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Dargaville woman trains with US Army u by Colin Patterson

Four years after joining the Royal New Zealand Army, Dargaville woman Demi Exley is training with the world’s top fighting force.

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Dargaville’s Person of the Year Anaru Tana has been named Westpac Dargaville Person of the Year 2014 …

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p Dargaville soldier Demi Exley has enjoyed training with the US Army in Hawaii

Adventurous times for young Nico Nico Zwaans has a sense of adventure …

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Lieutenant Exley, 21, a Royal New Zealand Artillery Officer from the Linton-based 16 Field Regiment, is living her childhood dream of working outdoors as a gunner on an exchange in Hawaii.

Ms Exley is with 11 other Kiwis in Hawaii with the 3/7 Field Artillery Battalion, 25th Infantry Division, US Army.

The exchange has seen the Kiwis training with US Army personnel and with the same M119 105mm howitzer guns used in New Zealand.

Ms Exley said the experience has been worthwhile.

“It’s been really good to see the way the same unit from another country works. We have the same equipment, but they operate differently. This not only

gives us the chance to learn, but also to teach.”

Her mother, Karen, says Demi joined the army in 2010, straight out of Dargaville High School. “She loves it.

The army is a great career for her. Demi enjoys the outdoors and the camaraderie and she never wanted a desk job.

It has been an amazing experience for her.” ¢

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Pyjama day at Paparoa

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The Dark Horse The true story of Genesis Potini, a Kiwi chess genius who was institutionalised with severe bipolar disorder. Upon being released, he goes to live with his patched-gang-member brother, and decides to teach the youth of Gisborne the game of chess in a bid for the national champs.

Good Vibrations Terri Hooley doesn’t simply barricade the doors when the Troubles plunge Belfast into terror and strife. Instead he opens a record store on the most bombed street in the city, calling it Good vibrations. Through the underground punk rock scene he becomes instrumental as a voice against the carnage.

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p Children at Paparoa School turned up for classes in their pyjamas last Wednesday. The event raised $171 for the children’s charity Kids Can. Almost all the school’s 44 children turned up in their sleep wear, while teachers also joined in the fun. Kids Can had asked schools to hold a mufti-day fundraiser. As Paparoa has no uniform, the school decided on a pyjama day instead.

Hercules Another re-telling of one of the most ancient heroic stories in history. Mighty Hercules (played by ex-wrestling superstar The Rock) travels to the kingdom of Thrace as a mercenary for hire, seeking to protect the outnumbered Thracian army from an evil warlord’s invasion. Fans of 300 rejoice!

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p Joyce Humphry, Averil Wheatley and Felicity Brackenbury proudly display their work after a Wednesday morning crafts group in Dargaville. The group is made of people with disabilities who enjoy their weekly social interaction. “We’ve been doing all sorts of things,” says organiser Cynthia Shirtcliffe. “We do mosaics and make cards.” She says attendances fluctuate but have been up to 33. The sessions end with lunch.

Seal comes to visit

The popular sitcom featuring everyone’s favourite Irish fruit-seller and her boisterous family. When a crooked MP and a Russian mobster threaten to shut down Dublin’s Moore St Markets (Where Agnes Brown makes a living), she and her friends and family go all-out to save her livelihood, with hilarious results

Heaven Is For Real When small-town preacher’s son Colton Burpo, aged four, is rushed to hospital for emergency surgery, he claims to have visited Heaven itself, talking to deceased relatives and even meeting Jesus Christ. The boy’s detailed accounts of people who died before he was born stir up questions of faith and free will for his religious family and their quiet Nebraska town.

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Return to a magical, animated Viking kingdom and catch up with all your favourite characters from the first blockbuster ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ movie and the hit TV series. With the dragonriders’ secret out, fame presents its own challenges, and a new threat arises...

p While seals are frequent visitors to the South Island coast, they are seen less frequently in Northland and seldom venture up our rivers. This furry specimen was seen in the Northern Wairoa River near Dargaville’s Mangawhare Wharf last Monday.

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Former local behind Glasgow games action

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u by Colin Patterson

When our Commonwealth Games athletes were going for gold in wrestling and judo, one of the key people ensuring the events ran successfully was from Dargaville.

Erin McEvoy was assistant manager of the judo and wrestling events at the Glasgow Games.

But when she applied for the job, Erin had one big handicap. “I knew absolutely nothing about either sport.”

But she was experienced in event management, having worked for the Northland Rugby Union for seven years, including running match days at Toll Stadium and coordinating teams of volunteers.

It was that experience that impressed Games organisers. “I was told I just needed to know the basics of the sports. I was there for my experience in events management. Erin got sent to Bulgaria to see how a wrestling competition is run. She then got to observe the British Open Judo Championship in London.

Back in Glasgow, Erin was in charge of backof-house operations for the judo and wrestling competitions that ran for three days each. “I ran the competitors’ lounge, and the weigh-in and warm-up areas.”

