Kaipara Lifestyler, June 6th 2023

Council split from local governance group

Ruawai rugby exported to Europe

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by Andy Bryenton

Eemland Rugby Club of Amersfoort, the Netherlands, recently won that nation’s equivalent of the Super Rugby championship, and they did it with help from Ruawai.

When the men in black and yellow trounced their rivals Hague 31–15 last week in front of a cheering crowd, Hugh Marychruch was part of the team. He led the charge with two tries in the first half to put Eemland ahead and helped keep that lead for the full 80 minutes. The 25-year-old athlete celebrated after the final whistle by calling his parents.

“Of course, we’re very proud of what he’s achieved,” says Raymond Marychurch, Hugh’s dad.

Hugh and his wife Carly have watched their son go from strength to strength in his sport, from an under-18 place with the Otamatea Hawks to a stint with Wakatipu in Queenstown while he studied adventure tourism management.

“It was a big part of his life, growing up, and he’s from a family with a love of the game,” says Raymond. “The first time Hugh went to a rugby match, he was only two days old. Born on Thursday, rugby on Saturday. I used to play, and on my wife’s side of the family, there were four generations of local players.”

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Hugh went on to become head boy of Ruawai College in 2015 before travelling south to study. He then decided to head overseas, putting his skills on the field to a wider audience. An international agent secured him an interview with the Eemland team, who have a Kiwi coach, and he found his place with the Dutch champions. Their forward pack includes five international players in a team with professionals from Nigeria, Spain, Portugal and now New Zealand.

The Eemland team traces its history back to 1977, at a time when New Zealand was already well-steeped in rugby lore and history. While football is the dominating sport of the Netherlands, rugby gained popularity among students at Amersfoort College. The very first game was played on an ‘English Day’, celebrating the culture of the British Isles, and from there, the club grew in numbers. Today there are 500 Eemland club members, and their premier

team shares a similar regional status to the Chiefs, Hurricanes or Crusaders.

When asked about Hugh’s ambitions beyond this memorable victory, Mr Marychurch said that it was his son’s intent to enjoy a brief holiday back home before travelling around Australia ahead of the start of the new European season.

“It’s certainly the kind of win which looks very good on your rugby CV,” Mr Marychurch said. ¢

p Hugh Marychurch is part of the championship-winning Eemland rugby team, which beat Hague to claim victory in the Netherlands’ super rugby competition

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p Dargaville Primary School students got active with the recent cross-country event. Families and supporters gathered to cheer on their children in the various races. Younger students were led by the seniors who guided them through the course. The first place winners starting from the five-year-old boys’ and girls’ group were Amelia Bennett-Knock, Caden Campbell, Meriana Tottie-McIlroy and Brax Topia, Ava Stevens, Matiu Passell-Smith, Nova Topia, Tulanga Tuutafaiva, Kaitlyn Keller, Dion Kena, Alyona Adomea and Te Ariki Irving.

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p The mood was buoyant, and the bidding was hot as FarmShop hosted its annual auction day, sending a large number of attendees home with new machinery at the turn of the season. After a brief address by National Party candidate for Northland Grant McCallum, the hammer dropped on a yard full of productive implements and gear. The big auction has been a Kaipara tradition for many years.

Council split from local governance group Council defends ‘dangerous’ trees

u by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council has voted to resign from civic governance advocacy group Local Government New Zealand, joining Auckland Council on the outside of the LGNZ fraternity.

The vote, opposed by two councillors, sees the KDC split from the LGNZ-aligned councils of 76 other municipalities. LGNZ describes itself as ‘the voice of local government and the champions of local democracy’, but Mayor Jepson, who tabled the motion to leave, says that he has been left underwhelmed by their performance.

“I am personally disappointed in LGNZ, especially around Three Waters,” said Mayor Jepson. “I tend to think that LGNZ has become more about government than about support for councillors.”

His opinion was shared by Councillor Nayyar, who said that LGNZ had become focussed on talk and not action.

“I would rather that this council stand on its own two feet rather than relying on consultants and other organisations,” he said.

Others disagreed, pointing to the training seven of the current elected members received to take up their roles following last year’s election. Councillor Wilson-Collins also reminded members

of the success Kaipara had enjoyed, effecting change in national vaping laws through LGNZ’s lobbying of parliament.

“I am disappointed by the motion to resign from LGNZ,” said Councillor Paniora, “It’s also disappointing to hear the reason why, such as the assumption that LGNZ tells councils what to submit to the central government. That is not the reality at all.”

Despite debate on both sides of the issue, the vote passed, breaking off Kaipara’s membership with LGNZ. Councillor Larsen suggested that an alliance with Auckland, the other council outside of LGNZ, might be considered. A saving will be made in annual dues and membership fees. ¢

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Pahi residents’ concerns at the deteriorating state of two towering ancient trees in the harbourside reserve after falling branches demolished a shed facility and left a massive clean-up operation “have fallen on deaf ears,” say locals.

The Pahi Reserve Society that administers the area has repeated a call to the Kaipara District Council to have the trees, listed as protected Norfolk Pines but widely regarded as Australian Bunya pines, removed for safety reasons.

Society secretary Gabriella Match has asked the council why a petition signed by 70 locals who fear injury or death could result from falling branches simply resulted in a 2021 District Plan Review process but no action. “This is not a good example of showing how much you care about the smaller communities; it is quite simply red tape and bureaucracy at its finest.”

In reply to the residents’ latest concerns, the council says the District Plan Review process will continue. “The trees are currently being recommended by council’s arborists to remain notable in the District Plan, as they meet the requirements of STEM (Standard Tree Evaluation Method). However, this could change following formal consultation on the Proposed District Plan, where submissions are received from the public. The trees currently

remain notable and protected in the Operative District Plan.

