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Left to right: Paparoa’s art gallery committee members, Jane Baird, Helen Budd, Kathy Reynolds, Stu Robertson,and Jillaine Murray

Arts take a step forwardKaipara’s reputation as a haven for the arts has been increasing exponentially, and in the latest step, a new gallery has opened in Paparoa village.

After months in the making, the White Rock Gallery will officially open next weekend, in time to offer visitors to the North Kaipara A and P Show, something extra, alongside the arts and crafts at the show itself, in what will be a permanent display case.

The three-space exhibition area presents an interesting, varied and eclectic collection of creative work from Kaipara artists and craftworkers and is housed in the same building as the Paparoa Community Library.

“It shares the same amazing vintage axminster carpet as the library and the

quirky décor, coupled with professionally styled display give this space a character all its own,” says committee member and local artist, Helen Budd.

“The wide range of work for sale includes oil paintings, acrylics, water colours and textile art as well as sculpture and jewellery and is sure to appeal to visitors passing through as well as local people and the gallery will add another reason for people to stop over in Paparoa.”

Local residents Janice Booth and Stu Robertson initiated the project, and support soon flowed in from some 30 Kaipara-based artists who have all

contributed to setting up the gallery ‘on a shoestring’.

“Detailed decoration and lighting provide a professional area for display, and it’s the product of many hours of work and support from the Progressive Paparoa organisation, a newly-formed Friends of the Gallery group, and individuals.

”Beyond that it will rely wholly on its membership for staffing and operation. White Rock Gallery will be open seven days from 10am–4pm, and displays will be regularly refreshed with new work.

“New members are definitely welcome. Call in and see us.”

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Fun in the sun

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Connecting with the Kaipara

It was all hats and sunscreen at the Pahi Regatta and record boat entries in the launch races, with support coming from boating clubs in Helensville and Dargaville as well as locally. With an entertainment marquee, and plenty of fun activities for the youngsters, it was an Anniversary Weekend that continued the salt river regatta traditional event of more than a century.

The Maungaturoto third annual Teddy Bears Picnic will be held on Saturday, February 14 at 9.30am–12.30pm at the Maungaturoto Primary School field. “We have a colouring competition which can be picked up from Tony’s Post Shop in Maungaturoto with prizes to be given out on the day,” says organiser Leanne Mooney “There will be a bouncy castle, horse rides, face painting, scavenger hunt, a bubble machine and we will also have an adopt a teddy station. The focus is mainly for under five-year-olds, however it is a great event for the whole family to enjoy with activities for all ages.”

Ruawai Lions Club recently hosted four students from Methven. They enjoyed fishing on the harbour, a sightseeing flight, visits to Kai Iwi Lakes and the Kauri Museum, a BBQ at Pahi and four wheel driving at Mahuta Gap. The latter was a highlight for the group, thanks to the Kauri Coast Four Wheel Drive Club. The exchange programme has been going for over 30 years. Four Ruawai students are hosted by Methven Lions Club at the end of term 3.

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Looking for a lifesaverAn alert has gone out on the huge expanse of the Kaipara Harbour for a lifesaving rescue ring, missing from its station on the Tinopai wharf.

“It is extremely disappointing that anyone could be irresponsible enough to interfere with a life-saving device,” said North Kaipara Volunteer Coastguard member, Allan Crabb, who helped install the ring only a few weeks ago.

The device was donated by Matakohe resident Jim Duffy, after attempts to have rescue rings stationed at Kaipara wharves failed to get district council support.

“There have been so many incidents on the water that I just couldn’t just sit back and do nothing,” he said at the time.

Mr Crabb said that he suspected ‘the foolish people responsible’ were

probably children who tossed it from the wharf. “I can only hope an older person would not be stupid enough to deliberately endanger someone else’s life by removing a rescue ring.

“As it is however, we want people on beaches and out fishing on the water to look out for the ring. It could have drifted anywhere on the harbour, even through the heads to west coast beaches. It is clearly marked ‘Tinopai’, and it also has my name and telephone number on it, so anyone finding it can easily get in touch.”

Alternatively, the ring can be handed in at the Kaipara Lifestyler offices in River Road, Dargaville ‘no questions asked’.

