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Kaipara crop trials hold promise u by Paul Campbell

A quantum shift in Kaipara’s agricultural outlook may flow from a trial now underway to grow peanuts in the district with test beds planted in three locations — Ruawai, Te Kopuru and in the Kai Iwi Lakes district.

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The crop potential, which could see millions of dollars spent on imported nuts redirected locally, was identified in the Kaipara Kai ‘growing Kaipara’s future’ project as a potential new crop for the district. Now with the support of the Kaipara Kai Hub and Farmlands Dargaville, a $91,320 project is led by Picot Productions, makers of Pic’s Peanut Butter, while the Ministry of Primary Industries is contributing more than $59,000 through its Sustainable Food and Fibre Futures fund. Research expertise is being provided by Plant & Food Research. “It has always felt a little weird to be making an iconic New Zealand product with imported ingredients,” says Picot Productions owner and founder, Pic Picot. “These trials have the potential to make a very real difference to our carbon footprint and redirect the millions of dollars we spend on imported nuts to the Northland, easily my secondfavourite region of New Zealand.” “This is a great opportunity to take what was reported in the feasibility study to the next stage of developing and producing a new crop in the district,” said Kaipara Kai Hub manager, Matt Punter. “If successful, peanut farming could bring new employment opportunities to the district. Sites have been selected based on soil type and the environment, as soil temperatures of around 18 degrees are ideal.”

p Peanut butter maker, Pic Picot (left) and Declan Graham from Plant & Food inspecting peanut growing trials in the Kaipara

“The window for getting the peanuts in the ground and harvesting them is small,” says business manager science at Plant & Food Research, Declan Graham, who is managing the project trials. Peanuts at the Kaipara test sites were planted in late October and are expected to be ready for harvest within 16 to 20 weeks. Spanish Hi Oleic peanuts, which have smaller kernels and reddish-brown skins, have been identified as the most appropriate cultivar for local conditions. “This type of peanut is most widely used in confectionery and snacks, as well as peanut butter production,” said Mr Graham. “Their high oil content makes them ideal for crushing.”

In 2015, Pic’s Big Toaster Tour visited Dargaville en route from Bluff to North Cape and Mr Picot says they received an unforgettable welcome. “We were treated like long lost whanau,” says Picot. “We got a lot of attention at local tourist attraction the Kumara Box, sold every last jar we had at the Friday market, and were presented with two 50-year-old cans of toheroa soup. I can think of nothing finer than to help the community establish a new industry.” MPI investment programmes director, Steve Penno, says MPI is excited to be involved in a project that could lead to a new industry in New Zealand and help boost the local economy.

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p An enthusiastic group of 30 people gathered at the new Baylys Beach Community Centre for the first of a series of drumming workshops last week, organised by local musician Josie Scott. “We had a fun, challenging time learning some tricky rhythms,” says Josie. “Everything was put together and played through to a small but enthusiastic audience made up of community members, just before the end of the workshop.” The drummers ranged from people with no experience at all, limited experience and many years of drumming. Both Josie and the tutors say the event was thoroughly enjoyed by all present. February will see round two, with a special guest drum tutor from Ghana in West Africa.

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Medical expertise welcomed u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville Medical Centre has a new staff member, helping share the workload among the group of doctors treating locals at a time of heightened Covid security. The medical centre welcomed Jamie Torres in mid-January, working in a new role as a Physician Associate (PA). She completed her training in Southern California during 2013, through the United States medical system. Her career began in this same state, before she moved on to work as an urgent care PA in both California and Colorado. “Physician Associate is the title for a highly trained form of medical practitioner in the USA, where PAs have all the same privileges as General Practitioners,” says Dargaville Medical Centre manager Judy Harris. “Their role includes assessing patients, performing exams, diagnosing, ordering lab tests and even prescribing medications.” “This role is a relatively new role in New Zealand. There are several PAs practising in New Zealand, and the profession has been well received by other doctors, administrative staff and patients.” Jamie and her husband spent the last three years living and p Physician Associate Jamie Torres comes to working on the island of Guam, a Dargaville to assist local doctors at the Dargaville US territory in the western Pacific. Medical Centre They enjoy a variety of outdoor recreation activities including travel, in New Zealand. As part of the Dargaville hiking, diving and paddleboarding. Jamie Medical Centre’s ongoing recruitment says she has always had a passion and staffing drive, Jamie is the first of for global health and medicine and is several new medical professionals who excited to help pioneer her profession will join the team during 2021. ¢

Decision now awaited on landfill u by Paul Campbell

The proposal for a Dome Valley dump for Auckland’s rubbish on land bordering on the Kaipara Harbour is now being considered by commissioners after a total five weeks of hearings that began last year wound up last Thursday. “A decision will be some time away, because the whole issue of the landfill has been exhaustively canvassed with the wider community, and notably iwi, very engaged, as were the commissioners, in the overall process,” said Fight the Tip executive member, Sue Crockett. The hearings wound up on December 17, when p A hikoi against the tip marched in Auckland opponents stated their case against the Chinese government- be run by Waste Management, which owned Waste Management had received Overseas Investment company’s dump plan, led by the Office approval to buy the site in the Fight the Tip movement, Ngati Wayby Valley. Whatua and associated iwi and local If finally given the go-ahead the dump councils. Last week the extra days would eventually take half of Auckland’s were to allow Waste Management’s rubbish starting around 2026. closing remarks. FTT says opposition to the tip is Opposition is centred on the fact firmly based on evidence, while the the landfill is in a catchment area for company has maintained modern the Hoteo River, which feeds into the landfills are safe, hi-tech and protect Kaipara Harbour, they say could be the environment. It also says that the devastated in any tip breach. proposed landfill would be 35 kilometres Years of work has gone into from the Kaipara Harbour and it would research and campaigning led by be “hard to imagine an event that would Fight the Tip. The 60-hectare landfill cause the landfill to impact the water in on a total 1,000-hectare site would the harbour.” ¢

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Jaques’ new owners

Celebrating our circus u by Andy Bryenton

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Ant and Jess Pedersen are the new owners of Jaques Four Square in Kaiwaka, relocating from Tauranga in November to take over from Greg and Paula Jaques.

Circus Kumarani steps up with entertainment and fun to brighten up many of Kaipara’s local events, from market days to the forthcoming river festival and A&P shows. New manager, Tania Whetu, shares the group’s creative vision.

