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Connecting communities u by Andy Bryenton

Another generous disbursement from the government’s Provincial Growth Fund (PGF) was announced last Saturday by MP Shane Jones, who visited Mangawhai’s harbourside market day to announce a $3.75 million package focussed on connecting communities.

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p Shane Jones, Mayor Jason Smith, councillors and stakeholders in community development projects met in Mangawhai for the reveal of another valuable Provincial Growth Fund disbursement

With Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith in attendance, alongside his councillors and a group of community leaders from the east Kaipara, the crowd that gathered heard about a threepart plan to promote access, safety and better infrastructure for Kaiwaka and Mangawhai. First came funding to push forward with the town’s historic wharf project, which recently made headlines for raising funds from the community for resource consent costs. “I was approached by the KDC at Otamatea Marae two years ago, when I

was there with the Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters, about a group who wanted to build a jetty here,” recalled Mr Jones. “You can imagine how it would rekindle memories of early times.” More than this, he agrees, it would be a valuable addition to the town. A grant of $600,000 has been awarded from the PGF, and was gratefully received by Colin Leach of the Mangawhai Historic Wharf Trust, who has worked hard with his team for several years to bring this vision to fruition.

The finished structure will promote tourism and the enjoyment of the natural environment, and will be situated adjacent to the Mangawhai Tavern, where this announcement was made. “I’d like to thank you and your team for turning our dream into a reality,” said Mr Leach, addressing Shane Jones. “As well as acknowledging the tremendous support we’ve had from the community. Immediately post resource consent we can begin construction.” continued on page 3 …

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p The Harding family visited the Kauri Museum and discovered not just the history of the area but also the activities available for families to experience. “This included games, discussions with the Victorian lady and venturing along the walking tracks,” says Museum marketing coordinator Luciana Orr. “Parents show children how hopscotch was played back in the day. We have family, children and adult annual passes available at very reasonable prices — check out kaurimuseum. com for prices. The interaction with adults and children is very special to see when they are visiting us here at Matakohe.”

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p Crowds of essential service workers who served during the Covid-19 lockdown got a big ‘thank you’ from Kevin Friedrich and friends last week. The group of musicians and singers played a medley of classics to entertain a packed turnout at Dargaville’s Lighthouse Function Centre. Meanwhile, Kevin’s Accordion Gems exhibition at the Dargaville Museum also grew by one, with the addition of a stunning Maga Ercole Dimascio Florentino double keyboard, 160 bass accordion. Maga Ercole is one of the oldest accordion companies in the world, based in Stradella, Italy and dating from 1895. The double keyboard design is a precursor of the glam rock double-instrument trend of the 1970s as well as a reflection of baroque double keyboard church organs.

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Connecting communities As to that resource consent, Mr Jones made passing reference to a shared passion for reducing ‘red tape’ between himself and incumbent Northland MP, National’s Matt King. “The parties myself and Mr King belong to have almost chainsawlike ambitions for the RMA,” he conceded, “but that’s another story.” Next came the announcement of a substantial project to link the two halves of Mangawhai. Mr Jones acknowledged that the lack of a footpath between the heads and the village had been a point p of contention in the past, and that a safe and modern access way was vital as new developments came to completion. “It’s our privilege to demonstrate that our government wants to work proactively with your council,” he said, announcing funding to design and construct a paved pathway which will link the Wood Street area to the Mangawhai Activity Zone, and hence to the village. Mayor Smith, who had known the broad outline of the plan before the announcement but not the monetary sums involved, was delighted by the news. “Mangawhai is the fastest growing town in the North Island, and one of the most important things for the KDC has been reconnecting the village with the heads,” he said. General Manager of Infrastructure Jim Sefton agreed, saying that it was great to work with the Mangawhai community, who have such a strong vision for their future. The final stage of the disbursement plan was directed toward Kaiwaka, which Shane Jones described as one of the

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most substantial areas in the Kaipara in terms of our Maori history. Citing the decisive battle there, in which northern chief Hongi Hika routed the forces of the Ngati Whatua, he posited that it would be fitting if this important historical story were told in the town. However, in the first instance he acknowledged the wishes of councillor Jonathan Larsen and community leader Derek Christiansen, who have campaigned for better east-to-west access in Kaiwaka. Funding was released to construct foot bridges so that State Highway 1 can be navigated without danger. All up, this selection of projects received a total of $3.75 million, adding to an already long list of upgrades and initiatives in the region which have benefitted from the PGF. Mr Jones’ next stop to meet the public in the Kaipara is set for Dargaville, where advocates for community growth and betterment will surely be wondering if there is a windfall from the government awaiting them. ¢

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That’s why it’s amazing that Dargaville’s volunteer Fire Brigade now have two of these advanced engines at their base on Normanby Street, supported by a new digital app which allows for rapid response and more accurate crew data sharing. The second IVECO arrived during June and was subsequently blessed and made ready for service, in the same manner as the first, which came to its new home in December of 2019. Dargaville firefighters are proud to have a totally modern fleet, but that’s not to say that their previous vehicles have been decommissioned from duty. As is the way with fire appliances, their outgoing machinery has been sent on to a smaller rural station, where it will continue to serve. Our local Chief Fire Officer was present at the blessing of both

p Dargaville is now served by a matched pair of powerful modern fire appliances, ready to save lives and property

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Through a creative lens

Inspiring young athletes

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u by Ann van Engelen

There are few more scenic locations to practice the art of photography than in Mangawhai. During the years everyone, from holidaymakers to professional artists, has immortalised the scenery of the east coast through the lens. Now a new club is forming to support those who want to get creative with cameras.

Northland rugby player Matthew Matich recently spent time with children of all ages at Pioneer Park in Dargaville, to encourage the youngsters into playing sport.

