Championing a worthy cause
the appeal, a
that affects many in the community,” said organiser Samantha
Pool ownership in the balance
u by Andy Bryenton
The Kaipara District Council is preparing a business case for new ownership models at the Kauri Coast Community pool, after a frank admission that the current system isn’t working.
Sport Northland, which currently operates the pool, addressed councillors with the news that plant and equipment may need a costly overhaul, making it “unsustainable”, a fact backed up by previous reports indicating a $70,000 loss last year. “The model that’s in place — nothing’s working,” said Sport
Northland places and spaces manager Stu Middleton.
“Whangārei District Council has already taken the bull by the horns in relation to ownership. They are doing a business case for the change of ownership,” said Mr Middleton. While taking on ownership of the pool may be a good fit
for Whangārei’s civic authority, it might not be the most favoured option for Kaipara. Councillors opined that of the four options tabled, a community trust model was favoured, despite being initially written off by presenters as something that had already been tried and had failed. ¢
Kaipara — the new Taranaki?
u by Andy Bryenton
The government’s response to soaring power prices has included a promise to quash the current ban on oil and gas exploration offshore, which could lead to interest in fossil fuel reserves off the west Kaipara coast.
“Unlike many other countries, New Zealand is blessed with energy resources under our feet. Natural gas has drawn new industries to our shores, created well-paying jobs in our regions, and powered the producing, manufacturing, and exporting businesses that are the backbone of our economy,” said Shane Jones.
“Oil and gas explorers need to have the confidence to invest here and know they will have a key place in New Zealand’s energy sector now and into the future.”
That exploration is very likely to include the continued development of a known gas reserve which was discovered just before the ban on exploration came into place. The Reinga Basin contains similar geology and structures to the Taranaki Basin. Statoil New Zealand received a permit to drill exploratory wells off the Ripiro Coast, between the latitudes of Baylys Beach and the Hokianga Harbour, in 2013. Statoil, Norway’s largest company, has since changed its name to Equinor.
The ban stymied further exploration, but at the time, then-minister Gerry Brownlee called the drill site an “exciting opportunity,” noting “an active petroleum system present over a large area.”
If, as Mr Jones attests, drilling may begin again by early 2025, Statoil’s original exploration permit would still have three years to run; it was initially slated to end in 2028. Any application to drill commercially would need to be approved by the government, with 35year licences a possibility.
Mr Jones and coalition colleague Simeon Brown included electricity market regulation in their plans to curb drastic power price rises, which have put New Zealand’s electricity costs above those of other developed nations. ¢
Racecourse development gets go-ahead
u by Andy Bryenton
Dargaville’s housing squeeze will be further eased as a third major housing development makes significant progress; the Dargaville Racecourse Development has had its Private Plan Change approved.
The racecourse plan, which could see a whole new neighbourhood spring up on the site of the town’s former race track, was subject to Private Plan Change 81, a Kaipara District Council process of rezoning. A hearing was held in early 2023, and the hearing panel recommended the council should allow the PPC to be enacted. However, an appeal was lodged in the Environment Court by Te Raranga a Te Kuihi Trust.
The New Zealand Transport Agency, Waka Kotahi, also joined in the appeal as an interested party, meaning that mediation in court was required. That process was conducted amicably, with all parties agreeing to some small changes and amendments to the plan’s provisions.
“As a result of court-assisted mediation, the parties have reached agreement on resolution of the appeal,” said presiding Environment Court judge JA Smith.
In the meantime, other housing developments at the end of Ranfurly Street and atop the Awakino Road Hill
at Moonlight Heights received the green light, a timely response to the lack of housing availability in Dargaville. Now, with a vote of the KDC last week, the Dargaville Racecourse Development is able to progress to the next stage of readiness.
PPC 81 will become operative on September 24, opening up new possibilities for the land, which was once Dargaville’s centre for horse racing but was closed by racing authorities nearly five years ago. Plans outlining some of those options have previously been shared, and include room for retirement living, affordable private housing and light industry. ¢
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p The KDC has voted, and the plan change enabling the Dargaville Racecourse Development to proceed is now official
p The company that bought the exploration rights to the Reinga Basin also operates Troll A, the North Sea’s largest oil rig
The Riverview Rest Home and Village was established over twenty-five years ago by the Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust (MCCT) to service the Maungaturoto District.
Originally set up as a sixteen-bed Maungaturoto Rest Home. The complex has evolved to include a newly built 14 bed Specialised Dementia Unit. A residential area adjacent to the rest home offers eleven rental units and fourteen ‘own your own’ villas. A medical Centre, operated by Coast to Coast Healthcare, provides convenient onsite care for all residents.
Giving living water
u by Amy Fifita
Local missionary Stephen Rosser has recently returned after leading a team from the Good News Church Maungatūroto to help impoverished villages in Vanuatu.
Inspired by a documentary about doctor Derek Allen two decades ago, Stephen Rosser gathered people and sent mission teams to help people in Vanuatu. Having run the Vanuatu Water Projects mission since the early 2000s, Mr Rosser’s desire to help local families has remained the focus.
“One couple has adopted me as their son and given me a local name, Pastor Kalokot, which means he who walks with vision,” said Mr Rosser.
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“A typical trip involves installing spouting, laying iron roofs, fixing concrete wells, rebuilding cyclonedamaged homes, ministering in churches, praying for the sick and giving out reading glasses. We have put in water for roughly 9,000 people across 100 villages.”
Stephen has led groups from churches, Rotary clubs and schools, with the recent trip being the 33rd mission to the island nation. Having no way of flying to the regular island of Ambrym due to Air Vanuatu going into liquidation, he changed his tact.
“We worked on the island of Efate in Port Vila taking care packages and bibles, sharing the gospel and praying in prisons, doing youth work and street evangelism. The main hospital was run down so we spent time helping out, spending time with patients by talking, praying and sharing with them.”
The group of adults and teenagers shared and ministered in two churches, donated reading glasses and installed water into a village. ¢
Power in creativity
u by Amy Fifita
Kaipara artists Lisa Wintle and Jay Allen will showcase their creative flare at The Neuroverse Exhibition at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery to raise awareness for dyslexia and learning disorders.
“It is a way to uplift and encourage neurodivergent students to be lifelong learners,” said Lisa.
“The Mangawhai Artists Gallery is donating $1,500 to the Ōtamatea High School’s Learning Centre, which will contribute to getting the Agility With Sound programme in 2025.”
The programme provides structured literacy and decodable books for older students that help students with comprehension, writing and critical thinking.
