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Mangawhai cadets win national title  by Paul Campbell

The Mangawhai Cadet Unit of the New Zealand Cadet Forces have brought home the silverware after winning the national Skills competition at a two-day camp at Whangaparoa against City of Christchurch and Palmerston North Cadet Units.

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Once Upon a Christmas

Cute elves, Christmas carols and Santa himself is what’s in store for Dargaville Little Theatre’s production …

The national win follows another in the regional competition a month ago involving all cadet units north of Taupo. Contestants are tested in a wide range of skills including drill, navigation, general service knowledge and radio communication, among others. “The Skills Team comprises of nine of our best cadets, and we have 45 cadets in the Mangawhai Unit,” said its commander, Lieutenant Sandra Grayson, adding that it was an eventful time for the 13-to-18 year-olds. “We are right now in the throes of doing up our new base in the old Hakaru Bowling Club which will be officially opening on November 24.” The New Zealand Cadet Forces comprise the Sea Cadet Corps, the Cadet Corps and the Air Training Corps. The individual units are local community youth groups which operate under a partnership with the Defence Force and there are currently 106 cadet units with a strength of 249 officers and 3,446 enrolled cadets. The training programme is designed to provide leadership, teamwork and self-discipline skills.

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A matriarch’s milestone Matakohe’s Mavis Smith celebrated her 102nd birthday last Friday, at the home she was born in, Totara House.

Kaipara documentary rewriting history Mystery at Midge Bay, a documentary which may rewrite New Zealand’s history books …

Family members and close friends called in casually throughout the day, with the traditional Smith clan teapot kept busy to compliment plates of home cooking and a decorated birthday cake. Mavis is taking life quietly as she passes the 102 milestone. In this remarkable

lifetime, she can recall the one-time extent of the Kaipara kauri forests, and this interest led her, with extended family members, to found what has today become The Kauri Museum, where her efforts and those of her family are saluted in the Smith Wing.

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Te Kopuru doesn’t get many opportunities to celebrate so the performing arts festival at Te Kopuru Primary School on November 17 is a time to bring the community together says principal, Lee Anderson.

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The Importance of Qualifications At this time of the year, when our senior students are leaving high school for the last time and taking their first steps into the “adult’ world of work or study, it is opportune to remind ourselves of the importance of qualifications. Recently I was discussing this topic with a group of women of various ages. One person had a daughter who had made a successful transition into tertiary study and was doing well in her first year at university. The mother in this case was extremely pleased that her child was on the way to gaining a qualification that would help her into higher paid and more satisfying work than she had experienced, and the reason for this was that she herself did not have any qualification and this had meant a lifetime of low paid work. Amongst our small group on that day, those of us with formal qualifications were earning at least twice as much as those without. Multiply that over the many years that most of us have to work and it adds up to a considerable amount. Formal qualifications are important because they inform potential employers that you have the knowledge base and skills they need. Specific qualifications guarantee that you have high level understanding like the other people in your field. Would you feel confident going to a nurse, doctor, teacher or mechanic who did

“One of the aims is to celebrate cultural diversity and as well as Kapa Haka there will also be Pacifica, Zumba, dance and a whole range of performing arts.” “We hope to expose the community, in particular nga tamariki, to different cultures so that barriers may be removed and positive values and attitudes be established” Schools from around the district will perform as well as pulling in other performing arts groups such as Baylys Beats, Circus Kumarani, and Dargaville Dalmatian Club band.

“The adult groups are role models for children so they can see where performing can lead.” In past years the festival has drawn crowds of around 800 people and Mrs Anderson is hoping for sunny skies to contribute to the picnic atmosphere. “It’s always well received and the community always gives us positive feedback.” A variety of food stalls as well as a hangi will be available and the school encourages anyone wishing to perform or have a stall to contact the office on 09 439 1802.

