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February 25 2014

Our Spanish-Kiwi lifeSix months here, six months there, living summer all year round — it may seem like a dream come true …

Dargaville man remembered with runFriends of a Dargaville man killed in a West Australian mine came together last week …

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Camp families celebrate 100 years at Baylys Beach

A century ago a group of Dargaville residents went to see a local farmer.

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p Paparoa Primary School’s Room One class had an exciting time during their school camp at Mrs Tavinor’s house at Whakapara. They cooled off in the swimming hole, challenged Hukerenui Primary School pupils to a game of scatterball, went to the Jack Morgan Museum of old inventions and machines and visited the Whangarei Gliding Club at Puhipuhi.

That farmer, a Mr G. J. Bayly, owned a strip of land 14 miles long and one mile wide on the coast. The townies asked Mr Bayly if he would sell a few acres of his land for a camp where the members could put up holiday cottages.

Mr Bayly agreed and so in 1914 the Baylys Town Camp Club was born. One hundred years later the descendants of those families came together over

the weekend to celebrate a century of living life next to the beach that bears Mr Bayly’s name. Among them are Brian Gaukrodger and his wife Nita. Mr Gaukrodger is now retired after many years as Dargaville’s pharmacist.

Mrs Gaukrodger says that when the camp was set up rules were written, some of which sound quaint. “The camp was limited to 17 cottages. No dogs

were allowed because of the proximity to the farm and Mr Bayly didn’t want dogs chasing his sheep. No building operations were permitted between December 1 and February 14, while people with infectious diseases were not welcome between the same dates.”

The camp’s rules and practices also encouraged social activities.

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p Te Kopuru School’s 2014 leaders were announced recently at a school assembly, which was followed by a celebratory morning tea with proud parents, grandparents, staff and leaders. Pictured from left are: (back row) Jaeshana Kira, Phoebe Collis, Nico Zwaans, Jamiee Rangitaawa, Ethan Taylor, and Cullen Alick. In front (from left) are Gizelle Ironside, Jessie Newick, Dianne Lim, Enya Hill, Allyssa Lopez, and Zackary Boys.

p Looking a little nonplussed are Paparoa fire party crew leader, Peter Risbridge, centre, and brigade treasurer Graeme Marks, right, when quizmaster and local identity Ralph Williams arrived to present them with a cheque for $600, the proceeds of a pub quiz night. “Out of the blue,” said the firemen. “A great contribution to our work.” The funds had tentatively been raised for a suggested CCTV project in Paparoa. However, the volunteer quiz organisers decided a more practical use for the money was putting it on the front line of volunteer service to the community. “We thought that local service work was a special effort that deserved to be recognised,” said Mr Williams.

p She’s heading into her second century on the waters of the Kaipara Harbour, but this venerable old lady of the sea can flick her skirts at many of her juniors, and she showed how at the recent Pahi Regatta. Built in 1903, as a barge scow and after a variety of sea-going roles, Vesper is now seeing out her days as a fishing boat. But at the regatta, she came home with some silverware, cleaning up a couple of handicap launch races. Her skipper, Lance Matich, reckons he had his heart in his mouth a couple of times. Other competitors reckon Vesper’s triple skin kauri hull might be her secret of success.

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The story of free black man Solomon Northup, captured by illegal slave traders in the 1800s and sent to the brutal cotton plantations of the American South. His quest to escape and return to his home in New York becomes a fight for survival as he faces the cruelty of sadistic landowner and slavemaster Edwin Epps.Saving Mr Banks The true story of Walt Disney’s ‘Mary Poppins’ - and the behind-the-scenes tale of how the children’s classic was made. Walt, and author P. L. Travers, must see eye to eye before her timeless novel can become his blockbuster movie. But will the prim Englishwoman and the boisterous American mogul ever agree? August: Osage County

A look at the lives of the strong-willed women of the Weston family, whose paths have diverged until a family crisis brings them back to the Oklahoma house they grew up in, and to the dysfunctional woman who raised them. Featuring the talents of Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep in an all-star cast.Winters Tale

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Congratulations from chair of Kaipara District CouncilOn behalf of my fellow Commissioners it is a great pleasure to congratulate the Northland Field Days organisers on their drive and initiative to organise this year’s Field Days. We welcome the many exhibitors and thousands of visitors to Dargaville and the Kaipara District.

This year marks a special milestone — Northland Field Days is 30 years old. We salute those who developed the original concept and those organisers and volunteers who have expanded the event from the initial 80 sites at the Dargaville Racecourse, to 550 exhibitors at today’s property on Awakino Point East Road. It is a credit to you all. The benefits to our district are numerous.

Our agriculture, forestry and horticulture industries add immense value to New Zealand’s economy. They dominate our important export trade. While some have forecasted their demise from this position over the years, they have in fact just grown in strength and importance. Their growth has been accompanied by the striving for excellence by those in these sectors, to match the demands from customers abroad — for food products that are safe for consumers, for products that are organic, for products that consume renewable rather than finite resources.

The Northland Field Days offer a wonderful opportunity for farmers, lifestyle-block owners, equipment and technology businesses and the community in general to get up to

speed with latest innovations that support these traditional and developing industries. Enjoy your experiences.

Northland Field Days also provides a great chance to showcase our district and its opportunities to visitors.

The Kaipara District Council wishes a successful 30th Northland Field Days. ¢

p Chief Commissioner John Robertson

President’s welcome“On behalf of the Northland Field Days Committee, I would like to extend a big welcome to all our exhibitors and visitors to Northland and our event,” says Lew Duggan, President of Northland Field Days .

Site preparation is nearly complete, with committee members having worked extremely hard to ensure that the grounds were ready for the first lot of marquees to go up a couple of weeks ago. Mr Duggan says, “I would like to acknowledge the great job the committee does, each volunteer member plays their own part in what we do and when things come together like they have this year you know that we are working as a team.”

“We not only see this event as the perfect opportunity for town and country to unite, share and promote the wonderful lifestyle sectors NZ offers, but also to ensure solid foundation support for our primary industry by partnering with exhibitors offering technological supremacy, expertise and great deals.” Mr Duggan adds, “How many other times are there in the year where farmers and public have all the dealers, service providers and attractions in one small place to talk to at their convenience?”

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Mr Duggan encourages anyone who is unsure if the event is for them, to visit www.northlandfielddays.co.nz, or take a look on their Facebook page for regular updates. ¢

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Meet the teachers — Otamatea High Schoolu by Joanne Speechly

The academic year is now well underway and Otamatea High are pleased to welcome three new teachers to the fold, Philippa Randell, Bruce Alison and Steve Davie-Martin.

Phillipa, who recently moved with her husband, Owen, from West Auckland to Mangawhai, says she is delighted to be teaching at Otamatea High School.

“We’ve been holidaying at Waipu Cove for years and love Northland. We left a 16 acre property in West Auckland, where I was an assistant principal and teacher at Riverhead, for a smaller three acre section in Mangawhai but the kune kune pigs, hens, dogs and cats have all relocated with us!

“I’m really appreciative of the warm welcome that I’ve received by both students and staff at Otamatea. I am homeroom teacher for one of the Year 8 classes and also teach English, Maths and Inquiry. I love teaching this age group and know how important these years are. I look forward to getting to know our community and to a wonderful year of teaching and learning.

Bruce Alison has recently graduated as a teacher and says he is relishing the opportunity of working at such a fantastic school, where he’ll be teaching Physical Education.

“I am interested in all sports and keen on outdoors activities. I fish, dive and hunt whenever I can, and I’m also an avid power-lifter, so I’m enjoying the wonderful community gym facilities the school has on offer. I look forward to working with students and parents and the great staff here at Otamatea High School.”

Steve Davie-Martin has moved across the Kaipara from Dargaville to Otamatea High School and is looking forward to getting to know the community and students.

“I am the new Ngapuhi Dean, Year 7 homeroom teacher and Geography and Tourism teacher. I have three teenage children, a 12 year old stepson to be and before this, I was teaching in Dargaville for 10 years.

“I was born and bred in the Warkworth area, where my parents had a dairy farm, attended Lincoln University and Dunedin College of Education and travelled extensively in Europe and the Middle East when I was in my 20s. I too am looking forward to getting to know the Otamatea High School community.”

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Give art a gou by Joanne Speechly

Budding artists will have the opportunity to express their creative colours through a series of new art classes to be held at Mangawhai Library Hall.

Experienced teacher and multimedia artist, Suza Lawrence, moved to Bream Bay six months ago and is now excited to be able to share her talents and expertise with her new community.

Suza has been teaching children and adults for twenty years and is passionate about community and continuing education. Now that she has moved north she is planning to offer weekly classes in drawing, painting, sculpture and children’s book illustration.

“I followed my dream by moving North, I wanted to experience a country lifestyle and I’m really loving it,” says Suza. “I am keen to meet people and become part of the local creative community.”

