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Kaipara mayor seeks national role u by Paul Campbell

“I will not be seeking re-election as mayor of Kaipara District in the October local body elections, and going forward, the best way I can serve the people of Northland is to seek the National Party candidacy for Northland, which includes all of Kaipara District,” said Dr Jason Smith.

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“However, I still have the backs of the Kaipara people. I am not going away, and (parliament) is just the next step.

The reform storm being brewed by the government grows. Three Waters, SNAs, RMA and health reforms are among what’s forecast to impact the lives of Northland people and radically alter our democracy.”

Dr Smith was the Nor thland representative on the Three Waters panel, and this appears to have been the springboard for his new direction.

“I’m disappointed but not surprised that the government has accepted most of the recommendations of the working group on which I was a member,” he said.

In an earlier reference, he stated: ”This model of reforms for stormwater, drinking water and wastewater will now absorb all KDC’s drainage districts, including Raupo/Ruawai, which will mean local decision-making for these places will be lost from us. Overall, I regard the proposed government reforms as an insult to democracy.

“Going forward, I hope there is a healthy debate to find the best mayoral candidate for the job I have greatly enjoyed in leading Kaipara District. If we had several very good candidates contesting for the mayoral job, it would be great for a healthy democracy.”

Nominations for elected members of the council close 10 weeks from now, on August 12. Dr Smith said he was pleased to have led the KDC “out of a very dark period and being able to serve the

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“Representing Kaipara people has been a highlight of my life, and I thank everyone, my council colleagues and wider stakeholders for the confidence shown in the journey we’ve all shared since my first election in 2018. My final day as mayor will be at the end of this term on election day on October 8.

“It would be wrong to seek at the same time re-election as mayor and risk the cost of a by-election for the Kaipara ratepayers if I were to be successful in the candidate selection proce s s later this year.”

Dr Smith contacted the National Party last week to discuss being a candidate and becoming a party member, “hopefully to represent Northland people for a better, more aspirational future.”

Dr Smith’s decision means a cascade of leadership in Northland, as well as Auckland.

Far North Mayor John Carter and Whangārei Mayor Sheryl p Kaipara Mayor until October, Dr Jason Smith Mai will not be seeking reelection in October, while Northland Dr Smith’s move towards a national Regional Council chair, Kaipara ward’s role means there will be no incumbent Penny Smart, has said she was undecided mayors for the government’s proposed about standing again. Auckland Mayor Three Waters Northland regional body Phil Goff is also standing down. coverage area. ¢

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Mayor’s Message Kia ora, At the 25 May Kaipara District Council meeting the Exposure Draft of the Kaipara District Plan was discussed and a decision made to hold back on the official release and consultation of that “rule book” document. The reason for this was to allow Elected Members more time to consider the impacts of what’s proposed.

It will be coming to a Council Briefing on 15 June for that additional conversation and then is expected to return to a subsequent Council Meeting where a decision will be made, hopefully at the end of June. KDC has been preparing this District Plan Review in very fast time and among Elected Members there are different opinions about what’s planned.

Not everyone may agree with every aspect of what may be in the Exposure Draft but having good discussion and getting shared understandings is important.

The Exposure Draft is expected to be released in the middle of the year and then the public will be able to get into it for themselves, confident in the knowledge Elected Members have been well-engaged with this with robust discussion here and there along the way. That’s the process!

Certainly right now it’s clear there is heightened interest in the community about what’s in the Exposure Draft of the Kaipara District Plan. More to follow on this.

 “Dargaville High School Vocational Studies Students recently attended a site visit to Firth Concrete Dargaville. We would like to thank manager Mike Couchman for the informative tour. The students are always keen to learn more about the world of work and potential employment opportunities,” DHS Gateway coordinator Jocelyn Hodgson said. She encourages businesses wanting to showcase what they do to contact her at the school as part of the incentive to allow students to experience career options.

Elected Members asked staff to continue identifying considerable savings and cost reductions wherever possible, keeping the planned programme of work but reducing the rates increase. We’re pleased the forecast total rates rise (excluding water) average of 4.86 percent is below what was indicated in Year Two of the Long Term Plan (7.13 percent). Trying to eliminate unnecessary costs and hold the reins tightly on rates has been a focus here.

With the cost-of-living crisis and inflation running now at 6.9%, keeping costs contained is a real challenge for Council, especially for large projects. For smaller things, as a way to contribute personally to keeping down the costs of the Council, for years I have paid for the Mayoral mobile phone and all my work calls myself, not charging the ratepayers. Some Elected Members don’t charge any expenses to Council at all, and in the new leased Council building in Dargaville there is no Mayoral Office. When added together these kinds of cost savings help to ease the burden on ratepayers at a difficult time and show our commitment to prudent management of finances.

p Rebecca Blatherwick’s appeal to raise money for cystic fibrosis has been a success, with $1,903 handed over to Cystic Fibrosis New Zealand. Rebecca braved the autumn weather to run a fundraiser and raffle in Dargaville’s main street last month, delivering 800 chocolate fish and taking in many hundreds of donations. She would like to thank supporters Jon Matich Surfwear, Fosters, 100% McKay’s Electrical, Goodlife, Bee Active apiaries, AD Focus, Knots by Kristen and the Wade family.

Emilie Foy and Judy Condon were the lucky winners of the raffle.

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p Metal-crafting artist Vesna Martinovich has featured her work in international competition and welded everything from heavy industrial machinery for farmers to delicately formed copper and steel grapevines. Now she’s taken on a huge commission to create a moving sculpture, a weathervane close to two metres in height depicting the characters from the folk tale Little Red Riding Hood. The large artwork features many different metals. The three-dimensional model of Red turns in the wind atop an arrow made from forged lillies and forest leaves, above the figures of the wolf and woodsman.

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Council collaborates New twist in sand wars saga as Three Waters looms u by Andy Bryenton

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The Kaipara District Council has joined with a group of other regional authorities and water service providers to share intelligence, anticipating the mandating of the Three Waters legislation.

Two bills granting sweeping powers over water supply and enforcement to the government are set to be placed before parliament as early as this month. The KDC has joined forces with other authorities that may lose their water autonomy to the proposed Entity A. This monolithic water body would take control of water from Auckland north, and p Despite previously voiced opposition to Three Waters, the KDC has collaborated with other affected parties to those authorities affected anticipate a transition to the new water regime have banded together to form the Northern Waters Group or NWG. The impetus for the formation of “The NWG is a collaboration between the NWG is the immanence of Three Watercare, Auckland Council Healthy Waters legislation. The bill forming the Waters, Kaipara District Council, four entities intended to control all water Whangarei District Council, Far North supply is expected to be presented in District Council and Northern Regional late June or early July.

A second bill, ceding power to the Council,” said the KDC’s infrastructure manager Anin Nama. government to enter private property for “The focus of the NWG is to build water-related purposes and economically a collaborative and transparent regulate water supply, is planned relationship to share knowledge and to enter parliament in December. resources, regardless of the Three Waters Extensive debate is expected around both bills. ¢ Reform proceeding.”

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Having had the first of their three, 35-year-long sand mining consents refused by Auckland Council, sand dredge operators McCallum Brothers have announced they are to challenge the decision in the Environment Court.

McCallum Brothers representatives opine that the case is complex and needs to be progressed to the Environment Court, where experts can evaluate the evidence.

However, opponents of sand mining off the Mangawhai coastline say that extensive expert testimony has already been presented. The p Sand savers called to unite; a mass protest against sand mining will take place at Mangawhai on July 10 at 10am, as sand decision of the panel was miners denied resource consent appeal the decision in court to deny the first of three resource consent applications by the concerns were met. Neither were the extraction operators. Two more are yet customary rights of Maori and their linked coastal processes, and the to be ruled upon.

“This application was considered the need for a precautionary approach easiest of the three to win, given it is the was emphasised.”

