Our new system is on the TidyHQ platform and contains lots of webpage tabs with information, while also hosting our membership database where you can access and update your own details, and only your own! 

The Online Document Library is where we've gathered together all our documents that are available to our clubs and members to download. These include:

• The first two of the sample forms and documents that we've been developing for clubs, along with a guide as to how clubs can use them. This is a follow-on from the NZFWDA Health & Safety Policy & Guidelines we previously published.
• Guidelines for handling environmental factors when planning an event, to ensure compliance with the Resource Management Act (RMA).
• The specifications for tow-hooks and mounting them, developed by CCVC and kindly made available for anyone to use.
• Other documents such as the current Constitution, remits, insurance. 

You'll also see our new Consultations tab. The idea is to let clubs and members know what consultations are available, when submissions are due and who is working on making submissions. 

Finally, there's our new Community Contributions tab, where we are wanting to list the good deeds our clubs have done in the community. These activities are really important and serve as a way to contribute back to the communities that allow access for our 4wd trips and events. This tab will also be open to the public to see and we have put a link to it from the About Us page on our website. 

We aim to keep adding to the members' portal and it's likely that these tabs and their content will change and improve as we get more used to the new system and how to use it to its potential. 

Meanwhile some material on our website is being reduced as it's either moved to the Members' Portal or it's no longer something most folk are interested in. This will take a while to complete. 

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Thank you to all the clubs that responded with their preferences for the AGM this year.

The consensus was for a face to face meeting in Auckland, however, with Covid-19, most hotels in Auckland are committed as isolation facilities until at least December this year.

The Executive have taken this in to consideration and decided that we will have an Electronic AGM on 7th November. This will be a shortened format to take care of the matters that need annual input from our members.

The Notice of AGM will be sent out by October 10th to give members the 28 days notice of AGM required in the Constitution. This will include the Agenda detailing the matters to be discussed.

I have attached a copy of the Final Annual Accounts for the 2018/2019 financial year with the corrections requested at the last AGM.

Also attached is a copy of the Annual Accounts for the 9 months, April 2019 to December 2019 for approval at the coming AGM. As agreed in the Remits for last year, the Associations Financial Year will be January to December each year, while the membership year remains at June to May each year.

Stay safe and be kind

Kath Jaggard

National Secretary 

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This doesn't mean we can just barge in through fences and gates and help ourselves to access where it might upset adjacent land-owners. It is always worthwhile politely approaching land-owners first where there are obstacles or the risk of conflict, explain the situation and your understanding of the road and ask about ways to make minimal impact of the land or the land-owners or other users.

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Our advice is simple: Don't damage the beds of waterways and don't cause sediment. In many cases this means keeping out of streams and bogs etc.

The National Executive is putting together some detailed information for clubs, including step-by-step guidelines. These will help you to comply with the Resource Management Act, to find out if your trip or event can take place without needing a resource consent, or if a resource consent is required some tips on how to apply for it.

To find out whether your trip or event complies with the Act, you will need to contact two councils (who will have their own rules about what complies): your local regional council and also your local district or city council. In some places like Auckland a single unitary council may cover both roles. Go through their helplines.

Tell them as much detail as you can about what you're planning and ask whether it complies with their rules. This is the most important part of the planning.

Our Association President is preparing a detailed description of all this, which will be published shortly.

That will be followed by the detailed step-by-step guidelines that the National Executive is preparing for clubs.

Signed: Grant Purdie, National PRO.

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And also on newstalkzb: https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/mike-hosking-breakfast/audio/callum-jones-4wd-enthusiasts-prove-unlikely-heroes-during-lockdown/

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Having previously advised the decision to abandon the planned face to face AGM in Auckland and move to an electronic format, the National Executive Committee has been assessing various platforms available for use. Whilst we are satisfied we could host a presentation-style meeting the added complexities of delegate registration, speaking rights, and recording of voting, appear to test the limits of presently available technologies. Additionally, our Constitution and meeting rules are somewhat ambiguous around meetings other than face to face.

Accordingly and after much deliberation, the National Executive has concluded there is no better option than to postpone the 2020 AGM for up to 6 months, with a review of our community rules after the first 3 months to determine if, by then, we might realistically schedule a face to face AGM within the second 3 month period.

There are a significant number of remits pertaining to Constitution Rule changes to consider at the next AGM and the Executive wishes to ensure open discussion is available for all Clubs / delegates / members.

In order to put these latest decisions into effect the Executive proposes to also delay publication of AGM-related reports and remits; these will be distributed to Clubs within the same timeframe provisions as presently pertain i.e 2 months prior to end of the month in which the AGM will proceed. I understand Zone and Competitions Committee AGM’s are being similarly deferred.

I trust all members will be accepting of the National Executive’s decisions in these matters; in reality we have no workable option than to delay all matters pertaining to the AGM until such time as personal attendance by delegates can be safely organised.

I also hope that everyone can remain safe and unaffected by this current communicable disease; stay safe in your respective “bubble” but also remember to maintain remote contact with your family, friends, and neighbours; this is a time for awareness and kindness to others especially those who might have needs that you might be able to respond to.

Best wishes.
Neville Dunton
President, NZFWDA Inc.

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NZFWDA northern zone president John Hickey stated  " I am pleased to announce that DoC has now agreed that Maratoto can be opened for four wheeling for the summer from 20 December 2019. (Steve & Ces tell me that some vegetation trimming may be needed. (I understand Thames club may organise some trimming of vegetation (no chainsaws and no sharp points to be caused by trimming…)) .Thanks to everyone who has helped – DoC‘s Peter French, Bill Horgan & Leanne Irvine and especially Steve & Ces."

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The Standard is available to download for free, saving users around $70.

Download from the Standards New Zealand website(external link)

MBIE is also commissioning research to understand the number, profile and value of New Zealanders and international visitors who freedom-camp this summer.

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North Canterbury 4WD Club member Trevor Taylor says the city council’s decision to install a gate blocking off Worsley’s Track to vehicles without consultation was not fair and people should have been consulted.

Read more:

• Call to close reserve track to vehicles

“The closure of Worsleys Rd was undertaken through the use of a temporary traffic management plan. This closure was notified by pre-warning signage on-site, as is required for temporary closures. As this is not a permanent closure, consultation as per road stopping process was not needed.”

Mr Thomas said Worsley’s Track will be closed to cars and motor-cycles until late August next year “due to concerns about fire risk.”

Southern View reported last month Huntsbury Ave resident David Drayton wants the city council to do more to stop four-wheel-drive vehicles damaging the Bownvale Reserve track and endangering walkers and cyclists.  

Mr Taylor read the article and told Southern View closing off tracks like this one and Worsley’s Track is unfair to responsible four-wheel-drive users.

Mr Taylor said it is just a few people ruining it for everyone else wanting to drive on tracks like these.

“One or two idiots ruin it for everyone else. It’s the old story, let’s punish the good guys, and it’s just not right.”

He said North Canterbury 4WD Club always encouraged its members to be responsible when four-wheel-driving and believed they should not be punished for other’s bad behaviour.

“We’re very, very careful with what we do. We always follow the tread lightly policy that we have, that sort of leave only a few tyre marks and nothing else, that’s very important for us. That’s why we have these regular meetings with DOC [the Department of Conservation] and things like that.

“I’m just an ordinary four-wheel-driver who wants us to keep our access,” he said.

Mr Thomas said there are still options for people wanting to go four-wheel-driving but they should not abuse these privileges.

“There is a variety of information available online for local four-wheel-drive opportunities, including through the Department of Conservation and four-wheel-drive clubs. The council would also encourage four-wheel-drivers to use all roads with respect and to minimise damage that may inhibit other road users,” he said.

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How to Make a Submission

Submissions should be addressed to:
submissions@lvvta.org.nz

Or:

LVVTA Submissions
PO Box 50-600,
Porirua
Wellington 5240

Submissions must be received prior to Friday 1 November 2019.

Important information about making a submission:
Your submission may become publicly available information, so please indicate clearly if your comments are commercially sensitive or if there is some other reason they should not be disclosed to third parties.  

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More recently Capital Kiwi has joined the project. Capital Kiwi aims to introduce colonies of kiwi around Wellington City and is confident this can be achieved. As a first step though, it will rely on a successful pest eradication programme.

The first "boots on the ground" job for the combined team of WCC, CCVC and Capital Kiwi was to set out the traps, which happened in March. See this video showing some highlights of the day:

Although the CCVC folk knew there was a video being put together, the amazing recognition of CCVC's contribution was a complete surprise.

This project was a great example that Barry from CCVC used when he gave a talk to the NZFWDA Conference on 12 May about the opportunities and benefits of 4wd clubs working alongside territorial authorities. Naturally he showed the video as part of his presentation. It was all well received.

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Important information about making a submission:
Your submission may become publicly available information, so please indicate clearly if your comments are commercially sensitive or if there is some other reason they should not be disclosed to third parties. 

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There were more than 4,500 responses to this survey.

https://www.doc.govt.nz/molesworth-survey

A good level of 4WD participation in this survey, especially from the Canterbury region.

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• Have a good relationship with the land owner or land manager, understand their requirements then comply with these. This includes where and when you can go, where and when you cannot go, behaviour expected and any other conditions of access.
• Think safety! Undertake hazard identification and have a safety plan for every trip. See the Health & Safety Policy and Guidelines for Clubs at this link.
• Value and safeguard the environment. This includes a "tread lightly" approach and being aware of the requirements of the Resource Management Act. Failure to mitigate for risks to the environment, such as sedimentation and streambed disturbance, can have dire consequences such as loss of future access, the possibility of a fine or prosecution. As all our national trials organisers know, the NZFWDA has extensive guidelines for running an event, available at this link.

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]]> This is a reminder to everybody who likes to go off-road in their 4wd. As we all know, access to land is vital. Without permission to use properties, we have no recreation.

As we have often highlighted to all our members, it is really important to make sure that every one of us complies with the basics:

• Have a good relationship with the land owner or land manager, understand their requirements then comply with these. This includes where and when you can go, where and when you cannot go, behaviour expected and any other conditions of access.
• Think safety! Undertake hazard identification and have a safety plan for every trip. See the Health & Safety Policy and Guidelines for Clubs at this link.
• Value and safeguard the environment. This includes a "tread lightly" approach and being aware of the requirements of the Resource Management Act. Failure to mitigate for risks to the environment, such as sedimentation and streambed disturbance, can have dire consequences such as loss of future access, the possibility of a fine or prosecution. As all our national trials organisers know, the NZFWDA has extensive guidelines for running an event, available at this link.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/583 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/582 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 09:28:19 GMT The NZ crown is now beyond his reach but Whanganui driver Hamish Auret has plenty left to drive for in the 2018-19 4x4 National Trials after a hot and hard afternoon in the Waikato on Saturday.

