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October 16 2018

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The Maungaturoto Community Trust is planning a major town fundraising…

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p Almost 50 skating enthusiasts of all ages donned quads and in-line skates for a fun time at the Dargaville Town Hall last Friday night at the roller disco event, presented by visiting Whangarei group Skatescool. From elegant turns, jumps and spins by the more experienced, to wobbly straight lines or ‘resting on the floor’, everyone attending appeared to have a great time judging from their smiles and laughter. Brigitte and her team come to Dargaville on a regular basis offering the opportunity to locals to increase their levels of fun and fitness through skate and dance.

Residents wary of roaming dogs u by Jill Dickie

Dargaville locals are becoming increasingly agitated, and some fearful, as a result of the number of roaming dogs on residential streets and are expressing their frustration through social media.

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Local residents and visitors recently attended a blue ribbon prostate cancer awareness event …

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Comments and photographs have consistently highlighted repetitive problems, with dogs jumping fences to enter properties, chasing other animals — some resulting in an attack and injury — and chasing people walking or running.

“They came in our garden and set on my Maltese,” said Susan Sexton.

“Just chased them out of my garden.

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p At a recent public event held at the Dargaville Hospital car park, visitors were treated to a trip down memory lane with a display by members of the Dargaville Rod and Custom Club and nearby motorcycle clubs. Vehicles of all vintages had been dusted off and taken out of storage — some of which beautifully ‘rumbled’ into position for the show. They mixed with well-polished motorbikes, also proudly presented by their owners and friends. People attending enjoyed the display, and one local said they would like to see the cars and bikes on show again. Anyone wanting more information can contact secretary Cynthia Cotton at 021 023 82881.

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p The audience was well-entertained at Otamatea Repertory Theatre recently when friends and co-stars Alex McKellar and Whitney Channings performed their cabaret show Growing Pains. The cleverly put-together show related a humorous journey of life experiences and careers in singing and drama, explaining how everything in life is ‘only for now’. Tag-teaming each other between sips of suspect-looking wine, the brilliant stage presence shown by both actresses reportedly made the show into a professional performance well worth attending. They are considering options on another project together.

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p The White Rock Gallery is back with a spectacular display of quality arts and crafts at their new venue alongside The Kauri Museum at Matakohe. The site provides a convenient place for members to display their creative abilities to travellers in the area, as well as residents in the local community. “Our opening day was celebrated on the annual Settlers Day, where many people came from far and wide to visit to be a part of the museum’s working day and to give feedback of ‘fantastic, wonderful and best wishes’ for the success of our new and colourful gallery,” said members of the committee. Paparoa artists, Frances Casey and Pat George, were photographed with the quilt made and donated by member Betty Cairns for a fundraiser raffle.

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Wandering stock no threat

Residents wary of roaming dogs

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“I chased them only to have them return. There is also the time two tried to have a go at our cat just after they upset a lady walking past our house,” said another.

Dr Joanna Bruin, a veterinarian at Dargaville Veterinary Centre, said there was an influx of injury cases a few months ago, but only a small number in recent weeks.

“I believe that any injury sustained by a roaming or aggressive dog is unacceptable — as an estimate, we seem to get about one a month or two. Injuries range from minor to very severe, especially with regard to cats where one bite or shake can cause severe injuries, such as broken bones, paralysis, herniation, haemorrhage and death.”

“Most are also ver y p Dargaville veterinarian, Dr Joanna Bruin, says that injuries sustained from roaming or aggressive dogs traumatic for the owner, and are unacceptable there have been multiple cases in the past two years where elderly have officers are unable to catch a wary dog, been walking their dogs when they have a humane trap may be arranged free been attacked,” she said. of charge.

A 24-hour animal control service is Under the Dog Control Act 1996, available by phoning 0800 105 890 dogs responsible for attacks on people for reporting roaming dogs, and patrols or other animals can be seized, and have been sighted monitoring some the dog owner charged and fined. In areas, aiming to reduce the number of addition, the owner is also liable for any nuisance dogs and possible harm to damages caused by the dog, which in a the public. worst-case scenario may be destroyed.

Residents are encouraged to report The Kaipara District Council offers nuisance or problem dogs to enable a education and advice to all dog owners, case history to be built by the animal encouraging responsible ownership on control team, and if animal control their website kaipara.govt.nz. ¢

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In the aftermath of a potential Mycoplasma bovis threat in Northland when wandering stock were placed into a neighbouring paddock for safety, Biosecurity New Zealand has reassured communities that systems are in place to mitigate against the spread of the disease.

They advise this type of scenario has been considered and communicated with emergency services and councils nationwide, and the responses national management team has a liaison officer for coordination purposes.

Procedures are in place on an infected property to prevent contact with other stock, as well as strict movement controls, so any wandering animals placed in a paddock temporarily should not come into contact with those infected.

“MPI’s advice is to impound wandering stock until the owner can be identified and plans made to return them are put in place.

Anyone who sees wandering stock

should call their local council,” said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Primary Industries.

“The infected property in Northland remains under movement and legal controls with the animals to be culled at a time that works in with the farmer. No animals can be moved on or off the property without MPI’s permission.”

All stock should be safely fenced to prevent wandering onto roads, and if impounded the owner may be liable for costs incurred.

Anyone coming across wandering stock on the road can contact 0800 105 890, or in the event of an accident already having occurred, call the police via the 111 emergency service.

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October 16 - 2018 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

The gift of blood

Local singers score a gig

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Every person who can give one hour of their time to donate blood can save three New Zealand lives. Dargaville locals and visitors have the opportunity to help out when the New Zealand Blood Service comes to town on Monday, October 29 at the Dargaville Town Hall, 1pm–6pm.

Popular Mangawhai vocalist, Molly Curnow, will open a show for the award-winning folk band, Albi and The Wolves, at the Otamatea Repertory Theatre on November 3, and she couldn’t be happier.

p It only takes a one hour visit to potentially save three New Zealanders’ lives

Donors are required to complete a confidential questionnaire to ensure eligibility and health screening, and on the previous visit, the service was pleased to have new donors drop in as well as see familiar faces.

“At the last collection we had 123 people attend and collected 97 units,” said donor recruiter NZ Blood Service, Beth Brannen.

“Each donation can save three lives, so please come along and help look after the ones in need.”

All blood types are needed, and 3,000 donations are required each week to meet hospital needs — more

than 29,000 patients are treated with blood or blood products each year in New Zealand.

Each blood donation can contribute to the making of more than 12 products, all serving a vital function to help patients suffering from disease or trauma.

The plasma from a donation is replaced in the body within about 24 hours, and red cells need about four to six weeks, so at least eight weeks are required between whole blood donations.

Further information is available at nzblood.co.nz. ¢

Molly is well-known in the area for her performances at the theatre and considers the show opening to be a huge honour.

Lead singer in the band, Chris Dent, is looking forward to returning to home ground after a long time away.

“Maungaturoto is my hometown where I was brought up, from preschool right through to Otamatea High, and even though I have not lived there for a long time I still tell people from around the world that this is a place I am proud to be from,” he said.

The band is having a busy year, first winning Best Folk Artist at the 2018 New Zealand Music Awards, then signed with a new folk label, and recently released a new single on Spotify called p The award-winning folk band, Albi and The Wolves, will perform at the lead singer’s hometown, It Ain’t Easy. They are currently Maungaturoto, with local Molly Curnow to open visiting 21 destinations on a New Zealand tour.

Through their soulful and uplifting Using an acoustic guitar, an electric music, band members Chris Dent, violin, a double bass, and their three Pascal Roggen, and Micheal Young have voices — the band is renowned an individuality that shines to create a for their great stage presence and compelling sound. dynamic shows around New Zealand Tickets are available from eventfinda. and Australia. co.nz. ¢

2018 DARGAVILLE RACES

CANCELLED It is with great disappointment and regret that we must announce that for the second year running there will be no races at the Dargaville race course for November 2018.

The situation with the track, while not major, is such that there is insufficient time to remedy a problem to the total satisfaction of the people responsible for health and safety within NZ Thoroughbred Racing.

We certainly regret the situation and offer a sincere apology to our members and supporters.

We also wish to thank the many people and organisations that were prepared to sponsor races or help with the running of the event. We hope that your support can be carried over to next year when we expect to be racing again.

We also wish to acknowledge the support of the following for help with work done on the course over the past few months — Chick Transport, D & A Wordsworth & the Williamson family.

There will be a race meeting held on our day, 16th November 2018, at the Ruakaka racetrack. This meeting will be run by the Whangarei Racing Club, who have kindly stepped in to help and will feature the Dargaville Racing Club’s “Northland Cup”.

We hope as many of our supporters as possible can make it on that day.

Thank you for your understanding — Tim Antonio, Dargaville Racing Club President

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER OctOber 16 - 2018

Bridges project traffic alert

Maungaturoto’s ‘D Day’ plan

Early morning commuters on State Highway 12 between Brynderwyn and Matakohe need to be on the alert for huge loads being transported to the realignment project, which will bypass the series of S-bends and one-way bridges approaching The Kauri Museum turn-off.

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p A beam being lowered into place on Bridge No 2

Last week, the first of 30 concrete beams for Bridge No 2 over the Matakohe River began arriving from Auckland at the expected rate of one beam each day.

“The transporter will depart Ranui in Auckland ahead of morning peak traffic and, traffic dependent, is expected to arrive on-site between 6am and 8am,” the contractor’s spokesman says.

“There will be days when no beam is delivered, and the time of day any given delivery arrives to site is subject

to change. All deliveries will be made through the site entrance on the east side of Matakohe River.”

The transporter will reverse down the haul road to the bridge site, and then the beam will be lifted into place using the 400-tonne crane erected on-site.

“Please expect short delays in the vicinity of Hardies Bridge while the transporter reverses off the highway under traffic management by pilot vehicles and the site traffic crew.” ¢

Please don’t disturb nests It looks like our quiet time is over with many blackbirds and thrush either making nests or feeding their young - so all the other wild birds will start to follow.

Please remind children not to remove baby birds from a nest.

Some children try and be helpful but looking after baby birds is a full-time job and can get very boring. The next thing we get them delivered to the Nor thpower Native Bird Recovery Centre, so please, all of you adults out there - remind children to leave nests alone.

If you have wild ducklings, we will give you a contact number as we don’t take ducklings because we just don’t have the room to have ponds for them to swim in!

However, we will take brown teal ducks and ducklings.

If you find a baby bird on the ground, first try placing it back into a tree or bush as sometimes they fall of f a branch while learning to fly and don’t actually require any human help.

When finding a bird in trouble just keep it in a warm and quiet place.

Don’t feed them food or water because that combined with shock can kill them.

From now until Christmas our food and medication bills go sky high so any support means a great deal to us at the Recovery Centre. We are GST registered and will give a receipt which you can claim on.

