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“Bouncing off the walls” at a Dargaville Business Forum meeting …

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 It was a day for celebrations and commiserations last week when the Northern Wairoa Federation of Country Women’s Institutes celebrated its 80th birthday at Dargaville’s Commercial Hotel. There for the occasion were a number of past presidents who came from Whangarei and further afield. Back row: Pat Taylor, Janice Davison and Margaret Pinny. Front row: Nicky Poyner, Nell Davis (nee Guest) and Christine Low. For more go to page 6 …

Mangawhai rates may be paid  by Colin Patterson

The Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association has asked its members to pay their outstanding rates to avoid the imposition of further penalties.

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Maungaturoto Rotarians undertake a major project to provide skills for building trainees …

The request reverses a long running rates strike in the community that led to the association asking for rates imposed to pay for sewage cost overruns to be declared unlawful. This request was rejected by the High Court and the case is now subject to an Appeals Court hearing for which no date has been set.

The MMRA executive last week told its members that Justice Heath’s decision to decline a stay of proceedings while the association’s case is before the appeal court means the situation has changed. ‘The rates instalment that is due for payment in November will attract a 10%

penalty if it is not paid on time. More accurately, up to 10% of that instalment will be added as a penalty, depending on what the outstanding rates arrears are at that time,’ stated a notice to members. continued on page 3 …

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Audited distribution details Print run 10,000. ABC audited circulation 9,920 weekly, audited Jan–Dec 2013. Distributed on Tuesday to every residential and rural home throughout the district including Dargaville, Ruawai, Paparoa, Matakohe, Maungaturoto, Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Wellsford. Tangiteroria RD1, Dargaville RD1, RD2, RD3, RD4, RD6, RD7, RD9, RD10, Te Kopuru RD1, Ruawai RD1, RD2, Paparoa RD1, Maungaturoto RD1, RD4, Matakohe RD1, RD2 Kaiwaka RD, Mangawhai, Wellsford residential, and Wellsford RD2, RD4, RD5.

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The Dead Lands This highly anticipated story follows a young Maori warrior on a path of revenge, questing into the forbidden ‘dead lands’ to seek the aid of a legendary fighter who can help him conquer his enemies. After a rival war party devastates his home and kills his family, he sees this course of war and horror as the only option to redeem his honour. But is vengeance the real answer? Stunningly captured, and produced entirely in te reo Maori (with English Subtitles), this is a must see Kiwi film.

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 Labour Weekend saw an annual visitor back on the northern Kaipara harbour. The venerable Kewpie Too ran fully booked cruises out of Pahi (pictured) down the harbour and up along the Otamatea River over the holiday weekend. She sailed for home in Helensville on Monday night

Gone Girl An all star cast spin a web of deceit, treachery, murder and infidelity in this tense thriller. Psychopathic manipulator Amy will stop at nothing to have her revenge on her unfaithful husband Nick - even faking her own death to have him executed for murder! But as he mounts a spirited hunt for the ‘real killer’ and tries to clear his name, the rules of the game change for all involved.

Planes – Fire and Rescue After the huge success of Planes, Disney – Pixar has taken us back to the world of living machines, once again catching up with the spirited cropsprayer Dusty and his friends. This time the exracer is taking on a new challenge, joining the heroic Blade Ranger and his team to fight a huge forest fire

The Judge Big city lawyer Hank Palmer returns to his childhood home where his father, the town’s judge, is suspected of murder. Hank sets out to discover the truth and, along the way, reconnects with his estranged family. ‘Iron Man’ Robert Downey Jr. stars in this gripping murder mystery.

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Get on Up The biography of funk and soul legend James Brown, the man who brought the sound of African-American music to the mainstream like never before. Following his troubled childhood, his time in prison, and his ‘conversion’ to a life of music through singing in a gospel choir, this is a raw and real look behind the enduring myth of funk’s godfather’

Love, Rosie Rosie and Alex have been best friends since they were kids, so they couldn’t possibly be right for one another...or could they? When it comes to love, life and making the right choices, these two

 Antiques collectors and bargain hunters came from near and far, as the Northern Wairoa Lions held their antiques and collectors day in Dargaville last week. The Northern Wairoa Hotel hosted 14 tables of sellers trying to find buyers for their most prized items. Lions’ president Jean Johnson says the event was a big success. Money raised will go to a local community organisation

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Pride In the darkest days of Margaret Thatcher’s Britain, during the ‘84 miners strike, an unlikely alliance between a group of gay and lesbian activists and an old fashioned Welsh mining town develops, with triumph resulting from this clash and co-operation of cultures. See why this film won a standing ovation at Cannes!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Adapted from the farm more grim and violent graphic novel from the 1990s, this all-action thrill ride follows a quartet of martial–arts–trained mutants living in the sewer system and battling the terrorist troops of the evil Foot Clan, led by the cybernetic samurai known as the Shredder.

Hip–hoperation For those who think hip hop is just for the young, this movie sets the record straight as a troupe of Kiwi retirees go from the old folks’ home to the Vegas stage as the world’s oldest hip hop dance troupe. Life affirming and fun with a fresh soundtrack.

