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In Conversation with the Mayor Gary Tong
1 IN CONVERSATION WITH THE MAYOR GARY TONG through new technology (such as through our roading team’s use of drones). On a personal note, two things have stood have out this year; one of great sadness, the other a highlight. Sadly, we farewelled former Mayor Frana Cardno in April. She was a great role model and the reason I got into politics; a wonderful woman who will be sadly missed. Rest in peace, Frana. At the other end of the spectrum, in May I helped host His Mayor Gary Tong Royal Highness Prince Harry’s visit to Stewart Island. He’s a top bloke whose visit generated fantastic publicity for the Much like before crossing the road, island and Southland District. I’m sure our tourism industry at the end of each year I like to will see the benefi ts for some while yet. pause and look both ways. Just a few months ago the Southland Regional Development Strategy was launched. It gives direction for development of the region as a whole, with the primary focus on increasing our population. It tells us focusing on population growth will There’s a lot to look back on in 2015, and mean not only more people, it will provide economic growth, there’s plenty to come in 2016. Refl ecting on skilled workers, a better lifestyle, and improved health, the year that’s been, I realise just how much education and social services. We need to work together has happened in Southland District over the to achieve this; not just councils, but business, community, past year. -
FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK 287 ( P311 ) © Lonely Planet Publications Planet Lonely ©
© Lonely Planet Publications 287 Fiordland National Park Fiordland National Park, the largest slice of the Te Wahipounamu-Southwest New Zealand World Heritage Area, is one of New Zealand’s finest outdoor treasures. At 12,523 sq km, Fiordland is the country’s largest park, and one of the largest in the world. It stretches from Martins Bay in the north to Te Waewae Bay in the south, and is bordered by the Tasman Sea on one side and a series of deep lakes on the other. In between are rugged ranges with sharp granite peaks and narrow valleys, 14 of New Zealand’s most beautiful fiords, and the country’s best collection of waterfalls. The rugged terrain, rainforest-like bush and abundant water have kept progress and people out of much of the park. Fiordland’s fringes are easily visited, but most of the park is impenetrable to all but the hardiest trampers, making it a true wilderness in every sense. The most intimate way to experience Fiordland is on foot. There are more than 500km of tracks, and more than 60 huts scattered along them. The most famous track in New Zealand is the Milford Track. Often labelled the ‘finest walk in the world’, the Milford is almost a pilgrimage to many Kiwis. Right from the beginning the Milford has been a highly regulated and commercial venture, and this has deterred some trampers. However, despite the high costs and the abundance of buildings on the manicured track, it’s still a wonderfully scenic tramp. There are many other tracks in Fiordland. -
Travel Report 2016-01-8-13 Tuatapere
8.1.2016 Tuatapere, Blue Cliffs Beach As we depart Lake Hauroko a big herd of sheep comes across our way. Due to our presence the sheep want to turn around immediately, but are forced to walk past us. The bravest sheep walks courageously in the front towards our car... Upon arriving in Tuatapere, the weather has changed completely. It is very windy and raining, so we decide to stop at the Cafe of the Last Light Lodge, which was very cozy and played funky music. Afterwards we head down to the rivermouth of the Waiau and despite the stormy weather Werner goes fishing. While we are parked there, three German tourists get stuck with their car next to us, the pebbles right next to the track are unexpectedly soft. Werner helps to push them out and we continue our way to the Blue Cliffs Beach – the sign has made us curious. We find a sheltered spot near the rivermouth so Werner can continue fishing. He comes back with an eel! Now we have to research eel recipes. 1 9.1.2016 Colac Bay, Riverton The very strong wind has blown away all the grey clouds and is pounding the waves against the beach. The rolling stones make such a noise, it’s hard to hear you own voice. Nature at work… Again we pass by the beautiful Red Hot Poker and finally have a chance to take a photo. We continue South on the 99, coming through Orepuki and Monkey Island. When the first settlers landed here a monkey supposedly helped to pull the boats ashore, hence the name Monkey Island. -
