Kaipara Lifestyler, March 28 2012 by Integrity Community Media

LIFESTYLER

March 28 2012

Prepare For Winter

Kaipara

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A bigger beach for Tinopai

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“I will get to the bottom of New Zealand’s pre-European history if it’s the last thing I do” This clear intention was given by Noel Hilliam, co-author of the book, To the Ends of the Earth, launched on Saturday at Dargaville Town Hall. Addressing the launch gathering, he said: “I have now stepped up to the line and asked the government to set up a Royal Commission of Enquiry into the true history of New Zealand.’’ The book postulates that a race emanating from Europe settled New Zealand some centuries before the Maori arrived. On a weekend of a number of major events in Dargaville and district, the co-authors of the book, Maxwell Hill, Hilliam and Gary Cook were supported by a Town Hall packed to the doors. “Max approached us as he had done some research, and Gary and I had the back up information, including photographs taken over the years of many of the sites in question,” said Mr Hilliam. He has been researching and exploring the west coast for many years and has an unrivalled knowledge of ancient shipwrecks and other coastal features.

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He said the book launch exceeded the authors’ expectations. “We put out 450 chairs and some people had to stand as well. There were visitors from Hamilton, Tauranga, Kaitaia and Bay of Islands. We estimated that 500 had turned up. Kaipara District Mayor, Neil Tiller, ofﬁciated as master of ceremonies and MP Mike Sabin, Waitahi rangatira, George Connolly, and the book’s editor, John Aldworth, also came,” says Hilliam. continued on page 5 . . .

A wonderful weekend — and there’s more in store! With a break in the weather and a record crowd of revellers enjoying the best of Kaipara kai and hospitality this year’s Kaipara Kai and Fun Festival got off to a flying start last weekend. Visitors and locals alike flocked to Selwyn Park for a slice of the action, circulating among a field of brightly coloured marquees featuring everything from gourmet cooking to fairground fun.

Harbour puts out the welcome mat

Noel Hilliam, Gary Cook, Max Hill and John Baldworth display copies of To the Ends of the Earth

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A winning Kaipara catch

With numbers far exceeding last year’s total the day was a smashing success, showcasing not just the best we have to offer locally but a nationwide buffet of ﬁne foods and wines. Later in the afternoon there was action by the riverside as the contestants in this year’s Northern Wairoa Boating Club Raft Race braved the muddy waters. continued on page 5 . . .

Fireworks end a stunning day in Dargaville

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A bigger beach for Tinopai The removal of dense waterside mangroves from Tinopai Beach is part of an ongoing effort to expose more areas of sand for public use but strict guidelines for the project have made for a careful operation by local residents. The Tinopai Residents and Ratepayers Improvement Society was granted permission for the mangrove clearance by the Regional Council. “There were fairly stringent guidelines,” said resident and committee member, Bobby Smith.

“We had to cut the mangroves, not pull them out, and we could only cut back trunks below 75 millimetres. Anything larger stays. The cutting is a pity, as we will have to go round keeping an eye on re-growth. We will have to see how it evolves, whether the sand covers the stumps. As part of the project, we weren’t able to use machinery on the beach, and even trailers had to be brought in just adjacent to the sand.” The clearance project is on-going, with considerable support from local people.

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Rally to close rural roads Kaipara roads will crackle to the exhausts of top-line rally cars this coming weekend as the Brother International Rally of Whangarei stages through temporarily closed country roads. The event is the opening round of both the Asia Paciﬁc Rally Championship and the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. Competitors and teams from the Asia Paciﬁc region — Australia, India, New Caledonia, Malaysia, Japan, China and Indonesia — will compete with Kiwi drivers coming from all over the country for the two-day rally. From Whangarei’s Quayside Town Basin, the rally route takes competitors — and fans — primarily southwest of Whangarei as far as Paparoa through rural roads which traverse the Whangarei, Northland and Kaipara regions. The event showcases Northland and Kaipara with support from Kaipara District Council, the Maungaturoto Co-operative, and other community groups. Rally of New Zealand Ltd, return half the proceeds of spectator ticket sales to the community groups which help run the event.

Kaipara and adjacent road closures: Saturday March 31: Ararua Road, from the District Boundary to Bull Road. Bull Road, from Ararua Road to the District Boundary. Stead Road, from the District Boundary to Taipuha Road. Taipuha Road, from Stead Road to Neville Road. Neville Road, from Taipuha Road to Hosking Road. Hosking Road, from Neville Road to Paparoa Oakleigh Road.

