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Walking the trail from Palmerston North to Linton New Zealand Walks:
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Walking the Greek Islands in Spring
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CONTENTS
Issue 335 FEBRUARY 2026
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk: Red Rocks Coastal Walk - a wild south coast experience 9 Weather: Weather prediction for February 10 Walking Festival: Walking the landscapes: ECHO Walking Festival 12 New Zealand Walks: Taihape offers a hill and river walk 15 Overseas Walks: Walking the Greek Islands in Spring 16 Overseas Walks: From seething surf to mountain marvels 21 New Zealand Walk: Walking the walk from Palmerston North to Linton 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 New Zealand Walk: Walking on the edge of the world in the Chatham Islands 29 New Zealand Walk: Walking the four Whangarei Falls tracks - my day out at Otuihau 32 New Zealand Walk: Rangitoto Island walk to the summit 36 New Zealand Walk: Wrights Hill Lookout Walk 38 New Zealand Walk: Muriwai Gannets Walk to spectacular bird life 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 46 Coming Events: Australia 47 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 50 Index of previous 15 issues 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Walking Jackets
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Track closing in Walk talk Frankton January for rest of 2026
The Longwoods Forest Regeneration Project
The Longwoods section of Te Araroa is one of the toughest parts of the trail. For many walkers, itâs a slog through deep mud and widening bogs, with little respite. The Te Araroa Trust is committed to changing that â but it wonât happen overnight. This is a multi-year project, and phase one starts now. With the publicâs help, they will begin work on 1000m of raised timber boardwalks to make the trail safer, more enjoyable, and better for the environment. Their goal for this phase is to fundraise $30,000 to install as much boardwalk as possible this season. Every metre counts toward reducing damage, protecting fragile wetlands, and improving the experience for walkers.
Quirky history tour available in Mandurah
An e-bike tour with a charismatic difference has launched in the coastal city of Mandurah / Mandjoogoordap, Western Australia. The Bike Kioskâs âMagical Mandurah with the Ministerâ tour is led by former WA Minister for Culture and the Arts, David Templeman - known as the âsinging ministerâ. During 90 hilarious minutes, guests will take in Mandurah highlights including the foreshore, city centre and Giants of Mandurah sculptures, while discovering more about the regionâs rich history. The tour promises multiple costume changes, lively storytelling, and spontaneous street theatre, followed by a delicious seafood feast at Cicerelloâs seafood restaurant. Some of the proceeds from this tour is donated to the Mandurah Historical Society.
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A large section of Frankton Track in Queenstown, will be closed for the majority of 2026 when work begins in January on a new wastewater pipeline between Queenstown and Frankton. Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) General Manager Property & Infrastructure, Tony Avery acknowledged Frankton Trackâs importance as a travel connection and for recreation, noting the closure would ensure work in the area was delivered safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. âConstruction is expected to be completed six months faster than first anticipated, which is positive news for track users.â The first stage of work on the pipeline will begin in mid-January and will see Frankton Track closed from opposite Middleton Road through to Park Street in Queenstown until approximately November 2026, opening up for Queenstown Marathon weekend and then closing again until early December. Pedestrians and cyclists will be detoured alongside Frankton Road during this time, and work is underway to develop a traffic management plan to ensure appropriate interventions are in place to make the detour safe to use. Mr Avery said the different work sites would all have dedicated routes for pedestrians and cyclists to move around them safely, and the carpark at Frankton Marina would remain open and available for use. QLDC plans to remediate each part of Frankton Track after sections of the new pipeline have been installed, reinstating the compacted gravel surface and planting natives along the trackâs edge. New seating will also be installed in several places along the lakeside trail so people using the path can rest and enjoy views over Lake Whakatipu, and additional wayfinding signage will help direct users to their destinations. Installation of the new pipeline is expected to be completed by late December 2026, after originally being expected to take until mid-2027.
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Walk talk Sweden introduces â Travel Prescriptionsâ as a health benefit
A new initiative in Sweden has formalised what many travellers have long felt: that travelling can be good for you. Under the Swedish Prescription program, doctors can now prescribe travel as part of a wellbeing plan, a development that signals an emerging direction where travel is being reframed as a contributor to mental and physical health. The initiative, led by Visit Sweden and supported by healthcare professionals, allows doctors to recommend travel experiences such as walks and activities that allow cultural engagement as part of preventive health strategies. According to Visit Sweden, the campaign is grounded in research linking time outdoors and cultural immersion with reduced stress, improved mood and stronger social connection. (visitsweden.com/the-swedish-prescription) While Sweden is the first country to frame travel as an official health intervention, the approach reflects a wider shift toward travel aligning more closely with wellbeing outcomes, a direction already visible in the active-travel sector.
Opunake Walking Group do lots of things for the community
Opunake has a walking group in the community for over 20 years, on top of keeping everyone up to date Margaret organises extra activities from time to time. At Christmas time they all donate beach towel(s) for primary school children. These are dropped to five primary schools/kura in their area for the staff there to decide who gets them. During mental awareness month walkers donated the price of a coffee and $200 was raised and with other community support there was enough to purchase a Paul Rangiwahia art piece on âAge is just a numberâ to be hung in the Opunake medical centre â Coastal Care. They sometimes describe themselves as the walking talkers! They always have a coffee afterwards after their walk. Over warmer months for the first Tuesday of the month they walk in other towns around Taranaki for a chance to explore new areas. They are the Opunake Walking Group who meet Tuesdays 10am corner of Tasman Street and Havelock Street beside Club Hotel. For further info contact Margaret 027 477 5600.
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New Zealand Walk
Red Rocks Coastal Walk -
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ust a short 20 minute drive or bus ride from Wellingtonâs urban heart lies one of the regionâs most rewarding coastal walks: the Red Rocks Coastal Walk to Pariwhero / Red Rocks. With dramatic geological scenery, sweeping views across Cook Strait and a seasonal fur seal colony, this is a quintessential Wellington walk thatâs easy to fit into a half-day adventure. Starting from the Te Kopahou Visitor Centre car park at the end of Ĺwhiro Bay Parade, the trail follows an unsealed 4WD road and coastal track along the south-facing shore towards Sinclair Head (often called Devilâs Gate). This is a largely flat coastal walk, ideal for most walkers and families, with a return distance of around 7.4 km taking 2â3 hours at a relaxed pace. Depending on your energy and time, you can turn around when you reach Red Rocks, with its striking deep red siltstone and volcanic pillow lava formations or keep going to the windswept headland at Sinclair Head. The path is easy to follow but unsealed, with patches of gravel and some uneven ground underfoot, so sturdy shoes are recommended. Itâs mostly flat, but the exposed position along the Cook Strait coast means wind and weather can change quickly, so dress in layers and bring waterproofs if a change is forecast. On Sundays (9 amâ6 pm) the route is closed to vehicles, making for a quieter, more peaceful walking experience. At other times you may share the track with mountain bikers and permitted 4WD vehicles so give way courteously and enjoy the open space.
Highlights Along the Way
The distinctive Pariwhero rocks are nationally significant, formed about 200 million years ago by
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Above left and middle left: Seals among the rocks. Below left: The track between two high rocks. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
New Zealand Walk
a wild south coast experience
An aerial view of the track to Red Rocks. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
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Red Rocks Coastal Walk a wild south coast experience ancient volcanic activity and iron-rich sediments with their brilliant red hues set dramatically against greywacke and blue sea. Shortly after starting, youâll pass a small cluster of early 1900s historic baches, tiny relics of Wellingtonâs seaside getaway history. From May through winter, itâs common to spot New Zealand fur seals lounging on rocks near Sinclair Head. Keep a respectful 20 metre distance and give them space as theyâre fascinating but wild. With the Tasman Sea to your left and rugged hills to your right, thereâs no shortage of dramatic ocean panoramas. On clear days you might even glimpse the South Island across Cook Strait. Above right: Looking down on the beach to Red Rocks. Below right: A seal looks out at Cook Strait.
Tips
Start early to make the most of quieter conditions and better light for photos. Bring water and snacks â there are no cafĂŠs on the trail. Use public transport if you prefer not to drive; the Metlink bus network gets you close, followed by a short walk to the trailhead. Dogs are welcome on leads, but please keep them clear of wildlife. Facilities like toilets and changing areas are available at the Te Kopahou Visitor Centre before you set off. Whether youâre exploring Wellingtonâs wild south coast for the first time or returning for another glimpse of the seals and swirling surf, the Red Rocks walk rewards with a blend of natural wonder, coastal breadth and a touch of adventure; all within easy reach of the city.
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WEATHER brings further showers over FEBRUARY Weather prediction trough the South Island at first, moving later
(Weather is an inexact science, like medicine. Dates given are to be regarded as focus into the east of the North Island before points. Please allow 3-4 days leeway for all forecasts) clearing.
1st Unusually high temperatures parts of the country. As such, the next likely in the Manawatu to the lower four weeks may bring a period of North Island. extreme contrasts. It may be very wet 1st-2nd Chance of the remnants of in Northland, and north and central an ex-tropical cyclone crossing the Canterbury, while very dry elsewhere. South Island around this time, pro- Sunshine hours may be very high in ducing some heavy rain for a Otago and Southland as time mostly on the West Coast, well as in the southwest and very strong winds to most of the North Island from parts of the country south of Taranaki to Kapiti, while Auckland. Chance that high average to slightly sunwind gusts may cause some nier elsewhere. Temperadamage to infrastructure and tures may be above norpower outages from the lower mal in western parts of North Island to Canterbury the country, particularly regions. in the southwest of the by Ken Ring 3rd-4th A trough between South Island including two high pressure centres linFiordland, closer to avergers over the country bringing showers age in the north of the South Island to mostly through central New Zealand. the northeast of the North Island, while 4th-5th High pressure prevails. nearer to average elsewhere. OverChance of misty patches in the Christ- all, the next 3-4 weeks may only see church area. around half the normal rainfall com5th-7th Scattered rain throughout pared to what is average for this time most of the country, later clearing in of year over much of the North Island the southern half of the South Island. south of Auckland, and also around 8th-10th A trough between two high coastal Otago and parts of Southland. pressure centres brings outbreaks of Consequently, soil moisture levels rain throughout most of the country may be in severe deficit in the during this spell, later clearing to iso- Waikato, parts of the Bay of Plenty, lated showers in the east of the South south Taranaki, northern Manawatu, Island. Hawkes Bay to the Wairarapa and in 9th-10th Chance of heavy rain in the parts of Marlborough, south CanterKapiti and Horowhenua regions. bury, Otago and Southland. In con10th Chance that severe soil mois- trast, the Northland region may see ture deficits as a result of persistent up to twice as much rainfall compared hot and mostly dry conditions over the to the norm. The drier conditions may past few weeks may have developed also accompany up to 15% more sunfrom Auckland to the King Country, shine hours than average in Taranaki south Taranaki, northern Manawatu, to Kapiti and in Southland and Otago, Hawkeâs Bay to the Wairarapa, Wel- while most other parts of the country lington, and Marlborough to central can expect nearer to average sunshine Canterbury. to only slightly above average hours. Over the next four weeks there Overall, the next four weeks may be may be many more sub-tropical low- warmer in western parts of the counpressure systems affecting the coun- try with daily maximums around half tryâs climate, resulting in a stronger a degree above average, particularly northeasterly flow. There should be up in the southwest of the South Island, to three significant depressions, with while the remainder of the country each one bringing several days of very may see close to average temperatures. unsettled conditions. In between these 11th-12th Very unstable cold front disturbances, high-pressure systems produces widespread rain at first in may dominate for several days at a the South Island and later moving up time, bringing a similar wind pattern over the North Island. and calmness as the previous four 11th Very hot spell in the Canterbury weeks, with the highs centers once region, particularly in Christchurch. more crossing through the central 13th-14th Another high pressure www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
14th-16th Chance of a decaying tropical depression brushing the northern half of the North Island. 16th Unusually cold overnight in the Hanmer Forest area with chance of frost. 17th High pressure over the South Island may produce some brief fog patches in central Canterbury to the Christchurch area. 17th-18th Rainy spell over the North Island, with some heavy falls likely in Northland and the Bay of Plenty. 19th-22nd A depression crosses the South Island bringing widespread rain, and including thunderstorms, heavy rain, and some hail showers in many districts, as well as the chance of flash flooding in the Canterbury foothills to the north Canterbury region and in the Greymouth areas. Rain activity may spread later over the Cook Strait and into the lower North Island districts. 23rd Anticyclonic. Mostly calm air with chance of overnight fog in Christchurch. 23rd-26th A series of cold fronts and a weak depression move up over the country bringing heavy rain at first in the West Coast and strong and unstable winds throughout. Chance of some isolated showers over the west of the North Island. 25th Chance of pockets of flooding in the West coast, including in the Greymouth area. Possible mists and fogs for a brief time in Christchurch. 26th Very strong south-west wind gusts likely for a time around Banks Peninsula. 27th-28th A large high in the Tasman Sea moves onto the country bringing a dry spell with winds easing to light to mostly calm air throughout. Extracted from 372-page 2026 New Zealand Weather Almanac, by Ken Ring. The 2026 book is available in soft cover and hardback, and as e-version from www.predictweather.com
Extracted from 372page 2025 New Zealand Weather Almanac. Availlable in soft cover and hardback, and as e-version from www.predictweather.com
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Walking Festival
Walking the landscapes: ECHO Walking Festival
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he landscape from the Coro- nect and truly experience this special mandel to Te Puke offers a part of Aotearoa. Running from 20 March â 19 April remarkable diversity of walk2026, ECHO provides walkers of all ing experiences, where sweeping abilities and ages the opportunity to coastlines meet lush native bush. explore and learn about this unique From the rugged tracks of the Kaipart of our country. With 44 walks mai Range and the dramatic beauty ranging from short, gentle outings of Karangahake Gorge to coastal to more demanding full-day advenpaths shaped by wind and sea, these tures, the options are endless! landscapes are rich with cultural For those adventure-lovers there stories and tales of the regionâs minare some challenging walks to fill ing past. your boots. The ECHO Walking Festival Join an overnight crew to the Te brings these stories and places toRereatukahia Hut situated in the gether, offering a programme of incredible Kaimai Ranges. Youâll walks led by knowledgeable guides begin with a steady climb through who invite walkers to explore, conlush native bush, with birdsong, ridgelines, and scenic views along the way. In four hours youâll reach the 12-bunk Te Rereatukahia Hut â a simple, welcoming backcountry stay. Share the night with fellow walkers and wake to the dawn chorus of birdsong. Discover the history of New Zealandâs early telephone network on the Maratoto Wires Track. Located halfway between Paeroa and
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Thames, this inland walk follows a well-marked trail past the remnants of old telephone poles and a historic cattle pen fence. Along the way, enjoy expansive views across the Maratoto Valley, though be prepared for some steep sections before the track finishes at the Maratoto Track intersection. Step back in time on the Horse Whim and Komata Reefs Mine walk at Golden Cross, nestled between WaihÄŤ and Paeroa. This fascinating historic route weaves through former gold workings, where the remains of the Horse Whim â once used to haul ore-filled skips to the tramway â can still be seen. Beginning in open farmland, the track soon winds into native bush, with several short, steep climbs and stream crossings providing a rewarding challenge for experienced trampers. For family adventures, there are many experiences to encourage and educate tamariki! Venture out in Te Aroha for an after-dark adventure on this Twinkle Twinkle Little Titiwai walk! Youâll make your way into the forest as the stars and night creatures come out. Following the Upper Domain Track youâll look for titiwai (glow worms) and listen for ruru (morepork). Join in a Restoration Ramble walk through the IâAnson bush reserve as part of the Sustainable Backyard initiative. Walkers will explore the incredible transformation of the reserve from pastureland to thriving native bush. For a rich and fascinating cultural experience, join Reon Tuanau of Te WhÄnau a Tauwhao on the Above: left: A group on the North South Track. Below left: In a forest walk. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
Walking Festival
Otawhiwhi Cultural Walk. This gentle, guided â walk offers stunning views across Te Moana a Toi and explores the stories and significance of Te Kura a Maia pÄ at Bowentown, WaihÄŤ Beach. One of the key benefits of the ECHO Walking festival is that walks are guided by locals with deep knowledge of the area, and some even take you off the beaten track through private land allowed specifically for this event. Participants gain insight into ecology, history and conservation, while enjoying walking together. You have the support of the guides and fellow walkers, so you can push your limits safely. Most walks are koha-based, making it easy for the whole family to get involved and enjoy the experience. Above right: A happy group at last yearâs event.