The change of venue to an Environment furthest from the shore of the three,” says Save Our Sands spokesperson Ken Court hearing will further lengthen the Rayward. He thought that the ruling of process of determining the fate of the east Auckland Council’s resource consent coast seabed. McCallum Brothers state panel marked a definitive victory in what that its operations are sustainable, and has been a long environmental fight. without its input, the construction industry “Auckland Council, and the highly- would face shortages. Mr Rayward and respected hearing commissioners, his allies are not convinced and plan a found McCallum’s application to be mass protest on July 10 at 10am, on lacking in evidence that environmental Mangawhai Beach, with all welcome. ¢

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Garden for generations u by Amy Fifita

Ruawai Kindergarten dove into environmental education with PermaDynamics by creating a syntropic garden as part of its Green-Gold Enviroschool kaupapa.

“I saw them on the Country Calendar in 2020, and they were from Matapouri, so some of us went to their workshop. I thought it would be cool to follow their principles here,” says educator Chanelle McLaughlin.

Frida Lotz-Keegan and Sean Malcolm from PermaDynamics were invited to Ruawai to demonstrate permaculture principles to children, educators p Children, educators and parents got their hands dirty as part of a permaculture day at Ruawai Kindergarten and parents. It was paid for last Monday using funds received from the Kauri Scholarship run by Northland “We are implementing a food forest Kindergarten Association. for the future generations with our “I wrote the proposal for a Kauri future generation. This one intervention Scholarship, and we won one and invited could produce food for 40-plus years,” PermaDynamics to come here with the Frida from PermaDynamics says. money. They made us a plan, brought us The event coincides with the 10th plants and taught us the core principles anniversary of the kindergarten of syntropic gardening,” Chanelle said. building and is part of its celebration.

Frida and Sean designed a plan and “I am delighted to see how much brought plants to the kindergarten. In this kindergarten has grown. When you preparation for their visit, a parent came plant a seed, make sure you nurture in with a rotary hoe to create a soil bed it and help it grow,” Whaea Lynette for planting.

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Four thousand trees for Matariki u by Andy Bryenton

Between June 20 and 21, the town of Ruawai will receive a whole new forest park, with three educational institutions and hundreds of local hands pitching in.

Four thousand native trees have been sourced thanks to the Matariki Tu Rākau Trust, which offer seedlings for community and memorial projects. These will be put in the ground by students from Ruawai’s kindergarten, primary school and college, working alongside educators and parents to transform an available field into a green oasis.

“I jumped at the opportunity,” says Ruawai Primary School principal Wayne Steele. “Then, I thought about how to tackle p Ruawai Primary School principal Wayne Steele with some this monumental task.” of the student volunteers who will help plant 4,000 trees “I went to the kindergarten, this month our next-door neighbours, as they are a Green Gold educator, and then to the flexibility of our new curriculum, to to the high school. It is a positive way we aid in learning while helping nature and the community.” can all work collaboratively.”

For two days later this month, an “When I got the call, I said we would under-utilised area of land will be made be there,” says Ruawai College assistant over by many hands, with a new forest principal Jay Warren.

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Council voice on sports questioned

Arts support for Ukraine civilians

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Sport Northland has proposed a shift to its board of trustees structure, which some Kaipara District Council members fear may marginalise the district’s voice within the sporting organisation.

Artist Janno McLaughlin has conceived a way to highlight the humanitarian crisis in war-torn Ukraine, using art to send a metaphorical hug to the civilians whose lives have been upended.

“We as Sport Northland have made a commitment, and changed our board of trustees structure,” said Sport Northland chair Libby Jones at last week’s council briefing session.

The changes, supported unanimously at the Sport Northland AGM, will see the board drop some elected members and replace them with appointed ones. KDC councillors supported one stated purpose of this move — to promote engagement with Māori. However, several members questioned whether a smaller board with less district involvement would mean that Kaipara was locked out.

The proposed new structure would see just two board members appointed by Northland’s Mayoral Forum. Councillor Peter Wethey was forthright in his questioning, citing the experience of the KDC with the previous structure of Northland Inc, which he opined had not given Kaipara adequate representation.

Northland Inc is now structured differently to deliver more inclusive outcomes.

“We want to make sure we are part of the action,” said Councillor Wethey. “If

p Proposed changes to the make-up of the Sport Northland board came under intense questioning from Councillor Peter Wethey and his colleagues

you only have two representatives for regional authorities, how can you ensure everyone gets a fair crack of the whip?”

“As the person who gets to speak for tangata katoa (all the people of Kaipara), I urge you to reconsider some of these proposals, so it is more about all people, rather than systems,” said Mayor Jason Smith.

“As Councillor Wethey has stated, as history shows us if it is not locked in, then Kaipara gets left behind, again and again.”

Consultation with all four Northland councils is ongoing, pending a decision on this change to the Sport Northland board’s make-up. ¢

“I heard Janno being interviewed on RNZ about the project and the concept behind it that her quilt will be used to beautify gravesites and bombed buildings as living art. This captured my imagination,” says Dargaville Ar ts Association spokesperson John Pickworth.

“With the support of the Kaipara Lifestyler’s p Artist Janno McLaughlin’s vision to help highlight Ukraine’s civilian aid crisis through art has gone international general manager Deb Wright, Marion McEwing from the To help make this possible, the Muddy Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre Waters Gallery will have a crafting station and the Dargaville Arts Association, we set up for the public to engage with, free are making it possible for locals to take of charge, all month. Alternatively, keen part in this effort.” quilters and artists can make their square Those who wish to take part can at home, with materials and advice create their own 30-centimetre square available from Marion and the team at piece to add to the giant quilt. The theme the Sewing Centre. is ‘sunflowers, hope, optimism, peace When all the squares are collected, DAA and love’, and can be felted, painted, member and Kaipara Lifestyler managing sewn, or otherwise decorated on fabric. director Allan Mortensen will fund a fast These must be handed in by Wednesday, courier package to wing Dargaville’s June 22, and can be submitted to the contribution to Janno in Australia, who will Sewing Centre, Muddy Waters Gallery complete the 9,000-plus square megaand the Kaipara Lifestyler offices. quilt and deliver it to Ukraine. ¢

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Council fees show targeted reductions u by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council’s fees and charges have been approved for the next fiscal year, with reductions to some services despite inflationary pressures.

In addition to a restructuring of resource consent applications to make it slightly less expensive to reach the notification stage of the process. There have been changes to library fines and rentals; alongside the scope of this fee structure is a reduction in the targeted water meter rate charge.

“Sufficient revenue must be obtained through the fees and charges to recover a certain percentage of costs,” said KDC planning and quality services team p Library staff are pleased to announce that late fees are set to disappear from July 1, as part of the Kaipara leader Joy Hewlett.

District Council’s revised fees and charges programme However, there was leeway for reductions in some areas despite only bad owners, and breeds should inflation. Library fines will be scrapped not be discriminated against. The solo altogether from July 1, and DVD rentals submitter from the public on this issue removed and replaced with a free loan was of the opinion that dangerous dogs programme. Resource consent charges should not be allowed at all, removing the will be simplified and reduced, and a need for such a fee. proposal has been made to make fees The projected rates increase for the discretionary for application advice for targeted water by meter charge has Māori land projects. also come down slightly, from the initial A divisive topic at the meeting, which projection of 17.74 per cent to 14.16 set the fee structure, was a $102 fee for per cent, after negotiating and finalising the registration of dangerous or menacing operational contracts. The projected dogs, up from $68 for other dogs. Some increase reflects legislative requirements elected members opined that there were imposed by the government. ¢

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Watch duty comes to an end u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville Police Station’s well-known Watch House Officer, Margaret Rasmussen, has retired after 14 years of service, saying the job has been anything but boring.

