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June 28 2016

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Battle of the districts A visit from Japan

Dargaville High School students will be saying ‘Yokoso’ or ‘welcome’ …

Two decades of harbour care

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 Tangowahine hosted Tangiteroria for their annual inter-district test matches in front of a crowd of 250 spectators, including MP Winston Peters. The Taylor Cup netball was played at the Tangowahine School and Tangiteroria won 46–16. The crowd then moved to the Stevenson’s property ‘Tuidale’, to the paddock that has been the district sportsground since the early 1900s. “The field was in top condition and Tangowahine retained the Tito cup with a 76–5 victory,” said groundsman Rob Stevenson. “This is probably one of the last remaining inter-district clashes of it’s kind in rural New Zealand and looked forward to greatly each year. The day ended with a famous Tito whanau hangi at the after match celebrations at the Avoca Hall.”

Candidate for upcoming election  by Ann Morgan

Aoroa dairy farmer Penny Smart is putting her name forward for the Northland Regional Council in the upcoming local body elections in October this year.

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Ms Smart and her husband Hal Harding own a dairy farm which has now converted from biological to organic. She has experience as a farmers’ representative on the Fonterra Shareholders Council, is chair of the Northland Dairy Development Trust, is a trustee on the Kaipara Hospice Trust, is involved in Toastmasters International, and is a member of the Institute of

Directors and the Governance New Zealand group. This year she has been participating in the Kellogg’s Rural Leadership programme where her project was on organic dairy conversion. “It feels like a natural step to put my name forward for the NRC. To me the regional council is about making sure that Northland is moving forward

sustainably, both environmentally and economically. I have a good understanding of the differences between governance, management and representation and am well practiced in listening first, asking questions and making decisions.

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 Students from Matakohe school recently made a trip to Planetarium North in Whangarei where they were able to view different types of telescopes and learn about the variety of stars and constellations in the night sky. Teacher Natalie Lynch says it was an awesome educational experience. “It was a cool way to tie in science into the myths and legends project students are currently working on, around Matariki.” The trip was funded by the Kauri Museum.

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LET’S TALK RUBBISH Our environment is one of the things that makes Kaipara a place where it’s easy to live. We want to keep it that way. A REMINDER • Use Blue Bags for all non-recyclable rubbish • Use Yellow Bags for recycling. If you want to use another provider, it’s up to you to find out when they collect and where their collection sites are. • Put your household rubbish out no more than 24 hours before collection, or before 8am on collection day. Why? Rubbish is a magnet for rats and other animals which is why we have Council Bylaw 404(1), which means you could receive a $500 fine if you put your rubbish out too early (or too late and leave it out for a whole week). • Consider your neighbours – if you don’t know where to put your rubbish for collection, check our website www.kaipara.govt.nz or contact us on 0800 727 059 for advice. Please don’t put your rubbish outside other resident’s driveways or where a school bus picks up and drops off kids.

 Paparoa Lions met recently for the annual Change of Officers dinner with a number of guests from Kaipara Lions clubs. Ashley Cullen was installed as the incoming president and past district governor, Huck Taingahue, installed the new officers and inducted three new members of the Paparoa club — Charlee Kerr, Tony Bozzard and Roger Price. The club would like to extend thanks to Sharl Short for the donations for the fundraising auction held at the end of the evening. Pictured from left: Bryan Walker, Huck Taingahue, Jim Rowlands, Ashley Cullen, Lawrie Stevens, Mark Pilkington, Stephen Seager, Ken Chambers, Pete Hames, and Graham Donald.

Snow filled adventure

• We’ve reviewed our refuse collection cages and sites, removed cages and extended kerbside collections at Topuni/Oruawharo Rd Area and Pouto Point. Also identified for changes in the near future is the Omamari West Collection point on the corner of SH12 and Omamari West Rd. • Illegal dumping: We’ve reviewed our collection sites because there’s so much illegal dumping. Kerbside collection is funded through the sale of the blue and yellow bags. However, it costs every ratepayer extra to collect illegal rubbish dumped, which is not fair or acceptable. • What you can do: If you see someone illegally dumping rubbish (in a black bag or otherwise) please call us. Your call can be anonymous. If we can identify the offender, we’ll issue and infringement notice and fine them. We appreciate all the help we can get to help keep the Kaipara district safe, clean and tidy for all Kaipara residents and visitors to the area. • Recycling – The Awakino Transfer Station recycling area has been upgraded and is easier for you to drop off your sorted recycling. The majority of recycling can be dropped off for free during open hours. • Public litter bins – Public litter bins are provided for general everyday litter that is created by the visiting public to the area. Please do not put household rubbish in these bins.

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 Students from Ruawai College headed south to Mt Tongariro and Ruapehu where they enjoyed seeing a site not familiar in Northland — snow. Student Bailey O’Sullivan was one of 15 who travelled to Tongariro to conduct two assessments. “Everyone agreed this trip was an enjoyable experience and we all learnt a lot.”

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Announcement benefits Kaipara  by Ayla Miller

The government has allocated $200,000 to improve the road stretching between Dargaville and Tokatoka as part of their recent announcement to inject $95 million into improving Northland and Auckland roads. Road safety projects for the Kaipara announced as part of the Safer Roads and Roadsides programme also include project investigation beginning 2016/2017 for State Highway 1–State Highway 12 to Wellsford. The announcement came as part of the larger $600 million programme which will see safety improvements made on more than 90 high-risk sites on rural State Highways in 14 regions throughout the country. This programme will see work begin on nearly all high risk roads where there have been five or more fatalities in the last five years. Matakohe resident, Sue Reyland, has been campaigning for safer roads for four years since her and her daughter were involved  Simon Bridges, Minister of Transport, has announced plans for the Safer Roads and Roadsides programme which in a head on collision includes some funding set aside for the Kaipara and says she is ’thrilled’ Northland and Auckland are getting conditions, wearing seat belts and not driving fatigued, impaired or distracted. $95 million. Manager for Road Safety Education With our exceptionally high toll in the Programmes in the Whangarei and Kaipara district, we must be mindful of Kaipara District, Gillian Archer, says she the causes of these crashes, and so avoid any more families and whanau too is pleased with the news. “I am delighted to hear of new funding with weeping holes of devastation from for road safety treatments to the road lost and injured loved ones.” Minister of Transport Simon Bridges network. The sites chosen represent those with the highest rates of fatal and says up to $100 million will be invested serious crashes and as such will greatly annually in the programme over reduce the risks arising from motorists six years. “This includes $94.9 million for roads making mistakes. “Along with safer speeds, safer identified as high risk in the Northland cars and safer people — safer roads and Auckland regions.”  is the other key segment leading to a Find Kaipara Lifestyler safe road system. Drivers still need to on Facebook make the right choices of driving to the

