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Italy’s Apaune Alps

ISSUE No153 - 2010

OCTOBER

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New Zealand walks

Warkworth walks worth doing New Zealand walk;

K2K - from country to coast New Zealand walk:

The Abel Tasman Coast Walk Event:

Gabriel’s Gully - a winter wonderland Te Araroa Trail

From Mercer to Huntly

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Work starts on Far North Rail Trail corridor NZ $6.90 inc GST

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CONTENTS Issue No 153 - 2010

4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: The Abel Tasman Coast Walk 9 New Zealand event: Te Awamutu group celebrates 20 years 9 Readers views: 10 New Zealand walks: Warkworth Walks 2010 walks worth doing 12 High achiever: I bought great new shoes 13 Motivation: The danger zone 14 Event: A winter wonderland 16 New Zealand walk: From Huntly to Mercer 18 New Zealand walk: K2K - from country to coast 25 Event: Historic tunnel takes trekkers back in time 21 Digital Photo Contest winners 22 Overseas walk: Railway Reserves Heritage Trail 26 Event: Pegasus group celebrates 30 years 27 Event: Mid distance event welcome in Onehunga Half Marathon 28 Te Araroa Trail: Funds help Southland trail extension 30 Overseas walks: Italy’s Apaune Alps 36 Health: From sweet toothed lump to sword fighter 38 Event: Manawatu Striders events 40 Window on Waitakere: AUTC hut popular with groups 36 Podiatry: Forefoot pain - what’s that?

42 Index over previous 14 issues 43 Weather forecast for October 44 New Zealand coming events 47 Overseas coming events 49 Nordic Walking: Events 50 Event: Coastal challenge 51 Overseas walks and tours 52 There’s a walking group near you 56 Great Country Breaks 59 100th marathon for Hutt Valley woman 60 Need help to get active?

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Walk talk There is more to walking in Austria!

The romantic mountain villages of the region of Bludenz, Vorarlberg, Austria are an insider tip for active holidaymakers, nature lovers and especially families.

Hiking, golfing, mountain biking – all these activities are on offer in the Alpen region Bludenz. But why not trying archery, one of the oldest sports?

The region is well known for the archery sport. Enjoy this traditional sport on different 3D courses. There are also special courses for beginners and if you enjoy wandering around try the new “Archery Walk”.

British coastline long walk In Britain, 24 year old Nathaniel Severs is aiming to walk the entire coastline of mainland Britain (7,000 miles) which is over 10,000 kilometres for three charities.

You can follow his progress on his blog which is entertaining stuff.

In July he was on the west coast of the Scottish Highlands, currently having fun with midges.

Walking NZ prize winners The winners of the this month’s Walking New Zealand promotion are: Card Pedometer - Glen Moser, Green Bay, Auckland and a six month subscription extension to Walking New Zealand magazine - Karen Arnold, Morrinsville.

Congratulations to the winners.

Bike and Roll Alexandria, located in Old Town Alexandria, USA, now offers guided historic old town bike tours of the area.

Bikers can visit and see the history of this important river town with a three- hour guided bike ride.

Settled in 1695, Alexandria lies just across the river from Wasshington DC. Along with its many boutique shops and excellent restaurants, Alexandria is noted for its many historic sites.

Among other “gems” within the heart of Old Town, the guided tour takes in sites frequented by George Washington, Robert E. Lee, and Thomas Jefferson including Christ Church, Gadsby’s Tavern, and the George Washington Masonic Memorial.

The tour weaves through the historic town centre that has been designated a ‘bicycle friendly community’ by the League of American Cyclists.

The route goes along the scenic Mount Vernon Trail on the shores of the Potomac River. A guide highlights the importance that Old Town Alexandria has had in American history from settlement to modern day. The Historic Old Town Tour is a moderate level ride and is recommended for those 13 years or above.

Advance reservations for the Historic Old Town bike tour are strongly recommended and can be made online at www.bikethesites.com.

SPARC calls for adventurers to come forward Adventurers are being encouraged to turn their dreams into reality by applying for grants under the Hillary Expeditions initiative run by Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC).

Chief executive Peter Miskimmin said today adventurous Kiwis planning challenging outdoor expeditions could now apply for funding. Up to $100,000 is available through Hillary Expedition Grants, which are made available every two years.

"New Zealand is known as a nation of great adventurers, like Sir Edmund Hillary, whose name is honoured by this initiative. Our Kiwi adventurers have a pioneering spirit like no other. They inspire other New Zealanders with their extraordinary feats. This is an opportunity for Kiwis who have always nurtured a desire to achieve something special in the great outdoors to make it happen," Miskimmin said.

Expeditions funded in the past have involved extreme adventures and have included world firsts.

For instance, Hillary Expeditions have included attempts at crossing the Greenland ice cap, a successful first ascent of Karim Sar in the Batura region of northern Pakistan, success while big wall rock climbing in the Karakorum ranges of Pakistan, new routes on peaks in Antarctica, extreme river trips, and this year’s discovery and exploration of New Zealand’s first 1000m deep cave.

Miskimmin said outdoor adventurers pushed themselves beyond their limits in extreme environments to achieve their goals.

To qualify for a grant, expeditions have to include any one, or a combination, of outdoor activities such as tramping, mountaineering, rock climbing, cross-country skiing, white water and/or sea kayaking, mountain biking, and sailing.

Criteria and application forms are available on SPARC’s website at http://www.sparc.org.nz/ennz/recreation/Hillary-Expedition/.

Applications close 15 October 2010 and successful applicants will be announced in December 2010.

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125 years at North Head The Department of Conservation is to celebrate the 125th anniversary at North Head Historic Reser ve, Auckland on 19 September from 9am - 4pm..

North Head’s famous disappearing gun will be fired at 2.50pm.

A range of other activities will be available including historic tours of the tunnels and North Head area and a children’s discovery trail.

Free entr y, gold coin donation appreciated for guided tours.

There will be plenty to do, even if it’s wet.

Further information at www.conser vationweek. org.nz. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

Fancy walking 230km!

New Zealander Gerald Manderson finished 5th under rentless conditions in a 48 hour walk recently.

Gerald competed in the Australian 48 Hour Track Championships at Caboolture in Queensland, Australia over a 500m gravel circuit within the Caboolture Historic Village complex.

The 48 Hour event started at 9am on a Friday morning, and finished at 9am on Sunday morning.

In the 48 hours Gerald covered over 230kms.

Both Friday and Saturday were hot and sunny so conditions were tough for the 40 competitors.

Just imagine pounding out the laps all day on Friday under the hot sun and then having to go through the night and front up again the following day and night. It just doesn’t bear thinking about!

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Walk talk UK walks in September The Coast Along for WaterAid is a sponsored walk around the beautiful coast paths of Britain will be helping to provide safe water and effective sanitation to some of the poorest communities in Africa, Asia and the Pacific region. The aim of Coast Along is to have a team of walkers on sections of the National Coast Paths around the UK on the same day. This year it is held on Satirday September 11. The terrain is varied, each path being between 4 and 15 miles in length and graded from 'easy' to 'severe'. To find out more visit www.coastalong forwateraid.org.

The Circuit of Bath Walk, on Sunday 26th September takes in some of the beautiful countryside around Bath, England in aid of Julian House. Participants can walk anywhere between two and 20 miles thanks to the shuttle bus service that operates throughout the day. The route goes through Monkton Combe, Englishcombe, Newton St Loe, Upper Swainswick and Southstoke. Solsbury Hill, the Midford Valley and Woolley are just a few of the scenic highlights. Participants can start at any of the five check points, where detailed route instructions are supplied, as are water and treats for dogs. Further information on the Julian House website.

We are looking for readers’ favourite walks. Many of us go out regularly walking on a route which we class as our favourite, for a number of reasons. Perhaps because for it’s scenery, it’s safe, it’s challenging, it’s flat, it’s hilly, it’s varied, or for whatever reason.

We would like you to tell us in your own words what is Walkway numbers you favourite walk and why. Email us a story from say 250 boom in July up to 1200 words including a photo or photos. We will A dry July, an iconic bridge now give you a FREE subscription (six months or more, and the recent school depending on the article), or extension to Walking New Zeaholidays have kept New land magazine for walks published.

Plymouth District’s parks and You can also post an article to Walking New Zealand, walkways ver y busy with Freepost 78863, P O Box 1922, Palmerston North, or fax users.

06-358-6864.

Visitor numbers have boomed at Te Rewa Rewa If sending a photo by email please make sure photo is in Bridge, the new iconic bridge high resolution one. (ieNew takenPlymouth’s with a 4.0 mega pixel camera Winter isn’t stopping Coastal Walkway on New Plymouth Coastal in high resolution mode. from a boom of popularity.

Walkway extension with July Our email is: walkingnz@xtra.co.nz.

In June theaddress number of people on the Coastal Walkway figures of 55,756 up 86 per Please putcent My Favourite Walk inmonth the subject line. with an 82 cent on June’s 29,569. rose 34 per on the same last year, per cent increase in users on the section between Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park and the Waiwhakaiho car park.

“It’s the bridge effect,” says Manager Parks Mark Bruhn.

Promoters of the andincycling pathway “We noticed anwalking increase the number of on the Auckland Harbour Bridge have people on the Coastal Walkway evensigned when an agreement to workwas in partnership Te Rewa Rewa Bridge installed butwith not Hopper Developments. open for use. But since it opened on 5 June, GetAcross spokesperson Bevan Woodward says the number people to attracted to the .We’re ver y ofexcited have Hopper bridge and then using other ofThey the Developments as our partners in sections this project. walkway has jumped. have the expertise, experience and reputation “The bridge is a the great example of how critical to ensuring Pathway is completed.

This is a the mutually will regional ensure Aucklanders get a superb walking having right beneficial facilities inarrangement place feedswhich into the and cycling facility their bridge, sooner rather than active, later.. sports strategy ofon ‘more Taranaki people more Hopper Developments Leigh more often’ – even inchairman, the middle of Hopper winter.”says .We are attracted to this project because it is well thought out, fills a demonstrable public need and appears to be financially sound as a The bridge itself had 29,569 users in June, with 3,494 using Public Social Private Partnership (PSPP). We believe we can attract the institutional funding support the LinkstoDrive path. needed deliver this innovative extension to the public walk/cycleway network with co-operation The opening day recorded 3,654 counts, with from bridge’s key stakeholders..

8,111Auckland’s for the three days Queen’s weekend.

Walk Andy Smithofsays .HopperBirthday Developments have thoroughly reviewed our proposal Thethe three Coastal Walkway counters frontprepared of the Todd for Pathway.

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Energy Aquatic Centre, at Te Henui and in A Pathway charitable trust is beingrecorded formed toaenable formal agreements to be entered into. The Fitzroy to Waiwhakaiho section total of 38,225 Trustees Rose, Alexcent Sweeney, Andy Smith and Bevan Woodward. people are last Christine month, up 34 per on the 28,584 recorded Concept designs for the Pathway have been prepared by architects Copeland Associates and in June 2009. For just the Fitzroy to Waiwhakaiho section structural engineers, Airey Consultants. These are currently being reviewed by NZTA and are the counttowas 7,316 last month, perofcent on June expected be made public aboutup the82time bridge’s 51st anniversary.

2009’s total of 4,029.

Harbour Bridge partnership announced

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Are you walking too much ?

Walking is definitely healthy, but like everything else there can sometimes be too much of a good thing. Pushing yourself to do extra kilometres too soon can cause a negative physical reaction and instead of making a walker stronger, can actually break him/her down.

The warning syptoms of overtraining are a sudden increase in the resting pulse rate, depression and bad temper, a need for much more sleep and lethargy even when awake.

There are other ways to tell: * The Environmental Protection Agency will not let you bury your socks at the toxic dump site. * You become so skinny that no one notices you behind your necktie. * When you look at your feet you can't remember when at least one of your toenails wasn't black. * When the first thing you notice about a member of the opposite sex is that he or she pronates. * You actually look forward to birthdays so you can be eligible for a slower age group.

Ah well, despite all this, keep walking, keep fit and enjoy the great outdoors.

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New Zealand walk We set off in the dark on an early morning in the second week of July, from our motel in Nelson, packs loaded, heading for:

The Abel Tasman Coast Walk W

e have completed other Great Walks but I have always thought (from a position of ignorance) of the Abel Tasman Coast Walk as too crowded and not isolated enough for me. I was wrong. The walk surpasses every expectation. It is quiet (in July). Even the sand flies are (mostly) absent.

Below: Vivianne Flintoff on the way to Bark Bay.

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Starting from Marahau - where stops frequently to shake his head my husband scrapes the ice off the in disbelief at the girth of these DOC sign so we can see the map giant tea trees. showing the beginning of the We decide that Anchorage Bay track, we walk on to is among the best of bays Anchorage Bay. we have ever been priviBy On the way we leged to see.

Vivianne stare at the Beech The low tides are trees, that golden, Flintoff ‘against us’ - very early golden sand, the morning – so we take the rocky outcrops, flat sea and that high tide track when leaving Anglorious light – sheer exquisite chorage Bay and again when leavbeauty envelopes us as we walk, ing Bark Bay. We end up being climb, and stop (yet again) to ad- glad the tides are ’wrong’. mire and marvel and catch breath.

He says that I would have alMy husband cannot get over ways considered we had not comthe size of the Kanuka trees and pleted the walk if we had taken ‘short cuts’ across the estuaries.

We both agree that the bush, through which the high tide tracks take us, is not to be missed. The bush is deep, quiet, green, and the sun plays with the river water just as it plays with the sea. The sunlight changes green leaves into green waves.

I love the smell of the bush and feel the intoxication of ozone. We have never seen as much golden sand as we encounter at the Bark Bay Estuary and then even this is surpassed at the Awaroa Estuary.

We run out of superlatives. We can only stand in silence and admire.

He takes yet another photo of

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yet another Kereru (Wood Pigeon). There are native birds a plenty accompanying us on our walk: Tui, South Island Robins, Bell Birds, More Porks, White Eyes, Weka, and of course the ever present sea birds.

We cross the Awaroa Estuary in the dark – it is 6.30 a.m. I insist on crossing one hour after low tide, too anxious to wait yet another hour when it would have been faintly light and still considered to be safe to cross.

Due to the lack of light we miss the orange marker on the other side of the estuary and walk up and down in the slow dawning light to discover our orange ‘friend’ that will send us on our Below: Time for a break on a granite roick at Tonga Quarry.

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After all the sky has clouded over track from Whariwharangi to I respond to his suggestion of and the water taxi might not make Totaranui on the morrow to catch leaving, with shades of desperait in bad weather to pick us up the our water taxi ride back to tion. I want to see the original old Homestead that has been conway up and over yet another sad- next day. We have planned to back Marahau. dle to Totoranui, and then onto Whariwharangi via Arapai and Mutton Coves.

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Above: Looking up the Torrent River while on the high tide walk.

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The Abel Tasman Coast Walk verted into a DOC hut.

What to do? I phone the 0800 number of the water taxi and “there are no sea conditions to be concerned about”. I am elated.

And then I see the DOC officer has placed the latest faxed satellite image of the current weather systems on the notice board at the Information Centre. There is a ‘dirty’ high over us.

Good news. I relay the weather forecast and we agree to go on.

The sun, delighted with our decision, is now visible again as we sit on the seat and admire the golden curve that is Whariwharangi Bay. After our descent to the bay we walk along the flat and are utterly dwarfed by the ancient, giant Macrocarpas which guard the shore line. The first European farmers in the bay, John and Edith Hancock, would have experienced ferocious winds as indicated by the sideways growth of some of the vegetation – how wise to have

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planted this ‘hedge’.

My husband is again impressed by the amount of timber contained within girth and height of yet more giants. The track turns inland and the low green roofed avenue draws us towards the homestead. I am grateful to be here. I am grateful I can move, that I can walk, and I appreciate my strong legs and back.

The house welcomes us and invites us inside to explore. We are alone. He lights the fire and I prepare to cook pasta, salami, and dried greens (again), and I set out the candles. It will soon be dark.

We are cozy playing early settlers in this isolated place that we have spent four days walking to.

We talk of our four and a half grandchildren and wonder how old they will need to be before we can bring them to this Great Walk.

“This is a walk I will definitely do again”, he says as we sit by the fire, eating off our blue plastic plates,

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with our blue spoons, in this carefully restored homestead / DOC hut.

The following day, our last on this beautiful walk, is his birthday and I collect fresh mussels for him. What a birthday gift: Treasures from the shore of this sublime place.

We decide that some of the grandchildren might be able to

Above: The bridge crossing the Torrent River on the high tide walk.

manage and enjoy the walk from Marahau to Bark Bay in two years time. We eagerly anticipate showing the young ones our many photos and sharing our enjoyment of this Great Walk which has already become one of our favourite walks.

Below: At the Totaranui Camping Ground.

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Event Te Awamutu group 20 years old On 10th July 2010 over 80 trampers and spouses gathered to celebrate 20 years as the "Tuesday Trampers of Te Awamutu" .

They met every second Tuesday and as this is a working day, the average age of members is nearer 70 years, with several 80 year olds still handling six to seven hour tramps.

In 1990 L e s l e y Gambrill placed an ad in the local paper wanting to form a tramping group, and her efforts as founder and leader were recognised.

The starters numbered about 12-15 with no bad accidents or lost trampers, which is a tribute to Lesley's leadership and her trusty offsiders.

During this time 68 different one day tramps have been held from Pio Pio in the south, to Thames and the Pinnacles in the north, Waihi and Kaimais in the east and Kawhia Raglan in the west."Home" territory is Pirongia Mountain.

All in all a wonderful 20 years.

Readers views Auckland footpaths

Tuateawa Walkway

I see in the July 2010 no 150 issue of Walking New Zealand magazine you make a comment on Auckland council footpaths (page 4).

You might like to see my web page http:/ /www.dubdubdub.net.nz/acc/footpath.htm that was made because of the dangerous Karangahape Road footpath.

Also I would be interested to hear if other parts of New Zealand, have "Incipient pedestrian crossings" and just how bad it is.(part two of page) Now about cramp (page 37) leg cramp it sure grips you when you get over the mid forty's, but answer is at your nearest water supply as my Physiotherapist said "drink more water" and I am getting sick of morons web sites that say the answer is to have more salt, when extra water works great, I have been converted. And by the way I think if your urine is not near-clear then you are not drinking enough water.

And then your front cover, what a worry!

I think "we are 150 issues of age" sounds like you dont loose your marbles when you are lucky enough to get into second half of the century of age.

Eric Richards

My wife and I recently spent a long weekend on the Coromandel and did the above walk after reading about it.

We did the whole round trip through Kennedy Bay and back via Colville. The whole trip was absolutely great with the walk a treat.

Just a note to future walkers, especially in summer, ensure you carry a water bottle or have one in the car for after. It is quite a steep walk out. Also, no dogs are allowed on the walk.

Regards Keith and Gillian Moore

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New Zealand walks

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hether your fancy is a serious tramp over the Warkworth section of the Te Araroa Trail or strolling through a vineyard in the Matakana region, Warkworth Walks 2010 has something for you.

Following on from the success of the 2009 event, this year’s walks have been fine tuned and extended to create a varied, picturesque and sometimes challenging programme. All the walks are guided and all but one of last year’s walks sold out so it is vital to book early for your favourites.

For those of you who prefer a challenge, the Mount Tamahunga Trail (four and a half hours) and the Te Araroa Trail (six and a half hours) offer plenty of walking on bush tracks with spectacular views and a huge variety of native flora and fauna. These trails will be unforgettable experiences for the stronger walkers.

If you like to mix business with pleasure, consider last year’s star attraction, the vineyard walk. There’s plenty of private property to meander through and pleasurable wine stops along the way at three of Matakana’s boutique vineyards. Some say it’s the only way to go walking.

Or perhaps you like a bit of history with your walk? Then sample the Warkworth Heritage Trail which offers an easy trail incorporating historical buildings and ruins, and a special trip down the Mahurangi River on restored scow, Jane Gifford. Local historian, Dave Parker, will make this a delightful and enlightening trip.

When you want a good solid walk, spectacular views, some normally-inaccessible

Words by Luke Williamson

Warkworth walks wor Left and right: A walk through a vineyard is one of the many walks around Warkworth. Photos by Karen Williamson

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sites and a bit of café style included, try: the Sullivan’s Bay circuit incorporating Ransom Wines, the Sandspit to Brick Bay Trail; or the Cape Rodney to Leigh Sawmill Café Walk. Each offers beautiful vistas over the gulf and Kawau Bay, forest trails, intimate interactiion with the environment, and a bit of exotic sustenance along the way – the best of both worlds.

And for the family-minded, the TOSSIsponsored Tawharanui walk offers an excellent day out. This regional park really is a jewel in the crown of the Warkworth/Matakana region with its spectacular panoramic views, diverse coastlines, wetlands and forest inhabitants.

This wonderful day out includes lunch and a guided trail through the bush to observe rare native flora and fauna. See Tawharanui in a new light and you may even get time for a swim.

So, make a weekend of it and take in a couple of the great walks on offer, and perhaps include the special evening event at Ascension Vineyard on Saturday night where you will have a chance to mingle with fellow walking enthusiasts, and be entertained at this awardwinning establishment.

Remember to book early for Warkworth Walks 2010 at www.warkworthnz.com.

Walks 2010 rth doing!

Walkers in last year’s event enjoy a walk in the sunshine. Photo by Karen

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High achiever

‘I bought great new shoes’ “I bought great new shoes” are the words that Jill Friend is thrilled to say, because just a few months ago finding shoes that fit was a real problem for her, due to her diabetes..

Not anymore! With the help of a Green Prescription - and a realisation that one day she may have to inject herself with insulin this lovely 58 year old has turned her life around.

A relative newcomer to Nelson, at 113kg Jill had stopped looking at herself in a mirror, stopped contemplating her bodyweight and was feeling constantly thirsty. Jill’s blood pressure was high, she admitted she could barely

drag herself upstairs in her 2-storey home and she was sleeping very poorly -, waking feeling lethargic and depressed.

Jill and her husband’s trips down the Sounds were regulated by frequent ‘comfort stops’ and Jill knew she was consuming too much processed food - but she just felt too tired and demotivated to prepare and cook nutritious dinners.

When her doctor Geoff McAlpine at Richmond Health told Jill she had Type 2 Diabetes she burst into tears – but was relieved that there was finally a reason why she felt the way she did. And Jill understood that there were

Jill Friend striding out.

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simple things she could change that would make a big difference in her body.

