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New wheels for community patrol  by Andy Bryenton

The Dargaville-based Northern Wairoa Community Patrol has received a fully-equipped patrol vehicle just in time for Christmas.

Lakes gear up for record summer

This week, the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee will meet at Kai Iwi Lakes to plan for a very busy …

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Music spans history and cultures

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Seeds of opportunity Since the creation of Whakatō te Kākano, founder Sam Nathan-Bailey continues to help youth discover their potential …

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“This marks a significant milestone for community safety in the region,” says community patrol spokeswoman Rose Dixon.

The new patrol vehicle was acquired for $10,000, far below its cost price. It’s a Ford EcoSport SUV, and it’s already been finished in the bright livery of Community Patrols New Zealand to serve as a visible deterrent to criminal activity, while providing reassurance to local residents.

“Having a patrol car means we can begin operations immediately, which is exactly what our community needs right

now,” says Rose. “This development comes at a crucial time, following recent incidents of ram raids, car thefts and burglaries in the area.”

Dargaville’s patrol initiative has received vital support from Community Patrols of NZ, which provided essential bridging finance to secure the vehicle.

Chairman Chris Lawton’s backing has been particularly instrumental in getting the patrol operational.

While the patrol car is now ready for service, fundraising efforts continue. A recent raffle is planned to be the first

of many ideas to boost the Dargaville patrol’s finances.

“We secured bridging finance to take advantage of this exceptional opportunity,” Rose says. “We’re now actively seeking funding to purchase the vehicle outright.”

The patrol team looks forward to beginning their important work protecting and serving the community in Dargaville and its surrounding districts on the west coast. Their role is to observe, be visible and report to police, following a method that has proven very successful in other New Zealand towns. 

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 Kevin Friedrich playing the world’s oldest functional accordion. This tiny instrument is one of the earliest ever produced, closely following the patent for the invention of the modern accordion.

Kevin played this musical treasure as part of last week’s Dargaville Museum music wing opening celebrations.

Lakes gear up for record summer  by Andy Bryenton

This week, the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee will meet at Kai Iwi Lakes to plan for a very busy tourist season, as guest numbers for October point to a successful summer.

There were close to 200 more guests this October than at the same time last year, making for numbers not seen since the Covid-19 lockdown shut New Zealand borders in 2020. Last summer season’s busy months of December, January and February saw 14,536 campers taking advantage of the sun and sand at Promenade Point and  Swimming, sailing and camping are just some of the activities more than 14,000 visitors to Kai Iwi Lakes enjoyed last year Pine Beach, 2,199 more than experience and design, attracting fewer the previous year.

Tourist advisory groups are already people. In the peak season we provide predicting an increase in domestic additional portaloos. However, there is tourism for the summer season, as also a requirement for hand basins with financial factors incentivise Kiwi families a hot water supply to meet compliance,” to holiday closer to home. To make sure said KDC parks and open spaces team that thousands of campers and even manager Mary Manuel in her latest report more one-day holidaymakers enjoy the to the committee.

Signage for the safety of the Kai Iwi Lakes without damaging the environment, measures are being taken environment has been revitalised and made very visible, with an emphasis before the season ramps up.

It is indicated that this will include on an open fire ban, a dog and pet-free upgrades and construction, with a zone to protect wildlife, and the banning necessary build planned for Pine Beach. of vehicles from driving on the lakefront “The Promenade Point campground sand. Bollards are planned to ensure that has a more remote or natural camping this cannot happen. 

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New lease for lifesavers  by Andy Bryenton

Progress is being made toward a new and revitalised base for Mangawhai surf lifesavers, with the Kaipara District Council voting to give the group a fresh five-year lease.

A substantial landslide caused by the extreme weather events in early 2023, rendered the surf lifesavers’ base at Mangawhai Heads inoperable.

An 18-month delay in repairing this damage led to repeated petitions to the KDC for assistance, and a period during which  Mangawhai’s surf lifesavers have a new lease, and plans to reestablish their vital base and clubrooms rescues have been undertaken from temporary facilities. KDC infrastructure strategic planner The Kaipara District Council and Mark Schreurs.

Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard The surf lifesaving club’s formal lease Service signed a works agreement expired two years before the Northland after July’s council meeting, as Anniversary Weekend storms, which public consultation on a wider plan critically damaged their building. Since for the Mangawhai Heads reserve 2021, the club has been operating on a got underway. Now the mayor and roll over basis. A vote of the council this councillors have taken another step week resolved to grant a lease for roughly toward establishing a new surf rescue the same area currently occupied by the base, granting a five-year lease with clubhouse and operations base. options to renew.

Due to the public being mandated “This is intended to be an interim to have its say on the granting of such measure while the club repairs its a lease, consultation on this topic will existing clubrooms and operations be rolled into wider public input on base and plans for the redevelopment the redesign of the Mangawhai Heads of the site, including the construction reserve, accessible through the KDC of a next-generation facility,” said website at kaipara.govt.nz. 

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Norfolk Court Home & Hospital residents and staff have been busy harvesting joy to share with the community this December.

Residents have been decorating the inside of the rest home, while in Christmas spirit the Brence family has been adorning the outdoor area. The festive display can be seen at 68 Normanby Street, Dargaville.

“Myself, my mum Lidija and my brother, Gregor, did the outdoor features, and want the community to come up so we can enjoy Christmas with everyone,” said operations manager Zan Brence.

Zan says his mother is the  Zan and Lidija Brence decorated the outside of the care facility for everybody to enjoy this Christmas definition of the Christmas spirit. The facility has added four new features also organising carol singers to perform to its display, so repeat attendees to previous there closer to Christmastime, and will years are in for a surprise with Mickey and update people on Facebook. other structures.

While the facility enjoys spreading “The residents love the decorations because seasonal joy, Zan and Lidija also want to it brings them joy and brings family together, continue providing care for the community. and they enjoy looking at the decorations with “If anyone needs any help with their family and grandchildren.” assistance regarding deteriorating elderly People are welcome to view the festivities or if they need some extra support, we are and take some photos, and are asked to here to help. Even if they are not admitted remain respectful by keeping the noise down here, we are happy to help explain to if visiting later in the evening. The facility is people how to navigate things.” 

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The Department of Conservation is seeking public consultation on proposals to change the way it operates some of its most popular sites, making access to natural wonders user-pays.

The major changes DOC wants feedback on are predominantly commercial, and involve reducing red tape for eco-tourism ventures, maximising benefits from commercial activities on conservation land, making it easier for DOC to perform land exchanges or disposals. One issue that has sparked debate is the proposal to introduce charges to access some conservation areas, possibly even for New Zealand citizens.

“Access fees are widely used internationally to help maintain popular sites sustainably including by our closest neighbour, Australia,” says Conservation Minister Tama Potaka. “This could provide us with a valuable tool for securing pūtea (monies) for conservation and infrastructure in areas experiencing high visitor demand.”

Parking charges to visit Punakāiki,  Conservation Minister Tama Potaka seeks feedback on proposals that include charging people to visit Fox Glacier and Aoraki Mount Cook sites of natural beauty are already being trialled this year.

If tourism-intensive areas are to be could raise up to $70 million each year monetised, it’s possible that access to for conservation.

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Music spans history and cultures

Dargaville’s lifesaving enterprise

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 by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville Museum now includes one of the most comprehensive collections of accordions in the world, following the gala opening of a new wing last week.

Serum produced in Dargaville has gone on to help create medicines that have saved 20 million human lives.

C entred around Ke v i n Fr i e d r i c h’ s personal collection of the instrument to which he’s dedicated his musical career, the new museum expansion also charts the rich musical history of Dargaville and the west Kaipara. Officially opening the new  Kevil Friedrich (top left) and an orchestra of New Zealand’s foremost accordionists joined forces to celebrate a memorable new chapter in wing was a milestone the history of the Dargaville Museum c e l e b r a te d , qu i te fittingly, with music and song.