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Candidate for upcoming election Being an NRC councillor would be about looking at the big picture for the whole region as well as representing the Kaipara.” Ms Smart says being a dairy farmer and a female is a good mix. “Females often have the soft skills and add diversity on any governance board. Diversity can bring balance, different perspectives and produce good debate which can result in good decisions being made. Here in Northland the timing is good to really move ahead, especially now that we have some central government attention and resources coming our way. Compliance will be an ongoing issue and we need to make it a positive for all involved. We want to keep young people in Northland and attract others to  the area. “I am very keen to hear people’s issues and solutions. Northland has a lot going for it and it would be great to be involved in its future.” 

Penny Smart is running for the Northland Regional Council

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Maungaturoto to lose banking The Maungaturoto Money Exchange which was set up to fill the gap left behind when the only bank in the town closed down, will be opening it’s doors for the last time on Wednesday, June 29. After serving the community for 17 years the exchange will close as a result of a gradual decline in transactions over the last few years. The Money Exchange has been operated through the charitable company Maungaturoto Residential Care Ltd, the trading arm of Maungaturoto Community Charitable Trust. Trust spokesman Donald McKay says the Exchange was established to provide a banking service for residents, opening three days per week. In 2015 the money exchange made a loss of $6,291 and this year Mr McKay says it is tracking to double that. “The community trust cannot afford to shoulder these increasing losses

which are predicted to continue increasing due to the ongoing use of electronic transfer of funds. The exchange has over the last 17 years consistently processed over twenty thousand transactions per year, delivering over $20 million dollars of banking per year to banks in Whangarei, peaking at thirty million in 2007–08 with a gradual decline to fourteen million in 2013–14. There has been a sudden drop to $11 million this last year 2014– 15, and a further drop this year to $10million. “This has seen a corresponding drop in the number of transactions processed. ANZ bank have been approached to consider locating an ATM with deposit facility in the town.

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Kaipara property market heating up  by Rose Stirling

Property prices in the Kaipara have for the first time surpassed the previous housing market peak of 2008. At the last peak the average property price in the district was $396,711 — it now sits at $410,918. That’s a 3.5 percentage increase. However it’s a big leap from the market low in late 2009 when the average property price bottomed out to $288,976 in October of that year. The percentage change between that low and today’s market high is nearly 35 percent. In May 2015 — the median value of all properties in Mangawhai was $445,550. Last month it was $537,700 — an 18.8 per cent increase. Property values in Dargaville have risen substantially as well but not quite as much. The median property value in Dargaville a year ago was $199,000 — it now sits at $228,700 — a 13.4 per cent increase. Maungaturoto median property value this time last year was $251,200 — it now sits at $284,400 — a percentage change increase of 12.4 per cent. First National Roper and Jones Director Jill Wilson says there are

 Jill Wilson First National Roper and Jones Director says low interest rates and the booming housing market in Auckland is having a positive impact on property prices here

two main drivers behind the upturn in property sales. “The driving force behind the upturn is that the economy is buoyant and people are confident that the interest rates are going to stay low and of course we are getting the push from Auckland.” 

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A visit from Japan  by Ayla Miller

Dargaville High School students will be saying ‘Yokoso’ or ‘welcome’ to two groups of Japanese students next month.

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A stitch in time...  by Rose Stirling

A craft club for adults is proving popular with residents of the seaside village of Tinopai who say it’s not just about getting creative. Tinopai Crafternoons’ team leader, Jo Smith, says that it’s also about providing an opportunity to socialise. “It’s a chance to catch up with other people around the village. It’s an opportunity to catch up with people you may not otherwise see, unless we had this get-together.“ The group formed two years ago by Lyn Lang and Gay Neales, and the late Val Warner. Originally the group only got together in the afternoons hence the name Crafternoon. However the get together has proven so popular that they’ve

 Last year’s group of Japanese students interacting with Dargaville High students on the school pool in kayaks

This is the sixth time the school has had Japanese students visit from this island of Yakushima which has a ‘sister city’ relationship with Dargaville thanks to a link between their Jomon Sugi cedar tree and Tane Mahuta in the Waipoua Forest. “From our point of view it is really good for our students to meet their Japanese counterparts. They get to learn about a different culture and a country that is so important to New Zealand for tourism and trade purposes,” says DHS Japanese teacher, Corine Leach. “For the students that are studying Japanese it is an excellent opportunity for them to practise what they have learnt.” The other group will be made up of students from all over Japan and both will study English during their time

here whilst interacting with Dargaville High School students. The Japanese students will also take part in some local tourism activities including visiting The Kumara Box and taking part in the Footprints Waipoua tour. “In the past students have visited a farm for calving and we have had someone teach them flax weaving,’ says Corine. “The first group, from all over Japan, will be here from July 26 to August 16, and the second group from Yakushima Island, will be overlapping from August 1–15. We’re still looking for several host families.” Anyone in the community who has any experiences they would like to offer the students or a place to stay can call Corine on 021 189 9247, or via the high school on 439 7229. 

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Source: Roadsafe Northland Tragically, in the first six months of the 2016 year, Kaipara has recorded seven deaths year to date, all people from our community. As drivers, we need to heed the advice of the police and our road safety authorities. Let’s: • Wear seat belts. • Read road conditions better.

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expanded so that it’s almost an all day get-together. “We are a nice friendly group and we always welcome new members,” says Jo. According to Jo some people do paintings, some do jewellery making and others like herself do scrapbooking and knitting. “Some people sew. A few ladies were doing Chinese painting. So whatever you want to do, you can do it. ” The group meets fortnightly from 10.30 am until 3pm at the Tinopai Hall on the first and third Wednesday of each month.

