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March 10 2015

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Testing young talent ‘Ruawai’ Launch

The Northland Regional Council has launched its new 6.7 metre Kaipara Harbour workboat …

Colour for coins

The Dargaville Arts Association splashed some colour around the Northern Field Days this year, raising awareness and funds for a new art centre …

p Rippa rugby kept children busy at the Dargaville combined sports expo and children’s day. The various sports clubs had children testing their talent. “Caroline’s Crazy Critters petting farm was a big hit and the day was fun-filled with many different activities for all to try. Although numbers were slightly down, it was great to be able to spend more time interacting with the families,” said organiser Yvette Gilchrist.

Bridge promise boosts stakes u by Paul Campbell

The government has pledged to upgrade the twin one-way bridges at Matakohe as part of a multimillion dollar injection into Northland, as the by-election campaign heats up in the wake of polls showing Winston Peters New Zealand First is leading the charge.

Big opportunity for Selwyn

Selwyn Graham has been given a lifechanging opportunity …

The promise is to replace 10 singlelane bridges in Northland over the next six years, at a cost of between $32 million and $69 million. There has been no elaboration on the huge disparity in the amount of money said to be spent. National’s candidate for the Northland by-election Mark Osborne, with transport

minister Simon Bridges, revealed the plans to upgrade the bridges on the Twin Coast Highway. This came hard on the heels of Mr Peters whistle stop visit to Dargaville, where he once attended school, telling a street meeting: “Look at the roads, the one way bridges. There are more

here than anywhere else in the country,” he said. The National pledge was “political cynicism of the worst sort. In their one week of panic they can’t decide between $32 million and $69 million. That tells you everything. continued on page 5 …

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p Local lifeguard Neil McInnes (pictured) took out top honours in both the open and classic division at the 23rd Annual Lifeguard Longboard National Competition. Fellow local Robyn Turnbull showed true prowess and was a standout in the women’s events. Mangawhai’s Dave Sneyd, took out top honours in the masters division and the juniors saw a couple of new faces in Jake Morgan-Kemp from Red beach and Orewa’s brother and sister combo Travis and Courtney Salahub.

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p Former local lad and New Zealand test cricketer Dion Nash visited year 9 and 10 students at Dargaville High School last week. Together with former international Reece Young and two rising cricket stars, Dion ran an afternoon training session for 35 year 9 and 10 students. The cricketers also made time to engage with the Northern Wairoa Cricket Club, parents and high school staff. Sport Northland’s Joey Yovich said “it was a real success”

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p The Southern Rugby team will battle it out against Pipiwai in their first game of the season during the Southern Rugby Football Club open day at the Te Kopuru rugby grounds on Saturday, March 14 with a 2pm kick off. There will be a barbecue at 11.30am for club members but all are welcome. The two sides are seen here in a previous encounter.

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Kellys Bay fire updated ‘Ruawai’ launch u by Ayla Miller

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A drop in wind meant a fire on Pouto Peninsula was no longer threatening residential properties in the Kellys Bay area, as Lifestyler went to press, but authorities warn it may burn for weeks to come.

The Northland Regional Council has launched its new 6.7 metre Kaipara Harbour workboat.

p Des Subritzky, Graeme Ramsey and Reverend Rex Nathan at the launch of the Northland Regional Council’s new boat ‘Ruawai’ at the Ruawai boat ramp

p The fire at Kellys Bay covers a wide area

“We are talking about a matter of weeks. There won’t necessarily be flames, just smouldering and possible hot spots,” said Conservation partnerships manager for the Northern district, Sue Reed Thomas. “It will take significant time to ensure there is no danger from these.” Some community members who had self-vacated last Friday evening were advised last Monday it was safe to return, at which stage the fire had burnt over 10 kilometres with 205 hectares of secondary ground cover in flames.

