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Lower beach speed limits on the cardsVehicles heading out onto Ripiro Beach next summer are likely to have to go slower …

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Children at Maungaturoto School have celebrated the second anniversary of Fonterra’s Milk in Schools programme that provides free milk for schoolchildren. Among the thousands of youngsters who benefit each day are Shontelle Phillips (foreground) and Zeyon Smith from Maungaturoto School. See story on page 5 …

Milk is king

Museum farewells Bet Nelley by Paul Campbell

More than 200 Kaipara locals and out-of-town visitors gathered to farewell Bet Nelley, the retiring CEO of the Kauri Museum, at a function in the museum’s Volunteer Hall.

“There were lots of tourism people, and supporters of museum events, like the Kaipara Arts Award, as well as community leaders,” said Matakohe local and museum supporter, Belinda Weber.

“There were notable speeches by Kaipara commission chair, John

Robertson as well museum board chair, Peter King, Shane Lloyd from Footprints Waipoua and also museum administration and finance manager, Colleen Glass, who made the observation that Ms Nelley was ‘all about people’.

“If you want to find Bet she can always be found in the museum talking to visitors, sharing her knowledge and passion for the place she loves,” said Ms Glass.

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Ruawai Kindergarten children join with new teacher Lisa Matthews (left) and head teacher Teresa Robertson to celebrate their new entrance way. It is called Whaia Te Maramatanga — which means ‘seek enlightenment’ and symbolises new beginnings for tamariki and their families. A blessing and celebration of the kindergarten’s second year of being in its new building will be held on May 28. Families in the community are welcome to join the fun.

Due to public demand, the closing date for entries in this year’s ‘Art N Tartan’ Wearable Art Awards at Waipu Museum has been extended until Friday, May 16, and artwork description should be in by May 23. The extension gives contestants more time to finalise their details and put in a few hours of extra work on their art piece. Demand and increased sponsorship means this highly successful show should be the best one yet.

Kenn Peralta from the winning Pentastic team makes a point during the BP Challenge at Dargaville High School. The winning team came up with the Pentastic, a pen with a microchip in it that keeps a permanent record of what it has written. Eight teams had their products and presentations assessed by a panel that included Kaipara District Council chief commissioner John Robertson and Dargaville High principal David Bargh.

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Lower beach speed limits on the cards by Colin Patterson

Vehicles heading out onto Ripiro Beach next summer are likely to have to go slower with the likely implementation of a 30km an hour speed limit on sections of the beach adjacent to access ways.

Ripiro Beach is situated on the west coast between Aranga and Pouto. At 100km long it is New Zealand’s longest beach. Because it is a legal road, a 100km an hour speed limit applies on the entire length of the beach.

Following numerous reports of beach goers being endangered by vehicles being driven at speed, late last year the Kaipara District Council established a working party to look at setting new speed limits on the beach. The working party has representatives from the council, police, Northland Regional Council, Department of Conservation, local communities and iwi.

Council spokeswoman Barbara Ware says that following meetings with local residents, the working party has recommended that a 30km an hour limit be imposed within 1km of each of

six entrances to the beach at Aranga, Omamari, Baylys Beach, Mahuta, Glinks Gully and Pouto.

She says the recommendation that a lower limit only apply within 1km of the beach entrances was a result of police advice that applying a lower limit on the full extent of the beach would be difficult to enforce.

She says council officers are now drafting a bylaw which will then go out for public consultation. Public hearings are then likely to be held.

If the proposal goes through the full process, approval from both Police and the New Zealand Transport Agency will also be required before the limits can be changed.

Ms Ware says it is hoped that, if approved, the new limits will be in place from the start of the 2014/15 summer.

Museum farewells Bet Nelley“Marketing is something

that comes easy to Bet because of her love of the stories and people. Always willing to give her time freely to everyone. When you love something as much as Bet it is easy to promote it.

One of Bet’s favourite sayings is: “It is all about people.”

In her tenure, Ms Nelley oversaw the installation of the museum’s fire sprinkler system, the production of a DVD on the history of the kauri, and three books: Child of the Kauri, The Kauri Cameraman, and The Pioneering Life and the Kauri Tree. She also worked alongside scientist Jonathan Palmer with the Kauri Museum becoming the first museum in the world to be Carbonzero certified, and attaining Qualmark Enviro Gold.

Ms Nelley joined the museum as collections registrar in 1995 and three years later became collections manager.

In 2008 she was appointed to the position of chief executive officer, and in the same year was awarded a Museums Aotearoa Award for Individual Achievement.

Vehicles travelling on Ripiro Beach could soon be limited to 30km/h within 1km of any beach entrance

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At present the surgery is open on Mondays and normally two other days per month. As demand increases, so the number of days I work in Mangawhai will increase until Mangawhai Dental will be open 5 days a week.

I am very grateful for the support from the local community who have attended for dental treatment since I opened and look forward to continuing and increasing the number of days that I work in Mangawhai.

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“Now it is time for me to relax with a lot less stress and spend more time with my family and grandchildren.” she told the Lifestyler.

CEO of The Kauri Museum, Bet Nelley has been farewelled after a distinguished career

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Custom car owners help Hospice by Colin Patterson

Some will be big and some will be loud but they’re all good looking and all will be raising money for a good cause.

They are the hot rods, vintage cars and other vehicles taking part on Hospice Kaipara’s Poker Car Run on Saturday. Pamela Barton one of the organisers says the event is open to all.

It is a drive from Dargaville to the Paparoa Hotel, with stops at Tokatoka, the Ruawai Rugby Club and at The Kauri Museum.

“It’s just a bit of fun. It’s not a race,” says Ms Barton.

At each of the stops participants pick up a card for a poker hand. “The person with the best hand wins a prize.”

