Kaipara Lifestyler, June 4th 2024

Standing up in blue

Hard call on hub funding

 by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council has voted to reallocate funds initially earmarked for the design and consenting of two community hubs and libraries, following Department of Internal Affairs guidance to invest in water instead.

Debate has raged around the issue, with some commentators complaining that the reallocation takes money from Dargaville. Social media posts have taken such a highly critical tone that mayor Craig Jepson went so far as to call them “unacceptable” at last week’s meeting.

The slow collapse of the previous Labour government’s Better Off funding

package, through cuts to promised funds, a change of government, and now clear communication from the DIA to refocus unspent monies, was also roundly criticised, though ultimately accepted by the majority of elected members.

“I am a huge advocate for community hubs, but it has been a farce,” said Eryn Wilson-Collins. “The original purpose

was to improve library facilities. It was to have been achieved through a trust. Then came the government’s Better Off funding, which we have seen disappear in various ways until there’s nothing left.”

After addressing the failure of the Better Off funding and the challenges presented by the new, fiscally unsupported Local continued on page 5 …

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Council stance on fast-track bill

 by Andy Bryenton

Details of the Kaipara District Council’s submission on the government’s proposed fast-track legislation have been presented to elected members, having been sent to Wellington in late April.

To meet the government’s deadline, the KDC’s submission to the select committee was approved by the mayor, deputy mayor and CEO rather than a full vote of the council.

Broadly, the KDC’s submission supports the bill. This is in contrast to Auckland City Council, which came out last week with a submission against it.

‘Considering the full suite of regulatory approvals through a single process, with an overriding purpose, should allow greater scope for innovative solutions,’ says the KDC’s official missive to the select committee.

Another point raised was the recommendation that local mayors should sit alongside the proposed panel of ministers to decide on fast-track approvals for their respective regions or cities.

‘We, therefore, recommend that the bill is amended to enable the mayor to have the ability to grant or decline applications (alongside the joint ministers), if the mayor requests involvement,’ reads the submission.

The KDC’s submission also made recommendations on the composition of

expert panels, which could help guide fast-tracked projects to completion.

As well as indicating that an elected member of council should be statutorily empanelled, the submission criticised the government’s position on iwi involvement in the process.

‘Council considers it inappropriate that the bill gives a much greater priority to the rights of iwi than to the rights of other ratepayers and residents in our district. This apparent equivalence between local authorities and iwi authorities seems to us totally inappropriate,’ the submission states. 

Land’s potential to be unlocked

 by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville is getting a new neighbourhood, as a major development reaches the end of the resource consenting process.

Mayor Craig Jepson and Kaipara District Council planning manager Michael Day described the decision to grant final approval to the Moonlight Heights subdivision as a great day for Dargaville and a major win for progress in Kaipara’s west. The rezoning of 39 hectares under Private Plan Change 82 from rural to residential means, speculatively, building work could commence at any time from June 26 onward.

“I’m hugely supportive and hugely enthusiastic about this. I believe from what I have seen and what I have heard, this will open up demand. It will fill itself of its own right,” said councillor Mike Howard.

Councillor Eryn Wilson-Collins spoke vehemently on the positives for Dargaville, including the possibilities for businesses to recruit and relocate skilled staff, the possibility of more equitable rentals and the prospects for general economic growth. Mayor Jepson was also forthright in his support.

No Environment Court appeals were made opposing the establishment of Moonlight Heights, which council staff advised could eventually be the site of 300 dwellings. The question of infrastructure loading was raised, but Michael Day opined that, according to expert figures he had requested, Dargaville’s wastewater amenities had the headroom needed to account for such growth.

With Far North Holdings’ 47-dwelling development now under construction and Moonlight Heights set to break ground, Dargaville residents anticipate the progress of a third major development at the town’s former racecourse. Between these three projects, the long-standing land shortage in Dargaville could be at an end. 

 Shane Jones champions the coalition’s proposed fast-track legislation

 Rezoning to a new neighbourhood; this former airfield site will soon be developed into new sections

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Kai Iwi camping opportunity

 by Andy Bryenton

Private camping ground operators will have a window of opportunity to secure one of the most scenic spots in New Zealand after a recent decision to seek expressions of interest in running Kai Iwi Lakes’ camping sites.

The Kaipara District Council has concurred with the recommendation of the group administering Kai Iwi Lakes. A private operator is now being sought to take over the Pine Beach and Promenade Point campgrounds at Kai Iwi Lakes, which have been council-run since 2019.

“By doing this, we are opening the door, perhaps, to a more efficient operation, and one which may be beneficial to the campground and the council,” said councillor Mark Vincent, chairing the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee meeting, which put forward the recommendation.

