Kaipara Lifestyler, January 19th 2016

January 19 2016

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Circus in the summer u by Ayla Miller

Circus lessons have occupied the school holiday break for young people without access to other holiday programmes, with 20 hours a week funded by the Ministry of Social Development under the direction of Circus Kumarani.

New role model for Kaipara youth

Kaipara Abuse Prevention is welcoming Stefan Neuenschwander on board …

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p The 10th Northland Circus Festival went off without a hitch at the Waipoua Campground seeing nearly 140 people gather to learn from both local and international tutors over three days

A high point of the experience was the 10th Northland Circus Festival which attracted local and international specialists over January 8, 9 and 10 at the Waipoua Campground.

The festival included workshops during the day and performances in the evening with live music, stalls and hangi.

Managing director of Circus Kumarani, Jenny Huriwai said the atmosphere was special, being the 10th anniversary of the event.

“We had aerial acrobatic workshops, international performers, juggling and some fire dancing in the evening.”

The family orientated festival saw locals

and those from further afield gather to camp onsite and many people travelled from Auckland to make the most of the expertise demonstrated during the workshops.

“We had a really good core team of about 38 this year. We made sure it was clear who was doing what so it was really well planned and organised.

“Local businesses, Farmlands, Delta Produce and Douglas Logging also got on board to help make the event run smoothly.”

Circus Kumarani has been running the Breakaway School Holiday Programme in Whangarei and Maungaturoto, funded

by the Ministry of Social Development for five years. The 20 hours a week programme is intended for 11-17-yearolds who do not have access to other holiday programmes and teaches a variety of circus disciplines.

“Our main aim is for youth to have fun doing physical activities during the holidays, to learn new skills and make new friends and maybe develop a passion for something,” said Jenny.

“The programmes are popular and we often get children coming back for more as well as purchasing their own circus equipment and continuing to practise their circus skills as a hobby. ¢

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p The Paparoa Point Rams won the second annual Whanaunga Touch Tournament held at the Kaiwaka Sports Complex. Twelve whanau teams were vying for the chance to win the title and prestigious Kerry Strongman trophy. “A large crowd enjoyed the matches as well as stalls and children’s activities. Proceeds for the day went to the Otamatea Marae. I would like to thank the many volunteers who helped make the day a great success,” said association manager Cheryl Anderson.

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p Millie Lay is holding the reins of miniature pony Ally surrounded by her friends at her seventh birthday party at Mangawhai Horse Riding. The girls each completed an obstacle course, going through poles, around barrels and over jumps where they learnt to lead the pony correctly. They then had their own riding lesson learning how to control the horse by themselves, and had to complete some horsey jobs which meant picking up horse poo in the paddock. The party finished with treats and birthday cake in the barn.

New role model for Kaipara youth u by Ayla Miller

Kaipara Abuse Prevention is welcoming Stefan Neuenschwander on board as their new youth mentoring coordinator whilst long standing manager Simone Matthews exits her roles after 10 years of service.

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Driving towards safer roads

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u by Ayla Miller

Those stuck on their learners or restricted driver’s licences could soon receive some motivation to go for their full licence with Te Roroa Learning Assistance in Dargaville receiving a vehicle from Roadsafe Northland specifically for this purpose.

p Manager for Road Safety Education Programmes for Whangarei and Kaipara Gillian Archer hands the keys to Te Roroa manager Janet Te Rore as mentors and road safety police look on

p Simone Matthews is leaving her position at Kaipara Abuse Prevention and welcomes Stefan Neuenschwander on as youth mentor coordinator

Simone began as coordinator for SAGES, a community-based mentoring programme, in May 2005. Since then the organisation has grown considerably and during her time with KAPS she has also worked as manager and youth mentoring co-ordinator.

She will be moving to be closer to her children who attend Manukura, a sports academy in Palmerston North, where she will be working for Start Tu Whanau as a youth community worker.

“I will be sad to leave this community as we have worked with and met some fantastic people but I am looking forward to follow and support my kids,” said Simone.

Stefan began with the organisation as a volunteer and having him on board as a male youth mentor coordinator will be a new experience for the previously female dominated group.