Why not turn it into a getaway â stay a few nights in the region and explore several walks while youâre there. So whether youâre looking to explore a new track, learn more about a familiar place, or simply spend time outdoors with purpose, the ECHO
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New Zealand Walks
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New Zealand Walks
Taihape offers a hill and river walk
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By Dave Scoullar aihape in the Rangitikei, features two pleasant walking opportunities both close to the town centre. Best known is the Mt Stewart Reserve walk which starts at the Gumboot sculpture beside SH1 at the north end of the town. A 1.3km uphill track which climbs through native bush with labelled trees takes you to the summit of Mt Stewart. Itâs a relatively short and easy loop walk but be prepared for some steep sections with stairs. A lookout at the top provides 360 degree views of the town, Mt Ruapehu and the Ruahine Range which make the climb well worthwhile. Just down the road and a two minute drive from SH1 is Papakai Park, once a centre of summer www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
activity in Taihape. Over the years the park and riverside trails had deteriorated and revitalisation plans were actioned nearly a decade ago with a restoration project launched in 2019. The Friends of Taihape Charitable Society, NgÄti TamakĹpiri, the RangitÄŤkei Environment Group and the RangitÄŤkei District Council are working collaboratively to restore the areaâs natural beauty between Papakai and Memorial parks and improve accessibility for the community and visitors. Years of mahi, including planting days, earthworks, fundraising and design culminated in the official opening in December 2024 of a new swing bridge called the ĹtĹŤpae Station bridge, Te Pou o ĹtĹŤpae that symbolising the
Above left: The reserveâs walk has steep sections. Above right: Signposting on Mt Stewart is good. Opposite page:: Papakaiâs track runs alongside the river.
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Taihape offers a hill and river walk
support provided by ĹtĹŤpae and the Williams family. Two swing bridges over the Hautapu are now in use and the collective hopes three more will be available in 2026. They link some 7km of walking trails which
are mostly flat but with some steep sections. The stroll along the Hautapu River is easy walking and can be an out-and-back or loop, if you want to use the road for the last bit. The river has swimming holes and is also known for trout fishing. Papakai Parkâs podocarp forest includes mature totara, matai and impressive kahikatea. Other features include large redwoods
and towering papa cliffs along the fast-flowing river. More work needs to be done, particularly with signage, which is currently almost non-existent, if the park is to move from being a local gem to a regional treasure. A park map is available from Taihapeâs library.
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Above left: The lookout has great views. Above right: Lofty kahikatea capture your attention.. Below left: One of the two new swing bridges. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
Overseas Walking Tour
Walking the Greek Islands in Spring
rural charm. This is a tour for active travellers seeking spectacular scenhere is no better season than ery, living history, and the flavours spring to discover Greece of Greece at their seasonal best. All on foot. Before the summer the pictures were taken on our last heat settles over the mainland and walking tour of Greece in 2019; you islands, the countryside comes alive will travel with the same Kiwi tour with carpets of wildflowers, soft managers and local Greek walking breezes, and the gentle warmth that guide who took our last tour. makes walking an absolute pleasure. The adventure begins in Athens, Above left: On the island of Nexos. where history rises above the city in Above right: At the ancient Theria. the soaring columns of the Acropo- Below left: On the island of Delphi. lis and its iconic Parthenon. After exploring the ancient heart of the capital, you can dive into its modern spirit on a food tour through bustling markets and aromatic bakeriesâan introduction to Greeceâs famously generous cuisine. From there, the tour moves into the mountains of Parnassus and the atmospheric ruins of Delphi, where myth and landscape meet in one of the ancient worldâs most sacred places. Then itâs off to Crete, an island that reveals its soul best at walking pace. Spring brings wildflowers to the valleys, cool shade to the gorges, and a shimmering clarity to the coast. The journey continues to the Cyclades, cruising to Santoriniâs volca19 nights I 3-22 MAY 2026 CONFIRMED DEPARTURE nic ridges and the traditional villages Athens, Crete, Santorini, Naxos and Paros. Stunning and beaches of Naxos. Each island coastlines, rustic villages and gorgeous food. offers its own rhythmâSantorini dazzling with drama, 0800 853 276 calderandlawsontours.co.nz Naxos inviting with its slower
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Overseas Walks
From seething surf to mountain marvels
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ay 2026 could be an exciting month for you. It may be that life has become a little dull, or you are dreading the onset of a cold winter But, if we may say so, there is the opportunity to escape to better prospects! Come what may, you can decide to join the fabulous Footsteps walking tour to Southeast Queensland scheduled for 9-24 May, 2026, two glorious weeks exploring the splendours of the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, ex-Brisbane. You may as well!
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As the capital of Queensland, Brisbane (2.5 million people) is a vibrant city worth visiting. The cityâs iconic attractions include the Story Bridge, South Bank Parklands, the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and DâAguilar National Park. The Brisbane Riverwalk stands over the New Farm stretch of the Brisbane River â and itâs the structure thatâs been built not once, but twice. The 2011 floods washed away the original path, but you canât keep a good walking track down. Itâs only 870 metres in length from the end of
âŚthe best day-walks of Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast Merthyr Road to the beginning of the Howard Smith Wharves. However, I recommend starting your stroll down at New Farm Park, then moseying along the riverwalk and the adjoining riverside boardwalk before coming to a stop at the City Botanic Gardens. When it comes to the southern
Above: Hikers on Mt Maroon, Scenic Rim. Below left: Brisbane River Walk at night. Below right: A hiker in Lamington National Park.
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From seething surf to mountain marvels
side of the Brisbane River, finding somewhere to walk in the heart of the city is easy. Between Kangaroo Point and West End, all you need to do is close your eyes and point to find a top-notch place to head. For the more organised and for those after a decent trek kick off at Kangaroo Point, work your way through South Bank and the Cultural Precinct, then head down Montague Road in the direction of West End. On your way, you can see plenty of Brisbaneâs best sights, including the Kangaroo Point cliffs, the Gallery of Modern Art and Davies Park. The Gold Coast, south of Brisbane, isnât all about sun, sand and surf. Certainly the coastal walks at
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Burleigh Heads will give you an excellent taste of that, but the hinterland region is a wealth of raw natural beauty, and the perfect alternative to a day at the beach. Springbrook, Lamington, Tamborine, Mount Barney, Moogerah Peaks, Mount Chinghee and Main Range National Parks are just some of the hinterlandâs pristine environments, known as the âScenic Rimâ and abundant with waterfalls, wildlife, and spectacular views. Alluring forests, mountain streams and winding hiking trails offer walkers a great taste of Queenslandâs impressive natural features. Letâs focus on just one park. Lamington National Park is special because it is part of the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area, preserving a rich diversity of life, including prehistoric-era species. It is recognized for its high biodiversity and its role as a refuge for rare and threatened wildlife. The lush rainforest stretches over 20,000 hectares, with over 130 km of walking tracks emanating from two key termini: Binna Burra and OâReillys. The best walk depends on your fitness level and what you www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
want to see. For an all-day hike, the top choices include the long and scenic Ships Stern Circuit, the challenging but rewarding West Canungra Circuit, or the waterfall-rich Toolona Creek Circuit. The Coomera Circuit and Elabana trail are also great for cascade lovers. For a shorter, adventurous option, try the Caves Circuit Walk or Morans Falls. If you crave a unique perspective, the OâReillyâs Tree Top Walk involves nine suspension bridges that take you 15m above the rainforest floor. The Sunshine Coast is located north of Brisbane. It is a popular
destination for beach and nature lovers, as it is home to some real beauties like Noosa Beach, Coolum and Caloundra. It is also known for its fantastic water parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and stunning inland scenery. Part of what makes the region special is the diversity of its landscape. It includes more than 100km of pristine sandy beaches, Above left: Alerxandra Headlands at sunset. Abocve right top: In the Noosa Everglades. Above right: Walking in the Tamborine Mountains. Below right: Relaxing on Noosaâs main beach.
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From seething surf to mountain marvels surrounded by the quiet beauty of and hinterland villages. Days FOOTSTEPS coastal spent here are characterised by easy
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ambles along the littoral, moderate mountains walks, and cooling dips in rainforest pools Embark on a section of the Sunshine Coastâs most spectacular trek â the Hinterland Great Walk, or set out on a waterfall circuit in Montvilleâs Kondalilla National Park. Sample the great walks in Ravensbourne, Crows Nest, Conondale, Great Sandy and Mount Coolum National Parks. Discover the subtropical wonders of the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve, or witness the majestic beauty of the Glass House Mountains from an array of scenic lookout spots,
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including Wild Horse Mountain Lookout and McCarthyâs Lookout. Two examples will illustrate. Located within the Kondalilla National Park, youâll find the breathtaking Kondalilla Falls, dropping 90m before meandering through the Obi Obi Valley. Here, the shortest walk to try is the Picnic Creek Circuit, which winds through wet eucalyptus forest and pristine rainforest en route to the natural rockpools at the top of the falls. This majestic swimming hole is surrounded by trees, native flora, and prime picnic grounds. Alternatively, the Kondalilla Falls Circuit goes beyond the rockpools and drops down to the base of the waterfall itself. Youâll want to brace yourself for a decent stair climb, but the Insta-worthy views looking back up make it all worth it! Then there is Mt Ngungun. If youâve ever seen a picture of a hinterland summit, itâs probably been the top of this mountain. Arguably the most popular and photographed hinterland hike, climbers love this track due to its relative ease and spectacular views. The 2.8-kilometre trail begins in open forest and offers great views of the other Glass House Mountains: Mount Tibrogargan, Mount Coonowrin, and Mount Beerwah. Before reaching the top, however, youâll still find plenty to explore and admire along the way, including a cool rock overhang cave. Itâs a heady mixture. Nature here seems to revel in unusual contrasts. The crisp sparkle of the sea is backed by smiling hills covered with vegetation in wild luxuriance. The very varied scenery allows you to escape the crowds for pristine solitude. You will certainly return feeling that you have ventured into parts of these popular tourist regions seldom seen by most visitors. For details, go to www.footstepswalkingclub.com and download the dossier. Or contact Footsteps at 021 172 3244, footstepsanz@gmail.com. Above left: Two walks on the Scenic Rim at Maryvalle. Below left: The track at Moorgera Peaks National Park. www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
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f youâre after a truly scenic and accessible river walk in Palmerston North that combines nature, culture, and a sense of community connection, the route from the the bridge at Dittmer Drive over the ManawatĹŤ River to Bells Road at Linton should be on your list. This section of the He Ara Kotahi Pathway offers everything from riverside views and wildlife encounters to built heritage and gentle movement through urban fringe, farmland and bush margins. Starting at the He Ara Kotahi Bridge near Dittmer Drive in Palmerston North, this walk to Bells Road in Linton is approximately 5.6 km one-way. That means an out-andback journey of about 11 km, ideal for a half-day adventure. Most people complete it in one and a half to three hours return, depending on pace, stops, and how much time you spend taking in the views along the way. The trail is broad, flat, and well maintained, combining sealed, asphalt, and limestone surfaces. That makes it beginner-friendly for walkers, runners, families with older www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
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Above: An aerial view looking back towards the city of Palmerston North with the trail on the right side. Below left: A cycist helps a young child up the hill.
