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Covid alert closes Kaipara venues u by Paul Campbell
“Our carefree Kaipara summer is skipping a beat right now, and it’ll pay to keep up with developments over coming days and simply take more care,” says Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith, in the wake of confirmed community Covid-19 transmission in Northland.
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The alert is concentrated in southern Northland — Whangarei, Ruakaka, Parua Bay, Helensville, Maungaturoto, Matakohe and Mangawhai. A 56-year-old woman was traced to some 30 businesses and public facilities across Northland. She tested positive for Covid-19 despite quarantine after a trip to Europe. Tests have confirmed her infection came from the South African Covid-19 mutation, through a quarantine contact at Auckland’s Pullman Hotel. At no point did the woman concerned visit Dargaville. In the Kaipara, the woman visited Joseph Taylor Homewares, The Dune Restaurant and Bar in Mangawhai, Eutopia Cafe in Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto Second-hand shop and the Four Square supermarket, White Rock Gallery, The Kauri Museum and the Gumdigger Cafe in Matakohe on January 18. Eutopia Cafe has closed for several days, and while the supermarket remains open, Foodstuffs Ltd has isolated staff from that date and brought in replacements. “The Kauri Museum and cafe are closed as we staff have to self-isolate and undertake Covid-19 testing before we begin the process of deep cleaning of the museum,” said CEO Dr Tracy Wedge. “The shutdown is expected at least until week’s end.” The adjacent White Rock Gallery has also closed. At time of print, Kaipara and Northland testing stations were busy with anxious people — some experiencing delays up to three hours. Authorities have requested that tests should be kept clear for people who may have had contact with the venues concerned with others standing back in the meantime to ease congestion. Dr Smith is also seeking more testing stations closer to the affected area, preferably at Maungaturoto, to save local people 100km round trips to Dargaville and Mangawhai. “From my perspective, we may require more testing stations just for peace of mind for the people and for the system,” he said. “Kaipara people need to be vigilant and keep aware of what’s going on, and look out for others who may not be keeping up with the news. There may yet be further community transmission though I’m hopeful this won’t happen. For now
p A call for Covid-19 vigilance from Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith
we remain at Pandemic Alert Level 1, and if there is any change to that, it will be well-publicised. As you go about normal activities, remember to keep two-metre social distancing where possible, use the Covid-19 tracer app or sign in to businesses and wash your hands regularly. Perhaps prepare to limit social contact for the rest of this week, but call your neighbours and keep in touch. “We’re seeing the benefits now of good use of the tracing app and record-keeping of places the affected case visited, which is a great reminder there’s no room for complacency, and we all have a responsibility here.” ¢
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January 26 - 2021
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p Workmen have now repaired a minor slip on a corner of Pahi Road, near Paparoa, remarkable only, as locals say, because it has taken four years to do the job. Speed restriction signs approaching the roadside subsidence have warned “this slip is under investigation,” since it occurred in 2016 when it was listed as number 119 of such repair jobs on the Kaipara District Council list.
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p In the fernery of the Dargaville Riverside Garden you will see these colourful and artistic Kindness and Inspiration stones, which have been created by the local community group, Wednesday Crafts. The idea is to share their kindness and let others know there are people who care. The concept has taken off worldwide; anyone is free to take a stone, with the encouragement to craft and decorate another to leave in the same place. There’s no right or wrong way to make a kindness stone. If you take one home and bring back another. you’re completing a chain which, in a small and fun way, helps show that we value the spirit of kindness and caring about others. The Wednesday Crafts group wishes to thank I-Deal Demo and Harrison Contracting for donations of materials for the project.
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p Nine-year-old Phoebe Kelt caught a wave at Mangawhai surf beach recently. Phoebe was part of a group of young people learning about the art of surfing as part of the Ultimate Kids Surf Camp held at Mangawhai and Te Arai. The camp is run by Mangawhai-based Aotearoa Surf School. “The camp is a one-of-a-kind experience for kids 8–15 years old growing ocean confidence and developing happy and healthy surfers,” said Aotearoa Surf School general manager Che Burnett. The children spent five days learning about surfing as well as taking part in other activities including trying out a long waterslide. “From complete beginners to the more experienced kids, memories are created for a lifetime. They leave with newfound confidence and water skills,” Che said. Photo — Aotearoa Surf School
KAIPARA LIFESTYLER January 26 - 2021
Development hearings recommence
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u by Andy Bryenton
Hearings recommence on February 3 in regards to the muchdebated private plan change for the Mangawhai Central development in Molesworth Drive. Expert assessments and the views of concerned citizen’s group Mangawhai Matters have been heard, and now an engineer’s report is to be tabled. Concerns about the pressure which might be placed on wastewater systems, roading, green spaces and other amenities were part of the presentations made by Mangawhai Matters and other submitters in late 2020. Now a statement by Chartered Engineer James Sephton in response to directions from the hearing panel points out some pertinent figures, and Kaipara District Council’s plans for future expansion. These exclude water reticulation, with the new development having to find its own source of drinking water. The statement reports that the existing Mangawhai Community Wastewater Scheme ‘currently has 2,411 connections with the immediate capacity for a total of 2,800 connections, meaning there is currently capacity for an additional 389 connections’. As an indication of Mangawhai’s rapid growth, this system is now nearly at capacity. However, counsel for the Mangawhai Matters group, chaired by Doug Lloyd, contends that development has not covered the costs of this initial scheme. “In that regard, Mangawhai Matters notes that while this is not the place to cry over spilt milk, it wishes to draw
attention to Mr Sephton’s confirmation that the existing treatment plant only has capacity for 389 further connections, and note that the outstanding debt for the present scheme is in excess of $50 million,” says legal counsel Michael Savage. “We note that KDC’s Draft Funding Strategy paper describes an aim ‘that development contributions are set to recover the costs of growth’. While noting that ‘… for the Mangawhai Wastewater Plant … funding costs continue to be well ahead of development contributions received’.” Mr Sephton’s report clarified the KDC understood more connections would be needed. The Mangawhai Spatial Plan identifies the need for 6,000 wastewater connections in total by 2043. The construction of a balancing tank to allow for peak flows during the summer tourist season has been approved for this year. The statement also notes that ‘growth projects will continue to be primarily funded by development contributions’. The question Mr Lloyd and his group are asking about this, and the parallel issues of funding for other forms of infrastructure, is whether development contributions will be sufficient. In a letter to the commissioners deciding on the private plan change, Mr Savage stated: “Mangawhai Matters
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p Construction of roading infrastructure is already underway at Mangawhai Central, while a private plan change that could alter the implementation of the development remains under scrutiny
considers that in order to protect council, ratepayers and developer alike, checks and balances are needed in the District Plan provisions for Mangawhai Central relating to development staging, and the funding and provision of infrastructure.” Approval for the plan change is contingent not just on wastewater
issues, but other factors including potable water supply, transport networks and stormwater. Mr Sephton’s report will be tabled on February 3, followed by the applicants presenting their supplementary evidence and supplementary legal submissions, before the hearing panel deliberates. ¢
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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER
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Paparoa’s day of pride u by Andy Bryenton
At a time when the politics of identity are dividing foreign politics, the small town of Paparoa is showing how support to be oneself can bring people together.
