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Golf club disbandsFollowing the sale of land that has been the home to Matarua Golf Club for 65 years …

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p Fire brigade and St John work together on a scenario to test their skills and knowledge during a training night at Turiwiri Produce Ltd

Emergency services join forcesu by Ayla Miller

Kaipara emergency services have moved to boost inter-agency communication with more than 50 personnel combining for a night of training focussing on trapped persons and farming accidents.

D a r g av i l l e a n d Maungaturoto St John along with Ruawai, Dargaville and Te Kopuru fire brigades met at Turiwiri Produce Ltd outside Dargaville where they were given two scenarios designed to train them in releasing people trapped under heavy objects.

The evening was overseen by St John Whangarei territory manager Wally Mitchell, Dargaville St John station manager Sally Parkinson, and a clinical coach from Auckland, Angela Meyrick.

Mr Mitchell said the main aim of the exercise was to practise inter-agency and communication between the two organisations.

“The situations were unusual, but relevant, now we are moving into summer and harvest time.” Deputy chief fire officer Michael Ross said the scenarios gave his fire fighters a chance to see what their equipment is capable of.

“We had to work with a one team approach and we each have specialist skills.”

Dargaville paramedic Raymond Dempsey, who organised the training night, said he aims to arrange similar activities at least once a year.

“The evening went extremely well. It exceeded our expectations. We want to

thank Turiwiri Produce Ltd for donating the equipment for the scenario and letting us use their land.” He says a key message at this time of year is to use common sense when on the farm. “Let people know where you are going and when you will be back so you can be expected and found.”

The two groups are keen to recruit more volunteers. Mr Mitchell says not only do St John volunteers receive all necessary training, there is also a great social environment and the

opportunity to gain a National Diploma in Ambulance Practices.

St John volunteers must be a minimum of 18 years of age, hold a full driving licence, a clean police record, and be of reasonable fitness. To be a volunteer firefighter you must pass a security and medical screening and be at least 16-years-old.

Those interested in volunteering can contact their local Chief Fire Officer or St John station manager to find out how they can help. ¢

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p Jemma and Tanya Ramsey of Dargaville made their way over to the Central Hotel to take part in the Northern Wairoa Lions Inc. antique and collectors’ afternoon. Collectors came from all over Kaipara as well as Whangarei displaying china, restored antique furniture, and sought after books. Funds raised went to Hospice Kaipara.

p A bunch of happy artists unleashed their creativity and tested their painting skills at Wednesday Crafts, held at the Greenways Community Centre in Dargaville, which was until recently, the CMA building. Wednesday Crafts offer a chance to learn new skills and for mid-week social time. The group were encouraged to paint their version of a sunset with silhouette trees on canvas and lots of fun was had by all.

p Scott Fowlie of Carters Dargaville with his 4.1 kilogram snapper which he caught whilst attending the Carters Annual Fishing Competition held in Mangawhai. The fish saw him receive third prize. The competition saw 120 entrants with 1st prize for the heaviest snapper at 6.1 kilograms going to Ash Soliniki from Kerikeri, 2nd place was Ben Lay from Mangawhai with his 5.6 kilogram snapper and Phil Hoskins of Mangawhai won the apprentice prize with a 3.1 kilogram snapper.“A great day was had by all,” said organiser manager of Carters Mangawhai, Andy Starr

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Rates court saga continuesMangawhai resident Bruce Rogan is adamant that he and his wife will appeal the court decision ordering payment of over $20,000 in unpaid rates, withheld in their ongoing dispute with the Kaipara District Council.

The long-running saga stems from the financial blowout on the controversial Mangawhai sewerage scheme and subsequent rates strike.

The Rogans refused to pay their rates and subsequent penalties on the grounds the KDC and the Northland Regional Council issued them documents that did not comply with the Local Government Rating Act and made the assessment notices invalid.

About 100 Mangawhai ratepayers owe nearly $1 million in rates and penalties from 2012 in protest against parliament retrospectively passing the Kaipara Validation Act, which legalised invalid rates setting procedures from the 2006/07 financial year to 2011/12 in the fallout from the $60 million overspend on the town’s wastewater scheme.

In the latest court case, Judge Keith de Ridder’s reserved decision rejected the Rogans’ argument that if the rates’ assessments were valid, the rates’ invoices did not comply with the Local Government Rating Act.

Bruce and Heather Rogan were ordered to pay the council $20,878 and interest at five per cent from October 14, 2014, until the date of payment, as well as costs against

them to be fixed. Mr Rogan said the couple are currently going through the grounds for an appeal in the High Court .

“Or advice is that there are a number of grounds to appeal, and we are now looking at the most efficient process to get this done.”