“Learning aids in the classroom and learning styles help the relationship between teachers, parents and children. Education is powerful and helps you gain skills, so if children know how they learn, they can pursue good careers.
“Many dyslexics are creatives so many of those children could go on to become amazing artists.”
Having experienced difficulty at school herself, Lisa understands the struggle neurodiverse students have.
“After leaving school, I began studying and discovered I was a kinesthetic learner,
an experience that led me to work and study language overseas.”
The exhibition begins on Friday, September 6 at 6pm with Northland MP Grant McCallum attending to show his support for art and core subjects in school.
Saturday, 7 September from 9am onwards is set for the Family Day Experience. Children can explore the creative world through interactive activities and witness four renowned artists at work — 3d artist Howard Esler, Dennise Brownlie, Jay Allen and King’s Service Medal recipient Pat George. ¢
p Adults and teenagers teamed up to help patients, prisoners, youth and villagers in Vanuatu
p Lisa Wintle will be displaying her artwork alongside Jay Allen at the Neuroverse Exhibition starting this Friday at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery
NRC Māori ward decision
u by Andy Bryenton
The Northland Regional Council has voted on the retention or disestablishment of Māori wards, going further than deciding to keep Māori representation for the region’s governing body.
Councillors met in Whangārei to discuss the matter and returned a result directly at odds with that reached by the Kaipara District Council. Not only did all but one of the NRC’s elected members vote to retain the Te Raki Māori ward, but an amendment was also made, and passed, instructing the council’s CEO to investigate the option of defying Wellington and refusing to hold a referendum on Māori wards at the next election.
Kaipara ratepayers are now in the curious position of having the two councils they fund at opposite ends of the spectrum of debate on the issue of Māori representation.
“Today, as we deliberate the future of our Te Raki Māori ward, we are not just deciding on a matter of governance. We are dealing with the strength and future of our partnership with our Māori communities,” said NRC deputy chair Tui Shortland.
“This is not about racist special treatment. It is about ensuring equity and effectiveness in our council’s work.”
Discussion around the table largely supported this stance, with the bill
introduced by David Seymour to allow the disestablishments of Māori wards labelled “a step backwards” and “not aligning with our values.”
The Te Raki Māori ward was retained with just one vote in opposition. Now, councillors await the results of the CEO’s investigation into what might happen if they go against the specifics of Mr Seymour’s bill, and refuse to hold a referendum in 2025. ¢
Dargaville’s medical training ground
u by Paul Campbell
Dargaville is a recognised training ground for medical students, as the hunt goes on for an overnight specialist for the hospital, as part of a long-standing strategy to enhance job prospects in the local profession.
Chairman of the Dargaville Medical Centre, Dr Mike Hogan, is proud of having an active teaching practice for medical students and general practice registrars for more than 30 years.
“All our partners have specific skills providing in-depth teaching in areas such as dermatology, practical skills, sexual health, ophthalmology, management of severe trauma, obstetrics and gynaecology and rural hospital medicine,” he says. “We greatly appreciate the time our patients willingly give to help us teach our next generation of doctors. Most patients enjoy helping students, and also benefit from the extra time available for students to listen and update their clinical notes.”
Kaipara Community Health Trust CEO Debbie Evans says that in 2007 the Northland District Health Board and the University of Auckland’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences set up the Pukawakawa Programme, which offers year five medical students the opportunity to gain experience in regional and rural health in Northland, with about 20 per cent returning to Northland as medical staff.
“Students spend the majority of their time working at Whangārei Hospital, and the remainder placed at Dargaville, Bay of Islands, Kaitaia or Rawene Hospital to work in integrative care.”
Dr Josh Griffiths from the medical centre in Dargaville went through this programme and said: “Rural medicine is exciting. You’re always making highly tailored decisions for the patient in front of us — providing the kind of care we would want for our own families.” ¢
On Wednesday 28th August 2024 the Dargaville Medical Centre made the difficult decision to increase patient fees.
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We are still reviewing services that will be effected by price increases. These will be displayed on our website and in practice.
We join the larger primary care community in feeling distressed by this decision, especially when many of our patients are already struggling with the cost of living increases, however these increases are necessary to ensure we can continue to provide the service that we have been doing in the future.
If you are concerned about the increased fees to see a GP you could scan the QR code which allows you to give feedback to the health minister. The code will provide you with an email template which you can send as it is or personalise to fit your concerns.
p Deputy chair of the NRC, Tui Shortland, spoke vehemently for the retention of Māori wards
p Dr Josh Griffiths, Dargaville Medical Centre
Successful investigations deliver
u by Amy Fifita
The Kaipara and Whangārei police have made arrests following recent ram raids, and are currently investigating boy racer concerns in the area.
“In recent weeks, there have been vehicle thefts in the Dargaville area, and in some cases, the cars were used for the recent spate of ram raids,” said Sergeant Kiley Dalbeth.
“Through thorough investi gations by Whangārei and Kaipara police, we have identified and arrested suspects for their involvement in the ram raids.
“We are noticing a youth element in some of these crimes. Our ultimate goal is to lead them down a better path so they don’t reoffend by referring them to Youth Aid, Blue Light and our other available agencies.”
Police are urging the public to stay mindful of vehicle security and avoid streetside parking when possible, as it makes them opportune targets for thieves.
Businesses can protect themselves by updating CCTV systems and installing bollards and smoke cannons. For more information, visit the New Zealand Police Retail Crime Prevention website.
“We are also noticing increased boy racer behaviours of locals gathering at
Acertain locations to do burnouts. While it is aggravating for residents, we do not want people to take matters into their own hands.
“Report it to the police immediately and capture photographs or videos, if it is safe. We will be actively targeting and impounding any vehicles involved in these groups and unwanted behaviours in the community.”
If you have any information on crime, report it to the police. Information can be given anonymously. ¢
boost for a village
A campaign to highlight the attractions of Paparoa, ‘the village in the valley’, is underway in September and culminating in an October showcase.
Progressive Paparoa is holding a shop local to win $500 during the month leading to Saturday, October 12, and a gala from 1pm to 5pm.
“It is free to attend and register a stall. There will be demonstrations, tastings, loads of useful information, gifts to buy, products and services to order, and food trucks offering tasty treats,” says community activator Luciana Orr.
“There are always new people moving into communities and many new businesses, too. We wanted to invigorate our local community again this year by providing this free opportunity for businesses to offer their products and services, network and connect with their wider communities.
“Be in to win $500 to spend locally in our shop local competition that runs from September 5 at participating businesses listed on our poster and website calendar. You must be at the 3pm prize draw to win.
