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Interested in where waka ama is going in the region? Hoe Tonga AGM on 1 August, candidates wanted

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Hoe Tonga will hold its annual AGM on 1 August, for the following purposes: 
 

  • To receive the President’s report for the previous financial year
  • To receive a report and audited statement of financial position and statement of financial performance for the previous financial year
  • Acceptance of new member clubs
  • To elect the Executive Officers of Hoe Tonga for the ensuing year
  • To set the membership fees
  • To decide on any motion affecting the rules or policy of the Association

 

Even though all office holders may choose to stand again if they wish, all Hoe Tonga executive officer positions are up for grabs and can be contested. The following positions are available:

 

  • President
  • Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • NKOA Representative

 

Position descriptions are available at http://www.hoetonga.co.nz/?page_id=915. 

If you can spare at least 1 hour per week and you are willing to stand, please send an email to hoetonga@gmail.com. Moreover, if you are keen to get involved as an assistant to one of the roles (eg treasurer) with a view to standing for office in the future, please let us know also. Hoe Tonga is keen on succession planning and can provide training.

Kokiri: new executive

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Kokiri Tai Patu Waka Ama Club AGM, New Executives 2011/12
 
Kokiri Tai Patu Waka ama club held its annual general meeting on 5th May 2011.
 
At this meeting the election of executive members took place. The executive committee for year 2011/12 is as follows:
 
President:  Teresa Olsen                                                                                     
Chairperson: Chris Maika
Treasurer:  Tui Olsen
Secretary:  Angela Schofer
Club Captain: Anita Taggart
Hoe Tonga rep: Richard Robyns
Club Safety Officer: Brendan Comerford
 
A huge thanks to Chris Fox, Paula Rahiri and Royce Gray for their contribution during their tenure.

W1 Harbour Series to start on 22 May

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The W1 Harbour Series (I) will kick off on 22 May.

Venue: Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

Alternative venue: Petone (only in case of strong Northerlies)

Time: meet at 9.15am, race start at 10am

Distance: ~ 10km

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear such as life jackets and are trained in self-rescue techniques!

Cost: $2 pp and your enthusiasm, money goes towards spot prizes.

Prizes: There will be several cool spot prizes, in total worth more than $300, to be handed out at the final event (you must be present to collect).

The more points you gain, the higher the chance of winning a spot prize.

FYI, points to give away per paddler:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least three paddlers in same/lower/higher division, applies only to singles)

Purpose: This event is for those looking for some competition and for those wanting to spice up their W1 training sessions.

Paddling craft: Open to all paddling craft. The series is intended for W1 but the event is open to all paddling craft, including surfskis, W2 and W6. The series runs during the Winter season between May and September.

Race notices / change of venue: announced via http://www.hoetonga.co.nz (The venue is normally confirmed on Friday before the race, check http://www.hoetonga.co.nz for race notices.)

If you have any questions, please contact Jörn Scherzer @ 021-1250997.

Sponsors:


Team Makaira, invitation to paddlers to join trainings

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Team Makaira would like to invite all paddlers in the region (and in particular around Porirua Harbour) to join in on training sessions.

At this stage we are training Thursday nights at 6pm (meet 5.50pm) and Sunday mornings (meet 8.30am) at Mana. As we are sometimes short, for those open men keen to participate and paddle in W6, please contact either Matt Archer on 027-485 55 20, or Joern Scherzer on 021-1250997.

For those wanting to bring along their own team, please do so, no matter what club you paddle under.

There is nothing more effective and fun during trainings if two teams are neck and neck with each other.

Monday-Wednesday at 6pm and Friday at 4.30pm  team members will focus on single training, also leaving (normally) from Mana. Contact Joern Scherzer if you want to hook up.

For those days where the W1 Harbour Series is scheduled, our training will link in with that race.

Mana Ocean Challenge photos and results

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The Mana Ocean Challenge kicked off in spectacular fashion on Saturday 30 April at Mana.  The inaugural downwind race, sponsored by Trish Tamapeau at REMAX, Groundswell Paddles, and Fergs Kayaks, attracted a mixed field of outriggers, surfskis and sea kayaks from as far away as Nelson and Whangarei.

The competitors made their way from Mana to the finish line at Paraparaumu Beach, with a moderate southerly wind at their backs and plenty of sun. The infamous and rugged stretch of coastline provided plenty of challenges along the way for all competitors. Coming out of Mana, conditions were nearly flat due to the hills providing some shelter from the southerly. However, swell conditions increased rapidly and by the time paddlers passed Pukerua Bay (about 11km into the race), the swell was pumping. These conditions lasted until about Raumati South. While the last 10km were nearly flat, the surf coming into Paraparaumu Beach made for a fun finish.

http://www.flickr.com/apps/slideshow/show.swf?v=71649

Following the race, competitors and volunteers enjoyed a three-course meal at Monteiths Brewery Bar at Mana before awards and spot prizes were handed out.

Congratulations to the organisers Jörn Scherzer and James Sadler who executed this event with a great deal of thought and preparation. As a result the paddlers were well looked after throughout the race.

Surfski paddler Nathan Faa’vae, who competes in many national endurance events, gave it his thumbs up. He challenged others to get out there to do as many events as possible building confidence and experience. He looks forward to defending his surfski title in 2012.

A huge thank you goes to all the volunteers that made race day a success: Rob Taggart (race director), Chris Fox (comms), Mike Martin, Glynda Martin, Tanya Scherzer and Kathlene Rimene (photography), Dennis Ngatai, Anna Ngatai and Tina Masoe (registration). Support boat drivers Matt Archer and Murray Leacock and the Mana Coastguard ensured that everyone that went out got back in.

Here the top three finishers for each division:

OC1 Men: 1st Joern Scherzer 2:44:53, 2nd George Fa’alogo 3:06:57, 3rd Paddy Rimene 3:18:45
OC1 Women: 1st Anita Taggart 3:26:13
Surfski Men: 1st Nathan Faavae 2:17:54, 2nd Aaron Cox 2:21:57, 3rd Marty McDowell 2:23:33

Mana Ocean Challenge, 29km downwind, are you game?

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When: Saturday, 30th April 2011

Weather forecast: The long-range forecast is looking good, with lots of sun and south-easterlies forecast for the Mana and Kapiti area.

Where: Mana, Porirua (Wellington)

What: 29km, downwind

Who: W1 and surfskis, also open to W2 and W6, experienced paddlers only

Why: Wellington has no shortage of wind, show us what you are made of!

Entries due: Extended until 25 April (due to Easter holidays). Payment (or proof of payment) must be received by that date to secure your place.

Spot prizes: Over $1,500 worth in spot prizes, including a full-carbon GROUNDSWELL paddle!

Click here to download the full race information package.

Click here to download an MSWord version of the entry form.

Coordinators
Jörn Scherzer: 021-1250997 or mana.ocean.challenge@gmail.com
James Sadler: 021-717017 or mana.ocean.challenge@gmail.com

Sponsors

For information about Groundswell paddles, please contact leonrossbotham@hotmail.com.

For buying or selling property from Tawa to Pukerua Bay, please contact Trish Tamapeau at REMAX Villa Real Estate Ltd: trishremax@clear.net.nz or 0274 488 903.

For all your paddling gear requirements, go to www.fergskayaks.co.nz.