Primary Health Care in Rural Southland
"Putting The Bricks In place"; primary Health Care Services in Rural Southland Executive Summary To determine what the challenges are to rural primary health care, and nlake reconlmendations to enhance sustainable service provision. My objective is to qualify the future needs of Community Health Trusts. They must nleet the Ministry of Health directives regarding Primary Healthcare. These are as stated in the back to back contracts between PHOs and inclividual medical practices. I have compiled; from a representative group of rural patients, doctors and other professionals, facts, experiences, opinions and wish lists regarding primary medical services and its impact upon them, now and into the future. The information was collected by survey and interview and these are summarised within the report. During the completion of the report, I have attempted to illustrate the nature of historical delivery of primary healthcare in rural Southland. The present position and the barriers that are imposed on service provision and sustainability I have also highlighted some of the issues regarding expectations of medical service providers and their clients, re funding and manning levels The Goal; "A well educated (re health matters) and healthy population serviced by effective providers". As stated by the Chris Farrelly of the Manaia PHO we must ask ourselves "Am I really concerned by inequalities and injustice? We find that in order to achieve the PHO goals (passed down to the local level) we must have; Additional health practitioners Sustainable funding And sound strategies for future actions through a collaborative model. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY PAGE 1 CONTACTS Mark Crawford Westridge 118 Aparima Road RD 1 Otautau 9653 Phone/ fax 032258755 e-mail [email protected] Acknowledgements In compiling the research for this project I would like to thank all the members of the conlmunity, health professionals and committee members who have generously given their time and shared their knowledge. -
Download Itinerary
HUMP RIDGE TRACK ITINERARY Situated on the south-west corner of New Zealand’s South Island, the Tuatapere Hump Ridge Track is 3-day loop walk that takes hikers along the south coast of New Zealand, up to the sub-alpine zone of the Hump Ridge, and over historic viaducts in the heart of native forest. There are commanding views of the south coast, Lake Poteriteri, Lake Hauroko and mountain ranges deep in Fiordland National Park. Walk through 13 marine coastal terraces in the Waitutu Forest, which Dr David Bellamy described as “probably the most important forest in the world”. This ancient terraced forest rises out of the sea with each level being 100,000 years older than the last. It remains pristine and unspoiled. Experienced guides will provide you with an intimate knowledge of the area, enriching your vacation. All the organising will be done for you and your gear helicoptered on day 1 so that you can focus on the delights and make the most of your walking holiday. LENGTH 3.5 days GRADE C (some alpine hiking and uneven terrain) START Day 1: Pre-track briefing, 5:30pm, at Tuatapere Hump Ridge office, 31 Orawia Rd, Tuatapere. (transfers available from Queenstown/Te Anau) FINISH Tuatapere 3pm (transfers available to Te Anau arriving 4:45pm and Queenstown 7:30pm) DEPARTURES 2021 Nov: 1, 4, 15, 18 | Dec: 2, 9, 13, 16 | 2022 Jan: 6, 13, 20 | Feb: 10, 17, 28 | Mar: 3, 6, 24, 31 | Apr: 7 2022 Oct: 31 | Nov: 10, 14, 24, 28 | Dec: 8, 12, 15, 19 2023 Jan: 5, 9, 19, 23 | Feb: 2, 6, 20 | Mar: 2, 6, 16, 20, 23, 30 | Apr: 3, 6 PRICE 1 Nov 2021 - 31 May 2023 Adult ex Tuatapere NZD $1,795.00 Private room upgrade (per room, for both nights) NZD $250.00 Transfer from Te Anau (return, per person) NZD $75.00 Transfer from Invercargill (return, per person) NZD $95.00 Transfer from Queenstown (return, per person) NZD $150.00 Single supplement (individual travellers - pre night accommodation) NZD $50.00 Minimum age: 10 years. -