Pahi resident Ralph Williams says: “Thirty-five years of intermittently approaching various local councils regarding the problem of these two giants have proved to be fruitless. Each, in turn, seems to hide behind the excuse that they are protected by a heritage order. Two ugly pines giving the impression of ancient roosters with their tail feathers completely removed.” ¢

p The KDC has voted to leave Local Government New Zealand, following the path taken by neighbouring Auckland Council

p The Pahi trees: “Missing branches have only gone one way straight down,” say locals

Record breaking event Tackling climbing asparagus

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Maungatūroto firefighters Glenn Orford and Jono Geraghty collectively raised $2,906 for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand at the Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge in Auckland recently.

“I came up to the Kaipara when I was five years old and have been in the area most of my life and have been with the Maungatūroto Fire Station for just under 30 years,” said station officer Glenn Orford.

“It is my fifth year doing the challenge. This year I was slightly slower. I got second place in my category and 12th overall.”

Glenn says that the event raised a record amount of more than $1.5 million. Despite being affected by Covid in previous years, it continues to draw more and more donations.

“I would like to thank the local supporters and community, including the Maungatūroto Four Square that sponsored a lot of products so we could do a sausage sizzle.

“It is good for my health and fitness. It is for a good cause that is great for

creating comradeship and hopefully helps with recruitment. Firefighting is more than going to car accidents and fires; there are other activities that we can challenge ourselves within the fire service.” If you are interested in becoming a recruit, go to fireandemergency.nz or contact volunteer@fireandemergency.nz. ¢

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Weed Action Piroa Brynderwyn has had its eye on the climbing asparagus infestation behind the Mangawhai Activity Zone ever since Ron Haynes joined as coordinator 16 months ago.

“The war on climbing asparagus at MAZ has started,” says Ron.

Recently, a contractor undertook the first stage of tackling the pervasive weed smothering much of the bush in the Mangawhai Community Park.

“The bush area behind the MAZ pump track is a high-profile site and is particularly visible to those visiting the playground, walking the Last of the Summer Wine track behind the new shared pathway through the Community Park and those driving along Molesworth Drive.

“The area is home to classic kānuka forest with other native species, such as sword sedge and five finger, also wellestablished. It’s an important green space within Mangawhai that we should be proud of and look after.

“With the council sign-off and the weather finally playing ball, it’s great to see this project underway. We have a three-stage plan. Stage one is targeting the climbing asparagus with spray.

“With the impact clearly visible within a month, we hope to motivate volunteers to get involved in subsequent followup hand control. Stages two and three involves follow-up spraying, hand control and planting.

“Climbing asparagus is hard to control. It takes time and perseverance, but can be done, as demonstrated by the work of

the Weed Action group looking after the Cheviot Street Reserve.”

A few volunteers work a couple of hours each week keeping the weed at bay.

“They will complement their weed work with planting native plant species to bolster the ageing kānuka swarth. The planting is possible with the support of volunteers, Kaipara District Council, Mangawhai Natives and Bunnings Mangawhai.

“Weed Action facilitates community groups to take action against the weeds in our community and can assist with tools and advice on tackling difficult weeds. Community action makes things happen. Weed Action ensures work complements that of KDC.”

For more information on the Mangawhai Community Park Weed Action project or the Cheviot Street Reserve Weed Action and planting days email weedactionpb@ gmail.com. ¢

p Maungatūroto firefighters Glenn Orford and Jono Geraghty were the station’s contenders for Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge to raise money and awareness for blood cancer

p Ron Haynes, and Weed Action Piroa Brynderwyn are tackling the climbing asparagus infestation at the Mangawhai Activity Zone

Waste charges on the rise

u by Andy Bryenton

The cost of disposing of household waste is going up, and the Kaipara District Council and waste disposal operators indicate that central government policies are major drivers of this shift.

“The Dargaville and Hakaru Transfer Stations are operated under contract by Kaipara Refuse Limited and Northland Waste,” said infrastructure operations team leader Donna Powell.

“Kaipara Refuse and Northland Waste both sent letters to the council, requesting to raise the disposal rates from July 1, due to cost fluctuation adjustment, the Waste Minimisation Levy and increases to the government’s Emissions Trading Scheme.”

Cost fluctuations cover things such as inflation and the cost of operating a transfer station for refuse. These costs have gone up by close to 15% in the past year alone, according to the KDC’s report. On top of this the government’s Waste Minimisation Levy, which is struck in Wellington, has gone up from $30 a tonne to $50 a tonne. Emissions trading penalties may raise these costs even further, adding to uncertainty.

It all adds up to a blow for households, with the cost of the KDC’s blue rubbish

A focus on organic collections

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Sustainable Kaipara recently presented its solution for waste management at the Kaipara District Council meeting in Dargaville.

“We want a future-focussed waste solution with three points of recycling, behaviour modification and organic solutions,” Sustainable Kaipara director Sarah Bray says.

“Problem plastics are being phased out by the Ministry of Environment, and behaviour modification is effective when it is well invested and designed.”

bags jumping from $3.60 to $4.10. Gate charges for trailer or truck loads of refuse will increase from $65 for each cubic metre to $75 for the same volume. This price rise may cause problems, say KDC sources, and they may not be the last.

“Increasing gate charges could potentially see an increase in illegal dumping throughout Kaipara,” said Donna Powell. “The disposal costs will continue to increase as the government implements initiatives to support its commitment to reduce New Zealand’s carbon footprint.” ¢

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The organisation has done various work within the community via compost workshops, education in schools and assisting businesses to reduce their waste output.

“Most of Kaipara’s waste is organic, and we want to get food scraps out of the blue bags. There is already technology available for compost waste.”

