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p The fourth, final and deciding round of the Penrite Northland Motocross Champs lit up the racetrack at Redhill, just outside of Te Kopuru this past Sunday, with families, teams and solo riders converging to test their mettle against the hot, dry conditions and the freshly revitalised track. From the starting grid to the busy barbecue stall it was action all the way, culminating in a 4pm prize-giving, which saw riders rewarded across a vast number of categories from kids on 50cc machines through to seasoned veterans on full-sized off-road bikes that ripped through the dirt at high speeds. See more from the event on page 16.

Pandemic measures affect Kaipara u by Paul Campbell

The social and economic fallout from the government’s progressive coronavirus countermeasures is beginning to be felt in Kaipara with a major sports event being cancelled and in what Mayor Jason Smith describes as ‘unprecedented times.’

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A major event cancelled is the BDO Tour of Northland, which was to start this week on March 19 along the Twin Coast Discovery Highway. Event organiser Stephen Cox says: “We have a responsibility to do all we can to minimise the risk to the cycling

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p Jennifer Langridge and her son Casper joined more than 200 people in the revamped Top of the Rock run/walk event recently. “Clear conditions meant participants had ideal photo opportunities from the two new courses into the Brynderwyn’s foothills,” organiser Cheryl Anderson said. “There were more than 60 prizes up for grabs. Placegetters got the first choice from the prize table; then the remaining prizes were given out by a draw.”

Family fun in Paparoa u An enthusiastic group of more than 40 people participated in the annual Paparoa Family Fun Sports afternoon at the Paparoa Showgrounds on the weekend. Teams mastered the obstacle race, t-ball, cooperative games, tug of war and egg throwing, followed by a lolly scramble before prize-giving and a barbecue. Organisers offer thanks to the great team leaders for getting the teams to work so well together, the Paparoa Sport and Recreation Association, and the Paparoa Lions Club for the hot chips and barbecue assistance. The next event being run by the Sport and Recreation Association is a Twilight Run and Walk, on Saturday, April 4. Register on the day from 2.30pm for 4pm start. Pictured: Chloe Leaf just loses her egg in the egg throwing competition, at the annual Paparoa Family Fun Sports afternoon at the Paparoa Showgrounds.

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p Year 13 Otamatea High School students Denzal Peeni (left), Maggie Hames, Bipasa Patel and Paige Kenyon were in Maungaturoto last weekend selling home baking to raise funds for the Cancer Society. Later this month 22 year 13 students will be participating in the Relay For Life event held in Whangarei, hoping to raise a total of $6,000. “For the year 13 students attending this event, it is an honour and a great one to look forward to!” a school spokesperson said.

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Regional Council return to main street The doors have opened at a temporary Dargaville-based office the Northland Regional Council (NRC) plans to operate from until a new purpose-built facility it intends to share with its Kaipara District Council counterpart is constructed. Regional council chair Penny Smart says the interim office, at 100 Victoria Street, Dargaville was formally blessed in a low key event in the lead-up to the recent Northland Field Days, with approximately a dozen attendees, including Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith. The office hosts a full-time customer services officer and is initially home base for five of the NRC’s Kaipara-based land and biosecurity staff. As well as general advice and referrals on a range of regional council matters, the office also offers advice on pest plant and animal management and has a limited supply of associated traps and other controls for sale. Chair Smart, who is also the regional council’s Kaipara p constituency representative, says as well as office space, the Dargaville facility has a meeting room with space for up to 10 people. “My fellow regional councillors and I are pleased to see this temporary facility open. It’s already being quite well-used by Kaipara locals, and we hope this community support will continue,” she says. The regional council shifted from its previous long-standing base into

The NRC plan to use their new main street office until construction of a new, modern, shared building in Hokianga road is completed

the KDC’s existing Hokianga Road headquarters in mid-2016, but limited space has become an issue there. However, with the regional council from 2018 substantially boosting its efforts to help native life flourish, care for water and protect communities from flood risk, a decision had been made to relocate back to the Victoria Street area in the interim. ¢

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Pandemic measures affect Kaipara Kaipara District Council says planned spatial awareness meetings with Kaipara communities will go ahead “following the advice put out by the Ministry of Health. “If that changes, we will update our plans accordingly.” Dr Smith said: “These are unprecedented times, with announcements and developments about the New Zealand Government responses to the coronavirus Covid-19 signalling this pandemic is being taken very seriously.” “It’s best for us all to take a precautionary approach, and for most up-to-date advice I recommend people watch the Ministry of Health website. Please look out for elderly neighbours or those who may be vulnerable or alone, and try to keep everyone informed with best updates. “Stay apart to stay safe, and maintain communications with family, friends and neighbours if you’re self-isolating. “There’s a challenge ahead, and Kaipara’s strong communities, resourcefulness and resilience will help us all.” The situation is best described as dynamic, and the country’s school principals are discussing contingency plans with the Ministry of Education on closing schools if the pandemic worsens.

Tourism operators in Kaipara are also braced with the rest of the country “This impact will be across all of New Zealand,” said Tourism Industry Association CEO Chris Roberts on news that all visitors to the country will have to self-isolate for 14 days. As the virus containment measures continue to develop, ‘keep calm’ is the message from local health authorities. “Covid-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways,” says Northland DHB’s Dr Catherine Jackson. “Difficulty breathing is a sign of possible pneumonia and requires immediate medical attention.” “We don’t yet know how long symptoms take to show after a person has been infected, but current World Health Organisation assessments suggest that it is 2–10 days. “If you have these symptoms and have recently been to a country or area of concern telephone Healthline on 0800 358 5453 or your doctor immediately.” Wash your hands often and for longer. Have the flu vaccine as soon as it becomes available, especially if you’re 65 or older, pregnant or have a long-term illness. Most importantly if you do get sick with a cough and a fever, stay home and call Healthline for advice. If you get really sick, call ahead and see a doctor. ¢

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR To the people of Dargaville, Recently in a letter to this paper, you were asked to call into the New Zealand First stand at the field days and express displeasure/ concern about aspects of the Racing Industry Reform bill, which threatens to undermine the sanctity of private property. From my own observations and reports I have received, a considerable number of you did just that. Well done all.

Thank you for standing up for the principle that community assets should remain in, and benefit, the communities in which they reside. That no reform, no matter how necessary, should undermine private property rights, one of the cornerstones of our democracy. Thanks, everybody for your support. Richard Alspach (Committee member, Dargaville Racing Club)

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Bridge work completed Fitness key to A blessing ceremony has opened the way for full use of the newly repaired Tomarata Bridge in Mangawhai’s Insley Street after it was damaged by the corrosion of concrete and reinforcing steel, with four support beams under the bridge needing replacement.

