Kaipara Lifestyler, September 15th, 2020

September 15 2020

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Centre to provide addiction services u by Paul Campbell

Dargaville’s new drop-in centre providing Kaipara with comprehensive addiction services will be opened next week by Northland MPs Kelvin Davis and Willow-Jean Prime, following funding from the Provincial Growth Fund for its establishment.

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The centre will be fully operational from Tuesday, September 22 by Whakamana Tangata (a peer lead recovery network) in association with Nga Manga Puriri (regional addiction services). It will be running group programmes, counselling, advocacy and marae-based stays for individuals and whanau affected by methamphetamine and other drugs.

Lead facilitators for Whakamana Tangata, Helena McGee and Anissa Naysmith together with Nga Manga Puriri manager, Wini Frood, say they are pleased to see kaupapa peer-led recovery services being funded.

“This has been a key gap in the suite of support services available to individuals and whanau,” said Ms Frood.

Anissa Naysmith and Helena McGee, who will operate the centre have a passion for recovery and giving others hope that change is possible. “The example of peers providing support is a key intervention in a system that is difficult for many to navigate,” Anissa says. “I am pleased to have peer recovery roles recognised, and funding from PGF gives a clear message of how important kaupapa peer support in association with clinical support is for change.”

Helena McGee says her counselling is borne of experience and she started

p Staffing the new Dargaville drug drop-in centre will be (l/r) peer facilitators Annissa Naysmith, Helena McGee with volunteer Mia Te Rore

her journey to be “clean and sober“ in 2018.

“I continued to have visions that I wasn’t going to be compromised. For a year and a half, we had no funding and didn’t let that stop us.

“In my first year of recovery, I had to stay away from my old associates, especially my home town of Dargaville.

Whakamana tangata empowered me, and I was able to restore my mana. I have moved home, and now my goal is to connect with all my old associates

all around New Zealand, especially Dargaville, planting the seed of hope, being a role model and running a kaupapa that works.

“We have never had this in Dargaville.

We are here to provide continuous support, not once a week, 8pm to 5pm, showing a new way of living instead of just surviving.

“No waitlists and no criteria. I know what works, and it’s working. I envisioned a drop-in because boredom is the root of all evil when trying to be clean.” ¢

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p Tinopai School students received brand new, fleece-lined, waterproof jackets from the KidsCan charity recently. “The children are warm and dry all-year-round with jackets, socks and shoes when, and if they are needed thanks to KidsCan,” says interim principal Lynnette Haddow. “We are extremely grateful for KidsCan support throughout the past six years. It offers a hand up, not a handout, to tamariki and whanau nationwide. Our school values Tika, Pono and Aroha, are demonstrated by KidsCan and are upheld to many schools throughout Aotearoa. Our tamariki are benefitting, both physically and mentally. This shows through the achievement levels in and out of the classroom. We also have access to hand sanitiser, tissues and other hygiene and health products for our tamariki. It takes a village to raise a child and with support of KidsCan and other organisations our tamariki are thriving.”

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p Ruawai College level one physical education class attended camp at Kai Iwi Lakes for three days last week. Titled, Survivor Challenge, the event was to support their NCEA assessment, focussing on the implementation of interpersonal skills. After setting up camp together, the two teams, Bobby’s Builders and Friendship Ships made mascots out of natural materials found around the campsite. The students participated in activities such as kayaking, blindfolded challenges, raft building, a spaghetti challenge, Trough Troubles. Other cooperative team building activities included cooking and cleaning. Many of the challenges forced the teams to work together, cooperatively and collaboratively, with a lot of fun had by all.

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p “We’re looking forward to seeing Selwyn Park sparkle under some brand new lights!” said Kaipara District Council staff, as work begins to install a whole new lighting system for the popular park allowing for safer evening exercise and recreation. Work is underway around the public toilet, the laneway, the skatepark, the new pump track and the pergola. You’ll see KDC contractors digging trenches, laying electrical cabling, and installing new lights. The council advise: “While they’re working, the park will be closed to ensure everyone’s safety. This will happen at different times over the next couple of weeks. If you’re in the area please observe the safety barriers.”

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Northpower to train 40 apprentices

Relief fund boosts job numbers

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Northpower has received funding to expand an apprentice training scheme as part of a $14 million Provincial Growth Fund investment.

Pest plant removal, new plantings, an overall environmental clean-up and many new jobs are early results from the Te Tai Tokerau Redeployment Package in which $2.87 million was recently allocated to Kaipara District from a total of $9.32 million across Northland.

Northpower will receive $1.5 million to employ and support up to 40 people to take up apprenticeships in the electricity industry. The programme will prioritise displaced workers, including those who have undertaken pre-trades training and are looking for work, as well as Maori and Pasifika. It is open to other workers when initial demand has been met.

The company has a Trades Cadetship Programme, which recruits directly through iwi connections, with 70 per cent Maori representation in the next intake. This funding will expand that programme to help up to 40 people into full apprenticeships.

“The funding will allow us to contribute back to our communities in the regions in which we work,” says Northpower CEO Andrew McLeod. “This is very much about workforce planning to ensure we meet the current and future needs of our business here in Northland and for our clients throughout the North Island.

“This is a really critical partnership with another Northland owned-business People Potential, who do a great job providing the training and support for us. We have seen first-hand the success

p Northpower staff gathered at the PGF announcement from Shane Jones

of the trainees on our pilot programme, and the contribution they have made to our business and that has provided the template for setting up the way this is going to work in the future,” says Mr McLeod.

Nor thpower recruits through iwi connections, with 70 per cent Maori representation in its current cadetship intake.

Along with the Northpower grant, Minister Jones said up to 350 more people in regional New Zealand will gain a pathway to trades training through the latest $14 million government investment. ¢

In Kaipara District Council parks, 38 people have already been employed, and of these, 24 roles are full-time, and 14 are part-time. Kaipara District Council’s general manager for infrastructure services, Jim Sephton, says he’s pleased to see the projects supporting a strong number of local people and businesses.

“Not only has the funding initiative given some muchneeded support to local p Work clearing trees is well underway at Mangawhai employment in the region Community Park during Covid-19. It’s also At Pou Tu o Te Rangi Harding Park, been brilliant to see some projects pest plants are being removed, and accelerate as a result. Further stages of work are being finalised, which will some 5,000 natives planted.

At Kai-iwi Lakes teams are removing provide employment for another 15pest plants, and pest plant removal is plus workers.”

