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p Dargaville Primary School students turned out in spots for a special mufti day last Friday; all in support of melanoma awareness and to raise money for the cause. They and their educators want to promote a positive message as we come into summer. Slip, slop, slap and wrap to stay sun-safe, and stick to the shade in the hottest part of the day. All money raised from this event will go toward preventing melanoma and seeking a cure.

Citizens’ group voice concerns u by Andy Bryenton

A group of Mangawhai residents have banded together to express their concerns about the new development taking shape midway between the heads and village.

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Mangawhai Matters is the name of this alliance of residents, who wish to see sustainable growth that preserves the environment, character and infrastructural capacities of the town. “Even in its original consented form the development will, for better or worse, have a significant and permanent effect on the whole of Mangawhai,” says group spokesperson, Carol Lloyd.

“The developer is pursuing a private plan change (PPC78) that will effectively rewrite the planning rules and add a whole new high-density town between the heads and the village.” It represents the biggest development in the history of the Kaipara. “As such, it presents problems and challenges as well as growth opportunities.

“The council also needs to be able to develop a transparent and comprehensive Long Term Plan that outlines what works, amenities and services will be provided to ensure that the new town can be absorbed into the wider Mangawhai community,” say Mangawhai Matters members. continued on page 5 …

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p Ruawai College students celebrated their final Top Form inter-house sporting competition last week. “We hold the event twice a year,” says the principal’s personal assistant Tyla O’Sullivan. “At the beginning of the year, it is a fantastic ice breaker for the new students. At the end of the year, it is a farewell to the senior students, prior to study leave and graduation. It is the final opportunity to earn House points, contributing to the highly sought-after House Shield. Activities included basketball shoot, foam sponge pass, frisbee throw and mini-tramp jumps. Students compete in their form classes, all vying to be the best. The afternoon was enjoyed by all, thanks to our Head of Learning Physical Education teacher Kay Smith.“

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A walking track winner

Hapu looks to the future

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Mangawhai Tracks Charitable Trust stalwart, Dr Gordon Hoskings, has been awarded for his work in improving public access to the outdoors by the Walking Access Commission, as it calls for new nominations for the coming year.

A hui organised by Te Uri o Hau at Te Arai last week saw more than 90 guests and stakeholders attending to hear the future aspirations outlined in its Building Pathways initiative.

Dr Hosking was named an Outdoor Access Champion earlier this year. However, the process was interrupted by the Covid-19 emergency, and he is to receive his award at a local event in early December. The awards have been running since 2013 to recognise significant contributions to public access to the outdoors. That might include building new tracks and trails, securing new legal access, or championing public rights of access. Dr Hosking says he “feels pretty humbled at being singled out for an award that really belongs to the 40odd Trackies who slave away every Friday morning building tracks in the Mangawhai environs. It is a privilege to work with such a dedicated group with all the benefits that accrue, both social and physical, while developing walking tracks for the wider community. “The Trackies are never short of the skills needed for any new challenge. Engineers, contractors, farmers, planners and just lots of Kiwi common sense and know-how. Our immediate focus is to complete a 500m boardwalk through the mangroves connecting the currently no exit Back Bay walkway back to Molesworth Drive.”

p The team at Nga Uri o Hau Native Nursery will be growing more than two million native plants within the next two to five years

The event was to present future aspirations for the Nga Uri o Hau Native Nursery based at Te Arai. It will move from a not-for-profit model to a commercially sustainable business entity. It was established by the hapu in 2016 as part of TUOH’s Project Mahuhu. TUOH chair, Antony Thompson, in his opening statement touched on the revitalisation of the hapu as an entirety. “The Te Uri o Hau you see here — is a revitalised Te Uri o Hau. In the last two to five years, there has been a much younger board than most. “In a new vision, we’re starting to look more at people, places and performance. Covid changed the way we communicate and the infrastructure

p Outdoor Access winner, Dr Gordon Hoskings

Meanwhile, a local Maungaturoto meeting aimed at establishing a new walking track adjacent to the town’s 150th-anniversary wharf will be held this week to explore funding for utilising an existing resource consent for a riverside promenade. For award nominations, go to walkingaccess.govt.nz/outdoor-accesschampion-awards. ¢

at the marae. There’s been a change of mindset from reactive to proactive,” Mr Thompson said. The trust aims to expand the nursery enterprise to an annual production of more than two million native plants. It plans to employ more full-time staff and introduce on-site training in conjunction with NorthTec. The nursery will operate under the hapu-owned entity Renaissance Group. The trust’s CEO, Jonathan Rishworth, reiterated the importance of the Kaipara Harbour and lamented degradation of its environment. “That is their heart,” he said. “It’s never about the person. “Everyone is here because of the wairua (spirit).” ¢

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Bringing Pasifika to Dargaville u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville High School students won’t let Covid put a dent in their cultural celebration of Pasifika. The school’s thirdannual Fia Fia Night was set back by the lockdowns and social distancing concerns, but now returns for October 30 as a festival of music, dance and artistic expression. With many social, cultural and entertainment programs in disarray following a tumultuous year, this will be Northland’s only such Pasifika cultural festival for 2020. However, the decision was made by both students and teachers to push on and capitalise on the practice they’ve already put in. That includes traditional dance and cultural performances from our neighbours in the Pacific, with examples including Tonga, Samoa and the Cook Islands. “It’s a family event, and something new to experience here in Dargaville,” says Semisi, a year 12 student, part of the group of 16 who are helping present Fia Fia Night in collaboration with their educators. Arranged in segments, which range from duos to large ensemble performances, the event promises to be both a visual and musical spectacle that is suitable for the

whole family. Some Dargaville locals may be familiar with the dance and music of the Pacific Islands, while for others, this will be a new and exciting experience. With many of the nations represented off-limits for tourism right now, it’s good to appreciate a cultural outreach and the spirit of friendship between our countries. New Zealand itself is, after all, a chain of Pacific Islands itself. Pasifika culture is now widely appreciated as part of the rich tapestry that makes up the Kiwi way of life. “Enjoy some refreshments, learn about the culture of our closest neighbours in the Pacific, and enjoy the show,” said the student and teacher organisers. Doors open at 6pm, at the Dargaville High School auditorium this Friday, with a $5 cover charge for entry.

