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Government moves for flood protection u by Andy Bryenton

A year after Cyclone Gabrielle and two concurrent weather bomb events in the mid-north, Northland MP Grant McCallum has announced a new package of flood resilience works, to help safeguard Dargaville against disaster.

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Welcoming a new era The Selwyn Park School community and kaumātua embraced principal Todd Warmington and deputy principal Richard Truter in a pōwhiri last …

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As part of a flood resilience plan worth $12.9 million, Dargaville and its surrounds are set to receive more than $1 million of protection from the elements.

“Last year’s flooding wreaked havoc across Northland, damaging homes and livelihoods while cutting communities off from the rest of the region and all of us from the rest of the country,” said Mr McCallum.

“These flood resilience projects will go a long way to reducing the impact of storms to come and keeping the roads open so we can stay connected. There is still much to be done to build the resilient infrastructure Northland needs, but these projects will make a real difference the next time nature comes knocking.”

The projects include remediation of the Awakino River mouth, including desilting, to remove the risk of flooding, of the kind that blocked travel between Dargaville and Whangārei during Cyclone Gabrielle. It has been priced at $350,000. Additionally, flooding risk will be diminished by the expansion of the Beach Road culvert, another piece of water control infrastructure struck by last year’s flooding. A new, better box culvert will cost $400,000.

A further $280,000 will be used to bolster the Murphy Bower stopbank protecting Ruawai. This million­dollar investment in Dargaville is matched by a similar expenditure in Whangārei.

“The additional $4 million to get these projects across the line, announced by Minister for Emergency Management

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and Recovery, Hon Mark Mitchell, is a welcome contribution to Northland’s flood resilience,” McCallum said.

“By supporting these projects, the government is making a substantial contribution to Northland’s recovery and resilience. We need to learn so we can make changes to reduce the impacts of future weather events. These

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projects are great examples of making changes that build future resilience,” said Mr Mitchell.

These four projects are in addition to the nearly $8.9 million allocated to seven projects last year, making the government’s contribution to Northland’s flood resilience total more than $12.9 million. ¢

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Valuations show large percentage gains

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Kaipara District Council has released new rating valuations for properties across the district, with a substantial rise in values across all categories.

Eighty years on the water have not diminished the impact of seeing the HDML (harbour defence motor launch) Kuparu riding at anchor in Dargaville on a visit for the Kaipara season of regattas.

Since the last time valuations were published, in 2020, the value of residential housing has increased by a large 37 per cent, with the land value component of this rise topping 70 per cent. This gain puts the average cost of a Kaipara home at close to $850,000. p Dargaville and Ruawai were singled out for comment by Quotable Value While Mangawhai as areas of high rateable value gain has cemented its place as the fastest­growing coastal town the most active groups in these markets in New Zealand, western Kaipara has also and have therefore experienced some of performed well. the largest average value increases since “Since we last revalued Kaipara in 2020 — particularly in and around Ruawai 2020, we’ve witnessed a strong increase and Dargaville.” in residential property value levels overall.

Valuations will be posted from January Though property values have softened 31 2024, and will arrive in letterboxes in over the past 18 months or so, they early February. You can also check them are substantially higher than their pre­ out online at kaipara.govt.nz/services/ pandemic levels,” said QV Auckland and rates/rates­property­search, or in person northern area manager Sanjay Kanji. at your local council office. Property “Properties at the more affordable end owners have until March 8 2024, to raise of the ladder have experienced the highest objections to the valuations if they wish increases due to competition from first­ to. Objection forms are available online at home buyers and investors, who remain quotablevalue.co.nz or from the KDC. ¢

“She served during the war, sailing between Fiji and New Zealand, and later went from being a grey navy boat to a black Fisheries boat. The name Kuparu refers to the John Dory,” says captain Scott Perry.

He began restoration work on the Kupara in 2016, after the ex­ naval vessel had languished for two decades in disrepair. Now restored to its former glory, the 55­metre­long patrol launch is on a tour of the Kaipara Harbour’s many summer regattas and has p The harbour motor patrol launch Kuparu, anchored tied up at Dargaville’s Northern in Dargaville on a tour of Kaipara regattas Wairoa Boating Club as a temporary home base.

The US Navy sent the Kuparu, built Scott says the Kuparu was one of of Oregon pine, to do the job, and she a small fleet of patrol craft sent to served with distinction in this role and New Zealand in 1944 to protect New with fisheries officers up until 1989. Only Zealand waters from the Japanese three vessels of this design remain afloat Imperial Navy, which had made daring anywhere in the world. riads via submarine earlier in the Mr Perry served in the navy as a second world war. By 1944 a series of mechanic. He used his skills to overhaul pivotal battles had pushed the Pacific the engines, fittings and fixtures of this naval front back toward Asia, but maritime survivor, bringing the Kuparu safeguarding supply lines and keeping back to saltwater and delighting boaties harbours free of enemy sabotage were around the north by making appearances real concerns. at regatta events. ¢

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Lightening energy burdens u by Amy Fifita

Northpower has enlisted the help of Ecobulb and local assessors, Rohan Wallace and Valda Henare to help drive power expenses down for families in Kaipara.

With funding from the Ministr y of Business, Innovation and Employ­ ment’s Support for Energy Education in Communities ( S E EC ) P r o g r a m m e , Northpower approached Ecobulb about its powersaving initiative.

“We knew they had run a pilot in the King Country with that programme and p Northpower community partnerships lead Arriane Christie (left) and Kaipara energy assessors Rohan Wallace and Valda wanted to bring that up to Henare are providing free power-saving advice, lightbulbs and the Whangārei and Kaipara shower heads districts. We wanted to help our communities with energy education,” Rohan said before Valda joined the said community partnerships lead team, he covered the Dargaville area on Arriane Christie. weekends. Now, they share the load and The assessors go into homes with a help each other where required. questionnaire, look at ways to decrease “The best part of the job is meeting energy use, and give up to 15 new LED people. We show them how it works, light bulbs depending on the household’s clean heat pump filters and check needs. It provides individualised shower heads. I love educating the education and time with people. community on how to save power,” Mr “I returned home nine months ago and Wallace said. loved the concept of helping people save Northpower has also put funding money on their power bills. It has been a into it and hopes it will be a long-term good experience for me to meet old and programme depending on the company’s new friends,” said Valda. budget and government input. ¢

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Strong winds and showers failed to deter showgoers from attending the 147th Paparoa A&P Show last Saturday. There was strong attendance at the Northern Districts Team Roping — Paparoa arena, with all-out action in the barrel racing, games and the roping events later in the afternoon. Young

visitors took delight in the bouncy castles, petting farm and participating in the Country Kids Challenge. There were also cattle, goats, shearing, woodchopping, shearing and equestrian rings in action throughout the day. Lifestyler caught some of the action on the day with the camera lens. ¢

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Welcoming a new era

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The Selwyn Park School community and kaumātua embraced principal Todd Warmington and deputy principal Richard Truter in a pōwhiri last Friday.

Dargaville Blue Light youths Matui Whatarau and Roy ManuelTata recently travelled to Whenuapai Air Base to engage in the New Zealand Defence Force Youth Development Unit’s Life Skills Programme.

“I feel a strong sense of honour and pleasure to be the new principal of Selwyn Park School.

The former principal Vern Stevens will always remain a part of this school,” said principal Todd Warmington.

Mr Warmington was supported by his family on the day. He has been the acting principal of the education facility since last year. The board of trustees chair said Mr Stevens had p Last Friday, deputy principal Richard Truter and principal Todd Warmington were officially sworn into their leadership roles laid a foundation for the school’s future.

“I enjoy a challenge. Everyone “It is now a new era for our school. Our is special, and if we ignore that, it goal is to become the first­choice school is detrimental to our country. My for Dargaville tamariki. It is exciting, commitment to whānau here is the refreshing and preparation for change,” taonga and to nurture them. I am said board of trustees chair Karen grateful for the opportunity to be part Joyce­Paki. of the journey,” said deputy principal Students presented various cultural Richard Truter.

Former SPS principal Vern Stevens performances to welcome the new leaders of the school. The day also featured a and commander Inspector Maria workshop for parents and staff to give Nordstrom also attended the gathering feedback on what they want, need and to honour and embrace the incoming school leaders. ¢ expect from the school going forward.

“We selected two Dargaville boys, Matui and Roy, to do a week­long residential­based life skills camp.

