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Climate plan paused amid debate u by Andy Bryenton

Elected members of the Kaipara District Council have been urged by internal and external advice to forge ahead with climate change adaptation readiness in Ruawai but have voted to put the programme on hold.

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A petition started by local resident and former deputy mayor Anna Curnow gathered 702 signatures in favour of saving the programme.

“Putting the onus on one community and then cancelling or ignoring their emerging evidence is wasteful and disrespectful of the time taken,” said signatory Rosalie Davey.

However, it is the opinion of Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson that monies allocated to climate change adaptive planning would be better spent on physical works to bolster Ruawai’s defences. He was supported in his stance by a presentation by former mayor Greg Gent, who said the assumption that Kaipara could undertake climate adaptation work on its own was ‘at best naive’.

“The best thing we can do for Ruawai is use what limited funds we have to reinforce a robust flood protection plan, which has been in place for 100 years,” said Mr Jepson.

He cited the rejection of previous searise modelling by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, noting that the current flood protection infrastructure in Ruawai would be up to the task of managing the new, lower sea level rises now posited by that body.

The Kaipara District Council’s staff recommended continuing to support the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways programme, which costs approximately $148,000 to council coffers.

“It is considered that a decision to cancel the programme poses a potential

p A packed public gallery reacted with applause and shouted comments as speakers on both sides of the argument made their case for and against pausing climate change work in Ruawai

high reputational risk to the council, especially with the Ruawai community and tangata whenua,” said KDC general manager Michael Day. “Additionally, if Kaipara is not investing in knowledge, capability and capacity to respond to climate change developments in the region, the community may be disadvantaged.”

He noted in his report that the assets within the boundary of the project account for significantly more than half a billion dollars, not counting heritage, cultural and social value.

Another issue on hand was a legal one. The KDC received advice from preeminent law firm Simpson Grierson, a representative of which opined there could be a legal challenge to any decision to pause or cancel the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways scheme at this juncture.

Warren Bangma of Simpson Grierson noted that correspondence received by the council from the group Lawyers

for Climate Action New Zealand Inc threatened judicial review proceedings in respect of the council’s previous climaterelated decision-making.

“Where the council’s decision relates to ‘ceasing’ or ‘significantly alternating the intended level of service’ of a ‘significant activity’ undertaken by the council, section 97 of the Local Government Act provides that the council can only do this through amending its Long Term Plan, following consultation in accordance with section 93E of the LGA,” said Mr Bangma.

When asked about the potential cost of this going to court, he estimated a sixfigure sum.

A proposed amendment by Councillor Vincent, which would have taken council staff’s recommendations and continued with the pathways programme, was struck down. The decision was made to pause the programme and then review its importance in the next Long Term Plan, passing six votes to four. ¢

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p Last week saw the publication of a new anthology of microfiction penned by Northlanders, with a common theme of our changing world and threatened environment. The changing Landscapes collection was commissioned by the Whangārei Library’s flash fiction group, which selected 35 outstanding examples to include in their anthology. Among this group were Ruawai writer Emma Philips, pictured here reading her contribution to the collection at the book launch, and Te Kōpuru writer Andy Bryenton.

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Boat ramp will remain open Targeted rate for sporting expansion tabled

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The Kaipara District Council has voted to continue to allow powered vessels on Lake Taharoa for summer despite the threat of the invasive gold clam, an ecosystem-ravaging pest now found in Waikato.

T h e Ta h a r o a Domain Governance C ommit tee had r e c o m­m e n d e d closing the boat ramp at the popular lakes to secure the natural taonga against the invasive gold clam spread in the ballast of boats and now p Education and monitoring have been adopted instead of a ban on powerboats as the Kai Iwi Lakes prepare for summer amid the threat of entrenched in a new, highly invasive freshwater shellfish Waikato waterways.

Its invasion of the Kai Iwi Lakes would craft in, and the ones that are, I’m constitute an environmental disaster. sure, will understand. Yes, they will be Nevertheless, the movement put forward inconvenienced, but in terms of having to be voted on was to keep the status a pristine, beautiful lake in the future, I quo but to continue to support local think that they will understand.” monitoring and education of visitors in “It’s a hard decision, but I think we the correct cleaning of their watercraft. need to concentrate on the education “I’m deeply concerned around the side of it. We need to respond quickly procedural nature of this motion, to get that education out there,” said in that it completely disregards the mayor Craig Jepson, addressing the recommendations of the committee. need to inform holidaymakers how the Given that we have a responsibility to gold clam spreads. the lakes, we should do everything in our Councillor Vincent proposed an power to reduce the risk,” said councillor amendment that would have shut Pera Paniora. the Lake Taharoa boat ramp until “We are not going to lose revenue. A lot October of 2024, but this was lost by a of the recreational users are not bringing narrow margin. ¢

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A targeted rate has been proposed as a mechanism to help build and maintain a new indoor sporting and arts facility for Dargaville.

p Dargaville Community Development Board representative Sue Curtis and Sport Northland’s Stu Middleton make their case

Dargaville Community Development Board representative Sue Curtis and Sport Northland’s Stu Middleton addressed members of the Kaipara District Council last week to propose the plan, which would see a small annual addition to rates bills in the area served by the Sportsville complex.

“Through community discussion, it was decided that an indoor facility catering to everything from the arts to sports was desirable,” said Mr Middleton. “Currently, Sportsville has been a huge success.”

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Youth representative ‘disappointed’ To the councillors of the Kaipara District, My name is Emma Philips, and I am one of the youth representatives on the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways Committee.

The decision not to approve the work of this initiative has disappointed me and left me feeling that the council does not care for the community of Ruawai and the challenges it faces. You are elected representatives. You have a duty to the people of Kaipara, both now and in the future.

The Ruawai Adaptive Pathways Committee was implemented to create possible plans in conjunction with the community for extreme weather events and future geographical and climate change. Ruawai is an at-risk area. The flats are roughly at sea level, and one only needs to drive through after a storm to see how prolific surface flooding is.

While Ruawai has always flooded, with continued climate change and the shift of the tectonic plates, which will result in roughly a 1.2m drop in the next 100 years, this plan is essential to ensure there is a framework that the community agrees to for adapting. By cancelling the scheme, you take away the community’s ability to decide how it faces the challenges of a changing climate.

It doesn’t matter whether you believe in the climate crisis. Empirical scientific evidence does not require your belief.

Global trends show that temperature is increasing and, as a result, sea level is rising. You may argue that the climate has always changed, which is true, but according to NASA global temperatures are currently rising 10 times faster than temperatures rose after an ice age.

For Ruawai, this means over the next 100 years, the risk of surface flooding will greatly increase, as well as the depth and duration of the flooding.

Through the Adaptive Pathways Committee, modelling has been created, which shows the likely effects sea level rise will have on water levels in Ruawai. Through the committee, the community has been able to discuss the effects this will have on the various businesses, agricultural practices, services, and communities in Ruawai.

However, if the project is axed at this point, there will be no solid solutions left for future generations of Ruawai.

The legacy of the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways scheme, if cancelled, will be to show those in the future that we knew what was happening and chose to ignore the warnings.

Funds better spent on roading I have noted several social media posts related to the council’s decision to cease the Adaptive Pathways project being undertaken for the Ruawai Drainage District.

Our mayor may be a bit rough around the edges, but I applaud his push to get unnecessary costs out of the council.

It’s easy to say yes when spending other people’s money. Still, our reality is we have a huge roading network to fund and a large number of citizens for whom their rates demand is a huge cost. Scrutiny is needed for every dollar we spend, and he appears to be doing that.

I and a group of fellow farmers, attended a consultation session with council staff related to the adaptive pathways project.

I must say I was underwhelmed. Good staff but well outside of their professional capability. Risk management should have started with a thorough assessment of the drainage district’s current state. That wasn’t presented to us during the session.

The session dealt with way more emotion than fact, frankly.

The citizens of Ruawai, via a targeted rate, have funded our drainage scheme for well over 100 years, overseen by a local committee. We have been and still are well served by very capable council engineering staff. This is the best example I know of putting LOCAL into local government.