Quiz season boosts charities u by Andy Bryenton

Curly questions and tricky answers come together this month as quiz night arrives in Dargaville, courtesy of the combined charitable groups that comprise the Whanau Focus Centre. Meanwhile, there’s more quiz action on offer as the Maungaturoto RSA hosts an afternoon of trivia and trick questions for its town. With a range of social support services working from one central hub, the Whanau Focus Centre has had a busy year. Manager Rachael Ashford says that this community event is a great chance to boost their coffers before the holiday season. All proceeds are going toward their work advocating for families, the elderly positive parenting and youth mentoring. “We’ll be hosting our quiz night at the Dargaville Club on October 30, and challenging local clubs, businesses, teams and groups to field teams of six people. The cost, of $60 per table, will go directly to our community work. The event is at the Dargaville Club, and quiz teams can call 021 973 871 to book.” Meanwhile, the Maungaturoto RSA offers another brain-teasing challenge, this time on November 1 at 4pm. Along with prizes to be won for the

‘heart of the Kaipara’ town’s biggest brains, there will be spot prizes, live musical interludes and plenty of fun as legendary quizmaster Captain G puts on his top hat to lead the festivities. Once again, this is a great way to support a vital local institution, as all proceeds go directly to the RSA. Put together a team and enter for just a gold coin donation each contestant at the door. ¢

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Citizens’ group voice concerns “This plan must be costed and show clearly how and when the programme will be rolled out and financed. Is the developer going to fund the offsite community works as they are implemented, or are the residents going to be burdened with another sewage funding debacle?” Mangawhai Matters has reviewed all early community submissions, and several members have jointly lodged a comprehensive submission document. The aim of the submission is to clearly identify and assess the core issues that need to be addressed during the planning process. The group has focussed mainly on character, infrastructure, community engagement and finances. However, they remain steadfast in their belief that the wishes of the community must be heard during the plan change process. Council sources say that the forthcoming Long Term Plan will address many concerns. “Along with the Private Plan Change process, which specifically deals with the proposed Mangawhai Central development, the Long Term Plan process offers the entire community a chance to have their say on the areas the council will be focussing on across the next 10 years,” says the KDC’s communications liaison. “The Long Term Plan looks at current infrastructure, what needs repair, upgrades and changes, alongside growth projection, to ensure we’re supporting growth when it occurs. It also looks holistically at the district,

Six decades of friendship

u by Andy Bryenton

Two important local clubs which have given rise to many lifelong friendships joined forces to celebrate a significant milestone in Dargaville last week.

p Progress should be tempered with prudence, say Mangawhai Matters, as construction proceeds on schedule for Mangawhai Central’s new development

what areas or communities need support, how we look to manage and address that alongside the balance of financial impacts on current and future ratepayers.” “We want to engage with our communities on the LTP and have started the process of early engagement running sessions in Paparoa, Dargaville and Mangawhai. More information, plus further events around the Long Term Plan (including timeframes) can be found at kaipara. govt.nz/ltp where a survey is currently open, collecting peoples’ thoughts on what we should focus on for the next 10 years.” Hearings regarding the plan change for Mangawhai Central are scheduled for late November. ¢

The Northern Wairoa Social Club was turning 60. Their good friends and allies, the Northern Wairoa Settlers Club, were invited along as the cake was cut and some golden memories shared. The social club dates back to the early 1960s, a time when rural life in New Zealand could be isolating; an era before the internet or even full telephone coverage in some places. Social clubs like the well-attended one in Dargaville provided a chance to get together with like-minded individuals, compare stories, share smart ideas and halve the burden of worries. They wove, as it’s said proverbially, ‘the tapestry of society’. Thus, it’s no surprise that many firm friendships grew out of both the Northern Wairoa Social Club and the Northern Wairoa Settlers Club. Many of those who attended the early meetings of the club are still active today and attended Saturday’s festivities. The delicious cake baked for the event was courtesy of 96-year-old Leila Tibitts, who has regularly donated her culinary artistry for the club’s events. The honour of the first slice went to 101-year-old Claire Robertson. Social club spokesperson, Adrienne Kohler, says that the meetings of both groups

p Claire Robertson cuts the cake to celebrate 60 years of fellowship

provide a great chance to mix, mingle and have a good time. “The two organisations meet twice a year for lunch to maintain their links with each other and the Northern Wairoa area. New members are warmly welcomed; call us on 021 0257 9773 to get involved!” ¢

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Treats without the scares Community to u by Andy Bryenton

This October 31 there’s an alternative to monsters, vampires and werewolves in Dargaville. A ‘grand circus’ themed light party is being thrown to deliver all the sweets, treats and entertainment without the fake blood and spiders.

p Building on their success — last year’s fun alternative October 31 party featured a Toy Story theme, this year it’s the fun of the circus

Some younger children especially are more frightened and confused by the horror-themed imagery of Halloween than entertained. Acknowledging this, and wanting all children to have a place where they can have fun, the Lighthouse Church and Cool Bananas have been hosting entertaining shows and parties on the last day of October for several years now. This year, they’ve decided to go bigger than ever. “We have decided on a circus theme, which gives kids all kinds of options for non-scary costumes and

fancy dress. We will have a candy floss machine, bouncy castle, circus performers, games, sideshows, food for sale, and of course plenty of lollies and prizes,” says co-organiser Marion McEwing. She reiterates that this light party is an event for the whole family and all ages, without any horror-themed scares, just good fun. The event runs from 6pm to 8pm on Saturday, October 31. Gold coin koha entry is all that’s required, and if you’d like to confirm a large family booking, please call 027 459 4518. ¢