They did day­to­day defence force routines and teambuilding tasks,” said youth crime prevention team lead Trent Bradley.

Mr Bradley said that both children appreciated the programme. The camp focusses on youth wellbeing, and participants experience the unique possibilities they are not normally exposed to in their regular lives.

“Matui wants to join the Royal New Zealand Navy after experiencing the camp. It was an eye­opener for him, and he has picked up some routines p Roy Manuel-Tata and Matui Whatarau after receiving their life skills completion certificates at the end-offrom his time there. Roy has made camp prize-giving at the Whenupai Air Force Base some friends who he thinks will be friends for life.” think it is our business and service to NZ Police, Royal New Zealand Air Force, help them and offer support for anyone Blue Light and RNZN members staff the who needs it,” said Youth Aid Constable programme. The camp concluded with a Reuben Cohen. march out before a prize­giving ceremony.

The Dargaville Blue Light team “We select people with the potential empowers youth by also providing driver’s to make good community choices to do licence assistance, school programmes the camps. Many would be surprised at and other support. Blue Light works the challenges our youth face. The Blue in partnership with the NZ Police and Light ethos is to empower youth, and we Sport Northland. ¢

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Rallying for recruits

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Whānau Āwhina Plunket Kaipara is offering free car seat checks and installations for parents at the Dargaville Plunket Clinic on Monday, February 12, between 10am–noon.

Dargaville’s first responders will hold an interagency recruitment drive at the Emergency Services Expo 2024 on Saturday, February 10 from 10.30am–2pm at the St John ambulance station, 90 Normanby Street.

“I started the injury prevention role last July. I have two roles in Plunket. This car seat job is client­based, which I love,” said injury prevention coordinator Amber Hallamore­Russell.

“It is awesome to be in the community to understand what families need and provide real help to people. Knowing children are as safe as they can be makes me feel good.”

The Northland Road Safety Trust funds the service. It also gives Plunket 40 convertible seats and 20 booster seats to donate to struggling families.

Referrals are done through the clinical nurses and kaiāwhina.

“Some factors that often catch parents out are seat expiry dates, chest clips and seats that require a tether point. The law states that children must be in an appropriate child restraint until they are at least seven years old, and we recommend until they are 148 centimetres tall.”

The Dargaville car seat service is available on the second Monday of every second month at the Dargaville Plunket rooms, 29 Hokianga Road. This service is also available in Kaiwaka and Mangawhai.

Amber said people can call her for car seat assistance, especially if they are based remotely. For further

p Injury prevention coordinator Amber Hallamore-Russell will be in Dargaville, ensuring the children can be safely restrained in their car seats, capsules and booster seats

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“We also have many volunteer opportunities for coffee and playgroups, including other activities like fundraising.

We would love to hear from you.” ¢

“We come together on the roads and in other incidents, but this is the first collective recruitment. We want to make our services reflect our diverse community and bridge the cultural barriers so people are comfortable to engage with us,” said Sergeant William Paki.

The Department of Corrections is also recruiting staff. St John p Sergeant William Paki says he has been in Dargaville for 23 years and loves that he can walk down the street and paramedic Steph Frost talk to people from various backgrounds desiring to see the says compassion, empathy, community thrive kindness and teamwork are Surf Life Saving Baylys Beach will also great traits to have as a paramedic. The ambulance service wishes to crew its be in attendance. Club captain Kyran Gillespie said SLSBB is recruiting people second vehicle.

“It was a way for me to give back to the who are willing to learn. Lifeguard and community and help them. Volunteers patrol support positions are available.

“I grew up in the area and enjoy the play a massive role in providing our service to the community,” said Steph. club’s social aspect and participating Dargaville Fire Brigade chief fire in multiple surf lifesaving activities,” officer Jason Campbell says they are said Kyran.

There will be a free barbecue, looking for people on the ground for fire information and active stalls at the call­outs.

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Challenge accepted at Poutō

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The Poutō Lighthouse Challenge will return in 2025 due to popular demand after a well-patronised event last week galvanised public support.

An overcast morning on January 27 was no deterrent to competitors, who took the opportunity of more clement temperatures and low tides to start early.

“I’m absolutely stoked with an amazing turnout for the Poutō Lighthouse Challenge — it was an absolutely epic day,” said event organiser Joesephine Nathan.

“Thanks to all of my friends, the competitors who p Supporters and contestants gather at the start and finish line of the Poutō Lighthouse Challenge came, and my whānau who helped with the kaupapa yesterday — it walkers, runners and cyclists all came was epic. Due to the high demand of together to enjoy the scenery of this west people asking me to do another one next Kaipara location, and in doing so, raised year, I am seriously considering running more than $2,000 for the Cancer Society another event in 2025.” of New Zealand.

Support for the contestants came A date was later released, confirming a 2025 challenge. To fit in with tides from many well-wishers and local groups, and times, this looks set for January 18 including Poutō Topu A, which contributed next year. a spit roast to feed hungry challenge The popularity of the Poutō Lighthouse patrons, Dargaville Countdown, many Challenge has grown each year, with more folks associated with Waikaretu Marae and more people coming to complete and the Poutō community, and the Rapid the beachside trek from the new Poutō Relief Team all helped make the day wharf to the historic lighthouse. This year, a success. ¢

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“We want to reach out to the community and remind them to be more vehicle security conscious, and it is good for owners to be aware of the car models targeted in the district,” said Sergeant Kiley Dalbeth.

The Toyota Aqua and Corolla, Nissan Tiida, Mazda Demio and Atenza ranked among the top positions in the recent AMI p Constable Trae Harrison dusting for fingerprints on a Insurance top 10 stolen vehicle after a spike in car thefts and crimes in Kaipara cars list.

“In Kaipara, these are the vehicles cars were successfully stolen and we have been dealing with. We have three, that we know of, were attempted been recovering vehicles manufactured thefts. Inquiries into the current spree in 2005, 2006 and 2014.” have created some positive leads,” said Sergeant Dalbeth said there are Constable Trae Harrison. ways to prevent and deter assailants, Dargaville police believe the thieves like parking in well-lit areas and have come from out of the district taking the keys out of the ignition. intending to take valuable items Other precautions include having a and vehicles. security alarm and a steering lock “We have increased our presence installed. People are asked not to leave and are patrolling our community valuables visible when leaving them in more. We have some suspects in mind their automobiles. and encourage anyone with car theft “None of the vehicles taken had and crime information to call 105,” preventative measures in place. Three Sergeant Dalbeth said. ¢

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Northland student network

Community combats cyber hazards

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The Rangatahi Mo Apopo is a youth-led initiative, through Tai Timu Tai Pari, for local youth boarding at Auckland schools to connect and awhi (embrace) one another on their journey.

The Northern Wairoa Kāhui Ako has invited Our Kids Online founder Rob Cope to Kaipara on Wednesday, February 14 at 6.30pm, at Dargaville High School to talk to parents about risks online.

“Makaya and I were at Epsom Girls’ Grammar School boarding, where we noticed a lack of connection with other Te Tai Tokerau students. We identified that academic support in moving from a Northland to Auckland school was a struggle,” said programme founder Samaria Kaipo.

Samaria plays rugby for the Auckland Storm, Under 18s Māori Ngā Mareikura team, Auckland Thunder and the Ponsonby Fillies and has captained the Te Tai Tokerau Natives.

“We decided that this kaupapa (programme) would be good to build connections and confidence for our youth here. We trialled it last year with a boy’s hostel.” p Former Black Ferns captain Eloise Blackwell is confirmed as a mentor for the Rangatira Mo Programme co­founder Mikaya Apopo initiative Kaipo says all the boys from last year’s trial reconnected with them this year. It is enjoy the sporting aspects of schooling,” designed to assist future generations with Makaya said. support like group activities and sports.

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Filmmaker Rob Cope will p The Northern Wairoa Kāhui Ako invited Rob Cope to speak at The Ultimate Parents’ Dargaville to help parents protect their children online Guide to Understanding our Kids’ Online World and How to Keep the more parents that engage with it, the better it will be for everyone.”

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Some of the event’s content is not Rob and Zareen Cope are filmmakers who have made documentaries about appropriate for children. The two­hour online hazards for tamariki and how to programme will cover mature topics like combat them as parents. The couple cyberbullying, social media, gaming and created OKO after witnessing the harm brain development, online predators, that the online world placed on children. pornography and boundaries.

