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p Pahi’s iconic giant fig tree formed an amphitheatre for the marriage of local holiday park managers, Andrew Kenny and Julie Dry, when they tied the knot before family and friends. After lunch and a Pahi Hall reception, the newlyweds flew out from a local air strip for a Great Barrier Island honeymoon.

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Stamp your mark on townu by Rose Stirling

The future look and feel of Dargaville may emerge from public suggestions as submissions on the Dargaville Placemaking Vision Guide draw to a close.

Landscape designer Peter Boyd has taken feedback from the Kaipara District Council’s week-long consultation with the community in March last year, and using his design skills turned it into a draft guide which visually highlights the desires of the community to improve

their town via a design process called placemaking.

He encourages the community to look at the document and have their say. “This is their town and I want everyone to be proud of where it’s going.” As a qualified landscape designer Mr Boyd

firmly believes in the placemaking vision. “It’s about creating spaces where people want to go voluntarily, not because they have to, but because they enjoy that space.”

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p Paparoa Returned and Services Association members, family, friends and the local community take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made at war whilst the last post sounds at the cemetery in Matakohe. The Anzac Day parade began at the Matakohe War Memorial Hall and was marshalled by trooper Craig Linton before moving to the WW1 monument where wreaths were placed by school children. Further formalities preceded in the Volunteer’s Hall followed by a tribute to Joseph Hartley Harris whose services spanned WW1 and WW2.

Thomas Howarth, one of the enthusiastic performers at Dargaville’s Acoustic Music night held at the Commercial Bed and Breakfast in Dargaville at 7.00pm on the first Thursday of every month. All ages welcome — bring your music with you and our pianist will accompany you, or just come to be entertained.

p The dawn ANZAC parade in Dargaville saw a large turnout of the community showing support of those who fought in wars. Current and former servicemen, their families and friends then joined together at the Northern Wairoa RSA where they socialised and reminisced. Whenuapai RNZAF Group Captain Tim Walshe attended the day and spent time conversing with the group before they moved on to the Civil Service in the town hall. The 57 Squadron Dargaville Air Training Corps, Kia’s, Cubs and Scouts joined in the ceremony with the soldiers and dignitaries to mark the occasion.

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Examples of placemaking include improving street access — introducing a variety of public art, and turning parks and reserves into multi-use destinations.

He says the benefits have been proven overseas in various studies. “It affects nearly everything — people will spend more time in public spaces they enjoy.

That has an impact on the success of businesses in town, and in turn it will increase social interaction which will strengthen our community.”

He says the community came up with lots of ideas that included the planting of trees around retail spaces and providing more seating and leisure

spaces. “Research has shown that retail around trees and landscaped spaces are more valuable economically, than those without. People are drawn to them.”

He particularly likes the idea of the pedestrianisation of Hokianga and Parenga Street near the wharf edge while maintaining traffic flow. “I just see absolute incredible potential there — it will help refocus the town to what was historically a key part of Dargaville’s growth area.”

Submissions close Friday May 13. Contact Darlene Lang on 0800 727 059 or email [email protected] with your ideas or suggestions. ¢

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p Landscape designer Peter Boyd and Kaipara District Council community facilitator, Darlene Lang, stand in what could be a shared space on the corner of Parenga St and Hokianga Road near the chemist shop

Count down to local electionsu by Rose Stirling

After four years being led by commissioners, the Kaipara District Council will revert to an elected leadership in the October local body elections.

Council commission chair, John Robertson, says it’s an exciting and important opportunity to consider because elected members help shape our future.

“Elected members are the eyes and ears of the community. Kaipara now has the opportunity to elect a fresh new council with great leadership.

“The Kaipara is growing in all sorts of ways. Mangawhai is growing very fast. Council needs to support the growth by ensuring that the roading layout makes sense, by making land available for parks and reserves, by ensuring that wastewater services are in place, and by ensuring that environmental matters are appropriately considered. Elected members will help shape Mangawhai’s future.

“The rest of the Kaipara will also be impacted by Auckland’s growth — lifestyle choices and tourism, in the next five years. Dargaville and Kaiwaka are turning around from population loss to signs of growth. We are benefiting from the investment that locals are making in small business.”

Nominations for a new mayor, councillors, and a Northland Regional Council member to represent the Kaipara constituency, as well as seven members to represent the region on the Northland District

p KDC Commissioner John Robertson is encouraging voters to get involved in local body elections.

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Art community flourishesu by Ayla Miller

The Mangawhai Artist’s Inc Gallery is in full swing since opening in December and has held nine separate exhibitions to date.

President Jan Grover says the group are appreciating having somewhere of their own to exhibit their art and to utilise as required.

“We have had both solo and group exhibitions since it opened. We started off with a members’ exhibition over Christmas and we chose a small works exhibition so everybody could participate. I think there were 45 artists and it was cash and carry so we sold quite a few of those pieces. It was very popular,” she said.

There has been a variety of styles exhibited including expressionism and conventional landscapes side by side since opening and Jan says she has already booked out the gallery for the 2016/17 summer months.

“Our group is growing and we have 110 members now. Everyone is delighted with the gallery including the public as we finally have somewhere people can go to find the local art. Outside of the art trails it was quite hard to find on a day-to-day basis. I’ve

had many positive comments from the public about what a great space it is.” Jan says the demographic of Mangawhai is a big part of the group’s success and growth. “There are a lot of people retiring and moving up here and there is certainly a need for painting classes — now we have a place to hold them.” ¢

Keeping things ship-shapeu by Ayla Miller

After jobs on superyachts, service in the navy, and setting up a business in Paparoa, Tim and Sharlene Lord are the new faces of cleaning in the Kaipara with their business Kaipara Cleaning Co, offering a wealth of experience

The couple moved to Paparoa seven years ago for the lifestyle, location and family.

With their young family, and clients from across the district, they are enjoying being able to navigate and explore more of the Kaipara and Northland surrounds with their work.

“Our motivation for starting Kaipara Cleaning Co. was to own our own business and provide a service that we saw a need for. We believed that we had what was needed to make it happen and, being service oriented people, we wanted to deliver that in our area,” Sharlene says.

Together they have been in the industry for many years in various roles, and offer carpet and upholstery cleaning with specialised stain removal as well as interior and exterior home cleaning services to the Kaipara area and surrounds.

“It’s that owner operator aspect that I think people enjoy. When they

call us for a job it is us who turn up.”They also offer home cleaning services for vacant homes, along with Spring cleaning, interior and exterior home cleaning services at competitive rates. ¢

p Tim and Sharlene Lord are in the business of keeping things ship-shape throughout the Kaipara

p Jan Grover, Mangawhai Artist’s Inc president, is pleased to see their new gallery being utilised


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Promotional brochure a hitKauri Coast Promotion Society’s Dargaville — Heart of the Kauri Coast brochure has been so successful it has had to be reprinted and updated, barely two years after 25,000 were produced.