celebrate dementia build u by Paul Campbell

The long-awaited 14-bed dementia unit of the Riverview Rest Home at Maungaturoto is now a workplace for plumbers and electricians, among other trades, as a building in its own right, as organisers look to a community celebration ‘roof shout.’ “The roof is well and truly on, and the windows are going in as we speak,” said Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust chair, Graham Slatter. The $3.9 million project has become a reality, and the trust wants to say ‘thanks’ for the huge community fundraising effort. The event set for November 21 is expected to begin with a site visit and inspection followed by a function at the Maungaturoto Country Club. “This invitation applies to the p Members of the Maungaturoto Charitable Community Trust: Rear l/r: Don McKay, Graham Slatter, Jamie Ewen. wider Otamatea area and further Front: Alison Robinson, Paula Mooney and Nona Rogers afield as support has been outstanding over the past few years.” at the country club will be former board Funding for the unit involved a members, funding organiser Albie Paton, community-wide fundraising effort the Maungaturoto Op Shop, the ladies until the government Provincial Growth who organised the Dahlias for Dementia Fund contributed $1.75 million, which garden tour, the town breakfasts, the gave certainty of completion. The Rapid Relief Team and many, many unit is the first in a planned four- more supporters.” stage development, including a rest The unit, when complete, will cater to home renovation and extension and local care, instead of patients being sent ultimately a hospital operating 24/7. out of their community as is currently “Among guests at the community event the case. ¢

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A train to Donnellys

u by Brian Eastwood

More than 100 excited train lovers arrived at Auckland Railway Station early one Saturday morning in March 1959. They had come from as far away as Wellington, Gisborne and New Plymouth to take part in a special Northland train journey. It would be a 484-kilometre round trip that took them to Donnellys Crossing, the small village 40 kilometres north of Dargaville. Rumour, later proving to be wellfounded, had whispered that Donnellys Crossing Line was about to be closed. For those people using the train to get to town from the 14 little wayside stations on the 36-kilometre line, closure would be a huge change of lifestyle. For railway enthusiasts, this was probably the last chance to ride the rails to Donnellys. Samuel S Green, himself once a farmer at Donnellys, was now mayor of Dargaville. None were more concerned about the threatened closure than he was. Respectfully known as Sammy and perhaps less respectfully as ‘Steam Ship Green’, no one was fighting harder to keep the service running. With station master, Mr R J Thomas, he was on the platform at Dargaville station to welcome the excursion train as it clattered into town. Mr Green travelled on the train to Donnellys Crossing. A reporter from the New Zealand Herald’s publication The Weekly News was also a passenger on the way north. Later, he wrote: ‘At Mamaranui, all the

members of the bowling club waved their panamas and cheered as the train went by.’ As it puffed past little wayside stations and farmhouses, many locals watched and wondered. At Kaihu, one of the biggest towns in the district, the train came to a brief stop. Storekeeper Les Morfett reckoned that in all of his 14 years in business at Kaihu this was his biggest day. After buying most of his stock of ice cream and soft drinks, the crowd left for the final destination of Donnellys Crossing, seven hours after leaving Auckland Central. They steamed back into that city at 10.30pm that night. Almost exactly four months later, the rumours became facts. On July 17 1959, Donnellys Branch Line was officially closed, ending 40 years of service. A trainload of 200 excited children from Donnellys, Aranga, Tutamoe and Mamaranui schools made the last trip from Donnellys into Dargaville. So ended a much-appreciated and valued service. Many were the stories and tales of the train and of those men who ran it. Men such as R Robinson station master, HF Baker driver, B Parangi fireman, J Mitchell guard and J Rahui surface man. Most storied of all was long-time guard Claude Soar,

p The train from Dargaville has reached the end of the line at Donnellys Crossing, 9th January 1957

remembered for his friendly nature and helpful ways. It was said he would stop the train at a farmhouse between stations especially for a heavily-laden shopper and would even wait for patrons to emerge from the Dargaville and Kaihu pubs. Much to the dismay of Mayor Green, within a year the line was torn up, some sold to the Ministry of Works, some to Portland Cement Works and some as scrap. Green had visions of a tourist venture on the train to Donnellys and so bring visitors to town. In 2020, it doesn’t seem such a wild idea now that the successful Dargaville Rail and River Company runs its self-

drive small rail cars to Tangowahine and Waiotira. A train to Donnellys Crossing would pass through some pleasant scenery and be within a few kilometres of Trounson Park, Omamari Lakes, Omamari Beach, Maunganui Bluff and Waipoua Forest. In 1991, a popular tourist attraction, Nelson’s Kaihu Kauri Gallery, was opened near Kaihu. Many of the embankments and cuttings of the old track can still be seen, and at least two bridges are still usable. Could it have been a project for the Shane Jones’ Provincial Growth Fund to resurrect or is it too late? Perhaps Samuel S Green was a thinker ahead of his time. ¢

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PHONE 0800 466 793

Phone 09 439 3342 or 09 439 3340 Victoria & Totara Streets

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

3 Parore St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 8881

Caring for our community Atawhai Tia Te Takiwa

www.dargmed.co.nz

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09 439 8164 NWRSA@NORTHERNWAIROARSA.CO.NZ

GARY MORRIS LICENSED REAA2008

M: 021 902 087 | E: gary@fnkaipara.co.nz W: www.roperandjones.co.nz

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OctOber 27 - 2020

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Meet the new lifesaver

Get involved this Movember

u by Andy Bryenton

November is just around the corner, and that means the start of another month of men’s health awareness, fun fundraisers and the growing of many moustaches for Movember. “Our work in mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer has never been more important — and we’ve never needed you more.” That’s the message from Movember organisers this year, as the monthlong campaign for better men’s health doubles down on its message of support, early detection and looking out for your friends. Around the country, hundreds of upper lips will be shaved clean on Saturday, October 31, with the challenge to grow a distinguished moustache through the month. Others will ditch their ordinarily hirsute facial style, taking the razor to long-established moustaches and beards for charity. You can either get sponsored to grow or lose your moustache by friends, workmates or family or donate to a fellow mobro’s efforts. Others may choose to donate directly by visiting nz.movember. com/donate. Then, there are special events around the country, which

support the cause. You’ll find a bright blue show of solidarity right here in your local newspaper, as we donate to the Movember effort along with the gratefully-received assistance of our business community. There’s more. Register a team of three and get on the green for the 2020 Mo Master golf challenge at nz.movember.com/get-involved/ mo-masters. Saddle up your motorcycle with mates and complete a ‘gentleman’s ride’ in the spirit of the distinguished gentleman’s motorcycle rally. Alternatively, host a mo day at work. Suitable comedy fake moustaches for the ladies are available at most novelty shops. It’s all in good fun, but it’s also for a very good cause. New Zealand continues to lead the world in men’s suicide statistics. This year everything from television documentaries to news articles to extra mental health funding has been mobilised to stop this alarming trend. Give a little, do your part, and support your mo bros this Movember.