She also recruited and trained 98 volunteers for the competitions. “They were amazing. “No one whinged and no one moaned. They had to clean up the mats after each day’s competition.

The mats were sweaty and yucky and there was a bit of blood.

“Being in Glasgow was just an amazing experience. I was just blown away with how well it went. It was a sell out for both sports.”

Now the Games are over, Erin’s priority is for a well deserved holiday — a 10-day sailing trip

p Ex-Dargaville woman Erin McEvoy has played a key role in ensuring the success of judo and wrestling competitions at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

around Croatia. An early return home is unlikely, as Erin says she plans to seek positions with the European Games and the 2016 Rio Olympics. ¢

Acting chief executive appointed for Kaipara ROAD SAFETY u by Colin Patterson

McPherson to fill this position in the meantime. Dr McPherson has been in the senior management team at the council for more than two years and has acted as acting chief executive when Mr Ruru has been away.”

Dr McPherson’s appointment will be confirmed at the August council meeting. ¢

Jill McPherson will become Kaipara District Council’s acting chief executive when Steve Ruru leaves in October.

Mr Ruru is leaving to become chief executive at the Southland District Council.

Chair of commissioners John Robertson says commissioners were mindful of the uncertainty created by the possible re-organisation of the Northland councils. This is a matter still before the Local Government Commission, which has delayed announcing its final decision until after the September 20 general election.

That decision could then be subject to poll challenges, meaning a final outcome might not be known until next year.

“We have decided not to begin a recruitment process until this reorganisation question is finally decided,” says Mr Robertson.

“It makes no sense to try to recruit for this important position when there

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Toastmasters comes to Dargaville u by Colin Patterson

If you dread speaking in public but need to learn the skill, help is at hand.

A Toastmasters club is about to start in Dargaville. Graeme Kettle, who is helping to set up the club, says there are currently 262 Toastmasters clubs in New Zealand. “We’ve got people who have approached us. But the nearest clubs are Whangarei or Hokianga. So we’re giving it a try in Dargaville.”

Toastmasters come from a wide variety of backgrounds and occupations.

“It’s for absolutely anyone from 18 to 108. We’ve got people who come for work reasons. We’ve got people who write and have to read their work aloud. There are people who want to gain confidence.”

The Dargaville Toastmasters will meet for the first time at 7pm on Thursday August 21 at the Commercial Hotel.

The club will meet twice a month thereafter. “Every time people will get speaking opportunities — but only if they feel comfortable.”

Toastmasters also run regional and national competitions for those who

Military music on show u by Colin Patterson

Fans of military music will be in their element this week as the Royal New Zealand Navy Band lights up the stage at the Dargaville Town Hall.

p Toastmaster, Graeme Kettle

want to gain greater proficiency in public speaking.

Mr Kettle says several people have written or phoned in to express interest in joining Dargaville Toastmasters.

“There is a basic membership fee but it’s not dramatic.”

If you are interested in belonging to Dargaville Toastmasters — or would like more information — you can call or text Debbie Raphael on 021 021 1637. ¢

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p The Royal New Zealand Navy Band will be performing at the Dargaville Town Hall, August 7, 7pm

The band is on a tour of Northland and on Thursday night will be performing in Dargaville.

Warrant officer Shaun Jarrett says the band will also be performing in Kaitaia, Kerikeri, and Whangarei. There are also a number of school concerts. “We do them to promote the navy.”

The band has 30 members playing brass and woodwind instruments. Its repertoire includes concert pieces, big band (including Glen Miller) and jazz, plus military standards. The band will be accompanied by vocalist Rebecca

Nelson and will be led by its director of music Lieutenant Commander Owen Clarke.

Mr Jarrett says a number of band members recently took part in a new recording of the Commonwealth Games team theme song For Today, originally a hit for the Netherworld Dancing Toys in the early 1980s.

The Royal New Zealand Band is one of three military bands in New Zealand and is responsible for providing all of the navy’s ceremonial music. Its Dargaville concert kicks off at 7pm. ¢

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Dargaville’s Person of the Year u by Joanne Speechly

Anaru Tana has been named Westpac Dargaville Person of the Year 2014 in the inaugural fundraiser for Selwyn Park School.

The Big River FM station manager said he was very surprised but humbled by the award and acknowledged all the other worthy nominees.

“Big things have small beginnings and I can see this event becoming another annual benchmark for Dargaville and its community,” said Anaru.