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Flying the flag in Paparoa Paparoa’s historic Landing, where the first settlers stepped ashore in the 1860s to take up land grants and town sections is undergoing a transformation as the 150th anniversary settler celebrations are being planned for Labour weekend. A centrepice will be an imposing steel flagpole which will tower above the entrance to the reserve which is bounded by the Paparoa stream opposite the town’s RSA members break ground for the new general store and other flagpole: l/r treasurer, Bill Ponsonby, businesses. vice-president Keith Stubbs, member John Eddy and president, Ralph Williams The pole will be erected in the coming weeks, said local RSA president, Ralph Williams. “It has been paid for from dontations by members of the Paparoa RSA, and presented to the people of Paparoa. It will be embedded in a concrete base, to fly the New Zealand flag on appropriate occasions.” In addition to the flagpole, the Landing has a new — well, landing!. The remains of the original wharf, where goods and passengers came ashore has been replaced with a new structure, by the local citizens’ association, Progressive Paparoa.

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This is a series of regular articles keeping you informed of happenings on our harbour today, and from bygone days — truly the ‘Jewel of the Kaipara’.

Kaipara harbour rolls out the welcome mat The Northern Kaipara will be host to more than 700 Albertland descendent’s over the Easter break, as they gather for the 150th anniversary of the regions’ settlement by immigrants from England, and beyond, with the ﬁrst ships arriving in 1862. “The anniversary is certainly going to be busy, with some activities already over-subscribed and having to be extended,” said celebration committee chair, Steve Levet. “The headquarters for the weekend will be the Albertland Heritage Centre, in Port Albert Rd, Wellsford, and participants in the celebrations will fan out from there, on bus trips, harbour boat excursions, visits to local attractions including The Kauri Museum and historic sites around the Kaipara.”

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On location for the Albertland feature: (left/right) Paul Campbell, Kelsey Saunders and Regan Enticott at Port Albert wharf

A major influence in this regard was the Rev William Gittos, who had arrived in New Zealand at the age of 10, and after joining the Wesleyan Church, was an effective roaming missionary. The first task for the new arrivals was shelter from the elements and immediately work began on temporary homes, using whatever was available from the surrounding bush, split slab wooden sides and a thatch of nikau fronds, an open fireplace lined with ponga. In commemorating those times, the anniversary opening ceremony will be held at the Port Albert Domain and from then on buses and boats depart on Heritage trips around the Kaipara Harbour. These include a two-and-a-half hour boat trip through the Otamatea River, past historic Batley House and the original home of Rev William Gittos, who played a huge role in early Albertland. A highlight of the celebrations will be a multimedia show at the Wellsford Community Centre, featuring a 60-minute video premiered especially for the anniversary. It was co-produced by Alison Enticott and her sister, Carolyn Parris, descendants of the pioneering Inger family. The cast includes author and historian, Paul Campbell, whose Images from Albertland, a photographic history of the opening up of the early Kaipara, was especially produced for the 150th event. He narrates the story of Albertland from embarkation in London, through the long voyage to New Zealand, and the subsequent trials and tribulations of settling a strange new land. Wellsford teenagers, Regan Enticott and Kelsey Saunders, play the roles of grandchildren getting acquainted with their family history. “The project was hard work but a lot of fun,” said Alison. “Now the proof of the pudding will be in the premiere.” As well as the activity in the community centre, there will be historical displays at Port Albert Hall and a luncheon featuring a reenactment of settlement and a cultural show at Te Hana’s Te Ao Marama Cultural Centre. A major event will be the Saturday night gala dinner at Te Hana, which begins with a powhiri followed by pre-dinner drinks, then a buffet dinner followed by a re-enactment cultural show. Guests are invited to stay on and dance the night away with a live band. On Sunday April 8, there will be a Remembrance Service at Port Albert Hall followed at 11am by a launch Regatta on the harbour, and the a Country Fair/Sports Day at Port Albert Domain.

