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Making moves on a digital canvas u by Andy Bryenton

Artist Lloyd Matiu came to Dargaville for a fresh start for this family, but instead, found inspiration and success in digital design.

Firefighters applauded for serving Dargaville

Last week saw the Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrate the achievements of their own, with an honours …

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Hail to the trail

The Tangiteroria Trail Ride was a great success for 2023, raising money for the small town’s school while offering a great curtain raiser to a season of …

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Business community rallies

Local business leaders heard about mayor Craig Jepson’s vision for future prosperity in Dargaville last week …

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“Dargaville was a random choice, but it has been great for us,” says Lloyd, father of four and up-andcoming clothing designer, artist and entrepreneur.

“There are so many good people in this town. I wanted to make a fresh start, and Dargaville has provided the space and the focus for me to take care of my kids and to develop my art.”

Being a full-time parent allowed Lloyd to re-engage with a childhood affinity for drawing, which grew into a sideline in custom commissions. He took the concept online and found an avid market branching out into digital graphics and clothing design.

“I made 20 shirts ,and they sold out within a day. That’s when I knew this was going to be big,” he says. “It’s a very hands-on process, taking a design and making it into clothing.”

The range now includes T-shirts, hoodies, and tracksuits for adults and kids. Lloyd is also able to create custom artworks for his customers; a favourite has been his ability to take a photo and turn it into a vivid, Marvel or animestyle cartoon. These are great gifts for youngsters, and the concept grew from his own children, overjoyed to see themselves as superheroes through his art.

Another local initiative intersected with this trajectory of growth when the Tika Pono Toi gallery gained momentum with help from the Generator programme.

“Since the Tika Pono Toi opening I have not had a single day off,” says Lloyd. “It’s been a real rollercoaster.”

p A self-portrait of V1bez100 artist and designer Lloyd Matiu, who credits a move to Dargaville as the life-changing event which ignited his career

With a large and impressive artwork on the gallery wall catching the attention of media, other designers, and even marketing giants Amazon, Lloyd’s V1bez100 clothing line has become hot property, gaining praise for its fresh and innovative style. However, while he says that long-term goals may include a storefront in central Auckland and

collaborations with other well-known designers, his focus remains on his family.

“The kids are the main purpose,” he says. “This is for them.”

For now, the momentum of fame continues to build for this Dargaville entrepreneur. His designs and artwork can be seen at his online gallery at v1bez100.com. ¢

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Wastewater scheme plans for growth

Firefighters applauded for serving Dargaville

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The Kaipara District Council has approved a further expansion of the Mangawhai wastewater scheme, allowing for more connections to facilitate growth in the area.

Last week saw the Dargaville Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrate the achievements of their own, with an honours night roll-call of long and exemplary service medals.

Two stages, at a cost of $2.3 million, have been approved, with three more set to be completed by Wai Tāmaki ki Te Hiku, Auckland and Northland’s new water entity, which is slated to come online in June next year.

Stage one will add 550 new possible connections to the system, with technology to optimise what is already in place. That should account for the projected residential growth, which has seen Mangawhai steadily increase in population in recent years, out to 2030.

“We need to stay ahead of the game and have the wastewater system ready to come onstream when it is needed,” says mayor Craig Jepson.

In stage two, the council will begin design and resource consenting for a new irrigation system, including subsurface irrigation to specific areas of the Mangawhai Golf Course. Now it has approved stage two, discussions regarding the subsurface irrigation can continue with the management of the Mangawhai Golf Club.

“In the future, the farm irrigation system will be reduced, with the majority of treated wastewater flowing a short

With area manager Wipari Henwood in at tendance to of ficiate, the volunteers of the Dargaville brigade came together at the town’s fire station to congratulate those among their ranks who have served p Wipari Henwood presents King’s Service Medals to firefighters Craig Woollam and Steve Astbury with good conduct for many years. with King’s Service Medals, having both Brian Armstrong received the gold star served for 14 years. Many other brigade for 25 years of service to the brigade and members received minor awards for their the town as a firefighter. dedication and spirit. In a boost to the Deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen camaraderie and fraternal goodwill of was in attendance and noted that the brigade, several other ‘awards’ of a this occasion added to the brigade’s more comical nature were handed out, respectable history. provoking good-natured laughs.

“The Dargaville brigade has had 35 Area manager Wipari Henwood gold stars awarded to its members over characterised the Dargaville brigade’s its 110-year history,” said Mr Larsen. volunteers as ‘rock solid’; high praise in “Thank you to the whole Dargaville a year which has seen firefighters battle brigade for your dedicated service to everything from bushfires to cyclonethe community.” related flooding. Following the awards, In addition to Mr Armstrong’s gold the entire brigade was treated to a star award, firefighters Craig Woollam dinner catered by local grillmasters, Big and Steve Astbury were also presented D’s Barbecue. ¢

p The KDC’s Anin Nama has outlined plans to boost the capacity of Mangawhai’s wastewater scheme

distance over the hill to Mangawhai Golf Club,” says Anin Nama, KDC general manager of infrastructure services.

“The current spraying operation at the Brown Road farm will be replaced with either a wetland system or subsurface irrigation. This plan was informed by an investigation into farm operations earlier this year.”

Three additional stages are, at present, intended to be built by the incoming Three Waters entity Wai Tāmaki ki Te Hiku, after 2024. ¢

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Jamboree trivia fundraiser Deputy mayor’s annexe vow u by Amy Fifita

The First Dargaville Scouts Group is hosting a quiz night on Saturday, November 18, at 6.30pm, at the Dargaville Scout Den, 23 Onslow Street.

“I’ve been a scout for about six years. Practising knots is challenging, but my favourite activity is the games like dodgeball and kicks,” says Murdoch Rota.

Murdoch will be one of the scouts assisting with collecting answer sheets and catering at the trivia night. In the past year, the group has engaged in various fundraising activities to fund the 23rd Aotearoa New Zealand Scout Jamboree trip expenses. Efforts have included firewood and pine cone sales and other community works.

“We have been helping Sport Northland with events and assisted p Jess Rota with her son Murdoch, who has been engaged in Scouts for six years at the Three Lakes Trail Run at Kai The children have engaged in various Iwi Lakes. Scout leaders and parents were positioned as marshals around the lakes. camps and activities in preparation Some members have been fundraising for the jamboree at Mystery Creek, themselves and collecting pocket money,” Ōhaupō, in December.

“The children had opportunities to says organiser Jess Rota. say what activities they would like to do.

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After a diplomatic breakdown saw funding for a new annexe to Dargaville’s town hall fall through last week, deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen publically vowed to find alternative funding for the project.

“At last week’s meeting, I committed to championing the cause of finding a solution to fix the Dargaville Town Hall annexe. A funding solution needs to be found as soon as possible so that planning and work can get underway,” said councillor Larsen.

“I want to work with the local community and key stakeholder groups, including the cinema, art gallery and Citizen’s Advice Bureau, and other town hall users, to ensure that the outcome is optimised for all.”

The current annexe is condemned and must b e d e m o l i s h e d a f te r construction issues and cyclone damage combined p Deputy mayor Jonathan Larsen has promised that he will find another way to afford a new town hall annexe for Dargaville to make the structure unsafe to occupy. While more than $2 million in process needs to be carefully considered Three Waters-related Better Off funding with community consultation.”

Dargaville will still receive what was fell through due to a failure to consult successfully with local iwi groups as originally planned for the Better Off required by the Department of Internal funding in 2022; plans for a new library Affairs, it’s the deputy mayor’s contention and community hub. This hub was always that other funding sources may be found. intended to sit adjacent to the town “We need to look at a whole raft of hall. One solution could be to plan the options,” Larsen stated. “This could mean new annexe as part of this and fund its funding in the Long Term Plan or making construction through the establishment of savings elsewhere. What is vital is that the a non-council community trust. ¢

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Hail to the trail

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The Tangiteroria Trail Ride was a great success for 2023, raising money for the small town’s school while offering a great curtain raiser to a season of off-road fun.

The Maungatūroto Op Shop and Maungatūroto Country Club are collaborating to host the inaugural Recycle, Reuse, Reveal for upcycled creations, and registrations are now open.

p Riders hit the trail in Tangiteroria — just some of the 863 motorcyclists of all ages who enjoyed a perfect day in the dirt supporting Tangiteroria School

The day dawned crisp and cold, and riders assembled early at the new starting point for a post-dawn muster. In all, 863 riders would complete the loops during the day, including younger participants tackling the shorter and less demanding junior course.

Part of the day’s excitement was the running of the Allan Jessop Memorial Race, which was split into three categories. In the expert bracket, Cameron MacDonald blitzed the field with a time of 20 min 25 sec, followed by Luke Uhrhe in second and Blake Jessop in third.

In the novice race, Oli McLaren took the top spot on the podium, followed by

Liam Thornhill and Tony Sellars, and in the veterans grade, Ron Garton was first across the line, with Ricky Morrison second and Mark Fullerton third.