Meanwhile, KDC commissioner chair, John Robertson, has reiterated that Mangawhai ratepayers who have not paid their rates should do so now. ¢

Golf club disbandsu by Ayla Miller

Following the sale of land that has been the home to Matarua Golf Club for 65 years, the club will reminisce about the fun and friendships forged on these grounds with a final open day on November 29.

The club began in 1949 when a group of locals decided to build their own course. Landowner Mr Mervyn Sterling made part of his farm available and the course began to take shape under the name Matarua as a combination of both Matakohe and Ararua.

Treasurer Jill Stanaway says the club were aware they could lose their land when it went on the market and they and many organisations in the community will miss the premises.

“It will be missed, not only by the golfers but by a lot of people around the area.” She says the club haven’t got a new course to move to and it

will be up to each individual golfer to decide where they choose to play from here onwards.

“Some will join the local Paparoa club. The course is out the back of Maungaturoto so it is quite a big distance to travel there. It’ll make a big difference to a lot of people.”

The Matarua course officially opened on May 14, 1950 stretching over 5,275 metres for the men and 4,421 for the women and grew to have 300 members.

Volunteers were a major part of the club from maintaining the course to organising catering for the tournaments. ¢

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A fresh start to summeru by Ann Morgan

With the festive season fast approaching and summer on the way, the Kaipara District Council have been busy cleaning up the Dargaville CBD.

“We would love the community and other businesses to join in with us and get behind the clean up town initiative,” said community facilitator Darlene Lang Gent.

The Council have been cleaning footpaths, traffic islands, gardens, and sprucing up some of the areas that need it.

“This is part of the community planning event from earlier in the year which we have taken on board.

The town is starting to look really good and some businesses have been cleaning and sprucing up their shop areas as well. If others get on board

too there will be a whole fresh look for the summer period.” There have been a lot of positive things happening in Dargaville and the Kaipara community with lots of planning meetings in the different areas with ideas, requests and desires being discussed.

“The end of 2015 is looking positive and we are looking forward to a great beginning to 2016. It has been awesome working in partnership with the communities. We hope to have the town centre cleaned up in time for Christmas and are looking forward to the festive season and celebrating the end of another year. ¢

p Ken Glamuzina from The Noise Co and Will Cutts from Moa Gift Store have been cleaning up their shop in time for the festive season

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Monumental movember madnessIt’s a cause which the whole nation can get behind — better men’s health affects us all, through our dads, brothers, sons, mates and ourselves.

That’s why so many lads around the Kaipara have been growing what animated mustache wearer Ned Flanders famously called a ‘nose neighbour’ this November, raising money through pledges and donations toward the Movember Foundation’s appeal.

As you can see, even our most recent (and more than a little bit famous) local is right into the spirit of things!

The grand finale of a month of follicular cultivation comes on the 28th of the month, with the Three Furlongs Hotel’s Movember party. Alongside live music from popular

locals Twelve Daze, the staff are serving up a hot hangi for guests, with all the proceeds going towards men’s health initiatives. Of course there’s the big prizegiving, as the top ‘staches from around the Kaipara are judged and then given the chop with the old brush and razor.

This year the Movember foundation is backing prostate and testicular cancer research, better mental health, and better physical fitness for men of all ages. The quirky nature of the appeal has gained major attention, highlighting with humour some very serious issues.

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Lots of Council activity

The year seems to have flown by. Here we are in December. The pressures from growth in the district have not let up, and Council staff who are processing consents for building activity are working to get them cleared by Christmas.

The increasing building activity has meant increased staffing numbers at Council. Most consenting business takes place in the Council office at Mangawhai, and so this is where most of the staff increase is being absorbed.

The Council is also letting some significant roading and bridge repair work. This week, tenders will be let for road rehabilitation (over $750,000), for structural components of certain bridges (nearly $250,000), and for seal extensions in Estuary Drive and Moir Point in Mangawhai (just over $1 million).

While road works often hold the travelling public up, it is important that such construction work takes place in the summer months. Please take care and observe speed limits when you come across road works in the district. We need to keep those who work on our roads safe.

Silver Fern Farms and Pristine Biologicals — an important “partnership”

Manufacturing plant, Pristine Biologicals (NZ) Ltd, was opened by Food Safety Minister, Hon. Jo Goodhew in Dargaville recently. This plant will purchase a bi-product from Silver Fern Farms in Dargaville, and using this will manufacture bovine serum for veterinary vaccines for Indian farmers. It will initially employ fourteen people. Pristine is owned by Immunologicals Ltd of India, which is in turn owned by the National Dairy Development Board of India, a massive dairy farming organization. The Kaipara investment is the first investment outside India by the National Dairy Development Board group.