Have A Go @ Art is an introductory course exploring drawing, painting and clay modelling techniques, with Suza giving support and direction. The Children’s Book Illustration course is something that Suza has always wanted to do and she says it a great way for people to share stories with children, grandchildren and young friends.

p Suza Lawrence is keen to provide a creative outlet for Bream Bay locals - and with the opportunity to get into drawing, sculpting, painting and illustration the possibilities are vast

“I’m also keen to hear from people who would like to join me for an informal life drawing group. We can draw, paint and sculpt the human form in a stimulating and creative environment and also share the rent and model fees.”

German by birth, Suza grew up in Turkey and lived in both Italy and Germany before settling in New Zealand. She studied at Elam School of Fine Arts at the University of Auckland and is best known for her installations and interactive works at outdoor exhibitions such as Sculpture on the Gulf and NZ Sculpture OnShore.

Sixteen women, with many levels of art experience, attended Suza’s first Have a Go @ Art day and the new classes have now started at Mangawhai Library Hall. For further information and to book a class please contact Suza on 021 924 819, 09 432 1881 or visit www.suza.co.nz. ¢


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Setting the scene for the next yearThis week the Commissioners will put finishing touches to work that has been underway to prepare an Annual Plan for Council for the year beginning 1 July 2014. This plan incorporates the Council budget. The final proposals will be available for your review in March. We will run workshops to answer any questions on the Annual Plan in March, and seek your comments on the priorities that we have set. The public submission period will run through to early April.The Annual Plan being proposed is consistent with the Long Term Plan that Council adopted last year. Importantly for property owners, we are proposing a plan that holds average rate increases down to inflation type levels. Across the District:The average rate increase in 2012 was 19.8 percent;The average rate increase last year was 9.3 percent;The average rate increase in the proposed budget for next year is 2.3 percent.Importantly for the confidence of investors, as we forecast out, we see no reason for average rate increases to be above inflation rates.It is important to realise also that the 2.3 percent average rate increase is just that. It is an average. Your property may receive a rate increase above or below this figure. The reason for this is that a rate is made up of several elements, including a land rate and several “network” rates, like stormwater, wastewater and water.Changes in the network rates vary according to the investments required to maintain or upgrade them. In this Annual Plan, investments are required in stormwater and wastewater renewals for Dargaville, Te Kopuru and Kaiwaka. Thus in the proposed plan, property owners in

these areas are being asked to bear a higher rate increase to cover these costs. If we accept the principle that the capital costs of such schemes should be paid for by those receiving the service, then capital renewals always will have this impact on ratepayers.

Council debtYou may recall that when the Commissioners were appointed to Council, debt had been increasing rapidly. The Council had also been running large operating deficits, and this was contributing to the growth in debt. That has come to an end. Debt is now trending down and Council is breaking even or generating small operating surpluses. While debt is higher than we would like, it is manageable and the finances of your Council are in good shape.In a letter to the editor on 11 February, former Councillor Bruce Rogan of the Mangawhai Ratepayers and Residents Association claimed that the “true level of debt” of the Kaipara District Council “is about $106 million”. Mr Rogan is wrong. Council’s debt is now below $77.5 million, and declining.In his letter Mr Rogan also made extra-ordinary claims about a 300 percent rate increase coming up. Once again he is wrong. As discussed above, Commissioners are recommending rate levels for the next year that will represent an average increase of 2.3 percent.December quarter rates were due for payment last week. Most ratepayers pay their rates on time, and that is appreciated and important. If you are finding it difficult to meet a payment date, please contact Council’s customer services team at 09 439 3123 or 0800 727 059.

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New and improved Baylys Beach walkwayu by Joanne Speechly

A fixture for more than twenty years, Baylys Beach clifftop walkway has been receiving a much needed makeover of late, which will be officially opened with a ribbon ceremony on Saturday, March 8.

The opening will coincide with national Seaweek, from March 1 to 9, providing the perfect opportunity for locals to get stuck in and help with a collective cleanup.

The well-trodden path, which connects Baylys and Chases Gorges, had fallen into a state of disrepair but has now been widened, cleared of overgrowth and fitted with new steps thanks to the Baylys Beach Society. A sign featuring an aerial photo highlighting the track and the entrances will also be installed.

“The track has been there for a number of years, and the first work was

carried out by people from rehabilitation programmes,” says Baylys Beach Society secretary, Graham Jones. “We put a proposal to council saying we would do the work if they provided the resources, and they agreed.

“It has wonderful views but it’s amazing how many locals haven’t even tried it yet. The ones who have think it’s great, so we’d really like to get others along on our opening day. In turn, they can encourage visitors to have a go and have a look, which builds up the tourism aspect and overall enjoyment for everyone.” ¢

p Baylys Beach walkway is a wonderful natural asset — but it’s amazing how few Kaipara locals have taken the opportunity to enjoy the rugged beauty of the coast from this unique vantage point

Local governmentproposal stirs interestu by Colin Patterson

More than 1,300 Northlanders have taken the chance to put in submissions on the future structure of local government in Northland.

Last year the Local Government Commission put out a proposal recommending the abolition of Northland’s three territorial local authorities and the Northland Regional Council, and replacing them with a Northland Council covering the whole region.

Submissions on the commission’s proposal closed on Friday. However, commission spokeswoman Kathryn Street said submissions were still coming in.

They would be accepted, provided they were postmarked no later than

Friday. She said an analysis of how many submissions supported or opposed the proposal had yet to be done.

Nor had there been time to do a geographical breakdown of submissions, although a vast majority came from Whangarei.

Ms Street says the commissioners will now come to Northland to hear oral submissions from those who requested to be heard.

Dates have yet to be finalised, although it is likely to be in the first half of March. ¢


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Bowlers pair up for Dargaville tournamentu by Colin Patterson

One of the biggest events on the Dargaville bowls calendar is set to hit the greens early next month.

The Wilson Pairs is set to bring at least 41 pairs to the Dargaville Bowling Club for a two-day tournament on March 4 and 5.

Olga Posa of Dargaville Bowling Club’s Match Committee says this is the 59th year the Wilson Cup has been played for.

A tournament for women’s pairs, it attracts top players from throughout Northland and further afield.

“They’re coming from here, there and everywhere. They’re coming from Russell, Whangarei, Mangawhai, and Wellsford. We’ve even got some coming from Te Kauwhata.” Mrs Posa says among those playing is the granddaughter of

Mr Wilson, the man who donated the trophy in the mid 1950s and initiated the tournament.

She will be travelling from Auckland to take part.

She says there so many teams that Dargaville’s greens won’t be able to cope. So some games will be played at Arapohue.

Each team will play seven games over two days, with the winner being decided by a points system.

Male bowlers will have their chance when the JD Jewellery Design Pairs tournament takes place on March 15 and 16. ¢

Our Spanish-Kiwi lifeu by Joanne Speechly

Six months here, six months there, living summer all year round — it may seem like a dream come true but for ‘part-time’ Dargaville couple Jean and Peter McGill, this lifestyle is a reality.

Originally from the UK, Jean and Peter have been holidaying in the Kaipara for about six years and three years ago, decided to lay down some roots and build a house here. The couple found their second home after daughter, Kirsty, met and married Dargaville native, Greg Comber, in England and returned home with him.

When the southern hemisphere winter starts to darken their days, Jean and Peter return to their Spanish villa in Murcia, which boasts a slightly warmer climate than the Kaipara.

“I like the summers here — they’re not quite as hot as Spain but they’re

certainly warmer than England and we enjoy being near the family,” says Jean.

“We really love the area and travel a lot around the North Island and we’ve made some very good friends here.

“Peter has really taken to his artwork here and spends a lot of his time here painting and now has some of his work on display at Muddy Waters Gallery. He doesn’t tend to paint a lot in Spain as he says the paint dries too fast there!”

Jean hosts online cribbage tournaments for an American company, which is a hobby she can take with her wherever she is based in the world. ¢




p Jean McGill with her grandchildren Ruby, Oliver and Harry Comber at home in Dargaville


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Dargaville man remembered with runu by Colin Patterson

Friends of a Dargaville man killed in a West Australian mine came together last week in a run to celebrate the life of a good bloke.

Wayne Fowlie, 59, died on February 15 following a rock fall at the Harlequin mine, 200km south of Kalgoorlie.

Mr Fowlie had been a member of Dargaville’s Kauri Coast Hash House Harriers and had completed hundreds of runs with the group over more than a decade.

Hash House Harriers organiser John Murray, who knew Mr Fowlie since 2000, described him as ‘a pretty happy guy’. “He had an Aussie twang and there was also lots of laughter.”

He said Mr Fowlie was always very fit, starting as a swimmer in his younger days. In recent years he competed in Sport Northland events, and multisport and other endurance events. These included the Rotorua and Auckland marathons, the round Lake Taupo cycle race and races across Northland and to Cape Reinga.

Fellow harrier Terry McDermott says Mr Fowlie will be missed. “He was a hell of a nice guy — a happy go-lucky guy.”

Mr Fowlie had previously worked as a motorcycle mechanic in Dargaville and as an operator of heavy machinery.

Last week the Hash House Harriers had their 700th run, which they dedicated to Mr Fowlie. About a dozen runners and walkers (and two dogs) braved wet weather to run and walk from the Northern Wairoa Boating Club to the Dargaville Museum and return.

