Kaipara Lifestyler, May 14th 2024

May 14 2024

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Into the Wizard’s world A week to commemorate care

Hospice Awareness Week is observed each May, bringing the important work that Hospice staff and volunteers …

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Rotary and educators helping youth The Te Tai Tokerau Tamariki Mental Wellbeing Project may expand beyond Kaipara and Northland, with two …

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p Dargaville Little Theatre’s production of The Wizard of Oz is coming together as props, costumes, song, dance and set design combine to bring the magical kingdom and its denizens to life. Adapting the most-watched movie of all time into a stage show in Kaipara has been a long and winding yellow brick road.

Still, everything is nearly set for a season featuring multiple matinees to make it easy for families to come along, starting May 17.

School lunch programme rethought u by Andy Bryenton

The 2024 budget will see the coalition government retain school lunch programmes, with changes.

Who are Kaipara’s community heroes?

The highest accolade for community involvement in Kaipara is the annual Citizens’ Award, rewarding those …

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Associate Education Minister and ACT leader David Seymour announced last week that despite his intention to cut back on the more than $300 million allocated to free school lunches in the 2023 budget, the forthcoming fiscal package co-authored by the coalition’s members will devote $478 million to feeding students.

“We’re happy the school lunch programme is continuing, and it’s

excellent that there continues to be support for our tauria who need it. The initiative is a good one,” says Ruawai College principal Aidan Rasmussen.

“As of next year, I will now have to find a way to continue feeding our kids fresh, healthy kai. I will not just be ordering packaged long-shelf life food in order to feed our kids like the government is saying we have to,” says Dargaville Intermediate School principal Terrianne Takulua.

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HOSPICE AWARENESS WEEK

Hospice Kaipara provides support for people and their family/whanau that are living with a life limiting condition. We support around 80 – 100 people and their family/whanau each year. Anyone can personally access our service or we receive referrals from health providers.

We are a community-based service which means we visit you in your home.

HOSPICE SERVICES • Support for the total person and their whanau to maintain an acceptable quality of life • Symptom management

p While people in the South Island and central North Island expected to see the recent colourful solar storm, photographers could still capture the spectacular sight. Dargaville photographer Gordon Reynish, Mirror View Photography owner, captured the phenomenon. At one point Kaipara viewers had a 10-minute opportunity to witness a red hue from the solar event with the naked eye. “It’s such a rare experience to be seen in Northland,” said Mr Reynish. “The aurora australis (southern lights) danced in the skies above Dargaville. It was stunning.”

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t Last week marked the first day of game bird season, with duck hunters gathering before the big day for some fun, competitions and top tips at Dargaville’s Hunting and Fishing store. Fish and Game New Zealand reported an excellent nationwide uptake for licences this season, with reminders to stay safe, abide by the rules and enjoy the outdoor action until Mallard and Grey Duck season ends on June 30 and Paradise Shelduck season concludes on July 28.

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p Dargaville police are appealing to the public for information about the theft of a memorial plaque honouring one of their own. The commemorative board recounting the story of Constable Neil McLeod, the first policeman shot in the line of duty in this country, has been taken from the corner of River Road and State Highway 14. Police gather at the site of Mr McLeod’s death each year to pay their respects (as pictured), making the theft a cruel desecration. If you have any information, please call 105 and reference file number 240330/4165.

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A week to commemorate care

The reward of leadership

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u by Amy Fifita

Hospice Awareness Week is observed each May, bringing the important work that Hospice staff and volunteers perform in the community into focus.

Dargaville Blue Light recently funded and transported teenagers Bailey Schick and Kasey Wynyard to the BL Youth Voyage.

Every year, Hospice Kaipara provides crucial support to 80–100 people and their families at a time of complex emotions and profound change. A community-based service, it provides so much more than palliative care, with home visits, counselling support and assistance to enable those facing the end of their lives to do so with dignity and peace.

“Hospice Awareness Week is a time to reflect on the important role of Hospice, as well as to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of Hospice volunteers, carers and staff, who continue to make a positive difference for so many people in our community,” says Hospice Kaipara team leader Annette Olsen.

The history of hospice care in New Zealand is one of local people caring for their neighbours when support and help are needed most. Numerous local hospice organisations developed separately around the country and were brought together in 1985 under the symbol of the kōwhai, a reference to the use of this distinctive native tree in traditional Māori rongoā, or healing medicine.

Though the government funds 45–50 per cent of Hospice NZ’s work, a further

p The Hospice Kaipara team in Dargaville provides care and compassion for families and patients alike

$94 million each year must be raised from generous donations, fundraising and the well-patronised opportunity shops run by volunteers. Behind the scenes, even more volunteers assist with the work of helping people and families face the end of life with dignity and free of pain, collaborating with medical professionals to provide the best possible support. ¢

“When I first started here, my goal was to include our children in the national programmes. We often work with young offenders, but this voyage helps give back to the children doing well in school and the community,” said youth crime prevention team lead Trent Bradley.

“It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and shows others that although we are from a small community, we are still important. Being able to send teenagers from Kaipara is great.”

The voyage trip is offered to youth who display leadership in school, the community and Blue Light. Participants had the opportunity to crew the Steinlager 2 or Lion New Zealand superyachts crewed by New Zealand Sailing Trust members, and sail the Hauraki Gulf.

“Bailey is a head leader at school, and Kasey is the cultural and deputy head leader, who has been with us for a long time. They both never shy away from helping and are very polite.”

Both boys travelled to Auckland before setting off on an adventure to help them hone and showcase their leadership. The four-night experience

p Kasey Wynyard and Bailey Schick learned about sailing and environmental topics and grew their leadership skills at the Blue Light Youth Voyage

also gave the teenagers sailing skills while stopping at islands like Rangitoto for team-building activities.

“They loved it and said it was a great opportunity. Kasey wants to pursue a career in the defence force and plans to go to the Life Skills Programme at Whenuapai Air Base in July.” ¢

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Are you assured of your insurance? u by WRMK Lawyers

With the increasing frequency of extreme weather events, such as cyclone Gabrielle and the flash flooding we saw around Northland in late February last year, insurance has become even more important to consider when buying a property.

2023’s cyclone saw people stranded overnight by flooding and slips, hitting home the point that coastal properties are the most at risk of damage.

Consequently, insurance companies are tightening up on what they will insure and raising their premiums, and prospective property buyers should take note. Without insurance, banks will not advance a loan on a property. There have been recent examples of property buyers finding out days, or even hours, before settlement that their insurer will not cover them, and consequently, the bank would not advance funds. In some cases, settlements have even fallen through and deposits lost.

Other homeowners have found out the hard way that insurers are applying risk-based pricing. So for flood-affected or at-risk properties, insurance may be available but with particular exclusions and considerably higher premiums.

Now more than ever, it is important to take legal advice before signing an agreement to purchase property in New

Zealand. Some common advice from your lawyer might include: • Having a lawyer review your proposed sale and purchase agreement before you sign it. This allows your lawyer to suggest any additional clauses or conditions which can protect your interests better.

For example, a clause making the agreement conditional on you obtaining satisfactory insurance • Contacting an insurer as soon as possible to see if they will provide full cover for the property you are interested in. You need to make sure you have insurance before you go unconditional on any purchase. If you are borrowing from a bank to help finance the purchase, your solicitor will need to provide your bank with evidence that you have adequate insurance cover in place before the bank will release the funds when it comes time to settle • Finding out the long-term insurability of the property. For example, if you are buying bare land (insurance is not required for bare land purchases) but intend to build

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later, you will need to check that insurance will be available when you plan to build • Ordering a LIM report from your local council. LIM reports will often show if the property is in a floodprone or flood-plain area. The vendor doesn’t necessarily have to disclose any flood damage, but if you know the property is in a risky area, this may be a warning to you • Visiting the property yourself to check for any flood damage or recent repairs so you can make enquiries if you notice anything unexpected • Exercising caution on any property advertised as: ‘As is where is’. You might want to make further inquiries, which your lawyer can help you with. ‘As is where is’ could signal there is flood damage or other possible issues with the property, which may make getting sufficient insurance difficult • Recommending you have an inspection done by a pre-purchase building inspector (also called a pre-purchase building surveyor). Check the inspector can do a NZS4306 pre-purchase inspection, this is the NZ standard, and they have upto-date knowledge and skills. You can also ask to see proof of their indemnity insurance. This protects you if they make

a professional mistake; for example, if they miss something. Check your contract with your inspector to see what their insurance covers, too • Finding out further information yourself through the EGC Natural Hazards Portal, where insurance claims on the property are shown • Checking if your local council has an online tool which shows the council’s record of flood plains in the area or contact them directly to ask Buying a property can be an exciting journey. Whether it is your first home or upsizing or downsizing to accommodate your family’s changing needs, it can be easy to get caught up in the emotion or feel overwhelmed with all the details.