“Jess and I owned the Four Square at the Lakes in Tauranga. We sold that to move to Kaipara with our two children Ruby and Harry,” says Ant. “The store will always be known as Jaques Four Square. You can’t change 95 years of family and area history. We feel very privileged to continue the Jaques family legacy and don’t want to see the work the family has accomplished over the years lost. We also want to keep supporting the community as they did.” Ant says he hopes Greg and Paul are enjoying well-deserved time off. “I am sure they enjoyed having Christmas off and relaxing after so many years of hard work. The community has been unbelievably welcoming and supportive of us. We get the sense of a really strong community spirit being newcomers to the area. “We have kept all Greg and Paula’s staff and have hired a few extras. In time we would like to enhance the store and maximise the shopping experience for our customers. “A Four Square in many respects is the heart of the community, and we can make a genuine difference in people’s lives through our customer service. We are looking forward to many positive years in Kaiwaka.

Circus Kumarani got its start in 2003, promising and delivering circus for all ages and abilities. Tania came to the top job in the charitable, not-forprofit creative trust from a background in community event management. She holds a degree in genetics and has experience working in preschools, as well as teaching circus arts to primary and secondary school children. The choice to move to Dargaville was partly due to her partner hailing from this part of New Zealand, and partly because of the opportunity to helm the Kumarani organisation. “Dargaville has been a friendly and welcoming town,” says Tania. “It’s great that there are existing community relationships with Circus Kumarani and a lot of goodwill. Of course, the aim is to build new ones, too, and to invite those who have passed through here, and who have fond memories, to come back.” That’s the kind of ethos which has seen the growth year-after-year, of the Northland Circus Festival, hosted by Kumarani. “The event returned from January 8 to 10 this year for three days of workshops, ground and aerial skills, arts and creativity, from beginners to

p Ant and Jess Pedersen are the new owners of Jaques Four Square in Kaiwaka

“We would like to thank Greg, Paula and the Jaques family for the opportunity we have been given here. They have served the community incredibly well for many years and built a very successful operation and welcomed our family into the area.” ¢

p Tania is looking forward to a year of sharing skills and artistry with Dargaville

advanced level, and fun for all ages and abilities. That could mean you,” says Tania. “Just come in and give it a try. Circus is not competitive; there’s no scores, and no targets or grades. You have to step outside your comfort zone to find new things, but we’re here to provide a safe and inclusive environment. It’s all about celebrating people getting better, not marks and points.” ¢

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Polocrosse double for northland u by Andy Bryenton

Northland’s young polocrosse riders have dominated with a double victory at the recent nationals, with local equestrian athletes featured in the winning Northland team. “Northland took two junior teams and two under-21 teams down to Otorohanga to compete this weekend just gone,” says polocrosse correspondent and supporter Rhonda Zielinski-Toki. Rhonda’s family members Akaysha, Fern, Liam and Kyla all took part. “Our Junior 1st team under 16 year olds won the NZ Junior Title for the fourth consecutive year, while the under-21 team played the infamous Central Plateau team in their final match thrashing them 29–5.” It was a big day for the sport, p Northland’s triumphant polocrosse teams — both juniors and under-21 athletes excelled in national which was hosted in Kaipara competition, with Kaipara riders in key positions District for 2020’s nationals by the Blackwood family, also keen proponents sport’s governing body looking ahead of polocrosse both on the field and on to fresh international competition the sidelines. Polocrosse is a fast- post-Covid. The 2021 under-21 squad paced sport played on horseback, with includes a strong Northland selection more fluid and tactical play than polo. of five key players: Tawa Holyoake, Dan It has a strong following in the north of Morgan, Melissa Marlow, Kayla Murray New Zealand and in the US, Canada, and Kyla Zielinski. Ty Murray, Liam Australia and South Africa to name but Zielinski and Wade Morey made the a few. NZ junior team. Another Northlander, This month’s tournament saw the Caleb Cook, was selected for the naming of national squads, with the development squad. ¢

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Focussing on Covid-19 u by Paul Campbell

With the focus firmly back on the Covid-19 pandemic after transmission outside of quarantine facilities, until a significant majority of people in the community have been vaccinated, all New Zealanders live with the risk of community transmission in their locality. That’s the advice from Dargaville Medical Centre manager, Judy Harris, who says the recent incidents highlight how that risk can become a real threat to a community at short notice. “Frontline healthcare workers require a high level of vigilance in all interactions with people with symptoms that potentially could carry that virus,” Ms Harris said. “Of course, there are a number of other viruses that give similar symptoms, but because we can never be 100 per cent certain, Dargaville Medical Centre staff have a process to quickly identify self-presenting patients who are a higher risk. “The recent Covid threat in Kaipara makes it more clear to us that at DMC, we must maintain our vigilance

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The latest from the Kaipara Kai Hub team The Kaipara Kai Hub provides on-the-ground support that enables land to be used to its best potential. The Hub is managed by Northland Inc, and is part of Kaipara Kai, one of four KickStart projects led by Kaipara District Council and funded by the Provincial Growth Fund. Since our last update, the Kaipara Kai Hub team has been busy managing crop trials, engaging with local growers looking at crop diversification, and supporting local projects to kick off. The trial site at Te Roroa’s Kai Iwi farm is looking lush. At that site there are three new varieties of squash, two new varieties of sweetcorn and the nowfamous peanuts, all in full growth. Unfortunately the soybean plots were discovered by a band of local rabbits, but this is the reality of doing trials - we learn what to prevent next time around! Harvest of the trial crops is due around March and we are planning a field day to share the results and learnings with the community. A He Maara Kai programme, led by Māuri Orā ki Ngāti Whatua Charitable Trust commenced this month with a wānanga at Naumai marae. This was made possible with the support of the Kaipara Kai Hub team and the Ministry for Primary Industries Community Hub fund. The Northland Field Days are coming up in March. We will be there and plan to host a series of guest speakers and panel discussions about the mahi taking place in Kaipara and future opportunities. The Hub building in Ruawai is temporarily closed for renovations until further notice, however the Hub team is still working and can be reached via the contact details on our website kaiparakaihub.nz.