“There’s a lot to discover locally. Cottage industries, workshops, training opportunities from Te Matarau Education
p Constable Jay Harrison and Sergeant Kiley Dalbeth encourage the public to come forward with any crime-related information
p Progressive Paparoa’s Business Showcase organisers Luciana Orr and Lissie Cleave
Accessibility strategy not adopted
u by Andy Bryenton
A Northland-wide, multi-council strategy promoting better accessibility for differently-abled people has not been adopted by the Kaipara District Council, amid debate on whether it could add cost and complexity.
Instead of adopting the strategy, the council took the lesser step of simply noting it.
The strategy was developed by a cross-council working group, including representatives from the Far North District Council, Kaipara District Council, Northland Regional Council and Whangārei District Council. Before Wednesday’s vote, these other councils had voted to adopt the strategy, which had been in development since 2019.
p The Kaipara District Council noted the findings of a report on accessibility, but stopped short of adopting it as policy
“The strategy does not introduce mandatory actions for participating councils. It sets out the intention and direction to make our region more accessible and responsive to residents and visitors with access needs,” said KDC strategy and engagement manager Jenny Rooney.
In questioning before the vote, it was established that adopting the strategy would not affect resource consenting, and that there were no additional costs associated with adopting it.
Opponents of adoption argued that the New Zealand Disability Strategy was sufficient to ensure equitable access to
council events, council communications and properties. They also cited possible unseen future expenses and layered bureaucracy. Supporters framed the vote as a question of ethics, and support for vulnerable citizens.
“It’s really just basic morals,” said councillor Wilson-Collins. “These people, in our history, have been marginalised, and have been treated like second-class citizens. Now, we can’t even adopt a strategy which says we are going to think about them? That’s really sad.”
“I think that if we don’t adopt this, it raises questions about the degree of disability around this table,” said councillor Vincent. ¢
Fun and prizes celebrating nature
Possum hunt is back
A showgrounds’ gala day will highlight the 14th year of the Paparoa School’s Annual Possum Purge from Friday, September 6 to Sunday, September 8.
“This annual event supports the school with fundraising, which enables a range of opportunities for its students, and registrations can be found on the school website or from the school office,” says principal Karyn Taylor.
“There are huge cash prizes up for grabs, but best of all,
fewer possums to destroy our native environment.
“On Sunday, September 8, there is a gala being held at the Paparoa A&P showgrounds, starting at 11am with a variety of food on offer, games and activities for the kids, balloons, face painting and raffles.” ¢
p Conservation Week is here, and this year, Kauri Coast has teamed up with the Dargaville Public Library to deliver environmental-themed displays, a native bird-themed scavenger hunt and a colouring competition. Kauri Coast is also working alongside schools to inspire students to take action for nature. Head down to your local library to join in the fun and perhaps even win a Conservation Week prize!
Forging fresh connections
u by Andy Bryenton
An event planned for Dargaville on September 12, seeks to connect community groups, so they can better serve their members, customers, clients, friends and neighbours.
With a wide range of crossovers in the community support space, it’s good for the leaders of service clubs, volunteer organisations, community groups, churches, mana whenua and like-minded societies to talk. The forthcoming Let’s (re)Connect event exists to make it easier to meet, greet and collaborate with others.
“Networking and supporting each other are valuable to community organisations, and having a day when everyone involved can meet up and share their experiences is positive for Dargaville,” says the Dargaville Community Development Board’s Sue Curtis, who helped make the event possible.
The DCDB joined forces with Volunteering Northland, Neighbourhood Support and SOS Kaipara to convene the 2024 Let’s (re)Connect, which will be hosted at the Dargaville Club, 55 Victoria Street, on Thursday, September
Dr. Rachel Moss, Specialist Gynaecologist, of Riverside Women’s Healthcare, will be retiring in December so the last consultation day will be 12th December 2024.
Unfortunately, we have not been successful in finding a successor at this stage. She will stop doing major surgery such as hysterectomies at end of October to ensure completion of post op follow up before retiring, but will continue to do minor surgery until the last operating list of 6th December as this will still give time to follow up results.
She will stop seeing most new patients during November except for urgent issues, and will then only see follow patients through till December.
An email will be sent to all existing patients of Dr Moss with more detail nearer the time.
12, from 10am until noon. Previous versions of this popular local event have seen more than 70 groups, clubs, societies and agencies gather to talk to each other, expanding the network of assistance and participation that strengthens communities.
Some of the groups that attend are purely charitable, some businesses. Some are religious, others wholly secular. Some are sports clubs, some promote the arts. However, all are interested in making sure that people who talk to them know about what their peers have to offer, too. If your organisation wishes to take part, all you need to do is email sue@dcdb.nz to book a space and bring a small plate for a shared lunch. ¢
Leading youth thanks sponsors
u by Amy Fifita
Lucas
Hassall
recently returned from his trip to the London International Youth Science Forum (LIYSF) and addressed the Dargaville Rotary Club and Delta Produce representatives with gratitude for the opportunity.
After attending the Rotary National Science and Technology Forum (RNSTF), Lucas was recommended by the University of Auckland to apply for the 2024 LIYFS.
“Coming from the national forum, my expectations were very high, and they were met. It is a prestigious programme and I enjoyed the learnings, social aspects and the exposure of leading the country,” said Lucas.
Lucas spent a fortnight in London hearing lectures at various locations, exploring the sights and attractions and representing New Zealand on an international stage.
“There were 15 New Zealanders that attended, and we did a cultural performance. We had a cultural evening, so we showcased Te Reo Māori, a waiata and a haka, and we received a lot of applause.
“When I heard the scientists, lecturers, professors and Nobel Peace Winners, they would always reiterate that as scientists, to learn, you have to fail.”
The Ruawai College head boy is passionate about science and aspires to become a rural general practitioner. It is not the end of his science forum journey, as he has been asked to be an advisor for the 2025 RNSTF, an opportunity he has accepted.