Dr McAlpine issued Jill with a Green Prescription referral and she was contacted by a Patient Support Person - Bee - who helped Jill set some short-term exercise and nutrition goals; simple steps she could start taking straight away.

Jill didn’t waste time. Understanding the vital link between regular exercise and managing Type 2 diabetes, Jill decided she would just start to walk – so she walked the flat road to work and back three times. Within the space of week she lost 3kgs, just by walking regularly and eating ‘like her granny did’ with healthy meats and vegetables instead of takeout food.

Acting on nutrition advice, Jill read about food choices for people with diabetes and got rid of a lot of the food in her cupboards and freezer that she could no longer use. She started to read food labels (even asking strangers to read the sugar and fat content of food when she had forgotten her glasses!) Thinking smart, Jill got new, smaller plates and dishes to help control her portion sizes while still making the meals ‘look nice’.

Supported and motivated by her Green Prescription monthly contacts, Jill found her walking getting easier. She could go further, in a shorter time - and after starting with three walks a week had increased to walking to and from her work every day – five times a week!

She found that going upstairs at home was becoming a breeze and was so proud when her doctor shook her hand and congratulated her on her progress!

In the time since she was diagnosed with diabetes, Jill’s walking and food changes have meant she has lost a fantastic 17kgs! As her stamina increases and her weight decreases Jill’s now considering adding 10-15 minutes extra to her daily walks, and trying a gentle, short hill walk during the weekend.

Jill’s words of advice to anyone dealing with diabetes is to ‘get a Green Prescription and talk to somebody affirmative, helpful and nonjudgemental’. Go Jill!

For more information on Green Prescription and your local contact person, go to www.moh.govt.nz/ greenprescription. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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The danger zone S

o you have been very committed to your powerless. walking routine to assist with losing If you are experiencing ‘Danger Zone’ weight, but the scales haven’t changed eating, following are three areas to examine. several weeks later.

What ‘need’ is the food satisfying?

Exercise is only part of the weight loss Check, is your hunger, ‘emotional/head’ success formula. The other part of the equa- hunger or ‘physical’ hunger. If it is emotional/ tion is reducing the amount of head hunger, what is the trigger? It food you consume, which for may be anything from feeling menmany can prove the most chaltally tired, through to feeling lonely lenging. or bored with your work, relationLarge numbers of people ships or life. Food then becomes an on their weight loss journey instant fix to meet that need. find that there is a certain time What bad habits have you dein the day when they engage veloped? in unplanned and unwanted You can train your mind and eating. I refer to this as the body to do anything. And, unconBy Megan ‘danger zone’. sciously we often train ourselves to Blatchford-Peck The ‘danger zone’ is usuengage in unsupportive habits by ally only a small period of time, (one or two default. hours), but the ‘unplanned and unwanted’ eatThe good news is, you can retrain your ing can trigger more unsupportive behaviours, mind and body to stop wanting ‘cheese and which can leave you feeling disappointed and crackers’ or your ‘chocolate fix’ when you arrive home, and learn to be satisfied with a piece of fruit or whatever fits with your eating plan.

How can you divert your focus?

A high performing athlete has a game plan which they have rehearsed in their mind many times so that when they perform, they know precisely what they are doing.

You need a plan to divert your attention from food during your ‘danger zone’ period.

If you don’t have a strategy, you will default to unplanned eating.

For many people, the danger zone is a busy time: meeting the needs of others; preparing dinner; helping with homework; washing and ironing.

However, your needs are important too, and when you are changing behaviours, your needs, need to take priority.

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Take action List of five actions or activities to divert your focus from food, (see below for inspiration) when you are tempted to engage in unplanned eating.

Visualise daily. ‘Picture’ engaging in the activities. Remember the athlete, he or she has rehearsed their plan many times. They are committed to their plan and carrying out the actions when necessary, becomes second nature.

Attention diverting activities Keep an open mind when selecting your ‘attention diverters’. You may be surprised at what can be of interest to your mind.

Here are some suggestions. · Lie on your bed or couch and listen to a CD · Tidy out a drawer or cupboard · Clean the windows · Complete a crossword or Sudoku · Read a magazine or book · Give yourself permission to day dream · Take a bath · Paint your nails · Email or phone a friend · Clean something Key tip: When engaging in an activity with the purpose of shifting your focus off food, learn to become ‘being in the moment’. That is, fully absorbed with all of your senses, and switched off from the past or future.

During your ‘being in the moment’ time you will experience heightened levels of fulfillment.

Lastly, if you are time pressured, crank up the supportive self-talk. Speak and encourage yourself, just as you would talk to a friend about an action that wasn’t supportive his or her best interest. · Megan works as a motivational Coach, visit her websites, Performance Coaching www.mindcoach.co.nz & Weight Loss Coaching www.mindoverbody.co.nz for more info.

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Above: Walking on a frosty road in Gabriel’s Gully picking up litter as they went.

Left: View of Lawrence from Blue Spur.

A winter wonderland I

Above: Blur Spur information kiosk.

Below: Some of the group in front of Grey Lake.

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By Ann Robbie

t takes more than a chilly winter day to deter an eager group of Kiwi Seniors from their walking adventures.

A 50-strong group from the Sport Southland Active Walkers travelled to Lawrence intent on exploring Gabriel’s Gully – an old mining valley where 11,000 gold seekers settled in the 1860’s.

The nippy nine degrees frost that greeted us on arrival in the peaceful township made the journey from the bus to the icy footpath treacherous. The ice crystals glistened, almost smiling, knowing that one false move and they would pounce, sending us to the frozen pathway. We weren’t obliging and, with safety in mind, used the gritted areas.

After a warm beverage we boarded the bus again and headed for the gully, which was covered in a light fog initially but lifted to reveal

magnificent sunshine.

Walkers gathered and in teams designed their particular walk from the interpretative track - Otago Dam Trail or a visit to Grey Lake.

Frozen solid with lacy patterns, it was obvious from the surface marks the lake had been used for skating and curling recently. While it was hard to resist the urge to revert to childhood habits and slide tentatively onto the ice, the fear of it shattering beneath out feet and plunging us into the depths of the deep lake kept our feet firmly on the bank. But the views were breathtaking.

After a few hours walking we gathered at the bus and sat in the sunshine to soak up some Vitamin D – a supplement we sometimes struggle to get in the deep south!

A good proportion of us completed a steady climb to Blue Spur – a now derelict mining village that in its heyday boasted numerous banks, stores and a school roll of 226 pupils.

The magnificent architecture of yesteryear is reflected on the roadside in the form of a house/store and stable. Little else remains, with the exception of a few sign posts and history written on a billboard.

A spectacular view of Lawrence from this site includes the beautiful Catholic church standing proudly in the distance.

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Above left: Walking up to the viewing point at Gabriel’s Gully. Above Right: A building at Blue Spur a home, store or stable or the grocery store? Below: A heritage building in Lawrence to be restored.

On the other side of the town is Weatherston – home to the Black Horse Brewery that supplied ale to the miners.

Relics here are plentiful and, under the watchful eye of Kim and Craig, the buildings and 25 acres of daffodils that were planted in the 19 century are slowly being uncovered and returned to their former beauty. Truly a step back in time, it is well worth viewing so watch for the planned Open Day at the beginning of October.

Lawrence is steeped in history and features some amazing old buildings. Heritage is bountiful here and will be showcased at the Gabriel’s Gully Goldrush 150th celebrations in March 2011.

Our Kiwi Seniors thoroughly enjoyed their walks and exploration of the area and already plan to return for the festivities.

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The Rangiriri Hotel - a stopping off point on the trail.

Te Araroa: from Huntly to Mercer T

By Colleen Pryce

he promise of some fine weather for a few days was all we needed to urge us on to organise ourselves for another weekend walking Te Araroa tracks.

This time we involved daughter Tara to take us to the beginning of a group of four tracks starting from in front of the Huntly Power Station.

This first track is a 14km track and is mainly Below: Here the trail runs through long reedy grasses.

on the stopbank with occasional road verge to avoid the power station’s ash ponds.

At 7km the trail follows the boundary of the Huntly Golf Club, which makes a pleasant change with the well groomed greens on our left, the Waikato River on our right and a vivid display of yellow Irises amongst the vegetation and trees on the riverbank.

We sat on the stile for our first drink and snack stop before setting off across the paddocks, staying on the stopbank which is approximately equal distance between the river

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and the road for 7km in a straight line until the Glenmurray Bridge came into view.

There were stiles and fences along the way, with curious but harmless cattle for company occasionally. It was easy walking in a pleasant rural valley.

Suddenly we are back amongst cars instead of cows and a light drizzle of rain started.

Perfect timing for us to wander into the Rangiriri Hotel, drop our daypacks and boots and settle in for the night.

This was only a four hour walk so we had been dropped off at 1.00pm and Tara had taken our overnight bag to the hotel, which made it a leisurely walk for us.

We had phoned and booked a room, which was wise because the hotel only had one empty room and the restaurant was a very busy place with most tables occupied from 6.00p.m. We felt we were on holiday, not a tramping trip.

The pub was happy to make us sandwiches for our next day’s tramp, so after a good comfortable night and a D.I.Y. breakfast we were down the back stairs and on the track by 8.00a.m.

It was a typical Waikato misty morning which created a very peaceful scene – however the main highway traffic was a good reawww.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

son to get back on the track and leave the noise behind us.

This second section is an 18km track graded easy tramping, between Rangiriri and Meremere. We started at the bridge and came out at Dragway Road, Meremere. The first half of the track is either stopbank or road verge. The road is very quiet and is an option if you prefer to avoid the curious cattle. The trees along the riverbank are a reminder of how long ago this area must have been settled. There were rows of big beautiful trees that are not New Zealand native. The rural area has a peaceful well cared for feel as we follow the river around until we come to the Te Kauwhata Pumphouse.

From here the next 9.5km is the most scenic of the track and follows the riverbank more closely, but is slower walking. Occasionally swampy, two hilly bits which give good river views, thick vegetation on the riverbank still aglow with yellow Irises and tall reedy grasses.

There is a shortage of orange markers but no chance of losing the way because the river is our guide. As we got closer to Meremere we were back on the stopbank instead of the riverbank until the noise of SH1 intruded on the quietness of the countryside.

Above: The Te Araroa Trail runs through beside the Waikato River.

At this point we link up with the third track, Whangamarino Road Connection, which is classified road margin and involves walking the road verge of SH1. A vast change from the rural walking we had been doing. It is not my idea of fun but it is soon over and we link up with the fourth track which is a total contrast and takes us into Mercer.

These two tracks join at The Weir on Whangamarino River. From road verge to cool shady bush, then into dense long grasses, wildflowers and steep bush clad sideings.

Great views from the high points, and here the orange markers are definitely needed as we beat our way through the steep sometimes swampy thick vegetation.

The small town of Mercer was a welcome sight at the end of our day. McDonalds was our place of choice where we waited to be picked up and driven back to Hamilton, picking up our overnight bag from Rangariri Pub on the way. We still had the energy to drive back to Tauranga, and felt very pleased to have ticked off four more Te Araroa tracks. Back now to the Te Araroa web site to see which other tracks are do-able for us sometime soon.

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K2K A

s Auckland prepares to become a SuperCity two families have come together to open a new private walk, sharing a diverse and isolated part of the new Auckland.

The Kaipara to Kaipara walk (K2K) is a three day self guided walk from the country village of Kaipara Flats to the coastline of the Kaipara Harbour.

Once on the track you wouldn’t know that it is only 45 minutes north of Auckland city.

The walk leads across diverse landscapes including private farmland, exotic and native bush, saltmarsh wetlands and coastal forest.

Shane and Jenny Hood along with friends and now business partners Steve and Clare Dill decided to create the walk not only as a way to help preserve the family farms but to also restore parts of the land to share with others.

The K2K is structured so that visitors spend the evening before their journey relaxing and preparing at the 120 year old Mataia Homestead. The historic homestead is on the Gardner family farm in Glorit, where Jenny is the 6th generation of the family to live and work.

“Day to day life is hectic and busy, and often people don’t take time to relax and before throwing themselves into the next adventure. We thought it was important to give peo-

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ple the opportunity to unwind and catch-up so they can start the walk the next day feeling fresh, revived and ready for the adventure” comments Jenny.

On day one of the walk, guests are transported approximately 30 minutes inland to the start of the track at Kaipara Flats.

Then walkers are free to explore the Kaipara Hills travelling along a marked track through exotic and native bush, and hidden pasturelands flanked by regenerating native bush. Travellers are rewarded for their efforts with spectacular views of the Hoteo River and the Kaipara Harbour before descending onto the Dill family farm.

The farm is a 490 hectare working farm running 4300 sheep and beef stock units, so you may get a chance to see real farmers at work — no they aren’t just in the South Island!

K2Kers stay the night at the farm hut where those brave enough can take a quick dip in the creek followed by a hot shower and if you have chosen to be catered for, a roast lamb dinner.

After waking to a personal performance of

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Right: The view on day one of the Dill farm and Hoteo River.

Below left: Walking through the tussock.

Below right: Bird lovers can observe many birds.

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cooing Kereru, the second day of the K2K offers some spectacular morning views before taking followers into the Department of Conservation Atuanui (Mt Auckland) Reserve.

Highlights of this day include large Kauri, Rimu and Puriri trees as well as a dominant Taraire canopy and several species of native orchid. Bird lovers are not left out and can observe more Kereru along with Tui, Fantail, Ruru and Tomtits.

Visitors spend their final night at the wind powered Kaipara Views Eco Lodge at the edge of Mount Auckland. If walkers haven’t got enough photos of amazing landscapes and wildlife, they have a perfect opportunity here as the sun sets behind the harbour and native bush.

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The undulating countryside in the Kaipara Hills.

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K2K ing the Kaipara Harbour has been in the family for over 150 years. 400 hectares of the farm is retired from farming and is part of a conservation project that started in 2005.

The track winds along coastline of the Kaipara Harbour which is the largest harbour in the southern hemisphere and a migratory bird habitat of international significance.

Along this part of the walk threatened or endangered native species, such as the North Island Fernbird, Fairy Tern, Crake, Australasian Bittern, Banded Rail, Grey-faced Petrels, Banded and NZ Dotterels and Wrybill can

from country to coast

be spotted by keen birdwatchers. If the tide is in, there are great views of roosting sites for wading-birds, including Godwits, Lesser Knots, South Island Pied Oyster Catchers, Pied Stilts as well as Caspian Terns.

There is a base price for the walk, but fully catered and pack transport options are available for an added cost. And it is advised you take up the offer “unless you think after a day’s walking you can stop yourself from drooling over the smell of good country cooking”, says Clare.

“As the area both to the west and south of

Above: A view of the Kaipara Harbour from day three of the walk.

the walk are wine producing territories, you may also want to pack a few dollars to purchase one (or two) bottles at the end of the day.”

The Hoods and Dills are excited that they have a diverse walk where visitors can experience a real journey and have enough time for relaxation as well.

“We have created a walk which suits us as well as our parents,” says Steve. “It is the perfect blend of good challenging walking but with enough time to relax and have a few beers, a good meal and a few yarns with friends at the end of each day,” adds Shane. “We are past the backpacker stage and cater for those that are too.”

“You are literally experiencing a cross section of New Zealand from country to coast”.

Fact file Kaipara to Kaipara 3 Day Walk Starts from Kaipara Flats to Kaipara Harbour Where: 45 minutes north from Auckland City Cost: Base price $235. Fully catered and pack transport options available.

Contact: 09-945-0311 Website: www.kaipara2kaipara.co.nz for more information.

Left: The Mataia Homestead where walkers spend the night relaxing before the walk.

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Contest

Digital Photo Contest monthly winners

Above: This is the view from Flat Rock at Muriwai, on Auckland's West Coast, looking at Motutara Island which is part of the gannet colony. Flat Rock can be dangerous to walk on at high tide, but this was about mid tide. Photo by Sylvia Robinson of Sunnynook, Auckland.

Left: Members of the Tume family and siblings all walked the Pinnicles Walk in the Coromandel last year. The eldest was 49 and the youngest was 3! It was to celebrate my brothers 39th birthday and we all stayed the night at the DOC camp and made the final walk to the Pinnicles Rocks the next morning. Photo shows the final climb on ladders to the Pinnicles.

Photo by Tracey Tume of Tauranga.

Right: Checking out Macaroni Penguins at Cooper Bay, South Georgia. The penguins seem to be saying "Hey we are behind you. Your camera's are pointing the wrong way." Photo by Helen Wilson of Waikino.

These are the winners of this month’s photos in our Digital Photo Contest.

Congratulations to the following who each receive a six month subscription, or six month subscription extension to Walking New Zealand magazine. Entrants whose photo is chosen for a cover receive a 12 month subscription.

We are looking for the best digital photos each month depicting walking.

Now the time to get your digital camera out or look through your digital images and enter the

Walking New Zealand Digital Photo Contest The image could be a scenic scene, a walk on the beach with the dog, a bush walk, a street walk or anything walking that takes your fancy.

The rules are simply: there must be a person or persons walking in the picture either front, side or back on, and can be in the distance. We require an emailed image in high resolution mode, in jpeg format as an attachment, and NOT embedded in Word or in the email, etc.

In the subject line type “Walking New Zealand Photo Contest” and the email must include the NAME, ADDRESS and phone number of the person who took the photo and a small caption.

In this contest only ONE emailed photo accepted per month. Entry in the contest automatically allows us to print the image. The person who has their photo published will receive a six month subscription or a renewal to Walking New Zealand magazine of six months. If a picture is chosen for the cover page the person will receive a 12 month subscription or renewal.

Email your entries to: walkingnz@xtra.co.nz with subject line “Walking New Zealand Photo Contest” www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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Looking down on a cyclist on the Raiways Reserve Heritage Trail.

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ocated within the picturesque Perth Hills, the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail retraces 59km of the old Eastern Railway that formerly linked Fremantle to York in the 1880s.

The Trail begins its journey at Bellevue, following the old Eastern Railway line on both sides of Great Eastern Highway.

The two lines rejoin at Mount Helena forming a unique 41km loop entirely on railway formations before extending out to Wooroloo Reserve.

Most points along the Trail are accessible by road, making it easy to start your journey from a variety of locations. Many of the reserves are now community parks providing picnic tables, toilets and other facilities to complete your experience.

Access to the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is free, although a National Park fee applies for visitors who access the Trail from John Forrest National Park’s main car park.

Dogs on a lead and horses are welcome along the Trail, except in John Forrest National Park.

The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is the Shire of Mundaring’s premier trail and one of the State’s Top Trails.

The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is the perfect place to relax and unwind as it takes in the peace and tranquillity of the attractive flora and fauna and natural landscapes of the Darling Range and John Forrest National Park.

Enjoy the simple pleasures of a leisurely walk, special time with family and friends, connecting with nature or simply enjoying the fresh air.

Whether you are a walker, cyclist or horse rider, the Trail provides the ideal place for activity for all fitness and experience levels with different sections of the trail, challenges and lengths to choose from. Explore the trails by walking, running, jogging or riding - the choice is yours.

While on your journey, you discover the individual history and character of the many charming settlements that evolved alongside the railway line during its construction, including Darlington, Parkerville and Mundaring.

Appreciate the historical and cultural significance as you roam the Trail, taking in the romance of the rail era.

The charming communities along the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail are a lasting memory of the early settlements and thriving industry that initially developed along the www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

former Eastern Railway. Whether you choose to walk, cycle or ride, enrich your journey by exploring the notable highlights that can now be found in each townsite.

The Trail can be accessed via many entry points along the 59km route:

From Bellevue Make your choice to start your journey on the original Jane Brook line (Southern Section), which dates back to its opening in March 1884, or the Mahogany Creek Deviation (Northern Section), which opened on 1 July 1896 as an alternative route to the steep incline and tight

A number of groups exploring the trail.

The arched stone culvert over the Wooroloo Brook, east of the Wooroloo townsite.

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Railway Reserves Heritage Trail plemented by the remaining features of the second Darlington Railway Platform , which dates back to 1903. The biggest railway cuttings can be found along the Trail in this townsite where dynamite and blasting powder were used to shatter the granite obstructions.

Make a deviation to Bilgoman Aquatic Centre , where during the summer months you can take a dip in the heated outdoor pool or follow the nearby heritage trail to Bilgoman Well

From Glen Forrest Running parallel to the Trail, and within the Glen Forrest historic precinct, you will fi nd heritage, John Forrest National Park is also the the Stationmaster’s House .The house was perfect place to relax and admire the unfold- built in 1898 to ser vice the railway ing landscapes and the National Park Falls or station,originally named Smith’s Mill. to take a diversion along the Eagle View Walk From Parkerville Trail .

Head west along the Trail from Parkerville and you will arrive at the Hovea Railway PlatFrom Boya Adjacent to the Trail, form , which opened in 1912 and was origiGreenmount National nally used as access to the National Park and Park is home to the day trips to Hovea Falls before the National Goat Farm , which is a Park Station was opened in 1936.

Railway relics from last century.

curves of the earlier Southern Section. Both routes join up at Mount Helena to form a unique 41km loop on railway formations.

From Swan View The recently revitalised Swan View Station is a legacy of the Mahogany Creek Deviation line and now provides one of the access A distance sign. points along the Trail to the picturesque John Forrest National Park .

The Park is home to the unique construction of the 340m long Swan View Tunnel , which was originally built to overcome a granite barrier formed by a fold in the Darling Range.

Further into the Park, the railway past is still evident where three wooden trestle bridges still remain.

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great place to improve your mountain bike skills on the downhill tracks of this purposebuiltmountain bike park. Also look out for the area named Cape Horn , a notorious spot for many accidents back in the late 1800s as the trains tried to navigate the dangerous bend.

From Mundaring

Serving as a reminder of Mundaring’s railway heritage, the former Mundaring Station Platform , established in 1898, and Mundaring Stationmaster’s House , established circa 1903, are both found in Mundaring Community Sculpture Park . The Munda Biddi Trail head is also located here.

Visit Mundaring Visitor Centre in the centre of town to find out more information on many of the other local attractions including Mundaring District Museum and Mundaring From Darlington Arts Centre . Should you wish to explore the The quaint townsite historic Mundaring Weir precinct, follow the of Darlington is com- Munda Biddi Trail or Kep Track markers to

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Overseas walks continue the old railway line through Beelu National Park .

From Mount Helena Mount Helena was formerly the junction of the two lines, originally named Lions Mill after the Jarrah Mill. Adjacent to the Trail, Mount Helena Aquatic Centre is the ideal spot for a swim from October through to April in the 25m heated pool.