Mr Murray says the Hash House Harriers are also planning a run next week around the Kai iwi Lakes as an ‘official’ memorial to Mr Fowlie. ¢

p Members of the Kauri Coast Hash House Harriers prepare to set off on a run in memory of Wayne Fowlie

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The big shave — show your supportu by Joanne Speechly

For the past 10 years, hundreds of Kiwis have chopped off their locks, dobbed in their mates, fundraised and organised events for Shave for a Cure.

The fundraiser is the Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand’s signature fundraising event. LBC carries out vital work such as patient support programmes, research, information, awareness and advocacy and yet it receives no government funding to support it’s core services.

Ruawai shavees, eleven year old Kahli Robinson and her aunty, Carrisa Flavell have decided to Shave for a Cause on Sunday, March 2 at Carrisa’s salon in Ruawai. Kahli’s step-grandmother has been battling cancer and Kahli thought shaving her head and raising some much needed money is the least that she can do. Carrisa has decided to step up to the challenge too and support her niece.

People can help Kahli and Carrisa’s fundraising effort by going to www.shaveforacure.co.nz and searching for either ‘Serena Morfett’ for Kahli or ‘Carrisa Flavell’.

Anyone can brave a shave and become a hero to show their solidarity and support for the six New Zealanders who are diagnosed with

a blood cancer or related conditions every day. However, if the bald look is a bit too scary, donations big and small are always welcome. ¢

p Kahli and Carrisa will sacrifice their glossy locks on Sunday, March 2 to help raise money for LBC

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Local artist exhibits work from the heartu by Colin Patterson

Dargaville artist Patricia Mortensen says her new exhibition comprises ‘anything and everything’.

The exhibition ‘Art from the Heart’ opened earlier this month at the Funky Fish in Baylys Beach.

Mrs Mortensen says her style is “expressionism, Impressionism and everything else. I just love colour and textures. I just paint from the heart and the head.”

Josie Scott drumsto a different beatu by Colin Patterson

While lots of kiwis spent summer on the beach, Baylys Beach resident Josie Scott was drumming her way through two West African countries that many New Zealanders have never heard of.

Ms Scott is aficionado of African drumming. She and partner Northland Regional Council deputy chair Graeme Ramsey spent six weeks there in December and January. But it was hardly an unusual experience for Ms Scott. Her trip to Ghana was her fourth in the last 10 years.

“One of the reasons I go back to Ghana is because I know that having lessons with local musicians supports them to keep doing what they love — and in fact helps the whole community, as everything is shared around.”

This year she had the chance to travel to the inland nation of Burkina Faso. “It’s much poorer than Ghana. It’s the second poorest country in the world. It’s resource poor, landlocked and it’s French speaking.”

Ms Scott says it was an experience she would not have missed. “In Ghana at times we had no power or water.It was a good reminder of how fortunate we are in New Zealand.”

p Josie Scott (right) during a performance in Ghana

Ms Scott is keen to pass on all she has learned in West Africa and is offering a six-week course on an Introduction to African Drumming.

Classes take place on Tuesday evenings,starting on March 11. To learn more ring 021 0223 8621 or go to www.josiescott.org. ¢

She and husband Allan started the Dargaville Arts Association four years ago. She says the association has encouraged the creativity of local artists like herself. “It gives us the opportunity to go out and do things as individuals we wouldn’t otherwise do.”

The association had an exhibition at the Funky Fish last year at the invitation of owner Beth Kelliher, who gives local artists the opportunity to have two-monthly exhibitions throughout the year. Mrs Mortensen then booked herself for a personal exhibition.

She admitted it got a little frantic as opening day came closer and the pressure to produce got stronger. “But it forces you to get your act together and be disciplined.”

Her exhibition opened in early February with 26 works and will remain open until the end of March. Four pieces that were intended in the exhibition have been sold and replaced. All remaining works except one are still for sale.

Mrs Mortensen says she has had positive feedback from people who have seen her work. ¢


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Ruawai Lions club ready for actionu by Joanne Speechly

Ruawai Lions Club is gearing up for a busy few weeks. Starting with music in the Gardens on Saturday, March 8 and their annual charity auction is set for Saturday, March 15.

Music in the Garden, featuring the R&B Connection and Friends, is a fundraising venture for the Northland Electricity Rescue Helicopter Service.

Food and refreshments will be available, BYO is welcome and for extra comfort, bring a chair or rug.

The fun begins at 3pm at Evan and Brenda Robinson’s place, 143 Dunn Road, Ruawai.

Ruawai Lions Club annual charity auction promises to offer lots of little treasures again this year. The trading table is open from 9am and the auction starts at 10 am, with viewing from 9.30am at the Kaipara Kumara forecourt.

Sponsors’ products will be up for auction, including farming items, and there will be antiques, furniture, electrical appliances, toys, books and bric-a-brac, with food and refreshments available.

“We had a great day last year, with lots of bargains and it was a really good community get together,” said club secretary Dorothy Simpson.

“Music in the Garden was also very successful — good music, great weather and lots of fun. Many of us ended up dancing to the music.”

For further information contact Jim or Dorothy Simpson 09 439 2557, [email protected]. ¢

p Bargains galore and a great community get-together at Ruawai Lions Club Annual Charity Auction

Anglican Church welcomes vicar Brendonu by Joanne Speechly

The Anglican Parish of the Northern Wairoa welcomed their new vicar Brendon Wilkinson at a service held on Tuesday, February 18 at the Holy Trinity, Dargaville.

This will be the first appointment as vicar for Brendon, who has moved to Dargaville with his wife Leslie and four younger children, Ana, Mia, Dylan and Grace. Their three adult daughters live in Auckland.

“This is the first time that I’ve had the opportunity to come to Dargaville and I’m excited about being here. It’s an honour and a privilege.

“I grew up with the Anglican Church and my mother is an Anglican priest so I followed on from there.

“Prior to coming up here, I was the priest at St Lukes Church in South Auckland and also studying at theological college.

“I love this role, I love this opportunity and we’re getting used to Dargaville. Being from Auckland, it’s a very different place and my children were mortified at having to go without

p The Anglican Parish of the Northern Wairoa welcomes the new vicar at the Holy Trinity in Dargaville

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Bishop Ross Bay preached at the induction of vicar Brendon Wilkinson saying, “It is a pleasure to be able to preach at this service because it is a very exciting time in the life of this Mission District. Once again, to Brendon and Leslie and your family, a hearty welcome.” ¢


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Kaipara District Council is expected to propose an average rates increase of around 2.3% for the 2014/2015 year which begins on July 1.

The council’s draft Annual Plan 2014/2015 will be considered for adoption by the commissioners at their meeting today (Tuesday February 25). If adopted, it will be released for public consultation on Tuesday March 4 with submissions invited up until 5 pm Tuesday 8 April.

Chief executive Steve Ruru says council had signalled through its Long-Term Plan that average rate increases proposed for the period from 2014/2015 to 2021/2022 would be more in line with rates of inflation, after being higher for the last two years.

He says the low average rates increase proposed is a reflection of the continued determination of the commissioners to run an affordable and balanced budget.

“Council has delivered on that commitment,” Mr Ruru says.

He says the draft Annual Plan 2014/2015 and the summary document outline a number of areas on which council wishes to consult with the community. A summary of the draft Annual Plan 2014/2015 will appear in

the Kaipara Lifestyler as a pullout in its March 4 edition.

Also, both the Summary and the draft Annual Plan will be available on the Kaipara District Council’s website www.kaipara.govt.nz from. ¢

p Baylys Town Camp residents Brian and Nita Gaukrodger with a copy of the book that is being released to mark the camp’s centenary

p Members of the Baylys Town Camp looking forward to the weekend’s centenary celebrations

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Camp families celebrate 100 years at Baylys Beach

p Council Chief Executive Steve Ruru

Every New Year there has been a special sports day for children, while there is an annual cricket match on the beach with the Dargaville Fire Brigade for the Toheroa Cup.

The 17 cottages have mostly been handed down within families, as the club’s rules only allow sales on the open market after first being offered to family members and then other residents.

Mrs Gaukrodger says most of the camp’s residents live far afield, with many coming from Auckland for the summer. But they still have strong links to the Dargaville area. Among the initial members was local MP Gordon Coates who subsequently became Prime Minister.

The centenary was marked by a Saturday night dinner for 160 people at the Northern Wairoa Golf Club. ¢


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Andrew Wade looks forward to Northland Field Days because he knows it is one of the best chances he gets each year to talk with his customers.

Mr Wade runs Wade Concrete Products, a Dargaville-based family business that supplies troughs, storage containers, cattle stops, pipes, culverts and almost anything else made of concrete to the rural sector.

And because farmers come to Field Days, Mr Wade knows it is good business for him and his company to be there too. “Farmers from all over Northland are going to be there. It’s a good opportunity to show ourselves to the wider farming community.”

Among the product lines on display are water troughs and tanks, septic tanks and the bunker buster — a container for storing palm kernel and fertiliser.

Mr Wade has been attending Field Days for as long as he’s been in business.

