Water services collaboration
Kaipara is not tackling water issues raised by Local Waters Done Well alone, with a vote confirming the …
Farewell to Dargaville’s cinema ambassador
Cinema volunteers, founding members of the Anzac Theatre’s governing trust, patrons, friends and well-wishers …
More detail call in landfill case
Despite an extensive round of court hearings and more than six years of campaigning, opponents of the …
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Plans for a new medical practice in Dargaville have been stalled and potentially jeopardised by the inaction of the government entity which should expedite such efforts, says mayor Craig Jepson.
The mayor expressed acute disappointment that the positive efforts of the Maungatapere Medical Centre had been met with apparent indifference by Health New Zealand. The practice manager of the MMC confirmed that they had waited two months for a response from the government’s health authorities, and the extreme delay had led to cancelled plans.
These included the hiring of a qualified doctor and a nurse practitioner, who were keen to help ease the well-publicised, controversial health availability crisis in Dargaville. However, with the delay stretching on, these professionals were
advised that there was no guaranteed position for them to take up. The same goes for a premises, which would have housed the new practice.
“I am appalled and angry that my constituents, our citizens and those in private enterprise who are trying to do something very positive for Dargaville have been treated this way,” said mayor Jepson. “It’s unacceptable that when there is a well-known shortage of doctors, when people are waiting for weeks to see a GP, that people offering a solution are ignored.”
“It’s incredibly disappointing for our rural community to miss out on
the opportunity of another GP service assisting to meet the needs of our increasing population in Dargaville and surrounds,” said Kaipara Community Health Trust CEO Debbie Evans. The wait time to visit a doctor in Dargaville can sometimes run to three weeks or more, and the government has acknowledged there’s a shortage of rural GPs. Initiatives to hire, train and even immigrate medical professionals have been highly publicised. This is one of the reasons that the mayor, and the MMC’s leadership, have been so baffled by the lack of action from Health New Zealand when they have worked hard to provide a solution. ¢
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Kaipara is not tackling water issues raised by Local Waters Done Well alone, with a vote confirming the participation of the Kaipara District Council in a multi-authority working group.
“At the recent Northland Forward Together forum, there was clear interest in further exploring a collaborative approach to water and wastewater service delivery across Northland. To support this, it is proposed that each council appoint three elected members to participate in a joint working group,” said KDC chief executive Jason Marris.
The vote to participate in the collaborative group has reduced the likelihood that Kaipara will have to face the fiscally untenable position of paying for millions of dollars of water infrastructure upgrades alone. This fear led to speculation that Local Waters Done Well could even be the end of Kaipara as a civic entity, and prompted a refutation of undemocratic political amalgamation from mayor Craig Jepson.
The stated purpose of the working group, as noted in documentation inviting the KDC’s participation, is ‘for the Whangārei District Council, Far North District Council and Kaipara District Council to work together to ensure the long-term sustainability, efficiency and regulatory compliance of water service delivery in Northland.’
It’s also noted that the desired outcome of the group will be ‘to oversee the
creation and production of a joint Water Services Delivery Plan’. The document ends with the following:
‘By adopting a collaborative and transparent approach, Northland councils aim to establish a regional water services framework that meets community needs while ensuring economic, environmental, and regulatory sustainability.’ ¢
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It’s unlikely that a large centralised wastewater project will go ahead for Paparoa, though a last-minute motion to further consult with the seven most affected properties in the town’s septic troubles has forestalled immediate costs.
Paparoa residents have long sought clarity, and a potential centralised wastewater system plan, from the Kaipara District Council. In December last year, a report was presented to the council that prompted more questions. KDC staff were tasked with finding out how many properties would need to be connected to a speculative wastewater scheme, and how much this would cost.
Dye testing of 15 central Paparoa properties in September 2024 revealed issues with wastewater, and property owners were compelled to pay for the services of drainlayers to pinpoint the problems with their individual systems.
‘The investigations revealed all properties can correct the issues they are facing and achieve compliance within their own property boundaries. However, for some, this will be very costly, potentially around $30,000 for installation of a new high-tech wastewater system,’ reads the official report presented to elected members.
This led to the recommendation that the KDC should avoid the potential $1.5 million cost of a wastewater system for central Paparoa, leaving residents to solve their own problems. As noted, this could mean that some properties are not viable for some categories of retail. Specific examples given are cafes, victuallers and hairdressers. It’s estimated that the cost to each property averages out to $30,000.
Elected members of the KDC relented after councillor Vincent moved to delay a vote on the issue, pending further talks and consultation with those affected. It is hoped a solution which is not punitively costly may arise from this discussion. ¢
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Kaiwaka Can is bringing communities together with the Kaiwaka Lantern Festival, an afternoon of family fun and competition.
“It is a great family fun midwinter day, featuring a lot of traditional country town games. It is timed to be a week before Matariki, so it has the same themes of renewal and remembrance, alongside conventional midwinter activities,” said organiser Pablo Garcia.
Organised for Saturday, July 14, with activities starting at 3pm, the lantern parade begins as the sun begins to set at 5.30pm. The festival is getting bigger and better with the east versus west tug of war competition added to the programme.
“We are adding to the competition with people living east and west of State Highway One. All other field events will continue, like the gumboot toss, three-legged race and egg toss.”
The event will feature music, fun games and a lantern walk. People are encouraged to bring a pre-made lantern; however, there will be a lantern-making workshop at the event.
“Kicking off at 5.30pm, the parade is a kilometre loop followed by marshmallow cooking over braziers with entertainment.”
Still seeking sponsorship and volunteers, the committee is appealing to businesses for donations.
“Last year, businesses were amazingly generous and donated all kinds of goods for the silent auction and cash.”
Organisers are beginning to get people involved to volunteer with the event, parking and activities. To express interest in sponsorship or volunteering, contact Pablo on 021 664 674. ¢
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Public concerns over the zoning of an industrial site near Kaiwaka in the Kaipara District Council’s Proposed District Plan have once again raised the issue of a waste-to-energy plant for the region.
