Camping the Kiwi Way, 2, Summer 2022

CAMPING THE KIWI WAY 2: SUMMER 2022

Implications for councils of the proposed ‘Nash bill’ MORE FOR
COUNCILS
Here are the issues to consider with the major legislative change which is currently AND GOVT
proposed and going through Select Committee hearings.
IN OUR SUMMER ISSUE
This far-reaching piece of national Select committee on zoom
legislation affects freedom camping areas 4 Editorial: A long hot
all across New Zealand, whether they have We see many problems in this ‘omnibus law’ summer
current bylaws in place or not. which changes 4 Acts of Parliament and makes How many freedom
65 amendments to the current Freedom Camp- campers are there?
It will affect all people who wish to use your ing Act. Consider the questions we raise below. Buckets, gladwrap, and
public spaces, and the NZTA land which falls Listen to the oral submissions to get a sense of gossip
within your area. Local government will be re- how the changes will affect your area, your com-
quired to enforce this legislation. See the bill munity and the travelling public: 24 Freedom camping on
here: ckw.nz/nash-bill ckw.nz/oral-submissions. the East Cape

Minister Nash is pushing for this bill to be in 28 Talking to four van
place prior to the Women’s FIFA World Cup, loads of international
which may bring an influx of international tourists
tourists to your regions. Minister Nash hopes to
have the bill passed by March 2023. 30 Test the person not
the vehicle
The bill is definitely going to require your atten-
tion whether you have experienced issues with CAMPING IN ACTION
freedom camping in your area or not, and soon.
8 Gore Bay
There are important questions to consider, if the bill passes 9 Cycle touring
14 Freedom camping,
Keep in mind that you may be required by the new law (if it passes) to have management systems,
appropriate bylaws, and enforcement capabilities in place by March of 2023. November 1964
16 Wild camping with a
When will your new councillors discuss the their non-fixed toilets to the fixed kind?
dog on a wet wild
implications for your local council land as well as Do you currently have freedom camping by- night
19 The wild Wairarapa
the NZTA land in your area? laws to match this major amendment in the coast
32 Fishing at Kingston
Your district's NZTA land will be included under Freedom Camping Act, or can you review and 34 Purakaunui Bay
send out appropriate public consultation infor- Campsite
the new Act. Have you approached NZTA to dis- 34 Tanners Point
cuss collaboration with them over monitoring their mation immediately to amend your current 35 Clifden Suspension
ones, so that this new law can be implemented Bridge
land to enforce the new bill? If you have no in your district? 37 Hitting the Northland
This bill redefines what a self current freedom beaches: STOP AND STAY
Do you use contractors to ensure campers are
-contained vehicle is, so that it camping bylaws, THIS IS A QUARTERLY
your responsibilty self-contained in all restricted sites? Will they be MAGAZINE
must include a fixed toilet starts the day the given adequate tutorial and information on how
rather than a portable one; how to apply the new law? ■
does your council currently de- bill passes. Read it online or get

If do have them, a screen copy
fine self-contained vehicles? you get 2 yrs to get Does your local community of motor vehicle ckw.nz/summer-2022

Do you have the time and them into line. camper owners have adequate access to re- ORDER OR SUBSCRIBE
certify their vehicles to meet the proposed new ■
resources allocated to review,
consult and prepare appropriate freedom camp- standards? Just this page via email.
■
ing bylaws and have these in place in time? How do you ensure enforcement officers are
The magazine by email.
Did you meet the deadline (3 Oct) for Transi- safe, and also ensure the privacy and safety of (free)
tional Funding applications to provide the re- the campers? Do they monitor at reasonable ■
source and funds to review or create the hours of the day? Are they allowed to shine
The magazine printed
necessary bylaws? Detail: ckw.nz/transition-fund torches into people’s bedrooms at night? and posted:

Do your bylaws enable non-self-contained Did you realise that tent-stayers are not $38 annual sub (4 issues)
$12 for one issue.
freedom camp sites, wherever there are toilet fa- covered by this bill? Do you have tent-camping
cilities, to accommodate the possibly thousands sites allocated for freedom camping? TO ORDER OR SUBSCRIBE

of willing freedom campers who will no longer Do you have a clear complaints policy for SEND US AN EMAIL:
[email protected]
be able to stay at self-containment-required sites freedom campers who might receive incorrect
SUMMER 2022
unless they are able (and can afford) to change infringement notices during the transition pe-
riod while new bylaws are being created?

Now is the time to voice any concerns or issues your council has with this bill.
Talk to Local Government New Zealand and talk to your local MPs who will vote on this.

2 Camping the Kiwi Way

Camping the Kiwi Way IN THE SUMMER ISSUE

Issue 2, Summer 2022 5 Taking a left turn: On our recent trip
ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) north we decided to veer from the main
ISSN 2815-827X (Online) flow of traffic and take a left turn. Our journey
©2022 All Points Camping Club of NZ Inc started at Waiouru Army Museum.

Editor: Miriam Richardson 9 Southland to the West Coast Part II of
[email protected] our cycle tour around the South Island.
campingthekiwiway.org
17 Pick and pedal: How do you choose
Published quarterly by the e-bike that is best for you and
All Points Camping Club of NZ Inc & your budget?.
NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd
27 Choosing an internet provider
Cover image:
Gore Bay Camp ©2022 M Richardson 41 RV & Camper Business partners:
Self containment, LPG work,
Order or subscribe electrical work, motorhome work & more.
Printed copies including postage:
$38 for a year (4 issues) 2 Implications for councils of the 25 Camping without a fridge
$12 for a single copy proposed ‘Nash bill’
[email protected] 27 Choosing an internet provider
Read it online or get a screen copy: 4 Editorial: A long hot summer
ckw.nz/summer-2022 28 Talking to four van loads of
Subscribe for an email link to each issue: How many freedom campers are international tourists
email the editor: there?
[email protected] 29 Hints and tips on toilet cassettes
Buckets, gladwrap, and gossip
Advertising 30 Test the person not the vehicle
[email protected] 5 Taking a left turn
See p45. Even more ckw.nz/advertising 31 Instagrammable:
8 Gore Bay making the most of instagram
Classified Ads
See p45. Even more: ckw.nz/classifieds 9 Cycle touring: 32 Fishing at Kingston
Part II, Southland to the West Coast
Share your group in the next issue Katikati coastal estuary cycle way
Contributions are invited from individuals 13 Camping / caravan tips:
and camping (or related) clubs. Setup / packup 33 Preparing for the cold winter "brrrr's"

If your group or club is promoting NZers en- 14 Freedom camping, November 1964 34 Purakaunui Bay Campsite
joying our great outdoors, we would like to
share your stories. 15 Worth a detour: 34 Tanners Point
Tenting, caravanning, motorhoming, van The Marokopa River Valley
camping, bike camping, hiking and more. 35 Clifden Suspension Bridge
• Your camping photos and stories. 16 Wild camping with a dog on a wet
• Your club stories and photos. wild night 36 NZers go camping:
• Upcoming events that include camping. clubs & groups on Facebook
• Opinion pieces on camping issues. 17 Pick and pedal
• Technical / helpful articles. 37 Hitting the Northland beaches —
19 The wild Wairarapa coast STOP AND STAY
PHOTOS 1mb or more in size.
Email words and (separate) images: 20 Games Taputaputa DOC campsite
[email protected]
CONTRIBUTIONS CLOSE 21 How we solved a problem and Matauri Bay Holiday Park
• Feb 1 for the Autumn issue started a new business
38 EVENTS: Camping, Festivals and Shows
For late-breaking articles talk to the editor. 23 Caravan & Motorhome Electrics
41 RV & Camper business services
24 Pannekoeken for breakfast
North Is 48 South Is
24 Freedom camping on the East Cape

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 3

How many freedom campers are there?

Bette Cosgrove and Miriam Richardson

Nobody knows. The Ministry has made some guesses. All in all, an apalling lack of facts
All in all, the lack of facts underlying the proposed
‘Certified self contained’ freedom campers legislative changes is pretty apalling.

MBIE, the government ministry charged with providing the These changes will affect New Zealanders for
Minister of Tourism with facts, does not know how many generations to come, and are being rushed through,
freedom camping vehicles there are. regardless of a profound lack of facts.

They do not know how many private vehicles, that are currently Buckets, gladwrap, and gossip
certified self contained, would become ineligible because their
toilets are not fixed (if the law changes, as proposed). The Minister of Tourism was the opening
speaker at the select committee considering
They have estimated (because they do not know) that there are oral submissions on the changes he proposes.
73,000 vehicles currently certified, all of which have usable toi- He talked of buckets covered in gladwrap as
lets, but they do not know what kind of toilet. toilets in motorhomes.
ckw.nz/mbie-numbers It is indicative of how far removed the Minister is
from actual facts that he (a) quotes gossip and
MBIE estimates the rental fleet at 5,000 vehicles, and they do (b) misquotes the gossip to support his proposed
not know how many of those have fixed or non-fixed toilets ei- changes to NZ law. (The gladwrap gossip was
ther. about toilets, not buckets.) The Minister is
convinced, on no presented evidence, that the
Responsible, but uncertified freedom campers fixedness of a toilet is related to its use. No-one
knows where he got this idea from; but we know
MBIE does not know how many New Zealanders use their that he is extraordinarily (fixedly, even) insistent on
vehicles to freedom camp. it, regardless of the lack of any evidence.

How many freedom campers shit in the bushes? Sadly, there are precious few facts, lots of gossip, lots
of time pressure, and a scattergun of poorly aimed
MBIE do not know. They have an estimate from a small survey, legislation heading our way. Making law in NZ.
of how many don't use their onboard toilets, but they did not
ask, so they do not know, how many of those used public toilets Get out an enjoy those freedom camping spots
instead. See p28 for some real life information on this. while you can.

How many NZ travellers, not camping, get caught short Miriam Richardson
and use the bushes as a loo?

MBIE do not know, and I don't think they have even considered
this, nor the inadequate provision of public facilities across the
country. They, and we, can pretty safely assume that travellers
that don't expect to camp probably don't carry a toilet (fixed or
unfixed) with them.

Editorial: A long hot summer

Miriam Richardson

As we move towards summer the cabbage trees are in full and
generous flower, the sign of a long hot summer to come, I am told.

Let’s make the most of this opportu- Explore the far flung, SUMMER 2022
nity to get out and enjoy our country. out-of-the-way places
Take the kids or the grand-kids with
you (see p14). Try out all the freedom this summer
camping spots along your way, spend
a night or two at a motor camp while taking out roads, and there is some
you explore the area. Have a dip in question if all of them can be
the sea or the river. Explore the far- reinstated, particularly in the more
flung and out of the way places. remote places.
So this summer: get out there and
After these years of turmoil, make the enjoy it . A very beautiful country is
most of this summer break. Our right on our doorstep. Waiting for us.
horizon has some troubling clouds.
Freedom camping is under threat, This issue is kindly sponsored by the
rocketing fuel prices make the miles All Points Camping Club of NZ and
more expensive, climate excesses are
NZ Lifestyle Camping.
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Clear blue skies and a breathtaking view of Mount Ruapehu.

Taking a left turn Photos ©2022 Gary Stoneley

Gary Stoneley

Are you a mainstream traveler, always following the main highways or are you a diversionist, taking that chance
to detour from the main route to explore and maybe encounter something new or different? On our recent trip
north we decided to veer from the main flow of traffic and take a left turn.