Auret and co-driver Paul Barnes finished fourth both overall and in D-Class at the Whatawhata course near Hamilton, in blistering hot conditions where 12 of the 44 trucks were unable to complete the 28 obstacles.

The pair also had a scary moment where they rolled on one obstacle and Barnes suffered a knock to the head, feeling unwell for the rest of the round and ultimately having to get medical clearance from the St John's ambulance staff to continue.

"He certainly didn't want to back up after that either," said Auret.

"He's as tough as old boots."

Normally Auret would appreciate the challenging obstacles which had been set for the course, thanks to the advantage in power from his 7.0-litre Corvette engine.

However, the extreme heat in the Waikato countryside was taking its toll on men and machines waiting in the valley's, where the sun-baked ground was rock hard.

"It was like rolling down on concrete. It was a day to drive and survive," said Auret, who kept up a steady intake of fluids.

'It was a really tough day at the office, we were lucky to finish.

Read the full article

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The NZ crown is now beyond his reach but Whanganui driver Hamish Auret has plenty left to drive for in the 2018-19 4x4 National Trials after a hot and hard afternoon in the Waikato on Saturday.

Auret and co-driver Paul Barnes finished fourth both overall and in D-Class at the Whatawhata course near Hamilton, in blistering hot conditions where 12 of the 44 trucks were unable to complete the 28 obstacles.

The pair also had a scary moment where they rolled on one obstacle and Barnes suffered a knock to the head, feeling unwell for the rest of the round and ultimately having to get medical clearance from the St John's ambulance staff to continue.

"He certainly didn't want to back up after that either," said Auret.

"He's as tough as old boots."

Normally Auret would appreciate the challenging obstacles which had been set for the course, thanks to the advantage in power from his 7.0-litre Corvette engine.

However, the extreme heat in the Waikato countryside was taking its toll on men and machines waiting in the valley's, where the sun-baked ground was rock hard.

"It was like rolling down on concrete. It was a day to drive and survive," said Auret, who kept up a steady intake of fluids.

'It was a really tough day at the office, we were lucky to finish.

Read the full article

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/582 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/581 Thu, 31 Jan 2019 04:34:23 GMT
LVVTA are committed to a collaborative approach to modified vehicle standards. It’s an approach that allows the vehicle modification industry and affected vehicle owners and modifiers to provide their input on standards before amendments are made to them. For this, LVVTA seeks open and honest feedback from the public including suggested amendments, alterations, additions or redactions.

Documents open for consultation can also be found here: 
https://www.lvvta.org.nz/documents.html#consultation

We are currently consulting on:
• LVV Engine & Drive-train Conversions Standard

Submissions received will be summarised and analysed, where appropriate the LVV Standard will be redrafted to take into account the submissions received. If necessary, we will undertake further consultation with key groups before finalising amendments.

How to Make a Submission

Submissions must be addressed to:
submissions@lvvta.org.nz

Or:

LVVTA Submissions
PO Box 50-600,
Porirua
Wellington 5240


Submissions must be received prior to, Wednesday 20 February 2019.
 
Important information about making a submission:
Your submission may become publicly available information, so please indicate clearly if your comments are commercially sensitive or if there is some other reason they should not be disclosed.  


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LVVTA are committed to a collaborative approach to modified vehicle standards. It’s an approach that allows the vehicle modification industry and affected vehicle owners and modifiers to provide their input on standards before amendments are made to them. For this, LVVTA seeks open and honest feedback from the public including suggested amendments, alterations, additions or redactions.

Documents open for consultation can also be found here: 
https://www.lvvta.org.nz/documents.html#consultation

We are currently consulting on:
• LVV Engine & Drive-train Conversions Standard

Submissions received will be summarised and analysed, where appropriate the LVV Standard will be redrafted to take into account the submissions received. If necessary, we will undertake further consultation with key groups before finalising amendments.

How to Make a Submission

Submissions must be addressed to:
submissions@lvvta.org.nz

Or:

LVVTA Submissions
PO Box 50-600,
Porirua
Wellington 5240


Submissions must be received prior to, Wednesday 20 February 2019.
 
Important information about making a submission:
Your submission may become publicly available information, so please indicate clearly if your comments are commercially sensitive or if there is some other reason they should not be disclosed.  


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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/581 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/576 Thu, 29 Nov 2018 03:29:36 GMT Although the 42 Traverse will open for 4x4 access on December 1, it is currently not possible to drive right through. A significant collapse of a deep culvert has cut the track in the area to the south of the Waione Stream. DOC intends to repair the damage but it may take a while before full access is available. Images of the damage can be found at http://friendsof42traverse.nz/news.html

An update provided by DOC on 30-11-2018...

Hi Stakeholders/ users/ passionate Tong Forest community members,  We have a notice to share, the T42 has had a log culvert collapse and 4WD can't get through.  Can you share this with your 4WD friends please.   We shared this message on our local FB page last night so that got the word out quickly and Peter Vahry shared it on some club sites as well.   Alerts will be in place on the website and we have put tape up at the site and haven't taken down the 4WD restriction signs.  Updated signage will go up next week.  Thanks Stacey

 

Access limited on the 42 Traverse

If you are planning on a 4WD adventure on the 42 Traverse, in December, please note there is no complete thoroughfare due to the collapse of an old log culvert.  The collapsed area is 15km from Kapoor's Road.  The area is marked with signs and danger tape.  Hunters can still drive in and then continue their access on foot.  

Mountain bikers, hikers can still get through. However, please careful if you are planning on going through the collapsed area.   The road in this is forest is an old logging road and was never envisaged to last so long.  Numerous streams were crossed with log culverts and over time they have collapsed.

A contractor has been engaged to complete the repair work and we will keep stakeholders informed of progress.  Please check www.doc.govt.nz/tongariro for alerts and updates.

A map of the area is available below

 

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Although the 42 Traverse will open for 4x4 access on December 1, it is currently not possible to drive right through. A significant collapse of a deep culvert has cut the track in the area to the south of the Waione Stream. DOC intends to repair the damage but it may take a while before full access is available. Images of the damage can be found at http://friendsof42traverse.nz/news.html

An update provided by DOC on 30-11-2018...

Hi Stakeholders/ users/ passionate Tong Forest community members,  We have a notice to share, the T42 has had a log culvert collapse and 4WD can't get through.  Can you share this with your 4WD friends please.   We shared this message on our local FB page last night so that got the word out quickly and Peter Vahry shared it on some club sites as well.   Alerts will be in place on the website and we have put tape up at the site and haven't taken down the 4WD restriction signs.  Updated signage will go up next week.  Thanks Stacey

 

Access limited on the 42 Traverse

If you are planning on a 4WD adventure on the 42 Traverse, in December, please note there is no complete thoroughfare due to the collapse of an old log culvert.  The collapsed area is 15km from Kapoor's Road.  The area is marked with signs and danger tape.  Hunters can still drive in and then continue their access on foot.  

Mountain bikers, hikers can still get through. However, please careful if you are planning on going through the collapsed area.   The road in this is forest is an old logging road and was never envisaged to last so long.  Numerous streams were crossed with log culverts and over time they have collapsed.

A contractor has been engaged to complete the repair work and we will keep stakeholders informed of progress.  Please check www.doc.govt.nz/tongariro for alerts and updates.

A map of the area is available below

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/576 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/573 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 07:16:09 GMT Turakina's former national champion Dan Cowper was able to salvage a 2018-19 4x4 National Trials campaign that was threatening to sink before it had barely begun after finishing fourth overall at the opening round near Wellington on Saturday.

The Deadwood Safari event was hosted by the Valley 4WD club in muddy conditions but beautiful sunshine after several days of rain in the Whitemans Valley in Upper Hutt.

Cowper, back running the full season after only doing three rounds last year, and his new co-driver Kevin Hermansen had a disastrous middle section of the morning round which put them back in 16th position with 344.13 penalty points.

In 4x4 Trials, the high-powered trucks attempt to complete obstacles, which consist of 10 'gates', and receive 10 penalty points for every gate they don't make it through or over.

Read the full article 

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Turakina's former national champion Dan Cowper was able to salvage a 2018-19 4x4 National Trials campaign that was threatening to sink before it had barely begun after finishing fourth overall at the opening round near Wellington on Saturday.

The Deadwood Safari event was hosted by the Valley 4WD club in muddy conditions but beautiful sunshine after several days of rain in the Whitemans Valley in Upper Hutt.

Cowper, back running the full season after only doing three rounds last year, and his new co-driver Kevin Hermansen had a disastrous middle section of the morning round which put them back in 16th position with 344.13 penalty points.

In 4x4 Trials, the high-powered trucks attempt to complete obstacles, which consist of 10 'gates', and receive 10 penalty points for every gate they don't make it through or over.

Read the full article 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/573 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/572 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 01:23:04 GMT One of the most common questions currently being asked of the Low Volume Vehicle Technical Association (LVVTA) is the legality of coil spring strut spacers being fitted to late model utes and four-wheel  drives. These types of spacers are usually between 25-40mm in height and bolt in between the top of the front strut platform and the vehicle structure, to raise the ride height of the vehicle.

There's always much debate when the topic is mentioned on LVVTA's Facebook page, with many AVIs, vehicle owners and modifiers incorrectly assuming that spacers do not require LVV Certification. The reality is that all strut spacers such as this, do require Low Volume Vehicle (LVV) Certification. The clarification of this is on the ‘tables and images' tab of the Steering and Suspension section of the VIRM. This page lists all suspension modifications that are permitted without LVV Certification. Strut spacers are not listed, which in turn means that LVV Certification is required.

LVV inspectors around the country have found multiple issues on vehicles fitted with spring spacers, ranging from ball joint bind through to brake hose and wheel speed sensor wiring problems. LVVTA are also concerned about the number of brand new vehicles that have been fitted with spring spacers by the dealer, resulting in not only a dangerous modification going unchecked but also in a nasty surprise when the vehicle receives its first Warrant Of Fitness inspection in three years time.

Ball joint spacers, which are also commonly being added to these types of vehicles to correct the top suspension arm angle due to the added spacers, are also a cause for concern due to the added loads they transfer to the suspension arms. LVVTA have seen multiple cases of cracked and in the worst cases, completely failed upper suspension arms due to ball joint spacers. As such, they would like to remind AVIs that these modifications not only require LVV Certification but may provide a real danger to road users.

Vehicle owners should also be made aware that by not certifying vehicles for these types of modifications, their insurance may be void should a claim arise - a risk that is increased, should the modification be deemed to be the cause of the accident.

If you are uncertain as to whether such a modification to your 4x4 or ute complies, contact the LVVTA tech team by phone on 04 238 4343 or email on tech@lvvta.org.nz .