Thank you for volunteering. Last week was National Volunteer Week. The theme this year is to make time to volunteer and to give thanks to those who do make the extra effort.

Volunteers and community groups make our communities work. They provide the support and often the passion that builds community development. They may fill a need for a period, as did the Maungaturoto Money Exchange when the banks withdrew in 1999. They may be about for the long term, as are those that keep our libraries, galleries and hospices going. They include those who stand for elections to school Boards of Trustees, knowing that such positions can be stressful. They join service clubs. Volunteers assist to preserve our environment and native species. They help protect our waterways and harbours, contribute to our parks and reserves, build walkways, and provide the passion that community projects need. Many volunteers participate in the community quietly, without being noticed, supporting those who live alone and need support, or families that are struggling to make ends meet. Others also raise awareness about issues like abuse (March for Moko this week) and bullying. These same people often help fill gaps where assistance is needed. Let’s take time to acknowledge their passion, to thank them, and to make time to contribute.

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Showcasing rugby talent

New head girl at DHS

 by Ayla Miller

The Dave Culham Taniwha Shield will be held in the Northern Wairoa this year and Kaipara teams are getting ready to show supporters what they are made of.

 Dargaville High School has a new head girl at the helm. Former head girl Tamer Barnes handed over the reins to Caitlyn Kumar at a school assembly last week. It is believed to be the first time a head student has left the school mid-term. Tamer who is moving with her family to Australia said she was sure Caitlyn was more than capable of succeeding in the role. Caitlyn thanked her school friend saying: “I’m really honoured and excited but nervous as well to live up to Tamer’s standards.”  Northern Wairoa Taniwha 2016 team

Maunganui, Bay of Islands, Hokianga, Whangarei Bears, Whangarei Grizzlies, Northern Wairoa, Rodney/Otamatea and the President’s team which is made up of some players from each region, will go head to head in a ‘round robin’ tournament with the two finalists battling it out on July 16. Northern Wairoa team manager, Joey Bradley, says it is a privilege to spend time with the players during this time and says the event helps them grow and gain confidence. “It is a rite of passage type event. We have a good shot this year because we have an experienced team. “It really inspires them and gives them something to aim for. We can showcase the Northern Wairoa and it means the

teams will have lots of supporters on the sidelines.” JMB club president, Graham Hutchings, says the competition has always been a special tournament for Dargaville and the players. “It is their first opportunity to represent Northland and it is one of those tournaments that brings the community together. We get some large crowds when we travel away so we are hoping for some big turnouts from the local community to watch the games.” He says there are a few team members who have competed last year and will bring with them some valuable experience but believes it is all about how they handle the pressure on the day. The tournament will take place from July 12 to July 16. 

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This Kaipara waterway poses a stark contrast to the much healthier Waipoua River (inset). Graeme Ramsey says attempting to rectify waterways and harbours will continue to be a big challenge for future regional councillors.

MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT

ocal body elections are nearly upon us and Kaipara people are being urged by the departing deputy chairman of the Northland Regional Council to make their votes count. Graeme Ramsey, council’s Kaipara constituency representative, says it’s important that people get involved and have their say in who will represent them around the council table after the October elections. “Traditionally, local government elections have very low levels of voting, even more so for regional councils,” he says. “The large numbers of people who don’t vote mean that we wind up with a council that doesn’t reflect its community. At present, for example, the regional council has no women on it.” Graeme says to a large extent this is a reflection of the lack of knowledge about what the council actually does. “If people realised the impact that regional council has on our communities, they would understand how important it is to get the best people that we can to represent us.” Graeme, who announced recently he would not be seeking re-election to council this year, explains the regional

council’s core role is the environment. “Council sets the standards in rules that govern how we can use water, air, land and the coast. A new Regional Plan is due out shortly, which is the culmination of three years’ development. It is extremely important, given it will set the rules for when resource consents are – and are not – required.” Graeme says in recent years, council has also taken on a role in economic development. “There’s more than one million dollars in salaries and administration going to Northland Inc annually and I believe the question needs to be asked, ‘is this the best use of community money?’” “If this was invested in infrastructure, for example rural broadband or roading, making it easier for people to work from Northland, would we be get a better bang for our buck?” He says the issue is an important one which should be being debated by communities. “The challenge ahead is for council to increase the transparency of the work that it does in order to increase interest in it.”

As caretaker of the majority of Northland community resources, the council “should be actively and publicly discussing issues, rather than making decisions largely out of sight of the public”. Another big challenge for council is to raise its service levels. “Like any monopoly without competition, it can be difficult to get an accurate steer on how good the services are that you are providing. A recent survey of residents suggested that the NRC’s service provision was nowhere near as good as we had thought.” However, he says the regional council has made real progress on a number of issues recently, including: • Raising attention on freshwater quality • Getting councils to work together on issues around sediment and the Kaipara Harbour • Manchurian Rice Grass and kauri dieback. “But the jury is still out on our impact on economic development and halting the introduction of new pests such as Mediterranean fanworm. In addition, the future of our rail and port remains very much in question.”

In conclusion, Graeme says the next council faces big issues: • How to best use the assets that NRC holds on behalf of Northland • How to protect our environment in the face of new pests and changing weather • How to rectify the impacts we’ve already had, especially on our waterways and harbours • How to improve the quality and costs of the services we provide • How to get people involved in what we do and the decisions we make. “As this is my last councillor constituency column, I would like to thank people from the Kaipara for their support over the last six years and wish the new council all the best for the next term.”

