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Getting into character
by Kim Munro
International Literacy Day was marked by Ruawai College with a week-long programme of activities to bring a local context to the worldwide UNESCO event and enrich the language experience of students
Main Coachline to continue
Main Coachline is set to carry on with its service between Dargaville and Auckland …
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NOMINATION PAPER To:
Electoral Officer, Kaipara District Council PO Box 5135, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141 A. For the nominat ors to complet e: We, the undersigned electors of the Kaipara District Council First names
NED O P T S PO UNTIL 2015 (Dargaville Ward) hereby
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with his/her consent, as a candidate for the office of councillor for the Dargavill appointed for Thursday 1 November 2012. e Ward the by-election for which is Dated at this day of 2012.
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Celebrating Literacy Day, Ruawai College students dressed as their favourite book character
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An international author, a nationally acclaimed poet, a library curator and special events such as a spelling bee all added to the experience. Paul Diamond, curator of the Maori collection at the Alexander Turnbull Library in Wellington visited the college along with well-known teenage fiction writer, Stacy Gregg, who conducted writing workshops, while poet, Paul Burrell, spent a morning with years 8, 9 and 10 at the college. Throughout the week English teacher, Sarra Harvey, ran a popular ‘all American style spelling bee’ competition and library manager Lisa Salter organised a caption competition.
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After 75 years, Munn’s say ‘thank you’
in order
After celebrating their 75th anniversary last year, the iconic Dargaville retailers have made the decision to close the doors
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Walking out west
Thirty three walking enthusiasts enjoyed the outdoors and got off the beaten track with the Dargaville walking group recently …
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Munn’s Furniture and Furnishings is the legacy of George Munn who opened his first store in Dargaville in 1936 with 400 pounds. Employing up to ten staff at its peak and with three generations of the family serving behind the counter — their success over the years is testament to friendly service, quality product and commitment to the community. Their customers have also spanned the generations. Families have loyally supported their local professionals down through the years and many a household in the Kaipara are proud owners of furniture and flooring from the Munn stores.
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Young ambassadors from left: Damian Rowe, Otamatea High School, Lara Ware, Otamatea High School, Sierra Tane, Dargaville High School, Katie Humm (winner), Dargaville High School, Ciara Swords (runner-up), Bream Bay College, Cassandra Mitchell, Otamatea Christian School, Thomas Barnsley, Dargaville High School
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Training Evenings at Moerewa! It’s called commitment
We had a great start to the week, and were very privileged to have attended the Northland v Manawatu game at Toll Stadium with our Sponsor Stan Semenoff, Hilders Livestock and United Livestock. The boys were well looked after by Stan, feed and watered and showed their appreciation by doing the Haka for Stan at full time. We have a big weekend in front of us playing Auckland West on Saturday at 3pm and Sunday Auckland East 11am, Waipu Rugby Grounds. This is also to defend the Shield which is currently held by Northland. The boys will also be organising a sausage sizzle as a fundraiser. We have been approached by NRM who are so kindly running a promotional fundraiser for our Squad. We are begging all Northland Farmers to purchase NRM specified products through Farmlands: Dargaville, Kaitaia and Waipapa between the period of 10th — 21st September 2012. They are willing to donate $1.00 for every Moozlee, Grow Up 20%, Grow Up 16%, Ready Rumen, Power Whey. If every
Otamatea Christian School and Bream Bay College were judged on academic achievement, sporting performance and community involvement as well as an interview and a five-minute speech. Katie will compete in the Young Ambassadors 202K final in Auckland in October.
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In writing this we have only 23 days until we head off on our Journey to Orakei Domain in Auckland for the NRM Roller Mills Rugby Tournament 2012.
Dargaville High School student, Katie Humm, was awarded $1,000 as first prize at the Zone 3 Young Ambassadors ceremony held recently at the Memorial Park kiosk in Dargaville with second prize of $200 going to Ciara Swords from Bream Bay College. The seven contestants from Dargaville High School, Otamatea High School,
Farmer in the Northland Region gets behind this Promotion it would be massive for our Squad. We would love your Support! Management of the Northland Roller Mills is appealing to Northland Rugby supporters and local communities to get behind and come on board with this exciting venture. “We have just launched our own Face Book page Northland Roller Mills which you can check out and see some really cool photos, which will keep our families and communities updated on the boys’ progress” said Catherine Stewart the Northland Roller Mills Manager. Thank you to our sponsors: Stan Semenoff Livestock, Hilders Livestock Kaikohe, United Livestock Whangarei, NRM, Dr JG Hawley Warkworth, RD1, ITM Dargaville, Carters: Maungaturoto, Mangawhai, Kerikeri and Warkworth, Copthorne Omapere, Silver Fern Farms, Beauty Craft Maungaturoto, Master Craft Kitchens, Rock Up Adventures, Ellecee Café, Long Flat Bacon, Farmlands, Maungaturoto Hotel, Gas Maungaturoto, Rob Dickens Maungaturoto, Taipa Area School, Rodney Sub-Union Rugby, Seaweed Solutions, McCoy Thomas Dargaville, Kamo Denture Clinic, Tomarata Rugby Club, Ruawai JMB Rugby, McCoy Thomas Whangarei, Ravensdown, Matakohe Passenger Transport Ltd, Otamatea College, Paparoa Hotel, Bunnings Whangarei, Northland Rugby Union and the Northland Newspapers for their support.
Paparoa ‘the village in the valley’ is marking the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Albertland settlers in the Kaipara harbour with three days of festivities at Labour weekend. The organising committee chair Graham Taylor says registrations are filling fast and local accommodation providers say booking early is recommended. “A couple of Bed and Breakfasts in Paparoa still have spaces and several families are willing to billet people but people need to get in quick,” says committee member in charge of registrations, Roybn Skelton. The Albertland settlers arrived in the Kaipara from 1862 onwards in a series of ships sailing from England. They settled a total of 70,000 acres of land around the Northern Kaipara, including Port Albert, Pahi, Paparoa, Whakapirau and Maungaturoto. Each adult received 100 acres of land, with an addition of 20 acres for each
child, from the colonial government of the time, and many of their descendents still farm the original grants to this day. The Paparoa celebrations will feature a street parade, a dance, a landing reenactment and a banquet among many other activities. The organising committee began preparations 18 months ago and they are now meeting weekly to ensure the success of the weekend. “It’s not just for people that have Kaipara heritage connections — we’re involving the whole community with events to suit everyone,” says Mr Taylor. There will be additional charges for some events, including the planned Bush Dance and a banquet featuring the best of Kaipara produce. Contact Skelton’s Paparoa Drapery (09 431 7306) for registration and details or visit www.paparoa.org.nz.
