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March 29 2016

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Electoral office opens u by Ann Morgan

An enthusiastic Dargaville crowd turned out to welcome New Zealand First leader Winston Peters as he opened his newest office, the fourth of five he has planned for Northland.

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“It is a pleasure to be in Dargaville, a town and area that has many memories. My political leanings were forged here, as were my beliefs. By opening this new office New Zealand First is showing its commitment to hear your voice and to work for your future,” said Mr Peters. The office will have a representative available two days a week and Mr Peters says he will come to Dargaville as often as he can. “This is where you can go to express your concerns regardless of your politics. Last year in the Northland by-election our slogan was ‘Send them a message’. “There have been grand visits to the North by ministers and the prime minister, yet the same issues and challenges we saw in the by-election campaign are still here, and in some instances are worse.” Mr Peters says rail is a classic example. “Two years ago they closed the rail service from Dargaville to Whangarei without the decency of making a public announcement about it. That demonstrates a contempt for local people. The government want all rail in Northland shut down and are doing that by a process of letting lines run down. “A wonderful opportunity is being lost with Northport. Ports of Auckland are looking for a suitable site and the deep water port at Marsden Point is the logical choice but the government won’t support a 20 kilometre rail line from the port to the main trunk line. This would

p New Zealand First leader Winston Peters at the ribbon cutting ceremony at his new office in Dargaville

benefit both Northland and Auckland but the government won’t have a bar of it.” Touching on National’s election promise to replace 10 one-way bridges in Northland, including two at Matakohe, Mr Peters said all that had taken place were discussions. ”Work is not physically starting to build, but just discussions. A year on from making those promises, nothing has happened. “They haven’t spent one cent on the ten bridges. My statement is people

need to get mad and make a stand and so do your officials. Seriously, if people don’t get mad here, they’ll get nothing. All I am saying to the province I serve is, we want some action. “When we won the by-election last year New Zealand First said we would work tirelessly for the people of the North so they can have a better life. Opening this office is part of that commitment. Dargaville, the Northern Wairoa and Kaipara can be assured they have a voice in parliament.”

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p The Paparoa Lions hosted 100 guests to acknowledge those who were, and still are a part of shaping the Paparoa district. The 69th annual Paparoa Lions Pioneer Luncheon saw old friends reminisce, catch up with those who have moved away from the area, and also make new acquaintances. Guests were treated to lunch catered by Otamatea Christian School and a performance from Music Makers members Helen and Laurie Hughes. Spot prizes went to Wyn Vuletich and Vera Spice for the most grandchildren, Colleen Preston for the most great-grand children, Elva Heath — most senior woman, and Les Jenkins — the oldest man.

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p St Patrick’s Day was celebrated in style at the Maungaturoto Country Club, with a game of bowls played to the accompaniment of Irish music and Irish stew. Margaret Powell JP and stalwart of the Maungaturoto community was one of many locals who entered into the spirit of the ‘wearing the of the green’.

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p Twin boys, Fatehjot and Ekamjot, born of Dargaville residents, Sarbsher and Navdip Langah, were the first babies to be born at the new maternity unit, Te Kotuku, at Whangarei Hospital. “To make it extra special, the boys were born the day after our second wedding anniversary and on my father’s birthday. He lives in India’s Punjab state and the boys are his first grandchildren,” said Mr Singh. “We did not know they were the first born until the doctor told us later. We were very proud to be a part of such a special occasion.”

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A mobile medical success

Harding Park gets a makeover

u by Ann Morgan

Dargaville’s Harding Park is undergoing a facelift to remove weeds and wilding trees such as wattle, gums and large macrocarpa on the Pou Tu o Te Rangi Pa site.

Dargaville Hospital staff along with Mobile Surgical Services and the Northland District Health Board have celebrated the 20,000th operation by the Mobile Surgical ‘Bus’ staff which was carried out at Dargaville hospital. “The operation was a child dental procedure on March 22. We are delighted to be able to celebrate this here in Dargaville,” said Dargaville Hospital operations manager, Jen Thomas. “The 20,000th operation is a real milestone. The vehicle first visited Dargaville in December 2003, shortly after it first opened, and close to 2,000 people have been treated on the bus in the region since then. “We find that children in particular may be apprehensive about their surgery but are more willing to get on the bus.” It takes the bus, five weeks to p Kaydence Mau, the 20,000th Mobile Surgical Services patient with her mother, and anaesthetic travel the set circuit around New technician Sue Nilson Zealand. Local nurses assist surgeons on the vehicle in each area. whilst it is in their town and that is good Celeste Sherman and Brenda for everyone concerned.” Jackson, two local Dargaville nurses, The vehicle expands out hydraulically have attended for the past 13 years. and contains a pre-operative area, a Up to six nurses are trained to work on full operating theatre, a small recovery the bus. area and two utility areas. The list of “We love it. We gain valuable operations performed includes dental, knowledge and the opportunity ear nose and throat, gynaecology, plastic enables us to utilise our skills in a surgery and urology. theatre environment. Without the bus Kaipara Community Health Trust visiting Dargaville we wouldn’t have this CEO, Debbie Evans, says the Kaipara opportunity,” said Celeste. Community Health Trust values the Mobile Health general manager. Mark specialist services the mobile surgical Eager said they use regional surgeons bus brings to town. and anaesthetists for each area as well. “It is a theatre on wheels and “In Dargaville, it is their tent, maintains a service we lost many years they provide the staff and it is their ago. One that we never thought we’d environment. They get to own the bus have back,” said Ms Evans. ¢

