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Pupils in pink Making music for 20 years

Mainly Music has become an institution for many New Zealanders …

p Matakohe School pupils raised $250 towards anti-bullying programmes when they swung in behind Pink Shirt Day. Bikes and scooters and roller skates were the order of the day, along with the overall theme which was decidedly pink — the parents’ support group made pink cupcakes, pink milk shakes and sold Pink Shirt Day wrist bands. There were competitions for the best-decorated bike and the best-dressed pupil and after fun in the school grounds the kids also discussed what bullying is, deciding it includes words as well as actions. They took on board a message ‘to treat others how you would like to be treated’.

Rally in the Dargaville sky

Over 40 flying enthusiasts will descend on Dargaville during Queen’s Birthday Weekend …

New Harding Park structure u by Colin Patterson

A new governance structure for Dargaville’s Harding Park is expected to receive the green light today from Kaipara District Council commissioners.

Dressed to impress thanks to ANZ grant Otamatea Netball Club’s top junior team gratefully accepted their ANZ Courtside custom grant …

Harding Park on Mt Wesley includes the site of Dargaville Museum and the headquarters of the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club. The proposal also includes the Mt Wesley cemetery, the Harding family plot and the Pou Tu o Te Rangi pa site. All the land apart from the pa site is council land. The pa site was previously owned by the Crown but was returned to Te Uri o Hau as part of a Treaty of Waitangi settlement.

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given responsibility for Harding Park and the cemetery. It says the entire area is covered by the Harding Park reserves management plan and having it all under the oversight of one committee will allow for more cohesive management. It is also planned that a Harding Park Advisory Committee be set up to represent the interests of the various user groups and to provide advice to the management committee. ¢

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p Seth Martin is all smiles as he shows off his Lego Movie t-shirt — part of a prize pack given away by Dargaville’s Anzac Theatre. The Lego Movie has proven a huge success, with its action-packed reimagining of the world of the little Danish blocks enthralling kids and adults alike. Plans for a sequel are ‘in construction’ right now! Congratulations Seth, and enjoy your prize!

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Colgate cartons collected  Paparoa School students have been given extra encouragement to clean their teeth. The school has entered the Great Colgate Carton Collection, a nationwide competition for primary and intermediate schools with prizes for schools that collect the most Colgate toothpaste cartons. If you have any unused toothpaste cartons, drop them off at Paparoa School. Pictured are William, Awatea, Willow, Marnie, Stevie-Raye and Jago with some of the Colgate cartons they’ve collected.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER May 27 - 2014

Help sought for jobs campaign

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The search is on for young people to lend a hand for a campaign that aims to provide them with more job opportunities. Kaipara’s Proactive Youth campaign was launched following a public meeting in March where local business people and representatives from community and youth groups expressed concern at the decreasing number of jobs for school leavers and the absence of a strategy to arrest this decline. Dance teacher Sonja King took on the task of coordinating the campaign. Ms King says her first job is to survey local businesses to find out what they require from potential employees.

Ms King has put a questionnaire together and is now looking for young people to take it around Dargaville’s employers, ask them to fill it out and then take away the completed forms. She says the young people need to be aged between 16 and 24 and have to be presentable. Ms King says she will provide training. “It’s also a chance for them personally to present to potential employers.” Ms King says she has started visits but needs help to continue and complete the process. Young people

who are accepted will start visits in a couple of weeks. Once the urban area of Dargaville has been completed Ms King says she will organise visits to farms and forestry operations to find out their needs. If you can help or would p Kaipara’s Proactive Youth campaign coordinator Sonja King like more information please call Ms King on 09 439 0280 or 021 232 6966 or email letica@ vodafone.co.nz. ¢

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Highway to be repaired after complaints u by Colin Patterson

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Roading authorities say work is about start on repairing a 300-metre section of State Highway 12 near Dargaville where the speed limit has been reduced to 50kmh. Plumber Bill Fitness travels the route most days between his home and jobs in Dargaville. “It’s a shocking road. It’s bloody terrible. It’s getting worse. People don’t need to go to Auckland to get on a roller coaster. We’ve got one right here just out of Dargaville.” Several weeks ago the New Zealand Transport Agency erected 50kmh signs at either end of the affected section of road. More recently signs indicating an uneven surface have also been erected. Lesley Robinson, who travels the route twice a day to and from her job in Dargaville, says while locals know about the hazard, tourists and visitors may not take lower speed-limit and warning signs seriously. She says it’s only a matter of time before a vehicle loses control and people are killed or seriously injured. NZTA regional journey manager Jacqui Hori-Hoult says contractors will be on site this week to repair the road, providing the weather holds up. She expects the job to take two weeks. “The highway will stay open during the

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work and the 50kmh limit will remain. We ask all road users to observe the posted limits for their safety, and the safety of our contractors working to deliver a smoother and safer ride for all road users.” She says the uneven surface has been caused by ground movements which are continuing. ¢

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Making music for 20 years Kids’ rugby gets wool off a sheep’s back u by Joanne Speechly

Mainly Music has become an institution for many New Zealanders with young children and the Dargaville group celebrates its 20th birthday this year.

