12 Winter 2025 ISSUE 12 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption mains_H_2.webp GO TO Chilly chilly chilly out there Think of the caravan outlets as a single multi box Mains electricity & your caravan, for dummies Wayne Rravelich I have been an industrial electrician since the mid-70s, 30 years ago I spent a couple of years re-wiring State houses, so I know how house wiring works. Since I retired about 6 years ago, I have been doing a lot of electrical work on caravans and motorhomes, so have a relatively fair idea on how they work. You do not need to be an electrician to understand the basics of caravan electrics. We are only going to discuss the mains supply power, the 240Volt stuff, the BIG stuff, the stuff that can kill you if you get it wrong. We will talk about how to use the mains power, not how to work with it, if you need something fixed, get a qualified sparky to have a look, never play with mains power. Down to basics. Your caravan has mains power outlets, the three pin wall socket just like in your house. That is where the similarity ends. They both supply 240Volt AC for your appliances BUT the supply of power is different. The house is supplied by a 16mm cable from the street that carries heaps of power. Your caravan is supplied by a fancy extension lead, 1.5mm or, more commonly, 2.5mm from a controlled caravan supply. The caravan lead will never carry the same amount of power as the supply to your house. Something to remember. The power points in the caravan work just like the ones in your house but if you load them all up at the same time you will overload the controlled supply, and it will trip/ turn off. The caravan lead has a 16amp blue plug/socket and is controlled by a 16amp circuit breaker. This gives you about 3.5kWatts, a lot less than your home supply. You can still run you 2.5kW kettle, the 2kW fan heater, the hair dryer and the toaster, but not at the same time. TIP: Think of the caravan outlets as a single multi box. Don’t overload the supply. Boil the jug on the hob (don’t put the electric kettle on the gas ring, a friend did by mistake, and it was not a good outcome). Cook the toast under the grill or with a good gas toaster (see p33)and leave the hair dryer at home; you are on holiday after all. 🏕️ Wayne Ravelich is the APCNZ President and a retired sparky Up Up 12 Winter 2025 , p 17

12 Winter 2025 ISSUE 12 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption bluff_H_farm-night-5.webp GO TO Chilly chilly chilly out there the stunning night sky envelopes us STOP and STAY Bluff Farm Leigh Naylor Kings Birthday weekend 2025 If you’ve never been to Bluff Farm then you are missing a treat. Situated at 926 Ashley Gorge Road, Oxford with a red letterbox marking the turn off onto Kimbers Road, it is a working dairy farm owned by Gavin and Kylie Bay. You arrive to the welcoming yap of two Jack Russels— Bear and Poppy, who escort you into an expansive camping area recently planted in native shelter trees. To the west are the alluring foothills of Oxford where the sun sets leaving its final splash of hue before the stunning night sky envelopes us, revealing its magical, celestial display of stars and satellites. Oxford has now gained dark sky accreditation. The eerie call of morepork reaches us and the challenge is on — to find his home. To the east is the Ashley River with its braided channels and is home to wrybill, banded dotterel, black-backed gull, pied stilt, and South Island oyster catcher. Some of these birds are endangered and would make a great photo. Gavin and Kylie have recently built a spacious pergola area that we can use for shelter if it rains. It is graced by an enormous fire drum with two chimneys that draw so well when the fire is stoked with the wood generously supplied by the owners. When the door is open it invokes thoughts of fire breathing dragons with horns that also roar their presence. Our circle grows and the warmth invites conversation amongst the members. The fire guards our sacred stories of yesteryear as we reminisce, sharing our own camping experiences. Eventually the marshmallows and chocolate biscuits arrive. It’s time to toast up a treat!! Squishy hot marshmallow sandwiched between two choice bikkies. Yum!! Thanks to the children who volunteered to do the toasting. The glowing embers are massive and their warmth reaches our chilled bodies. Morepork is still calling to us — tomorrow we will find him. The new day is here with blue sky and sunshine. Magpies are warbling and bellbird is serenading us from the ribbonwood tree. Baby piglets eagerly grunt at us as we pass by their pen and mother pig lazily grazes in the paddock nearby. Life is good. It’s milking time and before the cows return, we amble up the farm track in search of elusive morepork. We check out barns and look in trees but to no avail — he is too clever for us! However, determination does win out. Tony spots him the following day, resting on the wood pile. Oh morepork with your uncanny cry !! You have made Bluff Farm your home. How good is that? Debbie has decided to try out her new oven. She has cooked scones and has served them with jam and cream — thanks Debbie. They were delicious and didn’t last long!! Some of us visit the Oxford market with its numerous craft and food stalls. Others bring out their metal detectors and share their skills in the art of metal detecting. A great pastime but no gold to be found. Oh well!! There’s always another day. Finally, a big thank you to our hosts Gavin and Kylie, who were there to chat to us and stoke the fire. You were terrific and your efforts were much appreciated. 🏕️ stopandstaynz.org Up Up 12 Winter 2025 , p 29

6 Summer 2023 6 Summer 2023 BUY AUTHOR INDEX AUTHORS Click on image for full view and caption tiny-chilly-best-med_mw.webp The best medicine Jayme Groeneveld Sometimes the best medicine you need is going somewhere with no phone signal so you can spend the whole day just giving each other shit. 