“It has been interesting, exciting and sometimes sad, but never uneventful,” says Margaret.

She’s stepped down to enjoy some retirement rest and relaxation after a dual career in education and law enforcement.

“I applied, at first, for a change of career, after teaching for many years. In 2007 I saw a classified advert looking for a jailer at the Dargaville station, and I thought I could give it a go.” p Margaret Rasmussen has served the public of Dargaville “I started as a casual worker for 14 years as Watch House Officer with the local police on the front desk, instead of taking the jailer’s role, and soon says she has 14 years’ worth of journals incumbent office manager Maria detailing nearly everything that has Nordstrom went back into uniform that come across her desk. It forms a weighty record of people she has helped, often in year, and I was told ‘you are it’.”

What followed has been 14 years difficult situations.

“This job has made me see another as the public face of the police force in Dargaville, helping people with their perspective on life. In some ways, I was problems, reassuring those who have able to apply my teaching knowledge, but come to the police with a crisis, and in others, it’s been a case of every day keeping meticulous notes. Margaret being different,”Margaret said. ¢

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Adventures in Kaipara u by Amy Fifita

Across two coasts and in between, Kaipara caters for everyone from history buffs to fishing enthusiasts, walkers, cyclists and nature lovers — you’ll never be bored.

Thirty minutes north of Dargaville are the spectacular Kai Iwi Lakes, a playground for fishing, swimming and kayaking activities. At Taharoa Domain

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camping facilities are available yearround. During the summer months, visitors from around New Zealand enjoy outdoor leisure time. There are three freshwater dune lakes — Kaiiwi, Taharoa and Waikere.

Across the region, heritage abounds with four museums to choose from to learn about Kaipara’s stories past. In Dargaville, you will find the Dargaville Museum and the Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club located at Harding Park.

The Dargaville Museum houses stories of Māori and European heritage and maritime adventures. Next door, the machinery club has a unique collection of vintage vehicles, farm implements and agricultural machinery. Watch out for its ‘shocking’ display of antique electric fence units.

Further east at Matakohe, The Kauri Museum celebrates the mighty kauri through its environmental education programme for school pupils. The museum holds a significant collection of objects and ephemera from local Albertland settler families and the kauri

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247.0302ha dairy unit, producing 175,000 kgMS annually. 60% marine clay flats, 40% rolling hill country. Listed specifically for a buyer brought to the table through agent database.

203.7167ha dairy farm. 300 dairy cows, 60 beef cattle. Listed specifically for a buyer brought to the table through agent database.

357.7385ha dairy unit, offering multiple opportunities with substantial infrastructure and several farm dwellings. Quality silt loam flats and Te Kopuru sand hills. $10,000 marketing investment across all digital, social and print mediums.

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industry. On the magical east coast, the Mangawhai Museum showcases coastal natural history and celebrates the lives and achievements of the early settler families.

For bushwalking enthusiasts, there are several stands of kauri forest remnants abounding with kiwi, native bats and other fauna. Heading north from Dargaville, the 586-hectare Trounson Kauri Park is the first mainland island in Northland featuring an impressive stand of kauri.

It offers a short 1.6-kilometre loop walk of about 40 minutes and can be walked day or night.

Nearby in Waipoua Forest is Tāne Mahuta. It is the largest kauri tree alive, and can be seen by taking a walk on the track that is open between 9am and 5pm.

Near Paparoa on Sterling Road, the Kauri Bushman’s Walk is a leisurely 15-minute stroll around a 300-metre loop through spectacular trees. This walk is suitable for all ages.

On the thriving art scene, there’s a trail of galleries from Bayleys on the west coast to Mangawhai on the east. Galleries

p Trounson Kauri Park was Northland’s first mainland island

are located throughout Kaipara, varying between techniques. In Dargaville, Muddy Waters Gallery holds an ever-changing collection of unique creations from various genres. Stop in at Ruawai and visit White Rock Gallery, where you will find a showcase of talented local artists’ work on exhibition. On the east coast, the Mangawhai Artists Gallery holds regular exhibitions of individual and group work that change weekly.

For fishing, check out locations such as Ripirō, Bayleys, Pahi and Mangawhai Heads beaches. Boat owners can launch from Te Kōpuru, Whakapirau and Mangawhai. Around Kaipara, there are walking and cycle tracks of varying difficulty and length. It includes Maungaraho and Tokatoka Peak walks near Ruawai and the popular clifftop walk at Mangawhai. ¢

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407ha beef and sheep property with over 70 paddocks. 55ha fertile flats in five titles, extensive road frontage, capable of carrying in excess of 4000su. $10k marketing campaign, covering professional photography and videography, solid print media and premium websites.

219.15 ha dairy farm, productive pasture and size offers a myriad of options. Past two seasons have been operating on a OAD system, milking 520 cows / 167,396kgMS. Three dwellings and solid infrastructure. $13k marketing campaign, leading with Tier 1 Country Magazine. Intense bidding with 38 bids.

193.44ha dairy and beef unit, in eight titles.

400sqm Hinuera brick homestead overlooking Northern Wairoa River. Producing up to 68,000 kgMS from 240 cows, with 185 Autumn and 180 Spring calves reared. Well supported by infrastructure. $10,000 marketing campaign, leading with Tier 1 Country Magazine.

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TODD SKUDDER

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Living and working in the Kaipara gives me so much pleasure, hence GLRK. This district has hugely productive farmland, be it dairy, beef, sheep or horticulture. The diversity of the Kaipara is a real asset - early coastal country and fertile flats with strong hill country makes up her mantra. Astute buyers are discovering our West coast and what she has to offer.

For a confidential straight-up chat, feel free to call me anytime.

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At Dargaville – public computers, printing and photocopying available.

Check out our locations and range of services on our website.

-Browse the print collection through the online catalogue -Discover our digital resources. Free eBooks. audiobook, online magazines & newspapers

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Skills search means age of opportunity u by Andy Bryenton

A shortage of skilled professionals gripping the nation has turned into an era of opportunity in Dargaville, as the growing town offers a motivated customer base for those seeking a future.

Very low unemployment across New Zealand, hitting just three per cent in recent months, has seen difficulties in regional and rural companies recruiting staff. Dargaville has fared much like other provincial towns, with gaps in the business landscape displeasing to locals but could provide excellent opportunities for the right people.

“This is a great place to live, with excellent lifestyle and leisure activities and friendly citizens,” s ays Dargaville C ommunit y Development Board spokesperson Lorraine Davidson.

“What we need is for skilled people to invest in our town, as there are approximately 5,000 people in central Dargaville and 11,000 in the surrounding districts who are calling out for professional services.”

Recent moves have left the town with no dentist or full-service optometrist, to name but two openings. Somebody working in a subpartnership role in a medical practice in Auckland could conceivably walk into pre-prepared premises for these professions, be self-employed,

and have a customer base in the thousands on their doorstep.

Other trades in high demand span the full automotive spectrum.

Dargaville no longer has a specialist non-agricultural diesel centre and needs panelbeaters, mechanics and auto painters. Existing businesses are keen to take on staff and grow, with customers all but demanding that they take their money to go on waiting lists. Plumbers, electricians, builders, and metalworkers are also sought. At the same time, there is a definitive space for new veterinarians within existing practices catering to rural needs and filling the role of a small animal specialist or pet vet.

The advantages are manifold, not just a faster track to selfdetermination as a business owner or the potential to command a virtual monopoly within certain niches.

Dargaville has less traffic, less crime, better outdoors recreation options and less expensive real estate than the city centres, so setting up business there is also a sea change lifestyle choice that could cut commute times and stress. ¢

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p The Dargaville Community Development Board’s Lorraine Davidson encourages qualified people seeking a selfdetermined future to consider Dargaville

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Fun, games and good neighbours u by Andy Bryenton

Farming families moving to Kaipara addresses this past week will have engaged with the necessities of life, such as schools and medical professionals, but there’s far more to see and do beyond the basics. groups to further the interests of sports in Kaipara. Both have extensive future plans for even more expansion, with MAZ seeking to complete what is perhaps the nation’s premier skate bowl park, among other amenities.