“We feel that the best way to deal “It is free, and something that any parent would benefit from, and all of the with cyber risks is to do it collectively as NWKA schools noticed it as a concern. a community,” said Dargaville Primary We would love for them to attend as School principal Curtis Gaylor. ¢

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Brazilian jiu-jitsu in Paparoa

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Jiu-jitsu coach Kyle Clements has found and met a need in his community, starting a successful martial arts gym which now helps enrich the lives of 40 locals.

It’s a red-letter day for fans of classic cars and bikes on March 16, as the Dargaville Rod and Custom Club issue an invitation to its biggest show ever.

H e a n d fel l ow coach Sam Turner help guide students from the age of five and up, promoting fitness, confidence and competitive skill in the ring.

“I was training in Ruakākā, and the boss of the gym there gave me the opportunity to open my own here in Paparoa,” says Kyle. “It was obviously needed p Some of Paparoa’s Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioners, who are enjoying this fun and competitive sport thanks to two local coaches in the community because soon we had plenty of people bigger brothers, devising a new signing up, and they love it.” technique.

Kyle said many of those who have “The best way to get fit for jiu­jitsu picked up Brazilian jiu­jitsu have never is to train for it,” says Kyle, who invites practised a martial art or similar everyone to come and give the popular sport before. sport a try. “We’re at the Paparoa War “This martial art has an edge as you Memorial Hall on Mondays and Fridays, are training with full resistance. It’s like with kids’ classes at 4.15pm, intermediate human chess. There is a very strategic classes at 5.15pm and adult classes element to it.” at 6.15pm.”

Brazilian jiu­jitsu is said to have begun Later this year the world championship with a family of four brothers, who all of the sport will take place in Japan. Kyle and Sam, who have recently won gold at competed in martial arts.

The youngest and smallest devised the New Zealand nationals, are keen to clever ways to defeat his heavier, take a local team to compete. ¢

Taking advantage of the fine weather and the wide open spaces of the easily accessible Northland Field Days site, the hot rod and b i ke e n t h u s i a s t s have envisioned a festival of chrome and horsepower, with classics, customs and auto culture on display.

Awakino Point Road p A previous Dargaville Hot Rods and Harleys people’s choice award will host a gathering of winner — Craig Rollands’ 1941 Ford pickup beautifully restored and reimagined machinery to delight young The 2024 Hot Rods and Harleys show and old, as well as a swap meet and carried on from Greg’s prior gatherings of plenty of food truck cuisine. classic and custom cars and motorcycles, “The idea is that, after the field days held at his engineering premises in come in, all the tractors and exhibits central Dargaville. With huge numbers of are gone within two weeks, leaving a fans flocking to events in Kumeu, Orewa clear, level, wide area where we can and Waipu in the middle of summer, have a massive car show,” says Greg he and his fellow club members are Smith, local engineer, hot rod builder certain that there’s an appetite out there and host of several previous Dargaville for automobilia. based automotive events.

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The recent Experiencing Marine Reserves programme at Kai Iwi Lakes was a success, with people as young as four years old snorkelling to explore the underwater ecosystem.

“I was a foundation member of the Mountains To Sea Conser vation Trust and started EMR 23 years ago to share a water passion with young people.

It has evolved into offering events and programmes to more areas of Northland from Tapotupotu to Maitai Bay,” said EMR founder Samara Nicholas.

The EMR and WC are run by the MTSC Trust. A Check, Clean, Dry representative p Families got to experience the biodiversity of the Kai Iwi was there to educate people Lakes on Northland Anniversary Weekend with Experiencing about how to prevent pest Marine Reserves species in the lakes. EMR’s sister programme, Whitebait Connection species. Snorkellers had the opportunity (WBC), attended the event with fun to see gambusia, eels, freshwater activities for children like colouring in, crayfish, common bully and the dune games, bug catching and facts. lake galaxias, which is rare and only “I have been working with WBC for found at the lakes.” three years, delivering school and Volunteers from Northland and community programmes. I am passionate Auckland guided day, twilight and about ecology and education and love to night snorkel sessions for snorkellers incorporate that into working with schools in the water and through reeds at and community organisations,” said WBC Promenade Point. national coordinator Patricia Clark.

“We are grateful to Water Safety New “The lake environment is unique Zealand and other sponsors for making to EMR and has invasive fish like the this event happen,” said EMR regional gambusia competing with the native coordinator Ray Downing. ¢

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The Hughes Trust donates money each year to selected community-spirited charitable groups, helping them keep up their good work in accord with the wishes of the trust’s founder.

This year, as in previous ones, the Hughes Trust is seeking applications from charitable groups, especially those focussing on supporting local young people.

Grants of $500 will be disbursed to those selected after careful consideration by a panel of three Dargaville Rotarians. This close association with the Rotary Club is due to the late Mr Hughes’ lifelong involvement with that organisation.

“Bill Hughes was a civic figure, the borough’s deputy mayor in the time before the Kaipara District was amalgamated, and a longserving Rotarian,” says Brian Burnett, who is helping to disburse p Rotarian spokesman Brian Burnett invites charitable groups to apply for an annual round of legacy funding this year’s grants.

“He left part of his estate to support in the north, Tangiteroria in the east and charities, with a focus on those which Poutō in the south, including Dargaville.

The money could go a long way to support the youth. It was his way of continuing to do good in the community, keeping smaller, grassroots groups out his legacy.” there and engaged with locals, says Brian.

Anyone who is involved with Application forms are available from community-spirited charitable works in the Dargaville Rotary Club Facebook page the area spanned by the old Dargaville or prue-brian.burnett@xtra.co.nz. The and Hobson County boundaries is eligible deadline for return is no later than March to apply. It covers Waipoua and Tutamoe 18 2024. ¢

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Retirement & Lifestyle Ageing possibilities u by Amy Fifita

As people age, they often require more assistance; here are some considerations for navigating the journey into residential care.

After the difficult talks are complete, it’s time to decide what type of care is best.

There are various options available; not all require a relocation to a rest home. The assistance offered can vary depending on a needs assessment service coordination (NASC). It can help establish what care is relevant and whether it is a temporary or an ongoing issue.

Home support allows a person to stay based on where they are. A caregiver then enters the home to provide help with showers, food preparation, medication or whatever is suitable according to the NASC assessment. Respite care is available for families or full­time caregivers who look

after their loved ones. Temporary lodging can be at a rest home, or friends and family can step in place of the usual carer.

That can be done via NASC, and funding is available through the Ministry of Health.

Transitioning to a retirement village is a comfortable plan for many. People get to stay at an independent house on the facility grounds while having the reassurance that if there is a fall or medical event, there is a nurse or someone who can help nearby.

For many, staying in a retirement home is like a stepping stone. Individuals or couples can stay in their homes until more care is required, and then they can

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Transitioning to a rest home setting can be hard. Going in for a meet and greet can help make the move smoother. Talking to coordinators, staff

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Whatever retirement pathway is taken, it’s going to be different. Ensure that all options are explored and make a realistic decision. ¢

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Retirement & Lifestyle Hearing and health go hand in hand u by Andy Bryenton

Hearing aids have come a long way in recent years, becoming smaller, smarter, more precise and less obtrusive.

While these devices have developed into an affordable and convenient solution for the hearing loss often associated with ageing, research published last month by doctors at the University of Southern California’s School of Medicine has revealed an interesting side effect.

“We found that adults with hearing loss who regularly used hearing aids had a 24 per cent lower risk of mortality than those who never wore them,” said researcher Dr Janet Choi, an otolaryngologist at the university.

The study, headed by Dr Choi, tracked more than 10 years of US federal health survey data spanning 10,000 people.

While previous studies had shown a link between untreated hearing loss and reduced life span, they had not touched on the mechanism by which retaining hearing could improve the odds of living to a ripe old age. Now, USC medical researchers have determined that using hearing aids can reduce social isolation, reduce the chances of suffering from depression, and even protect the brain against dementia.

In the new study, they found a nearly 25 per cent lower risk of early death

among the hard of hearing who regularly use a hearing aid, as opposed to those who never use them. That difference remained steady even after taking into account other factors like age, ethnicity, income, education and medical history.

Researchers speculate this boost to life expectancy could be tied to the benefits improved hearing brings to brain function and mental health. People connected to the world around them, to their friends and relatives, and those engaged in current events, community, and daily life are more likely to have positive mental health outcomes. Hearing makes up a big part of this interaction.

