Kaipara Lifestyler, September 13th 2016

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September 13 2016

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Bringing home the silver u by Ann Morgan

Visually impaired tandem para-cyclist and world record breaker, Emma Foy, from Dargaville and her sighted pilot, Laura Thompson, have won silver at the Rio Paralympics in the Women’s B 3,000m Individual Pursuit.

Club bows out

The Kai Iwi Lakes Water Ski Club is ending almost five decades of operation …

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Exhibiting two styles Anti-Analogue is a joint art show presented by Mangawhai artists Jeanette Vickers and Mark Graham …

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Rail carts success

Dave Selby and John Hansen of Dargaville Rail and River Tours hosted their 1,000th passenger …

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Emma and Laura fought with determination to win silver on the final day of racing at the Rio Velodrome in the Women’s B 3,000m Individual Pursuit with a time of 3:31.569, three seconds behind British tandem of Lora Turnham and Corrine Hall.

“To win silver is a great achievement.

It felt rough and hard out there and it did not come together how we could have liked it to,” said Emma. “Our qualification round this morning was great and we did a time we were really happy with.

“We have two more events coming up, both on the road and we are now going to focus on these and continue to give it our all.”

Earlier in the day the duo qualified second-fastest with a time of 3:28.563.

The silver medal adds to their previous competition successes in which they achieved two gold medals, a silver and bronze in just over two years of competition.

Emma was born and bred in Dargaville.

She rides in the stoker position, or rear seat of the tandem cycle, with her seeing pilot Laura in the front. They first met at a para-cycling talent ID camp at the start of 2013 and their coach paired them to compete together.

After Emma completed her schooling she went on to university and got interested in cycling, so she moved to Cambridge in the Waikato to pursue the sport. “I like to have goals and to aim for the top and I always want to be the

p Emma Foy and her sighted pilot, Laura Thompson, have won silver at the Rio Paralympics

best I can,” said Emma. The Paralympic Games take place every four years, they are the world’s largest multi-sport event for disabled athletes.

More than 4,350 athletes from 178 countries were expected to compete in 22 sports, with 526 medal events.

Their win has brought New Zealand’s medal haul to eight at the time of print,

with three golds, three silvers and two bronze. The team is aiming to win 18 medals, including 12 golds.

Emma and Laura will be competing on Thursday September 15 in the Time Trial event at 4.30am New Zealand time and then on the final competition day, Sunday September 18 at 4.05am New Zealand time. ¢

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Jump rope for heart

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p Students at Pouto School participated in Jump Rope for Heart and set about competing against each other to determine who the best skippers are. “The fundraiser is to support heart disease and raise an awareness of the importance of fitness activities for health. We already do the fruit in schools and healthy eating programmes so this works in well with our lessons. The students had lots of fun and increased their jumping skills with Diamond, Saphaea and Waima taking out the best skippers of the day,” said principal Margie Ormsby. The amount raised was approximately $70 for the 19 students.

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p Anne Mitchell from the Holy Trinity Anglican church in Dargaville has helped create the church’s annual Kaipara Kaleidoscope calendar as a fundraiser for the sixth year. Consisting of photographs taken by local photographers, 350 calendars are printed with many people purchasing them as gifts for family and friends overseas in countries such as Italy, Alaska and England. “Each year we fundraise to cover the operational costs of the church. Holy Trinity historically is significant to the great community of Dargaville, being built in 1878,” said Reverend Brendon Wilkinson.

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p Te Roroa Learning Assistance in Dargaville and Maungaturoto hosted a range of activities last week during Adult Learners’ Week/He Tangata Matauranga celebrating adult learning, whether it is upskilling for a better job, preparing for further study, improving life skills or having fun. Students had a scavenger hunt and also wrote a story, processed drafts and signed-off a final to be published and ready for presentation within two days. Jess Rota, Jacky Low, and Greg Fuller participated in the writing event and Ethan Bakulich won the scavenger hunt. They are pictured with Te Roroa board member Errol Hutchins and programme coordinator Stephanie Pattison.

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Ski club bows out The Kai Iwi Lakes Water Ski Club is ending almost five decades of operation at Lake Waikare in the face of the new management plan released by the Taharoa Domain Governance Committee.

Club secretary Tim Robinson said: “After careful consideration it has been decided that the club will no longer be based at Lake Waikare in the Taharoa Domain.

“We are investigating a number of different options including some private lakes,” he added.

“It is a work in progress. We have got agreement from the Whangarei Waterskiing Club and a club in Hikurangi who will code p The Kai iwi Lakes Water Ski Club will no longer be based at Lake Waikare share with us for the coming season so we can still run club events. sites in the country. Visiting waterskiers “Naturally the club is disappointed from around New Zealand and the rest in the outcome of the domain plan of the world have enjoyed one of the review decisions, but accepts that most picturesque environments and the governance committee’s plans generated significant financial benefit for the future use of Taharoa Domain to the local community.

“Throughout its history the club has exclude the operating requirements of provided ongoing opportunities for the a tournament waterskiing club.

Mr Robinson said the club is public to learn to waterski, as well as disappointed. Almost 50 years of enjoy the facilities for swimming and tournament waterskiing, resulting recreation. The club truly hopes that the in both national and international Taharoa Domain Governance Committee champions who started their careers will enable the same cross section of at Kai Iwi Lakes Water Ski Club, are the public to get to enjoy the Taharoa now over.

Domain in the same way that the club “The club wants to recognise the has during its time there.

“The club is now investigating options immense efforts put in by members over the past 48 years, establishing one of to continue to prosper and generate the truly great tournament waterskiing future champions in the sport.” ¢ YOUR Health is important to ME VOTE 1 Libby Jones for NDHB

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Battalion chief Steven SanFilippo from the Fire Department of New York visited the Maungaturoto Fire Brigade when he attended the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at the Sky Tower.

The event is to remember the 343 firefighters who did not make it home that day in 2001 and the 56 New Zealand firefighters who have died in the line of duty.

“We do the climb because the men climbed to help people and each p Chief Steven SanFilippo from New York with Stair Climb name is read out,” said organiser Tony Scott after the 9/11 meclimb on Sunday Stair Climb organiser Tony Scott.

“He was one of the responding Ruawai, Kaiwaka, Mangawhai firemen at the plane that landed in the and Ruakaka Fire Brigades joined Hudson River on 9/11,” said Michael.

Maungaturoto to listen to Chief “Their department has almost one SanFilippo speak on his experience million calls per year yet he reiterated on 9/11. that across the world we all work Maungaturoto deputy chief fire together, helping people who haven’t officer Michael Tovine said: “He had a very good day. gave us an insight into the FDNY “There are about 15,000 firemen operations and his own experiences in New York. It was awesome to have from his 38 years as a firefighter in someone from his position speak the world’s busiest city. to us.” ¢

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Thanks to the choppers

Knit one, purl one

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Labelled as ‘inspirational,’ a film that tells the story of a group of motorkite enthusiasts who risk their lives to fulfil their dream, will be shown at Anzac Theatre in Dargaville as a fundraiser for the Northland Emergency Services Trust.

Those keen on having a ‘yarn’ whilst making a difference are invited to take part in a regular Yarn Party thanks to the Peggy Purl in Your Community initiative.

Dargaville woman and motorkite pilot, Kathy Little, is organising the screening to thank the helicopter for rescuing her niece Malia Talijancich and nephew Bucko Rowland who were involved in a serious car accident earlier this year.

The accident killed 42-year-old Anne Talijancich of Te Kopuru, when the car she was travelling in with p Malia Talijancich and Bucko Rowland with their aunty Kathy Little and their grandmother Carol Talijancich her partner and children, Malia and Bucko, crashed into a bridge made during the month of September on the Pouto Peninsula. up to $150,000.

“Anyone anywhere could need this Motorkite Dreaming includes rare service. People think it will never and dramatic scenes of outback happen to them but when it does, the Australia and Kathy says this is the helicopters are so important, especially first and possibly only screening of because of the rural nature of this area,” the film in New Zealand. said Kathy.

The film will be shown on The Westpac Helicopter transported September 17 at 10.30am at the Malia to Auckland with severe head Anzac Theatre Dargaville. injuries whilst her brother Bucko was Tickets are $14 and can be first transferred to Whangarei by the purchased by direct payment to NEST helicopter and then to Auckland Mrs K B Little 12-3098-0002218Starship Hospital.

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The nationwide campaign sees community members knit peggy squares which are then sewn into blankets or clothes and distributed to families in need.

Community development coordinator Lynn Dawson of Devonport approached Marion McEwing of Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre and together they arranged for a Peggy Purl group to start up in Dargaville.

