LIFESTYLER
January 25 2012
Kaipara
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Security success prompts camera review Security cameras installed at Dargaville’s Riverside Taha Awa gardens have proved their worth and again helped identify offenders in a recent graffiti attack, raising hopes the system could be extended in the town. The cameras were installed as part of a joint venture involving the Dargaville Gardens Trust, Kaipara District Council and the Dargaville Business Forum. As a result the forum will be raising the issue of wider CCTV coverage in Dargaville at its meeting next week. “We have had tremendous results from the trial in the gardens,” said Pat Millich. “It’s now up to the business people of the town as to whether this coverage should be extended. It is quite expensive but it has results.” The community garden has been a target for vandalism since its inception, which led to cameras being installed last November. “The cameras proved invaluable in Stunning artwork replaces graffiti at the Gordon Street reserve identifying those involved in the attack on and around the pirate ship over the New Year period,” said Dargaville of the businesses in Maungaturoto might be an affordable option.” Gardens Trust chairman, Graham Kidd. The incident has highlighted the ongoing problem with graffiti in “The children’s playground ship was damaged and large amounts some parts of the town. Recently, art has been effectively used at the of graffiti was daubed inside and outside as well as on nearby tables, Gordon Street Reserve to make a stunning change to the desolate seats and signs.” concrete wall that was previously a graffiti target. Mayor Neil Tiller agrees the cameras were effective. The Gordon Street Reserve has now been landscaped and “If the business community in Dargaville wanted to do something planted. It sports a distinctive metal sculpture running the length similar, council would be more than happy to work with them to help of the defining fence line and it has the 3D mural on a shed wall, them achieve this,” he said. bordering the reserve. “But the business community would need to pay for and take People keen to help in decorating towns in the Kaipara can contact ownership of any surveillance or security camera system. Perhaps something similar to the security camera system put in place by some Heidi Dreyer at KDC on 09 439 3123.
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Service under threat Ritchies town bus service in Dargaville was met with enthusiasm when launched in September 2011. However, due to the lack of support it means the service will have to reduce the number of runs per day from four trips to three. The bus, which follows a scheduled route, was implemented to assist people without transport to access services in the town, such as lawyer and hairdresser appointments or visits to the supermarket or chemist. One-way fares cost $5 for adults and $2 for children. In recent developments, a submission has been lodged with the Northland Regional Councils Draft Regional Public Transport Plan seeking funding per passenger from the Council. If successful, this will reduce the financial strain for some passengers and may allow them to
use the bus more frequently and create a more sustainable business for Ritchies. Ritchies management have also listened to community feedback and are now using a bus with an extra wide entry with handrails for easier access and there is plenty of room to store groceries and push chairs. Kaipara Community Health Trust has been part of a working group since 2005, looking at transport issues in Dargaville. “We’ve sat down with the taxi companies in Whangarei but they aren’t interested in coming here, as the restrictions and rules they have to comply with make a taxi service unviable,” said Kaipara Community Health Trust CEO Debbie Evans. “We fought to get dispensation for a transport passenger service and now we have one — if we lose this service, that might be it.”
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Ragtime queen coming to Dargaville She’s an award winning entertainer who can make the piano absolutely sing — an artist who has toured the world sharing her love of music — and a Kiwi music icon who has lent her talents to movie scores, concerts and festivals to the delight of audiences young and old. Jan Preston is her name and it’s one which is sure to be repeated around Dargaville and the Kaipara after February 26th — the day when the Lighthouse Function Centre in Dargaville will rock to the sound of ragtime and boogie music that’s sure to get you up out of your seat. Acclaimed New Zealand director Gaylene Preston (no coincidence — she is Jan’s sister) set the images of her movie ‘Home by Christmas’ to the sound of Jan’s compositions, but in front of an audience is where she feels most at home, having developed a reputation for stage presence and magnetism which underscore her swinging original sounds. “I have wanted to play in Dargaville for some years but the opportunity has never arisen,” says Jan. “So I am delighted to be invited in 2012 by the Dargaville Arts Association to put together a Sunday afternoon show. My husband, Mike Pullman, will be joining me on percussion. Mike and I met at Colenso high school in Napier, but he is originally from Kaitaia, so this is very close to home for him.” Boogie and ragtime music stem from the
Jan Preston — looking forward to putting on a show in Dargaville
rich musical tradition of New Orleans and the American South, and Jan’s ‘Beat out the Boogie’ show is brimful of the verve, spirit and colour of the carnival city, tempered with a uniquely Kiwi flavour.
A rewarding career For 22 years Kaurilands Skills Centre, south of Dargaville, has been providing a holistic programme for adults with intellectual disabilities, encompassing work, leisure, spiritual and whanau involvement. The centre’s staff help to ensure they provide a secure, friendly and happy environment and recently staff members have been given the opportunity to earn qualifications while they work. Kaurilands residential manager Karen Duncan said this is the first time staff have had the opportunity to study and learn while they work and the outcome will be NZQA qualifications for staff and an enhanced level of support for clients. Karen first heard about Careerforce, an industry training organisation for health, disability, and aged support, when attending a conference last year. “Our staff can work towards a National Certificate in Community Support Services, so effectively the organisation helps our staff become qualified,” said Karen. “Support workers do a great deal of work but in the past, there haven’t been a lot of qualifications which recognise this. Our staff have a huge impact on our clients’ lives. “Last year we had four people go through the first module and this year another four have started from scratch. Two staff will be moving onto the second assessment.” Kaurilands Skills Centre provides support for 16 residential clients and three vocational clients. They employ a staff of 16.