“The Kaipara community is lacking in active male role models and that is why we were fortunate to have Stefan as a mentor and now our mentoring coordinator,” Simone says.

“Research shows boys thrive on consistent boundaries because they know exactly what they can do and when they can do it.”

Stefan has worked at Air New Zealand for 25 years and says he is looking forward to starting the new role and growing the team of youth mentors.

The SAGES programme will be overseen by Yvette Gilchrist who is also a Strategies for Kids Information for Parents coordinator.

Stefan encourages anyone who has one free hour a week and wants to make a lasting difference in someone’s life to contact him on 021 899 847 to discuss what is required to be a youth mentor. ¢

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“The free course runs for 12 weeks and is designed for those who need help with their driving skills. They might already hold a driving licence and need to sit their next stage.

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Conquering the rock u by Ann Morgan

The Kaiwaka Sports Association’s sixth annual multi-sport event, the Top of the Rock family fun day, will be held on Sunday, February 14.

“The event caters for walkers, runners and mountain bikers, both recreational and competitive.

There are a range of options available on the course: the five or 10 kilometre walk or run; the 10 kilometre run plus 15 kilometre mountain bike ride; 14 or 30 kilometre mountain bike route, and new this year is a fun bike course for under 10-year-olds,” said organiser Cheryl Anderson.

“The routes travel through some of Kaiwaka’s most scenic countryside — bush, lakes and farmland and you p Top of the Rock competitors at the start of last years event get the opportunity to climb iconic Baldrock Mountain. This is easier than the daunting view from the road kindly donated by Bike Mangawhai.” suggests as there is a well formed track Participants of all ages enter Top of the Rock, from pre-schoolers which spirals around the mountain.”

Competitors do not need to be upwards — last year the $50 prize concerned about their fitness level as for the oldest participant went to there is no time limit on completing Maungaturoto’s Trevor Brljevich at 84 years old. the events.

“We even have marshalls in utes Entry forms can be downloaded following the tailenders who will give you from www.kaiwakasports.co.nz or a ride back if you get tired,” says Cheryl. can be picked up from Jaques Four “Last year there were more than 350 Square, Kaiwaka Motorcyles, Skeltons participants and we are hoping to build Drapery, Paparoa, Mangawhai Vet on that number this time.

Centre, Wellsford Sports and Leisure “TV3’s Brendon ‘Money Man’ Johnson or Maungaturoto Carters. will host the prizegiving with prizes for For enquiries contact Cheryl placegetters as well as lots of great Anderson on 09 431 2051 or spot prizes, including a mountain bike kaiwakasports@gmail.com. ¢

Collectables, curios and conversation u by Ayla Miller

Furniture, lamps, collectables and other curiosities from a bygone era have taken over the old Plunket rooms in Maungaturoto, giving locals and passersby the chance to step into a world of antiques.

JCJ’s Antiques, Curios and Collectables run

by John and Christine Mason and their partner Jules opened just before Christmas last year and John says they have had lots of positive comments from people who have dropped in to take a look.

The couple moved from Auckland two years ago to live in Paparoa and have been interested in antiques and collectables for many years.

“My wife and I are in our 70’s and collected p John Mason with some of the treasures on offer at Maungaturoto’s newest antique store glass and china for many years, specialising in some areas but hard work — you are moving a lot of having a reasonably wide selection. stuff around, and you have to be careful “We have antique furniture, crystal with it.” lamps, jewellery, collectable china, glass John and Christine tend to specialise and pictures. in the china and glass items along “It’s somewhere people can come in, with some furniture restoration whilst browse and chat. It’s more than just the Jules takes care of the old paintings selling side, there’s a social side to it and furniture. as well.

“We have collected a lot over the “We used to do the antique markets years. Most of it has been sitting in and fairs in Auckland and we would boxes since we moved up from Auckland come up for fairs in Waipu. We got a so it’s good to get it out on display.” bit old for that and my wife wasn’t well The store is open Wednesday to for a while so we stopped doing it. It is Sunday 10am-4pm. ¢

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Celebrating interns

Display for charity

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u by Ann Morgan

Georgia Watt from Taranaki is Big River FM’s new intern for 2016 and is the 40th student the radio station has taught over the years.

