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for creating new jobs, increasing skills and capability or encouraging better collaboration and information sharing. They can range from small, one-off initiatives requiring a small grant, to long-running, multi-milliondollar partnerships. SFF supports applied research and projects led by farmers, growers, and foresters. Some of the first 1,000 projects supported have included facing up to facial eczema, exploring fresh ways to safeguard against mastitis at dry off, dairying and peat soils and how bovine disease can be wiped out. Saving grapevines from trunk diseases, utilising laser scanning in horticulture and eradicating beetles as well as controlling crop contamination and managing the inputs in fodder beet systems. For more information or to apply for funding go to mpi.govt.nz/funding SFF Futures.
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The owners of vessels found with more than light fouling will be notified so they can ensure the vessel is clean before moving to a new area. “If a pest species is detected, owners will be asked to haul the vessels out and clean or treat them in what can potentially be a costly process. A $500 fine may also apply. “No-one can afford to drop their guard when it comes to marine pests. The council is very appreciative of the steps many are already taking and has been impressed by a noticeable change in the attitude to boat cleanliness,” says Ms Clark. As an example of the 140 vessels inspected during the last Christmas period, just two had a marine pest species present. Those pests had been concealed in ‘niche’ areas on the vessels, which require special attention
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THE INCREDIBLE ORCHID by Ann van Engelen
An industrial chemist by profession, Ross Tucker creates exotic and unusual orchids — displaying to the world a vast array of creativity and succession of the plants, which date back thousands of years.
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rchids can flower all year round, and apart from hobby growers, we are probably the one exotic speciality store in the country selling online at Tucker Orchids,” says Ross. Being a chemist, he also developed a fertiliser ‘Orchid Tucker’ and plants generally some orchids, can bloom within six weeks of use. “My interest began because my grandfather grew orchids as a gardener in England for a ‘Lord’ at a country estate. After he fought in World War One, he came here and brought plants with him and grew slipper orchids for the cut flower market. My mother had them in the yard, and they needed rescuing,” says Ross. The main method of reproducing orchids is through flasks
or tissue culture, and Ross understood the technical terms in books he read so began producing flasks of orchids — approximately 25 plants grow in a glass jar via seed or reproduction and mericloning. “I added varieties and experimented reproducing them. As a hobby grower, I overproduced quickly and ran out of space but with the New Zealand cut flower industry in its infancy around the 1970s they needed stock, so we became a supplier. “In the beginning orchid exports were financially profitable, if not better than the New Zealand wine industry. Due to government restrictions over the past 30 years, it is now almost a non-existent export industry. We had approximately 300 growers exporting cymbidium cut
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flowers across the world, and we are now down to 30 because MPI put so many rules in place with no support and that businesses got sold up. “It was devastating for our growers, and the Taiwanese saw the opportunity and took our market and customers. They now earn around seven billion dollars a year. “I now produce pot plant orchids for the New Zealand market and some varieties most people have never seen. Some are so rare; they cannot be exported, including New Zealand natives. Many are threatened, and the national orchid body are trying to conserve them but keep running up against issues with MPI restrictions — because MPI don’t understand the plant biology and should consult with people that are experts not rely on their limited knowledge.” Ross sends plants offshore believing other countries will be the heroes and keep them in circulation.
“I brought a shipment in from China, and MPI literally took plants that were 6,000 years old and destroyed them. They just killed them with no understanding of what it was they were destroying — that is horrific,” says Ross. “I believe Chinese philosopher Confucius grew them thousands of years ago. The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taiwan has the rice drawings of orchids. “Scientific research is phenomenal, and documentaries note that Darwin watched orchids and they really do seek a specific pollinator. “The subspecies of an insect is specific to each genera, and without that pollinator, you cannot keep the orchid alive in its natural environment. MPI refuse to understand; it is that simple and uncalled for restrictions mean plants die.” “Ross finds perfumed ones fascinating and hybridises colours,
forms and scents. Orchids grow in every climate and continent except Antarctica that I know of. “Some grow under snow, die down and return in spring. It is the most evolved plant in the plant kingdom and its reproduction is often called ‘sex, drugs and rock ’n’ roll’. “This is because some mimic the insect to attract it to procreate, some produce a drug, which gets their pollinator high and some offer pheromones.” Ross breeds plants unique to New Zealand and speaks at events around the world. “My line is highly scented and called Zygopetalum, which means tongue. We have developed scents and have
thousands of varieties on-site, but there are some 33,000 species worldwide yet to collect. Other countries are driven by orchids, and New Zealand will catch up once MPI scientists learn and understand what they are dealing with instead of destroying them. “We constantly produce new varieties because people are collectors and keeping it fresh is important. I love developing new varieties. We win awards and are world recognised with a few hundred varieties registered with the Royal Horticultural Society. ”Orchids are amazing, and they are the number one pot plant in the world at present, and here in New Zealand they will achieve stardom.”