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The Te Tai Tokerau Tamariki Mental Wellbeing Project may expand beyond Kaipara and Northland, with two years of success helping young people supported by educators and Rotary International.

Charlie Allen, a Rotary Foundation expert, undertook a four-day intensive review of the programme last week, ahead of it being continued with the help of $600,000 Rotary Global Grant funding. Thirty-eight Northland schools have benefitted from the involvement.

Charlie will make recommendations to the Rotary Foundation on the programme’s strengths, challenges and readiness for scalability to the rest of New Zealand.

“Discussions with teachers and principals reveal they are not adequately equipped to deal with some of the mental health challenges that are becoming more prevalent in the classroom environment today,” says programme leader Cat Levine.

“Teachers are working with large numbers of children at a time, and are asking for more support to manage the behaviour and wellbeing of young children, who may not yet have learned to relate to others, that have suffered trauma, or who have neurodiversity or disabilities that need specialist support.”

The Te Tai Tokerau Tamariki Mental Wellbeing Project and Cat’s Think and Be Me programme seek to address the issue of better mental health in schools

p Cat Levine has helped deliver the innovative Te Tai Tokerau Tamariki Mental Wellbeing Project, with significant support from Rotary

for younger people. “My hope and dream is that every child in Aotearoa will have access to this preventative mental wellbeing education,” says Cat. “The solution isn’t more ambulances at the bottom of the cliff, but providing every child with access to these life skills that are evidence-based.”

Due to the success of the programme in Tai Tokerau, there are discussions underway to expand the project to other regions of New Zealand, with interest from Australia as well. ¢

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Community organisations gathered at 4 Grey Street, Dargaville, last Saturday for an appreciation dinner hosted by Te Korowai o Ihu Karaiti.

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“My husband Craig and I have been running our church for about three years.

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Marae, Dargaville p Marae, churches and charity organisation representatives gathered for an appreciation hui to get to know each other more Combined Churches Food Bank and various church whose actions spoke louder than words. representatives attended the feast. I would do kitchen work, clean toilets and The night was to show gratitude to everything but speak publicly.”

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Design Business Moving Up

Architectural designer Gordon Lambeth has established a reputation and a thriving career in helping make people’s dream homes a reality. His journey has progressed recently with a move to new premises which reflect his unique skills and his connection to west Kaipara.

Architectural design has been his profession and his passion since he left high school, and his tertiary studies gave him a firm foundation in his chosen field. However, his other calling was to a career in law enforcement, and he spent 27 years as a policeman, serving the public good.

When Gordon designed his own passive solar home and sent the plans out to local builders he grabbed their attention, garnering a lot of extra design work which soon became a second job. To this day, the techniques he utilised mean that his home heating costs are tiny – that’s the power of design.

After balancing police work with evenings and weekends at the drawing board for 15 years, Gordon struck out on his own as a full-time architectural designer, founding his own business and saying farewell to law enforcement. That business, Lambeth Architectural, has helped transform homes and buildings across the north since 2011.

It’s a family company which has evolved into a team effort. He’s been joined by architectural technicians Jadine and Stephanie, and office manager Dianne, who all bring their own specialist skills to the enterprise. Although Gordon is known for his engagement and community involvement, this strong and dedicated team ensures that Lambeth Architectural can work with clients to deliver their vision.

A build or an addition is more than just the actualisation of a vision. From consenting paperwork to the input of specialist engineers, experts and tradespeople, Lambeth Architectural offers a comprehensive service, deploying Gordon’s years of expertise and his knowledge of who to call for every step of the process, no matter how bespoke or unconventional.

This has the obvious advantage of allowing for a greater scope of personalisation, and the possibility of crafting unique solutions to best fit diverse sites, sections and visions. However, it’s also an excellent way to guide the build’s development; Lambeth Architectural works to a fixed price, and his experience and knowledge can ensure a build with less surprises.

Far from simply providing the plans, from concept to building consent application we are there for the whole process, and that means peace of mind.

Recently, Lambeth Architectural has moved to new premises, in a beautifully restored 1905 vintage building in Dargaville’s main street. Gordon and his highly skilled team now operate from what was once a Victorian-era boarding house, and his own offices display an attention to character and vintage detail, following an extensive rebuild that preserves a slice of Kaipara history.

From relocatables to additions, to accomplishing modern new builds utilising innovative construction methods and unique materials, Gordon Lambeth and his team have forged a solid reputation, and continue to offer their services to you. If you have a dream build which needs help becoming a reality, Lambeth Architectural have the skills and the expertise to make it happen.

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Football’s battle of the Kaipara

Who are Kaipara’s community heroes?

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A major east-west clash in the world of football unfolded last week, as the Northern Wairoa Football Club met Mangawhai top soccer players on the pitch.

The highest accolade for community involvement in Kaipara is the annual Citizens’ Award, rewarding those making a positive impact in the district.

It’s been several seasons since the so-called Kaipara Derby match kicked off, with Mangawhai campaigning in a higher grade all the way up until 2023. A resurgent Northern Wairoa side narrowly missed elevation after a good run at the championship last year, but now Mangawhai is back in the same league as the west’s boys in red.

“The Dargaville side, led by newly instated player coach, Dylan Hines, looked to soak up pressure and counter-attack,” says NWFC defender Rory Dean.

This seemed to work, with a few near misses, (including a header from veteran NWFC player Dean, cleared from the line by a scrambling home defence. It was not all one-way traffic, however. Ryan Bradley, NWFC goalkeeper worked hard to see the first half close nil-all in the face of a spirited Mangawhai advance.

“Early in the second half, the fierce rivalry really showed through,” says Rory.

“Paul Lewis, who went on to win man of the match, nevertheless received a yellow card after a robust challenge was deemed unfair.

“After one break, which saw some neat link-up play between the Dargaville

Nominations have opened for the 2024 awards, which congratulate those pillars of society who give selflessly to make the lives of others more rewarding.

Previous recipients have been patrons of charitable causes, the arts, conservation, sports and recreation and youth initiatives to name but a few. Kaipara mayor, Craig Jepson, says that rewarding the ‘good sorts’ who make Kaipara a better place is the highlight of p Recipients of last year’s Kaipara Citizens’ Awards receive well-deserved recognition from the district’s his civic role. mayor and civic leaders “This is one of the most anticipated and enjoyable jobs I have Colin Gallagher earned his Citizens’ Award as mayor,” says Mr Jepson. thanks to his role in the creation of the Last year’s winners give an example Mangawhai Activity Zone. of the kind of people sought for 2024’s If there is somebody in your round of nominations. Noel Moran was neighbourhood who helps their applauded for his work with the Lions community, volunteers when there’s a Club, and his steadfast support for all need, and is always the first to arrive and manner of sports. Peter Hames was a the last to leave at working bees and deserving recipient, thanks to his long- charity drives, please visit kaipara.govt. term work with Progressive Paparoa nz and search ‘citizens award’ to make and efforts to beautify and enhance a nomination. his town. Tui Hutchinson’s exemplary You are welcome to put forward the work with young people in learning and names of good neighbours and community recreation earned her an award, while leaders until the end of May. ¢

p Man of the match Paul Lewis was instrumental in Northern Wairoa’s big victory against Mangawhai

forwards, Levi Adomea slotted the ball past the advancing Mangawhai keeper to make it 1–0. The rest of the half was as vigorous and lively as the opening exchanges, but the Dargaville side held on to get the win.”

The friendly rivalry between the east and west Kaipara inspired an exciting game, said NWFC players, who have been greatly encouraged by this tight victory. ¢

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A 3D print adventure invitation u by Andy Bryenton

Creative west Kaipara locals who wish to learn more about the fast-evolving art of 3D printing are invited to a free workshop this month, as part of AwhiWorld’s Alternative Reality Gardening Lab series.

“Gardening in this sense is all about growing the knowledge and scope of creativity in the arts, throughout our community,” says event coorganiser John Pickworth of the Dargaville Arts Association.