Hon Louise Upston, Associate Minister of Local Government visiting Dargaville this week

Coastguard volunteers Allan Crabb (left) and Bobby Smith at the rescue ring installation

Parliamentary visitor by Paul Campbell

The Associate Minister for Local Government, Louise Upston, will visit Kaipara this week as part of a fact-finding mission on political transition in Northland.

She has arranged several meetings with business and farming leaders in Dargaville and in Whangarei.

“In her new role as Associate Minister of Local Government, Ms Upston will be visiting Kaipara to meet with people on the ground and to get a feeling for the community,” said media spokesperson, Libby O’Brien. “Discussions will be around Kaipara governance and the minister is interested in hearing people’s views.”

Her office said earlier that the minister has delegated responsibility for issues relating to Kaipara governance and is currently considering options for

the transition to full local democracy. She has received a large number of submissions from affected parties but wishes to obtain the views of a wider cross section of Kaipara individuals who have not had the opportunity to comment so far.

Her meetings will feature keeping the ‘local’ in local government, ensuring that Kaipara District is successful in the long term and to be assured that the same issues do not arise again and that the future for Kaipara is strong and stable, as ratepayers would expect.

Ms Upston will be in town on Wednesday February 4.


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Creative river race by Joanne Speechly

The time is nigh to get creative and get crafting for the 2015 Northern Wairoa Boating Club annual Raft Race.

Participant will battle for the Edgar Bradley Memorial Trophy on Saturday, February 21, and it’s all in the name of fun.

The recently revived raft race has a long history in Dargaville and has attracted an average of six entrants over the last three years but boating club treasurer Roxanne Kelly says it would be great to see more.

There are a few rules and regulations but in terms of construction, there is only one stipulation — the raft must float.

Recent innovative designs have included an upturned barbecue and floating picnic table. The race starts at 1pm at Hansen’s Ramp, Notorious East

Road and finishes at the boating club. Pre-registrations can be received at the boating club or people can register from 12pm on the day of the race at Hansen’s Ramp. An event briefing will take place at 12.45pm.

Club commodore Kelly Hansen says he expects the 6km race to take between 1½ to 2 hours to complete. It will be followed by prizegiving at the clubrooms.

There will be prizes for first, second and most creative raft and also spot prizes.

Event enquiries to NW Boating Club: 09 439 8098, [email protected] or Kelly: 021 122 8136.

Jubilation at the finish line for these 2013 raft race competitors

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Wishes to invite parents/caregivers/whanau of new students to:Meet the Teachers and an Introduction to Dargaville High School on

Wednesday 11th February 2015 (5.00pm until 7.00pm) in the School Hall

You will have the opportunity to:• Meet your child’s teachers/Year Level Dean • Have a tour around the school • Meet our 2015 Head Boy and Girl • Understand your child’s timetable• Discuss Camp information and equipment needed (Years 9 and 13)• Find out your child’s programme of study in 2015 • Have the opportunity to ask how your child is settling in• Find out the direction of the school and our 2015 annual goals• Discuss homework requirements and find out about additional help with your child’s study.

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Local polocrosse players in Northland teamLocal players from Pouto and Aranga in the Under 21 Colts Polocrosse team represented Northland at the Putaruru-Tirau Club Carnival held at the Tokoroa Memorial Grounds over Auckland anniversary weekend.

The Northland Kauri’s came away from the carnival with second place for both their B and C grade teams.

The Pouto, Kaikohe, Whangarei and Aranga clubs join up for tournaments and carnivals.

Aranga player, Rachel Pittam says she enjoyed the event. “I got into polocrosse

because my Dad played when he was younger. I was brought up with horses and going to pony club.”

Pouto players, Melissa Oliver, Brodie Ruatara, and Sam Marlow made up the B grade team over the long weekend and played alongside three other team members from Whangarei.

Northland Kauri’s under 21 colts polocrosse team made up of several local players from Pouto and Aranga

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Redhill cemetery restoration update by Ann Morgan by Ayla Miller

Dargaville resident, Des Subritzky realised the old Redhill cemetery was in much need of repair and he thought the community would like to be involved.