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Raewyn and Rosco Pennell own 25 acres on the old Kaimaumau gum fields where they originally ran ostrich and emu through their company Northland Ostrich and Emu Ltd.
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n 1993, the New Zealand Emu Farmers’ Association held its inaugural meeting of approximately 20 members, to encourage and assist farmers to diversify into a new ‘industry’, and to help build a viable lifestyle block income stream,” says Raewyn. “By 1995 there were 350 emu farms throughout New Zealand, with quarantine facilities set up to import and hatch eggs. This was to increase the few bloodlines available here from zoos and animal parks because Australia did not allow export of their indigenous emu, so eggs were mainly sourced from Canada.” A welfare code was introduced in 1998, and production for the meat,
leather, feathers and therapeutic oil was underway. “Most farmers have been disillusioned by the difficulty in processing, and transporting a very active bird to facilities often far away to be economical and in keeping with good husbandry.” Twenty-five years later Rosco and Raewyn are one of the few emu farms left in the country and are down to a core of breeding stock to supply chicks to incoming farmers. They also mentor others interested in starting an emu farm. “We started with four pairs, and have hatched many chicks over the years, but because of our geographical location in the Far North, the birds did
Rosco and Raewyn Pennell have been involved with emu since the early 1990s not transport well to the processing plants in Fielding twelve hours drive away, so we progressively downsized our operation to home processing. “Emu produce high protein, dense red meat and the whole bird is used when they are culled.” They are processed around 18 months old when they are approximately 45–50kg.
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for people staying at our Airbnb. We grow our own vegetables, make compost for the gardens and also infuse organic tea tree oil with our home processed emu oil, which contains omega-3, 6, 9, and is hypoallergenic. “This natural product has been used traditionally by Australian Aboriginals for centuries as an aid to joint pain and is now treating skin conditions, sports injuries, post-op scarring, burn injuries and generally protecting our body’s biggest organ — the skin. We are not certified organic, but farm as naturally as possible, preferring not to drench but understock and rotate the birds with the small number of cattle we grow for own consumption.”
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Since graduating from Massey University with a Bachelor of Agricultural Science, Kieran McCahon has moved to Hamilton to further his studies. Under a DairyNZ Masters Scholarship, Kieran is working towards a Masters in management majoring in agribusiness, through the University of Waikato.
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ieran grew up on his parents’ 1,000-cow dairy farm on the west coast of the Pouto Peninsula near Dargaville. “The farm is approximately 780ha consisting of two adjacent dairy platforms and an adjoining dairy-beef/ dairy support block,” said Kieran. All through secondary school, Kieran intended to study engineering, selecting his subject choices accordingly. However, towards the end of year 13, he decided
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The trip’s purpose was to learn about and develop solutions to the problems faced by smallholder farmers in southern Vietnam. Kieran said the trip was split into two sections. The first half of the trip focussed on gaining an understanding of the local production systems and the cultural influences. This involved presentations from stakeholders, site visits to Syngenta manufacturing, research and developing sites, as well as a community immersion programme meeting with local farmers to discuss the many issues they face and assisting with crop harvest. “In the latter stage of the programme, we were split into groups, and a competition was held to develop a scaleable solution to one of the problems faced by these small-holders.” Kieran said Syngenta put $2,000 towards a pilot project for the winning design. On the final evening of the trip, the groups presented their solutions. Kieran’s group came up with the winning project. This project looked at solutions to chemical waste disposal. Much of the waste from agricultural chemicals are either left in the field or burnt near local communities. “For me, the trip was about gaining exposure to international production systems to see how agriculture is conducted in other parts of the world. It was interesting to see how similar many of the challenges that these smallholder farmers faced were to those facing New Zealand farmers.” While attending Massey University, Kieran was also a member of the Massey Young Farmers Club for three
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years. He held the position of treasurer in his final year. He said being on the committee gave him an appreciation of the work that goes on behind the scenes in organising events and encouraging participation. “There’s also a strong sense of accomplishment being involved with a committee that is passionate about delivering value to the club and its members.” Following his recent move to Hamilton, Kieran joined the Hamilton City Young Farmers. Kieran said he enjoys the people and the opportunities that come with belonging to the organisation. “From social networking through to professional development, Young