A severe rain event, a gale-force wind blowing up the river, combined with a king tide, is our greatest risk. That has happened twice in my memory, being Bola and, recently, Gabrielle.

Ruawai, unlike places like Hikurangi, has the huge advantage of being so close to the outlet. The tide goes out every 12 hours. So even if a section of the bank ‘overtopped’ that would be for a very short amount of time at the top of the tide. Over the last decade, our stopbank has been progressively heightened, recognising the realities that climate change and river silting could bring. Weather permitting, more capital works will occur this summer.

Potential bank erosion is mitigated by mangroves that weaken the wave action, and where they are not present, heavy rock armour is their substitute.

Gabrielle was tough but provided a good test for the system. The southern end of the network did flood excessively due to a pump failure caused by Ruawai’s main electricity line lying on the ground.

That has been rectified and the ability now exists to use a tractor as an energy source for that pump. The district is divided into discrete sections. Had it not been developed that way, all flood water would run to the lowest point. Gabrielle also identified a section of gravel road that needs to be lifted as water did flow across it from one section to another.

So, I believe we have a magnificent drainage system and future-proofing that system has been progressively underway for a long time and is continuing. The Adaptive Pathways project, although well intended, is not necessary and a bureaucratic cost ratepayers don’t need.

I have complete confidence in Ruawai even with sea level rise.

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Who will benefit from asset sale? u by Andy Bryenton

The Raupō Drainage Committee has voted unanimously to sell a house it owns in Ruawai but wants the sale proceeds to go toward practical upgrades to the drainage scheme’s infrastructure.

The house, at 16 Wharf Road, belonged to the Raupō Drainage Board before amalgamation with the Kaipara District Council in 1989. If it’s sold now, the KDC will decide what happens to the money raised, and the standard policy is to use the funds to pay down council debt.

“It would cost a bit of money to bring it up to a standard where it could be rented,” said KDC property and procurement manager John Burt.

“So it does make sense for it to be sold.

I understand the committee is keen to see that money reinvested in the scheme.”

With a lot of capital expenditure planned in upgrades to the scheme keeping Ruawai and its surrounds safe from the sea, the committee agreed that the timing was right to sell. However, they were also adamant that they recommend to the KDC an alteration to standard procedure, which would see any money gained from 16 Wharf Road going back into concrete-and-steel improvements, not debt relief district-wide.

“It’s important in terms of the story that is told that we stress that it is for capital works, not just to reduce operational costs,” said councillor Mark Vincent.

p Councillor Mark Vincent spans both the Raupō Drainage Committee, which wishes to sell 16 Wharf Road, and the KDC, which will decide where funds from that sale can be allocated

He also stated that he would be keen to advocate for the allocation of house sale funds toward infrastructure works when the topic is broached at a meeting of the full KDC. Elected members will decide what happens to this contested asset. ¢

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Task force for town hall

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A notice of motion has established a working group to tackle the remediation of Dargaville’s ill-fated Northern Wairoa Memorial Hall, with the mandate to make the facilities usable ‘as soon as possible’.

“The Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall complex is a critical asset for the local community. The weathertightness issues need to be resolved to return the building to a fully functional state.

To progress the solution in a timely manner, issues and options for funding and design need to be focussed on and progressed,” said deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen.

The group, made up of Mr Larsen and fellow council members Eryn WilsonCollins and Gordon Lambeth, has been charged to work with Dargaville community groups, including but not limited to the Anzac Theatre, Dargaville Arts Association, Citizens Advice Bureau, Dargaville Community Development Board, and other town hall users. Its other task is to consider a range of funding options, which could include the integration of the current Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall with a proposed community hub and library.

The working group discussion shed light on the funding required — estimated to cost $1,017,700. Council staff have provisionally set aside $500,000 in the next Long Term Plan to fund the replacement of functionality lost when the annexe is demolished. Following a

p Deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen will head up a working group formed to expedite the rebuild of Dargaville’s town hall precinct

failed attempt to reallocate Three Waters Better Off funding to this project, this revenue stream is unavailable.

“This project is separate from the community hub project funded by the Better off funding package,” said Jonathan Larsen. “However, the council will investigate how the two projects can link together for the benefit of the community.” ¢

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Young resilient explorers u by Amy Fifita

Dargaville Primary School students explored the Kai Iwi Lakes area at the annual adventure race last Thursday.

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It is the ninth year p Dargaville Primary School students Jack, Brody, Kaiau-Ri, Noah, Heath and Josefa went on an expedition at the Taharoa Domain and of the race. Learners discovered how resilient they were traversed a sevenkilometre course through steep terrain, outdoor adventure. Shelley said that the farmland, swamps, glades and bush. The foresight of the Dargaville Primary School pupils did the track in teams of four and leadership team made the day possible.

“It’s becoming continually harder engaged in various activities along the way. Adults were spread across the course to facilitate outdoor activities like this to ensure the young explorers were safe. race, so we are very grateful to be able “We have completed adventure races to provide this opportunity,” said DPS throughout New Zealand, and each year, principal Curtis Gaylor.

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Food bank volunteers Christmas gathering u by Andy Bryenton

A special Christmas morning tea to honour the commitment of the Dargaville Combined Churches Food Bank team was also a chance to reflect on the giving nature of the season.

Twenty volunteers and their allies from other social service providers came together last Tuesday to celebrate the festive season and receive words of thanks and encouragement in the busiest time of year for the food bank. “ We want to thank everyone who has supported p The Dargaville Combined Churches Food Bank team assembled to reflect on a busy year and a rewarding one us, all the individuals, groups helping their community and organisations who have It could mean a donation of canned made the food bank’s work possible,” says spokesperson Margaret Bishop. food, comestibles, holiday treats, Demand for food parcels is up as Christmas baking or even practical the cost of living crisis continues, and things like paper bags and sturdy boxes governmental initiatives are not meeting to help deliver parcels to families in the needs of those living in financially need. Drop off donations to Dargaville harsh times, even those who have full- BP or the food bank in the Kaipara time work. The food bank is a literal lifeline Budgeting Service building, adjoining the for a growing number of families pushed Light House Church on Normanby Street. into hardship by the for-profit world.

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New spot nice for advice

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u by Andy Bryenton

With work to begin soon on the demolition of Dargaville’s town hall annexe, the Citizens Advice Bureau has a new home just around the corner.

Plans to tear down the leaky annexe and replace it are well advanced, and with the demand for CAB services high, a new office was found in time to keep the organisation up and running.

“There are a few who still go up to the town hall, mistakenly thinking we are still in residence, and we’d like to inform the public that yes, we are still open for business, but in a p A new location but the same timely advice; Dargaville CAB now has new, larger location,” bigger offices with easier parking says CAB spokesperson Richard Faulkner.

The CAB provides advice on dealing “The new premises are a good spot, with disputes, rentals, government with more parking and more space, in agencies, the law and many other some ways better than our old offices aspects of society. Its team predominantly next to the town hall.” comprises volunteers, who willingly give Those new offices are situated next to their time and share their expertise with the Menz Shed on Parenga Street, which the public. It’s also the place to find a incorporates Dargaville’s riverside car Justice of the Peace, necessary for the park, behind the Victoria Street shops. processing of many formal documents.

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Pick up your what not to flush sticker Look after your loo and Kaipara’s wastewater network this summer by reminding your household members and visitors what not to flush. Stick our ‘what not to flush’ sticker up in your bathroom and save your toilet from a summer of clogged pipes and costly repairs.

Toilets are designed to flush pee, poo and toilet paper, but you’d be surprised at the other things that are flushed down the toilet. Wet wipes, nappies, rags, and sanitary products are all common discoveries for staff repairing blocked systems. We’ve also come across jeans, chemicals and toys.

Meet Lara Ko au ko te taiao, ko te taiao ko au. I am the environment, and the environment is me. Ko Lara Stott ahau – I am Lara Stott.

Born and raised in Kaipara, I have stretched my wings to Auckland, Waikato, Wellington, and even Turkey, before the birth of my daughter, but Kaipara has always been my beacon home.