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The six-month project means the bridge has a 50-tonne capacity. During the extensive repair operation, Kaipara District Council engineers were avoiding night work because of community disruption, and striking “the best balance between getting the job done quickly, ensuring safety and minimising disruption.” Safety barriers

and temporary support beams were installed on the bridge, and traffic management has been in place during the repairs, with some delays for traffic. During some closures, local light traffic was diverted along Cames Road. Heavy traffic was diverted along State Highway 1 and the KaiwakaMangawhai Road. ¢

community project u by Paul Campbell

Fitness opportunities for Maungaturoto residents have had a shot in the arm with a community project underway aimed at revitalising an area of the Otamatea river inlet from the Kaipara Harbour on Bickerstaffe Road. Last weekend saw a large turnout of locals around the wharf, which was built to mark the town’s 150th anniversary, but has become overgrown and plagued with refuse dumping. Project leader Carol Moorhead, who is an occupational health nurse and consultant, says the vision is for a multifunctional community area for swimmers, boaties, fishing, exercising, kayaking and picnicking. “The objective is that this amazing area will be an attractive local community destination. It will assist local residents to exercise for the recommended thirty minutes p Kathy Cullen (left) worked with Selena Grant on the riverside project a day away from busy roads. Doing just 30 minutes of moderate started by a team of hard-working and physical activity a day can reduce skilled volunteers who achieved a great the risk of heart disease and stroke deal. Further help is required, including by 50%. Walking also lowers the risk seating/picnic table, fruit trees, a litter of high blood pressure and diabetes, bin. Any help would be really appreciated aids cardiac rehabilitation and builds with the objective — an attractive stronger immunity. The vision was kick- community destination.” ¢

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Bikes, burgers and building ahead The Tangiteroria community is set to forge ahead with the rebuild of their beloved, locally built and supported sports complex, destroyed by fire earlier this year. The chairperson of the group tasked with the rebuild reports a great start to both fundraising efforts and practical considerations. “FMG (insurance) has accepted the claim, and so now we have to work through the process that will lead to our new building,” says Jan Beatty. “Within the next month, we should see the site cleared, which will be a relief for all of us.” Local architects have been contacted to provide plans and blueprints for a new facility, to replace the one that was razed despite the best efforts of locals and firefighters p The Tangiteroria sports complex will rise again, in January. say the committee tasked with the rebuild; Jan says that the committee events such as a forthcoming trail ride are has been working with Dargaville planned to boost funds professional Gordon Lambeth from Lambeth Architectural Design things help to towards our total,” putting together a draft plan. It will says Jan, citing another forthcoming incorporate the most popular ideas event, which is certain to lift funds and from consultation forms that were sent spirits — an ‘early’ autumn running of the famous Tangiteroria Trail Ride to community members. In the meantime funding streams of on April 26 supported by both the many kinds are being explored by the local school and many patrons in the dauntless Tangiteroria locals, from a fields of motorcycling and farming. You popular series of burger sizzles in the can find out more via Facebook if you park through to preparing hot food for would like to join in and help — search field days patrons. “All these small Tangiteroria Trail Bike Ride. ¢

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Press play for family fun u by Andy Bryenton

It’s a third birthday party with a big difference, and all of Dargaville is invited, especially the children. Play in the Park Day, a big initiative now brought to the town by the Tamariki Collective, is a combined, multi-organisation celebration for children and their parents, showcasing all the fun that can be had outdoors. Dargaville’s Sportsville complex is the location for the third annual Play in the Park day, which will kick off with a host of activities including horse rides, sports, games, bouncy castles, face painting and a free barbecue. With the success of two previous big days behind them the collective, comprising many community-focussed locals with a common cause, has worked hard to make this one the best yet. Spor t Nor thland’s Roxanne Kelly, who is part p Play in the Park day 2019 was a great success if you measure such things by the sheer amount of outdoor fun of the collective, says on offer that choosing a Sunday afternoon (March 29 from 1pm) for this some under-used soccer balls, hockey big, free event will give families time sticks, cricket stumps or similar. The to have a relaxing morning, then head Tamariki Collective and Sportsville would out for some fun in the sun. love to see them back in the game and As in previous years, big plastic being enjoyed. bins will be on-site to collect pre-loved This year’s Play in the Park Day comes sporting goods, which will be made right after Dargaville’s River Festival available for the use of the whole town. on March 28, meaning that the whole Take a look in your attic or garage for weekend is a great time to visit. ¢

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Meetings Wednesday, March 25, 2020 09:30 AM Council Meeting Maungaturoto Country Club Wednesday, April 01, 2020 09:30 AM Council Briefing Maungaturoto Country Club

Apply to be a member of the Creative Communities Scheme Assessment Committee If you’d like to be more involved in the arts, then this could be for you. The Creative Communities Scheme provides funding to communities so New Zealanders can be involved in local arts activities. If you would like to have a say in where the funding is allocated for the next 3 years for the Kaipara District, you can apply to be a member of the Assessment Committee. You can find the application form on the council website (search creative communities) or email Jenny Rooney, Community Funding Coordinator, at jrooney@kaipara.govt.nz for more information.

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according to Northland Transport Alliance Manager Calvin Thomas. “The ground is so dry that we can’t grade the roads to remove corrugations and pot holes. We share the community’s frustrations. We’re asking people to be patient, drive to the conditions and to keep reporting dangerous areas to us. “We will assess every situation and make a call about what repairs we can do if any, but our options are very limited because of the dry conditions. “We rely on a level of ground moisture to bond graded gravel with the road’s sub surface, but at the moment there is just no moisture there. “When there is moisture grading creates a relatively longwearing surface that can last until the next scheduled maintenance. When the conditions are right, regularly grading and topping up of the gravel keeps the road in good order.

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“This year the ground is so dry that the gravel and clay underneath can’t bond.

An update on water restrictions

“If we grade the road at this time of the year the gravel we bring in from the sides of the roads digs out the underlying road surface, increasing corrugations and pot-holes.

Water restrictions remain in place across Kaipara and Northland. Although we have seen short periods of light rain, it has not been enough to account for the months of dry.

“Very quickly, loose gravel moves to the sides of the roads, leaving a bare patch in the middle. At the first hint of rain that area softens up and before the surface can be metalled up or graded, potholes form.

Thank you for the work you’ve done in helping conserve water and thanks to the water carriers for working through a trying and busy summer season.