The Ministry of Environment has mandated that food waste collections be running by 2030, and has moved its stance from backing smaller projects to collaborative efforts.

“Organic collections are currently being done with households in Mangawhai, and we want to roll that

initiative out in Northland. It costs $25 a month.

“We would like to see the KDC work with the Far North and Whangārei District Councils and the Community Business and Environment Centre. We are working on a proposal at the moment to submit to the long-term plan.”

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p The cost of landfill and rubbish disposal is on the rise as alternatives to the status quo are debated in public and around the council table

p Sarah Bray, Sustainable Kaipara director shared her points surrounding recycling, behaviour modification and organic waste at the recent Kaipara District Council meeting

Full house for rescue quiz Cinderella’s success on stage

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Dargaville’s quiz night season hit a high point last week, as 30 teams gathered at the town’s fire station to contest the 2023 emergency services quiz event.

Such was the enthusiasm to join in the brain-teasing occasion that space was made for five extra teams, swelling the numbers inside the firehouse to full capacity. With decorations hung and tables laid out for the teams of up to six to a table, the fire brigade also made a provision to deploy, even if the siren sounded during their tenure as hosts.

“It’s a fantastic turnout, and people have made a real effort with their costumes as well,” said Dargaville Chief Fire Officer Jason Campbell. “It shows the level of support our emergency services enjoy.” Jason was dressed entirely in duck-hunting camouflage for the night.

Funds raised from the $20 ticket price to enter will be split between Dargaville’s emergency and rescue teams. Including, but by no means limited to, ambulance, fire, medical, surf life saving and affiliated personnel, this is a roll-call of those who

served tirelessly during Cyclone Gabrielle in February.

Quizmaster James Nyssen delivered 10 rounds of questions, with the winners on the night racking up 81 points in total. The best-dressed team prize went to a group wearing shawls, cardigans and blue-rinse wigs to resemble television sitcom grandmothers. Other themes included special forces commandos, rugby players, hunters and a team all in pink to support breast cancer awareness. ¢

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Dargaville Little Theatre’s production of Cinderella has smashed box office records with a season of full-house performances.

The classic fairy tale was brought to life by an allvolunteer cast, a talented crew, and director Deborah Steele, who says it’s been a great experience bringing the story to the stage.

“It’s the first time in ages that we’ve seen such a thing. The last time must have been our performance of Grease, which is another well-known musical. The fact that Cinderella is for the whole family was one of the big factors. We have had amazingly positive feedback from audiences, young and old.”

The Rodgers and Hammerstein adaptation of the Grimm Brothers tale demands a large cast and contains some big songs. From wicked stepsiblings down to youngsters playing a trio of white mice, there are actors of all ages in a wide variety of roles.

“It was great fun working with this cast,” says Deborah. “Every cast has to figure out how to work best together. You begin with people you may not know and end up as friends.”

Some of the dynamics that developed on stage added whole new aspects to the story.

“The stepfamily, Cinderella’s wicked stepmother and stepsisters, were always written as a comedy trio, but the actors who played them work so well together that they made them simply hilarious,” says the director.

With Theatrefest coming soon and an ambitious comedy planned for late 2023, Dargaville Little Theatre are looking ahead, and they thank the public for their support both as volunteers and as a great audience. ¢

p A huge success and a full house — Dargaville’s emergency services quiz night was the biggest of the season so far

p Cinderella has proven to be one of the most successful and well-watched plays ever performed by the Dargaville Little Theatre

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Council urged to drop waste plan Art to add to museum attractions

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Kaipara District Councillors heard the counter-argument against the construction of a waste-to-energy facility in the district at last week’s council meeting.

Sue Coutts of Zero Waste, a nationwide group working toward ecological solutions to waste disposal issues, made a presentation opposing plans to establish a waste-to-energy (WtE) plant in Kaipara. At the last meeting of the KDC, staff were instructed by the mayor and councillors to look into the practicality of such a project.

Ms Coutts contended that while landfill is not the future, WtE technology also may have its risks.

“What we would say is that burning rubbish and burying rubbish are not solutions,” she said. “Other nations are stepping back from waste incineration.”

The Zero Waste spokesperson raised emissions issues and the danger posed by the post-incineration ash residue. However, her main argument was that existing technologies and techniques could dramatically reduce the amount of refuse produced by Kaipara. The council had already heard that up to 40% of household waste is organic and could be composted.

Ms Coutts cited examples from other nations where 70% of the waste stream has been diverted. She warned against the KDC becoming locked into contracts with WtE operators which would require minimum volumes of refuse over a long timeframe.

Mayor Jepson countered the Dome Valley dump had been planned for a reason. While a zero waste economy is desirable, it may take years to implement. In the meantime, he posits, WtE technology is superior to landfill, especially a landfill in the Dome. ¢

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After two years in Ruawai, White Rock Gallery is on the move again and returning to The Kauri Museum and its third home since first forming in Paparoa at the former old council chambers library annexe.

“The lease was about to be renewed at Ruawai when we got an offer of three rooms at the rear of the Post Office and Telegraph Building at the museum,” said gallery secretary, Sue Taylor “The chance to have our gallery in a heritage building, and to again be part of the museum complex at Matakohe is a dream come true.”

Museum director Barbara Hilden has welcomed the move. “Sharing resources and partnering with local groups like White Rock is part of our mission and mandate and service to visitors. We’re excited to offer the returning tourism market handmade art from the Kaipara.

“We strive to make the museum a vibrant, welcoming, and inclusive place. White Rock’s return on July 1 is a critical part of that and will go a long way to helping to animate Matakohe.

We’re thrilled to see them return and know that our guests will be as well! White Rock will be closing its doors in Ruawai on Sunday, June 25, to open here, a week later.”