He was not wrong in his thinking.

“The work done so far on restoring and cleaning the cemetery has been tremendous. The locals have helped so much without hesitation,” says Des.

“People have been coming together and volunteering hours of labour and many have donated resources and money towards costs. It has been wonderful to see what we can accomplish when we all pull together.

“The project is ongoing and we have poured more than 170 metres of concrete making new berms. Three truck loads of topsoil will be delivered soon. Once this arrives we can put the new soil down which will make a big difference to the appearance of the grounds.”

Because of concerns about damage to the graves from machinery Des and his team have designed and

Des Subritzky with the completed soil box invention

built a unique box which protects the grave area.

“Douglas Logging are coming in to remove the old pine trees which are in danger of falling into the cemetery and damaging graves. We are very grateful for this help as the trees are in a difficult place to get to and it is a very big job. This will make a vast difference to the cemetery. We could not have accomplished what we have so far without the community being so pro-active,” says Des.

Guns go on show The Dargaville Firearms and Militaria Collectors Club is holding its sixth gun show on Saturday, February 7.

The show will be held at Kaipara Community Centre and will offer a wide range of stalls selling products such as firearms, ammunition, accessories, reloading supplies, books and knives. Local shooting clubs including the Dargaville Pistol

Club, the Dargaville Rifle Club and the New Zealand Historic and Antique Arms Association will be involved.

Doors open at 9.30am and the show goes until 3pm. Entry is $2.00 and accompanied children under 12 will be free.

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A major electricity upgrade project is underway in Dargaville which will improve the reliability of electricity supply to the town.

Preparation work began in November with the major part of the upgrade to start on February 15.

Work, including maintenance on Northpower’s 11,000 volt and 400 volt powerlines, will be completed in late March and while there will be interruptions to power supply from time to time in the CBD and surrounding townships, we plan to keep inconvenience to a minimum.

The physical work begins at the intersection of Jervois St and Grey St and continues along Jervois and into Normanby St, across Beach Road and into Logan St before finishing at the intersection of Logan St and Colville Road.

The work will involve pole changing, cross arm changes the removal an 11kV circuit. A number of streetlamps are also being upgraded. As a result there may be some traffic disruptions.

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Gate entry fee -$7.50/adult, $2.00 for 5-15 years, under 5’s free, free parking

Thursday 12th February – Indoor entries phoned to Lin McDermott 439 7464 by 4:00pm.

Friday 13th February – Indoor entries to Arapohue Hall by 11:30am for judging at 12 noon. Our Indoor Section has lots of sponsors with great prizes this year.

Saturday 14th February – SHOW DAY: Highland Dancing is back after 35 years!!! Equestrian, Dairy Cattle, Beef Cattle, Indoor Section, Trade Sites, Entertainment, Side Shows, Gum boot throwing, Tossing the Sheaf, Sheep Racing, Farmyard Animals, Segway, Rides for children from Big Fun Events in Warkworth and lots more. Refreshments and food will be provided by the St John’s Ambulance from the Arapohue Hall. Please Support them.

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Family fun at the show by Ayla Miller

Bring the family to the Arapohue showgrounds on Saturday, February 14, and experience everything that Arapohue show has to offer.

There will be a range of activities to suit all tastes including sheep racing, farm animals, sideshows, trade sites, indoor exhibits, horses, cattle and shearing.

Show manager Nicky Poyner says she enjoys organising the show.

“It’s nice to walk around on the day and see all the happy faces.”

Highland dancing is back on the programme after an absence of 35 years and will be run by the deBruin family.

The Trade Site Centre is also back up and running again after being damaged by a storm in July last year.

Food will be available from the Arapohue hall and profits will go to support St John.

Entry fee is $7.50 per adult and $2.00 per child 5–15 years, under five-year-olds are free and free parking will be available. Gates open at 9am.

On Sunday, February 15 there will be an in-hand horse section held at the grounds. There will be a variety of talent, ranging from preschoolers to adults.

Entry fees for this section are 20 cents for children and 50 cents for adults unless otherwise specified.