Our journey started at Waiouru Army Museum, a favourite dren’s playground, full of lifesize characters, play equipment
overnight stop over of ours on our trips up the North Island. and adjacent to a modern toilet block and dump station.
Free for certified self-contained campers, with a security pa- Ruapehu District Council must be commended on the im-
trol and access to toilets and cafe during opening hours, its provements they are making.
a safe stopover, even in the snow. On this trip the morning
dawned with clear blue skies and a breathtaking view of If travelling through Ohakune you must visit the chocolate
Mount Ruapehu. Instead of our usual sprint across the eclair shop. What surprised us most in the town was the
desert road we chose to turn left and head towards sheer number of cyclists. From being a winter skiing
Ohakune. First stop the site of the Tangiwai rail disaster hotspot prior to Covid 19 the town has become a cycling
Christmas Eve 1953. Considerable work has been put into mecca with multiple bike tour operators, cycling shops and
this memorial reserve with information boards and new associated adventure activities. The prime ride is the Old
public toilets. We saw no signs to state you could not stop Coach Road suitable for all levels of riders. We have pen-
overnight. Ohakune has made its claim to fame from moun- cilled this in for our next trip.
tain skiing and a giant carrot but it now offers so much
more. As soon as you hit the town you see a masterful chil- From Ohakune we traveled to National Park and stayed
overnight (free camping) in the station car park. This site has
a Kiwi Camp amenities block. (Kiwi Camp)

National Park station car park Camping the Kiwi Way 5
SUMMER 2022

Taking a Left Turn, continues

The steam train at National Park Te Kuiti Japanese garden
Bev in Te Kuiti
This was our first time at purchasing a token (from the station cafe) and
using a Kiwi Camp which included toilets, showers, laundry and basic
kitchen facilities. With only a few camping vehicles during the day the site
became a plethora of mingling international visitors together with kiwi
travellers. Powered sites and electric vehicle charging points were also
available, a sign of changing times. Highlights for us were the steam train
stopping off while we were there and getting our electric bikes out on the
local tracks into the hills.

Continuing up the left side of the mountains and Lake Taupo we travelled
past the Owhanga Lodge and Hotel which offers accommodation and ad-
venture rafting activities and through Taumaranui, home of the Forgotten
World Adventures to Te Kuiti.

Famous for shearing and Colin Meads we recommend taking a left turn
before crossing the rail lines and walking across the amazing rail pedes-
trian bridge into the town centre. With everything from modern stained
glass pictures portraying the regions history to a Japanese garden there is
a lot to see.

Te Kuiti also has a small Kiwi Camp but we decided to carry on to Otoro-
hanga stopping at a basic sheltered campground, with power and facili-
ties backing onto the Otorohanga Kiwi House and Native Bird Park. On our
travels we have visited many kiwi houses but this one remains our
favourite.

6 Camping the Kiwi Way Te Kuiti. The amazing rail pedestrian bridge into the town centre.
SUMMER 2022

Taking a Left Turn, continues

Old growth tree at Sanctuary Mountain

Gary at Sanctuary Mountain Fungi close up © 2022 M Richardson

Te Kuiti and Otorohanga are near the Waitomo Glowworm The view across the Waikato from the carpark ©2022 M Richardson
Caves but on this trip we decided to travel the short dis-
tance to Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari ecological But that is a story for another day. Turning off the main
wildlife reserve. highway andtaking that left turn was well worth it!

The park comprises many hectares of native bush and walk-
ing tracks of varying lengths. A moderate level of fitness is
recommended due to the undulating nature of the tracks. A
highlight for us was coming across an abandoned kiwi bur-
row in the base of a large tree and an active one in a bank.

Self-contained campers can stay overnight in the outside
carpark. This ensures you get to see and hear the birds at
their most active early in the morning. We were more than
happy to make a worthwhile donation towards the devel-
opment of the reserve.

From here our adventure up the left side came to an end
but we made sure we checked out some of the many camp-
ing reserves along the banks of the mighty Waikato River,
got lost and were on the lookout for a red tractor.

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Gore Bay We were fortunate to © 2022 Linda Butler
have a front row seat. Oh © 2022 Linda Butler
Linda Butler gosh. The sunrise was so
pretty. And I loved the re-
There are two ways to get to Gore Bay. One via Cheviot flection effect on the win-
township. Wow, that's such an awesome drive. The other dows of the bus.
entrance is near Donnet. This drive takes you past the
Cathedral Cliffs. What an amazing spot. Hubby enjoyed a wander
along the shoreline while I
Gore Bay Camp is a small read my book at the front
camp. We had to pre-book of the bus and chattered
our site, and pay by cash to our neighbours.
when the custodian did
his rounds in the evening. No internet. No EFTPOS.
No shop! No where for
The facilities are old, but milk. Not unless you drive
usable. Such a great place into Cheviot.
to go for a weekend break
Cathedral Cliffs, looking out over close to our home in Can't wait to go back
Gore Bay © M Richardson Christchurch.
again! North Canterbury

8 Camping the Kiwi Way The beach, looking north. © 2022 M Richardson
SUMMER 2022

West Coast: through the bush

Cycle touring: Part II, Southland to the West Coast

Stephen Wood

After my ride from Canterbury to Southland, the next step was to continue my clockwise circuit of the Island.

I left from Lorneville, in Otago, heading north. Winton was a Lake Wakatipu before the Coffee Bomb
good opportunity to stock up on a few groceries before Kawerau River captured that Garston
lunch in Dipton and carrying on to Lumsden. I researched role.
where the overnight stop might be, and settled on getting
to Athol, which was a long enough day, such that there The road from Kingston to
weren’t any cafés or shops open when I arrived. The camp- Frankton is one which many
site at Athol was basic but attractive. The kitchen was a believe is too dangerous to
small hut with a sink, toaster and fridge, so I cooked outside cycle, but with less traffic due
on my own stove. Part of the camp was set up for camper- to covid restrictions and
vans, with each site assigned a small hut, with toilet, shower keeping a good eye out for
and basin as an en-suite. vehicles ahead and behind it
was manageable.

The road from Kingston, up Lake Wakatipu

Camping at Athol I decided to head into central Queenstown to look for a few
bits and pieces. It was certainly quieter than I’d seen it for
An early, foggy start in Athol soon cleared and I found snack years, but still plenty of shopping and food options. Be-
stops in both Garston and Kingston. I enjoyed the land- cause my next day was going to be a big one, I headed out
scape, suggestive of the much larger river that once drained via Arthurs Point to Arrowtown to camp there.

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 9

Cycle Touring continues

The Crown Range Monument

With the sealing of the last part of the
road in 2000, the Crown Range Pass, at
1076m, became the highest sealed road
in New Zealand.

The first Europeans crossed the pass in
1850 and the first tourists crossed it in
horse-drawn wagons in 1877.

Setting out from Arrowtown, I used Tobin’s track to by- Approaching the neck between Lakes Hawea & Wanaka
pass the zigzag at the bottom of the Crown Range
road, but there is still plenty of climbing to do after re-
joining the road. It’s a long winding climb, and even
though I could ride much of it, a loaded bicycle is
pretty slow and wobbly at low speed. I decided that my
safety was a lot better if I walked, especially around
blind left-handed corners as I could be further to the
left, with my bike between me and the traffic.

It’s always an achievement to get to a road summit —
it was the first time I’d cycled this one from the south.
Of course the downhill was wonderful, with a café stop
at Cardrona and a relaxed arrival in Wanaka, where I de-
cided to camp at one of the campgrounds to allow an-
other grocery top-up.

Next day I was heading off past Albert Town, the first
time I’d come across a one-way bridge with traffic
lights and a cyclists’ push-button to switch them, and
then on to Hawea and beyond.

There was a reasonably strong nor’westerly slowing Haast Pass Summit
me down. After a lunch stop on the road and then a
café stop in Makarora, I headed to the DOC camp- A steep descent requires care on a Once down on the river
ground at Cameron Flat. Despite some publicity about loaded bike, including checks f flats it was easy going
DOC campsites needing to be pre-booked, so far I for brakes overheating until Haast, apart from
have found that you can still just turn up and pay at navigating around sev-
an honesty box, as long as the site isn’t full! The site is
close to the Blue Pools, a scenic hotspot with an up- eral road crews working
graded car park.
on sections of an optic fibre link. Although there were camping
From Cameron Flat it was a relatively short haul up to
the Summit of Haast Pass/ Tioripatea. The descent how- options in Haast I upgraded myself to a backpackers hotel and a
ever is steep, and requires care on a loaded bike, in-
cluding checks for brakes overheating. pub dinner.

Fox Glacier is a 120km away and I decided that although I can do
that distance in a day, that I’d split it into two easier days.

10 Camping the Kiwi Way SUMMER 2022

Cycle Touring continues

Photos © 2022 Stephen Wood

Knights Point We had a cuppa stop together in Ross
where Robyn reported that the camper-
The first day took me past the steep bluffs around Knights Point and gentler van had a worrying roof leak.
coastal terrain to a DOC campsite at Lake Paringa, giving me plenty of a time for
an afternoon excursion up the road to check out the nearest café, 18km away. I did start riding towards Hokitika, but
thinking about both my safety on the
An early start the next day got me to Fox Glacier township, where I was expect- road when every passing vehicle was
ing another welfare visit from my wife Robyn in our campervan. Because she lifting a cloud of road spray, the fore-
was planning to shadow me for a couple of days, this meant I could tackle the cast, that suggested the next several
up and down road to Franz Joseph as well as the next hump, called Mount Her- days would also be wet, and that the
cules, without my panniers. last leak on our campervan had caused
a lot of electrical damage, I decided to
That got us to Hari Hari where the pub was set up for campervan stays and we call a halt to my ride and help Robyn get
had time to look around the town. The next day’s forecast carried a heavy rain the campervan home to Canterbury.
warning, but I was determined to keep going.
I wasn’t sure if this was going to be the
end of my ride around the island or not.

9 days riding, 707 km.

Hari Hari tile garden

Van camping, Hari Hari pub carpark Camping the Kiwi Way 11
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Camping / caravan tips — Setup / packup

Marty Ireland

Do you struggle when you set up your camp or your caravan?

We are on to our 3rd caravan but the latest came with a
host of manuals for everything like gas stove, fridge, awning
etc. so as a specialist assembler and installer, advising oth-
ers that they should read all instructions provided, I decided
to do just that.

Now here is a suggestion: just relax, sit down with a coffee
and read, even if you do not fully understand, read all the
information to get a general overview.Then go and try each
appliance until it works and you feel comfortable and con-
fident with it.

Do a dummy run on awning or tent set up if you have or can
find an area to do this before leaving.

It may be a little trying, but as you get each thing down pat,
start a set up list with each step in order and have it lami-
nated and ready inside the car, caravan door or tent bag.

Label poles with a marker with appropriate numbers or let- frustration if you find you have to reposition. See my plan,
ters and a brief description of which end, or middle etc; or above. A seamless set-up lets you sit down for your first re-
colour code with electricians tape. Tent or awning assembly freshment early, and the satisfaction of doing it both
will become a dream. quickly and without forgetting anything is very rewarding.

Have you ever driven off with a support leg still down, or a Watching new arrivals go through the same process can be
jockey wheel not retracted, even a power cable still plugged cheap entertainment, however offering to assist with your
in? Not a good look and it can be both embarrassing and experience and wisdom is a pleasure in itself.
expensive.
Happy and safe
So do a reverse-order pack-down list too, and stick to it. camping all.

Having an assistant read out the lists while you do the tasks
is a help, both to set up and to pack down.

Having a measured plan of your tent or van footprint with

awnings and ropes sizes will help you quickly decide on ar-

rival at the holiday site which way to Back in the days — Circa 2008.
face your tent or van saving a lot of That caravan was damned heavy

behind the bike. Gary Stoneley

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Adrienne Leslie (mother) with Rhonda and Graham. Photos ©2022 Graham Leslie

Freedom camping, November 1964 —

where the car broke down

One of my first memories of camping was at ‘Spec Creek’.

You won’t find it on a map — it was just some little creek

on the side of the road, somewhere Take your children
in Central Otago, where our car (an camping:

old 1930 Model A Ford) broke they will never

down. There was nothing there. forget it.