Cycling is also a major pastime in the district, with e-bikes and conventional bicycles out and about on a range of scenic paths and trails, including those along Ruawai’s stopbank and around Taharoa Domain. More are being built all the time, with a major mountain bike complex open now at Harding Park and an even bigger one being constructed on Babylon Coast Road in the west Kaipara.

From east to west, the fishing is as good here as anywhere you can

We are a small rural school with seven classrooms operating. We have a real whanau feel about the school.

If anyone is interested in enrolling and is living in our school zone they can contact the school at:

A big welcome to new families moving into the area.

09 431 2309 or email: admin@kaiwaka.school.nz or go on our website: kaiwaka.school.nz PO Box 104, Kaiwaka 0543 Address: 33 Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Rd, Kaiwaka

p Kaipara abounds with opportunities to meet new friends and take part in sports, games, hobbies, activities and civic-minded projects

mention on earth, with surfcasting in the west, sheltered bays and islands in the east, and a huge harbour teeming with potential catches from off the boat.

Golfers will find seaside links at places like Mangawhai and Baylys Beach, with views to complement a great game.

Then again, it’s not all sports when it comes to clubs and societies.

Chess, bridge, floral art, painting, weaving, sculpture, tabletop wargames, photography and many more indoor pursuits with friends have their own

clubs locally. Fellowship and community service sit side-by-side with organisations such as the Lions, Rotarians and Zonta groups. Otamatea, Dargaville and the east coast all have thriving theatre companies.

The list is long, and the choices are vast as we approach winter and a new season of leisure pursuits. Whether you’re new to the district and want to meet new friends, or a long-time resident seeking new horizons, take a look at what’s on offer and make the call. ¢

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Seeing things from the perspective of someone new to Kaipara allows a window on just how much of local life is based around social pursuits and how many and varied the clubs, teams, groups and charities that bind us together as a community.

New arrivals may wish to get involved with sports and games, and we have a long history of friendly competition in this arena. From rugby clubs boasting more than a century of history to waka ama teams out on the river and Kai Iwi Lakes, the spectrum of team sports is well represented.

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Making perfect rural matches u by Andy Bryenton

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A fourfold win at the recent Bayleys real estate awards reveals the power of specialisation, with Catherine Stewart’s dedicated focus on productive beef and dairy farms.

“It’s an absolute honour “Reaching the top to receive the awards country award was a which I’ve been presented huge accomplishment for with,” says Catherine, me personally, as beef who has forged a career and dairy farms are my in the real estate niche of area of expertise and the rural properties. niche within real estate As a specialist in the area where I have gained a deep knowledge,” says of farm sales, Catherine Catherine. “It’s all about says she lives and breathes rural real estate. helping people get to She considers that where they want to be. receiving these awards “When I sell someone’s is in no small part due farm, that’s their home and to the loyalty that has their livelihood in one,” been demonstrated by says Catherine. “There’s her hundreds of happy only one chance to get it right.” vendors and purchasers over her career.

Catherine admits that p Cianne du Preez, Catherine Stewart and Tony Grindle celebrate Catherine’s big Catherine is part of the the path to her recent awards sweep highly successful Bayleys successes has not been Country team, led by Tony Grindle. The the trophies for Top Country Salesperson one she’s walked alone. A great agent specialist farm sales team has top-quality in Northland for 2022. The year’s award is only as good as the support they people from the far North to Auckland and for outstanding client service, the auction have behind them, including a good everywhere in between. award for outstanding results and the strong brand.

The combination of the country team, overall Northland auction award fell to “Of all the awards that I have received, Catherine’s focus and skill, along with her as well. the recognition of the service that my the management and support provided Just after the awards were announced, team and I offer is the most rewarding. by her personal assistant Cianne, led it was also revealed that Catherine was I am determined to continue that aspect to a stellar haul at the recent Bayleys the Top Country agent in NZ for Bayleys of the business — it’s the people that I get awards evening. Catherine took home for April 2022. excited by.” ¢

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Annual research to be revealed u by Amy Fifita

Northland Dairy Development Trust is holding a field day on its research farm, near Dargaville, on Wednesday, June 15, at 10.15am.

“We are one year into a four-year study, and we are looking at how farmers can adapt and mitigate climate change,” says Northland Dairy Development Trust coordinator Kim Robinson.

June 1 was a notable day for more than the usual Gypsy Day movements this year.

The start of winter was also when the Northland Agricultural Research Farm finished its research year.

“We took learnings from our previous trial and think these are the systems we will run for our climate change trial.”

The trials observe milk composition, pasture and milk production and labour input and management difficulty on each farm. The NDDT is currently running three farmlets and comparing them between production, profit and people stress.

The control farmlet represents the research from previous years and is the benchmark for the other farms that are compared. It is an example compatible with most farming systems today. It is the most profitable of previous supplement trials.

“Farmlet two is all about alternative pastures. Our farmers are trying to see if it copes with the warmer summers better,” says Kim. The alternative pastures farm looks to address feed deficits using what is grown.

A minimum of 75% of pastures have fescue, cocksfoot, herbs and legumes.

The herd is also fed palm kernel expeller.

The third farmlet is focussed on low emission targets given by the government.

It wants to see a 30% reduction in methane gas by 2050 — innovative science could help pave the way to this figure.

“On our low emissions farm, we had to pull the supplements out, drop the stocking levels, and put no nitrogen on that farm to meet the government’s targets. The production is obviously a lot lower, but we will be able to compare the profits.”

The low emissions farm has aimed for a 25% methane emissions reduction and nitrous oxide emissions reduction of 50%.

Nitrogen is applied to this farm and the herd feeds on remaining ryegrass and kikuyu with low to no imported supplement

p The green collared herd is from the low emissions farm, based on government targets

or feed. With the government’s focus on reducing emissions, contention remains among farmers surrounding biomethane and how the reduction will affect them.

The information gathered from the innovative study is scheduled for presentation at the Northland Agricultural Research Farm, 531 State Highway 12, Dargaville. ¢

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dargaville Welcomes YOU to: Sunday Services 10:30am Make a friend playgroup is held weekly during term time The following are held monthly: Kaipara Grey Power Methodist Women’s Fellowship Stretch Fitness for Seniors Dargaville Stroke Club Dargaville Women’s Club Cancer Support Group We Support Food Bank For more information contact the Secretary 09 439 5142 OR 021 102 1820

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Deals to celebrate a big move A new move is a ‘big deal’, and Farmshop has plenty of great deals on offer anytime from 8am on Wednesday, June 15, to celebrate new premises.

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FarmShop is an established factory to farm business with direct imports of farm machinery and useful rural products.

Moreover, because our business model is to source directly from the manufacturer, we have wiped out the middleman costs and passed the savings on to the farmer.

Trading began in 2010 with a retail store in Dargaville. Fast-forward to 2022, and a new purpose-built showroom has opened. Four times larger than the Dargaville store, FarmShop is strategically positioned on SH1 in Kaiwaka beside Kauri Park Nurseries and will give customers a central hub to visit, trial and discuss farm equipment

of every size and purpose. The same friendly team will greet visitors, but ultimately, this dynamic 4,000sqm building on 10 acres will service the rural community even better.

Larger premises allow us to increase inventory levels and provide a stronger promise around supply. The site layout and position on the main transport links north and south will prove beneficial for freight logistics and better connection to our supply chain. Response time from FarmShop’s service and maintenance team should also be quicker — all helping to minimise costly downtime on-farm.

