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New decade, new building  by Rose Rees-Owen

Circus Kumarani will soon celebrate their 10th birthday and as they move into a new decade, they’ve moved location.

Parents improve computer literacy

A group Selwyn Park Primary School parents, graduated from the Computers in Homes initiative …

High flight at 84

When Te Kopuru resident John Cottle was a lad growing up in England, he was fascinated by aircraft, and joined the fledgling Air Training Corps …

Across the road from Selwyn Park, 15 Onslow Street, Dargaville, is their new home which is rich in character. It was the Kauri Bakery set up by the Smith family in 1933 and at one point it supplied bread for the whole of Northland. The owner, Emil, bought the 80 year building in 2004 and has kept some bakery features in tact. He has installed a spiral staircase but has left an original step and the dough table will now be used for circus tricks. “It’s about new beginnings,” says community circus teacher, Jo Carvalho, adding that they have outgrown the space in Parenga Street. He says the new building will have better storage capacity and being next to the swimming pool, skatepark and Selwyn Park is an advantage giving them greater visibility. “Everyone is welcome to drop in and see what we’re all about, and it’s not just about clowns and juggling, we do much more than that.” The last class at Parenga Street was the Art of Pole taught by Amy Richardson-Impey and classes will begin at Onslow Street on July 31. ¢

 Circus Kumarani manager, Jenny Huriwai, and community circus teachers, Jo Carvalho and Amy Richardson-Impey play with old bakery equipment on the balcony of their new home in Onslow Street

Sell-out screening at ANZAC Theatre Almost thirty years after the Empire Theatre closed its doors, movies have returned to Dargaville.

Pigs come home to warm welcome

Dargaville fire station all was warmth and light for 2013’s BNZ ‘dress the piggy’ parade final …

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Man of Steel, Despicable Me 2 and White Lies made up the weekend programme and manager, Vernon Woods, said a steady number of people attended. A screening of Despicable Me 2 sold out and White Lies was well received on both Saturday and Sunday nights. “We are very happy with how it’s going — we’ve had no glitches and there are lots of smiling faces around.” The theatre has been four years in the making and project manager, Grant Waldron, and his wife and volunteer, Cherry Waldron, praises the firms and contractors for their involvement in the construction. “All responded with professionalism and enthusiasm aware of the timeline to complete the cinema.”

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ANZAC THEATRE DARGAVILLE SCREENING TIMES

 Act One dancing and acting students as well as DLT Glee Club singers performed in a showcase for their family and friends at Dargaville Little Theatre. Around 30 performers took part and for some, it was their first time performing. Acting tutor, Deborah Steele, wrote an original script for the senior kids; a comedy combining shakespearean dialogue with modern teenage angst. The junior class performed in a fairytale spoof with the six actors performing beyond their years. Dance tutor, Julianne Parkinson, taught an adult and children’s class some hip hop dance moves and DLT Glee club co-ordinator, Anna Marie Cutts, guided her members to sing two modern day melodies. Act One classes will resume in 2014, contact Deborah, 021 0227 3055, to register your interest.

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Monday, 15 July — Sunday, 21 July 2013 Despicable Me 2 (TBC) Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday .............10am,12.30pm, 3pm Thursday ................................................12.30pm Epic (PG) Friday ......................................................5.30pm Saturday ..................................................12.00pm, 5.00pm Sunday ....................................................2.30pm Man of Steel (TBC) Monday ...................................................5.30pm, 8.30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday ...........5.30pm Monsters University (G) Thursday ................................................3pm Friday ......................................................12.30pm, 3pm Saturday ..................................................2.30pm Sunday ....................................................12pm The Lone Ranger (M) ...................... Thursday, Friday ....................................8.30pm Saturday ..................................................8pm Sunday ....................................................5pm White Lies (TBC) Tuesday, Wednesday .............................8.30pm Sunday ....................................................8pm

 The Dargaville walking group took on a major mission with a walk to the historic Pouto Lighthouse from the North Head settlement, a round trip of 14km, alongside The Graveyard, and the hidden wrecks of countless craft over more than a century. “We were fortunate to have good weather on our side and 33 keen folk started walking into a slight head wind for 7km along the beach,” said club spokesperson, Maxine Stringer. “The tide was out so this was easy walking to the lighthouse with recent rain making the sand reasonably firm underfoot. We arrived at the lighthouse for a drink, lunch etc and a well earned rest, eventually arriving back to our starting point at 3pm.