When swimming or surfing at Baylys Beach this year, you might see a brand new addition to the surf lifesaving team out on the sand.

p Ready to roll out — Can-Am looks great in surf lifesaving livery and is set to assist in the vital work of our local beach heroes

The one-of-a-kind ‘beach ambulance’ is a rapid response vehicle based on the Can-Am Defender platform. It’s deployed thanks to Northland Motor Sports in Dargaville, helping the Baylys Beach Surf Lifesavers. With a large area of coast to cover and the chance for emergencies to occur far from medical support, a fast response vehicle on the sand was seen to be as big of an asset as the surf lifesavers’ inflatable rescue boat in the water. Anthony West, Nigel Randell and the team at Northland Motor Sports felt the longer wheelbase 4x4 Defender would fit the bill, and volunteered its services to assist the lifesavers on patrol.

Decked out in custom yellow and red livery over white, the ‘beach ambulance’ is equipped with a carrying deck suitable for a stretcher or life-saving floatation and medical equipment. There is room for two surf lifesavers, extra grip tyres to conquer the sand and even flashing red strobe lights. “We wanted to do something positive for the community and get the CanAm brand out there, affiliated with good works,” say the Northland Motor Sports team. “It’s a very capable machine, and it should serve our local surf lifesavers well. We’re proud to put it at their service.” ¢

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TK DIGGERS 027 432 0588 tkdiggers@gmail.com

Ph: 09 439 7270 • CNR Edward & Normanby St. Dargaville

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KAURI COAST CARE HOME & HOSPITAL 102 HOKIANGA RD, DARGAVILLE CALL HONEY MARSH 09 439 6367

021 439 157

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17 GLADSTONE ST, DARGAVILLE

CALL 09 439 8868

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NORTHLAND Jason Williamson 027 499 2530

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NEW LISTING

Dargaville 46 Tirarau Street

Dargaville 94 Parore Street

Solid investment - perfect first home A solid home close to handy amenities and all level of schooling. Inside, this sunny home boasts three bedrooms, a bathroom with separate toilet and a great kitchen. The living area offers plenty of versatility, with a heat pump and fire-place promising year-round comfort. The home is also insulated in the ceiling and under floor which add to the warmth of the home. The fully fenced 943sqm section is big enough for the adults to entertain and the kids to run around.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Lisa Pocklington 021 121 8419 lisa.pocklington@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

Cute and cosy

Located in a quite cul-de-sac this home has so much to offer. The property is surprising spacious and consist of one bedroom, separate lounge area, kitchen and the bathroom which hosts the laundry. Fully fenced and has its own parking pad which is large enough to fit a vehicle and trailer. Currently the home is tenanted and the tenant is happy to stay on if given the option. Call me today to arrange a private viewing.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Lisa Pocklington 021 121 8419 lisa.pocklington@bayleys.co.nz

MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

bayleys.co.nz/1020557

bayleys.co.nz/1020554

OPEN HOME

NEW LISTING

Baylys Beach 46 Sunset Drive

Arapohue 23 Bee Bush Road

Stylish sea side living

Designed and constructed with families in mind, this large brick and tile home boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open-plan living/dining/family area and the added convenience of a separate lounge. The home also has double glazed and tinted windows throughout. Intelligent heating solutions (including two heat pumps, a Smart Vent/HVS system along with being completely insulated including the garage door) contribute to the warm and inviting ambience, along with excellent indoor/outdoor flow.

Price by Negotiation View 2-3pm Sat 31 Oct or by appointment Lisa Pocklington 021 121 8419 lisa.pocklington@bayleys.co.nz

bayleys.co.nz/1020559

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MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

Bare land with great views 5.2 hectares of land within minutes from the local township of Dargaville. Situated with elevated views, the property overlooks beautiful rural land extending out to picturesque mountains. The perfect spot for your dream house to be built or to be utilised as a run off.

bayleys.co.nz/1020553

Asking Price $239,000 View by appointment Lisa Pocklington 021 121 8419 lisa.pocklington@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

OctOber 27 - 2020

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D r J ens Duehr Chi ropractor

DARGAVILLE Be well • Live well • Naturally

Whangarei 09 438 7038

PH: 021 145 6254

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Dargaville 09 439 8415

Wellsford 09 423 8674

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37 Normanby Street, Dargaville Phone: 09 439 8266 www.fostershd.co.nz

Phone: 09 439 7335 Normanby Street, Dargaville

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Phone 24/7: 439 6532 | 34 Beach Road, Dargaville

CONTRACT FENCING

PETER BLACKWELL

021 295 9647

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Office: 09 439 8048 | Fax: 09 437 5796 Email: office@morrisandmorris.co.nz 15 Gladstone Street, Dargaville, 0310, PO Box 8043, Kensington 0145, Whangarei

Jaques Four Square

No 1, Kaiwaka Mangawhai Rd Kaiwaka Ph 09 431 2227

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Grant Tregidga Builders Ltd

PH 021 245 3399 | A/H 439 7389 E:GRANT@GRANTTREGIDGABUILDERS.CO.NZ

DARGAVILLE POST SHOP & 80 Victoria Street, Dargaville | Phone 09 439 6051

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EUROSTILE

Mangawhai ITM 09 431 4963

Warkworth ITM 09 425 1021

Godfrey Motors

Totara Street, Dargaville

Phone 09 439 7666

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GLEN LUGTIGHEID: 021 439 748

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C&C Contract Electrical Dargaville

021 534 882 or 09 439 6465

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THE WHOLE TEAM HERE AT RUAWAI TRANSPORT ARE RIGHT BEHIND THE MOVEMBER MESSAGE. BETTER HEALTH FOR KIWI BLOKES AND BETTER LIVING FOR EVERYONE!

