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It’s hard to know where to look as the extensive programme unfolds but first to catch the eye and the taste buds might well be the barbecue demonstrations, in a format hugely popular in the United States (when suitable gatherings resume there) and which are becoming popular here. “We have two amazing barbecuers (and maybe a couple of others) coming along to show you their barbecuing skills,” says event coordinator, Meagan Walters. ”Come and possibly learn a tip or two, plus we are sure some samples of their cooking will find their way into your mouth.” There will be myriad food and beverage outlets across the field days site, and many exhibitors will add to the hospitality that is an event byword. On the show front, there is entertainment for all ages. “Show favourite Chelsea Marriner and her team of talented canine companions return to dazzle you with their skills, performing an array of tricks from fetching cold drinks from the chilly bin to flag-waving and plenty in between,“ says Megan. The Taungatara Clydesdale team will be back as a fun way to travel the sights and horses of a different speed will be at the Stronghold Cutting Horses Demonstration. Cutting dates back to when cowboys worked cattle and has grown into a widely recognised sport today. Animal intelligence will also be on show in the Northland Sheep Dog Trials as competitors and dogs each day try to negotiate the course in a calm, steady progression within 10 minutes. Fitness plays a part too, and the Bank Challenge, where the banks put
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The contentious Resource Management Act is to be repealed, following more than a decade of calls for its removal and twenty amendments to try to make it fit for purpose. Environment minister David Parker says that the three laws which will replace it will serve New Zealand better. The call comes after the Randerson report recommended scrapping the RMA, the last in a long line of official notices that its time was over. The Productivity Commission, the Waitangi Tribunal, Local Government New Zealand, the Property Council, Infrastructure NZ and even the law’s architect Sir Geoffrey Palmer have all called for it to be struck down since its inception in 1991. National, Act and Labour all agreed both pre- and post-election that something needed to be done. Ironically, the decision to scrap the RMA came just a day after the publication of an editorial in our Weekend Lifestyler publication calling time on the unpopular law. “Urban areas are struggling to keep pace with population growth and the need for affordable housing. Water quality is deteriorating, biodiversity is diminishing and there is an urgent need to reduce carbon emissions and adapt to climate change,” Parker said. “The new laws will improve the natural environment, enable more development within environmental limits, provide an effective role for Maori,
and improve housing supply and affordability. Planning processes will be simplified and costs and times reduced.” The existing law will be split into three, with the Natural and Built Environments Act (NBA) to provide for land use and environmental regulation, the Strategic Planning Act (SPA) to integrate with other legislation relevant to development, and the Climate Change Adaptation Act (CAA) to address complex issues associated with managed shoreline retreat, and funding and financing adaptation. It’s a huge move for the rural sector, who have long seen the RMA as an impediment to growth, and who will be watching cautiously as the details of the new NBA and CAA especially come into focus. The plan going forward is for the replacement of the RMA to proceed through parliament throughout 2021, with its implementation slated for December at the earliest.
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Producing happy eggs by Ann van Engelen
AT 17 YEARS OLD JAMES BORGER HAS TAKEN OVER HIS PARENTS’ FREE-RANGE CHICKEN FARM AT TE RATA FAMILY FARM IN PAPAROA WITH PLANS TO EXPAND HIS NEW VENTURE.
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manure and spread it on the paddocks as it is a brilliant fertiliser for grass. We water blast the shed so there is no dirt and we sanitise where the eggs are laid. “We are on a share farming system, which is similar to a share milking system. Mum and dad own the land and the buildings. I own the chickens and do all the work, and we split the profits 50/50. It is a win-win for us. “Free-range eggs are different from caged or barn raised. If you compare the yolk ours are rich, golden orange. This is because of the minerals, grass and good things that they naturally get from the soil. Other eggs are often light pale yellow. I believe free-range tastes better because what the chicken eats is what you get. If they only have pellets, that is what you get. “I have been running the farm since June and have come to love the business more. I like the variety of work like fencing when need be or sweeping the shed. I enjoy working with animals and helping with the cattle. I like that I can give my siblings work experience and earn their own money. “Having my own company at Te Rata Family Farm and learning about marketing, writing invoices, and paying taxes is interesting. My future plan is to grow a little bit bigger and sell more eggs locally and have happy, healthy hens. Happy eggs come from happy hens living a carefree life.”
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Northland Rescue Helicopter has announced Craig Gibbons as its new CEO. Mr Gibbons is a helicopter pilot with vast experience in the air ambulance sector. Mr Gibbons was most recently general manager operations at CareFlight, an Australia-wide aeromedical charity. “The Northland Rescue Helicopter has an incredible reputation around the world and I am looking forward to ensuring we continue to provide a worldclass air ambulance service for the region,” he says. “CareFlight and Northland Rescue Helicopter have the same goals with both organisations committed to saving lives and serving local communities by providing the highest standard of rapid response critical care. With 2020 being the Northland rescue chopper’s busiest year on record, it highlights the importance of having a dedicated Northland rescue chopper service. “It is also clear to me that Northlanders and local businesses are hugely loyal supporters of the service, which is highlighted every year by the generosity they show during the annual appeal. It is that sort of support that
helps keep our choppers in the air.” 2020 was a busy year for the Northland Rescue Helicopter, finishing the year with 1,115 call-outs making it the busiest year since the service began 32 years ago. Despite the Covid-19 lockdowns, the helicopter saw an increased demand for its service, alongside assisting with the country’s coronavirus pandemic response. There were several notable rescues including transporting a police dog to the Veterinary Specialist Group Clinic in Auckland for treatment after it was shot during an incident near Dargaville. The helicopter attended to a man swept off his boat at sea, and a teenager was helped off a cliff after falling off his kayak during a trip near Tutukaka. There were 77 call-outs in the first 17 days of January including attending ten call-outs in one day. Mr Gibbons takes over from Paul Ahlers who stepped into the CEO role temporarily following the retirement
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Bouts of timely rainfall mean this summer has been ‘kinder’ to many Northlanders than last year’s prolonged drought, but with much of summer and autumn still to come, authorities say it is still sensible to save water where possible. “When viewed as a whole, the weather around the region to date was collectively what could more loosely be called a ‘typical’ Northland summer in terms of overall rainfall,” says Northland Regional Council’s group manager Regulatory Services, Colin Dall. “Coming into this summer, spring was drier than usual, as was the first official month of summer, December, with western areas and Kaitaia receiving around 30 per cent of typical rainfall, and the east coast receiving around 10 per cent.” Given the region is nearly through summer, it is common sense for everyone to be conserving water wherever possible, whether on town supply, tank or groundwater, and ensure it was not wasted unnecessarily. That includes people keeping a vigilant eye out for, and repairing, any leaks in their water supply systems. “Northlanders on tank supplies need to be especially mindful of conserving water,” says NRC’s Water and Waste monitoring manager Alison McHugh. “Aside from the obvious financial cost of buying in the water, people that need tank refills also have potential environmental costs, putting pressure on supplies in other areas, reducing water in streams and rivers and potentially affecting aquatic habitats.”
Those who source water from groundwater supplies have a similar role to play as not all aquifers are created equal. “Regionally aquifer levels are lower than usual — again largely the legacy of last year’s prolonged drought and were being monitored closely by the regional council. Typically aquifer levels decline over summer and reach their lowest levels in autumn before recharging over the wetter months. “While some aquifers are able to cope over the dry months, others are more susceptible to seawater intrusion, particularly those in small coastal areas. Be mindful of your pumping rates when taking groundwater. “If you are living in a coastal area, reduce your pump flows to help avoid adverse effects if you haven’t already done so, regardless of whether you have a consent or not. “There are hundreds of Northland users taking relatively small amounts of water who don’t need resource consent to take that water, but still need to respect the resource.” Several hundred people or organisations do have consents. District councils taking water for public water supply and farmers irrigating pasture are among the biggest users, requiring hundreds of thousands of litres daily.
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“We had taken our cows with us, and they were covered in snow. Being Northland cows and not used to that type of cold they didn’t know what the hang was going on. Our dogs didn’t know how to walk in snow — it was an amazing shock for all of us. “The farm had a barn for the stock, so we put the cows in there when it got too cold. The troughs would freeze over, and we had to smash the ice on top for the cows to get water and we grew turnips for feed. Our cows weren’t used to turnips, and you needed to be aware that they could choke as they ate them like apples. “Another new thing for us was the Edendale dairy factory would ship excess whey to farms for the stock. The whey was placed in the cows’ troughs as a supplement, which the cattle really enjoyed. “It started as free, but as it became popular, we had to pay. The cows loved the product, but the factory eventually stopped supplying it as it became good to spread on farms to help with grass growth instead. “When our time there came to an end we wanted to buy our own farm. We looked everywhere but couldn’t afford anything in New Zealand so decided to try Australia. We flew there five times looking for farms and purchased one in Katamatite, Victoria in 2007. “We had 800 acres and milked a herd of 400 mixed Friesian cows. We were shocked at the size of the cows. “They were huge as they were a different breed to what we were used to in New Zealand.
“Australians thought the bigger the cow, the better but they were too heavy for the paddocks, and they also ate more. You don’t need big cows to get a good quantity of milk, so over the years we sold some and brought new stock in. “Not long after we moved there we were able to purchase another 200 acres off a neighbour. We built our herd up to 800 milking through a 50 bale rotary in partnership with another Kiwi family.” Lana and Cam’s moving experience had encouraged other Kiwis to also look at Australia due to the affordability of purchasing a farm. “After three years we decided to go out on our own and purchased a farm of 380 acres with no cows as we had invested all of our money in the land. We were lucky as we had found a great stock agent who helped us get started. He initially gave us 30 cows that we paid off over time. “The farm had a 60 bale rotary, and with the 30 cows, it took us 10 minutes to milk. “We slowly built our herd up to a mixed herd of 600 Friesian, Ayrshire and other breeds. We then bought a neighbouring farm, and our daughter and her partner worked it for us and milked 250 cows there for three years.” In 2012 the Browns were hit by a major flood that saw their farm go under water and their world turned upside down. They have continued to farm but have come up with alternative ways to create income. Read part two of the Brown’s story next month.
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Julie Burke farms with her husband Sam in Aranga and appreciates all life has to offer after needing the Northland Rescue Helicopter Service due to a freak farming accident in May 2019.
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grass-based and we make silage for winter feed. “In winter the stock is fed on a feed pad so they don’t mess up the wet paddocks, and we bring in Palm Kernel in case of a feed deficit.” In August 2019 Julie had a freak quad bike accident while moving cattle and says it is thanks to the speed of the Northland Rescue Helicopter Service that she was able to get to hospital quickly. “Sam was in Whangarei with our daughter. I was moving the cows to the cowshed and I came up the hill on the quad and hit a rut on the race. I flew up in the air and the bike came down on top of me.
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was calm and had done first aid training. I knew if they lifted the quad off my body after such a long period of time my body would go into toxic shock. “Thankfully he called 111 and told the operator that he believed it could be a helimed job due to the lack of access for an ambulance. The paramedics even had to be brought up to me on a quad. They were concerned about spinal fractures and didn’t want an ambulance to cart me to Whangarei. I think it took 20 minutes for the helicopter to get there. The chopper paramedic was brilliant. He did a full head to toe assessment
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and kept me informed the whole way. I was lucky to have no spinal injuries or fractures but had severed my nerves in my left leg and had no feeling at all. The doctor thought it may have needed to be amputated but I was determined that wouldn’t happen.” Julie worked with her physiotherapist to get the leg working again. “I can now walk and nearly run, but still can’t feel my toes. When I hear a chopper go over now I know immediately if it is the helimed. My heart skips a beat and I hope the person needing them will be ok. Living remotely I am so grateful
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already being made by our first and foremost conservationists, namely the farming community. My third and final reason for arguing that A&P Shows are highly relevant can be summed up in the phrase, ‘support local’. With the arteries of international trade clogged by the uncertainty brought about by a global pandemic, it’s only right that we look to our nearest neighbours to get us, and them, through these dark days. As always, I’d encourage you to contact your local MP if you’re needing help in dealing with a government department or making elected representatives aware of what’s going on in your world. My constituents of Kaipara ki Mahurangi should know that I’m always keen to hear from them via 09 412 2496 or chris.penkmp@parliament.govt.nz, and of course, in person when I’m next in the area. Visit my Chris Penk Facebook page facebook.com/christopherpenk to see where I’m heading next in my mobile office; a converted horse float affectionately nicknamed Natty. Take care out there, and hopefully, we’ll see you at an A&P Show soon!
