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January 28 2020

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‘Kick-start’ for harbour enhancement u by Paul Campbell

A day-long high-level gathering to discuss planning details in the allocation of just under $5 million to improve services and communication on the Kaipara Harbour will lead to a series of community consultations this year.

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The funds were included in the government’s Provincial Growth Fund grant of $20.39m to strengthen the district’s transport infrastructure and food and horticulture sector, made last year. At last week’s meeting at the waterside Pahi Boating and Fishing Club rooms were Kaipara District councillors and staff, including Mayor Jason Smith, along with representatives of government, Nor thland Inc, environmental and tourism groups and project managers. “The wharves project is part of Kaipara Kick-start that has received $4.95 million for wharves,” said KDC general manager, infrastructure, Jim Sephton. “That consists of $0.95 million to complete a feasibility study across Kaipara Moana including engineering assessments, commercial and financial analysis and business cases, and on approval of the business cases, $4 million for physical works for wharf infrastructure, across Kaipara Moana. “At the meeting, we identified issues and opportunities that existed for Kaipara Harbour and how they may be overcome.” The feasibility study will include reviewing existing infrastructure, ownership and maintenance, commercial opportunities including ferries and water

p Kaipara District Council general manager, infrastructure, Jim Sephton

and land-based tourism as well as social benefits resulting from improved community connections, or recreation. “We are already investing in the Dargaville pontoon. The investment represents low cost because of existing infrastructure while initial design and consents are already in place,” Mr Sephton said. “The priorities within the feasibility study will be the basis for determining what is built where and when. It is likely there will only be sufficient funds

to complete one or two wharves, including Dargaville. “No decisions have been made about which wharves will be developed — it will be determined as an outcome of the report. There is no commitment to or preference for the Pahi wharf at this stage. “During the next few months, we will be engaging with multiple communities around the harbour to discuss their aspirations and opportunities as the feasibility study is developed.” ¢

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p More than 70 children from around Kaipara spent a fortnight learning the art of theatrical performance at the Otamatea Repertory Theatre in Maungaturoto recently. Youth theatre coordinator Maura Flower said the course ran for two separate weeks due to high demand. “The kids learn singing, dancing, and acting. Our show is one hour long with makeup, costumes, props, set, lighting and special effects. It is truly amazing to see what the kids can achieve in five days!” Photo — Josie Gritten Photography

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p Kids from Happy Steps in Dargaville participated in a fundraiser for injured and displaced Australian wildlife last Thursday, collecting donations, which will be matched dollar for dollar by the childcare centre’s management, Provincial Education Group. Kids dressed as animals enjoyed face painting, and made cards with messages of support and thanks for firefighters battling the bushfires that have raged for more than two months in Australia. Funds raised will go to the WIRES Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service, who work on the front lines with injured and distressed creatures.

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Town subdivision gets underway u by Paul Campbell

A new era of growth for Paparoa has begun with the appointment of contractors to develop the town’s 29-section Twin Streams subdivision and senior lifestyle village.

p Checking out the Twin Streams sections plan is 22-year-old Inaya Clark

Chair of the Paparoa Community Charitable Trust, Graham Taylor, says Huband Contractors Ltd has been signed to start development in February, an event culminating some 10 years of planning and discussion. “The trust is absolutely thrilled and excited to have appointed this local company and look forward to a Twin Streams — Wai Oranga Rua quality subdivision. “There is still some background stuff to work through with the Northland Regional Council, silt and run-off issues and these are underway as we speak. We already have 13 sale and purchase agreements and our finances in place and expect interest to increase now

visible work is getting underway.” The village project has been planned and designed for both family homes and retirement accommodation handy to the town’s facilities. Mr Taylor says with lot prices starting from $140,000; people are seeing Twin Streams, as a good time to invest in their future. In some cases, they are making plans for when as ‘empty nesters’ they would prefer a smaller, more central location, but still be close to friends and familiar surroundings. The Franklin Road village with its retirement component will be in easy reach of a mini supermarket, service station, the medical centre and library and many other shops and services. ¢

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Property rights ‘decimated’ says King u by Andy Bryenton

Serious concerns around a contentious bill before parliament, which may see the Dargaville Racing Club’s community-held assets seized without recourse to its constitution have come to a head this week, with the club’s committee meeting with Northland MP Matt King to voice their opposition. “Are you serious, Mr Peters?” That’s the rhetorical question being asked by club president Tim Antonio of the minister who controls the racing portfolio, and who has taken the Racing Industry bill to its first reading in parliament, New Zealand First leader and deputy prime minister Winston Peters. His outrage, and that of his fellow committee members, stems from just one small part of what committee member Richard Alspach calls an otherwise reasonable shake-up for a racing industry that — ‘has been in strife for some time’. Northland MP Matt King was strong in his opposition to the notion of racing club assets being stripped from local ownership. “It is taking away one of the rights, which is fundamental to a free society. The Racing Industry bill is not all bad, but these particular clauses could set a precedent that’s completely unacceptable. Make no mistake; this is the Racing Minister,

Winston Peters’ bill. He can amend it. It’s in the submissions process now. However, as it stands, the bill contains clauses that run roughshod over the concept of just property ownership. If it passes, the implications will see property rights decimated.” Mr King, Mr Antonio and the assembled committee members opined that the unilateral seizure of assets is the hallmark of failedstate dictatorships and communist regimes. Northland’s MP laid down a final promise: “We will repeal those clauses if National is elected. However, we must try to stop this now. The concepts of fairness and ownership in New Zealand are at stake.” You can make a submission to discuss amendments to the bill until February 11. Visit parliament.nz/en/pb/sc/ make-a-submission, scroll down to the Racing Industry bill and make your opinion heard.

