Kaipara Lifestyler, September 26th 2023

Celebrating individuality

New complex rises from ashes

u by Amy Fifita

Three years after a fire destroyed the Tangiteroria Sports Complex structure, a new building has been successfully built and is due for public opening on Saturday, September 30, at 11am.

“I always believed that we would rebuild and that our community would stay together — it will be like a family reunion. We have chosen 12 long-standing residents to be at the opening whose families have deep connections with the original building,” said sports complex spokesperson Jan Beatty.

The new building provides a fresh start for the community that witnessed its predecessor burn down. Following the incident, Tangiteroria locals gathered monthly at the site for a barbecue and

a new complex planned to replace the former building.

“A rough plan was drawn up before we put out a design and build tender the three companies bidded on. We chose Guyco Construction and Mandeno Designs. Once the builders started, they didn’t cease for a month — they have ties to Tangiteroria, now,” she said.

“We are incredibly pleased that we have the complex back for events because this community needs a base, and we have done an excellent job providing

people what they wanted. It is a great facility and is halfway between Dargaville and Whangārei, so we hope the wider community can use it as a meeting and team-building place.

“The cost was within the value of what Farmers’ Mutual Group gave us, and with help from grants and donations, we only have minimal work to complete. I am incredibly grateful for the support and contributions, including Steve from Guyco and all of the contractors who worked on the complex.” ¢

p Dargaville Intermediate School students got colourful for the last day of term, with a festival of ‘standing up for standing out’. An initiative led by Melanie Russell and the 24-7 YouthWork organisation, the day saw Dargaville High School students, Riverside Church attendees and DIS teachers getting out on to the field to host a series of games with exciting prizes. There was also free ice cream, face painting, and, as pictured, a celebration of colour in the style of India’s world-famous Holi celebration. It featured more than 160 youngsters throwing safe, colourful powder in the way revellers do on March 24 for the festival of colour and goodwill. The results reflected the day’s message, to ‘show your true colours’.

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teaching at the school until the end of the year as students and staff transition.

Major road repairs get underway

u by Paul Campbell

roading improvement work is getting underway as the Kaipara District Council joins the Northland Transportation Alliance.

Crews hampered by ongoing wet weather have focussed on temporary repairs in recent months while plans were finalised to launch into a programme to repair winter damage caused by Cyclone Gabrielle. More permanent repairs will continue throughout spring, summer and autumn, says NTA general manager Calvin Thomas.

“Northland’s three district councils are planning for delivery of a combined $200 million of investment in repairs, maintenance and improvements to our local roading and transport networks over the next 12 months. So from September and throughout summer, it will be a very busy time on our roads as we play catch-up.”

Work includes unsealed road rehabilitation for approximately 20 roads across the Kaipara district, including Awakino Point North Road, Gorge Road, Lawrence Road and Oruawharo Road.

Sealed road rehabilitation works are also planned on sections of roads, including Baylys Coast Road, Baldrock Road and Moir Road. Phase three of the Mangawhai shared path will begin later this year, filling in the remaining sections to provide a continuous link between Mangawhai village and the heads.

Dargaville’s shared path will commence pending final council approval creating

Council consider rate caps and debt

u by Andy Bryenton

Kaipara District Council members opened the books and considered a strategy to get the district through tough financial times last week, balancing services against income and debt.

“To be in a position to understand council’s financial position going forward, elected members need to understand the issues and the impacts, and then indicate the costs they are willing to bear,” said KDC sustainable growth and investment general manager Sue Davidson.

Firstly, councillors will be asked to consider the cost of projects which can be achieved during the scope of the next Long Term Plan period.

several off-road cycle routes throughout the town connecting key locations to provide safe walking and cycling access between schools, shopping areas and residential areas.

Mr Thomas says following Cyclone Gabrielle, crews completed approximately $25 million of emergency repair works out of the estimated $89 million across the Northland networks. With more than 100 significant slip sites remaining across the region, some repairs are expected to take several years to complete.

“On average, we are identifying and attending to more than 8,500 potholes per month, we ask ratepayers to phone their local council and report any urgent potholes or roading damage.” ¢

A second difficult point is that of a rates cap. This year, a cap of five per cent was posited and found to be workable, with staff making an effort to bring in rates rises much lower than general inflation. However, a combination of those inflationary pressures and a large amount of work to do, both to tackle a growing population’s need and to remediate damage from this year’s cyclone, will put pressure on the council to accept a higher percentage rise. Many councillors campaigned on rates affordability.

Another important part of the financial strategy involves debt, an issue which has hung over the KDC for many years. Infrastructure debt drove the appointment of commissioners, before the Smith administration era. Once debts associated with water infrastructure are absorbed by the proposed entity A, part of the reimagined Three Waters package, the KDC will only be carrying $5 million in debt, substantially less than even some private citizens with large mortgages. A decision on whether to take on debt, up to a proposed cap of $68 million, will be a matter for councillors to decide. ¢

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p Questions of rate caps, debt loading and how to spend wisely were debated around the council table

p Roading contractor Ventia project manager Sean Blignault checking in on roading repair at Tangiteroria

L E T ’ S T A K E B A C K O U R C O U N T R Y

Citizens’ muster gathers momentum Reflecting on a legacy of service

u by Andy Bryenton

Plans are underway to meet Labour Weekend beachgoers with a show of community solidarity, welcoming responsible 4x4 drivers and ‘reducing incidences of poor behaviour’.

Previous holiday weekend beach traffic has become a concern for Ripiro Coast residents, with some taking to social media to vent their frustrations, others addressing the Kaipara District Council directly, and yet more vowing to organise and mobilise to educate beach drivers. The KDC has asked for an indication of the number of volunteers willing to assist in this.

“Labour Weekend will see what is being called a ‘united muster’ at the main entrances to Ripiro Beach, and possibly also in Dargaville at businesses like the petrol stations and the supermarket,” said Glinks Gully community leader Nicola Puharich.

“This muster will provide our community with a great opportunity to show both visitors and the relevant authorities how keen we are to be allowed to continue to drive responsibly along Ripiro Beach while greatly improving some of the problem behaviours we are increasingly seeing on and around the beach.”

It’s been indicated that this community push would be accompanied by a

campaign of information regarding beach driving rules and by more visible signage at beach entrances. Police, Department of Conservation, fire brigade, KDC and iwi representatives would also be there to support locals, and barbecues to welcome responsible drivers are planned.

“I personally think this is a great opportunity to show how much we care about Ripiro Beach and how much we value (and need) the support of the relevant authorities in helping everyone enjoy Ripiro as a magnificent beach environment,” said Nicola Puharich. ¢

u by Andy Bryenton

Maungatūroto firefighter Trevor Pilbrow led the brigade for 13 years as chief fire officer, but this is only part of his long career, which spans nearly five decades in uniform.

“Every brigade needs a Trevor,” said his successor, CFO Paddy Thornton. “Even if they each stayed on for half of his time, there would be no shortage of firefighters and good ones at that.”

In early September, Trevor hung up his fire helmet for the last time, capping off a service record of 46 years in the brigade. Every one of those years was spent making Maungatūroto a safer place to live and work. His colleagues say that Trevor was not only a first responder, there to rescue people and property in times of peril, but also a tireless community worker who helped bring people together for good causes.

“Trevor put a huge amount of time into the brigade over the years, including being part of fundraising and working bees around the community. Only a few months ago, helping out with the fundraising for the Sky Tower Challenge,” says Paddy Thornton.

“We know he is not lost as he will put his hand up first for any fundraising or social event that is to come in the future.”

A special commemorative evening was held to honour Trevor’s commitment to his fellow citizens, well attended by friends, family, firefighting colleagues and well-wishers.