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Contracting with Matt Lewis Matt Lewis Contracting is owned and operated by Matt and Terri Lewis and has been in operation since 2015 offering a varying range of general earthwork services to clients based in the Bay of Islands and surrounding areas. Matt was raised locally in Okaihau and has always been passionate about the farming and agricultural industries. From early on he aspired to own and operate his very own contracting business so he could utilise his vast knowledge and experience of the local area as well as clients’ needs and requests. Matt specialises in a wide range of general earthworks and metal cartage all over the Far North to meet client’s specified requests. Through his knowledge and the client’s request, both work together to get the optimum completed results, to both parties’ expectations. With two 13-tonne diggers with varying attachments such as an auger, stick rake and a newly made to order hedge trimmer, a six-wheeler tip truck and transporter, Matt Lewis Contracting is efficiently able to complete tasks that they are entrusted with whilst adhering to their stringent health and safety requirements. The company cover varying facets of earthworks including building sites, retaining walls — both rock and pole/ timber, augering/drilling, hedge trimming, landscaping, driveways, carting and supplying of metals and rocks. They
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Avocado pollination during spring by Erica Faber – Orchard Productivity Manager, Just Avocados
Spring is one of the busiest times on avocado orchards and, for growers, the to-do list seems endless. One of the most important tasks is ensuring you have enough pollinators at the right time, to optimise pollination and fruit set. Ensure you have your bees in the orchard no later than between 5% and 10% open flower. Often growers will be conservative on beehives in orchards but when you have put in all the hard work and expense to ensure good flowering, don’t stumble at the last hurdle — it’s important to do everything you can to ensure the best possible pollination and fruit set. The only way for fruit to set is for pollinators to move pollen onto the flowers. It’s a numbers game and the more players you have on the field, the more goals you will score. We recommend between eight and 12 hives a hectare depending on flowering intensity and tree density. To cover all your bases, have bumble bees in the orchard as well at a ratio of 25–50% to honey bees, depending on the weather conditions over pollination. It’s important that your bees work as many hours as possible — so place them in groups around the orchards in the sunniest, most protected spots so that they will be active earlier, working the flowers, which will be in the female functioning phase and ready to receive pollen.
Place a source of water close to the hives so that the bees don’t have to travel far in search of water, which would mean less time working in your trees. Place a branch or something similar in the water trough so that the bees can safely drink and not drown. Pheromone products can also be used to enhance pollination and are sprayed onto flowers to attract the bees and encourage them to work more intensely.
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FROM THE GROUND UP Gain consent before building A consent has a myriad of meanings, but in the case of construction, it can be simply described as permission to build a structure with the assurance that it complies within the rules and regulations your local council and the building industry has in place. It is the formal approval issued by a Building Consent Authority that certain works on the project meet the requirements of the New Zealand Building Act, Building Regulations and Building Code. Some minor work is exempt under the act, but consent is required for most work including retaining walls more than 1.5 metres, swimming and spa pools, fencing, decks above 1.5 metres high, pergolas attached to buildings, freestanding non-habitable buildings larger than 10 square metres, plumbing and drainage work, relocation of buildings, additions and alterations to existing buildings, new buildings and heating
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With summer on its way, the idea for many families is to add a swimming pool to their property as a convenient way to have fun, cool off, entertain friends and hang out. Swimming pools are a good way to get that much-needed exercise after a hard day’s work and they also add a new dimension aesthetically to a garden or yard. No matter what type of pool you are considering it is important to know that there are specific rules covering swimming pool creation and installation including excavation of the land, structure of the pool and the product that is used to create it. Regardless if it is for swimming, paddling or spa pools, these rules refer to anything that can be defined as a swimming pool. If the pool has the capability of holding water with a depth greater than 400mm (16 inches) then it is required to be fenced in accordance with the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act — this includes blow up and temporary pools. The Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 exists to help protect children from the danger of drowning. It does this by requiring owners to fence their pools, and the act information covers doors and walls to buildings adjoining the pool, gates, fence height requirements, ground clearance and materials used. All pools that are installed must comply with the act. All pool fencing
requires a building consent, including that around spa pools, and some pools require consent for the construction of the pool itself. Information can be found on building consents at your local council, or your pool specialist should have this available. Swimming pool fences must only surround the pool and the area immediately around it. The area must only include things used in association with the pool, for example, changing sheds. It must not include things not related to the pool such as clotheslines, children’s playground equipment or vegetable gardens. Buildings and boundary fences may form part of the pool fence provided they comply and meet the requirements of the act. Remember, safety is a priority as accidents happen in a split second and having your swimming pool, no matter what type, how big or small, being aware and knowing the rules is essential. Your local pool specialist can help with pool design options, installation and regulation advice. Information on the Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 can also be found on the legislation.govt.nz website.