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Lighthouse work underway

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u by Andy Bryenton

Signage and fencing have been erected around the iconic Pouto Lighthouse in a bid to stop vehicles accessing an area that has suffered from erosion.

The Pouto farm of Mick and Jill Blackwood was transformed into the national hub for the sport of polocrosse, a fast-paced equestrian team challenge combining elements of polo and lacrosse, on January 18 and 19.

p Fencing work at the Pouto Lighthouse to help stop erosion

The work was carried out by the Department of Conservation with Heritage New Zealand and members of the local community. “We are monitoring this and have agreed with Heritage New Zealand and the community to help with planting this coming autumn to winter,” said DoC Kauri Coast operations manager Stephen Soole. Meanwhile, Heritage New Zealand’s Natalie McCondach says she has written to all the four-wheel off-road driving clubs in the country to advise them of the vehicle damage. “I have asked for their cooperation and that people take ownership of the problem. I understand that a steep

drop-off near the lighthouse proved a challenge to some drivers.” A more permanent fence is planned for the Pouto site in the coming weeks along with extensive planting. An engineer will also advise on water run-off from the site and any drainage work necessary. Meanwhile, visitors are requested not to drive their vehicles up to the lighthouse and keep a safe distance between them and the building. “The future of this lighthouse depends on all of us, so we’re just reminding all visitors to take care around this special landmark,” Ms McCondach says. ¢

p Polocrosse players take the field during the recent Pouto tournament photo by Ken Cashin

Championship-level play thrilled spectators and competitors alike, according to visiting patrons, as selectors for New Zealand’s national team watched. The two-day event attracted competitors and their mounts from as far away as Whanganui and the Waikato, with top-level trophies up for grabs in the junior and intermediate divisions, and also a host of friendly match-ups for older riders. Large, flat fields, a necessity for playing this lively mounted sport, were made available by the Pouto Topu A Trust. One player who stood out on the

weekend was local 17-year-old Tawa Holyoake, who was interviewed by Maori Television as the tournament unfolded. He recounted that not only he but his sister Tia and fellow Pouto youth, Brodie Ruatara, were well-known names in polocrosse, putting the area firmly on the map. Next up for riders and horses selected to represent New Zealand is the road to the world cup. Last year, the Australians took home the trophy, but there are high hopes among the polocrosse establishment, with the talent on display in Pouto, that 2020 could be New Zealand’s year. ¢

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Police raid cannabis operation

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Police have seized more than 4,000 cannabis plants in a major operation in Oturei Settlement Road, near Aratapu targeting the cultivation and sale of drugs.

u by Andy Bryenton

Four men between the ages of 20 and 45 have been arrested and charged with cultivating cannabis and are due to appear in Whangarei Court next week. As the operation is ongoing, police cannot rule out further seizures or arrests. More than 20 staff, including staff from the Northland District and the Financial Crime Group, executed a search warrant at the Oturei Settlement Road property where they found five glasshouses filled with cannabis plants — with one of the glasshouses more than 60 metres wide. Police arrested the four people located at the property and cannot rule out further charges.

Detective Senior Sergeant Geoff McCarthy says the cannabis cultivation operation was “sophisticated and wellestablished and the plants themselves ranged in size from seedlings through to mature plants approximately 2.5 metres high. “It is one of the most significant cannabis seizures police have made in the Northland District for a number of years. “There can be little doubt the cannabis being cultivated was destined for supply throughout New Zealand,” “That is a great result for our communities who in the end suffer from the effects of drugs and organised crime.” ¢

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Business owners in Dargaville’s main street were greeted on arrival at work last week by the sight of broken glass and smashed doors, after a vandalism spree by an alleged offender who has since been apprehended by police. Seven predominantly hospitality-themed businesses were targeted by what victims called a ‘rampage’ of ‘senseless vandalism’. Popular cafes Blah Blah Blah, and Te Kauta were struck, along with Dinny’s Baker y and Moa Bakery, where reinforced glass prevented a full break-in. Windows at hair salon Associates, petrol station Mobil and the Kauri Coast Pizzeria were also targeted in the attack, but proprietors said they were perplexed that despite the damage, nothing of value was stolen. Police investigated CCTV p Police and residents of Dargaville were left bewildered by footage from Dargaville’s a series of burglaries, which saw little of value stolen, but extensive camera network much damage inflicted and later announced that “excellent work by our Dargaville staff morning. He now faces seven burglary has seen a 16-year-old male arrested charges and will be appearing in the in relation to a string of burglaries Whangarei Youth Court. Our enquiries at commercial premises early this are ongoing.” ¢

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Offering an essential service Maungaturoto’s Otamatea Community Services providing support through a full range of support for people needing help has notched up 17 years of operation.

p OCS chair Gail Donald and financial officer, Damian Stansfield review a case history

OCS has helped many people in the Kaipara and includes provision of trained counsellors focussing on abuse and trauma, (both current and historical), family issues including counselling children, relationships and domestic violence. “We have a qualified social worker who is able to assess individual needs and will work to assist in a wide range of situations people may face and where necessary can refer onto our relevant services, or others. “There is a financial mentor to provide support and assistance to whanau around a variety of situations. It may include the food bank, and

practical advice meeting the needs of the family. The financial mentor can advocate for housing and WINZ. “It is a one-on-one friendly and confidential service.” On the first Wednesday of every month, OCS serves morning tea and a two-course lunch for seniors at the St John Hall and ongoing senior support including free shopping trips. Chair Gail Donald, financial officer, Damian Stansfield and manager Helen Hirst say they “are grateful for support from the community that enables us to keep going.” Contact Otamatea Community Services on 09 431 9080. ¢

