pretty much what everyone’s crying out for right now – to be at full flow again, in more ways than one. Keeping patient and prepared while waiting for better times is something Kaipara people are good at, but I reckon soon we’ll be in the swim again. Nga mihi nui

He says that NC is leading the charge in New Zealand to acknowledge and value the contribution that New Zealand farmers make to our economy. He and his compatriots view the current push to limit farm produce and make farmers the scapegoat for climate change is both baseless and foolish. “New Zealand’s farmers produce enough high-quality food to feed 40 million people and they, more than most, understand the importance of looking after the land, which gives them their income. Our current crop of politicians has failed to understand that ruminant animals are not polluters and that if all the plant growth in New Zealand was taken into account, we are probably carbon neutral already.” NC’s Justice policy addresses the cause of crime, not just the outcome. It aims to

provide offenders with the tools to succeed outside of prison as well as holding them to account. No reform, no release. Their family policy looks to reward and incentivise loving, committed relationships, as this is where children thrive. NC’s firearms policy is about repealing the 2019 amendments and having a truly democratic process. “We aim to have the administration of the Arms Act removed from the police and undertaken by a separate entity, much like vehicle licensing. “Finally, our referenda policy looks to make Citizens Initiated Referenda binding on the government when they are supported by 66% of voters. It would enable New Zealanders to hold governments to account between elections, something that we cannot do currently.”

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Mayor Jake PS In other news: I put in a submission to the Racing Industry Bill supporting Dargaville Racing Club’s efforts to keep the value of their assets in the Kaipara if the racecourse is sold; Dome Valley mega-landfill proposal looks like it will be publically-notified in late March; and the Kia Kaha Northland campaign on Facebook and Twitter asking people to “#Back the Big Five” is building momentum.

Coming up ahead is the Northland Field Days, the largest event in Kaipara, a focus for the annual farming calendar and a kind of a watering hole around which much of the community gathers. This year look out for the Kaipara District Council site where there will be information about Growing The Kai in Kaipara. At the same time the Kaipara Kai Hub will be opening in Ruawai, a project that’s been developed with support from the Kaipara Kickstart PGF funding announced a year ago. The drop-in “hub” is located in the centre of Kaipara District and will help us all make the best of the great Kaipara soils and skills, and to grow more kai in Kaipara. Watch this space, transformation ahead!

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School of dance seeks expansion u by Andy Bryenton

King’s School of Dance, now into its 24th year of teaching local dancers the arts of movement and expression, is seeking new premises to upgrade and expand. On Saturday, December 14 2019, 20 students from Kings School of Dance travelled to Auckland to attend the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s last day for their 2019 Hansel and Gretel Ballet production. Before the matinee, the young dancers from the Kaipara were invited to attend the company class, which prepares the dancers for stage performance. These are the kind of opportunities which King’s School of Dance principal Sonja King wants to keep providing for her students, and key to this p King’s School of Dance students were privileged to visit with the Royal New Zealand Ballet late last vision is a new building. year; this year, their mission is to find new and better “We are seeking new premises for the school permanent premises to continue our existing and long-established space are needed to allow the popular classes, with the prospect of offering dance school to flourish. Finding a new additional classes. Dargaville-based, large building, which “The present studio, erected in could be renovated as a long-term dance 1998, was a temporary venue that studio and school is the aim. Once a has exceeded the expectations for the premises is found, funds will be raised type of building it is while supporting to install the necessary accoutrements a professional dance studio.” However, needed to teach students across a higher ceilings, a better floor and more variety of styles. ¢

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER February 25 - 2020

Environmental awards open u by Paul Campbell

The Northland Regional Council is calling for entries in this year’s Environmental Awards to celebrate ‘champions’ who have contributed to enhancing the region’s amenities and way of life. “All across Northland, thousands of people are working to improve our environment, often quietly behind the scenes,” says NRC chair Penny Smart. “The work people are putting in is amazing, and it deserves celebrating. “We want to publicly thank them for joining us in our mission to create a healthy environment, a strong economy and resilient communities. There’s no way we could do what we do without their efforts.” The 2020 awards are designed to recognise and celebrate kaitiakitanga in action. Examples include efforts to get rid of pests so native species can flourish, clearing weeds, planting erosion-prone land, stream banks and wetlands, and sustainability projects in schools. More than 90 nominations were received when the awards were launched last year with eight award categories covering a broad range of environmental enhancement projects and activities. This year’s celebration follows a similar format, covering environmental

action in: • the community • pest management • education • water quality improvement • industry • leadership • innovation, and • kaitiakitanga Entrants are welcome from all sectors including individuals, community groups, schools, tangata whenua, businesses and leaders. Projects, activities and contributions must be located within Northland and demonstrate a significant benefit to the region’s environment. Entries and nominations can be made via nrc.govt.nz/ environmentalawards and further information is available from the council’s marketing and engagement team events@nrc.govt.nz or freephone 0800 002 004. Entries close on Sunday, March 22 2020. Award winners in each category will receive a $1,000 cash prize and a trophy.

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Running through history

Fishing at midnight

u by Andy Bryenton

Keen anglers will be descending on the Kaipara harbour on March 13 for the opportunity to put to sea in the extended hours of the Pahi Boating and Fishing club’s new-look annual fishing contest, with lines legally cast when the clock has just passed midnight to mark the turn to Saturday, March 14.

The Kaiwaka Sports Association’s annual Top of the Rock has announced new routes for 2020, taking in the lakes and valley area around iconic Baldrock Mountain in a year with special historical significance for the area.

p Runners take to the trails in 2019’s Top of the Rock challenge — this year sees new views, new trails and new prizes to be won

The owners of Baldrock Mountain are no longer granting access to the mountain itself, so the KSA have planned an exciting pair of routes for walkers and runners. A 5km and 10km course take in some stunning local scenery with lakes and hillsides, culminating in a view atop the 10km course that’s never been open to the public before, spanning the ocean to the harbour. This year marked the centennial of Jane Mander’s novel about this very part of the country, so those interested in history and literature may very well wish to join the event to see the area described in The Story of a New Zealand River; just another good reason to

join in. Event organisers say they are planning for a record year. “You don’t need to be concerned about your fitness level, as there is no time limit on completing the events. The KSA will have marshals in utes following the tailenders who will give you a ride back if you get tired! Participants of all ages enter Top of the Rock, from preschoolers upwards. There’s even a $50 cash prize for the oldest participant! There will also be a Kids’ Fun Bike Ride for children under 11 years, which is free to enter.” To help plan ahead, there are no entries on the day. Grab an entry form from kaiwakasports.co.nz and enjoy a fun day out with the family. ¢

p The fishing club headquarters for the competition

“It gives competitors the chance to fish for extended hours, instead of the usual 7am start, with the weigh-in cut-off point sharp at 4pm,” said club commodore, Darren Shephard. “It also opens the gateway to our new prize-winning category, which will be an average weight competition involving all three species up for prizes. “The average weight of all snapper, kahawai and gurnard caught carries a $500 prize, as well as other prizes

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Our Northland - Tō Tātou Taitokerau Stories and updates on the great work happening around the region to help our environment, economy and people thrive. Brought to you by Northland Regional Council.