Eighty personnel were continuing to work in the affected area. Kelly’s Bay Road north had been closed with only residents and fire crews allowed access. There have been reports of smoke and dust hazards on Pouto Road which is being used as a detour. Drivers must stick to a 40 kilometre an hour speed limit due to poor visibility. The Department of Conservation is waiting confirmation on how the fire started and where but is being treated as suspicious. For fire updates, go to our website at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz. ¢

Aptly, the customised vessel named Ruawai, was launched at its namesake town boating ramp last Monday. The boat is an off-the-shelf designed and built Surtees, outfitted to regional council requirements, and worth about $120,000 including its trailer. “The naming of the boat ‘Ruawai’ really reflects how important the river and harbour is to the community,” said councillor Graeme Ramsey. “It will go on to do monitoring work on the harbour navigational aids and reflects the importance of freshwater management and the life of the harbour for the council. It’s a big part of our job and it’s good that we will have the equipment to do it.”

The ‘Ruawai’ is equipped with the latest technology with built in sonar scanning to find sunken vessels, navigation aids and moorings. The launch was followed by a gathering at the Ruawai Football Club Room where harbour warden Des Subritzky spoke about the history of the steamboat ‘SS Ruawai’ which used to be a familiar sight along the Northern Wairoa pre-1948. The new vessel replaces ‘Tai Ao’ which has been the workboat for 14 years and joins two other council craft. The ‘Ruawai’ will be kept in Whangarei for most of the work in the southern area including the Kaipara Harbour. ¢

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Ruawai Lions charity auction Centre marks u by Ann Morgan

Ruawai Lions will soon be out and about collecting goods for their annual auction to raise funds for the many organisations and individuals in the community that receive donations each year. Kaipara Kumara forecourt is the place to come on Saturday, March 28. “There are many bargains to be found — electrical goods, furniture, bric-abrac, books, toys, farming goods and more. We also have sponsors’ products for auction too — does anyone need metal for their races?” says club secretary Dorothy Simpson.

Proceeds will go to many different causes including college sports teams, our local memorial hall, the Rescue Helicopter, school prizegivings, Hospice Kaipara and St John’s. “Lions always welcome new members, men and women from a range of different backgrounds. “Our success is the community’s success and this depends on community support.” If you have something saleable to contribute to the auction contact Jim or Dorothy Simpson on 09 439 2557 or any Ruawai Lions member and they will make arrangements for your goods to be collected. ¢

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With hard work and determination Kaurilands Skills Centre have made it to their 25th anniversary and will be celebrating with a jubilee on Saturday, March 21.

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p Some of the first clients to live at Kaurilands Skills Centre

General manager Karen Duncan has sent out around 200 invitations to past staff, clients and volunteers. The celebrations include a lunch gathering where a plaque will be unveiled, a time capsule created and guests may look around the centre. An evening event will include supper and speeches. Mayor of the Far North, John Carter will also be attending the jubilee. As a local MP at the time of opening, he played an important part in getting the centre started. “The jubilee will be a celebration and a thank you to everyone

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who has helped us along the way,” says Karen. As for the future of Kaurilands, “We want to continue to provide a good life for our service users and provide opportunities for them. “It will be a sort of reunion where former staff and clients can meet again. They can catch up with old friends as there will be a lot of people who haven’t seen each other in a long time.” Anyone who has been involved and hasn’t received an invite can contact Kaurilands Skills Centre on 09 439 2140. ¢

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Colour for coins

… continued from front page

The Dargaville Arts Association splashed some colour around the Northern Field Days this year, raising awareness and funds for a new art centre.

Bridge promise boosts stakes “In fact, plans for the same work existed in the roading plan in 2009, but were pulled by Mr Bridge’s predecessor.“ Mr Osborne is in a two-horse race with Mr Peters after the Northland seat became available following the resignation of National’s Mike Sabin. Opinion poll results have Labour’s Willow-Jean Prime a trailing third, but leader Andrew Little has indicated his party’s followers in Far North could give their vote to Mr Peters instead, “to send the government a message,” a statement echoing Mr Peter’s campaign slogan. While Mr Peters has accused the government of neglecting the region, particularly its roading, Mr Bridges says the National-led government had invested over $750 million in Northland roads in the past seven years. Mr Peters says he will be

working on policies that will use Northland’s natural resources to add value to the community. Roading and transport was a hotly debated topic in the crowd at his Dargaville stopover with onlookers querying his proposal to fix Northland’s roads and work on the railway lines. “I promise you the Northland railway system will be fixed up and a link with Marsden Point will be put in for the first time,” he said. ¢ Footnote: GreyPower will hold a by-election candidate’s meeting at the Methodist Church on Friday, March 20 at 1pm with National candidate Mike Osborne, Labour’s Willow-Jean Prime, Focus’s Joe Carr, Act’s Robin Grieve and Mana’s Rueben Taipari Porter, expected to attend.