“The thing about music is this: it brings “This exhibition shares the rich musical people together and unites cultures,” said heritage of Kaipara, which has been mayor Jepson. enjoyed for generations,” said Kevin, “This achievement is a credit to the who opened proceedings along with an passion and to the history of the local orchestra of accordionists, leading guests community,” said Mr McCallum. in the national anthem.

“Congratulations. This is a very The occasion featured several keynote comprehensive exhibition with many speakers, including international unique and interesting instruments,” visitors Mirco Patarini, president of said Mr Patarini. He not only leads the the Confederation Internationale des international accordionist’s association, Accordeonistes, and Li Cong and CongYu but is also involved in the traditional craft (Crystal) Wang of the Chinese Musicians of building the instruments in Italy.

Association and Shanghai Accordion The delegates from the Chinese Association. Mayor Craig Jepson and Musicians Association and Shanghai local MP Grant McCallum also addressed Accordion Association spoke eloquently the crowd that had come to witness on the theme the mayor had advanced: the opening of the museum’s latest that music is a bridge between cultures historic attraction. and transcends language. 

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Pristine Biologicals, situated near the Silver Fern Farms site in Tuna Street, Dargaville, manufactures the raw ingredients used to make medicine for both humans and animals, under the control of an Indian parent company.

Last week, directors of this firm and delegates from the National Dairy Development Board of India, many of them highly qualified  The directors of Pristine Biologicals and members of the National Dairy Development Board of India met doctors, came to Dargaville to host in Dargaville last week a board meeting, and talk about expansion plans. in medical applications, where it’s a “We started this enterprise in vital component.

2014 to provide the raw materials to It’s the estimate of Dr Kumar that not make medicines,” said Dr K Anand only have millions of lives been saved Kumar, speaking on behalf of the using the serums made at Pristine Indian delegation.

Biologicals in Dargaville, more than “New Zealand produces some 300 million cattle have also been cured of the best serum in the world, and of illnesses, a victory in the search for we use it for both animal medicine food security. production and medicine for humans.

The group of board members and We are looking at ways in which we doctors from India arrived to be welcomed can expand.” with a traditional karakia and blessing, The serum is a by-product of the waiata and speeches of appreciation. blood produced by Silver Fern Farms in Though their visit was brief, the impact its meat processing operations. Using of increased production in Dargaville state-of-the-art laboratory technology, may have a significant impact in the fight it can be separated, purified and used against disease. 

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Kaipara project’s international accolade  by Paul Campbell

New Zealand’s largest harbour restoration programme has been nominated for the 2025 international Earthshot Prize, launched by HRH Prince William, to search for solutions to environmental challenges.

Kaipara Moana Remediation has also been named as a national finalist in the 2024 Sustainable Business Awards, and on the Next 95 list by the Sustainable Business Network. KMR CEO Justine Daw says she is “immensely humbled” that she and the team have been selected.

Every year, the winners with the best chance of helping achieve the identified Earthshots are awarded funding, with all  A KMR field trip: Northland MP Grant McCallum, second from left, with Justine Daw and Kōkopu beef farmer Rob Pye (centre) finalists receiving tailored support from a global alliance of partners.

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Seeds of opportunity  by Amy Fifita

Since the creation of Whakatō te Kākano, founder Sam Nathan-Bailey continues to help youth discover their potential.

Af ter creating Whakatō te Kākano in July last year, Sam runs a youth programme at Kai Iwi Lakes on the last weekend of each month. With repeat attendees, youth go to the programme for fun and personal growth.

“We focus on  Youth of various ages engaged in cultural and outdoor activities at the monthly Whakatō te Kākano camp creating positive spaces for our tamariki and whānau other and, sometimes, the children while trying to induce as much te ao become teachers, too,” said Mr Hita.

Māori concepts as possible,” said Mr “It is good knowledge to learn how Nathan-Bailey. to interact with each other as people, “Whakatō te Kākano means to plant and to get children to learn about their the seed. Our whaakaro is to show culture and where they come from. I youth that they are the seed and have recommend this programme for any the potential to do what they aspire child and parents. to do.”

“It creates a foundation for Youth engage in cultural activities themselves as they grow up. I and other things like sailing and recommend it to anyone, it helps waka ama. Since the beginning, Jess me and the children to connect with Hita has supported and helped Sam people, themselves and their iwi.” wherever necessary.

A parent must accompany children “I love seeing children want to learn under seven. For more information, and put in the effort, so we can let them contact Sam through the Whakatō te be responsible. We learn from each Kākano Facebook page. 

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History, family — celebration

Extra relief for Dargaville footpaths

 by Amy Fifita

 by Andy Bryenton

The Wellsford Drama Club is on the scout for thespians in its next production, A Pig Full of Surprise.

A fiscal overhang, resulting from an inflated prediction of central government roading funding has provided an opportunity for councillors to target funds for much-needed repairs.

Playwright Russell Armitage approached the club with his script, offering it as part of the upcoming Albertland anniversary.

The club is seeking three female and four male actors for the play.

“Russell Armitage wrote this play based on real events as much as could have been reported in the newspapers and journals of the time,” said treasurer Rachel Ravenscroft.

“It covers the history of the  The Wellsford Drama Club previously honoured area with little things that the Albertland heritage with Keep Thy First Wife cast (front) Kirsty King-Turner, (rear from left) Diane Albertlanders had to endure in Greenwood, Alan Bainbridge, Zachary Skelling and their day-to-day life and their Ella Brunton relationship with the local Māori.”

The play celebrates the Albertlanders to express their interest, whether and offers an opportunity to reflect on experienced or wanting to give it a go. family history.

“We are known for having first-time “There will be some families that actors on stage because if they want to people will recognise, and people that try acting, they get coached through it. live in the area have descended from We are looking to do two shows.” those families. I am hoping people will Two shows are planned, one at the view this performance as more than Wharehine Hall and a matinee with going to a play.” high tea. To express your interest The club recently held an audition contact wellsforddrama@gmail.com call but is now open for more people or call Rachel on 027 529 8230. 

As well as committing more than $2.5 million to specific road repairs across the district, elected members and the mayor voted to allocate funds to remediating the Cove Road underslip, which has damaged the road. It also includes a footpath joining the Kaiwaka pedestrian bridges, $2 million on district-wide  As a roading budget surplus was carved up among worthy projects last week, Dargaville received an unexpected boost for road drainage and footpath footpath repairs repairs, $150,000 toward road safety education, and $2.7 million for the through, we may have congestion issues completion of the Wood Street, Mangawhai in Dargaville with bicycles.” rebuild project.

Councillor Lambeth’s last comment may A surprise addition at last week’s council have been light-hearted, but the tourism meeting was the allocation of $550,000 potential of the trail has been highlighted for the repair of Dargaville’s footpaths, put by his peers, including local MP Grant forward by local councillor Gordon Lambeth. McCallum. On the topic of the roading “My intention in this is to make sure budget apportionment, other councillors that Dargaville is not overlooked,” said were more critical. councillor Lambeth, who was seconded in Ash Nayyar opined that all the extra his motion by deputy mayor Larsen. roading funds should have been put “I would have loved this to go entirely to toward reducing rates for citizens, while the Kaihũ Valley Trail,” said Mr Lambeth. Pera Paniora called the overall decision “We will continue to lobby the central an ‘unfair and unequitable’ one, favouring government for the trail. When it goes the east coast and neglecting the west. 

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 by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara Heritage Machinery open day brought big diesels, vintage tractors and even Dargaville’s old classic fire engine roaring to life last weekend, filling the Harding Park hilltop with the sounds, sights and smells of hard-working machines.