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Our Stories, Our Future 16 - 19 June 2022

Ruawai Tokatoka Memorial Hall 11am – 4pm Thursday and Friday 10am – 3pm Saturday and Sunday Join us for an interactive showcase, exploring the landscapes, people, culture and character of the Ruawai Flats.

Learn about Ruawai Flat’s history and share what you love about the place. There will be food, drinks and activities for the whole family.

The event is wheelchair accessible.

This is the first of many events as part of community adaptation planning with Kaipara District Council. As part of community adaptation planning Council will support the Ruawai and Raupō communities to make decisions on how to adapt to coastal hazards changes with climate change. Go to www.kaipara.govt.nz/climate-change for more info.

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Check our website for most up to date information.

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Poutō wharf information drop-in session

For updates on Council services under the COVID-19 Protection Framework visit www.kaipara.govt.nz/covid

Construction is planned to start on the new Poutō wharf in August 2022. Find out about the new wharf at an information drop-in session: Sunday 3 July 2022

Dog registrations

1.00 – 3.00pm Poutō Marine Hall (at the campground) 16 Signal Station Road, Poutō Point Drop-in to check out what’s happening and have a cup of tea with the project team any time between 1.00 and 3.00pm. Please share the session details with anyone who might be interested.

For any questions about the information session, please email KickStart@kaipara.govt.nz The wharf is part of the Kaipara KickStart programme, led by Council and supported by the Provincial Growth Fund through Kānoa – Regional Economic Development and Investment Unit.

Pou Tu o Te Rangi Harding Park public drop-in session A new Reserve Management Plan has been drafted for Pou Tu o Te Rangi, Harding Park and Old Mount Wesley Cemetery, which overlook Dargaville and the Northern Wairoa River. The public now has two months to give feedback on the draft Plan.

Ways to give feedback: •

Public drop-in session at the Lighthouse Function Centre in Dargaville on Thursday 30 June, between 4 and 6pm

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Email submission to rmp@kaipara.govt.nz

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Written submission to Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340

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Phone submission on 09 439 3123 / 0800 727 059

Submissions must be received by 5pm on Monday 01 August 2022.

Read the draft Plan and find out more at www.kaipara.govt.nz/have-your-say

We’re moving From Monday 04 July 2022 our Dargaville office will be at 32 Hokianga Road.

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Dog registrations can be renewed from early July. Make sure your furry friend is up to date by 31 August. You can avoid queues and register online at www.kaipara.govt.nz/annual-dog-registration Pay on time and avoid penalty fees. There is no change to dog registration fees for 2022, but a correction has been made to the Dog Owner Surcharges. Dog fees can be found in our Fees and Charges list www.kaipara.govt.nz/fees.

Library winter catalogue available Kick off your winter reading journey with the Kaipara Libraries new winter catalogue - jam packed with new titles that will be sure to take you on an adventure. From a gripping biography, to discovering a new recipe from a cookbook, or a laugh out loud picture book the whole whānau can enjoy.

Head to the website https://kaipara.kotui.org.nz or come into the library to view the catalogue.

Upcoming Council meetings •

Audit, Risk and Finance Committee, Thu 09 Jun, 10am, KDC Offices, The Hub, 6/6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

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Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee, Mon 13 Jun, 10.00am, KDC Offices, The Hub, 6/6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

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Awards and Grants Committee, Mon 13 Jun, 1.00pm, KDC Offices, The Hub, 6/6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

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District Plan Review Briefing, Wed 15 June, 9.30am, Mangawhai Domain, 75 Moir Street, Mangawhai and online via YouTube

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Externally Funded Projects Committee, Wed 22 June, 9.30am, online via YouTube

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Council Meeting, Wed 29 Jun, 9.30am, Mangawhai Domain Hall, 75 Moir Street, Mangawhai and online via YouTube

Council briefings and meetings are held in-person and are livestreamed on Council’s YouTube channel. Governance meetings may be moved completely online at the discretion of the Mayor.

Please visit Council’s website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.

Safer speed limits confirmed for Mangawhai and Kaiwaka Amendments to Kaipara District’s Speed Limits Bylaw were unanimously passed at the May Council Meeting, resulting in new speed limits in the Mangawhai – Kaiwaka and Kaiwaka West areas. The new speed limits come into effect on 13 June 2022.

You can see where speed limits are changing, and read more about the review at www.kaipara.govt.nz/speedreview

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Specifics of the proposed Waka Kotahi speed limit changes, which may soon come into place for State Highways 12 and 14, have been released for public consultation.

As promised, Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency has scrapped a contentious blanket speed limit drop to 80km/h throughout the Kaipara, instead narrowing its focus on dangerous corners and areas outside schools.

“Everyone should be able to get where they’re going safely, whether they’re walking, p Aranga School students (here pictured receiving a new defibrillator from St John representative Jo King) will be cycling, driving, motorcycling safer if proposed speed limit changes outside their school or using public transport. are adopted Our analysis shows that the current range of speed limits in these the area fronting Maungaturoto Primary areas are not safe and appropriate for the School and Otamatea Christian School. road,” said Waka Kotahi spokesperson On State Highway 14 between Steve Mutton.

Whangārei and Dargaville, the area “We’ve also heard feedback that some outside Tangiteroria School is also people are worried about the economic proposed to drop to 30km/h, as is the impact of lowering speeds, particularly on zone outside Whangarei’s Pompallier the open roads and freight routes. We’ll College. These low speeds are variable. continue working with stakeholders to They will be applied only during times ensure that we reach the right solution.” when students are mobile around school The biggest changes come for areas entrances and exits. During nights, for adjoining school property. In Kaipara, example, the speed limit would be higher these are the road outside Aranga School, in these school zones. where the speed limit will drop to 60km/h, Full maps detailing dangerous corners the zone between Ruawai Primary and also affected are found at nzta.govt.nz/ Ruawai College will be a permanent projects/northland-auckland-speed30km/h, and a similar 30km/h zone for reviews/proposed-speed-limits. ¢

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Tyre safe winter u by Andy Bryenton

Dargaville Tyres has moved premises, and in doing so, they’ve discovered just how much stock, inventory and machinery they have.

Now situated just around the corner in Edward Street, the local firm’s new yard and facilities were built to service giant trucks and earthmoving equipment, making them ample-sized to tackle tyre issues as winter bites.

“We’re pleased to be here in Edward Street after a busy but hassle-free move,” says Kathee Ballantine. Along with husband, Bob, she is the co-owner of the busy enterprise.

“It’s just the right time to be set up with bigger, better premises, as the winter months are always busy in the tyre trade.

Thanks to everyone who has helped us with the move, and thanks, too, to all our loyal customers. We are definitely open for business just around the corner and ready to help you all.”

This time of year, some of that assistance comes in the form of timely advice. In these days of annual WOF checks for many vehicles, tyres can become worn down to dangerous levels over summer without a second thought.

When dry roads give way to slippery, wet and icy conditions, trouble can be the result.

The answer is a swift pre-season check to ensure that you’re rolling on reliable rubber. There are a few areas to look

at, according to the experts, but the first is to check the pressure in each tyre, and fill them up to an even, recommended amount. The pressure you should inflate your tyres to is printed on the sidewall; look for the figure next to the letters PSI and fill accordingly.

At the same time, check the sidewalls, both outside and inside, under the car, for bulges, bumps or cracks.

These are signals of imminent failure, so change any tyres showing signs of wear and tear like these. Next, get a good look at the tread on the part of the tyre that meets the road.

The tread should be clearly p The Dargaville Tyres team and Beau, the dog, have a new home and wish all drivers a safe and secure winter season defined and deep across the whole surface. As a general rule, if you until it’s bald, or worse, there are steel poke a match head into the tread, the wires showing through; it’s time for new whole red igniter should disappear. tyres immediately.