p With Christmas and New Year’s celebrations over, local children Lilly McPherson (far left), Hayley Walker, Sam Cannon, Jorja Frankie and Jorja Manner (front) took time out with Rusty the quarter horse. The children were taking part in a school holiday programme at Heatley Riding Centre. “It was a great end to this school holiday programme block. Such a neat bunch of kids, so many goals reached and plenty of smiles. It was a pleasure having them all,” said centre owner Jess Brennan.
Mayor’s Memo Kia ora Happy new year greetings to you as we roar on further into the Twenties. Already it’s lining up to be a cracker of a year for Kaipara District Council, and our summer season is well underway. • Some reminders of what Kaipara Summer 2021 means right now: • A total fire ban; • No graders on unsealed roads as they’re too dry. • Water restrictions in place for Dargaville and Baylys Beach; “Come on in, the water’s fine” is a catchcry I’ve heard all across this summer between the two oceans and two harbours of Kaipara District. It’s a reference to the warm water temperatures but also to the unpolluted waters here. Not taking anything for granted, it’s a real pleasure to know all our Kaipara District beaches and harbours are swimmable, with no breaches of sewage systems here to make any of our great coastline or waterways unsafe for swimming. In a season where other councils across New Zealand are taking a bit of a bath over sewage system failures, long may KDC’s good performance last with no breaches onto beaches. Long Term Plan 2021-31 is rapidly taking shape and an early draft of it is with auditors at present, before February final shaping of the Consultation Document which will be available in March. At present it’s looking like we’re starting from a base of 3.37% average rates increase for the first year plus targeted rates and also optional projects being put to the community. Your new property valuation will be available online and in our office soon, and is an important factor in determining how rates are calculated for individual properties. Remember, property values change by different levels across
the District. Properties where there’s a value rise less than the average will pay less of the general rates and properties that have seen a valuation rise more than the average will pay more to reflect this — that’s the way the system works, so this valuation information is key. You’ll see more information about this when you receive your new valuation notice in the near future. In the stream ahead are four important matters in January, February and March for which to keep an eye out: • Property valuation letters from Quotable Value early February; • Northland Regional Council release of new coastal inundation/sea level rise maps; • Kaipara District Council Long Term Plan 2021–31 release of Consultation Document in early March, for you to have your say about the decade ahead; • Central Government direction about the future ownership of every council’s 3 Waters assets (drinking water, wastewater, stormwater) in late March/ early April. For now, taking an optimistic look at the future of this place I recommend checking out the aspirational Kaipara District Spatial Plan 2050 — Nga Wawata, which has just been made available on the website www.kaipara.govt.nz/spatialplan. With a future so bright, you gotta wear shades! Nga mihi nui
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p Flying the flag for pride — Paparoa will host its first-ever pride parade for the rainbow community and supporters of diversity
The community is hosting a pride parade and picnic on February 7, not just for locals but for members of the rainbow community throughout the Kaipara and beyond. It’s not just for those who can celebrate the accepting, supportive attitude prevailing in modern New Zealand. Moreover, it’s also for those who support their whanau, neighbours, colleagues and friends in living their best lives and celebrating diversity, whether in sexual orientation or any other part of who they are. Organiser Cissy Rock says that there has been widespread support for the idea and that celebrating rainbow pride
outside of the main centres has a special significance. “People should not have to move away from their home town or their family and friends to be who they really are and to live an authentic life. We are celebrating in Paparoa, but the invitation and the message are for all our Kaipara towns.” The event begins at 5pm at the Thirsty Tui, which has thrown its support behind the pride parade and picnic in a big way. From there, a short parade heads down to the village green for a shared picnic and refreshments, with entertainment from local musicians and Circus Kumarani. ¢
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Extra hearings for landfill saga u by Paul Campbell
The proposal for a huge landfill in the Dome Valley for Auckland’s rubbish, seen by opponents as a major threat to the Kaipara Harbour, is back before an extended commissioners’ hearing this week for tip applicants Waste Management to make rebuttal statements.