“This was about Selwyn Park School, and it was really great to see Tim and the team at Westpac taking this on board to benefit the students. I would also like to thank Erica for organising this event — I really admire her get up and go.” p Tim Dow, nominee Janet Froggatt, Anaru Tana, second place winner Louie Pivac and Bella Nathan Creator of Westpac Dargaville Person of the Year, Erica at Westpac who have shown us huge donated to Selwyn Park by voting for Tebbutt, said she was very pleased with generosity. We are very grateful. Thanks the candidates. Your generosity has the inaugural event. also to Erica, whose great idea this enabled us to raise $700 towards our “Firstly, I want to say thank you was to start with, and all those who school wishlist.” ¢ to everyone who participated in our fundraiser and it has been great to have Westpac on board. They made a clear pathway for this project and have provided outstanding support.

I’ve learnt a few lessons and look forward to starting the process again The Mangawhai Residents and nosed analysis of our chances of next year.”

Ratepayers Association (MRRA) is to success’. Once that is received it will Westpac bank manager, Tim Dow said conduct an online poll of its members be discussed by the MRRA committee the bank is always keen to support the to decide whether to continue with which will make a recommendation town and Person of the Year is just one an appeal against a court judgment to members. of a number of fundraising initiatives the that orders ratepayers to pay He says the association had bank is working on this year. unlawful rates levied to pay for cost originally intended holding a public “We want to see this event continue overruns on the town’s Eco-Care meeting. But as many committee and we now have a cup with a whole sewerage scheme. members and residents would be bunch of space on it so we can keep Now the MRRA has to decide unable to attend regardless of when adding the names of winners for years whether to pursue an appeal — and it was held, the committee decided to come. I’d like to recognise all the the significant cost that will involve to make the decision through an nominees, because these are all people — or end its fight. online process. who are engaged in the community MRRA chairman Bruce Rogan Mr Rogan says he hopes the and have been acknowledged for their says he has asked the association’s matter can be finalised by the end considerable contribution to this town senior counsel to prepare ‘a hardof this week.

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Selwyn Park School principal said he was rapt with the success of the Dargaville High School Academic Coaching fundraiser and he looks forward to Interviews on Thursday 28th and building on this next year. “Thanks to all our nominees, Tim and the staff Friday 29th August 2014

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This was a major storm and while it could have been a lot worse, the work our vegetation crews have done in the field in recent years, reduced potential outages greatly.

At the peak of the storm we had 14,000 customers without power … some for days. Most outages were repaired within 24 hours but at times those same power supplies were lost again.

Flooding and slips created access issues, so we did a lot of repair work with helicopters and aboard jet-ski.

Nevertheless, had our rural community (farmers and lifestyle block owners) not been so willing to work with us on clearing trees from lines in recent years, the situation would have been worse. But we can’t afford to relax. We have to keep on top of our tree trimming/felling programme and aim to be even better prepared for future storms.

To Northpower’s field staff and everyone in our offices who pitched in and helped out – thank you also. Likewise, all those Northpower crews who travelled from our depots throughout the North Island to help out – your support was invaluable. So many Northpower staff went the extra mile and showed an awesome team spirit.

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Changing of the guard u by Joanne Speechly

Dargaville’s new Rotary Club president, Brian Burnett, is hoping to build on the club’s past successes during his time in office.

“The community has benefited hugely from Rotary projects over the years and I want to maintain and build on our profile as a successful club with 76 years of community service,” says Brian.

“The strength of our youth programme is a good example of this, and we are presently hosting an international exchange student from Finland, Heidi Virtanen.

“Our other youth initiatives include Rotary’s Australia New Zealand threemonth student exchange, RYDA youth driving academy, RYLA youth leadership programme and summer science school, from which we’ve had some major successes.” Brian says the club will continue to support Rotary’s major

international project, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative. “‘We are nearly there’ is the term so often quoted and we are so close to eradicating polio from the world.

We can’t let it go at this stage.

I also have a target to increase our membership this year. We increased our numbers last year, so now I am personally inviting new members to come and join us.”

Dargaville Rotary Club’s next major fundraising initiative is the distribution of telephone directories “we’ll be covering many hundreds of kilometres both on foot and in vehicles” — followed by the annual christmas raffle and the Field Days next year. The club meets weekly at the Lion’s centre. ¢

p The Rotary Club of Dargaville’s past president Margaret Bishop congratulates new president Brian Burnett

Veterans remembered Solid Gold Saturday mornings u by Andy Bryenton

u by Joanne Speechly

This week marks the 100th anniversary of World War One.

Big River FM has introduced a new Saturday morning lineup, featuring fresh talent and hits from the 60s through to the 90s.

Yet despite the immense changes this global conflict wrought in New Zealand’s national psyche, very few people actually know the details of their own ancestors’ service record in the ‘war to end all wars’.

The Northern Wairoa branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists is set to change this fact, though, with a day commemorating the role which Kaipara locals played in the First World War. On the 16th of August they invite the people of Dargaville to come and investigate the past with them, at a special ‘Soldiers’

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All it takes is the name of a father, grandfather, great-grandfather or other relative who served with the New Zealand army between 1914 to 1918. Full military records are available, documenting where your ancestors were posted, who fought side by side with them, and, in the sad case of those who fell, even details of their current resting place. It’s a fascinating look back, and a great way to educate a new generation about their own family history, tied into the history of New Zealand and the world.

