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Ending a national tour Changing the guard Matakohe House with its accommodation and restaurant is under new ownership …

Trophy for Aranga

Aranga School pupil, Hunter HolsterKomene, has won this year’s Northern Wairoa Primary School Speech Competition …

 Lana Searle and Jason Gunn were broadcasting live in the AD Focus car park in Dargaville last Friday, for the last showing of the Naked Gunn More FM billboard tour which started in Bluff and ended in Dargaville. There were games for the children and the tour ended with Jason setting his ‘naked billboard’ on fire with the fire brigade extinguishing the remnants. “Those who showed up really enjoyed the event and so did Jason and Lana. It was a good way for them to finish their tour and it was nice to see Lana at work in her home town,” said AD Focus owner Deborah van Leeuwerden.

Interim decision released on rates  by Paul Campbell

A challenge to the legality of rates set by the Kaipara District Council and the Northland Regional Council has resulted in an interim High Court judgement finding that while NRC rates ‘were not set lawfully’ the government’s retrospective Validation Act ‘validated the unlawful rates of the KDC’.

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Justice Duffy has made an interim judgement on the judicial review brought by the Mangawhai Residents and Ratepayers Association and Bruce and Heather Rogan. She has decided that NRC rates were not set lawfully for the 2011/2012, 2012/2013 and 2013/2014 rating

to NRC rates was unlawful. Therefore the penalties imposed on rates in respect of NRC rates was unlawful. ‘The Validation Act only validated the unlawful rates of the KDC. It did not validate the unlawful rates of the NRC’.

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 A team of 22 Northland Kenpo Karate students recently travelled to the police college gymnasium facility at Porirua to compete in the annual under-18 tournament. “All the students were successful in the medal count, some with multiple successes. Four events were up for grabs — forms, synchronised forms with teams of three or four, self defence and sparring. The group trained in the weekend for a couple of months outside of the normal classes to ensure that they were as good as they could be,” said head instructor Ron Mason. “There was also a demonstration by senior students displaying the potential of weapons of opportunity.”

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 The Maungaturoto and Districts Rotary Club held a working bee with local youth at Piroa Falls recently and sandbagging was carried out to stop erosion of the bank where the picnic table is. “It is a popular place for both locals and tourists and it is important to our community that the area is looked after. The rotary club make sure the tracks are good and there are picnic places available,” said club president Tim McGill. “We often have Saturday morning working bees there and the youth come and help us. It is awesome having them involved — they have so much stamina and enthusiasm and get a lot done quickly.”

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 Although the weather was intermittent with showers and a few downpours on Sunday, the fourth annual Mangawhai Beach School Ambrose Golf Tournament had more than 100 players on the course, raising funds to support nine teacher assistants in the school. “Everyone was saying what an amazingly fun event for golfers and non-golfers alike. Thanks to our sponsors we had more than $2,500 worth of prizes including 30 spot, longest drive and closest to the pin. We hope to have raised between $5,000 and $6,000. Some teams dressed up in crazy costumes and the Shamrocks won on the day with a gross score of 63,” said principal Aaron Kemp.

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Celebrating a century

Changing the guard

Tinopai Primary School has reached a 100-year milestone and to help with formal celebrations on November 26, principal Sonia Kaihe is canvassing for information including anecdotes and photos, at large in the Kaipara community.

Matakohe House with its accommodation and restaurant is under new ownership, with long-running hosts, Lyn and Alex Tetzner “heading off to retirement and to do all the things we haven’t been able to do during our years running the business.”

 Tinopai Primary pupils admire a 100th birthday cake

“If anyone has any information or photos related to Tinopai School’s past years it would be great if they can get in touch with us to help our centenary celebration,” she said. The school recently marked the actual day of the school’s founding, prior to the formal recognition. “We thought we just had to sing ‘happy birthday’ and have a nice cake to celebrate the day,” said Sonia. “Our students read from the book compiled by M D Stirling ‘Te Komiti, Tinopai’ and the cake was shared by the parents that came to help celebrate. Everybody was fascinated to hear that the original Tinopai School

is now the Hakaru Pony Club rooms. The original Tinopai settlement was called Te Komiti, which was a regular stopping point for Maori travellers on the Kaipara. The Komiti Fruitlands Development Association bought 3,000 acres (1,214ha) in 1915 to grow apples and built a wharf in 1917. The school opened to pupils from a wide rural area on September 13 1916. Apple growing finished in the mid1930s with the land returning to traditional farms. Today the population swells three-fold as a popular summer holiday destination. 

AT THE MANGAWHAI MEETING LAST WEEKEND I WAS ASKED THE QUESTION.

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If I am elected as your Mayor you have my word that I will give the role and the people of the Kaipara district my full commitment to the demands of the job. I desperately want to see Kaipara become the successful, forward looking district which I know we can be. That’s why I am standing.

As mayor I would want to improve the quality of governance, leadership and representation in the Kaipara district. The world is simply changing so fast that elected representatives and senior executives must be up to speed to do their job properly on your behalf.

So if elected I would reduce the number of external governance roles I currently hold. However I would retain some positions that would continue to contribute to my governance experience - one of the key contributions I would make as Mayor. The process of learning never ceases so it’s important to build on that experience and stay up to date.

Any changes to my current roles need to be announced in the right way at the right time. Let me assure you that will be done. Greg Gent Mayoral Candidate Authorised by G.W. Gent, 52 Mitchell Road, Ruawai.

 Lyn Tetzner (left) with new Matahoke House owner, Jaqueline Busca and Alex Tetzner

The well-known couple will remain in the Matakohe area and will provide guidance as Jacqueline Busca and Daniel Pucci, who hail originally from South America, take over what is described as ‘a comforting colonial getaway’, adjacent to The Kauri

Museum, in Church Road, Matakohe. “We will continue to offer top line accommodation over the rest of this month,” said Jacqueline. “From October the restaurant will be revamped and up and running, offering a wide range of home cooking.” 