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 The top netball team from Dargaville High School, Ruawai College, Otamatea High School and Rodney College competed in a Rodney District Secondary Schools Challenge. Rodney, who had not lost a game all series, played in the finals against Ruawai College. “It was a very tough and intense game,” said Rodney team manager, Dell Thrasyvoulou, “Rodney College managed to hold on and come out the final winners, with the score 47–36. Dargaville High School and Otamatea High School competed for third and fourth place with Dargaville coming out on top.

Parents improve computer literacy  by Rose Rees-Owen

A group of 10 parents, who have children enrolled at Selwyn Park Primary School, graduated from the Computers in Homes initiative.

 Excited about graduation, back row from left: Makeleta Ma’ake, Sue Kini (Computers in Homes Coordinator), Nikki Williams, Vern Stevens (Principal), Tara Turner, Eileen Keukelaar and Cossalina Donovan.

After going through 20 hours of computer training, parents received their own computers to take home as well as a subsidised 12 month internet connection and technical support. “By training Mums and Dads in how to use the computer, they in turn use that knowledge to help their children when they get their computers home,” says Northland regional co-ordinator, Sue Kini. The curriculum includes cyber safety as well as learning how to use Skype, Facebook, Google, email and general computer skills — and was taught by trainer, Deb Green. “It’s a good programme, and I will share what I’ve been taught with my children and other whanau members,” says graduate, Alaina Ashby. Graduate, Cossalina Donovan, says the course has been beneficial for both herself and her children. “I have four kids who come here so it’s really going to help with their learning.” The initiative is aimed to reach parents who have children enrolled in low decile schools and do not own a computer.

Ms Kini encourages more schools in Kaipara to get involved but there is a limited amount of funding available. It’s estimated that 3,000 families in Northland do not own a computer or have an internet connection. ¢

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On the lookout for bridal dresses Wedding gowns, bridesmaids and flowergirl dresses, as well as mother of the bride outfits will be on parade, or displayed, at the Dargaville Museum on October 6. Event organiser, Margaret Tier, is searching for bridal dresses to be part of this years event with the last bridal extravaganza taking place six years ago. “We had over 60 dresses last time celebrating a 100 years of bridal fashion, 1887–2007.” The dresses on parade will be modelled with the MC giving a description of it’s history. Margaret says they already have 20 dresses not previously displayed but would like as many gowns as possible to be shown. “If you or a member of  Dargaville resident, Sadie Bond’s wedding dress was your family still have a dress modelled in the 100 year Bridal Extravaganza. Sadie Clotworthy married Ray Bond on April 26, 1947 at packed away in a cupboard Birkenhead. She was born in Whangarei and came to or you would like to model Dargaville with Ray in 1952. your beautiful gown again please contact myself or Phone Margaret, 09 439 7493, or Pene at the museum.” the museum, 09 439 7555.

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Vision of the Owl June 2013  by Grey Power

Reading this column you will become aware that Grey Power is a very active non political party, non sectarian organisation dedicated at looking after the interests of all New Zealanders. Nationwide we have over 60,000 members which is more than the combined political parties, therefore we are able to lobby successfully with central and local government. Because of Grey Power’s efforts over the years society has gained many benefits as unfair issues are resolved. At the present time the various Grey Power Federation committees are addressing many issues including; The high cost of electricity, rates, health insurance increases, Accident Compensation Corporation, Rest Homes, Law and Order, Superannuation, the Consumer Price Index to name a few. New members are needed to “increase the power.” Why not join Kaipara Grey Power Association, come to the meetings and air your concerns. Among matters raised at our recent meeting were the crossing at Victoria St end of

Gladstone St and concerns about the possible site plan of the Countdown building. Praises were “sung” of wonderful treatment received at Whangarei Hospital. We normally have a guest speaker and this month Len Lulich gave us an interesting, informative and enjoyable talk about a stay in Croatia. Financial members have a free Accidental insurance $2,000 cover supplied by AIL Insurance. Members receive a Quarterly Magazine from our Federation plus our association’s short newsletter bimonthly. For further information you may contact our President June Klenner 09 439 1736 or visit the Federation on www.greypower.nz.