 ©2023 Jayme Groeneveld, Chilly Bin Adventures Instagram Up Up 6 Summer 2023 , p 15

9 Spring 2024 Spring 2024 ISSUE 9 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Lorraine Middleton Lorraine Middleton It all happened quickly and all I can say is thank goodness for roadside assistance… Cautionary tyre tale Lorraine Middleton I own a 1960 Pop Top, these tyres looked to be in good condition, no cracks etc, passed WOF at VTNZ no problem. Passing over a bit of road where the rumble strip had been removed but not filled in, my tyre got stuck in the rut and shredded. I had been warned about this bit of road but the rut had to be passed over. It all happened quite quickly and all I can say is thank goodness for roadside assistance as my son didn’t think it was safe to use the car jack on the poptop. I have since learnt from my tyre man: That tyres should be under 15 years of age and should have a date printed on them or you can google the serial number. (if you can’t find any information on the age of your tyres they are probably too old and only suitable as a spare). Tyres with tubes can pop and deflate quicker than modern tubeless tyres. Nitrogen in tyres helps stop them overheating and are less likely to have slow leaks (the gas is denser than air). I ended up replacing tyres and rims as it wasn’t that much more expensive than buying just tyres and tubes for the old rims. They are ones made for large jetski trailer and work well and don’t look out of place and we did have a nice roadside picnic while waiting for the AA. ◼️ Editor: My tyre man offers a more conservative story. Seven years max (or 70,000km). If you remove the tyre from the rim and inspect the insides, you can discover if it can go on longer, he told me. Collyn Rivers on p20 suggests 7–10 years. Photos: ©2024 Lorraine Middleton Up Up 9 Spring 2024 , p 16

3 Autumn 2023 3 Autumn 2023 BUY AUTHOR INDEX AUTHORS Click on image for full view and caption Mountain biking Andrew Morton If it was that easy, everyone would do it. I’ve fallen off the mountain bike, been stung on the lip by a bee, my van, rear sliding door has packed a sad and I can’t access my fridge! Lots of riding: one day a 600m climb, followed by two day-rides of 7hr and a 3hr ride on third day. It’s been cold up here in the Central North Island, in Summer, much to my surprise: snow. At least six days of torrential rain! But I would not swap this for anything, the light, the colours, the experiences, the people you meet, are priceless to me. Sure reminds me just how lucky I am to live in the south (Southland). Up Up 3 Autumn 2023 , p 23

9 Spring 2024 Spring 2024 ISSUE 9 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com ©2024 Mystenterprises.com There were days when progress seemed impossible, and nights spent brainstorming solutions. A new cassette toilet for small spaces: The making of the BlackMOA™ Mustafa Pasha New Zealand recently rolled out new legislation requiring all freedom camping vehicles to be self-contained. This move, aimed at preserving Aotearoa’s pristine environment, posed a significant challenge for many campervan owners. Enter the BlackMOA™ Cassette Toilet — a product born out of necessity and crafted with passion, resilience, and expertise. The Challenge Many campervan enthusiasts found themselves in a bind. Existing toilets on the market were either too bulky, required expensive modifications, or were simply not practical. Recognising this gap, our dedicated team of Kiwis created a solution that would both comply with the new standards and do the job better. Our Visionaries The team behind the BlackMOA™ was a diverse group of innovators. Leading the project was an MBA graduate and a Lincoln University PhD specialising in system modelling. Their deep understanding of complex systems was crucial in designing an efficient and compact toilet. Alongside them was a seasoned U.K. engineering graduate and a dedicated team of engineers and manufacturing specialists from overseas. Our Journey Developing the toilet was anything but easy. The team faced countless challenges, from design setbacks to manufacturing hurdles. There were days when progress seemed impossible, and nights spent brainstorming solutions. Remarkably, they achieved in 25 days what was expected to take eight months to a year. Through sheer commitment and determination, we got the job done. The Innovation The BlackMOA™ has unique features: Front