Aquatic life under pressure in the big dry With rivers and streams around Te Taitokerau dwindling to record lows, what does the big dry mean for our region’s freshwater ecosystems? The council’s science manager explains. Northland is in the grip of a major drought that’s having a huge impact on the wellbeing of our communities, our agriculture and wider economy. Another major impact of drought is what’s happening in our aquatic ecosystems. “Current extreme low flows, high temperatures and long daylight hours are putting Northland’s streams under real pressure,” says Northland Regional Council’s science team manager JeanCharles Perquin. “We’ve had a huge deficit in rainfall for many months. With these conditions, and with no rain some fish deaths in this kind of stressful to flush our waterways clean, we’re seeing an upsurge in algal blooms throughout our region’s environment.” rivers, streams and lakes.” Another issue is water temperature – warm Algal blooms aren’t just unsightly. The algae can stream temperatures stress most aquatic develop into large, smothering mats, and blooms organisms and can be lethal, particularly to sensitive aquatic insects and fish. can wreak havoc on oxygen levels in the water.

He says that the council’s growing restrictions on water takes are aimed at retaining as much water in streams as possible to reduce impacts on aquatic life, while at the same time providing for the needs of people.

“These aquatic ecosystems have coped with droughts in the past, and most waterbodies and “Algal blooms increase day-night fluctuations of “Our monitoring data has shown temperatures at fish populations will likely recover. the amount of oxygen in the water, spiking in the some of our sites are currently regularly peaking day and dropping overnight, and we’re currently in the mid-twenties during the day, which will be “It’s another reason we all need to do our bit to conserve water and get through this drought in really putting aquatic life under pressure.” seeing more of this at our river monitoring the best shape possible.” sites,” says Jean-Charles. Anyone using swimming holes to wash during “Oxygen depletion can be lethal to fish and aquatic insects – it’s not unusual to see

the dry spell should leave the soaps and shampoos as home as they contaminate water, creating more problems for aquatic life.

WHAT’S THAT IN THE WATER? It’s algae, and it’s a common feature in waterways as temperatures rise and water levels drop. Algal blooms may look nasty but they’re a natural occurrence and most aren’t a risk to human health. The one to be careful of is cyanobacteria, commonly known as blue-green algae. Many cyanobacteria strains can produce toxins that are a health risk to both humans and animals. Broken down algae accumulating on the edges of the Opouteke River

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NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS Stihl’s voltage boost takes charge u by Andy Bryenton

Electric outdoor power has taken a bold new step for 2020, with market innovators Stihl unleashing a range of new electric options for consumers. At the same time, their existing electric products have garnered some top accolades as well, with their electric lawnmower winning the coveted Consumer NZ top brand award. Electricity comes to small and precise garden tasks with a new set of tools every suburban gardener will want to add to their tool kit. The Stihl HSA 26 Shrub Shears look like oversized shearing clippers and are designed to make shaping hedges and shrubs easy and fun. If you have ever wanted topiary gardens like those seen on Downton Abbey, these compact shears can make it possible, as well as being handy to tidy up rough edges. Also brand new is a clever little pruner, the GTA 26. This device is a tiny chainsaw, which replaces loppers and secateurs, great for those who struggle bringing power to bear on heavy tools with their hands and fingers. One pull of the trigger and twigs and branches are chopped off neat and smooth. A step up in size and the news is extremely good for those who have

invested in Stihl’s combi system, which powered several ‘heads’ including edge trimmers, pruning saws and line trimmers from a single modular engine. Now the combi system concept has come to the electric range, with not just a selection of tools to tackle jobs high and low around the yard, but also a selection of battery options. Customers can now choose a hedge trimmer or pole pruner (to name but two), and team it up with a conventional battery or extended-use systems like a battery belt, or a battery backpack, which can keep you out in the field for hours between charges. Add these new innovations to new advancements in chainsaw technology, water blasters and more, and there’s plenty to come and try when Stihl bring their range to the Northland Field Days this March. If it’s just too long to wait, however, many of these cutting edge new products

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February 25 - 2020 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

2020 NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS SITE MAP NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS 2020 – MAP & SITE LISTINGS ) (this map is current as at 28 January 2020 – it is not to scale and is subject to change

Dargaville

Whangarei

Emergency/ Evacuation Gate

Start/Finish

LOGGER SPORTS

TRACTOR PULL

Parking

11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39

41 43 Beer 45 Tent 47 49 51 53 55 57

Disabled Parking

60 62 64 66 68 70 72 74 76 78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94

96 98 100 102 104 106 108 110 112

81 83 85 87 89 91 93 134 136 138 140 142 144 146

148 150 152 154 156 158 160 162 164

ENVIRONMENTAL FERTILISERS TRACK 117 119 121 123 125 127 129 131 133 135 137 139 141 143 145 166

168 170 172 174 176 178 180 182 184 186 188 190 192 194

Car Park Entry/Exit

171 173 175 177 179 181183 185 187 216

225

229 231 233 235

296

294

265 267 269 271 273

Lifestyle Pavilion 1 Lifestyle Pavilion 2 Lifestyle Pavilion 3

259 261

263

TOTALSPAN WAY

298 300 302 304 306 308

Exhibitors Car Park No.2

Stronghold Cutting Horse Demo

Exhibitors Vehicle Exit

Gates B & C

(Portaloos are also placed all around the outer perimeter of the event site)

Food Court 2

Disabled Toilet First Aid

FORD GO FURTHER

Danger! NO ENTRY

195 197 199 201 203 205 207 209 211

Food & Beverages

238 240 242 244 246 248 250 252 254

Attractions/Entertainment

TOKOROA ROAD 237 239 241 243 245 247 249 251 253

Northland Field Days Office

276 278 280 282 284 286 288 HONDA HIGHWAY

275 277 279 281 283 285 287 289 310 312 314 316 318 320 322 324 NEWLOVE ROAD

Food 309 311 313 315317 319 321 323 Food Court 2 Entertainment Court 3 Area 340 342 344 346 348 350 352 354

ROWLAND ROAD

339 341 343 Isuzu D‐Max Sheep Dog Trials 364 366 368 DAVE PHILLIPS MEMORIAL DRIVE EXHIBITOR CAR PARK NO.1

GILLATT LANE

Public Car Park

297

YAMAHA WAY

Market 303 305 307 Area

Permanent Toilet Blocks

196 198 200 202 204 206

FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE ROAD

256 258 260 262264 266 268270 272 274 Committee and Rotary Parking

147 149 151 153 155 157

THE GALLAGHER WAY 217 219 221 223

Public Car Park

189 191 193

218 220 222 224226 228 230 232 234

Gate A Disabled Carpark

187c

BALLANCE AGRI‐NUTRIENTS ROAD

BERTOLINI BOULEVARD

Ticket Booths LELY WAY

116 118 120 122 124

Food Court 1

Rural Pavilion 1

95 97 99 101 103 105 107 109 111 FARMLANDS ROAD

114

Rural Pavilion 2

Pedestrian Site Entry/Exit

NORWOOD ROAD

POWER FARMING NORTHLAND PLACE 61 63 65 67 69 71

Pedestrian Access from Car Park to Site

Start/Finish

WELLS ROAD

CERVUS EQUIPMENT LANE

What all the symbols mean on this map:

Demonstration Area

Helicopter Rides *Correct at time of print

OUTDOOR EXHIBITORS Company Site No. 5 Star Kennels 179 A – Bespoke Piece 304a Absolute Concrete Ltd 174 Active VMA 081a Adjusta Mattress New Zealand 269 Advance Build 122,124 Advance Dairy and Pump 081B AdvanceQuip 139 Advantage Feeders Ltd 250 AFFCO NZ Limited 284 Ag Machinery Specialists Ltd 090 Agmax/Nitrosol 100 Agricom 179 Agricom 238 Agrifert 204 Agriline Ltd 140,142 AgriSea NZ Seaweed Ltd 229 Agritrade / Vetmed 179 Ag-Tech Industries 262A Ali Arc Industries Ltd 196 American Retro Furniture 304a