Sue says the gallery will open seven days a week, 10am to 4pm. “Any artists or crafters who are Kaipara residents are very welcome to become a part of White Rock Gallery Inc and have work displayed and available for sale to visitors from around the world. Contact us to find out more.” ¢

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p Councillors took in the points made by Zero Waste against waste-to-energy adoption in Kaipara

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News from Kaipara District Council

Council appoints a new working party for the District Plan Review

Kaipara District Council has introduced a working party to work with staff to finalise development of the Proposed District Plan.

The appointed working party will provide more flexibility than a full Council briefing and can dive deeper into areas of the District Plan where further work and refinement of the Plan is required.

All Elected Members will still have an opportunity to provide feedback on the recommendations of the Working Party.

Have your say on a playground for Baylys Beach

Do you live in or love visiting Baylys Beach? Tell us what you think about a new playground for the settlement.

In a previous consultation, some residents told us they wanted a playground in Baylys Beach. That was a few years ago, so we want to know whether this is a current priority for residents and visitors.

Tell us if you want a playground and your preferred location. Think about connectivity between the playground and surrounding areas, and safe access along the journey. This information will also feed into a connectivity plan for the town.

If the community clearly supports a playground, Council will look at funding opportunities.

Head to kaipara.govt.nz to complete the questionnaire. You’ll find a link under Alerts on the homepage. Feedback closes 5pm Friday 30 June 2023.

Kaipara Libraries update

Takurua (Winter) has arrived and so has the Takurua catalogue! The seasonal catalogue is filled with new book recommendations, how-to tips and new TUTU collection items. Pick up the catalogue from any Kaipara library or view the online version at ent.kotui.org.nz/client/en_AU/kaipara/

The Takurua reading and activity challenge is available on Beanstack from 1 June – 31 August 2023. There will also be a Matariki Challenge starting mid-June. Earn virtual tickets during these challenges and put them towards a prize of your choice. Follow Kaipara Libraries on Facebook to see the top readers each week.

Each month, Dargaville Library encourages visitors to try a new phrase in te reo Māori.

Phrase for Pipiri June:

He rangi makariri tēnei - It’s cold today

Reserve Contributions Fund now open

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 2023.

Dog registrations

Dog registrations can be renewed from early July. Make sure your furry friend is up to date by 31 August. Pay on time and avoid penalty fees. For 2023-2024, there is an increase to dog registration fees. The increase is to cover costs after three years with no change to the fee amount. Dog registration fees can be found in our Fees and Charges list at kaipara.govt.nz/fees

You can avoid queues and register online at kaipara.govt.nz/annual-dog-registration

Exercise your dog responsibly

All dogs need and love to exercise, so it is important that dog owners know about the areas available for on and off-leash dog walking. Our website has some general rules and tips for exercising your dog in Kaipara, as well as an interactive map showing on and off-leash dog walking areas. It also shows you where dogs are prohibited. Thank you for taking the lead.

Rating Information Database

Council’s Rating Information Database (RID) contains all the property information we use to set and assess rates. You can check your property information on the RID and object to information on the database. The RID can be viewed in our Dargaville and Mangawhai offices during office hours and online at kaipara.govt.nz/rates

Upcoming Council meetings

• Council Briefing, 9.30am Wed 07 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and streamed on YouTube

• Audit, Risk and Finance Committee, 9.30am Thu 8 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Awards and Grants Committee, 10am Mon 12 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• District Plan Review Briefing, 9.30am Wed 14 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and streamed on YouTube

• Economic Development Committee, 9.30am Wed 21 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Remuneration and Development Committee, 1.00pm Wed 21 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

• Council Meeting, 9.30am Wed 28 June, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

This is subject to change, please visit Council’s website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.

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Free advice on mental wellness

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An acclaimed speaker on better mental health for families is coming to Dargaville for a free, open seminar this month.

On Monday, June 12, Jordan Smith will host a talk at Dargaville Baptist Church hall from 7pm, sharing some simple tools and techniques to deal with the pressures of modern life. It’s all practical stuff without the clinical technicality, says event coordinator Deborah Steele. Jordan’s tips and techniques have helped people around New Zealand navigate the big issues and pressures of modern family life.

“We all rely on our mental health and resilience to make the most of everyday life. Good levels of mental health and resilience to deal with the challenges we face in life. Some of this is complex, but there are some simple things we can all learn to improve our mental health and expand our resilience,” says Jordan. His background is in promoting mental health, going into schools and workplaces for a frank and honest chat about how to beat things like stress, social media pressure, anxiety and bullying. He led a major anti-bullying campaign across 200 schools in 2018. Jordan has been working since 1999 in the field of mental wellness, and his current tour is an outreach to the small towns of rural New Zealand.

Naming new expansions

u by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council has approved the official names for 62 new roads formed during the past five years and delivering a snapshot of growth and change.

In a twist of jurisdiction, the Northland Transportation Alliance has recently ceded the responsibility of naming new roads in the Kaipara District back to the local council and its resource consenting department. It led to a backlog of some five year’s worth of roads yet to be officially named. While councillors could vote to change some of the chosen names, KDC resource consent manager Lloyd Barton has advised keeping all 62 as written.

Guests on June 12 will get an insight into what he’s learned in all this time and some simple ways to become more resilient to life’s trials and challenges. While this event is hosted by the Baptist Church hall, Jordan Smith’s presentation is not of a religious nature. It’s a free, open event for everyone and a light supper is provided. ¢

“Everyone has been using these names for several years,” said Mr Barton. “Other stakeholders, such as New Zealand Post and local emergency services know and use these roads. All that is required is council approval.”