 A great day was had by all at the Nilsson Family 100 Target Point Score Competition held at the Northern Wairoa Gun Club Grounds recently. The club would like to thank all those who attended and the sponsors for their support. For a full list of the results, please visit www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

Business forum says ‘be proud’

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 by Joanne Speechly

“Bouncing off the walls”, “motivated and positive” and “pleasantly surprised” are just some of the comments that came out of a Dargaville Business Forum meeting last week. The breakfast get-together was facilitated by Kaipara District Council community facilitator Darlene Lang, who said she was pleased with the turnout. “The forum has seen a lack of focus, so the idea was to ask business owners what they want and then follow through and make things happen. “The were two overriding opinions — we want to do something about customer service, so that everyone — locals and visitors — always gets a good experience; and we need to work together and share ideas. “The general feeling is that we love working in Dargaville and we know that this is a great place to live but the question is, how can we let everyone else know that?” Local business owners Rhonda and Stefan Neuenschwander, who have recently returned to Dargaville with a wealth of experience, have offered to provide customer service training and Darlene says the forum would really like to take them up on that. Rhonda says she went to the meeting with an open mind and was pleased with the outcome. “There was a lot of new blood in the room, a shared mindset and a good array of skill sets. When we came back to Dargaville, we saw

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 A meeting of the minds: Rhonda and Stefan Neuenschwander and Darlene Lang

what was lacking — customer service and direction.” Stefan said the greatest thing about the meeting, was the way that any negativity was quickly quashed. “Dargaville has an aged population and because of this, people have great

difficulty in changing their paradigms but we need to. “I’d like to see a campaign to instill Dargaville pride — ‘locally, with integrity and honesty’.” Darlene says the next step is to write a report and make some recommendations. “We will go from there.” 

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Illegally charged council rates, which many Mangawhai residents refused to pay, were then ratified by Act of Parliament through a Bill sponsored by Northland MP, Mike Sabin. In another d ev e l o p m e n t awaiting resolution, the council commissioners are pursuing legal action against the Attorney General’s department for perceived failure to properly monitor the previous council’s finances. Action against former councillors was deemed not practical. 

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Driving help wanted  by Joanne Speechly

Dargaville’s Town and Around Passenger Service needs more volunteers. Run by the Anglican Parish of the Northern Wairoa, the vital community resource helps people to maintain their independence — whether they be mums with young children, the elderly or people who are unwell. “Town and Around is an entirely volunteer service and due to demand, it now requires more volunteer drivers,” says coordinator, Lynne Levett. “By becoming a volunteer for Town and Around, you will be helping to make a difference in the community and providing a transport option for people who need assistance. At the moment,

there is nothing else available, so we have a real need for this service locally.” Town and Around can provide transport to medical appointments, the hairdresser, lawyer, supermarket and other services within the town boundaries. It compliments Kaipara Community Health Trust’s health shuttle service, which helps people attend medical appointments, particularly in Whangarei. If you are interested in volunteering, you will need to have a suitable vehicle and be willing to undergo a police check. Register your interest with Reverend Brendon Wilkinson 021 556 710 or Lynne 09 439 6306.

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 by Colin Patterson

One of the great silent movies will screen on Friday in a special Halloween session at Dargaville’s Anzac Theatre.

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The 1922 movie Nosferatu was the first-ever screen adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. But as the film-makers did not have the rights to Stoker’s novel, its name and those of the characters were changed. However, the movie remains largely faithful to Stoker’s work.

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have marvelled at the artistry of director FW Murnau. As critic Roger Ebert wrote in 1997: “Here is the story of Dracula before it was buried alive in clichés, jokes, TV skits, cartoons and more than 30 other films. The film is in awe of its material. It seems to really believe in vampires.” Friday night’s screening will have a live piano and guitar accompaniment from Auckland-based musician Darryn Paterson-Harkness who star ted improvising at parties to Super-8 and 16mm films. “I did a version of Nosferatu when I was living in the UK. People loved it. I did it at the Edinburgh Festival, in London and I toured the UK.” His Dargaville gig came about after he mentioned it to friend Vern Woods who manages the Anzac Theatre. He says Nosferatu deserves its place as a classic in the annals of cinema. “The characters are wonderful and it’s so beautifully filmed. It’s no wonder it’s become a classic among film buffs.” Nosferatu starts at 8pm and tickets cost $15. With demand likely to be high, phone bookings on 09 439 8997 are recommended. 

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A safety first summer Paparoa karter wins big  by Paul Campbell

Labour Weekend has seen an influx of boats and people to the Kaipara Harbour, and other regional waterways, together with safety warnings in the wake of a spate of boating tragedies.