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Raft race looks to 2013 Last weekend’s raft race on the Northern Wairoa River could become an annual event with crews competing for a trophy donated in 1973. Five teams of rafters set out from Notorious East Road on a voyage to the Dargaville Boating Club ramp, vying for the Edgar Bradley Trophy, now held at the Dargaville Museum. The activity ran alonside the Kaipara Kai festival. “The event was arranged by an organising committee formed from Sport Northland, the Kaipara District Council, Northern Wairoa Boating Club and the New Zealand Police as part of the national community pride programme,” said committee member, Roxanne Kelly Frost. “It was the ﬁrst time it has been held since 1997 and we want to hold it again next year, which will be the 40th anniversary of the ﬁrst event in 1973.” The hour-and-a-half raft journey ended with competitors having to carry their craft ashore, and the winning team was ‘Gospel Youth’, from the Dargaville Gospel Hall, made up of Jordan Whitehead, Kimberley Whitehead, Lydia Savage, Aden Sade-Inia, Daniel Apai and Sorren Honeymans.

The end in sight — Winners Gospel Youth nearing the finish line

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Controversial book launched ‘To the Ends of the Earth’ is a controversial account offering the theory that explorers from Greece were the ﬁrst to set foot in New Zealand. “We have the evidence to prove it and interest is coming from all over the country, from Stewart Island to Kaitaia,” Hilliam says. “After the presentation, a book signing of the 500 copies we had on hand ran out. For those that missed we have taken orders and will send them on post free.” The foreword to the book is by environmentalist, author and TV personality, Professor David Bellamy.

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A wonderful weekend — and there’s more in store! And although the day finally came to an end with a huge fireworks display on the river (organised by the Kauri Coast Promotion Society and generously funded by the Lion Foundation) the fun goes on into another week of entertainment for young and old. If a relaxed and sophisticated dinner hosted by one of New Zealand’s most iconic entertainers is your idea of a great Saturday night, then don’t miss this! The one and only Gary McCormick (poet, writer, radio host, TV personality and raconteur) will be dropping in for a night of fine cuisine, entertainment and fun at the Lighthouse. Mark this one on your social calendar in red — it’s going to be a great evening. On the other hand, you might be more at home on the dance floor. Booming bass, smoke machines and strobes set the scene for none other than the world’s best hip hop dancers, paying their first visit to Dargaville after a globe-conquering run to the top. The ‘Request’ dance crew will be joined by local hip hop crews in a spectacular dance event which is sure to get you out of your seat — and at only $10 per ticket this is a great chance to see the best in the world do their thing.

Locals remembered at Kevin Friedrich concert

A few moments were set aside to remember local people who have passed away over the last two years during the highly successful Kevin Friedrich concert at the Lighthouse Function Centre on Sunday afternoon. While Kevin, Nolene Osbaldiston and Pippa Howes played the well-known Irish tune ‘Danny Boy’, a slide show produced by photographer Ken Cashin was shown to the large audience. “We thought it would be nice to have a few minutes of musical tribute to those we have lost over the last year or two” says Kevin. Ken Cashin said that there were about 50 photos on the slides and it took about five minutes to show. “Some of the audience told me afterwards that it was nice although it brought a few tears. But it was an extremely good concert and I must say it is wonderful to have these annual musical occasions.” Many others must Marie Jones assisting Sonja Palinich to cut the ribbon to the new exhibition think so too, as there were 187 tickets sold for the event. Zealand from the first recorded here on Edward After the concert invited guests were Wakefield’s ship in 1839 until Grayson Masefield welcomed by the new exhibition’s curator won the World Accordion championships Kevin Friedrich, Kaipara Mayor Neil Tiller and in 2009. New Zealand Accordion Association President Dargaville Museum manager, Pene McKenzie, Sonja Palinich to a display at the Dargaville reminds all those who bought tickets to the Museum. The ribbon was cut by Sonja assisted concert that they are very welcome to call in and by Marie Jones, a founding member of the NZ see this new display until the end of the week. Accordion Association The exhibition will stay on show for the next The Wakefield to Masefield Exhibition tells the story of piano accordions in New six months.

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A new look for Poppy Day

This year’s Anzac Day commemorations, the 97th, the Gallipoli landings and the 90th anniversary of the Poppy Day Appeal, will have a new look. The Returned Services Association has been undergoing a design makeover, aimed at making the organisation more relevant to today’s society, and for the past year this new image has been on the drawing board of consultants, Designworks. This Anzac, ‘Phase 3’ of the re-imaging exercise will be implemented. “The new 2012 Poppy Day Appeal will have a refreshed look in keeping with the new RSA brand for the future released late last year,” said RSA chief executive, Dr Stephen Clarke. “The National RSA will be announcing several other initiatives to commemorate Anzac Day in the coming weeks.” Dr Clarke has also defended the use of imported poppies, from China, rather than those made in IHC workshops in New Zealand in the past.