That approval was sought and delivered, but the very existence of 62 new roads points to the rapid growth in the area. Of the list, 55 are private roads built as part of residential development activities; the rest are public roads. A full 26 are located in Mangawhai, confirming

its status as the fastest-growing area in the nation. Kaiwaka, Paparoa and Maungatūroto were also represented, with only one new road laid down in Dargaville. Road naming conventions were also exposed by the report. Developers who build a road must provide three options for authorities to choose from, and all road names in te reo Māori must be consulted on with local iwi. Natural names such as Cherrywood, Eagle Ray, Swordfish and Pipit dominated the list, with the late Queen receiving a nod in the title of Windsor Way. ¢

p Guest speaker Jordan Smith is an experienced campaigner for better mental health, and he has practical tips to share when he visits Dargaville this month

p Matakohe’s newest road immortalises the Minnie Casey, a famous ship built in 1875 which used to sail the harbour — it’s one of 62 new roads officially named this week

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POA VIEW 12.00-1.00pm, Sunday 11 June

Ron Grbin

M 027 471 6388

E rgrbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

Erin Grbin

M 021 716 388

E Erin.Grbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

DARGAVILLE Lot 3 Colville Road

Just Out of Town

Great lifestyle property that consists of 3.6 hectares more lor less subject to a subdivision/boundary adjustment. Two storey home with two bedrooms plus a sleepout, one bathroom, plus ensuite, open plan living, internal access to a large double garage with workshop and large storage area and laundry downstairs. Great shedding with a two bay shed with another large shed with workshop and the sleep out attached. The property has one large, sheltered paddock great for running some cattle, sheep or a horse or two.

Give us a call today to book a viewing time or we will see you at the Open Home.

pggwre.co.nz/DAG37952

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PRICE ON APPLICATION

VIEW 1.00-2.00pm, Sunday 11 June

Access at 110 Colville Road

Ron Grbin

M 027 471 6388

E rgrbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

Erin Grbin

M 021 716 388

E Erin.Grbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

PRICE REDUCED

WAIOTIRA

Bush Hideaway

21 hectares (subject to title)

• North facing, privacy, mature native bush

• Spots to build

• Be off the grid

4.1 hectares registered to ETS

Make this your hideaway and enjoy the peace and quiet

pggwre.co.nz/DAG37938

$350,000 GST Inclusive

WAIOTIRA

Something for Everyone

20 hectares (approximately and subject to title) a tidy three bedroom and office home, open plan with covered deck area. A double car garage, storage and room above that has kitchenette, shower, vanity and toilet downstairs. All set in established gardens. Tidy woolshed, large covered yards which would be great for calf rearing or goat housing, dam water with water pump and power, rolling hill contour. Property has a long road frontage and rural views. Motivated vendorsthis block has been priced to sell.

Megan Browning

M 027 668 8468

PAPAROA

Plenty Here for Everyone

26 hectares in one title

Four bedroom home, two bathrooms

Converted woolshed (No CCC)

Grazing land

There should be something here for everyone. Home has a covered deck and set back from the road giving you privacy. There is a converted woolshed made into living quarters and also has a kitchen and bathroom (this is not consented). The land is rolling to hill contour. Water is via tanks, there are troughs in paddocks (need connections). Paparoa approximately 6kms away for weekend markets or head out to Pahi for fishing.

pggwre.co.nz/DAG37923

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$595,000

GST Inclusive

VIEW By Appointment Only

Megan Browning

M 027 668 8468

E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAG37826

PAPAROA

Looking for a Small Piece of Land?

Then this 7.4 hectares of land could well be it. Only 6km from Paparoa. Tarseal road to your gate also on the same road to Whangarei if you’re working. Rolling to hill contour but has some awesome views and a few spots that you could add your future home/tiny home and or caravan. Clean, fertile land, good access off the Paparoa-Oakleigh Road. Some fencing needs attention, room to add in more paddocks. One part is lovely and sheltered. No water on the block. Power is running along the road and your own investigation would need to be done to see if you can connect to this or just go off grid.

pggwre.co.nz/DAG37984

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$695,000 GST Inclusive

Megan Browning

M 027 668 8468

$250,000

GST Inclusive

VIEW By Appointment Only

Megan Browning

M 027 668 8468

E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz

Learning for life made easier

u by

Andy Bryenton

Professionals in all

trades and

Upskilling, retraining and keeping up with new technologies, trends and social forces, let alone laws, regulations and international business peers, can be a hectic learning curve. Those who were never academically minded at school may worry about the amount of learning required to keep on the cutting edge. New research suggests that there are ways to make absorbing new information easier. At its core is a single quality: neuroplasticity.

know that learning does not end when you gain your qualifications, and step out into

“Neuroplasticity refers to your brain’s ability to restructure or rewire itself when it recognises the need for adaptation. In other words, it can continue developing and changing throughout life,” says Crystal Raypole and Dr Timothy Legg, experts on the subject.

“Experts previously believed that after a given point in life, your brain could no longer change or develop further. Now they know this isn’t true.”

To make it easier to grasp new concepts that could help you with your work, career or business, scientists working on neuroplasticity suggest embracing a few leisuretime pursuits which have not only produced good outcomes in terms of education; they have also demonstrably increased the weight of ‘grey matter’ and ‘white matter’ in the brain.

Travel and learn a language — Even a short trip overseas with fullimmersion language experiences can pay huge dividends. Some researchers believe that revisiting language-learning parts of the brain you likely first used as a baby helps ‘reboot’ the brain’s ability to absorb knowledge on other topics.

p Learning and upskilling all through life is easier if you know how to activate your brain’s neuroplasticity; things like learning a new language can help

us open to new ideas. Areas of the brain stimulated by creativity are the same ones which need to be fired up for new concepts to stick.