 Allan Mortensen hands the Hot Metal keys to North Kaipara Volunteer Coastguard president Walter Smith, as coastguard members Dianne McCracken and Allan Crabb, look on

Coastguard North Kaipara volunteers are gearing up for a summer of vigilance and have an extra resource to help save lives on the harbour this summer. Kaipara Lifestyler publisher Allan Mortensen has made his Tinopai-based 30-foot-vessel, Hot Metal, available as a ‘vessel of opportunity’ to assist the coastguard with emergencies while plans are drawn up for a permanent coastguard rescue vessel at Tinopai. “It is a wonderful gesture, and one we hugely appreciate,” said Coastguard North Kaipara president, Walter Smith. “It means we have a vessel readily at hand, until a fully dedicated official coastguard craft becomes available in the not too distant future.” Coastguard New Zealand warns weather and marine conditions are unpredictable and constantly changing. “Things can change very quickly on the water, but thorough planning and preparation can make that critical difference between a safe day out and a tragedy,” says Coastguard New Zealand CEO, Patrick Holmes. “We’ve already seen too many boating tragedies this year and it’s imperative to get prepared before heading out. Long weekends traditionally see more people on the water and we encourage anyone in a boat, whether it be a launch, dinghy or kayak, to prepare adequately.” As part of a pilot programme, Coastguard will be launching an

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‘Old4New Lifejacket Upgrade Campaign’ in Auckland’s northern region in early November. Boaties are encouraged to trade in their old lifejackets for a discounted upgrade on a new fit-forpurpose lifejacket. Coastguards’ safety checks includes: 1. Ensure that there is a life jacket for every person on board that is the correct size and fit. 2. Always tell someone where you are going and what your intentions are. 3. Check the marine weather forecast. Coastguard’s NowCasting service offers free reliable and up-todate information. 4. Avoid alcohol — safe boating and alcohol do not mix. 5. All vessels should have a VHF radio and make sure to carry a charged up cell phone as a backup option. Make sure all passengers have been given a safety briefing and know what to do in an emergency should anything happen to the skipper. For more information go to www. coastguard.co.nz. 

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As Council catches up on its road works over this summer season, our contractors will be working on the roads far more so than “normally”. Last year, we deferred capital works, due to some property owners refusing to pay their rates. While some property owners are still withholding rates, the number has reduced considerably, and so we are keen to catch up on the backlog. Working on roads has its hazards. Please look after the road crews by respecting the speed limits and signs of caution. Speed limits on our west coast beaches For a number of years there have been issues identified along Ripiro Beach where a few inconsiderate vehicles users have created safety concerns for those using the beach recreationally. Council began an exercise of consultation with beach residents and users last year to consider whether speed limits should be put in place. Last month Council received and heard submissions. This week, Council will consider options. The option that is recommended by Council staff is to set a speed limit of 30 kmh for approximately one kilometer each side of the Baylys Beach entrance, and approximately one kilometer each side of the Glinks Gully beach entrance.

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The Matakohe Kauri Museum has a major exhibition on display which is well worth seeing. The exhibition was opened by the Governor General on 17 October. “The Extraordinary life of Joseph Gordon Coates” tells of the contribution of this man, decorated Military Cross and Bar for bravery in the First World War, elected to Parliament in 1911, appointed to Cabinet in 1919, and elected Prime Minister in 1925 for three years. His Parliamentary career went on much further. Coates was Minister of Armed Forces and War Co-ordination in 1943, when he died in office.

Storm Events – Debrief At the Northland Mayoral Forum last week, we received a debrief on the July / August storm events of this year. An emergency like this is coordinated through by the Northland Civil Defence Emergency Management Group. Command and control rests with the Fire Service and Police. Some interesting facts include: •

The event lasted three weeks.

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To assist with the cleanup, 5,000 hours of Taskforce Green assistance was secured.

In general, the emergency response and relief work in Northland was performed extremely well. Organisations like the Rural Support Trust assisted greatly, as did the utility providers, the various arms of emergency services, Council staff, central government agencies, private sector organizations, and of course the many volunteers and good neighbours. Along with the other Mayors and the Chair of the Regional Council, I was involved in weekly phone calls with the Minister, as we all reported on the impacts and needs of our areas. While the clean-up work is well in hand, repair work on some of Northland’s roads is yet to be done. Tens of millions of dollars of damage to Northland’s road network was inflicted. Commissioners Quarterly Report to the Minister The Commissioners report every quarter to the Minister of Local Government. The September 2014 report will be tabled at the Council meeting this week. It is available on the Council’s website should you wish to view it.

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Fright night in Kaiwaka Eighty and out for Northern Wairoa CWI  by Colin Patterson

If you’re in Kaiwaka on Saturday expect to be scared out of your wits.

 by Colin Patterson

On Tuesday May 10, 1934 women from around the Kaipara came to the Municipal Chambers in Dargaville to form what became known as the Northern Wairoa Federation of Country Women’s Institutes. At its peak the Northern Wairoa Federation had 17 institutes with more than 500 members. But a decline in the rural population, combined with an aging membership meant just two institutes survive. That led to a decision to close the Northern Wairoa Federation, with Women’s Institute now organised out of Whangarei. “We’re closing the federation because we can’t get anyone to take over,” says outgoing president Christine Low. “Most of us are in our 70s and we are not getting any younger members. ‘ While Ms Low is sorry to see the demise of the Northern Wairoa Federation, it has a lot to be proud of. “Getting to 80 years is quite an achievement.” 