removal design: Allows for easy installation and removal, eliminating the need for costly modifications. Compact height: Fits seamlessly into existing spaces, making it ideal for retrofits. Capacity: 12L Cassette vent: provides an odour outlet for the cassette. The regulations required this to begin with, but it is now optional. The Triumph Months of relentless work, testing, and refining finally culminated in a product that was both functional and elegant. It quickly gained traction, earning praise from locals, certifiers, and manufacturers for its thoughtful design and reliability. Campervan owners appreciated the attention to detail and ease of use. More than 1,000 units have been pre-booked and sold. The Legacy What started as a response to a legislative challenge has transformed into a thriving opportunity, built on the values of innovation, resilience, customer-centric design, and most importantly, local need. ◼️ Explore More Read about the BlackMOA™ here: ckw.nz/black-moa on the Myst website. Myst is a bespoke sourcing & procurement platform. The Myst Enterprise team is always seeking new ways to improve and adapt their products to meet the evolving needs of their customers. Today, along with the Blackmoa™ Cassette Toilet, Myst Enterprise offers magnetic curtains, complete upholstery, and conversion kits, and Fix’n’Rail at low costs to save money for Kiwis. mystenterprise.com Images ©2024 Myst Enterprise Up Up 9 Spring 2024 , p 25

9 Spring 2024 9 Spring 2024 BUY AUTHOR INDEX AUTHORS Click on image for full view and caption ©2024 Teresa Hall THe Fix-a-Potty™️ installed ©2024 Teresa Hall THe Fix-a-Potty™️ showing how the lower cassette can be removed. ©2024 Teresa Hall Showing how the Fix-a-Potty™️ works ©2024 Teresa Hall Fix-a-Potty™️ installed ©2024 Teresa Hall The Fix-a-Potty™️ bracket ©2024 Teresa Hall It was disheartening to see everyone discarding their small portable toilets. Developing an innovative camping toilet solution: Fix-a-Potty™ Teresa Hall I’m a Kiwi with a small family, and have a deep passion for exploring New Zealand. My interest in the NZ campervan community has grown significantly over the past year and a half. After purchasing a campervan for our travels, I quickly realised how expensive it was to maintain, so I began renting it out to offset the costs. The success of that venture led me to purchase a second campervan, allowing us to use our one more frequently. When I needed to get my campers self-contained, I found it incredibly challenging to find accurate information on the process. Determined to understand it fully, I educated myself around self-containment. As my knowledge grew, I noticed how many others were struggling with the same issues, so I decided to create a website — a one-stop resource for all the information people need. Then, when the regulations changed, I saw people with small campers equipped with oversized toilets because the only fixed options on the market had capacities for four or more people. It was also disheartening to see everyone discarding their small portable toilets, which felt like an environmental disaster. That’s when Fix-a-Potty™ was born! Throughout this journey, I’ve learned a lot about creating and selling products. It’s not as straightforward as it seems. From building a website, setting up e-commerce, and handling accounting; to dealing with pricing, approval, patenting, trademarking, copywriting, packaging, logistics, production, design, marketing, and customer correspondence… The list is endless. My respect for anyone who sells products has grown immensely. In short, I designed Fix-a-Potty™ for the campervan community to provide more affordable and compact toilet options, with the intention of helping everyone continue to enjoy all that New Zealand has to offer. We are New Zealand owned and operated and all our products are made here in Aotearoa by awesome New Zealanders. And you know what! If I spot one of my brackets in your campers I will be really chuffed. ◼️ Website: more details or to buy: fixapotty.co.nz Facebook: ckw.nz/fb-fixapotty Images ©2024 Teresa Hall Up Up 9 Spring 2024 , p 23