The Maungaturoto Community Trust is planning a major town fundraising series of events next month in an effort to collect $500,000 towards the cost of building a dementia unit at the town’s Riverview Rest Home and Village.

“To kick things off, the Mangawhai Singers will be entertaining at the Maungaturoto Country Club at 7.30 pm on Saturday, October 26,” said organising trust member, Albie Paton. ”On Monday, November 29, we invite all to come to town and mark Dementia Day, or any other day starting with a D.” “More FM will be broadcasting their breakfast show from the St John Station along with various local attractions throughout the morning and breakfast of bacon and eggs will be available from 6am. These can be delivered to businesses who want to shout the staff at a given time.”

Mr Paton expects performances from the Otamatea High School Band and the Maungaturoto Primary School Kapa Haka group.

Plans for new town toilets are expected to be on display, along with Kaipara District Council suggestions for clearing an old dump site by the new town wharf erected for the 150thanniversary celebrations.

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Many of the common problems can be treated with simple minor procedures done either at the clinic or at Kensington Hospital.

The emphasis at the clinic is on making sure women have as much information as possible about their own health on which to base their decisions as to the type of treatment that is best for them.

Dr. Rachel Moss, the specialist gynaecologist, can see you to make a thorough gynaecological assessment and discuss options for treatment.

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Summer safety warning

Milestone for Lady M u by Jill Dickie

Kaipara boaties are being warned by Maritime New Zealand not to become part of the usual “statistic spike” of mishaps and even fatalities at sea as the summer season gets underway at Labour weekend.

Kaipara educator, Margaret Baker, recently reached a milestone in her work by visiting every Kaipara primary school, driving around the district in her electric car. Her most recent visits were to the Tangiteroria and Tinopai schools.

Chair of the Safer Boating Forum and Maritime NZ deputy director, Sharyn Forsyth, says “it’s time for boaties to prepare their boats, check their gear and know the rules.

Last summer 1.51 million adults in New Zealand — about 42% of the adult population — took part in recreational boating and records show that 19–20 boaties, on average, die each year (based on last five years) with 19 last year and three this year as at October 1.

“There is a pattern of fatalities spiking over the warmer summer months. We know that boaties start getting in the water from Labour weekend and we want to urge them to make sure they are ready for it,” Ms Forsyth says.

“Checking lifejackets is something every boatie should do each time before going out on the water. It’s too late if you discover a fault when you’ve capsized and really need your lifejacket.” Manufacturers advise

“The goal is to make learning about recycling and looking after our environment fun, by playing games, hands-on activities and strong visual messages,” said Ms Baker.

“It’s such a privilege to be able to share my passion for the environment with these eager young minds. Their enthusiasm and concern gives me hope for future generations — they really understand about the role they can play and will inspire others to do their bit. Our K a i p a r a tamariki are tomorrow’s consumers, and I hope they will have more sustainable p Love Kaipara eductor, Margaret Baker, has completed a visit choices available to them to every Kaipara primary school in her electric car than we have in the past.”

Over the previous two years Ms Baker, of those students shares their learning known to students as Lady M, has with their families, we are successfully covered more than 3,000 kilometres, reaching out to communities across the and 785 primary age children have district,” says project manager, Victoria participated in the Love Kaipara Reduce, del la Varis-Woodcock.

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modern lifejackets will last about 10 years. “If your lifejackets are 10 years old, check them thoroughly with an eye to replacing them and destroying the old ones. Don’t sell them or give them away — that creates a safety problem for another family.

“Worryingly, many Kiwi boaties are still relying on kapok-filled lifejackets that are 30 to 50 years old and should be destroyed immediately.”

Research shows that two-thirds of recreational boating fatalities may have been avoided if people wore lifejackets all the time.

“If you are on the water when you discover a problem with your boat or equipment, or that you do not know an important safety rule, then it is too late, and people are in danger,” Ms Forsyth said.

More information about safer boating can be found on Facebook facebook.com/saferboating and for lifejackets at maritimenz.govt.nz/ lifejackets.

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Matakohe artist, Steve George, was surprised to hear his name called as overall winner at the recent New Zealand National Mosaic Exhibition, for a piece he had just spent around four weeks working on.

When the final awards were being announced, Steve and wife, Pat, were sitting in the audience listening to the countdown to the top. Pat knew in advance her husband had won and waited in anticipation for his response.

“I had to give him a nudge because he didn’t hear his name,” she said.

From a distance, the stunning exhibit stands around half a metre tall, an image of a poised eel nestled on a bed of mossy rocks and stone pebbles. On closer inspection the entire piece is covered in tiny mosaic tiles, all hand cut and placed strategically over the sculpted form.

“I made it for my own pleasure, so was very shocked to win,” said Steve.

Steve spent around four weeks working on the awardwinning piece, beginning with a coiled steel rod, engulfing it in p Steve George with his winning exhibit — Tuna polystyrene before wrapping it in a fibreglass layer. The next step was to finished it with glass frit to create a sand it smooth in preparation for the mossy effect. mosaic work.

The exhibit is now for sale and on The base had pebbles set in resin display with another of Steve’s works, in between the rock shapes, and he the White Rock Gallery at Matakohe. ¢

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The 65-year-old Northland man was just going about his normal day’s work in July 2017 when he ended up in the wrong place at the wrong time.

A three-week stay in Middlemore Hospital ensued in their specialist burns unit before he was allowed to head home.

He entered a room to carry out electrical maintenance, and just moments later the room filled up with piping hot steam – severely burning his face and hands.

“It started steaming and I breathed it in, it just burnt all the way down. I knew I was in trouble.”

“We live too far from the hospital to be able to take quick action so Debera insisted I stay in a bit longer – and within an hour, my throat started to tighten, it constricted and I was in big trouble.”

The rest of events that happen next are what he has been told – as Robin was unaware of anything from that point on.

So they are going to close the Kaipara scallop beds? What a crying shame but I guess something has to be done.

Long-time local resident Marina Pook says as a young girl nobody would think of dragging for scallops as they lay in little pools at low tide — so plentiful one could walk the shoreline and in moments have sufficient for the family.

There were no refrigerators then to keep scallops, so they only picked what they needed for the next meal. Alas, those plentiful days are long gone,

and the availability has been slowly decreasing. There were those who knew better than the rules and made pigs of themselves.

Their chickens are now coming home to roost.

It is to be hoped that tighter restrictions could lead to an improvement in the number of scallop beds in the harbour. Unfortunately, this could take a lifetime and time is running out. We can only hope that the scallops will eventually recover.

Ralph Williams, Pahi

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Mayor’s Memo Kia ora Shaping Kaipara District with new energy are some initiatives that make this a bright time for Kaipara District. In a season of changes and new beginnings, here are some highlights in what’s just ahead: New Chief Executive of Kaipara District Council, Louise Miller, started in late September and a new breeze is blowing around the organisation. Expect to see fresh ideas, efficiencies and approaches to the business of council coming your way soon.

Kaipara People’s Panel is about to ‘go live’. This initiative is a new way for your voice to be heard by council and for fresh ideas to be contributed to making Kaipara District a better place. I found examples of this down-country and am delighted to introduce it to the north. Please check it out at www.kaipara.govt.nz/panel .

Membership of the panel is free and it’s open to everyone in Kaipara – from teens to the not-quite-teens-anymore, from east to west and top to toe, it’s a new way for locals to help make a difference here. The more of us who join the People’s Panel the better it will be. I’m hoping for at least 1,000 members from across Kaipara, let’s see if we can make it more.

prescribed population parameters. Sadly many submissions included information that was inadmissible/out of scope for the tightly-regulated review process, but thank you to everyone who contributed thoughts and ideas.

Finally, and certainly top of mind for many people recently, the high profile chicken farm story ended abruptly a couple of weeks ago. Back in February I reminded people not to count their chickens before they’re hatched and encouraged local submissions to the proposed chicken farm. The strong civic engagement, pride and commitment to Kaipara that’s been shown by the community on this subject was really encouraging. Kaipara voices have been heard loud and clear. The proposal has been declined and Kaipara’s path toward sustainable economic development will need to include other different ideas. I look forward to hearing them, too, as we spring forward into some clear air.

Nga mihi nui

Jason

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Representation Review decision has been made by Council, resolving to move ahead with four wards each with two councillors, as per the option council proposed for community consultation. This is a change from the current ward/councillor arrangements, to take effect from the 2019 local council elections. The chosen option reflects the growth in the east of the district and the relative shift in population of Kaipara, works with communities of interest and each ward is within the

Not realising how bad his injuries were, but knowing he was in pain, he was taken via ambulance to Kaitaia Hospital where staff removed the burnt skin that was hanging from his hands, dressed his burns and gave him pain relief.

“I was placed in an induced coma and flown to Whangarei Hospital’s intensive care unit. They stabilised me and two hours later it was decided I needed more help so I was flown to Middlemore.”

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Bringing back birdsong u by Jill Dickie

A safe haven for native wildlife is being created in the Otamatea area with volunteer groups working together and being supported

by Northland Regional Council in their efforts.

p Shaun Holland and Jacque Knight offer advice to residents on pests and weeds to encourage the return of native birds

The Otamatea Weed Control Group and Pest Free Peninsulas complement each other’s focus and are supporting property owners in controlling pest weeds and animals.

“Fenced off areas tend to grow weeds and grass, so we try to encourage residents to plant natives,” said the spokesperson for Otamatea Weed Control group, Jacque Knight, “and roadsides are sprayed for pest weeds — but private property often isn’t.”

Residents are also encouraged to set and maintain trap or bait lines to

remove animal pests such as rabbits and possums, which will, in turn, enable birds to return and flourish in the area.

The two groups invite members of the communities in Paparoa, Pahi, Matakohe and Whakapirau to volunteer their time when available, for a wide range of duties, including publicity and communications, local property knowledge and fundraising.

Residents needing help or advice can contact Jacque Knight at jacqueline@ rahui.co.nz or Shaun Holland at pestfreekaipara@gmail.com. ¢

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World Polio Day Rotary clubs in Kaipara district are joining others across New Zealand to mark World Polio Day on October 24.

The event was established by Rotary International more than a decade ago, and since then fundraising has been a core activity, and Dargaville Rotary Club has donated more than $4,600 to eradicating polio since 2013.

“We’re working together to try and eradicate it completely.”

The event was originally held to commemorate the birth of Jonas Salk, who led the first team to develop a vaccine against poliomyelitis.

Use of this vaccine and subsequent widespread use of the oral polio vaccine, developed by Albert Sabin, led to the establishment of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) in 1988, reducing the disease by 99 per cent.

Polio vaccine, given multiple times, almost always protects a child for life. Polio has disappeared from New Zealand and most parts of the world as a result of immunisation. The Western Pacific region was declared polio-free in 2000.