“Anyone living or working close to town who would like to help fill a little bit of the big hole that Trevor has left in our brigade, please contact us or visit the fire station on a Monday night at 7pm,” Mr Thornton said. ¢

p Glinks Gully residents care for their beachfront; now, they’re mobilising alongside local authorities to promote good driving etiquette on the Ripiro Coast

p Ex-CFO Trevor Pilbrow and current CFO Paddy Thornton take a break together during a training exercise

The big election issues — education

In the third of our series of questions on the tough topics facing the country ahead of October’s general election, we asked Northland campaign hopefuls about their plans for the future of education.

Question — Education is the biggest determining factor of good outcomes in adult life, but factors as varied as truancy, large class sizes, underfunding and ideological restructuring of the curriculum are all contentious issues. What is your plan to deliver accessible, world-class education, including ‘work ready’ literacy and numeracy, to Kaipara students?

Willow-Jean Prime, New Zealand Labour Party

Education is at the heart of Labour’s plan to make sure that every New Zealander can reach their full potential in life. Cuts under the previous National government starved schools of the funding they needed to deliver a worldclass education. Schools had to cut corners, teachers were undervalued, and kids had to learn in hallways because not enough classrooms were being built. We have worked hard to turn this around.

We are building more schools and classrooms, and we have upgraded almost every state school to make sure kids have fit-to-purpose spaces to learn in. We are delivering more teachers and reinforcing the basics like reading, writing and maths alongside the teaching of our own New Zealand history. I am so pleased

that Labour will also introduce the teaching of financial literacy into schools.

We are working hard to make school more affordable for families. Our free and healthy lunches in schools programme is delivering a million lunches a week, and we have removed school donations and NCEA fees. It is crucial that we support New Zealanders to upskill and retain over their lifetimes, and we have already seen more than 240,000 people take up our free trades and training apprenticeships.

Shane Jones, New Zealand First

NZ First knows that education is the passport of life. We will reset the priorities to ensure reading, writing and maths are regarded as overarching priorities. Principals need maximum support to control school environments given the social and economic challenges in Northland.

Truancy is an issue which needs a robust response. We must ensure that caregivers/parents are responsible for the conduct of their children and that teachers are able to focus on what they do best. We also support the delivery of diverse learning opportunities, given the importance of remedial education. Greater emphasis will be placed upon partnerships with local industry to keep

students engaged with their learning and prepared for the workplace.

Grant McCallum, New Zealand National Party

Providing a quality education to our children has always been a passion of mine. It’s why I joined the Otamatea High School Board of Trustees in 1999, before my kids were born. I served as chair from 2000 to 2005. One of the best future economic indicators is how well our kids are doing in school today. National has a comprehensive plan to get our schools back on track and drive better educational outcomes for young people. We’ll require all primary and intermediate schools to spend an average of an hour a day on reading, an hour on writing and an hour on maths. We’ll standardise assessment and reporting so parents know how their kids are progressing, and we’ll provide better training and support for teachers to teach the basics brilliantly.

We’ll also ban cellphone use in classrooms, and we’ll teach every child to read using ‘structured literacy’, a proven method of teaching literacy.

Representatives from the ACT Party, Te Pāti Māori and the Green Party were invited to participate but could not answer by the deadline. ¢

Major changes for not for profit

u by Andy Bryenton

If you are on a committee for a club, charity, hall, society or team, it’s time to get ready for the biggest change to how such organisations are run, since 1908.

From October 3, there will be new rules to follow when incorporating a club or society. Existing clubs will have time to reregister and transition. The new rules make it easier to run a club and set out clearer guidelines while making accounts transparency simpler.

“We want to go beyond the minimum requirements because almost all of our clubs are run by volunteers. It’s really to protect them, as well as to protect the members, so it’s critical that we get that right,” said Clubs New Zealand CEO Larry Graham.

If you are part of a club committee, visit companiesoffice.govt.nz for information on how to reregister and the timeframe you have to do so.

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DARGAVILLE MEDICAL CENTRE IS FACING A WORKFORCE SHORTAGE WHICH IS IMPACTING OUR ABILITY TO PROVIDE SERVICES SEVEN DAYS PER WEEK.

Despite extensive and ongoing efforts to recruit new staff, the difficult decision has been made that as of 1 October 2023, there will be no GP, urgent or emergency care services on Sundays at Dargaville Medical Centre. This will allow us to continue to provide full services from Monday to Saturday.

We’d like to reassure you that this is a temporary measure while we actively continue to recruit new staff, as well as exploring options to appoint relief medical staff cover.

In the meantime if you need GP services on a Sunday please call 09 439 8079 and you will be put through to our afterhours triage service.

They will triage you and make a recommendation on options of care for you –for example:

· Wait until Monday morning.

· Go to White Cross Whangarei, who are open from 8am- 8pm - White Cross will charge an after-hours fee

· If you or someone else has a medical emergency or life threatening condition dial 111

Unsure whether your issue is a medical emergency?

Free-phone Health line on 0800 611 116 anytime 24/7

Orrs Unichem Pharmacy in Dargaville will continue to be open Sunday from 10.30 am – 12.30

For more information on where to find care, visit www.dargmed.co.nz or northlanddhb.org.nz

This arrangement will be reviewed in one to two months’ time and then we will advise further.

We appreciate your understanding, patience and cooperation and we’ll advise you of any change to this situation

Proud young growers New roads rolled out

u by Amy Fifita

Busy Bees Dargaville daycare students have been growing their spring garden project after being given plants by The Warehouse Dargaville and the Simona family.

“My friend, Annemarie Simona, collects seeds from fruits with her family and grows them. She had an overflow of plants, so she dropped them off as donations to the centre,” says educator Mereama Jones.

This initiative is an extension of the centre’s Matariki education programme that inspires its young people to develop an appreciation for papatūānuku (the land). Educators encourage the children by harvesting plants they have planted and tended to.

“The children enjoyed preparing the soil and weeding,” says room leader Lisa Cotterill. “They have an understanding and respect of the garden-to-table process and take pride in knowing they have cared for, watered and harvested their own kai (food).”

The project also enables the centre to produce its own vegetables and fruit and share the excess amongst families and staff.

“Recently, we harvested spinach, cut, washed, bagged and distributed it between our classes, and gave some to our cook for centre lunches.”

Lisa says that since opening the new four-year-old and above building last year, the children’s passion for gardening has developed and grown. The daycare is grateful to The Warehouse Dargaville for granting the plants and the Simona family for their offerings. ¢

u by Andy Bryenton

A grant of $8 million from the Provincial Growth Fund saw the Northland Transportation Alliance develop a better way of building unsealed roads in recent years.

To prove the case for a new way of constructing unsealed roads, 160 kilometres of roadway were laid down, with work finishing in 2022. The new roads were intended to be harderwearing, less dusty in summer, and require less maintenance.

The results were well received, with the mayor who instigated trials across many Kaipara roads even taking to two wheels to give them a personal seal of approval.

“In my 50 years of life on these Kaipara roads, I’ve never seen anything like what I was riding a pushbike on, on Paparoa Station Road. It’s absolutely extraordinary,” said the then-incumbent mayor of Kaipara, Dr Jason Smith.

After a winter of extensive repair and remedial work with three graders operating full-time and numerous tree falls, slips and washouts fixed, an even bigger roll-out of the new unsealed road-building programme is set to start. It’s all about deploying the new knowledge gained in those PGF-

funded road rebuilds and replicating it across Kaipara.

“The supporting framework development has reached a mature state of repetition, providing programmes and embedding on-the-ground best practice principles to our contractors,” said KDC maintenance and operations manager Bernard Petersen.

More than 40 roads will be rehabilitated using the new method, in the next year alone. These include Notorious West Road, Valley Road, Mahuta Gap Road, Gorge Road and Poutō Road, among others. Hundreds more are planned for an upgrade, with works planned out to 2029. ¢

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p Lisa Cotterill (back) and Mereama Jones (far right) with Busy Bee students proudly showing off their garden

p Council, NTA and Ventia staff at the launch of the trials, which have now come to fruition with the announcement of major unsealed road remediation plans

Dargaville’s wizards of tech A play with a purpose

u by Andy Bryenton

Andie and Zoli Nagy have come to Dargaville to enjoy the pace of life away from the city, but they bring with them a wealth of skills in electronics to make locals’ lives easier.

