Public to share in museum’s vision
It’s one of the most celebrated museums in the nation and a true taonga of Kaipara, but The Kauri Museum …
Dargaville meets to speak out
A town hall meeting has been called in Dargaville to allow residents to articulate their concerns over disaster …
Dargaville High School pupils Hazel Jenyns, Lloyd Chitty, Linda Taungahihifo and Tearepa Repia received Student Volunteer Army service awards …
u by Andy Bryenton
An alliance between the mayors and civic leaders of Northland has been revitalised and upgraded to address the region’s changing needs and send a strong, united message to parliament.
The Northland Forward Together agreement document bears the names of Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson, Far North District Council mayor Moko Tepania, Whangārei District Council mayor Vince Cocurullo, and Northland Regional Council chairman Geoff Crawford, united in what they call ‘one voice’ on regional matters.
‘While considerable progress has been made, there is much still to do; and progress can only be achieved through determined effort and working collaboratively,’ wrote the four civic leaders. They have laid out a programme putting infrastructure, economy, environ-
ment and society to the fore. Big projects top the list: a Brynderwyn bypass and the reopening of the Mangamuka highway, rail to Northport and its development as a container hub, and more local electricity generation, including solar farms and waste-to-energy options, are prominent. Environmental initiatives, such as wetland planting, pest eradication and harbour and catchment protection, are also prioritised.
When the Northland Forward Together documentation was presented to the Kaipara District Council for the approval of elected members, the debate
centred not on whether these were worthy goals, but whether Kaipara was sufficiently represented.
“Whilst the document is overarching and has things in place for all of Northland, it is ‘missing in action’ when it comes to Kaipara,” said councillor Ash Nayyar. “I would like to see some action happening in Kaipara, jointly, as we go forward.”
The vote to adopt the joint document passed, however, with a majority, including mayor Jepson.
“As members, you have the chance to participate, and this is the place to do it,” he said. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
Ventia’s role as the Kaipara District Council’s primary roading contractor finished on Sunday, June 30, though it will continue to work on some projects across the district.
It’s a time of change for the KDC’s roading operations, with phase three of the road and slip repairs necessitated by Cyclone Gabrielle now out to tender. These will now be part of a joint panel of works in collusion with the Whangārei District Council, following a decision late in June to work closely with them, leveraging economies of scale.
The Northland Transportation Alliance’s report to the KDC for July held some surprises, and questions from elected members, above and beyond the business of road repairs.
Councillor Gordon Lambeth asked about indications of a funding cut for the region’s road safety education programme. He noted that the mayor of Whangārei and a councillor from the Far North had both commented on the stoppage of funding for this important work.
It was revealed that the New Zealand Transport Authority, Waka Kotahi, had just last week confirmed that it was reassessing continuous funding for road safety education, and confirmation of funding is likely in September.
Another item of contention was the unresolved status of accusations that a member of the council had abused road workers. This was reported by NTA representatives during a prior briefing.
Councillor Lambeth demanded a resolution, as several councillors had been under public suspicion following the allegations.
KDC chief executive Jason Marris confirmed that an investigation was undertaken, but that it had now come to its conclusion, and mentioned a “difference of opinion” that did not lead to any censure or adjudication. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
It’s one of the most celebrated museums in the nation and a true taonga of Kaipara, but The Kauri Museum is committed to a programme of constant improvement.
This was seen in 2023 with the opening of a major new expansion to the heritage site. Now, a year on, museum director Dr Jason Smith is reaching out to the public to share the next stage of the museum’s vision.
Two public meetings have been announced for July, framing a desire to adapt from visitor feedback, and laying out the fundamentals of a new multimillion-dollar project within the museum.
The first will take place on July 10, at 3.30pm and again at 7pm, to accommodate locals who have busy work schedules. The second meeting will occur on July 24, once again duplicated at 3.30pm and 7pm. They will be hosted at The Kauri Museum.
“After 62 years, The Kauri Museum needs to adjust its direction and what it’s sharing with visitors. What has worked in the past won’t work in the future, so we’ve got to adapt. These presentations are about our change
of direction towards a better future for the museum, the story of the kauri and tourism in Kaipara,” says Dr Smith.
The first meeting will cover the scope of that feedback, what people love about the museum, and what they might like to see improved. The second will focus on The Exit Experience, a major forthcoming new project that will draw on the learnings from those years of evidence.
Everyone is warmly invited to come along and share The Kauri Museum’s vision for the future. ¢
u by Natalie Robinson, WRMK Lawyers
In these trying financial times, small business owners may increasingly find they have customers or suppliers owing them money for goods or services.
Many business owners worry that collecting these debts requires a complicated and expensive court battle. If you have tried the usual reminders, debt payment plans and so on, and still aren’t having success, recovering debts through a legal process can be simpler than you think. There are a number of tools available to recover debts. What is a debt claim?
Imagine you loaned money or sold goods on credit but the customer hasn’t paid. A debt claim is a legal way to recover that money, plus any interest or costs agreed in your contract. Depending on the size of the claim, you will likely bring it to either the disputes tribunal or the District Court, but large debts of more than $350,000 have to start in the High Court.
Who can you claim from?
You can claim from the original debtor (who owes the money) or a guarantor
(someone who promised to repay if the debtor couldn’t).
What evidence do you need?
Usually, a loan agreement, credit agreement or invoices showing the debt and non-payment are enough. These documents should clearly show the customer received the goods or services and hasn’t paid. If you haven’t reviewed your standard terms recently to ensure they provide protection against defaulters, now is a good time to do so.
What happens if you win?
If the court agrees you’re owed money it will issue a judgement ordering the debtor to pay.
What if they still don’t pay?
Even with a judgement, the debtor might not pay. There are several ways to enforce the court order, through the District Court or High Court. These enforcement processes involve several steps, which may include taking funds from wages or
bank accounts, seizing assets or property, placing charging orders on property, or going on to bankruptcy or liquidation. To avoid getting caught short due to insolvent debtors, consider whether guarantors or security is appropriate when the debt is set up.
Are there other options?
For certain industries (like the building industry) and debts from companies, there are a range of other options, which
can short-circuit the debt collection process. That will depend on the specific facts of your case.
Collecting debts doesn’t have to be a mystery. With clear evidence and a straightforward legal process, you can recover what’s rightfully yours.
This article provides general information only. It’s always best to consult a lawyer who specialises in litigation for specific advice on your situation. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
A popular boating amenity on the far eastern reaches of the Kaipara Harbour is under consideration for a substantial upgrade, with plans tabled at a recent council briefing.
“While the reserve is occasionally used, the Rangiora Road boat ramp is the key link between the communities in the wider Kaiwaka area and the waters of the Kaipara Harbour. Use of the boat ramp has grown and is anticipated to grow further,” said KDC infrastructure planner Mark Schreurs.
Now plans are afoot to upgrade the reserve, which the council admits is in an ‘overgrown state’, and ‘experiencing issues with insufficient parking’. A list was tabled, including sealing the road leading to the reserve, creating a turning circle, forming a boat trailer park, installing lighting, installing a public restroom, and forming and then beautifying the reserve.
part of planning these works,” said Mr Schreurs.
u by Andy Bryenton
A town hall meeting has been called in Dargaville to allow residents to articulate their concerns over disaster prevention and rates.