I started at KDC in the community team in 2018, then made the move to the Parks and Open Spaces team three years later. Our team of two is supported by contractors and is responsible for the operations, maintenance, and contract management of almost 70 hectares of turf, over three hectares of gardens, 21 consented coastal structures, 32 public toilets, almost 2 hectares of public walking tracks and paths, approx. 250 park assets such as tables, seats etc and 15 playgrounds. Yep, there’s a bit going on!

I work hard to improve the level of service for Parks and Open Spaces and try to stretch our budget to reach the aspirations of our communities. We can’t always say yes to your requests - sometimes it’s a case of ‘not yet, but let’s plan for this’.

Other times, communities develop and maintain public spaces and I want to shout out the amazing volunteers who contribute to improve and maintain open spaces in Kaipara – there is some awesome community spirit in our district, and we can achieve incredible outcomes when we work together.

These all clog up the system, blocking or damaging our grinder-pumps and septic systems. Even products labelled as ‘flushable’ do not break down enough for the wastewater system to process.

Grab your free sticker from our Dargaville or Mangawhai office or your local library.

Library update The Raumati (Summer) edition of rārangi, Kaipara Libraries quarterly catalogue is out!

Browse book reviews, library news and get a behind-the-scenes look into the libraries.

After checking out the catalogue, sign up for the Raumati reading challenge on Beanstack.

Log your reading, write a review, and complete challenge activities to earn digital badges. Suitable for all ages. For more information, visit the library website: kaipara.kotui.org.nz

Māori phrase of the month: Ngā mihi o te wā - Seasons greetings

Upcoming Council meetings •

Council Briefing, 9.30am Wed 06 Dec, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai and on YouTube

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Audit, Risk and Finance, 9.30am Thurs 07 Dec, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

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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.

KDC Water Warriors tip Recently, we caught up with some young water warriors in the Kaipara district.

These water saving champions are sharing their top tips to save water and get prepared for the drier summer months. Check out our Facebook page for weekly updates. Here’s tip #2...

Meet more of our people and learn about the mahi (work) they do, their relationship with the district and why they love Kaipara. Head to kaipara.govt.nz/our-council-our-community

Making building consents faster You can now apply for a Kaipara District Council consent through Objective Build, a new service designed to improve the consent application process.

Find tutorial videos and more information about Objective Build on our website: kaipara.govt.nz/objective-build

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 5 2023

Volunteers play a vital role Leadership switch at regional council

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u by Andy Bryenton

Today, Tuesday, December 5, the world celebrates those who volunteer their time for no financial gain, including many in our own communities.

Volunteering Northland’s State of Volunteering Report from 2020 estimates that more than one-quarter of New Zealanders undertake formal volunteer work. The report calculates that volunteers contribute 159 million hours annually, and Statistics New Zealand estimates the annual financial value of volunteers to be $4 billion.

This compares favourably to the economic contribution to p Kauri Museum volunteers — back row: Glenda Weber, Bonnie Robinson, Lyvia Fitzgerald, Ralph Paulger, Ian Powell, Trish New Zealand GDP of major Sterling. Front row: Birgit Rahm and Charlie van der Graaf commercial industries but is entirely not-for-profit.

After the knock-back of Covid-19, “The Kauri Museum at Matakohe is the museum’s volunteer numbers are a major local organisation which relies steadily increasing again, and the variety heavily on volunteers’ contributions,” of areas volunteers work in is expanding. says museum volunteer coordinator Locals contribute their skills to assist Marion Walsh. with gardening, research, hosting, “Last year, Kaipara residents engineering, data entry and IT, along collectively contributed 3,650 hours with many other tasks. to help keep the museum functioning.

“With the beginning of summer, Quite literally, without their assistance, and the busy time with international the museum would not be able to offer bus tours arriving daily, we are keen to the range of services it does. hear from anyone wanting to join The “The concept of helping others within Kauri Museum’s friendly volunteer your community, without expecting any community,” says Marion. “Please return, is as old as the hills. It is a natural email volunteers@kaurimuseum.com extension of empathy and friendliness.” or contact us on 201 823 944. ¢

u by Paul Campbell

Winds of change have blown through the Northland Regional Council, with Cr Geoff Crawford elected as the new chair, replacing former chair Tui Shortland, who became his deputy after leading the council for just over a year.

The change of posts was among several portfolio switches across the council’s nine-strong governance structure and a vote to review the current councillor remuneration package with a view to agreeing on an improved remuneration structure and package at the February 2024 council meeting.

Chair Crawford has a background in farming and has been on the council since local body elections in October last year. Councillors voted to remove deputy chair Jack Craw from his role, with Cr Shortland stepping into the vacant position.

“Northland has a passionate council to inspire collaborative efforts towards a shared and prosperous future for the region. I’ll be working hard to ensure our organisation’s work, partnerships and commitments run as smoothly as possible, from both governance and operational perspectives, as we go through this process,” Crawford said.

Councillor Shortland says she is proud to have served as the first indigenous wāhine chair of the NRC, and her dedication to the community, ongoing

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p New Northland Regional Council chair Geoff Crawford and deputy Tui Shortland

projects and plans for the future remained steadfast. She says although her recent time on the council had been challenging, today’s changes were “an integral part of our growth and commitment to effective governance.”

The changes also saw the creation of a new Infrastructure Standing Committee whose membership has yet to be decided.

Councillors also agreed in principle to merge the council’s existing Audit and Risk Subcommittee and Investment and Property Subcommittee within three months. ¢

Hakihea December

Check our website for most up to date information.

News from Kaipara District Council

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Council services during Christmas and New Year break Summer holidays are fast approaching! During this time, critical Council services will continue, with some changes due to staff availability.

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Council offices are closed from noon Friday 22 December 2023 and reopen at 8am on Monday 08 January 2024. Our 0800 727 059 telephone number is monitored 24/7. We will still respond to urgent service requests. You can also complete some services online at kaipara.govt.nz

The statutory close down period for LIM’s starts Wednesday 20 December 2023 and ends Wednesday 10 January 2024. We will endeavour to issue any LIMs received by Friday 08 December 2023 prior to close of business on Friday 22 December 2023. Processing will recommence from Wednesday 10 January 2024.

Libraries Dargaville Library closes at 5pm Friday 22 December 2023 and reopens at 9.30am Monday 08 January 2024 Maungaturoto Library closes at 1pm Saturday 23 December 2023 and reopens 10.30am Saturday 06 January 2024.

LGOIMAs The processing clock for LGOIMAs stops on Wednesday 20 December 2023, and resumes Wednesday 10 January 2024.

Building inspections

Mangawhai Library is closed Monday 25 and Tuesday 26 December 2023 and Monday 01 and Tuesday 02 January 2024.

The last day for inspections will be Wednesday 20 December and inspections resume on Monday 08 January 2024.

Kaiwaka Library closes at 2pm Saturday 23 December 2023 and reopens 4pm Monday 08 January 2024.

Building and resource consents

Paparoa Library closes at noon Saturday 23 December 2023 reopens 2pm Monday 08 January 2024.

The processing clock stops on building consents on Monday 18 December 2023 and restarts Thursday 11 January 2024.

Animal management and noise control

Alcohol licensing

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.

The last day for processing alcohol applications is Tuesday 19 December 2023 and processing will recommence on Tuesday 16 January 2024.

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Rubbish and recycling Please refer to our website for the rubbish collection schedule over the Christmas/New Year period.

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season from Kaipara District Council.

10 December 5 2023 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

A literary legacy u by Amy Fifita

Dargaville Intermediate School presented local marae representatives with bookshelves and books from its Pūtoi Rito Community of Readers project.

p The Dargaville Intermediate School kapa haka group performed in front of staff, parents and visitors at the event

“When we heard about this initiative, we grabbed it with both hands. I see the good and the bad side of digital. When we were younger, we were playing sports. Now we look at our youth, they are looking at screens, and whānau are looking at their devices during dinner time. We created this society, not our children,” said former DIS principal Brendon Lucich.

