Four outstanding contributors to the social fabric of Kaipara were honoured last week with special awards from the mayor and council, and with the appreciation of their fellow citizens.
“This is one of the most enjoyable functions that I officiate in my role as mayor,” said Craig Jepson, who presented the five citizens’ awards.
“One thing all of these people have in common is that they are modest people, who often understate what they do for us all. They sacrifice a lot for the good of their communities. The way to make things happen is so often due to people like this, who get stuff done. Their motivation to grow their communities gathers others around them.”
Jan Beatty of Tangiteroria was the first award winner. Nominators said of her that she is a tireless community facilitator, who has been known for decades as the person in town to talk to to get things done.
to stop near-shore sand mining, to a great outcome.”
committee chair councillor Eryn Wilson-Collins.
“I couldn’t have achieved it without the support of everyone in the district,” said Jan, receiving her certificate and a kauri seedling, symbolic of future growth and strength. “Thanks to all of you.”
Ken Rayward of Mangawhai was next to take the podium, and once again his nominators for the citizens’ award were generous in their praise.
“He’s involved in pretty much everything,” said Ian Baker. “Not only the Mangawhai Activity Zone, but he also motivated the whole community
“I have been blessed with so many good friends and so many good associations being part of the Mangawhai community,” said Ken.
Roxanne Kelly was unable to be present to receive her award, as she was in Fiji, coordinating a Greenways Trust holiday trip for people, who might otherwise never be able to enjoy such an experience. Her mum, Rosemary Hill, was proud to accept her award.
“She truly has a passion for people — she’s a diamond,” said awards
Dania Wood won the final citizens’ award, for an inspirational track record in sports leadership.
“Sometimes she needs her own personal assistant, she’s so busy,” said nominator Lani Leiataua. “This woman dedicates so much of her life to our kids, it’s a real blessing.”
The additional special mayoral award went to Ken Rayward, with Craig Jepson further praising his leadership in ecology, civics, recreation and the continued success of the MAZ. ¢
p Jan Beatty, Ken Rayward, mayor Craig Jepson, Rosemary Hill (accepting the award for her daughter Roxanne Kelly) and Dania Wood
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Fourth in the family
p The Tangiteroria School Ag Day was successful with families and children attending the event. Tiffany Beatty, a fourth-generation Tangiteroria Calf Club participant, entered the day with her calf Sunny. “The neatest part about showing the calf is the bond they have formed from spending time together,” said mother Kylie Beatty. “She got her first calf when she was three years old, and has been part of the event since 2017, when she was a preschooler.”
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p Tangowahine School recently hosted its show day. Calais, Aria, Jaxson and Keith enjoyed sliding down the bouncy castle slide, which was
Power project gains momentum
u by Andy Bryenton
Power projects for Northland are progressing, with recent announcements by local MP Grant McCallum tying in with Shane Jones’ Regional Infrastructure Fund plans and an overhaul of the Public Works Act.
Work is progressing on a recently announced $1 million fund, which will support energy projects that will deliver longterm economic benefits to Northland.
“A panel of Northland community leaders, along with representatives of Transpower and Omexom, will select the initiatives and projects that will be funded. We are working through the final details and expect to be able to provide more information in the coming weeks,” said Northland Inc CEO Paul Linton.
Welcoming plan attracts new neighbours
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The Kaipara District Council is nearly ready to adopt a new welcoming plan, an initiative designed to make the district a better place to move to and live
The work is part of the nationwide Welcoming Communities — Te Waharoa ki ngā Hapori programme, funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and Immigration New Zealand. It’s all about helping new residents feel settled and welcome,whether they are from other parts of New Zealand or from overseas.
A regional strategy for new energy supply is now being worked on by a range of stakeholders, including the Northland Corporate Group, under the title of Energy Bridge.
Solar and wind projects already planned and designed for Kaipara would be facilitated by a stronger network, with better ties to Auckland, as was laid out by Northpower and Top Energy leaders at a recent regional development hui in Ngāwhā, hosted by Shane Jones.
Mr Jones has been in Singapore at the Singapore International Energy Week forum, where he’s been seeking foreign investment to speed up regional projects.
Energy was also on the mind of the ministers working to overhaul the Public Works Act, updating it for the first time in 36 years to help enable growth in the provinces. Changes to the act would make it easier to resource regional, not national, infrastructure builds.
“We need to fix our pipes, increase the capacity of our schools and hospitals, and build more houses, roads and renewable energy sources,” said Land Information Minister Chris Penk. ¢
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With 14 new Kaipara citizens sworn in as New Zealanders just last week, and towns, such as Kaiwaka and Mangawhai, growing faster than any others in the nation, attracting new people to work and live in the district is socially and economically positive. New citizens with specific skills are also an answer to one of Kaipara’s recent issues; a lack of staff in pro-social professions. Police officers, doctors and medical professionals have all recently been sought, or continue to be sought, to keep vital services working.
The welcoming plan highlights three major factors: making it easier for potential new residents to find
what they need in Kaipara, showcasing the best features of the district, and networking among clubs, groups and community organisations to welcome new neighbours warmly.
Misty Sansom is the KDC’s Welcoming Communities adviser, and she has overseen a process of input into the strategy, which will soon be presented to the mayor and councillors for approval.
“We’re eager to hear how people think they can bring these ideas to life,” says Misty, one of 35 advisers working with councils around New Zealand.
There is a brief window of opportunity to read the plan and give your feedback. Go to kaipara.govt.nz/have-your-say to read the draft plan and contribute. ¢
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p The Ruawai solar farm looks set to be replicated, as plans for a Northland electricity generation expansion progress, as discussed at last month’s RIF summit in Ngāwhā
p New citizens, like those who became Kiwis at last week’s Dargaville citizenship ceremony, could help boost the region’s economy, and help fill gaps in the professional workforce
Fired up for fish
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The first big fishing contest of the summer is set to get on the water for the Kaiwaka Fire Brigade’s big fundraiser on Saturday and Sunday, November 2 and 3.
“We have an open fishing contest and adult tickets are $30, with juniors 15 and under at $10,” said organiser Mickey Renton. “For adults, snapper, kahawai, kingfish, gurnard, trevally and crayfish have a heaviest weight prize of $300 on each species, and juniors compete for snapper and kahawai.”
As well there will be a mystery weight and an average weight prize of $500 each and, for ticket holders, a lucky draw for $1,000. The prizes can be in cash or the equivalent value in a sponsored prize.
Weigh-in times for the contest will be between 6pm and 8pm on Saturday at Kaiwaka Fire Station, and on Sunday from 2pm to 4pm. Anyone in line at 4pm on Sunday will be counted, and all fish weighed in must be gutted and gilled.
“An auction and prize giving will be at around 5pm after the Sunday
weigh-in, and all people on boats must hold tickets. MPI rules and regulations apply,” says Mickey.
“Fishing boundaries are anywhere on both coasts from a line north of Omaha. All fish weighed in or donated are to be auctioned, with the proceeds to be donated to the Kaiwaka Fire Brigade to buy ongoing equipment.”
Tickets for the two-day event are available at Wellsford Tyre Service, Kaiwaka Four Square or brigade members. For more information contact 027 276 4488 or 027 347 2743. ¢
Diligence rewarded
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Kayla Godfrey and April Morris-Furze are two of four Dargaville High School students to receive tertiary scholarships to help them pursue further studies.
Both students have been academically minded and driven to succeed since year nine. Kayla received the University of Otago 150th Anniversary Entrance scholarship valued at $18,500.
“When I begin studying at Otago, I will do health science in my first year before studying to become a pharmacist. I knew I wanted to be a pharmacist when I saw my mum training to be a clinical coder,” said Kayla.
“I want to give back to my community or somewhere smaller that needs it. The country can’t run without healthcare workers, and we need more of them to help people.”
April received the $12,000 First Foundation scholarship (split across three years) in 2023 and recently received the $30,000 University of Waikato Te Paewai o te Rangi scholarship. She intends to become a chartered accountant.
