Kaipara Lifestyler, May 24th 2022

May 24 2022

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p Primary and intermediate schools, colleges and early childhood educators have joined forces behind the Mental Health Foundation’s Pink Shirt Day, with students wearing bright pink costumes alongside faculty members across the district. The colourful cause supports a message against discrimination and bullying and celebrates diversity in schools and wider society. Pictured here, students of Dargaville Primary School were enthusiastic about the day and its meaning, turning the playground pink to reaffirm that bullying has no place there. The day has grown in popularity both here and overseas since its inception in 2007 and has moved beyond schools into workplaces, charities, sports teams and social clubs.

New leader due in for Kauri Museum u by Paul Campbell

The Kauri Museum’s new director, Canadian Barbara Hilden, will be arriving at Matakohe from Vancouver in British Columbia to start work next month after being appointed to the role in February.

Big move for regional council

The Northland Regional Council’s offices in Dargaville have officially closed as the civic authority moves to its new …

start,” says Barbara. “However, the past two months have been very productive working with the board and staff. We’ve been able to further develop details of the redevelopment projects currently under way and do some critical thinking about the future of the museum.

“Everyone has been incredibly generous in accommodating the distance, and I’m very grateful for the patience and enthusiasm that have been extended.”

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p Mayor Jason Smith and Thomas Hohaia, chair of Te Roroa Whatu Ora and Manawhenua Trust, formally opened the newly sealed Waipoua River Road last week. Sealing Waipoua River Road supports Rākau Rangatira, a strategic development project led by Te Roroa and the Department of Conservation. By enabling a single-entry point for the kauri walks and the Tāne Mahuta experience, the Te Roroa visitor centre will become an access point to see the ancient kauri, as well as offering walks that showcase some of New Zealand’s birdlife.

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Northpower NORTHPOWER Ownership Review Update

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The deadline for making submissions on the 2022 Northpower Limited Ownership Review has closed.

In total, there were 131 submissions during the 2022 Northpower Ownership Review, of which 36 were dual submissions, making a total of 167 submitters, according to the Northpower Electric Power Trust (NEPT).

All submitters were in favour of ‘Option A’, which is to retain the Northpower Ltd Shares in the Trust.

p The Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand caravan is back in Kaipara. Pinkie arrived yesterday and is open between 9am to 2.30pm. The caravan will be at Countdown, Dargaville today, Four Square, Ruawai on Wednesday, May 25 and Four Square, Kaiwaka on Tuesday, May 31. “Every year, Pinkie goes on an education tour around New Zealand with our specialist breast nurses. We’re thrilled to be visiting Kaipara in May — Pink Ribbon Breakfast Month. It’s a great chance to talk about mammograms, get advice about checking your breasts, and learn how you can reduce your breast cancer risk,” BCFNZ chief executive Ah-Leen Rayner said.

A boost for sports

A public hearing was to be held at 11am on Thursday May 26 at McKay Stadium in Whangārei. However, no submitters wished to speak to their submission, so the meeting is now not needed.

Therefore, a decision on the 2022 Northpower Ownership Review will be made at a meeting of Northpower Electric Power Trust Trustees at 11am on Thursday, June 9, at Plus CA Pavilion, 79 Okara Drive, Whangārei.

This meeting is open to the public but for observation only.

For more information people can call Brent Martin or Julie Noel at Plus Chartered Accountants on 09 438 3322 or email nept@plusca.co.nz.

The 2022 Northpower Ownership Review document can be seen at www.northpower.com/about/ownership Currently, seven Trustees Erc Angelo (Chair), Sheena McKenzie (Deputy Chair), Chris Biddles, Irene Durham, Phil Heatley, Bill Rossiter, and Paul Yovich hold all of the shares in Northpower on behalf of the Trust’s beneficiaries (electricity consumers connected to the Northpower electricity network).

p A forthcoming meeting gathering together the leaders of all sports codes in the Dargaville area is set to pool ideas on the future of recreation. On May 31, Sport Northland and the Northern Wairoa Rugby Union are calling for the leaders of all manner of sports clubs to meet at Sportsville in Memorial Park from 5.30pm. The community hui will discuss ideas for improving facilities and attracting more big events to Dargaville. All are welcome.

Waipoua pest control measures planned u by Andy Bryenton

Protests have been heard by both camps in an argument about the deployment of 1080 poison to quash possum populations in Waipoua Forest.

Si x we eks ago, environmental protestors gathered outside the Depar tment of Conservation’s Whangārei regional headquarters. They demanded urgent action against pests in the forest and the resignation of DOC leader Sue Reed-Thomas for perceived negligent inaction.

“For too long, our department has been asleep while our forests die,” said the group’s spokesperson, p Possums are in the firing line as protestors demand 1080 drops in Waipoua Forest, stirring discontent from opponents of Geoff Reid. “Waipoua, home the toxin of iconic giant kauri Tāne Mahuta, is in a critical state. It is incredibly Critics opine that 1080 poisons other sad to see so many ancient kohekohe and wildlife, citing DOC’s report of 24 deaths tōtara dying.” among a radio-tagged kea population, Now the Department of Conservation all attributed to 1080. Animal welfare confirms a plan to effect a large-scale group SAFE has called the death the 1080 drop this winter, covering more toxin delivers ‘torturous’, and alternatives, than 17,000 hectares in a bid to save such as terrestrial hunting and trapping to pekapeka (native bats), kiwi, kauri snails bolster a fur trade, have been suggested. and the iconic kauri trees themselves.

It’s not the first time the contentious Pest mammal activity spreads the spores poison has been dropped to manage pests of the deadly kauri dieback disease. in the forest; as early as 1990, similar Protecting national taonga like Tāne arguments accompanied a helicopter Mahuta and his fellow trees is of utmost drop that lasted two days. Waipoua was importance to DOC. the first forest to receive aerial 1080. ¢

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Budget a win for local health u by Paul Campbell

Kaipara and Northland will benefit most from this year’s budget from the major health spending signalled by the government, says Kaipara Community Health Trust CEO and Northland District Health Board member, Debbie Evans.

“It is fantastic to see significant money being focussed on health in the new budget, and a modern hospital will immensely improve the day-to-day environment for both patients and staff.

Thus, I am relieved that investment is finally coming to Northland to upgrade Whangārei Hospital.”

She hopes improved facilities may also help attract health professionals to Northland.

Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith says the future for Whangārei Hospital investment “stands out”, but “the hospital needs a billion-dollar rebuild, more than is allocated so far.”

Dr Smith adds a budget call to report into the dry-dock for Marsden Point and into relocating Auckland’s port to the Manukau Harbour were also notable.

“The dry-dock was one of The Big Five projects promoted by the three mayors of the north in 2020, and it’s encouraging to see it progressing here.

“The Manukau port location report signals the government is still keen on any other idea than building on

p Kaipara health advocate Debbie Evans welcomes budget news

the natural advantages of Northport’s location, which is disappointing.

“The future risk is that the shallow Manukau with its narrow entrance would not be suitable for mega-ships of the future, relegating New Zealand to being a coastal-shipping outpost from Australia rather than a full import-export country as it is and has been. The cost of living here would go through the roof then. I hope their next report highlights that risk.” ¢

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Projects forge ahead u by Amy Fifita

Updates were presented at a Kaipara District Council meeting this month for externally-funded projects in the region.

u by Andy Bryenton

A 65-year-old man has been charged with murder after a deceased person, believed to be missing Waimamaku resident Gaelene Bright, was found near Tāne Mahuta early last week.

“A scene guard is in place in the area, and police will not be in a position to release any further details of the victim until formal identification takes place,” said Detective Senior Sergeant Kevan Verry. A formal rāhui was placed

on the site by local iwi, prohibiting access to the site until last weekend.

Ms Bright was last seen on May 1 and has been the subject of an extensive search in the north Kaipara, southern Hokianga region.

Mayor’s Message Kia ora, Three things to engage with: 1 80km/h speed limit for all the 880km of State Highways north of Auckland, indicated late last year by Waka Kotahi the Government’s roading board, has now been shelved. Great news. Thank you to everyone who made noise about that idea and for helping steer their policy back onto a sensible course. With this back-track they’ll still be considering speed limit reductions on highways past schools and marae or in highway towns Kaiwaka, Maungaturoto, Paparoa, Ruawai or Dargaville. Expect spot focus on the Kaihu Valley’s Aranga School and Taita Marae on SH12, also Tangiteroria School on SH14 and SH12’s Ruawai Primary and College where I was a pupil in a time before cars could travel legally at 100km/h. Public submissions are open from 17 May until 14 June at nzta.govt. nz/naklspeedreviews.