Museum fights extinction u by Andy Bryenton

Mangawhai Museum has joined forces with Forest and Bird in the fight to preserve our precious natural taonga. A new art exhibition Portraits by Predators, currently on display at the museum depicts a harsh truth backed up by Forest and Bird. “Right now, 80% of native birds are faced with extinction,” says the organisation. “Every single day 72,000 birds, chicks and eggs are killed by rats, stoats and possums.” To highlight the issue, they have commissioned an ar t installation, which star ts with photography by leading wildlife photographers but is finished by pest species themselves. The lifelike photos of birds were printed onto durable cards and installed in bush locations, where they have been mauled by p Forest and Bird has turned to art and teamed up with Mangawhai Museum to show the impact of predators on everything from possums native birds like the kiwi to feral cats. The end effect is, to quote one patron of the varieties of native birds. It’s also not display, both “saddening and a wake- the first time that conservation of rare up call.” species has been on the Mangawhai It’s not the first time that Forest Museum’s itinerary either; they and Bird has turned to art to get are major proponents in educating their conservation message across. people about the local, endangered They supported artist Bevan Smith’s fairy tern. Saving our Species exhibition in The exhibition will be in Mangawhai 2017, highlighting rare and extinct for a limited time. ¢

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Sea pest invades Kaipara

Firefighters seek local advice

u by Andy Bryenton

The invasive sea squirt Styela clava has been positively identified as established in the northern reaches of the Kaipara Harbour, after a tip-off to authorities from a local school principal and ecologist.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand, the overarching organisation, which administers firefighting forces across the country, has taken a new advisory direction for 2020. They aim to establish local advisory committees in the towns they serve, with Dargaville one of the first to assemble.

Otamatea resident Mark Bell, who was also the first to send in a positively identified specimen of the invasive paddle crab Charybdis japonica, has had confirmation from the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research (NIWA) that the small, leathery example of the sea squirt he sent them was indeed of the same species, which prompted a full-scale response in Marsden Cove Marina in 2018. NIWA thinks the marine pests have been deposited in the Kaipara by ‘piggybacking’ on the hulls of boats, a method, which has spread the sea squirt from its native north Asian waters to points as far afield as England and the United States. While they are not a direct threat p to human bathers or anglers, they do compete with native species and cultivated species for food. It means that they are bad news for local shellfish harvesters and farmers, as well as boaties who must careen their vessels to scrape off the pests. The sea squirts are hard to kill and if established in large numbers may prove impossible to eradicate.

FENZ say they are looking to establish a group of five to eight ‘well connected’ locals — those who have a finger on the pulse of local opinions and community needs. They seek people from a range of backgrounds with different social networks and views, to meet quarterly and provide advice, which will make fire prevention, education and engagement with the community more effective. Their regional implementation coordinator Jo Lemmens says: “Fire and Emergency New p FENZ is establishing advisory committees across Zealand is setting up Local the country to help firefighters engage with their Advisory Committees (LACs) communities, to make us more resilient to disaster around the country to ensure communities’ voices and interests is vital to building a safer and more are reflected in our national and local resilient New Zealand.” planning. As well as providing advice If you wish to help your local brigade from a local perspective, LACs will help in this capacity or wish to nominate us better understand communities’ someone you think would shine as current and future risks and issues. an adviser to our firefighters, please It means we can more effectively help visit fireandemergency.nz/LACs and communities prepare for, respond to and use the online nomination form by recover well from emergencies, which January 31. ¢

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Rescue mission u Recent hot weather has strained recently planted kauri trees along the Matakohe cycleway and some in other selected spots nearby, prompting a flying squad from The Kauri Museum. Armed with water supplies, volunteers have spread out in the district to make sure the fledgeling giants have a good start in their long lives.

Mayor’s Memo Kia ora Parched soils, hot temperatures and dry days make it clear summer’s here in Kaipara. Happy New Year from a hot place. Great for holidays and camping adventures under azure skies, helping us make the most of the summer school holidays but not so good for water supplies. Water issues are top of mind for many because it’s uncommonly dry for late January and there are still many weeks of summer stretching ahead of us all. That late-Februarykind-of-feeling shouldn’t be underfoot yet but here it is and here we are with water restrictions already in place for Dargaville and Baylys Beach and, unless things change, steeper restrictions ahead. Water carriers are working all hours delivering tanker loads of water to households across the district from Council’s treated supplies. There may be delays in getting water delivered to your place if you’re after a tanker load, and it’ll pay to keep careful watch on your own storage tanks. The system is definitely working hard right now and again I urge everyone to conserve water because we don’t have limitless supplies and every drop’s precious. Northland is rapidly heading towards a drought declaration for farmers, so things may become increasingly tricky on the land as the summer rolls on.

Kaipara roads, especially with loose dry gravel that can get like ball-bearings between tyres and hard road surfaces. Too easy to lose control. With sadness I record here the loss of the Upper Wairoa Centre in Tangiteroria to fire in the middle of January. A great community asset and a place in the heart for many has gone, and until a new centre rises on the spot there will be a large space for the proud community between Dargaville and Whangarei. Wishing everyone patience, courage and strength, I look forward to seeing how the resilient and resourceful Tangiteroria community makes its new hall and community centre for the new decade and beyond. Kia kaha koutou. Getting cracking with the new decade which brings with it new beginnings and new opportunities, I predict a year filled with things drawn in bold primary colours. We’re already off to a big start and preparation for the journey ahead is key. Here’s an idea for starters – clean out the gutterings now while it’s dry because when it does rain again you won’t want to waste a precious drop!