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Change-over for brigade  by Ayla Miller

After six years as chief fire officer at the Maungaturoto Volunteer Fire Brigade, Eric Bennetto has stepped down, with local farmer Paddy Thornton taking the helm. Mr Thornton has previously held the role of deputy chief fire officer for the past six years and has been a member of the Maungaturoto brigade for 24 years. Mr Benetto will continue on in the brigade. “I’m looking forward to the challenge and I hope I can do the job justice,” Mr Thornton says. The role of deputy chief has been filled by Michael Tovine. Mr Tovine has been a member for nine years and has recently turned his passion for firefighting into a career. The pair look forward to their respective roles and say they are committed to working together to ensure a safe, efficient and enjoyable place for

the volunteer crew to operate and to ensure a professional service is delivered to the Maungaturoto community. The Maungaturoto Volunteer Fire Brigade would like to thank Eric and his wife Josie for their time and effort as well as the farmers who nominated the brigade through the AFFCO Bobby  From left: Mike Tovine, Maungaturoto Volunteer Fire Calf Scheme. Brigade’s new deputy chief fire officer and new chief The brigade are currently fire officer, Paddy Thornton focussing on recruiting a younger generation of men and women. these calls,” says Mr Thornton. “Every time the siren goes off, no To find out what being a volunteer matter where it is, someone is calling firefighter is all about contact CFO Paddy for help. We just ask people to consider on 027 201 0397 or DCFO Michael on devoting some of their time to answering 021 138 6461. 

Two decades of harbour care  by Ayla Miller

The Integrated Kaipara Harbour Management Group recently celebrated 20 years of working towards a healthy and productive harbour in the very same marae they were born. Around 45 people attended the quarterly hui at the Otamatea Marae with representatives from councils, iwi and other invested parties and community organisations. Programme Manager Willie Wright says the group came together to discuss progress with implementation of the workplan and to reflect on their progress over the last 20 years. Mr Wright says in the next 20 years the group will focus on increasing their network and stakeholder partnership involvement. “We aim to keep fencing more waterways, rivers and foreshore for stock exclusion and increasing our riparian planting regime, creating more ‘best practice’ sites and ambassador sites for environmental benefits and outcomes increasing our role of kaitiakitanga of the Kaipara harbour and catchment.” The group also intend to continue to research and plan for climate change impacts, restoring and enhancing sustainable use of fish and invertebrate

 Members and associates of the Integrated Kaipara Harbour Management Group gathered at Otamatea Marae to celebrate the group’s 20th anniversary

stocks with a Kaipara Harbour fisheries management plan. IKHMG administrator Jane Worthington says the hui was a chance to recognise the work following post Treaty settlement provisions. “The thing I enjoyed most about it was the total feeling of camaraderie and how we have such a diverse range of

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Busy times and positive outcomes Last week I thought we had come to the end of ‘drunken’ native pigeons as we only had two at the Centre. Well now we are back to eight inside but the good thing is they suffered minor damage only. The harrier hawks are still coming in big numbers. As soon as we release a few we receive more. The giant petrel has been released back to sea. Each bird has its own personality and this one was hungry all the time! When these big sea birds come in, we have to feed them on fresh fish, prawns and ox heart as it is important to keep their fat content high. When released they can go for days before finding fresh food back on the sea and many of these large sea birds are quite young and get caught in the big storms well out at sea. The older birds have learnt how to fly around a storm but not these young ones. Once they reach shore, if they land on a beach that is ideal but if they go further inland they have trouble trying to take off as they can’t run on hard surfaces and need to be in the water. If you find a bird that has something wrong with it, please pick it up and keep it warm and dry. Never try and feed an injured wild bird as the stress is so high that feeding it will probably kill it. If you are unsure what to do then contact the Centre on 094381457 so we can tell you what to do or we can arrange help for you. The native pigeon is another one that should never be left on the ground after hitting a window. If they have damaged a wing then they can’t get away to a safe tree, they will end up being caught by a dog or cat. If it hit a window and is sitting on your deck and nothing can chase it then just let it sit there for a while. In many cases it will recover and fly away. If no one is around when you bring a bird to the Centre, just leave the bird in one of the cages on the deck at the Recovery building. Leave your details on the white board so we know where to set the bird free when it recovers. It’s important that all birds go back to where they come from. I would like to thank the IC Motor Group for their support with our Nissan ute. Some rust started showing on the roof and they had it repaired in no time, saving our Centre funds that we simply don’t have. It was sad to see Stewart Bowden resign from Kiwi North as he made some really good changes while he was there.

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the entire family — sparkling satire, marvellous melodies, and scintillating silliness abound in this topsy-turvy tale of love and misadventures. This isn’t the first time that ORT has brought this classic tale to life. The first production of The Mikado was performed in 1972 under the direction of Betty Shepherd — a Life Member of ORT. Opening night is Saturday, July 2 and the show will run for eight performances over three weekends. Ticket sales are open at Tony’s Lotto Shop, and also online at www.ort.org.nz. Adults are $28 and school students $16. An optional $20 two-course meal package is available for Friday and Saturday shows, at the Country Club. Meals must be booked in advance. 

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Funding workshop to benefit community  by Rose Stirling

A funding workshop is set to help local clubs, groups and organisations make the task of sourcing funding for their various activities a whole lot easier. Lorraine Davidson, Dargaville Community Development Board manager, says the Progress Your Organisation Activities workshop is free and will help various community groups to access funds for their activities by providing the opportunity to speak directly with leading funders such as: Sky City, Foundation North, Te Puni Kokiri, Pub Charities, The Kaipara District Council, The Department of Internal Affairs, and Exult. “This is a great opportunity for those that have previously filed grant applications into the too difficult basket, to kickstart their group club or organisation into knowing how to do it.

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Emphasis on pure resources  by Andy Bryenton

As the impact of the British referendum and the looming ‘Brexit’ is felt around the world, discussion of new trade deals across the European bloc has cast fresh light on one of the big issues discussed at this year’s National Fieldays. Debate surrounded the twin issues of water purity and milk chiller temperatures on dairy farms, as measures to regulate and monitor both of these core principles of dairying hit the spotlight once again. With many farms still on ‘water exclusion’ — a form of testing regime stemming from contamination of dairy shed water supply — and with no change to milk chiller performance rules slated for 2018, the current slim payout in the sector has had many operators looking at the best options to meet guidelines for the most cost effective price. In the arena of water purity, many are looking beyond the simple necessity of purifying washdown water sources, using media filters and ultraviolet light.