2 Also being readied for community engagement is the Exposure Draft of the new Kaipara District Plan, prepared over the last 18months and on the agenda for the 25 May Council Meeting. Available as an e-plan online from 6 June from the KDC website people will be able to “hover” over a map of their property and see what proposed rules apply there. Many new rules handed down by Government or Regional Council are included too.

This plan also builds on all the great thinking, engagement and aspirations behind the Kaipara District Spatial Plan/

Ngaˉ Wawata. Explore the Exposure Draft e-plan and have a bit of a “tutu” with what’s there – it’s interactive and Council wants your feedback on what you see and think. This Exposure Draft is a non-statutory part of the process of making a new District Plan.

We’ve added this to share Council’s preliminary thinking and get community feedback for the new planning rules for our part of New Zealand, made with locals in mind.

3 Coming soon Government is expected to introduce to Parliament the Three Waters legislation, specifically focused on new Water Entities not Councils to govern waters. Kaipara is one of the 31 Councils trying to get the Government to alter its course for these reforms. When the Bill is released this website www. communities4localdemocracy.co.nz will provide a toolkit for anyone new to submissions to be able to contribute easily to the Parliamentary process so we may have many voices of Kaipara people heard on this important issue.

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The Kaihū Valley Trail is going ahead in all sections other than those under approval from the Department of Conversation due to a change in concession processes.

The Mangawhai Shared Paths continues focussing on intersections and pathways and awaiting resource consent from KDC for bridges and boardwalks.

Four pavement crews are continuing with the unsealed roading network project, and the work in Te Kōpuru is almost completed. Contractor Ventia has a new design tool that is expected to speed up the project with refined workmanship. The company is working in the Dargaville and Kaiwaka areas. All other work is proceeding.

The Waipoua River Road project received a budget increase from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. Sealing was completed last month and now requires tidying up.

The Kai Water peanut harvests are complete, and Northland Inc will be compiling a report surrounding the yield irrigation, challenges and what they have learned. This month the organisation will proceed to land clearing and spraying two sites for winter. The cover crops for site one will be ryegrass and clover for site two.

The Kaipara wharves, Dargaville to Te Kōpuru stopbank and Raupo upgrade projects continue to be planned and processed. ¢

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Breakfast club launches Local scholarship success u by Andy Bryenton

u by Paul Campbell

The Cornerstone Trust in Dargaville has launched a breakfast club programme for students, supplying a free breakfast and a secure environment for before-school preparation.

A Dargaville student has been awarded a $3,000 Northland Regional Council scholarship designed to provide a career springboard for future environmental leaders and champions.

The breakfast club was planned last year, and community support has seen it become a reality, with assistance from various business and community groups.

Trust chair Lauren Hona says that the club, which meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Lighthouse Church in Normanby Street from 7am, provides educational benefits.

“The whole idea is p Lauren Hona, Yasmin Bainbridge and Diane McLaren pick up a generous helping of breakfast groceries from the management of The that these kids will Warehouse Dargaville have breakfast in their tummies to fuel learning. It’s also about sources, including Te Houhanga a Rongo saving money for families, taking pressure Marae and the Warehouse. The latter off schools and parents,” says Lauren. funded $500 in supplies via its Red Bag “Many working mums and dads have Fund for community projects. to leave early, and this is a safe place The breakfast club is free for all where their children will get a nutritious school-age youngsters and includes breakfast, then get to school on time.” supervised drop-off to school before the With free lunches in schools now first bell rings. Parents have expressed proven to benefit learning and health gratitude for the opportunity to take following nearly a year of implementation, part, and plans are afoot to expand this the breakfast club was seen as a logical service to cover every weekday during next step. Help has come from many term times. ¢

“Taiawhio Wati is one of eight students who were successful out of 40 applications for the council’s Tū i te ora scholarships,” said NRC chair Penny Smart “The annual scholarships recognise, encourage and support students to undertake study, research or training that relates to council’s environmental and regulatory functions, whilst contributing to council’s vision, Our Northland — together we thrive, and aim to build Māori capacity within Northland.”

The NRC tightened the eligibility criteria this year to reduce the number of applicants enrolled in study unrelated to the council, such as nursing, teaching and sport, targeting people related to its environmental and regulatory functions instead.

Raised in Dargaville, Taiawhio (Te Uri o Hau, Ngāti Whātua, Te Rarawa, Ngāti Kahu) spent six years working in the shearing industry before returning to tertiary study. Having received a Bachelor of Arts in Social Policy, with honours in her last year, Taiawhio is building on her knowledge through post-graduate study.

A passionate advocate for preserving natural environments and native biodiversity and now experienced in working in local government as a

p Taiawhio Wati will continue studying with a $3,000 NRC scholarship

graduate planner and policy coordinator, she aims to continue working in the sector.

“What I especially love about planning is exploring the ways policy implementation can directly enhance people’s wellbeing and how mahi tahi (partnership) can achieve positive social and environmental outcomes,” says Taiawhio.

“Receiving this scholarship has been great encouragement — serving as a gentle reminder to keep persevering.” ¢

Tirohanga anō ki ngā terenga rawa ā-waka mō Te Taitokerau me Te Raki o Tāmaki Makaurau Northland and north Auckland speed reviews Have your say on safer speeds – 17 May to 14 June Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency is reviewing speeds at schools and townships on state highways in Northland and north Auckland – to set safer speed limits for everyone. This includes collaborating with iwi/hapū on signage for marae.

We’re consulting on new proposed speed limits at schools and townships on 11 corridors of state highway, marked in green on the map at right.

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Ka pēhea te whakaatu i ō whakaaro How to have your say We want to hear your thoughts on the proposed new speed limits on state highways in your area.

• Visit nzta.govt.nz/naklspeedreviews • To submit your feedback and/or request a copy of the proposals: – email us at naklspeedreviews@nzta.govt.nz – call us on 0800 141 777 – write to us at Northland and north Auckland speed reviews, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, Private Bag 106602, Auckland 1143

• Kei te kaha mātou ki te mahi me ō mātou hapori katoa. Ki te hiahia koe i ēnei mōhiohio i whakamāoritia ki te reo Māori, whakapā mai i konei: – naklspeedreviews@nzta.govt.nz – 0800 141 777

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Horrible Headmaster’s Dargaville’s charity quiz historic parkland plan u by Andy Bryenton

u by Andy Bryenton

A forthcoming quiz night promises not only great prizes and brainteasing fun but also a chance to support many different good causes at once.

The public will have its say on plans for Dargaville’s Pou Tu O Te Rangi and Harding Park areas and the adjoining Mount Wesley Cemetery as a new management plan reaches its draft stage.

Dargaville’s Whānau Focus Centre combined many pro-social and charitable organisations in one building, providing care for many vulnerable sectors of the community.

Its annual quiz night is a major fundraiser, allowing the group, including organisations like Kaipara Abuse Prevention and Alzheimer’s New Zealand, to continue a main street presence.

“This is an opportunity to have some fun with your friends, but also a chance to support some very good initiatives helping people in our town,” says quiz night coordinator p Rachel Ashford.

“Gather a team, grab a table, and pit your wits against Dargaville’s big brains, and the tricky questions of our quiz master the Horrible Headmaster.”

For the second time, following a very successful event in 2021, the Horrible Headmaster will put in an appearance to host the Whānau Focus Centre quiz on June 11 at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club. The headmaster’s strict Victorian-era costume and insistence on harsh discipline are all an act.

The plan was split in two to cover the park and the cemetery areas, and outlines future upgrades and maintenance for both. Significant changes may include constructing a historically accurate replica pā site, twoway vehicle access, lookout sites with coin-operated binoculars and better amenities to promote mountain biking.

“For some months now, the Pou Tu o Te Rangi Joint Management Committee, Harding Park Committee, Kaipara District Council, Stellar Projects, stakeholders in the park, and members of the community have been working to develop a plan for the park,” said Kaipara District Council infrastructure strategic planner Mark Schreurs.

This report outlines future plans for the area, noting the layers of cultural significance inherent in the pā site of Pou To O Te Rangi, the pioneer cemetery and the site of Dargaville Museum and the heritage machinery club. One of the most ambitious long-term goals in the Reserve Management Plan to be presented to the council and submitted on by the public is a scheme to replicate the pā site.