 Actual horse power went right alongside mechanical horsepower, with rides for youngsters on offer amid the rows of gleaming classic cars, trucks and tractors

 This Clydesdale truck is more than a century old, and once worked hard to establish the rich farmlands around Dargaville — note the Avoca personalised number plate

 Dargaville’s firefighters between two iconic trucks: to the left sits a classic appliance, which served in the 1980s, while to the right is their modern-day firefighting vehicle

 Despite being a vintage example of farming technology with a design from the 1940s, this tractor was fired up and ready, restored to perfection for the Heritage Machinery Club’s collection

 There was plenty to see indoors, as well as out, with vintage motorbikes, farming machinery and a fully operational milking shed some of the highlights of the collection

 A true monster of industry, this massive Caterpillar bulldozer is so big that a small petrol engine is needed to turn over its immense diesel — its blade is as wide as four modern utes

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Fun for family festivities  by Amy Fifita

The churches of Dargaville have united to put on Christmas in the Gardens, and are inviting families to have a good night out.

Northland Field Days organisers have plans to entertain more than 20,000 visitors with some high-octane new attractions.

“We have planned a new 4x4 and outdoor zone, with boats, hunting, fishing, camping, four-wheel-driving and off-road motorbikes,” says event organiser Luciana Schwarz. “We’re also going to bring together in one place all the information people need to safely enjoy the great outdoors.”

Luciana and her team of event planners have also added three new motorsport-themed events to the field days’ calendar, giving patrons more to  Off-road bikes, utes, SUVs and other outdoor adventure machines are coming to Northland see for their ticket price.

Field Days The first is the addition of motocross dirt drags, a fast-paced contest of high- big money on making their creations powered off-road bikes, which will take impressive, and this showcase promises place right next to the already-popular to be spectacular. lawnmower racing and just down the field Finally, planning is well underway for from the tractor pull. Here, customised a whole new attraction: a double offmotocross machines will try to hit top road track for a 4x4 competition hosted speed on a dirt surface, in a test of power by the Kauri Coast’s local off-road club.

The custom-built track, with its deep pits as well as the courage of their riders.

The second is an off-road vehicle and steep slopes, will be built so that show and shine: a display of the best two contestants can put their machines customised 4x4 machines in the north. to the test at the same time in a timed Owners of these SUVs and utes spend trial of toughness. 

 Crowds gathered to enjoy performances and food at the last Christmas in the Gardens event

Beginning in 2007, Warn from the Dargaville Baptist Church had a vision to showcase the meaning of Christmas and started Christmas in the Gardens.

Once again, the event is at the Taha Awa Riverside Gardens on Saturday, December 7, with performances beginning at 5.30pm and food stalls available from 5pm.

“We have started half an hour earlier to cater to young families. There are more food stalls this year and various group and solo performances, and Christmas carols at the end for everyone to join in,” said coordinator Pauline Taylor.

Pauline has been part of the organising since the event began,

and this year will mark the 18th event of bringing the community together to celebrate the season.

There will be performers for Dargaville High School, Dargaville Primary School and dance groups. For the children, there is an angel and shepherd dress-up competition and a blessing tent with free gifts. There will also be a prayer tent.

“Bring your picnic blanket and chairs, and come and enjoy our lovely Taha Awa Riverside Gardens, and relax with family and friends.”

The food is put on by the Dargaville churches to help cover the cost of the sound equipment, and people are asked to provide a koha at the gate. 

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Share the cheer  by Amy Fifita

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The gift of community  by Amy Fifita

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Not a stranger to helping those in need, Petrina is hosting a seasonal celebration in Whangārei, on December 20 at 5pm, and then Dargaville on Christmas Day. Last year, the church drew the community together with the likes of the Dargaville Lions Club, Justice of the Peace Association, Man Up and Legacy programmes and Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson.

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Check for leaks, make sure taps aren’t dripping, and check your pipes are still in good condition. Dry soil and ground conditions can put pressure on ageing pipes and cause them to crack and leak. A telltale sign of cracked or leaking pipes are large spots of lush green grass. If you spot a water leak in a public place, give us a call on 0800 727 059.

Are you on tank water? Keep an eye on your water tank levels and think about booking in water deliveries while the water supply is still reliable. Later in the season it can be difficult to book water carriers and your water may cost more.

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The project to construct a new floodgate at Canal G in Te Kowhai is being managed by our project team fully funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) through the Infrastructure Reference Group (IRG).

The new floodgate – to be completed in February – will protect valuable horticultural land and State Highway 12. It will also minimise the need to raise 30km of stopbanks alongside the canal.

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A community connected  by Andy Bryenton

Mangawhai is now one town, with the heads and village precincts connected at last by a $13 million shared path.

Prior to the cycle and walking track’s completion, locals described the muddy, narrow track that connected the town together as a ‘goat track’. Now, it is a modern series of boardwalks, bridges and wide flat concrete paths linking Wood Street and Moir Street with the new Mangawhai Central development, supermarket, parks and civic amenities.

“This is a great day for Mangawhai and Kaipara,” said mayor Craig Jepson, who cut the ribbon to the applause of a crowd of locals.

“This final phase of three phases at last connects the heads to the village, unifying Mangawhai. I have been watching closely during construction as I live just up the road, and it has gone very successfully.

The quality of the work is excellent. I’m a concrete layer from back in the old days, and I know what I’m looking at.”

Deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen recounted how he had begun working toward a shared path to connect the town together, eight years ago.

“This $13 million project was initially made possible with $2.4

 Mayor Jepson and deputy mayor Larsen declared the Mangawhai Shared Path officially open at a morning event last Tuesday

million from Shane Jones’ Provincial Growth Fund,” said Mr Larsen. “Former councillor Peter Wethey should also be acknowledged for his hard work in making this happen.”

“For this community, the words on time and on budget are very important,” said Mr Wethey, who was present to see the shared path reach fruition under just those conditions.

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Following the ribbon cutting, cyclists and walkers were seen in large numbers trying out the new shared path, taking advantage of the good weather to make the journey from the shopping precincts to the park, estuary or Mangawhai Activity Zone. Mr Jepson opined that there will be benefits to the community not just because of ease of mobility, but in exercise and health as well. 

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Community involvement drives progress

Documenting the mangrove debate

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 by Andy Bryenton

The Piroa Conservation Trust (PCT) and The Shorebirds Trust’s (TST) rangatahi pilot programme visited Mangawhai Natives, so students could learn about the importance of horticulture.

A recent documentary by filmmaker Andy Bruce takes a deeper look at Mangawhai’s mangroves, and the relationship between these shoreline trees, human beings and the harbour ecosystem.

It was the second-to-last excursion of the year, and youth previously learned about predator control, biodiversity, forests, species, monitoring, waterways, native plants, revegetation and estuaries.

“The programme has been very successful, with parents loving it and children becoming more involved in post-project initiatives,” said PCT’s Adele “Most of them now own a trap line that they run at home or for the community, and some are looking to volunteer at our plant nursery during  Youth learned about collecting and laying seeds and potted plants at the Mangawhai the holidays.”

Natives nursery The PCT and TST help guide community conservation efforts in is a huge benefit to the area, the the Piroa and Brynderwyn areas. This environment and these children.”

Children collected and learned project encourages and teaches youth for the future, and brings the community how to lay seeds, pot seedlings, plant together by reaching out to businesses and other nursery activities. With a successful pilot almost complete, like Mangawhai Natives.

“I enjoyed seeing the passion on the the programme is already full for next children’s faces and the excitement year. To sponsor or donate to the for what is to come,” said Mangawhai programme, contact the PCT at info@ piroaconservation.org.nz.