For many years the “small but friendly” Wellsford Camera Club has met to share inspiration. Recently, the decision was made to expand their horizons and incorporate a larger base of potential fellow artists. New friends and a new setting were just two factors considered by club president Wayne Thornton and his associates. “The aim of the club is to increase members’ enjoyment of photography by developing p Mangawhai’s growing community and inspirational scenery provide a perfect excuse to establish a skills and providing an creative camera club opportunity to show and share their work, along with conversation and skill or equipment level, and we will comradeship,” he says. help you do it,” says Wayne. “Each month there is a competition If you are interested in photography, with a set subject. Members enter would like to improve your picture online, the images are judged, and taking, have questions about feedback helps members improve technique or gear, or just want to meet their photographic skills. This friendly like minded-friends in this art form, club is open to all with an interest in you are encouraged to come along. photography; from beginners to ‘old Check out the club website hands’ learning from and encouraging wfdphoto.org.nz. Contact Baz Clark each other. We firmly believe everyone on 09 431 4547 or Wayne Thornton can take great photos, no matter what on 027 329 4994. ¢

“I play rugby in Dargaville so held a clinic at Pioneer Park because that is where the Sharks and Old Boys play. We had a great day, with around 18 children involved,” says Matt. “Five of the Sharks Fijian and one French player came along and helped. It made it a multinational coaching team and gave the children a chance to meet people from other countries and get off the couch. “I let the children decide how rugby focussed they wanted the day to be because it is not all about rugby. My partner Josefina plays hockey and I believe it is p Matt Matich gave children from the Dargaville area the opportunity to get off the couch and onto the sports important to keep things flexible. field with international rugby players We made it fun and they also played games like capture the flag. been given so much opportunity through “I have been a professional rugby people I have met. You may have an player for five years, playing for accountant who knows a builder that you Northland, the Chiefs and Blues. I was need. It is two different worlds colliding playing in South America at the start — young and old mixing together, it is a of the year but the competition was melting pot of different experiences and cancelled so we came home. I have time when you are the old dog you can learn on my hands so I decided to encourage from the young. the younger ones to get involved in sport “It was a great day to get off the if they are that way inclined. couch and remember to get outside, “It is important for events like this organise your own games and see how to happen for them. I have personally much fun you can have together.” ¢

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Te Kopuru growing together u by Andy Bryenton

As some of Kaipara’s larger municipalities such as Dargaville, Mangawhai and Maungaturoto experience accelerated growth, so, too, are the smaller towns and settlements of our region looking toward future change.

p Consultancy with the community is the first step to growing better small towns; Te Kopuru is the first case in point

The Kaipara District Council has been working closely with Cissy Rock of Community Think to chart what the town wants, how future development could change the area, and what citizens are passionate about. Their project, Tautoko Te Kopuru, is now in its consultation stage, with a drop-in workshop open to all locals set for August 6, from 1pm to 7 pm at St Peter’s Church hall. Citizens responding to the joint Community Think and KDC initiative have forwarded many creative ideas for the betterment of the town. These included the planting of a community orchard, the revitalisation of the town’s

boat ramp, improvements to the domain and public facilities, the development of a local cafe, organic produce co-op and craft market store. “Our project is all about capturing all the ideas people have for Te Kopuru. Some have been around for a while, and some are brand new,” said Cissy. “With targeted ideas of what the people want, combined with data about how Te Kopuru and other, similar small towns in the region are growing, council can implement schemes to improve quality of life and attract new residents while boosting civic pride.” ¢

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The highly anticipated Kaipara Art Awards, an annual tradition co-hosted by artists’ groups in Dargaville and Mangawhai, has been postponed for 2020 due to the repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, co-spokesperson for the awards, John Pickworth, said that this will give the twin contributing arts associations time to assess what has gone well in previous years, and what to fine-tune to create a spectacular return for 2021. “We haven’t had a chance to set a date for next year, but we are aiming for an occasion in the latter half of 2021,” said Mr Pickworth, who represents the Dargaville branch of the awards’ management. “We are, of course, sad to have to make this announcement, but we will use the hiatus as a time to polish and review before the next event, in order to better showcase the creative talent in our region.” This year’s event was originally slated to run from October onward,

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opening in Dargaville then moving to Mangawhai. Covid-19 safety concerns delayed the process, and a hurried and disjointed judging would not be fair, or do justice to the masterworks of our local artists, said John. Instead, he and the rest of the committee urge our local painters, sculptors and mixed-media artists to take advantage of alternative opportunities to exhibit their current works, and plan new expressions for next year. “Keep exploring, keep testing yourself and refining your techniques to make a visual interpretation of your imagination,” he said. “We have a lot to be proud of in the Kaipara arts community, and your work will be gratefully received by the public in 2021.”

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Wood Street Community Design Workshop

The Draft Mangawhai Spatial Plan is still open for submissions until 31 July. The draft plan presents the preferred options for how Mangawhai could develop its town centre, commercial, housing and industrial business areas over the next 30 years. Feedback from you will confirm that we are on the right track and help refine future thinking about Mangawhai, how it may grow and what infrastructure will be required ahead. We want to hear from you. Go to kaipara.govt.nz/mangawhaispatial.

Come along to the next community design workshop for the Wood Street revitalisation project this Thursday. Everyone welcome.

Community Funding Awarded We’ve awarded more than $122,000 in the latest funding rounds for Community Grants, Rural Travel Fund, and Creative Communities Scheme. In total 41 organisations have received grants.

Thursday 30 July 6.30pm start (two hours) Mangawhai Senior Citizens Hall Fagan Place A recent Innovating Streets grant from Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency means we have been able to continue collaborating with the Mangawhai Business Association and community, testing and finetuning further improvements for an interim design which will inform a future permanent upgrade. See mangawhaicommunityplan.co.nz/projects/transport for more information.

21 Community Grants were awarded to organisations including Hakaru Community Hall ($8,361.38), Maungaturoto Centennial Community Centre ($11,781.00), Te Roroa Charitable Trust ($6,777.00) and Taipuha Hall ($10,000). Successful Rural Travel Fund applicants included Dargaville High School, Mangawhai Beach School, and Pōuto School. Successful Creative Communities Scheme applicants included Topaz Johnson for a new public mural in Paparoa, and Te Kopuru School for their upcoming Matariki celebrations. The next funding round for Rural Travel Fund is open until 24 August 2020. The next Creative Communities Scheme funding round will open 01 August and close 31 August 2020. See www.kaipara.govt.nz/funding.

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Water restrictions eased

All water catchments across Kaipara District have returned to level 1, meaning that there are currently no restrictions for users. We have had some extreme weather events recently with a surge in rainfall. It’s been wet, wild, AND windy! While water levels in our rivers are moving closer or have returned to their expected levels, many bores and aquifers across the district take longer to recharge as the water must move through the ground. We will still need to be mindful of water use over the coming months, as the lack of overall rainfall for 2020 may cause droughts again in 2020/2021.