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Started in the 1990s, Mainly Music is a fun, interactive group for parents, caregivers and children. Each music group is associated with a local church and is run by volunteers. Mainly Music introduces children to music and creativity, which helps them to develop gross and fine motor skills, language, imagination, mathematical and pre-reading skills and encourages socialisation with others. “Each week during the school term, about 40 children and their caregivers come along, so just imagine how many people would have attended over the last 20 p Make music with Mainly Music and help the Dargaville group years!” says team leader, celebrate 20 successful years on Wednesday, June 18 Rebecca Davidson. “This is quite significant for the Mainly Music Dargaville is hosting community. Now we are starting a special morning tea at 10am on to see the next generation coming Wednesday, June 18, at Dargaville through too — parents who attended Baptist Community Church on Victoria Mainly Music groups when they Street to ‘honour and celebrate were young are now bringing their those who have gone before’. children along.” All welcome. ¢

Dargaville High School Year 9–13 Parent/Subject Teacher Interviews Thursday 29th May

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Parent subject teacher interviews will be held on Thursday 29th May from 2.30pm until 7.00pm. A break will be scheduled from 5.30pm – 6.00pm. Five minute Interviews will be held in the School Hall where you will have the opportunity to discuss your child’s progress with the Subject teacher and the Year Level Deans.

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Ruawai juniors have an exchange scheme with the Beecroft Rugby Club in Sydney, with each club taking turns at hosting the other. In April 2015 it will be Ruawai’s turn to head across the Tasman. “The kids get billeted for three nights with parents from the Beecroft team. Last year they played the curtain raiser for the Waratahs-Chiefs game. For most of them it’s their first time in a plane. The looks on their faces as the plane heads down the taxiway is unbelievable,” says fundraising chairman Craig Sanford. He says the kids will also visit Taronga Park Zoo and the aquarium at Darling Harbour. A trip to the Gold Coast is planned p Click go the shears, as sheep lose their coats in a fundraising project for Ruawai Rugby Club’s 2015 but is yet to be confirmed. Australian trip This year Ruawai will host three teams from Beecroft on July 4 and hold a golf tournament Twice a year and 5. — in November and May — they also “They’re city kids and they get the shear sheep. chance to milk cows and feed calves. Mr Sanford says he advertises locally They also climb Tokatoka.” for anyone with a few sheep they want Mr Sanford says they need to raise shorn. He says most responses come between $50,000 and $60,000 to get from lifestyle block owners. Last week they sheared 140 sheep their team to Sydney next year. They run raffles, work at the Dargaville Stockyards, in farmer Craig Finlayson’s woolshed. park cars at the Dargaville races, pick They charged the owners $5 a sheep up hay, cover maize and silage stacks, and expected to raise another $600 from the wool. Mr Sanford says it’s hard work Takeaway but worth it to provide kids with an Caravan experience of a lifetime. ¢

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Rally in the Kaipara sky

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Over 40 flying enthusiasts will descend on Dargaville during Queen’s Birthday Weekend for the New Zealand Association of Women in Aviation’s annual rally.

Queen’s Birthday weekend will see a fine gathering of arts and entertainment in Dargaville.

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p Joanne Hales will join over 40 NZAWA members at the annual Queen’s Birthday Weekend rally in Dargaville

“When the association was established, flying was a man’s world, and these were women pilots who wanted to get into the industry, so they created a support network.” Current membership includes recreational pilots through to captains on commercial airlines and air traffic controllers. Members fly gliders, microlights, helicopters, single — and multi-engine planes and membership is open to any woman who participates in aviation either as a career or as a hobby. The NZAWA also awards annual scholarships to young women starting out in flying and to assist members who wish to undertake further training. ¢

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concert and auction at the Northern Wairoa Hotel. The event begins at 5pm with predinner drinks and viewings of the artworks in the auction. The evening will move to a smorgasbord roast dinner from 6pm, followed by a variety concert, featuring the highly accomplished and popular Maura and Peter Flower, supported by members of the performing arts section of the Dargaville Arts Association. The variety show will be in two halves and an auction featuring items produced by association members will take place at half time. ¢

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The yearly get together will be hosted by Dargaville Aero Club for the first time and will be attended by association members from across the country. Founder and patron Rhona Fraser will be in attendance. The weekend’s lineup features an array of competitions, social activities, presentations, the AGM and will conclude with a presentation dinner. Visitors will also get to sample some Kaipara hospitality and attractions, taking in a river cruise and visiting the Kumara Box. “Activities include a hover competition, model aircraft display, glider rides and a gyrocopter,” says treasurer and rally coordinator, Joanne Hales. “People going about their business in town will be able to see activity over the river on Saturday. There’ll be a bit of aerobatics, with a few people competing for the aerobatics trophy, and the public are welcome to come along and watch.” The NZAWA was founded in 1960 and throughout its history, has enjoyed a varied membership with women from all kinds of aviation-related interests and careers.

The event, a Workshop Weekend is organised by the Dargaville Arts Association and culminates with a dinner, variety show and art auction on Sunday June 1. The series of workshops over Saturday and Sunday are being tutored by well-known artist Pauline Gough, jeweller, Jennifer Crundwell, and vocal coach Maura Flower. Pauline Gough’s workshops are sold out, while the others are filling up fast. However, association chairman Allan Mortensen says there are still places available for the dinner/variety

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‘Kick off the Sunday shoes’ Paparoa Lions speech competition u by Joanne Speechly

Footloose is coming to Dargaville Little Theatre and the musical looks set to be one of the biggest yet.