SHANE CULLEN p Lee Giles, Peter Boyd and Kimberly Bartz of the Dargaville Arts Association, fundraising at the Northland Field Days

“We are working towards creating a full arts centre which will bring together all the community painters, sculptors and musicians and make Dargaville a thriving arts town,” said vice-chairman and abstract painter Peter Boyd. “We need a bit of funding to keep us going, to make what we do worthwhile and to make sure what we do has maximum input into the community.” The Dargaville Arts Association Inc is a non-profit organisation. The centre aims to create a sustainable environment that will support artists to see them grow, learn and teach through workshops and hold exhibitions to promote their works.

“We will be arranging more fundraising events further down the track,” he said. “I see a lot of value in creativity. It is very therapeutic. We have incredibly talented people here in Dargaville and we want to give them a space to be able to express that. “There are a number of different arts centres around the country, like the Quarry Arts Centre in Whangarei, that we would like to incorporate ideas from. It is essential to have a platform to promote our works.” Contact the Dargaville Ar ts Association at dargavillearts@gmail. com. ¢

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Dargaville High School Year 9 to Year 13 Academic Coaching Interviews An invitation is extended to all parents and caregivers to attend Academic Coaching Interviews, with your child’s form class teacher. Academic Coaching will be held over two days at Dargaville High School; Thursday 26th March, 9.00am until 7.00pm and Friday 27th March 9.00am until 3.15pm. Parents/caregivers are requested to make ONE twenty minute interview time for their child. Dargaville High School will be closed for instruction on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th March 2015, enabling academic coaching interviews to take place. To make an appointment for the Academic Coaching Interview you can: 1) Book online using www.schoolinterviews.co.nz Unique code is 4MVVZ

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2) Return the appointment slip (below) with your child, stating the day and preferred time of your appointment 3) Ring the school office (09 4397229) It is essential that you bring your child to the Academic Coaching Interview. Please report to Dargaville High School’s main reception on the day of your appointment. We look forward to seeing you there. (Please cut off and return to the form teacher/Office as soon as possible)

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School turns up the heat A duck for a buck u by Ayla Miller

Ugly pumpkins, classic cars and a burning kitchen are just a few of the things on display at Kaiwaka School gala on Saturday, March 28. “I’m looking forward to seeing the community really come together,” says principal Rosemarie Ellis. There will be a range of stalls and lunchtime entertainment between noon and 1pm. “The pumpkin judging competition will be one of the highlights of the day,” says Rosemarie. The judging will take place at 1–2pm with prizes for the ugliest, the most dressed up, heaviest and for the pumpkin that can roll the furthest down a hill. “An auction and raffle p Kaiwaka School principal Rosemarie Ellis, is looking forward to seeing the school and extended community come together will also be held to help to support the school’s fundraising efforts raise funds for the Parent “We haven’t had a school gala Teacher Association.” The volunteer firefighters will have for 20 years so this will be great a demonstration showing how fast a community event,” she says. The event runs from 10am kitchen fire can escalate as part of their to 2pm. ¢ fire safety campaign.

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Fisherfolk it seems are nothing if not innovative. The Pahi Boating and Fishing Club will open its second annual fishing competition on Saturday March 28 with the release of 10 duckhunting decoys on the outgoing tide.

p Prizes are up for grabs at the Pahi fishing contest

“Contest entrants can buy a duck for $5.00 before setting out to fish and if they manage to find one of the decoys at sea — and so bring home a duck, they win bucks — well a great prize,” said club commodore, Mike Donald. Fishing contest entry is set at $10 for adults and $5.00 for children up to 15 years, and there are prizes galore for the heaviest snapper, kahawai, gurnard, shark and stingray, with all fishing to take place on the Kaipara Harbour between 7am and weigh-in at 4pm. “There is a chainsaw up for grabs in the lucky ticket draw. We will also be