REMINDER No cheques after 30 June 2021 From 30 June 2021 Kaipara District Council will stop accepting payments by cheque because our bank is phasing them out. ANZ and Westpac are phasing out cheques earlier. Please use an alternative method for your payments to Council. For regular payments, like rates, it’s easiest to set up a direct debit payment. You can make your payments weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly or annually. We can help you set it up and do all the administration for you. Fill out the form on kaipara.govt.nz under ‘get it done online’ or pop into our office and pick up a form. You can also use online bill payment, your credit card to pay online or to pay by eftpos at our Customer Service Centres. For more information go to kaipara.govt.nz/services/rates, call our friendly revenue team on 0800 727 059 or email revenue@kaipara. govt.nz.

New Valuations out for properties Look out for the new Government Valuation for your property in the mail from 04 February. The Land Value of a property is based on the likely sale price of the land if it was vacant. Your valuations are reviewed every three years and are used by councils as a basis for setting rates. The increase in land value across the district is 17.5%. Residential land values have risen by an average of 24.4%. Valuations will be posted on 3 February and start arriving in letter boxes the following day. If you can’t wait that long to find out what your property is valued at you can check it out online or call in to our offices in Dargaville or Mangawhai to find them. Property owners will have until 12 March to raise objections to the valuations if they wish to. Objection forms are available online or from the Council offices.

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Learning hub closes u by Andy Bryenton

After 21 years of assisting Dargaville people in learning workready skills, Te Roroa Learning Assistance (TLA) is bowing out for 2021, with many of its services taken up by other organisations.

p End of an era — Te Roroa Learning Assistance may have closed, but its programme of education goes on, the load shared by many other groups to continue helping locals

Long-serving founding member and leadership figure of TLA, Janet Te Rore, says that the decision was made by the board to cease activities gracefully rather than reach a position where services they provide needed to be shut off without forward planning. A combination of factors led to the decision, including the difficulty of securing grants for funding in the postCovid landscape. “We took the initiative to wind up operation on our terms. Hence, we have been able to engage with other groups to take over many of our core programmes,” says Janet. “This way there’s nobody left disappointed, and we know that

those looking to gain new skills are in good hands.” One example of this positive shift is People Potential picking up the driver education aspect of TLA’s operations, and all driver mentors from Maungaturoto across to Dargaville staying on. “People Potential has always been community-minded; that was their roots, and we’re happy to see them take over this part of TLA’s programme. It’s the same with many of our other literacy and learning programmes.” TLA was initially set up purely for literacy services and became perhaps the most well-known facet of Te Roroa iwi’s community engagement. ¢

Investors moving now u by Andy Bryenton

Property investors outnumbered those moving house for the first time since 2016 in the final quarter of 2020. What does this shift mean for the Kaipara market? In December 2019, when new rules for landlords, including the end of no-cause 90-day evictions, were floated, some investors were quoted as saying that they would sell up and leave the market. ‘Landlords looking to sell up over proposed changes to rental rules’ read one headline of the time. Predictions were made that a rental housing shortage would become a crisis. However, despite new rules taking effect on February 11, the new data from analysis specialists CoreLogic shows that investor demand has surged back to 2016 levels. It’s prompted speculation that further intervention by the government and regulators might be needed to rebalance buyer activity. Furthermore, CoreLogic’s senior property economist Kelvin Davidson says that there’s a precedent for the government doing just that. “The last time that mortgaged investors had a market share near this high was 28% back in the third

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quarter of 2016 when the Reserve Bank imposed a 40% deposit requirement. While we’ve already seen the Reserve Bank move to reinstate loan-to-value ratio ‘speed limits’ at 30% from March 1st, the question is, will this be the end point? We think a move to 40% is possible if investor participation continues to push higher.” Davidson says that debt to income ratio caps and an extended bright-line test, above and beyond five years are not out of the question. However, the ‘nuclear option’ of property politics, a capital gains tax, remains out of the discussion. Locally, real estate professional Jill Powell of First National Roper and Jones agrees that investor activity is high, but not at the fever pitch seen in Auckland. “Here in the Kaipara, even in our smaller towns, investors are buying, but they are also taking advantage of professional property management services to secure their investment.”

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Two years ago, Kaipara District Council asked the community about the way rubbish and recycling were collected and found there is appetite for change. “The survey drew a strong response,” says the Waste Minimisation Lead for KDC, Donna Powell. “People are really passionate about rubbish and how we treat our environment.” People asked for easier systems such as bins instead of using bags. The team found other councils provide recycling crates, which has reduced the amount of household waste that goes to landfill. p Kaipara District Council will be consulting on a proposal to provide recycling crates “Crates make it easier for people so they are more likely to recycle.” The KDC survey also received be bundled separately. They would be collected kerbside or from dedicated requests for wheelie bins. “Other councils found that wheelie collection points in rural areas. “Consultation will be open from bins actually increased the amount of March 1 to April 1 and accompanied rubbish that goes to landfill.” In March, Kaipara District Council will by ‘drop-ins’ in your local community be consulting on a proposal to provide where you can ask questions. You recycling crates as part of its Long Term will also be able to talk with us Plan 2021–2031. The proposal is to online in two virtual meetings we provide two crates, one for glass and are holding. Dates and times will be one for plastic and cans. Paper would published soon.” ¢ THERE IS A FULL TIME PRIVATE CLINIC IN WHANGAREI, RUN BY WOMEN FOR WOMEN’S HEALTH PROBLEMS Such as troublesome bleeding; menopause concerns; abnormal smears; pelvic pain; pain or irritation ‘down there’; fertility issues; non–surgery options for prolapse and bladder problems.

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The nine friends set out from the top of the nation earlier in the week. They made their way down through the Waipoua Forest on Tuesday, headed for the Burt Munro Motorcycle Rally in Invercargill next month. The group’s name is a play on words, referencing their scooter of choice, the Mod-era Italian Vespa, capable of “reaching the speed limit so long as you’re in town,” according to one rider. Fellow Vesperado Rosco Pennell agreed that the pace is leisurely, but the cause they ride for is significant. “We’re attempting to travel the length of New Zealand on the back roads, staying at the historic taverns and pubs

along the way. As the idea for the ride took shape, we realised that it could be a good fundraiser, so we’re collecting for Hospice along the way.” This gesture is made all the more personal. One of the group of long-term friends taking part has recently been diagnosed with cancer and is receiving treatment even as the mission goes ahead. One of the scooters used for the ride is up for auction on Trade Me to help raise even more donations. Fronting up for the Hospice cause has seen “incredibly generous” donations pour in, according to the group of nine riders and support crew. ¢

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

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Scooter-riding charity trekkers the Vesperados rode into Dargaville last week, on a quest to span Cape Reinga to the Bluff on their small Italian motorbikes.