From Chidlow The Proclamation Train Sculpture is a testament to Chidlow’s railway heritage and acknowledges the 175th anniversary of the founding of Western Australia.

For a scenic detour, head off the trail at Chidlow—or Chidlow’s Well as it was formerly known—to Lake Leschenaultia , where a trail will take you around the lake providing a stop off for camping, canoeing or swimming. South of Great Eastern Highway, a detour will take you to the Forsyths Mill mountain bike park and picnic area.

From Wooroloo The arched stone culvert over the Wooroloo Brook, east of the Wooroloo townsite, is one of the few existing railway structures and well worth a look. From here, pick up the signs for Kep Track to continue your journey all the way to Northam.

Trek the Track is a popular annual event.

Fact file The Railway Reserves Heritage Trail is a multi- user trail for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

Cyclists: Pedestrians and horse riders have right of way over cyclists on shared paths and should use their bell to worn trail walkers and ride in single file Approximately how long will it take? This will depend on the section you decide to walk, cycle or ride and your average pace. Use the chart on opposite page as a guide to see how long it is likely to take you to complete the section of Trail you have chosen.

If you are using public transport, Eastern Timetables 86, 96 and 97 provide bus routes to most townsites along the Trail, or simply cycle directly to the Trail from Midland Station. Visit www.transperth.wa.gov.au or call 13 62 13 for more information.

Historic tunnel takes trekkers back in time

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he 2010 Trek the Trail took participants back in time, with an eight-kilometre route featuring the historic Swan View Tunnel.

The 340m railway tunnel was completed in 1895 and was the only tunnel built for the Western Australian railway network prior to the construction of tunnels for the Mandurah line in 2004.

Trek the Trail is an annual event organised by the Shire of Mundaring, in conjunction with the Mundaring Visitor Centre, Mundaring and Hills Historical Society and Mundaring Arts Centre.

This year it was held on Sunday 19 September, starting near the Parkerville Hall and finishing at the Swan View Station.

Now in its seventh year, the Trek is held on a different section of the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail each year in an effort to promote the Hills’ beautiful trails, environment and significant history.

Shire President Helen Dullard said the Trek was one of the Shire major annual events.

“It plays an important role in bringing the community together to celebrate a beautiful part of WA, recognise its history and promote the area to visitors,” she said.

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Above and below: Walkers at last year’s Trek the Track

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Top left: Ryde Falls, Mt Oxford, Canterbury.

Above: At the “Ballroom” April 2001. Photo

Words by Enid Ellis

by Bryan McBeth

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n June 2010, at their mid-winter dinner, the Pegasus Trampers of Christchurch celebrated their 30th anniversary.

Begun in 1980 by five women as the QEII Walkers, the group has grown to more than 100 members, with almost equal numbers of men and women, more than half of whom will be out on any given Thursday.

One of the first groups established for week-day walks, two sections have developed: the Trampers and the Walkers, with many members swapping between the two dependent on the trip planned, weather on the day, or toss of a coin.

The Trampers generally have an earlier start, and perhaps a distance within 100km of the city; the Walkers a 9.30am start and trips planned closer to home – but with more than 100 tracks on the Port Hills alone there’s no shortage of four to five hour walks locally.

Below right: Cutting the celebration cake.

Photo Bryan McBeth

Below left: Time for a cuppa.

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Trampers’ trips average five to six hours walking, and a feature of years of co-operation is the permission given by many private owners for tramps on terrain not open to the general public.

In 30 years the trampers have never had a committee, nor a subscription, but its members raise funds for safety beacons, support for the Rescue Helicopter Service, and sun-

dry expenses by donating their time to DOC’s project for the extermination of wilding pines.

Possibly unique to Pegasus are the twice yearly Weeks Away, in spring and autumn, when members choose a location somewhere in the South Island for a base camp and organise day tramps. Recent venues have included the Cobb, Wanaka, Westport, Hanmer Springs and Mount Cook. In October, around

Celebrated event with song At the Midwinter Dinner, 2010 the “Matagouri Minstrels” entertained with Pegasus tramper Helen Pugh’s song (set to the tune Clare’s Dragoons by Thomas Davis): We’ve tramped along for thirty years – The wind it chills, the sun it sears, We’ve looked at fantails, wekas, keas, We’ve pondered nature’s meaning.

And we gain hope that’s true and real From watching insects move with zeal From looking at a languid seal From hearing seagulls keening.

(Chorus) So we sing this happy song As we meet the cheery throng

A muscle cramps, a blister breaks, A prickle stings, a shoulder aches, We long to finish faster.

(Chorus) We hurry home, say “not next week!”

But then feel grumpy, grouchy, weak, We yearn for hilltop, valley, creek For days that have no fetter.

Then Thursday comes and off we go With merry step and heart aglow Through thirty years we’ve come to know We sometimes long to take our ease From spikey shrubs and scratchy trees That tramping makes life better.

And rocks that rub skin from our knees So we sing this happy song As we meet the cheery throng Till we need a sticking plaster.

Yes, sometimes out by streams and lakes ‘Cos thirty years is not too long With Pegasus – we’re trampers!

We’re confident that we belong We’re Pegasus – we’re Trampers!

For thirty years we’ve driven off We’ve checked the car has got a WoF, We maybe have an itchy-cough But we don’t stay home moping.

We tie our boots up very tight, We pull on hats of colours bright Our fashion sense may not be right Still round the hills we’re loping.

(Chorus)

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Event

Mid distance event welcome in

Onehunga Half Marathon

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By Tania Tuck

unday 26 September marks the date for the 2010 Onehunga Half Marathon.

Over the past seven years, this popular event has hosted several thousand happy runners, joggers and walkers.

In addition to the half marathon distance, runners and walkers also have the option of the 16km, 10km and 5km events.

With a range of options available for both Above: A wet day walking and running there is something for on the Waimakarir.i everyone; from families or those just eager to test their legs after hibernating through the winter months, to weekend-warriors and the serious athlete in training for the Auckland Marathon.

September 26 is exactly five weeks before the Auckland Marathon, and the perfect time 30 members will enjoy a week on Stewart Isfor you to have a ‘hit out’ on your way to a land. longer event.

The majority of members is in the 60-75 For the 2009 event, the decision was made age range, with some ‘youngsters’ who still to move the Onehunga Half Marathon from work part-time or shifts with Thursdays off, and several active octogenarians who set a fantastic example to newcomers to tramping.

The photos hint at what Pegasus Trampers get up to!

30 years Below: That last hour was too much for these two!

Below: Founding members of the Pegasus Trampers who were also at the 10th year celebration: Glad McCleod, Liz Davis, Betty Shirley, Isla Coffee, Katy Leggo, Nan Wales, Tui Langton.

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its traditional May date to late September and to add a new 16km option.

A regular competitor had approached the event team and requested a ‘stepping stone’ distance to bridge the gap between 10km and the Half Marathon distances, the 16km or ‘10miler’ was a welcome addition to the programme.

Once a popular and hotly contested distance in the running glory-days of yesteryear, the 10-mile distance has long been regarded as one which will test an athlete a few weeks out from their main event, but is not so long (like a half marathon) that if they run too hard they may not recover in time for their big event.

With a number of events and inevitable clashes in late April and early May, a move on the calendar to five weeks before the Auckland Marathon and Half Marathon also proved the right formula and saw a record field at the Onehunga Half Marathon in 2009.

Event organizers say that entries for this year’s event are also tracking well and they are expecting to see good numbers across all disciplines in 2010.

The course is flat and fast, taking in the footpaths and seaside reser ves of Onehunga and Mangere Bridge and many of the foreshore walkways and paths around the Manukau Harbour.

It’s paved the whole way (but you can run on the grass if you like), and one of the few ‘inner city’ courses available in Auckland City.

There’s a definite emphasis on fun and this year there will be a prize for the best dressed runners or walkers; the brighter the better!

There will be a ‘rolling’ prizegiving, awarding spot prizes as people cross the line, and merit prizes soon after winners cross the line.

This means no matter which distance you are competing in, you don’t have to wait around for a prize giving several hours after the finish.

So dust off your walking shoes, your running shorts or your crazy costume and join in the fun! For further information and to enter online go to www.onehunga half.co.nz.

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Te Araroa Trail

Funds help Southland track extension

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e Araroa’s southern-most section, the 32-km walk from Invercargill to Bluff, has received a major boost with Environment Southland and Invercargill City Council allocating a further $50,000 each towards the project in the 2010/2011 financial year.

This repeats the $100,000 investment these councils made the previous year to extend the existing Estuary Walkway south to Lake Street.

The new funds will extend the track where the route is settled and will finance what Invercargill Parks Manager Robin Pagan calls a "big picture" study of the options where the route is not settled.

He believes construction in the present financial year will take the track as far as Duck Creek The final goal is track completion right through to Ocean Beach, where the existing Foveaux Walkway takes Te Araroa to its southern terminus at Sterling Point.

The project will, however, proceed in stages with each stage making an important reduction in the current road bypass that exists on the busy Bluff Highway.

LEGEND A-B Existing Estuary Walkway between Stead St wharf and Lake Street.

B-C Next stage for track development to Duck Creek D-E Existing Foveaux Walkway between Ocean Beach and Sterling Point, Bluff

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New Zealand walk

Work starts on Far North

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he Far North District Council plans to transform a disused rail corridor from Kawakawa to Okaihau, extending this to the Hokianga in due course to create a cycleway/walkway along the lines of the successful Otago Rail Trail concept at Middlemarch.

The first part of this initiative will focus on the trail’s mid-section along the old railway corridor from Kawakawa to Moerewa and then on to Okaihau The council is leasing the land from KiwiRail and the trail will be built with $4million of Government funding allocated as part of the Government’s national cycleway project to generate employment in an environmentally friendly way.

The Western Community Board, with the support of the Council, identified the 47 km route from Kawakawa to Okaihau as a potential tourist route for cyclists and walkers and developed a proposal that became one of the Government’s national “quick start” cycleway projects.

Physical work has already started on the 47km stretch where about 60 Community Max workers, funded by the Ministry of Social Development, are fencing and clearing the land so that construction of the actual cycle, walking and horse riding trail to begin.

Ultimately, the council wants to expand the cycleway from Okaihau through to Horeke which, combined with the integration of the Bay of Islands vintage railway from Opua to Kawakawa, will provide a memorable 89 kilometre coast to coast experience. This proposed expansion will be staged to provide for development as further funding becomes available.

The council has grasped this exciting opportunity because of its tourism and job creation potential in our district. The Otago Rail Trail is seen as a role model for the midNorth experience. It has become a major tourist attraction with attendant growth in small business opportunities, all of which can happen just as easily here.

Based on the Otago experience, we can expect new business growth in areas such as guest house accommodation, food and beverage, cycle-related services, transportation and tourism activity such as guided tours and events and cultural and historical experiences.

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■ Above: Tracy Dalton (centre) with two Below: From left - Far North Mayor, Wayne Brown; FNTC technical officer, Andrew Young and Western Board Chair, Tracy Dalton on of the bridges.

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Overseas walks A pilgrims’ trail, chestnut forests, amazing rocky karst landforms, ancient marble quarries and magnificent hospitality in a medieval mountain village – Kathy Ombler goes walking in:

Italy’s Apaune Alps T

he Apuane Alps, in north west Tus cany, are most famous for the pure, white marble that has been mined here for centuries.

It’s the marble that’s built and decorated some of Italy’s finest buildings; the marble that Michelangelo came, personally, to select for his sculpturing. And it’s the marble our small group admired; pure white fragments littered beneath the alpine beech forest, as we started walking along the Apuane sector of the Via Francigena pilgrim trail.

Part of the Central Italian Alps, the Apuane mountains rise to nearly 2000 metres and overlook the Tuscan plains. They are a magnificent mix of rock massifs, alpine meadows, chestnut and beech forests and karst cave systems, and have a long and lively human history.

Visitor facilities in “Parco Regionale delle Alpi Apuane” include well marked walking trails, visitor centres, camping areas and alpine “rifugi” (huts), with other accommodation Below: Sign posting on the trail.

Right: Magnificent views from the Apuane Alps.

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Italy’s Apaune Alps

Admiring a mountain flower.

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available in mountain villages. While anyone can freedom-walk these mountains, our group was privileged to be guided by Marina and Anthony of Wellington based guiding company Tamarillo Expeditions.

Marina, from Italy, met Anthony on a Fijian sea kayaking tour run by Tamarillo, and the pair have since developed a ten day walking tour of north west Italy, exploring trails and sampling regional foods in Parma, Cinque Terre, Tuscany and lesser known but no less beautiful Elba Island and the Apuane Alps.

Combine Marina’s Italian knowledge and lingo with Anthony’s love of walking, and the result is a most appealing introduction to Italy.

Our Apuane Alps walk began along the Via Francigena pilgrim trail from the 1100 metre “Passo della Croce”.

As we wandered through alpine meadows and beech and chestnut forests, Marina took me back to 990 AD, when Bishop Sigeric of Canterbury walked this very same way to Rome to be consecrated by the Pope. He travelled through the mountains, hiding from the marauders of the populated plains, and made such thorough notes and sketches detailing his route they are still referred to.

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Above: A medieval mountain village where the group received magnificent hospitality.

Below: The 1614 baroque church, where the local priest invited the group in and played the church organ for them.

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The Liguri-Apuani people, subsisting on little more than alpine gardens, wild mushrooms and chestnut flour, built stone churches and shrines to shelter the pilgrims, prolific in numbers until the Great Plague swept across Europe.

In recent years Via Francigena has again become popular, the shrines and churches restored.

We arrived at one such church on a small alpine clearing, where horses and mouflon (wild sheep) grazed beside empty stone cottages. Villagers used to come to these clearing to plant summer gardens, said Marina. For us it was a perfect autumn lunch spot, as Anthony produced from his pack vine-ripened tomatoes, pecorino cheese, salami, fresh focaccia, olives and plums. Later, we supplemented the feast with wild raspberries, blackberries and blueberries, growing along the trail.

We came to another, gentle pass, where Anthony left to retrieve our van and we walked on to a point, overlooking an old marble quarry, where Marina pointed to several vil-

lages in the forested valley below. One of them was Pruno, population 60, where Anthony and Marina had organised our very own medieval, but modernised, apartments.

As we descended the aged, paved path to the village we met a villager searching for funghi porcini (wild mushrooms). Sadly, it seemed we were just too early for the season, but no matter for hidden away in tiny Pruno was Trattoria Il Poveromo. There was no menu here, chef Vasco Batelli created his magic from the seasonal produce available.

And magic it was: antipasti of tomino (soft cheese), cinghiale (wild boar) on polenta, olives and artichokes were followed by ravioli with raddicchio, ricotta and truffle oil, then the meat main of brasato (beef braised in red wine) and all of it “digested” by nocino, a walnut digestif.

Next day our climb to the amazing Monte Forato, a 1200 metre high mountain with a “hole” in its eroded karst summit, was not only a scenic highlight, but also timely exercise to prepare us for the next evening’s creations by Vasco.

Left: At a perfect Autumn luch spot Antony produced a lunch from his pack consisting of local produce. Below: A mountain village in the valley, some with a population only 60.

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Above: View from Kathy’s apartment window of the neighbouring Volegno village.

As we climbed through, then above chestnut forests, past rocky bluffs and deep ravines, Marina told us of the Partisan resistance who hid in caves along this rugged sector of the German defensive Gothic Line in World War Two, and of the local villagers who suffered shocking reprisals for helping them.

We stayed two nights in tiny Pruno and “our” villagers embraced us into their community. The priest invited us into the 1614 baroque church, played the organ for us, explained the history of the aged marble sculptures, then showed us a well-worn stone in the small piazza (square), apparently an alter for pagan sacrifices in ancient, pre-Christian time.

We were also guided inside the village clock tower, built in 1650 and which chimed with punctual precision every hour through the night, right beside my bedroom window.

We departed Pruno the way we’d arrived, on foot, descending another well trodden, paved path, past an old communal chestnut mill to the valley floor and Cardoso. This village has been largely rebuilt since a flash flood, carrying deadly blocks of quarried marble, www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

caused devastation and loss of life in 1996.

Anthony and our van awaited, conveniently at a “norcineria”, a deli/butchery where we lunched on the home made ham products, washed down with a most acceptable chestnut beer, before heading to the Tuscan plains and our next walking destination.

Right: A view through thge eroded hole in the mountain.

Below right: A shrine along the Via Francigena Pilgrim Trail.

Fact File The Apuane Alps are located in north west Tuscany, just 30 kilometres inland from the Tuscan coastal plains.

The nearest major city is Pisa.

Railway lines encircle the Alps and regular bus services connect with mountain villages, which serve as starting points for walking trails.

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Health

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et me tell you about Craig’s success story to illustrate how things can be turned around for the better following years of steadily deteriorating health (Permission granted to use first name and treatment details).

Craig’s main health issue was an unhealthy and elevated cholesterol profile that was first identified in his late 20’s. He came to see me after observing the gradual transformation of one of my clients; and an un-well acquaintance of his, into a trim Latin dancer.

Craig had been on cho- by Gary Moller Dip Ph Ed PG Dip Rehab PG Dip lesterol lowering drugs Sport Med (Otago) FCE Certified (statins) for two and a half years. Although cholesterol reduced from 7.0 to a healthy 4.5, his general state of health was steadily deteriorating. His muscles were weak and they hurt. Although he tried; regular exercise was a chore with little to show in the way of benefit. His waist was bulging. Energy was low.

He described himself as a “sweet toothed lump”. He was only 41 years.

When he came to see me in October 2009, the first action was to commence a 14 day detoxification diet, complete a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis and encourage early morning walks to stoke the metabolic fires for the day. He voluntarily opted to stop taking statin drugs.

Statins have a number of damaging effects deep inside the body that, in my experience more than offset any possible benefits of reduced heart attack risk. The muscle damage and fatigue that is associated with this class of drug is caused principally by depleting the body of Coenzyme Q-10.

Incidentally, more than any other muscle in the body, the heart needs high levels of Q10. Q-10 is essential for cell metabolism, including strong muscle contraction and endurance. Muscle damage by statins is reported more often by physically active people for this reason. There was little doubt that this drug was the cause of the discomfort and fatigue that Craig was experiencing daily. He immediately began a course of Coenzyme Q-10 to reverse the suspected depletion.

He has also been getting weekly massages to relieve the numerous knotted muscles. The legs, particularly the calf muscles, were a mass of painful knots that hindered walking and

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Health

t toothed lump to sword fighter These monthly “Walking New Zealand” magazine columns help show readers how to take command of their health via relatively simple combinations of exercise, diet and some supplements. When done carefully, using good science and lots of patience, the outcomes are sometimes spectacular. other exercise. This has been a long and painful process of rejuvenation for Craig; but the end result is strong and supple muscles that make exercise a joy.

The Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis report indicated a number of subtle things going on that might be contributing to Craig’s health issues, including the underlying cause of his unhealthy cholesterol profile. For cholesterol to be healthy, there needs to be a delicate balance between a number of minerals, including magnesium, copper, zinc, manganese, chromium and selenium.

Please refer to the “Nutritional Elements” charts on this page that show Craig’s readings in November 2009 and the follow up test June 2010 after several months of dietary and supplement intervention.

The charts demonstrate subtle improvements that have translated to the maintenance of cholesterol at just over 4.0 total without medication. Previously, his cholesterol exceeded 7.0 without medication. Craig will continue to monitor his cholesterol with regular blood tests.

Interestingly, the second Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis shows that he is now excreting some lead. This is a welcome finding, indicating health is being restored. We are exposed to toxic elements such as lead, mercury and

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arsenic from sources like tuna, treated timber and even lipstick, hair dye and paint. The ability to neutralize and excrete these as quickly as they enter the body depends on our general state of health.

As Craig’s health has improved, it appears he is cleansing his body of lead which may have been accumulating over many years. Even tiny amounts of lead may harm the nervous system, inflame the arteries, cause joint pain and encourage osteoporosis by displacing calcium. We just don’t want any lead in the body at all.

Craig’s change in body composition has been dramatic: He has had to buy a whole new wardrobe! Gone is the gut that has been replaced by a slim six pack. Body weight has dropped about 15kg down to a lean 75kg.

Fatness has dropped from over 20% to an athletic 17%.

Craig has a renewed zest for life; he is now a daily walker and weekly participant in the strange art of traditional sword fighting.

Sword fighting was previously heavily attenuated due to his constantly suffering muscle and ligament strains while swinging broad swords and rapiers overhead. This is no longer the case.

Have no fear, Fair Maiden in distress - Craig is galloping to the rescue!

Craig at 79kgs.

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Over 1000 participants entered the annual Manawatu Striders Half Marathon, 10km and 5km events in Palmerston North in August.

Walking conditions were ideal for walkers.

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AUTC helps to expand Ark in the Park

From Kay Lindley

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uckland University Tramping Club is helping to expand the Ark in the Park baiting area.

Great progress has been made on the expansion into the water catchment of the Waitakere reservoir since approval and the support of Watercare was given. Navigating of lines through this southwest expansion had already been done and only the attaching of bait stations and placing of bait remained.

With three tramping club huts in this general area, it seemed logical to enlist club aid with the potential for longer-term care of a sector near each hut.

The Auckland University Tramping Club hut, scene of many a raucous gathering, was now the base for the day.

Supplies of bait, bait stations, a gas BBQ, and lunch supplies had all been brought up by quad bike and were awaiting volunteers after the trek from the car park. Snatches of conversation overheard – for example, on useful compounds from marine sponges, or the social history of heritage areas, or pre-med studies – reflected the varying academic background of the students.

Sixteen keen, but mainly inexperienced students paired up with Ark in the park volunteers. After hip chain counters to measure the bait station intervals were doled out, and equipment placed in packs, they were off in all directions.

Extending some bait lines across the Ridge Road track so that the hut was within a control zone meant that the hut would be less likely to harbour rodents. Rats had previously gnawed into the hut locker, dining on various directories and other club papers so their control would be a big plus for the club.

The marginal weather soon deteriorated to the forecast downpour just as all parties but one returned. Hot soup, sausages, and bever-

ages in the shelter of the hut were greatly appreciated, although conversation was near impossible with the heavy rain on the corrugated iron roof.

With the rain slightly easing, a brisk retreat was made, the clay-laden rivulets marking the tracks. The remaining group, thoroughly damp, soup-less but cheerful, was gathered up en route.