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presenting the Robin Healey Memorial Trophy for the heaviest snapper and you must be a financial club member to win this.” The competition will wind up with prizegiving, dinner, raffles and music at the club’s waterfront headquarters at Pahi. “And if anyone is real late getting back from fishing — fear not. We now have a permanent light on the end of the Pahi wharf,” said Mike. Tickets are available on the day, or from the Paparoa Hotel or Maungaturoto Auto Centre. ¢

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Big opportunity for Selwyn

u by Joanne Speechly

Selwyn Graham has been given a life-changing opportunity, thanks to the support of Big River FM and CCS Disability Action. The music-loving 21-year-old approached the Dargaville radio station in search of employment 12 months ago and was met with enthusiasm — a welcome relief, after a series of closed doors. “He knocked on the door, completely soaked, after being out in the rain with his support worker looking for a job,” says station manager Anaru Tana. “I saw rejection and he seemed used to it, so I took the time to talk to him.” Selwyn has been volunteering at Big River FM ever since but is very excited to now have secured a paid position. “I’m looking forward to learning more about radio, working in a team environment, gaining knowledge about

the community and finding out how I can help others. I will also be able to save money and I’ll have more independence.” CCS Disability Action is committed to creating communities that include all people and community support coordinator Angela Cartwright helps people with disabilities into employment. She says Selwyn, who has an impairment affecting his mobility and speech, has amazing attributes and abilities and she is thrilled about his new opportunity. “I feel utterly blessed to see people reach their goals and gain confidence, and also to meet people who are willing to mentor others — jobs change people’s lives.”

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to the marae. Everyone has been so friendly and welcoming,” Reno says. Director Maura Flower is delighted to have Mr Skipper in the show. “Reno is a natural on stage, and brings charm and humour to his role. The cast is having so much fun with this production and being an interactive dinner show, we have to be prepared for the unexpected. Every show will be different!” ORT is taking ‘The Altos’ to six centres — Paparoa, Kaiwaka, Ruawai, Maungaturoto, Mangawhai and Waipu with the season starting on March 20. Tickets are $50 including a three course meal. Groups of six cost $45 each. Show details can be found on www.ort. org.nz. There are no door sales. ¢

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The change of seasons heralds a change of menus and signature dishes across the region, with new fare on offer to take advantage of seasonal ingredients. But of course it’s not all change — the favourites are still all here, as evidenced by the menu at the new re-opened Northern Wairoa Hotel’s restaurant. Autumn marks the perfect time for this historic tavern to get back into hearty meals, though this time they have brought a Mediterranean flavour to their selection, with head chef Chris adding delicious Turkish favourites to the menu. Of course, the sizzling steaks and seafood which are a Northern Wairoa favourite remain — but what better incentive to try something new than the allure of new and exotic flavours? It’s all about trying something new for lunch at Raan A Haan Thai Aroi Dee, where the change of seasons has seen very affordable Thai lunch-box meals

up on the menu. A selection of Thai favourites will be available to take out. At Matich’s Premiere Restaurant there’s double the reason to visit — not only are their blackboard special favourites and new menu choices, there is also the chance to pick up some fresh fish for your own homemade chowder. Entertainment abounds this month as well — with the Aratapu Tavern putting on a full dance-card of top performers in March. The famous Kevin Jobbit and his 60’s-inspired rock tribute band come together for their yearly shindig at the Dargaville Club, and of course toward the end of the month the Northern Wairoa will play host to Three Houses Down, the soulful reggae quartet backed up by local legends Fat 32. ¢

Kumara Salad with Prime Pork Sausages A tasty Autumn treat utilising our region’s most famous produce! You’ll need — four large, washed, peeled golden kumara spring onions a red capsicum two dessert spoons of mayonnaise cracked pepper one red onion sour cream a lime A pack of eight or more prime pork sausages from Vege Stop Plus. Sizzle those prime pork sausages on the BBQ