Supreme Champion In-hand Exhibit — Roanoak Snowbird with handler Nicolette Butcher and judge Sara Ball

Music in the Gardens fundraiser by Joanne Speechly

Ruawai Lions Club is gearing up for Music in the Gardens on Sunday, February 8.

The Northland Electricity Rescue Helicopter Service will benefit from this year’s fundraiser, with proceeds going towards an automated lighting system for the new helicopter pad at Ruawai College.

Featuring the R&B Connection and Friends, the afternoon concert is a worthy excuse to lounge in the sun and enjoy some fine tunes.

Food and refreshments will be available, BYO is welcome and for extra comfort, bring a chair or rug. The fun begins at 4pm at Evan and Brenda Robinson’s place, 143 Dunn Road, Ruawai.

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

The Commercial B&B, River Road, DargavilleStarts 7.30 – 9.30pm • $2 entry • $2 raffle • Tea and coffee provided

Come along and perform or just listen and enjoy. We have a pianist who will accompany you if necessary.

Phone Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933 for more info.

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A rural learning curveA select group of Northland secondary school students will be able to get a hands on experience of the infrastructure, quarrying, forestry and agriculture industries at the Northland Field Days this year, according to Youth Into Industry representatives.

Student from 32 high schools from Kaipara, Whangarei, Lower Far North and Rodney Districts will learn the ins and outs of operating diggers, trucks and construction equipment as part of a drive to increase the awareness of the professional career paths offered within these industries.

Alistair McIntyre, author of the famous children’s book Doug the Digger and founder of the Youth into

Industry initiative, says he wanted to give Northland school leavers a look into potential career options.

“Students are given an opportunity to work alongside industry representatives in a safe, supportive worksite environment to gain knowledge that helps them make informed decisions on their future careers and what they need to do to achieve their personal goals,” he said.

The event will be held on the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club site at the Northland Field Days on Thursday February 26, with Alistair calling it a truly collaborative experience for everyone involved. He floated the idea with the Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club at the

end of the 2014 Field Days at a wrap-up barbecue, where it was strongly welcomed by all members.

Alistair and the club patron, Bruce Galloway, then approached the Northland Field Days committee about the potential of hosting a careers open

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C – CablePrice (NZ) Ltd 263Carters 135, 137Carter’s Tyre Service 117C-Dax Ltd 221Celestial Wines 894Certifi ed Builders Association Whangarei 139Cervus Equipment 037, 039, 092, 094Chapel Olive Oil Ltd 868CLAAS Harvest Centre 027, 029, 082, 084Classic Escapes NZ Limited 922,924Combi Clamp Ltd 260Compass Trailers 003,005Corkill Systems Ltd 247bCorrosionX - SealX 205aCountry Dawn Quilting & Patchwork 925Cover Solutions Ltd 060Craigs Investment Partners 194Croplands Equipment Ltd 088Cross Country Recruitment 650CRV Ambreed 250aD – D & A Wordsworth Contracting 116DAE Group Ltd - Impulso NZ 138bDairy Wall Coatings 160aDairyFlo 246Dargaville Ford 196, 198, 200Dargaville Sewing & Curtain Centre 927DCT 651DeLaval 141bDENZ 190bDevan Plastics 209Diesel Performance Solutions Ltd 152Digga New Zealand 123Dinerite Ltd 891Duzz-All Beeswax 638E – Earthworm Attachments 015aECU Chips Ltd 268Effl uent Treatment Systems Ltd 613Emuology 862ENJO 864Environmental Fertilisers BB 145Environmental Fertilisers Ltd 294F – Fairbrother Industries ltd 072Farm Insure / Essential Insurances 602Farmers of New Zealand 175,177,220Farmgard Ltd 101, 103Farmgate Direct 141aFarmlands Co-operative 148, 150Farmquip Limited 204Farmsafe 625