Finally, check out the rounded edges Take the time to make a check and where the tyre’s face meets the sidewall. drive safely. If you need assistance, On rural roads, the inner edge can wear Bob and Kathee and their team will be away unseen, so a look under the car and pleased to help. You’ll find them just into the wheel arches with a torch may be around the corner in Edward Street, right needed here. If the edge is rounded off before FarmSource. ¢

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This attractive beef farm containing 121 hectares (more or less) is very well presented and is not to be overlooked with its immaculate fencing, limestone races and a recently renovated home. Currently utilised for beef fattening and breeding, this farm was historically a dairy farm and is conveniently located only 17km from Dargaville township.

Comprising of two titles the contour of the land is easy to rolling with approximately 40 hectares of alluvial flats. The farm is very well fenced with predominately a mix of two and three wire electric and subdivided into 45 paddocks.

Infrastructure includes a disused 16 ASHB cowshed, cattle yards, three bay implement shed and pump shed. Set amongst the manicured grounds overlooking the farm is the newly renovated four bedroom plus office weatherboard home which is perfectly in tune with country living capturing the rural landscapes.

Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Wed 22 Jun 2022 84 Walton Street, Whangarei View by appointment Catherine Stewart 027 356 5031 catherine.stewart@bayleys.co.nz

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Eighty hectares of rolling grazing land with flats that in the past have grown maize and other supplements. The farm is centrally raced with an outstanding set of cattle yards, 4 bay implement shed, and two hay barns. The water supply is taken from the bore and pumped to a header tank. The tidy three-bedroom dwelling is well supported by a double garage, workshop, greenhouse, veggie gardens, chook run, and an orchard. With extensive road frontage and six titles, this is a real opportunity to improve and develop for the future.

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June Dargaville Tourism Network Shared Lunch — 9th June 12.30pm–2pm for businesses with a visitor focus.

Held at the SEED Co-Working Office, Fosters Arcade, Victoria Street.

DDMM Workshop Series – Colour and Design — 21st June 10am–1pm by Anna Grace Design. Create a welcoming and unique ambience in your hospitality business or retail store. Bookings essential email lorrained@dcdb.nz.

Markets Te Kopuru Market — every Saturday 12:30pm– 3:30pm at Te Kopuru Community Hall.

Dargaville Twilight Market — 17th June 5.30pm–7pm at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club, Totara Street.

Monthly Market — 2nd July 9am–noon, at the Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road (opposite the Town Hall).

Club/Organisation 57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps — Mondays 6pm–8pm at the Dargaville Aero Club.

For boys and girls aged 13–18 years Phone Gordon 021 262 0547.

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

Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group — Contact Maxine on 021 153 5674.

Baylys & Beyond Gardeners — All welcome, 2nd Monday of each month, Garden ramble, shared lunch, trading table phone 021 063 3444.

Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 09 439 1628 for further info.

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

Dargaville Embroidery Group — 3rd Tuesday of the month 10am–2pm. Phone Rosemary 09 439 0656.

Dargaville Firearm & Military Collectors Club — Meets 3rd Wednesday every second month at Lions Club Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Old Post Office at 7.30pm. For more information, phone Beau Bryers 021 038 9654.

Dargaville Floral Art Club — Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm at The Lighthouse Church, Cnr Normanby & Parore Sts, Dargaville.

Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

Dargaville Friendship Club — meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10am at the NW Boating Club. For info phone Phyllis 09 439 6681.

Dargaville Games Club — 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Dargaville Scout Hall, Onslow St, 6pm–9pm.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years.

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

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Dargaville Museum — open 9am to 5pm (Labour Day to Easter) 9am to 4pm (Easter to Labour Day) every day except Christmas Day and Anzac Day morning for more info phone 09 439 7555.

Dargaville Scout Group — For boys and girls aged 5–99 years at 23 Onslow St. All info on door or phone Johnnita 027 296 5889.

Dargaville Women’s Club — Meets the 3rd Thursday of every month 10am at the Tea Kiosk in Memorial Park. Phone Phyllis 09 439 6681.

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

Kaipara Heritage Machinery Club — Open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Something to interest both men and women, come and get involved. Phone 09 439 7108 or 09 439 4614.

Kumarani Productions, Circus Jam — Wednesdays 5.30–7.30pm at Circus Kumarani, 15 Onslow St through school terms only. Gold coin donation.

Lions Club of Ruawai — Meets 3rd Thursday of the month (social night) at the Sports Club and 1st Thursday of the month (business meeting). For more info contact 09 439 2029 or 09 439 2557.

Northern Wairoa Country Music Club — 1st Sunday of the month at the Scout Hall, 23 Onslow Street 1–4pm. Enquiries to Bruce 09 439 5513.

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Northern Wairoa Genealogy Society — Learn how to trace your family history or DNA at the Research Rooms, Dargaville Museum 2nd & 4th Sunday of each months 12.30–2pm Phone Sue 021 608 606.

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

For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155.

NZ 60s Up Movement — Dargaville Social Meetings held at the Lighthouse Function Centre on 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact President Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560.

Peggy Purls in our Community — Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby St. Ring Charlene 09 439 6120.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month. Contact Secretary/Treasurer Betty Bruce 09 439 4344.

SeniorNet Dargaville — Drop-in every Tuesday 10am–2pm (except school holidays) for help with technology and internet banking. KCC 38 Hokianga Rd. Stepping Out Leisure Marching Team — Tuesday 4pm–5pm at the Dargaville Town Hall. Contact Sharon 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634 for more details.

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Stitches and Craft — 5 Cranley St, Dargaville. 10am– 4pm Tuesday and Friday Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am at the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) 43 Tirarau St. Morning tea and lunch will be served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

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Jumbo crossword ACROSS 1 Extend in time (7) 4 Go to bed (3,3,4) 9 Mimic (7) 13 Trim (4) 14 Soak up (6) 15 Elevated (6) 16 Made possible (7) 19 Compress (7) 20 Prolong a visit more than one’s host wishes (4,3,4,7) 21 Fringe (6) 22 Bumpy (6) 24 Ancient arena fighter (9) 29 Hairdresser (8) 30 Impudent (6) 31 Skin bubble (7) 35 Bedtime drink (8) 36 Outcome (6) 37 Vault (4) 38 Turning machine (5) 39 Female sheep (3) 41 Long hilltop (5) 43 Pulled sharply (6) 47 Striped animal (5) 50 Tot up (3) 54 Singing voice (5) 55 Fabric tuck (4) 56 Weak (6) 57 Undeveloped frogs (8) 60 Gruesome (7) 61 Associated (6) 62 Almond-flavoured paste (8) 65 Flowering mountain plant (9) 67 Finds out (6) 68 Cure (6)

72 Landed with an unwelcome responsibility, typically without warning (4,7,3,4) 75 Consistent, unvarying (7) 77 Root vegetable (7) 78 Runner’s pain (6) 79 Male goose (6) 80 Purchases (4) 81 Traversed (7) 82 Family misfit (5,5) 83 Enigma (7) DOWN 1 Chooses (5) 2 Death notice (8) 3 Drinking vessel (6) 4 Deceived (10) 5 Lower leg bone (5) 6 Whaler’s spear (7) 7 Moves (6) 8 Dirt-free (5) 10 Monaco gambling resort (5,5) 11 Smoked plant (7) 12 Woman’s name (6) 17 Flying machine (10) 18 Stage whisper (5) 21 Afternoon performance (7) 23 Diverseness (7) 25 On the cards (6) 26 Scared (6) 27 Mild (6) 28 Technique (6) 30 Butter-making machine (5) 32 Sojourn (4) 33 Malarial fever (4)

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MUDDY

THUMBS

GARDENING & MAINTENANCE

• Lawn Mowing • Hedge Trimming • Water blasting • Pruning/Tree Trimming • Section Clean Up • General Garden Maintenance • Planting • Weed Spraying AND MORE!