Get creative — Learning music, especially learning to read sheet music, has similar effects to learning Japanese or French. However, just getting lost in the moment with painting, sculpting, pottery, music or writing can put the mind into a state that’s similar to deep meditation. Unsurprisingly, creating new ideas makes

Exercise — This one’s simple, and it’s not just about having a healthy body and a healthy brain. Aerobic exercise boosts the supply of oxygen to the brain, and this makes it run better, just like getting more oxygen into a motor. If you’re about to embark on a day of learning, fit in half an hour of light aerobic exercise, and you’ll retain what you have learned much better. ¢

Protect yourself from online scams

u by Andy Bryenton

Confidence tricks, scams and ruses have a long history, but shutting them down is often just a matter of applying common sense.

In the 1700s, rich Englishmen began to receive strange letters, claiming to be from a distant relative held captive by the Spanish navy. By sending money to bribe the prison guards, the long-lost relative could break free and share a vast hoard of buried gold with their generous kinsman. Of course, it was a scam.

The ‘Spanish Prisoner’ trick has been joined by more modern takes, such as the ‘Rich Scots Uncle’ and the ‘Nigerian Prince’, but all have one thing in common. They are crooked plots to part the credulous with their money. With the advent of the information age, we all must be wary of these and more sophisticated tricks.

In 2016 the government set aside $22 million to establish a Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT), helping to protect the nation against scams and cyber attacks. It seems to have been a timely move. In 2017 this

newly formed defensive line fielded 1,131 reports of malicious scams online. By 2021 the number had risen to 8,831. These online scams ranged from emails soliciting money to plots to steal sensitive data such as bank account details.

The advice from computer experts about being safe from scams is simple; invest in good anti-malware, anti-virus and anti-spyware programmes, but remember that your common sense is the first line of defence. If something seems too good to be true, then it probably is.

Remember, too, that the company who built your computer will never call you on the phone about a fault. Those phone scammers want to hack in and steal your information.

The same holds true for buying things online. CERT staff have seen a rise in online shopping scams recently and say that many of these criminals take great

pains to pretend to be local when they are not. To be safe, it’s best to deal only with reputable, known businesses online, especially if you’re sending your credit card details in exchange for a product you have never seen. If a website doesn’t list a physical address, or if they don’t display their terms of trade, including return policies, walk away. ¢

p Worried about cyber-security? Get some good advice from your local IT professionals, and apply some common sense to online offers ‘too good to be true’

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Rush of the job

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Imagine finding a cyber-bank robber advertising their services in the classifieds, although it could be possible — there are legal professions out of the general norm.

These jobs are perfect for someone wanting a challenge or an adrenaline rush. A legal bank robber could be fun for someone meticulous. It gives banks the opportunity to see where their security measures are flawed.

Technically, these professionals are referred to as penetration testers. For intelligent folk keen to challenge their computer skills, the job could be quite fun. These white hat hackers sneak past virtual security to assess what parts of the system are weak and easily hacked.

It is different from being a security analyst where they constantly monitor the system. Penetration testers get paid well for their rogueish antics, normally getting between $100,000–$160,000 a year in New Zealand.

The job can take you around the world as you expose vulnerabilities and work at patching them up. It is the modern version of a bank heist but the difference is that they want you to test their systems.

The aeroplane repossession business can produce a thrill and a decent earning too. It is more than having a pilot’s licence and being able to deal with difficult situations. The role also requires people to have experience with various aircraft models and makes. Imagine hopping in the cockpit of a jet worth millions of dollars and getting paid a portion of the resale value.

You get to experience various aircraft and travel, sometimes across the globe. However, it is a job that comes with risk. Some people neglect to pay the finance company or banks aren’t always compliant, and it isn’t unheard of that repossession agents can be met with gun-toting debtees. The job can be flexible and you could even do freelance work.

If you want a unique job, explore the peculiar jobs that are out there and challenge yourself. There are a myriad of professions out there to choose from — from snake milker to panda fluffer. ¢

p The role of an aeroplane repossession pilot requires more than having a pilot’s licence and can involve high-risk situations

Fun is the new efficiency

u by Andy Bryenton

Hybridisation, fuel economy, extra range, practical storage space and lots of safety; these are all check-boxes that must be ticked when it’s time to choose a new car.

However, despite the best efforts of some manufacturers to convince us that a car is basically a large appliance that lives outside the kitchen there’s still another factor which beats all, when it’s really time to get into the driver’s seat and live with a car long-term. That factor is fun, and it’s the difference between a dreary chore of a drive and a road trip that puts a smile on your face.

We’ve reached a point with hybrid and even electric vehicles where safety, range and economy of operation are all superb. They deliver figures far beyond what we could have dreamed possible in the 1990s. So where is the next horizon for innovation? How do you beat the competition when it seems that everything

has become a smooth-cornered five-seat SUV with Scandinavian levels of safety and comfort and the running costs of a small hamster?

Honda has the answer because it agrees that fun is what’s missing from many otherwise superb modern cars. Hence, its latest offering, the ZR-V.

“I am so excited with Honda’s brand new SUV with new powertrain and e:HEV technology. I am also very proud that Honda has never given up on driving joy,” says Honda New Zealand managing director Nobuya Sonoda.

“With e:HEV Honda delivers the ease, efficiency and convenience of hybrid with the trusted heritage, quality and safety of Honda. The ride is smooth and comfortable while the interior boasts beautiful styling, leading-edge connectivity and generous space for families, including weekday practicalities and sporty weekend fun.”