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09 439 2219 | 021 933 175

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www.kumara.co.nz

Ph: 09 439 4700 John: 0274 972 116 E: office@vuletichconstruction.co.nz

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JENYNS CONTRACTING Ruawai

Call Tim 021 766 129 or Call Gavin 021 766 130 or Call Glen 021 766 136

MAUNGATUROTO RESTHOME & VILLAGE

Maungaturoto Resthome | 136 Hurndall Street Maungaturoto, Kaipara | PH: 09 431 8696

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Mark Wharfe Certifying Drainlayer Mob: 0274 778 678 mark@markirdrainage.co.nz

P: 09 439 5989 | E: admin@kingbrothers.co.nz

October 27 - 2020 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL

AUCTION

DARGAVILLE 1 Clearview Close Sensational Work from Home - Motivated Vendors Take advantage of the new generation in business. Suitable for disabled with wide hallways and generously proportioned rooms, abundant with features and quality, including an internal lift. The basement is of commercial grade, approximately 310m2, replicating the upper level, giving a total of 636m2. Very quiet with Fibre connection and courier services - ideal for a home based white-collar business; warehousing goods; car collections or create a studio/flat. A low maintenance home, immaculately kept – living is easy.

OPEN HOME

AUCTION

(Unless Sold Prior) 1.00pm, Monday 2 November On Site

VIEW OPEN HOME

12.00-12.45pm, Saturday 31 October

DARGAVILLE 4/14 Awakino Road Cosy Home and Great Location Set back from the street with low maintenance gardens and smart Tudor style exterior, this home is in a great location to be able to walk to town or easy drive to the shopping centre of Dargaville. Open plan with two double bedrooms, internal access from the garage and a conservatory opening to a private yard - it's a lovely place to call home in a good area. Very tidy and presented nicely, ready to move into. This will be a very popular property so don't delay getting in touch to view.

Cindy Younger M 027 278 2309 E cindy.younger@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAG31993

DEADLINE SALE

(Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm, Friday 20 November

VIEW OPEN HOME

1.15-1.45pm, Saturday 31 October

Cindy Younger M 027 278 2309 E cindy.younger@pggwrightson.co.nz pggwre.co.nz/DAG33115

NEW LISTING

DARGAVILLE Because I'm Worth It 1571sqm of private setting with rural outlook. This two level home features four bedrooms, modern kitchen, two living areas, decked from top level. Spacious double garage on bottom level with electric opening and internal access. Sweeping drive to garaging and front entrance. Outdoor entertainment area has decks and pizza oven.

$600,000

Viv Smith M 027 486 1870 E vsmith@pggwrightson.co.nz pggwre.co.nz/DAG33068 PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

DARGAVILLE Thinking About the Future This dairy farm is in an established dairy farming community located just out of the Dargaville township. The property could offer options around future development with a great lifestyle being so close to town with schools, sports, shopping. Comprising of 146 hectares in six titles, this self-contained dairy farm is milking 230 cows with last years production of 89,000kg MS. Good infrastructure including a twostorey, two bedroom home, double and single garaging, sleepout. 17 ASHB, large round barn with attached four bay shed, concrete feed bin. Call now for the different purchase options.

DEADLINE SALE

Plus GST (if any) (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm, Thursday 19 November

Ron Grbin M 027 471 6388 E rgrbin@pggwrightson.co.nz Barry Banicevich M 021 999 591 E bbanicevich@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAG32910 Helping grow the country

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL

DARGAVILLE Don't Let This Dairy Farm Get Away • • • • •

194 hectares (three titles) 36 bail rotary shed Large calf rearing shed Four-bedroom home Four-bedroom two story home

A dairy farm that has room for improvement. It has the size, good buildings, bore water and the location to town. Currently being run with a manager in place. Milking up to 280 cows and all stock wintered on.

DEADLINE SALE

Plus GST (if any) (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm, Friday 27 November

Megan Browning M 027 668 8468 E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAG32901

DARGAVILLE

Ready and Waiting - Dairy Farm • • • • • •

$2M

143 hectares 24 ASHB shed - five years old Calf/implement shed Bore and dam water New farm cottage Two story large family home

Plus GST (if any)

This farm is just waiting for you and is a must to view. With vendors relocating south they have priced it to sell.

Megan Browning M 027 668 8468 E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAG33086

AUCTION

DARGAVILLE Large Holding with Options - Purchase One or All

AUCTION Plus GST (if any)

375 hectares in eight titles with location. GJ Gardner family home with large deck and captivating views. Fattening 300 Friesian bulls (from four day old through to finishing). Mixture of flats, rolling hills with some steeper. 64 paddocks with internal four and two electric wires. Covered calf rearing shed, three bay implement shed, half round barn, three sets of stock yards - two with loading facilities and head bails. Water supply is by way of a bore and dams. Call us to discuss the options available for purchase.

(Unless Sold Prior) 11.00am, Tuesday 24 November PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Whangarei Office

View on our website other options re this property www.pggwre.co.nz/DAG32926 and www.pggwre.co.nz/DAG32928

Megan Browning M 027 668 8468 E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz

Call us now to discuss the options that are available for purchase, properties such as this are rare to the market.