“There are lots of new people in the community so it’s a good way for people to get to know each other. They can pop in and have a cuppa p Marion McEwing of Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre is pleased to be hosting the Peggy Purl initiative at her store and a chat,” said Marion.

“I hope the families that receive the knitting feel like someone cares about and Rodney regions of Auckland. Peggy’s them and maybe it will inspire them to daughter Adair Eady and Lynn Dawson learn how to knit too.” decided a similar campaign would get Peggy Purl groups began in the 1930s community groups together to knit when a four-year-old girl named Peggy peggy squares for children in their Huse began knitting small woollen own communities. Marion says any squares for her dolls. wool donations are gratefully received Radio host, Muriel Lewis saw and everyone who comes along to the Peggy knitting the small squares and sessions will be given a ball of wool and encouraged her listeners to start a pair of knitting needles. knitting six-inch wool squares as well.

The first Dargaville Yarn Party will be Soon the nation was onboard and held on September 21 from 10.30am thousands were sending in peggy at the Dargaville Sewing and Curtain squares to the radio station. Volunteers Centre and will be held subsequently sewed the squares into blankets which on every third Wednesday of the month. were then distributed to people in need.

Beginners welcome. Contact Marion More than 70 years later the campaign for more information at dargsewing16@ was re-established in the North Shore gmail.com or on 09 439 1540. ¢

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Exhibiting two styles

Characters on parade

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u by Ann Morgan

Anti-Analogue is a joint art show presented by Mangawhai artists Jeanette Vickers and Mark Graham.

Jeanette is known for her experimentation with digital photography, always finding niches that have not been explored and Mark aka Phobos had his beginnings in the back of a sixth form photography class, where he discovered graffiti.

Jeanette says it takes her five years to exhaust possibilities with her camera and then she moves on to another experiment. Her recent work presents her artistic skills.

“Modifying the flow of water through techniques I have been experimenting with, the pieces are extremely bright and colourful, which is consistent when photographing water,” she said.

“One particular photograph, Sunbirds in the Tropics, will be approximately one metre by 80 centimetres printed on archival canvas.”

Mark is a digital and mixed media street artist. In his sixth form class he was spookily influenced by graffiti and was scared by its relentlessly addictive nature, hence the name Phobos which is the greek god of fear.

“After several run-ins with the law, I made the move to paint in a studio rather than the street, still capturing the rush and the thrills that graffiti can bring,” said Mark. Heavily influenced

by Graffiti and other subcultures such

p Mark Graham aka Phobos will be exhibiting his works at Mangawhai Artists Gallery

as hip-hop and tattooing, his creativity is constantly developing and forever evolving into his own style.

Mainly focussing on the female figure, he has branched out and created two portraits of males. As an attempt to further his evolution, the entire show has been created digitally and will be a run of ten A1 prints per piece.

The show runs from September 24 until October 3 at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery — next to the old village hall in Moir Street. ¢

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p Ruawai Primary School had a book fair last week involving many fun activities including a parade where students and staff dressed up as a book character. Friends and families were invited to watch the parade and spend time in the classrooms reading books to the children.

There were lunchtime reading sessions and an evening presenting ‘Bedtime Stories’ in the school’s newly refurbished library. Children and adults alike dressed in their pyjamas, armed with their teddy bears, a pillow and a book. The evening started with warm milo and cookies before everyone snuggled down and read books to each other.

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Where It’s Easy to Live Road Works for September 2016

PUBLIC NOTICE – Broadspectrum NZ Ltd, Kaipara Branch, is continuing their full network round of glyphosate roadside vegetation spraying. The spraying contractor for Broadspectrum NZ Ltd is performing vegetation growth control and roadside spraying alongside sealed and unsealed roads in the Kaipara district. Please refer to the programme below for location of spraying which is subject to weather conditions.

Drivers are advised to take extra care where work is being carried out on roads, regardless of whether there is a special speed restriction. Routine works planned on Council roads during September include pothole repairs on unsealed and sealed roadways as they are identified and clearing of culvert inlets and outlets.

Maintenance patrols are replacing reflectorised edge marker pegs as well as replacements and repairs to road signs.

Area specific works planned during September include: •

Minor bridge repairs throughout the district;

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Maintenance grading throughout the district when conditions are suitable;

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Unsealed pothole repair throughout the district;

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Roadside vegetation spraying of all townships;

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Water table restoration of Tangowahine Settlement, Awakino Point North, Oneriri (ongoing), Ranganui and Avoca Roads; and

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Unsealed road strengthening of Golden Stairs (ongoing), Ounuwhao (ongoing) and Kirikopuni Valley Roads

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There may be delays during September because of adverse weather, but work will still go ahead. Thank you for your cooperation with these projects to help make travel easier on our roads. Please feel free to contact Council’s Customer Service representatives on 0800 727 059 for more information.

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September 2016 Council Meetings The following meetings have been set down for the month of September and are open to the public.

Meeting times and dates may differ from those previously advertised. For confirmation or further information on a particular meeting contact Customer Services Team on 09 439 3123 or 0800 727 059.

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Trial extension of Transfer Station hours Dargaville’s Transfer Station at the top of Awakino Road will be open longer on the weekends to make it easier for you to get rid of your rubbish.

We have reviewed the hours following community feedback and propose the following hours, for an initial six-month trial period to see if they are viable for the future:

2pm Monday 19 September 2016

Harding Park and Pou Tu Te Rangi Joint Committee, Meeting Room, Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

4pm Monday 19 September 2016

Taharoa Domain Governance Committee, Meeting Room, Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

Noon Tuesday 20 September 2016

Mangawhai Community Park Governance Committee, Meeting Room, Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

2pm Tuesday 20 September 2016

Audit and Risk Committee, Meeting Room, Unit 6, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

10am Monday 26 September 2016

Council Meeting, Meeting Room, Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville.

1pm Tuesday 27 September 2016

Creative Communities Committee Meeting, Meeting Room, Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville

Start date: Sunday, 04 September 2016 • Tuesday to Friday, open from 9 am to 4 pm; • Saturday and Sunday, open 10 am to 4 pm; and • Closed Monday and all Public Holidays.

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Toward a positive future u by Ann Morgan

Seven students participating in the year-long Taratahi Agricultural training course based in Maungaturoto, are gaining life experiences and farming knowledge with the help of community members.

Tutor Tracey Wildhaber is an exfarmer and says the Maungaturoto community have been extremely supportive in helping the students gain farming knowledge combined with practical and life experiences.

“The students come from across the Kaipara and we are involved with several farms around the area. The farmers allow us to participate in on-farm activities such as calving, fencing, docking, beekeeping, weed control and other industry tasks. p Taratahi students Ashley Goode, Shania Mackey, Sean Tipene, Brian Wellington, Kenny Kiare and “They have their own farm dog Branden Austin that they are learning to train together and are building a kennel and it builds their confidence. My from recycled materials with help from community is absolutely fantastic, one Albie Paton and his crew down at the local guy led a study night and brought Maungaturoto Den.” along model vehicles to help teach The local Farm Source have sponsored the students how to back a tractor. dog food and whistles for the students “They learn life skills and gain work to learn with. ethics which are huge things for future In order for the students to get jobs, employment and farm skills are highly they need driver licences, so Tracey transferable in other industries which has a road code available at all times needs working knowledge of a farm. and they study together to help those “Personally seeing the students needing to sit the test. succeed and when they come up to you “I have seen many students get their in the street and say thanks Miss I get licences. This is really important for it now, it makes your heart melt. We them to be able to work in the industry become like a big family.” ¢

Rail carts success Dave Selby and John Hansen of Dargaville Rail and River Tours hosted their 1,000th passenger on the rail carts tour this past week.

p Steve Bailey with his basket of goodies

Steve Bailey from Kamo received a basket of goodies when he went on the carts with his friend along with another group of men from Palmerston North, Tauranga and Hamilton that were on a ‘retired mates trip’ up to the Kaipara.

Mr Selby says it was a pleasure seeing their 1,000th passenger arrive and they are extremely pleased with the success of their venture which they opened on December 12 last year.

“It is great to see the tour bringing people to the Kaipara specifically to participate in the tourism activities Dargaville and surrounds have on offer,” said Mr Selby.

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He says they encourage visitors to participate in other local attractions too such as the Kumara Box. Mr Bailey said he was absolutely impressed with the tour.

“I was over the moon to be the special passenger. The trip was awesome.

“The fact that you can get out there on the rail track and be hands on in the cart was really fantastic and you see so much from the track,” said Mr Bailey. ¢

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Historic landmark for sale u by Ann Morgan

A piece of Dargaville’s history is up for sale. The old Post Office building on the corner of Normanby Street and Hokianga Road is designated as a national historic building at 102 years old.