Along with many other small business people he has to cope with the resource implications of staffing a Field Days stall while also keeping his Dargaville office open. “It’s no small cost but it’s worth it.” ¢

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Busy time for Honda at Field Daysu by Colin Patterson

When it comes to Field Days Dargaville Honda owner Bruce McKenzie knows he is in for a busy time.

For the last 12 years he and his four fellow Northland Honda dealers have worked together to put on a display that showcases the versatility and adaptability of the Honda range of bikes, off-road vehicles, gear and accessories.

“You have to be there,” says Bruce. “People expect you to be there.”

He agrees that putting together a professional presentation for the three days of Field Days is quite of bit of work. ”But we’re quite lucky Honda

New Zealand gets the site ready and the four other Northland dealers bring in gear. But we supply most of it as we’re local.”

One of the highlights will be performances by the professional New Zealand FMX stunt team, which will be putting on four shows on both Friday and Saturday.

Dargaville Honda also supplies bikes to Field Days staff and for security, making a vital contribution to the smooth running of the event. ¢

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The event adds to a long list of new exhibitors — there are more than 50 — events and entertainment on offer this year.

Made up of Trent Garton from Kaitaia, Jason White from Palmerston North, Andrew Jackson from Gore and Stewart Eweing from Gore, the riders are considered to be the top four in New Zealand.

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The team at Sheep ‘n’ Show will be holding sheep races and live shearing events with three races and two shearing displays each day.

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In the event of either of the tractors front wheels leaving the ground during the pull the entrant will be disqualified during the heats or relegated during the finals.

Businesses also get in on the act in the Thursday Challenges.

No rural show can be complete without the woodchopping events, even though the sport attracts dwindling numbers in the 21st century.

Logging workers from all over Northland and New Zealand have gathered at the Northland Field Days for more than 20 years to take part in

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One that has never changed in the history of farming is the role of our canine companions in working the land.

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Democracy at its best?Why good governance matters in local government reform. Are the present problems with local government performance and service delivery the result of the system, or of those who govern the system?

Much of the difficulties faced within the current system are the state of governance and leadership elected within the current system. A classic example of this is the huge financial problems faced by Northland’s Kaipara District Council. Poor governance leading to poor oversight on the management function was a key driver of their financial crisis.

Our current democratic system allows for councillors or a Community Board member to be elected by their community. While many bring passion, enthusiasm and commitment, many will also have limited, or no governance experience or knowledge of a council’s specific regulatory or legislative requirements.

There needs to be a major change to the Local Government Act that would require councillors and senior staff to be more accountable and liable where there has been a clear breach of fiduciary duty to the wellbeing of ratepayers.We see an opportunity to strengthen

corporate governance with the inclusion of professional directors appointed by central government working alongside elected representatives.

Growing attention has been placed on changes to Local Government and how it should be organised. There has been much criticism of local government performance and central government seem to have the notion that the only answer is to amalgamate on the basis that bigger is better.

Right of centre politics believe that large provides efficiency and economies of scale while left of centre believe greater power delivers effective decision making. Few analyse and identify the problems within local government and fewer still determine with any real clarity what the appropriate role and function of local government should be.

Councils are required under the Local Government Act to ensure that all decisions enhance the economic

and social wellbeing of their ratepayers.Any consideration of local government

reorganisation should not be limited to proposals floated by the units of local government nor limited to one or two proposals. Other proposals and alternatives should also be considered. Options should not be limited to those that adhere to the current legislation but be determined by what actually best fits a region’s needs.

The key questions are how meaningful representation is achieved, how we can ensure good governance, how greater vision and leadership can be fostered, the improvement of delivery of services and the cost reductions that can be achieved.

Any reorganisation must be predicated on the basic requirement to meet the tenets of Section 10 of the Local Government Act 2002 with the emphasis on ‘local’.

Purpose of local governmentThe purpose of local government is:

(a) to enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of, communities; and

(b) to meet the current and future needs of communities for good-quality local infrastructure, local public services, and performance of regulatory functions in a way that is most cost-effective for households and businesses.

(2) In this Act, good-quality, (in relation to local infrastructure, local public services, and performance of regulatory functions), means infrastructure, services, and performance that are:

(a) efficient; and(b) effective; and(c) appropriate to present and

anticipated future circumstancesA starting point must be consideration

of a modified status quo and any changes must be decided by a binding referendum giving the people of a region the right to make the final decision. This would be democracy at its best.


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Cable Price Ltd 263Carruth House at Whangarei Boys’ High School 897Carters 135, 137Carters Tyre Service 047C-Dax Ltd 221Celestial Wines 894Certifi ed Builders Association of NZ 139Cervus Equipment Ltd 037,039,092,094Chainsaw & Mower Services 015, 017Chapel Olive Oil Ltd 868Childrens Cutlery 702Claas Harvest Centre Northland 027, 029, 082, 084Class 1 Services Limited 013aClassic Builders Whangarei 650Combi Clamp Ltd 260Compass Trailers 003Conex Ltd 652Coolsense Ltd 302aCopthorne Hotel & Resort Hokianga 618Corkill Systems Ltd 247bCorrosion Control NZ Ltd 080aCountry Dawn Quilting 867Craigs Investment Partners 194Cramp-Stop 878Croplands 088CRV Ambreed 248bD – D & A Wordsworth Contracting 116DAE Group Limited 300bDairy Wall Coatings Ltd 160aDairyFlo 160bDargaville Ford 196, 198, 200Dargaville Hunting & Fishing 244Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre 891Dart Industries New Zealand Ltd 920DCT Soil Conditioners 651DeLaval 141bDENZ 190bDevan Plastics Ltd 209Diesel Performance Solutions Ltd 152Dinerite Ltd 890Donovan Group 269bE – ECU Chips 268ED WOOD LTD 009Electoral Services 717Emuology Ltd 862Endraulic Limited 076ENJO 864Environmental Fertilisers Ltd 145Environmental Fertilisers Ltd 294ETN 125F – Fairbrother Industries Ltd 072Farmers of New Zealand Inc. 175,177,220Farmgard Ltd 104, 106Farmgate Direct 141aFarmlands Co-operative Society Ltd 148, 150Farmquip 204FarmSafe 625Fiber Fresh Feeds Limited 273First National Roper & Jones 151FlexiTunnel 288Flight Centre Whangarei 220FMG 192Focus New Zealand 342aFond Foods Limited 616Fonterra 276, 278Forsyth Barr Investment Advice 621Four Seasons Gutter Pro 914, 916Freemasons of New Zealand 899Fribesco Ltd 701Fw1 Waterless Cleaner 107bG – Gallagher 202Gasworks & Plumbing Ltd 303GEA Farm Technologies NZ Ltd 241Gilmore Brown Limited 608, 609Giltrap Engineering Ltd 142

Glaber Ltd 110bGlenbrook Machinery Ltd 068Go Karts Direct 311bGodfrey’s Chainsaws & Mowers 231Good Life Soap 895goodGround Real Estate 134bGreen Tea X50 893Greenwood 279Gunson McLean Ltd 190aH – Hansa Chippers 189Hansen Products (NZ) Limited 224Hatz R Us 708Hazard Co 220Healthy Homes Tai Tokerau 917,919Helinorth 211HerdHomes Systems Ltd 655Hewitson Industries 261Homekill Services Ltd 617Homeopathic Farm Support Ltd 624Hopkins Farming Group Ltd T/A Strautmann Hopkins 070HotSpring Portable Spa 320HPL Distribution ltd 108bHRV Northland 885, 887Husqvarna New Zealand Ltd 078HW Industries 05a

Hydrofl ow Distributors Ltd 205Hynds Pipe Systems 033, 035I – IC Motorgroup 183,185,226,228Ideal Buildings 909Ifor Williams 298Iplex Pipelines (NZ) Ltd 101Irri Max Ltd 304Irripod Flexible Irrigation 181ISL Animal Health 158bJ – JackJaw 267bJames Engineering Ltd 061JK Engineering (Keenan True Technology NZ) 063Just Horse N Around 307K – Kaipara Workwear & Safety 223,262Kauri Park Nurseries 220Kawasaki Motorcycle Distributors 271Keith Hay Homes 253bKeri Shelter Trimmers 163Kerikeri Pumps & Irrigation 241kidztime 740King’s College 313bKitchen Trendz by Mastercraft 649Kiwilland New Zealand Ltd 299aKliptank Ltd 249aKSN Products 299bKwik Kold (NZ) 259