The leader of the students on the day said the group had an awesome if somewhat wet day and they were all keen to get out again.

The AUTC hut on the Waitakere Ranges is called Ongaruankuku or O’nuku for short.

Ongaruankuku translates most appropriately to ‘Meeting Place of the Wizards’.

O’nuku is used regularly for events such as the clubs Orientation Camp, Bush School, Hut Birthday Party, Christmas Party and a base for many excursions into the Waitakere Ranges. O’nuku was originally a derelict timber camp cookhouse known as ‘Simla Hut’.

In 1944 AUTC struck a deal to obtain ownership of the hut from Auckland City Council. The hut was finally opened on the 27th of August 1944 after an extended period of wrecking, building, decorating and glazing. It is still maintained by enthusiastic club members in their spare time and many, many weekends have been spent working on it.

And for a chance to walk in the Ark in the Park area, don’t forget HealthWEST PHO’s series of Wednesday Walks. Be in quick as these walks fill very quickly and people miss out.

For brochures and registration forms for these wonderful walks contact Kay Lindley, phone 09 837 8820 or 027 274 2280, or email: kay@healthwest.co.nz

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he term metatarsalgia is a general de scription for pain in the fore foot (ball of the foot) however there are several conditions that occur when the mechanics of the foot during walking are out of sinc that can be very painful.

Ideally a clinician would be able to identify more specifically the symptom and cause of the problem, but the foot is very intricate and sometimes a range of structures become involved

by Rangimarie and need treating.

Whatley The role of the fore foot is to stabilise the foot when the heel lifts off the ground assisting in the transfer of weight as the body travels over the foot.

One foot remains on the ground holding all our body weight while the other swings through the air then strikes the ground heel first. When the heel lifts off the ground weight is transferred through the midfoot to the ball of the foot which needs to be stable as the toes reach the ground enabling the body to move forward.

You can do this yourself slowly to feel how the transfer loads the foot and toes. Stand on one foot and rise up onto tip toes to feel the weight. The body does this action with every gait (walking) cycle we take.

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ot pain - what’s that?

There are 19 bones – five metatarsals, 14 phalanges (toes) and two sesamoids, which have muscles, tendons and ligaments inserting into them. Each has a role to play in aiding stability.

In between the layers of muscles and tendons run a vast network of veins, arteries and nerves and rely on the fat pads covering the ball of the foot and underneath the toes for protection. This is amazing natural engineering!!!!

If the foot cannot function as it is designed it compensates so that the body still travels forward but over time the changes start to affect us. These changes are seen as bunions, clawtoe, hammer toes, abnormal bony lumps, callous and corns.

They are not always a bother to us until we feel pain, which is a shame as the visual changes are telling us that something is wrong.

Ill fitting footwear, certain activities e.g. ballet sport, medical conditions and trauma can contribute to the abnormalities and pain.

What are some of these conditions?

Intermetatarsal bursitis – bursa are cushions of fluid that provide protection from friction where two structures may rub together e.g. bone to bone or tendon over bone. The bursa may become inflamed when there is irritation it can be very painful, swollen and tender to weight bearing or palpation.

An example of this is climbing stairs or up hill when the body’s weight travels over the joint especially the 2/3rd toes. It can be seen where the 2nd toe is clawing (the toe is pulled back and bent) so that the whole weight of the foot pivots on this joint just before toe off.

Neuroma (nerve) – this is more common between the 3rd – 4th toes (interspace) but can occur between the other toes. Pain is sharp, can be excruciating and maybe accompanied with a burning numbness.

The cause can be from the two bones (metatarsals) squeezing the nerves that travel between the bones together every time the body rolls over the fore foot. Over time the nerves thicken with fibrous tissue from the constant squeezing until hard or knotty tissue forms and then the squeeze really hurts!

Feet squeezed into shoes that are too tight across the fore foot are a recipe for pain! No not just fashion shoes, men’s business shoes that may have a seam across the shoe, your sport shoe – laces too tight? Or just the way you walk. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

Treatment maybe as easy as changing the way you tie your laces, lose the shoes, orthotics if it is they way you walk or surgery if extreme.

Sesamoiditis – the sesamoids sit under the base of the big toe, they are two bones that act as shock absorbers for the big toe as we are supposed to transfer our weight through to the big toe at propulsion (our foot leaving the ground).

They sit with ligaments holding them in place and have a very important tendon run-

contribute.

The pain maybe pin point in feeling with swelling and is worse when walking or standing on it.

It can occur in any of the bones where there is excessive loading but is more common in the 2nd – 3rd metatarsals because of the way they load as we walk and if the weight transfer is not as it should be.

High (and not so high) heeled shoes place excessive load over the foot as does ballet, high jump or rock climbing.

Latterly bare foot running or using the five fingered running shoe has lead to some people developing a stress fracture to the 3rd metatarsal. An x-ray may aid confirmation of a stress fracture and appropriate treatment commenced.

Clawtoe, Hammer toe – I won’t go into the way these are formed in this article but the result of there presence means that the heads of the metatarsals point to the ground and the fat pad is pulled forward leaving the bone unprotected - no shock absorption.

This can become very painful especially if the pressure and friction results in callous and corns. It can feel like walking on tiny sharp stones every step. Pain can be relieved with removing the callous, corns, addressing the foot mechanics and footwear as well as surgery if appropriate.

Well who would have thought that all of the above is affected by the way we walk!!

I am constantly amazed at the intricacies of the foot and how well it is designed, with care and exercise we can keep it functioning to give us healthy steps - have a good look at your feet, seek help if you don’t like the way they feel. www.performpodiatry.co.nz.

ning between them. This tendon flexes or bends the toe down.

Excessive pressure over this area may cause pain and inflammation which maybe present just by moving the big toe up and down but can be worse when walking or running.

The cause can be trauma to the toe e.g. rolling over when on tip toe, wearing high heeled shoes, or just the way you walk. The constant irritant (walking or running) can result in a chronic overuse resulting in a stress fracture.

Can’t get rid of that pain!!!!

X-rays will help to Back, leg, foot again! diagnose a fracture or Numb, black & blue toes again! if all is needed is off Lumps ‘n bumps again! loading of weight with orthotics, advising on Dilworth Clinic Rd 122 Remuera Perform Podiatry Can Help.

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Auckland ACC Provider Stress fractures – P. 523 2333 Member of Podiatry New Zealand are mostly caused by F. 520 5482 Monday to Friday | Saturday morning excessive repetitive M. 021 419 829 Flexible hours to accommodate trauma of which faulty E. rangimarie@performpodiatry.co.nz patients’ busy work schedules foot mechanics (just www.performpodiatry.co.nz the way we walk!) may Walking New Zealand, issue no 153 - 2010

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CONTENTS for previous 14 issues SEPTEMBER 2010 152 4 Walk talk 6 NZ walk: Iconic Te Rewa Rewa Bridge opens 8 NZ event: The other side of Matakana 9 Kiwi programme benefits 10 Guidelines for outdoor access published 12 High achiever: Healthy feels good!

13 Motivation: Life changing habits 14 NZ Walk: Bridal Veil Falls 16 NZ Walk: Howath Memorial Wetlands 18 Overseas walks: Gold Coast Federation walk 21 Digital Photo Contest winners 22 NZ walk: Enchantment on the Kaituna Walkway 27 NZwalk: Chelsea Park Heritage walk 28 Overseas walk: Tipperary - here we come!

32 Books: Field Guide to Wild New Zealand, Sydney Free & Dirt Cheap 33 Health: Big toe pain a sign 34 Event: Record field and fast racing in Christchurch 35 Event: Harbour Capital Marathon celebtrates 25 years 36 Window on Waitakere: A day in the life of B94055 36 Podiatry: Tarsal Tunnel syndrome 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for September 40 NZ coming events 42 Overseas coming events 44 Nordic Walking: What Nordic Walking and walking does for your body 44 Nordic Walking: Events 46 NZ Walking Shop 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 DOC cleans up the Navy in the Bay 56 Off Road Half Marathon Taupo AUGUST 2010 151 4 Walk talk 6 NZ walk: Onepoto Domain 8 New Zealand walk: Tupare Garden walks 9 Kiwi programme benefits 10 NZ walk: Pauanui Hill - a walk for all seasons 11 Digital Photo Contest winners 12 Event: Fifteen times for Taupo Half Marathon icon 13 Motivation: Success supporters 14 Event: An Autumn Muster walking with the shepherd 18 Event: Seniors three day walking adventure 22 NZ walk: Hiking in the Tararuas 28 Overseas walks: Walking in northern Crete 31 High achievers: How Green Prescription helped these two women 32 Readers views: Walking the Camino de Santiago trial 32 Health: Achilles tendon pain - or is it?

34 NZ walk: Manawatu Estuary:walks in an unique area 36 Window on Waitakere: Worth their weight in gold 36 Podiatry: Wobbling down the hills or stairs 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for August 40 New Zealand coming events 42 Overseas coming events 44 Nordic Walking: Nordic Walking as a tool after hip replacement 44 Nordic Walking: Events 46 Event: Record numbers in Curves to Curves 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 K-Swiss Rotorua Ekiden 56 Mizuno Half Marathon - Taupo JULY 2010 150 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Mount Maunganui Base Walk 11 Digital Photo Contest winners 12 New Zealand walk: Why was Mission Station in such a

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13 Motivation: Winning decisions 14 Event: Challenge yourself in New Zealand’s fastest growing marathon 14 Working for you while you walk 16 NZ walk: A glimpse of paradise?

20 New Zealand walk: Improved track opens on Paritutu Rock 20 Overseas walks: Sunken garden a top short walk 22 Walking group celebrates 10 years 23 Event: Great NZ Trek stage 5 ends in a surprize 26 Overseas walks: Walking the new Danube Pathway 31 High achiever: Wake-up call for once active 36 year old 32 Walking groups encouraged to enter event 32 Health: Is hair dye making you sick?

34 Altitude training for the lads at DOC Taranaki 35 Long walk: Walking the World 36 Window on Waitakere: What is P. T. A.?

36 Event: New timing system for Moro 25th event 37 Podiatry: Cramp hurts - why?

38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for July 40 New Zealand coming events 42 Overseas coming events 44 Event: Record entries at new venue 46 Nordic Walking: What is Nordic Walking?

46 Nordic Walking: Events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 K-Swiss Rotorua Ekiden 56 Mizuno Half Marathon - Taupo JUNE 2010 149 4 Walk talk 6 NZ walk: A hiking week away in Central North Island 9 Event: Taupo adds new event to walking portfolio 10 Books: Drawing the Waitakere Coast - Wild about London Parks 11 Digital Photo Contest winners 12 High achiever: Rose finds inspiration with Green Prescription 13 Motivation: High vibe Winter 14 New Zealand walk: Hamurana Springs Reserve walk 17 New Zealand walk: Walking up the Wilkin 21 New Zealand walk: Pohangina Wetlands walk 24 New Zealand walk: Tuff Crater 26 Overseas walks: Holy Year for Spain’s pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago 30 New Zealand walk: Bledisloe Park to Old West Road walk 31 Podiatry: When to treat Bunions 32 Health: Good nutrition key to healthy lifestyle 34 Window on Waitakere: Expansion of Ark in the Park 34 Long walk: Walking the World 36 Event: Martinborough Round the Vines 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for June 40 New Zealand coming events 42 Overseas coming events 45 Nordic Walking: Walk away back pain the Nordic way 46 Nordic Walking: Events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 56 Harbour Capital Marathon MAY 2010 148 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Te Waihou Walkway and Spring 9 Te Araroa Trail: New Mt Richmond Forest Park on Te Araroa Trail 10 High achiever: How Green Prescription helped Joanne Paul 11 Digital Photo contest winners 12 Te Araroa Trail: Sir Stephen Tindall backs the trail 13 Motivation: Get accountable with numbers 14 New Zealand walk: Hooked on the Hooker 16 High achiever: Aiming to reach 100 marathons 17 New Zealand walk: Wilkies Pools Loop Track 18 New Zealand walk: Easy and challenging walks in OtariWilton’s Bush

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22 Little Barrier - Island of hope and glory 26 Overseas walks: On foot in Slovenia’s Julian Alps 31 Sealink announces Barrier breakaway fares 32 Books: Great Kiwi outdoor camping guide 32 Health: Downsides of antiinflammatory drugs 34 Window on Waitakere: Curiouser and curiouser 34 Long walk: Walking the World 36 Important to register you PLB 36 Walk2Work day a success 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for May 40 New Zealand coming events 46 Nordic Walking: Events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 SBS Christchurch Marathon 56 Pak - A - Roo APRIL 2010 147 4 Walk talk 6 Coromandel walking festival 8 NZ walk: Westmere Walkway 10 High achiever: Merita Orgias just loves to walk 11 Digital Photo contest winners 12 New Zealand walk: Hillsborough Bay circuit 13 Motivation: Get competitive 14 NZ walk: A right royal walk 17 NZ walk: Taieri Gorge Rail Walk 18 New Zealand walk: Waihi Beach to Houmunga Bay 20 Reader’s views: Best way to see a place is on foot 21 Window on Waitakere: Roving robins 22 New Zealand walk: Fantastic ferns of Peel Forest 23 New Rotorua walking trail 24 New Striders course popular 26 Books: Which native fern?, Which native tree?

Majestic New Zealand 27 Famous wall illuminated 28 Overseas walk: One Track For All 31 Explore Lake Tekapo High Country on snow shoes 32 Health: How to get fit for a challenging multi-day walk 34 Event: New walking festival has walks for everyone 35 Long walk: Walking the World 36 Te Araroa Trail: Cool, clear, water now at 90 Mile Beach 36 Podiatry: Painful toes - shoes?

38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for April 40 New Zealand coming events 46 Nordic Walking: Events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 Huntly Half Marathon 56 SBS Christchurch Marathon MARCH 2010 146 4 Walk talk 6 NZ walk: Waikato River walk 8 New Zealand walk: Tama Lakes Walk - something for everyone 11 Digital Photo contest winners 12 Te Araroa Trail: Prime Minister open Pirongia 13 Motivation: Just do it!

14 New Zealand walk: The Hidden Treasures Trail - a 40km journey to remember through Rodney 16 NZ walk: Seeing in the new year at Sign of the Packhorse 18 News: Governor General opens Hilliary Trail 20 Road through Molesworth open till Easter 21 Window on Waitakere: Hihi happenings 22 New Zealand walks: The Catlins: an area of walks of great contrast and natural beauty 27 New Zealand walk: Waipohatu Track receives a make-over 28 Overseas walks: Hiking along the World Heritage Hinterland trails 32 Event: Event for walkers in Cape Brett Challenge 32 Health: How to reduce fluid retention 34 Event: Walking in the Rotorua Marathon 35 Long walk: Walking the World 36 Event: New walking festival set for launch 36 Podiatry: Spots can kill you Melanoma it’s not what you think 39 Weather forecast for March 40 New Zealand coming events 46 Nordic Walking: Events

47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 56 Shoe Clinic Harbour Capital Marathon FEBRUARY 2010 145 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Getting into hot water on The Barrier 8 New Zealand walk: Meandering around Moeraki 11 Photo contest winners 12 High achiever: Raelene reaches for the Summit 13 Motivation: Annual lifestyle check-up 14 New Zealand walk: Hiking Te Araroa tracks in the King Country 16 New Zealand walk: Manawatu Gorge tracks 19 News: The Central Gold Rush 20 Overseas walks: Experience Nepal and help a charity 21 Event: NZ’s longest running and walking relay 22 New Zealand walks: Mangawhai Walking Festival 24 Overseas walks: Mt Tamborine National Park walks 28 Overseas walks: Menorcan adventure 31 Window on Waitakere: Geckos and skinks in park 32 Event: 27th Half Marathon aims to be a fun event 32 Health: How to treat grazing and bruising naturally 34 Why Gary loves to walk 35 Walking the World 36 New Zealand walk: Onetangi meanderings 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for February 40 New Zealand coming events 44 Overseas coming events 46 Nordic Walking: Events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 ACC NZ Masters Games Dunedin 56 Great New Zealand Trek JANUARY 2010 144 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Thames Coastal Walkway 10 Photo contest winners 11 New Zealand walk: Auckland’s Kauri Point Centennial ParkNews: Guidelines for outdoor access drafted 12 New Zealand walk: Award winning Coastal Walkway 15 Walker loves Waiheke’s Wharf2Wharf 15 Fourteen members over 80 years of age 16 New Zealand walk: Exploring the huge expanse of Mesopotamia Station 19 New Zealand walk: Lake Ellery Track reopens 20 Overseas walks: Patagonia walking in the land of giants 25 Books: Let’s go Camping 25 Books: A Wee Walk in the Wilderness 26 High achiever: Dropped from size 22 to 14 27 Overseas walk: Whitsunday Peak - walk 28 Overseas walks: Mont Blanc one of the world’s classic mountain walks 34 Health: Think before you get a bike 35 Window on Waitakere: Track improvements 36 Nordic Walking:Jan Petrie - From wheelchair to golfer 36 Nordic Walking: Events 39 Weather forecast for January 40 New Zealand coming events 45 Event: Sunset Coast Walk planned for February 46 Event: Great Barrier Marathon a “must do” 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 ACC NZ Masters Games Dunedin 56 Great New Zealand Trek DECEMBER 2009 143 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Ara Harakeke - a brisk walk in the footsteps of Te Rauparaha 10 Photo contest winners 11 News: Guidelines for outdoor access drafted 12 New Zealand walk: New trail to honour Sir Ed 14 New Zealand walk: Short and long walks in the Haast 16 Achiever: How walking improved mum’s career prospects 17 News: New Zealand moves to

new official maps 18 New products: Personal locator beacon tested for extreme heights Drink bottle made from vegetable starch 18 New Zealand walks: Landscapes feature of Central Hawkes Bay walks 20 Training: Time to get out and enjoy the scenery 20 Podiatry: Fitness walking: not just one foot in front of the other 22 Overseas walks: Walk the West of Ireland 26 Overseas walks: Burleigh Head National Park 29 Te Araroa Trail: New link track 30 Window on Waitakere: Translocation of birds in Arc in the Park project 31 Books: Galapalos - preserving Darwin’s legacy: 101 Must-Do Weekends 32 Event: Exciting changes to Wharf2Wharf event 34 Health: Pros and cons of Cortisone 35 Nordic Walking: From stove top to mountain top 36 Nordic Walking in rehabilitation 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for December 40 New Zealand coming events 45 Event: Great Forest Levin events 46 Event: Moro Marathon events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 56 Land Information New Zealand NOVEMBER 2009 142 4 Walk talk 6 Event: Buggy walks - a social outing for parents 8 New Zealand walk: Branch Road walkway reopens 9 Motivation: Keeping a Training Journal 10 New Zealand walk: Blue and Green Lake walks 13 Photo contest winners 14 New Zealand walk: Richmond Trail - another Tekapo attraction 16 New Zealand walk: A taste of the Tararuas 19 Window on Waitakere: A great breeding season for Robins 20 New Zealand walk: See Abel Tasman National Park with the locals 22 High achiever: Ali Davis is a champion 22 Podiatry: Wart’s n all 24 Overseas walks: Walking Spain’s Camino de Santiago Pilgrim Trail 30 New Zealand walk: Haurata discover the pleasures of living in the remote hills of Gisborne 34 Reader’s views - Likes back to basics articles 35 Health: Knee pain more common in women 36 Nordic Walking events 36 Nordic Walking: Nordic Walking and why it could interest you 38 Index over previous 14 issues 39 Weather forecast for November 40 New Zealand coming events 44 Overseas coming events 45 Event: Round the Bridges reaches new milestone 46 Event: Both Taupo events popular with walkers 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 55 Southland Marathon 56 Land Information New Zealand OCTOBER 2009 141 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Hamilton Gardens - Paradise Collection 10 Readers views: Spelling of Raglan mountain name; Reader in Niger 11 My favourite walk: Uplifting walk in Papamoa 12 New Zealand walk: Waikanae to Otaihanga Reserve 14 New Zealand walk: Bluff Hill Walkway 16 High achiever: Know someone who deserves a medal?

17 Te Araroa Trail: Track runs through Conservation Park 18 Photo contest winners 19 High achiever: Young boy’s inspiration 19 News: Fiordland no exception to avalanche activity 20 Overseas walks: Auswalk expands its unique experience 20 Podiatry: Are you prepared to complete your event intact?

22 New Zealand walk: Dawson Falls walk in winter 24 Event: Record fields and fast racing in SBS Marathon 26 Overseas walks: Lago del Garda -

Rambling Italy’s largest lake 32 Living Streets Aoteroa: Quiet revolution on Otara streets 32 Event: The Great Barrier Island secret is out 34 Health: Joint care supplementswhich is best?

35 Nordic Walking: Festival of Walking in Move It Month 36 Nordic Walking events 36 Nordic Walking: Nordic Nannas: nail half marathon 39 Weather forecast for October 40 New Zealand coming events 43 Overseas coming events 46 Event: Record walking in the Capital 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 56 Southland Marathon SEPTEMBER 2009 140 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: Coast to Coast 10 New Zealand walk: Sharplin Falls Track 12 New Zealand walk: Sledge Track - a walkway adventure 15 Training: Ready to walk 16 My favourite walk: Clevedon Scenic Reserve 17 High achiever: Man with donated heart walks half marathons 18 Photo contest winners 19 Motivation - Beat exercise boredom 20 Reader views: Rapaki Hillside walks - Bibbulmun Track 20 Podiatry: Can you balance on one foot?

22 News: What is Geocaching?

22 Window on Waitakere: Hihi success rewarded 23 Event; A century of marathons 24 New Zealand walk: Wetland area opened up for walkers 26 Subscription prizes 27 New Zealand walk: Botanic Garden has new Braille trail 28 Overseas walks: Stride into the Sunshine Coast’s first Festival of Walks 30 Overseas walks: Sunshine Coast short walks 32 Overseas walks: Hinterland Great Walk 34 Te Araroa Trail: The Whangamarino Track 35 Health: Benefits of regular use of a sauna 36 Nordic Walking: Calendar 36 Nordic Walking: International recognition for local coach 39 Weather forecast for September 40 New Zealand coming events 42 Overseas coming events 47 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country Breaks 56 Taupo Half Marathon AUGUST 2009 139 4 Walk talk 6 New Zealand walk: The Mangawhai Connector 8 High Achiever: Sweet 16 even sweeter for Taupo organiser 9 High achiever: 67 year old walks first marathon 10 New Zealand walk: Bream Coast - Paradise revisited 15 A beginners guide to starting a walking group 16 New Zealand walk: Okarito entering the realm of the world’s rarest kiwi 18 Photo contest winners 19 Motivation - The pressure to perform 20 New products: New socks with foot protection without the weight 20 Waikaremoana Unveiled 21 Podiatry: Ankle strength 22 Event: The Great NZ Trek - a sense of adventure 26 Subscription prizes 27 Books: Days Walk in New Zealand; Off the Beaten Track; Live, Work and Play in Australia 28 Overseas walk: An Iran walk- but first find your river 32 Event: Curves to Curves 34 Health: What is the cause of most ailments?