The wicked Horrible Headmaster brings comedy and curly questions to Dargaville’s Whānau Focus Centre quiz night

The quiz night will be full of quirky questions, jokes and laughs, often at the headmaster’s expense.

Ten categories covering sports, science, pop culture, art and local history, among others, will offer chances to teams of up to six contestants to rack up the points. The fun begins at 6pm, and potential teams should gather their brightest brains and register an interest by calling Rachel on 021 973 871. ¢

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“The Pou Tu o Te Rangi Pa once extended over the whole of Harding Park, Old Mount Wesley Cemetery and its surrounds. While much of this site has been extensively modified by past earthworks, the whole area remains of importance to local Iwi,” Mr Schreurs said.

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Advice sought on environment issues u by Andy Bryenton

A meeting was held in Dargaville last Wednesday to seek public ideas on solutions to environmental issues identified by a wideranging 2021 survey.

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by Te Rūnanga Papa Atawhai O Te Tai Tokerau/Northland Conservation Board. It asked respondents to identify the areas of environmental change they felt were of the highest importance, talk about the challenges facing these areas, and help have input into a whole-ofNorthland solution.

“We need to have local solutions to our issues,” p Tania McInnes and Anika Whapshott invited the public to said meeting co-host Tania have its say on environmental issues as part of the Northland McInnes, former chair of Conservation Board’s Arohatia Te Taiao series the Northland Conservation Board and previous deputy mayor of the direction legislation and awareness is taking. The major concern in the north Far North District.

“We hope to engage with the public was food security and sovereignty.

“Being able to access kai for their and inform both iwi leaders and our civic leaders, mayors and councils, as to what families is the biggest issue for many,” the people value and the importance they says Tania. “One survey respondent summed it up by saying that if they place on their environment.”

Results from the survey, which attracted lost the ability to grow and gather more than 1,000 detailed responses, their own food, that it would be the pointed out that 78% of Northlanders greatest anguish.”

A chance to read the survey results are worried about the degradation of the environment right now. However, 44% and have your say is available via have hope for the future considering the arohatiatetaiao.kiwi. ¢

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New leader due in for Kauri Museum in New Zealand in 2019, travelling from Stewart Island to Cape Reinga and stopping at most of the Lord of the Rings sites in between.

“We had a great time exploring Northland, Paihia and Waitangi, but only got as close to Matakohe as Waipū. It will be wonderful to finally get there and settle into our new home,” she says.

First thing will be to set up house and meet the museum staff and board in person, after several months of remote electronic meetings.

In Vancouver, Barbara has been working remotely p The Kauri Museum’s new director, Barbara Hilden, arrives for Puke Ariki Museum in from Canada in the second week of June New Plymouth since 2020 as the Collections and Curatorial Lead. administering the various contemporary The Covid border restrictions also meant and historical collections.

“Now there’s a whole community to that she has been carrying out work learn about and an incredible team of from Canada.

Prior to this, she curated and managed staff and volunteers. Plus exploring the the Borealis Gallery in Edmonton, Kaipara and all it has to offer. It’s going Canada. She was a collections to be a very different winter experience consultant for the Alberta Foundation from the Canadian version,” says Barbara.

The museum board is currently for the Arts caring for 17 provincial art collections, supervising acquisitions, planning the details of a formal and working with artists and curators, and community welcome. ¢

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Ruawai’s heritage celebrated

Big move for regional council

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A special historical exhibition is planned for Ruawai, charting the rise of this Kaipara town from the efforts of those who won the land back from the sea to the people who have given it its unique character.

The Northland Regional Council’s offices in Dargaville have officially closed as the civic authority moves to its new home in the recently blessed and dedicated municipal hub on Hokianga Road.

The four-day interactive showcase is part of the Ruawai-Raupō community adaptation planning project, a locally headed effort to combat future climate change effects.

“This is an opportunity to explore the landscape, the people and the traditions that have created the current community,” says project leader Bronwyn Henderson.

“We want to learn more about the lived experience of those who have, and still do, make Ruawai what it p Ruawai locals are invited to contribute to an exhibition that is. Share your own family’s celebrates the town’s unique history and character contribution and celebration in this space with your neighbours and the be anything you think is worth sharing, wider Kaipara.” that tells a great story, or that is uniquely To tell those stories, celebrate the hard Ruawai,” says Bronwyn.

The exhibition will run from June 15 work of those pioneering families, and draw together the strands of history, the to June 19 at the Ruawai Community project is seeking taonga and memories Hall and sports hall. Items to be part of to illustrate the past. the showcase will be well cared for and “We are on the hunt for items that appreciated by all who visit. If you have we could put on display to show the rich stories, pictures or artefacts to share, history of the Ruawai Flats and the people please email bronwynhenderson@ who have made it their home. It could outlook.com and get involved. ¢

“We’re pleased to be moving into our new premises, where we will be able to offer the same excellent level of customer service, in closer coordination with our neighbours at the Kaipara District Council,” says office manager Karen Grammer.

The new building was constructed to serve as p Kaumātua Rex Nathan leads dignitaries in the blessing of the new a centre for both council joint councils’ municipal building in Hokianga Road bodies. Karen says that the inevitable circumstance of citizens work in Dargaville, the new centre has coming to the wrong council for advice also provided an opportunity to expand on local issues will now be a thing of the specific NRC services. With autumn chills past. They are both working side by side. and rain driving pest species indoors, Staff from the NRC are now in, with KDC Karen would like to inform the public of team members to follow next month. the extensive, expanded trap and bait The new building was constructed service the NRC operates in Kaipara. entirely from dividends from NRC Members of the public can visit the NRC investments; not one dollar of ratepayer’s in their new offices to purchase traps for money went into the project. Interest was possums, stoats, rats and weasels at cost, expressed following its dedication three helping protect the natural environment, weeks ago for a similar hub to potentially eliminate disease-spreading species and be built in Mangawhai. get rid of unwanted winter ’guests’. Cost In addition to a new setting for the pricing slashes the expense of investing team of five NRC representatives who in these modern, very effective traps. ¢

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nce again the buyers from Wellington based company John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd are coming to Dargaville this Thursday. Mr Tony Grant from the company says “This is a great time to bring along those unwanted items you’ve sorted out during the lockdown period and turn them into cash”. Particularly wanted by the buyers are Gold and Silver (in any of its forms) and Collectables such as Old Coins and Banknotes, War Medals, Old Wind-up Watches and other interesting Old Collectables.

“We are keen buyers, especially of the items in the list below” said Mr Grant.

“I’m sure everyone has unearthed something we want in the past few weeks and we would like to see it! Nothing is too small for our consideration. We are just as happy to buy one item as we are buying 1,000 items”. The buyers will be in convenient locations in Dargaville Mr Anthony (Tony) this Thursday (see details W. Grant below). As Tony Grant says Fellow of the Royal Numismatic Society of New Zealand Incorporated “if you are in any doubt Director and Buyer about any items you wish John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd to sell, take them along for Author of the John Bertrand NZ Coin & Banknote Catalogue an instant appraisal”

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he buyers from John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd, visiting Dargaville this Thursday, are happy to look at any interesting items, for example vintage pocket and wristwatches such as Rolex, Men’s Omega, Breitling and gold watches etc. Also wanted, pre 1950’s picture postcards, Maori and Pacific artefacts, old fountain pens and other small antique or historical items.

“If you have something unusual which you would like to sell, please bring it into one of our venues, we would like the chance to at least have a look at it” said Tony Grant, buyer for the Company. “We will consider anything which may be of interest to a collector” he said.

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uring these uncertain times we have seen a sharp increase in the price of precious metals.

The gold price in New Zealand is still at a high level so gather up all your unwanted items and take them along to the buyers.

Tony Grant says “We can buy old gold items in all forms, including Jewellery (Rings, Chains, Brooches etc), Coins (Sovereigns and the like), Alluvial (River Gold), virtually anything, even Gold Teeth! We also need all Sterling Silver including Cups, Tea Services, Cutlery and Old Coins” he said.

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arly New Zealand Banknotes dated before 1932 are currently fetching big money! This is according to Mr Tony Grant, author of the John Bertrand New Zealand Coin & Banknote Catalogue. Mr Grant is in Dargaville this Thursday on a buying trip for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd and would be very keen to see any of these issues. “We will pay at least $300 for any undamaged Ten Shilling or One Pound

banknote from a New Zealand trading bank dated 1932 or before.

Denominations of five pounds and higher would be worth from $700. “Any banknote dated prior to 1900 would be worth at least $1000” said Mr Grant.