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Summer brings showtime to Paparoa In the cattle section, calf club makes a return, so the kids may want to catch their calf and start getting in the leading practise again. Ahead of the New Zealand’s nationwide changeover to digital TV, Paparoa Show will have a site promoting the available options for those still on the analogue network. There will also be cupcakes and cross-stitch, cattle roping, alpacas, the famous ‘Hobbit movie’ bullocks and a Plunket bus for mums and dads. A recently new addition to indoor exhibits is the photography section and keen photographers are encouraged to give it a go. There will also be fruits, vegetables, confectionery, pickles, preserves and flowers — particularly
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This is a series of regular articles keeping you informed of happenings on our harbour today, and from bygone days — truly the ‘Jewel of the Kaipara’.
Once upon a time in Pahi by Paul Campbell The peace of Pahi is to get an annual shake up on Anniversary weekend, when the sleepy seaside hamlet becomes a mini-city to celebrate the annual regatta, a fixture on the Kaipara calendar for 125 years. The local camping ground becomes wall-to-wall tents, caravans and house trucks for three days of harbour-side fun and games. Launch and powerboat races, kayaking contests and the spectacular $1,000 bathtub race attracts all eyes to the water, while a carnival atmosphere is in progress ashore, with side shows and a huge marquee hosting beauty contests and live music — it is party time. The local regatta committee promises plenty of fun, sport, competition and food and refreshments, to make the event as spectacular as in past years, along with good security to put the emphasis for the whole event on safety and family enjoyment. It is a far cry however, from the days when the first Europeans set foot ashore here. Pahi was a bustling camp settlement as those who arrived with the Albertlanders waited here for news of land blocks being surveyed for them in Paparoa. Those days are recorded at the Albertland Heritage Centre in Wellsford,
Action from 2011 Pahi Regatta bath tub race
with early regatta and Pahi photographs contained in the book, Images from Albertland. ‘The lovely spring of 1862 was a taste of favours to come in New Zealand’s genial climate,’ wrote Albertland contemporary, Sir Henry Brett. ‘Hence the stay at Pahi was in many ways pleasant. ‘Christmas Day, 1862 found a number of the campers still at Pahi. Maori hospitality was extended by a general invitation to Chief Manukau’s settlement at Karakanui where the newcomers were regaled on wild pig, potatoes, tea, honey etc’. The account goes on to say living at Pahi was at least cheap, ‘with the river abounding in, fish, added to which were wild pigeons, easily shot, and ducks, combined with the result of the occasional pig hunt. ‘Maori often visited Pahi with corn, kumaras and fish to sell . . . a commencement was
made to keeping poultry as a nucleus of future farmyards’. The account goes on to list settler’s names — names which still pepper the local telephone book in 2012. ‘The only settler to remain at Pahi after the land sale was Mr George Haines Snr, who subsequently opened a store at the township and was later appointed post master there. ‘On the Pahi River were six pioneers, Messrs Barton, Copley, Cockayne, Sheaf, Haynes and Henry Little . . . Messrs G Tibbets, R Fenwick, Busby and Bullen took up neighbouring holdings to the Paparoa valley settlers. Mr Martin also came and settled on the Paparoa River’. While the shades of those early settlers may (or may not!) witness today’s fun and games of the Pahi Regatta, one thing is certain — there will be many pioneer family descendent’s once again gathered under canvas at Pahi.
Images from Albertland William Harold Marsh, farmer, father, early Albertlander and adventurous photographer captured a time of enchantment, when life was lived at a slower pace and governed by a different set of values, priorities and ambitions.
This landmark commemorative book by Paul Campbell tells the story of the Albertlanders’ arrival and settling of the Kaipara area, and features many of Harold Marsh’s photographs that have been painstakingly restored.
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Anniversary Weekend — What’s on Fun and Games at Pahi
Baylys Beach Bonanza is Back
The emphasis at Pahi’s 125th annual regatta will be family fun, sport and entertainment. On the harbour, launch, power-boat and kayak races will make a return as will Sunday’s iconic bathtub races. On the shore, people can enjoy the familiar sideshows, stalls and music in the marquee from 7.30am on Saturday morning.
Baylys Beach Bonanza has been strategically brought forward for 2012 but promises to offer up the same fun as in years gone by. The family beach day is reminiscent of the beach carnivals of yesteryear, complete with eggand-spoon and sack races. Beach volleyball makes a popular return and the surf carnival is also back on the afternoon agenda.
Founded in the 19th century, the Pahi Regatta once attracted steamers from Helensville packed with Auckland dwellers keen to take part in the greasy pole competitions, horse swimming races and other longsince abandoned events.
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Petrolhead Heaven at Annual 2-Day Meet Dargaville Production Stockcar Club is also preparing for another influx of eager enthusiasts. For more than a decade, their annual Anniversary Weekend 2-Day Meet has attracted people — and vehicles — from Rotorua to Kaeo and beyond. Dargaville Speedway’s excellent facilities are located at Finnlayson Park, Dargaville, or for further information see http://www.freewebs.com/dargavillespeedway/, check out their facebook page or talk to club treasurer Bevin White on 09 439 6253 or club captain Aaran Johnston on 021 595 525.
Kellys Bay Day for Bowhunters The Kaipara Saltwater Classic is all go again for the fourth year running. The Kellys Bay fishing competition is all about bow and arrows and attracts members of the New Zealand Bowhunter Society from near and far. In 2011, twenty-three competitors vied for the junior and senior shields, by way of either boat or wading through the shallow waters. Organiser Leith McKenzie can be contacted for more information on 09 439 1620 or 027 276 4470.
Kauri Coast Community Swimming Pool is the placed to be on a long hot evening in summer — every Saturday the popular local pool is open for 7 to 16 year olds for Kids/Zone — two hours of energetic and crazy fun in and around the water. With activities like raft racing (build your own raft first and hope that it lasts the distance!), a slippery slide, kayaking, and in-pool volleyball, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. And the best part is that you can beat the heat, with all of these fun games and activities taking place right in the cool and shade of the community pool complex. From 6 to 8 pm every Saturday you’ll find a world of aquatic fun at the Kauri Coast community Swimming Pool — the perfect way to end a hot summer’s day with a splash.