children, dog walkers and cyclists alike. The path is truly multi-use, shared safely by pedestrians and riders of all ages. The name He Ara Kotahi means âthe pathway that brings people together,â and it does just that by connecting Palmerston North city, Massey University, FoodHQ and Linton Military Camp while offering a beautiful slice of the ManawatĹŤ landscape. Your journey begins at the striking He Ara Kotahi Bridge, a 194-metre pedestrian and cycle bridge inspired by the shape of a fallen karaka tree, a design rooted in local RangitÄne iwi history and symbolism. Itâs a spectacular first photo stop and looks even more magical at night when soft lighting and luminous spheres illuminate the structure. From the bridge, the path hugs the ManawatĹŤ River, offering peaceful river vistas and opportunities to hear water sounds and bird calls. Along parts of the route, youâll see native fauna including tĹŤÄŤ, kererĹŤ, pÄŤwakawaka (fantails), herons and even New Zealand falcon (kÄrearea) if youâre lucky. The river corridor is not just about scenery. Look out for cultural and ecological highlights, like the Urban Eels feeding platform near the start, where you can observe and learn
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about the important tuna (eels) that thrive in these waters. The He Ara Kotahi Pathway isnât a single straight line as itâs punctuated by several smaller footbridges, connecting you across streams and gullies. Youâll pass through open farmland, traverse subtle changes in terrain, and enjoy green spaces that transition to grazing paddocks as you near Linton. This section skirts historical pÄ sites and remnants of local storylines that enrich the experience; signs and markers along the route help tell
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those tales. Practical Tips Start at Dittmer Drive / Ruha Street entrance for easy car access, parking and facilities including toilets. Take water and snacksâtoilets are available at the start and end. Dogs are welcome but must be on leash. Wear sturdy shoes and sunscreen when the sun is out; parts of the trail are open and exposed to the elements. This trail is a favourite with a wide cross-section of the community. Expect to see: Local walkers and joggers getting their daily steps in. Cyclists commuting or enjoying the terrain. Dog walkers with leashed companions. Families and students from nearby Massey University. Army personnel coming and going from Linton Military Camp. Occasional birdwatchers and photographers taking advantage of the abundant wildlife and river scenes. Whether youâre after an easy Saturday stroll, a scenic run, a family outing or a slice of local culture, the walk from Dittmer Drive bridge to Bells Road in Linton delivers with variety, setting and accessibility. Itâs a gentle but rewarding way to experience the ManawatĹŤ River corridor and its rich tapestry of natural and cultural landscapes. Quite simply, a walk thatâs well worth taking.
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Above top right The track here starts to go inland on its way to Bells Road. Above right: One of the three bridges on the trail to Linton. Below left: Cyclists riding away from the river. Below right; The flat part of the trail beside the Manawatu River.
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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
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Above: Bright sunny spring morning for our hike to summit of Te Tapui, near Matamata. From the lookout, in the distance, we could see snow on the peaks of Mt Ngauruhoe and Mt Egmont. Photo by Photo by Sue Eccles, Te Aroha.
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, and NOT a link to a website to be downloaded. The subject line must have the words âWalking New Zealand Photo Contestâ and the email must include the NAME, POSTAL 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.
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Left: Members of the Upper Hutt Walking and Tramping Club visited Palmerston North and did a walk in the Arapuke Forest Park. Part of our walk was on the Te Araroa Trail and we stopped to read the sign indicating that this was the halfway point of the total trail. Photo by Sharon Dunstan, Whitby. Below: My husband Bruce admiring the kauri forest from the high bridge at Kauri Glen Scenic Reserve, Northcote on Aucklandâs North Shore. Photo by Jo Alexander of Epsom Auckland.
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Above: Dune 45 is 45 km from the Sesrium Gate entrance to the Namib-Naukluft National Park in Namibia. Dune is 85 metres high and the climb is well worth the effort. From the top there is an incredible panoramic view of Dune Valley. Photo by Claire Woodhall, Pandora, Napier. Below left:: A picturesque lunch stop for members of the Bishopdale Tramping Club who walked into Ryde Falls in the Oxford Forest Conservation Area. Photo by Marie-Therese McRae, Papanui, Christchurch. Below right: Woppers find it hard to believe that this bush with Kauri, Kahikatea, Rimu and lofty Pongas plus a fast flowing stream, is such a short distance from suburban Albany. In several spots roofing debris from the Mega Centre has been deliberately left from the cyclone of 2010, showing walkers never to underestimate the power of Nature. Photo by Vicky Ross Red Beach.
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Walking on the edge of the World: the
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Äkohu (Moriori) Wharekauri (Maori) the Chatham Islands offer some of New Zealandâs most remote and rewarding walking experiences, blending dramatic coastal scenery, unique cultural heritage, and rare ecological treasures. From the site of the worldâs first dawn atop Mt Hakepa on Pitt Island to discovering the ancient Rakau Momori carvings at HÄpĹŤpĹŤ, each track reveals a different facet of this extraordinary archipelago. With only around 1,300 visitors each year, the Chathams remain one of New Zealandâs most coveted bucket-list destinations. A walking tour here provides not just breath-
taking landscapes, but a glimpse into a way of life few outsiders ever experience. Located 800 kilometres east of mainland New Zealand, the Chatham Islands feel like another world. Windswept coastlines, rolling hills, and endemic forests create a landscape both rugged and enchanting. For walkers, the islands are a paradise: accessible tracks maintained by the Department of Conservation and private landowners lead through regenerating bush, dramatic limestone formations, and historic reserves. Walking here is more than scenery - it is about connection. The Chathams are steeped in Moriori
and MÄori heritage, and many tracks pass through sites of deep cultural significance. The sense of isolation is profound, yet enriching. The journey begins with a twohour flight from Auckland, Wellington, or Christchurch aboard Air Chathams - the only airline servicing the islands. Visitors are reminded to set their watches forward by 45 minutes, a small but symbolic shift into island time. Daily activities are shaped by the weather and island rhythms. Tracks range from short, easy 20 minute strolls to challenging five or six hour treks, scattered across Chatham and Pitt Islands. Walks can be woven into holidays that also take in the islandsâ major attractions. The absolute walking highlights are the trek up Mt Hakepa to the site of the first sunrise, the JM Barker HÄpĹŤpĹŤ National Historic Reserve to view the remaining Rakau Momori (Moriori tree impressions) and the Rangakia/Thomas Tuuta Scenic Reserve with its impressive views across the Chatham Island. From the southern tip of Chatham there are breathtaking views of the remote outer islands, including the Pyramid, Above: View from the southern end of the Rangaika Thomas Mohi Tuuta Scenic Reserve including Pitt, Mangere, Little Mangere, the Pyramid, Sail and Castle Islands. Below left: A group up Mt Hakepa at the Millennium sculptures.
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Above right: An aerial view looking down on the Basalt Columns.
Chatham Islands Castle, Sail and the very distant Star Keys. Many other walks take in different unique features of Chatham Island. These include the Te Whanga Lagoon/Blind Jimâs walk where visitors fossick for 30 million year old fossilised sharks teeth; the Henga Reserve Walk through regenerating kopi and mahoe forest to dramatic limestone formations and out to the
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Below left: Basalt Columns â One of the most popular attractions on the Chatham Islands, these columnar jointed structures resulted from vertical shrinking from the gradual lava cooling
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Walking on the edge of the World: the Chatham Islands dunes of Long Beach with panoramic dramatic coastal views. At the Nikau Bush Conservation Area you walk through regenerating lowland forest dominated by towering nikau palms, while the Manauea/Ocean Mail Scenic Reserve walk showcases the islandsâ wild seascapes, with the Aster Walk to view the swamp aster and the Wetland Walk through peat lakes and wetland vegetation. The Awatotara Walk follows a Above left: View of the Northern Volcanics â This exhumed submarine seascape comprises small extinct basalt volcanoes erupted on the sea floor between 5 million and 60 million years ago.
predator trapping line through a valley of regenerating bush offering a mix of forest and coastal scenery highlighting the islandsâ and the revival of native birdlife. Another feature is Kopi Farmâs private guided bushwalk through dense 500 year old native bush including Routini (Chatham Islands Christmas tree), Kopi (Karaka), Karamu, Tarahina, Matipo, Hoho trees and Ponga along with an abundance of birdlife. Beyond the tracks, walking tours can be paired with other mustâsee attractions. A visit to the Kopinga Moriori Marae and Tommy Solomon Statue site provides an understanding of the Moriori story and ancient Covenant of Peace. A stroll around Admiral Garden to view many endemic plants including the Chatham Islands Forget-me-not, then down to the impressive Basalt Columns at Ohira Bay that takes in the impressive pentagonal-shaped olivine columns formed from volcanic lava flows dated nearly 80 million
. years ago. Visits to the shipwrecks at Port Hutt, the Northern Volcanics lookout, a walk to the historic1860s Maunganui Stone Cottage and a trip to view the Sunderland Flying Boat and walk down to the Point Munning Seal Colony all provide insights into this very special place that for many feels like a step back in time. Almost every visitor also spends time in the impressive Chatham Islands museum. And there is lots more to discover. For walkers seeking something beyond the ordinary, the Chatham Islands deliver. They are not just a destination but an experienceâone that lingers long after the boots are cleaned and the journey home begins.
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Walking the four WhangÄrei Falls tracks - my day out at Otuihau
By Catherine Tooher pace). The path descends to a lower hereâs something irresistible footbridge that crosses the HÄtea about a place where a river River and then climbs back up the drops off a basalt lip and the other side; there are steps and some forest leans in close to listen. I spent steeper sections but the track is wella day exploring the four main walks formed and maintained. around WhangÄrei Falls / Ptauihau On my walk I lingered at every and if youâre anything like me youâll viewpoint.There are at least three come away with wet shoes, a camera platforms, because each offers a full of waterfall shots, and a stubborn slightly different frame of the falls grin. and different light for photos. The Below I recount my experience basalt rockface makes for dramatic on each walk, with practical details: contrast, and the spray smells faintly distances, typical times, track condi- of moss and river. This loop is famitions, what to look out for, and how ly-friendly and dog-on-lead friendly to get there. in most areas. Track conditions: WhangÄrei Falls sits just north compacted gravel and formed steps; of the city, about a 10-minute drive can be slippery after rain so decent from the town centre. Thereâs a free footwear is sensible. public car park off Boundary Road/ What to see: panoramic waterfall Ngunguru Road with picnic tables, views, close-up plunge pool scenes toilets and a convenient launch point from the lower bridge, birdlife in the for all four walks. trees (fantails, tĹŤÄŤ if youâre lucky), The falls themselves are around and mossy basalt formations. 26 metres high and have multiple Tip: do the short loop early or late viewing platforms, so even if you in the day to catch the sun on the falls only have half an hour youâll get a and avoid the midday crowds. proper waterfall fix.
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Riverside / HÄtea River Walk
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around three hours. Most people treat this as a longer day walk and pick sections of it. I approached the falls from the AH Reed end and the stretch along the river is delightful: boardwalks, mature native bush, occasional farmland views, and several small bridges. The river is calmer upstream and the track meanders enough to make it feel like youâve escaped the city even though you havenât gone far. Length/time: plan two to three hours one way (you can shorten or arrange a return shuttle). Parts are suitable for a one to one and a half hour wander if you only want a taste. Track conditions: mostly formed paths and boardwalks; some pebbly/uneven banks near the river and muddy patches after rain. Good walking shoes recommended. What to see: native bush canopy, mature tĹtara and kauri pockets near AH Reed, quiet river pools, and often more birdlife than at the falls themselves. Tip: if you start at the town basin and walk to the falls youâll be mostly downhill and I found the return leg a lot more tiring.
AH Reed Memorial Park link / Kauri Park loop
(forest and kauri) The track between WhangÄrei Falls and A H Reed Memorial Kauri Park (sometimes done as a circular
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Walking the four WhangÄrei Falls tracks - my day out at Otuihau loop that includes Sands Road) is my favourite for forest immersion. This route links through areas with large native trees and a canopy walk near the AH Reed end. The brochure and local trail maps list options that make the loop about 4 to 5 km, and can take two to three hours depending on how much time you spent admiring the kauri and boardwalk sections. I took my time here as thereâs a gentle hush in the kauri groves that makes you slow your pace naturally. Walk details and Tips Track conditions: boardwalks, formed tracks, and some steeper, rooty climbs. Sections near the kauri can be especially well-maintained to protect the trees. What to see: ancient kauri pockets,
canopy boardwalks, small waterfalls and cascades, and interpretive signage about local flora. Tip: the kauri areas often have muddy patches in wet weather so gaiters or waterproof shoes are handy in winter.