“It will have a bigger cast, more songs and more scenes than Annie Get your Gun,” says DLT’s Mike Collins, referring to last year’s major production. “There’s a general misconception that Footloose is all about teenagers and dancing but there are actually t we l v e principal adult parts as well as twelve principal teenage parts and the dancing is limited, so ability is preferred but not essential.” Auditions for Footloose are on Sunday, June 15, with registration opening at 4.30pm. An audition pack is available — and recommended p Theatrefest adjudicator Lindsay Nash with playwright — and can be Deborah Steele obtained by contacting Mike on 021 223 3470 or email playwright Deborah Steele won best dargavillelittletheatre@gmail.com. original script for the Memoirs. ORT’s Dargaville Little Theatre took two Maura Flower won the best overall plays to this year’s Theatrefest, hosted play. Both plays will be performed at by Otamatea Repertory Theatre and DLT the regional competition in August. ¢

p The students participating in Paparoa Lions Club junior speech competition last week delivered a high standard of speeches, featuring many different ideas, thought provoking opinions and lovely humour. Paparoa Primary School students Cullen Peele and Andrew Birt, came third and second respectively.

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Rippa rugby — all about enjoyment

Dressed to impress thanks to ANZ grant

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Northern Wairoa’s Westpac Rippa Rugby Tournament, held in Dargaville last week, was a huge success.

Otamatea Netball Club’s top junior team gratefully accepted their ANZ Courtside custom grant last week.

p Rippa Rugby develops skills without the hard knocks of full-contact competition. This year six teams took to the field in Dargaville, having great fun

p Otamatea Netball Club’s top junior team were grateful to receive a custom grant from ANZ Courtside. From left: Emma Millard, Bridgette Hosford, Ocean Shadbolt, Julianne Cunningham, Tasha Perret, Portia Wehi, Jayme Curtis, Blossom Connelly, Maddy Lemuelu

“I’d like to say a huge thank you to all school’s involved in our Term 2 Westpac Rippa Rugby Tournament — it has been great to see such growth in our tournaments,” said Grace Cooper, of Northland Rugby Union. “Whether playing, supervising or supporting, your participation and enthusiasm was fantastic and we appreciate the way you all conducted yourselves throughout the day.”

The club lost 8 teams’ worth of equipment to a fire four months ago and the grant of 10 dresses, 10 balls, two gear bags, two ball pumps and three sets of bibs will help to put them in good stead for the season ahead. A Sky TV camera crew and ANZ representatives visited Otamatea High School to present the prize and interviewed the Year 8 players for a

Six teams from across the district took part in the Northland Rugby Union and Westpac initiative, which encourages participation and enjoyment of rugby in primary schools. After two tournaments, the finalists are Selwyn Park Primary and Te Kopuru Primary for Year 3 and 4 and Te Kopuru Primary School and Tauraroa Area School for Year 5 and 6. The finals will be held in Whangarei on June 4. ¢

documentary to be aired on Sky Sport Netball Zone. Coach Jodie Bennetto said the club is very grateful and would like to thank ANZ for their support. The club still needs to raise about $8,000 to purchase uniforms for their remaining seven teams. Grocery raffle tickets are on sale now, contact Otamatea Netball Club president Tina Ball on 09 431 6878. ¢

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We are at that time of year again where people are coming down with winter ills. Some people have their own remedies that they reach for every year, and find good results. For those that aren’t sure where to start, Vitamin C is always a good support vitamin. High dosing in the first few days of a flu can take days or weeks off recovery time. Dosages depend on the product, so seek advice before starting a high dose of Vitamin C. Add a few cloves of fresh organic Garlic to meals, drink plenty of water, and rest. Zinc is another supplement that can help you avoid or shorten colds & flu, especially for those who get frequent colds. Start taking Zinc early in the season and continue through winter. Homeopathy offers many helpful remedies for winter; Coughmed, Cold & Flu drops, Staph/ Strep spray, are just a few combination remedies. We can help you choose a homeopathic remedy to fit your symptoms, such as; Hepar Sulph for body aches & chills, Belladonna for fevers, Mercurius for a raw throat, Chamomilla to calm a sick child, Aconite at first sign of illness, and the list goes on. Homeopathy is safe for the whole Family.

Aromatherapy is often thought of as ‘just adding nice smells’ to life. In fact, Aromatherapy is another great flu fighter. An electric oil diffuser is a safe option for children’s bedrooms during the night. No candle and no water means the diffuser can be left without supervision, and it never heats high enough to be hot to touch. Just a few drops of oil will fill the room with decongestant, relaxing, healing aromas that will do the work while you sleep. Roman Chamomile, Manuka, Eucalyptus and Lavender are just a few oils that work wonders for inflammation, aches, congestion and low mood. Always use pure essential oils and seek advice from a suitably qualified Therapist if you or your child have existing health conditions – that way, you will get appropriate oils and dosages for the best results. We have a full range of oils and diffusers in store. Some other things to suppor t healing are; Apple Cider Vinegar taken daily, Natural or Organic Lozenges, Malcolm Harker tonics & syrups, Weleda Cough Medicines, chest rubs, and Epsom Salts for a relaxing bath. Wishing you a bug free winter