“In realising I could do well, I began studying after school and organising
my timetable while working, but always made time for study,” said April. “Physics and calculus are fun for me. I enjoy math because it is calculation-based, and you don’t have to read between the lines. I tried my best to do well, and have always enjoyed learning. I thank my mother Jolene and my brother Edan for supporting me.” April was given a National Certificate of Educational Achievement excellence endorsement and was awarded Dux Litterarum last Thursday for her studious efforts. ¢
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p Kaiwaka Fire Brigade is heading for the water
p Kayla Godfrey and April Morris-Furze’s studious habits have paid off, with both students receiving scholarships
Locals will fight sand mining Look out for new highway speed limits
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The inclusion of two east coast ocean bed sand mining operations on the list of potential fast-track legislation-enabled projects has reignited opposition in the community.
The group of likeminded individuals and organisations that led a fouryear Environment Court case to stop sand mining off the Mangawhai coast will reform to battle the return of the practice, says Save our Sands spokesman, Mangawhai resident Ken Rayward.
“The inclusion of the Mangawhai-Pakiri mining consent in the Fast Track schedule is an insult to the judges and commissioners who facilitated the initial consent hearing and the following Environment Court hearing, as well as the coastal communities who rallied together to fight over 70 years of sand mining eco destruction,” says Mr Rayward.
“At a time when New Zealand faces such a fragile and uncertain environmental future, resulting from continued extremes due to global warming, to openly ignore four years of science identifying real coastal damage is unbelievable.
“The mining operator is the same one that at two prior legal hearings was found to have provided misinformation on their mining practices, and made consent
breaches that were acknowledged as being gravely concerning.”
Meanwhile, momentum is gathering to the north in Bream Bay, where a proposal for sand mining has galvanised public opposition.
The Endangered Species Foundation, Tāngaro Tuia te Ora, has pitched in, carrying a petition to protest Bream Bay sand mining on its official website endangeredspecies.org.nz. It has also spoken out about the wider practice, including Mangawhai and Pakiri sand extraction.
“We need to support sustainable alternatives and stop the unnecessary extraction of sand from our fragile ecosystems,” says Tāngaro Tuia te Ora general manager Natalie Jessup. ¢
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As part of the government’s Road to Zero safety campaign, new speed limits are in place around schools on Kaipara highways.
A rule change proposed in 2022 dropped speed limits around schools and marae on busy roads, and this provision has been retained even though plans to drop the speed limit across most Northland highways to 80 kilometres an hour was scrapped.
The roads affected include the main highway through Kaiwaka, the route between Dargaville and Whangārei, which passes by rural schools such as that in Tangiteroria, and the Maungatapere School zone on Mangakahia Road, now State Highway 15.
limit signs outside five schools to reduce speeds during pick up and drop off times.’
The speed restrictions were notified in an official memo from the New Zealand Transport Agency, as follows: ‘The changes we are making on State Highway One, State Highway 14 and State Highway 15 focus on short sections of state highway, including schools, and involved extensive community engagement and input prior to approval. School speed changes include new electronic variable speed
Drivers are cautioned to look out for new speed limit signs on these highways, approaching settlements and schools. Digital signs restricting speed during busy pick-up and drop-off times for students may also be emplaced. Kaipara drivers will be most affected by changes to SH14, which include a new 60km/h zone near the north end of Dargaville, a similar zone in Tangiteroria, a 30km/h speed restriction outside Tangiteroria School during pick-up and drop-off times, and a similar set of restrictions entering Whangārei, around Maunu and Pompallier schools. ¢
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The Northland Pasifika netball team battled through injury to secure four wins at a recent international-level tournament, and Dargaville played a major role in building this representative squad.
The team of nine young Northland netball players travelled south to Auckland to face a strong card of contenders from all around New Zealand and from Pacific Island neighbour nations.
The girls represent a number of Pacific islands, including Samoa, Tonga and the Cook Islands, and they joined forces to represent Northland in the first-ever Moana Pasifika netball tournament this month. The biggest plus, according to team coach Sal Eliu, was that all but one of the squad selected to play under the Northland Pasifika banner were from Dargaville, a town Mr Eliu also calls home.
“We won four out of seven games, missing out on a podium finish, but that was to be expected, with four of our girls getting injured and playing through. That was an amazing show of resilience at its best,” said coach Sal Eliu.
Representing Northland with pride Conservation fund seeks causes
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“Team captain Harvest Kakara said that this was an incredible experience, playing against some of the best in the country.”
The Moana Pasifika name may be familiar to sports fans already. It’s the name of both a not-for-profit organisation promoting the people, culture and sporting skills of Pasifika people and the Super Rugby franchise, which this group supports. Earlier this year, Moana Pasifika debuted a netball clinic spanning two days, and plans are underway for more netball events in the future. ¢
A contestable conservation fund with resources exceeding $9 million is seeking causes to support, following the success of prominent conservation efforts, two of which directly impact Kaipara.
The Department of Conservation’s Community Fund will make $9.2 million available for community conservation groups, of which there are several in operation locally. Announcing the launch of the contestable fund’s 2024 round, DOC director-general of public affairs Sia Aston cited success with two localdwelling species brought back from the brink of extinction through the efforts of volunteers.
“Community groups play a pivotal role in protecting native species and their habitats, and I am pleased to announce the DOC Community Fund will continue to support this important work,” said Aston.
Special mention was made of previously funded initiatives to step up pest control, increasing the duneland habitat of the east coast’s iconic tara iti (fairy tern), and efforts to save native bats from a similar predator-related fate. These flying mammals have strongholds in northern kauri forests and the Tangihua Ranges.
Community groups, iwi and hapū, as well as private landowners throughout the country, can apply for the funding. This round focusses on projects to protect threatened species (defined as nationally
critical, nationally endangered, nationally vulnerable or nationally increasing) and threatened ecosystems (defined as critically endangered, endangered or vulnerable). There are numerous predatortrapping, native-flora planting, hardworking local groups that may qualify.
“This fund always has a very high number of applicants. I encourage any interested groups to check the criteria if you have a project ready to go.”
Visit doc.govt.nz/get-involved/funding/ doc-community-fund before November 28 to apply. ¢
p The Northland Pasifika netball team: a big Dargaville presence in the squad points to the popularity of netball in west Kaipara
Awards exhibition a creative showcase
u by Andy Bryenton
The 2024 Kaipara Art Awards exhibition has proven a popular attraction in Mangawhai, and remains open to the public this week, after being formally opened at the awards’ gala prize-giving.
“Art joins us together. It makes us think about our past and our future, and it is a vibrant force in the Kaipara,” said mayor Craig Jepson, who opened the awards ceremony.
“It is vital to capture the spirit of creativity in our communities,” said Creative Northland general manager Olivia Garelja, in an address touching on the philosophy and purpose of art in civics.
“We were amazed by the variety of works, and the quality of work, which has increased over time,” said one of the judges, Megan Corbett, who returned as an adjudicator for a second time — the first was in 2022.
The judging panel expressed appreciation for the calibre of all entries, and admitted during their deliberations that choosing a winner from such a diverse selection was very difficult indeed.
Those tasked with coordinating the Kaipara Art Awards for 2024 gave high praise not just to the artists and those who won awards, but to the many people who helped to make the event possible.
“It’s been a shared job this time around,” said Belinda Vernon of the Mangawhai Artists group. “I would really love to acknowledge the team who have put together this exhibition. These things could not happen without our volunteers who put in so much effort.”
Applause was offered, too, to the sponsors that made the Kaipara Art Awards possible, including Assent Homes, The French Art Shop, Gordon Harris, Jean Allan, Creative Northland, Bennetts of Mangawhai, the Kaipara Lifestyler and Creative Communities New Zealand. ¢
Action for a safe summer
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A new role dedicated to keeping people safe at marine areas has been established and Northland Regional Council’s new water safety ambassador will be out on the water in Mangawhai as well as Kai Iwi Lakes and surrounds.