Fashion for St John  by Paul Campbell

Mangawhai St John are putting on a fundraising fashion show with a difference on Saturday, July 20. The event will coincide with the Te Hana Matariki Maori Wearable Arts night, themed Wahine Toa — Warrior Princess, at 311 SH 1, at Te Hana. “You’ll be amazed at what you can wear on a tight budget,” says organiser Jenny Ashford. “We’ll also see some well-known faces in their lineup of models. Included in the lineup of catwalk events for the

evening is local artist, Donna Shadick’s award winning Matariki Jewellery.” There will also be an art exhibition by Tomarata artist, Edith Johnston, celebrating bravery and courage in women, as well as Pacific Island dancers, kapa haka performers, wearable arts and more. Buy your ticket at the Mangawhai St John shop to make an automatic $5 donation. ¢

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Mid winter festivities As temperatures drop, the Dargaville Sewing Centre embroidery club celebrated mid-winter Christmas making festive double oven mitts.

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The club meets around once a month with members travelling from as far as Kerikeri to take part. Future activities

include making square patterns for a quilt to be raffled off to raise funds for breast cancer. ¢

Ruawai’s musical ambassador to Olympic capital  by Andy Bryenton

The temperature difference between sunny Rio de Janeiro and wintery Ruawai at this time of year is almost as much of a shock as the difference in population, language and surroundings — just ask recently returned Kaipara ‘ambassador’, Tom Gomes. But the accomplished musician and hair stylist says it’s good to be back home, after a whirlwind tour of the nation of his birth, Brazil. It was a chance to visit relatives and re-visit places from his days growing up in the South American metropolis by the sea, but there was a greater purpose for his journey as well. While most Ruawai folk know Tom as their local hairdresser, he is also a musician with a style which blends

Brazilian rhythm with modern electronic production techniques. His unique style has seen him play some of New Zealand’s most famous night spots, and while in Rio he collaborated with a select group of other Brazilian musos to create a soundtrack for the forthcoming Olympic celebrations there. In a nation famous for great music and parties, the Ruawai local’s work with his Brazilian contemporaries is sure to show the flavour of New Zealand. ¢

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High flight at 84 When Te Kopuru resident John Cottle was a lad growing up in England, he was fascinated by aircraft, and joined the fledgling Air Training Corps.

Dargaville Rotary has a new president

 by Rose Rees-Owen

Margaret Bishop is both excited and daunted by the prospect of being the new Rotary president for Dargaville.

 Patricia Mortenson and John Cottle back on terra firma, with the gyrocopter as a backdrop

wonderful — but something special was to come. Friends took me to lunch at the club one Saturday, and a gyrocopter arrived.” It was a little too much to resist, and John soon found himself high over Dargaville as a single passenger under the whirling blades of the unusual aircraft. It was an ‘outstanding’ experience, and his view was echoed by his luncheon hostess, and fellow gyrocopter passenger, Patricia Mortenson, who jumped at the chance to take the next available flight. ¢

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“I have some pretty big shoes to fill,” says Margaret who took over from acting president, Bruce Crawford. Inducted into Rotary eight years ago, she is the 75th president, and with Rotary having an emphasis on youth she welcomes young members to join. “We have members who have served for over 50 years, and I think it’s important to celebrate them, but we are also open to new members.” Membership fees go towards both local district Rotary levies and international levies. “Why wouldn’t you be a member of Rotary?” Says Margaret as she lists some of the work they do. Internationally Rotary plays a large role in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, and when it began in 1988, polio was