That’s because the Kaiwaka Sports Association is running its annual Fright Night, an event which will provide plenty of thrills for the young and not so young. Association general manager Cheryl Anderson says the event has been run for several years and last year more than 200 people took part. “Kids really look forward to it. It’s a big event on their calendar.” She says the kids dress up in scary costumes. After a lolly scramble and

the chance to consume Halloween inspired-food such as chocolate spiders, the kids get to walk through a haunted house, which is actually the association’s rugby changing rooms, transformed by an enthusiastic and maniacal team of volunteers. While it’s a scary experience, Ms Anderson says the kids have lots of fun. Face painting will be available and there will be a photo booth where the kids can be photographed in their scary outfits and face paint. 

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 Northern Wairoa Women’s Institute treasurer June Strang (left) and president Christine Low cut the 80th birthday cake made by fellow member Alma Osborne

Fonterra’s Director Roadshow comes to Whangarei on November 4, giving farmers the opportunity to meet, question and listen to contenders before they cast their votes. At least one new director will join the Board following this year’s Fonterra Elections and six candidates will be vying for three seats. Local Fonterra Shareholders’ councillor Penny Smart says the Roadshow will provide farmers with a greater understanding of each candidate’s governance ability

and experience. She would like to encourage all Fonterra shareholders to vote. Director candidates are: Gray Baldwin, Leonie Guiney, David MacLeod, John Monaghan, Garry Reymer and Grant Rowan. The roadshow starts at 10.30am at Forum North. A bus will leave Dargaville at 9.30am and return at approximately 3pm. Please contact Penny on 021 439 735 or Scott on 021 798 483 to register your interest.

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Rotary project to build skills Big things for Big River interns  by Colin Patterson

 by Joanne Speechly

Maungaturoto Rotarians are undertaking a major community project that aims to provide skills for building trainees and to raise money for the community.

Big River FM interns Ben Stevens, Hayley Nordell and Jordan Hart are looking forward to a few new challenges in their burgeoning broadcasting careers.

 Rotarians (from left) Keith Shadbolt, Dave Orford, Merv Huxford and Tim Magill at the newly acquired Kaiwaka property

Ben is now enjoying a weekend announcing role on More FM and expects to be called up for the Saturday show once or twice a month. “I’ve had positive feedback from my boss and I will get some hands-on experience in commercial radio. “I’m also enjoying being here in Dargaville and getting out in the community. This as a stepping stone for me to learn my craft and take  The Big River team: Ben Stevens, advertising manager Peter Martin, Anaru Tana, Jordan Hart and Hayley Nordell it further. Jordan is also enjoying his time at “Ideally, by the time I’m 30, I would like to be an announcer on The Edge.” the community broadcaster and says, Ben will also join the More FM “this whole town is awesome.” He will soon commence freelance promotions team, alongside fellow intern Hayley, who says promotions work production work for shock jock legend Ian Stables, who manages Ski FM is “so much fun.” “I’m into making people smile and in Taupo. “It will be contract work, which coming up with creative ideas, so this is ideal. means I can do it all from up here. Big “Big River is also giving me a great River FM has an amazing atmosphere, start in radio and providing me with the excellent management and I like opportunity to work closely with people the music we play — I haven’t got a and really understand what is happening single gripe.” in this community. Jordan enjoys production and “In the future, I’d like to be a voice- copywriting and would like to work for over artist.” Newstalk ZB in the future. 

The Maungaturoto and Districts Rotary Club has bought a threehectare property near Kaiwaka. Over the summer, member Tim Magill of Barnbuilders with help from NorthTec building trainees will erect a barn on the property. Next year the property will be auctioned, with the hope it will appeal to lifestylers wanting to enjoy a rural lifestyle, within walking distance of Kaiwaka. Club president Jim Taylor says the idea came from member Keith Shadbolt who works in real estate. A number

of members provided loans to buy the block, with the vendor agreeing to give the club a year’s grace from paying for the land. By then the aim is to have the barn completed and the property sold. Mr Taylor agrees the project carries some risk, especially if the sale price does not reach expectations or the property does not sell. But he believes the project will be worthwhile and the club will not be left out of pocket. In the meantime, Mr Taylor says the club would welcome offers of labour and donations of materials. If you can help, call Mr Taylor on 09 431 5365. 