ANZ Bank 223,225A Aon 157b Aqua Treatment 158 Aquaspec 179 ARB 273 ARB Advanced Equipment 196 ASB Bank Ltd 205 Avoca Lime Company 207 B – BA Pumps and Sprayers 147 Ballance Agri-Nutrients 193 Bay Audiology 304b Bell-Booth Ltd 226 Bidr 179 BioAg Ltd 241 BNZ 180B Bonza - Bananas of NZ Aotearoa 151 Branson 078 Bridgestone NZ Limited 087 Bryant Tractors & Renton Motors 065, 067, 118, 120 Buckton 095 Buildlink 172 C – CAL Isuzu 117

Northland Field Days Site 281, 283

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Camkiwi 303b Can-Am BRP 280,282 Carters 137 C-Dax Ltd 221 Cervus Equipment 037,39,92,94 Chelle’ Chalets 136b CHH Plywood 137 CHH Timber 137 Chillerman 247b Claas Harvest Centre Northland 027, 29, 82, 84 Combi Clamp Ltd 175 Compass Trailers 003 Container Space NZ Limited 268 Continental Tyres 178 Corkill Systems Ltd 247a Corson Maize 179 Croplands Equipment Ltd 154 Crystalyx 233A D – D & A Wordsworth Contracting/Grainco Northland (2005) Ltd 116 DairyNZ 187c Dargaville Ford 196,198,200 Datamars 137

Datamars 179 Datamars NZ 133 Davis Electrical & Solar 123A DC Cartage Ltd 168B Deutz Australia 021 Devan Plastics Limited 209 Diesel Performance Solutions North 131 Donaghys 238 DTS Limited 157a E – Ensol 202 Environmental Fertilisers Limited 145 Eurocomach 080 F – Family Finance 158b Farmlands Co-operative Society Limited 195,238,240A Farmquip 199 Farmshop 2017 Ltd 62,64,66,68,70 Federated Farmers Northland 149 FEK Equipment Ltd 173a FencePro Postdrivers 143 FenceQuip Ltd 173b First Gas Ltd 129b First National Roper & Jones 235

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NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS 2020 – MAP & SITE LISTINGS Floorwise Northland 271 FMG 192 Fonterra 237,239,276,278 Ford Tools Ltd 196 Forward Farming Consultancy Ltd 206a Future Posts 137 G – G.J.Gardner Homes 125 Gallagher 228 Gas and Tyre 201 GEA | FIL 233b Genesis Energy 162B Genetic Technologies Ltd 182 Giltrap Engineering Ltd 041, 096 Godfrey’s Chainsaws and Mowers 231,270 Grain Corp Feeds 179 Grasshopper ZTR Mowers 259 Great Lake Motor Distributors 310,312,314 GreenWood 279 GSA Traders NZ Pty Ltd 141a Gunson McLean Ltd 190a H – Habipax Industries 2018 Limited 206b HALO Systems 216 Hansen Products 224 Helinorth 166,168 Hino Distributors 085 Hisun Motors New Zealand 266 Honda Marine Dargaville LTD 285,287 Honda Motorbikes 275 Hunting & Fishing Dargaville 244 Husqvarna NZ 176 Hustler 083 Hydraulink 171 Hynds Pipe Systems 138 I – I Have a Dream Charitable Trust 125 Internship Program Northland 149 Iplex Pipelines 197 Isuzu Utes New Zealand 194 J – James Engineering Ltd 061 K – Kamo Mowers & Chainsaws 083 Kawasaki NZ 281,283 Keith Andrews Trucks 101, 103 Kinghitter 072 King’s College 190b

Kiwi Coast 162A Kiwi Sheds Northland Ltd 183 Kiwiland New Zealand Ltd 298 Kyne Equipment 102a L – Levno 123b LIC 134a Lions Club 157b M – Mac Ute Accessories 196 Maxcare 179 Maxxis 4WD Tyres 178 McIntosh Bros Engineers Ltd 061, 114 Melanoma New Zealand 149 Milk Bar 243b MIMICO 097 Ministry for Primary Industries - Te Uru Rakau 185B Mobicomm Ltd 127b Model Barn Ltd 297b N – Nevada NZ 246 New Zealand Transport Agency 134b Newstyle Direct 135 Norman Kitchen Design Ltd 272b North Country Grains Ltd 277a Northern Region Young Farmers 155 Northfuels 203 Northland Farm Services Ltd 151,153 Northland Farm Water Solutions Ltd 252 Northland Forest Managers (1995) Ltd 180a Northland Kia 189 Northland Motor Sports Ltd 196 Northland Powersports 260 Northland Regional Council 251, 253 Northpower 218 NorthTec 254 Norwood Northland 148, 150, 152 NRM 238 Nufarm 238 Nutrinza Limited 243a Nutritech International 285 O – Ombro Leather Goods 129a OMC Power Equipment 071 Origin Ag 065 Orion Agriscience 238

P – P&F Global 137 Paslode 137 Paslode 179 PGG Wrightson Ltd 177,179,220,222 PGW Grain 179 PGW Real Estate 179 PGW Seeds 179 Pinto Trailers 181 Plasma Biotec Solutions Ltd 249a Porter Equipment Ltd 098 Power Farming Northland 089 Power Farming Wholesale Ltd 091, 93, 144 & 146 PPP Industries Ltd 248 Pro Med 306A Prolan 141b Promax 238 Promax Plastics 238 Q – Quadbar NZ 240B R – Rabobank NZ Ltd 188 Rad Marine 262b Rata Industries 179 Ravensdown Limited 217, 219 Read Milking Systems 156b Recharge Battery Additive 277b Rhino Rack 273 Riding for the Disabled Whangarei 245 Ringrose Stockfoods Ltd 285 Robotech Contractors Ltd 099 Rotowiper Ltd 069 Rouse Motorcycles 256, 258 Rugged Valley New Zealand Limited 263a Rural Support Trust 149 S – Sarah’s Solutions 305b Savebarn 164 Shaw Diesels Ltd 021 Sheds4U Ltd 272a Silver Fern Farms 187 Slopemowing Ltd 305a Smart Water & Irrigation Ltd 211B Stay Well NZ 188 Steel & Tube 137 Stiga 083

Stock Ezy 158B Stockade 137 Stop Digging Northland Ltd 119B Strainrite Fencing Systems 242 Stroke Foundation NZ 230 Stronghold Trading Ltd 232 Stuart Donaldson 196 Suzuki New Zealand Limited 264 T – Taege Engineering 074 Te Pari Products Ltd 186 Te Uri o Hau Tangata Development Ltd 237 TEAM Vegetation 060 TechniPharm Group of Companies 127a The Wrangler Ltd 249b Tiaho Trust 279 Tokoroa Engineering 245 Topuni Timber 137 Topuni Timber 179 Totalspan Northland 274 Transport and Marine Ltd 288B Treewise Northland 121 Tristram SKODA and Tristram MG 316,318 Trueform Products Limited 307 Tulloch Farm Machines 086 U – UDC Finance Ltd 196 Union Car Spares ARB Northern 273 V – Vcon 076 Versatile 231 VP Maxx 238 Vredestein Tyres 178 W – Wade Concrete Products Ltd 184 Walkers Mowers Ltd 088 Waterﬂow NZ Ltd 261 Watertech Plus 185A Westpac NZ 191 Whangarei A&P Farming 149 Williams Engineering 252 Wilson Training Centre 102B, 104A Wood Products NZ (2019) Ltd 303A Workbridge 304b Wurth NZ 156a Y – Yamaha Motor New Zealand Ltd 306a, 308