“The work is part of implementing the Reserve Management Plan adopted in 2012 and is the starting point of enhancing the natural and cultural values of the park,” said park governance committee m e m b e r, Willie Wright. “What is important is that visitors to the park will be able see the important place the park has in the history of the area. There is a lot p Bill Fitness of the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club believes the tidy-up of the Pou Tu o Te Rangi Pa site will more we as a community bring more visitors to the park need to be telling people about — the richness of our Maori the tidy-up will bring more people to the heritage associated with the Pou Tu park. “I think it is a wonderful attraction o Te Rangi Pa and the history of the for Dargaville. Harding Park is a one stop settlers, which is partly represented shop with the Pa, the museum and the with the Vintage Machinery Club and Vintage Machinery Club all here.” the museum.” Once the work is completed, a An archaeologist will supervise this network of tracks will be constructed. work and Te Uri o Hau kaitiaki will be At the same time new entrance signs, on-site to implement agreed protocols wayfinding markers and interpretation should significant cultural features panels are being developed so that be discovered. visitors can find their way around and to Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club fully understand the cultural and natural volunteer Bill Fitness says he believes heritage of the site. ¢

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Club comes to life

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On April 16 the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club will come to life again.

Matakohe School Gala will be held at the school on Matakohe East Road and is scheduled for Saturday April 2 from 10am–2pm.

p Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club volunteers, Maureen Ross, Peter Smythe, Dave Webb, Ann Lupton and Bob Siegel with some of the machinery that will be on display

It has been two years since the last ‘Crank Up Day’ and this time there are many new additions. Machinery enthusiasts can also look forward to seeing the 1962 GEHL 188 King-Self propelled Harvester up and running, which took several years to restore. “There were only 100 manufactured between 1962 and 1966. Only one was imported into New Zealand and we believe there are only three in the United States,” says club treasurer, Ann Lupton. The latest arrival to the club is a Ruston Proctor Portable Steam Engine, Number 23998, which has spent most of its life working in the Aoroa district. A crowd favourite is always Keith

Hansen with his camp oven cooked stews. “Until you actually see what the campfire is like you have no concept of what life would have been like in those days,” says volunteer, Maureen Ross. “We hold these days so people can come along and have a look at these treasures.” Amongst the machinery there will be a range of entertainment including sheep shearing, Doug the Digger, spinning and weaving, light refreshments, and a possible visit from the Northland Emergency Services Trust helicopter. Held at Harding Park Dargaville, the day will run from 10.30am–3pm and costs $5 with children under 12 free. ¢

“It will be a fun day for the whole family,” said fundraising chair, Fiona Bamforth. There will be the bouncy castle, horse riding, segways, kites, food and much more. “The kites are a very interesting display. The children love them. “We have the dunk tank coming and I am sure lots of pupils will be requesting their teachers to sit on the chair whilst they try their skills at throwing the ball to dunk them. The horizontal bungy is also popular. The children have to run as fast and hard as they can to try and reach the prize. If they get it they keep it. “We want this to be a real community day for everyone to enjoy and we want to have everyone enjoy the event. The coffee lady will there p A variety of activities will be at the Matakohe School Gala including Segways with her cart and Devonshire teas will be available” said Fiona. museum. This gala helps keep the cost This year the school is fundraising to families at a minimum. towards the children attending a camp in The prices on the day are family Auckland. Activities include trips to Kelly affordable and eftpos is available Tarlton’s, the zoo, the Sky Tower and the on site. ¢ • Open 10am – 5pm • Red flags denote a venue • 20 venues • 50 artists • Self drive

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Road safety on the beaches Costs review for council u by Ayla Miller

Police are urging beachgoers to ensure they are adhering to the road rules whilst driving on the beach after a number of incidents in recent months.

p Police are urging motorists on the beach to obey road rules and behave considerately

vehicles. “Traditionally people have beach vehicles that aren’t warranted or registered and people aren’t licensed to use them. “Alcohol is also a problem and people think, because it is a casual day at the beach, they can drink and drive which is not the case. “There have been a number tickets issued for infringements and we have attended and dealt with those incidents efficiently,” Constable Cohen said. ¢

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Kaipara District Council is reducing some of its fees and charges and raising others, and is calling for public submissions on the proposed changes. Services ranging from building and resource consents, dog registration, parking infringements, vehicle crossing permits, refuse collection and littering are affected. “We’ve been working hard to improve our processes and as a result have reduced some costs to applicants for services like resource consents,” said general manager planning and regulatory, Fran Mikulicic. “Some charges are proposed to increase by around two percent on average.