Special thanks go out from the event’s organisers to the Tangiteroria Home and School Association, the volunteers and community supporters who gave their time and expertise to make the day possible, and the sponsors who brought this event to fruition. Extra accolades were given to the local families, who allowed their farms to be used to stage the trail ride, and the St John team, who were there to keep participants safe. ¢

p Stella Clyde came up with the idea of Recycle, Reuse, Reveal after witnessing local creative people use goods bought from the Maungatūroto Op Shop, where she volunteers

“I came up with the idea from watching incredibly creative people come into the Maungatūroto Op Shop. I am amazed by what local people make and am hopeful that this event will inspire others,” says co-organiser Stella Clyde.

“It is to get people thinking about reusing items and stopping them from going to the tip. This event will be a lot of fun.”

Stella, Julie Cahill and Terri Donaldson are organising the competition. There are four categories — masks for 11 years old and younger, cosplay for 12–18 years old. The steampunk, high fashion and anything-goes sections are open to all ages. Designs must have at least

80% of recycled materials. “We get so many clever people who buy from the op shop that turn jeans into bags or spoons to turn them into jewellery. The event will showcase how creative our local people are,” said co-organiser Julie Cahill.

Email maungaturotocountryclub@ gmail.com to register your interest by Friday, December 15. The event will be at the Maungatūroto Country Club on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

“We will have a catwalk with music and sell tickets as a fundraiser to go back into the community via the op shop and the country club. We would like it to be an annual event and will have local judges and prizes, too,” Julie says. ¢

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Professional, modern library discussed

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Mangawhai citizens and library volunteers have asked for parity with Dargaville in terms of library services, seeking paid roles for librarians and potential extended hours.

Jaime Warrington-Grace is having a fundraiser quiz on Saturday, November 25, at 6.30pm at the Maungatūroto Country Club, 84 Bickerstaffe Road.

The population of Mangawhai has grown greatly in recent years, but currently, the town’s library is run on a part-time basis by unpaid community members. A proposal to Kaipara District Council members at last week’s briefing saw Mangawhai locals ask for similar services to those offered by Dargaville’s modern, well-stocked and staffed library.

“Kaipara Libraries Strategy, along with previous LTPs, highlight the need for a new library hub in Mangawhai, professionally staffed, to address longstanding inequities of service,” said Kaipara Libraries manager Lisa Salter.

“Establishing a branch library with paid professional staff in the existing Mangawhai library space will go a long way to providing a more equitable service and take the pressure off volunteers as community demand continues to grow.”

“As the library manager for the last 19 years, I fully support the proposal for paid librarians for Mangawhai Library,” said Judy Langmuir, Mangawhai Library’s manager.

“Our membership has increased by 117 in the last nine months, and we are issuing 25,000 books each year. If

“I am a year 11 student at Otamatea High School and have been in the senior netball team, coach of the junior netball team, and the Duke of Edinburgh gold award,” said Jaime.

Jaime discovered the Rotary Youth Exchange Programme through a friend and, after asking her parents, chose to apply.

Due to the influx of applicants, Jaime went p Parents Jane Warrington and Murray Grace encouraged their through a rigorous selection daughter Jaime Warrington-Grace (right) to pursue the Rotary process. She was selected exchange programme to be one of the 12 students engaged in the programme New Zealand- It is a great opportunity for Jaime to see wide, travelling to various places in what it is like for an exchange student Europe in 2024. before her own adventure begins.”

“Jaime will be going to Belgium Tables are six to eight people in January 2024 via Dubai. She will at $15 a person. Pre -book at experience living with four different maungaturotocountryclub@gmail.com by host families in Bastogne whilst Friday, November 24. attending one school and learning two “I am excited and grateful for the foreign languages.

Rotarians giving me this opportunity, “Currently, we are hosting a Rotary and the quiz fundraiser will allow me to exchange student from Switzerland see more of Europe whilst I am there,” named Lars, who is attending OHS, too. Jaime said. ¢

p Mangawhai’s library could become a professional operation like Dargaville’s, says KDC libraries manager Lisa Salter

membership continues to grow at this rate, we will need extended hours. I volunteer 600-plus hours a year, and feel it is too much for the council to expect us to run the library on a voluntary basis, as most of the volunteers are in their seventies.”

A $70,000 upgrade to the current library building and $150,000 for wages covering three staff can all to be accommodated in Long Term Plan and Annual Plan budgets. ¢

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Have your say on future accommodation

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Hotel, tourism and leisure experts Horwath HTL has been engaged by the Dargaville Community Development Board to research the need and opportunity for new commercial accommodation in the Kauri Coast area.

Local business leaders heard about mayor Craig Jepson’s vision for future prosperity in Dargaville last week, at a meeting, which highlighted the benefits of entrepreneurs working together.

“At the moment, there is a good supply of camping ground accommodation in the district, and this is popular in particular over summer,” says Stephen Hamilton, Horwath HTL’s director.

“However, over a period of time, while there has been an increase in domestic and international visitors to Northland, there has been a reduction in the capacity of other forms of commercial accommodation p The Kauri Coast needs accommodation options; but is a resort, in Dargaville.“ hotel, motel or better B&B access and camping the answer?

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The Dargaville Community Development Board hosted a Meet the Councillors session for leaders in retail and commerce on November 1. In an address to this group, which as yet still lacks a formal business association to liaise with the council, the mayor opined that cooperation could reap major dividends.

“I encourage them to do p Mayor Jepson (centre), flanked by councillors Jonathan Larsen and Gordon Lambeth, in front of the recently so. There’s a lot of power opened Tangiteroria complex, an example of community in communities that work cooperation in action together. One good example “We could well be missing tourist is the recently constructed Tangiteroria dollars due to roading issues; people complex, which shows what a not wanting to drive on our roads to see determined town can achieve.”

Discussion ranged across many natural wonders such as the Ripiro Coast, topics, from roading and infrastructure Kai Iwi Lakes or Tāne Mahuta.

“However, if you put together some of to tourism promotion, and the need for the council to focus on practical, the savings we have made recently, they pragmatic expenditure. A board total more than $300,000. If we apply was established on which business this to roading and receive the available leaders could vote for what they saw subsidy of more than 60% from the as the most important projects in west NZTA, this equates to close to $800,000 Kaipara, and the mayor used the most in roading repairs, with all the economic benefits that would give.” ¢ selected, roading, as an example.

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Adaptation programme’s future uncertain

Armistice message with enduring meaning

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The Ruawai Adaptive Pathways pilot programme has had two of its recommendations rejected by the Kaipara District Council and will be reviewed with an eye toward reallocating its funding.

Armistice Day commemorations will occur at many RSA locations around New Zealand on November 11 as servicepeople commemorate the end of the Great War, 1914–1918.

Eight sub-areas of Ruawai were identified by the programme, with differing risks from adverse weather events.

A spectrum of approaches to adapt to climate-driven threats was formulated.

Council staff recommended that elected members should accept both. These supported p Following two cuts to climate change-related programmes in October, the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways pilot programme is now Raupō Drainage Working under scrutiny Group advice, were in line with the National Adaptation Plan, and met forward to receiving the information central government funding requirements. and understanding all the implications Nevertheless, elected members voted should we choose to discontinue the to support a motion put by Mayor Craig Ruawai Adaptive Pathways work.”

Jepson to reject sub-areas and adaptation “For us to take that power away from approaches. Furthermore, elected the community and decide that we’re members requested that council CEO going to do the adaptation how we see Jason Marris look into the implications of fit, I think, is unfair to that community,” cancelling the programme. said councillor Eryn Wilson-Collins, “I want to see us doing actual work speaking against the motion. on the ground, real actions and physical “I think the community is going to works that support the resilience of our thank me,” countered Mayor Jepson. communities,” said mayor Jepson.

“I think you would find that in Ruawai, “The Raupō Drainage Scheme is a if they knew the facts they would prime example of successful mitigation be very supportive of what we are and adaptation in Kaipara. So, I am looking doing here.” ¢

The occasion has become a time to reflect on those qualities of duty, service and sacrifice exemplified by those who serve in the armed forces. While Anzac Day is the traditional time of remembrance here in New Zealand and in neighbouring Australia, Armistice Day, sometimes called Remembrance Day, is p Dignitaries, veterans, police and emergency services, the mayor and councillors all gathered to commemorate Armistice marked for similar reasons Day in 2022; a similar turnout is expected this year in those nations that fought in the first world war.

The original Armistice was agreed This year, as wreaths are laid upon by the generals of Ottoman, Austrobeside memorial marked with the Hungarian, German, British, French, names of young soldiers, sailors and Italian and American forces at the end of airmen who did not return, the call to the first world war. By 1918, the toll of this honour the sacrifice of the fallen by war had brought Europe to a standstill. striving for diplomacy and peace has At 11 am, on November 11, the eleventh added poignancy. month in the year, hostilities ceased, “We will honour the memories of the leaving the allies to claim a victory made men and women we have lost and pay hollow by the millions of casualties it tribute to the brave soldiers of Ukraine had cost.

Armistice Day remembers the bravery as they continue their fight for freedom,” said King Charles III, addressing the and sacrifice of armed service people Commonwealth last November. This both then and in all conflicts since. year, war also rages in Gaza, with even All are welcome to attend and pay more civilian loss of life.” their respects. ¢

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Arapohue School student Ava Rintoul-McCready won first and second place in the intermediate section of the New Zealand Society of Authors Northland Schools Short Story Competition.