p From left: Fight the Tip executive members Sue Crockett, Mikaera Miru and Michelle Carmichael
The hearings wound up on December 17, when opponents stated their case against the Chinese-owned company’s dump plan, led by the Fight the Tip movement saying it’s in a catchment area that feeds into the Kaipara Harbour which could be devastated in any tip breach. This week, two additional days will hear more from Waste Management’s legal team on Wednesday, January 27
and Thursday, January 28 from 9.30am in the Warkworth Town Hall. In December, after two years of campaigning including a petition to parliament, a declared rahui at the tip site and a hikoi to Auckland, Fight the Tip finally had its case officially heard by the five independent commissioners. “Now the hearing is ongoing, so it’s not over yet,” said FTT’s spokesperson, Sue Crockett. ¢
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Council calls for water savings u by Paul Campbell
While some areas of Kaipara and Northland have had “relatively short, but timely, bouts of rain” meaning some places are now close to or above typical January rainfall, the Northland Regional Council is still calling for water savings. NRC regulatory services manager, Colin Dall, says rainfall figures show that up to January 18, in Kaipara, Paparoa has had 90mm with a typical January count of 61mm. However, Dargaville received 35mm of a typical fall of 80mm. In wider Northland, Kaitaia had received 41mm compared to the 70mm it typically received during January and Whangarei, 36mm instead of 80mm. Mr Dall says the most recent MetService forecast produced for the regional council indicated overall it was likely to be drier than normal during the four weeks to the end of the first week of February, Given the region was now roughly half-way through summer, it was simple, common sense for everyone to be already conserving water wherever possible. The regional council’s Water and Waste monitoring manager, Alison McHugh, says people on tank supplies
need to be especially mindful of conserving water. “Aside from the obvious financial cost of buying in the water people need, tank refills also have potential environmental costs, putting pressure on supplies in other areas.” Ms McHugh says regionally, aquifer levels are lower than usual; again, largely the legacy of last year’s prolonged drought and were being monitored closely by the council. Mr Dall added that “if necessary, the regional council can impose formal water rationing or water shortage directions as tools for managing water takes in dry catchments.” The region’s district councils had already proactively introduced their own restrictions in susceptible areas in recent weeks, including both the Kaipara and Far North. Regional river and rainfall data are available on the council’s website via nrc.govt.nz/riversandrain and water restrictions at bewaterwise.org.nz.
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Kaipara’s libraries have been providing reading material to locals the ‘old-fashioned way’ for decades; now there’s a new service available via the net, which delivers audiobooks and ebooks to Kaipara citizens.
u by Andy Bryenton
Dargaville’s annual gun show is happening on Saturday February 13, but it’s not just a display of modern-day firearms for the avid hunter or target shooter.
Both of these formats have grown in popularity recently, alongside the rise of the smartphones and tablets used to access them. With nearly everyone packing a small computer in their pocket or satchel, listening to an audiobook while cooking dinner or enjoying an electronic copy of your favourite novel has become commonplace and accessible. Kaipara libraries offer thousands of ebook and p Ebooks and audiobooks are a growing part of your local library’s catalogue; sign up online and get audiobook options for free, via engaged with this convenient new technology its online portal kaipara.kotui. org.nz. The benefits, for rural people “We would recommend that you especially, mean fewer trips to town download our Kaipara library app as to secure new reads, more access this is the best way to search the to electronic versions of books and catalogue for eDigital products,” says magazines, and no large stack of library the library’s online information on how books to keep track of. Audiobooks have to access this service. also proven to be a popular option for “You will also need to download one those who wish to experience the great or all of the apps needed to access stories of our time or the classics, but eBooks and other eDigitial products. have little time for conventional reading There are several different apps used in their schedule. Letting a popular voice by the Library for eDigital products; they actor like Nigel Planer or Stephen Fry are Libby, Pressreader, ePlatform and read to you while you vacuum, garden, Borrowbox. They each offer different commute or relax is a new door into the world of literature. ¢ titles and products.”
p Military antique collectors often hold fascinating pieces of history in their collections — days like the forthcoming guns show are when they come out on public display
It’s a multi-layered exposition of history, of which many of our local militaria collectors are the custodians. Last year’s show saw record-breaking numbers of locals visit Dargaville’s Hokianga Road community hall to examine a collection of military antiques and historical firearms from the wild west to the battlefields of the second world war and beyond, as well as sporting guns, police and special forces firearms, and military memorabilia with adventurous and interesting stories behind it.
Now Dargaville Firearms & Militaria Collectors Club president John Dahlin and his friends are planning an even bigger, better show, with exhibits spanning centuries of history. The forthcoming show will feature exhibits honouring New Zealand’s Anzacs and the tools and equipment, which helped win an Allied victory. There will be a showcasing of the world of antique sports shooting, the art of the gunsmith and the history of firearms development, plus much more. ¢
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Festival ready to set sail
Fire plans underway
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The global pandemic may have postponed plans for a celebration of the Wairoa River and the town of Dargaville alongside it, but in 2021 it’s an idea whose time has come.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is in the process of creating a new fire plan for Kaipara and wider Northland to outline management of public safety and fire risks under the new act, which amalgamated the country’s rural and urban fire services.
p Dargaville’s River Festival is on for 2021, incorporating the town’s famous annual regatta
With entertainment and events already locked in, including historical presentations and the annual Northern Wairoa Boating Club Regatta, the call is out for entrepreneurs and crafty locals to snap up stall spaces at the festival’s market day. “The 2021 Dargaville River Festival is taking place on Saturday, April 3,” said Dargaville Community Development Board projects facilitator, Sue Curtis. “It will be a family-friendly day of markets, entertainment, tours and the Northern Wairoa Boating Club Regatta. Festival sites will encompass the foreshore from the Te Awa Riverside Gardens to the Dargaville Museum and involve many community organisations.” This event is the first of its kind for Dargaville, a town with a strong relationship to the river, which formed the focal point of early Kaipara trade
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local demographics and environmental factors that are relevant to reduce fire risks and manage the potential impacts if one occurs. They differ from previous fire plans made under the Forest and Rural Fires Act 1977, which included information about response activities, including contact information for various contracted services. “That crucial information is still held by Fire and Emergency and is readily available in the case of an emergency,” a spokesman said. ¢
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Young dancers excel
Sport reunion planned
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Students of dance in Dargaville stepped up on stage for their end of year exams just before the holiday break; now the results are in, with high achievement standards all round.
