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W1 Harbour Series (IV), 25 July, at Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

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The W1 Harbour Series (IV) on 25 July will be run from Mana. Although the weather forecast at http://www.weather.co.nz is only for a light 10kt southerly, to be safe it will be in Mana / Ngati Toa Domain again.

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

Distance: ~ 10km

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear, i.e. life jacket, bailer, and are trained in basic self-rescue techniques!

Cost: $2 and your enthusiasm, money goes towards price for the paddler with the most points but winning isn’t the only way to gain points.

FYI, points to give away:

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

The main price is a a brandnew blue wave camelbak. There will also be additional spot prices, handed out at the completion of the series in September.

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

Paddling craft: The series is intended for W1 but the event is open to all paddling craft. The series runs during the Winter season between May and September. Note that the Surfski and Waka Ama Series runs between October and March.

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.

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Fit for funding?

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…get free, practical advice on funding opportunities

Learn how to make the most of funding opportunities for your organisation at a free event offering practical advice on how to seek and make the most of funding opportunities. Whether you are trying to raise $500 or $500,000, whether it be for sport, arts, health, youth development, education or social services, the Fit for Funding half-day forum will be useful for your organisation.

The forum starts with guest speakers, funding specialists who will speak about the fund application process, sharing their knowledge and experiences. After morning tea, discussion time is available for those attending to meet face to face with funding agencies, network with the local NGO sector and opt into other workshops.

Fit for Funding

Time: 9am – 12.30pm (morning tea included)

Date: Wednesday 4 August

Place: Renouf Foyer, Michael Fowler Centre, Wellington

Representatives from major funding organisations will also be available for advice –- including Lotteries, the New Zealand Community Trust,Pub Charity, NZCT,  the Lion Foundation, Creative New Zealand, the Charities Commission and the Department of Internal Affairs.

Register to book a place

  • email your contact details to Shirley Travis (shirley.travis@wcc.govt.nz)
  • call Shirley direct on 499 4444, Monday to Wednesday.

Registrations will be confirmed by email. Please book early as places are limited.

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W1 Harbour Series (III), 4 July, results and current standings

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This region rocks! A total of 20 paddlers battled it out today, with 16 OC1 on the start line. The main price and the spot prices to be handed out in September must have some pulling power. Or maybe it was the first glimpse of summer that offered some relief from the night/rain/ice/gale sessions.

The distance was 9.7km (Mana to the point and back to Mana).

Below the results. Many thanks to Tanya for time keeping. If the age group or something else is incorrect please let Joern know at joern.scherzer@gmail.com so that the results can be amended.

A slight change has been made to the points system to make it fairer. Currently, a SNR Master winning her division cannot gain 2 points if there are only two SNR Masters competing, yet she may be faster than another Open and/or Master paddler. For example, looking at the below results, Anita could not get 2 points even though she bet a Master W, Open W and two male Master paddlers. Therefore, those winning in an age group division, i.e. not Open, can now also gain 2 points if that age group paddler is faster than at least two others in either that same division or others in a lower/higher age group. For women there is a special add-on. If they beat a male paddler in the same or lower/higher division, they also gain 2 points. This change takes effect retrospectively, i.e. the points handed out for previous races have been adjusted.