The colourful publication which unfolds to six double sided pages promoting Dargaville and the surrounding area, listing its attractions, accommodation, services and activities is a major part of KCPS’ role in attracting visitors and encouraging them to spend time here.

KCPS published its first brochure in 2011. Two years ago it printed a second, distributing the 25,000 copies throughout the country, including a number of South Island i-sites, with considerable help from Sue Taylor at Visitor Information Centre Dargaville and Kauri Coast.

“We have had people coming back for more, which we couldn’t supply,” says Raewyn Sills, who with fellow KCPS executive member, Trish Rolfe, has spearheaded the brochure project.

“We are surprised but delighted they have gone so quickly. This is our major promotion tool and it is obviously doing its job.”

The reprint, also of 25,000 copies, builds on the successful format but has been updated to ensure all information is current and has had a number of new items added. Maps of the Kauri Coast, Dargaville and Baylys Beach have also been modified to make them even more user friendly.

“We are also proud that the design and production have both been done

locally by Wildside Publications and AD Focus respectively,” says Trish who extended thanks to everyone who helped.

The new brochure is ready for distribution and KCPS is working with Dargaville Business Forum who will be encouraging local businesses to stock and promote them.

Locals can get brochures from Dargaville’s BNZ while people outside

p From left: Trish Rolfe and Raewyn Sills with some of the 25,000 Dargaville — Heart of the Kauri Coast brochures, printed after a similar number were used up in two years.

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Fire tricks tick the box u by Rose Stirling

If you’ve ever wanted to spin fire, juggle fire, throw fire or hold fire, then Circus Kumarani has a workshop just for you. Currently they are hosting a series of fire workshops that teaches students safety through circus skills.

Teachers, Jo Carvalho and Mat Manamat, say the workshop is about having fun while learning in a safe environment. “Students will learn about fire safety, they will gain coordination and grow in confidence,” says Mr Carvalho.

“Because the students are using fire with circus skills they are more focussed than if they were just learning circus skills, so they learn faster.”People of all ages are

encouraged to take part. “We have had kids as young as nine take part in the past, with parental supervision of course,” Mr Carvalho says.

The first class is free and at the end of the term in mid — June, students can showcase what they’ve learned in the Spirit of Matariki fire show.

“We want to keep the show local as much as we can, so we’re encouraging them to get involved. It’s about bringing the community together.”

The workshops run weekly on a Wednesday from 7–9pm at Circus Kumarani, at 15 Onslow St. Dargaville. ¢

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School to therescue of whitebaitNext time you sit down to eat a whitebait fritter spare a thought for the students of Paparoa Primary school who have been working hard to ensure the small fish’s survival.

According to the Department of Conservation one of the major problems affecting the whitebait fishery at present has been the destruction of habitat for egg laying or adult fish. Fifty years ago whitebait was so plentiful you could catch the small fish in kerosene drums — however these days the catch is a lot smaller.

So Paparoa Primary school pupils have been working with The Whitebait Connection Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust to help restore some of those habitats.

Students recently placed straw bales near the landing in Paparoa to encourage the small fish to lay their

eggs at high tide. DOC Ranger, Jamie Quirk says the species are in decline. “We are losing more of them each year. Water removal for out-of-stream use, pollution, wetland drainage, introduced pests and destruction of stream-side vegetation are some of the issues that threaten the long-term survival of whitebait species.”

Concern for the future of both the fish and one of New Zealand’s best loved recreational traditions prompted creation of whitebaiting regulations.

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p Students from Paparoa Primary school place straw bales at the Landing in Paparoa to encourage the small fish to spawn


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A first for local theatreu by Ayla Miller

There’s something a little different about Dargaville Little Theatre’s latest production, The Rookie: Black, White and Shades of Grey, which opens on May 6, and the clue is in the name.

Written and directed by Julianne Parkinson, The Rookie is an original play which parodies the 1940’s hard-boiled detective shows, and the entire cast and set is in black and white.

Julianne was inspired to write her own show when she was unable to find a script that sparked an interest.

“After reading about 20 scripts I thought, I can write one of these myself,” she said. So she did.

“I’m much happier with this script than the other ones I read. I was able to keep this one a little more true to the genre.”

She says the full greyscale makeup will be one of the main challenges of the show.

“I’m hoping the greyscale aspect will be a big draw card. I want the audience to have an unforgettable and unique experience and to really feel like they are watching a black and white film.”

Andy Bryenton, who plays casino owner Everett Scott, is enjoying being part of an original production and says

the show promises to keep the audience engaged throughout the full length play.

“There are two concepts that make this show different from a regular play — one is the greyscale makeup and the other one we can’t reveal. People will just have to come along and see it for themselves.”

Shows start at 7.30pm on May 6, 7, 13 and 14 with a matinee at 3pm on May 14. Tickets are on sale now at the Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre for $20 – cash only. ¢

p Spot the difference: Eryn Wilson-Collins, Andy Bryenton and Jas Hazeldine prepare for Dargaville Little Theatre’s latest production The Rookie: Black, White and Shades of Grey

Sporting commitments recognised

p The winners of the Kaiwaka Sports Awards were Annmarie Holst — Junior Sportsperson of the Year, Merv Huxford — Senior Sportsperson of the Year, Lindell Ferguson — Service to Sport, and Rhys Shadbolt for the Greg McRae Memorial Trophy. “Annmarie’s achievements include representing New Zealand in the Secondary Schools’ junior squash team,” said association manager, Cheryl Anderson. “Merv was the first Hockey New Zealand Masters blackstick to play 100 internationals and has been selected for the Masters World Tournament. “Lindell’s contributions include service to tennis, soccer, gymnastics, cubs, and scouts, and Rhys’ achievements include refereeing JMB matches throughout the year and coaching the Maungaturoto Under 11’s rugby team.”


This year’s Annual Plan is providing some good news for ratepayers. While there aren’t significant changes from the second year of the Long Term Plan 2015 – 2025, the average rates increase is proposed to be lower than we stated in the Plan. Instead of 3.45 percent on average increase, the proposed average increase will be 2.94 percent.

COUNCIL WANTS YOUR FEEDBACK ON ANNUAL PLAN 2016/17

We do not need to go through a formal consultation process for this year’s plan, with submissions and hearings. This change is because amendments to the Local Government Act 2002 recognises that often Annual Plans are not significantly different to what was consulted on in the Long Term Plan process. Therefore it doesn’t make sense to consult again on plans already contained in the Long Term Plan 2015 - 2025.