Work at the Mangawhai Community starting at Northern Wairoa Memorial Park includes pest plant, gum tree and Park. Omana Road Reserve has had a pine removal, and native trees will be general tidy up, which included removing planted alongside some greenspace. pest plants. ¢

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR When, oh when, will people learn that centralisation is not always a good thing? Look at the hospital, for example. We had a fantastic hospital here in Dargaville. People used to come here from Auckland for minor operations instead of waiting for months (if not years) as we do now. Some people have to pay huge amounts of money.

Now, we have an offer of money from the government to buy into the Three Waters system for a $2.65 million grant.

After watching how Auckland handled their water shortage this year? How the clowns running Auckland's water got that job is beyond belief. Thank goodness one of our councillors had the sense to

sign against it. Thank you Victoria de la Varis Woodcock for having the hindsight of the past and the foresight from the mess Auckland has made of their water this year.

How much can you afford to pay for your water in the future? Can you remember Max Bradford, (National Party MP), when they sold off the power board into private companies? He came on the television with the catchphrase ‘Cheaper power in our time.’ I wonder what happened there? Take the King’s shilling, and you will pay his price. A shame on the rest of the council!

WR — Dargaville (name and address supplied)

Kaipara District Council replies: The unfortunate fact is that, unless there is a future change in government policy, new ownership of Kaipara’s water assets under the Three Waters reforms appears set to occur within the next couple of years, regardless of any decision by your council. However,

a general election is fast approaching.

I would urge any constituents who are concerned over a central water command to take every opportunity to engage with their elected MP representatives on the government’s Three Waters reforms and what they mean for Kaipara people.

Kaipara Mayor, Dr Jason Smith

Sir, Re: the Three Waters government proposals for a central authority to control this resource.

What a waste of money. If each household had a water tank, think of the thousands of litres that run off our roofs and into the Northern Wairoa River each year, that could be utilised. The council urges us to save water, so this

is one way we can do it. OK, there is the initial cost, but tanks would pay for themselves.

The town is the only area not allowed tanks, while the rest of the district has tanks.

We have a good council, so why get embroiled with others, who are not doing as efficient a job.

Jean Sircombe

Library staff step up

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p With many of our more vulnerable citizens, such as seniors and those with heart and respiratory illnesses, fearing the worst from coronavirus, it’s been a cautious year for getting outdoors. One local centre which has seen the impact of this trepidation is the local library in Dargaville, where staff have stepped up to do their part in the effort to keep the community healthy and connected.

They have been accepting donations of material to make comfortable and bright face masks, which can be machine or hand washed. For those who are in essential services or who are deemed highrisk, these masks are free; just ask at the front desk.

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Economic plan still an option u by Paul Campbell

Plans to fund a new and expanded regional economic development agency for Northland will continue, after a decision

by Whangarei District Council against becoming a 51 per cent district council partner in the project envisaged by the Northland Mayoral Forum.

“It is now a case of back to the drawing board for the member councils,” said Northland Mayoral Forum chair, Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith.

The forum plans an expanded ratepayer-funded Northland Inc as a joint council-controlled organisation (CCO) economic development agency.

Whangarei Mayor Sheryl Mai supported the proposal, but her council voted eight to six against.

While Kaipara’s contribution would have been $629,000 or 13 per cent, for six years towards the revitalised economic unit, Whangarei was faced with $2.478 million during the same period.

Northland Inc is an NRC CCO funded

by Northland Harbour Board assets released after government restructuring.

As forum chair, Dr Smith said the proposed expansion of Northland Inc had gone to the three district councils for consideration in Long Term Planning documents.

“We were asking everyone what they thought about the idea, and Whangarei has made a decision. It’s up to the rest

Kauri jewels on show u by Paul Campbell

The Kauri Museum is doing more than reflecting history with the second of its Creating with Kauri exhibitions open this month and on display until the new year.

p Jewellery contributors at the Kauri Museum: (from left) Robert Mora, John Ecuyer and Stephen Davies

p Kaipara Mayor Jason Smith

of us to reconsider the model that would go to the wider community. Longterm plans are being developed now, and it will be next year (before final decisions.) We will look towards a new model to go out for consultation.” ¢

The museum kicked off the series in 2019 by supplying local artists with kauri timber to make sculpture. This year, it provided contemporary jewellers from across the country, along with local artists, with a piece of kauri timber and a piece of kauri gum.

“As a result, 98 pieces of jewellery were delivered to the museum and have been brought together in the display,” said curator-general manager, Dr Tracey Wedge.

The jewellery is for sale, and the exhibition runs until February.

Level two Covid-19 restrictions saw the exhibition opening take on a social

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distancing component, and meant that jewellers from outside the area did not attend. The 50 people who did join in were welcomed by museum board chair Athol Cartwright and Creative Northland general manager Hinurewa te Hau. Groups were invited to view the exhibition in their ‘bubble’.

“The exhibition showcases some of New Zealand’s leading contemporary jewellers and their response to the kauri materials provided,” said Dr Wedge.

“It is through initiatives like this we raise the awareness of the importance of the kauri to our past, present and future.” ¢

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STAYING LOCAL IS YOUR BEST BET FOR 2021 Acting Chief Executive Jon Smith says flexible and responsive industry-focused learning, along with removing barriers to education, are key to the success of NorthTec’s learners.

He points out that, with Covid-19 Alert Levels still subject to changes, now is a great time to choose to study close to home: “Given that we’re in the Covid environment, it’s about investing in yourself wisely and being smart about your future.

At NorthTec we offer training and education from foundation level up to our seven degree programmes.

He says: “Our main focus is ensuring that people have access to, participate in and achieve educational and personal success here in Tai Tokerau Northland.

“Our learning is all based around vocational training and applied learning, which can get you ready for a job here in Tai Tokerau Northland or further education and training in New Zealand. If you want to get educated for work here in the North, we are the most connected with our local industry and employers, and we make it easier for you to find employment once you graduate. You’ll be taught by expert tutors who are renowned in their field, and you’ll end up with a qualification to take you into work.”

“Technology is allowing us to reach more people in different ways. We’re also using NorthTec’s experience of teaching remotely through the Covid-19 Alert Levels 4 and 3 to develop our capacity in this area. We’re currently reviewing the learner experience during this period to help us make it even better.”

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Action plan for Pouto Lighthouse u by Paul Campbell

Pouto residents’ fears of stormwater and coastal erosion posing a major danger to the iconic Pouto Lighthouse appear to have been born out with the appointment of engineering consultants to look for a long-term stability solution at the sandhill site.