“Cutting deeper to remove potholes while the road is dry does more damage to the road, only makes a difference for a few days, and usually makes things worse,” he said.

We expect it will be some time before we can lift restrictions, so don’t go washing the car or using the water blaster just yet. At the same time, remember fires are prohibited, which means no fires of any kind are permitted. Keep an eye out for rocks when mowing, watch for stones when in the fields working with farm machinery, don’t throw your cigarette butts out the window while driving and be smart with your BBQ.

Big dry is affecting gravel roads

“We need rain. When we get it and the soil moisture increases, the crews can renew unsealed roads properly. “In the meantime, the ‘drive to the conditions’ message applies to summer’s dry times as well as to winter’s wet slippery conditions. “Drivers need to be aware that dust can hamper visibility, roads can have bumps and lumps, gravel can pile up and cause hazards, driving may need to be slower and people may need to allow more time for travel. They need to plan ahead, be prepared and drive safely. “It is enormously frustrating, but we ask people to bear with us while we do the best we can.”

Kaipara’s gravel roads are affected by this summer’s big dry, and the effects will last until the end of the drought at least,

Please feel free to contact the Council’s Customer Service Representatives on 0800 727 059 or visit our website www.kaipara.govt.nz for more information.

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Creating community legacies

Help for perinatal distress

u by Andy Bryenton

When the Hughes Trust Fund was transferred under the umbrella of the Northern Wairoa Fund late last year, the Northland Community Foundation was there to help make the generous bequeathment from the will of William L Hughes grow. It’s a plan for growing legacies, which they are replicating across the region, turning last testaments into lasting community engagement. “Our plan is to grow the Northern Wairoa Fund as much as possible,” says NCF general manager Greta Buchanan. Who along with her team, helps invest such bequeathments in ways that will make them multiply over time. “If the fund reaches $1 million, for example, we can gift back $40,000 each year forever.” An example of the NCF’s p Northland Community Foundation’s Greta Buchanan work comes from the will of says that leaving money in your will could be a gift that Carlos Reid, a school principal lasts forever from Otangarei. With the help of the fund, his donation now each year have a more sustainable funds scholarships for economically and reliable funding situation,” says disadvantaged children to attend Ms Buchanan. boarding school for a top-notch The backbone of the foundation is education. The fund can also help make bequests given in the wills of people the financial situation less tenuous for who want to make a difference in other charitable groups. their community long after they have “We’ve already managed to help passed on. There’s $13 million of groups in the Kaipara who provide bequests already committed. For more everything from support for the elderly information about how to get involved, to parenting education. We can help visit northlandcommunityfoundation.org. charities who exist from grant to grant nz. ¢

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A jetski, mobility scooter, gates, fertiliser, limestone, farming goods, rotary hoe, firewood, artwork, bicycles, Coleman lantern and lots of household goods all became cash at the Ruawai Lions annual charity auction last Saturday. “What a great day! Starting before 6am the goods were transported to Kaipara Kumara Forecourt in Ruawai. Marquees were erected, and the trading tables were filled with a huge variety of goods ready for the sale at 9am,” said organiser, Dorothy Simpson. “Items were then available for inspection for when the auction started at 10 am. There was a huge variety of goods — fridges and beds, knitting wool and an exercise cycle among them. “Paparoa Lions came with their food caravan selling hot chips and hot dogs. The forecourt was very busy with buyers packing up their bargains, even one person leaving p Special duty: Lions president Rosemary Webb tests with a couch on top of their car.” an exercise cycle before bidding began At the time of print the proceeds were still being collated, with the sponsors,” said Dorothy. “One man’s money to help the Lions top up their trash; another man’s treasure.” finances to enable them to benefit the “Money we raise is used to benefit local community, supporting students, the community. In the past, we have budding athletes, young achievers, the given to the rescue helicopter, sent elderly and other worthwhile recipients. money to the Australian bushfire “A very big thank you to all those appeal and sponsored a local student’s that sorted through their possessions athletic achievements to name just to recycle to new owners and our a few.” ¢

An American musical journey u by Andy Bryenton

Popular accordionist Kevin Friedrich returns to Dargaville for 2020 with a themed concert that journeys through the heartland of his adopted country, the United States. This time around, Kevin has chosen a theme, which embraces the musical ‘melting pot’ of the USA, with its influences from Cajun and Creole, Appalachian, Jazz, Gospel, Southern Spiritual, Bluegrass and Broadway to name but a few. He’s not alone in finding this theme of a musical journey fascinating. Guest artists, including the Auckland Accordion Symphonietta and conductor Lionel Reekie, Jone Yelcich, p Kevin Friedrich with a musical treasure — an accordion handcrafted in Manhattan, New York in 1938 during the Roslyn Gilmour and Martin era of big band swing Rhodes are all along for the ride. So too are Colin Horesfall and musical history begins on March 29 at the Keri Keri accordionists, Thomas 1pm, and will encompass an afternoon Koloi on piano, vocalists Abbey and full of surprises and old favourites alike. Isaac Skelton, and fiddle and guitar Afternoon tea is included in the ticket combo Cindy and Mark Vincent. That’s price of $25 for adults and $10 for a massive ‘variety show’ ensemble, kids, with proceeds kindly donated to and they will be covering classics like Dargaville Museum. New York New York, Basin Street Blues, Concert organisers are keeping close Wagon Wheel and Old Man River, to track of developments and directives name but a few. surrounding the unfolding Covid-19 Kevin’s musical journey through situation, and updates are available by the American heartland and its rich calling the Dargaville Museum. ¢

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True tales of Glinks Gully A new book detailing the odd, interesting, personal and often very revealing history of Glinks Gully is to be launched this Easter, shining a light on this small settlement perched on the wild west coast at the furthest extent of the Kaipara. Comprising more than 80 unique stories from history and gleaned from the memories, archives and albums of locals, the book True Tales of Glinks Gully is also packed with photographs of times past. The project took as its inspiration a nationwide ‘grass roots’ movement of self-recorded community histories. Author Christine Rope, from a long-established Glinks Gully family; there is a road there bearing their name, felt that p Christine Rope is proud to present the true stories of Glinks Gully’s past — a glimpse into the lives of the the time was right to join in many generations who have enjoyed living by the wild the fun. west coast “I have been blessed with History is full of interesting the support of Pamela Barton and her computer skills. The variety of characters and stories of everyday life, characters who have put their hands which shine a light on our ancestry. So, up and written stories great and small. as Christine says, there is no limit to Various photographers including Brian the number of stories that can come Dean and Scott Pickering using his from a particular place. The launch for True Tales of Glinks drone and all the bach owners who have been passionate about this project,” Gully will take place on Easter Saturday, with a community get together and says Christine. She notes that the inspiration for sausage sizzle organised for 3pm her publication came from similar, very at the mid-camp play area on the well-received books on places like the shorefront. Copies of the new book will Coromandel, Great Barrier Island, the be for sale as people gather to share Chatham Islands and even neighbouring their memories of this small town with a big history. ¢ Te Kopuru.