The free 3D printing introductory workshop will be hosted at the Dargaville Art Loft, above the Anzac Theatre on Hokianga Road, on May 25. It’s presented by p Printing from digital sculpts to physical reality is easier the Warriors Lodge Tabletop and less expensive than you may think Gaming Group, which has built up a wealth of experience in 3D printing pieces, all begun as digital images and turned over three years of model and terrain making into a solid reality. for strategy games. It’s supported by the An interactive talk begins at 10am and will Dargaville Arts Association, in collaboration cover how to choose, set up and maintain a with AwhiWorld, delivering the perfect 3D printer in your home workshop. You’ll find opportunity to learn about the exciting new out where to source 3D files free of charge, hobby of 3D printing. how to prepare them for print, and how to Visitors are welcome to pop in all day until take them from the machine to completion.

2pm and take a look at what can be achieved Special thanks to the Ministry for with both filament and resin-bath-type 3D Culture and Heritage, for Its support of this printers. There will be machines in operation, creative technologies initiative in Kaipara and an impressive visual display of completed and Northland. ¢

A place for Pacific people u by Amy Fifita

Tongan locals Hehenga Anderson, Kaufo’ou Pua and Lose Paunga created Komiuniti Tonga Dargaville to assist Tongan families settling in the area.

“I have been in New Zealand since 2004 and stayed with my parents in Auckland. I visited my sibling in Dargaville and never went back. I love it here, and it’s a good place to raise my children,” said Hehenga.

“I approached the Tongan church ministers to think about establishing a community network to help our people.”

The organisation will help Polynesian families navigate the system of Inland Revenue, Immigration NZ, Kāinga Ora and Education NZ, among other services.

“Now that I understand the NZ system, I want to ensure my people have the right support when they come here.

I went through the same experience.

“Once we are fully established, we can start servicing our whānau by tapping into local government organisations and running our own youth works. I’d love to run a cultural dance workshop.”

Tokotoko Solutions director Isopo Samu has offered them the old TS building as a community hub free to use for the first year.

p Hehenga Anderson was part of a collective effort to create a community service and cultural hub for Tongan and Pacific people

“We will have kava sessions and give Samu a koha once a month. We will renovate the building and grow gardens there. We were also gifted land on Jervois Street to grow community gardens.

“It is a way of us getting together to do what we used to do in the islands.

We want to come together and instil our values in the youth.” ¢

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Brain-teasing questions will be presented by special guest quizmaster, the Northland Emergency Services Trust’s Steve MacMillan, as teams vie for prizes and bragging rights on May 25.

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by Tangiteroria locals in support of their community complex, an asset with a strong history of grassroots involvement. Initially, built by a concerted joint effort of local people in the early 1980s, the complex has served as a sporting, recreational and social hub for four decades. It was rebuilt following a devastating fire in 2020.

The grand opening in September 2023 heralded a new era. This quiz night is all about looking ahead to the future and making the community complex more versatile.

“We’re raising funds through this event to support the purchase of exercise and sports equipment,” says quiz coorganiser Mel Berger. “It’s an opportunity to expand our capacity and do more for our community.”

The committee members of the Tangiteroria Community Complex would like to thank all of the sponsors, who have contributed to making this quiz night possible, as well as those intrepid contestants who have already taken up the challenge and booked a table.

For others, who wish to get involved, it’s time to book now, for a table of up to eight contestants. The trivia evening will be held at 6.30pm, Saturday, May 25, at the Tangiteroria Community Complex, with a supper provided. Call Mel on 021 772 822 to join in the fun. ¢

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Climate change resilience required As mayor Craig Jepson of Kaipara District Council attempts to axe all climate mitigation and adaptation funding from the proposed budget, it’s clear that this move goes against global best practices.

There’s an urgent need to establish a dedicated programme to confront the escalating challenges of climate change.

While the council mentions its efforts to consider climate resilience in various projects and plans, a dedicated climate resilience programme offers several advantages. It provides a focussed framework for addressing climate-related risks, ensures consistency in planning and implementation, and allows for targeted investments in high-priority areas where existing measures may be insufficient.

While the council may have saved money by pausing certain programmes like the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways programme, it’s important to weigh these short-term savings against the long-term costs of inaction. Investing in climate resilience now can prevent more

significant expenses in the future such as infrastructure damage, emergency response and community displacement due to climate-related disasters.

As stewards of public funds, the council has a responsibility to prioritise investments that benefit the community and safeguard its interests. A dedicated climate resilience programme isn’t just about meeting regulatory requirements.

It’s about protecting ratepayers from the increasing risks and costs associated with climate change impacts, such as flooding and extreme weather events.

Ultimately, the decision to allocate funding for a climate resilience programme should reflect the preferences and priorities of the community. In conclusion, by investing in proactive measures now, the council can better protect the community, enhance longterm sustainability, and demonstrate its commitment to responsible governance.

Aprilanne Bonar and the team Kaipara Climate Action Incorporated

Response to climate change concerns The mayor does not, and cannot, unilaterally cut items from council’s budgets as alleged. All decisions about setting budgets and direction are made by a majority vote of the democratically elected council. The council held lengthy discussions and robust debate, with the majority of elected members voting to pause the Ruawai Adaptive Pathway programme in 2023 until the Long Term Plan (LTP) consultation.

Any option the council considers that includes expenditure on a dedicated climate change programme comes at an additional cost to our ratepayers. The options presented for consultation are — no additional dedicated climate budget, $500,000 and $700,000. At present, a one per cent rates increase is about $460,000. When making decisions, the council must consider and justify every dollar spent.

The writer also mentions the desire for council investment in proactive measures.

The council ensures that climate resilience is considered in all infrastructurerelated planning and construction. Flood protection and land drainage cover flood control schemes, river alignment control and land drainage. We coordinate land drainage work in 30 drainage districts of various sizes. The largest district is the Raupō Drainage District in the Ruawai area, which is funded by a targeted rate.

The annual flood protection and land drainage budget alone is more than $1.2 million.

Local government operates under a participatory democracy model. We rely on strong engagement in our consultative processes. I look forward to reading the submissions received about a dedicated climate resilience programme and other matters through the LTP consultation process.

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The Waiotira Hall refurbishment is underway after fundraising money, donations and receiving grants from various sources.

“My family has been involved with Waiotira since the 1870s. My ancestors came out and walked in. I was brought up in Parua Bay and have stayed since returning when I was 16 years old,” said Waiotira Village and Community Hall chairperson Barbara Woolhouse.

“The community is great. People are supportive and there is lots to do.”

One of the community hubs is the Waiotira Hall, which was deemed unusable following substantial damage from Cyclone Gabrielle.

A new floor has been laid and the group is getting linoleum put down.

Other works include stainless steel p Waiotira Village and Community Hall chairperson Barbara Woolhouse loves her area and is ensuring fittings and updating the kitchen. the local hall is being restored for use Funds were also raised through the group’s Waiotira Motorkhana where “We are grateful to Foundation North locals hit the track to perform various and the Whangārei District Council for tasks in their vehicles. approved grants. Amanda Ball has “It is one of the hubs and our community been amazing at getting grants. She is growing and many new homes are being works at Waiotira School and is heavily built. The hall used to be a centre for involved with the community.” various activities, including table tennis, The committee is also thankful for badminton, bowls and the Waiotira School the community support from whānau Christmas Concert. They’ve had to use and businesses, who have donated the Waikeke Hall, but last year, they didn’t money or sheets of ply and time to have their concert. the project. ¢

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The Mangawhai Lions Club is calling all local photographers to enter the current competition and support the Mangawhai Heads Surf Life Saving calendar.

“This is a fundraiser to support the Mangawhai Heads Surf Life Saving Club,” says Mangawhai Lions Club secretary Amanda Hebben.

“Our categories are Beach and Sea, Landscape and Nature, People of Mangawhai and Architecture with the competition closing on Friday, May 31.”

Entrants can enter two pictures in each category.