The Kaipara North Head lighthouse was constructed in 1883–84, to guide shipping across the treacherous Kaipara bar. It was built on a sandstone outcrop, and after closure in the 1940s, it has been administered most lately

by Heritage New Zealand — Pouhere Taonga.

A popular tourist attraction, it has also been the target of visitors on four-wheeldrive vehicles. That fact and weather effects have led to erosion around the base of the structure. p Sand erosion below the Pouto Lighthouse Nor thland regional archaeologist for Heritage New Zealand, Now, Vision Consulting Ltd, which James Robinson, says that in late 2019 provides engineering as well as civil, a waratah wire fence was erected to geotechnical, structural and coastal discourage vehicles accessing the solutions has been commissioned lighthouse from the fragile seaward side. to develop short, medium and long“Last month, a drain dating back to term engineering solutions for the lighthouse era was cleaned of fill the stabilisation and protection of and reopened and a wooden box culvert the lighthouse and the platform installed to provide a controlled egress on which it is located — all under for flood water,” he added. archaeological supervision. ¢

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Smoother travels to Pouto u by Andy Bryenton

The Kaipara District Council has officially announced the second stage of their Pouto Road upgrades, increasing access to this scenic part of the district and bolstering what is also a major route for primary industry produce.

Approval from the Provincial Growth Fund and the release of $2.8 million means the Kaipara District Council can progress with sealing the second section of Pouto Road, signifying a major advancement in safety and utility for the busy rural arterial. When further PGF funding was announced last month by government minister Shane Jones, KDC infrastructure GM Jim Sephton took the stage to outline how transport and tourism would benefit.

Sealing of the first 10 kilometres of Pouto Road (Phase 1) is due to start later this year. The completion of the two stages means the full length of the peninsula road will be sealed, likely by April 2022. This work is part of the Kaipara KickStart programme, led by the KDC to invest in economic growth and improve community wellbeing.

Mayor Dr Jason Smith sees the Pouto Road sealing as a key part of the Kaipara KickStart programme.

“Pouto Peninsula is a uniquely special and ancient part of Kaipara District. Sealing Pouto Road will make safer and easier access to the area, and will unlock tourism and business opportunities for our local people.

Along with the proposed wharf at Pouto

p Jim Sephton, General Manager of Infrastructure for the Kaipara District Council, speaks at a meeting where Provincial Growth Fund grants for roading totalling in the millions were delivered

and the other elements of the Kaipara KickStart programme, this work can enable the area to become a thriving hub once again.” ¢

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Courtesy of Archives Dargaville Museum Extracts from North Auckland Times May 9 1921 Football Goods for the Season Now is the time to secure your footer togs for the season. We have a good selection of footer boots ranging from 19/6 to 22/6’ blue and black cotton jerseys and also woollen ones.

Stockings etc. Everything you need at reasonable prices.

PEKO & GRIFFITHS Opposite Railway Station Dargaville The Love Defender will be screened at the Empire Theatre tonight featuring June Elvidge. It is a story of young married life and tells of the manner in which a wife defends her love. It is a picture for brides.

A meeting of the Rugby Union will be held this evening to go into the matter of rearranging the senior championship round on account of Ruawai pulling out of the competition.

Baker’s great circus will appear in Dargaville this (Saturday) evening. The lions will be fed at 7.45pm. and the entertainment will begin at 8pm. The smallest thoroughbred horse will be among the chief attractions. Henare, of Aratapu, has put in a challenge to ride Fireworks, the Queensland outlaw, at Dargaville.

100 POUNDS REWARD Will be paid to any person giving information leading to the conviction of any individual defacing or destroying on any log, floating or otherwise, my registered timber brand HH. Signed Thomas Hawkins Mr C Powell advises the public that he has opened a blacksmith’s shop at Kaihu where the best of workmanship will be done. This will be a boon to the Kaihu district because there has been no blacksmith’s shop there for over twelve months

Survey finds digital shortcomings Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand undertook to identify how digital public services are impacting on people, resulting in the Impacts of Digital Public Services on Inclusion and Wellbeing report, which has now been released.

Barriers for digital exclusion were many and included lack of access to a computer and Internet, limited digital literacy, financial barriers, general literacy difficulties, language barriers, disability, and lack of desire to be online.

For those experiencing digital exclusion, their experiences were that increasingly it is not about choice, but with many government services reducing access to paperbased resources, digital is often the only option.

‘The experience of many people is that the digital transformation of government services is not putting people first, but rather is putting digital first,’ the CAB report states.

‘A consequence of government agencies focussing on online service delivery is also that community services are being left to fill the gaps.

CABs are playing an essential role in helping people who experience digital public services as a barrier.’

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The bureau says digital inclusion within New Zealand can only be achieved by focussing on inclusion more broadly so that people’s needs are at the centre and wellbeing can genuinely be supported and enhanced.

It says government agencies should be ensuring that citizens can interact with the government face-to-face, paper forms should continue to be accessible, and a range of payment options should remain available.

The bureau says there needs to be an increase in access to free Wi-Fi and digital services for those in low-income households. Freeaccess computers, printing services and facilities for scanning and uploading documents need to be readily accessible and a provision for ongoing learning opportunities.

Volunteers at Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau will assist clients at the local CAB at 37 Hokianga Road (Town Hall complex) weekdays, between 10am and 1pm.

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u by Brian Eastwood

There would have been some mixed feelings for Captain Alexander Robinson when he sailed into Kaipara Harbour only to read in the paper how he, his wife and her sister, had all died.

That was the experience in 1891, of the young Irish skipper of the barquentine Handa Isle.

Out of Newcastle in ballast to load timber in Kaipara, Handa Isle with the two women aboard, was given up for lost when it had not arrived after almost a month at sea.

However, arrive, they did, after 27 days and still with all the 12 crew he signed on in Kaipara. Two other ships that had left Newcastle at the same time had taken on their timber and were about to leave again. It was reported that a severe easterly storm had been the reason for Robinson’s long passage.

Not usually a slow coach, Handa set a record four years later by sailing with a cargo of potatoes from Tasmania to Sydney in 70 hours, making the round trip in one week, including loading time.

Handa Isle was a popular ship with the public and was closely watched by shipping correspondents. She always seemed to attract many extraordinary adventures to herself.

One incident that caused huge interest was a meeting with two sperm whales near the Three Kings Islands.