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Performance Products Ltd 153PGG Wrightson 199, 201Phiten Health and Performance 926Pieroth Wines NZ Ltd 913Pilkington Insulation Ltd 157aPioneer Brand Products Ltd 643Plasma Biotec Solutions 282aPlatinum Homes Northland 922Plumbing and Heating Centre Ltd 261Polaris NZ 256, 258Pooks Landing Lavender 924Porter Group 019Portraits on Strowan 923, 925Poultry NZ 709Power Farming Northland 089Power Farming Wholesale Ltd 091, 093, 144 & 146PPP INdustries Limited 270Primary Industry Training Organisation 154aProgressive Red Devon 657Prolan NZ 282BPromax Engineered Plastics 162Q – Quadbar NZ 123aR – R&R Demonstrations Ltd T/A Stoneline/PS Marketing 871, 873R&R Demonstrations T/A Expandable Hose 615Rabobank New Zealand Ltd 188Rainbow Soaps 715Ravensdown 217, 219RD1 Limited 237, 239RDS Systems Ltd 647Redline Farm Machinery 095,097,099Ria’s Natural Health Soap 880Ringrose Stockfoods Ltd 287Rotational Plastics 062Rotowiper Ltd 069Royd Pawson - Wooden Toys 888Rumble Electrical & Solar 314Rural Direct 207Rural Research - Nitrosol 277bS – Savebarn 007Scooterworks Mobility 238Second Drawer down 879Semex NZ Ltd 658Seventh-day Adventist Church 901, 903Shelter Station 060Shuzi NZ Limited 889Silver Fern Farms Ltd 025aSkin and Vein Clinic 900 & 902Sock Lady Ltd 206aSolo NZ Ltd 031Speedrite 232, 234Spire Chartered Accountants 185Stafi x 232, 234Stihl Shop Warkworth 080bStockRock 108aStonewood Homes Whangarei Limited 892Story Chairs 714Strainrite Fencing Systems 254

Stronghold Trading Ltd 201Suzuki New Zealand Limited 178,180,182T – Taege Engineering 074Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre/NorthTec 158aTe Pari 186Te Whai Bay Wines 877TechniPharm 173Tecnico Energy Solutions 110aTelford - A Division of Lincoln University 220The Feeder Leader Company Ltd 122The Liquorice Lady Ltd 912The Village Press 148, 150The Wrangler Ltd 247aThink Water Northland 306Tiaho Trust 607Tokoroa Engineering Ltd 119Totalspan 274TracMap NZ Ltd 637, 638Tractor and Machinery Hire Ltd 107aTree Wise Northland Ltd 121Trees for Streams 716Trueform Spa Pools 340Tru-Test Group 232, 234Tulloch Farm Machines 086Turiwiri Produce LTD 220Twincoast Helicopters 2007 Ltd 164Tyres 4 U 127U – Uber Group Ltd 220Union Car Spares 308V – Veronicas Delights 301Versatile Homes and Buildings 230Villa Italia Ltd 869Vodafone New Zealand 309, 311aW – Wade Concrete Products Ltd 184Wagner Stoves 261Waikato Milking Kaipara 296bWalker Mowers 064 & 066Waltex Ltd 300aWarren Hay Marine 166,168Waterfl ow NZ Ltd 302bWES Solar 613Wesco Seeds Ltd 642Westpac 280Whangarei Mobile Locksmiths 614Whangarei Treatment Providers Ltd 904Whites Handcrafts 297bWinter Gardenz 267aWrack Auto Electrical 312X – Xstream Profi les 305aY – Yamaha Motor NZ Ltd 170Young Farmers 154bYour Health Naturally 918Yovich Hayward Pevats Johnston Limited 187cZ – Zenteq 875ZeroPak 863, 865

Marine North 149Mark Cromie Holden 083,085,087,136,138,140MarketBook Australia 075aMasport Heating 261Maureen’s Place 739McIntosh Bros Engineers Ltd 061, 114McQuinn Pumps 310MD Distributors Limited 103, 105Metalform (Dannevirke) Ltd 126Metro Heating 261Mickey Thompson Tires 013bMilk Bar 243Milking Solutions 253aMitre 10 Mega Whangarei 316Model Barn Ltd 297aMountain Fresh Limited 886MTF Vehicle Finance 155bmyebiz.international 145N – Name Art 921National Party Northland 927Need a Nerd 220New Zealand Historic Places Trust 644, 645New Zealand Roofi ng Services 25bNewman Engineering 2004 Ltd 090Ngahiwi Farms Ltd 134aNoel Remnant Filtration 602North Country Grains 277aNorth Island Limousin Breeders Inc. 654North West Multi Media 220NorthAble Disability Services 313aNorthern Honda 117Northern Publishing 659Northern Wairoa Voice for Life 876Northfuels 102Northland Autos 172Northland Boating centre 222Northland Devon Cattle Breeders Club 176Northland Farm Services Ltd 124Northland Farm Water Solutions Ltd 252Northland Kia Ltd 156Northland Milking Machine Testing 241Northland Regional Council (NRC) 251Northland Spa and Pool Co 171Northland Toyota 138Northpower 218Northside-Solar 706Northtec 158aNorwood Farm Machinery 041, 043,096,098Nova Energy Solar Water Heating 261Number46Ltd 641Nutritional Services Ltd 623Nuttz Gourmet 910NZ Fudge Farm 861NZ National Agricultural Fieldays 318NZ Solar Northland 870NZCES Ltd (Solar Energy Systems) 613O – Oceandry Drysuits and Waders 622Ombro Leather Goods 704, 705Opus International Consultants 265OSPRI New Zealand 604,605,606P – Pacifi c Motor Group Limited 129,131,133Palatabull 148, 150Pam and Stan Torkington 712, 713Pearson Engineering Ltd 122PEL 232, 234

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Matakohe

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021 402 122 a/h 09 431 8646

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For Sale $95,000

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Sunshine Lifestyle

A modern & sensible lifestyle

arrangement with lots of benefits for

it’s owner. A private & sheltered

spot for this recent re-site of a

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JUDGING TIME ON THE BLOCK!

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package: Spacious lounge/dining, 3

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section, landscaped & fenced.

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Paparoa

For Sale$495,000

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021 288 0588 a/h 09 431 8872

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East/West aspect 30 acres. Hillside

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The Freemasons of Northland invite all visitors to the Dargaville Field Days to visit our

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There are approximately 5 million Freemasons world wide and 75,000 in Australia and New Zealand.

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Meet some local Freemasons. We would welcome new members.

Site 903, No. 2,Lifestyle Pavillion

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Big support for solar rollout

Dargaville’s Pono Lodge is approaching it’s centennary, celebrating 100 years of brotherhood and good works in the community.

It’s official — the Kaipara district is going solar.

With a strong history of ties to local families and the wider Kaipara region, the Masonic Lodge in central Dargaville is a vital link in the area’s history — and its future.

This Field Days representatives from Pono Lodge will be talking to guests on site, in an aim to reach out to the community and perhaps ‘demystify’ the aims and strengths of the international brotherhood of Freemasons. Well known for their contributions to charitable causes, the organisation has a history traced back to the master stonemasons of old Europe, and traditions rooted in Biblical history. It’s a fascinating part of western culture, and as valid today as when those master masons of old gathered to share their knowledge in ancient times.

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brotherhood are manifold, and the chance to positively influence the community is vast. Most of all, it’s a chance to connect with a long-standing and respected tradition which often runs through the ancestry of families.

If one of your relatives was part of Freemasonry — especially here in the Kaipara — there’s no better time than this centennial year to come and talk to current Lodge members and find out just what it means to be a Freemason. See Paul or any one of the Pono brothers at Field Days and find out more about a tradition which has numbered men such as George Washington, Isaac Newton and more in its ranks.

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Local qualified solar hot water installers Plumbing and Heating Centre have fitted a record number of solar hot water heating systems this summer season, with both residential properties and businesses feeling the benefits of soaring temperatures. Now the real results are coming in, in the form of lower power bills for early adopters of the joint venture between Plumbing and Heating and Nova Energy.

Some customers, like Dargaville resident Jim Goodland, have been sizing up options to get ‘off the grid’ for some time now. An advocate of home energy independence, Mr Goodland approached Plumbing and Heating solar experts a year ago, and was impressed by the German-engineered systems offered by Nova.

While he says that the true test of time is yet to come, installing solar hot water heating has been partly an economical and partly an ecological decision — one he plans to back up with photovoltaic solar energy systems later this year.

Farmer Des Bickers is equally pragmatic, and is convinced that his diary shed solar hot water heater is primed to be a money-saver.

“I said yes, then had some doubts before it was installed. But I have been surprised at how hot it can get 300 litres. We’ve had it hit 38 degrees (Celsius) even on a cloudy day. The hottest it’s gotten is 63 degrees.”

In fact, Mr Bickers says that it’s working so well he’s begun considering one for his home as well, to mate up to a wetback fireplace.

Council calls for more water savingsu by Colin Patterson

Dargaville and Baylys Beach residents are being urged to save more water after restrictions imposed earlier this month have done little to reduce consumption.

A dry summer has reduced intakes into the Kaihu River, leading Kaipara District Council to ban the use of hoses and sprinklers with the aim of safeguarding supplies for the rest of summer.

Council operations engineer Brian Armstrong said the first week of restrictions saw a drop in usage from 3,500 cubic metres a day to 3,300. But hot weather last week saw usage shoot up, reaching 3,800 cubic metres on Saturday which was an all-time record.

Rain through most of Wednesday appears to have had little effect, with continuing hot and dry weather since. And with Field Days later this

week bringing thousands of visitors to Dargaville, supplies will be under more stress. And with dry weather dominating the long-term forecast, there is unlikely to a quick end to the current dry spell.