The reorganisation of provincial rugby in New Zealand towards the middle of the last century, saw major changes in the administration of the sport and the old Otamatea Rugby subunion whittled away toward the major centres.
p Dancers from many age groups combined their skills to present the story of Alice in Wonderland as an end of year recital piece
King’s School of Dance students were graded according to an exacting numbered standard, which rates aspects of skill and performance. With dancers around the country hoping for 30 out of 30 points in their assessment, jazz dancer Kaede-Jane Grimes achieved 29 points. It included a full 10 out of 10 for the section of dance quality. A fellow student of jazz dance, Danielle Low also achieved 10 out of 10 for dance quality. She is one of four Dargaville dancers to achieve the highest possible standard in dance, the distinction award. Two other students were Monica Davidson, also in jazz, and first-year dancer Alexis Keller. School principal
Sonja King praised her young students for their determination in a year of disruption and adversity. “What a challenging year it has been. For some of us, additional events have been far more demanding of our emotional and physical resources. Congratulations to all the exam students, we have seen some great results this year.” More good news is on the horizon for Dargaville dancers, with a new custombuilt studio in the planning stages. Ms King says that this new space will allow for more freedom of movement, adding that it will be the only purposebuilt dance studio and practice space in the region. ¢
Now local Kaipara playing stalwarts from those days plan to gather old foes and comrades for a reunion, hoping to stage the event in Kaipara about Easter, to also include “the ladies of basketball competition.” Playing regularly in those days was Maungaturoto identity, Albie Paton, who recently celebrated his 80th birthday with a few like-minded mates. With them, he is seeking to rekindle old friendships “before there’s no one left of the era. We reckon it’s time for a reunion of old Otamatea players and administrators and even referees while there are still some left.” “Clubs that made up the sub-union towards the end of the 1950s and into the 1960s included Eastern, from Kaiwaka with two teams, Red and Blue, as well as Maungaturoto, Paparoa-Taipuha, and some years, a team from Ruawai.” A list of names of players “who may be around in various parts of the country” has been drawn up and numbers well above 100. Among them is Richie Guy former All Black and delegate to the World Rugby Union among other accolades. “We also have at least a dozen names
p Albie Paton wants old rugby and basketball players to get in touch for a reunion
down for women’s basketball, or netball, so we’d like to include the ladies too,” said Albie. “Initial plans include visits to old playing venues, a gathering at The Kauri Museum and a gala dinner event. “The main thing is to let people know this holiday season, when many old Kaipara families may be resuming contact, that we have this plan underway. We would appreciate any input from former players and other old hands. They can contact me on 027 494 9448.” ¢
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Rail trail a step closer Growing your own u by Andy Bryenton
u by Paul Campbell
A $4 million grant has made the planned rail trail from the Waipoua Forest to Dargaville a step closer to reality, with recruitment planned and training charted out for a workforce to make it happen.
A series of marae-based workshops are underway funded by the Ministry for Primary Industries, to help Kaipara residents grow their own food.
p A $4 million windfall means that it’s time to negotiate a mutually-beneficial route with Kaihu Valley landowners, then get to work carving out a new cycleway
“We have spoken previously about the cycle trail planned for Kaihu Valley, and we are pleased to advise that $4 million in external funding has been confirmed from the Provincial Growth Fund,” says the Kaipara District Council’s media liaison. “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 Donnellys Crossing and link through to Dargaville. It will form part of the planned Ancient Kauri Trail, designed to link Omapere on the Hokianga Harbour with Mangawhai on the east coast. It’s also part of a network of cycleways, which the government plans to span Cape Reinga to Bluff. Currently, Kaipara is one of the few parts of the country not connected to the cycle tourism ‘superhighway’; the planned cycleway will push the district toward full participation. Construction is expected to start in March and continue to October 2022. The trail will run mainly along the picturesque old railway
corridor. The KDC is in negotiations with landowners about how best to avoid or circumvent areas where the rails, disused since 1959, now bisect vital farming infrastructure. The council said that the final route would be confirmed after these discussions and site visits with landowners along the trail are completed. Meanwhile, a workforce must be mustered to cut the trail and make it safe and fit, meaning a boost for local employment. ‘Recruits will undergo a six-week training programme to gain the skills required to build the trail and set them up for ongoing employment in the industry,” said a KDC spokesperson. “Training is across a range of skills needed to develop the trail; machine operation, earthworks, civil construction, fencing, traffic management, vegetation, landscaping and more.” ¢
The first of four educational hui was held at Naumai Marae last week on turning “back yards into food bowls. During last year’s Covid-19 lockdowns, local iwi helped bring fresh food into the district for disadvantaged and isolated residents,” says Mauri Ora ki Ngati Whatua Charitable Trust director, Grace Le Gros. “The aim of this project is to help build resilience in Kaipara’s rural communities, equipping them with p Trust director Grace Le Gros hopes the workshops help the skills to be more inspire change self-sufficient.” MPI is providing $20,000 to develop Te Kopuru, and Parirau Marae, northwest the community education programme. of Matakohe and are open to the wider “Growing kai brings communities community with dates to be advised. together and builds and strengthens “Kaipara is known as the country’s social connections. My friends with kumara capital, and this project will vegetable gardens share their surplus help upskill people and could propel produce with friends, family and them into employment. The goal is also elderly residents unable to grow their to turn land at the local school into an own food.” abundant vegetable garden, and use the A pilot garden will be planted at project to integrate horticulture and food Naumai Marae, with herbs, and production into the school curriculum.” vegetables such as lettuce, silverbeet, To attend future hui register with onions and carrots. Further hui are Hazel Hornell at hazel.mauriora@gmail. also planned for Ripia Marae, south of com or phone 022 042 2447. ¢
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Rate calculation for CCTV Nursery forges ahead u by Andy Bryenton
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The Dargaville CCTV project has proven its worth in preventing crime and identifying criminals during its tenure of operations. Now plans to make the project sustainable and give it scope to grow requires a targeted rate of $10 for each rateable unit a year.