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Upcoming Council Meetings • Council Briefing, Wed, 03 Feb, 9.30am, The Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Road, Dargaville • Taharoa Domain Governance Committee, Tue 09 Feb, 10.00am, Lake Waikare Centre, Taharoa Domain • Remuneration and Development Committee, Wed 10 Feb, 10.00am, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Road, Dargaville • Council Long Term Plan Briefing, Wed 10 Feb, 1.00pm, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Road, Dargaville • Pou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park Committee, Tue 16 Feb, 2.00pm, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Road, Dargaville • Externally Funded Projects Committee, Wed 17 Feb, 9.30am, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Road, Dargaville • Raupo Drainage Committee, Thu 18 Feb, 10.00am, Ruawai Tokatoka War Memorial Hall, Ruawai • Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee, Mon 22 Feb, 10.00am, Ground Floor meeting room, KDC Mangawhai Office • Council Meeting, Wed 24 Feb, 9.30am, Bill Hyland Community Centre, 52 Seaview Road, Baylys Beach Please visit the Council website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.

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As the finishing touches are put to the 2021 Northern Wairoa A&P Show, association president Richard Alspach has been thinking about the importance of this time-honoured event, which brings a small rural community into the spotlight and the wider community together. “As we set about planning for this year’s show, it struck us that a lot has happened since our last show,” says Richard, just a week or two from opening the gates for what has become an annual tradition. “Not the least of which has been the shutdown because of Covid, and the country’s continued isolation.” He says that one of the benefits of the shutdown is that the rest of New Zealand has found a fresh appreciation of the rural sector. That reflects positively on the communities where our farming

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families reside, and the businesses who support their endeavours. Media coverage of matters rural has swung around to the positive. To quote Richard “the farmer-knocking machine is back in the garage. That’s good, so let’s celebrate what and who we are.” That means celebrating our farmers achievements, the skills of a multifaceted and fascinating business, and the hard-won abilities of local animal breeders, shearers, craftspeople, horticulturalists and more.

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Arapohue A&P Show Beyond that, it’s business as usual. After an absence of more than a decade, dairy goats are making a comeback too. Always popular with the public, it’s expected the full range of classes to be on display. The horses will once again provide a focal point for the show and provide continuous activity. There will be five rings going at once, including the always popular miniature horses. With the days of race meetings at Dargaville well and truly over, the only place the public can see these beautiful animals in the flesh, without actually owning one, is at an A&P show. Take the time to watch them for a while, and marvel at the intelligence, discipline and power of Arapohue’s equine contingent. “Once again, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Grass Roots Foundation, we are able to offer a range of family-friendly sideshows and rides for a gold coin donation,” says Richard. “This has proved to be a very popular initiative.” Circus Kumarami will be there to entertain, along with, face painting, a display of farm animals, music from strolling buskers and an array of food and drink stalls for refreshments. There will be a chance to test your mettle at old-fashioned rural games; the tossing of the sheaf, the gumboot throwing and the tug-o-war will be hotly contested.

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Teams of six can register on the day, and there’s prize money up for grabs for the winners. However, as Richard opines, some of the best sights of the show are indoors out of the sunshine. “Do call into the hall and have a look at the indoor exhibits,” he says. “The committee believes that our show has one of the best indoor sections north of Auckland. It is a truly inspiring display of local talent. A lot of the skills on display were essential survival skills not so long ago, and as the experience of this last year has shown us, they could be again!” The Young Farmer competitions, for both children and teens (4–8 and 8–13) is also back for 2021. Teams of two will tackle new tests of farming skill and knowledge. Once again there’s no entry fee, encouraging tomorrow’s local farmers to step up and vie for some generous prizes. These are not the only rural athletes contesting on the day. The Northern Wairoa A&P is a proud participant in the ANZ Northland Shearing competition. Richard and the NWA&P committee say that the response from the local business community in 2021 has been very pleasing indeed. “The committee is both humbled and thankful for this ongoing support. Everybody, please check out the list of sponsors, and if you are thinking of

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Despite a tumultuous year when international music festivals have been off the cards, the west Kaipara’s homegrown TokaFest is going strong, now in its ninth year for 2021.

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“It’s year nine in a row, and the event is getting bigger and brighter each time,” says event manager Olly Knox. “I’m super excited to be able to say we got this far, and look toward a great lineup for 2021. Over the years everyone involved with TokaFest has been blown away by the level and enthusiasm of local support, which have made the festival a local tradition.” This year’s selection of artists is eclectic and funky, spanning genres as disparate as acoustic folk rock, reggae, drum and bass and experimental sounds from all over New Zealand and the world. There will be other surprising art forms on stage too, not the least of which are the circus skills of Circus Kumarani. “Each year we try to book a diverse range of acts, lift the production values, and deliver a colourful and engaging show that’s great fun for all ages,” says Olly. “You can’t get more entertainment for just $10 anywhere else!” He also praised funding agency Creative Communities for providing ongoing support of the festival, citing this contribution as a major aid in the development of Tokafest throughout the

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The doors at Maungaturoto’s multimillion-dollar dementia unit development are expected to ‘open for business’ in June, the culmination of stage one of the Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust’s extended plan to develop the Riverview Rest Home’s facilities. “We are looking at a June opening, and this will be a community celebration VIP event for all those who have worked so hard fundraising and otherwise supporting this project,” said trust cochair, Graham Slatter who took Lifestyler on a tour of the facility as the building nears completion. “We will certainly be asking former MPs Shane Jones and Winston Peters along to mark the occasion because they played a major part in securing Provincial Growth Fund money as New Zealand First in government. “That money set the seal on construction getting underway after massive community events that saw dollars roll in.” Mr Slatter emphasised that fundraising will be a continuing facet of the trust’s project, which will include rest home expansion leading to an eventual 24/7 hospital facility. Among guests at the opening will be local funding stalwart, Albie Paton whose The Den second-hand emporium

p Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust co-chair, Graham Slatter outside the newly built dementia unit

in the old Scout hall in Bickerstaffe Road has contributed more than $160,000 towards the $3.9 million project, which will see 14 units for dementia patients. Those units are modern, light and air-conditioned with underfloor heating and flow in a semi-circle pattern to a large lounge and dining room, which is supplied from a commercial kitchen installation that can provide meals to the wider rest home.

