Fund invites applications for access projects

Groups undertaking projects to enhance access to New Zealand’s outdoors are invited to apply for funding through the Enhanced Access Fund 2014.

A new funding approach for 2014-15 will see $76,000 made available over four funding rounds, with priority given to initiatives that obtain new access and projects such as the installation of signs that inform the public about access opportunities.

Kiwi culture shines in Top Outdoor Spot winning entries

Kiwi beach scene and a poetic description of the East Cape township of Te Araroa have taken top honours in the 2014 Top Outdoor Spot competition.

Looking to the future

How can the New Zealand Walking Access Commission improve the way it engages with the public? Board member Mike Barnett shares his thoughts on the way forward.

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 Nicola Henderson (Hawke’s Bay and Wairarapa) and Noel Beggs (Otago and Southland).

Share your mapping system feedback and win

Outdoor enthusiasts who have used the Walking Access Mapping System in the past six months are being asked to share their thoughts via a user survey for the chance to win one of five $100 petrol vouchers.

Share your views on our service

The Commission is running a short online survey to gather feedback from members of the public who have emailed, phoned or met its regional field advisors or Wellington staff in the past year.