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An international get-together Waitangi Day celebration in Dargaville This Waitangi Day, Dargaville and west Kaipara locals are invited to a celebration of heritage and culture …

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p First Dargaville Girls’ Brigade members recently travelled to Fonomarae 2024 at El Rancho, Waikanae. The Facing Giants-themed camp was a week-long camp for brigadiers across New Zealand, with some girls visiting from Asia and the Pacific. The girls engaged in various outdoor activities like white-water rafting, tubing, survival skills, archery, crafts and excursions to Kāpiti Island and Wellington. They also did an overnight tramp in the Remutaka Ranges. “I got to form potentially lifelong friendships with many people while participating in amazing activities and deepening my faith,” said FDGB pioneer Monica Davidson. “We were encouraged to face our fears armed with the knowledge that we are never alone, and God is with us.” To join the group, contact Pauline Taylor on 021 263 7446 or via facebook.com/girlsBdargaville.

Chopper appeal hits fourth-year high Northlanders dug deep and donated more than $302,000 to the 2023 Northland Rescue Helicopter …

Query on commerce in park spurs delay u by Andy Bryenton

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The Mangawhai Community Park committee meet this week to discuss a master plan for the future development of the space, after a ‘no commerce’ clause sparked debate.

The extraordinary meeting was called due to a single submission on the proposed plan, touching on a longstanding and contentious clause banning commercial activities in the park. It stands at odds with a counterproposal for limited commercial activity there in the forthcoming Long Term Plan.

“In essence, there is nothing at all wrong with the document, except it is the fact that there has been a submission made as part of the LTP to consider amending the Reserve Management Act to consider limited commercial

activity,” said councillor Mike Howard last December.

“It’s on the back of plans for the civic centre, for their museum. The principle has always been no overt commercial activity; however, there has always been commercial activity there. To put that in the LTP will be totally in conflict with the master plan.”

Councillor Howard proposed an extraordinary meeting of the park’s governance committee to address the issue of commercial activity within the park. As noted, this touches on the

activities of the Mangawhai Museum, and any future provision for hospitality and refreshment operations in the space.

The Mangawhai park master plan was to have been consulted during December and January to capture the largest number of park patrons, at a time of beach bach occupation and family engagement with recreational facilities.

The question of commercial activities in the park remains deadlocked until both the plan and LTP have been finalised. ¢

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p A century ago, in 1924, the little locally-built vessel Kate was blown ashore in a major storm, coming to rest at Barbours Bay. That was far from the end for the hard-working vessel, however. Owner Bill Curel saw to it that she sailed again in rapid time, and she was kept in the family until just after the second world war. The Kate was purchased by the Waiheke Working Sail maritime restoration group in 2016, and just this summer, she took to the sea again with a new engine.

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Waitangi Day celebration in Dargaville

Council faces Three Waters aftermath

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This Waitangi Day, Dargaville and west Kaipara locals are invited to a celebration of heritage and culture — Waitangi ki Kaipara.

With Three Waters set to be repealed by the new government, local councillors have been left with a large body of infrastructurerelated work to complete for the next Long Term Plan.

For 2024, New Zealand’s national day falls on a Tuesday. It will not be rolled into the weekend as some previous Waitangi Day celebrations have been. A holiday Tuesday in late summer was seen as the perfect opportunity to promote community and whānau, say event organisers.

“There will be something for everyone at Waitangi ki Kaipara,” says the KDC’s Maia Renner.

“The free family event will include p Waitangi ki Kaipara will feature exciting acts, including Kapa Haka, the Dargaville Dalmatian a line-up of local acts, including Band, rock band Socially Awkward (pictured), the kapa haka performances from Tongan String band and Vera Rapana Selwyn Park Kindergarten and Tōkia, Dargaville Dalmatian Band, rock the message ka mua ka muri: Look band Socially Awkward, Tongan String to the past to inform the future. It’s band and Vera Rapana. In addition also an opportunity to enjoy family to performances, attendees can try time on our national day, taking in a something new in the activity space. programme of live entertainment and Waka Ama, a djembe drum workshop and cultural performances. poi making are a few of the activities on The event will be hosted in the the day.

Taha Awa Riverside Gardens in central “A healing and toi Māori space will Dargaville from 11am until 3pm and provide a gentler pace for our community is free of charge to attend. Event with mirimiri (massage and energy organisers would like to acknowledge healing), yoga, kid’s crafts, whakairo the support of the Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund — Te Tahua (carving), and raranga (weaving).”

This inaugural celebration, held in Whakanui i Waitangi, from the Ministry Dargaville on Tuesday, February 6, carries for Culture & Heritage. ¢

Debt to have been subsumed by now-defunct Entity A, the Auckland and Northland water authority, will remain on Kaipara District Council books.

The ongoing management, upkeep and future expansion of local water assets are now firmly back under KDC control. It provides both p Councillors have been briefed on the new water infrastructure landscape, following the demise of Three Waters issues and opportunities for the district’s leadership. instead of June. it will allow the KDC to “This government stated that it would disconnect from extensive plans and repeal all Three Waters legislation, procedures which assumed the launch effectively reverting back to the previous of Entity A by that time. state for water supply, stormwater and Councillors were presented with a wastewater,” said KDC strategic planning long list of future water projects which adviser Tracey Deane. will now become their responsibility “It’s clear the previous government’s again. They must also consider the approach of removing community control cost of reinternalising water amenities of water assets and prescribing co- and services. That means a review of governance was hugely unpopular and rates and water rates is a priority, with proposed a one-size-fits-all approach,” the possibility that they will increase. said Simeon Brown, who has been in The councillors will also consider the contact with mayor Craig Jepson on implications for development of new subdivisions in the area and adjust this issue.

The LTP will now be pushed back one developer contributions rules accordingly month, for adoption in July this year to ensure sustainable growth. ¢

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It’s like coming home Stephen and Carol Wood opened the Two Waters Cafe last year, and it has become a community hub for good times and excellent food.

“I moved to Ruawai 23 years ago to teach at the college, and a decade ago, Carol and I relocated to Whangārei. It was there that we ran CC’s cafe. After retiring from Aon Insurance in Dargaville last January, I volunteered on several charitable trusts when Carol saw that Ruawai was screaming out for a cafe. We decided to open one,” said Stephen.

“It was like coming home. The community welcomed us with open arms and were glad to have a cafe. One of our customers even drives from Whangārei to buy our Eccles cakes — he loves them.”

The cafe opened last year, supplying locals and travellers with barista-made coffee and savoury and sweet treats at a reasonable price. They specialise in creating

Mayor’s Message Greetings, Our district is buzzing with summer.

Everywhere I go in Kaipara our communities and our many visitors can be seen making the most of these sunshine hours. The event calendar across the district is jampacked – from fishing comps to concerts to circus events and our many delightful community markets, there is something for everyone.

Looking ahead, we’ll be at the Paparoa A&P show this Saturday, and, bookending February, the biggest event on the Kaipara calendar, the Dargaville Field Days (29 February, 1 and 2 March). If you have questions about Council services, come and chat to us. Look forward to seeing you there!