“My interest in writing began when I was seven years old, and I love using words to describe almost anything and creating stories,” says Ava. “I want to be an author. I love writing stories at home and reading, too. I enjoy describing different things and explaining topics from my or an animal’s perspective.

My favourite writer is Enid Blyton, who wrote Noddy, The Famous Five and The Faraway Tree books. I like everything about them and her imagination. She inspires me.”

Ava entered two stories in the year seven and eight section of the competition sponsored by Jop Design and Print. Her second-place story was A Typical Morning In The Pen, and her first-place entry is beside this story.

Former Arapohue School pupil Keira Piper took out first place last year with her story My Marae. Keira also won second place in the Toolangi CJ Dennis Australasian Poetry Competition for the same story.

“Writing for a competition was an awesome opportunity that my wonderful teacher introduced to me. It was fun, and I won first place. It was my first competition too. I used some of the prize money for a new trophy for Arapohue School — the Keira Piper Creative Writing Award. My

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A View from My Classroom Window

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When you take the time to glance out the classroom window, you see normal things . Trees, grass and weeds. Just ordinary plants. But when you look closer, you can see there’s more to it.

Beyond the mossy, aged fence, there is a wild world of overgrown plants. Grass waiting to nourish animals, fallen trees like soldiers in a war — a war against grass, that is. Strong trees border the road, sheltering it from the outside world. But what lives here? p Keira Piper won the NZSA Northland Schools Short Story Competition last year and bought the Keira Piper Creative Award for Arapohue School to donate to the school with her prize money

dream is to write books when I am older,” Keira said.

Other young Kaipara wordsmiths also competed in the NZSA competition.

Ruawai College student Emma Phillips won second place in the high school section for her story A Serendipitous Meeting Between Two Former Classmates in a Coffee Shop. Charlotte RobsonGooch got a mention on the NZSA announcement page also with her piece The Hues of Twilight. ¢

By the edge of the rushes a dark, moist world lies. Dappled frogs croak . Dragonflies buzz, dartin g in and out of weedy skyscrapers. In the safe, warm tree hollows, woodlouse scuttle, desperately trying to block out the noise of partying magpies. Worms fight against the sparrows, willing them to becom e vegeta rians.

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Ruawai’s young champions u by Andy Bryenton

Leaders in sports, academia, the arts and exemplary character were all honoured at Ruawai College’s senior prize-giving in late October, ahead of a busy exam season.

Between awards, there were powerful performances from the school’s kapa haka and mau rākau groups, solo musical performances, and Indian and Tongan dance groups.

Dux for the class of 2023 was Emma Philips, who, in an unprecedented achievement, had been awarded dux of her year every year since joining the school in 2016. Emma p Year 13 Dux Emma Philips was the recipient of a spirited haka, honouring her achievement as the school’s served as a head prefect academic champion and as well as leading the school in academic achievement, was who has done the most to promote the also awarded the $10,000 Auckland honour and good name of the school.

Academic Potential Scholarship, which This award is almost a tradition within will help fund her university education.

Tahlia’s family. Her mother, two aunts The Year 11 and 12 dux awards were and grandmother all received this prize won by Alyssa Bishop and Lucas Hassall. while at Ruawai College. Tahlia also Ben Watkins and Piper Sterling dominated received the University of Otago Dux the sporting codes, both coming away Scholarship worth $7,500. with numerous championship trophies The school also announced its deputy and the titles of male and female sports and head prefects for 2024: Seth EveRumsey, Emma Ashford, Lucas Hassall dux for 2023.

Head Prefect Tahlia Johnson was and Taynah Hardy. Seth was also awarded the Llewellyn Memorial trophy, a awarded with the trophy for student of prestigious award presented to the student the year 2023. ¢

A salute for success u by Amy Fifita

Dargaville High School senior students’ academic and sporting triumphs were celebrated at the prize-giving ceremony by families and staff last Thursday night.

p House leaders and prefects for 2024 were announced at the prize-giving ceremony

“I feel incredibly proud when I see our students achieve. We are going through changes in school and the local community. It continues to be important for us to build a pathway for students to be educated and go past school. The journey through life will change, and it is time for them to take the reigns,” said DHS principal Michael Houghton.

Many awards were given to students to acknowledge their successes with the support of staff, special guests and family. The head girl and boy also had the opportunity to say some final words to their year 13 cohort.

“It has been an incredible journey to work alongside our student leaders. I

am proud of all of us and what we have achieved together.

“There are pros and cons about Dargaville, but the most important thing is the community. There is a big world out there for us to conquer,” said head girl Willow Smith.

Angela Parahinog was awarded as the academic dux, and Eliot Williams was the recipient of the proxime accesit. Sporting dux recipients were Sinamoni Ma’ama for males and Jahkaliah Ngakuru for females.

Next year’s leaders were also announced at the prize-giving.

“I am thankful to all of the staff, the board of trustees and the business sponsors,” Mr Houghton said. ¢

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65 Years Young A little more activity — a lot more life u by Andy Bryenton

Cambridge University, one of the leading academic institutions in the UK, has published a report which proves definitively that staying active after 65 adds life to your years and years to your life.

The university itself is definitely a senior, having been founded in 1209. It is one of the first such seats of learning in the British Isles to promote the study of medicine alongside fellow mediaeval university, Oxford. That tradition continues to the present day, and a recent longterm study of 1,500 senior citizens has rendered heartening results.

Physical activity, particularly when it is moderate-intensity and raises your heart rate, is known to reduce the risk of a number of diseases, including heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. It was this latter disease which Cambridge researchers targeted with a programme called EPIC (European Prospective Investigation into Cancer). The results have wider implications.

Quality of life is hard to quantify, but a comprehensive matrix of factors was drawn up by the scientists, who tracked their subjects for six years. They discovered that quality of life increased markedly for those who took just half an hour of outdoor exercise each day and dropped for those who became

more sedentary as they entered retirement.

That might seem prosaic, but then it translated into medical data. Just a 0.1 per cent improvement in overall quality of life is associated with a 6.9 per cent reduction in premature mortality and a 4.2 per cent reduction in the need for hospitalisation.

“Keeping yourself active and limiting, and where you can, breaking up the amount of time you spend sitting down is really important p Switching out 15 minutes each day from screen or sedentary time to moderate exercise can have a major benefit to the whatever stage of life quality of life after 65 you’re at,” said Dr Dharani Yerrakalva, who helped lead the study. how much it helps. Swapping out just 15 “This seems to be particularly minutes each day, from sitting or screen important in later life when it can lead to time to walking or cycling, rendered a potentially significant improvements to 1.8 per cent quality of life improvement, your quality of life and your physical and equating to large gains in life expectancy mental wellbeing.” and time out of hospital care.

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65 Years Young A grand ol’ time u by Amy Fifita

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It is the opportunity to impart your knowledge and harmless mischief to the upcoming leaders of the next generation.

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For those with green thumbs and an or elaborate, like taking them to an excuse to get their grandchildren covered adventure park. Invest in shared interests. in dirt, gardening could be a wonderful If they enjoy playing an instrument, sing bonding moment. It can be a grounding while they play or dance to the rhythm of experience to place your hands in the the music.

Finally, a day can be completed with earth and nurture nature. Grandmas and grandpas can enjoy digging and planting a delectable hot or ice chocolate with beautiful flowers or fruit trees alongside marshmallows, chocolate syrup and biscuits. With new life found and enjoyed, the young ones.

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65 Years Young Born to be a little wild u by Liz Clark

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Clichéd as it may be, the saying ‘you’re never too old to learn something new’ still applies today. Locally around the Kaipara District, there are people in the 65-plus age group getting outdoors and having the time of their lives. In Paparoa, for example,

the local team roping club has active members in the older age group, riding their horses, taking part in the activities and having a ball doing it. So, if you’re a rider, a former one or just like horses, it’s one social activity to get involved in down at the local showgrounds.

Perhaps in the younger days, there was that motorbike ridden on the roads and taken out on long road trips. Nationwide, senior people are revisiting their wilder days when the leathers were put on, along with the boots and the helmet, to go out on a long ride with friends and enjoy the scenery out on the open road.

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The earthworks at Stonehenge may have been completed with nothing more than wooden picks and spades made from elk bone, but modern construction projects and mining operations require machines with more power than ever before.

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The biggest excavator ever to move is the Bagger 293, an immense bucketwheel machine which is used to rip up the landscape in swathes to expose coal underneath. This machine weighs more than 14,000 tonnes, and measures 96 metres tall and 225 metres long.

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p The Bagger 293 is the answer to an age-old question — how can we literally move mountains?

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Bloodworms are often found frozen in petshops, bait stores and sometimes in aquariums, but for the people harvesting them. The wriggly creatures burrow in mud, a valuable commodity for hunters who collect them from mud flats during low tide. Bloodworms are sought after across the world as fish bait and food in aquariums. While live ones offer an easy catch for fishermen, harvesting them is another matter.

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Annual Report adopted Check out the Kaipara District Council Annual Report for 2022/2023 at kaipara.govt.nz

Beach goers embrace education efforts More than 250 Ripiro Beach visitors stopped to chat with representatives from Council, local authorities, and the community over Labour Weekend.