Also purchased are any Reserve Bank of New Zealand pre-decimal issues, especially 50 Pound notes. All overseas banknotes are also wanted, especially early Pacific Island issues.

Collectors Need War Medals

urrently, throughout NZ and the world there is a big demand by collectors for war medals. These cover all wars right through from the New Zealand Land Wars and the Boer War, to the First and Second World Wars and the later Korea and Vietnam conflicts. New Zealand Servicemen and Women first served overseas in the Boer War in South Africa around 1900 and the war medals awarded for this service are needed by the buyers, as are any other Medals from early New Zealand and the New Zealand Wars.

General service medals from both the First and Second World Wars will also be purchased, but as can be imagined these were awarded in fairly large numbers. “If a group of medals has any special award for bravery such as the Military Medal, Military or Flying Cross or other medals for Distinguished Conduct or Meritorious Service, these can add great value to a group” stated Mr Tony Grant, buyer for John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd. “Many families have old medals, some dating back to early Imperial days, that they are not sure what to do with. These are better off in the hands of collectors who will look after them. We will be happy to look at any war medals whatsoever, just bring them in to venues” he said.

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n lockdown when you sorted out your drawers and cupboards you may have come across some old coins. You just never know what rarities may be lurking there. The advice of Tony Grant from John Bertrand (Collectables) Ltd is to bring them in to the venues and have them appraised. “We want to see any old foreign coin accumulations. We are quite happy to go through your coins on the spot and give you an idea what we can pay. You just never know what can turn up. We are also particularly keen to buy pre 1946 New Zealand Silver Coins for at least 10 times their face value” he said.

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Haratua May

Kaipara Kōrero Kaiwaka wastewater works Work to improve the wastewater network in Kaiwaka begins this week.

Our contractor, HydroTech Ltd is installing a new pump station beside the southern bridge on SH1, next to the Oneriri Road turn off.

Until late June, Traffic Management will operate beside the worksite on SH1 and at the start of Oneriri Road. These sections of road will go down to one lane at night between 6pm – 6am. During the day, the turn-off shoulder beside Oneriri Road will close.

Access onto the southern footbridge may be affected while the works are underway. If this happens, HydroTech Ltd staff will escort pedestrians around the worksite.

The new pump station will support the flow of wastewater through the main line, which has previously relied on gravity to push wastewater through the network.

Kaipara’s April roading report April’s relatively calm weather meant that Kaipara’s roading team could focus on jobs carrying over from previous months, and complete work on this year’s sealed pavement rehabs, unsealed heavy metal sites, and footpath kerb and channel renewals before the wet winter weather sets in.

Across the district potholes have been repaired, unsealed roads were graded, reseals were completed, water tables have been cleaned and restored, culverts have been renewed and maintained, and signs have been straightened and replaced. Read the full report at www.kaipara.govt.nz/news

Check our website for most up to date information.

www.kaipara.govt.nz

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

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Water restrictions are in place for Dargaville and Baylys Beach

No Sprinklers You may not: Use a sprinkler or irrigation system to water your garden.

You may: Use a watering can or hose with a trigger nozzle to water gardens Use a bucket, water blaster or hose to wash vehicles, windows, buildings and paved areas.

Fill or top up a swimming pool from the mains water supply.

www.bewaterwise.org.nz Work progressing on Hurndall Street toilets Work is progressing to install new toilets on Hurndall Street (SH12) in Maungaturoto. Construction and installation of the building’s artwork is now scheduled for completion in early June, followed by a formal opening of the facilities.

Local Government Elections 2022 Local government elections are being held by postal vote on Saturday 08 October 2022. These elections are your opportunity to vote for your local representative, and to influence the future of the Kaipara District.

You can read the latest information about enrolling, standing, and voting in these elections, and find out about Te Moananui o Kaipara – Kaipara’s new Māori ward – on our website: www.kaipara.govt.nz/council/localelections

Digital device support at Dargaville Library Would you like to give eBooks a try? Or read newspapers and magazines from New Zealand and around the world for free? Bring your own device (smart phone or tablet) into Dargaville Library for help to sign up and use our free digital ePlatforms for eBooks, eAudio books, magazines, and newspapers, as well as the Kaipara Libraries app.

Draft District Plan coming soon Te Tai Tokerau councils adopt region-wide climate adaptation strategy Te Tai Tokerau councils celebrated a unique milestone in April after the adoption of New Zealand’s first region-wide climate adaptation strategy. The Strategy was formally adopted in April by the Northland Regional Council, Whangārei District Council, Kaipara District Council and Far North District Council, in a move that will allow the alignment of climate adaptation work across Northland. Read the strategy at www.catt.org.nz

We’ve been preparing an exposure draft of the new District Plan and will soon be giving you an opportunity to give feedback on it. You may already have helped shape our Spatial Plan or told us what areas we need to focus on through last year’s District Plan review discussion documents.

The District Plan affects how you use your land, how you operate your business, housing and zoning issues, noise control, hazards and risks, culture and heritage, biodiversity and landscapes and much, much more. It affects you and how you live your life. Find out how it will affect you in the Exposure Draft Kaipara District Plan, from 07 June.

Development board projects forge ahead u by Andy Bryenton

The Dargaville Community Development Board has had a busy start to autumn, with a long list of projects green-lit and working to create a more vibrant township.

These include the Destination Dargaville Makeover Magic workshop series, which has proven very informative and well received by business owners who attended free seminars on many aspects of design, marketing and decor.

The DDMM project has been extended a further six months, and many buildings in town are being given a makeover, fresh paint and signage. Discussions have been opened with four artists to create vibrant murals for the town, linked to local history and the recently formulated Destination Strategy, co-authored by a volunteer group of locals.

In the realm of business, the DCDB reports an excellent quarterly business network meeting, and says that a funding application has been made to expand the town’s CCTV network. Business p Lorraine Davidson of the DCDB reports several significant milestones relationships have been promoted via the SEED co-working space and connecting community About the community, the DCDB has assisted organisations and local businesses with Creative Cornerstone with its new breakfast club programme Northland, Northland Inc, Volunteering Northland for children, Whakamana Tangata support healthier and NorthChamber. lives, multiple groups with funding applications Tourism has been of special focus, with the area’s and supported Nga Potiki Toa, the rangatahi of Destination Strategy taking shape. This document a youth-led hub, and their youth week activities. has condensed the essence of Kauri Coast tourism It helped establish the Mount Wesley Angels, a and will be used to help promote Dargaville and its group that maintains and beautifies the town’s surroundings for the benefit of all. historic cemetery. ¢

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Is it really a price freeze? u by Jane Gray

Supermarkets are ‘freezing’ prices apparently to help struggling Kiwi families. True relief or public relations spin?

Progressive Enterprises announced a ‘freeze’ on the prices of more than 500 items. While they branded these as essentials, the list included cotton buds, potato chips, many varieties of herbs and spices, lollies and wine. I don’t know about you but what would help me would be the staples, like meat, fruit, vegetables, bread and dairy products.

Surprise, surprise, rivals Foodstuffs hit back with a rollback of prices to 2021 levels on a shorter list of items, but making deeper cost cuts. Once again, the list was light on fresh meat, fish and vegetables.

The cost of living is so high, and reading that companies like this (which are the only major places we can get groceries) made a $430 million annual excess profit is vexing. To make that sort of profit, they pay their frontline staff and suppliers amounts which, in my opinion, are very low when weighed against executive salaries and dividends to shareholders.

Progressive is Australian-owned, so those profits don’t even stay in New Zealand. When buying groceries in Australia, you are not paying GST on fresh fruit and vegetables. In fact, most fresh products that are Australian produced don’t attract GST. So the government over there got something right.

If you were to ask any farmer across the country what they are paid at the gate, it bears no relevance to what is charged at the till. More competition would be ideal — the duopoly needs to go.

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A smaller footprint treads lightly u by Andy Bryenton

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1. Reusable containers cut down on landfill and costs. Using jars, boxes, bags and other containers which can be washed and reused saves on landfill, a pertinent issue in Kaipara with the threat of a huge new tip in the Dome Valley on the doorstep. Buying staples in bulk can cut costs, and packaging need not be disposed of in costly rubbish bags. If you have to buy items in their own packaging, use the threefold test. Is the packaging as minimal as possible? Is the packaging recyclable? Is the packaging itself able to be repurposed?

2. Compost everything. Compost gives you free fertiliser and saves on disposing of scraps. It’s easy to set up a compost heap, digestor bin or worm farm, and it will save big dollars with tip number three.

