Issue-3-NZLC-Magazine-Nov2018

Hey APCNZ Members. The savings just keep getting better.

The new membership cards are going out with all new and renewed
memberships. If your membership has recently renewed and you did not
receive a new card please email [email protected] with your
contact and delivery details.
The ‘new’ member savings listed on this page are in addition to those
already available to our members – It’s looking pretty good.
For further information on all member benefits please go to the Members
only page on the APCNZ website (for Financial members only) and login or
register.

Introduction

Welcome to issue 3 of the NZ Lifestyle Camping Magazine, the summer edition.
This magazine has been put together by volunteers who are passionate about getting out and
about camping across New Zealand. We hope you enjoy reading this and invite you to share it
with any other persons or organisations interested in camping in NZ.
The magazine is the official magazine of the All Points Camping Club of NZ but is available to ‘all’
camping related clubs and supporters in NZ to get your news out.
As we head into the season of Christmas and New Year festivities and summer craziness we
especially want to wish you and those you love a safe and enjoyable holiday season. Take extra
care on the roads and while camping but above all have a great time.

Editor

Past issues of the magazine and the early club newsletters can be found at
www.allpointscampingnz.org

In this Issue

Camping Club News and events

APCNZ New Year camp
Kimbolton Sculture Festival
Ashley Gorge South Island Camp

Around the regions, Stories and recommendations

Don’t Push your luck - Alan Knight
Woodville Housebus and Truck Gathering – Wayne Ravelich
Whakatane Snapper 1000 – Wayne Ravelich
Spots in Canterbury – Wayne Searle

Contributors

Alan Knight, Lyn Navin, Wayne Ravelich, , Gary Stoneley, Wayne Searle, Colin Forster

Photo credits: Front cover – Simon Craggs

Articles coming in Issue 4
- APCNZ Camp at SteamPunk the Thames
- Nelson Motorhome Show
- Camping and Fishing at Ngawi
- More places to see and stay

We are looking for your stories, tips and recipes, and events that may be of interest to other campers.
Email [email protected]

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All Points Camping Club News

Wow! It’s been three years. In November 2015 the idea of a National camping club that supported all campers
started to become a reality. On New Years Eve, the 31st December, we will definitely be celebrating our 3rd birthday.
Thank you to all the members and committee past and present, in particular those who have contributed ideas and
provided support and encouragement. It has been a challenging but rewarding time building the club, with a few
interesting moments. It is fantastic that we have a very supportive committee who are passionate about camping
and happy to take the lead when required.
At the time of this magazine going out we have just finished the Steampunk camp at Thames which was a huge
success and few of us are preparing for events this weekend promoting the club. Beverley and I are heading to
Nelson to man a stand for the Rotary Motorhome Show and our Vice President Wayne with his wife Jo will be raising
the flag at a fishing competition at Ngawi.
All Points Camping Club (North, South, East and West) was always intended to support all NZ campers including
budget travellers and active / sports campers and it is great to see the different groups coming on board. It has been
great to see our club members out and about promoting the organisation, both with hosting events and
participating with other groups. The friendships, memories and stories we have from these gatherings are seldom
forgotten.
As we travel around New Zealand we find it interesting the number of campers, and campground owners who have
never heard of our club. We do our bit to introduce it, but never push it. Our club profile is getting much better
known throughout NZ and what is fantastic is that we regularly receive comments complementing us on our
friendly, inclusive and not controlling attitude. I believe that it is important that we maintain our club focus of being
supportive and inclusive of all campers, including those with young families and those in tents, small vans, trailer

campers etc. Starting with or getting back to basics (with a lower carbon footprint) and applying ‘can do’ kiwi
ingenuity in camping is something we should be proud of.

Much of the growth in our club has come through social media, plus our support of a fair self-containment scheme.
When the club took this on mid 2017 we never expected it to get as big as it have with 3500 certificates since
issued. The workload is such that the self containment scheme, through NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd, and club
memberships (approx 1300) now engages two staff on a part time basis.

Membership Benefits

Our support package for club members includes a growing range of partnership discounts. Special
acknowledgement goes to our major supporting partners being Kiwi Holiday Parks and Accommodation and Star
Camper Care Insurance. In this issue of NZ Lifestyle Camping Magazine you will notice that the list of supporting /
discount businesses has grown considerably. Please take advantage of and enjoy the savings that we are bringing to
our members. You will need one of the new membership cards and these will be issued with new and renewed
memberships or can be ordered from [email protected] .

New Supporting Partners

- APCNZ has now partnered with the CSC Buying Groups to bring our members a range of discounts from a
great selection of retailers. We have made initial approaches to camping retail chains with a preference to
working alongside and supporting NZ owned and operated suppliers.

- My Car Your Rental provides an opportunity for New Zealanders to earn revenue from that vehicle (car or
campervan) sitting idle in the driveway and for other Kiwi’s to enjoy an affordable holiday. All the hardwork
is done for you and Henrik at www.mycaryourrental.com has worked hard to develop a hassle free rental
scheme. The income opportunity makes this worth considering with an APCNZ special thrown in.

Regional Growth and Club Networks

With more than 1000 members spread throughout NZ, the club is slowly moving towards regional support networks.
These have not been formalised, however the constitution allows for regional groups to be represented on the club
committee. In building a national club, we can only go so far with organising events from Base Camp (centred in
Feilding, Manawatu). It is important that our members are supported in from within their regions.

Often, getting things happening regionally takes considerable time and perseverance. Initial numbers at a first
camping event may be very small but over time as more events get added and more people hear about it the
numbers grow.

We are currently building regional support bases in Auckland, Waikato, Wellington, Tasman, Lower North Island and
Canterbury, with several events having been held or coming up.

Club Promotion

A promotional vehicle has been purchased by NZ
Lifestyle Camping Ltd (funded from self containment
revenue) which is available for club promotion at no
cost. Logos and Decals are slowly being added and
they definitely generate some interesting questions.
Unexpectedly we have been asked several times if our
van is a rental so the interest in rentals is definitely
out there.

One of the biggest expenses the club has in
developing its base throughout NZ is the ongoing cost
of promotional material. This includes purchasing
flyers, flags and banners, website and facebook

hosting costs, plus signage for events etc. We try to do this as efficiently as possible and are slowly providing
resources to our regional representatives around the country.
If you receive some extra flyers with your membership (or membership renewal) pack why not hand one out to
someone else. The club logo is available in several sizes and signage for large vehicles, camps and businesses is an
option. (If you are planning on hosting a camping related event we provide public liability cover and may be able to
secure some sponsorship.)

Membership Subscriptions
Thank you for renewing you club membership. Your annual membership subscription helps to ensure the financial
stability of our club and enables us to manage the organisation better. At less than $1.50 per week, the $30.00
membership fee covers the Kiwi Holiday Parks discount card, labels, printing, courier and processing fees. The small
balance remaining is used for the purchase of resources, website cost and general club operating expenses.
We are currently looking at upgrading our membership software and have been quoted several thousand dollars to
do this per year. So please, ensure you pay your subscription renewal. If you have not yet received a renewal invoice
please contact Lyn Bennett [email protected]

Next Steps

Over the next few months we will be rebuilding and developing the club’s websites, membership pages and working
to improve our member support. If you have ideas and practical suggestions on how we could better improve our
member support please contact me on [email protected] .

Gary Stoneley, President. All Points camping Club of NZ

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If you have a pop top, caravan, motorhome, motorcycle, classic or prestige car contact
John at STAR Camper Care Insurance or talk to one of the team. Tell them you are an All
Points Camper member and receive STAR treatment. Two of the great things about the
Star group is the free roadside assistance and their very flexible coverage for accessories
and contents. https://campercare.co.nz/ Ph 0800 965 965
APCNZ financial members receive 10% discount on all Star Insurance products. You must
advise the consultant that you are an APCNZ member and provide your membership
number.

Darrell is the man to talk to at OZTent NZ. The OZTent range is so easy to put up or attach
to a vehicle. Also agents for Weber Barbecues and part of Heatrite (Plumbing, Gas,
Heating) in Palmerston North it’s a great company to have supporting us.
www.oztent.co.nz Check out the videos online.

Phillip at Tackle Tactics could be considered a fishing expert. “NZ's leading supplier of
quality Surfcasting & Fishing gear.” Check out their website and mail order store
http://www.tackletactics.co.nz/ or pop into their store in Foxton. Anything you need for
Fishing - Phillip Kettle is the man to ask.

Contact Vantage RV for savings on Roof Top campers, the latest satellite dishes, TVs,
Fridges, accessories plus much more). http://www.vantagerv.nz/ Silverdale, Auckland

Lifestyle Gear provide innovative and trendy outdoor and camping products with a focus on
being environmentally friendly. Their hardwearing floor mats made from recycled rubber
being one of the most popular products. Check out their website at www.lifestylegear.co.nz
. Using code APC10 will give all APC members 10% off all products that are not on already
on sale.

Discover Net Mobile Broadband - APCNZ members will have access to totally mobile wifi /
broadband at NZ’s lowest prices. 5% off
The purchase of plans and equipment. Please go to www.discover.net.nz/apcnz to obtain
your discount.

RV Mega / RV Shop (Mt Maunganui) - Store wide savings with your APCNZ membership
card.

RV Dreams (Lower Hutt) - Storewide savings with your APCNZ
membership card.

MyCarYourRental.com is the place where you can list your camper or car for rent to make
an extra income - or rent one from your neighbour. Working towards a more sustainable
way for car rental and car ownership, MyCarYourRental has special offers for members of
All Points Camping club members who wish to get their vehicle self-contained or need to
rent a car or camper. Use discount code “AP2018” to get $35 off your next sustainable
rental car!

All Points Camping membership CSC discount card - refer to the flyer included with this
pack.
Discounts include Beaurepaires, Carters, Guthrie Borwon, Ideal Electrical, Office Max,
PitStop, Placemakers and Mico Plumbing

If you have contacts with a compatible business that would be interested in working with APCNZ please let us know.

APCNZ Member Blogs

Woodville Labour Weekend
Housebus / Truck Vintage Gathering.

Recently Jo and I attended the above gathering along with about a dozen other APCNZ Club members including Lyn
& Ross Bennett from Hamilton. With about 40 vehicles attending over the weekend it was amazing to see the vast
difference in how people set their buses and trucks up whether it’s used for vacations or lived in full time on the
road.
Our Mitsubishi Fuso bus was one of the younger buses there. Those attending included a 1953 AEC Reliance, a few
SB3 Bedford’s. A couple of the Bedford school buses among many other interesting buses and house trucks. Overall
a great weekend and a huge thank you goes to the organizers for making this possible. We hope this becomes a
regular event.
Ross and I, apart from meeting a lot of new people and promoting APCNZ, managed to find time to do a Self-
Containment check on a current members bus. I would recommend that if this gathering is held again that as many
people with an interest on the older motor homes make the effort to attend.

Wayne Ravelich

APCNZ Member Blogs

Don't push ya luck

By Alan Knight

This was Written under force and threats. My South Island Journey so far.

Started early October, across the strait on a lovely
calm crossing.

Picton.... Went up to Whatamango doc
camp. Beautiful calm peaceful camp right on the
water in an inlet from the ferry channel.
There was something in the mud bushes that night,
out I went with my torch but wasn't brave enough
to go in the bushes lol.

Next day shot down to Wairau Division
reserve. The white baiters were lined along the
river camping but stacks of room still to
camp. They say they get about 1 kg a day in their
nets.
The following night moved up more closer to the
beach, and once again nice and peaceful.

Stayed at Taylor Dam reserve just south of Blenheim. Nothing special but had first encounter with grubby
tourists who just shrugged their shoulders at the mess and drove off.

Headed off south again. About 20 mins south
of Blenheim the winds came along and I tell
you, I reckon I had the camper up on 2 wheels
just before a bridge. (If it wasn't for my
skill). Anyway, I decided ‘this is dodgy and I
need to get off the road’. Aimed for Ward
beach and off I went. Oops. Right on the East
Coast beach and the wind is strong. Tried to
hide the camper behind some bushes but was
still getting beat up bad. Anyway, the farmer
come down and told us to follow him to his
farm. Put us in a nice secluded spot protected
from the wind and very strong gusts. In the
morning he was shearing so in we went and
earn our keep by working the shearing shed for
the morning.

Left and dawdled down to Kaikoura. A few stops along the coast with all the slip repairs but I didn’t
care. The work those guys have done makes the Manawatu gorge look like kiddies in a kindergarten
sandpit. Amazing work done there.
Went to a camp on the shore for the night, then drove out to the point n went an interacted with the
seals. Had to detour on the boardwalk as 1 seal had taken his afternoon nap on it. And he hissed at the
little Asian man who thought he cud encroach his spot. Never seen anyone jump off a boardwalk so quick
lol.

Next day got off the beaten track heading to Nape, Nape Rd. 27 mins of gravel Rd but no corrugation so
was just plain dusty. And at the end just a quiet dead-end spot right on the beach. No internet or cell
coverage but tv still worked so I was ok. 1 night was all that was spent there.

And on to the stress. Christchurch. I hate that place. I got so lost.

Even the GPS had me driving over grass all the
time. But I was there for the off-road racing at the
weekend so had to stick around. In my travels I came
across Yaldhurst car museum. Apparently it's privately
owned now by a man who bought it for a tax write
off. But if you like the rustic look museums this is a
definite must to see. I used my charm on one of the
employees there and I managed to go thru the staff
only gate and get to see all the amazing stuff the
public don't get to see.

I spent 3 nights camping right on the front straight of
the offloading nationals track. Glad I had my
awning. Gee it was hot. Had lots of Jafa friends down
for it as well so my awning Was The corporate box.

Popped down to Ashburton. Stayed 2 nights at a pop. Vintage car guy so right up my alley with all the old
cars and rustic relics as my neighbours.

Anyway. . . So far I have learnt to remember
fly spray and sitri . . citrin. . . .citrine. . .
.smelly candle stuff to keep the bugs
away. Had neither one-night and my ceiling
was black from me swatting the pesky beep
beep mossies’.
Dunno where I am at the moment but who
cares eh. . . I know there's a river beside me
lol.

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APCNZ Member Blogs

Whakatane
Snapper $1000

At the end of September, a number of APCNZ and The Foxton Surfcasting Club travelled to Whakatane to attend the
annual Invitational Snapper $1000 surfcasting competition for the 7th time. The event is hosted by the Whakatane
Surfcasting Club and held at the Thornton Motor Camp, a great venue right on the beach front with excellent
amenities, friendly staff and dogs allowed. If you are in the Bay check this camp out, heaps of room for campers,
tents, vans and buses with cabins and chalets available.
This event is organized by Robin & Ray Burton along with a handful of club members helping out. This year All Points
camping provided Two prize packs including family membership to APCNZ. The prize packs were awarded to the
best and worst camp sites along the beach for the overnight competition. A huge thanks must go to Ray Burton for
along with his duties running the comp he found time to check on the camp sites and take some photos.
After the fishing but before the prizegiving Ray and myself went over the photos and chose the Two winners. A
family from the Bay of Plenty took out the best camp with a trailer camper and Team Feilding with a tarp and
driftwood got the effective but worst campsite. As a fanatical fisherman and camper, we will be back again next
year.

Phillip at Tackle Tactics could be considered a fishing expert. “NZ's leading supplier of quality
Surfcasting & Fishing gear.” Check out their website
and mail order store.
http://www.tackletactics.co.nz/ or pop into their store in
Foxton. Anything you need for Fishing

- Phillip Kettle is the man to ask.

supports All Points Camping members with advice & preferential pricing

on our product range.

This includes but isn’t limited to; Alternators, Starters, Fuel pumps, iDRIVE throttle enhancers, Automotive Sensors
(Oxygen, Crank, Cam etc), Hard parts, Distributors, coils, Off-road recovery Gear (HULK brand), Diagnostic assistance
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Your late model car, Ute or camper uses a fly-by –wire
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unexpected delays, and is annoying, if not at times,
dangerous.

The ECU must consider Torque management, Engine
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Cure the associated delay with an iDRIVE unit. You’ll be glad you did. The iDRIVE remains completely
adjustable, and rather than negating the need for a tune, the iDRIVE actually enhances it. We’re so
confident that you’ll love the response the iDRIVE gives to your vehicle, we offer a 30-day money back
guarantee!

Contact us to list your events that
welcome campers.

We will promote these through this
newsletter, social media and our websites.

APCNZ Member Blogs

Parakai Springs Labour Weekend

This was my day to welcome the members of APC to a Get together at Parakai Springs and Pools

From the photo you will note we set up our advertising
welcome Banner and awaited callers. It was still early in
the morning when we arrived (we also had a grandchild
with us) and so we watched who was coming and guessing
if they were members or not.

We were a little disappointed by the lack of response but
this I put down to our antiquated laws about emails
notification of up and coming events. If one joins an
organisation one would expect to be notified of what’s
going on without having to be on Facebook.

So getting back to Parakai I started to chat to people in
cars and caravans and give out a hand out to which I was
getting a very great response. It will be interesting how
many new members we get from the Auckland area and there were also Waikato visitors who also showed an
interest. Caravans/Motorhomes were outnumbered by tents and I enjoyed watching how the children of the
families joined in playing together. It was also nice to hear that some families wanted to show what camping was
like without electronic distractions and believe me it was so great to see the interaction from those all because of
the children playing together.

I don’t know which generation, Baby Boomers or the previous generations, but it seems people are now coming to
terms with Freedom Camping (albeit in a camping ground) but are also looking for new ways to Freedom camp. We
need to take heart that Rome was not built in a day.

Onwards to our next Auckland event..............................Colin Forster

Editors Note: One of the things we have found with getting club events off the ground in a new area is that many
people are interested but cautious to be ‘new people’ in a ‘new group’. Many people take a wait and see approach
before getting involved. The experience at the Parakai camp is something we have also encountered with our first
events in Manawatu and Canterbury but as more enthusiastic campers come on board we are starting to see good
social turnouts. Facebook remains our most effective medium for advising of events and club happenings.

Getting information out to all our club members is a challenge and we are restricted under the privacy act and
international regulations to only send out information to persons who have subscribed. For this reason we now ask
all new members if the wish to receive notifications of events and are developing our member only pages. Through
the website member only pages, members can see contact details for other members who would like to be more
actively involved and contacted in respect of events and promotions. We are looking forward to getting member
contact networks set up in the various regions around NZ and improved membership software.

The Wairarapa Country Music Festival is on at Tauherenikau Racecourse on the
11th to 13 January 2019.
We have been advised that tents and campervans welcome.
http://www.tauherenikau.co.nz/country-music-festival

APCNZ Upcoming Inclusive Camping Events

APCNZ carries liability insurance and support to help members host events NZ wide.
Would you like to help host events in your region?

We also promote at no cost other organisations inclusive camping events.

Don’t forget to write these events in your calendar

Nelson Rotary Motorhome Show, 17 November 2018

At Tahuna Beach Kiwi Holiday Park we plan on having a fun weekend. There is plenty of room for lots of campers for
the weekend and we are really looking forward to this.

APCNZ’s 3rd Birthday New Year, 26 December 2018 – 4 January 2019

Every year at New Year we celebrate the club’s birthday. Ferry Reserve near Woodville was a fantastic venue last
time and for this summer .... Tauherenikau, Wairarapa. Check out the full details on the next page.

Lower North Island Camp,
18 – 21 January 2019 Vinegar Hill (Just off State Highway 1, North of Hunterville) This is a

fantastic river location with recently refurbished toilets and showers. As this is peak season council camping prices
apply. Fees per nightAdult $9.00 each. Children $4.00 each For more information go to:
www.mdc.govt.nz/Living_Leisure/Parks_and_Reserves/Camping_Grounds/Putai_Ngahere_Domain_Vinegar_Hill

1 – 3 March Ashley Gorge Canterbury

Join APCNZ members at Ashley Gorge Kiwi Holiday Park for a fun filled weekend. Organised by LJ’s Classic Rock there
will be music provided. Book your accommodation directly with the camp. 15% Kiwi Holiday parks discount applies
to APCNZ financial members.

20 – 24 March 2019 Waikato Balloon Festival

We have a farm venue close to Waikato University and the night glow for this event and plan to make it a weekend
to remember. Space is limited to a maximum of 25 units. Please contact Lyn Bennett at [email protected] .

5 -7 April 2019 - Kimbolton Sculpture Festival Camp

Mark the weekend of the 6th April 2019 in your calendar. The 2018 sculpture festival was so successful we will
be back, camping, at the festival in April 2019. Join us on the Friday and enjoy a fun and music filled day with
the festival on Saturday. There will be stalls of all kinds and children's activities. For more information about
the festival or to enter the rural sculpture competition please check out the festival website at www.ruralart.nz

Easter at the Beach - 19th April 2019 (details to be finalised)

Our inclusive Easter at the Beach was so successful in Foxton for 2018 we are looking at running this again in 2019.
We may choose a different venue for 2019. Lets go North and South. Our requirements are a school, sportsground,
reserve or campground with good facilities. Hall and kitchen a bonus.
Foxton Beach School received a $700.00 contribution from the club this year and we love supporting a good cause.

North Island or South Island?

We plan to host inclusive events around the country this Summer. This means you don’t have to have a certified self
contained vehicle to join us. We want to encourage as many people / families as possible to go camping and develop
skills that may help them in an emergency. If you know of an event that we should be promoting please contact us.

We will be listing these events on our website over the next week.
Check out www.allpointscampingnz.org

or search for All Points Camping on Facebook.

APCNZ New Year/3rd Birthday Camp 2018-2019

That time is getting close again, Summer, Christmas and the New Year. This means that our 3rd Birthday
camp is not too far away. Our 2nd Birthday camp was held at Ferry Reserve and well attended with
everyone having a great time and meeting new fellow campers.

This Year we have been offered a great venue in the Southern Wairarapa. All forms of camping welcome.
Access is suitable for all length vehicles.

Dates: Friday the 28th of December to Thursday the 3rd of January. Our wonderful hosts, Jo Foster
and Steve Crosby have suggested that if some of our campers are in the area and at a loss for somewhere
to spend Christmas they would be welcome to arrive early or leave late.
As this is a working property with horses on site, dogs are allowed, they must be on a lead at all times, and
wormed no more than 30 days prior.
For more information please go to https://www.sheepmeasles.co.nz/on-the-farm/dog-treatmentsdosing/

- Please be aware that while the horses are not afraid of dogs they will attack a dog they deem to be a danger.

- Bring togs - river swimming in the Tauherenikau, Waiohine and Ruamahaunga Rivers and a pool.
- The bonfire will be lit – subject to weather and fire restrictions. Instruments and music would be very
welcome.
- Martinborough, Greytown and Featherston are nearby and Countdown online will also deliver if required.

The location is 76 Phillips Line Tauherenikau, Greytown. It is recommended you approach from Greytown to
reduce the amount of time spent on gravel road.
Directions:
- At the southern end of Greytown turn down Bidwills Cutting Road and travel approximately 3.5 km (road to
Martinborough).
- Turn right into Moroa Rd and take the next left onto Battersea Road, travel approximately 3 km.
- Turn right into Phillips Line and travel 760 metres. The gateway will be marked.

Let’s Camp at Kimbolton

Bring your friends and family and join
APCNZ, camping, at the Kimbolton
Sculpture Festival. $5.00 per camping unit
per night.

APCNZ is proud to support the NZ Motorhome Travel Group Find out more at www.nzmtg,co.nz

The NZ Motorhome Travel Group (NZMTG)
is an independent, fun, travel group

set up for Motorhome, Caravan & Fifth wheeler owners.

No matter what age you are or what you drive or tow the NZMTG caters for everyone who has got some
get up and go.
The NZ Motorhome Travel Group (NZMTG) hold a number of great events throughout the year for all our
members to come and attend. NZMTG and our members have put only one rule in place at all our
upcoming events (No Grumpy bastards allowed).
We are all about having adventure & Fun with lots of laughter along the way. We listen to what our
members want and make it happen it’s that easy. Visit our website www.nzmtg.co.nz then click on coming
events link to view some of the great events we have got booked in already.
NZMTG was set up by Mark & Melanie Aldridge who have been in the motorhome& events business for
many years. - Check out their events and the NZMTG Taupo Park Over on Broadlands Road.
Music Festival Taupo Summer Concert NZMTG Park Over January 26 / 27 Tents welcome.

Camping Spots in Canterbury - Where to start????

Hi Folks. Balmoral Reserve, near Culverton, is a good sheltered camping location. Great for a group. We have stayed
there a couple of times. Its run by a "Committee" for the local Council. Great facilities. $5.00 per vehicle per night.

We visited Tekapo recently camping in the town is available, but we went in towards the Military Camp and found a
spot on a side road. It was good for overnight and our first trip in ‘Kaniere Belle’( poptop camper ). Lake Benmore is
great, especially if you're fishing.

We go out to the Waimakariri River regularly with our
dog, Lady, for her to have a swim. On the North bank
there are some very good spots and there are no
problems with camping there.

We head to the West Coast regularly and there are
some lovely spots to camp, a lot of them DOC sites. We
like Mount White, on the way over (or back). It is a nice
area with nice scenery and mozzies! lol

We have visited a lot of places and will add more to the
Facebook site as summer progresses.

Cheers Wayne and Lindy

Mount White across the river

Outside the Hari Hari RSA Anzac Day 2017
Toilet block Balmoral Reserve.

Have you checked out the Wiki Camps phone app for finding camps and facilities.
This app has a simple interface and a friendly chat / question forum. Suitable for all devices.

www.wkicamps.co.nz

As an All Points Camping Club of NZ financial member your membership includes the Kiwi Holiday Parks and
Accommodation VIP discount card. On our recent Nelson trip we saved more than $110.00. Not bad for a $30.00
family club membership. APCNZ membership and saving is open to all NZ’ers and tourists. Gary Stoneley

Lower North Island
Camping

If you are travelling through the lower North
Island the Whanganui, Rangitikei and
Manawatu Districts have some great places
to camp.
Both the Whanganui and Rangitikei councils
are very welcoming to camping travellers.
If heading to Whanganui the Museum and
river boats deserve a look. Out at Castlecliff
just opposite the Whanganui Seaside Kiwi
Holiday Park is close to a patrolled safe
swimming beach. You will find a fantastic café
/ restaurant just across the road from the
camp. (APCNZ members receive 15% discount
on Kiwi Holiday Parks.)

Apiti Tavern.
Have you ever thought of taking a detour off State Highway
One in the North Island and traveling through the upper
reaches of the Manawatu? Here you will experience true
rural NZ and the most amazing scenery.
A great place to stop is the Apiti Tavern. You can camp here
for $5.00 non power and $10.00 on power and enjoy a
relaxing drink and meal. Talk to the hosts about all the
activities you can do in the area. From here you can follow
the ranges, travelling through the beautiful Pohangina
Valley to head across to Hawkes Bay and Wairarapa past the
impressive Te Apiti wind farm on the Saddle Road.
www.irongates.co.nz/apiti-tavern--eatery.html

APCNZ Recommended Campgrounds

Please advise them if you are an APCNZ member.

Ashley Park Kiwi Holiday Park - Canterbury
Situated near Oxford in Canterbury the Ashley Gorge Kiwi Holiday
Park is in a quiet rural setting next to a river. Kayaking, bush walks
and lots of space for the children.
Ashley Park is the venue of the APCNZ, South island Camp on 1
March 2019. APCNZ, Kiwi Holiday Parks member discount applies.
www.agkhp.co.nz

Miranda Holiday Park – Bay of Plenty
Situated on the coast road to Thames Miranda Holiday Park has everything
you need for a relaxing stop. The hot mineral pool is perfect for ending the
day. The camp is very well equipped with excellent facilities. It is well
managed with considerable investment in sustainable practices and waste
management. There are campsites and cabins to suit all needs, a pet -
friendly area and activities for children. This camp is definitely one you
must visit. If you are heading to or from the Coromandel and want to be
within easy distance of Auckland this is a great place to use as a base.

www.mirandaholidaypark.co.nz

Flat Hills Café and Tourist Park - Rangitikei
Situated on State Highway One in the Northern Rangitikei this is a
main café /break stop for buses heading North and South. The rustic
café has a huge range of food and beverage option and a large farm
themed outdoor activity area for families and group. There is also a
maze for those who often find themselves lost. Nestled under the
hills the Tourist Park has cabins and camp sites. If heading south and
with time on your hands, we recommend turning east off the main
highway and heading through northern Manawatu. This will take
you through the beautiful countryside with the most amazing views.
http://www.flathills.co.nz/

Rotorua All Seasons Holiday Park
We know that at some time everyone will visit Rotorua. The award-winning
Rotorua All Seasons Holiday Park provides ‘a quiet location offering the
ultimate in relaxation’. This fun and family themed holiday park is close to
the town centre, reclaimed wetlands and a great base for those day trips.
With so much to do in the area, days can be exhausting, and this is the
perfect place to unwind. www.allseasonsrotorua.co.nz

Himatangi Beach Holiday Park - Manawatu
Winner of multiple hospitality awards this camp situated on
the west coast of the North island is only 90 minutes from
Wellington on a good day. The flat beach goes for miles and
it is great place to go surfcasting or take the Kontiki too.
Another family friendly camp that just keeps getting better.
www.himatangi-beach-holiday-park.co.nz

Dannevirke Holiday Park – Tararua
Situated in a quiet tree lined reserve within walking distance
of the Dannevirke town centre this is a fantastic place to
relax.
It is a great place to shelter when winds are strong and
there is heated pool just next door. Dannevirke is steeped in
Scandinavian history from the first settlers who came to fell
the large swathes of Totara.
http://www.dannevirkeholidaypark.co.nz/

Kaupokonui Beach Camp – South Taranaki
Situated just west of Manaia on the South Taranaki surf
highway this coastal camp is highly recommended.
A great place to try your hand at surfcasting or just chill
and walk along the beach or relax in the stream. The
modern facilities are maintained to a very high standard.
Camp store and takeaways. www.kaupokonui.co.nz

Orchard View Camp Kinloch - Waikato
Situated about 16 minutes from central Taupo and close to Kinloch this
rural camp / homestay is a fantastic location to rest up. Families and
travellers are made very welcome. For non power rural camping this
camp operated by a club member Mrsc Oakes (Christine and Clive).

P.S Boris the Poll Dorset is adorable. 10% off for APCNZ members
www.kinlochhomestay.co.nz

Remember to tell the camps you are an APCNZ member and show your membership card if asked.

As an APCNZ financial member the savings just keep getting better. Save at campgrounds in NZ and
Australia, Bluebridge Ferry, tourist attractions and much more with Kiwi Holiday Parks. The 2019 booklets
are out now.

NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd

Self Containment Issuing Authority

The All Points Camping Club has partnered with NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd
(NZLC) to help develop a fair and sustainable camping industry in NZ.

NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd manages certified self-containment throughout NZ
and oversees a network of competent testing officers. These include
professional businesses and individuals who believe in fair application of the self containment standard
NZS 5465:2001. All testing officers are required to correctly and fairly apply the standard.

- Any person or business may approach our testing officers for self containment. You do not need to
be a member of any organisation.

- NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd believes in and encourages sustainable and responsible camping.
- We believe that every person camping in NZ has a responsibility for our environment and that

certified self containment of campervans and motor caravans is a step towards achieving
sustainable camping.
- We believe that all NZ campers with vehicles that meet the self-containment requirements should
be able to get their vehicle certified. Campers, our friendly and conscientious testing officers will
help you to get your vehicle certified for self-containment.

Have a converted van / campervan? If your vehicle meets the requirements we will certify it.

Pop Top Camper, Slide on or rooftop camper? Each vehicle and conversion is considered individually.

There is no vehicle exclusion list for certified self contained vehicles.

- But the vehicle interior must be designed and fit for habitation, and you must have sufficient room
to adequately use the toilet inside the vehicle when required or we will not approve it.

You don’t want to join an organisation just to get self-containment?

- You do not have to join an organisation to get self-containment but joining does have benefits.

How much does it cost?

- NZ Lifestyle Camping charges $30.00 processing fee. The testing officer may / will charge you for
their service and any materials they need to make your vehicle comply.

- Or join APCNZ with a combined fee for self-containment and membership benefits of $45.00.

Where can I get this done and how long will it take?

- Our network of qualified testing officers is continually growing. The
Self Containment Check may take around 30 minutes or more
depending on what is required. Once the completed checklist is
received by NZLC it usually takes 4 to 5 working days for the final
processing and delivery. This can take longer subject to information
requirements, holidays and delivery delays.

If you are interested in becoming a self containment testing officer please register on the APCNZ website
contact via [email protected] .

For further information on getting your vehicle certified for self-containment
go to www.allpointscampingnz.org/get-certified or www.nzlifestylecamping.com

Self Containment Testing Officers with NZ Lifestyle Camping

- This list is being added to continually

North Island Self Containment Testing Officers

Kerikeri Northland RV – Mark Thorburn Ph 021 307666 www.northlandrv.co.nz
Whangarei [email protected]
Shanon Woler - 0211353262 [email protected]
Wendy and Brent White - 0211729919 [email protected]

Orewa Nolene and Norm Ritchie – 0210546739 [email protected]
Auckland/Coatesville Michael Sherwood – 022643904 [email protected]
Auckland/Silverdale Ravneel Singh – 02041044392 [email protected]

Auckland/Silverdale Vantage RV – 09 4278247 [email protected] www.vantagerv.nz
Auckland/East Tamaki Paul Stevenson – 0210628567 [email protected]
Auckland/Taupaki Roger Morley – 0274719659 [email protected]
Auckland/Mt Albert John Hervas – 0211898979 [email protected]
Auckland/New Lynn Elements Motors – 0800 00985 [email protected]
www.elements-motors.com
Auckland/Albany Village Sun Marketing - 09 2151917, 021 940801
[email protected] www.sunmarketing.co.nz
Coromandel - Tairua Lynley and John Belle – 0219611398 – [email protected], 0274527193
[email protected]
Waikato Cambridge, Otorohanga & Te Awamutu [email protected] 0800 772 887

Waikato/Hamilton Ovaland Motorhomes Limited 07 8471976 [email protected]
http:/www.ovaland.co.nz
Waikato/Hamilton Ross Bennett - 0276807449 [email protected] – Rechecks and renewals.
Mt Maunganui RV Service Centre - 0800 288860 [email protected] http:/countrycaravans.co.nz

Mt Maunganui RV Shop – 07 5755612 – [email protected] http:www.rvshop.co.nz
Whakatane Gateway Caravans – 07 3071000 & 0272300955 [email protected]
www.gatewaycaravans.co.nz
Rotorua Motorhome @ Caravan Services – 07 4032557 & 0224032557 [email protected]
[email protected] www.mhacs.co.nz
Rotorua Charles Edwards – 07 2101460 & 027 7269324 [email protected] –Renewals
Rotorua Thinus Venter - Hobo Trailers and Engineering 0212302239
[email protected]

Reporoa / Taupo Mike McGregor - 0272100889
Hawkes Bay/Napier Ian McNair – Vista Vans Limited – 021533670 [email protected]
Hawkes Bay/Napier Cape Plumbing and Drainage – 021 12404050 [email protected]

Dannevirke Bryan Boyle – 06 3745345 [email protected]
Featherston Team JDR Limited (Doug Juggins) 027 4294433 [email protected]
New Plymouth John Woodhead – 027 4756108 [email protected]
Wanganui Simon Scott – Combined Plumbers Limited 027 4811353
[email protected]
Bulls Rangitikei Boating and Automotive Services 063221560 [email protected]
Feilding Motorhome Caravan Classic Resto Tim – 021 306053, Paul 021 1072475
[email protected]

Foxton Tackle Tactics – Philip Kettle – 027 4149930 – [email protected]
www.tackletactics.co.nz
Levin Alan Knight – 0273195976 figjam542@yahoo,co,nz
Levin Wayne Ravelich – 027 4757420 [email protected]

Levin Bruce Cook – 021 839299 [email protected]
Kapiti Coast Barry Thomson – 021 2639808 [email protected]
Porirua Rod Thompson – 027 2346642 – [email protected]
Wainuioimata Tom Wilson – 02040380039 [email protected]
Lower Hutt RV Dreams – 04 5695598 [email protected] www.rvdreams.co.nz

SOUTH ISLAND Self Containment Testing Officers

Tasman Golden Bay Barry Graham, Golden Bay Plumbing 0274657882 or 03 3917888
[email protected] www.goldenbayplumbing.nz
Tasman Motueka Murray and Dianne, Motueka Vehicle Testing Station 035288828
[email protected]
Tasman David Miller 035472777 0274321548 [email protected]
Marlborough/Blenheim Ray Walker 027 2890520 [email protected]
Marlborough/Blenheim Nigel Beardsworth 02102614341 [email protected]

West Coast / Greymouth Andrew McRoberts 0211272041 [email protected]
West Coast / Greymouth Linsey Bennington 0220328382 [email protected]
North Canterbury ChCh George Hopman, Hopcampers 02102614341 [email protected]
Christchurch/ Woolston Sam Williamson, Sparks Auto electrical 021450115 [email protected]
www.sparksauto.co.nz
Christchurch/Papanui John Routledge 021 380023 [email protected]
Christchurch/Hornby Peter Mitchell 0276757101 236D Main South Road
[email protected] www.b2brv.co.nz

Christchurch/Harewood UK Caravans Ltd 162 Orchard Road. 0800303330
[email protected] www.uk-caravans.co.nz
Christchurch/Rolleston Volkmar Wollenweber 0212780035 [email protected]
Dunedin/Kensington Marine & Motorhome Ltd 22 Bridgman Street 027 5264455
[email protected] www.marinemotorhome.co.nz
Otago/Dunedin Neil Wilson 027 4542996 [email protected]
Otago/Hampden Gordon Murdoch 034260390 [email protected]
Southland/Wanaka Craig Guy [email protected]

A very tidy small van layout

Image courtesy of Vista Vans Limited ph
021533670 Napier, Hawkes Bay

How to Get Good Sleep During a Camping Trip

This excerpt from Brian Bradshaw’s article is timely, with the summer camping season upon us.
You can find the rest of Brian’s article and other informative camping articles on his Boot Bomb website at
https://bootbomb.com/camping.

Before Bed Preparations

Before you get to bed to sleep while camping, there are a number of things you need to do so that you
can have a good sleep.

1. Don’t Overdress & Dry Clothing

Clothes that are not dry (or are at least partially
damp) should be avoided. Ensure you have warm
clean dry clothes to wear before you get into your
sleeping bag. Overdressing will bring restlessness
in your sleep and this will probably hamper the
effectiveness of your sleeping bag.

2. Consume Food/Drink

You should note that sleeping bags don’t generate
heat, but our bodies do. When the body is
undergoing digestion, it generates heat. The water
will keep you hydrated, which will help your
blood to circulate better. This can prevent uncomfortable situations like high-altitude headaches.

3. Remove Tent Clutter

Food and other things like scented toiletries should be kept away from the tent and it should be
secure. The tent and its surroundings should be neat and free from food and scented things. If there
has been spillage of food, ensure you clean it up right away. Food odor’s and scented things like
toothpaste can attract dangerous animals and insects, so they should be avoided.

4. Maintain A Routine

Don’t get over what you used to do before you sleep because this will help you feel like home in the
new environment. If you used to do press ups before jumping to bed, then do it here as well.

5. Cover Your Head

Covering your head and face will help keep the heat generating from your body, from leaving your
body. Ensure proper covering of your face and head.

Motueka Vehicle Testing Station

For Drive In – Drive out WOF
and Self Containment Checks

25 Huffam Street Motueka
Ph 035288828

email: [email protected]