Social media speculation swirled around the zoning of a parcel of land adjoining State Highway 12 near Maungatūroto, and another area near Kaiwaka. A social media post asking for information about a ‘waste-to-energy plant rumoured to be coming to Kaiwaka’ aroused comment, but on closer inspection the area mapped in the KDC’s plan as industrial land is already occupied by a sawmill.
“I support enterprise and business in Kaipara, and if a successful timber company wants to expand their operations to create more jobs then I’m all for that,” said mayor Craig Jepson.
The mayor also reiterated the point, which was reached by decision of council in an open meeting last year. There would be no KDC investment in a WtE plant, and if a private company wished to progress
such an initiative in Kaipara it would have to go through official channels to obtain resource consent. This could easily lead to deliberations in the Environment Court.
Another piece of land was pictured as zoned for industrial use in the Maungatūroto area, close to the rail corridor to the west of town. This railadjacent land is said to be zoned for industry due to the current local presence of manufacturing businesses, and the speculation that rail revitalisation might lead to further factories being built there in the future. However, it’s currently occupied by lifestyle and farming properties, causing some consternation among residents.
There is no Kaipara WtE plan on the list of Fast-track projects presented by Shane Jones and his governmental peers. ¢
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Dargaville’s leading librarian Lisa Salter is trading literature and administration for the galley of a tall ship, as she makes a major career shift toward adventure.
Lisa will soon set sail aboard the Spirit of New Zealand as the ship’s principal cook, a role which will see her supporting crews of young Kiwi students on voyages of self-discovery and learning. The Spirit of New Zealand has offered extracurricular enrichment to generations of young people around the country, and Lisa says she is very pleased to be part of its ongoing mission.
“I’m involved with this because outdoor education changed my life; it’s the best thing for kids,” she says.
The senior librarian says that when she worked in schools, she was able to sail on two voyages, working with other volunteers and a crew of 40 young people. This sparked an interest in both sailing aboard the stately tall ship, and a passion for the work the Spirit of Adventure Trust undertakes, taking students out of the classroom and into an environment where confidence, teamwork and empowerment thrive.
“During the Covid-19 lockdown, my daughter resolved to get her master’s
degree, and I resolved to volunteer with the Spirit,” says Lisa.
That promise came to fruition, and Lisa sailed with the Spirit of New Zealand for the holiday season. She’s been working alongside the ship’s cook in a galley only a couple of metres square, mastering the art of cooking for a large crew while afloat.
A replacement for Lisa as Kaipara libraries leader has not yet been decided on, but she says that her team are exceptional and supportive, and will make her successor feel welcome. ¢
Northpower electricity consumers will soon receive their second instalment of a total of $15.8 million in pricing discounts thanks to Northpower and the Northpower Trust
The first instalment was paid in November 2024, and this is the second instalment of the 2024/25 discount payment
The Northpower Pricing Discount is made possible with the support of the Northpower Electric Power Trust, which owns Northpower on behalf of Northpower’s consumer beneficiaries connected to the Northpower electricity network
The Northpower Trust says it is satisfying to see Northpower’s consumer beneficiaries continuing to benefit from the consumer ownership model that has existed since 1993 Over this time Northpower has returned over $278 million to electricity consumers in Kaipara and Whangarei
Northpower Trust Chair Phil Heatley has welcomed the discount, and the way that it flows
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Cinema volunteers, founding members of the Anzac Theatre’s governing trust, patrons, friends and well-wishers assembled in Dargaville last week to pay tribute to outgoing cinema manager Vern Woods.
The face of the popular local cinema for many years, Vern was acclaimed as a major contributor to the success of the Anzac Theatre as he was toasted by a sizable gathering of supporters. His tenure has come to an end as he embarks on a move to Dunedin, and he leaves behind what he calls ‘a lot of years, with a lot of great memories’.
Described as an ambassador for the cinema, and the art form in general, Vern told the crowd that the role of theatre manager was the first one he’d ever written a CV for. He said he was greatly appreciative of the assistance of the trust’s board, the volunteers who serve the public and keep the cinema tidy, and, of course, those regular patrons who have come to so many shows.
“Here’s to the next however-many decades,” he said. “We struck, when we started, the opinion that things in Dargaville don’t last. However, they do, and we have.”
back directly to electricity consumers in Kaipara and Whangarei
“We hear from our consumer owners that they appreciate the discount payment each year, it’s the way that we have done things since the Trust was established, and as Trustees we view it as an appropriate way to reward consumer owners,” Mr Heatley says
Most residential and business customers connected to Northpower’s electricity network will benefit from a discount which will be calculated on their individual usage This payment will be up to $155 including GST, on top of the payment made in November of around $150
That longevity has been in part thanks to Vern’s oversight, his passion for film, and dedication to a job, which was described as being ‘a social role but not with sociable hours’. The position of theatre manager will be taken up by Sheree Olsen, who steps up with enthusiasm to continue bringing great movies to Dargaville.
The Anzac Theatre’s trust gifted Vern with a perfect going-away present, too. A year’s worth of movie tickets for the cinema in his new home town of Dunedin. ¢
Northpower Chair Mark Trigg says he is pleased with the level of discount, and the fact that it has increased over the time that he has been working with Northpower’s Board
“Over the past 8 years we have seen the discount increase from around $120 to $305 this year, which has been possible due to the improved financial performance and growth achieved by Northpower over the years,” Mr Trigg says
In future years, Northpower will be making a single payment in May each year, so the next payment will be May 2026 This change to payment timing is required to meet accounting and tax compliance purposes, where discounts should be paid after the end of the financial year
As a result, there will be no discount payment in November/December 2025
The discount will be shown as a credit on customers’ May or June electricity bills and will benefit over 63,000 current customer connections on the Northpower network
To qualify as eligible, consumers must have an active network connection as of 1 May 2025 Full details of the eligibility criteria and how the discount is calculated are available on Northpower’s website www northpower nz/forhome/pricing/northpower-pricing-discounts/
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Dargaville radio station Big River FM has a new home for its broadcast antenna, after a unanimous vote of the Kaipara District Council paved the way for its relocation to the heights of Hokianga Road.