The founders of the new Z-Tech store on Victoria Street left Auckland behind and relocated to rural Arapohue, bringing with them a passion for technology and a desire to help their new neighbours. That was first expressed in the pair’s commitment to the Coastguard. Both are long-serving members who have switched harbours from the Waitemata to the Kaipara.

“We’ve really enjoyed living and working here in Dargaville, and with the opening of Z-Tech we will be able to bring something new to the main street that people need,” says Andie.

She and Zoli have lived in New Zealand for 17 years, during which time they have always been involved with electronics and tech. Andie was born in Czechia, while Zoli hails from nearby European neighbour Hungary. They met here and have made New Zealand their home. As well as owning their own electronics repair business in Auckland, Zoli was sought after in the hot rod and custom scene for his skills in crafting custom audio systems.

Now Andie and Zoli bring their skills to Dargaville, repairing mobiles, tablets

and small home electronics, and offering digital empowerment workshops for those wishing to learn new tech skills. Z-tech will also offer laser-cutting and engraving services alongside more clever electronic systems and devices yet to come.

“We’re very pleased to offer our services to Dargaville and welcome all of you to pop in for a visit. If you need electronic repairs, we offer expertise, quality and convenience,” say Andie and Zoli. ¢

u by Amy Fifita

Paparoa-based playwright Aroha Silenzio has written a play, Manawapou, and is directing it to inspire hope and meaning for young people.

“I wanted to do something about the despair that suicide brings our entire country, so I picked up my pen. Manawapou speaks to youth from 13 years old,” Aroha says.

“Its purpose is to be a light to people so they feel loved, have purpose and know that even in the darkest moments, they can choose hope and overcome issues. We are in rehearsals, and we have an amazing team of talented people who want to carry the light.”

Aroha graduated with a degree in performing arts at Toi Whakaari in 2009 and began working with Tawata. It was there that she began to hone her writing talents. For the past decade, she has worked with youth and has witnessed a culture of worthlessness and desultoriness.

Manawapou is on at the Otamatea Repertory Theatre from October 3–7. Visit ort.org.nz for times and booking

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information. The production is a two-part show ending with Manawapou Mahi, an interactive course for the audience about what happened in the show. During the creative workshop, the audience has the opportunity to create kōauau (māori flute).

“We hope that the song that runs throughout Manawapou can be infused into the kōauau and as they learn to play it in the community, they can bring hope.” ¢

p Andie and Zoli Nagy bring a wealth of skills in electronic repair and digital technology to Dargaville’s main street

p Shane McLean, John Hampshire, Marnie Jane, Anne Muir (second from right), and Diva-Ataahua Ratu have teamed up with Aroha Silenzio (third from right) to perform her play Manawapou

Kaipara Kōrero

Our Council, Our Community

Safety and respect are a right for everyone in Kaipara, including our staff Council staff are connected to our district and strive to deliver for Kaipara communities

Meet Kevin

My role is to attract quality people who share our organisational values to come work at Council We are a tight knit organisation with a mighty passion for the district I’m often the first point of contact for people on the recruitment journey and I love the full circle moment when I see a person step into their new role.

I was born and raised in Kaipara, and love living here In my role, I get to contribute to positive changes within my own community. I started at Council in the customer services team This gave me a great appreciation for the range of services Council provides and I really like how responsive public facing teams are to questions and comments

I encourage you to get familiar with the services that Council offers and to stay up to date with Council news, so you are aware of the work we are doing and how you can get involved!

Meet more of our people at kaipara govt nz/our-council-our-community

It’s time to start thinking about water use

Summer is on its way, and it is time to start preparing for a drought Be wise with water at the beginning of the season to ease pressure later on.

Now is a great time to check for leaks, make sure taps aren’t dripping, and check your pipes are still in good condition Dry soil and ground conditions can put pressure on ageing pipes and cause them to crack and leak. A telltale sign of cracked or leaking pipes are large spots of lush green grass If you spot a water leak in a public place, give us a call on 0800 727 059

Are you on tank water? Keep an eye on your water tank levels and think about booking in water deliveries while the water supply is still reliable Later in the season it can be difficult to book water carriers and your water may cost more

For those on town supply, Council staff are closely monitoring water levels as we come into the summer season and will be directing water restrictions if necessary If you don’t already have the Antenno app on your phone, download it now to receive Council messages straight to your phone.

Get more tips and tricks on how to save water at bewaterwise org nz

Baylys Beach Coast Road

Work on a section of Baylys Coast Road (between 280 to 438) has started Council contractors are carrying out minor earthworks, drainage works, road shoulder works, clearing and pavement construction Look out for crews in this area and stick to the traffic management in place Thanks for your patience

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Kaipara communities celebrate Te Wā Tuku Reo Māori

More than 900 voices from the east and west of Kaipara celebrated te reo Māori with waiata as the clock struck 12pm on Rāpare 14 o Hepetema (Thursday 14 September)

In Mangawhai, Council staff joined Mangawhai Beach School as they marked the moment

In Dargaville, Council staff co-hosted Te Wā Tuku Reo Māori with Dargaville Primary School Tamariki (children) and kaiako from Arapohue School, Selwyn Park School, St Joseph’s School, Dargaville Intermediate, Te Kopuru School, Family Link Childcare Centre, Selwyn Park Kindergarten, Te Kohanga Reo o Te Puna o Takiwiria, as well as whānau and members of the community, gathered at Dargaville Primary School for the event

Read the full recap of these moments at kaipara.govt.nz/news

New site for long term road repairs

A new page on our website has updates on long term repairs to Kaipara roads that were damaged by severe weather

The Northland local road network has suffered approximately $89 million worth of damage from at least ten different significant weather events since July 2022, with an estimated $34 million of this in the Kaipara District Across Kaipara, storm flooding and Cyclone Gabrielle caused considerable damage to roads and footpaths, with over 120 slips reported and 104 individual roads impacted – the highest on record for a single event.

We have restored most roads but are still working on 59 sites in the Kaipara District The repairs needed for these sites are significant and complex and will take some time to work through.

Head to kaipara govt nz/road-repairs to see more information about long term road repairs in Kaipara.

Transfer of powers – IQP register

Under the Building Act 2004, Kaipara District Council is proposing to transfer the power to approve Independent Qualified Persons (IQPs) from Whangarei District Council to Auckland Council

IQPs are those parties accepted by Council as being qualified to carry out responsibilities in relation to Building Warrants of Fitness (BWoF)

Head to kaipara.govt.nz/iqp-transfer to read the consultation document and to give feedback Feedback closes 5pm, 11 October 2023

Help for homeowners

If your property was damaged in February’s extreme weather events – or any other natural disaster – the New Zealand Claims Resolutions Service (NZCRS) can help

NZCRS is a government service that provides homeowners with independent advice and support to resolve residential insurance issues resulting from natural disasters They can also provide access to legal and technical services after a natural disaster You can reach their team on 0508 624 327 or find out more at nzcrs.govt.nz

Wanted — dentist for Dargaville Make your voice heard

u by Amy Fifita

Poutō farmers Julie and Rodney Cotton have bought the former Dargaville dentist building on Hokianga Road and are searching for a dentist.

“We are just simple farmers from Poutō, and my husband is also a businessman. We have never been in the health sector, but will do our best to get a dentist,” said Julie.

“I saw the building in the Dargaville town centre and liked its late art deco style. Initially, I thought that one day, my children might want to start a business, and then we looked inside. It still was set up with dental fixtures.”

Rodney is currently doing his immigration accreditation, hoping to solve the lack of dental services dilemma so the area has access to a dentist.