Milestones at The Kauri Museum

not have the relevant qualifications? Going to a tertiary institution such as a university is not the only way to gain good qualifications. On the job training such as apprenticeships have the advantage of no student debt and some people study extramurally while they work. Practically all industries these days offer training and sensible workers take advantage of this to prepare for better employment opportunities that may come their way or be forced on them. A forestry worker who has completed the National Certificate in Forestry has much better employment chances should he no longer be able to work on the ground due to injury or economic reasons than an unqualified forestry labourer and this is the case across lots of industries and work types. Let’s encourage our young people to make the most of the educational opportunities that are available to them. We are so lucky to live in a country where education is mainly free or heavily subsidised and an investment in a qualification will pay us back many times over our life. Gaining a qualification when you are young sets you on the path for a satisfying and well paid working life. Let’s help our young people get the best start in adult life that we can. Ms Chiaroni Career Advisor

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 This year has seen a number of milestones at The Kauri Museum as it marked its 50th birthday, hosted a visit by Prime Minister, John Key, after the museum won the title of favourite New Zealand attraction in the Grand Pacific Ultimate coach series, and it became the first museum in the world to achieve certification from CarboNZero, an international organisation aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprints. In her report to the annual general meeting last week, CEO Betty Nelley also said it was satisfying to be able to produce an operational profit during a recession. At the meeting, Kaipara Lifestyler editor, Paul Campbell, was welcomed to the Board of Trustees, replacing retiring member, Graham Taylor. From left: Betty Nelley, board members Paul Campbell, Noel Radd, Dorothy Quaife, Bruce Leef, Darcy Sterling, Gale Matheson, Derek Hope, Ralph Williams, Norm Webster, Doug Donaldson, Peter King (chairman) and administration/finance manager Colleen Glass. (absent: Clive Smith.)

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Bridge protest march New Kai Iwi attraction

 by Paul Campbell

A protest march to highlight the dangers of two single-lane SH12 bridges at Matakohe last Saturday attracted a police escort and plenty of support from passing truck-drivers as about 30 placard-waving demonstrators and support vehicles marched from Andersons Bridge to Hardies Bridge and back. The Bridge Concern Committee which organised the event is campaigning for the bridges replacement. “Our march was all about residents of the Kaipara still being unheard in a battle that has been on going for at least 50 years with these out-dated and very dangerous one lane bridges including the roadways on both approaches,” said organiser, Sue Reyland.

A long-time visitor to kai Iwi Lakes has made a major pay-back for the years he’s enjoyed there — a complete childrens playground.

“We expect no less than total road realignment which has been promised over and over for many years. While people still remain being maimed and traumatised by accidents or near misses, Transit says three people must die before they will even consider changes. There have already been two recorded deaths on these bridges three known deaths on the road leading up to them.”

Ross Archer said he wanted to “give something back to an area that has given me so much” and his company, Playco teamed up with Joe Moores from Commercial Play Systems to provide the new playground, at a substantial discount to Kaipara District Council, for visitors and campers to enjoy at the Domain’s Pine Beach. Mr Archer first visited the lakes more than 50 years ago in his grandfather’s bus, after a six hour drive from Auckland. He recalls up to 20 people camping in the bus at one time. Since then, four generations of Archers have enjoyed the tranquillity and pristine water, and during the past 25 years have camped at Taharoa Domain up to five times a year. Based on a wide travel experience he rates Kai Iwi Lakes as a “best in the world location. “As the owner of a playground

business, I personally wanted to give back to this area, that had given so much to me.” He gained support from Kaipara District Council’s community spaces manager, Thomas Patterson, plus Joe Moores who does specialised work on some of the council’s playgrounds and has staff living in Kaipara. “Our goal is to make the Domain as welcoming as possible and this will give children something to do away from the water or when conditions don’t suit swimming,” Mr Howells said. “I think it will prove very popular because both campers and day trippers have been asking for a better playground.”

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Once Upon a Christmas  by Rose Rees-Owen

Cute elves, classic Christmas carols and Santa himself is what’s in store for Dargaville Little Theatre’s production, Once Upon a Christmas. Around 30 children between the ages of 5-14 are cast, with three of the main roles filled by participants in the theatre’s acting classes, including one of the narrators, Kees McCahon. “It’s set very close to Christmas Eve and elves are getting all the toys together — then they discover that Santa has gone missing so they set off around the world to find him,” says co-director Eryn Wilson-Collins. She adds that the audience can

expect fun, music and Christmas carol favourites. “Santa also makes an appearance and afterwards members of the audience have a photo opportunity.” The original script was written by Deborah Steele who formed the idea after talking with co-director, Lisa McEwing. The show opens at 10.30am and 1.30pm on November 17 and 18 with door sales only. Tickets cost $2 and an additional $5 for a photograph with Santa.

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 The cast rehearse for their up and coming production, Once Upon a Christmas.