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One of the most common questions currently being asked of the Low Volume Vehicle Technical Association (LVVTA) is the legality of coil spring strut spacers being fitted to late model utes and four-wheel  drives. These types of spacers are usually between 25-40mm in height and bolt in between the top of the front strut platform and the vehicle structure, to raise the ride height of the vehicle.

There's always much debate when the topic is mentioned on LVVTA's Facebook page, with many AVIs, vehicle owners and modifiers incorrectly assuming that spacers do not require LVV Certification. The reality is that all strut spacers such as this, do require Low Volume Vehicle (LVV) Certification. The clarification of this is on the ‘tables and images' tab of the Steering and Suspension section of the VIRM. This page lists all suspension modifications that are permitted without LVV Certification. Strut spacers are not listed, which in turn means that LVV Certification is required.

LVV inspectors around the country have found multiple issues on vehicles fitted with spring spacers, ranging from ball joint bind through to brake hose and wheel speed sensor wiring problems. LVVTA are also concerned about the number of brand new vehicles that have been fitted with spring spacers by the dealer, resulting in not only a dangerous modification going unchecked but also in a nasty surprise when the vehicle receives its first Warrant Of Fitness inspection in three years time.

Ball joint spacers, which are also commonly being added to these types of vehicles to correct the top suspension arm angle due to the added spacers, are also a cause for concern due to the added loads they transfer to the suspension arms. LVVTA have seen multiple cases of cracked and in the worst cases, completely failed upper suspension arms due to ball joint spacers. As such, they would like to remind AVIs that these modifications not only require LVV Certification but may provide a real danger to road users.

Vehicle owners should also be made aware that by not certifying vehicles for these types of modifications, their insurance may be void should a claim arise - a risk that is increased, should the modification be deemed to be the cause of the accident.

If you are uncertain as to whether such a modification to your 4x4 or ute complies, contact the LVVTA tech team by phone on 04 238 4343 or email on tech@lvvta.org.nz .

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/554 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/549 Thu, 12 Jul 2018 01:11:34 GMT Link to the DOC Media Release: https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/media-releases/2018/proposal-to-close-tracks-to-protect-kauri/
In 2014, the Government provided DOC with funding to manage the human spread of kauri dieback on tracks on public conservation land. This resulted in the Kauri Dieback Recreation Project.

As there is currently no proven cure or treatment for kauri dieback, we can only save kauri by stopping the disease from spreading. To achieve this, the project has taken the following approach:

- Upgrading tracks to protect kauri roots and eliminate wet and muddy sections

- Developing and installing cleaning stations

- Introducing initiatives to change people’s behaviour, as the evidence shows that people are the main vector for the disease - Closing tracks

TRACK CLOSURES

The decision to propose track closures is not taken lightly, but has been considered in situations where there is:

- high kauri dieback risk

- low visitor use

- high upgrade and ongoing maintenance costs

- a similar experience provided in the vicinity.

- Not all tracks will be fully closed. Partial closures are considered where we can close a section of track to protect the kauri there and still retain the experience.

HOW TO SUBMIT

DOC would appreciate your feedback on these proposed track closures. Your response will be taken into consideration in the final decision-making process. Submisions close 10 August 2018.

Email your submission or related questions to: kauridieback@doc.govt.nz
Link to the Tracks looking at closure: https://www.doc.govt.nz/get-involved/have-your-say/all-consultations/2018/proposal-to-close-tracks-to-protect-kauri/

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Link to the DOC Media Release: https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/media-releases/2018/proposal-to-close-tracks-to-protect-kauri/

In 2014, the Government provided DOC with funding to manage the human spread of kauri dieback on tracks on public conservation land. This resulted in the Kauri Dieback Recreation Project.

As there is currently no proven cure or treatment for kauri dieback, we can only save kauri by stopping the disease from spreading. To achieve this, the project has taken the following approach:

- Upgrading tracks to protect kauri roots and eliminate wet and muddy sections

- Developing and installing cleaning stations

- Introducing initiatives to change people’s behaviour, as the evidence shows that people are the main vector for the disease - Closing tracks

TRACK CLOSURES

The decision to propose track closures is not taken lightly, but has been considered in situations where there is:

- high kauri dieback risk

- low visitor use

- high upgrade and ongoing maintenance costs

- a similar experience provided in the vicinity.

- Not all tracks will be fully closed. Partial closures are considered where we can close a section of track to protect the kauri there and still retain the experience.

HOW TO SUBMIT

DOC would appreciate your feedback on these proposed track closures. Your response will be taken into consideration in the final decision-making process. Submisions close 10 August 2018.

Email your submission or related questions to: kauridieback@doc.govt.nz
Link to the Tracks looking at closure: https://www.doc.govt.nz/get-involved/have-your-say/all-consultations/2018/proposal-to-close-tracks-to-protect-kauri/

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/549 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/512 Tue, 10 Jul 2018 07:50:11 GMT We have recently lost the sanctioned use of the iconic Waitawheta 4WD track located in the Northern Zone, west of Waihi town.

Because of concerns relating to sedimentation of adjacent streams allegedly caused by 4WD activity, the track has been closed by DOC and the Hauraki District Council (HDC). This is notwithstanding that NZFWDA Northern Zone members have over the past five or more years spent an inordinate amount of their own time, effort and expense collaborating in good faith with staff of the constituent authorities in the carrying out of works to upgrade the standard of the track and to thereafter implement an ongoing management and maintenance plan so as to enable the track to be reopened to 4WD use.

It recently became apparent that the opposition of the Waikato Regional Council (WRC) to resumed 4WD activity had caused DOC and HDC to change their previously helpful positions. The upshot of this was that in May of this year we were advised that we would need to obtain a resource consent in order to undertake further track upgrade works and to thereafter allow 4WD activity to officially resume. This is notwithstanding that previous advice from WRC staff was that no such resource consent would be required. The costs associated with the requirement to apply for a resource consent (which may or may not be granted) is beyond the means of the Northern Zone and the on-going risks associated with being the legal holder of the consent (if granted) would have been unacceptable.
The ironic result of this is that unauthorised 4WD (and other) activity of the Waitawheta track will continue to occur in an uncontrolled manner thereby creating far greater adverse effects on the environment than those which would have resulted from managed 4WD activity as offered through the Northern Zone proposal.
EFFECTIVE August 2017

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We have recently lost the sanctioned use of the iconic Waitawheta 4WD track located in the Northern Zone, west of Waihi town.

Because of concerns relating to sedimentation of adjacent streams allegedly caused by 4WD activity, the track has been closed by DOC and the Hauraki District Council (HDC). This is notwithstanding that NZFWDA Northern Zone members have over the past five or more years spent an inordinate amount of their own time, effort and expense collaborating in good faith with staff of the constituent authorities in the carrying out of works to upgrade the standard of the track and to thereafter implement an ongoing management and maintenance plan so as to enable the track to be reopened to 4WD use.

It recently became apparent that the opposition of the Waikato Regional Council (WRC) to resumed 4WD activity had caused DOC and HDC to change their previously helpful positions. The upshot of this was that in May of this year we were advised that we would need to obtain a resource consent in order to undertake further track upgrade works and to thereafter allow 4WD activity to officially resume. This is notwithstanding that previous advice from WRC staff was that no such resource consent would be required. The costs associated with the requirement to apply for a resource consent (which may or may not be granted) is beyond the means of the Northern Zone and the on-going risks associated with being the legal holder of the consent (if granted) would have been unacceptable.
The ironic result of this is that unauthorised 4WD (and other) activity of the Waitawheta track will continue to occur in an uncontrolled manner thereby creating far greater adverse effects on the environment than those which would have resulted from managed 4WD activity as offered through the Northern Zone proposal.
EFFECTIVE August 2017

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/512 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/538 Sat, 07 Jul 2018 09:12:29 GMT All off road tracks in the Maratoto area are now CLOSED to ALL vehicles. This includes the Whangamata (Wires) Track, Loop Road, Waipaheke and all tracks off these tracks. This closure is by order of the Department of Conservation and is due to Kauri Die Back.
EFFECTIVE 13/03/2018 until further notice.

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All off road tracks in the Maratoto area are now CLOSED to ALL vehicles. This includes the Whangamata (Wires) Track, Loop Road, Waipaheke and all tracks off these tracks. This closure is by order of the Department of Conservation and is due to Kauri Die Back.

EFFECTIVE 13/03/2018 until further notice.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/538 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/548 Wed, 04 Jul 2018 02:40:14 GMT

Does the new Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 significantly change the obligations farmers have to ensure the safety of recreational visitors to their land?

The Walking Access Commision have a FAQ handout that outlines many of the questions that landowners have about the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015

 

 

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Does the new Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 significantly change the obligations farmers have to ensure the safety of recreational visitors to their land?

The Walking Access Commision have a FAQ handout that outlines many of the questions that landowners have about the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015

 

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/548 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/546 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 09:36:45 GMT NZFWDA.org.nz | Kindly sponsored by Jeep and ARB
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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/546 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/543 Wed, 25 Apr 2018 09:38:41 GMT NZFWDA.org.nz | Kindly sponsored by Jeep and ARB
]]> The 2018 NZFWDA Conference (19th May) and AGM (20th May) will be hosted by the Southern Zone Clubs and based from the Ascot Park Hotel, Corner Tay Street and Racecourse Road, Invercargill. Information Packs have been sent to Clubs, if you require it to be resent, contact the National Secretary - secretary@nzfwda.org.nz

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/543 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/537 Sun, 11 Mar 2018 08:07:32 GMT NZFWDA.org.nz | Kindly sponsored by Jeep and ARB
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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/537 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/533 Thu, 11 Jan 2018 07:53:05 GMT NZFWDA.org.nz | Kindly sponsored by Jeep and ARB
]]> The Department of Conservation (DOC) is open to a radical rethink of the historic Molesworth Station, the rolling high-country farm linking Marlborough to North Canterbury. The farming lease at the 180,000-hectare cattle ranch - about the size of Stewart Island - expires in 2020, and the public could help shape its future. DOC community ranger Chris Wootton said a new online survey would collect and gauge public opinion, although calls for sealed roads, tour buses and airstrips weren't likely to fly. The survey closes on March 31. For further information and to take part in the survey visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Molesworthconsultation

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/533 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/531 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 03:25:40 GMT Read the article... http://www.grapevine.org.nz/articles/four-wheeling-fun