Mum and Dad built a dam of stones
to make a bit of a swimming area (knee deep) where we
floated around on Lilos. I don’t know how long we stayed
there. Maybe a week, as car parts had to come from
Auckland.

The weather was good, and I remember it as a legendary
holiday. The things memories are made of.

Take your children camping: they will never forget it.

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Worth a detour: The Marokopa River Valley

Fiona Thomson PiriPiri Caves © 2022 Margaret Earle
Next time you’re in the Waitomo area (the Waikato
region of the North Island) it’s worth the detour to The second stop is a short
check out three natural landmarks that are really drive further down the road,
close together, on the Te Anga Road. to the Piripiri Caves.

Mangapohue land bridge The walk in was even more
fascinating than the cave it-
self, with this area being filled
with interesting rock forma-
tions: you could spend
a bit of time spotting ancient
sea life fossils. DOC

© 2022 Julian Thomson, © 2022 Margaret Earle © 2022 Margaret Earle

The naturally-occurring Mangapohue land bridge is the 1st
attraction. There is a well-formed DOC path through pleas-
ant bush to view the spectacular 17 metre high naturally
occurring land bridge. DOC

The fern-covered land bridge spans across the cliffs each
side of the Mangapohue stream, forming a stunning bush-
covered arch.

(October ’22: the track is closed due to weather-related erosion.
Check the DOC website for updates.)

© 2022 Fiona Thompson, © 2022 Julian Thomson
SUMMER 2022
Marokopa Falls
The third stop was to the Marokopa Falls. Another short bush walk leads
to the viewing platform where the 35 metre classic waterfall sprays out
above you.
Sturdy footwear is recommended, as scenic tracks can sometimes be
muddy (and slippery) in this gorgeous river valley. DOC

Note: You can’t take your dogs with you on any of these walks.

Camping the Kiwi Way 15

Wild camping with a dog
on a wet wild night

Outdoorsman Dave

It was a very wet, rainy camp with my dog in a dense bush. It was Bent-
ley's first overnighter using a tent & fly. Camp-cooked sausages over a
Trangia alcohol stove. Natural sounds help me sleep.
Do you like the sound of rain on a fly tarp? Have you ever wondered what
it’s like to go camping with a dog? Well then, follow Bentley and me as
we spend this wet, wild and humid night in the bush:
video: ckw.nz/dave-bentley
Note: dogs in regional parks require registration.
You can follow Dave on Facebook: Hiking NZ, Wild Camping, Bushcraft:
facebook.com/outdoorsman.dave,
and his YouTube channel ckw.nz/OutdoorsmanDave

Photos ©2022 Outdoorsman Dave

Marmot tent & Kiwi Camping Fly Tarp SUMMER 2022

16 Camping the Kiwi Way

Beverley and Gary Stoneley on their e-bikes

Pick and pedal Photos © Gary Stoneley

Gary Stoneley

Is that e-bike right for you? Many New Zealanders are now moving to e-bikes and they definitely have health
advantages while being cheap to operate and maintain.

E-bikes allow travellers to park up and get on their bike to and travelling rural trails. Some bikes are only suitable for
explore areas they might usually not get to while keeping urban riding and generally come with smooth tyres and
their fitness up and catching some good old vitamin D. without suspension. Others are more of a crossover, good
E-bikes, battery-powered bicycles, have evolved quite a lot for urban riding but with chunky tyres, suitable for occa-
from the early days but with prices ranging anywhere from a sional off-road riding.
thousand dollars to upwards of six thousand dollars how do
you choose the bike that is best for you and your budget? How much power assistance do you want?

I’m not a hardened cyclist and neither is Beverley, my wife, My personal preference is for an e-bike that requires you to
but for several years we have considered purchasing e-bikes. still do the hard work with a wide choice of motor assis-
We have been to many shows and visited many bike shops, tance. Some e-bike riders prefer a bike where you only need
tried out our friends’ and show models and watched the to pedal occasionally, with the hand throttle giving you all
prices fluctuate against our limited budget. When Covid-19 the power and speed that you need.
came along demand and prices of e-bikes climbed consider-
ably. It took us a while to decide what was right for us but in Will you be transporting the e-bike from place to place
the end the purchases were an easy choice. or will it be permanently kept at one place?

How do you make the right choice, first time If transporting it, how much space do you have to store it on
round, on purchasing an e-bikes? or in your vehicle? What kind of bike rack would the bike
need? How would it fit on your vehicle? In some cases a fold-
What will you use it for? ing e-bike may be an advantage, so it can be put in the boot
or camper rather than mounted on the back (do try it out
One of the most important things to consider is what you before buying, to make sure the folded bike actually fits).
will use the e-bike for and how often, keeping in mind that
this could change. If you are only going to use the bike How far do you want to ride in one go?
around town then an urban e-bike with limited features will
be more suitable than one designed for riding over gravel How far you can go on a single battery charge depends on
the size and quality of the battery and how much pedalling
you do and how much the bike engine does. Ask the seller

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 17

Pick and Pedal continues Both bikes are proving their value and we now
travel around with them exploring towns, cy-
how far the bike’s battery should be able to go. Each bike and cleways and on trails rated as ‘moderate level
battery will be different. Also check out how long it needs to of difficulty’. We have added a few accessories
be plugged in to fully charge. like cell phone holders and mirrors but for un-
How much are you prepared to pay? der two and a half thousand dollars we have
For a couple getting into e-bikes for the first time you could purchased two new e-bikes that meet our
easily spend $2,500 to $10,000 on your first two e-bikes. In NZ needs, improve our fitness levels and we still
bike shops most e-bikes start around $3,400. For smaller fold- have money in the bank.
ing bikes, or purchasing online, they can be considerably less We could have spent so much more and for a
than $2000. Check out online and instore specials for a bar- first time purchase. Perhaps next time we
gain or use a discount membership card e.g. All Points Camp- might buy that $5000 bike but for now we can
ing Club / Torpedo 7 to get year-round savings. cycle along merrily.
Our experience When travelling, check local information for
We bought our e-bikes in two steps and got some terrific urban and trail cycleways. There is a Facebook group for
deals by shopping online, but there are risks in this and you motorhomers who go cycling (see p36). There are also a
need to make sure the bike you are ordering will be suitable variety of cycling apps that you can download on your
for your size and weight. Bev’s lime green urban bike was the phone to find and track your next cycling adventure.
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18 Camping the Kiwi Way I slept overnight beside the Aparima River near Opio (Southland).
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no bother. Lots and lots of wild ducks. ©2022 Heather Auckram

SUMMER 2022

The wild Wairarapa coast

Allan Henderson

We spent a few days on the coast out from
Martinborough, Te Awati camping area and then back to
North Tora Reserve, some very rough coastline.

When we arrived it was beautiful, stunning and no wind. We Yes, we would go back but would be very mindful of the
enjoyed a beer or 2 under our awning, giving respite from weather. This area is beautiful, the roar of the ocean, the
the sun’s heat… Well ,that lasted for several hours and then battered rocks, and the hills are stunning.
the southerly wind hit us, full side-on and was moving our
slide-out in with its gusts. We pulled anchor and swung The road is very doable. We have an 8.5m motorhome with
about, tucking ourselves in a more sheltered area and fac- a toad, and generally had a smooth trip in, considering the
ing the wind head on… Eventually we had to move our length of gravel road. One section was very steep, a patch
slide-out in part way, which meant we had to climb over the up after a slip — we bottomed out our tow bar on the way
bed to use the bathroom in the night. in and out. We have an Iveco rear wheel drive with good
ground clearance; beware any front wheel drive and or low
The next day started out fine, no wind and our world was at -to-the-ground rigs.
peace. Had a great day, bit of a walk and explore and
chilled. Our night slowly started rocking as a fresh Northerly
wind bashed into the rear of our camper. Again we bat-
tened down the hatches to ride it out.

Eventually we moved camp to Tora and enjoyed another
beating from the wind. Time to head inland. We had a great
time out there. The wind and the ocean are brutal, Mother
Nature at its finest — but what a blast (pun intended)!

Photos © 2022 Allan Henderson

I’m standing in our doorway; its about 3m to the water Camping the Kiwi Way 19
SUMMER 2022

Our national parks Games

Can you place each National Park on this map?
Abel Tasman
Aoraki
Arthurs Pass
Egmont
Fiordland
Kahurangi
Mt Aspiring
Nelson Lakes
Paparoa
Rakiura
Tai Poutini
Te Urewera†
Tongariro
Whanganui

† No longer a national park, but included for old times’ sake
Solution p47

South Island lakes

Fill in the blanks

3 LETTERS 5 LETTERS 7 LETTERS 9 LETTERS
Ada Hawea Benmore Coleridge
Eva Brunner Ellesmere
Ice Nigel Dunstan Mahinapua
Ida Hauroko Manapouri
Man 6 LETTERS Kaniere Mapourika
Ned Hooker Paringa 10 LETTERS
Rua Ianthe Pegasus Poteriteri
Lyndon Rotorua 11 LETTERS
Shy Marian Alexandrina
Pukaki 8 LETTERS Mahinerangi
4 LETTERS Tasman Aviemore
Alta Te Anau Crucible Solution p47
Fish Tekapo Matheson
Gunn Wanaka
Iron Wakatipu
Ohau
Peel

Rere

20 Camping the Kiwi Way SUMMER 2022

How we solved a problem and started a new business:

The history of the Dump Mate

Heather McMurdo

It’s four years now since John first decided to do We tried a couple of small motorhome shows, but that
something to make emptying our toilet cassette wasn’t for us; we love meeting our customers, but prefer a
easier and cleaner. one-on-one situation.

We’d been motorhoming for two years by then, and every We still have the same Burst-
time we went to a dump station, he would get back in ner motorhome, which has
saying, there’s got to be a better way to do this!! now done 73,500km, and our
latest adventure, now that
He started off by making a tube out of two different sizes we have more time, is our
of downpipe, a small one to fit in the sewer pipe, and a ebikes, which we love to ride.
bigger one to take the flow from the cassette. This
required a joiner, which he filled with ‘knead it’ but he We hope to see you on the BONUS: if the Dump Mate is in one
knew this wasn’t going to be hygienic. Plus the downpipe road somewhere, you can’t hole and your grey pipe is in the
plastic was going to grow mould, it was heavy, and didn’t miss us, we have Dump Mate other, there is no danger of drop-
dry satisfactorily. signwriting all over our mo- ping the cassette lid down the hole.
torhome. :D (Or am I the only one who worries
We went to a few plastic manufacturing companies with about that?) Editor
our prototype, and eventually found someone in Make an adapter for dumpstations that
Christchurch who was interested enough to help us. He have bigger holes:
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shape, and choose the colours. The tool cost a small dumpmate.co.nz
fortune, and we nearly didn’t go ahead, but decided to
‘just do it’ and hope that other people felt the same way
we did about emptying their cassettes.

During the six months that we waited for the tool to be
made, there were a lot of other things to do. We had to
source a manufacturer for the bags that are supplied with
the Dump Mates, and set up a website and Facebook
page. We designed and got our bookmarks (business
cards) printed, and ordered the tas-
sels to put on them. We had adver-
tising copy to write, and photos and
videos to organise. John even built a
model dump station for demonstra-
tion purposes.

By July 2019 we had 1200 Dump
Mates in our garage, (a very scary
moment) and we had to start selling
them. Things were a bit slow to start
with and it took us 3 months to sell
the first 100, but now we have sold
over 3000, and things are a lot more
relaxed. Last year we were
approached by Burnsco, who are
now retailing them, which has made
things a lot easier for us. We don’t
have to make so many trips to the
NZ Post Depot.

Heather and John McMurdo

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Caravan & Motorhome Electrics by Collyn Rivers

This is a book for people who want to understand how their electrics work as well as for people who are
designing / building / converting a caravan or motorhome.

It tells you how to install, how to identify, understand and (some-
times) fix anything that does not work as it should.

