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• Hakarimata – Waikato

  • When
    4 May 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    The Strand, Takapuna

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  Hakarimata – Waikato Sunday 4^th May 2025

  This walkway goes along the undulating forested crest of the Hakarimata Range and at the highpoint of 374 metres there is a great view out over the Waikato with Hamilton in the background, and also a summit tower for an even better view.

  Hakarimata tracks brochure

  The distance party will start at Brownlee Ave up to the Summit and along to Parker Rd for pickup.  Note this route includes a large, steep stair climb to the top.

  The shorter group will stay on while the bus is moved to the Parker Rd pickup end where they will walk in to meet in to meet distance party.  Expect some climbing on this track.

  There are plenty of native trees including rimu and kauri along the track.  

  Both parties have the option of taking in the Kauri Loop at the Parker Road end.

  Depart:  8.00am The Strand

  Fare:    $25 members
  $30 non members

  Organiser: Amber Gladwin 027-838-9483

  Non-members: Please phone the organiser to check suitability of the tramp - not after 9pm thanks 

  Members please register before 7pm Friday 2^nd May.

  Driver: tbc

  Map   Online / Printable / GPS

  To access the printable maps, download the zipped file, and either:

  open the zipped file, then drag the files to a new location OR

  press and hold (or right-click) the zipped file, select Extract All, and then follow the instructions

  
  

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• Huia / Waitakeres - Mini Weekend

  • Start
    10 May 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • End
    11 May 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Como Street, Takapuna
  • Spaces left
    10

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  Huia / Waitakere’s - Mini Weekend 

  10^th to 11^th of May $40 cost.

  Tents to be carried - Please note Como Street departure point. 

  Medium Fit

  You must book this trip before the 7th of May!

  Trail shoes or boots will be fine for this one.

  If you like to test yourself and your gear out with an overnight tramp, or just a weekend away, then this one has been designed for you! MUATC members are welcomed as well, & if you are not sure on what to bring, I can arrange a meeting at Massey University to discuss gear, food and any queries you may have, or who can contact me on Messenger, whatsapp, txt, or cell phone. The NSTC also has a limited amount of gear you can borrow.

  Saturday

  We will start this tramp at Huia Bay and take the Karamatura track which climbs steeply at first, before we head down on the Donald Mclean track, Puriri ridge track, and the spectacular Omanawanui track giving us good views of the wild and powerful flow of water from the Tasman Sea that enters and exits the Manukau Heads.  It’s at the Manukau bar as you enter the Heads that marks New Zealand worst ever maritime disaster on the 7^th of February 1863 with the sinking of the HMS Orpheus and the loss of 189 lives. The track will lead us down to where the settlement of Whatipu used to be long ago, from there it’s another steepish climb up the Gibbons track before we descend the Muir track to camp the night at Pararaha valley campsite. Expect a good workout and about 6 hours tramping.

  Sunday

  If the tides are good, we will return to Whatipu via the beach and then and then retrace our foot steeps from there back to the bus.

  Gear List: NSTC Gear List.pdf

  Cost $40 Members 

  Organiser:  Chris Peard  021 277 0270

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• Little Shoal Bay/Kendall Bay/Chatswood Loop

  • When
    18 May 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    Little Shoal Bay

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  Little Shoal Bay/Kendall Bay/Chatswood Loop

  Sunday 18 May 

  Meet:  8.00am Little Shoal Bay, Maritime Terrace, Birkenhead,
  at the beach carpark by the beach toilet block.

  NO BUS TODAY!! Time:   8am departure

  Cost:   Free to all - no bus today!!!!!

  Gear List: NSTC Gear List.pdf

  Native birds, bush and beautiful views in suburbia! 
  There’s a little bit of everything in today’s outing; cliff top walks, plenty of  climbs and descents, including a steep stair climb out of

  Kendall Bay.  Awesome views will make it all worthwhile.

   Expect to be on uneven surfaces most of the day however we will start and end the day on a well maintained, easy walking track.

  We’ll walk through Chelsea Heritage Park and into the beautiful bush along the cliff top and dropping down into Kendall Bay beach.  A sharp climb to a wonderful lookout gives amazing views of the city. Coming back out of Kendall Bay via a steep uphill staircase, we will head into Chatswood bush and back out again in the Chelsea Heritage park, taking a slightly different loop to get back onto our path back to Little Shoal Bay.

  There’s the chance to treat yourself to an ice-cream or coffee at the end of the walk.  Approximate distance is 13km.  Good trail shoes will be fine. 

  Organiser:   Amber 027-838-9483

  All non-financial members, please phone the organiser before 7pm Friday 16^th May.

  * Financial members please register online by 7pm Friday 16^th May.