It’s rightly pointed out that water is the fuel for good growth, and that taking the outlay required to purify some of the farm’s water supply — be it from stream, well, or bore — is more economically expanded to treat all water, even that consumed by livestock. The reasoning better calf growth and healthier animals will lead to more milk in the ‘big picture’ is scientifically backed up, but searching for a cost-effective system which can achieve the volumes required is still a high priority for farmers who want to avoid ‘exclusion’ testing here and now. Thankfully, innovative ideas in this field are already in the market. In the chiller section, it’s a race against time, as 2018 seems like a long way off but is in fact just around the

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A dog’s tail …

An eye dog predikshin “Y’no Dog,” Boss sed as we went round the paddicks to check the finces were in good shape, the troffs all filla water an’ the gates all closed. I waitid, then he sed it agin, with sum more. “Y’no. I reckin you cood probly pick the Merican lections.” Well, blow me down readas, wear did the Boss get this frum?. “Reelly Dog,” he went on, “ya cood. The blokes atta pub reckin you got it rite about that Donild Chump in yer kolimn the other week. Ya reckind we shud ban him from getting’ inta NZ eh? “Rekind he’s a bitta waste of space ina Merican elections. Well, they hada octopuss predictin’ the result ova werld cup a few years back, why not a borda colly eye dog pick who gonna get ta live ina Whtle House? Mattra of fact readas, maybe I cood. I’ve bin helpin’ Boss’s gerlfrend Sharlene reada paper fruma kattil stop, an’ its bin filla stuff about the Chump, wiv his oringe hair, an’ I reckin that bloke is shootin’ hisself ina foot. Well, that’s wot Sharlene sed, wen he kicked his maniger inta touch. She red this, in her school teacher voise and spellin’. “Donald Trump fired his top aide yesterday as a campaign to stop him from becoming the Republican candidate in this year’s United States election gathers momentum....into a force that could derail the billionaire’s campaign.”

Yep readas, riting mite be ona wall for tha Chump. An ther is a roomer that he’s runnin’ short of munny, wiv only a millyin dollas ina bank. Sharlene ana Boss reckin Merican’s gotta have more munny that wot our bull (whoops, Sharlene crossed that out) — anyway more munny than anyone, if they gonna get inter tha White House. They reckin that John Ki gotta lotta munny, but Boss sez kiwis don’t care. (Hey tho’, I bet them peeple livin’ in cars in Orkland cares heeps.) Well, enyway readas, ter cut a long story short, I reckin the Chump gonna crash and burn (hey, I getting’ good at these sayin’s eh?) and that Hillry Clintin gonna win the ‘lection for prezident. Boss giva big chuckle wen I wrot that down. “Ya realise Dog, that if she gets ter win the lections, that will meen that Merica will set a new record. Cos her husbind Bill was prezident before, they’ll have two prezident’s wot sleept ina same bed together! Boss looked pleezed with hisself, and wandered off to tha woolshed frige, wen we finished ona farm. An’ I kin smell roast pork froma homested! Mum’s here for a week. Gotta go give her the eye before tee time! Cheers, Billy

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August 19 Northern Wairoa football club trivia nite fundraiser $10 per player 6 per team to be held at Dargaville Fire station to enter and info contact Kumar 021 322 486 or Allen 027 353 5100 A Cuppa and a Story. 11.00am– 11.30am Friday July 1. Residents age 50+ join us for a cup of tea and a story. Experienced storyteller Barbara Adams will keep you entertained with short stories and poems. Free at Dargaville Library. Phone 09 439 3150 for further information. As we do not hold A Cuppa and a Story during school holidays we will commence again in August on the 5th and 19th. Dargaville Library July 2016 Holiday Programme. Wednesday July 13, 10.3011.30am — Dargaville Author Visit. Local author Maureen Sudlow will read us her new book Fearless Fred and the Flood. You will meet a local author, hear a pirate story, make some pirate crafts and one person will win a signed first edition copy of the book. Wednesday July 20 10.30–11.30am at the Library — Biscuit decorating. Hear a cooking story, learn some decorating techniques, decorate some biscuits and take home your treats. Dargaville Library, 71 Normanby Street, Dargaville (09) 439 3150 Quiz Night — Fundraiser. Saturday July 2. Anglican Church Hall. Arrive 7pm onwards, start 7.30pm sharp. Teams of 4–6, with limited tables available. $10

per person. Register your team now by phoning Karyn 439 8219 day/evening 439 8872 or Kaye 439 1504 evenings. Children’s dance classes. Whangarei Academy of Dance are bringing dance classes to Dargaville. Classes commence Term 3. Ages 3+ Limited spaces so be sure to get in quick. Register your interest and find out more information by emailing laura.dance@hotmail.co.nz or holly@ love2dance.co.nz. 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. Arapohue School Reunion — Celebrating 140 years on Labour Weekend, October 21–23. A Tipple and Talk is planned for Friday evening at the Arapohue Hall. Official celebrations at the school from 10am on Saturday followed by Dinner, Dance and Entertainment at Dargaville Town Hall in the evening. Sunday a Church Service at All Saints Church, Mititai followed by a BBQ lunch at Arapohue Hall. Registration forms are available at the Shoe Box, Dargaville or on Facebook or email arapohueschoolreunion2016@ gmail.com Girls Brigade For girls 5–15 yrs. Build friendships, Christian values, cooking, crafts, games and loads more. 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. Everyone welcome. Back entrance Town Hall. For any enquiries call Anneke 027 334 5515 or Lynley 09 439 8160.

Maungaturoto

Olla Podriga talent contest and variety night. A great night’s entertainment for all the family. Come along and watch our singing talent and variety items on Wednesday June 22 at 7.30pm Otamatea High School. Tickets on sale at school office. Adults $10 Students $5.

Wellsford

Alcoholics Anonymous will be holding a public meeting on Saturday July 16 at the Wellsford Community Centre 1 Matheson ave Wellsford between 7.00pm–8.30pm, to raise awareness of the disease of alcoholism in our community. Wellsford Country Music Club 2nd Sunday of the month 1.30pm at the Wellsford District Community Centre 1 Matheson Road Wellsford $5.00 entry or $4.00 for members Resident band. Singers/visitors welcome. Join us for a great afternoon’s entertainment and meet fellow music lovers. Phone John for further info 09 425 4041.