It will give you a good understanding of alternators, regulators, bat-
teries and their charging and monitoring, solar energy and genera-
tors. It will help you scale what you want to do with what is possible in
your particular setup.

It also helps when you are talking to rv service professionals, who may
be expert in vehicles but not rvs, or vice versa. Problems arise when
service professionals don’t truly understand how the vehicle and RV
systems differ and how they interact.

You can read the table of contents (ckw.nz/cme-contents) and down-
load a sample chapter from his website’s book page.

His books are often in local libraries, you can buy them at book depos-
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au ($AU12).

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Miriam Richardson

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Articles from Collyn Rivers TIP: Solar panel cleaning

Battery capacity Except in rainy areas solar panels need cleaning from
time to time. Use a tiny amount of washing up
“Cabins and RVs should have the maximum solar capac- detergent, a cloth and warm, clean water. Rinse, using a
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deeply even with intermittent sun.” modules dry naturally.
Read the article: ckw.nz/battery-capacity
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Doing either builds up an electrostatic charge that
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deliver a lot of energy and pack a lot of power but need acts and an effective anti-static barrier.
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Another beautiful day at Tangimoana.
Gail Kupe ©2022 Gail Kupe (Manawatu)

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 23

Freedom camping on the East Cape

Bette Cosgrove and Miriam Richardson

Pannekoeken for Gisborne District Council have They also require 2.5m space be-
breakfast very clear freedom camping by- tween camp sites, for fire safety.
laws which demand waste man- Sadly, in the carparks they havent
Every trip we make a breakfast fruits pan- agement, #leavenotrace considerd fire safety, and have
cake. Usually apple pannekoeken. principles. ckw.nz/gisborne taken a ‘blue box on a map’
You need: approach to limiting freedom
Your favourite pancake mix: We often get They also ask you to apply for a camping.
the great pannekoeken mix from De Moe- free camping permit to use their
len, Foxton whenever we pass by and keep many beautiful sites during sum- The unsafe ‘blue-box-on-a-map’ approach to
it permanently in a sealed container in our mer. A good management strat- limiting freedom camping in a car park.
campervan. Or grab the Edmonds butter- egy. (Shown: Bright St and Midway) website
milk or gluten-free shake-up pancake mix
from supermarket. You must have at least one por- The alternative approach is a ‘marked parks’
You can be flexible and add milk (or alter- table chemical toilet between a approach (such as in Whakatane), which
native milks like oat, soy, rice, coconut, or max of 8 people. This is required spreads the overnight parks out within the
almond) or just use water. Check the pan- for tents as well as vehicles. Vehi- carpark, so that no two are too close
cake-mix container for how much liquid cles need to be ‘self-contained’ together.
you need. but there is no demand for vehi- We can hope they will extend fire
If we have fresh eggs (free-range, bought cles to be ‘certified self con- safety to overnight vehicles in
along the way) we add one. tained (CSC)’. carparks some time soon.
Beat or shake up until well mixed.
Slice in one fresh apple / pear cut in tiny They tell you where to find rub-
pieces; or mashed banana; or berries if you bish transfer stations and expect
have them. Mix your fruit of choice in, but all campers to be responsible
just lightly. with their waste (or you can be
Make one, full-pan-sized fruit pancake per fined).
person: fill the pan with mixture.
We use a small non-stick pan with a lid on These bylaws clearly follow the
our single ring gas burner as it's easy to intent of the Freedom Camping
wipe clean when done. Act and look to be the perfect ex-
Flip when bubbles appear and put a lid on ample for other districts, to en-
when cooking the second side. sure we can safely use our public
We usually have coconut yoghurt in our land and take care of the envi-
fridge to serve with this, or open a tin ronment.
of reduced cream if you have it.
Best brunch option ever, and a tradi- Ready for a family weekend
tional favourite! away camping. Tracey Johnson

Bette Cosgrove SUMMER 2022

24 Camping the Kiwi Way

Camping without a fridge: chilly bins and cooler bags

Graham Leslie

I am no expert, but here are my
tricks for keeping food and drink
cool or fresh when camping.

In the old days, people used “meat
safes” or “safes” which were insect-
screened, ventilated boxes or containers
located in cool, draughty places. I have
no experience with these and can’t
comment about them. My experience is
with chilly bins or Esky cooler bags.

Without a fridge it is hard to cool things

down, so when using a chilly bin or Esky

it is important to get everything as cold

as possible before you add them in. For

instance, we would pre-freeze our

drinks in plastic bottles and our meat

etc. and these would slowly thaw dur-

ing our trip. We also pre-froze 3 litre © 2022 Graham Leslie
juice bottles filled with drinkable water

for a few days before we left so they Trick 2: A damp cloth

were really frozen solid. They provided a good reservoir of A damp cloth wrapped around what you want to cool will
coldness and when they melted we drank the cold water. provide cooling as the water evaporates off the cloth.

When restocking your chilly bin try to get pre-cooled or For water to evaporate it needs to go from a liquid to a gas
frozen food to go in it. which requires heat which it sucks out of the surrounding
objects. This is increased with more air flow. Think about
The coldness in your chilly bin can be extended by:

• Keeping it in a cool shady spot (this may require shifting it how cold you get wearing wet clothes on a windy day even

around your camp as the sun moves around). when the day is warm. This is basically how cooling towers

• Having it full of cold stuff so there is less room for warm work.

air to circulate around inside it. Another variation I saw in Egypt was roadside drink stations

• Avoid opening and closing the bin any more than you that looked a bit like large shady rural letter boxes (roof but
need to. no sides) with unglazed earthenware jars full of cold water.
They were not glazed and were semi-porous so the outsides
• Don’t leave things like milk out of the chilly bin longer were always damp and evaporation was happening to keep
than necessary as they will warm up. the water cooler. (Evaporation can lower the temperature as

As said previously, without a fridge it is really hard to cool

things down, but there are a few tricks. much as 15°C.)

First some science. A couple of other things to be aware of

When something changes from solid to liquid (like ice to For some foods like milk and butter the light is as much a

water) or from liquid to gas (like water to water vapour) it problem as the temperature and so keeping them in a dark
sucks in heat from the stuff round it. This is effectively how place is important.
refrigeration and heat pumps work. You can also sometimes
see this as condensation or cold patches on the outside of a Cooling drinks in a stream will only work if the stream is
gas bottle as when the gas inside is drawn off it converts colder than the air which often it is not. Our skin is normally
from liquid to gas. about 33°C so most often the air and stream water are go-
ing to be cooler than us and we will be shedding heat to
Trick 1: Party ice them. As water is a better conductor of heat it will feel

Use a bag of party ice, a chilly bin and salt to cool your colder than the air even when this may not be the case. So

drinks or to chill some freshly caught fish to take home. sometimes putting your drinks in the creek ws0ill actually

Empty the ice into the bin with your drinks or fish and add warm them up if they are already at air temperature.

some salt and maybe a little bit of water (or use sea water). Happy Camping.

The salt makes the ice melt faster. The ice needs energy /

heat to melt, which it sucks out of your fish or drinks. This

cooling is more rapid than just packing stuff in ice.

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Miriam Richardson

It’s a thorny problem, deciding how to connect to the internet on the road — • First: understand what you
want or need.
so many different choices, plans and options; so many unfamiliar concepts.
• Second: find out what is avail-
Here’s a ‘simple’ guide. able and what it costs.

Step 1: Assessing your needs need the sort that you set up • Third sleep on it, ask around,

How much data do you use in a month? outside your vehicle, in just the sleep on it again.

Will this change if you are on the road rather right spot to catch a signal, to • Fourth: decide between using

than at home? make a significant difference in a mobile phone, a modem (or

On the road you might use internet data to internet coverage. satellite) for the internet.
watch films, videos, tv. Standard definition
might use 1g of data every hour; super high Does your vehicle pose any limi- • Fifth: review available plans.
tations on phone signals?
Choose.

definition could be as high as 15g per hour. If you need an aerial to sit outside Maybe sleep on it again.

Does your data-use vary much from month your vehicle (usually the roof ) to • Sixth: Sign up.
to month? get a signal, this will determine

the kind of device you use to con-
Some plans are unlimited but they might slow nect to the internet as not all devices have a fitting for an aerial (mobile
down if you have used a lot of data. Others are phones, for instance).
limited but you might be able to buy extra data
in months when you need it. Mobile phone, modem or satellite for the internet?

Does the internet speed matter to you? You might want to wait until you have looked at the plans to make up
your mind on this, but it worth thinking about the practicalities in ad-
If you download things like movies and TV to
vance. Here is a video about using a satellite connection: ckw.nz/satel-
watch later, speed is less of an issue. If watching lite.
things live matters to you, then speed does
matter. Hardware and its installation

Whereabouts are you going to travel? You can use your mobile phone to access the internet, or you can use a
modem. Integrating a modem into an rv’s 12v electrical system requires
There is variation in coverage for the internet. a voltage smoother (and someone to install it). You might need an aerial
There are areas with no coverage at all. If your on the roof (that’s another hole in your roof and someone to install it) to
travels keep you pretty much near towns or
capture the signal outside the box of the vehicle; or a freestanding aerial
cities you have more choices than if they take that you can set up when you stop in remote areas.
you into the wilds.
What can you afford?
How important is it to have internet access
all the time? Sometimes we have to choose what we can afford rather than the
choice that most closely matches our wants or needs. You need to con-
There might be some places in NZ you can’t go sider both the initial cost which might include a modem, the ongoing
if you need the internet all the time. You can monthly costs, and the cost of any possible add-ons like extra data for
add aerials to extend your coverage, but you busy months or extra hardware and its installation.

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Talking to four van loads of Choosing an internet provider, continues
international tourists
Step 2: What is on offer?
Bette Cosgrove
Armed with a clear idea about your needs, you can now
On my last roadie I met and chatted with four van loads of scope out what is on offer from the different providers.
international tourists from UK, Australia and Germany who Check out those dedicated to mobile internet as well as
have been freedom camping around NZ in small (slider- mobile phone providers. At this step, ask questions but
type) hire vans from Escape or Jucy. agree to nothing.

How wonderful to welcome them back as tourists. The plans and costs
• What plans seem to meet your needs?
Things I learned from all four groups. #vanlife • Does tying yourself to a contract give you a discount
#ontheroadagain
They absolutely LOVE our country #freedomcampingnz worthy of the bond?
and feel privileged to be able to enjoy • Is there a choice of combining mobile phone/s and
our natural beauty
internet? Do the dollars stack up?
They travelled up and down both islands. • Are you looking at a joint/ family kind of arrangement

They spend a lot of money — on food, petrol and rather than individual?
hireage. They found NZ was very expensive! • Can you join on to a family member’s existing plan?
• Can you use the one arrangement both at home and
They were all here for minimum 5-6 weeks.
while on the road?
They clean up after themselves — their vehicles and Assessing a provider
campsites were spotless. Its worth talking to others about their experiences with
a company and looking at reviews. Reviews here:
They all commented about our 'four seasons in one day' ckw.nz/glimp-rural | ckw.nz/glimp-mobile
weather.
• How is their admin process: contracts, charging and
They could not understand why their small vehicles paying? (don't assume the helpfulness of sales staff
might no longer qualify for CSC, if the law changes and re- reflects what happens on their help desk, they are
stricts where they could stay. They all felt this law change often a different team.)
might discourage visitors from coming if freedom camping
was more limited. • How is their help desk: helpfulness, their hours,
phone / email access? Do you care if the helpdesk is
They use apps and chat to other travellers to find top NZ-based or not?
spots and had met some lovely people.
• Do they offer any discounts for a group you belong
They didn't use their onboard portapotties because they to? Netspeed offers a discount for All Points Camping
said there were always toilets where they stopped in the al- members. Wireless Nation offers a discount for
located/restricted freedom camp or DOC sites. One couple NZMCA members. Check any other of your group
couldn't understand why some toilets were locked at night. memberships for discounts.
A good question. One family, in a Jucy van, here for 8 weeks,
had used the portapotty twice for their young son. Step 3: Consider these dimensions of difference

They had never had an inspection by a council officer. • Service / reputation.
• Coverage (where you can get a signal)
It was great to meet them all briefly. Another special part of • Using a phone, modem or satellite?
being on the road. • Speed & gigabytes.
• Installation issues.
Haere mai all you fabulous tourists. • Costs, contracts, discounts.