“Even though most of these are minor increases they are proposed so that small incremental rises occur rather than significant changes every couple of years or so. “The formal submission process closes on April 22 so please ensure your thoughts and comments are with us by then.” Forms are available at council’s offices at 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville, or at Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Avenue in Mangawhai, and submissions can also be made online at www.kaipara.govt.nz.

Beneath the Surface John Robertson QSO

Chair of Commissioners

Kaipara is extremely fortunate to have three jewels when it comes to our parks. Taharoa Domain, Mangawhai Community Park and Pou tu o Te Rangi — Harding Park are valuable attractions benefiting the whole district. There is a lot of work happening both behind the scenes and on the ground as we develop these parks to make the most of their potential. Submissions to the Kai Iwi Lakes (Taharoa Domain) Draft Reserve Management Plan 2015 have just closed. We received hundreds of submissions from a wide range of people with different interests in how this recreational asset should be developed for the future. There will be hearings to provide those who want, the opportunity to speak to their submissions. All submissions will be read and considered before the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee decides on the final form of the plan. As part of the work in the existing management plan, we are constructing storm water detention ponds to stop the scouring of the foreshore when there is heavy rain. Around 15,000 native plants will also be planted during the next few months, which will contribute to a stunning native bush reserve for future generations to enjoy.

macrocarpa trees are to be removed from the pa, new signs will be installed that will highlight the historic and cultural aspects of the area. One of Kaipara’s strengths is its communities and volunteers who are invaluable to the fabric of our townships. Each of these parks has involved voluntary work from committed people in the community. It is not just these premier parks that benefit from community effort. As we talk with our communities about how they want to see their towns develop, interesting initiatives are proposed that add small, but important, aspects. These include playground development such as a section in View Street, Maungaturoto, which is now being vested in the community to turn into a playground. This adds to the existing playground where new equipment is being installed. In Dargaville, residents identified a real need for bollards to be installed at Selwyn Park to prevent vehicles driving on the park. New drainage will mean the park can be used much more often, a half basketball court near the skate park and new signage will add greatly to this park’s attractions.

In Mangawhai, we are working closely with the community to develop the Mangawhai Community Park. A community Trust is now being set up which will run the historic village. Old school, Post Office and library buildings are to be moved on the site, and landscaping will be carried out between the Mangawhai Activity Zone and the museum. A landscape plan has been developed for the whole park.

The community’s involvement is essential for our district’s success. We want to provide residents with every opportunity to both let us know what they want for their communities, and also to work alongside us to achieve it. Developing Community Action Plans is one way of doing this, as are our conversations and consultations about things such as the Annual Plan, ‘placemaking’ for Kaiwaka and Dargaville, and other initiatives and projects.

At Dargaville’s Pou tu o Te Rangi — Harding Park, work is starting on enhancing this historic, culturally and environmentally important space. Big

These conversations have proven to be constructive and provide the Council with a broadened perspective essential for good decision-making.

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COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE FUNDING The following applications for Capital Grants and Contract for Services have been received by the Council. In accordance with the Council’s Community Assistance Policy these applications are now being advertised for community feedback which will be used to help inform the Council of community thoughts and preferences about funds granted to community groups. When providing feedback it is helpful if you include the reason why you think an activity or activities should be supported or not.

Feedback is required to be with the Council by the close of 22 April 2016. Email us at council@kaipara.govt.nz or write to: Contracts for Service, Kaipara District Council Private Bag 1001 Dargaville, 0340 or phone 0800 727 059.

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North Kaipara Maori Wardens Association

$3,000 per annum

To visit the Dargaville Library three times a day, and to also be on call if required, to support a safe and secure environment at the library for all users.

This service is considered to be consistent with the purpose of Local Government, as it supports the operation of the library service in Dargaville by helping to ensure a safe and pleasant environment.

North Kaipara Maori Wardens Association

$3,000 per annum

To lock and secure the Taha Awa Gardens in Dargaville every day of the year; visit the Taha Awa Gardens at their discretion throughout the day; and also be on call if required to support a safe and secure environment at the Taha Awa Gardens.

This contract will be a continuation of the service that they currently supply. It is considered to be consistent with the purpose of Local Government, as it supports the operation of a park/reserve.

Environmental Education Sustainability Trust

$1,465.33 per annum

To administer Paper4Trees waste minimisation and recycling project at 22 Kaipara Schools. Project rewards schools for recycling by giving them native trees to plant. The programme provides recycling bins for the schools to collect materials to be recycled, but it is up to the school to arrange for the recycling of what is collected.