“Our family are keen on oral health, and we have seen how hard it is for whānau here to see a dentist. I know a lady who has pulled out her teeth with pliers twice because she has no access to a dentist. That is why having a dentist in Dargaville is needed.”

The New Zealand Dental Association has accredited universities and countries for emigrating dentists to work in the country. Those specifications have been a barrier to securing an oral health professional.

“There is a long road ahead because of bureaucracy. The path is easier for a doctor to come to New Zealand but harder for a dentist. Rodney and I are doing what we can to improve the lives of people and help the community flourish.” ¢

Visitors reminded Tahora Domain is dog-free

To help protect the many taonga (treasure) in the Domain, please remember that dogs and pets are prohibited Any campers and visitors found with dogs or pets at Kai Iwi Lakes and Taharoa Domain will be asked to immediately remove the dog Persistent offending may result in the dog owner being trespassed

A disability assist or public service dog (as interpreted in the Dog Control Act 1996), may be permitted with written approval. Verifiable evidence of certification by the relevant government organisation will be required in all circumstances Please contact Kaipara District Council customer services or the Kai Iwi Lakes campground office for further information

Kaipara District Council jointly manages the Domain with Te Kuihi and Te Roroa, and together we have worked hard to ensure the area is protected while still being enjoyed by the many holidaymakers who visit. The landscape around the lakes is unique and teeming with native birds and unique plant life Some of birds in Taharoa Domain is host to include pīwakawaka (fantail), riroriro (grey warbler), kōtare (kingfisher), and dotterel, as well as rarer birds like the secretive bittern (nationally critical conservation status), mātātā (fernbird, at risk/declining conservation status), New Zealand dabchick (recovering conservation status), New Zealand scaupe, shining bronze cuckoo, spoonbill, white heron, and tomtit

See the KDC website for more information on the area

u by Andy Bryenton

Voting for the 2023 general election opens next Monday, but it’s not too late to register to vote and make your voice heard in the democratic process.

Debates, billboards, polls and news articles have chronicled the path toward a crucial and hardfought election. However, it will be up to the citizens of New Zealand to choose who will lead for the next three years when voting opens at polling places across the nation.

To register to vote, visit vote.nz online or call 0800 367 656. To place a vote, from Monday onward, check the list below for voting places in your area. If you were enrolled to vote before September 10, an EasyVote card will have been delivered to your letterbox, which you should bring with you. Those enrolling now will cast a special vote. It is just as important as anyone else’s and will be counted, but will be placed in a different box at the polling place.

Kaipara polling places opening early include the St John hall in Kaiwaka, the Dargaville Baptist Church on Victoria Street, and adjacent to New World Mangawhai, open from October

2 at 10am. The Holy Trinity church on Hokianga Road, Dargaville, will be open from October 4 from 10 am, and the Maungatūroto Centennial Hall will be open from October 7 from 10am.

Additionally, the Northern Wairoa A&P Hall, Arapohue, Dargaville High School, the Kaihū Hall, Kaiwaka War Memorial Hall, Mangawhai Beach School, Paparoa School, Ruawai Primary School, Tangiteroria School, Tangowahine School, Te Kōpuru School, Tinopai School and Mangakahia School will all be open for election day itself on October 14.

School holiday fun at Kaipara Libraries

Join Kaipara Libraries mascot, Ruru, for some holiday fun!

• Search for Ruru hidden throughout the Taha Awa gardens and answer some easy questions Pick up your questionnaire from the Dargaville Library.

• The StoryWalk® is back! Follow the storyboards and read a story as you walk We have a StoryWalk® in Dargaville and in Maungaturoto these school holidays Pick up your questionnaire from the Dargaville or Maungaturoto Library and be in to win

• Create a DIY Ruru out of upcycled materials at Dargaville or Maungaturoto Library Materials provided Follow Kaipara Libraries on Facebook and Instagram

Proposed District Plan notification expected in 2024

Kaipara’s Proposed District Plan is on track to be notified in 2024

A District Plan Working Party, comprised of Councillors Gordon Lambeth, Jonathan Larsen (Chairperson), Ron Manderson and Mark Vincent, and an external Resource Management Act expert (Mark Farnsworth), has been working alongside staff since June this year to finalise development of the Proposed District Plan

Once the Proposed District Plan is notified, it will go out for public consultation so the community will be able to provide feedback before the Plan is operative.

In the meantime, the current Operative Kaipara District Plan remains in place and should be used to guide land use and subdivision across the district

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Outdoor havens for everyone

u by Amy Fifita

The grounds are drier, and the weather is brighter, making it a great time to get outdoors to revamp your property for summer.

Start with the basic necessities like the driveway and spaces outside your home with high traffic for the coming season. Clean gutters and check roofing

for possible winter damage. Other jobs on the to-do list also include opting to repave the driveway, clean the pool and water blast and restain the deck.

For people who don’t have a porch or garden area, spring is a perfect moment to begin any projects that will be enjoyable during the holiday period. Simple additions to your yard and minimal work can make a difference than often realised, like new mulch, plants or even a table and chair set.

After the must-have tasks have been completed, there is an opportunity for creativity. For elaborate planners, building an outdoor kitchen is an option so guests can be social with their hosts while the food is prepared.

Parents might want to design a play area for their children to make a mess in, with a separate area for adults close by for entertaining. Another idea is crafting a sturdy playground for the little ones to climb and slide on.

A place to relax could be preferable for those who delight in a book and beverage. Creating an outdoor space can be as easy

p For parents with small children, one idea to make your yard more vibrant is to create a play area for them to enjoy as buying bean bags and erecting a shade cloth for sun protection. An alternative would be to build a cabin or get one delivered for a haven from the heat. Of course, with renewing the yard comes weeding, pruning, mowing and

creating a wonderful environment for family dinners and gatherings. By the time summer is here, most people want to be ready for the bustle of grandchildren, nieces and nephews and other relative visitors. ¢

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Life in the slow lane

u by Andy Bryenton

Pork belly, ribs, brisket and other ‘low and slow’ cooked meats are trending due to their deliciousness; now is the season to talk to your butcher about some great cuts to introduce to the grill.

You’ll want a barbecue with a hood to cook things low and slow. Retaining heat under a hood or a kettle-type grill is a core factor, and you’ll need enough room for the charcoal to sit ‘offset’ from the meat you’re cooking.

Quality, dense charcoal is very important, and will ensure a long, steady heat range across the entire cook. You’re looking for a temperature of about 110 to 130 degrees Celsius, far less than that you’d use to quickly grill some burgers or bangers. When you go to lay out the coals, move them all to one side of the grill. On the other, empty side, set up a small metal pan filled with water.

Temperature is the key to the low and slow method, creating indirect heat off to one side, which lasts the distance and radiates from the interior of the grill’s lid. The coals should never be directly under the meat, as in a traditional

barbecue scenario. You can modulate the heat and keep it in the low 110 to 130 Celsius mark by using the air vents in your grill. Attain a good temperature and then

easier than you might think and based on a simple technique add the meat. That’s all right, as you’re in for the long haul, up to eight hours. The right upkeep. It’s important to check in on your grill over time, as the

charcoal you start with will begin to crumble and fade out over the hours. The trick here is not to fuss, opening the lid will drop the temperature and affect the final result. A couple of hours is enough for most charcoal lumps to falter. At this stage, start some more in a separate ‘chimney’ without opening the grill, then carefully place the new hot coals atop the old ones. The aim here is to minimise the time that the lid is open.

A meat thermometer will tell you when you’re done, though you can find out about the approximate times for different cuts by asking your butcher or looking up statistics online. For example, a nice piece of brisket should have an internal temperature of about 95 degrees when it’s done. Experiment, and be bold, as good results from this cooking method come from lots of practice. ¢

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Revitalised by water

u by Amy Fifita

A pond or fountain is a wonderful addition to a yard that helps set a relaxing scene for the occupants and all those who lounge there.