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“Conservation is not going to “Youth wanted to know career paths for horticulture and ecology. This programme be successful without community involvement. The more people who can help, the greater progress we can make in protecting our environment,” said Adele. 

The documentary features interviews with local residents, some of whom recall floundering and swimming in areas now occupied by mangrove trees.

“I spent some time looking at White’s Aviation photos, which are the earliest reliable aerial record, taken in the late 40s and 50s, and there’s no real evidence of mangroves in Mangawhai at  Some see them as natural erosion protection and a haven for marine life, others as an invasive pest; mangroves are at the core of a local a l l ,” s a y s n o w debate discussed in a new documentary retired development planning consultant Phil McDermott, a of a living ecosystem. There are also those documentary interviewee. who believe that the mangroves should Many others interviewed for the be removed, restoring the harbourside documentary agreed, with some opining environment to a state that existed before that the construction of the bridge and the middle of the twentieth century.

Another interviewee, local pastor Colin causeway accelerated the growth of mangrove forests in the shallows of Chitty, acknowledges the strong feelings, which go with this debate. the harbour.

“I’m aware it’s a prickly subject.

“The community needs to be more aware that human activity has created this There’s good people on both sides of the situation,” says John Pearson, a member argument, and it’s trying to find a very of the Mangawhai Harbour Restoration balanced middle,” says Colin.

The case for mangrove management Society committee. “It needs to be human is made in Mr Bruce’s 40-minute activity that manages them.”

There are local voices for keeping the documentary, which will be made mangroves as a spawning ground for available online via the video streaming marine life and part of the shorefront flora service YouTube. 

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The annual Mangawhai Flower Show bloomed with springtime exuberance in late November, filling Moir Street’s historic hall with the scents and colours of nature.

Co-organiser Sandra Brunt was there to see the spectacle and congratulate the winners on November 20, and she reports that the event was a “roaring success”.

“A fabulous day was had by all,” says Sandra. “There was lots of laughter and chatter throughout the whole day, and it was certainly good fun. Exhausting, but a lot of fun.”

Judges pored over 32 major categories, all with a good showing of competitive specimens and ar tful arrangements. Meanwhile, locals and visitors enjoyed wandering through the hall and seeing what contestants  The Mangawhai Flower Show delighted visitors and welcomed competitors of all ages had achieved. Even the judges got in on the action. the vegetable section, Jessie Schumann “Viv Massey, our decorative judge, was the winner of the best cut flower made the most amazing hanging wreath section, and Bonnie Gray won the Faraway for us, even with her leg in a moon boot,” Garden Wonderful Award. Faraway Garden says Sandra. provided generous prizes for these four Prizes of gift vouchers from Bunning major winners: a beautiful stone bench, Warehouse were awarded to the 32 bird bath, planter and ornamental bust in category winners, with Egmont Seeds for the classical style. the runners-up. However, the major prizes With a successful flower show on the day went to the supreme victors in completed, Sandra and the team of four overarching divisions. judges and organisers, who make Nina Schurmann took out the the event possible, have already hit decorative section, the Mangawhai upon a November date for next year’s Community Gardens team collectively won floral spectacular. 

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To celebrate a decade since its opening, the Mangawhai Museum is opening its doors to people for fun, food and entertainment.

The Happy 10th Birthday to Mangawhai Museum begins at 10am on Friday, December 6, at the corner of Molesworth Drive and Thelma Road South.

The six-hour affair is free for all, including live entertainment, birthday cake and face painting.

“It is a decade since the museum opened but not 10 years since  December 6 2014, saw crowds gather at the Mangawhai Museum for its opening, now 10 years on, the community the people who believed will celebrate Photo: Barry Lynch in it got together,” said manager Angela Cook.

Volunteers ensure the smooth In celebration of the feat, a special running of the museum, and Angela exhibition, 10 Years, 10 Photographs: would like to see more come in, even Echos From the Past will feature at the for one-off projects like workshops. museum until February 23 2025.

“Our Handmade in Mangawhai “It spotlights 10 pivotal moments volunteers create things to sell at our in the museum’s story with enlarged shop. If you shop locally, you know you photos. Standing with images closer to are getting something handmade to your size gives them a certain gravity. raise funds for the museum.”

“We are publishing a book with The museum is doing Late Night images for people who want something Shopping events on December 7, 14 more comprehensive. Most of the and 21. There will be a food truck museum’s clearing, building and on-site, and the museum and shop running is done by volunteers, so the will be open until 8pm for possible birthday is a celebration of them, too.” Christmas gifts. 

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Reminder - council services during holiday period During the holiday period critical council services continue, with some changes.

Customer service desk Council offices are closed from noon Tuesday 24 December and reopen Monday 6 January 2025. Our 0800 727 059 telephone number is monitored 24/7. We will still respond to urgent service requests. You can also complete some services on our website.

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Rubbish collection and recycling services • Kerbside collections due Christmas Day (Wednesday 25 December) will be collected Tuesday 24 December Extra collections for summer hotspots are: Mangawhai – Rubbish and Recycling Thursdays – 26 Dec, 2 Jan and 9 Jan Glinks Gully – Rubbish only Thursdays – 26 Dec, 2 Jan and 9 Jan Baylys Beach (from Rehutai Road) - Rubbish only Fridays – 27 Dec, 3 Jan and 10 Jan Dargaville Resource & Recovery Transfer Station hours: • Wednesday 25 December – closed • Thursday 26 December – closed • 27-28 December – open normal hours • Monday 30 December – closed • Tuesday 31 December – open normal hours • Wednesday 1 January – closed • Thursday 2 January – closed • Hakaru Re:sort Centre • Wednesday 25 December – closed • Thursday 26 December – closed • Wednesday 1 January – closed

Building inspections The last day for inspections will be Friday 20 December 2024 and inspections resume Monday 6 January 2025.

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Animal management and noise control Animal management and noise control will respond to all Priority One calls over the break. If you contact us with an animal or noise complaint during the break, you will receive a call back from the on-duty officer to determine whether a response is required.

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Mangawhai Library closes at 1.00pm Saturday 21 December, reopens 10.00am to 5.00pm Friday 27 December, 10.00am to 1.00pm Saturday 28 December, 10.00am to 5.00pm Friday 3 January and 10.00am to 1.00pm Saturday 4 January.

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Upcoming council meetings Council Briefing, 9.30am Wed 04 Dec, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube Remuneration and Development Committee, Public Excluded, 1pm Tue 10 Dec, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Council Meeting, 10am Wed 11 Dec, 1c Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube Please visit Council’s website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.

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Getting your ship in shape for summer  by Andy Bryenton

The King of the Kaipara is the start of a summer season of excellent ocean angling for many boaties, so it’s a good time to take a look at what you need to be safe out on the waves.

Lifejackets Your boat almost certainly needs them if it’s small enough to fit on a trailer, and they’re better today than they ever were.

Ditch the fluoro orange couch cushions and get kitted out with better, easier to use lifejackets with the coastguard’s old4new deal, where they’ll give you a hearty discount off a new lifejacket in exchange for your old uncomfortable one.

Check old4new.coastguard.nz for where you can take advantage of this offer.

Download the app The coastguard isn’t just providing a lifejacket switch-up for the summer of boating ahead. Their programmers have also designed a neat app for your mobile, which takes advantage of the new, more comprehensive coverage experienced across both the east coast and the Kaipara Harbour. It’s free at coastguard.nz.