It was one of the most substantial structures in Dargaville when it was built and with its four-faced clock tower, has been the subject of many local and travelling artists and photographers.

It was opened on September 14, 1914 by Mayor Mr H Hammond.

Dargaville lawyer G N Hayes donated the four-faced clock in 1925 in honour of Charles Darling, his late law partner and other servicemen from the Northern

Wairoa who were killed in World War One. King Bros Construction Ltd carried out renovations in 2010 when the building was seismically strengthened.

It still has many of the original features including red mail boxes and the post master’s office. The clock tower is in working order.

The building is for sale through Ray White Jean Johnson Realty. ¢

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Sir, Very many thanks for your newspaper reporting profiles of the mayoral candidates for the Kaipara District Council. I ask Mr Gent via your newspaper why he has not stated that he is the chairman of BNZ partners Northland.

The BNZ is one of the banks who loaned money to the KDC and continue to do so. Mr Gent should declare his position as he may be in a conflicted circumstance.

Yours faithfully, John Black, Maungatoroto

I wish to respond to Mr Black’s question in his letter to the Lifestyler I have no role with the BNZ either professionally or personally.

About 2011 I was appointed northern regional chairman of BNZ partners, a role I held for two years. In that role I provided mentorship to the Northern Manager and his team and attended BNZ functions from time-to-time. During my tenure in that role I was appointed the chair of the Kaipara Review Team. We were tasked with writing a report on the state of KDC for the councillors and the then minister David Carter. In that role I attended one meeting in Auckland with the ANZ and BNZ banks, both funding banks of KDC. Also in attendance was Steve Ruru, then CEO of KDC, and staff from the Department of Internal Affairs.

The purpose of both meetings was to present KDC’s financial projections.

Both banks wanted comfort that KDC was solvent (this was at the peak of the rates strike). A simple measure of solvency is that the organisation can pay creditors as they fall due and its assets are greater than liabilities. At both

meetings I declared the role I had with the BNZ even though it was irrelevant to the matter under discussion.

Since that time KDC’s financial woes have improved to the point that the majority of its borrowings are from the Local Government Funding Agency, not banks. I am unaware what funding is through banking lines but understand it to be minimal.

Mr Black very correctly should ensure individuals standing for council declare any conflicts. I think he should ask all candidates whether they are in arrears with their rates, as that is a huge conflict in my view. Ensuring that KDC management are pursuing rates arrears while being one of those parties would be untenable.

That of course doesn’t exclude the right of individuals to take KDC to litigation, that is everyone’s right, but while that process works through, rates should be paid.

In the extreme, if none of us paid our rates there would be no KDC. Greg Gent Mayoral Candidate

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Candidates on video The October local body elections will see 18 candidates standing for Kaipara District Council on Saturday October 8, with four of them declaring for the mayoralty.

Already the election billboards have sprung up in towns and villages across the Kaipara District, and now the Kaipara Lifestyler is turning to digital technology to give candidates, for KDC and also the Northland Regional Council, the opportunity for an extra dimension in which to present to their electorate. Over the next few weeks, candidates will be

p Naylor Stopforth from Sherwood Golf Club in Whangarei was the winner of the Northern Wairoa Hotel Golf Chipping Challenge last weekend, landing her ball 2.5 metres from the pin. Sixteen finalists from Sherwood and the Northern Wairoa Golf Clubs contended for a $1,000 cash prize at the East Coast versus West Coast challenge. Each player received four balls to land as close to the pin as possible from 120 metres out. Event owner, Greg Howard, says next year he hopes to have up to 150 finalists from across the country back to Dargaville for the finals.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Attention Kaipara Commissioners.

Approaching the entrance to Harding Park, the most striking visual feature is that of the masts of the Rainbow Warrior reaching skyward.

Those masts represent a major incident in New Zealand’s external relationships with other nations yet do not rate a mention on the new signs that have been erected for visitors.

People come from far and wide to view this memorial of international sabotage, yet tourist information signage ignores its presence and places

more importance upon the location of picnic tables. Inside the museum is a magnificent display about the Rainbow Warrior and the events surrounding its destruction, and the clandestine events that followed the ship’s sinking weave a tale of intrigue befitting of an adventure novel — a story that will linger in the memories of any who see it.

The original signs denoted the location of the masts, so why has this fascinating piece of New Zealand history been ignored on the new notice boards?

Mitch Morgan, Kaipara

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“This election coverage special is designed to keep our readers fully informed in the vote for a new council, which will see the district returned to elected governance after administration by governmentappointed commissioners,” said Deb Wright, general manager of the Kaipara Lifestyler’s parent company, NorthSouth Multi Media.

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Why voting matters

Voting papers start to arrive this week and Anna Curnow standing for Kaipara District Council says many people will have already decided who they are voting for.

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“Others will be undecided or will wonder why bother; does it really matter?”, she said. “For many, local government can seem irrelevant but it affects each of our daily lives.

“Each time you walk on pavements or you drive on roads you expect council to keep them in good condition. If you live in one of our urban areas you flush toilets and turn on taps that are connected to council run services. At a meal in a cafe or restaurant, it is council that ensures the establishment is qualified to serve safe food and drink.

“If you decide to build or add on to a home, it is council who administers

regulations to ensure buildings are safe and fit-for-purpose.

“When you walk in a park or reserve or visit a library it is council that maintains the facility.

“Each year you receive a rates bill and the decisions made by the council you elect, dictate how much that bill is.

Voting is the time when every adult has the chance to influence the decisions that are made in our name.

“I feel this is probably the most important election Kaipara has ever had.

Please make sure you vote and take the time to think about who is best qualified to help achieve your ambitions. ¢

Vote

ANNA #1 Candidate for West Coast Central Ward

Seeking the mayoralty “My candidacy boils down to respect for democracy,” said independent candidate for the Kaipara District Council mayoralty, Bruce Rogan, who has served on the council previously and led the Mangawhai Residents and Ratepayers Association in a long running dispute with council over rates.

“True democracy defeats the excesses of corporate power.

The counter to the corporates is community empowerment and my commitment and integrity,” he added.

“Some people say ‘you can’t fight city hall’. I think democracy is our means of change for the better. No council should behave in a way that causes distress for ratepayers.

“A defining feature of my candidacy is reviving democracy in this community.

Democracy is the basis of our civil society. My great-grandfather Judge John Rogan, the founding judge of the Maori Land Court, who lived in Te Kopuru, passed on to me his legacy of seeking fairness for all through disputes resolution. Our family is proud of its strong historical and ongoing links to the Kaipara.

“As mayor I will transform Kaipara into a district that works for its people.

I would not have to work alone.

Thousands of Kaipara ratepayers want a better deal than they are getting.

“With the help of the government’s Crown Manager, I will do everything

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I can to lift the illegal burdens off Kaipara’s ratepayers. I served on council for three years, 2001–2004, and sounded unheeded warnings about where council was headed.

With my knowledge and experience of local government we will learn the lessons from the past, rather than simply ignoring them. We will plan for a successful affordable future.

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Vote Bruce ROGAN 1 for MAYOR of KAIPARA • Democracy for Kaipara means having an open Council.

• Together let’s make Kaipara a Council that works for its people.

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1. Keeping rates affordable 2. Responsible financial management 3. Better roads 4. Effective ongoing flood protection 5. Fit-for-purpose infrastructure 6. Planning for our changing community 7. Protecting our natural environment 8. Encouraging business to thrive

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• I would empower local communities to take control and plan their own future.

• Council will always preferentially use local suppliers and businesses.

• I will do everything I can to lift the illegal financial burdens off Kaipara’s ratepayers.

• With my knowledge and experience of local government, we will learn from the past.

• We will plan together for a successful, affordable future.

• Go to the website, click on your community and tell us what YOU want.

• This election is a choice between you being in charge, or the government.

To Contact Bruce’s team: Email:alamar1@ihug.co.nz Phone: 021 0818 0162 Website: www.brucerogan.nz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BruceRoganforMayorofKaipara/ Authorised by B. Revell, 7/39 Norcross Ave, Auckland. Thank you for your vote and your support.

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Balance and sustainability Governance experience Sarah Kennett wants to see Northland thrive economically while protecting its unique environment.

For the last 30 years Northland Regional Council candidate Mark Vincent, with his wife Cindy, have lived on their rural property in the Kaipara.

“Being a farmer I understand the need to balance the books with the need to achieve business or organisational goals while ensuring environmental sustainability,” she said. “I want to ensure we invest in infrastructure and manage and enhance our environment.