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Members of a Christian youth group called ZEAL worked together to tidy up the streets, car parks and community garden as part of a ‘Loving our Community’ strategy.

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 ZEAL Christian Youth Group members weren’t afraid to get their hands dirty as they helped tidy up their town

ZEAL is a combined Christian youth group in Dargaville with pastoral oversight from Chris Fulop at Lion of Judah Community Church, Melanie Russell from Riverside Christian Centre and Glenn Henderson from The Lighthouse Church. The group was established 10 weeks ago and aims to provide a safe, drug and alcohol free environment where young people can enjoy some food and engage in a variety of fun activities, including music and games free of charge. “We now have up to 30 young people between 12–17 years of age attending

each week and while I wouldn’t say we particularly ‘push’ the Christianity angle, we do promote a ‘Kingdom Culture’ way of behaviour in the things we do,” said pastor Chris Fulop. “For our young people wanting to explore Christianity a little more deeply, ZEAL ‘X-pand’ provides that opportunity on Wednesday nights from 5.30–7pm at Lion of Judah and a monthly ZEAL worship night called ZEAL ‘explode’ held on a Saturday night at one of the participating churches.” For more information visit the ZEAL Youth — Kauri Coast on Facebook page or contact Chris on 021 717 123. 

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Crowdfunding launched for activity zone  by Ayla Miller

Mangawhai Activity Zone Charitable Trust are appealing to the community for donations with the launch of their crowdfunding campaign. MAZ chairman and funding organiser Colin Gallagher says they have already raised $1.2 million, not including volunteer hours and donated materials, and would like to raise another $800,000 to complete their project. Mr Gallagher says that a large portion of this money will go towards the skate area.  Mangawhai Activity Zone Charitable Trust needs the “We have had it community’s continued support to complete their vision redesigned to an international standard for skaters are using it already. It offers another to train for the Tokyo Olympic Games place for families to assemble and in 2020.” to challenge themselves. There are a The funds raised will also go towards whole lot of reasons for people to go amenities including a functional fitness and get outdoors.” The campaign is being supported free area, three pump tracks, a sound shell for outdoor concerts and a cricket and of charge by website design and digital soccer field which is hoped to be ready marketing company Zeald. “The social media side of the for summer. The functional fitness area will campaign is quite important and we want include basic equipment for improving to get 10,000 likes on our Facebook page by the end of the year.” overall muscle strength. Mr Gallagher says people wanting “This will be at the beginning of our walking and biking tracks so people can to help out can visit the website www. give4maz.co.nz and like their Facebook warm up or down. “The activity zone is becoming a page by searching Mangawhai Activity centre for family outdoor activities. It Zone to be kept up to date with the is amazing to see how many people park’s progress. 

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Trophy for Aranga  by Ann Morgan

Aranga School pupil, Hunter Holster-Komene, has won this year’s Northern Wairoa Primary School Speech Competition — the first time the school has taken first place since the competition started more than 20 years ago.

 Hunter Holster-Komene, from Aranga School with the Northern Wairoa Primary School Speech Competition trophy

Friend of the school Fran Farrant gave the pupils speech coaching and says Hunter has focus and was able to take everything he was taught onboard. “Being a country school it is challenging to bring the same opportunities that city students have. When Hunter first started training he was very keen to try the competition,” said Mrs Farrant. She says Hunter has a lot of focus for an 11-year-old and he developed his speech, about poverty in New Zealand, very well. “It is a great opportunity for the

children to learn public speaking. It is an important skill to have for their future. “The school is very proud to have walked away on the night with the trophy. It was a real pleasure.” Hunter added, “I have always liked speaking in front of my family and people but it was very nervewracking at the competition. Looking at all the schools on the trophy was very exciting.” The event is organised by the Dargaville Rotary Club and the Northern Wairoa Principal’s association. 

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Removing the boundaries

 by Ann Morgan

New Zealand musician Laughton Kora was at Ruawai College last week mentoring students in songwriting, performance and career options in the music industry as part of the New Zealand Music Commission Schools programme. Laughton has been playing music since he was six-years-old and is known for his incredible voice and immense talent, and has been at the forefront of New Zealand music over the past decade. “I love it up here in the North, the people are lovely,” said Laughton. “It is important for me to go around and tell the students they can be artists and the cool thing is, you can be unique about it. As soon as you express art, you are expressing yourself. Laughton says the programme gives them an allowance to express their individuality. “This is really what it is about. I believe schools have a curriculum but don’t allow for the freedom to get stuff wrong and be experimental. It blows me away that music and theatre is

at the bottom of most schools’ list. “I don’t believe in the school system. It’s not a blanket that suits everybody. How boring would the world be if it was full of professors. The responsiveness and trust the students here at Ruawai College have given me has been huge. They absolutely trust in what they are doing and  Laughton Kora and students from Ruawai College what I am getting out is born artistically but the education of them. “They now have a lot more self belief system has a great way of shutting and they realise they can play music and that down. “They un-educate students out of it’s easy. They want to be here and learn and that requires a lot of intelligence that creativity so I am trying to bring it creatively.” Laughton believes everyone back in.” 

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“This service is crucial to Northland and we can all make a difference by donating what we can. The consistent theme we hear from those who have been rescued is that they never thought it would be them in need. This appeal is a great opportunity to help others out in our community.” Already in 2016 Northland’s Rescue Helicopters have completed more than 550 flights, with hundreds more expected before year end. The average cost per call-out is around $6800, while a return flight from Whangarei to Kaitaia alone costs more than $6600.

