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“I find it incomprehensible that a democratically elected council, in conjunction with its executive team, could decide to increase the cost of a major infrastructure project by approximately $22.1 million without consulting with its constituents; namely, the ratepayers who were to pay for it.” — Justice Paul Heath (for full court decision go to www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz)
Mixed outcomes for Mangawhai in court decision
Unsung hero recognised for community service
u by Colin Patterson
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Ruawai family gives back
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A question of community
Maungaturoto Residents Association are preparing for a busy month this June …
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Mangawhai residents who took legal action against the Kaipara District Council have won their battle, with a High Court justice saying council decisions to go ahead with the community’s EcoCare sewerage scheme were illegal. But in a major victory for the council, Justice Paul Heath also ruled that rates levied by the council to recover the scheme’s costs are valid because Parliament passed validating legislation. Justice Heath decided the scheme’s complex financing arrangements are protected transactions under the Local Government Act and are therefore lawful, although council resolutions that led to them are not. Kaipara District Council commission chair John Robertson says the council never disputed that it breached the law when it went ahead with EcoCare in 2005 — and when it raised rates to deal with cost blowouts on subsequent occasions. “However, it was always the view of the commissioners that the debt was enforceable and that council had a legal obligation to repay the debt. The court has agreed with this view and I hope it is now crystal clear to everyone, so that as a district, Kaipara can move forward.” “We now hope that this matter can be put to rest and that those people still withholding rates will realise their
p Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association chairman Bruce Rogan
p Kaipara District Council commission chair John Robertson
position is simply not legal, nor is it fair on the rest of the district.” However, Justice Heath suggested the council look at options for repaying the debt, other than raising rates for Mangawhai ratepayers. Mr Robertson says the council is already spreading one-third of the debt across the district, and is looking at recovering costs from other parties, such as Audit New Zealand and former councillors and council managers. “All potential areas are being explored. We’re continuing to receive
advice and expect an announcement within two or three months.” Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association chairman Bruce Rogan says the decision is not unexpected. He says the more than 1000 members of the association who have been withholding rates will now pay up. Justice Heath awarded cost in favour of the Mangawhai residents which Mr Rogan says are likely to total $250,000. Justice Heath also ordered a telephone conference with the parties on or after June 20 to discuss the next steps in the case. ¢
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p The weekend’s weather was hardly ideal but that didn’t stop Rural Women New Zealand holding its Top of the North Picnic on Sunday. The Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club proved an ideal venue, with space to accommodate picnickers whenever showers forced them indoors. Unfortunately, the weather meant a lower turnout than expected, although those who came — especially the younger ones — had a good time. Among the most popular events were the egg and spoon and sack races, and the gumboot and horseshoe throws. Prizes were handed out for colouring, photo and sconemaking competitions. The day ended with Pam Parkinson reciting some of her poems.
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The monster created in the 1950s returns as alien predators threaten the Earth. Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Juliette Binoche and Breaking Bad’s Byran Cranston, Godzilla’s spectacular action sequences will leave you on the edge of your seat.
Belle
Belle is the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle, the illegitimate mixed-race daughter of Admiral Sir John Lindsay who is raised by her great uncle Lord Mansfield. Even though she grows up in a lifestyle of privilege and wealth, her skin colour means she is not accepted in society.
Only Lovers Left Alive
A darkly romantic tale of love, loss and angst which puts a traditionally gothic spin on the concept of immortal romance. Adam and Eve are two centuries-old vampires, renewing their tempestuous relationship after a long time apart. He’s a goth musician in the rotten heart of Detroit; she a writer in the bustling decay of Tangier. Their story is one which puts the likes of Twilight in the shade - literally!
The Other Woman
When three lovely ladies find out that the same suave guy has been dating them all, they make a plan for revenge. Brought together by infidelity, they nevertheless develop a strong friendship, at the same time uncovering their cheating beau’s dodgy business deals. Romantic comedy with a twist, featuring Cameron Diaz and Kate Upton.
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The Grand Budapest Hotel
An elegantly crafted tale of a grand old Victorian era hotel, trading on its fading opulence and catering to an eccentric group of guests in the tumultuous era between World Wars. With a stellar cast, this is by turns a raunchy, funny, touching and melancholy story well worth a watch.
