Campervans are still making use of the Campervan Site next to The Rangiwahia Hall. We are also working with DOC to open up some of the run-down walks around Rangiwahia such as the Rangiwahia Bush and The Ruahine Dress Circle down Kelpie Road off Ruahine Road. DOC is also going to improve the carpark at the start of the Rangiwahia Track. They are also putting out tenders to improve the track up and around the huge slip on the track. Unfortunately it is not possible to form a track over the slip. So watch this space!

The first photo of the slip is taken from a helicopter. You can see the wooden bridge in the foreground. The track now goes up and around the slip adding about 30 minutes to the walk. The 2nd photo is taken while on the track.

We have also an update on the Main South Road sealing project. Last week a double power pole was shifted back about 15 meters at the top of the Mangoira Gorge, where there is a nasty sharp corner. By moving the poles it will enable contractors to take off the corner making it much safer. Work on the first 4 kms should commence in a few months, with sealing being completed by the end of 2012. The final 4 kms will then be prepared & sealed in 2013. Once the work starts I will be posting some photos!

By the way, Steve managed to be in the right place, at the right time one afternoon when a kingfisher hit the window and stood motionless for several minutes giving enough time for him to take several photos before it flew off. He was very pleased to get these as they are extremely difficult birds to photograph.

So do enjoy the photos.