Kaipara Lifestyler, January 19th, 2021 by Integrity Community Media

January 19 2021

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Holiday season boom time u by Andy Bryenton

Full camping grounds, bustling main streets and packed beaches have all been features of summer 2021, with large numbers of Kiwi holidaymakers visiting our part of the nation while international travel is restricted.

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Objects reunited after 60 years

p A packed Kai Iwi Lakes campground is a sign of summer success, with the boom ironing out some of the bumps caused by Covid to the local economy

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With Covid-19 shutting down holiday plans further afield, Northland became the most favoured destination for Aucklanders polled ahead of the Christmas and New Year’s break. This statistic was borne out by unprecedented traffic congestion following Christmas Day, as thousands streamed north to soak up the sun. In the Kaipara that meant camping grounds filled to capacity, requiring extra staff in some instances to help marshall what became ‘towns under canvas’. Campervans and motorhomes also came to help boost visitor numbers and the local economy, which, according to a survey of entrepreneurs across the region, may have been up as much as 25 per cent more than a normal summer. That’s a significant boost for

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businesses hit by Covid lockdowns in the middle of 2020. One shop owner who remained open for business during the break was Helen Cairns of Dargaville’s Good Life Store. She opines that it was well worthwhile. “This trend toward travelling within New Zealand has made us appreciate and re-evaluate what New Zealand has to offer,” she says, describing a booming post-Christmas holiday season with many new arrivals. Other hospitality and dining operators are similarly impressed with their turnover during the holidays, with more than one joking that it was “the opposite of a holiday” due to brisk trade. “Tourists appreciated those of us who were open to welcome them,” said one barista. They also noted that Dargaville’s

recent announcement as one of New Zealand’s friendliest towns rests initially with hospitality and retail. Real estate, too, has seen a sharp uptick due to the showcase weather and tourist audience which came together for the holidays. Dargaville property professionals Greg Pollington and Jean Johnson remained open for business during the holidays, and say that a strong seller’s market has developed in tandem with the exposure. “In all my years in real estate I have never seen a market like this in Dargaville,” says Ms Johnson, who has been in the field for three decades locally. “We’re seeing multiple offers on listings, and people are definitely interested in moving to this area.” ¢

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p Dargaville’s Jules Kidd has taken up the management position at the Gumdiggers Cafe in Matakohe recently. Jules developed a new menu she says is “classic cafe fare with a modern twist.” Cafe owner, The Kauri Museum, resumed management of the business late last year. “Jules’ experience has had an immediate impact on the offering at the cafe. She is committed to serving quality products using the new menu she created, using local ingredients where possible. It has been an instant hit,” said museum spokesperson Mary Stevens.

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Call for direct democracy Training boost u by Andy Bryenton

The proposed introduction of Maori wards for local government has incited debate over the democratic process, at a time when the mechanisms of fair representation in governance are a global issue. Those supporting the introduction of Maori wards believe that multicultural representation at this fundamental level of government is part of the partnership implicit in the Treaty of Waitangi. Moreover, that a more diverse voice in local politics can only make the discussion around the use of local resources and the development of communities and infrastructure more p The issue of Maori wards for local government has robust and inclusive. renewed a deeper debate about the role of referenda in Those opposed say that modern democracy a decision on this matter has been made without widespread the internet and mobile devices. Some consultation with the community, and believe that all major decisions which that the implementation of Maori wards affect our governance should be put to is a large enough change to the structure a referendum and that the results of of local governance that it requires a these referenda should be binding on mandate from all those affected. In this our elected representatives. That could be a check and balance case, by way of a binding referendum. Last year, two contentious referenda to party-based partisanship, of the passed through the electoral process, kind, which has caused deep divisions those for end of life choice and the in US politics. What do you think? Is the current legalisation of cannabis. While the first was approved by a clear majority, the issue of Maori ward implementation loss by a very slim minority in the case a case when direct democracy should of cannabis legislation has led to further overrule representative democracy? Should referenda become a more debate on this subject. Proponents of so-called ‘direct structured and widely used tool for our democracy’ opine that the barriers to politicians to prove a mandate from the conducting referenda in the past have voters? We welcome letters to the editor been destroyed by the development of on this subject. ¢

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The Coastguard North Kaipara vessel Manaia paid a visit to the Tinopai School Fishing Contest’s fleet on the water last week, crewed by a team who have just received new levels of qualification. Staying up to date with the latest maritime safety technology and rules, Allan House, training officer for Coastguard Nor th Kaipara, has achieved the status of master, which has a very specific designation in the world of boating as skipper of a vessel. p Allan, Greg and Mike with the Manaia; a local rescue vessel with a newly upskilled crew Fellow Coast Guard crew members Greg De Suza and Mike Hemisphere’s biggest harbour. We had England gained Operational Standard, a great four hours on the water talking a milestone in their training path, to local boaties taking part in the upskilling the team at a busy time of Tinopai School Fishing Competition and year for boating. testing out the new On Water Handbook “These promotions have greatly Rules,” says Allan on behalf of his fellow boosted our effectiveness and morale coastguard sailors. as a team,” says Allan, who is part of The group is currently seeking new a coastguard team. His wife Sarolta volunteers to join in their mission Bernhardt is the administrator of aboard the Manaia. Those interested the North Kaipara Coastguard’s in being part of the team should visit Facebook page. It provides important Coastguard North Kaipara on Facebook data about the service to those who and message Sarolta and Allan for sail the waters of the Southern more information. ¢

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The rhythms of summer Return to the rails u by Andy Bryenton

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The first big community learning and cultural series planned for the Baylys Beach Community Centre is coming in January, in the form of international drum and dance classes.