How long is a piece of string?

Armed with a clear idea of what you need and questions
to ask, you can navigate the thickets of promotional-
speak to make a good choice of internet provider.

If you are still uncertain, start with an easier, cheaper
option, and change up if or when you feel a need.

Keep on asking and listening to others’ experiences with
their internet provider. Keep yourself ready for change.

Check out last issue’s article on
‘Getting the internet on the road’
ckw.nz/internet-road.

28 Camping the Kiwi Way SUMMER 2022

Hints and tips on toilet cassettes I figured Heather and John had put lots of time
into thinking into how best to manage a toilet
Heather McMurdo cassette as they developed their Dump Mate, so I
asked them to share their best tips with us.
Through our own experience, and also from talking to many people Editor
while demonstrating and selling our Dump Mates, we have picked up
a few ideas to make things easier and cleaner.

Empty often fan that ventilates through the floor, so we have no nasty
smells in our motorhome any more. I can highly recommend it.
When we first started motorhoming, we tried to use We must have tried every toilet chemical on the market, and
every public toilet we could, because this would make none really worked, (although to be fair, they probably lost
our cassette last longer before we had to empty it, a job their effectiveness after a couple of days). We still put a dash in
that John did not look forward to. This just seemed silly to the cassette as we have a few bottles to use up.
me, when we had our own nice bathroom to use, but
then I wasn’t the one emptying the cassette. Anyway, Clean the inside of the cassette
once we had our Dump Mate, this was no longer a
problem, and we now empty every second day. We have Every now and then, John takes the top right out of
noticed that this alone keeps the cassette much fresher, the cassette and gives it a really good clean inside. He
rather than trying to make it last four or five days. has even designed a small tool to unscrew the top so
as not to put too much pressure on the plastic. See
After-trip care sidebar. He also uses CRC silicon grease on the rubber seals.

When we get home from a trip away, John always half fills Use our Dump Mate!
the cassette with warm water and a scoop of Napisan (or
equivalent) and keeps it in the garage, giving it a shake Emptying the cassette with a
every time he walks past it. Then he rinses it out , puts a Dump Mate, is a very quick and
dash of chemical in it and small amount of water. clean operation. If we are
emptying our grey water as well,
A ventilation kit we start this running first, and
then do the cassette. Because
We don’t really need to use a chemi cal, as we have fitted we are putting the Dump Mate
a Thetford Ventilation kit (similar to a SOG unit). This has a in the sewer pipe, and there is
no spillage, there is no risk of
contaminating your grey water
hose. By the time you have
emptied your cassette and rinsed it a few times, the Dump
Mate is clean, and you just shake the water off, and pop it back
in it’s bag. Then you can pack up your grey water hose, and
both jobs are done. There is no mess, and the dump station
(and your feet) are clean. This is a real bonus if the water
pressure at the dump station is poor, or there is no hose.

A DIY tool to unscrew the top of the cassette Use the cassette air-lock release button

This tool takes some of the pressure off the plastic lugs. We have been surprised to hear, when
demonstrating, that many people do not re-
In the flap from the top of the cassette, drill two holes, slot- alise that their cassette has a button on the
ted to make a keyhole shape. They are at top, at the back to allow air flow.
70mm centers on our cassette; yours As you raise the back of the cassette to
might differ. empty, hold the button in:
you will find it empties much more smoothly.
The stick is a piece of broom
handle, 300mm long.

Cut a slice out of it. This isn’t How not to forget to take your Dump Mate with you
necessary but makes it fit
more closely. Another little tip is to leave the bag for the Dump Mate in your
cassette locker when you take your cassette out. This will mean
Partially screw in two screws to match the when you put the cassette back, you will see the bag and it will
holes you drilled in the cassette flap. remind you to make sure you
have your Dump Mate with
Use this stick as a lever to you. You don’t want to leave it
at the dump station.
turn the flap without

putting too much pressure

on the lugs , which are only plastic and

easily broken. John McMurdo

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 29

HAVE YOU
GOT A

DUMP MATE

YET?

Test the person not the vehicle DUMP MATE MAKES THE WORST JOB
EASIER AND CLEANER
Responsible Campers Association Inc
Standing up for the rights of campers in • takes the weight See it in action on our website
Aotearoa NZ
• prevents spills $65
Set up in 2017, the Association (RCAi) surveyed local • easier on your back
authorities about responsible
freedom camping in their dis- • keeps your feet clean
tricts, and now focuses on prac-
tical management solutions to • shiny ABS plastic rinses clean Postage $10/15 NI/SI
the many concerns that were • choose black or teal rural +$4.30
identified. • comes with a bag free pick up in Blenheim
• NZ made
Placing the onus on the mode [email protected]
of camping rather than the John 021 979 323
people, is misdirected in our view. Without even basic
camper education, focusing on regulating a campers’ www.dumpmate.nz
facilities fails to truly solve the problems.
THE EASIER AND CLEANER WAY TO EMPTY YOUR TOILET CASSETTE
RCAi worked on a simple accreditation programme,
working with others such as the Department of Con- Councils have been made aware of RCAi's simple solution and
servation and Fire Service staff. Responsible camp- many districts unofficially recognise our accreditation.
ing — whether using a pup tent or staying in a
house-bus — is at the heart of our mission. RCAi is a strong advocate for positive solutions to any freedom
camping issue, working to protect the right to freedom camp on
Our Responsible Camper Accreditation Programme public land in line with the current permissive Freedom Camping
offers a short online questionnaire testing knowledge Act, and the Bill of Rights Act. We presented an opposing submis-
on water and waste management, environmental fire sion to the select committee that is currently considering Minis-
safety and responsible practices that 'leave no trace'. If ter Nash’s proposed changes to freedom camping.
you pass you receive an education pack, sticker and
‘Toilet Equipped’ card which is current for two years. RCAi members can rely on their volunteer
Accreditation is open to all campers, no matter how leaders to stand up for their rights as
you travel, for a small fee. campers in Aotearoa New Zealand.

To learn more or gain accreditation
go online here: accreditedcampernz.com.

30 Camping the Kiwi Way Finally made it out to Ocean Beach in Whangarei.
Mavis in her natural habitat. ©2022 Cheine Matheson

SUMMER 2022

Instagrammable: making the most of instagram

Bette Cosgrove

Instagrammable(v) beautiful enough to share on the Instagram.com app

So many travellers, campers, and vanlifers are recording
their journeys on 'the gram' these days, sharing snippets of
their lives, packaged neatly in squares or reels.

Instagram, the social media plat- an often addictive
form, is a quick and easy way to ‘look book’
document and share to your cho-

sen followers or a keen public, just

where you've been and what you've seen.

‘Reels ‘or ‘carousels’ of photos and video snippets with back-

ground music, are simple to create and can make even the

most basic scenery shot look like a a good place to
luxe travel promo for camping or research for your
travelling adventures.
next roadie
It also creates a simple visual diary
Coddiwomple (v)
for your trips away or life on the
To travel in a purposeful
road. manner to a vague
destination.
Instagram is an attractive and often addictive 'look book' to
scroll through, filled with recommended places to visit and ©2022 Bette Cosgrove
shared experiences.
What is a hash tag? And how do you use it?
It's a good place to start researching if you want to go on a
roadie or camping trip of your own. Take a word. Put a # (hash) in front of it. Its a hashtag.
Add the hash tag to your photos on instagram, your
Beware of what you see though stories posts on facebook, any blog post you put on the inter-
net. Just type it at the end. #coddiwompling
Instagram feeds can often glorify or sanitise the sometimes Now you can find your and other peoples stuff that share
the same hash tag. Your photos and posts will stand
cold, miserable or cramped re- be mindful: carefully alongside others who also add #coddiwompling to their
ality of vanlife or camping ad- curated shots are photos.
ventures. Always be conscious
that the carefully curated likely missing the full Bette has shared several
shots of stunning vistas, natu- truth of her stories from Instagram

ral beauty, and carefree living with us in this issue.
Pannekoken for breakfast
might be missing the full truth of everyday challenges that
p24
weather, environment, crowds and lack of home comforts
Riding the estuary
can create. cycle trail in Katikati

Where to start? p32

If you're keen to discover new places to visit or freedom Tanners Point
camp, in our gorgeous country, then a good place to start is
to search Instagram using the #hashtag #Coddiwompling p34

You're bound to find an INSTA account with adventurous Ki-
wis, just like you, to follow. They're intent on finding out-of-
the-way places to share their life 'in squares' so that their
followers get a head start on which top spots to add to their
itinerary.

Try these recommended accounts for starters :

@vangranz @adventureswithrosy

@wandawompling @coddiwomple_van

@lifedonedifferentlynz @wee.white.van

@shazgram

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 31

Katikati coastal estuary cycle way

Cycling on a stunning Spring day around the Katikati coastal estuary cycle way which loops back to the town through the
kiwifruit, avo and grape vines. Heard the steady clicking and cracking noises from swift strokes of industrious horticulture
workers clipping away at their pruning tasks.

Folding bikes are a game changer in our van. An easy way to get around and always safely out of the weather, stored in our
under-bed garage. A great transport addition to A Van Called Wanda. Bette Cosgrove #vangranz ©2022 Bette Cosgrove

Fishing at Kingston Q’town Lakes

Secured a magical spot be- going to Queenstown was

side the lakes edge at only a murmur on the

Kingston freedom camp and nearby road. Vehicles must

went fishing. Caught no fish, be self-contained if sleeping

but enjoyed the serenity. over (arrive early as it's a

The camp has a slight slope popular spot). Day trippers
as it is at the base of the have use of everything, in-
mountains, and there are cluding the new loos.

© 2022 Heather Auckram plenty of shady trees. Traffic Heather Auckram

Book now on 0800 844 844 SUMMER 2022
Discounts: All Point Camping and NZMCA
32 Camping the Kiwi Way

Preparing for the cold winter "brrrrrr's" Now’s the time to plan or

Linda Butler prepare your caravan, bus

My husband Martin and I met up with Ray Harris the We are looking forward to or motorhome for next
winter before last at Waihi Gorge. Our first night in the next year when we hit the winter. I asked Linda to tell
bus in winter. road. Late August after we us about her journey to
return from Europe. We warm up their bus. Editor
Darn, we could only get the new heater up to 10ºC on that
night, and woke to a -3ºC frost. We opened the oven door, lit will be snug as a bug in a rug. We hope!
the gas and waited for sunshine. I'm proud of my hubby, he
Don't give up. Get ready for those winter blues… brrrrr…

did agree to stay another night, but we enjoyed the warmth

of Ray's 30º heater that evening, while playing cards until

bedtime. This was from our newly installed diesel heater. Oh

boy, we soon wondered if there was actually nothing wrong

with the old gas one after all. The installers spent a lot of

hours trying to work out the problem. Even with lagged

pipes the heater wouldn't get warmer than 18º. Finally we

were told the poor insulation and many windows in the bus

were the problem.

So over the last few months we came up with a plan. Our bus has a lot of windows
Our yurt incarnation
1. Purchased woollen carpet; it won’t need underlay,
we were told. Photos © 2022 Linda Butler

2. With the curtains closed around our beds we still had a Drivers window insulation
draft coming from the windows. We have a silver rail in Sealing the edges.
front of the window. No probs. Op shop curtains pur-
chased and now we sit draft-free with a feeling of sitting
in a yurt in the back of the bus.