“Our national executive which represents our associations around the country has committed to a new poppy supply agreement in 2012 and will have exclusive rights for supplying poppies as requested by our membership.” However, he said following the Christchurch earthquake, the RSA there could sell from a stockpile held from before the import decision. Elsewhere, RSA’s needed to “maximise their fundraising” and a “cost-effective option for supplying poppies helped the RSA movement to do more in providing support to veterans as well as ex-servicemen and women and their families.” The appeal runs from April 16 through to a street collection on April 20, to seek funds for RSA organisations across New Zealand to work with veterans as well as ex-servicemen and women and their dependants. In 2011, $1.7M was raised. “All the money raised locally is spent locally — so money raised in a community is spent on the welfare needs of ex-servicemen and women in that community,” Dr Clarke added.

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The friendly team there will deliver and hook up your gas bottles Kaipara wide, all at a very reasonable cost. They’re just the ticket for keeping your water heater, califont or cooktop nice and toasty during the colder months, and gas can work out cheaper than electricity in many situations. Mitsubishi and Fujitsu heat pumps are two of the biggest names in the business — and for good reason. These companies produce modern, quiet and incredible economical heating and cooling systems which have taken New Zealand by storm. When selecting a heat pump remember that it’s important to get the right one for the right room — both size and alignment are of huge importance if you want to get the most out of your investment. Both Laser Electrical and your local 100% stores (McKay’s in Dargaville and Fergus Appliance Spot in Maungaturoto) are able to advise you on your best options — check out their stunning pre-winter prices and book in a free home assessment. Two more vital pieces of the heating puzzle are often overlooked simply because they also serve to make your home look beautiful. Well insulated curtains from Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre will keep the cold from coming in through exposed areas of glass. Existing drapes can even be backed to add winter comfort. Alternatively, when replacing or renovating window surrounds, it’s a good idea to think about double glazing — a coming trend which is very popular in new builds. Dargaville Aluminium and Glass can advise you on the best way to implement this technology into your home. Under your feet, a thick layer of wooly carpet can serve as the best barrier against cold toes, but it also stops draughts and heat loss through the ﬂoor. You’ll notice the cosy

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MARCH 28 - 2012

2012 PARADE OF PIGS Little piggies bring home the bacon for Project Promise Santana, Jordan, Liz and Jane get the bacon sizzling for the BNZ’s Project Promise BBQ

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It’s ofﬁcial — Dargaville has been overrun by little pink invaders. The costumed, hilariously posed and downright cute piggy banks from the BNZ’s Project Promise fundraiser have taken the town by storm, and some truly inventive creativity is on display in the shop windows and counters of Dargaville’s big-hearted business people. Proving once again that the only thing that exceeds the generosity of Kaipara folks is their artistic ﬂair, we have some more porcine works of art for your enjoyment on display today,

though the full range will soon be gathered together in the BNZ bank for all to see. Bank manager Chad Lowen and his staff offer their sincerest thanks to all the people who have taken part to make this year’s parade of pigs the biggest the town has seen, complete with a barbecue held on Friday to raise money for Project Promise’s planned oncology hospital.

Santana, Liz, Jane and Jordan at the BNZ Project Promise Barbeque.

When completed, this centre will provide world class care to those in treatment for cancer, giving their families the opportunity to stay with them during treatment and reducing the gruelling travel schedules which cancer patients now face with many vital facilities based only in Auckland. Each coin dropped into a decorated piggy bank makes this plan come a little closer to fruition, as does each donation to enter the ‘dress the piggy’ contest by local business people.

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In the meantime Chad would like to remind all entrants that it’s time to bring the pigs home — all completed pigs should be delivered to the display area in the BNZ’s Dargaville branch by the end of March so that the public voting for best dressed piggy can begin. To all those involved in this year’s parade of pigs, congratulations. As well as showing some great community spirit and helping out with a very worthy cause, you’ve also put on a show of artistic talent which would be envied in the great galleries of Europe. Well — those ones which really like pigs, anyway!

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MARCH 28 - 2012

Dog’s tail . . .

Somethin’ rottin in the state?