Mark and Pam Ottaway have been displaying Christmas lights on their front lawn on the main road into Kaiwaka for approximately 20 years and this year they raised more than $2,360 for the Kaiwaka Fire Brigade.

“I come from Taranaki and have studied with the NZ School of Radio in Tauranga and this station came up as an option for an internship,” said 18-year-old Georgia.

“The school encouraged us to apply and I was accepted. I have always wanted to work in radio, it is a really fun job and it is exciting to be able to learn all the different aspects of it practically.

“There are lots of different roles in the radio p Big River FM’s 40th intern, Georgia Watt from Taranaki industry — the work is very interesting. station. She has taken opportunities I like being on air and am also looking to travel around the country and learn forward to working in promotions and different aspects of our culture. Her getting out and about amongst the english is really improving, it has been general public. It is great interacting great having her on board here,” said with people. sales manager Peter Martin.

“Dargaville is a small town and it is “We are sure Georgia will enjoy great that you can walk everywhere. I am her time here. On her first day she looking forward to exploring the region got straight into it. We are really as well.” impressed with how quickly she got Georgia will be working alongside a grasp on things. She will learn the current intern Lena Schmidtke how the station is run, including the from Germany. basics and generic workings along with “Lena came as part of her english announcing, scheduling, producing, studies and is enjoying her time at the and interviewing.” ¢

“The exhibition attracts hundreds of visitors every year, with some coming from out of town especially to see our display,” said Mark.

“We do it to give enjoyment for families and it started as a way to fundraise for the local fire brigade to help get a new vehicle and we haven’t stopped. They come each night for the two weeks before Christmas and teach the children fire safety.

“We add new features every year. This year we had Elsa from the movie p Mark and Pam Ottaway with Kaiwaka Chief Fire Officer John Bowmar Frozen, the Minions and Hello Kitty for the first time.” countries that normally have displays.

There are penguins, snowmen and The children love the snow machine polar bears along with a train that and make snow angels and roll on the travels around the garden. ground experiencing snow.

“It’s fun and we meet so many “Kaiwaka is a great town, we have people. One lady this year cried been here for 55 years now. The because she is from America and community are good, we have one of it reminded her of home and she the best sports complexes in the North couldn’t go back for Christmas. We had which the locals helped build. It’s a visitors from Russia and others from really great place to live,” said Mark. ¢

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Enjoying a slower pace u by Ann Morgan

Volunteer firefighter Carl Horscroft moved with his partner Heather Bradley and step daughter Amber-Marie Inglis to the Kaipara in 2015 from Ngaruawahia.

“I grew up in Wellsford and moved to Mount Maunganui when I was 23-years-old.

In later years I ended up in Ngaruawahia but the cost of living in the Waikato was getting quite expensive. We wanted a slower lifestyle so decided to research other areas and found Dargaville very affordable to buy property in,” said Carl.

“When we moved here I saw Grainco Northland and sent them an email asking if they had any work vacancies p Carl Horscroft at the controls of the weigh station at Grainco Northland as I had worked as a feed mill operator in the dairy industry in Hamilton We get to help and meet so many for Ingham. I was at the right place at different people in many different ways the right time and Grainco employed and the challenge is very rewarding. I me. It is a great job, I couldn’t ask for highly recommend others who may be anything better. I enjoy the interaction interested to join. It is great for your with the clients, they are very friendly.” self esteem and socialising, and the Carl has also been a volunteer training is invaluable. It certainly keeps firefighter for 13 years and is now a part you fit too. of the Dargaville Volunteer Firebrigade.

“Living in the Kaipara is fantastic.

“The station here is really friendly, People say hello to you on the street accepting and encouraging. The other and you can actually talk to your volunteers have welcomed me with open neighbours and build relationships arms and are very sincere in all that which isn’t always easy in other areas. they do. They are all very hard workers. We love it here, Dargaville is a very Being a firefighter is really satisfying. friendly town.” ¢

Centrepiece for local creativity u by Ayla Miller

Another successful art pop up shop was held by the Dargaville Arts Association and organisers are planning to hold seasonal events to showcase fresh works by local artists.