They swam one on each side until the bull suddenly turned and swam off for 200 metres at right angles.

He then turned and came speeding back, smashing into the ship near the foremast. Handa heeled over with the sound of smashing timbers.

Pumps were unable to cope, and she was making water from broken timbers in her hull just below the waterline. By shifting as much cargo as they could, stuffing pillows into the hole and covering it with canvas, they saved her.

It was smart seamanship.

In 1902, Handa Isle, again, caused concern with another slow trip. This time it was a surprisingly long voyage of 33 days Auckland to Kaipara. Two years later, but now under the command of Captain Dennison, she had the shipping world worried, taking 40 days after leaving Thames to eventually arrive safely in Sydney.

Fears for the safety of Handa Isle were finally well-founded in late November 1918 when she failed to arrive in Melbourne from Sydney. Burned out wreckage was found on a beach at Sydney Heads and identified as hers.

There were at least two theories as to what her fate had been. One said that she had exploded from a load of petrol she was carrying.

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Not surprisingly, the shipping firm representing her decided she had hit a German mine, one of many that had been laid around the heads.

Whatever the truth, the adventures of Handa Isle were over, but it could be said that she had gone out in a blaze of glory. ¢

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Murder, mayhem and mirth

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Dargaville Little Theatre’s latest production blends dark humour with a baffling mystery for theatregoers to unravel, all set in a creepy gothic mansion on a foggy night.

Two entities affiliated with the Northland Community Foundation have come forward with generous disbursements to local charities, groups and clubs, carrying on the overarching organisation’s mission of doing good in the community.

p Killer cast — DLT’s next production challenges theatregoers to work out who’s got blood on their hands in a comedy mystery caper

A family of English assassins, a deranged television host, obsessed with grand designs, a blackmailing billionaire, a mystery writer and a man who just might be the infamous Norfolk Strangler are all part of the cast of Prepare to Meet Thy Tomb, a whodunnit with a twist.

Directed by Carole Collins, the play was postponed earlier in the year by the coronavirus lockdown. However, it has been carried to its murderous conclusion by an enthusiastic cast of locals who are keen to share this

twisted plot and all its surprises with a local audience.

“There’s not much more we can reveal without spoiling the puzzle of who gets the last laugh,” says the actor portraying Sir Beverley Comstock, a crooked business magnate.

“However, suffice to say, there will be plenty of opportunities for the audience to change their minds as the story unfolds.”

Tickets are on sale now for performances in early October at the Little Theatre in Dargaville. ¢

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p The Northland Community Foundation’s Richard Alspach and Greta Buchanan urge those looking to make a charitable bequest to consider the benefits of ensuring their legacy stays local

The NCF exists to invest in the north, helping people leave bequests in their wills to directly benefit the place where they live. By keeping charitable grants and donations local, they ensure that those generous enough to give, establish a true legacy in their own communities.

Its subsidiary, the Northern Wairoa Fund, has now grown to a point where disbursements from the interest earned on donations can begin to help local groups and clubs.

NCF trustee Richard Alspach and general manager Greta Buchanan are positive about these first disbursements from the Northern Wairoa Fund.

While the amounts available to be applied for are small, only $500, they say that this kind of financial boost can make all the difference to small clubs, teams or organisations. In order to streamline the process, and ensure

that there are not vast amounts of forms to fill out, Greta and Richard have joined forces with the Dargaville Community Development Board to speed communications.

Organisations who wish to make an application for a small grant from the NWF can simply state what they need the funds for in writing, and post or email a request for consideration to the DCDB at Fosters Arcade, 42 Victoria Street, Dargaville or info@dcdb.nz.

Meanwhile, Dargaville’s Early Years Hub and Mangawhai’s Te Whai Trust have been big recipients in the Northland Community Foundation’s affiliate Grassroots Fund.

The Dargaville early childhood group received $16,000 in two instalments, while the Te Whai Community Trust was granted $8,000 to continue their good work in the Mangawhai area. ¢

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Creative journeys in Ruawai

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The best of local business is in the spotlight thanks to the 2020 Westpac Northland Business Champions awards, presented

by NorthChamber, the organisation dedicated to growing Northland business.

Nominees have been shortlisted ahead of the finalists’ announcement in late September, and Kaipara companies and groups have placed well in public perception.

Categories range from the prestigious Businessperson of the Year and best micro, small, medium and large business through to specialised awards for environmental consciousness in business, innovation, creativity, workplace safety p The NorthChamber team who has worked behind the scenes to organise the 2020 Westpac Northland Business and a category for not-forChampions awards profit organisations.

More than 2,500 nominations came Kaipara businesses are well in, naming 245 local businesses and represented after the initial shortlisting businesspeople as contenders for the of nominees, with no less than 18 Westpac Northland Business Champions making the grade. Dargaville’s own 2020 awards. This one-off special event promotion group, the Dargaville launched against a backdrop of drought, Community Development Board, has Covid-19 and then flooding seemed made the cut as well, nominated for appropriately timed as NorthChamber their ongoing and very visible work to CEO, Stephen Smith says. “We hoped bolster commerce and events in the the awards would shine a light on town. Judges will deliberate and come our business community, sharing up with a list of finalists by September their stories of resilience, courage, 28, with the winners announced at a community and innovation.” gala dinner event on November 6. ¢

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The first of White Rock Community Gallery’s painting workshops held last weekend in Ruawai was a resounding success.

p Students from around the Kaipara were hard at work learning new artistic skills last weekend

The free workshop, tutored by artist Elena Nikoleava, was funded by a grant from Creative Communities and was held at the Ruawai Art Studio.

“The workshop was fully subscribed, and it was lovely to welcome some new Kaipara artists, some starting out on their art journey and some with experience in different mediums,” said gallery spokesperson, Sue Taylor.

“Elena gave a short demonstration to illustrate the theme of light. It was an extremely interesting concept. Simply put — without the dark, we cannot achieve the light in our work.

“Students came from as far as Dargaville, Whakapirau and Tinopai, and

in between. We were very impressed with the work they produced on the day and hope it has given them the inspiration to keep on creating.

“If you haven’t been into the Ruawai Art Studio; it’s the old church in the paddock next to the Ruawai Primary School.

“It is rewarding to pay a visit. It’s a lovely space to sit and paint. There’s a calm, peaceful feeling with the tall windows that let the good light in.

“Thanks to Frances and Barry and the Ruawai Art Group for letting us use the studio,” Ms Taylor said.