The local radio station has been in operation for more than two decades, and is the longest-established community radio group in New Zealand. It has been forced to reduce its broadcast range and power in recent months, due to the necessity of moving its main antenna from Rowland Road, near Turiwiri, and having no suitable high ground on which to place it.
“I am very pleased that we are able to do two good things today,” said councillor Ash Nayyar. “The radio station has been operating beautifully and provides valuable information and entertainment.”
“They really need their transmission facility, and I hope the new location provides a good quality of signal,” said councillor Mike Howard.
The aerial does not need to be completely rebuilt, but can be erected using existing parts at the KDC’s water treatment plant and reservoir atop Hokianga Road. This vantage provides an impressive line-of-sight to all of Dargaville and its surrounds. The operation of the radio antenna will not affect the water purification plant in any way, and it operates at much lower power than a mobile communications tower; many orders of magnitude less energy is emitted.
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The Maungatūroto Community Charitable Trust has received another boost from the area’s premier fundraising initiative based at The Den in Bickerstaffe Road.
A grant of $30,000 has been handed to the MCCT to assist in the purchase of a van for community use, the third such community vehicle The Den has recently supported. The move highlights an emerging project to improve Kaipara’s transport network.
The Den’s founder Albie Paton has just attended a seminar in Hamilton and wants to address public community transport links “that have almost disappeared.
between Wellsford and Dargaville had two taxis. Today — none.”
“Along with Mike Patterson from Ōtamatea Community House, we started investigating various options to help people get some independence back, but hit a few obstacles along the way,” he said. “This resulted in myself and Kim Brewster from community services going to a day-long seminar at Hamilton, with speakers from several regional councils, transport groups and other interested parties from all over New Zealand.”
Following the Hamilton meeting, the Kaipara participants have drawn up a proposal for a similar public meeting in Kaipara, and compiled a long list of prospective participants including councils, community service groups, churches, iwi, service clubs and more.
The next stage in establishing clearer and more widespread radio broadcasting for the community station is to have the site assessed by radio transmission experts, who will pinpoint the best way to set up and tune the aerial. ¢
Albie said public community transport in Kaipara in the last 50 years has almost disappeared. “Then, there were three buses a day between Dargaville and Auckland, today — none. Most townships
“This has been an idea smouldering in my mind for several years, after several people in the district lost their driving licences for various health reasons,” said Albie. ¢
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Northland, including Kaipara, could benefit greatly from a new plan to bridge electricity generated locally to the data centres and industry of Auckland.
Shane Jones announced last week that the Regional Infrastructure Fund will invest up to $2 million into investigating improved electricity transmission and distribution in the region. This follows through on plans articulated by Mr Jones and energy sector leaders at a hui on regional growth in Ngāwhā last year, at which it was opined that generation capacity in Northland would grow, but delivering power to where it was needed was the challenge.
Improving the lines between here and Auckland would allow for that capacity to be used efficiently.
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Despite an extensive round of court hearings and more than six years of campaigning, opponents of the proposed mega-landfill for Auckland rubbish are still enmeshed in legal proceedings.
Leading the movement opposed to the Dome Valley landfill and its perceived threat to the Kaipara Harbour is Fight the Tip, and its opposition is echoed by iwi, councils and myriad other associations.
Currently, the case is before the Environment Court after being referred back from the Appeal Court, and is involved in requests for clarification before a decision is reached.
“New Zealand needs significantly more electricity generation as the economy grows and demand for power increases. Northland is rich in natural renewable resources, such as wind and solar, which are suitable for generating renewable energy,” said Mr Jones.
That generation capacity is coming. Dargaville recently saw ground broken on one of the most advanced wind farms in New Zealand, Ruawai is home to a large solar array, and further north, Ngāwhā has massive geothermal potential.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment will use up to $2 million from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to investigate the feasibility of upgrading Northland’s electricity infrastructure to act as an energy bridge between Northland and Auckland.
“This project has the potential to unlock $1 billion of private investment in new renewable energy. If this is feasible, Northland could become a significant electricity generator and supplier of power, which might have flow-on benefits for Auckland and the rest of the country,” Jones said. ¢
“A small team has been working on a request from the Environment Court to assess the latest proposed conditions for the landfill,” said FTT executive member, Michelle Carmichael. The assessment involves classifying conditions as acceptable, or needing negotiation/further evidence as not acceptable, or not able to be considered until the Leave of Appeal is resolved.
“The Leave of Appeal is Forest and Bird’s appeal against the High Court decision. In short, it is that protection and riparian planting does not avoid/ offset the loss of the river and its values,
and that there is no functional need for the landfill in that location.”
FTT has collated as much informed evidence as possible, which was handed to its legal team on April 30 for transmission. As the controversy over the plan for the proposed tip, which would involve up to 350 truck movements from Auckland each day it was open if approved, its promoting company, Waste Management, has held a series of public meetings seeking feedback on waste disposal attitudes with the information Auckland’s Redvale site has to close in a few years. ¢
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The People’s Health Alliance is uniting people at its Kaipara Wellbeing Hub with special guest speaker Pete Fairclough talking about soil and water health.
The Kaipara PHA Community Hub meets on the second Saturday of every month from midday to 3pm at The Paparoa Sports Pavilion. The next meeting is on May 10.
“Everyone is welcome to pop in, have a cuppa and a look around or sit and have a chat. Our general format is having a speaker before the Hum for Health and the Sharing Circle,” said coordinator Lynn Walters.
The hub creates access to massage, reiki and homoeopathy practitioners and classes, and workshops from healthy eating to yoga.
The next event promises those attending an opportunity to learn about soil and water health and how it relates to our bodies and nutritious food. Pete’s expertise comes from his passion for truth and experience from being an organic farmer for 40-plus years.
“We strive to offer wellness-related information from highly qualified people.
Pete Fairclough is coming this month to show how to revitalise our soils and water.
“We are a people-led and communityfocussed group, committed to assisting
and empowering our communities within the area of wellbeing and being well.