With so many people moving about our district at the moment, a plea to take care on the roads. Look out for our roading crews, stay within the speed limits, take a break when you need to and get home safely to your families.

As you may have read in the recent ratepayers newsletter, we received three letters from Government ministers before the break announcing the repeal (or imminent repeal) of legislation that directly affect this council and our district:

Plan for 2024/2027 and staff are adjusting to accommodate this, ‘adding’ water services back into our budgets and work programmes.

Recognising the major impact, Government has offered options to extend deadlines of up to three months for councils for their long term plans.

• Lastly, the repeal of the Natural and Built Environment Act and the Spatial Planning Act. The Government has said the second phase will be amending the RMA to make it easier to consent new infrastructure.

As always, we will keep you updated as to what this means for Kaipara residents and ratepayers.

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“We had no cafe, and it was terrible.

Now we’ve got a cafe, and it is a hub for everyone to gather. Stephen and Carol are very welcoming, and it is always clean and tidy,” said Tina.

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On the shop walls are paintings available to buy from local artists Tina McCollough and Lorraine Littler. Stephen also features

• A new land transport rule, which has put a hold on the work carried out on the Kaipara sections in Northland’s Regional Speed Management Plan. We will discuss this at a council meeting in February and decide what to do next.

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Chopper appeal hits fourth-year high

Rotarians seek field days’ volunteers

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u by Andy Bryenton

Northlanders dug deep and donated more than $302,000 to the 2023 Northland Rescue Helicopter annual appeal, and Northland Emergency Services Trust chair Paul Ahlers says, given how tough times have been, “it is particularly overwhelming to receive this level of support.

With the annual Northland Field Days now only a few weeks away, Dargaville Rotarians are filling their rosters to run the entry booths and control the parking for the many thousands of visitors expected for this year’s event.

“This is the fourth consecutive year that our community have raised over $300,000 during our appeal period from October to Christmas, and we are so grateful for that kindness. It constantly amazes me how people manage to dig deep, but I guess that just shows how highly the service is valued by the people of Northland and visitors to our region. We are lucky to have such a strong fundraising team in Jan Hewitt, Briar Edwards p NEST fundraising team (from left) Briar Edwards, Steve Macmillan and Jan Hewitt and Steve Macmillan.

Fundraising and marketing manager Diesel, which raised $50,000, the Jan Hewitt says she is blown away by Northern Wairoa golf tournament raising the generosity 36 years after the service $26,000. A substantial donation from was established. “Year in, year out, our The Den, alongside many other generous local community supports us in the community fundraisers. most amazing way, whether it is doing “That’s why getting out and about at a fundraiser on our behalf, donating iconic events like the Northland A&P some coins or cash, or sponsoring us in Show and Northland Field Days is so important. We also really enjoy having some way.”

Some highlights of the appeal included people drop by our field days stand the MoreFM Northland All Day Breakfast, with Northland Federated Farmers and which raised $81,000 in just 12 hours; hearing stories of when they were injured the Pines golf tournament, organised by or ill and needed the help of one of our McKenzie Contracting and Commercial rescue helicopters.” ¢

The community-minded group has a long association with the large agricultural and farming event, contributing their assistance each year to ensure that patrons and guests have a safe and enjoyable experience there.

However, as the field days expand, there are more jobs to do than Rotarians to fill them, meaning a need to p Dargaville Rotarians present a warm welcome to Northland Field Days patrons, but they can’t do it alone and would reach out to the public. appreciate local help to share some local hospitality “Please consider volunteering to assist us in this extremely from 7am until 4pm, and ideally have important and unique opportunity to experience in handling money and, show off our Kaipara District,” says particularly, Eftpos. Parking assistants, Dargaville Rotary Club field days liaison under the control of Rotarian supervisors, Brian Burnett. are also on two-hour rosters from 7am “All funds that we make over these but continue a little after 4pm. Both are three days, between February 29 to simple but vital jobs which make the field March 2, are reinvested in our community days run smoothly. and, principally, to youth projects. The “We would greatly welcome new commitment we give to the Northland volunteers to our roster,” Brian says. “I Field Days demands a staff of more than ask for anyone who has two to four hours 80 to run our operation successfully.” to offer us during any, or all, of the show People to assist with running the days to contact me on 09 439 6175 or entry booths are on a two-hour roster 027 236 7377.” ¢

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Positive prospects for youth u by Amy Fifita

Te Piringa Pai is seeking applicants for its Tāraitia youth development programme for people from 15–19 years old wanting to enhance their futures.

“I have come from a youth development background, mainly in Whangārei and MidNorth, where I worked in youth initiatives,” said TPP managing director Anaru Kaipo.

“My wife Taiāwhio WaitiKaipo and I have strong connections to the area and the local marae. Taiāwhio was born and raised here. We help to provide youth with their connections to their culture p Anaru Kaipo and his wife, Taiāwhio Waiti-Kaipo, have a and marae.” passion for getting alongside local youth to positively shape The couple works with youth their futures Photo: Rawhitiroa Photography who are not in education or employment, and, where available, youth youth development programme that are given a placement or work experience. provides a pick-up and drop-off service.

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“When they come into this positive “Recently, four of our youth received space, they learn about their identity and their licences. The seven consistent each other. We’ve completed some walks people have all got a pathway that they up some of the local maunga to share the are going into. That is a huge success local history and places,” says Mr Kaipo. story of what can happen when you Fully funded by Te Puni Kōkiri Ministry create a safe environment for our young of Māori Development, Tāraitia is a free people to learn.” ¢

Paparoa joins in rally fun u by Andy Bryenton

After the wild weather in early 2023 rained out the Arcadia Road stage of the CPS Northern Rally Sprint Series, organisers have been given the green light to try again in 2024.

p Paparoa will once again host rally racing action ahead of the Rally of Dargaville Tunatahi in March

“These motorsport events bring money and stimulation to the district, if they are well run, which is a great thing,” said mayor Craig Jepson. He also commented on the necessity to approve two rally sports events at a single council meeting.

Classic rally cars will hit the gravel on Arcadia Road on February 25, once again turning the rural Paparoa byway into a racetrack for a day. The home base for the fleet of vehicles that will compete in the event is the Paparoa Hall, where the local Lions Club traditionally provides pit-stop refreshments to keep the drivers in top form.

Last year, the February 26 Rally Sprint had to be cancelled on very short notice as torrential rain made racing impossible.

‘The right decision was made by the organisers to cancel the event as locals dealt with deluges of rain and flooding,’ wrote administrators on the rally sprint series website.

The Arcadia Road Rally Sprint event will close Arcadia Road from 9am until 6pm on February 25, as racers from around New Zealand compete to get off to a head start in the 2024 season. Last year, Tony Young won the Class A title across the series, with Mike Goldsbury taking out Class B. One of the guest speakers at the prizegiving was Marty Roestenburg. He is also the coordinator of the Rally of Dargaville Tunatahi, which will see 60 more teams of racers tackle four gravel courses in the west of Kaipara, two weeks after the Arcadia Road event is run. ¢

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Pride of the party u by Amy Fifita

Paparoa Pride 2024 invites people to its celebration on Saturday, February 17 between 7pm and midnight at the Paparoa Sports Pavillion, 2070 Paparoa Valley Road.