The sound of trickling water can be soothing and a great background noise for reading or having an outdoor rest. Ponds and water features can bring that atmosphere to a garden and allow for creativity. It could be an in-ground affair or a robust stone-built pond with a fountain and waterfall.

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One main step is determining the style. There is a range to select, from the minimalist look, which is often pondless, to the massive pond with a fountain, waterfall, and aquatic animals. Water ponds give opportunity for life, be it aquatic plants, a surrounding garden adjacent or designing an ecosystem suitable for goldfish or frogs. It is a great talking point for guests and families.

Table-top fountains are an alternative for those with a tight budget or no suitable outdoor space. It is also a low-maintenance option and great for people who spend a lot of time outside. Another benefit is that relocating it will be a breeze.

Allocate a portion of land or indoor space to the project, depending on how big your feature is. Some people go all-out and create an in-ground artificial pond, while others opt for a above-ground options. Decide other details also, like whether you’re going to plant flowers or trees around the water’s edge.

There are many options for fountains, ponds and water pumps; some include the pump with the purchase. Size is another factor to consider, and its location. An

p A water feature adds a soothing atmosphere to your garden and can be teeming with aquatic life

ideal place for pump-driven systems is in a sheltered area away from trees where leaves can block the pump — under a shade cloth, patio or pergola.

Having a blast this spring

u by Andy Bryenton

Facing a big spring spruce-up for 2023? A water blaster can help make short work of dirt and scum, but picking the right model for the job is important.

From cleaning your 4x4 after a tough day of adventures off-road to keeping your deck and patio spotless, water blasters are understandably popular. These machines are frugal, too. A hosepipe can use 30 litres of water a minute, but a water blaster uses only six or seven.

First of all, you have to consider what you’ll mainly be using your blaster for. If it’s primarily going to help with washing down cars, boats and bikes on a concrete pad with good drainage near your garage, an electric unit should do the trick. The raw power of a petrol-powered water blaster could be too much for the paint and decals of some vehicles, especially those which have taken a hammering in the Kiwi summer sun. Petrol power may be too much, as well, for older wood, stucco and brick surfaces that could abrade.

The most important things to note about electric water blasters are how long they can run without heating up and what kind of pressure you’re getting from the nozzle. Some machines are only intended for short tasks like car washing and have an air-cooled mechanism.

Others use water cooling to extend this time.

A powerful fan-shaped spray is best for cleaning vehicles, and you’ll want the option to add detergent, too. Some electric water blasters will inform you about the construction of their heart, the internal pump. One forged from metal is always best. Additionally, your ally in cleaning up with an electric blaster is a good, safe, 10-amp extension cord with a cutoff switch.

Petrol water blasters can go for longer, are not tied to a cord, and usually deliver far more pressure. That is great for tackling grimy concrete or mould and lichen-encrusted areas. If you pick one of this class of machine, then ease of use is what it’s all about. Pick a blaster that stays cool and offers various nozzles and fittings, as well a adjustable pressure settings. The trade-off here is size, weight and cost.

So, if you’re going to tackle large areas of grime on solid surfaces, go

p Water blasters come in a range of sizes for a range of applications, from cleaning wooden decks to remediating crusted concrete big, and go durable. For tasks that once demanded a cloth and bucket, compact and inexpensive is best. Remember to

check out the range of accessories that can make your blaster excel at cleaning gutters, decking or vehicle underbodies.

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A warm welcome in

u by Amy Fifita

Not everyone puts effort into the entrance hall, but they are an opportunity to make a brilliant first impression on visitors.

A foyer can set the mood for guests and the owner or tenant as they walk through the door. After a diligent day’s labour, going home can feel like a solace, so why not start with comfort at the door? It is the first place that visitors and inhabitants go to, so creating the right ambience is significant as a guide into the home’s intimate spaces.

Furniture can offer a haven for purses, coats, scarves and other garments. Installing a coat rack or hooks for jackets and shawls is a good start, and perhaps a shoe basket. Some seating is another touch where people can sit as they take their outerwear off.

Minor details can make the space vibrant and welcoming, even if the area is small. With luck, there will be a window nearby to offer excellent lighting and ventilation. This room will help guide people into the main rooms of the house.

Art or models can bring personality to the area and represent certain traits of a household. A mirror is another idea, so occupants can have a glance at it to make sure their appearance is as it should be before vacating or entering the home.

p The foyer or entrance hall of a home can disclose various traits about a person as visitors enter the house

Additions such as pot plants and lamps can give the entrance hall a fresh feel and bright glow. Scents can add ambience with automatic air fresheners or diffusers. With the setting almost complete, a mat would be a practical and comfortable feature.

A foyer gives guests a chance to take a breath before embracing the experience of a home. People can leave their burdens at the door and go to the other areas of the house to delight in gatherings and people. ¢

Planting for soakage fields

u by Liz Clark

With advancements in effluent systems for rural residences, making the best choices to protect and enhance the soakage field has become less complex.

Choosing the right plants that can cope with wet areas, have high transpiration rates and rapid growth can be a confusing exercise, resulting in the wrong ones being planted. The best and most resilient of all are New Zealand natives. Standard lawn grass is another option, possessing similar properties to other high-transpiration species.

It’s important to talk to your local nursery specialist about suitable species with non-invasive root systems that won’t damage or block the effluent reticulation pipes. The soakage field should be fenced off to keep out stock and vehicles from disturbing the soil and lines beneath, resulting in potential blockages and further damage.

Talk to your specialist about a suitable planting plan to suit your climatic conditions. It’s always best to use a professional for these planting projects. Plants can be obtained from a local garden centre or native plant nursery specialising in wetlands and other ecological fields.

Once a sketch plan has been completed, then planting can be done. The best time for planting is usually autumn and winter. Anytime after that, if there is no option and it’s a dry summer, ensure the new plants are watered to help them establish. If doing the planting yourself, square holes rather than round ones should be dug, keeping in mind always the locations of the effluent lines in the soakage area. Holes should be twice as wide and deep as the planter bag. Water each plant before removing it from its pot — avoid disturbing the root system. Some compost and soil mix will help give the plants a good start. A slow-release fertiliser tablet should be used to maintain plant health and nutrition. Water gently after planting. Some native species suitable for planting on soakage fields are Astelia, Carex, Cordyline, Coprosma, Fuschia, Hebe, Phormium and many others. Also, remember to clean out the septic filter yearly and empty the tank every third year to ensure efficiency and prevent future issues. ¢

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p Native species such as cabbage trees and carex grasses are suitable species for planting an effluent field

Sika Show’s birthday bonanza

u by Andy Bryenton

This year marks the thirtieth birthday of New Zealand’s biggest show for outdoor enthusiasts, and to accommodate its burgeoning popularity, the 2023 Sika Show will once again light up Mystery Creek.

“The event has grown from its humble origins to become a diverse and exciting gathering, attracting a wide range of

outdoor enthusiasts from all over NZ and now internationally as well,” says show spokesperson Mike Penn.

Those origins took root when a band of keen hunters met at the Spa Hotel in Taupō to compare notes and anecdotes about their time in the backcountry, doing what they loved. From what was effectively a hunting competition meeting, things escalated. People from around New Zealand gravitated to a chance to discuss the state of the art in hunting and the outdoor lifestyle. By 2000, the Sika Show packed the Great Lakes Centre in Taupō, and last year, the event took its place at Mystery Creek.

This year, bigger than ever, the Sika Show will feature all the gear, technology, big names and innovations in outdoor adventure, alongside a massive hunting competition with prizes for every game species in New Zealand and prizes totalling more than $70,000.