Meet Katarina Ko Tutamoe me Maunganui nga Maunga Ko Kaihu te Awa Ko Ngāpuhi te Iwi Ko Tama te Uaua te Marae Nō Kaihu ahau Ko Katarina tōku ingoa Kia ora Kaipara whānau, my name is Katarina! I grew up camping and exploring the wild west coast of Kaipara, from Poutō to Maunganui Bluff. Based in Kaihu, I still remember freezing cold baths in the Kaihu awa (river) and walking through the ngahere (bush) with my dad.

After a stint in Australia as a teenager, I moved home and was stoked to join the Kaipara Libraries team. I play a part in enhancing my community’s wellbeing, supporting local kura (schools), and providing a safe space for people to learn, explore and play. I am passionate about my role and growing reading in our communities.

Stationed at Baylys Beach and Glinks Gully entrances, representatives walked beachgoers through beach rules and the devastating impact human behaviour can have on fragile dune systems, animals, and other beach users.

The public was also invited to provide some information about their visit, which we are now collating to inform future efforts to make Ripiro Beach a safer place for everyone.

Kaipara District Council Community & Engagement Advisor Amanda Bennett says the collective effort was welcomed by those who stopped by for a sausage and a chat.

“People really embraced our presence and wanted to learn more about the beach rules, so they could do the right thing,” says Amanda.

A big thank you to everyone who made this initiative happen; representatives from community, Department of Conservation, Fire and Emergency NZ, Kaipara District Council, Kauri Coast 4WD Club, Northland Regional Council, NZ Police, Red Hill MotoX Club, Te Roroa, and Te Uri o Hau.

Next time you’re in Dargaville, pop by the library and come say hi!

Ruawai Adaptive Pathways motion upheld Kaipara District Council Elected Members supported a motion by Mayor Craig Jepson regarding the Ruawai Adaptive Pathways pilot programme.

After discussion, Kaipara District Council Elected Members voted to not approve either the sub-areas or the adaptation approaches put forward for Ruawai Adaptive Pathways.

Meet more of our people and learn about the mahi (work) they do, their relationship with the district and why they love Kaipara.

Head to kaipara.govt.nz/our-council-our-community

Instalment two rates due 20 November Instalment two of rates for 2023/2024 is due on 20 November.

Having trouble paying your rates? If you’re having difficulty meeting the cost of your rates, talk to our friendly revenue team about developing a payment plan. You can contact the team by phone 0800 727 059 or email revenue@kaipara.govt.nz Find out more at kaipara.govt.nz/rates

Council also directed Chief Executive Jason Marris to report to the November meeting on the Ruawai Adaptation Pathways Pilot Programme, including the amount of budget committed and remaining in the budget; the implications of cancelling the programme and re-allocating the remaining budget to other activities such as physical works on adaptation, mitigation and upgrade works within or linked to Raupo Drainage District for the benefit of the Ruawai area; further information on any consultation requirements; and impacts on the regional Climate Adaptation Programme, as well as any other relevant information.

Expansion of wastewater network capacity set to enter first stages Elected Members agreed to commence the first two stages of a multi-year project to increase the capacity of the Mangawhai Wastewater Scheme.

Stages one and two of the Mangawhai Community Wastewater Scheme (MWWS) – revised Master Plan Strategy will allow for more connections to the Mangawhai Wastewater Treatment Plant, which would otherwise reach capacity next year, and will kickstart steps to diversify how the town’s treated wastewater is dispersed.

There are a further three stages to the revised Master Plan Strategy, which will be carried out by Wai Tāmaki ki Te Hiku, the new water entity, once it goes live next year. Council is working with it on handover of our asset management plan going forward.

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Family farming delights Preschoolers and primary, intermediate and high school students competed in the Northern Wairoa Boys and Girls Central Day last Wednesday at Pioneer Park Dargaville. Students were judged on their rearing, leading and calling techniques in the junior and senior Friesian, cross-bred, Jersey, beef and lamb sections. The experience is a way for children to learn about the responsibility of caring for animals and the practicality of rural living. “It was an excellent day,” said NWBGCD committee member Megan McDermott. “Having record numbers of more than 100 animals was a highlight.”

p It was Lucca’s first time competing at Central Day; he participated with Tutu in the preschool lamb section

p Arapohue School student Leila, alongside her lamb Oreo, won the junior leading cup

p Ruawai Primary School student Declan won the Overall Best Calling Lamb award and the PGG Wrightson Cup

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p Arapohue School student Aaliyah, with her calf Hector, won the Senior Beef Champion award

p Ruawai College student Alyssa won the High School Champion Calf Fonterra Farm Source Cup

p Tangiteroria School student Riley won the Supreme Champion Goat award

Whiringa-ā-rangi November

Council at the markets

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We’ve had a fantastic time at the Mangawhai Tavern Market, the Dargaville Business Meet and Mingle event and the community markets, and the Maungaturoto Night Market. Thanks a bunch to everyone who stopped and chatted to Elected Members and council staff about the upcoming Long Term Plan, and had a go at our interactive money activity.

Stream movies, tv shows, music and, read graphic novels with HOOPLA – available to Kaipara Libraries members. Download the HOOPLA app or access the web browser version through the Kaipara Libraries website. Just log in using your library card number and four digit pin.

Your feedback and choices about where to prioritise spending will help to inform Council’s early conversations about the Long Term Plan for 2024/2027.

Low on WIFI? Head to your nearest library to download content off HOOPLA to watch at home. Not a member? Join online at kaipara.kotui.org.nz as a digital member and start using our services straight away. Call 0800 532 542 for assistance.

Kaipara Libraries Māori phrase of the month Tēnā koe, e hoa (hi, mate). Replace “koe” with “kōrua” to say hello to two mates, or replace with “koutou” to say hi to three or more mates.

Upcoming Council meetings • LTP Briefing, 9.30am Wed 8 Nov, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Cost Road, Dargaville and on YouTube • Taharoa Domain Governance Committee, 10am Tue 14 Nov, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Cost Road • Harding Park Governance Committee, 1pm Tue 14 Nov, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Cost Road

Notice of intention for targeted spraying Weather permitting, spraying will be carried out in the Kaipara district during November 2023. Spraying will concentrate on vegetation control of edges in parks and reserves, weed control in gardens and poles/trees on berms maintained by Downer NZ on behalf of Kaipara District Council. Council operates a “No Spray Register” which outlines agreed areas where no spraying will be undertaken during this period. Spraying will be undertaken by Downer NZ. To find out more details about the November spray programme, call Bernie on 021 802 095 between 8am-5pm Monday-Friday. For more information about Kaipara District Council’s spraying and vegetation control, head to kaipara.govt.nz/residents/trees-and-vegetation-2/no-spray-zone

• Raupo Drainage Committee, 10am Thu 16 Nov, Ruawai Tokatoka War Memorial Hall, Ruawai • Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee, 9.30am Thu 23 Nov, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai • Council Meeting, 10am Wed 29 Nov, Lighthouse Function Centre, 32 Mount Wesley Cost Road and on YouTube • Signs Cemeteries and Crematoria Bylaw Deliberations, 9.30am Tue 5 Dec, Mangawhai Conference Room, 1C Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Please visit Council’s website for the most up-to-date information or call Council on 0800 727 059 and ask to speak to a Governance Advisor.

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“The fatigue stops give drivers a chance to refresh with a coffee, water or some food, and they leave with some giveaways,” says Northland Transportation Alliance road safety manager Nicole Cauty. “It is a chance for motorists get to stretch their legs and refresh before they continue on their travels, which will hopefully reduce the number of crashes, injuries and deaths on Northland roads.”

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programme manager Ashley Johnston says the trust has supported the initiative for years and will continue to do so.

“We generally interact with 300 people per stop although that can increase on a long weekend. We encourage people to plan their journeys to include regular breaks, take water and snacks on the drive and swap drivers regularly if they

can,” she says. “A break to take a quick walk and get out of the car for some fresh air only needs to be as little as five minutes.

As a former police officer, Johnston says she would like motorists to always keep the RIDS — Restraints, Impairment, Distractions, Speed, concept top of mind. ¢

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The mobility show is all New Zealand chief executive about transport in all of its Neeraj Lala. forms, and it’s an important The star of the show, fixture on the calendar for however, was a car that had Japanese automakers. This been long anticipated and year, Toyota ran a large stand often written off as a pipe with six prototype vehicles dream by enthusiasts. The PHONE 09 439 6910 under the headline ‘find your sporty, low, MR-2-inspired FTfuture’. There was something Se broke cover at the Mobility for everyone among the Show and immediately caught machines crafted by the the imagination of sports car PHONE TO BOOK YOUR WOF lovers worldwide. Just as auto giant’s research and development team, including the original MR-2 delivered • WOFS – CARS, new incarnations of a pair luxury supercar performance BIKES & TRAILERS p The FT-Se is already being compared to the classic AW-11 MR-2 mid-engined of classics. and looks on an affordable sports car, based on this prototype from Tokyo’s Mobility Show • BATTERIES • SERVICE First up, a fully electric budget, it’s hoped that the • CLUTCH • BRAKES Land Cruiser was revealed, picking up the folded-steel aesthetic of Tesla’s FT-Se will go into production to become the baton from the recently released Cybertruck in lieu of a more traditional a worthy successor. Certainly, there are • CAM BELTS hybrid version of the venerable off- appearance. However, it’s all battery power exotic electric speedsters out there, but • TRANSMISSION FLUSH roader. Dubbed the Land Cruiser Se, under the hood. There’s plenty of room in an FT-Se, which comes with an MR-2 style its name means ‘sports electric’, and it that double cab and on the large, wide, price tag, would put that kind of fun in the will have big boots to fill, both here and flat deck, unencumbered by the need hands of the masses and win hearts and across the Tasman. In both markets, the to accommodate internal combustion minds for Toyota. ¢ Land Cruiser has become the byword drivetrain and exhaust components.