OC1

1. Grant Barribal (Master) 54:00, 2 points (as at least three in same/lower division)

2. Jörn Scherzer (Open) 54:11, 2 points (as at least three in division)

3. Paddy Rimene (Open) 58:26, 1 point

4. Piki Emery (SNR Master) 1:00:08, 2 points (as at least three in same/lower division)

5. Royce Gray (SNR Master) 1:01:42, 1 point

6. Ricky (Open) 1:02:55, 1 point

7. Dave Ryde (Master) 1:03:02, 1 point

8. Bjorn Agnew (Open) 1:03:52, 1 point

9. Ray (Open) 1:04:38, 1 point

10. Anita Taggart (SNR Master W) 1:04:51, 2 points (as at least three in same/lower division)

11. Willie Kappely (Master) 1:06:07, 1 point

12. Selena Katene (Master) 1:11:36, 2 points (as at least three in same/lower division)

13. Doug (Master) 1:11:53, 1 point

14. Kemara (JNR16 M) 1:13:40, 1 point

15. Kris Dahl (Master W) DNF, 1 point

16. Pania (Open W) DNF, 1 point

OC2

1. Fahina & Turi Jnr Tulepu 1:03:12, 1 point each

Surfski

1. Tyler (Open) 49:29, 1 point (time credit of 5 min as went past the official turnaround point)

2. Turi (Open) 53:18, 1 point (time credit of 5 min as went past the official turnaround point)

Current point standings

Name Age group Series I Series II Series III Total
Piki Emery SNR Master M 2 2 2 6
Grant Barribal Master M 0 2 2 4
Jörn Scherzer Open M 1 1 2 4
Anita Taggart SNR Master W 0 2 2 4
Willie Kappely Master M 1 1 1 3
Royce Gray SNR Master M 1 1 1 3
Kemara JNR 16 M 1 0 1 2
Ray Open M 0 1 1 2
Tyler Open M Surfski 0 1 1 2
Mereana Hodges Master W 0 2 0 2
Selena Katene Master W 0 0 2 2
James Sadler Master M 0 1 0 1
Tina Master W 0 1 0 1
Taawhana Chadwick Open M 0 1 0 1
Mike Open M Surfski 0 1 0 1
Nicky Open W Surfski 0 1 0 1
Chris Fox SNR Master W 0 1 0 1
Paddy Rimene Open M 0 0 1 1
Ricky Open M 0 0 1 1
Dave Ryde Master M 0 0 1 1
Bjorn Agnew Open M 0 0 1 1
Doug Master M 0 0 1 1
Kris Dahl Master W 0 0 1 1
Pania Open W 0 0 1 1
Turi 1 Open M Surfski 0 0 1 1
Turi Jnr Tulepu
JNR 16 M 0 0 1 1
Fahina Tulepu Open M 0 0 1 1

FYI, points to give away:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least 3 paddlers in same or lower/higher division)

Reminder: The next race is on 25 July. Watch out for the race notice on the Friday before on www.hoetonga.co.nz. Location will depend on the weather forecast provided by www.weather.co.nz on that Friday. In calm or southerly conditions it will be in Mana, in northerly conditions it will be in Petone.

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W1 Harbour Series (III), 4 July, at Mana (Ngati Toa domain)

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The W1 Harbour Series (III) on 4 July will be run from Ngati Toa, Mana. The weather forecast is rather average again. According to the metservice, it’s likely turning southeast 10 knots during morning, getting stronger later. As a result, we will again race from Mana (Ngati Toa domain).

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

 

Distance: ~ 10km

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear, i.e. life jacket, bailer, etc.

Cost: $2 and your enthusiasm, money goes towards price for the paddler with the most points but winning isn’t the only way to gain points.

FYI, points to give away:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if at least three paddlers per division)

The main price is a a brandnew blue wave camelbak. There may be more spot prices depending on the turn out at upcoming races.

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

Paddling craft: The series is intended for W1 but the event is open to all paddling craft. The series runs during the off-season between May and September. Note that the Surfski and Waka Ama Series runs between October and March.

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.

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Do you wanna be the proud owner of a brandnew Kialoa paddle? For free?

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Well, so do we…

But hey, while you are looking at this, please take a moment to complete our paddler questionnaire by following the below survey link.

As part of our commitment to our paddlers in the region, Hoe Tonga wishes to survey paddlers, volunteers and members on a regular basis.

What you think is important and the information you provide will help us improve the services we offer to you.

The survey will remain open until 11 July.

Click here to take the survey (now closed).

Thank you for your participation.

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Waka Ama Technique Clinic, 27 June, for Intermediate Level Paddlers

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Tunui a te Ika and Hikoikoi are jointly hosting a waka ama technique clinic as part of a strategy to support our members and paddlers within the Wellington region to excel in the sport of Waka Ama. Depending on interest further clinics may be held.

These workshops are free to Tunui and Hikoikoi members; a small fee applies to non-members ($10 includes sausage sizzle). All welcome.

The clinic will be held on Sunday 27 June at Hikoikoi, Petone from 9.30am ending at 3pm. Cancellation will be by text, please provide your contact number on the attached registration form.

The day will include land and water training including:

  • Video analysis of paddling technique
  • Mechanics of stroke
  • Dynamics of Team
  • OC1 and OC6 paddling
  • Boat run
  • Training percentages 50/70/80/100
  • Question time

No reira e te whānau waka ama, register your interest now by completing the registration form and sending to Niks Grace (Tunui Secretary) nicola.grace@vuw.ac.nz or 0276946362. All enquires can be directed to Niks also.

The coaches that will be running the workshops are Graham Finch and Lyall Reedy.