It’s not an abstract scientific exercise for Dr Choi. Born with hearing loss in her left ear, the university researcher didn’t find a hearing aid which could help her for three decades. Now, she is devoting her time and skill to assisting others in hearing the whole spectrum of sounds the world offers.

The biggest barriers to hearing aid use remain the same in most developed nations, including New Zealand. They are affordability, a good fit, and the perceived social stigma of showing signs of hearing loss or ageing, all factors which can be overcome with the help of an audiologist and your doctor. ¢

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ArApohue Show Saturday 10th February 2024 A message from the president u by Andy Bryenton, Northern Wairoa A&P Show president

A warm welcome to all those planning to attend the 132nd year of A&P show action at Arapohue.

If you are reading this message, then it’s likely that you’re already part of that storied history, having visited the showgrounds in previous summers.

If not, you are about to join a very long roll call of visitors and patrons who have passed through the showground gates over 13 decades, enjoying some Northern Wairoa hospitality.

This year, as every year, the show is for the community. The farming and rural sector of west Kaipara has always been the engine room of the local economy, and it’s made up of great people doing great work.

Here, for this day, country life is the star of the show, with old­fashioned crafts and time­honoured traditions elevated to

the status of friendly competition. From breeding and raising impressive livestock to the flash of the shears, the aroma of home baking, the colours of fresh­cut flowers in bloom, and the sight of horses and riders in perfect harmony, there is much to celebrate. Ribbons will be won, and trophies lofted, but by being part of this tradition and celebrating what’s important, everyone wins.

This year, there’s an increasing sentiment out there in the public that the skills of tilling a garden, preserving a harvest, being sustainable and cultivating the land are important. While there’s fun to be had tossing the gumboot and pitching in with the tug of war, there’s a lot to learn and a lot to share in the indoor and outdoor sections of the show as well.

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In a Claas of its own u by Andy Bryenton

In sports, a hat trick of three wins is a rare and prestigious achievement, but it’s even more so in the world of technical design, where major agricultural manufacturers compete with multi-million-dollar research budgets.

The triple crown of accolades for any tractor encompasses three awards. Firstly, the Tractor of the Year award from Europe’s immense Agritechnica. Secondly, the Farm Machine of the Year award was decided by the discerning judges of the German Deutscher Landwirtschaftsverlag council of farming experts. Finally, the US­based AE50 award from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.

To claim one of these is a career­defining victory. To claim all three takes a very special machine indeed. This year, all these top awards went to a single tractor, the Claas Xerion 12 series.

“We are delighted about the p The Claas Xerion 12 Series has taken home three of the top awards in global farming renowned AE50 Award for our new Xerion 12 series,” said senior vice numerous features that are unique in this machine’s weight eases the impact on president of Product Unit System Tractors performance class.” soil and increases the ability of the Xerion Dr Johannes Weisbrodt.

That class is undoubtedly heavyweight. to bring its impressive 653 horsepower “After two high­ranking awards at The big Xerion has been designed from to bear. There’s also 3,100 Nm of torque Agritechnica, this award is another great the ground up to handle the biggest confirmation of our Xerion development tasks in farming, deployed with either team and its years of work, and underlines the largest dual tyres available or four the innovative approach of the series with tank­like crawler tracks. Spreading the

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‘Despite the immense power and the huge dimensions, the Xerion is, thanks to the latest generation of the continuously variable CMATIC transmission with four mechanical areas, a very easy­to­use system,’ said the Agritechnica judges in their report.

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“Farmers have been crying out for reform of our cumbersome resource management laws for decades, but those reforms needed to be done right,” said Federated Farmers spokesperson Mark Hooper.

“Unfortunately, Labour’s reform programme completely missed the mark.

Instead of offering more certainty and making life easier for New Zealanders, they were going to deliver the exact opposite: complexity, cost and uncertainty.”

As the NBEA approached its implementation, fears about additional red tape, regulation and restrictions joined a chorus of opprobrium from farming communities centred on legislative overreach. Groups such as Groundswell listed the RMA replacement alongside provisions for Significant Natural Area mapping, water restrictions and even the tax on new utes in a long tally of grievances.

“The previous Labour government claimed the NBA would simplify planning rules, but the act (a 900­

page monster) was just as long as the RMA, and it introduced significant new legal complexity and uncertainty,” said Infrastructure and RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop.

The fact that Mr Bishop has an entire ministerial portfolio dedicated to replacing the now well­out­of­date RMA speaks to the urgency with which the coalition views this work. It’s their intent to get new legislation on the books during a single parliamentary term. The first phase of their plan was the repeal of the NBEA, while retaining fast­track provisions and ensuring settlements under Te Tiriti are upheld.

“In the second phase of the reform, the government will amend the RMA to make it easier to consent new infrastructure, including renewable energy, allow farmers to farm, build more houses, and enable aquaculture and other primary industries,” said Mr Bishop.

“The third phase of the reform will replace the RMA with new resource management laws based on the enjoyment of property rights while ensuring good environmental outcomes.”

Farming advocacy groups say 2024 is the time to move, fast, on making those changes. Their main points are reducing

p Chris Bishop, RMA Reform Minister, says a resource consenting process that’s simple to navigate is a top priority

the cost of resource consenting, reducing the complexity and time spent on the process, and ensuring that local councils are empowered to give local people a voice in how their districts develop.

“The new government now needs to get to work drafting a replacement that will reduce cost and complexity in the planning system and empower local democracy,” says Mark Hooper. ¢

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Boss sez roll on tha footy seesin “Ya no Dog, I will be rilly pleased wen it’s footy time again because these summer days are getting a bit hot and bothery, don’t you reckin?”

Gidday readas, an’ I don’t suppose Boss rilly thought I would tell him an opinion, but yes, I hada agree with him that it’s blimmin’ hot out ona paddicks these days. Mattra fact, I been going from troff to tha creek to tha nek troff just to jump in an’ cool off. I reckin acterly Boss is jealiss that he can’t get in, too. Too big for a troff anyway.

Well, we got a little cool breeze wen we got ona Big Red Quod an’ we headed back down tha big hill ona new limestone kattill race fer smoko, an’ Boss grabbed a shower ina woolshed sheerers block before cuppatees ona woolshed steps.

His gerlfren’ Sharlene was waiting wiv tha cupptees tray an’ sum bikkies.

“You smell nice Deah,” she sed to tha Boss. An’ he grunted. “One of them lady sherers that was hear left sum shampoo stuff, that’s probly it.”

So Sharlene pattid me an’ slipped me a bikkie, an’ sed Boss shood use shampoo more offin. Boss slurped his cuppatees an’ said again that tha whether was rilly hot and it wood be good when footy seesin started in cooler days.

Sharlene said he was probably right, but picked up tha papa I got froma road gate ina morning an’ said she felt sorry for the Orl Blacks.

“Looky hear Deah, wen you were playing footy for Northland ya mite have

a couple of games away ina season, but poor old Razer, tha new coach, gonna have his work cut out, ’cos they loaded him ana boys with so many games.”

Boss lookt ata papa an’ after a minite he sed: “Its all about munny, more than sport I reckin. Tha game today is all about check books, an’ the players just gotta earn there keep.”

Sharlene took the papa back an’ red in her skoolteacher voice: “The huge list of games shows ever­increasing commercial pressure points engulfing the national team. There are 14 tests in nine countries and lots of Scott Rbninson’s players are new to the game. Some old experience has been lost from the team.

“They are off to play the Springboks in South Africa, then going to play six tests against the world’s top five nations. That will sort the men from the boys and they going to play Fiji in San Diego and that’s purely about money, too. Bigger audience all round.”

Boss pored more cupptees and sed all he wanted was fer footy to start. “Big TV ina woolshed, barbecue goin’ and lotsa cold bears ina frige, nice an’ cool ina winter, that will do me Deah.”

Sharlene said: “Ya gotta good point Deah.” As fer me readas, I got no problim too. Snug in me fadge, barbecue leff overs.Outta tha hot sun. What’s not to want? Roll on the cool whether eh?

See ya — Billy ¢

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At the forthcoming A&P show in Arapohue and similar events around the country, the spectacle and suspense of competitive shearing is a true crowd-pleaser.

What began as an arduous job, completed by hard­working and hard­ living men in the 1800s, has become a rural sport with a dedicated following, and it’s one of the drawcard attractions of any country show. Like sheepdog trials, which also claim inspiration from New Zealand’s colourful rural history, competitive shearing can trace its roots back to a more rough­and­ready time, when Australian shearing gangs came across the Tasman to meet a growing demand and were viewed as rogues and ruffians by many Kiwi farmers.