Mayor’s submission slams bill

u by Andy Bryenton

Kaipara Mayor Dr Jason Smith has spoken out in definite opposition to contentious clauses in the proposed Racing Industry bill, currently at the select committee stage in parliament. The bill has been a source of controversy, with Dargaville Racing Club officials, Northland MP Matt King and leader of the opposition Simon Bridges all condemning certain aspects of the legislation. Mayor Smith was forthright in his view on both the bill and the lack of consultation in the preceding Messara Report. A paper compiled by a leading racing industry expert, which foreshadowed the current plans by Racing Minister Winston Peters to ‘revitalise’ the industry. “I am very disappointed in the crooked looking deal for Dargaville Racing Club as proposed in the Racing Industry bill before parliament currently. At my appearance last week before the select committee reviewing the bill, I told them in no uncertain terms that the evidence base on which they’ve made their proposals lacks credibility. Dargaville was not consulted for that Messara Report and now is faced with the unjustified seizure of community assets. I made my views very clear.”

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Also clear was Mr Peters’ contention that the racetrack could be retained, a view he expressed in a television interview on March 7, saying: “If the people of Dargaville band together, get a whole lot of women and men together and come up with a plan, they can save that racetrack, not just a whole lot of people scratching their bum and complaining.” ¢

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An Open Letter to The Right Honourable Winston Peters Mr Peters, what are you doing? On December 5th, 2019, you introduced the Racing Industry Bill to Parliament. It contains a number of truly disturbing clauses, which would give the racing industry unprecedented powers to seize the assets of local racing clubs. The Bill contains these words:“The racing code may determine that a racing club is no longer racing …” “A racing club no longer racing may be dissolved …” “This section applies if a racing club is dissolved by any means … The assets of the racing club remaining (after all creditors’ claims on the club have been satisfied) vest in the racing code with which the club was registered.” The Governor-General may, by Order in Council made on the recommendation of the Minister, (a) approve a proposal prepared by the racing code relating to the transfer of the surplus venue to the code (a transfer proposal), with or without modification; and (b) state the date on which the transfer takes effect.” “The Registrar-General must, on written application by a person authorised by the Minister, (a) register the racing code as the owner of the fee simple estate in the surplus venue in substitution of the racing club; and (b) record any entry on the record of title, and do anything else that may be necessary to give effect to this subpart.” “The transfer proposal may provide that the racing club is to transfer the surplus venue to the racing code without receiving in return any, or an equivalent, asset.” And this:- “The transfer of the surplus venue must not be regarded as placing the racing club or the racing code, or any of its officers, employees, or agents, in breach of any Act, rule of law, or agreement that would otherwise apply.” So far 20 racing clubs have been identified as no longer adding value to the industry if they continue to race on their home tracks, and if the new Racing Bill is adopted as presented to Parliament in December, they could have all of their assets and land seized with no payment whether they agree or not. This follows the Messara Report — which advised the shutting down of twenty regional racecourses around New Zealand, including Dargaville, Avondale, Thames, Rotorua, Wairoa, Stratford, Hawera, Waipukurau, Woodville, Reefton, Greymouth, Hokitika, Motukarara, Timaru, Kurow, Oamaru, Waimate, Omakau, Winton, and Gore. Of these, Thames, Wairoa, Stratford, Marlborough, Dargaville, Winton, Westland, Waimate, Winton and Avondale have been identified as first of the clubs that will potentially be stripped of their assets if this bill is passed in its current form. We understand that the Racing Industry has problems. We understand you and your advisors are trying to find a solution. But surely, seizing the assets of local, community based racing clubs is not the way. Certain clauses in the Racing Industry Bill before parliament would seem to open the door for just that — the overriding of individual club’s constitutions, the seizing of ownership from local hands, and the appropriation of community assets that have been renamed ‘industry assets’. These are, in many cases, assets built up over more than a century by local clubs and local people on land donated by local people. Many pre-date the ‘industry body’ which now plans to seize them. It is just wrong. Legal property ownership is a cornerstone of our society. We will not have what we’ve worked to build taken away with no legal recourse. Every year on Anzac Day we commemorate the fallen, who gave their lives to ensure that we live in a free democratic country where no club, and no person, in any industry, in any town or city, should live in fear of the seizure of their assets by the state. One stroke of the legislative pen stripping them of ownership and the rights thereof … it’s not the Kiwi way. Maybe in Mugabe’s Zimbabwe. Maybe in Pol Pot’s Cambodia. But not in New Zealand, under a democratically elected government. Mr Peters, it falls to you as Minister of Racing to ensure that this bill is amended and remove any chance that this country should be besmirched with the kind of dictatorial avarice which is the hallmark of failed states. The racing industry might need a hand. But first, it needs to know; HANDS OFF our local racing clubs and their assets. It’s legalised theft, it’s wrong, and it must stop here.

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Editorial from the publisher

Let’s keep to the subject u by Allan Mortensen, Publisher

In all my years (actually decades) of publishing, it is a rarity for me to feel the need to write an editorial, but at the moment we have an issue that can’t be ignored regarding the future of the land and assets in Dargaville owned by the Northern Wairoa Racing Club. The Kaipara Lifestyler, and in fact all seven newspapers published by Integrity Community Media, go through a rigorous process of fact-checking and verifying all the information we provide our readers. Following the publication of a fullpage advert on behalf of the Northern Wairoa Racing Club, and comments by Matt King the member of parliament for Northland, Winston Peters contacted our office and asked if we would make space available for a right of reply from him, which in the interest of balanced journalism we were happy to provide. This story was duly run verbatim — unedited or fact-checked. Our understanding was that he wanted a right of reply regarding the clauses in the racing bill he presented to parliament, that if remaining unchanged after going through the Select Committee process, would give the Minister of Racing the absolute right to take land and assets owned freehold by a community organisation, and transfer their ownership to the racing industry, who could then sell those assets and use the money to benefit the industry. Unfortunately, the minister only used the opportunity to attack and insult those who disagree with his version of reality, and then proceeded to depart from the subject under discussion. If Mr Peters had taken the time to read the submission by the Northern Wairoa Racing Club to the Select Committee, he would be aware that they fully agree that the racing industry needs to be restructured in some way to survive, and although they were probably not extremely happy to have received a letter last year from the Racing Authority telling them they could no longer hold race meetings at their course in Dargaville, they are reportedly