At 5.15pm on July 17, the Dargaville Ratepayers and Residents Association will host an open forum at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club, in the spirit of old-fashioned town hall democracy. The agenda includes flood resilience, siltation, drainage, and the impact of rates rises. The newly formed DR&R group has been vocal in its advocacy for their hometown since being formed just three months ago.
In addition to the well-received idea of unlocking the potential of the KDC-owned asset, councillors were asked to consider a name for the space. Final approval of plans to develop the reserve, and what to call it, will be made late in July at an open council meeting.
“Local residents and mana whenua have been engaged extensively as
“Through this process, the Linnell family have come forward requesting the reserve be named after their ancestor Hubert Linnell, who owned this land prior to it becoming a public reserve. They have consulted with Te Uri o Hau as mana whenua in this area regarding this proposal and have received support.”
The alternative plan discussed was to retain the colloquial name of the reserve, currently used extensively but unofficially, the Rangiora Reserve. ¢
“We were contacted by a group of Mangawhare residents who told us they were concerned about sediment buildup in the river and other maintenance issues like drainage,” says Dargaville Ratepayers and Residents Association spokesperson Rose Dixon.
“Residents expressed concern for a lack of general maintenance, especially of the culverts. So it made sense for us to listen to these people. They’re genuinely worried, and I feel that it’s our responsibility to listen to the concerns of our people.”
Rose says that recent events around New Zealand have highlighted the
importance of providing resilient natural disaster protection.
“We publicised the meeting prior to the flooding in Wairoa (Hawke’s Bay), where residents raised concerns about sediment build-up and a sand bar forming. The issue was not addressed, and then the township flooded. I think what happened there more than validates local concerns.” These concerns have been exacerbated by the response to the disaster in Hawke’s Bay, where mayor Craig Little says that his constituents, already facing a 20 per cent rates rise, cannot afford the tens of millions of dollars needed to recover from this latest flood. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
Otamatea Repertory Theatre is setting sail with a new, entirely locally created production, which explores the life and times of one of the most famous women of the Elizabethan era.
During the times when William Shakespeare’s plays were contemporary, and Queen Elizabeth I ruled Britain, Gráinne O’Malley was a feared pirate and an Irish patriot, feted in the news sheets and pamphlets of the era as a romantic and daring figure. Now, ORT playwright Maura Flower has brought the story of this historic warrior woman to the stage.
“Gráinne was one of the world’s most extraordinary female leaders,” says Maura. “This is the story of her quest for the survival of her people, amongst the social and political upheaval of the times.”
Maura’s Celtic heritage inspired this theatrical exploration of Gráinne’s extraordinary life. She has used her extensive history of involvement with both theatre and music to take this unconventional historical figure off the page and on to the stage, with a full supporting cast of Elizabethan-era rogues, heroes, nobles and common folk.
As depicted in the play, Gráinne O’Malley did communicate with Queen Elizabeth I, though only anecdotal
evidence remains of their personal meeting at Greenwich Palace. History records her battles against the Tudor English invaders of Ireland, though she maintained that many of these fractious lords were operating outside the Queen’s law. She asked, in a letter to Elizabeth, for ‘free liberty during her life to invade with sword and fire all your highness’ enemies wheresoever they are or shall be’. Featuring talented youngsters from around Kaipara, The Pirate Queen will be showing at the Otamatea Repertory Theatre from July 12 to July 21. To book tickets go to ort.org.nz. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
Matariki Friday saw all kinds of celebrations and commemorations of the pivotal day in the Māori celestial calendar, including an afternoon of adventure mixing community fun with modern mythology.
The Warriors Lodge Games Club in Dargaville hosted players from as far away as Maungatūroto and Whangārei, of all ages, getting into some fast and beginner-friendly games of Dungeons & Dragons. It was in aid of another annual celebration, too: Kēmu Whakatau o Aotearoa, Kiwi Role Playing Games Week. This was another event made possible by the support of the Dargaville Arts Association.
“I think Kēmu Whakatau o Aotearoa is something it’s important to support, because not only does it provide enjoyment for everyone, it also promotes our excellent local Kiwi creators,” says Jamie Gray. Jamie sparked inspiration for the event and liaised with the national organisers of the RPG week.
Players solved mysteries, battled monsters, rescued villagers, competed in a mediaeval joust and defeated cunning villains across six tables, led by a group
of experienced local game masters. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, as many participants had never experienced the game before, and were surprised by how easy it was to get into the action. Also taking part were representatives of the newly formed Maungatūroto games club, who were keen to try the tabletop role-playing experience, and perhaps introduce it to their part of Kaipara. Following the success of this event, the Warriors Lodge will soon invite new players to form another adventurer’s group, to augment the three long-term serialised games of Dungeons & Dragons already hosted there. ¢
u by Amy Fifita
Dargaville High School pupils Hazel Jenyns, Lloyd Chitty, Linda Taungahihifo and Tearepa Repia received Student Volunteer Army service awards for their community contributions last Tuesday.
The school recently joined the SVA, and all students received a service award for five or more volunteer hours. The awards are nationally recognised and acknowledge secondary and intermediate students’ contributions to the school and community.
“I am a year 10 student and enjoy sports and school. I received this award for umpiring and coaching Northern Wairoa Netball for more than five hours every Wednesday and Saturday at Sportsville,” said Hazel.
“Without umpires volunteering their time, most teams couldn’t play. I enjoy playing netball and I want to help out the community with my skills and passion.”
Lloyd was recognised for swim coaching among other initiatives, Tearepa for leadership, cultural innovation and marae works, and Linda for her Fiafia nights and Pasifika community involvement. Students can log their volunteering hours and earn different awards, depending on the time served.
Hazel volunteers with Ainslee Lugtigheid. Last month, Northern Wairoa Netball acknowledged the pair and awarded them for their service to the sport. Ainslee says she loves helping children and adults better understand the game and watching them improve.
“People volunteer for us all the time, and we don’t often realise it. I encourage others to contribute because it makes a big difference in the community,” Ainslee said. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
New laws changing how incorporated societies operate are coming into effect soon, and the people who assist local Kaipara sports teams, charities, arts groups and social clubs want to help smooth the transition.
“We’re inviting all incorporated societies and groups that would like to become one to come to this event and find out how to navigate the new rules,” says Sue Curtis of the Dargaville Community Development Board, co-hosting the event. Other participants include Sport Northland, due to the number of sports clubs that are incorporated societies, and Kaipara District Council, the Lottery Grants Board, Foundation North, Volunteering Northland, the Grassroots Trust and the Northland Foundation. Some of these groups provide funding for clubs and societies, while others want to see them flourish and grow through this legislative transition. Hammonds Law will send a representative to help make the process clear and easy.
2025, all such groups must have a new constitution and be registered under new rules, the first such change since 1908. Switching to the new system is easier than it may seem, and experts say that with a good amount of lead-in time, even small community groups should be prepared for the changeover.
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u by Andy Bryenton
It’s the responsibility of the private sector to invest in a wasteto-energy technology plant in Kaipara if one is to exist at all, say councillors.
Northland Forward Together, a collaborative document that posits closer developmental relationships between Northland councils, discusses the future of WtE in the region. However, a report to the June meeting of the Kaipara District Council has closed the door on the KDC investing money in or establishing its own waste incinerator.
Still, the question of whether the KDC would support such a private endeavour, if and when consents are applied for, is still a subject of robust discussion.