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Mr Slatter pointed out an unexpected expense added to construction when a major fire pump had had to be installed to comply with regulations. “We are already looking to more fundraising events and the ladies who organised our very successful Dahlias for Dementia garden tour last year are now looking at a similar ‘Roses for Rest Home’ event this year,” he said. ¢

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FA R M I N G

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Bulls can be a reel pane eh? Hey, gidday readas, me Billy Border Colly back agen, an’ sorry to miss ya after the hollydays. But I hada run in wiv Bruiser the Bull again over the back paddick, and Boss an’ his gerlfren’ Sharlene hada take me to tha vets. Well they poked and proddid and give me sum pills, but now I’m back ona farm an’ rarin’ ter go. But don’t tella Boss, he can deel with that Bruiser hisself. I given up chasin’ kattil beasts eh. Too old mabe. Anyway, I thort they’d make a fuss wen I got back in me kennil, but suddenly Boss and Sharlene wer lockin’ the farm road gate, and washing there hands evry few minutes, and ordering groceries online. Talk about hunkerin’ down. No blimmin visiters either.

“Ah, Dog,” the Boss sed wen I give him the EYE. “Noh mate, it’s not you. Seems we got that blimmin’ Covid wot makes peeple crook ina community, so Sharlene the boss of that stuff, an’ says we gotta get iserlated. But hey, we seem to excaped a bullit here in Kaipra, but we still gona be a bit careful. Sharlene mattrafact says we seem ter all fergit that we still got a Level One alert ina country.” Well readas, I herd Sharlene ona fone ter her lady friend wots married to the bloke ona dairy block Boss owns, an’ she was saying how yer need ta have a thingy ona thing called a sellfone, wot tells the govmint wear you have been. Boss sez it’s lika GPS wot the contracta uses wen he’s spreading fert

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ona farm that sez wear you been afta you bin there, or here, or somewear. Sorry, too blimmin’ confusin’ fer me. I now wear I’ve been, an wear evryone has bin, cause I just havta hava sniff here an’ there. Anyway readas, it’s good ter be back, and Boss says them Feel Daze are comin’ up soon. An’ ya no what that means. Boss will be prowlin round the showgrounds at Dargyville wiv the farm kredit card. He used ter take a check book, but Sharlene says thats finished wiv. “Its all plastik now deah,” she tole Boss. Anyway, they musta got two plastiks, ‘cos Sharlene gonna be all roun’ the shops in town too. Ah well, as usual, I’ll be barred from going goin’ cos no dogs allowed just visitin’, so as usual Boss ‘ll leave me in charge ona farm. This time he rekins his mate Plumba and Jules might stay hear too like a half-way house. Rekins they need a break frum work cos they had heeps of people for that h u g e Pahi Regatta weekend wot just happened. That’s good news ‘cos he’s a bitofa barbecoo cook he reckins. Might get a few

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February 2 2021

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Jumbo crossword ACROSS 1 Designs on skin (7) 4 Know-all (6,4) 9 Energy sugar (7) 13 Duo (4) 14 Hitting tool (6) 15 Of cattle (6) 16 Bird of prey (7) 19 Symposium (10) 20 Those watching (8) 21 Daily record (5) 24 Precious metal (6) 25 Claim (6) 27 Crisis (9) 32 Flying (8) 33 Suspend (6) 34 Universal remedy (7) 38 Put in jail (8) 39 Limp (6) 40 Haul (4) 41 Pester relentlessly (5) 42 Glossy fabric (5) 45 Vacillate between enthusiasm and apathy (4,3,3,4) 52 Of the kidneys (5) 55 Freewheel (5) 56 Obnoxious child (4) 57 Surpassed (6) 58 Outline of a play’s plot (8) 61 Hypersensitivity (7) 62 Useless (6) 63 Collarbone (8) 66 Napkin (9) 68 Detective (6) 69 Unoccupied (6) 73 Chairman’s hammer (5)

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER February 2 2021

Kaipara Service Directory ATJ

37 BEACH ROAD DARGAVILLE PO BOX 264 DARGAVILLE

SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE

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

OPTOMETRISTS

Call the team at ATJ for your hire needs

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

Now Available After School pick up service from St Josephs, Selwyn Park & Te Kopuru Schools Pick up/Drop off services

OPEN 7.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday Hokianga Road, Dargaville BE IN QUICK!

Before/After School Care and Holiday Programme for 5-13 year olds

Mobile 027 352 2871

www.cornerstonechildren.co.nz

Ed’s Floorsanding New and Old Floors Carpet and Vinyl Preparation Quality Solvent & Water based Coating

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

0274 914 091

or 09 436 3929 www.floorsandingnorth.co.nz

09 439 8210 | 027 497 2929 sales@aztecaluminium.co.nz

09 439 0464

Seed

Fosters Arcade Shop 42 Victoria Street, Dargaville info@theseed.co.nz

Locally owned and operated

24 Hours — 09 439 8016 The Point of Difference

Jessica Young – 020 4119 1299 office@dargavillefuneralservices.co.nz

Bruce Young – 027 575 7377 www.dargavillefuneralservices.co.nz

● SCAFFOLDING ● PLASTERING ● WATERBLASTING ● EXTERIORS ● INTERIORS ● ROOFS ● AIRLESS SPRAYING

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

EDEN EMTAGE

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

Contact: Eden or Louise Phone: 021 074 9152

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

027 369 1073 Email: ezeflowpainter@gmail.com GST No: 84-379-263

R S Hulk 4x4 OPETS CEN N SP tools NOWTRE ! NAPA Batteries Agricultural Repairs On call for on-site repairs Bolts, bearings, seals & more

and more

CALL TODAY 09 945 5585

8 Kapia Street, Dargaville Email: kylegarton.gms@outlook.com

HAYES FENCING

Rural Fencer Post and Battern » Stock Yards

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AFFORDABLE SEPTIC SERVICES IN YOUR AREA

ORDER ONLINE FOR PICKUP OR DELIVERY PH 09 439 0209 | 109 Victoria St, Dargaville

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Dargaville Funeral Services Ltd

Website: www.dargavillenz.com/Seed-Co-Working-Space

• Big & small garden clean up • Regular garden maintenance • Pre-sale garden clean up • End of tenancy garden clean up • Vegetation removal • Vegetable garden installation

Call today for a quote 021 0218 1111 or visit our website www.garden2go.co.nz

Hot Desks & Meeting Rooms For Hire Great Rates

DARGAVILLE COMMUNITY & BUSINESS HUB

SERVICES WE OFFER

Need help with the garden? We can help!