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This year’s crop of top homes is in, designed by some of our most talented local architects and executed with style by masterful tradespeople. While many of these masterpieces are beyond the budget of the average home renovator or builder, there’s a lot we can take away from the broader trends which inform these highly acclaimed homes — and those of their kind abroad. The key to many, if not all of the top efforts in design for 2018 has been the place of the home in the environment. Not just it’s physical position, though there has been much thought given in each example to how the structure forms a cohesive picture with the land, and how the land is in turn framed by the windows and internal spaces of the home when those within look outside. There’s also a rejection of the old colonialist sensibility that a building should stamp its mark on the scenery. Now it’s the other way round, with some of 2018’s top-rated homes seeming to organically grow from hillsides, mimic stands of reeds by the water, or sit like natural features on forested slopes. This aesthetic extends to practical considerations — the use of glass and concrete to harvest warmth and store it, for example, or the use of recycled materials or alternative construction techniques. In some extreme designs, meadows extend onto rooftops and windows are fixed in walls hung with vertical gardens, or weathered-look timber is interspersed with deliberately patina-surfaced metal. Inside, living spaces add drama with high and angled ceilings, room to display carefully selected works of art and cleanliness of form, which is almost stark in its use of materials like concrete and timber laminate, which conceal their own ability to foster warmth.
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For some, this means extended sojourns at the lakes or the beach. For most, it means rolling up the proverbial sleeves and taking on the backyard, modern New Zealand’s last wilderness. Well — not really. But after a winter of neglect, it can certainly look like one! Big plans come with summer — fueled by rosy-cheeked images of barbecue chefs basking in their family’s adulation, or sophisticated adult friends sipping Pinot Gris beneath a stylish loggia. There’s a clear line between the dream and the kikuyu-haunted, rusty-swing-set reality, and with the right tools, it’s not as tough as it looks. Start by uncovering the blank canvas. Deploy the mower and weed eater (or brush cutter, if things have gotten truly wild) after giving both a once-over to
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HeliNorth’s newest pilot HeliNorth pilots are qualified and experienced for the job at hand, and they know that even the most sophisticated helicopter is only as good as its pilot. The team at Helinorth help farmers and lifestyle block owners seeking weed control, fertiliser spreading, grass seeding, forestry operations as well as insect and pest management. Based in Dargaville, Reuben Wright has extensive experience in helicopter work and is the operations manager of the HeliNorth depot based in Dargaville focussing on anything north of the Auckland harbour bridge. “We recently welcomed pilot Grant McKenzie to our team here in Northland. Grant has thousands of hours of flying experience and has worked across the country from the deep south to the Far North and is now located at Tangiteroria. He has extensive experience as a pilot in many situations including firefighting, frost protection, beehive lifting, spraying and fertilising and relocating building materials, water tanks and pools into remote or inaccessible locations and has a large knowledge base in agriculture and GPS mapping. “I take pride in getting my work done promptly and professionally for our clients, and I enjoy all aspects and the variety of jobs that come my way, we also use drones which are perfect for both large farmers and lifestyle block owners
with moderate to steep blocks that are inaccessible land by ground vehicles. If you have ragwort, thistle or gorse — the drone can quietly spray without messing up your paddocks.” says Grant. Reuben says now is the time for gorse spraying and making sure crops are insect free. “It is the season to get on top of your ravenous insects such as crickets before they decimate your crops. You will be surprised how much grass and kumara plants crickets destroy. When a cricket is hungry, it doesn’t take long for them to destroy your total crop. “We are Spreadmark certified and spread the cricket bait in the targeted area as well as other forms of pest control using the GPS TracMap in all of our helicopters. Other pests can also be dealt with, and gorse is getting into its growing stages, now and it is the ideal time to kill it. “Our TracMap system has a direct online hook up to the Precision Balance and Ravensdown App for proof of placement of fertiliser. We are a local business and believe we are fair and professional. Call us for more information, options or advice.”
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Former Trans-Atlantic Rowing Champion and Olympian Rob Hamill is the latest ambassador for the Northland Rescue Helicopter service.
Northland Rescue Chopper General Manager Vanessa Furze says the service is thrilled to have Rob on board.
The announcement comes as the service prepares to celebrate 30 years of saving lives.
“We are so well represented by our ambassadors and they really are very important to helping raise the awareness of our need to raise funds to meet operational shortfalls over the busy summer months,” says Mrs Furze.
Hamill put his hand up to help raise awareness of the need for ongoing public donations after spending many weeks in Northland in recent times getting his catamaran ready for a family sailing adventure to the Pacific Islands and beyond. He knows only too well how life can change in a split second having now lost three of his siblings to varying causes of death over the past 30 years. And after rowing over 4000km across the Atlantic Ocean in 1997, Hamill says he became acutely aware of how vulnerable people can be without help at hand. “I am very privileged to be supporting the Northland Rescue Helicopter service because the work they do is amazing,” says Mr Hamill. “What is particularly impressive is how they work together with St John, the Northland DHB, the emergency services throughout Northland and so many amazing volunteers. It has been said by many people before but you just never know when you might need the service and I am looking forward to taking part in some of the activities during the 2018 fundraising appeal.”