In addition to this Silver Fern Farms will benefit from an investment into it by Shanghai Maling. Silver Fern Farm shareholders

recently supported their Board’s proposal to invite Shanghai Maling to become a fifty percent shareholder and partner. This will strengthen the company’s balance sheet and support its marketing strategies. The investment is subject to Overseas Investment Office approval.

These investments are both good news for Kaipara.

District Court Judgment

Judge de Ridder released his decision on 12 November in the case between the Kaipara District Council and Bruce and Heather Rogan. The Council is suing the Rogans for not paying their rates over a number of years.

Judge de Ridder entered judgment against the Rogans for $20,878.90, being their rates outstanding for more than three years.

He also ordered that they pay interest at 5 percent from 14 October 2014 and costs.

There were other “stayed defendants” in this case, numbering around twenty property owners who joined this case and owe rates to the Council. They are also now liable for all rates now due.

Other matters before the Courts involving Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association and / or the Rogans.

The Council still awaits judgment from the Court of Appeal. This is the case where the Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association appealed the 2014 High Court decisions of Justice Heath, decisions that went against them when they sought a Judicial Review of Council decisions.

Then there is a third case pending. The Rogans and the Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association have filed for a second Judicial Review, this time against both the Northland District Council and the Kaipara District Council. The High Court has put aside three days in May 2016 to hear this case.

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p Murray and Maxine Neighbour of the Whangarei South Rotary Club with Dargaville Rotary president Brian Burnett (centre) at a Rotary meeting where the couple spoke to Dargaville members about their literacy programme initiative for Vanuatu. The programme was established when the couple wanted to help in the aftermath of Cyclone Pam and involves sending work books, crayons and chalk to the island to encourage literacy amongst children and their families.

Wastewater review for Te Kopuru

Questions and answers

Funding for maintenance of the Te Kopuru wastewater system is to be reviewed by Kaipara District Council after a community meeting with council commission chair, John Robertson.

At the centre of ratepayers’ concerns was the use of accumulated funds being used outside Te Kopuru, rather than specifically for wastewater maintenance in the town, and subsequent council borrowings for maintenance because of a depleted reserve account.

Mr Robertson presented facts, figures and statistics which conceded that when the town’s system needed desludging, the authority had to take a loan out against the community to fund it, as funds from rates allocated to waste water matters had been used elsewhere in the Kaipara.

Residents said the community had paid off the original wastewater scheme, established in 1979, and should have accumulated excess funds for upkeep and maintenance. “The long-term yearly plan policy has now been changed so the Te Kopuru residents only pay for their system and not fund others in the future,” said Mr Robertson.

He invited submissions on how the council can proceed with funding to be discussed at the March 2016 council planning session.

Local resident, Andrew Bryenton said although many Te Kopuru residents were

I will give a thanks to the two senior council staff (Rick and Duncan) for their work on the Te Kopuru wastewater accounts: Finally after three years we have received meaningful figures that we agree on. But why on the spreadsheet given at the meeting does it say that TK isn’t paying its way?

Yet council’s own figures show TK is, and has, paid its way; and council has been able to take around $85,967 (or $477 per house connected to wastewater) over a two year period 13/14 and 14/15 and make this money disappear and not tell us where it went. Commissioner John Robertson gave TK

ratepayers some hope of the return of this year’s ‘equalisation’ money taken out of our wastewater account. This will help reduce the loan council took out for the desludging without our consent!

TK ratepayers voted for this wastewater system in 1979, on the promise of a rate reduction to maintenance only payments, as the initial capital construction loan was paid off 1980–1990: Council to date has never fulfilled this promise even though for 25 years the wastewater system has more than (30% plus) been paying its way without any problem.

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still upset about the situation, others were optimistic about the fact the commissioner acknowledged and has put in place concessions and procedures to rectify the wastewater issue.

Mr Robertson said he thought there was good engagement and ‘some clear views given to council on what the community thought about the wastewater scheme and the long history of it’. ¢

p KDC Chief Commissioner John Robertson


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New board member for KAPSu by Ann Morgan

Kaipara Abuse Prevention recently held its AGM and bid farewell to Darlene Lang Gent who has been the chairperson for the past two years.

“We welcome Kiri Fitness on board as a new KAP board member. She has a great wealth of knowledge and experience to add to our team. She comes from the Tangowahine area and brings a wider view of the district to our organisation,” said KAP manager Simone Matthews.

Simone says KAP has grown significantly since its inception in 2000 when a small group of concerned community members formed a committee to support parents and children experiencing challenging times and the effects of domestic circumstances.

“Original members such as Jacoba Puharich, Lilian Radich, Stan Wordsworth and Louie Pivac continue to support KAP as volunteers, advocate and support families in the Kaipara, and are great ambassadors for our organisation

“We have had lots of positive outcomes with families this year with many referring themselves to us for help and advice. It has been great seeing them implementing the strategies they are taught and improving whanau

Money mattersAn essential business service in Maungaturoto is at risk of closing down if the community ceases to support it.