Rivalry turned the art of shearing into a sport. Large custom­built shearing sheds became the norm from 1857 onward, when the first one was built in the Amuri district. A workforce of other farm labourers, including drovers, fleece gatherers, sorters and pressers, were present and would watch the shearers battle it out. Kiwi against Australian match­ ups soon became contests between towns, provinces, and the emerging rock stars of shearing.

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The first shearing contest with official status was held at the 1973 Canterbury A&P Show. It was the 1902 Hawke’s Bay show that created a real buzz around the sport, with the great Raihania beating 35 other top shearers to retain his title.

Poverty Bay hosted the Kiwi champs until the late 1940s, with the Royal A&P Show taking up the top spot p Shearing is a major skill that’s vital for farming wool, but it also has a long history as a competitive sport right through until the 1970s. The At this week’s A&P Show in Arapohue, coming along to watch, it’s interesting first Golden Shears was held in Masterton in 1961 and soon became the premiere shearers will pit their skill, speed and to know that this spectacle is not just strength against each other and against a test of endurance and accuracy but a event in New Zealand shearing. the clock, displaying a rare talent that proper home­grown sport with a long and is a true part of rural heritage. If you’re storied past. ¢

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February

Waitangi ki Kaipara — 6 February, Te Awa Riverside Gardens, 11am–3pm. Featuring live entertainment, cultural performances, healing space, interactive craft, Toi Maori stalls, kai stalls, waka ama, and so much more!

Come and Drum! — Every Thursday for 5 weeks starting 8th February to 7th March. Beginners & more … 6–7pm Baylys Beach Community Centre, 52 Seaview Road, $15 per session or $60 for all 5 sessions, $10 for Gold Card Holders. Drums provided.

Bookings Essential. Enquiries or to book, contact Josie on 021 0223 8621, josie.scott@xtra.co.nz or visit www. josiescott.org.

Today’s Calf, Tomorrow’s Cow Workshop — Dairy Women’s Network. 9 February, 9am to 2pm at the Tangiteroria Sports Complex. Members free, Non­ members $30. Register at www.dwn.co.nz/events/ todays­calf­tomorrows­cow­northland­2024.

Northern Wairoa A&P Show — 10th February Arapohue Showgrounds, Gate entry $8 adult, $15 couple, $2 children, under 5 free.

Dargaville Firearm & Military Collectors Club Show — 10th February, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, 9.30am–2.30pm. Great place to check out new and old militia, second hand hunting equipment and collectables. Guns old and new.

Community Recruitment Expo 2024 — Dargaville Fire, Dargaville Ambulance, NZ Police, Baylys Surf Life Saving & Department of Corrections. All currently recruiting new staff. 10th February, 10.30am to 2pm, St John’s Ambulance Station, Normanby Street. Free BBQ, info stalls and active stalls. Event Sponsor Silverfern Farms. For more info PM or email herena. warmington@stjohn.org.nz.

Creative Northland in Dargaville — 13 February, 9.30am to 4pm at the SEED Co­Working Office, Fosters Arcade, Victoria Street. For an appointment contact Kylee on 021 791 571 or drop in for a chat.

Northland Inc Growth Advisor in Dargaville — 14 February, 10am to 3pm at the SEED Co­Working Office, Fosters Arcade, Victoria Street. For an appointment phone David on 027 248 2164 or drop in for a chat.

Keeping Our Kids Safe Online — by Filmmaker and Author Rob Cope. 14 February 2024, 6.30pm–8.30pm at Dargaville High School, Plunket St. Topics include cyberbullying, social media, gaming, online predators and much more. He gives honest accounts and offers effective solutions to keep our tamariki safe.

TokaFest 2024 — 17 February at Tokatoka Tavern, midday to midnight, $20 entry (under 18 free), camping and courtesy van available. Please call 027 489 6093 to enquire.

Northland Field Days — 29 February, 1st & 2nd March 2024 at Awakino Point East Road site. 9am to 4pm Thursday and Friday, 9am to 3.30pm Saturday.

Events include lawn mower racing, fencing hub, mini mac rides, tractor pull, Northland Sheep Dog Trials, Doug the Digger, Caros Crazy Critters and Dargaville Fire Brigade. Lot’s to see and do.

March

Raise the Bar at Kaihu Hotel — 2nd March at 3pm.

Door charge applies.

First Aid Training — 15 March 2024, 8.30am to 5pm.

Red Cross Facilitator, funded through Volunteering Northland. Dargaville Museum, ticket price: $30+GST per person for member organisations, $45+GST per person for non­member organisations. For more info volunteeringnorthland.nz/events/essential­first­aid­ dargaville­15­mar­23, admin@volunteeringnorthland. nz or phone 0800 865 268.

Hot Rods & Harleys 2024 — 16th March 2024 at Northland Field Days site, Awakino Point East Road 10am–4pm, Come along for a great day out with live music, food trucks, swap meet and spot prizes. $5 entry on the gate and kids free.

Festival 24 — March 16th at Ruawai Primary school grounds, 9am–4pm. Stall sites available, call Tina 021 151 1569. Public entry by koha plus free parking.

Further info, Mal 027 443 6140.

Top of the Rock — Sunday 17th March 2024 St Patrick’s Day. 5km or 10km run/walk. No entries on the day. Check in time 7.30am. Kids Fun Bike Ride — under 11 years, free to enter. Children will need a bike, helmet and shoes. Lots of great spot prizes. For more info www.kaiwakasport.co.nz/top­of­the­rock.

Big Bike Film Night — 25 March 2024. Bringing the best cycling short films from around the world to you. ANZAC Theatre 6.30–9pm. Adults $21, under 16s $15. Book at www.trybooking.com/nz/events/ landing/11278.

Fireco Kai Iwi Lakes Triathlon — 27 April 2024.

Triathlon (Swim+Bike+Run): Try a Tri: 100m+10K+2K. Short: 350m+10K+3.5K. Long: 700m (or 1500m kayak) + 20K + 8.5K. Kids Tri (Swim+Bike+Run): 4–6 yrs: 50m+2K+500m. 6–10 yrs: 100m+4K+1.5K. 11–15 yrs: 150m+8K+1.5K. For more info www. runningcalendar.co.nz/event/kai­iwi­lakes­triathlon.

Markets

Dargaville Twilight Market — 16th February, 15th March and 19th April. 4.30pm–7pm. Contact Sue 021 268 7006 to book a table for $10. Northern Wairoa Boating Club Inc, 21 Totara Street, Dargaville, nwboatingclub@gmail.com.

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

Maungaturoto Night Market — 1st Saturday of every month, 4–7 pm, at The Epicentre, 98 Hurndall Street. 021 0234 3632 kierenwilson22@gmail.com or Facebook.

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

Paparoa Artisan Market — 4th Sunday monthly 11am–3pm. Paparoa Memorial Hall.

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

Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 8am–12pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.

Clubs/Organisations

57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club.

For boys and girls aged 13–18 years Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.

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

Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group — Contact Maxine on 022 691 6068.

Anger Management Group — Thursdays 6pm– 7.30pm 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Helena 021 564 618 or 09 601 4153.

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

Blind Low Vision Support Group — Meets 10am, last Monday of the month, alternatively at Dargaville and Ruawai. Phone Noelene 09 439 0033 for more info.

Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts have moved to Parenga Street as at 24th October 2023 (between the Menz Shed and My Accountants).

Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 022 025 0235 for further info.

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

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

Dargaville Floral Art Club — Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville.

Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — meets 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. For info phone Brian 09 439 5959.

Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs – the Warrior’s Lodge — Interested in games like Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, or other strategy games with models? Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema. Learn to 3d print, paint, play and design.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years.

Thursdays after school — 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.

Dargaville Mainly Music — Interactive music and movement for preschoolers and their carers.

Wednesdays 10am Baptist church, Victoria St, during term time. Contact Rebecca 021 969 626.

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

Dargaville Museum — Open every day except Christmas Day and Anzac morning. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Volunteers, visitor hosts and members welcome. Phone 09 439 7555.

Dargaville Riverside Taha Awa Garden Trust — is inviting people interested in joining them in overseeing the running of the Garden, contact Sheena, 021 439 157 or email dargavilleriversidegarden@gmail.com.