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and more. New apps are coded daily! The modern phone is an amazing little device that works to make our lives easier, when you know how and feel comfortable using it.” SeniorNet’s open day will be held on February 17, at 1pm. All are welcome to the group’s learning centre, at 7–9 Liverpool Street in Dargaville. The event is open for all people to come and listen and meet with tutors, who can then make arrangements for new members to join for 2020 and have one-on-one lessons all at a reasonable cost. There are monthly open days with guest speakers, and monthly help days to sort out little problems and also many workshops on interesting and new topics of technology. For more information, call Dot 439 1711 or Heather 439 4452 or 021 177 7886.

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Dargaville’s annual show for the collectors of military and firearms history turns 10 this year, and the organising club is planning an extensive display of the treasures they have restored and obtained during the years. Club president John Dahlin says previous shows have proven a great success and this year will incorporate antique sporting and hunting guns, from ‘wild west’ revolvers to colonial pieces through to rare, imported and one-off examples of the gunsmith’s craft. “We’d like to invite everyone to come and meet with us, and take a look at what is a fascinating hobby, with a long history in our community,” he says. “Each year there’s more and more interest in the show, p Collectors of classic, vintage and heritage firearms allow and this year we’re putting the public a chance to see their collections together a fascinating array on February 15.” returned and the fallen. The very active John says that the history of warfare club of more than 30 members visits and conflict is an undeniable part museums and private collections, of the past. For many local militaria gives speeches and presentations, collectors, taking custodianship of the and gathers to share stories about uniforms, medals, ceremonial items and their prized historical pieces. The weapons of soldiers from the past is a show begins at 9.30am at Dargaville’s way to honour the sacrifice of both the Hokianga Road community hall. ¢

Call for helping hands As the Dargaville region prepares for 2020’s Northland Field Days, a vital part of the event is being planned behind the scenes. As thousands of patrons gather to check out the latest in agricultural technology and innovations, they will all need somewhere to park. Organising the small city of parking lots, which abuts the field days site has long been the job of Dargaville Rotary Club, who cheerfully take up the challenge of organising tonnes of rolling steel each year. Club spokesman Ben Hope says that 2020 is no exception. The Rotarians will need extra assistance from civic-minded assistants to get the job done right. The call is out for citizens to pitch in and make sure visitors to the field days feel welcome, and that their vehicles are safe. “We’re asking for help from people who’ve got two hours or so to spare, to assist us with parking cars and taking tickets. It’s a low-stress job, and you’ll meet a lot of people. Think of it as being an ambassador for your home town! All the training and a Hi-Vis vest are provided,” says Ben. “It’s our big fundraiser, and the money the field days pays Rotary to

manage the parking logistics comes directly back to the community through our various donations and programmes. Those who help us here are helping their community all year.” Call Ben on 021 421 598 to express your interest in volunteering. ¢

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Partnered up with NorthTec, this unique organisation is about more than offering scholarships to Maori and Pasifika students. They live their stated vision, Kia tu tangata ai tatou, puta noa i te ao: We will stand with confidence and competence, anywhere in the world. Te Matarau spokesperson Georgina Connelly says that while assisting young people with the material and financial costs of entering training is important, there’s a more holistic approach at work as well. It includes overarching pastoral care, ensuring that students have social support as they transition into education and through to a rewarding career. Te Matarau staff will even visit students who have been placed via their work brokerage service, liaising with them in the workplace six to eight weeks after they secure employment. Right now, Georgina says that the trust stands ready to assist Maori or Pasifika youth

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Toka Fest, the grass-roots Kaipara music festival held at the foot of our region’s iconic conical peak, rocks into another year of expansion for 2020, with a big list of names ready to take the stage.

p Toka Fest is ready to rock for 2020 with the biggest line-up of entertainers ever to grace the outdoor stage at Tokatoka

Organisers say it is the biggest Toka Fest, named for the imposing Tokatoka volcanic rock that rises above the Northern Wairoa River, yet, promising to pack the grounds of the Tokatoka Tavern with revellers and musicians. International musos will join local acts in an eclectic mix of styles, accompanied by the laid-back attitude of a Kaipara summer’s afternoon on February 15. Bands include Aussie carnival-funk avant-garde group Ungus Ungus Ungus, Awal, Twelve Daze, Sunny Ray, Olly Knox, Rust, the Seams, MC Blacksawd, Fear Of Ghosts, the Shysters, Cain Mitchell,

Sean Mcdonnell, Ruby James, White Feather, Velvet Arrow and Norway Maine, along with entertainment from Circus Kumarani. It’s a full day of entertainment for just $10, with under 14-year-olds attending this familyfriendly event for free. The show’s producers say that this year the schedule of bands will run from midday until midnight on Saturday, January 15. There is also the possibility of camping overnight for those who wish to get the most out of this local festival. For any enquiries, please call 0274 896 093. ¢

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Predictions from the past about how we should be living now in 2020 are both closer to the truth and further away than you might expect. Here are some excerpts from a magazine published in 1950 by the leading futurists, scientists and engineers of the day How Experts Think We Will Live Beyond 2000. Those 1950s prognosticators had one thing right about the role of women; they would take their place as equals to men in business and society. Strangely, though, they also predicted that women and men would end up with similar statures due to diet, with the average for both topping six feet. It led to the assumption that male and female sports would be abolished for all-in competition. They also predicted female presidents and world leaders by 2000; New Zealand beat the odds with both the Shipley and Clark administrations. Doctors in 1950 predicted that we would wipe out smallpox and polio by the 2020s. They also predicted that nearly all diseases would be conquered by medical science — something we are still working on. Engineers were right about air travel in one way; we don’t have flying cars, but we do have the jetliners, which they predicted as being ‘as common to use as a city bus’. For a time, we even had the supersonic Concorde, sadly phased out. One prediction, that ‘interactive television