Mr Armstrong says residents need to do more to reduce consumption. “We can do better.”

He says saving water is simple, as long as you are organised. Tips include keeping a bucket in your shower and using that water for household tasks, and turning off dripping taps.

Further water-saving tips are available on the council’s website www.kaipara.govt.nz. ¢


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Lew Duggan President This is Lew’s fourth year as President. A member for 11 years, is the Chairperson of the Employment sub-committee, and is on the Sponsorship/Advertising/ Media, Compliance and Finance sub-committees.

Colin Finlayson Vice President Vice President and one of the original founding members, Colin has been a member for 30 years and organizes the sound systems, lighting and electricity. He is on the Property sub-committees

Emma Smith Treasurer A new member. She is the new Treasurer and is the Chairperson for the Finance sub-committee. She is on the Funding and Compliance sub-committees.

Ned Stevens A member for 18 years, Ned is the Field Days registered electrician who maintains the power supply. He is on the Property sub-committee.

Syd Pull A member for 16 years, Syd is the Chairperson of Catering and on the Property and Compliance sub-committees.

Sue Kernot Sue was the Secretary from 1994 for six years and became member after this. She had a 3 year break and has been a member again for 4 years She is on the Employment and Finance sub-committees.

Jason Kena A member for 14 years, Jason is the Chairperson of the Compliance sub-committee and on the Events and Property sub-committees.

Mark Nichols A member for 8 years, Mark is on the Property and Sponsorship/ Advertising/Media sub-committees.

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Back in 1985 the very first Field Days was held at Dargaville’s equestrian

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Spirits undampened, the event was a roaring success, attracting over 80 exhibitors. Year after year the festival grew, moving to its new and current home just up the road. This prime highway-side spot became the official property of the Field Days in 2006.

Even though the Jaycees are no longer the single driving force behind the Field Days, a spirit of community co-operation and volunteer grit is still what gets the job done as the huge event gets ready to launch.

Volunteers pitch in across all aspects of Field Days organisation, from the most important to the most prosaic. Some would say that there are certain jobs which fit both descriptions!

Community involvement is not just limited to those selfless folks who give freely of their time. The Field Days is now an incorporated society, registered with the New Zealand Charities Commission, and each year many not-for-profit groups are invited to take part as a vital part of their fundraising. The Field Days also gives back in the form of research grants and scholarships, driving innovation and growth in the rural sector. ¢


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Brian Jackson A member for 8 years, Brian is on the Catering, Events, and Property sub-committees.

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John Phillips A member for 4 years after many as an Associate, He is Chairperson of the Tractor Pull sub-committee.

Anne Pull A member for 5 years after many as an Associate, Anne is on the Events and Sponsorship/Advertising/ Media sub-committees. She is the Programme Co-Coordinator

Ernie Dawes A member for 5 years, Ernie is on the Property sub-committee.

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Godfreys Chainsaws and Mowers is your local destination for all outdoor power equipment and after nearly four years at the helm, owner Trevor Gwillim and the team, will be returning to this year’s Northland Agricultural Field Days alongside representatives from their top selling brands.

“Stihl is our leader brand and we’re complemented with Masport, Briggs and Stratton, Castlegarden lawn tractors and Ferris Zero Turn mowers. Stihl chainsaws and power equipment are our biggest market, followed by ride-ons and push mowers,” says Trevor.

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“It is important to us that quality services and products remain available locally — that people can call in and have a chat to the business owner and have their purchases serviced here too.”

Godfreys Chainsaws and Mowers have a new site this year, 231, and the whole team will be spending time at the field days over the three days.

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Margaret Bishop and her husband John have been going to Field Days ever since they bought Newman Engineering 10 years ago.

She says previous owner Greg Newman had been at Field Days for some years and she and her husband have continued that tradition. “It’s one of the places we can showcase what we do. It’s important for finding potential customers.”

The Dargaville-based company specialises in finding engineering solutions, mostly for the rural sector. Field Days is a once-a-year opportunity to highlight their ingenuity and skill to an attentive audience.

Mrs Bishop says Newman Engineering will be highlighting three of its signature implements at this year’s show. “The first is the Land Plane which is three implements in one. It’s local kiwi

ingenuity designed by local farmer Ross Whatmough and Greg Newman.”

They will also be promoting Newman Engineering’s range of incinerators — particularly important in this year’s dry summer and accompanying fire ban.

Their final implement will be the de-Crap-it, an effluent scraper that can be fixed to the front of a tractor. Newman Engineering also offers a mini de-Crap-it that can be carried at the front of a quad bike.

Going to the Field Days is a big commitment for a small locally-owned business. But Mrs Bishop has no second thoughts. “There may not be a lot of sales. But there’s a whole new year ahead and we’re looking positive.” ¢

Dargaville Ford supports Field Days — for 30 yearsu by Colin Patterson

Dargaville Ford director Lindsay West has two very special reasons for being at this year’s Field Days.

“I believe Dargaville Ford is the only business that’s been to Field Days every year since its inception. I’m also a local and I’m loyal to the district.”

He says that when Field Days started in 1985 there were eight new vehicle franchises in Dargaville.

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“Now we’re the only one. People need to support their local businesses. Otherwise they’ll have to go to Whangarei for everything.”

Dargaville Ford will have three sites at Field Days displaying 22 vehicles. “Our range is absolutely amazing,” says Lindsay. “They start with the small Fiesta all the way to the Ranger. We’ll have special offers and finance people who can tailor-make a deal for you.”

While few sales are made at Field Days, Lindsay says being there helps create interest among potential buyers. “Last year I didn’t sell very much because of the drought. But we did 19 sales in March. I attributed them all to Field Days.”

Being at Field Days is an expensive exercise.

“There’s the cost of three sites. Then we’ve got to order stock three or four months in advance. Once you do that there’s no going back.”

He and his fellow staff expect a busy time at Field Days. “When we’ve made such a big commitment we hope for the support of the district.” ¢

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Hava good show Boss, eh?Yep. Gidday readas. It’s showtyme, fun tyme, Billy

Borda Colly time! Cos The Boss an’ Sharlene ‘ave takin off fer Dargyville ana big Feel Daze event, leavin’ me hear ona proppity wiv Mum, whoose also lookin’ afta yung Soppy. ‘Cept that Mum’s other dorter, Sharlene’s yunga sista is also helpin’, wiv Mum doin’ tha cookin’. An that suits me real good. Cos wen Mum’s inna kitchin, it meens she does extra tucka fer yoo no hoo. Yep, yors truly, Billy.

I jest come back fruma cattil stop afta seein’ Boss an’ Sharlene off downa road ina ute. They gunna stay in Dargyville fer a cupla nites, an’ that leeves me ta run tha farm. Befor I set off ta go roun’ tha stock, lika Boss sed I had ta, I checkt tha smells froma kitchin, an’ gess wot, Mum’s gotta roast of pork ina ovin. That meens I’m lookin’ ata big helpin’ of craklin fer tee! Yippee!

Gotta admit, Feel Daze is werth it evin if I havta stay home wile that Boss enjoys hisself.

Mine, you befor they left, he an’ Sharlene was diskussin tha ‘lections. Seems they gunna havta go an’ vote fer a guvmint later ina yeer, an’ Sharlene was havin’ a laff wiva Boss about sum kandidate corled Kolin Krayg. She sez he reckins them passinger planes that fly ova Rooawhy on the way ta Feejee an’ places kin spray stuff ona peeple down hear. Now that’s a bit scary. Wunner wot Kolin would say if he saw our top dressin’ mate Ray wen he does the farm paddicks?

Boss then reckined Kolin sez he’s a buddy good cook ina kitchin, an he doesn’t reckin its just wimmin’s work.

“So blimmin’ wot Dog,” seda Boss. “Sharlene an’ Mum do tha kitchen cookin’, but hoo does the barby wen we

hava nees up ina woolshed. You an me eh? Wots Kolin wont. A bluddy medal?

An’ anyway, they shud give him a new name. He wantsta take that Russil Normal froma Green party ta kort fer sayin’ unkind

things. Ya no that Jonny Kash song I like. They shud call Kolin ‘ a boy named Sue’. Heh Heh Heh.......”

That was about the tyme that Sharlene rolled her eys an’ sed they better get going ta Feel Daze an’ Mum startid getting stuck in, ina kitchin.

So I betta be off rown’ tha stock, then I betta check unner tha woolshed. Ya see, Boss likely ta come hom wiva ute stacked wiv

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Yep. Gidday readas. It’s showtyme, fun tyme, Billy Borda Colly time! Cos The Boss an’ Sharlene ‘ave takin off fer Dargyville ana big Feel Daze event, leavin’ me hear ona proppity wiv Mum, whoose also lookin’ afta yung Soppy. ‘Cept that Mum’s other dorter, Sharlene’s yunga sista is also helpin’, wiv Mum doin’ tha cookin’. An that suits me real good. Cos wen Mum’s inna kitchin, it meens she does extra tucka fer yoo no hoo. Yep, yors truly, Billy.