“Those public donations are just as crucial as the sponsorship we receive from Northpower ($100k annually) and Top Energy ($50k annually), plus all of our other sponsors, supporters – and of course the generous funding and ongoing support we receive from the Northland Regional Council.” The Northland Rescue Helicopter Service has flown more than 20,000 missions since 1988 and has been instrumental in saving thousands of lives. Until the end of November, the service will be involved in numerous activities throughout Kaipara and Whangarei to pay tribute to thousands of lives saved, and those lost, since the very first flight on November 17, 1988. Meantime, the service’s fleet of rescue helicopters continue to clock up dozens of flights every month. Back in 2011 the service completed 581 jobs compared to 901 in 2017. The flight tally for 2018 has already reached 718.
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Lifestyle Block Services Spring is in the air Spring is here, and that often means certain chores around the property are being taken care of or developments are underway as people start preparing for the year ahead. If you are doing your own property maintenance, it is advisable to have a plan in place and ensure you have the necessary equipment before starting any projects. It will help eliminate many delays, as well as accidents from unsuitable or inferior equipment. Trimming hedges and digging holes are accomplished much easier with sharp equipment. Ensure your tools are up to standard and sharpen your chainsaw and spades to help the process be not just cleaner, but also safer as sharp tools mean easier cuts. Often your local lawnmower and chainsaw supply shop does this type of servicing and when it comes to mulching, engaging a contractor means accomplishing more difficult or larger tasks with ease and in a much quicker time frame compared to doing it yourself.
These experts have the knowledge, equipment and expertise when it comes to activities such as trimming hedges, trees, mulching and other tasks and they can consult with you any ideas you may have. They are also the place to start when looking for ride-on mowers if you are looking to eliminate hours of work on a large section. Wastewater specialists have a variety of options available including ideas to help create a healthy, natural environment whilst discarding waste water. If you desire a composting toilet as an alternative for any reason, these use plant filters enabling the primary treated waste water to be filtered and returned to an aerobic state. By using natural processes using the filtration medium of bark and sawdust, it
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Owning a piece of land in the country is a dream that has become a reality for many people as they find a place to graze a horse or two, run a few chickens, and perhaps raise a few sheep, goats or a cattle beast for the freezer. Many cashed-up city families or retirees are venturing into a new way of life as they embark on a more relaxed future; however, it is important to ensure you have a handle on all processes and business aspects of your property and you have yourself covered from any surprises at the end of the financial year. There are tips on all manner of rural matters available, from looking after a small flock of sheep, getting the most out of a garden, what cattle breed produces good meat, or making sure the right poultry is bought to ensure a good supply of fresh eggs, and which consultants to use. People often say recommendations on who to call or what product to use are often gleaned for neighbours on the land in your area. It is also a way to build friendships and get to know your locals. Local farm suppliers, contractors and the like often can advise on local conditions and the services available as doing it yourself is not always cheaper or efficient in the long run, particularly if you are new to lifestyle living, things are not always as easy as they may seem. While many breadwinners may still commute to work in the city — the object of lifestyle block living should be self-sufficiency as much as is possible. There are farm advisers who can point to tax breaks which may be available and systems to run your property on. They offer advice on what you can and can’t claim and look at company and ownership options — which may result in substantial savings.
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The Northland Emergency Services Trust annual fundraiser is underway with the hope of beating last year’s record donations of $307,000 as the trust celebrate 30 years in the air. Principal sponsors Northpower and Top Energy have supported the service since day one with the first patient being transported by the Northland Rescue Helicopter from Kaitaia hospital in November 1988. “Each year Northpower and Top Energy match public donations from the appeal dollar for dollar, up to $150,000. The campaign is packed with community breakfasts, and school visits to chopper rides and a children’s book launch. The story of the Northland Rescue Helicopter choppers Lima and Juliet can be purchased online at nest.org.nz,” says chief pilot and CEO, Peter Turnbull. This year, Mr Turnbull was recognised by the aviation industry for his outstanding dedication, commitment and contribution to the development of the aviation industry. Thousands of people have needed the Northland Rescue Helicopter’s vital service since that first rescue, and from April to August this year the chopper attended 422 rescues, whilst annually more than 900 patients both locals and visitors to the region have been transported. “We also have some exciting updates for our simulator that will take it to the next level. At present we are upgrading the software and avionics. Simulator training is important for our pilots and is significantly cheaper than pilot training
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in an actual helicopter and enables allweather flight training. “We can create scenarios that incorporate environmental or mechanical challenges that may carry significant risk, or that cannot be simulated in the actual helicopter. Scenarios that demonstrate weather difficulties including rain, snow, thunderstorms, reduced visibility or mechanical malfunctions such as engine failures — this helps develop our pilots flying techniques and decision-making abilities in a safe environment. Members of the public can purchase vouchers and hire the simulator experience which can be redeemed after December when the upgrade is complete. “We are so appreciative of the willingness of our local community to support us, and we are always looking for new and exciting options for you to
get in behind us. Save 10 cents per litre at Mobile service stations by joining Friends of Northland Rescue Helicopter and two cents per litre will be donated to NRH. Sign up at kiwifuelcards.co.nz or contact the team on 0800 438 383.” “For your chance to help keep us in the air look out for the official appeal envelopes in letter boxes during October and November, follow the Northland Rescue Helicopter on Facebook and join us at the upcoming Caring for Northland Emergency Services Family Fun Day on Sunday, November 11, from 10am–1pm at Kensington Park, Whangarei.”