“I have been in New Zealand for 11 years, and I came out as gay a few years ago. I began being involved in the committee last year. It is rewarding to see people across Kaipara come and be themselves,” said committee member Mel Badenhorst.

The event began in 2021 after Cissy Rock, who was living in Paparoa at the time, suggested they do a rural pride event. There was a pride parade up the main street before a celebration at the pavillion.

“Groups from Tinopai, p Mel Badenhorst, chair Rachel Clothier-Simmonds and Jay Simmonds celebrated diversity at last year’s Pride event Poutō and Dargaville attended and it was really neat. Last year at the Paparoa Market. It is great to was a day event, but this year’s event has celebrate the diverse community. It is a party feel.” important to affirm the positiveness Drag king and House of Drag winner of being different.

Hugo Grrrl, Caluzzi Cabaret showgirl Miss “We are planning to become Kerry Berry and Victor E Dance — King a charitable trust in the next year of the ‘rei will feature at the celebration. and have been reliant on small Slightly Blue and DJ Dan Dare will also be donations. performing. The event costs $5, and bring “We are grateful to Creative a plate to share.

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Kai Ora funding for local gardens u by Andy Bryenton

Since 2015, the Kai Ora Fund has helped more than 300 Northland and Kaipara groups grow self-sustainable vegetable gardens, and this year, it wants to give grants to establish even more.

Groups in the community who wish to help their neighbours and fellow citizens get better access to healthy, locally-grown food can apply for up to $5,000 through the fund. The call is out to apply for the 2024 funding round.

“Successful applications engage multiple partners, show collaboration with hapū and iwi, promote equity, and demonstrate sustainability,” says Erana Peita, Mental p The Paparoa community gardens, Whakatipu Paparoa, helped share knowledge thanks to a 2023 Kai Ora Fund grant Health and Kai Ora Fund coordinator at Mahitahi Hauora Primary gardens were just some of the initiatives Health Entity, which administers the fund. that shared in more than $100,000. To “We support projects across the rohe, ensure that community needs are met, from Cape Reinga to Kaiwaka, and in the fund is accessible to a wide range locations ranging from suburban Whangārei of groups, so everyone is encouraged to apply. to remote rural areas,” said Ms Peita.

Kai Ora is a collaboration between The Kaipara District Council is part of the Kai Ora alliance, and it encourages Mahitahi Hauora, Te Puni Kōkiri, the Far locals who want to promote sustainable North District Council, Whangārei District gardening to apply. These are due by Council, Kaipara District Council, the February 6 and can be made online at Ministry of Social Development, Kāinga Ora — Homes and Communities and kaiorafund.com.

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Located just 5 minutes from Dargaville is this 82.25-hectare property in 3 titles that provides multiple options for the discerning buyer. Arapohue Road is a sort after location and quality lifestyle properties including beef, sheep and dairy farms surround this property. The contour of the land is mixed, 40% flat, and the balance medium country. This property has multiple income streams - once a small dairy unit this disused shed is now part of the vendor's calfrearing business (280 calves reared in 2023). The property is supported by multiple sheds. The flats at the bottom of the property are tile drained and are part of the vendor's Kumara business. Beef production makes the balance from the farm income. The farm is centrally raced, stock water is sourced from a bore and pressure pumped to troughs.

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Dog rangers face challenging task u by Andy Bryenton

The 2023 statistics detailing Kaipara’s animal control activities were released in December and provide a snapshot of a department working hard to meet public demand.

Pest bird alert Kaipara locals are being asked to report any sighting of rooks, a pest bird unwanted in the country as being destructive to horticulture, after an unconfirmed sighting at Tinopai recently of several large black birds feeding in a Morton Bay fig tree on Tinopai Road.

p If anyone sees what they think may be a rook, they should contact the regional council

“The person couldn’t get close enough to clearly identify them so reported it,” said Northland Regional Council’s biosecurity manager Nicky Fitzgibbon.

A biosecurity staff member could not find the birds, but based on the description, it was possible they were rooks, which are native to Europe and were introduced to New Zealand in the 1860s to control insect pests.

“Rooks are excluded in Northland, although they are not known to have an established population here, and

we want to keep it that way,” she said.

The birds are black and slightly larger than magpies. They are destructive, damaging plants or tearing up pasture, looking for insects.

“Unlike magpies, which are black and white, adult rooks are totally black except for their face, which has lightgrey skin bare of feathers. Juvenile birds have black-feathered faces.

Rooks have long, pointed black beaks and dark-brown eyes. They fly with steady but slow wing beats and can be identified by their harsh ‘kaah’ call.” ¢

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In the 2022–2023 monitoring period, the number of requests for assistance from the public to animal control officers rose from 881 to 1,551, with the biggest jump coming in the category of complaints over wandering dogs. This figure does not cover the 356 patrols, which also took place.

“Commendations to the team,” said councillor Mike Howard. “There are a significant number of challenges you face. I note that there are 10 per cent of dogs unregistered. How many attacks were attributed to p Kaipara animal rangers faced an 80 per cent jump unregistered dogs?” in requests for service in 2023, including many Dean Nurali, KDC monitoring and calls to secure wandering and dangerous dogs compliance manager, replied that the number was close to 40 per cent, year, with only 68 incidences, down from meaning that unregistered dogs were a high of 122 in 2021. considerably more dangerous than those Dog numbers, like population numbers, with registration. have risen in 2023, with a registered A total of 21 dogs were impounded 2.1 per cent increase across Kaipara. for wandering out of 537 complaints. The district now has a canine census of Ten dogs were impounded for attacking 5,237 dogs. However, some statistics a person or animal out of 69 recorded on registration may point to a lack of attacks. Wandering dogs were by far the engagement by owners. The town of most common complaint from the public Kaihū, for example, only has 18 registered to animal control, who have seen far less dogs, a figure which may seem lower than wandering livestock from farms this past the observed canine population. ¢

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Caring for our community Atawhaitia Te Takiwa Change to After Hours Services at Dargaville Medical Centre As the community is aware, we have been short staffed and we have been working with Te Whatu Ora to find a sustainable solution.

From Tuesday 30 January 2024, Dargaville Medical Centre will only be open Monday to Friday from 7.30am - 5.30pm and Saturdays from 9am - 12pm.

We will no longer be open on Sundays and Public Holidays. See the Dargaville Medical Centre website www.dargmed.co.nz or northlanddhb.org.nz for more information Where to access health care after hours Outside of Dargaville Medical Centre opening hours you can continue to ring our main number 09 439 8079 and you will be forwarded to Ka Ora Telecare service - they will triage you, once triaged by a team member, this may mean having an appointment with a nurse or doctor on your phone, laptop or mobile device.