*Correct at time of print

INDOOR PAVILION EXHIBITORS LIFESTYLE PAVILION 1 Aqua Promotions Ltd

872

Carpet Mill

871,873

Eden Juice Ltd

904

NZ Tamarillo Cooperative Ltd

Emuology Canterbury

907

Oxley`s Furniture NZ

Filters and Fountains Ltd

908

S J D Enterprises

Heatsavers Wall Insulation

892

Triton Hearing

906

True You Wellness

905

Tui Chiropractic

916

Z Vise

931

Dinerite Cookware

869

Huanui College

Duzz-All Beeswax

879

Name Art

Ebenz Electric Bikes

881

Plus 2wp Ltd

ENJO

864

Prestige Business Solutions

Gateplates & Signs Ltd

866,868

Kaipara Nectar

862

NZ Fudge Farm

861

Peppermint & Pipi

874 176Tai TURIWIRI $220,000 QRC TokerauWEST RD, DARGAVILLE 875

891,893,895

Ria’s Natural Health Soap

884

4 u Ltd

Seventh day Adventist Church Dargaville 903

901,

A J Productions Ltd

621

Cooper’s Strip Club

606,607

Shuzi NZ Ltd

889

3637 POUTO RD Sweet Temptations

870

Vegepod

865

WOHC

The Rocking Horse Place

867

ZeroPak

Thermomix

870

LIFESTYLE PAVILION 3

Urban Adventure NZ Limited 883 TURIWIRI TREAT • 2 bedroom • Open plan living Villa Italia Ltd 863 • 1 bathroom shower/vanity • Single garage • FunctionalBoys’ kitchenHigh School Whangarei 882

Celestial Wines

Complete Home Solutions 2018 Limited 3 SPRING ST, DARGAVILLE 887

Coprice

886 900, 902 913,915,917

Dargaville Chiropractic 914 LIFESTYLE WITH VIEWS..RJS3573 Immaculately presented 2006 build with spacious living 923 area & Electoral Commission

624

Mighty Mix Dog Food

613

Nutritional Ltd 623 YOU LITTLEServices BEAUTY ThisRPM cosy 3Group bedroom features 2 doubles and a single, open610

N.W. Voice forRD, LifeDONNELLYS CROSSING 290 MANGATU

Trapinator 4 PARK ROAD, DARGAVILLE Wave Refrigeration Limited

New Zealand First

925 $184,000 910

608, 609

Homeopathic Farm Services Ltd

894

909,911

615

Gilmore Taylor Associates

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB IDRegions RJS3698 The

Jennian Homes

604,605

Financial Design Group Ltd

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB RJS3573 MetroIDDirect Whangarei 924,926

885, $415,000

611

$170,000 616

Fertco 2016 Ltd

877

LIFESTYLE PAVILION 2 021 943 900 RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob WEB ID RJS3700

896, 898

Better Living NZ

617

$370,000 48 BOWEN ST, DARGAVILLE 890 Cridge Seeds Ltd

open plan dining. Three good size bedrooms with an Four Seasons Gutter Protection 920, additional studio attached. Excellent sheds & three bay 922 implement shed with a storage container. Multi faceted Jean Johnson Realty LTD property with stunning views of the Kaipara Harbour. 929

Subject to boundary adjustment being completed - 2170sqm.

ZOOM Pharmacy Ltdp/w Currently rented $210

918 928,930,932

RURAL PAVILION 1

Splashy Rainwear

878, 880, 612

912

888

Sarahlee Studio

TV SHOP

927 919,921

plan living, modern bathroom, under floor insulation, polished SmartShelters floors in the kitchen plus a North facing deck. There618,619 is also a single garage, the flat section is fully fenced and the water StaffSafe 625 feature stays too, don’t miss the boat!

Teletrac Navman

622

RURAL PAVILION 2 AES Septic Systems 652 Alpine Buildings NZ Ltd 650 CRV Ambreed 637, 638 Essential Insurances Ltd 640 FarmIQ 647 Farmshed Labs Ltd 654 G and A Construction Ltd 639 Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga 656 Kaipara District Council 646 Key Industries 649 New Conservative 642 Numat 648 OSPRI 657,658 30 EDWARD ST,Humates DARGAVILLE $399,000 + GST if any Southern 641 Totalfert 655 Trustees Executors Limited 636 Ultra Fine Lime 635 MARKET AREA Concrete Garden Ornaments

zoned land with the vendor happy to lease back or move on. Wear it Loud! Land isLet’s in 3 main paddocks, plus there is an office, a couple of703 large sheds with 3 phase power plus is on town supply water704 Lotza Hatz with good fencing.

Quality Wholesale Imports Ltd

614

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB The ID RJC3695 Sweet Stuff New Zealand

620 $330,000

TwiceREQUIRED Round TheURGENTLY Block LISTINGS

602,603

708

Garden Friends 701 INDUSTRIAL LAND IN TOWN - 9 ACRES Clothing 705,706 Here isHigh your Voltage opportunity to purchase 3.713ha of industrial

709 702 710

Wild West Worcester Ltd

707

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Wool shed conversion has been an on going project. The house is open plan with 2 bedrooms with exterior ply. House has power, a sky dish & calafont to heat the water. Full lock up shed for all your storage. All this on 2.3ha’s approx, only one paddock, fully fenced with a road boundary. Property not permitted. MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3657

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BIG OPPORTUNITIES, BIG RESPONSIBILITIES

WE MUST GET IT RIGHT

Five massive infrastructure projects could be a game-changer for Northland’s future so it’s critical that they’re done right says Northland Regional Council. It’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity for our region, and it’s vital that any development is carefully woven together with the needs of our region’s environment and people. The government has announced funding fourlaning of State Highway One from Whangārei to Marsden Pt, and improvements to the region’s rail link. Additionally, expansion of Northport as Auckland’s port closes, relocation of the naval base from Devonport, and a dry dock to enable large ship repairs have been proposed.

The council is in a unique position as an environmental regulator and a majority shareholder in Marsden Maritime Holdings which has stakeholdings in Northport, so it’s important to preserve that integrity. As a region, we’re looking at some very complex issues and there’s lots we don’t yet know. What we do know is that development must be sustainable, well-planned and, along with our economic and environmental wellbeing, must also consider social and cultural factors.

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Environmental Champions Entries are now open for Northland Regional Council’s Whakamānawa ā Taiao Environmental Awards 2020, recognising and celebrating kaitiakitanga in action. Enter by Sunday 22 March! www.nrc.govt.nz/environmentalawards

It’s not an either-or situation, but rather a melding of these four vital well-beings. What’s best for Te Taitokerau as a whole – both the region and its people – is what matters most.

Boost for regional water storage project As we grapple with record dry conditions, last month’s Government announcement of a $12 million boost for Northland’s water storage and use project is good news for our future. We generally get plenty of rain in Northland, but not always at the right time. Capturing and storing water for use when needed will bring benefits from climate change resilience to economic opportunities for our communities.