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Court appearances in Dargaville and Whangarei this week, following ‘good old-fashioned police work’, resulted in the arrests of three adults and four youths in relation to a commercial burglary near Whangarei after a vehicle was stolen from Dargaville and used in the offence . The arrests followed the burglary of Gasoline Alley in Maungatapere on September 8.Two 17-year-old males are to appear in the Dargaville District Court on September 22 and one 19-year-old male at the Whangarei District Court on September 19. The four youths have been handed over to Youth Aid. Senior Sergeant Rob Huys says Dargaville police have been ‘relentless’ in investigating a spate of commercial burglaries in the area over recent months, and holding people to account. “A significant amount of time and energy has gone into achieving this result, combined with good old-fashioned police work investigating numerous leads and making smart connections,” he said. “I’m sure that these arrests will make a

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Rescue ﬂight recipient Gillian Archer says the service is a must for the rugged Northland region, and one that the region could not go without. “It is the most amazing service, so professional. The pilots and crew operate it as a well-oiled machine that helps in any situation,” she says. Donate today at any ASB or at nest.org.nz and help our life-saving Northland Rescue Helicopters help you. Follow the 2016 fundraising campaign on facebook/northland.rescuehelicopter.

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Interim decision released on rates Justice Duffy has not yet decided what order to make in respect of an NRC refund of the unlawful rates charged and has asked the council to make further submissions and especially to examine how this ruling might affect the legality of the rates that it has set for its other constituent areas — Whangarei and the Far North. ‘Those rates might also be unlawful’. ‘The errors that I have identified are serious and substantial. In short, the NRC has failed to exercise its statutory powers properly when determining rates resolutions and it has unlawfully sought to delegate the performance of a number of

its functions in relation to rates to KDC. These are substantial and grave errors that warrant recognition by this court making declarations of invalidity’. The interim finding is the latest in a legal saga that has continued since 2012 when over a thousand KDC ratepayers withheld their rates because the council refused to acknowledge that the Mangawhai EcoCare wastewater rates, set to recover a $57 million cost blowout, were unlawful. The government then passed the Validation Act that confirmed the KDC rates. About 10 ratepayers still refuse to pay.

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Paradise in Pahi  by Ann Morgan

Paul Jeffries and his wife Andrea Prchal have chosen Pahi as the place to build a home overlooking the Kaipara harbour to relax, entertain friends and enjoy life.

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The couple own a small construction company in Auckland and are the supporters of various charities. “Andrea wanted a swimming pool and I said no, so she said how about a bach and suggested we buy within one-and-ahalf hours drive of Auckland,” said Paul. The couple saw the section in Pahi on Trademe and made an offer sight unseen. “We drove up to see it and fell in love with the place. “We met our neighbour thinking we were going for a quick cup of tea and ended up socialising for hours. It

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Wellsford’s extreme kayaker Gateway to careers  by Ann Morgan

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Internationally recognised Wellsford kayaker, ten-year-old Gage Forrest Laughton aka ‘Gump’, is joining forces with up and coming singer, songwriter and producer 21-year-old Dion D’Lucia from London.

The Otamatea High School Gateway Programme provides students with work experience and support to help them decide on career options for their future.

 Gage Forrest Laughton aka ‘Gump’ has been paddling since he was seven-years-old

Dion’s music will be in the soundtracks in the Wellsford Primary School students kayaking videos, giving both increased media exposure. Gage’s father Lee has paddled since he was 18-years-old and is a former New Zealand slalom team competitor. “Gage had a few paddles with me when he was seven-years-old and on one occasion we went down Rangitaiki River, which is a grade three river for kayaking. He took to the extreme sport immediately and his passion for paddling grew from there,” said Lee. Lee sent a photo from that day of Gage paddling to an international kayaking magazine and it went viral through the global paddling community. “Michael Burgin from Top Catch in Whangarei heard about Gage and gave him an up-to-date kayak and gear. They

were his first major sponsor and we are so thankful to them. Wettie wetsuits also sponsor him and other countries across the world are closely watching his progress.” The family, including his sister Darcie who also paddles, often travel the 11hour return trip to the Rangitaiki River for extreme training. Lee says that Gage is the youngest person in New Zealand and the second youngest in the world to take on extreme kayaking and people in the USA gave him the nickname ‘Gump’ because of his middle name being Forrest. “We have had invitations to travel overseas for paddling which we aim to do one day. Having Dion’s music in the background of our videos will give both of them exposure.” Follow Gage at Gage Forrest Laughton on facebook. 

“This year we have 63 places available for students in the senior school. The programme is administered by the Tertiary Education Commission and rolled out into schools throughout New Zealand,” said gateway coordinator Fiona Kemp. “We have a pathways class which is careers orientated. Students complete unit standards for career options and they can gain work experience at the same time. “Once they find the employment path they want to pursue we contact businesses  Sunil Tohu is in Year 11 at Otamatea High School’s and is studying forestry in the Gateway programme and ask if they are able to train a student.” they want, other options are pursued. Pupils also participate in courses Someone interested in construction that are external to the normal may end up enjoying carpentry more. school curriculum. The employers expose students to their “I had a student interested in industry and may end up recruiting them forestry. He has signed up with a when their schooling is finished. logging company and will gain unit “Someone may call and say they standards. Another student wants want a worker so we put the company to be a veterinarian so we organised on the list. The experience removes the time with a vet.” ‘I don’t know what I want to do’ factor Mrs Kemp says hands on and options can go from one extreme experience helps the pupils get a to another. Now students can say I am taste of the industry that they may be interested in this, what work experience interested in. If they find it’s not what can I get.” 

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Call for election action Local Government New Zealand has mounted a campaign to boost voter participation in next month’s local body elections and to raise public awareness of the value of local government and the role it plays. LGNZ president Lawrence Yule aims “to grow citizens’ understanding of the breadth of services delivered each day by local governments across New Zealand, and the impact those services have on their everyday lives. “By making that connection, we hope it inspires Kiwis to take a more proactive stance on the issues they care about in their communities,” said Mr Yule. “Ultimately, how well local government performs impacts

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LOCAL BODY ELECTIONS 2016

Planning for the future Progessing forward Trained architect, town-planner and timber joiner Christian Simon wants to build a better future for the Kaipara.