“The entries are coming in thick and fast — it’s exciting to see. Our prize-giving night is set for Monday, p Cory Hebben encourages all photographers to enter June 17 at the Mangawhai Golf Club, the calendar competition with Shelley Boyed from Barfoot and Thompson real estate being our to advertise. To enter, view competition main sponsor. entries or for more information go to “The category winners will have their mangawhailions.com/projects.com. photos printed in the calendar with the “We’re blessed to live in a beautiful overall grand prize winner having the front place and love that anybody can enter. It’s cover. We anticipate the calendar to be on easy to take magnificent photos and we’d sale in September with all funds helping love to see more People of Mangawhai the surf lifesavers club with whatever they photos. Grab your friends and whānau need to function. for a picture outside your work, where you “We’re still looking for page sponsors. volunteer or as you are out and about in It’s $350 for a page and a great opportunity the township.” ¢

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“We are very thankful for the support we get from the community,” says store manager Honor Stratton.

“We’ve just given out $67,000 in grants to 13 local organisations which is incredible. With the donations we receive and the shoppers, who come and support us, we’re able to help our people, land and local not-forprofit organisations.”

The next round of grants is due to be given out in October, with application forms and more information available at mangawhaicommunityopshop.com.

“We are very appreciative of Hira for designing our new staff aprons.

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“We want the shop to feel fun, warm and inviting, and the aprons help do just that. Our volunteers are beautiful — we couldn’t do what we do without p Mangawhai Community Op Shop volunteers Margaret and Lisa model the new aprons them. We’re extremely grateful to all of “Our volunteers are from 16 to 94 thankful to have all the support we’re them, for all they do, and really appreciate years old, which is very cool, and we are given to achieve what we do.” ¢ their time and energy.

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Children from five years old learned various skills while attending the recent Mangawhai Museum school holiday programme.

“The museum has been running the programmes for years, and they’re always booked out,” says museum manager Angela Cook.

“Our education lead, Britt Bray, is a sensation with 5 to 10-year-olds. These holidays, we added an over-10 session for tweens and teens, and the turn-out was brimming with talent.”

The school holiday programme was titled Bright Birds, and those in the over10 session, especially, drew from the natural history displays for inspiration.

“They’ve been focussing on creativity and writing and engaged in games and exercises in and around the museum to get their storytelling muscles working.

It was a joy to see them inside the exhibitions, reflecting on our museum’s stories, and then crafting their own.

“Ten-year-old Bell wrote a piece of sensory microfiction that goes like this: In the forest, I can hear the trees swishing back and forth. I see rocks, flowers, and mossy ground. I can smell the tree gum, leaves, and fresh flowers blooming. I taste sweet nectar on the air. I touch the trees’ rough bark. I wish I could stay in the

forest forever. It was encouraging to see the wonderful writings they came up with.”

The Mangawhai Museum is also hosting authors who read to their live, on-site audience.

“We had Malcolm Clarke come along with his books, Tu Meke Tūī and Tu Meke Tua Tara. The group loved hearing him read his stories, which are geared for pre-school and early readers. They are beautiful books and on sale in our shop.

His books are about conservation and native fauna.

“We have Adrianne Joyce coming next month with her Harry The House Goes Surfing book, which we have available here in the museum. It’s a story about a house that was transported here by water.

“We feel because we stock things in the shop that relate to the museum’s purpose it would be nice to create these events for the school holidays and during the school term, especially while we don’t have a community hub library.

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After enlisting counsellor Susanne Drummond, SOS Kaipara has restarted regular counselling and programmes in Mangawhai.

Susanne will be based in Mangawhai two days a week. She has two decades of experience behind her, including working in a South Auckland School offering family therapy and counselling for youth and staff. She began working with SOS Kaipara last October.

“Mangawhai is a growing community and the same counselling needs are everywhere. We provide counselling and education programmes for women and children who have been impacted by sexual and family harm. This is a free service, even if it is historical,” said counsellor Jacqui Simpson.

The organisation was formed in 1984 following concerns about domestic and sexual abuse in the community. As well as counselling services, the charity offers accommodation, advocacy, preventative education programmes and community connection support.

“Sometimes unprocessed trauma can surface later in life. Looking at the Christchurch earthquakes and Twin Tower attacks, the community supported those affected. It was not a secret; hence, there were fewer cases of people experiencing

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“The people who experienced those horrors were encouraged by the community to voice their trauma. Sexual and family violence is like a secret that many people don’t talk about, and it can be hard to process.

“It is gratifying work, and we love seeing women change and restore their power.

Susanne is excellent at what she does and is very relatable.”

For more information, visit soskaipara.com or call 0800 338 844 or 09 439 6070.

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FarmShop annual auction to ‘clear the gear’ The highly anticipated FarmShop Annual Machinery Auction is set for Tuesday, 28 May, from 12.30pm on-site at FarmShop, 2168 SH1 Kaiwaka — mark the calendar!

Rumour has it the deals on new and used farm gear are set to sizzle, along with huge savings on Jolt fencing products.

This highly anticipated event has been running every year since 2015 and is an opportunity for farmers to secure a deal as FarmShop set a promise to ‘clear the gear’.

FarmShop is an established factoryto-farm business supporting Northland’s farming community with direct imports of agricultural machinery and farm supplies.

With the largest farm machinery yard in the north, FarmShop’s mission is to help customers maximise yields, profitability and farm asset value.

The barbecue will be firing, and the p Farmers and contractors gathered in 2023 in anticipation of a bargain coffee will be as hot as the auction results.

Farmers and contractors who attend can the group. To keep this popular speaking slot expect the hammer to fall on farm trailers, going, another Northland MP has been lined mowers, mixers, spreaders, culverts, gates up to share rural insights for 2024. and more. Remember to bring the trailer to FarmShop respects that farmers and load up your goodies. contractors play a vital role in New Zealand’s Attendee numbers in 2023 saw more economy. Providing a yearly auction on than 70 farmers register on the day, despite farming gear feels like a small step towards showery conditions. Among the guests was helping this hard-working sector with Maungatūroto farmer and National MP for productivity gains and improved profitability.

Northland, Grant McCallum, who addressed It’s an electric vibe when you bring farmers

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together to inspect ‘no reserve’ auction lots, network and enjoy a BBQ lunch, and drive away with a deal or two.

Let’s hope the sun will shine on farmers from Puhoi to Kaitaia as they place bids in the FarmShop yard this May. There is plenty of parking on-site, and FarmShop’s tech team will be available for a chat, along with machinery demos to keep everyone entertained.

Tuesday, 28 May, from 12.30pm — circle the date now! View the full auction lots at farmshop.co.nz. ¢

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A dog’s tail …

Boss getsa road safe message “Well Dog, Sharlene looks blimmin’ like a cat’s wot gotta cream doncha reckin,” seda Boss wile we was sittin’ fer smoko ona woolshed steps on a sunny day.

OK readas, wot a cat’s gotta do with Sharlene I not sure, cos’ that Hermin tha Germin cat she had got runover out atta road gate last year. But I hada look an’ she was smilin’ wen she put downa

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cuppatees tray. “Deah,” she tole Boss.

“Our girls have done it well against the Yanks ina rugby.” And she hada paper froma Kattil stop atta rode gate, an’ she read out: “Mererangi Paul got a hat-trick and the Black Ferns have had a great win against the United States in the Pacific Four Series in Hamilton.”

Boss pored his cuppatees an’ tole Sharlene: “I can see yer happy Deah.

I herd ona radio. They thrashed them Yanks 57 to 5. I reckin those girls are more better entertainmint than the blokes these days.”

Sharlene slipped me a half ofa choklit bikkie. She only lets me hava wee bit, ’cos if Boss saw he’d fro a wobbly eh? But, then she pickt upa paper and she stopt really smilin’, cos she told Boss “Wot do ya say we go for a long walk ona farm after smoko?” Boss almost choked ona his cuppa. “Wot?” Then Sharlene read in her skoolteecher voice: “From May 20 to May 24, Northland Road Safety Trust, emergency service providers, community groups and schools are joining forces to raise awareness around road safety. They will hold a relay

in Whangārei at 1pm on Friday, May 24.”

She lookt ata Boss. “I reckin we should show support an join in. So we gotta get fit.”

Boss give me his look wot sez ’Oh heck. Hair we go Dog. She gotta bee in her bonnit.’ Bees and cats; Boss seems ter rambil on sumtimes. But he sed, “Yep Deah, why do ya reckin we should?” So, Sharlene read sum more.

“We can send a safety message that deaths, injury and trauma due to road crashes in the region needs to stop.

Last year there were more than 1,650 transport related hospitalisations in Northland. Of those who died on Northland roads, two were aged between 0–14 years, six between 15 and 19, two between 20 and 24, 13 between 25 and 39, seven aged 40 to 59 and eight over 60 years-old.”