Further to its hui for stakeholders in October last year, hapu Te Uri o Hau has now established a training programme in conjunction with NorthTec at its Te Arai native plant nursery.
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The network of 30 cameras in the Dargaville area is potentially just the beginning, say proponents of the scheme at the Dargaville Community Development Board. The Ruawai Business Association, for example, has requested that their town be included in the project’s future expansions. A request has been made that the targeted rate covers all properties in the Dargaville and West Coast Central wards, and the northern part of the Otamatea Ward, from Tana Road, Ruawai west. “For those of you who live rurally, the Dargaville CCTV project may appear to be of benefit to town residents,” says Sue Curtis of the DCDB. “However, take a moment to consider where you shop, work, attend church, go to the doctor or dentist, or where your kids attend school. You may live rurally, but Dargaville is our commercial hub that we rely on.” Catching criminals and vandals fast also mean they have less ability to reoffend. That spectrum of criminal offending can often reach further than Dargaville. A thief here may be a burglar in his or her own rural community. A
p CCTV has proved its worth, especially during a busy summer, and now a targeted rate has been calculated to support its expansion
safer Dargaville also means more tourist numbers, benefitting everyone, as does a confident and strong local economy. The targeted rate would pay for a part-time administrator to be responsible for the CCTV network; cleaning, maintenance, upgrades, sourcing funding and grants for further expansions and liaising with police. A decision will be made about the CCTV system’s future in March, as the council discuss the long-term plan for the district. ¢
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PAPAROA A&P SHOW even in the boxing ring. In Paparoa they’ve recreated the famous special stage from vintage arcade game Street Fighter and lined up condemned cars for patrons to smash. How much damage can you do with a sledgehammer as the clock ticks down? It’s sure to be great stress relief as well as a test of might, and afterwards, all the scrap metal is recycled. These kinds of community shows were initially established out of a friendly rivalry between farming families, so the crafts, preserves, baking, art, photography and even prize veggies from the farmhouse kitchen were always going to have tough competition for the blue ribbon. It’s no less of a tough choice for the judges in 2021, as this section enjoys a renaissance. Also carrying the pride of local farmers are the prize animals in the show ring. Cattle and milking goats are the standout categories at the Paparoa Show, with fine examples on display that represent the literal cream of the Kaipara’s herds. The equestrian section boasts a full host of classes and breeds. This year visitors will see miniature horses, a harness section, led horse and pony, as well as the ridden classes for hacks and ponies. Showjumping will be another event for everyone to look forward to. A leisure horse ring will also be up and running for anyone out for a fun day with their horse. Likewise, there’ll be fancy riding and feats of skill on display as the team roping arena echoes to the sounds of
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EDUCATION Back to school across the Kaipara u by Andy Bryenton
It’s time to assemble fresh new stationery, decide on favourite options, lock in choices for future career success and head back to school for 2021. School holidays have drawn to an end, with most local primary schools beginning classes in the first week of February. Many will feature a teacher’s only day on February 3, with classes in session from Thursday, February 4, including Selwyn Park School, Dargaville Primary School and Mangawhai Beach School. Others, such as St Joseph’s School and Kaiwaka Primary School begin on February 2 after the anniversary weekend holidays. Many of our local schools are open for enrolments in the last week of January, but it pays to phone ahead and check. There are usually forms to fill in for parents enrolling new entrants, whether they have recently turned five or are new to the region. Dargaville High School’s year 13 students were to have taken part in a leadership camp before the start of the academic year, but this was postponed due to Covid precautions. The start of this week has also been given over to enrolments and options meetings with the deans to determine the academic
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RENOVATIONS New rules for rentals u by Andy Bryenton
As of February 11 new rules surrounding rental properties come into effect, making it more important than ever to have professional oversight for landlords’ portfolios, say experts in the industry. Tenancy law specialists and property managers from major real estate brands agree that these changes may signal the end of the era of the mediumlevel investor acting as both landlord, handyman, groundskeeper and financial manager for himself. The need for experienced management has been elevated with new laws surrounding the legality of rent increases, the ability for tenants to make minor changes to the property, and the need to swiftly rectify issues, which may impact on the home’s weathertightness and fitness for occupancy under stricter new rules. In terms of renovations, the February 11 deadline for new regulations regarding the security of rental tenure, rent increase wait times and rental bidding is overshadowed by the no less imminent July 1 2021 changes to the healthy homes framework. From this date, private landlords must ensure their rental properties comply with the healthy home’s standards within 90 days of any new or renewed tenancy.