Authorised by Pete Hames 397 Central Road RD 1 Paparoa

Mr Simon has enjoyed living in the Kaipara for the past seven years and thinks it is one of the most unique and beautiful places on earth, however, he believes there are some issues which he would like to resolve. “I don’t like the farms in Kaipara to be sold to multinational investment companies that have no long-term interest in a healthy environment or outmoded infrastructure projects that claim to protect the environment but create unbearable debt and block more modern and appropriate development by imposing mandatory obligations,” he said. “I don’t like the best places in the district to be sold to the super rich so that we have to fight to reclaim access to our waterfront or our villages converted to just another uniform Auckland suburb, where the associated infrastructure later creates even more unbearable debt because it is not covered by the development contribution fee. “We need to elect candidates with strong backbones that are only responsive to our communities. We have to get up ourselves and stand up for our rights. We need a structural change. “The lesson for all communities from the Mangawhai Wastewater Treatment Plant disaster is that is the last thing we need. Such facilities need to be

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discussed locally, 100 per cent userfinanced, owned and operated. “Our communities are capable of finding the most appropriate and affordable solutions to our own problems, because we have to live with the outcomes. Our many voluntary groups are the true foundation of our communities. “Modern telecommunication offers a lot of information for everyone and allows a step forward in democracy. Searching and finding together the best solution for our community will enable politics to be fun. That is what we need.” 

Julie Geange has previously represented the West Coast Central Ward on Council and has once again put her name forward for the role as elected member. She has lived near the Kai Iwi Lakes for more than 20 years and with her husband runs a beef and dairy support unit and small accommodation business. She has three grown children. “I would like to see a progressive district that recognises that farming is the backbone of the economy, but it’s the people that make it a place to call home,” said Ms Geange. “Our communities are all different and we need to recognise this and work with them to get the best outcomes for all. “Our roading network is suffering and we need to do better. Who knows the roads as well as the people who live on them? Let’s talk to them. Let’s find the balance between ensuring debt reduction continues and still being able to drive home safely.” Ms Geange says she is passionate about her community and wants to be a part of shaping the future. “I believe we need to learn from past mistakes; going forward we need good sound governance, clear communication and robust financial reporting. We need to ensure our procurement policy is fit for

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 Julie Geange is standing for the West Coast Central Ward on the Kaipara District Council

purpose, contracts are well-managed and accountable.” She believes council’s planning documents need to encourage new business and not inhibit growth, balanced with appropriate protection of what already exists. “I am driven by fact and do not give up easily. I am open-minded and prefer a logical, commonsense approach above all others and urge people to vote in this election. ‘Your vote does count. Vote one for Julie Geange’.” 

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Standing for Otamatea Semi-retired Mangawhai resident, Peter Wethey, is standing for the Otamatea Ward in the upcoming Local Body Elections in October, under the tagline ‘A Fresh Start for Kaipara’. Peter emphasises the importance of building on the turnaround in council performance achieved in recent years. He believes it must focus on the future of Kaipara, not the past. “The elected councillors must provide strong governance and clear guidance to the council executive,” he said. “I hope the elections will deliver a strong forward looking council with the ability to consider district-wide issues without being ambushed by conflicts of interest or pet project agendas. I stand for transparency and accountability; consultation, collaboration and communication. “Having spent most of my working life in the corporate world and holding a number of senior executive positions in the pulp and paper and meat industries, I have experience and understanding of governance and its boundaries as well as strong financial literacy skills. “There is no ‘one size fits all’ for the Kaipara district. We have areas of high growth to areas of no growth and spread through the district are a number of business activities

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and a range of farming activities. I support planned development and infrastructure, underpinned by responsible financial policies. I also have a keen interest in responsible environmental matters. In recent times, I have volunteered time and experience, with a degree in chemistry, to assist the Kaipara District Council with water quality trials in Mangawhai Harbour.

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The Wellsford Lions Club was chartered in 1966 and will be celebrating 50 years in service in October. The club originally started in Kaiwaka and then moved to Wellsford to be more centrally located for members at the time. “We have discovered that there are still three charter members alive and we hope they can attend our celebration,” says club president Roger Farr. Roger has been a club member for some 29 years. Coming into its third year, the Roaring Truck Show held in February is the major fundraising event, replacing the original golf tournament which ran for

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Nobody could ever accuse the Case Optum 300 of a machine designed by half measures. Standing impressively tall and fitted out with massive, turf-gripping tyres a man can stand up inside, this heavy duty tractor is the key to intensive pasture management this spring. Winner of the coveted ‘machine of the year’ medal at Europe’s giant Agritechnica expo, Case can be justifiably proud of the advancements they’ve packed into the Optum’s notso-diminutive frame. These range from greater fuel savings and environmental protection through lower emissions, all the way through to the innovation which gives this tractor its name — a powerful, infinitely versatile CVT transmission, similar to that found in some modern automobiles. That means no more gear changes, as well as a useful on-road cruising speed and a variety of options to creep over pasture without disturbing the biota beneath. A tractor this large — and we’re talking a 5.7-metre tall colossus here — should not be so nimble, but the engineers at Case have worked their witchcraft to ensure responsive handling. It’s also worth noting that

driver comfort has been advanced along with the power output of the Optum — a good thing, as with both front and rear power take-offs ready to accept the biggest of implements, this is one machine destined to spend a long time in the field! In the Kaipara the home of the Optum CVT — and the rest of the Case IH range — is Dargaville’s branch of Norwood Machinery. That’s where the most vital component of this agricultural giant lives — the team who are trained, qualified and experienced to service and maintain it. With all that engineering and design packed in under the big red tractor’s hood, it’s a good thing that these specialist mechanics and technicians have received extensive training, not just in keeping Case tractors rolling, but also in repairing and servicing all the machinery which is so important this time of year on the farm. 