Ms Barton says participants can register on the day, although she says organisers would prefer registrations in advance by calling Hospice Kaipara on 09 439 3330.

The event starts outside the Northern Wairoa Hotel with a safety briefing at 2pm. Vehicles head off at around 3pm and should arrive in Paparoa at about 5pm.

Ms Barton says Hospice Kaipara is grateful for the support of the Dargaville Rod and Custom Car Club, which invited the hospice to join its regular event and use it as a fundraiser.

Dargaville Rod and Custom Car Club president Darlene Lang with her Triumph 2000 that will cruise the highways of Kaipara on Saturday’s Poker Car run

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One act wonders by Joanne Speechly

Otamatea Repertory Theatre will host the local round of TheatreFest this week.

Previously called the One Act Play Festival, Theatre New Zealand has rebranded the event as TheatreFest and it can now include all types of theatre, including one act plays and also excerpts from full-length plays and musical items.

The entries this year, include three original plays by Cal Lovell, Maura Flower and Deborah Steele and Dylan Hansen will make his directing debut with a farcical whodunnit.

The plays will be judged by accredited adjudicator, Lindsay Nash, and the audience can chose their favourite for the people’s choice award. Successful plays will go forward to perform at the regional and possibly national TheatreFest competitions.

Last year, ORT’s Joined at the Hip by British playwright, Joe Graham, was selected to perform at the national event at Toi Whakaari in Wellington and both Cal and Maura have previously won Best Script Awards for their writings.

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Hearty arty initiative by Joanne Speechly

A community initiative in Paparoa is helping to ensure that no child goes hungry.

Community Connexions Arty Farties Incorporated is a charitable trust that not only teaches art and craft, as the name suggests, but also helps to feed 29 families in Paparoa and a great many more in Maungaturoto.

Paparoa’s community garden, which was established with the help of the Corrections Department and the community three years ago, is an integral part of ensuring that the two food banks remain well-stocked. Another food bank garden has recently been established on Hook Road.

“We want to be proactive in the community instead of inactive,” says volunteer Anne Shanks. “The

is about the kids and giving them the best start and it is working very well.

“We raise the money for the seeds but soil and time is donated on a regular basis. Because we bulk plant the gardens, we are able to help the food banks distribute produce to the people who need it.”

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Milk is king at Maungaturoto School by Colin Patterson

Two years after Milk in Schools came to their school as a pilot, children at Maungaturoto School last week celebrated the completion of the programme’s nationwide rollout.

The occasion was highlighted when a Fonterra milk tanker turned up at school. Principal Shane Campbell says local Fonterra staff and farmers also heard from a few of the children who two years ago were part of a DVD that has gone nationwide explaining to children and teachers how the programme works and how milk benefits growing bones.

After a few games — including gumboot throwing — for the kids, lunch was served for the children and invited guests. And of course, it was accompanied by milk.

Fonterra’s programme manager Louise Aitken says the programme has proved a huge success and is now happening at 70% of the country’s primary schools. “This has been a real community effort and we want to thank everyone for their support. All of the Kiwi kids, school monitors, milkmen and staff have made Fonterra Milk for Schools possible. Our farmers, milkmen, and staff are really enjoying being involved in our communities in this special way.”

Photo courtesy of Colleen Tunnicliff

Children from Room 5 at Maungaturoto School climb aboard at Fonterra milk tanker

Milk is delivered in recyclable cartons, while Fisher and Paykel has supplied refrigerators to every school.

Mr Campbell says children at Maungaturoto School look forward to their daily milk. “We are really happy with how the programme is going and so are our children.”


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Vision of the owlKaipara Grey Power will have Ruth Dyson, MP for Port Hills and Labour spokesperson for the elderly at their May meeting.

The public are invited to come along and to hear her address. Winston Peters will be speaking at the June meeting and we are waiting for confirmation of the guest for our July meeting. Grey Power is strictly a non-political society but welcomes all political parties to share their vision and policies at our meetings.

The age limit for Grey Power membership has changed and now mature persons are all welcome. The Grey Power Federation of New Zealand Association advances, supports and protects the welfare and wellbeing of all New Zealanders, though more particularly the 50+. The most recent major achievement is working with Pulse Energy and obtaining discounted electricity tariffs for members.

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Member of Parliament addressing the ongoing problems with telephone faults. Some phones have been out of order for up to 6 days. The Telcos, that we report the faults to are only the messengers, and they request Chorus to remedy the situation. Our MP has been requested to take action to achieve positive results and eliminate these faults.

Elective Surgery. Grey Power has received complaints nationally that persons expecting to receive elective surgery had either been removed from the hospital waiting list or not even put on. Grey Power will advocate on behalf of any person who has issues with elective surgery. If you would like to have some input to assist in solving this

Pink it up by Joanne Speechly

Friday, May 23 is Pink Shirt Day — an annual, international event that encourages people to talk about bullying and ultimately, take action against it.

The concept was born in Nova Scotia, Canada in 2007 when a group of students decided to defend a peer who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt. In a show of solidarity, many children showed up for school the following day wearing pink shirts, thereby declaring that they cared about what was happening and were prepared to identify themselves as allies.

Organisers of PSD say the most important thing is for New Zealanders to work together to celebrate people’s difference and promote positive relationships. Their key messages are speak up, stand up and stop bullying.

Speaking up recognises that giving voice to a problem is the first step towards addressing it, which means having conversations with friends, family, teachers and the wider community to come up with new ideas and strategies to address bullying. It is also about asking for help when needed.

Standing together means creating allies and one way of doing this is for individuals, schools and organisations to show their support for PSD on Friday, May 23 by wearing pink. The Pink Shirt Day website offers some great tips on how to get involved www.pinkshirtday.org.nz/get-involved/.

Finally, the stop bullying message is often the simplest and the hardest. However, although it is not always easy to change behaviour, standing up and speaking up are a great start.