“The Sika Show’s legacy extends beyond a mere hunting and outdoor trade show; it symbolises the essence of

p Crowds enjoy the atmosphere at the 2022 Sika Show; this year’s celebration of outdoor adventure and the wilderness promises to be even bigger outdoor living,” says Mike. “The show’s allure lies in its multifaceted appeal. It stands as a platform for the community to come together to celebrate and support New Zealand’s game animals while also fundraising for national game organisations and hunter-based conservation groups.”

Foremost amongst these is the Central North Island Sika Foundation, which goes further than just supporting the sport. Members have put in more than 6,000 volunteer hours in the past year to aid conservation, trapping pests, maintaining huts and tracks, protecting the native whio (blue duck) and donating tonnes

of organic venison to the needy via food banks.

This October, the Sika Show will fill the space traditionally associated in many minds with the biggest event in Kiwi agriculture, addressing the other most important factor of rural life, love of the wilderness. There will be plenty to see and do for the whole family and an abundance to learn, engage with, test, taste and explore.

Mark your calendar, and make a plan to head down to Hamilton on October 28 and 29 to experience the show bringing the best of the wilderness together in one place with the people who enjoy it most. ¢

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Taking camping back to basics

u by Andy Bryenton

Take a look at some of the camping equipment featured online these days, and you may be forgiven for thinking that life under canvas is more comfortable than being at home.

Camping gadgets have proliferated, and now it’s possible to enjoy a gaspowered hot shower, a microwave oven, the latest in gaming consoles, a movie projector, two fridges and a massaging inflatable mattress when you’re out in the wilderness. All powered by a small, quiet generator and enough batteries to launch a mission to Mars.

Camping has become a competitive sport, where you win by having a more palatial cloth palace than the next guy, packed with things like a solar-powered mini washing machine, a barbecue that can spit-roast a camel and more acres of neon-coloured polyester fabrics than a skydiving club at the laundromat.

It has happened before, or so we’re told. In the early 1900s, Americans went mad for picnicking, leading to, amongst other things, the premise of Yogi Bear’s long-running cartoon show and the expansion of picnic parks just outside of major cities. At first, it was enough just to turn up with some food in a basket, but things got out of hand before you could say ‘conspicuous consumption’.

Soon, people were trying to bring furniture or the gear needed to cook elaborate lunches outdoors. There’s a story of one Pittsburgh picnic party who tried to ride the tram with an entire upright piano; this is what passed for hooliganism in those days. Others turned up to picnic parks with everything from fake Venetian gondolas to string quartets and collapsible gazebos. What happened to many of these picnic parks?

Well, Kennywood, the one where those folks were trying to bring along a piano, became an amusement park, got paved over, and installed roller coasters. No more picnics, no more wilderness. Think about that in the context of your favourite camping spot. The glam tent of today, stuffed with electronics, will not suffice tomorrow, and it’ll become a caravan, then a yacht-sized RV, then a hotel with a bar and casino. The wilderness you ostensibly went to enjoy will become a car park.

This summer, why not try a trend they’re calling ‘back to basics camping’. It’s what we used to call ‘camping’. That involves taking only what you can physically carry out to somewhere green and sunny and enjoying the minor tribulations and challenges of doing things simply. Plopping your inflatable heated massaging 24-volt foam mattress out of the SUV is not the kind of ‘adventure’ your kids will remember. Instead, ‘the time dad tried to toast marshmallows and fell in the lake’ will become legend. ¢

p Camping allows us to appreciate the outdoors and the simple life — as well as helping us appreciate modern comforts when we return home

Kaiwaka united by park vision

u by Andy Bryenton

Kaiwaka is well served by a visionary community development association, with plans to connect all parts of the town through green spaces and parks.

“Kaiwaka Can has a number of projects in the pipeline to enhance the local area,” said Kaiwaka Can chairman David Wright in July.

Considering the hard work they have put in to tie together the centre of Kaiwaka with a network of parks, green spaces and bridges, this may seem an understatement. With a new park on the drawing board, there’s more to come. Some might opine that the latest phase of Kaiwaka’s expansion and cohesion started with a Provincial Growth Fund grant to construct two new footbridges. These now span the river, linking the commercial heart of Kaiwaka to McClean Park.

The benefactor, John McClean, who made this possible, was there to cut the ribbon opening the new footbridges, linking the first park bearing his family name to the township of Kaiwaka.

p John McClean cuts the ribbon to open Kaiwaka’s new footbridges; more links to connect the town are in the works, and the community are rallying to beautify these assets on it. She walked past it every day on the way to school.”

Kaiwaka Can organised a large working bee event to beautify and tidy the park.

Kaiwaka. David Wright told elected members of the Kaipara District Council due to the way the township is divided by the river and State Highway One, each advancement in connectivity and recreation is vital.

“Every little piece of land we can develop is integral in making Kaiwaka work,” he told councillors at a presentation petitioning the governing body for a licence to occupy a second park on Gibbons Road.

“It’s been my privilege to donate. The future use of it excites me. I really think it has got something special to offer,” said Mr McClean. “I’m quite proud of it, especially the fact it’s got my wife’s name

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It also undertook riverside planting in the area during winter, establishing 380 native plants donated by local company Rural Design.

A second park, also facilitated by Mr McClean, is planned to further connect

“After long negotiations with John McClean, we were able to acquire the land for a park. One of the conditions was that the area was made into a skate park for the younger generation to use, along with a social area for everybody.”

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Speaking up for his people

u by Amy Fifita

Tāpihana Paraire Paikea aka Dobbie came from a line of leadership; he descended from Te Uri o Hau chief Paikea Te Hekeua, and his parents were also leading figures in iwi affairs.

His father, Paraire Karaka Paikea, was also a member of parliament for the Labour Party, and Tāpihana would perform many of the secretariat tasks for him. When his father died in 1943, Tāpihana was elected to follow in his parent’s footsteps. His maiden speech highlighted the need for equality between Māori and Pākeha for wages and social security benefits.

Another topic he focussed on was the economic and social triumphs of the Māori war effort and the difficulties of indigenous people moving into urban settings. Tāpihana also drove the narrative, petitioning the parliament surrounding breaches to the Treaty of Waitangi and wanted direct settlement for hapū affected by them.

Paikea continued to raise awareness for indigenous socio-economic issues and drove forward the problems of representation on district rehabilitation committees. He also repealed the Māori

Councils Act 1900. After that, he requested more input from native people in the media that went above and beyond just having it in the Māori language.

During his time, Māori people had a similar issue that we have today — a housing crisis. Between 1949 and 1957, he spoke out against the National government focussing on them not being capable of reducing Māori housing waiting lists. He was also a driver for the Treaty of Waitangi being written into New Zealand’s statutes and presented a petition from Kererama Waiti of Ngāti Whātua requesting that it happen.

Paikea was also a Rātana minister who sought to invest in the youth. He passed away in Oneriri, Kaiwaka, 20 years after his father’s death. People remembered him for his tall stature and as an optimistic figure. ¢

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p Tāpihana Paraire Paikea followed in his father’s footprints and became an MP

Force of nature

u by Andy Bryenton

It’s been a year since the refined and redefined

CFMOTO CForce 520 touched down in New Zealand, and they have been four of the toughest seasons in living memory, a good test for any ATV’s toughness.

The mid-sized segment of the market was always a winner for CFMOTO, even before a big range upgrade pushed the specs higher late in 2022. A sharp price point, with even the beefiest, power-steering equipped 520 EPS coming in under $10,000, was part of the compelling package. The rest was down to good design and capable application.

“The CFMOTO middleweight ATV range has been a key pillar of our business for a long time.” said CFMOTO New Zealand director Michael Poynton.

“All three models have been absolute warriors, but the time was right for an update, and CFMOTO obliged by delivering

a range with improvements and refinements across the board.”

Normally, such an upgrade might deliver a few percentage points of power and torque and a new cosmetic look. However, CFMOTO went over the CForce mid-range with a ruler and callipers, delivering a 25 per cent better turning radius, an impressive 50 per cent more front and rear rack loading capacity, a frame which was 30 per cent stronger and 10 per cent lighter, 26 per cent more suspension travel, and lots more clever design points.