Fiber Fresh Feeds Ltd 273First National Roper & Jones 151Firth Industries 262aFMG 192Focus Genetics 249aFonterra 276, 278Forsyth Barr Investment Advice 607Forward Farming Consultancy Ltd 250bFour Seasons Gutter Protection 914, 916Freemasons of New Zealand 899Fribesco Ltd 701FW1 Waterless Cleaner 296aG – Gallagher 202Garhauer Marine N Z 269bGas & Tyre 125,127Gasworks and Plumbing Ltd 303GEA Farm Technologies NZ 241Genie in a Jar 703Gilmore Brown Ltd 608, 609Giltrap Engineering Ltd 142Glenbrook Machinery Ltd 068Go Karts Direct 311bGodfrey’s Chainsaws & Mowers 231Good Life Soap 893goodGround Real Estate Ltd 134bGreen Party of Aotearoa 313bGreen Trading 882GreenWood 279Gudgeon Pro 620Gunson McLean Ltd 190aH – Hansen Products 224Healthy Homes Tai Tokerau 917,919Heavenly Fudge and Sweet & Sour Liquorice 892Herd Homes Ltd 655Hi IQ Liquor Merchants 907Holman Enterprises Limited 13aHomekill Services Ltd 617Homeopathic Farm Support Ltd 624Hopkins Farming Group Ltd T/A Strautmann Hopkins 070HorseTackNZ & TuffRock NZ 348aHPL Distribution Ltd 017aHRV Northland 885, 887Hubands Heat Pumps and Solar 075aHunting & Fishing Dargaville 244Husqvarna New Zealand Ltd 078HW Industries 007Hynds Pipe Systems 162I – IC Motor Group 183,185,226,228Ideal Buildings 909Inghams Feed & Nutrition 270Installer Services - NetSpeed 364aIplex Pipelines 149Irri-Max Ltd 306Irripod Flexible Irrigation 181ISL Animal Health 158bIsuzu Utes New Zealand 352, 354J – JB Attachments Ltd 017bJehovah Witness Display Stand 719Just Horse N Around 307K – K.D. Spreaders 351Kadu Designs 708Kamo Mowers & Chainsaws 155aKawasaki Motorcycle Distributors 271Keenan New Zealand 063Kidztime 740King’s College 311aKiwiland New Zealand Ltd 299aKleantech Imports NZ Ltd 304aKSN Products 299bKymco Northland 356L – L J Hooker Whangarei 073Land Equipment Ltd 126Landmark Homes Northland 304bLawrence Agriculture Ltd 021LeafScreen 883Let’s Hear! 344ALiberty Genetics 640

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Ph: 09 439 3266

See Us At

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A rural learning curve… continued from page 7

day at their 2015 event, quoting a similar careers day held at Auckland’s Museum Of Transport and Technology last year, which Alistair says was extremely successful.

“Thirty one eager students turned up who were so keen they ignored several rain showers to carry on with activities.”

Northland Field Days’ president, Lew Duggan, says the committee jumped in almost immediately, as it felt the day would be an excellent way to get Northland’s youth involved in some of the region’s fastest growing industries.

“We offer Northland’s youth scholarships to study agriculture, therefore the ‘Youth Into Industry’ initiative was a perfect fit for us,” he said.

“We are really looking forward to seeing some of the area’s brightest students at the Northland Field Days

learning about New Zealand’s most exciting and essential industries.”

The Kaipara Vintage Machinery Club won’t only offer space but club members will assist as tutors as well as being involved in various other supportive roles.

Students will learn lessons in eight categories including Health and Safety compliance, workplace safety

awareness, weights and measures, vehicle safety compliances as well as operating mini excavators, and small plant and equipment.

Alistair says each category consists of two activities with industry representatives sharing their knowledge about their specific areas of expertise and helping students complete associated paperwork.

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Paparoa A&P Show Saturday 7th February Paparoa Showground

ADMISSION $10.00 per adult, $5.00 per child

(first 2 children only – children under 5 are free) Gate Prizes

for 1 in 3 of the first 600 paying adult visitors. The most valuable prize is worth $975.00.

WHAT’S ON

Equestrian, Cattle, Dairy Goat, Woodchopping and Shearing events, Team roping and bull riding, Market Stalls & Trade Sites, Indoor

Section with food exhibits, produce, arts & crafts Plenty of food & drinks plus Great Coffee.

EFTPOS available, Red Arrows Jazz Band plus Talent Quest with great prizes @ 1.00 pm,

Lots of children & teenager attractions.