Transcendence
Johnny Depp plays a brilliant computer scientist who must turn to his own amazing discoveries to save what remains of his life. Uploaded into the net, he becomes the world’s first artificial intelligence, with far-reaching consequences for both himself, and the meaning of the human mind and soul. A thrilling and thought-provoking ‘cyberpunk’ tale.
p Hakaru RSA recently held a dinner to honour its remaining Second World War veterans. Hakaru RSA president Bill Kerr says RSAs throughout New Zealand have arranged portrait photographs of all remaining Second World War veterans. These portraits will be held in the National Archives. Of the 150,000 servicemen and women who left our shores only 3000 remain. Following their portrait session, the Hakaru RSA arranged a formal dinner to honour its veterans. Pictured from left are Dallas Toye, David Small, Ronald Piaggi and John Kelly.
A date with Daisy
Maleficent
Angelina Jolie plays the wicked sorceress-queen in this dark retelling of 1959’s animated epic ‘Sleeping Beauty’. Enter the heart of darkness and discover what turned the heart of this beguiling villainess to stone - sealing the fate of a kingdom and forever changing the life of one young princess.
Grace of Monaco
From a fairytale of the imagination to one in real life - the glittering saga of Grace Kelly, the movie star who became a real princess when she married the ruler of the tiny, opulent principality of Monaco, home of the Grand Prix racing circuit. Set in the 1960s, this dramatic story features a wealth of style and glamour
p Sue Taylor from the Visitor Information Centre, Dargaville and the Kauri Coast, took this picture of Daisy cruising last Wednesday, May 28. The photo of the Historic River Cruise was taken from the balcony of the Commercial Hotel Bed & Breakfast.
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Unsung hero recognised for community service u by Colin Patterson
Colin Finlayson enjoys going under the radar. asked him what buildings he had helped build.“ It is an impressive list that includes the Catholic Church, the building that now houses Shiraz restaurant, Munn’s Flooring Extra, Allied Farmers and — most appropriately — the Lighthouse Function Centre, where he received his award. He was also involved in helping to erect the Rainbow Warrior masts on Harding Park. Mr Finlayson’s community involvement started when he became a Jaycee. “I was at a meeting when Roger Gillett came and mooted an idea. It was the Field Days.” Mr Finlayson got involved in the first event in 1985 — ‘it was rained out’ — and has been there ever since. Mrs Finlayson says her husband is always willing to help his stepchildren and step-grandchildren by repairing cars and washing machines. He also lends his lighting gear to Dargaville Little Theatre, the fishing club and the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club. ¢
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Redhill rescued — now the work begins u by Joanne Speechly
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For decades the quietly spoken Dargaville man has been helping the local community in a myriad of ways. Until now he has received little recognition. That all changed last Wednesday when the Rotary Club of Dargaville presented him with a Community Service Award. Rotary president Margaret Bishop described Mr Finlayson as a quiet man, well known in Dargaville, softly spoken, with a smile and a pleasant demeanour. “He beavers away in the background. As an individual he’s a patient person and a real man, willing to show compassion when it’s needed.” After receiving his award Mr Finlayson said he was humbled and had no idea what was coming. Mr Finlayson’s wife Jenny was in on the subterfuge, having been given the task of doing some research. “I found out all the info without telling him what it was for. I took him for a walk around Dargaville and
p Dargaville man Colin Finlayson receives his community service award from Rotary president Margaret Bishop
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The Methodist Church of New Zealand will retain ownership of Redhill Youth Camp and interested parties will work towards restoring the facility. A meeting to consider the camp’s future was well attended by about 35 people who voted, almost unanimously, to revive the camp and its committee. “I was very pleased with the impressive community response, because getting the camp up and going again will be a community effort,” said Methodist Church of NZ Northland area superintendent, Rowan Smiley. “Several people have expressed an interest in forming a new financial committee and we have received offers of support from various community organisations, including Christian Camping New Zealand.” Established in the 1950s, Redhill Youth Camp has long been a popular
destination for youth groups but a lack of interest in recent years, led to the camp’s closure. Rowan said a fair bit of work is needed to restore the camp but the wide range of support offered means that the future looks promising. Rev Kuli Fisi’iahi of the Dargaville Methodist Parish said if more people can offer their support, they are welcome to come onboard. “Any help will be appreciated — more people, means more ideas and a greater collective effort.” A meeting to establish a new steering committee for Redhill Youth Camp will be held at Dargaville Methodist Church on Monday, June 9, at 7pm. ¢
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Dargaville can do it.” Former mayor Sammy Green created this catchphrase many years ago and we urge the town to re-embrace it and make this years Christmas Parade really memorable. Dargaville and Northern Wairoa Lions clubs put considerable effort and funding into organising the parade and an enthusiastic crowd turns out to enjoy it. Unfortunately, last years didn’t do either the organisers or spectators justice, having only six floats to be judged plus another four representing various organisations. We were lucky to have an excellent and very popular visiting Tongan band to lead the parade and keep the well behaved crowd entertained. In fact Dargaville was put to shame by parades in much smaller Kaipara communities. We want to continue to run the parade which we see as an important