Suggestions that the Maungaturoto Money Exchange fees are driving local business prices higher have been quashed by the organisation and teller Danielle Williamson says the not for profit organisation only charges fees to cover operational costs.

“With the exception of the bank teller, everyone involved with the MME, including the daily auditor, works on a volunteer basis,” she says.

“Today, while there are two ATMs in town, there is still no bank within a 35 kilometre radius and most local businesses rely on the MME for their banking needs. For that we are grateful and while many local and loyal residents use the MME regularly, overall traffic is decreasing and fee income is down. We are now operating at a loss and face closure in the new year.

“We would like to think we still have a place in the community and need your help and patronage.”

Danielle says Maungaturoto businesses must travel to do their banking which costs them more and the MME allows them to offset this by doing their banking locally. The exchange has been open for

16 years, since the last bank left Maungaturoto, and the Maungaturoto Community Trust came up with the idea to run their own.

Services include cash withdrawals, same day bank deposits to all New Zealand banks, before 2pm, foreign exchange and bank cheques.

“All local community organisations — from your sports association, church, garden, dog and pony club to your play group, library and hall association — are fee exempt and most use the MME regularly.”

Maungaturoto Money Exchange is located at 143 Hurndall Street and opens Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am to 4:30pm. ¢

p Maungaturoto Money Exchange tellers Paula Mooney (left) and Danielle Williamson are urging the community to support their service

situations across the Kaipara region.“Often support, knowledge and

the right tools help families help themselves. The positive changes they make continue within their own families for generations to come. It is nice to see good things happening and families transforming,” said Simone.

KAP provide support to families across the Kaipara through different services including the Strategies for Kids — Information for Parents programme, support and mentoring teaching life skills, as well as the Strengthening Families and Youth Mentoring programmes. They can be contacted on 09 439 7009. ¢

p KAP board members, Hal Harding, Sheree Corston, Kiri Fitness, Lara Clement and Simone Matthews


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This will be the second exhibition the group have held in the old ANZ building on Victoria Street, Dargaville, following a very successful Winter Art Fair.

“It is a chance for artists to show off their new work in an extension of the Muddy Waters Gallery,” says chairperson Peter Boyd.

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“It is a great opportunity for people to get Christmas presents that are unique and individual,” says secretary Gay Reed.

“Visitors will see artists in action at the fair and get to talk to the people who produce the wonderful variety of work on display. We encourage anyone who is interested in joining the association, becoming a Friend of the Association, would like to volunteer to help in our gallery (you don’t have to be an artist), or may be interested in learning, to please come and discuss the opportunities that may be available to help them begin their journey.”

The fair will run from November 30–Dec 12 from 10am–4pm daily except for Sunday. ¢

p Muddy Waters gallery manager Robyn Mitchell and committee member Patricia Mortensen

Final push for beautificationu by Ayla Miller

Maungaturoto residents are banding together to keep the town tidy with a working bee planned for the children’s park on Saturday, November 28.

Maungaturoto Residents Association Terri Donaldson says the garden is the final part of the town’s beautification efforts. “We will be doing everything from planting to making more artificial rocks. Everyone is welcome to come along and learn how to make them.There might be some paving work and we will be generally getting the front of the park looking really pretty.”

Terri says the group have not organised a working bee for a while and they have been proven to be very popular events.

“They bring the community together and we thought it was about time we held another one as the park needs to be done.”

The association have previously worked on gardens in the centre of Maungaturoto and feel the children’s park deserves some much needed attention. People are encouraged to arrive from 10am onwards. No gardening experience is needed and residents who are not able to do physical labour are welcome to help in other ways such as bringing food and drinks for the workers. The work

is not suitable for younger children but Terri says: “We would really love people to bring their high school aged children or older along to help. The more the merrier.” Volunteers can bring their own gloves and tools if they want but there will be equipment available.

To volunteer please email [email protected] with Maungaturoto Children’s Park in the subject line or phone 09 431 8383 and leave a message. ¢


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In December 2014, Graham Brown and Nicky Beatson purchased a property in Mangawhai which happened to have an established grove of olive trees on it. They decided to branch out and produce olive oil under the label ‘Two Black Dogs’.

The grove is also home to animal and birdlife and of course their two black labradors, Jett and Joey.

“Hence the name, ‘Two Black Dogs olive oil’ — it’s all about where it comes from, and it is a little piece of our special place we’d like to share. You’ll find the dogs running amongst the trees, sniffing around, sampling the odd olive or absorbing the sun after a swim,” said Nicky.

“We were looking for a block of land and decided the trees are beautiful so we purchased it and we really enjoy it.”