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Te Kopuru resident, Api Bretherton, won the Kaipara Lifestyler competition to see the Matariki divas on her birthday, July 6. Well known performers, Betty-Anne, Whirimako Black, Maisey Rika and Ria Hall, came together to sing at the Dargaville Town Hall in an intimate concert to celebrate Matariki. “It was fantastic,” says Api, “they are all well known performers in their own right, and they sang seamlessly together.” After winning the two general admission tickets, she received two more tickets as a birthday present, and was able to take her grandson, daughter and a friend along to the concert. “It was polished and professional and the best thing I’ve seen live at the Town Hall.” She says it was one of the best birthdays and the next event in

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“Then my national service came up, and, of course, they put me in the army engineers to fix tanks,” he said. A toolmaker by trade, John came out to New Zealand 27 years ago, and, by his own admission “became a bit of a beachcomber on Kauwau Island. “I got in a bit of flying back then, using the Grumman Widgeon seaplane service that was flown by the famous Allan Ladd.” But fast forward to February this year, when John turned 85, and shouted himself a flight in a light plane at the Dargaville Aero Club. “That was

endemic in 125 countries and it is now down to three countries affected. Community initiatives include year long school exchanges to foreign countries, providing university scholarships, and a recent donation of $1,500 to the Kaipara Employment for Youth initiative. Women have taken on the role of president in Maungaturoto and Kaikohe as well, and Margaret says it will help to shake off the perception of Rotary being an ‘old boys club’. As president she wants to raise the profile of the club, organise more social events and boost membership numbers. ¢ Northpower Electric Power Trust Notice of Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of beneficiaries is to be held at the Whangarei Club, 14 – 18 Rust Ave, Whangarei on Thursday 25 July 2013, at 11:00am. Agenda 1. Minutes of the Annual Meeting held on 31 July 2012 2. Matters Arising 3. Presentation of the Annual Report to Beneficiaries 4. Appointment of an Auditor for the 2014 Financial Year 5. Report on Code of Practice 6. General Business In accordance with S100 of the Electricity Industry Act 2010 the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Trust for the year ended 31 March 2013 and the Auditors Report on those financial statements are available for inspection, Monday to Friday, between 8.30am and 5pm at the office of the secretary (details below) and at www.northpower. com. Plus Chartered Accountants 134 Bank Street Whangarei Phone 438-3322 In accordance with S102 of the Electricity Industry Act 2010 - s(2) every beneficiary has one vote - s(3) The quorum for the annual meeting is 20 beneficiaries.

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Meat industry date for MP

 by Paul Campbell

Sorting stock, hefting meats cuts into chillers and hosing down yards at Dargaville’s meatworks is not usually considered part of a Member of Parliament’s day job.

 Mr Sabin reports for work in the Silver Fern stockyards

But as well as milking cows, digging kumara, or pouring petrol, the activity has been added to the resume of Northland MP, Mike Sabin, as he continues his programme of finding out what are the nuts and bolts of the local economy — the jobs people do. He spent a day at Silver Fern Farms plant in Dargaville, in the yards, the boning and packing rooms and

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the chillers. “The day started in the chillers packing boxes of cuts into the plate chillers which rapidly cool the cartons of meat,” Mr Sabin said. “I was then into the yards where I helped receive, sort and clean the stock. The plant typically processes 432 animals per day, with the 262 staff working over two shifts.

“The plant is one of the most cost efficient and effective in the group and the innovative approaches, from utilising all parts of the beasts, to a waste-neutral status from their recycling programme shows what can be achieved with a bit of Northland know-how. I was really impressed.” Mr Sabin learned the most significant challenge for the industry is stock procurement, with 300,000 cattle going to the works, but only about 130,000 a year actually processed in Northland plants, with the remaining stock shipped elsewhere. “When you consider that every beast processed in Northland generates about $100 in wages that then goes back into our local economy, you can start to appreciate how advantageous it is to see stock slaughtered locally,” says Mr Sabin. “The challenges in the beef industry are well known and it is clear that the Fonterra co-operative model has been game-changing for dairy farmers and the industry alike in New Zealand, but it still seems a distant possibility for beef producers, which presents an ongoing challenge. “This was another great experience which provided a close-up appreciation

of the meat producing sector in Northland and the importance of this industry to our economy. “Product from this plant in Dargaville not only gets sold domestically, it goes all around the world, including the United States, Europe, China, Taiwan and the Middle East to name a few.” ¢