However, we do want to know your thoughts on the small, but good, changes that are proposed. We are asking for your feedback, which will still be considered as part of finalising the Annual Plan 2016 – 2017. They are contained in our consultation document. In summary:

Earlier this year, our two big wins were:

• We have been able to reduce debt by $10 million including a settlement from the Office of the Auditor General.

• We joined the Local Government Funding Agency and therefore access to lower interest rates on our debt.

This means we need less funding to service this lower, and cheaper, debt which will fund the reduced rates increase.

We will also:

• Invest in reducing the backlog of maintenance

• Improve organisation capability

• Invest in better IT systems to improve customer service and system reliability.

There will still be rates increases higher than the average for commercial, dairying, some lifestyle blocks and some residential areas. The increases in the affected residential areas are because of increased investment in wastewater plants for both maintenance and operations where the plants are older.

While our emphasis is always on our core service, we are doing other interesting things around the district as well, which we’d like your feedback on. For instance

• Placemaking’ in Kaiwaka and Dargaville. This is all about working with our communities to improve their towns and environments, to make them easier to live in, to enjoy and get around.

• In Mangawhai, we’re working with the community on a Mangawhai Town Plan to help us invest for growth. This is still in the early stages, and we’re looking forward to getting your views on the concepts so far.

Come to our round tables to talk to us;

Maungaturoto Centennial Hall 2 May at 6.00 pm

Northern Wairoa War Memorial Hall (Dargaville) on 3 May at 6.00 pm

Mangawhai Domain Hall on 8 May at 2.00 pm

Kaiwaka Sports Complex on 9 May at 6.00 pm

Paparoa War Memorial Hall on 10 May at 6.00 pm

You can fill in a feedback form on line now or after you’ve been to the round-table sessions. (Hard-copy feedback forms will be available on the night at our round-table sessions and are available in the consultation document.)

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Notice is given pursuant of section 28(4) of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, that the Rating Information Database (RID) of the Kaipara District is now available for inspection during normal business hours at:

The Rating Information Database (RID) contains information required by Council to set and assess rates on each rating unit within the Kaipara District. Details include the rating valuation, services available or connected to the rating unit, the legal description, and the area of the rating unit.

In accordance with section 27(7)(b) of the Act, the Northland Regional Council has delegated the functions of maintaining the database to the Kaipara District Council.

Any ratepayer may object (to be in writing) to the information contained in the database. Objections may be lodged at any of the above locations or by posting to Kaipara District Council, Private Bag 1001, Dargaville 0340. Following due consideration the Council will notify the objector of its decision, and correct the Rating Information Database where the objection is upheld.

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Aspiring film makers soughtu by Rose Stirling

Future ‘Peter Jackson’s’ and ‘Jane Campion’s’ are being sought to take part in this year’s short film competition.

Dargaville Community Cinema Charitable Trust secretary, Jacoba Puharich, says it’s the second year running for the Nor thland-wide competition and nearly a decade since it first kicked off in the Kaipara district.

During that time the competition has grown in popularity with the number of entries tripling.

“We’re just thrilled with the support we’ve had, we’re really lucky that so many young people in our region are enthusiastic about film — and so they should be, the film industry in New Zealand is fantastic, just look at how successful Hunt For The Wilderpeople has been.”

This year the competition is offering up a pretty impressive prize pool of $2,500 in cash prizes and has been broadened by removing the need for a theme to encourage more people to enter. However the trust still wants to see stories that relate to Northland in some way, whether that be by using local actors, or filming local

scenery. “It’s going to be great to have a recorded film library of Northland,“ says Mrs Puharich.

This year there are two categories, documentary and fictional/narrative — of any subject. Each category has two sections — open and school age.

For more information or to download an entry form visit anzactheatre.co.nz ¢

p Trish Puharich the winner of last years short film competition for the Gallipoli section.

Holiday camp experiencesu by Ann Morgan

This year marked the 13th occasion of the popular Otamatea Day Camp, which was at capacity with nearly 200 children and many helpers present.

“The children participate in a range of activities and crafts including building bush huts, learning bush craft, tie-dying t-shirts, creative carpentry, horse riding and ceramics. There is a lot of singing and laughing and a good number of overseas students from the local Youth with a Mission base adding their skills in plays and leadership,” said Pastor David Patterson.

“Some of the youth are very talented and the children really enjoy these performances. They are interactive and inclusive.

“Local churches from the Otamatea area provide resources including food, materials and many volunteer helpers to manage the event. We also receive

generous support from area business people and the local bus service helps provide our transport.”

Pastor Patterson says an important facility is the large marquee which is transported from Ahipara every year. “Pastor Hendrik Brits has a church up there and he comes down in his truck and puts it up for us. We couldn’t really do this without his support. This enables everybody to participate in the exciting presentations.

“The camp provides the children with something different to do and on the last day the families come and we present a concert and a meal. We give the children a great time with lots of fun. It’s about kids and enjoying the holidays.” ¢

p Children at the Otamatea Day camp

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Happy Steps Early Learning Centre is a family run business, owned by Stephen and Pam Chapman and managed by their daughter Crystal Chapman, who has six years experience as an early childhood teacher and centre manager.

Crystal says that as a mother of an 18-month-old daughter, and a passionate early childhood teacher herself, she wants to make quality care their main priority and that’s why they aim to have a higher teacher to child ratio.

“We want to create an environment that is a home away from home for them. “

Ms Chapman says they chose Dargaville as a location because of the feedback they received from the community.

“We had been looking over in Whangarei and in Dargaville, however

the feedback we got from the community was that Dargaville needed it more. We were told that there were huge waiting lists with some of the centres.”

The centre is currently being built at a location close to town on Logan Street and to the delight of parents will be providing meals just to make life that little bit easier for them. “We’ll be providing meals, morning tea, lunch and

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When it’s completed it will have a large outdoor play area. The building will have two separate areas, one for babies up to two-and-a-half and the other for those up to five years. A school preparation programme will be run as well with the centre set to open in August — weather dependent.

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Virtue and virtuososu by Andy Bryenton

May is a great month to enjoy a hot breakfast with all the trimmings. Greeting the dawn on these chilly mornings next to a crackling fireplace to the smell of fresh brewed coffee, bacon, eggs and all the rest is one of life’s simple pleasures.

It’s also a great way to support a worthy cause, as a breakfast this month at the Aratapu Tavern means you’re giving a little to a very good cause. The annual pink ribbon appeal is on again, raising money for the fight against breast cancer, and as usual Donice, Richard and the team were among the first in the North to volunteer. It’s an opportunity to do something good while enjoying yourself — and if you’re quick, you could even bring your Mum along too, for a special breakfast on the 8th with complimentary bubbles.