THURSDAY’S 10.30AM — 4.00PM Shop 4 | Edwin Arcade 86 Victoria Street, Dargaville

Northland Laser Drainage Ltd Neil Carter Trading as

Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth) All Services & Maintenance Available

PO Box 1174, Whangarei Ph 09 434 7741 Mobile 027 273 6865

1279 S/H 14, MAUNGATAPERE

Using worms, sun and time - we process all our liquid waste into rich compost. Composted for 3 years - low in NPK, tested PH7

40L BAGS FOR SALE AT THE GATE. 906 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford

Phone: 09 423 7014

$5EA

Find us on

www.macjimray.co.nz

Office: 09 439 8048 Fax: 09 437 5796 Email: office@morrisandmorris.co.nz 15 Gladstone Street, Dargaville, 0310, PO Box 8043, Kensington 0145, Whangarei

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Tu Christey Massage Therapist

TK DIGGERS 027 432 0588

Operator AARON GUEST 09 439 1843 tkdiggers@gmail.com

Diploma in Massage, MNZ Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho) “Get rid of your aches & pains, maintain your well being” Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy, Relaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage 12 tonner tilt bucket, good rates, own transporter Great service Northland wide

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

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CALL ROSS

Moss & mould treatments * Internal/External pest &

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

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

021 33 7777

We Do it Right… Professional Workmanship 4 Totara Street, Dargaville | 10a Finlayson Street, Whangarei P: 09 439 6007 M: 027 481 1285 E: info@waverefrigeration.nz

FOR ALL YOUR ENGINEERING NEEDS We do steel, hydraulic hoses, stainless & aluminium engineering

027 213 9665

100A Jervois Street, Dargaville

February 2 2021

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 9 February 2021 edition is Friday February 5 2021

For Sale

Wanted to Buy

Property Maintenance

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

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

CHICKEN MANURE for sale in bulk or small lots $20 cubic metre plus freight call 09 432 2444 or 027 476 5458.

Missing

1 STOP Window & Door Repairs - Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 - Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz - Window & Door Services Ltd.

DOUBLE BED, good condition, $80.00 ONO. Phone 09 439 8042. HAY CONVENTIONAL Tangiteroria. Phone 09 433 2797. PEAVEY GUITAR amp, 65 watts, trans tube series, studio pro 112. Made in USA, $300. Phone 09 439 4224. SALE, SALE, sale, sale, sale. Everything on sale at FANNONS MENSWEAR. Everything must go. FANNONS, 52 Victoria Street, Dargaville, 09 439 8946. SILAGE FOR sale, this seasons, $85.00+GST, phone 027 478 0185. 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.

For Rent COMMERCIAL PREMISES ex-martial arts. Work room, retail, storage, etc. Floor area 170 meter squared. Phone 021 184 6069.

Storage STORAGE CONTAINERS and in shed space. Flat rates, phone 09 439 6037 or 027 207 2932.

MALE MINIATURE Schnauzer. 3 years old. Answers to Buddy. Missing since 13th January from Oturei, Dargaville. $800 reward for his safe return. Janelle 021 759 474.

Personal MAN MID 60’s, fit, healthy, social drinker, nonsmoker with a good sense of humour, literate and articulate farmer/businessman seeks long term female company. Phone 09 439 5080. Thanks for the replies so far.

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.

Garage Sale

Trades & Services WATER TANK Cleaning. Phone Pete 027 444 3053 or 09 405 9510.

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

Month Market Saturday 6th February Community Hall Hokianga Road Dargaville, opposite the Anzac Theatre.

8am till noon, Something for everyone.

09 439 7243

DONATE ONLINE

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21,000

RESCUE MISSIONS

YEARS IN OPERATION

365

DAYS A YEAR

HAPPY HELPERS 4U indoor/outdoor maintenance and cleaning. Phone 027 213 8439.

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

HIGH SPEED HELICOPTERS

YOUR CONTRIBUTION DIRECTLY SUPPORTS THE ELECTRICITY RESCUE HELICOPTERS OF NORTHLAND, A SERVICE MANAGED BY NORTHLAND EMERGENCY SERVICES TRUST. HELP KEEP OUR EMERGENCY RESCUE HELICOPTERS IN THE AIR, SUPPLYING AIR AMBULANCE SERVICES, MEDICAL FLIGHTS AND SEARCH AND RESCUE SERVICES TO NORTHLAND.

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

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

Work Wanted

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

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

Situations Vacant

Phone or Txt Paul

09 439 5073 | 027 271 2022

Be water wise this summer

DON’T WASTE IT

Check our website for opportunities for you: www.compacfurniture.co.nz/compac-careers • Factory positions available with opportunity to advance skills and gain responsibility • Truck Drivers • Maintenance Engineer Apply in person at Compac Furniture, email CV to payroll@compacfurniture.co.nz or phone 09 439 6765.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER February 2 2021

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 9 February 2021 edition is Friday February 5 2021

Situations Vacant

Public Notices

EXPERIENCED MILLHAND required with diverse skills for small mill operation. Phone 09 439 5080.

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — 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. An enjoyable night to be part of, or sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

WAITING STAFF/KITCHEN Hand wanted for parttime customer service, till operation, dishwashing and delivery. Contact restaurant manager Manoj - Shiraz Dargaville. Phone 021 0264 3557, email shirazmanager.manoj@gmail.com.