Tom Hackett M 027 498 2908 E tom.hackett@pggwrightson.co.nz pggwre.co.nz/DAG32873 PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

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So hoos in charge rite now? “Well Dog,” she’s gonna be an interisting time over the nek wee wile, now the ‘lections dust is still swirling about, we dunno wots gonna happin.” Gidday readas, Boss had me cimpletly flummixed wen he sed that after we wotched the ‘lections on wide screen TV ina woolshed. Boss had some bears an’ his gerlren’ Sharlene had sum whines, and I just lookt and tried ter make sense of it. “Well, we are a bit kinfused too Dog”, Boss sed. “We dunno yet who gonna speak fer us ina North. Ya see the country has gone a bit red, that meens Jucynda the PM is now totilly in charge ova country, and all her mates have been ‘lectid too. Mr King is still ina blue seat in Norfland, but the lady in Red, that Willow-Jean, is breathin’ down his nek. They hava thing corlled spishil votes, and that meens we can’t be sertin whose gonna be tha winna.” Sharlene arrived atta woolshed steps wiv tha cuppatees an’ sum biskits wot she baked. So I give her a speshil look an’ a snuffle. Yep, that werked cos I gotta bikkie wile she told boss that Jucynda was a reel winna. “Don’t wurry too much deah,” she sed. “The govmint mite be slightly green if she does a deal with tha other lot, but she got her head screwed on an’ she nose that us farmers gonna be the best

way outa the econic recessions caused by cronyvirus eh?” “Yep,” seda Boss. ”That Fonterror seem pritty upbeat about tha milk solds price, an that meat shedule not too bad. But then a’corse, we mite be havin’ a bit of a drought comin up. Ah deah, if it’s not one fing — it’s anither.” Sharlene hada papa froma kattilstop atta gate, kertisy of you no who, me. “More ter wurry about tho’ deah, is why we gotta import Rushin blokes ter catch our fish? An’ get a whole lotta coronyvirus come in to. Not only that, but sum port workers got crook wile they werking on ships from overseas, an’ then wenta the pub, and now they playing catchup again.” “Yep, but me mate Albie was jus’ saying yesterdee, wen we gota lot jobs of peeple lost their wen we hadda big lockdown, we should be training peeple ter catch deep see fish, not just sit ona dole. And wottabout alla fruit and veggies gotta be harvisted. We need peeple from oversees for tha job, wile kiwis were sittin’ on there bumbs doing nothin. I reckin if its called the Labour Party, they betta get cracking a sort outa labour markit too.” Well readas, Sharlene reckined Boss hada a good point, but

jus’ sed: ”Thanks god we ona farm, an’ we kin shuta road gate an’ keep the werld at bay.” Rekin she’s rite too readas. Makes blimmin’ good biskits too. They was too busy talkin’ to realise they all gone now. Cheers, Billy

NORTHLAND NAIT WORKSHOPS OSPRI is holding a series of NAIT workshops, to present the five fundamentals of NAIT and help farmers keep NAIT accounts up-to-date. Monday 2nd November Wellsford: 9am-12.30pm, St Johns Ambulance Station, 98 Rodney Street. Tuesday 3rd November Dargaville: 9am-12.30pm, Dargaville Light House, 32 Mount Wesley Coast Road. Maungaturoto: 2.30pm-5.30pm, Maungaturoto Community Club, 84 Bickerstaff Road.

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER OctOber 27 - 2020

Kaipara Service Directory ATJ

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

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Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

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Operator AARON GUEST 09 439 1843 tkdiggers@gmail.com

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OctOber 27 - 2020

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

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CLASSIFIEDS

Closing date for classified advertising for the November 3 2020 edition is Monday November 3 2020

For Sale

For Rent STORAGE LARGE shed space for rent, Dargaville area 5 minutes from town. Phone 021 0832 1139.

CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764.

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

TICKETS NOW on sale “Sounds of the Season” Kevin Friedrich and Friends Xmas concert. Lighthouse Function Centre Sunday 22nd November 1pm. Adults $25, children $10. Tickets at museum, phone 09 439 7555. TOP SOIL, top quality, $75 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

FURNITURE SALE • 3 Piece Red/Maroon Suite Excellent Condition $350 • Double Bed $250 • Queen Single Bed $250 • Gold Velvet Chair, Pictures, Mirrors, Dress Mirror • Cream Dressing Table With Cabriole Legs $250 • Matching Small Cream Chest Of Drawers $50 • 3 Piece Retro Lounge Suite $250 • Formica Chest Of Drawers $60

PHONE 09 439 0125 Trades & Services DECKS, FENCES, all small building jobs undertaken, Baylys Beach based. Phone Ross for a free quote, NorWest Building & Maintenance, 027 412 0840. PAINTER & PLASTERER 25 years experience, top quality work. Painting, plastering, airless spraying, water blasting. Free quotes phone 09 439 0804 or 021 074 9152. WATCH BATTERIES fitted from $10.00 in most cases while you wait. Also clocks repaired. Les 022 342 8183.

Septic Tank Services

Pet Supplies PET DOORS — Cat Doors, Dog Doors for Glass or Timber — supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

Entertainment DON’T MISS “Sounds of the Season” Kevin Friedrich and Friends Xmas concert. Sunday 22nd November 1pm, Lighthouse Function Center. Adults $25, children $10. Tickets at the Museum, phone 09 439 7555.

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Work Wanted

Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

Positions in Whangarei, Dargaville & Mangawhai

09 439 6068

Seeking experienced Truck Drivers and Heavy Machinery Operators with experience in operating Excavators, Motorscrapers, Bulldozers and/or Rollers. Key Skills & Experience: • A strong focus on safety and quality • Truck Drivers — Classes 2, 4 & 5 with tipping experience • Machinery Operators — Full Class 1 licence, WTR endorsement, Class 2 an advantage • Able to operate with precision and possess strong finishing skills

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

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

Property Maintenance RENOVATIONS, OLD & new and maintenance etc. Qualified builder. Phone John 021 0819 3758. WATER BLASTING Summers coming! Get your deck, driveway etc water blasted before xmas and water restrictions, Ross 027 412 0840.

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We offer excellent hourly rates and the opportunity to work with late model, well maintained equipment. Successful applicants will be required to pass a preemployment medical and drugs screen. Please email a current CV with experience to kylie@wilsonearthmoving.co.nz or drop into our office at 47 Edward Street, Dargaville.

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MR MUCK LAWN MOWING & HANDYMAN SERVICES Reasonable pricing, free quotes, no job too big or too small. mrmuckhandyman@fastmail.net www.mrmuck.nz Phone 022 536 6406

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

WATER TANK Cleaning. Phone Pete 027 444 3053 or 09 405 9510. WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window and Door Services Ltd.