In May 2015 the couple harvested their first crop to provide a small run

of olive oil with their Ascolano olives. This has now been certified by Olives New Zealand as Extra Virgin Olive Oil. They won a silver medal in the Northland Oliveti awards, and also a silver medal in the Olives NZ EVOO awards which is a nation-wide competition. “We are really proud to get these so early on in

the piece. We’re loving experimenting with our oil and I am always creating new recipes and discovering new ways to use it.

“It’s nice to use every day. We are very excited to be having a stand at the Mangawhai gala on January 2, 2016 for people to try our product.” ¢

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The choir will present a repertoire of polyphonic and a‘cappella songs from a variety of cultures and languages.

Choir member Anna Pendred said Bert’s philosophy focusses on learning new skills, improving singing abilities and being a community choir rather than performance so this concert presents a rare opportunity to hear them.

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In the spirit of givingOtamatea Repertory Theatre’s latest production, ‘A Christmas Carol’ is something of a commentary on our social responsibilities — to give to those in need.

It is very fitting then, that ORT is embracing this theme, and encouraging people who come to see the show, to bring a gift or food-item to be placed under a special Christmas tree. The theatre will donate all funds received for teas and suppers during the season and organise for the funds and gifts to be distributed via Otamatea Community Services.

Dickens’ classic tale, ‘A Christmas Carol’, tells the story of a bitter old miser named Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation into a gentler, kindlier man. The generosity of the new Scrooge makes him into a happier person and illustrates ‘the joy of giving’. The transformation comes about after visitations by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley, and then the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come.

Playing the dream role of Ebenezer Scrooge is Alister Williams — a seasoned actor and director from Waipu. Williams brings a wealth of talent and experience to the character of Scrooge. Many will have seen Williams as Daddy Warbucks in ‘Annie’ and Tevye the Milkman in ‘Fiddler on the Roof’. Earlier this year, Williams directed the historical play ‘Everybody’s Reading Room’ for Platform Thirteen.

This adaptation is very true to Dickens’ classic story and features a choir, singing traditional carols in four-part harmony. These are cleverly interspersed throughout the story to add to the story.

Deane Patterson of Maungaturoto is making his directorial debut for ORT and the musical director is Peter Flower. A large cast of actors and singers and dedicated backstage crew have been rehearsing for many weeks to bring the story to life.

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UpcomingIt is that time of year again, when Santa pulls on his finest red suit and bustles the reindeer out in time for Christmas events all over the Kaipara.

Wellsford Christmas Parade: November 28, from 11.30am

Dargaville Christmas Parade: December 5, starting at noon from the Boating Club end of Victoria Street with floats assembling for judging at 11am.

Dargaville Christmas in the Gardens: December 5, from 6-8pm at the Taha Awa Riverside Gardens. Entry by koha.

Ruawai Christmas Parade: December 12, from 11am. Floats are to assemble at the Combined Parish prior to the parade.

Maungaturoto Christmas Parade: December 19, starting 5pm from the Good News Church and finishing with a community concert at Maungaturoto Primary School.

Paparoa Christmas on the Village Green: December 19, starting at 2.30pm.

Mangawhai CauseWay Church Christmas Eve carols: December 24, at the Mangawhai Recreation Centre. Sessions starting at 6pm, 8pm and 10pm.

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Fleet vehicles sorted for summeru by Andy Bryenton

The summer months are hard on vehicles at the best of times — even when they are simply used for family commuting. But when they are hard working fleet vehicles for the farm or business, summer presents a double problem.

Along with the heat, and long hours on the road dealing with farming’s busiest part of the year and the pre-Christmas rush, the prospect of up to a month standing mothballed when the holiday season starts is also looming.

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Adding up experienceu by Andy Bryenton

A milestone for one valued member of the team at Dargaville’s Ray White Jean Johnson Realty has put the focus on the role of their business in the community.

Lee Cocurullo has been working behind the scenes in the administration side of the business for fifteen years, causing the team to consider the amount of local ‘on the ground’ experience inherent in their company. As well as hard-won local knowledge, this also spans a wide range of involvements with community groups, sporting clubs and more, bridging the gap between business and pleasure.

Lee herself is enthusiastic about the community which Jean Johnson’s busy agency serves. She’s been active in the team building discipline of competitive marching, forming a local team, as well as helping make possible the charitable works Ray White undertake in the Kaipara for causes such as Ronald McDonald House.

Other staff members pitch in with local rugby, with the Lions, with the Dargaville christmas parade, and with initiatives like the currently active ‘Ray of

Giving’ appeal, collecting toys for needy kids this holiday season. It all adds up to a realisation that this business, like many others, is more than just a collection of people pursuing a weekly wage. Teams like this one help build stronger communities, year after year. ¢

p Kelvin, Amber, Lee, Jean and Vale make up the local Ray White team

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Time ta wave the reel flagMcor insted? (Sorry readas.) Thena Boss went on. “But hell, Dog, wotta bout Parris? Them terrerists went ona slaughterin’ rampage. An’ then some more shot up a pub in Africker.”