Meanwhile, one of the greatest musical innovators in history is about to make an appearance at the Northern Wairoa Hotel in Dargaville. Following up on the terrific success of their recent

Fleetwood Mac and Rolling Stones tribute shows, the folks at the historic pub have managed to book one of the best in the business — the Hendrix Project. Fans of rock music will understand immediately the sheer level of virtuoso skill required to impersonate the great guitar wizard himself, and this three-piece band evoke the psychedelic rebellion of Woodstock with polished ease.

Finally, we’re anticipating an early start for many this weekend as duck season 2016 gets underway. No doubt there’ll be plenty of wild game coming home to the kitchen, which begs the question — what’s best to do with all that succulent duck? facebook.com/Game-Meat-recipes for some top tips. ¢

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The recommended changes would involve a nominations committee putting forward candidates and the short list would go through a new independent expert panel. The panel would make an independent selection of candidates before the board would select candidates and then require more than 50% support of shareholders at the annual meeting. The Fonterra chairman also says that the current board selection process under the single transferable voting system is too politicised. Farmer politics has always existed and is most interesting to be involved in.

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A politician was voted out, and went to work in a large prison as a parole officer.

The prison warden called him in after a few months for his performance review.

“Sorry, buddy,” he said. “You’re not doing too well. Every last prisoner brought up before

you, you let them go free years early!” “Well,” said the ex-politican. “It’s my old job, you see. When I was in parliament we were

told to bail out the rich ones, hand out the poor ones, and never let anybody finish

their sentences...”

A dog’s tail …

A new way ter farm“Well then Dog, them Ozzies no how

ter skin a cat eh?” Well readas, I sertinly pricked up

me ears wen Boss came out with that statemint. I wonded what he ment ‘cos we dont have a cat enymore, sinse Hjrmin tha Jermin, y’now, the farm cat wot was a bit of a terror ona propitty. He got run ova by tha shearmilker ona dairy block. So sad eh?

Anyway Boss wint on, as we were doing smoko ona woolsed steps, wile he red the papa.

“Sez hear Dog that the Ozzie dairy boss has chuked in his job ‘cos farmers not getting paid enuff for there milk.”

Well, Sharlene came over then and hada look ata papa too.

“Yes deah, Seems the Ozzies have tha same problim as us hear in Kiwi, an’ she red in her skoolteacher voice. “The head of major Australian dairy co-operative stepped down after it slashed its profit forecast by as much as 40 per cent and cut the price it pays farmers for their milk.

“Chairman said the size of the gap between previous profit estimates and actual sales figures was too

great. He said the CEO offered his resignation to the board which was accepted immediately.”

“Yep,” seda Boss. Thats wot I meen, that Ozzies take action. Our Fonterror peeple wot are earning heeps of munny wile the farmers are struggling are still ina job eh? No fallin’ on there swords here.” Boss wurries me readas, skinned cats and fallin swords?

Then Sharlene changed tha jubjict.“Did ya here deah that lifestyle

proppity downa road has just sold fer half a millyin bucks? Seems some peeple fron Orklind got casht up ina housing boom, an’ bort it fer a holiday place.”

Boss giva snort then.“Yeah, blimmin townies movin’ in all

over the place. They reckin yung peeple terday got no hope of getting’ a home cos of proppitty prices ina city. Well, wot’s gonna happin out hear ina country. Same blimmin problim. But maybe that’ll fix tha milk price mess. Insted of milkin’ cows, we could subdivide tha deary runoff eh?

We cood get a duzzin lifestyle blocks, an’ sell then ter cashed up Orklinders, Sort of become cash farmers!

Well, Sharlene hada bit of a chukkle. “Yep deah, an’ we cood retire, an’ take a croose rounda werld. Mum cood come up an’ look afta Billy.”

Now that’s wot I call a good idea readas.

No more werk ona proppitty, and Mum cookin’ roasts and pork cracklin. Go on then Boss, lets be cash farmers! Yep, more’n one way ter skin a cat.

Chairs readas!Billy

0800 788 [email protected]

Gas & Tyre

CALVING SEASON IS HEREAlong with winter rain, mud & cold...

Power through with us!ATV & UTV tyres to tackle the

toughest conditions – in stock NOW!

QUAD BIKE SAFETY

Wear a helmet.A helmet is a must while riding a quad bike around the farm.


Kaipara Service DirectoryJoin us at 60s

Up Movement of NZBe entertained, meet new friends, enjoy an afternoon tea and friendly conversation.

We meet at the Dargaville Rugby Club the first Tuesday of every month.

Entrance $6 per meeting and this includes afternoon tea.

Contacts:Margaret Pinny 09 439 4560

Cynthia Shirtcliffe 09 439 5895

C&C Contract ElectricalC&C Contract ElectricalCCCC&&&&C Contract ElectricalC Contract ElectricalC Contract ElectricalC Contract ElectricalDARGAVILLE

Craig Burrell • Registered ElectricianPhone Craig 021 534 882 • Bookings 021 440 634

DARGAVILLE

Registered Electrician

• Carpets & Upholstery • Interior and Exterior Home Cleaning

e-mail - [email protected] - www.facebook.com/kaiparacleaningco

Tim & Sharlene Lord

Phone 021 114 6729www.kaiparacleaningco.co.nz

• Rollers 1.5 - 13 tonne• Diggers 1-20 tonne • Site dumpers 1-10 tonne

• Loaders, Trailers, Plate Compactors etcCall the team at ATJ for your hire needs

ATJATJATJATJATJATJATJ

Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 0493Warkworth 09 425 8845 or Aaron on 021 210 04934 Morrosion Drive, Warkworth

SELF DRIVE MACHINERY HIRE

LocaL DeaLers for:

3 Parore St, Dargaville • Ph 09 439 8881

CHAINSAWS & MOWERSCHAINSAWS & MOWERSCHAINSAWS & MOWERS

Pick Up & Delivery Service

AvailableConditions apply

Fencing Specialists Servicing Dargaville to Mangawhai

ALL ASPECTS OF FARM & LIFESTYLE BLOCK FENCING & MAINTENANCE

INCLUDING:

• Post & Batten • Post & Rail • Netting • Entrances

• Stock Yards • General Block Maintenance

Call Chris Hickey on 027 561 1719

• All general engineering requirements• Suppliers of Waikato Milking Systems

• Lowara Pumps • Hi Tech Effluent Systems

PH/FAX 09 439 7392 MOB 027 414 1250

PUKEKO ST DARGAVILLE 0310

[email protected]

ENGINEERING (2002) LTD

Cleaning Services to suit your specific needs

for home, business plus windowsJess: 027 481 0515

HHelping and

Helping Hand

Top Quality Installation ServiceFor a free measure & quote ph Christine

(09) 946 9886 or 021 515 415www.kaiparaflooring.co.nz email: [email protected]

Independently Owned & Operated 32 Hurndall Street East Maungaturoto

Kaipara Flooring Co.