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Main Coachline to continue
Getting into character The week’s activities came to a colourful conclusion at the end of the week when staff and students were invited to come to school dressed as a favourite book character. “I chose Alice in Wonderland as my favourite book character because I grew up reading the story and I really enjoyed it — I think Alice is a fun character,” said year 12 student, Anna Beale. “The school rose to the occasion and many weird and wonderful and hilarious characters populated the college’s classrooms and roamed the corridors and playing areas,” added Head of English, Huw Turner. “This certainly gives us something to build on for the future. Obviously we take literacy very seriously and have a responsibility to enhance the language experience of our students. It was very heartening to see students getting excited about spelling and taking the trouble to come to school dressed as a favourite book character.” The theme for UNESCO International Literacy Day this year is literacy and peace, adopted to demonstrate the multiple uses and value that literacy brings to people.
Main Coachline is set to carry on with its well patronised passenger service between Dargaville and Auckland much to the relief of many in the district. Pieter and Audrey Fakkers had decided to call it a day and place the business on the market, following a spate of ill health for Pieter earlier this year. However, Pieter, who is the main coach driver, has made a recovery and is able to continue with the service with assistance from another driver. “I stopped driving due to ill health but I’m pleased to report I now have clearance from the doctor.” The buses have been carrying backpackers, parcels, packages and even flowers between Dargaville and Auckland for over 20 years. Pieter also collects students on Friday afternoons from eight boarding schools around Auckland, delivers them home and then drives them back to school Sunday night.
Pieter who has been the sole driver for 12 years will be assisted by a new driver who will share the schedule. There are two changes to the coach timetable, the Friday 9.30am Auckland to Dargaville service has been cancelled and there will be no Friday 1.30pm Dargaville to Auckland service. Aside from these two changes, the service will run as normal.
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After 75 years, Munn’s say ‘thank you’ “My father, George, was apprenticed to a builder but the dust aggravated his chronic asthma and had to give it up. He tried to find a job in Auckland but it was hard times and had no success. “When he heard that Mr Davey wanted to sell his furniture retail business in Dargaville he borrowed the money and bought the business. That was in 1936,” says Don Munn. By 1938 George’s brother Maurice had come on board along with younger brother Reg. The trio were joined in the 1950s by the next generation, Don and Graeme. Don’s wife, Noeline, joined the sales team in 1975 when the new two-storied showroom building was opened and the flooring business allied with Flooring Xtra and moved across the road into the old Hobson County Council building. George Munn not only survived the Great Depression but went on to build a reputation in town for good quality furniture and carpets at fair prices through sheer hard work and good old fashioned business acumen. “The planned succession for Shane, the third generation of the family, to carry
on Munn’s Furniture and Furnishings, was stalled because of a serious decline in business due to the recession and a rising cost of living,” says Mr Munn. “Along with this, all residents in our town and district are now being faced with the prospect of increased property rates also affecting disposable incomes and has given rise to concern about an uncertain future for the business and its future owners.
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“It is with great sadness that we have had to make the decision to close the doors after 76 years of providing house furnishings, service and support to our community. “Thank you Dargaville for your support.” Munns Flooring Xtra, under new management of Gerard and Lorraine Munn, another third generation of the family, will continue trading as normal.
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A new strategy for tourism
Scholarship opportunity
by Kim Munro
The new Kauri Coast Tourism Development Group (KCTDG) is a tourism promotion initiative with a difference While the principal aim of the KCTDG is to increase visitors to the kauri coast, their focus is on adopting an overarching strategic approach to support tourism in Northland as a whole. The group collectively provides business acumen, knowledge and experience in the tourism industry, and has been working together for over 12 months. The members are owner of Waipoua Lodge, Ian Farrant, CEO of Matakohe Museum, Betty Nelley and owner of Copthorne Hokianga and Footprints Waipoua, Shane Lloydd. Together with James Brackenbury, who represents Dargaville and surrounds, the group brings a strong representation to the regional picture through their role on the Northland Tourism Development Group. “This is a really exciting opportunity and is gaining a very positive momentum. We are adopting a strategic, collaborative and cohesive approach to strengthen the awareness and promotion of the kauri coast as a whole. Although a strategic approach is not a new concept, it has been difficult to achieve in the past, but now it’s happening,” says member, Ian Farrant. The group works with tourism industry
Left to right: Ian Farrant, Betty Nelley and Shane Lloyd
groups throughout Northland including the newly formed Economic Development Agency (EDA) which has replaced Enterprise and Destination Northland. KCTDG member Shane Lloydd is tourism sector representative for the Northland Economic Advisory Group (NEAG) and will provide a strong voice for Northland and the Kaipara. The NEAG, which comprises 14 representatives across the major economic sectors, is an advisory group to the EDA which promotes tourism and economic development in Northland. “The recent changes within the key tourism industry structure has provided an ideal platform for the group to launch a promotional strategy for the region.” “Our aim is to work collaboratively with a diverse range of interested
IS DARGAVILLE
Over the last five or six years Otorohanga has managed to dramatically reduce youth unemployment, and in doing so has managed to significantly reduce the amount of antisocial behaviour such as youth crime and graffiti. The change began about seven years ago when a small group from the local community decided to investigate why Otorohanga district school leavers were not taking up locally available trade jobs and apprenticeships. They discovered that young people were leaving Otorohanga to take up pre-employment qualifications and study elsewhere. So, with Mayor Dale Williams at the helm, the group decided to establish the Otorohanga Trade Training Centre in partnership with the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec). Research was undertaken to identify the industries with the greatest uptake of apprentices, and specific courses were developed to train school leavers in skills that local employers needed. Some employers even guaranteed jobs following the completion of certain courses. Dale Williams says it all began because Otorohanga businesses had grown so desperate for workers that many were thinking seriously about leaving town.
“Employers were all asking the same thing,” Dale says. “How come our local kids weren’t applying for local jobs and apprenticeships.”
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parties as an increase in numbers to the region also benefits non-tourism businesses, for example supermarkets and petrol stations.” Mr Farrant stresses that ‘the group does not seek to replace the work of community groups or how they represent themselves.’ The first initiative is the coordination of the kauri coast composite advertorial which will feature from the Brynderwyn to the Hokianga in a dedicated Northland supplement in the NZ Herald, September 11. “This is a great opportunity and has been well supported — we booked four pages but have now taken a fifth!” A new kauricoast.com website to showcase the kauri coast has been commissioned by the KCTDG.