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DARGAVILLE 19 Plunket Street Perfectly Impeccable Just perfect to walk in and live. The vendors have taken great care of this property. A new kitchen and open plan dining and lounge, brand new carpet and lino in neutral tones that go throughout the home into two double bedrooms and the third bedroom or office.

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DARGAVILLE 18 Spring Street A Stone's Throw Away From Town - Price Reduced A 1171sqm oasis with a three bedroom home. Two spacious bedrooms, one cozy single. Kitchen and dining merge, separate lounge. Standard bathroom, separate toilet and laundry. Kent fireplace for those chilly nights. Double garage, one electric door, internal access. Small deck off lounge, perfect for summer BBQs. Lush lawns and gardens. Rainwater tanks provide household water, waste connected to council. Partially fenced with post/rail and seven wire batten, small paddock for sheep or two or to use as a large garden area or orchard. A neat home, great location just outside town.

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DARGAVILLE 13 Cobham Avenue Charming Brick Gem Introducing this real estate opportunity boasting an expansive 875sqm section alongside a charming 3-bedroom home. Step inside and be greeted by three generously sized double bedrooms, offering ample space. The lounge area features a cozy log burner, seamlessly connecting to the adjacent dining area. Two ranch sliders open onto a delightful patio, providing the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining. Uncover the potential of the large basement area, offering limitless possibilities for storage, a games room, or even additional garaging.

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DARGAVILLE Excellent Cropping or Market Gardening 39 hectare property, near all flat. Three bedroom recently relocatable solid home with large new decking.

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER November 7 2023

Youth mental health appeal NEW LISTING

p Dargaville Intermediate School students and staff backed the Gumboot Friday initiative with a mufti day on November 3, raising $258 towards the cause. The appeal seeks to offer free counselling services to children. “I believe there is a huge need for support for our children,” says DIS principal Terrianne Takulua. “It is an organisation that should be in the spotlight because it benefits our tamariki.”

Gummy games for a cause Dargaville 19 Jervois Street Time-tested brick beauty – a perfect family home

p Arapohue School students did a Gumboot Friday mufti day and had fun doing it. They engaged in various games and activities, including jumping in puddles, walking in the creek and capturing the gumboot. “We had lots of fun and raised $80 for the cause, which is good for us because we are a small school,” said principal Kylie Piper.

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This brick beauty enjoys an excellent location and features a spacious, well-appointed kitchen and openplan living, with a bonus office nook. The lounge has an inbuilt fireplace and a heat pump, while the layout encompasses three double bedrooms alongside a generously sized fourth bedroom or rumpus. The bathroom has wet area amenities; and separate toilet.

A private covered area for alfresco dining is available.

Three-car garaging, and a fully fenced yard with electric gates ensure privacy.

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Set amongst the privacy of mature trees and gardens hides this architecturally designed four-bedroom home set on 2.23 hectares. With thought and creativity in mind this home stands above most. The polished Macrocapa French doors open onto the courtyards, providing an indoor-outdoor flow. The well-appointed kitchen is positioned for entertaining. The by-fold windows open out to the rear courtyard continuing the indoor-outdoor flow. The formal lounge features an open fireplace for those cozy nights at home. The second floor includes a second bathroom, three double bedrooms, and the master its own very en-suite. A double garage provides not only an internal entrance but a loft for extra storage. A large multi-purpose shed at the rear of the property has been used as a stable for horses, hay and woodshed. This property provides outstanding rural views, enough land for a few animals.

For Sale offers invited over $1,200,000 + GST (if any) View by appointment Todd Skudder 027 439 1235 todd.skudder@bayleys.co.nz

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Tangiteroria 410 Paradise Road

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If you have been seeking a private lifestyle of just under 10 hectares in an idyllic country setting, this property could be it. The character home features polished wooden floors and offers four bedrooms, a sunny lounge with relaxing rural views, a wood burner plus a heat pump. The open-plan kitchen and dining area also enjoy a pretty outlook. A second lounge or family room offers everyone more space to spread out. Beautifully landscaped, the sheltered site offers fruit trees, vegetable gardens with the house paddocks suitable for grazing a couple of horses. Set on 9.92 hectares (more or less), the land comprises a mixture of stunning native bush and grazing. There is much more to the story outdoors with the property having a central race for ease of stock movement. Suitable for calf rearing, the 24 aside cowshed is included along with an implement shed and barn as support buildings.

Asking Price $950,000 Inclusive of GST Phone for viewing times Todd Skudder 027 439 1235 todd.skudder@bayleys.co.nz

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Coastal Mahuta This stunning coastal lifestyle subdivision is now on offer. Situated just 10 minutes drive from Dargaville and minutes from Ripiro Beach, lies this outstanding piece of coastal land. These ten lifestyle lots range from 12 to 25 hectares (more or less) are now available for purchase.

Given the soil type (Redhill Loam) these blocks give the discerning buyer multiple options, be they grazing, horticulture, cropping or simply build your dream home and develop. Each block will have a shareholding in the Mahuta Water Scheme ensuring quality water is on hand for any life stock farmed on the land. The Maori name Mahuta means chief, and like a chief, these blocks will command attention from buyers with a keen eye to the future.

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER November 7 2023

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

November Charity Fun Run, Walk or Cycle Mason’s Trike — 11 November 2023 — Lions Club of Ruawai Charitable Trust. 7.4m (with shorter options available). Over 50 Spot Prizes. Adults $10, Children (13 & below) $5, Family (2 adults & up to 3 kids) $25. Registrations open 8.30am. Cycles start 9am. Run, walk and buggies at 10.30am. Event enquiries or Early Bird contact Sue Spora 027 464 4896 or efspora@xtra.co.nz.

Summer Themed Quiz Night — Pouto Netball Club.

11 November 2023 at 5pm. Raffle tickets available — drawn on the night. Tickets just $50 pp — 3 course meal included. Community Baptist Church, Victoria Street, Dargaville. RSVP Te Atawahai on 022 695 6527 or email poutonetballclub@gmail.com.

Wāhine Tāne Tū Kaha — 11th November at Rangitane Hall, Pouto. Optional Bench. Deadlift, Bicep Bar Challenge, Farmers Walk! Cash prizes up for grabs!

Last event until 2026! REGISTER TODAY TEAM! $20 for bench only, $40 if doing the whole thing! Contact Joesephine Nathan to register 027 302 9836.

The Great Pouto Peninsula Horse Trek — 18th November. A fully guided tour of the area which includes an overnight stay at a local camping spot.

Lunch and dinner provided. $260 per ticket. For further information contact Julie on 021 427 205 or email admin@oceanique.co.nz. This experience is being held to raise funds for a new playground at Pouto School.

A Time to Remember — Monday 20th November, 5.15pm to 6.15pm at The Boating Club. Join Hospice Kaipara for this incredible event where we can gather and honour the memory of our loved ones. Regardless of whether it happened two decades ago or as recent as last week. Everyone is invited to attend. There will be refreshments following the event.

Charity Golf Afternoon — 24th November 3pm onwards. Ambrose Golf followed by Dinner & Auction at the Northern Wairoa Golf Club. All proceeds are going to the Northland Rescue Helicopter. Team of 4 $400 (including golf, dinner, auction). Dinner, auction and wine tasting $60. Register hannah@urcovered.co.nz 020 4126 5449.

December Making Spirits Bright — an afternoon of Holiday Music with Kevin Friedrich & Friends, 3 December at 1pm, Lighthouse Function Centre at Dargaville Museum. Adults $25, Youth (under 15 years) free.

Tickets available at Dargaville Museum. For information phone 09 439 7555.

Ruawai Christmas Parade — 9th December at 11am.

Ruawai Promotions & Development Group. For more information contact via Facebook or website.

Christmas in the Gardens — 9 December 6–8pm at Te Awa Gardens, Dargaville. Live performances, Sausages / steak sandwiches / drinks available. Bring your blanket and picnic dinner, family event. Free gifts for the children, Christmas Photo Frame to capture your family pic. Put on by the churches of Dargaville. Koha at the gate. Thanks to COGS. Free BBQ on the Village Green — 20th December at 5.30pm. Ruawai Promotions & Development Group.

For more information contact via Facebook or website.