Experienced skipper and ex-navy man Barry Nielson, will be working across Mangawhai, Waipu and Kai Iwi Lakes until mid-February. He says many people were now using areas like Mangawhai Harbour for kayaking, jet-skiing, and paddle boarding, which was causing the small area to become increasingly congested.
“I really want to make sure people have an enjoyable time out on the water, so I’m here to help educate people on where they can do their chosen activity in a safe manner,” he said.
“Last year, we had several people operating vessels they were unfamiliar with, or who had sailed into areas they thought were safe when they weren’t.
“There’s also a compliance element to my role, so if people are not playing the game, I can gather their details and in conjunction with the harbour master, take some form of action.”
One of the major issues Nielson said he was seeing was people not wearing lifejackets on vessels six metres or smaller. “It’s actually a legal requirement to wear a lifejacket on boats or vessels that size.”
In addition, NRC’s safe boating programme, Nobody’s stronger than Tangaroa, has received $80,000
from Maritime New Zealand to deliver programmes that aim to reduce fatalities and injuries to people out on the water in recreational craft.
Chair Geoff Crawford says the programme is a multi-faceted approach to safe boating. “We will continue to leverage relationships formed by our ambassadors to deliver lifejacket hubs as well as a training programme geared towards priority groups who otherwise would be unlikely to seek or have access to such training.”
These include males over 45 years old and Māori, who have been identified by MNZ as being overrepresented in recreational boating fatalities nationwide. ¢
p Barry Nielson, NRC water safety ambassador
p The Kaipara Art Awards 2024 launched an exhibition of competitors’ works now open at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery on Moir Street, Mangawhai
Citizens of the year 2024
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Dania Wood received her citizenship award for an inspirational record of leadership achievements in sports. From 18 years of involvement at all levels with the Northern Wairoa Bulls Rugby League Sports Club, through to helping found the south and senior touch rugby tournaments in west Kaipara, Dania was lauded for her irrepressible energy. She has organised fundraisers, coached and managed across multiple codes and sports, applyied for grants on behalf of her clubs and even prepared food for halftime and after-match functions.
Jan Beatty was nominated for a citizenship award due to her community leadership. The town of Tangiteroria is a place she calls home, and she has tirelessly served as an advocate for this small rural settlement for more than four decades, helping achieve great things. Not only was Jan part of the original team that built the town’s sports complex in 1987, she was also instrumental in leading the charge to rebuild even better, following a catastrophic fire. The revitalised community complex is a lasting legacy to be proud of.
Team Kaipara
Ken Rayward has put the people, community and ecology of Mangawhai first for more than 15 years, serving on important local committees, such as those which lead the Mangawhai Harbour Restoration Society and the Mangawhai Activity Zone. The morning of the wards ceremony Ken was spotted painting the MAZ cafe just after dawn, ready for the grand opening of a new skate park attraction. He’s also one of the most visible faces of the Save Our Sands campaign that stopped ecologically-damaging seabed mining on the east coast.
Roxanne Kelly is currently treasurer to three major local Kaipara groups: Kaipara Cycling, the Hikuwai o Kaipara Waka Ama Club and the Te Kōpuru Community Development Board. Additionally, she is a board member of the Dargaville Community Development Board, chairperson of Greenways Trust helping the differently abled, Rugby For Life coordinator at the Southern Rugby Club, a member of the Kaipara Tamariki Collective and the Paparoia Sport and Recreation Association committee. Such commitment to the betterment of local life deservedly secured her nomination and a citizenship award.
New helm for heritage Growth for the garden
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There is a new team in charge at the iconic Kaipara Heritage Machinery (Dargaville) Inc administering the huge and growing collection of restored and working vintage equipment that once formed the backbone of the Kiwi economy.
Located in an extensive space largely built by members and donations, the ‘club’ was formed initially at a farmhouse meeting called by long-serving founder and president Bruce Galloway.
“Now there is a great new team in charge to take the displays even further as the future unfolds,” he said.
The new executive committee is made up of Keven Morris as president, Kevin Watson, vice-president, Dave Selby, secretary, and Rachel Watson as treasurer.
”I first joined when I was manager at the Kaihu Valley Sawmill, and went on building full-time after that,” says Keven. “I have recently retired and have more
time to spend here, hoping to enhance the club and to make the club more known.
With the help of Dave, Kevin and Rachel, we really want to get more visitors through the door. Please come along and have a look — there is something for everyone.”
Dave Selby has a background in the tourism sector. “I have a range of knowledge, skills and experience, which I am looking forward to sharing with the club. I am enthusiastic about supporting and growing our club for future generations.”
Rachel Watson commented: “I am very pleased to be on board, and will work very hard alongside everyone to grow the success of this heritage club.” ¢
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Northland Heritage Roses is running its Celebration of Heritage Roses fundraiser on Saturday, November 9, from 9am to 3pm outside the Reyburn House to help with garden maintenance supply costs.
The NHR provides volunteers who tend to the gardens at the Kauri Museum in Matakohe and Reyburn House in Whangārei.
“Being voluntary, we must keep the workers supplied with fertiliser, mulch and other materials to look after the two major gardens. We’d love to see as many people from the region attend the Whangārei event and participate,” said NHR convener Judy Webster.
To raise funds, the NHR is putting on a free-entry community event. Rose workshops, stalls and little bouquets called tussie mussies will be on offer, and the Bromeliad Club, Firebirds Pottery Group and two garden clubs will be in attendance.
“There will also be a pop-up cafe and tool sharpening. I got involved with Heritage Roses New Zealand in 2016 because I was interested in conserving the species that entered the country with the first settlers.
“I am passionate about roses and other plants, and my garden in Mangawhai has more than 300 different rose species in it.”
The group welcomes new members and has a New Zealand rose register allowing people to source rare roses. It is part of Heritage Roses New Zealand Incorporated.
“We cover from the top of the North Island to the bottom of Warkworth.” For membership enquiries, call Judy on 027 4451 381 or visit heritageroses.org.nz. ¢
p The new committee: (from left) Rachael Warson, Kevin Watson, Keven Morris and Dave Selby
p Northland Heritage Roses volunteers take care of the Kauri Museum (pictured) and Reyburn House gardens
Beachfront boardwalk built to last Safety in
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Mayor Craig Jepson, deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen and local councillor Gordon Lambeth visited the work site on Baylys Beach where a new boardwalk is nearing completion, ahead of summertime demand.
The boardwalk improves on efforts to safely link the settlement of Baylys Beach to the seashore, constructed a decade ago. This new and upgraded boardwalk stretches from a new ablutions block opposite the Bill Hyland Community Centre all the way to the sand, and will allow easier access for children, older people and beachgoers, who will no longer have to share a sandy access road with quad bikes and off-roaders.
Darren Jones of Hoskin Civil and Adam Perkinson of Huband Contracting have the job in hand, and are constructing a robust structure. Piles go four metres deep underground, and support a heavy duty timber boardwalk locked together with rust-resistant stainless steel fittings. They expect to be finished by the end of November.
“It’s all about providing safer, easier access to Baylys Beach, one of the most scenic and popular destinations in west Kaipara,” said Jonathan Larsen.
The project has been partly funded by the Tourism Infrastructure Fund, with the remainder coming from council coffers, an
investment in west coast improvements for both tourists and locals. The mayor says he’d like to see more transformative projects like this, driven and funded by civic growth in the west.
“The beautification in Mangawhai, especially for shared amenities, has been driven in part by Reserve Contribution Funds, from development. Progress for Dargaville will lead to more amenities like this one,” said Mr Jepson.
“We anticipate that this will happen very soon, with major developments underway in Dargaville,” said Mr Larsen. ¢
Coastguard New Zealand is hosting its Bar Crossing Seminar at the Mangawhai Fishing and Boating Club on Saturday, November 16, from 3.30pm, and at 25 Ruawai Wharf Road on Sunday, November 17, from 1.30pm.
“Understanding the risks associated with crossing river and harbour bars is critical for anyone going out on the water. Things can happen even to the most experienced boatie, whether it’s their first or 100th time crossing,” said community engagement manager Nātia Tucker.