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Two ways to talk Your mobile is a great asset when out boating, but there’s always room for a backup. The same goes for  A captain who knows his ship and crew are safe is a captain who can concentrate on landing the big one your marine radio. Having both of them in good working order is a essentials. Extra rope, a boat hook, a must if you plan to stay safe. simple tool kit, extra warm clothing and an alternative power source (like oars or Stash the essentials Grab a floating, easy-to-see bag and a mini outboard) are the things you should pack in those things you’d definitely need pack, even before bait and tackle. in an emergency. We’re talking flares, a With the basics covered, every trip out distress beacon, a waterproof VHF radio, on the water this summer will be safer for a whistle, a torch and a first aid kit. If you and the crew. When there’s no worries the worst happens, this bag could be a in the back of your mind about whether lifesaver. As well as an emergency stash, you have the necessities, you can get into always think about the other boating a proper zen state of fishing bliss. 

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Angling for the crown  by Andy Bryenton

The date is set and the fish are waiting out in the Kaipara Harbour, as preparations for the 36th annual King of the Kaipara fishing contest take shape.

On Saturday, December 14 anglers from all over the north will gather at picturesque Kellys Bay, ready for a fine day’s fishing from boat and shore. With five big prizes for the heavyweights across five species of fish, there’s an excellent chance of success.

“Last year, we had great weather and there were plenty of fish caught,” says contest organiser Mike Nola, who has been the driving force behind the King of the Kaipara for all of those 36 years, through the sponsorship of Nola Sports.

“There’s a good chance for everyone, as in the past, a winner in every species has been caught off the beach and off a boat. The new Poutō wharf has also changed things up.”

Also new for 2024 is the inclusion of fishing drones, the flying angler’s friends, which have become ubiquitous along Kiwi shorelines.

Mike says that letting drone pilots take part, with three hooks for each drone, is a matter of moving forward with technology. It also adds another dimension to the possibilities for the Kaipara Harbour’s longest-running fishing event, a summer fixture since the 1980s.

This year, anglers will be aiming for the weightiest kingfish, snapper, kahawai, trevally

and gurnard, all fish species that have their own habitats and habits. There are generous prizes for the top three in each of these categories. There’s also the chance to score a spot prize during the weigh-in at 4.30pm, or the lucky ticket draw, which in previous years has come with some fantastic prizes, too.

As usual, the King of the Kaipara gets off to an early start, with keen anglers heading out to Kellys Bay as dawn breaks over the water.

Fishing begins at 6am, giving competitors a whole day to find that perfect catch, as well as plenty of time to enjoy a day’s fishing with family and mates.

Boaties are urged to be safe out there.

Check that you’ve got everything you need to follow the rules and guidelines of the Coastguard, as for many captains this is the first fishing voyage of what promises to be a long hot summer. Of course, everyone competing for the title of King would be wise to rearm their tackle box with the best equipment, all available at event sponsor Nola Sports. That’s where you’ll find tickets to take part as well. So head down soon, and prepare for a fantastic day at Kellys Bay this December. 

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They used to be so ubiquitous that the sight of a white Morris or Austin ADO16 meant that the local nurse was doing her rounds, but today the best-selling car of 1965 is down to just a few survivor examples.

It’s true. The classic 1100 or 1300 Austin or Morris used to be everywhere, but now it’s an endangered species. A check on CarJam reveals that for each of the model years of this quirky little

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In the early 1960s, Sir Alec Issigonis had a small problem. He’d created the Mini, hailed as the best small car of all time, but it was a little bit too small for a full family. So Alec, the consummate engineer, set out to design a car with the same interior dimensions as a Ford Cortina, but with the ride quality of a Rolls, the zippy handling of the Mini, the fuel economy of a cigarette lighter and Italian styling as well.

The result was the Morris 1100, which pre-dated the hot hatch trend by 15 years. The ADO16 was so well received that more than a million were sold, and it was given a variety of front grilles and badges to become an MG, Wolseley, Riley and a Vanden Plas. Sadly, through the years many fell prey to rust, neglect and breakdowns. So much so, in fact, that when I went to register the 1965 model I bought from a very kind pair of collectors in Waikato last week, I found that only 19 were left on Kiwi roads. As noted, many

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 The ADO16, grandfather of hot hatchbacks, still puts a smile on the face of drivers, passengers and fellow road users 60 years later

of these are probably in Kiwi sheds, not out there driving.

That’s a shame, because the little Morris was great fun to drive the 300 kilometres from Hamilton to Dargaville.

More fun than a modern car, and with better fuel economy. The 1100 ADO16 is now so rare on the road that there are more supercars out there than ’65 Morrises. I saw eight Corvettes and two Lamborghinis on the trip, but not one other

example of Mr Issigonis’ tiny masterpiece.

Everyone smiled and waved at the little orange Morry, all the way home.

The list of people who have tried to buy it from me in the past week now sits at seven. Get something similar for summer before they are all gone, because the little cars of the 60s and 70s may have been charmingly flawed sometimes, but they were never, ever just an appliance for getting from A to B. 

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Grab the handlebars this summer  by Andy Bryenton

Summer is here, and for many people, the call of the open road and the allure of getting out there on a motorcycle are calling. Make 2024 the year you do it.

You can get your learner’s licence easily, in the same way that you got hold of your licence to drive a car. There’s a quiz just as you might remember, asking questions about the road rules and highway etiquette, but there’s also a basic handling test. This is a simple matter of weaving around a set of cones, proving that you have the necessary balance and equilibrium to control a bike, and that you can use the hand controls to start and stop.

Once you have this under your belt, the options for learner bikes are wide and varied. Many adults learning to ride a motorcycle for the first time used to be put off by the 250cc engine-size restriction, which meant that only very small bikes were open to you. If you were more than average height or weight, the small high-revving bikes on offer seemed a little too small, and could be uncomfortable.

Nowadays, you can select every style from a low-slung cruiser to a terrain-devouring adventure bike, with up to 650cc of displacement to play with. LAMS approved bikes (the acronym means learner-suitable) span all the big brands, including some proper classics.

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There’s a similar choice when you step up to your full motorcycle licence, with the freedom to carry a pillion passenger, ride at night, or buy any motorcycle on the market, from the biggest v-twin to the speediest sports bike. If you undertake additional training, you’ll have to hold your restricted licence for a year and complete a training course with valuable professional techniques and tips. Otherwise, a full licence requires you to have 18 months of riding experience behind you, before you sit one final test. 

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BAYLYS BEACH Magnificent Views to Take Your Breath Away A rare find with views never to be built out. Designed in 1975 and still owned by the same family. With a generous kitchen and open plan living, extending to a covered patio and private courtyard, both with ocean views, your alfresco living directly on the west coast or sheltered away from the world. With 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and double garage. Potential abounds here and is being “sold as is”. Section is a mix of flat and a decline with bush and an extensive retainer wall consented when completed in 2015. Call for private viewings, a golden opportunity to create a grand dream home.

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DARGAVILLE SURROUNDS Something For Everyone 120 hectares of gently rolling to hill contour, (subject to title). The centerpiece is a stunning grand kauri villa from the 1920s, meticulously renovated to blend modern style with classic charm. Spacious kitchen and dining area is perfect for gatherings, while a separate lounge provides a cozy retreat. Three bedrooms plus office, maintaining its delightful character throughout.

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DARGAVILLE Opanake Road Picturesque Grazing Block This 63-hectare grazing block features flat, rolling to hill contour in ten paddocks with rural outlook overlooking the river that borders the property. Water supply is from dams. Access is provided via Opanake Road to the cattle yards. There are two haybarns or storage sheds.

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Megan Browning M 027 668 8468 E mbrowning@pggwrightson.co.nz Barry Banicevich M 021 999 591 E bbanicevich@pggwrightson.co.nz

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A Great Opportunity Perfect property for a runoff, grazing block, or building your dream home with stunning views. 68 hectares features a large barn, a near-new set of cattle yards, seven-wire post and batten boundary, with the road boundary being new. Internal fencing is three-wire electric. Bore water. A new roadway runs through the property, 17 paddocks, mostly flat to rolling terrain and a steeper valley that had roughly 18 ha of pine trees harvested this year. Vendors winter 40-50 yearling cattle and 15 cows with calves. 150 to 200 bales of silage made on farm. A versatile property that will appeal.