Yes, it’s an SUV, and yes, it’s available as a hybrid. But then again, it’s also available with a turbocharged VTEC engine, like those wonderful peppy CR-X

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and Prelude models we remember and love. The press materials talk about racebred success, about Honda smashing Nurburgring records and providing the engines for F1 Aston-Martins. Certainly, this cute but purposeful-looking little family car will do school runs and grocery load-outs with frugal, fully connected, safety-assisted aplomb, says Honda. Still, what are the first words that Mr Sonoda’s press corps published about the pair of ZR-Vs?

“Both will handle and drive like a dream.”

Fozzie’s Garage

So, the interior has been made sleek and plush enough to rattle Lexus, with Honda stating an aim to become Japan’s most prestigious carmaker. The appbased control and command system puts pure Tesla-style electro-wizardry at your fingertips. However, this is simply the icing on the cake when the ZR-V is being routinely compared to the Civic hot hatch. That’s good fun, and making your daily drive a happy place is an innovation well worth appreciating. We’re told that the first 100 cars sold out the morning they were made available. ¢

Honda’s new ZR-V offers a feature many motorists prize above even fuel economy and boot space; it’s

It is not to late to star tyour study jour ney

We have over 50 courses that you could begin in the middle of the year and get ahead start on yourlearning for 2024. You could complete aNZCertificate by the end of the year or get learning on one of our Diplomas on offer, or even make astart on our degrees.

“I’ve loved sports since Iwas little. Every weekend at home I’d be outside playinggames. It grew from that into apassion.” Madelineis currently studying the NZ Diploma in Sport, Recreation, and Exercise (Level 6) to turn herpassion for sport into afulfillingcareer.

“Once Icomplete my studies Iwant to go to Australia and workthere for awhile. Then when the time is right, I’d like to move back and put all my skillsinto High Performance Sport New Zealand and make it better for the next generation.” Madeline’s found the courses have helped hone her passion and guide her in the right direction.

“There are alot of papers in the course and that gives you ahuge range of topics to explore. You mightnot like something at the start, but as you explore topics you can find apassion for something new.”

“There’s something foreveryone, especially in the sport andrecreation courses. We have people wanting to go into teaching, personal training, high-performance sport, strength andconditioning, and couching. And that’s just in one course. You can do anything here.”

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TOPSALESPERSON BAYLEYSDARGAVILLE 2023

Gotta love rural Kaipara. Thebeautiful farmland, the winding Northern Wairoa, and the rich history combine to create a special placetoliveand work. As aBayleys Country agent, Iconnect people and property.Whether considering selling or buying in Kaipara, your decision is about morethan four walls and the soil type -it’salso about the community TheDargaville Volunteer FireBrigade areavital part of our rural community,and with the wild weather we’veseen so farthis year,they’vebeen morecritical than ever before. I’m committed to donating $500 from each property sold directly to the Dargaville Volunteer FireBrigade,helping to fund and upgrade essential equipment so theycan continue to keep the Kaiparasafe.

I’m proud to support and champion local businessand always keep an ear on what’shappening in the rural sector Keen to find out more? Justgivemeacall.

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WHAT’S ON?

June

Social Book Club — 7th June 5.15 to 6.15pm at Dargaville Library, 71 Normanby Street. Have a cuppa, meet new people, chat about your latest reads. No expectations. Come along to share or simply listen.

All Welcome.

Pakihi Maori Development Wananga — 10th June 10am to 1pm at 43 Tirarau Street. Contact kaiora@ mahiagroup.com or phone 021 704 084 Te Puni Koriri

Kaihu Valley Trail — 10th June. Opening of Stage One — Blessing at Ahikiwi Bridge at 1pm. RSVP to kaihutrail@kaipara.govt.nz.

Kaihu Valley Trail Bike Ride — 10th June 10.30am meet at corner of Hokianga Rd and Station Rd.

Neil Diamond Tribute featuring Mark Taipari — 10 June 3.30–6.30pm at the Kaihu Tavern. Cover charge $10.

Mental Health & Resilience for Your Whanau with Jordan Smith — 12th June 7pm at the Baptist Church, Victoria Street. Free Entry and supper provided.

Life’s a Bitch Comedy Night — 14th June. Arapohue Hall at 7–9pm. Tickets $10 (buy 2 or more and save 25%). Purchase online at humanitix.co.nz. Search Life’s A Bitch — Contains adult themes.

Kauri Coast Mountain Bike Park Fundraiser Trivia Night — 24th June 7pm at Northern Wairoa Boating Club. $120 per team up to 6 members — Good Prizes and Fun Night. Food available from 6pm. Contact Anna 021 160 7518 to register. Registrations close Friday 23rd June.

Markets

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

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

Paparoa Artisan Market — 4th Sunday monthly 12–4pm. Paparoa Memorial Hall.

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

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

Clubs/Organisations

57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.

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

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

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

Badminton — Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm at the Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157.

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

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 Contract Bridge Club — Tuesdays

12.45pm and Thursdays 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.

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

Dargaville Friendship Club — meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10am at the NW Boating Club. For info phone Brian 09 439 5959.

Dargaville Games Club — 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Dargaville Scout Hall, Onslow St, 6pm–9pm.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years. Thursdays after school — 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.

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

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

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

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

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

Dargaville Women’s Club — Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every month 10am at the Methodist Church, Cnr Normanby Street and Awakino Road. Contact Fiona on 020 4155 5484 for more info.

Grandparents raising grandchildren — First Tuesday of every month except during school holidays. Noon at Whanau focus, Victoria St, Dargaville (next to bakehouse). Contact Sandy dargaville@grg.org.nz or 021 044 6214.

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

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

TIDE CHART

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. If you are riding the Kauri Coast Mountain Bike Park or you want to join the Kaipara Cycling Club go to join.hivepass. co.nz or email kaiparacycling@gmail.com.

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

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

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

Lions Club of Ruawai — Meets 3rd Thursday of the month (social night) at the Sports Club and 1st Thursday of the month (business meeting). For more info contact 09 439 2029 or 09 439 2557.