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/531 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/528 Fri, 01 Dec 2017 23:33:23 GMT NZFWDA.org.nz | Kindly sponsored by Jeep and ARB
]]> The NZFWDA Central Zone Committee with the support of the Central Districts 4WD club is proud to announce the inaugural Annual Central Zone 4wd Jamboree. We have decided to bring back the concept of a weekend of 4wd activities for Central Zone members. It is a chance to visit some iconic places around the Manawatu in your shiney or club truck with like minded people. Below you will find a tentative time table for the weekend. This will give you an idea of the thinking behind the event. The final programme will not firm up until a couple of weeks before the event, but we guarantee you will have a fun filled weekend. What is it going the cost you? We are working to keep the costs down and we will only be charging you $20 p/p for the weekend. This will include camping fees at a local camp ground (for those that wish to use a nearby motel/hotel you will need to meet these costs yourself), and BBQ on Saturday night. We will be working on a short list of nearby accommodation which will have favourable pricing. When, Wellington Anniversary weekend, 19-22 January. To book your place and we may have to limit numbers, email me your details, and I will send you the bank account details. Max Wheatley czpresident@nzfwda.org.nz Central Zone Jamboree WHEN: Wellington Anniversary Weekend 2018. 20-22 January 2018 WHERE: Based around the camping ground at the Ashhurst Domain WHO: NZFWDA Members & Families Costs – minimal as partially sponsored by Central Zone. COST: $20 p/p for the weekend. Food and Fuel. Friday Arrival 1900 - In formal dinner at the local (your cost), 4WD movies on the big screen. 2300 - Late night cruise up the river. Saturday 0900 - Tough trip boys to the dams and Porita Park. - Easy trip, North Range Road, Takaparui Rd and river. 1800 - BBQ at Ashhurst Domain. Sunday 0900 - Tech visit. Hotrod Heaven 1030 - Oruara river. 1200 - Picnic lunch somewhere. 1300 - Gymkhana. 1500 - McKenize trail. 1900 - Group dinner at local 2300 - Night ride to Wharite peak. Monday 0900 - Fast laps at off road racing track. 1200 - Lunch. 1400 - Pack up and go home.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/528 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/526 Fri, 01 Dec 2017 22:39:52 GMT NZFWDA.org.nz | Kindly sponsored by Jeep and ARB
]]> Hi Everyone I have been tasked with coordinating the wasp wipeout program this year for the Region. The wasp wipeout, is a wasp control programme set up in partnership with DOC, Fairfax Media and local community groups; with the purpose of reducing Vespula Wasps for recreation and biodiversity reasons. A pilot programme was carried out last year in the Nelson / Tasman area and proved to be quite successful. This has now been extended to include Canterbury, Marlborough and Coromandel areas. The intention is to target key wasp hot spot e.g. camping, picnic and tracks and huts etc. Fairfax Media raise the money required to pay for the work, as well raising the awareness of the programme through articles in regional newspapers and via stuff. Hopefully this encourages volunteers to help with the delivery of the programme. DOC will help plan the work programme and do some of the delivery in some cases. The money is held by an organization, environmental group to act as fund management (still looking for a group to do this. Any ideas). They will pay the invoices as they come through from volunteers groups. What I need is a list of key sites (hot spot for wasps on PCL), that you would like the work carried out at. Name of site, reason for undertaken wasp control (recreation, biodiversity), has there been wasp work done before, the distance (bait stations positioned every 50m), number of bait stations, first year cost, ongoing maint cost, group contact (email) and the group name. of any volunteer group, willing to undertake the operation (some members will need to obtain a license to purchase and handle the bait), and a contact person from each office to help coordinate the work. Note the information required is in the attached spread sheet. Send it through to me in table form and I will enter it into the a spread sheet I need this information by mid-December so that bait can be purchased. Cost per km is around $100 for set up (bait stations [every 50m] / bait etc); then around $50 per km in the following years and so on. there maybe money available for logistics cost as well??. When looking at sites keep it simple e.g. just around the perimeter of camping areas, along tracks. Rank your sites, as I may need to delete some depending on the number of sites I receive. Its not an endless amount of money. Any questions please give me a call. Cheers Brian Taylor Biodiversity Ranger: Fire, RFO North Canterbury District Rangiora Office DDI: 03) 312 0829 CELL: 027)229 7735

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/526 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/506 Mon, 03 Jul 2017 04:44:12 GMT The NZFWDA holds insurances on behalf of its members and affiliated clubs.

 

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The NZFWDA holds insurances on behalf of its members and affiliated clubs.

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/506 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/505 Mon, 03 Jul 2017 04:28:08 GMT

Another successful planting day was carried out  recently at Te Rau Puriri Regional Park on the Kaipara South Head  by the Auckland 4WD Club, Land Rover Owners Club (Auckland) and Council park Rangers.

It’s a bit of a milestone for these clubs, as it is now 10 years that they have been actively involved in revegetation at various sites within the Park.

This planting day is made much easier by the fact that with their 4x4 vehicles and trailers they are able to get the plants and themselves to this relatively inaccessible planting site. The work involves the revegetation of areas of pasture that surrounds an existing wetland area. Planting has been carried out at this particular site for a number of years and is really becoming established.

The clubs are also involved in other events with Auckland Council rangers, like their annual ‘Muriwai Beach Clean Up’; another day that they have been heavily involved in for years.

There is also a proposal to initiate a summer project at Te Rau Puriri Regional Park.

The 4WD club’s coordinator for the planting day was Peter Vahry, who stated “Working with the Council Park Rangers over the years has been a pleasure and for newcomers to these annual events it is a surprise to see the growth of past plantings and how many plants it is possible to get into the ground by an enthusiastic group. This year there were again over fifty people involved and over 1500 plants planted out.”

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Another successful planting day was carried out  recently at Te Rau Puriri Regional Park on the Kaipara South Head  by the Auckland 4WD Club, Land Rover Owners Club (Auckland) and Council park Rangers.

It’s a bit of a milestone for these clubs, as it is now 10 years that they have been actively involved in revegetation at various sites within the Park.

This planting day is made much easier by the fact that with their 4x4 vehicles and trailers they are able to get the plants and themselves to this relatively inaccessible planting site. The work involves the revegetation of areas of pasture that surrounds an existing wetland area. Planting has been carried out at this particular site for a number of years and is really becoming established.

The clubs are also involved in other events with Auckland Council rangers, like their annual ‘Muriwai Beach Clean Up’; another day that they have been heavily involved in for years.

There is also a proposal to initiate a summer project at Te Rau Puriri Regional Park.

The 4WD club’s coordinator for the planting day was Peter Vahry, who stated “Working with the Council Park Rangers over the years has been a pleasure and for newcomers to these annual events it is a surprise to see the growth of past plantings and how many plants it is possible to get into the ground by an enthusiastic group. This year there were again over fifty people involved and over 1500 plants planted out.”

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/505 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/465 Wed, 30 Nov 2016 08:14:17 GMT Friends of 42 Traverse Inc. http://www.friendsof42traverse.nz/index.html have been advised by DoC that the bollardsat the entrances to the 42 Traverse have been removed.  DoC have cautioned that the vegetation cut back work they had planned was not achieved due to poor weather. That means that the route will be scratchy in several areas.

The 42 Traverse is a 'special' place and the Friends of 42 Traverse and the NZFWDA  would like to keep it that way, so please take care and don't 'rip it up'. Only the main track is permitted for 4x4 use, so please stay on it.

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Friends of 42 Traverse Inc. http://www.friendsof42traverse.nz/index.html have been advised by DoC that the bollardsat the entrances to the 42 Traverse have been removed.  DoC have cautioned that the vegetation cut back work they had planned was not achieved due to poor weather. That means that the route will be scratchy in several areas.

The 42 Traverse is a 'special' place and the Friends of 42 Traverse and the NZFWDA  would like to keep it that way, so please take care and don't 'rip it up'. Only the main track is permitted for 4x4 use, so please stay on it.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/465 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/463 Sat, 12 Nov 2016 09:09:46 GMT The Department of Conservation is developing a five-year Recreation Strategy for the Conservation Park.

  The strategy will ensure the Kaimai Forest Park is managed in agreement with the joint priorities of iwi, recreation users, local community and DOC. The plan will also inform the upcoming Conservation Management Strategy (CMS) review in 2017.

  We are undertaking this survey as part of the consultation for the Kaimai-Mamaku Recreation Strategy. The survey link is provided below.

http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3114866/Kaimai-Mamaku-Recreation-Strategy-Survey

In it we are asking recreational user groups and other groups, organisations and businesses with an interest in recreational use of the park about:
 

·         your involvement with the area and its uses for recreation and tourism;

·         what the area means to you, what makes it special;

·         the activities you have undertaken there (or would like to);

·         the key sites or areas of the park for you;

·         any potential opportunities for enhancing the recreational opportunities available there.

We are keen to get your initial input through this survey consultation. We don't want to limit your responses, so most questions are general in nature and allow for open-ended responses.

If you have any questions about the overall project please contact Craig Summers at the Department of Conservation, Tauranga csummers@doc.govt.nz .  If you have any questions about doing this survey or want to discuss any of the questions please contact Gordon Cessford gordon@visitorsolutions.net

 


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The Department of Conservation is developing a five-year Recreation Strategy for the Conservation Park.

  The strategy will ensure the Kaimai Forest Park is managed in agreement with the joint priorities of iwi, recreation users, local community and DOC. The plan will also inform the upcoming Conservation Management Strategy (CMS) review in 2017.

  We are undertaking this survey as part of the consultation for the Kaimai-Mamaku Recreation Strategy. The survey link is provided below.

http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3114866/Kaimai-Mamaku-Recreation-Strategy-Survey

In it we are asking recreational user groups and other groups, organisations and businesses with an interest in recreational use of the park about:
 

·         your involvement with the area and its uses for recreation and tourism;

·         what the area means to you, what makes it special;

·         the activities you have undertaken there (or would like to);

·         the key sites or areas of the park for you;

·         any potential opportunities for enhancing the recreational opportunities available there.

We are keen to get your initial input through this survey consultation. We don't want to limit your responses, so most questions are general in nature and allow for open-ended responses.

If you have any questions about the overall project please contact Craig Summers at the Department of Conservation, Tauranga csummers@doc.govt.nz .  If you have any questions about doing this survey or want to discuss any of the questions please contact Gordon Cessford gordon@visitorsolutions.net

 


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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/463 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/460 Tue, 30 Aug 2016 09:03:24 GMT https://issuu.com/ufwda/docs/ufwda_voice_august_16

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/460 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/433 Wed, 11 May 2016 08:44:13 GMT  

Check out the free UFWDA 'Voice' magazine online at https://issuu.com/ufwda/docs/ufwda_voice_april_16

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/433 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/427 Fri, 05 Feb 2016 08:01:26 GMT Clubs and associations are asked to gather information on standard vehicle suspension arm, panhard rod and steering arm angles to be assessed to see if there can be a simple maximum angle that can be used as a guide for suspension and steering requirements.

 

Information required would be

Vehicle Year, Make and Model, Chassis prefix, Front Suspension arm angle, Rear suspension arm angle, Front Panhard angle, Rear Panhard angle and Steering drag link angles.

 

A form is attached to fill out, with a guide to where to measure. The forms should be returned to LVVTA to the attention of Ken McAdam.