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New members are very welcome and can also benefit from this achievement.

Current Federation policies include;Superannuation, that allows for all retired

persons adequate income so they can participate fully in the Community.

Health, protect and promote health through the public health system. Social Services, all persons in New Zealand to have access to, and be accurately informed of, all entitlements, initiatives or changes that affect them.

Essential Services, strongly supports the development of a sustainable, secure and equitable energy industry. Electricity in particular must be made an essential service. Law and Order, seeks a fairer justice system encompassing all people in New Zealand and to strive to make people safe in their homes and on the streets.

50+ To improve living standards, benefits and equal work opportunities for those aged 50–65. Privatisation, that there is no further privatisation of water and public state assets and to resist any sales of SOEs.

The Kaipara Grey Power May meeting is on 16th May, and as this is our AGM it will start at 12 noon, Ruth Dyson will speak at 1.00pm. Kaipara Grey Power meet every 3rd Friday in the Methodist Church Complex, Awakino Road, Dargaville.

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Matakohe community pushes for defibrillator by Colin Patterson

The community of Matakohe is likely to get a piece of vital lifesaving equipment, thanks in no small part to children at the local school.

The year seven and eight children are fundraising for a defibrillator by making pizzas and pies to order. Matakohe School principal Margie Hutchinson says the school is asking for orders and then the children will make the pies and pizzas under the supervision of parent Nadine Hau.

The push for a defibrillator is an initiative of the Matakohe Community Group. “It’s been discussed for a couple of years,” says group member Karen Weber. “A few of us did a First Aid course at the school where a defibrillator was demonstrated and we saw what it could do.”

A defibrillator is a device that compresses the heart to circulate blood to all vital organs, and also supplies oxygen to people who have stopped breathing. It can be a lifesaver for people who suffer cardiac arrest, especially in the period before emergency services arrive.

Mrs Weber says although training is available, defibrillators are simple to use. “They prompt you and tell you what to do next.”

She says the combined cost of a defibrillator and a secure storage unit is around $3000. The plan is for the defibrillator to be located in the foyer of the Matakohe Community Hall.

Fundraising has started with a potluck dinner for people in the area to be held in the hall on June 14. Mrs Weber says a local band will

Time marches on by Joanne Speechly

Fitness, fun and friendship.

Maungaturoto’s Cornelia Walker has recently started an over-50s marching team and she is keen to hear from people who would like to get involved.

“At the moment, there are seven of us and we are all enjoying taking part in a different kind of exercise however, it would be great if we could attract some more members,” says Cornelia.

“We practise once a week on Tuesday afternoons from 4 to 5pm and we would love to have some more people join us. No experience is necessary, as we are starting right from the beginning, all it takes is some commitment.”

For more information or to join the marching group, phone 09 431 9077.

Marching is a great way to keep fit, meet people and have fun

perform and it is hoped there will be a demonstration of the defibrillator.

Meanwhile, the Matakohe School children will be making their pizzas and pies this week. To order and support a good cause call the school office on 09 431 7139.

Klay Connett, Suzy Hames and Ronan Hopkins-Rae from Matakohe School make pizza to raise money for a defibrillator

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Acrylic Painting with Pauline GoughSaturday May 31 and Sunday June 1, 10:30am to 3:00pmPauline has had a very successful year selling her paintings locally, nationally and internationally and we are thrilled that she has agreed to hold a workshop to share her knowledge. This workshop is aimed for beginners to advanced painters and is not about ‘know how’ but about being inspired and creating.

Wirework Jewellery with Jennifer CrundwellSaturday May 31 and Sunday June 1, 10:30am to 3:00pmAlso a fully qualified tutor in Art Clay Silver, she has also produced fine pieces using beading, and ceramics, enjoying success with a collaborative pendant, taking 3rd place in the prestigious International UK Bead Competition held in London. A regular entrant in the Adornment Section of the Kaipara Art Awards, she took out 1st and 3rd in 2012, and 1st and 2nd in the 2013 event.

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Harmony Singing with Maura & Peter FlowerSaturday May 31 and Sunday June 1, 10:30am to 3:00pmSinging harmony is a true art form. Why does it sound so good, and how does it work? This workshop is an amazing opportunity to learn with two inspirational vocal coaches. Maura and Peter Flower need little introduction to the people of Northland. They are both heavily involved with Kaipara’s own Otamatea Repertory Theatre where they teach aspiring singers and actors of all ages and abilities. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced singer, you will come away from this workshop, sounding better than when you arrived.

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QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY WEEKEND Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1, 2014

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The industry has changed over the last couple of years in some major ways, but the core message from our local qualified tradespeople remains the same. Do your homework — only enlist the best — and make sure you are covered for any eventuality further down the track.

This is all the more pertinent now, with the knock-on implications of hiring unqualified and unlicensed workers being felt across the country. Landmark cases in Christchurch and Auckland have revealed that those who have illegal additions and ‘suspect’ plumbing and wiring may struggle with insurance claims — or even with selling their home. Buyers are becoming more canny, and as councils crack down on non-compliant ‘cowboys’ the onus is definitely on the customer to ensure a job well done.

It all starts with a simple question. Many Kiwis are quite shy about asking to see trades people’s qualifications, or even asking for references before they allow them to take the saw and hammer to their biggest asset.

The escutcheon of a top trade organisation like the Certified Builders, or the endorsement of a trade body such as those which govern glaziers or plumbers, goes a long way to ensuring peace of mind. That’s not to say that those tradies who aren’t part of an over-arching organisation are any less skilled and qualified.

Top tradespeople offer peace of mindBuilding may be booming in the South Island as christchurch rises like the proverbial phoenix. But renovations, upgrades, refurbishments and repairs are all go here in the Kaipara as well, as homeowners rush to beat winter storms and chills.