Hard call on hub funding

“I think it’s a step forward in the right direction,” said councillor Ash Nayyar.

Council staff will prepare a registration of expressions of interest document, which will be publicly released, with a sixweek timeframe. All interested parties will be able to register their interest. It’s expected that a preferred candidate could be presented to the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee as early as July 24.

The upkeep and management of the rest of the Taharoa Domain and the lakes area would still be part of the responsibility of the KDC. This includes the maintenance of walking tracks, the planting of native trees, and the general presentation of the domain. There would be technical challenges associated with ensuring that both campgrounds had bathroom facilities, security systems and other amenities separate from those of the wider domain.

What a private operator’s oversight may mean for camping costs at this popular location or rules and regulations imposed by such an entity remains unknown. 

Water Done Well programme, debate around the council table focussed on where the approximately $3.5 million of remaining funds should go. Council staff proposed $1.6 million for Maungatūroto’s treatment plant, $600,000 for water system renewals district-wide and a further $248,500 for wastewater systems renewals.

A line item proposing the allocation of $800,000 to subsurface irrigation at the Mangawhai Golf Course drew much public ire. Some of this anger may have been due to a misapprehension of the purpose of this work.

Rather than an upgrade for golfers and their sports facility, it is a longplanned soakage field for treated wastewater from the neighbouring

Mangawhai wastewater treatment plant. It was revealed at the meeting by KDC infrastructure manager Anin Nama that the existing facilities in Mangawhai have reached capacity, and have been the subject of complaints by health officials.

Councillor Pera Paniora commented that the DIA’s instruction specified iwi consultation on the reallocation, which she notes has not happened. She also asked if Dargaville’s water storage issues would be better addressed with these funds.

A vote to approve the reallocation passed after vigorous discussion. The mayor indicated that this funding decision would remove a further one per cent from this year’s rates increases, as well as financing the projects listed above. 

 Kai Iwi Lakes camping facilities look set to go private as the KDC seeks expressions of interest from camping operators

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Art and design in 3D

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by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville’s Art Loft hosted a showcase of new technologies last week, with applications in everything from design and modelling to prototyping and auto restoration.

A group of presenters from the Warriors Lodge Gaming Club volunteered their expertise to introduce members of the public to the relatively new technology of 3D printing.

Like many new and ‘disruptive’ technologies, printing in 3D from digital models has advanced quickly. It is now very much in reach of the household creator thanks to better availability and lower costs.

“It was fantastic to be able to share this information with others, as the technology is so new that there are very few ways to learn about it through traditional means,” said John Pickworth of the Dargaville Arts Association. His association, in partnership with AwhiWorld and the Ministry of Culture and Heritage, made last week’s symposium possible.

A professional video was made of the presentation. It covered how to buy the right 3D printer, what other tools and parts you may need to go with it, how to find free files to print online, and how to convert those files into a format that

your machine can then render as real, solid models. Printing using liquid resin was demonstrated alongside printing with plastic filament; other materials that can be used include carbon fibre, recycled PET plastic and even wood.

The aim of filming the presentation was to make available to the public basic first-step information about getting into the hobby of 3D printing. This could be for reasons of art and design, model making, radio-controlled aeronautics or motor racing, engineering or architectural prototyping, or even manufacturing parts for cars and motorcycles. 

Paparoa fire volunteers celebrate

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by Paul Campbell

Paparoa’s once rural fire party has come of age to officially join Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) at an inaugural honours ceremony and presentation of certificates, medals and bars.

The brigade was formed back in 1960 and once threatened with relocation to Ararua 10 miles away because of poor phone reception when under the control of the Kaipara District Council. Those days are long gone, and over the years, local volunteer members have faced fire, flood and traffic tragedies and other emergency incidents to serve the wider community.

“Our honours evening was a fantastic night, attended by representatives from Maungatūroto, Ruawai, Tinopai, Kaiwaka, Mangawhai, Maungakaramea and TK North, along with the group manager for Kaipara, Corey Matchitt, and Far North and rural specialist Dennis Cooper,” said Paparoa fire chief Ken Ogilvy.

“As our first honours occasion, it was a bit of a catch-up with certificates, medals and bars given to current and previous members who had served within the last 10 years and achieved their five-year silver star.

“Members receive the star and then a silver bar every two years thereafter.

There were also two long service good conduct medals awarded, which are a King’s Medal awarded for 14 years of service with good conduct. Altogether, the awards on the night represented 142 years of service to our community.”

The evening also represented a few final closures in the NZ Fire Service/ Rural Fire Authority amalgamation into one organisation, now FENZ. Paparoa was fully kitted out in FENZ dress uniform for the first time and some new ranks were conferred on members who had been previously unavailable in the rural space.