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The project will see a series of small-scale reservoirs be built in the mid-North and Kaipara districts. While primarily designed to support horticulture, the scheme could also assist existing municipal water supplies. Find out more www.nrc.govt.nz/waterstorage

We’re currently asking for public feedback on our annual plan and our user fees and charges. Changes are needed to keep up the momentum and gear up for change ahead, but first we want to hear from you! Feedback is open until 27 March 2020. Find out more www.nrc.govt.nz/annualplan2020

Contact your local councillor at www.nrc.govt.nz/councillors

Keeping watch over the harbour Kaipara harbour warden Des Subritzky has protected and watched over the area and its people for over 40 years. We’d like to extend our thanks and appreciation to all our past and present harbour wardens for their commitment to ensuring everybody gets the opportunity to enjoy water activities safely. Read more at www.nrc.govt.nz/our-northland

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Those of us of a certain generation will remember the words to that famous anthem by The Who, in which the new boss is hailed as being the same as the old one. Honda seems to have no regard for classic rock lyrics, however, as their new range of TRX quad bikes in the mid-500cc band make up new rules entirely. There are three new TRX 520s to choose from. All of them benefit from the addition of a more powerful, 518cc motor, which has been ECU mapped for ample bottom-end torque and pulling power. It means crisper acceleration and more grunt when it comes time to tackle tough terrain. The new TRX switches from 2wd to 4wd with the flick of a switch, with a locking front diff to stomp through mud and gravel with ease. When it’s time to tow, you’ll find the whole process made more comfortable with the tow hitch now attached to the machine’s swingarm, allowing a trailer to follow the contours of the land more effectively. That’s all stock standard on the hardy little TRX 520 FA2, the no-frills and no-nonsense entrance level model of the range. Boost up to the FM6, and there’s more in store, with power steering delivering a smoother day in the saddle for those who require a hard-working farm quad

that’s also easy on the operator. The jewel in the crown of the new 520s is the FA6 model, which benefits from a feature only previously standard on the top sports cars out of Europe. Equipped with a dual-clutch gearbox and

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Teaming up to help seniors Mangawhai’s Te Whai Community Trust has been fulfilling their vision as a free in-home volunteer-based service since their official launch in 2019, following on from the other valuable community work the trust has undertaken since 2015. Now they are seeking volunteers and joining in an information evening on senior citizen’s issues.

Sages volunteers provide companionship, advocacy and support for local seniors in the Mangawhai area. A mission statement that has seen them work closely with many other organisations in the Mangawhai area and beyond. This week, Sages organisers are hosting an open day to attract even more volunteers, on Thursday, February 27 from 10.30am to 11.30am at the Pioneer Village schoolhouse. Those involved with the programme already say it is a rewarding experience: “Ask us what it’s like to be a part of a growing organisation that offers companionship and kindness to seniors and families with young children. We’re open to hearing any other ways you might like to help too!”

In the near future, the Te Whai Community Trust will join forces with Te Uri O Hau, Tangata Development Ltd and Otamatea community services to present an Elders Wellbeing Workshop, on March 28 at the Mangawhai Club from 10am. “Guest speakers Julie Mulligan (Age Concern Whangarei) and Marilyn Brooks (Public Trust) will touch on some sensitive topics such as elder risk and exposure as well as some key information regarding Enduring Powers of Attorney for Property and Personal Care, and Welfare,” said the trust. Due to limited spaces, they ask that those who wish to attend RSVP by the end of February to ataylor@uriohau. co.nz or call 0800 438 894 between 8am–4pm Monday to Friday. ¢

Empowering engineers of tomorrow u by Andy Bryenton

Northpower is teaming up with Dargaville Intermediate School to host an interschool competition promoting science and engineering for young people. While Whangarei students enter 2020’s Nor thpower EPro8 Challenge at Whangarei Intermediate, those closer to home will accept the challenge in Dargaville. Twenty-five Northland Schools will send 70 teams from years five to eight on February 25 to 28 to undertake a range of engineeringbased challenges. With the top teams from each event making the grade for a Northland grand final. To keep the competition hot, and assure that the solutions young scientists and engineers come up with are spontaneous, the actual challenges teams will be undertaking is a secret until the event. Some past examples include a building a construction crane or a rover to explore the surface of Mars, or calculating how many balloons it would take to lift a human body into the air. It is the first time that a Kaipara school has hosted an event of this kind. Each team is based at a workstation containing equipment that is designed and 3D printed specifically for the Northpower EPro8 Challenge, which has been organised and overseen by Wellington engineer Kelvin Thiele. Kelvin says it is incredibly rewarding seeing what the teams achieve. “Schools

are seeing just how important it is to have children involved in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and the children can’t get enough of the event. I love it when you tell the teams what the challenges will be — half of the teams look excited, and half look scared. By the end of the event they have all achieved something very impressive,” he says. It’s a way of making these important subjects interactive and fun, fostering the kind of thinking that will serve New Zealand well in a future where technological change is sure to be fast-paced. Further information and a schedule of the 2020 events at epro8challenge.co.nz. ¢

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Jay says that there are very few jobs he can’t handle, with his varied and practical background in welding and fabrication. His premises in Beach Road, Dargaville, puts him at the heart of the town’s industrial area, and he’s opening the doors with an open invitation to all those who have projects on the go that need metalworking skills applied. When it comes to rolling stock, Jay has the ability to work with large trucks and trailers, which need welding or repairs to get up to certification standard. It is a vital service in the west Kaipara, where many of our primary industries rely on road freight to move vast amounts of raw materials to where they need to go. The ability to weld and fabricate with both steel and aluminium comes in handy when, for example, both a boat and trailer need an upgrade to be ‘ship-shape’. “No matter what the job, come in and let’s talk it through. Nothing’s too big or small, and I’ll find an answer that will get the job done right!”

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the lower dam an we got those two big house tanks, so not too much of a wurry here atta farm. Maybe we shud do a cupla day trips an’ come home here ter dinna and sleep.” Boss nodded his head an said that sounded like a good idea. Mine you readas, I’m pritty shure that Sharlene will be doin; the drivin’ ofa ute when they come home. Because Boss like’s ter spind most ofa Feel Daze ina bear tent with his farmin’ mates, talking about the whether ana’ sale prices an’ that stuff. Corse, Sharlene will probly be doing alla stalls and maybe tha shops in town too. “Acterly,” seda Boss then, ”I gonna hava good look at wot they got planned for that munny we got from Shame Jones, an’ old Winnie, ter get some decent water storige going. They shud have sum blokes from tha reginal kouncil ter have a look at a few ideas.” “Yes indeedy,” sed Sharlene. “We might get sum munny to dam up that big gully were that waterfall comin off tha rocks ata bushline on tha back forty paddick.” “Yes, yes deah?,“ Boss prict up his ears. “Now, tell yer wot, you grab that fone of yors with the camera, an’ we’ll

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65 Extreme irrational fear (6) 66 By mouth (6) 67 Betrayal (9) 72 Darkness (5-4) 73 Freight (5) 74 Swiss cheese (7) 79 First showing (8) 80 Disbelieving (11) 81 Underneath (5) 82 Claw (5) 83 Mild, ineffective punishment (4,2,3,5) 84 Smell (5) DOWN 2 Airstrip (6) 3 Yell (5) 5 Foot part (4) 6 Triumphantly joyful (7) 7 Objective (6) 8 Consumes (4) 9 Likely (8) 10 Stretch out, extend (6) 11 An antibiotic (10) 12 Elliptical (4) 13 Countersign (7) 17 Armistice (5) 18 Rules of personal conduct (10) 22 Fly rapidly downwards (5) 23 Habitual sleeplessness (8) 25 Upset, unsettle (7) 26 Ore tester (7) 28 Austrian composer (6)

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57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps – Mondays 6.30–9.00pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years. For more info contact Gordon on 021 262 0547. Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert – 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. Alcoholics Anonymous – If you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop maybe we can help. Regular Weekly meetings in Dargaville. Phone 09 439 5248 or 0800 228 6757. Arapohue Tennis Club – Social tennis Mon nights 6.15pm-Dark. Courts at Mititai Road, Arapohue A&P Showgrounds. Come along & join in. Enquiries Ph 09 439 2512 or 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. 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 Production Stockcar Club – racing the 1st March 12.30pm start CTRA NZ ltd and NI c grade titles Dargaville Aero Club – Learn to fly, free of tuition charges. Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork, Contact Peter phone 09 439 1628 for further information. Dargaville Bridge Club – Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Memorial Park, Logan Street. Call Peter 022 405 6439. Dargaville Cancer Support Group – Third Tuesday of the month at 1pm at the Kaipara Community Health Centre conference room. Contact Ken 09 439 4452. Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau – 37 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville open weekdays 10am to 1pm. Ph 09 439 6100 email dargaville@cab.org.nz. Dargaville Girls Brigade – For girls 5–15 yrs.