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It’s local government election year again. A time when most of us take a few seconds out of our day to think about what box to tick and whom we should elect to govern our local multimillion-dollar government organisation. I suspect for many more time is spent thinking about what they should buy for lunch. People use their democratic choice for a wide range of reasons. Unfortunately, few in our community ever actively engage in government processes and therefore often make choices on limited information, hearsay, and prejudice. Many candidates are successful simply because they are well known within a community or are strong advocates against some issue that resonates across a large number of voters. Whatever the reason for the choices

made the concept of ‘good governance’ is not high on the list for consideration. The issue we face is the stark and fundamental difference between the need for good governance of an organisation and the concept of ‘democratic representation’. In the private sector considerable thought is given to the choice of directors. There is normally a vigorous selection process to ensure the correct level and mix of expertise is present on the Board.

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Arsk me no quistins … “Tell yer wot Dog. Them ockers must be a bit thick eh?” Whoops, tha Boss getting’ towee? Yep, gidday, me Billy hear agin. We was settled in frunt ofa widescreen Tv ina woolshed again. Gets pretty dark early these days, so Boss flips ona kero heata, an’ we starts wotchin TV erly before tha news. Well, thear was this kwizz program on about a millyinair wiv a hot seat, or sumthin’, wear a bloke asks quistins wot people gotta ansa. An’ this is wot gotta Boss goin’. “Bluddy hell Dog, all these ockers gotta do is ansa simpil quistins an’ they cood get a millyun dollas.” Well, I gess that sounds like a lotta munny, but a bit much fer me ta count, so I kept an eye ona TV an’ a ear ona Boss. “Lookit Dog,” he wen’ on. They askt wot has four stummicks, a bird, ora fish, ora cat ora cow.”? Easy, I reckin. We got a lotta cows ona deary runoff, an Sharlene — the Boss’s girfren’ tole her skool class wen’ they came ta wotch milkin’ that cows got four stummicks. An’ yer no wot, the ocker person ina kwizz didn’t know. But tha wussint orl. Boss startid rilly nashin’ hsi teef wen tha nek question happind. ‘Wot’s a favrit kids puppit show? It it Supaman, tha gondilears, Shortlind Street (wot Sharlene wotchis) or Punch an’ Joody.?” Yep, ya guest it, the bloke ona TV didn’t no! But me ana Boss did, cos’ we wotched a Robbing Hood movie ona TV last week, an it showed a buncha kids wotchin’ a Punch an’ Joody show ina village. Just go’s to show ya kin lern lots from wotchin’ TV eh? Well, anyway, its not juss TV. Cos’ tha nek quistin come along an’ I evin beet tha Boss! Ya see, I bin hangin’ round tha house ina wet wether, listin’ ta Sharlene an’ her mum fussin over tha new ankilbita. Sorry, they ackterly give her a name. Its Sophie — Sharlene spelled it fer me. Nice name eh? Anyway, tha quistin on millyinair TV wus wot wuz a layette? A wepin, a book, ora sumpin’ else? C’mon. I gottit rite. Cos Mum bin spendin a hole lotta munny on Sophie’s baby cloves.” Her layette deah,” she keeps tellin’ Sharlene. Doncha hate a smart borda colly? – heh, heh. see ya.

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Around 50 farmers attended a calf rearing workshop at the Commercial Hotel in Dargaville run by Beef and Lamb New Zealand as well as DairyNZ. The interactive workshop featured speakers, Dr Bas Schouten, Mike Colhurst from Silver Fern Farms, and local farmer, Peter Bond from Tokatoka who offered practical experience and shared the economics behind his systems. “It’s a chance for farmers to talk about their concerns with with experts like Bas and local farmers,” says organiser from DairyNZ, Simon Sankey. He says the main purpose is to increase efficiency and profitability of calf rearing systems. Topics covered included the importance of having a routine,

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Pigs come home to warm welcome  by Andy Bryenton

Ancient strata emerges

It was a chilly Friday night, but inside the Dargaville fire station all was warmth and light for 2013’s BNZ ‘dress the piggy’ parade final.