3. Grow your own. Food miles are a big carbon issue, and buying imported foods means more carbon output from ships, planes and trucks.

Buy from New Zealand and in season whenever possible, as this also supports local farmers.

Then again, it’s never been easier to grow your own garden at home, and cut down on food bills.

4. Share and barter. Cash isn’t always king, and if you grow your own, make your own preserves, craft p There are many ways in which regular families can help cut things by hand or bake back on their carbon footprints, collectively doing as much or your own bread, you more than big government policy changes may very well find likeminded neighbours with different but heaters and making your next car a complementary skills. Trading a little hybrid or electric vehicle are good of what you have lots of in exchange ways to invest in things that will pay for some variety will fill the pantry themselves back in savings over time. without even touching the wallet.

Small energy-saving tricks such as Less food miles, less industrial food boosting your insulation, sewing your purchased, healthier planet. own thicker, thermal backed curtains, 5. Invest in energy resilience. Modular and blocking draughts can also make solar panel systems, small windmills, a huge difference in your carbon battery banks, solar hot water footprint and health. ¢

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Community adaptation planning.

What’s it all about?

We want our communities to be prepared for a changing climate. We know these changes are happening. We are seeing increasing storms, floods, drought and sea level rise across Kaipara and Aotearoa New Zealand. We also know that low-lying coastal areas will experience bigger changes. We are uncertain about how intense these changes will be and how soon they will start having an impact.

To help our communities stay resilient we need to develop adaptation plans that can speed up, slow down or change course as needed. Working alongside communities we’ll create a long-term and adaptable plan on to respond to our changing environment. This will help us be cost-effective and sustainable in the long run.

This year Council will start working with our Ruawai and Raupō communities on a pilot project for adaptation planning.

Adaptation planning follows these five key questions:

KAIPARA’S CHANGING CLIMATE SOME IMPACTS AND IMPLICATIONS

What’s happening?

What matters most?

What can we do about it?

Permanent sea level rise

Ocean chemistry and heating

More heatwave days and average temperature rise

Longer dry periods

How can we implement the strategy?

How is it working?

Cyclones

Extreme rainfall

We will learn from the Ruawai and Raupō communities and from hazards modelling about what changes are happening in their area. These communities will decide what’s most important about where they live and the kinds of risks that are acceptable to them. Then they will look at options for responding and adapting to the changes in the short, medium and long term. They will decide the best mix of options (‘pathways’) and agree on signs to look for that will tell them when it’s time to move from one pathway to another.

These are big decisions that need many different perspectives across all walks of life. A community panel can ensure that decisions are guided by this range of community perspectives. Council is now establishing the community panel for this project and we are hoping to have representatives from Mana Whenua and Tangata Whenua, residents’ associations or neighbourhood groups, businesses, farmers and more. We will also invite other organisations that have responsibilities in the area, like the Department of Conservation or Northland Regional Council.

Community adaptation planning is a new journey with Council, community and our Mana Whenua partners.

The Ruawai and Raupō project is the first many community adaptation plans to follow across the District, with more to follow in future. To find out more, visit www.kaipara.govt.nz/climate-change

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CURBING YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

An upcycling enterprise for good

by Andy Bryenton

For decades, the Salvation Army has been there to assist Kiwis in need, and its Dargaville family store combines a recycling and upcycling ethos with compassion and giving.

There are 30-plus initiatives that the Salvation Army fund and run in the north, including the Kaipara food bank, substance abuse counselling, emergency housing, preschool breakfasts, finance budgeting and emergency clothing, to name just a few. The revenue raised in

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their family stores goes directly to helping the local community. The question for many Dargaville folks is, ‘what can I donate?’

“We are always in need of clothing,” says Salvation Army spokesperson Nick Garforth. “Between the four Northland stores, we take in around 250 tonnes of clothing a year. The Salvation Army always accepts donations into our store, or you can call 09 438 3623 to arrange a pick-up.”

The family stores have been operating for more than 80 years, starting in Whangārei as what was then known as a ‘thrift store’. The Salvation Army now has four stores in Dargaville, Whangārei, Kerikeri and Kaitāia, with 17 staff and 50 volunteers. In a wider sense, the Salvation Army has been open in the north for more than 150 years, serving the local community.

“In Dargaville, the family store is staffed

by Jody, our team leader, and Lorainne, our retail operator,” says Nick. “They are assisted by five dedicated volunteers. All locals wanting to see a difference in their own community.

“The passion to work in the stores and help create funding locally drives them.

p Dargaville’s Salvation Army Family Store provides a practical recycling stream for useful goods, clothes and household items while helping those in need

The store could always do with more volunteers. All they must do is go in and register their willingness to be a part of this great community initiative.”

Practical recycling to benefit good community causes has an upside for society and the planet. All of those tonnes of clothes and large amounts of homewares, toys, books and other household items are diverted from the landfill to be enjoyed and appreciated by new owners.

The money raised is poured into prosocial projects. It also has the knock-on effect of reducing the number of new items that need to be manufactured, often from plastic and in foreign nations with less comprehensive environmental protection laws than New Zealand.

Making goods go the extra mile is another way of helping to save the planet.

By donating your unwanted treasures to the Salvation Army you are accomplishing many different kinds of good. ¢

Family Stores are a great way to recycle household goods, clothing and furniture, and to buy them at an accessible price — benefitting donors, customers, the community & the environment.

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COMPOST FOOD SCRAPS Did you know the methane gas produced by food waste in landfill is 20x more harmful to the atmosphere than CO2!? Divert food from landfill by composting or worm farming, cut your carbon footprint!

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Get the most from every drop u by Andy Bryenton

With fuel companies reaping immense profits, war and supply chain issues causing grief, and motorists paying the price at the pump, drivers want to wring the most out of every drop of petrol.

There are people 4. Windows up, weight who do this for fun; out. Drive with your windows hypermilers. Competitive up to reduce drag and take in their parsimony, these off things like roof racks and ultra-frugal motorists vie unnecessary ornamental for the title of most miserly spoilers. You don’t need and, more importantly, downforce like a race car most ecologically efficient. on your little Civic or Corolla, Huge distances have been and you don’t need lots of covered in normal cars junk in the boot either. Stow by hypermiling heroes; it in the garage to reduce now, we can share their weight and save on petrol. top tips.

5. Electrics off. Air 1. Service your car. conditioning may be a lifeClogged air filters, tyres saver in the summer, but not inflated to the right it chews fuel. If you need it, set the air to recirculate pressure, worn bearings and shocks, even sludgy and put on the thermostat engine oil. All these things at about 20 degrees. p Hypermiling is the extreme sport of fuel economy racing, but tips from this world of create friction and waste.

Don’t run big, secondary frugal driving can help ease the pain of punishing petrol prices The aim of the hypermiler amplifiers for in-car stereos, is to convert fuel into power without is slowing down and losing momentum. unnecessary light bars and rally lamps, or losing it as noise and heat, so a well- Hence rule three: a mess of phone, navigation and device 3. Drive without brakes. Not in an chargers either. maintained car is key. The fuel savings unsafe, action-movie sense, but in terms 6. Slow down. Not to levels of can be staggering.

2. Plan a route. Hypermilers plan their of avoiding braking when you can. Be sluggishness that create a line of angry trips to avoid things like stop-start traffic, super aware of the road ahead, deliberate fellow travellers, of course. Driving hills, long waits at lights and corners, and smooth in your actions, and aim smoothly rather than aggressively is the and other fuel-devouring diversions. to cruise at a low rate of RPM (engine key to saving fuel, using momentum to That’s because the biggest waste of fuel revolutions per minute). conquer hills rather than your right foot.

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The government has announced sweeping climate change and clean vehicle legislation as part of 2022’s budget, allocating $1.2 billion earned from emissions trading credits to slashing the amount of polluting cars on the road.

“This is a landmark day in our transition to a low emissions future,” said Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. “The emissions reduction plan delivers the greatest opportunity we’ve had in decades to address climate change. We can’t opt-out of the effects of climate change, so we can’t opt-out of taking action.”

Transport Minister Michael Wood is confident that between now and 2035, a ‘scrap and replace’ programme will see 181,000 of the nation’s most polluting vehicles traded in for electric and hybrid machines. The trial, beginning next year, involves 2,500 cars, and will see low and middle-income families receive up to $12,000 as a trade-in when they scrap their ‘clunker’ and embrace cleaner technology. That, combined with existing clean-car discounts, could put modern hybrids and some electric cars within the average person’s reach.