Trains and rolling stock have returned to the rails between Auckland and Whangarei, meaning that the rail corridor is now ‘live’ once again. As the revitalised track ramps up to capacity, there have been calls for the public to take extra care.

p Take care as trains return to the northern line — between 1998 and 2004, level-crossing accidents caused more than a third of all railway deaths, a figure which is easily avoided

p A previous drum workshop at the grand opening of the Baylys Beach Community Centre — now top tutors have planned an extensive programme there

The series of symposia, hosted by local drum teacher and enthusiast Josie Scott, will take place monthly from January 24 through to May 2, making good use of the new community hall and giving its acoustics a proper shakedown. That’s because the drum and dance tutors who have signed up to coach locals come with international provenance. Jimi Dale, Nathan Bregman, Yaw Asumadu and Koffie Fugah present workshops covering the drumming traditions and styles of West Africa, a

place of varied and ancient cultures. One such culture, the Mandinka people, flourished during what would have been Europe’s dark ages. They developed the distinctive hourglass-shaped djembe (pronounced zhem-bay) drum, the focus of these classes. The quartet comprises some of the top talents in this field currently in New Zealand. Booking in advance is advised for those who want to participate in the summertime series of drum workshops, supported by Creative Communities New Zealand. ¢

Last week, freight was once again in motion on the line, which has received an upgrade to the cost of more than $200 million. Opponents to the scheme, which saw five bridges reinforced and thirteen tunnels upgraded, were dealt a blow when heavy shipping was forced to utilise Northport at Marsden Point during Christmas. Whatever the future holds for the line, public safety is the primary concern right now for Kiwirail. It acknowledged that locals might be unused to the sight and the potential dangers of trains on the rails. “Freight trains are returning to the railway line between Whangarei and Auckland, following KiwiRail’s upgrade of the Northland line,” confirms Waka Kotahi, the NZ Transport Agency.

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Pahi’s regatta tradition u by Andy Bryenton

When the first-ever Pahi Regatta set sail in 1876, internal combustion engines were still on the drawing board of Mr Benz in Germany. This year, petrol outboards will power bathtubs around the course, and sail and diesel will compete side by side.

p A fleet of varied watercraft roar to life as the annual Pahi Regatta delivers fun for the 145th time

The Kaipara’s longest-running waterborne gala day returns for Auckland Anniversary Weekend, with the commodore and club members of the Pahi Fishing and Boating Club extending a warm invitation to all to come and take part in the fun. “There’s a full weekend of fun at Pahi for anniversary weekend, with all your favourite events. Boat races, live music, Miss Pahi, food and drinks, carnival rides, bathtub race and heaps more,” says the club’s media liaison. They added that Pahi is proud to host the latest in 145 years of regatta extravaganzas. Boats from points all around the harbour come to play side by side with

Pahi’s finest, providing some thrilling on water action as well as a glimpse at vessels from throughout the years. The now-famous bathtub race features vessels cobbled together from the bathroom ware of locals. It has attained legendary status as the much cheaper, Kiwi back yard engineering version of the America’s Cup, another maritime race being held ‘somewhere just down the road’. It is a family-orientated event, and numbers are expected to be high this year due to increased local tourism. If you’re a visitor to the region, come and experience this time-honoured weekend of Kaipara celebration. If you’re a local, don’t miss out. ¢

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Objects reunited after 60 years u by Liz Clark

Two carved busts depicting figures of a Maori warrior and woman with a child on her back were reunited as a pair at The Kauri Museum recently. Museum general manager and collections curator Dr Tracey Wedge travelled to Auckland to receive the bust of the woman and child from the descendants of Max Paykel. “The newest addition to the collection at The Kauri Museum is this large bust of a wahine and her tamariki,” said Dr Wedge. “Carved from a single piece of kauri gum, the bust was one of a pair commissioned by Max Paykel sometime around the beginning of the 20th century when he owned the gum store at Matakohe. “The carver was Robert Couch, of whom little is known at this stage. Couch also carved the matching tane figure. The pair were kept together until the 1950s when they were divided among family members. “The Kauri Museum has been the guardian of the male figure since 1991. With the arrival of the woman

p The bust of a Maori woman (wahine) with a child on her back was separated from the male figure during the 1950s

and child, the pair are together again for the first time in more than 60 years. “The busts are very finely carved with the hair and mere highlighted with black paint. Our thanks to Paykel family descendants who have chosen The Kauri Museum to house their family treasures,” Dr Wedge said. ¢