After researching ideas of what other Pūtoi Rito schools were doing across the country, the school decided to build bookshelves for the local marae — the evening also had children’s books for parents to take home.

The evening included performances from the DIS kapa haka group and

school band, The Big Band Theory.

STEAM teacher Danya Hewetson helped technology classes craft the bookshelves to their full potential. The front panel has artistry of New Zealand native birds done by students.

“It was exciting to see them get involved and give back to their whānau and community. The project was Brendon’s idea, and it is nice for him to leave this legacy,” Danya said.

The project is a collaboration between the National Library, Kaipara Libraries and local schools. It endeavours to support and encourage youth and create community connections with literacy. ¢

A guide to a safer summer u by Paul Campbell

Information on 50 coastal and 20 freshwater sites popular with swimmers and other recreational water users over the warmer months will be listed by the Northland Regional Council online as the Safeswim platform during summer.

It will deliver water quality results at popular beach and freshwater swim spots. Councillor Amy Macdonald, who chairs the council’s Natural Resources Working Party, says Safeswim is a move from a previous regime that had seen weekly water quality samples collected at popular swim sites.

“Safeswim also provides information on tides, physical hazards and lifeguard patrols, where appropriate, providing a one-stop-shop for users to make informed decisions on where to swim before heading off.”

She says while the regional council does not have the authority to close beaches or freshwater sites to swimmers, the information is provided for users to make informed decisions.

Water quality predicted to meet national guidelines is marked with a green water droplet, indicating a low risk of illness from swimming. When predicted to exceed national guidelines, Safeswim will display a red water droplet, indicating a high risk of illness from swimming.

p Amy Macdonald, Northland Regional councillor

“Essentially, it means that levels of bacteria indicate that more than 1 in 50 people are likely to become ill after putting their head underwater. Water below the guideline values may pose a potential health risk to high-risk user groups such as the very young, the elderly and those with impaired immune systems.”

Safeswim can be found at nrc.govt.nz/ swimmingfaqs. Results will also be posted on the ‘Can I Swim Here?’ section on the national environmental reporting website LAWA — lawa.org.nz. ¢

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Athletic heroes compete

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Winners of individual schools’ athletics day gathered at Dargaville High School last Friday to represent their schools at the Northern Wairoa Athletics competition. Students engaged in various events such as shot put, track races and long jump showcasing each student’s athletic giftings and diligence. “It was an awesome day at the Northern Wairoa Athletics,” said organiser Todd Warmington.

“We wanted to see our children out there challenging themselves on the athletic field. It was great to see the student participation and support from parents and family members.”

p St Joseph’s Catholic School students showcased their physical talents and supported one another at the Northern Wairoa Athletics event

p The Arapohue School athletic team turned up to give it their all and compete in various activities

p Te Kōpuru School representatives Kohatu, Broock and Kzjarn enjoyed their day of competing at the Northern Wairoa Athletics

p Paparoa Primary School students Aubree, Andrew, Grant and Delphine had a sporting week with an athletics day on Monday and Friday

p Winning students of the Ruawai Primary School athletics day competed against other schools

p Legacey, Harmony and Sarana championed Selwyn Park School in the 9 and 10-year-old sections of the event

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MAUNGATUROTO SPOTLIGHT ON Local growth maintained u by Amy Fifita

Maungatūroto residents have been gathering at 6pm every Tuesday to put an hour into restoring the town’s community gardens.

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“The Maungatūroto Residents Association maintains the gardens, and we have only just started doing the working bees. We are trying to get some community involvement,” said residents association spokesperson Terri Donaldson.

Some of the gardens were built as part of the town’s 150th anniversary. Recently, there were three working bees to help maintain weed growth from last winter. In the past, paid workers or volunteers have assisted in nurturing the gardens.

“We have had people volunteering previously to do the gardens, but because it has been such a wet winter, it got out of control. We had to do some working bees to steadily get to the gardens throughout town. There is a lack of volunteers these days, but if you don’t give them the opportunity to get involved, they don’t.”

Terri said the voluntary groups are a way for the neighbourhood to get involved, especially for newcomers to meet people and feel good about themselves for making the town look better.

p Maungatūroto townspeople got stuck in and helped clean up at the View Street Park gardens working bee earlier this month

“There used to be the preconception that to be a local, you had to live there for 20 years. For me, working on a community project makes people locals. It creates the feel-good factor of being in a community.

“We have two lovely women from the retirement village who noticed one of the gardens in town was getting out of hand.

They asked to make it their project. It is amazing, and we would love to empower other people to do that, too. On our first working bee, Kaipara Landscape Supplies

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We really appreciate them and other businesses that have stepped up and helped us out.”

Terri says progress updates and upcoming working bees will be posted on Facebook on the Maungatūroto Official Public Group page. The next gathering is on Tuesday, December 5 (today).

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Christmas Messages

Carol choir brings the cheer u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville’s Christmas season will be a little bit brighter thanks to an idea which began as a conversation between a local pastor and the folks who make his coffee.

When Drew Wardle of Dargaville’s Good Life Store commented to Edmonds Namburi that a proper oldfashioned carolling choir would brighten up the main street for the holidays, he did not know that Mr Namburi was a church leader with a very musical congregation. However, a chance encounter over the coffee cups has led the Baptist pastor and the shop owner to pool their talents. p Drew Wardle of the Good Life Store in Dargaville has collaborated with the town’s Baptist pastor Edmonds Namburi and his “Drew mentioned that congregation to bring festive music to the main street it would be very festive to have a choir singing Christmas carols in Each Saturday until Christmas, a choir the main street, and I told him I’d talk to of 14 singers will gather to harmonise on my worship team leaders to see if we could the classics of the season from 10am make it happen,” said Mr Namburi. “Now until noon. It’s not intended just to be a we have four weeks of carols planned concert to enjoy; the singers will bring and space outside Good Life to serve as lyric sheets to enable passersby a chance our venue.” to join in. Most of the songbook is made Specialists in Ag Implement Repairs & Modifications. We stock water pumps and filter systems Wishing our customers all the best for the festive season

up of those seasonal classics we all recognise and remember fondly, say Drew and Edmonds.

“We really want to encourage people to get involved. This is all about spreading some Christmas spirit,” say the collaborators. They hope their idea sparks an annual holiday tradition. ¢

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AUTO & MARINE

World-beating performances u by Andy Bryenton

The World Car of the Year Awards for 2023 delivered a big boost to the South Korean auto industry, with Hyundai and Kia securing major accolades.

In the overall car of the year category, the Hyundai Ioniq 6 beat the competition by a respectable margin, making it the only car in the history of the awards to take the top spot from its immediate predecessor. The Ioniq 5 was the 2022 World Car of the Year, and now the six takes up the title with a different look.

In terms of appearance, the Ioniq 6 is a departure from the previous model, which

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took the form of a crossover SUV, high in the back and with a chunky aesthetic.

The Ioniq 6 looks more akin to the old Mercedes CLK series, with a smooth and flowing sedan-style body shape.

That slippery profile gives the car a drag coefficient of just 0.21, similar to that of a sports car. Low drag means more range from the Hyundai’s 77.4-kilowatt-hour battery, with claims that the Ioniq 6 can trek 600 kilometres on a single charge.

To make it a hat trick, the Ioniq 6 also took home the trophy for Electric Car of the Year as well, in a move which saw it pip this year’s luxury car winner, the Lucid Air. It’s too bad that at the time of the awards, Lucid, a California manufacturer, was not keen to expand into New Zealand immediately. The news that the Air can recharge up to 320 kilometres range in only 12 minutes would make it popular here.

While the Ioniq 6 rated highly for performance, thanks in part to the massive on-demand torque of its electric drivetrain, the big winner for 2023 in this category was the Kia EV6 GT. The standard model of this vehicle adopts

p Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 and Kia’s EV6 GT made 2023 a world-beating year for South Korean automakers

a crossover SUV style with aggressively futuristic planes and curves, and the faster GT edition is even more purposeful in its looks, boasting huge, neon brake callipers lurking behind jewel-cut rims.