36 Keeping the ‘Winter blues’ at bay 36 Nordic Walking:Walking calendar 37 Nordic Walking: Do it yourself Nordic walking programme 39 Weather forecast for August 40 High achiever: Walking the World 42 New Zealand coming events 46 Overseas walks and tours 48 There’s a walking group near you 52 Great Country BreaksC 56 Taupo Half Marathon www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

OCTOBER WEATHER FORECAST From October 1 to October 31 2010 Daily Summary 1st-3rd October Southwesterlies prevail.

4th-11th October A westerly change brings unsettled conditions with depressions and variable winds from the 5th and a return of cold southerlies by the 8th. Another depression brings southeasterlies to the North Island from the 9th while an anticyclone brings settled weather to the South Island.

Over the next four week period, the unusually cold conditions persist with few of the northwesters more typical for the time of the year. Spring is therefore off to a slow start this year, with the east coast of the South Island one of the coldest regions together with the central North Island.

Unsettled weather may predominate with depressions continuing to track over the North Island.

Parts of Northland, west Otago and Southland may have less than half of their average rainfall but there may be at least twice the average rain amounts in Hawkes Bay and other east coast regions from Gisborne to Wairarapa.

Sunshine hours may be below average in most areas particularly the southwest of the North Island, Marlborough and Nelson. These weather patterns accompany a lack of warm northwesters, and in their place two or three depressions tracking across the North Island bringing cold cloudy easterlies to the east coast.

12th October Northwest winds bring rain and windy conditions across the North Island.

13th October Change to southeast winds, turning southerly by 14th.

14th October Bad weather, snow and wind at Ruapehu may temporarily close the field. However, about 10cm of new snow is expected.

16th Octopber Winds abate and weather clears across North Island.

17th October Almost perfect skiing over next few days at Tongariro, with snow base around 4 metres. Fine weather, clear skies, firm morning snow softer by afternoon. Turoa snow base may be 3.5 meters.

Change to northerlies brings developing cloudy periods.

19th October Change to northeasterlies across North Island.

21st October Change to northwesterlies, then strengthening southerly by 23rd, likely to remain southerly until 27th.

25th October Heavy rainfall in the Gisborne region.

26th October Three days of heavy rain in the lower North Island may bring floods and slips to Wairarapa and Hutt Valley. Gale force winds may affect Wellington and delay ferry crossings. Snow and ice may close the Desert Road. Thousands of recently shorn sheep in Hawkes Bay and Manawatu may die from cold.

Some Manawatu farmers may have not yet recovered from heavy rain that started in July.

28th October Winds abate, clear skies for most districts.

30th October Brief sunny weather may be replaced by more rain and four days of northerlies from a depression developing in the northwest Tasman Sea and moving onto the North Island, bringing rain and cold winds to Hawkes Bay, Gisborne and Wairarapa.

Allow 24-hr error to all forecasts. Skewing may occur around 7th(perigee), 8th(new moon), 19th(apogee),and 23rd(full moon). www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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Coming events

NEW ZEALAND EVENTS SEPTEMBER 2010 1 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 1 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 4 Shoe Clinic Hawkes Bay Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km, Hastings 4 Whangamata Run Walk Festival Half Marathon, 10.2km & 5.7km, Whangamata 4 Shoe Clinic Hawkes Bay Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km Havelock North 4 Stars of Tiritiri Guided Night Walk, Tiritiri Matangi

Annual Downhill Walking 2010 a 3 hour gentle downhill walk Saturday 13 November 2010

4 Ruamahanga Ramblers Gladstone, Wairarapa 4 The Frontrunner Series 5km, & 10km, Queenstown 4 Xterra Auckland Trail Running Series, 19km, 12km & 6km, Whangaparaoa, Auckland 5 Mizuno Off-Road Half Marathon & 10.6km, Taupo 5 Life Flight Charity Fun Run/Walk, 3.8km & 7.6km Masterton 5 Kinloch Quarter Marathon, Taupo 8 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 9 Brooks Shoe Clinc 5km Series, Lower Hutt 11 Kaikoura Surburban Half Marathon, 10km & 2km, Kaikoura 11 Marton to Wanganui Relay 66.3km, Marton 12 Moro Marathon, Half Marathon & 15km, Dunedin 12 Waste Works Whangarei Run/Walk Festival, Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km, Whangarei 12 Sri Chinmoy Auckland Run/Walk Series, 20km, 10km, & 5km, Auckland

County Fayre

Pohangina, Manawatu Start times from 8.30am to 12 noon $12.00 adults, $5.00 per child and children under five free Price includes bus to start and lunch at County Fayre Cafe

Contact Pat Bowers 06-329-4759

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SATURDAY 21st APRIL 2011 NZ No. 1 OFF ROAD EVENTS Two circuit Marathon course run/ walk Half Marathon course run/walk 10km & 5km fun run/walk

Medals for all finishers Early Bird Entry Prize Enter by Friday 18 March 2011

Visit our website: www.greatforest.org.nz Email: events@greatforest.org.nz Phone 06 368 2749

15 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 15 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 18 Abel Tasman Coastal Classic, 36km, Abel Tasman National Park, Marahau 18 Stars of Tiritiri Guided Night Walk, Tiritiri Matangi 18 The Lydiard Legend & Arthur’s Half Marathon, Waitakere City 19 Pelorus Trust Half Marathon & 10km, Petone 19 Oxford Country Classic Half Marathon & 12km, Oxford 21 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 22 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 22 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 24-26 The NZ Outdoor Adventure Expo, Christchurch 25 Ruamahanga Ramblers Child Cancer Handicap Half Marathon, Belvedere Hall, Wairarapa 26 Onehunga Half Marathon, 16km, 10km & 5km, Onehunga, Auckland 28 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 29 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 30 10km in the Domain, Auckland

OCTOBER 2010 2 Sri Chinmoy 6-12-24 Hour Track Races, Auckland 2 Nature Valley Tikitapu Trail Half Marathon & 10km, Rotorua 3 SBS Bank Hamilton Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Hamilton 3 30th Taranaki Daily News Half Marathon, New Plymouth 3 Sri Chinmoy 10km, 56km & 2km, Christchurch 3 Kaitaia Run Walk, 12km & 4km, Kaitaia 5 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 6 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 6 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 7 10km in the Domain, Auckland 9 Great Barrier Wharf to Wharf, 38.6km, Great Barrier Island 9 The Frontrunner Series,10km, Queenstown 10 Wairarapa Country Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km, Masterton 10 Waitakere Charity Fun Run & Half Marathon & 11km, Henderson 10 Volcanoes Challenge, Onehunga 12 10km in the Domain, Auckland 13 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 14 10km in the Domain, Auckland 16 Subway Dun Run, 25km, Nelson 17 Morrinsville College Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Morrinsville 17 Riverrun Trail Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Wanaka 17 Volcanoes Challenge, 5km, Auckland 18-20 New Zealand Recreation Association Conference, Wellington 19 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 20 The Rat Race 5km, Milford

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Coming Events 20 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 21 10km in the Domain, Auckland 23 Lodge to Lodge Half Marathon & 10km, Mount Lyford, North Canterbury 23 Twizel Hard labour Pyramid Run, 10.2km, Twizel 26 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 27 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 27 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 28 10km in the Domain, Auckland 30 Stirling Sports Waimea Half Marathon, Rabbit Island, Richmond 31 Adidas Auckland Marathon & Half Marathon, 10.5km & 5km, Auckland

NOVEMBER 2010 2 3 3 4 6 6

O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland The Rat Race 5km, Milford Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 10km in the Domain, Auckland 56th Feilding Marathon, Feilding The Frontrunner Series, Half Marathon & 10km, Queenstown 6 Speights West Coaster Marathon, 28km & 18km, Auckland 7 Napier City Pak’nSave Half Maratghon, 10km & 5km, Napier 9 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 10 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 10 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 11 10km in the Domain, Auckland 12 Steelformers Around the Mountain Relay, 150km, New Plymouth 13 Rimutaka Incline Fun Run & Walk, 17km, Kaitoke 13 Te Araroa Walk New Zealand in a Day 14 Bay of Plenty Energy Tois Challenge 18km,

Whakatane 14 Brookfield Bog Challenge, 4km, 12km & 8km, Wainuiomata 14 Thames Save The Children Fun Run/Walk, Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Thames 16 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 17 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 17 The Frontrunner Off Road Series The Godley Head Runout, Christchurch 17 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 18 10km in the Domain, Auckland 20 Kerikeri Half Marathon, Kerikeri 20 Lake Hood Half Marathon, Ashburton 20 Molesworth 84km, Molesworth 21 66th Round the Bridges, 12km & 6km, Hamilton 21 Sri Chinmoy 12km Walk, Christchurch 23 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 24 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 24 The Frontrunner Off Road Series The Evans Pass Runover, Christchurch 24 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 25 10km in the Domain, Auckland 27 Catch Me If You Can Run, 24km Mountain Race, Methern 27-28 Kahuterawa Classic, Palmerston North 27 The Movember Run, 5km & 10km, Auckland 28 ADRA Charity Run, Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Auckland 28 West Coaster, Auckland 30 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland

DECEMBER 2010 1 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 1 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson

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RIMUTAKA RAILWAY 17km FUN RUN & WALK 25th Anniversary SATURDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2010 Starts at Wellington Kart Club track, Kaitoke, (9km north of Upper Hutt), and finishes at Cross Creek (near Lake Wairarapa)

Sunday 14th November 2010

HALF MARATHON 10KM & 5KM RUN/WALK

A fun run and walk over the scenic and historic old Upper Hutt to Featherston Fell Railway line through the Rimutaka Ranges.

Can be negotiated by any reasonably fit walker or runner.

Entry up to 6 November: $30.00 Entry after 7 November: $35.00

Online entry: via http:// www.trenthamunited.co.nz

Enquiries: rimutakarun@yahoo.co.nz

Trentham United Harriers & Walkers Club PO Box 40 357 Upper Hutt www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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Coming events 2 10km in the Domain, Auckland 4 Marlborough Marathon, Half Marathon & 10km, Blenheim 7 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 8 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 8 Waitakere Tri Club 5km, Henderson 9 10km in the Domain, Auckland

11 3 Bridges Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Wanganui 12 Sri Chinmoy 100km, 50km, 25km & 10km, Christchurch 12 Westfield Albany Lakes Summer Series, 10km, 5km & 2km, Albany 13-14 Warkworth Walking Weekend, Warkworth 14 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 15 The Rat Race 5km, Milford 16 10km in the Domain, Auckland 19 Sri Chimony Christmas Dash 10km, Christchurch 21 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 23 10km in the Domain, Auckland

4-13 NZ Masters Games, Wanganui 5 The Great Cranleigh Kauri Run, 32km & 13km, Coromandel 8 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 10 10km in the Domain, Auckland 13 Asics Shoe Clinic Killer Mountain Run/Walk, 30km, 21km, 12km 7.5km, Glen Massey 13 Botany Town Centre Summer Fun Run/

Coley Street School Run/Walk Half Marathon,10km, 5km, 2km 21 November 2010

JANUARY 2011

CHARITY RUN 2010 Sunday 28th November 2010

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8 10km in the Domain, Auckland 11 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 13 10km in the Domain, Auckland 15 Fullers Wharf to Wharf Fun Run/Walk, 25km, 13km, 12km & 7km, Waiheke Island 15 Orewa Beach Dash for Cash, 5km, Orewa 16 Westfield Albany Lakes Summer Series, 10km, 5km & 2km, Albany 18 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 20 10km in the Domain, Auckland 22 Blackball Hilton Croesus Crossing, 25km, Barrytown 25 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 27 10km in the Domain, Auckland 29 Jumbo Holdsworth Trail Race, 24km & 12km, Masterton

Great spot prizes, scenic route Wheelchair / Pushchair friendly Contact: Nicola 06 363 8002 or socks@coleystreet.school.nzfor more information.

9th Annual Morrinsville College

FEBRUARY 2011

Sunday 17 October 2010

1 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 3 10km in the Domain, Auckland

Phone 07-889-6336 (Evening) Email: joan@farmside.co.nz

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Coming events Walk Series, 10km & 5km, Botanty Town Centre 13 Westfield Albany Lakes Summer Series, 10km, 5km & 2km, Albany 15 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 17 10km in the Domain, Auckland 19 Riverrun Trail Series, 14.3km, Wanaka 22 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 24 10km in the Domain, Auckland 27 Coatsville Classic Half Marathon, 8km & 2km, Coatsville, Auckland

Ready for this?

MARCH 2011 1 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 3 10km in the Domain, Auckland 8 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 10 10km in the Domain, Auckland 15 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 17 10km in the Domain, Auckland 19-20 IWL International Two Day Walk, 30km, 20km & 10km, Rotorua 22 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 24 10km in the Domain, Auckland 27 Run Auckland Series, 10km & 5km, Remuera, Auckland 29 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland

APRIL 2011 2 Great Forest Marathon, Half Marathon 10km & 5km, Waitarere Beach, Levin 5 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 8 Xterra Rotorua Festival Half Marathon & 11km, Totorua 10 Arrowsmith Thee Run, Marathon, Lake Heron, Ashburton 12 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 17 Moonshine Half Marathon & 10km, Trentham 17 Orewa Beach Half Marathon, 10.5km & 5km, Orewa Beach 17 Run Auckland Series, 10km & 5km, Auckland 19 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 26 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland

MAY 2111 3 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 8 Run Auckland Series, 10km & 5km, Bucklands Beach, Auckland 10 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 17 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 21 Riverrun Trail 14.1km, Lake Wanaka 24 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland 31 O’Hagans 5km Series, Auckland

JUNE 2111 19 Run Auckland Series, 10km & 5km, Western Springs, Auckland

FEBRUARY 2012 4-12 NZ Masters Games, Dunedin

OVERSEAS EVENTS AUGUST 2010 1 Brisbane Marathon, Half Marathon, &10km, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 Cane to Coral 8km & 15km Run & Walk, Bundaberg, Qld, Australia 1 Womens Fun Run 10km & 5km, Bunbury, Australia 2-3 NZ Walking Conference, Wellington, NZ 6-8 IWL Three Day Walks, 10km 21km & 42km, Vaasa, Finland 8 The Sun Herald City2Surf, Sydney, NSW, Australia 8 Devil Bend 21km, 10km & 5km, Tuerong, Vic, Australia 8 McDonald’s Townville Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km & 5km, Townsville, Qld, Australia 14 Asics Adelaide Marathon, Adelaide, SA Australia 15 All Female Fun Run, Sydney, NSW, Australia 15 Prom Country Challenge, Toora, Vic, Australia 15 The Lakes College Fun Run & Fair, 2km, 6km &10km, North Lakes, Australia 15 Alice Springs Marathon & Half Marathon, Alice Springs, NT, Australia 15 Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon , Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, 10km & 3.3km, Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia 15 Waterways Walk, Worcestershire, England 22 Mudgee Marathon Weekend, Mudgee, NSW, Australia 22 All Female Fun Run, Melbourne, Vic, Australia www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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bush and cliff-top on a stunning beach, circuit following the historic footsteps of Toi (Nga Tapu wai o Toi).

For more information and an entry form visit www.whakatane.com or www.sportsground. co.nz/whakataneahc or call 0800 942 528.

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Coming events ATHLETICS MASTERTON FAGAN MOTORS 36th Anniversary

WAIRARAPA COUNTRY MARATHON HALF MARATHON 10km Fun Walk or Run SUNDAY 10 October 2010 COME TO THE WAIRARAPA AND ENJOY

Two lap marathon one lap half marathon Picturesque rural course Excellent spot prizes plus 10km teams prize Entries close Monday 4 October 2010 See our website for information and results www.athleticsmasterton.org.nz

Ring Graeme Butcher 06-377-2356 or Carrol MacDonald 06-377-1174

Sir Barry Curtis

10k Race Fun Run/Walk Sponsored by Panasonic

October 17 2010 Scenic mainly flat route Historic Musick Point to Lloyd Elsmore Park Pakuranga

New event Schools 5k Excellent cash and product prizes totalling $8,500 For entry contact: Pakuranga Athletic Club P O Box 51-090, Pakuranga, Auckland email: racedirector10k@xtra.co.nz

or enter on line: www.sirbarrycurtis10k.co.nz

22 Villa & Hut Sandy Point Half Marathon, 10m & 5km, Sandy Point, Australia 28-29 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, 25km & 35km, Verdal, Norway 29 Shepparton Marathon, Shepparton, Vic, Australia 29 Lake Macquarie Half Marathon & 10.5km Walk, Warners Bay, NSW, Australia 29 Rebel Sport - City to Surf, Perth WA, Australia 29 30th de Castella Run, 5km, 10km & 12km, Kew, Vic, Australia 29 Sunday Mail Bridge to Brisbane, Brisbane, Qld, Australia

SEPTEMBER 2010 4 Flinders Island 26km & 5km, Flinders Island, Tas, Australia 4 Georgia Marathon - The Race to Kazbegi, Georgia 4-12 Scottish Borders Walking Festival, Tweed Valley, Scotland 5 Ross Marathon, Ross, Tas, Australia 5 First Grampians Springtime Classic 2010, 15.2km & 5km, Moyston, Vic, Australia 5 25th Nike Budapest International Half Marathon, Budapest, Hungary 10-12 Wee Binnian Walking Festival, County Down, Northern Ireland 11 Coast Along for WaterAid, Britain 11-12 IWL Two Day Walk, 24km & 17km, Arenzano, Italy 12 Robin Hood Marathon, Nottinghamshire, England 12 Tallinn Marathon & 10km, Estonia 12 Fly Solomans Half Marathon & Run Festival, Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands 17-19 IWL Three Day Walk, 10km, 20km & 42km, Seefeld, Austria 19 Sunday Mail Adelaide City to Bay, Adelaide, SA, Australia 19 10th Sydney Marathon, Half Marathon, 9km & 4km, Sydney, NSW, Australia 25 Round Raratonga Road Race & Week of Running, Cook Islands 25-26 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km 30km, 42km, & 50km, Brno, Czech Republic

The Taranaki Daily News

30th HALF MARATHON Organised by New Plymouth Joggers & Walkers Club

SUNDAY OCTOBER 3, 2010

New start and finish at Pukekura Raceway, New Plymouth Entry forms available from: New Plymouth Joggers & Walkers Club, P O Box 4221, New Plymouth or phone secretary 06-758-8373 and from the Taranaki Daily News Gold sponsors:

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26 37th Real Berlin Marathon, Berlin, Germany 26 Circuit of Bath Walk, Bath, Bath, England 26 Paris- Versailles, 16km, Paris, France 31 3 Bays Marathon & Half Marathon, Portland, Australia

OCTOBER 2010 2-3 IWL Two Day Walk, 25km & 42km, Fulda, Germany 3 Colombo Marathon, Sri Lanka 3 Cologne Marathon & Half Marathon, Cologne, Germany 3 Kosice Marathon, Slovakia 3 Guayaquil Marathon, Ecuador 3 Baxter’s Loch Ness Marathon, Scotland 3 29th Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, Minneapolis, USA 9 Kinmen Marathon, Taipei, Taiwan 10 St George Melbourne Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 4km, Melbourne, Vic, Australia 10 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Chicago, USA 16 Toowoomba Road Runners Marathon, Toowoomba, Qld, Australia 16-17 IML Two Day Walk, Barcelona, Spain 17 Amsterdam Marathon, Amersterdam, The Netherlands 23 The Polar Circle Marathon, Denmark 23-24 IML Two Day Walk, Arlington, USA 24 Rottnest Marathon, Rottnest Island, WA, Australia 24 Maroubra Rotary Fun Run/Walk, 4km & 8km, Maroubra, Qld, Australia 30-31 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, Won-Ju, Korea 31 Athens Marathon, Athens, Greece 31 Portland 3-Bays Marathon, Portland, Vic, Australia 31 Kaohiung International Marathon, Taipei, Taiwan Nire Valley Walking Festival, Waterfor, Ireland

NOVEMBER 2010 5-7 IWL Three Day Walk, 20km, 30km, 50km Higashimatsu-yama, Japan 7 ING New York Marathon New York, NY, USA 7 Marysville Marathon Festival, Marathon, Half Marathon,10m & 3km, Marysville, Vic, Australia 13-14 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, Taipei, Taiwan

DECEMBER 2010 5 Standard Charters Singapore Marathon, Singapore 5 Angkor Wat Half Marathon, Cambodia 12 Honolulu Marathon, Honolulu, Haw, USA Christmas Walking Festival in County Mayo, Ireland 26 Mt Kosciusko Marathon, Charlotte Pass Village, NSW, Australia

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Coming events 26-27 Walk Killarney and Kerry, Ireland

JANUARY 2011 Tainan Ancient Capital Marathon, Taipei, Taiwan

FEBRUARY 2011 13 Seville City Marathon, Seville, Spain 27 Kaohiung International Marathon, Taipei, Taiwan 27 GSO Limmasol Marathon & 10km, Cyprus MARCH 2011 20 Maratona di Roma, Rome, Italy

JUNE 2011

NOVEMBER 2011

2-5 IWL Four Day Walk, Chantonnay, France 18-19 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km & 40km, Diekirch, Luxembourg 25-26 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, 30km, 40km & 45km, Viborg, Denmark 28 1 July IWL Four Day Walk, Castlebar, Ireland

4-6 IWL Three Day Walk, 20km, 30km, 50km Higashimatsu-yama, Japan 12-13 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, Taipei, Taiwan

JULY 2011

Nordic contacts

19-22 IWL Four Day Walk, Nijmegan, Netherlands

Contact details for three groups in New Zealand promoting Nordic Walking:

APRIL 2011

AUGUST 2011

8-9 IML Two Day Walk, Gilboa, Israel 10 Paris Marathon, Paris, France 10 Milano City Marathon, Milan, Italy 10 Zurich Marathon, Zurich, Switzerland 18 115th BAA Boston Marathon, Boston, USA 24 33rd International Marathon de Madrid, Madrid, Spain