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We all have our dream cars — whether they are nostalgic glimpses back to the past, stunning visions of the future, or just quirky exercises in design which call to something in our souls. Many folks never go any further than owning a picture book or bedroom wall poster of their favourite example of automobilia, but others are luckier. Well — luckier, in this case may not be quite the right word. They say you should never meet your heroes, and in this case, we’re talking about those people (we’re looking mainly at the blokes here) who have scored a ‘nearly mint’ example of their ultimate ride. Then left it in the shed, unfinished, for the last decade. We get into these projects with such high hopes. It’s just a quick overhaul of the ageing engine block, a dab of paint, a little TLC. But as the exotic parts bill mounts up, and nights are spent trawling the internet for a 1958 Cadillac nut and bolt combo, dreams of DIY wither up and dry out. Classic car hunters are always talking about the latest ‘barn find’, and this is how they get there — project cars that ‘I’ll get around to next weekend’, finally tarped up and forgotten. It doesn’t have to be this way, though. The auto industry in Dargaville has everything on hand which you need to fulfil your promise (to yourself, and your significant other) to get that old beauty

out of the shed and onto the highway. Just think of the summer fun you can have, cruising to the Coromandel, the Bay of Islands, or just down to the shops in your dream car. To help out, DAE now import a full range of hot rod, muscle car and performance parts from the likes of Edelbrock, Moon, B and M and Holley. Just around the corner, BR Vincent have the tools and experience to tear down whole engines and rebuild them full of fresh new horsepower — no matter if your classic is European, Japanese or American. Godfrey Motors can sort out those new tyres, take tools to those annoying issues that prevent a WOF, and see you legally cruising. And we’ve also got top panel beaters, painters and detailers for the perfect finish. No more excuses, then. It’s time to see more wonderful old classics on the road, and that means it’s time to throw off the tarps, call in the professionals,

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It started with one small truck, a vision and an ideal spot on State Highway 1. It became Fred’s Metal Recycling. The Wellsford scrap metal business is the brainchild of Harry and Angel Wood, who say it is a better world if we all recycle and that’s the message they would like to community to hear. With 15 years experience in the industry, Harry believes that most

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DARGAVILLE

RIVERSIDE T PR E K ODUCE MAR

VISIT US TODAY FOR: • PASSPORT PHOTOGRAPHS • GIFT IDEAS • PICTURE FRAMING • ALL YOUR PROMOTIONAL PRINTING NEEDS

Cnr Kapia & Totara Street, Dargaville Ph: 09 439 8824

Thursday 2:00 – 5:30pm AD Focus Carpark, Kapia St, Dargaville Eggs Pork Fish Herbs Bacon Fruit & Vegetables Soap Honey Cheese Kumara Crafts Plants Potatoes Preserves Onions Live Music Interested stall holders and buskers please contact:

Deb 09 439 8824 or 021 549 427

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OCTOBER 28 - 2014

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

Kaipara Service Directory ATS

Contacts:

Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560 Cynthia Shirtcliffe 09 439 5895

Be entertained, meet new friends, enjoy an afternoon tea and friendly conversation. We meet at the Dargaville Rugby Club the first Tuesday of every month. Entrance $6 per meeting and this includes afternoon tea.

Birkenhead Engineering

ProPerty Maintenance & rePair

Join us at 60s Up Movement of NZ

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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

Will custom-build trailers to suit Cowshed pipework & gates Steel at competitive prices General welding ■ No job too small phone Ray 09 439 1601

027 4999 154

No jobRing tooAndrew small

or Call at 731 Pouto rd, arataPu

SpEcialiSt in StainlESS StEEl

Covering the Kaipara! Cell 0274 557 750

Have your Party at our place relax revise renew

Bookkeeping and administration services

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Customised for you in your office or mine

Professional and computerised service for your business

For Bookings Phone 09 439 7555

Come in and talk with our experienced stylists so we can customise and create your new look.

Locally owned and operated - Quality workmanship guaranteed

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• Prepwork

09 439 7432 26 victoria street dargaville 0391

• Polyurethane Finishes • Oil Finishes • Concrete Grinding

Les Sweeney Builders • New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions

and Polishing

NZQA Qualified with National Certificate. Approved Member Floor NZ

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

Find us on facebook.com/estheticaskinrevision for exclusive offers and information

Floor Sanding • Floor restoration • New floors sanded

439 6880

8 Portland Street Dargaville

Private – Seating for 150+ people Fully equipped kitchen and bar facilities

MAKE YOUR BOOKING TODAY!

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phone: 09

The Lighthouse Function Centre, Harding Park, Dargaville is an ideal setting with its panoramic views over Dargaville and the river

Phone Sheena on 021 439 157

www.esthetica.co.nz

09 439 7564 027 439 7565

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

Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning Septic/Sewerage Treatment Systems

2 4 1 EYE EXAM - Book & pay for one exam and gift a FREE exam to a friend or family member.

MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are your septic tank cleaning specialists in your district. Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

FREE EYE TEST FOR ALL SOUTHERN CROSS MEMBERS*

Call now for a free no obligation quote! Phone: 09 423 7014 www.macjimray.co.nz

CERTUS Financial Group Stuart Sterling QFE Adviser

Mobile: Phone: Fax: Res: Email:

021 985 108 09 439 8651 09 439 6500 09 439 7425 stuart_sterling@amp.co.nz Representing

Poto St PO Box 300 Dargaville New Zealand

and other leading companies

AND 15% DISCOUNT ON COMPLETE PAIRS OF GLASSES

The Strand Arcade, Whangarei • Tel: (09) 438 4930

Tu Christey Massage Therapist

ARCHITECTURAL BUILDING PLANS AND DESIGNS WRIGHT DESIGN

Diploma in Massage, MNZ Cert. in Fascial Fitness Trainer (FFA) Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho)

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

Phone: (09) 439 6518 ~ Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: christeytu@hotmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

360 Oneriri Road, Kaiwaka 0573 office 09 423 8092 or 09 431 2544 mobile 021 276 7389 email brianwright@clear.net.nz www.wrightdesign.co.nz

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

Ask Brian for your discount

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 4 November 2014 edition is 10am, Monday 3 November 2014. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz For Sale

Business For Sale

Property For Sale

BIG WIPES. Try our sample. Best ever hand cleaner for grease, oil, paint etc. Auto One Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8219

WANT TO succeed? It takes courage! Dargaville Window Cleaners, priced around $60k. Includes everything! Get the good life now. Phone 439 6068

NISSAN NAVARA, 1986, L18, 2WD, King Cab, Rusty Floor, reg on hold + spare ute for parts. $500. Text 022 324 2973 and I will phone back.

3 BEDROOM home, double glazed, fully insulated, large internal access garage. Trademe Reference DAT465. Price $219,000.00. Phone Owner 09 439 0559.

Wanted to Rent

REPSOL HIGH quality motorcycle oils. Available from Auto One Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8219 SALT TERMINATOR. Outboard engine flush, cleaner and anti-corrosion. Auto One Dargaville. Ph 09 439 8219

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RURAL HOUSE/COTTAGE long term. All areas considered. Able to assist at helpful farming/building jobs. Phone or text 027 454 6507.

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

Garage Sale

Animal Accommodation

CAR BOOT Sale - Saturday 8th November, 8am in the AD Focus Car Park. Interested stall holders ring Debra on 09 439 8824 or 021 549 427.

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

Anniversary Notice

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TAYLOR, Laurie & Dawn (nee Parker) Married 24 Oct 1949, Baptist Church, Whangarei.

Congratulations Mum & Dad/Nana & Poppa on 65 years of marriage. Love from your children, Brian & Joyce, Anne & David, Lorraine & Finn, and all your grandchildren.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER OCTOBER 28 - 2014

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 4 November 2014 edition is 10am, Monday 3 November 2014. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Work Wanted

Work Wanted

Septic Tank Services

Homekills

BUILDER — FENCES, decks, alterations & additions, retaining walls, maintenance etc. Jobs big and small. Phone 09 431 3101 or 021 0257 6521.

CLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service. Priced from $330. Wellsford to Ruawai. Phone Macjimray 09 423 7014 or visit www.macjimray. co.nz. CODE COMPLIANT.

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

Nurseries & Plants NATIVE PLANTS Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd has a wide range of native and coastal tolerant plants at wholesale prices. The nursery is open to the public on Saturdays 10am to 4pm or at other times by prior arrangement. The nursery is situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. Delivery service available. Enquires welcome phone 09 439 4223, email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz or go to www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz

Property Maintenance ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628. AAA+ PAINTER and wall papering specialist EXT&INT. Roof spraying and waterblasting. Ph John 09 439 5289 a/hrs or 022 642 1376, CRAWFORD SOLUTIONS. OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $408.25 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

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

Situations Vacant

Retail Assistant/Visitor Host 6 Months Fixed Term Contract The museum is seeking an outgoing, confident person to join our team for front of house and retail duties. Be positive and proactive in selling and providing information. The position is for a part time rostered hours over 7 days a week in the retail department. Applications close 31st October 2014 Apply to: Administration Manager, The Kauri Museum Church Road, Matakohe Phone: 09-431-7414 Email: admin@kaurimuseum.com

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 Find

proud of our people. progressive setting a new standard. partnership working hard together.

MAINTENANCE SHIFT ENGINEER • Sunny Northland location • Industrial trades position • Great lifestyle opportunity

Public Notices

Kaipara

Community Health Trust Helping you get to health appointments in Whangarei. For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

We have an excellent opportunity at our Dargaville plant for a motivated and skilled tradesperson. As part of the site maintenance team, this position is critical in helping to ensure the sound operations of all mechanical installations and maintenance of plant equipment and would involve rostered shift work on a rotating basis.

N S EVANS, MSF (UK)

The Maintenance Shift Engineer will be responsible for running repairs on machinery and the overhaul of both light and heavy industrial equipment. They will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of the plants meat processing machinery and general industrial equipment on site. This position is ideal for an individual looking to broaden their industrial skill base and face the challenges of working within a food production environment.

Public Notices ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.30–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle, tea and coffee. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933. FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service. Advice and complete money management if required. Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592. WORKSHOP: “How to create Humour” by Robin Grieve, NZ’s most entertaining and inspiring speaker. 7pm, 30th October, Commercial Hotel, $10 including supper. For more information contact Ross on 021 414 840

To be held on

Wednesday 26th November 2014 7.30pm at the Southern Clubrooms Pouto Road, Te Kopuru

• AnglicAn • Spring FAir

november 1St 2014 DArgAville town HAll • 9Am StArt

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Bargains For All

Joint Manipulation & Back Pain Relief

Save Lives

Parents/caregivers, students and whanau are invited to attend the Senior prize-giving, Thursday 30th October 2014. Parents to be seated by 9.30am in the School Hall. Refreshments will be available. Come and celebrate your child’s Academic and/or Sporting successes! Look forward to seeing you there!