Mangawhai

Mangawhai Artists Gallery ‘Drop in’ and ‘Draw ‘ — every Wednesday until the end of August, everyone welcome — only $3. Ring 431 4955, Wendy Clifford for more info.

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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, ph 021 549 427 or see us on facebook. Kaihu Market is taking a winter holiday until October 8 2016. On second Saturday of the second month, 9am-noon. Kaihu Hall, stalls free, proceeds to fundraising for the hall. Esma 09 439 7293. 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. 44 View St, Maungaturoto Centennial Community Hall. Fresh produce, arts, crafts and more. 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 Beach and Country Market at the domain every Sunday 9am– 1pm. Stalls/car boot sites. Bookings 027 458 6144. 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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Be entertained, meet new friends, enjoy an afternoon tea and friendly conversation. We meet at the Dargaville Rugby Club the first Tuesday of every month. Entrance $6 per meeting and this includes afternoon tea.

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Acupuncturist, Monday’s 9am- 5pm Osteopath, Tues-Weds 8.30am- 5pm Thurs 12pm – 5pm 42 Normanby Street, Dargaville (Old post office building)

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June 28 - 2016

KAIPARA LIFESTYLER

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 5th July 2016 edition is Monday 4th July 2016

For Sale

Situations Vacant

Property Maintenance

Birth Notice

BRAKE DISC Pads for all makes and models available from Inder’s Auto One Dargaville. Phone 09 439 8219.

MILKER REQUIRED for 500 cow dairy farm. Can be milking or a little bit more. Tidy 3 bedroom house, Dargaville area. Phone Lana 021 723 941.

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.

RAMSEY SCOTT, Joanne and Lara welcome with love Aidan Inness Ramsey. A bonny boy weighing 10lb 7ozs born 17th June 2016. Grandparents Stuart and Tanya, Bryce and Odette Hall are delighted.

CENTURY BATTERIES less 10% during June and FREE entry into the draw for a Mediterranean Cruise. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville. Phone 09 439 8219. CLOTHES DRYER Fisher & Paykel wall mount. Good Condition $100. Phone Wendy 09 439 6992. FARM BIKE seats upholstered, same day service at Dargaville Honda, Jervois Street. Phone 09 439 1089. Come in and meet the ‘Team’. FORD FALCON 1994, auto, Silver Ferns Car, 2 owners, WOF & REGO. Owner sad to sell. Quick Sale $800.00. Phone 028 406 2075. HAS YOUR car got a blown bulb? Automotive bulbs available from Inder’s Auto One Dargaville. Phone 09 439 8219.

POUTO SCHOOL “Empowering our Future” FULL TIME FIXED TERM TEACHER FOR TERMS 3 & 4. Are you a well organised, enthusiastic and energetic teacher who maintains high professional standards? And can you start in Term 3? Then this position is for you. ICT skills and basic te reo me te tikanga, or better is an advantage. Phone the Principal: (09) 439 5251 and/or email your information to principal@pouto.school.nz

Dargaville Veterinary Centre Ltd Dargaville

Veterinary Centre Ltd

WEANED PIGLETS 8 to 16 weeks old. Birkshire/ Duroc X from $80, Two Boars 18 mths $300. Phone 09 439 7042.

DRY FIREWOOD for sale $75+gst/mtr. 2mtr minimum. Pine/Macrocarpa mix. Free delivery Ruawai, Paparoa and Maungaturoto areas. WINZ registered, quotes available. Call Glenn 021 983 734 for your order. FIREWOOD DRY Gum hotmix $80 per cubic metre. Delivered Kaipara area. Phone (09) 439 0403. SEASONED & Dry firewood (MAC) $90 all inclusive with delivery. Phone 027 271 2022.

MONTHLY MARKET 2nd July, Community Hall, Hokianga Road, Dargaville opposite the Town Hall, 8am to Noon. Something for everyone.

For Rent

Any job big or small. We do them ALL

We require a self-motivated customer focused person to join our team. The position is part time for four hours a day five days a week split between Dargaville and Ruawai Branches. Please send your CV and a covering letter to todd@dargavillevets.co.nz. Applications close Friday 8th July.

Work Wanted DOMESTIC HOUSEWORK, vacant house clean, also can include windows, stove/oven and carpets. Phone Libby 021 0228 0028.

DENISE CLARK Toenail & Fingernail Cutting Service

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

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

Phone or Txt Paul

027 271 2022 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. EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA. MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the Kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

CARPIE WOOL BUYERS

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Avoid Drink Driving

Servicing Farms & Lifestyle Blocks. Phone Vaughan on 021 743 277

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

Nurseries & Plants NATIVE PLANTS available from Babylon Coast Gardens. Specimen trees, ornamentals, hedging, windbreaks, shrubs, groundcovers. Riparian, effluent pond and revegetation plants available for Autumn planting. Nursery is open on Saturday’s 10am to 4pm and at other times by prior arrangement. Discounts for bulk purchases, delivery service available. Situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Rd Dargaville. Ph 09 439 4223 or email info@babyloncoastgardens.co.nz

Livestock

DAIRY CATTLE – SHEEP & BEEF LOCAL FARMER/AGENT

Andrew Simpson: 027 449 1228

WAYNE & ANNETTE Ph 09

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Dry Aged Beef Specialists Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

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

JESUS REALLY really loves you. He is watching over you ‘cause he loves you so. You can talk to him anytime. LINKING HANDS AGM, Monday 4th July — 7pm at Linking Hands Office, 131 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto. All welcome. LION OF Judah Community Church 10.30 Sunday “Peace to the Brethren, and love with faith, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ in sincerity - Amen”. EPH 6: 23,24. NEIGHBOUR DISPUTES? No enquiry is too big or too small. Call in for free, confidential advice at Dargaville Citizens Advice Bureau, 37 Hokianga Road, Mon–Fri, 10am–1pm or phone 09 439 6100 cab.dargv@xtra.co.nz. URGENTLY REQUIRED a house for 1 adult, 2 children. Clean and responsible tenants. Refs and bond available. Phone Victoria 021 0886 1433. Northern Wairoa Voice for Life

AGM

Thursday 7th July 7.30pm Gospel Church beside Fire Station.