To reduce the number of bar-related incidents, Coastguard NZ, the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council and local fishing and boating clubs have teamed up to deliver a nationwide Bar Awareness Seminar Roadshow.
“We want our videos to be accessible to a wide range of New Zealanders, especially for some of whom English is a second language. We still encourage them to attend a seminar in their region to get the most up-to-date information on their local bar,” said Coastguard Bar Safety Programme lead Simon Marshall.
According to Water Safety New Zealand data, more than half (16) of
the 31 bar crossing drowning fatalities between 2014 and 2023 have occurred on the Manukau or Kaipara Harbour bars.
The seminars cover critical topics, including understanding bar-specific hazards, assessing the impact of weather and tides, and implementing emergency procedures if trouble occurs.
People can sign up for the free seminars at ticketing.humanitix.com/ tours/bar-awareness-roadshow. The seminars last two and a half hours and are free to attend. ¢
p Mayor Jepson, deputy mayor Larsen and councillor Lambeth with Hoskin Civil representative Darren Jones
p Coastguard NZ is running the seminars to ensure boaties are safely crossing bars
Celebration of excellence
Dargaville High School celebrated and acknowledged its students with the senior prize-giving last Thursday. Pupils received awards for their diligence in academics, sports and other feats achieved during the school year. April Morris-Furze was announced the Dux Litterarum, Alyssa Ledingham was given the Proxime Accessit, and the Sport Dux Ludorum recipients were Billie Burke and Jack Vallance.
p The year 13 cohort of 2024 celebrated their successes last Thursday at Dargaville High School among teachers, their families and community supporters
p Billie Burke received the Girls’ Sport Dux Ludorum, and Jack Vallance was announced as the Boys’ Sport Dux Ludorum
p A new taonga for an existing Māori award was given by Rangitahi Ora managing director Sharneece Joyce and co-founder Shaquille Shortland
p Assistant principal Amber Curry announced Alyssa Ledingham was the Proxime Accessit for 2024
p April Morris-Furze was honoured by the year 13 cohort and kapa haka group with dance and song when she was announced as the Dux Litterarum
p The night ended with waiata marking a successful year, before having refreshments in the school staffroom
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Paint the nation pink
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It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month worldwide, but especially here in New Zealand, where the Breast Cancer Foundation does millions of dollars worth of work each year to fight this socially pervasive affliction.
Thanks to medical research funded by the Breast Cancer Foundation of New Zealand (BCFNZ), advances in hospital care, a widespread education programme and early detection through mammograms, breast cancer mortality is down 43 per cent from where it stood in 2001. That’s a huge achievement, but the drive to battle breast cancer relies in a large part on the generosity of the public.
The BCFNZ has plans to drop that mortality rate even lower, championing research, which includes the Te Rēhita Mate Ūtaetae programme, the Breast Cancer Foundation National Register and critical studies to improve survivorship. It’s also ramping up community awareness that early detection saves lives, and ensuring those who need access to mammogram technology can find it, close to home.
At the same time, the BCFNZ offers support to women impacted by breast cancer, operating a specialist health care
helpline, counselling and rehabilitation services, which have positive effects for breast cancer survivors’ families, too.
This year, there are many ways to get involved and help fight the good fight. Pink Ribbon collectors hit the streets last week to raise money for the BCFNZ, and Pink Ribbon walks gathered hundreds of supporters in New Zealand’s big cities. There’s the chance to contribute by buying pink products that send money to the cause. Everything from chocolate biscuits and chips in your local supermarket to pink band gumboots (replacing the famous red band for charity). Cosmetics, fragrances, reusable shopping bags and even pink-tracked excavators all add to the colourful charity drive. There’s a full list online at breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/how-youcan-help.
To give directly to the BCFNZ and help it continue its mission toward a world where every breast cancer is caught early,
p Pink Ribbon walkers line up for the start of a charity event: this month, New Zealand and the world have gone pink for breast cancer awareness treated with the best medical technology, and every patient goes on to live a long and healthy life, you can make a donation at fundraise.bcf.org.nz/donate.
Your donation will help fund breast health and early detection programmes.
It will help hospitals gain access to the latest technologies and equipment, and train doctors and nurses to use them, as well as funding ongoing research and fellowships and supporting breast cancer patients and their families. ¢
Breast Cancer AWARENESS MONTH
Farm environment awards open
Farmers and growers across the region are invited to enter the 2025 Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
Facilitated by the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust, the awards recognise and celebrate excellence and innovation in sustainable farming and growing within the primary sector.
The trust’s general manager Sarah Harris, invites farmers and growers at any stage of their sustainability journey to get involved.
“Being part of the awards programme is an excellent way to gain constructive feedback on your business, help identify your strengths, and learn from others who are passionate about the food and fibre sector,” she says.
Judges evaluate the entire farm system, including water and soil management, climate stewardship, biodiversity, waste management, team and community wellbeing, business health, biosecurity and animal care.
The awards also feature a Catchment Group Showcase. It recognises the efforts of a rural community working together to improve water quality, promote good on-farm practices and sustainable land management, and encourage positive environmental and farmer wellbeing outcomes. The initiative is designed to celebrate the
“I’ve found that it meant being prepared, prepared, prepared and being able to promote and present your farm at its best”
Dean Candy and Wiremu Tane of Oromahoe Farm Trust were named the 2024 Northland Regional Supreme Winners. They encourage anyone considering entering the awards to do so.
“I’ve found that it meant being prepared, prepared, prepared and being able to promote and present your farm at its best,” said Wiremu.
The BFEA programme offers a platform for farmers and growers to showcase, benchmark and enhance the sustainability of their operations through the judging process. Rural peers and agribusiness professionals provide valuable feedback, commendations and recommendations.
efforts of catchment groups and serves to inspire other communities with examples of good practice.
The BFEA programme is supported by a range of leading agribusinesses and regional councils nationwide. Entries are open until October, with initial farm visits taking place before the end of the year.
The Northland BFEA event will be held on March 19 2025. It will provide a valuable opportunity to connect as an industry, share stories and celebrate the outstanding achievements within the primary sector.
Entries can be made online at nzfeawards. org.nz. ¢
p Dean Candy and Wiremu Tane of Oromahoe Farm Trust, the 2024 Northland Regional Supreme Winner
NRC freshwater plan delay
u by Andy Bryenton
The coalition government has intervened in the complex matter of freshwater management rules, adding a last-minute new section to its Resource Management Act Amendment Bill, which will stop regional councils from rolling out new water rules.
The amendment to the bill, announced last week, restricts council powers to notify freshwater plans before the coalition finishes its work on a replacement to the former government’s National Policy Statement on Freshwater Management.
“The government is taking this step to provide farmers the clarity they need around freshwater management, and to minimise inefficiencies and duplication for councils, and prevent unnecessary costs for ratepayers,” said Agriculture Minister Todd McClay.
The Northland Regional Council’s freshwater plan was met with opposition from farmers late in 2023, when it was revealed that part of the new rule-set for protecting waterways, the provision to keep livestock off erodible hillsides, would hit Northland farmers with a $600 million bill. Farmers’ groups protested that such stock exclusion and fencing costs could slash almost one-third from their income.
Nevertheless, the wide-reaching plan is seen by its supporters as vital in protecting the health of northern waterways, now and into the future. If the bill before parliament passes, the plan, which is already significantly advanced, will be unable to be notified, leaving water rules in stasis.
“Labour’s NPS-FM is extremely complex and expensive for farmers and councils to implement. Despite that it won’t deliver the outcomes for freshwater that New Zealanders would expect,”
says RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop. “Ratepayers and farmers need certainty, and they don’t deserve to have their money wasted,” said Todd McClay. “By delaying plan notifications, we are providing certainty to farmers that their planning efforts will be in sync with national direction.” ¢
p “This amendment ensures that councils don’t waste time and resources developing plans that will soon be superseded by the new NPS-FM,” says Todd McClay
“Well, Dog, hear we are back ona blimmin’ farm, up atta crack o’ dorn and a list of jobs as longas yer arm eh? Gidday readas, Boss in full cry again but he must no I don’t gotta arms. He shood say longas yer leg.