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Clubs and associations are asked to gather information on standard vehicle suspension arm, panhard rod and steering arm angles to be assessed to see if there can be a simple maximum angle that can be used as a guide for suspension and steering requirements.

 

Information required would be

Vehicle Year, Make and Model, Chassis prefix, Front Suspension arm angle, Rear suspension arm angle, Front Panhard angle, Rear Panhard angle and Steering drag link angles.

 

A form is attached to fill out, with a guide to where to measure. The forms should be returned to LVVTA to the attention of Ken McAdam.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/427 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/424 Thu, 14 Jan 2016 02:54:42 GMT http://issuu.com/ufwda/docs/ufwda_voice_dec_15/1?e=12132147/32515367

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/424 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/420 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 07:45:44 GMT Nominations close on Monday 11 January 2016 at 5 pm.

Any organisation or individual can nominate you for a board. Ensure the nominator signs your nomination form.

Experience working on a committee or board would be useful and an active interest in conservation issues is strongly recommended.

http://www.doc.govt.nz/about-us/statutory-and-advisory-bodies/conservation-boards/

 

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Nominations close on Monday 11 January 2016 at 5 pm.

Any organisation or individual can nominate you for a board. Ensure the nominator signs your nomination form.

Experience working on a committee or board would be useful and an active interest in conservation issues is strongly recommended.

http://www.doc.govt.nz/about-us/statutory-and-advisory-bodies/conservation-boards/

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/420 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/396 Sat, 30 May 2015 10:23:27 GMT http://www.lvvta.org.nz/documents/newsletters_pub/LVVTA_Newsletter_2015_Jan-April.pdf

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/396 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/387 Mon, 22 Dec 2014 02:36:05 GMT After various submissions by PANZ etc., all the ULR’s bisecting the Poplars Station have now all been properly surveyed and pegged, giving the public their rightful access to this outstanding landscape, fishing, hunting, horse riding etc. All the Section 24 Marginal Strips have also been marked on the new title documents as well.

The public now has direct access from State Highway 7 to the Hope Riverbed by the cattle yards; this access did not exist before Tenure Review.  Please respect the environment and Tread Lightly!

http://panz.kiwi.nz/latest-news/

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After various submissions by PANZ etc., all the ULR’s bisecting the Poplars Station have now all been properly surveyed and pegged, giving the public their rightful access to this outstanding landscape, fishing, hunting, horse riding etc. All the Section 24 Marginal Strips have also been marked on the new title documents as well.

The public now has direct access from State Highway 7 to the Hope Riverbed by the cattle yards; this access did not exist before Tenure Review.  Please respect the environment and Tread Lightly!

http://panz.kiwi.nz/latest-news/

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/387 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/379 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 02:35:11 GMT

The Northland and Waikato CMSs have been approved and can be viewed here:

• Northland Conservation Management Strategy
• Waikato Conservation Management Strategy

The New Zealand Conservation Authority approved the Auckland CMS at its October 2014 meeting. The CMS will become operative on 17 November 2014 and will be available on this website.

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The Northland and Waikato CMSs have been approved and can be viewed here:

• Northland Conservation Management Strategy
• Waikato Conservation Management Strategy

The New Zealand Conservation Authority approved the Auckland CMS at its October 2014 meeting. The CMS will become operative on 17 November 2014 and will be available on this website.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/379 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/372 Tue, 23 Sep 2014 09:14:05 GMT You can access a free copy from www.ufwda.org 

Click on the cover photo on the right hand side of the UFWDA webpage.

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You can access a free copy from www.ufwda.org 

Click on the cover photo on the right hand side of the UFWDA webpage.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/372 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/359 Fri, 20 Jun 2014 05:25:26 GMT Kaitaia 4WD club are aiming to improve the image of recreational four wheel drivers by joining forces with the Department of Conservation, the local community and iwi to protect these valuable midden sites along the west coast south of Ninety Mile beach.

The club is a member of the New Zealand 4WD Association and club members believe that it's possible to enjoy the sport without trashing the environment.

Tauroa is their playground and they want to be involved in looking after it.

 To view the full DoC article on their website..... http://www.doc.govt.nz/getting-involved/volunteer/groups/northland/kaitaia-4wd-club/

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Kaitaia 4WD club are aiming to improve the image of recreational four wheel drivers by joining forces with the Department of Conservation, the local community and iwi to protect these valuable midden sites along the west coast south of Ninety Mile beach.

The club is a member of the New Zealand 4WD Association and club members believe that it's possible to enjoy the sport without trashing the environment.

Tauroa is their playground and they want to be involved in looking after it.

 To view the full DoC article on their website..... http://www.doc.govt.nz/getting-involved/volunteer/groups/northland/kaitaia-4wd-club/

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/359 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/358 Wed, 18 Jun 2014 07:45:42 GMT A Wanganui teenager who won a national award said she was "humbled" by it.

"I didn't know what to say," said Year 12 Wanganui Girls' College student Renee Harrison.

Renee was handed the Outstanding Young Person of the Year award from the New Zealand Four Wheel Drive Association this month for her involvement in the sport.

"Renee has taken an interest in the sport since day one at the age of 10," father Grant Harrison said.

"The Wanganui club hosted round three of the 2014 trial series and Renee spent considerable time putting together a 10-minute promotional video which was posted on Facebook, in our business, and also at the local mall where we had Hamish Auret's new truck on display.

"She also spent about three hours per day with the truck for the eight days it was on display promoting the trial and handed out over 700 flyers for the event."

 

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A Wanganui teenager who won a national award said she was "humbled" by it.

"I didn't know what to say," said Year 12 Wanganui Girls' College student Renee Harrison.

Renee was handed the Outstanding Young Person of the Year award from the New Zealand Four Wheel Drive Association this month for her involvement in the sport.

"Renee has taken an interest in the sport since day one at the age of 10," father Grant Harrison said.

"The Wanganui club hosted round three of the 2014 trial series and Renee spent considerable time putting together a 10-minute promotional video which was posted on Facebook, in our business, and also at the local mall where we had Hamish Auret's new truck on display.

"She also spent about three hours per day with the truck for the eight days it was on display promoting the trial and handed out over 700 flyers for the event."

 

Read the full news article

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/358 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/240 Thu, 05 May 2011 01:58:03 GMT  

The CMS review process will include two stages of consultation.  The first being pre-draft consultation, which is when we gather and discuss information and ideas which are used to prepare the draft CMS. This will take place between April and the middle of July 2011.  The second opportunity will be the formal submission stage where the draft CMS is publicly notified and this is planned to take place during February-March 2012.

  http://www.doc.govt.nz/getting-involved/consultations/current/auckland-cms-consultation/get-involved/

We will do our best to keep you informed and advised on what's going on during this process.

 

On our website www.doc.govt.nz/aucklandcms you will find information about the Auckland CMS review including how you can have your say about the places, conservation and recreation values that matter to you.

This process will be the same as Northland's, check out that on this NZFWDA website too

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The CMS review process will include two stages of consultation.  The first being pre-draft consultation, which is when we gather and discuss information and ideas which are used to prepare the draft CMS. This will take place between April and the middle of July 2011.  The second opportunity will be the formal submission stage where the draft CMS is publicly notified and this is planned to take place during February-March 2012.

  http://www.doc.govt.nz/getting-involved/consultations/current/auckland-cms-consultation/get-involved/

We will do our best to keep you informed and advised on what's going on during this process.

 

On our website www.doc.govt.nz/aucklandcms you will find information about the Auckland CMS review including how you can have your say about the places, conservation and recreation values that matter to you.

This process will be the same as Northland's, check out that on this NZFWDA website too

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/240 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/229 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:23:03 GMT Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

 

There is a Bill in Parliament concerning a serious unformed legal roads (ULR) issue.

 

 There are several aspects of the Bill which give concern. A specific bylaw making power to address vehicular use of unformed legal roads has been included in the Land Transport (Road Safety and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (213-2) (14 December 2010) before Parliament as at January 2011

 

www.parliament.nz/en-NZ/PB/SC/Documents/Reports/9/9/a/49DBSCH_SCR4954_1-Land-Transport-Road-Safety-and-Other-Matters-Amendment.htm

Timing

There is a timing issue: the Bill was reported back from select committee on 14 December 2010 with minimal notification and Ministry of Transport (MoT) say that they expect the Bill to be considered and pass the remaining stages quite soon (Feb/March). If changes are to be made then there is an opportunity when the Bill is considered at the committee stage through a supplementary order paper.   

The issue

This (and the previous government) approved legislation to empower territorial authorities to make bylaws restricting the use of motor vehicles on unformed legal roads for the purposes specified in paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) of the Bill.  The drafting of that clause correctly reflects that policy.  The paragraphs reflect accurately the government decision and there’s not a major problem with that. The paragraphs make it clear that local authorities can restrict access on ULR for environmental and safety reasons.

Concerns

There are, however, some concerns about the way the decision is given effect to in the Bill:

·         Paragraph (zk) of clause 10 provides for a very generalised bylaw making power which, as drafted, could be argued to extend the bylaw making power in respect of unformed legal roads  beyond that intended by government policy.  For example, a local authority could restrict all use of ULR in its area by means of a bylaw. It was definitely not the policy to extend the powers of territorial authorities to restrict pedestrian, cycle or horseback use of unformed legal roads beyond the restrictions currently provided for in the Local Government Act 1974.

·         It is possible that the wording of s 22AB (2) (a) and (b) of the Land Transport Act 1998 “to all roads” and “to all vehicles” in each of these provisions arguably extend the scope of the bylaws that may be made under paragraph (g) in a way that was never intended or anticipated. The intention is that the purpose of these bylaws should be addressed in respect of a particular unformed legal road, not to the set of roads that come within the jurisdiction of a territorial authority. A bylaw of this scope to control unformed legal roads in this way was never contemplated.

A concern is that the purpose and intent of the originally agreed change (para (g) is potentially undermined in two ways:

• By the potential for the power to apply to all or any set of ULR in a council area rather than a particular set of named or specified roads (as is presently required); and

·         The “catch-all” nature of paragraph (zk)  of clause 10 risks extending the potential to make bylaws in respect of unformed legal roads that could restrict their public use more than was intended by the approved policies.

In essence, the issue is the potential for the “law of unintended consequences” to arise due to the relationship between paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) and general power in paragraph (zk).  

The Minister of Transport can disallow bylaws that are considered to be “onerous”.

Solutions

There are possible solutions which retain the intent of paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) while constraining any broad application of paragraph (zk)  of clause 10. For example:

-          Add a proviso to paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) that any or part of any ULR contained in such a bylaw must be named specifically together with the reasons and time of restriction;

-          Add a proviso to paragraph (zk)  of clause 10 to the effect that no bylaw may hinder the right of the public to pass and repass on foot on any ULR and that any or part of any ULR contained in such a bylaw must be named specifically together with the reasons and time of restriction.