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

Dargaville Women’s Group — If you would like to socialise and share & care, feel welcome to come along and join our group of Ladies. We meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am for morning tea (& maybe, a guest speaker) at The Methodist Church, Cnr Awakino & Normanby Roads, Dargaville. For further information contact Michelle, 09 439 2930.

HOUSIE — Every third Monday of the month at 1.30pm, Dargaville Bowling Club. All are welcome.

Starts, Monday 19th February.

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

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

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

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

Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Our meetings are open to all.

Contacts 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.

Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 021 106 3635 or 09 439 4614.

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

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

Line dancing group for beginners — every Monday night 5pm–7pm at Dargaville Dalmation Hall. Contact Donna 021 729 955.

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

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

Maungaturoto AA Meeting — Mondays 7pm at the Holy Trinity Church, 134 Hurndall St East, Maungaturoto. Contact Carolyn 021 828 055.

Meditation — Drop In Meditation, Bring Balance, Kaipara Community Centre (side entrance). Thursdays 5.30–6pm, Koha/Dana Contact: Maureen 021 0231 8008.

Mt Wesley Angels — Meets 2nd Sunday of the month at Old Mt Wesley Cemetery to preserve, record and care for this historic cemetery. Wear suitable footwear, bring water, gardening gloves and a friend.

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

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

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — Starts at 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai­Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall.

For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155.

NZ 60s Up Movement — Dargaville Social Meetings held at the Lighthouse Function Centre on 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact President Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560.

Paparoa Box Fit — $10. Stretching/cardio/boxing.

Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Wednesday 6–7pm.

Paparoa Dance to Music — $5. Stretching/balance/ resistance bands/Zumba, Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Tuesday 10.30–11.30am.

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

Petanque — social play. Mondays 9.15 till 11.30, $2, fun exercise, beginners welcome, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.

Pono Lodge Yoga & Pilates — Pono Lodge 41 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Tuesday 9.30am Hatha Yoga with Anisha classes $20. Tuesday 11.45am & Wednesday 5.30pm Pilates with Diann classes $15.

All classes last approx 1 hour. Please contact Yoga Anisha 021 301 860, Pilates Diann 027 216 2577.

Practising Presence — Mondays 6–7pm Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Led moving and sitting meditations.

Remaining in the present moment is the key to inner peace but it takes practice! Exchange: $10 or what you can afford. Maureen 021 0231 8008. www. bringbalance.co.nz.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm.

1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.

Rotary Club of Dargaville — meet weekly at 11.30– 1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. New members always welcome, men and women. If you want to join a Service Club with nearly 85 years to Dargaville. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month with guest speakers and afternoon tea. Contact President Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.

Ruawai Gardening Club — Meetings or other activities held on 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. New members welcome. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.

Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Yugoslav Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634 for more details.

Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville.

10.30am–4pm, Tuesday and Friday. Contact Edith & Mike 021 439 675.

Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. Small class groups.

9am–10am, $10 per session. If you’re 50+ and want to improve your movement as you age, this is the class for you. With some commitment you can gain strength as you condition your body for aging. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Tue 2.45pm–4pm, Wed 10am– noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm. Books for all ages, and jigsaw puzzles, DVDs, CDs and magazines available.

All welcome.

Tinopai Craft Group — If you are crafty, or just feel like catching up with people in the neighbourhood, come and join us on Mondays from 10.30–1pm at the Tinopai Community Hall. For information phone Linda 09 280 9988.

Twilight Golf Northern Wairoa Golf Club — every Thursday 4–6pm. Dinner available, Prizes and raffles.

All Welcome.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am.

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The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

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34 Strongbox (4) 36 Exploits (5) 38 Follow on (5) 40 Deprivation (4) 45 Meat jelly (5) 46 Corridor (7) 47 High cards (4) 48 Rowing teams (6) 49 Sketches (5) 50 Breathtaking (7) 52 Hugely violent event (10) 53 Cheese (7) 54 Think logically (6) 55 Deal in illegally (7) 56 Fence steps (5) 57 Opera solo (4) 62 Of sedate character (5) 67 Pleading (7) 68 Perform surgery (7) 70 Flag (7) 72 One-horned animal (7) 73 Girl’s name (6) 74 Design in skin (6) 75 Warning devices (6) 76 Dark (5) 78 Feel one’s way (5) 80 Doglike scavenger (5) 82 Stitched (4) 83 Foot cover (4)

Sudoku

Previous crossword solution

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EASY

Previous solution

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DOWN: 2 Writer, 3 Renal, 5 Oboe, 6 Retrace, 7 Errors, 8 Flew, 9 Luscious, 10 Reaped, 11 Coastguard, 12 Evil, 13 Keyhole, 17 Scamp, 18 Consortium, 22 Snarl, 23 Motorist, 25 Oatmeal, 26 Snigger, 28 Maroon, 29 Robust, 30 Uganda, 33 Conga, 35 Salad, 36 Beta, 37 Yogi, 42 Urges, 43 Cylinder, 44 Roused, 45 Negotiator, 46 So-so, 47 Unglued, 48 Thawed, 49 Units, 51 Weep, 52 Initial, 53 Emerge, 58 Circuitous, 59 Claim, 63 Literate, 64 Cabin, 65 Flipper, 68 Drastic, 69 Blooms, 70 Debris, 71 Kneads, 75 Steal, 76 Coal, 77 Adam, 78 Anna.

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T A R D Y O P E R A U P P E R C L E A N H E L M S

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER February 6 2024

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Your Local Professional choice for EWOF, COV Inspections & Certifications, PV Solar and Hazardous Inspections.

Boats

Campers & RVs

Caravans

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

Andrew Turner

call today - we come to YOU

027 455 7750 / 09 439 8628 ats.maintenance@hotmail.com

MEMBER

Northland's Most Experienced Team Proudly Caring For Generations Of Northland Families

Talk to the experts, we understand funerals.

24 hours ~ 7 days a week 09 437 5799 Whangarei - 09 439 8048 Dargaville www.morrisandmorris.co.nz

37 BEACH ROAD DARGAVILLE PO BOX 264 DARGAVILLE

CONTRACT FENCING

Northland Electrical Solutions See us for your ventilation and air conditioning requirements.

GOOD QUALITY AT A FAIR PRICE 09 439 8210 | 027 497 2929 sales@aztecaluminium.co.nz

PETER BLACKWELL 021 295 9647

Dargaville Funeral Services Ltd

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

24 Hours — 09 439 8016 Locally owned and operated

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

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

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

0274 914 091 or 09 436 3929 www.floorsandingnorth.co.nz

Landscaping to Earthmoving Certified Drainlaying Tip Truck Hire Septic Farms KAURI COAST Subdivisions & more CONTRACTING LTD

• DIGGER | BOBCAT | EARTHWORKS • RETAINING WALLS

Gary Whippy 027 469 8079 gary@kccontracting.co.nz www.facebook.com/kauricoastcontracting

• FENCING AND STOCK YARDS • CONCRETE LAYING

For all your general digger works, drainage and civil work.

TOM SILBY: 021 226 4562

MUDDY

• TRENCHING • EXCAVATIONS • SITE CLEARANCE • DRAINS & WATER TABLES • TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS

• Lawn Mowing • Hedge Trimming • Water blasting • Pruning/Tree Trimming • Section Clean Up • General Garden Maintenance • Planting • Weed Spraying AND MORE!

Matt 021 111 0595 or email muddythumbs@gmail.com

CALL TRAVIS! 021 056 7665

Local Tree Services

Phone 439 6070 or National Help Line 0800 883 300

FAMILY & SEXUAL VIOLENCE SUPPORT SERVICES • Crisis Support and Advocacy • Individual and Family Therapy Counselling • ACC Sensitive Claims • Refuge Accommodation or Assistance with Relocation • Safety Programmes, Parenting and Empowerment Programmes

teamvegetation.co.nz

0800 933 326

Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: tuthemt@gmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

Fire wood: gum/macrocarpa/pine, delivery available.

Wanted: gum trees/macrocarpa trees, stands of pines.

Trees - Ph Russell: 021 951 329 Firewood - Ph/txt Lucas: 021 0266 4501

TK DIGGERS 027 432 0588

Safer, Faster & Cheaper • • • • • •

Tree Felling Tree Pruning Chipping Stump Grinding Shelter Belt Removal/ Topping Land Clearing

Operator AARON GUEST 09 439 1843 tkdiggers@gmail.com

Tu Christey Massage Therapist 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

OMAMARI LOGGING

Call now for a no obligation free quote!

• ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR

Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

THUMBS

GARDENING & MAINTENANCE

• POST BORING

“NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

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

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

The Point of Difference

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

Job Bookings 09 439 6465 Craig Burrell 021 534 882 James Frearson 021 540 997 officeatcnc@gmail.com www.cncelectrical.co.nz

12 tonner tilt bucket, good rates, own transporter Great service Northland wide

Mobile hose doctor, welding & mechanic service crew Fabrication in steel, stainless & aluminium Repairs & modifications Call us, visit us or email us for any big or small jobs!

Personal Insurance Advisors specialising in Life, Medical, Trauma and Income Insurance and ACC 027 585 7776 info@urcovered.co.nz w urcovered.co.nz p

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22 February 6 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the February 13 2024 edition is Monday, February 12 2024

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

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

HAY BALES — standard size meadow hay baled 12 January. 75 @ $12 each. John: 027 525 8189.

OPEN HOME

TREE SERVICES

POP-UP SHOW HOME

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

1-3pm Saturday 10th, 17th, 24th February 27 Beach Road Dargaville

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

WORK WANTED

PLYWOOD 3.0M long, 12mm UT and H3.2. Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.

TL B ILD

TOP SOIL, conditioned top quality. 100% suitable for vege gardens or new lawns. $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

BOARDER WANTED QUIET, SINGLE, professional female required. Non­ smoker. Phone 021 193 4582.

FENCING FENCING, ALL types of fencing, pool, stockyards, post & rail, boundary plus… call Jeff 027 476 5458.

FENCING QUOTES. Dargaville & Surrounds. Call Andrew on 027 455 7750.

FOR RENT 3-BEDROOM HOUSE, 10mins south of Dargaville. No dogs. Phone 027 261 1490.

GARAGE SALE 114 FREYBERG ROAD, Ruawai. Something for everyone.

Men’s tools, household plates & glasses extra, table, chairs, single bed, couch and much, much more. Not before 9am.

GRAZING GRAZING LAND available, 170 acres approx, in Matakohe/Ruawai. Please phone 020 4117 1649.

PUMP & WELDING repairs, Dargaville & Surrounds.

Phone Nick 021 111 6593.

Ltd

INSPIRATIONAL HOMES

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

SECURITY SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

09 439 6068

NURSERIES & PLANTS

• Inventory and ordering of equipment and chemicals

FOR ALL your residential window & door glass & hardware. Catdoors, window catches & stays, sliding door wheels etc. All types of glass upgrades & repairs.

Phone Glens Glass & Joinery Services for a free quote & honest service on 021 0234 7086.

Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

09 439 5073 | 027 271 2022

• Be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists

Training will be provided for a suitable candidate.

Applications close 12.00pm Friday 16th February To apply please send C.V. and covering letter to Dargaville High School, Plunket Street, Dargaville or email to office@darghigh.school.nz

TOKATOKA

SITUATIONS VACANT Assistant Caretaker/Ground Position

THE ANZAC THEATRE

AFTERNOON

THU 08/02

★

★ First screening Last screening

EVENING

NIGHT

PERFECT DAYS (M) 5.30PM

ALL OF US STRANGERS (R16) 8.00PM

ONE LIFE (PG) 5.30PM

★ (R16) 8.00PM

★

ANYONE BUT YOU (R13) 12.00PM

SAT 10/02

WONKA (PG) 1.00PM

PERFECT DAYS (M) 3.30PM

ALL OF US STRANGERS (R16) 6.00PM

SUN 11/02

THE BOY & THE HERON (SUBBED) (PG) 1.00PM

ONE LIFE (PG) 3.30PM

THE IRON CLAW (R16) 5.45PM

THE IRON CLAW THE IRON CLAW (R16) 8.00PM

NEW THIS WEEK: PERFECT DAYS, ALL OF US STRANGERS, THE IRON CLAW CLAW. FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: THE BOY 7 THE HERON, ANYONE BUT YOU, POOR THINGS, ONE LIFE. ANYONE BUT YOU (R13) 5.30PM

Student $14.50 w/ID

• Help to assist teachers in the implementation of programmes.

• Support the goals, objectives and policies of the school.

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

8th February– 14th February

FRI 09/02

WED 14/02

The successful applicant will have: • A cheerful disposition and an ability to build a positive relationship with the students, staff and whanau.

• You will be employed under the new Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement

WEEK OF

AT THE WAR MEMORIAL TOWN HALL, HOKIANGA RD TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AND FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION: www.anzactheatre.co.nz | 021 117 6732

AFTERNOON

We are seeking Teacher Aides to support a range of special need students here at Dargaville High School.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

Senior (65+) $14.50

Dargaville High School is seeking a permanent part-time Science Technician to work up to 25 hours per week, 8.00am – 1.00pm (these hours are flexible), school term time only.

TRADES & SERVICES

ENTERTAINMENT

Adult $17

SCIENCE TECHNICIAN POSITION AVAILABLE

• Organise daily laboratory preparation for teachers

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

AUTUMN PLANTING 4 weeks away. 5,000+ Hedging, shelter and landscaping trees. White & red bottlebrush only $6 & $8. Geenty’s green corokia 1m high is only $6. Pittosporums from $1–$8. Got2Go Plants is open Tuesday–Sunday. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. Sorry, no eftpos. Internet transfers or cash. 09 439 5556 / 027 488 3400.

CLOSED

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Science Technician is required to be able to perform the following tasks:

TEACHER AIDES

TUE 13/02

Please send a copy of C.V, and a copy of teacher registration to Amber Curry, Assistant Principal, Dargaville High School, Plunket Street, Dargaville 0310 or by email to office@darghigh.school.nz

• Prepare laboratory solutions

Entries now being taken Contact: Murray Lynch 021 966 501 Don McKenzie 021 754 174

CLOSED

Dargaville High School is seeking suitably qualified NZ Teachers Council registered teachers to assist with daily relief for 2024.

A high level of numeracy is required and good organisational, problem solving, computer skills and initiative are essential.

SEPTIC TANK SERVICES

FRIDAY 16TH FEBRUARY 2024 12.30PM

MON 12/02

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Dargaville Bobcat Services

MATAKOHE SALE

MORNING

RELIEF TEACHER

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.

ROOFING REPAIRS. Local to Dargaville area. Phone 027 273 8935.

LIVESTOCK

THERE 4-YOU Dargaville. Let me do the grunt work! Lawn mowing, driving, moving furniture, rubbish removal & much more. Phone: Shayne 027 433 7326.

SITUATIONS VACANT

Child $10.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

POOR THINGS (R18) 8.00PM

Under 3yrs FREE

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Application are invited for the above position.

We are looking for an energetic, honest and reliable person to help with maintaining our facilities to the highest standard.

Responsibilities include: Assisting the caretaker or groundsperson in general repairs, maintenance and grounds work.

The position could be full time or part time, hours to be confirmed.

The position would commence as soon as possible.

Closing date for applications is: 16th February 2024 For further details contact Logan Pocklington on 021 156 2410 Please send application to: The Principal Dargaville High School 57 Plunket Street Dargaville Or email office@darghigh.school.nz

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER February 6 2024

CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT

Seeking Support Sleep Over Staff This position involves sleeping over in the residential homes on a roster basis.

Kaurilands has an A+ team for supporting our residents with intellectual challenges to have a great life then this role could be for you • Working Locally • Do you have experience with intellectual disability?

• The ideal candidate would have medication training and assessments • Hold a current 1st Aid certificate • Working within a team, supporting staff and residents • Full Drivers Licence and able to pass a police check Closing Date: 16th February 2024 Contact: em: managerklsc@kaurilandsskills.co.nz ph: 027 478 9984

www.klsctrust.co.nz

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the February 13 2024 edition is Monday, February 12 2024 SITUATIONS VACANT

APPLY TODAY!

WE NEED YOU, TO JOIN OUR SALES TEAM! • 1 Full time sales role available • Training provided • Positive attitude and strong people skills encouraged • Cell phone and computer knowledge are an asset OUR CUSTOMERS WANT TO PROMOTE THEIR BUSINESSES, THEY JUST NEED TO TALK TO YOU TO MAKE IT HAPPEN!

Email your CV & Cover Letter to: jobs@integrity.nz

1.0 FTTE | Teacher

Known for its stunning beaches, native forests, and rolling green hills, the Kaipara region is a truly remarkable place to reside. With access to two harbours and two oceans, it offers an idyllic setting for both work and leisure.