The standard EV6 has already scooped the 2022 European Car of the Year and 2023 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year trophies. The GT follows this up by beating hot offerings such as Nissan’s new Z-car and Toyota’s delightfully mad GR Corolla for the gold. It’s easy to see why. The EV6 GT is a big machine, full of

family space and modern comforts, but it can rocket from 0 to 100km/h in 3.5 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 260km/h.

So, 2023 was the year of the electric South Korean auto invasion. That’s the kind of story they would never have believed in 1983, 1993 or even perhaps 2003. Nevertheless, it’s the world we’re in, and the opportunities to see more of that world come with a whole range of strange and interesting new badges on the front. ¢

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Where practical meets performance u by Amy Fifita

Last year, Toyota surprised fans with its Gazoo Racing version of the reliable Corolla, which is now available to order.

Introduced to the public in March 2022, the Corolla GR is the fourth vehicle in Toyota’s Gazoo Racing line-up available on sale to provide drivers with a sports car and practicality. This Corolla seats its standard five people. The driver is treated to aluminium sports pedals and a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine to boost speed and experience.

Buyers will receive a six-speed intelligent manual transmission car with 300 horsepower. It is an all-wheel drive vehicle and is more spacious than other GR models. The vehicle offers drivers a balanced drive between normal commuting and performance racing.

The souped-up Corolla is a car that meets the need for a transport vehicle and the enjoyment of taking corners beyond the recommended speed limit.

Its advantages are its practicality for everyday life matters like taking children to school or commuting to work. It also has the fun factor of being able to throw it around a race course and an acceleration of 0–100km/h in 5.29 seconds.

It scores pricier on fuel economy than its hybrid Corolla models. Still, that contrast is unfair as it is a GR. It is a full petrol vehicle. The recommended fuel to use is 98 leaded fuel with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,680.

Fortunately, Toyota New Zealand’s ballot process to get one has been replaced with people being able to order one directly through Toyota stores. Those tempted to buy one need to express their interest fast, though. The Corolla GR is a limited model, and, of course, New Zealand is competing with the rest of the world to get one, subject to global allocation. ¢

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A tantalising glimpse of sunny weather has galvanised many of the two-wheeled community to take action, with motorcycle adventures back on the menu.

The change of season often sees machines languishing in the garage for the rainy winter months brought out and assessed. With the price of year-round registration making many riders decide to leave their road bikes on hold for the inclement months, this is a prime time for those necessary repairs and a summer spruce-up.

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“It’s not just road bike riders who are looking at servicing, maintenance and a pre-season check this time of year,” says Patrick Luimby of All Bikes in Dargaville.

“There are off-road riders who are getting ready for summer, and parents making sure that their kids’ bikes are safe and reliable before the holidays. The best advice is to get in early and beat the rush.

Don’t wait until that perfect weekend when you want to go for a ride, but your bike isn’t ready.”

Recent expansions at All Bikes have meant that there’s a lot more to do this season for a wider range of customers.

Demand for road riding equipment and accessories has also prompted a change, with a new showroom at the Beach Road address showcasing helmets, motorcycle riding wear and custom parts to personalise everything from motocross machines to highway cruisers.

Of special importance is a whole new catalogue of riding gear designed to make it easier and more comfortable to stay safe on the road. All Bikes will carry a full range of kevlar-reinforced and infused jeans, jackets and even flannelwork-shirt-styled protective clothing, all of which can take the place of heavy leathers. They’re a neat option for those

p All Bikes has a new retail store to complement their workshop, and both are open now to get you ready for summer adventures

who wish to ride casually and not change out of a racing suit or bike armour when they arrive.

Of course, traditional safety gear and a selection of modern helmets are available, too, in styles to match your bike. There are even helmets that fit with the retroJapanese aesthetic, ones that take their

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Brynderwyn closure update u by Amy Fifita

Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency continues to plan for detour needs after funding has been approved to make State Highway One improvements.

“Closing State Highway One is a big deal. It is critical that we take more time to work with the people who will be the most impacted as we make plans,” said Waka Kotahi regional relationship director Steve Mutton.

Sixty-one million dollars has been approved to improve the Brynderwyn Hills route. The approved funding is to enhance this section of State Highway One to withstand future weather events and be safe and reliable for at p The works done on the Brynderwyns following Cyclone Gabrielle have been short-term emergency responses for traveller and freight access least the immediate future.

Mr Mutton said the agency welcomes An announcement earlier last month term relief to allow access to vehicles. the Northland Inc-led working group suggested the Brynderwyns would be Now thoroughfare will be put on supported by NorthChamber. closed from around Waitangi Day to Easter pause again and detours organised so “Engaging with local people will ensure Weekend. It was contested by businesses vital road works can be done on the that we have a solution that fits the needs that fear it could stunt Northland’s Brynderwyns.

The NZTA is assessing detour route of the community during the immediate economic growth. A confirmed timeframe needs and is working with the Northern term and the coming years. We intend to is to be determined. give people ample notice so they can plan This year, the maintenance done Transport Alliance to seek a solution. ahead,” he said. on the network has provided short- The State Highway 14 road work going

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During the last closure, northbound travellers had to take a left and go through either Taipuha or Dargaville. This cost freight companies extra money for the added mileage and wrought havoc on the already poorly maintained roads.

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TANGOWAHINE Peaceful and Private Retreat This 100-hectare property presents a rare opportunity for those seeking a peaceful and private retreat or a runoff block, there is some grass, currently running about 35 R1 heifers. The balance of the property is in a mix of manuka/kanuka and some lovely native bush with a small stream running through it. There are potential building sites with nice rural views and some being tucked away. Situated on a tarsealed road this property is an affordable investment opportunity or could be the perfect place to call home, my vendors are motivated to sell!

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

December Ruawai Christmas Parade — 9th December at 11am.

Ruawai Promotions & Development Group. For more information contact via Facebook or website.

Christmas in the Gardens — 9 December 6–8pm at Te Awa Gardens, Dargaville. Live performances, Sausages / steak sandwiches / drinks available. Bring your blanket and picnic dinner, family event. Free gifts for the children, Christmas Photo Frame to capture your family pic. Put on by the churches of Dargaville. Koha at the gate. Thanks to COGS. Ignite Your Fitness Kids Christmas Disco — 16th December at 2pm–5pm, 8–10 Kapia Street. Superhero or Christmas theme. Games, dancing, prizes and fun aimed at ages 2–10. Contact Rosie at ignite.rlea@ gmail.com or 021 131 3383.

Free BBQ on the Village Green — 20th December at 5.30pm. Ruawai Promotions & Development Group.

For more information contact via Facebook or website.

Baylys Beach Christmas in the Garden — Saturday 16th December, 3pm to 6.30pm — a few hours of festival fun with market stalls, sausage sizzle, Baylys choir, face painting, lolly scramble and games — cash only. Bring your picnic blanket along. Parking limited.

Postponement date Sunday 17th December.

January Tinopai Fishing Contest 2024 — Saturday 13th January 2024. Watch tickettailor.com for tickets.

Pouto Lighthouse Challenge — 27 January, Pouto Point to Pouto Lighthouse, bike/walk/run 17km.

Warrior Bike/Run/Sand Dune Climb for a Cause, Cancer Society. 6am karakia, 7am start!

Markets Dargaville Twilight Market — 24th Nov and a Christmas one 8th Dec. 4.30pm–7pm. Contact Sue 021 268 7006 to book a table for $10. Northern Wairoa Boating Club Inc, 21 Totara Street, Dargaville, nwboatingclub@gmail.com.

Kaihu Hall Market — 3rd Saturday each month 10am–noon. Phone Robin 09 439 4878.

Maungaturoto Night Market — 1st Saturday of every month, 4–7 pm, at The Epicentre, 98 Hurndall Street. 021 0234 3632 kierenwilson22@gmail.com or Facebook.

Monthly Market — 1st Saturday of each month, 8am– noon at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).

Paparoa Artisan Market — 4th Sunday monthly 11am–3pm. Paparoa Memorial Hall.

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

Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 8am–12pm 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 AA meetings held at The 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.

Badminton — Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm at the Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157.

Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — All welcome, 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.

Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts have moved to Parenga Street as at 24th October 2023 (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 Floral Art Club — Meets on the 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 — meets 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. For info phone Brian 09 439 5959.

Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs – the Warrior’s Lodge — Interested in games like Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, or other strategy games with models? Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema. Learn to 3d print, paint, play and design.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years.

Thursdays after school — 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.

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 Menz Shed — is open Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday mornings from 10am to noon. New members are welcome. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.

Dargaville Museum — Open every day except Christmas Day and Anzac morning. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Volunteers, visitor hosts and members welcome. Phone 09 439 7555.

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 Women’s Group — New members are welcome to join our social group. Held every third Tuesday of the month 10am @ The Methodist Church, corner of Awakino and Normanby. Morning tea & guest speakers. For further info contact Michelle: 09 439 2930.

Grandparents raising grandchildren — First Tuesday of every month except during school holidays. Noon at Whanau focus, Victoria St, Dargaville (next to bakehouse). Contact Sandy dargaville@grg.org.nz or 021 044 6214.

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

Justices of the Peace — available every Thursday from 12–1pm at the Whanau Focus offices, 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. If you are riding the Kauri Coast Mountain Bike Park or you want to join the Kaipara Cycling Club go to join.hivepass. co.nz or email kaiparacycling@gmail.com.

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Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Our meetings are open to all.

Contacts 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.

Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. 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 5pm–7pm at Dargaville Dalmation Hall. Contact Donna 021 729 955.

Lions Club of Ruawai — Meets 3rd Thursday of the month (social night) and 1st Thursday of the month (business meeting). For more info contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.

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

Meditation — Thursdays in November 5.30–6.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

Inner Peace for complete beginners. All Welcome, $50 for 5 week course or what you can afford. Phone Maureen 021 0231 8008 to register maureen. bringbalance@yahoo.com.

Mt Wesley Angels — Meets 2nd Sunday of the month at Old Mt Wesley Cemetery to preserve, record and care for this historic cemetery. Wear suitable footwear, bring water, gardening gloves and a friend.

Narcotics Anonymous — Tuesdays 1pm–2pm.

1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville.

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 the Research Rooms, Dargaville Museum, 4th Sunday of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — Starts at 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall.

For more info 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 President 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.

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, beginners welcome, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.

Pono Lodge Yoga & Pilates — Pono Lodge 41 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Tuesday 9.30am Hatha Yoga with Anisha classes $20. Tuesday 11.45am & Wednesday 5.30pm Pilates with Diann classes $15.

All classes last approx 1 hour. Please contact Yoga Anisha 021 301 860, Pilates Diann 027 216 2577.

Practising Presence — Mondays 6–7pm Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Led moving and sitting meditations.

Remaining in the present moment is the key to inner peace but it takes practice! Exchange: $10 or what you can afford. Maureen 021 0231 8008. www. bringbalance.co.nz.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm.

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

Rotary Club of Dargaville — meet weekly at 11.30– 1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. New members always welcome, men and women. If you want to join a Service Club with nearly 85 years to Dargaville. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month with guest speakers and afternoon tea. Contact President Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.

Ruawai Gardening Club — Meetings or other activities held on 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. New members welcome. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.

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

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. Small class groups.

9am–10am, $10 per session. If you’re 50+ and want to improve your movement as you age, this is the class for you. With some commitment you can gain strength as you condition your body for aging. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Tue 2.45pm–4pm, Wed 10am– noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm. Books for all ages, and jigsaw puzzles, DVDs, CDs and magazines available.

All welcome.

Twilight Golf Northern Wairoa Golf Club — every Thursday 4–6pm. Dinner available, Prizes and raffles.

All Welcome.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am.

Morning tea and lunch will be served. Variety of crafts.

The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

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4:35pm (2.2m)

10:50pm (0.9m)

SAT 09

5:16am (2.2m)

11:16am (1.0m)

5:25pm (2.2m)

11:40pm (0.9m)

SUN 10

6:10am (2.2m)

12:06pm (0.9m)

6:15pm (2.2m)

MON 11

12:29am (0.8m)

7:00am (2.3m)

12:53pm (0.8m)

7:04pm (2.3m)

TUE 12

1:17am (0.7m)

7:47am (2.4m)

1:39pm (0.7m)

7:53pm (2.4m)

Dargaville Arts Association www.dargavillearts.co.nz

20 December 5 2023 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

PUZZLE TIME

Jumbo crossword ACROSS 1 Toss (5) 4 Took fright (8) 9 Tarry (6) 14 Suspicion (5) 15 Live for a long healthy time (4,1,4,7) 17 Revolution (5) 18 Fish (3) 19 As a rule (7) 20 Weather instrument (9) 21 Stiffen (6) 24 Incomparable (9) 25 Handgun (6) 26 Relic repository (6) 29 Think about carefully (10) 31 Feel ill (3) 32 Specimen (6) 33 Blacken (4) 35 Cold (3) 37 Roadway edging (4) 39 In its nest (anag)(9) 40 Active at night (9) 41 Burst (5) 42 Building ornament (8) 47 Plan of action (8) 51 Disposes of (5) 55 Inadvertent mistake (9) 56 Doctor’s forecast (9) 58 Fool (4) 59 Mineral spring (3) 60 Threesome (4) 61 Adolescents (6) 62 Gearwheel (3) 63 Set of beliefs (10) 66 Fly larva (6) 67 Compelled (6)

69 Entrusts tasks to others (9) 72 Fence board (6) 73 Immediately (5,4) 75 Hold (7) 77 Amazement (3) 80 Body (5) 81 Very apprehensive (7,2,1,6) 82 Turning machine (5) 83 Australian city (6) 84 Pleasure seeker (8) 85 Discontinue (5) DOWN 2 Grave marker (9) 3 Sung drama (5) 5 Tiny particle (4) 6 Mimic (7) 7 Black playing card (4,2,6) 8 Move to music (5) 9 Pays attention (7) 10 Pleasant (4) 11 Arouse (6) 12 Chew (5) 13 Arena (7) 14 Swindle (7) 16 Adorn unnecessarily (4,3,4) 22 Clippers (6) 23 Anguish (7) 24 Post office sack (7) 25 Civil (6) 27 Heighten (7) 28 Call forth (6) 30 Effortless (4) 32 Sweet liquid (5) 34 Pass on (5) 36 Caribbean country (4)

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38 Age (3) 42 Spectre (5) 43 Fetid (7) 44 Expel (4) 45 Atoll lake (6) 46 Tumbler (5) 48 Happy prospects (4,7) 49 Humdrum (7) 50 Narrow opening (3) 51 Post (7) 52 Set at intervals (6) 53 Uncouth but goodhearted person (5,7) 54 Cut (4) 57 Oscillates (6) 64 Joy (9) 65 Make impure (7) 66 Reclaim (anag)(7) 68 Flue (7) 70 Secret meeting (7) 71 Vigour (6) 72 Trivial (5) 74 Severe (5) 76 Heading (5) 78 Cereal crop (4) 79 Applications (4)

Sudoku

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MEDIUM

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ACROSS: 1 Stick, 4 Much of a muchness, 14 Abuse, 15 Avian, 16 Administer, 17 Gifts, 19 Cue, 20 Pretend, 21 Contested, 22 Defame, 25 Fruitless, 27 Mutiny, 28 Revamp, 33 Optimistic, 35 Was, 36 Wooden, 37 Real, 39 Ore, 41 General, 42 Column, 43 Necessity, 44 Rigid, 45 Seat-belt, 50 By, 51 Betrayal, 55 Ulcer, 58 Got the pip, 59 Employ, 60 Harbour, 61 Tea, 63 Toss, 64 Troupe, 65 Kin, 66 Blacksmith, 68 Clever, 69 Eggcup, 71 Acquiring, 76 Salute, 77 Concluded, 79 Cohabit, 81 Let, 84 Rider, 85 Bankruptcy, 86 Speed, 87 Rouge, 88 Corner the market, 89 Satyr.