Baylys Beach Christmas in the Garden — Saturday 16th December, 3pm to 6.30pm — a few hours of festival fun with market stalls, sausage sizzle, Baylys choir, face painting, lolly scramble and games — cash only. Bring your picnic blanket along. Parking limited.

Postponement date Sunday 17th December.

January Pouto Lighthouse Challenge — 27 January, Pouto Point to Pouto Lighthouse, bike/walk/run 17km.

Warrior Bike/Run/Sand Dune Climb for a Cause, Cancer Society. 6am karakia, 7am start!

Markets Dargaville Twilight Market — 24th Nov and a Christmas one 8th Dec. 4.30pm–7pm. Contact Sue 021 268 7006 to book a table for $10. Northern Wairoa Boating Club Inc, 21 Totara Street, Dargaville, nwboatingclub@gmail.com.

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

Maungaturoto Night Market — 1st Saturday of every month, 4–7 pm, 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 — 4th Sunday monthly 11am–3pm. Paparoa Memorial Hall.

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

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

Kaipara Grey Power — third Friday of each month February to November. Our meetings are open to all.

Contacts 09 439 7801 or 09 439 4452.

Clubs/Organisations

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 021 106 3635 or 09 439 4614.

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 022 691 6068.

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

Badminton — Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm at the Dargaville High School Gym. Phone 021 439 157.

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

Citizens Advice Bureau — Dargaville & districts have moved to Parenga Street as at 24th October 2023 (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 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 — meets 2nd Tuesday of month at 10am at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street. For info phone Brian 09 439 5959.

Dargaville Tabletop Wargames and RPGs – the Warrior’s Lodge — Interested in games like Dungeons and Dragons, Warhammer, or other strategy games with models? Thursdays 6.30pm, upstairs, Hokianga Road above the cinema. Learn to 3d print, paint, play and design.

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.

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 — is open Tuesday and Thursday each week from 10am to 3pm and Saturday mornings from 10am to noon. New members are welcome. For more info phone Paul 027 459 3098 or Brian 09 439 6175.

Dargaville Museum — Open every day except Christmas Day and Anzac morning. Hours 9am–4pm April to October, 9am–5pm October to April. Volunteers, visitor hosts and members welcome. 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 Group — New members are welcome to join our social group. Held every third Tuesday of the month 10am @ The Methodist Church, corner of Awakino and Normanby. Morning tea & guest speakers. For further info contact Michelle: 09 439 2930.

Grandparents raising grandchildren — First Tuesday of every month except during school holidays. Noon at Whanau focus, Victoria St, Dargaville (next to bakehouse). Contact Sandy dargaville@grg.org.nz or 021 044 6214.

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

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. If you are riding the Kauri Coast Mountain Bike Park or you want to join the Kaipara Cycling Club go to join.hivepass. co.nz or email kaiparacycling@gmail.com.

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 5pm–7pm at Dargaville Dalmation Hall. Contact Donna 021 729 955.

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

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

Meditation — Thursdays in November 5.30–6.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

Inner Peace for complete beginners. All Welcome, $50 for 5 week course or what you can afford. Phone Maureen 021 0231 8008 to register maureen. bringbalance@yahoo.com.

Mt Wesley Angels — Meets 2nd Sunday of the month at Old Mt Wesley Cemetery to preserve, record and care for this historic cemetery. Wear suitable footwear, bring water, gardening gloves and a friend.

Narcotics Anonymous — Tuesdays 1pm–2pm.

1/12 Kapia Street, Dargaville.

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 the Research Rooms, Dargaville Museum, 4th Sunday of each month, 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.

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.

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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, beginners welcome, all equipment supplied at Sportsville. Judy 09 439 7920.

Pono Lodge Yoga — Pono Lodge, 41 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Mondays: Hatha Flow 5.30pm, Yin 7pm. Tuesdays: Body Focus 9.30am. For more info contact Anisha 021 301 860 or see our Facebook page Dargaville Yoga.

Practising Presence — Mondays 6–7pm Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Led moving and sitting meditations.

Remaining in the present moment is the key to inner peace but it takes practice! Exchange: $10 or what you can afford. Maureen 021 0231 8008. www. bringbalance.co.nz.

Recovery Support Group — Mondays 6.30pm– 9pm.

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

Rotary Club of Dargaville — meet weekly at 11.30– 1pm at the Lions Centre in Hokianga Road. New members always welcome, men and women. If you want to join a Service Club with nearly 85 years to Dargaville. Phone Brian 09 439 6175.

RSA Women’s Section — Social meeting held at the Clubrooms, 4th Monday of the month with guest speakers and afternoon tea. Contact President Noeline Wright 027 733 7396.

Ruawai Gardening Club — Meetings or other activities held on 3rd Thursday of every month, Feb to Nov at the Ruawai Bowling Club, 10am start. New members welcome. Phone Merele 09 439 2335.

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

Stitches and Craft — 5 Cranley St, Dargaville. 10am– 4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 384 1223 for further details.

Strength & Conditioning — Baylys Beach Community Centre, Mondays and Fridays. Small class groups.

9am–10am, $10 per session. If you’re 50+ and want to improve your movement as you age, this is the class for you. With some commitment you can gain strength as you condition your body for aging. Call Tony 022 311 8447.

Te Kopuru Community Library — access through St Peters Hall. Open Tue 2.45pm–4pm, Wed 10am– noon and Sunday 3pm–4pm. Books for all ages, and jigsaw puzzles, DVDs, CDs and magazines available.

All welcome.

Twilight Golf Northern Wairoa Golf Club — every Thursday 4–6pm. Dinner available, Prizes and raffles.

All Welcome.

Wednesday Crafts — Every Wednesday 10am.

Morning tea and lunch will be served. 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

POUTO POINT

LOW

HIGH

LOW

HIGH

WED 08

DAY

HIGH

1:15am (1.1m)

7:31am (2.6m)

1:36pm (1.1m)

7:57pm (2.7m)

THU 09

2:11am (1.0m)

8:28am (2.7m)

2:32pm (1.0m)

8:47pm (2.9m)

FRI 10

2:59am (0.8m)

9:15am (2.9m)

3:19pm (0.9m)

9:30pm (3.0m)

SAT 11

3:41am (0.7m)

9:57am (3.0m)

4:01pm (0.7m)

10:11pm (3.1m)

SUN 12

4:21am (0.6m)

10:37am (3.1m)

4:41pm (0.6m)

10:50pm (3.2m)

MON 13

5:01am (0.5m)

11:15am (3.2m)

5:20pm (0.6m)

11:29pm (3.2m)

TUE 14

5:40am (0.5m)

11:54am (3.3m)

6:00pm (0.6m)

MANGAWHAI HEADS WED 08

4:13am (2.1m)

10:16am (1.0m)

4:39pm (2.2m)

10:52pm (1.0m)

THU 09

5:11am (2.1m)

11:13am (1.0m)

5:30pm 2.2m)

11:41pm (0.9m)

FRI 10

6:05am (2.2m)

12:03pm (0.9m)

6:16pm (2.2m)

SAT 11

12:27am (0.8m)

6:53am (2.2m)

12:48pm (0.8m)

7:00pm (2.3m)

SUN 12

1:10am (0.7m)

7:38am (2.3m)

1:30pm (0.7m)

7:43pm (2.3m)

MON 13

1:52am (0.6m)

8:19am (2.4m)

2:10pm (0.7m)

8:25pm (2.4m)

TUE 14

2:33am (0.5m)

9:00am (2.5m)

2:52pm (0.6m)

9:08pm (2.4m)

Dargaville Arts Association www.dargavillearts.co.nz

24 November 7 2023 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

PUZZLE TIME

Jumbo crossword ACROSS 1 Walk angrily (5) 4 Feel nervously expectant (2,2,11) 14 Japanese city (5) 15 Foe (5) 16 Repugnant (10) 17 Relating to sound or hearing (5) 19 Public house (3) 20 Stress (7) 21 Variety (9) 22 Heavy gun (6) 25 Share seller’s commission (9) 27 Extol (6) 28 Checked and corrected (6) 33 Amorous (10) 35 Facial twitch (3) 36 Tasting of salt (6) 37 Skin mark (4) 39 Small bed (3) 41 Official command (7) 42 Root vegetable (6) 43 Woebegone (9) 44 Shoe ties (5) 45 Highly regarded (8) 50 Perform (2) 51 Emblematic (8) 55 Bondservant (5) 58 Very quickly (4,1,4) 59 Fan out (6) 60 Ill-defined (7) 61 Procure (3) 63 Midday (4) 64 Extent (6) 65 Come unravelled (3) 66 In the end (10) 68 Purify (6)

69 Shiny (6) 71 Triggered off (9) 76 University grounds (6) 77 Flying insect (9) 79 Bird (7) 81 Garland (3) 84 Lance (5) 85 Moving overseas (10) 86 Combine (5) 87 Defraud (5) 88 Insist firmly (3,4,4,4) 89 Grate (5) DOWN 2 Sore to touch (6) 3 Infectious disease (5) 5 Heinous (4) 6 Hen-pecking (7) 7 Less difficult (6) 8 Journeys (5) 9 Sailing event (7) 10 Gemstone (4) 11 Abduct (6) 12 Coil of yarn (5) 13 Injured (7) 14 Cyclone (7) 18 Lowest point possible (4-6) 23 Court hearing (5) 24 Futile (7) 26 Leavings (7) 27 Musical instrument (7) 29 Diplomatic (7) 30 French port (6) 31 Bind (5) 32 Vigour (6) 34 Love god (4) 36 Jammed (5)

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38 Ancient object (5) 40 Burial place (4) 45 Girl’s name (5) 46 Deduct (4,3) 47 Student’s test (4) 48 Repeated (6) 49 Measuring instrument (5) 50 Wreck (7) 52 Leave (4,6) 53 Atrocity (7) 54 Breathe in (6) 55 Rattles (anag) (7) 56 Fern branch (5) 57 Donated (4) 62 Uncanny (5) 67 Last (7) 68 Copy (7) 70 Compress (7) 72 Made (7) 73 Administrative unit of government (6) 74 Oddball (6) 75 Squirm (6) 76 Alcoholic drink (5) 78 Short (5) 80 Meal (5) 82 Threesome (4) 83 Recognised (4)

Sudoku

Previous crossword solution

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EASY

Previous solution

Fill 3 the 4 grid 7 so 9 that 5 8 6 every column, every 5 6 1 2 3 7 8 row and every 3x3 8 contains 2 9 1the4digits 6 7 box 19to 9.