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Many a birthday bash has been planned out and supplied at Dargaville’s Empire Liquor Centre. From cold boxes for a barbecue 21st, to champagne for a convivial 40th, owner Peter Gibson is never short of ideas (and gifts) to plan a celebration. Now the store itself is turning 10, marking a decade in the main street. It’s been a steady climb with expansions, new products and fresh ideas, new displays, giveaways from suppliers and lots of support for local causes marking the milestones to this point. Peter and the team have never shied away from helping out with charitable appeals. From the time they ran a ‘guess the weight of the giant pumpkin’ contest for the local volunteer firefighters, through to their memorable entries in the BNZ Bank’s ‘decorate the piggy bank’ competition, which saw them construct a tropical pig in a giant bottle. In between, they’ve thrown their support behind a vast number of clubs, teams and societies. There’s never a page in this publication supporting a good cause that doesn’t feature a cheerful message of support from the Empire Liquor Centre, be it for Daffodil

Day, Anzac fundraisers, the St John Ambulance, the fire brigade or the Northland Rescue Helicopter Appeal. The list, in fact, may be too long to print. Ask their neighbours, and you’ll find that this well-stocked and knowledgeable locally owned store is popular for a variety of reasons. Some like the support they’ve shown in making sure community sports clubs and societies have the libations they need for their celebrations. Some cite the gift baskets, which are a sure-fire winner for an anniversary or birthday. Others enjoy the huge range of cold drinks in the walkin chiller or the top shelf selection for special occasions.

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FA R M I N G

A dog’s tail …

I not takin’ tha lead hear Gidday readas. Hope the whether has bin hot enuff for you over this past week. Boss says its bin blimmin too darned hot ter do much work ona proppity, so we bin spendin a bit of time atta beech and doin’ sum fishin’ too. “C’mon Dog,” he sed last weekend, “Sharlene has packed sum cold chook an’; ham sanniches, so jump up ona ute an’off we’ll go ter tha beech.” Well readas, we had grate time but I tell yer wot, I woodint want to live there. I hada have me collar tied to a bit of rope and lie ina shade unner the ute wen Boss didint take me swimmin’ an chasin’ sticks ona sand ofa beech. I give him the eye wen he got the rope, an’ Sharlene give me a bit of a cuddle ana WHOLE chook an’ham sannich as well. “Sorry Billy,” she sed. “If ya have look around, ya kin see a lotta little signs on poles, an they gotta picher of a little black dog ona lead, wot town peeple gotta use wen they walkin’ there dogs. See there?” Sure enough readas, there were lotsa signs of me cuzzies tied ter there humans. Good greef, I thort, imagine if them rules affected us farm dogs. I kin just see Boss tied up ter me when I’m goin’ sideways threw a five-wire fince chasin a runaway cattle beast or sumthin’. Just shows these town dogs not got much ter do eh? Well, Sharlene figured out wot I was thinkin’ about, an she has bin speakin’ with a lady who stopped ter say hullo. Boss was havin’ a nap ina sun just then. Sharlene give me a pat, an give me sum coldwater ina cup ter drink. “Gotta keep cool there eh Billy?” she sed. “That lady sed alla new dog ona lead signs gone up, cos sum dog owners not too careful, an’ there’s bin a

case of sumone getting a bite froma dog running around loose away froma owner. That nice lady sed sum peeple so irrisponsibil the lokil council gotta stick up the signs an’ they kin prosacute sumone if they don’t obey the bylaw.” Well, like I say readas, I’m glad I live down ona farm. In fact, I give the Boss an Sharlene tha eye about then, an they gotta messige too. We packed up tha picnic stuff, an’ I jumped ona back ofa ute. Back ona proppity I took to me scrapers an headed for tha river boundry an hada swim. Wen I was cooled off, I decided ter carry on rounda farm boundry — musta covered for miles before I hada lie down in me kennil before tux time. Pity them town dogs eh. Thank god I a country boy, jus’ lika bossis favrite song says. See ya, Billy

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January 28 - 2020

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

WHAT’S ON?

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Dargaville

57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps – Mondays 6.30–9.00pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years. For more info contact Gordon on 021 262 0547. Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert – 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. Alcoholics Anonymous – If you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop maybe we can help. Regular Weekly meetings in Dargaville. Phone 09 439 5248 or 0800 228 6757. Arapohue Tennis Club – Social tennis Mon nights 6.15-Dark. Courts at Mititai Road, Arapohue A&P Showgrounds. Come along & join in. Enquiries Ph 09 439 2512 or 09 439 2154. Art classes – 7–9pm Tuesdays. Private tuition, cleaning and restoring painting, and commissions also available, phone 09 439 0255. Blokart Sailing – Regular social sailing at Glinks, Baylys and Ruakaka beaches. Contact Greg Schultz 09 431 6863 or itzgreg@xtra.co.nz. Community Lunch – Every Thursday noon–1.30 pm at Riverside Christian Centre, 1 Beach Road. Free lunch available to all. Transport available in town. Ph 09 439 8887. Dargaville Aero Club – Learn to fly, free of tuition charges. Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork, Contact Peter phone 09 439 1628 for further information. Dargaville Bridge Club – Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Memorial Park, Logan Street. Call Peter 022 405 6439. Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau – 37 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville open weekdays 10am to 1pm. Ph 09 439 6100 email dargaville@cab.org.nz. Dargaville Day Badminton – Mondays 10am at the Town Hall (back entrance). Call Lynley Clements ph 439 8160 or Anneke van der Putte ph 027 334 5515. Dargaville Girls Brigade – For girls 5–15 yrs. Thursdays after school 3–5pm, held at Baptist Church, Victoria St, Dargaville. Call Pauline 021 263 7446.