Bereavement Support Group Monday 3rd November 2014 In the Nurses Lounge at Community Health Dargaville Hospital, 10am - 12pm

“Creative Ways to Express Grief” Josie Scott will be facilitating. This is an informal group that shares experiences and supports each other followed by light refreshments.

NEW PARTICIPANTS WELCOME Enquiries to Jayne 09 439 3330 ext 6716

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and supply of alcohol act 2012) RAAN A HAAN THAI AROI DEE LIMITED of Dargaville, Restaurateurs, has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Dargaville for the renewal of a BYO On-licence in respect of premises situated at 57 Victoria St Dargaville and known as RAAN A HAAN THAI AROI DEE. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is restaurant. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are Monday to Sunday, 11am to 10pm. The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville. No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in Section 131 of the sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. This is the only publication of this notice.

View on Demand at: www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

Phone 439 2620

SMOKE ALARMS

SENIOR (Years 11,12 and 13) Prize-giving 2014

SEPTIC TANK cleaning. For all your tank cleaning requirements phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

HEALTH SHUTTLE

Work Wanted

• tradesperson fitter-turner or equivalent qualifications preferably with trades certificate • self-motivation with the ability to prioritise you workload and meet deadlines • the ability to work autonomously from time to time and be a team player • welding experience - advantageous • pneumatic/hydraulic systems experience - advantageous.

MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

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Being situated in the Kaipara District in the heart of Northland, you could be enjoying a warm sub tropical climate and taking the time to relax on some of the great beaches after work.

You will have:

KAIPARA LIFESTYLE Block owners, need your septic tank cleaned? Ph Magic Property Services Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

SOUTHERN (TE KOPURU) RUGBY & SQUASH CLUB

Kaipara Lifestyler

Situations Vacant

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

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All Beef aged Salami ~ Bacon ~ Ham ~ Sausages Hamburger Patties

Public Notices

Coming Soon

GUIDE

Be my Guest ep.2

Rural opinions with Farmers of New Zealand Operations Director Bill Guest.

Screening Now Ford Ranger Reunion

Coverage of Dargaville Ford’s biggest event of the year. Its the second annual Ranger ute party, coinciding with the big reveal of the new Ford Ranger build.

Be my Guest ep.1

Rural opinions with Farmers of New Zealand Operations Director Bill Guest.

Applications close: Monday, 3 November 2014. Fosters Home Decorating

Apply to The Engineering Manager, Silver Fern Farms Dargaville, PO Box 234, Dargaville or online at careers.silverfernfarms.co.nz alternatively email peter.wilson@silverfernfarms.co.nz

www.silverfernfarms.com

Andy Bryenton talks to Greg Foster about the upcoming paint sale and Greg shares some painting tips.

BE FIRE SAFE

Check out our video library at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

OCTOBER 28 - 2014

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

We put you first 92 BEACH ROAD

$159,000 11 JERVOIS STREET

$325,000. 47 PUKEHUIA ROAD

$360,000

TANGITERORIA

WORK REQUIRED, BRING YOUR ENERGY

OFTEN ADMIRED... NOW AVAILABLE

YOU’RE HALFWAY THERE...

BEEF AND DAIRY SUPPORT

4 Bedrooms, Open plan kitchen & dinning, Separate lounge, 1x Bathroom Semi rural, 3 phase power at shed available but not presently connected. 6m x12m 4 Bay Skyline garage.

1900´s vintage with good pedigree, offers elegance and style from a bygone area. Modernized for today´s living but original features add a dash of nostalgia.

120 hectares, rolling hill contours 30 paddocks Dam water Great building site, power supply installed. Excellent cattle yards

RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3356

MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3372

Ex-show home features 3 bedrooms, open plan living, modern bathroom, heat pump, good deck space & on 10 acres (approx) with dam fed water to troughs. Has a large half round barn in addition to a single garage. Walking distance to Tangiteroria Primary School, sports complex and the local hotel. CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668 WEB ID RJS2093

138A COLVILLE ROAD

$320,000 11 HOSPITAL ROAD

$169,000 6824 SH 12 TURIWIRI

SELMA PETERS 021 828 402 WEB ID RJRU490

$325,000 232 MAROHEMO ROAD

$495,000

CREATE YOUR LIFESTYLE HERE...

TRUE BLUE

HOW CONVENIENT...

LAVISH LIFESTYLE

3 Bedroom home,light spacious lounge, combined wet area bathroom, single internal access garage, Land size of 1.1432 (2.82 acres). This is a well positioned lifestyle property on the town fringe. Well subdivided 6 paddocks with loading ramp and lifestyle size yards. Total land area is subject to final survey and title being issued. RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3371

3 bedroom 1960´s sunny home. Updated kitchen and separate lounge with patio doors onto the deck. Family size bathroom. Level section with a double garage and workshop.