Southland Tourism Key Indicators
SOUTHLAND TOURISM KEY INDICATORS June 2019 SOUTHLAND TOURISM SNAPSHOT Year End June 2019 Guest nights up 1.5% to 1,201,109 Total spend up 3.3% to $673M Southland is continuing to experience stable growth phase in spend across both domestic and international markets, including good growth of the UK, German and US markets. There have also been modest gains in both international and domestic commercial accommodation figures, despite growth in Airbnb listings. SOUTHLAND REGION TE ANAU GORE TOURISM SPEND STATISTICS INVERCARGILL THE CATLINS Total Spend in NZD Figures for Year End June STEWART IS. MRTE’s (Monthly Regional Tourism Estimates) • International visitor spend up 6.1% to $264 million • Domestic visitor spend up 1.5% to $409 million • Total spend up 3.3% to $673 million ACCOMMODATION STATISTICS • Top 5 International Markets 1. Australia (up 7.9%) Guest Night Figures for Year End June 2. USA (up 10.2%) CAM (Commercial Accommodation Monitor) 3. Germany (up 11.0%) • International guest nights up 2.8% to 725,017 4. UK (up 9.0%) • Domestic guest nights up 0.8% to 476,091 5. China (down 7.8%) Markets • Total guest nights up 1.5% to 1,201,109 • Occupancy rate down from 46.3% to 45.6% • Daily capacity up 2.4% to 2,350 stay-units International 39% Domestic 61% Average Length of Stay Year End June 1.80 1.99 Days Days Southland National 2.2% 0.2% Tourism Spend Estimate Year End June $400m Guest Nights Year End June $350m Domestic 1,300,000 $300m USA 1,200,000 UK 1,100,000 $250m Rest of Oceania 1,000,000 Rest of Europe 900,000 Rest of Asia $200m -
Whatever Happened to Tuatapere? a Study on a Small Rural Community Pam Smith
Whatever happened to Tuatapere? A study on a small rural community Pam Smith Pam Smith has worked in the social work field for the past 25 years. She has worked with children and families within the community both in statutory and non-government organisations. She has held social worker and supervisor roles and is currently a supervisory Team Leader at Family Works Southland. This article was based on Pam’s thesis for her Master of Philosophy in Social Work at Massey University. Abstract Social workers working in the rural community do so within a rural culture. This culture has developed from historical and cultural influences from the generations before, from the impact of social and familial changes over the years and from current internal and external influences. These changes and influences make the rural people who they are today. This study was carried out on a small rural community in Western Southland. The purpose was to examine the impact on the community of social changes over the past 50 years. Eight long-term residents were interviewed. The results will be discussed within this article. Introduction Government policies, changes in international trade and markets, environmental policies, globalisation, change in the structure of local and regional government and legislative changes, impacted on all New Zealanders during the past 50 years. The rural hinterland of New Zealand was affected in particular ways. The population in rural communities has been slowly decreasing over the years as ur- banisation has been a reality in New Zealand. Services within the area have diminished and younger families have moved away to seek employment elsewhere. -
New Zealand's 3Rd-Warmest May on Record