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Kaihu Valley Trail We have spoken previously about the cycle trail planned for Kaihu Valley and are pleased to advise that $4 million in external funding has been confirmed from the Provincial Growth Fund – so now we can seriously look at the benefits of this exciting project for the Kaihu Valley and the Kaipara District. The Kaihu Valley Trail (KVT) will start from Donnelly’s crossing and meander down to Dargaville – providing magnificent vistas of the land and the Kaihu River down the Kauri Coast. The KVT is a section of the Ancient Kauri Trail that will be developed in stages and – eventually link Omapere, on the Hokianga Harbour, to the Mangawhai Coast. The Trail will run mainly along the picturesque old railway corridor. Where this is not possible we’re working with the landowners to discuss options. The final route will be confirmed after these discussions and site visits with landowners along the trail are completed. The Trail will offer an opportunity to employ people in the local community who were previously unemployed, including those displaced by COVID-19 and also aligns with the feedback we received from the Kaihu Valley residents, listing the lack of economic opportunities as being one of their 3 main concerns for their community. Recruits will undergo a 6-week training programme to gain the skills required to build the trail and set them up for ongoing employment in the industry. Training is across a range of skills needed to develop the trail; machine operation, earthworks, civil construction, fencing, traffic management, vegetation, landscaping and more. If you live along the trail and have not heard from us yet, please get in touch by emailing kaihutrail@kaipara.govt.nz. Construction is expected to start in March and continue to October 2022.

No pets allowed at Kai Iwi Lakes/Taharoa Domain The beautiful Kai Iwi Lakes/Taharoa Domain have proved popular over the last few weeks with a huge number of people visiting. The Kaipara District Council team jointly manage the area with Te Kuihi and Te Roroa, alongside Northland Regional Council and Department of Conservation, and together we work hard to ensure this precious place is protected, while still being enjoyed by many holidaymakers. While most visitors respect the rules, a number of people are bringing their pets when they visit. Please remind your friends and family that no dogs, or any pets (including cats, birds, ferrets, iguanas, you name it) are allowed in the Kai Iwi Lakes/Taharoa Domain area. If you ignore this rule, you can be fined. You can find the Kai Iwi Lakes campground rules on their website www.kaiiwicamp.nz/.

Water restrictions A reminder that we are still in Level 2 water restriction in Baylys Beach and Dargaville. This means no sprinklers or water irrigation systems can be used. Check out www.bewaterwise.org.nz/currentwater-levels_kaipara/ for more information.

Mangawhai Village to Beach Loop free bus service The FREE Mangawhai Village to Beach Loop bus service continues to run every weekend and public holiday right through to Monday 08 February, from Mangawhai Village to the surf beach on the hour and back again on the half hour, 10.00am to 5.30pm. Check out the bus stops and times at www.mangawhaicommunityplan.co.nz

Long Term Plan Consultation We will soon be consulting on our Long Term Plan 2021 – 2031, which will guide where we focus over the next ten years. If you care about your community then get involved in the Long Term Plan consultations which will be happening from 1 March. Look out for more details coming soon.

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2020 Retrospective Dementia care build begins

Massive support for rescue chopper

p Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust chair Graham Slatter checks timber framing on-site as the much-anticipated Riverview Rest Home Dementia Unit build gets underway. A project spearheaded by the community in response to the national need for aged care, the dementia unit, despite being delayed by Covid, saw a big boost with a government grant of $1.7 million in 2020. With an ageing population, care for older citizens is a big issue across the country, Maungaturoto’s efforts as a community showed foresight and compassion.

p Monique Bradley was the face of the Northland Rescue Helicopters’ annual appeal in 2020, giving back to the rescue heroes who saved her life after a horse-riding accident. This year saw Covid disrupt the usual popular More Fm and Dargaville Ford breakfast fundraiser. Still, numerous other small events were hosted by schools and sports clubs, with donations flowing in from businesses, private citizens and community groups to keep the choppers flying. Northpower and Top Energy matched public donations dollar for dollar up to $200,000. There was even a new children’s book published, commemorating the rescue helicopter in cartoon form.

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Fighting the dump in the Dome

Covid response with compassion

p In a show of support across the parliamentary aisle, Northland MP Matt King, Labour List MP Marja Lubeck and Fight the Tip member Michelle Carmichael came together in April to oppose plans for a new landfill in the Dome Valley, south of Wellsford. Opponents cited the threat of leachate from garbage contaminating the entire Kaipara Harbour, while proponents queried where else to dispose of Auckland’s mountains of waste. The Dome Landfill saga would evolve throughout the year, with opposition mounting, and political and local leaders showing a near-unanimous front against the construction of the ‘super tip’ in the environmentally fragile area.