Full Supply & Installation ServiceCarpet, Vinyl, Vinyl Planking, Wood Laminate Flooring,

Stockist of 2m & 3m wide vinyl and Carpet Short EndsResidential & Commercial

Kitchen Designed and Built3D Software

7–9 Liverpool St, Dargaville P: 09 439 5989E: [email protected] | www.kingbrothers.co.nz

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

love your smile

New patients welcome!

MacJimray Septic Cleaning Services are theseptic tank cleaning specialists in your district. Residential to commercial, fast, reliable, professional service at competitive rates.

Septic Tank/Grease Trap Cleaning.Septic & Sewerage Treatment Systems Don’t let your septic tank become costly - service it now!

DargavilleDargaville Day Badminton every

Thursday 10–12 noon. Everyone welcome. Back entrance Town Hall. For any enquiries call Anneke 027 334 5515 or Lynley 09 439 8160.

Car Rally the annual Hospice Car Rally Poker Run is on Sunday, May 15 in conjunction with the Dargaville Hotrod and Custom Car Club. Starts at 12.15 noon at the Vintage Machinery Club Harding Park Dargaville. Prize giving will be at 5.30pm at the Northern Wairoa Hotel and there will be a cake cutting to celebrate the Dargaville Hospice Shop’s 10th birthday. Phone 09 439 3330 or email [email protected].

Northern Wairoa Veteran Bowlers Association. Final day for 2015–2016 Season. 1.00pm Wednesday May 11 at Dargaville Bowling Club. Owing to the modest attendances for the later part of this season it has been suggested we wind up our activities, therefore the future of the Assoc. will be discussed. All interested persons are asked to attend.

Wednesday Crafts 10am till 12.30 in old CMA building, Tirarau Street, All welcome. Varied crafts and warm friendship. Lunch, morning tea and transport provided if necessary. $5 entry fee. Phone Lilian 439 7799 or Cynthia 439 5895 for more details.

African Drumming six week course Tuesday evenings from 10th May–14th June 5.30pm–6.30pm. $12 per class or $60 for all six classes. Drums provided. For enquiries or to enroll contact Josie on 021 0223 8621 or [email protected]

Dargaville Little Theatre tickets for The Rookie Black, White and Shades of Grey are on sale at the Dargaville Sewing Centre for performances on the May 6 and 7, 13 and 14 including a matinee on the 13th at 3pm.

Other Roads After a year of touring in the UK and Europe, the headlining act for the Auckland Folk Festival are returning to Dargaville on May 6, at the Lighthouse Function Centre from 7.30pm. Tickets $20 available from Eventfinda.com and at the door.

Lawn BowlsResults of Mid-Winter Bowls Series —

any combination triples — Wednesday April 20

Ron McCallum Green

1st Dave Orford — 3.5 wins, 21 ends, 49 pts. 2nd Sue Rokstad — 3.5 wins, 19 ends, 33 pts.

B Green

1st Gerry Mulligan — 4 wins, 31 ends, 42 pts. 2nd: Ted Sloane — 3 wins, 22 ends, 44 pts.

Hard luck: Ross Burrows’ team.

Dargaville Bowling Club. April 24. A/C Triples, sponsored by Monty Stott and family.

Twenty two trios from Dargaville, Takapuna, Ruawai, Arapohue, Opononi and Maungatapere started play under murky skies, which soon turned to a HEAVY shower, making further use of the natural surface impossible for the remainder of the day, necessitating play to move to the synthetic surface. Results Five teams managed three

from three with not much separating 1st from 4th.

1st, Jim Vallance, Tom Ker, Max Jones, (Darg) 18 ends. 2nd, Allan & Totty Rakich, Karren Biddles, (Darg) 17 ends, 43 points. 3rd, Peter Cullen, Ron Bishop, Cheryl Smith, (Compo) 17 ends, 35 ends. 4th, Margaret & Eric Smitton, John Smith, (Darg) 16 ends.

Thanks to Monty & Co. for the generous sponsorship.

Indoor BowlsParish Indoor Bowling Club.

Tangiteroria visit. April 25.

1st Mariane Harvey & Gwenda MaClean. 2nd John Fickling & Havah Nielsen. 3rd Warren Younger & Rex Nielsen. Good Sports Owen Brown & Esta Drinnan

Ruawai Indoor Bowling Club. Club Night. April 26.

1st Tony Radich, Brooklyn Gilmour & Carol Perfect. 2nd Don Simpson, Jim SImpson & Jamie Scott. Good Sports. Phil Yelcich, Suzanne Oud & Greg Scott.

SPORTS RESULTSE-mail your results to:

[email protected]’S ON?Email [email protected] with your event information or call 0800 466 793


Kaipara Service Directory

PAXCOMComputer RepairsPAXCOMPAXCOMPAXCOMPAXCOM• Virus Removal• Speed-Ups • Email• Internet • Upgrades

Grant Clapham09 942 8747027 419 2612

Servicing North Shore - Rodney - KaiparaOver 30 years experience

Commercial & Residential Window Cleaning Highly motivated team servicing • Shop fronts, offices & homes

The Differe

nce

is Clear!

Call Kelly 021 801 215 • [email protected]

LAWN MOWING | WEED EATING & SPRAYING

HEDGES | CHAINSAWING | FIREWOOD

PRUNING | GARDENING | SCRUB CUTTING

RUBBISH REMOVAL | WATER BLASTING

PAINTING | FENCING SERVICES

Phone Gavin for all your property maintenance needs on

09 972 8878 or 021 926 362

Tu Christey Massage TherapistTu Christey Massage TherapistTu Christey Massage TherapistTu Christey Massage TherapistDiploma in Massage, MNZDiploma in Massage, MNZ

Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho)Cert. in Thai Traditional Massage (Wat Pho)“Get rid of your aches & pains, maintain your well being”“Get rid of your aches & pains, maintain your well being”

Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy,Therapeutic, Deep Tissue, Sports, Pregnancy,Relaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic DrainageRelaxation, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage

Phone: (09) 439 6518Phone: (09) 439 6518Mobile: 021 116 9425Mobile: 021 116 9425

Email: [email protected]: tuthemt@gmail.comwww.handyhandsmassage.co.nzwww.handyhandsmassage.co.nz