Association secretary Gay Reed says “these pop up’s raised interest amongst locals and on most days saw around 50 people drop in to view the works on display with one day seeing over 100 visitors.

“A lot of people didn’t know about the Muddy Waters Ar t Galler y, including the locals, so we p Dargaville Arts Association secretary Gay Reed with some of put them straight. I think the artwork on display at the most recent art pop up shop the standard of the work was really good. The exhibition we held where more people can get involved and in August was great but the standard make it a centerpiece for Dargaville’s of the work this time was even higher. arts community.”

Gay, who has been painting seriously People were just amazed at how good the artwork was for a small town for approximately five years, says there has been an increasing amount of like Dargaville.”

The pop up gave artists and art interest at the Muddy Waters Art Gallery enthusiasts a chance to interact and which she believes is a result from the Gay says she found the most rewarding pop up’s they have been holding.

“People are coming into the gallery part of the event was spreading the word about the association and and asking for certain artists so that’s encouraging people to become Friends really good and some of the artists are of the Arts Association. “We have really starting to get a following which some exciting plans for the future is what everyone wants.” ¢

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Appreciating aquatic life

Exploring the point

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A day of snorkelling, science and sun is in store for the public at Kai Iwi Lakes on January 26 for the annual open day, giving people the chance to experience these unique lakes up close.

The event is free to everyone and is being organised for the third consecutive year by the Mountains and Sea Conservation Trust in conjunction with the Northland Regional Council, Kaipara District Council, the Department of Conservation, and the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee.

“It’s all about helping people to experience these awesome lakes, both above and below the water in a low impact, fun way,” says event p Barbara Christey, Abi Thomas, Nathan Christey, Jack Christey, Harriet Thomas, Briar Thomas and Lloyd Thomas explore the organiser, Kim Jones. underwater world at Kai Iwi Lakes during the 2015 open day There will be a variety of different groups demonstrating how they lakes have to offer. The Kaipara District use the lakes and opening up activities Council will be onsite with information for visitors to try. on the draft reserve management plan The Whitebait Connection will be and to answer any questions about the offering a guided snorkel trail in Lake proposed changes.

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Guided walks, a dune lakes display In the event of bad weather the event and games will also be organised to will be postponed to Thursday, January help people discover everything the 28 on www.whitebaitconnection.co.nz ¢

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Welcome to Wellsford Action group press on A market for the community u by Ayla Miller

u by Ann Morgan

A group of concerned Warkworth and Rodney residents are banding together with the intention of restoring democracy to their region by proposing a new unitary council.

The Wellsford Market Mingle is held the first and third Saturday of every month in the new library plaza.

The members of the community, ranging from farmers, urban residents, retired and business people, formed the Northern Action Group in 2009 following the overturn of the government select committee’s recommendation to leave the area out of the proposed Auckland super city.

The group believes this decision ignored the c o m m u n i t y ’s democratic preference.

The group believes a unitary council would see an estimated 15–20 percent reduction in rates p Northern Action Group chair Bill Townson believes a unitary council will establish a democratic decision making and greater employment for process for the Rodney area the area.

“We feel that the unitary council will one of which is the efficient democratic be much closer to the people and more decision making.

“Our proposal has to be judged democratic. Despite people thinking of Warkworth as being urban, if you against those criteria and compared look at North Rodney in it’s entirety, it with any alternatives that come in and is very much a rural area. The people the status quo.

“We think we have a fairly solid being elected and making decisions will be rural people,” says Northern case which more than satisfies the requirements and is certainly much Action Group chair Bill Townson.

“The definition of reorganisation better than what we are getting at the is to pursue better local government, moment from Auckland Council.” ¢

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“A group of five community members started the market in the beginning of August last year,” said co-organiser, Sydney Grace.

“We are doing really well. We are getting lots of vendors and usually fill the plaza with plants, eggs, honey. and we also have a hairdresser bringing hair products. There are tools and a sausage sizzle and a coffee truck. There is a real variety of different kinds of vendors which was our big thing for doing the market. We wanted all sectors of the population out. One of the vendors is more than 90-years-old.