11 autumn 2025 11 autumn 2025 BUY AUTHOR INDEX AUTHORS Click on image for full view and caption The Jim Nimmo Bridge, Waiohine DOC campsite, Wairarapa. © 2025 Jessica Mae Bajet The Jim Nimmo Bridge Waiohine DOC campsite, Wairarapa. © 2025 Jessica Mae Bajet Looking up at the Jim Nimmo Bridge Waiohine DOC campsite, Wairarapa. © 2025 Jessica Mae Bajet Signs Waiohine DOC campsite, Wairarapa. © 2025 Jessica Mae Bajet The shelter. Waiohine DOC campsite, Wairarapa. © 2025 Jessica Mae Bajet an adventure-filled campsite! Waiohine Gorge Jessica Mae Bajet Just got back from an adventure-filled Waiohine Gorge campsite! Honest payment system: $10 per adult, $5 child. Flush toilets. Picnic tables. Ample spots for camping. No mobile network signal. Total fire ban. Dogs on a leash only. No dump station in the area. Great swimming and rafting. DOC campsite. ckw.nz/waiohine 18km NW of Greytown. The road in is gravel with rough, narrow, and windy sections. There are two forded stream crossings. n The Jim Nimmo Bridge Up Up 11 autumn 2025 , p 23

9 Spring 2024 9 Spring 2024 BUY AUTHOR INDEX AUTHORS Click on image for full view and caption Then our nightmare started. Buyer beware Anonymous I have chronic persisting back pain. I cannot last more than about 5 minutes doing any chores before pain sends me to a chair. Sometimes I can do the supermarket run easily, other times it’s agony. When we go camping I can only sit and watch others go exploring when really I would prefer to join them. It is another form of a horrible cruel, disability. Buying the caravan meant we could travel with my mobility scooter inside the caravan. This meant not only could I get involved on walks with our camping group, it also meant we didn’t need to sell our car to buy a van which would have meant that I couldn’t take our young granddaughters camping with us. I know the caravan is classed as a toy hauler, but we didn’t want to use it for toys, rather as a means to improve my life. The caravan was only 9 years old. We pawed over the photos, checked questions asked, relieved to read it was water tight when asked about leaks and damages. Measurements seemed to work for holding my scooter. It had an awning which we could use to store the scooter in at night which meant we could access the bathroom area at night. So we made a phone call to the owner to discuss it further. I asked, if they kept it, what would they do to improve it. They said nothing needed doing. We asked if they could hold it for us until the following weekend however they were not keen. We were going away south that weekend and they were going away for a week. We were concerned someone local to them would look at it before we got to view. it So after considering all the information we had, and as they had answered everything in a positive manner, we chose to trust them and made an offer which was accepted. We pressed Buy Now. Vintage Wagon at a Whanganui Vintage weekend 2024. ©2024 Margaret Earle Why we didn’t do an inspection at pickup The few days before we went to collect the caravan, hubby was recovering from having put his back out. We almost cancelled the drive to collect it. We travelled the day prior to the pick up so as to break our trip. On the day we collected it, rain was coming in waves. We could only carefully follow them around the caravan as they showed us how things worked. Hubby asked if the roof was in good condition . He said yes and offered us to go up on a balcony to look, but we chose to trust him as it was a sloped section and we couldn’t afford either of us to upset our backs. I did attempt to walk up a small sloped driveway to see what I could, but it was not high enough. So, we were pleased he confirmed it was in good nick. After sheltering from a rain shower in their garage, we loaded and left. Then our nightmare started. Big leak We stayed at a riverside camp on the way home because hubby was struggling with his back. We decided to leave the caravan attached to the car, even though it meant the back of the caravan was higher than the front. It was only for one night. It poured with yet another rain shower. Then I glanced up and noticed a line of water about 10 cm wide, flowing past the shower door, past the hand basin area, reaching the toilet door. Approx a metre long. It was no small trickle. I wish we had taken a photo before we grabbed a towel to mop it up. On closer inspection, the outer corner of the caravan was soft and full of water. I had noticed a smell when we first entered the caravan, but I thought it was because the caravan had been shut up and needed a good clean and airing. We, fortunately, are not used to musty smells. We are now! The awning was stored in that part of the caravan which