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“Northpower and Top Energy have been sponsoring us since day one and we could not have got this service off the ground without them. Their support has been critical to us – just as support from other businesses and members of the public has been over three decades,” says Mr Ahlers. “We are also really appreciative of the on-going support we receive from the Northland Regional Council – that backing has been a substantial boost to helping us meet our annual shortfall of costs and key to us being able to afford to upgrade our helicopter fleet which will ensure we can continue to help keep our community safe.” The Northland Rescue Helicopter Service has flown more than 20,000 missions since 1988 and has been instrumental in saving thousands of lives.
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Pursuing a career Education is an important start to life in New Zealand, and students are supported to solve problems, process information, work with others, create and innovate from the day they start school, whether it be a public or private institution. Upon leaving high school students hopefully have an idea of the career path they would like to take, whether it be continuing with studies to gain a diploma or taking the opportunity of a hands-on apprenticeship. Guidance counsellors are available at high schools to help students gain direction and discover their possible career choices or interests for the future. Choosing your career path may take time, but with the right direction, you can set yourself up for a positive future no matter who you are and where you come from. For some students, an apprenticeship works best as not everyone achieves well in a classroom environment and those who have a more ‘hands-on’ personality often find their niche learning as they go in a more practical setting.
Apprenticeships are making a comeback, especially with the need for more builders and other vocations needing skilled workers. There are many benefits to being an apprentice in New Zealand. These include earning money as you learn, gaining professional and practical skills as well as one or more level four New Zealand certificates, depending on the programme and industry. As an apprentice, you will have to attend all courses that are part of the apprenticeship, including block courses, evening courses and day release classes. You will complete off-the-job assessments that are part of the Polytechnic or private training establishment courses as well as complete on-the-job evaluations, such as
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by Matt King, Member of Parliament for Northland
No region will be better represented at the national finals of the Young Enterprise Scheme than Northland. Let me repeat that: no region.
It is an extraordinary achievement by our young people, and Northlanders of all ages should be justifiably proud of them. The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) encourages innovation and enhances the business skills of the next generation of business leaders and entrepreneurs. Year 12 and 13 students create a unique product or service, form a YES business at the start of the school year, and take it to market. It is an extraordinary programme and one that is hotly contested. Historically, our Northland students have done well, but this year they seemed to have exceeded even their high standards. There are no fewer than ten regional winners presented at Waitangi a week ago. Three of them are going on to represent Northland at the national finals in Wellington on December 6. Of special interest to me as a farmer was one of the regional finalists being a team from Hokianga, Hokianga Sustainable Fertiliser, which won the Excellence in Sustainability award. This Panguru Area School group has developed a liquid fertiliser
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to 2017. Incumbent director Ashley Waugh, Jamie Tuuta and John Nicholls were unsuccessful, whilst John Wilson and Nicola Shadbolt are retiring from the board effective at the conclusion of the Fonterra Annual Meeting on November 8, 2018. One director position remains unfilled since the remaining candidates did not achieve the support of more than 50 per cent of votes cast. In accordance with the Rules for Election of Directors,
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Fertiliser in spring Getting the best bang for your buck out of fertiliser while protecting economic and environmental bottom lines is a key goal for farmers as there is increasing pressure to improve nutrient management because of the effects that nitrogen and phosphorus can have on water. Improving nutrient use efficiency is equally important for farm profitability. “As the soil starts warming up over the next few weeks, farmers will be preparing to fertilise their paddocks,” says sustainable agriculture adviser, Bala Tikkisetty. “Finding that balance is critical and requires advice from fertiliser reps and consultants because healthy soils are a balance of biological, physical and chemical properties, and are a dynamic mixture of minerals, organic residues and living micro and macro-organisms — all of which support farm production and provide various ecosystem services. Nutrient budgeting is accepted as the appropriate first step in managing nutrient use, and it is also the preferred tool for evaluating the environmental impact of farm management practices. Overseer, a computer decision support model, can be used to advise and support nutrient management decisions and greenhouse gas emissions. “Nitrate leaching is another widely talked about issue. Plants need N for healthy leaf growth but is an extremely mobile nutrient. If more nitrogenous fertiliser is applied, plants can take up most but the unused nitrogen ends up leaching through the soil into