“Although most of our services are completely free, we ask for a donation when we provide speakers, because we are self-funded.”
To enquire or find out more, contact Lynn on 027 458 3691. A selection of light refreshments is also available on the day. ¢
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Churches, teenagers and adults united to ensure 117 children enjoyed the recent three-day Ōtamatea Day Camp at a local farm.
“This camp is run by Good News Church Maungatūroto, Ararua Church and Paparoa Community Church, to teach local children how to have a relationship with Jesus Christ,” said teen leader overseer Natalie Chambers.
While the camp has been an annual event for more than a decade, this year was more intentional, with campers from the Matakohe to Brynderwyn catchment area and teen leaders applying for a role.
Thirty-seven youths were selected to be part of the team.
“The teen leaders rose to the challenge of looking after the children and making sure they had an awesome time. That was part of the dream, making them feel like they were part of the team.” Children engaged in two out of four electives of their choosing,
like horse riding or football skills, among other activities. The teen leaders were part of a large team dedicated to ensuring the children enjoyed the three-day experience.
“The application process for the teens was more involved this year, as we wanted to use them as leaders. Working with children, we wanted people who were responsible and trustworthy, while being purposeful in their training.
“The whole vision is to spread the gospel and tell children about Jesus, the Bible, display the Christian lifestyle and answer any questions they have.”
With 40 adults each day, 37 teenagers and 15 committee members, Natalie extended her gratitude to the volunteers, sponsors, including the Maungatūroto Four Square, which assisted the cause. ¢
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by Andy Bryenton
Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson says he is in full support of getting students into schools, and admits that truancy is a social ill, but was confused by messaging from David Seymour last week saying that mayors should be on the frontline of a solution.
Mr Seymour, in his role as Associate Minister of Education, opined that mayors from around the country should be more active in preventing truancy, leading many to the conclusion that the ACT leader wanted truancy prevention to become a council function. No funding or staffing was mentioned for such an initiative.
Mr Jepson agreed that advocacy for education was something he supported, and truancy “is not one of council’s primary roles, but it is one of our primary interests.” He agrees that civic leaders and schools should be united in their message regarding education’s importance, but that preventing truancy starts at home, with parents, then with educators.
“It’s ironic that one minute the government is telling us to concentrate only on core issues, then the next, they are asking us to do social work,” he said.
However, while there’ll be no central government tranche of funding for truancy officers based out of the KDC, mayor Jepson is in agreement with Mr Seymour’s statements on educational importance. He’s made a point, for example, of attending every senior prizegiving for
graduating students, emphasising the potential unlocked with learning.
“I’m calling on mayors to be champions for education in their regions. When students go to school, communities are stronger and better prepared for generations to come,” says Mr Seymour.
Dargaville’s truancy issues were for many years addressed by community groups and volunteers, some of whom were faced with funding cuts when the coalition government came to power. ¢
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With public submissions on a suggested targeted rate to assist Kaipara’s three museums closed on Wednesday, May 7, the issue has ignited a wide community debate, but action by the Kaipara District Council on the Mangawhai Museum debt has pleased the sector.
The Kauri Museum director, Dr Jason Smith, has welcomed news that KDC has written off the Mangawhai debt of $100,000. “In fact, 2025 is now a great year, as the council has decided to clear the debt — the first time the council has expressed support for a local museum. I consider this a great start.
“Museums are the storekeepers of knowledge and ideas. An open door that says to the visitor that we are here — come on into our collection of artefacts, stories and people.”
Mangawhai Museum had two loans that were advanced in 2014 that were due for repayment in 2022. The board was not in a position to repay the loans and requested that the council forgive the debt, which was agreed.
The council then suggested a targeted rate to assist Mangawhai, the Kauri Museum and Dargaville Museum, which was put out for submission to the
Annual Plan 2025/2026 from Monday, April 7 until 11.59pm Wednesday, May 7.
In discussion of the plan, mayor Craig Jepson stated Kaipara had experienced “one of the worst economic downturns in recent times that has put a huge amount of pressure on the council, on staff and our finances. There is still some work to do before June to finalise the budgets and work programmes for the year ahead.”
Informed sources have indicated a reluctance emerging over the target rate idea, given a proposed average 8.9 per cent general rate increase after growth for the coming year. ¢
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The downside of owning an EV if you live in rural New Zealand is the tyranny of range; unless you buy a very capable example, a trip to Auckland from the north will inevitably mean finding a charger in the city.
That can sometimes be easier said than done, which has led to the biggest factor aside from price that stops many regional drivers getting into an EV. Range anxiety is a killer, but there’s a way to have one’s electric cake and eat it, too.
The concept of a petrol engine as a range extender for an EV might seem to be a foolish meme waiting to happen; one of those jokes about an electric car towing a diesel generator. However, there’s a method to the machinery that powers cars like the BMW i3 and GM’s Volt. Using a small petrol engine to recharge the batteries can produce excellent and, theoretically, unlimited range, in tandem with regenerative braking, as seen on more conventional hybrids like the Toyota Prius.
under the hood next to an electric motor, but unlike in a Prius or Honda CR-Z, the petrol engine is not connected to the wheels at all.
The system has been taken to its logical conclusion with Nissan’s e-Power concept, available in everything from the little Note to the big X-Trail SUV. Nissan fit a small, three-cylinder petrol generator
Instead, the petrol engine operates under a very limited load, just to power up the battery. Regenerative braking does the rest. This also means that Nissan’s e-Power models benefit from the instant, punchy torque of an EV. Additionally, while you’ll still have to visit the pump sometimes, it won’t be often, as the Note, smallest of the range, can drive for 100km on just over two litres.
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A divided vote has decided the future of the Mangawhai Heads surf beach, with the Kaipara District Council delivering a split decision in favour of pushing forward with its extensively consulted development plan.
“The deliberations panel, in their meeting, heard all submissions and based their recommendations on them; those are before you today,” said KDC chief executive Jason Marris.