“I learned to always put myself out there, and the trip has cemented my GP pathway and given me plans to fall back on. I am endlessly grateful for the sponsorships.”
p From sports clubs to churches, social services to emergency first responders, all are welcome at the 2024 Let’s (re) Connect expo
p Dargaville Rotary Club president Michael Gardner (centre) and Tyla O’Sullivan (right) with budding young doctor Lucas Hassall (left)
Support from all generations
People of all ages from preschool to adulthood backed the annual Daffodil Day appeal last Friday with feedback from fundraisers speaking of the generosity givers had this year.
p Selwyn Park School students presented their day’s collection to ANZ manager Dania Wood to be given to the Cancer Society
p Busy Bees children supported the day by adding to the donation box and dressing in yellow
p Dargaville Primary School was a sea of yellow with pupils and teachers raising $950 for the cause
p Learners at Dargaville Intermediate School sported the Daffodil Day theme by dressing up and supporting the appeal
p The Dargaville High School Student Council got behind the day with the art leaders driving enthusiasm by creating a photo frame for pupils to pose in
p Fundraisers Devena Mitchell and Dianne Hawkings say they enjoyed collecting donations and listening to people’s own stories about surviving cancer
PROUDLY SUPPORTING KAIPARA
At Bayleys Dargaville, we take pride in our strong community connections, actively supporting both The Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade and Dargaville Primary School. Whether it ’s contributing to the essential services provided by our local fire brigade or backing the educational efforts at our primary school, we are committed to making a positive impact in our community
Dargaville Primary School is deeply grateful to Lisa Pocklington for her incredibly generous contributions to our Tier 3 literacy supports. Her support plays a crucial role in helping our students who face challenges in learning to read, ensuring they receive the assistance they need to succeed. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in their education and lives.
Curtis Gaylor, Dargaville Primary School
Thank you for your invaluable sponsorship of the Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade Your generous support plays a crucial role in enabling us to acquire essential equipment that we wouldn’t be able to obtain otherwise
Jason Campbell – Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade
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Spring Spruce Up
Classic — but beautiful
u by Liz Clark
In the age of the perfect lawn, sometimes it’s nice to be adventurous and enjoy planting some colourful annuals and perennials to brighten things up.
The classic cottage garden look can fit into any setting. You don’t need a charming wee cottage to have long-lasting colour to remove the uniformity of that green everywhere. No matter how small the space is, there’s always something to fill it up with. Besides, the bees and butterflies will love you for it.
Unlike the traditional orderly landscaping of architectural lowmaintenance shrubs, a cottage garden has no rules. It means you can do whatever you like with the available space and fill it up with as many plants as you can get your hands on.
Create your planting bed shapes by using a garden hose as a guide to creating serpentine curves and winding paths. Use a sharp spade to cut into the soil and create edges. Lay down generous amounts of cardboard and newspaper to give a weed-suppressing foundation for the new garden beds. Combine a few bags of good-quality compost and potting mix together and cover it well. The weight will keep the weeds down and provide an ongoing organically-rich nutrient source for the plants.
The question is what to plant. That comes down to individual preference
rather than a set formula.
Layering the plantings with tall in the centre or at the rear, if the planting bed is against a wall or fence. Reuse and recycle old pots, farm implements and even old boats to create something pleasing to the eye and a talking point for friends and family.
In the flowering plant range, most of which can be easily grown from seed at minimal cost, the choices are endless. Take the option of either choosing a cottage garden seed mix and sowing direct into the planting bed or buying young plants from your local nursery. Suggested plants include alyssum, cosmos, delphinium, dahlia, foxgloves, cornflower, poppies, hollyhock, lavatera, stock, echinacea, salvia and achillea.
p Spring and
winter months when annuals and roses are no longer flowering. Mix in with herbs such as borage, thyme, rosemary and basil. ¢
Roses are another favourite. The best colours for a cottage garden theme are pink, white and purple. Look for old varieties with classic bloom forms and a climbing variety to grow over a rose arbour. Lavender provides year-round greenery and colour, especially in the
summer flowers can colour up even the blandest of lawn spaces
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Get your vegetation sorted for spring
u by Andy Bryenton
A home-grown company with decades of practical experience stands ready to assist with all those green and growing outdoor chores this springtime; Team Vegetation has invested in the knowledge and the equipment to tackle any task.
“The company has its origins in the mid1970s, though the name Team Vegetation came about in 2017,” says office manager and administrator Nicki Callander.
“We’re one hundred per cent locally owned and operated, and that means we really know the local conditions, and what local people need this season.”
One major need out there, in the wake of 2023’s cyclones and more recent winter weather, is taking care of trees. Leaning, sagging and threatening to heel over and fall on barns and power lines, or battered about to the point of potentially losing limbs, the arboreal landscape has taken a drubbing by nature. Team Vegetation’s arborists are fully qualified to bring some peace of mind to those with troublesome trees.
“We have a level four arborist on the team, and another staff member currently studying at Waikato University to attain higher qualifications in arboreal science,” says operations assistant Kyran Gillespie.
With spring just rolling around on the calendar, there are a lot of other jobs to tick off the checklist, too. Team Vegetation’s crew anticipate the usual demand for taming gorse, as spring is the right time to strike this thorny pest. There’s also Onehunga weed to think about, and the task of getting
pasture land ready to receive warmweather crops.
Getting rid of the bad stuff will help the goodness grow strong, and the time to make pasture plans is now. We’re also reminded to plan ahead for blackberry busting. The spiky menace is best defeated with spraying in summer, so it’s time to book a spot right now.
“As we’re weather dependent, it’s wise to talk to us soon and book in advance, as we don’t know what spring may bring,” says Nicki.
What the season will definitely bring is lots of hard work and the Team Vegetation crew are ready and willing. Not only is upskilling a constant in the culture with this local firm, they’re also investing heavily in new equipment, ensuring that there’s no job they can’t access and complete with ease. One example of this is the new telescopic tractor mower, newly delivered last week. Its pivoting cutting head and sixand-a-half metre reach make it the ‘long arm of the law’ when it comes to taming vegetation on hilly areas.
Give Team Vegetation a call, talk about your needs for spring, and get a quote today. It’ll make for a sunnier season all around. ¢
p Team Vegetation’s arborists are highly trained, well-equipped and fearless in their pursuit of a job well done
Spring Spruce Up
Landmark day for aquaculture
u by Andy Bryenton
Shane Jones has acted in his role as Minister for Oceans and Fisheries to grant surety to marine farming operators, across the finfish and shellfish sectors.
Mr Jones said the aquaculture industry, exports and the economy will all benefit from the passing of a bill that will extend existing coastal permits for marine farms by 20 years.
The Resource Management (Extended Duration of Coastal Permits for Marine Farms) Amendment Bill passed its third reading in Parliament last week after first being proposed in early 2024. It extends all existing coastal permits for New Zealand’s 1,200 marine farms by 20 years, but not beyond 2050, giving certainty to those seeking to expand this growing sector.