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WIN THE WAR ON WINTER Cotton on to new technology Efficient energy reaps warm rewards A thousand years ago, whole Viking villages would gather around the fire in winter, sewing warm clothes and sails for their far-travelling longships.

p Dargaville’s Janome specialists Marion and Jessica McEwing

While we have no need in the present day for vast reams of sailcloth, the art of sewing still fits well with the winter season. From making warm and comfortable new clothes to brave the season’s chills, to the dazzling art of quilting and embroidery, new technology has opened up a new world of options for those with crafty fingers. Sewing machine pioneers Janome have stood at the forefront of that change, adapting to incorporate Wi-Fi and tablet technology, making their latest machines even more versatile. The sheer scope of what can now be achieved is staggering — all it takes is a look at the wall displays in Dargaville’s Sewing and Curtain Centre to realise

the potential inherent in needle and thread. As our local Janome specialist, the Sewing and Curtain Centre provide everything from new machines to accessories, servicing, supplies and, most importantly, expert advice based on 20 years of experience. Marion and her knowledgeable team also host day and evening classes in everything from simple sewing basics up to elaborate and artful embroidery, making use of Janome’s cutting-edge tech. Winter is the perfect time to begin what may very well become a lifetime’s passion — a hobby which provides warm clothes for the family, wonderful works of art and a real sense of selfsufficient satisfaction. ¢

With winter on our doorsteps the call from both the government and electricity providers is out — save power by making the best use of the heat you create. It’s a good time to check your insulation levels — because it makes little sense to spend dollars on heating only to have your precious warmth waft away into space! Any gaps and draughts are the enemy at this time of year, as are windows without curtains — these can turn even the warmest room into an icebox. It’s also a good time to tackle damp, a leading cause of mould and mildew. Make sure your bathroom and kitchen vent fans are running clean and smooth — and if you are lucky enough to have a ventilation system for your home, ensure that

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The Ford Motor Company have been doing it right for over 100 years — when venerable company founder Henry Ford wanted to take his Model T to the masses, he sent his sales force on the road to America’s gigantic state fairs, pitching the tough little auto right next to John Deere’s tractors and harvesters. Folks in the back-blocks of rural America were amazed to see a car designed for them — at a time when motoring was viewed as a pastime for the idle rich. The fact that the Model T had driven to the event proved its toughness, too! Fast forward to the present day, and while there are still a few Model Ts on the road, there are far more of a thoroughly modern Ford success story — the Ranger ute. This award-winning vehicle was named car of the year not long ago, no mean feat for a light commercial. And it’s been embraced by rural New Zealand in a big way, only narrowly missing out on being the top selling ute of 2013. The margin was so slim that it’s no surprise the Ranger

is out ahead of the pack coming into our National Fieldays at Mystery Creek, Hamilton for 2014. Powering into its third year at the Creek, the Ranger still stacks up on paper. Its carrying capacity of 1,150kgs and towing capacity of 3.35 tonnes make it a clear leader over other utes aimed at the farming community. But it’s the car-like ride and level of refinement, away from the tractor-esque farm utes of yesterday — which put this one over the top. Ford are so pleased with the innovative chassis setup of the Ranger, and its ability to handle a variety of loads with acumen, that it’s rumoured to form the underpinnings for the forthcoming Everest SUV — Ford’s big seven seater due in 2015.

p The Ford Ranger — it stacks up for Fieldays

The Ranger is only one of the vehicles in a very strong lineup for Ford coming into Fieldays 2014. Along with the predictable appeal of the Ranger, the US marque has also upped the ante across the SUV field, with its well established Territory, smaller, more nimble secondgen Kuga, and the addition of the diminutive but daring EcoSport, filling

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a gap in the small-footprint market vacated by the physical growth of brands like Toyota’s RAV 4 and Suzuki’s Escudo. This could be the year the Ranger definitively pulls ahead of its rivals — and Fieldays may well be the catalyst. For those who have not already taken a test drive, its the perfect time to see what everyone is talking about. ¢

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Enduring classic just got tougher u by Andy Bryenton

It’s a highly competitive world for a new ATV quad to be ‘born’ into — one where farming customers especially are demanding more performance, more options and more versatility than ever before. Honda continue to hold the crown as the Kiwi farmer’s preferred quad manufacturer, and with the release of the new TRX500 Rubicon, their engineers and designers have shown why they stay ahead of the game. For this year’s national Fieldays at Mystery Creek Honda have unveiled two new 2014 quads — a re-up of the popular ‘FourTrax’ range, featuring both a 420cc and 500cc model. The Rubicon is a tuned, fettled and even further upgraded version of the big 500cc quad, named for the famous wilderness trail in the United States which is seen as the benchmark for off-road toughness. p The new Honda TRX500 Rubicon And it’s toughness as well as clever innovations which set this at the components and frame of this year’s offerings apart. Honda have beefed-up ATV. This is a machine which listened to the demands of their answer’s the Kiwi farmer’s need for a customer base — many of whom put real workhorse — one which farmhands their machines through far more hard and sharemilkers can rely on, and which knocks on the farm than any trail- farm owners can be sure of, despite how riders do in the American back-country. many knocks it takes from the terrain — Subsequently the new TRX500 has and the staff! been built stronger all round — a fact Added to this new structural muscle which is clearly apparent when looking is a lengthways-mounted 499cc four-

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The Kaipara district remains a good area to buy, says Jill Wilson of First National Roper and Jones in Dargaville.