3. The carpet did need underlay as we still felt it cold.
Fixed.

4. Hubby couldn't stand the cold on his body from the bus
wall lining under the window by the bed. He needs a bit
more fat on him! So we bought yoga mats. Nice and thin.
Can lay under the mattress when not in use.
Perfect.

5. Stumbled on a net curtain to cover the door for insects
and thought, why not also get a long curtain to cover the
door for cold? Found one that fits a treat and hangs
around my passenger-side headrest when not in use.
Another draft fixed.

6. The venetian blinds in the kitchen: we found just enough
curtain to cover over them as well.
We are going to be so snug!

7. The bathroom felt like a bucket of ice. We hung a curtain
cord and threaded a towel by its own hem. That kept the
cold off our arm. Easy to wash.
Might try leaving the door open in the evening to let the
heat from the cabin flow in.

That only left the driver's window area. We heard about in-
sulation paper that builders use. We bought about 10 me-
ters, cut it down to each individual window size, then used a
heat gun and sealed the edges. This hopefully will help with
the frost also! We hope...

Since doing all this, we have been unable to get out to try it,
other than 2 nights at Lake Camp before winter really hit, af-
ter the carpet was put in and we had our curtains over the
back windows. That little made a big difference.

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 33

Tanners Point Seniors meet to share the local gossip, re- Shhhhh don't tell too many people.
tirees leisurely trek around the bay track
Paradise is when you and the clear water sparkles as the tide Bette Cosgrove
coddiwomple to a pristine pulls up.
tidal bay for a swim and Katikati, Bay of Plenty
discover what the locals Everything is greener and bluer than
already know. you've seen for ages, and the light Photos ©2022 Bette Cosgrove
recharges your soul batteries.
At a stunning freedom camp
parking spot, bush and po-
hutukawa boughs reach
down to the water along the
coastal reserve walkway.

Fishers drift in to throw a line
from the jetty, or putt out
from the boat launch for a
day on the water.

An old time local wanders up
the track, bare feet following
his old terrier.

Purakaunui Bay Campsite Catlins, Southland Photos ©2022 Kayla Laatz

What a stunner this place was! Its a DOC campsite with long other caravans parked up. Just be aware the grass can be
drop toilets, water taps, and fire pits. quite muddy.

Nothing like falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing For this particular DOC camp site you can book online in ad-
on the beach. vance or pay on arrival by bringing exact change.

Getting there, there’s about 20 minutes of gravel road with We saw tons of playful seals and heaps of brave surfers too!
a few cattle crossings; nothing too steep. There were a few 10/10. Kayla Laatz

34 Camping the Kiwi Way SUMMER 2022

CLIFDEN SUSPENSION BRIDGE

Scrambling out of a tent is
not so easy for me these
days, so car camping allows
me to still enjoy the out-
doors. Clifden Suspension
Bridge, about 10km out of
Tuatapere, has a grassed area
for tents and a stoned carpark for
overnight stays. It's free and has
new, clean toilets. Only disturbances
were a few cattle in a nearby pad-
dock and a cute friendly rooster.
Heather Auckram ckw.nz/clifden

Nokomai station on the way to Queenstown. We went there
as kids; now we take our kids there. © 2022 Dallas Hibbs

I’m in Rotorua today (MTB Mecca) ready for
tomorrow’s ride, the Whakarewarewa Forest Loop:
33km, 3hr. Another one of the 23 Great Rides of NZ.
ckw.nz/great-rides ©2022 Andrew Morton

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 35

NZers go camping: clubs & groups on Facebook

NZ cycling groups NZ women travelling Camping groups

Motorhomers go cycling NZ NZ solo women travellers NZ Fun Adventures Camping

New Zealand motorhomers including Discussion, support, inspiration and For all types of camping including fami-

those in buses and caravans who are in- sharing among NZ women who travel lies; to share your camps, gear and the

terested in cycling trails, cycleways, solo (sometimes or all the time), and cool locations you visit. Our aim is to in-

roads or mountain bike trails. You can overnight in their vehicles. Maybe in a spire more people to get out camping

post pictures of your cycling adven- caravan, a motorhome, van or a car. whether it’s done on a tight budget or

tures, connect with others to organise 450 members in super luxury.

group rides, and discuss anything about ckw.nz/solo-women-travellers 12K members

bikes both electric and non electric. Female Travel Buddies NZ facebook.com/groups/nzfacamping

3k members ckw.nz/motorhomers-cycle For single NZ women who travel in a All Points Camping NZ — chat, share
self contained motorhome /camper / A group run by NZ's national camping
caravan (not a car nor station wagon) club to support campers in NZ. regu-
larly runs camps.
and who do not travel with a man.

377 members 8.6K members

Bikepacking New Zealand ckw.nz/female-travel-buddies facebook.com/groups/AllpointsNZ

Bikepacking is about getting outdoors Motorhome Babes Motorhomes, Caravans, Campers NZ

and seeing new country. It is any ride This is group is capped at 500, and is For motorhome, caravan and camping
that includes an overnight stay. This enthusists to buy, sell or chat about
group is about sharing ideas, routes, currently not accepting new members, anything to do with being on the go or
so it is hidden on Facebook. the best places to visit or how to solve
bike hacks and ride info. problems.
It is a very active and friendly group,
7.2k members ckw.nz/bikepacking and there are frequent, informal meet
10K members ckw.nz/m-c-c
NZ Cycle Touring ups around the country. It is for women
NZ Motorhoming/Caravanning/
Traditional road based cycle touring. who travel on their own in their mo- Camping with kids
3.5k members ckw.nz/cycle-touring torhomes at least some of the time.
A family friendly group for those look-
Worth keeping an eye out, so you can ing for places to motorhome, caravan or
join up when places become available. tent with kids and grand kids.

500 members (currently closed, so there is no link) 2.1K members ckw.nz/with-kids
Women Travel in New Zealand
New Zealand Camping Guide
It's all about ‘& Travel in New Zealand’.
Why travel alone? Meet other women This group is for people to share camp-
and make the most of your trip. ing spots and information with each
other.
Recreational Riders NZ 1.4K members ckw.nz/womentravelnz 1.9K members
ckw.nz/nzcg
A resource for the ever growing recre- Wāhine tramping and hiking NZ
ational cyclist community in NZ New Zealand 4WD and Camping
9.5K members ckw.nz/wahine Show us your off-road adventures and

6.7k members ckw.nz/rec-riders Women's Hiking NZ stunning camping spots.

2.5K members ckw.nz/hiking 6.7K members ckw.nz/4wd

Wāhine Outdoors New Zealand NEXT ISSUE

185 members ckw.nz/wahine-outdoors Facebook groups for particular kinds of

camping or overnighting.

36 Camping the Kiwi Way SUMMER 2022

Hitting the Northland beaches — STOP AND STAY

Check out our Stop and Stay listings for recommended places to stop and stay on your travels around the top of NZ.
Only the best. www.stopandstay.org

Heading up to the top of the North Island to see Cape Reinga is on most people’s bucket lists. For those who enjoy a bit of
camping, finding that perfect spot to stay is an added bonus. Finding two such places is something special.

Taputaputa DOC campsite Matauri Bay Holiday Park

Situated only a couple of km’s south of Cape Reinga the Thirty kms north of Keri Keri is Matauri Bay. It’s a steep,
Department of Conservation, Taputaputa camping area tarsealed road down to the campground and reserve
is well worth the drive down into the secluded bay. but a relatively easy climb back out, even with large
vehicles.
Very popular over the Christmas and January period it is
recommended that you book through DOC if you are want- A large, flat, campground with all amenities plus store and
ing to stay during that period. For the bulk of the year you gas station is situated in a wide sandy bay. Which is a shell
can just roll up to the camp and choose your spot. collector’s paradise.

The camp is located on the foreshore of a small bay and la- A very picturesque bay, the water is warm, safe and popular
goon suitable for swimming. For hikers there is the coastal for swimming and with a moderate surf. The location, view
walkway to explore. and peacefulness is such that it is hard to pack up and leave
when it’s time to go.
To get to the camp it is an easy drive
down a short winding metalled road, Prices are very good, including full facilities, and non-pow-
suitable for all vehicles. Camping sites are flat with several ered sites are just slightly more than DOC camp fees. For a
different areas. There are multiple, vault toilets on site but bit more you can have a powered site.
you need to take your own drinking water.
This camp comes highly recommended as fantastic value
Instead of driving up to the Cape and back in one day why for money, beautiful surroundings and terrific hosts.
not stay overnight at this special place and see the cape at
first light or sunset. Standard DOC charges apply. matauribayholidaypark.co.nz

taputaputa.nz

SUMMER 2022 Camping the Kiwi Way 37

EVENTS — Camping

WED, 21 DEC: MT THOMAS FRI, 17–19 MAR : CAMP FEST

WOODED GULLY, CAMPING Bulls Domain, Rangitikei

Arthur’s Pass National Park, Canterbury A weekend of camping, at CAMP FEST.
All campers — tents, trailer campers,
FRI, 02 DEC: PĀUATAHANUI Join our NZFA ambassador Craig Steele at teardrops, caravans, motorhomes are
this gem of a location for a couple of welcome. All Points Camping
nights. 21–23rd. Booking required. DOC
camp fees apply (or a DOC pass). route54.org/campfest
[email protected]
NZ Fun Adventures ckw.nz/mt-thomas

Battle Hill (Wgtn) facebook.com/nzfunadventures

A Club camp — guests welcome but THU, 29 DEC: REPOROA

registration is required. Battle Hill is a New Year Camp Taupo — All Points
historic site within a short distance of
Porirua and nestled under Transmission Camping Club 7th Birthday and New Year
Gully. Feed the eels, enjoy a farmland
nature walk. Campfires yes, but dogs no, camp. Club members and guests are
as it’s a working farm. Families with tents
welcome to join us. Please register.

All Points Camping ckw.nz/new-year

welcome. FRI, 3 FEB: MORISONS BUSH

All Points Camping ckw.nz/battle-hill

SAT, 10 DEC: VISIT THE TRUE Wairarapa Camp by the Ruamahanga FRI 31 MAR:
River: tents, caravans or campers. Great

CENTRE POINT OF NZ for kids. KIMBOLTON SCULPTURE FESTIVAL

Waiohine Gorge Camping Co-incides with the Martinborough Fair. Join us for an amazing weekend camping
All Points Camping ckw.nz/morisons at the Kimbolton Sculpture Festival.
Its 9km (return) with an expected fitness
level required (good). If you can walk for The Festival day is Saturday 1 April.
4–6hrs return and don't mind up hill
sections then you should be fine. All campers — tents, trailer campers,

We are excited to visit a place that not For more camps teardrops, caravans, motorhomes
many people know about or access. keep an eye on welcome. All Points Camping
ckw.nz/kimbolton
NZ Fun Adventures
FB: ckw.nz /true-centre allpointscampingnz.org/events

ckw.nz/nzfunadventures-events
(FB)

EVENTS — Festivals and Shows

These events offer an opportunity JANUARY Motueka Country Music Festival

for people to overnight while they 7–8 Jan: Motueka, Tasman
attend. Some are restricted to
certified self contained vehicles, Revitalise ckw.nz/motueka-country-music-festival
some restrict or ban pets. 2–4 Jan: By Fiordland National Park
Check the event website for details.
Music, organics, healing, and Marton Country Music Festival

sustainability — a revitalized vision 13–15 Jan: Marton, Horowhenua

for a better world. revitalize.nz martonfestival.nz

DECEMBER ‘22 Wairarapa Music in the Country Katikati Avocado Food & Wine Festival

Sanctuary Sounds Music Festival 6–8 Jan: Near Featherston, Wairarapa 14 Jan, Sat: Katikati, Bay of Plenty

2–4 dec: Takapau, Central Hawkes Bay Great live music, atmosphere and Great food, the best of wines, lively
sanctuary-sounds.co.nz experience. entertainment and more.