“I’m committed to ensuring the growing aquaculture industry is not held back by costly and needless red tape,” Mr Jones said. “By passing this law today we’ve given a vital sector the certainty it needs to grow exports and jobs for New Zealanders.”
If the law had not been changed, and the new bill had not been enacted, an estimated $6 million would have to be spent, this year alone, on consenting
for 200 marine farms. Shane Jones opined that this kind of cost is unnecessarily punitive.
“That money can now be invested by businesses on useful things p Aquaculturists, like these mussel farmers, have been saved millions at a stroke by the adoption of a new bill
like identifying new practices and technology to help lift productivity and sustainability in a sector that is going to help drive export growth in the coming years.
“High-value overseas markets and consumers want more of our great seafood, and there is enormous potential to turn our shellfish and salmon farming industries into multibillion-dollar a year export earners.”
Mr Jones says a diverse and strong aquaculture sector will also provide resilience for rural communities.
“A lot of Kiwis in rural areas depend on our primary sector, including fisheries, for work, and today, we’ve taken action to help protect and grow those jobs. We have a great reputation overseas for the sustainability of our seafood products, and I know the sector is committed to ensuring that it is protected and built on to boost value.”
Aquaculture is growing in popularity worldwide and now equates to roughly half of all fish and shellfish eaten by people — 49% in 2020, the last year records were released. New Zealand, with its long coastline, clean water and large harbours like the Kaipara, is ideally situated to capitalise on this trend. ¢
SNA review to rewrite rules
u by Andy Bryenton
The controversial topic of Significant Natural Areas (SNAs) has again been broached by parliament, with a move made toward new rules that will more clearly define areas for environmental protection, while emphasising the importance of private property rights.
Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard says the coalition government is delivering on its commitment to cease implementing new SNAs and review their operation.
This May, the government introduced a Resource Management (Freshwater and Other Matters) Amendment Bill that called for the suspension of National Policy Statement on Indigenous Biodiversity requirements for three years. Councils would no longer have to identify new SNAs and include them in district plans. The bill also extends some SNA implementation timeframes to the end of 2030.
As with freshwater management and protection provisions, the question inevitably arose of what would happen during the interregnum between the old National Policy Statement, now on its way out, and new rules, yet to be developed.
“We want to give certainty to councils and communities as soon as possible,” Mr Hoggard said. “We campaigned on the importance of individual property rights,
and we intend to deliver. In their current form, SNAs identified on private property limit new activities and development, and in my view, will likely undermine voluntary conservation efforts.”
To that end, last week Mr Hoggasrd and his colleagues set the parameters for a review, which will define once and for all what constitutes an SNA, in the eyes of the coalition government and the laws they intend to frame. The review will cover criteria for identifying SNAs, the full assessment and identification processes, and the management of land subject to SNAs.
From Mr Hoggard’s rhetoric, these criteria look set to vary markedly from those put forward by the now-deposed Labour government. Its SNA rules sparked outright protest and widespread concern among farmers.
“I want to make sure that the most unique environments are sensibly protected, without putting undue restrictions on land use change,” he says.
The review will consult with other ministers in adjacent portfolios, such as the ministers for the environment, conservation, agriculture and Māori-Crown relations. Recommendations from the review will feed into the wider resource management reforms being prepared by the coalition, and feedback will be sought from the public early in 2025 on new SNA rules.
For now, at the council and government level, the obligation to protect indigenous biodiversity under the Resource Management Act is unaffected by the suspension. Other NPS-IB provisions, including the management of existing SNAs, will continue to apply. ¢
p Andrew Hoggard, Associate Environment Minister
A dog’s tail … Stormy whether an’ bad footy ona farm
“Well Dog that was a blimmin cat-a-callisim,” seda Boss as we arrived at smoko ona woolshed steps, ’cos tha sun was shiny and the birds was tweeting after that big storm we had.
I was figering wot tha Boss was meanin’ by a cat doin’ sumthing, but his gerlfren’ Sharlene arrived with cuppatees, so I waited in tha sun an thort about my scarey nite ina kenil. It’s a old oil drum wiv a fadge ter sleep on but very scary wen thunda booms rite on top and litening hits the grownd. Dunno about cats doing sumthing like Boss sed but I wooda dived unner tha woolshed, but it was reinin’ to hard. But Sharlene pored cuppatees an’ she askt tha Boss wot he was saying.
“I was telin’ the dog how we had a major double disaster,” Boss sed. “One thing I didint need a larmclock ter wake up an wotch the footy at three o’clock. I was wide awake like we all was.”
Sharlene tossed me a ham sannich crust wen Boss was busy slurpin’
his sannich an tees an she agreed too. “That was a helluva crash an lighhtnin’ Deah.” I almost got up ter wotch tha TV game myself. But seems I’m glad I didint if wot you say is right about disaster.”
“Humph,” seda Boss. “Reckin the ABs acterly ran outta steam towards that end, in that thin air ata stadium, an in come the Boks steamroller. No class there, just lika tank. An’ tha score favoured the Boks too, cos they didn’t actually score one try, but the reff was shortsighted even ona replay. Humph,” he sed agin.
“Well, let’s hope our boys is more used to the thin air nek week,” Sharlene sed. “But I tell yer wot, that storm sure rattild the farm about, lightin’ an’ thunder, an’ it occurred ter me we mighta skeered some pests offa farm. Anyway, that Paparoa School crowd gonna turn up soon ter kill any possims leff ina plantayshun.”
Sharlene took the papa he was lookin’ at and sed “yer right Deah. School does a grate job raisin’ possum fur funds, but hear it says we reely gotta problim. An she red in her skoolteecher voice:
“Federated Farmers surveyed 700 Kiwi farmers spending $5.45 a hectare controlling pests like deer, goats, possums, cats and geese and this costs $74 million and lost production at about $10 a hectare adds up to $139 million a year.”
“Gawd luvvus,” seda Boss. “We need more’n the local skool ona case, but at least we makin’ a start.”
I prikt up me ears. Cats are a pest, but I nose that. Pity we don’t have a problim ona farm since the Hermin tha Germin cat hear got run over by a tracta. How sad.
But anyways, them shooters gonna come an raise possum cull munny fer tha skool.
“Yep,” Boss sed, problim is tho’ that DOC has ter cover 8.7 million hectares of land, an that’s a hellova lot of possum pests in the country.”
I reckin I mite head unner tha woolshed that nite. Just ta be ona safe side.
See ya readas.
Billy ¢
WHAT’S ON?