Mayor Jepson acknowledged there had been a range of inputs and opinions on the use of the popular beachfront site, with most agreeing on core functions, such as recreation and the basing of the local surf lifesaving club. Contention arose mainly on the topic of commercial activities at the surf beach, with some submitters taking particular umbrage at the potential commercialisation of what they viewed as a public space.
“There were a lot of good ideas, and a lot of opposite ideas, which is good,” said the mayor. Councillors Nayyar and Paniora opined, however, that some voices had
not been listened to. The vote passed by a majority, clearing the way for several new developments at Mangawhai Heads. Notable additions include the provision of an emergency helicopter pad at the Ocean Park end of the reserve, along with room for other emergency road vehicles to turn. There’s a new public access path near the boat ramp to keep the ramp clear of pedestrians, and there will be a better high-tide access path to Picnic Bay as well.
An area marked provisionally as Estuary Park will be established, with outlooks across the estuary and harbour to the south, while 109 new car parks will be constructed to allow for ample capacity in peak times of demand. Surf lifesavers will have a confirmed tenure at the beach, with a 33-year lease granted
p The plan for Mangawhai Heads: note the larger car park area, helipad, and a white-shaded area earmarked for potential future commercial premises for their clubrooms. The inclusion of a large area earmarked for a future commercial building is the aspect of the plan that stirred the most controversy, and motivated more than one of the council members who rejected the proposed plan in last week’s vote.
Councillor Williams spoke to allay the misgivings of her colleagues about this allocation of land, saying that many other popular beaches in the mid-north had
cafes and eateries near the waterfront, to the benefit rather than the detriment of the shorefront.
The KDC’s strategy and engagement team manager Jenny Rooney also noted that this was a good time to reach out to the Northland Regional Council in an effort to collaborate on eradicating invasive pest plants at the site. This, she said, could be accomplished without compromising existing budgets. ¢
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The Mangawhai Lions Club has been announced the Lions International Marketing Award winners for its social media, press advertising, posters and radio advertising promotions.
Applying within the club’s constitutional area, including Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, the group is elated with receiving the award.
“There was stiff competition within those big countries; we were mindful that the competition was fairly fierce to win the prize. We were ecstatic to have won,” said Mangawhai Lions Club secretary Mandy Hebben.
“We won US$2,000. There is a trophy coming from the US, a certificate and two free entry tickets to our next international convention in Hong Kong.”
The marketing efforts have showcased various projects like its Daffodil and
Breast Cancer appeal fundraisers. A newer club starting in December 2023, the Mangawhai Lions has grown from five members to 22 and counting.
“We’re a new club. In December 2023, there were only five of us, and now we have 22 members, with about three or four people ready to join.
“The club has grown hugely in that time, and part of that has been an active campaign to show people what we are doing and to get them to want to be a part of it. It wasn’t just social media. It has been with the support of the media, community radio and advertisements.”
Taking pride in the brand, the club enjoys featuring what it offers in newspapers, social media, signs and by being present in the community.
“When we do a project, we go to the extent of getting signs and looking
professional in what we do. We try to have a presence, so people see the brand and recognise what we are doing.”
For more information or to get involved with the Mangawhai Lions Club, please contact mangawhailions@gmail.com. ¢
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Consultation closes on Wednesday 7 May 2025 on some big issues.
We want your input on:
• How we should deliver our water services in the future
• Whether you think we should introduce a targeted rate to support three of the district’s museums
• Our proposed fees and charges for the coming year.
Find more information and how to have your say online at kaipara.govt.nz/haveyoursay
Our Proposed Kaipara District Plan is now open for your feedback until Monday 30 June.
The District Plan influences the future shape and feel of our district, which is why it’s important for Kaipara communities to be informed and get involved.
View the Proposed District Plan on our website via the QR code or go to kaipara.govt.nz/kaipara-district-plan-review and check out options for support with your submission – including open days and chat with a planner sessions.
If you’re considering standing for Kaipara District Council later this year and want to know more about what the role involves, come have a cuppa and a kōrero with our Chief Executive, Jason Marris It’s a great opportunity for a one-onone chat to ask questions and learn more about the role of an elected member.
Sessions will be held in Matakohe on Thursday 29 May, Mangawhai on Thursday 5 June, and Dargaville on Thursday 26 June – all in the afternoon*.
*Revised dates
Bookings are essential, so email Alana at athurston@kaipara.govt.nz to secure your spot.
Kaipara District Council is calling for nominations for the ‘Ratepayer’ membership of the Raupō Drainage Committee. Candidates wishing to be nominated will need to complete a nomination form and have the form seconded by another ratepayer within the area.
Find out more about the committee and what is expected of members at kaipara.govt.nz/raupo-elections
Slip repairs on Tangowahine Valley Road kicked off last week and are expected to be finished by the end of May. Stop/go traffic management will be in place during the works
Manning Road in Parore is closed from 5 May – 6 June while Northpower carry out tree felling. Resident access will be maintained by traffic management between 8am-3pm and the road will reopen at 4pm each day Tree felling on the Kaihu Valley Trail between Parore West Road and Babylon Creek means this section of the KVT will be closed at all times during the works These works are weather dependent and dates may shift
Weather depending, our road crew are planning to reseal several roads in Arapohue, Dargaville, Matakohe, Maungaturoto and Pahi this week We’ll send an Antenno notification with the works schedule and road closures once dates are confirmed. Visit kaipara.govt.nz/antenno to download the Antenno app
u by Amy Fifita
While snuggling in blankets in a heated house is often a
is ventilated throughout the house is a must.
While opening doors and windows is a common summertime trend, it is also necessary in winter. Yes, finding refuge in the comfort of a warm home by the fireplace is a leisurely time, but so is maintaining good air quality, respiratory health and a moisture-free environment.
Ventilation ensures stale air and moisture are released from the home and deters mould growth, especially in laundries, bathrooms and kitchens. Shower domes are another solution to controlling dampness in the home.
Move air by opening a door or window on either side of the house and in wet areas, even if it’s only for 15 minutes a day. Exhaust fans are useful above the stovetop or shower, allowing damp air to be extracted.
and ceiling insulation and a heat source, like a pump or fireplace.