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Boss bin wavin’ the flag eh? “That teflon John has rilly got some weerd ideas Dog.” I was having a sleep ona steps ofa woolshed wen tha Boss came roun’ tha corner with a box of stuff he got atta Feed Daze. Yep. He was stickin’ it unner the shed ‘til time ta use it.’ Sharlene, his gerlfrend an’ me had look wen he bort it home eh? He got a whole set of stuff for a horse. Curry combs and brushis, an leatha polish, an evin a hors bridil. “Wot for?” asked Sharlene. “It’s for our dorter Sophy, wen we git her a pony,” seda Boss. Sharlene lookt at me. “That’s luvly deah. Sophy is three, so it will be a few years.” Anyway, Boss hada rite idee eh? But that Teflon John? Then I figgered he mint that Mr John Ki, the pryminista. “Yep Dog,” Boss sed as he come up tha steps. “First he wants ta get a new flag. Cost bluddy millions. An’ everyone I know sez wot the hell for? Then he sinding troops ta Irak to teach them how ta fite. Nek thing ya no, them Iraks will

probly join that Yeehardist crowd an’ start shootin’ back at us! An’ that will cost millyins more eh?” I felt like tellin’ Boss that seemd ter me it was a dun deal. And not much he cood do, wen Sharlene came ova with a cuppatea fer smoko. “Deah, she sid. Gess wot? That Winnie Petas gonna stand for tha ‘lection.” That made tha Boss give a bit ofa smile. “Hey, woddyano. Ole Winnie might juss give that bylection a bit ofa stir up. He wint ter skool with me over at Whangarey eh? Mattra fact we was ona same footy team. Now he wants ta come home ter his old lectorate!” Sharlene hada paper eye brung froma kattil stop, “Yep, Deah. Says hear ina paper that Winnie reckins hesa ‘reel voice’ who kin ‘hit the ground running’. “An’ he rekins we are tha Florida of New Zild.” “Yep,” seda Boss, wiv a moutful of scone an’ jam. (I wuz waitin’ for tha last bite witch he always lets me have.) Yep,

that Teflon John mite get a bit ofa hurry up eh? Bet Winnie duzzint want a new flag. Bet he duzzint want our boys in Irak too. “Now let me tell yer about that footy game me an Winnie wuz in agenst Dargville — now wen was it…” Sharlene looked at me an’ roled her eyes, I snaffled a scone wen Boss had his eyes closed rememberin’ ole times. I guess weel be goin’ ter the polls readas…? Cheers, Billy

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Their 9 series of large 270-hp-plus machines have just received the award for best design in the coveted European Golden Tractor competition. That same philosophy of meticulous engineering is apparent in the smaller, more versatile 5 and 6 series tractors which excited a lot of attention at our local Field Days. This may be because of the advances in fuel economy, power, stability and ease of operation which have marked out Deutz Fahr as a market leading innovator. Certainly, these machines are made to pass the very stringent European Union emissions standards, and do so with a suite of technological engine advancements which also aim to save fuel. But there’s also the fact that the ‘Mercedes Benz’ comparison

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Petra Gough is now working as a fully qualified hairdresser having just completed her apprenticeship at Fibre Hair salon. After three and a half years of training, the future is looking bright for Petra. “The apprenticeship will help me, as one day I’d like to open my own salon,” she says. “To run a salon you really need qualifications and to know both sides of hairdressing. “I liked the idea of learning on the job. I like working with people and I enjoy the work, seeing results and doing complete changes.” She has been working full time throughout her training. “Hairdressing is really flexible. I can take it anywhere,” she says.

Petra completed her training in December and will continue to learn more this year through a Wella colour course which includes more advanced techniques. The apprenticeship involved on-thejob training which she says came from all of her colleagues. “Not everyone works full time so everyone helped me out when they could.” The course is run by the Hairdressing Industry Training Organisation and consists of some off-the-job training as well as weekly theory and practical study with final exams taken in the salon. This ensures trainees are up to industry standard. ¢

What’s hot this Autumn This time of year provides the perfect opportunity to revitalise your wardrobe, and get into the latest styles. With winter on the horizon, we talked to two local hot-spots for men’s fashion, giving the guys a hand when it comes to looking sharp in 2015. For more formal situations, Jack Fannon Menswear bring the news that bold prints are in, with shirts boasting stripes, checks and even images from nature. A well tailored suit jacket is always in style, with crisp singlebreasted designs able to be matched

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09 439 6068

Public Notices

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.30–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle, tea and coffee. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933.