This service could be considered to be consistent with the purpose of Local Government as it supports recycling.

Progressive Paparoa and Paparoa Lions Club

$1,650.00 per annum

• To maintain the walkway to the Paparoa Pa site. $1,650.00 per annum is sought from Council, with $2,112 per annum to be provided by Progressive Paparoa and Paparoa Lions to make up the total maintenance budget of $3,762.50 per annum:

This service is considered to be consistent with the purpose of Local Government, as it supports the operation of a reserve and recreation area.

for a three year period

• Track maintenance - $200.00 per month/$2,400.00 per annum for weeding, clearing and maintaining walking track; • Mowing entrance track from Village Green to track start as necessary – 15 times per annum at $57.50 per mow (total $862.00 per annum); and • Weed spraying as required - $500.00 per annum Mangawhai Museum and Historical Society

$82,111.80 per annum for a three year period

• To operate the Mangawhai Museum which collects, cares for, restores and displays items and stories specific to the Mangawhai area. The application seeks assistance with administration costs: • Power - $12,000.00; • Phone and Internet $1,800.00; • Insurance - $10,311.80; • Manager’s Salary - $58,000.00

This service is considered to be consistent with the purpose of Local Government, and the Mangawhai Museum is a community asset. Museums also support economic development, and nurture a sense of place in communities, so contribute directly to community outcomes ‘easy to do business’ and ‘easy to join in.’ The amount of funding sought exceeds the total available in Council’s Grants Budget. If supported, funding would need to be obtained from outside the grant budget.

Total - $82,111.80 per annum

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Pageant comes to town Student goes solo u by Ayla Miller

u by Ayla Miller

Dargaville will soon host the first Miss North New Zealand competition at the town hall and organisers are calling for contestants with brains and beauty.

Dargaville School student, Hunter Zwaans, has achieved his dream of flying solo thanks to the Dargaville Aero Club.

O r g a n i s e r, Riddhi Dhakecha, says this contest is an opportunity for women between the ages of 16–27 years of age to get into the beauty pageant industry. “We are looking for beautiful, intelligent girls,” says Riddhi. “It is a good experience and it will be a chance to prove themselves and be fearless. “It will enable the girls to build their confidence and show off their talents.” Once entered in Miss North NZ, entry forms will be viewed by a selection team. Then 25 contestants will be selected and participate in a glamour photo shoot. The first stage will involve p Organiser Riddhi Dhakecha says the pageant will be a great contestants meeting and experience for girls wanting to get into the industry introducing themselves to each other and taking part in Maori round and the opportunity to ask sporting activities. questions. The grand finale will see a The second round will see contestants number of titles awarded along with display their talents. Each contestant announcing the winner of Miss North must practise their own talents outside NZ. The contest will be held over three of the competition. This will then be weekends in October at the Town Hall. followed by a training session for the Entries close July 1. To enter visit finale which will involve a cultural/ http://missnorthnz.com ¢

The 16-year-old recently clocked up enough training hours to fly solo for the first time in February in the club’s Storch aircraft. “It has always been a dream of mine to fly ever since I was a child. I always believed I could do it,” he says. “It was the most unreal thing I’ve ever done. There were no nerves it was all just mere excitement.” Hunter has been flying since he was 14-years-old and aims to apply for the Air Force when he leaves school next year and hopes to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. Veteran pilot and Dargaville Aero Club flying instructor, Murray Foster, has held his pilot’s licence p Sixteen-year-old Hunter Zwaans in front of the Dargaville Aero Clubs Storch aircraft for 48 years and says Hunter has been a very diligent and keen student. lucky here in Dargaville to have people “He used to come after school, and like Murray and the other instructors really listens to what you say. He is because without their commitment very passionate about flying.” and dedication it wouldn’t be possible. To fly solo students must have had Anyone can do it — it just takes a bit 10 to 15 hours at the controls and of practise. “Whether it is just a hobby or you’re then need at least 35 hours solo to get their advanced pilot’s licence. like me and aim to pursue a career Hunter has already almost clocked up in flying, it has been a great starting 30 hours now. “Everytime I go up my point for me towards an amazing lifeknowledge continues to grow, we are so long career.” ¢

CAPITAL DISCRETIONARY GRANTS Organisation

Amount applied for

What is being applied for

Maungaturoto Recreational Society

$10,000.00

Funding to assist in constructing a multi‑purpose This project is to develop a new Activity Park in Maungaturoto. activity park, which caters to bike riders, skateboarders Reserves and recreational facilities are consistent with the and scooter riders. purpose of local government.

Avoca Tangowahine Public Hall

$4,000.00

Funding to purchase a new water tank and thus secure a better water supply.

Halls are consistent with the purpose of local government.

To make essential repairs to the hall roof.

The roof repairs will maintain the integrity of the hall structure and ensure water tightness so the hall can be continued to be utilised by this community. Halls are consistent with the purpose of local government.