“I think it’s an important thing to do, and discussions are still continuing,” said mayor Craig Jepson.
“Let's be realistic, we have a 1.4 million tonnes a year landfill proposed for the headwaters of the Kaipara. In my opinion, we have to look at the effects of that, and look at the effects of modern waste-toenergy. Australia is building its third such plant now.”
“What this has done is got a conversation started, which needs to be had in New Zealand,” said deputy mayor
Jonathan Larsen. He acknowledged the vigorous debate that has occurred in the public between proponents of WtE and those concerned about its impact, and see it as a disincentive to developing a true zero-waste economy.
“There’s a lot of information circulating about issues that have been resolved over the past 30 years,” he opined. “As the mayor has alluded to, with the Dome Valley landfill very much on the verge of happening, there is a lot of opposition to it, but nobody had an alternative.” ¢
u by Paul Campbell
The Northland Regional Council’s Long Term Plan 2024-2034 (LTP) has been formally adopted at a meeting in Dargaville, with the total rates rise for the 2024–25 year at 15.94%, or $81.20 for each annual rates bill.
The LTP’s adoption at the meeting at the Dargaville Museum formally confirms the council's decision to continue funding for emergency and rescue services and regional sporting facilities.
In early discussion on the plan it was proposed that the specific funding be cut as it was suggested that the government should provide services, such as the rescue helicopters and other emergency providers as well as sports contributions, sparking a community reaction opposing the idea.
Chair Geoff Crawford says the vast majority of the almost 2,300 submissions the council received during a month-long public feedback period on its LTP had been from those keen to see the funding continue.
While neither funding falls under the remit of legislative responsibilities for a regional council, councillors have agreed to continue both rates, acknowledging they’re effectively a form of fundraising and an administrative ‘community good’ service on behalf of the community.
Chair Crawford says that the $27.65 a year worth of ‘community good’ rates the
public had requested included, formed the total rates rise. Other new work being funded included biosecurity programmes, flood management, climate action and emergency management.
The newly-adopted LTP is available at nrc.govt.nz/LTP2024. ¢
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As the only Out of School Care and Recreation (OSCAR) accredited provider in Mangawhai, Ka Pai Butterfly owner Anita Nowell saw the need to help families just above the childcare subsidy threshold.
“I'm a qualified early childhood educator and nanny, who was a governess for more than a decade working for royal families in Europe, the Middle East and Asia,” said Anita.
“I've gone from working in palaces, private planes and superyachts, to building my businesses, while choosing to volunteer.”
Using a Mangawhai Community Op Shop grant, Anita secured the Mangawhai Beach School hall as a hub for her free holiday programme, alongside her OSCAR-subsidised programme. Eighty-two per cent of the grant was spent on hall rent, and 18% on children’s resources.
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Dargaville Blue Light had its official building opening last Wednesday with community figures and police officials joining in the celebration of the youth development organisation.
“It is unique to have a dedicated Blue Light facility, and it is fortunate to be the only one in Northland. It is a great space to bring our rangatahi who are getting into trouble, and a place that is not the police station is fantastic,” said District Commander Superintendent Mark Srhoj.
it easier to assist others,” said Senior Constable Reuben Cohen.
“I believe I received the grant because of the strong support from Netball Northern Zone and Mangawhai Beach School, and I am thankful for that. I volunteer heavily at both places, so they endorsed me.”
Anita describes her volunteering as a generational gift inspired by her mother, Phyllis Nowell.
“Mum was a phenomenal volunteer with a huge heart for school and sport, and my 11-year-old daughter, Jessica Nowell, volunteers at school and netball.
“Choosing to help others creates positive change. We love sharing our skillsets and creating the capacity to help, and I encourage others to do the same.”
Anita’s free programme runs from 9am to 3pm on the first week of every term holiday in 2024 and 2025, and the subsidised programme runs from 8am to 5.30pm on weekdays. ¢
“The New Zealand Police and Blue Light relationship goes back a long way and it has developed significantly across the years.”
Previously, the Dargaville branch held offices at the local police station and shared the Dargaville High School gym facility. The new hub has offices and is equipped with gym equipment.
“It is a team effort, and we rely on sponsorship from the likes of the Rapid Relief Trust. They help us help children with a vehicle for driver testing, making
Mark Russell and Horoe Te Tuhi assist teenagers in obtaining driver's licences, and Trent Bradley and Senior Constable Cohen deal with youth justice and mentor children. One success story from this branch is Trey Dick who has been with the organisation for two years.
“I got expelled, and they helped me get back into school; now, I am changing and succeeding. They helped me deal with my anger and motivated me to persevere, and I am thankful to them for supporting me,” Trey said. ¢
Dargaville Town Hall Project –search set to start for lead contractor
Council has approved a procurement plan to appoint a contractor for the Dargaville Town Hall Project. Keen contractors will soon be able to register Expressions of Interest.
The scope for the project is the demolition of the 90s town hall extension, including annex, toilets and commercial kitchen, and an external recladding of the original Town Hall and remaining conference room. The work also includes installing a standalone toilet block to service the town hall and committee room in this first stage. The town hall complex was closed early in 2023 after Cyclone Gabrielle exacerbated longstanding weather-tightness issues, accelerating the building’s deterioration.
If you are keen to register your interest in the lead contract, information on how to do so will soon be available on TenderLink.
Keep an eye out for opportunities for sub-trades to the project. These will also be advertised through TenderLink and local channels, once a lead contractor is engaged.
Queries on the work or applying for the tender can be emailed to: council@kaipara.govt.nz
Funding available
Read more about these funds and apply on our website at kaipara.govt.nz/funding Creative Communities Scheme
Are you an artist, crafter, performer, filmmaker, or creative event organizer in Kaipara District? Your next project could be funded through the Creative Communities Scheme. The scheme provides funding for a wide range of arts activities and both individuals and groups can apply. Applications close 31 July 2024.
Reserve Contributions Fund
The Reserve Contributions Fund supports groups to create, improve and reprioritise how open spaces and reserves are used in our communities. Applications close on 17 July 2024.
In brief
• Wondering what the new poles at Ruawai playground are for? We’re getting ready for new shade sails to be installed closer to summer.
• A combination of the consumer price index and central government increases to the landfill waste levy means costs have increased for blue rubbish bags (RRP $4.30), yellow recycling bags (RRP $2.00) and gate disposal costs at the Dargaville Transfer Station. Find out more on the Kaipara Refuse website.
• NZTA are carrying out slip repairs near the Fonterra factory on SH12 in Maungaturoto. Temporary traffic lights will manage one-way traffic through the work site until early October. These works may create delays of up to five minutes for drivers, please allow extra time when planning your journey.
DUE DATE EXTENDED
Don’t forget to register your dog
Dog registrations can now be renewed for the coming year. We have extended the due date by one month – please make sure your furry friend is up to date by 30 September to avoid penalty fees. Skip the queues and register online at kaipara.govt.nz/annual-dog-registration. If you have concerns about paying on time, contact our Customer Support Team.