Boss choked again. “Blimmin’ heck.

We had that bad crash ona road ta town las’ year, too. I see wear ya commin’ from Deah. Let’s do our bit then.”

Boss stood up an’ sed “C’mon Dog, we gonna race ya up the kattil race ta the top eh?”

But, Sharlene lookt atta Boss. “Deah, you an’ me gonna get ready for tha relay.

Billy’s fine, an’ he will keep an eye ona proppity wile we run.”

Boss jus’ went quiet. I slunk off ter me kennil wile the goin’ was good. I reckin Sharlene probly ’members that Hermin getting runned over, so Boss can’t get outa this one.

Alla best readas — an’ stay safe ona roads, too.

Billy ¢

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Floodgate plan’s Northern Wairoa impact u by Andy Bryenton

A major new floodgate recently greenlit by the Whangārei District Council will help discharge floodwaters into the upper reaches of the Northern Wairoa river system; proponents of the scheme say the impact will be well managed.

The Hikurangi Swamp drainage scheme received resource consent from the Northland Regional Council in 2010, containing among its dictates the amount of water that can be discharged into the headwaters of the Northern Wairoa.

The installation of a new 15-metre gravity floodgate may speed up the drainage of the highly fertile land during flood events. Officials at the WDC say they are careful to operate within their resource consent parameters.

“The floodgates are faster. They get the water off the grass faster, meaning it saves the grass, and if there is damage, it means farmers can get back in sooner to fix the damage,” says project manager Andrew Carvell.

“We’re working carefully, watching the water discharge levels to make sure the volume of water entering the Wairoa River stays within the terms of our resource consent.”

His comments follow the go-ahead for the construction of the floodgate, which is set to reduce WDC operating expenses by almost $40,000 each year. When the scheme to flood-protect the low-lying area was floated, it was anticipated that the pumping capacity of all seven pockets of the catchment working simultaneously would not exceed 30.7 cubic metres of water each second.

This replacement of a mechanical pump with a gravity floodgate pushed the scheme toward its predictive future target of 40.1 cubic metres each second.

“We’re looking at modelling through the Hikurangi Repo Business Case to find opportunities that will have the best outcomes for everyone,” said Mr Carvell.

“There’s a chance that more of the pumps could be retired in this way, continuing to reduce the council’s operating costs while benefitting our farming community and local hapū.”

The floodgate technology now being used to protect the fertile farming land of the Hikurangi lowland is similar to that successfully utilised for decades to keep Ruawai safe from the sea. While the factors affecting the catchments are different, the necessity to shift excess water down to the Kaipara Harbour is the same. Also similar to p A new floodgate for Hikurangi will discharge into the headwaters of the Northern Wairoa to drain fertile farmland swiftly Ruawai are concerns from Hikurangi farmers about the future.

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DARGAVILLE Prime Coastal Grazing Block The property located on Babylon Coast Road near Dargaville is a well-maintained and highly productive piece of land, spanning over 104 hectares and currently undergoing a boundary adjustment. With its excellent infrastructure, diverse mix of contours, fertile soil and reliable water supply, this property presents a unique opportunity for anyone looking to enter the livestock industry or expand their existing operations. The current vendor has taken great care of the property and has set it up for success, making it a highly desirable investment for any potential buyer.

TE KOPURU Two Blocks Remaining - Present All Offers

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Our vendors have instructed us to present all offers for the two remaining blocks in Redhill Cemetery Rd. Acquired by Te Tai Tokerau Water Trust for the construction of the 3,500,000 cubic metre water reservoir at Redhill, the surplus land was sub-divided into 13 lots. Only these two remain. Close to Glinks Gully with over 100kms of beach line, the two blocks offer opportunities for lifestyle, horticulture, cropping or grazing. Lot 2: 16.0058ha is easy rolling with excellent house sites. Lot 3: 18.5993ha of steeper contour. Both have stunning views. Can be purchased separately.

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TROUNSON PARK 137 Opouteke Road Great Potential 16 hectares - live in and restore this beautiful home to its former glory with native timber flooring, four bedrooms, large lounge, family bathroom, ample space for a growing family. Combined kitchen/dining area, large walk-in pantry, gas hot water, cooktop, oven and solar panel system. Beside the home is an outbuilding that could be used as extra bedrooms or rumpus room.

Multiple sheds on the property and cattleyards. Explore the grounds with native trees, streams and the melody of the native birds.

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DARGAVILLE 744 Karaka Road Your Own Magical Sanctuary Sheltered and private a magical lifestyle awaits.

Established trees that are ornamental, native and food producing create the backdrop and privacy for the modern two-level home with open plan, bathrooms on both levels, alfresco living and four double bedrooms, the master having a balcony, walk in robe and use of a duel access bathroom. Good sheds for storage plenty of room for children, pets and animals. All set on 3.2 hectares. Similar distance from Dargaville or Whangarei.

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

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u by Ann van Engelen

Roi McCabe has had a variety of life experiences, and as a war veteran reflecting on Anzac Day says it is a day when he remembers those he fought with.

“Ko Otamaahua te maunga, ko Ngāti Manuhiri te iwi, ko te uri o katea te hapū, ko Roi McCabe taku ingoa.

“I was born in Taamaki in 1945.

When I left school, I started a mechanics apprenticeship,” says Roi. “Then, I was called up for national service in the New Zealand Army, in the NZ Electrical Mechanical Engineers unit, with the rank of corporal, stationed in Auckland. I got what people in the army call ‘the smell of cordite’ in my nose, and knew the army would be my career.

“In 1968, I went to Australia and decided to join the Australian Army. I was posted to Vietnam in 1969 attached to the 6RAR — Royal Australian Regiment Anzac Battalion as a lead scout.”

Roi was later posted to the 8RAR and promoted in the field to the rank of corporal — section commander, front-line infantry NCO, non-commissioned officer.

“I returned to New Zealand at the end of 1974, and worked as a prison officer at Mt Eden briefly. At the same time, I joined the 3 Auckland/Northland Battalion with the rank of sergeant, and later joined the New Zealand Police.

“I served for 38 years in the police attached to the Auckland Armed Offenders Squad and Anti-Terrorist Squad.

I also served with the Auckland Task Force, whose mission was to clean up

the streets of Auckland of violence, gangs and drunkenness. It was a time when most gangs were starting up.”

Reflecting on Anzac Day, Roi says it is important that people remember those who served in all the wars.

“Anzac Day, to me, as a veteran, is to remember comrades, those fallen and those who served for our countries would be free.

In New Zealand, I was called up for national p Roi’s experience in the armed forces is illustrated through the medals he received in recognition of his service service, but in Australia, I signed up for the regular force. search and destroy operations searching “My team in Vietnam was made up of out the communists. national servicemen and regular force, “I had lots of time for the South but most of the time, only myself and one Vietnamese because of the situation other were regulars. there. Most of them, who I talked to, didn’t “I served in Vietnam for approximately want to become communists. People say one year. Most Australian National we shouldn’t have been there, but to my Services didn’t want to be there, but they mind — we should have. were great soldiers with a natural ability “It’s like previous wars, we assist allies to take the hardship. who are under threat. Unfortunately, the “We protected the combined South American forces couldn’t sustain the war, Vietnamese and Aid Units in the villages. pulled out, and we followed.

The 6th and 8th regiments were infantry “The day Saigon fell brought tears to and spent long periods of time doing my eyes.” ¢

p Roi McCabe felt called to his service with the Royal Australian Regiment Anzac Battalion as a lead scout

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Arapohue 98 Rowland Road

Versatile land holding near Dargaville

67.39 ha

Located just minutes from Dargaville township is this 67.39ha (more or less) grazing block. This property offers multiple opportunities for the savvy buyer. Currently a dairy support unit, but the location, road frontage and views from the property provide further development opportunities. The contour is rolling and dams provide stock water, infrastructure on the property includes 3 half round barns and a new set of cattle yards ensure stock handling is all covered. One stunning feature is a large dam positioned in the centre of the property. A duck hunters dream. There's already an established building site with Geotech reports ready for your use.