Secondary students living in Mangawhai, Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto and Paparoa are eligible to apply for the Maungaturoto and Districts Rotary Club, President Scholarship. The successful applicant will receive $1,000 to go towards tertiary education, not limited to universities but polytechnics and other recognised courses as well. “One of the purposes of Rotary is to actively encourage youth and this is another way that we are helping in this area,” says President of Maungaturoto and Districts Rotary Club, Keith Shadbolt. Students that are involved in community work, sports, arts or academic achievement will be considered and can collect an application from their school offices.
Dargaville High School students have been giving up their lunch times and weekends to practise for their up and coming play, The Real Inspector Hound, written by Tom Stoppard David Bargh, Principal
“What we found,” says Dale, “was that kids were leaving the district to do apprenticeships and study elsewhere — and these kids were never coming back.” At the end of the day it is education that is the real winner here; living proof of what we know to be true — that educating people, to whatever level, brings its own rewards, to the individual and to the wider community. At present there is group in Dargaville, co-ordinated by Andrew Wade, taking the first steps along this path. One of the initiatives is to provide a supervised space for apprentices to do the theory in their workbooks. This is one of the big stumbling blocks that they have to overcome to complete their qualification. Can this be a success story that we here in Dargaville will be motivated enough to emulate? A number of our Drama students will be putting on a performance of “The Real Inspector Hound”. This is a multi-dimensional dark comedy (a play within a play). The hilarious dialogue and deeper meaning will appeal to a wide audience. The performances will take place in our Drama Room at 7:30pm on the 14th and 15th of September. Prices are $10 for Adults and $5 for students.
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Set in the ’60s, the play is a comedic ‘whodunit’ where two critics, Birdboot and Moon, are drawn into the murderous plot. Director and drama teacher, Kate Davison, said rehearsals have been going well and students taking part have connected with the material. “They seemed to click with the style of the comedy — it’s quite strange and quirky, a bit The drama club pose in character for their up and coming play over the top and a bit dark 7.30. Tickets are $10 per adult, $5 per as well.” The play will be held in the school’s student and can be purchased through drama room on September 14 and 15 at the school office or on the door.
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Council elections postponed by Kim Munro
Elections for the Kaipara District Council have been postponed until 2015 This is a major provision in the Terms of Reference which have been laid down for the four Commissioners who now effectively govern the Kaipara district. Triennial KDC elections were supposed to take place along with the rest of the country, in October next year. The commissioners will remain in place until the day after the new council is elected at an election set to take place in 2015. Appointed to take over the debt-beleaguered council are John Robertson (chair), Richard Booth, Colin Dale and Peter Winder. They were briefed last week by Greg Gent, the chair of the Review Team which had been appointed by the Minister of Local Government, David Carter, in the wake of the KDC declared debt of $80 million. Incurred in part by the Mangawhai Wastewater Scheme, the debt and proposed rate rises sparked a ratepayers revolt, with threats to withhold their payments. Mr Gent said his briefing centred around recommendations laid out in the review team’s report to government last month. “I came away from our meeting feeling very enthusiastic and reassured,” he added. “Engaging with the community was highlighted as being very important. Kaipara has some big issues to work through but I have every confidence that the commissioners will be doing so very methodically, thoroughly and professionally.” “Our role has now ceased and on behalf of the
for dealing with invalidly set rates and other legal compliance matters.’ They will ‘identify the capacity of the Mangawhai Community Wastewater Scheme, whether it is fit for purpose and the ideal funding model for the scheme for the future. This work is to have regard to the findings from the Auditor-General’s Inquiry into the Mangawhai Community Wastewater Scheme.’ The commissioners are also required to, ‘begin initial engagement with the community and iwi to rebuild confidence and trust in the council. This may include the establishment of community and iwi reference groups.’ The full terms of reference are available at the Department of Internal Affairs website: www.dia.govt.nz
NOMINATION PAPER To:
Electoral Officer, Kaipara District Council PO Box 5135, Wellesley Street, Auckland
1141
A. For the nomina tors to comple te: We, the undersigned electors of the Kaipara District Council First names
(Dargaville Ward) hereby
Surname
nominate:
Residential Address
with his/her consent, as a candidate for the office of councillor for the Dargavi appointed for Thursday 1 November 2012. lle Ward the by-election for which is Dated at this day of 2012. g
ED N O P T POS UNTIL 2015
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being eligible for election , hereby consent to the above nomination, and confirm the Local Electoral Act 2001 that I am eligible in terms (for criteria please see over). of section 25 of Please tick the circles beside the statements below which apply to you. • I am a parliamentary elector at the address given in section A • I am a New Zealand citizen by birth or naturalization ceremony I wish my name to be shown on the voting document as:
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tion or group) to be shown
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as:
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day of
2012
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lectoral official
The receipt given in respect
of this nomination paper
Note: • Completed nomination papers
does not constitute an
acknowledgement that
the nomination paper is
must be in the hands of the electoral officer or an electoral official no later ber 2012. than
Wednesday 12 Septem
• The $200 deposit is payable by cash or by cheque (to Independent Election Services • Please read the other side of Ltd). this paper
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review team, I would like to thank the many people of the Kaipara who have given up their time to assist us with our work.” The Department of Internal Affairs has established terms of reference for the commissioners set out in four phases covering from now until 2015. Their tasks include ‘to work through issues raised by council’s Annual Report and Long Term Plan that relate to the financial risks faced by the council’ and to ‘undertake actions to enforce the payment of 2012/2013 rates and any unpaid rates from previous years.’ Commissioners are directed to ‘work with the Kaipara community and ratepayers and the Department of Internal Affairs to identify options
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Council seeks new funding source Kaipara District Council has decided to join the Local Government Funding Agency in order to gain access to cheaper loans Council is $80 million in debt with the majority of that debt currently held by banks. In a recent letter to council Audit NZ stated that, ‘council is reliant on the continued support of its bankers, with at least one possible breach of its banking covenants.’ “There is a big difference in the interest rates charged by the bank and those charged by debt provided via the LGFA. We estimate council will save in the order of $250,000 to $350,000 a year by having access to this funding source,” said chief executive, Steve Ruru. The LGFA which is owned by local and central government is supported by a Joint and Several Liability guarantee. “Council will join the LGFA as a guaranteeing local authority. If it did not join as a guaranteeing member it would have been unable to access loans of more than $20 million,” added Mr Ruru. He acknowledged that “during consultation on the Long Term Plan
some were concerned about joining as a guaranteeing member. They thought it might put council at risk from having to bail out other indebted councils.” Mr Ruru added, “while there was a guarantee being provided the chances of it ever being utilised were minimal.” LGFA chief executive, Phil Combes said that, “councils who join as a guarantor effectively agree to guarantee the company’s financial obligations to its bond holders. The guarantee will never be called unless LGFA defaults on its obligations — the ‘default risk’ is regarded as extremely unlikely.” “There are multiple forms of funding and security in place and these are provided by all local authorities who borrow through the agency. These arrangements allow the LGFA to draw upon the resources of all local authorities to avoid defaults should a problem ever arise,” said Mr Ruru. “We haven’t joined the LGFA yet — this is something that we will be looking to work through in the next few months.”