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A new prescription of the green variety has given John Macdonald a new lease on life. “I have mobility and dexterity and I’m able to do the things I couldn’t do before,” says John, whose health and fitness has gone from strength to strength, since being referred to Green Prescription. Already a regular walker, John added in a daily routine of at-home strength exercises after meeting with Green Prescription suppor t person, Mark Burkill. He noticed a marked improvement in strength and flexibility and physical tasks became much easier. John admits that p John Macdonald has a full glass of health, thanks in part motivation is the biggest to his daily vegetable juice barrier he faces but seeing “I wish him all the best with his changes is exciting and the biggest motivator is having a friend to walk with exercise, diet and the new projects that he has taken on,” says Mark. each day. “Having a walk mate is the biggest “He now has a more positive outlook guilt trip you can put on yourself. Line up on life.” Green Prescriptions are a script with someone that has the same hangfor physical activity, which aim to ups as you, its mutual support.” Diet has also been another big improve a patient’s health and change for John. He has added more lifestyle. Enquire about a Green vegetables, makes vegetable juice for Prescription with your doctor, practice lunch and has cut out his weekly fast nurse or phone 0800 ACTIVE (0800 228 483). ¢ food habit.
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community event. The number of people who line the street each year suggest the public see it the same way. We are already planning this years parade on December 6 with the theme “A Fairytale Christmas”. There will again be $1000 in prizes and we are also looking for other ways to ensure an exciting event, including the possibility of bringing the Tongan band back. But we need people to take part if we are to get back to the exciting parades we enjoyed in past years. Don’t sit back and leave it to someone else. Find some enthusiasm, make some time, release your creative talents and come to the party. If you have some ideas as to how the parade can be improved, come and talk to us about them. At the end of the day, it’s your parade and only you can ensure its success and future. Noel Moran (Address Supplied)
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Keeping to traditional values u by Joanne Speechly
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This month, NorthSouth Multi Media launches its new brand — Integrity Community Media. The Dargaville-based business publishes two community and five rural newspapers and the new brand aims to highlight the common set of core values these publications share. Kaipara Lifestyler readers will today be the first to see the newly unveiled logo. “Integrity means a firm adherence to a code of values — that’s the dictionary definition of the word and it truly reflects the aspirations and intentions that are fundamental to NorthSouth Multi Media publications,” says managing director, Allan Mortensen. “Integrity is something we believe our readers and advertisers expect and something we as a company aspire to every day. In today’s world of the
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Residents of Te Kopuru are being asked for their views on how their settlement should develop and move forward. A number of community meetings have already been held. Residents in Tinopai were concerned about their wharf, while in Baylys Beach the big issue was access to Ripiro Beach. Ms Ware says the meeting is locally driven, so the members community — and not the commissioners — will decide what issues will be discussed. The meeting is at the Southern Rugby Club on Pouto Rd and starts at 6pm. ¢
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Kaipara District Council commissioners will be in Te Kopuru for a public meeting on Monday June 9. Council spokeswoman Barbara Ware says the meeting is part of its community planning initiative in which it asks communities for their views on what is important for them. “We ask ‘what is important to you? What are your priorities? How can council help you?’”
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Pixie bound for Oz u by Joanne Speechly
A leading role in Otamatea Repertory Theatre’s upcoming production has been announced.
Community happy with land sales decision u by Colin Patterson
A prominent Mangawhai community leader is relieved that Kaipara District Council has backed off proposals to sell what it considered to be non-strategic land in the town.
p Charlotte Thurgood, Kayla Joyce and Brianna Thurgood, with the placid Pixie
The popular story, adapted from Frank L Baum’s book tells the story of Dorothy and Toto who are whisked away to the magical Land of Oz after a tornado rips through Kansas. The duo follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow, who needs a brain, a Tin Man, missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion, who wants courage. The wellknown score includes some of the best loved songs in musical theatre. The Wizard of Oz will open for an eight-show season on July 12 at the Maungaturoto theatre. Tickets will be available online at www.ort.org.nz or at Tony’s Lotto Shop in Maungaturoto. ¢
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Pixie is to play the part of Toto, Dorothy’s four-legged friend in The Wizard of Oz. Thespians Brianna and Charlotte Thurgood suggested that Pixie could try out as Toto and so far, she seems to be taking it in her stride. Director, Peter Flower says, “She is a placid little dog and just perfect for the pivotal role of Toto.” Fourteen year old Kayla Joyce of Maungaturoto will play Dorothy in her first leading role in a major musical. She brings with her a great deal of experience from previous ORT shows, Annie, Oliver and various pantomimes.