The nurse assessment is free and then an appointment with a GP may be arranged, for which you will be charged. If you need face to face care they will forward you to the appropriate service.

It is important to note that the Dargaville Hospital remains open and continues to offer the same service to the community that they always have.

If you or someone else has a medical emergency – a serious or life-threatening condition – please call 111.

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It’s showtime in Paparoa u by Andy Bryenton

The 147th Paparoa A&P Show is one of the longest-running rural events in New Zealand and a traditional family day out with all kinds of things to see and do. fast and furious, and should not This weekend, February 3, the be missed. showground gates will be thrown open, and guests welcomed in Another big drawcard for the Paparoa Show is the equestrian to celebrate another year of sports section. There’s a whole food, music, farming and fun.

The venue is prominent as you world of interest here for those who love horses, from tiny pass through Paparoa on State miniature horses to immaculately Highway 12, and there’s ample groomed equestrian stars going parking for those who want to get through their paces for the amongst the action. judges. Riders of all levels of The hallmarks of a real Kiwi age and experience will take to A&P Show are all there for 2024. the field.

Check out the indoor section, Also on horseback are the with its friendly local rivalry, home action-orientated western riders baking and monster veggies on of the team roping events. These display, as well as the crafts and daring and skilled competitors skills which have supported selfwill thrill the crowds with roping, sufficient homes for centuries. riding, racing and other sports From prize pumpkins and born on the frontiers of the old preserves to flowers, art and creativity, the indoor section p The Paparoa A&P Show promises action and excitement as well as family fun, with events such as the team roping thrilling west. To go along with all the the crowds action, there’s plenty of tasty could inspire you to try something rosette is fierce but friendly, and there’s arena. The sport arose in the 1870s food on offer, stalls to browse, and new in your own kitchen or garden.

Outdoors, the best of the best in considerable pride to be had in joining when the bushmen and kauri loggers entertainment to enjoy. A warm welcome local livestock will be on display for a 147-year roll-call of winners. Equally of the early Kaipara tested their skills is extended to all by the show’s committee the discerning judges. Once again, fierce but far more kinetic is the clash in challenges, which made the sawdust and president, so mark your calendar and competition for a winning ribbon or of the axemen in the wood-chopping fly. Today’s wood chopping champs are enjoy a day in the country. ¢

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There’s no time like showtime u by Andy Bryenton

Paparoa A&P Show’s president offers a warm welcome to all, as the stage is set for food, fun, sunshine and action in the ‘village in the valley’.

In fact, all the organisers of Paparoa’s annual A&P Show are looking forward to a busy show day this coming Saturday, February 3. It will be the 147th time the best of town and country has come together in Paparoa.

Show president Janine Hames says everything is going to plan for the big day.

“We have all the traditional things people expect,” says Janine. ‘This includes wood chopping, sheep shearing, lots of horses, vegetables and flowers, and a great line-up of music. This year we are also really pleased to have a lot more food stalls. We have a good number of trade and community stalls, too.

“More than 1,000 locals come to the show each year. So it’s a great opportunity to see what products and services are available locally and have a fun day.”

One popular new event from last year’s show making a welcome comeback is the Kūmara 500 Wheelbarrow Race, which involves navigating a wheelbarrow filled to the brim with kūmara around the Showgrounds at top speed. The quirky

challenge is a point of difference between Paparoa’s A&P celebration and one which focusses on the Kaipara signature crop. Janine says that despite the magnitude of the task, there is no need to be a seasoned athlete to enter.

“The Kūmara 500 is all about good-natured competition. There is more than $500 of cash and kūmara in the prize pool for the race. Last year was a heap of fun, both for the young and fit who had a go and all the show visitors who cheered them on.

We’re really looking forward to it again this year.”

Above all else, the president and committee of the show wish to extend a warm and hospitable Kaipara welcome to all. The resurgent popularity of shows like this one is a testament to the fact that generations of Kiwis can all agree on what makes a great summer fun day.

“Paparoa’s A&P Show is a great family day out, with plenty of additional local attractions,” says Janine. “Have fun at the show, and also visit the giant fig tree at Pahi, the Kauri Museum at Matakohe or the Piroa Falls at Maungatūroto.” ¢

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Free family fun day to celebrate Waitangi Day Nau mai, haere mai! Waitangi ki Kaipara is a free family fun day for Kaipara to celebrate Aotearoa New Zealand’s national day. Bring your friends and whānau to enjoy live entertainment, cultural performances, interactive craft and toi Māori stalls, some delicious kai, a healing space and so much more!

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Ko Shepherd te whānau Ko Wendy Salter tōku ingoa My ancestors came from England to Kaipara on the Hanover in 1862. I humbly acknowledge Te Uri O Hau ~ Ngāti Whatua for enabling them to survive on settling in Kaipara.

The Waitangi ki Kaipara community day is made possible with funding from Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund - Te Tahua Whakanui i Waitangi from the Ministry for Culture & Heritage.

Kaipara Libraries TUTU collection expanding The highly requested Cricut Joy will be free to loan soon from any Kaipara Library. Create your own birthday cards, personalised gifts, decals and more!

If the Cricut Joy isn’t your thing, we have plenty of other crafty items available to loan, including sewing machines, knitting machines, apple pencils, a home recording kit. Place a hold at kaipara.kotui.org.nz Māori phrase of the month He rangi wera tēnei - It’s hot today

I love working for Kaipara District Council.

Guided by the KDC staff values – mana, mahi tahi, pono, whakaute, mahia te mahi, I get to work with mana whenua, iwi, communities, schools, project managers and KDC staff to support them to fulfil their aspirations. This is wide ranging – including restoration of tāonga, guiding people who want to plan and organise community events, infrastructure projects, developing leadership and capacity in our communities, creating safer communities.

The work is varied and so are the people I interact with.

Community-led initiatives are key in local democracy and I am here to support communities in realising their aspirations.

Meet more of our people and learn about the mahi (work) they do, their relationship with the district and why they love Kaipara. Head to kaipara.govt.nz/our-council-our-community

Community funding calendar available Did you know, Kaipara District Council has funding available to support projects that will enhance Kaipara communities?

Our funding calendar has all the dates you need to plan your Council community funding applications in 2024. Find out more about the funding available, and requirements to apply at kaipara.govt.nz/funding

Kaihu Valley Trail brochures available Keen to get on your bike and ride Stage One of the Kaihu Valley Trail (KVT), but not sure where to start? Brochures with information about the KVT, including a map and suggested routes, is available at our Dargaville and Mangawhai customer services centre. Drop by during open hours to grab your brochure from the front desk.

Stage One comprises two sections of the planned trail – from Mamaranui to Kaihu and Dargaville to Parore. The sections are currently linked by low-volume roads.

See you at the Paparoa A&P Show!

Come down and see us at the Paparoa A&P Show on Saturday 3 February.

Learn more about Council services and some key projects that are happening in your community. See you there!

Parking officers on patrol Visiting Kaipara’s hot spots this summer? Please park considerately or risk taking an infringement (fine) home with you.