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Top talent on the tools  by Andy Bryenton

Nothing puts a dent in your lifestyle like a breakdown of those conveniences which make modern life so easy. A shorted circuit, a busted solenoid and suddenly you’re that bit closer to colonial times, with no washer, refrigerator or oven. It’s an inconvenience which can send a modern home back to the ‘dark ages’ — potentially ruining much more than just dinner plans. But help is at hand from the local team who have been a big name in whiteware for decades, Dargaville’s own McKay 100% Electrical. Since the power first came on in the

town by the Northern Wairoa River, the name McKay has been associated with the march of progress. Now new team member Ameet has arrived to ensure that homes kitted out with the latest modern conveniences stay ‘plugged in’, offering a comprehensive appliance repair service which covers

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Professional choices avoid costly mistakes There’s no substitute for experience. That’s the concept enshrined in law for the past few years, as changes to the way New Zealanders build and renovate come into force. The new law dictates structured guidelines for just who can undertake critical jobs on the building site — or even around the home. To avoid major issues when it’s time to sell, or indeed, to avoid becoming ineligible for insurance cover — it’s utterly vital that every job involving structural repairs and improvements, water, gas, electricity and weathertightness be accomplished by a qualified tradesperson. The problems faced in the past by homeowners who discovered sub-standard work far too late to hold so called ‘cowboys’ to account are supposed to be eliminated by the current rules — but everyone must play their part. Even apprentices in the trades these days carry cards which identify them as real tradies — their mentors and bosses carry even higher credentials, leaving no doubt as to the hard work they have undertaken to get where they are today. You may find that a tradesperson will

bring their apprentice on site to help with your build or renovation and this in itself is a mark of quality, meaning that your job will be covered meticulously by a master who has been judged good enough to teach. In any case, it’s always best to ask to see the qualifications of any tradesperson who you employ to work in your home or business. Those who we talked to in preparing this special feature said that they have been surprised in the past by how few ask to view the relevant credential before allowing a person with power tools into their home! Of course, part of that easygoing attitude in this part of the country is built on the wellknown faces and reputations of our top tradies. But it’s a good habit to get into and one which can ensure better results in the long run. 

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Sharing decades of know-how Work isn’t the end of learning — it’s the start of a whole new learning process. That’s why smart bosses keep up with ‘upskilling’ and why those who have been in a particular trade for many years have so many tips, tricks and techniques at their disposal. A local example of hard-earned knowledge at work comes in the form of Dargaville Diesel’s team of mechanics. Between them, Rodney and Brent have accumulated close to a full lifetime of experience under the hoods of everything with wheels. In the case of Rodney — also commodore of the local boating club — many vehicles which float as well. Both would agree that the modern workshop is a long way from the working environments which faced them as they first entered the trade, but as

it is said, ‘the more things change, the more they stay the same’. Some techniques have fallen prey to new auto manufacturing trends and technologies. Some tools have been replaced by more modern options. But the desire of the Kiwi motorist for an honest repair that lasts the distance remains, and of course, knowing the ins and outs of old-school, carburetor fired and classic machines comes in handy when your customer happens to own just such a hot rod. More than once,

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the old hands at a craft have been the last port of call for a frustrated auto owner, who could find no solution to their problems with those used to new materials and methods. The ethos of developing throughout your working life is nicely illustrated by modern apprenticeships, which begin the process of learning on the job early. Recently, Munns Flooring Xtra celebrated the graduation of their trainee flooring professional Jarod, who has now gained all three qualifications necessary to become a tradesman in his own right.

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Part of a grand tradition  by Andy Bryenton

As school leavers weigh up their options and head off into the world of higher learning, many will be considering a future in the trades. The word from those in the industry is that even more keen and intelligent young people are needed to keep our construction, engineering and technical fields full of fresh ideas and vigour. The idea of apprenticeships is an ancient one — in human history it pre-dates most religions, the concept of democracy or even the advent of mathematics. It’s a safe bet, considering certain hieroglyphic depictions of masters and apprentices learning and working together in ancient Egypt, that even the architect of the pyramids had an up-and-coming monument maker in his employ. During the middle ages the great Guilds controlled all trades, and apprenticeships were the only way forward for those not born into title and wealth. One hundred and ten guilds survive today as Livery Companies, including one which trains all the drivers of London’s black taxi cabs. Boys — for at the time, trades work was strictly gender segregated — competed to be selected as apprentice to prominent blacksmiths, woodworkers, armourers, tailors and more, for a dutiful apprentice would one day inherit his master’s business. Modern apprenticeships in New Zealand do not follow the ancient rules

of master and apprentice, but serve to teach both practical and theoretical knowledge in a hands-on fashion. Organisations such as BCITO oversee rigorous training programmes for young people getting their first start in the trades, and, unlike tertiary study, an apprenticeship means getting paid to learn. It’s also a perfect career path option for those who learn better by example and practice rather from the printed word. And with shortages of trained plumbers, electricians, builders and flooring specialists predicted as the working population ages, it’s also a swift path to self-reliance and business ownership. For many years an academic bias and the perception of the practical trades as somehow lesser to clerical-based professions meant that apprenticeships were seen as inferior to a bachelor’s degree. But, with an average of four years study, eight hours a day, five days a week, today’s Kiwi apprentice may very well put in the work of a doctoral student! That guarantees great results for the next generation in the trades. 