Upcoming Council meetings
• Taharoa Domain Governance Committee 10am Tue 9 July, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Coast Road, Dargaville
• Harding Park Committee 1pm Tue 9 July, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Coast Road, Dargaville
• Remuneration and Development Committee (public excluded) 9.30am Thu 11 July, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai
• Raupo Drainage Committee 10am Thu 18 July, Ruawai Tokatoka War Memorial Hall, 25 Ruawai Wharf Road, Ruawai
• Awards and Grants Committee 9.30am Thu 25 July, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai
• Council Meeting 10am Wed 31 July, Tangiteroria Community Complex, 23 Pukehuia Road, Tangiteroria and on YouTube.
Please visit Council’s website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.
Check our website for most up to date information. www.kaipara.govt.nz
Dip into the world of STEAM, arts and games with the TUTU collection. Set your sights on the stars with a telescope, customise your crafting with the Cricut Joy cutting machine, bring your podcast idea to life with the home recording kit or host an outdoor movie night with the projector!
Pop into your local library to browse and borrow, or visit kaipara.kotui.org.nz to see the complete collection and place holds.
Do you have an issue or idea that you’d like to discuss? Make a time to meet with the Mayor Craig Jepson and Deputy Mayor Jonathan Larsen
• 10 July – Village Café, Paparoa
• 15 July – Baylys Beach Community Centre
• 18 July – KDC Dargaville office, Hokianga Road
• 9 August – Tinopai Hall
• 20 August – Tangiteroria Community Complex
• 5 September – Matakohe Museum meeting room Email dtaylor@kaipara.govt.nz or call 027 703 4897 to book.
u by Andy Bryenton
The Department of Conservation has issued a warning for beachgoers as winter brings juvenile seals and little blue penguins ashore.
The kaitiaki of our coastal fauna say that winter is the prime time for seals and penguins to come ashore. A known food shortage this year has prompted calls by DOC for beachgoers to take special care, and to control their dogs around native wildlife. This is especially important for dogfriendly and drivable beaches, such as those west of Dargaville on the Ripiro Coast.
"From June to September we start to see young seals begin to explore their environment, often showing up in unexpected places," says DOC Marine Science adviser Dr Jody Weir.
Last year, seals were spotted in unexpected places, such as the car park of a KFC in Papakura and Bunnings hardware store in Whangārei. In these instances, DOC intervened to relocate the seals safely back to the water.
"Most seals people encounter are healthy, and behaviours like regurgitating, sneezing, coughing or crying are normal,” says Dr Weir. “People should enjoy observing them from a distance
and contact DOC only if they are in immediate danger.”
While penguins are rarer on Kaipara beaches than seals, they can be easily killed by dogs, which may not know how fragile the small birds really are.
“It’s a legal requirement for dog owners to carry a lead in public, even in an off-lead area. Dog owners should also be able to call their dog back straight away, not only to protect wildlife but also to keep their dog safe,” says DOC ranger Leon Everett. ¢
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The Dargaville Club is hosting a family-friendly Hato Hone St John Fundraiser Gig on Sunday, July 14 for $10 between 2pm and 6pm.
“We had a successful fundraiser last month for the rescue helicopter, so we decided we would help some of our local volunteers — St John,” said president Jeffrey Palmer.
Last month, the club raised more than $1,200 with its five-band line-up supporting the Northland Emergency Services Trust.
“St John is one of the most local causes in Dargaville. I have used their services and the rescue helicopter, so I thought they were good causes to start fundraising for.
“We have fantastic musicians and as an offshoot, we have great fundraisers,” said vice-president Stuart Lawrence.
“By doing Sunday entertainment and opening it up, it gathers an opportunity to open the space to the public and tests the environment for more events. We are all volunteers trying to make it work for local acts by giving them a space to play and to develop music in the area.”
Confirmed bands, so far, are Fred Renata and Friends from Maungatūroto, Surprise Package and Rob B with more acts to come. All bands support the Friday Jam Night initiative every second Friday.
“Our usual Friday Jam Night is about locals helping locals, and this is no different. We as a club do what we need to do to keep things ticking along. So come along and enjoy yourself,” president Mr Palmer said. ¢
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Timber is the building material of choice for many Kiwi builds, used for framing, floors, exterior cladding and many more decorative tasks inside the home.
However, it’s still deployed in a way that our ancestors would recognise: sawn from logs into planks and boards, then nailed into place. It’s a tried-andtrue method, but it’s one that’s being questioned by industry innovators, who seek alternatives to try and bust a worldwide housing shortage.
“People can’t find homes, they’re very expensive. We also have an ageing population, so there’s less and less people who are electricians, plumbers or builders,” says Habib Dagher, from the University of Maine, in the northeast US.
Like New Zealand, this part of the world is experiencing a housing squeeze, and like New Zealand, it’s a place that grows a large amount of pine timber. Processing large volumes of wood leads to inevitable wastage, but the University of Maine’s Advanced Structures and Composites Centre (ASCC) has devised a solution.
Printing homes from concrete is a relatively new concept, but it’s happening worldwide, from a whole new 3D-printed
neighbourhood in Austin, Texas, to the world’s biggest 3D-printed structure in Dubai. There are problems, though.
Concrete printers work on-site and can be stalled by bad weather. They can also only print walls, with timber used for everything else. ASCC’s design prints whole houses out of wood.
A normal 3D filament printer lays down tiny dots of plastic, layering them into elaborate and durable shapes. The machine Mr Dagher and his colleagues have crafted uses a filament made up of clear resin and particles of wood, processed from what might otherwise become waste. When the machine, the largest of its kind in the world, gets to work, it creates solid pieces of wood, and not small ones. In 2022, the ASCC unveiled a 55sqm housing module printed in one piece, with external and internal structures all included. Tradies would simply have to add windows, doors, pipes and wires to finish it off.
The machine is not up to full strength yet. A forthcoming next-phase prototype
aims to produce one so-called BioHome3d every 48 hours. The modules are made indoors by the immense printer, and can be trucked out to a site and bolted together to make a large home, or stand alone as a cabin.
While this kind of tech will never replace human builders, it’s a look at a future alternative which could increase building flexibility. It’s also a fine option for a nation with massive timber processing capacity, like New Zealand. ¢
u by Amy Fifita
The winter dampness has begun and the grounds are getting boggy; sometimes, there is no avoiding the mud, so building mudroom lockers may be advantageous.
Mudrooms are buffer spaces for people to cast off their outside clothes and shoes, preventing mud, dust and dampness from entering the comfort of the home. They provide a space to store coats, jackets, shoes and bags, allowing us to be house-ready to enjoy the inner sanctums of the home.
People needn’t much space for one. All that is required for a mudroom locker is a bench and some wall storage space,
which can be easily created with floating cupboards or cubby holes. A mudroom can be installed inside a home or in an outdoor covered area.
As with all things building, start with a design. It is here to decide whether the lockers should have doors or be left open. Benches, clothes hooks or racks and storage space are other considerations in the planning phase. For those new to do-it-yourself projects, plans can also be
found online and measurements can be adjusted to suit the space. Mudroom lockers can also be bought. However, it limits the space and features an owner would have.
After taking measurements, gather the materials and tools needed, and the project can start. Once everything is assembled, make the room homely and store your items.
A bonus to incorporating storage space into a locker design is that seasonal
items can be stored and swapped out in spring and summer. Finishing touches like baskets, cushions, art, pot plants and a durable rug can give the space an added edge, making it a pleasant place to prepare for inside or outside travel.