A world of flavour and fun at the Aratapu The Aratapu tavern has become a famous local landmark under the care of owners Richard and Donice Morris — a venue for good times, good music and celebration. The historic old tavern has earned a new lease of life as Donice, Richard and their staff have transformed its image and revitalised the grand old building for the 21st century.
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And while a warm welcome and cold drink or two are the hallmarks of the Aratapu Tavern, there’s something else which the popular local is becoming famous for — a menu bursting with interesting flavours.
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Donice originally hails from the state of Sherrene Walters, Donice Morris and Karla Olsen Texas, perhaps the most well known part of bring you a menu full of flavour at the Aratapu Tavern the southwest United States. And while it’s accompanied by a cold beer or a glass of the a long way from the Kaipara, both places share tavern’s own proprietary brand of wine. a common culinary history of bold flavours, big Another firm favourite is the Aratapu generous helpings and uncompromising quality. Tavern’s range of pizzas, made with the best Just like the famous cowboys of the Lone Star local ingredients and lashings of cheese — State, Kiwis have a love of prime cuts of meat just like they should be! Donice reckons that — and you’ll find them in a variety of dishes these are the best pizzas in the Kaipara, at the Aratapu, including mouthwatering ribs marinated for a full 24 hours in a secret sauce, and one look at the generous toppings (like succulent lamb shanks and big hearty roasts sizzling hot sausage made right here in with all the trimmings. This is the kind of food Dargaville) is enough to convince the most which really satisfies after a hard day’s work, demanding gourmet!
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Hunting and fishing show Kaipara Paws and Claws adoption Rifle enthusiasts, hunters, fishing fanatics and more — this is your weekend. Converge at the Kaipara Community Centre, opposite the Dargaville Town Hall, for the third annual Dargaville Hunting, Shooting and Fishing Show. It promises to be spectacular. The day of guns and ammo, experts and amateurs, fishing supplies and demos, was initiated by three often overlapping clubs; Dargaville Pistol Club, Dargaville Rifle Club and the Dargaville Firearms & Militaria Collectors Club. In addition to local sports retailers and organisations, a number of exhibitors from out of town will also be displaying a range of products, alongside private stall holders. “The Sporting Shooters Association of NZ hold a Hunting, Shooting and Fishing Show in Whangarei every June, so we thought we’d do something similar over here,” said Dargaville Pistol Club president, A.J. O’Neil.
Puss Puss is being looked after by the newly settled Kaipara Paws and Claws, who have based themselves at the old veterinary clinic on Murdoch Street opposite Dargaville’s rugby grounds. Puss Puss has been with the animal welfare agency for about three months and is urgently seeking a new home. Puss Puss would like a home with no other pets — but she very readily gives cuddles on demand. Kaipara Paws and Claws is run by volunteers and contributions are always welcome, whether they be monetary or otherwise. Please contact Marni Berghan for more information on 021 439 721 or call into the old veterinary clinic during weekday business hours. Animals available for adoption will be featured in the Kaipara Lifestyler every fortnight.
“We have three clubs in Dargaville — the pistol, rifle and firearms and militia clubs — which overlap and a lot of our members are in two or three. We started the show together for two main reasons, fundraising and to try and get more members for the three clubs.
The show will be open to the public from 9.30am until 3.00pm. Admission is $2.00 and accompanied children under 12 are free.
Extracts Albertland Gazette
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ire — On Monday evening a fire occurred on the premises of Mr E.Blackburn, supposed to have arisen from embers catching the chimney. They escaped safe in person but were unable to save anything but a box and a bed. Neighbours have since built them a new whare.
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heat — on Friday, Dec 18, Edger & Co. commenced cutting a beautiful field of wheat on the Co-operative farm.
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he cutter Advance... arriving at Port Albert. 18 packages personal effects — Turner; E Marcroft 10; Buckton 1; Goodfellow 2; Tibbets 4; Fenwick 30; and 10cwt flour; Gittos 2pgs.
“There will be a couple of national associations present, SSANZ and COLFO, with a small display, the rifle and pistol clubs with have a table and this year we’ll be showing a DVD issued by Pistol New Zealand, which all pistol shooters have to be affiliated with. We’ll also be holding a shooting competition in the basement using air pistols.” Visitors to the show will have the opportunity to view and buy hunting and fishing gear as well as antique and collectable firearms and accoutrements. The Dargaville show will have something for everyone with an interest in fishing, hunting and shooting and the chance of scoring a bargain.
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hree additional houses have commenced in December, viz Messrs Inger, Prictor and Bradbury.
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team at Port Albert. We are happy to state that Nicholson & Co’s steam sawmill commenced work on Nov 24. We trust it is destined to achieve a great success, and that, ere long, will furnish an important item of export.
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Tim Guy to rock the Funky Fish With a live show that is breezy and nostalgic, characterised by skilful instrumental restraint and gentle sailing melodies, Tim Guy will play The Funky Fish on Sunday January 29th from 2pm. A true drifter, with strong foundations across Eastern Australia, Papua New Guinea and more recently New Zealand, he will visit Northland telling stories through melody and a craftsman’s way with words. Tim’s previous albums include 2004’s alt-country release Blazey, and 2007’s low-fi gem Hummabyes, which were both received to high acclaim throughout NZ, and featured many prominent guest musicians. Open every day from 11am till late Visit us on Facebook
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The much celebrated radio-friendly album Big World was released in 2010 and accompanied by a multi-city European tour. As a featured artist at WOMAD 2008 in New Zealand, Tim has firmly established himself as a critic and crowd favourite. Now this internationally recognised sensation is heading our way for a must-see show at Bayly’s Beach, in the convivial garden courtyard of the Funky Fish. Expect a laid-back afternoon of melodies and music, blending into an evening of great food and wine as the sun sets over the picture-perfect west coast!