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Dargaville Library School Holiday Programmes — Due to space issues we have to limit the number of participants in our programmes. Tickets will be issued on a first come first serve basis in the library. Pick up your ticket today if you would like to attend. Will be held Wednesday 28 Sept “Photobooth” and 5 October “PJ Party” 10.30 — 11.30am. Friday Friendzy, 21st & 28th Oct, 4th Nov. 2016 5:00pm — 7:00pm. Methodist Church — Corner Awakino Rd & Normanby St. Children aged 6-12 years. Cost: $7 per child per night or $10 Family per night. Contact: Margaret Bishop 439 5065 wk. e: newmanengineering@xtra.co.nz or 021 102 1820 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 Maniacs 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. 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

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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.

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Kaiwaka community movies. Sept 23 Florence Foster Jenkins (meryl streep) 7.30pm $10.00. Sept 25 Angry Birds 2.00pm Matinee $5.00. Sept 30 Hunt for the Wilderpeople 7.30pm $10.00 Rotary Fundraiser. Info:094312234

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Community Flea Market First Saturday of the month, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, opposite Dargaville Town Hall. $5 per table — book now 09 439 7243. Dargaville Riverside Market corner Totara and Kapia Street, Thursdays 12.00pm–4.00pm, phone 021 549 427 or see us on facebook. Kaihu Market is taking a winter holiday until October 8 2016. 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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CONTRACTORS

4T-DIGGER – BOBCAT – TIP TRUCK Property Maintenance – Driveways – Building Sites Stump & Tree Removal – Hole Boring – Chain Trencher Calf Shed and Stockyard Cleaning KAIPARA – WHANGAREI – RODNEY Phone Matt: 021 199 6677 Email: mprabrownecontractors@gmail.com

PLASTERER EXTERIOR Render Services Limited

CERTUS Financial Group Stuart Sterling

Licensed building practitioner: 117193

Mobile: Phone: Fax: Res: Email:

Mobile: 027 499 7540 skoj@slingshot.co.nz www.renderservicesltd.com

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

PRUNING | GARDENING | SCRUB CUTTING RUBBISH REMOVAL | WATER BLASTING

Phone Gavin for all your property maintenance needs on

09 972 8878 or 021 926 362

CLASSIFIEDS

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

and other leading companies

Osteopath, Tues-Weds 8.30am- 5pm Thurs 12pm – 5pm

PAINTING | FENCING SERVICES

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

Poto St PO Box 300 Dargaville New Zealand

Acupuncturist, Monday’s 9am- 5pm

LAWN MOWING | WEED EATING & SPRAYING HEDGES | CHAINSAWING | FIREWOOD

COVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

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

QFE Adviser

SHANE O’HALLORAN

HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTERED

42 Normanby Street, Dargaville (Old post office building)

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 27 September 2016 edition is 10am Monday 26 September 2016

For Sale

Nurseries & Plants

Work Wanted

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

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

CARPET LAYER complete installation of new and used carpet/repairs/restretching/quality service. Phone Ian 027 499 6413.

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. CARAVAN EWOF (and marine). Call your local inspector today at A+ Electrical Inspections and Security on 021 240 6764.\ DISC BRAKE Pads. For car and light commercial vehicles. Large selection in stock. Inder’s Auto One 09 439 8219. SUZUKI QUAD 300, good condition, 7,300ks, $2,900 ono. Phone 021 156 7099.

Business ALL GLASS and Glazing – available 24/7. Splashbacks – Mirrors – Tabletops. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

Garage Sales STAMPS, WOOL, Jigsaws, embroidery cottons, towels, worked doilies, tapestries also bric-a-brac. 39 Ranfurly Street, Dargaville. Phone 09 439 7365.

Security SECURE YOUR home – Security Doors, Grills, Locks, Bolts, Stays, Latches – Supplied and installed. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

Storage SECURE UNITS for Domestic & Commercial use. Also workshop space available, best rates guaranteed. Phone 09 439 3075. dargavillestorage.co.nz.

Elections

GOT2GO PLANTS, Greselina Large Plants $8.00, Bottle Brush $6.00, Cordyline from $6.00–$8.00, Clivias $3.00, Pohutakawa Vibrance $8.00, Gazanias $1.00, Flaxes 20 types $5.00, Coloured Manuka $6.00 + many more. Wednesday to Sunday, 9–4pm. Ph 09 439 5556. 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru. THE RUAWAI Corner Place Garden Centre. Tomato Plants over 20 varieties from $2.70ea, look for our super 6 pack for $10. Fancy & Heading Lettuces, Cucumber, Capsicums, Chilli’s & Egg Plant. Courgettes, Pumpkins & Buttercups. Beetroot, Cabbages, Cauli & Broccoli. Kale, Silverbeets, Strawberry Plants, Garden & Snow Peas. Dwarf & Runner Beans, Sweetcorn, Flower Seedlings, Fruit & Citrus Trees. Eftpos available. Now open 7 days, 9-5pm. Phone 09 439 2115.

Tree Services

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. FOR ALL lawnmowing any size, property maintenance & repairs, exterior/interior painting, waterblasting, welding, cowshed repairs & licensed security guard work. References available, free quotes. Call 027 439 7990 or 09 439 7990 A/H. 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.

TREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified & Insured. Ph Scott 0800 468 9663 Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

2 BDRM Flat, must be workers, no pets, $240pw. Please ph 027 481 7611.

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

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.

Found

Wanted

MATURE, NEUTERED, very friendly grey cat found on Mititai Rd Arapohue. Ph or txt 021 216 1182.

SMALL HOUSE or cottage/sleepout for tidy reliable working male. Dargaville or surrounding areas. Text or phone Chris 021 063 0566.

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

Phone

09 439 6068 Situations Vacant MILKING ASSISTANT wanted for 300 cows, Aranga area, some experience preferred and must be reliable. Phone 09 439 4678. THE

KAURI MUSEUM 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.