Ed’s FloorsandingNew and Old Floors

Carpet and Vinyl PreparationQuality Solvent & Water based Coating

SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

www.floorsandingnorth.co.nz0274 914 091 or 09 436 3929

HOMEKILL BUTCHER | MPI REGISTEREDCOVERING ALL YOUR HOMEKILL REQUIREMENTS

PHONE ROSS POCKLINGTON(09) 439 0707 OR 027 437 6521

Ph 09 439 5065 Dargavillewww.newmanengineering.co.nz MARGARET & JOHN BISHOP

Newman Engineering (2004) LTD

• Pipe&SteelSupplies•LTNZApprovedWorkshop• General,Agricultural&StructuralEngineering• MobileWeldingServices•GeneralRepairs&Maintenance• 2TonGantryCrane•PlateRoller,ProfileCutter&PressBrake• de-CRAP-it®,Landplane®,SeriousIncinerator®

• FieldRollers,WaterCarts•KumaraGear

Make Your Life easier! use our services now! Neil Carter Trading as

Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth)All Services & Maintenance Available

PO Box 1174, WhangareiPh 09 434 7741Mobile 027 273 6865

1279 S/H 14, MAUNGATAPERE

Northland Laser Drainage Ltd

Subsurface Drainage Specialists (Nth)All Services & Maintenance Available

MAUNGATAPERE

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Kaipara Lifestyler ClassifiedsPhone 09 439 6933

Closing date for classified advertising for the 10 May 2016 edition is 10am, Monday 9 May 2016. See our terms and conditions online at www.kaiparalifestyler.co.nz

For SaleBRAKE DISC pads for car and light commercials. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219.

CARAVAN ELECTRICAL WOFS next to Dargaville Die-sel, Beach Road from Wednesday 13th November to Saturday 15th November. No appointment necessary. Phone 027 471 7331. Cash or eftpos.

FIREWOOD GUM hot mix $80 per cubic metre. Delivered Kaipara area. Phone 09 439 0403.

FIREWOOD TOPSOIL and Mulch Chip. Firewood from $45.00 per metre, Topsoil $40.00 per metre and Mulch Chip $15.00 per metre. Phone Doug 020 4088 7689, Adrian 020 4091 8732 or Tamati 020 4104 0964.

PURCHASE AN oil & air filter combo and receive 15% discount. Inder’s Auto One Dargaville 09 439 8219

SELECTION OF household furniture including some whiteware, fridge/freezer, washing machine, single beds & bedroom furniture, side table, chest of drawers and a collection of chairs. To view phone 0274 440 014.

2001 NISSAN Maxima, V6 auto, good tyres, good condition, looked after. $2,500 ono. Phone 021 203 2953.

WHIRLPOOL FRIDGE/freezer 2 years old near new condition. Freezer on top. 630W x 700D x 1608H. $700 ono. Ph 0274393009 or 4397200.

GrazingGRAZING AVAILABLE – short term or long term phone 027 204 8686 or 09 439 8234.

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

Tree ServicesCOAST TO Coast Treeworks. All aspects of treework, professional qualified arborist, free quotes. Ph Victor 021 050 2665.

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

Firewood for saleDRY FIREWOOD for sale $75+gst/mtr. 2mtr minimum. Pine/Macrocarpa mix. Free delivery Ruawai, Paparoa and Maungaturoto areas. WINZ registered, quotes available. Call Glenn 021 983 734 for your order.

Raffle ResultsNORTHERN WAIROA Lions Fiji Relief Appeal — Winning Ticket No: 123 Kaihu Pub

WantedWANTED OLD and small eight or ten row maize planter for a MF135 tractor. Phone 09 433 2877.

DENISE CLARKToenail & Fingernail

Cutting Service

Phone 09 439 6068

Work Wanted

Garage SaleDOWN SIZING household bric and brac. Books, furniture and clothes. May 7. 8am until 3pm–5 McKenzie Place, Dargaville, Phone 09 439 7243).

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

GOT2GO PLANTS: Corokia $6, Rosemary $5, Bottlebrush $1–$6, Portwine Magnolia $6, Pohutukawa Maori Princess $6–$8, Vibrance $8, Spring Fire $8, Cordylines $1–$8, Nikau $3–$6, Psudopanaes $1–$8, Griselina $3–$6, Pittosporum $3–$6, Kowhai $3–$6, Flaxes (10 types) $1–$6, Coloured Manuka $6, Grasses $1, Coprosma $4–$6, Puka $6–$15. Friday to Sunday 9am–4pm or Phone 09 439 5556, 55 West Coast Road, Te Kopuru.

Septic Tank ServicesCLEANING SEPTIC Tanks. For fast reliable service. Priced from $350. Wellsford to Ruawai. Contact Macjimray 09 423 7014 or visit www.macjimray.co.nz. Code Compliant.

EFFLUENT REMOVAL, Just give us a call, we remove it all. “Magic Property Services”. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

MAGIC PROPERTY Services, effluent & septic tank cleaning. Servicing the kaipara. Ph Chris 027 480 0110 or Mary 027 459 1544. 7 Days. WE ARE THE ONLY CODE COMPLIANT OPERATORS IN THE KAIPARA.

Property MaintenanceAAA+ ALL Class Glass requirements. See the Glass Dr to fix your pane. Competitive Quotes - Clean Cut Rates. $50 fitting fee + materials or $40 for Gold Card Holders when you mention this ad. Phone the Glass Dr — Ray on 027 477 3751.

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.

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.

WINDOW & Door repairs – seals, latches, stays, wheels, hinges, locks, glass & glazing. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or email: [email protected] – Window and Door Services Ltd.

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

SecuritySECURE YOUR Home — security doors, grills, locks, bolts, stays and latches — supplied and installed. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 – Kevin Sowter or email: [email protected]– Window and Door Services Ltd.

BusinessALL GLASS and Glazing — available 24/7. Splashbacks Mirrors - Tabletops. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458 Kevin Sowter or email: [email protected] and Door Services Ltd.

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

To LetNEW INSULATED with HRV unit 3 bedroom house, very good condition, central, $300 per week. Phone 022 312 8660.

100IT’S NOT A TARGET




Public NoticesACOUSTIC MUSIC Blackboard Concert — First Thursday of the month — 7.00–9.30pm, Commercial Hotel, River Rd, Dargaville. $2 entry, $2 raffle. Performers and audience welcome. Phone Allan 09 439 6933 or 021 439 697.

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

LEARN MUSIC Maverick Music Studio teaches ukulele, guitar and drums, bango and vocals. Contact John 022 642 1376 or 09 439 5289.

NORTHERN WAIROA Hire Dargaville open 7 days. We have all the tools to make your project a success. 31 Gladstone Street, Dargaville. Phone 09 439 6166.