prepared to accept that decision for the greater good. So Mr Peters’ suggestion of a coat of paint on the grandstand to fix the problem is not really that helpful. What they (and I suspect any rightthinking New Zealander) are not prepared to accept, is that in the democracy that we live in, politicians would even consider passing a law that tramples over one of our core human rights. Specifically, the right to own free and clear title to land and assets without the fear of a government giving itself the power to seize them with no necessity for bilaterally agreed-upon compensation. Are such extreme measures — unprecedented in the democratic ‘free world’ — necessary to save the racing industry? Even Chapter 28 of the Magna Carta required that immediate cash payment be made for expropriations, and that document has formed the basis for our laws since medieval times. We all understand that through the ballot box we bestow an enormous amount of power and trust to those elected, and in reality, they can pass any law they choose as long as they have a majority. The passing of the new Racing Industry Bill into law containing clauses allowing a minister such draconian authority could only be considered an abuse of that trust and power. I am certain that New Zealanders will voice their displeasure at the ballot boxes in September. I am not a lawyer but my understanding of the law under which we currently live is, that if you take something that belongs to someone else, and intend to deprive them of permanent ownership, it is called theft. If the success of restructuring the 1.6 billion dollar racing

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Top-level motocross in Te Kopuru u by Andy Bryenton

The final round of the Penrite Northland Motocross Champs roared into rural Kaipara this weekend, with determined riders aiming to tally up as many points as possible to clinch a podium finish. The hard-fought campaign, which culminated at the Dargaville MX and ATV Club’s Te Kopuru track has seen some fierce battles, and it all led up to a day of wheel-to-wheel action. Competitors from Whangarei MCC, Maungaturoto MCC, Rodney MCC and the hosting Dargaville MX & ATV club trucked in with their machines at the ready for an early start; well in excess of 200 athletes keen to go for the trophy across 11 classes. These ranged from small 65cc bikes up to the full-sized moto monsters of the adult and veteran classes. Event organiser Colin Rowse

has shared the full story of how this season-capping event was prepared for on social media, and offers a big thanks to all those who pitched in to help, whether with heavy machinery or with their hands and skills alone. With the track ready to go, it was time to view some of the battles for a podium position, which have dominated the fourround Northland tournament. ¢

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Welcome to Mangawhai Celebrating good neighbours u by Andy Bryenton

Neighbours Day Aotearoa is a national event that takes place for ten days during the end of March to the beginning of April. Why call it a day and set aside for a week? That’s because building communities is important. The initiative was started a decade ago, encouraging people to connect with their neighbours, to inspire people to do something, whether it be big or small, to reach out to people in their community. Kaipara District Libraries are supporting the neighbours day philosophy by running a promotion that encourages customers to do one small neighbourly thing during the 10day event. Your local library has a checklist of five actions to pick up, and participants only have to check off one of the items to go into the draw for a prize. All five libraries across the district will be taking part in

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Dargaville

Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert – 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. Alcoholics Anonymous – If you want to drink that’s your business. If you want to stop maybe we can help. Regular Weekly meetings in Dargaville. Phone 09 439 5248 or 0800 228 6757. Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group – meets third Tuesday of the month 10–11.30am at St John Ambulance Hall Dargaville. Phone Maxine (Kaipara Community Adviser) 022 916 068. Arapohue Tennis Club – Social tennis Mon nights 6.15pm-Dark. Courts at Mititai Road, Arapohue A&P Showgrounds. Come along & join in. Enquiries Ph 09 439 2512 or 09 439 2154. Community Lunch – Every Thursday noon–1.30 pm at Riverside Christian Centre, 1 Beach Road. Free lunch available to all. Transport available in town. Ph 09 439 8887. Dargaville Cancer Support Group – Fourth Tuesday of the month at 1pm at the Kaipara Community Health Centre conference room. Contact Ken 09 439 4452. Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau – 37 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville open weekdays 10am to 1pm. Ph 09 439 6100 email dargaville@cab.org.nz. Dargaville Embroidery Group – third Thursday of the month, 10am–2pm, Contact Rosemary 09 439 0656 for more information. Dargaville Girls Brigade – For girls 5–15 yrs. Terms two and three only. Thursdays after school 3–5pm,

held at Baptist Church, Victoria St, Dargaville. Call Pauline 021 263 7446 or see our Facebook page. Dargaville Healing Rooms – 7pm–8.30pm. Tuesdays at the Lion of Judah Building, River Road, Dargaville. All Welcome. Free. No appointment necessary. Visit Dargaville Healing Rooms on Facebook. Dargaville Quilters – Meet third Tuesday of the month 10am–2pm, 43 Tirarau Street, Dargaville (old CMA building). New members welcome. Phone 09 439 1598. Dargaville Scout Group – For boys and girls aged 6–99 years at 23 Onslow Street. All info on door or phone Dianne on 09 283 2006. Dargaville Senior Net – Open Day on the third Monday of the month at 1pm. All welcome Contact Dot 09 439 1711 or Heather 09 439 4452. Dargaville Women’s Club – Meet third Thursday of every month 10am at Memorial Park Kiosk. New members welcome, phone Marilyn 09 439 6648. Drop-in Centre – Tuesdays 10am–noon at the Town Hall in foyer beside Anzac Theatre. All welcome. $1 cuppa. Contact Bev on 021 250 6776. Floral Art Club – meet third Wednesday of the month at the Greenways Centre Tirarau Street, 1pm. Contact Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560. Justices of the Peace Signing Desk – Justices of the Peace will be available on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Whanau Focus Centre, Victoria Street from 11am–1pm call 09 439 7009. Kaipara Grey Power – Every third Friday of the month at 1pm. Dargaville Methodist Church. More info call June 09 439 1736. Kaihu Valley Music Club – Every third Sunday, from

1–4pm. Everyone welcome. Contact John or May 09 439 0827. Kaipara Budgeting Service – Free and Confidential Monday to Friday 9am–1pm, back of the Lighthouse Church, 80 Normanby St. Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8592. Kaipara Ukulele Orchestra – Wednesdays 6–7pm New members are welcome - either expert or beginners. Phone Sharon on 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634. Leisure Marching – Dargaville Town Hall, Tuesday 3.45–4.45pm anyone interested phone Elizabeth 027 283 1280. Mainly Music – Every Wednesday 10–11am at the Dargaville Baptist Church, Victoria Street. $2 per child or $3 per family. Phone Rebecca 09 439 1499. Make a Friend Playgroup – 0–5 years, Thursdays 9am–noon. Methodist Church Hall, gold coin donation. Phone Danae 09 439 4833. Peggy Purls in our Community – Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby Street. Petanque – Mondays at 10am at the Sports Complex. Phone 09 439 7798. Stitches and Craft – 5 Cranley Street, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details. Te Kopuru Playcentre – welcomes new members, open Tuesday and Thursdays 9am–12.30pm for newborn to 6 years old. 3 Norton Street next door to primary school. Further information email te.kopuru@ playcentre.org.nz or phone 09 439 0083. The Dargaville Menz Shed – Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week 10am–3pm. New members welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685. Wednesday Crafts – Every Wednesday 10am to noon at the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) on Tirarau Street. Morning tea and lunch served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session. Contact Judy 439 4605 or Linda 439 5264.