New Zealand Climate Summary: May 2019 Issued: 5 June 2019 New New Zealand’s 3rd-warmest May on record Temperature Temperatures were above average (0.51°C to 1.2°C above average) or well above average (>1.2°C above average) across the entire country, with the most unusually warm temperatures in the South Island. Many locations observed record or near- record warm mean, mean maximum, and mean minimum May temperatures. Rainfall Rainfall was below normal (50% to 79% of normal) or well below normal (<50% of normal) for the majority of the North Island, with the exception being parts of Waikato, Taranaki, and coastal Manawatu-Whanganui where rainfall was near normal (80% to 119% of normal). Rainfall was above (120% to 149% of normal) or well above (>149% of normal) normal for much of western and lower South Island. Near or below normal rainfall occurred in parts of Marlborough, Canterbury, coastal Otago, and southern Southland. Soil Moisture As of 31 May, soils were drier than normal for much of the North Island with small areas of wetter than normal soils about western Waitomo and the Kapiti Coast. South Island soil moisture was generally near normal with pockets of below normal soil moisture about Waimate and Waitaki as well as the interior Marlborough region. Click on the link to jump to the information you require: Overview Temperature Rainfall May 2019 climate in the six main centres Highlights and extreme events Overview May 2019 was characterised by higher than normal sea level pressure over and to the east of the North Island and lower than normal pressure to the south of the South Island. -
Tuatapere Amenities Trust Fund Sponsored
Western Wanderer COLAC BAY OREPUKI TUATAPERE CLIFDEN ORAWIA BLACKMOUNT MONOWAI Tuatapere Amenities Trust Fund Sponsored Printed by Waiau Area School (03) 226-6285 ISSUE NUMBER: 178 Editor: Ph 027 462 9527 e-Mail: [email protected] APRIL2015 Closing Date for next copy: Friday, 8TH MAY2015 I hope everyone had a great Easter Inside this issue: and break away, just like to thank Councillor Community Board Notice everyone again for all their patience 2 and support while I get my head Community Notice Board 3/4 Midwife-Isobel / Comm Worker/ around the wanderer. wildthings/Toy Library sewing & mending/WD Joinery 5 Cheers. Loretta. Ross Burgess/Accounting/ Drake plumbling Waiau Town & Country Club Citizens Advice/Shirley Whyte 6 TJS tractor servicing/ 7 H&L Gill Fencing/Ann Sutherland / 25th April Anzac Day library Fowle/Tuatapere Handyman 8/9 Local Anzac Day services will be at Orawia at 7 00 Otautau Vets Ltd Electrician/Promotions/Forde 10/11 am followed by a cup of tea and a small bite to eat Shearing/Sutherland Contracting/ Waihape Photography/Tui Ameni- at the Orawia community hall which will then be ties Trust/ The Beauty Room followed by the Tuatapere service at 10 am which Crack 12 Dagwood Dagging/ Canterbury 13/14 will also be followed by a cup of tea and a bite to Cars/ Clifton Trading and Repairs Colac Bay Tavern eat at the RSA hall where we will have a guest Last light/ Target shooting/ 15/16 harvest festival/Playcentre/ 17/18 speaker present, please come along and pay your Highway 99/ growplan/D Unahi respects to our fallen soldiers and past and present Ryal Bush/ISBT Therapy/ 19/20 Budget Advice/ Waiau health 21/22 service members. -
Indicative DTT Coverage Invercargill (Forest Hill)
Blackmount Caroline Balfour Waipounamu Kingston Crossing Greenvale Avondale Wendon Caroline Valley Glenure Kelso Riversdale Crossans Corner Dipton Waikaka Chatton North Beaumont Pyramid Tapanui Merino Downs Kaweku Koni Glenkenich Fleming Otama Mt Linton Rongahere Ohai Chatton East Birchwood Opio Chatton Maitland Waikoikoi Motumote Tua Mandeville Nightcaps Benmore Pomahaka Otahu Otamita Knapdale Rankleburn Eastern Bush Pukemutu Waikaka Valley Wharetoa Wairio Kauana Wreys Bush Dunearn Lill Burn Valley Feldwick Croydon Conical Hill Howe Benio Otapiri Gorge Woodlaw Centre Bush Otapiri Whiterigg South Hillend McNab Clifden Limehills Lora Gorge Croydon Bush Popotunoa Scotts Gap Gordon Otikerama Heenans Corner Pukerau Orawia Aparima Waipahi Upper Charlton Gore Merrivale Arthurton Heddon Bush South Gore Lady Barkly Alton Valley Pukemaori Bayswater Gore Saleyards Taumata Waikouro Waimumu Wairuna Raymonds Gap Hokonui Ashley Charlton Oreti Plains Kaiwera Gladfield Pikopiko Winton Browns Drummond Happy Valley Five Roads Otautau Ferndale Tuatapere Gap Road Waitane Clinton Te Tipua Otaraia Kuriwao Waiwera Papatotara Forest Hill Springhills Mataura Ringway Thomsons Crossing Glencoe Hedgehope Pebbly Hills Te Tua Lochiel Isla Bank Waikana Northope Forest Hill Te Waewae Fairfax Pourakino Valley Tuturau Otahuti Gropers Bush Tussock Creek Waiarikiki Wilsons Crossing Brydone Spar Bush Ermedale Ryal Bush Ota Creek Waihoaka Hazletts Taramoa Mabel Bush Flints Bush Grove Bush Mimihau Thornbury Oporo Branxholme Edendale Dacre Oware Orepuki Waimatuku Gummies Bush -
NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE 1237 Measured South-Easterly, Generally, Along the Said State 2
30 APRIL NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE 1237 measured south-easterly, generally, along the said State 2. New Zealand Gazette, No. 35, dated 1 June 1967, page highway from Maria Street. 968. Situated within Southland District at Manapouri: 3. New Zealand Gazette, No. 26, dated 3 March 1983, page Manapouri-Hillside Road: from Waiau Street to a point 571. 500 metres measured easterly, generally, along the said road 4. New Zealand Gazette, No. 22, dated 25 February 1982, from Waiau Street. page 599. Manapouri-Te Anau Road: from Manapouri-Hillside Road to a 5. New Zealand Gazette, No. 94, dated 7 June 1984, page point 900 metres measured north-easterly, generally, along 1871. Manapouri-Te Anau Road from Manapouri-Hillside Road. 6. New Zealand Gazette, No. 20, dated 29 March 1962, page Situated within Southland District at Ohai: 519. No. 96 State Highway (Mataura-Tuatapere): from a point 7. New Zealand Gazette, No. 8, dated 19 February 1959, 250 metres measured south-westerly, generally, along the said page 174. State highway from Cottage Road to Duchess Street. 8. New Zealand Gazette, No. 40, dated 22 June 1961, page Situated within Southland District at Orawia: 887. No. 96 State Highway (Mataura-Tuatapere): from the south 9. New Zealand Gazette, No. 83, dated 23 October 1941, western end of the bridge over the Orauea River to a point 550 page 3288. metres measured south-westerly, generally, along the said 10. New Zealand Gazette, No.107, dated 21 June 1984, page State highway from the said end of the bridge over the Orauea 2277. River. -
The New Zealand Gazette. 331
JAN. 20.] THE NEW ZEALAND GAZETTE. 331 MILITARY AREA No, 12 (INVERCARGILL)-continued. MILITARY AREA No.· 12 (INVERCARGILL)-oontinued. 499820 Irwin, Robert William Hunter, mail-contractor, Riversdale, 532403 Kindley, Arthur William,·farm labourer, Winton. Southland. 617773 King, Duncan McEwan, farm hand, South Hillend Rural 598228 Irwin, Samuel David, farmer, Winton, Otapiri Rural Delivery, Winton. Delivery, Brown. 498833 King, Robert Park, farmer, Orepuki, Rural Delivery, 513577 Isaacs, Jack, school-teacher, The School, Te Anau. Riverton-Tuatapere. 497217 Jack, Alexander, labourer, James St., Balclutha. 571988 King, Ronald H. M., farmer, Orawia. 526047 Jackson, Albert Ernest;plumber, care of R. G. Speirs, Ltd., 532584 King, Thomas James, cutter, Rosebank, Balclutha. Dee St., Invercargill. 532337 King, Tom Robert, agricultural contractor, Drummond. 595869 James, Francis William, sheep,farmer, Otautau. 595529 Kingdon, Arthur Nehemiah, farmer, Waikaka Rural De. 549289 James, Frederick Helmar, farmer, Bainfield Rd., Waiki.wi livery, Gore. West Plains Rural Delivery, Inveroargill, 595611 Kirby, Owen Joseph, farmer, Cardigan, Wyndham. 496705 James, Norman Thompson, farmer, Otautau, Aparima 571353 Kirk, Patrick Henry, farmer, Tokanui, Southland. Rural Delivery, Southland. 482649 Kitto, Morris Edward, blacksmith, Roxburgh. 561654 Jamieson, Thomas Wilson, farmer, Waiwera South. 594698 Kitto, Raymond Gordon, school-teacher, 5 Anzac St., Gore. 581971 Jardine, Dickson Glendinning, sheep-farmer, Kawarau Falls 509719 Knewstubb, Stanley Tyler, orchardist, Coal Creek Flat, Station, Queenstown. Roxburgh. , 580294 Jeffrey, Thomas Noel, farmer, Wendonside Rural Delivery, 430969 Knight, David Eric Sinclair, tallow assistant, Selbourne St. Gore. Mataura. 582520 Jenkins, Colin Hendry, farm manager, Rural Delivery, 467306 Knight, John Havelock, farmer, Riverton, Rural Delivery, · Balclutha. Tuatapere. 580256 Jenkins, John Edward, storeman - timekeeper, Homer 466864 Knight, Ralph Condie, civil servant, 83 Ohara St., Inver.