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Dear editor, I think D. Morgan of Dargaville is sadly out of touch with KDC’s debt situation. The pool fiasco is nothing! Council has a debt of over $60 million for the unwanted, unwarranted Mangawhai Sewerage Scheme, which I believe has recently been valued at well under $40 million. Council total debt, after the latest borrowings is now close to, if not just over $90 million! KDC has no proposals in place to repay this money, and is currently borrowing just to service the debt. There’ll be even bigger rate rises still to come.
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Education in the Kaipara Embrace new technology in 2012 For the last 12 years SeniorNet Dargaville have been bringing the world of technology and the internet to a sector of our community who have seen a lot of change during their lifetimes. With hundreds of over-55 year olds enjoying the social aspect as well as the educational advantages of SeniorNet, this year the committee who administer our local branch of the world-wide federation are planning on introducing new courses to meet demand. Around 80 new members are expected to join up for 2012, learning all about Skype, video conferencing, web surfing, digital photography and more. This year cutting edge tech like iPads and Tablet PCs are on the menu, as SeniorNet stay on the crest of the technological knowledge wave. These days there’s just so much that the world of technology can offer, and SeniorNet make learning all about it a fun, social and stress free experience. Those who have learned the ropes in previous years often go on to become tutors themselves, donating their time to pass on a love and understanding of the digital advancements that make the 21st century so exciting. With support from Telstra Clear, SeniorNet Dargaville are preparing for a landmark year. If your resolution this year is to learn and grow, or just to master something new, then come along for a cuppa and a chat and find out just how easy it is to become an IT master!
Learn to fly with your local aero club Flying is one of humankind’s greatest technological achievements, and now the thrill of controlling an aeroplane in the air is within reach of everyone — with the help of Dargaville Aero Club. With safety first and foremost long standing Aero Club member Murray Foster is confident that it’s safer to take to the skies in a modern plane than it is to drive a car, and it’s certainly far more exciting. Student pilots flying out of Dargaville (and there are 18 currently in training, at various stages of experience) can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the coast and the harbour from a unique vantage point, at the controls of one of the Club’s two Italian-made training aircraft.
Men and women of all ages take up the challenge and learn the joy of flying with Dargaville Aero Club, and it’s by no means as difficult as many would assume. For recreational pilots the ‘nuts and bolts’ of theory and instruction come free of charge, with the only cost being the rental of an aeroplane for a small $120 per hour. For more serious pilots, training is available toward a commercial licence, opening up new career opportunities. If you’ve always dreamed of flying, or watched aircraft pass overhead and wondered what it was like to command such graceful and powerful machines, now’s the time to give it a go!
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• Learn to fly at Dargaville • New training aircraft with fully qualified instructor • AIRCRAFT HIRE 7 days a week www.goflying.co.nz • the.workhouse@xtra.co.nz Ph: Murray Foster 09 439 8984 or 027 478 4308 • CLUB HOUSE 09 439 8024 Club-day Saturday come down and talk to us 73 Hoanga Road
SeniorNet Dargaville Inc
Open Day – Open Day
You are invited for a cuppa and a chat 1.00pm Monday 20th February at SeniorNet Learning Centre, Dairy Co. Complex, Liverpool Street, Dargaville Browse the Centre, talk to our team of voluntary tutors. Check out our Windows 7 computers with Microsoft Office 2010 installed. If you have a laptop, bring it along for our technical team to check it over. Membership for 2012 is now due. Book your courses with Dot or Heather. For more information ring: Dot 439 1711 or Heather 439 445
Images from Albertland A rare opportunity to purchase a signed, numbered and recorded, collectors’ edition of an outstanding New Zealand publication Order now on our website or by phone, email or by post Phone 09 439 6933 Postal address: P.O. Box 474 Dargaville Email info@echopublishing.co.nz www.echopublishing.co.nz
The committee for Senior Net get ready for a big year in 2012
4 SERIOUS PETROL HEADS NEW!! The ‘Certificate in Employment Skills – Automotive’ A free, full time, full year course.
Uniform specialists for all groups and individuals Bethells Uniforms Ltd The Strand on Vine Whangarei Ph/Fax 09-438 6566 info@bethellsuniforms.co.nz www.bethellsuniforms.co.nz
Spend half the week in the classroom and half in the industry with hands-on work experience. Learn the skills you need for the industry, gain a National Certificate, your NCEA L1 and credits towards your apprenticeship requirements. If you’re serious about an automotive career, between 15 and 18 years old, male or female CALL Lynn NOW for a course outline and enrolment pack.
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Education in the Kaipara NorthTec is the place you want to be in 2012 Northland’s largest tertiary institution is to open an exciting new Arts Centre that has everything a student needs and could want to create and build up a portfolio. The Arts Centre will contain state-of-the-art facilities for learning and practical development across all the qualifications offered under the Arts Directorate. NorthTec Arts and Maori Arts Programme Leader, Kura Te Waru-Rewiri believes the Arts Centre will become the heart of the Raumanga campus in Whangarei. The Arts Centre includes the brand new Geoff Wilson Arts Gallery that was opened late last year and will provide students and the Northland arts community an outlet to celebrate and explore art in all its different forms and the opportunities these bring.