EPro8 victory for Pouto students

p When Covid-19 emerged as a global threat, the New Zealand Government reacted in a way which saw us become one of a very few nations not to suffer mass fatalities and ongoing lockdowns right through to the present day. In March, a package of economic support for businesses, and wage subsidies for workers, was rolled out to bolster the economy through a four-week total lockdown. We pushed through, with the help of core workers and the rural sector, and as a result of these measures and our own resilience, managed to eradicate Covid in the community while other nations floundered in indecision between public health and economic wellbeing.

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p When the Northpower EPro8 challenge asked local schools to assemble teams and compete in engineering brain teaser, Pouto pupils rose to the occasion. Twenty-five Northland schools sent 70 teams from years five to eight to undertake a range of engineering-based challenges, half competing in Dargaville and the remainder in Whangarei. After a series of heats, 10 teams qualified for the finals at Whangarei Intermediate; the Pouto team came in third equal.

Upcoming Council Meetings • Council Long Term Plan Briefing, Wed 20 Jan, 10.00am, 75 Moir Rd, Mangawhai Domain • 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 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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Harbour clean-up grant awarded

Water matters on our minds

p The government’s allocation of $100 million to clean up the Kaipara Harbour was hailed as “the biggest single step in environmental conservation we have ever had, and truly historic.” Funds were released to undertake sweeping environmental protection and remediation work around the harbour, affecting all of our regional towns and settlements. The potential for new jobs, better fisheries, quality of water and a boost to tourism were all discussed as the prime minister announced a $162 million project to improve waterways. The most significant share of this sum was deployed right here, to the delight of the mayor, council and environmental groups.

p Northland Regional Council Water Storage Project development manager Andrew Carvell (right) and farmer Terence Brocx, a member of the Northland Water Storage and Use Advisory Group check a site as areas in both the Far North and Kaipara are being investigated for water storage. The Provincial Growth Fund approved new dams for the north, including sites in Te Kopuru and Pouto, as part of a multimillion-dollar push to alleviate drought impacts and promote irrigation and new land use. Through the year, we’d see the formation of the Te Tai Tokerau Water Trust to manage this asset, with ground broken on the first new dam before Christmas.

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p It was the year for wharf and pier revitalisation, as the Provincial Growth Fund pitched in to assist in refurbishing the network of harbour transport. Dargaville’s new pontoon was installed by a floating crane in November, while a new wharf for Pouto was planned and consented, the Northern Wairoa Boating Club gained a pontoon. Pahi’s wharf was slated for an upgrade, and tourism ventures on the water contemplated taking advantage of the new network.

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Tangiteroria’s tragic blaze

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p Fire ripped through the Northern Wairoa Memorial Complex at 3am on an early January morning, destroying a community sports facility which had served the town of Tangiteroria since 1987. Resilient townsfolk vowed to rebuild, after firefighters from Dargaville and Whangarei battled to save the buildings, but were unable to prevent their loss.

Building a bright future p Since 1939, the church of Saint Michael on the Hill has been a place of worship and contemplation for the people of Hukatere. In 2020 the building became the centre of a tug of war, with confusion over its future. The Anglican Synod, which owns the land and church, were keen to sell up, with Mangawhai’s Historic Village proposed as a final location for the building. Village trustees opined that they were unable to raise the cost of buying Saint Michaels, but suggested a grant of the building and the sale of the land. Meanwhile, locals rallied to keep the iconic house of worship in place, citing the need to preserve the heritage of their area.

QUAD BIKE SAFETY p In a year when the housing crisis and spiralling home prices were big news, Dargaville’s high school-based building academy was praised for its efforts in solving the issue in a grassroots way. Former deputy prime minister Winston Peters attended the site where the team of upand-coming builders had successfully constructed the first of several homes to populate the north, a testament to the students, faculty and the local tradespeople who have lent their assistance to the project.

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Maori Wards for Council?

Send Council a message that your voice cannot be ignored. Your signature matters. The Kaipara District Council (KDC) and the Northland Regional Council (NRC) have decided to introduce Māori wards. That will create seats for Māori, elected by those on the Māori roll, and seats for everyone else elected by those on the general roll. They made that decision without consulting the community. We believe the public should be consulted when councillors change the voting system to suit themselves. The petition right exists for that very purpose. If we collect enough signatures each council will be forced to hold a binding referendum. We need 6000 signatures for the NRC and 800 for KDC.