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C O M M A A V A I L S E N S E T R I E R S T A R T

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER November 7 2023

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KAIPARA SERVICE DIRECTORY 75 Northland Electrical Solutions

Boats

Campers & RVs

Caravans

PH: 021 240 6764 KEITH call today - we come to YOU

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See us for your ventilation and air conditioning requirements.

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Talk to the experts, we understand funerals.

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

Dargaville Funeral Services Ltd

24 hours ~ 7 days a week 09 437 5799 Whangarei - 09 439 8048 Dargaville www.morrisandmorris.co.nz

Ed’s Floorsanding New and Old Floors Carpet and Vinyl Preparation Quality Solvent & Water based Coating

24 Hours — 09 439 8016 Locally owned and operated

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

The Point of Difference

CODY’S HOMEKILL Phone: 021 - 0247 - 0784

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

MEMBER

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

0274 914 091 or 09 436 3929 www.floorsandingnorth.co.nz

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

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

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

Secondhand shop 20c Edward St, Dargaville

• DIGGER | BOBCAT | EARTHWORKS • RETAINING WALLS

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

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

• TRENCHING

FREE ROOF

• POST BORING

INSPECTION

• EXCAVATIONS

& QUOTE

• SITE CLEARANCE

CALL US TODAY 021 0677 211

• DRAINS & WATER TABLES • TIP TRUCK FOR LOAD REMOVALS

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• ROCK BUCKET & “THUMB” EXPERIENCED OPERATOR

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Specialising in residential and farm buildings.

“NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL”

CALL TRAVIS! 021 056 7665

RELIANCE

CONSTRUCTION

Office hours 9am-3pm Mon-Fri 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

NORTHLAND NEW BUILDS, RENOVATIONS, EXTENSIONS AND COMMERCIAL

Levi Campbell

021 0269 4381

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

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

Ph: 021 040 0654 | ohe@westcoastconcrete.co.nz

RURAL

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COMMERCIAL

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LIMITED

RESIDENTIAL

Locally owned and operated. BCITO Certified Concrete Layers & Finishers.

teamvegetation.co.nz

0800 933 326 Safer, Faster & Cheaper • • • • • •

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

Mobile hose doctor, welding & mechanic service crew Fabrication in steel, stainless & aluminium 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 027 585 7776 info@urcovered.co.nz w urcovered.co.nz p

0800 HOSEDOC

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DONNA PETERS & HANNAH HARDING

WESTCOAST CONCRETE

Local Tree Services

Phone 439 6070 or National Help Line 0800 883 300

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

26 November 7 2023 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the November 14 2023 edition is Monday, November 13 2023

FOR SALE

ANIMAL ACCOMMODATION

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

WANTED TO BUY

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

WHEN THE Cat’s Away, Kaipara’s boarding cattery, 027 443 6140.

BOBCAT, TRUCK & EXCAVATOR HIRE

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

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

DRIVEWAYS RACEWAYS SITEWORKS METAL SUPPLIES ASPHALT WORKS POST HOLE BORING ROLLER COMPACTOR

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

LIVESTOCK

DARGAVILLE MUSEUM presents ‘MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT’ Kevin Friedrich concert. Sunday 3rd December at 1pm, Lighthouse Function Centre. Adults $25, children under 15 years free. Tickets at Museum, phone 09 439 7555. A family variety show.

FREE QUOTES EST. 1992

Matakohe Sale

FORMICA TABLE and 4 chairs, $50. Phone 027 529 6299.

TRADES & SERVICES

Friday 17th November 2023 12:30pm Start

GALVANISED SHED 8ft x 8 ft. Shelves on skids. $400.

59 River Road, mornings only.

All Entries Welcome

PLYWOOD 3.0M long, 12mm UT and H3.2. Scooters Plywood 09 438 6565.

Murray Lynch 021 966 501 Don McKenzie 021 754 174 Craig Douglas 027 445 1167

RECLINER CHAIR excellent condition $150. Phone 027 529 6299.

PHONE ROY 021 153 5000

FOR ALL your residential window & door glass & hardware. Catdoors, window catches & stays, sliding door wheels etc. All types of glass upgrades & repairs.

Phone Glens Glass & Joinery Services for a free quote & honest service on 021 0234 7086.

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER and plasterer, interior and exterior, 30 years experience. Phone Gary Dixon 021 066 7505.

RIDE ON lawn tractor STIGA 3098 13HP, 38" cut, petrol, $2,250 ONO, Dargaville. Phone 027 525 8189.

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

RIO BEDSETTEE very good condition (was $1,495) $200. Phone 027 529 6299.

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 & Door Services Ltd.

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

TOP SOIL, top quality, $85 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

WASHING MACHINE F&P Quick Smart. $150. Phone 027 529 6299.

ENTERTAINMENT DON’T MISS ‘MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT’ Kevin Friedrich Concert, Sunday 3rd December, 1pm, Lighthouse Function Centre. Tickets at Dargaville Museum, phone 09 439 7555, adults $25, children under 15 years free.

A family variety show.

NURSERIES & PLANTS HEDGING, SHELTER, landscaping trees ready now. White & red bottlebrush in flower now $6 & $8. Geenty’s green corokia 1mt high only $6.00, 50+ available. Grevillea bronze ramble $8, olea j5 $6. Got2Go Plants is open Tuesday to Sunday. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru.

Sorry no eftpos 09 439 5556.

PET SUPPLIES

Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

PET DOORS — Cat Doors, Dog Doors for Glass or Timber — supplied and installed. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window & Door Services Ltd.

We’re closed now, SEPTIC TANK SERVICES with a new soon!

MAGICvenue PROPERTYcoming Services, effluent & septic tank

cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

CERAMIC CLASSES RESTARTING AT BAYLYS STUDIO. Call 027 525 8189 for dates Art classes & courses continue upstairs at the Dargaville Artspace municipal building Hokianga Road For further information info@dargavillearts.co.nz John 027 525 8189

Dargaville Bobcat Services

Arts

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

09 439 5073 | 027 271 2022 TREE SERVICES TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

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

WORK WANTED Toenail & fingernail cutting service

Associat

ion

Denise Clark

DARGAVILLE’S CINEMA

WEEK OF

THE ANZAC THEATRE

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

MORNING

AFTERNOON

★ First screening Last screening

EVENING

NIGHT

THU 09/11

BAD BEHAVIOUR (M) 5.30PM

TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR ★ (M) 8.00PM

FRI 10/11

TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR (M) 5.30PM

★ (R13) 9.00PM

SAT 11/11

BAD BEHAVIOUR (M) 12.00PM

SUN 12/11

TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR (M) 1.00PM

MON 13/11 TUE 14/11 WED 15/11

Adult $17

CLOSED CLOSED

AFTERNOON

Not available from 19th of November to 4th of December

9th November– 15th November

TAYLOR SWIFT: THE ERAS TOUR (M) 2.30PM

UPROAR (M) 5.45PM

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S (R13) 8.00PM

Senior (65+) $14.50

Student $14.50 w/ID

STOP MAKING SENSE (G) 8.00PM

Child $10.00

Under 3yrs FREE

Proudly sponsored by the Kaipara Lifestyler

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING To be held on Wednesday 22nd November 2023 8pm At Southern Clubrooms Pouto Road, Te Kopuru

Ruawai College Tautoko Programme Facilitator (In-school Youth Mentorship Role)

Permanent | 30 hours per week Term time only We are seeking a person who is passionate about helping reconnect young people to education, discover their passions, and guide them to be successful.

This is an exciting role, contributing and making a real difference to the success of our youth and positively impacting their lives.

You are part of a support network where empathy, communication and being a positive role model are paramount.

Come and join the team at Ruawai College and work alongside our young people to reach their potential. The start date is Term 1 2024.

Applications close Tuesday 14 November 2024, at 9:00 am.