“The awards service was broken up with a delicious meal and followed by a dance party until the wee hours.” 

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 Patrons gather around a pair of working 3D printers at last week’s presentation

 Past and present fire volunteers at Paparoa’s awards gathering

Encouraging safe driving Yellow brick road to success

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by Ann van Engelen

Year 12 Tauraroa school student Kendall Hucker is determined to make a difference to rural road safety by starting a Kaitiaki o Ara/Students Against Dangerous Driving group, 20 years after her Mum did the same.

“Road safety and good driving habits are everybody’s responsibility,” says Kendall.

“I was inspired to take a lead on road safety after attending the three-day SADD conference in the recent school holidays.”

SADD is a student-led charity with the collective goal of preventing loss on New Zealand roads.

“At the conference I saw how the student national leaders were doing their projects and saw how much we would be able to change our small and close-knit community. Having our community be involved in our group could also provide a real boost to what we want to do.

“We’re working on some ideas to promote road safety and better driver habits. Quite a few of the Year 12 and 13 students drive to school and we want them to be safe. We hope our work will stop them being in crashes by doing things as simple as leaving their phones alone while driving.

“Being aware of their surroundings is also really important because there are lots of potholes and sharp corners in Maungakaramea, so we want people adopting good driving habits from the start.

“We also have concerns about safety at nearby rail crossings so plan to do some work around promoting safety there as well because the signs that are there are very hard to see.” 

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 by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville Little Theatre’s recent production of The Wizard of Oz has broken records as the most popular play ever to hit the stage in the theatre’s recent history.

By the time the curtain drops on June 9, more people will have seen this adaptation of the beloved L Frank Baum story than any other play or musical presented by the DLT in the past 20 years.

The classic tale has seen packed houses enjoy the adventures of Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion. Ten shows were scheduled; the longest run for any single production by the DLT crew. The majority of these dates, including a record number of afternoon matinees, have played to full houses. The final daytime show is already sold out.

popularity of the 1939 Judy Garland and Margaret Hamilton movie adaptation, but that the response from theatregoers has been overwhelmingly positive.

“It’s fantastic how the director has been able to achieve her vision and bring it to life. I can’t congratulate her enough for her tenacity and creativity,” said DLT president Eryn Wilson-Collins, who also takes on the iconic role of the Witch of the West.

Director Julianne Parkinson and her lead actors opine that expectations have been high, thanks to the timeless

The original Wizard of Oz stage show was first performed in 1902. It moved to Broadway in January 1903 and ran for 293 nights. The success of Dargaville Little Theatre’s run of the classic has provided a major confidence boost for many of the young actors who have taken part and continues a trend of larger and more elaborate performances for the allvolunteer theatre. 

 Kendall and co-leader Lily Johns and Tauraroa Wellbeing Prefect Madi Johnston are leading the charge for the SADD group

 Dargaville Little Theatre’s production of The Wizard of Oz has been a record-breaking success for the group

Carcass dumping sparks warning

 by Andy Bryenton

The grisly discovery of two dismembered cattle carcasses in the vicinity of the Ford Road bridge on the Pahi River has alerted locals to the possibility that rustlers are operating in the area.

Whakapirau has previously been a dumping spot for fish frames, but when a local resident spotted the ‘butchered’ remains of two black-andwhite bovines, larceny was suspected.

“The locals are eager to put a stop to this before it escalates. It is completely unacceptable,” said the man, who wished to remain nameless for fear of reprisals.

“The fact that the cows were disposed of this way, suggests they may have been stolen.”

The same witness says he saw two utes on the bridge just before the carcasses were found. The state of the remains, in photos provided but not printed due to their graphic nature, shows cleanly severed hooves and heads, suggesting the work of someone familiar with dressing and preparing a carcass.

Farmers in the mid-Kaipara area are warned to be on the lookout for suspicious activity. 

Voices united for youth

 by Andy Bryenton

Representatives of a wide range of service providers met in Dargaville last week to have their say on an overarching youth strategy for Te Tai Tokerau.

Delegates came to the Lighthouse Function Centre from government agencies such as Oranga Tamariki, local groups supporting youth like Te Piringa Pai, and a variety of schools, marae, social engagement and governance organisations. Their aim was to make the west Kaipara’s experiences and ideas known, as the Social Wellbeing Governance Group formulates a plan to better serve citizens from the ages of 12 to 24.