The annual Maungaturoto Country Club Trail Ride for quad and motocross bikes will raise funds for rugby at junior and senior level. The ride takes place on Sunday, November 25, and covers about 50 kilometres of tracks across farms and through pine and native forest. The track is suitable for experts and novices.

Country Club president, Rex Roadley. The Country Club has two affiliated rugby clubs — JMB and the Otamatea Hawks.

Funds raised will again be used to fund improvements to the rugby fields at Maungaturoto Country Club.

“Many riders who flock to this Kaipara trail ride, which is in its fifth year, come from Whangarei and Auckland. It also attracts locals, including some farmers who enjoy riding their farm bikes in a new environment.”

“After last year’s ride the main rugby field was re-grassed and this year, funds will revamp the club’s second field,” said Maungaturoto

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Jack Williamson has been the student representative on the board of trustees and he was the vice captain of the Otamatea boys first 11 cricket team. After school he plans to do a Zoology course at Otago University and he hopes to, “keep up the good work of last year’s heads, Blair Cullen and Marama Linnell.” Tahlia Howard has been the highest ranked cadet for the Mangawhai division for the past six months and she competed in the national competition last weekend which the Mangawhai Cadets won. She wants to keep her windows of opportunity open after school but one option involves doing her masters through the army.

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Mystery at Midge Bay, a documentary which may rewrite New Zealand’s history books, will hold its premiere at the Kumara Box near Dargaville.

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Writer, historian, and co-producer, Winston Cowie said he and director, David Sims wanted to take an independent look at the shipwreck washed up on the Pouto Peninsula, Cecillia Maria from Portugal being the first in New Zealand, predating Captain Cook’s Endeavour which sunk in 1795. “For years I’d been hearing about Spanish and Portuguese ships being the first European settlers in New Zealand but there was no scientific proof, there was only smoke and David and I wanted to investigate it thoroughly and independently.” He began researching part time in 2008 and sort the help of local historians, Ron Halliday, Al Willcocks, Ian Godfrey, Logan Forrest and Noel Hilliam

who retrieved a piece of the wreck from Midge Bay in 1982. “I chose the Kumara Box to give those of the locals involved and their families the first opportunity to see it. It’s also an iconic spot in Dargaville to host it.” Lawyer at an Auckland law firm by profession, Winston funded the entire project through his and David’s film production company, Solaris Films and hopes that it will be picked up by local and international television stations. It premieres November 17 at 6.30pm with a limited number of seats available. To book email winston@ solarisfilms.co.nz with admission prices of $20 and a meet and greet starting at 5.30pm

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NOVEMBER 13 - 2012

Classics and customs, and chrome… for a cause  by Our Motoring Correspondent

The picturesque town of Maungaturoto, tucked just under the southern lee of the Brynderwyns, is the venue this spring for a celebration of classic vehicles with a difference. Not only is the first annual ‘Wheels on the Field’ event a stunning showcase of customised, classic, rare and unique cars, trucks and bikes, it’s also set against one of the most amazing backdrops imaginable. And, like all the best events of its kind, it brings together lovers of automotive history for a good cause. November 24th will see vehicles from many eras descend on the wide green sports field of Otamatea Christian School, as stalls and amusements, music and hot food create a carnival atmosphere for the whole family. The small local school is a cornerstone of the community, but it receives no special funding from the government… this fun event is being held to raise money for new technology, books, and the other necessities of modern education. When faced with the challenge of running a small country school without the funding (or the school fees) Auckland schools use to raise revenue, the parents at Otamatea devised a way to raise the money by bringing the community together. And there’s one thing that’s

certain about the town of Maungaturoto — its people love a great day out. They also have an affinity for classic steel and chrome — so expect to see gleaming fenders, fins, grilles and airbrushed flames as the classic car and motorcycle enthusiasts of the north turn out to enjoy a day in the spring sunshine, meeting and greeting other fans of automobilia. If you’re into the style of the 50’s era, the power of America’s most iconic muscle cars, the roar of powerful v-twin motorbikes or the refined elegance of European classics, this is an event to mark on your calendar. If you own such a vehicle, come and get involved — there are prizes up for grabs across a number of categories. It’s set to be a great day for Maungaturoto — and a great time for the whole family to enjoy.