“Dunno, Dog, I reckin we mite be betta off in Oz.” I prickt up me ears wena Boss sed that as we — I meens he — had smoko ona steps ofa woolshed. We just got back froma foristry blok ova the back ofa farm. I herd Sharlene tellin’ tha kids ata school farm trip somethin’ about a Wizzid of Oz, but was puzzild thata Boss was inta wizzids? Then he tole me: ”Ya see Dog, we seems ta be goin’ ta hell in a hand kart. Lookit this council we got. They owe mor munny thana bull can . . . (whoops — Sharlene juss arrived wiva cuppa tea an’ a scone fer ‘im so Boss interuptid hisself. “Ya know wot I mean, Dog. Heaps of it eh? “Well, me spies tell me they’re gunna wack up tha rates on forestry ina new Distrikt Plan. So much for bloody karbin credits eh. Give wiv one hand and take away wiv tha other. I reckin I mite give our mate Ray a yell, see if he can stop spendin’ time ona pub pool tabil an’ get a few blokes to cut the trees before tha rates goes up.” Then Sharlene hada werd. “You know Deah. We kan’t go to Oz an juss leave tha farms. An’ there’s me Mum. Kan’t leave her.” I wuz pleased ta her that. Her Mum’s me bess frien. Sneaks me treats alla time win she comes ta stay. “Yep,” seda Boss. “We are stuk here I gess. But lookit tha mess so called gov’mint is in. Heaps a debt all over, here ina Kaipra, evry other council, an’ juss wen tha gov’mint reckins it’s gonna sort it out, that Nick Smith minista throws a bloody wobbly an’ get hisself booted outa his ofﬁss. Fair go, Sharlene,” he sed, “can’t trusta kouncil. Can’t trusta gov’mint. An’ ya kan’t trusta ACC looks like!” I had a bituva doze asa Boss rambled on about blimm’ nashnil party intreeg, wotever that is, and leaking sesitiv emails, and ‘bloody patronage’ an’ stuff. But then he wuz tellin’ Sharlene: “Dunno why we evin botha payin’ ACC levees. Reemember me old mate Mike, (I remembid Mike ‘cos he’s gota farm in Hawks Bay wear I wuz born, “Well” went ona Boss, “old Mike wuz loadin outa tha yards an this old blimmin’ ram give him a go. Skittled him a beaut, and Mike had trubble walkin’ afta that. He’s paid blimmin tens a thousinds in levees ova tha yeers, an wot happens? “Cos he’s getting’ ona bit, ACC sez he gotta ‘pre-existin’ condishin’.

“So instead ofa ACC lookin’ after old Mike, they tol him ta ﬁx his self up. Cost heeps for a new hip. Rilly make ya wunda Dog, why we pays levees.” Thena Boss gave me a pat. “But you’ll be rite mat. I got ya vet inshurince up ta date.” I wuz pleezed ta here that. No blimmin’ govmint involved wiv me. ‘cept me bluddy dog licince. Ah, well cheers then, Billy

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Painting the town green — and orange! It’s RD1 Ruawai’s grand opening this week — there’s been a big change in the Kaipara town, seeing their prime agricultural supplier go from blue and gold to bright green and orange. New store manager Shanelle Wray and her team have pulled out all the stops to make the transition from Ruawai Farm Supplies to New Zealand’s latest branch of the RD1 family a smooth one — and they’d like to thank previous owners Trevor Harris and Heather Logue for all their support during this time. After all, the plan all along has been to keep up the friendly local service Ruawai Farm Supplies was famous for, while adding the savings and bargains a big buying group like RD1 can offer. The former Ruawai Farm Supplies store has been rebranded into a trademark orange and green RD1 store and stocked full of products ranging from dairy supplies to apparel and housewares. Grand opening specials will run all day Friday March 30 and until noon on Saturday March 31, but as a 100 percent Kiwi owned business linked into the dairy industry at the grass roots level through Fonterra, the savings will be ongoing for Ruawai farmers. Shanelle, previously team leader at RD1’s big Whangarei branch, grew up on dairy farms and really knows the agricultural business. “I’m very excited to be leading this team, having the opportunity to bring RD1’s services to the

Matt, Shanelle and Adrienne outside the bright new RD1 in Ruawai

community,” she says. “And I really appreciate the warm reception I’ve had from everyone in Ruawai.” Ably assisting the new store manager are Adrienne Hardstaff, a familiar Ruawai face and long-term Farm Supplies employee, Matt Bradley — also a familiar local who has been part of the Farm Supplies team for three years now — and Shaun Ruddell, who brings a lifetime of farming experience to his job of making sure farmers get sound advice and what they need from RD1’s newest branch. Stop by and pay the team a visit during their opening weekend — it’s the beginning of what will be a very prosperous chapter in Ruawai farming history!