Overall exports during the year reached historically high levels. They were seven per cent above 2018 exports ($8.6 billion) and 21 per cent above 2017 ($7.6 billion). “The results demonstrate that New Zealand’s red meat exports have remained stable despite the challenges of the global pandemic,” says MIA chief executive Sirma Karapeeva. “That is great news for the New Zealand economy and farmers. We have a diverse market portfolio and last year exported products to 111 countries around the world. This strategy, together with our strong market relationships, has been critical to helping the industry weather the volatility over the past year. “It also highlights the key role our industry is playing in underpinning the New Zealand economy during the global pandemic.” She says there remains a strong global demand for safe and natural high-quality red meat during the pandemic. “This is New Zealand’s competitive advantage and we need
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seedling within, blocking spray drift and letting in warmth and light while also protecting against adverse weather effects. You can see the benefits of this simple but potentially game-changing idea at Northland Field Days, as EcoGard presents its concept to the north following extensive use in Canterbury for events such as the Big Give, a replanting exercise with the Student Volunteer Army at Styx River.
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The Forest Owners Association says the Climate Change Commission has endorsed the crucial role exotic forestry will carry out in meeting New Zealand’s net greenhouse gas emission targets in 2030 and 2050. It says some groups, such as the Environmental Defence Society, have misunderstood the relative roles that exotics, and a new policy of planting native trees, might play. FOA president, Phil Taylor, points to the 380,000 new hectares of exotic plantations the commission anticipates will need to be planted between now and 2035. “These extra trees will be the support act for the commission’s targets of massive reductions of the overall carbon dioxide emissions from industry and transport. This decarbonisation has to be the thrust of meeting New Zealand’s climate change mitigation obligations. “Anything else is delaying solving the problem. Pines are great at buying time, but they don’t cut gross emissions themselves. The trees the commission has identified are fast-growing and so they will sequester carbon at a rapid rate, which the commission acknowledges.
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country being swallowed up by blanket forestry. That was never going to happen. “In light of the Climate Change Commission’s prediction clarifying this, we’d expect to see the government dropping its proposed restrictions on the conversion of farmland to forestry. “There is no takeover. Landowners should make their own decisions about farming or forestry, and what species of trees they want to plant.” Mr Taylor says if the government sets out to have 300,000 hectares of native trees planted by 2035, it will suit highly erodible and remote land, which might be better not to harvest. “The carbon sequestration rate of native trees is not superior as the EDS is saying. “Pines and eucalypts lock up carbon much quicker. That is a well-established fact. There will be very little carbon locked up in these slow-growing indigenous trees, even by the New Zealand zero-carbon deadline of 2050. “They are very much an investment for subsequent generations. By the end of the century there will be a substantial carbon bank in these native trees, and perhaps some timber available from them by that time. “Planting and protecting indigenous trees is a labour-intensive process, and so the government will be providing plenty of welcome jobs in weed clearance
and pest culling in remote areas to ensure the new plantings survive. “There will also need to be work helping those indigenous trees cope with climate change. Some trees, such as nikau, pukatea and ribbonwood don’t tolerate droughts well.” Mr Taylor says in the short term the plantation forest industry will be available if the commission’s formula doesn’t meet its targets over the next five to ten years. “Governments around the world have most often failed to meet climate change targets. If, for instance, the Manipouri electricity doesn’t become available for the national grid, then there might be a need for a large volume of reasonably rapid carbon lock-up. “Exotic trees can deliver on this, and that is without the cost of reverting to buying expensive carbon credits from overseas, or asking the taxpayer to make up the difference.” He says FOA looks forward to making these points at the upcoming consultation on the recommendations. “The Climate Change Commission has done an excellent job of informing our sector of their thinking leading up to their recommendations. “I am sure they will be listening carefully to our response. We have noted that the commission acknowledges the role plantation forests will be playing in
the bioeconomy in the transition to a post-fossil-fuel future and the carbon locked up in timber construction. “We are also going to tell them that they need to take into account the environmental benefits of plantation forestry, such as recreation, soil stability and clean water. “Plus of course, substantial regional employment and regular income throughout the growth cycle and at harvest time.”
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Bright forestry forecast
The latest analysis from the Ministry for Primary Industries quarterly report, Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries, information suggests forestry exports are expected to increase 8.1 per cent to $6 billion. This is for the year ending June 2021 due to strong demand for logs from China and the demand for sawn timber from the United States of America. Growth in the Chinese construction industry and the US housing market is expected to support demand for our key forestry products over the medium term. In addition, domestic timber demand is expected to remain strong due to increased residential construction. The log export revenue fell 24 per cent during the year ended June 2020, largely due to Covid-19 related
disruptions to harvesting, logistics, and demand. China remains the key market for New Zealand log exports, making up 82 per cent of overall log export values. Log exports are forecast to reach $3.2 billion in the year ending June 2021, up 12 per cent from 2020 but well below 2018/19 values when prices and volumes reached all-time highs. Chinese demand for logs remains strong, driven by increased construction activity. The industry expects demand for logs to continue for the medium term if China’s construction industry remains strong.
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The outlook for log prices is less clear despite strong demand signals from key markets. European foresters have been sending increased volumes of spruce logs into China in response to a spruce beetle infestation, which is likely to put downward pressure on New Zealand log prices. On the other hand, a planned ban on Russian log exports in early 2022 is expected to support demand,
and prices, for New Zealand logs in the medium term. Demand from South Korea, our second largest market for logs, is forecast to be relatively stable over the forecast period. Demand from India is expected to remain subdued for the remaining part of the year as Covid-19 cases decline, but it is expected to increase as its GDP growth rebounds.
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Positive export onion season The 2021 New Zealand export onion season is off to an early and positive start. “Amongst all the turmoil created by Covid-19 and the weather, it is great to be able to report that exports of New Zealand onions to Indonesia are underway, two months earlier than last year,” says Onions New Zealand chief executive, James Kuperus. “This is thanks to New Zealand Government trade officials’ efforts to keep trade open and a decision by Indonesian officials to release quota early. Seventy-eight tonnes of onions harvested earlier in January left for Indonesia. While this is small, it signals the season is underway early, and prices reflect the additional costs of growing and exporting during a pandemic. “The growing season has been favourable for onion growers. There has been adequate rainfall, and the quality is very good. The drought in Auckland did not materialise. While water was short, there was frequent rain during the growing season.” Total onion exports are expected to be between 170,000 and 175,000 tonnes in 2021. New Zealand onions are exported to 45 countries. Last year, the industry was worth $145 million. New Zealand onions are internationally renowned for their long keeping qualities and the industry, for its food safety practices. “New Zealand growers planted approximately six per cent less onions than last year. This was due to the
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Beacon registrations rise New data compiled by Maritime NZ’s Rescue Coordination Centre NZ shows Kiwis are taking safety seriously as greater numbers head outdoors. RCCNZ deputy manager operations, Neville Blakemore, says distress beacon registrations in December 2020 were up almost 30 per cent on the previous year, with more than 2,000 registered. “The up-tick in beacon registrations in December was in line with RCCNZ noticing more activity in January, as more Kiwis took to the outdoors through the holiday period,” said Mr Blakemore. “Accidents happen unexpectedly. Having a beacon increases your chances of survival as it gives early notification of your location and situation. It enhances and speeds up the rescue — effectively it takes the search out of search and rescue. “The range of beacon use was demonstrated in one day recently, when RCCNZ responded to five beacon alerts encompassing two people clinging to an up-turned dinghy; a person in a
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currents and winds before they know it.” Last year, RCCNZ tasked rescuers to respond to distress beacons 275 times — 62 on the water, 196 on land, 12 on aircraft and five classified as unconfirmed. This was only slightly down on the previous year, primarily due to the pause in boating and outdoor activity during the Covid-19 lockdown. To register your beacon, or for more information, visit beacons.org.nz.
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Oxley’s quality furniture Northland Field Days marks the first year of Pam and Martin Shead introducing Oxley’s Furniture to New Zealand — and what a first year it has been. “The wonderful diversity of scenery and spectacular locations within Northland make an ideal environment for outdoor living and the quality of Oxley’s Furniture stands up to the harshest weather conditions our region can throw at us,” says Martin. “It will ‘never blow away in the wind’, is a phrase used on a regular basis when people view the furniture.” After a great response at Dargaville last March to their range of outdoor garden furniture, the country went into lockdown with most shows and events cancelled for the remainder of the autumn and winter. “It was a tough time as we rely on showing this range of high-quality furniture to people. You need to touch and feel the furniture and look closely at how it is constructed in order to
appreciate the beautifully timeless designs. The exceptional quality and workmanship make every piece unique,“ says Martin. Oxley’s has managed to promote the range locally through smaller markets and events throughout Northland and now has a growing number of customers throughout the region. “One of the best compliments made is that we have had several customers who started off buying one set of furniture and now have come back to buy more,” says Pam. Made from 100 per cent recycled aluminium, the furniture will never rust and the final powder coated finish will never fade. The sand cast components are fully welded together so there are no nuts and bolts to come loose. It comes with
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FEbRuARY 2021
Ninety Mile Beach plan
A long-awaited and ground-breaking formal management plan for Te Oneroa-a-Tohe/Ninety Mile Beach formally came into effect on Monday, January 25. Established through Treaty of Waitangi settlement legislation in 2012, an eight-member Te Oneroa-a-Tohe Board, with an even split of iwi and local government members, was tasked with developing a management plan for the iconic beach. “The comprehensive beach management plan represents a great deal of work. This includes substantial public input across the past two years in particular,” says beach board chair Haami Piripi. “Te Oneroa-a-Tohe/Ninety Mile Beach has great cultural, historical and spiritual significance, not just to the five local iwi who make up Te Hiku o Te Ika, but to the wider community, Maori and non-Maori alike, New Zealand-wide starting with Ta Ara Wairua — the spiritual pathway. “The plan contains a number of measures designed to reflect public concerns and feedback expressed to the board, including the care and safety of all users and visitors to the beach, acknowledging tangata whenua and protecting the environment.” These include a 30km/h speed limit within 200 metres of any beach accessway or any activity such as boat launching and people fishing on the beach. A 60km/h speed for the remainder of the beach and requiring regional and district plans to recognise and protect Te
Oneroa-a-Tohe and Te Ara Wairua as a culturally significant landscape. “The measures won’t have immediate effect — they need to be actioned in the relevant legal documents such as council bylaws. The board’s purpose is to provide governance and direction to everyone with a role in — or responsibility for — Te Oneroaa-Tohe management area in order to protect environmental, economic, social, cultural and spiritual wellbeing within that area for the benefit of present and future generations.” The board is hopeful that the plan will help undo the scars of historical damage, neglect, Haami Piripi chairman pollution and abusive behaviour Te Oneroa-a-Tohe/Ninety Mile Beach Board chair that had impacted the beach. The focus has always been on getting the kai and recognising and providing balance of the plan right, believing its for spiritual, cultural and historic importance and likely longevity meant it relationships with the beach.” was not something that could be rushed. There is still work, including significant “In broad terms, the plan reflects as research, that needs to be done to best it can the collective aspirations for better understand the beach’s ecology three priority matters. Protecting and and how human and other influences preserving the beach from inappropriate impacted on it. use and development, and ensuring The plan is available at teoneroa-aresources are preserved and enhanced tohe.nz and covers activities including for present and future generations. cultural, resource management and “Recognising the importance of the economic considerations and is beach for Te Hiku o Te Ika iwi/hapu and expected to be in place for up to ensuring continued access to mahinga 10 years.