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The proposals resulted in scores of angr y submissions to the council’s draft Annual Plan and a protest march when commissioners came to hear oral submissions. At last week’s council meeting, commissioners John Robertson, Richard Booth and Peter Winder backed off the proposal, saying the council needed a more consistent policy on land sales. Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association chairman Bruce Rogan says the decision is common sense. “The council listened to the chorus of opposition across the whole community.” However, he says the commissioners should have gone further. “I would have preferred them to have abandoned the whole process of disposal of land assets.” At last week’s meeting Mr Winder noted an inconsistency in that land owned by council is often treated as a reserve under the Reserves Act, even if it isn’t. “If it is functionally held as a reserve and the community believes that it is, then it needs to be treated as such. But if it is genuinely surplus it could — and should — be sold to reduce our debt.” Chief executive Steve
Ruru agreed that some of the properties should be declared reserves. He noted that the council’s investment policy said it should only own land where doing so helps achieve the council’s strategic objectives. “If land is held as a reserve then it is achieving a strategic objective of the council.” Commissioners voted to defer the proposed sales, plus the sale of another property on Eveline St that had been declared surplus in 2010. They then asked officers to develop a standard land disposal policy and procedures. ¢
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The inaugural Fosters Ladies’ Night will take its inspiration from top department stores in the US and UK, which offer their guests a chance to mix and mingle with wine and nibbles, while checking out the very latest trends in interior decorating, colour and style. The exclusive evening will include a massive prize package courtesy of Maxwell & Williams, spot prizes, specials and p The team at Fosters welcome you to join them for their inaugural Ladies Night on June 12 discounts. The new homeware and furnishing displays will success. It promises to be an evening make this a night of not only fun, but of inspiration and entertainment — a also a showcase of exciting new trends little bit of upmarket Ponsonby chic in the world of interior decorating. for Dargaville. All ladies who pre-purchase their Winter is the season to ‘nest’ so tickets will receive a goodie bag. Maxwell get inspired and make your home both & Williams will also be launching a new stylish and cosy. product, to celebrate their Dargaville To book and prepay your tickets, debut, there will be plenty of Maxwell & phone Fosters on 09 439 8266 or call Williams available at half price. into their Victoria Street store and can The Fosters Home Decorating team sign up to win their gorgeous Maxwell are keen to make Ladies Night an and Williams $800 ‘table makeover’ annual event, so help them make it a prize pack. ¢
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For Eloise Barlow and her family, Ronald McDonald House became a home away from home when son, Elijah, required specialist medical care in Auckland. The Ruawai family stayed at Ronald McDonald House (RMH) for more than six weeks and are now giving back by collecting in Ronald McDonald Houses’ National Street Appeal. The appeal aims to raise much needed awareness and funds to support families who have a sick child in hospital. Eloise and Adam Barlow have organised mufti days at Ruawai Primary and p Eloise, with Israel, and Adam, with Elijah: The Barlow family of Ruawai will be collecting in Ronald McDonald Houses’ Ruawai College to collect National Street Appeal money for the national appeal. The couple and three year old nothing in return. All your day-to-day son, Israel, will also be fundraising worries are taken care of so you can in Ruawai township and visiting local focus on your child,” says Eloise. “If you businesses on Monday, June 9. have ever thought about donating to a In 2013, New Zealand’s three worthy cause, RMH is it.” Ronald McDonald Houses in Elijah was flown from Whangarei Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch Hospital to Auckland hours after he was provided a ‘home away from home’ born. After two visits to Auckland, Elijah for more than 3,600 of New Zealand’s passed away at home at 15-months-old. The national street appeal takes families. Last year, RMH looked after 285 families from the Northland place on Friday, June 6, so keep an eye out for collectors in your area, visit www. region alone. “In our moment of need, RMH ronaldmcdonaldhouse.org.nz/donate or was there with open arms expecting call into your local ASB branch. ¢