A waterproof mat may be handy, and is easily cleaned of muddy footprints. With the job done, anyone going through this area can be equipped for the winter weather.
u by Andy Bryenton
Your home’s crowning glory is its roof, and it’s arguably the most important part of the whole structure; without a roof over your head, you’re out in the weather.
New Zealand can provide a challenging environment for roofers, and a real test of the materials they use to keep Kiwi homes weathertight. Northland’s seasons deliver lashing wind and rain, baking hot sun and everything in between, sometimes on the same day. Faced with these natural challenges, and a diverse range of building styles and aesthetic desires from customers, a roofing professional has to be adaptable, experienced and skilled.
Enter the team at Aotearoa Roofing. They’ve been ‘raising the roof’ for customers since 1986, and while fashions have changed since then, what people demand in a roofer has not. Old-fashioned customer-focussed service, quality workmanship and attention to detail have set Aotearoa Roofing in good stead for all those years. Tully Puckey and his team can measure their success in the
number of happy, warm, dry customers they have served.
“We take on jobs of all sizes, with no job too small or too large for our roofing contractors,” says Tully. “We have a passion for customer service, an eye for detail and friendly, helpful service is guaranteed.”
That commitment spans domestic, rural and industrial roofing. A look through Aotearoa
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Roofing’s complete projects reveals everything from massive modern retail sites to farm sheds and garages, modern designer homes and classically restored vintage buildings. Tully and the Aotearoa Roofing team don’t just put new roofs in place, either. They are also the local masters of flashings, spoutings, resurfacing, painting and even insulation. When moss, lichen, wear and tear make a roof drab and draughty, these folks can give it a whole new chapter of life.
Kaipara’s varied roofs, spanning everything from classic long run steel to slate and tile, are familiar territory to Aotearoa Roofing. If it happens up above the ceiling, they have the expertise and the skills to offer timely advice, and get the job done right.
“We have over 25 years of combined experience, so you can be rest assured that your roofing project is safe in our hands,”
says Tully. “We pride ourselves on giving the right advice, offering a high level of customer service and keeping our quotes honest.”
For a top job on top of your home or business, give Aotearoa Roofing a call today. Just like a strong and reliable roof, they’ve got you covered. ¢
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It also allows us to clearly see out into the natural allure of our amazing country without solid walls that confine and act as barriers.
However, one of the long-standing issues around using glass in showers, glass balustrades, windows and pool fences, has been keeping it clean and clear to ensure you can maintain that original crystal-clear vision whenever you look through it.
That’s why Diamond Fusion invented a method for treating glass that earned them the world’s only international patent. With a once-only treatment that lasts for the life of the glass, Diamond Fusion makes the glass surface substantially more resistant to dirt, grime and watermarking, by using two incredibly thin layers that will permanently protect your glass. One creates a barrier against glass damage, while the other caps it off with an easy-to-clean surface.
Of course, this idea is perfect for our Kiwi lifestyle for any windows, showers, glass balustrades, splashbacks and all types of architectural glass. Cutting out the tedium of keeping glass spotless, along with its lifetime warranty, are key reasons for Diamond Fusion’s success here in New Zealand and internationally. The concept arrived in New Zealand in the early 2000s, offering applications in marine, automotive, exterior glass balustrades and even restoration of old glass around the home.
The restoration of old shower glass, and glass balustrades and windows provides massive benefits and saves thousands of dollars in replacing watermarked and damaged glass. Over time, untreated glass can become stained, cloudy and discoloured. Diamond Fusion provides the ability to bring back its crystal-clear former glory, and its professionals are here to assist. They have many years of experience with glass treatment in New Zealand and take pride in their work.
Over the years, many imitators have come and gone, but none have managed to surpass the lifetime warranty-backed results of the
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timely to consider adopting the Diamond Fusion advantage for your glass, saving you time and money in the long run. For existing glass you’d like to see restored to its former glory, give the Diamond Fusion team a call. For the home, batch, boat or car, wherever there’s glass, Diamond Fusion is here to help keep it looking amazing. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
Some may say that the most important human invention was the wheel, while younger generations would swear it was the mobile phone, but builders might opine that the humble nail is what holds society together.
In the earliest days of building, dowels, dovetails, grooves and joints held wooden structures in place. Nails were an invention of the ancient Egyptians, who made them from bronze for temple building, and erect the big scaffolds used to carve their monuments. This all happened five and a half thousand years ago, but the rest of the world did without for much longer.
The oldest building firm still in existence, Japan’s Kongō Gumi company, spent 40 generations perfecting wooden temple construction in this style. Famously, the great temple of King Solomon in Jerusalem was said to have been built with no nails at all; every stone and timber finished perfectly before being assembled on the site.
By Roman times, nails made of iron were commonplace, but they were still made and driven by hand. Blacksmiths poured hot metal into long, square-sided moulds, then clipped off the desired length and hand-hammered the points sharp. Nails were used as currency among the poor of rural Britain in Saxon and
mediaeval times; a silver penny from the year 780 was worth exactly 100 nails.
Modern nails and techniques began with the invention of the wire nail in the Victorian era. This innovation didn’t have building in mind but was a response to the need for pins in the growing clothing trade. Tiny nails were also needed to create cigar boxes and other wooden containers people of that era used instead of plastic containers.
The biggest change in how nails are used came from an unexpected problem, a frustrated engineer and a grandiose dream. The pneumatic nailgun was the invention of Morris Pynoos, who was called upon to build Howard Hughes’ immense wooden aeroplane, the Hercules H-4, otherwise called the Spruce Goose. Conceived as a wager to prove he was the master of aeronautics, the Spruce Goose was the biggest wooden aircraft ever to fly, and building it was a massive challenge.
Morris was tasked with holding the entire huge hull together while the glue that secured it fried. He decided to use
nails to pin the boards in place, but hammering them in by hand would be an impossible task. Inspired by the rivet guns of boatbuilders, he developed an air-
powered gun to fire the nails in. When the glue was dry he pulled each one out, and the immense aircraft was light enough to get off the ground. ¢
u by Andy Bryenton
The government has appointed a panel of respected scientists and academics to investigate biogenic methane and establish a target for reducing its emission to a level consistent with no additional warming.
The biogenic methane cycle is important to calculating New Zealand’s stance on climate change. It’s sometimes been oversimplified or represented poorly. In reality, biogenic methane has complex interactions with the plants grown to sustain livestock, the atmosphere and the wider environment.
A serious deep-dive study has been called for. The government has empanelled Professor David Frame, Dr Sara Mikaloff-Fletcher, Dr Laura Revell and Professor Bill Collins, along with Massey University’s Professor Nicola Shadbolt as chair.
“Cabinet has approved five appointees to the independent ministerial advisory panel, including its chair, Nicola Shadbolt, who in addition to being a former climate change commissioner is a respected farmer, academic and director with extensive governance experience,” said Climate Change Minister Simon Watts.
“The panel’s members are highlyregarded climate and atmospheric scientists with extensive domestic and international experience on climate change and biogenic methane.”
industry advocacy group Beef + Lamb New Zealand.
“The scientific understanding of methane, its warming impact and how it should be dealt with from a policy perspective has evolved over the past few years,” says B+LNZ chairperson, Kate Acland.
“We’ve long argued that the targets should be based on no additional warming and this review will enable New Zealand to take a proper look at what the targets should be. Farmers want to feel confident that targets are underpinned by the appropriate science.“
Agriculture Minister Todd McClay says that the purpose of this research is to do the right thing for the planet and the Kiwi rural economy.