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This 139.22 hectares grazing block is just 35 minutes away from Whangarei CBD. As you drive into Awapapa, you immediately feel at home. The centerpiece of this property is a large four-bedroom homestead, surrounded by stunning grounds with, mature trees, fruit trees and raised veggie gardens. In addition to the main residence is a onebedroom, self-contained cottage, perfect for guests or extended family members seeking their own space. The land features quality fertile river flats and pockets of native bush. Subdivided into approximately 30 paddocks, the centrally raced system ensures stock movement is a breeze. The infrastructure on this property is extensive, calf sheds, stables, implement shed, a huge workshop with 3 phase power, cattle yards and more. The "Bush Hut," a versatile space designed for a family retreat, but also ideal for glamping or off-grid accommodation.

Auction (unless sold prior) 12pm, Wed 12 Jun 2024 84 Walton Street, Whangarei Phone for viewing times Todd Skudder 027 439 1235 todd.skudder@bayleys.co.nz Lin Norris 021 959 166 lin.norris@bayleys.co.nz

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

May Free Property Information Seminar — 15th May at 5pm. “What To Look For (& What to Avoid) when Buying a Property to Flip”. RSVP email attendee names & session #7 to kathy@fnkaipara.co.nz.

155 Community Law – Heartland Services — 15 May, free help with family, employment, criminal, tenancy and consumer law, neighbourly disputes, debts or harassment and bullying at Whanau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Walk in only 10– 3pm. Any enquiries 09 439 7009 or 021 245 3765.

Disability Transition Expo for young disabled people and their families — 16th May 11.40am to 1.40pm at Dargaville High School, 57 Plunket Street. Learn about passions, interests & activities, residential & community support, tertiary & employment pathways and funding streams & financial support.

Free Property Information Seminar — 21 May at 5pm, “The Do-Up Dos & Don’ts To Attract Great Tenants”. RSVP email attendee names & session #8 to kathy@fnkaipara.co.nz.

Pink Ribbon Market Fundraiser — 25 May, 10am to 2pm at Te Arohanui Community Hall, 18 Victoria Street. Raffle ticket money, entry fees and baking stall profits will go to Breast Cancer Foundation while other business stalls keep their earnings from the day. Stalls are $50 for a spot. Limited stall spaces. Contact Fiona Tohu-Ferguson on Facebook.

Pink Ribbon Afternoon Tea — 26 May, 2pm–4pm at Ruawai Bowling Club. $10 per person entry. Wear pink.

To make a donation to the Breast Cancer Foundation or to book a ticket RSVP by 19 May to Cathryn Dunn 022 631 0644 or cleocathryn@gmail.com.

Inland Revenue Clinic – Heartland Services — 30 May, free to discuss any IRD enquiries in person at Whanau Focus Centre, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.

Bookings essential on 09 439 7009 or 021 245 3765.

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

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

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

Paparoa Artisan Market — now quarterly 10am– 2pm Paparoa Memorial Hall, next market is Sunday 2nd June.

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

Te Kopuru Market — 2nd Saturday of each month, 8am–12pm at Coronation Hall. Stall holders ring Rachel on 021 133 7560.

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

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

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

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

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

Badminton — For Players 13yo+, Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm at Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157.

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

Blind Low Vision Support Group — Meets 10am, last Monday of the month, alternatively at Dargaville and Ruawai. Phone Noelene 09 439 0033 for more info.

Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts now at Parenga Street (between the Menz Shed and My Accountants).

Dargaville Aero Club — Learn to fly, free of tuition charges, Gyrocopter, Texan, Stork. Contact Peter 022 025 0235 for further info.

Dargaville Bowling Club Tuesday Bowls — Names by 9.30am, start 10am, finish 2.30pm. Contact Ray King 09 439 5509.

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

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

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

Enquiries to Dawn Donald 09 439 5413.

Dargaville Friendship Club for seniors — 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. Phone Brian 09 439 5959.

Dargaville Girls Brigade — For girls 5–15 years.

Thursdays 3.30–5pm held at The Lighthouse Church.

Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7505.

Dargaville Mainly Music — Interactive music and movement for preschoolers and their carers.

Wednesdays 10am Baptist church, Victoria St, during term time. Contact Rebecca 021 969 626.

Dargaville Menz Shed — Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday from 10am to noon. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.

Dargaville Museum — Open 7 days per week. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April.

Phone 09 439 7555.

Dargaville Riverside Taha Awa Garden Trust — Join them in overseeing the running of the Garden. Contact Sheena 021 439 157 or email dargavilleriversidegarden@gmail.com.

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

Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs — Games like Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer or other strategy games. Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema.

Dargaville Women’s Group — 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10am for morning tea at The Methodist Church, Cnr Awakino Road & Normanby Street, Dargaville. Contact Michelle 09 439 2930.

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

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

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Justices of the Peace — available every Thursday from 12–1pm at the Whanau Focus offices, 61 Victoria Street, Dargaville.

Kaihu Valley Music Club — 3rd Sunday of the Month at Kaihu Hall on Woods Road. 1pm–4pm. Enquires to John or May 09 439 0827.

Kaipara Cycling — Calendar of Rides — Thursdays 3.15pm–5.15pm Junior Rides 10 years and older; 5.30pm–7pm Women’s Rides; 5.30pm–7pm Adult Rides. Meet at Time To, Normanby Street.

Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Contact 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.

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

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

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

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

Contact Donna 021 729 955.

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

Contact Dorothy on 09 439 2557.

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

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

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

Northern Wairoa Genealogy Society — Learn how to trace your family history or understand DNA at Dargaville Museum, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, 12.30–2pm. Phone Sue 021 608 606.

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Assn — 7pm Mondays at Anglican Church Hall, Tuesdays at Ruawai-Tokatoka Hall, Wednesdays at Dalmatian Hall. Contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or evenings 09 439 6155.

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

Paparoa Box Fit — $10. Stretching/cardio/boxing.

Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Wednesday 6–7pm.

Paparoa Dance to Music — $5. Stretching/balance/ resistance bands/Zumba, Paparoa Memorial Hall, every Tuesday 10.30–11.30am.

Paparoa Kids Fun Class — $5. Learning/Music/ Dodge Ball/Limbo, Paparoa Memorial Hall, Every Friday 3–4pm.

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

Petanque — social play. Mondays 9.15 till 11.30, $2, fun exercise, all equipment supplied at Sportsville.

Judy 09 439 7920.

Pono Lodge Yoga — Tuesday 9.30am. Hatha Yoga with Anisha. Mats, bolsters and blocks available, $20.

Contact Anisha 021 301 860 or see our Facebook page.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm.

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

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

Phone Brian 09 439 6175.

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

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

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

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

Stitches and Crafts — 31 Logan St, Dargaville.

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

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

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

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

Tinopai Craft Group — Mondays from 10.30–1pm at the Tinopai Community Hall. Phone Linda 09 280 9988.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am. Variety of crafts. The Kiosk at Memorial Park. All welcome. $10 per session. Contact Judy 027 316 3940.

TIDE CHART Dargaville High +1:50 Low +3:10 Ruawai High +1:16 Low +0:57 Kellys Bay High +0:10 Low +0:06 Tinopai High +0:17 Low +0:21 Pahi High +0:44 Low +0:30

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28 May 14 2024 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

PUZZLE TIME

Jumbo crossword ACROSS 1 Make laugh (5) 4 Dependable assistant (6,5,3) 11 Flower (5) 14 Body organ (5) 15 Scene of conflict (11) 16 Troops (8) 19 Exhibition room (7) 20 Sharp end (5) 21 Contrary to established church doctrine (9) 24 Without delay (9) 26 Meat pin (6) 27 African country (6) 31 Gunfire (5) 32 Squally (8) 34 Disrespectful (10) 38 Hauled along (7) 39 Fairground game (6) 40 Reach (6) 41 Loosen (4) 42 Leftover (7) 45 Brought in (10) 50 Mischievous fairy (7) 54 African river (4) 55 Stiletto (6) 56 Thrown (6) 57 Red in the face (7) 60 Rules of personal conduct (10) 61 Food for caged pet (8) 62 Give in (5) 65 Tree-lined street (6) 66 Energy (6) 67 Held dear (9)