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NORTHERN FARMING LIFESTYLES
NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS 2021 – MAP & SITE LISTINGS STATE HIGHWAY 14
Dargaville
Start/Finish
A9 A8 Hospitality 45Sp orts47 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 Tent
B27 B26 B25 B24 B23 B22 B21 B20 B19 B18 B17 B16 B15 B14 B13 B12 B11 B10
B9 B8 B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 C9 C8 C7 C6 C5 C4 C3 C2 C1
D16 D15 D14 D13 D12 D11D10
D9 D8 D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1
E24 E23 E22 E21 E20 E19 E18 E17 E16 E15 E14 E13 E12 E11 E10 F23 F22 F21 F20 F19 F18 F17 F16 F15 F14 F13 F12 F11 F10 BALLANCE AGRI-NUTRIENTS ROAD G22 G21 G20 G19 G18 G17 G16 G15 G14 H20 H19H18H17H16H15 H14
Gate A
300 302 L12 L11 L10 POLARIS OFF-ROAD
M15
Public Car Park
Stronghold Cutting Horse Demo
Exhibitors Vehicle Exit
Gates B & C CORRECT AT THE TIME OF PRINT COMPANY
1 Phone Limited 4u Ltd 5 Star Kennels A – A Bespoke Piece Abode Evolutions Ltd Absolute Concrete Ltd ACT New Zealand Addiction Foods Adjusta Mattress Advance Dairy and Pump Advancequip NZ Ltd-Earthworm Attachments Advantage Feeders AFFCO NZ Limited Agco New Zealand
SITE
Market RP416 H18 Market J14b F20 RP522 RP508 K12 G22 E13 H3 J4 D23
Agri Solar Ltd Agricom Agricom and Seed Agrifeeds Agrifert NZ Limited Agriline Ltd AgriSea NZ Seaweed Ltd Agritrade Ali Arc Bullbars American Retro Furniture ANZ Bank Apollo Entertainment ARB NZ Ltd ARB NZ Ltd ASB Bank Ltd Autosure Insurance
G3a H18 H9 D5a F5 D10, D11 I13 H18 F9 L12B I16 LP108 & LP109 F9 K10 G4 F9
Attractions/Entertainment
I9
I8
I7
I6
I5
I4
I3
J9
J8
J7
J6
J5
J4
J3
I2
HQ
Northland Field Days Office
Site for NFD Use
HONDA HIGHWAY K9 K8 K7 K6 K5 K4 K3
L9 L8 L7 L6 L5 L4 L3 L2 NEWLOVE ROAD
Food315317 319 321 323 309 311 313 Food Court 2 Entertainment Court 3 Area 340 342 344 346 348 350 352 354
LEW’S WAY
339 341 343 Sheep Dog Trials 364 366 368 DAVE PHILLIPS MEMORIAL DRIVE EXHIBITOR CAR PARK NO.1
Avoca Lime Company J9 B – BA Pumps and Sprayers E9 Ballance AgriNutrients G10 Bank of New Zealand F17b Bay Irrigation Ltd D5b Beef & Lamb New Zealand E16, F16 Bell-Booth Ltd H16 Bidr H18 Big Ks Smoked Cheese 709 BioAg Ltd I7 Black Duck H9 Born in the USA L15 Briggs & Stratton D23 Bryant Tractors 1983 Ltd C23,C24,D23,D24 Buckton C9 BuildLink / Trowel Trades F21
Come see us at the Northland Field Days Site I7 Tokoroa Road
GILLATT LANE
Exhibitors Car Park No.2
Market M12 M11 M10 Area
Food & Beverages
I1
L16
265 267 K12K11 K10
L15
K17 K16
Danger! NO ENTRY
TOKOROA ROAD
FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE ROAD
TOTALSPAN WAY Life style Pav ilion 1 Life style Pav ilion 2 Life style Pav ilion 3
Public Car Park
J18 J17 J16 J15 J14 J13 J12 J11 J10 K15
NFD Committee and Rotary Parking
Underground Electrical Cabling! First Aid
H9 H8 H7 H6 H5 H4 H3 H2 H1
I13 I12 I11 I10
I15
Disabled Carpark
Disabled Toilet
FORD GO FURTHER
H12
THE GALLAGHER WAY I19 I18 I17 I16
(Portaloos are also placed all around the outer perimeter of the event site)
F9 F8 F7 F6 F5 F4
G9 G8 G7 G6 G5 G4 G3 G2 G1
HQ
Permanent Toilet Blocks
Food Court 2
E9 E8 E7 E6 E5 E4
G12 G11G10
G13 H13
Pedestrian Access from Car Park to Site
Car Park Entry/Exit
BERTOLINI BOULEVARD
Ticket Booths LELY WAY
C16 C15 C14 C13 C12 C11 C10
ENVIRONMENTAL FERTILISERS TRACK
Pedestrian Site Entry/Exit
NORWOOD ROAD
FARMLANDS ROAD
D25 D24 D23 D22 D21
Rural Pavilion 1
Disabled Parking
Dargaville
HINO TRUCKS DRIVE
2
Parking
WELLS ROAD
A28A27 A26 A25 A24 A23 A22 A21 A20 A19 A18 A17 A16 A15 A14 A13 A12 A11 A10
Food Rural Pavilion Court 1
What all the symbols mean on this map:
Start/Finish
TRACTOR PULL
ROWLAND ROAD
C26 C25 C24 C23 C22 C21
Whangarei
Emergency/ Evacuation Gate
Demonstration Area No.1
Helicopter Rides C – CA Motorcycles J8 CAL Isuzu Whangarei E24 Can-Am J5 J6 Carpet Mill LP114, LP115 & LP116 Carters E14 C-Dax Limited I18 Celestial Wines LP205 Chelle Chalets D15b Chillerman I4b Claas Harvest Centre Northland A10,A11,B10,B11 Combi Clamp Ltd G20 Commercial Outdoor Machinery B13 Compass Trailers A28 Concrete Garden Ornaments 711 Container Space NZ Limited J13
NORTHERN FARMING LIFESTYLES February 2021
NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS 2021 – MAP & SITE LISTINGS Coolsense NZ Ltd G1b Cooper’s Strip Club RP405 & RP406 CopRice RP410 Corkill Systems Ltd I4a Corson Maize H18 COS.CA Limited RP506 Cridge Seeds Ltd RP415 Croplands D6 CRS Software - Cash Manager RP507 Crystalyx I11a D – D & A Wordsworth Contracting/Grainco Northland (2005) Limited D25 Dargaville Chiropractic LP323 Dargaville Ford F7,F8 & F9 Datamars H18 Degree43 Hot Tubs J14a Delfast H9 Deutz D16b Devan Plastics G2 Diesel Performance Solutions E17 Dinerite Ltd LP120 Donaghy’s H9 Double Batty Products M11b DTS F17a E – Eco Gard: Biodegradable Plant Protectors RP502 Ecolab Ltd J3a Emuology Canterbury LP213 Enjo LP102 Ensol Limited F6 Environmental Fertilisers Ltd E10 Eurocabins NZ Ltd J11b Exclusive Tyres K10 F – Farmec D12 Farmgate Direct F4b Farmlands Co-operative G9, H9 & H8a Farmquip H14 Farmshed Labs Ltd RP407 FEK Equipment ltd G21a FencePro Postdrivers E11 FenceQuip Ltd G21b Feronia 710 Fertco RP404 Fiber Fresh H5a Filters and Fountains Ltd LP212 First National Roper & Jones I10 Floorwise Northland K11 FMG F11 Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd I8, I9 Ford E5 Ford Tools NZ Ltd F9 Forward Farming Consultancy Limited F4a Four Seasons Gutter Protection LP306, LP307 Fred’s Place Recycling Market G – Gallagher H15 Garden Friends 701 Gas & Tyre Ltd F22 Gateplates & Signs LP103, LP104 GEA FIL I11b Giltrap Engineering Ltd A9, B9 Godfrey’s Mowers and Chainsaws I12, J12 Goodnature H18 Grain Corp H18 Greenwood K7 GSA Traders Pty Ltd E12a Gunson McLean Ltd F12a H – HALO Systems H21 Hansen Products H17 HeliNorth Helicopters Ltd F23a, F24 HelloFresh LP217
High Voltage Clothing & Custom Metal Art 706 & 707 Hino Distributors (NZ) Ltd C10 Hisun Motors New Zealand E15 Homeopathic Farm Services Ltd RP423 Honda Motorbikes K9 House Of Beds LP302, LP303, LP304, LP305 HRV Northland LP223, LP224 Hunting & Fishing Dargaville H6 Husqvarna New Zealand I17 Hustler ZeroTurn Mowers C15 Hynds Pipe Systems Ltd D14 I – Intergrated Kaipara Harbour Management Group H1 Iplex Pipelines NZ Limited G8 Irri-Max Ltd D15a Isuzu Utes New Zealand F10 J – James Engineering Ltd C26 JEL Kennels 2020 E21 K – Kaipara Just Cabins K17b Kaipara Kai Hub I3b Kaipara Nectar LP113 Kamo Mowers & Chainsaws Ltd C15 Keith Andrews Trucks K4 K5 & K6 Key Industries Ltd RP515 Kinghitter C21 King’s College F12b Kiwi Sheds Northland Ltd G16 Kiwiland New Zealand L16 Kliptank Ltd G15b KSN Visual Solutions H5b L – Lawns Plus -Northland LP315, LP316 Leading Ground Landscaping J16 Lebendwasser RP523 Levno G6 LIC D16a Lifestyle Gear 702 & 703 Lister D16b Little Giant Ladders LP308 & LP309 Lotza Hatz 705 Loveshax J15a Lynwood Avocado Nursery Ltd E18b M – Mac Ute Hard Lids F9 Madal Bal NZ D21a Magnum Equipment Ltd B15 Mahindra E7 & E8 Marine North J17 Maureens Place 704 Maxcare H18 Maxxis 4x4 Tyres F18 Mazda E5 McIntosh Bros Engineers Ltd C26,D26 Melanoma New Zealand E16, F16 Mickey Thompson Tires F22 Mighty Mix Dog Food Ltd RP412 MilkBar I6b Ministry for Primary Industries I3a Mitsubishi E5 Model Barn M15 N – National Party RP505 Netmaster Limited G1a New Zealand Farmers Livestock E16, F16 No Man’s Land Market Noel Leeming H9 Norman Kitchen Design J15b North Country Grains Ltd K8a Northern Region Young Farmers E6 Northern Wairoa Voice for Life LP320 Northfuels G5 Northland Farm Services E16, F16
Northland Farm Water Solutions Ltd H2 Northland Federated Farmers E16, F16 Northland Kia G12 Northland Regional Council I1, I2 Northpest RP408 Northpower H20 NorthTec H1a Norwood D7, D8 & D9 Nufarm H9 Nutrakawa New Zealand Limited 712 Nutrinza Limited I6a Nutritech International Ltd K3 Nutritional Services Ltd RP422 NZ Fudge Farm LP124 NZ Hardkorr RP524 NZ Tamarillo Cooperative Ltd LP121 O – Ombro Leather E18a Origin Ag D23 Orion H9 OSPRI RP401 & RP402 Oxley’s Furniture NZ LP105, LP106 & LP107 P – Pacific Motor Group E4 & E5 Paslode Tools E14 PaySauce E16, F16 PBS Advisers LP202 Peppermint & Pipi LP204 Personalised Keepsakes Market PGG Wrightson Ltd G18 G19 H18 H20 PGG Wrightson Real Estate H18 PGG Wrightson Seeds H9 Pine Woodlot Values Ltd RP420 Pinto Trailers G17 Pioneer Brand Products F19 Planning Pros RP414 Plus 2wp Ltd LP219, LP220, LP221 Polaris New Zealand L10 & L11 Pooks Landing Lavender LP110 Power Farming Northland C11, C12, C13, C14, D13 PPP Industries Ltd H4 Prolan E12b Promax H9 Property Brokers H9 Q – Quadbar NZ H8b R – Rabobank F13 Ravensdown I19 Read Milking Systems E20 Recharge Battery Additive K8b Rhino Roof Racks K10 Ringrose Stockfoods Ltd K3 Rockview Red Devons RP504 Rotowiper Ltd C22 RPM Group RP409 Rugged Valley NZ G13 RX Plastics H18 S – Samen NZ G7 Sarahlee Studio LP112 Seed Force Ltd RP403 Seventh Day Adventist Church LP215, LP216 Shaw Diesels Ltd D16b Shuzi NZ Ltd LP222 Silver Fern Farms G14 SJD Enterprises LP301 SmartShelters RP417 & RP418 Solarboss & DAE Group Limited I15 Sovrano Limoncello LP123 Specsavers Whangarei LP118 Splashy Rainwear LP101 Ssangyong and LDV L7,L8,L9 StaffSafe RP424