However, polio is spreading in some overseas countries and could be brought into New Zealand by travellers and immigrants. The Ministry of Health says it’s important that New Zealand children and international travellers continue to be immunised against polio.

The current list of polio-infected countries is available on the Polio Global Eradication Initiative website polioeradication.org.

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Glinks Gully – exceptional opportunity. Get this Christmas sorted for your family with this quintessential beach house. Room to relax, play, bar b que and enjoy uninterrupted views of pure NZ beach.

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A big day out

Mangawhai photographer and member of the Mangawhai Artists Group, Paul Kaiser, is holding a private exhibition of his photography works at the former Anglican church building, in the museum pioneer village complex on October 20.

p From the Cutest Puppy to the Scruffiest Dog — to the dog that Looks Most Like the Owner, canine capers were the order of the day at the Paparoa Dogs’ Day Out, last Sunday.

While the accent was on fun, the event had the underlying theme of dog obedience, with a demonstration by award-winning trainer, Laurel Greaves. Canine treats were handed to winners in the agility event, where the Best Tricks winner vied for attention with the dog with the Best Smile or the Waggiest Tail. In all, 30 cute and otherwise canines, with owners on their leads, made the most of plenty of attention at the Paparoa Showgrounds venue.

p Photographer and writer, Paul Kaiser opens an exhibition on October 20

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Paul was introduced to the art of photography at an early age when his father schooled him in light, its nuances and the importance of how to articulate shadow.

These skills became important when emigrating from Austria to Australia, where there were more opportunities to fully utilise the abundance of light available.

Paul now brings an interesting lifetime of experience as a surfer, pilot, press and sports photographer together in offering visitors to his exhibition a unique view of Mangawhai through the lens of the camera. The images

p An enthusiastic group fronted up for a learning workshop in the SeniorNet rooms at Mangawhare. Presented by ‘the computer chap’, Steve Green, the group learned the ins and outs of what Google has to offer and how the suite of products can streamline computer usage. Steve has been involved in information technology for many years and enjoys sharing his knowledge. “You might not know what a tablet, computer, or smartphone can do for you, and this is a nice forum to learn,” he said. SeniorNet members meet every month for a new learning experience.

feature the relaxed lifestyle on offer — its people and wildlife, landscapes and forest, and the estuary and beach.

He enjoys the relaxed lifestyle and environs of the area and finds time to write as well, having completed the first in a science fiction trilogy.

“Moving to Mangawhai is the best move I have ever made, the light in New Zealand is unbelievable,” he said.

“I love dogs, Mercedes, Saab and my wife — not in that order.”

Paul’s exhibition will be open from 10am until 3pm daily until October 22.

For more information contact paulk@onyxx.co.nx. ¢

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Superb 162ha Beef Block 162 hectare beef farm located at 70 Parahi Outlet Road, Ruawai. Set amongst a lovely native bush backdrop is a four bedroom tidy home with two bathrooms, office, large dining and lounge area with sunrooms on either side. North east facing extra-large covered deck for entertaining. Also handy to the house is a large four bay powered implement shed/workshop with three roller doors and concrete floor. A large four stand powered wool shed with a raised floor and covered yards. The property also has its own limestone quarry. pggwre.co.nz/DAG29118

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Very Picturesque Property Beautiful property overlooking the Kaipara Harbour and the Northern Wairoa River, 193.4472 hectares in eight titles. The property has a large four bedroom family home with great elevation which gives excellent views of the surrounding farm land and the Northern Wairoa River, a second two bedroom dwelling for workers accommodation. Currently milking 240 cows in a 21 aside herringbone cow shed, also rearing 322 calves which are fed milk from the vat. Mixture of contours and soil types with some great cropping land, 111 paddocks and average paddock size is 1.4 hectares. Property has good shelter with planted shelter belts, two good water sources and lots of sheds. A must see property, call me today!

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WOW - Family Sanctuary 54 Colville Road Live privately and oh so comfortably in this unique property at the edge of town. Sweeping driveway through established easy care gardens brings you to this low maintenance brick, palliside and tiled gracious home. Open plan living, kitchen/dining and separate lounge all open to sunny decks looking out over trees and the township. 3 double bedrooms, two bathrooms.

A second building in keeping with the home has a purpose built studio, double bedroom and ensuite. Two garages for three cars and room for storage plus pool table and spa pool. Over 100 fruit and nut trees, all set on 1.16 hectares. pggwre.co.nz/DAG29083

Dargaville DEADLINE SALE (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 2.00pm Thursday, 15 November VIEW Open Home 10.00-11.00am Saturday, 20 & 27 October

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Coastal outlook in the country Seldom do such picturesque blocks of land like this come on the market, but when they do, they don't last long! This 30ha block is utilised as a dairy support/grazing platform, located approximately 8km from fabulous Matakohe, offering entry level rural living benefitted by expansive and stunning views across the Kaipara Harbour. The tidy block is elevated and well positioned, with a wide central race providing good access to the three subdivided paddocks, all with excellent spring water which is gravity fed to the troughs. A small pocket of native bush helps frame and complement the view. The new fencing is post and batten with three wire electric, powered by a solar panel unit. Infrastructure includes a newly built set of solid cattle yards with loading ramp and a well located hay shed.

An exceptional opportunity to purchase your own prime grazing block or to create your rural dream property.

Auction (unless sold prior) 1pm, Wed 7 Nov 2018 84 Walton St, Whangarei Phone for viewing times Catherine Stewart 027 356 5031 catherine.stewart@bayleys.co.nz MACKYS REAL ESTATE LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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Very rarely do such unique properties like this present themselves to the market. On offer is a 217m2 elevated executive home with unmatched harbour views, 119ha of fertile grazing land and off-farm income generated from the onsite Matakohe sale yards, all positioned only 3.7km from the Matakohe. This outstanding established property carries 300 head of mixed age cattle with approximately 80 hectares of flats and the balance being easy to rolling.

The 60 pen Matakohe Sale Yards are currently leased and are conveniently located (on-farm) at the foot of the property. Access to the 2001 three bedroom brick home is via a sloping cherry tree lined drive, built to capitalise on the stunning views and has been designed with entertaining and outdoor living in mind. This will appeal to a wide array of buyers, from first farm buyers to semi-retired farmers looking for a tranquil private setting.

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GETTING HITCHED So you are getting married From invitation lists to shoes, dresses, attendants, photographer, venue hire, cakes, cars and flowers — preparing for your special day should be an exciting adventure to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Whether you get married in a church, grandma’s backyard or maybe beside the sea — a wedding takes planning and gone are the days of ‘expecting’ your parents to cover the costs.

First and foremost it is best to set a budget that you are comfortable with rather than entering into the ‘first day of the rest of your life’ with a hideous debt.

Consider the style of wedding you would like and what type of venue you need to be looking for to hold the ceremony and reception, if any. Once you decide ensure you check these personally and book them early to secure your date.

Discuss with the chef or caterers on the style of food you desire or ideas they may have. Is there a ‘special’ something you may want in particular that is a favourite between you and your partner — maybe you would like to present him or her with their favourite cake.

Choosing a photographer needs to be a priority.

Check out websites and see what style photographs you like as this will help you in your decision on whom to get for your memorable day.

Flowers and cake are also important factors — are the flowers you want in season and do you want the traditional

Your local caterer Catering for that special day or occasion.

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fruit cake, grandma’s secret recipe or maybe something exotic. Have you considered the candle lighting ceremony, dove releasing or starting a unique tradition of your own?

The dress, shoes and headpiece are things you can involve special people in to be a part of if you wish.

Once you choose your marriage celebrant, they can help you with ceremony ideas and getting the marriage licence.

You may want one attendant or ten; this is a personal choice as are all other factors for your special day. Who you

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have and what you do is entirely your decision, and you may be bombarded with other peoples’ helpful ‘advice’ — but you can decline ideas politely.

Whether it is your first, second or even third marriage, create a day that is a treasure box of memories for you and your significant other for life — enjoy the moments and remember it is the one day that is actually ‘all about you’.

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Create your day u by Ann van Engelen

One of New Zealand’s award-winning, leading wedding photographers Danelle Bohane believes it is important couples make themselves the priority and have exactly what they desire on their wedding day.

Danelle married the love of her life, Dirk Fourie, in June 2013 and they knew what they wanted on their ‘special day’ and accomplished exactly that.

“I had my heart set on a day a little bit outside the norm, and we chose an intimate celebration in a beautiful location,” says Danelle.

That ‘something’ was a large, cosy family dinner in the countryside, rather than the traditional style wedding.

“It was a beautiful winter’s day with our closest friends and family, and our event absolutely suited our personalities. My photography is a part of who I am, and I am incredibly blessed to be doing what I love with Dirk alongside me appreciating the incredible nature we have been entrusted with as humans.

“We would encourage you to have exactly what you want and what is special to you as a couple when you get married too. You will have so many people chime in over the time you are engaged and give their two cents worth of information.

“Even with traditional elements, if you don’t want to do a cake cutting, you don’t have to, even if your auntie

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is shocked by the idea. For your photos — book early and find a photographer whose images you can imagine being in and the style you enjoy artistically — rather than telling them what style you want. Trust your photographer to help pick the location for your photos, how the light is at the location is the most important thing, which most photographers should know.”

Danelle says trust has a massive effect on couples feeling relaxed.

“If you trust that the photographer knows what they are doing — you will be far more at ease, and photographers educating and building a relationship from the beginning of a

booking process keeps everyone calm and relaxed.

“There are many elements out of our control on the day so learning to let go of such a streamlined vision is important. I am all about planning out a day well so everyone has a good time and for it to be relaxed — but don’t sweat the small stuff and don’t worry about the weather.

Make sure you are happy with ‘plan b’ and know that you will get beautiful photos rain, hail and shine.

“Focus on the love and people that are all there for ‘you’ and remember, above all, it is your day, so stay true to your ideas and how you envision things happening. Enjoy your day your way.”

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LABOUR Weekend

Five of the best for labour weekend u by Andy Bryenton

There’s so much to see and do in the region this spring, with the long weekend offering the perfect opportunity to get out there and enjoy the place where we live!

First up, for the petrolheads and off-road riders — it’s time once again for the massive Tangiteroria Trail Ride.

This 37-kilometre scenic course will be roaring with the sound of bikes and quads this Labour Weekend, in support of the local primary school.

A must-do for those who love motorsport adventure, with alternative tracks for the very bold, the very young and the just-beginning, starting early on Sunday, October 21.

Just down the road, the Kowhai Festival lights up the town of Warkworth, this year with a wild west theme.