The aim of the hui was to inform organisations such as the Ministry of Social Development, Te Puni Kōkiri, police, the Ministry of Education and healthcare providers where best to invest time, funds and resources. Rather than focussing on the challenges facing local youth, which were acknowledged to be very real and present, the mood of the discussion was captured by Anaru Kaipo of Te Piringa Pai, who recounted his first-hand impression of young people in Kaipara.

“Our young people are beautiful, they are strong, they are proud of their culture, they are talented, and they have dreams and ambitions,” says Mr Kaipo, a youth leader and volunteer working in Dargaville. Issues facing young people were addressed, from the impact of the cost-ofliving crisis to the toxicity of social media and the lack of adequate housing options. Low local levels for school attendance and education engagement, currently at just 39 per cent, were questioned, and delegates were asked to put forward solutions for creative alternatives. 

 Northland’s Social Wellbeing Governance Group asked for input from west Kaipara groups as a new plan to better serve 12 to 24-year-old citizens takes shape

The bridge on the tidal stretch of the river that runs down to Pahi and

Rescue flight wins award Playgrounds a winner

 by Paul Campbell  by Amy Fifita

The Northland rescue helicopter crew, who saved a sailor 100 nautical miles from Kerikeri, has been recognised at the 2023 New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards.

The accolade at Government House in Wellington last week was for the rescue on May 12 2023. Senior critical care paramedic and aircrew officer Paul Davis says the award is humbling for him, and his crewmates, pilots Murray Plowright and Joel Higgie, and fellow critical care paramedic and rescue swimmer, Blake Murray.

Davis rates the night-time PatriotX mission among the top three most challenging rescues of his career. “We are lucky to work with a bunch of very talented and passionate people throughout the organisation, and that is what allows us to get out there and safely undertake the work we do, helping our Northland communities and visitors,” he says.

“I would also like to thank NZSAR and acknowledge the other award winners from Northland and around the

country. They are all clearly deserving of recognition for going above and beyond to help others in their time of need.”

The NZSAR awards are presented annually in recognition of outstanding achievements within New Zealand’s search and rescue region, which covers 30 million square kilometres. Awards given in the operations category recognise significant rescue operations. 

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After four years of planning and saving, two new playgrounds have been installed at Dargaville Primary School.

“We are excited to open our two new playgrounds at Dargaville Primary School. These play areas are not just for fun,” said principal Curtis Gaylor.

“They are vital for our children’s physical, social and cognitive development.”

Local supporters also contributed to the project, and the school is incredibly grateful for the help. The project has been a highlight for children who flock to the senior and junior school playgrounds during intervals.

“Playgrounds help kids stay active, learn to interact with peers and develop problem-solving skills. Designed with inclusivity in mind, our new spaces ensure every child can join in the fun.”

The Parent-Teacher Association contributed a great deal of effort towards the project with fundraisers and purchased items like the witch’s hat and balance beams.

“Our board of trustees has been very fiscally responsible over the past four years, ensuring funds were set aside to replace our old playgrounds.

“Additionally, our wonderful PTA contributed $15,000 towards this project.”

Local supporters included Kaihū Valley Rugby Football Club, Kauri Coast Contracting, Andrewes Building and Construction, West Coast Steel Worx, Harrison Contracting, Kaihū Valley Sawmill, Kaipara Landscape Supplies and Sarah and Shaun McDonald. 

 Northland Rescue Helicopter crew members who flew the PatriotX rescue mission: (from left) Joel Higgie, Blake Murray, Murray Plowright and Paul Davis

 Students at Dargaville Primary School have been enjoying the newly built playgrounds

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Together for charity Tip public meeting

 by Ann van Engelen

The Mangawhai Volunteer Firefighter Stair Challenge team is celebrating a fulfilling event at the Sky Tower in Auckland City while raising funds for Leukaemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand on Saturday, May 18.

“I’ve been in the fire brigade since 2019,” says Mangawhai firefighter Aidan Cameron. “We did the stair climb because charity is important to us, and, for me, it’s about challenging myself. It was great being with other brigades, both local and national. There’s great comradery, and we enjoyed everything about it.

“Our team did very well, with the event raising more than $2 million, and Mangawhai raising $6,938 as part of their total. The brigade members posted some fantastic individual times, but let’s not forget the reason for being there is to raise awareness and funds for blood cancer.

“With more than 1,100 firefighters, it was a busy day for event staff and runners, with cheers of support and a great sense of accomplishment at the top of the tower. The Mangawhai brigade should stand tall after such a great effort by all.”

The Mangawhai brigade results were: Hayward 13.56, Hamish 15.14, Ben

18.46, Kyle 20.07, Tim 22.40, Matt 21.02, Aidan 19.43 and Lee 20.21.