For more information go to the Show website: www.paparoashow.org.nz Or telephone Show Secretary

Elaine Christie 09 431 6011

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Sheep, Segways and shearing by Ayla Miller

A show with a difference is the promise from the organisers of the 139th Paparoa A and P show to be held at the Paparoa showgrounds next Saturday, February 7.

The emphasis will be on family entertainment, with a number of first-time events providing entertainment for everyone.

These will include a 28-metre obstacle course, two bouncy castles, a mechanical bull, jeep rides and for the first time, Segway rides.

The popular Mystical Haven Mobile Farm Park will provide children and adults with the opportunity to interact with a variety of farm animals.

In keeping with the show’s agricultural traditions, there will be equestrian events, cattle, dairy goat, woodchopping and shearing events,

team roping and bull riding as well as dog agility competitions.

Food, produce, arts and crafts will be available in the indoor section.

“We are looking forward to seeing lots of people coming through the gates this year and are offering the first 600 paying visitors the chance to win a gate prize,” says show spokesman, Gareth Christie.

“We believe it is very important to keep this tradition an active, successful community event. Historically it has been very well supported by both businesses and the community, and this year we have record numbers of trade sites and stalls.”

The Paparoa show proves to be a hit amongst the locals

Collections Technician: AdvertThe 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 12 months Fixed Term Part-time Collections Technician who will undertake accessioning and cataloguing, physical collection care and the preparation and monitoring of collection objects for display.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Ideally have experience handling and caring for collection objects in a museum or gallery context

• Demonstrate computer literacy including familiarity with MS Office applications and the use of digital imaging software

• 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 13th February 2015 at 5pm.

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

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The history surrounding Valentine’s day is somewhat of a mystery. The day is a combination of many different cultures and celebrations.

A popular explanation is that Valentine’s day originated as a Christian celebration of Saint Valentine of Rome, who was believed to have performed weddings for soldiers who were not allowed to marry, as single men were said to be better fighters. He was imprisoned as a result of his defiance.

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The safest way to drive by Andy Bryenton

Motoring safety has come a long way since the days when seat belts were an optional extra.

Even a few short years ago most people would not have known what an ANCAP rating was — while now the number of stars awarded by the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme form a big part of many new car buyers’ decision making process.

That little infographic taped to the window of your next vehicle means that it has undergone a series of punishing tests, designed to probe the limits of its durability, and the protection it affords occupants in the event of a crash.

This year, the car which has emerged from the gruelling trials of ANCAP’s safety test programme is the 2014 Honda Jazz — a small car with big safety capabilities.

All variants of the Honda Jazz from July 2014 include a full suite of airbags as standard, anti lock brakes (ABS), electronic brake distribution (EBD) and electronic stability control (ESC). Advance seat belt reminders are fitted to all seats.

And though it seems counter-intuitive that a small, compact machine like the Jazz could be a safer drive than a big sports utility, the figures don’t lie. All that technology adds up to a secure ‘insurance policy’ for your precious cargo.

NZ Transport Agency Group Manager Celia Patrick says it is pleasing to see

vehicle manufacturers continuing to raise the bar for safety, as the advanced safety features like those offered by the Honda Jazz are potential lifesavers.

“We’re aiming for a truly safe transport system that is more forgiving of human error, so no-one pays with their life when a driver makes a mistake, and safer vehicles are a key part of a safe system.

“Multiple airbag packages can prevent serious injuries in a crash, and active safety features like ABS, EBD and ESC can prevent many crashes from happening in the first place.”

The Honda Jazz performed well in the frontal offset crash test with acceptable occupant protection all found. Driver head protection in the side impact test and side pole test was good.

These punishing tests involve big hits and smashing impacts, and are enough to flatten the less secure cars of yesteryear. But what is learned from the ruin of a handful of test vehicles is directly used to save lives out on the real roads of New Zealand.

The 2014 Honda Jazz impressed ANCAP judges with an impressive suite of safety technology innovations


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December 27, on our way to the Lakes. All was good until we came over the last judder bar before the Countdown supermarket and our car went over the bump but our caravan did not.