But, I no wot he meens. We back home ona proppitty afta Boss an’ his gerlfren’ Sharlene dicided to have a brake away fer wot they call Labor Weekend, an’ I gotta say it was a pretty good little vist we had down ter that Pahi camping ground by the water.
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”We chose that fer you Billy,” Sharlene sed wen we was havin’ smoko ona woolshed step last week. “They gotta dog friendly policy an’ because Labor weeken’ is sposed ter be time fer a worker ta put feet up, we reckind you need time out, too.”
Well readas, Sharlene got that right. Three days of doin’ nuthing much. Sleeping under Boss’s gazebo thing, going out fishin’ with Boss an’ his mate Plumba ina boat, an’ catching snappers. Lotsa barbies left ova fer me tea as well.
We hada bit ova party, too, with sum other campin’ people, an’ of course, Boss hada moan about alla work we gotta do ona farm. But one lady tole Boss he should be happy about Labor Day, an’ so he askt why. “Oh deah,” he sed ta Sharlene ona way back home. “I rilly shoodint have askt eh? She didint stop talkin’ orl nite.”
Sharlene agreed, but she sed Boss should no about his histry, and as soon as we had smoko after the holiday, she read in her skool reacher voice: “Labour weekend has a Monday extra holiday that commemorates the struggle for an eighthour working day, and Labour Day was first celebrated in New Zealand on October 28 1890, when several thousand trade union members and supporters gathered in the
main centres. Government employees were given the day off to attend the parades and many businesses closed for at least part of the day.
“Parades drew huge crowds in Palmerston North and Napier, as well as in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin. Unionists and supporters marched behind colourful banners and ornate floats, and the parades were followed by popular picnics and sports events.”
“Yep. I remember my old dad saying somethin’ about a lotta knees-ups going on in his dad’s day wen’ he hadda day off from workin’ ona railways,” seda Boss. “But nuthin’ much happind like that in my day.” Sharlene agreed and sed “Wait, Deah, ther’s more.
“By the 1920s Labour Day had begun to decline as a public spectacle and for New Zealanders, it was now just another holiday.”
“Well that’s a darn good thing then, ’cos we hada good time atta camping,” Boss sed. “Dog hada good rest, but gotta bit fat. Anyways its time ter go Dog. I gotta note here froma shear milker wots says that Bruiser tha Bull busted the fence
again trying ter get ina heffer paddick. No rest for us wikid.”
So there ya go readas, it’ll be another long time berween beach barbies an’ sleeps. But hay, jus’ remembed — that Chrissmiss not to far away! Life aint too bad eh?
Cheers — Billy ¢
Top achievers in the beef and lamb sector
u by Andy Bryenton
This month saw top contributors to the agricultural red sector feted in Hamilton, as Beef and Lamb New Zealand handed out accolades to leaders in the field.
“Tonight’s winners represent the very best of our sector,” said B+LNZ chairperson Kate Acland.
“I’m so proud of our farmers and organisations and individuals that support and innovate in our sector.”
Eight major award categories attracted a high standard of finalists, recognising the people, the technologies and innovations that contribute to New Zealand’s world-leading farming industry.
The Ballance Agri-Nutrients Science and Research Award was the first to be presented, and was won by AgResearch plant scientist, Dr David Hume. His work in developing and bringing to market the novel endophyte AR37 is estimated to have helped add $3.6 billion to the New Zealand economy during a 20-year period.
The Datamars Livestock Technology Award was won by FarmIQ, with the Freshwater Farm Plan Tool. This innovative planning solution was lauded for its potential to help farmers with compliance and efficiency.
The Ravenwood family, who own Fernglen Farm, incorporated a 1,300-strong milking ewe herd into their sheep and beef operation and, in doing so, have enabled all members of the family to be part of the business. This lateral-
thinking approach won them the Gallagher Innovative Farming Award.
The Silver Fern Farms Market Leader Award was won by Headwaters, a group of farmers working together to add value by improving their product. The judges praised the way Headwaters had worked with chefs directly in a farmto-plate meeting of minds.
The AgResearch Emerging Achiever Award was won by Te Kuiti farmer Mitchel Hoare, a communityinvolved high achiever working hard toward owning his own farm. Meanwhile, the Rabobank People and Development Award was won by Growing Future Farmers, for its dedication to training a new generation of farming leaders.
Judges said that through its longrunning flagship event, the Ballance Farm Environment Awards, the New Zealand Farm Environment Trust provided a platform from which farmers could tell their story to a wide audience. This was a deciding factor in its victory in the FMG Rural Champion Award category.
The Alliance Significant Contribution Award was won by Ian McIvor, for his research into farm production and
the Beef and Lamb New Zealand Regional Leadership Award went to Pukeatua farmer Graeme Gleeson. As a farmer advocate and leading campaigner for the group Farmers for Positive Change, Graeme has worked to ensure regional and national government policies are fair, equitable, and based on science. ¢
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DARGAVILLE 22 Bassett Street
Classic Bungalow With Potential
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This property at 22 Bassett Street, Dargaville, is a 1920's weatherboard bungalow with two large bedrooms and a family bathroom with a bath and shower, plus a separate toilet. It features beautiful wooden floors and detailed ceilings, an open fire in the lounge, and a log burner in the dining room. The kitchen and laundry are at the rear. Outside, there's a single garage, a sleepout/cabin, fruit trees and a lush lawn. Though it needs some work, with imagination and effort it could be spectacular.
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DARGAVILLE 141 Awakino Road
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Discover this delightful two bedroom home, set on 1,012sqm section. Combined kitchen/dining, separate lounge features a heat pump, ensuring warmth and comfort year-round. Two well-sized bedrooms. Separate laundry, single garage, plus a workshop at the rear. Enjoy the outdoor deck area, the large section offers plenty of space for gardening and outdoor activities. Situated in a fantastic location, this cute home is perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat close to town amenities. Contact me today to schedule a viewing and see how this property can be the perfect fit for you. 2 1 1
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12.30-1.00pm, Saturday 2 November E erin.grbin@pggwrightson.co nz M 021 716 388 Erin Grbin
MATAKOHE 1823 Ararua Road
School is Out for Summer!
Are you looking for a property that has lots to offer and is unique? This property is at 1823 Ararua Road, Ararua, and spans 1.6 hectares Originally a school built in 1964, it's now a four bedroom home. Features include a spacious lounge, open-plan kitchen, master bedroom with ensuite, and rural views. The property has a large front deck, orchard, double garage, carport, workshop, and three water tanks. It's divided into four paddocks and includes a 15 x 5 metre
SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm Wednesday 27 November VIEW 10.00-11.00am, Saturday 2 November
OPEN HOME
BAYLYS BEACH 253 Rehutai Road
Coastal Lifestyle Living Not to Be Missed
A beautifully presented coastal lifestyle block and our vendors have their next move sorted. Set back from the road, an elevated position taking in panoramic views of the ocean, neighbouring properties and extensive views out over the Kaipara. The tidy home has four double bedrooms and open plan living. Decks wrapping two sides of the home with private deck off the master. A studio, double garage and an array of sheds cater to many different uses - calf rearing horses, storage of vehicles and farm implements Fertile Redhill loam soil on the 13ha of rolling contour 4 1 2
DEADLINE SALE
Plus GST (if any) (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm, Thursday 21 November VIEW
1.00-2.00pm, Saturday 2 November
M 027 278 2309
E cindy.younger@pggwrightson.co.nz
Megan Browning
M 027 668 8468
E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz
DARGAVILLE Mahuta Road
Grazing/Lifestyle
74-hectare coastal grazing land offers excellent potential as a support block or grazing area. Water has a solar pump that feeds a tank allowing for gravity-fed. Yard with loading facilities. Two hay barns with attached lean-to, providing storage space. Several productive areas suitable for supplements. Two access points and a driveable track. Carries mixed aged beef stock A stand of pines ready for harvest. The property's coastal charm with potential house sites with rural views of the farmland and the river, this block is an ideal lifestyle retreat.
