Te Ara O Whangamaire – Official Opening
On behalf of Whakaupoko Landcare, Patumahoe Village Inc and Patumahoe School you are invited to join us for the official opening and walk of Te Ara O Whangamaire. This is the newly completed walkway in Patumahoe connecting the Village with the natural environment.
Te Ara O Whangamaire begins at the Auckland Council Reserve close to Patumahoe School on the first corner of Clive Howe Rd. It leads down the bush covered hill before venturing on to privately owned open farmland. The journey offers stunning views connecting through to Henry’s Bush on Hunters Rd and should prove a great asset to the community .
When: Friday Nov 23rd 3.00pm
Where: Meet in the car park area at Nth East Fields by the School. (Or School Hall if raining).
Format: Opening Ceremony.
There will be a Karakia to lead us to the start of the track where there will be a blessing and prayer organised by Ngati tama oho and Ngati Te Ata. Children from the School will be performing a Waiata. There will be a few short speeches from Auckland Council and locals before a brief opening ceremony and acknowledgement of Dave Pufletts contribution in bringing Te Ara O Whangamaire to life.
The First Walk
Te Ara O Whangamaire will have several options to suit most ranging from 1 – 7kms including across metalled tracks with steps and untracked rural farmland that is not flat. There is also a loop track in bush that has been built by youth for youth. Along the way there will be opportunities for people to take part in a 5 minute bird survey and check out some chew cards and pest control. Maps of different options will be available on the day.
Celebrations
On your return from the walk there will be tea and coffee and drinks available at the School Hall. There will be some food provided including a bar b que and people are encouraged to stay to celebrate the walkway opening, share a few stories and reflect on the life of Puff.
Get organised as you are welcome to bring a plate, bar b que food and refreshments with alcohol permitted. We know Puff would welcome your attendance and would enjoy you staying for a while to celebrate the opening.