The wording of these changes would require fine-tuning.

There is also a recommendation made " that road controlling authorities should be able in certain circumstances (such as declaring part of a road as a bus lane) to use a council resolution, instead of having to amend a bylaw, a process requiring a special consultative process"

There is considerable potential for abuse of that process with the public losing an opportunity for involvement in the decision.

At this stage only writing to the Minister of Transport along the lines described above can possibly change this dubious law change.

 Contact details

Hon Steven Joyce

Minister of Transport

Parliament Office
Private Bag 18888
Parliament Buildings
Wellington 6160

Email contact s.joyce@ministers.govt.nz

Phone: (04)817 6813 Fax: (04)817 6513

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There is a Bill in Parliament concerning a serious unformed legal roads (ULR) issue.

 

 There are several aspects of the Bill which give concern. A specific bylaw making power to address vehicular use of unformed legal roads has been included in the Land Transport (Road Safety and Other Matters) Amendment Bill (213-2) (14 December 2010) before Parliament as at January 2011

 

www.parliament.nz/en-NZ/PB/SC/Documents/Reports/9/9/a/49DBSCH_SCR4954_1-Land-Transport-Road-Safety-and-Other-Matters-Amendment.htm

Timing

There is a timing issue: the Bill was reported back from select committee on 14 December 2010 with minimal notification and Ministry of Transport (MoT) say that they expect the Bill to be considered and pass the remaining stages quite soon (Feb/March). If changes are to be made then there is an opportunity when the Bill is considered at the committee stage through a supplementary order paper.   

The issue

This (and the previous government) approved legislation to empower territorial authorities to make bylaws restricting the use of motor vehicles on unformed legal roads for the purposes specified in paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) of the Bill.  The drafting of that clause correctly reflects that policy.  The paragraphs reflect accurately the government decision and there’s not a major problem with that. The paragraphs make it clear that local authorities can restrict access on ULR for environmental and safety reasons.

Concerns

There are, however, some concerns about the way the decision is given effect to in the Bill:

·         Paragraph (zk) of clause 10 provides for a very generalised bylaw making power which, as drafted, could be argued to extend the bylaw making power in respect of unformed legal roads  beyond that intended by government policy.  For example, a local authority could restrict all use of ULR in its area by means of a bylaw. It was definitely not the policy to extend the powers of territorial authorities to restrict pedestrian, cycle or horseback use of unformed legal roads beyond the restrictions currently provided for in the Local Government Act 1974.

·         It is possible that the wording of s 22AB (2) (a) and (b) of the Land Transport Act 1998 “to all roads” and “to all vehicles” in each of these provisions arguably extend the scope of the bylaws that may be made under paragraph (g) in a way that was never intended or anticipated. The intention is that the purpose of these bylaws should be addressed in respect of a particular unformed legal road, not to the set of roads that come within the jurisdiction of a territorial authority. A bylaw of this scope to control unformed legal roads in this way was never contemplated.

A concern is that the purpose and intent of the originally agreed change (para (g) is potentially undermined in two ways:

• By the potential for the power to apply to all or any set of ULR in a council area rather than a particular set of named or specified roads (as is presently required); and

·         The “catch-all” nature of paragraph (zk)  of clause 10 risks extending the potential to make bylaws in respect of unformed legal roads that could restrict their public use more than was intended by the approved policies.

In essence, the issue is the potential for the “law of unintended consequences” to arise due to the relationship between paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) and general power in paragraph (zk).  

The Minister of Transport can disallow bylaws that are considered to be “onerous”.

Solutions

There are possible solutions which retain the intent of paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) while constraining any broad application of paragraph (zk)  of clause 10. For example:

-          Add a proviso to paragraph (g) in clause 10 (1) that any or part of any ULR contained in such a bylaw must be named specifically together with the reasons and time of restriction;

-          Add a proviso to paragraph (zk)  of clause 10 to the effect that no bylaw may hinder the right of the public to pass and repass on foot on any ULR and that any or part of any ULR contained in such a bylaw must be named specifically together with the reasons and time of restriction.

The wording of these changes would require fine-tuning.

There is also a recommendation made " that road controlling authorities should be able in certain circumstances (such as declaring part of a road as a bus lane) to use a council resolution, instead of having to amend a bylaw, a process requiring a special consultative process"

There is considerable potential for abuse of that process with the public losing an opportunity for involvement in the decision.

At this stage only writing to the Minister of Transport along the lines described above can possibly change this dubious law change.

 Contact details

Hon Steven Joyce

Minister of Transport

Parliament Office
Private Bag 18888
Parliament Buildings
Wellington 6160

Email contact s.joyce@ministers.govt.nz

Phone: (04)817 6813 Fax: (04)817 6513

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/229 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/216 Thu, 23 Dec 2010 04:22:44 GMT http://www.wams.org.nz/

WAC have spent several months developing a powerful mapping tool for New Zealand land owners and the recreational community, to identify and update information about walking access throughout the country. 

They will continue to review your feedback to pick up ideas for future enhancements and focus on improving the accuracy of the data prior to the final release early 2011. Feel free to continue sending feedback for improvements as new ideas arise to chris.fawdray@walkingaccess.govt.nz. All data issues and access related enquiries should be entered via the WAMS enquiry form.


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WAC have spent several months developing a powerful mapping tool for New Zealand land owners and the recreational community, to identify and update information about walking access throughout the country. 

They will continue to review your feedback to pick up ideas for future enhancements and focus on improving the accuracy of the data prior to the final release early 2011. Feel free to continue sending feedback for improvements as new ideas arise to chris.fawdray@walkingaccess.govt.nz. All data issues and access related enquiries should be entered via the WAMS enquiry form.


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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/216 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/212 Tue, 07 Dec 2010 04:22:35 GMT Boundary changes from the Lower North Island Review are now in effect
Most significant of the changes is the formation of the new Tongariro Whanganui Taranaki (TWT) Conservancy, which is an amalgamation of the former Tongariro Taupo and Whanganui Conservancies.
Damian Coutts will become the Conservator for the TWT Conservancy on 1 July 2011.  Until that time Paul Green is the Conservator.  Damian is currently seconded to work on a number of national projects. TWT Conservancy staff are operating out of two office locations – Turangi and Whanganui.
Other changes include:
Palmerston North Area  ( Jason Roxburgh ) is now Manawatu Rangitikei Area and its boundary has moved so it is part of the Wellington Hawke's Bay Conservancy.
Taupo Fishery and Turangi/Taupo Areas ( Dave Lumley) have amalgamated to become Taupo-nui-a-Tia Area with the Area Office located in Turanga Place, Turangi.
Poneke and Kapiti Areas  Rob Stone) have amalgamated to become Kapiti Wellington Area with the Area Office located in Thorndon Quay, Wellington.
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Boundary changes from the Lower North Island Review are now in effect
Most significant of the changes is the formation of the new Tongariro Whanganui Taranaki (TWT) Conservancy, which is an amalgamation of the former Tongariro Taupo and Whanganui Conservancies.
Damian Coutts will become the Conservator for the TWT Conservancy on 1 July 2011.  Until that time Paul Green is the Conservator.  Damian is currently seconded to work on a number of national projects. TWT Conservancy staff are operating out of two office locations – Turangi and Whanganui.
Other changes include:
Palmerston North Area  ( Jason Roxburgh ) is now Manawatu Rangitikei Area and its boundary has moved so it is part of the Wellington Hawke's Bay Conservancy.
Taupo Fishery and Turangi/Taupo Areas ( Dave Lumley) have amalgamated to become Taupo-nui-a-Tia Area with the Area Office located in Turanga Place, Turangi.
Poneke and Kapiti Areas  Rob Stone) have amalgamated to become Kapiti Wellington Area with the Area Office located in Thorndon Quay, Wellington.
Whanganui Area Nic Peet          Taranaki Area Phil Mohi



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This link will take you to all the monthly newsletters to date.

 To get on the mailing list, simply use the 'subscribe' tab at the top right of this page

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 To get on the mailing list, simply use the 'subscribe' tab at the top right of this page

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/211 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/207 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 02:36:03 GMT www.doc.govt.nz/about-doc/news/media-releases/4wd-weekends-coming-up-in-clarence-reserve/

 

Five 4WD weekends are scheduled up until the end of February with the first due to take place on Marlborough Anniversary weekend, Saturday 30 October through to Monday 1 November.

Other 4WD weekends are scheduled for 26 November to 28 November 2010, and 7 January to 9 January 2011; 28 January to 30 January 2011; 25 February to 27 February 2011, road and weather conditions permitting. Gates open from 8am to 5pm each day.

 

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Five 4WD weekends are scheduled up until the end of February with the first due to take place on Marlborough Anniversary weekend, Saturday 30 October through to Monday 1 November.

Other 4WD weekends are scheduled for 26 November to 28 November 2010, and 7 January to 9 January 2011; 28 January to 30 January 2011; 25 February to 27 February 2011, road and weather conditions permitting. Gates open from 8am to 5pm each day.

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/207 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/206 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 04:43:46 GMT http://breakingviewsnz.blogspot.com/2010/10/david-round-truth-about-free-beach.html

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/206 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/196 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:30:00 GMT
Public submissions are being invited on this bill. The closing date for submissions is Friday,
19 November 2010.
The committee intends to travel widely to hear submissions on the bill, to locations including
Invercargill, Christchurch, Blenheim, Wellington, Bay of Plenty, Hamilton, Auckland and
Whangarei. “This is an issue that a lot of New Zealanders feel strongly about. We want to
hear from all people who have an interest in the foreshore and seabed of New Zealand” said
Hon Tau Henare, Chairperson of the Māori Affairs Select Committee.
The bill aims to reform the law relating to ownership of the foreshore and seabed following a
review of the Foreshore and Seabed Act 2004 which was completed in June 2009. The bill
defines a “common marine and coastal area” which means the marine and coastal area other
than specified freehold land (land already in private ownership) and conservation areas and
reserves and "the bed of Te Whaanga Lagoon in the Chatham Islands" and provides that
"neither the Crown nor any other person owns, or is capable of owning, the common marine
and coastal area”. The bill aims to give legal recognition, protection and expression to the
customary interests of Māori over the common marine and coastal area. The bill details
various public rights and powers over this area, such as public rights of access, navigation and
fishing.
A copy of the bill can be purchased at any Bennetts Government Bookshop or viewed online
at www.legislation.govt.nz
Submissions should be forwarded by the due date, either online using our website
(www.parliament.nz) or in writing to the address below. If a submitter wishes to appear
before the committee, they need to state this clearly and provide a name, daytime phone
number and email address. Submissions generally become public and are published on our
website. For further guidance on making a submission, read our publication Making a
submission to a Parliamentary Select Committee on our website or contact us at
 04 817 9520.
Address for correspondence: Māori Affairs Committee, Parliament Buildings,
WELLINGTON 6160.
For more information contact:
Hon Tau Henare (Chairperson)
Māori Affairs Committee
 (04) 817 6934
OR
Suze Jones (Clerk of the Committee)
 (04) 817 9506