Spanning from October 21 to November 4, expect music, food, fun and more from the nation’s second longest running community festival — there will be something there for everyone. For those who want to really get away from it all, how about a day of top fishing? The Mangawhai Boating and Fishing Club are

set to host a great day for anglers, with their Labour Weekend Fishing Contest rocking the east coast on Sunday, October 21.

Check out their website to enter and vie for top prizes and bragging rights!

For those who appreciate a fine meal in relaxed company, hit the road this weekend and visit Paparoa’s famous Thirsty Tui — a gem of a country tavern with a menu full of surprises.

Above and beyond the usual pub fare, you’ll be treated to everything from gourmet pizzas to cool mint julep cocktails in the historic art deco styled surrounds.

The perfect stop-over for lunch, brunch or dinner as you wind along State Highway 12.

Finally, there’s a local ritual which comes up this time of year regular as clockwork. Labour Day heralds the start of summer — so brave souls will start

the season off right with a plunge into Kai Iwi lakes! Pack a picnic, and even if

a dip doesn’t appeal, the scenic views surely will. ¢

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OPEN: 10am – 4pm Everyday

Museum • Kiwi House • Heritage Park

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Enjoy our garden bar and a mint julep cocktail to start the summer!

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CRUISING THE KAIPARA

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER Departs Pahi daily 20th Oct to 28th Oct 4 HOURS

Adults

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Child

$15 • Historic • Nature • Riverboat Cruises • Old Kauri Mill Sites • Maori Pa Sites • NZ’s largest inland River systems • Historic Ranganui Rail Bridge • Working mussel and oyster farms • Remote Historic Settlements • Historic 1860 Batley Hotel • Old Tanoa School House • Takahoa Bay • 1860 Gittos Mission station • Many bays and inlets accessible only by boat • Birdlife, ecology, nature and historic cruise • Informative commentary as we cruise past all of the above

Thailand has long sat at the crossroads of many traditions, the borderland between Central Asia, India and the Far East. The spices of the eastern world were the great treasures exported from this region when Europeans first came here, but long before the sailing ships of the Dutch East India Company were seen on the horizon, Thailand was known as a literal melting pot of cuisines.

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DARGAVILLE CLUB

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53-55 Victoria St, Dargaville

p Even a humble Thai meal is a banquet of many flavours, savoured over time — from a land of a thousand culinary influences

Dining influences stretch back to the ancient Khmer and Ayutthaya kingdoms as well as the Sukhothai culture of the central rice-growing plains.

Travellers from China, India, Burma and Vietnam became settlers, bringing their own cuisine to the table.

This blend of influences also changed the way in which Thai food was served over the years. With so many different strands to choose from, a Thai banquet became a lavish affair of many small dishes to encompass all of the options.

· Open Wednesday and Friday nights – meat raffles and surprise jackpot · Wednesday night free nibbles · Venue hireage, with or without bar and kitchen facilities – free for members · A courtesy van available · Available for special functions · Pool/Snooker tables

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Early European traders, used to the French or Russian style of service (courses set out one by one, with a plate for each and a clear split between entree, soup and mains with dessert to follow) eagerly embraced the Thai style, where a massive table of very different dishes was laid out all at once.

It reinforced the reputation of Thai hospitality — meals were very long social events, lasting hours, as friends shared a little of everything from coconut curries inspired by the ‘Massaman’ or Muslim spice traders through to dishes from the Isan highlands, Cantonesederived sweet-and-sour seafood from the Kra region and many more.

Now it’s Dargaville’s turn to try another Thai cultural cooking trend —

the interactive banqueting style known in Thailand as Su Ki. It adds all those previous influences to the Chinese cooking style of Shuan Yang Rou, which developed into what westerners call ‘steamboat’.

Thailand has made it a national obsession — cooking a huge selection of delicately pre-prepared fresh veggies, seafood, meat and spices right on the table, for a long, leisurely dinner in which every bowl is custom-made.

Great for parties of four or more, this is a cultural experience as well as an eating one, and is coming to town his summer thanks to our own skilled local Thai chefs.

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Labour Weekend, 9am – 4pm Saturday 20th October

Harrison Contracting Ltd Diggers • Trucks • Graders • Rollers • Tractors • Stabilizing Hoes for Hire

Bulk Supplies Just Got Easier Available directly from our Yard we can supply and deliver, or supply only.

You can also place orders directly through your own Dargaville Carters or ITM account.

List of Products:

• Builders Mix • Sea Sand • Pinaki Sand • Limestone • AP20 • AP40 • AP65 • Drainage Metal • PAP7 • Topsoil (unscreened) Call the yard on (09) 439 4788 (weekdays) or Richard Harrison on 027 498 4133 or email admin@harrisoncontracting.co.nz 25 Station Road, Dargaville

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Avoid Drink Driving

How to make a monster

be tHe SOBER D FOr A NIGHt

u by Andy Bryenton

Summer is 4x4 season, and it’s time to head off the tarmac and into the wild to find those lessthan-beaten tracks. However, many of today’s SUVs won’t make the grade when it comes to real rugged terrain — until they’ve been taken to the ‘muscle building gym’ of a proper 4x4 garage for some extra kit and TLC.

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• Hand knitted and crocheted clothing, hats, jewellery, trinkets and more.

• Native plants, fruit trees, garden furniture, garden sculptures and more.

• Children’s books & Wooden toys • Second hand books

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Soaps & Candles Silver cleaning service Massage Market cafe & Hot food Fresh & Smoked fish Jams & Pickles Adult fashion & Babywear Plus much, much more.

The Village, Library Hall, Mangawhai for more info call Marita Draper 021 598 917

Everything you need all in one place Our local off-road and automotive aces are busy now, making sure fourwheeled machines are ready for what mother nature has in store. At Dargaville’s Area 51, for example, the hoists are full of 4x4s receiving the finishing touches to ensure a summer of hassle-free enjoyment.

“Having your vehicle serviced regularly and on time can help prevent the need for costly repairs down the track,” says auto electrician and off-road enthusiast, Sam Talijancich. “We’ll also notify you of anything possibly needing attention, or that may need repairing before it becomes a big problem out in the field.”

Where is Northlands biggest range of roses?

As well as running a pre-summer service on many vehicles, there are plenty of machines in the shop undergoing repairs and upgrades to engines, brakes, drivetrain components and electrical systems. Of course, some real enthusiasts like to take home the parts and work from their own garage, too! That holds true for those vital addons which turn a stock machine into a monster. Huge options lists exist to kit out your 4x4 with bull bars for better protection off-road, or something to bolt a winch to for when it is getting gnarly out the back of the farm. When there’s no one around to help, and when you’re THE

bogged to the eyeballs, a winch, strops, land anchor and all the gear can be a literal lifesaver.

The off-road pros can also fit full replacement suspension lift kits to give your vehicle some extra ground clearance, or upgrade your suspension for carrying heavier loads, not to mention airbags for a smoother, more controlled ride. If you’re looking at heading out into the wilderness behind the wheel this summer — and especially if you have recently moved to the country and want to beef up your ute or SUV’s prowess in the rough stuff — get your machine on a diet of nuts, bolts and steel! ¢

Baked Fresh Daily on Premises Croissants, Muffins, Sweet Pastries, Bread and French Sticks.

Grab a Coffee to go and a Sweet treat!

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KAURI MUSEUM Real New Zealand Heritage

Otamatea Quilters’ Group Annual Quilt Show 19th October 2018 - 18th November 2018

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An exhibition showcasing the craft of patchwork and quilting.

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Quilters will be in attendance on the 19, 20, 21, & 22 October

We are now your one stop shop for

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• Fruit & Veges • Frozen goods • Wide range of grocery items

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

NEW LISTING

Tangiteroria 3488 State Highway 14

Highly desirable and well located

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An attractive opportunity to purchase a quality, well run, breeding and finishing beef farm. It is rich in recreational pleasures and versatile contour and has been owned by the vendor for over twenty years. Located in the thriving farming community of Tangiteroria lays 117.2ha of versatile country with an abundance of flat and easy contour. The farm is divided into 21 paddocks with 30% of the contour being flat, with the balance easy to rolling. It provides a full range of good support buildings including sheep and cattle yards, three bay implement shed with concrete floor, disused cowshed, hay barn and more. Plus there are approximately 10 hectares of newly planted pine trees. The ranch style four bedroom homestead invites casual enjoyment, complemented with an appealing, warm rustic macrocarpa wooden kitchen. This land holding really is a step ahead, setting the basics for a farming future.

Auction (unless sold prior) 1pm, Wed 21 Nov 2018 84 Walton St, Whangarei Phone for viewing times Catherine Stewart 027 356 5031 catherine.stewart@bayleys.co.nz

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Aranga 4283 State Highway 12

Picturesque and productive - dairy and beef

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Fertile soils, income stream from beef and dairy and great infrastructure. This property has it all. Have the best of both worlds with this very attractive, well set up 324.4ha farm. This picturesque self-contained unit encompasses rich, fertile volcanic soils and is complemented by a high standard of infrastructure. The farm is divided into two designated areas, dairy being 173.6 hectares with the remaining beef area containing 150.7 hectares. Currently milking 300 cows with a three year average of 91,015kgMS. A stand out feature of this property is the quality and quantity of the water, sourced via natural springs. The gorgeous Kauri villa has been tastefully and comprehensively renovated, further accommodation is a tidy three bedroom cottage. In such a picturesque setting, this land-holding really is a step ahead, providing numerous options from dairy, beef or specialist breeding.

Auction (unless sold prior) 1pm, Wed 7 Nov 2018 84 Walton St, Whangarei Phone for viewing times Catherine Stewart 027 356 5031 catherine.stewart@bayleys.co.nz

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER OctOber 16 - 2018

KAIPARA SPOTLIGHT

Kaipara Community Health Trust Central Ward and Business Representative Vacancies

Council Meetings

October Please note locations and times are subject to change, check website for most up to date information.

Alcohol Control Bylaw Hearing Tuesday 16 October 2018 @ 10.00 am Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville Council Briefing on Reserve Contributions Fund Wednesday 17 October 2018 @ 10.00 am Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville Extraordinary meeting of combined Pou Tu Te Rangi Joint Management Committee and Harding Park Committee Tuesday 23 October 2018 @ 1.00 pm Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville Council meeting Thursday 25 October 2018 @ 9.30am Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville Funding Committee (Rural Travel Fund) Thursday 25 October 2018 @ 03.30 pm Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville Alcohol Control Bylaw Deliberations Friday 26 October 2018 @ 10.00 am Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Dargaville Raupo Drainage Committee Thursday 15 November 2018 @ 10.00 am Raupo Drainage Board Office, Ruawai Taharoa Domain Governance Committee Thursday 15 November 2018 @ 02.00 pm Lake Waikare Centre, Taharoa Domain Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee Monday 19 November 2018 @ 10.00 am Mangawhai Meeting Room, Council Offices, Molesworth Drive

Smokefree Policy Review Council is seeking your feedback on a proposed Smokefree Kaipara Policy. This policy aims to educate Kaipara’s communities and visitors to not smoke around Tamariki/children, while helping provide safe and healthy spaces. The proposed Smokefree Kaipara Policy wishes to expand Council’s current policy to provide a large number of areas and public places where both smoking and vaping are discouraged, this is to ensure greater protection for our Tamariki/children.