To Rent

DODGY TENANTS been up to no good? What’s really been happening in your rental. Meth contamination testing. Reasonable rates. Reliable results. Certified tester. Email phil@apservices.co.nz. Phone 020 4117 9255 or 09 439 0045.

Work Wanted

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: • Exceptional customer service

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

439 2020

Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA

• Strong communication skills • 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.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER SEPTEMBER 20 - 2016

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 27 September 2016 edition is 10am Monday 26 September 2016

Septic Tank Services 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.

Situations Vacant

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.

ALUMINIUM JOINER

LIBRARIANS 2 POSITIONS

Permanent and casual Are you passionate about books and reading? Would you like to work in an environment where there is never a dull moment? Do you get a buzz from meeting customer needs? Kaipara District Council is looking for a permanent and casual Librarian to work in the Dargaville Library. For more information and to apply for this job go to: kaiparadc.recruitmenthub.co.nz Applications close Monday 26 September 2016.

Where It’s Easy to Live

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. 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. METH CONTAMINATION testing. What’s really been happening in your home, rental, bach,caravan or car? Reasonable rates. Reliable results. Certified tester. Email phil@apservices.co.nz. Phone 020 4117 9255 or 09 439 0045. 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. WINDOW & Door repairs – Seals, latches, stays, wheels, hinges, locks, glass & glazing. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 09 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or visit my website: www.windowanddoors.co.nz – Window & Door Services Ltd.

Dargaville Bobcat Services Any job big or small. We do them ALL

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.

Livestock GRAZING AVAILABLE for 50 head carry-over cows or similar. $4.50 per head/per week. Possibly long term available November. Phone 021 228 2671 for arrangements.

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. ANGLICAN 2017 Calendar $15 at Fun ‘n’ Games Shop, Mackays Arcade & Inder’s Auto One. Enquiries phone Anne 09 439 8424.

Public Notices

Death Notices

The Dargaville Lions Club are now in the process of compiling the 2016-2017 Telephone Directory. If you have not been contacted re a listing or you wish to place an advert please contact a Lions Member or phone 09 439 7558.

LINN, LAURA Passed away on 13 September 2016 peacefully at her home. Dearly loved partner of Stephen. Loved mother of Bonnie. Loved daughter of Mary and late the David Linn. Her funeral service was held at the Lighthouse Function Centre. Harding Park, Dargaville on Friday 16 September 2016, followed by private cremation. All communications to 27 Heawa Rd, Aratapu, Dargaville 0371.

DARGAVILLE ARTS ASSOCIATION

FREE WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN All spaces have been filled for September 29th and October 6th. Please contact Patricia 021 439 698 or Robyn 09 439 6959 to leave names and contacts for future workshops for children.

Arts ion

Associat

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

Experienced joiner to cut and process aluminium joinery. Heavy lifting is involved. Must be 100% reliable, high standard of workmanship and productivity is expected. Long term employment with good conditions. Immediate start. Send your CV to dargalum@vodafone.co.nz or 13 Normanby St Dargaville Applications close Sept 30th 2016.

Muddy Waters Gallery

09 439 6933

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022

In memory of

Bridge, Shirley Dawn, 18-8-1927 – 17-9-2015

Family, friends, Dargaville Methodist Church and the Kaipara Community remember Shirley who left us a year ago.

43 Hokianga Rd, Dargaville

Kings School of Dance Term 4 Timetable 2016

Francis Anne Cole 12.01.53 - 19.09.06

NEW STUDENTS

10 years gone, we miss you everyday.

Phone 09 439 0280 or 021 232 6966 Ask for Sonja to enrol for term 4.

Terry and Karen Duncan

FREE & CONFIDENTIAL NW Family Budgeting Service. Advice and complete money management if required. Call at 5 Portland Street or phone 09 439 8592.

New Students 6–9 yrs: 4–6pm Mon

MEET THE Candidates. 20th September 2016, 7–9pm, Dargaville Club, 53 Victoria Street, Dargaville. Free and all welcome. REMINDER NORTHLAND Short Film Competition – Entries Close 30 September 2016. Email: jacobap@xtra.co.nz THE GREATEST blessing in life is peace with God and that comes through trusting in Jesus Christ. TOOT TOOT what a hoot, riding the rail carts. Phone John now 021 238 7869.

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

Avoca Tangowahine Public Hall Society Inc

AGM

Monday 3 October 2016 7.00pm At the Avoca Hall All Welcome

New Students 3–5 yrs: 3.30–5pm Wed

New Students 10–pre high school: 4–6pm Tue & Fri New high school students: 6–8pm Mon & Thur

ARAPOHUE SCHOOL CALF CLUB DAY Friday 21 October 2016 11.30 start for judging Open Class available (Non championship) for:

In loving memory of Maureen Heather passed away on 16 September 2012.

Another year has passed but the memories will carry on. Every love story is beautiful but ours was the best. For you happiness was a destination not a way of life. I hope they remember you. Your loving husband Edward (Ted), step-daughter Donna and family.

Home schoolers & pre-schoolers Students of other schools (for animals needing another walk before Central Day) Adults (who want showing practice) In conjunction with the Arapohue School 140 year Reunion For further information: Phone Arapohue School 09 439 7513 For entry form, email: admin@arapohue.school.nz

K A I PA R A Te Kopuru Boating Club

Dargaville Community

Cinema

Charitable Trust

Dargaville Community

Cinema Charitable Trust

AGM Tuesday 18 October 2016. 6 pm at the Anzac Theatre. 37 Hokianga Road, Dargaville ALL WELCOME

AGM Sunday 25th September, 3pm at the TK Boat Shed. All Welcome, new members encouraged

FURNITURE TRUCK HIRE Hire or use FREE* when you buy or sell Real Estate with Gary Morris

Call: 021 902 087 Email: gary@fnkaipara.co.nz

Family & Sexual Violence Support Services • 24/7 Crisis Support • A confidential, safe, supportive environment to talk • Emergency Housing or assistance with relocation • Prevention Education, Parenting & Empowerment programmes • Individual and Family Therapy Counselling, ACC Sensitive Claims

Phone 24/7: 09 439 6070 or National Help Line: 0800 88 33 00 Office hours: 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday Office: 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

ARAPOHUE SCHOOL 140 YEAR REUNION Labour Weekend: 21 to 23 October 2016 Register Now before 30 September Registrations to arapohueschoolreunion2016@gmail.com Phone Raewyn Robinson 09 439 2512 or Raewyn Clarkin 09 439 4903

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

In Memoriam

EXPRESSIONS OF interest sought – for qualified painters to undertake the re-painting of roofing at two large commercial locations. Call to quote – 09 439 6214 ext 6.