“I want to see Northland promoted as a leading destination to businesses and visitors, so we can benefit economically and socially.

“I believe council needs to involve the communities that know what works for them in its decision making. As a councillor I would look to build on and enhance established relationships between Maori and local government.

“Our Kaipara farming business aims to protect and enhance the environment and I strongly believe we need to fence off rivers and streams, while giving farmers time to do that.

“For ten years I was communications manager for Northland Police, developing proven communication skills which will support the council’s move to be more open and transparent.

“I have leadership and financial skills through being on the Northland

“I have a range of skills and experience which will make me the best person to represent the Kaipara area and to act in the best long-term interests of the Northland region,” he said.

“Firstly, I have governance experience, which includes serving two terms on the board of the Otamatea High School and currently I am a commissioner on the District Licensing Committees for both the Kaipara and Whangarei district councils.

I already have extensive local government experience both in the regulatory and policy areas.

As a result, I am familiar with the legislation that both district and regional councils operate under. The NRC has a regional plan review underway and there p Mark Vincent is the risk that it can be bent out of shape as it works its way through the harbour. There are opportunities in the formal hearings and appeals process. I future for the Kaipara area to diversify am familiar with this process and can and strengthen its economy. add value to it.

We need to build trust, to develop In my time at the KDC I also became relationships between the four involved with the Integrated Kaipara councils of Northland and other Harbour Management Group, an iwi- key stakeholders, including iwi, led grouping of stakeholders seeking central government agencies and to improve the health of the Kaipara community groups. ¢

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Police district leadership team, as president of the Northland Playcentre Association, chairperson of the Waiotira School Board of Trustees, treasurer of the board of trustees and managing accounts on the Waiotira property where my husband Chris and I have farmed for more than 20 years.

“I now want to help make Northland a superb place to live, visit and do business.”

Watch in depth candidate’s views on KLTV at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz/ Of_Interest.cfm?NewsID=10162

Vote VINCENT for NRC Make Mark Vincent the next Regional Councillor for Kaipara I am standing for the Northland Regional Council because I believe in the potential of its community outcomes, values and areas of focus.

When elected to council my priorities would include: Engagement • Increase community engagement • Build strong relationships with Maori Economy • Promote investment in Northland • Plan well for increased business and population growth Environment • Clean waterways • Preserve our natural environment Refer to my website for more detailed information

www.kennett4nrc.co.nz Sarah Kennett / Kaipara / NRC Authorised by S Kennett, 628 Bull Rd, Waiotira

I stand for: • Connected communities, where everyone has a part to play.

• Valuing and appreciating our waterways, wetlands, lakes and harbours as the cherished taonga they should be.

• Supporting farming as the region’s economic engine with a sustainable long term future.

• A diversified and more resilient economy.

• A united Northland where all the councils complement and support each other.

We have a fabulous back yard, let’s make the most of it.

If you want to talk about this, contact me by phone or email:

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A culture of consultation Adrian Bonner is standing as an independent candidate for the Otamatea Ward of the Kaipara District Council.

“I was born in Wellington in 1958, studied at Victoria University and began teaching at Sacred Heart College, Auckland in 1978. In 1987, while visiting my brothers farm, I had the opportunity to see honeybees in action and moving to Kaiwaka in 1988, I began a beekeeping business. From 1991–97 I was secretary of the Kaiwaka Residents and Ratepayers Association and was pleased to persuade the mayor, Peter Brown, to establish the 0800 help desk for the KDC. “Among many issues, this election is about the roads, water quality, sewage, the harbours, the mangroves, the elderly, the young and our future. Consultation during the 1990s until the early 2000s barely existed in Otamatea.

From this October a culture of consultation needs to be embedded in the council by accessibility, transparency and accountability. p Adrian Bonner “Otamatea roads need to be graded properly. I would like to see us “As Auckland sprawls northwards it have a grader and a professional driver would be wise to establish a ‘greenand the metal put on the middle of the belt’ similar to that which exists around road not swept aside as is the case London. Also many people would like to now. For elderly residents I would like see guidelines established as to what to see a purpose built retirement facility kind of urban and rural development in Otamatea. is best.” ¢

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Quality decisions needed Victoria del la Varis-Woodcock is married to Doug whose family have farmed around the Kaipara for generations. They have three sons at Dargaville High School.

“I am standing for the West Coast/ Central ward because I want to contribute my skills to ensure our new council succeeds,” she said.

“A worthy council should strengthen local economies, provide good public services and be financially accountable and transparent to ratepayers. It is quality decisionmaking which determines a council’s performance. I have the skills and experience to bring these qualities back to council.

“My work experience extends from governance roles in early childhood education to practical experience in the Love Kaipara programme I have developed, which aims to protect the environment and save ratepayers money. Landfill maintenance is costly. I used knowledge gained from doing a master’s degree in politics to establish the programme, which works with local and central government to educate and promote the ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ message.

My vision is to create a robust, sustainable local economy, capitalising on and protecting our natural resources. By enhancing our local food economy we could increase

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the tourism dollar — with visitors enjoying local delicacies like oysters, award-winning angus beef and purple kumara. With smart thinking in local government, economic innovation and care for the environment, our region holds huge opportunities. I will work so that young people can progress and raise their families here. I will use my passion, skills and integrity to represent Kaipara on a trustworthy council.

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Focussing on health in Northland

STANDING IN THE DARGAVILLE WARD

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With wife Jeanette have been running Wade Concrete Products in the Dargaville Township for the past 27 years.

Debbie Evans is a well-known ‘voice for the community’, a public servant in the Kaipara for more than 20 years who is armed with six years governance experience.

She is seeking re-election onto the Northland District Health Board.

Debbie’s first directorship came when she was officially appointed by the Minister of Health to serve a threeyear term on the NDHB in 2007–2010, she was then honoured to be publicly elected in 2013.

Raised in Ruawai, married to Maungakaramea dairy farmer Rex Buisman, Debbie is devoted to Northland and is focussed on making sure we have a quality public health system that services the needs of all Northlanders.

Debbie describes the role on the NDHB as challenging, rewarding and sometimes frustrating because the health dollar only stretches so far. She also says it is satisfying to be part of a group ensuring the future of Health Services in Northland.

“One of her major highlights which demonstrated the value and effectiveness of local governance was NDHB firmly choosing to retain both the food and linen contracts. Going against the ‘greater good focus’ national supply programmes, favouring a continued local supply, which has both economic and food security benefits for Northland,” said Ms Evans.

Debbie is CEO of Kaipara Community Health Trust and has significant governance training through NZ Institute of Directors. Her voluntary

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“Debbie would like to continue using her knowledge and experience serving Northland on the Health Board. Her mission is to ensure locals have access to the best health care as close to home as possible. Voting Debbie Evans number one is a sound investment.” ¢

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Saturday’s break in the weather provided the perfect conditions for a test drive of some of the world’s top automotive metal in Dargaville, as Ford’s annual roadshow event rolled into town, raising money for the Northern Wairoa Football Club while showcasing cutting edge automotive design.

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While the sporty, silver Ford Mustang in its sixth generation was a showstopper, even the stylish droptop couldn’t steal the spotlight for too long. Not with a whole compendium of fresh steel on display from the Blue Oval automaker, including the best selling Ranger ute, Everest sports utility and various iterations of the popular Focus and Fiesta models.

The ST badge was well represented, with a peppy Fiesta ST proving why this small car has won so many accolades.

The bright yellow Focus ST could hardly be missed either, and although this potent pair were a drawcard for test drivers, the full Ford range received equal attention, as Dargaville folk flocked to take a closer look at what may very well be the strongest lineup from Ford in living memory.

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in a single day. This landmark event — now a firm fixture on the Ford calendar — has cemented the town’s reputation as a stronghold of auto appreciation and big-hearted community spirit. ¢

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1/194 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads Ph 09 431 5270 | 021 655 481 www.zeroturnmowers.co.nz www.grasshoppermowers.com

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AUTO

Serious mowers take the field

Following tracks of a legend Joel Hilliam and the team he works beside at Newman Engineering are used to solving problems with metal, intelligence and hard work.

u by Andy Bryenton

That’s exactly the spirit which propelled famous Kiwi racer Burt Munro to glory with the ‘world’s fastest Indian’ — and now Joel is following in Burt’s tracks, taking to the beach on this fire-breathing super modified GSXR. Hitting speeds over 200kph on sand is no trifling matter, but the Dargaville racer overcame technical gremlins to boost through the pack at his first big race. The plan now — fettle and tune his monster machine with the help of the Newman Engineering ‘brains trust’, ready to unleash even more horsepower in next year’s season.