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A winning Kaipara catch

End of a Maungaturoto era Maungaturoto’s popular post centre, book and stationary shop and Lotto outlet, Tony’s, is changing hands. “After 13 years, it’s time for a bit of a break,” says the owner of the Hurndall Street business, Andrea Allen. “It’s been a great experience and many wonderful customers. One of the major things has been seeing how Lotto has developed and changed over the years, with Big Wednesday and other changes. The post centre has been busier all the time too, with postal and Land Transport services. “But now, it’s time for a good holiday, then to put the feet up for a while and also catch up with jobs around the home. Then perhaps I’ll look for some part-time work here in town. We will be staying in Maungaturoto.”

Andrea Allen at the Lotto counter of Tony’s — looking forward to a good holiday

Regular customer, Ralph Williams, a local author who has books on the shop shelves, says “it’s a bit of an end of an era, and we will all miss Andrea like heck. A hard act to follow.” The new owners of Tony’s will be Garesh Kripa Ltd, from Paihia.

A keen Kaipara fisher says his harbour has come up trumps again. Andrew Kenny took out first and third snapper prizes in last weekend’s Kaiwaka-based Point Curtis Cruising Club’s open fishing contest, which included both coasts. “I was aboard the Gravy Boat and we headed for the Graveyard, a little further than we usually venture from Pahi, where the inner harbour is our usual choice,” said Andrew. “I hooked up a 6.3kg snapper for the first prize of $200 and a 5.7kg fish for third place and a prize of some fishing gear. Then I was pipped for the best Kahawai — by half a kilo,” he quipped.

Andrew Kenny with his 6.3 kilo winning catch

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

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Closing date for classified advertising for the 4 April 2012 edition is 10am, Monday 2 April 2012. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz For Sale

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DOG GROOMING, clipping and bathing. Lifetime of experience. Reasonable rates. At Mangawhai. Phone Michelle. 09 431 5048 OR 021 242 4103.

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Businesses for Sale BRILLIANT SOLE OPERATOR BUSINESS in Dargaville. Established 28 years. No drama, no headaches. Under $100k. Phone 09 439 6068 for details.

Car For Sale HONDA ACCORD Euro R 2000, red. 2.2 litre Vtec. 143,000 km. No problems with engine or gear box. Good service history. Just had service. Tyres about 6 months old. 6 disc CD player. $7,800. Call Greer 022 123 0548, 09 439 4361.

Property Maintenance ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Waterblasting • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. 10% discount for senior citizens. No job too small. Phone/fax 09 439 8628. Cell 027 455 7750. OFFAL HOLES 750 dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $385.00 Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1000 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.

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WORK FROM HOME

We buy and remove Cars complete & incomplete - Tractors - Trucks - Roofing Iron Batteries, Copper - Brass - Aluminium etc.

• Care for children 0–6yrs • Choose your own hours • Tax Incentives • Supportive fun team • No qualifications needed • On job training

Little River Transport Ltd Beach Road Dargaville Monday-Friday 8-5 Sat-Sun 8-3

Tel: 0508 244 532 Email: northkidz@gmail.com

Phone 09 439 4940 Work with your local licensed dealer

LIFESTYLER

Kaipara

Classiﬁed Advertising Call

• Siteworks • Hedge Removal • Metalling • Drainage • Pole Holes

Do you live in Wellsford, Warkworth, Snells Beach, Dargaville or Mangawhai?

Ph Bernie 09 439 6785

0800 466 793

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill

09 439 1505 027 614 6309

Ruawai Homekills Full service slaughtering & processing of Beef, Sheep, Pigs, Deer, Goats and Game Birds (process only)

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

Linco

• Work flexible days and hours close to home • Deliver & collect 120-150 catalogues pw • Car, phone, internet & cheerful smile required

View the video at www.homecaredirect.co.nz apply online or ph/txt 021 1444 882 or 0800 500 005

Trade Sales Dargaville ITM Building Centre is locally owned and operated supplying building materials and hardware to our trade and retail customers. We currently have a vacancy for a positive, trustworthy individual who enjoys working with a great team of people serving our broad customer base. Ideally the successful applicant will have experience in trade sales and POS, but most importantly will have excellent customer service skills. Knowledge of the building industry would be an advantage but not essential. If you are a motivated, reliable person and would like to work for a local business committed to growth then please respond in writing with CV to: Brett Stewart Dargaville ITM Building Centre PO Box 221,Dargaville 0310 email – sales@dargavilleitm.co.nz

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Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 0800 466 793

Closing date for classified advertising for the 4 April 2012 edition is 10am, Monday 2 April 2012. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Situations Vacant

Public Notices

Part Time Reporter

DARGAVILLE OUTREACH, Dairy Factory Op Shop, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm. Clothing $3.00 or less, Shoes, Bric-a-Brac and Books galore.