Sands Road Loop and extended circuit
(the long circuit) For a fuller day out I did the Sands Road Loop which, combined with the Falls AH Reed link, becomes a substantial circuit. Local guides list the Sands Road loop at roughly 4.8 km and the full extended circuit (including rejoining via Clapham/ Sands/Ngunguru roads and river paths) at up to three hours. I treated it as a half-day hike with a picnic
on the riverbank. The loop passes through mixed farmland edges and native forest where youâll cross farm paddocks in places, then re-enter sheltered bush, so itâs a pleasant variety of scenery. Length/time: about 4.8 km for the Sands Road Loop; full circuit up to 3 hours. Track conditions: mixed â formed track, farm tracks, and some riverbank with gravel/pebbles. Waymarking is decent but phone reception is patchy in parts so take a map or screenshot. What to see: changing landscapes â river views, native bush, pastoral outlooks, and small waterfalls/rapids off the HÄtea. Tip: the loop is better in dry weather; I found some stretches quite pebbly and uneven after rain. Transport: driving from WhangÄrei town is easiest just follow State Highway 1 and the brown/brown âWhangÄrei Fallsâ signs to Boundary/ Ngunguru Road. There are bus options mentioned by local guides but frequency is limited; driving gives you flexibility. Walking the four tracks around WhangÄrei Falls / Otuihau felt like a compact sampler of Northland: dramatic basalt and a plunging waterfall, calm river stretches, pockets of ancient kauri, and farmed hills slipping into bush. Each walk has its own rhythm with the short loop is for the selfie-and-cafĂŠ crowd, the river walk is for slow contemplation, the kauri link is for the nature nut, and the Sands Road/extended loop is for people who want a proper half-day in the bush. If you only have an hour, do the loop. If you can spare a morning, stitch together the falls plus the AH Reed and a river stretch and youâll leave with that rare, satisfied ache in your legs and a memory of a very New Zealand waterfall day.
Above left: The ramp down to the Hatea River. Below left: One of the falls viewing platforms.
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Rangitoto Island walk By Frank Goldingham
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tanding on the summit of Mt Rangitoto, with Auckland spread out below me and the Hauraki Gulf shimmering in every direction, I felt a quiet sense of achievement. Rangitoto is not the tallest or hardest walk in New Zealand, but it is one of the most iconic. Walking to the top is as much about the journey through a unique volcanic landscape as it is about the destination. My day began in Aucklandâs city centre, where getting to Rangitoto is surprisingly easy. I caught a ferry from the downtown terminal, a relaxed 25-minute trip across the WaitematÄ Harbour. As the city skyline slowly slipped behind us, Rangitotoâs unmistakable cone came into full view. The island rises dramatically from the sea, its dark lava slopes and gentle symmetry making it instantly recognisable. Stepping off the ferry felt like arriving in another worldâquiet, rugged, and free from cars or crowds. The walk to the summit follows the well-known Summit Track, which is about 2.3 kilometres one way. The Above left: The ferry wharf at Rangitoto. Above right: Rangoto stands proudly in the Hauraki Gulf. Middle left: A group on the path. Below left: Having a rest while adniring the view.
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to the summit track is clearly marked and well maintained, making it accessible for most people with a reasonable level of fitness. Still, it is not entirely flat or easy. The path gradually climbs upward over hardened lava flows, and in places the surface is uneven, made up of rough volcanic rock. Good shoes are essential, and I found myself taking my time, watching each step and appreciating the landscape around me. What struck me first was the feeling of walking across relatively young land. Rangitoto is Aucklandâs youngest volcano, and the evidence is everywhere. Jagged black lava fields stretch out on either side of the track, dotted with resilient native plants that have slowly reclaimed the rock. PĹhutukawa trees twist and spread their roots through cracks in the lava, their shapes sculpted by wind and time. The contrast between the dark stone and the bright green foliage made the scenery feel dramatic and
Above right: Walking in a shaded part and on a firm track. Middle right: A lookout about halfway up the mountain. One of the track signs on the mountain.
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Rangitoto Island summit walk almost otherworldly. As I climbed higher, the views began to open up. Through gaps in the trees, I could see back toward the city, with ferries cutting white lines through the harbour. I stopped oftenânot just to rest, but to take photos, drink water, and simply absorb the atmosphere. The track has benches and small clearings along the way, perfect for pausing and listening to the sounds of birds or the crunch of footsteps on volcanic rock. The climb took me just over an hour at a steady, relaxed pace. I wasnât rushing; part of the joy of Rangitoto is slowing down and noticing the details. I explored some of the lava formations
Hauraki Gulf sparkles, dotted with islands like Waiheke and Motutapu, each with its own shape and story. I spent a long time at the summit, beside the track, marvelling at how sitting on the rocks and soaking it the rock had cooled into ripples and folds, frozen in motion. At one point, I detoured briefly to peer into a lava Above left: This couple made it to cave, imagining the molten flows that the top. once carved out these spaces. Above right: A couple in a shaded Reaching the summit felt quietly part. triumphant. There is no dramatic sign Below left: Its a walk on the roots or fanfare, just a sense that the land here. drops away in all directions. From Below right: A few steps here near the top, the views are nothing short the summit. of spectacular. Auckland stretches out beneath you, its buildings and bridges suddenly small and orderly. The Sky Tower stands out clearly, and beyond it the city blends into green suburbs and blue water. Looking the other way, the
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all in. This was my reward for the climb: fresh air, open space, and a panoramic view that made the effort worthwhile. I took photos, ate a snack, and simply enjoyed being present in the moment. Despite Rangitotoâs popularity, the summit felt calm and unhurried, with everyone sharing the same sense of appreciation. The walk back down was easier on Above right Looking back at the city of Auckland from the viewing platform.
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the lungs but required just as much attention to footing. Descending gave me a new perspective on the landscape, and I noticed details I had missed on the way up. The return trip felt faster, and before long I was back near the ferry terminal, feeling pleasantly tired and satisfied. Walking up Mt Rangitoto is not just a hike; it is an experience that combines
nature, history, and stunning scenery. From the easy ferry ride out of the city to the steady climb across lava fields and the unforgettable summit views, the journey offers a perfect escape from urban life. It reminded me that adventure doesnât always require long travel or extreme challenges but sometimes, itâs waiting just across the water, rising quietly from the sea.
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Wrights Hill Lookout walk
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Above right; The view from the Lookout on Wrights Hill. Below left: Part of the underground fortress built in the early 1940âs.
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erched above the western suburbs of Wellington, the Wrights Hill Lookout Loop Walk offers a rewarding blend of bush walking, sweeping city views, and wartime history in a compact, easily reached package. This is a walk where native birdsong mingles with echoes of World War Two, and where every bend in the track seems to reveal either another view or another story. âThere are a couple of ways to experience Wrights Hill, but the classic Lookout Loop is a short, undulating circuit that most reasonably fit walkers can manage in an easy half-day outing. The official Wrights Hill Lookout Loop is about 2.3 kilometres long and is usually completed in around one hour 30 minutes at a relaxed pace, allowing time to pause at viewpoints and historic relics. âM any walkers link this with neighbouring tracks to create a longer loop, commonly around 3.9 kilometres, which takes between two and three hours including stops. The terrain is a mix of gravel and dirt paths with some steady climbs and
descents, so the walk is generally classed as moderate rather than a flat stroll. âIf you are short on time or walking with less mobile companions, there is also an easier, shorter option. From the end of Wrights Hill Road, an easy-access track leads almost directly to the lookout, suitable for assisted wheelchair users and those who prefer to avoid steeper, rougher sections. âFrom the car park on Wrights Hill Road, the main loop begins by climbing through regenerating native bush alive with tĹŤÄŤ, kÄkÄ and other birdlife spilling over from nearby Zealandia Te MÄra a TÄne. The first section, known as Johnâs Track, is a shaded ascent where the forest closes in around you and the city quickly feels much further away than it is. A â s the track gains height, the bush opens out and you emerge onto the broad summit area crowned by the lookout and gun emplacements. On a clear day the payoff is impressive: 360âdegree views over Wellington city, Te WhanganuiâaâTara harbour, the MÄkara wind farm on the western skyline, and the patchwww.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
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work of suburbs tucked into the surrounding hills. âThe loop then swings along the ridge, skirting the predatorâproof fence of Zealandia before dropping gently back towards the starting point. Along the way you pass open grassed areas such as the Parade Ground, ideal for a picnic, as well as scattered concrete structures that hint at the hillâs military past. âHistory of Wrights Hill and the fortress The real point of difference at Wrights Hill is its extraordinary underground fortress, much of it hidden beneath your feet as you walk. Planned from the midâ1930s and built between 1942 and 1944, Wrights Hill Fortress was designed as a coastal artillery battery to protect Wellington from enemy ships during World War Two. Engineers drove a network of tunnels some 620 metres long through the hill, linking war shelters, plotting rooms, magazines, engine rooms and three huge gun emplacements, although only two guns were ever installed. These 9.2âinch guns were powerful enough to fire across Cook www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
Strait, and they were testâfired in 1946 and 1947, but the fortress never fired a shot in anger and no enemy ships ever appeared. With the wartime threat receding, the site gradually lost military significance. By the early 1960s the guns had been removed and sold for scrap, the gun pits were filled in, and the defence reserve status was lifted, although various agencies continued to use parts of the site for utilities and telecommunications. Today the fortress is recognised as a Category 1 historic place, underlining its importance in New Zealandâs coastal defence story. For most walkers, the first encounter with the fortress comes at the summit, where concrete gun emplacements and entrances to the tunnel system sit right beside the lookout. On certain open days throughout the year, volunteers from the Wrights Hill Fortress Restoration Society lead oneâhour guided tours through the tunnels, bringing to life the experiences of the soldiers who once worked here. When open, visitors can wander through the dim corridors with a map and pamphlet, exploring plotting rooms, engine spaces and magazines that lie up to 15 metres underground. Even when the tunnels are closed, the surface structures, interpretation panels and the sheer scale of the gun positions give a vivid sense of what once stood on this quiet Wellington hill. Wrights Hill is about 8 kilometres
from central Wellington, with free parking at the main car park on Wrights Hill Road, though spaces fill quickly on fine weekends. Public transport users can bus to Karori and walk about 20 minutes up to the trailhead, making it an accessible adventure for visitors without a car. âThe loop is open yearâround, but late spring to early autumn offers the most pleasant conditions and the best chance of longâdistance views. Dogs are welcome on the tracks as long as they are kept on a leash, and families will find plenty to keep children interested, from exploring bunkers and spotting wildlife to simply racing up to the lookout to see âall of Wellingtonâ in a single sweeping view. Above right: The large lookout on the top of Wrights Hill. Below right: The entrance to the Wrights Hill track.
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alking to see the Muriwai Gannet Colony is one of the most rewarding short coastal experiences near Auckland, offering visitors a dramatic blend of rugged West Coast scenery and spectacular birdlife. Located at Ĺtakamiro Point above Muriwai Beach, this colonial gathering of Australasian gannets attracts nature lovers, photographers, and families from around New Zealand and overseas. From the Muriwai Beach car park at the end of Motutara Road or the Maukatia (MÄori Bay) car park, you can embark on a delightful coastal walk up to the gannet viewing platforms. The most direct and popular route, the Takapu Refuge Walk, is approximately 1.5 km return (about 30 to 45 minutes) on a well-formed boardwalk and gravel path Along the way youâll pass breathtaking views of the black sand beach and Tasman Sea, and soon rise up to
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coastal clifftop vantage points where the gannets nest. For walkers wanting a bit more distance and scenery, longer routes extend beyond the basic loop out to the gannets, such as walks heading south toward Maukatia Bay and beyond to Maori Bay, but these can add extra time and terrain. The path is generally easy to moderate underfoot, with some gentle elevation as you climb to the headland. Walking poles arenât necessary, but sturdy footwear is useful if you choose to explore off the main track. On a clear day, expect excellent views both north and south along Muriwaiâs rugged coastline. History of the Gannets The Australasian gannet (Sula ser-
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rator) is a large seabird known for its striking white plumage, black-tipped wings, and astonishing diving ability. These birds spend most of their lives at sea, returning to land only to breed. Their spectacular hunting technique, plunging from heights of up to 30 metres and hitting speeds near 145 km/h makes them a captivating subject for spectators. Muriwaiâs colony began when a small number of pioneering birds chose the offshore stacks near Ĺtakamiro Point as breeding territory. Over the decades, the numbers have steadily grown, making this one of only three mainland gannet colonies in New Zealand. The colony is seasonal: birds arrive as early as August, form pairs, build nests, lay a single egg in spring, and raise chicks through summer. By late summer and early autumn (around MarchâApril), juveniles fledge and undertake their first long journey, often to Australian waters where they spend several years before returning. What Youâll Experience Arriving at the viewing platforms, youâll be treated to the sights and sounds of gannet life. Courtship displays, territorial interactions, and parental care are all part of the show, and thanks to carefully positioned viewing platforms, you can watch from close enough to appreciate their behaviour without disturbing the birds. The coastal environment can be windy and weather-exposed, especially in winter. Even in mild conditions, the fresh ocean breeze adds to the sense of wildness that defines this
part of Aucklandâs west coast. Tips for Visiting Best Time: Peak gannet season is August to March. Bring: Binoculars, water, windproof layers, and a camera. Access: Check for track status updates before you go. Sections can occasionally close for maintenance and safety work. Walking to see the Muriwai Gannet Colony is more than a short tramp, itâs an immersive encounter with one of New Zealandâs most charismatic seabirds, set against the timeless Atlantic-like drama of the Tasman Sea and black-volcanic sands. Above left: Itâs only a short walk here uphill to the viewing platform. Above right: An information sign tells the gannet storty. Below left: A gannet gliding.