This is a great opportunity for coaching and networking with paddlers in the Wellington region, not to mention a fun day out on the water!

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W1 Harbour Series (II), 13 June, results

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What a turn-out! 15 paddlers battled it out today, forget the rain and the cold wind, the serious paddlers still turn up, no matter what. That’s the spirit!

By the way, you will be able to catch a glimpse of one of the spot prices before the next race.

The distance was 10.2km (Mana around the reef, to Browns Bay and back to Mana).

Below the results. Many thanks to Selena for time keeping. If the age group or something else is incorrect please let Joern know.

OC1 results

1.Grant Barribal (Master) 59:35, 2 points (as at least three in division)

2. Jörn (Open) 59:49, 1 point

3. Piki (SNR Master) 1:05:34, 1 point

4. Merean Hodges (Master W) 1:07:59, 1 point

5. James (Master) 1:08:32, 1 point

6. Anita (SNR Master W) 1:10:17, 1 point

7. Royce (SNR Master) 1:12:15, 1 point

8. Ray (Open) 1:16:32, 1 point

9. Willie (Master) 1:17:13, 1 point

10. Tina (Master W) 1:20:09, 1 point

OC2

1. Chris / Taawhana (mixed) 58:13, 1 point each

Surfski

1. Mike (Open) 53:49, 1 point

2. Tyler (Open) 55:53, 1 point

3. Nicky (Open W) 57:57, 1 point

Current point standings

Name Age group Series I SeriesII Total
Piki Emery SNR Master M 1 1 2
Royce Gray SNR Master M 1 1 2
Jörn Scherzer Open M 1 1 2
Grant Barribal Master M 0 2 2
Willie Kappely Master M 1 1 2
Anita Taggart SNR Master W 0 1 1
Chris Fox SNR Master W 0 1 1
Nicky Open W Surfski 0 1 1
Mike Open M Surfski 0 1 1
Tyler Open M Surfski 0 1 1
Taawhana Chadwick Open M 0 1 1
Ray Open M 0 1 1
Merean Hodges Master W 0 1 1
Tina Master W 0 1 1
James Sadler Master M 0 1 1
Kemara JNR 16 M 1 0 1

FYI, points to give away:

  • 1 point for attendance
  • 1 point for a win (if more than 3 paddlers per division)

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W1 Harbour Series (II) 13 June at Mana / Ngati Toa Domain

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The W1 Harbour Series (II) on 13 June will be run from Ngati Toa Domain in Mana. The weather forecast is a bit mixed and we may end up with either a southerly or northerly. Not clear but we will make it work.

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

Distance: ~ 10km

Safety: Paddlers are to ensure that they carry all necessary safety gear, i.e. life jacket, bailer, etc.

Cost: $2 and your enthusiasm, money goes towards price for the paddler with the most points (but winning isn’t the only way to gain points – 1 point for attendance, 1 point for those winning their division (only if more than three paddlers per division)

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

Paddling craft: The series is intended for W1 but the event is open to all paddling craft. The series runs during the off-season between May and September. Note that the Surfski and Waka Ama Series runs between October and March.

Race notices / change of venue: announced via http://www.hoetonga.co.nz

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

ENDS

Revised draft Hoe Tonga constitution, feedback invited by 15 June

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Please click here for the revised draft constitution.

The document contains ‘tracked changes’, please enable those in your MS Word version when reading the document:  deletions are indicated by crossed-out text, proposed additions/changes are indicated by underlined text.  Comments within the document explain relevant changes.

Please provide any feedback by 15 June either directly to the sub-committee: Joern and Averalle at joern.scherzer@gmail.com or ave.paenga@gmail.com; or to your Hoe Tonga club representative.

Note that while you will find quite a number of changes to the text, they do not actually affect the governance/management structure of Hoe Tonga – as agreed by the Hoe Tonga committee the focus of this review is to look at improving the effectiveness of the committee (e.g. changes to the financial year). The changes are mainly intended to improve the structure of the document itself and to improve the usability of the document.

Background: Our strategic plan was adopted in late 2009 and a key initiative is a review of the constitution.  As a result, the Hoe Tonga constitution is currently being reviewed.

Intended time frame for the review (tentative):

by mid June: consultation ends

By mid-to-end-of-June: revised draft made to be made available, invitation for further feedback to club representatives

early July: Hoe Tonga Committee to sign off on final proposals, extraordinary meeting to be scheduled to formally adopt the revised constitution

August: extraordinary general meeting, new constitution adopted

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