*T&C apply Licenced under REAA 2008

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

DRIVE PHONE FREE!

facebook.com/arapohueschool for online registration Registration forms available at The Shoe Box Victoria Street, Dargaville.

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47 MCKAY CRESCENT, DARGAVILLE

$215,000 88 FREYBERG ROAD, DARGAVILLE

$235,000 98 RANFURLY STREET, DARGAVILLE

$245,000 6A BELLBIRD CRESCENT, DARGAVILLE $240,000

IDEAL STARTER HOME

CLASSIC TRUE BLUE 1940’S WEATHERBOARD

JOIN THE PROPERTY LADDER TODAY

CHARM OF YESTERYEAR

This is an excellent first home. 3 bedrooms, open plan living area, near new kitchen, bathroom has shower over bath & vanity, internal access garage with storage or workshop area, private area at rear. Currently rented for $250.00 per week.

Traditional 1940’s weatherboard home with timber joinery. 3 double bedrooms with great storage in the master room, 70s vibe bathroom, separate shower. The house has been recently painted both inside and out. The yard has the 1/4 acre fenced section with single garage and garden shed.

This centrally located property features 3 double bedrooms, open plan living with a deck off the dining room, is fully fenced plus there is a heat pump, single garage and is close to all schools, doctors/hospital and the town centre. Current tenants are happy to stay on and are paying $255 p/w.

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3746

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3744

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3749

This is a fabulous character home. Situated in a no exit street. 2 bedrooms, master bedroom opens onto sunroom/office, well appointed kitchen, bathroom is fresh and modern. Enjoy the rural outlook from north facing deck which receives all day sun. If you love the charm and character of yesteryear then this home is well worth your consideration. SELMA PETERS 021 828 402 WEB ID RJS3692

32 NORTON STREET, TE KOPORU

$235,000 38 FREYBERG ROAD, RUAWAI

$325,000 25 HAIMONA STREET, DARGAVILLE

$265,000 110 BIRCH ROAD, MATAKOHE

$398,500

GREAT FAMILY HOME

CHARACTER BUNGALOW IN RUAWAI.

HOP ON BOARD TODAY

ESCAPE TO TRANQUILITY

This property offers the family plenty of room in the house, a great shed for the lads, 961 sqm section, open plan living area, large kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sep toilet, large laundry with room for freezer, front covered patio with view to the river, rear covered patio, 3 bay garage / 2 car / 1 workshop, water supply - roof & bore. RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3747

Grand lady who has had a makeover. Large family orientated property with 5 bedrooms and open plan living area. Modern interior yet retaining the charm of yesterday. This transitional villa features a modern and functional kitchen, spacious dining room, large sun filled lounge opening onto the outdoor living area. MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3732

This 3 bedroom home features open plan living, freestanding fireplace, is fully insulated plus has good garaging with plenty of workshop space and a potential 4th bedroom or project room. The section is 1012m2 & has fruit trees to keep you going, great first home or rental investment

This beautiful lifestyle with mature native bush Totara, Manuka & Kanuka, streams, bush tracks, abundant bird life, north facing grazing paddocks, dams, good electric fencing. The cottage comes with an outhouse, implement and storage sheds. If you´re looking for peace and privacy call me now.

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3577

JILL WILSON Mob 021 505 712 WEB ID MRE1885

136 HORNIBLOW ROAD, MATAKOHE $315,000 LOT 32 HEATLEY RD, WHAKAPIRAU

$319,000 549 GORGE ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$449,000 7 BICKERSTAFFE ROAD, MAUNGATUROTO

$295,000

OPEN HOME

CHARACTER IN THE COUNTRY

KING OF THE HILL

FAMILY RETREAT

GREAT FAMILY HOME

1920´s three bedroom + office home with single garage and workshop. Sheltered spot surrounded by farmland. Enjoy pleasant rural views while only having responsibility of your 881 m2 site. Ample parking for cars and boat. Freshly renovated inside and out. Woodburner. Decks. Great outdoor access. MRE1917 RHODA MORRISON 09 431 6912 or 0274 800 691

On the eastern side of Heatley Rd is this stunning block with two building sites both looking out over the harbour and surrounding pastures with a great pond and some bush. Build here and feel like king of the hill overlooking the Kaipara. The paddock goes down to the water where small boats can be launched and larger boats at the wharf. GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE1855

Set on a couple of acres surrounded by paddocks in Maungaturoto, Kaipara. With expansive views, many different rooms and two sleep outs, it would be perfect for those that like space, peace and quiet or those that want to work from home. With so much to offer including a huge playground to keep the kids busy you won´t want to leave! GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE1826

3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, single garage 1950´s home on 964m2 section handy to township and schools. Offers under the benchmark of $240,000 incl GST previously offered to Te Uri O Hau are not being sought by the Vendor and will not be considered. OPEN HOMES: Sat Sept 10th & 17th, 1-2pm

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

110 Victoria Street 143 Hurndall Street

www.roperandjones.co.nz

roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE1909

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

Dargaville Realty Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Licensed under REAA 2008