will be why we didn’t notice that damp corner. First thing Monday, I called a local specialist and booked it to be looked at. We had to wait til the end of the week. I burst into tears when they told us what they found. The roof was soft and is probably the main cause of water down the sides of the caravan. There were signs of repairs in many places. It has had ongoing prolonged water ingress. It will need stripping before they can see the extent of damage done. We were guttered. They took 39 photos. We also discovered earlier in the week that the awning was not the right style for the caravan either. The awning had rounded corners, (and two big rips), whereas the caravan had square corners. I contacted a firm that dealt with this style of caravan and they said the manufacturer did not recommend using this style of awning but a “pull out” model only. Warning At the time of writing this, the caravan still sits empty, untouched in our back yard. We are in discussions with our lawyer. Victims don’t seem to have many rights these days. There is lots of protection for the seller though. Good and bad ones. So, do get your vehicle checked so no one can pull the wool over your eyes. More On investigation we discovered that not many firms want to do a pre-purchase inspection anymore. If anything is missed or not able to be seen (come on, they can’t take it all apart!), the firm takes the hit — purchasers try to make it a financial one to avoid having to pay for it themselves. So I guess we can’t blame them for not wanting to do inspections. I heard this from a number of firms I contacted. Google ‘caravan pre-purchase inspection’ for someone near the seller. The best advice I was given was don’t buy it before seeing it. If the owner won’t hold it— there could be a reason… ◼️ The writer has chosen to be anonymous. See page 20 What you need to look for… for a checklist from Collyn Rivers. Up Up 9 Spring 2024 , p 21

7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Kakaying Momorangi Bay ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan Cycling ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan Abel Tasman Hike ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan The lighthouse ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan Slope Point ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan St Arnaud Bushline Hut overnight walk ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan Sundown at Cobden Lagoon ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan Ten tips for hitting the road full time Kimberlea Turner Van life is becoming more and more popular but the transition to this lifestyle can be far from smooth. Don’t worry, we’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to. After 3 years on the road, here’s our list of 10 tips to get you from house life to road life. 1. Join a club We recommend joining All Points Camping Club of NZ which opens up a whole host of events, advice, regional groups to connect with, people to meet as well as a host of discounts — ferry crossings, internet, insurance, retail, experiences etc. 2. Check your insurance Check your insurance is for living full time in your caravan/motorhome, plus contents. Star Campercare is a popular option as they specialise in caravan, camper and motorhome insurance. Most policies include a figure for caravan-related contents, but weigh up your options whether it’s worth adding on an extra contents policy for your personal effects. 3. Internet You’ve got a few options these days between endless data plans, portable wifi and satellite wifi. A popular portable option is Netspeed Mobile Broadband, who can also supply antenna boosters and 12V adapters so if you need to be on grid while you’re off grid your internet connection is something to look into. Abel Tasman National Park 4. Homeschooling If you’re travelling with kids, plan for their schooling well in advance — the two main options are a. Te Kura Correspondence via the Itinerancy Pathway, where they are “attending” a registered school with a teacher setting their work. b. Homeschooling, where you are building your own curriculum and required to apply to the Ministry of Education for an ‘Exemption from Attending a Registered School’. This requires at least 6 weeks to be approved, plus the time it takes you to research and write it, so get started early! 