Taipuha Hall Society

$5,980.00

Making the building water tight is high priority maintenance.

Comments

This hall does not receive help with its insurance as previously Council‑owned halls currently do, so it is largely self‑sufficient.

This hall does not receive help with its insurance as previously Council‑owned halls currently do, so it is largely self‑sufficient. Paparoa War Memorial Hall Society

$10,000.00 ‑ $20,000.00

To complete the repair and resealing of the hall carpark. (420 square metres were resealed in 2015, but there are 1,215 square metres left to do). Transfield has quoted $51,879.00 to complete this work and it is hoped to undertake this in late 2016 if funding is secured (other funding external funding has been applied for).

Dargaville Bowling Club

$9,175.00

To purchase a specialist bowling‑green mower to use to maintain the bowling green.

Community Connexions Arty Farties

$5,345.00

To purchase a lawnmower and weed‑eater ‑ $4,845.00, and partial funding towards a composting toilet of $600.00 (the rest of the funding for the toilet has been secured).

Halls are consistent with the purpose of Local Government. The Council resolved to contribute $10,000.00 towards the upgrade of the Hall carpark in July 2014, and this was paid in 2015 to assist with the upgrade.

Recreation facilities are consistent with the purpose of Local Government. Volunteers are involved in the operation of the Bowling Club. Could possibly be considered a recreational facility and a form of community infrastructure (Arty Farties offers community gardens and a community space, facilities workshops for the community, operates a food bank) so could be considered consistent with the purpose of local government, though it is a grey area. Arty Farties is operated by volunteers.

Kelly’s Bay Improvement Society

$7,000.00

To extend the Kelly’s Bay gabion wall by 70 metres

Volunteers will assist in the construction of the wall.

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Welcome to Mangawhai Enjoying local cuisine

Scenery to be enjoyed

u by Ann Morgan

Mangawhai meat shop owner Dan Klink says they have had a great summer with many visitors and they have reinvented their smoked pastrami.

Many things are happening in Mangawhai this weekend including the Mangawhai Arts Trail, the Troubadour Trail, the 17th annual Walking Weekend and the Food and Wine festival.

p Dan Klink from Mangawhai Meat Shop with his smoked pastrami platter

“Even with the bad weather we have had the busiest season on record,” said Dan. “We have revamped our smoked pastrami recipe and it has become incredibly popular. It is smoky sweet, thinly sliced beef, and is great for platters with crackers and a nice whole grain mustard. My wife doesn’t like smoked meat but she loves this.” They have also created a rolled scotch fillet stuffed with blue cheese and chives. “It is incredible cut into steaks. We have a rolled lamb leg too and stuff it with our very own basil pesto and creamy feta. “We believe winning our bronze medal in last year’s sausage competition has definitely helped. That was the third medal we have won in the four years we have been operating. “We enjoy seeing visitors come to town. They often purchase our meat and become regular clients. It is a way

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The team at Ray White Dargaville, Jean Johnson Realty Ltd, have been awarded the 2016 National Community Award for their involvement in local clubs, charity and teams. This follows the Northland Regional Community Award which they were also recently presented with. Marketing and administration manager, Lee Cocurullo, says their involvement keeps them in touch with their community by giving something back. “Real Estate isn’t always about houses. We really enjoy fundraising as

a challenge, every month we put in a report about what we have sponsored and we have had a busy year. Ray White is still a family owned and operated business so it is very family orientated.” she says. The agency sponsors the uniforms for the Northland Rugby referees, and now the Warriors, as well as hire

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A town with a compassionate soul u by Paul Campbell

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Where It’s Easy to Live Road Works for the District – March 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE – Broadspectrum NZ Ltd, Kaipara Branch is continuing their full network round of glyphosate roadside vegetation spraying. The spraying contractor of Broadspectrum NZ Ltd is performing vegetation growth control and roadside spraying alongside sealed and unsealed roads in the Kaipara District. Please refer to programme below for location of spraying which is subject to weather conditions. Routine works planned on Council roads throughout the whole district during March/April include pothole repairs both on unsealed and sealed roadways as they are identified and the clearing of culvert inlets and outlets. Maintenance patrols have been replacing many reflectorised edge marker pegs and this will continue as well as replacements and repairs to road signs. Area specific works planned during March include: • Minor bridge repairs throughout the District • Wet, Roll and Grade (WRG) round in both Northern and Southern Areas on high priority roads (ongoing) • Unsealed road strengthening – Tana Road • Maintenance grading throughout the district when conditions are suitable • Unsealed potholing throughout the district (ongoing) • Mechanised tree pruning throughout the northern half of the district • Water table restoration – Rangiora Road • Culvert Replacements – Rangiora Road • Shoulder strengthening – Lindquist Road • Sealed stabilised patch repairs – Pukehuia and Tangowahine Valley Roads • Urban Spraying – Mangawhai Heads Thank you for your co-operation as these projects to improve travel on your roads are being completed. Please feel free to contact the Council’s Customer Service Representatives on 0800 727 059 for more information.