The next workshop will be held in October at the same venue. ¢

I feel that the DCDB’s nomination came about because the Board had to pivot and adapt to best meet the needs of the community during and post COVID19 lockdown.

Previous to COVID19, (and now) we were responsible for community development, engagement and revitalisation which included events, community housing and special projects among other activities for community support.

Once the lockdown occurred, the DCDB worked quickly to identify gaps in our community that needed our support. The DCDB developed a significant communication plan to the business, community, and tourism sectors with information pertaining to the audience, to impart knowledge, links to expert help, links to specialist funding and more. The research to gain credible information was complex as there was so much information out there. The DCDB developed an educational offering that was passed on to our businesses and initiated a ‘buy local’ plan which is evident at Mainstreet businesses. All support was replicated and promoted through the social media channels, and onto our website dargavillenz.com. As tourism operators were finding it hard, a “Go North-West Getaways” campaign was developed to encourage visitors from other regions. The DCDB staff became forward thinkers about how to engage the community and stakeholders within all of our communication and active programmes, along with plans on how to recover back to our normal workstreams and enhance our work in the community to further support the community’s aspirations. The DCDB staff even presented to a regional stakeholder on the Buy Local plan implementation process to learn from.

The DCDB pivoted, adapted and grew their communication and engaged significant audiences overnight, filling a void for credible information sharing, by supporting businesses and our community as much as it could within its current capacity.

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Our Northland - Tō Tātou Taitokerau Stories and updates on the great work happening around the region to help our environment, economy and people thrive. Brought to you by Northland Regional Council.

A new era for Kaipara Moana

DID YOU KNOW? » Kaipara Moana is of immense traditional, cultural, historical and spiritual importance – it is a taonga to tangata whenua. » Kaipara is the largest harbour in the Southern Hemisphere, with a surface area of 950km2 (at high tide) and a catchment area of over 6000km2. » It is believed the first migration to Kaipara Moana was around 12001400AD. The ancient Polynesian sailing vessel Māhuhu-ki-te-rangi landed on the foreshores of the Kaipara around the 1200s, under the command of Rongomai and his father Whakatau.

With $100 million of Government funding committed over the next six years and a joint Kaipara Uri-council partnership nearing sign-off, restoration of New Zealand’s largest harbour has reached a pivotal turning point.

To be led by an equal partnership between Kaipara Uri (tangata whenua descended from Kaipara Moana) and councils (Auckland and Northland Regional), the programme acknowledges the special nature of the harbour and aims to restore its vitality by halving the sediment loss from land to sea.

Water quality in the harbour has been steadily deteriorating from the halcyon era of native timber extraction, to contemporary land use where large volumes of sediment (eroded soil) wash off the land.

“Environmental remediation unlike any ever seen in Aotearoa” is how About 807km2 of the land in the the decade-long programme to Kaipara catchment is classified as restore the health and mauri of Kaipara Moana has been described. ‘highly erodible’.

A sanctuary for native wetland birds Ruawai College students, helped by Maungaturoto Lions Club and Otamatea Weed Control Group members, have enjoyed planting into the Paparoa wetland and creating a safer habitat for native wetland birds.

The plants were grown from seeds taken from the wetland and bittern and banded rail are now surviving in the haven.

Expected environmental benefits arising from the programme include improved freshwater quality, greater biodiversity, resilience from climate change, and carbon capture through tree-planting and wetland management.

The programme also recognises that the overall wellbeing for Kaipara Uri and local communities is deeply connected to the wellbeing of the Kaipara Moana.

We’re thrilled to be part of this oncein-a-lifetime opportunity to make a real difference to the iconic nature of Kaipara Moana for current and successive generations.

» Kaipara became a busy timber harbour from the 1860s, shipping thousands of tonnes of kauri timber and gum. As kauri ran out, the gum and timber industries declined, and after 1920, farming (mainly dairying) took over. » Today there’s more than 3700km2 of pastoral land in the Kaipara catchment and more than 8100km2 of waterways on pastoral land. » The Kaipara provides significant breeding grounds and habitats for juvenile fish. In any one year, over 90% of snapper caught commercially off the west coast of New Zealand are from the Kaipara. » The Kaipara – which is broad and mostly shallow – is also a migratory bird habitat of international significance.

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FOR JOINING THE CONVERSATION! During August, a series of pop-up stalls and an online feedback portal offered an early chance for people to influence the shape of our next 10-year plan. We asked people to share what’s important to them for our region’s future, and got lots of valuable input. And, not surprisingly, the health of our waterways remains a top priority!

If you missed out don’t worry – there’ll be another opportunity for feedback when we consult on our Long Term Plan early next year.

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A planting they did go….

schools’ environmental projects Nearly three dozen Northland schools have shared in almost $35,000 from several sources to help fund a variety of worthy environmental projects across the region.

Councillor Blaikie says on top of the ELF, another $4255 worth of trapping hardware from the council's biosecurity fund was granted to six schools carrying out pest control projects.

Pictured among native plants destined to form part of a Bay of Islands College project to create a native bush sanctuary are teacher Richard Higgins and Enviroschools Northland facilitator Jacque Knight.

“Finally, another seven schools were allocated $10,372 from the Toimata Foundation (a charitable trust focused on creative sustainability) to supplement worthy projects that would otherwise have missed out on receiving funds this year.”

The Kawakawa-based college has received just over $1900 from Northland Regional Council’s 2020 Environmental Leaders’ Fund (ELF).

Justin Blaikie, the council's Deputy Chair, says the college will buy materials for the school’s tech students to earn credits as they build a nursery to grow native plants, which their fellow students will then plant near a stream and marginal land around the school.

“Council provides $20,000 annually for the ELF, with 2020’s money allocated to 21 schools for native planting and riparian restoration projects, fencing, shade house and nursery construction, and water quality monitoring kits.”

Councillor Blaikie says since its inception several years ago, a wide range of projects have received funding via the annual ELF fund.

“By teaching our tamariki and their whanau about sustainability from an early age, we’re investing in our future kaitiaki, and developing sustainable practices that will live long into the future.”

Kokopu School children and the Mangere catchment group have joined forces to plant around a fenced wetland and dam area on the Draffin’s Poroti farm, supported by Northland Regional Council’s land management and Enviroschools teams.

The 80 enthusiastic children helped dig 950 holes and plant six different native plant species, taking just over an hour to get the job done!

“Applications can be made for a maximum of up to $2000 funding and projects relating to council’s core business of biodiversity, biosecurity and water quality typically have a greater chance of success.”