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E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 668 8468 Megan Browning
BAYLYS BEACH
The “Funky Fish”, 34 Seaview Road
The “Funky Fish” is ready for the next owner now. Embrace this fabulous opportunity to create a unique cafe in popular Baylys Beach, West Coast. This iconic establishment is a gem waiting for the next passionate person to create their own atmosphere that keeps patrons coming back. Embrace your chance to create your very own legacy of warming the hearts of the many visitors who come to this popular West Coast Beach site. It is in a great location with parking out the front of the property. The commercial kitchen and large dining area are true “Funky Fish” style, along with the indoor/outdoor seating. 1 bedroom accommodation. The original structure erected in the 1950s functioned as a General Store and Post Office. Now great for birthday parties, receptions and gatherings. Suitable for 80 people, maximum 130, inside and outside. Good size section 835m², with a garage and landscaped gardens out back of property to add to the “Funky Fish” theme.
JEAN JOHNSON
027 499 6493
(UNLESS SOLD PRIOR)
This is a unique property built by a very good craftsman and very suitable for an Airbnb. This inviting home offers 3 wellappointed bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms, one with a wet area and there is also a spa bath. The living spaces are tastefully designed to maximise comfort and functionality. The kitchen has modern amenities, and for extra comfort there are 2 fireplaces. Enjoy the luxury of your very own cinema room! The home is beautifully crafted and as well the joinery is easy care aluminium. Beautiful bi-fold windows off the kitchen open out onto a large entertainment area with mature grounds and views of the river. Located close to the boat ramp, the 3,036m² property is in a very sheltered area, almost a sub-tropical oasis, and is in 3 Lots You will be very comfortable here. It is a perfect blend of space, comfort and tranquillity This is a well-loved property with very special features. Don’t miss the chance to own this delightful slice of paradise.
WHAT’S ON?
outside of Dargaville events email info@integrity.nz
October
Caring for Carers – Heartland Services — Wednesday 30th October at 11am, Caring for a someone, come and discuss ways we can assist you. Call or text on 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009. Whānau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
Grief Talks — A four week support group for people living with grief and loss. 31 October and 7 November, 5pm–6pm at Morris & Morris, Cnr Gladstone & Victoria Sts, Dargaville. To book contact Josie Scott, Hospice Kaipara, 09 439 3330 ex 6716 or 027 643 3187 or email support@hospicekaipara.org.nz. Numbers limited.
Heartland Services Rural Clinic – Pouto School — Tuesday 29 October 9.30–11.30am. Call us 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009.
Ringa Atawyahi Mātauranga – ACC — Tuesday 29th October, 12th & 26th November. Call or text on 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009. Whānau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
IRD Clinic – Heartland Services — Thursday 31st October & 28th November. 10–2.30, by appointment only. Bookings essential. Call or text to book on 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009. Whānau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
November
Road Dog and Ali G Band at the Central Hotel — 2 November from 3pm. $5 cover charge.
Northern Wairoa Country Music Club Charity Concert — Fundraiser for the Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade, 3rd November 12.30–4pm at Dargaville Rugby Football Club, Murdoch Street. $10 per ticket available at Cicada Music Shop, Victoria St. Door sales. Enquiries phone Bruce 09 439 5513.
Rainbow Youth – Drop in — Thursday 5th November from 3.30–5.30. For LGBTQIA+ anyone aged 13–27. Welcome to bring friends or whānau. Check RYnorthland instagram for updates and cancellations. Call or text to book on 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009. Whānau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Ruawai Fun Run, Walk, or Cycle — 16 November. Registrations open 8am, cycles start 9am, run walk/ buggies start 9.30am. Adults $10, Children 13 or under $5, Family 2 Adults and 3 Children $25. Enquiries contact Beverley Pullar ruawai.treasurer@ lionsclub.org.nz or phone 027 300 3580. Funds for the Northland Emergency Services Trust. Markets
Kaihu Hall Market — 4th Saturday each month 10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.
Maungaturoto Night Market — 1st Saturday of every month, 4–7pm, at The Epicentre, 98 Hurndall Street. 021 0234 3632 kierenwilson22@gmail.com or Facebook.
Monthly Market — 1st Saturday of each month, 8am–noon at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).
Paparoa Artisan Market — now quarterly 10am–2pm Paparoa Memorial Hall, next market is Sunday 8th December.
Paparoa Farmers’ Market — Every Saturday 9am–12pm. Genuine local produce, vegetables, seafood, olive oils, meats, patisserie, plants and more. Village Green, Paparoa.
Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 9am–1pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.
Clubs/Organisations
57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.
Alcoholics Anonymous — Dargaville meetings
Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby & Parore Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday
Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group — Contact Maxine on 022 691 6068.
Anger Management Group — Thursdays 6pm–
7.30pm 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Helena 021 564 618 or 09 601 4153.
Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — 2nd Monday of each month. Garden ramble, shared lunch, trading table phone 021 063 3444.
Blind Low Vision Support Group — Meets 10am, last Monday of the month, alternatively at Dargaville and Ruawai. Phone Noelene 09 439 0033 for more info.
Chess Club — All welcome, Wednesdays 6.30pm Dargaville, gold coin donation. Phone Stephen 09 439 8819.
Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts now at Parenga Street (between the Menz Shed and My Accountants).
Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 022 025 0235 for further info.
Dargaville Bowling Club Tuesday Bowls — Names by 9.30am, start 10am, finish 2.30pm. Contact Ray King 09 439 5509.
Dargaville Contact Bridge Club — Tuesdays 12.45pm and Wednesdays 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.
Dargaville Firearm & Military Collectors Club — 3rd Wednesday every second month at Lions Club Hall, Hokianga Road, at 7.30pm. Phone Beau Bryers 021 038 9654.
Dargaville Floral Art Club — 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville. Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.
Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. Phone Brian or Barbara 09 439 5959.
Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years. Thursdays 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.
Dargaville Mainly Music — Interactive music and movement for preschoolers and their carers. Wednesdays 10am Baptist church, Victoria St, during term time. Contact Rebecca 021 969 626.
Dargaville Medieval Combat Club — Wednesday each week 6.30–8.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road. $15 per lesson. Equipment provided. Contact Kurt 022 622 7809.
Dargaville Menz Shed — Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday from 10am to noon. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.
Dargaville Museum — Open 7 days per week. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Phone 09 439 7555.
Dargaville Riverside Taha Awa Garden Trust Join them in overseeing the running of the Garden. Contact Sheena 021 439 157 or email dargavilleriversidegarden@gmail.com.
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Dargaville Scout Group — For boys and girls aged 5–99 years at 23 Onslow St. All info on door or phone
Johnnita 027 296 5889.
Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs — Games like Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer or other strategy games. Thursdays 6.30pm, Hokianga Road, upstairs above the cinema.
Dargaville Women’s Group — 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am for morning tea at The Methodist Church, Cnr Awakino Road & Normanby Street, Dargaville. Contact Michelle 09 439 2930.
Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — NW Boating Club, 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.
Housie — Every third Monday of the month at 1.30pm, Dargaville Bowling Club. Janice Allan 027 355 7434.
JP Service — Every Thursday at the Whanau Focus Office, 12–1pm, walk in only. Call or drop in for enquiries 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
Kaihu Valley Music Club — 3rd Sunday of the Month at Kaihu Hall on Woods Road. 1pm–4pm. Enquires to John or May 09 439 0827.
Kaipara Cycling — Calendar of Rides — Thursdays 3.15pm–5.15pm Junior Rides 10 years and older; 5.30pm–7pm Women’s Rides; 5.30pm–7pm Adult Rides. Meet at Time To, Normanby Street.
Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Contact 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.
Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Wednesday and Saturday. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 021 106 3635 or 09 439 4614.
Kumarani Creative Centre – Creative Dance! — 5pm Thursdays, 15 Onslow Street. For all ages and abilities, fun and inclusive. Koha.