Riders wanted less vibration — they got it. They wanted less heat coming through to their legs from the motor and exhaust; it was sorted. They demanded ease of access to things like the filter box,

p CFMOTO’s CForce 520 EPS has been on Kiwi shores for a year now, and its combination of practicality, price and performance has made it popular fuses, brake fluid reservoir and coolant tank for swift maintenance, and they got those, too. CFMOTO even increased the fuel tank capacity on the CForce, and they’ve left in favourite features like a true locking differential.

It’s fair to say that the upgraded CForce 520EPS was well received. Even commentators in the brand-focussed and power-hungry US market called this ATV highly impressive. They questioned why you’d choose certain other models costing much more, considering what was on offer via the CFMOTO range.

A year on the ground in New Zealand, especially this past year with its torrential rain, cyclone winds, deep mud and extended winter, has been a proving ground far beyond what even the brand’s designers may have anticipated. Yet, the upgraded CForce range has been there and done what was necessary for hundreds of local customers. With spring here and many people now looking at new farm hardware or summertime trailriding adventures, the CForce 520 EPS is positioned just right to attract a big share of the market. ¢

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October

Grayson Masefield and The Aotango Quintet — 2 October, Dargaville’s Methodist Church Hall.

3 Lakes Trail Run — 14 October 2023 at Taharoa Domain, Kai Iwi Lakes, Sport Northland Event, Do the half marathon, 14k or 5k. For more info and to register go to 3lakes.nz.

Markets

Kaihu Hall Market — 3rd Saturday each month

10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.

Monthly Market — 1st Saturday of each month, 8am–noon at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).

Paparoa Artisan Market — 4th Sunday monthly 11am–3pm. Paparoa Memorial Hall.

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, 8am–12pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.

Twilight Markets — 27th Oct, 24th Nov, 8th Dec. Xmas markets 4.30–7pm. Book now at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club. Contact Sue 021 268 7006.

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 AA meetings held at The Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby & Parore Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm Contact Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

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.

Badminton — Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm at the Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157.

Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — All welcome, 2nd Monday of each month, Garden ramble, shared lunch, trading table phone 021 063 3444.

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 Contract Bridge Club — Tuesdays 12.45pm and Thursdays 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.

Dargaville Floral Art Club — Meets on the 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 — meets 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. For info phone Brian 09 439 5959.

Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs – the Warrior’s Lodge — Interested in games like Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, or other strategy games with models? Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema. Learn to 3d print, paint, play and design.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years. Thursdays after school — 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 Menz Shed — is open Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday mornings from 10am to noon. New members are welcome. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.

Dargaville Museum — Open every day except Christmas Day and Anzac morning. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Volunteers, visitor hosts and members welcome. Phone 09 439 7555.

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 Women’s Group — New members are welcome to join our social group. Held every third Tuesday of the month 10am @ The Methodist Church, corner of Awakino and Normanby. Morning tea & guest speakers. For further info contact Michelle: 09 439 2930.

Grandparents raising grandchildren — First Tuesday of every month except during school holidays. Noon at Whanau focus, Victoria St, Dargaville (next to bakehouse). Contact Sandy dargaville@grg.org.nz or 021 044 6214.

Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — Meet at the NW Boating Club 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.

Justices of the Peace — available every Thursday from 12–1pm at the Whanau Focus offices, 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. If you are riding the Kauri Coast Mountain Bike Park or you want to join the Kaipara Cycling Club go to join.hivepass. co.nz or email kaiparacycling@gmail.com.

Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 021 106 3635 or 09 439 4614.

TIDE CHART

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.

Lions Club of Ruawai — Meets 3rd Thursday of the month (social night) and 1st Thursday of the month (business meeting). For more info contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.

Lions Dargaville — Meeting 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John for more information 09 439 5937.

Meditation — Thursdays in November 5.30–6.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Inner Peace for complete beginners. All Welcome, $50 for 5 week course or what you can afford. Phone Maureen 021 0231 8008 to register maureen. bringbalance@yahoo.com.

Mt Wesley Angels — Meets 2nd Sunday of the month at Old Mt Wesley Cemetery to preserve, record and care for this historic cemetery. Wear suitable footwear, bring water, gardening gloves and a friend.

Narcotics Anonymous — Tuesdays 1pm–2pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville.

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 the Research Rooms, Dargaville Museum, 4th Sunday of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — Starts at 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. For more info 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 President 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, beginners welcome, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920. Pono Lodge Yoga — Pono Lodge, 41 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Mondays: Hatha Flow 5.30pm, Yin 7pm. Tuesdays: Body Focus 9.30am. For more info contact Anisha 021 301 860 or see our Facebook page Dargaville Yoga.

Practising Presence — Mondays 6–7pm Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Led moving and sitting meditations. Remaining in the present moment is the key to inner peace but it takes practice! Exchange: $10 or what you can afford. Maureen 021 0231 8008. www. bringbalance.co.nz.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.

Rotary Club of Dargaville — meet weekly at 11.30–1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. New members always welcome, men and women. If you want to join a Service Club with nearly 85 years to Dargaville. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month with guest speakers and afternoon tea. Contact President Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.

Ruawai Gardening Club — Meetings or other activities held on 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. New members welcome. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.

Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Yugoslav Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634 for more details.

Stitches and Craft — 5 Cranley St, Dargaville. 10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 384 1223 for further details.

Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. Small class groups. 9am–10am, $10 per session. If you’re 50+ and want to improve your movement as you age, this is the class for you. With some commitment you can gain strength as you condition your body for aging. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Tue 2.45pm–4pm, Wed 10am–noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm. Books for all ages, and jigsaw puzzles, DVDs, CDs and magazines available. All welcome.

TWILIGHT GOLF Northern Wairoa Golf Club — every Thursday 4–6pm. Dinner available, Prizes and raffles. All Welcome.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Morning tea and lunch will be served. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

PUZZLE TIME

ACROSS

1 Set at intervals (5)

4 English poet (8)

9 Garden insect (6)

Sudoku

ACROSS: 1 Grate, 4 Against the clock, 14 Satin, 15 Snarl, 16 Letter bomb, 17 Shack, 19 Use, 20 Marbles, 21 Inventory, 22 Despot, 25 Volunteer, 27 Gloomy, 28 Beside, 33 Incinerate, 35 Air, 36 Oblong, 37 Diva, 39 Map, 41 Similar, 42 Hoopla, 43 Refurbish, 44 Nurse, 45 Reindeer, 50 Is, 51 Assailed, 55 Resin, 58 Shangri-La, 59 Expire, 60 Irksome, 61 Dux, 63 Ship, 64 Little, 65 Act, 66 Toe the line, 68 Lustre, 69 Amulet, 71 Offspring, 76 Pickle, 77 Amusement, 79 Genuine, 81 Goo, 84 Later, 85 Adroitness, 86 Queue, 87 Niche, 88 Cheek of the devil, 89 Plays.

Fill the grid so that every column, every row and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.

DOWN: 2 Runway, 3 Throb, 5 Glee, 6 Incense, 7 Surged, 8 Trout, 9 Embargo, 10 Last, 11 Crater, 12 Stout, 13 Intense, 14 Skipper, 18 Recuperate, 23 Stray, 24 Implore, 26 Opinion, 27 Germans, 29 Initial, 30 Unwise, 31 Happy, 32 Sniffs, 34 Eros, 36 Opera, 38 Aphid, 40 Area, 45 Rises, 46 Italics, 47 Digs, 48 Elicit, 49 Aside, 50 Inexact, 52 Surcharges, 53 Insulin, 54 Ermine, 55 Ragtime, 56 Spite, 57 Fret, 62 Least, 67 Freckle, 68 Lagging, 70 Lumbago, 72 Finance, 73 Clutch, 74 Umpire, 75 Unruly, 76 Poach, 78 Strut, 80 Usual, 82 True, 83 Asti. 5x5

SIL IE ESS RC

Insert the missing letters to complete ten words — five across the grid and five down. More than one solution may be possible.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER FOR SALE

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

PLYWOOD V-GROOVE, Interior 9 & 12mm. Scooters

Plywood 09 438 6565.