The carpark at Mangawhai Heads Beach will be a key focus for our parking officers during summer long weekends, following numerous reports of parked cars blocking traffic and pedestrian paths.

Monitoring and Compliance Services Manager Dean Nuralli urges visitors to think of others when parking.

“We know parking at the heads beach is at a premium, but that’s no excuse for the inconsiderate parking we’ve seen this summer. We’re asking people to be patient and plan ahead - jump on the free summer bus, on your bike or stretch your legs and walk up if you can.”

Parking in the wrong spot can not only damage native plants and cause frustration for other visitors, cars that are parked on footpaths, curbs and garden beds also impede access for emergency services, wheelchairs and prams.

“Our staff will be out on the weekend, helping drivers park responsibly and writing infringement notices where health and safety is compromised,” says Dean.

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WE ARE YOUR PROFESSIONALS Ancient professions brought back to life u by Andy Bryenton

Guedelon Castle in France’s Burgundy region looks as if it has stood for centuries, constructed with techniques from the Middle Ages, but its first stones were laid down in 1997.

Those interested in history and construction flock to the site to see how stonemasons, architects, craftspeople and professionals of the 1300s assembled a castle. They are not allowed to bring modern technology of any kind with them, not even their phones. A quantity of paper notes are therefore taken by modern building experts who want to re-evaluate what’s possible with traditional techniques.

The idea began in 1995, discussed by three friends, one of whom owned a nearby chateau. Lessons learned in restoring this historic building made the friends think more deeply about rebuilding France’s castles using real mediaeval methods.

“We thought, how amazing would it be to actually build a castle from scratch?” said CEO and co-founder of Guedelon Maryline Martin.

Ms Martin says the project is all about highlighting nature, history, archaeology and heritage skills. An advisory committee made up of archaeologists, historians and castle experts is associated with the project, which sits on 27 acres of land near an appropriately ancient quarry.

It’s not just a theme park view of history. It is what’s called experimental archaeolog y, replicating as closely as possible a real Middle Ages building experience. Workers wear mediaeval clothes apart from modern hard hats and steelcapped boots for safety. A smith forges the nails for woodwork, stonemasons chip with mallets and chisels, and things are being learned that have sometimes been forgotten in modern construction. These insights could bring back techniques from the past for aesthetic effect and practicality.

Education, too, is part of the mission at Guedelon. Workers stop what they’re doing to answer questions from students who go p Building Guedelon Castle using nothing but mediaeval technology has been educational and enlightening for modern students of history and construction there on field trips, everyone from primary school children to those It has taken 25 years to raise six turrets, mean that this new castle is a true timestudying professional trades. It’s one a curtain wall a chapel, and a village and warp, helping modern people understand the few places where stonemasons can gardens, which only grow mediaeval food. the professionals of a bygone age. ¢ apply the geometric plans handed down That means no tomatoes or potatoes from by their ancient guild, and wood carvers the Americas but lots of grains, fruits and can make furniture and fittings in the style free-range geese patrolling the pathways. of the 1300s.

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WE ARE YOUR PROFESSIONALS The cable layers and the sea devil u by Andy Bryenton

Connecting nations by undersea cable was a perilous task, requiring a ship’s crew with grit and determination, but the sailors of the cable ship Iris went above and beyond.

Even today, maintaining and installing the cables connecting New Zealand to the Internet and digital communications is difficult and dangerous work — in 1917, it was even more so.

The Iris was captained by HR Hughes, and his team were specialists, as was his vessel. The Iris was the first purposebuilt cable ship in the British fleet, and her sailors were top-level professionals of their day. What they didn’t expect, when they headed for New Zealand in 1917, was to be part of the hunt for a German raider known as the ‘last pirate’ and ‘the sea devil’.

Count Felix Von Luckner was a figure worthy of the cinema screen. He rose through the ranks of the German navy, eventually being given command of the last square-rigged warship, the Seeadler, in the first world war. Von Luckner possessed a strict code of honour. He didn’t sink his foes but boarded them in the old piratical style, captured the crew unharmed if possible, and then sent their ships to the bottom, avoiding casualties.

Von Luckner came to the Pacific when the US entered the war and sunk three of their vessels before attempting to resupply in Tahiti. The Seeadler struck a coral reef, and the captain and five of his crew took the lifeboat to Samoa for help.

Unfortunately for him, New Zealand’s navy was on the hunt, and his boat was captured.

The German ‘sea devil’ was imprisoned on Motuihe Island near Auckland, but not for long. He stole the prison governor’s launch with 10 other men, then swashbuckling their way aboard they took the trading ship Moa. After this, they set out on the open ocean.

The crew of the Iris, effectively telephone technicians and signals professionals, were called on to help.

Their ship was built to haul tonnes of heavy cable and, when unloaded, was one of the fastest in the Pacific. The cargo was stripped, and a single gun bolted on, and the Iris set out to chase down the escaped German count. The Iris and her crew succeeded, catching Von Luckner

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The closure of the Brynderwyn hill section of State Highway One now has no official end date, and will continue past Easter, as roading engineers estimate an extensive programme of works spanning nine weeks or more.

Road user charges, which contribute to the maintenance and construction of the roading network, will be paid by previously exempted electric vehicles starting April this year.

The busy route was damaged nearly a year ago in a series of weather events, including Cyclone Gabrielle. It’s indicated that the road will be closed entirely from February 26 until Easter, when it will reopen for six days. Following this, the road will remain closed until the work is completed.

Meanwhile, NZTA is looking to upgrade alternate routes, such as the Paparoa Oakleigh Road and the Mangawhai to Waipu coastal road. Extra signage and information will also go up before the closure.

Recently, elected Northland MP Grant McCallum says while the disruption is unwanted, the repairs are necessary to avoid worse outcomes.

“We were caught between a rock and a hard place. We had to fix it otherwise the risk of long-term closure like the Mangamuka was really high,” he said.

Knock-on costs are estimated to be severe for Northland businesses.

Northland Inc the organisation promoting and supporting regional prosperity, calculated that the previous closure after Cyclone Gabrielle cost approximately $1 million daily.

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FREE FAMILY FUN DAY Ka mua ka muri. Look to the past to inform the future.

Taha Awa Riverside Gardens, Dargaville 11am-3pm, 6 February 2024 Bring your friends and whānau to a free family fun day to commemorate the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi - The Treaty of Waitangi and celebrate Aotearoa New Zealand’s national day.

Featuring Live entertainment • Cultural performances Healing space • Interactive craft • Toi Māori stalls Kai stalls • Waka ama • And so much more!!

Find out more at kaipara.govt.nz Waitangi ki Kaipara is made possible with funding from Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund - Te Tahua Whakanui i Waitangi from the Ministry for Culture & Heritage.

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WHAT’S ON? For outside of Dargaville events email info@integrity.nz

February

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

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

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

Today’s Calf, Tomorrow’s Cow Workshop — Dairy Women’s Network. 9 February, 9am to 2pm at the Tangiteroria Sports Complex. Members free, Nonmembers $30. Register at www.dwn.co.nz/events/ todays-calf-tomorrows-cow-northland-2024.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

March

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

Door charge applies.