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At a special Council meeting of the last week, Commissioners considered the points made by the 541 submissions to the Draft Annual Plan for the financial year beginning on 1 July 2014. To those who submitted, thank you. This is the second year that Council has engaged in this process under the governance of Commissioners, who found it a very helpful exercise. As a result of the submissions, a number of changes to the Draft Annual Plan earlier proposed have been made. The final Annual Plan will be adopted at the next Council meeting on Tuesday 24 June 2014. Little change is expected between that decided last week and that which will be considered on 24 June. Of note are the following. 1. Council will be rating for an overall increase in revenue sourced from rates of 2.5 per cent. This will flow through to the changes that ratepayers will see in their rates notices. However, it is important to realise also that an average rates increase is just that. It is an average. Your property may receive a rates increase above or below this figure. Rates are made up of several elements, including a land rate and several “network” rates, like stormwater, wastewater and water. Commissioners heard the many calls from submitters to hold rates down to only service the “core” business of Council. 2. Some ratepayers, particularly in Te Kopuru, are facing a higher than average rates increase because of the way the operating costs on their wastewater scheme are being changed. Where these (and other) ratepayers are facing extreme financial hardship, Council will assist by way of promoting the Government’s Rates Rebate Scheme, and where this alone is insufficient, a Council “Rates Remission: Extreme Financial Hardship” Policy. Commissioners held meetings around Kaipara. We heard from
a number of ratepayers of the particular challenges that they were facing. The Extreme Financial Hardship Policy will enable those in the most difficult of financial circumstances to be assisted. 3. The costs of maintaining community halls has been a contentious issue for some time. A decision of previous Councils to hand over the community halls to the communities in which they sit has largely been implemented, but many hall committees are now finding the costs of servicing these halls beyond them. To assist with this Commissioners have adopted a policy that Council will cover both the rates and the insurance costs of all halls, effective 1 July 2014. Commissioners acknowledge the considerable efforts put in by hall committees to maintain local halls. By relieving the committees of these two costs, some financial pressure will be removed. 4. Residents have noted that some of our parks used extensively by young people for sporting and playground activity need attention. Memorial Park in Dargaville and Mangawhai Park need toilet facilities. Selwyn Park in Dargaville and Mangawhai Domain need drainage improvements. Commissioners have resolved to add toilet facilities at both Memorial and Mangawhai Parks, and additionally changing rooms at Memorial Park. Drainage work will be undertaken at both Selwyn Park and Mangawhai Domain. There were many requests from individual community organisations for financial assistance. As Commissioners did last year, we have had to continue to maintain tight disciplines on Council expenditure, for every dollar granted out requires an extra dollar to be rated. Those organisations for which we have declined to make grants all add great value to our District. We acknowledge you for the services that you provide.
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Liz Holsted, co-founder of the Zonta group of Mangawhai, has been selected as the Area 1 Director for the 2014-16 biennium. Liz established Mangawhai’s first Zonta group in 2010 after finding that she missed the camaraderie and spirit of her North Shore group. She moved on from club president in 2012 to become the district conference chair for 2013. “I am passionate about the ideals of Zonta and the progress that can be made on so many fronts when an international group of women work towards one goal — the advancement of the status of women globally through service and advocacy,” says Liz. “After 10 years, it still excites me that as an organisation, we make such a difference to the lives of so many women and children at a local, national and international level.” In her new role, Liz will work with nine clubs north of Auckland and looks forward to visiting them all over the next two years. She would also like thank the Zonta Club of Mangawhai for their support and enthusiasm. The next major event for the Mangawhai club is a fundraiser, which will help send a young woman on a
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An approach for a licence to operate a retail liquor outlet in Paparoa has been referred back to the applicants after overwhelming opposition from residents in the town and its environs. “Submissions on the matter closed on May the 15 and 49 submissions were received, all of them opposed to the premises,” said Kaipara District Council corporate services manager, Barbara Ware. “One submission contained 454 signatures on a petition against, and the result has now been referred back to the applicants, to see if they wish to proceed any further.” Sources close to those opposed to the licence say they believe the application “is dead in the water. Even if the applicants appeal and try and convince us and the town, I cannot see anyone changing their mind,” said one signatory who asked not to be named.