“This is a historic day for climate action in Aotearoa,” said Climate Minister James Shaw. “Because of this work, New Zealand is on track to bend the curve of its emissions downwards for the first time in its history.”

The devil is in the details, say, opponents including the far-right ACT party claiming this is a waste of money, and Te Pati Māori,

which opine that it’s not enough. With the word ‘families’ included, there are fears that the scheme may discriminate against singles, the elderly and childless couples, who are also hurting from high fuel prices and are part of the climate solution.

The low-income tag also raises the issue of affordability; $12,000 is a superlative trade-in, but it is only a fraction of the cost of a new Tesla, for example. People struggling to put food on the table in lowwage jobs might not meet the finance criteria to repay the rest.

Others fear that emissions testing to identify polluting vehicles may destroy the classic car and hotrod fraternity.

These people operate cars from a less efficient era, but only for show and historic preservation purposes.

Nevertheless, the new rules and possible trade-in discounts provide incentives to assist New Zealand toward net carbon neutrality, a goal the government believes can be achieved by mid-century. Jacinda Ardern calls this initiative ‘our nuclear-free moment’, a callback to the visionary policies of former Labour leader David Lange. Whether climate change can be sent to the same historical graveyard as French atomic testing remains to be seen. ¢

p Transport Minister Michael Wood is confident that a new trade-up scheme will remove tens of thousands of polluting cars from the roads within a decade

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Speed limit reduction submissions open u by Andy Bryenton

Consultation on proposed speed limit cuts across Kaipara began on May 17, with a narrow window for citizens to share their thoughts on plans to slow traffic and information on proposals notably hard to find.

While a blanket speed limit drop to 80km/h was quashed by an outspoken backlash of public opinion, there will still be work done on reducing the speed limit around schools and marae,and through townships located along the region’s state highways. A detailed overview is available at the nzta.govt.nz website under projects/northland-aucklandspeed-reviews/proposed-speed-limits.

“We’re covering 707 kilometres of state highway, and some of these corridors are quite extensive. We have taken a targeted approach and divided each corridor up into sections, and at this stage, we are focussing on schools and townships,” said Waka Kotahi transport agency spokesperson Steve Mutton.

In Kaipara, this means rural schools such as Aranga School on State Highway 12, Ruawai College and Ruawai Primary School, and Tangiteroria School on State Highway 14. Other schools on the highway network are situated within towns and not in the zone of the open-road speed limit. Other areas may still be targeted for big reductions where the road is deemed unsafe.

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Building smarter to beat rental crunch u by Andy Bryenton

Clever building and more volume may be the key to dismantling the cycle, which has trapped many young working New Zealanders in the rent trap.

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Superbly positioned close to all of Dargaville's key destinations, this well-appointed unit will appeal to everyone from seasoned investors to young professionals or retirees looking to establish a foothold on the property ladder. This comfortable tidy unit boasts two queen sized bedrooms with double wardrobes, a good-sized bathroom, separate toilet, a spacious open-plan living area, and an original galley kitchen, plus an office or third single bedroom. The added bonus is a workshop

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“We’re simply not creating enough rental stock to house everyone. With rents rising and mortgages becoming harder to get, it’s taking longer to save for a deposit,” says Infometrics’ principal economist Brad Olsen. “With broader inflation picking up, just keeping a roof over your head is a financial nightmare.”

It is exacerbated by the fact that, since 2007, average rental costs have increased by more than 83%, while disposable income has risen by only 64%, numbers confirmed by Statistics New Zealand. Mortgage costs have gone up 42% in the same time, indicating profits for landlords. However, building consents are only just starting to catch up with a demand so keen that the number of families needing emergency housing has increased fivefold in the past six years. A repeal and replacement of the outdated Resource Management Act may help.

Financial and economic giant PriceWaterhouseCoopers agreed. A report from this company notes that the new national policy statement on urban development will redistribute wealth from landlords to renters and first home buyers by reducing the cycle of reverse wealth

p A faster, more effective pathway to building affordable dwellings will cool the rental market, say economists

redistribution. They see this as a positive, with more apartments and affordable dwellings going up, reducing the squeeze on supply and thus balancing the market.

Here in the north, changes to the building landscape could not be more pertinent. Record-high rents and profits for landlords in Auckland have seen many families move to the provinces, knockingon the need for housing and innovative housing delivery options. The need for clever housing delivery is on the mind of politicians as the election cycle looms. All agree that supply is the key to problems with demand, but also that here is no ‘quick fix’ to the predicament. ¢

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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.

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Centrally located between both coasts this 32ha(more or less) property is a forty minute drive southwest of Whangarei and two hours forty minutes north of Auckland. Consisting of both regenerating pines and bush - a perfect place to build a cabin and retreat to on weekends. A metal track leads to a private position offering rural views with not a neighbour in sight. Buyers are spoilt for choice with multiple building platforms. The Waiotira Golf Club, community hall and pony club grounds are nearby. Hunters will relish the wild pigs in the area. A land assessment report is available on request for those interested in potential carbon farming from the regenerated pine trees (due diligence required). Once a forestry block, the property was not replanted on harvest leaving the pine trees standing today to regenerate themselves. Enquiries over $685,000 plus GST if any.

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This 33.9 hectare block provides options for the discerning buyer. Located within 3 kilometers from Dargaville, the location only adds value to the property.

Tender (unless sold prior) Closing 1pm, Tue 7 Jun 2022 84 Walton Street, Whangarei Phone for viewing times Todd Skudder 027 439 1235 todd.skudder@bayleys.co.nz

Currently leased to a Kumara grower, the land presents multiple options for its use. Do you, continue with the regime of growing kumara's and raising bull beef? Is it a dairy support block that grows quality maize? or continue with the lease arrangement and land bank? Building your dream home on quality land with sustainability in mind will also work here.

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DARGAVILLE 65 Ranfurly Street Sunshine All Day A 1950's family home on a good street close to schools and in good order. Three bedrooms, open plan living with loads of light make for nice family living. Insulated with heat-pump and a log fire, the house also has had a brand-new roof in 2021. On a flat section with tidy gardens this is a great family home or investment as it meets all rental requirements.

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DARGAVILLE SURROUNDS Just Waiting for You 12ha block with original two bedroom homestead which does need some attention and is being sold in an as is condition. The property has some very good out buildings which include the old cowshed that still has some plant, this would be great for calf rearing, woolshed with pens for calves, pigs, storage sheds for equipment. There are also the large cattle yards with head bail and loading facilities. It has handy location for our Kai Iwi Lakes, Baylys Beach and only 12 kilometres into Dargaville.

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

May

DDMM Workshop Series – Colour and Design — 23rd May 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.

June

Sunday Drum Sessions — 5th June 4.30pm–5.30pm at Baylys Beach Community Centre. $10 per person, drums for hire at $5 each. Numbers limited. Bookings Essential. Enquiries or bookings to Josie 021 0223 8621 or josie.scott@xtra.co.nz.

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.

Markets

Dargaville Twilight Market — 27th May 5pm–8pm at the Northern Wairoa Boating Club, Totara Street.

Monthly Market — 4th June 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 Menz Shed — is open Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday mornings from 10am to 12noon. New members are welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685. Vaccine Pass Required.

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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PUZZLE TIME

Jumbo crossword ACROSS 1 Modify for a new purpose (5) 4 Disapprove (4,1,3,4,2) 11 Cereal crop (5) 14 Rural holdings (5) 15 Inconsiderate (11) 16 Rough writing (8) 19 Perturb (7) 20 Undress (5) 21 Bed cover (9) 24 Unreal (9) 26 Dishonest act or statement (6) 27 Become wider (6) 31 Insure (5) 32 Brews up (8) 34 Intense dislike or fear of foreigners (10) 37 Small child (3) 39 Of the stomach (7) 40 Russian vehicle drawn by three horses abreast (6) 41 Incapable (6) 42 Dross (4) 43 Tuneful (7) 46 Proficiency (10) 51 Piece (7) 55 Dark blue colour (4) 56 Grinding teeth (6) 57 Lucky charm (6) 58 Crack (7) 60 Male cat (3) 62 Prepared (2,3,5) 63 On time (8) 64 Chocolate substitute (5) 67 Travelling show (6) 68 Of mountains (6)