Beach racing has a long history in New Zealand, and fans of Mr Munro’s exploits will recall his epic runs on bikes like his famous Indian Scout as well as a series of Ariel Square Fours. Modern beach racers fall into two camps — those who favour beefed-up dirt bikes by the likes of KTM and Yamaha, and those who modify powerful street bikes with custom wheels, extended swingarms

People moving north from the big city will find a great lifestyle here in the Kaipara. But if those thinking of joining us in the sunny north were to ask for one piece of advice from locals, it would likely be about tackling our big rural lawns.

Just as a little chainsaw fit for cutting kindling is outmoded by the tasks involved on a farm, so too is a push mower the wrong tool for taming a lifestyle block or rural homestead.

As they say, if you’re going to trade up, trade up once and comprehensively.

That’s why it’s a good idea to take a look at a Grasshopper zero turn mower if your back yard is more paddock than patio. The design philosophy of the Grasshopper company is similar to that of the creators of the original Jeep — keep it easy to use, easy to maintain and reliable as a Swiss watch.

Ease of access to all those serviceable parts is half of the engineering here, and the other half is sheer rugged toughness, with a rigid frame and double layered cutting deck made of high grade steel and coated in extra hard chipresistant paint. Grasshopper mowers were early developers of the zero-turn design, and today they offer two variants to the Kiwi market — both a MidMount and FrontMount deck options in side or

rear discharge. The MidMount mower is more compact and deploys the cutting deck directly under the operator, while the FrontMount model is drive shaft powered with the deck placed in front of the machine.

This allows trimming under overhanging foliage as well as the ability to tilt up for easy cleaning and maintenance. If you have a large lawn to deal with, and the thought of pushing a tiny single-blade mower is painful to contemplate, consider the ‘Cadillac of lawn care’ before you buy. ¢

WINNER!

and more to grip the sand and provide stability. Joel’s machine falls firmly in the second category, and began its life as an 1100cc ‘street fighter’. Careful testing and many practise runs (at safer than race speed) have led to an evolved shape, rider position and control layout, making this a perfect weapon for top velocity on sand. ¢

WE SOLVE ENGINEERING PROBLEMS

Bespoke Design, Fabrication, Repairs & Maintence & Innovation!

Our team stood behind Joel Hilliam in his 2016 beach racing campaign.

Newman Engineering thinks outside the box - just like legendary kiwi racer Burt Munro.

Let us put our creativity and know-how at your service.

Newman Engineering Ltd

Kaige, Dad and Lihree Harding receive $300

worth of grocery vouchers from Carter’s Tyres

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Get your tyres from us this September* & you could be next! * Conditions apply.

Enquire in store for details.

CARTER’S Tyres DARGAVILLE 32-34 Normanby St, Dargaville Ph: 09 439 3060

SPRING IS HERE!

Ph 09 439 5065 Dargaville www.newmanengineering.co.nz

Even more chances to win when you book your WOF with us!

NO APPOINTMENT REQUIRED! One winner drawn from August 2016 customers

Time to spruce up your car, van or ute with us!

SEE INSTORE FOR SPRING SERVICING SPECIALS! See us first for all those seasonal tasks... ☑ Wipers, Blades, Light, Batteries ☑ Repairs ☑ WOF Authorised

Mon – Fri: 7.30 – 5.30 Sat: 9.00 – 1.00

p Joel’s GSXR super modified bike prepares to hit the sand

Cnr Parore & Normanby Streets, Dargaville

BOOK NOW! PHONE: 09 439 6377

Car $40  Tandem Trailer $30   Simple Trailer $25  Motorcycle

Be in to win!

We draw one hamper per month for a lucky WOF customer. If we issue 150 WOFs in a month, we draw two, 200 we draw three!

$30

WINNER OF AUGUST HAMPERS: KEITH MORGAN & BRUCE MCRAE

Gold Card Members $5 off all WOF’s

D Dargaville DS Diesel Specialists

BEACH ROAD, DARGAVILLE

Mobile: 027 522 0567 | Phone: 09 439 6586 | A/H: 09 439 6506

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Kauri Coast Highway

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New cafe at the junction u by Ann Morgan

David and Melanie Jordan are the owners of the new T Junction Cafe on the corner of State Highway 1 and State Highway 12 where the Swinging Cow cafe used to be.

Originally from the United Kingdom and with many years’ experience in the hospitality industry, the couple owned a bar in Auckland but wanted to get away from the fast paced life.

“We have friends in Ruakaka and we went to visit them, saw this building and decided to take a chance. We leased it from the owners and set about starting our new venture,” said David. “We always thought it was a fantastic spot.

There was a lot of work to do to get it ready but it is all worth it.”

The cafe officially opened on Sunday September 4 and has been busy ever since. All food is made on-site except the pies which come from Real Town Pies in Maungaturoto and the custard slice.

Breakfast fare and burgers, hot meals including braised lamb shanks and oxtails, to cabinet food with sandwiches, salad and rolls along with a great p David and Melanie Jordan — owners of the T Junction Cafe on the corner of State Highways 1 and 12

OPEN NOW! P & BREW O SH PAPAROA Antiques,

Gifts & Home Brew Supplies

Your one stop shop for hot coffee, delicious food and a warm welcome.

No matter where you’re travelling, stop in and enjoy a break today!

Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 4pm Sunday 11am – 3pm

1994 Paparoa Valley Road Ph 09 431 6547 Gift vouchers and layby available.

09 946 9806 Corner State Highway 12, State Highway 1, Maungaturoto.

• TOOLS • HARDWARE • CLOTHING • BOOKS • TOYS • LINEN • KITCHENWARE • PLANTS • FURNITURE • TAKEAWAY BICA COFFEE • LOCAL CRAFT & PRODUCE • GIFTS ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES • AND MUCH MORE...

09 431 8440

range of cakes, slices and muffins are presented beautifully.

“Altura’s altitude blend is our coffee of choice made by experienced baristas and we have the option of soy milk available and the best blended hot chocolate drink, it is like no other, you can eat it with a spoon,” said David.

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

EVERYTHING HERE AT YOUR CONVENIENCE OPEN 7 DAYS Monday-Saturday 7am-6pm Sunday 9am-5pm

DELICIOUS LOCALLY ROASTED TAKEAWAY COFFEE NOW AVAILABLE.

Ph/Fax 09 431 7320 cnr Franklin Rd and State Highway 12

“We love it here and are very excited.

The locals are embracing the cafe and it is nice to have their support.

We also have people from the other side of the Brynderwyns come and meet their friends here as it is a good meeting point. “ We greet our customers with a smile and thank them as they leave.” ¢

FRESH NEW TASTES IN STORE NOW!

Hot pies, hearty breakfasts, sandwiches, cakes, slices & treats baked fresh.

Locally roasted, award winning coffee.

Café De Mairis 142 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

09 431 9004

COFFEE CARDS FOR REGULARS...

BUY 9 GET THE 10TH FREE

OPEN: MON - SAT, 9AM-5PM

30 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

R P DICKENS CARTAGE

SUPPLYING HOUSEHOLD WATER ALSO AVAILABLE: 8 TONNE DIGGER & GRADER AND TIP TRUCKS FOR GENERAL CARTAGE

ENJOY A HAPPY QUIET LIFE

with all the care you deserve Families are welcome to view the modern 16 bed Maungaturoto Rest Home. This home is administered by a Trust Board which offers loved ones 24 hour care.

Activities programmes are organised weekly but there is no compulsion to join in if residents prefer their independence.

We’re proud to supply the Kaipara heartland with New Zealand’s most trusted name in groceries

PHONE ROBIN 027 478 4838

GAS Maungaturoto

Your friendly local Four Square

How convenient

Service Station and Workshop LPG, 24hr Towing • Ph: 09 431 8174

Tow Truck: 021 659 379

EST 1994

For more info or an appointment to view give Tracy (Manager) a call

Ph 09 431 8696, Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

Open from: 7am to 7pm Monday — Friday 8am to 7pm Saturday

RUAWAI FOUR SQUARE FREYBERG RD, RUAWAI PH 09 439 2011

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER September 13 - 2016

WHAT’S ON?

Foster Jenkins (Meryl Streep) 7.30pm PG $10.00. Sept 25 Angry birds Matinee 2.00pm $ 5.00

Wellsford

Email info@thelifestyler.co.nz with your event information or call 0800 466 793

Dargaville

Northern Wairoa Country Music Club held 1st Sunday of each month at the Scout Hall Onslow St. 12.30 till 4pm.

Enquiries ph. Bruce 4395513 Northland Roller Mills Rugby squad will be playing Auckland East at Farmlands Rugby Park in Dargaville on Sunday September 11 with kick off at 12pm.