“It is a really good community event.

Our plan is to bring everyone out — the young and the old. As Wellsford isn’t a large town a lot of things happen by word of mouth.

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going to appeal to the public to get the message out there. After the market I change what the animals say on the flyer and repost it to Facebook. I use a different animal for each market.”

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“We have live musicians and different demonstrations happening such as the local Tai Chi group doing a demonstration.

“We are trying to be creative. We hope to teach how to do watercolour painting at the next market.

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BUILDING & RENOVATION Practical tips to revive your decking u by Andy Bryenton

Salt air, sun, dirt and mould can give Kaipara decks a hammering. But it’s easy to restore a beautiful finish to your outdoor spaces, increasing the value of your home and adding years of life to tired timbers.

The first place to begin is cleaning the deck surface — a process which can be achieved with or without chemicals.

Debate among deck afficionados still rages as to whether using a simple electric water blaster or chemical treatments is best. Some say that a water blaster can damage the fibers of the wood, while those who prefer the blaster counter that chemical treatments can kill off more than just filth and mould. A favourite option is a low-pressure wash down with a water blaster or a hose and brush, followed by the use of an oxygen based ‘one hour cleaner’ designed specifically for moss and mould.

Next, rinse and let your deck dry.

The next step will be to add ‘wood brighteners’ — spray on chemicals which open up the wood like the pores in your skin and allow the next step — the stain — to really penetrate and protect.

Rinse and dry again before assembling your tools to get the stain on.

All the top renovators agree — when it comes to timber stains you get what you pay for. A trip to your local paint shop will help you get the right product for a beautiful result — take some simple info with you in the form of your deck’s area, location, intended uses and the type of wood from which it’s built. A good stain is an investment, so go for the good

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BUILDING & RENOVATION Made in the shade u by Andy Bryenton

A great way to extend your living area into the great outdoors, to beat the heat and to provide a family gathering place in summer, shade sails could not be easier to install around your home.

Here’s how.

Placement is key. The point of the sail is for shade, so watch the motion of the sun and note where the shade from your sail will be cast as it moves across the sky during the day. Most shade sail areas will; see heavy use from noon to dusk.

Now it’s time to choose a sail and gather the tools you’ll need — easy-mix cement, a spade, loose scoria, heavy duty screw-in hooks, a power drill, and large, quality fencing-timber poles for the corners of the sail held away from the

house. You’ll also need tensioning gear — double-ended screw types or even ratchet tie-downs. Make sure that the distance you’ve planned out is roughly 10-15 percent bigger than the sail itself, as you’ll need space for tensioning.

The corners of your sail attached to the house must be firmly anchored with screw-in hooks. Find the ends of the rafters in your roof so that these hooks are sunk into good timber — a light tap with a hammer will help sound out sturdy mounting points. Start the holes

with your power drill and then finish the job using a screwdriver shaft through the hook for leverage.

Now it’s time to install the poles.

You’ll need a 1.2 metre deep hole for most large shade sails, and if you’re working in soft ground it’s a good idea to pour 100mm of concrete into the base and let it set first as a footer. On solid ground — or when that concrete has cured — go direct to pouring in 100mm of scoria, then mount the post. If it’s free standing, it’s actually a good idea not to mount it straight up and down — a slight lean away from the tension of the sail will help keep things tight and tidy. This rule definitely does not apply

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Remember to make your shade sail easy to take down if storm winds are forecast — and enjoy a UV safe haven out of doors for you and the kids this summer! ¢

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BUILDING & RENOVATION Harvest your own homegrown greens u by Andy Bryenton

The trend toward sustainable living has crept into the suburbs, but its heartland is out here in rural New Zealand. Join the revolution by building your own easy-to-grow home vege patch.

There’s no need to be a top carpenter in order to get growing. And there’s no need to have green fingers — or lots of weekend downtime — when the garden you construct requires no digging!

Find a sunny spot with good drainage, assemble some simple (perhaps even re-purposed) materials to made four sturdy walls, and you’re on your way.

The walls should be just over knee-high to an adult, so crafty alternatives to boards and bricks (such as re-purposing a big tractor tyre) are as varied as your imagination.