Read the paper online www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz M

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 Classic American hot rods like this one will be on show for you to enjoy

New Ford Vehicles for Immediate Delivery If you have an Elders or Farmlands card or are a member of Federated Farmers, ask about a further discount.

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Pre-loved Cars 12 Kuga titaniuM 2.5 turbo, leather trim, high specs, painted lunar sky with delivery km’s only ................................................................................ $44,490 includes oRc 11 Falcon FG XT, painted edge, pre-registered, delivery kms only .........................................................................$36,990 11 Mondeo 2.0 TD Zetec, auto, low kms, driven by co-director ..........................................................Reduced $32,990 11 Mondeo 2.0 TD Zetec, auto, 9,400km, painted morello red, safety plus economy ....................................... $33,990 11 Mondeo 2.3 auto liftback – only 21,700km, driven by Ford executive, huge savings ......................................$27,990 11 teRRitoRy TX AWD 2.7TD, 7 seater, 1 owner, only 31,538km, painted silhouette black, save over $12,000 on new .............................................................................................................................................$47,990 10 Falcon FG XR6, 1 owner, only 22,000km, immaculate, towbar, monsoons etc ............................................$34,990 09 Focus 2.0 Auto, Always popular, painted silver, 75,800km................................................................................$16,990 07 teRRitoRy TX AWD, 2 owners, high kms but great order, tow bar, reverse camera etc ........ Reduced $19,990 07 Mondeo 2.0 Manual, 52,000km, 1 owner, immaculate .......................................................................................$16,990 07 Focus 2.0L Auto, 65,600km, very tidy ....................................................................................................................$13,990 07 Falcon BF11 XT, 1 owner, only 25,000km, reverse camera, painted ego .........................................................$20,990 06 BF Falcon XR6, 2 owners, 141,000km, 6 speed auto, mercury silver .........................................Reduced $13,990 05 teRRitoRy TX AWD, 7 seater, tow bar, 137,000km, painted offshore blue ............................... Reduced $17,990 05 Mondeo 3.0ST, 6 speed manual. 155,000km, performance plus ................................................Reduced $12,990 05 Falcon BAII XR6, 2 owners, well above average...................................................................................................$13,990 04 Falcon BA XR6, red, auto, 162,870km, real nice looker.......................................................................................$12,990 03 Falcon BA XR8, painted venom red, auto, a fine example, well looked after, 81,000km ..........................$20,990 03 Falcon BA XR6, only 120,000km by 2 owners, nice in narooma blue..............................................................$12,990 03 FaiRMont BA Ghia, leather trim etc..........................................................................Really gReat Value $9,990 02 nissan BlueBiRd 1.5, auto, only 52,500km, very tidy...................................................................Reduced $7,990 01 FaiRMont AUII wagon, really great value at ............................................................................................................ $7,990 99 FaiRMont AU Ghia V8 these are hard to find! ....................................................................................................... $8,490 99 laseR 1.8 GLXi, manual, 5 door hatch, 2 local owners, drives great ................................................................... $6,490 99 nissan WingRoad G, silver, manual, 193,123km .................................................................................................$4,990 97 Mondeo 2.0GLX auto liftback, well above average ................................................................................................$4,990

Light Commercials 08 RangeR XL 4WD supercab, flatdeck, towbar, only 45,130km, 1 owner ........................................................... $33,990 04 nissan naVaRa 3.0TD venturer, 4WD, crew cab, 1 owner ...............................................................................$18,990 02 couRieR XL 2WD c/c, nifty red, singlecab ..................................................................................................coMing soon 01 couRieR XLT 2WD flatdeck, great workhorse ........................................................................................................$12,990

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NORTHLAND TOYOTA STAR PERFORMERS:The advertised vehicles are based on Hilux 3.0L Diesel/Turbo SR5 4WD Double Cab manual, Highlander 3.5L 4WD Limited, Rav 4 2.4L Auto 4WD Limited,Yaris 1.3L YR 5 Door Auto Hatch, Corolla Station Wagon 1.5L Manual. All exclude On Road Costs. Subject to stock availability and purchased and delivered prior to 31st December 2012. For full Terms and Conditions visit www.northlandtoyota.co.nz. *5 STAR OFFER: Service Plan is for five year or 75,000km (whichever comes first) scheduled servicing, five free WOF checks, five year or 150,000km (whichever comes first) Bumper to Bumper Platinum Warranty, five year AA roadside assist and $500.00 off the normal price of Toyota Vehicle Insurance, subject to the vehicle being financed with Toyota Financial Services Ltd - terms and conditions apply. ** WEEKLY FIGURES: Weekly figures based on a competitive interest rate, 20% deposit, 60 month term and includes booking fee. Brand new vehicles exclude on road costs. Lending and credit criteria apply. Flexible deposit & terms by negotiation.