Contact Tyla O’Sullivan at: pa@ruawaicollege.school.nz for more information

MANA AKE - KAIMAHI Do you have a passion to see tamariki thrive?

Are you passionate about their well-being?

Arataki Ministries are looking for a kaimahi to partner with school’s, tamariki, and whānau to provide wholistic well-being support across the Dargaville and Kaipara region. This is a full-time (40hrs) per week role. Therefore, availability will also be required during school holidays.

The role involves: • The delivery of whole of classroom/school mental well-being programmes • Developing and sharing of resources for teachers • Ensuring whānau involvement and participation • Group and individual support to tamariki experiencing social, emotional or behavioural challenges • Collaboration across health, education, and social sector partners

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. For a job description and application form please email jan@aratakimin.co.nz

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S (R13) 4.15PM

DUMB MONEY (M) 5.30PM

The Southern (Te Kopuru) Football Club Inc.

Successful Applicants will: Have experience working with tamariki Good understanding of mental health and well-being Good understanding of Te Ao Māori Excellent communication skills A full clean driver’s license A clear police record

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S

NEW THIS WEEK: TAYLOR SWIFT: ERAS TOUR, FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S. FURTHER SCREENINGS OF: BAD BEHAVIOUR, STOP MAKING SENSE, DUMB MONEY MONEY, UPROAR. UPROAR (M) 12.00PM

09 439 6068

SITUATIONS VACANT BEEKEEPER. WE have a sole beekeeper role available.

Responsibilities include management of 450 hives, honey extraction and honey shed maintenance. Applicants will have a positive, can-do attitude and be a self-starter.

We are a growing company, based in Dargaville, with a proud 100-year history. We are looking to welcome an enthusiastic person who would appreciate growing with us. If you have extensive beekeeping experience and a positive, team orientated, growth mindset please call, Michael, 021 857 837.

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists

TOKATOKA

Your completed job application, a current CV and a cover letter should be emailed to jan@aratakimin.co.nz or dropped in at our office at 5 Wolfe Street, Whangarei.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER November 7 2023

CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT DA

RGAVILLE

WAIROA NORTHERN CLUB BOATININCG. ES

The Northern Wairoa Boating Club’s

PHONE 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the November 14 2023 edition is Monday, November 13 2023 PUBLIC NOTICES

SITUATIONS VACANT Administrator/ Receptionist

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We are looking for a part-time casual bar person.

Managers License would be an advantage but training will be offered to the right person. If you can deliver great customer service, are available Thursdays & Fridays and be willing to take on more hours if need, please send CV to nwboatingclub@gmail.com

We are on the lookout for a Receptionist/Administrator to join our friendly team. This is a full time position.

This role requires someone who has exceptional customer service skills, works well within a team environment, has an eye for detail, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills.

KAIHU VALLEY WAR MEMORIAL HALL

AGM

Wednesday 22nd November

At 7:30pm All welcome

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Community Health Trust HEALTH SHUTTLE Need transport to a health appointment?

For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

Previous Administration/Reception and Medtech Evolution experience an advantage but not a necessity as full on the job training will be provided.

Closing date 17th November 2023 Please send a covering letter and your CV to: Dallas Taylor: dallas@dargavilledocs.co.nz

Seeking a Support Team Member at Kaurilands Skills Centre Kaurilands Skills Centre Trust has an A+ team for supporting our residents with intellectual challenges to have a great life.

• Do you want to work locally?

• Work with a great team?

• Do you have experience with intellectual disability?

• Would you like ongoing training?

This role could be for you.

• The ideal candidate would be able to support and oversee activities for/with our residents.

• Includes outing, administering medication, and report writing.

• Working within a team, supporting staff and residents.

• Enthusiastic and a can do attitude.

• Bubbly and outgoing personality • Full Drivers Licence and be able to pass a Police Check Additional Training is available for the successful applicant.

Closing date: 5pm Thursday 30th November 2023 To find out more please contact 027 478 9984 or 09 439 2140, email: managerklsc@kaurilandsskills.co.nz “To enable the best possible life for our people by developing life skills and social opportunities”

PUBLIC NOTICES

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS both Dargaville AA Meetings are held at the church, corner Parore and Normanby Streets. Use Parore St entrance. Monday 4.30pm & Thursday 7.30pm. Phone Bernie 027 212 2148, Ladies 020 4082 1373, Murray 09 439 5248.

ARE YOU having problems with a mobile phone or other device? Next Digital Clinic is Friday 10 November. Call in or phone Citizens Advice Bureau, for more information and to make an appointment. 16 Parenga St, phone 09 439 6100.

153-155 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

All communications to c/o Matich Family, PO Box 306, Dargaville. 0340 Tokatoka Foundation Trust AGM 4pm

‘MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT’ Lighthouse Function Centre, Sunday 3rd December 1pm, Kevin Friedrich Concert.

Tickets at Dargaville Museum, phone 09 439 7555, adults $25, children under 15 years free. A family variety show.

Kaurilands Skill Centre Trust AGM 5pm

Wednesday 29th November To be held in the Kaurilands Recreational Barn 115 Tokatoka Road, Ruawai For Enquires Phone: Colleen Glass 027 478 9984.

MAGER, TERENCE ALBERT (TERRY) Passed away on Monday, 30th October 2023.

Loved husband, partner, friend, and soulmate of Jenny.

Loved father, father-in-law, and Popa of Darrel and Donna, Wren, Olivia and Dylan; Anthony, Ashton and Bailey; Graeme, Janice, Cameron and Renae.

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

DARGAVILLE MUSEUM presents ‘MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT’ Kevin Friedrich concert. Sunday 3rd December at 1pm, Lighthouse Function Centre. Adults $25, children under 15 years free. Tickets at Museum, phone 09 439 7555. A family variety show.

Military No 305015 Barry passed away on 31st October 2023 peacefully.

Now at rest after so many years of pain and Parkinsons.

Dearly loved and treasured husband of Robyn for 60 years.

Loved father of Dessilee, Joe, Sonya (dec) and Tanya.

Grandad of 11 lovely grandchildren, great grandad of 3 lovely little girls. Will not be forgotten. Very private service was held according to Barry’s wishes.

Loved wife of the late Doug; mother of Peter, Jack, Chris, and Barbara. Nana “Nellie” to all grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Service for Nellie will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hokianga Road, Dargaville on Friday 10th November 2023 at 10.30 am followed by burial at Matakohe Cemetery.

reception@otamateacs.org.nz

ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7–9.30pm, next is the 7th of December 2023, 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.

Barry Noel

Passed away peacefully on 3rd November 2023 in her 95th year, with family by her side.

FREE: counselling, parenting, social work, budgeting, senior support. 09 431 9080.

The Kauri Coast Recreational Society is a local community organisation that operates the multi-purpose sports facility at Memorial Park in Dargaville. To help us grow and develop Sportsville Dargaville, we need experienced members of the public to join our Board.

It currently consists of five appointed independent board members and two members elected by stakeholder groups. We are currently seeking applications for one of the independent board positions and one elected by stakeholder groups.

Becoming a board member gives you the chance to develop and utilise your skill-set for the benefits of your local community.

It enables you to have a direct say, in the development and direction of this sports facility.

If you feel that you have one or more of the following skills, please send in a CV and covering letter to sportsvilledargaville@gmail.com before Friday, 10 November 2023. ● Financial understanding ● Event management ● Facility management ● Education knowledge ● Leadership ● Project Development

SEARLE. QSM.

MATICH, ELLEN (NELLIE)

OTAMATEA COMMUNITY SERVICES

INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBERS

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A celebration of Terry’s life was held at the Dargaville Lighthouse Function Centre on Thursday, 2nd November 2023.

A Time to Remember

Join us for this special event where we can gather and honour the memory of our loved ones. Regardless of whether it happened two decades ago or as recent as last week, everyone is invited to attend.

Date: Monday, 20th November 2023 Time: 5:15pm - 6.15pm Venue: The Boating Club, Dargaville There will be refreshments following the event.

All communications to c/o Mager family, PO Box 306 Dargaville 0340.

PUBLIC NOTICES THE OTAMATEA KAURI AND PIONEER MUSEUM TRUST BOARD

LOVE MUSIC? HOST YOUR OWN RADIO SHOW

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Friday 24th November - 4pm To be held at Matakohe War Memorial Hall

Share your favourite tunes with Kaipara, and worldwide online.

1. To receive Annual Accounts 2. To receive Annual Report of the Board’s activities 3. Election of Trustees (3)

Free, full training provided - Jazz, Reggae, Hip Hop, Funk, Blues - any kind of music. If you love it, we want to help you share it, and make it easy and fun.

Email or phone today.

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Helping the community in so many ways

09 439 3003 | office@bigriverfm.co.nz

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AGENDA:

NOMINATION OF TRUSTEES:

Nominations in writing to be at The Kauri Museum by 5pm Friday 17 November 2023.

Eligibility: There is no residential restriction on nominees but those moving and seconding the nomination must reside within the boundaries of the old Otamatea County Council area. To be eligible to vote at the AGM, voters must be over 18 years and be registered on the Kaipara District Council Electoral Roll.

Nomination forms are available from the Admissions desk at the museum or, email director@kaurimuseum.com

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