15 Gladstone Street, Dargaville, 0310, PO Box 8043, Kensington 0145, Whangarei

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ON & OFF

ROAD

OMAMARI LOGGING Fire wood: gum/macrocarpa/pine, delivery available.

Motorbikes LTD

Wanted: gum trees/macrocarpa trees, stands of pines.

Call now for a no obligation free quote!

Matt 021 111 0595 or email muddythumbs@gmail.com

Office: 09 439 8048 Fax: 09 437 5796 Email: office@morrisandmorris.co.nz

Trees - Ph Russell: 021 951 329 Firewood - Ph/txt Lucas: 021 0266 4501

Repairs & Servicing

Jake Rowland

021 0269 4189 737 Babylon Coast Rd, Dargaville Ono.roadbikes@gmail.com

Local Tree Services

teamvegetation.co.nz

0800 933 326

OPTOMETRISTS THURSDAYS 10.30AM — 4.00PM Domestic • Commercial • Industrial • Cowsheds

Phone 09 438 3509

Ph: Stevie 027 284 1300 Em: stevie-pock@hotmail.com

Shop 4 | Edwin Arcade 86 Victoria Street, Dargaville

Safer, Faster & Cheaper • • • • • •

Tree Felling Tree Pruning Chipping Stump Grinding Shelter Belt Removal/ Topping Land Clearing

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

June 7 2022

KAIPARA SERVICE DIRECTORY Tu Christey Massage Therapist

Mobile hose doctor, welding & mechanic service crew Fabrication in steel, stainless & aluminium Repairs & modifications

Diploma in Massage, MNZ Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho) “Get rid of your aches & pains, maintain your well being” Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy, Relaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage

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

Personal Insurance Advisors specialising in Life, Medical, Trauma and Income Insurance and ACC

Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: tuthemt@gmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

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027 585 7776 info@urcovered.co.nz urcovered.co.nz

0800 HOSEDOC

DONNA PETERS & HANNAH HARDING

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the June 14 2022 edition is Monday, June 13 2022

FOR SALE

LIVESTOCK

AUCTIONS

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

Lifestyle Block Clearance Auction On Account of

FERGIE TRACTOR & tray $4,000 ONO. Spray unit, has not often been used, $700 ONO. Phone 021 161 7669.

Alan Moore

HAY, SMALL bales, would suit horses. Tangiteroria area, phone 09 433 2797.

Mt Rex, 280 Kaipara Coast Highway, Helensville Wednesday 8th June - 10.00am Viewing: Tuesday 7th June 1.00pm - 4.00pm and 8.30am day of sale

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 2012, 4 wheel drive, good condition. $9,900 ONO. Phone 027 476 4233.

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.

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

FIREWOOD FOR SALE FIREWOOD — get it in early, dry hot mix $100/m³, delivered free to Dargaville & surrounding areas. Phone or txt Henry 021 734 906.

FLATMATE WANTED

FOR RENT MODERN SUNNY 1 bed cottage stand alone sea view private on 5 acres in Maungaturoto. $250 per week, including power & water. Suits 1 quiet person working.

Phone 09 431 8448.

PET SUPPLIES WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window and Door Services Ltd.

~Specialist Auctioneers to Commerce & Industry~

WANTED TO RENT WANTED RENTAL HOUSE, 6+ years elderly care skills, beef farm hand or live in carer. Phone 027 2156 256.

AFTERNOON

HOW TO PLEASE A WOMEN ★ (M) 12.00PM

WEEK OF

9th June – 15th June

SUN 12/06

TOP GUN: MAVERICK (M) 12.30PM

MON 13/06

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WED 15/06

Adult $16

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Senior (65+) $13.50

Student $13.50 w/ID

Ph 09

439 2020

RUBBISH REMOVAL, vegetation removal, tree trimming, lawns, weed-eating & more. Dargaville to Maungaturoto.

Phone Garden2Go 021 0218 1111.

Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

TOKATOKA SITUATIONS VACANT TOPUNI TIMBER are seeking production staff to assist with production of round wood, battens, tree stakes & short length timber products. Applicants should be fit & healthy as there is a requirement for light, medium & heavy lifting. Some experience on wood working machinery is a definite advantage though not essential.

Full, on the job training is provided. Positions available for day or night shifts. Please email your application that includes a brief introduction and your CV to suejoll@ topunitimber.co.nz.

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

09 439 5073 | 027 271 2022

Northern Wairoa Memorial RSA OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

15-20 hours per week Immediate start Phone 027 448 8299

TRADE & SERVICES

NOBODY HAS TO KNOW (M) 5.30PM

FRI 10/06 NOBODY HAS TO KNOW (M) 12.00PM

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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.

WAYNE & ANNETTE

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

Dargaville Bobcat Services

AT THE WAR MEMORIAL TOWN HALL, HOKIANGA RD TO PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AND FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION: www.anzactheatre.co.nz | 09 439 8997

SAT 11/06

Murray Lynch 021 966 501 Grant Harrison 027 210 1479 Don McKenzie 021 754 174 Noel Baker 027 455 5828 Craig Douglas 027 445 1167

For further enquiries contact Tony 027 293 6411 Or check out our website on www.abauctions.co.nz

THE ANZAC THEATRE

AFTERNOON

12.30pm Start

Entries now being taken

PLUMBER (SEMI retired) available for small property maintenance jobs... call John 027 494 2919

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

MORNING

FRIDAY 17th JUNE 2022

Sale includes: Kawasaki Mule, Harrows, Spray Unit, Power tools, Hand tools, Furniture, Garden tools, Fencing equipment and more

FOR SALE

THU 09/06

WORK WANTED

MATAKOHE SALE

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

AWAKINO ROAD, must be working, pets & smokers ok. $220 per week, includes power and water. Phone Kevin 021 450 201.

100A Jervois Street, Dargaville | westcoaststeelworx@gmail.com www.westcoaststeelworx.com

NOBODY HAS TO KNOW (M) 5.30PM

Child $9.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

TOP GUN: MAVERICK (M) 7.30PM

Under 3yrs FREE

GARDEN CLEAN-UP & section clean-up, spraying, vegetation removal, raised gardens, vegetable seedlings & more. Dargaville to Maungaturoto. Phone Garden2Go 021 0218 1111.

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

WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window and Door Services Ltd.

TREE SERVICES TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

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

VEGETATION REMOVAL Tree & vegetation removal, firewood stacking, compost clean out, tree planting & hedge trimming Phone Garden2Go 021 0218 1111.

WE ARE HIRING! West Coast Steelworx in Dargaville has an upcoming vacancy for an Engineering Workshop Manager.

We are looking for an experienced (preferably qualified) fabricator/welder. Ideally you will have managerial experience or you could be looking for that next step up in your career.

We do all sorts of engineering and fabrication, from idea to reality, whether it’s in steel, aluminium or stainless. A lot of our work comes from within the local farming region.

You will have attention to detail and take pride in your work. Have the ability to problem solve, be creative, flexible and work well within a team workshop environment.

This is a busy role where you will need to: Have excellent planning, organisation and computer skills. Good communication and customer service skills are a must Liaise with customers and have experience with drawing and quoting Liaise with suppliers Manage staff and daily workshop/office needs. Provide guidance to our workshop apprentice Have a positive attitude towards safety in the workplace There is a mechanical/hydraulic hose department that you will work alongside.

Please get in touch if you would like more detailed information at westcoaststeelworx@gmail.com

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER June 7 2022

CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT

Due to increased workload we are looking to employ: 1x Junior wanting to learn or finish the trade 1x Intermediate with a minimum of 2–3 years experience in carpentry or similar trade Looking for fit, reliable people with a solid work ethic who can work unsupervised if required.