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Stiga Ride On Mowers C15 Stock Ezy G3b Strainrite Fencing Systems H7 Strautmann Hopkins Ltd C25 Stronghold Trading Ltd H12 Suzuki E5 Sweet Solutions Ltd LP214 Sweet Temptations LP203 T – Taege Engineering B12 Te Pari Products Ltd F14 Team Vegetation Ltd B27 TechniPharm Group E19a Teletrac Navman NZ RP421 Tenspro / Healthco LP111 The Feeder Leader Company D23 The Grove Supply Co Limited E19b The Regions Immigration Law & RP413 Thermomix LP119 Thin Lizzy LP210 & LP211 Tokoroa Engineering I5 Topuni Timber H18 Totalfert Ltd RP521 Totalspan J10 Training Ventures Northland Ltd D21b Transport and Marine Ltd J3b Trapinator RP419 Tree Wise Northland Ltd E22 True You Wellness LP312 Trueform Products Limited M10 Tui Chiropractic LP324 Tulloch Farm Machines D22 Tupperware LP122 Turbosawmill E23a TV Shop - Bambillo Beds & Tebo Massage Chairs K15a & K16a Twice Round the Block 713 U – Uber Real Estate Limited RP503 UDC Finance F9 Ultra Fine Lime RP501 Union Car Spares K10 Urban Adventure LP201 V – Vanari Caravans L12A Vantage New Zealand H21 Vegepod LP206, LP207 Vetmed H18 VPMaxx H9 Vuletich Contracting Ltd B14 W – Wade Concrete Products Ltd F15 Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency C16 Waterflow NZ Ltd K16b & K17a Watertech Plus G15a Westpac NZ Limited G11 Whangarei A&P Society Internship E16, F16 White International D14 Wild West Worcester Ltd Market Williams Engineering H2 Winter Gardenz J11a Woll Cookware & Infrared Heaters LP310 & LP311 X – Xspan Northland Ltd RP411 Y – Your Health Naturally LP117 Z – Z VISE LP313, LP314 ZeroPak LP208, LP209
SMOOTH BORE PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE
Code Explanation
Product code
PE PRESSURE PIPE PE PRESSURE PIPE
TM
PE PRESSURE PIPE
PE PRESSURE PIPE
YOUR RURAL PIPELINES SPECIALISTS
PE PRESSURE PIPE PE PRESSURE PIPE
LAND DRAINAGE
9 STOCK 12.5 WATER
12.5 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE
TM
Code Explanation
360.40PN9.50 Coil Length (metres) OD (mm)
TM
Pressure Class Code Explanation
Product code Coil length (metres) Code Explanation 360.40PN9.50 Product code400-110-100 Coil length (metres) Coil Length (metres) OD (mm)
Code Explanation OD (mm)
3500.63PN25.100B
PE -or PRESSURE 12.5 BAR PEPVC 100 PRESSURE PIPEPIPE
Code Explanation
PE or PVC PRESSURE PIPE
LDPE PRESSURE PIPE
OD (mm)
Product Code Coil length (metres) Code2200-90PN8-100 Explanation
Product Code
Coil length (metres)
S0E(metres) Length OD550-200-5 (mm)
OD (mm)
RURAL BLACK and BLACKLINE.
Black
Pressure Class 3500.63PN25.100B pipe
Length (metres)
PN 16
OD (mm)
Product Code
OD (mm)
OD (mm)
Code Explanation ID (mm) Code Explanation
ID (mm)300-40-50
Product300-40-50 code Coil length (metres)
COMPRESSION FITTINGS for GREENLINE, REDLINE™, METRIC COMPRESSION FITTINGS COMPRESSION FITTINGS for GREENLINE, REDLINE™, PN 16 RURAL BLACK and BLACKLINE. METRIC COMPRESSION FITTINGS PN 16 RURAL BLACK and BLACKLINE.
Bar
16
Bar Bar
Code Explanation Code Explanation
16
20 20&&25 25BAR BAR--PE PE100 100PRESSURE PRESSUREPIPE PIPE
Code Explanation Product Code Pressure Class Product Code Pressure Class
PIPE
OD (mm) OD (mm)
Bar Bar Bar
Code Explanation
Product Code
Socketed one end
16 OD (mm)
PE PEor orPVC PVCPRESSURE PRESSUREPIPE PIPE
Code Explanation Product code Coil length (metres) Product code Coil length (metres)
NEXUS110.100 NEXUS110.100 OD (mm) OD (mm)
Length (metres)
Code Explanation Product code
Coil length (metres)
pipe
400-110-100 OD (mm)
Product Code
Coil length (metres)
2200-90PN8-100 OD (mm)
Pressure class
Code Explanation
Product Code
Socketed one end
550-200-5 S0E OD (mm)
Length (metres)
OD (mm)
PE HEAVY DUTY TWIN WALL SMOOTH BORE CULVERT PIPE NEXUS CULVERT 2005
Code Explanation Code Explanation Product code Coil length (metres) Product code Coil length (metres)
pipe pipe
400-110-100 400-110-100 OD (mm) OD (mm)
Code Explanation Code Explanation Product Code Coil length (metres) Product Code Coil length (metres)
2200-90PN8-100 2200-90PN8-100
OD (mm) OD (mm)
300-40-50
PN 16
PVC CULVERT PIPE
Code Explanation
Product Code
Code Explanation
Pressure class Pressure class
Coil length (metres)
16
PVC PVCCULVERT CULVERTPIPE PIPE
HP HP
PE or PVC PRESSURE PIPE
Code Code Explanation Explanation
ID (mm)
Product code
16
Length (metres)
OD (mm)
OD (mm)
FARM MAPPING USING USINGGLOBAL GLOBALPOSITIONING POSITIONING SYSTEMS FARM MAPPING SYSTEMS Code Explanation
550-200-5 S0E
Coil Length (metres)
Product Code
Bar
Pressure class
HPDUTY TWIN WALL SMOOTH PE HEAVY BORE CULVERT PIPE NEXUS CULVERT 2005
COMPRESSION FITTINGS for GREENLINE, REDLINE™, METRIC COMPRESSION FITTINGS RURAL BLACK and BLACKLINE.
Code Explanation
2200-90PN8-100 NEXUS CULVERT 2005
16 16
Pressure Class
go gowith withthe theflow flow
Code Explanation
Coil Length (metres) Coil Length (metres)
Code Explanation Code Explanation
Coil length (metres)
OD (mm)
Product CodeCode Explanation Length (metres)
Code Explanation
16 Product Code
OD (mm)
FARM MAPPING USING GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS
340.32PN12.5.50 340.32PN12.5.50
OD (mm) OD (mm)
Product code
Length (metres) S0E NEXUS110.100
Length (metres)
PE HEAVY DUTY TWIN WALL SMOOTH PE HEAVY DUTY TWIN WALL SMOOTH BORE CULVERT PIPE NEXUS CULVERT 2005 BORE CULVERT PIPE NEXUS CULVERT 2005 PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE
SMOOTH PE LAND SMOOTHODBORE BORE PE(metres) LANDDRAINAGE DRAINAGEPIPE PIPE Coil Length (mm)
Bar Bar Bar
PRESSURE FARM MAPPING USING GLOBAL POSITIONINGLDPE SYSTEMS FARM MAPPING USING GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS 12.5 --PE 100 PIPE COMPRESSION for GREENLINE, REDLINE™, 12.5BAR BARCOMPRESSION PEFITTINGS 100PRESSURE PRESSURE PIPE METRIC FITTINGS PN 16 RURAL BLACK and BLACKLINE. Code Explanation
OD (mm)
Coil length (metres)
400-110-100
FARM MAPPING340.32PN12.5.50 USING GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS Length (metres) OD (mm) Code Explanation
Code Explanation
360.40PN9.50 360.40PN9.50
Coil Length (metres) Coil Length (metres)
Socketed one end
OD (mm) 550-200-5
Code Explanation
Length (metres)
Code Explanation Product Code Coil length (metres) Product Code Length (metres)
ID (mm)
300-40-50 360.40PN9.50 300-40-50
ID (mm) Code Explanation 300-40-50 Code Explanation Product Code Pressure Class Product Code Pressure Class Product code Coil length (metres)
OD (mm) OD (mm)
Socketed one end
Product code
Product code Coil length (metres) Length OD Product (mm) codeCoil Coil length(metres) (metres)
Length (metres)
Code Explanation
Bar
550-200-5 S0E
CodeExplanation Explanation Code Code Explanation Product Pressure Class IDCode (mm)
Product Code Length (metres) Code Explanation
Coil Length (metres)
Coil length (metres)
Code Explanation
Coil Length (metres)
OD (mm)
16 Bar 9 Bar 116 2.5 Coil Length (metres)
Product Code
Pressure Class
3500.63PN25.100B pipeProduct Code Coil Length (metres)
PE HEAVY DUTY TWIN WALL SMOOTH 20 & 25 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE PE HEAVY DUTY PIPE TWIN WALL SMOOTH BORE CULVERT NEXUS CULVERT 2005 BORE CULVERTPIPE PIPE TMTM NEXUS CULVERT 2005 LDPE PRESSURE PE PIPE Code Explanation PELAND LANDDRAINAGE DRAINAGE PIPE Product Code Pressure Class PE Black PEPRESSURE PRESSUREPIPE PIPE 3500.63PN25.100B pipe Code Explanation
Black 3500.63PN25.100B pipe Coil Length (metres) OD (mm)
Product code
Product Code
BarPEPEorHEAVY PVC PRESSURE PIPE Bar DUTY TWIN WALL SMOOTH Bar BORE CULVERT PIPE
PE Code Explanation PEPRESSURE PRESSUREPIPE PIPE Product Code Pressure Class COMPRESSION FITTINGS for GREENLINE, REDLINE™, Black METRIC COMPRESSION FITTINGS 3500.63PN25.100B pipe
Code Explanation
LDPE PRESSURE PIPE LDPE PRESSURE PIPE
9pipe FARM DAIRY 12.5 EFFLUENT Code Explanation PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE Product Code Pressure Class Black pipe PVC CULVERT3500.63PN25.100B PIPE Black
300-40-50 PVC CULVERT PIPE COMPRESSION FITTINGS for GREENLINE, REDLINE™, Code Explanation
Product code
Socketed one end
Product Code Socketed one end Code Explanation Code Explanation
SMOOTH BORE PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE 550-200-5 S0E
go with the flow
COMPRESSION FITTINGS forFITTINGS GREENLINE, REDLINE™, COMPRESSION METRIC COMPRESSION FITTINGS HP METRIC PNPN1616 RURAL BLACK andand BLACKLINE. RURAL BLACK BLACKLINE.