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Announcers Jason Hutchinson and Craig Bain will host the four hour show from 6am on alternate weeks, each bringing with them a wealth of experience and local know-how.

Jason is a familiar face — and voice — to many in Dargaville, from his days as an announcer on KCC FM and local courier driver. He also managed Big River FM’s affiliate station, Cool FM. Craig has a great deal of broadcasting experience, both on air and behind the scenes, and previously worked for one of New Zealand’s few independent radio companies, Radio Bay of Plenty Limited.

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Young Nico and Concert raises his adventurous times money for defibrillator

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Nico Zwaans has a sense of adventure.

A defibrillator for Paparoa is now closer, thanks to a fundraising concert at Paparoa hall on July 27.

p Music makers packed the Paparoa Hall to raise funds

The Te Kopuru 12-year-old is fulfilling his adventurous spirit in Operation Hero, a 10-part series that screens every Saturday morning on TV2.

Nico and five other youngsters from around the country participate in a series of challenges based around the exploits of real-life heroes whose deeds have saved lives.

Nico was one of 200 teens from around the country who auditioned for the programme. “I had to make a video all about myself.”

He says his background growing up on his parent’s farm made him an ideal candidate. “I love physical and mental challenges. I get the cows, ride motorbikes and feed the horses.”

The series was filmed in March.

Nico spent three weeks in Auckland, Palmerston north and Waiouru. “I got to meet cool, neat people and do amazing challenges.” In one of the latest programmes Nico and his team mates

were put in a navy inflatable rescue boat where they had to use GPS to find their way to a beach. On the beach were three dummies weighing 30kg, 20kg and 10kg respectively. They had to drag them along the beach and then up a steep hill.

That was followed by another challenge that involved carrying a 50kg stretcher and finding clues at the end of a flying fox, at the top of a vertical wall and after crawling under metres of barbed wire.

Nico says although the challenges were tough, they were achievable. “I felt good with everything I did. It wasn’t too challenging.”

He enjoys watching himself on TV. “It’s pretty cool. My friends say it’s really good and the things I do are amazing.”

Nico is in his last year at Te Kopuru School. Next year he will be going to Dargaville High School. “I’d like to pursue a career in acting and TV.” ¢

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to its target of $3000, including a donation from the Dargaville Masonic Lodge.

She says the event was made possible by the support of sponsors including The Kaipara Lifestyler, Cams Autos Paparoa, Anzac Theatre Dargaville, Gas Paparoa, Paparoa Cruiser Bar and Grill, L’Art de Beauty and Spa, Paparoa Village Café and Kebabs, Skelton’s Drapery and the Maungaturoto Money Exchange.

Mrs Duffy says the performers deserve thanks for their time and for supplying equipment to help make a successful day. ¢

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Organiser Sharon Duffy from Matakohe Music Makers was delighted with the turnout and the impetus it has given to the defibrillator project. “The concert was very successful, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.”

Among those who performed for the audience of about 70 where Allan and Pat Mortensen, the Eccentric Ukelele Orchestra, and the Kaipara Cruiser Band.

Mrs Duffy says the afternoon event raised $500, including a $100 topup from Matakohe Music Makers.

The defibrillator fund is now halfway

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When Toyota announced a ‘junior’ addition to their popular Land Cruiser-dominated 4x4 family in 1995, it was no surprise that it became an instant hit.

The RAV4 offered maximum thrills for a very tidy price, packing it all into a neat little design that is instantly recognisable all over New Zealand today.

So the fourth generation RAV4 has big boots to fill. Figuratively of course — because it is larger than the 1995 iteration in all the ways that count.

More powerful, more roomy, and thanks to some tech wizardry, incredibly economical for a vehicle this size.

The whole family can be packed up and whisked away to the beach or the snow in comfort, while a modern 2.5 petrol inline 4 or a 2.2 diesel does the hard work.

But that’s not the surprising thing about the RAV4’s fourth generation.

We were already confident that Toyota (who have been on a roll recently, with

the FJ Cruiser and the 86) would produce a thoroughly practical machine for the adventurous Kiwi family. What came as a nice surprise was just how this 2130 kilogram vehicle handles.

That’s no lightweight.

But to give you some idea of how the new RAV4 feels in the corners, I had arrived at the dealership in a much earlier Toyota — the 1987 MR2-S. This thing has a chassis designed by Lotus and weighs less than a paper bag.

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New Jazz hits a high note u by Andy Bryenton

The opening shots may have already been heard in the battle for frugal, fun motoring, but the latest vehicle to join the fray has upped the ante yet again.

Honda’s new Jazz RS boasts a tiny 5.4 litres per 100k’s, but a mixture of clever layout and ultramodern engine technology give it more zest than one would expect from a 1.5 four door family hatch.