5. Move into a smaller place (if possible) One of the best things we did was move from our huge 4 bedroom home, into a smaller 2 bedroom flat for the last 6 months while we prepared to hit the road. It allowed us to get our home ready to rent, and we were forced to do most of the downsizing then, taking with us only what we needed to get through the next 6 months. It made it much easier to pack up all our belongings at the end and the kids got used to having only a box or two of toys, and we all got used to putting things away as soon as we used them… well that was the theory anyway, it’s always a work in progress. 6. Pick a date and stick with it Our deciding date was our eldest daughter turning 5 in February 2021, but we ended up picking a date just shy of the Christmas before, and once we had that date in our minds we had something to work back from otherwise it’s so easy to drag it out longer and longer because, SPOILER ALERT, you’ll never feel “ready”. 7. Take half of what you “need” Disclaimer: we’re still learning this one. But honestly, in your mind what you think you need and what you actually need are worlds apart. We each have one small cupboard of clothes and only one “going out” outfit each and a small selection of toys. One option is to store a bunch of things you might need, and if you haven’t come back for them in a year you’ll be more open to donating or sell them. 8. Pack all-weather gear Have gear ready for all seasons when you head off — good quality rain jackets and gumboots as well as sun hats and swimming togs — you’ll be way more in touch with nature and surprised how often you need clothes for every season. 9. Pack a tool kit If you’re not already a handy person, you will be! Four people in a 14m2 home on wheels is going to put stress on things and between the caravan, the car, and the bikes there’s always something to fix. Maybe our claim to fame is we’ve visited almost every hardware store in the South Island! 10. Be prepared for the highs and lows We have some pretty neat highs, but remember not everything makes it to social media… There are days we want to pull our hair out (or each other’s) or sometimes you’re just “go go go” for so long you start to burn out and take the journey for granted. Remember it’s a long-term journey and the vibes will ebb and flow. Always, when we look back at our journey, we are blown away with where we’ve been, what we’ve seen and all the time we’ve been able to spend together. We can’t wait to see you out there! All photos ©2024 Two Kids and a Caravan facebook.com/twokidsandacaravan St Arnaud Bushline Hut overnight walk GO TO Celebrating Summer we’ve made the mistakes so you don’t have to Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 17 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) ISSUE 4 editor@campingthekiwiway.org

Autumn 2023 ISSUE 3 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Almadale Bulls: heading to CAMPFEST Editor Be sure to phone and / or check each place before you rely on it. The February cyclone has put some out of action. Also check arrival times, spaces, cost, pets etc before you arrive. A BULLS TO TAIHAPE Gumtree Motorhome Park, Taihape Very quiet and picturesque setting. $ , power, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/gumtree Mangaweka Campground, Mangaweka Beautiful camp by the river with spectacular water. Fill your tank here. $ , power, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/mangaweka Awastone, Mangaweka Has cafe coffee, a bar and a hot tub. $ , Power. http://ckw.nz/awastone Flat Hills Cafe & Tourist Park, Mangaweka Lovely grounds and good food. Very family friendly. Wifi. $ , Power, e-bike charging, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/flat-hills Queens Park, Hunterville Mature trees. Tents are ok. Beside SH1. Toilets, dog friendly. FREE Tricky for large vehicles. http://ckw.nz/queens Putai Ngahere Domain / Vinegar Hill, Hunterville Huge grassy area, tents and vehicles. Bush walks. Bird song. Flood warning sirens. FREE in the off season, no dogs between Labour Day and Easter. http://ckw.nz/vinegar Marton You can freedom camp anywhere in Marton except on the reserves. B Bulls to Mangaweka Awastone, Mangaweka Has cafe coffee, a bar and a hot tub. $ , Power. http://ckw.nz/awastone Mangaweka Campground, Mangaweka Beautiful camp by the river with spectacular water. Fill your tank here. $ , power, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/mangaweka Āpiti Tavern, Apiti