Ruawai

Ruawai Lions Club – Dinner Meeting third Thursday of the month 6.30pm at Ruawai Sports Club. Info: Rosemary 027 210 2008 or Dorothy 09 439 2557.

Maungaturoto

Otamatea Community Services – Free shopping trip to Whangarei, leaves Maungaturoto 9.30am. 2nd Tuesday and 4th Wednesday of the month. 09 431 9080 to book.

Kaiwaka

Kaipara Young Farmers - Last Thursday of each month, 7pm, at Three Furlongs Bar and Grill 1942 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka. Contact chairman Kurtis Danks 021 159 8453 kwdanks@gmail.com. Kaiwaka Scottish Country Dance Club – Kaiwaka War Memorial Hall, Wednesdays 10am–noon. Teacher: Elaine 027 432 0032 Secretary: Megan 021 275 3007.

Mangawhai

PADA – Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Aotearoa. Free talk by educator Liora Noy. Monday, March 23 at 1pm Mangawhai Library Hall. RSVP by March 16 to Karen 021 528 170 email karenlclarke51@gmail. com.

Markets

Dargaville Riverside Market – Corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays noon–4pm, phone 021 549 427 or see us on Facebook. Mangawhai Village Market – Every Saturday by the Village Hall, 9am–1pm. Contact Marita for details 021 598 917. Paparoa Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday 9am– noon on the village green, Paparoa. Contact 027 475 4490. Ruawai Car boot sale – at Ruawai Community Church, Saturday, March 21 at 8.30am. For further enquiries, phone 09 439 2929. Ruawai Market Day – Fourth Sunday of the month. Ruawai Four Square car park 9am to 1pm. Contact Cathryn text 022 631 0644.

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ALL BIKES DARGAVILLE

• Farm & Recreational, Quads + Bikes • Quality ATV & Motorbike tyres • General Service to Full rebuild • Gst Registered • Free Pickup + Delivery

Phone Patrick Lumby: 027 201 8625

Aoroa Poultry Free range eggs

Daphne and Bernie

021 262 1080 or 022 363 7991 MPI REG 167 Pouto Road, Dargaville, Kaipara aoroa-poultry@gmx.com

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• Decks • Rental Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fit Outs • Fences & Repairs • Concreting • House Renovations •Plus Much More

CONTRACT FENCING

027 455 7750 / 09 439 8628 ats.maintenance@hotmail.com

ATJ

SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE

• Rollers 1.5 - 13 tonne • Diggers 1-20 tonne • Site dumpers 1-10 tonne • Loaders, Trailers, Plate Compactors etc

Call the team at ATJ for your hire needs

Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 0493 4 Morrosion Drive, Warkworth

C&C Contract Electrical DARGAVILLE Craig Burrell • Registered Electrician

PETER BLACKWELL 021 295 9647

Phone Craig 021 534 882 • Bookings 021 440 634

Funeral Packages from $2,249

CALL CHRIS HICKEY ON 027 561 1719 email: fencingspecialists.nz@gmail.com

ALL ASPECTS OF FARM & LIFESTYLE BLOCK FENCING & MAINTENANCE INCLUDING:

• Post & Batten • Entrances • Post & Rail • Retaining Walls • Stock Yards • Riparian Lots • Netting • Subdivisions

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A L L T H E B I G N A MES, I N CL U D I N G :

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Includes a simple casket, crematorium fees and a death certificate

Phone: 0508 623 374 www.funeralsmadesimple.co.nz

CERTIFIED PLUMBER OPENING HOURS: Wed & Thurs – 10am-2pm Fri & Sat – 9am-4pm (Or by appointment) Don Lawson – 021 983 560

3 PARORE ST, DARGAVILLE • PH 09 439 8881

inc GST

Kirstin Lawson – 021 983 565

www.greenspaceplants.co.nz greenspaceplants@outlook.com @greenspaceplantsnz 243A Mountain Road, Kaiwaka

J Kelliher

P: 027 494 2919 Workshop: 09 439 6577

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Workwear

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52 Victoria Street, Dargaville 09 439 8946 jackfannons@gmail.com

Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

Landscaping to Earthmoving Certified Drainlaying Septic Farms, Subdivisions & more Call Gary Whippy today!

gary@kccontracting.co.nz • 027 469 8079

Les Sweeney Builders

WASHING MACHINES AND DRYERS

4b Parore Street (Behind Bridgestone) Summer hours: 7am to whenever Winter hours: 7am to 6pm MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are the septic tank Phone: cleaning specialists in your district. 09 439 0005

KAURI COAST CONTRACTING LTD

FOR ALL YOUR FENCING REQUIREMENTS Contact: 1Sum Fencing Contractors Steve Nathan ph (09) 439 6633 or (027) 272 7968 kahuparere@xtra.co.nz

KAURI COAST LAUNDRETTE

OPEN 7 DAYS

• EXCAVATIONS • TRENCHING • DRAINS & WATER TABLES • POST BORING • SITE CLEARANCE • TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS • ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR

“NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

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021 056 7665

• • • •

New Housing Commercial Alterations Additions

Les Ph: 0274 972 929 A/H: 09 439 7524 60

Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning Septic & Sewerage Treatment Systems

FOR HIRE

Office: 09 439 8048 Fax: 09 437 5796 Email: office@morrisandmorris.co.nz

Don’t let your septic tank become costly - service it now!