Consider installing or maintaining a ventilation system. Ventilation systems are preferably installed if you have floor
There are different types of systems. More suitable for houses with wooden joinery, positive pressure ventilation circulates drier air from the roof space p How you ventilate your home affects the air quality for the inhabitants
or outdoors. With dry, and normally cooler air, being shifted into the home space, having a heat source is a must to maintain warmth.
Whereas positive pressure systems introduce dry air, balanced pressure ventilation extracts damp air and replaces it with heated dry air using heat exchanger technology. This system works well in modernbuilt and well-sealed homes. These systems allow houses to maintain a balanced temperature and humidity for healthier home environments. If a dryer is in the home, this can also be utilised by using a ducting kit. Leaving a gap between walls and furniture creates a space for air to move freely, decreasing the risks of mould. Another great device to use is a dehumidifier, or for something more power-efficient, enlist a few moisture absorbers to soak up the dampness. ¢
u by Liz Clark
With shorter days now the reality, getting up
things done around home in need of attention.
Sure, the weekend can be utilised for those jobs that keep screaming out to be fixed. Still, those Saturdays and Sundays might be committed to other activities or the weather has packed up and then it’s being stuck indoors.
These are the times when a professional can be called in to take care of the work in need of attention on the outside. We’re writing, of course, about property maintenance specialists. These are the people who can come in and clear up a messy section, take care of clearing out the house guttering, or cut back overgrown vegetation blocking the view or access.
Others may include plumbers, painters and electricians, who can maintain your other requirements where a specialist is needed. Some tasks shouldn’t be attempted for safety reasons, especially electrical work or cutting down large trees where an arborist’s expertise is required. With winter just around the corner, now is the time to ensure your woodburner or fireplace is safety checked and the flue is cleared of debris, including birds’ nests or leaves. This should be done yearly, and not left to the last minute. A blockage could result in a disastrous fire.
Drainage around the property should also be checked. If water is pooling on the lawn or around the house or garage, call a drainage expert to assess the situation. They can advise on what work can be done to help keep your property dry and free from flooding. Drainage systems such as corrugated plastic piping can be installed for subsoil drainage to keep your grounds dry. If you’re on a septic tank,
it should be emptied every three to five years to ensure it’s working properly and doing the job it was designed for. If there’s a blockage, then call a plumber rather than tackling it yourself. Many councils now have bylaws requiring septic systems
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May
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Heartland Services — 6 May 9.30am–12.30pm. Te Tiakina Te Kaitiaki/ Caring for Carers. If you are a carer looking for support drop in and talk to Westy at Heartland Services, Whanau Focus Bldg, 61 Victoria St. No bookings required.
Connect & Create Pop Up — 6 May at Dargaville Library, 10am–noon. Free art activity, connect with other creatives, have a chat about your creative ideas.
Creative Northland — 6 May, noon–4pm at the SEED Co-Working Office, Fosters Arcade, 36 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
Tangiteroria Burger Night — 9 May @ Tangiteroria Community Complex. Open 6pm.
Hospice Kaipara – Death Cafe Let’s Talk! — #1 Sat 10 May, 10am–noon, Gumdiggers Cafe, 5 Church Rd, Matakohe. #2 Wed 14 May, 5pm–7pm, The Good Life Stores, 98 Victoria St, Dargaville. Eat cake and talk about death and dying in a safe friendly environment. Supported by Hospice Kaipara, no charge to attend. RSVP or enquiries to 09 439 3330, option 4. Lisa: office@hospicekaipara.org.nz, Josie: support@ hospicekaipara.org.nz.
Baylys Beach Society — 23 May Fundraising Quiz Night. 56 View Rd, Baylys Beach. Open 6.30pm, $15pp. Contact Tracy 021 883 437 to register your team.
Tangiteroria Burger Night — 23 May at Tangiteroria Community Complex. Open 6pm.
Heartland Services — 27 May Inland Revenue Clinic at Whanau Focus, 61 Victoria St. Bookings essential 09 439 7009 or 021 245 3765.
Tangiteroria Trivia Night — 31 May at Tangiteroria Community Complex. Open 6pm.
Markets
Kaihu Hall Market — 4th Saturday each month 10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.
Monthly Market — 1st Saturday of each month, 8am–noon at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).
Paparoa Farmers’ Market — Every Saturday 9am–12pm. Genuine local produce, vegetables, seafood, olive oils, meats, patisserie, plants and more. Village Green, Paparoa.
Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 9am–1pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.
Clubs/Organisations
57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years. Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.
Alcoholics Anonymous — Dargaville meetings
Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby & Parore Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Contact Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248. Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group — Contact Maxine on 022 691 6068. Anger Management Group — Thursdays 6pm–7.30pm 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Helena 021 564 618 or 09 601 4153.
Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — 2nd Monday of each month. Garden ramble, shared lunch, trading table phone 021 063 3444.
Blind Low Vision Support Group — Meets 10am, last Monday of the month, alternatively at Dargaville and Ruawai. Phone Noelene 09 439 0033 for more info. Bring Balance Group — Mondays 12.30–1.30pm, Time to pause, reflect and set intention. Kaipara Community Centre (side entrance) $10. For more info phone Maureen 021 0231 8008 or see www. bringbalance.co.nz.
Carers of Tamariki Kaipara – Whānau Focus — First Tuesday of every month except January, 10.30, come and make connections with people who are looking after Tamariki. Any enquiries call or text 021 973 871.
Chess Club — All welcome, Wednesdays 6.30pm Dargaville, gold coin donation. Phone Stephen 09 439 8819.
Circus Kumarani All Ages Circus Class — Term 4. Come along and learn some circus, casual or full term. 15 Onslow St, Dargaville, Tuesdays 3.45–4.45pm; and Paparoa Memorial Hall, Thursdays 4–5pm. www. circuskumarani.co.nz/classes.
Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts now at Parenga Street (between the Menz Shed and My Accountants).
Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 022 025 0235 for further info.
Dargaville Bowling Club Tuesday Bowls — Names by 9.30am, start 10am, finish 2.30pm. Contact Ray King 09 439 5509.