09 439 1505 027 614 6309

FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service. Advice and complete money management if required. Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592.

Septic Tank Services CLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service. Priced from $330. Wellsford to Ruawai. Phone Macjimray 09 423 7014 or visit www.macjimray.co.nz. Code Compliant. EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. KAIPARA LIFESTYLE Block owners, need your septic tank cleaned? Ph Magic Property Services Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

WINNERS FROM FIELD DAY COMPETITIONS. Hula Hoop... Grant Bylthen. Horse Shoe... Steph Baker. Guess the amount of water in the trough (the amount was 378Litres/83 gallons)... Tanya Whale. Congratulations to the winners, Thank you to all who entered. WADE CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTF.

Gasfitters Craftsman gas fitters available.

For all your gas installations & maintenance requirements. Service agents for Rinnai & Bosch.

MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

 0800 326 123

SEPTIC TANK cleaning. For all your tank cleaning requirements phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

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Property Maintenance ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $408.25 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Plumbing and Heating Centre 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

and Drive

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Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small. We do them ALL

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Healthcare Rehabilitation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Healthcare of New Zealand Holdings Limited (HHL Group).

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

Pets FREE TO good home, Kittens x 2 girls, 1 grey, 1 tabby. Ready now. Phone/text 021 267 6417.

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

Grazing GRAZING AVAILABLE for approx 120 R1 dairy heifers. Long term, reasonable rates, Dargaville area. Phone 439 0618 evenings.

Nurseries & Plants NEW LOCATION Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd will be selling native plants from I-Deal Demo in Gladstone St Dargaville on Fridays and Saturdays. Or you can still visit the Nursery on Babylon Coast Road, Dargaville. Please phone to make an appointment first. Enquiries welcome phone 09 439 4223, email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz or go to www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz.

Situations Vacant DAIRY EMPLOYEE Vacancy. Experience in the milking of cows and the ability to drive a tractor and mixer wagon a requirement, 5 minutes from dargaville - 850 cow split calving herd. Cottage type accommodation available. Please send your C.V to pennyfsmart@gmail.com.

Work Wanted BUILDER — FENCES, decks, alterations & additions, retaining walls, maintenance etc. Jobs big and small. Phone 09 431 3101 or 021 0257 6521.

NEED A PLUMBER? THEN CALL THE BEST!

Supplies - Repairs - Maintenance. New installations, upgrades & renovations, burst pipes, hot water cylinders, kitchens & bathrooms.

www.plumbingandheat.co.nz

 0800 326 123 • 09 439 6123 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

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

• Stump & Tree Removal • Driveway Prep & Regrading • Post Hole Borer

• Calf Shed & Stockyard Cleaning • Tip Truck Available • Trencher

Phone or Txt Paul

Northern Wairoa Memorial R.S.A. (Inc)

AGM

Members are reminded that the Associations AGM will take place on Saturday April 11th 2015 at 11:00am. BUSINESS: Apologies Minutes Matters Arising President’s Report Annual Accounts Election of Officers Subscriptions General Business Notice of Motions close Friday April 3rd at 5:00pm. Members are advised that no subscription due will be taken on the day and that entry to the club and entitlement to a ballot paper will be by current membership card. Members are reminded that nominations for all positions on the Executive Committee to be elected at the AGM, Saturday April 11th must be in the Secretary’s hands no later than Friday March 27th 5:00pm 2015 Nomination papers available in the clubrooms. VG Moffett — Sec/Mgr This is the 1st publication of this notice.

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March 10 - 2015

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

30 KAURI STREET

$179,000 11 JERVOIS STREET

WHY NOT START HERE?

• 3 bedrooms • Wet area bathroom • Open plan kitchen/dining • Single garage • Separate lounge • 1062 sqm section This home is located handy to schools, excellent first home for the young family. Currently tenanted at $200 per week

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3440

18 KAURI STREET

• 5 bedrooms • 1.5 Bathrooms & 2 WC • Large modern kitchen • 2 x Single Garage • Spacious separate lounge • 2 carports • Elevated east facing deck Spacious home nestled on 2136 sqm established grounds.

RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3424

$250,000 MANGAKAHIA ROAD TWIN BRIDGES

POA

OFTEN ADMIRED... NOW AVAILABLE

TIDY COASTAL LIFESTYLE - MOTIVATED VENDOR

SHEEP/BEEF

White picket fence, lavender and iceberg roses. 1900´s vintage 3 bd villa with a good pedigree, offers elegance and style from a bygone area. Modernized for today´s living but original features add a dash of nostalgia.

Great lifestyle property on 1.18ha of land features 2 generous double bedrooms, open plan living, modern kitchen, freestanding wood burner plus a 2 room sleep out attached to the double garage. The house is private from the road, has established grounds and a great rural outlook.

On the corner of Mangakahia & Waimatenui rd, approx 55 km north west of Whangarei. Family home built 1946 in good condition. 3 titles, 550 hectares, 53 paddocks, 25 hectares of pines, excellent water supply. RV $2.1m

MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3372

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3413

SELMA PETERS 021 828 402 WEB ID RJRU3451

$399,000 44 COBHAM AVE

CHARMING HAVEN

20 TOTARA RISE MAUNGATUROTO

$325,000. 431 REHUTAI RD, BAYLYS BEACH

$255,000 3 SECOND AVEUNE

$200,000 FUNKY FISH BAYLYS BEACH

RELUCTANTLY RELOCATING...

READY RIGHT NOW

BEAT THE BANK

Time to sell. family sized 3 bedroom home located in a quiet cul-de-sac with good neighbours. All very original and will shine with a new renovation. Comfortable with original features, internal access & free standing single garage, private patio for morning sun and retired shade houses.

Tidy sunny home features 3 double bedrooms, modern open plan living and a wet area bathroom. Off the lounge is a large private deck and BBQ area plus there is a single garage with 1 bedroom sleep out including a shower and toilet. The level section has established gardens and is fully fenced.

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3429

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3456

Reluctant forced sale, vendor must sell. Take advantage of this great opportunity to grab a bargain. Iconic cafe/restaurant/bar. Seats 40, on licence, S.A.V, outdoor area, good kitchen, perfect for owner operator. 1 bedroom accommodation. AUCTION 110 Victoria St, Dargaville 1.00pm 20th March 2015 (unless sold prior) JOHN POWELL Mob 021 439 555 JILL WILSON Mob 021 505 712

$420,000 1232 BULL RD PAPAROA

$345,000 MATAKOHE WHARF ROAD

$165,000 (plus GST) if any LANCEWOOD LANE, MATAKOHE

$179,000

RISE ABOVE THE REST

LARGE FAMILY HOME ON 7 ACRES

MATAKOHE LIFESTYLE BLOCK

SPECTACULARLY COASTAL

Great 3 ha lifestyle block with stunning rural views over the district. Even a peek water view across the valley. Tidy single level home with triple bay garage, easy care landscaping, plenty of extra parking on the flat. Located just a few minutes to town on the tar seal. Better be quick, phone Rhoda now! MRE1677

Spacious family home with polished timber flooring and a new roof. Four large bedrooms plus a study, double garage and rumpus workshop area. 5 bay implement shed, old 3-bay shed, stable/hen house, the vege garden, the orchard. Beautiful exotic trees surround. Grazing 30 sheep. Phone Rhoda now! MRE1678

2.59ha´s located in historical Matakohe. Elevated sites to build on to capture the wider rural and water views. Within walking distance to kauri museum, café and primary school. Approx 200m to estuary at end of road.

Perfect slice of New Zealand Coast! Bird song filled bush. Totally private prepared building site looking up and down the Kaipara harbour and a little track down to the shell beach and waters edge. Call me to view.

RHODA MORRISON 09 431 6912 or 0274 800 691

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE1570

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE1666

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

POWERFARMING Northland one name covers it all

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

104 Jervois Street - DARGAVILLE 0800 699 688

No interest No repayments No worries at all

FIELDAY DEALS STILL RUNNING

*All finance deals subject to Normal Lending Criteria

*0% interest finance until Feb 2016. Terms & Conditions apply. Minimum of 10% deposit required (or trade). Total GST to be paid in month 3. Consult your Power Farming dealer for specific terms & conditions

ARNE STEWART P. 09 439 3333 M. 021 220 2501 E. arne.stewart@powerfarming.co.nz