tauherenikau.co.nz/music/ katikatiavofest.co.nz

Egmont Country Festival Kumeu Classic Car & Hotrod Festival

6–8 Jan: New Plymouth, Taranaki 20–22 Jan: Kumeu, Auckland

A relaxed weekend with music. Celebrate all things Classic Car/Hot
ckw.nz/egmont-country-festival Rod related kumeuhotrodfestival.co.nz

38 Camping the Kiwi Way SUMMER 2022

EVENTS — Festivals and Shows continued

JANUARY CONTINUES Lions Club of Ashburton South Island Hokitika Wildfoods Festival 2023
Motorhome Show 11 Mar, Saturday: Hokitika, West

Whanganui Vintage Weekend 11–12 Feb: Ashburton, Canterbury Coast

20–23 Jan: Eclectic vintage themed Buy, sell, or view vehicles; commercial A celebration of the West Coast's
and private sellers, camping unique wild food and lifestyle, with
events and attractions. premier entertainment.
whanganuivintageweekend.nz equipment, food stands and fun!Social
campers are welcome. wildfoods.co.nz

Wheels in Wanganui southislandmotorhomeshow.co.nz Havelock Mussel and Seafood Festival

22 Jan, Sunday: A family day out, Wairarapa Wines Harvest Festival 11 Mar, Saturday: Havelock,
raising funds for St Johns. Marlborough
FB: ckw.nz/wheelsinwanganui 17–18 Feb: East Taratahi, Wairarapa
wairarapaharvestfestival.co.nz Enjoy fresh mussels, King Salmon, and

Festival 1 Pacific Oysters, with great kiwi music

27–30 Jan: Karapiro, Waikato Mandeville Fly In and Steam Festival and entertainment.
18–19 Feb: Mandeville, Southland havelockmusselfestival.co.nz

Music, art & community. Be transported to an age of open cock- CAMP FEST
Like the rhythm of a pulsing heart… 17–19 Mar: Bulls Domain, Rangitikei
pit flight and steam-powered railway
ckw.nz/festival-1
journeys. experiencemandeville.nz

Auckland Folk Festival Wings over Wairarapa 2023 A weekend of camping, craft and trade
stalls, workshops and entertainment.
27–30 Jan: Kumeu, Auckland 24–26 Feb: Masterton See the camping entry on p38.
aucklandfolkfestival.co.nz
70 aircraft including vintage, military, route54.org/campfest
[email protected]
Edendale Crank Up jets, helicopters, aerobatic displays,

28–29 Jan: Edendale, Southland and much more! Fantastic ground dis- Covi Motorhome, Caravan & Outdoor
One of NZ’s biggest annual vintage plays and activities for small and big
SuperShow
kids alike. wings.org.nz
17–19 Mar: Auckland supershow.co.nz
machinery event roars into action. MARCH

edendalevmc.co.nz Repco Beach Hop

FEBRUARY Selwyn Sounds 22–26 Mar: Whangamata, Bay of

Niagara Falls Bluegrass & Roots Festival 4 Mar, Saturday: Lincoln, Canterbury Plenty
Brilliant music; fantastic food trucks
beachhop.co.nz

4–5 Feb: Catlins, Southland selling delicious food from around the George Begg Festival
Musicians from throughout NZ
world. selwynsounds.co.nz
30 Mar–2 Apr, Thursday: Invercargill
converge on the Niagara Falls Café, for

a weekend of toe-tapping goodness. North Canterbury Wine & Food Festival The party vibes of the 1960s and

niagarafallscafe.co.nz 5 Mar, Sunday: Waipara, North 1970s for petrolheads, party people

Burt Munro Challenge Canterbury and families. georgebeggfestival.nz
8–12 Feb: Invercargill & Bluff
Enjoy an eclectic range of food stalls, a APRIL
diverse selection of North Canterbury

Make an offering to the God of Speed. wine, quality live music and family Kimbolton Sculpture Festival
burtmunrochallenge.co.nz friendly entertainment.
ncwineandfood.co.nz 1 Apr, Saturday Kimbolton, Rangitikei
Waimakariri Country Music Festival
An outdoor art and sculpture exhibition:

10–12 Feb: Rangiora, Canterbury 121 Festival 2023 sculpture from off the farm, about and

countrymusic.org.nz 10–12 Mar: Tauherenikau, Sth of the land. All-day entertainment,

Wairarapa country food, coffee, bar, free family

A 3 Day Dance Odyssey fuels your fun, laid back music, lots of give-it-a-go
things to do. Suitable for all ages
creative expression through art, music, (accompanied young people are free).
See the camping entry on p38.
and culture. 121festival.co.nz

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NORTHLAND

Northland RV Wendy and Brent White Ka Pai Campers

Kerikeri Whangarei Maungaturoto

RV service, parts and accessories. Self containment installation and certification. Campervans builds and self containment.

– Mark & Corine Thorburn, 021 307 666 – 021 172 9919 – Aaron Duffy, 021 276 7665

– [email protected] – [email protected] – [email protected]

– www.northlandrv.co.nz

AUCKLAND

Ravneel Singh Norwest Gas Fitting Ltd RV Repairs Ltd

Auckland / Silverdale Auckland / Kumeu Auckland / Albany
– 020 4104 4392 Self containment, gas fitting and compliance. RV service, parts and accessories.
– [email protected] – 021 780 449 – 09 442 1264
– [email protected] – [email protected]
Vantage RV – www.norwestgas.co.nz – www.rvrepairs.kiwi.nz

Auckland / Silverdale Neil O’Gorman River Jones Gardner
RV service, parts and accessories.
– 09 427 8247 Auckland / Torbay – 021 0224 1635 Auckland / Albany
– [email protected] Auckland Rep: All Points Camping Club NZ
– www.vantagerv.nz – 022 437 8747 Vanlifer
– www.kiwiselfcertify.com
Mike Bish Auckland / Takapuna
A J Tech Campervan fitouts, parts and certification.
Auckland / Stanmore Bay – Jason & Mike
– 027 384 3848 Auckland / Torbay – [email protected]
Self containment installation and certification. – www.vanlifer.com
North Auckland Caravans – Alec Mckellar, 021 151 9845
– www.ajtech.co.nz Assaf Davidovitch
Auckland / Kumeu
RV service, parts and accessories. David White Auckland / Henderson
– 09 412 7840 – 020 4133 9710
– [email protected] Auckland / Torbay – [email protected]
– northaucklandcaravans.co.nz Self containment installation and certification.
– 022 430 7718
– [email protected]

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AUCKLAND CONTINUED

Mike Bahmani Steve Hibben Zion Motorhomes

Auckland Auckland / Penrose Auckland / Pokeno
Self containment installation and certification. Campervan fitouts, parts and certification. Motorhome sales and service, parts and
– 021 280 6006 – 027 4851 141 accessories.
– [email protected] – [email protected]
– 09 869 8815
Campervan World 33 Lee Robinson – [email protected]
– www.zionmotorhomes.co.nz

Auckland Central Auckland / Highland Park
Campervan fitouts, parts and certification. – 021 037 2255
– Mai Pelko, 027 456 3290 – [email protected]
– [email protected]
Shannon Woller
Sean Craig
Auckland / East Tamaki
Auckland / Mt Wellington – 021 135 3262
– 021 1135319 – [email protected]
– [email protected]

WAIKATO, COROMANDEL

John Belle Inside Out RV Robert Hatchell

Coromandel / Tairua Hamilton Waikato / Te Awamutu
Self containment installation and certification. RV service, parts and accessories. Self containment and gasfitter.
– 0800 246 7433
– 027 452 7193 | 021 126 0760 – [email protected] – 027 238 4264
– [email protected] – www.insideoutrv.co.nz
Pratts
Lynley Belle Coromandel Ovaland Motorhomes
Waikato / Otorohanga
– 021 126 0760 Hamilton Self containment; plumber and gasfitter.
– [email protected] RV service, parts and accessories. Self – 0800 772 887
containment. – [email protected]
Ross Bennett – 07 874 1976 – www.pratts.co.nz
– [email protected]
Te Kauwhata / Hamilton – www.ovaland.co.nz Dunn Right Plumbing
Self containment installation and certification.
– 027 680 7449 Auto and Marine Trimming World Waikato / Cambridge
– [email protected] Self containment; plumber and gasfitter.
Riverlea / Hamilton – 027 442 2160
Motorhome and Solar Upholstery specialists. Campervan fitouts, – [email protected]
upholstery and installation.
Waikato / Hamilton – 07 858 3242 Alan McNeil
RV Solar, heating and battery specialists. – [email protected]
Self containment. – 020 4126 6626 Waikato/ Tokoroa

– 0800 589 618 – [email protected]
– [email protected]
– www.go.motorhomesolar.co.nz Sanjay Prasad

Greg Smith Waikato / Tokoroa
Self containment installation and certification.
Hamilton
Self containment installation and certification. – 021 293 0320
– 027 2312020 – [email protected]

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BAY OF PLENTY

RV Service Centre Pittams Plumbing K-Pods Tauranga

Plumber, gasfitter. Tauranga RV parts and accessories.
– 021 109 118 390
Mt Maunganui – 07 543 3043 – [email protected]
– www.kpod.co.nz
RV service, parts and accessories. – [email protected]

– 0800 288860 | Royce’s Mobile RVs

027 827 7514 | 027 958 5852 Alliance RV RV service, parts and accessories.
– 021 157 4794
– [email protected] RV service, parts and accessories. Tauranga – [email protected] Te Puke
– www.facebook.com/rmrvs
– www.countrycaravans.co.nz – 07 571 0271

RV Shop – [email protected]
– www.alliancerv.co.nz

Mt Maunganui George Matthews

RV service, parts and accessories.

– 07 575 5612 Plumber, gasfitter. Tauranga Gateway Caravans
Tauranga
– [email protected] – 027 444 1801

– www.rvshop.co.nz Whakatane
RV service, parts and accessories.
Creative Campers Tony Hewitson
– 07 307 100 | 027 230 0955
– 021 104 0459 – [email protected]
– www.gatewaycaravans.co.nz
Mt Maunganui – [email protected]
Self containment installation and certification.

– Ken MacPherson, 021 165 6015
– [email protected]

ROTORUA, TAUPO

Ace Caravans Motorhome and Caravan Services Craig MacDonald

Rotorua Rotorua Taupo-Rotorua-Whakatane
– RV service, parts and accessories. RV mechanical services and self
– 07 343 7570 | 027 483 101 RV service, parts and accessories. containment.
– [email protected]
– www.acecaravans.co.nz – 07 349 6180 | 022 403 2557 – 021 850 897
– [email protected] – [email protected]
Ian Read – www.mhacs.co.nz – www.dudleymechanical.com

Rotorua / Tikatere Thinus Venter Mike McGregor Taupo / Reporoa
Self containment. All Points Camping Rep.
– 020 4136 6870 Rotorua – 027 210 0889
– [email protected] Self containment and engineering.
– 09 412 7840 Coach and Caravan Services
Charles Edwards – [email protected]

Rotorua Glen Ruebe RV service, parts and accessories. Taupo
Self containment installation and certification.
– 07 210 1460 | 027 726 9324 Rotorua / Okere – 027 890 8901
– [email protected] Self containment installation and certification. – [email protected]
– 021 139 8860 – www.coachandcaravan.co.nz
– [email protected]

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A national network of qualified testing officers

NZ Lifestyle Camping is proud to support NZ campers with The current 4 year NZ Standard for certified self contain-
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Keri to Invercargill. NZ leisure camping industry.