Northland Toyota for Quality Used Vehicles 2001 Nissan Maxima Si

$10,990

NZ New, V6, Auto, Tow Bar, Very Tidy

2011 11 Toyota Corolla GX

WEEKLY $68.93

$25,990

2008 To Toyota ta Hilux 2WD D/Cab

1.8 Auto, 9 Airbags, Stability Control, WEEKLY $159.83 Air Cond, 1 Owner, Low Kms

2009 Toyota Previa 2.4L Auto, 8 Seater, NZ New, Climate Air, 3yrs Warranty & 3yrs Free WOF & AA

2003 Holden Commodore 3.8L, V6 Auto, Alloys, Spoiler, Airbags, Low Kms

$34,990 WEEKLY $214.37

$11,990

2007 Toyota Corolla GX

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$24,990

WEEKLY $74.99

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2.7L, Petrol, 10 Seater, NZ New, WEEKLY $153.77 Remote Locking, Tow Bar & More

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2004 Toyota Hilux D/Cab SR5

$27,990

2008 Toyota Aurion Sportivo ZR6

3.0L Diesel Turbo, 5spd, Canopy & Liner, Tow Bar, Roof Racks, Alloys & More

WEEKLY $165.89

3.0L Turbo Diesel, Airbags, ABS, Tow Bar. WEEKLY $171.95 Great example of this sought after model

2010 Toyota Hilux SRS

$44,990

2006 Toyota Landcruiser VX Ltd

3.0L, T/D, Auto, Front, Side & Curtain Air Bags, Cruise Control

2005 Toyota Hiace Minibus

1.8L, Auto, Airbags, Alloys, NZ New, Air Cond, Remote Locking ing

WEEKLY $274.97

Leather, 4WD, Auto, NZ New, Tow Bar. Great Tow Wagon

$69,990 WEEKLY $424.66

3.5L, V6, Auto, Leather, Reverse Camera, Climate Air & More

2011 11 Toyota L/Cruiser Prado VX 3.0L, T/D, 4WD, 7 Seater, Low Kms, 1 Owner

$27,990 WEEKLY $171.95

$72,990 WEEKLY $442.71

USED: *Figures based on 25% deposit. 36 months classic finance, subject to Toyota Financial Services credit criteria. Payments include establishment fee of $350.

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AFTER HOURS: Barrie 021 867 093 | David 027 284 4456 | Jason 021 662 100

www.northlandtoyota.co.nz

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

Serious fun for a new generation  by Our Motoring Correspondent

Kiwi offroad riders are among the best in the world, and one of the big reasons for the success of our motocross and extreme sports champions is that we start ‘em young. All across the nation kids get their first taste of offroad thrills thanks to machines like the Polaris Outlaw 90 and Outlaw 50 ATVs, progressing to bigger and more powerful quads and two-wheelers as their skills grow. ATV quads especially are a huge part of our rural lifestyle — the backbone of modern farming as well as recreational fun. Polaris have developed their juniorsized Outlaw range with enjoyment and safety first and foremost in mind, providing the perfect way for mums and dads to introduce their kids to the excitement of offroad riding while also offering peace of mind and practical economy. The Outlaw 90 sits at the top of the model range in power, sporting a gutsy four stroke power plant connected to a smooth automatic transmission with reverse gear as standard. Riders from 12 years of age will find the Outlaw 90 to be an easy-to-ride but engaging machine —

lightweight and manoeuvrable but with enough get up and go to make keeping up with Dad’s big Polaris Sportsman a breeze on those family adventure rides. To help ease new riders into the skills of handling an ATV, there’s even an adjustable limiter which parents can set, and visibility features such as daytime running lights and a flexible flag antenna make the Outlaw safe and secure. Like its bigger brother, the Outlaw 50 is designed for a smooth ride (thanks to clever long-travel rear suspension) and makes the perfect introductory ATV for kids 6 and older. Both machines come with a helmet and a simple to follow instructional DVD to make sure that budding off road stars gain confidence and stay safe.