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Hurrah for Sustainable Kaipara A huge congratulations to Sustainable Kaipara who were recently awarded a grant for two of their projects from the Ministry for the Environment’s Waste Minimisation Fund (WMF). One of the projects – Closing the Loop – is a local support and recognition program which will work across the different sectors of the Kaipara community to move towards a circular economy and make a significant impact on waste reduction and management in the wider Kaipara district. Over three years Sustainable Kaipara will work alongside 15 schools, 24 community groups, 75 businesses and 15 events to prevent and reduce waste going to landfill. The project is supported by Kaipara District Council, and together with the funding from the WMF, Sustainable Kaipara will develop and implement plans which embed circular economy practice and set a foundation for long-term change in the Kaipara region.

Our Parks team is looking to replant and refresh the area around the ‘Sound Stage’ in Ruawai (opposite the Kaipara Kai Hub). We’ve been advised by Northpower that the oak trees need to be removed as they are a danger to the overhead powerlines. Removal work will take place next week, and then with community collaboration we will replant the area.

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Our team will be doing a pest animal cull during the week beginning 10 August. Campground bookings will be closed during this time. As this cull is happening at night only the Domain will be open to the public during the day as normal. Please be aware no entry will be admitted to the Domain area post sundown.

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We will be having a drop-in session 4.00–6.00pm 13 August at Sportsville to discuss the future look and feel of Memorial Park, including Sportsville. More details to follow. Any questions or queries for any of the above can be directed to parks@kaipara.govt.nz.

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Calling all poets

Dancing with Pulse

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u by Ann van Engelen

The Kauri Museum has launched its annual poetry and song lyric competition to celebrate National Poetry Day on August 21.

Krystal Williams-Tuhoro started Pulse Dance Studio at Maungaturoto to provide an opportunity for children and teenagers alike to learn many styles of dance.

p Well-known Kiwi musician and local resident Jed Town performing on his bass at last year’s Open Mic Night at The Kauri Museum

Entries are open to all residents of the Kaipara District and Northland region. The period for submissions opened on July 18 and will close on August 8. “It is the second year the museum has run this competition. It follows from last year’s successful event and the funfilled Open Mic Night and prize-giving,” said public programme coordinator Mary Stevens. “The competition is for poetry or song lyrics with the theme, The Ebb and Flow of the Kaipara, referencing the harbour that is so prominent in our lives. “While this is an adult-only competition, students may perform at the open mic night. The students-only

competition begins on National Poetry Day, August 21, which is also the date of Open Mic Night,” she said. Museum general manager, Dr Tracey Wedge, said she is looking forward to this year’s poets’ and musicians’ contributions. “Last year’s entries for National Poetry Day at The Kauri Museum brought a unique Kaipara perspective. The Open Mic Night, too, brought all ages together to share in poetry and song to an appreciative audience.” Entry is free, with a maximum of three entries each person. For entry forms and more details, including the student event, visit kaurimuseum.com/ whats-on. ¢

“We are a competitive dance school and cater from two-year-olds to 21-year-olds. I believe these are great ages to learn,” says Krystal. “We stopped physical lessons during Covid lockdown, and are restarting the recreational classes on Tuesday. We did online classes during lockdown, and the dancers in competitive p Jeantea Moore and other Maungaturoto Pulse Dance Studio students joined with the Ruakaka dance troupe classes are now attending recently to compete at the Northland Ballet and the Ruakaka studio. Dance competition “The recreational classes in Maungaturoto are lots of fun. and Dance competition. She was very The younger students’ lessons are confident for her first time competing and about movement, balance and brain was up against dancers who have done development. Once they get older, they this for years. Jeantea was awarded very can get involved in the competitive side highly commended — all our students of things. achieved their personal goals. “We teach jazz, ballet, tap, “This August, we are holding our contemporary, urban which is elements annual workshop and competition at of hip-hop and modern styles, lyrical the Waipu Coronation Hall. We have and musical theatre. We have a few a professional dancer from Auckland teachers working alongside me and attending, and anyone can take part to also have a tumbling and fitness coach. learn from her. For more information, “Jeantea Moore was one of the check out the Pulse Dance Studio Maungaturoto girls who recently Facebook page. We are also looking at competed for the first time in a troupe offering classes in Wellsford if we have as well as solo at the Northland Ballet enough interest.” ¢

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Stock attack shocks

Squash encourages fitness

u by Liz Clark

u by Ann van Engelen

Maungaturoto Country Club has issued a warning to local dog owners after several newborn lambs were killed last weekend.

The members of Kaiwaka Squash Club are getting ready for the Business House Competition and have recently established Ladies Night as a way to encourage others into the sport.

p Maungaturoto Country Club has issued a warning to dog owners after an attack left eight lambs dead during last weekend

“For the second year running, we have had to deal with dog attacks on our sheep farm at the Maungaturoto Country Club,” said MCC committee member Kathy Strong. Mrs Strong said a wandering dog has killed eight lambs to date and has left their farm manager devastated by the attacks. “It is devastating for our farm manager to do a lambing beat and find a trail of mauled dead lambs — we have lost eight so far. “It is disheartening and frustrating when dog owners will not take responsibility for the destruction their dogs do when left to roam. Your dog does not have to be a dangerous dog to attack stock.”

The club has warned the public that any dogs found roaming loose on the farm will be destroyed. “The club has only one choice, and that is to take a hard line with this. The MCC relies heavily on the income from the lambs, so losing any is a big loss to us. “So, we are asking that the neighbours keep an eye out for any dogs on the club grounds. If you have dogs, please keep them on your property,” Mrs Strong said. MCC is also appealing to locals to get photographs of any dogs seen on the farm property. They can be sent to the club by email so that the animals can be identified and the owners located. ¢