The key to a no-dig garden is layering — creating strata of nutrients to support your growing greens. Start with a layer of newspaper, then lay in coarse straw, followed by pea straw. Haven’t heard of it? Ask at your local garden centre — this straw has been known since

medieval times as rich in nitrogen, promoting healthy plants. Sprinkle on lime and some fertiliser, than repeat, making two or three thick layers. Top it all off with compost made from your own kitchen vege scraps, or add a bag or two of seed raising mix from your local garden centre.

With adequate irrigation, you can alternate summer crops — tomatoes, zucchini, beans and pumpkins — with winter favourites like peas, spinach and brassicas.

The layers of rich compost, straw and organic debris will mulch and decompose down into a fertile growing base — simply add a new layer after each harvest and never dig your garden over — it’s the thick nutrient ‘layer cake’ under the surface which makes it grow so well. ¢

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AUTOS & MARINE

Automotive excellence u by Andy Bryenton

After what has been a stellar year for new vehicle sales the figures are in, and the motoring public have voted both with their approval and with their wallets to choose the top machines of 2015.

That popular forum of automotive excellence, the New Zealand Automobile Association Car of the Year awards, has turned up some interesting trends, with its top picks going to a few bold choices.

Ahead of the pack and taking out the crown of top car for the past year is the diminutive, electrically powered BMW i3 — an indication that the reign of internal combustion is being challenged by new technologies.

It’s all petrol and diesel in the rest of the order though, with some surprises in store. Hyundai delivered a one-two blow, with their Tucson and Santa Fe SUVs scooping back to back small and large off-roader accolades. The new Mazda MX5 was a lock for best sports car. And the prestigious luxury car category went not to a Teutonic or American marque, but to the Hyundai Genesis. The statistics from the forecourts of New

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Zealand tell another story though — one which is borne out by another year at the top of the AA’s polls for the evergreen Ford Ranger. The big ute with the fouryear winning streak has not only cinched the title of best utility again for 2015 — it’s also been the best selling vehicle of any class. That means more Rangers took to the highway than any other kind of car, van, truck or motorcycle last year — toppling the long term favourite, the Toyota Corolla.

Opponents of the big blue juggernaut which is Ford’s flagship ute must be asking themselves how the runaway success of the Ranger can ever be superseded.

With a cosmetic re-design and new features for 2016, the Ranger continues to go from strength to strength, and figures are sure to look rosy for the new year coming into Field Days. Can the feisty Ford make it five in a row this year? Only time will tell. ¢

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Expanding the possibilities u by Andy Bryenton

With 2016 upon us, the people behind the scenes at Can Am have wasted no time in delivering on their promise of more power for the new year. Leading the charge of a new model line up is the brand new Defender UTV, a bold new direction for the American off-road brand.

Can Am have recently made headlines with their re-invention of the core of their model range - the renowned Rotax v-twin.

Serious time and money has gone into the development of a new generation of engines to power the 2016 Can Am stable, building on the reputation of the original Rotax mill as a dependable high-torque, low maintenance unit.

As with most new advances in auto engineering, the aim of Can Am’s tech wizards was to make gains in both fuel economy and power, while also keeping emissions - and maintenance downtime - to a minimum.

The first machine to reach our shores with this re-upped power plant is a new look for the brand as well. The Defender has many of the same properties as its namesake, the rugged, go-anywhere 4x4 built by the (in no way related) Land Rover company of Britain. Can Am have built the same utilitarian style and robust performance into a side-by-side workhorse for the farm.

‘Side-by-side’ may in fact be a misnomer, as the Defender actually seats three, with full safety belt support.

Add to this crew capacity a tray which is big enough to grace a road-going ute, and you begin to see the appeal of this new offering. Can Am insist that work-day utility has been considered at every step of the way, from removable tool boxes slotted into the dash, through to optional side cages for the rear deck, and even molded indents to stop buckets sliding about. In terms of clever cubbys and compartments, the Defender rivals the bigger-on-the-inside tricks of a continental people-mover.

