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A sad day

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Tenei kua takoto a James Hapeta

Haere e te Rangatira

Just to let you know James passed away on sunday.

He is on Raukawa Marae, Otaki today (Tues 25/6)

Funeral service on Wednesday 26 June at Rangiatea Church , Otaki at 11am

 

“James  Hapeta was a founding member and stalwart of Hawaikinui Tuarua. Through the years James constantly  maintained a close association with the club and was always on  hand to provide support when needed. This would often see James clearing  the track through to the waka on Lake Waitawa, installing racks for W1’s, and  keeping up the maintenance on the clubs fleet of waka in Otaki. He was warm  and welcoming and when you spoke with James he gave you his full attention,  especially if you where talking about paddling, a subject James had a very real  passion for. This passion was also what led to James playing a significant  role in developing waka ama in schools within both the Otaki and Levin  communities. At the time of his passing James held the position of  Chairperson of Hawaiiki Nui. On hearing of the news one club member was heard to  remark that James was “one of the good guys who will leave a void in his  passing”. A fitting epitaph for someone who held, and will continue to hold, a  very special place in Hawaikinui Tuarua  Waka Ama ki Otaki.“

Our love and condolences go to Denise and the whanau.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hikoikoi 7’s – Matariki 2013 Regatta

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HIKOIKOI WAKA AMA CLUB
Date: Saturday 29 June (Sunday 30 June postponement date)
Cost: $7 per paddler
Distances: 14km & 7km
Start time: 9.30am
Must provide or arrange waka prior to event and waka can be stored at Hikoikoi overnight from 3pm Friday 28 June

14km Open/J19 Mens, Womens, Mixed
SS/Canoe/Kayak are welcome to enter this distance

7km Novice & J16 (course designed for new paddlers and whanau groups) 6 paddlers are required along with 1 x runner who can be under age of 10 years (experienced steerer a must) *knowledge of the stars that make up the cluster of Matariki will be beneficial to complete race

7km SUP (will be run at same time as Novice and J16 should you wish to do the 14km as well.
Further information will be provided – Entries Close: 27 June, Thursday
Any enquiries contact: hikoikoiwakaama@gmail.com

Hot off the Waves…

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Here is what the regional committee discussed on the meeting on 6 May.

  • Wellington Regional Sprints  dates set (see website calendar)
  • NZ Post Challenge Waka Ama Sprints dates set (see website calendar)
  • Regional Secondary Schools Sprint Championships dates set (see website calendar)
  • Hoe Tonga is considering the development of a ‘Signiture’ Race/Event for the region; this is an exciting possibility and further discussions will be taking place at the next meeting.
  • Te Matau a Maui (Ocean Voyaging waka) will be visiting Wellington and being part of the Matariki Celebrations. A Mass on water welcome  will take place on Saturday June 8. For further information check the website for events over 3-5 days in early June.
  • Tai Tonga 41 marathon. Next year looking to increase the races to 8km for Novices and 15km for Open/Senior paddlers.
  • Reminder: To paddle in waka ama events hosted by Hoe Tonga or Hoe Tonga clubs,  paddlers should be members of  an affliated club.
  • NEXT MEETING  JUNE 10, AT THE POLICE COLLEGE, 6.30PM; Lara Collins CEO of NKOA will be attending.  Everyone welcome but RSVP to hoetonga@gmail.com is essential as seating is limited.

Click here for the full minutes.

Mass on water welcome for Te Matau a Māui (Ocean Voyaging Waka)

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As part of Matariki celebrations Wellington City will welcome Te Matau a Māui double hulled ocean voyaging waka into Te Whanganui a Tara – organise your clubs, W1, W2 and be part of this historic occassion – tautoko Te Matau a Māui on the water
Saturday 8 June @10am
There will be a full weeks programme free to the public – presentations and opportunities to view and go on board this canoe. After voyaging 20,000 miles across the Pacific there is something for us all to learn about courage, navigation and our ocean environment. 
Invitation harbour users on water welcome Saturday 8 June @ 10am
read more here TE MATAU A MĀUI 
For information on Matariki events in the Capital
read more here Matariki Events
Photo Waka Welcome

W1 for sale (HAS BEEN SOLD)

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It comes with two sets of kiato, shorter for sprints, longer for ocean racing. Fitted with foot pump, carbon inlay inside cockpit for strengthening.

This V1 is designed to have ability to run easily on bumps as well as track well for sprinting. Deck contour of the nose reduces the effect of side wind, and the contour of the tail end also reduces wind and wave pressure from the side while adding to the tracking ability. Excellent rudderless racing ability. 16Kg fully rigged.

No damage.

$3,000 or nearest offer

Please contact Paddy:

  • patrick.rimene@carters.co.nz
  • 0272379696
  • (06) 370-9750 (Work)

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Results Regional Secondary Schools Waka ama Sprint Champs

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Kia ora koutou

Official Results – 2013 RSS Waka ama Sprint Champs
Link to photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/hoetonga/show/

A fantastic weekend for our Secondary School students, teachers, coaches, managers and supporters. Weather delayed the start of racing by an hour and the strong southerly continued throughout the day making conditions extremely challenging for teams. W1 races were cancelled due to weather however the day went well with some 50 races to give the students plenty of practice and a chance to put in place and refine their race strategies.

A few new schools participated this year showing a growth in waka ama and our novice steerers got to experience some waka surfing which will certainly add to their kete of knowledge.

Thanks to all the volunteers who helped out this weekend in particular the waka ama clubs who provided waka (W6) and paddled them over to the venue. Along with key volunteers who regularly give their support to run events, parents and spectators supporting their schools provided some relief. To fully understand this sport getting involved on race day really gives you an insight and provides a connection to the waka ama experience.

Best wishes and safe travels to all those representing their schools at National Waka ama Sprints in  Rotorua 19-22 March 2013!

Nga mihi nui
Chris Fox on behalf of RSS Organising Committee