With tradespeople working hard to assist with an influx of new residents renovating their homes for personal use, it would pay for landlords to engage the assistance of their local experts now to avoid missing the deadline, with fiscal consequences. Likewise, this could be the wake-up call for many to switch to professional property management. Local professionals within the industry have been busy upskilling recently to keep ahead of the law changes and ensure that things go smoothly for their clients. The practical upgrades required to remain in the good books with healthy homes are as follows: For heating — All rental properties must have one or more fixed heaters, which can directly heat the main living room and meet a required heating capacity. Certain heating devices that are inefficient, unaffordable or unhealthy will not meet the requirements of this standard. Wood burning fires, heat pumps and other forms of heating may be used in combination or alone.
p Insulation, ventilation, weathertightness, and heating are still major points of contention in the rental market, after several years of positive change
A heating assessment tool is provided at tenancy.govt.nz/heating-tool, which provides a report that shows the minimum heating capacity required. It can be used to check if current heating is sufficient to meet the standard or if it is necessary to install a new heater. For insulation — Ceiling and underfloor insulation have been compulsory in all rental homes since July 1 2019, where it is ‘reasonably practicable’ to install. Underfloor insulation needs a minimum R-value of 1.3; the rating which determines how well it maintains heat. Existing ceiling insulation may
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RENOVATIONS office or storage space. The openable windows and doors must have a total area of at least five per cent of the floor area in each respective room. The windows or doors must be able to be fixed in the open position. All kitchens and bathrooms must have an extractor fan that ventilates externally. For moisture and drainage — Rental properties must have efficient drainage for the removal of stormwater, surface water and groundwater, including an appropriate outfall. The drainage system must include gutters, downpipes and drains for the removal of water from the roof. If the rental property has an enclosed subfloor, a ground moisture barrier must be installed if it is ‘reasonably practicable’ to do so. That means no more downpipes which don’t lead to a catchment tank or a drain and the possibility that waterlogged back or front yards may be deemed unsuitable. For draught stopping — Landlords must block any unreasonable gaps or holes in walls, ceilings, windows, floors and doors that cause noticeable draughts. Open fireplaces must be blocked unless the tenant and landlord agree otherwise. It may mean it’s time to fit new joinery for windows and doors, with tradespeople in the know suggesting that aluminium joinery may have to replace antiquated wood in
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some applications. That takes time to produce and fit, so their advice is to act now. The popularity of investment in property continues unabated. There seems to be little political stomach for any major party to install a contentious capital gains tax, meaning that landlords can still reap a healthy dividend so long as they can comply with the new rules and the ‘tightening up’ of the industry to what is seen by the government
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succulents in those areas exposed to the full power of the sun. Shade is also king in summer. Mature trees with their deep roots and broad canopies can protect more fragile plants. However, remember that more water will be needed in areas sheltered by trees, as there are many roots beneath the surface competing for a drink. The best time to water is in the early morning when the sun does not have so much of a chance to evaporate your good work. Finally, there’s the option to pile up mulch around your gardens and around the base of trees to add another level of nutrient and moisture retention. Mulch cools the soil temperature, protects shallow root systems, which can be cooked by drying and cracking of the upper soil layer, and it also prevents weeds from taking root. A good mulch can be made of many garden waste products, not just the usual bark and wood chip mixture that’s common to buy. With a solid wood chipper, you can make your own, and combine in dropped leaves, flowers and pine needles to add volume and variety, which breaks down into a range of valuable nutrients. ¢
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It’s the season of the year for classic car shows and taking a look at the vintage machines on display; it’s amazing to think that driving was a leisure pastime for early motorists. Those hardy pioneers of petrol power hit the road when the road was likely dirt or gravel, in cars with wire-spoked wheels, only 10 or 20-horsepower, no seat belts and little hope of a filling station between major towns. Yet the automobile was the ticket to family adventures and freedom. Driving made it possible to go further afield than a horse could walk in a day, and so the concept of the one-day road trip holiday was born. Interestingly, if you’d like to see some of the old classics that took part in this tradition, a great day’s adventure awaits at the Packard and Pioneer Museum in Maungatapere. Today, people often see the car as a commuter tool rather than a machine for leisure. Yet, with school holidays still here for a few weeks at least, a proper adventure road trip could be just the thing to dispel boredom. Nothing appeals like the thrill of the unknown, after all. What you’ll need is a car; the more characterful, the better, but the average family wagon will certainly do. Recent car shows have been packed with people enjoying old Morris Minors, Mk1 Cortinas, Prefects and Zephyrs, HQ Holdens and Vauxhall Veloxes, the
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kind of machines once considered commonplace. It’s all a matter of time and attitude. Select a destination you’ve never been to, preferably on the seaside, and set off with a packed picnic just in case your target doesn’t have a fish and chip shop. Along the way, really drink in the scenery. Our roads have a stunning backdrop, from meandering through the Waipoua Forest to cruising on the sand down the Ripiro coast in a 4x4 to swooping through green farmland, there’s always something out the window to see. Stop at small, strange secondhand shops. Buy roadside fruit and veggies. Pause for ice cream in a cone.
Most small towns have hidden secrets; ask the locals about the best place to get a pie or a coffee, or good spots to throw a line in the water. Even if it’s just a hand line to dangle off a wharf, you never know your luck. The essential, ephemeral aim of the road trip is not even really to reach a certain point, but to enjoy all the small distractions on the way. Remove the point A to point B sat-nav mentality from your car and get in tune with the roadgoing adventurers of yesteryear. They had nothing but a wicker picnic basket, a Model T and improbably impractical bathing costumes when they set out for summer fun. ¢
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HAY CONVENTIONAL Tangiteroria. Phone 09 433 2797. SALE, SALE, sale, sale, sale. Everything on sale at FANNONS MENSWEAR. Everything must go. FANNONS, 52 Victoria Street, Dargaville, 09 439 8946. SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573. TOP SOIL, top quality, $75 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.
WATER TANK Cleaning. Phone Pete 027 444 3053 or 09 405 9510. WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window and Door Services Ltd.
Septic Tank Services EFFLUENT REMOVAL, just give us a call, we remove it all. ‘Magic Property Services’. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.
Firewood PINE TREES free for removal. Phone 021 0832 1139.
For Rent LONG TERM renters wanted for small 2 bedroom flat. $1,000 bond, plus 2 weeks rent in advance, no pets $320/week. Fully furnished, power and water included. Phone 027 726 2839.
Nurseries & Plants 5,000 SHRUBS, trees & ground cover from $1.50 to $8.00 all ready now. Got2Go Plants, 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. 10am to 4pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Phone 09 439 5556.