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Public submissions are being invited on this bill. The closing date for submissions is Friday,
19 November 2010.
The committee intends to travel widely to hear submissions on the bill, to locations including
Invercargill, Christchurch, Blenheim, Wellington, Bay of Plenty, Hamilton, Auckland and
Whangarei. “This is an issue that a lot of New Zealanders feel strongly about. We want to
hear from all people who have an interest in the foreshore and seabed of New Zealand” said
Hon Tau Henare, Chairperson of the Māori Affairs Select Committee.
The bill aims to reform the law relating to ownership of the foreshore and seabed following a
review of the Foreshore and Seabed Act 2004 which was completed in June 2009. The bill
defines a “common marine and coastal area” which means the marine and coastal area other
than specified freehold land (land already in private ownership) and conservation areas and
reserves and "the bed of Te Whaanga Lagoon in the Chatham Islands" and provides that
"neither the Crown nor any other person owns, or is capable of owning, the common marine
and coastal area”. The bill aims to give legal recognition, protection and expression to the
customary interests of Māori over the common marine and coastal area. The bill details
various public rights and powers over this area, such as public rights of access, navigation and
fishing.
A copy of the bill can be purchased at any Bennetts Government Bookshop or viewed online
at www.legislation.govt.nz
Submissions should be forwarded by the due date, either online using our website
(www.parliament.nz) or in writing to the address below. If a submitter wishes to appear
before the committee, they need to state this clearly and provide a name, daytime phone
number and email address. Submissions generally become public and are published on our
website. For further guidance on making a submission, read our publication Making a
submission to a Parliamentary Select Committee on our website or contact us at
 04 817 9520.

Address for correspondence: Māori Affairs Committee, Parliament Buildings,
WELLINGTON 6160.
For more information contact:
Hon Tau Henare (Chairperson)
Māori Affairs Committee
 (04) 817 6934
OR
Suze Jones (Clerk of the Committee)
 (04) 817 9506

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/196 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/204 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:27:38 GMT Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

Do you know that the National government intends removing Crown ownership from the foreshore and seabed by the end of summer? This is effectively taking your property. It is virtually the giving away of a priceless public asset. The reason is simply politics and power. To retain its power base the National Government has agreed in return for Maori Party support in Parliament, to repeal the 2004 Foreshore and Seabed Act. That 2004 Act re-affirmed the Crown ownership that had been in place since 1840. The foreshore and seabed has been, and is at present, there for every New Zealander to use, enjoy and be responsible for.

 

Read the comments of Dr Hugh Barr and then write your own comments to the Select Committee to reach them before 19 November 2010

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Do you know that the National government intends removing Crown ownership from the foreshore and seabed by the end of summer? This is effectively taking your property. It is virtually the giving away of a priceless public asset. The reason is simply politics and power. To retain its power base the National Government has agreed in return for Maori Party support in Parliament, to repeal the 2004 Foreshore and Seabed Act. That 2004 Act re-affirmed the Crown ownership that had been in place since 1840. The foreshore and seabed has been, and is at present, there for every New Zealander to use, enjoy and be responsible for.

 

Read the comments of Dr Hugh Barr and then write your own comments to the Select Committee to reach them before 19 November 2010

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/204 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/187 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 04:58:14 GMT www.doc.govt.nz/publications/about-doc/role/policies-and-plans/conservation-management-strategies/west-coast/

The main document is a large PDF file but it is available as individual sections too.

 

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The main document is a large PDF file but it is available as individual sections too.

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/187 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/182 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 01:55:10 GMT www.walkingaccess.org.nz/store/doc/Code.final30June.pdf

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/182 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/174 Mon, 31 May 2010 07:55:06 GMT I understand from your website that the NZFWDA have adopted the Sports Anti-Doping Rules as your anti-doping policy.  Therefore, the Sports Tribunal will also likely decide any anti-doping matters that arise within your sport.   As there are no specific disputes or matters that are ready to be referred or appealed  to the Tribunal at this stage, I don’t think there is anything more that you need to do from the Tribunal’s point of view.  If you have any further questions, please let me know. 

Information and resources (including the Information Guide to the Sports Tribunal and the Rules of the Sports Tribunal) about the Tribunal are available from our website at www.sportstribunal.org.nz. 

 Brent Ellis

Registrar

Sports Tribunal of New Zealand 

ph:  0800 55 66 80

fax:  0800 55 66 81

mobile:  021 228 5742

e-mail:  info@sportstribunal.org.nz

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Information and resources (including the Information Guide to the Sports Tribunal and the Rules of the Sports Tribunal) about the Tribunal are available from our website at www.sportstribunal.org.nz. 

 Brent Ellis

Registrar

Sports Tribunal of New Zealand 

ph:  0800 55 66 80

fax:  0800 55 66 81

mobile:  021 228 5742

e-mail:  info@sportstribunal.org.nz

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/174 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/173 Sun, 23 May 2010 09:32:57 GMT The NZFWDA annual general meeting voted in favour of aligning with Drug Free Sport NZ with 29 for and 5 against the proposal....
1. The Sports Anti-Doping Rules made by Drug Free Sport New Zealand (DFS) under the
provisions of the Sports Anti-Doping Act 2006, and as amended from time to time by
DFS, will become New Zealand Four Wheel Drive Associations Anti-Doping Rules from 1
June 2010 and will replace all other anti-doping rules of the Associations and its
member clubs.
2. All persons driving, or otherwise having any control over any vehicle or
equipment attached to that vehicle during any New Zealand Four Wheel
Drive Association event, be it competition or otherwise, shall be subjected to the same
DFSNZ rules as athletes in competition.
3. All marshals, scorers and officials at any New Zealand Four Wheel Drive Association
event, be it competition or otherwise, shall be subjected to the same DFSNZ rules as
athletes in competition.
4. As a condition of membership, all members of the New Zealand Four Wheel Drive
Association are required to comply with the Sports Anti-Doping Rules.

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The NZFWDA annual general meeting voted in favour of aligning with Drug Free Sport NZ with 29 for and 5 against the proposal....

1. The Sports Anti-Doping Rules made by Drug Free Sport New Zealand (DFS) under the
provisions of the Sports Anti-Doping Act 2006, and as amended from time to time by
DFS, will become New Zealand Four Wheel Drive Associations Anti-Doping Rules from 1
June 2010 and will replace all other anti-doping rules of the Associations and its
member clubs.
2. All persons driving, or otherwise having any control over any vehicle or
equipment attached to that vehicle during any New Zealand Four Wheel
Drive Association event, be it competition or otherwise, shall be subjected to the same
DFSNZ rules as athletes in competition.
3. All marshals, scorers and officials at any New Zealand Four Wheel Drive Association
event, be it competition or otherwise, shall be subjected to the same DFSNZ rules as
athletes in competition.
4. As a condition of membership, all members of the New Zealand Four Wheel Drive
Association are required to comply with the Sports Anti-Doping Rules.

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]]> The 2010 winner of the McMinn Trophy for contribution to four wheeling in New Zealand, is Gail Osman from Wanganui. Gail has been a stalwart behind the National Trials competitions, as well as handling the Central zone public relations role.  An initiative of Gail's has been the 'online' membership database program that is due to go 'live' for the NZFWDA during May.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/172 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/168 Tue, 11 May 2010 10:31:15 GMT Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4

Dear Club Secretary,

Are you looking for ideas for your next trip?

 Interislander offers special group rates, flexible payment options and easy group check in for groups of 10 people or more. If you are taking equipment, have specific needs or take multiple trips per year, our friendly staff can tailor a package to meet your particular travel requirements.

Make a group booking for travel with Interislander any time from now until 30 November 2010 and we will give you a free Interislander family pass (approximate value $500). This voucher* will be valid for a year and makes a great prize for any raffles and fund raisers you may have coming up to fund your trip.

  Interislander operates three ships, the Kaitaki, Arahura and Aratere with up to 11 sailings a day, so you have a wide choice of travel times.

  Once onboard there is plenty to see and do - enjoy a meal together, relax at the bar or simply take in the breathtaking scenery. Kaitaki Plus, our luxury lounge onboard Kaitaki is another great option for groups.

  For more information, a quote or to book your Interislander journey, please contact our groups booking team on 0800 878 898 or email groups@interislander.co.nz

Regards,

Gavin Rutherford

Sales & Marketing Manager

* voucher excludes travel 16 December - 25 January, Easter & Labour Weekend

 

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Dear Club Secretary,

Are you looking for ideas for your next trip?

 Interislander offers special group rates, flexible payment options and easy group check in for groups of 10 people or more. If you are taking equipment, have specific needs or take multiple trips per year, our friendly staff can tailor a package to meet your particular travel requirements.

Make a group booking for travel with Interislander any time from now until 30 November 2010 and we will give you a free Interislander family pass (approximate value $500). This voucher* will be valid for a year and makes a great prize for any raffles and fund raisers you may have coming up to fund your trip.

  Interislander operates three ships, the Kaitaki, Arahura and Aratere with up to 11 sailings a day, so you have a wide choice of travel times.

  Once onboard there is plenty to see and do - enjoy a meal together, relax at the bar or simply take in the breathtaking scenery. Kaitaki Plus, our luxury lounge onboard Kaitaki is another great option for groups.

  For more information, a quote or to book your Interislander journey, please contact our groups booking team on 0800 878 898 or email groups@interislander.co.nz

Regards,

Gavin Rutherford

Sales & Marketing Manager

* voucher excludes travel 16 December - 25 January, Easter & Labour Weekend

 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/168 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/158 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:47:45 GMT The Walking Access Commission has signed a contract with Terralink International to map public access - walking and other - across New Zealand. It is a project that will break new ground technically and in its usefulness. The system is planned to be available on the web. Viewers will need to print off the maps/information they require.

An outline of the system can be downloaded 

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The Walking Access Commission has signed a contract with Terralink International to map public access - walking and other - across New Zealand. It is a project that will break new ground technically and in its usefulness. The system is planned to be available on the web. Viewers will need to print off the maps/information they require.

An outline of the system can be downloaded 

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/158 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/151 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 07:55:21 GMT Addressing a forum convened in Wanaka by the Walking Access Commission, Bruce Mason was given 10 minutes to address the issue of what are the appropriate mechanisms to honour the Commission's purpose of "achieving free, certain, enduring, and practical walking access to the outdoors." 


In a numerical ranking of different access mechanisms, public roads came out the winner, by a long mile. Whereas the Commission's preference for easements over private land, are next to worthless — they cannot be taken seriously for securing public access.


