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Landholders plant seed for possible walkway near Mahia
It started as a community-led project to preserve the water quality of the Whangawehi River. Today, the Whangawehi Catchment Group is considering the possibility of creating a public access trail in the surrounding area to improve access on the Mahia Peninsula.
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Funding available for projects that improve public access to the outdoors
Groups undertaking projects to enhance access to the outdoors should consider applying for funding through the New Zealand Walking Access Commission’s Enhanced Access Fund. A total of $56,000 is available across two funding rounds in 2016-2017.
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Creating quality walkways for healthier communities
Our chief executive Eric Pyle has been busy over the past few months. In this column he discusses the need for planners to consider walking trails when creating new subdivisions and some of the opportunities and challenges for access to the South Island high country.
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Guide addresses farmers’ H&S responsibilities to recreational visitors
The New Zealand Walking Access Commission has developed a helpful guide that answers frequently asked questions about the responsibilities of farm owners and managers towards people seeking recreational access.
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What next for outdoor access?
In this column New Zealand Walking Access Commission board member Penny Mudford explores the changing demand for different kinds of recreation opportunities and the need for councils and central government agencies to consider future preferences in their planning.
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Nominations open for access awards
It’s that time of year again, when a nationwide search begins for individuals and organisations that have made a significant contribution to outdoor access in New Zealand. Top achievers will be recognised with a Walking Access Champion Award.
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Kiwis urged to take part in outdoor recreation workshop
What people most enjoy doing outdoors, and how the private and public sectors can anticipate and cater to growing demand and changing trends will be the topic of a workshop run by the New Zealand Walking Access Commission in September.
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Asking landholders for permission
A new video developed by the New Zealand Access Walking Commission emphasises the importance of asking landowners for permission to access their property. Find out more about the video scenario and the Commission's Follow the Kiwi Way website.
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News from the field
News from the field’ provides a roundup of public access topics being worked on by the New Zealand Walking Access Commission’s regional field advisors. This month, we hear from Felicity Brough (Waikato), and Rod Smillie (Taranaki, Whanganui and Manawatu).
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