NOVEMBER 13 - 2012

Nature’s design reels in the big ones We all know that the shape of a shark works well when it comes to catching fish — the hungry predators of the ocean aren’t known for their lack of appetite, and they have been honed into swift hunters by millions of years of evolution. Similarly, the Predator kontiki (a favourite of Kiwi anglers) has been fettled and engineered to perfection over the years, developing into the sleek and deadly system seen today. That’s because it’s the passionate project of a group of New Zealand fishermen who really know their stuff — a team who promise you years of fun and successful catches with the latest iteration of their creation. With up to 54 pounds of thrust from its motor, controlled by both an innovative power management system and with the option of an advanced ‘autopilot’, the Predator is made to slice through the waves, handling the rough conditions of the west coast when other rigs would fail. Even snags and foul-ups are avoided with an inbuilt safety system to protect the motor.

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www.polarisindustries.co.nz

NOVEMBER 13 - 2012

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Kaipara Service Directory ATS PROPERTY MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

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• Fences & Repairs • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Kitchen/Bathroom Fit Outs • Wet Wall Lining • Water Blasting & Chemical Washes • Windows & Latches • Plus Much More

• Engagement Portraits • Weddings • Family Portraits

Mike Collins

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www.esthetica.co.nz

phone: 09

021 22 33 470

Pick Up & Delivery Service Available Conditions apply

LOCAL D E A LE R S F O R :

439 6880

Floor Sanding Greg Brownie

Locally owned and operated • Floor restoration • New floors sanded and coated

• Prepwork • Concrete grinding

Quality workmanship guaranteed 3 Parore St, Dargaville • PH 09 439 8881

Specialists in Skin Health Skin Rejuvenation Permanent Hair Reduction Anti-aging Treatments All aspects of beauty therapy

8 Portland Street Dargaville

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Covering the Kaipara! Cell 0274 557 750

C H A I N S AW S & M OW E R S

web:

Phone 027 439 7565 or 439 7564

Les Sweeney Builders

Phone / Fax: 09 439 7172 E: dargaville@laserelectrical.co.nz www.dargaville.laserelectrical.co.nz

• Audio Visual • Domestic Wiring • Lighting Shop • Security / CCTV Systems • Heat Pumps • Refrigeration • Repairs & Maintenance • Cowshed Electrical Systems • Air Conditioning / Ventilation

Lyn’s Cake Creations Cakes for all occasions no job too big or too small

• New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions

Phone Lyn

09 439 0751 www.lynscakecreations.com

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

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Tile Installation Specialists www.tiletex.co.nz 66a Victoria St Dargaville

CONTROL CROP, GUN & PASTURE SPRAYING All Enquiries Welcome

CONTACT STEVE SLACK

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Showroom Open Monday / Friday 9.00am / 4.00pm

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027 6689908

227 Rodney Street, Wellsford 0940

Phone: (09) 423 9060 Fax: (09) 423 9061

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 20 November 2012 edition is 10am, Monday 19 November 2012. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz For Sale

For Sale

Nurseries & Plants

½ PRICE Beds — Beds & More Outlet Store, Ruawai. Clearance lines, seconds, deleted models. Dozens of beds at ½ price or less. 22 Freyberg Road, Ruawai. Phone 09 439 2243. Open Monday — Friday 8am — 4pm. ½ PRICE Beds — Beds & More Outlet Store, Ruawai. Clearance lines, seconds, deleted models. Dozens of beds at ½ price or less. 22 Freyberg Road, Ruawai. Phone 09 439 2243. Open Monday — Friday 8am — 4pm. 2005 SR5 Hilux Ute. 153,500km, delux nudge bar, canopy, tuff deck, tow bar, driving lights, bonnet protector, always serviced $28,950 ONO Phone 09 439 6733. BACK 2 WOOD Demolition. For your renovation needs. Servicing Northland — Auckland. Specialising in Windows, Doors & Ranchsliders. Also Kitchens, Vanities, Roofing & More. www.back2wood.co.nz Phone 09 408 7163 or 0800 109 877.

TENTS, LAY-BY now for Christmas, Inders Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.

WHOLESALE PRICES direct to the public. Native and coastal tolerant plants are available from Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd. Make the most of the spring planting season and purchase in bulk. Great discounts for purchases of 50 plants or more. Delivery service available. Open Saturdays 10am to 4pm. Located at 1246 Babylon Coast Road, Dargaville. Enquiries welcome, phone 09 439 4223.