September
Te Ringa Atawhai – ACC clinic — 10–2.30pm
Tuesday September 3rd. Walk in only at Whanau Focus
Heartland Services at 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Phone 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009 for enquiries.
Heartland Services Rural Clinic – Te Kopuru School
Tuesday September 3rd 9–11am. Free support connecting you with the government and community services you need. Printing, filling out forms, Kiwisaver, IRD questions. We can support you! Call us 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009 or check out our Facebook page for details on times or any questions you might have.
Rainbow Youth Drop in — Thursday 5 September, for LGBTQIA+ young people, ages 13–27, their friends whanau and their communities. 3.30–5.30pm. At Whanau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Check RYnorthland instagram for updates and cancellations.
Free One Day Harm Reduction Workshop –Methamphetamine — 6 September, 10am to 3pm, Dalmatian Hall, 20 Normanby Street, Dargaville. Non-judgemental support and real kōrero. For more information contact 021 564 618. Free lunch.
Heartland Services Rural Clinic – Ruawai College
Tuesday September 10th 9–11am. Free support connecting you with the government and community services you need. Printing, filling out forms, Kiwisaver, IRD questions, we can support you! Call us 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009 or check out our Facebook page for details on times or any questions you might have. Let’s Reconnect Event — for Agencies and Community Organisations that support the members of our community. 12th September, 10am–noon at Dargaville Club, 55 Victoria St, Dargaville. Bring a small plate of morning tea to share and lots of business cards. For more information email suec@dcdb.nz.
Heartland Services Rural Clinic – Aranga School Tuesday September 17th 9–11am. Free support connecting you with the government and community services you need. Printing, filling out forms, Kiwisaver, IRD questions. We can support you! Call us 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009 or check out our Facebook page for details on times or any questions you might have.
Heartland Services Rural Clinic – Pouto School — Tuesday 24th September 9.30–11.30am. Free support connecting you with the government and community services you need. Printing, filling out forms, Kiwisaver, IRD questions. We can support you! Call us 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009 or check out our Facebook page for details on times or any questions you might have. IRD Clinic – Heartland Services — Free help with tax, debts, family support payments, etc. 26th September, 10–2.30, by appointment only. Call for enquiries 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009, 61 Victoria St, Dargaville. Neil Diamond Tribute Concert featuring Mark Taipari — 28 September, 5pm, Dargaville Club, $20 per person. Tickets on sale at the Dargaville Club. Markets
Kaihu Hall Market — 4th Saturday each month 10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.
Maungaturoto Night Market — 1st Saturday of every month, 4–7pm, at The Epicentre, 98 Hurndall Street. 021 0234 3632 kierenwilson22@gmail.com or Facebook.
Monthly Market — 1st Saturday of each month, 8am–noon at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).
Paparoa Artisan Market — now quarterly 10am–2pm Paparoa Memorial Hall, next market is Sunday 8th December.
Paparoa Farmers’ Market — Every Saturday 9am–12pm. Genuine local produce, vegetables, seafood, olive oils, meats, patisserie, plants and more. Village Green, Paparoa.
Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 9am–1pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.
Clubs/Organisations
57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.
Alcoholics Anonymous — Dargaville meetings
Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby & Parore Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday
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 — For Players 13yo+, Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm at Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157.
Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — 2nd Monday of each month. Garden ramble, shared lunch, trading table phone 021 063 3444.
Blind Low Vision Support Group — Meets 10am, last Monday of the month, alternatively at Dargaville and Ruawai. Phone Noelene 09 439 0033 for more info.
Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts now at Parenga Street (between the Menz Shed and My Accountants).
Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 022 025 0235 for further info.
Dargaville Bowling Club Tuesday Bowls — Names by 9.30am, start 10am, finish 2.30pm. Contact Ray King 09 439 5509.
Dargaville Contact Bridge Club — Tuesdays 12.45pm and Wednesdays 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.
Dargaville Firearm & Military Collectors Club — 3rd Wednesday every second month at Lions Club Hall, Hokianga Road, at 7.30pm. Phone Beau Bryers 021 038 9654.
Dargaville Floral Art Club — 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville. Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.
Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. Phone Brian 09 439 5959.
Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years. Thursdays 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.
Dargaville Mainly Music — Interactive music and movement for preschoolers and their carers. Wednesdays 10am Baptist church, Victoria St, during term time. Contact Rebecca 021 969 626.
Dargaville Menz Shed — Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday from 10am to noon. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.
Dargaville Museum — Open 7 days per week. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Phone 09 439 7555.
Dargaville Riverside Taha Awa Garden Trust Join them in overseeing the running of the
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Garden. Contact Sheena 021 439 157 or email dargavilleriversidegarden@gmail.com.
Dargaville Scout Group — For boys and girls aged 5–99 years at 23 Onslow St. All info on door or phone Johnnita 027 296 5889.
Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs — Games like Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer or other strategy games. Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema.
Dargaville Women’s Group — 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am for morning tea at The Methodist Church, Cnr Awakino Road & Normanby Street, Dargaville. Contact Michelle 09 439 2930.
Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — NW Boating Club, 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.
Housie — Every third Monday of the month at 1.30pm, Dargaville Bowling Club. Janice Allan 027 355 7434. JP Services — Every Thursday at the Whanau Focus Office, 12–1pm, walk in only. Call or drop in for enquiries 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
Kaihu Valley Music Club — 3rd Sunday of the Month at Kaihu Hall on Woods Road. 1pm–4pm. Enquires to John or May 09 439 0827.
Kaipara Cycling — Calendar of Rides — Thursdays 3.15pm–5.15pm Junior Rides 10 years and older; 5.30pm–7pm Women’s Rides; 5.30pm–7pm Adult Rides. Meet at Time To, Normanby Street.
Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Contact 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.
Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Wednesday and Saturday. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 021 106 3635 or 09 439 4614.
Kumarani Creative Centre – Creative Dance! — 5pm Thursdays, 15 Onslow Street. For all ages and abilities, fun and inclusive. Koha.
Kumarani Productions — Tuesdays Circus Kids 5–10 years at 3.45pm–4.45pm, Youth Circus 10–18 years at 5pm–6.30pm and Dargaville Fire and Circus Jam 6.30pm–8pm. 15 Onslow St. Through school terms only. Koha.
Line dancing group for beginners — every Monday night 5.30pm–7.30pm at Dargaville Dalmatian Hall. Contact Donna 021 729 955.
Lions Club of Ruawai — 3rd Thursday of the month (social) and 1st Thursday of the month (business). Contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.
Lions Dargaville — 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John 09 439 5937. Maungaturoto AA Meeting — Mondays 7pm at the Holy Trinity Church, 134 Hurndall St East, Maungaturoto. Contact Carolyn 021 828 055.