“We highly recommend that others join the brigade and give back to the community. We train from 7pm to 9pm at the fire station, 191 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads, on Monday nights.” 

by Paul Campbell

The Fight the Tip movement opposing plans for a mega-landfill for Auckland rubbish in the Dome Valley has called a public meeting to update supporters and fellow appellants in the Environment Court.

“The meeting will also be our annual general meeting, and will be held at 3pm next Saturday, June 9, in the Wellsford Community Centre,” says FTT executive member Sue Crockett.

“Following the Environment Court’s interim ruling, which is a 195-page decision outlining conditions in which a dump consent could be granted that effectively gives Waste Management, which proposes the landfill, another bite at the apple.

“We were blindsided by the interim decision, and we will have reports and information at the public meeting to keep our supporters up to date next Saturday.”

Opposition to the application for the dump in a Dome Valley catchment for the Kaipara Harbour has been running for five years and includes FTT, the Department of Conservation, local councils, iwi and many other groups

concerned at the pollution threat to the wider Kaipara Harbour. The threat was highlighted by major flooding and slips during Cyclone Gabrielle.

Sue said the situation at present “is in a state of flux really, but we have been taking advice, and meantime, we are fully supportive of appeals that have been lodged against the interim decision by Forest and Bird and Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua.”

The court decision includes that further work is required to identify whether the downstream area of the landfill and the separation of waters can be improved to deal with high rainfall, landslip or failure of the landfill along with some other provisions.

“FTT and other appellants are concerned the interim decision allows Waste Management to change its application to suit a consent at this late stage of the process after the closing of the court hearings.” 

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 Aidan Cameron was met at the stair climb by his children, Carter and Lexi

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Tangiteroria trivia returns

 by Ann van Engelen

The first trivia night for many years at the Tangiteroria Community Complex was hailed a roaring success last week, with more than 170 people across 22 teams vying to be the biggest masterminds in the room.

Co-organiser Mel Berger says she is appreciative of the support they received and believes the next trivia night will be bigger.

“I’m very thankful for our generous sponsors and everyone who helped out,” says Mel.

“We’ve all experienced challenging times in recent years, so it’s very humbling to see so many locals and people from outside the area step up and support us.

“Raising vital community funds to buy sports and exercise equipment, the nights strengthen what the complex has to offer locals and Northlanders wanting to hire the modern venue, with a full commercial kitchen and capacity for small or large groups.”

The sporting facilities also cater for squash, netball, basketball, indoor bowls and pickleball. A fire destroyed the muchvalued sports complex in January 2020 — a crippling experience for the tightlyknit community.

“Not only had the centre been a vital shared community space for decades, but the building was funded and built by the rural community, giving it a special quality

and place in its history. The fact the fire was deliberately lit was particularly gutwrenching for our community, and the loss of taonga, such as war roll information for our district, memorabilia, trophies and awards, was very sad.”

A community BBQ in the park beside the wrecked shell of the building was held after the fire, organised by Jan Beattie, saw the car park packed with people.

“It was amazing, and it showed we had the local drive and support for a rebuild of this place. It really was the start of healing and a new beginning.”

Northland Rescue Helicopter’s Steve Macmillan says it was a privilege to be quiz master and MC for the trivia night.

“Northland Rescue Helicopter crews fly close to 100 missions throughout Kaipara every year. The Tangiteroria community and our wider rural Kaipara whānau are absolute champions at raising funds for our cause year after year. It was nice to give back to an awesome community and support such an important rural facility.”

Check out the Tangiteroria Community Complex Facebook page for future events. 

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An apology to Tanya Unkovich

Unfortunately, due to human error, the spelling of Ms Unkovich’s name was inconsistent throughout a recent article on the MP’s visit to Dargaville. Apologies for this mistake go out to both the subject of our story and our readership.

 The quiz night saw 170 contestants joining in the fun

Racers say yes to Tunatahi

 by Andy Bryenton

Top rally racing teams are already accepting the challenge to tackle Dargaville and Ruawai roads when the Ventia Rally of Dargaville Tunatahi roars into action this July.

The initial response from racing teams to the new, confirmed date and an extended racing route has been very positive.

“We have timed July 27 so that the top six or seven teams in the competition can take part,” says event organiser Marty Roestenburg, who has been in contact with New Zealand’s premiere drivers.

“I’ve rung quite a few of them personally, and they are all saying yes.”

Marty says changes to the rally route, adding a further 20 kilometres of challenging back-country driving on the west Kaipara’s gravel roads, have increased the appeal for racing teams.

Racers have whetted their appetites in the early season of rally action and are reportedly excited about the new challenge afforded by a fresh location for their sport.

“It’s not often that you get two opportunities to make a first impression,” says Marty, emphasising the positives of the Ventia Rally of Dargaville Tunatahi’s date change.