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

Red Cross Facilitator, funded through Volunteering Northland. Dargaville Museum, ticket price: $30+GST per person for member organisations, $45+GST per person for non-member organisations. For more info volunteeringnorthland.nz/events/essential-first-aiddargaville-15-mar-23, admin@volunteeringnorthland. nz or phone 0800 865 268.

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

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

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

Fireco Kai Iwi Lakes Triathlon — 27 April 2024.

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

Markets

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Clubs/Organisations

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

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

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

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dargaville Women’s Group — New members are welcome to join our social group. Held every third Tuesday of the month 10am @ The Methodist Church, corner of Awakino and Normanby. Morning tea & guest speakers. For further info contact Michelle: 09 439 2930. Next meeting will be in February.

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

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

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

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

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

Contacts 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Wednesday 6–7pm.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm.

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

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

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

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

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

Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville.

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

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

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

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

All welcome.

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

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

All Welcome.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am.

Morning tea and lunch will be served. Variety of crafts.

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

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PH: 021 240 6764 KEITH call today - we come to YOU

GOOD QUALITY AT A FAIR PRICE

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

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Talk to the experts, we understand funerals.

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

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

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

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

Secondhand shop 20c Edward St, Dargaville

• DIGGER | BOBCAT | EARTHWORKS • RETAINING WALLS

Open: 9.30–3.30 Tue–Thu–Sun Paul & George Kuljish 020 4088 6907

• FENCING AND STOCK YARDS • CONCRETE LAYING TOM SILBY: 021 226 4562

• TRENCHING • POST BORING • EXCAVATIONS • SITE CLEARANCE • DRAINS & WATER TABLES

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• TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS

COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

• ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR “NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON 027 437 6521

CALL TRAVIS! 021 056 7665

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INTERIOR PLASTERING 021 163 4330 qfxinteriors@gmail.com

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

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

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22 January 30 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the February 6 2024 edition is Monday, February 5 2024

FOR SALE

FOR RENT

STORAGE

NURSERIES & PLANTS

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

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

WE HAVE container space and under-cover vehicle spaces available. Good rates, no GST. Baylys Coast Road. Enquiries 09 439 6037 or 027 207 2932.

5000+ HEDGING, SHELTER, trees ready now. White & red bottlebrush only $6 & $8. Geenty’s green corokia 1m high is only $6. Pittosporums from $1. Got2Go Plants is open Tuesday–Sunday. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. Sorry no eftpos. Internet transfers or cash.

09 439 5556/027 488 3400.

GARAGE SALE

EDINBURGH CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT 0–18kg $60 ono. Good condition. Phone 027 391 1120.

FRESH EGGS. Home Grown $9 dozen, $20 tray (30).

Mixed grade. Mary 027 439 0388.

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

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

Saturday 3rd February 2024 Community Hall Hokianga Road Dargaville, opposite the Anzac Theatre.

8am till noon, Something for everyone.

09 439 7243

STANDING HAY. Approx 10–12 acres, close to town.

Easy access & flat paddocks. No carrot weed or dock.

Phone or text 021 897 678.

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

TREE SERVICES

Monthly Market

OPEN HOME

BOARDER WANTED

POP-UP SHOW HOME 1-3pm Saturday 3 , 10th, 17th, 24th February 27 Beach Road Dargaville

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

TL B ILD

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

DRIVEWAYS RACEWAYS SITEWORKS METAL SUPPLIES ASPHALT WORKS POST HOLE BORING ROLLER COMPACTOR

FREE QUOTES EST. 1992

PHONE ROY 021 153 5000

LBM

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

PET DOORS — Cat Doors, Dog Doors for Glass or Timber — supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

Specialising in building one, two, three and four-bedroom transportable houses.

Talk to us about options.

SEPTIC TANK SERVICES 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.

021 132 4107

LBM SERVICES have a service request from KDC for repair and maintenance works on their rivers.

Please take advantage of the opportunity while we have our 15 metre long reach boom fitted to book in your floodgates, dams & rivers etc. due for maintenance now as we only have a small window to service this requirement.

With our four 6x3 metre mats means we can go where no others can.

Added to our fleet we now offer a D53 bulldozer with rippers for all your farm or roading works, limestone quarry ripping & paddock mole ploughing.

TL B ILD

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INSPIRATIONAL HOMES

Web | ww.tlbuild.nz Email | info@tlbuild.nz Phone | 027 256 8988

Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

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

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

Heartland Coordinator

(30 hours per week) We are looking for a great communicator to join our team.

The successful applicant will be able to engage with people, understand individual or whānau needs and connect clients with services and information they need. They will be able to plan, organise and problem solve and will be competent with computer skills including video conferencing and using other digital technology platforms. They will have good knowledge of different government agencies and understand key processes. They will build partnerships and networks with other community/ government agencies and organisations.

Please apply in writing to whanaufocusmanager@gmail.com by 10 February 2024

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

TEACHER AIDES

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

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

• 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

ENTERTAINMENT

• Help to assist teachers in the implementation of programmes.

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

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

• You will be employed under the new Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement Please send a C.V. and covering letter to Dargaville High School, Plunket Street, Dargaville or email to office@darghigh.school.nz

WORK WANTED

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

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

WEEK OF

THE ANZAC THEATRE

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

MORNING

SITUATIONS VACANT

WATCH BATTERIES REPLACED. Repairs to clocks, watches, jewellery & reading glasses @ 97 Victoria Street. 10 till 12.30 Tuesday to Friday, 022 342 8183.

PET SUPPLIES

Call Richard at Lambly Build & Maintenance Services

SERVICES

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

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

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 & Door Services Ltd.

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INSPIRATIONAL HOMES

BOBCAT, TRUCK & EXCAVATOR HIRE

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

TRADES & SERVICES

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QUIET, SINGLE, professional female required. Nonsmoker. Phone 021 193 4582.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

1st February– 7th February

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

SCIENCE TECHNICIAN POSITION AVAILABLE

★ First screening Last screening

AFTERNOON

AFTERNOON

EVENING

NIGHT

THU 01/02

WISH (PG) 1.30PM

NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 3.30PM

ONE LIFE (PG) 5.45PM

THE BOY & THE HERON (SUBBED) (PG) 8.00PM

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

FRI 02/02

MIGRATION (PG) 1.00PM

WONKA (PG) 3.00PM

ANYONE BUT YOU (R13) 5.30PM

POOR THINGS (R18) 8.00PM

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

SAT 03/02

NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 1.00PM

THE BOY & THE HERON (SUBBED) (PG) 3.15PM

ANYONE BUT YOU (R13) 5.45PM

THE CHOSEN S4 E1 & 2 (PG) 8.00PM

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

SUN 04/02

THE CHOSEN S4 E1 & 2 (PG) 1.00PM

NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 3.45PM

POOR THINGS (R18) 6.00PM

MON 05/02

CLOSED

TUE 06/02

CLOSED

WED 07/02

Adult $17

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WAYNE & ANNETTE

NEW THIS WEEK: THE CHOSEN S4 E1 & 2, THE BOY & THE HERON. FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: ANYONE BUT YOU, POOR THINGS, ONE LIFE, WONKA, WISH, MIGRATION, NEXT GOAL WINS. ONE LIFE (PG) 12.00PM

Senior (65+) $14.50

Student $14.50 w/ID

NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 5.30PM

Child $10.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

POOR THINGS (R18) 7.30PM

Under 3yrs FREE

Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists

TOKATOKA

• Prepare laboratory solutions • Organise daily laboratory preparation for teachers • Be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment • Inventory and ordering of equipment and chemicals Training will be provided for a suitable candidate.