The new Arts Centre will be fully occupied for the commencement of the new academic year that starts on 13 February. NorthTec is also offering out at Pouto for the first time, and again in Kawakawa its Certificate in Elementary Construction (Level 2). This is a 20week intensive introductory course that prepares students with the essential skills needed to enable one to work on any construction site. With talk that the rebuild in Christchurch is about to get underway soon, if it has not already, there has never been a better time to enter the construction trade. With shortages of skilled trades people predicted now is the time to make a decision that will be rewarding. At NorthTec’s trades training facility Future
Join us at NorthTec in 2012
Tou iwi, tou wananga • Your people, your place
Programmes on offer for 2012 include: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Agriculture Applied Environmental Science Architectural Technology Beauty Therapy Business Management Construction Computing e-Learning English Language Fashion Design Foundation Studies Health and Safety Hospitality and Cookery Hunting and Pest Control Mäori Art and Design Mechanical Engineering Nursing Sport and Recreation Te Reo Travel and Tourism
• Applied Arts and Photography • Applied Writing • Automotive Engineering • Boatbuilding • Business Admin & Computing • Civil Engineering • Digital Multimedia • Electrical Engineering • Environmental Management • Forestry • Hairdressing • Horticulture • Hospitality Management • Legal Executive • Marine Cabinet Making • Mental Health and Addictions • Social Services • Sustainable Rural Development • Tertiary Teaching • Video and Electronic Media
Freephone 0800 162 100 For more detailed information visit:
www.northtec.ac.nz Refer to our website for Terms and Conditions
“Inspiring tutors” “Great facilities”
“Awesome courses”
The spacious new Geoff Wilson Arts Gallery that was opened late last year is an important part of the new Arts Centre which gives students and the arts community in Northland opportunities to explore societal attitudes to all kinds of different forms of art
Trades in Dyer St Whangarei, you can also choose to study the Certificate in Composite Boatbuilding and/or Marine Cabinetmaking. Last year, students on both these courses worked on practical hands-on projects that included the first fibreglass Maori waka to be built at Future Trades in partnership with Māori Tours Whangarei. For those with a desire to develop knowledge and base skills to be able to work in the growing Marine and Eco-tourism industry there is the year-long Certificate in Marine Adventure and Eco-tourism offered at the beautiful Bay of Islands at NorthTec’s campus in Kerikeri. On this course, there is a lot of fun to be had. However, the course does also have a serious side to it and gets students prepared to work in a range of different areas in the eco-tourism industry, while also providing the opportunity for students to obtain added qualifications that is looked upon favourably within the industry. For further information on any of these NorthTec courses or others go to www.northtec.ac.nz.
FREE Health Checks for 4 year old tamariki
If your child is four and you live in Northland please contact us to make an appointment for a complete health check B4 School Check Include: • A general health questionnaire • A check of your childs vision, hearing, teeth and gums, height and weight. • A check of your childs wellbeing and preparedness for school. • An opportunity to discuss aspects of your childs health with a registered nurse.
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Education in the Kaipara B4 School Checks for healthy kids It’s off to school soon for Northland’s newest five year olds, who will be entering the classroom for the first time. Judy McHardy, Northland’s B4 School Check coordinator from Manaia health primary health organisation says going to school is a huge milestone in a child’s life so it is important they arrive in peak health and ready to learn. “If a child can’t see or hear as well as they should or has an undetected health condition, this can hinder their ability to learn.” Judy urges parents to take advantage of the free B4 School Check offered to all four-year-olds. The B4 School Check, the last of the eight core Well Child checks, was introduced in 2008 with the aim of detecting and addressing any health or development issues before children go to school. Some Northland children have been found to need glasses; others have had grommets fitted so they can hear better and a number have been referred for extra help with things like language development. Judy says addressing these issues can be life-changing for the children and their parents, some of whom weren’t aware there was a problem. “And children having a check will receive a free The WotWots colouring in, activity or board book and a sticker — another good reason to go along!” The B4 School Checks are available free to every four-year-old. The assessment takes about 45 minutes and covers a wide range of health areas. If any concerns are identified children can be referred to a doctor, specialist, such as a paediatrician, speech language therapist, psychologist or dentist. Parents or caregivers of children turning four usually receive an invitation for their child to attend a check. Parents who don’t should contact 0800 24 24 325
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Kaiwaka welcomes worldclass early childhood centre Award-winning early childhood education centre Small Poppies has opened a brand new location in Kaiwaka, bringing world class care and interactive education to the smallest residents of the growing Kaipara community. When Graeme and Patricia Walker and John and Natasha Lee opened their flagship Ruakaka centre in 2007 they did so with the vision of creating a ‘home away from home’ for the children in their care — a place where fun, learning, discovery and adventure could all take place in safe and friendly surroundings. Their phenomenal success has come from sticking to this vision, The new, custom built Small Poppies centre in Kaiwaka and there are many families who Natasha tells parents that the bright new can attest that the Small Poppies team have a winning formula. building is just the beginning — Small Poppies The new, custom built centre in Kaiwaka have the best staff (with four qualified early features facilities for children from zero to childhood educators on board in Kaiwaka), school age, including air conditioned play areas, provide nutritious meals, and most importantly a nap room, computer area, wide-open outdoor they have a real passion for what they do spaces, a sand pit, work benches and of course — helping little New Zealanders grow up smart, happy and healthy with the best a big play area full of educational toys. Designed with kids in mind, it’s full of possible start. innovative features to make little people feel right at home, all built with the philosophy that exceptional education needs an exceptional space.
After all, children begin their life long journey of learning from day one, and there’s no better place to foster a love of discovery than in a safe yet challenging environment.