An extensive campaign of engagement with affected citizens and locals on the roads where the rally will take place rolled out ahead of the original date for the

rally. This is being replicated now, with a detailed plan being formed to ensure that local businesses get the most out of the estimated hundreds of rally fans who will flood into Dargaville for the weekend.

To entertain those fans, plans are afoot for a large mobile stage to be placed, allowing bands, such as alreadyconfirmed local rockers Socially Awkward, to add some extra fun to proceedings. 

 Rally racer Todd Bawden hitting the gravel; one of many drivers who have been invited to compete in the Ventia Rally of Dargaville Tunatahi

VEHICLES, MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT

The Italian job

 by Andy Bryenton

While the classic movie The Italian Job featured small, agile and powerful little vehicles displaying some serious manoeuvrability, we’re talking about something other than Minis here; the new Stiga Tornado 5108 W ride-on mower.

performance on tap, and it’s brightly coloured, like Michael Caine’s iconic ride in the original film.

Stiga’s ties to Italy go back 90 years. The company was founded there and continues to build lawn tractors and mowers with the same keen eye for performance and style that their fellow countrymen put into supercars. That explains the bright yellow paint job of the Tornado 5108 W, a shade those other Italian fabricators, Ferrari, would call ‘Monza’. It also might account for the comfortable sprung seat, grippy rally-style steering wheel and powerful LED lights which grace this model.

Handling is another big factor Stiga engineers have taken into account. Despite laying down a wide 108cm cutting swathe, the Tornado 5108 W has the ability to hug borders and slice through the apex of curves, getting into places

where a more cumbersome mower could not. The Tornado’s hydrostatic drive also delivers great feedback through the pedal, and that means that even first-time users will find it easy to intuitively glide around lawn obstacles for a perfect cut.

Under the hood, the Tornado 5108 W packs a Stiga-developed twin-cylinder engine, with 586cc of displacement, similar to a mid-sized motorcycle. This doesn’t just send ample power to the wheels for grip and traction. It also drives

a powerful and highly variable cutting deck, while leaving enough torque left over for towing.

The final and most pivotal feature of this versatile little mower is its mulching feature. Put simply, mulched grass feeds back into the lawn to make it healthier, feeding it with nutrients. The Stiga Tornado 5108 W enables you to mulch as you go, performing this vital task and eliminating the need for a bulky rear catcher. From the larger residential lawn to the lifestyle block, this Italian performance mower has every feature you’d expect from a top European brand except for two. You won’t find the sturdy little V-twin of the Stiga Tornado to be as thirsty as the V-12 in a Lamborghini. You won’t be knocked out of your gumboots when you see the price. As opposed to other premium petrolpowered examples from Italy, the Tornado 5108 W is eminently affordable to put in your garage. 

 Stiga’s Tornado 5108 W brings power and passion to lawns, not race tracks

An intertwined exhibition

 by Ann van Engelen

Artists Mike Hooton and Laura Worrall have forged a creative partnership that transcends the boundaries of work and life in the serene landscapes of Kaipara.

The pair will be showcasing their respective art forms at Mangawhai Artists Gallery with their exhibition — Alchemy.

“Many times, I envision myself merging seamlessly with the trees around me, and my aim is always to capture that essence in various forms within my artwork,” says Laura.

As a self-taught figurative artist, Laura finds her muse in oils and watercolours, drawing inspiration from her rural surroundings and deep love of nature.

Mike’s foray into ceramics was sparked by the chance encounter with a longforgotten potter’s wheel in his high school sculpture class. He’s taught himself the intricacies of the craft, including formulating his own glazes and sourcing wild clay.

“I find joy in the process of moulding earth into something both beautiful and enduring. Something that will outlast me and resonate through generations,” Mike says.

This exhibition intertwines Laura’s paintings with Mike’s ceramics. For Mike, Alchemy symbolises the transmutation of earth, water and fire into balanced harmony, yielding enduring ceramic pieces. Laura interprets it from a spiritual perspective, viewing it as the quest for balance as humanity merges harmoniously with the natural world.

With the celebratory opening at 6pm on Friday, June 7, Alchemy is open from 10am to 3pm on Friday, June 7 to Wednesday, June 19 at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery, 45 Moir Street. 

A dream to fly

 by Amy Fifita Mariya Jackson recently took to the skies above her home, Dargaville and the western coastline after winning a free flight at the Aero Club Open Day last April.

“I am originally from Kazakhstan. I lived in Auckland for a decade and have spent the past two years in Dargaville. It has been great living in Kaipara because it is peaceful, and I love that the people here have a strong community spirit,” said Mariya.