DOWN: 2 Tavern, 3 Coast, 5 Undo, 6 Heinous, 7 Faints, 8 Moths, 9 Current, 10 Nigh, 11 Suffer, 12 Juice, 13 Develop, 14 Ashamed, 18 Intimidate, 23 Slate, 24 Unsound, 26 Raiment, 27 Masonry, 29 Amenity, 30 Sphere, 31 Awful, 32 Rescue, 34 Clog, 36 Weigh, 38 Loyal, 40 User, 45 Sight, 46 Artiste, 47 Baht, 48 Lepers, 49 Acute, 50 Break up, 52 Tracker dog, 53 Albumen, 54 Adults, 55 Upsurge, 56 Spine, 57 Bomb, 62 Value, 67 Declare, 68 Cutlery, 70 Crow-bar, 72 Creeper, 73 Studio, 74 Quorum, 75 Lively, 76 Stout, 78 Conch, 80 Alpha, 82 Grin, 83 Acme.

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 5 2023

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Ed’s Floorsanding

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Call us, visit us or email us for any big or small jobs!

0800 HOSEDOC

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22 December 5 2023 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the December 12 2023 edition is Monday, December 11 2023

FOR SALE

TRADE & SERVICES

SITUATIONS VACANT

FOR ALL your residential window & door glass & hardware. Catdoors, window catches & stays, sliding door wheels etc. All types of glass upgrades & repairs.

Phone Glens Glass & Joinery Services for a free quote & honest service on 021 0234 7086.

WANTED - TRACTOR Hedge Trimmer to trim back and top shelter belt. Phone Merv Hilliam on 09 439 4864.

Old Golf Course Road, Dargaville.

LIVESTOCK

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

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

FRESH EGGS $9 dozen, $20 tray. Mixed grade. Mary 027 439 0388.

MATAKOHE CATTLE SALE FRIDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2023 12.30pm Start Now Taking Entries

PLYWOOD 3.0M long, 12mm UT and H3.2. Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.

Xmas Shout - Sausage and Beer after the completion of the sale

SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

Murray Lynch 021 966 501 Don McKenzie 021 754 174

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.

NURSERIES & PLANTS

USED CORRUGATED roof iron. 24 pieces @5 Mtr (4.5 usable); 12 pieces @2.4 Mtr (2.2 usable); plus other off-cuts up to 2 Mtr. $6.00 per usable metre. Phone 09 439 8872.

PLANT BARGAINS Galore. Bromeliads from $3, Beautiful Variegated Grasses $3–$5, Liriopes $3–$5, Rengarenga Lilies $5. Tuesday to Friday 10am–3pm. Carport, 26 Clyde Street, Dargaville.

ANIMAL ACCOMODATION

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

WHEN THE Cat’s Away, Kaipara’s boarding cattery, 027 443 6140.

BOBCAT, TRUCK & EXCAVATOR HIRE

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

GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE – 34 Tirarau Street, Dargaville. Saturday December 9th 9:00 am. Quality clothing, bric-a-brac, household items, fabrics, George Foreman grill, electric weed-eater & much more.

GARAGE SALE 290 Notorious West Road. Friday 8th and Saturday 9th, 9am start. Furniture, horse gear, great clothing, bric-a-brac.

GOODS FOR SALE 144 Hokianga Road, Saturday 9th of December 9am.

FREE QUOTES

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.

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.

POP UP SHOW HOME OPEN HOME SATURDAY 9TH & 16TH DECEMBER 1PM - 3PM 27 BEACH ROAD DARGAVILLE

PET SUPPLIES

TL B ILD

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

STORAGE

Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service • Stump & Tree Removal • Driveway Prep & Regrading • Post Hole Borer

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

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

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.

WANTED TO BUY

Dry Aged Beef Specialists

SUZUKI 4X4 Wanted to buy — parked, damaged or unwanted, Escudo Vitara/Grand Vitara. Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

TOKATOKA

PUBLIC NOTICES

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.

NAPOLEAN (R13) 3.00PM

FREELANCE (R16) 6.00PM

Adult $17

NIGHT

NEXT GOAL WINS ★ (PG) 8.00PM

NAPOLEAN (R13) 8.00PM

TROLLS (G) 1.00PM

NEW THIS WEEK: NEXT GOAL WINS, FREELANCE. FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: NAPOLEAN, TROLLS BAND TOGETHER, HUNGER GAMES: THE BALLARD OF SONGBIRDS & SNAKES. NAPOLEAN (R13) 12.00PM

Senior (65+) $14.50

Student $14.50 w/ID

AWA WHANUI

09 439 3003 | office@bigriverfm.co.nz

FREELANCE (R16) 8.00PM

SUN 10/12

WED 13/12

439 2020

Helping the community in so many ways

NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 5.30PM NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 6.00PM

CLOSED

Ph 09

Last screening

EVENING

HUNGER GAMES: SONGBIRDS & SNAKES (M) 3.00PM

TUE 12/12

WAYNE & ANNETTE

★ First screening

TROLLS (G) 1.00PM

CLOSED

09 439 6068

TREE SERVICES

WEEK OF

SAT 09/12

MON 11/12

Phone

Phone or Txt Paul

7th December– 13th December

FREELANCE ★ (R16) 5.30PM

FRI 08/12

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

09 439 5073 | 027 271 2022

NEXT GOAL WINS (PG) 5.30PM

Child $10.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

HUNGER GAMES: SONGBIRDS & SNAKES (M) 8.00PM

Under 3yrs FREE

Arts ion

Associat

THE ANZAC THEATRE

THU 07/12

WORK WANTED

Email or phone today.

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

AFTERNOON

Please send a copy of C.V, and a copy of teacher registration to Amber Curry, Assistant Principal, Dargaville High School, Plunket Street, Dargaville 0310 or by email to office@darghigh.school.nz

DENISE CLARK

ENTERTAINMENT

AFTERNOON

Dargaville High School is seeking suitably qualified NZ Teachers Council registered teachers to assist with daily relief for 2024.

LOVE MUSIC? HOST YOUR OWN RADIO SHOW

Ltd

INSPIRATIONAL HOMES

WE HAVE one 20ft container and two vehicle spaces available. Good rates no GST. Enquiries phone 09 439 6037 or 027 207 2932.

MORNING

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

PHONE ROY 021 153 5000

EST. 1992

SHOW HOME

GARAGE SALE 55 Plunket Street, Dargaville.

7am to 1pm.

Beds, fridge, furniture, TV, microwave, kids toys etc.

Saturday 9th December 2023.

WATER TANK Cleaning. Phone Pete 027 444 3053 or 09 405 9510.

Dargaville Bobcat Services

DRIVEWAYS RACEWAYS SITEWORKS METAL SUPPLIES ASPHALT WORKS POST HOLE BORING ROLLER COMPACTOR

RELIEF TEACHER

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER and plasterer, interior and exterior, 30 years experience. Phone Gary Dixon 021 066 7505.

Dargaville Arts Association Inc

AGM

11.30am, Sunday 10th Dec 2023.

Lifestyler House, 107 River Road, Dargaville.

All welcome Call 027 525 8189 for a committee nomination form Bring a plate for a shared lunch.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER December 5 2023

CLASSIFIEDS PUBLIC NOTICES ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm, next is the 7th of December 2023, 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.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville AA Meetings are held at the church, corner Parore and Normanby Streets. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Phone Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT MARKET! outside Dargaville Sewing Centre, Saturday the 9th of December, 9.30 am till 12.30pm.

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

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the December 12 2023 edition is Monday, December 11 2023 PUBLIC NOTICES

Dargaville Racing Club inc.

AGM Thursday 7th December 2023 7.00pm at the Dalmation Hall

ARE YOU having problems with a mobile phone or other device? Next Digital Clinic is Friday 8 December. Call in or phone Citizens Advice Bureau, for more information and to make an appointment. 16 Parenga St, Phone 09 439 6100.

Kaipara

Community Health Trust

FREE: counselling, parenting, social work, budgeting, senior support. 09 431 9080. reception@otamateacs.org.nz 153-155 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

OTUREI MARAE COMMITTEE MEETING

For enquiries phone

Sunday 10th December 2023 11am Church 12pm Shared Xmas Kai 1pm Committee Meeting

Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

Naumai, Haere Mai

HEALTH SHUTTLE Need transport to a health appointment?