By this time, Sharlene come over froma homsted with a tray of limmonade drinks. I shot off ta the troff by the yards an’ had slurp.

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“Gawd Dog, will ya lookit this nonsinse!” Boss tore open a fat invilope. “Blimmin flag choise rubbish.” He showed me an Sharlene.

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Obarmy, had his way, they’ll be flyin’ a footy flag over our fallin’ heroes, who fort and died under the proper kiwi flag. I dunno, seems sum peeple just bluddy insecure about our histry.”

Sharlene fer once said she rilly agreed. “ Yes deah,” she sed.” This blimmin’ flag idea costin’ millions of munny we shood spind elsewhere. Lets keep our histry intact. It’s all a bit like them jeehardists, blowing up histry monumints. Tell yer wot deah. Lets fly the proper kiwi flag down atta kattil stop.

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Yeah, go for it Boss. You too readas!Billy

“Hells bells Dog, its been a heckofa weak!”

Yep readas, Boss an’ me was bizy drafting off sum lambs for the werks, wen’ Boss had his usual statement, about wot I new nothing. I give him a bittofa rollin’ eye, an’ he gotta messij, cos he took a brake, wrote downa count ona notebook,and sat ona yard fense.

“Yissee Dog. First we gotta news about big Jonah Lomu. He was a reely great All Black, a reel champin who past away, way before his time.”

I remembid seeing about that wen’ I gotta papa froma kattilstop atta road gate. Big foto ona front page, an’ Boss’s gerfrend Sharlene rang her Mum in Orkland and hada bit ofa cry too.

“Then,” seda Boss, “we had old Richy Mcor, another top footy player, decide it was time to take off ‘is boots, and put ona a flyin’ helmit. Yep, he’s gonna fly helichopters fer a livin’. Probly sprayin’ thistles an’ stuff like that. Dont s’pose it will pay as much munny as bein’ a footy captin tho’.” I hada think about that. Maybe they gonna call him Poor


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The Dutch company, founded by brothers Arij and Cornelis Van der Lely during the post-war rebuilding of Europe, has always relied on fresh ideas to stay one step ahead. This year their Welger and Tornado balers have stood out, with a new film tying system replacing the traditional net tying system in the Tornado for faster throughput.

Here in New Zealand though, respect is not just won on the expo floor. It’s earned out in the field which is where a very busy season is in full swing for rural contractors and farmers looking to fill up on forage before a predicted dry summer. Enter another Lely innovation, designed to maximise performance on our rolling pasturelands.

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at branches:1916 SH1, Kaiwaka or22 Whittaker Rd, Warkworth (09) 425 8535

fibre.hair l imited

09 439 7432 26 victoria street dargaville 0391

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

your new look.

Les SweeneyBuilders

• New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions

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

GLOBAL PUMP SOLUTIONS

GLOBAL PUMP SOLUTIONS

120 Lower Dent St Whangarei • Ph 09 438 3844 106 Jervois St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 4005www.northlandfarm.co.nz

• Suppliers of Waikato milking systems • Expert advice and service on Effluent systems• Pumps • Milking Machinery • Trenching• Water Filtration • Effluent Systems

Your Local Farming Partner

PINE TREE REMOVAL LARGE OR SMALL BLOCKS, SHELTER BELTS AND HEAVY LEANERS.

Please contact Shawn on: 09 946 0744 or 027 820 9725

SING RIGHTFor beginners, amateurs, singers and musicians/[email protected]

ROBYN HILL 0274 725 610

LIFESTYLERKaipara SERVICE DIRECTORYPhone to advertise 09 439 6933

Listen to Big River FM24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK

09 439 [email protected]

DARGAVILLE 98.6FM & RUAWAI 88.2FM

BIG RIVER FMBIG RIVER FM

Community Flavour and Variety

Phil & Mitch

Helping the community in so many ways


Kaipara Lifestyler ClassifiedsPhone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 1 December 2015 edition is 10am, Monday 30 November 2015. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

Public NoticesFor Sale14FT FIBRE Glass Sailing Dory $500. Motor hacksaw $200. Masport 4hp new rotary hoe $500. Welder DC 130 AMP $400. SS Gas fish smoker $200. Ph: 09 439 7985.

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

PURE BREED 3x Romney Ewes. Ph: 09 431 3280 or Txt 021 126 3959.

NISSAN PRIMERA UK GT 1998 Hatchback. In excellent condition $2,500 o.n.o. Phone 027 334 5515.