12-14 IWL Three Day Walks, 10km 21km & 42km, Vaasa, Finland 27-28 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, 25km & 35km, Verdal, Norway

Nordic Walking New Zealand (NoWaNZ) Waipu Northland, Phone 0800-669-269 Email contact@NordicWalkingNZ.co.nz Web www.nordicwalkingNZ.co.nz

MAY 2011 1 Geelong Half Marathon, Geelong, Vic, Australia 7-8 IWL Two Day Walk, 6km, 12km, 24km & 42km, Blankenberge, Belgium 14-15 IWL Waendel Weekend, 15km, 25km & 42km, Wellingborough, England 13-15 IML Two Day Walk, Dalian, China 21-22 IML Two Day Walk, Bern-Belp, Switzerland Volkwagon Prague Marathon, Prague, Chez Republic

SEPTEMBER 2011 10-11 IWL Two Day Walk, 24km & 17km, Arenzano, Italy 16-18 IWL Three Day Walk, 10km, 20km & 42km, Seefeld, Austria 24-25 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km 30km, 42km, & 50km, Brno, Czech Republic

International Nordic Walking Assn (INWA) June Stevenson Phone 09-416-3917 0274-383-923 Email june.stevenson@xtra.co.nz Web www.nordicwalking.net.nz

OCTOBER 2011 1-2 IWL Two Day Walk, 25km & 42km, Fulda, Germany 15-16 IML Two Day Walk, Barcelona, Spain 22-23 IML Two Day Walk, Arlington, USA 29-30 IWL Two Day Walk, 20km, Won-Ju, Korea

NOWANZ.CO.NZ Nordic Walking events 22-Sep Motueka Sanctuary Pond, Old Wharf Rd, Taster, 03-5280252 23-Sep Hamilton Lake Domain, Taster, M Thomson 027-2471885 25-Sep CHC-Shirley Burwood Park, Taster, P Yeoman 021-2567082 26-Sep Dunedin Botanic Gardens, Starter P, Daniel Sela 021-1061662 2 AKL-Greenlane Cornwall park, Taster, Ewa Bancer 027-2472082 4 AKL-Riverhead Rugby grounds, NEW Course, Marilyn 021-752556 6 Hamilton Lake Domain, Taster, Margaret Thomson 027-2471885 7 AKL-Riverhead Rugby grounds, Taster, Marilyn Palmer 09-4122654 8 AKL-Riverhead Rugby grounds, Taster, Marilyn Palmer 09-4122654 9 AKL-Greenlane Cornwall park, Starter, Ewa Bancer 027-2472082 9 Hamilton Lake Domain, Starter, Margaret Thomson 027-2471885 10 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 10 Dunedin Botanic Gardens, Taster, Daniel Sela 021-106 1662 11 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 11 Orewa i-Site, NEW Course, Barbara Faust 021-2999940 11 Wellsford Centenniel Park, NEW , Barbara Faust 021-2999940 11 Whangaparoa, NEW Course, Barbara Faust 021-2999940 11 Whangarei i-Site, NEW Course, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 13 Motueka Goodman Park, Taster, Michelle Alexander 03-5280252 14 Hamilton Lake Domain, NEW Course, Margaret 027-2471885 14 Napier Cityfitness Gym 8 Lever St, Taster, Marya 021-452172 16 Mangawhai Domain, Taster, Barbara Faust 021-2998840 16 AKL-Greenlane Cornwall park, NEW Course, Ewa 027-2472082 16 CHC-Shirley Burwood Park, Taster, Penny Yeoman 021-2567082 16 Motueka Goodman Park, Starter, Michelle Alexander 03-5280252 16 Warkworth Lucy Moore park, NEW , Lisa Outwin 021-611239 17 AKL-Parnell Domain, Starter, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 17 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 17 Dunedin Rugby grounds, Starter, Daniel Sela 021-106 1662 18 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 20 Hamilton Lake Domain, Taster, Margaret Thomson 027-2471885 20 Maungaturoto Otamatea High school, NEW Course, 09-4320386 20 NEL-Richmond, NEW Course, Jacqui Sinclair 027-4452326

20 Waipu Museum car park, NEW Course, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 20 Whangarei Kensington Park, NEW, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 21 Tutukaka Coast Ngunguru Sports Cplx, Taster, Robyn 09-4344060 22 AKL-Green Bay Craigavon Park, Taster , M Palmer 09-4122654 23 AKL-Northcote, Taster, Gary Seaman 021-2650082 23 Hamilton Lake Domain, Starter, Margaret Thomson 027-2471885 23 Thames Information Center, Taster, Jutta Schultheis 021-2333862 24 AKL-Greenlane Cornwall park, Taster, Ewa Bancer 027-2472082 24 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 24 NEL-Richmond Washbourne Gardens, Taster, Jacqui 027-4452326 25 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 28 Napier Cityfitness Gym Starter, Cityfitness 06-835 1211 28 NEL-Stoke Isel Park, Starter Plus, Jacqui Sinclair 027-4452326 30 CHC-North New Brighton Broad Park, Starter, Penny 021-2567082 30 Kerikeri Domain, NEW Course, Barbara Faust 021-2999940 30 Tasman District, Taster, Michelle Alexander 03-5280252 30 Whangarei i-Site, NEW Course, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 31 AKL-Parnell Domain, Taster, Chrissie Wrigth 021-2101709 Nordic W alking Groups and Fitness W alks by day Walking Walks Mon AKL-Takapuna, Mary-Anne Abplanalp 021-121 5562 Mon AKL-Parnell, Chrissie 021-210 1709 Mon Whangarei, i-Site, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 Mon Silverdale/Orewa, i-Site, Barbara Faust 021-2998840 Mon Napier Cityfitness Gym 8 Lever St Marya Hopman 06-8357058 Tue AKL-Kohimarama, Mary-Anne Abplanalp 021-121 5562 Tue Havelock North River Rd Walkway, River Rd, 06-8782475 Wed Hastings Pakowhai Reserve, Pakowhai Rd, 06-8782475 Wed Whangarei, Kensington Park, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 Wed Maungaturoto, Otamatea High school, Barbara Faust 09-4320386 Fri Hastings Pakowhai Reserve, Pakowhai Rd, 06-8782475 Sat AKL-Takapuna, Mary-Anne Abplanalp 021-121 5562 Sat Warkworth Lucy Moore Park, Lisa Outwin 021-611239 Sat Kerikeri, Domain Library carpark, Barbara Faust 09-4320386

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Event Both Bay of Plenty Energy Whakatane’s Toi’s Challenge Run or Run Relay and Whakatane Radio 1XX Fun Walk or Walk Relay are hard — beautifully hard. Jim Robinson previews a stunning event for walkers and runners of this . . .

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ver a thousand years ago, according to the oral traditions of the Ngati Awa iwi, the great chieftain Toi founded a mighty tribe. Known as Te Tini a Toi, the myriads of Toi, they were to settle much of the east coast of the North Island.

Toi’s stronghold was Kapu-te-rangi, the pa of gentle breezes, which overlooks Whakatane.

It is one of the oldest known pa sites in New Zealand.

Today, the wider area is traversed by Nga Tapuwae o Toi, the footsteps of Toi walking track. It’s a stunning route, starting at Whakatane, rising over the hills to the Pacific coastline and Ohope, and then heading inland for the return to town.

There are 16km of tracks. Add in a couple of kilometres of walking along the road, and you have the course for the annual Bay of Plenty Energy Toi’s Challenge, to be held this November.

This will be the 17th edition of Toi’s. It’s gained a very loyal following — as well as plenty of first-timers each year.

In 2009 there were around 600 walkers and runners from all around the North Island.

Most were individuals, but some split the 18km with a teammate.

The course has two major climbs that rise Walking the rocky coastline is part of the challenge.

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steeply to around 100m, and dozens of shorter rises. Add to that, there are hundreds of steps, some well beyond normal size! Nothing too arduous though.

It’s all fun and games — refreshed by frequent panoramas of Motuhora (Whale Island), Whaakari (White Island) and the sweep of the coast towards East Cape.

Toi’s is unquestionably more strenuous than walking a half marathon (21.1km) on the road, but with the constantly changing scenery, the time passes a lot faster. It’s also easier on the feet and legs, so long as you’ve done some walking on trails beforehand, and have good walking shoes (boots are unnecessary).

Walkers typically take three to four hours to finish Toi’s, although the running record is an astounding 1hour 16minutes.

My personal highlight of Toi’s Challenge is the beautiful Otarawairere Beach. The path drops down some steep steps, some hewn into the rock, and suddenly you’re onto the beach.

It’s stony underfoot, then packed sand.

Next there’s a short stretch of jumping and stretching over gnarled rocks that push out from the Pohutukawa-clad hillside; and finally a few hundred metres of deep white sand and broken shells. Otarawairere is a kilometre of tiring walking — but gee it’s fantastic.

The halfway point and relay changeover of the Challenge is at Ohope, a beachside town

with the 365-day vibe of being on holiday.

Known as Pohutukawa Paradise, Ohope offers surfing, swimming, mountain biking and road cycling, golfing, fishing and more. So there’s more than enough reason to add a couple of days to your Toi’s trip — and make a quick holiday of it.

After halfway, the Ohope Scenic Reserve includes one of New Zealand’s largest coastal pohutukawa forests. Other tree species include karaka, ngaio, rewarewa and tawa. About an hour past Ohope, there’s a gorgeous stretch past wetlands.

The last half hour or so of Toi’s Challenge is in Mokoroa Bush Scenic Reserve. Locals call this part of the track the bird walk. Surprisingly, this area was cleared for farming in the early 20th century. But it was made a scenic reserve in 1969 and now has a high canopy of native trees. There are many native birds. At night, kiwi calls can be heard.

At day, though, the only calling is the lure of the approaching finish — time for refreshment and the opportunity to share talk of a great walk well achieved.

Toi’s Challenge will be held on 14th November 2010. For event details/entry form, and infor mation on Whakatane, visit www.whakatane.com or Whakatane Athletic and Harrier Club web site www.sportsground.co.nz/whakataneahc www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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NORTH ISLAND NORTHLAND KAITAIA FAR NORTH TRAVEL CLUB: Maurice Lowell, 09-408-0732 after 3pm.

BAY OF ISLANDS BAY OF ISLANDS RUNNERS & WALKERS: Saturday (AM), Bert Vanasche 09-404-0147, or Gea Hadderingh 09- 405-7773

DARGARVILLE DARGARVILLE WALKING GROUP: Thursday (PM), Joan Burnett, 09-437-8708

WHANGAREI KIWI SENIORS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Lee Taylor 09430-3470 CARDIAC CARE WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM or PM), Jo or Hugh Knight 09-438-7976 KIWI SENIORS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Kensington Reception, 09-437-4404 GREEN PRESCRIPTION WALKING GROUPS: 0800-228-483 HARRIERS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Wednesday (PM), Thursday (AM), Val Babe 09-437-1657 HIKURANGI WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (PM) KAMO 60’s UP: Monday, Thursday (AM), Yvonne 09-435-1101 KENSINGTON WALKING GROUP: Tuesday Thursday (PM), Sport Northland 09-437-4404 TIKIPUNGA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Barbara Derrick 09435-0746 WAIPU WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM) WHANGAREI ATHLETICS CLUB WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (PM) (BIA), Tuesday Thursday (AM), Beth McLeod 09-437-7763, Saturday (PM) Morris or Shirley Gray 09-436-1524 WHANGAREI TRAMPING CLUB: Sue Guyatt 09-436-1441

AUCKLAND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES CLUB: midweek, weekends (BIA), walks, tramps, Jan Thompson 09-634-4624,Val Todd 09-579-8250 AUCKLAND NATURAL HISTORY CLUB: Every second Sunday, (AM), (IA),Praemi Pera 09-836-9161 ALPINE SPORTS CLUB: Tramps, walks, cycling, Sunday, Saturday, Marianne Rienhard 09-575-2429 ALPINE SPORTS CLUB: Sunday, Saturday & weekdays, tramps, walks , Beryl Borthwick 09-444-9667 or Sue Fitzpatrick 09-5761069 PRAM WALKING GROUP: Second Wednesday of month, Sport Auckland, Alissa Tosswill 09-623-7925

AUCKLAND CENTRAL AUCKLAND YMCA MARATHON CLUB, (Walkers Section), Sunday (AM), Bruce Mattson 09-570-4941 AUCKLAND CATHOLIC TRAMPING CLUB: Jenny Andrew 09-5705455 AUCKLAND WALKERS & JOGGERS CLUB: Tuesday, Thursday (PM), Sunday (AM), (BIA), Bev Horton 09-625-5329 AUCKLAND PRESBYTERIAN HARRIER & WALKING CLUB: Ray Vickers 09-576-6906 AUCKLAND BAPTIST TRAMPING CLUB: Sunday Monthly (PM), (BIA), John McCarthy 09-630-4073 AUCKLAND PRESBYTERIAN HARRIER CLUB: John Yolland 09-5769807 AUCKLAND RACE WALKERS ASSN: Sunday (AM), www.racewalkingauckland.org AUCKLAND TRAMPING CLUB: Doug Astley 09-620-4923 AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY TRAMPING CLUB: Michelle Lee 09-3581296 BLOCKHOUSE BAY COMMUNITY CENTRE: Norma Pegg, 09-6262300 ELLERSLIE Y’S WALKING CLUB: Doug MacKay 09-274-7083 EAST AND BAYS RUNNERS & WALKERS: Glendowie, Saturday, Denise 09-570-9683 EPSOM Y’s COMMUNITY CENTRE WALKERS: Tuesday/Thursday (AM), Jan Dwyer 09-636-6294, Sunday (AM), M Armstrong 09639-1378 LYNFIELD Y’S WALKING CLUB: Mt Roskill, Sunday (AM), Marlene 09-827-2737, Danny 09-627-9993 MT ALBERT Y’s WALKING GROUP: Tuesday Friday, (AM), 09-8460788 MT ROSKILL COMMUNITY HOUSE: Theresa McDonald, 09-6243281 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES CLUB AUCKLAND: Jan Thompson 09-6344624 WALKING CLUB: Graeme Easte, 09-376-5901 LES MILLS GYM: Seven days, (AM) (PM), (BIA), Powerwalking, Dave Buchan, 09-379-9590 STEP OUT WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), 09-379-2095 x 9704

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BLUE TOP WALKERS: Henderson, Tuesday, Thursday (AM), Terry Wilson 09-814-9523 or 021-266-1071 LYNNMALL CITY MALL WALKING: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (BIA), 09-826-2333 TITIRANGI TWILIGHT STROLLERS: Tuesday, Thursday (PM), Miranda 09-817-9677 FIA OLA WOMEN’S DEVELOPMEMT WALK GROUP: Monday to Saturday, Anne, 09-813-0021 FIT4LIFE: Glenfield, Monday (PM), Friday (AM), Sarah 021 534 649 FOOTSTEPS: Saturday (AM), John 09-410-2995 GLEN EDEN WALKERS: Oratia Bowling Club, Tuesday (AM), Ethel Denscombe 09-818-3561 GLEN EDEN ATHLETIC CLUB WALKERS: Glen Eden, Neil Turner 09817-6230 GREEN BAY MUMS BUSH WALKERS: Every second Monday, Anne 09-827-7810 or 09-817-5867 GREEN BAY COMMUNITY HOUSE WALKERS: Tuesday (AM), Thursday (AM), Elaine 09-827-3300 HENDERSON SENIORS WALKING GROUP: Henderson, Friday (AM), Alene Couchman 09-818-2580 KELSTON MORNING WALKERS: Kelston C.C. Tues (AM), Joy Martin 09-838-6553 KELSTON TWILIGHT WALKERS: Kelston, Tuesday (PM), Joy Martin 09-818-6084 KUMEU WALK GROUP: Kumeu, Friday (AM), Beryl Pook 09-4128914 LYNFIELD Y’S WALKING CLUB: Mt Roskill, Sunday (AM), Marlene 09-827-2737, Danny 09-627-993 LYNNDALE AMATEUR ATHLETIC & HARRIER CLUB: Mic Baker 09626-3232 NEW LYNN ACTIVE 35+ WALKING GROUP: New Lynn, Wednesday, Lorraine, 09-827-8663 MASSEY ATHLETIC CLUB: Nyree Sherman 09-832-6922 MASSEY JOGGERS & WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Kerry Watt 09838-6665 RANUI MORNING WALK GROUP: Monday to Friday (AM), Judith 09-832-5692 RANUI TWILIGHT WALK GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Glenys 09832-4069 RIVERHEAD WALK GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Dane Brown 09412-9952 SUMMERLAND WALKERS: Henderson, Max Eyes 09-837-4787 TE ATAU PENINSULA WALKERS: Monday, Friday (AM), Wednesday (PM), Lorna Trass 09-834-5366 TE ATATU JOGGERS & WALKERS CLUB: Te Atatu Peninsula, Sunday (AM), Malcolm 09-834-4101 or Diane or Graham 09-834-4423 TE ATATU SOUTH ACTIVE 35+ WALKING GROUP: Te Atatu South, Wednesday, Edna, 09-834-1401 THE HAPPY WANDERERS WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Brian 09-817-4562 or 027-471-3038 TITIRANGI WALKERS & JOGGERS: Sundays (AM), John Harris 09817-7212 WEST HARBOUR ACTIVE 35+WALKING GROUP: West Harbour, Friday, Lorna, 09-416-7871 Y’s WALKING HENDERSON: Tuesdays, Thursday, Sarah, 09-8368031 Y’s Walkers, Mt Roskill, Sunday (AM), Dan Gofin 09-627-9993 WAIATARUA WALKERS:Oratia, Saturday (AM), 09-814-9945 WANDERWOMEN ADVENTURES: 09-360-7330 WALKING WAITAKERE WEDNESDAY WALKS: Wednesday, (AM), May to October, Kay Lindley 09-837-8820 WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Harriet Ambler 09-486-6284 WEST AUCKLAND DISTRICT TRAMPING CLUB: Jill 09-626-4325

NORTH SHORE 10,000 STEPS HARBOUR CLUB: Harbour Sport 09-415-4610 60’s UP TORBAY/BROWNS BAY: Wed (AM), Heather Jean Adams 09-478-2462 ABERDEEN ROAD WALKERS: Campbells Bay, Saturday (PM), Patsy Hulse 09-410-9353 BUSH WALK & TALK: Margi Keys, 09-443-6819 NORTH SHORE TRAMPING CLUB: Barbara Lobel 09-473-6938 BIRKENHEAD PROBUS CLUB: Albany, Tuesday (AM), Tracy Watson 09-414-5351 BROWNS BAY/TORBAY 60’s UP MOVEMENT: Wednesday (AM), Roy Urlic 09-473-8777 CALLIOPE ATHLETICS WALKERS & HARRIERS: Northcote, Wednesday (PM), Gail Mouldey 09-418-3457 DEVONPORT WALKERS: Bayswater, Tuesday Thursday Sunday (AM), Pat & Jim McKay 09-445-2743 DEVONPORT FRIDAY WALKING GROUP: Devonport, Friday (AM), Naomi Gardyne 09-445-4303 EAST COAST BAYS WALKERS: Torbay, Tuesday, Friday (AM), Shelley Sharp 09-473-9021 GREENHITHE WALKING GROUP: Greenhithe, Tuesday (AM), Marjorie Andrew 09-413-9065 HIGHBURY COMMUNITY HOUSE: Highbury, Thursday, Friday (AM), Judy Mayn 09-480-5279 MAIRANGI WALKING NETWORK: Mairangi Bay, Everyday (AM), Jack Rendle 09-478-9115 MEADOWOOD WALKING & TALKERS: Albany, Tuesday (AM), Carol Buckner 09-479-7804

MILFORD MALL WALKERS: Greenhithe, Tuesday, Thursday, (AM), Carol Mosedale 09-443-2054 MILFORD MENS PROBUS: Ian Hall 09-479-4259 NORTH SHORE DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP: Every second Sunday (AM), Jan 09-483-5645 NORTH SHORE TRAMPING CLUB: Barbara Lobel 09-473-6938 NORTHCOTE WALKING GROUP: Northcote, every second Tuesday (AM), Peter Cox 09-480-5622 TORBAY WALKERS: Torbay, Wednesday (AM), Jill Devonshire 09473-1931 WALKERS & TALKERS: Campbells Bay, Wednesday (AM), Brenda Gray 09-410-4019, Dorothy Ensor 09-478-6702 WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Harriet Ambler 09-486-6284 Y’s WALKING SUNDAY GROUP: Northcote, Sunday (AM), Malcolm Curtis 09-444-3823

RODNEY 10,000 STEPS HARBOUR CLUB: Harbour Sport 09-415-4610 ARIKI WALKERS: Snells Beach, Mondays (AM), Edna Prbert 09425-5928 HEALTH IN ACTION: (BIA), Susie George 09-426-1269 HELENSVILLE WALKERS: Helensville, Tuesday (AM), Malcolm Keane 09-420-8739 HIBISCUS COAST Y’S WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Wednesday (AM,PM), Kevin Tiller, 09-426-6461 LEISURE WALKERS: Whangaparaoa, Thursday (AM), Ann Mahon/ Margaret Gilbert 09-424-0765 MONDAY NIGHTA, Orewa, Monday (PM), Laraine Chase 09-4279321 SCOTTS LANDING WALKING GROUP: RD2, Warkworth, Sunday (AM), Angela McIntyre 09-425-5854 SNELLS BEACH WALKING GROUP: Warkworth, Wednesay (AM), Jenny Burton 09-425-5583 WELLSFORD ROAD RUNNERS & JOGGERS: Second Sunday (AM), Thursday (AM), Robert Scott 09-425-8089 or Heather Rankin 09431-4692 WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Harriet Ambler 09-486-6284

WAIHEKE ISLAND WAIHEKE ISLAND WALKING GROUP: Saturday (PM), Shaona Maddle, 09-372-6645