We were so fortunate when ‘Wog’ (not sure of his real name — we believe its Robert Worthington) pulled up and offered assistance.

The solution was he went and picked up Fred from Northern Wairoa Hire and after a lot of mobile welding we were

on the road again. Gail Hall and her husband also stopped and offered us some hospitality while we waited for the repairs to be completed.

We just wanted to acknowledge the wonderful kindness and selflessness these people showed. In this day and

age it is very rare to come across people so willing to help others.

We feel very humbled by their help because we really would have been stuck without them.

Rick, Michelle, Briea, Kaleb, Aston and Casia Bentham — Auckland

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Closing date for classified advertising for the 10 February 2015 edition is 10am, Monday 9 February 2015. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

WantedWANTED ANIMALS to graze Tangowahine Valley Road. Phone Joan on 09 439 4012

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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 Margaret 09 439 4403 or Allan 09 439 6933.

AN EVENING of dance and entertainment. The Senior Kolo Group from the Dalmatian Cultural Society Auckland showcasing dances from Dalmatia and other regions. At the Dargaville Dalmatian Club 20 Normanby St, 7.30 Friday 13 February. Admission adults $10, children free. All Welcome.

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

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

Nurseries & PlantsNATIVE PLANTS Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd has a wide range of native and coastal tolerant plants at wholesale prices. The nursery is open to the public on Saturdays 10am to 4pm or at other times by prior arrangement. The nursery is situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. Delivery service available. Enquires welcome phone 09 439 4223, email [email protected] or go to www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz.

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HEADING DOG Pup 4½ months old from good natural strong eyed parents with good breeding behind them. Very interested in training sheep, semi balancing rides on motorbikes, crosses waterways, very loyal with excellent call off. $450. Phone 09 439 4147.

Septic Tank ServicesCLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service. Priced from $330. Wellsford to Ruawai. Phone 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.

KAIPARA LIFESTYLE Block owners, need your septic tank cleaned? Ph Magic Property Services 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.

SEPTIC TANK cleaning. For all your tank cleaning requirements phone Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

Sheep ShearingANY SIZE flock. Top quality job, good rates. Phone Rob 027 209 0942.

GUIDEView on Demand at:

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Screening Now

Check out our video library at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nzDo you want to be on on KLTV? Contact us at [email protected]

Council Corner ep.3KLTV asks John Robertson questions from the community.

Be my Guest ep.3Rural opinions with Farmers of New Zealand Operations Director Bill Guest.

KLTV Weekly NewsComing Soon

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

Pursuant to Section 46 (3) of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987, an Extraordinary Meeting of Council has been set down for 10am, Monday 09 February 2015 and is open to the public. The meeting has been scheduled to consider the Long Term Plan 2015/2025 Consultation Document.

Council and Committee meetings are subject to change. For further information contact 0800 72 7059.

Venue:

Mangawhai ClubMolesworth DriveMangawhai

EXTRAORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING10AM, MONDAY 09 FEBRUARY 2015

GasfittersCraftsman gas fitters available.

For all your gas installations & maintenance

requirements. Service agents for Rinnai & Bosch.

0800 326 123Plumbing and Heating Centre102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

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

RBT ENTERPRISES LTD. of Kaiwaka, has made application to the District Licensing Committee at Dargaville for the renewal of an on & off-licence in respect of premises situated at 1942 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka also known as Three Furlongs Hotel.

The days on which and the hours during which alcohol is to be sold under the licence are:

On-Licence; Monday to Saturday 7am-1am the following day, Sunday 7am-12 midnight.

Off-Licence; Bottle Store – Monday-Sunday 7am-11pm;Across the Bar – Monday-Sunday 7am-1am the following day.

The application may be inspected during the ordinary office hours at the office of the Kaipara District Licensing Committee at Kaipara District Council, Hokianga Road, Dargaville, or unit 13, The Hub, 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai.

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.

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 published on 27th January 2015

Work WantedBUILDER — FENCES, decks, alterations & additions, retaining walls, maintenance etc. Jobs big and small. Phone 09 431 3101 or 021 0257 6521.