“My younger brother Karim is interested in flying, so now we have something in common to enjoy. I never thought I’d fly a plane.

“I am grateful to Dargaville Aero Club for the opportunity to fly their plane with the instructor. I am hoping to return. It is an exciting thought to get my pilot’s licence and, until I met people at the aero club, I would have never dreamed of it.”

Flight instructor Alan Nelson took Mariya on her flight. Once they were airborne, he handed her the controls so she could experience what it was like to fly.

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“The weather was pristine. We did a circuit around Dargaville, the west coast, above her home and up the Tangowahine Valley,” said Alan.

“The club has a great community, and, for me, it is like another family. If you want to get somewhere faster and without all the woes of traffic and potholes, you fly.”

Alan is available for flying lessons — he can be contacted on 021 0887 1788. 

Two $5,000 Travel Vouchers Up For Grabs

 Laura Worrall and Mike Hooton with examples of their works of art

 Mariya won a free flight at the aero club open day and recently took the opportunity to fly above Dargaville and the surrounding areas with flying instructor Alan Nelson

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News from Kaipara District Council

Apply for the Reserve Contributions Fund

Applications are open for the Reserve Contributions Fund The Fund supports groups to create, improve and reprioritise how open spaces and reserves are used in our communities Find out more and apply at kaipara.govt.nz/funding Applications close on 17 July 2024.

Fees and charges set for 2024-2025

Council adopted new Fees and Charges for the coming 2024-2025 year at the May Council Meeting

The Fees and Charges for 2024-2025 come into effect from the 1 July 2024

You can read the full Fees and Charges document at kaipara govt nz/fees-charges

Council to seek expressions of interest to manage Taharoa Domain campgrounds

Taharoa Domain campgrounds may be under new management this summer after Kaipara District Council Elected Members agreed to see Expressions of Interest for its operation

Staff are now preparing documentation and will advertise when Expressions of Interest are open

Dog registrations

Dog registrations can be renewed from 01 July Make sure your furry friend is up to date by 31 August You can avoid queues and register online at kaipara.govt.nz/annual-dog-registration Pay on time and avoid penalty fees.

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Are you an experienced communications advisor? We’re looking for someone who can make people sit up and listen to what they write, someone who knows how to plan and deliver communications for different channels

The position is full-time and can be based in Mangawhai or Dargaville, with scope for working part of the time from home too.

Find out more about this job vacancy at kaiparadc recruitmenthub co nz

New look Mangawhai Library

Mangawhai Library has had a glow up recently, in preparation for its transformation to a branch of Kaipara Libraries in August Next time you step in to Mangawhai Library, you’ll notice some items have new homes within the space

A big thank you to the Mangawhai Library volunteers who have supported us to implement these changes, and continue to deliver a high-quality service for our community

Advertisements to recruit a full-time lead librarian and two part-time assistant librarians for the Mangawhai branch library have now closed. We look forward to announcing the branch library staff, once confirmed The Mangawhai branch library is scheduled to open in early August

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.

• 14 June – KDC Dargaville office, Hokianga Road

• 1 July – KDC Mangawhai office, Molesworth Drive

• 10 July – Village Café, Paparoa

To book email dtaylor@kaipara.govt.nz or call 027 703

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Upcoming Council meetings

• Council Briefing, 9:30am Tue 4 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube

• Long Term Plan Deliberations, 9am Wed 5 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube

• Economic Development Committee, 10am Thu 6 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Reconvened Remuneration and Development Committee, 9 30am Wed 12 June (public excluded)

• Audit, Risk and Finance Committee, 9 30am Thu 13 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee, 9 30am Tues 18 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai (includes Mangawhai Community Park Master Plan deliberations)

• Awards and Grants Committee, 9 30am Thu 20 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Alcohol Control Bylaw Deliberations, 1pm Tue 25 June, Online via Webex and on YouTube

• Council Meeting, 10am Wed 26 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube

Please see our website for the most up-to-date information or call 0800 727 059 and

WHAT’S ON?

June

Kaipara Grey Power — apologises for supplying incorrect information regarding our June 21st meeting.

Hon Winston Peters will not be our guest. Details of that meeting have still to be confirmed.

Wizard of Oz Production — Until 9th June at the Dargaville Little Theatre. For show times, tickets and information go to www.dargavillelittletheatre.co.nz.

Herbs Acoustic with Lopz & DA Rastaz — Saturday 1st June at the Northern Wairoa Hotel. Tickets from venue or online at www.ticketspace.nz.

Business Continuity in Emergencies for Farmers and Growers — 6th June, 10am to 1pm at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club. Tickets at www.humanitix.co.nz.