Missing MALE MINIATURE Schnauzer. 3 years old. Answers to Buddy. Missing since 13th January from Oturei, Dargaville. $800 reward for his safe return. Janelle 021 759 474.
Personal MAN MID 60’s, fit, healthy, social drinker, non-smoker with a good sense of humour, literate and articulate farmer/businessman seeks long term female company. Phone 09 439 5080. Thanks for the replies so far.
Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service
Phone
09 439 6068
DARGAVILLE Seeking Caregivers If you enjoy working with the elderly and are able to do shift work in a residential care setting. Please contact Norfolk Court. You will be person centred, reliable, capable and a quick learner who is always striving to provide the best service possible. Contact jwade@norfolkcourt.co.nz or admin@norfolkcourt.co.nz Phone 09 439 6214 or John 021 446 543
TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.
Rest Home, Dementia, Hospital Care
Property Maintenance
AREA 51 AUTOMOTIVE
Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small. We do them ALL
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09
Trade & Services WATCH BATTERIES fitted from $10.00 in most cases while you wait. Also clocks repaired. Les 022 342 8183.
DENISE CLARK
Situations Vacant
• 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
439 2020
Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham
TOKATOKA Situations Vacant EXPERIENCED MILLHAND required with diverse skills for small mill operation. Phone 09 439 5080.
Marketing Coordinator Required
THURSDAY 28TH JANUARY2021 Special Entry A/c Bowmore Holdings DA & ST Kay (Annual Draft) 50 x M/S W/F Cow Reared Wnr Strs & Hfrs 18 x In Milk MT Frsn & Frsnx Cows A/c Clients 20 x 18mth Hfrdx & W/F Heifers 40 x Wnr W/F Angx & Hfrdx Steers 50 x Wnr W/F Angx & Hfrdx Heifers
Further enquiries Contact Haydn Evans 021 985 863 Michael Younger 027 439 4023 Andrew Simpson 027 449 1228
DRIVE SAFE On Rural Roads
We are an automotive service and repair workshop, we service and repair all makes and models of vehicles as well as specialising in 4WDs If you are an experienced mechanic with a current NZ driver licence and you can work unsupervised and as a team member, take pride in your workmanship, confident, motivated and reliable with well developed diagnostics skills and can carry out repairs efficiently and effectively, then we want to hear from you. Please email your CV and cover letter to: area51@outlook.co.nz
PRINCIPAL VACANCY TINOPAI SCHOOL
Livestock
DARGAVILLE SALE
We are seeking a full-time trade-qualified Automotive Technician to join the team at our workshop in Dargaville.
Join the team at The Kauri Museum and share our passion for the past, present and future of the kauri story. Use your outstanding marketing skills at Aotearoa New Zealand’s only Kauri Museum. Contact us for more details. admin@kaurimuseum.com
09 431 7417
Café Assistant Required
Join the team at The Kauri Museum Gumdiggers Café and share our passion for the past, present and future of the kauri story. Use your outstanding hospitality skills to ensure our visitors enjoy brilliant coffee, food and service. Contact us for more details. admin@kaurimuseum.com
09 431 7417
YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT’S AROUND THE CORNER
The Tinopai School Board of Trustees are currently seeking a NZ registered, experienced Principal-Teacher to lead our environmentally focused, child-centred, community proud rural school. The position is available to start at the beginning of Term 2 2021. A school house is included (if required). The successful applicant must be able to work collaboratively with the staff, board of trustees and community and be a selfmotivated classroom teacher, experienced in working with multilevel groups and have an affinity with, and understanding of, te reo me ona tikanga Maori. An understanding and strong approach toward Enviroschools is also important. We encourage visits and walk-throughs are welcome. We are a decile 1 school with a current roll of 20, situated in the beautiful seaside village of Tinopai on the Kaipara Harbour. We are proud of our friendly family focused community which offers beautiful beaches, fishing, walks and community groups. Position commences beginning Term 2, 2021. Please contact Tracey Williams for an application pack. Please send your CV and direct enquiries to: Tracey Williams, BOT Chair tracey@tinopai.school.nz | Ph: 021 205 8425
Wash your hands
KAIPARA LIFESTYLER January 26 - 2021
CLASSIFIEDS 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. AGM FOR the Ararua Hall to be held Friday 19th February 2020 at 5pm. Working bee, BBQ & refreshments followed by AGM all welcome. No obligation to join the committee but are in need of new members please. Phone Beth De Groot 027 333 8139 for info. 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. ANNUAL GENERAL meeting Northern Wairoa Football Club, Wednesday 10th February at Club Rooms, Memorial Park 6.00pm. Parents, players and everyone interested in supporting the local club. We look forward to our club offering players the opportunity to participate in this popular sport. We are calling for nominations for president, secretary, treasurer and require additional committee members. Nominations can be emailed to nwsoccer@ymail.com or PO Box 351, Dargaville and close on the 5th of February at 5pm. Elections will be held on the night. We encourage anyone interested in the management of the club to attend.
Phone 09 439 6933
Closing date for classified advertising for the 2 February 2021 edition is Friday 29 January 2021 Public Notices
BOOKS@RUAWAI NEW OPENING HOURS FROM 1ST FEBRUARY 2021 (INCLUDES PUBLIC HOLIDAYS)
Monday – 9am-1pm Wednesday/Friday/Saturday – 10am-1pm
5 Freyberg Rd, Ruawai Ph 09 439 2044 or 027 200 5653 bookshop16@yahoo.co.nz
VOLUNTEER FOR A free, confidential, information and advice service. If you get a buzz out of helping others and enjoy being part of a small friendly team, this could be for you. In-house training at our Bureau and on-going support. Phone 439 6100 or call in to 37 Hokianga Road (Town Hall Building) 10am–1pm, Monday–Friday FOR AN APPLICATION FORM
EVOLUTION, SCIENTIFIC impossibility. Observe the irreducible infinite complexity of cells??? HEALING ROOMS Tuesday 7.00, all welcome, Lion of Judah building River Road. NETBALL RODNEY Centre 2021 Annual General Meeting will be held Thursday 25th February 2021, 7pm at the Netball Rodney Centre office in Centennial Park, Wellsford. For more information please email netballrodneycenter@xtra.co.nz.