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33 Demonstrated (5) 35 Prickle (5) 36 Enthusiastic (4) 37 Bathroom powder (4) 42 Jumper’s approach (3-2) 43 Hat maker (8) 44 Vagrants (6) 45 Mixture component (10) 46 Change direction (4) 47 Month (7) 48 Not certain (6) 49 Makes level (5) DOWN 51 Make annoyed (4) 2 Bricklayer’s mixture 52 Huge (7) (6) 53 Sailed (anag)(6) 3 Seller’s patter (5) 58 Happening (10) 5 Snare (4) 59 Whiskers (5) 6 Remote settlement 63 Fried ring-shaped (7) 7 Leafy vegetables (6) cake (8) 64 Children (5) 8 Eye part (4) 9 Wearing hard hats (8) 65 Firedog (7) 68 Natural environment 10 Short-sightedness (7) (6) 69 Aquatic creature (6) 11 Untidy, dishevelled 70 Painting done in wet (10) plaster (6) 12 Finished (4) 71 Receive (6) 13 Cosmetic for 75 Get (5) eyelashes (7) 76 Surrounded by (4) 17 Fireplace (5) 77 Racing toboggan (4) 18 Acclaimed (10) 78 Bean curd (4) 22 Resided (5) 23 Inside (8) 25 Eight-sided figure (7) 26 Up (7) 28 Fee (6) 29 Aide (6) 30 Needlework (6) 72 Public institution for parentless children (9) 73 Buy off (5) 74 Be enough (7) 79 Amorous (8) 80 Ruthless investigation (11) 81 Scatter (5) 82 Elbow (5) 83 Celebrate lavishly (4,3,4,3) 84 Converses informally (5)

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W O R S T A G I L E D I V A N E V E N S S E R G E

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CONTRACT FENCING

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Job Bookings 09 439 6465 Craig Burrell 021 534 882 James Frearson 021 540 997 officeatcnc@gmail.com www.cncelectrical.co.nz

Locally owned and operated The Point of Difference

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• Post & Batten • Entrances • Post & Rail • Retaining Walls • Stock Yards • Riparian Lots • Netting • Subdivisions

Landscaping to Earthmoving Certified Drainlaying Tip Truck Hire Septic Farms KAURI COAST Subdivisions & more CONTRACTING LTD

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For clinic bookings contact: 021 0845 9800 09 439 0330

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Open: 9.30–3.30 Tue–Thu–Sun Paul & George Kuljish 020 4088 6907

THUMBS

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• FENCING AND STOCK YARDS • CONCRETE LAYING TOM SILBY: 021 226 4562

• TRENCHING • POST BORING

Secondhand shop 20c Edward St, Dargaville

For all your general digger works, drainage and civil work.

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

• RETAINING WALLS Appointments available from the 6th of May Monday & Tuesday mornings

Kuljish Traders

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> General podiatry

ALL ASPECTS OF FARM & LIFESTYLE BLOCK FENCING & MAINTENANCE INCLUDING:

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We have a great range of beauty services as well as our skin care ranges to suit most budgets.

Plus Gift Vouchers, Ecoya candles & diffusers!

RELIANCE

CONSTRUCTION NORTHLAND

NEW BUILDS, RENOVATIONS, EXTENSIONS AND COMMERCIAL

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021 0269 4381

• EXCAVATIONS • SITE CLEARANCE • DRAINS & WATER TABLES • TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS • ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR “NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

CALL TRAVIS! 021 056 7665

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

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

Trees - Ph Russell: 021 951 329 Firewood - Ph/txt Lucas: 021 0266 4501 Phone 439 6070 or National Help Line 0800 883 300 Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

FAMILY & SEXUAL VIOLENCE SUPPORT SERVICES • Crisis Support and Advocacy • Individual and Family Therapy Counselling • ACC Sensitive Claims • Refuge Accommodation or Assistance with Relocation • Safety Programmes, Parenting and Empowerment Programmes

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KAIPARA SERVICE DIRECTORY Am I Covered ?

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CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the May 21 2024 edition is Monday, May 20 2024

FOR SALE

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

WORK WANTED

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

1 STOP Window & Door Repairs — Seals, Latches, Stays, Wheels, Hinges, Locks, Glass & Glazing. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

DO YOU NEED HELP CLEANING YOUR HOUSE/BACH. Carpets, windows, weekly cleans, spring cleans.

Maungaturoto/Paparoa area & surrounds. Phone Trish 022 657 0105.

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

TOP SOIL, conditioned top quality. 100% suitable for vege gardens or new lawns. $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

CHURCH NOTICES TE KOROWAI O IHU KARAITI MINISTRIES at the Church of the Nazarene, 4 Grey Street, Dargaville. Church service Sundays at 10.30am. Weekly except for school holidays: Maranga Mai, Wednesdays at 10.30am. Legacy/Man Up, Wednesdays from 6.30pm–8.30pm. Contact 021 136 5253 or tekorowai.ihu@gmail.com. Celebrate Recovery, Thursdays 6pm–8.30pm. Contact Gwen on 021 103 9065.

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

GRAZING GRAZING AVAILABLE 170 acres approximately, Matakohe/Ruawai. Phone 027 289 0937.

NURSERIES & PLANTS AUTUMN PLANTING 5,000+ hedging, shelter and landscaping trees from $1–$8. Tenex flax from $1–$4, pittosporum karo $1–$4, pittosporum tenuifolium $1–$4. bananas, guava, and feijoa plants. Large yellow water lilies $10 and lots more. Got2Go Plants is open Tuesday to Thursday closed on Friday open on Saturday – Sunday. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru.

EFTPOS is now available. Internet transfers or cash. 09 439 5556 /027 488 3400.

CLEAN-UPS. WINTER Garden Cleanup, Estate or selling your property. Quotes available for garden clean-up, one-off garden builds, rubbish and vegetation removal.

Contact Garden2go for a quote on 021 0218 1111.

Applicants must be:

SECURE YOUR Home — Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches — Supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 — Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

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TRADES & SERVICES CARPET CLEANING, repairs, re-stretching, and patching.

Flood drying and small carpet laying work and upholstery cleaning. Very fussy and reasonable prices. Phone Darren, Alltrades Carpet Services 0800 425 587 or 027 286 8584.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

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

THE ANZAC THEATRE

WEEK OF

AFTERNOON

THU 16/05 NOEL COWARD: MAD ABOUT THE BOY (M) 12.00PM

★ First screening Last screening

EVENING

NIGHT

JACKIE STEWART (E) 5.30PM

CHALLENGERS (M) 8.00PM

THE MOON IS UPSIDE DOWN

LOVE LIES BLEEDING (R16) 8.00PM MONKEY MAN (R16) 8.00PM

★ (R16) 5.30PM

★

SAT 18/05

JACKIE STEWART (E) 1.00PM

LES MISÉRABLES: REMASTERED (M) 3.00PM

THE MOON IS UPSIDE DOWN (R16) 6.00PM

SUN 19/05

NOEL COWARD: MAD ABOUT THE BOY (M) 1.00PM

THE MOON IS UPSIDE DOWN (R16) 3.00PM

JACKIE STEWART (E) 5.00PM

TUE 21/05

CLOSED

WED 22/05

$10 WEDNESDAY ALL TICKETS $10

Adult $17

NEW THIS WEEK: NOEL COWARD: MAD ABOUT THE BOY BOY, THE MOON IS UPSIDE DOWN. FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: LES MISÉRABLES: REMASTERED, JACKIE STEWART STEWART, LOVE LIES BLEEDING, CHALLENGERS. $10 LOVE LIES $10CHALLENGERS

Senior (65+) $14.50

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists

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

BLEEDING (R16) 5.30PM

Student $14.50 w/ID

OFFICE MANAGER WANTED. Dargaville Motors is looking for an experienced person to manage their main office. This is a permanent position to the right applicant. Hours and remuneration is negotiable and an early convenient starting date would be our preference. Duties include all normal office accounting tasks including wages and taking charge of creditors and debtors.

Kaurilands Skills Centre Trust

16th May– 22nd May

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

CLOSED

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Contact either Lindsay 027 499 1516 or Anthony 027 439 7015. Customer service and accuracy is paramount.

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

MON 20/05

• Have a good understanding of the education sector and the ability to learn quickly • Sufficient computer literacy • Innovative and forward-thinking with a creative flair • Be able to work independently • Ability to work under pressure and work • cooperatively Office administration or relevant roles is an advantage but not essential. To request an application form, please contact our Business Manager, Brenda Polwart at 09 439 2216 or email bpolwart@ruawaicollege.school.nz Application close Friday 17 May 2024.

TREE SERVICES

ENTERTAINMENT

FRI 17/05

• Highly motivated and enjoy a range of tasks

TOKATOKA

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

AFTERNOON

Ruawai College School Office Adminstrator term time only (30 hours per week) Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to join a small, dynamic team? Ruawai College is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Office Administrator.