Dargaville Healing Rooms – 7pm-8.30pm. Tuesdays at the Lion of Judah Building, River Road, Dargaville. All Welcome. Free. No appointment necessary. Visit Dargaville Healing Rooms on Facebook. Dargaville Militaria Collectors Club – Lions Club Hall Hokianga Road, opposite old Post Office, at 7.30pm. For more information, phone secretary Mike, 09 439 8800. Dargaville Quilters – Meet third Tuesday of the month 10am–2pm, 43 Tirarau Street, Dargaville (old CMA building). New members welcome. Phone 09 439 1598. Dargaville Scout Group – For boys and girls aged 6–99 years at 23 Onslow Street. All info on door or phone Dianne on 09 283 2006. Dargaville Women’s Club – Meet third Thursday of every month 10am at Memorial Park Kiosk. New members welcome, phone Marilyn 09 439 6648. Drop-in Centre – Tuesdays 10am–noon at the Town Hall in foyer beside Anzac Theatre. All welcome. $1 cuppa. Contact Bev on 021 250 6776. Justices of the Peace Signing Desk – Justices of the Peace will be available on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Dargaville Library from 11am–1pm. Kaipara Grey Power – Every third Friday of the month. Dargaville Methodist Church. More info call June 09 439 1736. Kaipara Budgeting Service – Free and Confidential Monday to Friday 9am–1pm, back of the Lighthouse Church, 80 Normanby St. Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8592. Kaipara Ukulele Orchestra – Wednesdays 6–7pm New members are welcome - either expert or beginners. Phone Sharon on 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634. Kumarani Productions – Tuesdays 6–7.30pm Youth class. Tuesdays 8–9.30pm Fire Jam. Thursday 10.30–noon under 5s movement & balance class. Thursday 4–-5.30pm performance youth group. 15 Onslow Street. Call 09 439 5152. Leisure Marching – Dargaville Town Hall, Tuesday 3.45–4.45pm anyone interested phone Elizabeth 027 283 1280. Make a Friend Playgroup – 0–5 years, Thursdays

9am–noon. Methodist Church Hall, gold coin donation. Phone Danae 09 439 4833. Northern Wairoa Country Music Club – 1st Sunday each month. Scout hall, Onslow St 1–4pm, enquiries phone Bruce 09 439 5513. Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Club Nights – Start at 7.30pm. Monday Parish, Tuesday Ruawai, Wednesday Dalmatian Hall. For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or 09 439 6155 evenings. Northern Wairoa Lions Club Inc – Dinner meeting third Thursday of the month at 7pm at the Lions Centre, Hokianga Road. Northern Wairoa Young Farmers – meet second Thursday of every month, for more information check out our Facebook page. Northland Kenpo Karate – Self Defence School. Adults and children. Phone Ron on 021 567 607. NWMRSA Variety Music Club – Meet 2nd Sunday of every month at RSA club rooms, 12-4pm, gold coin donation appreciated. Phone 09 439 8164 after 11.45am for courtesy van pick up. Parkinson’s Dargaville Support Group – February 13, St John Hall Normanby Street. 10am–noon. All Welcome. Barbara Leslie Phone 027 530 6221. Petanque – Mondays at 10am at the Sports Complex. Phone 09 439 7798. Shaolin Kempo & Tai Chi Chuan – M,T,W & Sat Phone Nick (Both) 021 439 673 Stuart (Kempo) 027 536 2904 Joanne (Tai Chi) 021 850 998. Squash Club Night – Wednesday nights from 6pm at Dargaville Squash Club. Contact Nick Bishop 027 555 2098. Stitches and Craft – 5 Cranley Street, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details. The Dargaville Menz Shed – Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week 10am–3pm. New members welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685. Waimamaku Wild West Fest – Saturday, February 22 2020 10am to 2pm. Stalls Toia 09 405 4815. Fun family day! Email wildwestfest1@gmail.com. Wednesday Crafts – Every Wednesday 10am to noon at the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) on Tirarau Street. Morning tea and lunch served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session. Contact Judy 439 4605 or Linda 439 5264.

Ruawai

Ruawai Lions Club – Dinner Meeting third Thursday of the month 6.30pm at Ruawai Sports Club. Info: Rosemary 027 210 2008 or Dorothy 09 439 2557.

Matakohe

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

Paparoa

Paparoa A&P Show – Saturday, February 1. Gates open at 9am. Adults $10 Children $5 EFTPOS at gate. No dogs permitted. Venue at 2062 Paparoa Valley Road, Paparoa.

Maungaturoto

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

Kaiwaka

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

Mangawhai

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

Markets

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

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January 28 - 2020

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FOR SALE SILAGE BALES • $85+GST per bale • Can deliver For more info call Richard 027 498 4133

FRESHLY CUT hay $8 per bale. Phone 09 422 1999 GOATS FOR sale. Nubian/Saanen weaned kids (male and female) and mothers. $50 each. Phone Mike 022 480 1920. MALE HEADING dog for sale. $100. 4 years old, keen to work. Wants training, no further use for him. Phone Merv 09 439 4864 SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara - car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

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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.

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Trade & Services

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

5 BAGS pine cones. Phone Pat 09 439 5738

SEMI-RETIRED PAINTER (Tradesperson). For all your small painting jobs phone 09 439 5557.

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER interior and exterior, can travel, 30 years experience, Phone Gary Dixon 021 066 7505.