You don’t have to belong to any club to get a self con- As we head towards Summer the industry gets super
tainment check done. busy. Please get in early to ensure your vehicle servicing
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If you need to get a self containment check done please
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GISBORNE, HAWKE’S BAY, WAIRARAPA

Matawai Camp and Store Veronica Vans Ltd Your advertisement

Matawai / Gisborne Hawkes Bay / Napier on these pages?
Self containment plus registered Self containment installation and
campground. certification. Camping supplies. No charge 1 page $180
for a look over. 1/2 page $100
– Stephen and Cindy Ward, 06 862 4830 1/3 page $70 (1 column)
– [email protected] – Ian McNair, 1/4 page $60
– www.matawaicamp.co.nz 021 533 670 | 0800 868 614
Book your space now and
David Dewar Gisborne – [email protected] provide the ad by
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– 022 044 6881 1 FEB for the Autumn issue.
– [email protected] Bryan Boyle
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Michael Scandlyn – 027 454 9023 Dannevirk
– dandbboyle@xtra [email protected]
– 027 620 9609
– [email protected] Gisborne

Sue Dewar Paul Morgan

– 021 134 8995 Gisborne – 021 122 7220 Wairarapa / Masterton
– [email protected]

– [email protected] Team JDR Ltd

First Auto Works & RV Wairarapa / Featherston
Self containment; plumber and gasfitter.
Hawkes Bay/Napier – Doug Juggins, 027 429 4433
RV service, parts and accessories. Camping – [email protected]
supplies.

– 027 835 1889
– [email protected]
– www.firstautoworks.co.nz

TARANAKI

John Woodhead Bob’s Plumbing

– 027 475 6108 New Plymouth South Taranaki / Opunake
Self containment; plumber and gasfitter.
– [email protected]
– James Scott, 027 410 0470
Greenways – [email protected] Classified advertising
– bobsplumbing2022.com
New Plymouth Sell your camping and rv related
Self containment certification and stuff. Advertise a place to stay.
campervan build.
Words and photo.
– 027 905 4756 PHOTO:1MB MIN.
– [email protected]
– www.greenways.nz 59mm wide
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then $5 each extra cm

Detail: ckw.nz/classified
[email protected]

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WHANGANUI, RANGITIKEI, MANAWATU, HOROWHENUA

Combined Plumbers Ltd Chris Dungan Electrical and Me- Foxton RV and Marine
chanical Services
Whanganui Foxton
Self containment; plumber and gasfitter. Manawatu / Feilding RV repairs and engineering workshop.
– Simon Scott, 027 481 1353 Electrical mechanical Inspector. (Formerly Tackle Tactics)
– [email protected] – 027 446 7140
– [email protected] – Philip Kettle, 027 414 9930
Rangitikei Boating and – [email protected]
Automotive Services Nathan Proebstel – www.tackletactics.co.nz

Rangitikei / Bulls Manawatu / Palmerston Nth Francis Donegan Levin
RV, mechanical services and self Self containment installation and
containment. certification. – 021 870 024
– 06 322 1560 – 022 677 4861 – [email protected]
– [email protected] – [email protected]
Bruce Cook
Ettienne Lambrecht Wayne Ravelich Levin
– 021 839 299
Palmerston North / Foxton – [email protected]
President, All Points Camping Club of NZ
– 021 078 0577 Rangitikei / Bulls – 027 475 7420 Gipsy Caravans
– [email protected]
– [email protected] RV service, parts and accessories.
Arthur How – 0800 704 944
Mark and Heidi Macauley – [email protected] Levin
Foxton – www.gipsy.co.nz
– 027 848 9125 Rangitikei / Manawatu Electrical EWOFs inspector and electrical
– [email protected] work.
– 027 363 7006
NZ Lifestyle Camping – 06 363 7138

Manawatu / Feilding
Self containment certification and supplies.
– 027 246 9778
– [email protected]
– www.nzlifestylecamping.com

Motorhome Caravan Classic

Manawatu / Feilding
RV service, parts and accessories.
– 021 306 053 | 021 107 2475
– [email protected]

WELLINGTON, KAPITI

Barry Thomson Kapiti Bedvanz Wellington CB Caravan Imports

– 021 263 9808 – Si Craggs, 020 4826 826 Upper Hutt
– [email protected] – www.bedvanz.co.nz RV service, parts and accessories.
– www.rvdreams.co.nz – 027 642 9379
RV Dreams – [email protected]
Rod Thompson – www.cbcaravans.co.nz#
Upper Hutt
– 027 234 6642 Wellington / Mana RV service, parts and accessories.
– 04 526 2629 | 027 526 2629
– [email protected] – [email protected]

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TASMAN, MARLBOROUGH

Golden Bay Plumbing RV Specialties Motor Kanix

Golden Bay Nelson Marlborough/Blenheim
Certifying plumber and gasfitter. RV service, parts and accessories, appliance Brake, mechanical & chassis services. Fitting
servicing. of tanks.
– Barry Graham – Alex Annable, 022 656 0507 – 03 579 9494 | 027 272 6678
027 465 7882 | 03 391 7888 – [email protected] – [email protected]
– www.rvspecialties.co.nz
– [email protected] Ray Walker
– www.goldenbayplumbing.nz Moutere Caravans
Marlborough/Blenheim
Murray Brown Nelson / Upper Moutere – 027 289 0520
Caravan servicing, repairs and parts. – [email protected]
Tasman / Motueka – 03 543 2668
Self containment installation and – [email protected] Michael Jones Plumbing Ltd
certification. – www.mouterecaravans.co.nz
– 027 243 2550 | 027 204 8709 Marlborough/Blenheim
Total Electrics Ltd Plumber and gasfitter. Caravans a specialty.
David Miller Tasman – 03 578 2034
Marlborough/Picton – [email protected]
– 03 528 4033 Electrical WOF and testing. – www.mjonesplumbing.co.nz
– [email protected] – 03 578 6999
– [email protected] Laser Electrical
RT Services Nelson
Grovetown Caravans Marlborough/Blenheim
Certifying plumber and gasfitter. Electrical WOF and testing.
– Roger Taylor, 027 230 2364 Marlborough/Picton – 03 578 7607
– [email protected] Caravan sales, servicing, repairs and parts. – [email protected]
– 022 1234 514
Jonas Schug Nelson – [email protected]

– 021 0270 4044
– [email protected]

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Verity & Andrew McRoberts

West Coast / Greymouth
– 027 497 8224 | 021 127 2041
– [email protected]

CANTERBURY

Cruzar Custom Campervans John Routledge Neil Stewart

Christchurch / Papanui – 027 536 0442 Christchurch
Self containment installation and certification.
Rangiora / North Canterbury – 027 436 1713 – [email protected]
RV design and build, servicing, solar and – [email protected]
12v systems. David Legge
– Andy, 020 4110 5515 Pulse Compliance Testing
– Brenda, 027 479 6060 Christchurch
– [email protected] Christchurch Self containment installation and certification.
– www.cruzarcustomcampervans.co.nz Self containment installation and certification. – 027 671 7681
– Mike Milne, 022 358 7246 – [email protected]
Nigel Beardsworth – [email protected]
– www.pulsecompliancetesting.co.nz B2BRV
Canterbury / Woodend
– 021 0261 4341 The Camper Man Ltd Christchurch / Hornby
– [email protected] RV service, parts and accessories, appliance
Christchurch / mobile service.
Classic Caravans – David McIntyre, 021 268 3633
– [email protected] – Peter Mitchell, 027 675 7101
Christchurch / Belfast – [email protected]
RV Upholstery specialist. Self containment. Christchurch Campers Ltd – www.b2brv.co.nz
– 022 363 8287
– [email protected] Christchurch The Design Coach & Body
Campervan sales and fit outs. Company Ltd
Matt and Dan’s Campervans – 021 0260 8181
– [email protected] Christchurch /Hornby
Christchurch / Redwood RV service, parts and accessories, appliance
Self containment certification and PRB Services service.
campervan builds.
– 027 780 4311 Canterbury / Christchurch – 03 442 442
– [email protected] Self containment installation and certification. – [email protected]
– www.mattanddanscampervans.co.nz – Peter Boyce, 021 207 8472 – www.motorhomeshop.co.nz
– [email protected]
UK Caravans Ltd – www.prbservices.co.nz Infinity Caravans & Motorhomes

Christchurch / Harewood Gary Frogatt Christchurch / Wigram
RV service, parts and accessories, appliance Caravan sales, parts and service.
service. Christchurch
– 0800 303 330 Self containment installation and certification. – Daniel Yeoh, 0800 115 120
– [email protected] – 021 408 864 – [email protected]
– www.uk-caravans.co.nz – [email protected] – www.infinitycaravans.co.nz

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CANTERBURY CONTINUED

Rolleston RV Gas & Plumbing Keith Rutherford Southern RV -- Timaru Caravan
Services Centre
– 022 4634 898 Rakaia / Canterbury
Christchurch / Rolleston – [email protected] Temuka / Timaru
Certifying plumber and gasfitter. RV service, parts and accessories, appliance
– 022 061 2025 Lifestyle Motorhomes Ltd service
– [email protected] – 03 688 0166
Ashburton – [email protected]
Tourism and Travel RV service, parts and accessories, appliance – www.southernrv.co.nz
service.
Christchurch / Rolleston – 0800 287284 | 03 308 6627 Peter and Roslyn Scott
Self containment and campervan rental. – [email protected]
– 021 278 0030 – www.life-style.co.nz Oamaru/ Otago
– [email protected] – [email protected]

Rolleston Caravans A&K Motorhomes Ltd

Christchurch / Rolleston Ashburton

Caravan sales, servicing and repairs. Heater, solar and TV needs.

– 03 972 5433 | 021 269 2696 – 027 280 8899
– [email protected] – [email protected]
– www.rollestoncaravans.co.nz – www.akmotorhomes.business.site

UCC Motorhomes and Caravans John Heasley — Construction and
Plumbing Services

Christchurch / Rolleston Canterbury / Methven
RV service, parts and accessories; appliance Self containment installation and certification.
service.
– 027 457 9878
– 03 349 7747 | 021 658 116 – [email protected]
– [email protected]
– www.uccmotorhomes.co.nz

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OTAGO

Malcolm McKay Robert Todd RV Super Centre

Palmerston / Otago – 021 149 8546 Dunedin Queenstown / Otago
– 03 465 1143 | 022 026 2230 Campervan sales, service, parts and
– [email protected] accessories.
– 03 450 9511 | 027 235 1377
Gordon Murdoch Baz Rogan – [email protected]
– www.rvsupercentre.co.nz/queenstown
– 03 426 0390 Palmerston / Otago Milton / Otago
RV parts and accessories. Craig Guy
– [email protected] – 020 41 41 0164
– [email protected] Wanaka / Otago
Tony Cumberbeach Certifying plumber and gasfitter.
Dunedin Franco Nobell – 027 443 7721
– 03 476 3793 – [email protected]
Queenstown – www.guyplumbing.co.nz
Murray Pickering Self containment installation and certification.
– 022 398 8608
– 021 233 9655 Dunedin – [email protected]

– [email protected]

Dunedin Motorhomes Ltd

LongLife Mechanical

Dunedin / Kensington Queenstown / Otago
RV service, parts and accessories. RV mechanical services and self
containment.
– 03 4561442
– [email protected] – 027 529 9929
– www.dunedinmotorhomes.co.nz – [email protected]
– www.facebook.com/LLMech

SOUTHLAND

Caravanland Neville Stirling Zone 2

Invercargill / Southland Winton / Southland Garston / Otago
Caravan sales, service, parts and – 027 433 3918 Campervan build & self containment
accessories. – [email protected] services. CAD.
– 0800 4444 55
– www.caravanland.co.nz Ian Ridd – Dan Innes, 027 426 0440
– [email protected] – [email protected]
Winton / Southland – www.zone2.nz
Tony Scannell – 027 236 1077
– [email protected] Kieran Van Loon Plumber
Invercargill / Southland
– 027 601 3078 – [email protected] Gore
– [email protected] – 027 330 8036

Autobarn RV

Invercargill
Gas / electrical/ repairs / self containment
– [email protected]
– www.autobarn.co.nz

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