Unlike such a machine, the Defender is happy off the highway - and indeed off the road altogether, thanks to its knobbly tires, massive suspension travel, and that grunty new motor with barrels of low-down torque. All those Newtonmetres come in low in the rev range, and hit the mud via a new transmission with a dedicated low-range ‘work’ setting as

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Beginning a lavender adventure u by Ann Morgan

A visit to a lavender farm whilst on holiday sparked an idea for Belinda Gummer and Ray Dixon, and it wasn’t long before they were starting their own on their two-and-a-half acre Dargaville property “We were thinking of options,” said Belinda.

“It isn’t big enough for livestock and we were trying to find options to bring in extra income. I have always loved lavender and when I saw the results people get with their farms I thought maybe we could do that too.

“We researched a lot and joined the New Zealand Lavender Association.

Lavender is best grown from a cutting rather than a seed as then you know you are getting the distinctive properties of the original plant.

“They don’t like wet feet so we had to get the drainage correct and get a big digger in to make large mounds for the plants to grow in with wide trenches so they aren’t too close together.

Once lavender is established and if it is well looked after it can grow for up to 18 years.

“As I have Bindy Massage and Body Care I am hoping to use the oil and make products to make my

business a boutique. Lavender oil used in a diffuser is a great relaxant for stress.

“We are in the beginning stages and have planted 600 plants to start with for oils and other uses such as opening the fields up for tourists and photographers.

We have another block of 26 different plants specifically for culinary use.

“We have lived here for three years now. We moved from Whangarei when Ray got a job here.

“We are really excited with the initial stages of the project and are hoping to increase the lavender plants by 2,000 and adding more over the next few years.

“We want to utilise all our spare land for the opportunities lavender brings, including tourism.” ¢

p Belinda Gummer and Ray Dixon with the beginning of their lavender farm

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

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Don’t forget the wheelbarrow garden to be at the show grounds by 12noon Friday 12th February and the scarecrow making competition for all ages at the showgrounds by 11am. Combined indoor/outdoor schedules available on www.ras.org.nz, Farmlands, RD1, Dargaville Grains & Stock Food Ltd or phone Nicky 09 439 5595.

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Email your CV and covering letter to: Brenda Harris, Principal’s PA: bharris@ruawaicollege.school.nz Applications close: Friday 22 January, 3:00pm

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WINDOW REPAIRS - call Kevin, 027 275 0918.

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

09 439 6933, 9.00am - 4.00pm or 027 525 8199 Property Maintenance AAA+ ALL Class Glass requirements. See the Glass Dr to fix your pane. Competitive Quotes - Clean Cut Rates. $50 fitting fee + materials or $40 for Gold Card Holders when you mention this ad. Phone the Glass Dr - Ray on 027 477 3751.

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

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

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

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027 271 2022

COASTGUARD NORTH Kaipara seeks volunteers for training, preferably from Ruawai - Paparoa - Tinopai area. Boating experience a strong advantage; age not necessarily restrictive. All enquiries welcome.

Phone 439 - 5955.

FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service.

Advice and complete money management if required.

Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592.

KAWAKA MARKET is held every Friday. Our hours are 10am to 3pm. Find us at the Three Furlongs Tavern on State Highway 1. We have local arts and crafts, fresh organic fruit and vegetables, jewellery, honey and oils, yummy food and entertainment. Come see us soon!

LOCK REPAIRS and replacement - call Kevin, 027 275 0918.

Septic Tank Services CLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service.

Priced from $330. Wellsford to Ruawai. Contact Macjimray 09 423 7014 or visit www.macjimray. co.nz. Code Compliant.

EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) GOBLIN TRADING LTD of Paparoa, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an Off-licence in respect of premises situated at 2024 Paparoa Valley Road, Paparoa.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Grocery Store.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the are; – Monday to Sunday, 9am to 7pm.

Public Notices

The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Council Offices Unit 13, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or 42 Hokianga Road Dargaville.

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle, tea and coffee. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

Any person who is entitled to and wishes to object to the issue of the licence may, not later than 15 working days after the date of the publication of this notice, file a notice in writing of the objection with the Secretary of the District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340.

Read the newspaper online

kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

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 second publication of this notice.

The notice was first published on 12th January.

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