COUNCIL FEES AND CHARGES

Kaipara District Council is setting its fees and charges for 2016/17. Some are proposed to reduce, others to increase. We would like to hear from you about the changes. You can find out all the details on our website – www.kaipara.govt.nz – or you can get hard copies of the fees and charges document and submission forms at our offices: Phone us at

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Please send your submissions to: “Fees and charges” Kaipara District Council Private Bag 1001, Dargaville, 0340 or by email at council@kaipara.govt.nz, or go online to www.kaipara.govt.nz. SUBMISSIONS CLOSE 22 APRIL 2016.

Kai Iwi Lakes (Taharoa Domain) Consultation Draft Kai Iwi Lakes (Taharoa Domain) Reserve Management Plan 2015 Draft Kai Iwi Lakes (Taharoa Domain) Powerboat Bylaw 2015 Submissions on the above documents have now closed. Thank you to all who have made submissions, which are now being processed for the hearings and the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee’s consideration. The Council will be in touch with those who wish to speak to their submissions at the hearings, to advise of timings. The hearing dates will be 12 and 13 April, 2016.

SPORT RURAL TRAVEL FUND 2015/2016 APPLICATIONS CLOSING Need travel funds for your junior sports team? If your team’s 5–19 year olds, taking part in local competitions and resident in Kaipara District, the Rural Travel Fund might be able to help. We can grant up to 50% of your project cost. Note: Applications close 4.30pm Tuesday 29 March. Forms available on our website www.kaipara.govt.nz, or from Council’s offices, 42 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai. Want to know more? Contact Paula Guy Stuve on 0800 727 059 or email council@kaipara.govt.nz.

Council Meetings April 2016 The following meetings have been set down for the month of April and are open to the public. Meeting times and dates may differ from those previously advertised. For confirmation or further information on a particular meeting contact the Customer Services Team on 09 439 3123 or 0800 727 059.

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BRIAN’S GYM

25 YEARS & STILL GOING STRONG

Celebrating a quarter of a century u by Ann Morgan

It was 25 years ago this Easter that Brian Froggatt moved into the old Saint George Masonic Lodge building in Victoria Street with his business, Brian’s Gym. “I started in my garage at home in 1985 and trained locals wanting to get into better shape including rugby players, swimmers and sports people including Black Cap, Dion Nash,” said Brian. “When we outgrew the garage, we moved to the Dargaville Rugby Club for a year.” From there they rented the old Cameo Lounge in Beach Road for two years. Whilst looking for a permanent location the Saint George Masonic Lodge was put up for auction. “Built in the late 1800s, the lodge had gone into recess. A main street location, good size floor area and the high ceiling was ideal for a gym.” Brian purchased the building. His father, Ray, made alterations, opening it up into one large hall instead of two smaller halls, changing the foyer area and painting the inside with Brian’s mother Janet’s help. “The local bowhunter’s club helped move the gym equipment from Beach Road and we opened for business a week after Easter 1991. “The building has since undergone several extensions, adding rooms upstairs, increasing floor space for cardio equipment, circuit classes, a sauna room, and an assessment room.” Brian’s wife Karen joined him 19 years ago to run the business. They have helped to keep many community members fit and healthy ranging in age from 12 years old upwards to their eighties and include top level athletes to people wanting to feel a bit fitter, and people of various disabilities who need more strength and fitness to have a good quality lifestyle. Past and present members include several generations of local families, some who have been members on and off for the whole 25 years.

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‘Wheels’ on the water

Counting down the best u by Andy Bryenton

This year’s Northland Field Days was a showcase of new technology and inventive automotive ideas. But as the month of Field Days wraps up, it’s time to tally the very best of those vehicles which wowed the crowds and piqued our curiosity.

p It’s going to be wet, wild, and inventive — the 2016 annual Northern Wairoa Boating Club raft race takes to the muddy waters of the Northern Wairoa river on Saturday the 9th, with a new course promising great views for spectators on the bank, and challenges for a fleet of homebuilt craft. For the victors, glory awaits. For others — a dunk in the chilly water! But it’s all part of the fun. The raft race is part of a programme led by the boating club to re-focus on the river, its uses, and its history.