We are seeking a part time reporter for the Kaipara Lifestyler.

FREE CONFIDENTIAL Budgeting Service. To make a booking call 09 439 8592. We also offer a complete money management service if required.

RIVERSIDE

NorthSouth Multi Media is a family owned and operated business which has a stable of 5 publications covering a weekly Kaipara publication and 4 farming publications spread through out New Zealand. The position is based in Dargaville and hours will be negotiated.

Please send CV with covering letter to accounts@thelifestyler.co.nz.

Pensioner Housing – own or rent Masonic Villages – suitable for over 65s with the right attitude. Units now available in Wellsford and Dargaville for rent or occupational right ownership. Independent living in a friendly, relaxed village atmosphere. Masons and non-Masons welcome.

Call Chris Mason (09) 438 3109 for more information.

Bereavement Support Group will be held on Monday 2 April 2012 At Cuppa’n’Cake Victoria Street, Dargaville 10.00am till 12.00pm. ‘Let’s get together outside the square’. Hospice Kaipara will buy your coffee/tea Be there or be... ‘square’.

Public Notices

Expressions of Interest (EOI) Lincoln Downs Farm, Browns Rd WIG, of behalf of KDC invite expressions of interest in the use of Lincoln Downs Farm, Brown Road Kaiwaka. The farm comprises approx 240 Ha of which 30 Ha is under irrigation using reclaimed water from the Mangawhai community Wastewater scheme with a further 80 Ha of pasture in the lower block. The balance contains steeper hill pasture and regenerating bush. The property was previously operated as a dairy farm. The farm is suitable for a variety of uses, including grazing and crops, but any use must be compatible with the irrigation scheme. Further details can be obtained by contacting Terry Roche on 0212 740 470. The Expression of Interest is not intended to create an obligation to enter into a contract . We reserve the right to accept or decline any response without incurring any liability to any party.

Kaipara District Council (KDC) Water Infrastructure Group (WIG)

2012

Mangawhai Art Trail March Saturday 31st – April Sunday 1st 10am to 5pm

The Mangawhai Artist Association members have surpassed themselves this year with 47 artists participating. The art works displayed are very exciting in their originality and the diverse range of mediums used - oils, acrylics, water colours, photography, glass, pottery, Oamaru stone, wood, flax, silk, and precious metals. All these art mediums have been used by the artists to create inspired and distinctive art and jewellery. This free event is really worth visiting, spending a day or the whole weekend in Magical Mangawhai. A map showing where all the venues are located can be picked at the Mangawhai Information Centre, the new Museum, www.mangawhaiartists.co.nz, or anywhere the distinctive pink flags are displayed.

This is an informal group that shares experiences and supports each other.

TE ROROA

DARGAVILLE

LEARNING ASSISTANCE

T PR ODUCE MARKE

Learner Licence Course

Thursdays 2.30-5.30pm AD Focus Carpark, Dargaville Fresh & Local

We will be offering this course toRIVERSIDE youth aged between 16 – 19yrs. PRODUCE MARKET Course days are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9am – 2:30pm. If you are interested please contact Stephanie or Janet. DARGAVILLE

Phone: (09) 439 1001 | Freephone: 0800 555 635 | Email: te.roroa.la@xtra.co.nz

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BATHROOM WARE Full range of

31st March

Bathroom ware,

Light House Church Hall Corner of Normanby & Parore Street, Dargaville.

Tapware, Kitchen sinks and more at Plumbing and Heating Centre

Household Goods.

102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

Cake Stall.

 0800 326 123

Year 9 to Year 13 Parent and Subject teacher IntervIewS Year 9 to Year 13 students and parents/ caregivers/whānau have an opportunity to meet with individual Year 9 to Year 13 subject teachers on

NEW PARTICIPANTS WELCOME Enquiries to Gina 09 439 3330 ext 6716

wednesday, 4th april 2012 from 3.00 – 7.00pm.

Sale Of Liquor Act 1989 Section (41)3

Students will be issued with booking sheets and parents/caregivers/whānau are asked to make a 5 minute booking with the subject teachers as soon as possible. Parents with bookings will take priority.