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Phone 09 439 6933

BREAKAWAY POLOS and tees are back. Hemp ‘grandpa’ collar short and long sleeved shirts. Great variety. FANNONS, 52 Victoria Street, Dargaville 09 439 8946.

SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

50 years experience All designs/plans council guaranteed FREE site/house visit • Plan printing available from A4 to A0

We do steel, hydraulic hoses, stainless & aluminium engineering

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CHICKEN MANURE for sale in bulk or small lots $20 cubic metre plus freight call 09 432 2444 or 027 476 5458.

QUALIFIED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNERS NZCAD, L.B.P. 117345

Dargaville Sale Thursday 29th October 2020 12.30pm start

50 Wnr Ang Ang Frsn X Strs 50 Wnr Frsn Here X & Here X Strs 15 Wnr Frsn Here X & Frsn Bulls 40 Wnr Ang Ang Frsn X Hfrs 40 Wnr Frsn Here X & Here X Hfrs For Further Information please contact PGG Wrightson Livestock Agents Chris Fife 027 495 1552 Steve Harsant 027 497 9892 Helping grow the country

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022

PRACTISE GOOD HYGIENE

Home Coordinator Due to recent restructure, a position is available for a Home Coordinator to manage our home based environment for our residents with special needs and complex behaviours. Ideally the successful candidate would have experience with managing semi-independent individuals to support and enable good lives for our residents. This role provides a strong management presence, establishing and modelling the positive culture of Kaurilands. This role ensures that the quality of care offered is of the highest standard, that individual strategies for each resident are carried out. This person is required to organise and arrange activities within the home and support residents with activities, routines, administering medication, rosters and administration. The applicant will take an active interest in each resident’s vocational/educational development and achievements, and contribute to the development of opportunities inherent in the home. If this sounds like you, please forward a CV and cover letter to operations.manager@kaurilandsskills.co.nz. Applications close 1st Nov 2020, at 11pm. The applicant must legally be able to work in New Zealand and be able to pass a police check. A full job description is available by request, please email as above for a copy. 115 Tokatoka Road, Ruawai 0592 09 439 2147 www.kaurilands.co Kaurilands Skills Centre

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CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the November 3 2020 edition is Monday November 3 2020

Situations Vacant

Wanted for contracting business based in Paparoa. Full-time permanent position for the right person. Immediate start, experience necessary.

Required for paparoa farm, milking 280 cows. Phone 09 431 7556 or 021 720 590

Lifestyle Executive Officer Due to recent restructure a position has become available for a Lifestyle Executive Officer (LEO) This role will support the development of people and practices, and modelling a positive culture of the organisation. The LEO is responsible to supervise, delegate and oversee staff and communicate with guardians of our residents. The ideal candidate would have experience within the industry of disability, care and welfare of residential placements for people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, have experience in budgeting, supervision, case management, staff, and external partner relationships, reporting and managing of resources. The ideal candidate will have experience in quality improvement and will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience at Management Level. The successful candidate will know what it means to coordinate care & development of resident’s programmes, and to ensure strict compliance with all regulations. The LEO will have pride in their work, aiming for continuous improvement. The LEO shall provide leadership and oversight for all staff who provide personal care to Kaurilands Residents and support ongoing training and compliance appropriate to their positions. If this sounds like you, please forward a CV and cover letter to operations.manager@kaurilandsskills.co.nz. Applications close 1st Nov 2020, at 11pm. The applicant must legally be able to work in New Zealand and be able to pass a police check. A full job description is available by request, please email as above for a copy. 115 Tokatoka Road, Ruawai 0592 09 439 2147 www.kaurilands.co Kaurilands Skills Centre

Public Notices ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville A-A Meetings are held at the church, crn Parore and Normanby Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Phone Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

Tractor/Truck Driver - Machine Operator

Part-Time Relief Milker

Due to the recent purchase of a new home in Dargaville township, we are seeking the following persons to support our residents in our four bed residential home.

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, or sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

Sleep Over Support Staff Saturday/Sunday/Monday/Tuesday — 3pm– 7.30am total 66 hrs/week including sleepover.

BOOKS@RUAWAI 5 Freyberg Road. Monday & Tuesday 9-12pm, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 2-4pm, Saturday 10am-1pm. We accept donations of books. Phone 09 439 2044 or 027 200 5653.

This person is required to oversee all activities within the home and support residents with after-hours activities, night time routines, administering medication, report writing and working with the Home Coordinator. This person would have experience with managing semiindependent individuals to support and enable good lives for our residents. This shift may be able to be conducted on alternate weekends for the suitable applicant.

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Day Shift Support Staff Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday/Sunday — 7am – 3.30pm total 42.5 hrs/week This person is required to oversee all activities within the home and support residents with daytime activities administering medication, report writing and working with the Home Coordinator. This person would have experience with managing semi-independent individuals to enable good lives for our residents. If this sounds like you, please forward a CV and cover letter outlining why you would be suitable for this role to operations.manager@kaurilandsskills.co.nz. Applications close 1st November 2020, at 11pm. The applicant must legally be able to work in New Zealand and be able to pass a police check. A full job description is available by request, please email as above for a copy. Kaurilands Skills Centre To enable the best possible life for our people, by developing life skills and social opportunities. 115 Tokatoka Road, Ruawai 0592 P| 09 439 2147 W| www.kaurilands.co F| Kaurilands Skills Centre