I jest come back fruma cattil stop afta seein’ Boss an’ Sharlene off downa road ina ute. They gunna stay in Dargyville fer a cupla nites, an’ that leeves me ta run tha farm. Befor I set off ta go roun’ tha stock, lika Boss sed I had ta, I checkt tha smells froma kitchin, an’ gess wot, Mum’s gotta roast of pork ina ovin. That meens I’m lookin’ ata big helpin’ of

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New chef puts her mark on the Funky Fishu by Colin Patterson

Pia Sunderland is looking forward to cooking up a storm at the Funky Fish.

She has just started as the night chef at Baylys Beach’s favourite eating place.

Originally from Whangarei, Pia comes to the Funky Fish after working at Arcade Meats and studying at NorthTec. “Before that I was a farmer’s wife.”

So what attracted her to the Funky Fish? “I love the people and the music. We have great bands and live performances. I love the beach. And I live out here — that’s a bonus.”

At NorthTec Pia learned new ways of presenting food. “I’m planning on creating a new menu. And I’m keen to use what I’ve learned to funky up the menu.”

As to her favourite part of the Funky Fish dining experience, Pia says it is easy to choose. “Our desserts. We make delicious desserts.”

She says the Funky Fish is so successful because it remembers its local roots. “We always try and use local produce. And I want to keep the menu beachy — light and fresh.”

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Are your assets protected?u by Hammonds Law

We all work to accumulate wealth and security for our families.

It’s important to know that everything you have strived so hard to achieve is protected in the years to come. But, it’s not just about passing on wealth.

It’s about realising ideals and hopes for the future and cementing property that you have worked hard for and passing it on to future family members.

How may a trust work with asset and estate planning?

Why should you plan how to deal with your assets?

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• Controlling succession of your estate to your children or other beneficiaries.So what is a trust?A trust is an obligation imposed on a

person (the trustee) to hold property or income on behalf of and for the benefit of another person or class of persons (the beneficiaries).

Discretionary trusts are trusts in which trustees have the power (discretion) to pick and choose among many beneficiaries (often defined as a class

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This is a very common family trust type and will generally cover most trust needs for basic asset protection.

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The Trust Deed outlines who the trustees and beneficiaries are, the name of the trust, for how long the trust will operate, how the trust property will be invested and the rules that are to apply to the trust.

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But Pia is not going to confine herself to the kitchen. She’s keen to meet the people who keep the Funky Fish humming: its customers. “They come from all over the place. The other day we had two lady bikers who came here from north of Waipoua Forest. That’s nice.” ¢

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The pair, who hail from Sweden, originally came to New Zealand to hit the road and enjoy a big O.E. on the other side of the planet.

What they didn’t count on was falling in love with the Kaipara district, with its sunny summer atmosphere, lakes and beaches. When they first came to town their plan was to harvest kumara — that well-known local delicacy. But a chance meeting with the Northern Wairoa Hotel’s

John Collins changed the nature of their trip to a working holiday. Figuring that working in a historic Kiwi tavern would be a great story to tell the folks back home, the qualified bartenders (who already packed in a lot of experience in their home nation) signed up — and the rest is history.

“They’ve set the bar for waitressing here,” says John, who along with the management and staff of the Northern Wairoa is sad to see the pair leave. “They’re certainly not afraid of hard work!” The next stop on Sarah and Sanna’s delayed tour of New Zealand takes them south to Coromandel, then

eventually on to Christchurch, in order to see the wonders of the South Island before they become locked in snow. Coming from Scandinavian climates, they explain “we’ve seen enough snow!”

The pair plan to return when they can, and take with them good memories of Dargaville and its unique ‘characters’.

Certainly there are those who frequent the popular tavern and restaurant who will miss their humour, wit and skill.

In their absence, another globe-trotting team of wait staff — this time from England and Ireland — will take over, adding their names to the register of international guests who have, at least temporarily, called Dargaville home. ¢

Bartenders, waitresses, front-of-house staff and (almost) kumara pickers Sanna Folkesson and Sarah Fischier Eriksson have become familiar faces in Dargaville during their five month stay at the Northern Wairoa Hotel.

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Dining GuideIt’s party time in DargavilleThe town by the banks of the Northern Wairoa comes alive for Field Days, offering festivities, food and fun for visitorsto the region’s biggest agricultural event.

And there’s just so much on offer this year that we thought a quick run-down of some must-see and must-taste local delicacies was in order, to help you plan your stay.

Fans of old-fashioned, home-style fare will be well satiated by a trip to Jo’s Home Cookery — a Dargaville institution where there’s always something fresh on the menu. Try a homemade pie or add an order of the region’s famous kumara chips as a side to a tasty burger. There’s more freshly made goodness to be had at the Horseshoe Cafe, where their jam-packed filled rolls are a local legend. And for an evening in good company you can’t go past the local RSA, famous for their generous helpings of good Kiwi tucker, served up with an icecold pint.

If you’re travelling into town via Ruawai, a stop off at the all-new Ellecee’s Cafe is a must. New management and a new menu make this a little gem of a place for road-trippers, and their coffee is reputed to be some of the best around!

Here in Dargaville one name has been synonymous with great takeaways since our local Ford dealership was polishing up Model T’s. That name is Matich’s Premier Restaurant, and they are still

going strong today. Try anything from their super-fresh seafood menu, or treat yourself to a chicken, bacon and brie burger — a personal favourite.

We’re well served for delicious Thai cuisine here in Dargaville, with two restaurants offering different regional flavours from the south-east Asian nation. Whether you enjoy mild or spicy, exotic or traditional, there’s only one piece of advice which suits. You have to try both!

During Field Days the local Dargaville Club is open to all visitors, offering legendary hospitality and live music along with hearty meals. Club members offer all our Field Days guests a warm welcome, and invite them to drop in for visit.

Right in the heart of town, the mighty Northern Wairoa Hotel will be in full celebration mode, with their renowned, sizzling steak dinners and royal-quality roasts the pick of the bunch. Test your skill against the raging mechanical bull for a chance to take home $1,000 cash, or rock the night away with live music from top local bands in the historic tavern’s bar. ¢

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Kaipara Service Directory

LIFESTYLERKaipara SERVICE DIRECTORYPhone to advertise 09 439 6933

Ring AndrewRing AndrewNo job too smallCovering the Kaipara! Cell 0274 557 750

ProPertyMaintenance

& rePairATS• Fences & Repairs • Flooring Repairs • Decks

• Kitchen/Bathroom Fit Outs • Wet Wall Lining • Water Blasting & Chemical Washes

• Windows & Latches • Plus Much More• All general engineering requirements

• Suppliers of Waikato Milking Systems• Lowara Pumps • Hi Tech Effluent Systems

PH/FAX 09 439 7392 MOB 027 414 1250

PUKEKO ST DARGAVILLE 0310

[email protected]

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09 439 6880

8 Portland StreetDargaville

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3 Parore St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 8881

CHAINSAWS & MOWERSCHAINSAWS & MOWERSCHAINSAWS & MOWERS

Pick Up & Delivery Service

AvailableConditions apply

Locally owned and operated - Quality workmanship guaranteed

Floor Sanding

NZQA Qualified with National Certificate. Approved Member Floor NZ

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09 439 7564027 439 7565

• Floor restoration• New floors sanded and coated• Prepwork

• Polyurethane Finishes• Oil Finishes• Concrete Grinding and Polishing

Audio Visual• Domestic Wiring•

Lighting Shop• Security / •

CCTV SystemsHeat Pumps•

Refrigeration• Repairs & • Maintenance

Cowshed Electrical • Systems

Air Conditioning / • Ventilation

Phone / Fax: 09 439 7172E: dargaville@laserelectrical.co.nzwww.dargaville.laserelectrical.co.nz

30 Hokianga Road Dargaville | Ph 09 439 8170email: [email protected] | lumino.co.nz

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New patients welcome!

Established over 60 years your local funeral directorMale and Female staff available to discuss

all funeral arrangements Pre-paid and pre-arranged funeral options

FREECALL 0800 66 77 47199 Kamo Road • Whangarei • 437 5799 • Tollfree 0800 667 747

Phone: 09 439 8210Fax: 09 439 8355

15 BEACH ROAD, DARGAVILLE • PO BOX 264, DARGAVILLE

UNDER NEW LOCAL OWNERSHIP• Manufacturers of Fairview Aluminium• Auto Glass for ALL insurance Companies• Garador: Your Garage Door Specialists

Farrand & Mason Ltd.GENERAL & PRECISION ENGINEERS

Best under pressure

Phone: 439 7335Normanby Street

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34 Beach Rd, daRgaville Ph 09 439 6544

TRACTOR & MACHINERY

REPAIRS

HYDRAULICHOSES & FITTINGS

MOBILE SERVICE

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TE HANA TRACTORS

• New/Used Tractor• Machinery • Repairs• In House Engineer• Mobile Service• Comprehensive parts range

308 SH1, Te Hana, Wellsford ∙ PH 09 423 8558Mike Thomas 027 598 9496 ∙ Kim Windlebourne 021 423 852

Authorised Agents for Landini, McCormick and Kioti tractors.