Application For WKR & M Draper Co Ltd has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Agency at Dargaville for the renewal of an Off Licence in respect of the premises situated at 1957 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka and known as Kaiwaka Cheese Shop.

On arrival parents/caregivers/whānau can collect their child’s report from the hall foyer.

It is important that your child is present during this interview.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Food Premises, Off Licence. The days on which and the hours during which liquor is sold under the licence are Monday–Sunday, 8am– 8.30pm. The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Agency at Kaipara District Council offices at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or the Kaiwaka Service Centre, State Highway One, Kaiwaka. Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the grant of the application may, not later than 10 working days after the date of the first publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Agency at the Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville. This is the second publication of this notice.

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The position calls for an energetic person who can work unsupervised, is deadline driven, gets on well with a wide range of people and has a comprehensive grasp of the English language.

Public Notices

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MARCH 28 - 2012

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Family sized 4 bedroom home. Large sunken lounge with fireplace. Bifold kitchen windows. Private & secure yard. Large double garage & workshop. Open Home Saturday 31st 10.00–10.30am $340,000 REf 3024 RAChAEL dE VRiES 021 943 900

1/14 Awakino Road

• 3 bedroom home • Office • 2 bathrooms • Large deck • Open plan • TV/rumpus room Open Home Saturday 31st 11.00–11.30am $289,000 REf 3041 RAChAEL dE VRiES 021 943 900

87 Jellicoe Rd, Ruawai

OPEN HOME

• Modern Townhouse • 2 double bedrooms • Huge kitchen • Large living • Single garage/auto door Open Home Saturday 31st 1.00–2.00pm $245,000 REf 3042 RAChAEL dE VRiES 021 943 900

Sterling Road – Paparoa

Quality family sized 4 bedroom home, master with ensuite. Open plan living with access to the covered, tiled patio. Landscaped grounds with swimming pool & views over Dargaville. $489,000 REf 3018 MiChELLE ToMLinSon 027 339 5937

3 Tirarau St

Mapuna Road – Tangiteroria

OPEN HOME

REDUCED

• 4 bedrooms 3 bdrms. Modern Kitchen. • Wet area bathroom Open Plan living. Handy to • Large Deck Town. Easy care section. • Double garage Saturday 31st 12.00–12.30pm $175,000 $179,000 REf 3040 REf 3017 RAChAEL dE VRiES 021 943 900

Marahemo Road/Maungaturoto

Refurbished 3 bedroom home on approx 3 acres. Open plan living with French doors onto large north facing deck. 8x6 garage with carport, stock yards with loading ramp, plus large barn. Approx 20mins to Dargaville. $259,000 REf HL2022 CRAiG CLEMEnT 021 461 668

Kellys Bay

Great first home buyers opportunity for the buyer wanting to get into the market. Quiet street with a semi rural feel. This 2 bedroom is wanting a new owner. $195,000 REf 3044 MiChELLE ToMLinSon 027 339 5937

17 Logan Street

Beautifully maintained home, 3 double bedrooms & sunroom. Open plan living with wood burner, private sunny deck & patio area. Fenced ½ acre section, established gardens, double garage. $259,000 REf 3043 CRAiG CLEMEnT 021 461 668

18 Earl Street

REDUCED

Approx 12 acres. Large bach like shed + 3 bay shed. Water tanks, sewerage. Orchard planted. 5 paddocks for grazing. Native bush & stream. Stock yards & well fenced. Ideal hobby farm/Lifestyle. Water in every paddock. $225,000 REf 1043 JiLL WiLSon 021 505 712

Short drive to Maungaturoto. 10 Acres (approx.) pine block offers privacy for the perfect get away. Easy contour, trees would be almost 20 years old. Perfect for a cabin or weekender amongst the trees. The CV is $120,000. Any offers over $100,000 considered JiLL WiLSon 021 505 712

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville

Light & sunny, open plan beach bach. Two double bedrooms upstairs, with 1 down. Large deck with great views of the bay. Newish roof & aluminium joinery. Large garage to store the boat. Motivated Vendor REf 3004 John PoWELL 021 439 555

Situated in a cul-de-sac up a ROW this property is private and secluded. With 3 bedrooms upstairs & a 4th or a rumpus & an extra toilet downstairs. It has an upgraded kitchen & open plan living area. This is a lovely property & a must to see. $319,000 REf 3031 John PoWELL 021 439 555

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