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Maize Seminar
Please join us at the Commercial Hotel between 12:30pm - 3pm on Thursday 20th September for a discussion re all things Maize. We will have short presentations on the day from the following suppliers: • Pioneer • Nufarm • AgPac • Ballance Agri-Nutrients
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Hunting not just for men Terrie Vazey made history at the annual Aratapu Tavern wild boar hunt being the first woman to successfully get a boar since the category was added to the competition four years ago. Broadie Ruatara also achieved a first as it is the only time an under 16 year old has successfully hunted a pig at the Aratapu competition. The hunt began midnight Friday in secret hunting spots around Northland and ended at Aratapu Tavern on Sunday afternoon for festivities and prize giving. “It was a great success for the hunters — they brought back the most pigs this year with 14 boars as well as the first lady and junior to actually get a pig,” says proprietor of the tavern, Donice Hall- Terrie Vazey, the first woman to be successful at hunting a boar at Aratapu Tavern Morris. Carl Wrathall took home $500 for heaviest boar weighing in at 68.5 kilograms and he also snagged the prize for average weight. Around 100 enthusiasts joined the hunters to celebrate with a spit roast, ice cold beers and tunes played by Urban Country from Ruawai.
KCRA Comment on Commissioners Terms of Reference as Announced The Kaipara Citizens and Ratepayers Association (KCRA) deplores the absence, from the terms of reference for the newly appointed Commissioners, of instructions to pursue accountability for what went wrong in Kaipara District Council. KCRA had asked the Minister in writing: • that as well as addressing the future, the Commissioners be directed not to sweep the past under the carpet. • that they independently, fully and transparently investigate the actions and inactions of the Council’s former and current members, employees, contractors, consultants, advisors and auditors, and Audit New Zealand. • that the terms ensure they had no conflict of duties that would interfere with getting redress, including against the Audit Office. The terms leave it unclear whether the Commissioners can do any of that. The KCRA will ask the Commissioners whether they think they have any conflicts, and what priority they will place on accountability. It is neither fair nor reasonable to burden citizens and ratepayers with unsustainable and illegal debt if those who incurred it are not held accountable. KCRA notes that despite the illegalities the Terms of Reference ‘phase one’ directs that the Commissioners are to: undertake actions to enforce the payment of 2012/13 rates and any unpaid rates from previous years; Consequently, a ratepayer petition re-enforcing KCRA’s demands to the Minister is to be launched this week. It will be available throughout the Kaipara. Call 09 431 9101 or 09 439 8519, or e-mail kcrassn@gmail.com, See also www.kcra.org.nz to sign. Ron Manderson Chair KCRA
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Ray White Mangawhai has recently been purchased by Kaye and Stewart McElwain. Kaye began her career with Ray White in Auckland and has 11 years’ experience in real estate sales and marketing and has worked in real estate in the Kaipara for over seven years. She has received many awards over the years including the top salesperson for Mangawhai for the year 2011 to 2012 as well as number one salesperson nationally for settled deals for April to June 2012. Owning a business has been a long held desire for Kaye and Stewart. “I have my eyes firmly focussed on a new set of goals for both my clients and the team in the office along with my husband Stewart who will be taking a ‘behind the scenes’ mentoring role.”
Bee Gees tribute band, the Gee Bees, reminded around 150 baby boomers what it felt like to dance until their muscles ached at the Mangawhai Club in the weekend. “It was absolutely brilliant, everyone had a fantastic time. The whole show was so professional, they packed the dance floor all night,” says club manager, Wayne Williams. The tribute band sang two sets, delighting Bee Gees fans with their white disco suits and sparkling grins. Mangawhai resident, Alison Cox said a highlight for her was when the tribute band diverted from the Bee Gees to perform YMCA and asked the audience to remind them of the legendary moves causing one man to lead the way on a table top. Before the show, fans enjoyed a buffet with mouth watering roasts, a wide variety of seafood, sides and dessert put on by the club caterers. “Everyone was raving about it, and I know I’ve got sore feet from dancing,” says Alison.
Walking out west
Thirty three walking enthusiasts enjoyed the outdoors and got off the beaten track with the Dargaville walking group recently. The trek began at the Kai Iwi Lakes and ventured across Waikare Farms where farm manager, Bruce Clare, kindly turned off electric fences to let the group pass through. It continued along the beach to Maunganui Bluff then looped back through farmland taking a total of three and a half hours. The group spotted a stingray basking in the shallows along the beach, petrified kauri and black swans swimming in the farm lakes. The walking group is informal and social, meeting once a month. Contact Maxine Stringer, 09 439 7815, or Lynley Thompson, 09 439 5119, for more information.
Sisters, Laraine Gray and Alison Cox with the tribute band members, John, Tony and Paul
Letters to the editor Northern Wairoa Memorial Hall The Editor, An open letter to The Trustees of the Dargaville Community Cinema Charitable Trust. The authority you claim to have to desecrate the Northern Wairoa Memorial Hall is very doubtful. It is not to be used as a cinema entrance. The Northern Wairoa Memorial Hall was built by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and erected in Dargaville as a memorial to the 258 members of the New Zealand armed services who made the supreme sacrifice and were unable to return to their families. Their names are on the Memorial Wall outside the Nothern Wairoa Returned Services Association clubrooms and are also embroidered with their family names on the large New Zealand flag inside the War Memorial Hall. The hall is registered in Wellington and is subject to the rules governing it’s use, predominately that it is not to be used for commercial gain or profit. If there should be any surplus it has to be donated to a recognised charity. The Kaipara District Council do not own this hall and at best acts as guardian for maintenance and overseeing it’s correct use. When the cinema stunt was discussed at a recent KDC monthly meeting, KDC were asked
to guarantee a loan being raised by the Dargaville Community Cinema Charitable Trust. This was agreed in council with the mayor saying that there was not to be any cost to the ratepayers. There needs to be a substantial rethink on this issue with the KDC and the Northern Wairoa Memorial Hall taken out of it. J.A. Bull Dargaville (Abridged – Ed).