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

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

Narcotics Anonymous — Tuesdays 1pm–2pm.

1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville.

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 DNA at the Research Rooms, Dargaville Museum, 4th Sunday of each month 12.30–2pm OR attend our monthly meetings on the 4th Sunday of the month from 2pm–4pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — Starts at 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155.

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

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

Petanque — social play. Mondays 9.15 till 11.30, $2, fun exercise, beginners welcome, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920. Pono Lodge Yoga — Pono Lodge, 41 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Mondays: Hatha Flow 5.30pm, Yin 7pm. Tuesdays: Body Focus 9.30am. For more info contact Anisha 021 301 860 or see our Facebook page Dargaville Yoga.

Practising Presence — Mondays 6–7pm Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Led moving and sitting meditations. Remaining in the present moment is the key to inner peace but it takes practice! Exchange: $10 or what you can afford. Maureen 021 0231 8008. www. bringbalance.co.nz.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.

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

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Secretary/Treasurer Betty Bruce 09 439 4344. Ruawai Gardening Club — Meetings or other activities held on 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. New members welcome. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.

Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 2pm–5pm at theYugoslav Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634 for more details.

Stitches and Craft — 5 Cranley St, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details.

Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. Small class groups. 9am–10am, $10 per session. If you’re 50+ and want to improve your movement as you age, this is the class for you. With some commitment you can gain strength as you condition your body for aging. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Morning tea and lunch will be served. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $8per session Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

PUZZLE TIME

ACROSS

1 Take place (5)

4 Matching siblings (9,5)

11 Game fish (5)

14 Body organ (5)

15 Factual TV programme (11)

16 Fort troops (8)

19 Comfort someone in disappointment, loss (7)

20 Upper leg (5) 21 Impudent, brazen (9) 24 Fictitious name (9) 26 Rugged (6) 27 High-pitched and piercing (6)

31 Characteristic (5) 32 Royal daughter (8) 34 In an exhaustive manner (10)

38 Firmly loyal (7) 39 Horse barn (6) 40 Restless (6) 41 Cipher (4) 42 Takes receipt of (7) 45 Philanthropic (10) 50 Came to rest (7) 54 Walking track (4)

Sudoku

ACROSS: 1 Unity, 4 By hook or by crook, 14 Check, 15 Jumpy, 16 Proprietor, 17 Fatal, 19 Gel, 20 Farrier, 21 Cathedral, 22 Dampen, 25 Make a fuss, 27 Tumult, 28 Debate, 33 Compliment, 35 Arc, 36 Leeway, 37 Edam, 39 Key, 41 Bedouin, 42 Cuckoo, 43 Untutored, 44 Frill, 45 Attained, 50 If, 51 Criminal, 55 Apron, 58 Prolonged, 59 Influx, 60 Obscure, 61 Apt, 63 Line, 64 Infirm, 65 Ice, 66 Accidental, 68 Viewer, 69 Cancel, 71 Overtaken, 76 Meekly, 77 Mercenary, 79 Stratum, 81 Era, 84 Vital, 85 Prohibited, 86 Funds, 87 Alike, 88 Thin on the ground, 89 Fever.

DOWN: 2 Nougat, 3 Taper, 5 Yarn, 6 Orphans, 7 Knight, 8 Rated, 9 Yardarm, 10 Raft, 11 Outlaw, 12 Feign, 13 Skyline, 14 Clipper, 18 Repetition, 23 Offer, 24 Gleeful, 26 Amphora, 27 Tick off, 29 Andiron, 30 Covert, 31 Lanky, 32 Barter, 34 Tour, 36 Lydia, 38 Medal, 40 Atom, 45 Appal, 46 Trounce, 47 Idol, 48 Edging, 49 Cream, 50 Initial, 52 In bad taste, 53 Incense, 54 Abroad, 55 Admiral, 56 Often, 57 Tuba, 62 Score, 67

Fill the grid so that every column, every row and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.

Deceive, 68 Vinegar, 70 Cheapen, 72 Vertigo, 73 Clutch, 74 Ending, 75 Muddle, 76 Maxim, 78 Cloth, 80 Azure, 82 Clan, 83 Keen.

Insert the missing letters to complete ten words — five across the grid and five down. More than one solution may be possible.

All puzzles © The Puzzle Company www.thepuzzlecompany.co.nz

Helping hearts through education

u by Amy Fifita

Hato Hone St John is running two free Three Steps of Life courses on what to do when someone is experiencing a cardiac arrest on Monday, June 12, in Kaiwaka and Maungatūroto.

“I am passionate about St John and have been with the organisation for 40 years. We feel that everyone should be able to use a defibrillator and know CPR,” says St John spokesperson Eileen Parsons.

In New Zealand, more than 2,000 people have a cardiac arrest with a survival rate of one in 10. Patients who do not receive those methods decrease survival by 10–15% every minute they do not receive assistance. When CPR and defibrillators are implemented, the chance of survival increases by 40%.

The initiative is a two-hour course and is open to anyone. It focusses on educating the public on how to take action in the life-risking situation of cardiac arrest. Basic skills will be covers calling emergency services, starting CPR and using a defibrillator.

By opening its doors and educating people at no cost, St John hopes to equip people with the knowledge needed

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to act when they witness someone in cardiac arrest.

“I will be running the sessions with other Otamatea Area Committee members. We believe it is a fantastic advance for St John. It will show how easy it is to save a life in the case of a cardiac arrest.”

The first course is at the St John Hall on the corner of State Highway One and Gibbons Road in Kaiwaka and starts at 10am. The Maungatūroto session is at the St John Station at 172 Hurndall Street from 2pm–4pm. ¢

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