COUNTIES/MANUKAU PUKEKOHE JOGGERS & WALKING GROUP: Monday, Friday, Sunday (AM), 09-238-9820 WAIUKU WALKING GROUP: Information Centre, Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), ONEWHERO KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUP: Merlene, Walker, 09232-8844 PAPATOETOE Y’S WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), Derek McKeen, 09-266-2304 PAKURANGA ATHLETIC CLUB: Tuesday, Thursday 9am (BIA), Linda Mitchell, 09-273-9531 PAKURANGA KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday (AM), 09-576-9739 MANUKAU TRAMPING CLUB: Judith Walker, 09-296-6977 MANUREWA Y’S WALKERS: Recreation Centre, MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY (AM), 09-267-4646 MANUREWA Y’S WALKING GROUP: Clendon Recreation Centre, Tuesday, Thursday (AM), 09-266-1100 MANUREWA COSMOPOLITAN CLUB WALKERS: Sunday (AM) HOWICK UXBRIDGE WALKERS: Monday, Thursday (AM), 09-5356467 HOWICK Y’S WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), 09-534-5153 PUKEKOHE TRAMPING CLUB: David Lawrie 09-238-8407 TOI TOI TREKKERS TRAMPING CLUB: Colin Johnstone 09-535-6231

WAIKATO HAMILTON FRANKTON ATHLETIC & HARRIER CLUB: Wednesday, Saturday, (PM), (BIA), Heather Purdie-Raill, 07-847-5639 NAWTON WALKING GROUP: Rene Smyth, 07846-3245 CENTRAL LAKE WALKING GROUP: Monday, WEdnesday Friday (AM), Nella Barron 07-846-3103 CHARTWELL WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Carrie Haak 07-8554281 DINSDALE WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Val Russell 07-847-6539 ENDERLEY WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Leonie Smith 07-8552224 HAMILTON EAST WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Irene Millar 07-855-6848 HILLCREST WALKING GROUP: Monday Wednesday Friday (AM), Nell Bradburn 07-856-3787 MEMORIAL PARK WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Maureen Doms 07-855-2497 NAWTON WALKING GROUP: Monday Tuesday (AM), Roslynn Billman 07-847-4873 SILVERDALE WALKING GROUP: Sister Anne Marie Jones 07-8568980 CLAUDELAND WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM), Irene Millar 07-8556848 FLAGSTAFF WALKING GROUP: Monday Wednesday Friday (AM), Gillian Bartram 07-854-0069 WESTFIELD MALL WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM) Westfield Mall www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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Chartwell HAMILTON MARATHON CLINIC:Tuesday (PM), Sunday (AM), Sharon 07-854-9214 TOD SQUAD: Friday (AM), Julie 07-829-4579 Y’s WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM) MONDAY BUSHTRAMPERS: Monday, Marian 07-828-9029 BREAKAWAYS BUSH WALKING & TRAMPING CLUB: Diana Ammann 07-823-6147 WAIKATO TRAMPING CLUB: www.wtc.org.nz or Stu Kneebone 07827-3097

CAMBRIDGE CAMBRIDGE WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday (AM), Sharon Woodings, 07-827-6033 LEAMINGTON WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Sharon Woodings, 07-827-6033

KAIHERE/PATETONGA KAIHERE/PATETONGA WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (PM), Julie Stephenson 07-867-7011

MATAMATA MATAMATA WALKERS: Tuesday, Friday (AM), Ruth Stanley 07880-9088 AFTERWORK WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday (PM), Janis Jeffers, 07-889-7032 MATAMATA TRAMPING & WALKING GROUP: F Smeed 07-8831222

MORRINSVILLE MORRINSVILLE WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Ruth Stanley 07880-9088

OTOROHANGA OTOROHANGA WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM)

PAEROA PAEROA WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday (AM), Julie Stephenson 07-867-7011 PAEROA LUNCH WALKERS: Monday Wednesday Friday, Julie Stephenson 07-867-7011

PUTARURU PUTARURU WALKING GROUP:(BIA) Hazel Murphy, 07-883-7927

PIOPIO SILVERADOS EXERCISE GROUP: Wednesday (PM), June O’Donoghue, 07-877-8492 PIOPIO CROSS COUNTRY WALKERS: Mon (AM), (BIA), Maurice Kearns, 07-877-8836

TAIRUA TAIRUA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday, Mike Lord, 07-8686025

THAMES THAMES WALKING GROUP: Monday, Friday (AM), Mike Lord, 07868-6025

TAUPO TAUPO HARRIER CLUB WALKING SECTION: Saturday (PM), Wednesday (AM), Bernie Rolls 07-378-9229 TAUPO TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (AM), Thursday (AM), Weekends (AM or PM), Isabel Hutcheon 07-376-9319 MONDAY WALKERS: Monday (AM), (BIA), Betty Stockman 07378-4992 WAIORA WALKING GROUP: Wednesday, Friday (AM), Kaye Beatson 07-378-6957 WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (PM), (I), 06-378-9229

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KAWERAU WALKERS: Kawerau, Thursday (AM), (B), Sport Bay of Plenty, 07-308-8304 HARRIERS WALKERS: Kawerau Thursday (PM), (A), Sport Bay of Plenty, 07-308-8304

OPOTIKI BUSH WALKERS CLUB: J Hedley, 07-315-7807

ROTORUA CROSS COUNTRY WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday, (AM), (A), 07 347-8945 LAKE CITY ATHLETIC CLUB WALKERS GROUP: Tueday, Thursday (PM), Sunday (AM), Ted Sheppard 07-348-1205 or Sarah Wiwarena 07-348-7874 GREEN PRESCRIPTION WALKING GROUP: Tueday (AM), (B), Lisa Mansell 07-348-4156 HEART SUPPORT WALK GROUP: Tueday (AM), Wally Walford 07347-6173 MOKOIA COMMUNITY CENTRE WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (B), Lisa Mansell 07-348-4156 SPRINGFIELD STROLLERS: Wednesday (AM), (BIA), Glenys Searancke 07-348-4243 ROTORUA TRAMPING & SKI CLUB: Sundays (AM), Trevor Cochrane 07-345-6362 ST BARNABAS WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM), (BIA), Joy Gordon 07-357-5744 THE THURSDAY STROLLERS: Thursday (AM), (B), Myrtle Raxworthy 07-346-3772 WALKING WITH JOY: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Joy Gordon 07-3575744

TAURANGA/MT MAUNGANUI AGE CONCERN: Tauranga, Wednesday (AM), 07-578-2631 CITY ON ITS FEET: Days and areas, (BIA), Penny 07-578-9610 STEPPING OUT JOGGING CLUB: Monday, Wednesday, (AM), (IA), 07-544-0316 FOREST & BIRD SOCIETY: Secretary, tauranga. branch @forestandbird.org.nz, Tauranga HEALTHY HEART CLUB: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (B), YMCA, 07-578-5891 Y’s WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), YMCA, 07-5785891 MOUNT JOGGERS & WALKERS: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday, (AM), Gaye Westwood 07-574-1075 ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION: MONDAY (AM) 07-576-2469 NORDIC WALKING AT THE MOUNT: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, Steffi 07-574-7527 NORDIC WALKING IN TAURANGA: Monday, Wednesday, Mary 07577-0711 MT MAUNGANUI RSA WALKING CLUB: Tuesday, Thursday, Sundays (AM), (BIA), Kieran Jensen 07-572-0626 50 FORWARD WALKING GROUPS: Sport Bay of Plenty 07-5780016 TAURANGA MID-WEEK TRAMPING GROUP: Derek 07-572-2512 TAURANGA ROAD RUNNERS: Sunday (AM), Nick 07-578-5802 TAURANGA RAMBLERS: Malcolm 07-544-2369 or Rod Taylor 07576-4207 TAURANGA TRAMPERS NETWORK: Natalie Bird 07-576-0016 TAURANGA TRAMPING CLUB: Christine Rawnsley 07-578-9984 PAK N BOOTS: Moya Hewson 07-575-7064

TE PUKE TE PUKE WALKERS: Tuesday (AM), 07-573-8306 WAIHI STRIDERS: Wednesday (AM), Julie Stephenson 07-8677011 WAIHI STROLLERS: Friday (AM), Julie Stephenson 07-867-7011

TE AROHA WALKERS: Thursday (AM), Ruth Stanley 07-880-9088 TE AROHA TRAMPING CLUB: Every second Sunday, Judy Forsman 07-884-8841 TE AROHA TREKKERS: Wednesday (AM), Frances Harrison 07-8628184

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TE AWAMUTU TUESDAY TRAMPERS: Tuesday, Lesley 07-870-1973 or Kathy 07-870-2006 TE AWAMUTU WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), Jan Jefferies 07-889-7032 TE AWAMUTU MARATHON CLINIC: Wednesday (PM), Sunday (AM), (BIA), Pip Annan 07-871-2980

WHITIANGA WALKING GROUP: Monday, Thursday (AM), Mike lord, 07-868-6025

TE KUITI WAITOMO WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), (BIA), Ruth Early, 07-878-6870 TWILIGHT WALKING GROUP: Monday, (PM), (BIA), Dede Downs, 07-878-7867

SUNSHINE WALKING GROUP: Whakatane, Tuesday (AM), (I), Graham Thomas, 07-307-9800 HARRIERS WALKERS WHAKATANE: Saturday, (PM), (I), Noel Jones, 07-308-7101

WHANGAMATA WHANGAMATA WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Mike Lord, 07868-6025 WHANGAMATA ROAD RUNNERS & WALKERS: 07-865-6580 WHANGAMATA RAMBLERS: Ron Le Noel, 07-865-9475 WALK WHANGAMATA: Everyday (AM), from Surfclub WHANGA SENIOR WALKERS: Tuesday (AM), 07-865-7022

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GISBORNE RUNNERS & WALKERS: Margaret Badger 06-868-4785

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COROMANDEL TOWN WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday (AM) 07-8667101or 07-866-8560

FLAXMERE WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (BI), Maisy 06-879-7077 HASTINGS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (I), Eddy 06-8763371

KATIKATI KATIKATI TRAMPING CLUB: fortnightly weekends (AM), John Roberts 07-549-0878 www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

HASTINGS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (PM), (BI), Templey 06-8730971 HAVELOCK NORTH WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (BI), Jane 06-877-0017 HAVELOCK NORTH WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Jeanette 06-877-2114 HAVELOCK NORTH WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Lyn 06877-7886 BRIDGET ROBERTSHAWES STUDIO OF FITNESS: Saturday (AM), (BIA), Bridget, 06-877-5285 KIWI SENIORS: Eana Young 06-845-9333 x 708 RUN WALK HAWKES BAY: Lynda Anderson, 06-876-6268

NAPIER AHURIRI WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM), (I), Beverly Gillies 06843-6805 NAPIER WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), (I), Lyn 06-835-7704 NAPIER SOUTH WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM), (B), Maria Rogers 06-843-1225 RUN WALK HAWKES BAY: Russell Pattison, 06-844-4435 Ys WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday, Napier, Barry 06-844-3929 or Nola 06-843-7912

TARADALE/GREEN MEADOWS TARADALE/GREEN MEADOWS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (IA), Beverly Gillies 06-843-6805 TARADALE/SPORT HAWKES BAY WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Nga Gifford-Kara 06-845-9333

TARANAKI INDEPENDENT WALKERS TARANAKI: Saturday (PM). North: Ray/ Mary 06-756-7798. Central: Wallace/Nancye 06-762-2861. South: Alan/Jean 06-278-6846

NEW PLYMOUTH CARRINGTON WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Catherine McKee 06-753-3254 WESTOWN DIABETES WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Peter Brookes 06-753-4646 TIME FOR ME WALKS FOR WOMEN: Friday (AM), (I), Glenice 06758-3974 FRONT RUNNER GROUP: Monday (PM), (BIA), Kelvin & Michelle Giddy FITZROY WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (IA), Elizabeth 06-757-9291 WESTOWN WALKING GROUP FOR WOMEN: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (IA), Karen 06-751-1361 WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Karen 06-751-1361 WALKERS IN THE PARK: Monday, (AM), (B), Dawn 06-758-6429 or Dorothy Humphries 06-751-0431 SPOTSWOOD WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (BI), Allie Fitzgibbon 06-751-2304 NEW PLYMOUTH JOGGERS CLUB: Sunday, (AM), Jan Dempsy, 06-758-8373 TARANAKI RACE WALKING CLUB: Trevor Suthon, 06-758-0776 EGMONT ATHLETICS: Karen Green, 06-758-1569

WAITARA WAITARA WALKING GROUP: Wednesday, (AM), (I), Cleo 06-7547311

INGLEWOOD INGLEWOOD WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (I), Maureen 06756-7255

STRATFORD STRATFORD RUNNERS & WALKERS CLUB: Saturday (PM), (BIA), Jill Gorrie 06-764-5088 STRATFORD WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Ivan Coates 06-765-7212 or Wes Robinson 06-765-5242

INGLEWOOD INGLEWOOD WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Maureen 06- 7567255

HAWERA HAWERA WALKING GROUPO: Friday (AM), Nancy Riddick 06-2785784 PUSH PLAY WALKERS: Thursday (AM), Tuesday (PM), (BIA), Moira Koch, 0800-223-228

ELTHAM KIWI SENIORS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (BIA), Maria Erkes 06-764-8984

WANGANUI WANGANUI CASTLECLIFF WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), Dorothea Dobbie 06344-4219 RONA & GLAD’S WALK GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Rona Wright 06344-5434 WANGANUI HARRIER CLUB: Wednesdays, Saturday (PM), Secretary, P O Box 702, Wanganui, Perry Newburn 06-343-6484 SPORT & RECREATION CLUB GOLD: Tuesday, Thursday, (AM), Robyn Rose 06-348-1440 WANGANUI MILLENNIUM WALKERS CLUB: Sunday (AM), Darol Pointon 06-345-3137

WAVERLEY SPORT & RECREATION CLUB GOLD: (AM), (BIA), Betty Morrison 06-346-5613

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OHAKUNE SPORT & RECREATION CLUB GOLD: Mondays (AM), Kerry Young 06-385-4055

MARTON SPORT & RECEATION CLUB GOLD: Wednesday (AM), Deane James 06-327-7607

MANAWATU PALMERSTON NORTH HOKOWHITU KIWI WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (I), Jack Cook 06-357-7458 or Dorne Jarvis 06-357-2444 KELVIN GROVE WALKERS: Tuesday (PM), (I), Marjory Edmonds, 06-354-3342 MANAWATU STRIDERS: Tuesday, Thursday, (PM); Sunday (AM), Hockey Manawatu Pavillion, Manawaroa Street, (BIA), Alister Martin 06-353-7175 PALMERSTON NORTH JOGGERS & WALKERS: Esplanade,Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday (AM), (BI), Robyn McKey 06-354-9952.

CLUB PED: Monday, Wednesday, (PM), (IA), Ongley Park; Saturday, (AM), Esplanade, (IA), David Young 06-356-7179 HEARTY STRIDERS: Thursday (PM), (BI), Esplanade, Adrienne Kennedy 06-350-8617 MASSEY WALKERS: Monday, Thursday, noon, Massey Recreation Centre, (BIA) Chin Diew Lai 06-350-5799 ext 2471 MANAWATU WALKWAYS PROMOTION SOCIETY’S MONTHLY WALKERS: Sunday (AM), (IA) Gillian Absolom 06-329-6898 FOREST & BIRD: monthly 2nd Saturday, (AM), Vivienne Nicholls 06-353-2305 METHODIST AGAPE FELLOWSHIP WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (B), Lorna Goodwin, 06-358-2860 U3A Exploring Walkways: Thursday (PM), (B), Lynley Watson 06356-4384 WALKY TALKIE TROOPERS: Tuesday, Thursday (PM), (I), Liz MacNeill 06-357-8216

FEILDING SENIOR WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (BI), Gail Byrnes 06-323-5470

FOXTON FOXPEDS: Monday (PM), Foxton, Foxton Beach, (BIA), Dave Blackett, 06-363-5743, Michelle Duffy, 06-363-7987

LEVIN LEVIN HARRIER & WALKING CLUB: Saturday (PM), (BIA), Ivan Morgan 06-368-3622 WEDNESDAY LEISURE WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (BIA), Lila McCall, 06-367-9070 LEVIN JOGGERS & WALKERS CLUB: Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, (BIA), Colleen Francis 06-368-8624

WELLINGTON MID-WEEK WALKERS: Tues, Thursday (PM), Bart Jones 04-477-3746 or David Lonsdale 04-977-8990 WELLINGTON NORDIC WALKERS: Rod McColl 04-526-6833

LOWER HUTT WALK FOR HEALTH: Wednesday (PM), Saturday (AM), Sunday (AM), (BIA), Jean 04-589-7887 or Dave 04-970-5133 POSITIVELY SLIM “Health for Life Walkers: Sunday (AM) Wednesday (PM) (BIA), Jim or Barbara Mobbs 04-566-2603 HUTT VALLEY WALKERS: Saturday (PM), Pam McArthur 04-5864088 WALKING FOR PLEASURE: 60’s Plus, Melling, Molly Shephers, 04567-5727 WOMENS WALKING GROUP: Wainuiomata, every second Wednesday (PM), 04-564-6019 HUTT VALLEY TRAMPING CLUB: Weekend (AM), Dennis Page 04970-6901 TAKE HEART WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), (BI), Keith Millar, 04526-7440 LEISURE WALKERS: seniors, Tuesday (AM), Jean, 04-565-1918 HUTT VALLEY MARATHON CLINIC: Trevor Knowles, 04-565-0294 WALK WAINUI: Monday (AM), (BIA), Shirley 04-564-6179 EASTBOURNE WALK GROUP: Lesley O’Neil, Eastbourne ALICETOWN WALKING GROUP: 04-589-2646 KIWI MASTERS WALKERS: Richard Davies 04-566-1335 OLDER ADULTS – LEISURE WALKING GROUP: Judy 04-528-4445

PORIRUA FRIDAY WALKERS: Margaret Hughes, 04-237-8660 TAWA LINDEN HIKERS: 04-232-8705 WEA RAMBLERS: Muriel Thompson, Tawa TAWA/LINDEN WALKERS: Maurice 04-232-4407 or Claire 04-2328764

UPPER HUTT TUESDAY TRIPPERS: Bill Thompson, 04-971-5123 FANTAIL HIKERS: Marg Eagles, Upper Hutt TRENTHAM UNITED HARRIER CLUB: Teresa Tito 04-565-0333 UPPER VALLEY TRAMPING CLUB: Sandy Wilton/Colin Hamlin, 04527-0107

KAPITI KAPITI CARDIAC CLUB: Tuesday, Thursday, Graham Priest 04-2937872 KAPITI WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Robin Leger 04-905-4680 or Muriel Hill 04-293-5121 KAPITI SUNDAY WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Frank Morris 04-2932567 or Ethel Symes 04-904-1485 KAPITI JOGGERS & WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Pam Childs 04-9021754 MONDAY WALKERS: Monday, Reg Goodsell 04-904-7558, or Steve Golledge 04-904-5904 SPORT KAPITI THURSDAY WALKERS: Thursday (AM), 04-296-9022

SOUTH ISLAND

WAIRARAPA

MARLBOROUGH

MASTERTON

BLENHEIM

WALKING GROUP RECREATIONAL: Edna Patrick, 06-377-4338 ATHLETICS VETERAN WAIRARAPA: J Earles, 06-377-3479 ORIENTEERING GROUP: 06-377-7961 or 379-5124 CARTERTON 40+ STRIDERS: Ada Lyster, 06-379-8746 RUAMAHANGA RAMBLERS: Winter Saturday, Summer Tuesday (PM), (BIA), Ray Wallis 06-377-0703

50 PLUS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Joan 03-578-1922 or Colin 03-572-9423 PICTON WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), Claire 03-573-7991 SPORT MARLBOROUGH WALK GROUP: Thursday (AM), Sport Marlborough 03-577-8855

MARTINBOROUGH MARTINBOROUGH WALKING GROUP: Barbara Behrent 06-3069226

WELLINGTON WELLINGTON BROOKLYN WALKERS: Edith, 04-384-6799 BUGGY WALKING GROUP: First Thursday of month (AM), www.buggywalk.co.nz FOREST & BIRD: 04-567-7271 ORIENTAL BAY WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Christine Blakely 04-3836276 MT VICTORIA WALKING GROUP: Euan Harris 04-384-4770 WALK WAINUI: Monday (AM), (BIA), Shirley 04-564-6179 ISLAND BAY WALKING GROUP: Community Resource Centre, Island Bay, 04-383-7464 WALKING FOR LIFE: Lynne Waring, Miramar KARORI WALKING GROUP: Mavis Shaw, Kelburn KARORI ARTS & CRAFT WALKING GROUP: 04-934-8630 KANDALLAH CORNERSTONE WALKERS: Monday (AM) 04-4795420 MIRAMAR WALKING GROUP: 04-388-1944 NEWLANDS COMMUNITY HOUSE WALKING: Tuesday (AM), 04478-8799 TARARUA TRAMPING CLUB: www.ttc.org.nz WEA MIDWEEK WALKERS: Hanna Harwood WELLINGTON WEDNESDAY WALKERS: 04-388-1988 WELLINGTON CATHOLIC TRAMPING CLUB: 04-934-4729 WELLINGTON HARRIER ATHLETIC CLUB: Saturday (PM) mid March to mid October, (BIA), Veronica Gould

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NELSON MOTUEKA MOTUEKA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (BIA), Evelyn Gilbertson, 03-528-8894 MOTUEKA FIFTY PLUS WALKERS: Thursday (AM), Freda Gerslov 03-528-6510

NELSON NELSON STRIDERS: Tuesday, Thursday, (PM), (BI), Averil West, 03-548-3655 NELSON KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), Kay O’Dinot, 03-546-7910 WAKEFIELD WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Lou Manson, 03541-8414 TAHUNA KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), Kay O’Dinot, 03-546-7910 NELSON 50+ WALKING GROUP: alternative Tuesday, Thursday (AM), Noel Brown 03-544-2286 NELSON 50+ WALKING & TRAMPING GROUP: Noel Brown 03544-2286 WAIMEA HARRIER WALKERS: Saturday (PM), Sunday (AM) (BIA), Heather McNabb, 03-547-8490 WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Visitor Information Centre

TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY ALPINE AND TRAMPING CLUB: Day walk and overnight trips, Paul Kilgour, 03-525-7383

CANTERBURY CHRISTCHURCH ACTIVE CHRISTCHURCH SUNDAY WALK: Sunday (AM) (BI), 03941-8999 AVON LOOP/CITY KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), (B), Sport Canterbury 03-373-5060

AVONSIDE KIWI SENIORS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Jan 03-3892755 AVONHEAD KIWISENIORS: Friday (AM), (BI), Bess 03-342-7647 AFTER WORK WALKING CLUBS: around Christchurch, (BI), for all ages and fitness levels, recreation clerk, CCC 03-371-1778.