Code Explanation
Product Code
Code Explanation
Coil length (metres)
Pressure class
Code Explanation
12.5 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE ID (mm)
PVC CULVERT PIPE PVC CULVERT PIPE
Pressure class
Pressure class
OD (mm)
Bar
Coil length (metres) Code Explanation
OD (mm)
OD (mm)
Pressure Class Pressure class OD2200-90PN8-100 (mm)
Coil length (metres)
OD (mm)
Code Explanation
PIPE
Bar Bar
2200-90PN8-100
2200-90PN8-100
OD (mm)
Product Code OD (mm)
Coil length (metres)
Code Explanation
Coil length (metres)
400-110-100
Product code
OD (mm)
340.32PN12.5.50 Pressure class OD (mm)
Code Explanation 20 & 25 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE Product Code Socketed 550-200-5 S0Eone end
OD (mm)
Black pipe
Coil Length (metres)
Code Explanation
Product Code Coil length (metres) Code Explanation
Code Explanation
Product Code
Product Code
Code Explanation
HP
TM
Coil Length (metres) OD (mm) Code Explanation
Coil Length (metres)
Product Code
PE or PVC PRESSURE PIPE PE or PVC PRESSURE PIPE
SMOOTH BORE PE Coil LAND DRAINAGE PIPE Length (metres) OD (mm) PE or PVC PRESSURE PIPE NEXUS110.100 PVC CULVERT PIPE HP PVC CULVERT PIPE 2200-90PN8-100
LDPE PRESSURE PE PRESSURE PIPE PIPE LDPE PRESSURE PIPE 400-110-100 OD (mm) Pressure Class Product Code
Product Code Pressure Class Code Explanation
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Code Explanation
Product Code
340.32PN12.5.50 Coil Length (metres) OD (mm)
20 & 25 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE 20 & 25 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE
Bar
HP
20 & 25 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE
Product Code Pressure Class Code Explanation
OD (mm)
OD (mm)
Product code
Pressure Class
Coil Length (metres) 340.32PN12.5.50
OD (mm)
Coil length (metres) OD (mm)
400-110-100
Bar Bar
Coil Length (metres)
Coil length (metres)
pipe pipe
400-110-100 Code Explanation
20 & 25 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE Coil Length (metres)
Code Explanation Product code Product code
Code Explanation
Product Code
go with the flow
Code Explanation OD (mm) Pressure Class
OD (mm)
PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE
OD (mm)
CULVERT pipe
Product Code
Product Code Pressure Class 340.32PN12.5.50
HP HP
OD (mm)
PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE
20 PRESSURE & 25 BAR - PEPIPE 100 PRESSURE PIPE PE 340.32PN12.5.50
Bar Bar
Coil Length (metres)
Coil length (metres)
PE LAND DRAINAGE PIPE
Coil length (metres)
NEXUS110.100
Code Explanation
OD (mm) NEXUS110.100
Product Code Pressure Class Code Explanation
12.5 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE 12.5 BAR - PE 100 PRESSURE PIPE
Northland Field Days See us on site G8
Code Explanation
Product code Coil length (metres) Code Explanation
Product code
go with the flow go with the flow
OD (mm)
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NORTHERN FARMING LIFESTYLES BUSINESS PROFILE
Deutz dealers seal the deal Shaw Diesels has again been awarded the prestigious ‘DEUTZ Dealer of the year New Zealand’ award, in recognition of their high level of customer service, technical expertise and engineering excellence.
• Milking systems • Water reticulation, pumps and systems • Dairy effluent management • Solar pump specialists SEE US AT THE NORTHLAND FIELD DAYS SITE G22 ■ Whangarei 09 438 7038 ■ Dargaville 09 439 8415 ■ Wellsford 09 423 8674
“It’s fantastic news” said company spokesman Peter Shaw. “We’ve been recognised as the best in the country, and this award would not have been achievable without the dedication and hard work of all our employees over the past 12 months. We’ve also appreciated the support and backup of DEUTZ Australia, and all of our amazing customers within New Zealand and abroad.” As well as investing heavily in training and the latest diagnostic equipment, Shaw Diesels’ service engineers
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regularly attended training courses on the latest DEUTZ engine technology, engine management, servicing and maintenance procedures. New Zealand owned and operated; Shaw Diesels has been supplying and servicing agricultural, industrial and marine diesel and gas engines since 1988, to customers throughout New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific and the Middle East. With years of practical experience in all fields of industrial engine installation, servicing and repair, the Shaw Diesels team are frequently called on internationally for their troubleshooting skills, parts sourcing ability, solution engineering and rebuilding expertise. Now, the company has expanded its offering, with the uptake of a respected brand out of the United Kingdom.
“We are absolutely thrilled with our appointment as the sole authorised New Zealand and Pacific distributor and importer for Lister Petter Engines and Gensets. It’s truly a reward for the many years of hard work that we have all put in since we started Shaw Diesels in 1988. It confirms our position as the New Zealand and Pacific Lister Petter specialists,” said Dave Shaw. With a Shaw Diesels South Island branch just opened in Christchurch, together with an online store on their updated website and a significant range of genuine DEUTZ gensets from 12.5 to 550kVA and engines available for immediate dispatch off the shelf, Shaw Diesels is in a position to offer their excellent service to customers with DEUTZ powered machinery throughout the nation.
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HAERE MAI - WELCOME TO NORTHTEC IN 2021 Tēnā koutou katoa Ka titiro āu ki te maunga kōrero ko Emiemi, te awa Kōmutu, te kāinga no Rātāroa, ngā Hapū o Ngāti Uru, Ngāti Pākahi, Ngāti Kawau,I roto I a Whangaroa, me te motu o Niue, te uri o tōku pāpā. Me huri ki tōku whāea, ko Whakateretere te maunga, Waima te awa, Tuhirangi te marae, nō Te Māhurehure, nō Ngāpuhi Nui Tonu āhau. Me mihi kau ana ki a koutou kātoa ngā ākonga, whānau mā, hei whiwhi ki te mātauranga, ki te mōhiotanga o ngā kete o te Wānanga. E kī ana te kōrero, e koa koa ana te Raumati, e harihari ana mo te tau hou!
A very warm welcome to all NorthTec’s new and returning students in 2021! I hope you will enjoy learning at NorthTec this year, and successfully complete your studies and move into employment. To our new students, you will be starting your learning journey alongside me as I step into the role of Chief Executive of NorthTec Tai Tokerau Wānanga this month. I am both humbled and proud to be taking on this mahi, at a time of great change for the New Zealand tertiary education sector, and as we together face the continuing challenges of a worldwide pandemic. To our returning students, we at NorthTec are so proud of you for completing your studies last year, with all the demands of Covid-19 and lockdown. Many of us were forced to dig deep inside ourselves to keep going, with our students learning from home and our staff teaching and supporting others remotely. From every challenge comes increased knowledge – and the test of lockdown led us to develop innovative ways of teaching through online and digital channels. Hundreds of Northlanders took up our initiative to study fees-free
via eCampus, our fully online learning platform. Many more have enrolled for further fees-free courses in 2021, especially trades training. At NorthTec Tai Tokerau Wānanga, supporting our people is always important to us. We understand that as well as needing to keep up with their academic studies, our learners may also face financial or whānau-related needs. We’re here to help – our tutors are passionate about seeing you succeed, and our team of Student Navigators can assist with a range of issues, from academic support to financial advice, to being a helping hand or a listening ear if times get tough. We’re also committed to helping individuals, whānau and communities upskill. Whether you want to increase your income, be a great example and role model to others, or follow your dreams into a new career, NorthTec is the place to be in 2021! If you still want to study but haven’t enrolled yet, contact us to find out about student intakes and learning options. Above all, go hard and stay strong – kia kaha ngā whānau o te Nōta. Toa Faneva - Chief Executive
NORTHTEC STUDENT INVOLVEMENT AND SUPPORT Te Whare Manaaki
A dedicated student-centered hub
The Te Whare Hauora (NorthTec Student Health Centre)
A wide range of professional and confidential health and wellbeing services.
Te Puna o Te Matauranga (Raumanga Campus Marae)
Te Kainga (Student Common Room)
Relax, hang out and prepare food and drinks.
Student Meeting Rooms
Five meeting rooms are available for students to use.
ICT Helpdesk
Library
Our team can assist in loaning books, DVDs, journals and laptops. We also offer study space, computer suites and printing services.
Visit our tutors and students at the Northland Field Days to find out more about your learning options.
Our friendly team are available to help with your IT support needs.
Student Support
Career advice and cultural mentors to help you get to where you want to be.
Academic Support
Identify gaps in your learning and provide strategies to enhance studying.
Disability support
Dedicated equity navigators assist and provide equal access and opportunities.
p: 0800 162 100 e: study@northtec.ac.nz www.northtec.ac.nz
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HORTICULTURE ADVERTORIAL
Diversifying on-farm with avocado Beef with avocado can not only be a great combination on a plate, but also on the farm itself. Land-use diversification is becoming a popular method to not only increase environmental sustainability but also profit and cashflow. With international demand for avocados continuing to grow, avocados are proving to be a viable option for land diversification in areas with the right conditions. Lynwood Avocado Nursery has been supplying avocado trees to New Zealand growers for more than 30 years and is recognised as a world leader in avocado propagation. CEO Stuart Pascoe joined the company six years ago and has seen changes in not only where avocados are being grown, but who is growing them. “We are getting more enquiries from farmers, of all types, contacting us to plant avocado as a way to diversify their farms,” says Stuart. “If they have the correct soil type, avocado growing has become a positive way to plant trees and gain income at the same time. We are helping farmers all over the north and the south as well. “The paddocks that don’t grow much grass are often good for avocados
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because the soil drains well and the trees don’t like wet feet. Many farmers are realising avocados complement their industry in a positive way, including financially. “We want people to understand how avocados can be a good way to help their investment. Our team has the expertise and skills to support growers with their decisions and help their trees get off to a good start. “People are very keen to try new things. I go on-farm, and we dig some holes to see what soil is down there. We walk and talk and give advice on whether avocado will work on your land or not. It is good for farmers to know we will give an honest opinion if avocados are a crop they should invest in. We have never been to field days before, and are excited to meet farmers there this year.”
For more information, visit the Lynwood Avocado Nursery website or see us at site E18a at the Northland Field Days.
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Hillside Honey is on the lookout for Manuka land suitable for beehives, whether its 50 acres tucked away at the back of your station or 500 acres of scrubby Manuka, we offer a beehive rental service to suit. We offer top rates, and will work with you to develop your Manuka farmland. We are respectful, well trained and foster great communication with our landowners to create a better working environment. By bringing Hillside Honey onto your property you can: • Make money on your unused Manuka land • Work with a reliable honest team • Create a long term relationship with a company that has a solid COME AND reputation in producing Manuka honey SEE US AT • Have peace of mind knowing we have the latest health and SITE M11A safety plan in place
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BUSINESS PROFILE
The Grove Supply Co The Grove Supply Co is New Zealand’s premium supplier of olive grove equipment. Owned and managed by Chris and Linda Smith at their own grove in Mangawhai, they supply groves and hobby orchardists around New Zealand. “We provide anything that a small to medium olive grower would need, from harvesting equipment, brilliant deleafers, nets, rakes and bins, a huge range of fustis and stainless-steel tanks, taps, filters and cappers,” says Linda. “We also have equipment for orchardists to crush and press other fruits.” The Grove Supply Co has grown since Chris and Linda purchased the business in 2017. They have added a wider range of core items to cater for most aspects of picking, processing and storage of New Zealand’s extra virgin olive oils and other fruit juices and oils. They currently import from Italy, Greece, Slovenia and Spain, and continually search for lines that will help improve the profitability of New Zealand olive growers. This year they are showcasing a few new items to make grove and orchard management easier, faster and more effective. The mulcher/grass cutter they recently imported from Italy is a case in point. “Often pruning of olive or other fruit trees means removing large limbs, and then the problem comes when the prunings need to be dealt with. Burning is no longer an environmentally appropriate solution. Mulching the
Chris and Linda Smith — The Grove Supply Co
branches on-site returns the nutrients to the soil. “With the revolutionary side cutter, this Zanon mulcher cuts the grass and weeds around the trees at the same time keeping the orchard looking tidy and removing the need for harmful chemical weed sprays.” Chris and Linda will be at the Northland Field Days in March and will have the mulcher on display, along with several other tools and machines.