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In all cases, ask about the qualification, certification and history of the folks you’re dealing with.

Another vital point arises when the job you want to undertake is a big one. Some people are now hiring project managers for residential builds and add-ons. Years ago, a project manager would only have been used on a large construction site — but today a PM’s seal of approval means that they have vetted all subcontractors. Hiring a top builder in the same role offers potentially even greater benefits — if your builder has full faith in the subcontractors he needs to see the job through, you can bet he will have their numbers on call to make redress should anything go wrong later on! As the PM or builder in charge of a project is responsible for any

flaws, a process of natural selection is already starting to take place, with poor quality ‘subbies’ simply not receiving work, should they not be up to the overseeing authority’s standards.

To put it simply — the rules now state that it is illegal to knowingly hire an unqualified tradesperson to work on your home. Paperwork must be kept above board, or problems can arise when trying to value or sell your home. And if work undertaken doesn’t come with the correct certification, insurance companies may be unwilling to cover your home against some kinds of accident and disaster. Better to be safe than sorry, then, and hire the ‘good guys’ first time round!

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Honda to showcase in Dargaville by Andy Bryenton

By now many readers will have seen Honda’s award winning ‘hands’ advertisement on television — the quirky, animated story which literally unfolds the Japanese company’s progress through the years.

The message is simple, even though the animation is beguilingly complex — curiosity and innovation have driven Honda to dream big, and to achieve in equal measure.

Now the chance to sample the wares of the international auto giant is coming to Dargaville residents, with a ‘road trip’ of exclusive test drives scheduled to touch down in the riverside town. It’s an opportunity for Kaipara folk to reconnect with Honda’s product range, sampling the fruits of their research and development labours. And it’s also a chance to see how far automotive technology has come, with Honda quietly confident that they have, at the present moment, a world-beating range of vehicles on offer.

First out of the gates will be Honda’s flagship sports utility, the CR-V. Every

effort has been made with this latest generation of the popular SUV to combine safety with comfort, power with precision, in a recipe which challenges European elite marques like Audi’s Q series and BMW’s X5.

The first impression of the CR-V’s fourth generation sets the tone — because, unlike the fussy over styling of some competitors, this machine appears slick and consummate, with a bold stance and clean lines. High and roomy, the glasshouse tapers back to accentuate the CR-V’s roofline, blending a subtle door crease with a neat cluster of tail lamps. Inside, luxury levels multiply, and the addition of a multimedia touch screen of generous proportions enhances the feeling of command sitting in the drivers seat.

The key to this vehicle is not mud-slinging, hardcore off road power. Like the Accord, Honda’s SUV is subtle and compelling, offering space for the whole family and a five star safety rating for peace of mind.

Honda tout the CR-V as having the ability to transform from a sleek executive sedan to a weekend adventure machine, and this would appear to be no idle boast, with ample power delivered by a 2.4L petrol engine mated to either a modern CVT or manual six-speed box. This is one of the legendary i-Vtec series, successor to the original Vtec engines which powered Honda’s flagship Prelude and Accord ranges in the 1990s. It’s only gotten better with time.

Combine this performance with a smart selection of AWD options, and the new CR-V is well worth a test drive. Honda will be bringing their latest evolution of the SUV to Dargaville this Friday, and in successive weeks, and they invite anyone who wants to experience the CR-V to book an appointment for an obligation-free demonstration.

Curiosity, after all, is the driving force behind Honda’s innovations. So if you’re curious about what Honda have accomplished, make a booking to find out first hand.


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Winter is here, with thick fog, slippery tarmac and driving rain delivering a triple-threat to motorists in the Kaipara.

But there’s an easy way to make sure your journeys are safe as you hit the road over the next few months — a little bit of pre-planning goes a long way towards ensuring you arrive alive when the weather turns foul.

First port of call should be where the rubber meets the road — your tyres are all that stands between you and a nasty accident in slippery, wet conditions. The tread of your tyres is designed to eject water and prevent hydroplaning, so tyres with worn tread are a literal killer. Your local tyres pros can also check wear patterns, tyre pressure and alignment to make sure your car stays on a nimble footing.

The electrical systems of your car take a hammering in the cold, with window demisters, aircon, heaters, and those all-important lights and fog lamps playing a vital role. The health of your alternator and battery are key to this whole system — and remember, modern vehicles need power for their computerised ABS and traction control systems too.

Your battery has to be up to the challenge — with plenty of all important cranking amps to spare. Nothing’s worse than getting ready for work on a cold morning and then finding that the car won’t start!

Brakes and suspension help you to tackle emergency situations such as having to stop suddenly in poor conditions. For these, and for everything under the hood, its a good idea to book a pre winter service, giving your car a clean bill of health and making sure you don’t break down in the pouring rain!

Another thing to consider is security. Winter is the number one time of year for keys to get lost, or electronic alarm fobs and transponders to get wet. If you don’t have a copy of these ‘keyless’ technologies, you could be stranded — with a huge replacement bill. A good auto locksmith can make you a ‘clone’ before it’s too late, saving big hassles in the long run.

Driving in winter conditions can be a little daunting, but it need not be unsafe. With a vehicle that’s been serviced and

DRIVE TO THE CONDITIONS

ROAD SAFETY

upgraded where it’s needed, people happily head off to work in conditions of ice, snow and monsoon rain, all around the world. Here in the Kaipara

our winters are mild by comparison, but a little automotive smart thinking can still mean the difference between calm confidence and dismal disaster.


35 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto • Phone 09 431 8006

Maungaturoto Hotel Est. 1902

HISTORIC

Live Music at Maungaturoto’s home of good times

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKENDDURING MAY Celebrate “GRASS ROOTS” Kiwi Music

NZ MUSIC MONTH

MONTH

HERE!