The petition and accompanying submissions went before the District Licensing Committee, after the applicant sought approval to operate the main street liquor store seven days a week from 9am to 10pm, and notification was advertised by the Kaipara District Council. However, local community groups said nearby Maungaturoto already had a liquor store just 10 minutes away, and Paparoa already had the hotel as well as the Paparoa Store with wine and beer sales, and a licensed restaurant, the Cruiser Cafe. Another cause for objection was the proposed outlet lying opposite the children’s playground. ¢
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A question of community u by Joanne Speechly
Maungaturoto Residents Association are preparing for a busy month this June, continuing the town’s beautification project, fundraising and welcoming newcomers to the district. The month’s activities will commence this Friday with the popular night market at the Centennial Hall, from 4pm. Stall numbers are almost to capacity and there is a wide variety of local produce and crafts on offer. The following Saturday, June 14, the association will host a working bee from 9am to continue beautification work in the town centre and on Saturday evening, from 6.30pm, the annual quiz night hopes to entice the community out for a funfilled fundraising evening. Association secretary p Maungaturoto Residents Association committee members Diana Moore, Terri Donaldson, Brett Strong and Nyree Alcock Nyree Alcock says the month’s activities are a great for Centennial Hall and it’s also an and contacts. It is available online, at opportunity for residents to meet their ideal opportunity to get out on a winter local schools and in town. Last month, evening and welcome new residents the Maungaturoto Residents Association new neighbours. “Our next working bee is in the to Maungaturoto. It should be a really gardens on the corner of Gorge Road fun night, with some cool spot prizes and Hurndall Street. We’ve already and raffles.” Nyree is also finalising the sourced the plants and material, so the biggest thing we need now is manpower. association’s updated welcome pack, “The quiz night is this year’s fundraiser which highlights important dates, events
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conditions when spring growth will hopefully see things settle back to something like normal. But drought or not, the sheer weight of the dairy industry, with more cows than people in New Zealand makes Gypsy Week a significant event. Of course, the season also means uprooting families from one location to another — something thats both an adventure and a stressful experience. For families, especially children and teens, settling into a new home and
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over fist. Wotever hand over fist meens. “Now wen I set down in front of a widesreen TV ina woolshed nek summa, I’m gonna wunder if sum bloke dropped a catch by accidint or on perpiss,” Boss went on. “Tell ya wot tho, it make me wunda about other sport too. Wot about rugby. Bloke mite knock on ata crooshil momint ina match. Or just droppa pass, or miss a bluddy penalty kick eh? “Jeez Dog, tork about spoil me blimmin day. Who we gunna trust eh”? Boss was ina bit of a downa. Anyway, he chaired up wen we got back ta that homested, ‘cos Sharlene was havin’ a cuppatea with her Mum, wot was hear ta see their dorter Sophy “Got sum good news deah,” sed Sharlene. “We gonna go visit with Mum in Orklind, an’ you kin drive us down eh”? I saw tha Boss go a bit pail, an I cood see he wasint all that chufft ata idea. Then Mum sed, “Yess Charles (wot she calls a Boss)” an’ then you can carry on ta Mistry Creek Feel Daze ina Whycato.” Well, Bossis face reelly lit up, an’ he sed it was a bluddy good idea. But then: “Wot about Billy,” he sed.
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Mangawhai’s battle – the court rules There is quite simply no doubt that the people of Mangawhai had the legal right to take their concerns over the millions of dollars wasted on the town’s sewage system into the courts for judgement. The courts’ decision, the first of three legal process in a clear breach of it’s parts, has justified their decision to — the councillors — fiduciary duty. do so. The court has ruled that illegal Those involved failed to discharge actions took place and has deservedly their duty. Some of them had served awarded costs which in dollar for dollar four terms and were clearly involved in terms are expected to be every step of the way on quite substantial. the Mangawhai mission. We all now As the court said, the law That shows incompetence owe the has been changed and under as directors. people of this legislation the rates The Kaipara District must be paid. Mangawhai Council went broke paying However, in the millions of dollars to third a debt commercial world, directors parties — lawyers and of gratitude. consultants — and if you of a company, unlike in this case the councillors involved rely on third parties who in making illegal decisions, would find prove to be wrong, do you really have themselves censured and on conviction an escape clause? by the court, perhaps even in jail. Most people think they know A prime example of this is the fact what accountability means and that a former minister of justice was have strong opinions about it — like held accountable for transgressions as holding reckless financial institutions a company director. He did not escape accountable, investors want to hold an appropriate sentence. greedy executives accountable and So where to from here? The Kaipara managers want to hold underperforming District Council did not follow the full employees accountable.