“We are excited to be showcasing a new small battery-operated pruning saw from Zanon, which is so light it can be used with one hand. If it is anything like the chainsaw, this will be a very special addition to a grove or orchard. The harvest season is just around the corner
so check out the harvesting section of our website grovesupply.co.nz to view the special offers available. If you have any special requests or would like more information on the range of equipment, please get in touch with us or visit us at the Northland Field Days at site E19B.”
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AG CONTRACTORS Kill mould, leave the gold by Andy Bryenton
Hay and silage are two of the staple products which keep our livestock farming operations working through the adverse weather and conditions often nature hands down. Now an improvement in storing these feeds has led to a breakthrough in quality. Michael Griffiths is an experienced farmer, and the local Kaipara representative for Edge inoculant. This scientifically formulated new product decimates mould in silage clamps, pits and bales. However, he’s quick to point out that as a part of the force bringing this new tech to the frontlines, he’s already a true believer. Looking at his photographs of silage prepared with and without the granulated Edge inoculant, it’s easy to see why. There’s mould, damp and fungus riddled through the untreated feed, and that which has been treated
appears fresh-cut, even after a season under wraps. Other local farmers are equally enthusiastic. “We used Edge for the first time over the 2020/21 season, and we’d certainly use it again,” says Garry Wilson, an early adopter of the new, all-natural inoculant. “We opened the bales the other day, and there were two big differences. One, they were cold, there was no decomposition heat. Two, they were a golden brown colour. The upshot is, the cattle aren’t leaving anything behind at all. There was nothing left in the paddock after feeding.”
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Edge is usable in bales, which are just 25 per cent dry matter. It works by killing off mould and then dropping the pH to under four inside the feed using ‘good bacteria’. The upshot is no more mouldy, sub-par feed which cattle don’t want to eat, and that does little good for their complex digestive system. Instead, winter feed becomes more appealing to the herd, with better results for their health, wellbeing and productivity. Farmers report feed-out troughs literally licked clean. It also works with hay, reducing the dust that comes from dried out mould spores.
Edge is delivered during the harvest process, via a small mechanised box attached to the harvesting machinery. It’s effective across all kinds of silage and helps farmers get the most out of their feed in all kinds of conditions. It can be capitalised on by stopping mould and fungus from breaking down its valuable glucose and fibre. You can catch up with the Edge team at the forthcoming Northland Field Days; right next to the barbecue tent, says Michael, so that farmers can enjoy a good feed while discussing good feed for their livestock!
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When it comes to emissions from dairy cattle, New Zealand leads the world. Not in the volume of greenhouse gases produced, but quite the opposite, according to a recent report by AgResearch. The accepted measure of the environmental impact from dairying records the amount of carbon dioxide or its equivalent (CO2e) released for every kilogram of ‘fat and protein corrected’ milk (FPCM). Hence, a low score for ‘CO2e per kilo of FPCM’ is desirable. AgResearch’s analysis proves that for 2020, New Zealand dairy farmers had the world’s lowest carbon footprint — at nearly half the emissions of other international producers. This is a long way from the assurances of climate armageddon via farming which were touted in the not so distant past by opponents to the dairy industry. The exact figure sits at 0.74kg per kilo FPCM, with the average across all recorded dairy producers confirmed as 1.37kg per kilo FPCM. New Zealand farmers beat out most of our European rivals in agriculture convincingly, with a total less than half that of the CO2e emissions recorded in places like Germany and Italy. The United States and Canada were also beaten by a wide margin, with the countries faring worst in the poll being those with limited modern infrastructure or challenging terrain and conditions; Peru, Costa Rica and Kenya are examples of these. AgResearch scientists Andre Mazzetto and Stewart Ledgard followed exacting International Organisation for Standardisation rules to come up with these figures, providing an insight
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into our progress in better farming practices. “We reviewed international studies and recalculated their footprints in a systematic way, using methods accepted internationally to provide a fair and robust comparison between different countries,” Mazzetto is quoted as saying. “Bearing in mind, countries may have different emission profiles and different ways of calculating their footprints for milk production, we believe we have reached the best possible comparison from the data available.” He concurred that there was still room
for us to perform even better, as other nations on the list work to reduce their own emissions footprints and new technologies become available.
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Avoid Drink Driving BE THE SOBER D FOR A NIGHT
Water supply projects building by Andy Bryenton
As summer water restrictions bite down across the north, it’s good to know that this year major infrastructure projects are underway to alleviate the worst of nature’s dry spells in the future. Te Tai Tokerau Water Trust is working to fix the problem of high winter and autumn rainfall but dry arid summers, with the help of a grant from the Provincial Growth Fund, which came through before election 2020, and is now put to work constructing two reservoir systems. One will be sited near Te Kopuru in the Pouto area, the other in Kaikohe. Work has already begun on both, with the first ground turned late last year to begin work on the Kaikohe reservoir, named Matawii. It is planned to be a 750,000 cubic metre water storage reservoir near Kaikohe, in the vicinity of the new Ngawha enterprise zone. It is expected to be up and running by the end of this year. The first sod was turned by then Regional Development Minister Shane Jones. Still, the change of government has not slowed the work, largely due to its clear agricultural importance. Trust chair Murray McCully said that combined, the schemes would allow
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Te Tai Tokerau Water Trustees Ken Rintoul, Dover Samuels, Murray McCully and Kathryn de Bruin onsite with Colin Rameka of the Lake Omapere Trust and then PGF minister Shane Jones
for up to 7,000ha of new horticultural development within Northland, as well as be available to bolster existing municipal supply. “We are all acutely aware of the problems faced in the north through water scarcity. Construction of the Matawii reservoir is the first step in a larger water storage scheme that represents a once in a lifetime transformational opportunity for Tai Tokerau,” McCully said. This more reliable water supply will allow landowners to plan and implement future land-use change with greater confidence. These changes may well
include more profitable farming options such as kiwifruit and berry fruit crops; even coffee and other exotic high yield crops have been discussed. In Te Kopuru, where a second reservoir is planned, an experimental boom irrigator has been installed to explore options for delivering ideal conditions for these more cash-dense options. Economic analysis had indicated provision of the water storage schemes could generate an increase in economic activity of $67 million per annum in the Mid North and $83 million in the Kaipara. It could create up to 880 new jobs across both regions.
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ADVERTORIAL
Help offered for community gardens The owners of a rural lifestyle mowing and property care company headed for Whangarei wondered how best they could bless the communities they were coming to. Doug and Yvonne Vause have lived among people where guests should always bring a gift, and it took a dream to learn just what. In the dream, Doug found himself going around marae, footy clubs, schools and community spaces using a large rotary hoe to freshen ground for garden plots and large community gardens. He was also using his tractor’s tough cut mower to clean up urupa to make it easier for whanau to keep these sites mown and tidy. Doug and Yvonne have a long history of pastoring and overseas mission work and have visited many marae around Northland. It was on leaving a marae back in early 2009 Doug felt God call him ‘To the North’ and thankfully, Yvonne agreed. She’s of Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairarapa descent. Subsequently, they bought their Kamo property, but it was the mid-year dream that convinced Doug that now was the time to sell their Auckland business and move north. To advertise their start-up rural lifestyle mowing and property care business they’ve taken space in the upcoming Northern Home & Lifestyle Show at McKay Stadium and a stand at Dargaville’s Northland Field days in March. At these events, community groups, sports clubs, schools, marae or even large families are welcome to register
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The Ultra Fine Lime Co. is now the authorised distributor of PFP fertilisers wide range of high quality Ultra fine ground lime & fertiliser products. Using the high quality fine particle products at our recommended rates will boost production while reducing transport and application costs by a considerable amount. We operate our depot out of Kaikohe and our office from the Redwoods Centre SH10, Kerikeri. Book now for your summer and early autumn requirements.
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It’s a well-known fact that soil health is affected by compaction, both from animal pugging and the action of today’s large, heavy agricultural machines. Now tyre manufacturers and engineers are working to turn this around. Soil is a complex mixture of solid minerals and organic components, interspersed with water, air and living organisms. When a tractor or implement weighs down on this structure, the gaps close up, expelling the life-giving water and oxygen, which help good bacteria and soil microbes thrive. There’s even the chance that the roots of plants will have to divert around compacted clumps, expending the energy of the plant that you’d rather went into saleable crops. On modern farms around the world, yield losses due to compaction are roughly 20%. It can even reach 50% in certain cases, such as areas with damp loam or a clay-based soil structure. That’s a significant financial setback, so tyre and tractor manufacturers have been hard at work to rectify the issue and provide smart solutions. One example comes from a recent British initiative on soil health and compaction. Richard Hutchins, an agricultural tyre specialist at Continental, David Purdy, from John Deere, and soil scientist, John Williams, joined forces to highlight how farming practices must change to protect productivity. Mr Williams
suggested that up to 30% of soils in the UK are severely degraded. “Where soils have been placed in this category, there is very little porosity, and the soil has become grey and compacted, making it difficult for crops to root and for the land to drain,” he explained. Continental Tyres has found a way to offset compaction damage through tyre technology. Their new, very high flexion (VF) tyres with a single bead wire are more flexible and can be run at lower
pressures. VF tyres carry 40% more load than a standard tyre at the same pressure. Alternatively, in the field, the pressure of VF tyres can be lowered by 40% compared to standard tyres, even when carrying the same load. That spreads the weight of the vehicle over a larger surface area and reduces soil compaction. Meanwhile, manufacturers of tractors and implements are experimenting with materials technology to craft lighter, more soil friendly implements and tractors.
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Health and safety online by Andy Bryenton
It can be one of the biggest headaches for the modern farmer; the Byzantine world of health and safety management presents new rules on a regular basis, with some that seem to defy the concept of common sense. It can seem like a herculean task to keep visitors to your property safe enough to meet the strict modern standards. When there’s a partnership between agricultural contractors and landowners involving heavy machinery on the land, the issues can multiply. Efficient management of this paperwork storm is available through many popular apps to prevent a total overload, but with so many on the market, which one is best for you? Aside from cost, or lack thereof, (one local health and safety app for rural environments, Zero Harm Farm, went out free to rural not-for-profits back in 2018), the prime check-boxes to tick involve ease of use, customer support, compatibility with your other information technology systems, and that good old standard — word of mouth feedback from farming friends and neighbours. In a market with many options, some even carried by major rural supply companies you may already be partnered up with, it pays to be
integrated. For example, talk to your agricultural contractors and see if you can get on the same app platform for better collaboration. Otherwise, the rules for picking the right app boil down to the same simple considerations which underlie regular health and safety thinking. Does the app let you clearly identify all significant hazards on your farm, and then offer options to either eliminate or isolate them, while tracking these actions for the benefit of potential visitors and co-workers? Does the app provide an easier way to monitor hazards, thus minimising their potential to cause harm, and if it does so, is it in real-time with pertinent alerts about changing circumstances or specific jobs? Perhaps most importantly, is the method the app used to help you record data easy to use, uncluttered and streamlined? If you’re new to making the change, it pays to look at several options, and have a good look at the in-depth and
Health and Safety have gone mobile, reducing paperwork and stress. However, which app to choose for greatest ease and peace of mind?