“The government is committed to meeting our climate change obligations without shutting down Kiwi farms. We need to make sure our targets are fair and sustainable,” Mr McClay says.
The panel members bring extensive New Zealand and international scientific experience across atmospheric physics and chemistry, understanding and quantifying greenhouse gas emissions, and climate modelling
They have been tasked with providing advice on what New Zealand’s domestic
2050 biogenic methane target should be, consistent with the principle of no additional warming.
A report will come back to the government by the end of the year. It’s a move welcomed by rural
“New Zealand farmers are some of the world’s most carbon-efficient food producers. It doesn’t make sense to send jobs and production overseas, while less carbon-efficient countries produce the food the world needs.” ¢
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I knowed just wot tha Boss ment, too, ’cos he an’ Sharlene had a few mates and their gerlfrends over for a barbie on Saterday to wotch tha foorty ona widecreen TV ina woolshed. Of course, I made sure to clean up after tha cookin eh?
It startid off with them Poms ana All Blacks havin’ a test match somewear
“Well Dog, that was one hellova weekend eh,” sed tha Boss as we set off ona Big Blue Quod to go ‘round the stock and spect the troffs an’ stuff ya gotta do to keep the farm runnin’. down south. An’ I tell yer wot readas, Boss sed after: “It wasint pretty ter wotch, but we scraped in. That Razor took a bit of a gambil with sum new names I reckin, but not too keen on havin’ refs from obscure places like Geogia or sumwear. We cooda had a three point margin, steda just one, cos he flagged that Damien Mckenzie penatly in front ova posts.”
hava a cupptees ana lie down.” She tapped Boss ona sholder and red in her skoolteecher voice: “Japan has scored a first-ever win over the Māori All Blacks.
Well, Boss gotta reel point there eh readas! Not sure wot he meens about a target tho’. We not rabbit shootin’? But, roll on nek weekend. ¢
Boss is one to “always have a postmortim” sed Sharlene after. But she reckoned that Razor bloke will fix things ina rematch this commin’ Satiday.
“Head coach Ross Filipo had made some changes to his team ahead of the match at Toyota Stadium in Tokyo. But they were not strong enough to catch up to the Japan side and never hit the front at any point in the 80-minute match. The final score was 26–14.”
But Boss reckined it was a double first, too, ’cos them Aussies hada lota new players, and a new coach in Joe Schmidt, too, wen they hada game in Sidney, beeting tha Welsh team by 25–16. Boss says the reel exciting bit was when the Aussie fullback ran the paddick by 68 metres solo in front of 35,945 fans at Allianz Stadium.
But, of course, Boss was less shoutin’ wen he wotched them Springbok blokes knockover the Irish by 27 to 20. “Well, by tha time we gotta play them, our blokes will be much more on to their game, an’ we can regain the number one werld rankin’,” he told Sharlene.
But she was havin’ a look on her lapping top thingy. “Oh Deah,” she sed. “We better
“Well Deah,” seda Boss. “Wot it means we gotta good test season of footy comin’ up over this cold wet blimmin’ wether eh? Something ter look forward to.”
But Sharlene looked atta Boss. “Now Deah, I’m bookin’ the woolshed nek Sunday, ’cos tha Black Ferns gonna take on them Aussie women at Ballymore Stadium, in Brisbane.”
“Deah, don’t wurry,” seda Boss. ”Footy got a target-rich environmint eh? I’ll be there watchin’ with bells on. Them girls have got a reel winnin’ way. And I reckin they worth watchin’ more and more.”
u by Andy Bryenton
The self-driving car concept is one which is on the periphery of public perception in modern times, with stop-start progress towards practicality.
However, autonomous tractors and robotic agricultural machines are a more solid proposition. Working in the fields, far from pedestrians and other traffic, these machines are already out there, and they are touted by many leading companies as an emerging near-future ‘force multiplier’ for large-scale farming.
There’s just one problem, and it’s one which comes directly from the pages of ‘cyberpunk’ fiction. When your nation relies on robot tractors to feed millions, a great way to cause chaos is to target those machines with hackers. If this seems like the stuff of Star Trek, consider how many hacking attempts are deflected from New Zealand each day, from foreign powers, crooks and opportunists. All this, while we are a peaceful nation; destroying the food supply of a country during wartime would be seen as a major coup.
Due to this emerging technology, John Deere plans to host a major Cyber Tractor Challenge event this month, in Des Moines, Iowa. It’s a chance for the next generation of cyber-security geniuses to have a crack at agriculture-focussed embedded technology, in a field which is growing fast.
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“We are excited to host this unique event where selected students will attend an all-expenses-paid week of assessing real John Deere equipment led by experts in the cybersecurity field, learn of our student employment opportunities, and grow their network in a highly competitive field,” said Amelia Wietting, the senior software engineer leading planning for the event.
The event is such a game-changer, and a bellwether for the use of powerful IT and AI tech in farming, that one of the major players in cybersecurity, Karl Heimer of CyberMedical and CyberDrone fame, thought initially that John Deere had engineered the event to snap up the best and brightest minds in cybersecurity and anti-hacking.
“To be completely honest, I was deeply concerned, because I, incorrectly, it turns out, thought that any company starting such an event would hold it too closely, use it as a differentiator for hiring and eventual product development,” said Mr Heimer.
Three years later, and he’s convinced that the tractor giant’s motives are more altruistic. This year, with his input, the
Cyber Tractor Challenge has become its own entity, and other big brands in farming like AGCO and CNH are also participating in Iowa. Ultimately, defending food security from malicious hackers is a win for every farmer, and every company which supports them. ¢
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July
Circus Kumarani FREE School Holiday Programme
Te Kopuru School Hall, 8–12 July for ages 7–18 years. Free thanks to Breakaway Funding. circuskumarani. co.nz/holiday-program.
Creative Korero At the Seed — 9 July, 9.30 to 4pm, 36 Victoria Street. To book a Creative Korero about your creative project please email kaipara@ creativenorthland.com.
Strategic Planning Day for Community Organisations — 13th July, 9.30am to 3.30pm, $50 plus GST per group for VN members or $75 plus GST per group for non-members. Bring the whole board or committee for one price. Walk out with a completed strategic plan.
St John Ambulance Fundraiser Gig — 14th July, musical entertainment at the Dargaville Club, Victoria Street, 2pm to 6pm, $10 per person. The bar will be open and food available. All Welcome.
Circus Kumarani FREE School Holiday Programme Selwyn Park School, 15–19 July for ages 7–18 years. Free thanks to Breakaway Funding. circuskumarani. co.nz/holiday-program.
From HR to ER and everything in between — Management and Admin Support Training, Monday 15 July at the SEED Co-Working Office, 36 Victoria St. Managing an SME, Compliance in the SME World, and Effective Recruitment book for 1, 2, or 3 modules contact 09 402 6111 or email gaylene.harris@rmcnz. co.nz.