Thursdays after school 3–5pm, held at Baptist Church, Victoria St, Dargaville. Call Pauline 021 263 7446. Dargaville Healing Rooms – 7pm-8.30pm. Tuesdays at the Lion of Judah Building, River Road, Dargaville. All Welcome. Free. No appointment necessary. Visit Dargaville Healing Rooms on Facebook. Dargaville Militaria Collectors Club – Lions Club Hall Hokianga Road, opposite old Post Office, at 7.30pm. For more information, phone secretary Mike, 09 439 8800. Dargaville Quilters – Meet third Tuesday of the month 10am–2pm, 43 Tirarau Street, Dargaville (old CMA building). New members welcome. Phone 09 439 1598. Dargaville Scout Group – For boys and girls aged 6–99 years at 23 Onslow Street. All info on door or phone Dianne on 09 283 2006. Dargaville Senior Net – Open Day on the third Monday of the month at 1pm. All welcome Contact Dot 09 439 1711 or Heather 09 439 4452. Dargaville Women’s Club – Meet third Thursday of every month 10am at Memorial Park Kiosk. New members welcome, phone Marilyn 09 439 6648. Justices of the Peace Signing Desk – Justices of the Peace will be available on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Whanau Focus Centre, Victoria Street from 11am–1pm call 09 439 7009. Kaipara Grey Power – Every third Friday of the month at 1pm. Dargaville Methodist Church. More info call June 09 439 1736. 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 Ukulele Orchestra – Wednesdays 6–7pm New members are welcome - either expert or beginners. Phone Sharon on 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634. Kumarani Productions – Tuesdays 6–7.30pm Youth class. Tuesdays 8–9.30pm Fire Jam. Thursday 10.30–noon under 5s movement & balance class. Thursday 4–-5.30pm performance youth group. 15 Onslow Street. Call 09 439 5152. Leisure Marching – Dargaville Town Hall, Tuesday

3.45–4.45pm anyone interested phone Elizabeth 027 283 1280. 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 phone 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 first Thursday of the month at 7pm at the Lions Centre, Hokianga Road. Northern Wairoa Young Farmers – meet second Thursday of every month, for more information check out our Facebook page. Northland Kenpo Karate – Self Defence School. Adults and children. Phone Ron on 021 567 607. NWMRSA Variety Music Club – Meet 2nd Sunday of every month at RSA club rooms, 12-4pm, gold coin donation appreciated. Phone 09 439 8164 after 11.45am for courtesy van pick up. 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. Parkinson’s Dargaville Support Group – February 13, St John Hall Normanby Street. 10am–noon. All Welcome. Barbara Leslie Phone 027 530 6221. Petanque – Mondays at 10am at the Sports Complex. Phone 09 439 7798. Squash Club Night – Wednesday nights from 6pm at Dargaville Squash Club. Contact Nick Bishop 027 555 2098. Stitches and Craft – 5 Cranley Street, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details. The Dargaville Menz Shed – Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week 10am–3pm. New members welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685. Wednesday Crafts – Every Wednesday 10am to noon at the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) on Tirarau Street. Morning tea and lunch served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session. Contact Judy 439 4605 or Linda 439 5264.

Ruawai

Ruawai Lions Club – Annual Charity Auction March 15, 10am at Kaipara Kumara forecourt. More

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Matakohe

Rintoul Collection — A new exhibition of Maori taonga from the Rintoul Collection at The Kauri Museum, Church Street Matakohe phone 09 431 7417.

Maungaturoto

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

Kaiwaka

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

Mangawhai

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

Markets

Dargaville Riverside Market – Corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays noon–4pm, phone 021 549 427 or see us on Facebook. Mangawhai Village Market – Every Saturday by the Village Hall, 9am–1pm. Contact Marita for details 021 598 917. Dargaville Monthly Market – 1st Saturday of the month, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Dargaville Town Hall. $5 per table — book now 09 439 7243. Kaihu Hall Market – Saturday, February 29 at 10am–1pm stalls available, all enquiries to Melissa on ph 027 329 7234. Paparoa Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday 9am– noon on the village green, Paparoa. Contact 027 475 4490. Ruawai Market Day – Fourth Sunday of the month. Ruawai Four Square car park 9am to 1pm. Contact Cathryn text 022 631 0644. Te Kopuru Market – 1st Sunday of the month starting in February 2020, 9am to noon, Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Ivy Vincent 09 439 1852.

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

Kirstin Lawson – 021 983 565

MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are the

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inc GST

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February 25 - 2020

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

AUCTION

5071 State Highway 12 Ruawai • 4 BRM 2 BATH 1980’S BRICK & TILE • 1.7520 HA, GREAT HOBBY FARM AUCTION ONSITE THURSDAY 19 MARCH 1 PM (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR) LAST OPEN HOME: • SATURDAY 14 MAR 1.00 - 2.00 PM Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

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Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the March 3 2020 edition is Monday 2 March 2020

For Sale

Trades & Services

Work Wanted

Situations Vacant

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

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

CLOVER HAY, conventional bales $12, Ruawai. Phone 021 156 1227.

NEW BUILD to Renovations/Maintenance. Anything from decks to renovation through to home builds. Qualified builder returned home from Auckland. Call John 021 0819 3758.

VERSATILE HANDYMAN service for light construction. Decks, concrete, paving, digger work, tanks, plastering, painting, maintenance & repairs. Please phone for free quote 021 143 1494.

HELP WANTED - immediate start. Experienced fitterwelder/general welder for busy Dargaville workshop. Must have full clean drivers license - CV to Baty Thomas Engineering, c/o PO Box 313 Dargaville.

FANNONS FOR Menswear. 52 Victoria Street Dargaville. Weekdays 7.30am–4.00pm. Saturdays 8.30am–12.30pm. Phone 09 439 8946. GOLF CART, Yamaha, top condition. Batteries four years old - excellent, $5,750. Phone 027 493 0054. LANDROVER FREELANDER 2001, auto, leather interior, two door. Rego on hold, drives but low compression, $600 ONO. Phone 020 4091 8732. SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara - car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573. TOP SOIL, top quality, $75 per m3 onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

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

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 - Window & Door Services Ltd.

Garage Sales GARAGE SALE 34 West Coast Road Te Kopuru, from 10 am Saturday 29th February.

SAFETY FIRST ON THE FARM

JUNIOR ADMINISTRATION/ACCOUNTS manager. Wanted: an accounts and administration superstar at an engineering and engineering supplies store in Dargaville. Contact details: Trademe job listing #2542944735. Phone 09 439 7335. Email farmas@xtra.co.nz. Farrand & Mason Ltd.

WATCH BATTERIES fitted from $10, in most cases while you wait. Les, 022 342 8183. WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window and Door Services Ltd.

Be water wise this summer

SUPPORT CARER, mother of 29 year old epileptic young man, needs casual half & whole day support. Dargaville area. 021 899 993.

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

WAITING STAFF/KITCHEN Hand wanted for customer service, till operation, dishwashing and delivery. Contact Manoj 021 0264 3557 - Shiraz Dargaville.

ARAPOHUE SCHOOL Board of Trustees

LARGE ELECTRIC or motor driven concrete mixer wanted. Anything considered. Phone 09 439 4034.