CANVAS & UPHOLSTERY , 77 Gordon St, Dargaville. Phone 09 439 4670 or 021 246 6436. Trailer & ute covers, bike seats, boat covers & upholstery, horse covers, furniture recovers, motor homes and much more.

SEMI RETIRED male requires part time employment in exchange for rural house/cottage. Farm & building experience. Phone or text 027 454 6507.

All Beef aged Salami ~ Bacon ~ Ham ~ Sausages

Hamburger Patties

Traditional Manuka wood smoked Bacon, Ham & Salami

Over 25 years experience

For prompt & professional service contact Wayne or Annette

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

Covering the Kaipara and Whangarei Regions

Homekills

NEED A PLUMBER? THEN CALL THE BEST!

Supplies - Repairs - Maintenance.New installations, upgrades &

renovations, burst pipes, hot water cylinders, kitchens & bathrooms.

www.plumbingandheat.co.nz

0800 326 123 • 09 439 6123102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

Situations Vacant

ALUMINIUM JOINERWe require an aluminium joiner wanting long term employment. Prefer experienced, but training will be given to right applicant.

Responsibilities include assembly of aluminium joinery and handling of glass. You must be reliable, fast learner, good with your hands and machinery, and have an eye for detail. High standards of workmanship and productivity will be expected. Heavy lifting is involved.

Send your CV to: Dargaville Aluminium & Glass, 13 Normanby St Dargaville.

Or email to [email protected]

Applications close 11.02.15

Property MaintenanceATS 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.

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

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Te Kopuru 14/16 Walker Terrace $365,000Spacious 3 Storey HomeElevated to enjoy the views of the mighty Northern Wairoa River. Down a sweeping drive to a double garage & workshop. A few steps to the front door, to the left you enter the spacious lounge with wooden ceilings & ranch slider onto the wrap around deck.Open Home Sunday 8th February 2015–1 pm - 1:30 pm

Dargaville 7 Campbell Terrace $210,000Quality Bungalow3 Double Bedrooms, large extra family room, character style throughout. Open plan kitchen/ dining, separate lounge, fireplace and pot belly. Double garage and 2 smaller sheds.

Arapohue 2914 Mititai Road $50,000Build your Home in the CountryA good chunk of land to do what you require 3909 m2. 15 min to Dargaville 15 to Ruawai. Contact me for more information or to view.

Dargaville 21 Portland Terrace $185,000Pretty as a PictureThis delightful home on fully fenced, immaculate grounds is only minutes, walk to shopping centre. Two double bedrooms, bathroom with bath, separate shower, separate toilet with dual access from the bathroom and hall, beautiful lounge/dining with a lovely bay window and double French doors opening on private courtyard.

Te Kopuru 45 Norton Street $310,000Looking for something unique - Price ReducedLooking no further, more Aucklanders realizing value for money at T.K only 2 1/2 hours to Auckland. This 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 work shop.

Te Kopuru 102 West Coast Road $170,000Close to the West CoastSmall farmlet almost 3 acres 1.21Ha with 3 Bedrooms cosy Home, Large dining kitchen area and good size lounge, tank and plus garage. Not far from popular. West Coast beach Glinks Gully. Plenty of room for the chooks and horse’s. Well worth considering.

Kelvin Windsor 027 570 4600 | [email protected]/ DAR20485 | 09 439 7575

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected]/DAR20471 | 09 439 7575

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected] | 09 439 7575

Jean Johnson 027 499 6493 | [email protected]/DAR20438 | 09 439 7575



POWERFARMINGone name covers it all

Northland 104 Jervois Street - DARGAVILLE 0800 699 688

ARNE STEWART P. 09 439 3333 M. 021 220 2501 E. [email protected]

Hustler Bale Feeders

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New (Shop Soiled)Duncan Eco SeederNormally $32,900Special Price $28,900 +GST

Used DuncanMk3 Renovatorwas $29,000Now $26,000

New Rata Silage Grab1.5mNormally $5,015Now $4,400 +GST

Duncan Mk4Renovator was $38,000Now $34,000

*CASH NO TRADE

SL450

Chainless 2000

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SL350

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*All finance deals subject to Normal Lending Criteria

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