100 IT’S NOT A TARGET

All Welcome.

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Caring for our community Atawhai Tia Te Takiwa

WHAKAMANA HAUROA LIVING WELL PROGRAMME

For people with Chronic Health Conditions Supported by Manaia Primary Health Friday mornings July 29th–Sept 2nd Nurses Lounge, Dargaville Communuty Health Building Cost: FREE! To register contact Bev Hart: 09 439 8079 ext 6526

FREE TRAINING 18 week construction & painting programmes Location: Dargaville Open to all ages

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS — If you want to drink, that’s your business — If you want to stop, maybe we can help. Meeting: Mondays & Thursdays. Phone or txt 09 439 5248 or 027 841 7999.

Sheep Shearing

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.

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.

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HOUSE AVAILABLE, 3 bedrooms, newly painted inside and out in exchange for milking. Phone Lana 021 723 941.

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.

Part time position Dargaville Vets

Garage Sale LOOKING FOR treasure, come to my sale. House lot all near new, excellent condition & quality. Cash only — no holds. 9th & 10th July starting 9am–3pm. 47 Baylys Street, Baylys Beach.

PAINTER SEMI retired for small to medium work. For quotes phone 09 439 5557.

Dargaville Bobcat Services

SUZUKI ROAD Bike 2006, GSF 1200 Bandit, WOF & REGO, 63,000 ks, $6,000 ONO. Arthur 021 0248 4100.

Firewood for sale

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.

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

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KAIPARA LIFESTYLER June 28 - 2016

CLASSIFIEDS

Phone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 5th July 2016 edition is Monday 4th July 2016 Death Notices

Bereavement Notices

Bailey, Brenda

Orevich: Vilma (Val)

FURNITURE TRUCK HIRE

Dargaville Rod & Custom Club

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

DARGAVILLE AERO CLUB

AGM

Our dear friend and (ex) old Red Cross volunteer.

Call: 021 902 087

Wednesday 6th July 7pm at the Northern Wairoa Hotel.

AGM Saturday 2nd July 2016

Passed away on the 19th June 2016 in Dunedin Hospital.

Email: gary@fnkaipara.co.nz

Simply the best

All welcome.

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Baylys Beach Surf Lifesaving Club

BADMINTON

Paparoa Farmers’ Market

Every Saturday

AGM

Seniors (14yrs +)

9am till noon

Sunday 10 July 2016 11am To be held at the Gillespie’s House 70 Baylys Coast Road, Baylys Beach All Welcome

Mondays

Paparoa Village Green Local produce - veggies, honey, eggs, fish, plants, soap, bread, coffee, crafts and gifts.

7pm – 9pm

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Come and enjoy the market atmosphere and the buskers.

2pm at the club rooms

Dargaville Town Hall (rear entrance) Some racquets available

NORTHERN

WAIROA

ALL WELCOME

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FREE & Confidential Budgeting Service. Advice & complete money management if required. Call in for a friendly chat or give us a call. 5 Portland Street Dargaville

PROHIBITION (RĀHUI) NOTICE FOR THE ISSUING OF PERMITS TO HARVEST TOHEROA A Hui was held at Te Houhanga Marae, Dargaville in August 2014 to discuss the serious decline of Toheroa on Ripiro beach. The decision was made to place a rāhui on the taking of Toheroa on Ripiro beach from Maunganui Bluff to Tikitiki stream to help revive the critically depleted beds. Notice is hereby given by the Te Roroa Whatu Ora Trust and Manawhenua Board that there will be no issuing of permits to harvest Toheroa due to the decline and reducing stock numbers. Te Roroa excercises their manawhenua and customary authorities over their area.

09 439 8592

In this instance from the Maunganui Bluff to Tikitiki south Māhuta This rāhui has NOT been lifted.

Looking to a brighter future

Will be sadly missed by us all. Rest in Peace Brenda - Josie.

Public Notices

PENSIONER UNIT TO RENT

One bedroom unit to rent in the Kauri Court Masonic Village, Dargaville. Great value, sunny unit. Suitable for independent, active, over 60’s. Masons and non-Masons very welcome. For an application form or more information visit www.northlandmasonictrust.co.nz or call Chris Mason 09 438 3109.

DRIVERS NEEDED Assist those in need, become a Volunteer with Town and Around. Interested? Please phone: Rev Wilkinson 439 7253 or Darryl Quirk 439 6306

NOTIFICATION OF CHANGES TO WEIGHT AND SPEED LIMITS Notification of weight and speed limits on bridges Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to regulations 11(3) of the Heavy Motor Vehicle Regulations 1974, the Kaipara District Council has fixed the following maximum weight and speed limits for heavy motor vehicles on the bridges described hereunder: BRIDGE I.D

LOCATION

Aranga Station Road

204_5696

Bob Taylor Road

Mamaranui Road (South)

MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF ANY ONE AXLE (KG)

GROSS WEIGHT (% OF CLASS I)

MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT (KM/Hr)

5696 from SH12

7000

215_421

400m from State Highway 14

5500

122

236_569

600m from State Highway 12

4500

Monteith Road

139

246_7495

1900m from Aranga Coast Road

6500

Omana Road

158

156_982

1000m from Pukehuia Road

6500

Pukehuia Road

229

165_6588

785m from Omana Road

7000

100

Swamp Road

263

434_569

569m from Paparoa Oakleigh Road

Taipuha Station Road

266

436_2074

2074m from Paparoa Oakleigh Road

Waihue Road

313

269_26345

750m from State Highway 12

Waoku Road

325

276_3435

3300m from Marlborough Road

8000

10 10

3000

Notification of weight and speed limits on roads Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Regulations 10(4) of Heavy Motor Vehicle Regulations 1974, the Kaipara District Council has fixed the following maximum axle weight for heavy motor vehicles on the roads described hereunder: NAME OF ROAD River Road

As many addresses are unknown. Please accept this as personal acknowledgment. “Life without you has forever changed. Miss you so much.”

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IN MEMORIAM

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Remnant, David Noel (Jock) In memory of our son tragically killed 29 years ago 26/06/87

Dearly loved son of Liz & the late Noel, brother & brother in law to Paul & Andrea, Jacqui & Mason and Uncle to Brooke, Jemma, James & Logan. Forever in our hearts.