Community must be involved Dear Sir, I have earlier congratulated Greg Gent and his team on their report. I have consistently gone public in suggesting that the Minister of local Government ensure that commissioners to be appointed include community members who have deep local knowledge. Here is one important reason, the Mangawhai Endowment Fund Act 1986 is a very important foundation stone for both the Kaipara and Mangawhai Districts. Historically this fund stretches back to 1860 when harbour fees were charged for shipping access. When the councils were merged according to the
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Ellsworthy plan, deeply criticised by Mangawhai residents, the fund required its very own Act of Parliament. This fund has been used to finance community projects, ie the land where the skatepark is, and assist the Mangawhai Harbour Restoration Society. When I was Chairman of the Society it came to my attention that this fund was being mismanaged at best. The trustees of this fund were successive Mayors and Councillors. As well, as Chairman of the MHRS it was clear that the MHRS annual levy was insufficient to fund the work, pay the interest on the MHRS loan and reduce the indebtedness. It is public record that when I became Chairman of the MHRS the Society owed $982,000 bank debt and $130,000 to creditors. Today the society owes very little comparatively. Our community use the frequently quoted statement, ‘The Health of our Harbour is the Health of our Community’ and we the community continue to pay the annual levy of $78.40 per annum. As Mr Gent’s report says and I quote him ‘the Commissioners will have to establish strong community links’ because our communities trust in the KDC on many fronts has been smashed. G. J. Mackenzie Ratepayer
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‘Back ta reality ona farm’ Hey, gidday, me Billy Border Colly here agin an’ tell yer wot, its all change ona farm eh? I tole yer about our neat winta, wiv tha Boss away in Inglind and Frarnce. Me an’ ’is girlfren’ Sharlene an’ her Mum hada high ole time. Makin’ hay whila sun shon, is wot Mum corled it. Yep, I shore did cos’ Mum fed me briskit an’ stuff, an I stacked on a bitta wait. Thena Boss come home, an for a cupla weeks it wuz orl OK because he’s bin gittin inta a bita French queesine he reckined. Patay an’ pidgin an’ lots sumthin’ corled foy grass. Anyway, he stacked on some poun’s too. Well, I reckin that’s orl come ta a screamin’ halt now, cos’ we just hada populashin exploshin here ona proppitty. Yep, the woolies bin droppin lambs all over up ina hilly country, an’ down ona dairy block, there’s blimmin calves all over. Boss wuz tellin ’is mates ata pub (I wuz ona tray ofa ute beside tha pub door an’ I herd wot they wuz sayin’. Don’t wurry, I won’t tell Sharlene evrything eh Boss?) Boss rekins he’s had darn near 150 per sent lambin so far. Anyway, we gotta a lotta lambs an’ Boss has bin getting’ up at wot he corls sparrafart, ina dark eh? An we havta walk tha lambin beat orl over tha hills. Boy, ya shudda sen the pounds droppin off botha us. We’d git back ta tha house aroun’ smoko time and Boss’d jus’ hava cuppatea an’ a cupla sannies an’ we’d be off ta tha dairy block at Rooawhy ta see how tha managa there wuz doin’ wiv the carvin. Boss sed it’s “bina pritty good result Dog,” an’ I believe ’im. Acterly I like ta stay ona backa tha ute wen we goes there cos sum of them freezin cows kin
getta a bit stroppy if I gets too close ta the carves. There’s nota problem wiv tha woolies eh? There Mums also git a bit annoyed win I check outa cupla twins, but, heh heh, I’m a bit kwiker than a blimmin sheep eh. But them cows gotta bluddy big hoof, an I leave’s them ta the big blue heeler that tha farm manager, Bob, got frum Astrailya. Anyway, aroun’ lunctime, we heds back to tha house an Sharlene. But its far cry frum whena Boss was away. I used ta get a bone from Mum at lunctime, leftova from last nites roast. Not now tho’ cos Mum’s gone backta Orklind. Boss keeps eyein’ me an’ tellin Sharlene I needs ta “lose a bitta condishin.” Well, Sharlene give’s me a wink win she hears this eh. “Yes DEAH,” she tells a Boss, an’ thin she serve’s him upa a bowla soop an a bitta tohst fer ’is lunch.
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With this message from the Review Team chair, Greg Gent, the council then adopted the Plan by majority vote. I believe the Kaipara District is still facing Armageddon. The council’s consultants and bureaucrats are still forging ahead with the District Plan, in particular Variation 1 (Landscapes) which is a major threat to private property
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Randells Suzuki 8 Kapia St, Dargaville Phone 09 439 6952 Offer valid until 28 September 2012. Normal lending criteria apply, ask us for full details and cost. Offer not available in conjunction with any other promotion. Documentation fee $322, 1/3 deposit. 1/3 in 12 months and the final 1/3 payment in 24 months.
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New model scores an A grade with farmers Valtra tractors are stepping up to a new level of power and performance this year with their new A series making waves in the rural industry The new range promises to bring cutting edge technology to the 65–100 horsepower sector of the market, and despite their small overall size the A83 and A93 are packed with both power and features. Chief among these is an industry leading clutchless transmission system — a ‘powershift’ which seamlessly delivers torque as it’s needed without the use of traditional transmission components. That means ease of use, as well as less parts to wear out over years of hard farm use… a win–win situation. Agco Valtra specialist Greg Keenan says this isn’t the only feature which is new to the A series — discerning farmers will find all manner of small design tweaks throughout, putting the smaller A in line with the more powerful Valtra N and T series. Versatility is the key, allowing the A series to fulfil more roles around the farm, connect with more machinery, and thus increase the owner’s bottom line.
An example of this innovative thinking is the automatic handbrake system fitted to the A series. When the tractor is in park, the handbrake is engaged every time — making the A series safer to use and safer to service. “Almost everyone has driven their tractor with the handbrake on by mistake, causing it to burn out,” says Mr Keenan. “Making it operate automatically is a great service feature, and it simplifies using the A series day to day.” The PTO lever has been replaced for similar reasons, and now takes the form of
a button on the tractor’s main console. Valtra have already experienced great success and demand for the new A series across Europe, a challenging environment where the new tractor excels. Leading UK farming magazine Farmer’s Weekly has described the A series as “a tractor that packs a lot of features and systems into its diminutive frame”. Now the new Valtra is here in New Zealand, and is available to view at Northland Machinery. Stop by to talk to their friendly machinery
For a healthy herd and healthy profits “Versatility is the key, allowing the A series to fulfil more roles around the farm”
Leading technology... ADFmilking’s award-winning product is the first to introduce a system that fully automates the dipping of cows’ teats and flushing of liners.