Good rates/environment Email CV/Cover letter in confidence to office.nwbuild@gmail.com

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the June 14 2022 edition is Monday, June 13 2022 PUBLIC NOTICES

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30 pm, 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. To be resumed when traffic light system allows.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville AA 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.

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

WINNERS OF Cystic Fibrosis raffle NZ: Emilie Foy and Judy Condon.

RUAWAI

BOWLING CLUB

If you enjoy walking, why not earn a bit while you do it?

AGM Saturday 18th June @ 2pm BBQ food to follow Reeves St, Ruawai

AGM

MONDAY, 9.30AM 13TH JUNE 2022 AT THE KAIPARA BUDGETING SERVICE OFFICE

PUBLIC NOTICES

WESTERN SHARKS VS KERIKERI Western Sharks/Kaihu Reserves 12:30pm Western Sharks Premiers 2:15pm

Notice is hereby given to members that the Annual General Meeting of the Northern Wairoa Veterinary Club Socety Ltd will be held:

Saturday, 11th June 2022 Kaihu

Thursday June 30, 2022. 97 Normanby Street Dargaville

Agenda:

Proudly sponsored by Catherine Stewart

• Minutes from previous AGM • Chairmans Report • Financial Report • Remuneration Committee Report • Election of Officers • Election of Auditor • Election of Accountant

Country Specialist Bayleys Real Estate

MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

OPEN FOR MEMBERSHIP

Public notice

(Section 127, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

OPEN DAY 16th June, 10am 2091 State Highway 12 Corner of Waihue Road and SH12 mamaranui@playcentre.org.nz, or find us on Facebook

All welcome, including past members.

Come and join us for morning tea.

“Whānau tupu ngātahi – families growing together”

Robin Phillip Dickens of Maungaturoto, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal and variation of an on licence in respect of the premises situated at 35 Hurndall St Maungaturoto known as Maungaturoto Historic Inn. The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is hotel.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Monday to Sunday 11am to 12pm.

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

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

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

This is the second publication of this notice.

The first was published 31 May 2022

Kaipara District Council adopted an amendment to the Kaipara District Speed Limits Bylaw 2018 at its meeting on Wednesday 25 May 2022. The amendment to the Bylaw comes into force on Monday 13 June 2022.

The amendment sets new safe and appropriate speed limits in the Mangawhai, Hakaru and Kaiwaka areas, including Oruawharo Road and Oneriri Road. The new speed limits better match the road environment and are aimed at reducing serious injury and fatal crashes on our local roads. In most cases, urban roads in Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai Village and Kaiwaka will become 40 km/h on 13 June, to make them safer for all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and children. Speed limits on most sealed roads outside the urban areas will be reduced to 80 km/h or less.

Roads and their new speed limits are set out below, or can be viewed, along with a full copy of the amended Speed Limits Bylaw 2018 on Council’s website at www.kaipara.govt.nz.

A copy of the Speed Limits Bylaw 2018 is available for viewing at the Kaipara District Council Mangawhai or Dargaville service centers and the Dargaville Library. It is also available on the Kaipara District Council website.

The Speed Limit Bylaw is made pursuant to Section 22AB(1)(d) of the Land Transport Act 1998 and this public notice is made pursuant to Section 157 of the Local Government Act 2002.

Louise Miller, Chief Executive Kaipara District Council Phone: 09 439 7059 or 0800 727 059 25 May 2022

Roads with a speed limit of 30 km/h Alamar Crescent, Cemetery Access Road, Ellen Street; Fagan Place; Insley Street (from intersection with Moir Street for a distance of 150m); Moir Street (from harbour end to Bennetts of Mangawhai); Molesworth Drive (from Longview Street to Moir Street); Wood Street (from Molesworth Drive to 40m east of Margaret Street).

Roads with a speed limit of 40 km/h Brown Road (north end branch to Tara Road), Cames Road, Carter Road, Carters West Road, Clarke Road, Estuary Drive; Gibbons Road (SH1 to 50m north of the entrance to Kaiwaka Domain); Insley Street from 150m SE of Moir Street to 300m SE of Kedge Drive; Jack Boyd Drive; King Road (from Spioenkop Road to Bush Lane); Moir Point Road; Old Waipu Road unsealed section; Paul Road; Rua Road; Settlement Road (from 300m along Settlement Road for a distance of approximately 300m); Tawa Avenue; Weka Street; Wharfdale Crescent; Wintle Street; Dowson Place; Hastie Lane; Oruawharo School Road; Payne Road; Wiki Brown Road; All other urban roads within the Kaiwaka, Mangawhai Village and Mangawhai Heads urban area, not identified in this Table.

Roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h Mangawhai Heads Road (from 550m from Cove Road to roundabout); Moir Street (from the Bennetts of Mangawhai to Tara Road end); Molesworth Drive; Old Waipu Road (from Molesworth Drive to end of seal); Old Waipu Road North; Settlement Road (from SH1 to 50m east of Wattle Lane); Tara Road (from Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Road to 100m west of Darmah Lane); Oneriri Road (from SH1 to current 50/100 km/h boundary sign).

We have 85 years’ service to the community of Dargaville and surrounding districts.

Roads with a speed limit of 60 km/h

We are currently looking to expand our membership to people (male and female) of any age, to assist with our projects.

We meet every Wednesday for lunch.

PUBLIC NOTICES

Amendment to the Kaipara District Speed Limits Bylaw 2018

AGM

Please email The Secretary at NWVetClub@outlook.com for a copy of rules a nomination form or to RSVP for catering.

PUBLIC NOTICES

80 Normanby St, Dargaville 09 439 8592

DARGAVIILLE TOWNSHIP

Phone Lindsay 021 948 660

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Recipients of the inaugural Hughes Trust award from the Dargaville Rotary Club

Please contact Brian Burnett, Membership Convenor 09 439 6175 or Peter Garelja, Acting President 09 439 7731 or 021 509 954, or email Roger Schick, Secretary: derk.schick@slingshot.co.nz

Atkin Road, Bagnal Road, Barrier View Drive, Black Swamp Road, Brown Road (Tara Road to Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Road), Coal Hill Road, Cove Road from District Boundary to 20m north of Woodleigh Lane; Devich Road (from 40m south of Arcadian Rise); Echo Valley Road; Gibbons Road; Hilltop Road; Insley Street from 300m SE of Kedge Drive to Tomarata Rd; Jude Road; Kapawiti Road; King Road (from Cove Road to Spioenkop Road); Lawrence Road; Mangawhai Heads Road (from Cove Road intersection for a distance of 550m); Otioro Road; Pakeho Road; Pebblebrook Road; Pritchard Road; Raymond Bull Road; Settlement Road (from KaiwakaMangawhai Road for 300m); Settlement Road (from 600m south of intersection with KaiwakaMangawhai Road to 50m east of Wattle Lane); Spioenkop Road; Stewart Road; Tara Road (from 679 Tara Road to Brown Road); Tern Point Road; Tomarata Road (from Insley Street to 80m South of Black Swamp Road); Valley Road; Wonderview Lane; Farr Rd; Kaira Rd; Nathan Rd; Nukuroa Rd; Oneriri Rd (from Parekura Road to end); Oruawharo Road (from Payne Road to end); Otara Road; Parekura Road; Parekura School Road; Phillips Road; Pukenui Road; Ranganui Road; Rangiora Road; Syd Smith Road.

Roads with a speed limit of 80 km/h

Stay home if you’re sick

Baldrock Road, Cove Road south of Woodleigh Lane, Devich Road (from Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Road to 40m south of Arcadian Rise); Garbolino Rd; Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Road; Mangawhai Road; Tara Road (from 100m west of Darmah Lane to 679 Tara Road); Tomarata Road (from 80m south of Black Swamp Road to District Boundary); Oneriri Road (From current 50/100 km/h boundary sign to Parekura Road); Oruawharo Road (from SH1 to Payne Road).

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