Inland Revenue Clinic – Heartland Services — 25th July, free to discuss any IRD enquiries in person at Whanau focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Bookings essential on 09 439 7009 or 021 245 3765. Dargaville Club Jam Night — 26 July, 5pm to 8pm, Dargaville Club, 53–55 Victoria St, contact Stu on 021 124 7194. Bar open, meals available. All Welcome. Rally of Dargaville Tunatahi — 27 July, Parenga St Service Centre. Hot Rod Show, Mr Whippy and Bouncy Castle set up from 9am. Lunch time entertainment from 11.30am. Prize giving at NW Boating Club 7pm. After Rally party at Northern Wairoa Hotel starting at 8pm.
Funding Workshop for Community Organisations — includes information about the Incorporated Societies Act changes. 30 July at Lighthouse Function Centre, Mt Wesley Coast Road, 10am to 3pm. RSVP for catering purposes to helenat@sportnorth.co.nz.
August
155 Community Law – Heartland Services — 1st August, free help with family, employment, criminal, tenancy and consumer law, neighbourly disputes, debts or harassment and bullying at Whanau focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Walk in only 10am–3pm. Any enquiries 09 439 7009 or 021 245 3765.Markets
Kaihu Hall Market — 4th Saturday each month 10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.
Maungaturoto Night Market — 1st Saturday of every month, 4–7pm, 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 — now quarterly 10am–2pm Paparoa Memorial Hall, next market is Sunday 8th December.
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, 9am–1pm 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 meetings
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.
Badminton — For Players 13yo+, Wednesday
evenings 7pm–9pm at Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157
Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — 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 now at Parenga Street (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 Firearm & Military Collectors Club — 3rd Wednesday every second month at Lions Club Hall, Hokianga Road, at 7.30pm. Phone Beau Bryers 021 038 9654.
Dargaville Floral Art Club — 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 — 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. Phone Brian 09 439 5959.
Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years. Thursdays 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 — Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday from 10am to noon. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.
Dargaville Museum — Open 7 days per week. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Phone 09 439 7555.
Dargaville Riverside Taha Awa Garden Trust Join them in overseeing the running of the Garden. Contact Sheena 021 439 157 or email dargavilleriversidegarden@gmail.com.
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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 Tabletop Wargames and RPGs — Games like Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer or other strategy games. Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema.
Dargaville Women’s Group — 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am for morning tea at The Methodist Church, Cnr Awakino Road & Normanby Street, Dargaville. Contact Michelle 09 439 2930.
Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — NW Boating Club, 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.
Housie — Every third Monday of the month at 1.30pm, Dargaville Bowling Club. Janice Allan 027 355 7434.
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.
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.
Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Contact 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.
Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Wednesday and Saturday. 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 5.30pm–7.30pm at Dargaville Dalmatian Hall. Contact Donna 021 729 955.
Lions Club of Ruawai — 3rd Thursday of the month (social) and 1st Thursday of the month (business). Contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.
Lions Dargaville — 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John 09 439 5937.
Maungaturoto AA Meeting — Mondays 7pm at the Holy Trinity Church, 134 Hurndall St East, Maungaturoto. Contact Carolyn 021 828 055.
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 Dargaville Museum, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.
Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka
Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. 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 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.
Paparoa Kids Fun Class — $5. Learning/Music/ Dodge Ball/Limbo, Paparoa Memorial Hall, Every Friday 3–4pm.
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, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.
Pono Lodge Yoga — Tuesday 9.30am. Hatha Yoga with Anisha. Mats, bolsters and blocks available, $20. Contact Anisha 021 301 860 or see our Facebook page.
Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.
Rotary Club of Dargaville — Weekly at 11.30–1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. Men and women. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.
RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.
Ruawai Bowling Club — new members welcome. For info call Alison 027 243 5454.
Ruawai Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.
Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Dalmatian Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634.
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. 9am–10am, $10 per session. Call Tony 022 311 8447.
Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Wednesday 10am–noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm.
Te Kopuru Sewing & Craft Group — Coronation Hall, Norton Street, Te Kopuru every Saturday from 9am–noon. Gold coin koha for the hall. Contact Grace on 021 0858 2455.
Tinopai Craft Group — Mondays from 10.30–1pm at the Tinopai Community Hall. Phone Linda 09 280 9988.
Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.
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ACROSS: 1 Suite, 4 Tilt at windmills, 14 Drain, 15 Mimic, 16 Ridiculous 17 Lance, 19 Elf, 20 Outlook, 21 Diversion, 22 Envied, 25 Bandstand, 27 Desire, 28 Peddle, 33 Formulated, 35 All, 36 Combat, 37 Avid, 39 Era, 41 Gaining, 42 Asylum, 43 Candidate, 44 Merge, 45 Greatest, 50 Ra, 51 Immodest, 55 Spine, 58 Portfolio, 59 Atomic, 60 Stirrup, 61 Eel, 63 Dock, 64 Devoid, 65 Irk, 66 Consonants, 68 Seesaw, 69 Triple, 71 Associate, 76 Factor, 77 Tolerable, 79 Pannier, 81 Due, 84 Disco, 85 Indistinct, 86 Musty, 87 Eerie, 88 Wish you were here, 89 Askew. DOWN: 2 Unique, 3 Trill, 5 Iris, 6 Tuition, 7 Toupee, 8 Irons, 9 Despots, 10 Idle, 11 Lining, 12 Faded, 13 Sniffle, 14 Devised, 18 Condolence, 23 State, 24 Grimace, 26 Ammonia, 27 Dilemma, 29 Deviate, 30 Hot air, 31 Walls, 32 Magnum, 34 Dusk, 36 Carry, 38 Dwelt, 40 Lino, 45 Gaped, 46 Earache, 47 Tofu, 48 Seller, 49 Fired, 50 Realise, 52 Methodical, 53 Dormant, 54 Stunts, 55 Sojourn, 56 Books, 57 Zinc, 62 Union, 67 Bar code, 68 Studied, 70 Proviso, 72 Selfish, 73 Bonsai, 74 Hawser, 75 Beetle, 76 Ferry, 78 Endow, 80 Nouns, 82 Moth, 83 Scar.
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Insert the missing letters to complete ten words — five across the grid and five down. More than one solution may be possible.
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RUBBER TIRED ROLLER, Water Fillable. 3 metre. Shed Store. Good Condition. $5,500 +GST. Phone/Text: 027 499 3887.
SPRING TYNE CULTIVATOR, 3-metre Redback. Shed Stored. Good Condition. $3,500 +GST. Phone/Text: 027 499 3887.
SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
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.
On account of the Estate of Derek Morgan and Derek Morgan Limited 17th of July 2024 at 116 Beach Rd, Dargaville at 12pm (noon)
Viewing, tea & coffee and registration from 9am on the day Eftpos available, no buyers premium Enquiries to Carol Morgan 027 324 5210
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
- New Coloursteel roofing 2 x 5M — dark red
- Fencing and water spares
FIREWOOD — dry hot mix $110/m³, delivered free to Dargaville & surrounding areas. Phone or txt Henry 021 734 906.
FENCING, ALL types of fencing, pool, stockyards, post & rail, boundary plus… call Jeff 027 476 5458.
MUSTERING
Portable Yards Available Phone Kerry Coulter 027
GOT2GO PLANTS returns to normal days & hours this week with shelter and landscaping trees from $1–$8. Pittosporum Karo $1–$4, Pittosporum Tenuifolium $1–$4. Got2Go Plants is open Tuesday to Saturday. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. EFTPOS is now available. Internet transfers or cash. 09 439 5556/027 488 3400.
1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
SECURITY
SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
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.