$860,000

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DEADLINE SALE

Plus GST (if any) (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm Wednesday 18 December

Ron Grbin M 027 471 6388 E rgrbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

A great property of 36ha with sea views and a private setting. It's perfect for wintering cattle or as a large lifestyle property to build your dream home. The property includes a large barn and a small set of cattle yards, a good water source and there are 13 paddocks with mainly rolling terrain and some steeper areas. The vendors winter 15 cattle aged 15 months and 12 cows with calves. The property features great access with a limestone track leading in, and the fences are in good order, powered by a solar fence unit.

DEADLINE SALE

Plus GST (if any) (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm Wednesday 18 December

Ron Grbin M 027 471 6388 E rgrbin@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/DAG40591 Helping grow the country

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Designed for limitless family living, this twin-gable home combines modern and traditional architecture. The kitchen, dining, and living areas flow out to a covered outdoor living area with an outdoor kitchen and bar on either side. There is even room for an optional pool. If you're looking for an ultimate single-storey family home, you're looking at it!

POOL OUTDOOR LIVING GAS-STRUT WINDOW

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Baylys Beach 4 Bayly Street

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Deceased estate - Baylys Beach classic kiwi bach

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Known as the ‘Sea Kiwi,’ this 1960s Baylys Beach bach has been cherished by one family for 33 years. Perfect for family getaways, it features a cosy lounge with a wood burner, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a partly covered deck for relaxation. With two bedrooms, a bathroom, a single-car garage, and storage for surfboards and gear, this bach offers all the essentials. The fully fenced 809sqm section has room for tents, caravans, plus an onsite caravan for extra guest space.

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Ruawai 441 Robertson Road Embrace the best of country living Located in the heart of Ruawai, just minutes from schools and the township, this 1962sqm property offers space, comfort, and stunning rural views. The charming bungalow features five bedrooms, one bathroom and two living areas, perfect for family living.

It's comfortable year-round with a cosy wood burner and insulation in the ceiling and underfloor. The fully fenced section includes a double garage, storage room, greenhouse and two large water tanks with UV filtration.

bayleys.co.nz/1020981

Ruawai 1 Porritt Street 1,962 sqm

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This 1950s home is a great option for first-time buyers or investors. It features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 82sqm of living space on a 847sqm section. Recent renovations, completed in October 2024, include a new roof, upgraded insulation and fresh paint inside and out. A split-system air conditioner in the lounge ensures comfort, and the covered timber deck offers great outdoor living. Gas water heating adds convenience. This home offers easy access to local amenities in Ruawai.

Asking Price $479,000 Phone for viewing times Lisa Pocklington 021 121 8419 lisa.pocklington@bayleys.co.nz Nellwyn Lulich 029 127 4729 nellwyn.lulich@bayleys.co.nz

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WHAT’S ON? For outside of Dargaville events email info@integrity.nz

December

A Time to Remember — Community ceremony to honour the memory of loved ones. 5th December, 5–6pm at Memorial Park Kiosk (next to Sportsville).

Enquiries / RSVP 09 439 3330 opt 4.

Dargaville Christmas Parade and Market — 7th December. Market opens at 10am, parade starts at noon. Float entry forms available at Dargaville Post Shop, Century 21 Real Estate, Boarding House Antiques and DCDB office.

OceanView Art Gallery Exhibition — 7th & 8th December, 10am–4.30pm. 20 Mahuta Gap Rd, Dargaville. Please text Judy 021 048 8469, if you require transport from the gate (1.5km farm entrance) or if you have any queries.

Ruff Copy The Band at The Central Hotel — Saturday 14 December, 4pm to 7pm, $5 cover charge.

Baylys Beach Christmas in the Gardens — 22 December 3pm–6pm. Grocery Raffle donations can be dropped off at Sharkys. Choir is looking for new members, contact Karne 021 181 3123.

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 Artisan Market — now quarterly 10am– 2pm Paparoa Memorial Hall, next market is Sunday 8th December.

Paparoa Farmers’ Market — Every Saturday 9am– 12pm. Genuine local produce, vegetables, seafood, olive oils, meats, patisserie, plants and more. Village Green, Paparoa.

Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 9am–1pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.

Clubs/Organisations

57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club. For boys and girls aged 13–18 years Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.

Alcoholics Anonymous — Dargaville meetings Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby & Parore Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Contact Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group — Contact Maxine on 022 691 6068.

Anger Management Group — Thursdays 6pm– 7.30pm 1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Helena 021 564 618 or 09 601 4153.

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.

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 Contact Bridge Club — Tuesdays 12.45pm and Wednesdays 6.45pm at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan St, Dargaville. dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Peter 09 439 2437 or 022 405 6439.

Dargaville Firearm & Military Collectors Club — 3rd Wednesday every second month at Lions Club Hall, Hokianga Road, at 7.30pm. Phone Beau Bryers 021 038 9654.

Dargaville Floral Art Club — 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville. Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. Phone Brian 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 Women’s Group — 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am for morning tea at The Methodist Church, Cnr Awakino Road & Normanby Street, Dargaville. Contact Michelle 09 439 2930.

Hikuwai O Kaipara Waka Ama Club — NW Boating Club, 5pm Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm for Awa training.

Housie — Every third Monday of the month at 1.30pm, Dargaville Bowling Club. Janice Allan 027 355 7434.

JP 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 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.

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Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Wednesday and Saturday. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 021 106 3635 or 09 439 4614.

Kumarani Creative Centre – Creative Dance! — 5pm Thursdays, 15 Onslow Street. For all ages and abilities, fun and inclusive. Koha.

Kumarani Productions — Tuesdays Circus Kids 5–10 years at 3.45pm–4.45pm, Youth Circus 10–18 years at 5pm–6.30pm and Dargaville Fire and Circus Jam 6.30pm–8pm. 15 Onslow St. Through school terms only. Koha.

Line dancing group for beginners — every Monday night 5.30pm–7.30pm at Dargaville Dalmatian Hall.

Contact Donna 021 729 955.

Lions Club of Ruawai — 3rd Thursday of the month (social) and 1st Thursday of the month (business).

Contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.

Lions Dargaville — 2nd Wednesday of the month in Lions Den, Hokianga Road. Contact John 09 439 5937.

Maungaturoto AA Meeting — Mondays 7pm at the Holy Trinity Church, 134 Hurndall St East, Maungaturoto. Contact Carolyn 021 828 055.

Maungaturoto Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month. Winter we use the Centennial Hall in Maungaturoto. Other months we visit beautiful gardens in the area. New members welcome. Small annual fee of $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.

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.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm.

1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville. Chrissy 09 601 4153 or 021 564 618.

Rotary Club of Dargaville — Weekly at 11.30–1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. Men and women.

Phone Brian 09 439 6175.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.

Ruawai Bowling Club — new members welcome. For info call Alison 027 243 5454.

Ruawai Gardening Club — 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.

Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Dalmatian Hall, 20 Normanby St. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634.

Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville.

10.30am–4pm, Tuesday and Friday. Contact Edith & Mike 021 439 675.

Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. 9am–10am, $10 per session. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Wednesday 10am–noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm.

Te Kopuru Sewing & Craft Group — Coronation Hall, Norton Street, Te Kopuru every Saturday from 9am– noon. Gold coin koha for the hall. Contact Grace on 021 0858 2455.