“Something for everyone”
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Our qualified tutors offer a learning plan appropriate to your needs Courses • Cooking on a budget • Digital Literacy/Computing • Pre-employment Skills
Groups • Learner Licence – car • Open Polytechnic – Get Ahead Start Programme • NCEA Level 1 – English, Maths, Science • Te Reo Maori – Beginners (karakia, himene, pepeha, tikonga, etc)
Drop into our office
22 Gladstone Street (corner of Gladstone/Normanby Streets), Dargaville Ph 09 439 1001 – 0800 555 635
Small Poppies is a privately owned Early Childhood Education Centre specialising in the care and education of children from zero to school age. MISSION STATEMENT Small Poppies cares for, develops and supports the tall poppies of the future, through an educational, inviting, challenging and fun homely environment where tamariki feel safe and have all their needs responded to. Tamariki are regarded as capable and confident in their own abilities and learning and are encouraged to access situations, the risks and possible consequences. Each tamariki is treated with dignity and respect within a consistent yet flexible routine that acknowledges diversity of culture and beliefs
Ruakaka
• We offer a “Getting Ready for School” programme • Small Poppies Ruakaka have been operating for 4 years • Offer age appropriate areas for children • Encourage challenge, risk taking • Family orientated • Close relationship and great rapport with local schools and new entrant teachers • Value parent / community feedback • Run child orientated projects • We provide meals and have the Healthy Heart Award
Kaiwaka
7:30am–5pm 17 Marsden Point Road
8 Kaiwaka–Mangawhai Road
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Phone 09 432 7396
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Summer Style Style Conscious in the Kaipara this summer It’s a great time of year to revitalise your home and your wardrobe — the summer months bring with them a breeze of change that ushers in new looks in both fashion and interior design
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Around the Kaipara we’re privileged to have the services of some very style conscious professionals on hand in all areas of contemporary fashion and furniture, shoes, interiors and more — cosmopolitan living without the hustle and stress of the big city. In fact, we’re well represented in all aspects of style, with everything from the architectural design of our homes to the way we wear our hair, kept up to the minute by magazines and the omnipresent internet. This summer is all about wide open spaces, casual living and bright colours — vivid feature walls hung with local artwork, bathrooms in cool white with sheer glass and paua shell inlay, blond wood and chrome accents for furniture and a sleek, thin look to electronics pioneered by the late Steve Jobs, Apple guru and godfather of the iPad. Fashion embraces a retro feel, but it’s not all about one decade . . . labels This beautiful art quilt featuring native NZ creatures was designed and completed who not so long ago were strip-mining by hand by local artist June Horobin, with supplies from Country Dawn quilting the influences of the 1980s have begun to pick and choose cuts and colours from the 70s beeping, blocky cool of yesteryear’s video games, and an ironic hipster (such as oversized Ts and ¾ pants), the 50s and sense of time and pop culture coming through in skewed and re-branded even the first blush of grunge in the 1990s. Look advertising from your younger days. out for an upsurge of 8-bit chic, celebrating the We’re becoming more self-referencing, but more localised as well —
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50 Normanby St, Dargaville Call 09 439 8868
DREAMS Gifts & Home Decor
OUR NEW Store is now open an exquisite collection of fine gifts, homeware & furniture, situated in the heart of Maungaturoto
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Custom made designer curtains to suit the decor of your home
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Summer Style and there’s nothing that says local like art, jewellery and clothing made right here in the Kaipara. Muddy Waters Gallery have a vast range of unique pieces which you just won’t find in Ponsonby or Parnell, and in this case it’s their loss! Elsewhere in the Kaipara your fashion and design professionals have prepared a selection of goodies for your perusal and stand ready to give a big visual upgrade to your wardrobe and your home! Right now Walden’s Shoes are having a big summer sale — the perfect place to pick up those vital finishing touches to your wardrobe. Casual and fun styles are in store now with some hot bargains to be snapped up by those who get there first! For a long hot summer enjoying the surf and the outdoors, all the big brands are at Jon Matich Surfwear . . . from cool casual wear to streetwise designer styles and more this is your one stop shop. B’arch Wear have you covered for the funkiest headgear this summer — keep the rays off with one of their selection of snap-back caps, wrap on some shades, and stay cool with a wide selection of Boom clothing. With your wardrobe sorted for summer, it’s time to look at your home. A dated interior can be transformed with a little help from your local professionals, and there’s no better time than the warmer months to truly personalise where you live. Stunning designer curtains from Dargaville Sewing and Curtain Centre frame your view to perfection in a wide range of patterns and luxury fabrics. Mix and match with the most sumptuous of wool carpets and hard wearing vinyls from Flooring Xtra and you’ve got a winning combination! To finish the transformation of your home, it’s time to spruce up your bathroom with elegant fittings and creative, functional tiling from your Plumbing and Heating Centre — they’ve got the expertise to turn the most utilitarian bathroom into a showpiece! With all of this hard work completed, you’ll be at the very forefront of style and fashion this summer. Time, then, to relax . . . and there’s no way to relax with more sophistication and comfort than with a Stress Free recliner from Fosters Home Decorating. It’s just one of the stunning pieces of modern furniture available in their big Dargaville Showroom.
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Style to match your personality what occasion. Buy the Way is packed to bursting with eclectic accessories, bold vivid patterns, bright colours and the elegant lines of designer clothing from New Zealand and around the world. That’s not all, though — what keeps the style conscious of the Kaipara coming back is Bianca’s eye for detail and her ability to help create Bianca, Buy the Way’s more than just an outfit — a resident style consultant (and wardrobe — or an entire new proud owner!) knows that it Bianca from Buy the Way look. It’s the ability to match can be hard to put together stunning ensembles while balancing what’s glamour and style to the individual, eschewing fashionable this season, what suits your figure the constraints of labels (and the astronomical and your personality, and the all important prices they sometimes command) in favour of budget. But with years of fashion experience what really suits you. It’s absolutely true what they say — you never look better than when you’re really being yourself! This is true no matter what the occasion, from the most formal wedding to just relaxing with friends, but it’s a lesson of style which is sometimes forgotten in the hunt for exclusive labels or so-called ‘bargains’.
to draw upon and a range of exquisite pieces from the world’s top design houses, Bianca has developed a reputation for making her customers look and feel great! That means both chic and comfortable, no matter what time of day, time of year, or
There’s no time like the present to see for yourself — stop by and pay Bianca a visit in Kaiwaka and revitalise your look for the summer. You’ll love the personal boutique service — almost as much as you’ll love your new, radiant style!