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

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER January 30 2024

CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT

OFFICE ADMINSTRATOR Up to 30 hours per week.

To ensure the efficient running of the office.

To maintain the schools financial administration.

To maintain payroll information.

We need a versatile team player, and a great communicator with a good sense of humour.

This position is covered under the NZEI Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement. The successful candidate will be placed on the correct scale, depending on skills and experience.

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the February 6 2024 edition is Monday, February 5 2024 PUBLIC NOTICES

AGM NOTICE – NORTHERN WAIROA FOOTBALL CLUB. Wednesday 28th February, 6pm, NWFC Clubrooms, Sportsville, Dargaville. All invited, new members are welcome!

Job descriptions and application forms available from Lisa Greville, lisa@tekopuru.school.nz

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

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

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

ARAPOHUE SHOW 10 February 2024 from 9.00am

Sideshow Ride for a Gold Coin Donation Gate entry $8 adult, $2 Child, under 5’s free

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) Nicola Madeline Deveraux of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 367 King Road known as Te Whai Bay Wines.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is cellar door and remote sales.

DONNELLYS CROSSING PICNIC Sports DAY will not go ahead for 2024, but will be back bigger & better for 2025!

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Cellar Door: Monday to Sunday 10am to 8pm and remote sales 7 days 24 hours.

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

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 5, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

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

Kaipara

Community Health Trust HEALTH SHUTTLE Need transport to a health appointment?

For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

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

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

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 25 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

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

This is the first and only publication of this notice.

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

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

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

Public notice

PUBLIC NOTICES

H R Townshend Ltd of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an off-licence in respect of the premises situated at 3 Wood St, Mangawhai Heads known as Mangawhai Heads Four Square.

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

Wednesday 10 - 10:30

Friday 9:30 - 10:30

Use of rhyme, actions Make a Friend and song. structured story and play.

Under 6 year olds and their caregivers learning through play.

Restarting from 14th February $2 per child or $3 per family Both sessions are followed with a time to eat/play/chat. Kai is provided.

Doors open 9:30am to noon. @ Dargaville Baptist Community Church, 187 Victoria St. For more info call Rebecca 021 969 626

Read the newspaper online

kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 7am to 8pm.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 5, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 25 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

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

The revised Rating Values are effective as at 1 September 2023 and the new notices of valuation will be posted to owners and ratepayers from 31 January 2024. The District Valuation Rolls will be open for public inspection, free of charge, during regular office hours, at the offices of: Kaipara District Council

The Hub Unit 6/6 Molesworth Drive Mangawhai

32 Hokianga Road Dargaville

The revised values can be viewed until 8 March 2024.

Objections to the revised valuations must be lodged, in writing or online at www.ratingvalues.co.nz no later than 8 March 2024.

Objection forms are available from Kaipara District Council or Quotable Value Limited and should be posted to: Quotable Value Ltd – Business Support Private Bag 39 818 Wellington Mail Centre LOWER HUTT 5045 More information about “Understanding your Rating Value” can be found at www.ratingvalues.co.nz Jason Marris Chief Executive

KAIPARA DISTRICT COUNCIL (“KDC”) a local authority constituted under the Local Government Act 2002, having its principal office at Dargaville, Northland First Plaintiff

AND

NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL (“NRC”) a local authority constituted under the Local Government Act 2002, having its principal office at Whangarei, Northland Second Plaintiff

AND

BARNEY WILLIAM PUMIPI of 240 Victoria Street, Dargaville, occupation unknown Defendant

TO: BARNEY WILLIAM PUMIPI The plaintiffs have filed a statement of claim against you as the named ratepayer and owner of the following property:

(a) Record of Title NA72/52, Lot 45, known as 240 Victoria Street, Dargaville (Valuation number 00950-64603) (“Property”); to recover from you outstanding land rates and water rates (including penalties) levied over the Property, as at 1 July 2023, in the sum of $47,005.26 owed by you as the named ratepayer and owner of the Property.

2.

The plaintiffs have referred to and relied on the following documents (being initial disclosure) in preparing their statement of claim:

(a) Historical Record of Title for the Property dated 27 October 2023 obtained from Land Information New Zealand’s database; and (b) Combined Rates Assessment Notices and Invoices for the period 2017/2018 to 2022/2023 for the Property.

3.

The plaintiffs are claiming from you:

(a) Judgment in the sum of $47,005.26. (b) Judgment for such further rates and penalties that become due and payable from 1 July 2023. (c) Interest on the judgment sums, pursuant to sections 9 and 10 of the Interest on Money Claims Act 2016, from 1 July 2023 until such time that the judgment sums (including all interest payable) are paid in full. (d) The costs of and incidental to this proceeding on a category 1A basis pursuant to schedules 4 and 5 of the District Court Rules 2014.

4.

You must respond to the statement of claim within 25 working days of the date of this advertisement. To respond to the plaintiffs, you must file in the registry of this Court and serve on the plaintiffs, a statement of your defence to the plaintiffs’ claim. You must also at the time of serving your statement of defence on the plaintiffs, provide the plaintiffs with initial disclosure of documents referred to in or relied on in preparing your statement of defence.

5.

If you do not respond to the statement of claim within 25 working days of the date of this advertisement, the Court may decide you have to pay or give the plaintiffs what they are claiming in their statement of claim (this is called judgment).

6.

Pursuant to section 64 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, publication of this statement of claim, notice of proceeding and initial disclosure, is deemed to be effective service of this proceeding on you.

7.

A copy of the statement of claim and notice of proceeding will be forwarded to you on application to the plaintiffs’ solicitors, Brookfields Lawyers at the address listed below or at the office of the District Court at Whangarei. A copy of the initial disclosure will be forwarded to you on application to the plaintiffs’ solicitors, Brookfields Lawyers.

8.

Any person knowing the whereabouts of the abovenamed BARNEY WILLIAM PUMIPI is asked to bring this advertisement to his attention or to the attention of his personal representatives.

9.

This advertisement is inserted by KAIPARA DISTRICT COUNCIL and NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL whose address for service is at the offices of Brookfields, Lawyers, Tower One, 9th Floor, 205 Queen Street, Auckland (contact: Lisa Walsh (09) 979 2219).

This is the first publication of this notice.