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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Northland's Most Experienced Team Proudly Caring For Generations Of Northland Families

24 Hours — 09 439 8016

Ed’s Floor Sanding New and Old Floors Carpet and Vinyl Preparation Quality Solvent & Water based Coating

MEMBER

“NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

CALL TRAVIS! 021 056 7665

• Bulk or Bagged Fertiliser • Weed Spraying • Helicopter lifting • Frost Control • Gorse & Blackberry spraying • Liquid Fertilisers • Competitive Prices • Precision GPS Spreading & Spraying

0800 435 684

NWC Northern Wairoa Contracting Ltd DO YOU NEED CONCRETE? • Driveways • Sheds • Carports • Patios • 2 Tonne Digger • Tip Truck Obligation free quote Leon 022 344 9774 nwcontracting2021@gmail.com

PORTAL PLUMBING LTD • Plumbing New & Repairs • Water Tanks & Pumps • Gas fitting • Drainage • Roofing & Spouting • Woodfire Installations

COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Maintenance & Alterations • Roofing & Spouting • Chimney Cleans • Pumps • Hot Water Cylinders

PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON 027 437 6521

022 694 6919

HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED 0800 326 123

LAWN MOWING & RUBBISH REMOVAL Phone Shayne 027 433 7326 UR Covered & Northland Rescue Helicopter “Our Insurance Policy in the Sky” 1st Nov - 28th Feb

Tu Christey Massage Therapist

TK DIGGERS 027 432 0588

Diploma in Massage, MANZ RMT Level 6.

“Get rid of your aches & pains, main ntain your well being” Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy, Relaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage, CranioSacral Therapy, *Ortho-Bionomy as Practitioner in training.

Mobile: 021 116 9425 Operator AARON GUEST 09 439 1843 tkdiggers@gmail.com

12 tonner tilt bucket, good rates, own transporter Great service Northland wide

Mobile hose doctor, welding & mechanic service crew Fabrication in steel, stainless & aluminium Repairs & modifications Call us, visit us or email us for any big or small jobs!

5% of all New Insurance is donated to the Northland Rescue Helicopter

Call now for your free ACC & Insurance review 027 5857776

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30 December 3 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the December 10 2024 edition is Monday, December 9 2024

FOR SALE

NURSERIES & PLANTS

SITUATIONS VACANT

CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764.

59B LOGAN STREET NURSERIES, Succulents For Sale.

Worm Tea also available. Phone 027 439 0772. Open every day except Monday and Tuesday.

DARGAVILLE AMBULANCE. Volunteers wanted. Contact Station Officer on 022 424 6685.

CARPET, VINYL and hard flooring. Full supply and installation service. Mobile showroom. Free measure and quote. Phone Christine — Kaipara Flooring Co 021 515 415.

GOT2GO PLANTS Tamarillos only $2, landscaping trees and shrubs for Xmas, open Tuesday to Saturday. West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. EFTPOS is now available. 09 439 5556/027 488 3400.

E-BIKE MANSIDE, with two battery chargers $2,800.00 Phone 021 0824 3109.

LIVESTOCK

MOBILITY SCOOTER Red Invacore Horizon, good allrounder for town travel, shopping aisles or in home.

Inspect, test drive — love it. Worth $1,200–$1,400 negotiable. Kauri Coast Rest Home, Dave Silby 021 228 2637.

DELIVERY DRIVER WANTED

Dargaville Sale Thursday 5th December 2024 12.30pm start

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.

20 15mth Here Frsn X, Ang Frsn X Strs 20 15mth Ang Frsn X Hfrs 6 P/Bred 10mth Red Devon Bulls 20 Spring Wnr Ang Frsn X Hfrs

TWO ALUMINIUM 12-foot dinghies, one on trailer. Phone 021 0824 3109.

CHURCH NOTICES TE KOROWAI O IHU KARAITI MINISTRIES at the Church of the Nazarene, 4 Grey Street, Dargaville. Church service Sundays at 10.30am. Weekly except for school holidays: Maranga Mai, Wednesdays at 10.30am. Legacy/Man Up, Wednesdays from 6.30pm–8.30pm. Contact 021 136 5253 or tekorowai.ihu@gmail.com.

For Further Information please contact PGW Livestock Agents Steve Harsant 027 497 9892

FENCING

Helping grow the country

FENCING, ALL types of fencing, pool, stockyards, post & rail, boundary plus… call Jeff 027 476 5458.

PERSONAL

GRAZING

SINGLE? OVER 40? Meet other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself. Dine out ‘Dinner for Six’. Phone 021 639 552.

GRAZING AVAILABLE 170 acres approximately, in Matakohe/Ruawai. Phone 021 190 0972.

PET SUPPLIES PET DOORS — Cat Doors, Dog Doors for Glass or Timber — supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

ENTERTAINMENT

AUGMENT YOUR INCOME – 12HRS/1 SHIFT PER WEEK Run starts and finishes in Dargaville • Full clean driver licence required • Moderate level of physical fitness (some light lifting) • Night driving required MUST BE RELIABLE & ORGANISED

Apply now by emailing us at...

Integrity

Dargaville Acoustic Music

jobs@integrity.nz

community media

BLACKBOARD CONCERT

ENTERTAINMENT

Next concert is the Thursday 5th December 2024, 7:00pm

CALLING ALL MUSIC LOVERS

Kaipara Community Centre Hokianga Rd, Dargaville.

ACOUSTIC MUSIC GROUP CONCERTS RETURN

LOVE MUSIC? HOST YOUR OWN RADIO SHOW Share your favourite tunes with Kaipara, and worldwide online.

Free, full training provided - Jazz, Reggae, Hip Hop, Funk, Blues - any kind of music. If you love it, we want to help you share it, and make it easy and fun.

Ph 021 439 697 for more info

Email or phone today.

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

WEEK OF

THE ANZAC THEATRE

AT THE WAR MEMORIAL TOWN HALL, HOKIANGA RD TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AND FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION: www.anzactheatre.co.nz | 021 117 6732

MORNING

WED 04/12

AFTERNOON

AFTERNOON

MEMORY

★ (R16) 12.00PM

09 439 3003 | office@bigriverfm.co.nz

★ First screening Last screening

EVENING

NIGHT

$10

(M) 5.30PM

VENOM: THE LAST DANCE (M) 8.00PM

SUDDENLY (M) 5.30PM

WEEKEND IN TAIPEI (R13) 8.00PM

THE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE (M) 5.30PM

GLADIATOR II (R16) 8.00PM

THURS 05/12 FRI 06/12

Helping the community in so many ways

4th December – 11th December

$10SATURDAY NIGHT

WEDNESDAY ALL TICKETS $10

★

SAT 07/12

SHARKO (E) 1.30PM

MEMORY (R16) 3.15PM

RED ONE (PG) 5.30PM

GLADIATOR II (R16) 8.00PM

SUN 08/12

RED ONE (PG) 1.00PM

THE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE (M) 3.30PM

MEMORY (R16) 6.00PM

PUSHPA 2 (BOLLYWOOD) (M) 8.30PM

MON/ TUES 09/10

CLOSED

WED 11/12

WEDNESDAY ALL TICKETS $10

Adult $17

NEW THIS WEEK: PUSHPA 2 (BOLLYWOOD), MEMORY, MEMORY THE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE. FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: GLADIATOR II, SHARKO, SUDDENLY SUDDENLY, RED ONE & WEEKEND IN TAIPEI.

Senior (65+) $14.50

$10

Student $14.50 w/ID

AWA WHANUI

SHARKO (E) 5.30PM

Child $10.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

$10

WEEKEND IN TAIPEI (R13) 7.30PM

Under 3yrs FREE

At the old church just up from the Mangawhai Museum To book go to www.mangawhaimovies.com

THELMA

WE WERE DANGEROUS

Saturday 7 December 7pm

Saturday 14 December 7pm

2024 | Comedy/Action 1h 39m | PG13

2024 | Drama 1h 22m | M

Adults $12 Under 15s $5

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 3 2024

CLASSIFIEDS SEPTIC TANK SERVICES MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

TRADES & SERVICES 3MM ACM Snowbond caravan/trailer/wet area lining $82.80. Scooters plywood, phone 09 438 6565.