But it appears that no one has a clear, consistent definition of accountability. Many have wide-ranging views. However, at the end of the day, in the case of the Kaipara, the Mangawhai Residents and Ratepayers Association has found their way to establishing some accountability in their case. I have found a good definition of what being accountable means. It is simply this: Clear goals must be established, objectives defined, documented and communicated and adequate resources and authority must be granted , with sufficient resources — financial, technical and human and control and influence must be made available. In addition specific consequences need to be predetermined and outcomes for success or failure established and communicated. It was pleasing to note that the court has signalled exploring all avenues open to recovering the costs of the Ecocare debacle and it behoves the Kaipara commissioners as well as the Minister
of Local Government to explore every opportunity that is available to this end — to get financial redress, rather than it devolve only upon the ratepayers. We all now owe the people of Mangawhai a debt of gratitude. We are indebted to them for having the courage for taking this matter to court. ¢
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Weed workshop offers tips to Kaipara residents Northland Regional Council is offering Kaipara residents advice on how to deal with weeds threatening the region at two free workshops in Dargaville next month. Kaipara regional councillor — and council deputy chairman Graeme Ramsey — says the three-hour workshops will be held in Dargaville on Monday 16 June. Mr Ramsey says it will be the fourth year the council has held the popular workshops but the first time in Dargaville. The workshops will include a short presentation, hands-on identification tips and information on control options, including chemicals and other methods. “The 20-plus weeds covered are some of Northland’s worst — including
wild ginger, lantana and moth plant — and will also include the serious freshwater weeds salvinia and water hyacinth.” Mr Ramsey says Northland’s weeds aren’t going to go away by themselves. The workshops are an opportunity to plan ahead and get ready for the busy weed knockdown period once winter ends. He says there will be two separate three-hour workshops; one in the morning from 9am until noon and the other in the afternoon from 1-4pm. However, numbers are limited to
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Dairy and beef farmers on the Pouto Peninsula south of Dargaville will meet on Thursday to choose representatives to serve on a new catchment management committee.
When it comes to breeding bulls, Ray Cameron has it down to a fine art.
The Pouto Lakes committee is one of five being set up by Northland Regional Council to provide input into decisions on water resources. Council water policy specialist Natalie Glover says the committees get affected parties around the table and ensure they have a say in council decisions. While each of the committees have their own terms of reference, their membership often includes iwi, farmers, Department of Conservation, the general public and recreation users. The Pouto Peninsula has about 60 lakes, most located on private property or Department of Conservation land. The p Meetings to safeguard water resources lakes have excellent water quality before electing one dairy farmer and one and outstanding ecological condition, beef farmer to become members. The providing habitat for a range of meeting takes place at the Coronation endangered plants and animals. Hall in Te Kopuru between 11am Beef and Lamb New Zealand and and 1pm. Dairy New Zealand have organised The committee will hold its first full Thursday’s meeting. Those present meeting at the same venue on Thursday will be given the background behind June 26 at 6.30pm. That meeting is the decision to set up the committee, open to the public. ¢
On his farm — Idesia Simmentals — near Tangiteroria, halfway between Dargaville and Whangarei, he breeds some of the country’s finest specimens. Recently, he took one of his bull calves to Ag innovations in Feilding. “It’s the premiere stud-stock sale in the country which is open to all breeds the length and breadth of New Zealand.” The show went on for four days, but by the end of it Mr Cameron was a happy man. His bull calf won the prize for best calf in the show ring. The next day it won the top prize for a bull calf in the sale ring. “That’s a good followup from last year when I won the champion calf.” It was a full-on week for Ray. “It’s quite an undertaking to take a bull all the way to Feilding. That’s 700km in a horse float behind the ute. But I normally go there to see the animals.”
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ROOFING
WINDOW & DOOR repairs — Seals, latches, stays, wheels, hinges, locks, glass & glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or email: windowanddoors@xnet.co.nz. Window & Door Services Ltd.
Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small. We do them ALL
• Stump & Tree Removal • Driveway Prep & Regrading • Calf Shed & Stockyard Cleaning • Post Hole Borer • Tip Truck Available • Trencher
Phone or Txt Paul
027 271 2022
Cars For Sale Need a cheap new Car?
$0 Deposit $50 a week All Types. Simple, reliable, affordable
Got an old car? No Wof, No Rego, No Problems
$3000
for your trade in Txt/ph Ash 021 959757
MSF UK for Back Pain Relief
09 439 2620
DEAD OR ALIVE
TOP CASH PAID!