Kaipara Lifestyler

The Valuation Rolls for Kaipara District Council have been revised by Quotable Value Limited (as the Council’s valuation service provider).

BETWEEN

1.

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

VALUATION ROLLS

ADVERTISEMENT OF STATEMENT OF CLAIM, NOTICE OF PROCEEDING AND LIST OF DOCUMENTS RELIED ON IN THE DISTRICT COURT WHANGAREI REGISTRY CIV-2023-088-000757 UNDER THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT (RATING) ACT 2002

HE PANUI

RIPIA MARAE SPECIAL GENERAL MEETING

PUBLIC NOTICES

Northern Wairoa A&P Assn.

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

The position will commence on the 12th of February 2024

WE NEED YOU, TO JOIN OUR SALES TEAM!

PUBLIC NOTICES

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm, next is the 1st of February 2024, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

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

APPLY TODAY!

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24 January 30 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

614 TE MAIRE ROAD, TE KOPURU $5,200,000 + GST (if any) Negotiable 26 GRAHAM STREET, TE KOPURU

Enquiries over $355,000 2 GILLESPIE DRIVE, BAYLYS BEACH

$285,000 47 OPONONI HEIGHTS DRIVE OPONONI

$275,000

PRICE REDUCED

STARTS WITH THE SOIL

MOVE IN NEXT WEEK

ENJOY THE VIEWS

A SITE TO BEHOLD

222ha dairy property in many titles, which has approx. 210ha of grazing predominantly near flat to undulating contour with some sidings. The property has 108 paddocks, a reliable water supply and is readily accessible with excellent road and boundary frontage. The property has two 4-bed homes with double garages.

MICHAEL GRIFFITHS Mob 0272 788 122 WEB ID RJR4254

Situated on a flat half acre section is this cosy tiny home featuring a generous double bedroom plus another extra room, combined bathroom and a kitchen and lounge area.

Also has a large 10x4m covered deck with a sleepout/hobby room, 9x6m garage with power and a single carport.

This 609m2 elevated section (Lot 84) with a relaxing rural outlook and some horizon sea views is well positioned in the popular Sunset West subdivision with power, phone and water at the boundary. Now is the time to act. Take a drive or call Craig and secure your piece of coastal Northland.

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021 461 668 WEB ID RJS4302

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021 461 668 WEB ID RJS4277

Welcome to 47 Opononi Heights Drive, a stunning lifestyle section located in the sought-after area of Opononi. This property offers a unique opportunity to create your dream home in a picturesque setting. Spanning over 749 sqm whether you envision a contemporary masterpiece or a charming cottage, the possibilities are endless.

MICHAEL GRIFFITHS Mob 0272 788 122 WEB ID RJS4301

26 VIEW STREET MAUNGATUROTO

$625,000 32 FRANKLIN ROAD PAPAROA

$985,000 10 TE PAHI RIVER DRIVE, PAPAROA

$865,000 15 MANAAKI CIRCLE PAPAROA

$199,000

NEW LISTING

MOTIVATED VENDORS SAY SELL!

A COUNTRY VILLA

BOUNTIFUL KAIPARA LIFESTYLE

RETIREE SECTION - PAPAROA

Charming 3-bed, 1960s home with modern updates, 102m2 living space, updated kitchen, tiled bathroom, insulation, heat pumps, HRV system. Expansive 1036m2 section with fruit trees, garage, deck. Serene farmland backdrop. Secure parking.

Schedule a viewing to make this beloved property your home.

1.2468-hectare land with outdoor space. 3 spacious bedrooms. Covered outdoor Entertainment area. Double garage with workshop space. Separate hobby/craft or office space. Desirable location in Paparoa. Easy access to amenities.

Short drive to Pahi on The Kaipara Harbour.

Tucked down the end of a private country lane. Lovely 4 ha lifestyle with 3 bdm home, double garage & leanto sheds, raised veggie gardens, berries, many fruit trees, grazing paddocks, yards, fenced for sheep & cattle. Water view and large lawn space. Land to MHWM! Call Rhoda.

Nestled in a serene village-like setting, this thoughtfully designed subdivision offers an ideal environment for senior living with small easy care lots. Pedestrian pathways seamlessly connect to Paparoa village. The is a flat 404 sqm section with captivating views of farmland and the Paparoa Show Grounds.

KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 779 9019 WEB ID MRE2841

JILL POWELL Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2802

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2834

JILL POWELL Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2727

118 PAPAROA STATION ROAD PAPAROA

$550,000 + GST if any 287 STATE HIGHWAY 12, MAUNGATUROTO

$249,000 37 JUDD ROAD MAUNGATUROTO

NEW LISTING

$1,089,000 LOT 8/47 KAMEA PLACE MAUNGATUROTO $450,000 + GST (if any)

NEW LISTING

RURAL RETREAT IN PAPAROA!

A GAME OF TWO HALVES!

SPACIOUS AND MODERN LIVING

PURE, PINE POTENTIAL!

ADRIANNE ASTLEY Mob 020 4076 2650 WEB ID RJS4306

A fully fenced rural grazing section of 8220sqm (approx. 2 acres) with cattle loading ramps, bounded by a creek at the back of the property. The property faces on to State Highway 12 and is just minutes away from State Highway 1 and only a 5 minute drive to the township.

GARY MORRIS Mob 021 902 087 DEBBIE HOWLETT Mob 021 233 3796 WEB ID MRE2788

A rural retreat on 5,659m2 featuring a new 158m2 build. The open-plan living space, master bedroom with ensuite, and three additional bedrooms provide both communal and private areas. The energy-efficient home includes insulation, double glazing, and heat pumps. Enjoy the tranquil rural outlook from the expansive deck.

KARYN HODGSON 09 431 1016 Mob 029 779 9019 WEB ID MRE2835

Presenting a cut-over pine block of 7.9130ha (approx. 19.5 acres), harvested in March 2022. This property is now fully fenced and recently re planted in September 2023, offering an ideal investment opportunity to enjoy the future returns from your trees.

GARY MORRIS Mob 021 902 087 DEBBIE HOWLETT Mob 021 233 3796 WEB ID MRE2688

- Prime Location - 6.8265 hectares - x 3 Dams - Fenced into 3 paddocks - Approx 1.8km to Paparoa

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

Realty Ltd 09 439 7295 Dargaville Licensed Agent REAA 2008 09 431 1016

Orchards, Lifestyle Blocks, Fencing or Feeding Out

WE HAVE YOU COVERED! $43,000 GST $34,500 GST Excluding

Excluding

New Holland TD95D

John Deere 6320

3,463 hours // 90HP // No Electronics

4,739 hours // 100HP // Near New Tyres

Excluding

$48,000 GST

Excluding

$45,000 GST

New Holland TD5.110

New Holland T5070

2,500 hours // 110HP // Sigma Loader

5,443 hours // 115HP // MX Loader

30 Pipiwai Rd, Kamo, Whangarei 09 437 9036 www.agspares.co.nz ndTH MARCH, 2024 PRICES EXCLUDE GST. VALID TO 229 FEBRUARY, 2024