The Proposed Policy can be viewed on Councils website or at Council Offices and at community libraries at Kaiwaka, Mangawhai and Maungaturoto.

Please provide your feedback to Council by 31 October 2018.

Gambling Venues Policy Review The Kaipara District Council’s draft Class 4 Gambling Venues Policy is open for public feedback from 2 October 2018 until 5 November 2018.

Council staff are seeking feedback on the preferred approach to retain the current Policy’s sinking lid regime, which will see the number of venues and machines reduce over time.

The Statement of Proposal also considers the option of setting a cap on numbers and venues, and outlines a number of proposed minor amendments to the current Policy.

The Statement of Proposal and submission form, draft Policy, and online submission form are on our website at www.kaipara.govt.nz/gambling

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The Kaipara District Council invites expressions of interest to fill two vacancies for the Kaipara Community Health Trust (KCHT).

KCHT’s objective is to ensure there are health services available locally for people in our community to access. The KCHT has been highly effective in protecting and enhancing the services available on the Dargaville Hospital site. You will be able to build on this legacy through good governance, ensuring that the Trust’s current assets are wellmanaged for current and future community needs.

Kaipara District Council is seeking to appoint a community trustee from residents in the area known formally as the Central Ward (Ruawai and Paparoa area) and a trustee representing the business community.

They will join the other members in quarterly meetings of the Trust and other sub-committee meetings as required. These are an unpaid voluntary appointment which is eligible for reimbursement of some travel expenses.

If you are passionate about the provision of local health services in Dargaville, please express your interest by writing to Jason Marris at Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340; or by emailing jmarris@kaipara.govt. nz. Please detail why you are interested in becoming a Trustee and the skills that you would bring which might benefit the Trust. Experience as a chairperson may be valuable. Further information can be obtained by contacting Jason on 09 439 1226 or by email.

Expressions of interest close on Sunday 28 October 2018.

Roading Update Routine works planned on Council roads throughout the whole District during October include pothole repairs both on unsealed and sealed roadways as they are identified and systematic grading of the network.

Area specific works planned during October include: • • • •

Routine bridge and structures maintenance throughout the District Routine drainage clearance works throughout the District Unsealed/Sealed pothole repair throughout the District Maintenance grading throughout the District - Continuing only as weather conditions dictate • Routine signs maintenance and renewals throughout the District • Water table restoration –Omana, Kirikopuni Valley, Katui, Baylys Coast, Garbolino, Colville, Whakapirau, Baldrock, King, Tinopai, Kaiwaka Mangawhai, Middleton and Arapohue Roads, Bayly and Gordon Streets, Molesworth Drive • Mechanised Tree Pruning – Johnson, Kirikopuni Valley, Redhill, Sarich, Tangowahine Valley, Te Maire and West Coast Roads • Culvert Replacement – Homackey and Kirikopuni Valley Roads • Spraying (rural) – All Areas • Unsealed pavement repairs – Homackey Road • Unsealed Pavement Strengthening – Kirikopuni Valley, Middleton and Arapohue Roads • Sealed Pavement Repairs - Baldrock , Devich, Garbolino, Gibbons, Kaiwaka Mangawhai, King, Mangawhai, Old Waipu, Spioenkop and Tara Roads, Coalhill Road Sliplane, Insley Street, Kaiwaka Domain Access Road, Molesworth and Kedge Drives, Mangawhai Heads Road(West) We may experience some delays with work programmed during the month of October if weather restricts plant movements and progress; however, the majority of works will continue.

Area specific works completed during the last month include: • Water table restoration – Girls High School, Doctors Hill, Tara, Cames and Kirikopuni Valley Roads, Empire, Aztec and Spring Streets • Mechanised Tree Pruning – Pouto, West, Mahuta, Sarich and Notorious West Roads • Culvert Replacement – Omana Road • Spraying (urban) – All Areas • Unsealed pavement repairs – Omana Road

Council would like to thank you for your co-operation as work is undertaken across the district to improve our communities and infrastructure. Please feel free to contact the Council’s Customer Service Representatives on 0800 727 059 for more information

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October 16 - 2018 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

Blue do at hospital

Kaipara calendar

u by Jill Dickie

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Local residents and visitors recently attended a blue ribbon prostate cancer awareness event held at the Dargaville Hospital and were treated to a classic car display at the same time.

The extremely popular calendar fundraiser for the Holy Trinity Anglican church has begun for the eighth year, and members of the public are invited to buy their 2019 copy before stocks run out.

p Blue ribbon prostate cancer awareness event organiser, Rachel Beech, welcomed visitors and thanked Silver Fern Farms for their assistance

Organiser and nurse, Rachael Beech, said the aim of the event was to raise public awareness of prostate cancer, also to have men understand the symptoms and the importance of a health check. Hospital staff were on hand to assist with questions, including a clinical leader to discuss or make a future appointment with. Silver Fern Farms provided a fundraiser barbecue, and a raffle was also included at the event sponsored by many local businesses. The Dargaville Lions Club also manned an awareness table and collected donations, and the combined efforts raised more than $900 for the campaign.

Funds raised from donations and ‘blue’ events are used to support patients and their families, and fund future research.

Approximately 3,000 men are diagnosed every year in New Zealand — that is eight every day — and more than 600 of those diagnosed do not survive, making it vital that men, especially those more than 50 years of age, are tested regularly.

Early detection is critical, as prostate cancer can be treated effectively if diagnosed early.

Anyone wanting further information or wishing to donate to the campaign can visit prostate.org.nz. ¢

Titled Kaipara Kaleidoscope, the 13-month calendar features stunning photography of the Kaipara district.

Members of the Dargaville Camera Club and other enthusiasts have submitted favourites for selection, including some award winners, resulting in a range of scenes and views from daybreak to dusk.

“It is such a privilege to be able to use their photos,” said administrator, Anne Mitchell.

“We are also grateful to advertisers for their support and assistance, as we wouldn’t have a calendar without them.”

They are suitable for office, school or home, or for posting as memorabilia to friends or p Anne Mitchell is proud to present the new 2019 calendar family that may have visited the Kaipara.

There are just 350 calendars Funds raised from the sale of these available at $15 each, and they can be picturesque calendars is used within collected from McKay 100% Electrical in the community supporting people Victoria street, Dargaville, or email Anne requiring refuge or assistance. at almitch2@xtra.co.nz. ¢

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AUTO

Charging toward the future

Maungaturoto Storage containers

u by Andy Bryenton

It’s coming to be the defining argument of the era in the world of personal transport — not if the electric revolution is coming, but whether it’s already here. As we move from electric cars being a novel, planet-saving (and money saving) convenience for early tech adopters and into mainstream dominance for the EV, there are still definitely questions to be answered.

Seeking to do so this month, Whangarei’s IC Motor Group have gathered together a formidable array of modern electric vehicles and are offering an evening of exploration and education to show off their many fine points.

Even petrol purists may be swayed by a lineup including the Hyundai Ioniq and the Hyundai Kona crossover sports utility, the Volkswagen e-Golf, the latest Nissan Leaf and more. It’s all about busting myths, breaking down barriers and letting people get to know this new breed of driving machine — which, from behind the wheel, behave and feel very similar to the quieter and more efficient offerings from the realm of internal combustion.

In a classic case of technological advancement, we’ve reached the part of the graph where EVs are being refined and tooled up for true mass production.

Prices are dropping while battery life, range and utility are all increasing.

Feedback from pioneering modes — like the very popular initial generations of Leaf made by Japanese automakers Nissan — has come back to the source, allowing research and development departments to create EVs which build on their strengths.

Strengths such as tiny operating costs, silence, zero emissions and

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new ranges of up to 220ks or more between charges.

On October 25, IC Motor Group Whangarei will front up with the latest in EV technology and the experts to answer your questions. Is the time right to get on board with a quiet revolution which has been taking Europe by storm, one parking space and garage at a time? Certainly, right now it feels like a comparable situation to the early 1990s,

DON’T TXT & DRIVE

with the birth of the internet, the rise of Windows and computers suddenly transitioning from a futurist novelty to a must-have part of modern life. Visit icmotorgroup.co.nz/latest-special/icmgev-evening to get involved. ¢

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AUTO Avoid Drink Driving be tHe SOBER D FOr A NIGHt

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Growing up in the rural Kaipara, Wayne Goodall was interested in one major aspect of farming life — the machinery. Taking engines apart and tinkering is a popular pastime for many local folks, but over the years Wayne turned his affinity for machines and internal combustion into both a sporting passion and a thriving business.

Now, after being away from the land of his birth for decades, he’s returned to lend a helping hand to Dargaville motorists, along the way re-establishing a garage and workshop in one of the first buildings in town where cars came for servicing and repairs. His new CarMech workshop brings all the skills he’s learned during a 12-year tenure as the boss of his own auto shop in Pukekohe, south of Auckland, the home of the world-famous race track.

Wayne also brings to the table — or the workbench — his history as a motorcycle racer, a previous winner of the BEARS formula two national title and an avid fan of the Ducati brand out of Italy. These days his automotive hobbies run more to the restoration and fabrication of interesting classics and hot rods — his green HQ Holden ‘restomod’ looks factory fresh but boasts fuel injection under the hood, while a quirky, custom ‘rat rod’ is coming together with parts from everything from a Jaguar to a Chevrolet.

These influences and all that experience with motors big and small make for a whole lot of knowledge when

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which has all but swallowed Pukekohe up. His CarMech workshop is open now, opposite Dargaville’s band rotunda, and he invites the public to come and say hello — no doubt bringing their automotive projects with them for a timely bit of attention! ¢

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it comes time to repair or service cars and bikes old and new.

Wayne says that his attraction in coming back to the Kaipara is all about lifestyle — this is a great place to live and work, close to the beach and far from the hectic pace of the big city,

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Return of the king

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u by Andy Bryenton

Prior to 2011, the image in most people’s minds of a best-selling Ford ute was one in line with our automotive history down under — you’d likely picture a V8 powered, low-slung muscle machine like those produced by tuning house FPV. All that changed when 2011’s Ford Ranger came on the scene. In retrospect, it was a turning point for the brand in New Zealand — a milestone pointing to an era of dominance.

Now it’s come time to followup the ongoing legacy of what has become not just our nation’s favourite utility vehicle, but our top vehicle overall for three years running. Ford is well aware that the only way to go onwards is to go upwards, and so their 2019 Ranger debuts with a smooth new transmission, a new power options and a new, revised look to deliver more presence on the road.