If you are thinking about buying a property you need to be sure of the ownership structure of that property. Many properties are still cross leases and there are a number of potential pitfalls which should always be discussed with your lawyer when you are looking at purchasing a cross lease property. Cross leases were a popular form of ‘subdivision’ created in the late 1960’s to get around subdivision rules of the time. Essentially, you hold two estates in the land you are buying. You lease the land and you own the fee simple. Hence the name cross lease. This cost-effective form of service provision ensured the continued popularity of cross lease developments amongst property developers for some time. In earlier cross leases there was often no distinction made between common areas and exclusive covenant areas which could result in your neighbour potentially having the right to enter onto your, or what you thought was your property and you could do the same. The key problem with cross leases is that cross lease owners, and often vendors who sell cross lease properties, do not often fully understand them or follow the terms of their leases. This in turn leads to alterations being carried out without neighbour consent, as well as breaches of other terms. Another issue which often arises is when the neighbour unreasonably withholds their consent. The only way in dealing with such issues is to proceed to arbitration as the sole dispute resolution mechanism, which can be costly and through which there is no provision for costs to be awarded for any unreasonable behaviour. These issues are often also found in the present market if properties are sold at auction at short notice and purchasers

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do not have time to fully investigate title matters. Often vendors are caught out if any of the issues were not fully dealt with at the time of their purchase. These are common issues to look at when properties are sold and need to be fully discussed with your lawyer as a potential purchaser. If you do not deal with all potential issues when you purchase you will likely have to deal with them when you sell the property. It is in your best interests to avoid problems when you need to sell. If you are looking at buying a cross lease property, or are unsure if the property you are looking at buying is a cross lease, please contact us to discuss the issues above. ¢

Last year the Reserve Bank imposed restrictions on lending to first homebuyers. Earlier this month it increased the official Cash Rate — the borrowing rate it charges to banks — from 2.75 to 3% and signalled further increases are likely. However, Ms Wilson says these measures do not appear to have made much difference to the Kaipara housing market, although it may take time for the effects of the OCR rise to be felt. She says the first three months of 2014 have seen a rise in sales volumes. “It’s definitely busier. Our sales are up 10% on the same p Jill Wilson of First National Roper and Jones quarter of last year.” Ms Wilson says prices are fractionally up and there is plenty of interest from prospective buyers. “There are more people heading north from Auckland. They’re selling up and finding their money goes a lot further here.” Ms Wilson says she expects activity to remain buoyant, with Housing New Zealand selling houses to first homebuyers. “There’s no need to have a 20% deposit.” While the Reserve Bank’s restrictions are an obstacle to first homebuyers, there are still options available for prospective purchasers. However, the rural market remains slow, with banks cautious about lending on farms following two dry summers in a row. Although there have been some difficult times in recent years, Ms Wilson says she is confident things are improving. “John Powell and I are pleased we bought the business four years ago. Things have improved enormously since then.” ¢

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Big River FM intern Danielle Guise has spent six months finetuning her radio skills and now she is ready to take it to the next level.

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St Joseph’s School in Dargaville is preparing a tasty fundraiser to help purchase computers and resources. The PTA are organising a smorgasbord of traditional Pacific Island food, which can be freshly selected at the Parish Hall on Saturday, May 31, between 11am and 2pm. Pre-orders for the $10 takeaway meals can be made by phoning the school office on 09 439 8639 or Rosa on 022 600 7363 by Thursday, May 29. PTA secretary Rebecca Davidson says the school is keen to fully utilise ultra-fast broadband, which has been made possible as a result

of the Ministry of Education’s School Network Upgrade Project (SNUP). “Now that we have the internet capabilities, the next step is to be able to utilise this technology in the classroom in a very innovative type of way, which is very exciting.” St Joseph’s School has a roll of 56 pupils, from new entrant to year 8. The menu will include Samoan chop suey, Tongan roast pork, Fijian chicken curry, Rarotongan potato salad and Island-inspired coleslaw, with pineapple and condensed milk.

p Departing intern Danielle Guise with station manager Anaru Tana

She has even managed to skip a step in her long term plan. “I had my levels of what I wanted to do — start as an intern at Big River FM, then casual work in promotions and work my way up to promotions coordinator, then manager — however, I’ve just missed out a whole level!” says Danielle of her new role as promotions coordinator at Mediaworks Southland. “I’ll be working with The Rock and The Edge, which will be fun but also a challenge. I’ve learned so much at Big River FM — everything from good communication to how to conduct myself when meeting new people. Thanks Anaru!”