Councillor Blaikie says while this year’s ELF money has now been allocated, the regional council has a range of other community funding available. Find out more: www.nrc.govt.nz/elf

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Ngā mihi to our bus drivers The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown out challenges for many people, including the drivers on our regional bus services who risked daily exposure to the virus.

Did you know that over the last six years regional council ratepayers have contributed $560,000 to St Johns, via our emergency services rate?

Recently, it’s helped fund a new ‘Gen 4’ ambulance for Kaikohe and the Mid North, providing a much-needed boost for this critical life-saving service and the community it serves.

Find out more about the emergency services we support: nrc.govt.nz/emergencyservices

Aimee Crowson (left) and Trelise Mills. Planting this area will stabilise edges and filter or absorb runoff, improving water quality on the farm.

Kaikohe St Johns staff in front of the new ambulance that’ll enable faster response times and greater coverage in the Mid North.

Contact your local councillor at www.nrc.govt.nz/councillors

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Blue September

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Going blue for September u by Andy Bryenton

This year, more than 600 Kiwi men will lose their lives due to prostate cancer. A disease, which only affects males and that is usually eminently treatable with early detection. The Prostate Cancer Foundation NZ is the not-for-profit, independent group who lead the fight against this silent killer, promoting research and awareness.

This year’s Blue September Appeal focusses on getting checked up. A matter, which many men find embarrassing to talk about, even with their doctors.

The overwhelming message, however, is that it’s better to have an uncomfortable conversation, and the new, less invasive test than to receive a diagnosis that could devastate your family.

New statistics revealed by the Prostate Cancer Foundation show that almost 300 fewer men were diagnosed in March and April this year, due to New Zealand’s lockdown, when compared to the same period last year.

Early prostate testing is a priority for rural men just as it is for those in urban areas because this deadly cancer often has no symptoms, and the PSA blood test is the crucial first indicator.

In his role as medical adviser to PCFNZ, urologist Jim Duthie aims to reduce the number of men suffering from prostate cancer by expanding good testing throughout the country and encouraging early checks.

“Guys don’t see enough doctors,” Jim says bluntly. “So, when they do,

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p Talking to your doctor could be the most important first step in an early diagnosis and successful treatment of prostate problems

it’s important they make the most of that appointment.”

One suggestion, considering the average Kiwi man’s low rate of engagement with doctors, is to ask about prostate health as an ‘add on’ if you’re at the medical centre of something else. That could be a cold, an injury or a simple repeat for medication; take the time to ask about a check-up.

We’re proud to stand with NZ in the fight against Prostate Cancer

Tackling a cancer that kills more than 600 Kiwi men each year is no small feat. According to Health Navigator NZ, men who live in rural areas are at greater risk than those who live in urban areas because they have less access to health services. The research also points to rural men having lower rates of screening than their urban counterparts.

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ambassadors who bring the message to the public through radio, television and print media. One of the longestserving is radio show host Jason Gunn, who many mid-aged New Zealanders will remember from his early career as a star of children’s television. His on-air sidekick in those years was an irreverent puppet named Thingee (the jury is still out as to whether he was a dinosaur or not, though he hatched from a giant egg). The man behind Thingee in a very literal sense was puppeteer Alan Henderson, who became a lifelong friend of Jason’s. Early in 2020, Alan lost his own battle with prostate cancer, making this year’s Blue September a personal one for the veteran broadcaster.

Jason says: “This year, my mate Alan lost his battle with prostate cancer, which means Thingee lost his voice.

However, if he could talk, he’d ask you to help us fight this. More than 600 men in NZ die from Prostate Cancer every year. It’s a real Thingee. Help fight it, by throwing a Blue Do. Do it for your loved ones, do it for Thingee.”

The ‘blue do’ parties and events that Jason mentions are gatherings organised by mates, sports teams, clubs and workplaces throughout the country, in which participants dress in blue costumes, paint their faces or decorate themselves with blue balloons and streamers to promote the cause.

Donations are collected to go toward the Prostate Cancer Foundation’s good works in the community. It’s vital funding, as the PCFNZ are not tied to the government or health boards.

As the organisation’s spokespeople say: “The Prostate Cancer Foundation receives no government funding, relying instead on your generosity to help spread the message for men to have regular checks, to fund research that will improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes, provide support for those who need it the most: the men and their families living with prostate cancer every day, and advocate on their behalf.”

Donations, including one from this publication and all those in Dargaville who pitch in, will go towards the PCFNZ’s mission to eliminate death and suffering from prostate cancer. Currently, this

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We’re true blue and 100% in support of better men’s health! p The blue do wants you — check out what’s happening in the local area, or organise your own bluethemed costume party or event

encompasses programmes that create awareness about prostate cancer and the importance of getting regular checks for men over 50, as well as promoting the fact that early detection of prostate cancer leads to better outcomes and survival rates. The foundation also funds research into better diagnosis and treatments for prostate cancer, and advocates for better healthcare services for men with prostate cancer.

They also operate a helpline for people

concerned about symptoms or dealing with a diagnosis of prostate cancer, on 0800 477 678, and online support groups for patients at prostate.org.nz/ support-groups.

It has never been more imperative for Kiwis to ‘go blue’ this Blue September to join the fight and raise funds for the special men in our lives — our mates, fathers, brothers, uncles and grandfathers. Register your Blue Do or donate at blueseptember.org.nz. ¢

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HOME SHOW IN YOUR MAILBOX Show season inspiration rolls on u by Andy Bryenton

Many big events have been postponed due to the coronavirus precautions of 2020, not the least of them being the National Fieldays and a normal season of Super Rugby. However, the postponement of first the Auckland and then the Rotorua home show has been keenly felt by a populace who are demonstrably spending more on renovations this year.

It may be the lack of an ability to go on holiday overseas, with funds saved concurrently, or it might be a case of seeing too much of one’s own home during lockdown and work away from the office weeks. Whichever holds true, the appetite for a fresh look around the old homestead has never been stronger, and the key role of home shows is to provide inspiration to the masses, as well as a forum to debut new ideas.

As of print, Northland’s forthcoming home and lifestyle show is on schedule to open soon, spanning the weekend of 25–27 September. It will be the first such showcase of fresh interior design, decor and technology ideas for the home since the lockdown, and as

such it’s keenly anticipated. Coming into spring, Northlanders have always had a penchant for redecorating, but this year could set records. As noted, the lack of foreign getaway possibilities has led many to reconsider how to make the kind of change that is, so they say, as good as a vacation. For some projects this has been helped along by new building legislation, removing building consents from certain kinds of awnings, carports, garages and decking.