Casual Vacancy for an elected trustee. A casual vacancy has occurred on the board of trustees for an elected parent representative. The board has resolved under section 105 of the Education Act 1989 to fill the vacancy by selection. If ten percent or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the board, within 28 days of this notice being published, to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held. Any eligible voter who wishes to ask the board to hold a by-election should write to:

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

Chairperson Board of Trustees Arapohue School 3248 Mititai Road RD10 Dargaville 0370 by: 24.3.2020

TOKATOKA

Wanted LAND/FARM WANTED to lease for grazing, any size considered, Dargaville/Ruawai area. Phone 09 439 5080.

Septic Tank Services EFFLUENT REMOVAL, just give us a call, we remove it all. ‘Magic Property Services’. Phone 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. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

100 IT’S NOT A TARGET

Pay attention!

around road works

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER February 25 - 2020

CLASSIFIEDS Property Maintenance

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the March 3 2020 edition is Monday 2 March 2020 Public Notices

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

MEETING

World Day Of

Prayer

Friday 6th March 1.30pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church

027 271 2022 Tree Services TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING Get rid of those ugly stumps easily! Affordable stump Grinding, Grinding will remove them, our tracked machine only places 4lb per inch weight on the ground so no ugly wheel marks on the lawn.

Phone 021 185 2755 For a FREE quote 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. BAYLYS BEACH Seaweek family fun day, 29th February 2–5pm, games, competitions, challenges, prizes & BBQ, hosted by Baylys Beach Society. LOVE REMEMBERS my holy Sabbath, Romans 3:31, Matthew 5:17-19. 1 John: 2: 3-5 NATURAL THERAPIES Maureen Lee Askew for Bowen and Reiki Healing. Phone 027 580 7632. RUAWAI PLANTS opening 24th February, Monday– Friday 9am–1.30pm. Now ready, a variety of vegetable seedlings from $2.50 a punnet. Herbs from $3.00 each. Small flowering shrubs from $6.50 each. Beautiful white grapes $5.00 a kilo. Sorry, no EFTPOS, cash only. Phone Etha 09 439 2115, Diane 09 439 2361. TE PUNA O Te Reo O Takiwira, Te Kohanga Reo AGM. Date: 10th March 2020. Venue: 38-40 Finlayson Park Ave, Te Kohanga Reo. Time: 5pm. Nau mai haere mai. THE ARARUA Hall Committee AGM is to be held on Monday the 2nd of March at the Ararua Hall, Ararua Road, Ararua at 7pm. All Welcome. For more information please contact Beth De Groot 027 333 8139. WAIKARAKA MARAE Kaihu AGM, March 14 2020 10am. AGENDA: Financial Reports, Election of Officers, Amendments to Charter. Contact R Nathan 020 4001 4513.

MEET THE TEACHER Monday 9th March 2020 5.00pm – 6.30pm Kauri Grove, Hall, Resource Room and B block

9am start At the conclusion of the marae meeting at 10.30am a Pananawe Marae Trustee Meeting will be held in Waipoua All welcome

5.00pm – Mr Houghton, (Principal) to introduce staff. Informal meet and greet with all staff. Location: School Hall. 5.10pm – Light refreshments. Opportunity for parents/caregivers to meet Teachers. Teachers will be in six areas, if parents/caregivers wish to talk to their child’s subject/Form Teacher. Hall – Mr Amoroa, Mr Barnes, Ms Baume, Mr Bayliss, Mr Brimblecombe, Mrs P Burnett, Miss R Burnett, Mr Butterworth

Thursday 27th February 2020

Phone or Txt Paul

Death Notices

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Sunday 1 March 2020

DARGAVILLE WEANER STEER, BULL & HEIFER FAIR

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

Public Notices

Pananawe Marae

Any job big or small. We do them ALL

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

For Unforeseen Circumstances Dargaville Wnr Fair has been Postponed. Update will follow.

Helping grow the country

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) Smugglers Cove Wines Ltd of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the issue of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 15 Ti Tree Place, Mangawhai known as Smugglers Cove Wines Ltd. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Remote Licence – Online Sales only. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 7am to 10pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 13, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the second publication of this notice. This notice was first published on February 18th.

Kauri Grove – Mrs Clarke, Mrs Cooper, Mrs Carey, Ms Chiaroni, Miss Corfield, Mrs Cohen, Mr Dunn, Mrs Friedrich, Ms Gracie Resource Room – Ms Greville, Mr Grant, Ms Greyling, Mrs Horner, Mrs Houghton, Mr Houghton, Ms Laird, Mr Kronqvist

KELSI ROSE WOOD

4 AUGUST 1989 – 21 FEBRUARY 2020 Passed away, tragically, surrounded by her loved ones. Loving mother of Bastiaan, Astrid, and Nicky, and partner of Anthony and his son Ashton; much loved daughter of Susan and the late Peter; sister to Conor, Tamara, and Tamsyn. Granddaughter of Pamela and the late Ewen, Margaret and Anne. Friend to many. A celebration of her life will be held at the Lighthouse Function Centre, Harding Park, Dargaville on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at 2 pm, followed by burial at Russell Cemetery on Thursday, February 27, 2020, at 12 pm. All communication to PO Box 306, Dargaville 0340.

B1 – Ms Leach, Ms McCulloch, Mr Northey, Miss Pocklington, Mrs Pumipi B3 – Mr Pratt, Mr Prentice, Mr Reynolds, Ms Sage, Ms Stewart, Mr Wallam B2 – NCEA Individual Question and Answer session. Pop in and see Mrs Troath for any questions students/parents/caregivers have about NCEA. 6.30pm - End

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

Kaipara Lifestyler Public Notices ADVERTISEMENT OF STATEMENT OF CLAIM, NOTICE OF PROCEEDING AND LIST OF DOCUMENTS RELIED ON IN THE DISTRICT COURT NORTH SHORE REGISTRY CIV-2019-044-1014 UNDER THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT (RATING) ACT 2002 BETWEEN

KAIPARA DISTRICT COUNCIL (“KDC”) a local authority constituted under the Local Government Act 2002, having its principal office at Dargaville First Plaintiff

AND

NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL (“NRC”) a local authority constituted under the Local Government Act 2002, having its principal office at Whangarei, Northland Second Plaintiff

AND

XIAOCHEN TANG, of 92 Carlisle Road, Browns Bay, Auckland, occupation unknown Defendant

TO: XIAOCHEN TANG 1.

The plaintiffs have filed a statement of claim against you as the named ratepayer and owner of the following property:

(a) Certificate of Title 615365 Lot 9 Deposited Plan 464004 known as 648 Brown Road, Hakaru (valuation number 01220-03709) (“the Property”);

Public notice

to recover from you outstanding land rates and water rates (including penalties) levied over the Property, as at 25 February 2019, in the sum of $5,395.58 owed by you as the named ratepayer and owner of the Property.

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) HR Townshend Ltd of Mangawhai Heads, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the issue of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 3 Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Grocery Retailer.

(b) Combined Rates Assessment Notices and Invoices for the period 2016/2017 to 2018/2019 for the Property.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 7am to 8pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 13, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

The plaintiffs have referred to and relied on the following documents (being initial disclosure) in preparing their statement of claim:

(a) Certificate of Title for the Property obtained from Land Information New Zealand’s database; and

The plaintiffs are claiming from you:

(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)

Judgment for KDC in the sum of $4,562.57. Judgment for NRC in the sum of $833.01. Judgment for KDC for such further rates and penalties that become due and payable from 25 February 2019. Judgment for NRC for such further rates and penalties that become due and payable from 25 February 2019. Interest on the judgment sums, pursuant to section 10 of the Interest on Money Claims Act 2016, from the date of filing these proceedings until such time that the judgment sums (including all interest payable) are paid in full. The costs of and incidental to this proceeding on a category 1A basis pursuant to schedules 4 and 5 of the District Court Rules 2014.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

(f)

You must respond to the statement of claim within 25 working days of the date of this advertisement. To respond to the plaintiffs, you must file in the registry of this Court and serve on the plaintiffs, a statement of your defence to the plaintiffs’ claim. You must also at the time of serving your statement of defence on the plaintiffs, provide the plaintiffs with initial disclosure of documents referred to in or relied on in preparing your statement of defence.