DARGAVILLE Seeking Caregivers If you enjoy working with the elderly and are able to do shift work in a residential care setting. Please contact Norfolk Court. You will be person centred, reliable, capable and a quick learner who is always striving to provide the best service possible. Contact jwade@norfolkcourt.co.nz or admin@norfolkcourt.co.nz Phone 09 439 6214 or John 021 446 543 Rest Home, Dementia, Hospital Care

PRINCIPAL VACANCY TINOPAI SCHOOL The Tinopai School Board of Trustees are currently seeking a NZ registered, experienced Principal-Teacher to lead our environmentally focused, child-centred, community proud rural school. The position is available to start at the beginning of Term 2 2021. A school house is included (if required). The successful applicant must be able to work collaboratively with the staff, board of trustees and community and be a selfmotivated classroom teacher, experienced in working with multilevel groups and have an affinity with, and understanding of, te reo me ona tikanga Maori. An understanding and strong approach toward Enviroschools is also important. We encourage visits and walk-throughs are welcome. We are a decile 1 school with a current roll of 20, situated in the beautiful seaside village of Tinopai on the Kaipara Harbour. We are proud of our friendly family focused community which offers beautiful beaches, fishing, walks and community groups. Position commences beginning Term 2, 2021. Please contact Tracey Williams for an application pack. Please send your CV and direct enquiries to: Tracey Williams, BOT Chair tracey@tinopai.school.nz | Ph: 021 205 8425

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville A-A Meetings are held at the church, crn Parore and Normanby Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Phone Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248. BOOKS@RUAWAI (Includes Public Holidays) Mon 9am–1pm, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am–1pm. 5 Freyberg Road. Phone 09 439 2044 or 027 200 5653. bookshop16@ yahoo.co.nz EVOLUTION, SCIENTIFIC impossibility. Observe the irreducible infinite complexity of cells??? HEALING ROOMS Tuesday 7.00, all welcome, Lion of Judah building River Road. SPECIAL GENERAL hui will be held at the Ripia Marae on the 28th of March 2021 at 10am to replace a trustee of the Ripia Marae. WAIKARA MARAE Committee AGM. When: 13th March 2021, at 10am. Where: Waikara Marae, 333 Waikara Road, Dargaville. Contact: waikaramaraecommittee@gmail.com.

Young children and their caregivers enjoying music, rhyme, rhythm and creative dance, followed by a time of play and chat. Morning tea provided. Music from 10–10.30am every Wednesday during school term.

Starting 17th February

$2 per child or $3 per family @ Dargaville Baptist Community Church, 187 Victoria St.

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

As a Facilities Maintenance Operator, you will undertake Facility cleaning and the collection of litter when required to contract specification and/or instruction. Our part time role will also include the mowing of Parks and Reserves to the required specifications. We are looking for experienced Operators who have: • Facilities cleaning experience an advantage but training can be given • Upfront / Ride-on Mowing or Parks maintenance experience an advantage but training can be given • Growsafe certification an advantage, but training can be given • Familiar with electronic data entry or computer experience an advantage • Minimum Full Class 1 Drivers Licence A role with us can advance your career and expand your skills. We offer you the opportunity to join our diverse and inclusive culture, and be part of a great team, working in a collaborative environment. We provide comprehensive training to meet the stringent criteria of our industry, a competitive remuneration package reflective of your skills and experience, and all the tools of trade you need to do your job. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, head to www.downercareers.co.nz and enter reference number 567107 to apply.

Public Notices

Public notice

(Section 127, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) Northern Wairoa Hotel 2019 Limited of Dargaville, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an BYO on-licence in respect of the premises situated at 70 Victoria Street Dargaville known as Northern Wairoa Hotel. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Hotel. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am to 1am. 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.

Robin Phillip Dickens of Maungaturoto, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 35 Hurndall St Maungaturoto 0520 known as Maungaturoto Historic Hotel. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Hotel. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am 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.

Death Notices HOPKINSON KEVIN John (Hoppy). Passed peacefully after a brave battle at his home in Dargaville on 27th January 2021. Dearly loved ‘favourite’ (only) brother of Raewyn Te Awamutu. I will miss you ‘Grumpy One’. Rest In Peace. HOPKINSON KEVIN John (Hoppy). Passed peacefully at his home in Dargaville 03.03.1958 – 27.01.2021. Loved only brother and brother in law of Catherine and the late Ken Smith. Dear uncle of Barbara, Dylan, Reagan and Bianca; Richard, Karley, Brayden and Kaitlyn; Greg, Vanessa, Ema and Alyssa; (all Dargaville), Peter, Nat, Tommy, Zahleigh, Murphy and Cahon (Australia). Rest in Peace. No more pain. Happy boating and fishing. HOPKINSON KEVIN John (Hoppy). Passed peacefully at his home in Dargaville on the 27th January 2021 after a short illness. Aged 62. Loved brother and brother-in-law of Pam and John Phillips (Dargaville). Dear uncle of Carl (deceased) Shane, Megan and dear Hoppy of Nathan, Marlee and Evie. We will miss that Hoppy finger greeting.

No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the first publication of this notice.

Valuation Rolls

For more info call Rebecca 09 439 1499

Downer Open Space Management in Kaipara are now looking for a Facilities Maintenance Operator (full-time) working in the Eastern Kaipara area (Mangawhai to Paparoa) and a Facilities Maintenance and Mowing Operator (part-time) to join our close-knit friendly team in Dargaville.

The Valuation Rolls for Kaipara District Council have been revised by Quotable Value Limited (as the Council’s valuation service provider). The revised Rating Values are effective as at 1 September 2020 and the new notices of valuation will be posted to owners and ratepayers from 3 February 2021. The District Valuation Rolls will be open for public inspection, free of charge, during regular office hours, at the offices of: Kaipara District Council 42 Hokianga Road Dargaville 0310 Or Unit 6 The Hub 6 Molesworth Drive Mangawhai The revised values can be viewed until 12 March 2021. Objections to the revised valuations must be lodged, in writing or on line at www.ratingvalues.co.nz, no later than 12 March 2021. Objection forms are available from Kaipara District Council or Quotable Value Limited and should be posted to: Quotable Value Ltd – Business Support Private Bag 39 818 Wellington Mail Centre LOWER HUTT 5045 More information about “Understanding your Rating Value” can be found at www.ratingvalues.co.nz Louise Miller Chief Executive

STAY AFLOAT

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

Hopkinson, Kevin John (Hoppy) Passed away after a short illness on 27/01/21. Loved husband of Raewyn & father of Joel & Greer & special Poppy Hoppy of Kaylee. Private cremation has taken place. A casual farewell gathering for friends & family will take place at 1pm Saturday 6th Feb at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club. All welcome.