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• RICH & DARK • NO STINK! • EXCELLENT SOIL BOOSTER 40 L bags Sold at Dargaville ITM 09 439 8730 BULK $70 per m³ Sold at 103 Beach Road Call Bernie 09 439 6785

CARPET, SHORT ends $89p/m +gst, 2m wide vinyl from $39p/m +gst. Call Christine at Kaipara Flooring 09 946 9886 or 021 515 415. DRIVE BELTS Check for worn belts, replace now. Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219. GAS BBQs, lights and cookers, available from Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.

THOR MX gear 2013 range in store at Dargaville Honda now. Plus get up to 40% OFF old Thor stock! Phone 09 439 1089.

WATER TANKS, PUMPS & SEPTIC TANKS Not sure what you’re after? Get the right advice, all at the right price at Plumbing and Heating Centre — sales and installation —

09 439 6123

0800 326 123

102 Jervois Street, Dargaville Advertise in the Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

09 439 6933

Got2Go Got2Go Plants Plants

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WEEKEINCDE Flaxes, shelter, landscaping, some free! Open 9–4pm Sat–Sun

Closed 21 Nov–30 Nov 55 West Coast Rd, Te Kopuru

09 439 5556

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

NOVEMBER 13 - 2012

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 20 November 2012 edition is 10am, Monday 19 November 2012. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Situations Vacant

Property Maintenance

Wanted

DAIRY/CAFE/TAKEAWAYS part time rostered position, must have experience, must be mature reliable and honest. Opening and weekend work. Call or TXT Jo 027 288 2958.

ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting• Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone/fax 09 439 8628. Cell 027 455 7750.

OLD FIREARMS or parts and militaria items. Phone evening Derek or Kelly 09 439 4323.

WANTED CAREGIVER part time for tetraplegic 40yr old. Experience preferred but training given. Showering, toileting and some housework. Must be extremely reliable, able to lift, have own transport, references essential. Excellent remuneration. Start mid December. Ph 0272 812 434 or 03 319 6676.

Administration/Accounts Due to the expansion of our business we now are in the position to offer employment in our Accounts Department. Experience needed in General Administration, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Banking, Filing, Invoicing. Experience with MYOB would be an advantage but not essential as training is provided. We are looking for someone who can work within a team environment, has good time management skills and can offer flexibility. Part time. Please send your CV to: Northsouth MultiMedia Limited PO Box 474, Dargaville Or email: accounts@thelifestyler.co.nz Phone 09 439 6933

OFFAL HOLES 750 dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $385.00 Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. SEMI-RETIRED, GARDEN maintenance, painting, small carpentry work, house hand wash, paint-stripping back to wood windows etc. Long experience, available now, good rate. Phone Robert 027 423 1166. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Work Wanted BLOCK LAYING and solid plastering. No job too small or big. Good rates. Phone John 09 431 5539 or 022 081 5317.

Ruawai 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

Public Notices

DHS YEAR 9 ENROLMENTS FOR 2013 - REMINDER

Garage Sale

A reminder to all parents/caregivers that are enrolling Year 9 students at Dargaville High School for the 2013 year, please have your completed enrolment form handed into the school office by the 11th December 2012. Thank you.

CARBOOT SALE Saturday 8th December. Sites available. AD Focus carpark. From 8am-12noon Phone Debra 09 439 8824 or 021 549 427.

To Let 3 BDRM + office, basement garage, views of river, $250.00p/w, long term rental. Open Home viewing 17th and 18th November, 10am – 2pm, 15 Park Rd, Dargaville. Phone Heather 0277 368 490 or 09 627 9170, Maungaturoto.