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Walking Clubs Groups
NORTH ISLAND NORTHLAND BAY OF ISLANDS
BAY OF ISLANDS WALKERS: Saturday (AM), Jacqui Watson 022-6019741, Roz Whittaker 021-063-1455 DARGAVILLE
DARGAVILLE TRAMPING GROUP: Last Sunday of month (AM), Lynley Thompson 021-102-3974, colvilleestate1@gmail.com WHANGAREI
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 60âs UP: Monday, Thursday (AM), Yvonne 09-435-1101 TIKIPUNGA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Barbara Derrick 09435-0746 WAIPU WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM) WHANGAREI TRAMPING CLUB: http://www.whangareitrampingclub. co.nz/ GREAT BARRIER ISLAND
BARRIER TRAMPING& BEER LOVERS CLUB: Sunday, John Brock 09-429-0211
AUCKLAND
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES CLUB: midweek, weekends (BIA), walks, tramps, www.oacnz.org, OutdoorActivitiesAuck@outlook.com AUCKLAND NATURAL HISTORY CLUB: Every second Sunday, (AM), (IA), www.aucklandnaturalhistoryclub.org ALPINESPORTS CLUB: tramps, walks, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday. www.alpinesports.org.nz or membership@alpinesport.org.nz THUMBS UP ADVENTURE GROUP (TUAC): Alan Grigg 027-493-6850, Libby 021-137-1488, Leonie 021-222-8982, www.tuac.co.nz WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, info@ wops.co.nz, www.wops.co.nz AUCKLAND CENTRAL
AUCKLAND YMCA MARATHON CLUB, (Walkers Section), Sunday (AM), Helen Meyer 09-815-1444 AUCKLAND CATHOLIC TRAMPING CLUB: Sarah Hart 09-625-7891, actc. trampingclub@gmail.com AUCKLAND JOGGERS CLUB: Tuesday (PM), Thursday (PM), Saturday (AM), (BIA), vpadmin@aucklandjoggers.co.nz, www.aucklandjoggers.co.nz. AUCKLAND PRESBYTERIAN HARRIER & WALKING CLUB: Michael Vickers, 09-579-5355 AUCKLAND BAPTIST TRAMPING CLUB: Sunday Monthly (PM), (BIA), John McCarthy 027-289-3543 RACEWALKING AUCKLAND: Sunday (AM), Grant 09-299-5634, www. sportsground.co.nz/racewalkingauckland/ AUCKLAND TRAMPING CLUB: Tony Walton 09-630-2591 www. aucktramping.org.nz AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY TRAMPING CLUB: Michelle Lee 09-358-1296 AUCKLAND WALKING GROUP: Sunday Monthly, Jashil Rana, jashilrana@gmail.com BLOCKHOUSE BAY WALKING CLUB: Ces Gussey 09-837-5441 EAST AND BAYS RUNNERS & WALKERS: Glendowie, Saturday, Sally 09-522-5321 EPSOM Yâs COMMUNITY CENTRE WALKERS: Tuesday/Thursday (AM), Ray Neems 021-086-25639, Barry Farrel 021--083-23529 LYNFIELD YâS WALKING CLUB: Mt Roskill, Sunday (AM), Marlene 09-827-2737, Danny 09-627-9993 MT ALBERT Yâs WALKING GROUP: Tuesday Friday, (AM), 09-846-0788 MT ROSKILL COMMUNITY HOUSE: Theresa McDonald, 09-624-3281 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES CLUB AUCKLAND: midweek, weekends (BIA), walks, tramps, www.oacnz.org, OutdoorActivitiesAuck@outlook.com ST HELIERS HIKERS: First/Third Wednesdays (9am to 4pm), Christine W. 027-658-3102 STEP OUT WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Olivia 09-555-5164 WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Donna Sheppard, info@wops.co.nz, 09-535-8239, www.wops.co.nz WEST AUCKLAND
BLUE TOP WALKERS: Henderson, Tuesday, Thursday (AM), Terry Wilson 09-814-9523 or 021-266-1071, terryandsheena@gmail.com, www. bluetopwalkers.weebly.com FIA OLA WOMENâS 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, Wednesday (PM) and Saturday (AM), Neil Turner 09-817-6230 GREEN BAY MUMS BUSH WALKERS: Every second Monday, Anne 09-827-7810 or 09-817-5867
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), Mary Davies 09-412-2262 LYNNMALL SHOPPING CENTRE KIWIFIT CLUB: Monday, Wednesday (AM), (BIA), 09-826-2333 LYNFIELD WALKING CLUB: Mt Roskill, Sunday (AM), Marlene 09-8272737, Danny 09-627-993 LYNNDALE AMATEUR ATHLETIC & HARRIER CLUB: Wednesday and Sunday (AM), Mic Baker 09-626-3232 MASSEY ATHLETIC CLUB: Sunday (AM), Shena McGregor 09-412-8076 MASSEY JOGGERS & WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Kerry Watt 09-838-6665 or 021-517-049 NEW LYNN ACTIVE 35+ WALKING GROUP: New Lynn, Wednesday, Lorraine, 09-827-8663 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 09-4129952 SUMMERLAND WALKERS: Henderson, Tuesday, Thursday (AM), Lyn Mountier 09-838-1599 TE ATAU PENINSULA WALKERS: Monday, Friday (AM), Wednesday (PM), Mary Jones 09-834-6989 TE ATATU SOUTH ACTIVE 35+ WALKING GROUP: Te Atatu South, Wednesday, Edna, 09-834-1401 THE HAPPY WANDERERS WALKING GROUP: Wednesday (AM), Joy Williams 09-817-2464 or 027-353-3434 TITIRANGI TWILIGHT WALKERS: Tuesdays, Thursday, (PM) Titirangi Library, Wednesday (PM) Glovers Real Estate Green Bay, Louise 021437-547, louisenicholson@xtra.co.nz TITIRANGI WALKERS: Sundays (AM), John Harris 09-627-0099, jeanah@ihug.co.nz Yâs WALKING HENDERSON: Tuesdays, Thursday, Sarah, 09-836-8031 Yâs 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, Donna Sheppard, info@wops.co.nz, 09-535-8239, www.wops.co.nz WEST AUCKLAND TRAMPING CLUB: Sunday (AM), www.westaucklandtrampingclub.co.nz NORTH SHORE
10,000 STEPS HARBOUR CLUB: Harbour Sport 09-415-4610 60âs UP TORBAY/BROWNS BAY: Wed (AM), Jan Elliott 09-473-3811, Josette Westcott 09-479-8159 ABERDEEN ROAD WALKERS: Campbells Bay, Saturday (PM), Patsy Hulse 09-410-9353 BUSH WALK & TALK: Margi Keys, 09-443-6919 or 0274-481-581 BIRKENHEAD PROBUS CLUB: Albany, Tuesday (AM), Tracy Watson 09-414-5351 BROWNS BAY/TORBAY 60âs UP MOVEMENT: Wednesday (AM), Roy Urlic 09-473-8777 CALLIOPE ATHLETICS WALKERS & HARRIERS: Northcote, Wednesday (PM), Gaye Green 09-444-7946 DEVONPORT WALKERS: Devonport, 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: Browns Bay, Tuesday, Friday (AM), Pam Mattson 09-302-4882 or 021-268-4154, pam_4882@yahoo.co.nz 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), Paula Cole 09-444-6435 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), Dave or Panny 09-476-7447 NORTH SHORE SOCIAL WALKING GROUP: Every second Wednesday, Rosamonde Johnson 022-308-8975, rsmndj@gmail.com NORTH SHORE TRAMPING CLUB: president@nstc.org.nz, www. nstc.org.nz NORTHCOTE WALKING GROUP: Northcote, alternative Tuesdays, Brucilla Wright 09-480-0150, brucilla.wright@xtra.co.nz TORBAY WALKERS: Torbay, Wednesday (AM), Lorna Stewart, 09473-8731
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Fitness levels: âBâ beginner, âIâ intermediate, âAâ 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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WALKERS & TALKERS: Campbells Bay, Wednesday (AM), Brenda Gray 09-410-4019, Dorothy Ensor 09-478-6702 WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Donna Sheppard, info@wops.co.nz, 09-535-8239, www.wops.co.nz
NORDIC WALKING GROUPS
Acacia Cove Nordic Walking Group: Sunday (AM) Jenny Wills 09267-5416 Bridge the Gap Nordic Walkers: Sunday (AM ), Sheila Milbourn/ Margaretha Cooper 027-537-0944/021-141-3801 Cornwall Park Nordic Walking Group: Saturday (AM), June Stevenson 09-361-6636 or 0274-383-923 Cornwall Park Nordic Gold (Senior Group) Monday (AM), June Stevenson 09-361-6636 or 0274-383-923 North Shore Nordic Walkers Sunday (AM), Marie McLisky 09-4755247 or Judy Hawkins (after 6pm) 027-572-2474 Pakuranga Nordic Walkers: Thursday (AM) Deidre Nielsen 09271-3324 YMCA Nordic Walkers Thursday (AM) June Stevenson 09-361-6636 or 0274-383-923 RODNEY
ABERDEEN ROAD WALKERS: Campbells Bay, Saturdays (PM), 09482-1172 10,000 STEPS HARBOUR CLUB: Harbour Sport 09-415-4610 ARIKI WALKERS: Snells Beach, Mondays (AM), Ivan Melville 09-4254999 HEALTH IN ACTION: (BIA), Susie George 09-426-1269 HELENSVILLE WALKERS: Helensville, Tuesday (AM), Janet Heron 09-420-8773 HIBISCUS COAST WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Wednesday (PM), Kevin Tiller, 09-426-6461, 021-0265-1534 LEISURE WALKERS: Whangaparaoa, Thursday (AM), Pam Jordan 021-136-6129, pajordan0452@gmail.com MONDAY WALKERS: Monday (AM), Snells Beach, 09-Lyne Melville 09-425-4999 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 09-431-4692 WOMENS OUTDOOR PURSUITS INC: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Anne 09-480-5424, www.wops.co.nz WAIHEKE ISLAND
WAIHEKE ISLAND WALKING GROUP: Saturday (PM), Shaona Maddle, 09-372-6645 COUNTIES/MANUKAU
HOWICK TRAMPING CLUB: Sunday (AM), (BIA), Jacqui Whiteside , HowickTrampingClub@outlook.com PUKEKOHE JOGGERS & WALKERS GROUP: Tuesday Thursday, Sunday (AM), 021-042-1325 WAIUKU WALKING GROUP: Information Centre, Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), ONEWHERO KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUP: Merlene, Walker, 09-232-8844 PAKURANGA ATHLETIC CLUB JOGGERS & WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday 9am (BIA), Rosalea Dun 0210041-4074 PAKURANGA KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday (AM), 09-576-9739 MANUKAU TRAMPING CLUB: Judith Walker, 09-296-6977 MANGERE BRIDGE WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (AM). Meet at Village Square MANUREWA YâS WALKING GROUP: Clendon Recreation Centre, Tuesday, Thursday (AM), 09-266-1100 HOWICK PICTON CENTRE WALKERS: Howick Picton Centre, Monday, Thursday (AM), 09-534-2712 HOWICK YâS WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), 09-534-5153 PUKEKOHE TRAMPING CLUB: Mark Leys 09-294-8927, mleys@ orcon.net.nz TOI TOI TREKKERS TRAMPING CLUB: Noel Newsome 09-278-4962
WAIKATO HAMILTON