EST. 1875

LIVE MUSIC AT DARGAVILLE’S HOME OF GOOD TIMES

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKENDDURING MAY

CELEBRATE “GRASS ROOTS” KIWI MUSIC

70 VICTORIA STREET, DARGAVILLE • 09 439 8923

NZ MUSIC MONTH

MONTH

HERE!

Top Of The Dome Café

Ph 09 425 7794 • Email [email protected]

• Sitting high in the native bush alongside the renowned Dome walkway

• Award winning coffee• Large Car park• Seating for 40 people• Fully licensed• Home cooked food• All Day Dome Breakfast

Deliciously different …so go on, Spoil Yourself!Open 7am to 5pm daily EVERY dayOpen 7am to 5pm daily EVERY day

wine, dine & entertainment

Pink Ribbon breakfast time by Joanne Speechly

The Pink Ribbon Breakfast is back with a number of events planned around the Kaipara to support the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation.

Lorraine Downes, NZBCF ambassador and former Miss Universe, is the face of this year’s campaign, after her mother was treated for cancer. “Research is vital for better treatments to improve survival of this very complex cancer, and ultimately for prevention,” says Lorraine.

“The foundation is funding several world-class projects right here in New

The Kaipara Lifestyler team enjoying last year’s Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Zealand and the Pink Ribbon Breakfast is a great way to raise money for the cause. The goal is to give Kiwi women greater access to leading-edge research

and prolong womens’ lives. “With your help, potentially life-saving research could one day help your sister, mother, friend or daughter.” Phone 09 439 5923 • www.aratapu.com • [email protected]

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Month of May 2014PINK RIBBON BREAKFASTPINK RIBBON BREAKFASTPINK RIBBON BREAKFAST

Eat well & help a good cause!Order any dish from our Breakfast Menu & we will make a donation to NZ Breast Cancer Foundation

Open from 9am 7 days a week


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Bring home the authentic taste of THAI!

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Chicken & Cashew Nutswith fluffy Steamed Rice

Phone to order! Pick up in 15 mins

Book Now - 09 439 108157 Victoria Street, Dargaville

Dinner Deals$10 Takeaway

Pad ThaiChicken, Beef or Pork

Hokianga Road Hokianga Road • Ph 09 439 8164

This Week’s EntertainmentThis Week’s Entertainment

Northern Wairoa

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PINK RIBBON BRUNCH

34 Seaview Rd, Baylys Beach Ph 439 8883FUNKY FiSH CAFé

& BAR

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SAT 31st MaySAT 31st May11am – 2pm

Raising money & awareness Raising money & awareness through delicious & healthy through delicious & healthy

Boob food

Planning that Special Day or occasion?

Kim’s Cuisine specialises in all forms of catering - fingerfood, buffet and sitdown.

Kim’s Cuisine, SH14, Dargaville Ph: 09 439 6697 Mob: 021 344 234

[email protected]

Planning that Special Day or

Your local caterer

Arts

Association

5:00pm Pre dinner drinks and view artwork prior to auction

6:00pm Variety Concert (First Half) — 7:00pm Smorgasbord roast dinner and dessert

8:00pm Art Auction — 9:00pm Variety Concert (Second Half)

Tickets $35.00 per person — Early bookings advised

Variety Show-Dinner tickets available at Muddy Waters Gallery, Parenga St, Dargaville and the Kaipara Lifestyler office, River Rd

Dinner – Variety ShowArt Auction

Sunday June 1, at the Northern Wairoa Hotel Dining Room

For further information email [email protected] orphone Allan at 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697

wine, dine & entertainmentKick-starting Kiwi music successMay marks the return of New Zealand Music month, and across the Kaipara there are plenty of opportunities to appreciate the wealth of talent on display.

As winter weather bites, try this spicy, summery dish from winterless Thailand — stir-fry chicken with cashew nuts.

From garage bands getting their first break to artists high in the charts here and overseas, this region has music to cater to every taste.

In just the last year we’ve seen big acts like Soljah, Katchafire and the Black Seeds rock Kaipara venues. Local up and comers 5K have forged a reputation for themselves doing the pub circuit at the Northern Wairoa Hotel and the Maungaturoto Hotel, while local Jazz veterans the Joe Carberry Trio have delighted patrons at the Aratapu Tavern’s New Orleans style mardi gras. The avant-garde acts at the Funky Fish have also proven supremely popular, as was the second annual Tokafest at the Tokatoka Tavern.

But this is just the beginning, and local venue owners are always keen to foster local talent. John Collins of the Northern Wairoa Hotel echoes the sentiments of many entertainment entrepreneurs in the region when he encourages budding bands, djs and

singers to come forward and audition. Huge names from Kiwi music royalty — like Dragon, Split Enz and Hello Sailor — all cut their teeth in local pubs and clubs, and NZ Music Month is the perfect time to step up and play.

All this month venues across the region will be featuring live music from Kiwi bands, so get out and show your support!

Authentic Thai recipe

Cube 500gm boneless chicken breast. Heat one tbsp of oil and add a teaspoon of crushed fresh garlic.

Add the chicken and cook until golden brown (3 mins).

Add a selection of chopped fresh veges (onion, capsicum, broccoli, courgette, carrot etc — anything fresh and healthy for that 5 plus a day!) with 2 tbsp of water.

Add in a teaspoon of sugar, a squirt of tomato sauce (yes — Watties kiwi tomato sauce!) and a little chicken

seasoning powder / chicken stock. Stir in chili paste to taste (some like it hot!), 2 teaspoons of oriental oyster sauce and a dash of soy sauce.

Cook, stirring constantly, on high heat for 7 mins.

Garnish with cashew nuts and freshly chopped spring onions, and serve on a bed of boiled, fluffy jasmine rice.