Big River FM station manager Anaru Tana says Danielle is focussed and applies herself well in all situations. “I think we’ve offered her a diverse platter to learn from over the last six months and she has matured and become very proficient at what she does. We have fine tuned her capabilities and it has paid off accordingly.” Big River FM offers internships to graduates from the NZ School of Radio in Tauranga, with the assistance of WINZ. The next group of approved interns are due to start next month. ¢

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DEEP DISH mud mats for your farm ute. Auto One Dargaville — 09 439 8219. RELUCTANT SALE of 2 registered Highland cattle — 1 dun heifer (2 years) $500, 1 red/brindle (1 year) $500. Halter trained. Prefer if they go together. Phone 021 119 3992. TYRE AIR compressor, heavy duty, 12v 150psi. Auto One Dargaville — 09 439 8219. UTE CANOPY to fit double cab wellside. Offers phone 09 439 4935. WHEELS 14” 4 stud, suit trailer. $50 pair, with covers. Auto One Dargaville — 09 439 8219.

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

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

Septic Tank Services

To Let DARGAVILLE — COUNTRY home, 4 bedrooms, garage, 2 acres, 5 years old, long term, refs, $300 pw. Phone 09 439 8085. DARGAVILLE — 3 double bedroom home. Recently redecorated including new kitchen & bathroom, heat pump.Well insulated in handy location on full site. Single lockup garage. Available 3rd June. $290pw. Phone Erica 09 439 0029 or 027 626 9687.

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Sheep Shearing ANY SIZE flock. Top quality job, good rates. Phone Rob 027 209 0942.

KAIPARA Septic Tank Cleaning From $350 per tank Ph 027 495 4672

09 439 6933

CANVAS & UPHOLSTERY, 77 Gordon St, Dargaville. Phone 09 439 4670 or 021 246 6436. Trailer & ute covers, bike seats, boat covers & upholstery, horse covers, furniture recovers, motor homes and much more.

ALL GRADES OF SCRAP METAL WANTED

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

Little River Transport Ltd Beach Road Dargaville Monday-Friday 8-5 • Saturday 8-3

Phone 09 439 4940

Work with your local licensed dealer

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER May 27 - 2014

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 3 June 2014 edition is 10am, Friday 30 May 2014. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Work Wanted

ROOFING

For repairs or replacements of your roof or spouting, Call us today for a free onsite consultation

 0800 326 123

Nurseries & Plants

Death Notice

Public Notices

PLANTING TIME is here. Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd has a great range of native and coastal tolerant plants at wholesale prices. Further discounts for purchases of 50 or more plants, delivery service available. The nursery is open Friday’s and Saturday’s 10am to 4pm and is situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. Enquiries welcome phone 09 439 4223, email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz or go to www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz

JANET MORGAN ~ Loved sister of Valerie & the late Jim. Aunty of Darrin, Colin, Fiona and Hamish and loved Great Aunty of six children.

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

Plumbing and Heating Centre 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville Got2Go Got2Go Plants

Homekills

Full service slaughtering & processing of Beef, Sheep, Pigs, Deer, Goats

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

READY NOW

5,000 PLANTS Landscaping Shelter Re-vege

9–4pm Wednesday to Sunday

BRICK/BLOCKLAYER

All aspects of masonry: Fireplaces, Restoration & Remedial Work JAMES EAGLETON Mob 027 4749232 jajueagles@yahoo.com.au 210A Pukenui Road,

09 439 5556

Property Maintenance

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Norfolk Court Rest Home DARGAVILLE

RN / Clinical Team Leader Min. 3 days/week Minimum of 5 years RN experience in NZ & current practicing cert. essential

LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS WANTED

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. Cell 027 455 7750.

Do you have a full clean drivers licence? Tender Loving Care Are you able to work away In your own home from home for up to two weeks at a time? Do you have an passion to work with our elders? We have positions for live-in care to start immediately throughout Northland. Applicants must have experience working in the aged care sector. Send your CV to jonathan@tlc4u2.co.nz or call Jonathan on 021 0273 2466.

CHIMNEY CLEANING & Servicing — There is a chill in the air folks. Is your fireplace safe for the winter? Get it serviced & checked, repaired. Crawford Solutions — Phone John 439 5289. A/hrs, mobile 022 642 1376. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $408.25 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Public Notices

WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Putting Northland first

Any job big or small. We do them ALL

Cars Wanted

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 Cars For Sale

Need a cheap new Car?

$0 Deposit $50 a week

All Types. Simple, reliable, affordable Got an old car? No Wof, No Rego, No Problems

$3000 for your trade in

Txt/ph Ash 021 959 757

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

Mangawhai

Learning technology together.

Apple iPad Workshop for browsing Internet (Safari) & Mail Friday 30th May 2014

Where: Learning Centre, 1960 State Highway 1, (opp. Cheese Shop) Kaiwaka Time: 10am-12pm noon. Cost: $ 10 ($15 non-members) Contact Tony Cox 431 2269 or email seniornet.mangawhai@gmail.com to register

AGM

DARGAVILLE RACING CLUB

to be held 7.30pm Tuesday 10th June at the Dargaville Race Course Join us at 60s Up Movement of NZ

Be entertained, meet new friends, enjoy an afternoon tea and friendly conversation. Contacts: Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560

We meet at the Dargaville Rugby Club the first Tuesday of every month.

Cynthia Shirtcliffe 09 439 5895

Entrance $6 per meeting and this includes afternoon tea.

CHIMNEY SWEEPS

Dargaville Bobcat Services

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

DARGAVILLE COMMUNITY Cinema Charitable Trust Fifth Short Film Competition - 4 categories. Cash prizes for each category. Entries close 31 July 2014. Entry forms from ANZAC Theatre or from Jacoba — jacobap@xtra.co.nz. For further information phone Jacoba — 09 439 7356 or text 027 441 9924. Get your cameras rolling. Have fun being creative or depicting the Kaipara.