Manics United Returns. Presale tickets available from Ray White Dargaville.

Saturday September 24 from 5pm.

Arapohue School Reunion — Celebrating 140 years on Labour Weekend, October 21–23. Visit us on Facebook or email arapohueschoolreunion2016@gmail.com or phone any queries to Raewyn Robinson 439 2512 or Raewyn Clarkin 439 4903 Arapohue Bowling Club — Business House Bowls. Teams of 4, with 3 non bowlers limited entry. Every Wednesday evening in November. Phone Sue Rokstad 439 0700 or 021 100 7817.

Northern Wairoa soccer club fundraiser on sat September 10 from 9am at farmlands park test drive a ford car in support of our club.

Central Day — Northern Wairoa boys and girls agriculture day to be on the 2nd Nov 2016 at the Farmlands Park, Dargaville. Contact Megan Browning 09 439 4457 Make a Friend Playgroup. 0–5 years Thursdays 9.30–12pm. Methodist Church Hall, gold coin donation. Phone Ange 439 1304.

Mental Health & Addiction Consumer Network. Mondays CMA rooms, 43 Tirarau Street, Dargaville. Gold coin lunch and workshop from 10–4pm. Contact Graham Johnson Arataki Ministries. Phone or text 021 717 181 or 09 439 1685.

NZ 60s Up Movement Dargaville Social

Meetings held at the Dargaville Rugby Clubrooms on the first Tuesday of the month contact President Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560.

Blokart sailing Regular social sailing at Glinks, Baylys and Ruakaka beaches.

Contact Greg Schultz, 09 431 6863 or itzgreg@xtra.co.nz Dargaville Ukulele Group Newly formed group of a dozen Fun Strummers. New members are welcome either expert or beginners ok. Phone Mick 027 4792 126 or 09 439 7870 for more details.

Wednesday Crafts 10am till 12.30pm in old CMA building, Tirarau Street, All welcome. Varied crafts and warm friendship. Lunch, morning tea and transport provided if necessary. $5 entry fee. Phone Lilian 439 7799 or Cynthia 439 5895 for more details.

Acoustic Music Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00– 9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

Girls Brigade For girls 5–15 yrs.

Thursdays 3.30pm–5pm at the Baptist Church, Victoria St, Dargaville. Phone Pauline 021 263 7556 or 09 439 7507.

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

Dargaville Day Badminton every Thursday 10–12 noon. For any enquiries call Anneke 027 334 5515 or Lynley 09 439 8160.

Kaiwaka

Kaiwaka community movies. Sept 9 Fathers and daughters (Russel Crowe) 7.30pm M $10.00. Sept 23 Florence

Wellsford Country Music Club 2nd Sunday of the month Phone John for further info 09 425 4041.

Mangawhai

Annual General Meeting of the New Zealand Fairy Tern Charitable Trust Date: Sunday, 18th September, 2016 at 2 pm.

Venue: Senior Citizens’ Hall, Fagan Place , Mangawhai Heads.

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

Mangawhai Indoor Bowls Club at the Senior Citizen’s Hall Fagan Place every Monday 7.15pm ($3.00 includes refreshments) contact Terry 09 431 3254.

Markets

Community Flea Market First Saturday of the month, Community Hall. $5 per table — book now 09 439 7243.

Dargaville Riverside Market corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays 12.00pm–4.00pm Kaiwaka Markets every Friday, 10am– 3pm. Kaiwaka War Memorial. David 021 210 3756.

Maungaturoto Markets are on first Friday of the month, 3:30pm–6:30pm.

For information phone Terri on 09 431 8599 or 021 022 20218 or email maungaturotomarkets@gmail.com.

Paparoa Farmer’s market every Saturday 9am–12noon on the village green Paparoa.

Mangawhai Village Market is on every Saturday by the Village Hall, 9.00am1.00pm. Contact Marita for details 021 598 917.

Tangiteroria Tavern Car Boot Sale Gala, market day, 1st Sunday, $5 per car boot or stall. Sheryl on 09 433 2802.

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

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SPORTS RESULTS Bridge

Dargaville Bridge Club Thursday.

Brennon Vase Mini Tournament Nett 1st J Yakas and J Smith 59.45%,2nd P Ball and P Rope 58.56%,3rd L Cunliffe and G Morse 56.56%, 4thN &M Hearn 56.42%.Handicap 1st J Puharich and L Adams 61.11%, 2nd H Nielsen and T Batchelder 57.13%, 3rd B Jones and A Radonich 54.92%, 4th V Nisbet and S Jensen 51.81%.

Wednesday Spring Pairs Nett P Simpkin and Pam Brown 64.58%, 2nd L Cunliffe and G Morse 57.92%, 3rd N Hearn and S Liddell 55.83%, 4th J Puharich and V Nisbet 55.83%. Handicap 1st P Simpkin and Pam Brown, 2nd N Hearn and S Liddell, 3rd L Cunliffe and G Morse and 4th Paul Brown & P Rope.

Indoor Bowls

Parish Indoor Bowling Club. Club Night 5th September. 1st Warren Younger & Rex Nielsen. 2nd Mariane Harvey & Bev Fryer. 3rd Norm Clark & Betty Mason.

Good Sports Owen Brown & Eugene Morgan-Coake.

Lawn Bowls

Dargaville Bowling Club. Saturday 10th September, Todd Memorial Mixed Triples, Opening Day was held in conjunction with this event which drew a full green of players from around the district. After four rounds were completed with no problems, only one team, Kevin West, John Nissen, Barbara Bell, turned in a perfect card of 4 wins. 2nd, Murray Liddell, Viv Biddles, George Miller. 3rd, Allan McKinnon, Steve Curac, Don Munn. Thanks to the family of the late Bill for the continued sponsorship of this day.

Kaipara Service Directory ATJ

SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE

• Rollers 1.5 - 13 tonne • Diggers 1-20 tonne • Site dumpers 1-10 tonne • Loaders, Trailers, Plate Compactors etc

Call the team at ATJ for your hire needs

Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 0493 4 Morrosion Drive, Warkworth

C&C Contract Electrical DARGAVILLE Craig Burrell • Registered Electrician

Phone Craig 021 534 882 • Bookings 021 440 634

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WE’VE MOVED!!

ty ce per nan Proainte air M Rep &

• Kitchen/Bathroom Fit Outs • Water Blasting & Chem Washes • Decks • Rental Repairs • Section Cleanups • Fences & Repairs • Concreting • Rubbish Removal • Hedge Trimming • House Renovations • Plus Much More

Andrew Turner

027 455 7750 / 09 439 8628 ats.maintenance@hotmail.com

MAKE YOUR BOOKING TODAY! Come in and talk with our experienced stylists so we can customise and create your new look.

fibre. h a i r l i mi te d

09 439 7432 26 victoria street dargaville 0391

FENCING SPECIALISTS Tim & Sharlene Lord • Carpets & Upholstery • Interior and Exterior Home Cleaning e-mail - kaiparacleaningco@farmside.co.nz Facebook - www.facebook.com/kaiparacleaningco

Phone 021 114 6729 www.kaiparacleaningco.co.nz

Servicing Dargaville to Mangawhai

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

• Post & Batten • Post & Rail • Netting • Entrances • Stock Yards

Call Chris Hickey on 027 561 1719 fencingspecialists.nz@gmail.com

• Manufacturers of Fairview Aluminium • Security Doors & Flyscreens • Glass Balustrades

• Auto Glass for ALL Insurance Companies • Supply & Cutting of Glass • Garador: Your Garage Door Specialists

37 BEACH ROAD, DARGAVILLE • PO BOX 264, DARGAVILLE

Phone: 09 439 8210

sales@aztecaluminium.co.nz

Hart Funerals Bruce Young & Jessica Pople cnr victoria & gladstone street dargaville Po BoX 306 Phone 09 439 8048

Kaipara Flooring Co. Independently Owned & Operated 32 Hurndall Street East Maungaturoto Full Supply & Installation Service Carpet, Vinyl, Vinyl Planking, Wood Laminate Flooring, Stockist of 2m & 3m wide vinyl and Carpet Short Ends Residential & Commercial

Top Quality Installation Service For a free measure & quote ph Christine (09) 946 9886 or 021 515 415 www.kaiparaflooring.co.nz email: kaiparaflooring@gmail.com

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Kaipara Service Directory

MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are the septic tank cleaning specialists in your district.

Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

Factory Outlet Store

Les Sweeney Builders

OPEN FROM: 8AM-4:30PM Mon-Fri Address: 1969 Main Road, Kaiwaka 0800 524 9252

• New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions

Present this in store for 10% off purchase

Les Ph: 0274 972 929 A/H: 09 439 7524

.

Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning Septic & Sewerage Treatment Systems

Don’t let your septic tank become costly - service it now!

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

HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED

GLOBAL PUMP SOLUTIONS

COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

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

GLOBAL PUMP SOLUTIONS

Professional Tattooing, Airbrushing & Body Piercing Studio

CERTUS Financial Group Stuart Sterling QFE Adviser

FAST GLASS SERVICE

sacred art

For all your glass and glazing needs.

• Competitive rates • Mobile EFTPOS • Free mileage Dargaville to Ruawai

Phone Kyle | 09 439 2979 or 021 137 6353

Private Studio, Maungaturoto. Phone 021 165 0608

Tu Christey Massage Therapist

Acupuncturist, Monday’s 9am- 5pm

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

CLASSIFIEDS

Osteopath, Tues-Weds 8.30am- 5pm Thurs 12pm – 5pm 42 Normanby Street, Dargaville (Old post office building)

Mobile: Phone: Fax: Res: Email:

021 985 108 09 439 8651 09 439 6500 09 439 7425 stuart_sterling@amp.co.nz Representing

Poto St PO Box 300 Dargaville New Zealand

and other leading companies

ARCHITECTURAL BUILDING PLANS AND DESIGNS WRIGHT DESIGN

QUALIFIED ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNERS NZCAD, L.B.P. 117345

50 years experience All designs/plans council guaranteed FREE site/house visit • Plan printing available from A4 to A0

09 438 3144 www.wtp.co.nz

360 Oneriri Road, Kaiwaka 0573 mobile 021 276 7389 email brianwright@clear.net.nz

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 20 September 2016 edition is Monday 19 September 2016

For Sale

For Sale

Tree Services

Firewood for Sale

12V TWIN Air Horns. Special price of $34.99. Inder’s Auto One 09 439 8219.

HUTCH DRESSER. Cupboard at bottom, top cupboards have glass doors and shelves, perfect condition $280 ono. Phone 09 439 7657.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding.

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

DRY FIREWOOD for sale $75+gst/mtr. 2mtr minimum.

Pine/Macrocarpa mix. Free delivery Ruawai, Paparoa and Maungaturoto areas. WINZ registered, quotes available. Call Glenn 021 983 734 for your order.

BARSTOOLS X4 solid wood (new still in box unassembled) 725H $20 each or $75 the lot. Phone 09 439 7657.

BEDSIDE CABINETS x2 with drawer, new, $150 for two. Phone 09 439 7657.

MITSUBISHI GALANT 2.4L V6 2004, auto, silver.

Immaculate inside and out, leather interior, very low ks 73,000. WOF until March 2017 $7,600 ono. Phone or text 021 0267 5650 or 09 439 5656 after 5pm.

BEDSIDE LAMPS x2, new, black/cream, $45 for two.

Phone 09 439 7657.

WOOL, JIGSAW puzzles, new carpet square, 39 Ranfurly Street, Dargaville. Phone 09 439 7365.

BLUMURDA TRUCK wash, ideal for motorhomes.

Spray on, rise off. 2.5 litres - Now only $19.99 save $9.00. Inder’s Auto One 09 439 8219.

Elections

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

COFFEE TABLE $15 phone 09 439 7657.

DISC BRAKE Pads. For car and light commercial vehicles. Large selection in stock. Inder’s Auto One 09 439 8219.

EXECUTIVE OFFICE Desk, lamp attached, 3 drawer on castors $100 ono. Phone 09 439 7657.

EXERCYCLE AS new $50 Phone 09 439 7657.

FREEZER WESTINGHOUSE upright, perfect condition $300 ono. Phone 09 439 7657.

FRIDGE FREEZER & Oven in excellent condition, lounge suite, oak china cabinet, vanity, ringer washing machine, table & chairs and small cot. Phone Deb 021 550 790.

HONDA ACCORD, 1997, REGO & WOF, 178,000kms, good condition. $3000, phone 09 439 0125.

MEET THE Candidates. 20th September 2016, 7–9pm, Dargaville Club, 53 Victoria Street, Dargaville.

Free and all welcome.

Nurseries & Plants BE QUICK planting time is nearly over. Babylon Coast Gardens is a wholesale nursery specialising in native and coastal hardy plants. We currently have revegetation, effluent field and hedging plants priced to clear. The Nursery is situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville and is open on Saturday’s 10am to 4pm or at other times by appointment. Delivery service available. Ph 09 439 4223 or email info@ babyloncoastgardens.co.nz TOMATO PLANTS, well grown, over 20 varieties available from $2.70ea. Also look for our SUPER six pack for $10. All the Spring Vege & Flower seedlings now available. NOW OPEN 7 days from 9am–5pm until Xmas. Eftpos available at The Ruawai Corner Place Garden Centre. Ph 09 439 2115.

Lost

Garage Sale

2YR OLD neutered cat missing for 6 weeks, Heawa Road, Aratapu area. Black with white chest markings.

Great hunter, very friendly. Phone 021 297 0369.

LOOKING FOR Treasure? Come to my sale at Tirarau Street, Dargaville, Saturday 17 September. 9am start.

Livestock

Livestock

MATAKOHE CATTLE SALE Friday 16th Sept–12 noon

DARGAVILLE SALE Thursday 15th September 2016 12.30pm start

Comprising: 50 VIC Aut Calving Cows - 6 WF Hfrs w calves at foot 30 2Yr Steers – 20 2Yr Hfrs 15 1Yr Steers – 15 1Yr Hfrs 20 Frs Wnr Bulls – 25 WF Wnr Hfrs 40 18mth Frs Bulls

Shane Wintle 027 666 6243

15 2yr W/F & X/B Strs 40 2yr W/F, Here X MT Hfrs 30 15m W/F, Here X Strs 30 15m W/F, Here X Hfrs 40 Aut Born Ang, Ang X Strs 10 Wnr Bulls 20 Aut Born Ang, Ang X Hfrs

Donald Mckenzie 021 754 174

For further enquiries contact

Phone Alan Swindlehurst 027 493 2844

PGG WRIGHTSON LTD

Steve Harsant 0274 979-892 Chris Fife 0274 951-552

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER September 13 - 2016

CLASSIFIEDS HOSPICE KAIPARA Quilt Raffle winner – Maureen Sudlow. With thanks to the Dargaville Quilters for the donation of the quilt.

To Rent THREE BEDROOM house Te Kopuru, no pets, no smoking, drug-free property. Lawn mowing and fortnightly house clean included. $255 per week and four weeks bond required. Phone Jess 027 481 0515.

Wanted GLASS FRONT free standing fireplace that is safe and still in good working condition. Please phone 021 297 5474 evenings.

WANTED EXCAVATORS 2 ton to 10 ton at cheap prices, average to poor condition. Phone William 021 230 6329.

WANTED OLD red bricks, fire bricks, demolition bricks.

Phone 022 120 2264.

WANTED SHORT term finance 1-2 years, $40,000 max needed will consider $10,000 lots. Please phone asap 021 297 0369 evenings.

Work Wanted COLOURPLUS PAINTING Services John Buck, Professional Tradesman. Quality work at reasonable prices. Airless spraying, painting/paper hanging, commercial & domestic. Phone 021 433 210 or bucksnz@gmail.com.

COMPUTER TRAINER, problem solver, troubleshooter.

All devices, home and business. Dave 022 624 3696 or txt for a callback.

HOME HANDYMAN, repairs, maintenance, property care. Phone Dave 022 624 3696 or text for a call back.

SANDY PAWZ dog grooming – wash/blow, dry/clip & nails. For all your pet grooming services call Lacey 021 248 1555.

SCALA PENETROMETER TESTING LTD. For your council report requirements. Please contact shane@sptesting.co.nz 021 882 081.

Pinaki Sand & Clean Fill 09 439 1505 027 614 6309

Septic Tank Services

Memoriam

CLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service.

Priced from $350. Wellsford to Ruawai. Contact Macjimray 09 423 7014 or visit www.macjimray. co.nz. Code Compliant.

John Edward Brown

Situations Vacant

Kaipara Abuse Prevention Inc Kaiwhakatere (navigator) Do you enjoy and have skills working with whanau?

Good working knowledge of tikanga and te reo.

Part Time/Short Term Contract Phone (09) 439 7009 email: kap_inc@vodafone.co.nz for JD and employment pack. Applications close 16th September 2016

Situations Vacant THE

KAURI MUSEUM

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. 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.