PET DOORS — cat doors, dog doors for glass or timber - supplied and installed. Ph: 027 275 0918 or 439 6458, Kevin Sowter or email: [email protected] and Door Services Ltd.

SNUGGLEPUSS CATTERY, Cat Motel, reasonable rates, inspection welcome at 293 Waihue Road, Dargaville. Phone Lorraine 09 439 7206.

TINOPAI RURAL Vounteer Fireforce AGM 7pm Monday 16 May at Tinopai Community Hall.

RAPE AWARENESS Week — Sausage Sizzle, fundraiser for SOS Emergency House. Tuesday 3 May 10am–12 noon. At The Warehouse, Dargaville.

SUZANTIQUES – Antiques & Collectables. Closing Down Sale. Leadlight cabinets, kauri, oak and mahogany furniture. Old pharmacy scales, marlin weighing scales, china, crystal, bric a brac. Open next few weekends, 25 Murdoch Street. Phone 09 439 6775 or 021 044 5267.

Northern Wairoa A & P Assoc.

Arapohue Show

AGM Monday 9th May 2016

at 7:30pm

Arapohue Hall.

All Welcome.

PENSIONER UNIT TO RENTRefurbished one bedroom unit to rent in the Kauri Court

Masonic Village, Dargaville. Great value, sunny unit. Suitable for independent, active, over 60’s.

Masons and non-Masons very welcome.For an application form or more informationvisit www.northlandmasonictrust.co.nz

or call Chris Mason 09 438 3109.

Public NoticesPublic Notices

The Mangawhai Museum and Historical Society

Incorporated

AGMis to be held on Friday

20th May at 3pm at Mangawhai Museum

All those who would like to attend are invited

Do you have an hour or so to spare during your week?Hospice Kaipara Inc are looking for Volunteers.

• Hospice Shop • Patient Support/visits

Please join us if you have compassion, initiative and a community spirit.

You will receive free training in the following areas. • Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

• Hospice History & Philosophy • Communication, Confidentiality & Self Care

• Patient & Whanau supportOrientation/Training Friday, 6 May 2016

For further enquiries phone Jayne: 09 439 3330 ext 6716

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Nominations are invited for the election of five parent representatives to the Board of Trustees.

A nomination form and a copy of this notice will be posted to all eligible voters.

Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office.

Nominations close at noon on Friday 20 May 2016. These may be posted or hand delivered.

The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.

Should a poll be required it will close at noon on Friday 3 June 2016.

Eileen Parsons (Mrs) Returning Officer

Otamatea High SchoolBoard of Trustees Election








PAPAROA PRIMARY SCHOOL

Success through effortNa to mahi kaha ka whiwhi ai

BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION

PARENT ELECTION NOTICE TE KOPURU SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION

Nominations are invited for the election of five parent representatives to the board of trustees. A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be posted to all eligible voters. Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office. Nominations close at noon on Friday 20th May 2016 and may be accompanied by a signed candidate’s statement. The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours. There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school. Voting closes at noon on Friday 3rd June. Signed Kerry Little Returning Officer

Livestock3X R1FRESIAN Bulls, 200kg, drenched and vacci-nated. $600.00 each plus GST. Phone 09 439 4034

DARGAVILLE SALEThursday 12th May 2016

Special Entry

A/c LJ & NE Andrew Ltd

50 x TQ 20Mth W/F Herex & Shorthornx Strs

Further Entries and Information

Contact;

Haydn Evans: 021 985 863

TRACTOR DRIVER GENERAL HAND.Te Roroa Farm Development Company Beef Units 1,400ha farm located on the west coast app 50km north of Dargaville Northland.

Farming Angus cows growing all progeny and topping up with Friesian bulls and cross bred steers as trading cattle.

We are looking for a tractor driver / general hand to join our team. The skills you will bring, will include but not limited to:

• Tractor driving

• Fencing conventional and electrics

• Weed control spraying

• General farm R&M

• Some stock work when needed

• Certificates in tractor safety, Quad safety and approved handler agri chems will be an advantage

You must have a willingness to comply with H&S rules and regulations.

Please apply in writing with CV and References to [email protected]

Applications close 7th May 2016.

Situations VacantWANTING STAFF - a reliable individual must have a car, till handling experience, kitchen hand experience and ready to work on weekends. Enquire with Jas 021 438 311. Shiraz Indian Restaurant/Bar/Cafe.

2IC/FARM ASSISTANT for 600 cow farm, Dargaville area. Phone 09 439 4034 A/H

Situations Vacant

Do you have experience and/or a passion to work with our elderly citizens?Are you able to work away from home for up to two weeks at a time?We have positions for live-in care to start immediately throughout Northland.You will need to have a full drivers license and a reliable vehicle.Send your CV to [email protected] or call Gareth on 0275-184376

Tender Loving Care In your own home

CHEF WANTEDNorthern Wairoa Hotel Restaurant.

Must be able to work under pressure, weekends and nights.

Please apply in person to the Northern Wairoa Hotel.

DUTY MANAGERNorthern Wairoa Hotel.

Must be able to work nights and weekends. Reliable - Honest - Hardworking

• Cash handling • TAB • Gaming machines • General bar work • General cleaning.

Please send CV to PO BOX 325, Dargaville or apply at the Northern Wairoa Hotel.Applications close 16th May 2016.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR WANTED

A great opportunity has arisen for a part-time office administrator to join the Dargaville Club team.

You will report to the Club President, and responsibilities will include:

• Filing, banking, mail, and general administration

• Accounts payable

• Customer invoicing

• Payroll, PAYE, and Kiwi Saver

• Reconciliation of purchases and sales

• Attend monthly meetings recording minutes etc.

Previous experience in accounts and administration would be helpful

An outgoing personality and flexible working style are critical for this environment. Multi tasking is a must!

You will need to display a high level of attention to detail and strong computer and keyboard skills - specifically knowledge of MS Word and Excel. We are currently using the Xero accounting package, in which full training will be given.

If you feel you are the person we are looking for, please send your CV and a cover letter to:

Office Administration Position, P.O. Box 147 Dargaville.

You must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this role.

Applications close 9th May 2016.

SELWYN PARK SCHOOL

Nominations are invited for the election of five parent representatives to the board of trustees.

A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be posted to all eligible voters.

You can nominate another person to stand as a candidate, or you can nominate yourself

(make sure you sign both parts of the form).


Nominations close at noon on 20th May 2016

and may be accompanied by signed candidates’ statements

The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal

school hours.

There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school.

Voting closes at noon on 3rd June 2016.