09 431 8440 021 125 1576

MP & RA

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30 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

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CONTRACTORS

4 TONNE -DIGGER – BOBCAT – TIP TRUCK Property Maintenance – Driveways – Building Sites Stump & Tree Removal – Hole Boring – Chain Trencher Calf Shed and Stockyard Cleaning Phone Matt: 021 199 6677 Email: mprabrownecontractors@gmail.com

• Hedge Trimming • Water blasting • Pruning/Tree Trimming • Section Clean Up • General Garden Maintenance • Planting • Weed Spraying AND MORE! Call now for a no obligation free quote!

Matt 021 111 0595 or email muddythumbs@gmail.com

15 Gladstone Street, Dargaville, 0310, PO Box 8043, Kensington 0145, Whangarei

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Nick Christiansen Tree Services Phone: 021 439 673

• Trees • Shrubs • Hedges • Vines • Felling • Trimming • Reducing • Pruning •Dargaville owned and operated

Norman Kitchen Design Kitchens make the home 30 Normanby Street, Dargaville Phone Aaron 027 539 4884 Email: normankitchendesign@xtra.co.nz

For new kitchens, cabinets, repairs and hardware Norman Kitchen Design

Your Local Farming Partner • Suppliers of Waikato milking systems • Expert advice and service on Effluent systems • Pumps • Milking Machinery • Trenching • Water Filtration • Effluent Systems 120 Lower Dent St Whangarei • Ph 09 438 3844 106 Jervois St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 4005 www.northlandfarm.co.nz

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THE APPLIANCE DOCTOR OPTOMETRISTS THURSDAY’S 10.30AM — 4.00PM Shop 4 | Edwin Arcade 86 Victoria Street, Dargaville

HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED

Ameet Maharaj Phone: 022 172 3327 maharaj.ameet@gmail.com Fridge/Freezers, Dishwashers, Dryers, Cooktops, Ovens, Washing Machines.

PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON 027 437 6521

TK DIGGERS 027 432 0588

Operator AARON GUEST 09 439 1843 tkdiggers@gmail.com

12 tonner tilt bucket, good rates, own transporter Great service Northland wide

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Closing date for classified advertising for the 24 March 2020 edition is Monday 23 March 2020

For Sale

Septic Tank Services

Tree Services

Property Maintenance

ANGUS PUREBRED Bull, two and a half years old, would suit any farm, view calves, $3,000+GST. Phone 021 430 086.

EFFLUENT REMOVAL, just give us a call, we remove it all. ‘Magic Property Services’. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance

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

AFFORDABLE STUMP GRINDING

1 STOP Window & Door Repairs - Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz - Window & Door Services Ltd.

Security

Get rid of those ugly stumps easily! Affordable stump Grinding, Grinding will remove them, our tracked machine only places 4lb per inch weight on the ground so no ugly wheel marks on the lawn.

CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764. CHICKEN MANURE for sale in bulk or small lots – $20 cubic metre plus freight call 09 432 2444 or 027 476 5458. CLOVER HAY, conventional bales $12, Ruawai. Phone 021 156 1227. KING SIZE trundler bed, as new, $350. Phone 027 203 0030. NISSAN NAVARA parts. Z24 engine, gearbox, LSD diff, & driveshaft. All good, $250 for all. Phone 09 439 0275. SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara – car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573. TOP SOIL, top quality, $75 per m3 onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

To Let BOARD AVAILABLE Awakino Road, prefer working couple, 2 rooms, $260 per week. Must be smoker & dog friendly, phone Kevin 021 450 201. THREE BEDROOM house for rent, Dargaville. Walking distance to town & the medical centre. Includes a 40 square metre garage. Non-smokers, must have references. $350 per week. Phone 021 103 1301.

Wanted to Rent LOOKING FOR rental in rural Kaihu area. Anything and any area considered. Phone 027 228 0771.

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

Personal SINGLE? MEET other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself, all ages. Dine out ‘Dinner for six’. Phone 021 639 552.

SECURE YOUR Home - Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches - Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 - Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz - Window & Door Services Ltd.

Grazing GRAZING AVAILABLE from 1st May 2020 to 1st May 2021 for 60 R2 $8.50/head, at Titoki. Also, winter grazing for 80 cows $15/head from 1st May 2020. Phone Eric on 027 370 6899. GRAZING LAND wanted with or without house. Dargaville surrounds. Any size considered. Phone 09 439 5080.

Garage Sale

Phone 021 185 2755 For a FREE quote

Mid Month Market

Work Wanted

Saturday 21st March Community Hall Hokianga Road Dargaville, opposite the Anzac Theatre.

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER interior and exterior, can travel, 30 years experience, phone Gary Dixon 021 066 7505.

8am till noon, Something for everyone.

09 439 7243

DRIVE SAFE On Rural Roads

VERSATILE HANDYMAN service for light construction. Decks, concrete, paving, digger work, tanks, plastering, painting, maintenance & repairs. Please phone for free quote 021 143 1494.

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill 09 439 1505 027 614 6309

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

09 439 6068

SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Best rates guaranteed. Phone 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage.co.nz, Email: dargavilleselfstorage@gmail.com.

RUAWAI PLANTS. The rains are coming, and our vegetable seedlings are ready @ $2.50 a punnet. Herbs @ $3 each, flowering shrubs @ $6.50 each. Hours Monday-Friday 9am–1.30pm. Phone 09 439 2115.

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT’S AROUND THE CORNER

GLEN’S GLASS & Joinery Services – phone 021 0234 7086 or email glensglass2018@gmail.com NEW BUILD to renovations/maintenance. Anything from decks to renovation through to home builds. Qualified builder returned home from Auckland. Call John 021 0819 3758. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $465.75 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. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

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

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 Trades & Services DECKS, FENCES, all small building jobs undertaken, Baylys Beach based. Phone Ross for a free quote, NorWest Building & Maintenance, 027 412 0840.

Storage

Plants for Sale

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.