AGM 28th January 2021 Thursday 6:00pm
at OLD BOYS Nominations for positions please forward to Robyn via email dobrfasc@gmail.com
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Hospice Kaipara warmly invites you to participate in this free 4-week programme on Grief and Loss. This is a weekly session over 4 consecutive weeks talking about grief, what it is, how it i mpacts us, how we respond or support ourselves and more. Dates: Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd Feb 2021 Time: 5-7pm Place: Northern Wairoa RSA, Hokianga Road, Dargaville Numbers will be limited to 10 Facilitator: Josie Scott MA, MNZAC.
Funeral Notices NORTHLAND HEADSTONES
CONN, JOCELYN EDNA (NEE PEARN)
Servicing all of Kaipara. View our headstones at northlandheadstones.co.nz
Thank you
Friedrich, Valerie Doreen Ivy
Ross, Kevin and Kathy and families would like to give our sincere thanks for the support and thoughtfulness offered to us during the recent loss of our Mother, Val. The kindness extended to us at this sad time will always be remembered. “Thank you”. Please accept this as our personal acknowledgement.
KEEP TRACK OF WHERE YOU’VE BEEN
All welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to Hospice Kaipara: Phone (09) 439 3330 ext 6716. Email: Lisa – office@hospicekaipara.org.nz Sharyn – support@hospicekaipara.org.nz Please register your interest by Thursday 28th January 8am 2021.
Death Notices
Public Notices
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of our beautiful mother, grandmother, and friend who passed away on 16 January 2021, aged 85 years. Loving and loyal wife to Geoff (dec), mother and mother-in-law to Deborah and Gordon, Denise and Scott, Douglas and Anne, Diane and Sean, Dawn and Paul. Loved grandmother to her 14 grandchildren, especially Catherine whom she held a special bond. A friend and companion to many, particularly those in the Tangowahine community. All communication to c/- D.Conn, PO Box 306, Dargaville 0340.
REID, FAY SHEILA Passed away peacefully at home on the 20th January 2021, aged 81 years with her family by her side. Dearly loved wife of the late Keith. Loved and cherished mother of Kevin and Darrin. Much loved Nana of Louise, Alana, Sophie and Cody. Adored Nana of her two great grandchildren Lincoln and Hudson. Loved sister of Raywin. You tried so hard to stay with us. But struggle was in vain. You were taken from our loving arms and you were freed from your pain. “Rest Easy Mother” In accordance with her wishes a private service was held on 22nd January 2021 at Matakohe cemetery where she was laid to rest next to her late husband, Keith. Special thanks to the staff and medical teams at Hospice Kaipara, Dargaville Hospital, Stroke Unit Whangarei, Fire and Ambulance Service Ruawai and Canopy Cancer Care Whangarei.
REID, FAY SHEILA Passed away on 20 January 2021 peacefully at home. May you rest in peace and no longer struggle. You fought an amazing fight. Your love and unconditional acceptance meant the absolute world to me. I will always miss our chats and catch ups. All my love Lara xo
OPEN OFFICE FOR ENROLMENTS ON WEDNESDAY 3RD FEBRUARY 2021 Contact Leonie leonie@sel-pk.ac.nz School begins on Thursday February 4th
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
Be water wise this summer
NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SPRAY The period of boat spraying in the banks of Kaihu River is extended until 28th of February 2021. Contractors employed by the Northland Regional Council will conduct boat spraying of Machurian Rice Grass and Bull Rush from the confluence of the Northern Wairoa to 1.2 km downstream of Duck Creek and from Bottleneck to Parore Bridge. The contractors will be using Agpro 100 Haloxyfop & Agpro Crop oil and Glyphosate and have given a schedule window from 1st of December 2020 to 28th of February 2021. Any enquiries should be directed to Northland Regional Council (0800 002 004)
www.nrc.govt.nz
DON’T WASTE IT
Notice is hereby given, pursuant to section 46 of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987, of the following meetings of the Northland Regional Council. These meetings are open to the public and interested persons are welcome to attend. All meetings will be held at the Council Offices, 36 Water Street, Whangarei, unless otherwise specified: Regional Transport Committee Wednesday 10 February 2021 at 9.30 am. Te Oneroa-a-Tohe Board Meeting Friday 19 February 2021 at 10.00 am at the Te Ahu Centre, Kaitaia.
Pratt, Jillian Moryeen (nee Taylor)
Passed away with family at her side on Thursday 21st January 2021 at Hospice Waikato, aged 67 years. Loved wife of Russell for 42 years. Cherished mother of Leah & Leon and Erin & Kerryn and nana of Casper, Imogen, Van and Phebe. Always in our hearts. A service for Jill will be held at Woolertons Funeral Home Chapel, 8 Railside Place, Hamilton on Wednesday 27th January 2021 at 11.00am. In lieu of flowers donations to Hospice Waikato would be appreciated and can be left at the service. All correspondence to the Pratt family C/- PO Box 276, Hamilton 3240. Woolertons Funeral Home
Kaipara Moana Remediation Joint Committee Meeting Monday 22 February 2021 at 9.30 am at the Ripia Marae, 1627 Pouto Road, Te Kopuru. Council Meeting Tuesday 23 February 2021 at 10.30 am.
www.nrc.govt.nz
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January 26 - 2021 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER
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