TRADES & SERVICES
CARPET CLEANING, repairs, re-stretching, and patching. Flood drying and small carpet laying work and upholstery cleaning. Very fussy and reasonable prices. Phone Darren, Alltrades Carpet Services 0800 425 587 or 027 286 8584.
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Nursing
Do you have what we are looking for?
• Hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Have previous practice nurse experience (desirable)
• MUST Be eligible to work in New Zealand
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be willing to learn
• A team player
SINGLE? OVER 40? Meet other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself. Dine out ‘Dinner for Six’. Phone 021 639 552.
TE KOROWAI O IHU KARAITI MINISTRIES at the Church of the Nazarene, 4 Grey Street, Dargaville. Church service Sundays at 10.30am. Weekly except for school holidays: Maranga Mai, Wednesdays at 10.30am. Legacy/Man Up, Wednesdays from 6.30pm–8.30pm. Contact 021 136 5253 or tekorowai.ihu@gmail.com. FIREWOOD
24 HOUR EMERGENCY call-out plumbing service. Contact James 021 0263 9558, Plumb Hub Northland Ltd. Servicing Hikurangi to Mangawhai.
• Have a genuine passion for improving health outcomes for patients and an understanding of Maori health issues, ensuring our commitment to honouring Tiriti o Waitangi
We encourage applications irrespective of race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Closing date 1st August 2024
Please send a covering letter and your CV to: Dallas Taylor: dallas@dargavilledocs.co.nz
Closing date for classified advertising for the July 16 2024 edition is Monday, July 15 2024
We wish to appoint Painter/Labourer for a fixed term period of six months with the possibility of this extending.
Please send a C.V, and covering letter to Dargaville High School, Plunket Street, Dargaville or email to office@darghigh.school.nz
All queries to Logan Pocklington (Caretaker) on 021 156 2410 or housing@darghigh.school.nz
Closing date: 24/07/2024
COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY TEAM LEADER/MANAGER
We are seeking an enthusiastic team member to help manage and operate our busy Commercial Laundry. The successful applicant will have the following qualities:
• A cheerful disposition and an ability to build positive relationships with our staff & customers.
• Punctual and reliable.
• Excellent accuracy & attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Fit and able.
• Quick to learn new skills.
• A positive, can-do attitude.
Previous leadership experience would be great but not essential. Supervisory/management role possible for suitable applicant. Competitive remuneration relevant to experience, qualifications or skills applicable.
This position is 35-40hrs per week. Please send your Curriculum Vitae, cover letter and references to apparelmasterkaipara@gmail.com.
ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — Resuming after the winter - next concert is the 5th of September 2024, first Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm. Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.
CHESS CLUB, All welcome, Wednesdays 6.30pm, gold coin donation. Phone Stephen 09 439 8819.
DARGAVILLE HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.
NORTHERN WAIROA Boating Club Sunday roast $25. Bookings essential, phone 021 0824 6713.
WE MUST save Dargaville from future flooding. Maybe drop old car bodies into the river to trap silt, form an artificial mud bank 20 metres wide, build that up with dredgings, and reinforce it with willows and poplars. Raise money with a Dargaville lottery every week starting now. Charge $100 per car used. Lance Bullock, PO Box 196, Dargaville 0340.
Dargaville
Dalmatian Cultural Club
Sunday 14th
July 6:30pm 20 Normanby Street. All welcome.
DONNELLYS CROSSING COMMUNITY GROUP (DCCG)
Rearranged our AGM to Wednesday July 17th, 2024 at Len’s place. Starting at 7pm.
AWA WHANUI
To be held at the Big River FM, The Old Dairy Factory, 6 Liverpool Street. All Welcome. 5.30pm Tuesday 9th July, 2024 All enquiries: Rick 021 468 768
CLARK, Heather Nolene (Nee Peterson, Heta)
Sadly, passed away 2 July 2024
Much loved daughter of Nolene and the late Cyril Peterson of Dargaville, loving sister to; Robbie and Jeananne (Minganui), Gail and Rex (Nelson), Janice and Sid (Dargaville), Tom and Natalie (Bribe Island), Penny and the late Wayne (Whangarei), and Lance and Joanne (Napier). Aunty and Great Aunty to many. Simply blessed to have you in our lives our daughter and sister.
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• We have a database of existing and new clients
• We have excellent prospecting tools
• You will earn retainer plus commission on all sales and any re orders
• Full training is provided
• There is no limit to what you can earn.
• Accounts administration
• Monthly reporting
Kaipara District Council Proposed Temporary Road Closure
Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that they will temporarily close the following roads on the day and at the times below for the purpose of holding the inaugural Rally of Dargaville-Tunatahi.
Saturday 27th July, 2024
Roads to be closed for the use as the Rally HQ service centre and public events6:00am until 7:00pm
• Totara Street- full closure
• Hokianga Road (residents and business owners access only between Totara and Victoria Streets)
• Kapia Street (residents and business owners access only between Totara and Victoria Streets).
• Appointment of reviewer Light refreshment provided. All Welcome Contact Kaye 021 063 7557 or email tekopuruswimmingclub@gmail.com THIS ROLE HAS MANY ADVANTAGES:
Road Closures and times to be used for the Rally Stages as follows.
• Waihue Road from Maropiu Settlement Road to the sealed intersection of Waimata Road7:45am to 12:30pm
• Opanake Road between Waihue Road and Parore Road - 7:45am to 12:30pm
• Tokatoka Road, Dreadon Road, Ringrose Road, Rehia Road, Shirley Road - 11:30am to 5:00pm. Restricted access. Access for residents and local traffic only by prior arrangement.
• Greenhill Road, Access Road, Oparakau Road, Parahi Outlet Road, Parahi Road from Birch Road to Oparakau Road – 12:00pm to 5:30pm. Access for residents and local traffic only by prior arrangement.
Further information, if required, relating to this temporary road closure can be obtained from the Customers Services Team, Kaipara District Council.
Kaipara District Council
KAIPARA DISTRICT COUNCIL DECISION ON PRIVATE PLAN CHANGE 83 THE RISE LIMITED to the OPERATIVE DISTRICT PLAN
Kaipara District Council gives notice that it has, based on recommendations by the Hearing Panel, made its decision at the Council Meeting on 26 June 2024 to approve the Private Plan Change 83 application.
The purpose of this private plan change is: To rezone 56.9ha of land at Cove Road and Mangawhai Heads Road from a Rural Zone to a Residential Zone, including consequential amendments to the Operative District Plan (ODP);
The creation of a Precinct over top of the Residentially Zoned land with core provisions that, to protect ecological features, promote high-quality urban design, provide open space and connectivity; and To make any necessary consequential amendments to the ODP provisions.
The decision on the private plan change can be found:
1. On this webpage: www.kaipara.govt.nz/the-rise (then click on Process for Review and scroll to the bottom of the page) or
2. Kaipara District Council Office at 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or
3. Kaipara District Council Office at 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or
4. Via computer access to the webpage above at any public library in Kaipara that has computers available for public use.
The Notice of the Decision has been served on every person who submitted to the private plan change and those parties entitled to lodge an appeal to the Environmental Court must lodge their appeal within 30 working days of receipt of the decision.
This notice is given pursuant to Clause 10 of the First Schedule of the Resource Management Act 1991.
Authorised by J E Marris Chief Executive
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