The first thing you notice (aside from the bold, EuroCivic-like styling of the new Jazz and its range of vivid paint choices) is the silence, however. The Jazz glides about town with no discernible sound of gear changes, no fuss from under the hood — in fact, it sometimes takes a look at the dash to register just how fast you’re going. It’s also quiet enough that the engine shutdown feature (which stops the motor when you’re at the lights, for example) seems nicely unobtrusive.

But what was most impressive to note was the sheer level of space afforded by this little car.

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boxes, perhaps the size of two large appliances. Every last one of them fits into the car without contorting the driver into a pretzel. Honda call it the magic seat system, and it really does feel like sorcery.

Better yet, this is no dull people carrier, getting by on economy and roominess. The Jazz feels balanced and willing, more than making up for the lack

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Forget Master Chef and Hell’s Kitchen — the toughest culinary contest in New Zealand has to be the Bakels Supreme Pie award, hotly contested each year by our best bakers.

Ranked 6th among NZ’s top 10 pies 2014.

This year Corina and her team at Real Town Pies have defeated a host of top pie-makers to have their filet mignon pie ranked 6th in the nation — a stunning achievement for a small-town bakehouse in Maungaturoto. This marks the second time that a Real Town creation has been ranked in New Zealand’s top ten pies — and a great reason to try the taste which had the judges salivating for more!

The New Zealand Bakels Supreme Pie Award is a yearly contest which pits top bakers from around the nation against each other in a culinary contest

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of epic proportions. This year pastry professionals competed in categories such as ‘best steak and cheese’, ‘best bacon and egg’, ‘gourmet meat pie’ and more. Corina placed highly in the extremely challenging ‘open’ section of the competition, the ‘Cafe / Boutique’ section, open to a huge range of chefs from top cafes and restaurants. For the record, this year’s top steak and cheese pie (the Kiwi classic) went to the Paetiki bakery in Taupo. Both they and Real Town Pies are sure to be busy following their win! ¢

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Dargaville’s Anzac Theatre in conjunction with the Kaipara Lifestyler have a family movie pass to give away this week — bring along the kids, the grandparents — you decide!

All you have to do to enter is answer these three easy questions, and email the answer to comp@nsmm.co.nz.

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Yearly hunt a community affair

New cafe gallery for Wellsford

u by Andy Bryenton

u by Joanne Speechly

Delicious roast pork is on the menu this month as keen hunters head for the hills, taking part in the Aratapu Tavern’s 8th annual wild boar hunt.

The new name in dining, DONNA, has a strong focus on keeping things local.

The Rodney Street, Wellsford, cafe gallery features a menu brimming with produce from nearby gardens, farms and kitchens and a dedicated space has been set aside to display local art works and clothing by local designers.

The recently renovated 1950s building has a home away from home charm, with its timber floors, whitewashed walls and retro furniture.

Kiwi classics, with a healthy twist, grace the menu and alongside the cooked breakfasts, burgers and mussel chowder, patrons will find a tempting range of fresh salads and sandwiches, with both dine-in

and takeaway options. Whangaripo Buffalo meat and cheeses, handmade Salumeria Fontana sausages, Windfall Farm preserves, Bonjour Patisserie pastries and Matakana Coffee Roasters Fairtrade organic coffee are some of the local items on the menu, as well as locally grown fruit and vegetables.

The shelves are also stocked with product for sale.

The cafe is open on Friday evenings and will feature guest chefs, each creating a threecourse set menu inspired by their individual backgrounds. ¢

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It’s a fitting event for the Kaipara tavern, who have thrown themselves wholeheartedly into the recent Monteith’s Wild Food Challenge, and who have hosted a similar hunt for nearly a decade. This year it’s all happening on the 29th–31st of August.

The action kicks off well before the hunters head out in search of their quarry. On Saturday the 30th the Aratapu will host the Liverpool Street Band, providing tuneful accompaniment to a night of prize giveaways and (of course) sizzling pork ribs hot off the grill.

A full set of new Bridgestone 4x4 tyres is just one of the many prizes on offer.

On the big day itself the top boarhunter will go home with 2014’s bragging rights, as well as a tidy winner’s purse. Kids are invited to get in the spirit of things by fishing up the heaviest eels, with prizes up for grabs. Hearty kai will be supplied as part of a fundraiser for Southern Netball, while the ladies of the local Lions club will be out in force

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• Pipe & Steel Supplies • LTNZ Approved Workshop • General, Agricultural & Structural Engineering • Mobile Welding Services • General Repairs & Maintenance • 2 Ton Gantry Crane • Plate Roller, Profile Cutter & Press Brake • de-CRAP-it®, Landplane®, Serious Incinerator® • Field Rollers, Water Carts • Kumara Gear

MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are your septic tank cleaning specialists in your district.

Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

Newman Engineering (2004) LTD

Call now for a free no obligation quote!

Phone: 09 423 7014 www.macjimray.co.nz

Ph 09 439 5065 Dargaville www.newmanengineering.co.nz

Northland Laser Drainage Ltd Neil Carter Trading as

CERTUS Financial Group Stuart Sterling

Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth) All Services & Maintenance Available

Mobile: Phone: Fax: Res: Email:

1279 S/H 14, MAUNGATAPERE

021 985 108 09 439 8651 09 439 6500 09 439 7425 stuart_sterling@amp.co.nz Representing

Poto St PO Box 300 Dargaville New Zealand

and other leading companies

EDWARD STONE

Tu Christey Massage Therapist

New and Old Floors Carpet and Vinyl Preparation Quality Solvent & Water based Coating

Diploma in Massage, MNZ Cert. in Fascial Fitness Trainer (FFA) Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho)

FLOORSANDING CO LTD

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

0274 914 091

or

09 436 3929

MARGARET & JOHN BISHOP

TE HANA TRACTORS GOOD OLD FASHIONED SERVICE

QFE Adviser

PO Box 1174, Whangarei Ph 09 434 7741 Mobile 027 273 6865

THE NZ

Specialists in Skin Health Skin Rejuvenation Permanent Hair Reduction Anti-aging Treatments All aspects of beauty therapy

Find us on facebook.com/estheticaskinrevision for exclusive offers and information

Floor Sanding • Floor restoration • New floors sanded

439 6880

8 Portland Street Dargaville

ph: 09 439 8696 | mob: 021 035 7373

Mobile 027 484 1823 • Fax 09 439 1320

C H A I N S AW S & M OW E R S

C H R I S H O U LT P H O T O G R A P H Y

Phone: (09) 439 6518 ~ Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: christeytu@hotmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

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New/Used Tractors Machinery • Repairs In House Engineer Mobile Service Comprehensive parts range

Authorised Agents for Landini, McCormick and Kioti tractors 308 SH1, Te Hana, Wellsford ∙ PH 09 423 8558 Kim Windlebourne 021 423 852

ARCHITECTURAL BUILDING PLANS AND DESIGNS WRIGHT DESIGN

QUALIFIED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNERS NZCAD, L.B.P. 117345

40+ years experience • All designs/plans council guaranteed FREE site/house visit • Plan printing available from A4 to A0 Ask Brian for your discount 360 Oneriri Road, Kaiwaka 0573 office 09 423 8092 or 09 431 2544 mobile 021 276 7389 email brianwright@clear.net.nz www.wrightdesign.co.nz

Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 12 August 2014 edition is 10am, Monday 11 August 2014.

See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Nurseries & Plants HERITAGE APPLE TREES on hardy rootstock, 50 varieties organically grown in Northland.

6 trees $150+ $20 courier, phone 09 408 5443 www.tastytrees.co.nz.

PLANTING TIME is here. Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd has a wide range of native and coastal tolerant plants at wholesale prices. The nursery is open Fridays and Saturdays 10am to 4pm and is situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. A delivery service is available, conditions apply. Enquires welcome phone 09 439 4223, email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz or go to www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz

Cars Wanted

WANTED

DEAD OR ALIVE

TOP CASH PAID!

TRUCKS, VANS & UTES

FREE REMOVAL

PHONE NOW

0800 442 445

Septic Tank Services

Septic Tank Services

CLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For Fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates in your area. Phone Macjimray 09 423 7014.

MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

SEPTIC TANK cleaning. For all your tank cleaning requirements phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLE Block owners, need your septic tank cleaned? Ph Magic Property Services Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

BOAT BUILDER – will look at repairs. Cabinetry, small building alterations and repairs, General Handyman.

Able to discuss ideas. Trained Teacher. Has HT & P endorsement. Reasonable rates. Paparoa based.

Phone Malcolm 022 310 2850.

Tradesman

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER August 05 - 2014

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Kaipara Lifestyler Classifieds

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 12 August 2014 edition is 10am, Monday 11 August 2014.

See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz Situations Vacant

live-in Caregivers Wanted Tlc4u2 prides itself on providing Tender Loving Care high quality live-in care to clients in our elderly community. In your own home Successful applicants will need: A passion for working with elderly people in the community to assist them to remain in their own homes. a full clean drivers licence and a reliable vehicle. the ability to work away from home for up to two weeks at a time. experience working in the aged care sector. We have positions available throughout northland. send Your Cv to anne@tlc4u2.co.nz or call Anne on 0275184375

Work Wanted

Tree Services

Public Notices

BUILDER — FENCES, decks, alterations & additions, retaining walls, maintenance etc. Jobs big and small.

Phone 09 431 3101 or 021 0257 6521.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

Qualified and insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663.

Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

Homekills Full service slaughtering & processing of Beef, Sheep, Pigs, Deer, Goats

All Beef aged Salami ~ Bacon ~ Ham ~ Sausages Hamburger Patties Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon, Ham & Salami Over 25 years experience For prompt & professional service contact Wayne or Annette Phone 09 439 2020 • Cell 021 401 934 ruawaihomekills@gmail.com Information Packs Available Covering the Kaipara and Whangarei Regions

ROOFING

Dargaville High School LIBRARIAN We wish to appoint an enthusiastic member of staff to cover the role of Librarian commencing the start of Term 1 2015. This role is for 32.5 hours per week during the school term time only.

Please send C.V. and cover letter to: Dargaville High School Plunket St, Dargaville or email: office@darghigh.school.nz Closing date: 31 August 2014

For repairs or replacements of your roof or spouting, Call us today for a free onsite consultation

 0800 326 123

Plumbing and Heating Centre 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

Ruawai

Veterinary Technician/Vet Nurse Our Ruawai clinic has a vacancy for a Vet Technician/Nurse.

This is a fixed term contract covering parental leave, Monday to Friday 8-5, but may include some Saturday and ‘on-call’ cover for weekends.

The position involves both large and small animal work including disbudding, vaccinating, anaesthetic monitoring, surgical preparation and general veterinarian support.

Preference would be given to those who are qualified and/or experienced.

Our ideal applicant is enthusiastic, self-motivated and organized, with great people skills and a high standard of work. Administration skills, computer literacy, on-farm experience and a good level of fitness are also important. A professional but fun sense of humour and a pro-active, positive attitude will mean you fit right in with our team.

Please forward your CV with a covering letter to andrea.dooley@thevetcentre.net.nz

Applications close: Friday 15th August 2014

Financial

Boost your bank balance.

Personal loans for almost any reason.

Fast & Simple loans up to $40,000

Get the money in your bank account today!

SPECIAL DEAL - First repayment FREE. Take out a new loan from Asset Finance in August and we will make your first loan payment for you!* *Conditions apply. **Loans over $1000 require security.

www.assetfinance.co.nz or call 0800 11 22 74

AAA+ PAINTER and wall papering specialist EXT&INT. Roof spraying and waterblasting. Ph John 09 439 5289 a/hrs or 022 642 1376, CRAWFORD SOLUTIONS.

FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service.

Advice and complete money management if required.

Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592.

ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628.

LEARN TO communicate with confidence.

Dargaville Toastmasters Club’s inaugural meeting.

21 August, 7pm, Commercial Hotel, Dargaville.

Contact Debbie on 021 0821 1637 or email debbieraphael@vodafone.net.nz

CHIMNEY CLEANING. Is your flue & firebox safe? I have seen some really dangerous ones. So for this season, for checks, cleans and repairs phone John CRAWFORD SOLUTIONS. A/h: 09 439 5289 Cell: 022 642 1376.

OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $408.25 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225..

Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

Sheep Shearing ANY SIZE flock. Top quality job, good rates. Phone Rob 027 209 0942.

Animal Accommodation MG BOARDING Kennels, Matakohe. All pets welcome.

Dogs $15/night. Cats $8/night. Phone Tom or Jenny 09 431 7368 or 027 285 8944.

Storage SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Also workshop space available, best rates guaranteed.

Phone 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage.co.nz

The Vet Centre,

Property Maintenance

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.30–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle, tea and coffee. Performers Tand audience welcome. Phone Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933.

Garage Sale SATURDAY 9TH August. Lots of stuff. St Andrew’s Church, corner of Parore St and Normanby Street.

Starts at 8.30am.

Public Notices

MATAKOHE SCHOOL Board of Trustees Declaration of Parent By-Election Results. At the close of nomination , as the number of valid nominations was equal to the number of vacancies required to be filled, I hereby declare the following duly elected: Sheppard, Wendy.

Signed Penny Weber Returning Officer.

Bathroom Design, fixtures & CeramiC tiles Plumbing & Heating Centre can help you design a bathroom that suits your needs and budget, supply bathroom fixtures and take care of installation & plumbing.

Kaipara

Community Health Trust

HEALTH SHUTTLE

For a free onsite consultation

Helping you get to health appointments in Whangarei.

Plumbing and Heating Centre 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

 0800 326 123

Northern Wairoa Community Trust

• Stump & Tree Removal • Driveway Prep & Regrading • Post Hole Borer

• Calf Shed & Stockyard Cleaning • Tip Truck Available • Trencher

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 Read the newspaper online Find Kaipara Lifestyler

www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz on Facebook

big big river river fm fm

AGM MondAy A Ay AuGust 11 at 7pm At the Lions Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville ALL WELCoME

Public Notices

HOSPICE SHOP LATE NIGHT THURSDAYS Starting 7th August 2014 When you make a purchase or donate quality goods to our Hospice Shop you are turning second goods into first class care.