69 Dare (9) 74 Eating place (9) 75 Thin soup (5) 76 Diary (7) 81 Hinged hatch (8) 82 Fairground ride (6,5) 83 Muggy (5) 84 Communication device (5) 85 Be lavish in one’s spending or celebrations (4,3,4,3) 86 Prise (5) DOWN 2 Lethal (6) 3 Dancing shoes (5) 5 Throbbing pain (4) 6 Globe-circling line (7) 7 Summer flower (6) 8 Grind (4) 9 Sixth sense (8) 10 False front (6) 11 Wagon-builder (10) 12 Small island off Italy (4) 13 Thick sweet syrup (7) 17 Grass edging of road (5) 18 Think carefully (10) 22 Pry (5) 23 Meal cooked outdoors (8) 25 Distinguished musician (7) 26 Aloof (7) 28 Rummage for food (6) 29 Be frugal (6)

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30 Loses feathers (6) 33 Collector’s item (5) 35 Confess to (5) 36 Pacific country (4) 38 Change direction (4) 43 Craze (5) 44 Vary a lot (anag)(8) 45 Genetically copied (6) 46 Ornate lighting fixture (10) 47 Majority (4) 48 Instance (7) 49 Of or like a horse (6) 50 Large strong box (5) 52 Heinous (4) 53 Small wild horse (7) 54 Lacking width (6) 59 Enterprising or ambitious drive (3-23-2) 61 Stop up with filler (5) 65 Embrocation (8) 66 Snake poison (5) 67 Museum keeper (7) 70 Small axe (7) 71 Regain (6) 72 Painting in plaster (6) 73 Aliens (anag)(6) 77 Red powder (5) 78 Employee (4) 79 Complimentary (4) 80 Meal list (4)

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After School Care and Holiday Programme for 5-13 year olds

A LT O G E T H E R BETTER

OPEN 3.00pm to 6.00pm Monday to Friday Hokianga Road, Dargaville BE IN QUICK!

Mobile 027 352 2871

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T. GLASS PANELBEATERS since 1984

CALL CHRIS HICKEY ON 027 561 1719 email: fencingspecialists.nz@gmail.com

37 BEACH ROAD DARGAVILLE PO BOX 264 DARGAVILLE

Brand new service team to help you with household cleaning, yard maintenance, lawn-mowing and clippings removal in the Dargaville and surrounding area.

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

Replacement or repair of stonechip windscreens

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

5 PORRITT STREET RUAWAI Ph 09 439 2416 • 021 210 6179 tgkumara@yahoo.co.nz

• TRENCHING

09 439 8210 | 027 497 2929 sales@aztecaluminium.co.nz

Dargaville Funeral Services Ltd 24 Hours — 09 439 8016 Locally owned and operated The Point of Difference

Jessica Young – 020 4119 1299 office@dargavillefuneralservices.co.nz

Bruce Young – 027 575 7377 www.dargavillefuneralservices.co.nz

ContaCt Grant on: C: 021 245 3399 P: 09 439 7389 E: grant@granttregidgabuilders.co.nz W: www.granttregidgabuilders.co.nz

Grant Tregidga Builders Ltd For all your building needs, from pre-planning to finish

AFFORDABLE SEPTIC SERVICES IN YOUR AREA

• POST BORING • EXCAVATIONS • SITE CLEARANCE

Farm Drainage & Dams • Site Cuttings Track building & Maintenance Bridge Building & Repair • Stock Yard - Beef & Sheep Fencing Rural / Security Building Site Preparation & Footings Retaining Walls Concrete Prep & Lay • Digger Work • Bulldozer Work

• ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR

Tom Silby 021 226 4562 • tom@hillcutcontracting.co.nz

“NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

• DRAINS & WATER TABLES • TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS

CALL TRAVIS! 021 056 7665

Using worms, sun and time - we process all our liquid waste into rich compost.

Composted for 3 years - low in NPK, tested PH7

40L BAGS FOR SALE AT THE GATE. 906 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford

Phone: 09 423 7014

$5EA

Find us on

www.macjimray.co.nz

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• RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • CIVIL ELECTRICAL

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

STEVEN 022 544 1238 or 09 393 1051 mcmillanelectrical@outlook.com

MUDDY

THUMBS

morrisandmorris.co.nz

OMAMARI LOGGING

GARDENING & MAINTENANCE

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

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

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

Call now for a no obligation free quote!

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

Matt 021 111 0595 or email muddythumbs@gmail.com

Local Tree Services

teamvegetation.co.nz

0800 933 326

OPTOMETRISTS THURSDAYS 10.30AM — 4.00PM Phone 09 438 3509 Shop 4 | Edwin Arcade 86 Victoria Street, Dargaville

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

Safer, Faster & Cheaper • • • • • •

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

Domestic • Commercial • Industrial • Cowsheds Ph: Stevie 027 284 1300 Em: stevie-pock@hotmail.com

Tu Christey Massage Therapist 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 Phone: (09) 439 6518 Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: tuthemt@gmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

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KAIPARA SERVICE DIRECTORY WESTCOAST CONCRETE

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

Residential Rural & Commercial Concrete BCITO Certified | Experienced Concrete Worker Driveways | Footpaths | Patios | House Floors | Shed Pads | and More Located in Dargaville servicing Kaipara and wider Northland

Repairs & modifications 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 p e w

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

Contact us today for your FREE QUOTE

0800 HOSEDOC

021 040 0654 | ohe@westcoastconcrete.co.nz

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

DONNA PETERS & HANNAH HARDING

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the May 31 2022 edition is Monday, May 30 2022

FOR SALE

PET SUPPLIES

SEPTIC TANK SERVICES

SITUATIONS VACANT

CARAVAN 4 Sale Avondale Argente 3.92. 2x berth, wof and all certs current. Hot/cold water, 2x way fridge (gas/power), full stove, 4 x gas stove top, toilet, shower, solar panel, immaculate. View Logan Street Dargaville, $29,500 ONO. Health reasons for selling. Phone 021 0225 6032.

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.

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.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

TRADES & SERVICES

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

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

Phone Garden2Go 021 0218 1111.

CHOOKS FOR sale $5.00 each. Phone Aoroa Poultry Bernie 022 363 7991 or Daphne 021 262 1080 for more info.

Dargaville Bobcat 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.

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.

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER 2012 NZ new 4 wheel drive $9,900 ono. Phone 09 439 8387.

Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

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.

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

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.

SEASON WOOD poplar and pine $20 a load cut your own length. Phone 021 0832 1139.

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

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

NURSERIES & PLANTS NEW RELEASE White bottlebrush (Mary), tall white callistemon, ready for hedging, shelter, Landscaping, or just a feature plant. From $8.00. Got2Go Plants, 55 West Coast Road Te Kopuru 09 439 5556.

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.

WANTED TO RENT 38YRS OLD male & 4yrs old daughter with two friendly dogs. Looking in any area. Anything considered, has great references. Phone 022 175 0313.

WANTING RENTAL HOUSE. Phone 027 385 8209.

Phone or Txt Paul |

09 439 5073 027 271 2022

FOR RENT MODERN SUNNY 1 bed cottage stand alone sea view private on 5 aches. $250 per week, including power & water. Suits 1 quiet person working. Phone 09 431 8448.

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

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

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

WORK WANTED

WEEK OF

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

MORNING

AFTERNOON

AFTERNOON

THU 26/05 DOWNTOWN ABBEY: NEW ERA (PG) 12.00PM

SAT 28/05

THE BAD GUYS (PG) 1.00PM

SUN 29/05

OPERATION MINCEMEAT (M) 1.00PM

MON 30/05

CLOSED

TUE 31/05

CLOSED

WED 01/06

Adult $16

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Last screening

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TOP GUN: MAVERICK (M) 5.30PM

TOP GUN: MAVERICK (M) 8.00PM

THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT

TOP GUN: MAVERICK (M) 8.00PM

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26th May – 1st June

(R13) 5.30PM

DOWNTOWN ABBEY: OPERATION TOP GUN: MAVERICK NEW ERA MINCEMEAT (M) 8.00PM (PG) 3.00PM (M) 5.30PM DOWNTOWN ABBEY: EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE, ALL AT ONCE NEW ERA (R13) 6.00PM (PG) 3.30PM

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA

Senior (65+) $13.50

Student $13.50 w/ID

THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT

(R13) 5.30PM

Child $9.00

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

Please email your CV and cover letter to: area51@outlook.co.nz

Dune Mangawhai

We offer; • Competitive pay • A great team to work with • Ongoing training & development • Opportunities for career progression • A beautiful location to live & work • Support with visa applications

Is this you?!

Email your CV to the_cove@yahoo.co.nz

Position available now!