Pae Manawa Clinic (Maori Land Court) — 6th June at Whanau Focus Centre, Victoria Street, bookings essential. Phone 09 439 7009.

The Lean Farm Project Free Workshop — 7th June, 10am to 3.15pm at the Dargaville Dalmatian Club, 20 Normanby St. Book at events.humanitix.com.

Creative Northland in Dargaville — 11th June, 10am to 3pm at the SEED Co-Working Office, Fosters Arcade, 36 Victoria Street.

Northland Inc in Dargaville — 12th June, 10am to 3pm at the SEED Co-Working Office, Fosters Arcade, 36 Victoria Street. Here to discuss your business needs and innovations.

Jam Night @ the Dargaville Club — 14th June, 5.30pm to 8.30pm. All Welcome.

July

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.

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 2nd June.

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 — Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville. Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — 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.

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.

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Matakohe, Maungaturoto, Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Wellsford.

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 9amnoon. 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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NEED A HOLIDAY! Own your own Vacation Credits in Club Wyndham South Pacific (SP). For sale 8,000 Premier Holiday Vacation Credits @ 2006 purchase price NZ$2.40 per Vacation Credit. Current purchase price clubwyndhamsp.com NZ$3.93 per Vacation Credit 15/5/2024. Save over $12,000. Vacation Credits are the currency of Club Wyndham SP. As an owner Vacation Credits renew annually. The Club permits private transfer of ownership. Club Wyndham owners in addition to (SP) resorts, have access to Wyndham Hotels & Resorts: 9,300 hotels in 95 countries represented by 24 brands. Genuine enquiries please Private Message me. T&Cs apply including annual levies, transfer & establishment fees. David 027 290 2235.

FOR SALE

021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

CHURCH NOTICES

NURSERIES & PLANTS

GOT2GO PLANTS will be closed from the 10th June to the 17th June and open again Tuesday the 18th June to Sunday. 10am to 4pm. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. EFTPOS is now available. Internet transfers or cash. 09 439 5556 / 027 488 3400.

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. PET SUPPLIES

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

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

BOBCAT, TRUCK & EXCAVATOR HIRE

FIREWOOD — dry hot mix $110/m³, delivered free to Dargaville & surrounding areas. Phone or txt Henry 021 734 906.

TRADES & SERVICES

COAST2COAST FLOORING. VINYL and Carpet laying, floor prep, honest and reliable. LOCAL. Phone Dean 022 085 2871.

PLUMBER AVAILABLE for new builds. Contact James 021 0263 9558, Plumb Hub Northland Ltd. Servicing Hikurangi to Mangawhai.

WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

TREE SERVICES

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance. TREE TRIMMING Truck using Grapple/Saw — 26m reach — Pruning, Removal, Chipping, Qualified Arborists SIMPLE – FAST – SAFE – QUALIFIED – EXPERIENCED – VALUE FOR MONEY. Servicing KAIPARA CALL Team Vegetation on 09 439 0050.

September 2024, 7:00pm

Community Centre Hokianga

Dargaville.

CLASSIFIEDS

THANK YOU

TO THE MAN who intervened when I was menaced by a pack of dogs on Monday, thank you. You are a hero. And thank you for returning my phone.

TO BUY

SUZUKI 4X4 Wanted to buy — parked, damaged or unwanted, Escudo Vitara/Grand Vitara. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

Closing

DARGAVILLE AMBULANCE. Volunteers wanted. Contact Station Officer on 022 424 6685.

PUBLIC NOTICES

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

Mangawhai Club Incorporated of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the variation of a club licence in respect of the premises situated at 219 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads known as Mangawhai Club

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is a Club

The current conditions to be varied are: To increase the current licence footprint to include the new verandah & bowling greens.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 8am to 1am the next day.

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

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

No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the first publication of this notice.

PUBLIC NOTICES

9MM UT lining plywood $49.00 Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.

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

DON’T FORGET Otamatea Aero Club AGM, this Sunday 9 June, 10am at Naumai Airfield. All welcome; we will have the kettle on. Phone 09 439 5955.

NORTHERN WAIROA Boating Club Sunday roast $25. Bookings essential, phone 021 0824 6713.

DEATH NOTICES

DAWN MARTIN. 26th May 2024. Service for Dawn Thursday 6th June, Dargaville Club, 53–55 Victoria Street, Dargaville at 11 am. Burial 1.30 pm Mt Wesley Cemetery. Loved wife of the late Jack. Loved Mother of Kevin, Sheryl, Dennis, Lynley and the late Cyril. And Mother-in-Law to their partners. Loved Nana and great Nana. Rest in Peace Mum.