Buy The Way 1956 SH1, Kaiwaka | Ph 09 431 2884 From couture to classic casual, Bianca from Buy The Way will design a style to suit your personality, with beautiful pieces and accessories from the world’s top fashion houses.
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NEW Falcon XR6 All Blacks Special, luxury pack trim, dual zone a/c, leather, premium audio, limited edition All Black decals. SAVE $10,000 ...................................................................... $46,990 NEW territory 2.7TD Titanium AWD 6 speed auto, GPS, rear DVD, 7 seater, dual climate A/C, leather trim, reverse camera and sensors, choice of colour .............................$49,990–$69,990 11 Mondeo 2.0 TD Zetec auto, very low k’s, driven by co-director. Huge savings................. $41,990 11 Falcon FG XT, painted edge, pre-registered, driveaway ......................................................$39,990 11 Falcon FG XT, stunning in new colour (havana), towbar, m/f etc, save $12,285 on recommended retail price, drive away - only 3000kms............................. $37,990 11 Fiesta 1.6TD manual, highlight silver, 20,000km, FREE RUC, mudflaps fitted, preregistered........................................................................................................ $26,162 11 Fiesta AB35 manual, Mountune performance kit, 104kw of power, body kit, spoilers, leather trim, personalised number plate AB35YP (Only 35 built) ........................$35,990 10 holden caPtiva LX 3.2 AWD, 7 seater, leather trim, t/bar, sunroof, etc......................$39,990 10 Falcon FG XR6, great value and very tidy, 50,000km, painted Silver..............................$31,990 08 hyundi santa Fe Elite 2.2 diesel, 7 seater, leather, 1 owner, 79,000km, new tyres, painted burgundy ....................................................................................................... $37,990 08 Focus 2.0 auto, 1 owner, 53,000km, painted kelp green ................................................... $18,990 07 territory Ghia AWD SY, 7 seater, 1 owner, towbar, roof rack, etc ..................................$32,500 07 (Dec) Mondeo 2.3 Zetec auto, 1 very good owner, 65,000km, very nice in panther black .............................................................................................................$23,990 06 Mondeo 2.0 sedan auto, only 52,000km, awesome condition ........................................$15,990 03 Focus 2.0 Zetec manual, 94,000km, looks and drives great ............................................ $10,990 03 nissan liBerty 2.0 auto, 7 seater, 2 sunroofs, versatile................................................... $9,990 02 FairMont AU111 Ghia V8, these are hard to find, painted white, leather trim ................ $9,990 01 Mondeo 2.0 Zetec manual, 2 good owners, 75,000km ........................................................ $6,990 99 laser 1.8 GLXi auto hatchback, very tidy, only 123,000km ................................................. $8,990 98 MaZda caPella 2.5 auto wagon, alloy wheels, CD stacker, nice condition .................. $5,990 96 daewoo esPero 2.0 manual, genuine 61,600km, nice in burgundy.............................. $5,990
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NEW MODEL ranger XLT 2WD double cab, 6 speed, manual (only one available) ........................................................................................excl onroads $46,190 10 ranger Wildtrack 4WD, 3.0TD, auto, 1 owner, 64,100km, great value at .......................$39,990 10 holden colorado 4x4 LT Crewcab, lost of extras, 60,000km .......................... due in soon 09 ranger Wildtrack 4WD, 3.0TD, manual, 1 owner, cheapest in the north.......................$34,990 07 MaZda Bt50 Cab-Plus, 4WD Alloy Flatdeck, 2 owners (Very hard to find) ...................$22,750 06 toyota hilux 3.0TD SR5 Crewcab auto loaded with extras................................ due in soon
Ring us today. Finance subject to credit approval.
Toyota vehicles carry a worldwide reputation for reliable performance which has seen them adopted in the most far flung and inhospitable regions of the planet. Legends like the Hilux and the Landcruiser have proven their mettle from the battlefields of Libya to the icy north pole, in fact it was a Hilux which became the first ute to drive to the pole under the command of Britain’s Top Gear team of May and Clarkson. In New Zealand this deserved reputation has seen the brand endorsed by the iconic Barry Crump, and generations of Kiwis have enjoyed the hassle-free motoring afforded by the Hilux, Land Cruiser, Corolla and new additions like the Yaris and Rav4. Behind the scenes it takes a dedication and a solid mechanical knowledge to uphold Toyota’s legendary reliability standards. In Dargaville, the people Toyota trust Marcel Motors — Dargaville’s local Toyota specialists with the reputation of their brand are Marcel Motors. Modern tools and machinery make for a It’s an accolade which comes with a lot of quick turnaround time and less waiting, and you hard work, and the specialist workshops at can put your trust in the expertise of Marcel’s Marcel Motors are usually bustling with activity. mechanics, who are highly trained professionals That’s not just because Toyota is a popular local versed in all the latest automotive technology. brand — it’s also because the same level of care With an emphasis on the best parts and an and attention the Marcel Motors team give to a encyclopaedic mechanical knowledge, the team Toyota is available to all makes and models — in at Marcel Motors will make sure that your car, fact, their adjoining sales yard even features a van, ute, or truck operates as smoothly and Ford Mustang, a Chevrolet Impala and a custom reliably as their own flagship Toyota brand — a built Ford hot rod. promise you can rely on.
“Is your vehIcle ready for summer?” choose morfett auto service for your regular servicing, Wof and automotive repairs - and have a safe and hassle free summer of driving!