No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

If you do not respond to the statement of claim within 25 working days of the date of this advertisement, the Court may decide you have to pay or give the plaintiffs what they are claiming in their statement of claim (this is called judgment).

Pursuant to section 64 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, publication of this statement of claim, notice of proceeding and initial disclosure, is deemed to be effective service of this proceeding on you.

A copy of the statement of claim and notice of proceeding will be forwarded to you on application to the plaintiffs’ solicitors, Brookfields Lawyers at the address listed below or at the office of the District Court at North Shore. A copy of the initial disclosure will be forwarded to you on application to the plaintiffs’ solicitors, Brookfields Lawyers.

Any person knowing the whereabouts of the abovenamed XIAOCHEN TANG is asked to bring this advertisement to his attention or to the attention of his personal representatives.

This advertisement is inserted by KAIPARA DISTRICT COUNCIL and NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL whose address for service is at the offices of Brookfields, Lawyers, Tower One, 9th Floor, 205 Queen Street, Auckland (contact: Lisa Walsh (09) 979 2219).

This is the second publication of this notice. This notice was first published on February 18th 2020.

Avoid Drink Driving be THe SOBER D FOr a NIGHT

February 25 - 2020 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

12 FIRST AVENUE, DARGAVILLE

$350,000 60 SUMMER ROAD, TINOPAI

$229,000 LOT 7 GRIFFIN ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

Price on Application 74 KOMITI ROAD, TINOPAI

$250,000

NOT MANY LEFT LIKE THIS ONE

BEAUTIFUL BLANK CANVAS AWAITING YOU!

SERIOUS POTENTIAL

WALK TO BEACH

This home sits on 754 sqm, with a concrete driveway to the carports & single garage. The home features open plan living, a 2nd small lounge or office nook, 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom & separate laundry & toilet. The home has an HRV ventilation system, insert fireplace and it has been freshly painted on the exterior. Get cracking if you want to own this home. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4117

Well fenced 11,170m2 (approx. 2.7 acres) of contoured grazing land with a stunning rural outlook. This property has the additional benefit of a 1/6 share in a big QEII native bush block full of native birds and walkways. Conveniently located just off the tar seal, ready to build your bach or dream home to live the Tinopai lifestyle. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2382

Here you will find the perfect opportunity to explore potential subdivision possibilities. This 11.46ha block is right on the boundary of the township of Maungaturoto. Large stand of mature native trees, 2 road frontages, handy to school, shops and a short drive to the Kaipara Harbour. JILL WILSON Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2416

Super large section of 2568 sqm positioned for all day sun and capturing great water views. Easy contoured site privately elevated from the road. 80 sqm 3 bdm bach was once the ´Apple Picker´s Cottage´ back in the day. DO-UP or Demolish. Water tanks and septic system a bonus. Phone Rhoda today! RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2421

169 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO $429,000 + GST if any 86 SUMMER ROAD, TINOPAI

$195,000 63 KAIHU WOOD ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$319,000 LOT 78, 435 HEATLEY RD, WHAKAPIRAU

Price by Negotiation

INCOME POTENTIAL +

LOVELY RURAL OUTLOOK

PEACE AND QUIET RIGHT HERE

SECLUDED WATERFRONT RETREAT

Two for one deal. Commercial space plus three bedroom home. Shared on the same title, but separate buildings. Cottage currently tenanted, receiving an income. Priced to sell - Income/Investment potential, or business with accommodation on site. Call me today! SHAR SCHULTZ Mob 022 046 4790 WEB ID MC2412

Approx. 1.2ha of gently contoured grazing land with a stunning rural outlook. This property comes with a 1/6 share in a big native bush block full of native birds and walkways. This block is conveniently located just off the tar seal, ready to build your bach or home to live the Tinopai lifestyle.

1930’s home set on 4.0469ha (10 acres approx.) features 3 double bedrooms, open plan living with separate kitchen, ceiling insulation and a sheltered deck area. Also has a 9x6m double garage, garden and wood shed plus firewood to see you through plenty of winters and the property is fully fenced.

UNIQUE and VERY SPECIAL! Magnificient stand of mature native bush including stunning kauri, puriri, nikau trees. 1.9 Ha with approx. 90 m coastal boundary. Luxury camping with four cabins, storage, in-ground water tank, power, ph & WiFi connection. Space for a future dwelling. Call Rhoda today!

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2354

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS4127

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2398

211C PAHI ROAD, PAPAROA

$595,000 incl GST 1509 TINOPAI ROAD, TINOPAI

$895,000 +GST (if any) 13 SUNSET DRIVE, BAYLYS BEACH

$145,000 4560 POUTO ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$365,000

AWESOME PAHI RIVER VIEWS

TOP NOTCH TINOPAI GRAZING

CATCH OF THE DAY

THE SOUND OF SILENCE

Privately located 1 bedroom home with awesome uninterrupted views to the Pahi Wharf. Downstairs office, bathroom and huge garaging. Sits on 2.55 ha’s. Approx 4km’s to Pahi all tide wharf and boat launching facilities.

This attractive bare block offers much more than just lots of high quality grass on top of volcanic soils. Reticulated water supplied to a trough in each paddock, a good set of stock yards, a barn/implement shed, a lockup container and a diesel water pump. Power and comms are at the road boundary and only a few minutes to the Tinopai wharf and boat ramp. TONY NORTHCOTT Mob 021 831 864 WEB ID MRU2386

This 868m2 section (LOT 5) located at Sunset West has power, phone and water at the boundary. Invest now in this fast filling subdivision and either start the build today or land bank for the future. Vendor also has 15 Sunset Drive (675m2) which has a nice rural outlook.

4ha’s or 10 acres approx rolling contour, north facing and private, bore water, new plumbing, insulated and on an elevated site. Micro climate, perfect for horticulture. 10mins to Kellys Bay for fishing and boating. Perfect rural escape

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS4092

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS4294

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2409

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

HOUSE FOR SALE AND REMOVAL ONTO YOUR SECTION PRICE: $20,000 Good Morning, my name is Charlotte, like the street I live in at No.8 Charlotte St, Dargaville. I’m a structurally sound kauri and rimu (1920/30,s) bungalow, and my roof is in a good state of repair. My last owner stayed with me for 17 years, and the owner before that even longer. People tell me that they are very sad to see me go, but I’ll be fine! Just fine! They told me to consider “change” as “the dawn of a new era”. So I thought a lot about that and I’m feeling really good now, and am looking forward to a new owner. Look what I’ve got to offer: • Floor area 170sq.m. with front verandah, plus deck. • 4 bedrooms • Roof in good condition • 2 generously proportioned living rooms •Highly functional kitchen

• French doors opening onto wooden deck • Requires some gib boarding. May need to be removed in at least two pieces (estimated cost $50,000 to 55,000) This is an estimate. For more info Phone Shannon 021 104 8311 at Poyner’s Housemoving

PURCHASE ME NOW, OR AT AUCTION TO BE HELD ON THE 23RD APRIL, 2020. CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU!

For all inquiries: 09 439 6160

P.S. You could be eligible for a 3.39% p.a.loan. 18 month fixed rate special, where you pay interest only. Check with your bank.