Kumarani Productions — Tuesdays Circus Kids 5–10 years at 3.45pm–4.45pm, Youth Circus 10–18 years at 5pm–6.30pm and Dargaville Fire and Circus Jam 6.30pm–8pm. 15 Onslow St. Through school terms only. Koha.
Line dancing group for beginners — every Monday night 5.30pm–7.30pm at Dargaville Dalmatian Hall. Contact Donna 021 729 955.
Lions Club of Ruawai — 3rd Thursday of the month (social) and 1st Thursday of the month (business). Contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.
Lions Dargaville — 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John 09 439 5937. Maungaturoto AA Meeting — Mondays 7pm at the Holy Trinity Church, 134 Hurndall St East, Maungaturoto. Contact Carolyn 021 828 055.
Maungaturoto Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month. Winter we use the Centennial Hall in Maungaturoto. Other months we visit beautiful gardens in the area. New members welcome. Small annual fee of $15 to join — first 3 visits FREE. Please contact Gloria 021 100 8153 for more info.
Northern Wairoa Country Music Club — 1st Sunday of the month at the Scout Hall, 23 Onslow Street 1–4pm. Enquiries to Bruce 09 439 5513.
Northern Wairoa Genealogy Society — Learn how to trace your family history or understand DNA at Dargaville Museum, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606. Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. Contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155. NZ 60s Up Movement — Dargaville Social Meetings held at the Lighthouse Function Centre on 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560. Paparoa Box Fit — $10. Stretching/cardio/boxing. Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Wednesday 6–7pm. Paparoa Dance to Music — $5. Stretching/balance/ resistance bands/Zumba, Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Tuesday 10.30–11.30am. Paparoa Kids Fun Class — $5. Learning/Music/ Dodge Ball/Limbo, Paparoa Memorial Hall, Every Friday 3–4pm.
Peggy Purls in our Community — Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby St. Ring Charlene 09 439 6120. Petanque — social play. Mondays 9.15 till 11.30, $2, fun exercise, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.
Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.
Rotary Club of Dargaville — Weekly at 11.30–1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. Men and women. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.
RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.
Ruawai Bowling Club — new members welcome. For info call Alison 027 243 5454.
Ruawai Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.
Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Dalmatian Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634.
Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville. 10.30am–4pm, Tuesday and Friday. Contact Edith & Mike 021 439 675.
Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. 9am–10am, $10 per session. Call Tony 022 311 8447.
Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Wednesday 10am–noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm.
Te Kopuru Sewing & Craft Group — Coronation Hall, Norton Street, Te Kopuru every Saturday from 9am–noon. Gold coin koha for the hall. Contact Grace on 021 0858 2455.
Tinopai Craft Group — Mondays from 10.30–1pm at the Tinopai Community Hall. Phone Linda 09 280 9988.
Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.
59B LOGAN STREET NURSERIES, Succulents For Sale. Worm Tea also available. Phone 027 239 0772. Open everyday except Monday and Tuesday.
CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764.
DARGAVILLE MUSEUM presents ‘HAPPY HOLIDAYS’ Kevin Friedrich concert 1pm Sunday, 1st December. Lighthouse Function Centre. Adults $25. Children under 15yrs Free. Tickets at Dargaville Museum. Phone 09 439 7555.
SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
TOP SOIL, conditioned top quality. 100% suitable for vege gardens or new lawns. $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.
VEGETABLE SEEDLINGS for sale 50c-$3, Mt Wesley Gardens at 262B Mt Wesley Coast Road, Ph 021 0318526
CHURCH NOTICES
TE KOROWAI O IHU KARAITI MINISTRIES at the Church of the Nazarene, 4 Grey Street, Dargaville. Church service Sundays at 10.30am. Weekly except for school holidays: Maranga Mai, Wednesdays at 10.30am. Legacy/Man Up, Wednesdays from 6.30pm–8.30pm. Contact 021 136 5253 or tekorowai.ihu@gmail.com.
027 476 5458.
ENTERTAINMENT
‘HAPPY HOLIDAYS’ Kevin Friedrich Concert, 1pm Sunday, 1st December. Lighthouse Function Centre. Adults $25, children under 15yrs Free. Tickets at Dargaville Museum. Phone 09 439 7555.
PHONE
Closing date for classified advertising for the November 5 2024 edition is Monday, November
Monthly Market Saturday 2nd November 2024
Community Hall Hokianga Road Dargaville, opposite the Anzac Theatre.
8am till noon, Something for everyone. 09 439 7243
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
SECURITY
SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
SEPTIC TANK SERVICES
MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.
TRADE & SERVICES
ROOFING REPAIRS. Local to Dargaville area. Phone 027 273 8935.
TREE SERVICES
GARDENER AVAILABLE for Weed spraying, Trimming, Tree pruning and Tree removal. Phone Mike 022 480 1920
TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.
For all your Beef & Dairy requirements
Contact Bob on: 021 118 8266 bob.smith@nxfill.co.nz
Preliminary Notice
Dargaville Spring Cattle Fair Held at Dargaville Saleyards
Thursday 7th November 2024 12.30pm start
Approx. 400 Head
Detailed listing to follow
For Further Information please contact PGW Livestock Agents
Steve Harsant 027 497 9892 Chris Fife 027 495 1552
NURSERIES & PLANTS
GOT2GO PLANTS will be closed Friday 1st November until Friday 8th November and will be open until then and after the 7th November. 10am to 4pm Hedging shelter trees, shrubs and more. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. 09 439 5556 or 027 488 3400.
WORK WANTED
24 HOUR EMERGENCY call-out plumbing service. Contact James 021 0263 9558, Plumb Hub Northland Ltd. Servicing Hikurangi to Mangawhai.
ARANGA SCHOOL OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Part time - ($23 - $40 per hour) 15 hours a week - Monday and two other negotiable days. We are seeking a welcoming and highly organised office administrator to join our kura whānau, providing essential support to our students, whānau, staff, board and visitors. How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to The Principal, Cecilia Gray ceceg@aranga.school.nz by 5 pm, Friday 1st November.
AUGUST 1ST, 2024 | 5PM ARANGA HALL
DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL AKO TAUTOKO MANAGER
Dargaville High School seeks a special person to work within the Alternative Education Unit (Ako Tautoko). Ako Tautoko has been in operation at the High School for two years, providing bespoke pathways and awhi to a small student group.
A position is available within the Ako Tautoko team for a passionate person wanting to work in Alternative Education. 22.5 hours a week, with some flexibility around exact hours. Teaching experience preferred but not required. For more information please contact Marley Mackay, Deputy Principal, via email mmackay@darghigh.school.nz
Please send C.V. and covering letter to Dargaville High School, Plunket Street, Dargaville or email to: office@darghigh.school.nz
Closing date: 12pm 8th November 2024
PRISTINE BIOLOGICALS (NZ) LIMITED Dargaville
Process Staff (Full-time, fixed, on call) Monday – Friday with occasional Saturday work. Pristine Biologicals produces Bovine Serum for one of the largest manufacturers of vaccines in the world.
• Are you a dynamic go getter, with a passion to succeed in your job?
• Do you have the ability to work within a team and utilise your own initiative?
• Are you a think-outside-the-square individual whom can follow compliance and hygiene guidelines and adhere to health and safety regulations?
Having a Forklift licence, Mechanical Knowledge and a sense of humour would be advantageous but not essential.
If this sounds like you please email your CV and cover letter to: careers@pristine.co.nz
Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.
Applications close 1st November
CLASSIFIEDS PHONE 09 439 6933
SITUATIONS VACANT
DARGAVILLE AMBULANCE. Volunteers wanted. Contact Station Officer on 022 424 6685.
Caretaker Position
Part Time
20 Hours per week
4 hours per day
We are seeking a school caretaker to join our team at Ruawai Primary School.
This position requires a proactive, reliable person who is able to work in a child friendly environment. The successful applicant will have practical maintenance and basic building skills, be hard working, energetic and thorough, be able to communicate well and work unsupervised. The position requires to be a forward thinking “can do” person who will take pride in our School. Duties include general maintenance of the school buildings and equipment, including the Principals home which is located on the school grounds, maintaining the school grounds and swimming pool, and liaison with tradespeople.