Dargaville Club — 61 Victoria Street, open Wednesday and Friday from 5pm. Members and guests welcome.
Dargaville Club Jam Nights — every second Friday, 5.30pm start.
Dargaville Community Garden — at Kumarani Creative Centre, 15 Onslow St. Open day on second Saturday of the month (12th April, 10th May) come along from 10am–1pm for a cuppa, swap crops, seeds and ideas. Email classes@circuskumarani.co.nz to find out more.
Dargaville Contact Bridge Club — Tuesdays 12.45pm and Wednesdays 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.
Dargaville Firearm & Military Collectors Club — 3rd Friday of every second month at Lions Club Hall, Hokianga Road, at 7.30pm. Phone Alec Melville 027 215 1833.
Dargaville Floral Art Club — 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville. Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.
Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. Phone Brian or Barbara 09 439 5959.
Dargaville Mainly Music — Interactive music and movement for preschoolers and their carers. Wednesdays 10am Baptist church, Victoria St, during term time. Contact Rebecca 021 969 626.
Dargaville Medieval Combat Club — Wednesday each week 6.30–8.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road. $15 per lesson. Equipment provided. Contact Kurt 022 622 7809.
Dargaville Menz Shed — Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday from 10am to noon. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.
Dargaville Museum — Open 7 days per week. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Phone 09 439 7555.
Dargaville Riverside Taha Awa Garden Trust Join them in overseeing the running of the Garden. Contact Sheena 021 439 157 or email dargavilleriversidegarden@gmail.com.
Dargaville Scout Group — For boys and girls aged 5–99 years at 23 Onslow St. All info on door or phone Johnnita 027 296 5889.
Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs — Games like Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer or other strategy games. Thursdays 6.30pm, Hokianga Road, upstairs above the cinema.
Dargaville Yoga — New term begins. Tue 29 April, 9.30am, Thurs 1 May, 6pm. Beginners class Fri 2 May, 9.30am at Pono Lodge. All are welcome. Contact Diane 027 371 5274.
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Dargaville, Ruawai, Paparoa, Matakohe, Maungaturoto, Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Wellsford.
Drop in meditation — 5.30–6pm Thursdays at Bring Balance, Kaipara Community Centre (side entrance), 38 Hokianga Rd. Room open from 5pm, all welcome. Koha/Dana. www.bringbalance.co.nz, 021 0231 8008.
Girls’ Brigade — Thursdays 3–5pm at the Lighthouse Church, for girls 5–18 years. Register online at 1st Dargaville Girls Brigade 2025 registrations. Find us on FB & Instagram or phone 021 263 7446.
Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — NW Boating Club, 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.
Housie — Every third Monday of the month at 1.30pm, Dargaville Bowling Club. Janice Allan 027 355 7434. JP Service — Every Thursday at the Whanau Focus Office, 12–1pm, walk in only. Call or drop in for enquiries 021 245 3765 or 09 439 7009, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.
Kaihu Valley Music Club — 3rd Sunday of the Month at Kaihu Hall on Woods Road. 1pm–4pm. Enquires to John or May 09 439 0827.
Kaipara Bootscooters (Beginner line dancing classes) — Every Monday 5.30pm to 7.30pm and Thursday 10am to noon. First hour is beginner and second hour is higher beginner. Dalmation Hall, Normanby St, Dargaville. Contact Donna 021 729 955.
Kaipara Cycling — Calendar of Rides — Thursdays 3.15pm–5.15pm Junior Rides 10 years and older; 5.30pm–7pm Women’s Rides; 5.30pm–7pm Adult Rides. Meet at Time To, Normanby Street.
Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Contact 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.
Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Open 7 days. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 021 106 3635 or 027 472 1269.
Lions Club of Ruawai — 3rd Thursday of the month (social) and 1st Thursday of the month (business). Contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.
Lions Dargaville — 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John 09 439 5937. Maungaturoto AA Meeting — Mondays 7pm at the Maungaturoto Community House, 155 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto. Contact Carolyn 021 828 055.
Maungaturoto Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month. In winter Centennial Hall, Maungaturoto. Other months visit gardens in the area. New members welcome. $15 to join — first 3 visits FREE. Please contact Gloria 021 100 8153 for more info.
Northern Wairoa Country Music Club — 1st Sunday of the month at the Scout Hall, 23 Onslow Street 1–4pm. Enquiries to Bruce 09 439 5513.
Northern Wairoa Genealogy Society — Learn how to trace your family history or understand DNA at Dargaville Museum, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.
Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. Contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155.
NZ 60s Up Movement — Dargaville Social Meetings held at the Lighthouse Function Centre on 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560.
Paparoa Box Fit — $10. Stretching/cardio/boxing. Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Wednesday 6–7pm.
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Paparoa Dance to Music — $5. Stretching/balance/ resistance bands/Zumba, Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Tuesday 10.30–11.30am.
Paparoa Kids Fun Class — $5. Learning/Music/ Dodge Ball/Limbo, Paparoa Memorial Hall, Every Friday 3–4pm.
Peggy Purls in our Community — Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby St. Ring Charlene 09 439 6120. Petanque — social play. Mondays 9.15 till 11.30, $2, fun exercise, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.
Practising Presence — Mondays 6–7pm. Meditation, qi gong and taiji to train being in the present moment, Kaipara Community Centre (side entrance), 38 Hokianga Road, $10. Phone Maureen 021 0231 8008 or see www.bringbalance.co.nz for more info. Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm. 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.
Rock ’n’ Roll Lessons — Sundays, 3–4pm at Kaipara Community Centre, 38 Hokianga Rd. $2 per person. Txt Kirsty 021 0818 7902 for more info.
Rotary Club of Dargaville — Weekly at 11.30–1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. Men and women. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.
RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.
Ruawai Bowling Club — new members welcome. For info call Alison 027 243 5454.
Ruawai Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.
Signing Social Group — every Tuesday from 11am to noon at Riverdale Retirement Village Hall, 140 Logan Street. Using NZ Sign Language in a social setting.
Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Dalmatian Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634.
Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville. 10.30am–4pm, Tuesday and Friday. Contact Edith & Mike 021 439 675.
Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. 9am–10am, $10 per session. Call Tony 022 311 8447.
Tangiteroria Community Complex — Mondays: Pickleball 6pm, phone Sarah 021 772 822. Tuesdays: Yoga 6pm, phone Sharon 021 981 135, $15 per session. Wednesdays: Indoor Bowls (fortnightly in summer, weekly in winter) 6pm, phone Mel 021 772 822; Squash, phone Donna 021 761 022; Exercise Room, phone Mel 021 772 822. We ask participants are a Complex Member for all above activities. For Pickleball and Bowls it’s a gold coin donation. Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Wednesday 10am–noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm.
Te Kopuru Sewing & Craft Group — Coronation Hall, Norton Street, Te Kopuru every Saturday from 9am–noon. Gold coin koha for the hall. Contact Grace on 021 0858 2455. Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.
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CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764.
SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.
TOP SOIL, conditioned top quality. 100% suitable for vege gardens or new lawns. $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.
TOYOTA COROLLA 2006 silver, 5dr hatchback JGY875. Current WOF & REGO both expiring September 2025. New tyres & battery. 123,000km, tidy condition, $8,500. Phone John 027 525 8189.
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, 4 Grey Street, Dargaville. Church service on every Sunday at 3pm. Legacy/Man Up, Wednesdays from 6.30pm–8.30pm every Wednesday except school holidays.
FENCING, ALL types of fencing, pool, stockyards, post & rail, boundary plus… call Jeff 027 476 5458.
DAIRY GRAZING available. Red Hill, Te Kopuru. Up to 100 head long or short term ex dairy farmers. Phone 021 149 2971 References available.
WINTER GRAZING wanted for 50 dairy cows in Dargaville or surrounding areas. Phone 022 376 5164.
SINGLE? OVER 40? Meet other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself. Dine
windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
CARPET CLEANING, repairs, re-stretching, and patching. Flood drying and small carpet laying work and upholstery cleaning. Very fussy and reasonable prices. Phone Darren, Alltrades Carpet Services 0800 425 587 or 027 286 8584. Dargaville & surrounds.
ROOFING REPAIRS & gutter cleaning. Local to Dargaville area. Phone 021 271 2065.
V-GROOVE UNTREATED plywood 9mm & 12mm Downgrade. Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.
WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.
ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — Next concert is the 5th of June 2025, first Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm. Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.
DARGAVILLE HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.
MUHAMMED SYEDUL Hoque(c) of Kaipara, being a living Ngaherehere National is the irrefutable holder of all associated copyright protected trade names, since re/conveyance to the “land and soil jurisdiction” of Ngaherehere: Ki~: Te~Moananui~a~Ki`wa: na~Aotearoa. Public recording number LW122586130NZ proclamation date sixteenth of October 2024, thus severing all usufruct subjugation ties (please refer to this link for more details: www.publicnoticesnz.com/notice-of-praecipe-2).
Pursuant to the Local Government Act 1974, Schedule 10, 11(e), the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that the Hibiscus Coast Motorsport Club has made an application to have roads within the Kaipara District closed on the days and times set out below for the purpose of the Hibiscus Coast Motorsport Club Rally – July 2025.
Sunday 27 July 2025 – 8am to 5pm
Kaipara District Council will, at its Council meeting on 28 May 2025, consider the proposal to close the following roads for the holding of the Hibiscus Coast Motorsport Club Rally – July 2025:
• 1km of Cassidy Road from 190 heading northwest to Harrison Road
• 1.9km of Harrison Road heading south to Central Road
• 4.6km of Central Road ending around 412 Central Road
Any persons wishing to submit on or object to the proposal are invited to do so from the date of publication of this notice.
Submissions may be delivered to any Kaipara District Council office; or posted to Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340; or emailed to council@kaipara.govt.nz and should include your name, address, telephone number and email address as appropriate.
Submissions close: 26th May 2025
Kaipara District Council
Passed away 1st May 2025 after a short illness, loved Sister and Sister in law and Aunty of Eileen and Bryce Wyatt and family. Rest in peace.
IMMERS, Helena Catharina (Leny)
Born in Rotterdam(Holland), passed away in Dargaville on 28th April 2025, aged 97 years.
Best friend and loved wife of the late Dick. Much loved mum of Helena and Terry, Paulina and Terrence, Yvonne and Graham, Peter and Zeta, Frank, Robert and Francie, Andrew, Anita and Dion, and Dot. Leny was a loving and adored Nana to all her grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. She was the last of her generation and will be dearly missed.
The funeral took place on Friday, 2nd May 2025. All communications to Dot Johnson, RD2 Dargaville 0372.
As per
Kaipara District Council
32 Hokianga Road Dargaville 0310
8.00am–4.30pm Monday–Friday 9.00am–4.30pm Wednesdays
Northland Regional Council 36 Water Street Whangarei 0110
8.00am–4.30pm Monday–Friday
Kaipara District Council Unit 6, The Hub 6 Molesworth Drive Mangawhai 0505 9.30am–3.00pm Monday–Friday
The Rating Information Database (RID) contains information required by Council
and
In accordance with section 27(7)(b)
posting to Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. Following due consideration the Council will notify the objector of its decision and correct the Rating Information Database where the objection is upheld.
Passed away peacefully 30th April 2025 with his children present; in his 96th year. Loved husband of the late Wilna. Father of Ruth, Gordon and the late Wayne. Will be sorely missed by all of his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchild.
A service will be held at the Tangiteroria Community Complex on Wednesday 7th May 2025 at 1:30pm followed by a private cremation.
Messages to PO Box 266, Dargaville 0340. LAMBETH, William Bickford (Bill) (Regtl No: 72086 AC1 RNZAF).
Council Briefing: 9.30am Wed 7th May, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube.
Annual Plan Hearings (Day 1): 9.30am Wed 14th May, venue TBC and on YouTube.
Local Water Done Well Hearings (Day 1): following conclusion of the Annual Plan Hearings, Wed 14th