The address was in the form of a DVD movie prepared especially for the occasion. It was well received from the floor, including from farming representatives. I did however hear doubts from a couple of the Commission members — a case of seeing difficulties where none exist. It remains to be seen whether any changes occur to the Commission's National Strategy, and more importantly, in their outlook. 


You are invited to view this on YouTube, and to make up your own mind.


'Achieving Certain Access' is now on YouTube as two parts. You can access this by either:
www.youtube.com/user/recreationaccessnz


... Or via the RANZ website:
www.recreationaccess.org.nz


Ultimately, it will only be public pressure that will persuade the Commission to alter its approach.


How about letting the Commission know your views?
contact@walkingaccess.govt.nz


...as well as myself
bruce@recreationaccess.org.nz





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Addressing a forum convened in Wanaka by the Walking Access Commission, Bruce Mason was given 10 minutes to address the issue of what are the appropriate mechanisms to honour the Commission's purpose of "achieving free, certain, enduring, and practical walking access to the outdoors." 


In a numerical ranking of different access mechanisms, public roads came out the winner, by a long mile. Whereas the Commission's preference for easements over private land, are next to worthless — they cannot be taken seriously for securing public access.


The address was in the form of a DVD movie prepared especially for the occasion. It was well received from the floor, including from farming representatives. I did however hear doubts from a couple of the Commission members — a case of seeing difficulties where none exist. It remains to be seen whether any changes occur to the Commission's National Strategy, and more importantly, in their outlook. 


You are invited to view this on YouTube, and to make up your own mind.


'Achieving Certain Access' is now on YouTube as two parts. You can access this by either:
www.youtube.com/user/recreationaccessnz


... Or via the RANZ website:
www.recreationaccess.org.nz


Ultimately, it will only be public pressure that will persuade the Commission to alter its approach.


How about letting the Commission know your views?
contact@walkingaccess.govt.nz


...as well as myself
bruce@recreationaccess.org.nz





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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/151 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/145 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:59:56 GMT All going well there will be regular updates from RANZ on outdoor issues throughout 2010.

RANZ now has its own Channel on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/user/recreationaccessnz

Please bookmark the above and the RANZ web site for future reference
http://www.recreationaccess.org.nz

My first project for the new decade is a video rebuttal of the opinion of MAF, and their advisers, that it is not possible to create new unformed roads over private land. This is a critically important matter for all outdoor recreationists.

If the resultant official policy, that in future only easements over private land will be sought for public access rather than public roads, then the certainty of unhindered passage over roads could be replaced by much inferior privileges. Unformed roads are potentially most at risk – all 56,000 km of them – from extinguishment and realignment of access as easements.

Before Christmas I challenged the official position at a public meeting with representatives of the Walking Access Commission. They had no answers to my criticism, and showed no interest in my offer to brief the Commission's CEO on the findings of my research or in the papers I handed to him. So be warned – their policy line is well entrenched – their political masters will have to be persuaded to intervene. It appears that, these days,  unless you are a mining or other commercial plunderer of the outdoors, only noise and friction – lots of it – has any effect on the business of Government.

You and your recreational organisation must take an active interest in this issue and lobby Government, right up to PM level.
Ask the outnumbered recreation members of the Walking Access Commission what they are doing about it...
Brian Stephenson brian@bwstephenson.com
Brian is a barrister with extensive experience in employment law and dispute resolution. He is a past president of Federated Mountain Clubs of New Zealand.
Dr Kay Booth kay@lindis.co.nz
Kay is a tourism and recreation consultant with twenty years experience in parks and recreation research and planning. She has held executive positions with non-government conservation and recreation organisations.

The Bushey Park Road Saga is viewable on YouTube as a 10 min overview or as a 60 minute documentary (in nine parts). I can supply the hour doco as a DVD at $20 per disk (donations also appreciated).

Email orders and payment details: bruce@recreationaccess.org.nz
Please make cheques out to 'Recreation Access New Zealand'

 Bruce Mason

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All going well there will be regular updates from RANZ on outdoor issues throughout 2010.

RANZ now has its own Channel on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/user/recreationaccessnz

Please bookmark the above and the RANZ web site for future reference
http://www.recreationaccess.org.nz

My first project for the new decade is a video rebuttal of the opinion of MAF, and their advisers, that it is not possible to create new unformed roads over private land. This is a critically important matter for all outdoor recreationists.

If the resultant official policy, that in future only easements over private land will be sought for public access rather than public roads, then the certainty of unhindered passage over roads could be replaced by much inferior privileges. Unformed roads are potentially most at risk – all 56,000 km of them – from extinguishment and realignment of access as easements.

Before Christmas I challenged the official position at a public meeting with representatives of the Walking Access Commission. They had no answers to my criticism, and showed no interest in my offer to brief the Commission's CEO on the findings of my research or in the papers I handed to him. So be warned – their policy line is well entrenched – their political masters will have to be persuaded to intervene. It appears that, these days,  unless you are a mining or other commercial plunderer of the outdoors, only noise and friction – lots of it – has any effect on the business of Government.

You and your recreational organisation must take an active interest in this issue and lobby Government, right up to PM level.
Ask the outnumbered recreation members of the Walking Access Commission what they are doing about it...
Brian Stephenson brian@bwstephenson.com
Brian is a barrister with extensive experience in employment law and dispute resolution. He is a past president of Federated Mountain Clubs of New Zealand.
Dr Kay Booth kay@lindis.co.nz
Kay is a tourism and recreation consultant with twenty years experience in parks and recreation research and planning. She has held executive positions with non-government conservation and recreation organisations.

The Bushey Park Road Saga is viewable on YouTube as a 10 min overview or as a 60 minute documentary (in nine parts). I can supply the hour doco as a DVD at $20 per disk (donations also appreciated).

Email orders and payment details: bruce@recreationaccess.org.nz
Please make cheques out to 'Recreation Access New Zealand'

 Bruce Mason

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/145 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/140 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:24:48 GMT On January 16th, the web server crashed and in the process corrupted the database which stored a large amount of our web site's content. Unfortunately we were unable to recover any data from the corrupted files.

Although it was largely the fault of our web hosting provider, we will be taking extra precautions ourselves by keeping our own database backups so to prevent such a huge loss should the same situation repeat itself.

We have begun to rebuild the sites content and bring things back up to date. If you notice any content that is in-correct and you have the updated information, please get in contact with us.

I apologise for the inconvenience this has caused and thank you for your paitence.

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On January 16th, the web server crashed and in the process corrupted the database which stored a large amount of our web site's content. Unfortunately we were unable to recover any data from the corrupted files.

Although it was largely the fault of our web hosting provider, we will be taking extra precautions ourselves by keeping our own database backups so to prevent such a huge loss should the same situation repeat itself.

We have begun to rebuild the sites content and bring things back up to date. If you notice any content that is in-correct and you have the updated information, please get in contact with us.

I apologise for the inconvenience this has caused and thank you for your paitence.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/140 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/22 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 06:38:21 GMT The NZFWDA have assembled an online survey to try to get a picture of what four wheelers prefer to do with their vehicles. If we are going to be suggesting to DOC and others what they should be planning for, then we should be using solid data from a wide spectrum of 4x4 users.

It's not a long survey and unless you decide to provide your email address there is no other identification of responses.

Please take part as the numbers are important.

This survey will close on 21 May 2008

Click here to take the survey now

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The NZFWDA have assembled an online survey to try to get a picture of what four wheelers prefer to do with their vehicles. If we are going to be suggesting to DOC and others what they should be planning for, then we should be using solid data from a wide spectrum of 4x4 users.

It's not a long survey and unless you decide to provide your email address there is no other identification of responses.

Please take part as the numbers are important.

This survey will close on 21 May 2008

Click here to take the survey now

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/22 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/15 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 05:28:54 GMT The official report on the testing for methods of cleaning off Didymo to prevent its spread. It is fairly technical.

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]]> The official report on the testing for methods of cleaning off Didymo to prevent its spread. It is fairly technical.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/15 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/13 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 05:21:10 GMT
The NZ Institute of Chartered Accountants has launched a "not-for-profit" section on its web site www.nzica.com that can be found under the publications and resources tab.

SPARC also has a resource kit on www.sparc.govt.nz/sport/running-your-club

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]]> It's not getting any easier running clubs and complying with various requirements.

The NZ Institute of Chartered Accountants has launched a "not-for-profit" section on its web site www.nzica.com that can be found under the publications and resources tab.

SPARC also has a resource kit on www.sparc.govt.nz/sport/running-your-club

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/13 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/17 Thu, 07 Dec 2006 05:33:05 GMT
Biosecurity NZ have some suggestions on their web site at the following URL:
http://www.biosecurity.govt.nz/pest-and-disease-response/pests-and-diseases-watchlist/didymo-cleaning-methods#vehicles

The least corrosive solution would appear to be the dishwashing liquid solution that could be applied to all areas that have been in contact with water (including splashing) using a spray pump to cover all areas and places such as chassis members.

The 4x4 community don't want to be blamed for the introduction of Didymo to any waterway in either island.

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]]> A reminder to those four wheeling that there is a risk of transporting Didymo between waterways. Vehicles such as a 4x4 have many places that microscopic Didymo could be trapped and transferred to another waterway.

Biosecurity NZ have some suggestions on their web site at the following URL:
http://www.biosecurity.govt.nz/pest-and-disease-response/pests-and-diseases-watchlist/didymo-cleaning-methods#vehicles

The least corrosive solution would appear to be the dishwashing liquid solution that could be applied to all areas that have been in contact with water (including splashing) using a spray pump to cover all areas and places such as chassis members.

The 4x4 community don't want to be blamed for the introduction of Didymo to any waterway in either island.

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/17 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/7 Wed, 22 Nov 2006 05:02:47 GMT
They have established a "forum" for comments on a different topic each month.

Sustainability Forum – have your say by going to the PCE website and the forum link found on the right side of the home page.

Find out more here

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]]> The office of the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment would like to know what you think about New Zealand's progress towards sustainable development.

They have established a "forum" for comments on a different topic each month.

Sustainability Forum – have your say by going to the PCE website and the forum link found on the right side of the home page.

Find out more here

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https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/7 https://nzfwda.org.nz/news/16 Sat, 22 Jul 2006 05:31:07 GMT www.ufwda.org and if you would like to be automatically advised of each edition, then use the free subscribe option found on their web page (right hand side)

Download the latest edition from the same place or put the site on your RSS list.

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]]> United Four Wheel Drive Associations, an international organisation that the NZFWDA belongs to, produces a monthly electronic newsletter that can be found at www.ufwda.org and if you would like to be automatically advised of each edition, then use the free subscribe option found on their web page (right hand side)

Download the latest edition from the same place or put the site on your RSS list.

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