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For 2021 a new sign has appeared over a restaurant and catering business in Hokianga Road, bearing the name Empire Luncheonette. It’s a fresh enterprise for new owner Christine Marychurch, but it’s also the continuation of a tradition that begins in the golden age of black and white theatre, the 1930s. Christine has taken over from Ross and Edith Murdoch, well-known figures in Dargaville’s main street, who have been custodians of the Empire name for 25 years. “I’ve met hundreds, perhaps thousands of people doing this job,” says Ross, “Some of my customers are the children of the originals, Actually, when I worked with the Northland Times some of the current customers were paperboys, and some of them are now grandparents.” The Empire Luncheonette began as a conjoined soda fountain and confectioner’s shop to the now-defunct Empire Theatre, a huge old corrugated iron 1900s movie house. Next door, Miss AR Thurston provided moviegoers

with snacks and drinks for the popular shows. She was of small stature but great resourcefulness, and she sold the thriving business years later as its name and purpose changed. Thus, the Empire Luncheonette was born. Ross remembers working in the cinema as a young volunteer firefighter, watching old classic films from the back as he made sure nobody smoked cigarettes in the big wooden framed building. At the time he was a typesetter for the Northland Times. Eventually, he rose in the ranks to own the daily paper, the precursor as Kaipara’s source of news, and become a joint owner with his wife, Edith. After selling the newspaper, Ross landed a job filling in for Laurie Norriss, Empire’s owner, who was ill in hospital. Sadly, Mr Norriss passed away in treatment, and the job became permanent, with Ross and Edith taking charge in 1995.

p Ross and Edith’s famous lemon meringues, apple shortcakes and sausage rolls have a new baker for 2021, continuing a legacy that began back in the 1930s

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Following up after a public meeting in late November 2020, the Te Tai Tokerau Water Trust has begun operations to construct a reservoir near the town of Te Kopuru, at the narrowest point of the Pouto Peninsula in west Kaipara. Trust chair Murray McCully confirmed plans last week for the construction of a small reservoir near Te Kopuru before this winter. The trust has called for registrations of interest to complete earthworks associated with the site. The reservoir would then be enlarged during summer 2021–22 into a much larger facility. The trust has also called for tenders for works associated with the development of the irrigation distribution networks for the wider Kaipara Water Storage Scheme. “The trust has provisionally acquired land, subject to completion of due diligence and any necessary consents. It is now commencing a programme of engagement with parties interested in using water for horticultural production near Te Kopuru, including current and prospective landowners, post-harvest operators and the community,” Mr McCully said. Mr McCully said specific details of the site would not be available until due diligence was complete, and interest from commercial partners was confirmed. He hoped that phase would be complete by the end of March.

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The many uses of tin foil With your regular canine correspondent visiting the vets, I, Herman the Cat have once again taken over the keyboard, which, dear readers, is positioned most deliciously close to that finest invention of humankind, the air conditioner. As you are well aware, the internet is run by cats. We are the most popular thing on the computer, and rightly so. Any doubt that the web is designed for us felines is dispelled when you realise that you navigate it by pawing at a mouse. But what do I find, as I take a look around what is supposed to be the repository of all human knowledge? Conspiracy theories. Misinformation. Lies, designed to make you buy things, or buy ideas that come with fish hooks attached. We’re not just talking about the big orange human ‘tomcat’ who lives in the fancy white house overseas, either. A

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Dargaville will host the first big field days event following the Covid-disrupted year of 2020, as the Northland Field Days prepares to showcase the latest in the world of agriculture and farming. The big event in late February and early March was the last of the big pastoral shows held before Covid countermeasures clamped down across the country. During that confusing period of time, the agricultural sector carried the economy, providing export revenue and employment while other sectors were hard hit by the breakdown of international travel and the disruption of trade. During that time, new technologies were developed in the workshops and labs of farming-related industries. Tractors and implements which entered the research stage a decade ago came to fruition regardless of Covid. The enforced break from the rote of meetings and reports gave scientists and engineers time to contemplate, innovate and create. Alongside this, the major rural events of New Zealand’s farming calendar were unable to eventuate. The concept of staging a massive festival about the outdoors online proved heroic but flawed, and many planned events simply never pitched their tents as alert levels rose and fell unpredictably. That means there’s a back catalogue of fresh ideas and inventions, technology and thinking ready to be unleashed at the first show of the season; right there in Dargaville. Meetings have been held to explore new ways to make the event relevant, enticing, family-friendly and most of all, profitably worthwhile for the public, with new ideas and new exhibitors ready to unveil. As we approach the Northland Field Days for 2021, you can expect a lot of the details about these new players and fresh concepts to come to light in these pages. For now, the organisers of the

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Stars step into the ring u by Andy Bryenton

A night of thrilling professional wrestling action is promised by the athletes of Warrior Wrestling as they head to the Kaipara for a Showdown event on January 30, at the Dargaville Town Hall. Led by international athlete Aaron Henare, who competes at the highest level of the sport in Japan, the contenders for this multi-bout match up are insistent that this is a world away from just watching American theatrical style wrestling on television. A big difference that fans can expect is the level of physicality that we put it, says the Northland-born Henare. “Overseas, especially in America, wrestling has lost the competitive

aspect, but here we’ve got guys such as myself and Niwa who have travelled the world and are wanting to teach it to the next generation of Kiwis. “It’s a lot more combat sports-based with a grassroots Kiwi feel. Nothing can replace the feel of a live event. The emotional connection with a live crowd is special, and that’s what we want to bring to Dargaville.” Henare references the classic Kiwi love of the sport, from the days of shows