Recipe brought to you from the ‘secret cookbook’ of Raan A Haan Thai Aroi Dee restaurant.

Lego movie contest winnerThis school holidays the big hit

of the season was the fun-filled Lego Movie — an action-packed adventure featuring everyone’s favourite building blocks in a world of their own.

Thanks to the generous folks at Dargaville’s Anzac Theatre we had a special Lego Movie prize to give away,

and now that all the entries are in we can reveal that the lucky winner is

SETH MARTINSeth will take home a Lego

Movie themed prize along with tickets to catch another blockbuster at Dargaville’s local home of cinema classics.

Congratulations!


LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Kaipara Service DirectoryMasters of workwear,

mats & towels

Apparelmaster Kaipara 09 439 7139 or email [email protected]

When it comes to open and honest service, we are the market leaders. When you turn to Apparelmaster we take the hassle away; renting, picking up and delivering professionally laundered workwear, overalls, towels and mats, supplying and servicing washroom supplies.

NEW ZEALAND, COVERED AT WORK

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

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Specialists inSpecialists inSpecialists in Skin Health Skin Health Skin Health Skin Rejuvenation Skin Rejuvenation Skin Rejuvenation Permanent Hair Reduction Permanent Hair Reduction Anti-aging Treatments Anti-aging Treatments All aspects of beauty therapy All aspects of beauty therapy

www.esthetica.co.nz

09 439 6880

8 Portland StreetDargaville

web:

phone:

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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

grEgBroWniE

09 439 7564027 439 7565

• Floor restoration• New floors sanded and coated• Prepwork

• Polyurethane Finishes• Oil Finishes• Concrete Grinding and Polishing

Les SweeneyBuilders

• New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions

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

Stuart Sterling QFE Adviser

Mobile: 021 985 108Phone: 09 439 8651Fax: 09 439 6500Res: 09 439 7425Email: [email protected]

Representing and other leading companies

CERTUS Financial Group

Poto St PO Box 300

Dargaville New Zealand

TE HANA TRACTORS

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

308 SH1, Te Hana, Wellsford ∙ PH 09 423 8558Kim Windlebourne 021 423 852

Authorised Agents for Landini, McCormick and Kioti tractors

GOOD OLD FASHIONED SERVICE

Tu Christey Massage TherapistTu Christey Massage Therapist

Diploma in Massage, MNZCert. in Fascial Fitness Trainer (FFA)

Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho)

Phone: (09) 439 6518 ~ Mobile: 021 116 9425Email: [email protected]

www.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

I have recently arrived to the area from Switzerland to join my partner. During my life I’ve cycled the world visiting very poor places, large metropolitan cities and even places where crime and poverty prevail. Never once have I been the target of theft.

I have volunteered to coach the Dargaville youth Soccer team, offering my time, soccer knowledge and help. This Saturday was my first away match with the team so I cycled to town and locked my bike to a wooden post. Members of the team then took me to Whangarei and back to Dargaville by early afternoon. This will be the first and, now apparently the last time I will leave my bike unattended in town. While I was away somebody broke the wooden post in order to steal my bike.

I really enjoy contributing and helping the local community and I would do this anywhere in the world. It’s very disappointing and frustrating to me and I guess embarrassing to my friends and the soccer club that this would happen.

My ambition was to organise a cycle group that would meet on a regular basis, to enjoy rides with locals and promote the sport.

My good impression of Dargaville has now been tainted and my motivation to help very much reduced.

Chris.(Name and address supplied)

Local author weaves tale of hope by Andy Bryenton

It’s a hard road from first rough draft to publishing for any novelist. But when the subject of your masterpiece draws on a tumultuous past, the process of editing and recounting events takes on an even more personal aspect.

It has indeed been a long and winding road to publication for Kaipara author Janet Balcombe. Her new book ‘Take a Walk on the Wild Side’ details events from her own past, a self-confessed trip to ‘rock bottom’, and the means by which she found new hope and strength.

Already garnering popular support and great reviews on worldwide bookseller’s site Amazon.com, ‘Take a Walk on the Wild Side’ has found a wide audience and a readership who sympathise with Janet’s tribulations.

Online critics have called it “A very raw and human story of redemption. A must read for anyone caught in addiction and for those already healed.” Now those who eschew the modern Kindle and iPad for traditional paper and bindings can also get their hands on a copy

of Janet’s work, with an official New Zealand launch date set for the 17th of May.

The author herself will be at Ellecee’s Cafe, Ruawai from 11am to 1pm, so it will be possible to grab a copy or even have it signed before enjoying coffee and brunch.

Above and beyond high hopes for the sale of this breakout personal memoir, Janet hopes that others will find guidance as well as a gripping story in ‘Take a Walk on the Wild Side’, which deals frankly and openly with issues such as drug addiction, adultery and grief, tracing a pathway from darkness and into hope.

‘Take a Walk on the Wild Side’ is available via Amazon, or in hard copy via www.wildside.com.mx for $29.95.

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Kaipara Lifestyler ClassifiedsPhone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 20 May 2014 edition is 10am, Monday 19 May 2014. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

Public NoticesACOUSTIC 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.

FREE & 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

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

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.

CHIMNEY CLEANING & Servicing — There is a chill in the air folks. Is your fireplace safe for the winter? Get it serviced & checked, repaired. Crawford Solutions — Phone John 439 5289. A/hrs, mobile 022 642 1376.

PAINTER & DECORATOR — Interior or exterior.44 years experience. Reasonable Rates. Will travel. For free quotes phone: Allen Reeve 027 290 4332.