TokaToka ConTraCTing
Available exclusively from
Bulk Fertiliser Spreading Give us a call now
We supply and cart crushed & non-crushed limestone All enquiries welcome – FREE QUOTES John Dreadon 09 439 2211 or 021 273 2571 Kevin Dreadon 09 439 2995 or 021 273 2572
Your Local 24/7
REFRIGERATION TEAM
Paul Emsden
Jon Walker
professionals about how the A series can help you on your farm.
Bruce Metzener
Subject to multiple patent applications.
Ph 09 439 8248 Beach Rd, Dargaville
Keep your farm PUMPING this Spring Plumbing & Heating mbing and Heating are your local specialists for
Water Pumps • Submersible Pumps • Effluent and Pit Pumps & Water Purification
The one-stop-shop for your farm - solar hot water and gas heating systems for dairy - water tanks and treatment - drainage - septic systems - and more!
Paul Dickens
Do you comply with FONTERRA milk chiller guidelines?
Residential • Rural • Commercial… we do it ALL!
Milk should be at 18oC by the end of milking — is your chiller up to the job?
WE CAN MAKE IT HAPPEN! Also • cool rooms • heat pumps • air conditioning
Real local service! CALL 09 439 7172 ANY TIME – We’re there to help!
102 Jervois street, rD2, Dargaville, Po BoX 377
0800 326 123 09 439 6124 sales@plumbingandheat.co.nz www.plumbingandheat.co.nz
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Kaipara Service Directory ATS ProPerty Maintenance & rePair
ENGINEERING (2002) LTD
PH/FAX 09 439 7392 MOB 027 414 1250 PUKEKO ST DARGAVILLE 0310 batythomas@xtra.co.nz
• Fences & Repairs • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Kitchen/Bathroom Fit Outs • Wet Wall Lining • Water Blasting & Chemical Washes • Windows & Latches • Plus Much More
• All general engineering requirements • Suppliers of Waikato Milking Systems • Lowara Pumps • Hi Tech Effluent Systems
No jobRing tooAndrew small
Covering the Kaipara! Cell 0274 557 750
CHICKEN FERTILISER & LIME A natural, cost effective all year round N.P.K fertiliser for pasture, maize crops, market gardens & small blocks. We supply, cart & spread. Also: • Lime • Wood shavings • Metal • Sand
Phone: 021 724 327 (Neil) or 021 270 6828 (Bruce)
Office: 09 299 64 86 www.bennettfertilisers.co.nz
“BEST RATES GUARANTEED! FIND A BETTER RATE LOCALLY AND WE’LL BEAT IT BY 5%”
Greg Newman Ph 09 439 0853 Mobile 027 258 9931 Email newman.horne@igrin.co.nz
Landscape Services & Sculpture on Commission
Dargaville
Self Storage
subject to unit availability
• Household Items • Boats and Vehicles • Surplus Stock • Documents • Retail Storage • 24 hr, 7 day access • Very suitable as trade Phone base for a Small Business
• Engagement Portraits • Weddings • Family Portraits
Mike Collins
021 22 33 470
09 439 3075
nzphotography@live.com www.dragonseye.co.nz
51 Beach Road, Dargaville • www.dargavillestorage.co.nz
Farrand & Mason Ltd. GENERAL & PRECISION ENGINEERS
Phone: 439 7335 Normanby Street Dargaville
relax revise renew web:
www.esthetica.co.nz
phone: 09
Specialists in Skin Health Skin Rejuvenation Permanent Hair Reduction Anti-aging Treatments All aspects of beauty therapy
439 6880
8 Portland Street Dargaville
Floor Sanding Greg Brownie
Locally owned and operated • Floor restoration • New floors sanded and coated
• Prepwork • Concrete grinding
C H A I N S AW S & M OW E R S
Conditions apply
Best under pressure
Lo caL D e a Le rs fo r:
3 Parore St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 8881
Les Sweeney Builders
Quality workmanship guaranteed
• New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions
Phone 027 439 7565 or 439 7564
Les Ph: 0274 972 929 A/H: 09 439 7524
New patients welcome! love your smile 30 Hokianga Road Dargaville | Ph 09 439 8170 email: hokiangaroad@lumino.co.nz | lumino.co.nz
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Established over 60 years your local funeral director Male and Female staff available to discuss all funeral arrangements Pre-paid and pre-arranged funeral options
BAYLYS BEACH
*On selected items.
Kim’s Hair at Baylys
4 Ocean View Terrace .................... 09 439 6754
DARGAVILLE A Natural Approach
32 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 0646
AD Focus
Cnr Totara Street ........................... 09 439 8824
Adams Trimmer Nauman Ltd
97 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 8897
Ahlayz Restaurant & Fresh Fish
95 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 8212
ATS Property Maintenance
Mobile Service ............................ 027 455 7750 B R Vincent Ltd 52 Beach Road ............................. 09 439 6395
09 439 6306 Proudly Servicing Dargaville Randall Architecture Ltd 25 Clyde Street ............................. 09 439 0099
Maungaturoto Butchery
Health Options
Ray White Jean Johnson Realty
Ray White
Horacane Roofing Ltd
Roy’s V8 Shop
138 Victoria Street ........................ 09 439 5697 116 Victoria Street ........................ 09 439 4379 Servicing the Kaipara District ...............021 0828 5868
Jo’s Home Cookery
138 Victoria Street ........................ 09 439 5435
Kaipara Lifestyler
107 River Road ............................. 09 439 6933
Lyndsey Bargh Physiotherapy
18 Huia Crescent .......................... 09 439 1656
McCoy & Thomas Sports Hunting & Fishing NZ
92 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 8520
McKay’s 100% Electrical
87 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 8305
6 Pouto Street .............................. 09 439 7575 9 Liverpool Street.......................... 09 439 5813
Shaolin Kempo
River Road .................................... 09 439 6226
The Meat Co.