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like On the Mat with legends like Robert the Bruce. At one time, wrestling was our second national sport after rugby, he says, and rekindling the flame is part of his mission. Fans have responded well to the more visceral, engaging bouts presented by Warrior Wrestling in our local small towns. “The most common comment I’ve got from our last show in Onehunga,

Auckland was, ‘oh, I thought this was the fake one’. Then they realise we’re actually hitting each other, and really competing! “As I mentioned earlier, I think there’s a preconceived idea of the American theatrical style of wrestling, but we’re really looking to create our own straight-up, Kiwi style of nononsense action that the whole family can enjoy.” ¢

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u by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council and other grants providers for community development have issued a reminder that 2021 means a new year of disbursements to worthy causes. Some open very soon, so interested parties are urged to be ready.

The Kai Ora Fund, which supports community gardens and local initiatives for food sustainability, is seeking applications now, through until March 24. If you’re part of a community garden, community pantry or sustainable kai project this fund has small grants available to help. The Creative Communities Scheme opens for grant p Dargaville Museum was just one recipient of a community grant in 2020 — several schemes are opening soon for applications on February applications for 2021 1. This scheme is all about bringing art and creativity into community tennis, while the later August round spaces, in ways which help to brighten covers winter codes. Finally, it’s worth up towns, educate people, shine a noting that the Kaipara District Council spotlight on history or otherwise engage Community Grants will be open for the community. Locally, this scheme applications from April 1. This local has helped fund oil painting classes, government-based grants scheme helps museum exhibitions, photography support clubs and groups, playcentres, museums, marae and many other hubs contests, murals and more. The Sport New Zealand Rural Travel of community involvement. For each of these grants schemes, Fund will be open for applications for funding at the start of March, all the way there is a separate application process. through until the end of August. Its aim Hence the reminder from the KDC to is to assist sports clubs and teams for begin the process. Bring the possibility young people in rural and regional areas of a grants application to your club or to meet up for sporting engagements. organisation’s official meeting, and The March round is for summer fill in the necessary paperwork before season sports such as cricket and the deadline. ¢

Water restrictions have begun for the summer, even as a new reservoir begins construction in Te Kopuru to alleviate water shortages in the future. Water restrictions have been set to level two in Dargaville and Baylys Beach as the summer weather delivers reduced rainfall. It means a sprinkler ban is now in place for those areas, though it is still

permissible to wash your car, water your garden by hand or top up your pool. Fire bans are in place across the north, with Fire and Emergency New Zealand enforcing full restricted fire season rules. That means no outdoor blazes, fireworks or campfires; please check the FENZ website for information on applying for a permit for necessary fire use.

Brothers face 12 charges Two brothers accused of pointing a firearm at police and threatening to kill the officers in Dargaville last weekend have appeared in court and been remanded in custody until January 5. The pair, 20 and 26 years old, received name suppressions before a community magistrate in the Whangarei District Court last Monday. Seven charges were laid

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Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 26 January 2021 edition is Monday 25 January 2021 Public Notices

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. 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 Lots of fiction for good holiday reads, including loads of romance just arrived! 5 Freyberg Road. Phone 09 439 2044 or 027 200 5653. Opening hours will be changing from 1 February 2021. Details in next week’s issue. EVOLUTION, SCIENTIFIC impossibility. Observe the irreducible infinite complexity of cells??? HEALING ROOMS Tuesday 7.00, all welcome, Lion of Judah building River Road.

AGM 28th January 2021 Thursday 6:00pm

at OLD BOYS Nominations for positions please forward to Robyn via email dobrfasc@gmail.com

Arrive Alive...

Don’t Drink and Drive

DARGAVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL UNIFORM FOR 2021 Sportclub will be in our school hall between 10am – 2pm, on Tuesday 2nd February 2021 for uniform pick up and to purchase new uniforms. FIRST DAY BACK FOR 2021 The first day back for all DIS students will be Wednesday 3rd February 2021. School starts at 8.45am We look forward to seeing you all then

Public notice

Bereavements

CONDON, David

Passed away on 23 December 2020 in Waikato Hospital. Eldest brother of Ian (Deceased), Ross (Deceased) and Glenda. Brother in law of Judy, Uncle to Deirdre, Neil and Michelle, Aaron and Amy. Great Uncle to Carlyn, Nathan and Billy. Pain free and now at peace. Will miss our phone calls and chats.

Funeral Services N O RT H L A N D HEADSTONES

(Sections 100 and 127, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) Maungaturoto Memorial RSA Inc of Maungaturoto, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an Club Licence in respect of the premises situated at 115 Hurndall Street East Maungaturoto known as Maungaturoto Memorial RSA. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Club. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 10am to 1am following day. Anzac Day 6am to 10pm The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 13, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. No objection to the 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 only publication of this notice.