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Husqvarna’s star in the north by Andy Bryenton
While Husqvarna owners in the brand’s home country are out there using their chainsaws for winter firewood, we’re enjoying a long hot summer in New Zealand. Nowhere more so than in the Far North, where Kaikohe Lawnmowers and Chainsaws is the home of Husqvarna’s extensive range. The big orange brand is just one of the many forms of machinery that the team here counts amid their areas of expertise. As one can imagine from the name, Kaikohe Lawnmowers and Chainsaws is the cornerstone of yard care and outdoor power sales and service in the ‘top end’ of New Zealand, helping keep properties tidy, lifestyle blocks orderly and farms in top shape. Adding Husqvarna to the mix was a logical choice for this 26-year strong local business, who have built a reputation for hand-picking quality. In a town that serves a thriving rural sector, many of Kaikohe Lawnmowers and Chainsaws’ customers are likely to have a working farm as a classic quarter acre. However, for jobs big or small, reliability is just as important. The smallengine know-how of Husqvarna provides the perfect solution to slicing through rough overgrowth as summer turns to autumn. Brushcutters and trimmers are on the minds of many as the season begins to turn, and it’s time to clear up scrubby or otherwise wasteful land. Husqvarna offers many advantages in its brush cutter and trimmer range. However, as most folks who have worked on the end of one of these
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X Span for quality sheds After a lifetime of selling rural real estate, largely in Northland, and assisting many farmers to buy and sell rural land over a period spanning five decades, Mel Currin decided to hang up his real estate banner and retire. Living in Northland, Mel has a large team of his family strongly involved in the building industry. This included two sons and three grandsons — four of whom are Licensed Building Practitioners. In August last year, unable to accept retirement, Mel purchased the total franchised area of Northland from the Dome Valley to Cape Reinga for what are commonly known as the best steel sheds available — X Span steel sheds. Currently, with Mel at the helm, his daughter running the office domain, and both sons having grandson teams under them, Mel believes he can give the best possible service, product and quality control from the enquiry to the coal face. “X Span sheds are 100 per cent built from New Zealand steel and are very quick to assemble,” he says. “Having spent many years on Northland farms, I have seen massive amounts of very expensive equipment and machinery rusting and rotting away at an alarming rate. “We can span up to 27 metres without any inside posts, which is excellent for farmers and contractors who are moving large machinery around inside the shed.” X Span manufactures storage sheds, domestic sheds and garages, heritage
barns, cow-houses, covers, arenas and all types of rural and commercial sheds. Included for consent purposes, each shed, no matter how large or small, comes complete with a pre-engineered design certificate. “Our very own K5S knee bracket (fully Branz approved) is the secret to being able to span such long distances. To date, the largest building we have currently under construction is a massive 953 square metres. Subject to some criteria under the present building
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Two prestigious titles Tom and Francesca Bennett, from Te Hau Holsteins, took out two prestigious titles at the New Zealand Dairy Event recently. The Bennetts had both the best Holstein Friesian cow at the event and Tom also took out the World Wide Sires and All Breeds Junior Judging Competition. The family was also named Premier Holstein Friesian Exhibitor. “It was awesome, I did the Pitcairns Trophy judging competition at the Waikato Show and came second, but Dairy Event was my first really big judging competition to win,” says Tom. Cattle judges undergo rigorous training to ensure they can not only pick a good animal but can also justify their reasonings behind it. Tom says that was the most challenging aspect of the competition. “You have all these senior judges around the ring, and I have never been
one for public speaking. I know in myself what I think is a good cow but articulating that can be difficult.” The Bennett’s six-year-old cow won both the Supreme Holstein Friesian Championship and the All Breeds Senior In-Milk Reserve Champion. “Te Hau Windbrook Cleo EX was 10 years in the making. We weren’t even sure if she was going to make the Dairy Event after she calved in April with a large set of twins that knocked her back a bit,” says Francesca. “I was given Cleo’s dam, Tronnoco Talent Carla, as a 21st present by my mother, Linda. Mum bought Carla at the Canterbury Collection sale, we showed her a bit, and she did really well.” The 2021 Junior Holstein Friesian
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Managing farm effluent Good effluent management is a combination of having a well-designed effluent system and processes for people that make sure the effluent the system collects is applied to pasture in the right amount at the right time. According to DairyNZ, on-farm benefits of good effluent management include fertiliser savings, improved soil condition, prevention of animal-health issues and compliance with council rules or resource consent. DairyNZ says the key to good decision making is understanding the soil water deficit. It is essential to prevent ponding and run-off and to avoid applying effluent to saturated soils. Soil water deficit is the amount of water which can be applied to the soil before it reaches field capacity. It refers to the amount of water held in the soil after excess water has drained away. If effluent is added at field capacity, it will likely result in ponding, run-off or leaching. New Zealand’s dairy farm systems produce large quantities of nutrient-rich effluent captured from milking sheds, holding yards, feed pads, standoff pads, and animal shelters. The average dairy cow produces about $25 worth of nutrients annually as farm dairy effluent. For a 400 cow dairy herd, this represents about $10,000 of nutrients annually. Using effluent to supplement fertiliser presents an opportunity to capitalise on a cost-effective nutrient resource while improving whole farm nutrient use efficiency. Effluent is commonly grouped into three broad categories based on dry matter content: liquids, slurries and solids. Application of effluents is typically via land. The DairyNZ Farm Dairy Effluent Spreading Calculator (app or Excel spreadsheet) allows farmers to easily calculate nutrient loadings and application rates for dairy effluent based
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Farmer confidence has bounced back to where it was preCovid-19 but attracting and retaining staff remains a headache, the latest Federated Farmers Farm Confidence Survey shows. Of the nearly 1,100 farmers who completed the Research First survey in the second week of January, a net 5.5 per cent considered current economic conditions to be good. That is a 34-point jump from the July 2020 survey when a net 28.6 per cent considered them bad, marking the lowest level of farmer confidence in the 12 years the six-monthly survey had been conducted. “Looking ahead, a net 43.8 per cent expect general economic conditions to worsen over the next 12 months.
That sounds a bit grim, but just six months ago, 58.7 per cent of survey respondents expected a deteriorating economy,” said Federated Farmers president and commerce spokesperson Andrew Hoggard. “I think farmers, like other New Zealanders, are feeling buoyed by the way we have handled the pandemic despite the torpedo to international tourism. The agricultural sector is willing and able to maintain production so long as regulatory and other stumbling blocks don’t trip us up.”
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The January survey showed the three greatest current concerns for farmers are regulation and compliance, (chosen by 18.0 per cent of respondents), followed by freshwater policy (16.7 per cent) and climate change policy (13.6 per cent). “This questionnaire went out before the recent announcements by the Climate Change Commission. As the impacts of the draft emissions budgets, and the government’s reaction to them, become clearer, it will be interesting to see the results of our next survey in July.”
A net 35.8 per cent of respondents reported it has been harder to recruit skilled and motivated staff, an eightpoint increase from July 2020 when a net 28.1 per cent reported it has been harder. “Consistent with recent commodity price movements, the improvement in farmer confidence was particularly strong for dairy farmers, with other farming groups more cautious about current conditions and less optimistic about future conditions. Farmers seem most confident in the Waikato-Bay of Plenty region.”
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Kennels of quality with JEL JEL Kennels 2020 is under new ownership with Mike and Karen Stuart looking forward to building a positive future and improving the systems of the dog kennels the company produces. “We took over JEL Kennels 2020 prior to Covid. Michael has an engineering and farming background, and I come from a farming background,” says Karen. “We have made a lot of great changes to our kennel designs. Made from steel and wood, they are available in one to four bays. We also custom make for specific needs. Each steel kennel is made of DuraGal steel with etched priming and a hardened coat, or we have the fully galvanised dipped option. “They are fully insulated with double wrapping in the roof. This keeps the kennel warm in winter and cool in summer. There are flashings around the top with a spouting at the back draining the water to the side. They have galvanised self-watering systems with four adjustable heights in 100ml increments. “There are no sharp edges, and every purchase comes with a maintenance programme to help with the longevity of the building. We manufacture one to four bays and can custom-make to your requirements. “The kennels are easy to clean, and our qualified team produce orders very quickly. Dogs are loving them. We have
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had a call from one client saying how much his dog food bill has reduced because like humans when a dog is warm, it doesn’t have to eat as much. “Anyone ordering a kennel from the field days and securing their purchase with a deposit will receive free delivery anywhere in the North Island saving them up to $500 or more.”
Check out JEL Kennels Facebook page, visit site E21 at the Northland Field Days or call Karen on 027 555 6937 for more information.
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Delivering the goods by Andy Bryenton
There are plenty of small SUVs out there which look great on paper and even better in front of your favourite cafe. But some might struggle with the primary job of a proper sports utility. The Suzuki S-Cross provides an answer. Take the basic purpose of the original off-road machine and unpack it. If we wind the clock back to the dawn of the offroader, when the idea of a car that didn’t need tarmac had just been crossed off the army’s list of top-secret concepts, we find beasts like the Range Rover, the early Land Cruiser and the Waggoneer. Their brief was simple. ‘Contain a whole lot of people and materials, then deliver them safely to anywhere on the map that was flat enough to sustain fourwheeled traction’. In the rush for everything to become an SUV, some manufacturers have lost sight of that. Sloping rear rooflines, luxury interiors, tons of gadgets and trick front-wheel-drive differentials have diluted the old-fashioned plan. That’s fine if what you really want is a bigger, beefier estate car. But right in the middle of Suzuki’s new S-Cross range sits a machine that just clicks into the right parameters. Suzuki can do small and off-road like nearly no one else; check out the Jimny, or the old Escudo two-door. The S-Cross, however, is that rare thing, a small SUV that’s tidy, well appointed, and can fit a vast, cavernous amount of stuff while actually
AWD S-Cross features proper four-wheel drive, tons of space and safety features the big, expensive SUVs of the not too distant past would be envious of
handling surfaces that aren’t council maintained. First up, space. Even packed with 5 adults, there are 440 litres of boot space to play with. Double it up to close to a solid cubic metre by folding the seats flat. That’s versatile. Then there’s the AWD system fitted to the 4X4 S-Cross variant. A dial with different modes for different surfaces used to be Range Rover level luxury and tech. Now it’s standard on this sub-$34k machine that, coincidentally, gets along on only 6.3 litres per 100km. Electronic stability, advanced antilock brakes and
seven airbags add to its 5-star safety rating, too. Suzuki might not make the biggest and most powerful off-roaders, but it does make some very cool, very well specced machines for a very nice price. The S-Cross AWD loses the cute and chunky appeal of the Ignis or the Jimny, but replaces it with a more accessible, smooth design and a ton of practicality. In a world of crossovers that are effectively a replacement for the people mover or station wagon, it has both sport and utility credentials.
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Hydraulic hose repairs Dan at Far North Hydraulic Hose Repair offers a fully mobile hydraulic hose repair and maintenance service. “I also do automotive air conditioning for all types of machinery including cars, trucks, harvest equipment, tractors, boats and aircraft,” says Dan. “I grew up tinkering with engines, and it became a passion. Every day is different and helping farmers is a big part of my job. I enjoy meeting new people and learning about their different backgrounds and helping come up with solutions to problems. “I have been in the hose industry for three years but have had a career in the automotive industry for more than 20 years. My work takes me from Hikurangi to the Far North. “I fix anything to do with hoses and recommend people get their equipment checked annually and to service air
conditioning units in the winter as summer gets very busy. “Most people call me when their air conditioning has stopped working, but that is a bad time as that is when it costs money. I suggest you get maintenance done on air conditioning units every two years to keep it in good condition and other hoses should be checked regularly to avoid extra expense and downtime.” Dan recommends calling him when a hose starts to perforate rather than when it is beyond repair. “Getting out on the water in the boat is a good downtime for farmers, and I can help with fridges that stop working and other aspects. If your boat has hydraulic hoses, I am happy to check them for you as well.
