President

Life Membership is the Club’s highest honour, to acknowledge people who have made an outstanding contribution to the Club over many years. Only 18 Members have been elected to Life Membership over the Club’s 78-year history, and you can read more about them here. The Committee invites Club Members to nominate peers who you view … Read more

Kia ora, this will be the last update for 2025. I wish you and your families’ a Merry Christmas and a safe and relaxing holiday season. The next monthly update will likely be sent in mid-January. This month, read on to learn about: As always, I welcome your comments and feedback. Please feel free to … Read more

Kia ora, the end of the year is approaching fast and hopefully the weather becomes a bit more settled soon. I hope you’ve been able to get out into the hills this past month. You’ve probably also seen the news about the fire raging in Tongariro National Park – our thoughts are with the communities … Read more

The Committee is seeking feedback from Members on proposed updates to the Club’s policies. Many of the policies have not changed in several years, and we acknowledge the hard work of previous Committees to develop these policies. After the Club’s new Constitution was finalised earlier this year, the Committee has taken the opportunity to consider … Read more

Kia ora, I hope you’ve had a good month and are looking forward to making the most of daylight savings. That means there is just under a month until the lodge exits “winter mode” (with food provided as part of your booking) – you can book here. A big thank you to Andrew for dealing … Read more

Kia ora, We have had a lot of events in the past few weeks, and I have really enjoyed meeting more members and getting a better understanding of what you think makes the club tick. This month read on to find out about: As always, I welcome your comments and feedback. Please feel free to … Read more

Kia ora, We are now into the second half of the year, with the lodge’s winter bookings and new trip schedule in full swing. I hope you have found some time to get out into the hills recently, and if not, let the club help you! This month read on to find out about: As … Read more

Kia ora, This article provides general club updates including: Ngā mihi Anne [email protected] The Easy/Medium trip to Cascade Hut over the weekend of 21-23 June was the club’s first to that Hut via the Hinemaiaia track.  Overall, the group found it a very pleasing and scenic track with stunningly clear streams and rivers. The “cascades” near … Read more

Kia ora, This article provides general club updates including: If you have any questions, comments or ideas please get in touch. Ngā mihi Anne [email protected] Favourite photos from the Dorset Ridge MF trip. Highlights include Emily putting her hair into a Princess Leia style for May the 4th, how the EM, M, and MF WTMC trips … Read more