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As is true of every spring, the most important part of any renovation comes down to finding local professionals who can secure the difficult parts, like power and plumbing, or create a perfectionist’s finish, in areas like landscaping and painting. Luckily, we are blessed with a large contingent of such experts locally, so get inspired by the home show season, then call the locals to make your vision a reality. ¢

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HOME SHOW IN YOUR MAILBOX New season’s time for timber u by Andy Bryenton

There’s something comforting and warm about exposed timber, with its naturally flowing lines, knots and swirls. The smooth finish and glowing colour palette of wood, from the deep richness of mahogany to the blond lightness of pine, help create spaces in your home that emphasise uniqueness.

From the cosy use of bentwood and cedar shingles in the construction of a ‘traveller’s wagon’ style tiny home, through to last April’s award-winning New Zealand Home of the year in Coromandel, wood is making a triumphant return after the heyday of austere white and grey walls. Timber can become a feature or accent in many ways without dominating the entire room, or alternatively can add a rustic note to a cosmopolitan design aesthetic, balancing the past and the future, nature and technology. In a world of kitset knock-offs, no two trees are alike.

Take a peek at Architect Ken Crosson’s home of the year, the socalled ‘light mine’ beach house in Coromandel. You’ll see how the honeycoloured pale wood inside complements a darker timber exterior to complete the allusion to a colonial-era goldmine.

The gold here is sunlight, which enters through trapezoidal ‘pyramid’ shafts above the three ‘pods’ of the home,

creating both literal and visual warmth.

It’s not necessary to build a piece of architectural art from the ground up to take advantage of the natural beauty of wood. Easy to install wooden flooring, complete with thermal underlay, can change the feel of a room, in a palette ranging from artfully scorched boards like those used in whiskey barrels through to the rich marbling of faux walnut and oak. A wood panel feature wall can help anchor antique furniture in the present with a hint of the past. Speaking of antiquities; it’s a popular trend to mix and match ‘distressed’ or original patina wooden furniture with the modern use of lighting and space to create a contemporary baroque juxtaposition.

Wood features, be they on the floor of walls, exposed ceiling beams or retro-installed pieces like butcher’s block kitchen islands or Victorian-era sideboards, can also help bridge the gap between indoor and outdoor living; outdoors being the domain of timber

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The ‘big guns’ of spring farming u by Andy Bryenton

Farming practices developed and refined here in New Zealand make our arable land some of the most productive in the world.

It’s the management of this land, whether for crop or pasture, which drives the engines of the economy. This season, you’ll see plenty of big machines out there in the fields doing their bit, bringing together more than 1,800 years of inventions.

To get oxygen deep into the soil and help promote the healthy biome underground, you’ll see powerful tractors drawing tine harrows through the earth.

This method was, of course, once horsedrawn, and the earliest picture of it is in the background of the Bayeux Tapestry, from 1066. William the Conqueror put images of his farmers on the famous tapestry next to his knights and soldiers because it was efficient agriculture that allowed medieval armies to march; grain was the wealth of ancient kingdoms.

Next, you may notice disc harrows breaking up the soil and preparing for fresh seeding. They chop residue, break up clumps and promote aeration. This kind of machine was also developed for horsepower, but the advent of hydraulics has increased their size, portability and capabilities in breaking up soil.

Hydraulics play a big part in many of the machines, allowing for massive strength. The hydraulic principle has been known since ancient times but was perfected into a modern form by William Armstrong. He developed the giant hydraulics for Tower Bridge in London. Nowadays, the mobile trucks of hydraulic repair experts are a force which keeps farming moving during this busy season.

Another motive power behind spring farming comes from Rudolf diesel, with the compression engine that bears his name. The idea of mating this up with a high-traction machine to pull farming implements goes to John Froelich of the United States. Why is his name not on more modern machines? Apparently, Froelich was ahead of his time and was told that his tractor would never replace

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Wen sleepin’ times a wurry “Well Dog hear we go again. We gonna haveta get up ina dark to get the farm werk underway, an’ then we gonna havta put big thick curtins ona bedroom windows. Maybe betta stick a sack over ya kennil too, so yer kin still get a good sleep ina nighttime sunlight.”

Gidday agen readas, as yer kin see Boss has made anuther long speech, before sayin’ wot he was on about.

“Nah Billy,” sed his gelrfren’ Sharlene. (Acterly, we usually have these discushins ata woolshed steps, but we was down ata creek under a willertree having a picknick, ‘cos Sharlene rekind it was nice an’ sunny after alla rein and wind be bin havin’.)

“Anyway,” she went on, “we comin up fer daylight saving agin. It’s gonna start on September 2 7 witch is commin’ up fast a l r e a d y.

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we gonna put the clock forward Billy. So wen you wake up at six o’clock ter go ter werk wiv tha Boss, it’s really gonna be already 7 o’clock.”

“Yeah,” Bos butted in. “Still blimmin dark too.

Spose it’s not so bad ona farm, but me mate Bula Gary wot’s a fisherman gotta launch his boat ina dark. Might get too deep ina dark and fill up his gumboots wiv seawater getting ina boat.” Boss thort that was funny an’ startid laffin’.

Anyway, Sharlene sed sum peeple reckin changin’ tha clocks forward and back is a wurry. She hada papa ina picknicks baskit and had a read in her skool teecha voice.

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“More than 80 per cent of people in Europe want to stick to year-round summer hours. A poll of 2,481 Kiwi people found almost half wanted constant summer hours.”

“Yeah,” seda Boss. “An’ I bet most o’ them kiwis was farmers too.”

“Awright for them people who doin’ bankers hours ina city. They kin hava shave, stop fer a lartay, reada paper, an’ then start werkin’.

“Then they kin play round afta werk, an’ hit the hay wen it’s dark. But we gotta try an’ go ta bed ina daylight. It’s not natril.”

Well, Sharlene had a look at me, an’ slipped me a pikelit too. “What do ya reckin Billy?”

Well readas, I have no problin sleepin’ ina sun behind that tracta shed wen I’m dodgin’ the Boss. So I reckin its all the same ter me rilly. But I spose I betta come out in simpithy wiv’ Boss. Loyal friend an’ workmate, I sposed ta be, eh?

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FIREWOOD, DRY hotmix of gum and cypress. In bulk, $90 per cubic metre delivered or bag, $15 each (30 kg onion bag). Phone or text Henry 021 734 906.