63 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 8647
Waldens Shoes
115 Victoria Street ........................ 09 439 8227
Window & Door Services Ltd
32 Gladstone Street ...................... 09 439 6458
KAIWAKA Kaiwaka Cheese Shop
Newman Engineering (2004) Ltd
State Highway 1 ............................ 09 431 2195
BNZ Bank
Computer Worx
69 Victoria Street .......................... 09 439 3171
122 Victoria Street ........................ 021 413 565
Dreams
Davison Electrical Contractors
Parkview Motel
15 Hokianga Road......................... 09 439 7184
36 Carrington Street ...................... 09 439 8339
Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre
Plumbing & Heating Centre Ltd
59 Normanby Street ...................... 09 439 8540
PassEnger Service
Bookings
199 Kamo Road • Whangarei • 437 5799 • Tollfree 0800 667 747
Elfhood Naturals (Thyme For You)
n
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For medical appointments and shopping trips
FREECALL 0800 66 77 47
Gold Card Directory*
Pick Up & Delivery Service Available
14-16 Beach Road ........................ 09 439 5065
102 Jervois Street......................... 09 439 6124
MAUNGATUROTO 154 Hurndall Street....................... 09 431 9199
158 Hurndall Street....................... 09 431 8061 148 Hurndall Street....................... 09 431 8820
MANGAWHAI Carters Mangawhai Moir Street ................................... 09 431 4060
Ray White 234 Molesworth Drive ................... 09 431 4964
WARKWORTH Bogue Real Estate 14 Queen Street ........................... 09 425 7959
WELLSFORD New Dimensions Hair Studio 161 Rodney Street ........................ 09 423 8096
Peppers Café 171 Rodney Street ........................ 09 423 7549
Kaipara Flooring
Teens & Tweens
32 Hurndall Street......................... 09 946 9886
173 Rodney Street ........................ 09 423 8569
Maungaturoto Auto Centre
Wright Design
1014 State Highway 12 ................. 09 431 8288
72 Spindler Road .......................... 09 423 8092
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Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds
Phone 09 439 6933
Closing date for classified advertising for the 18 September 2012 edition is 10am, Monday 17 September 2012. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Wanted to Buy
½ PRICE Beds — Beds & More Outlet Store, Ruawai. Clearance lines, seconds, deleted models. Dozens of beds at ½ price or less. 22 Freyberg Road, Ruawai. Phone 09 439 2243. Open Monday — Friday 8am — 4pm. ½ PRICE Beds — Beds & More Outlet Store, Ruawai. Clearance lines, seconds, deleted models. Dozens of beds at ½ price or less. 22 Freyberg Road, Ruawai. Phone 09 439 2243. Open Monday — Friday 8am — 4pm. CARPET, SHORT ends $89p/m +gst, 2m wide vinyl from $39p/m +gst. Call Christine at Kaipara Flooring 09 946 9886 or 021 515 415. JOHN DEERE RIDE ON 2005. Model: L110 42inch cutting deck 17.5hp motor, hydrostatic drive 357hrs $2,700.00 o.n.o. SOLAR POWER – wind generators - grid connected systems - etc. Amak Solutions, Phone Keith 021 240 6764 (a/h 09 439 7448).
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Solar Power Wind generators Grid connected
systems etc
Amak Systems Ph Keith 021 240 6764 (a/h 09 439 7448)
bright leaf
bark Mulch In BULK ™
Call in to our showroom to see the large range of quality tiles available at
Nurseries & Plants
WANTED TO buy Penicillin and Collostrum milk. Phone 0211 900 972.
Work Wanted ELECTRICAL & Security. Minor repairs to full installation. Totally, locally owned for your comfort. Phone Keith 021 240 6764 (a/h 09 439 7448). SAND BLASTING. Rust never sleeps. Blast, prime, topcoat for structural steel, barns, cowsheds, tanks, machinery, chassis, swimming pools. Western Blast ‘n’ Paint. Phone 09 439 6330.
Got2Go Got2Go
SEMI-RETIRED, GARDEN maintenence, painting, small carpentry work, house hand wash, paintstripping back to wood windows etc. Long experience, available now, good rate. Phone Robert 027 423 1166.
Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill 09 439 1505 027 614 6309
DENISE CLARK
WATER TANKS, PUMPS & SEPTIC TANKS:
Over 25 years experience For prompt & professional service contact Wayne or Annette
Not sure what you’re after? Get the right advice all at the right price at Plumbing and Heating Centre – sales and installation –
Phone 09 439 2020 • Cell 021 401 934 ruawaihomekills@gmail.com Information Packs Available Covering the Kaipara and Whangarei Regions
102 Jervois Street, Dargaville
09 439 6123
0800 326 123
Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon, Ham & Salami
Situations Vacant
102 Jervois Street, Dargaville
excellent moisture retention & weed suppression
Ph berNie 09 439 6785
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09 439 6933
To Let 2 BDRM HOUSE, freshly decorated with deck overlooking sea edge, Tinopai. Non smokers, no pets, prof persons preferred. Refs & bond required. $295p/w. Ph 021 344 952 or 07 854 7168. CARAVAN LARGE, clean and tidy, seperate double bed and single couch, fridge etc. $70pw min 3 months, delivered. Phone 09 431 6321.
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/fax 09 439 8628. Cell 027 455 7750. MAINTANE – Property Maintenance and Repair to painting, building, fences, and much much more. Refs if required. Ph Jay T on 021 0292 9095 or 09 439 4618. OFFAL HOLES 750 dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $385.00 Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, by local man – Noel Remnant. 18 years experience. From $130.00 Phone 0274 810 446 A/H 09 439 0830. WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.
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We have six Directors and a great team who have full contact with clients. If you are looking for an opportunity to realise a relaxed lifestyle combined with a rewarding career, please apply by 30 September 2012 enclosing your CV and two written references to:
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Gary Dry 027 223 9659 09 439 3287 Neil Jones 021 747 047 Grant Wilson 027 472 6169 Hugh Clockworthy 027 473 3348
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Dargaville little theatre Presents
2 PlAyS FoR THe PRICe oF one “Shadows” By Josephine Carter Directed by Mike Collins
“The Real Inspector Hound” By Tom Stoppard Directed by Graham Pollard
KAIHU VALLEY RUGBY & NETBALL CLUB
Fri 21st, Sat 22nd, Thurs 27th, Fri 28th, Sat 29th,
September 2012, 7:30pm
Senior Prize Giving
Tickets available from “The Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre” “BP Service Station Dargaville”
15th September 2012
Adults $20, Child under 12yrs $15 — Supper Included
Supper & Band Tickets @ Dargaville ITM and Kaihu GAS Free bus leaving town at 5:30pm. No door sales.
First night performance $5.00 per ticket goes to the “Dargaville Hospital Wish List”
Courses offered from 1 October 2012
AGM
SeniorNet Dargaville Inc.
At the Learning Centre Liverpool Street
• Cooking on a Budget • Basic Computing
Starts Monday 1 October Starts Monday 1 October
• Learner Licence
Course will run Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Dates to be confirmed.
Participants MUST be aged between 16-19 years old
All Welcome
Phone: (09) 439 1001 | Freephone: 0800 555 635 | Email: te.roroa.la@xtra.co.nz
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Email: Pam Greenfield, Business Manager pam.greenfield@yovich.co.nz Or mail to: Yovich Hayward Pevats Johnston Limited PO Box 925 Whangarei 0140 Attention: Pam Greenfield
Dargaville rugby Club
Public Notices
Yovich Hayward Pevats Johnston Limited continues to grow as one of Northland’s largest Accounting Business Advisory and Wealth Management businesses.
Our focus for this role is on outstanding client service skills and the ability to produce quality sets of Accounts for clients. You may be qualified or perhaps you have worked in an Accounting business and have not completed a qualification — overall experience and attitude are the key attributes.
all Welcome
FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service. Advice & complete money management if required. Call at 5 Portland Street or Phone 09 439 8592.
Rewarding Career and Lifestyle Opportunity
We are further developing our Dargaville Office and have a vacancy for an Accountant on a full time basis.
Farmers Day
55 West Coast Rd, Te Kopuru
17th September 2012 1.00pm
Kaipara
Contact Lisa for info 021 082 48609
Tuesday 18th September at 12.30pm
09 439 6068
0800 326 123
Singing and non-singing parts for children up to 12 years
• Shelter • Hedging • Shrub • Trees
Phone
Full service slaughtering & processing of Beef, Sheep, Pigs, Deer, Goats
Friday 14th September at 5:30pm
Plants
Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service
Ruawai Homekills
Dargaville little theatre
AUDITIONS FOR CHILDRENS MUSICAL
SILVER FERN FARMS
Plants
SPANISH LESSONS, experienced native speaker, beginners to advanced, $15 per class. Contact Maria Phone 021 057 5824.
All Beef aged Salami ~ Bacon ~ Ham ~ Sausages Hamburger Patties
Plumbing and Heating Centre
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WEEKLY SPECIALS throughout September for selected native plants from Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd. This week Mountain Flax (Cookianum) are just $3.00 each. Visit us at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville to see our full range of plants. Great discounts for bulk purchases. Delivery service available. Open Saturdays 10am to 4pm. Enquiries welcome, phone 09 439 4223.
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For Sale ½ PRICE Beds — Beds & More Outlet Store, Ruawai. Clearance lines, seconds, deleted models. Dozens of beds at ½ price or less. 22 Freyberg Road, Ruawai. Phone 09 439 2243. Open Monday — Friday 8am — 4pm.
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Agents for
Roper & Jones 10 first Avenue
45 Logan Street
213 Victoria Street
OPeN HOMe
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OPeN HOMe
5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Modern & Spacious 2 bdrm Large family home on 1506m2 home. Open plan living. section. Exterior freshly painted. Well 16th September 1–1.30pm fenced section. $219,000 16th September 12–12.30pm Ref 3097 $173,000 Ref 3100 RAChAeL de VRieS 021 943 900
Matakohe Lifestyle
Private 4.2ha with brick 4 bdrms, ensuite, attached single grge plus double grge with sleepout and own toilet & shower. Flat to easy contour. $459,000 Ref 1223 SheiLA Boon 027 498 5651
hebe Lane
779m2 section located in Maungaturoto. Phone, power, sewerage and water connections to the boundary. Walking distance to shops. $65,000 Ref 1176
Superior Country Retreat – Paparoa
Immaculately presented 1930’s Kauri Bungalow full of character, set privately to relax and admire the rural vista. Mix of native bush and grazing, plus a springfed dam. Peaceful location just 5 mins to town. $445,000 Ref 1227 RhodA MoRRiSon 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912
Kauri Villa
Spacious 2 bedroom cottage, master with semi ensuite. Wide views of the Dargaville bridge & river. Lovely indoor/outdoor flow to large decks. Carport & garden shed. Short stroll to town. Open Home Sunday 16th September 2–3pm $235,000 Ref 3115 RAChAeL de VRieS 021 943 900
37 Pahi Rd – Paparoa
Rural setting. Nicely presented 3 bedroom home on 2759m2 section. Double carport and double garage. Fully fenced. Walk to Paparoa village. $277,000 Ref 1327 SheiLA Boon 027 498 5651
Pahi Section
314 Porter Rd – Paparoa
4ha with roomy 4 bdm home, open plan kitchen/dining area, separate lounge, double garage. Nice rural views. Close to Paparoa & popular Pahi. $325,000 Ref 1329
Whakapirau
Build to enjoy water views. Sheltered and sunny 1145m2. 1 min to beach and boat ramp.
4 ha Absolute Waterfront! Grazing and bush. North-facing. Use of boat ramp. $99,000 BeSt VaLue $185,000 Ref 1334 Ref 1325 RhodA MoRRiSon 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912
110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto
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Baylys Coast Road
Often Admired – Now Available. Beautifully restored kauri villa on 2.28ha (more or less). Supreme living with elegance and style. 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 toilets. In ground pool and spa. $496,000 Ref HL2039 MiCheLLe ToMLinSon 027 339 5937
Coastal frontage – Baylys Beach
113.5ha property, currently leased out. Run-off combination contour. Right on cliff top Baylys Beach, Rehutai Road, on 2 titles. Present usage is grazing. $550,000 + gSt if aNy Ref 1307 gARY MoRRiS 021 902 087 JiLL WiLSon 021 505 712
earl Street
Looking for a project? Look no further. 3 bedroom home with heat pump & HVR system + a 2 roomed kauri cottage. Lots of sheds. Handy to Dargaville & Baylys Beach. On an acre of land, with town, tank & well water. $238,000 Ref 3107 MiCheLLe ToMLinSon 027 339 5937
7 Panorama Place
75 Jellicoe Road
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Tidy 3 double bedroom Large 4 bedroom home, plus home. New carpet & paint family/rumpus room. Open throughout, modern kitchen plan kitchen & dining. Single + dishwasher. Fully fenced garage with internal access. section with single garage. Sought after street. $147,000 Ref 3092 $299,000 Ref 3118 CRAig CLeMenT 021 461 668
Calf Rearing Unit – Matakohe
Situated in a cul-de-sac up a ROW, this property is private and secluded. With 3 bedrooms upstairs & a 4th or a rumpus & an extra toilet downstairs. It has an upgraded kitchen & open plan living area. $297,000 Ref 3031 John PoWeLL 021 439 555
86.3656 hectares with 95% being productive. Presently rearing 450 calves annually. There are multiple farm buildings, cowshed yards and loading ramp. Excellent 3 bedroom home with office and sleepout. Double garage. $1,200,000 Ref 1326 JiLL WiLSon 021 505 712
09 439 7295
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