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FULL TIME POSITION AVAILABLE Varied duties, Tractor/ Machinery Operator - Mechanical skills and/or Class 5 license an advantage. Call Carl 027 493 2206

ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628. NEW BUILD to Renovations/Maintenance. Anything from decks to renovation through to home builds. Qualified builder returned home from Auckland. Call John 021 0819 3758. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $465.75 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

NORTHLAND RURAL SUPPORT TRUST Te Ropu Awhina I Te Tuawhenua O Te Tai Tokerau CO-ORDINATOR The Northland Rural Support Trust (RST) is all about rural people supporting rural people through tough times. Our long-time Coordinator is stepping down so we seek a special person who can competently manage the growing Northland Rural Support Trust, provide leadership in the rural community of Te Tai Tokerau, and operate confidently and compassionately through tough times. You will: • Manage RST 0800 Helpline, M. Bovis support programme, rural wellness initiatives • Execute the RST Adverse Events Plan • Coordinate our AgFacilitators working in the field • Administer annual business plan and budget • Maintain strategic relationships with rural stakeholders • Expect 16 hours/week, work from home, but with capacity to scale up full-time through adverse events. Applications and enquiries to: Julie Gregson 021 867 149 Email: northland.rst@gmail.com by 10 February 2020

BE THE SOBER D FOr a nIGHT

Auditions

DARGAVILLE LITTLE THEATRE

MURDER MYSTERY/COMEDY

Wanted 4 men & 6 women.

Newcomers Welcome! Tue 4th Feb 7.30pm Dargaville Little Theatre Any enquires contact:

09 439 6477

From February 2020 it will be held at the Whanau Focus Centre on Victoria Street (Next to Bake House/the old Regional council building). Enquiries 09 439 7009 JP available from 11am to 1pm on the first and third Thursday of the month.

HAVE A GO AT SQUASH!

With Dargaville Squash Club for the month of February on Wednesday’s from 6pm. No charge with rackets supplied. Come have a go. Contact Karen Morgan 021 190 5639

Something for everyone at the

ARAPOHUE SHOW 8th February 2020 Adult $8, Couple $15, Children 5-15 years $2, Under 5's are free. Sideshow rides only a gold coin donation

WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

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

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 Public Notices ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert change of venue — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

Avoid Drink Driving

Public Notices

SELWYN PARK SCHOOL

ART CLASSES

MASONIC VILLAGE - UNITS TO BUY

Situations Vacant

EITHER WAY IT’S 20K

Public Notices

7-9pm.

WATCH BATTERIES REPLACED Leave your watch at Moran’s Bookshop for 3 day battery change (unless requiring further service) Distinction Jewellers

LOVE REMEMBERS my holy Sabbath, Romans 3:31, Matthew 5:17-19. 1 John: 2: 3-5 NATURAL THERAPIES Maureen Lee Askew for Bowen and Reiki Healing. Phone 027 580 7632. WESTERN SHARKS hockey AGM Wednesday 12th of February 7pm. Dargaville Rugby Club. New players welcome.

DARGAVILLE INTERMEDIATE Uniform for 2020 Sportclub will be in our school hall 10am–2pm, Wednesday 29th January for uniform purchases. Alternatively, uniforms can be purchased online from www.sportclub.co.nz or from their shop at 7/11 Nell Place, Raumanga, Whangarei. First day back for 2020 School office will be open from 28th January. The first day back for all DIS students will be Thursday 30th January. School starts at 8:45am. We look forward to seeing you all then.

Music from 10–10.30am every Wednesday during school term.

Starting 12th February

$2 per child or $3 per family

Public notice

of application for off-license (Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) Robin Phillip Dickens of Maungaturoto, has made application to the District Licensing Committee for the issue of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 35 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto 0520 known as Maungaturoto Historical Inn. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Hotel/Bottle Store. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am to 12am midnight. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 13, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the first publication of this notice.

MInD yOur SPEED arOunD SCHOOL BuSES

Young children and their caregivers enjoying music, rhyme, rhythm and creative dance, followed by a time of play and chat. Morning tea provided.

@ Dargaville Baptist Community Church, 187 Victoria St. For more info call Rebecca 09 439 1499

Public notice

of application for on-licence (Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) The Northern Wairoa Hotel of Dargaville 2019 Ltd, has made application to the District Licensing Committee for the issue of an on-licence in respect of the premises situated at 70 Victoria St Dargaville 0310 known as The Northern Wairoa Hotel . The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Hotel. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am to 1am the following day. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 13, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

100 IT’S NOT A TARGET

This is the second publication of this notice. The first publication was on the 21st of January 2020

January 28 - 2020 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

11 AGNES STREET, TE KOPURU

$385,000 316 MOUNTAIN ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$575,000 66 PURIRI GLADE, MAUNGATUROTO $625,000 9 GOEBEL STREET, TINOPAI

$545,000

REDUCED

OPEN HOME SUN 2ND FEB 11-11:45AM

LARGE FAMILY HOME

EASY RURAL LIFESTYLE!

BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

BEACH HOME WITH FULL SUN

Nestle on an acre block is this large character bungalow with separate lounge, 5 bedrooms, 2 combined bathrooms, games room, large cover deck / bbq area, 2 = 9x6m sheds & a double bay open shed, 3 water tanks & a bore. The home was relocated in 2009 - rewired at that time and re-roofed a couple of years ago. Ideal home for a large family. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4128

Three double bedroom home on a manageable lifestyle block of approximately 2.5 acres of flat to gentle contour grassed land. Open plan kitchen, dining and living room with woodburner fire. Shed of approx. 7m x 3m with land leading down to a small creek. Launch your boat off the Maungaturoto jetty in Bickerstaffe Road. Live the dream. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRU2365

Under 5 years old this 3 bedroom home is set on 1.67ha. Living, kitchen and dining are spacious and modern. Generous master with walk in robe and en suite. Handy to town, but enjoys the peace of rural living. This home is a must see, call us today. SHAR SCHULTZ Mob 022 046 4790 JILL WILSON Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2408

Spacious modern beach home with large entertainer´s deck. Open plan living with 4 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms. Great countryside views and view of the water. Fourth bedroom is great rumpus / hobby area. Walk through reserve land towards beach. Set up to walk in and start holidaying. Call Rhoda today! RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2381

42 PARORE STREET, DARGAVILLE

$375,000 797B TINOPAI ROAD, TINOPAI

$330,000 47 SUNSET DRIVE, BAYLYS BEACH

$159,000 535 WHAKAPIRAU RD, MAUNGATUROTO

$895,000 + gst (if any)

EXCELLENT LOCATION

OFF-GRID LIVING OPPORTUNITY

WALK TO THE BEACH

PRIVATE 10 HA GRAZING LIFESTYLE

This is a brick & tile home located in a good part of town, handy to CBD and all schools. The home features 3 bay garage approx 10.8 x 7.2m, large lounge, open plan kitchen & dining, 2 bedroom, combined wet area bathroom, fireplace, insulation, aluminum joinery, deck with ramp access, 885 sqm flat easy care section. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4110

Weekend get away of 9634sqm (approx. 2.3 acres) off a tarsealed road. Totalspan out building size 8.5m x 7.5m. Built in temporary bedroom and living space area, separate shower room and toilet, shelter for your dining comfort, solar powered. One sixth share of an adjoining native bush block. Outstanding potential building platform with sea views. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2363

This 711m2 section located at Sunset West has power, phone and water at the boundary, some sea views and a relaxing rural outlook too. Start the build next week or land bank for the future. This subdivision is filling fast so act now if living the west coast dream takes your fancy.

Easy contoured and north-facing grazing land with tree-lined driveway leading to spacious 255 sqm country homestead with great views, new kitchen, utility, 4+ bedrooms / two bathrooms, entertainer´s wing. 5 garage spaces, carport, stables. Sheds. Large dam. 10 mins to beach or town. Call Rhoda today! RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRU2394

582 PAHI ROAD, PAHI

$769,000 1509 TINOPAI ROAD, TINOPAI

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS4120

$895,000 +GST (if any) 67 JERVOIS STREET, DARGAVILLE

$358,000 206 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO

$649,000

OPEN HOME 1ST FEBRUARY 12-1PM

FAMILY LIVING IN PAHI

TOP NOTCH TINOPAI GRAZING

"LET’S SELL THIS CLASSIC CHARMER",,,

LARGE FAMILY HOME

Roomy 4 bedroom home. Open plan layout, indoor/outdoor flow to generous deck with outdoor kitchen. En suite and walk-in wardrobe for the master bedroom. Double garage with sleepout. Fully fenced, concrete driveway and easy care gardens on generous 1203m2 section.

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

Villa circa 1910...boxes will be ticked for first home buyers and prospective investors. Renovated with a modern kitchen, open plan dining and full separate living room with a large picture window for plenty of light. Free standing compliant wood burner in the living area. Three double bedrooms are traditional with high stud ceilings. MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS4129

240m2 family home with 5 bedrooms, new kitchen, scullery, 2 bathrooms, spacious rumpus room with freestanding woodburner, large covered deck perfect for outdoor entertaining and so much more. Call Karyn today to arrange a viewing.

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2397

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB ID MRE2392

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Latest news & updates from around our Network

Thank you Te Tai Tokerau!!

Northpower’s Summer intern programme – developing local talent!

We have just completed another great fundraising appeal for our Northland Rescue Helicopter service.

We are passionate about supporting and developing local talent, and this summer we were delighted to have two interns join us to gain practical experience in their areas of study.

Four wonderful community fundraising breakfasts - Kerikeri, Kaitaia, Waipu and Dargaville - raised more than $230k in public donations.

Antonia McDermid, a final year marketing and communications student at Auckland University of Technology, joined the Customer Experience Team for the summer. Antonia has got stuck into working on an exciting new customer transaction portal which will make it easier and more seamless for customers to get things done, as well as planning the for the Dargaville Fieldays. Antonia says the experience has been invaluable because she is gaining firsthand experience in her field of study.

As always, Northpower is proud to be a principal sponsor of this essential community service.

Be safe with kites and drones Keep children safe this summer – by ensuring kites and drones are only flown in clear spaces – well clear of powerlines, power poles and substations.

Summer Safety tips: Outdoor jobs: Look out for overhead lines when working with objects like ladders, aerials or scaffolding. Gardening: Don’t plant trees directly under powerlines – they grow quickly and require trimming which can be costly if it’s a safety risk.

Boating: Know the height of your mast and aerial before towing and look out for overhead lines when sailing. Camping: To protect family and friends from electric shock, remember to use an RCD (Residual Current Device).

General enquiries: 0800 66 78 47

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Joseph Hill is about to start his third year at Canterbury University where he is studying towards an electrical engineering degree.

He spent the summer in our Engineering team working on various projects, including the installation of a new offgrid power system on Matakohe Limestone Island. Joseph says he has enjoyed the problem solving and getting first-hand experience in the electricity sector and it has given him renewed drive as he heads back to university. Register online to keep informed about our future intern opportunities electricitycareers.northpower.com.

Find out about Unplanned Outages If you are experiencing a power cut go to northpower.com (on your mobile device) to check the latest information and updates on outages. If your outage is not showing on the website, please call 0800 10 40 40. For large outages we also post the information and updates on our Northpower facebook page.

For power and hot water faults: 0800 10 40 40