Northern Wairoa Country Music Club — 1st Sunday of the month at the Scout Hall, 23 Onslow Street 1–4pm. Enquiries to Bruce 09 439 5513.
Northern Wairoa Genealogy Society — Learn how to trace your family history or understand DNA at Dargaville Museum, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.
Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. Contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155. NZ 60s Up Movement — Dargaville Social Meetings held at the Lighthouse Function Centre on 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560. Paparoa Box Fit — $10. Stretching/cardio/boxing. Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Wednesday 6–7pm. Paparoa Dance to Music — $5. Stretching/balance/ resistance bands/Zumba, Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Tuesday 10.30–11.30am.
Paparoa Kids Fun Class — $5. Learning/Music/ Dodge Ball/Limbo, Paparoa Memorial Hall, Every Friday 3–4pm.
Peggy Purls in our Community — Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby St. Ring Charlene 09 439 6120. Petanque — social play. Mondays 9.15 till 11.30, $2, fun exercise, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.
Pono Lodge Yoga — Tuesday 9.30am. Hatha Yoga with Anisha. Mats, bolsters and blocks available, $20. Contact Anisha 021 301 860 or see our Facebook page.
Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.
Rotary Club of Dargaville — Weekly at 11.30–1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. Men and women. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.
RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.
Ruawai Bowling Club — new members welcome. For info call Alison 027 243 5454.
Ruawai Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.
Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Dalmatian Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634.
Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville. 10.30am–4pm, Tuesday and Friday. Contact Edith & Mike 021 439 675.
Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. 9am–10am, $10 per session. Call Tony 022 311 8447.
Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Wednesday 10am–noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm.
Te Kopuru Sewing & Craft Group — Coronation Hall, Norton Street, Te Kopuru every Saturday from 9am–noon. Gold coin koha for the hall. Contact Grace on 021 0858 2455.
Tinopai Craft Group — Mondays from 10.30–1pm at the Tinopai Community Hall. Phone Linda 09 280 9988.
Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.
TIDE
WED 04 5:04am (0.5m) 11:13am (3.1m) 5:15pm (0.5m) 11:26pm (3.3m) THU 05 5:36am (0.5m) 11:45am (3.2m) 5:46pm (0.6m) 11:57pm (3.2m) FRI 06 6:07am (0.5m) 12:15pm (3.1m) 6:17pm (0.6m) SAT 07 12:27am (3.2m) 6:39am (0.6m) 12:46pm (3.1m) 6:50pm (0.7m) SUN 08 12:59am (3.1m) 7:11am (0.6m) 1:19pm (3.0m) 7:24pm (0.8m) MON 09 1:33am (3.0m) 7:47am (0.7m) 1:55pm (2.9m) 8:03pm (0.9m) TUE 10 2:12am (2.8m) 8:27am (0.9m) 2:38pm (2.8m) 8:48pm (1.0m)
(0.6m) 9:33am (2.4m) 3:22pm (0.6m) 9:45pm (2.5m) SAT 07 3:48am (0.6m) 10:08am (2.4m) 3:58pm (0.7m) 10:20pm (2.4m) SUN 08 4:23am (0.6m) 10:44am (2.4m) 4:35pm (0.7m) 10:57pm (2.4m) MON 09 4:59am (0.7m) 11:21am (2.3m) 5:16pm (0.8m) 11:36pm (2.3m)
TUE 10 5:38am (0.7m) 12:02pm (2.2m) 6:01pm (0.9m)
Dargaville Arts Association www.dargavillearts.co.nz
PUZZLE TIME
82 Film theatre (6)
83 Seafarer (6)
84 Desire (4)
85 Not going (7)
86 Sexually unrestrained (10)
87 Varied (7) DOWN
1 Stationary (5)
2 One with permit to sell alcoholic drinks (8)
3 Lubricate (6)
4 Hindu teacher (5)
5 Italian wine (4)
6 Wished for (7)
7 Take away (6)
8 Alliance (5)
10 Sailor’s shout (4)
11 Old object (7)
12 Airstrip (6)
17 Caused to feel shame (10)
18 Feigned pass (5)
22 Plot outline (8)
23 Beginning (5)
24 Alters (7)
26 Garden tool (4)
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(6) 73 Rogue (5)
74 Kept back (8)
76 Robot-like (10)
81 Certificate (7)
48 Restricted (6)
49 Painter’s stand (5)
50 Savagely (8)
51 Small river (6)
52 Death-preventing (10)
53 Principal (4)
54 Gives a sign to (7)
59 First appearance (5)
60 Open pastry (4)
64 Fundamental (5)
65 Comfortable seat (8)
67 Newness (7)
68 Glowing brightly (7)
70 Sign up (6)
71 Cross out (6)
72 Body-wrap (6)
75 Caribbean country (5)
77 Goes out (5)
78 Loose-limbed (5)
79 Portent (4)
80 Capital of Norway (4)
28 Good-natured (7)
29 Stifle (anag)(6)
30 Arctic plain (6)
31 Shapeless lump (6)
33 Sea inlet (5)
35 Steam bath (5)
36 Air (4)
37 Impartial (4)
43 Tossed (6)
44 Lives (anag)(5)
46 Ground forces (4)
47 Correctly reasoned (7)
Sudoku
Fill the grid so that every column, every row and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.
ACROSS: 1 Acute, 4 Make a beeline for, 14 Flare, 15 Spare, 16 Thermostat, 17 Cocoa, 19 Dew, 20 Pendant, 21 Newsprint, 22 Apathy, 25 Certainty, 27 Bedlam, 28 Harden, 33 Scrupulous, 35 Cue, 36 Anchor, 37 Core, 39 Aim, 41 Penalty, 42 Bedeck, 43 Estranged, 44 Upset, 45 Carefree, 50 Up, 51 Animator, 55 Stein, 58 Affidavit, 59 Hikers, 60 Escaped, 61 Sue, 63 Hurl, 64 Regret, 65 All, 66 Simulating, 68 Theory, 69 Florid, 71 Fortitude, 76 Cannon, 77 Obstinate, 79 Condemn, 81 Sir, 84 Taste, 85 Immaterial, 86 Appal, 87 Movie, 88 Pipped at the post, 89 Shaky. DOWN: 2 Copied, 3 Tired, 5 Ache, 6 Earnest, 7 Browse, 8 Enter, 9 Intoned, 10 Etch, 11 Occupy, 12 Bandy, 13 Between, 14 Factual, 18 Instructor, 23 Pivot, 24 Hatchet, 26 Emulate, 27 Break-up, 29 Drought, 30 Eczema, 31 Scree, 32 Cotton, 34 Shed, 36 Amass, 38 Elder, 40 Calm, 45 Clash, 46 Referee, 47 Fade, 48 Envied, 49 Feast, 50 Unheard, 52 Insulation, 53 Adapted, 54 Oceans, 55 Startle, 56 Skill, 57 Arms, 62 Smuts, 67 Granite, 68 Twosome, 70 Rebuild, 72 Outcrop, 73 Bonsai, 74 Snatch, 75 Embark, 76 Crave, 78 Tempt, 80 Depth, 82 Kelp, 83 Mars.