“We are also starting a Junior Programme in October for younger players to come along and get involved,” says Kaiwaka Squash Club secretary Lana Thompson. “It is fun, fast and exciting no matter your skill, age or gender. My six-year-old son plays now and loves it. Squash is not a highly recognised sport but in New Zealand we have a lot of talented players and we are on the world stage with two players in the top 10. “We have so much potential here in Kaiwaka as p Members of the Kaiwaka Squash Club are encouraging a club because of where we Mangawhai and Kaiwaka community members to try are located at the Kaiwaka the sport Sports Association Complex in Gibbons Road. The sports complex club. The team with the most points at is a fantastic asset to the Kaiwaka and the end of the competition wins. Mangawhai communities with tennis “We would love to see new people and basketball courts, rugby, the gym come along and have a go at squash. It and the pool. is a game that improves cardiovascular “Club night is Monday night and health as you run, leap and dive for Ladies Night is Wednesday nights. The the ball. It is a great way to meet Business House will be $40 per team others in the local Kaiwaka and beginning on Monday, August 3 starting Mangawhai community. at 6pm. It is a semi-casual event open “Check out our Kaiwaka Squash Club to members and non-members of the Facebook page for more information.” ¢

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Maunu Substation We are making great progress on the construction of our $6.6 million Maunu substation and remain on track to have it operating by Christmas. 75% of the building is now complete and in August we will start on the electrical work – for the engineers among our readers this includes 33kV and 11kV switchgear along with the installation of a 10MVA

Substation upgrade to benefit the CBD transformer (that is enough to supply electricity to 5,000 houses). The Maunu substation will cater for residential growth in and around the wider Maunu area in years to come It will also provide an alternative electricity supply for Whangarei Hospital and the CBD, providing a more resilient network.

You may have noticed our crews doing some work at our substation in the Forum North carpark recently. We apologise for any inconvenience but this is an important job to ensure reliable power is provided to the CBD. We are replacing 45 year old equipment in this building with modern, safer equipment, as well as undertaking some much needed building maintenance.

The project will provide a safer working environment for our staff and also enables us to operate the new equipment remotely from our control room – meaning in the event of an outage we can restore power more quickly. This will also be the site of the new Tesla EV Supercharger, so keep an eye out for that in the next couple of months!

The substation under wraps – look out for a new look substation building in the future.

Northpower Trust’s annual meeting Our new substation at Maunu is progressing well and will be complete before Christmas.

Winter energy saving tips Cooktops and stoves make up around 10-15% of an average power bill. When using the oven try and cook more than one thing at a time, e.g. while a casserole is cooking cook a cake or dessert at the same time.

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Experience Northland’s cuisine

Retired from teaching u by Ann van Engelen

Jenny Joynt has taught in many schools across her 40-year career with Ruawai College being her last place of teaching full-time.

u by Ann van Engelen

Using only locally-sourced ingredients, Savour!NORTHLAND FEAST 2020 is presenting a variety of the region’s restaurants, wineries and breweries that are creating special edition dishes to put Northland on a plate. Facilitated by Northland Inc, the event is designed to showcase the unique flavours of Tai Tokerau. “The event runs until August 2 and is in the form of a celebration food trail. There is something delicious for everyone to enjoy,” says Northland Food and Beverage ambassador, Justine Stuart. “The idea of designing a dish or set menu that expresses the distinctive flavours of Northland caught on quickly. More than 30 hospitality businesses have signed up to be part of the food trail. “Northland has acquired a burgeoning reputation for fresh produce, fine wines, boutique or artisan foods and beverages, as well as being home to an array of award-winning cheese, chilli sauce and preserve producers. “We want as many people as possible to support it, and hopefully set the tone for even bigger and better events in the future. The online map of Northland identifies where visitors can sample the dishes that celebrate local kai. We hope diners will share their FEAST 2020

p Justine Stuart, Northland Food and Beverage ambassador is excited to present Savour!NORTHLAND FEAST 2020 to local communities

experiences online. Ultimately, we want to create a platform for our food and beverage community to connect, to collectively evolve an identity for our thriving industry here in Tai Tokerau, and to show the world what it means to ‘Savour Northland’.” To find out where to dine go to the savournorthland.nz website. ¢

“It is time for me to say my farewells though I shall see many students and community members around the village or when I relief teach,” says Jenny. “I started teaching when I was 20 years old and have taught for more than 40 years now. Ruawai is a great place and this is a great school. I have also taught at Dargaville High School. I encourage students to enjoy it here because some forget to appreciate what they have. p Jenny Joynt has spent many years across her 40-year career “Kaipara is very special teaching students in Ruawai and Dargaville to me as my father came from Dargaville. I grew up in Auckland adults. My advice to everyone is to get but spent a lot of my holidays on the to know the people around you, in this family farm with the Frederick family, place right now. who are my cousins. “Get to know what makes them laugh “Ruawai is a great community, and or cry and what motivates them. These I will miss the interaction with the will be your memories of each other and teachers who are passionate about how they will remember you. education. I believe students in Kaipara “The greatest gift people can have just as much opportunity as those exchange is friendship. That means in the city and have seen many go on to being a kind, genuine person that a university or gain trades and become friend can trust. We may move on to business owners. It is wonderful to see other places but right here and now, this them grow up to become responsible is a great place.” ¢

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Antics at the circus u by Ann van Engelen

The team at Circus Kumarani are offering Youth Circus classes to introduce young people to the fun, laughter, talent and skills that can only be found at the circus. “We teach a wide range of activities including props administration such as poi, juggling and diabolo. They will learn other circus skills as well like aerial art and tightrope walking,” said Circus Kumarani manager Tania Whetu. “Our motto is for all ages and abilities. Our team teaches specific skills and if the children discover a favourite prop, they can practise that specifically during the free playtime. “It is great for children because we work in a group and the circus teaches physical and social skills. We individually spend time with each student and everyone comes away with a new trick. “At the end of each term we hold a short performance for friends and family. This term we have the Whangarei Fringe Festival in October and those who come along to the classes are welcome to join us. We also prepare for our Christmas show in Dargaville. “Lot of students keep coming back and we love seeing new faces. The classes run on a Thursday from 4–5.30pm at Circus Kumarani, 15 Onslow Street, Dargaville. The cost is $100 for a 10-week pass and $15 for a trial session. The pass can be used as a family card to share the classes. “On the last Friday of every month

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Rotarians seek comrades in kindness u by Andy Bryenton

Despite a year disrupted by COVID lockdown restrictions, Dargaville’s Rotary Club have doubled down on their community involvement, having a lot of fun along the way.

p Local Rotarians have a great time supporting others and helping out in the community — now they welcome new members for 2020 and beyond

p Children who attend the Circus Kumarani classes learn a wide range of circus tricks and activities

from 4–6pm we have our Tame the Flame lessons and teach people how to spin fire toys like the poi and staff. It is really exciting for children to learn about fire in a safe environment. “Tame the Flame is a $10 koha to spin fire and spectators are welcome. To spin fire you must wear natural fibres like cotton or wool. For more information go to the Circus Kumarani Facebook page.” ¢ OPEN HOME PRICE RANGE