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

BADMINTONSeniors (14yrs +) Tuesday nights7.30pm $3/night

Juniors Weekly from

Tuesday 6th May6–7.30pm | $2/night

Dargaville Town Hall

Some racquets available

ALL WELCOMEEnquiries

021 439 157

CHIMNEY SWEEPS Make sure your

fireplace is safe this winter. Call Plumbing & Heating Centre to

arrange a chimney clean and a firebox

inspection today! Plumbing and Heating Centre 09 439 6123 • 0800 326 123 102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

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

Covering the Kaipara and Whangarei Regions

Homekills

ALL GRADES OF SCRAP METAL

WANTEDWe buy and remove

Cars complete & incomplete - Tractors

- Trucks - Roofing Iron - Batteries, Copper - Brass

- Aluminium etc.

Little River Transport Ltd Beach Road Dargaville

Monday-Friday 8-5 Sat 8-3

Phone 09 439 4940Work with your local

licensed dealer

ROOFINGFor repairs or

replacements of your roof or spouting,

Call us today for a free onsite consultation

0800 326 123Plumbing and Heating Centre102 Jervois Street, Dargaville

Work WantedCANVAS & 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.

WANTED DEADOR ALIVE

PHONE NOW 0800 442 445

TRUCKS,VANS & UTES

TOP CASH PAID!

FREE REMOVAL

Cars Wanted

Need a cheap new Car?

$0 Deposit$50 a week

All Types.Simple, reliable,

affordable

Got an old car? No Wof,No Rego, No Problems

$3000for your trade in

Txt/ph Ash 021 959757

Cars For Sale

Hay & Silage7000 CONVENTIONAL bales, good quality hay for sale. Phone 09 406 7134.

Tree ServicesTREE REMOVAL, pruning, chipping & stump grinding. Qualified and insured. Phone Scott 0800 468 9663. Arborcare Tree Maintenance.

FirewoodBLUE GUM mix hot burning hardwood, split $80 mtr delivered in Dargaville. Pick up Aranga area $60. Phone 09 439 8616.

For Sale1 LARGE white boar (very big) $100 ono. Phone 0274 719 742 and leave your name and phone number.

BUNDLES OF pine slabs — $30, ex sawmill yard. Phone 09 439 0833.

Furniture RemovalMEDIUM SIZED and 40 cubic truck available – all care taken, experienced men. Free quotes & competitive prices. Ph John on 09 438 6761 or 022 698 1201.

Learning technology together.

Invite members and visitors to hearGrant Sidaway

SeniorNet PatronMonday 19th May

1.00pm – 3.00pmDemonstrating the 3D Printer7 LIVERPOOL STREET, DARGAVILLE

Grant Sidaway is an inspiring Presenter, and has a passion for SeniorNet – seniors teaching seniors.

Come to hear and be inspired with new technology being taught at SeniorNet Dargaville Learning Centre.

BAYLYS BEACH SOCIETY INC

AGMTuesday 27 May 2014Venue: NW Golf Clubhouse

Time: 7.30pmBusiness:

Minutes of previous AGMAnnual ReportFinancial AccountsElection of Officers and CommitteeGeneral Business

All residents and property ownersinvited to attend and support the society in promoting the interests

of the community.

Chris and Sue Silby have sold their business - Western Blast and Paint to Greg Smith of

Greg Smith Engineering 2012 Ltd. We wish to take this opportunity to

thank our loyal customers and assure you will receive the same service.

Thank you

BRICK/BLOCKLAYER

All aspects of masonry:

Fireplaces, Restoration

& Remedial WorkJAMES EAGLETON

Tel (09) 431 2514

Mob 027 4749232

[email protected]

210A Pukenui Road,

RD2 Kaiwaka

Brick/Blocklayer

LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS WANTEDDo you have a full clean drivers licence? Are you able to work away from home for up to two weeks at a time? Do you have an passion to work with our elders? We have positions for live-in care to start immediately throughout Northland.Applicants must have experience working in the aged care sector. Send your CV to [email protected] or call Jonathan on 021 0273 2466.

Tender Loving Care In your own home

Situations VacantVACANCY FOR Waitress/Kitchen hand/Delivery person. Must have car and experience in cash handling and restaurant work. Address: Shiraz Restaurant Dargaville, 17 Hokianga Road, Dargaville. Enquire with Jas Phone 021 438 311.

KAIPARASeptic Tank Cleaning

From $350 per tankPh 027 495 4672

Septic Tank Services

Customer Services Representative

MaungaturotoCarters Maungaturoto has a great opportunity for a customer focused, outgoing, positive person, to join our busy team. We’re looking for someone who shares this passion and has a real knack for building quality relationships.As a Customer Service Representative, you will be on the frontline as a counter salesperson. You’ll have a range of duties including providing service to customers, picking and assembling customer orders, maintaining product displays and stock and processing sales documentation, as well as working out in the yard.You will be part of a great team ensuring we deliver a quality service and product on time, we’re looking for a motivated and conscientious team player, with a positive friendly outlook, who takes pride in exceeding customer expectations. You will ideally have experience in the building products industry with knowledge of timber, hardware and panel supplies – but more essentially you’ll have the right attitude towards learning and providing a service that really sets us apart from the rest.You will have sound good computer skills, be self-motivated and will be able to take initiative. A full licence is a requirement with an F endorsement an advantage.You’ll be rewarded with a competitive base salary plus benefits such as superannuation and health insurance.