 The wonders of beach combing can be endless and in the case of a recent sojourn on the west coast, Noel Hilliam came across an echo of the ages. Exposed by sand slipping away on a cliff face just 50 metres north of the Baylys Beach entrance is a treasure of the past. “It’s a layer of lignite — ancient kauri forest — and in on top is a white layer of teffra, or volcanic ash,” said Noel. “I sent samples away to a tree ring laboratory and they identified this ash layer as coming from the Taupo eruption in 232 AD.”

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www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz The contest was graced by a wealth of creativity and flair this year as businesses and organisations from across the district competed for top porcine honours, in a competition which directly benefits the volunteer firefighters of Dargaville’s brigade. In the tradition of popular television talent quest ‘The X Factor’ the piggy banks were narrowed down to a ‘final three’, with the winner announced to a packed crowd. This year’s most fantastically decorated pig was judged to be the entry from Kaipara Community Health Trust — a porky patient complete with bandages, hospital bed and ‘get well soon’ cards crafted by volunteer James Foster. Health Trust spokesperson Deb Evans was delighted with the win. “We live in a great community and we all support one another,” she said. “Supporting the Fire Brigade was the driving inspiration behind the Hospital themed entry Miss Paracetamol Pig. Everyone’s really got behind the BNZ

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Reporter We are seeking a reporter for the Kaipara Lifestyler.

 by Paul Campbell

Otamatea Repertory Theatre is in the limelight this month, featuring in a new series on TV1. The ORT activities were filmed progressively during 2012 by Greenstone Productions and the resulting six-part documentary series, Showtime, starts on TV1 at 8pm on Wednesday 24th July. The series also features members of an urban-based community theatre group, the Howick Little Theatre. “The series should generate interest in all things theatrical, and hopefully this will benefit theatres throughout New Zealand,” said ORT’s Maura Flower. Meanwhile, the ORT players will open their latest production, ‘Seussical,’ on July 27. ORT’s latest stage extravaganza, Seussical, is based on the timeless characters of Theodore Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. The musical brings in memorable people and creatures from many of the celebrated American author’s works, including the Cat in the Hat, the Lorax, Horton the elephant and many more, woven into a tale about mischief, butter, warfare,

courage and the power of the imagination (among other themes). Geisel was a perfectionist who would sometimes spend over a year crafting a single book, both images and verse. The Otamataea Reper tor y team of talented volunteers have put just as much work into making their rendition of Seussical (a popular Broadway musical, which debuted in 2000, and almost featured Monty Python’s Eric Idle as the Cat in the Hat) a great visual and musical spectacle, with costumes, sets and choreography which would be the envy of many an all-professional theatre company. If any of their previous shows are an indication, tickets will sell out fast,

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Homekills Full service slaughtering & processing of Beef, Sheep, Pigs, Deer, Goats

All Beef aged Salami ~ Bacon ~ Ham ~ Sausages Hamburger Patties Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon, Ham & Salami Over 25 years experience For prompt & professional service contact Wayne or Annette Phone 09 439 2020 • Cell 021 401 934 ruawaihomekills@gmail.com Information Packs Available Covering the Kaipara and Whangarei Regions

Livestock for Sale BREEDING SOWS due to farrow August onwards. To Saddleback, large white & Duroc boars. Phone 09 439 8235.

Grazing Available TINOPAI (CHADWICK RD), 120ha available. Suitable for dairy support or run off. Reticulated water supply. For further details please contact Kate Dalton, 09 430 3162, email taitokerau@tetumupaeroa. co.nz. Expressions of interests close 5pm, Friday 2 August 2013.

To Let DARGAVILLE - MODERN, warm sunny 2 bedroom home. Newly redecorated and fenced. $215p/w. Phone Erica to view on 09 439 0029 or 027 626 9687.