NAWTON WALKING GROUP: Rene Smyth, 07846-3245 CHARTWELL WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Carrie Haak 07855-4281 DINSDALE WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Val Russell 07-847-6539 ENDERLEY WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Leonie Smith 07855-2224 HAMILTON TRAMPING CLUB: Alan Bigham 07-856-4646 NAWTON WALKING GROUP: Monday Tuesday (AM), Roslynn Billman 07-847-4873 SILVERDALE WALKING GROUP: Sister Anne Marie Jones 07-856-8980 FLAGSTAFF WALKING GROUP: Monday Wednesday Friday (AM), Gillian Bartram 07-854-0069 WESTFIELD MALL WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM) Westfield Mall Chartwell HAMILTON MARATHON CLINIC:Tuesday (PM), Sunday (AM), Ross Murphy 027-474-1213 or Michael Robinson 027-322-5335 TOD SQUAD: Friday (AM), Julie 07-829-4579 Yâs WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM) www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
Walking Clubs Groups New Zealand Walk MONDAY BUSHTRAMPERS: Monday, Marian 07-828-9029 BREAKAWAYS BUSH WALKING & TRAMPING CLUB: Sandra Woods 027-296-9836 WAIKATO TRAMPING CLUB: www.wtc.org.nz or Stu Kneebone 07-827-3097 WANDERERS TRAMPING CLUB: Colin 07-855-1335 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), Corry Crabb 07-888-8412 MATAMATA TRAMPING & WALKING GROUP: Shirley Hickson 07-8821355, brian.shirl@clear.net.nz MORRINSVILLE
MORRINSVILLE WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Ruth Stanley 07880-9088 OTOROHANGA
OTOROHANGA WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM) PAEROA
PAEROA WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday (AM), Elaine Lally 07-862-8409 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 OâDonoghue, 07-877-8492 TAIRUA
TAIRUA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday, Mike Lord, 07-868-6025 THAMES
THAMES WALKING GROUP: Monday, Friday (AM), Mike Lord, 07868-6025 TAUPO
TAUPO HARRIER CLUB WALKING SECTION: Saturday (PM), Wednesday (AM), 027 758 3410 TAUPO TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (AM), Thursday (AM), Weekends (AM or PM), Sarah Bloomer, 027-693-3709 TAUPO MONDAY WALKERS: Monday (AM), (BIA), Sandra or David Foss 021-378-423, Walkersmondaytaupo@gmail.com WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (PM), (I), info@sportwaikato. org.nz TE AROHA
TE AROHA WALKERS: Thursday (AM), Ruth Stanley 07-880-9088 TE AWAMUTU
TE AWAMUTU TUESDAY TRAMPERS: Tuesday, Ave Wooding 027-2770209, Elly Peiper 027-277-3543 TE AWAMUTU WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), Jan Jefferies 07-889-7032 TE AWAMUTU MARATHON CLINIC: Sunday (AM), (BIA), Hillary Thomas 027-296-3087 TE KUITI
TWILIGHT WALKING GROUP: Monday, (PM), (BIA), Dede Downs, 07-878-7867 TOKOROA
TOKOROA ALPINE CLUB:Midweek, Christine 07-886-7294
BAY OF PLENTY COROMANDEL
COROMANDEL TOWN WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday (AM) 07-8667101or 07-866-8560 KATIKATI
KATIKATI TRAMPING CLUB: fortnightly Saturdays, Laraine Hughes 021-073-7084 KAWERAU
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 ROTORUA
CROSS COUNTRY WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday, (AM), (A), Sue Jenkins 07-332-5929 or 027-332-2692, suzwjay48gmail.com LAKE CITY ATHLETIC CLUB WALKERS GROUP: Tueday, Thursday (PM), Sunday (AM), Rob Colledge 07-348-7768, info@lakecity.co.nz, www. lakecity.co.nz GREEN PRESCRIPTION WALKING GROUP: TMonday and Thursday (AM), (B), Melissa Gordon 07-348-4125 HEART SUPPORT WALK GROUP: Tueday (AM), Wally Walford 07347-6173 MOKOIA COMMUNITY CENTRE WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (B), Melissa Gordon 07 348 4125 SPRINGFIELD STROLLERS: Wednesday (AM), (BIA), Glenys Searancke 07-348-4243 www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
ROTORUA TRAMPING & SKI CLUB: Sundays (AM), Trevor Cochrane 07-345-6362 ROTORUA WALKING CLUB: suzejay48@gmail.com ST BARNABAS WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM), (BIA), Joy Gordon 07-357-5744 THE THURSDAY STROLLERS: Thursday (AM), (B), Myrtle Raxworthy 07-346-3772 U3A WALKING GROUP: 2nd and 4th Fridays (AM), Ann Sullivan 07348-1991 annsullivan822@gmail.com WALKING WITH JOY: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Elaine Wood 07-349-4228
843-7804, www.runwalkhb.org.nz Ys WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday, Napier, Kay Hacche 06-844-4891 or Helen Jarvis 027-645-9980
AGE CONCERN: Tauranga, Wednesday (AM), 07-578-2631 CITY ON ITS FEET: (COIF) (BIA) For days and time phone Sport Bay of Plenty 07-578-0016 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 KAIMAI RAMBLERS TRAMPING GROUP: Wednesday, Roger 07-5441622 Yâs WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), YMCA, 07-578-5891 MOUNT RUNNERS & WALKERS: Tuesday, Friday, Sunday, info@mtrunnersandwalkers.co.nz , www.mtrunnersandwalkers.co.nz 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 07-578-0016 TAURANGA MID-WEEK TRAMPING GROUP: Alan Stewart 027-2223325, atstewart37@gmail.com TAURANGA ROAD RUNNERS: Sunday (AM), Simon 027-577-1450 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: packnboots@gmail.com
INDEPENDENT WALKERS TARANAKI: Saturday (PM). North: Ray/ Mary 06-756-7798. Central: Wallace/Nancye 06-762-2861. South: Alan/Jean 06-278-6846
TAURANGA/MT MAUNGANUI
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TARADALE/GREEN MEADOWS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (IA), Diane Turner 06-844-4114 WAIPUKURAU
WAIPUKURAU WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Eleanor Green 06-857-8612
TARANAKI
NEW PLYMOUTH
TIME FOR ME WALKS FOR WOMEN: Friday (AM), (I), Glenice 06758-3974 FRONT RUNNER GROUP: Monday (PM), (BIA), Kelvin & Michelle Giddy WESTOWN WALKING GROUP FOR WOMEN: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (IA), Karen 06-751-1361 WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Karen 06-751-1361 SPOTSWOOD WALKING GROUP: Monday, Wednesday, Friday (AM), (BI), Allie Fitzgibbon 06-751-2304 NEW PLYMOUTH JOGGERS & WALKERS CLUB: Sunday (AM), Wednesday (PM), www.npjw.co.nz EGMONT ATHLETICS: Karen Green, 06-758-1569 WAITARA
WAITARA WEEKLY HIKOI: Monday (PM), Waitara Netball Courts, Trevor Todd 06 754 8508 INGLEWOOD
INGLEWOOD WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (I), Maureen 06756-7255 OPUNAKE
OPUNAKE WALKING GROUP: Tuesday 10am, corner of Tasman Street and Havelock Street beside Club Hotel, Margaret 027-477-5600 STRATFORD
STRATFORD RUNNERS & WALKERS CLUB: Saturday (PM), (BIA), 06-765-8549 STRATFORD WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Carol Digby 06-765-7482 HAWERA
HAWERA WALKING GROUPO: Friday (AM), Nancy Riddick 06-2785784
TE PUKE WALKERS: Tuesday (AM), 07-573-8306 WAIHI
WAIHI STRIDERS: Wednesday (AM), Julie Stephenson 07-867-7011 WAIHI STROLLERS: Friday (AM), Julie Stephenson 07-867-7011 WAIHI MONDAY TRAMPING GROUP: Harumi Tagahashi 027-860-7168, Gary OâDwyer 027-313-9006, Brett Wishart 021-0841-6685 WHAKATANE
SUNSHINE WALKING GROUP: Whakatane, Tuesday (AM), (I), Graham Thomas, 07-307-9800 HARRIERS WALKERS WHAKATANE: Saturday, (PM), (I), Noel Jones, 07-308-7101 NGA-TAPUWAE O-TANEATUA TRAMPING CLUB: Whakatane, Ohope, Opitiki, Kawerau; John Keene, john.keene@clear.net.nz WHITIANGA
WHITIANGA WALKING GROUP: Monday, Thursday (AM), Sandy Shultz 07-869-5338 WHANGAMATA
WHANGAMATA RAMBLERS: 027-750-5060 WALK WHANGAMATA: Everyday (AM), from Surf club WHANGAMATA WALKERS: Tuesday (AM), 07-865-8182 WHANGAMATA TRAMPING CLUB: 021-077-5846
ELTHAM
KIWI SENIORS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (BIA), Maria Erkes 06-764-8984
WANGANUI WANGANUI
RONA & GLADâS 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 WANGANUI CLUB GOLD: Tuesday, Thursday, (AM), Karen Buckholt 06-349-2315 WANGANUI MILLENNIUM WALKERS CLUB: Sunday (AM), Darol Pointon 06-345-3137 WAVERLEY
SPORT WANGANUI CLUB GOLD: (AM), (BIA), Betty Morrison 06346-5613 OHAKUNE
SPORT WANGANUI CLUB GOLD: Mondays (AM), Kerry Young 06385-4055 MARTON
EAST COAST GISBORNE
GISBORNE CANOE & TRAMPING CLUB: Gillian Ward 06-867-4591 GISBORNE RUNNERS & WALKERS: Norma Miller 06-868-7477 WAIROA
WAIROA WALKING GROUP: Sara Rangi, or Denice Gasson 06-838-3071
HAWKES BAY HASTINGS
FLAXMERE WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (BI), Maisy 06-879-7077 HASTINGS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), (I), Eddy 06-876-3371 HASTINGS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (PM), (BI), Templey 06-873-0971 HAVELOCK NORTH WALKING GROUP: Monday, Thursday (AM), (BI) Janet 06-878-4317 KIWI SENIORS: Eana Young 06-845-9333 x 708 RUN WALK HAWKES BAY: Wed (PM), Sunday (AM), Bernie Bowden 06-876-9701, www.runwalkhb.org.nz NAPIER
TARADALE/GREEN MEADOWS
AHURIRI WALKING GROUP: Friday (AM), (I), Diane Turner 06-844-4114 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: Wed (PM), Sunday (AM), Mike Sheely 06-
SPORT WANGANUI CLUB GOLD Wednesday (AM), Deane James 06-327-7607
MANAWATU
PALMERSTON NORTH
HOKOWHITU KIWI WALKERS: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), (I), Dorne Jarvis 06-357-2444 KELVIN GROVE WALKERS: Tuesday (PM), (I), Marjory Edmonds, 06-354-3342 HOT-Whitu CHICKS Saturday, (AM), (BIA), laurenparsons.co.nz hot-whitu-chicks MANAWATU STRIDERS: Tuesday, Thursday, (PM); Hockey Manawatu Pavillion, Manawaroa Street, (BIA), Bob 027-208-3719 or Kate 027-567-3896
Notice to clubs and walking groups If you notice there that the times, names or contact numbers etc on the list of Walking Grroups in the Directory on these pages needs updating please email us at walkingnz@xtra.co.nz. These are are free listing.
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Fitness levels: âBâ beginner, âIâ intermediate, âAâ 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.