This 30-hour-per-week, term time-only position offers a wealth of variety and challenge.

SECURITY

PERSONAL

MORNING

SITUATIONS VACANT

Child $10.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

(M) 8.00PM

Under 3yrs FREE

Kaurilands is currently looking for paid staff to support our residents with intellectual Disabilities to achieve their goals in life.

If you are interested in supporting our whanau to support and encourage them with their daily activities which include: • Going to work at their employment • Assisting with our residents volunteering in the community • Learning new things Then we would like to hear from you Contact details: em: managerklsc@kaurilandsskills.co.nz ph: 027 478 9984 Closing date: 31st May 2024

www.klsctrust.co.nz

Teacher Aides

DARGAVILLE HIGH SCHOOL We are seeking a Teacher Aide to support a range of special need students here at Dargaville High School for up to 25 hours per week, term time only.

The successful applicant will have: • A cheerful disposition and an ability to build a positive relationship with the students, staff and whanau.

• Help to assist teachers in the implementation of programmes.

• Support the goals, objectives and policies of the school.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

• You will be employed under the new Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement.

For more information please contact Marley Mackay, Deputy Principal, via email mmackay@darghigh.school.nz Please send a C.V. and covering letter to: Dargaville High School 57 Plunket Street, Dargaville Or email office@darghigh.school.nz Closing date: Friday 31st May 2024

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER May 14 2024

CLASSIFIEDS PUBLIC NOTICES 12MM UTILITY Cladding Ungrooved H3.1 2,440x1,200 $75; 2,745x1,200 $84. Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.

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

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

EMPLOYMENT CLINIC at Citizens Advice Bureau. Are you experiencing problems at work and considering taking action? For free, confidential advice from an experienced employment advocate call 09 439 6100 or email dargaville@cab.org.nz to make an appointment.

Next clinic Friday 17th May. KAIPARA GREY POWERS next meeting on Friday May 17th is their AGM. It will be held in the Dargaville Methodist Complex starting at 1pm. Our guest speaker is Jean Johnson. Jean’s main subject will be Retirement Village Living and she will start talking at 1.30pm.

Michelle’s prepared afternoon cuppa will follow. As always our meetings are open to all.

NORTHERN WAIROA Boating Club Sunday roast $25.

Bookings essential, phone 021 0824 6713.

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Closing date for classified advertising for the May 21 2024 edition is Monday, May 20 2024 PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL OR LEASE ABANDONED LAND

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

Mangawhai Golf Limited, a private company having its registered office at 221 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the issue of an on-licence in respect of the premises situated at 221 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads and known as Mangawhai Golf Club.

The general nature of the business to be conducted under the licence is golf course with onsite café/ restaurant.

Kaiwaka Sports Association Incorporated of Kaiwaka, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of a Club Licence in respect of the premises situated at 14 Gibbons Road, Kaiwaka known as Kaiwaka Sports Association.

TAKE NOTICE that the KAIPARA DISTRICT COUNCIL and the NORTHLAND REGIONAL COUNCIL (“Councils”) intend to exercise their statutory powers under ss77-83 of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002 to apply to the District Court at Whangarei, not sooner than one month after the date of this notice for orders declaring the land at Tokatoka Road, Tokatoka, contained in Record of Title NA239/5, Section 68 Town of Tokatoka (“Land”) is abandoned and authorising the Councils to sell or lease the Land.

The Record of Title shows the registered proprietor of the Land as JAMES CLARKE. The Councils have the power to make this application because the rates for the Land have not been paid to the Councils for three years or more and the ratepayer for the Land is deceased and has no personal representative.

If you have any interest in the Land or any information that is relevant to the proposed application by the Councils, please contact Lisa Walsh (09) 979 2219, email walsh@brookfields.co.nz, Brookfields, Lawyers, P O Box 240, Auckland.

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The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Sport Club.

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

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is sold under the licence are: Sunday to Thursday 9am to 10pm.

Friday to Saturday 9am to 1pm.

The application may be inspected during ordinary office hours at the office of the District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

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

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

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

No objection to the issue of a licence may be made in relation to a matter other than a matter specified in section 105(1) of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

This is the first publication of this notice. Filed on behalf of the applicant by Harkness Henry Lawyers, Private Bag 3077, Hamilton 3240.

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 only publication of this notice.

Public Notice Vehicle type (Truck and Trailer unit) restriction EXTENSION: Cove Road (section between Mangawhai Heads and Waipu Cove) AND Gorge/Waipu Gorge Road (section between Durham and Doctors Hill Road) Restriction Periods

Original posted: Monday 26th February to Wednesday 27th March 2024 Wednesday 3rd April to Monday 13th May 2024 Extension: Monday 13th May to Monday 1st July 2024

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Reference Cove Road (SH1 Brynderwyns detour) route protection Truck with Trailer Restriction 2024 Gorge/Waipu Gorge Road (local road) route protection Truck with Trailer Restriction 2024

Restriction Approved by: Kaipara District Council • Bernard Peterson NTA Maintenance & Operations Manager

Office of the Chief Registrar

PĀNUI He pānuitanga tēnei kia mōhiotia ai ka tū Te Kooti Pīra Māori ki te whakawā, ki te uiui hoki, i ngā tikanga o ngā tono a muri ake Nau mai, haere mai

SPECIAL COURT SITTING AT WHANGĀREI Māori Land Court Level 2, 16 Rathbone Street, Whangārei

Thursday 16 May and 17 May 2024 Judge CM Wainwright Presiding

PĀNUI NO: TIME: APPLICATION NO: SECTION: APPLICANT: SUBJECT:

SP1 9.30am AP-20240000003487 S53A(1) Tama Potaka Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua Trust Board Investigate any irregularities in the 2023 elections of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua under s53A(1) of the Māori Trust Boards Act 1955

An investigation by Judge Wainwright under section 53A(a) of the Māori Trust Boards Act 1955 into whether the election that took place from June-November 2023 to elect trustees to Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Whātua Trust Board was conducted in accordance with the principles in the Act, and whether any irregularity, failure or mistake that occurred affects the result of the election.

The court invites parties to attend via Zoom • Meeting ID: 873 0317 3648 • URL (link): https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87303173648

FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION PLEASE CONTACT: Level 7, Fujitsu Tower, 141 The Terrace, Wellington, DX Box SX 11203, Wellington Ph: (04) 914 3102 Fax: (04) 914 3100 Email: mlc.chief-registrars.office@justice.govt.nz

Whangarei District Council • Jeff Devine NTA Strategy & Planning Manager

Pursuant to the Land Transport Act 1998, Section 16a (2) (Temporary restriction of heavy traffic on roads), we the undersigned through associated delegations of Council, on behalf of Kaipara District Council and Whangarei District Council in the capacity of the Road Controlling Authorities, confirm we have given consent for the temporary restriction of “Truck with Trailer units” from utilising the section of Cove Road between the intersection of Cove Road and McLean Road (Northern end) and the intersection of Cove Road and Mangawhai Heads Road (Southern end) AND the section of Gorge and Waipu Gorge Road between the intersections of Durham Road (State Highway 1) and Doctors Hill Road (Maungaturoto) between Monday 26th February to Wednesday 27th March 2024 (reopening for six days over Easter), then again between Wednesday 03rd April to Monday 1st July, or up to such date as confirmed SH1 reopening.

This restriction is for the purposes of protecting these critical Northland detour access routes/local road access routes from blockage, temporary blockages, and further damage while use of State Highway 1 through the Brynderwyns is closed for critical improvements.

Appropriate signage advising of this restriction will be displayed in at least 1 prominent position prior to the final appropriate turning point at both the Northern and Southern points of the section of Cove Road that this temporary restriction applies AND in at least 1 prominent position prior to the final appropriate turning point at both the Northern and Southern points of the section of Gorge and Waipu Gorge Road that this temporary restriction applies. For the purpose of this restriction “truck with trailer” is defined as any heavy trailer and vehicle combination as described on Waka Kotahi’s (New Zealand Transport Agency) website, including: • Full trailers • Semi-trailers • Simple trailers

• Pole trailers • Heavy vehicles towing two trailers (including A-train and B-train combination)

https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/vehicle-types/vehicle-classes-and-standards/vehicledimensions-and-mass/heavy-trailers-and-vehicle-combinations/

Bernard Peterson NTA Maintenance & Operation Manager

Jeff Devine NTA Strategy & Planning Manager

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