Enquiries to 09 439 6214 or managernorfolk@xtra.co.nz Rest Home, Dementia, Hospital Care

Tender

AAA+ PAINTER, wallpapering specialist, roof spray coatings & waterblasting. Phone John 09 439 5289 or 022 642 1376, Crawford Solutions.

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Brick/Blocklayer

Tel (09) 431 2514

55 West Coast Rd Te Kopuru

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WANTED

DEAD OR ALIVE

TOP CASH PAID!

TRUCKS, VANS & UTES

FREE REMOVAL

PHONE NOW

0800 442 445

NIWA and Northland Regional Council will be holding a public meeting to provide information about the intended deployment of scientific instruments on Tikinui Wharf, in the lower Wairoa River (Kaipara Harbour). The station is part of a harbour-wide environmental monitoring system being developed in conjunction with Auckland Council to improve understanding of the effects of land runoff on harbour water quality. Meeting - Environmental Monitoring Station Thursday, 29 May 2014 at 7.00pm at the Ruawai Community Sports Club For more information about the meeting please contact Andrew Swales 07 856 1761, Andrew.Swales@niwa.co.nz or Richard Griffiths 027 715 9923, richardg@nrc.govt.nz

SMOKE ALARMS Save Lives BE FIRE SAFE THIS WINTER

www.nrc.govt.nz

Make sure your fireplace is safe this winter. Call Plumbing & Heating Centre to arrange a chimney clean and a firebox inspection today! Plumbing and Heating Centre 09 439 6123 • 0800 326 123 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

MATARIKI ON THE HILL Manu Aute

Kite Flying Day & Matariki Art Exhibition

SAturdAy 14th June 2014

12.30pm at dargaville Museum - harding Park enter your kite or piece of art and WIn Five Age Groups 5 to 7, 8 to 10, 11 to 12, Senior School & Adult Static kites & art in by Friday 13th of June for judging Flying Competition Saturday 14th of June

Must be at the Museum Saturday to claim prizes

JoIn uS for A fun dAy

Sausage Sizzle - Hot Chips – Drinks on sale

May 27 - 2014

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER Agents for

Roper & Jones 106 Rehutai Road, Dargaville

NEW LISTING

19 Cobham Avenue

BE QUICK

Executive Lockwood designer home. Modern classic open plan living with timber ceilings. Built for entertaining with outdoor courtyard living area, landscaped grounds fully fenced swimming pool. Expansive views over Dargaville and the Northern Wairoa. Open Home Saturday 31st May 1.30pm $595,000 MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

502 Scottys Camp Rd, Baylys

$239,000 RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

UNIT

Close to Baylys Beach on 887m² lifestyler that once grew grapes and still grows olives. The existing cabin was built in the early 2000s with 2 bedrooms. Open plan living. Ceiling and walls are lined with Macrocarpa. Town water and minutes to the coast, this will appeal to the buyer wanting location and a block that will develop with time. Possibilities multiplied… MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

24 Kauri Street

110 Matakohe Wharf Road

Idyllic waterfront lifestyle on 9,131m2, stunning water views, huge variety of fruit trees, vege gardens. Renovated kitchen & bathroom. French doors to deck. Workshop with winner view. Private and peaceful. Small dam. Paddle off in your kayak from your own back yard. A place to revive the soul! $465,000 REF RJS1562 RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912

1052 SH12, Maungaturoto

$190,000

NEW LISTING

11.13ha (27 acres approx) of mainly flat land located 25km north of Dargaville. Good fertiliser history and fencing, dam with troughs to all paddocks. Close to Omamari Beach and Kai Iwi Lakes. Currently leased for grazing. $265,000 CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

Large 4 double bedroom villa on 11 acres (approx). Open plan kitchen/dining, plus spacious separate lounge and modern bathroom. There is 3 car garaging, 16x8m shed workshop plus calf rearing shed and 2 dams. The cows, sheep and chooks stay too! CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

62 Colville Road

Great location handy to school and doctors. Tidy and sound 3 bedroom home that is light and sunny with an updated bathroom. Features included polished floors, solid wood burner, wardrobes and single garage. This property has a tenant who is wanting to stay paying $230pw.

Sunny 3 bedroom home on private elevated section on the edge of town. Spacious open plan living with a family/rumpus room downstairs. 3 car high stud garaging, established gardens and in-ground swimming pool. Covered entertaining area plus great views over town.

MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

54 Jellicoe Street, Ruawai

91 Awakino Point East Road

EXCLUSIVE

RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

Best buy… Get on board today. Two bedroom weatherboard house that is affordable. Original kitchen and bathroom. Level and fenced section, garden shed, carport.

Tidy 4 bedroom brick and tile home on 1 acre of land. Open plan living, Kent style fire & a great rural outlook from the sunny deck. Good sheds plus storage space, town supply water plus sealed no exit road.