Park up on the former tennis court. Costs? Power. http://ckw.nz/apiti-tavern Āpiti Domain, Āpitii Lots of grassy space and quite flat. Short walk to the tavern. FREE , toilets. http://ckw.nz/apiti Londons Ford Reserve, Kimbolton Beautiful peaceful place with easy access and lots of level ground. Allows tents. FREE , toilet open to end Mar, dogs allowed (under control). http://ckw.nz/londons Bartlett's Ford, Kimbolton Great spot; spacious. Swim in the river. FREE , toilets to end Mar, dogs allowed (under control). http://ckw.nz/bartletts Heritage Park Rhododendron, Kimbolton A quiet place to stay with beautiful surroundings. $ , pet friendly, self-contained. http://ckw.nz/rhodos Kimbolton Hotel, Kimbolton Parking out the back. Walk into the town. $ donation, e-bike charging, pet friendly, self-contained, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/kimbolton-h Kimbolton Domain, Kimbolton Plenty of room and very quiet. Walk to town. FREE http://ckw.nz/kimbolton-d Cheltenham Hotel, Cheltenham Parking out the back. FREE , showers cost, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/cheltenham Almadale Almadale Recreation Reserve, Cheltenham A little gem of a spot beside the babbling Oroua River. Beautiful little bush walk across the swing bridge. FREE , toilets, self-contained, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/almadale Menzies Ford, Fielding Gravel access. FREE , self contained, possibly no large vehicles or caravans. http://ckw.nz/menzies Feilding Holiday Park, Fielding A lovely setting with beautiful trees. $ , dump station, power, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/fielding-hp Victoria Park, Fielding Sports area, so avoid on Saturday. FREE , toilets, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/victoria Timona Park, Fielding Gates lock at dusk. A quiet park with big trees and walking trails along the river. FREE , dump station, toilets, self-contained, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/timona Coach House Museum, Fielding Gates close at 4pm. Home to an outstanding collection of rural New Zealand Heritage. Walking distance to town. $: pay to visit the museum and stay overnight. Pet friendly, self-contained, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/coach-house C Bulls to Pohangina Pohangina Base Campsite, Pohangina Valley Dry weather only. $, toilets, dogs on leads. 
 http://ckw.nz/poha-base Piripiri campsite, Pohangina Valley DOC. Short steep, gravel, difficult access. FREE , dog on leads, self-contained. http://ckw.nz/pirpiri Totara Reserve Regional Park, Pohangina Valley Beautiful. Native bush, bird song. Bush walks. Closes at Easter (reopens Labour Weekend). $ , power, no dogs, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/totara From the Pohangina Valley look out. ©2023 M Richardson Pohangina Valley Lookout, Pohangina Panoramic views of the Pohangina Valley. FREE , self-contained. Pohangina Domain, Pohangina Valley Parking for about 3 vans, surrounded by fields. FREE , self-contained. Raumai Reserve, Ashhurst Beside the river in the Pohangina Valley. Large grey cliffs are a dramatic backdrop; trees and shrubs offer shade. FREE , toilets. http://ckw.nz/raumai Ashhurst Domain Motor Camp, Ashhurst One of Manawatū's remnants of native bush. Bushwalking, biking, bird watching, camping, picnics, swimming or walking the dog. $ , dump station, power, pet friendly. http://ckw.nz/ashhurst-camp Ashhurst Domain, Ashhurst One of Manawatū's remnants of native bush. Bushwalking, biking, bird watching, camping, picnics, swimming or walking the dog. FREE , pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/ashhurst The mural on the wall at the Campbell St campervan park. ©2023 M Richardson Campbell St Campervan Park, Palmerston North Central city. FREE . Palmerston North Holiday Park, Palmerston North Near the pool and the river. $ , dump station, power, no dogs, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/pn-holiday Ahimate Reserve, Palmerston North Gates close at 8pm. Plenty of room. Great for dogs — agility track and training area. Walkways and cycling. FREE , toilets, pet friendly, self-contained, large vehicle ok. http://ckw.nz/ahimate Sanson Domain, Sanson Beside SH1. Park at the back for less road noise. Local market on Sundays. FREE , toilets, no dogs during organised events, self-contained, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/sanson D