TRUCKS, VANS & UTES
FREE REMOVAL
PHONE NOW
0800 442 445
Brick/Blocklayer BRICK/BLOCKLAYER
All aspects of masonry: Fireplaces, Restoration & Remedial Work JAMES EAGLETON
RD2 Kaiwaka
Make sure your fireplace is safe this winter. Call Plumbing & Heating Centre to arrange a chimney clean and a firebox inspection today! Plumbing and Heating Centre 09 439 6123 • 0800 326 123 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville
Bereavement Support Group
Save Lives
Monday 9 June 2014 In the Nurses Lounge at Community Health Dargaville Hospital, 10am - 12pm
“Lets Talk About Funerals”
Mob 027 4749232 210A Pukenui Road,
AGM
DARGAVILLE RACING CLUB to be held 7.30pm Tuesday 10th June at the Dargaville Race Course
SMOKE ALARMS
Tel (09) 431 2514 jajueagles@yahoo.com.au
CHIMNEY SWEEPS
BE FIRE SAFE THIS WINTER
You are invited to bring a momento Josie Scott will be facilitating This is an informal group that shares experiences and supports each other followed by light refreshments
NEW PARTICIPANTS WELCOME Enquiries to Jayne 09 439 3330 ext 6716
Te Tai Tokerau Hapu, Iwi and Maori Entity Forestry Sector Initiative
All hapu, iwi and Maori entities with a vested interest in forestry or who are considering an investment in the forestry sector are encouraged and invited to attend one of three cluster hui being held in:
Work Wanted
Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill
WANTED
For repairs or replacements of your roof or spouting, Call us today for a free onsite consultation
0800 326 123
Plumbing and Heating Centre 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville
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
• Hokianga/Taumarere Rohe: 11 June 2014, 9.00am – 2.00pm, Pokapu Center, 7 Wynard St, Kawakawa • Whangarei/Kaipara Rohe: 18 June 2014, 9.00am – 2.00pm, WestPac Bank, 36 – 40 Rathbone St, Whangarei • Te Hiku Rohe: 20 June 2014, 10.30am – 2.00pm, Toka Tu Moana Facility, 24 – 26 Matthews Ave, Kaitaia The aim of the cluster hui, which include a tour of a local saw mill, are to bring hapu, iwi and Maori entities together to discuss Maori sector aspirations and will cover: • An overview of the Te Tai Tokerau forestry industry and building hapu, iwi and Maori entity collaboration and economies of scale; • Forestry ownership models; • Forestry management options; • Future investment opportunities in log and wood processing; and • Next steps for a collaboration strategy of Te Tai Tokerau Maori forestry interests. To RSVP or for further information please contact either: Louisa Kopa Rowena Tana Project Manager Office: 09 4041489 Mobile: 021 025 91532 Mobile: 021 513428 Emai: louisakopa@gmail.com Email: tepuna_omahu@hotmail.com
You are invited to attend a Public Screening of An award winning film looking at climate change issues as seen by a person looking back from the year 2055. Green MP David Clendon will facilitate a discussion on Climate Change.
6th June 5pm
Wesley Methodist Church
Cnr. Normanby & Awakino Road, Dargaville Authorised by David Clendon MP, Parliament Buildings, Wellington. For more info contact Nive Kennach nive.kennach@parliament.govt.nz
Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand
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June 3 - 2014
KAIPARA LIFESTYLER
RIDGELINE KIDS CAMO PACKS Pink Camo or Camo
WORKMAN SNAPPER TEES WITH ZIP POCKET
WAS $39.99
NOW $25
25 OFF $75
$
NOW JUST
HEARTLAND NEON MENS SHIRTS
WORKMAN TEES
WAS $30EA
BEST AUTONAV ON THE MARKET!
PREDATOR AUTONAV 54 KONTIKI Finance available
AS SEEN ON TV RIDGELINE
WOMEN’S RIBBONWOOD V-NECK SNUG FIT SOCKS RIDGELINE Blue Camo or Pink Camo STAYDRY TROUSERS WAS $70
35
OR TWO FOR
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20EA 3 FOR $ NORMALLY $
RIDGELINE TOP TO TOE CAMO PACK
Maxim Knife BRKM120
NOW $ NOW 30EA $
NOW $89
NOW $25
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RIDGELINE TOP TO TOE BLACK PACK
NOW $100
WAS $99.99
NOW $89.99
126-130 Victoria Street, Dargaville
Phone: 09 439 8624
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NORMALLY $130
WAS $69
20 NOW $20
Olive - Size SM - 5XL
GUN SAFE
WAS $180
WAS $33.50
3 FOR $
GRIZZLY JACKET
Dargaville 260B Victoria Street
3
Investment Property
Auction
3 bedroom home, aluminium joinery, fenced. Has been a good rental property for many years. Rent return of $210 per week. Vendors are motivated and this property is seriously for sale. Right of way section needs a lot of tender loving care.
Fri 20 June 1.00pm | Ray White Office 6 Poto Street Dargaville Open Home Sun 8 June 1.30–2.00pm Sun 15 June 1.30–2.00pm Thu 19 June 5.00–5.30pm Kelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 kelvin.windsor@raywhite.com rwdargaville.co.nz/dar20399 | 09 439 7575
Ray White Dargaville
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