Wanted: Old film, video and images for documentary February 11th, 2020 2009-03-06T13:14:07+13:00 Bill Parks writes, “Dave Kwant and I are working on a documentary on NZ kayaking, a combination why-we-kayak/conservation/history film. For the historical section we are looking for old footage… Read More
Kayaking in Kawerau February 11th, 2020 2009-02-27T11:18:55+13:00 Bruce Webber ([email protected]) is running a couple of kayaking events at the Kawerau Slalom site. On Saturday 7 March, there will be “two courses set up – an easy… Read More
Buller Festival 27-28 February, 1 March 2009 February 11th, 2020 2009-02-23T23:32:53+13:00 BullerFest 2009 is rapidly approaching. Featuring Boater Cross on Friday 27 February. Kayak Slalom (individual and teams), Rafter Cross and the famous Rock the Buller Party on Saturday 28…. Read More
Solo sea kayak on the Clarence February 11th, 2020 2009-02-14T20:52:49+13:00 Maggie Oakley describes a 2007 solo adventure down the rugged and remote Clarence river. Access Read More
Women on Whitewater 2009 February 11th, 2020 2009-02-12T22:53:20+13:00 Women on Whitewater (WOW) is happening in Murchison on 7-8 March, and at Aniwhenua on 20-22 March. These weekends are a chance for women of all skill levels to… Read More
Submission on NPS for Freshwater Management February 11th, 2020 2009-02-09T22:09:15+13:00 The proposed National Policy Statement on Freshwater Management fails to safeguard recreational interests. For example, the definition in the NPS of “environmental flows and water levels” has specific regard… Read More
Whakapapa Release February 11th, 2020 2009-09-13T07:18:30+12:00 There has been enough rain overnight for the release to proceed today, (Sunday, 13 September) and there will be about 16 cumecs below the intake from about 9:00am. Access Read More
Whakapapa Release Possible February 11th, 2020 2009-09-11T10:12:00+12:00 Genesis Energy have advised that the proposed Whakapapa release for tomorrow (September 26) will probably proceed, although the river flow can change quickly . Further information. Access Read More
Register for the next Piripaua Release February 11th, 2020 2009-09-02T11:01:01+12:00 Whitewater NZ is assisting the Hawkes Bay Canoe Club and Genesis Energy to organise the next Waikaremoana release on the Waikaretaheke River. In order for the release to go… Read More
DOC seeks trip limits, permits for Karamea February 11th, 2020 2009-08-28T16:47:18+12:00 In a review of the Kahurangi National Park Management Plan, DOC are proposing a yearly limit on trips (twelve, across the entire park), a restriction on landings, and a… Read More
Kayaker support needed to protect Hurunui February 11th, 2020 2009-08-19T09:17:03+12:00 [19 August] The Hurunui Water Project (HWP) has applied to Environment Canterbury (ECan) for consents to erect two dams on the Hurunui; a weir at the Lake Sumner outlet… Read More
NZ Canoeing Winter 2009 February 11th, 2020 2009-08-19T09:02:14+12:00 The latest NZ Canoeing has been sent to members, featuring Canoeist of the Year – Graeme Wilson (WWCC), Conservation News (Tony Ward-Holmes), NZRCA …now Whitewater NZ (Polly Miller), and… Read More
Tribunal recommends Hurunui Water Conservation Order February 11th, 2020 2009-08-14T15:20:49+12:00 The Special Tribunal has recommended a WCO be granted to protect the North Branch of the Hurunui River (Report of Special Tribunal (PDF, 3MB)). No protection is offered for… Read More
Wairoa release dates for 2009/2010 February 11th, 2020 2009-08-05T13:03:44+12:00 Kaimai Canoe Club have announced the Wairoa Release dates for 2009/2010 Access Read More
Feedback on Upper Waiau access sought February 11th, 2020 2009-07-31T10:53:33+12:00 DoC is seeking feedback on the St James Conservation Area. This is your chance to be heard regarding access to the classic Upper Waiau. Submissions due 14 September. Access Read More
Strong Opposition to Proposed Matakitaki River Hydro-scheme February 11th, 2020 2009-07-29T13:11:30+12:00 Whitewater NZ has presented Network Tasman with feedback from over 200 kayakers and kayaking organisations (PDF, 277KB), opposing the proposed hydro scheme on the Matakitaki River in Murchison. Feedback… Read More
Hurunui Water Project threatens natural flows February 11th, 2020 2009-07-23T22:02:33+12:00 The Hurunui Water Project (HWP) proposes a weir at the outlet of Lake Sumner, and a 75m high dam on the South Branch of the Hurunui. This would affect… Read More
NZRCA is now Whitewater New Zealand February 11th, 2020 2009-07-15T22:58:43+12:00 Whitewater NZ works to protect and conserve rivers, improve opportunities for kayakers to enjoy our whitewater resources safely, and protect public access to rivers for recreational use. Incorporated in… Read More
CUMEC Magazine Issue 8 February 11th, 2020 Cumec Magazine Issue #8 (July 2009) is out now with a Safety and Rescue flavour, featuring an interview with Zak Shaw, 10 Lessons Learnt from the River, All the Way… Read More
Matakitaki feedback wanted February 11th, 2020 2009-07-09T09:10:50+12:00 The Matakitaki River is under threat of three dams, which would inundate the Middle Matakitaki and dewater the Lower Matakitaki. We need your feedback about the damming of the… Read More
Mount Aspiring plan reduces access for kayakers February 11th, 2020 2009-06-21T15:11:51+12:00 Existing access to the multi-day Waiatoto River is under threat by new access arrangements outlined in DoC’s Mount Aspiring National Park Draft Management Plan (PDF, 760K). The plan intends… Read More
Matakitaki/Glenroy consultation meetings February 11th, 2020 2009-06-09T11:25:39+12:00 Network Tasman is proposing hydro dams on the Matakitaki river and the Glenroy river near Murchison. The company has purchased land in the Matakitaki valley and is conducting feasibility… Read More
Permit system enforced for Rangitaiki February 11th, 2020 2009-06-03T19:41:44+12:00 Apparently a permit system is being enforced for access through the Kaingaroa Forest to sections such as the Jeff’s Joy run on the Rangitaiki river. The forest is managed… Read More
Nevis River WCO Hearing February 11th, 2020 2009-05-28T16:49:23+12:00 The NZRCA are appearing at the Hearing for the Water Conservation Order for the Nevis River from 9am on Thursday 4 June in Cromwell (Golden Gate Lodge Conference Centre,… Read More