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5 — Honda Africa — This big touring and adventure bike stole the show at the Honda stand. A tribute to the company’s history in gruelling endurance races like the Paris to Dakar. The Africa is a new generation of enduro, with more power, more safety — thanks to electronic antilock brakes and stability — and a definitive new style as well. 4 — UBCO electric motorcycle — The exact opposite in many ways to the big Honda, but in other ways its exact twin. The New Zealand designed UBCO utility bike uses twin hub mounted electric motors, cruises over rough terrain with ease, is utterly silent, and can run for over 100kms for just 60 cents. What’s not to love about that? Trail riding tourists, commuters and farmers alike are sure to switch on to this revolutionary new idea. 3/2 Equal — Polaris RZR and Can Am Maverick — There is no way to discern a clear winner between these two amazing

off-road machines. Both companies have given their absolute all to shoehorn more power into their offerings for 2016, promising more fun and greater speeds off the beaten track. While the CanAm has slightly more power, the Polaris is a little lighter — but truthfully, the difference in lap times here is going to be all down to the driver. 1 — Ford Ranger West Coast Edition. While the GT Mustang was a stunner at Dargaville Ford’s site, the twin black and red custom-built West Coast Edition Ranger utes stole the show. The very fact that this was possible in the presence of the 6th generation Mustang is reason enough for top honours, but it was the attention to detail in the special edition of Ford’s top-selling utility which made the difference. Custom vinyls, black-tinted light clusters, LED lamps, hand stitched leather — it all came together to make a stunning impression. ¢

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Top tools for Autumn chores u by Andy Bryenton

Scandinavian power equipment giant Husqvarna have been building superior chainsaws for just about as long as the concept of a petrol-powered wood-chopping machine has existed. This Autumn, their range includes saws of all sizes and variants for specific tasks to cut tough timber down to size. For feeding the woodfire — especially those equipped with a power-saving ‘wetback’ water heater — a large woodpile of seasoned fuel is a must. When it comes to pruning big logs down to size to fit in the firebox, the easystarting Husqvarna 240e series is just the ticket. Light enough to wield without strain, even on those cold mornings, and with a very economical motor, the e series is set apart from other saws thanks to its easy-start system. The very minimum of effort is needed to make this little workhorse roar into life, and its blade makes short work of both soft and hard woods, as well as being nimble enough to use for small felling and clearing jobs. Sharing the easy-start action of the 240 but packing a bigger bar and a longer blade, the 440e has the right combo of power and ease of use for lifestyle block owners and farmers. This saw is right at home lopping off tree limbs and demolishing logs, and has even famously been pressed into

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service as an aid to effective fencing. Versatile and hard-wearing, the 440e is a great companion on the back of the ute or strapped to the quad bike, and because its makers know it will be put to a multitude of tasks, maintenance has been made easy too. If serious pruning back and arborial surgery is the order of the day — there’s a saw in the Husqvarna toolshed for that job too. The top-handled saw has been designed to be compact and easy to use one-handed, placing safety to the fore when up ladders or operating in the canopy. Unruly branches are no mach for its small but powerful motor and dextrous bar. Of course, safety comes first no matter where you’re sawing. Talk to your Husqvarna dealer about kitting out your shed with the right saw for the job, big or small — and don’t forget to include chaps, boots, ear protection, and a helmet on your Autumn shopping list as you prepare for an easier cold half of the year. ¢

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Dargaville Library presents: A Cuppa and a Story: Attention residents 50+ — Local storyteller Barbara Adams entertains while you relax with a cuppa. On Friday 15 April from 11–11.30am All welcome. Arapohue School Reunion: Celebrating 140 years on Labour Weekend October 21–24. A Tipple and Talk is planned for the Friday evening at the Arapohue Hall with the official celebrations, dinner, entertainment and dance at the same venue on the Saturday evening. A church service at the All Saints Church, Mititai will be followed by a barbecue lunch at the hall on Sunday. Registrations will be called in the near future. Mainly Music: From 10-11am at the Dargaville Baptist Church, Victoria St. $2 per child or $3 per family. Phone Rebecca 09 439 1499 The Vivian Flower Show: Runs daily until April 10 from 11am — 5pm at The

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Vivian Gallery, Matakana. Raft Race: Northern Wairoa Boating Club, April 9. Entry form and rules are available at club rooms. Girls Brigade: For girls 5–15 yrs. Build friendships, Christian values, cooking, crafts, games and loads

Mangawhai

Mangawhai Indoor Bowls Club: at the Senior Citizen’s Hall Fagan Place every Monday 7.15pm ($3.00 includes refreshments) contact Terry 09 431 3254 Music in the Vines: Live music by local musicians every Saturday afternoon throughout summer. Families welcome. Free entry. Food and drink on sale. 4–8pm Te Whai Bay Wines, 367 King Road, Mangawhai. Walking Weekend: April 2–3, explore 29 walks over two days. Walk with the coastal, bush and rural walks, history and geology, art walks and so much more, even a special doggie walk!