MANAWATU WALKWAYS PROMOTION SOCIETYâS MONTHLY WALKERS: Sunday (AM), (IA) Kenyon Moore 06-354-9317, k.moore@actrix.co.nz METHODIST AGAPE FELLOWSHIP WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (B), Lorna Goodwin, 06-358-2860 U3A Exploring Walkways: Thursday (PM), (B), Lynley Watson 06-356-4384 WOMENâS AFTER 5.30 WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (PM), (I), Liz MacNeill 027-384-6479 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), Karen Humpage 021-757-871, levinharriers1@gmail.com, www.levinharriers.com WEDNESDAY LEISURE WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), (BIA), Lila McCall, 06-367-9070 LEVIN JOGGERS & WALKERS CLUB: Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, (BIA), Colleen Francis 06-368-8624
WAIRARAPA MASTERTON
MASTERTON TRAMPING CLUB: Nathan Ball, mastertontc@gmail.com, www.mastertontc.org.nz WALKING GROUP RECREATIONAL: Edna Patrick, 06-377-4338 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 MARTINBOROUGH
MARTINBOROUGH WALKING GROUP: Barbara Behrent 06-306-9226
WELLINGTON WELLINGTON
BROOKLYN WALKERS: Edith, 04-384-6799 BUGGY WALKING GROUP: First Thursday of month (AM), www. buggywalk.co.nz CANCER SOCIETY, WELLINGTON DIVISION: Monday (AM), 04 389 8421, contact@cancersoc.org.nz FOREST & BIRD: 04-567-7271 ORIENTAL BAY WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Christine Blakely 04-383-6276 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) 04-479-5420 MIRAMAR WALKING GROUP: 04-388-1944 NEWLANDS COMMUNITY HOUSE WALKING: Tuesday (AM), 04478-8799 TARARUA TRAMPING CLUB: www.ttc.org.nz VICTORIA UNIVERSITY OF WELLINGTON CLUB TRAMPING CLUB (VUWTC), https://www.vuwtc.org.nz WEA MIDWEEK WALKERS: Hanna Harwood WELLINGTON WEDNESDAY WALKERS: 021-049-3285 WELLINGTON HARRIER ATHLETIC CLUB: Saturday (PM) mid March to mid October, (BIA), Veronica Gould WELLINGTON RUNNERS & WALKERS: Sunday (AM), (BIA), www. wellyrunwalk.org.nz, committee@wellyrunwalk.org.nz 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 WELLINGTON TRAMPING & MOUNTAINEERING CLUB: www.wtmc. org.nz WELLYWALKS: www.meetup.com/WellyWalks WELLINGTON MEET-UP TRAMPING CLUB: www.meetup.com/WellingtonTrampingGroup LOWER HUTT
WALK FOR HEALTH: Tuesday (AM), Sunday (AM), (BIA), Lynn 021048-2790 , www.walk4health.org.nz POSITIVELY SLIM âHealth for Life Walkers: Sunday (AM) Wednesday (PM) (BIA), Jim or Barbara Mobbs 04-566-2603 HUTT VALLEY WALKERS: Saturday (PM), Carol 04-586-7784 WALKING FOR PLEASURE: 60âs Plus, Melling, Molly Shephers, 04-567-5727 WOMENS WALKING GROUP: Wainuiomata, every second Wednesday (PM), 04-564-6019 HUTT VALLEY TRAMPING CLUB: Weekend (AM), Dennis Page 04970-6901
KAUMATUA TRAMPING CLUB: www.kaumatuatc.org.nz TAKE HEART WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), (BI), Neil Robinson 04-5678741 neilwrobinson747@gmail.com LEISURE WALKERS: seniors, Tuesday (AM), Judy, 04-528-4445 HUTT VALLEY MARATHON CLINIC: Mark Potter, info@hvmc.org.nz WALK WAINUI: Monday (AM), (BIA), Shirley 04-564-6179 ALICETOWN WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Karen 04-589-2646 KIWI MASTERS WALKERS: Wednesday Saturday, Sunday (PM), Richard Davies 04-566-1335 or 027-566-1335 OLDER ADULTS â LEISURE WALKING GROUP: Judy 04-528-4445 NORDIC WALKING: Sunday (AM), Silva 04-562-7671 or 021-175-4081, silva.noakes@gmail.com PETONE COMMUNITY HOUSE WALKING GROUP: 1st and 3rd Thursday (AM), Michelle PORIRUA MANA JOHNSONVILLE
FRIDAY WALKERS: Brian Grinstrup or Bruce Sheppard 04-237-6374 TAWA LINDEN HIKERS: 04-232-8705 CHURTON PARK COMMUNITY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Thursday (PM), Churton Park shops, churtonparkcw@gmail.com WEA RAMBLERS: Muriel Thompson, Tawa TAWA/LINDEN WALKERS: Maurice 04-232-4407 or Claire 04-232-8764 WHITBY SUNDAY WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Don Quirk 04-234-7700 or Christine Coshan 04-971-2141 g.cl@paradise.net.nz UPPER HUTT
AURORA HARRIER CLUB: Hadley Bond 04-233-2241 TUESDAY TRIPPERS: Tuesday, Trevor Barnes 04-977-4332 or 021-1588033 trevor.barnesnz@gmail.com FANTAIL HIKERS: Marg Eagles, Upper Hutt TRENTHAM UNITED HARRIER CLUB: Jon Roskvist, 021-460-877 or 04-526-6906 UPPER HUTT WALKING & TRAMPING CLUB: Thursday, Sunday, Judith OâLeary 021-508-020, Kiwikipa@gmail.com KAPITI
KAPITI CARDIAC CLUB: Tuesday, Thursday, Graham Priest 04-293-7872 KAPITI WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), https://www. facebook.com/groups/664283629041558/ and sporty.co.nz/kapitiwednesdaywalkers KAPITI THURSDAY WALKERS: Thursday, email kapitithursdaywalkers@ gmail.com, www.sportsground.co.nz/kapitithursdaywalkers KAPITI JOGGERS & WALKERS: Sunday (AM), Pam Childs 04-902-1754 KAPITI WANDERERS: Tuesday (alt), email: kapitiwanderers@gmail. com, www.sportsground.co.nz/kapitiwanderers PARAWAI TRAMPING CLUB: dave08.cox@gmail.com, www.parawaitc. org.nz SPORT KAPITI THURSDAY WALKERS: Thursday (AM), 04-296-9022
SOUTH ISLAND MARLBOROUGH BLENHEIM
50 PLUS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), 03-579-3101 PICTON WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), Claire 03-573-7991
NELSON MOTUEKA
MOTUEKA 50+ WALKERS: Mo- tueka, Thursday, www.motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz, secretary@50pluswalkers@gmail.com MOTUEKA TRAMPING CLUB: Day and multi day trips available, secretary.motuekatc@gmail.com NELSON
NELSON STRIDERS: Tuesday, Thursday, (PM), (BI), Averil West, 03548-3655 NELSON KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), 03-548-1126 WAKEFIELD WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Lou Manson, 03541-8414 TAHUNA KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), 03-548-1126 NELSON 50+ WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday (AM), Roger Haynes, 03-539-6402 WAIMEA HARRIER WALKERS: Saturday (PM), Sunday (AM) (BIA), Heather McNabb, 03-547-8490 WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Visitor Information Centre WAIMEA TRAMPING CLUB: Sunday (AM) (PM), wtc.richmond@gmail. com, www.waimeatrampingclub.org.nz TAKAKA
GOLDEN BAY ALPINE AND TRAMPING CLUB: Regular day and overnight tramps, Gaylene Wilkinson, Club President , beachgums@gmail.com WEDNESDAY WALKERS GROUP: Weekly day walks, Richard English 03-525-6179 rsenglish@xtra.co.nz
CANTERBURY CHRISTCHURCH
ACTIVE CHRISTCHURCH SUNDAY WALK: Sunday (AM) (BI), 03-9418999 AVONSIDE KIWI SENIORS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Jan 03-389-2755 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
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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 ânâ TALK: Thursday (PM), Di 03-385-3452 BISHOPDALE RAMBLERS: Wednesday (AM) (I), Bishopdale, Paul Muir 03-359-7971 BISHOPDALE TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (AM),(IA), www.bishopdaletrampers.org.nz BURNSIDE JOGGERS & WALKERS CLUB: Sunday (AM) Burnside, Anne Uys 03-342-6337 BRIGHTON RAMBLERS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), New Brighton (I),Beryl Foulds 03-388-4527 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 03-382-2302 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 03-338-3826 CHRISTCHURCH PERSONAL GUIDING SERVICE: Daily (AM) (BIA), Cathedral Square, C Tonge 03-981-6350 CHRISTCHURCH RUN CLUB: Saturday (AM), E: chchrunclub@gmail. com, https://chchrunclub.wordpress.com/ Meets Barrington Tennis Club, Garnett Avenue, Christchurch CHRISTCHURCH METHODIST HARRIER CLUB: Saturday (PM) (BIA), Mrs Lindsay Evans 03-355-4356 CRUSADERS WALKERS: Tuesday (BI), (50âs and above age group), Pauline 03-385-9947 DARLINGTON KIWISENIORS: Wednesday (AM), Bill 03-385-1925 DIAMOND HARBOUR RAMBLERS: Tuesday, Hunters Road, (BI), John Willis 03-329-4243 EASTENDERS: Monday (AM), Bruce 03-981-5329 ELLESMERE TRAMPING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Trish Vessey 03329-1865 HERITAGE WALKS: Thursday, (AM), Graeme Stanley 03-980-1553 HOON HAY KIWISENIORS: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Barbara 03-338-8306 KAIAPOI WALKERS GROUP: Tuesday, Wednesday (AM), Don Lyon 03-327-9064 KAIAPOI NORDIC WALKERS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Trudy Blakey 03-327-4457 LAMBDA DAY TRAMPERS: every second Sunday, (BI), social group for gays and lesbians of all ages, https://lambdatrampers.org/ 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 03-384-4794 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 OLYMPIC ATHLETIC CLUB: Saturday (PM), Margaret
Kiwi on the Camino by Vivianne Flintoff 900kms along an ancient pilgrimage trail in Northern Spain Available from independent book sellers or directly from author E-mail : vivianneflintoffbooks@gmail.com Web: http://www.vivianneflintoffbooks.com/ www.walkingnewzealand.co.nz
Flanagan 03-355-4902 NEW BRIGHTON HILL WALKERS: Wedneday (AM), Royce henery 03-388-7335 NEW BRIGHTON WALK ânâ TALK: Monday (AM), 03-941-8999 NEW BRIGHTON STROLLERS: Wednesday (AM), Tess Hall 03-388-3237 NEW BRIGHTON WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Larry Jones 03-382-0201 NEW BRIGHTON NORDIC WALKERS: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Kerstin Fahrenschone 03-388-0000 NZ VIVENDI SOCIETY: Sunday, Janet 03-389-1609 PAPANUI WALK ânâ TALK: Wednesday (AM), 03-941-6840 OPAWA KIWISENIORS: Monday, Tuesday (AM), (BI), Carol 03-332-5638 PAPANUI KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Elaine 03-352-7519 PAPANUI WALK ânâTALK: 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), Merv Meredith info@peninsulatrampingclub. org.nz, www.peninsulatrampingclub.org.nz PIONEER STROLLERS: Thursday, (BIA), Shirley Hitchcock, 03-322-7220 PIONEER TRAMPERS:Thursday (AM) (IA),4-5 hour tramps in Banks Peninsula and the hills and lower mountains from Mt Hutt to Mt Grey, pioneertrampers@gmail.com 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 Q.E. PARK STROLLERS: Tuesday, John Plumridge 03-385-9710 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 03-348-9351 ROWLEY WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Lee Tuki 03-373-8150 ROVER HARRIER CLUB: Saturday (PM) (BI), Steve Mitchell 03-348-8195 SALLY STROLLERS: Saturday, fortnight, general Christchurch, (B), leisurely pace, Margaret Bennetts, 03-322-9187 SHIRLEY RECREATIONAL WALKERS: Monday, Thursday (AM), 03941-5409 â A SLICE OF HERITAGE WALKSâ with Walktologist Graeme Stanley, Tues (PM) Thurs (AM ), Graeme Stanley 03- 980-1553 SOMERFIELD KIWISENIORS: Tuesday (AM), (BI), Marie 03-337-1436 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 MY WALKING GROUP: For singles 45+, Saturday, Sunday, (BI), Llolyd 03-323-6232, cathygoulter@xtra.co.nz TUESDAY TREKKERS CLUB: Tuesday, (AM), Jeanette Ellis, 027-6356837, bkjkellis@xtra.co.nz 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 XYâs WALKERS: Thursday (AM), Maureen Ryder 03-383-1226 or Alison Jarvis 03-338-2678 âYâs WALKERSâ (YMCA): Tuesday, Thursday, (BIA), City YMCA, 03-3660689, Bishopdale Community Centre, 03-359-8330 âYâs TREKKERSâ: Monday, Port Hills, (IA), City YMCA, 03-366-0689 YMCA WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday (AM), Jill OâConnor 03-366-0689 WAYFARERS WALKING GROUP:Thursday (AM) (BI), 50 + age group, Lilly Chamberlain 03-981-9545, 021-399-546, lillianc@paradise.net.nz WEEKEND WANDERERS: Sunday (PM), Marilyn Dean 03-338-3826 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), 03-94128999
terson 03-308-5868 ST DAVIDS WALKING GROUP: Barbara Lischner 03-308-5174, www. st-davids.org.nz WALKING GROUP: Eileen Ward 03-307-0475 WALKING GROUP: Ethel Powell 03-308-9662
STH CANTERBURY PLEASANT POINT
PLEASANT POINT WALK GROUP: Wednesday (AM), (BI), Esther, 03-614-7524 TIMARU
TIMARU HARRIER CLUB: Saturday (PM), March to October, Alister 03-686-1010 HIGHFIELD WALK GROUP: Thursday (AM), (BI), Joy, 03-688-9888 KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUPS: for the over 50âs, 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), Selwyn Prattley 03-688-9764
WEST COAST
Walking Clubs Groups ST KILDA COMMUNITY CLUB WALKING GROUP: Tuesday, (AM), Ngaire McIndoe 03-456-4478 TAIERI RECREATIONAL TRAMPING CLUB: Wednesday (AM), trtcsec@ gmail.com TRIXIE TRAMPERS: Thursday (AM), Alison Jones 03-489-8372 WEA OVER 50âs TRAMPING CLUB: 2nd & 4th Tuesday, (A), Chris James 027-498-7259, http://tramping.spacific.nz WAIHOLA WALKERS: Wednesday (AM), Elizabeth Jones 03-489-8064 XY TRAMPING CLUB: 1st & 3d (& 5th) Tuesday, (AM), Tony Timperley, 03-473-7257, http://tramping.spacific.nz YâS WALKING GROUP: Sunday (AM), Bev Buchanan, 03 455 5260 60 PLUS WALKING GROUP: Monday (AM), Jimsie Smith 03-466-7374 60âs PLUS RAMBLERS: 1st & 3rd Tuesday, Brian Ralph 03-476-6514 60âs PLUS TRAMPING CLUB: 2nd & 4th Thursday, (A), >4 hours, Karen Byers 03-456-2595 60 PLUS HIKERS: 2nd & 4th Tuesday, (AM), Jasmone Chin 03-453-6526 ALEXANDRA
ALEXANDRA HARRIER & WALKERS CLUB: Saturday (PM), April tOctober, John Thompson 03-448-7244, www.alexharriers.co.nz MOSGIEL
MOSGIEL 50âs FORWARD WALKING GROUP: Thursday (AM), Judith Barrett 027-471-4902
GREYMOUTH
GREYMOUTH CATHOLIC WOMENS LEAGUE WALKING GROUP: Nora Sheard, 03-768-6479 GREYMOUTH OVER 50âS: Graham Schaef, 03-768-7437 GREYMOUTH DAUDLERS: Yvonne Davison 03-768-6664 KIWISENIORS WALKING GROUPS: for the over 50âs, Don Monk SWC 03-768-0775 RUNANGA WALKING GROUP: Pat Butler 03-762-7665 BLACKBALL WALKING GROUP: Charlie Quibell 03-732-4887
QUEENSTOWN
HOKITIKA KIWISENIORS: Monday (AM), (BI), Pavel Bare SWC, 03756-9037 HARI HARI KIWISENIORS: Historic walks (BI), Pavel Bare SWC, 03756-9037 HOKI HIKERS: Tuesday (AM), Margaret Stevens 03-755-6466 HOKITIKA TRAMPING CLUB : contact@hokitikatramping.club, 021344-005