A clean police record, a full drivers licence, good health, time management skills and flexibility are essential.
Applications close at 3.00pm on Friday 8 November 2024.
Please email your letter of application, skills and work history to principal@ruawai.school.nz or any enquiries, please phone 09 439 2307.
WANTED TO BUY
SUZUKI 4X4 Wanted to buy — parked, damaged or unwanted, Escudo Vitara/Grand Vitara. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
PUBLIC NOTICES
ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert. Next concert is the 7th of November 2024, first Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm. 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, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.
AN AFTERNOON of music with Kevin Friedrich & Friends.
‘HAPPY HOLIDAYS’ Family variety show. 1pm Sunday 1st December. Lighthouse Function Centre. Adults $25, children under 15 yrs Free. Tickets at Dargaville Museum. Phone 09 439 7555.
DARGAVILLE HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.
FAMILY VARIETY SHOW ‘HAPPY HOLIDAYS’ Kevin Friedrich and friends an afternoon of music and fun. 1pm Sunday 1st December. Lighthouse Function Centre. Adults $25. Children under 15 yrs Free. Tickets at Dargaville Museum. Phone 09 439 7555.
WAIKARA MARAE & Urupa Trust AGM. 9th November 2024, 10am–3pm. Trustee nominations will be taking place during the AGM. For further information please contact waikaramaorireservations@gmail.com.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING To be held on Tuesday 19th November 2024
AGM
MATAKOHE COMMUNITY GROUP INC
Tuesday 12th
November 7.30pm at the Matakohe Memorial Hall
All Welcome
DARGAVILLE BRIDGE CLUB
AGM
to be held at Memorial Park Kiosk Logan Street, Wednesday 6th November 6.30pm All welcome.
AGM
Monday 11th
NOVEMBER 2024, Start at 2.00pm Conference Room, Community Health Building
All Welcome
AGM
Pouto Papakainga (Pouto 2E6B2B4A block)
Date: Sunday 24th November 2024
Time: 10:00am
Venue: Rangitane Community Hall, Pouto AGENDA
Reports, Minutes of previous AGM (2023), Trust name, Elections - 3 vacancies (nominations close Tue 19th November), General business
Enquiries to Dene Holyoake 021 734 914 Or email: poutopapakaingatrust@gmail.com
OTAMATEA COMMUNITY SERVICES
BOARD MEMBERS WANTED
Are you interested in supporting a great team of staff and volunteers? This could be an opportunity to help your local community with a chance to know you are an important part of their future and ongoing success.
Otamatea Community services (OCS) are looking for Board Members to assist with the Governance of this great group who have a responsibility for Mangawhai, Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto, Paparoa, Pahi, Tinopai and Ruawai.
DEATH NOTICES
Douglas Walter Paul
Beloved Dad of Geraldine, Earle, Diana, Sheryl & Kathryn, Dad-in-law to Fenton & Jason. Loved Granddad of his 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren & 3 great-greatgrandchildren. Passed away quietly at Kauri Lifecare, Dargaville, 24th October 2024, aged 95. Now with his Saviour, Jesus. Service to be held at Mangere Lawn Cemetery Chapel, Auckland, Wednesday 30th October, 1pm.
THELMA AND CHARLIE PARKER EDUCATION TRUST
Kaurilands Skills Centre Trust AGM
27th November 2024
4pm start at Kaurilands Skills Centre (Barn) Phone 09 439 2140 or email: trust@kaurilandsskills.co.nz for more information
Western Sharks Rugby AGM
Wednesday 13th November 2024 7.30pm at the clubrooms, Murdoch Street, Dargaville. All members, players and supporters welcome Paul Sorensen (secretary) westernsharksrugby@gmail.com
The Board meet every third Wednesday each month at 11 am except for January and an AGM in late November. If you are not sure of what is required or are interested to learn please consider applying and assistance is available.
If you are interested please leave your name and contact details with our receptionist. Phone 09 431 9080.
If you are unsure please come to our AGM which will be on Tuesday 26th November at St John Hall Maungaturoto starting at 11am.
Kaipara District Council Proposed Temporary Road Closure
The applicant has withdrawn their application to close Kaipara roads for the Rally of Whangarei
Pursuant to the Local Government Act
1975 Schedule 10, 11(e) the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that Rally New Zealand has made an application to have roads within the Kaipara District closed on the day and at the times set out below for the purpose of holding the Rally of Whangarei.
Sunday 10 November 2024 from 7:30am until 4:00pm
• Burke Road from Paparoa Oakleigh Road to the intersection with Swamp Road
• Swamp Road from the intersection with Burke Road, to the intersection with Golden Stairs Road
• Golden Stairs Road from the intersection with Swamp Road, to the intersection with Finlayson Brook Road
• Finlayson Brook Road from the intersection with Golden Stairs Road, to the KDC / WDC Boundary.
Any objections to this proposal should be in the hands of the Kaipara District Council no later than 4:00pm Wednesday 16 October 2024 and will be considered at the next Council meeting. Kaipara District Council.
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, all completed applications must be delivered to Alistair Hammond of Hammonds Law by 5pm on Friday the 1st of November 2024.
Any enquiries should be directed to the High School office or to Alistair Hammond of Hammonds Law, Solicitors.
Otamatea Ward Representative Vacancy Kaipara Community Health Trust
The Kaipara District Council invites expressions of interest to fill the Otamatea Ward representative vacancy for the Kaipara Community Health Trust (KCHT).
KCHT’s objective is to ensure there are health services available locally for people in our community to access. The KCHT has been highly effective in protecting and enhancing the services available on the Dargaville Hospital site. You will be able to build on this legacy through good governance, ensuring that the Trust’s current assets are well-managed for current and future community needs.
Kaipara District Council is seeking to appoint a community trustee from residents in the area known as the Otamatea Ward. You will join the other members in quarterly meetings of the Trust and other sub-committee meetings as required. This is an unpaid volunteer position appointed by the mayor, which may be eligible for reimbursement of certain travel expenses.
We are seeking expressions of interest from individuals who embodies the following qualities:
• Experience: You may have experience in healthcare, governance, community service, or a related field, making you well-equipped to contribute effectively to KCHT’s mission.
• Community-Minded: You have a strong connection to the local community, with a deep understanding of their specific healthcare needs and the potential opportunities for improvement.
• Commitment: You are committed to dedicating your time and effort to make a positive impact, ensuring that local healthcare services are accessible and responsive to community needs.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in collaborative environments, working collectively with other Trust members to achieve common goals.
If you are passionate about the provision of local health services in Dargaville, please express your interest by writing to Kevin Whitehead at The Hub Unit 6/6 Molesworth Drive, Kaipara, Mangawhai 0505; or by emailing kwhitehead@kaipara.govt.nz. Please detail why you are interested in becoming a Trustee and the skills that you would bring which might benefit the Trust. Experience as a chairperson may be valuable.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Kevin on 09 439 1141 or by email.
Expressions of interest close on 10 November 2024.
The Southern (Te Kopuru) Football Club Inc.
Our vendor has found their next dream property and is keen to see this one sold. Located just 8 minutes from Dargaville township, this thoughtfully designed four-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers a blend of comfort and functionality The property features distinctive Macrocapa French doors that open into a formal lounge, complete with an inviting open fireplace—a perfect spot for relaxing on cooler evenings. The heart of the home is a well-appointed kitchen designed with entertainers in mind With strategic layout and ample space, it caters effortlessly to both everyday meals and larger gatherings. By-fold windows open directly to a spacious rear courtyard, seamlessly merging indoor and outdoor living for your convenience
Set on a generous 2.23 hectares, the property is framed by mature trees and gardens, creating a serene and picturesque setting. At the rear, a large multi-purpose shed originally purpose built stables stands ready for a variety of uses Whether you need space for horses, hay storage, or firewood, this versatile building meets your needs.
If you’re seeking a tranquil rural retreat with ample space and modern comforts, this is a must-see