groundwater or lost to waterways as runoff, and some is always released back into the air as gas.” The amount of N leaching from pastures can be reduced by — timing fertiliser application to avoid periods when plant uptake of N will be low, such as when soils are saturated, during heavy rain, colder periods and times of low soil temperatures. Applying N fertiliser in as many split dressings as possible, irrigating farm dairy effluent to a large area, adjusting fertiliser policy for effluent irrigated areas to account for the nutrient value of effluent and using fenced wetlands and well-managed open drains as nutrient traps. “The nutrient phosphorus behaves very differently to N because it binds with the soil and dissolves slowly in water over time, it doesn’t readily leach to groundwater but can damage the
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Apart from a brief downward dip in prices two years ago, driven by uncertainty about regulatory changes in China, NZ velvet production and prices have increased for eight years. Deer Industry NZ Asia manager, Rhys Griffiths, cautions that this trend cannot continue forever as there are always unknowns that could upset the market, such as an escalation in the trade war between China and the United States, but based on all the known factors, he says deer farmers can expect another good year. “Major velvet exporters and DINZ are working closely together, building demand with major health food companies in Korea. These companies prefer to deal direct with their NZ suppliers and put high value on price stability. It gives them the confidence to invest in product development,” says Mr Griffiths. Branded health foods based on NZ velvet have transformed the Korean market, and creating a similar product category in China is a priority for the industry. “In contrast, for the commodity traders who still buy two-thirds of NZ velvet, price instability can be a good
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thing. Despite good prices, we are putting a lot of energy into building strong relationships with manufacturers and marketers in our major markets. We are taking control of our own destiny and making the commodity traders less relevant.” He says 200 tonnes of the expected 725-tonne 2018–19 harvest will go to health food companies selling high value branded products in South Korea — a market segment that didn’t exist 10 years ago. “Since then, following the lead of the Korean Ginseng Corporation, 30 companies have developed and marketed 73 velvet-based health food products, most of which are enjoying strong consumer demand. Of these, 55 are based on NZ velvet, with the New Zealand provenance strongly promoted.” New Zealand wants to repeat this success story in China, where — along with Australia — it is the only legitimate source of imported velvet. This valuable status is the result of a Regulated Control Scheme for Deer Velvet Harvest implemented by the Ministry for Primary Industries in August 2017, which set stricter on-farm hygiene,
traceability and cool chain standards for velvet. DINZ has been working with Chinese regulatory agencies to provide a clear pathway for imports of NZ velvet to manufacturers in China. “Health food marketers in China are very much aware of the success of velvet-based health foods in Korea, but they want to be sure that the velvet they are buying is legitimate and is available in sufficient quantities at stable prices before they invest the large sums needed to develop and market new products. “It took several years for DINZ and exporters to interest Korean health food manufacturers in developing velvetbased products. It will be the same for China, where DINZ is talking to some firms who are considering whether to take the plunge. “Over the coming years, we expect direct exports to Korean manufacturers to grow, aided by the annual reduction in the Korean tariff on dried NZ velvet. More of the velvet that goes to China will be consumed there, and less of it will be re-exported to Korea.”
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Currently, coarse wool has limited uses and is mainly used to create wool carpets, a market that is in significant decline due to the growing popularity of synthetic alternatives. That has resulted in lower prices for coarse wool, currently around $3.35 a kilo, and a reduction in sheep farming. Dr Carnaby introduced the new materials to wool industry members at the WRONZ AGM in late October. The materials consist of tiny particles, much smaller than coarse wool and typically in the 5–10 micron range. The smaller ingredients massively open up potential uses for the wool in a wide range of new industries and value chains. WRONZ members cover all aspects of the industry from wool production, wool exporting to scouring and processing into Derrick Milton, Wool Research Organisation of New products. Lead researcher Dr Zealand chairman Rob Kelly from Lincoln Agritech described some of the properties of the new materials and is exploring potential member companies with expertise in uses for the new fibre with WRONZ cosmetics, filters and luxury clothing.
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by Andy Bryenton
Prior to 2011, the image in most people’s minds of a best-selling Ford ute was one in line with our automotive history down under — you’d likely picture a V8 powered, low-slung muscle machine like those produced by tuning house FPV. All that changed when 2011’s Ford Ranger came on the scene. In retrospect, it was a turning point for the brand in New Zealand — a milestone pointing to an era of dominance.