Plunket St, Dargaville P 09 439 7229 E office@darghigh.schoolzone.net.nz

Public Notices

invite you to their 40th birthday

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

29th Nov 2012 — 5 to 7pm

KAIHU VALLEY RFC

AGM

Thursday 15th November 2012 at the Club Rooms 7:30pm

OPEN NIGHT Refreshments available

— Original works by talented local artists — Friday 30th and weekdays 10am-4pm Saturday 1st and 8th 10am-1pm

Kaipara

Community Health Trust

AGM

21 November 2012 5:30pm Lifestyler House, River Rd

Phone Debz Evans 439 5050

104 Victoria St Dargaville

Read the paper online www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

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

Work Wanted ALL GRADES OF SCRAP METAL WANTED

DARGAVILLE

RIVERSIDE T PR ODUCE MARKE

Beach Road Dargaville Monday-Friday 8-5 Sat-Sun 8-3

Thursdays 2.00-5.30pm AD Focus Carpark, Dargaville Fresh & Local

Work with your local licensed dealer

Hospice Kaipara Inc

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

Little River Transport Ltd

Phone 09 439 4940

DARGAVILLE

RIVERSIDE PRODUCE MARKET

AGM

20th November 2012

Public Notices

GASFITTERS Craftsman gas fitters available.

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

Conference Room, Dargaville Community Health Building, Dargaville Hospital, Awakino Road, Dargaville 10.15 am With refreshments after AGM

0800 326 123

Plumbing and Heating Centre 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

AGM

Southern Rugby Club Will be held at the

Clubrooms Pouto Rd, Te Kopuru Wed 28th Nov, 8pm Nominations for committee close at 5pm, Tues 20th Nov with the secretary

Phone: 09 439 1827

DHS SCHOOL CLOSURE Half day — 20th November 2012

We have received formal notification from the PPTA (under Section 26 of the Employments Relation Act) that all Secondary Schools will be closing for a Union Meeting on Tuesday 20th November 2012. We therefore wish to advise that Dargaville High School will be closed from 12.00 midday. School buses will be running at normal times and students who remain at school will be supervised in the school library. NCEA external examinations will continue to run as normal and the school will not be closed for seniors taking examinations. The school will re-open as normal on Wednesday 21st November 2012. We apologise for any inconvenience that this may cause and thank you for your co-operation.

NOVEMBER 13 - 2012

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CAR OF THE MONTH IDEAL TRADESMAN’S WAGON

0800 347 483 2005 Holden Commodore SV8 VZ Ute, 5700cc, Automatic, Roof Racks and Alloy Wheels

JONO SAYS “COME IN AND MAKE US AN OFFER!” 2008 Toyota Corolla 1.8P GX .........................$9,995 Hatchback, 1798cc, 6 Speed Manual 2008 Honda Accord V6 L Sedan .................$21,995 3471cc, VCM 5 Speed Auto, Leather Trim 2008 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4 .............ARRIVING SOON Doublecab, Auto, Canopy, Running boards, Alloys 2006 Landcruiser 70 Series 4x4 ................$37,495 Toyota L.C. Diesel, Flat Deck 2005 Daihatsu Delta........... Serious Offers $17,000 Tipper, 2800cc, Manual, Drive on Car Licence 2008 Ford Roadster 27T ..............................$43,000 Hot Rod, 5700cc, Automatic, Less than 1,000 miles 2010 Holden SS ............................................$39,995 Sedan, AFM Facelift model in black 2000 Toyota Hilux 4x4 .................................$17,495 D-Cab, 2.7L, Petrol, Canopy, Bull Bar, Alloy Wheels 2008 Holden Commodore VE Omega....... ARRIVING Alloys, Spoiler, Only 56,000km, One Owner .......... SOON

Marcel Motors LTD

142 Victoria Street, Dargaville Phone 09 439 7399 www.marcelmotors.co.nz

2006 Toyota Hilux Cab Plus 4x4 ....ARRIVING SOON Flatdeck, Diesel Turbo, Manual 1998 Nissan Camper ................Offers over $60,000 Motorhome 7–7.9m, Diesel, Self Contained Certificate 2003 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide ............. $14,995 100th Anniversary, Strictly limited edition... $4,000 deposit 2004 Toyota RAV4 ........................................$16,995 RV-SUV, 101,450km, 2362cc, Automatic 2007 Hyundai Tucson 2.0 Manual ..............$19,995 Economical and spacious 6 speed, 4WD, diesel 2000 Nissan Navara Single Cab 4x2 ............$6,995 Ute, 2700cc, Diesel, 5 Speed Manual, Canopy, R/Rack 2006 Holden Crewman cross6 ....................$21,495 $21,495 Ute, 133,400km, 3565cc, Automatic, AWD 2008 Toyota Hilux 3.0 4x4 ................................SOLD Diesel, Bull Bars, Flat Deck, Alloys, Running Boards

Jono 022 500 5035 Marcel Junior 021 504 487

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