$129,000 MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

$269,000 CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

2714 Paparoa-Oakleigh Road

Large family 190m2 home set on 5.5 acres. Polished timber flooring. Great for extended family or work from home. Sunny north-facing spot. 144m2 lockable garages and high stud shed. 3 paddocks grazing, small dam. Elevated rural views. 40 mins on tarseal to Whangarei. Separate shed entrance from road. $339,000 REF RJS1563 RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912

12B Bonham Street, Pahi

SHEILA BOON 027 498 5651

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

1940s’ brick and tile home. 3 double bedrooms with a sun room off the master bedroom. Large separate lounge. Basement garage includes laundry. Excellent location close proximity to local schools. Call John now to arrange a time to view. $229,000 JOHN POWELL 021 439 555

41 Kauri Street

This is a selected FIRST HOME property, reserved for eligible first home buyers! Spacious 3 bedroom family home. Large kitchen. Elevated position. Close to schools. For more information call John or Jill. $180,000 JOHN POWELL 021 439 555 JILL WILSON 021 505 712

258 Victoria Street

This is a selected FIRST HOME property, reserved for eligible first home buyers! 3 bedroom home. Open plan living. For more information call John or Jill. Phone now to view. $140,000 JOHN POWELL 021 439 555 JILL WILSON 021 505 712

232 Marohemo Road

1182 Tinopai Road, Matakohe

Distressed sale – lifestyle. Gorgeous family home. Large deck, 3 bedrooms, ensuite, modern kitchen dining family, lounge double garage. Workshops, shed, office. Polyhouse 3,600m2 needs some TLC. Massive price reduction to $499,000 makes this property outstanding value for money, be quick, call Jill NOW! JILL WILSON 021 505 712

The whole farm package 183ha. Easy clean contour, 95% effective. Over 40 paddocks. Great beef fattening unit. Great water supply. Homestead, cattle yards, concrete floor sheds, old woolshed. Regularly fertilised. Harbour views. Native bush. 10 mins to boat ramp. 147ha bare land option at $1.5m +GST too. $2.1M +GST REF RJRU1568 RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691

65 Jumna Road, Maungaturoto

90 Te Kowhai Road, Ruawai

Solid home with polished timber floors, recently refurbished, french doors to decks, lots of character. Large concrete floor 100m2 garage with 3m stud makes a great workshop. Shade house. Fruit trees, vege garden. Situated on a flat 6,102m2 site surrounded by farmland. All day sun. Few mins drive to shops. $255,000 REF RJS1567 RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912

87 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

NEW LISTING

2 bedroom, open plan lounge dining and kitchen set on 1295m2 section. Relax on the deck with your favourite bevvy and meal watching the ever changing scenery at the all tide wharf. Approx 90 mins drive from Auckland making this a great holiday destination.

MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

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VALUE FOR MONEY

$305,000

This 3 bedroom home is a 1920s’ railway cottage, retains the original character inside and out. Tastefully refurbished polished native timber floors, combined kitchen/dining area, separate lounge, roomy bathroom. Relax on the back porch and soak in the surrounding rural landscape. Located approx 2km from Maungaturoto township. SHEILA BOON 027 498 5651

JILL WILSON 021 505 712

GRAZING / INVESTMENT

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$380,000

NEW LISTING

Modern 3 bedroom townhouse, open plan sunny living with a large kitchen. 1 bathroom & 2 toilets. Private patio. Single internal access garage & Single carport. Landscaped garden. Ideal home for those in their twilight years. Located close to Medical Centre and Dargaville Hospital, private restful and easycare. $285,000 RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

45 Plunket Street

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$370,000

$168,000

Spacious & sunny. 2 double bedroom. Excellent bathroom. Modern kitchen. Spacious open plan living. Free standing fire place. Private courtyard and small amount of grass. Single lockable garage. Well designed unit with easy care garden. Close to dairy, takeaways, CBD, supermarket and Warehouse. $180,000 RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

Maropiu Settlement Road

101B Bee Bush Road

$228,000

Great street. 3 bedroom. 1 bathroom. Open plan living. Conservatory. Double garage. Private deck & courtyard. This well presented home is located in a well regarded street. North facing conservatory and deck with easy care gardens.

66A Awakino Road

OPEN HOME

3 bedroom home. Open plan living, heat pump. Large modern kitchen. Decks off lounge. Large basement rumpus or 4th bedroom. Workshop area. Man shed 10x15m, 150m2, concrete floor, 3 phase power, 5m high stud. Nestle privately on 1.2ha (3 acres) of land. GV is $490,000 listed at $445,000 to sell. $445,000 RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

194 Victoria Street

106 Old Golf Course Road

We put you first

JOHN POWELL 021 439 555

Water access lifestyle block. North facing 3.8ha (nearly 10 acres) lifestyle block with water views. Features tidal access to launch your boat and enjoy your fishing. This property is waiting for you to build your new home. Plenty of room for the animals, including horses, who would enjoy swimming in the tide. $189,000 GARY MORRIS 021 902 087

CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

SELMA PETERS 021 828 402

roperandjones.co.nz

RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691

Majestic at Maungaturoto. This beautiful 280m2 home is in two titles. Part of one is zoned residential for potential future investment. If you wish to escape the hustle and bustle of city living, this idyllic lifestyle could be for you. Approx 46 acres. Phone Gary or Jill for an appointment to view this property. $995,000 GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 JILL WILSON 021 505 712

SHEILA BOON 0274 985 651

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087

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