60âS UP WALK GROUP: Monday (AM), Olive Swain 03-214-4802 YMCA WOMENâS WALKING GROUP: Tuesday (AM), Joan Tuffery, 03-216-7377 ACTIVE WALKERS KIWI SENIORS: Thursday, Sport Southland 03-2112150, e:kiwiseniors@sportsouthland.co.nz, www.sportsouthland. co.nz
HOKITIKA
OTAGO CLYDE
CLYDE OFF-ROAD WALKERS: Monday, Wednesday, Judy Blanch, 03449-2580, 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 03-434-6363 NORTH OTAGO TRAMPING & MOUNTAINEERING CLUB: Margie Carrington 03-434-8484
WAKATIPU WALKERS: Thursday, www.wakatipuwalkers.co.nz WANAKA
WANAKA WALKERS: Monday (February - Mid-December (AM), (BI), Ruth Harrison 021-474-904, ruthharrison01@icloud.com, wanakawalkers.blogspot.co.nz
SOUTHLAND INVERCARGILL
GORE
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JANUARY 2026
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JULY 2026
4 Cougar Trail Run, Tokoroa 12 Cape Egmont Half Marathon, Okato, Taranaki 18 Mackenzie Half Marathon, Fairley, South Canterbury 18 WUU2K Wellington Urban Ultra Marathon, Wellington
AUGUST 2026
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MAY 2026
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CONTENTS for previous 15 issues JANUARY 334 2026
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walks; Eight Taupo nature walks 11 Overseas Walk: Handcrafted journey along the Camino de Santiago 12 Overseas Walks: The delights of the Dolomites 17 Need2Know:: Explore safe this Summer 18 Weather: Weather prediction for January 19 New Zealand Walk: Nydia Track from DâUrville Island to Pelorus Sound 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 New Zealand Walk: Walk to Blyth Hutt - popular Tongariro National Park walk 30 New Zealand Walk: Okere Falls Walk for natural beauty and history 34 New Zealand Walks: Three walks to explore in Tunnel Gully Recreational Area 37 New Zealand Walks: Two relazed beachside strolls in the Eastern Bay of Plenty 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 46 Coming Events: Australia 47 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Walking Jackets
DECEMBER 333 2025
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk; Hamilton Hidden Gems 9 News: Dallington Bridge officially opened over Avon River 10 Walking Tours: Top Walks in the top of the South 15 Manawatu Striders Super Seven Series 16 New Zealand Walk: Native forest giants just off highway: 18 Weather: Weather prediction for December 19 New Zealand Walk: Taking the Green Route from D e v o n p o r t t o Ta k a p u n a 22 New Zealand Walk:The Hullâs farm track to Mangatiti Falls 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 New Zealand Walk: A winter walk on the Old Coach Stream Track 32 New Zealand Walk: Dog Stream Waterfall Walk 35 New Zealand Walk: Mercer Bay Loop Track for great sea views 36 New Zealand Walk: Walking the Kereru Track from Days Bay for greats harbour views 39 New Zealand Walks: Walk the Chatham Islands - wonderfully remote 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 46 Coming Events: Australia 47 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 50 Index of previous 15 issues 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Walking Jacke
NOVEMBER 332 2025
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk; Pakihi to Motu - a walking or cycling trail 10 Book: Emilie walks Te Araroa 10 News: Cape Palliser paper road bylaw to allow pedestrian and cycling access 11 Australian Walk: Witton Bluff Base Trail complete! 12 New Zealand Walk: CopperMine Trail - Nelson 14 NZ Walking Tour: Tantalising Taranaki from a volcanoe to coastal walk and in between 18 Weather: Weather prediction for November 19 Subscription page 20 Memories: Walking the Waikaremoana Track - 38 years ago. 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 New Zealand Walk: Walking the Pahi Coastal Track -at the edgae of the Coromandel 30 New Zealand Walks Little River
Trail - hike it, bike it, like it! 34 High Achiever: At nearly 80 - the melee of different walks in my life 37 Australian Walks: Alice Springs - gorges, water holes and red dessert landscapes 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 46 Coming Events: Australia 47 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Walking Jackets
OCTOBER 331 2025
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk; An Autumn walk on the Otago Rail Trail 10 New Zealand Walks: Wonderful walks from Wel-lington to Whanganui 14 Overseas Walk: Morton Bay Fig trees a feature of Norfolk Island walk 15 New Zealand Walk: The Great Dripping Loop walk 18 Weather: Weather prediction for October 19 New Zealand Walk: Seals, camping and short walks on SH1 journey through Kaikoura 20 New Zealand Walk: Rangiwahia Hut murals makes this walk so special 22 New Zealand Walk: Discover Mangati Walkway: New Plymouthâs peaceful shared pathway 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 New Zealand Walk: Katikati Haiku Pathway unique outside Japan 26 Overseas Tours: NZ walking company offers walks in Italy with Pleasure 2 8 E v e n t : To i â s C h a l l e n g e : Whakataneâs Coastal Trail Classic 30 New Zealand Walks: Heaphy Track and Oparara Arches 33 New Zealand Walk: Louâs Lookout Walk 34 New Zealand Walks: Wandering along the Waika to River Trail from the dam to Jones Landing 38 New Zealand Walk: AâDeanes Bush Walk through an original existing forest 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 46 Coming Events: Australia 47 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Walking Jackets
SEPTEMBER 330 2025
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk; Short walks at Lake Brunner 8 New Zealand Walking Festival: Wairarapa Walking Festival has over 25 walks 10 New Zealand Walk: Makotuku Track has wide appeal 13 Need2know: 7000 steps a day now achievable for most people 14 New Zealand Walk: A wander along the Karangahake Gorge 18 Weather: Weather prediction for September 19 New Zealand Walk: Track repair confirmed for Waimata Gemstone Bay 20 New Zealand Walk: Cape Saddle Walk: A valley to valley walk in Craigieburn Forest Park 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 High Achiever: Raukumara Hikoi to view work done on the ranges 29 Australian Walks: Forest Sky Pier, Orara East State Forest offers great coastal views 30 Te Araroa Trail: How walkers donation have helped the Te Araroa Trail 32 News: 100 years of history with the Auckland Natural History Walking Group 34 New Zealand Walks: Walks in Winsome Wairarapa 36 New Zealand Walk: Walking fron the Woodville end to Ashhurst to first lookout 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 46 Coming Events: Australia
47 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Walking Jackets
AUGUST 329 2025
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Shared Pathway: Te Ahu a Turanga Manawatu to Tararua a journey from Ashhurst to Woodville 10 New Zealand Shared Pathway: Build the Path 11 New Zealand Walk: St Leonardâs Beach dog friendly 14 New Zealand Walk: Kurow Hill Walk an unique experience 18 Weather: Weather predictiofor August 19 Viewpoint: Reinstate the competitive walking section: Why Auckland Marathon must listen to walkers 20 New Zealand Walking Festival: Bay of Islands Walking Weekend 23 Living Streets Aotearoa: Do you do this? 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 Walking Tours: Whatâs in the mix for 2026 29 High Achiever: Northland engineer wins Outdoor Access Champions Award 30 New Zealand Walk: Hinehopu Bluffs for lots of native trees and birdlife 33 New Zealand Walk: The Terrace Walk at Franz Josef 34 New Zealand Walk: Karituwhenua Stream Walk a short family walk 36 New Zealand Walk: Omaramaâs Clay Cliffs has an unique landscape 39 Auckland Walk: A walk or bike ride through Logan Park Reserve: 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Taupo Marathon
23 Te Araroa Trail: A day walk on the Te Araroa Trail 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 Shared Pathway: Cycling the Kapiti Coast: an Autumn adventure 30 New Zealand Walk: Taieri River Scenic Reserve an interesting walk 32 New Zealand Walk: Te Henui Walkway Extension a little known walk 34 New Zealand Event: Run Tekapo walks with breath-taking views 36 New Zealand Walks: From forest to skyline Walking the Wilds of Puhi Peaks 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 45 Coming Events: Rest of World 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Jackets
MAY 326 2025
3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk: Lake Rotorangi Hydro Walkway a little gem 9 New Zealand Walk: Six top Kapiti walks - coastal, scenic and bush worth exploring 12 Waitomo Cycle Trails: Waitomo a bike walk adventure 14 New Zealand Trail: Ruakuri Scenic Reserve 16 New Zealand Walk: Washpen Falls Walk - Canterburyâs secret canyon walk 19 New Zealand Walk: Walk through a canyon in an ancient volcano 19 New Zealand Walk: Whangarei forestry walkway re-opened 20 Shared Pathway: Hauraki Rail Trail - Thames to Matatoki 23 Book: Hiking the Hexa - a journey on Franceâs newest through hike 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 Overseas Walks: Trekking to Machu Picchu by the Salkantay Trek 30 Auckland Walks: Great Auckland spots for walking your dog 34 Overseas Walks: Colorado for thousands of hiking trails 39 New Zealand Walk: New footpath bridge opened in Wellsford 40 Directory of New Zealand WalkJULY 328 2025 ing Groups 3 Contents 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 4 Walk Talk 45 Coming Events: Australia 6 New Zealand Walk: Tawa Loop 45 Coming Events: Rest of World Walk - a blend of natural beauty 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 10 New Zealand Trail: Access ease- 50 Index of previous 15 issues ments are the foundation of 51 Walking New Zealand Shop Kawatiri Coastal Trail 52 Pak A Roo Jackets 12 New Zealand Walks: Nine DOC APRIL 325 2025 huts for the first timer 14 Walking Tours: What is Footsteps 3 Contents 17 High Achiever: Dunedin track 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk: Lake Rotorangi builder wins national award Hydro Walkway a little gem 18 New Zealand Walks: Wairakau Stream Walk included a climb up 9 New Zealand Walk: Six top Kapiti walks - coastal, scenic and bush the Dukeâs Nose Peak worth exploring 22 New Zealand Trails: Sign of the Vimes: new Marlborough Vine- 12 Waitomo Cycle Trails: Waitomo a bike walk adventure yard Trail: 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly 14 New Zealand Trail: Ruakuri Scenic Reserve Photo Contest 26 Overseas Walks: The wild West 16 New Zealand Walk: Washpen Falls Walk - Canterburyâs secret Coast Trail on Vancouver Island canyon walk 29 Subscription page 19 New Zealand Walk: Walk through 30 New Zealand Walk: Inglewood a canyon in an ancient volcano Walkway a popular commu19 New Zealand Walk: Whangarei nity asset forestry walkway re-opened 32 New Zealand Walk: McClaren Falls 20 Shared Pathway: Hauraki Rail Trail Park has lots of easy walks - Thames to Matatoki 36 Australian Walks: Ten best walks 23 Book: Hiking the Hexa - a journey and hikes in Tasmania on Franceâs newest through hike 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly 46 Coming Events: Australia Photo Contest 47 Coming Events: Rest of World 26 Overseas Walks: Trekking to Machu 48 New Zealand Country Breaksp Picchu by the Salkantay Trek 52 Pak A Roo Jackets 30 Auckland Walks: Great Auckland JUNE 327 2025 spots for walking your dog 3 Contents 34 Overseas Walks: Colorado for 4 Walk Talk thousands of hiking trails 6 New Zealand Walk: Walking on 39 New Zealand Walk: New footpath Waiheke enjoying bird song bridge opened in Wellsford 11 New Zealand Walks: Unveiling the beauty and history of the Nydia 40 Directory of New Zealand Walking Groups Track, Marlborough Sounds 14 New Zealand Walks: Wandering 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 45 Coming Events: Australia through wonder a walk in the 45 Coming Events: Rest of World Hamilton Gardens 17 Australian Walks: Outstanding 48 New Zealand Country Breaks odyssey in Oz with some great 51 Walking New Zealand Shop 52 Pak A Roo Jackets walks in South Australia 20 New Zealand Walk: Scotts Beach MARCH 324 2025 3 Contents & Nikau Walk, Karamea
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3 Contents 4 Walk Talk 6 New Zealand Walk: Paekakariki Escarpment Track offers an exhilating experience 10 New Zealand Walk: Fensham Reserve - a p;opular local native bush walk 12 New Zealand Great Walk: Tuatapere Humpridge Track now New Zealandâs 11th Great Walk 13 New Zealand Walk: Humpridge Ridge Track a 3 day loop walk 14 New Zealand Walk: Plans for a Wainui Bay Forest Walkway 15 New Zealand Walk: Maraetotara Falls Walk popular with the locals 16 New Zealand Walk: Tarawera Trail Story now comes to life as you walk 18 New Zealand Walk: Step into Christchurchâs past with new walking guide 20 New Zealand Walk: Walking through Fort Stony Batter tunnels on Waiheke Island 21 New Zealand Walk: Stony Batter an historic gem on Waiheke Island 23 Overseas Tour: Wainwrightâs Coast to Coast Walk with ever changing views 24 Walking New Zealand Monthly Photo Contest 26 New Zealand Walks: Exploring the Great South 30 Books: Backyard Bird Watching 30 New Zealand Walks: A week of short walks in Golden Bay 34 Overseas Walks: Canyon Cornucopia: Palm Springs, California 38 New Zealand Walk: Mt Victo riaLookout Walk great for local and visitors 42 Coming Events: New Zealand 48 New Zealand Country Breaks 52 Pak A Roo Jackets
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