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a result; it’s one of the better-looking sports utilities out there. It’s just that, in a world where everything aspires to be a variant on the SUV theme, it would be great to once again see the Outback as the sure-footed mountain goat in wolf’s clothing that it once was. A stealth wagon which could put poser tractors to shame. More than anything, it would be different, and that, in a sea of imitations, is something you can almost no longer pay for.
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Effectively, what Subaru had crafted was a modern homage to another legendarily tough wagon, Peugeot’s 505 Africa. This was a car that delivered fourwheel drive in a practical, bring-the-family package, with the simplicity to repair any faults by the side of a dirt road in the desert. Subaru touted their Outback as the world’s first such sports utility wagon, and though they may have been pipped by the French, theirs was the first to take over the developed world. In a way, it was a rejection of the trend that’s still with us today; that everything needs to be an SUV. Subaru proved, with their higher, beefier, more powerful station wagon, that the old estate shape was as understated and cool as it ever was, and that it could go places many latter-day faux-wheel-drives could not. Fast forward to today, on the eve of Subaru debuting what they’re calling the ‘greatest Outback of all time’. They might have a point when it comes to the tale on paper; the new machine sports a brand new 2.5-litre boxer engine with 138kW and 243Nm of torque, both up on the previous model. The cabin is more spacious, the wheelbase longer, the track wider for more stability, and
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The big new Rav 4 from Toyota has reached the same point on the expanding vehicle graph as BMW’s 3 series; the point where a new, smaller vehicle has to slot into the line-up beneath it, right where its predecessor used to fit. That is no bad thing for what has been one of New Zealand’s favourite SUVs of all time, combining the cachet of Hilux and Land Cruiser invincibility with a dose of family-sized practicality. A fair few out there will remember that the first generation RAV 4, with its chunky plastic bump guards and its cheeky styling, was criticised for some for coming with a two-wheel-drive option. Now crossovers are the norm, and that first RAV looks a bit prophetic. Still, enough of the past. With the effervescently styled CH-R nipping at its bumpers, the new RAV 4 is pointed directly at the future, with styling that delivers a grown-up, assured stance to the fifth-generation machine. They’ve finally decided what to do with the front treatment, and it’s a winner, as is the intuitive and spacious cabin layout, with everything exactly where you think it should be. Big, chunky dials, big, chunky screen and big, relaxing legroom in the back make for a good combination. There are options under the hood and indeed, for the drivetrain, but
the standout in the range has to be the 2.5-litre petrol hybrid. Toyota has experience with this setup, as it was first floated in the top of the line Lexus H series hybrids 10 years ago. Improvements since then have seen fuel efficiency hit 4.8 litres for each 100km. You’ll also get a handy 131 kilowatts of power and 221Nm of torque, but the RAV-4’s party piece is not how much it churns out. Rather, it’s how it deploys the power at its disposal. Key to this is the E-Four all-wheeldrive system, which sends instant electric power to the rear wheels when accelerating or crossing difficult terrain. Hill climbs and takeoffs in wet or slippery conditions are made a whole lot easier by this new system, and it reduces understeer during cornering too. The RAV-4 has been a favourite for many years, and perhaps those with an original model should hang onto it as well as upgrading. After all, a 1986 Sprinter just sold in Japan for $95,000; Toyota is well on its way to becoming a Japanese marque with proper classic status.
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RECHARGE is also available at some Farmlands stores, but unfortunately, not all due to freight costs. Moreover, yes, you can treat sealed batteries simply by drilling into each cell treating and resealing with sika-flex auto, polyurethane windscreen sealant, is best. Recharge is also great for deep cycle batteries like fork hoists, golf carts, scissor hoists and stand-alone power system batteries. Email gerard@ recharge.net.nz for more information.
MAXIMUM BATTERY PERFORMANCE A lot of people in our Recharge Conditioning Program get 10 years, or often more, out of their batteries. Just dose them when you buy them, treat them every two years and give them an overnight charge occasionally to eliminate the sulphation problem. Yes you can treat sealed batteries, simply drill into each cell, treat, charge and reseal with Sika-Flex Auto or a plastic bung.
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*Terms and conditions: Standard CLAAS Financial Services lending criteria, terms, conditions and fees apply. 0% p.a. on CLAAS tractors requires minimum 30% deposit followed by monthly repayments in arrears over 12 months. CLAAS Harvest Centre Warranty service Terms & Conditions apply. Offer valid until 31/12/2020 or while stocks last. Offer applies to in stock and on-order new CLAAS AXOS, ARION and AXION tractors only.
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Twin turbo express by Andy Bryenton
There are now so many variants of the Ford Ranger that it’s hard to pick a favourite. New Zealand’s number one vehicle five years running has all kinds of options, from the rugged farmer’s workmate to the sophisticated city cruiser. New on the menu is a version which sits between the XLT and the Wildtrak in terms of trim and finish, but which boasts a couple of new technological tricks under the hood to deliver a smooth driving experience. Ranger first came to the public’s attention for being the first on the ‘one tonners’ to drive like a car, a trick it shares with Ford’s genre-changing Transit Custom vans. The new FX4 may lose a little in terms of displacement, but it’s a masterclass of why you would not let what’s on paper dissuade you from a test drive. Like that other very successful Ford which went through many variants (the Mustang), the FX4 Ranger doesn’t want to shout about its 2.0-litre engine, as there are still many out there who think displacement is the biggest factor in a vehicle’s makeup. Twin turbos, though; that’s a fact to be proud of, and the system deployed on the FX4 manages to work its magic much like the forced induction on Ford’s smaller, spicier hatchbacks, delivering a lag-free surge that can power the big ute up to 100km/h in just 9 seconds. You’ll get 157kW and 500Nm of torque, but once again the tale on paper is not the whole story, as the 2.0-litre
There are many flavours of Ford Ranger to tempt the modern motorist, but the new FX4 fits a niche in terms of pure driving response
engine up front is mated to a ten-speed auto box, ensuring that you’re always in the right gear. That smooth and seamless synchronisation of the cogs works with the turbo feel and the smooth ride to make the FX4 seem effortless and very un-truck-like. Combine this with
the fact that the smaller two-litre mill is lighter than the alternative five-cylinder, and you get less weight in the nose for more responsive handling. There’s a Ranger for all sorts and all walks of life, but if you were impressed by the Raptor’s drivetrain, or you simply
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want a versatile ute with even more carlike manners than the usual XLT, then the FX4 might be for you. Check it out at Northland’s field days, and forget comparisons of power and displacement on paper; feel it through your hands on the wheel.
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Northern Rural Marketplace ATJ
Acraflex Dairy Wall Coatings
SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE
• Rollers 1.5 - 13 tonne • Diggers 1-20 tonne • Site dumpers 1-10 tonne • Loaders, Trailers, Plate Compactors etc
Suitable for repairing damaged dairy floors or slippery areas Bruce Cameron 027 498 8412 / 09 235 8263
Steers | Bulls | Heifers | Weaner
TUESDAYS 11:00am - Sheep 12:00pm - Prime Cattle
Your Carrfields Agent for Kaipara/Rodney area
Steers | Bulls | Heifers | Boners
CONTACT Andrew Simpson
11:00am - Calves (seasonal) 12:00pm - Dairy (seasonal)
PH 027 449 1228 EMAIL andrewsimpson.ns@hotmail.com
BEEF / DAIRY / SHEEP 100% NZ owned
DARGAVILLE SALE THURSDAYS 11:30am - Feeder Calves 12:30pm - Store Cattle
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PO Box 448, Kerikeri, 0245 • PHONE: 09 407 8784 EMAIL: ies@concrete.net.nz
Doug Wilson Manager Phone: Fax: Mobile: Email: info@locksmart.co.nz
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CONCRETE AND TILT SLAB CONSTRUCTION
We offer design & build for bridges including plans, permits, consents and construction. Or see us to strengthen and repair your existing bridge to ensure safe access on your property. Contact: GHK Piling Phone: 09 435 4443
Pump water on your farm or to your house 24/7 NO Electricity Bills.
Also Available Solar Water Pumps (No Batteries)
BRIDGE BUILDING & PILING SPECIALISTS
WELLSFORD SALE MONDAYS 12:00pm - Store Cattle
Andrew Simpson
4 Models
Colourcrete Dairy Floor Resurfacing System
Call the team at ATJ for your hire needs
Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 0493 4 Morrosion Drive, Warkworth
Harrison Water Ram Pumps
09 430 2934 09 430 2936 0274 302 934 dougw@nrh.co.nz
Specialising in Fertiliser and Metal cartage. 30 Tonne units available. We cover your country!
www.locksmart.co.nz
www.animalherbs.co.nz
Northland Laser Drainage Ltd Neil Carter Trading as
We courier to your door!
Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth) All Services & Maintenance Available PO Box 1174, Whangarei Ph 09 434 7741 • Mobile 027 273 6865
1279 S/H 14, MAUNGATAPERE
A big range of Health Solutions for you, your family and animals
North Island Livestock Cartage Don Wilson - Pukekohe 027 497 5825 - don@onroadtransport.nz Blue Vallance - Paparoa 027 480 1072 - blueandgayle@xtra.co.nz Grant Robinson -Whangarei 021 158 8386 - grant@onroadtransport.nz 09 238 4016 | 2169 Buckland Road RD2, Pukekohe 2677 www.onroadtransport.nz
* House Wash
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EMENOFF LIVESTOCK LTD
Mike: 027 497 2935 OR Scotty: 027 274 3787 STAN SEMENOFF LIVESTOCK LTD P: 0800 800 585 LIVESTOCK@SEMENOFFGROUP.CO.NZ
* Gutter Clean * Roof Treatments aaron@washrite.co.nz
* Cowshed Wash
022 438 8838
• Solutions for control of fleas, ticks • Consult with Pat for solutions and worms with WashBar products, to skin problems and other Diatomaceous Earth and Flee Flea health issues for your pet • Herbal and Homeopathic remedies • Orijen Organic Dog and Cat Food — no grains for you and your animals
Ph 09 432 0820
Email: homeopat@ubernet.co.nz Visit: homeopat@ubernet.co.nz to buy online
NORTHERN FARMING CLASSIFIEDS
Reach 33,300 Rural Homes — Phone 0800 466 793 For Sale ATV MATS from $89 — Come in & see us at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi. Ph 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres.co.nz. ATV SAFETY HELMETS — from $119 accessories from $15. The law has changed! Have you got yours? Come & see us at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi. Ph 0800 963 636. www.atvtyres. co.nz. Subject to availability. BACK 2 Wood Demolition. We buy & sell renovation materials. Servicing Northland — Auckland. Specialising in Windows, Doors, Ranch Sliders, Kitchens, Vanities, Roofing and More! Check out our website back2wood.co.nz or Ph 0800 10 98 77.
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CHICKEN MANURE for sale in bulk lots $20 per cubic metre, small lots $40 per cubic metre plus freight. B&H Whangarei are also available for all types of fencing. Call 09 432 2444 or 027 476 5458. HERITAGE APPLE Trees from $30 – Hardy root stocks – Diversify your Farm with an Orchard tree pack www.tastytrees.co.nz, call 09 408 5443 or text 027 346 7645 NEW YAMAHA FARM ATVs — 5.9% interest & 3 year warranty. Only at Rouse Motorcycles, King Street, Hikurangi — phone 0800 963 636 & Yamaha MC Whangarei. Ph 09 438 0804
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