We are currently seeking a motivated and forward-thinking educator who places students at the heart of everything they do. At Ruawai College, we understand the complexities of teaching, so we provide exceptional professional and collegial support to ensure success in your role. Beginning teachers please consider applying.

Recruitment, retention, and responsibility (3R) payment may be available for the right candidate.

Ruawai College is eligible for the BeTTER Job Programme, which helps match beginning or returning teachers with job vacancies. For more information, please follow this link: https://www.teachnz.govt.nz/finding-ateaching-job/better-jobs-programme/ When applying, please state teaching subjects and Year levels taught.

To request an application form, please contact Tyla O’Sullivan, Principal’s Personal Assistant at: pa@ruawaicollege.school.nz Start date Monday 26 February 2024 (negotiable)

PUBLIC NOTICES

DEATH NOTICES

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm, next is the 7th of March 2024, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

DREADON, KALEB QUINTIN — On January 26, 2024, suddenly in Dunedin; aged 23 years. Loved son of Donna Mawson, Shannon and Mandy Dreadon, loved brother of Lachie, Keiran and OIivia, cherished grandson of Bruce and Gwen Mawson, Dawn and Harley Dreadon (Dargaville), and a best mate to many — A celebration of Kaleb’s life was held in the Harbour Rugby Football Clubrooms, Albertson Avenue, Port Chalmers, at 12.30pm on Thursday, February 1, followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, donations to I Am Hope would be appreciated and may be made at www. iamhope.org.nz/donate. Messages to Kaleb’s page at www.tributes.co.nz where a recording of the service may also be viewed.

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

AGRIKIDS TEAMS wanted for the Arapohue Show 10 February. Phone 09 430 6477.

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

EMPLOYMENT CLINIC at Citizens Advice Bureau. Are you experiencing problems at work and considering taking action? For free, confidential advice from an experienced employment advocate call 439 6100 or email dargaville@cab.org.nz to make an appointment.

First clinic will be Friday 23 February.

TE PUNA O Te Reo O Tākiwira Te Kōhanga Reo — AGM 12th March 2024, 5:30pm @ Kōhanga Reo. 38–40 Finlayson Park Avenue, Dargaville.

TUG-OF-WAR TEAMS wanted for the Arapohue Show 10 February. Phone 09 439 6477.

WOULD THE PERSON who removed the Volvo & Toyota station wagons from RD5009 Te Wharau SH14, please contact owner on 027 573 9046.

Ruawai College Fixed Term Teacher We are Ruawai College, an innovative, modern secondary school located in the picturesque Kaipara region, alongside the banks of the Northern Wairoa River. Our school embraces diversity and inclusion within a supportive team environment, and our rural location offers an affordable and family-friendly lifestyle, allowing for a healthy work/home balance.

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PUBLIC NOTICES

AGM 15th February 2024 Thursday 7pm

at OLD BOYS AGM

Notice is hereby given to members that an Annual General Meeting of Te Roroa Whatu Ora and Manawhenua Trusts will be held at Te Whakamaharatanga Marae, Beach Rd, Waimamaku on Saturday the 9th March 2024.

Arrive by 9.30am for a 10.00am start.

AGENDA 1. Karakia Timatanga 2. Mihimihi 3. Apologies 4. 2022 AGM minutes and matters arising 5. Chairs report 6. Charitable Trust Board Report 7. Commercial Board Report 8. Operations Report 9. Financials - Audited Accounts 2022/2023 10. Announcement of Current Trustees 11. Trustees and Directors Renumeration 12. Appointment of Auditor 13. General Business 14. Karakia Whakamutunga Zoom access will be available on the day.

For all enquiries please ring (09) 439 6443 or email secretary@teroroa.iwi.nz

Applications for the position close Friday 16 February 2024, at 9:00am.

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) H R Townshend Ltd of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 3 Wood St, Mangawhai Heads known as Mangawhai Heads Four Square.

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

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is 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 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 5, 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 25 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.

Nominations please email Demelza dobrfasc@gmail.com

The Northland Agricultural Research Farm Inc AGM is on the 22nd February 2024.

10.30am Farm Walk AGM will follow Held on farm at 531 State Highway 12, Dargaville.

ALL WELCOME Ph Nicola on 021 346 061 for more information.

PUBLIC NOTICES HE PANUI

RIPIA MARAE SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING

Saturday 24 February 2024 at 3pm 1627 Pouto Rd, Te Kopuru (Nomination of Additional Trustee) No other business will be conducted at this SGM

Email expression of interest to secretariat.ripiamarae@gmail.com

Northern Wairoa A&P Assn.

ARAPOHUE SHOW 10 February 2024 from 9.00am

OTAMATEA COMMUNITY SERVICES

Sideshow Ride for a Gold Coin Donation

FREE: counselling, parenting, social work, budgeting, senior support. 09 431 9080.

Gate entry $8 adult, $2 Child, under 5’s free

reception@otamateacs.org.nz 153-155 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

ROTARY CLUB OF DARGAVILLE Hughes Trust Fund Grants

Wednesday 10 - 10:30

Friday 9:30 - 10:30

Applications are invited from registered charitable organisations within the Northern Wairoa/Dargaville area from Waipoua/ Tutamoe in the north, Tangiteroria in the east and Pouto in the south, including Dargaville, for one of two grants of $500 for their charitable purposes.

Use of rhyme, actions Make a Friend and song.

Structured story and play.

Application forms are available from the Dargaville Rotary Club Facebook page or from:

Both sessions are followed with a time to eat/play/chat. Kai is provided.

prue-brian-burnett@xtra.co.nz

@ Dargaville Baptist Community Church, 187 Victoria St. For more info call Rebecca 021 969 626

and must be returned no later than 18th March, 2024.

Under 6 year olds and their caregivers learning through play.

Restarting from 14th February $2 per child or $3 per family Doors open 9:30am to noon.

LOVE MUSIC? HOST YOUR OWN RADIO SHOW Share your favourite tunes with Kaipara, and worldwide online.

Free, full training provided - Jazz, Reggae, Hip Hop, Funk, Blues - any kind of music. If you love it, we want to help you share it, and make it easy and fun.

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.

Helping the community in so many ways

This is the second publication of this notice. The first was published on the 30th January 2024.

09 439 3003 | office@bigriverfm.co.nz

Email or phone today.

AWA WHANUI

24 February 6 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER Example of a typical KMR plan

The Kaipara Moana has unique — and nationally important — values The Kaipara is the largest natural harbour in the Southern Hemisphere, and a place of global significance.

As the ‘nursery’ for several fish species, the Kaipara also has unique, national economic value. For example, snapper is New Zealand’s top commercial inshore fishery, creating export revenue of around $35m a year and contributing $69m to the economy & 579 jobs each year.

However, sediments from the land are putting both the Kaipara Moana and the fishery at risk.

KMR aims to protect and restore the mauri of the Kaipara Moana.

Our long-term aspiration is to halve sediment flows into the harbour.

KMR is now working across the landscape We have recently expanded our focus on waterway protection to include projects on erosion-prone hill country. KMR can now co-fund a range of projects including: KMR invests in programmes to restore wetlands, fence off rivers and streams, plant trees and regenerate forest on erosion-prone land, bringing wider benefits - including thriving rural communities and enhanced connection to local waterways, greater protection for valued species, and resilience to extreme weather.

An eighth of the catchment is highly erodible land.

• Fencing to protect waterways • Native planting near waterways • Managing erodible hill country including: • Continuous canopy and permanent forest cover using native species or non-weedy, non-pine exotic species (e.g. eucalypts or redwoods).

• Fencing and management to support regeneration of native forest.

• Space planting of poplars while maintaining some grazing (subject to poplar supply).

What KMR provides: • Free advice — we walk the land with you to discuss your aspirations and project options • Funding — typically, KMR pays up to 50% of the cost of eligible sediment reduction projects • For groups such as catchment groups or marae, we can also help with the cost of engagement, coordination and project management • Planning and support — our Field Advisors prepare a plan to access KMR funding and provide support through the project

Matakohe beef farmer David Byles is one of almost 600 farmers working with KMR

KMR is already working with close to half of the estimated pastoral landowners in the catchment.

Come and join us!

For more information, or to ask about KMR’s new funding available to retire and plant on erosion-prone hillsides:

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