HEALING ROOMS Tuesday 7.00, all welcome, Lion of Judah building River Road. I AM using homemade charcoal to raise the level of my garden. This takes carbon from the atmosphere and improves the soil. Enquiries welcome. Lance Bullock, PO Box 196, Dargaville 0340. INVITATION TO morning tea and money natters. 10am to 11am every Friday at the Kaipara Budgeting Service. Phone 09 439 8592. KULJISH TRADERS Secondhand shop 20c Edward Street Dargaville. Open 9.30-3.30 Tuesday’s, Thursday’s & Sundays. We buy & sell quality furniture & homeware. POUTO MARINE Hall AGM, previous date that was printed was incorrect. Correct date of AGM is 31st October 2pm at the Hall. Business to be conducted; executive committee report, financial accounts, election of officers & members of executive committee, set subscription fee and general business. “SOUNDS OF the Season” Kevin Friedrich and Friends Xmas concert Sunday 22nd November 1 pm, Lighthouse Function Center. Adults $25, children $10. Tickets at museum 09 439 7555. THE RUAWAI Promotions and Development Group general meeting Ruawai Hall meeting room Tuesday November 3rd 2020, 7:30pm. All welcome. Please feel free to bring along topics of interest. WAIKARA MARAE Committee AGM. When: 28th November 2020, 10am. Where: Waikara Marae, 333 Waikara Road, Dargaville. Contact: waikaramaraecommittee@gmail.com. WAIHAUA MARAE

AGM

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Auctions

Friday 30th October 11.00am, SH12 Dargaville

2020

AUCTION

BOSS SAYS CLEAR THE TRADES GET A FREE COIL OF WIRE* PLUS A FREE LUNCH - OVER 40 LOTS 1. Used Bale Master Soft Hands, 2. Used Hustler Soft Hands, 3. Used SAM Spreader 3.25 Tonne, 4. NEW Cashels 8 Tonne Trailer, 5. FarmShop 12’ Farm Gates, 6. Used DML Bale Feeder, 7. Used Grader Blade - Farmgard, 8. Used Grader Blade, 9. Used Maschio Power Harrow 3.0 metre, 10. Used DML Bale Feeder, 11. NEW Kinghitter Series 1 Post Driver, 12. Used Berends 0157 Orchard Mulcher, 13. NEW Cashels Double Bale Handler, 14. . Used Concrete Mixer, 15. Used Agritech Silage Wagon AG-120SD, 16. Used Bertolini Fertiliser Spreader 425L, 17. Used Hustler SL300 Bale Feeder, 18. Used Bertolini Fertiliser Spreader, 19. Used Walco 12.75 Fertiliser Spreader, 20. Used Tortella Power Harrow 3metre, 21. NEW FarmMax Softhands, 22. Used Maxam 3300W Mower, 23. Used 1.5m Hooper Harrows, 24. Atchison Seed Drill 612 Seedmatic, 25. Used Tortella Mulcher 2.5m, 26. Used Feeder Leader Bale Feeder, 27. Massey Ferguson 6475 with loader, 28. Used Reese UFO Mower, 29. NEW Samasz Rear Disc Mower 3M, 30. Pigtail Standards, 31. 2.5mm Zinc Aluminium High Tensile Wire, 32. Used Mole Plough Manual, 33. Used Duncan Three Furrow Plough, 34. Massey Ferguson 6475, 35. NEW FarmMax Quick Hitch, 36. Used Maxam 2500 Mower Mk4, 37. Claas Axos 330 Tractor x 2 available, 38. NEW 160mm Culverts, 39. NEW 800mm Culverts, 40. NEW Cashels Bale Cutter & Film Catcher, 41. Used Walco 12.75 Fert Spreader, 42. NEW Pond Stirrer, 43. Heavy Silage Grab, 44. Silage Grab, 45. Schuitemaker Rapide 100 Wagon 30m3 - 2 to choose from, 46. Used Walco 350L Spreader, 47. Tru-Test Aluminium Cattle Platform 2.5m, 48. Used 65 Litre Mag Master Spreader, 49. Used Giltrap Slasher 2.2m, 50. Square Feedlot Feeders, 51. Round Feedlot Feeders... PLUS more lots on the day and a FREE lunch! Visit www.farmshopauction.co.nz for all the details or call 0800 00 22 09 - AUCTION FRIDAY OCTOBER 30TH

,11.00AM START WITH VIEWING FROM 8:00AM - FarmShop is at the Corner Jervois and Grey Streets Dargaville *FREE coil of wire for every participating bidder. Details correct at time of printing - 5.99 % finance - payment terms on the day

To be held on Saturday 31 October 2020 At 10.00am at Waihaua Marae

NORTHERN WAIROA COMMUNITY RADIO TRUST

AGM for Big River FM Tuesday 10th November 2020 at 6.30pm At Big River FM premises, The Dairy Factory, Liverpool Street All welcome

AVOCA TATARARIKI TENNIS CLUB OPEN NIGHT FRIDAY 6TH NOVEMBER AT 6:00 PM Come along and meet new people, have fun and play some mini games with adults and children of all abilities. A free sausage sizzle will be provided by Rabobank. For more information phone or text 021 250 8793

Funeral Services NORTHLAND HEADSTONES

Servicing all of Kaipara. View our headstones at northlandheadstones.co.nz

Public Notices THELMA AND CHARLIE PARKER EDUCATION TRUST The above education trust was established at the direction of the late Mr Charlie Parker, a wellknown and respected local businessman. The purpose of the trust is to establish and maintain scholarships which will be known as the THELMA AND CHARLIE PARKER SCHOLARSHIPS. Each scholarship is designed to assist any current pupil or pupils of Dargaville High School, who, in the opinion of the trustees, would benefit from further education or study of either tertiary or other nature, or of any recognised course of education or study and who would otherwise be unable to undergo such education or study having regard to the financial resources of that student and/or that student’s immediate family. The trustees of the trust therefore invite applications for assistance from students of Dargaville High School or from any person on a student’s behalf. Application forms are available from the school office or Hammonds Law, Solicitors. To enable consideration by the trustees, completed applications must be delivered to the High School office or the offices of Hammonds Law by 5pm on Friday the 6th November 2020. Any enquiries should be directed to the High School office or to Alistair Hammond of Hammonds Law, Solicitors.

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Dargaville High School wishes to invite Whanau to the Senior Prizegiving on Thursday 5th November, at 6pm. Whanau and students to be seated by 5.45pm. As a reminder, Dargaville High School will be closed for instruction from 12.30pm on Thursday 5th November to enable organisation for the

Senior Prizegiving.

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