WATCH BATTERIES REPLACED WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

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Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA

Leave your watch at Moran’s Bookshop for 3 day battery change (unless requiring further service) Distinction Jewellers

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CLASSIFIEDS Situations Vacant WAITING STAFF/KITCHEN Hand wanted for customer service, till operation, dishwashing and delivery. Contact restaurant manager Manoj Shiraz Dargaville. Phone 021 0264 3557, email shirazmanager.manoj@gmail.com

CIRCUS KUMARANI MANAGER Seeking a creative, dynamic, and organised person to join our team. Applications close 30th of March, 5pm. Contact admin@circuskumarani.co.nz Phone: 027 489 6093

We are looking for a part time receptionist to join their team for three days per week 8.30am to 5pm. We are a family focused Accounting firm needing a professional and friendly person to be our front of house and perform administrative duties to a high standard. The successful candidate will ideally have the following attributes: • Great attention to detail • A professional, can do attitude • Organised and efficient • Clear communication skills • Experience with Microsoft Office

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 24 March 2020 edition is Monday 23 March 2020 Situations Vacant

Public Notices

Death Notices

KAY, GRACE

Support Workers – Kaipara We are looking for special Support Workers who are energetic, willing to learn, Tender Loving Care have a caring fun and compassionate nature. This is In your own home more than just a job – you will be providing invaluable support. There are a variety of shift vacancies that require filling including days/nights/weekends and livein care. We would like some flexibility to cover leave, as required. Experience in the disability/ aged care sector is preferred. Duties Include: Assisting with all personal cares, working with the clients and therapists to extend abilities, supporting outings in the community and completing daily household tasks. This really is a unique and interesting role working with a long established team to make a huge difference in our clients lives. If you are interested in applying for this role please contact Raechel by emailing your CV to recruitment@tlc4u2.co.nz Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and a full clean Driver’s Licence.

Public Notices

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Passed away peacefully 13th March 2020 in Norfolk Court rest home, Dargaville, surrounded by family; aged 92. Loved wife of the late Bill. Loved Mum of Grant, Murray and Jan, Warwick, and Darryl and Sharon. Cherished Nana to Gavin, Rhonda, and Denise; Sharlene, and Jason; Stacey, Ashleigh, and Jordyn; Jamie, and Amy; and to her many great-grandchildren. Special thanks to the staff of Norfolk Court rest home for their excellent care and respect. A celebration of Grace’s life will be held at The Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby and Parore Streets, Dargaville, on Thursday, 19th March 2020, at 1:00pm, followed by interment at the Dargaville (Mt Wesley) RSA Cemetery, Old Golf Course Road, Mt Wesley, Dargaville.

TE TAI TOKERAU SECONDARY SCHOOLS KAPAHAKA FESTIVAL 2020 45 years celebration Tuesday 7th April 2020 Wednesday 8th April 2020 Hosted by Dargaville High School Kaipara - Ngati Whatua me Te Roroa Register a trade stall at Te Tai Tokerau Cultural Festival: Download Food Stall Vendor Application and Conditions www.dargavillehighschool.co.nz/PDF/foodstall-vendor-application-and-conditions.pdf Download Kaipara District Application - One Day Event Stall www.dargavillehighschool.co.nz/PDF/KDCApplication-One-Day-Event-Stall.pdf Contact: wclarke@darghigh.school.nz or office@darghigh.school.nz

Public notice

If this sounds like you, please send your covering letter and CV to Karina@myaccountants.co.nz Applications close 27th March

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert change of venue — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

09 439 8385 | 18 Parenga St, Dargaville www.myaccountants.co.nz

CHESS CLUB – anyone interested, evenings for two hours, please contact Steve 09 439 8819.

PAULA LINNEA VAN DEN BERG of Ruawai, has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Dargaville for the renewal of a on-licence in respect of premises situated at 10 Ruawai Wharf Rd, Ruawai.

NZ IMMIGRATION forms and NZ passport forms, available from Citizens Advice Bureau. 37 Hokianga Road, Town Hall building.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant & Bar. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are;

MONEY NATTERS – Casual group chat over morning tea about money issues you would like help with. Bring along a friend. Every Friday 10.00am to 11.00am at Kaipara Budgeting Service, 80 Normanby Street.

– Monday to Sunday, 11am – 1am the following day.

NORTH KAIPARA Maori Wardens AGM. Agenda: Financial reports, audit presentation, election of officers, amendments to constitution. 4th April 10am. 38 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Phone 021 0857 8628. ALL WELCOME.

Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

THE LAST riverside produce market will be held on the 26th of March. Thank you to all the customers who have supported us over the past nine years.

No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in Section 105(1) of the sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

WHITE ROCK Gallery Inc. Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 25th March in the Paparoa Hall at 7pm. All welcome.

This is the second publication of this notice. The first was published on the 3rd of March 2020.

GREENWAYS

GENERAL MANAGER Greenways Trust is an organisation supporting adults with an intellectual disability to create opportunities and provide support for work, recreation and home life. We currently are looking for an inspirational and experienced person to lead our diverse team based in Dargaville. The ideal candidate will be client focused and have experience managing and developing staff. You will be business and quality focused, have a flexible approach and great communication skills. A key component of this role is the ability to establish and maintain key relationships as well as being solution focused and having a “can-do” attitude. For a position description, person specification and application form please email

Dianne Fowlie greenwaystrust@xtra.co.nz Closing Date — 5:00 pm Tuesday 31st March 2020

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

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

The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Council Offices Unit 13, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or 42 Hokianga Road Dargaville.

Oi!

DON’T TXT & DRIVE

PUBLIC MEETING

KAIPARA GREY POWER

Auctions

Host: Matt King | Northland MP Come listen and question Dargaville Methodist Church Friday 20th March Format 1pm Association Business | 1.30pm Matt King Everyone Welcome

HAVE A safe AND

HAPPY EASTER

AUCTION! TIMBER, ROUNDWOOD, BATTENS A/C Mt Pokaka Timber Products Ltd 1213 State Highway 10, Kerikeri (2km South of Kerikeri roundabout) Starts: 10am Saturday 28th March 2020 Register prior to this TIMBER: Assortment of H3.2 & H4 Timber including decking (smooth & grip tread), landscaping, palings, TG&V and RS retaining, fence rails, stockyard rails and assorted mixed packs. ROUNDWOOD: Quantities of H4 Posts and Strainers Volume of 1.8m, 2.4m & 2.7m mixed seconds Timber & Roundwood sold in lots to suit all purchases Full catalogue available from Thursday 26th March 2020 PAYMENT TERMS:

Accounts, Cash, Cheque or Eftpos

ENQUIRIES: Phone: 09 407 7271| Email: sales@mtpokaka.co.nz

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AUCTION

Open Homes

Unless Sold Prior – 23rd April in office auction 1pm

Sat 21st March Sat 28th March Sat 18th April

32 Tirarau Street, Dargaville • Indoor/ Outdoor Flow • 3 Double Bedrooms - Weatherboard / Iron roof • Centre of Town - Short walk to shops and schools • Large double garage/workshop 9m x 7m • Lovely outdoor entertainment area

1pm - 2pm 1pm - 2pm 1pm - 2pm

• Built around the 1920’s • HRV System - Open Plan Living • Insulation top and bottom • Recently painted inside and out • A must to consider!

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CA Motorcycles - 104 Jervois St, Dargaville | 09 439 0170