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

TOP SOIL, top quality, $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

ANIMAL ACCOMODATION

WHEN THE Cat’s Away, Kaipara’s boarding cattery, 027 443 6140.

FENCING

FENCING, ALL types of fencing, pool, stockyards, post & rail, boundary plus… call Jeff 027 476 5458.

PET

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

NURSERIES & PLANTS

WISTERIA, PHOTINIA, Olea j5, Kowhai, Bottlebrush, Grevillea, Manuka, Pittosporum Corokia, Kowahi. All ready now. Got2Go Plants, 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. 09 439 5556 or

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.

Dargaville Acoustic Music

BLACKBOARD CONCERT

CALLING ALL MUSIC LOVERS

ACOUSTIC MUSIC GROUP CONCERTS RETURN

TRADES & SERVICES

CARPET CLEANING, repairs, re-stretching, and patching. Flood drying and small carpet laying work and upholstery cleaning. Very fussy and reasonable prices. Phone Darren, Alltrades Carpet Services 0800 425 587 or 027 286 8584.

WATER TANK Cleaning. Phone Pete 027 444 3053 or 09 405 9510.

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

Part Time

kitchen/counter

worker required

Days negotiable. Starting 6am.

Please call into the Corner Shop on 65 River Road and ask for Matthew.

Kaipara Community Health Trust

HEALTH SHUTTLE

Need transport to a health appointment?

For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

Head of learning Art

1.0 FTTE | Permanent

1 Management Unit (1 MMA) and

1 Middle Management Allowance (MA)

We are a friendly, well-resourced, futurefocused, rural College catering for Years

TREE SERVICES

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663, Arborcare Tree Maintenance. TREE TRIMMING Truck using Grapple/Saw – 26m reach — Pruning, Removal, Chipping, Qualified Arborists SIMPLE – FAST – SAFE – QUALIFIED – EXPERIENCED – VALUE FOR MONEY. Servicing KAIPARA CALL Team Vegetation on 09 439 0050.

WANTED TO BUY

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

October 5th 2023, 7:00pm

Community Centre Hokianga Rd, Dargaville $2 entry $2 raffle

BYO instruments or just come to listen: All Welcome Ph 021 439 697 for more info

SITUATIONS VACANT

Tautoko Programme Facilitator (In-school Youth Mentorship Role)

30 hours per week

Term time only

We are seeking a person who is passionate about helping reconnect young people to education, discover their passions, and guide them to be successful.

This is an exciting role, contributing and making a real difference to the success of our youth and positively impacting their lives.

You are part of a support network where empathy, communication and being a positive role model are paramount. Come and join the team at Ruawai College and work alongside our young people to reach their potential. The start date is negotiable.

Applications close Thursday 5 October 2023, at 9:00 am. Contact Tyla O’Sullivan at: pa@ruawaicollege.school.nz for more information

start date is Term 1 2024.

Applications close Wednesday 11 October, at 9:00 am. Contact Tyla O’Sullivan at: pa@ruawaicollege.school.nz for more information

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CLASSIFIEDS

PUBLIC NOTICES

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm, next is 5th October 2023, 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.

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

A MUSICAL JOURNEY through the evolution of Tango. Do not miss the AOTANGO QUINTET — Methodist Church, Monday 2nd October 2023, 6pm. Tickets: Phone Christine, Dargaville Museum 09 439 7555. Adults $30, Students/Children $15, Cash Only. DARGAVILLE HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.

GUITAR LESSONS. Become the guitar player you know you can be. One on one lessons, beginners to advanced. Phone 027 223 8998.

NZ LOYAL would eliminate the IRD & replace all taxes with a 1% financial transactions tax. Essential services would all be NZ owned. No fishing trawlers inside the 12 mile zone. NZ could again lead the world. Lance Bullock.

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

Crocker Estate Limited of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an off-license in respect of the premises situated at 52 Brooke Lane, Mangawhai, Northland known as BrookeLane Vineyard

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Vineyard

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 10am to 5pm.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or Unit 5, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 25 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

This is the only publication of this notice.

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the October 3 2023 edition is Monday, October 2 2023

PUBLIC NOTICES

“GRIEF TALKS”

Hospice Kaipara warmly invites you to attend this funded Community Five Week Programme focusing on Grief and Loss for those who have had bereavement within the last two years.

A weekly session of two hours over five consecutive weeks talking about new ideas around grief, how it impacts us, how we can find support or support ourselves and more...

Date: Thursdays

Time: Venue:

October 19th, 26th November 2nd, 9th and 16th 4.45pm – 7.00 pm Lions Hall, 38 Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

Facilitated by Josie Scott MNZAC Light refreshments provided.

RSVP or any enquiries to: Hospice Kaipara

Phone 09 439 3330

Email: office@hospicekaipara.org.nz

Please register your interest by Friday 13th October 2023

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

JD Boys Venture Ltd of Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an on license in respect of the premises situated at 40 Moir Street, Mangawhai, 0505 known as The Dune

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are:

Monday to Sunday 9am to 12am.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 25 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

This is the first publication of this notice.

PUBLIC NOTICES

DEATH NOTICES

Thurston,Darcey Warren

Passed away Wednesday 20th September aged 68yrs.

Expressions of Interest

Trustees for the management of Matakohe Cemetery

Expressions of interest are now open for anyone interested in becoming a Trustee for the management of Matakohe Cemetery.

Matakohe Cemetery is a historic, rural cemetery situated on Crown land, located off Church Road, Matakohe. The cemetery is neither owned or administered by Kaipara District Council, however, the Governor-General has delegated Kaipara District Council (previously Otamatea County Council) the powers to appoint Trustees for the management of this cemetery, as required by the Burial and Cremations Act 1964 (Act), Part 3, Section 23.

Further information is available on the application form which is available from: www.kaipara.govt.nz/cemeteries

Expressions of Interest close at 5pm on Friday 20 October 2023.

Kaipara District Council

The

open Friday Nights.

Club opens from 5pm.

Loved youngest son of the late Grenfell and Margaret (Peg) Thurston. Loved brother and brother in law of Lynley and Graeme White, John and Jill, and Max. Uncle of Fiona and Jeremy; Shane, Dene and Linda; Renee, Ashley and Michael. Great Uncle of

Always Remembered, never forgotten. Your loving husband, Ted.

Jon Ledingham

In loving memory of Jon who passed away 28.09.2007. Forever in our hearts.

Sadly missed and remembered always by Millie and family.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Pahi Reserve Society Inc

AGM

Will be held at the Wilson amenities block, Pahi Beach Holiday Park 10.00am Sunday 8th October 2023

Mask wearing is optional.

Through the evolution of tango with World Champion Accordionist

A MUSICAL JOURNEY and the GRAYSON MASEFIELD

AOTANGO QUINTET

At the

Please note that bookings are now being taken for Christmas functions.

Dargaville Club wishes to announce that their kitchen is now

Maureen Heather

37 PAHI ROAD, PAPAROA $765,000

623 BICKERSTAFFE ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO $450,000

RAISE A FAMILY OR RETIRE - PERFECTLY PAPAROA

Walking distance to Paparoa Village and a short drive to Pah , where you can launch your boat into the magnificent Kaipara Harbour this property offers the perfect location for leisurely living 3 brms, 2 loos, arge garage, home office, mature gardens and decks for entertaining Priced to sell

JILL POWELL 021 505 712 WEB ID L23265457

This unique 10-acre parcel of bare land offers endless potential Nestled amidst a steep contour t provides unparalleled stunning views Two unfinished