  Map: TBC

   ** PLEASE ensure that all of your gear is clean, poles, boots, bag etc.  This is an area with native Kauri bush. 

  
  
  
   
  

  
  

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• Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway, North Auckland

  • When
    25 May 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM
  • Location
    The Strand, Takapuna

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  Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway, North Auckland

  8.00am Sunday 25th May 2023

  This tramping trail is part the Te Araroa Walkway and one of the most stunning coastal walks in this area  from the shoreline to the cliff-top with views extending from Bream Head to Tawharanui Peninsula.   

  
  

  Track starts by the beach at the Surf Club climbing steeply for about 20 minutes then walking along the  coastline before descending to the beach and returning along the clifftop.  

  
  

  If time and energy permits, we can add on a “distance” loop at the end.  

  Approximate elevation gain is 300-400 metres.  The cliff track is approximately 8.5kms each way.

  Low tide is 11.33am. Don’t forget to bring your togs and camera and plenty of water!

  Depart:

     8.00 am, The Strand, Takapuna

     8.15am, Massey University

     8.30am Silverdale Park & Ride bus stop.

  Organiser:  Imogen  027 289 8440 

  New and non-financial members please phone before 9pm - No texts please 

  Cost:

  • $25 members
  • $30 non-members.  Please phone the organiser to check the suitability of this tramp.

  Members please register for the trip by  Friday 23 May

  Driver:  TBC

  Maps: Printable/GPS/Online - medium track

   Printable/GPS/Online - distance track

  To access the printable maps, download the zipped file, and either:

  • open the zipped file, then drag the files to a new location OR

  • press and hold (or right-click) the zipped file, select Extract All, and then follow the instructions

  Gear List: NSTC Gear List.pdf

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• May Social Evening & AGM

  • When
    28 May 2025
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    Senior Citizens Hall, 7 The Strand, Takapuna

  Social Evening and AGM Wednesday 28 May 7:30pm  Refreshments from 7pm - 7.30pm

  Everyone is welcome to join us for our AGM and social evening with light refreshments. 

  We welcome your participation during the AGM portion of the evening, as it is important that members are kept up to date with the financials and other matters.  We are also pleased to have a guest presentation.

  

  Restore Hibiscus & Bays is a community-led initiative that is working to eradicate pests, restore native habitats and improve water quality across the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board Area, including bush areas that  our members  know and appreciate.

  Deborah Colson, who is the group's Advisor for Communications and Community Engagement has kindly offered to speak on the group's projects.

  Takapuna Senior Citizens Hall, behind Massimo next to the spiral staircase just past the pedestrian access to the Takapuna library at 7 The Strand, Takapuna. 

  Cost: Free

  Refreshments and time for individual  conversations, as usual between 7.00pm and 7.30pm 

  Location: Senior Citizens Hall, 7 The Strand, Takapuna.  See here for how to find the hall.

  Social evenings are held on the last Wednesday of every third month.

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• Banff Mountain Film Festival – Social Movie Night!

  • When
    25 Jun 2025
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    SkyCity Theatre, Auckland CBD

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  Banff Mountain Film Festival – Social Movie Night!
  Wednesday 25 June 2025 – 6:30 PM
  SkyCity Theatre, Auckland CBD

  Join the North Shore Tramping Club and friends for a fun, inspiring night out at the Banff Mountain Film Festival – Tasman Programme, hosted by the New Zealand Alpine Club.

  Why come?
  Banff is one of the most renowned mountain and adventure film festivals in the world. These handpicked short films showcase the best in outdoor storytelling – from climbing, skiing, and paddling to powerful human journeys and breathtaking wilderness cinematography. It’s a night that celebrates the spirit of adventure and the beauty of our wild world. Don’t miss it!

  The Tasman Programme features highlights like:

  • Kayaking off waterfalls in Going Home

  • The story of a blind climber in Soundscape

  • A river adventure through the Grand Canyon in Near the River
    See the full Tasman line-up here: www.banff.nz/programme-listings/#tasman

  Who can come?
  Open to everyone – NSTC members, Massey University Tramping Club, and non-members including family and friends.

  Tickets:
  Buy your own ticket using the discounted group link:
  www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/1234345262909/?discount=forthegroups

  • Select: 25 June | 6:30 PM | Tasman Programme | General Admission

  • Price: $31.04 (includes discount & booking fee)

  • Ticket sales close 25 June 2025

  Getting There:
  Please make your own way to SkyCity Theatre. Aim to arrive by 5:45 PM so we can find seats together.

  Please register your interest so we know to expect you.  Note - This is not a ticket purchase. 
  Contact Antz Rola – text or call 021 0906 7939

  

  
  

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