TRACTOR FIAT 80-90. 80hp 4wd Crowd control action loader, Cab 7121 hours. Reasonable condition. Offers around $20,000. Ph 09 439 2275.

Public NoticesACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.30–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle, tea and coffee. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

A.G.M KAURI Coast Promotion Society inc. Venue: Country Womens Club, 64 Victoria St, Dargaville. Mon 7th Dec 2015, 6:00pm, all welcome.

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

Septic Tank ServicesCLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service. Priced from $330. 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.

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

Situations VacantSALES REPRESENTATIVES wanted. If you can sell & want a job send your CV to [email protected] or phone 09 439 6933.

FencingFENCING, POST and batten, post and rail, retaining, yards and stock handling. Phone Chris for free advice 027 472 4824.

Wanted to BuyWANTED TO buy - Kids Trolley, Ph: 09 439 7985.

To LetTIDY 1 bedroom flat, central; large. No smokers, no dogs. Suits working person/s, retirees. 022 453 0733 or 020 4032 5754.

HEALTH SHUTTLEStuck for a ride? Don’t miss your

Health appointment, we can help.

For enquiries phone Te Ha Oranga 439 3013

Kaipara Community Health Trust

Work Wanted

Sole Man

Ph: 09 439 6068

Foot Reflexologyat The Beach.

WAYNE & ANNETTE

Ph 09 439 2020Dry Aged Beef Specialists

Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon & Ham

TOKATOKA

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGTo be held on

Wednesday 25th November 20158.00pm

at the Southern ClubroomsPouto Road, Te Kopuru

SOUTHERN (TE KOPURU) RUGBY NETBALL & SQUASH CLUB

Property MaintenanceAAA+ 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.

AAA+ PAINTER and wall papering specialist EXT&INT. Roof spraying and waterblasting. Ph John 09 439 5289 a/hrs or 022 642 1376, CRAWFORD SOLUTIONS.

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 and scrub and leaks fixed. Phone Wals 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

Dargaville Bobcat Services

Phone or Txt Paul027 271 2022

Any job big or small.We do them ALL

• Stump & Tree Stump & Tree Removal

• Driveway Prep & Regrading

• Post Hole Borer

•• Calf Shed & Calf Shed & Stockyard Cleaning

• Tip Truck Available• Trencher

Situations Vacant

Enquiries to: (09)439 6214 or

[email protected]

Norfolk Court Rest Home

DARGAVILLE

RN Position

Rest Home, Dementia, Hospital Care

Current practicing cert essential

• 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 orNational Help Line: 0800 88 33 00

Office hours: 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday Office: 158a Victoria Street Dargaville

Family & Sexual Violence Support Services

K A I P A R A

Retail Senior Sales AssistantThe Kauri Museum at Matakohe is one of New Zealand’s premiere theme Museums, recounting the story of our pioneering settlers through the lens of the mighty Kauri tree. We are seeking a full-time Retail Senior Sales Assistant who prioritises customer service and retail excellence.

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

• Previous supervisory or management experience with the ability to lead by example

• Good product knowledge and a commercial focus

• Experience with Point of Sale activities including cash handling, end of day reconciliation, change requirements, foreign currency and operating a till

• Exceptional customer service skills

• Be comfortable working independently or as part of a team in a dynamic environment

• Possess a high level of organisational skills, logical thought processes and detail orientation

• Be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, holidays and/or weekends.

Applications close: Friday 4th December at 5pm

For a full position description, contact our Human Resources team by email: [email protected] or Phone: 09 431 7417

THE KAURI MUSEUM Real New Zealand Heritage

Kaipara Care Inc. invites Society members and

interested parties to its 2015 Annual

General Meeting at:

10.15 am, Tuesday 8th December 2015,

Board Room, Community Health, Dargaville Hospital

Morning tea will be provided (RSVP for catering purposes)

AGM NOTICE

Barbara HopperSecretary

(09) 438 1015 or barbarah@

manaiapho.co.nz

Kaipara Care Inc. invites Society members and interested parties to an Extraordinary General

Meeting at:

9.30 am, Tuesday 8th December 2015, Board Room, Community Health, Dargaville Hospital

Purpose: To discuss a resolution for the winding up as an Incorporated Society in its current form, to become Kaipara Care

Committee (KCC). KCC will represent the health needs of the Kaipara and will direct and make

recommendations to the Manaia Board

Morning tea will be provided(RSVP for catering purposes)

Extraordinary General Meeting

NOTICE

Barbara Hopper, Secretary(09) 438 1015 or [email protected]

JAGRUTI INVESTMENTS LTD T/A RUAWAI FOUR SQUARE of Ruawai, has made application to the Kaipara District Licensing Committee for the renewal of an Off-licence in respect of premises situated at 15 Freyberg Road, Ruawai, 0530.