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Parts and service available across all models
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Cnr Parore & Normanby St, Dargaville • Phone 09 439 6377
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Kaipara Service Directory Comber & Seymour ltd
Normanby St, Dargaville Craftsmen, Plumbers, Drainlayers Sheetmetal, AND Roofing Contractors
Phone 09 439 7270 We Service The Kaipara District
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Our Systems • Low application rates • Low capital costs • Low labour input • Lower risk of compliance failure • Auto rain shut off • Auto low pressure shut off
CALL US NOW 0800 337 978 website: www.desystems.co.nz email: desystems@xtra.co.nz
Greg Newman Ph 09 439 0853 Mobile 027 258 9931 Email newman.horne@igrin.co.nz
Landscape Services & Sculpture on Commission
Floor Sanding Greg Brownie
Locally owned and operated • Engagement Portraits • Weddings • Family Portraits
Mike Collins
021 22 33 470
nzphotography@live.com www.dragonseye.co.nz
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PRINT Passionate about Print Solutions Typing * A3/A4 Laminating * Binding Photocopying * Colour Printing * Design
Jo Dawson
Phone: 021 741 750 09 423 7201 graceprint@mail.com
Les Sweeney Builders • New Housing • Commercial • Alterations • Additions
Les Ph: 0274 972 929 A/H: 09 439 7524
Maungaturoto Flooring Co • Carpet & vinyl • Residential & commercial • Floor preparation • Top quality installations • Measure & quote • Mobile service
• Floor restoration • New floors sanded and coated
• Prepwork • Concrete grinding
Phone 027 439 7565 or 439 7564
HAMMONDS Lawyers
Phone us, we’re here to help
PHONE 09 439 7099
Hokianga Rd, Dargaville • Email hammonds.law@xtra.co.nz
CONSTRUCTION LTD
Building & Civil Engineering Contractors 14 Normanby Street Ph 09 439 4700
Your Kaipara Representative Robyn Webb: 0274 395 866
Member of the NZ Master Concrete Placers Association
Phone / Fax: 09 439 7172 E: dargaville@laserelectrical.co.nz www.dargaville.laserelectrical.co.nz
For your
• Audio Visual • Domestic Wiring • Lighting Shop • Security / CCTV Systems • Heat Pumps • Refrigeration • Repairs & Maintenance • Cowshed Electrical Systems • Air Conditioning / Ventilation
Lyn’s Creations
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www.lumino.co.nz
Phone Lyn
30 Hokianga Road • Dargaville • Ph: 09 439 8170 email: hokianga road@lumino.co.nz
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Term 1 2012 Starts Tuesday 7th February
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The team at Hammonds provide the highest quality legal service and advice in all areas of law and business
UILDINGS SKYLINE B SERVICING THE KAIPARA AREA SKYLINE BUILDINGS • Cottages • Sleepouts • Garages • Carports • Garden Sheds
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CONCRETE • Driveways – Footpaths • Cowsheds & Wintering Pads • Commercial & Domestic Floors • Colour Imprinting John Vuletich: • Colour Overlay 0274 972 116
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Men of Northern Wairoa —
Raymond Gibson by Brian Eastwood
“I will tender my resignation right now.” So Councillor Raymond Gibson said as he promptly walked out of the mid-November meeting of the Dargaville Borough Council of 1936 “That clears the position,” retorted Mayor F. A. Jones. Gibson was a lawyer in town in a partnership of Gibson and Beattie and later Gibson and Buchan. He had come from a Kaikoura law firm to Dargaville in 1932 and was elected to the Borough Council in 1935. But now his acting for a client who was asking for a rebate on overdue rates upset some of the Council. Gibson was a member of the rating rules committee and deemed out of order. When he wrote to the North Auckland Times declaring that he would stand for his now vacant seat, Mayor Jones warned him by letter, ‘It will be my unpleasant duty to place before the electors of Dargaville the facts and documents relating to the unfortunate incident’. Gibson replied that he would welcome it and handed the letter to the local paper. Perhaps showing that even back then local body politics did not always go smoothly. Just one month later, ratepayers proved they were not too upset by Gibson’s actions when they re-elected him in the by-election with a whopping 347 votes out of a total of 489 voters. The popular Jones had retired in poor health and when the 1938 election came around Gibson stood for Mayor and won.
He lived in Hokianga Road, the last house on the street in 1944 except for one opposite, a few hundred metres further on. When the paperboy came to ‘Bloomsbury’, Gibson’s yellow two-storied house with the long sloping roof, his delivery was done. Gibson’s term went through all but one of the turbulent years of World War Two. They were busy times for him and for Mayoress Grace Gibson. Grace organised the patriotic fund raising dugout on National Bank corner, street appeals, knitting circles for soldiers’ extra woollen garments and raffles contributing to Northern Wairoa’s war effort. She also chaired the Women’s Patriotic Committee raising cash to pay for soldiers’ gift parcels. Fundraising grand socials and balls were held and in the middle of it all came a visit from radio’s famous Aunt Daisy. Mayor Gibson was also involved with collecting funds and had the sad duty of farewelling men heading for the battlefields. A Home Guard rifle range was built with secret assistance from Hobson County Council. In spite of the war Gibson presided over Northern Wairoa local bodies to push for an airport and a hospital in Dargaville. In 1941 the railway was extended from Tangowahine right into town. There was a town sewerage system being built,
some flood control planning and major efforts to lay down new footpaths and improve existing paths. In spare time Gibson was a devoted lay reader at the Anglican Church, played bowls and tennis, went fishing and was a member of Masonic Lodge. When he retired his business partner Douglas Buchan joined a local firm to be named Worsley, Hammond, Buchan and Jackson. It eventually became Hammonds. Hammonds are still in town and Gibson’s house still stands in Hokianga Road.
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