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A quick look at their itinerary for 2020 shows just how busy the Rotary club have been, and how much they have had a positive impact. From helping park hundreds of vehicles at the Northland Field Days and manning the booths welcoming guests, through to hosting a group of international fellow Rotarians from the Indian subcontinent, there has been ‘never a dull moment’, according to senior members of the long-established civic club. Weekly meetings have been graced with speeches and presentations from mountaineers, ballet dancers

and exchange students, both leaving after a year here from Austria, and returning from a year in Switzerland. In both cases, Rotary International was the facilitator, allowing these young people to experience a whole new culture and society. Rotarians have also supported school prize-givings, speech competitions, tree plantings, and our town’s own classic film festival at the Anzac Theatre. It’s all about being among friends and knowing you’re doing something positive for your town, says Dargaville Rotary’s president. ¢

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75 YEARS OF BOATING CONGRATULATIONS NORTHERN WAIROA BOATING CLUB 75 YEARS! From your friendly locally owned and operated liquor store WINES - ALES - SPIRITS - GIFTS (and of course, a sailor’s ransom in rare imported rum!)

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A legacy worth celebrating u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville has been defined by its relationship with the Northern Wairoa River, just as surely as London has been influenced by the Thames and Cairo by the Nile. The wide and muddy waters were a lifeline in early days, a superhighway for vessels as disparate as waka and tall ships, steamboats and diesel-powered launches. For the past 75 years, one group of locals has kept that relationship fresh. The year 1945 was a big one for events on the high seas, as the closing days of the second world war witnessed battles in the Pacific, and many Dargaville men deployed in both the navy and the merchant marine. In the town itself, a very different place from today, the thoughts of boaties were no longer fixated on victory over the Axis powers. They’d turned to founding a club for locals who were keen for some fun on the river and the harbour, using the can-do attitude and boatbuilding technology of the time to best effect. Dargaville had always had a strong boat building presence. Between the current town and Te Kopuru to the south there had been many ventures constructing whole vessels and their component parts during the great kauri boom. These new boats, however, were different from the purposeful traders and fishing vessels of yesteryear. More efficient, lighter and smaller petrol

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p For club Commodore Janice Cleaver, being part of the boating club is all about spending quality time with family and friends; the restoration of her family’s own classic launch was a high point this year

and diesel engines were now available to the common person. With a bit of woodworking know-how, some weekend time in the shed and a little help from mates and family, a new breed of pleasure craft took to the river. Some were simple, others boasted more elaborate comforts, but all were for a new purpose; boating for the joy of it.

Many of those original families who enthusiastically embraced the founding of the Northern Wairoa Boating Club have been represented under its banner by subsequent generations, down to the present day. It’s one of the oldest riverbased boating clubs in the nation, and may well be the most venerable in terms of continual and uninterrupted service

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75 YEARS OF BOATING to its local boating community. What’s more, some of those old original boats have been lovingly restored or kept well maintained during the decades, and still grace the river today. The Northern Wairoa Boating Club has, from its inception been very involved with the community, and continues to be a social institution in Dargaville to this day. Their clubrooms command a great view of the river and are often utilised for live music events. Club members and guests enjoy the hospitality of a ‘locally legendary’ kitchen crew who are renowned for their steak dinners and Sunday roasts. Many older citizens take the time to enjoy a roast meal here on the weekends, in what has become a bit of a Dargaville tradition. The bond between the club and the town is shown off best during the NWBC’s annual regatta, during which many local businesses gift prizes and offer support or sponsorship. Following last year’s event, no less than 40 such patrons were invited to a gala dinner by the commodore for their assistance. The regatta itself was set to be part of a wider river festival this year, though the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic disrupted plans and set back festivities to 2021. In prior years, of course, this event was a major one on the Dargaville calendar, with boats sailing from all points around the Kaipara Harbour to participate. The Northern Wairoa Boating Club is one of many dotted around the southern hemisphere’s largest harbour; tendrils of salt water connect boaties as far away as Helensville, Port Albert, Ruawai, Pahi and Whakapirau. Many vessels from

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p Many of the watercraft which belong to the Northern Wairoa Boating Club have extensive histories and associations with local families going back generations

these far-flung ports come to contest the regatta’s yearly races, and our locals reciprocate, setting sail for events with their sister clubs on a regular basis. Another annual event hosted by the club is the famous Seagull race, where tiny 2-horsepower dinghies brave the currents and curves of the river for bragging rights and glory. Then there’s the annual raft race, in which teams have to build their own craft out of found materials and recycled junk; more than once one of these ramshackle creations has fallen apart in the river, with the intrepid crew picked up by race marshalls from the club. There’s literally been a lot of water

WE’RE PROUD TO SUPPORT NORTHERN WAIROA BOATING CLUB! 75 YEARS ‘ALL AT SEA’ AND STILL SHIPSHAPE!

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75 YEARS OF BOATING

We’re all boaties at heart u by Andy Bryenton

New Zealand is one of the only countries on earth where every single citizen can trace their ancestry back to a sailor or navigator. From the ocean going waka of the great Polynesian seafarers to the tall ships of colonial times, all of us came here by sea, making nautical heritage a shared experience. That background doesn’t just show through in our love of the sea, rivers and lakes, fishing, diving and of course sailing. It’s ingrained in our language. You show your true colours when you tell someone to pipe down, or that they’re overbearing. Tell them they’re a loose cannon or a son of a gun, and you’re revealing even more modern ‘sailor talk’; all of these terms come from the world of boating. Cunning treasure ships in the days of piracy only showed their ‘true colours’ (the flag they sailed under) after making sure that others ships in the vicinity weren’t set on plunder. To ‘pipe down’ was literally to tell sailors to go to sleep at the end of their shift. The First Mate would let them stay up for a while gambling or telling

stories, but after a while he’d sound his whistle to signal lights out. Overbearing people cut off your sentences, just like an ‘overbearing’ ship sails into the ill-mannered position of blocking the breeze for another boat’s sails. As for the cannon references, there was nothing more dangerous than a loose cannon smashing about on deck in a storm, and a ‘son of a gun’ was a baby born on a ship, where the surgeon-doctor’s quarters were amid the gun decks. You could ‘turn a blind eye’ to this nautical language, but you’d just be referencing Admiral Nelson, who deliberately looked through his telescope at the signals to retreat with his ‘blind eye’ at Trafalgar, and went on to score a major victory. Scuttlebutt, the