The general nature of the business conducted under the licence is Grocery store. The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are; – Monday to Sunday. 9am – 8pmThe application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Council Offices Unit 13, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or 42 Hokianga Road Dargaville.

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

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

This is the second publication of this notice.The first was on the 17th November 2015.

Public notice(Section 101, Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012)

Builder/Hammer handwith at least 2 years experience

BUILDING POSITION AVAILABLE

We are looking for someone with a good work ethic, motivated and able to work unsupervised when required.

Pay rate negotiable on experience.

Send your CV or details to:[email protected] or

N.W Build, PO Box 398, Dargaville

Mike Foster: 021 057 5575Mike Foster: 021 057 5575Mike Foster: 021 057 5575PO Box 398, DargavillePO Box 398, [email protected]

TO BE CONSIDERED FORTHIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE:

• A relevant trade qualification• Experience in the diagnosis and repair of tractors /

harvesters and agricultural machinery is preferable• Knowledge of diesel engine structure and fuel systems

is essential• Knowledge of agricultural transmissions and drivelines

is essential• Knowledge of hydraulic systems used in agricultural

equipment is preferable• Knowledge of electronic systems common to

agricultural equipment• Good people and communication skills• Computer skills including the use of OEM diagnostic

software

F A R M M A C H I N E R Y

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThis is your opportunity to service, diagnose, and repair our top of the line tractors and farm machinery equipment. This challenging role will give you the opportunity to work on products ranging from the side by side RTV’s, tractors, and large contractor equipment including balers. Be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service. We have a great team work environment and can offer competitive remuneration.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONPhone 09 439 3266 if you have any questions.

Or email your covering letter and CV to: [email protected]

Applications close 5pm on Wednesday 6 December 2015.

Nurseries and PlantsSPRING IS Here! Babylon Coast Gardens has a wide range of native and coastal hardy plants available now. See Lorraine at I-Deal Demo in Gladstone St Dargaville on Fridays 10am – 3pm. Or you can visit the Nursery at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. Nursery is open on Saturday’s 10am to 4pm and at other times by appointment. Phone 09 439 4223 or email [email protected].

Nurseries and Plants

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09 439 5556

10–3pm Wednesday to Sunday

LABOUR WEEKEND SPECIALS

Griselinia ��$3-$5

Pittosporum, 500 high ��$3-$5

And many more

55 West Coast Rd Te Kopuru

www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz


SMOKEALARMSSaveLives


Ocean View Beach HomeInvest in this beautiful West Coast beach property. See for miles, awesome views, fish, walk or drive down this long beach. Relax to your hearts content. 3 bedroom home with wonderful views from almost every window. Wrap around decking, plenty of room for entertainment with family and friends. Downstairs storage and laundry and enjoy the West Coast area.

Great BuyInvest in the best, 3 Good sized bedrooms, large lounge with free standing fireplace. Good sized kitchen and bathroom plus covered in decking. All on 1/2 acre section.

23 Ocean Road, Glinks Gully, Dargaville

62 Heawa Road, Aratapu

Jean Johnson Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008) Ray White Dargaville


Tender18th December 2015 ends 4pmJean Johnson 027 499 6493rwdargaville.co.nz/1387193

$165,000Jean Johnson 027 499 6493rwdargaville.co.nz/1345106

Valley ViewsApproximately 66 Acres of gentle sloping land, 7 paddocks, spring water. 2 Bedroom country cottage with large front and back decking, plenty of sheds, tack room and arena - Loading yards, very private. Suitable for runoff as well. Use your imagination. Plus GST if any.

I am a Friendly Little HouseReady for you to move in cosy 1 Bedroom, open plan living character home with large sunny back deck, plus front decking. Plenty of room for the vegie garden, plus tank water and bore. You will be impressed.

109 Kaihu Wood Valley Road

41 Norton Street, Te Kopuru



Auction17th December 2015 at 1pm 6 Poto Street Dargaville Unless sold prior

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 rwdargaville.co.nz/1342481

$133,000Jean Johnson 027 499 6493rwdargaville.co.nz/1308102

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www.roperandjones.co.nz110 Victoria Street, Dargaville 143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

Dargaville Realty LtdLicensed Agent

REAA 2008

09 439 7295 09 431 1016

30 MONTGOMERY AVE

MORTGAGEE SALE2 levelled, 6 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 2 car garaging. Built in the 70’s, desirable street, close to schools on 1/2 acre section.

OPEN HOMES

Saturday 14/11/2015 11.00-11.30am

Saturday 21/11/2015 11.00-11.30am

Friday 27/11/2015 11.00-11.30am

Wednesday 02/12/2015 11.00-11.30am

AUCTIONFirst National Roper & Jones110 Victoria St, Dargaville12 noon December 4th 2015

JOHN POWELLMob 021 439 555

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