5x5
Insert the missing letters to complete ten words — five across the grid and five down. More than one solution may be possible.
KAIPARA SERVICE DIRECTORY
CLASSIFIEDS PHONE 09 439
Closing date for classified advertising for the September
FOR SALE
19MM UT Pallet grade $79. Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.
CARPET, VINYL and hard flooring. Full supply and installation service. Mobile showroom. Free measure and quote. Phone Christine — Kaipara Flooring Co 021 515 415.
SAMSUNG APPLIANCES, Dishwasher Stainless
SSF6106K--- $450, Under Bench Electric Fan Oven
SVE614SA --- $450, Bench Top Gas Hob 4x Burners --- $100 Excellent Order 021 985 108.
TOP SOIL, conditioned top quality. 100% suitable for vege gardens or new lawns. $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.
CHURCH NOTICES
TE KOROWAI O IHU KARAITI MINISTRIES at the Church of the Nazarene, 4 Grey Street, Dargaville. Church service Sundays at 10.30am. Weekly except for school holidays: Maranga Mai, Wednesdays at 10.30am. Legacy/Man Up, Wednesdays from 6.30pm–8.30pm. Contact 021 136 5253 or tekorowai.ihu@gmail.com.
FENCING
FENCING, ALL types of fencing, pool, stockyards, post & rail, boundary plus… call Jeff 027 476 5458.
FIREWOOD
FIREWOOD — dry hot mix $110/m³, delivered free to Dargaville & surrounding areas. Phone or txt Henry 021 734 906.
FREE
1,000 SHEETS of music from 1920s–1970s for FREE. Phone Ron, evenings 09 439 8749 to arrange viewing or pick up.
NURSERIES & PLANTS
GOT2GO PLANTS shelter and landscaping, and hedging shrubs from $1 to $8. Got2Go Plants is open Tuesday to Saturday. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. EFTPOS is now available. Internet transfers or cash. 09 439 5556/027 488 3400.
GARAGE SALE
Monthly Market
Saturday 7th September 2024
Community Hall
Hokianga Road Dargaville, opposite the Anzac Theatre. 8am till noon, Something for everyone. 09 439 7243
LIVESTOCK
FLOWER ANNUAL HEREFORD BULL SALE
A/C KM FLOWER
Tuesday 10th September 2024
Commencing at 12:30pm at Dargaville Saleyards
Bred for Beef and Dairy Farmers. 60 Years of purchasing Top Quality Stud Bulls. Breeding for temperament, feet, ease of calving, length, colour.
24 X 2YR HEREFORD BULLS
22 X 1 YR HEREFORD BULLS
All Bulls guaranteed, BVD tested negative and vaccinated twice. C10 TB accredited. Closed Herd.
Viewing by appointments Kevin Flower 027 433 2407 Carrfields Agent: Haydn Evans 021 985 863
5% overriding commission to nonparticipating stock and station companies introducing purchases prior to sale.
PERSONAL
Friendship/Companionship
Steve is a 75 year old financially secure man. Tall, fit and active he enjoys the outdoors, dining, travelling and spending time with someone he can trust, respect and love.
To speak to Steve, please call 0800 446 332 Quote code 69 Genuine calls only.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
GARDEN MAKEOVER’S, absentee owner property care, garden creation, property clean ups, rubbish & vegetation removal. Call Garden2go for a quote: 021 0218 1111.
SECURITY
SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
SEPTIC TANK
SERVICES
MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.
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TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.
PLUMBER AVAILABLE for new builds. Contact James 021 0263 9558, Plumb Hub Northland Ltd. Servicing Hikurangi to Mangawhai. TREE SERVICES
COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS NEWS YOU CAN TRUST
ENTERTAINMENT
Visit the Dargaville Art Loft Thursdays from 6.30pm & join the
Tabletop Wargaming; Dungeons & Dragons; 3D Printing & Painting Miniatures & Models Upstairs at the Municipal Building, 37 Hokianga Road.
CLASSIFIEDS PHONE 09
SITUATIONS VACANT
DARGAVILLE AMBULANCE. Volunteers wanted. Contact Station Officer on 022 424 6685.
PUBLIC NOTICES
ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — Resuming after the winter - next concert is the 5th of September 2024, first Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm. Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.
CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU Dargaville & Districts
Annual General Meeting will be held Thursday 5th September, 2024, 1:15pm at the Bureau,16 Parenga St. All Welcome.
DARGAVILLE HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.
Public notice
(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)
Vanderlay Hospo Limited of Mangawhai (Licensed premise operator), has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the issue of an on licence in respect of the premises situated at 40 Moir Street, Mangawhai known as Pacific Coast Taproom & Eatery
The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is a tavern
The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Interior & Exterior (private land): Monday to Sunday 9am to 12 midnight.
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 notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. This is the first publication of this notice.
09 431 9080. reception@otamateacs.org.nz
No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105 (1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.
Public notice
(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)
PT & B Jackson of Dargaville, has made
to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee
Dargaville known as Dargaville Central Hotel
The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Hotel
The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 9am to 12.30am the following day.
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 second publication of this notice. The first was published on 27 August 2024.
Public notice
(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)
Mamaranui Bowling Club of Dargaville, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal and variation of a Club licence in respect of the premises situated at 23 Mamaranui Rd, Mamaranui known as the Mamaranui Bowling Club
The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is a bowling club
The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 8am to 1am the following day. 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 only publication of this notice.
Public notice
(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)
New Asian Restaurant Limited of Dargaville, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the issue of an on licence in respect of the premises situated at 73-75 Victoria Street Dargaville known as New Asian Restaurant
The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is restaurant
The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is intended to be sold under the licence are: Monday to Friday 12.00 noon to 9.00pm. Saturday to Sunday 4.00pm to 9.00pm. 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 issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.
This is the first publication of this notice.
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