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Now it’s come time to follow-up the ongoing legacy of what has become not just our nation’s favourite utility vehicle, but our top vehicle overall for three years running. Ford is well aware that the only way to go onwards is to go upwards, and so their 2019 Ranger debuts with a smooth new transmission, a new power options and a new, revised look to deliver more presence on the road. New under the hood is the option of a two-litre, twin-turbocharged common rail diesel engine, developing a phenomenal 500Nm of torque for heavy hauling duties and to power the Ranger through rough terrain. With more than 210 horsepower, this compact but mighty engine compares favourably to the established and reliable Duratorq 3.2 litre diesel which remains an option in
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of safety and comfort, but their new Sync 3 infotainment system is front and centre in a well-appointed cab, putting everything at your fingertips. While Ford has not rewritten the rulebook on the way the Ranger looks for 2019, it’s a clear update on the style front, with a slightly more aggressive look to complement those extra abilities. Here in the heartland of Ford Ranger country — the Kaipara boasts a predominance of the big ute with the blue oval badge — it all adds up to a generational change worth waiting for. More options, more power, more technology, safety and utility — Ford continue to evolve the benchmark and set the standard for others to aspire to.
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On the straight and narrow by Andy Bryenton
The tractor is synonymous with farming and has been for more than a century. Certainly, a lot has changed over the decades — from the iron wheeled monsters of the 1900s we’ve seen a steady upward evolution toward computer guided, low emission machines which fulfil a multitude of roles thanks to the many implements they can both transport and power. Moreover, there’s more to that evolution than increased size and versatility in the open field.
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Innovations in other areas of agriculture have seen niche tractors develop which are no less astounding in their specialisation than the great dreadnoughts of the pasturelands. Those who operate orchards and vineyards, those who cultivate hops for brewing or grow stone fruit for preserving — these other primary industries have not been left behind. A prime example of a tractor evolved for this specialist work is the Fendt Vario 2011 V, which scooped a top international award, being named Tractor of the Year in the specialist category at Europe’s famed Agritechnica expo. With a gas-frugal yet powerful three cylinder, 101 horsepower diesel, the little Fendt also offers a host of modern conveniences such as reversible fans for easy blow-back of chaff and dust, optimisation for computer guidance and stepless transmission for smooth operation. There’s the option to add on all manner of useful tools for around the vines and trees, allowing farmers in specialist fields to spray, mow, tidy and even harvest with a full toolbox of
disturbing a leaf out of place. What’s more, it’s stable and easy to drive along with it. No wonder that this achievement netted such a high honour — and that so many farmers in the specialist primary industries are knocking on the doors of Fendt dealers to find out more! Secondary F and P variants are slightly wider, but this slim machine takes the cake when it comes to niche evolution.
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Flipping the game by Andy Bryenton
When engineering innovator John Regier sat down to change the way people mow their lawns, he began with the idea of a combine harvester, rendered small. Rather than scaling up a push mower — and in those days we really do mean the old reel-bladed iron monster — he combined elements of farm machinery with the turf care devices deployed on American football fields. Of course, off the football field, you’ll find obstacles like bird baths, garden beds, pathways and shrubs. That means the ability to turn sharply and manoeuvre in tight spots was key to his mower’s success. And success was what awaited the first Hustler mower, spawning generations of big yellow machines for decades to come. Now those first principles have been further defined with the advent of the latest offering from Hustler Mowers — the Raptor Flip-Up. With zero-turn agility, this mower follows closely in the template laid down by John Regier all those years back. You can be impressed by the advancements made all round, from the fingertip sensitivity of the controls through to the power under the hood. That comes from a Kawasaki 23 horsepower overhead cam v-twin motor, air cooled and positioned low in the frame for stability. Of course, it’s the excellent torque from this unit which drivers the triple blades beneath the Hustler Raptor’s 54 inches wide cutting deck, armed with guide wheels to help it float over the turf. Moreover, the real party piece of his
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NORTHERN FARMING LIFESTYLES
UNBEATABLE POLARIS DEALS ACE 570 HD EPS
RANGER 500
$16,995
$14,715
INC GST.
RANGER 570 FULL SIZE
$13,795
INC GST.
INC GST.
INCLUDES ROOF + MID SCREEN
INCLUDES ROOF + GLASS WINDSCREEN
NOW
RANGER 570 HD EPS
RANGER DIESEL 1000 HD EPS
GENERAL 1000 EPS DELUXE
$18,969
INC GST.
$22,995
$27,595
INC GST.
INC GST.
INCLUDES ROOF + SCREEN
NOW
NOW
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PH: 0800 96 36 36
PH: (09) 439 0170
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1 KING STREET, HIKURANGI, WHANGAREI.
725 POUTO ROAD, DARGAVILLE.
MAIN ROAD, HUAPAI. PH:
09 412 8109
WARKWORTH MOTORCYCLES
WARKWORTH MOTORCYCLES
PH (09) 425 8535
PH (09) 431 2123
22 WHITAKER ROAD, WARKWORTH.
0800 440 290 | www.polarisnewzealand.com |
1916 STATE HIGHWAY 1, KAIWAKA.
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