Bulls to the sea Dudding Lake Motorcamp & Picnic Park, Marton Park by the lake. You can boat in it, fish it, walk around it. $ power, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/dudding Koitiata Motor Camp, Turakina Quiet site, close to the path to the beach. Te Araroa walkers overnight in their tents here. $ (cash only), dump station, power, pet friendly. http://ckw.nz/koitiata Scotts Ferry Motor Camp, Scotts Ferry Next to the river and not far from the beach and the forest. Lots of lovely walks. $ , toilets, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/scotts Tangimoana Motor Camp, Tangimoana Lovely camp. Great walks, 5 min walk to the cafe. $ , toilets, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/tangimoana Sanson Domain, Sanson Beside SH1. Park at the back to reduce the road noise. Local market on Sundays. FREE , toilets, no dogs when events are on, self-contained, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/sanson Himatangi Beach Holiday Park, Himatangi Nice and peaceful. A 10 minute walk to the beach. $ , dump station, power, pet friendly, large vehicles ok. http://ckw.nz/himatangi Rongotea Wear Street Carpark, Rongotea Visit one of the local gardens and pick up some freshly baked bread and a double scoop of ice cream from the local store. A quiet spot for the night. Handy to recycling. FREE . http://ckw.nz/rongotea HUNTERVILLE: SCENIC BACK ROADS An alternative scenic route (dirt) is to take Ongo Road to the west of Hunterville, and then north via Turakina Valley Road where a lot of camping opportunities beside the river can be found. You can get lost in these dirt roads, so be sure of your route. The final destination is back to Taihape. Or turn south off Ongo road onto Mangahoe Road then take Turakina Valley Road south to Turakina. If you like, turn left before Turakina on Makuhao Road and head towards the Tutaenui Reservoir where a walk around the lake can be enjoyed as well as a car park for an overnight stay (be prepared to be woken early by dog walkers and MTBs using the track). Gregory Smith Rangatikei and Manawatu Up Up 3 Autumn 2023 , p 14

4 Winter 2023 Winter 2023 ISSUE 4 BUY PDF CONTENTS Up Kimbolton Sculpture Festival 2023 Gary Stoneley Up As with previous Kimbolton Sculpture Festivals the Kimbolton Rural Art committee put on a fantastic one-day festival. Together with 200 other campers, we had the opportunity to camp in the paddock at the back of the festival from Friday through to Saturday. There’s nothing like being right on the spot where all the action happens. The festival is a mix of small to very large artworks, sculptures with mainly a rural theme, put together using all manner of bits and pieces from shearing blades to bike tyres. The artworks are always impressive and it’s hard to comprehend the hundreds of hours of work that are put into creating them. This year’s sculptures had a very high quality of finish and I wouldn’t be surprised if there weren’t more than a few tears of frustration and exhaustion mixed with the passion and satisfaction in completing a masterpiece. Terrybull, by Regan Cooper, winner, People’s Choice ©2023 Gary Stoneley As well as the adult-entry competition sculptures there were competitions for local students and schools. A large number of craft and food stalls were distributed around the venue with something for everyone. There was a busy and lively vibe throughout the day that continued until a blast of rain put a bit of a damper on the event. The weekend camping was hosted and managed by the All Points Camping Club of NZ with camping proceeds going towards sponsorship of the People’s Choice award. This year Regan Cooper’s winning sculpture ‘Terrybull’ (above) was well worthy of the $1,000 prize money. A great weekend, well-enjoyed by campers and festival attendees alike. We are looking forward to the next Sculpture Festival scheduled for April 2025. NEXT: April ‘25 Put it in your diary now. Up Up recycled and found materials, gems from the back of the shed, made into unique sculptures Terrybull, by Regan Cooper, winner, People’s Choice ©2023 Gary Stoneley The weekend camping was hosted and managed by the All Points Camping Club of NZ with camping proceeds going towards sponsorship of the People’s Choice award. Terrybull, by Regan Cooper, winner, People’s Choice ©2023 Gary Stoneley 1/7 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) editor@campingthekiwiway.org