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p A sailor’s child born aboard ship could be called a ‘son of a gun’ — just one of the nautical phrases which pepper the English language

term for gossip, refers to the ‘scuttled’ or punctured water barrel where sailors would gather and talk, as modern people do around the office water cooler. They’d rather have accessed the ‘slush fund’, however; the quartermaster of many ships would save the dregs of every keg, bottle and unfinished cup of beer and liquor, pouring it all into one barrel of ‘slush’ to keep the crew happy with drinks even if the voyage

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Empowering meaningful lives u by Liz Clark

Fired up

Paparoa Primary School students have been involved in The Virtues Project; a grass roots global initiative to inspire the practice of virtues in everyday life.

p Paparoa Primary School pupils with their Virtues Tolerance certificates from the school’s recent prize-giving

TE IKAROA — THE MILKY WAY — MAYHLA HOWELLS

“The Virtues Project empowers individuals to live more authentic meaningful lives and families to raise children of compassion and integrity,” says principal Simon Schuster. “Each year, we have an overarching theme. “This year’s theme is ‘little things matter’, and each term we have two supporting virtues. Our last supporting virtue was tolerance. “At the end of our focus on our supporting virtue, we celebrate students who have been role models in that area. The Virtues Project helps Paparoa

School students to be the best person they can be and prepares them for their future,” said Mr Schuster. “It has inspired and mobilised people worldwide to commit acts of service and generosity, to heal violence with virtues in more than 100 countries. Mr Schuster said The Virtues Project was founded in Canada in 1991 by Linda Kavelin-Popov, Dr Dan Popov and John Kavelin. “It was honoured by the United Nations during the International Year of the Family as a global model programme for families of all cultures.” ¢

p Maungaturoto Playcentre’s children and parents visited the local fire brigade at the station recently. “Our children and parents enjoyed learning about fire safety and exploring the big fire truck,” said spokesperson Emma Maxwell. “Massive thanks to Maungaturoto Fire Station for letting us visit. We learnt lots and had so much fun. Our children were very excited — to say the least!”

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Hydraulic excavators are the driving force behind most modern construction, with their action that mimics that movement of a human arm substituting pistons and hoses for muscles. The father of this technology was inspired by watching a water wheel while on a fishing trip in the 1840s. Sir William Armstrong noted that the wheel wasted much of the power of the river he was standing in, and wondered if a system of pipes would help channel the flow. That led him to look at the works of earlier experimenters, like Da Vinci and the ancient Greeks and Romans, who had developed musical instruments powered by water pressure. Fellow Englishman Joseph Bramah had invented the hydraulic press two almost half a century earlier. Still, Armstrong became convinced that the future of hydraulics wasn’t in pushing down, but in lifting things up. He developed a system for the port of Newcastle, where the city’s new piped water system had its massive back pressure tapped to power cranes to unload ships. These were so much more efficient than the steam cranes they replaced that Armstrong began to explore other ways to build on his

hydraulic business. While he also used his knowledge of pressure in pipes to create more efficient army and navy guns, Armstrong developed the first hydraulic excavator in the 1880s, using it to excavate the docks at Hull. It was an ungainly steam-powered monster, but it chewed through dirt and rock, like nothing before. Ultimately the design was improved by the Kilgore company, who did away with Armstrong’s extra chains and gears, developing the ‘opposing piston’ hydraulic set up we see today. Kilgore may have beaten him to the punch there. Still, Armstrong’s hydraulic works reached their pinnacle in 1894, when the company he’d helped found deployed gigantic new hydraulic accumulators, steam-powered pumps and giant pistons to build London’s Tower Bridge, perhaps the city’s most famous landmark. Downsizing those

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Configured for velocity u by Andy Bryenton

It’s a question which most motorcyclists consider at some time in their career on the road. What would Batman ride? The obvious choice used to be the fearsome and unhinged Dodge Tomahawk, a V10 Viper engine fitted with a seat and some wheels. But now there’s a new choice for the Caped Crusader, and it’s one that’s worth a look for non-superheroes as well. Witness the madness and genius of the Yamaha Niken GT: three wheels and 850cc of grand touring motorcycle, with the face of an angry robot spider and a name derived from the samurai sword style of the legendary Musashi Miyamoto. Niken means ‘two swords’, you see, and just like the 17th-century martial arts master, you can get more grip and more engagement by doubling your control surfaces. That’s what Yamaha were up to when they one-upped the Can-Am Spyder and put the engine from the award winning MT-09 in a higher, wider frame with two tyres at the front. Riders report that there’s just that much more grip with extra rubber on the deck, and that despite having an advanced dual suspension system to iron out the bumps, there’s still ample feel through the wide-set handlebars. Twisting mountain roads are the natural habitat of the Niken GT, which, despite appearances, is capable of leaning way down until the ends of its foot pegs evaporate in a hail of sparks.

This is really an exercise in Yamaha stepping outside the box. The temptation to make their next bike bigger, stronger, faster and more brutal has been sidestepped, and, in truth, if you want brutality or sheer speed, Yamaha will not leave you wanting. This is a reimagining of the whole motorcycle concept, with a hearty dash of cyberpunk anime inspiration to its styling, and an inyour-face aesthetic which emphasises rather than hides away its focal point. Or points, plural. The Niken GT is not a beginner’s bike with training wheels. It’s not a big soft touring trike for scenery appreciators, either. It’s something new, which (and we can’t state this enough) is not an affront to your Harley Davidson’s traditional design, in the same way that a chopped Baja bug is not a slap in the face for the Mercedes S Class. It’s a challenge, which began when Yamaha’s engineers were invited to try something new, and which now sits there like a jalapeno cocktail in a world of same-same pale ales, daring you to give it a go. ¢

p Niken means ‘two swords’, and references historic ‘warrior saint’ Musashi’s game-changing martial arts skill

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

GARAGE SALE 3 Lorne Street Dargaville, Saturday 1st of August, 8am till 12pm.