Pursuant to the Local Government Act 1974, Schedule 10, 11(e), the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that Hibiscus Coast Motorsport Club Inc has made an application to have roads within the Kaipara District closed on the day and at the times set out below for the purpose of the HCMC Arcadia Road Rally Sprint (NRSS round 1).

Saturday 25 February 2024 from 9:00am until 6:00pm • The entirety of Arcadia Road, Paparoa.

Any objections to this proposal should be in the hands of the Kaipara District Council no later than 4.00pm Monday 22 January 2024 and will be considered at the next Council Meeting.

Kaipara District Council.

Notice of intention for targeted spraying Kaipara District Council advises all property owners and residents of the district that weed spraying for vegetation control on edges in parks and reserves, weed control in gardens, poles/trees, urban and rural roadsides will be carried out between December 2023 and March 2024, weather permitting.

If you would prefer not to have your frontage sprayed, Council operates a “No Spray Register” which outlines agreed areas where no spraying will be undertaken during this period. You must apply to Council to be included on this register. No Spray Zone Application forms can be found on our website at kaipara.govt.nz/a-z-forms

IN MEMORIAM

DEATH NOTICES

Lillian Florence Appleton

WADE, Margaret Merle (nee McLeod)

OTAMATEA COMMUNITY SERVICES

Dargaville Rugby and Sport Club AGM

Kaipara District Council Proposed Temporary Road Closure Sunday 25 February 2024

Wednesday 13th December 2023 6.00pm at the clubrooms. Codes including Western Sharks Rugby, netball, Hockey and Squash members welcome

TE RŪNANGA O NGĀTI WHĀTUA PĀNUI HUI-A-TAU ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING POSTPONED NAU MAI, HAERE MAI, NGĀ URI KATOA Notice is hereby given that the 2023 Annual General Meeting of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua and Te Tōpu Ika o Ngāti Whātua has been postponed.

(St. Cuthbert’s College girl) passed away peacefully on 28 November 2023, with family by her side; aged 90 years.

Loved wife of the late Bruce; mother and mother-in-law of Rob and Ngaire, Richard and Aym, Jane and Phil, Andrew and Jeanette. Grandma to her 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. As per Merle’s wishes, a private family farewell was held.

One year has passed without you Mum. Though her smile has gone forever, and her hands we cannot touch, We still have so many memories of Mum whom we loved so much.

Forever missed and loved, by her 7 children and their families.

PUBLIC NOTICES

THANK YOU

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) Daman Enterprises of Dargaville, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an on-licence in respect of the premises situated at 17 Hokianga Road, Dargaville 0310 known as Shiraz Indian & European Family Restaurant.

I RECENTLY had a life threatening medical event. I’d like to thank everybody who took care of me from Shirley at the Dargaville Medical Centre front desk to Dr Davidson and his nurse. Dargaville Hospital doctor and nursing staff and Whangarei Hospital doctors and nursing staff.

To one and all, thank you very much. Kevin Arnesen.

Ron Rossiter

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Restaurant.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 8am to 1am following day.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at 32 Hokianga Road, Dargaville or The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

Any person who is entitled to object and who wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 25 working days after the first publication of this public notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

No objection to the renewal of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 131 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

This is the first publication of this notice.

To all the kind & caring people who helped me when Ron died.

A big thank you.

Sharlene.

PUBLIC NOTICES AWA WHANUI

Big River FM AGM To be held at the Big River FM, The Old Dairy Factory, 6 Liverpool Street. All Welcome.

5.30pm Tuesday 12th December, 2023 All enquiries: Rick 021 468 768

The new date will be Saturday 9 December 2023, 10.00am.

The venue will be Oruawharo Marae, 959 Oruawharo Road, Wellsford.

AGENDA 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

Karakia and mihimihi Apologies Confirmation of Minutes of AGM held 2022 Presentation of 2022/2023 Annual Report and FInancial Statements Te Topu Ika o Ngāti Whātua Report Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua Strategic Plan Presentation of 2023/2024 Annual Plan and Budget Confirmation of Appointment of Auditors General Business Karakia Whakamutunga

Printed copies of the documents above will be available at the Annual General Meeting and electronically at: www.ngatiwhatua.iwi.nz/about-us/agm following the hui.

In the event that the AGM cannot be held kanohi ki te kanohi (in-person), it will be held online via Zoom.

Dated at Whangārei, 13 November 2023 Antony Thompson, Board Secretary for Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua

Private Plan Change 84 Mangawhai Hills Limited – Further Submissions Council has received a Private Plan Change request (PPC84) from Mangawhai Hills Limited.

The purpose of the private plan change is to: • Rezone 218.3ha of land between Tara Road, Cove Road, Moir Road, and Old Waipu Road in Mangawhai; • The creation of a Mangawhai Development Area with core provisions that, to protect ecological features, promote high-quality urban design, provide open space and connectivity; and • Any necessary consequential amendments to the Operative Kaipara District Plan provisions.

The closing date for Submissions was Tuesday 26 September 2023 and 76 submissions were received. These submissions have been summarised with the best interpretation of each submission. The submissions and the Summary of Submissions can be viewed on the Council website at www.kaipara.govt.nz/mangawhaihills under the Submissions heading at the bottom of the page. This information can also be viewed in person at the Dargaville and Mangawhai Council offices and via computer access at libraries in the district.

Further Submissions Further Submissions can now be received by Council for PPC84 between 5 December 2023 and 19 December 2023.

Spraying will be undertaken by Downer NZ on behalf of Council. To find out more details about this particular spray programme, call Bernie on 021802095 between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

Further Submissions can only be made in SUPPORT or in OPPOSITION of matters raised in the original submissions. No new matters can be raised.

For more information about Kaipara District Council’s spraying and vegetation control, head to kaipara.govt.nz/residents/treesand-vegetation-2/no-spray-zone

• have an interest in the Proposed Plan Change greater than the interest that the public, or,

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Anyone can make a further submission if they: • represent a relevant aspect of the public interest, • are submitting on behalf of the local authority.

Further Submissions should be set out in the same format shown on the Kaipara District Council Form 6. Form 6 can also be completed online where you can upload any supporting documents.

Please note that Further Submissions are open for ten (10) days and must be received by 5.00pm on 19 December 2023.

You must also send a copy of your further submission to the original submitter within five (5) days of submitting your Further Submission to Council.

How to make a Further Submission: Online submission form at https://www.kaipara.govt.nz/mangawhaihills (click on Submissions at bottom of page) Emailed to planchanges@kaipara.govt.nz

or Posted to: District Planning Team Kaipara District Council Private Bag 1001 Dargaville 0340

or Deliver to: District Planning Team Kaipara District Council 32 Hokianga Road Dargaville

or Deliver to: District Planning Team Kaipara District Council Unit 6 The Hub 6 Molesworth Drive Mangawhai

24 December 5 2023 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

For all your far m machiner y, attachments, par ts, tools, lubricants and accessories.

OPENING HOURS FOR CHRISTMAS & NEW YEARS Friday 22nd Dec

7.30am - 2pm

25th & 26th Dec

CLOSED

27th - 29th Dec

7.30am - 2pm CLOSED

1st & 2nd Jan

Nor mal Hours 7.30am - 5pm Resume on the 3rd of Januar y For after hours ser vice call 0800 24 74 54 www.agriline.co.nz

23 Normanby St

09 439 0500

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Unlock the door to holiday cheer and cozy moments spent with those dear.

Wishing you a

Merry Christmas filled with warmth, joy and the comfort of home.

From all of us at Professionals Maungaturoto may your holidays be merry and bright!

OFFICE HOURS Our office is closed from the 22nd December - 8th January 2024 If you need any assistance during this time please call 022 046 4790

169 Hurndall Street West, Maungaturoto 0520 admin.srl@professionals.co.nz | 09 431 8411 | www.professionals.co.nz/offices/northland/maungaturoto

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