This home features 3 double bedrooms, open plan kitchen & dining, large separate lounge, plenty of deck space to sit back & relax plus 2 car garaging, a workshop & 2 bay carport. This great lifestyle block on 4 acres (approx.) runs a few sheep and is only 5 minutes from town. Don´t wait any longer, call today.

MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3364

CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668 WEB ID RJS3373

Gorgeous family home. Large deck, 3 bedrooms, ensuite, modern kitchen dining family lounge, double garage. Workshops, shed, office. Polyhouse 3600m2 needs some TLC. This property is outstanding value for money with a total land area of just over 2.3 ha and a short drive to Whakapirau. JILL WILSON 021 505712 WEB ID MRE1637

46 SANDY BEACH RD TINOPAI

$275,000 33 NGATOTO RD, TINOPAI

$255,000 31 DEM STREET, PAHI

$449,000 4/603 TINOPAI ROAD $245,000 plus GST (if any)

A PLACE TO FEEL AT HOME

EASY CARE SEASIDE BACH

LIFES A BEACH

AFFORDABLE LIFESTYLE BLOCK

North facing delightful character 3 bdm Home on 1075 m2 . Polished floors, spic & span inside and out, easy care section & country views. Peek of the water. 1 km to wharf and easy walk to beach. WEB ID MRE1636

2 bdm lock up & leave Bach with interior walls prepared for you to add your colour scheme and final touches. Very close to the beach & marina. Internal access to garage. Large water tank. WEB ID MRE1635

3 bedrooms, open plan living, fully furnished, nestled on 1032m2 right across the road from the beach. No lawns to mow, just arrive and enjoy. Be in for summer fun. View by appointment only.

Bareland approx 63 acres Matakohe area. Approximately 40 acres of mature bush, rest in good grass. Some nice limestone rocks, distant sea views also has a dam.

RHODA MORRISON 09 431 6912 or 0274 800 691

SHEILA BOON 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE1631

GARY MORRIS 09 431 1016 or 021 902 087 WEB ID MRU1438

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

www.roperandjones.co.nz

104 Jervois Street - DARGAVILLE 0800 699 688

POWERFARMING Northland one name covers it all

AGROFARM (85-115hp)

KVERNELAND

USED CULTIVATION CLEARANCE

Taarup Mowers

The perfect balance of power and weight. With a flat platform and a smooth power shuttle transmission (synchro optional), the Agrofarm is the ultimate general purpose farm tractor. • 85-115hp SDF diesel engine • 40 x 40 transmission • 4WD with 4 wheel braking

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Celli Ergon 300 3m Rotary Hoe .............. $6,900 Celli Ergon 3m Rotary Hoe ..................... $6,900

• Comfort clutch (wet clutch only) • D3 Agrolift self-levelling loader

Maschio 3m Rotary Hoe ......................... $9,900 Tortella RPT6 320E .............................. $25,000 Tortella T5 3m Rotor Hoe ..................... $13,900 Celli P140 3m Hoe Skids........................ $8,500

POWER FARMING

FLEXI-FINANCE • RATES FROM 1.99% • TERMS UP TO 5 YEARS YOU CALL THE SHOTS

TORTELLA

$66,990

2% OVER 2 YEARS *normal lending criteria applies

+ GST

WALCO 3.50 WA

3m T5 Rotary Hoe C/W Steel Wheels WAS

23,400

TORTELLA

BUY NOW AT HUGE DISCOUNT

TRACTOR & LOADER FROM

NOW

16,995

+GST

3m E5 Power Harrow C/W Packer NOW WAS

22,900

ADD AIRSEEDER FITTED $9,000

TYRON MIDGLEY P. 09 439 3333 M. 027 483 6600 E. tmidgley@pfn.co.nz

SOFT HANDS • Display Model

2,950

+GST

3,150

+GST

Celli P140 3m Steel Wheels ................... $8,900 Celli T190 3m Steel Wheels ................. $11,900 Klough 3.6m 295 Cultivator ................... $3,500

USED TRACTORS Deutz Fahr Agrolux 4.75....................... $39,990 Deutz Fahr Agroplus 70........................ $15,990

+GST

Deutz Fahr M600 B SPEC ................... $107,000

NORMALLY $3,620

John Deere 6110 SE ............................ $39,500

BIG BALE FORKS

17,995

HOT DEAL

RATA

Celli P140 2.5m Spike c/w Packers...... $14,500

• Display Model

1,050

+GST

NORMALLY $1,280

TKubota M105 S .................................. $59,000 McCormick MC115/Trima .................... $59,000 McCormick MTX 135/Trima.................. $55,000 McCormick MC115 .............................. $49,900 New Holland TG 230 ............................ $64,000 New Holland TD 85 .............................. $45,000 Valtra 151E .......................................... $79,000

ARNE STEWART P. 09 439 3333 M. 021 220 2501 E. arne.stewart@powerfarming.co.nz