New under the hood is the option of a two-litre, twinturbocharged common rail diesel engine, developing a phenomenal 500Nm of torque for heavy hauling duties and to power the Ranger through rough terrain. With more than 210 horsepower, this compact but mighty engine compares favourably to the established and reliable Duratorq 3.2 litre diesel which remains an option in the new line-up.

With the two-litre twin turbo mated to a seriously smooth ten-speed automatic transmission, the ample power on tap delivers a fresh helping of the car-like ride and road manners which made the original Ranger a hit. Even with the familiar Duratorq, the ride seems lighter, more nimble and more accomplished.

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While Ford has not rewritten the rulebook on the way the Ranger looks for 2019, it’s a clear update on the style front, with a slightly more aggressive look to complement those extra abilities. Here in the heartland of Ford Ranger country — the Kaipara boasts a predominance of the big ute

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Dargaville

Dargaville Embroidery Group – 3rd Thursday of the month, 10am–2pm, Contact Rosemary 09 439 0656 for more information.

Dargaville Girls Brigade – Girls 5–15 yrs.

Thursdays 3.30–5.00pm, Dargaville Baptist Church, Victoria St, Dargaville. Contact Pauline Taylor 021 263 7446 or 09 439 7507.

Dargaville Militaria Collectors Club – Lions Club Hall Hokianga Road, opposite old Post Office, at 7.30 pm. For more information, phone secretary Mike, 09 439 8800.

Dargaville Parkinson’s Support Group – Contact Community Educator Barbara Leslie phone 09 437 6881.

Dargaville Quilters – Meet 3rd Tuesday of the month 10am–2pm, 43 Tirarau Street, Dargaville (old CMA building). New members welcome. Phone 09 439 1598.

Dargaville Rifle Club – Kaipara Community Centre 7pm Thursdays. All welcome. Guns and ammo available or bring your own. Licence training available.

Contact 09 439 6950.

Dargaville Scout Group – For boys and girls aged 6–99 years at 23 Onslow Street. All info on door or phone Dianne on 09 283 2006.

Dargaville Senior Net – Open Day on the third Monday of the month at 1pm. All welcome Contact Dot 09 439 1711 or Heather 09 439 4452.

Dargaville Women’s Club – Meet 3rd Thursday of every month 10am at Memorial Park Kiosk. Transport available. Ph Fiona 09 439 8166.

Drop-in Centre – Tuesdays 10am–1pm at the Town Hall in foyer beside Anzac Theatre. All welcome. $1 cuppa. Contact Bev on 021 250 6776 or Viv on 021 439 686.

Justices of the Peace Signing Desk – Justices of the Peace will be available on the first and third Thursday of each month at the Dargaville Library from 11am–1pm.

Kaihu Valley Music Club – Every third Sunday, from 1–4pm. Everyone welcome. Contact John or May 09 439 0827.

Kaipara Ukulele Orchestra – Tuesdays 6–7pm New members are welcome - either expert or beginners.

Phone Sharon on 027 439 5634 or 09 439 5634.

57 Squadron (Dargaville) Air Training Corps – Mondays 6.30–9.00pm at the Dargaville Aero Club.

For boys and girls aged 13–18 years. For more info contact Gordon on 021 262 0547.

Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert – 1st Thursday of the month, 7pm–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Tuesday Traditions Group meets 7pm at the Lighthouse Church building on the corner of Parore and Normanby Streets. Phone 09 439 5248 or ladies call 020 4082 1373.

Alzheimer’s ‘Carer’ Support Group – meets third Wednesday of the month, 10am–11.30am at Dargaville Hospital Board Room. Ph Viv (Kaipara Community Adviser) on 021 439 686.

Art classes – 7–9pm Tuesdays. Private tuition, cleaning and restoring painting, and commissions also available, phone 09 439 0255.

Blokart Sailing – Regular social sailing at Glinks, Baylys and Ruakaka beaches. Contact Greg Schultz 09 431 6863 or itzgreg@xtra.co.nz.

Community Lunch – Every Thursday noon–1.30 pm at Riverside Christian Centre, 1 Beach Road. Free lunch available to all. Transport available in town. Ph 09 439 8887.

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

Dargaville Bridge Club – Tuesdays 12.45pm and Wednesdays 6.45pm at The Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street, Dargaville: dargavillebridge@gmail.com or phone Janice 09 439 1400.

Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau – 37 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville open weekdays 10am to 1pm. Ph 09 439 6100 email dargaville@cab.org.nz.

Dargaville Day Badminton – Thursdays 10am at the Town Hall (back entrance). Contact Lynley Clements 09 439 8160 or Anneke van der Putte 027 334 5515.

Dargaville Cancer Support Group Kaipara Community Health Centre. All welcome. For more information Contact Ken 09 439 4452.

Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club – open and operating Wednesday and Saturday. New members and volunteers welcome. Come and get involved. Ph 09 439 7108 or 09 439 4614.

Kumarani Productions, Circus Jam – Every Thursday 7–9pm at the Town Hall through school terms only. Gold coin donation. Fire spinning classes 7pm Wednesdays at Circus Kumarani.

Mainly Music – Every Wednesday 10–11am at the Dargaville Baptist Church, Victoria Street. $2 per child or $3 per family. Phone Rebecca 09 439 1499.

Make a Friend Playgroup – 0–5 years, Thursdays 9am–noon. Methodist Church Hall, gold coin donation.

Phone Danae 09 439 4833.

New Zealand Blood Service – Coming to Dargaville October 29 1–6pm, Dargaville Town Hall 37 Hokianga Road Dargaville.

Northern Wairoa Country Music Club – 1st Sunday each month. Scout hall, Onslow St 1–4pm, enquiries ph Bruce 09 439 5513.

Northern Wairoa Indoor Bowls Club Nights – Start at 7.30pm. Monday Parish, Tuesday Ruawai, Wednesday Dalmatian Hall. For more info contact Warren Younger 027 478 5102 or 09 439 6155 evenings.

Northern Wairoa Lions Club Inc – Dinner meeting Thursday, October 18 at 7pm at the Lions Centre, Hokianga Road.

NZ 60s Up Movement - Dargaville Social Meetings Held at the Dargaville Rugby Clubrooms on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Contact president Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560.

Peggy Purls in our Community – Every 3rd Wednesday 10.30am at Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre, 59 Normanby Street.

Shaolin Kempo & Tai Chi Chuan – M,T,W & Sat Ph Nick (Both) 021 439 673 Stuart (Kempo) 027 536 2904 Joanne (Tai Chi) 021 850 998.

Squash Club Night – Wednesday nights from 6.30pm at Dargaville Rugby and Sports Club contact Karen Morgan 021 190 5639.

Stitches and Craft – 5 Cranley Street, Dargaville.

10am–4pm Tuesday and Friday. Contact Lois 027 473 0598 for further details.

Te Kopuru Playcentre – welcomes new members, open Tuesday and Thursdays 9am–12.30pm for newborn to 6 years old. Further information email te.kopuru@playcentre.org.nz or phone 09 439 0083.

The Dargaville Menz Shed – Open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday each week 10am–3pm. New members welcome. For more info phone Brian 09 439 6175 or Paul 09 974 7685.

Wednesday Crafts – Every Wednesday 10am at

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the Greenways Community Centre (formerly CMA) on Tirarau Street. Morning tea and lunch served. Variety of crafts. All welcome. $6 per session. Contact Lilian 09 439 77 99 or Cynthia 09 439 5895.

Kaiwaka

Mobility Action Programme – Thursdays 1–3pm at Kaiwaka. Exercise, pain management, no fees.

Covering east and mid-Kaipara districts only. Prior contact required call physiotherapist Amy Griffiths on 0212072729 or occupational therapist Alice Sullivan on 027 291 7239.

Maungaturoto

Kaipara Marchers – Want ladies to join the team.

Practice Wednesdays 4.00–5.30pm Maungaturoto.

Phone Lyn 022 070 8674.

Otamatea Community Services – Free Shopping Trips leaving 9.30am to Whangarei every fourth Wednesday. Phone 09 431 9080 to book.

Mangawhai

Mangawhai Bowling Club – Housie/Bingo held every Friday at the Mangawhai Club. Contact Jan 09 423 9511 or 09 431 5371.

Mangawhai Writers Group – Meet every second week in the old church opposite the new Museum on Molesworth Drive. Contact Bevan 027 617 6521.

Markets

Dargaville Riverside Market – Corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays noon–4pm, phone 021 549 427 or see us on Facebook.

Mangawhai Village Market – Every Saturday by the Village Hall, 9am–1pm. Contact Marita for details 021 598 917.

Dargaville Monthly Market – 1st Saturday of the month, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Dargaville Town Hall. $5 per table — book now 09 439 7243.

Northern Wairoa Boating Club Flea Market – 1st Saturday of month from 9am to noon $10 a table.

Bookings phone Janice Cleaver on 09 439 7860 or 021 064 1405.

Maungaturoto Markets – 1st Friday of the month, 3.30–6.30pm. For information phone Terri on 09 431 8599 or 021 0222 0218 or email maungaturotomarkets@gmail.com.

Paparoa Farmer’s Market – Every Saturday 9am– noon on the village green, Paparoa.

Tangiteroria Tavern Car Boot Sale Gala Market Day – 1st Sunday of the month, $5 per car boot or stall. Contact Sheryl on 09 433 2802.

Te Kopuru Market – 1st Sunday of the month, Coronation Hall, Te Kopuru. Ivy Vincent 09 439 1852.

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New sports assistance

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u by Jill Dickie

As finer weather approaches and more people visit Ripiro Beach, local residents are disturbed at the volume of rubbish left in the wake of visitors and what has washed ashore with the tide.

A new sporting programme for youth will start in term four at the Kaiwaka Sports Association complex, providing athletes with an opportunity to develop core skills which will transfer across several different sports.

p A combined effort by local four-wheel-drive clubs resulted in 25 bags of plastics and rubbish collected from Ripiro Beach

To show appreciation to residents for the use of Ripiro Beach, local fourwheel-drive clubs combined on for a beach clean-up drive, between Mahuta Gap and Baylys Beach, and were surprised at the amount collected.

The four-wheel drivers were provided rubbish bags from New Zealand charity Sustainable Coastlines, and Kaipara District Council covered the cost of disposal of the 25 bags at the end of the drive.

“Although the beach didn’t look too littered from far away, everyone was so shocked at how many little plastics there were along the beach, at least

every metre,” said organiser, Tash Loo. “It was sad to see a coastline could be so littered, and on Saturday night there was a group of people having a bonfire near Glinks — Sunday morning there were glass bottles and rubbish left around the smouldering fire.