Storage SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Also workshop space available, best rates guaranteed. Phone 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage.co.nz

Nurseries & Plants WHOLESALE PRICES for native plants from Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd. We have a great range of native and coastal tolerant plants available now. Further reductions off wholesale prices for purchases of 50 or more plants, delivery service available. Visit the Nursery at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville on Saturday’s 10am to 4pm or at other times by prior arrangement. Enquiries welcome phone 09 439 4223.

Animal Accomodation

CHIMNEY SWEEPING & services. Is your fire safe? Are you sure? Make sure your chimney is clean for insurance purposes. Its never too early to have your chimney, flue & fire box cleaned, safety checked and repaired for winter. Phone John 09 439 5289 or 022 642 1376. Crawford Solutions. PAINTER, WALLPAPERING. Taking orders now for winter. Crawford Solutions. Phone 09 439 5289 A/H or 022 642 1376. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $385.00 Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

GLASS & GLAZING Phone Ray 09 439 5377

Glass DR

“We’ll fix your pane”

Public Notices

Dargaville ProDuction Stockcar club

AGM July 28th 10am at clubrooms

AGM PAHI REGATTA CLUB

Thursday 25th July 2013 7pm at the Pahi Clubrooms All welcome!

NEED A PLUMBER? THEN CALL THE BEST! Supplies - Repairs - Maintenance. New installations, upgrades & renovations, burst pipes, hot water cylinders, kitchens & bathrooms.

Plumbing and Heating Centre Phone today 09 439 6123

 0800 326 123

102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

Public Notices ACOUSTIC BLACKBOARD Concert now at the Commercial B&B, 75 River Road, Dargaville. Thursday July 4, 7.30 – 10pm (thereafter first Thursday of the month). Performers, listeners – all welcome. $2 entry, $2 raffle, tea and coffee. If you are interested in being part of a Mens singing group, phone Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933. FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service. Advice and complete money management if required. Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592.

Cruises

The 3 Times Better Sale 30%off + upgrade + cash back Selling Fast UNITED TRAVEL GIVES YOU FLYBUYS Call at Dargaville United Travel 87 Victoria Street, Dargaville 09 439 8303 •dargaville@unitedtravel.co.nz

MG BOARDING Kennels, Matakohe. All pets welcome. Dogs $15/night. Cats $8/night. Phone Tom or Jenny 09 431 7368 or 027 285 8944.

ADVERTISE IN THE KAIPARA LIFESTYLER CLASSIFIEDS

09 439 6933 Public Notices

Sale of Liquor Act 1989 – Section 41(3) SOMAL MINHAS LIMITED has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Agency at Dargaville for the variation and renewal of a OFF licence in respect of the premises situated at 1923B, State Highway One, Kaiwaka and known as Kaiwaka Liquor Centre. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Liquor Store. The days on which and the hours during which liquor is sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday 8:00AM to 11:00PM. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Agency at Kaipara District Council offices at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or the Kaiwaka Service Centre, State Highway One, Kaiwaka. Any Person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 10 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Agency at the Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville. This is the second publication of this notice. The first publication was made on the 9th of July 2013.

Read the paper online www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

JULY 16 - 2013

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Dargaville 35 Ranfurly Street

Dargaville 12 Cranley Street

Centre of Town

$215,000

Character Villa

$142,000

Large 3 bedroom family home, separate lounge, wood burner, insulated underfloor and in ceiling. Ramp to front and back door. Good garaging, 1 lockup and 2 carport plus workshop. Easy care section and only a short walk to shops and Schools.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 dargaville.nz@raywhite.com

Good location, centre of town, 3 double bedrooms, extra large lounge with fireplace and heat pump. Double garage with private back yard. Priced to sell. Tenanted at the moment for $240 per week. Now priced to sell.

Open Home Sat 20th July 1.00–2.00pm

Ray White Dargaville

rwdargaville.co.nz/dar20295 09 439 7575

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 dargaville.nz@raywhite.com rwdargaville.co.nz/dar20207 09 439 7575

Ray White Dargaville