1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 - Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

BUILDING WORK — renovations, decks, fences, retaining walls & sheds. Qualified builder. For a free quote, phone Kieran Frood 021 208 8241.

CARPET, VINYL and hard flooring. Full supply and installation service. Mobile showroom. Free measure and quote. Phone Christine — Kaipara Flooring Co 021 515 415. CHICKEN MANURE for sale in bulk or small lots — $20 cubic metre plus freight call 09 432 2444 or 027 476 5458. FIREWOOD 4 Sale. Shed stored, dry Macrocarpa, $100m³. 10% discount for Gold Card holders. Delivery Kaipara. Phone Karl or Steve 09 439 0403. LOUNGE SUITE, italian cream leather, 3 piece, 5 seats + high back. Good order, $600. Phone 09 439 1388. SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara — car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices. Phone Derek 09 439 7573. TOP SOIL, top quality, $75 per m3 onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

Security SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

Septic Tank Services EFFLUENT REMOVAL, just give us a call, we remove it all. ‘Magic Property Services’. Phone 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. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

Month Market Saturday 1st August Community Hall Hokianga Road Dargaville, opposite the Anzac Theatre.

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LEASED LAND wanted for grazing. Any size, any area. Phone Michael to discuss, 021 723 940.

Trade & Services DECKS, FENCES, all small building jobs undertaken, Baylys Beach based. Phone Ross for a free quote, NorWest Building & Maintenance, 027 412 0840. WATER TANK Cleaning. Phone Pete 027 444 3053 or 09 405 9510.

Tree Services TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

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VERSATILE HANDYMAN service for light construction. Decks, concrete, paving, digger work, tanks, plastering, painting, maintenance & repairs. Please phone for free quote 021 143 1494.

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CLASSIFIEDS

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Closing date for classified advertising for the August 4 2020 edition is Monday August 3 2020

Livestock

Public Notices

FRIESIAN BULL calves 13 top quality. Autumn born, weaned, dehorned, vaccinated & approximately 120kgs. Viewing welcome, $500+GST/Head. Phone 027 263 5392.

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697. An enjoyable night to be part of, or sit back and be entertained by some great local talent.

MATAKOHE SALES We are now holding fortnightly auction sales at the Matakohe Sale yards.

Commencing Friday 24th July 2020 Start time 12.30 pm

Contact: Blair Sidwell 021 325 325 Mike Peele 027 520 1771 Donald McKenzie 021 754 174 Noel Baker 027 455 5828

Situations Vacant WE REQUIRE Ground Crew for our Whakapirau based helicopter operation, must have full clean drivers licence, phone 09 431 8590.

RECEPTION ADMINISTRATOR WANTED WE PRESENT THE NEWS TO OUR COMMUNITY ARE YOU THE RIGHT PERSON TO REPRESENT US?

This is a full-time position situated in Dargaville, which requires communication skills, computer literacy, a positive and outgoing manner and the ability to help solve people’s problems. From receiving classified advertisements through to helping make appointments for journalistic interviews and answering the publics questions, you will be the first point of contact. HAVE YOU GOT WHAT IT TAKES? APPLY TODAY! Full training will be provided.

Public Notices

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville A-A Meetings are held at the church, crn Parore and Normanby Sts. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Phone Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248. LOVE REMEMBERS my holy Sabbath, Romans 3:31, Matthew 5:17-19. 1 John: 2: 3-5. MONEY MATTERS - Casual group chat over morning tea about money issues you would like help with. Bring along a friend. Every Friday 10.00am to 11.00am at Kaipara Budgeting Service, 80 Normanby Street. Phone 09 439 8592. PSYCHOTHERAPY IN the comfort and privacy of my home, I offer psychotherapy using a variety of techniques designed for the needs of each person. Sadness, difficult memories, relationship/family issues, depression, specific traumas, past events & more. Contact details: 027 667 8268 Christine Elliott. RMN, Cert, Ed, Psychotherapist and Group facilitator.

In Memoriam In loving memory of my darling husband

02/03/1948 – 27/07/2015 INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBERS

The Kauri Coast Recreational Society is a local community organisation that operates the multi-purpose sports facility at Memorial Park in Dargaville. To help us grow and develop Sportsville Dargaville, we need experienced members of the public to join our Board. It currently consists of five appointed independent board members and two members elected by stakeholder groups. We are currently seeking applications for two of the independent board positions and one elected by stakeholder groups. There is currently a vacancy on the Board for an appointed member and Richard Alspach is also retiring from the board as an appointed board member. Consequently, we have two board positions to be filled by appointment. Bronwyn Williamson is also retiring as an elected member. Her position will be filled by nomination and voting from affiliated sports groups. Becoming a board member gives you the chance to develop and utilise your skill-set for the benefits of your local community. It enables you to have a direct say in the development and direction of this new sports facility. If you feel that you have one or more of the following skills, please send in a CV and covering letter to sportsvilledargaville@gmail.com before Thursday 13th August 2020. • Financial understanding • Event management • Facility management • Leadership

Northern Wairoa Voice for Life

Five years have passed and I don’t know if the tears I cry are for you or for myself because I must now live without you. Two things I do know, I love you and I miss you so much my heart hurts.

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In loving memory of Ina Joy honey, Past away 28th July 2019. Miss you heaps, Love Fred. Funerals Services

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KAIPARA HUNT AGM Friday 14th August, 8pm at Maungaturoto Country Club, Bickerstaffe Road, Maungaturoto

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Monday 10 August 1:00pm – 6:00pm

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WESTERN SHARKS VS MID NORTHERN Premier Reserves VS Mid Northern - 12:30 pm Premiers VS Mid Northern - 2:15 pm

Saturday, 01st August 2020 Mid Northern Rugby Club, Whangarei Proudly sponsored by Catherine Stewart & Todd Skudder - Bayleys Real Estate MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