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Ramsey, Jill Maxine A year has past when you were called from above to join your precious Ernie.

Remembering you is easy, we do it everyday but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. The emptiness has now been eased by the joy of a special new addition, wee Aidan Inness Ramsey. A namesake for the McInness–Ramsey families. Thank you for being a wonderful Mum, Grandma and great Grandma. Forever in our hearts. Love from your family.

PUBLIC NOTICE

OLD BRIDGE I.D

The many phone calls, visits, food, cards, flowers and offers of help were very much appreciated.

Blessing from us all to you.

Public Notices

NAME OF ROAD

Bronwyn and John, Vivienne and Pete, Shelley and Brent, Dean and Shona and families wish to sincerely thank you all for your kindness and support shown during Mums passing.

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EUROSTILE Public Notices

Public Notices

LOCATION

MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF ANY ONE AXLE (KG)

ROAD CONDITION

From Murdoch St to cul de sac

Heavy Vehicle Axle Limit 2000kg

Instability

These restrictions will apply from 1 July 2016 until repairs necessary for upgrading of the bridges/roads have been completed

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Northern Wairoa RSA

Extraordinary General Meeting 9th July 2016 at 12pm. To elect Officers of the Club. General Business. Nominations to be in by Wednesday 6th July 2016. Nomination Forms at Clubrooms. D Fagan, Interim President.

NEW BLOOD WANTED We need you! Give blood at…

DARGAVILLE TOWN HALL 37 Hokianga Road, Dargaville

With Sincere Thanks Following the recent road tragedy in Kaipara, the Westmount School community and the families affected have been overwhelmed by the kindness and condolences extended. Hundreds of community groups, schools, businesses and individuals have given support in many different ways. This has been a significant comfort to all who are suffering from the loss of family members. On behalf of our community, I would like to acknowledge this support and express our gratitude. It is deeply appreciated and will never be forgotten. Phil Muir Northern Region Principal Westmount School

MONDAY 11TH JULY 1.00pm - 6.00pm Please remember to bring photo ID E.G. drivers licence, passport or your donor card

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67 SEAVIEW RD, BAYLYS BEACH

$255,000 19 SEA VIEW RD, BAYLYS BEACH

$210,000 9 FINLAYSON PARK AVE, DARGAVILLE $160,000 28 COLVILLE RD, DARGAVILLE

$195,000

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Traditional Bach less than 50 metres to the beach. With 4 rooms you can fit all your family and friends. Gully kitchen, 3 bdrms, shower & vanity, storage room, open plan dining & lounge, garden shed, town water supply, septic system. This could be your family’s ideal beach pad!

Forget about a caravan when you can have a low maintenance porta cabin on a fully fenced 1469sqmtr (approx.) corner section. The porta cabin has a floor area of 30sqmtrs , single bedroom room with bathroom and kitchen. Deck for enjoying those summer nights.

This 3 bedroom home features open plan living, a separate shower and bath, free standing fireplace and is insulated. Also has a carport, garden shed, covered front porch and the flat 766m2 section is fully fenced. Could do with some tidying up and has rental investment potential.

This is a 1900’s built villa with a separate lounge and open plan family dining & kitchen. 2 large bedrooms, combined bathroom and laundry with separate WC. Carport at the rear of the house. This section is 1012 sqm.

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3699

MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3392

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3706

SELMA PETERS 021 828 402 WEB ID RJS3693

168B TURIWIRI WEST RD, DARGAVILLE

$220,000 7 SKYLARK CLOSE, DARGAVILLE

TURIWIRI TREAT

• 2 bedroom • Open plan living • 1 bathroom shower/vanity • Single garage • Functional kitchen Subject to boundary adjustment being completed - 2170sqm. Currently rented $210 p/w

RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900 WEB ID RJS3700

2372B SH 1, KAIWAKA

$248,500 25 HAIMONA STREET, DARGAVILLE

$205,000 LISTINGS REQUIRED URGENTLY

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This home is a 2012 build with open plan living, all modern interior with functional and easy flow floor plan. Not the biggest footprint but then this house offers low maintenance, is warm and fully insulated, double glazed aluminium joinery with a weatherboard exterior. Tenant is paying $270 pw.

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

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MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937 WEB ID RJS3707

CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668 WEB ID RJS3577

DARGAVILLE 09 439 7295 MAUNGATUROTO 09 431 1016

$230,000 13 GOEBEL ST, TINOPAI

$295,000 64 OVENS RD, MATAKOHE

$690,000 41 JUMNA RD, MAUNGATUROTO

$195,000

RUSTIC RETREAT BESIDE STREAM

HOLIDAY BEACH BACH

PRIVATE AT MATAKOHE

LIFESTYLE STUNNER

1 Ha Lifestyle nestled in valley next to NZ´s largest kauri forest on Pukekaroro. Off the grid, yet convenience of gas califont for your hot water shower, Generator, gas cooker & fridge. Mezzanine floor plus pine cabin offers extra room for sleeping. Site goes down to esplanade stream reserve. Call Rhoda to view. MRE1865 RHODA MORRISON 09 431 6912 or 0274 800 691

Two bedroom holiday bach with country and water views. Downstairs garaging. Enjoy alfresco dining from the top balcony. Open plan living. All day sun. Borders onto council reserve allowing extra play area for your children. Great set up for fishing on the Kaipara. Private cul-de-sac spot. Walk to beach. Call Rhoda to view. MRE1856 RHODA MORRISON 09 431 6912 or 0274 800 691

6.33 ha (approx.) with 2 x 3 bedroom homes. Both have a great outlook of the surrounding farmland. Half round barn with lean to for plenty of storage, old cowshed all enclosed. Grazing land mostly flat to easy contour. Ideal for you and the extended family.

Sunshine heights is a premier subdivision approx. 4 Km from the centre of Maungaturoto. The block boast some mature trees and stunning rural views, as well as access to a residents only small boat launching area in the subdivision.

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651 WEB ID MRE 1854

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 WEB ID MRE1867

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

www.roperandjones.co.nz

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

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