Markets

Community Flea Market: First Saturday of the month, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Dargaville Town Hall. $5 per table – book now 09 439 7243 Dargaville Riverside Market: corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays

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Email info@thelifestyler.co.nz with your event information or call 0800 466 793 12.00pm–4.00pm, ph 021 549 427 or see us on facebook. Kaihu Market: On second Saturday of the month, 9am–noon. Kaihu Hall, stalls free, proceeds to fundraising for the hall. Esma 09 439 7293 Kaiwaka Markets: Every Friday, 10am –3pm. Three Furlongs Tavern. Ph David: 021 210 3756 Maungaturoto Markets: The Maungaturoto markets are on first Friday of the month, 3:30pm – 6:30pm. 44 View St, Maungaturoto Centennial Community Hall. For information phone Terri on 09 431 8599 or 021 022 20218 or email: maungaturotomarkets@gmail. com Paparoa Farmer’s market: every Saturday 9am–12noon on the village green Paparoa. This week Easter egg hunt, live music and all the usual locally produced goodies Mangawhai Beach and Country Market: At the domain every Sunday 9am–1pm. Stalls/car boot sites. Bookings 027 458 6144 Tangiteroria Tavern Car Boot Sale: Gala, market day, 1st Sunday , $5 per car boot or stall. Sheryl on 09 433 2802. Te Kopuru Market: On 1st Sunday of the month, Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Ivy Vincent 439 1852 Email info@thelifestyler.co.nz with your event information

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Boat safety on the harbour

Offering a second chance

u by Ann Morgan

u by Ayla Miller

Since the harbour has been ‘discovered’, recreational boating on the Kaipara Harbour has increased over the last five years.

Applications are now open for the Zonta Club of Mangawhai’s first ever Second Chance for Women Study Award which will help the successful applicant with tuition fees for a NZQA approved course of study.

p Report your planned boating trips to the Coastguard to ensure they know your destination

“Maritime Search and Rescue cover is provided by Coastguard Kaipara, based in Helensville with our volunteer crew on call 24/7,” said Kaipara Coastguard president Iain Gulliford. “We operate an 8.5 metre all weather, fast response vessel capable and equipped for bar crossings in extreme conditions, and a four metre inshore vessel to provide support in shallow water. “Covering an area of 1850 square miles of harbour and Tasman sea, we are supported by Coastguard North Kaipara who provide essential radio services at the Northern end of the harbour and who are currently training to become a search and rescue unit.” Over the last four years, Coastguard and Maritime NZ have been pushing the boating safety message and this seems to be having results as the callout rate has dropped over the last year. “We are seeing more people wearing lifejackets as a matter of course. It is particularly heartening to see boaties

buying the correct lifejackets for their children and making sure they wear them. The number of trip reports has also increased and this provides valuable search information should someone get into trouble somewhere in the harbour,” said Mr Gulliford. “The harbour has a justifiable reputation for being an unpredictable and unforgiving piece of water. The area called the graveyard is well named, but can be a fantastic cruising and fishing ground if treated with respect and common sense, and as the largest harbour in the Southern hemisphere, offers plenty of hidden spots and opportunities to explore.” People from the Kaipara travel up to the Hokianga Harbour to go fishing and after a recent boat capsizing incident on the Hokianga bar where four people had to be rescued, Coastguard would like to remind all boaties to ensure they listen to weather forecasts, wind and other warnings of conditions out at sea and to ensure safety is a priority. ¢

Any woman wishing to return to the workforce who is a resident in the Mangawhai, Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto, or Bream Bay area is eligible to apply. “We are calling it a second chance award because it is not for school leavers. It is intended for people who, for whatever reason, want to re-train or train for the first time in a sustainable career and who weren’t able to do that when they left school. “It could be for single mums who want to re enter the workforce or people who couldn’t afford to go to University or into tertiary education and now would like to,” says Zonta Club of Mangawhai committee member Sue Poynter.

Sue says the award was made possible because of the generosity of the local community. The award of $2500 will be presented at the Zonta Mid-Winter Ball to be held on June 25. The Zonta Club of Mangawhai raise funds to support a variety of projects locally, nationally and internationally as part of Zonta International, a service and advocacy organisation whose goal is to empower women and promote human rights for all. The club welcomes new members. Contact zonta@mangawhai.org.nz for further information or to come along to a meeting. ¢

SPORTS RESULTS Bowls

Parish Indoor Bowling Club – Club Night 21 March 2016 1st - Warren Younger & Mariane Harvey 2nd - Henk Haverkamp & Betty Mason Good Sports - Alan Harrison, Carole Riosa & Rex Nielsen Dalmation Indoor Bowling Club 16th March 1st Ray Chapman, Bev Fryer. 2nd Owen Brown, Alison Robertson. 23 March 1st Henk Haverkamp, Bev Fryer.

2nd Bruce Mawson, Robertson, Rex Nielson

Alison

Bridge

Dargaville Bridge Tuesday 22nd March. Early Singles. 1st Thea Batchelder/Wendy Rae. 2nd Margart Hearn/ Dave Murphy. 3rd equal Pam Rope/Peter Ball and Sue Jensen/Vivianne Nisbet Wednesday 23 March. Handicap Singles. Well done Nicola and Jacoba almost cracked the 70% 1st Nicola Puharich/Jacoba Puharich. 2nd Shirley Geraghty/Josie Smith. 3rd Peter Ball/Neil Hearn

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