LIVESTOCK FOR SALE

BELOW SEA LEVEL SPECKLE PARK SALE BULLS I FEMALES I GENETICS FRIDAY 3RD JUNE, 2022 • 1PM SIMPSON ROAD, RUAWAI

NEW FILMS: TOP GUN: MAVERICK FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: DRIVE MY CAR, OPERATION MINCEMEAT, DOWNTOWN ABBEY 2, THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT, EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE DOWNTOWN ABBEY: NEW ERA (PG) 12.00PM

If you are an experienced mechanic with a current NZ driver licence and you can work unsupervised and as a team member, take pride in your workmanship, confident, motivated and reliable with well developed diagnostics skills and can carry out repairs efficiently and effectively, then we want to hear from you.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

WAYNE & ANNETTE

THE ANZAC THEATRE

We are an automotive service and repair workshop, we service and repair all makes and models of vehicles as well as specialising in 4WDs

We have several exciting positions which have become available at the Dune. We are looking for a front of house team member, a Pizza Chef & a Senior Sous Chef. The Dune is based in the laid-back, beautiful beach town of Mangawhai in the winterless North with awesome surf beaches and a great local community.

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

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN We are seeking a full or part-time trade-qualified Automotive Technician to join the team at our workshop in Dargaville.

MATURE MALE seeks part time employment honest, reliable, good references, fully vaccinated, licence endorsements F-R-W. Phone Dave 022 1664 150.

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.

ENTERTAINMENT

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CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the May 31 2022 edition is Monday, May 30 2022 SITUATIONS VACANT

Northland Kindergarten Association Te Kura Kōhungahunga Tōpū o Te Taitokerau

Selwyn Park Kindergarten, Dargaville PART TIME POSITION ADMIN SUPPORT STAFF - KAIPARA Selwyn Park Kindergarten is currently looking for part time admin support staff 15 hours per week.

Applicant preferably to have administrative, ICT and accounts experience.

A job description can be downloaded from our website www.nka.org.nz This position will commence in June or as soon as practicable.

Please send a letter of application and full CV to; Email: Appointments Secretary appointments@nka. org.nz Or post: Northland Kindergarten Association, PO Box 4005, Whangarei, 0141.

Application close: 2.00pm Thursday 26 May 2022. *Pay rate up to $25 per hour for the right candidate. th

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

PUBLIC NOTICES Parirau Church Restoration Committee AGM Tēnā koutou, we are proud to announce our Annual General Meeting to be held on Saturday 11 June at 10.00am (NZT) at Parirau Marae (and via Zoom).

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The Agenda for the AGM is:

Karakia/Mihi • Apologies • Previous AGM Minutes Chair Report • Financial Report • Funding Election of Committee Members Presentation Achievements and Thanks General Business This event is open to the community. A reminder to please stay home if unwell. For Covid restrictions, please refer to Parirau Marae. Please email zionparirau@gmail.com for queries or Zoom invite.

All other details at: www.facebook.com/zionchurchparirau

For those attending in person, bring a plate for lunch and cash for raffles. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you all soon.

PUBLIC NOTICES

DEATH 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.

BATES, BARRY Ronald (Bazz)

Passed away on 16th May 2022.

Beloved brother, uncle, father and friend. A private cremation has been held. A service celebration Barry’s (Bazz) life will be held at a later date.

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.

JOHNSON NEIL HALFORD

DUCK SHOOTERS - From the horse’s mouth. Do we have to put up with the duck shooters on the river who are frightening the cattle which are not used to gunshots?

I have lost one animal. It could have drowned running away inf ear. These duck shooters don’t care about farm animals as long as they shoot as many ducks as they can. Signed Tangiteroria Stirrer.

Died suddenly on 14 May 2022 at home, in his 91st year. Much loved partner of Shirley for 25 years.

Husband of the late Ivy. Loved father and father-in-law of Pam and Dennis, John and Dot. Grandy of Shane, Jesse, and Rebecca; loved great-Grandy and great-great-Grandy.

All correspondence to 44b Cranley Street Dargaville 0310

OTAMATEA HARBOURCARE Society (Inc) NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Members and supporters are invited to our AGM on Tuesday 21 st June 2022 starting at 7.30pm Country Club, Bickerstaffe Rd, Maungaturoto. Mark Vincent Secretary.

Kaipara

Community Health Trust HEALTH SHUTTLE Accessible Transport We have a wheelchair hoist (Dargaville and Whangarei Health Appointments) For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

KCC AGM

SKEENS

Patricia Carolyn (Trish)

7pm Wednesday 8th June 40 Hokianga Rd Dargaville

Passed away on May 19th, 2022 very peacefully, at home surrounded by family and friends; aged 66 years.

Loving Mum to Rick, Dam, and Gemma. Devoted Grandma of Trae, Zsalea, Damian Junior, and Chance.

Loved Sister and Sister-in-law of Stephen and Debbie, Carmel and Stephen.

A service to celebrate Trish’s life will be held at The Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hokianga Road, Dargaville, on Wednesday 25th May 2022 at 12 pm. All communications to PO Box 306, Dargaville 0340.

SITUATIONS VACANT

IN MEMORIAM APPLETON, SNOW It’s been 15 years since you left us. Still missing you, especially our chats. Love Joy and Laurie.

THANK YOU

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

Saturday, 28th May 2022 Dargaville

WALKERS WANTED! ● Reliable distributors wanted for part-time work delivering circulars/newspapers into household letterboxes

Trevor Donald Dawn and family would like to express their thanks to the many people who sent cards and flowers, or who called in person, and to those who brought baking and meals, after the loss of our dear Trevor. Your kindness was greatly appreciated

Proudly sponsored by Catherine Stewart Country Specialist Bayleys Real Estate

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

Are you involved in a community or sport group?

Do you have aspirational ideas for improving our facilities in dargaville?

● No experience necessary - really!

Would you like to see more events held in dargaville?

● We would prefer if you had a smartphone

If you answered yes to any of the above or you are interested we would love for you to come along to a community hui to discuss & explore the possibilities.

● Materials to be distributed are delivered right to your door ● Regular work - twice weekly EARN EXTRA CASH, GET YOUR DAILY EXERCISE & EXPLORE THE NEIGHBOURHOOD!

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DATE: TIME: VENUE: MORE INFO CONTACT:

Tues 31st May 2022 5.30pm Robin Branch Room, Sportsville, Memorial Park Dargaville roxanne@sportnorthland.co.nz

RUGBY UNION

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May 24 2022

What is your property worth?

Rachael

Craig

Michael

Gary

Rhoda

Karyn

Shar

Jill

Christine

021 943 900 Sales

021 461 668 Sales

027 278 8122 Sales

021 902 087 Sales

0274 800 691 Sales

029 779 9019 Sales

022 046 4790 Sales

021 505 712 Sales

027 488 1883

What is your property worth?

Contact us for your no obligation, free sales appraisal.

09 431 1016

09 439 7295

143 Hurndall Street Maungaturoto 0520

110 Victoria Street Dargaville 0340

Property Manager

Property Manager

09 431 1016

09 439 7295

143 Hurndall Street Maungaturoto 0520

110 Victoria Street Dargaville 0340

Sales Manager

Contact us for your no obligation, free sales appraisal. roperandjones.co.nz

roperandjones.co.nz Adrianne Rochelle Corey

0204 076 2650 Sales & PM

Covering the Kaipara

Licensed under REAA 2008

Rachael

Craig

Michael

Gary

Rhoda

Karyn

Shar

Jill

Christine

Adrianne

Rochelle

Corey

021 943 900 Sales

021 461 668 Sales

027 278 8122 Sales

021 902 087 Sales

0274 800 691 Sales

029 779 9019 Sales

022 046 4790 Sales

021 505 712 Sales

027 488 1883

0204 076 2650

Sales Manager

Sales & PM

Property Manager

Property Manager

Rachael

021 943 900 Sales

Craig

Michael

021 461 668 Sales

027 278 8122 Sales

Gary

021 902 087 Sales

Rhoda

0274 800 691 Sales

Karyn

029 779 9019 Sales

Shar

Jill

Christine

Adrianne

Rochelle

Corey

022 046 4790 Sales

021 505 712 Sales

027 488 1883

0204 076 2650

Sales Manager

Sales & PM

Property Manager

Property Manager

Covering the Kaipara

Licensed under REAA 2008

Covering the Kaipara Licensed under REAA 2008

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

www.roperandjones.co.nz

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

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RRP $1,199

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Panasonic 8.5kg Front Loader Washing Machine

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Ph: 09 439 8305 DARGAVILLE 87 Victoria Street