HICKFORD PATRICIA EILEEN (PAT) (NEE SOLE) On 24th January 2021 peacefully at Jane Mander Retirement Village, Whangarei in her 90th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Ian for 65 years. Much loved mother and mother in law of Karyn, Donna and Rowan, Michael and Christine. Adored Nana of Emma and Steve, Jane and Arek, Mary and Reuben, Mark and Nat, Jonathon and Lauren, Patrick and Alicia, Matthew and Jasmine, Kimberley, and James. Loved Great Nana Pat of Emmet and Arlo, Mila, Charlee and Hank, Ted and Jude, Zoe and Arthur, Gemma and Ezekiel. Peace at last A service for Pat will be held in the chapel of Morris and Morris Funerals (entrance17 Western Hills Drive), Whau Valley, Whangarei at 10:30am Wednesday February 3rd 2021 followed by private cremation. Communications to the 'Hickford Family' C/- PO Box 8043, Kensington, Whangarei 0145.

This is the first publication of this notice.

Funeral Services NORTHLAND HEADSTONES

THIS SUMMER

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February 2 2021 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

106 RANFURLY STREET, DARGAVILLE

$350,000

1/217 HEATLEY ROAD, WHAKAPIRAU $259,000 LOT 54, 113 FRANKLIN ROAD, PAPAROA

$140,000 27 HOOK RD, PAPAROA

Price by Negotiation

I’M OH SO SPACIOUS.

LIVE THE LIFE

LOTS 50-63 ARE THE RETIREE LOTS

STUNNING VILLA WITH PRIVACY

This spacious unit has 2 large bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open plan kitchen & dining room with heatpump, a large lounge with wood burner. The garage is internal access & has a large storage cupboard. Ideal home for all ages & stages of life.

Large and luscious lifestyle block (3.19 ha) with lovely rural views. Heatley Road, just a short drive to Whakapirau Beach, is the perfect spot to build your dream home. Formed vehicle crossing in place. Division of Lots 1/38 Scheme Plan is approved by the Kaipara District Council and owner is waiting on Certificate of Titles. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2530

Sunny with views over farmland and the Paparoa Showgrounds. These lots are designed for two-bedroom dwellings suitable for senior residents. Covenants apply. A small annual financial contribution from residents meets the ongoing cost of maintenance.

Beautiful 1930´s villa relocated to park-like grounds on 9390 sqm. Lovingly restored and thoughtfully renovated with modern convenience in mind. Character abounds, lots of outdoor flow. Orchard, large freshwater pond, 3-bay shed. Lots of parking. Ph Rhoda today!

JILL POWELL Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2296

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2523

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4192

CNR TE WHARAU RD & SH14, DARGAVILLE

$350,000 27 HURNDALL STREET EAST, MAUNGATUROTO

$575,000 4 PAPAROA STATION ROAD, PAPAROA

$750,000

455B MT WESLEY COAST ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$299,000

YOU HAVE THE PLANS & I HAVE THE LAND

ENJOY SUMMER LIVING

PAPAROA LIFESTYLE

BUILD YOUR NEW HOME HERE

This is a fabulous bare block of 2.076 Hectares / 5.1 acres at Awakino Point. The property will be fully fenced with a new road entrance and gate off Te Wharau Rd. There is a new power connectrion to the property. The property is subject to the title being issued which is due to happen very shortly. Sale price inclusive of GST if any. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4172

Large four bedroom 120 sqm insulated home with open plan kitchen/dining and good indoor/outdoor flow on low maintenance fully fenced 812 sqm section all handy to town. Cool down on the front deck with swimming pool and gazebo or take a short walk to the pub for lunch. Plenty of parking for you and your boat and excellent workshop and carport space. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2529

3 bedroom, 1bathroom, 2 toilets, attached double garage, open plan kitchen, dining, lounge. Plenty of decking for indoor/outdoor flow. 2 bay lockable shed plus 2 bay implement shed. Walk to town to enjoy Saturday morning farmers market, cafe, dairy and store. Plenty of parking.

Located less than 10 minutes from town with a great rural outlook is this fully fenced 7911m2 lifestyle block, perfect for your next family home. Also has power to boundary & right to convey water. Vendor is also selling a 13HA block next door if more land is what you need.

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2506

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS4189

205 HOKIANGA ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$365,000 103 HURNDALL STREET MAUNGATUROTO

$629,000 64 OVENS ROAD, MATAKOHE

$899,000

154 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO Price by Negotiation

VINTAGE WEATHERBOARD COTTAGE. GOOD LOCATION.

RECENTLY RENOVATED AND READY TO GO

MATAKOHE LIFESTYLE

HOME, BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL SPACE

The 1950’s build still retains the original footprint with weatherboard exterior and freshly painted interior. The home has been refreshed added features include a HRV and a heat pump. Work on the kitchen is still on going with only the unit doors to be added. All new appliances and counter top. Large family friendly section with a garden shed and carport. MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS4191

Beautifully renovated 4 bedroom home with new kitchen and bathroom. Open plan living with enclosed conservatory and downstairs gaming room. Large garage/workshop, fully fenced section and an amazing outdoor entertainment area. Hard flooring throughout including matai timber. A "must view" property. KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB ID MRE2521

Private 2 X 3 bedroom homes nestled on 6.337 ha´s. Each home has open plan kitchen, dining and lounge with access to decking for the indoor outdoor flow. Plus there is a half round barn with concrete floor and lean to plus another shed for storage. Loading race and holding pen. Land is flat to gentle slope. A great spot. SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2527

Home, commercial and business can be all yours today! Home décor business that has been run as a passion project supplying the districts with beautiful items for the home. Two bedroom house nestled at the back. Excellent location and foot traffic. Dreams Retail Store is now on the market!

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

FORD RANGER WILDTRAK 2020

4WD

• 7,282km • 1,996cc diesel engine • 10-speed auto

$76,990 $83,000

FORD ESCAPE ST-LINE FWD 2020 FWD *DEMO

• 64km • 1,999cc petrol engine • Automatic

• 208,637km • 2,953cc diesel engine • Manual

FORD ESCAPE ST-LINE X ECOBOOST 2021

• 45km • 1,999cc petrol engine • Automatic

$55,990 + ORC

FORD FALCON FG G6E 2008

• 428km • 999cc petrol engine • Automatic

• 90,174km • 3,984cc petrol engine • Automatic

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FORD PUMA BASE 2020

GREAT CONDITION LOW MILEAGE!

$31,990 + ORC

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$20,990

FRONT AND REAR MUD FLAPS

$47,990

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FORD RANGER TD XLT DC W/S 2008

BI-TURBO 10-SPEED 4WD

SHAR SCHULTZ Mob 022 046 4790 WEB ID MC2528

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

$10,990