GOOD OLD FASHIONED SERVICE Ltd

Tile Specialists

www.tiletex.co.nz

Free Quotes 09 439 7028 027 668 9908

TILE INSTALLATION TILE MAINTENANCE

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32 Gladstone St, Dargaville • Mob 027 275 0918 • Ph/Fax 09 439 6458

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Lyn’s Cake CreationsLyn’s Cake Creations

Phone Lyn 09 439 0751

Cakes for all occasions no job too big or too small

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Les SweeneyBuilders

• New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions

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


Kaipara Lifestyler ClassifiedsPhone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 4 March 2014 edition is 10am, Monday 3 March 2014. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

Situations Vacant

For SaleTWO ROW Kumara Harvester - Crompton Engineering made. Separate 2 wheel hyd. headland turn. Can be seen working – Call Bruce on 021 277 9976.

To LetSLEEPOUTS DELIVERED to your site from $74pw, studio, 1, 2 or 3 brm, No deposit finance, rentals or cash sales. www.unit2go.co.nz/0800unit2go.

Raffle ResultsRAFFLE RESULTS - Dargaville Bowling Club. Grocery raffle draw Saturday 15th February. Results: 1st. No. 220, Mabel Walton. 2nd. No. 260, Elaine Blitvic. 3rd. No. 564, Melanie Hansen. 4th. No. 210, L Little. Thank you for your support.

Property MaintenanceAAA+ PAINTER, wallpapering specialist, roof spray coatings & waterblasting. Phone John 09 439 5289 or 022 642 1376, Crawford Solutions.

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. Cell 027 455 7750.

GARDENING BEAUTY and the best in gardening. Forget about the rest, get the best. Get Courtney for all your gardening needs. Available now, good rate. Phone Mike 027 423 1166.

OFFAL HOLES 750dia x 5.5m deep with concrete lid with lift out hatch $385.00 Phone Wals Holes 09 437 3936 or 021 932 225.

SEMI-RETIRED, GARDEN maintenance, painting, small carpentry work, house hand wash, paint-stripping back to wood windows etc. Long experience, available now, good rate. Phone Robert 027 423 1166.

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.

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

Animal AccomodationMG BOARDING Kennels, Matakohe. All pets welcome. Dogs $15/night. Cats $8/night. Phone Tom or Jenny 09 431 7368 or 027 285 8944.

Public Notices

ACOUSTIC 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 Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933.

ARATAPU RESIDENTS - Meeting to be held at Aratapu Tavern 2nd March, 1.00pm.

DONNELLYS CROSSING Picnic Sports & Market Day – Saturday 15th March 10.30am start. Held at the Sports Ground, Old Mill Road, sign posted from SH12. Old fashioned family fun day out. Novelty races, gumboot throw, tug of war, water fun & refreshments. Make a scarecrow or vege cake competitions! Run a stall. Enquiries to Michelle – 09 439 5758 or Deborah 09 439 0070. See you there!

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

Public Notices

Nurseries & PlantsNATIVE PLANTS at wholesale prices sold direct to the public from Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd. Further discounts for purchases of 50 or more plants. Delivery service available. Visit the Nursery at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville on Saturdays 10am to 4pm or at other times by appointment. Enquiries welcome phone 09 439 4223, visit the website www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz or email [email protected].

LeaseLEASE LAND wanted, short or long term. Phone Paul 09 431 6461.

Garden MaintenanceGARDENING SERVICE, clean ups, maintenance, pruning, hedging, weeding, lawns, irrigation. Rachel the Gardener, 09 439 8026 or 021 288 8811.

Business For SaleDARGAVILLE BUSINESS established 1984(30 years). Great little unit. Strong client base, no GST. Only $60k. Break free! Phone 09 439 6068.

Property For SaleMATAKOHE 74 ACRES, awesome Kaipara Harbour views, spring water. $480K + gst. Phone 09 946 5652 or 021 430 086.

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

Work WantedSAND BLASTING. Rust never sleeps. Blast, prime, topcoat for structural steel, barns, cowsheds, tanks, machinery, chassis, swimming pools. Western Blast ‘n’ Paint. Phone 09 439 6330.www.westernblasters.co.nz

GLASS & GLAZINGPhone Ray 09 439 5377

Glass DR“We’ll fix your pane”

Pinaki Sand&

Clean Fill

09 439 1505027 614 6309

DENISE CLARKToenail & Fingernail

Cutting Service

Phone 09 439 6068

Full service slaughtering & processing of Beef, Sheep, Pigs, Deer, Goats

All Beef aged Salami ~ Bacon ~ Ham ~ Sausages

Hamburger PattiesTraditional Manuka wood smoked

Bacon, Ham & Salami

Over 25 years experienceFor prompt & professional service contact

Wayne or Annette

Phone 09 439 2020 • Cell 021 401 934 [email protected] Packs Available

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Shaolin Kempo& Tai Chi Chuan2014 Beginner Programmes starting

from Monday 10th Feb for kempo and Tai Chi Chuan

2 FREE Introductory Classes All Ages

To Enquire Phone: 09 439 6226

Leaders in the field of martial artswww.robertgemmell-martialarts.co.nz

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Txt/ph Ash 021 959757 Monday 3 March 2014In the Nurses Lounge at Community Health

Dargaville Hospital, 10am - 12pm

“SELF CARE WHEN WE ARE GRIEVING”You are invited to bring a momento

Josie Scott will be facilitatingThis is an informal group that shares experiences and

supports each other followed by light refreshmentsNEW PARTICIPANTS WELCOME

Enquiries to Jayne 09 439 3330 ext 6716

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORTGROUP

CRUISER CAFE and GRILL

OPEN WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY 5PM TILL LATE

PH 09 431 6918

PAPAROA

Family Friendly & Affordable!

An exciting weekend of events And Activities!

Including: A parade, family gala day, boat trips, bus tours,

dinner dance, Thanksgiving service and photo archives.

Register now at

www.ruawaicentennial.co.nzor pick up a form at

Farmlands, Inders, Jo’s Home Cooking, Godfreys or Carters.

Look forward to seeing you there!

Ruawai centennial21 – 23 March 2014

Join us to celebrate 100 years (plus a few)

of Ruawai

Skills Required Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Proficient in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Team player. Tidy and well presented.

Please send your CV to:NorthSouth Multi Media Ltd

PO Box 474, [email protected]

Phone: 09 439 6933

Graphic Designer Position Available

We are looking for two graphic designers to join our very busy production team. The company’s continual expansion requires us to increase our current team of six designers to eight. Start dates: 1st of April & June (date to be confirmed).

NorthSouth Multi Media Ltd, based in Dargaville, are publishers of the Kaipara Lifestyler, the Northern Farming Lifestyles, Waikato Farming Lifestyles, Taranaki Farming Lifestyles, Manawatu Farming Lifestyles, The Record and Canterbury Farming.


241 Victoria Street. Entertainment to follow.

All Welcome.

A.G.M.Saturday 15th March 2014

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Due to poor seasonal growth the Maize Maze will not run this year. We would like to thank the

sponsors and the public for their support.Hope next season is better!

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Dargavillei 25 Park Road AuctionYour Ideal HavenThis spacious home has a great feel about it. 4 good sized bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large modern kitchen area with large dining area and separate lounge.Auction Saturday 15th March 11.00amOpen Home Saturday 1st March 1.00–2.00pmJean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected]/dar20358 | 09 439 7575

Dargaville Lot 2 Skylark Close $295,000Brand NewJust finished building. Easy care section 400m² or have option of buying next door section. 3 bedrooms with ensuite, internal access single garage + laundry. Warm sunny position. Now’s the time to buy.Open Home Saturday 1st March 2.30–3.00pmJean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected]/dar20322 | 09 439 7575

Aratapu 11 Bell Street $159,000Priced to SellNicely renovated 3 bedroom home with separate lounge, good size kitchen and dining area. Established gardens, large back yard for BBQs and room to run around. Single garage and carport.Open Home Sunday 2nd March 1.00–1.30pmKelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 | [email protected]/dar20364 | 09 439 7575

Dargaville 12/14 Ranfurly Street $375,000Charming Bungalow12 & 14 Ranfurly Street. Close to schools, churches and shops. The property has 2 titles with large mature trees. 3 good sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, character entrance way. Internal access and much more.Open Home Sunday 2nd March 1.00–1.30pmJean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected]/dar20343 | 09 439 7575

Te Kopuru 45 Norton Street $325,000Nestled among the swaying palmsThis swinging seventies home, one of a kind, not your every day house. Large modern kitchen, big dining area, spacious lounge, 3 good sized bedrooms and a fourth above the double garage and workshop.Open Home Sunday 2nd March 1.45–2.15pmKelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 | [email protected]/dar20353 | 09 439 7575

Te Kopuru 79 Norton Street $435,000River Views of the Northern Wairoa3 double bedrooms, 1 single, wet area shower, spa bath, very private, fenced. Currently used as a bed and breakfast. Approximately 1¾ acres. Large lounge with free standing Kent fireplace. Single garage + carport and potting shed. Open Home Sunday 2nd March 1.45–2.15pmJean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected]/dar20337 | 09 439 7575

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