PLUMBER AVAILABLE for new builds. Contact James 021 0263 9558, Plumb Hub Northland Ltd. Servicing Hikurangi to Mangawhai.

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the December 10 2024 edition is Monday, December 9 2024 PUBLIC NOTICES

Dargaville Racing Club inc.

AGM Thursday 12th December 2024 7.30pm at the Dalmation Hall

Northern Wairoa Netball Centre

AGM

Wednesday 4th December 7.00pm Sportsville,Dargaville.

All Welcome

ROOFING REPAIRS. Local to Dargaville area. Phone 027 273 8935.

Kaipara

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.

OTAMATEA COMMUNITY SERVICES

TREE SERVICES

FREE: counselling, parenting, social work, budgeting, senior support. 09 431 9080.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

Community Health Trust

reception@otamateacs.org.nz 153-155 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

HEALTH SHUTTLE

Need transport to a health appointment? Please phone: Te Ha Oranga

439 3013

(who kindly manages bookings for our health trust)

TREE TRIMMING Truck using Grapple/Saw – 26m reach — Pruning, Removal, Chipping, Qualified Arborists SIMPLE – FAST – SAFE – QUALIFIED – EXPERIENCED – VALUE FOR MONEY. Servicing KAIPARA CALL Team Vegetation on 09 439 0050.

WORK WANTED

DENISE CLARK

Temporary Road Closure

Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Pursuant to the Local Government Act 1974 Schedule 10, 11 (e), the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that the following road will be temporarily closed on the day and at the times for the purpose of holding the Christmas Market.

Saturday 07 December 2024 from 7.30am to 3.00pm to allow for installation of traffic management.

Lower Hokianga Road between Victoria Street and Parenga Street, Dargaville.

Further information, if required, relating to this temporary road closure can be obtained from the Customer Services Team, Kaipara District Council.

Kaipara District Council council@kaipara.govt.nz

Phone

09 439 6068 PUBLIC NOTICES ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — Next concert is the 5th of December 2024, first Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm. Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

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 HEALING rooms 7pm Tuesdays. No charge & no appointment necessary. Lion of Judah Building, River Road. All Welcome. Check us out on Facebook.

A Time to Remember

The team at Hospice Kaipara invites you to join us for a community ceremony to honour the memory of loved ones who have died.

ALL WELCOME. Date: Thursday, 5th December 2024 Time: 5:00pm - 6.30pm Venue: Memorial Park Kiosk, (Next to Sportsville), Logan Street, Dargaville There will be refreshments following the event.

Enquiries/RSVP: 09 439 3330 opt 4

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Mangawhai Heads Reserve Draft Concept Plan Kaipara District Council has prepared a Draft Reserve Concept Plan for Mangawhai Heads Reserve. The Plan provides a blueprint for the development of the area. It is intended to set a vision for the Mangawhai Heads Reserve that meets the community’s future needs.

Council is now seeking written feedback on this proposal from the community.

Those who request it will also be given the opportunity to present at a hearing. You can provide your feedback in the following ways: • via online survey at kaipara.govt.nz/haveyoursay • via email – rmp@kaipara.govt.nz • by post: Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340 • or drop off to KDC office: Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai All written feedback must be received by 5pm, 02 February 2025.

Kaipara District Council

PUBLIC NOTICES

DEATH NOTICES

Northern Wairoa Voice for Life

McEwen, Marie

AGM Thursday 12th December at 7pm.

Dargaville Catholic Parish Centre.

All Welcome.

Has gained her angel wings. Marie will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. She was one of the greatest human beings you could ever meet. Beloved sister of the Late Anne McEwen and Aunt of Michelle Dempsey and family, and Tony Spice and family.

Forever in our hearts - fly free!

Dargaville Funeral Services 09 439 8016 Temporary Road Closure

Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that they will temporarily close the following roads on the day and at the times below for the purposes of holding the Dargaville Christmas Parade.

Saturday 07 December from 7.30am to 3.00pm to allow for installtion of traffic management.

• Victoria Street - from Gladstone Street to Beach Road • Totara Street - from Kapia Street to Victoria Street • Parenga Street - from Kapia Street to Hokianga Road • Edward Street - from State Highway 12 to Victoria Street • Hokianga Road - from State Highway 12 to Parenga Street • Poto Street - from State Highway 12 to Victoria Street • Parore Street - from State Highway 12 to Victoria Street.

Further information, if required, relating to this temporary road closure can be obtained from the Customer Services Team, Kaipara District Council.

Kaipara District Council council@kaipara.govt.nz

McEwen, Marie At sunrise on Monday 25th November 2024, Heaven gained an Angel. Aged 87.

Reunited with her loving parents Mercia and Donald.

Much loved Mum of Angela and Amanda. Most awesome and strong Nana of Kane and Amy, Matty and Kenzie, Gary-Paul, Sam, Richard and Jenny.

Proud Grand Nana of Brontee. In accordance with Marie’s wishes, a private funeral service has been held. A Memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Correspondence to the McEwen family C/-O 158 Hokianga road, Dargaville 0310

Dargaville Funeral Services 09 439 8016

IN MEMORIAM

Dooley Smith signed out just shy of his 85th birthday

Notice of intention to grant lease to Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Surf Lifesaving Club under section 54(1)(b) of the Reserves Act 1977 Kaipara District Council are proposing to grant a new lease under section 54(1)(b) of the Reserves Act 1977 to the Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard Service Incorporated to allow them to continue to undertake surf lifesaving activities on generally the same area of the Mangawhai Heads Reserve as they presently occupy.

The initial term of the lease is proposed to be five years, with a further five rights of renewal, each for a term of one year.

The Council is required under sections 119 and 120 of the Reserves Act 1977 to publicly notify its intention to grant the lease and provide members of the public with the opportunity to lodge objections. There will also be an opportunity to present at a hearing for those who request it.

Objections and submissions on this proposal can be submitted to the Council in the following ways: • via online survey at kaipara.govt.nz/haveyoursay • via email – rmp@kaipara.govt.nz • by post: Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340 • or drop off to KDC office: Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai All written feedback must be received by 5pm, 02 February 2025.

Kaipara District Council.

04 Dec 1939 - 23 Nov 2024 The whānau is grateful to those who celebrated Dad’s life & helped to give him the send off he deserved.

We know you’ll be enjoying a cold one with your mates up there xx

PUBLIC NOTICES

Dargaville Rugby and Sport Club AGM

Tuesday 10th December 2024, 7pm at the clubrooms.

Additional agenda item: Resolving to re-register club under Incorporated Societies Act 2002.

32 December 3 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

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Dargaville Lot 5 Mahuta Road

15ha coastal grazing block, three dwellings

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Located just 12 minutes from Dargaville, this 15-hectare coastal block gives buyers multiple income opportunities.

The main dwelling is a practical three-bedroom, one-bathroom home with well positioned outdoor entertaining area for those long summer days. A double garage and three bay implement shed only adds to the properties appeal. In addition, you'll find two one-bedroom, one-bathroom units, each with its own single garage - ideal for extended families, potential rental income or an Air BnB given the property's location to Ripiro Beach. The land itself is made up of 6 well-fenced paddocks, featuring an easy mowable contour, Redhill loam soils, making it ideal for grazing cattle or horses. The property is connected to the Mahuta Water Scheme ensuring quality stock water all year round. Coastal, close to town, and well set up for rural life - this block has plenty of upside and is a must view for the savvy investor.

Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Wed 11 Dec 2024 84 Walton Street, Whangarei View by appointment Todd Skudder 027 439 1235 todd.skudder@bayleys.co.nz

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