“The fact that people are so disrespectful to the environment that we all use is disgusting and lazy,” said Loo. Adding to the effort, members of the public were invited to Baylys Beach area to take part in a street clean-up and three bags of rubbish were collected. ¢

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p Trainer Nick Makea, running students through a programme at the Toka Sports Academy

Trainer, Nick Makea, aims to inspire young athletes to move better and enjoy sport and fitness, through group training sessions with a focus on core skills, fun and teamwork, alongside concentrating on overall physical, mental and emotional strength. “Key foundations for sporting success include aerobic and anaerobic fitness, strength, power, agility, speed and hand-eye coordination,” said Nick.

“I really believe that success in support is predominantly due to self-belief, hard work and a good attitude. Teaching young athletes how to move better, and helping build a passion for fitness, sport and a healthy lifestyle is my goal.”

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achievements, Nick says he will be utilising other highly experienced former representative players and coaches to run sports specific sessions.

Each term athletes will take part in a ‘give back to the community’ day where they assist a community group or project, as a way of recognising the importance of contributing to their community and becoming good people generally — not only good at sports.

A number of local individuals and businesses have come forward to provide sponsorship for an athlete who may be limited in their ability to participate due to financial constraints.

For further information contact Nick 027 608 3483. ¢

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newscapes Greg Newman Ph: 09 439 0853 • Mobile: 027 258 9931 Email: newscapes@slingshot.co.nz Web: www.newscapes.co.nz

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Office: 09 439 8048 Fax: 09 437 5796 Email: office@morrisandmorris.co.nz 15 Gladstone Street, Dargaville, 0310, PO Box 8043, Kensington 0145, Whangarei

morrisandmorris.co.nz

Northland Laser Drainage Ltd

All aspects of Landscape Contracting,Planning, Construction & Maintenance Planting

inc GST

MUDDY THUMBS Gardening

FOR HIRE

09 431 8440

Funeral Packages from $1745

Neil Carter Trading as

Your Local Farming Partner • Suppliers of Waikato milking systems • Expert advice and service on Effluent systems • Pumps • Milking Machinery • Trenching • Water Filtration • Effluent Systems 120 Lower Dent St Whangarei • Ph 09 438 3844 106 Jervois St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 4005 www.northlandfarm.co.nz

Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth) All Services & Maintenance Available

GLOBAL PUMP SOLUTIONS

GLOBAL PUMP SOLUTIONS

PO Box 1174, Whangarei Ph 09 434 7741 Mobile 027 273 6865

1279 S/H 14, MAUNGATAPERE

Tu Christey Massage Therapist HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON (09) 439 0707 OR 027 437 6521

Diploma in Massage, MNZ Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho) “Get rid of your aches & pains, maintain your well being” Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy, Relaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage Phone: (09) 439 6518 Mobile: 021 116 9425 Email: tuthemt@gmail.com www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

R E F R I G E R AT I O N

100%NZ

keeping it kiwi

SPECIALISTS IN:

HEAT PUMPS | AIR CONDITIONING COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION |FARM REFRIGERATION COOL ROOM | FREEZER ROOM | VENTILATION SYSTEMS 113 Victoria Street, Dargaville P: 09 945 5298 M: 021 249 1366 E: waverefrigeration@gmail.com

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OctOber 16 - 2018

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 23rd October 2018 edition is 10am Friday 19th October 2018

For Sale

Pet Supplies

Situations Vacant

Nurseries & Plants

200LT UTE TANK – The Kingspan Diesel 12V Ute Tank 200L is one of the best on the market, and this month is at a super-hot price of $1,100 including GST, saving $225 including GST. FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693.

DOG COATS – Pretty flash Cavallino dog coats, ensuring protection in all weather for your beloved pooch - FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693.

HOUSE CLEANER wanted, 3 hours fortnightly, 10 minutes west of Dargaville. Please phone 021 439 802.

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: www.windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

OFFICE PERSON Required. Short Term Contract.

Administrator & Computer Skills Customer Service.

Able to work under pressure. This position will suit a person with a positive outlook on life, with a willingness to learn and that can work within a team.

CVs to dargaville@laserelectrcal.co.nz

LABOUR WEEK Specials, flowering gums $2.00, bottle brush from $5.00 1 mt high, white bottle brush $10.00 grows 2 mts, buxus $2.00, golden passionfruit plants $2.50, alstroemeria tall and short $5.00, gazanias from 50c some in flower, cabbage trees tall and short growing from $5.00, flaxes $5.00 and grass from $1.00. Some free stuff as well. Open Tuesday to Sunday and Monday 22/10 from 10am to 4pm. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. Phone 09 439 5556.

BATTEN STAPLER – Delfast Cordless Fence Batten Stapler – make the job easier this Spring, $999.00 incl. GST this month only, save $499.05 including GST - FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693.

BROMELIADS FOR Sale, Wednesday / Thursday 9am - 3pm , 26 Clyde Street Dargaville.

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

FANNON’S FANTASTIC menswear for weddings and more. Please feel free to browse and have a chat.

Fannons, 52 Victoria St, Dargaville, 09 439 8946.

FOR SALE, honey extractor, big game rod (unused), 3 way fridge, campomatic - camper, 5m rebel - 90 hp Yamaha, tents (2) large, perfect radiator & burley mincer, for more information phone 09 439 8643.

GLYPHOSATE 360 – Synergy Glyphosate 360, 20L drum, only $109.51 including GST! - FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693.

OVEN FOR SALE, as new, 1 year used, $600, pick up in Dargaville, call 022 311 8447.

SHINDAIWA CHAINSAW, had little use, $160, phone 09 439 7572.

SUZUKI ESCUDO Vitara/Grand Vitara – car parts, WOF parts, 4x4 parts etc. Good parts, good prices.

Phone Derek 09 439 7573.

Raffle Results RAFFLE RESULTS Dargaville 60’s up, Bathroom Basket. Ticket 212, Alison Tabron. Ticket 372, Nelsa Wetherall.

EXPERIENCED RELIEF MILKER

Building Services

∙ 35kms south of Dargaville (Tangaihi)

DECKS, FENCES, all small building jobs undertaken, Baylys Beach based. Phone Ross for a free quote, NorWest Building & Maintenance, 027 412 0840.

∙ 2 x once a day herds (350 cows in total)

Work Wanted

∙ Every second weekend required as this is a permanent position.

CARPET LAYER complete supply and installation of new and used carpet and underlay. Repairs/restretching/garage carpet — Quality Service phone Ian 027 499 6413.

DENISE CLARK

09 439 6068

WIRE 2.5MM HT – 10% extra wire for FREE, $94.95 including GST - FARMLANDS Dargaville – 09 439 7693.

Cook & Cleaner Required 5 days a week cooking evening meals.

General house cleaning & laundry must have own transport, be reliable and honest.

DARG AV

MEDICA LE L IL

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WAYNE & ANNETTE

From Mckays Electrical shop & Anne Mitchell: almitch2@xtra.co.nz 09 439 8424

Ph 09

Property Maintenance ATS PROPERTY Maintenance & Repair. Fences & Repairs • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitouts • Waterblasting • Flooring Repairs • Decks • Windows & Latches • Plus much more. No job too small. Phone 09 439 8628.

PRESSURE WASHING, soft house wash, drives, paths, decks & more. Your local cleaning guy, phone Tony 022 311 8447.

OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $465.75 incl GST. Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

WATER TANK Vacuum clean, Full tank OK, Waste no more than 1,000 litres. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA

Trades & Services 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: www.windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

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

Receptionist required full-time for a busy medical centre The role requires someone who is highly organised, has significant attention to detail, is proactive in their approach, is self-motivated, able to multitask, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Someone with Healthcare experience would be desirable.

MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

Closes Friday 26th October Please send letter and CV to jemmas@dargavilledocs.co.nz

MIX ‘N’ MINGLE singles get together at the Kaihu Tavern, 6.30 for 7pm Friday 19th October. Blackboard menu, once only membership fee, for carpooling and enquiries contact Kathleen 09 439 6290. All welcome.

Caring for our community Atawhai Tia Te Takiwa

$15 EACH

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

Reception/Admin VACANCY

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Kaipara

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

Wanted

Enquiries phone 09 439 0185

Kaleidoscope

Tree Services

WANTED TO lease or rent, by mature, professional female, farm cottage with approx 4 acres for horses.

Tidy, responsible, non-smoker, no children. Long term in safe area, within 20 mins of Dargaville. Phone 027 472 6391.

PHONE RICHARD 027 498 4133

WOODEN TABLE / 4 chairs, single bed, wooden drawers , TV , assorted clothes size 12, for more info phone 021 531 510.

2019 Calendar Annual Anglican Church fundraiser.

Save Lives

∙ Must be experienced and reliable.

Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

SMOKE ALARMS

NATIVE PLANTS. Babylon Coast Gardens has a wide range of native and coastal hardy plants for revegetation projects, effluent ponds, septic tanks, waterways and landscaping. Open on Saturdays 10am to 4pm at 1246 Babylon Coast Rd. For more information phone Fridays and Saturdays on 09 439 4223 or email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz.

HEAD VETERINARY NURSE Are you looking for a head nurse position at a supportive, progressive, fun and friendly practice?

Dargaville Veterinary Centre is a busy and progressive veterinary practice that works to a high standard with both large and companion animals.

Entertainment

NORTHERN WAIROA Lions Club dinner meeting on 18th October, 7pm at the Lions Hall, Hokianga Road.

Guest speaker will be presenting ‘A Woman’s view on Small Farming’. Please confirm your attendance on 09 439 6290. All Welcome.

SINGLE? MEET other interesting, intelligent, genuine people just like yourself, all ages. Dine out ‘Dinner for Six’ Phone 021 639 552.

Despite being a rural practice, we have a lot of the ‘mods and cons’ that you would come to expect from a high functioning clinic e.g. in-house blood biochemistry and haematology, digital x-ray machine, infusion pumps, pulse oximeters, ap alerts, dental equipment, blood pressure monitor etc.

We have a head nurse position available in the companion animal department which will suit someone that is well organised, a good communicator, has excellent clinical skills, is proactive and enjoys being part of a fun team.

There is an opportunity to be autonomous and be a key influence in the running of the companion animal clinic.

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022

Avoid Drink Driving be tHe SOBER D FOr A NIGHt

Responsibilities will include (but not limited to): nurse clinics, admissions and discharges, overseeing inpatients, surgical nursing, puppy pre-school, marketing campaigns, managing social media and online content, meeting company representatives and customer services.

At Dargaville Veterinary Centre, we pride ourselves on the high level of care we provide our patients, the exceptional customer service we provide our clients and the support we provide our staff both professionally and personally. Remuneration is commensurate with experience and continued professional education is both encouraged and supported.