Servicing all of Kaipara. View our headstones at northlandheadstones.co.nz

Livestock

MATAKOHE SALE FRIDAY 22ND JANUARY 2021 12 Noon 10 x R2 Service Bulls 15 x Boner Cows 8 x R2 Heifers

Death Notices

Rae-Ola Dalice Meurant nee Olsen DOB 7 Sept 1928, 154 Logan Street, Mangawhare, Dargaville. Cherished daughter of

the late Ole ‘Yar’ Elias Olsen and Dalice Margaret nee Brady. Wife of Edward (Ted) Alan Meurant, killed 5 May 1961. Mother of Ross and Brad. Mother-in-law of Patricia and Helen. Grandmother of Suzie (Melbourne), Jane, Luke, Lisa, Jackson. Great grandmother Taylor, Alian (Melbourne), Lizzie, Ella, Madeline, Sadie and another on the way. Dearest mother, grandmother, great grandmother, died peacefully, Northcote Point 5 January 2021 aged 92. Elder sister of the late James (Jim) Martin Elias Olsen and the late Pamela Kay Hayward. Soiree to celebrate the life of a woman with fortitude TBA.

SUBRITZKY Joy Elizabeth, (Nee McCarroll)

Joy Passed away on 6 January 2021 at Jane Mander Retirement Village. Loved and loving wife of Bill, together again. Cherished and adored Mum of Dean and Linda, Daryn and Toni (Perth, Australia). A doting and much loved Nana of David & Maria, Sara & Aaron, Julia & Mattea. Jason & Alisha. Loved Great Nana of Sofia. A service has been held at the Lighthouse Function Centre, Dargaville Museum, 32 Mt Wesley Coast Road, Dargaville on Tuesday 12th January at 11 am; followed by interment at Redhill Cemetery. All communications to the ‘Subritzky Family’ c/- PO Box 287, Whangarei 0140

6 x Autumn Born Weaner Steers Canvassing for further entries

Contact: Murray Lynch 021 966 501

NOTICE OF HEARING FOR – PRIVATE PLAN CHANGE 78 (ESTUARY ESTATES) BY MANGAWHAI CENTRAL LIMITED

Noel Baker 027 455 5828 Don McKenzie 021 754 174 Grant Harrison 027 210 1479 Hybrid Auction Sale streamed live via MyLiveStock

In accordance with clause 8B of the First Schedule of the Resource Management Act 1991, notice is given for the re-convened hearing of the application by Mangawhai Central Limited for a Private Plan Change to rezone 130ha of land contained within the Estuary Estates Structure Plan of the operative Kaipara District Plan 2013. The private plan change was heard on the 23 – 25 November 2020. It was adjourned to enable the Applicant to provide supplementary evidence and for the Council to address the information request made by the Hearing Panel. The details of the re-convened hearing are as follows: Date: 3 February 2021 Time: 9.30 am. Venue: Public Library Hall at 45 Moir Street, Mangawhai. The re-convened hearing is to hear the Applicant’s supplementary expert evidence, and the information being provided by the Council (a report on infrastructure planning and funding) – as well as for the Council Officers to make any additional comment on the proposal having heard the applicant’s evidence, and for the applicant to give their Reply. The Hearing Panel may issue further Directions once it has reviewed the additional information. All the additional evidence, information, and any Direction from the Hearing Panel will be made available to all parties.

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ADAMS Ronald Leslie

02-04-1936 - 15/01/2021 In his 85th year Loved Husband of Maureen and the late Carole. Dearly loved dad, stepdad and pop to Maurice & Lesley, Susan & Bruce. Loved pop of Natalie & Kurt, Kylie & Andy, Stephen and Gpop to Jackson. Stepdad to Joanne and Herb, Darrel & Brenda, Rhonda & Ivan, Kerry and Melissa, Errol & Joey. Grandpop to 12. Great Grandpop to 9. After a short illness our loved Ron is at rest. He will be greatly missed. A private service has been held in accordance with Ron's wishes. All correspondence to M. Adams 6654 State Highway 12, Dargaville. FOREVER GARDENING!!

Adams, Ronald Leslie

15th January 2021 Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of Isobel and the late Rex Cossill. Loved uncle of Jason and Tracey, Aaron and Vanessa, Michelle and Dean Morgan and families. Will be sorely missed but our awesome memories are forever. "I'm off to my bed"

Adams, Ronald Leslie

On 15th January 2021 Dearly loved brother & brother in-law of Elaine and the late Murray Wightman. Loved uncle of Murray & Jo (Taupo), Yvette (Florida), Tirina & Craig (Auckland) and families. A battle bravely fought. Happy Gardening

January 19 - 2021 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

60 TOKATOKA ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$590,000 1170 STATE HIGHWAY 12, MAUNGATUROTO

$165,000 127 MATAKOHE EAST ROAD, MATAKOHE

$575,000 4 KOMITI ROAD, TINOPAI

$325,000

SUCH GREAT VALUE

SOLID SECTION WITH A BIT OF BUZZ

ROOM FOR ALL THE FAMILY

WATER VIEW SECTION WITH GARAGE

This home is just waiting for you and your family to call it home. Nestled in a private location with views of the river & Tokatoka. This family home features 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large separate lounge, open plan family, dining & kitchen. The 6 x9 garage, workshop and a carport for the boat or caravan all this on 1770 sqm section. Live your dream life. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4156

1.8050 ha’s on State Highway 12 handy to both Maungaturoto Township and Paparoa Village. Lots of space to build your home, park your campervan or go glamping on the Pahi River creek which moseys through this mostly flat section on the border of the North Auckland Railway Line. If you don’t mind some traffic or railway noise, this is the property for you. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2518

5 bedroom plus rumpus room, bar room, 1 bathroom, double garage. Open plan kitchen dining and separate lounge. Free standing fireplace/wetback and heat pump in dining area and a gas fire in the lounge. Lounge and master bedroom open onto the deck. Also enclosed BBQ area accessed from kitchen/ dining area and bar. SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2489

Enjoy looking down at the boats and across the bay from this prime location of 857 sqm. Concrete building platform from original bach, single garage, water tank and septic system. Park your motorhome have a place to retreat while you design and build. Ph Rhoda today!

106 RANFURLY STREET, DARGAVILLE

$350,000 35 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO $695,000 plus GST (if any) 3/2568 PAPAROA OAKLEIGH ROAD, PAPAROA

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2525

$410,000 1734 TINOPAI ROAD, TINOPAI

$675,000

I’M OH SO SPACIOUS.

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

FOR THE SERIOUS RENOVATOR

BACK UP THE BUS

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.

Much-loved 560sqm Maungaturoto Historic Hotel on busy SH12 includes dining lounge, sports bar, bandstand, sleep-out, basement cellar, hotel and manager’s accommodations, ample parking and quaint backyard with relaxing views. Long term lease currently in place and four freehold titles on approx 13,224sqm of land next to a lovely babbling brook. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MC2461

4.96 ha´s with resited 3 bedroom home for the serious renovator. Basically everything needs doing including bringing power from the boundary and installing a septic tank. Currently 3 bedroom with an upstairs that could be turned into more. Located approximately 6km´s from Paparoa Village.

Lovely easy contoured sunny and sheltered 9 Ha lifestyle within minutes of the coastal waters of Tinopai itself. 4 bdm home, plenty of undercover parking for vehicles, round barn, many old sheds as well as a derelict home with old coal range. Ph Rhoda today!

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2520

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2517

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4192

3203 POUTO RD, TE KOPURU

$680,000 103 HURNDALL STREET MAUNGATUROTO

$629,000 LOT 3, 129 PETLEY ROAD, PAPAROA

Offers over $295,000 7 SUNSET DRIVE, BAYLYS BEACH

$595,000

NEW LISTING

FAT ACRES AND GREENER PASTURES...

RECENTLY RENOVATED AND READY TO GO

PICTURE PERFECT IN PAPAROA

HOOK, LINE AND SINKER

If you are looking for all day sun and outdoor dining, then look no further. A country escape offering a private lifestyle, rural and Kaipara water views. Relocated in 2009 with a 2018 renovation with quality fixtures and materials. This is a stunning and modern home with double glazing, large deck with big views. Rolling contour with fruiting avocado trees. MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS4173

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

A rolling green 1ha meadow with a peep of water views to build your dream in the lovely Paparoa. This picturesque block is spray and chemical free, and planted with natives. The contour is rolling, and you just feel worlds away in your own little paradise. Power to the boundary. Building covenant will apply. SHAR SCHULTZ Mob 022 046 4790 WEB ID MRE2524

Here is your opportunity to purchase this property which could be yours next week. This family home has a nice rural outlook and features 3 doubles and a large single bedroom, open plan living opening out onto the deck, double glazed windows plus has a separate shower and bath.

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS4187

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

www.roperandjones.co.nz

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

AUCTION 20 First Avenue, Dargaville

4/140 Logan Street, Dargaville

View: 23rd January 1-2PM

Dargaville Retirement Village.

Auction: Thursday 28th January at 1PM on site, unless sold prior

Here we have a lovely, warm and cosy 2 bedroom cottage with open plan living, heat pump and HRV system. Decking front & back, established trees, wet area shower/laundry and a large internal access garage.

Wow - is it space you want? Large 260sqm home set on 911sqm section with established grounds, a beautiful and private garden area and plenty of room for the kids. Views overlooking Dargaville. Internal access with huge, carpeted 2 car garage and workshop that you will love plus an extra toilet! Tidy 4 queen-sized bedroom house in a good location, just a short walk to the medical centre, also close to local schools. 3 heat pumps, an awesome large conservatory which is sunny and warm all year round - a great entertainment area. A must to consider!

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

rwdargaville.co.nz Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

$320,000

You have the use of the main community hall for any functions. You have security, independence + companionship. This retirement village is “License to Occupy”.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493

rwdargaville.co.nz Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)