Signed: Leonie Ellis Returning Officer

BOARD OFTRUSTEES ELECTION

Nominations are invited for the election of five parent representatives to the Board of

Trustees. A nomination form and a notice calling for

nominations will be posted to all eligible voters. You can nominate another person to stand as a candidate, or you can nominate yourself. (Make sure you sign both parts of

the form.)Additional nomination forms can be

obtained from the school office.Nominations close at noon on 20th May

2016 and may be accompanied by signed candidates’ statements.

The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal

school hours. There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand,

for inspection at the school.Voting closes at noon on 3rd June 2016.

Signed: Penny WeberReturning Officer.

MATAKOHESCHOOL

Casual Kumara PackersReliable packing staff wanted at Delta

Produce for on-call casual work.

Apply in person at 97 Jervois Street by Wednesday 11th May.

VACANCYTOWN AND AROUND

Volunteer Drivers needed to assist people get around

Dargaville Township.

Contact: BRENDON WILKINSON

439 7253 or DARRYL QUIRK

439 7312

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Death Notices

Fowlie, Ewen Garth22nd April 2016 passed away

peacefully.

Dearly loved brother of Robert (Bob), Cheeky uncle to Kim, Brett, Mandy and

family friend of Thelma.

Forever in our hearts

Till we meet again xxxx

Fowlie, Ewen GarthLeft us suddenly on 22 April 2016 Beloved husband of Pamela and

father of Michael, Susan and Tracy-anne. Respected brother of Dennis

and Bob. Treasured grandad of 11 and great grandad of 5 and step-grandad/

great grandad to 6. A celebration was held Friday 29th April.

“When we look at the moon, We know you are smiling down on us.”

FRY, Lorna Jean. On 24th April 2016 peacefully at Dargaville Hospital. In her

95th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Des. Loved mother of the late Tony.

Her funeral service was held at the Kiosk, Memorial Park, Logan Street, Dargaville on Thursday 28th April 2016 followed

by a private cremation.

All communications to PO Box 184 Dargaville.

Public NoticesPublic Notices Public Notices

EXPRESSIONS

OF INTEREST

Pencil Portrait

Art Tuition

Private or Class

Phone Doug

09 439 5557

Dargaville Lions ClubThe Dargaville Lions are pleased to announce they are about to publish their Local Phone Directory.

Would you please check that your listing is correct in the 2015-2016 phone book.

If not PLEASE contact and advise YOUR phone company as soon as possible,

NOT THE LIONS CLUB

Public Notices

RUGBY RUGBY RUGBYDargaville Ford Western Sharks

vsOtamatea

Saturday 7th MayFarmlands Park, Dargaville

Redline Reserves 12.30pmCarters Premiers 2.15pm

The Aulsebrook ClinicAlison Aulsebrook will be holding a clinic at the outpatients Department

at Dargaville Hospital.

Gentle therapeutic manipulation 6th May from 3pm – 5pm

For appointments Ph: 09 434 8019 or 021 074 0724

Nominations are invited for the election of five parent representatives to the board of trustees.


You can nominate another person to stand as a candidate, or you can nominate yourself (make sure you sign both parts of the form).


Nominations close at noon on 20th May 2016 and may be accompanied by signed candidates’ statements.



Voting closes at noon on 3rd June 2016.

PARENT ELECTION NOTICEDARGAVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOLBOARD OF TRUSTEE’S ELECTION

Putting Northland first

www.nrc.govt.nz

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SPRAYFrom 2 May 2016 to 31 May 2016, contractors employed by the Northland Regional Council will be carrying out spraying of Manchurian Wild Rice using Agpro 100 Haloxyfop and Agpro Crop oil on infestations along the Kaihu River banks.

Any enquiries should be directed to Northland Regional Council on 0800 002 004.

Te Kaunihera A Rohe O Te Taitokerau








MaungaturotoPrimary School

Board of Trustees Election

Northern Wairoa Country Music Club Inc

40TH JUBILEEQueen’s Birthday

Weekend

Friday 3rd June 2016 to Sunday 5th June 2016 Held at the Dargaville Rugby Club,

Murdoch Street, Dargaville.

Tickets available at:

The Noise Co, Victoria St Dargaville

Cicada Music Shop, Victoria St Dargaville.

Contact Ken Foster 09 439 8046

Pouto Waikaretu Marae AGMMay 21st 2016Start @ 10am

AGM Minutes 2015Chairmans ReportFinancial Report

Election of TrusteesGeneral Business

[email protected]

ARANGA PRIMARY SCHOOLBOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTION

Nominations are invited for the election of five parent representatives to the Board of Trustees.A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be posted to all eligible voters.You can nominate another person to stand as a candidate, or you can nominate yourself. (make sure you sign both parts of the form).Additional nomination forms can obtained from the school office.Nominations close at noon on Friday 20th May 2016, and may be accompanied by signed candidates’ statements. The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.There will also be a list of candidates‘ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school.Louise Pocklington Returning Officer

NWMRSAAn extraordinary general meeting will be

held at the clubrooms on Hokianga Road on Friday 6th May commencing at 13:30 hrs.

Only current financial members and honorary life members and honorary members are

allowed to be present.The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the financial situation of the club, no other

matters will be on the agenda.President: John McLean

Nominations are invited for the election of three parent representatives to the board of trustees.


You can nominate another person to stand as a candidate, or you can nominate yourself (make sure you sign both parts of the form).


Nominations close at noon on Friday 20th May 2016 and may be accompanied by signed candidates’ statements



Voting closes at noon on Friday 3rd June 2016.

Signed: Dianne McCracken Returning Officer

TINOPAI SCHOOLBoard of Trustees Election

BADMINTONSeniors (14yrs +)

Starts Monday 18th April

7.30pm $2/night

Dargaville Town Hall (rear entrance)

Some racquets available

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Dargaville Realty LtdLicensed Agent

REAA 2008

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RACHAEL DE VRIES Mob 021 943 900WEB ID RJS3583

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MICHELLE TOMLINSON Mob 027 339 5937WEB ID RJS3664

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CRAIG CLEMENT Mob 021461668WEB ID RJS3670

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RHODA MORRISON 09-431 6912 or 0274 800 691

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RHODA MORRISON 09 431 6912 or 0274 800 691

8 DEPOT RD, PAPAROA $279,000

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FIRST HOME/RENTAL

SHEILA BOON Mob 027 498 5651WEB ID MRE1818

LINTON ROAD, WHAKAPIRAU $2,950,000+GST (if any)

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BEACHES + FARM = OPPORTUNITY

GARY MORRIS 021 902 087WEB ID MRU1831

Jono - 022 500 5035Marcel Junior - 021 504 487

Marcel Motors LTD142 Victoria Street, Dargaville

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