Situations Vacant

Nurseries & PlantsPLANTING TIME is here. Babylon Coast Gardens Ltd has a great range of native and coastal tolerant plants at wholesale prices. Further discounts for purchases of 50 or more plants, delivery service available. The nursery is open Friday’s and Saturday’s 10am to 4pm and is situated at 1246 Babylon Coast Road Dargaville. Enquiries welcome phone 09 439 4223, email [email protected] or go to www.babyloncoastgardens.co.nz

SMOKE ALARMS

BE FIRE SAFE THIS WINTER

Save Lives


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*Offers valid until 30th June 2014 at participating Ford NZ dealerships, while stocks last. The special price of $51,990 + on road costs is available on Territory titanium RWD Petrol. Style Pack includes running boards, mud flaps and fitment; and is available on Territory Titanium models only. The special price of $36,990 + GST + on road costs is available on Transit Custom SWB. The special price of $36,495 + on road costs is available on Kuga Ambiente EcoBoost. The special price of $32, 990 + GST + on road costs is available on Ranger 2WD XL DoubleCab Wellside Manual. Dewalt Tool Pack is available on the Ranger XL & XLT, and Transit Custom model range (excluding Ranger Wildtrak and Tourneo Custom), while stocks last. All vehicle prices shown are recommended and exclude on road costs. Ranger and Transit Custom prices exclude GST. These offers are not available in conjunction with any other special offers unless specified otherwise. For full terms and conditions, visit fordhotdeals.co.nz.

Roper & Jones

roperandjones.co.nz 09 439 729509 431 1016

Licensed under REAA 2008

110 Victoria Street, Dargaville143 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto

We put you first

Agents for

love your stuff

RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

RACHAEL DE VRIES 021 943 900

RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912 RHODA MORRISON 0274 800 691 / 09 431 6912

JOHN POWELL 021 439 555

JILL WILSON 021 505 712

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087 JILL WILSON 021 505 712

75 Jellicoe Rd, Ruawai54 Jellicoe St, Ruawai

• Recent renovation• Open plan• New furnishings• 1012m2 section• Insulated$179,000

Two bedroom weatherboard house that is affordable. Original kitchen and bathroom. Level and fenced section, garden shed, carport. $129,000

26 Cobham AvenueSunset West, Baylys

Great elevated family home on quiet steet with great rural/town views. 3 bedrooms plus large 4th or family room. Modern throughout. $295,000

Sections available from $69k. All services to boundary with beach, shop and café within walking distance. Settlement terms available, call for details.

164 Hokianga RoadMarine Drive, Glinks

Large 4 bedroom family home with rumpus plus an office. Spacious modern kitchen and bathroom, sunny decks, new roof plus good location.$380,000

Modern 2/3 bedroom home/bach located at Glinks Gully. 2nd lounge upstairs with balcony. Private back yard plus smokehouse & single garage.$389,000 REF 3154

Hall Road, Matakohe7 Blakey Road

Birds eye view from this 7765m2 block. Power & phone close to formed house site. Caravan available to camp in on this great spot.

2 bedroom cottage with single garage on flat section located at the end of cul-de-sac approx 2km from Maungaturoto. Price to sell.

CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

CRAIG CLEMENT 021 461 668

SHEILA BOON 027 498 5651

41 Norton Street, Te Kopuru

Character cottage 100+ years young. This is bargain buying with the new sale price of $142,000. All the work is done and only needs the new owner to turn the key. Renovated, insulated and polished floors. Macrocarpa panelling and ceilings. Well maintained garden, abundance of fruit trees. Tank and bore water.$142,000

3 1 1

19 Cobham Avenue

3 bedroom. 1 bathroom. Open plan living. Double garage. Private deck & courtyard. This well presented home is located in a well regarded street. North facing conservatory and deck with easy care gardens.Open Home Saturday 17th May 10am$239,000

3 1 2

82 Gordon Street

$350 weekly rental. 2 units with 2 income streams. 1 x 1 bedroom unit (weekly rent $165). 1 x 2 bedroom unit (weekly rent $185). 1366m2 section. Combined bathroom, separate lounges. Polished native timber floors. Original kitchens. Situated in central Dargaville, handy to schools, hospital and CBD.

110 Matakohe Wharf Road

Idyllic waterfront lifestyle on 9,131m2, stunning water views, huge variety of fruit trees, vege gardens. Renovated kitchen & bathroom. French doors to deck. Workshop with winner view. Private and peaceful. Small dam. Paddle off in your kayak from your own back yard. A place to revive the soul!$465,000 REF RJS1562

3 1 4 2714 Paparoa-Oakleigh Road

Large family 190m2 home set on 5½ acres. Polished timber flooring. Enjoy sunny north-facing spot. 144m2 lockable garages and high stud shed. 3 paddocks grazing, small dam. Elevated rural views. 40 mins on tarseal to Whangarei. Separate shed entrance from road. Something for everyone!$339,000 REF RJS1563

5 2 4

232 Marohemo Road

Distressed Sale – Lifestyle. Gorgeous family home. Large deck, 3 bedrooms, ensuite, modern kitchen dining, family lounge, double garage. Workshops, shed, office. Polyhouse 3,600m2 needs some TLC. Massive price reduction to $499,000 makes this property outstanding value for money, be quick, call Jill NOW!

3 2 2

87 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto

Majestic at Maungaturoto. This beautiful 280m2 home is in two titles. Part of one is zoned residential for potential future investment. If you wish to escape the hustle and bustle of city living, this idyllic lifestyle could be for you. Phone Gary or Jill for an appointment to view this stunning property.$995,000

3 1 1

255 Te Kowhai Road, Ruawai

Fully renovated, 3 bedroom, open plan, beautiful kitchen, Italian bathroom, surround sound systems in 2 rooms. SHEDS: New 5 bay plus renovated 5 bay, 3 bay open implement, old cow shed/packhouse and 1 bay tractor shed. 20ha flat land, including horse arena and motocross track.

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MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

MICHELLE TOMLINSON 027 339 5937

BE QUICK NEW LISTING NEW LISTING NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

VALUE FOR MONEY $389,000MOTIVATED VENDOR

$179,000 $115,000

FROM $69,000 REDUCED

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

kaipara lifestyler, may 13 2014

Documents

museum administration

waipu museum

museum supporter

kauri museum

kaipara locals

kaipara lifestylernew

museum board chair

kaipara commission chair