SELLING FRESH & local vegetables, every Thursday 10am-1pm at the entrance of Riverside Gardens between Countdown & The Warehouse.

TOP SOIL, top quality, $75 per m³ onto your trailer, or truck deliveries available for larger orders. Phone 021 132 4107 or 09 439 5141.

WOODCHIPS FOR calf sheds or gardens (bone dry), $220 4 cubic metres delivered (Dargaville outer area to Pouto). Phone or text Henry 021 734 906.

Avoid Drink Driving Situations Vacant CHEF WANTED must be qualified and experienced in the preparation of Thai and Issan cuisine. Full-time position, starting immediately. Please contact the management, Raan A Haan Thai Aroi Dee, Dargaville.

Phone 09 439 1081.

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

Livestock BULLS 2 year old and yearling charolais bulls, ready for work. Phone 09 439 4795.

RED DEVON Yearling Bulls, well grown, easy calving, BVD neg/vacc X2, ready for work. Phone 021 047 9471.

Septic Tank Services EFFLUENT REMOVAL, just give us a call, we remove it all. ‘Magic Property Services’. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

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.

Dargaville Bobcat Services SUPPORT WORKER VACANCY Hours negotiable

S.O.S Kaipara is based in Dargaville and works throughout the Kaipara District. We provide specialist support, counselling, refuge accommodation and prevention education services to women and children who have experienced family and/or sexual harm.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Support Worker to work alongside families in Refuge and provide a competent professional support work service to women and children who have experienced family and/or sexual harm in the community.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED • Training and experience working in the field of violence and abuse against women and children or a strong willingness to learn • Experience working with children and young people an advantage • Professional boundaries and best practice are expected • A self-starter with good time management and organisational skills • Able to work in a team environment • Computer literate • Well-developed communication skills both written and oral • Hold a full clean NZ driver’s license Due to the sensitive nature of our work and our client base this role is best suited to a female.

Ongoing training will be provided to the successful applicant. We strongly encourage interested applicants to request a job description prior to applying.

More information on our service is available through our website: www.soskaipara.com For further information contact: Pushpa Joyce, Service Coordinator 027 298 6719 Please send CV and Cover Letter to: pushpajoyce@soskaipara.co.nz

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Any job big or small.

We do them ALL

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

Ruawai PLANTS

Now ready: herbs, tomatoes, eggplant, capsicum, peas & beans, sweet corn, beetroot, red & spring onions, brassica combo $3 each, veg combo 10pk $3.70, silverbeet, pak & bok choy, lettuce, rocket, celery, spinach, courgettes, kumikumi, buttercup pumpkin, butternut, latest hot pak dwarf marigold & perennials.

Open Mon–Fri 9am–5pm, Sat by appt

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 Retail Assistant

Looking for honest and reliable individuals to work as Retail Assistant Part time/Full Time at Dargaville Four Square. Should have past experience in retail industry.

If interested, please forward CV to: dargaville4sq@gmail.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH Check our website for opportunities for you: www.compacfurniture.co.nz/compac-careers • Office Admin & Customer Service • Project Assistant & Production Programmer • Maintenance Engineer • Factory positions also available Apply in person at Compac Furniture, email CV to payroll@compacfurniture.co.nz or phone 09 439 6765.

Maureen Heather

Died 16/09/2012 Sadly missed, never forgotten.

Your loving husband Ted. Funeral Services NORTHLAND HEADSTONES

Trade & Services

Servicing all of Kaipara.

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

MOVING TRUCK — available for Dargaville and surrounds. Movement of furniture, relocations etc for reasonable rates. Call 021 045 5607.

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

WINDOW & Door Repairs & Glazing, Insect Screens, Security and more — call me today. Phone 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458. Kevin Sowter or visit my website: windowanddoors.co.nz — Window and Door Services Ltd.

Public Notices ACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — 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. An enjoyable night to be part of, or sit back and be entertained by some great local talent. POSTPONED till Level 1.

View our headstones at northlandheadstones.co.nz

For Rent HOUSE FOR rent $340 p/w Awakino Road Dargaville.

Would suit couple or small family, no pets, no smoking, drug free property. Four weeks bond required plus water. Phone 027 481 0515 to register interest.

Work Wanted

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

09 439 6068

EVOLUTION, SCIENTIFIC impossibility. Observe the irreducible infinite complexity of cells???

HEALING ROOMS Tuesday 7.00, all welcome, Lion of Judah building River Road.

Pahi Reserve Society Inc AGM Will be held at the Wilson amenities block, Pahi Beach Holiday Park

Situations Vacant

In loving memory of

• Phone Diane 09 439 2361 or Etha 09 439 2115 • CASH ONLY

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

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

In Memoriam

at 10.30am Saturday 10th October 2020

All Welcome

TWILIGHT GOLF Northern Wairoa Golf Club Starts 1st October, every Thursday 4–6pm.

Dinner available, Prizes and raffles.

All Welcome

DARGAVILLE TENNIS CLUB Notice of AGM Thursday 17th September 7pm at Robin Branch Room, Memorial Park.

Also any interested players for upcoming season please contact Pete 027 408 5371.

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA Public Notices Proposed Temporary Road Closure Pursuant to the Transport (Vehicular Traffic Road Closure) Regulations 1965, the Kaipara District Council hereby gives notice that the Dargaville Lions Club has made an application to have a road within the Kaipara District closed on the days and at the times set out below for the purpose of the Dargaville Lions Christmas Parade 2020.

Saturday 5 December 2020 from 7:00am to 1:00pm

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At Property Brokers we’re committed to the provinces. We believe rural New Zealand is the cement that holds us together and are passionate about keeping these communities thriving. With our strategic partnership with Farmlands Co-operative we have a vacancy in Dargaville-Helensville and Whangarei for people truly committed to servicing Client and Shareholder Rural and Lifestyle property requirements. lf you are ready to make a difference in your career please send your CV to recruitment@pb.co.nz pb.co.nz Property Brokers Licensed REAA 2008

• Victoria Street from Totara Street to the west side of the Central Hotel carpark • All of Parenga St, Totara St, Kapia St • All of Hokianga Rd South of Victoria St • Edward Street from Victoria Street to North side of the Central Hotel carpark Any objections to this proposal should be in the hands of the Kaipara District Council no later than 4.00pm on Monday 28 September 2020 and will be considered at the Council meeting in October 2020.

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