Victoria St, Dargaville Ph: 09 439 0692

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

Agents for

Roper & Jones 3

39a Murdoch street

2

6

43 Plunket street

OPEN HOME FRIDAY 8TH AUGUST

2

2

$265,000

This is a great family home with easy walk to the senior schools and ideal for the family wanting space. Fully fenced back yard and oodles of parking. Super sized family home with living on both levels and this can be yours now. 260sqm of floor space.

$237,000 To view phone RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

MiChELLE ToMLinson 027 339 5937

4

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REDUCED $285,000

7 Wharf Road, Ruawai

3

1

2

$230,000

Open the treasure trove... — Huge lounge, free standing fireplace, coal range, large open kitchen dinning, private deck off kitchen, polished floors through out, 4 bedrooms, combined bathroom, double garage and workshop 10m x 7m approx.

Spacious, functional. A short stroll to town centre. $280,000.

RaChaEL dE VRiEs 021 943 900

246 Pahi Road, Paparoa

Step inside to be surprised at this renovated find. Rewired, reroofed, new plumbing in the kitchen and bathroom with gas hot water. A little yesterday, today and tomorrow. Large traditional separate living room features cedar panelling with polished floors. $230,000 MiChELLE ToMLinson 027 339 5937

5

2

4

Large family 190 m2 home set on 5.5 acres. Polished timber flooring. Great for extended family or work from home. Enjoy sunny north-facing spot. 144 m2 lockable garages and high stud shed. 3 paddocks grazing, small dam. Elevated rural views.

40 mins on tarseal to Whangarei. Two entrances off road. $339,000 REF RJS1563 Rhoda MoRRison 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

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This large villa features 3 double bedrooms, separate kitchen, spacious combined dining/lounge & a HRV system. Also has a double garage plus an additional single with high stud & a private tiled patio area for all your entertaining or relaxation. Walking distance to town centre and schools. $210,000 CRaiG CLEMEnT 021 461 668

101B Bee Bush Road

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3

Large 4 bedroom home on 11 acres (approx.) features a spacious separate lounge, open plan kitchen/dining & modern bathroom. There is 3 car garaging, huge 16x8m shed/workshop plus a calf rearing shed. This property is ready to go as the cows, sheep and chooks stay too! $340,000 CRaiG CLEMEnT 021 461 668

your

stuff

Mangatu Road

Situated 45km North of Dargaville in Tutamoe. This high production, 320 cow farm, offers 222ha more or less. 32 ASHB, with cup removers, 2x 48 metre herd homes, 200 calf rearing shed, 2x implement barns, 2x dwellings plus more For information pack call sELMa PETERs 021 828 402 or 0800 311 322

HOUSES FOR RENT

Go to www.roperandjones.co.nz or visit us at our Dargaville or Maungaturoto offices to view or apply We put you first

72 hurndall street, Maungaturoto

429 Gibbons Road, Kaiwaka

OPEN HOME

NEW SOLE LISTING

Solid Family Home – Open home 9th August 1:30 to 2:30pm Immaculately presented 3 bedroom brick home with 2 bathrooms. Kitchen boasts two ovens, dishwasher and plenty of storage. Free standing fire place. Lounge opens onto patio. Fully fenced 844m2 section. Single garage and off street parking. Walk to the shops, school, cafes, medical centre and park. shEiLa Boon 027 498 5651

NEW

Triple Mix

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Licensed under REAA 2008

PRO

DUC

Energy Drench for Dairy Cows

Next Generation Starter Drench Contains Calcium Propionate and LECITHIN for sustained energy Contains 3 forms of calcium - propionate, chloride, carbonate LECITHIN helps to improve mobilisation of fat reserves and improves digestibility of fats Also contains magnesium, and is free flowing and palatable Available in 1L, 20L, 60L, 200L

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Come and join the country lifestyle. Sunny 4 bedroom home with double garage and workshop, all set on approx. 1.1186ha of good pasture, fully fenced. Plenty of room for a pony and pets. Handy to Kaiwaka, close to schools, shops, pony club. & Mangawhai Beach. $395,000 GaRy MoRRis 021 902 087

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

roperandjones.co.nz

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NEW LISTING

REDUCED

2715 Paparoa-oakleigh Road

Waterfront Pahi Peninsula – Two Titles Total approx. 22.9ha (56 acres), gentle rolling contour, excellent fencing, dams, limestone quarry, native bush, stunning harbour views from potential building sites. Power to woolshed, water tank, cattle yards and loading ramp. $455,000 +GsT REf RJRU1581 Rhoda MoRRison 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912

3

NEW LISTING

Relax & enjoy life – Open Home Fri 8th August 12pm to 1pm 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms incl. ensuite, open plan living, well appointed kitchen, Hardiplank weatherboard, double glazed aluminium joinery, fully insulated, 674sqm easy care section.

180 Victoria street

6 Plunket street

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