Real New Zealand Heritage

Visitor Host and Front of House The Kauri Museum at Matakohe is one of New Zealand’s premiere theme Museums. As we approach our summer season we are seeking to appoint Part time Visitor Hosts on a 6 month fixed term contract. Rostered hours to cover 7 days per week Monday to Sunday inclusive working a minimum of 24 hours per week.

The Visitor Host is responsible for warmly welcoming visitors and providing personalised information and guidance, resulting in a highly positive, memorable experience of the Museum.

On a daily basis, the Visitor Host will process visitor admissions, conduct gallery introductions for booked groups and provide guided tours at scheduled intervals.

They will also be tasked with providing information desk services for the Kaipara and greater Northland region.

While working from the information desk or conducting a tour, Visitor Hosts are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of visitors, staff and collections.

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate:

• Interest in regional knowledge and history • Computer literacy • Be comfortable working independently or as part of a team • Be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, holidays and/or weekends.

Applications close: Friday 28 September 2016 at 5pm.

For a full position description, contact our Human Resources team by email: admin@kaurimuseum.com or phone 09 431 7417.

A MISTAKE. Definitely not. God planned on you being here long ago. He has a good plan for your life.

COME ALONG to Te Kopuru to meet the Candidates at Te Kopuru Hall on 18 September at 2pm.

KAIPARA VINTAGE Machinery Club AGM Thursday 22nd September 7.30pm. Auditorium KBM Clubrooms.

All welcome, M.Ross Sec. MEET THE Candidates. 20th September 2016, 7–9pm, Dargaville Club, 53 Victoria Street, Dargaville.

Free and all welcome.

TOOT TOOT what a hoot, riding the rail carts. Phone John now 021 238 7869.

Northern Wairoa Cricket Club

AGM

Tuesday 20th September 2016 at 5.30pm.

Held in the Cricket Clubrooms at Dargaville High School.

MEET THE CANDIDATES 20th September 2016, 7–9pm Dargaville Club, 53 Victoria Street, Dargaville.

FREE and all welcome

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.

LAWN MOWING available. Good rates. Phone 021 204 2619.

OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $408.25 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. $250.00 for up to 25,000 litre tank. Also full pump out, scrub and leaks fixed.

Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

The memories we share will sustain us until we meet again.

Love Fay and family.

Public Notices

CHILDREN’S FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PAINTING WORKSHOPS (8 to 12 years old) Thursday 29th September and Thursday 6th October, 2016.

10am - 2pm including lunch time.

Dargaville Community Art Centre, Hokianga Rd, Dargaville Contact Pat 021 439 698 or Robyn 09 439 6959 Both workshops will be the same but with different options within the class. ie palm tree, rooster, sunset beach landscape, daytime Tokatoka landscape, flowers in vase etc. Children coming to both classes will be able to choose a different subject each time.

Starts 10am - 11.30 - Tutor will talk about colour and tools. Learn to use the 3 primary colours in acrylics to create most of what is needed, learn mark-making with unusual tools other than brushes, spend the morning playing using techniques learned to create your own idea on paper able to be framed later. (Tutor will give you ideas to use).

LUNCH 11.30 - 12.15 Afternoon: Painting on a ready to hang canvas choosing subjects from above.

Please wear old clothes and bring lunch and a drink.

Toilet facilities available. Sponsored by Dargaville Arts Association and NZ Creative Communities.

Arts

Property Maintenance AAA+ ALL Class Glass requirements. See the Glass Dr to fix your pane. Competitive Quotes - Clean Cut Rates. $50 fitting fee + materials or $40 for Gold Card Holders when you mention this ad. Phone the Glass Dr — Ray on 027 477 3751.

Its been four years since you passed but we still miss your laugh and your generous nature.

Public Notices ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle.

Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

• Exceptional customer service • Strong communication skills

17 March 1923–12 September 2012

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Raffle Results

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 20 September 2016 edition is Monday 19 September 2016

Arts

Muddy Waters Gallery

09 439 6933

43 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville

Come Listen, Question and Greet, the Candidates for

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Security UNITED SECURITY Northland. For quality alarms/ cameras installed, repaired & upgraded. Local monitoring & messaging service. 100% Northland owner business since 1979. 0800 222 464. sales@unitedsecurity.co.nz

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Dargaville Arts Association Inc

AGM

Kaipara District Mayoralty as well as Dargaville and West Coast Central Wards at

11am, Sunday 18th September 2016.

Dargaville Methodist Church

Lifestyler House, 107 River Road, Dargaville.

Friday 16th September

All welcome

Chairman Richard Alspach

Bring a plate for a shared lunch.

Hosted by Kaipara Grey Power

1.00pm

Dargaville Bobcat Services WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA Situations Vacant

BUILDING WORKERS NEEDED

2IC, CARPENTER, LABOURER required to join our small local building/renovations team. (We are NOT a housing company) We generally work within the Warkworth area through to Langs Beach districts.

1 Fully qualified 2IC. LBP preferred.

1 Fully qualified carpenter.

(Both positions must have own tools and own vehicle.)

1 Labourer. (Must have own vehicle.)

Must be able to turn up on time ready to do a full days work. Honesty and reliability a must.

Good remuneration for the right people.

If you are interested, please contact Ryan Elliott.

Ph: 021 775 193 Email: renoandbuild@gmail.com

100 IT’S NOT A TARGET

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

Listen to Big River FM 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK Community Flavour and Variety

BIG BIG RIVER RIVER FM FM DARGAVILLE 98.6FM & RUAWAI 88.2FM

Peter Helping the community in so many ways

09 439 3003

sales@bigriverfm.co.nz

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September 13 - 2016 KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

42 Normanby Street, Dargaville

$495,000 + GST If any

Entrepreneur Wanted

This building is considered a local landmark. High visibility from this busy main road, with high volumes of tourists passing by in peak season, an ideal location for further development potential. Fondly referred to as “The Old Post Office” this was the original site for the Dargaville Post Office, Category “A”. It still has many of the original features including, Red Mail Boxes, Post Masters Office and the Clock Tower, has been painted on the exterior in heritage colours, you will need to bring your paint brush as the interior needs work. This property also includes the adjacent building occupied by the Salvation Army all in one title Area of the land 809m2, GV $420,000.00 currently tenanted. Viewing by appointment only.

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 jean.johnson@raywhite.com rwdargaville.co.nz | 09 439 7575

DargavilleFord’s

TOP VEHICLES THIS WEEK Visit our dealership for even more quality new & used cars & light commercials

90 Parore West Road, Dargaville

$495,000

Just on the Outskirts of Town One of a kind, large 3 or 4 bedroom family home. Modern well appointed kitchen, large laundry with lots of cupboard space, excellent indoor/outdoor flow great for the summer BBQ. Newish carpet, separate lounge with gas fire, you will be impressed plus 1.089 Ha.

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Ray White Dargaville

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 jean.johnson@raywhite.com rwdargaville.co.nz | 09 439 7575

FORD TRANSIT 120 SWB 1999

Showing her age in places but running like new • 304,758km • 2500cc Diesel engine • 5 Spd Manual

$5,490

NEW FORD MONDEO TREND 5DR DIESEL • 50km • 1997cc Diesel engine • 6 Spd Auto Was $50,790

Now $43,217

FORD FOCUS ZETEC 2003

FORD RANGER XLT DC W/S

Now $58,517

$8,990

$73,769

FORD RANGER TD XLT DC W/S 2013 2WD tough enough to tow more then any Toyota • 42,657km • 3199cc Diesel engine • 6 Spd Manual

HOLDEN COLORADO 7 LTZ 2014

FORD TERRITORY TITANIUM 2012

$38,490

$35,490

NEW FORD TERRITORY TS DIESEL DEMONSTRATOR DISCOUNT • 50km • 2720cc Diesel engine • 6 Spd Auto Was $64,990

$32,990

SUZUKI GRAND VITARA VJLX 1.6 3DR 2006

Excellent local owner & service history • 69,100km • 1988cc Petrol engine • Auto

Cheapest in the country with these km’s • 47,702km • 2776cc Diesel engine • 6 Spd Auto

Plus many more now available • See our full range online!

54 Normanby Street, DARGAVILLE P 09 439 7315 F 09 439 5961 dargavilleford.co.nz

Cute, neat & very tidy. Just been serviced & WOF

• 126,284km • Petrol engine • 5 Spd Manual

$12,990

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Lindsay A/H 09 439 7152 or 027 499 1516 Anthony A/H 09 432 8968 or 027 439 7015 Brenden Nathan A/H 09 439 6840 or 021 331 799

Westcoast edition demo • 2,000km • 3198cc Diesel engine • 6 Spd Auto

Bought & serviced from new, fully history • 106,100km • 2720cc Diesel engine • 6 Spd Auto