ACROSS: 1 KAPOK, 4 UNDER THE DOCTOR, 11 UNWED, 14 MANIA, 15 BLOCKBUSTER, 16 BLUFFING, 19 SHAMPOO, 20 SPARE, 21 PAPERCLIP, 24 CUPBOARDS, 26 MILTON, 27 ENDING, 31 FLAIR, 32 ELEGANCE, 34 DISTILLERY, 38 ABDOMEN, 39 AMOUNT, 40 EMBRYO, 41 JOIN, 42 BLAMING, 45 RACECOURSE, 50 RAFTERS, 54 NOOK, 55 SOUGHT, 56 OPAQUE, 57 EMBRACE, 60 OVERSUPPLY, 61 HEDGEHOG, 62 DAILY, 65 CRISIS, 66 STAIRS, 67 EFFICIENT, 72 BALLPOINT, 73 BEEFY, 74 BRACING, 79 OBEDIENT, 80 OMNIPOTENCE, 81 MOTTO, 82 THING, 83 SPRING-CLEANING, 84 WEEDS. DOWN: 2 APATHY, 3 OPIUM, 5 NILE, 6 ESCAPED, 7 TUBERS, 8 ELSE, 9 OVERALLS, 10 RELICS, 11 UNFRIENDLY, 12 WRIT, 13 DIGGING, 17 LOBBY, 18 NEGOTIABLE, 22 RALLY, 23 TIRESOME, 25 UNIFORM, 26 MAESTRO, 28 GLOBAL, 29 UNSURE, 30 STAYER, 33 GAMMA, 35 YANKS, 36 KEEN, 37 NEAR, 42 BANJO, 43 ANOREXIA, 44 GROUPS, 45 REGULATION, 46 CATS, 47 CLOTHES, 48 UGANDA, 49 SAUTÉ, 51 ARMS, 52 TERRAIN, 53 RECALL, 58 ESTIMATING, 59 SOLID, 63 CINNAMON, 64 LITRE, 65 CHEROOT, 68 FIFTEEN, 69 BLUNTS, 70 REMOVE, 71 UNITED, 75 CLOSE, 76 YETI, 77 DISC, 78 ICON.

July 28 - 2020

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

15 HAIMONA STREET, DARGAVILLE

$325,000 79 JUMNA ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$595,000 0 STATE HIGHWAY 12, TURIWIRI

$225,000 9 GOEBEL STREET, TINOPAI

NEW LISTING

PRICE REDUCED

$485,000

I’LL BE YOUR CASTLE

EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY, PRIVATE BOAT RAMP

BEST BE QUICK

BEACH HOME WITH FULL SUN

This is a lovely present home which features, open plan living, compact kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sep wc, deck off the living area, single garage. Ideal for those wanting their own home with minimal section to maintain. Located handy to the local dairy, schools & rest home.

Two bedroom cedar clad Initial Home built in 2013. Set on 1.0955ha of pasture land and gardens in this exclusive subdivision where the residents enjoy access to their own private boat ramp straight onto the Kaipara Harbour. Head out within 2.5 hours each side of high tide from this ramp.

This 5905m2 lifestyle block has a great rural outlook in every direction including Tutamoe, is fully fenced and has power and phone at the boundary plus good fences and gates. Land like this is becoming harder to find so best you take action before someone else beats you to it.

Spacious modern beach home with large entertainer´s deck. Open plan living with 4 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms. Great countryside views and view of the water. Fourth bedroom is great rumpus / hobby area. Walk through reserve land towards beach. Call Rhoda today!

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4142

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2450

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021 461 668 WEB ID RJS4146

RHODA MORRISON Ph 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2381

144 COLVILLE ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$465,000 5 VIEW STREET, MAUNGATUROTO

$585,000 211C PAHI ROAD, PAPAROA

$595,000 incl GST 164 ARCADIA ROAD, PAPAROA

$810,000 plus gst (if any)

NEW LISTING

IDEAL FAMILY HOME

LARGE FAMILY HOME WITH POOL

AWESOME PAHI RIVER VIEWS

HOME & LARGE WOOLSHED ON 27 ACRES

Nestled on the town fringe is this large character home which sits on a large 4603sqm section. A 1920’s bungalow which features, separate lounge opening onto north facing conservatory. Dining room with open fire, 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, lined room ideal for a hobby room.

Offering space and quality family living in mind. 230sqm, 5 bedroom home, super generous in size, open floor plan .Gas hot water and gas cooking. Double sized bedrooms with two en suites, one with a spa bath, the main bathroom as well makes this family home so workable. Section of 1,114 sqm. FOR SALE SHAR SCHULTZ Mob 022 046 4790 WEB ID MRE2469

Privately located 1 bedroom home with awesome uninterrupted views to the Pahi Wharf. Downstairs office, bathroom and huge garaging. Sits on 2.55 ha’s. Approx 4km’s to Pahi all tide wharf and boat launching facilities.

North-facing lifestyle with large family home and big wool shed and covered yards. Plenty of grazing, shade trees, dam water and seasonal stream. Suitable for a variety of animals with all the feed, yards and shelter. Picturesque valley views. 5 mins to Paparoa. Ph Rhoda today!

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE2409

RHODA MORRISON PH 0274 800 691 WEB ID MRE2439

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS4138

STATE HIGHWAY 12, BRYNDERWYN

$625,000 20 THIRD AVE, DARGAVILLE

$300,000 24 BICKERSTAFFE ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$549,000 61 HURNDALL STREET, MAUNGATUROTO

1,100,000

NEW LISTING

A CRAFTSMAN’S DREAM!

KISS YOUR LANDLORD GOODBYE ...

IF SIZE MATTERS - MAUNGATUROTO TOWNSHIP

LIVING THE LUXURY LIFESTYLE

A 3 bedroom home that has been lovingly restored to a very high standard by the current owners. It couldn’t get better with new kitchen, oak overlay flooring, new doors and ceilings, heat pump, modern LED lighting throughout, separate laundry, 2 x 16,000L water tanks.

Overlooking town and surrounding farmland is this cosy 2 bedroom home with open plan living, a deck off the lounge, insulation, single garage and the established grounds are fully fenced. Also has a lined room under the house which is perfect for storage, workshop or hobby room, you choose.

Nestled down a private driveway you will discover this immaculate home, sitting on 5.85 acres of well fenced pasture. At a very generous 433m2, this house has everything you might need and then some. With room to accommodate a large family or extra guests the possibilities are endless.

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE2373

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS4153

Some tender loving care you will make this home come alive. Large double storey family home perfect for a growing family or space for teenagers to spread out. 2 lounge areas, tiled dining area, fire place, wetback, 5 double bedrooms, totally flat backyard. Tandem carport and garden/work shop shed. FOR SALE JILL POWELL Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE2470

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

KARYN HODGSON Mob 029 7799 019 WEB ID MRE2434

www.roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

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