ARAI-WALKERS: Wednesday, Wainoni/Aranui, Natalie Hoani, 03388-2593 ARTHRITIC AMBLERS: Wednesday, (B) suitable for people with physical disabilities, Trevor Randall 03-385-7446 BEXLEY KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Kath 03388-6161 BARRINGTON KIWISENIORS: Friday (AM), (BI), Nita 03-337-1493 BECKENHAM WALK ‘n’ TALK: Thursday (PM), Di 03-385-3452 BISHOPDALE RAMBLERS: Wednesday (AM) (I), Bishopdale, Paul Muir 03-359-7971 BISHOPDALE TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (AM),(IA), Margaret 03-351-6681 BURNSIDE JOGGERS & WALKERS CLUB: Sunday (AM) Burnside, Anne Uys 03-342-6337 BUSHWISE WOMEN: (BIA) Cynthia Roberts or Roz Heinz 03-3324952 BRIGHTON RAMBLERS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), New Brighton (I), Marlene Crocker 03-388-1115 CANTERBURY RACE WALKERS ASSOCIATION: Monday, Wednesday, (BIA), coordinates all Canterbury race walkers and friendly race walking, Ann Henderson 03-387-0387 CANTERBURY UNIVERSITY TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (PM), Darryn Welham 03-960-3808 CARDIAC COMPANIONS: Sunday fortnight, (PM) Neville Wootton 03-942-5453 CARDIAC CARE GROUP, Marg Allison 03-366-2112 CCC EASTENDERS: Monday (AM), (IA), or Bruce 03-388-7295 CCC GARDEN CITY WALKERS: Saturday (AM) (IA), Helen 03-3822302 CCC GLOW WORM EVENING WALKERS: Wednesday (PM) (IA), Norm Wells 03-981-5487 CCC HALSWELL: Saturday (AM) (PM), (IA), Pauline 03-322-8057: Sunday, Terrence 03-322-8092 CCC SUNSHINE WALKERS: Tuesday (PM (IA), Jim 03-389-1982 or Hope 03-389-7997 CCC SHIRLEY RECREATIONAL WALKERS: Monday, Thursday (AM), (IA), 03-941-5409 CCC SOCKBURN: Tuesday (AM) (IA), Estelle 03-342-7841:Friday (AM) (IA), Jo 03-349-7146 CCC WEEKEND WANDERS: Sunday (PM) (IA), Marilyn 03-3383826 CHRISTCHURCH PERSONAL GUIDING SERVICE: Daily (AM) (BIA), Cathedral Square, C Tonge 03-981-6350 CHRISTCHURCH MARATHON CLINIC: Saturday (AM), Neil Messenger 03-322-7709 CHRISTCHURCH METHODIST HARRIER CLUB: Saturday (PM) (BIA), Mrs Lindsay Evans 03-355-4356 CITY RAMBLERS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, 50+age group men & women, Margaret Borrens, 03-354-1534 CRUSADERS WALKERS: Tuesday (BI), (50’s and above age group), Des 03-354-2008 DARLINGTON KIWISENIORS: Wednesday (AM), Bill 03-385-1925 DIAMOND HARBOUR RAMBLERS: Tuesday, Hunters Road, (IA), Noeline Coleman 03-329-4566 EASTENDERS: Monday (AM), Bruce 03-981-5329 ELLESMERE TRAMPING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Trish Vessey 03329-1865 FAMILY SOCIAL GROUPS: (B), for parents with young children, recreational clerk, 03-371-1778 FASTRACK WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM) (I), Linwood, Dorothy Jones 03-389-5339 FENDALTON WALK ‘n’ TALK: Thursday (AM), 03-941-8999 FENDALTON NORDIC WALKERS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Yvette So 03-351-6407 GARDEN CITY WALKERS: Saturday (AM), Helen 03-382-2302 GENTLE EXERCISE: Monday, Friday, (NI), qualified physed instructor leads groups, Russell Graham, 03-388-3196 GLOW WORM EVENING WALKERS: Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday, Pauline 03-322-8057 HAGLEY PARK NORDIC WALKERS: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Kerstin Fahrenschone 03-388-0000 HALSWELL WALK ‘n’ TALK: Monday (AM), 03-941-8999 HAPPY RAMBLERS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, (IA), 50+age group, Vera 03-337-4094 HAPPY WANDERERS WALKING GROUP: Wednesday, (BI), mainly 1-2 hour flat walks, John van Herpt, 03-980-5664 HEI HEI WALKERS: Thursday, Lee Tuki 03-373-8150 HERITAGE WALKS: Tuesday, (PM), Graeme Stanley 03-980-1553 HERITAGE WALKS: Thursday, (AM), Graeme Stanley 03-980-1553 HOON HAY KIWISENIORS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Barbara 03-3388306 KAIAPOI WALKERS GROUP: Tuesday, Wednesday (AM), Lyane Graham 03-327-5679 KAIAPOI NORDIC WALKERS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Trudy Blakey 03-327-4457 KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUPS: for the over 50’s, 23 surburban groups plus rural locations, Sport Canterbury 0800-228-483 www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

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LAMBDA DAY TRAMPERS: every second Sunday, (BI), social group for gays and lesbians of all ages, Helen Davies 03-332-8724 LINWOOD AVENUE WALKING GROUP: Wednesday, Thursday (AM) (B), 03-389-5303 LINWOOD KIWISENIORS: Thursday (AM), Phyl 03-389-6130 LYTTELTON WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Lyttlelton, (BI), Ada Goodwin 03-328-7235 MAIREHAU LADIES PROBUS, Tuesday, Leah 03-385-6310 MARYVILLE KIWISENIORS:: Monday (AM), Valmai 03-377-8742 MERIVALE KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), (BI), June 03-355-8703 MT PLEASANT KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Pauline 03-3844794 NEW BRIGHTON KIWISENIORS: Wednesday, (AM), (BI), (both walkers and strollers), Joy 03-383-4494 NEW BRIGHTON WORKING MENS CLUB WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (I), Jenny Wilson 03-332-8818 NEW BRIGHTON ATHLETIC CLUB: Saturday (PM), Phil Bastion 03981-1798 NEW BRIGHTON HILL WALKERS: Wedneday (AM), Royce henery 03-388-7335 NEW BRIGHTON WALK ‘n’ TALK: Monday (AM), 03-941-8999 NEW BRIGHTON STROLLERS: Wednesday (AM), Tess Hall 03-3883237 NEW BRIGHTON WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Joy 03-383-4494 NO HILL WALKERS: Thursday (AM) (B), Hazel Matthews 03-3855338 NEW BRIGHTON NORDIC WALKERS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Kerstin Fahrenschone 03-388-0000 NZ VIVENDI SOCIETY: Sunday, Janet 03-389-1609 PAPANUI WALK ‘n’ TALK: Wednesday (AM), 03-941-6840 OXFORD WALKING GROUP: Monday Thursday (AM), Coral Gilbertson 03-312-3155 OPAWA KIWISENIORS: Monday, Tuesday (AM), (BI), Carol 03-3325638 PAPANUI KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Elaine 03-352-7519 PAPANUI WALK ‘n’TALK: Wednesday (AM), 03-941-8999 PARKLANDS KIWISENIORS: Thursday (AM), (BI), Bernard Marriott 03-383-2665 PARKLANDS WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), BIA), Bernard Marriott 03-383-2665 PENINSULA TRAMPING CLUB: (Family Strollers Group), Sunday, Gloucester Street, (BIA), Rick Bolch 03-338-5156 PIONEER STROLLERS: Thursday, (BIA), Shirley Hitchcock, 03-3227220 PIONEER TRAMPERS: Thursday (AM) (IA), Alan Williams 03-3432216 PLEASURE WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday (AM) (I), Colleen Cook 03-389-8607 PORT HILLS NORDIC WALKERS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Chiaki Jagau 03-981-1433 PORT HILLS ATHLETIC WALKING GROUP: Wednesday, Friday (AM), Glen Watts 03-332-1964.Saturday (PM), Peter King 03-341-1154 QE11 MINI HIKERS: alternate Wednesday, QE11 Park, (BI), Beverley Church 03-388-5736 Q.E. PARK STROLLERS: Tuesday, John Plumridge 03-385-9710 RETIREES CLUB KIWISENIORS: Wednesday, (AM), (BI), (both walkers and stroller groups), Sport Canterbury 03-373-5060 RETIREES SOCIAL CLUB: Thursday (PM) (BI), 50 + age group, Ira Williams 03-342-8172 or Carol Roscoe 03-337-5901 RICCARTON KIWISENIORS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Enid 03-3489351 ROWLEY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Lee Tuki 03-373-8150 ROVER HARRIER CLUB: Saturday (PM) (BI), Steve Mitchell 03348-8195 SALLY STROLLERS: Saturday, fortnight, general Christchurch, (B), leisurely pace, Margaret Bennetts, 03-322-9187 SHIRLEY RECREATIONAL WALKERS: Monday, Thursday (AM), 03941-5409 " A SLICE OF HERITAGE WALKS” with Walktologist Graeme Stanley, Tues (PM) Thurs (AM ), Graeme Stanley 03- 980-1553 SOMERFIELD KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Marie 03-3371436 SOUTH CHRISTCHURCH/SYDENHAM WALKERS: Sunday (AM) (IA), Ray 03-332-0555 ST PETERS WALKING GROUP: Monday (PM), Thursday (PM) (BIA), Audrey 03-348-9157 SUNSHINE WALKERS: Tuesday (PM), 03-389-1982 SPORTY SINGLES: Saturday, Sunday, (BI), Llolyd 03-323-6232 TUESDAY TREKKERS CLUB: Tuesday, (AM), Necia Sullivan 03-3389035 TOWER TRAMPING & WALKING CLUB: Tuesday, (IA), Dave Bates 03-332-6233, Sunday, Yvonne van Eerden 03-339-0751 WAINONI/AVONSIDE COMMUNITY SERVICES: Thursday (AM), 03389-2285 WALKIE TALKIES WALKING GROUP: Thursday, (B), members mainly from Burwood United and St Kentigerns Parish, John 03-981-9994 WOMEN WALK: Wednesday and weekends, throughout Canterbury not in city area, (BIA), Pauline Cara 03-384-1921 www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz

XY’s WALKERS: Thursday (AM), Maureen Ryder 03-383-1226 or Alison Jarvis 03-338-2678 “Y’s WALKERS” (YMCA): Tuesday, Thursday, (BIA), City YMCA, 03-366-0689, Bishopdale Community Centre, 03-359-8330 “Y’s TREKKERS”: Monday, Port Hills, (IA), City YMCA, 03-366-0689 YMCA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday (AM), Jill O’Connor 03-366-0689 WAYFARERS WALKING GROUP:Thursday (AM) (BI), 50 + age group, Ted Hill 03-323-9311 WEEKEND WANDERERS: Sunday (PM), Marilyn Dean 03-338-3826 WOMEN WALK: Wednesday Weekends (AM), (BIA), Pauline Cara 03-384-1921 30 MINUTE WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Greame Stanley 30 MINUTE WALKING GROUP:Tuesday (AM), (B), Risingholme, Christchurch City Council 03-941-8999 30 MINUTE WALKING GROUP:Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (BIA), Bishopdale, Christchurch City Council 03-941-8999 30 MINUTE WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM) (PM), (BIA), 039412-8999

RURAL CANTERBURY CHEVIOT KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Sport Canterbury 03373-5060 ELLESMERE TRAMPING GROUP: Thursday (AM) (IA), Trish Vessy 03-329-1865 LEESTON KIWISENIORS: Friday (AM), (BI), Sport Canterbury 03373-5060 LINCOLN KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), (BI), Sport Canterbury 03373-5060 RANGIORA KIWISENIORS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Sport Canterbury 03-373-5060 SOUTHBRIDGE KIWISENIORS: Friday (AM), (BI), Sport Canterbury 03-373-5060

ASHBURTON ASHBURTON HARRIER CLUB: Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday, Merv & Jackie Gilbert 03-308-5894 KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUPS: for the over 50’s, Wednesday (AM), (BI), two groups, Janice Cochrane, Sport Mid-Canterbury, 03-307-0475

STH CANTERBURY PLEASANT POINT PLEASANT POINT WALK GROUP: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Esther, 03-614-7524

TIMARU

03-456-4223 CIVIL SERVICE: Saturday, (PM), Peter Smith 03-471-7127 CAVERSHAM HARRIERS WALKING GROUP: Saturday (PM), Keiran Columb 03-489-4027 DUNEDIN CITY RAMBLERS: Wednesday,(AM) Alison St John 03476-2344 GREEN HUT TRACK GROUP: Wednesday (AM), George Sutherland 03-467-5999 HALFWAY BUSH WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), (I), Pat Garth, 03-476-2579 HILL CITY WALKING GROUP: Saturday (PM), Alex McEwan 03-4554851 KOPUTAI WALKING GROUP: 2nd Tuesday, (AM), Noeline Forgie, 03472-8302 LEITH WALKERS: Saturday (PM), Janette Anderson 03-476-2830 MORNINGTON MONDAY WALKERS: Monday (AM), (B), Kieran Hurring 03-453-4423 MULTI-PEAK FITNESS WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Marelda Gallaher 03-477-6057 or 027-222-3863 MOSGIEL 50's FORWARD WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Roberta Telfer 03-488-3175 OTAGO TRAMPING/MOUNTAINEERING CLUB: Sunday (AM), Ian Sime 03-453-6185 OVER 30’s TRAMPING CLUB: Sunday (AM), Janice Hodges 03-4894071 PHOENIX CLUB WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Nina Davidson 03-471-0114 PINEHILL WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Norman Vare 03-4738683 ST KILDA COMMUNITY CLUB WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, (AM), Ngaire McIndoe 03-456-4478 TAIERI RECREATIONAL TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (AM), Ian Fleming 03-489-8964 TRIXIE TRAMPERS: Thursday (AM), Alison Jones 03-489-8372 WEA OVER 50’s TRAMPING CLUB: 2nd & 4th Tuesday, (A), Jenny Gonin 03-467-2711 WAIHOLA WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Elizabeth Jones 03-4898064 XY TRAMPING CLUB: 1st & 4th Tuesday, (AM), Cliff Donaldson 03467-9875 Y’S WALKING GROUP: Sunday (AM), Betty Booth 03-456-2000 60 PLUS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Judith Wright 03-4562080 60’s PLUS RAMBLERS: 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Vern Gould 03-476-4457 60’s PLUS TRAMPING CLUB: 2nd & 4th Thursday, (A), >4 hours, Murray Bolt, 03-454-2211 60 PLUS HIKERS: 2nd & 4th Tuesday, (AM), Moreen Hayes 03-4761545

TIMARU HARRIER CLUB: Saturday (PM), March to October, Alister 03-686-1010 GLENITI WALK GROUP: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Edna 03-688-0779 HIGHFIELD WALK GROUP: Thursday (AM), (BI), Joy, 03-688-9888 KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUPS: for the over 50’s, Verna Parker, Sport Canterbury, 03-686-0751 MARCHWIEL WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), Colleen, 03-688-6231 SOUTHEND WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), (BI), Bev, 03-688-8381 WANDERERS WALK GROUP: Thursday (AM), (BI), Brian Illingworth 03-684-9355

ALEXANDRA

WEST COAST

INVERCARGILL

GREYMOUTH

60’S UP WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), Len Johnston, 03-231-3372, Don Todd, 03-217-5931 INVERCARGILL KIWI SENIORS’ WALK GROUP: Thursday (AM), Sport Southland, 03-211-2150 YMCA WOMEN’S WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Joan Sutherland, 03-218-8738

GREYMOUTH CATHOLIC WOMENS LEAGUE WALKING GROUP: Nora Sheard, 03-768-6479 GREYMOUTH OVER 50’S: Graham Schaef, 03-768-7437 GREYMOUTH DAUDLERS: Yvonne Davison 03-768-6664 KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUPS: for the over 50’s, Don Monk SWC 03-768-0775 RUNANGA WALKING GROUP: Pat Butler 03-762-7665 BLACKBALL WALKING GROUP: Charlie Quibell 03-732-4887

HOKITIKA HOKITIKA KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), (BI), Pavel Bare SWC, 03756-9037 HARI HARI KIWISENIORS: Historic walks (BI), Pavel Bare SWC, 03-756-9037 HOKI HIKERS: Tuesday (AM), Margaret Stevens 03-755-6466

OTAGO

ALEXANDRA WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Ngaire Turnball, 03-448-8726

QUEENSTOWN WAKATIPU WALKERS: Thursday, Patricia Cook 03-442-1525

WANAKA WANAKA WALKING Group: Tuesday (Nov- Apl) (PM), Sunday (AM), (BI), Graham Barnett 03-443-1780

SOUTHLAND

GORE EASTERN SOUTHLAND KIWI SENIORS’ WALKING GROUP: Every third Tuesday of month (AM), (BIA), Richard Pasco, Sport Southland 03-208-3846 HOKONUI TRAMPING CLUB: Margaret Hughes 03-208-7053

NORTHERN SOUTHLAND NORTHERN SOUTHLAND KIWI SENIORS’ WALK GROUP: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, (AM), Sport Southland, 03-211-2150

TE ANAU TE ANAU KIWI SENIORS WALK GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Sport Southland, 03-211-2150

CLYDE CLYDE OFF-ROAD WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday, Judy Blanch, 03-449-2580, Eleanor Edgar 03-448-6767

OAMARU SENIOR CITIZENS WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Nancy Bell 03-434-5061 OAMARU FRIDAY WALKERS: Every 2nd Friday (AM), Barbara McGann 03-434-9178 WEDNESDAY WALKERS TRAMPING GROUP: Jane Naish 03-4346363 NORTH OTAGO TRAMPING & MOUNTAINEERING CLUB: Margie Carrington 03-434-8484

DUNEDIN ACTIVE WALKERS: Monday (PM), Bill Brockie 03-467-9114 ARIKI WALKING GROUP: Wednesday, Saturday (PM), Karen Martin

LEGEND Fitness levels: “B” beginner, ”I” intermediate, “A” advanced. (AM) denotes morning walk, (PM) denotes an afternoon or evening walk.

Group co-ordinators are asked to please advise us of any updates by fax 06-358-6864 or email walkingnz@xtra.co.nz

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NORTHLAND

WAIKATO

Lakeside Farm Cottage Perfectly situated to enjoy great walks on the Waikato River Trails, Maungatautari Ecological Island and Te Waihou Walkway.

Fully self-contained 3 bedroom farmstay cottage.

Contact Liz and Dick Johnson.

Phone: 07-883-5890

Email: lakesidefarms@xtra.co.nz Website: www.lakesidefarm.com

GREAT COUNTRY BREAKS CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND

A dropoff, a 4-6 hour Walk, a Hot Shower & Spa, an amazing Dinner, Bed & breakfast.

Where: Out in the Styx Cafe at Pukeatua, Waikato (40 mins from Hamilton)

Walk the Maungataurari Crossing Kayak the Arapuni Lake OR just sample the homemade food and soak up the ambience.

Bookings essential: call us for a brochure

WAIKATO

Phone 07-872-4505 or freephone 0800-461-559 Website: www.styx.co.nz THAMES/COROMANDEL

WALKING IN THAMES Kauaeranga Valley or Goldtrail walks S.C. Accomodation or B&B; ex. rates valley2view@xtra.co.nz Ph. 07 868 7213

GISBORNE

GISBORNE

GISBORNE

Explore the vast indigenous forests of Te Urewera and Whirinaki, and the beautiful Lake Waikaremoana, through our unique range of 1-3 day wilderness treks, brought to life by experienced local guides. Pick up Rotorua.

Freephone: 0800 UREWERA (873 937) E-mail: info@teureweratreks.co.nz Website: www.teureweratreks.co.nz

Te Urewera

Rotorua – Whirinaki – Waikaremoana

Twice weekly return on Thursdays and Sundays. Other times on demand.

Bookings essential.

Freephone: 0800 UREWERA (873 937) E-mail: info@tushuttle.co.nz www.tushuttle.co.nz

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CAPE RUNAWAY

Cape Runaway

Large farmhouse, 'Hayward's', available to rent.

Sleeps 14 people, ideal for tramping, mountain biking groups etc to explore this area. Also great fishing. Fully equipped.

Sally & Jim Kemp 07 3253609 or ruku.kemp@xtra.co.nz

CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND

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• 2 or 3 night getaways of moderate tramping in the very heart of the Eastern Taranaki backcountry. (2 to choose from) • Inclusive package of transport (from Stratford) accommodation and meals.

• September to May best months.

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Kawakawa Station Coastal Walk South Wairarapa

* Unguided 2 day 2 night experience * Coastal hill country * Native "bird filled" bush * Gourmet home cooked food or self catering * Bags transported

For further information contact: Carol or Dave Digby

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* Park Motels * Self - contained Units * Ensuite Units * Kitchen & Standard Cabins * Powered & Tent Sites * BBQ Area * Playground * Games Room * Spa * Internet/Wireless * Heated Pool (Summer) * Walking distance to town centre

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Event

100th marathon for Hutt Valley woman

H

utt Valley Marathon Clinic member Chris Leahy completed her 100th marathon in June at the Aurora Marathon in Upper Hutt. In doing so Chris becomes the first woman from the Hutt Valley Marathon Clinic to achieve this feat and also becomes only the third woman in New Zealand behind Bernie Portenski and Ingrid Frost to be welcomed into the 100 Marathon Club of New Zealand. This also makes her the oldest woman to join this exclusive club.

The Hutt Valley Marathon Clinic now has four members in the 100 Marathon Club which is more than any club in New Zealand, they are Michael Stewart, Malcolm Gray, Steve Tubbs and now Chris Leahy.

Once again this event was a challenge for all competitors due to the weather conditions, which were extremely wet, with flooding on parts of the course. Chris had lots of support from family, friends and members of the Hutt Valley Marathon Clinic and 100 Marathon Club throughout the event, plus there was a large crowd as she crossed the finish line, where she was then handed a well deserved glass of bubbly.

The Hutt Valley Marathon Clinic created history in the event by winning the Teams Trophy for the fourth time in a row and being the only club to win the trophy five times in the twenty years that the event has been going.

The winning team members were Geoff Laws, Steve Tubbs and Eddie Meijer, with the fastest person on the day being Tutua Hemara from the Hutt Valley Marathon Clinic.

Right: Chris coming into the finish line with about 20m to go.

Left: Chris Leahy receiving her certificate of achievement from the president of the 100 Marathon Club , Alec Day.

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