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
From the Vice-President | Andrew Brown Kia ora tatou katoa Daniel is overseas so I am writing this post in his absence. It has been a busy period, and it’s wonderful to see how many members are getting out into the hills. Our lodge is also seeing high usage rates this year which is great. … 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, May has flown by and we are now into winter. We’re almost at the shortest day of the year, which for me (and some others) means about six months until our SK Main Range sub-48-hour attempt! There is a lot of work happening around the club, so this month read on to find … Read more
Kia ora, I hope you have been able to make the most of tramping these last couple of months. With the days getting shorter, the club’s focus is now gearing up for a fantastic winter season at the Lodge, preparing the winter / spring trip schedule and running some exciting social events. I intend to … Read more
Wednesday 9 April 2025, 7-8pm Find the event on the website or on Facebook. This notice provides an Agenda for the AGM, supporting documents, nominations received for the Committee,and information on how to join the AGM remotely through “Google Meet.” This page will be updated when new nominations or motions are received. Agenda for the AGM Chair: Andrew … 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