Monthly Archives: February 2019

Whangawehi walkway

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On Tuesday the 19th of February 2019, the Walkway team gathered at BJ’s Woolshed on Pongaroa Station to further develop the Whangawehi walkway. Nicola Henderson from the NZ Access Commission was there to guide us in the final steps of the project along with HBRC Open Space rep Anthony Rewcastle.

The group needs to seek permission from Grandy Lakes Forest before it can proceed. Discussions are well underway to make this happen in the next few weeks. The survey of the route will be the next step to deliver.

A day out with the aunties at Mangaharuru

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On Saturday 16th of February, I had the pleasure of driving Sophie Dodd, Rae Te Nahu and Toria Te Nahu to a blessing ceremony organised by Mangaharuru Tangitu Trust. The day went extremely well with the unveiling of a Pou Whenua and the blessing of a funeral site for birds. The WCMG attended a similar event in 2015. It was good to see the project progressing well with birds returning to the colony. Maybe one day, a similar project could take place in the catchment.

Michael Fay signals the go ahead for the Whangawehi walkway

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On Thursday 13th February 2019, Sir Michael Fay, owner of Pongaroa Station agreed to work with the New Zealand Access Commission to create (along with other landowners) the first official walkway in the catchment. Michael Fay joins Pat & Sue O’Brien who signed on in 2017. Well done to you all. This is a significant milestone in our development and we will keep you up to date with developments as they happen.

Trail run update

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On Friday the 8th of February, Jamie and Rachel from Hawkes Bay Trail Run visited the Whangawehi to meet with landowners and discover the unlimited possibilities available in terms of tracks and run options. The catchment offers a balanced variety of contours amongst farmland, forestry and coastal cliffs. These sceneries are unique and one of the best in Hawkes Bay. Keep the trail run in mind and when the dates are organised we will let you know. A big thank you to our landowners who have opened their gates and offered their time and support to this event. The WCMG is continuing to raise awareness around the importance of protecting our waterways. The run will showcase what farmers can do when working alongside Marae, school and agencies. Participants are encouraged to join the team for our upcoming planting weekends. 

Potential Hawkes Bay Trail Run coming to Mahia.

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On Wednesday 30th March, local landowners got together to talk about a potential up and coming Hawkes Bay Trail Run that could take place in the catchment over this winter running season. Pat O’Brien, Josh Rofe, Bevan Parker, Mark Bowen, Lindsay Robinson & Nic Caviale were present. The discussion went really well and all the landowners were happy to come on board with the concept. This is just another vehicle to promote the Whangawehi story to the wider district. Will keep you up to date with events as they happen.