If this sounds like what you are looking for and you want to know more about the role and the package on offer, please contact Doug Passmore in confidence at 09 439 7117 or email doug@dargavillevets.co.nz.

Oi! DON’T TXT & DRIVE

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER OctOber 16 - 2018

CLASSIFIEDS Public Notices ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert change of venue — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Kaipara Community Centre, Hokianga Road, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome.

Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

FREE MONEYMATES course. 25th and 26th of October from 9.30 to 1.30. Financial management and budgeting, 80 Normanby Street, phone 09 439 8592 for details.

OPEN HOME at 293 Waihue Road Dargaville, Saturday 20th October, 11am - 12pm, Trademe Listing #1687529667.

PAHI HALL notice of Annual General Meeting. The Pahi Community Hall Society Incorporated will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 31st October 2018, 2pm at the hall. All welcome.

REMEMBER MY Holy Sabbath Roman 3:31.

Ruawai Rugby Club

AGM

Monday 5th of November 2018 at the Ruawai Community Sports Club at 7pm.

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Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 23rd October 2018 edition is 10am Friday 19th October 2018 Public Notices

Public Notices

PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE

Death Notice

THELMA AND CHARLIE PARKER EDUCATION TRUST The above education trust was established at the direction of the late Mr Charlie Parker, a wellknown and respected local businessman.

Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that the Councils Roading Network Maintenance Contractor; Broadspectrum Ltd has made an application to have the following street temporarily closed on the day and at the time below for the purpose of maintenance to the bridge abutments on Swamp Road Bridge ID 434_569.

The purpose of the trust is to establish and maintain scholarships which will be known as the THELMA AND CHARLIE PARKER SCHOLARSHIPS. Each scholarship is designed to assist any current pupil or pupils of Dargaville High School, who, in the opinion of the trustees, would benefit from further education or study of either tertiary or other nature, or of any recognised course of education or study and who would otherwise be unable to undergo such education or study having regard to the financial resources of that student and/or that student’s immediate family.

Saturday 21 January 2019 at 7:00am – 25 January 2019 at 5:00pm Swamp Road Bridge No: 434_569 (Hella Bridge)

The trustees of the trust therefore invite applications for assistance from students of Dargaville High School or from any person on a student’s behalf. Application forms are available from the school office or Hammonds Law, Solicitors.

Any objections to this proposal should be in the hands of the Kaipara District Council no later than 04:00pm on Monday 29th October 2018.

To enable consideration by the trustees, completed applications must be delivered to the High School office or the offices of Hammonds Law by 5.00pm on Friday the 9th of November 2018. Any enquiries should be directed to the High School office or to Alistair Hammond of Hammonds Law, Solicitors.

Any queries please contact Peter on 027 543 7086.

NIKOLAJENKO, NADIA On 12th October 2018, peacefully; aged 94. Loved wife of the late George. Beloved and adored mother of Paul and Lois, Peter and Raywene, Susan and Ossie, Nanna of 5 grandchildren, and great-Nanna of 10 great-grandchildren. ‘Forever in our hearts.’

A memorial service for Nadia will be held at The Lighthouse Church, cnr Normanby and Parore Streets, Dargaville, at 1:30pm, on Wednesday, 24th October 2018.

In Memoriam NEW, PATSY (nee Bayliss) one year without you & sadly missed, living on in our hearts forever, rest on Peacefully Patsy, Raewyn, Abi, Craig, Baby Fletcher, Trixie, Terry, Trina & Craig, Harry, Ana & Vicki. Peaceful journey.

Public Notices Annee, recipient

All welcome.

Dargaville Museum Te whare taonga o tunatahi

PIONEER SUPPER DANCE

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SATURDAY 10TH NOVEMBER 2018 7.30PM LIGHTHOUSE FUNCTION CENTRE, HARDING PARK, DARGAVILLE.

IT’S NOT A TARGET

JOIN IN THE FESTIVITIES. DRESS IN PIONEER COSTUME IF YOU WISH TO. PRIZE FOR BEST DRESSED PH.09 439 7555 or EMAIL: info@dargavillemuseum.co.nz

$25.00 P.P.

SAVE 3 LIVES Dargaville Town Hall 37 Hokianga Road

Monday 29th October 1:00pm – 6:00pm

To donate, contact us today to book your appointment. Remember to bring your donor card or photo ID

Final Proposal for Representation Arrangements Submissions: On 21 September 2018, Kaipara District Council considered the submissions received on its initial proposal regarding the representation arrangements for the Council to apply for the local elections to be held on 12 October 2019.

The Council received 81 submissions on its initial proposal: • 28 submissions supported the Council’s initial proposal; • 53 submissions opposed the Council’s initial proposal.

Those that supported the initial proposal identified the following issues: • it makes sense; • allows for better and fairer representation; • support for a new Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Ward.

Those that opposed the initial proposal identified the following issues: • the east/west imbalance is not adequately addressed; • there should be nine councillors; • the Mangawhai area is not adequately represented; • communities of interest are not appropriately recognised; • initial proposal not democratic; • use of outdated data and other out of scope issues.

Final Proposal: Having considered all of the submissions, the Council resolved on 9 October 2018 to adopt its initial proposal as its final proposal.

The Council considered all matters raised by submissions.

A number of submissions highlighted out of scope issues. These issues raised (use of outdated population data, lack of provision for future growth, rating per head of population and reduction to four councillors) were excluded as they fell out of the scope of factors available for consideration.

Reasoning around the decision to continue with the initial proposal are below: . the east/west imbalance: The four ward structure, two in the east (with four councillors) and two in the west (with four councillors) provides balanced representation to the District’s communities and individuals; . the number of councillors: Eight councillors provide fair and effective representation, this was supported by preliminary consultation undertaken prior to the initial proposal, plus significant opposition to nine councillors when considered at the last representation review; . adequate representation of Mangawhai area: The establishment of a new Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Ward (with two councillors) directly addresses the need for representation from the south-east of the District; . recognition of communities of interest: The proposed ward structure adequately reflects the District’s different communities of interest (specifically reflecting community involvement and access to goods and services); . democratic process: The final proposal meets the legislative requirements of identifying communities of interest and providing fair and effective representation.

The final proposal is as follows: (i)

Kaipara District Council to comprise eight councillors elected under the ward system, plus the mayor elected at large;

(ii)

Kaipara District Council be divided into four wards, these being: Dargaville Ward (two councillors) being the existing ward comprising the township of Dargaville (the area delineated on SO Plan 70435 deposited with Land Information New Zealand); Kaiwaka-Mangawhai Ward (two councillors) comprising the southeast area of the district including the townships of Kaiwaka, Mangawhai, Mangawhai Heads, Oruawharo, Oneriri Peninsula, Hakuru and surrounding areas;

. . .

Otamatea Ward (two councillors) comprising the State Highway 12 townships from Tokatoka back to the Brynderwyns including Ruawai, Matakohe, Paparoa, Maungaturoto, Taipuha, Ararua, Pahi, Whakapirau, Tinopai and surrounding areas; . West Coast-Central Ward (two councillors) comprising the area surrounding Dargaville through to Waipoua Forest, including Kaihu, Aranga, Donnelly’s Crossing, Mamaranui, Omamari, Bayly’s Beach, Hoanga, Tangowahine, Tangiteroria, Te Kopuru, Pouto, Turiwiri and Aropohue; (iii) no community boards be established; The four proposed wards, the number of councillors per ward, the ward populations (estimated as at 30 June 2017) and the population ratio per councillor are as follows:

Ward

Population

Councillors

Average

% Variation

Dargaville

5,080

2

2,540

-9.8%

Kaiwaka-Mangawhai

6,170

2

3,085

+9.55%

Otamatea

5,480

2

2,740

-2.7%

West Coast-Central

5,830

2

2,915

+3.52%

In accordance with section 19V(2) of the Local Electoral Act 2001, the population that each councillor represents must be within the population range of 2,816 plus or minus 10% (2,534 - 3,097).

Appeals Any person who has made a submission on the Council’s initial proposal may lodge an appeal against the Council’s decision. An appeal must relate to the matters raised in that person’s submission.

Appeal forms can be provided through the website www.kaipara.govt.nz/ RepReview, by email to haveyoursay@kaipara.govt.nz, or in hardcopy. Appeal forms are also available from the Dargaville office at 42 Hokianga Road or the Mangawhai office at The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive from 12 October 2018.

Appeals should state your name, address, telephone number and email address (if you have one) and should reach the Council no later than 4pm on Monday 12 November 2018.

Louise Miller Chief Executive, Kaipara District Council Phone: 09 439 7059 or 0800 727 059 12 October 2018

0800 448 325 www.nzblood.co.nz

Public notice

(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012) JU HUA HE & LAI HAR HE of DARGAVILLE, has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Dargaville for the renewal of an On licence in respect of premises situated at 64B Hokianga Rd, Dargaville.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is RESTAURANT. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are; – Monday – Sunday – 10:00am – 12 MIDNIGHT The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Council Offices Unit 13, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or 42 Hokianga Road Dargaville.

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

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

This is the second publication of this notice

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

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OctOber 16 - 2018

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

AUCTION 29b Finlayson Park Dargaville

$265,000

38 Kauri Street Dargaville

$265,000

First Home or Smart Investment

Close to High School

Tidy 2 brm home with new carpet and curtains, sunny and warm, shower over bath. Built around 1980’s. Separate toilet, storage shed, partially fenced plus front deck with all-day sun. Freshly painted - ready to move in or rent out now, in time for Christmas.

1940’s weatherboard with iron roof. Large single garage and carport.

Only a short walk to school, easy care section, 3 bedrooms, new bathroom, new deck and spa pool. Quiet area, still some finishing off to do. Good location

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

394 Katui Road Donnellys Crossing

$425,000

Country lifestyle Large 4 bedroom Bungalow , with wrap around verandah, coal range stove — wetback, carpet only 1 year old in bedrooms, plus large rumpus room. Tank water for house — gravity fed, plus creek water. Established fruit trees and plenty of land for stock.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

6 Marine Drive Glinks Gully Glinks Gully Magic

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

AUCTION – 26 October 2018 | 12pm NOON | 6 Poto St Dargaville Fabulous property. 5 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, 2 bathrooms , double garage.

Great space for boys - toys and family fun. Decking to 3 sides, with a super entertainment deck. Run wild, or just laze away. Bring the friends and family and your 4 wheel drive.

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Listings Wanted Urgently

Spring Fever Special

It’s that time of year again when the sun is shining and buyers are buying. With the festive season just round the corner, now is the time to put your property on the market, please call Jean –make that move.

List Now - List your property with us during September / October (General or Sole Agency) to be in the draw to win this groovy yellow barrow of Springtime goodies.

Now is the time to spring into action with Ray White Real Estate.

We have Buyers

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

$500 Draw

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville