John Tait Hut was a 14km journey from the wharf following the Upper Travers River. endobj PO Box 56 Following the mornings chilly start, it was now baking hot. Let the red-tipped dawn come with a sharpened air. The grass grew longer and the camber of the track grew more unpredictable. E te Atua Our trip to the West Coast was a brief but enjoyable one. May peace be widespread, Be widespread Now and forever more. Created by the people behind QI, the irreverent show discusses interesting facts and other bizarre idiosyncrasies in life (Did you know that, less than a year before inviting the lightbulb, amongst other things, Thomas Edison narrowly evaded death when he was riding on the very front of a train and it hit a badger? It was hard work, it was steep and rocky and long, but we loved it. They are generally used to ensure a favourable outcome to important events and undertakings such as tangihanga ( the ritual of farewell to our deceased ), hui ( meetings ), unveilings etc., however they can cover every aspect of life. Tna! Ada Pass however was marked by a small sign just off a flat and wide boardwalk. Said of human life, The sun rises to the zenith, then declines. I am the river and the river is me. Anne Hut was incredibly clean and modern, but its position right in the middle of the valley surrounded by little vegetation earns itself the nickname of the most exposed hut in NZ".We dined well and headed back out at 1.00pm. TIKI E! The first step was the 5km between us and Upper Travers Hut, a steady 300m climb along the crystalline Travers River was a breeze and covered well ahead of DOCs suggested time. As is often the case, the short days are the killers. The elevated boardwalk, built to protect the fragile wetlands beneath, went on for perhaps 2km but more importantly, allowed us to stretch our legs, develop some good flow and to give our tired minds a rest from roots and fallen trees. Theres a chance! Tukua te wairua kia rere ki ng taumata PO Box 56 The heat didnt help and neither did our Sandfly -induced inability to have a break (the minute you stopped they swarmed in and cause pain, itching and high stress). Kia hora te marinoKia whakapapa pounamu te moanaHei huarahi m tatou I te rangi neiAroha atu, aroha maiTtou i a ttou katoa. Amine, Lord God Restrictions are moved aside So the pathways is clear To return to everyday activities Christian Karakia: He Karakia Whakakapi Kaupapa (2 Corinthians, 13:14) Kia tau ki a ttou katoa Te atawhai o t ttou Ariki, a Ihu Karaiti . Hui e! Kia Hora Te Marino is a Mori karakia or prayer. Eventually we reached a sign Sabine Hut 30 Minutes", this energized us hugely, even more so when the edge of the mountain rimmed Lake Rotoroa came into view. We bundled in the door and quickly consumed the Green Onion Bluebird chips we failed to eat in town yesterday. Neither method are quick and both sap the energy when repeated often.The climb at least offered a challenge which helped to engage us. We loved it because the view behind us was spectacular with Kehu Peak and Rainbow Pass exuding monolithic wonderment. 2 0 obj The beautifully perched Upper Travers Hut. Kia hora te marino Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana Hei huarahi m ttou i te rngi nei Aroha atu aroha mai Ttou i a ttou katoa . It was chilly but manageable and wildly refreshing. Rongo, god of kumara and peace. We reiterate again the sense of procrastination in his actions. May peace be widespread, may the sea glisten like greenstone, and may the shimmer of light guide you on your way. The map in Boyle Flat Hut suggested it was 6 hours to Anne and a further 4.30 to Christopher. Wrapped up warm, we re-crossed the bridge from yesterday and began our day gliding through frost dusted tussock by the Anne River. Karakia Timatanga Dorothy Hutton: Year 6 Teacher Columba College, Dunedin Wendy Webb: Resource facilitator Technology Online Webinar, Years 0-6 Developing Technology Understandings alongside Practice . We say karakia together at the start and end of the day, or at gatherings/meetings. Christopher Tin - Kia Hora Te Marino lyrics + English translation Christopher Tin Calling All Dawns 6 translations Translation May peace be widespread May peace be widespread, may the sea glisten like greenstone, and may the shimmer of light guide you May peace be widespread, Be widespread Now and forever more. LinkedIn -, , Marina Sobko, , . from the sacred forests Talei. (May peace be widespread, may the sea glisten like greenstone, and may the shimmer of light guide you on your way)Progress: 2847.5km 94.67%The St James Walkway and Travers Sabine Circuit. o te wai tai hbbd``b`@D H W@H"LJ m]~ endstream endobj startxref 0 %%EOF 168 0 obj <>stream Hei awhina, hei tohutohu i a mtou EVp TIKI E! Ki roto, ki tn, ki tn o mtou Feeding our spiritual needs also with the bread of life Tim joined us shortly afterwards and echoed our wonderment for the location of the Hut. May peace be widespread, may the sea glisten like greenstone, and may the shimmer of light guide you on your way. This grisly reminder of a violent past is now a peaceful walk through mature red beech forest with occasional glimpses into the deep canyon below. The track sometimes led high into the banks of the river on slippery and awkwardly angled roots, sometimes it would drop you onto the river bed itself and often through muddy pools on the forest floor. May peace be widespread. Waking up at Cannibal Gorge Hut at 6.00am, our usual Big Day" alarm time, we realised a truth looming over us for a while, we have been walking so long now, and walking North, that the days were shortening. Just three hours to go until the end of this leg and a potential rest day in the town of St Arnaud on Sunday. Decorate your classroom with this nice looking poster with a lovely hand-drawn image of a New Zealand beach with gorgeous pohutukawa trees. Peace on Earth Tna!Hui e, Tiki e! The Turtle being an undignified crawl under the tree hoping your shell (your bag) will squeeze underneath without trapping you on the ground. Goodwill to all people We had been treated to such well made and clear tracks on the St James that the jagged and rooty path slowed our pace significantly. Email maori.development@otago.ac.nz. Hai rahi i ttou mahi We came inside, had a cup of tea and relaxed. Whakataka te hau ki te tonga % Ukraine's Western-backed government has used Russia's February 24 invasion to drastically escalate its repression of the left, banning Ukrainian socialist parties and imprisoning left-wing activists.. Where possible, we have included examples of both Christian and traditional karakia (in shaded boxes) for the following occasions, to: He hnore, he korria ki te Atua 154 views, 3 likes, 3 loves, 0 comments, 1 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Inspire In Education: On Friday, we went over our Karakia Timatanga - Opening Prayer Kia hora te marino by our Year 8. Said of human life. It was overwhelming to look down at the tiny river below and know that was where we were heading. KARAKIA M TE ATA Ka haea te ata Ka hpara te ata Ka korok te manu Ka wairori te kutu Ko te ata nui Ka horaina Ka taki te mere He p he p He ao Ka awatea Bind us all together. While the opening wordless chorus is evocative of the maritime imagery found in much Maori writing, the song also makes use of two traditional forms of oratory: the haka, a ritualistic choreographed group dance, and the whaikorero, a form of speechmaking used to unite the collective will of the people. E h ake ana te atakura Franklin Ridge in the foreground dwarfed by the Mahanga Range across the valley. Karakia timatanga: Whaia, whaia, whaia Te Urutapu nui a Tne Tne te waiora Tne te pkenga Tne te wnanga Tne te whakaputa nei Ki te whaiao, ki te ao mrama Thei mauri ora. As is seemingly becoming a theme, we slept incredibly well. 7 Great Karakia For Te Reo Mori Learners + Pronunciation Embracing Te Reo Mori! Kia whakairia te tapuKia wtea ai te araKia turuki whakataha aiKia turuki whakataha aiHaumi e. Hui e. Tiki e! Sure enough the indicator comes on, it pulls over and the window is lowered. The food of Tane Kia whakairia te tapu Kia wtea ai te ara Kia turuki whakataha ai Kia turuki whakataha ai Haumi e. Hui e. Tiki e! We hurriedly finished up and piled gratefully in the shade of Christopher Hut. Kia tina! The link again is HERE. We carried on downwards as the trees became gradually more dense and the trail became more roots than rocks, again a welcome change for us.A check of the map showed we had dropped 700m and had 400m to go, the 700m had been covered over only 2.9km and the remaining 400m was over 3.6k, in summary, mathematically at least, it should mellow somewhat. The view from the saddle down the Sabine River was incredible, easily in the Top 3 views weve seen in this entire odyssey. The towering Poplar Range forming one side of the sweeping valley and the exotically titled Libretto Range the other. Kia tau ng manaakitanga karakia timatanga or whakamutunga (for beginning, starting, opening or closing) Kia tau ng manaakitanga a te mea ngaro ki runga ki tn, ki tn o ttou Kia mahea te hua mkihikihi kia toi te kupu, toi te mana, toi te aroha, toi te Reo Mori kia tturu, ka whakamaua kia tna! If youve enjoyed the blog and enjoyed our journey, we would be so very grateful for your donation. Last updated: Wednesday, 14 October 2020 | So we opted to do a hugely rare thing for us and put our headphones in. Koia r e Rongo, whakairia ake ki runga Ttou Araroa Chapter 21 Kia hora te marino, kia whakapapa pounamu te moana, kia tere te krohirohi i mua i t huarahi. May the sea be like greenstone; a pathway for all of us this day. Opening Karakia May peace be widespread May the sea be like greenstone A pathway for us all this day Let us show respect for . Draw on, draw on, Opening Karakia May peace be widespread May the sea be like greenstone A pathway for us all this day Let us show respect for each other For one another Bind us all together Karakia Timatanga . hb```a``d`f`/fd@ A+s,b`hjP``#@='|wsg+ Our efforts received a significant boost when we had a moment of Te Araroa dj vu, much like on the ridgeline of Mt Pirongia, some 2000km back, we were presented by a gift from the gods: surprise boardwalk. Jesus Christ, our Lord Speargrass Hut with Mount Robert in the background. 3@-@:="e4'QA{n& M/5ur5_1$f5K% H2 H% endstream endobj 148 0 obj <>/PageLabels<>]>>/Pages 145 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 149 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 720 540]/Parent 145 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 150 0 obj <>stream Hui e! Rapa, 14 Whiringa -nuku, 2020. From the cradle to the grave we are forever learning. Hold fast. A karakia / blessing on all who travel. A slow cooked harissa lamb burger (Sarah) and a spicy chicken, bacon and cheese burger (Bill) were accompanied by the obligatory chips and the exquisite sweet corn ribs" (chargrilled corn on the cob quarters with heaps of spice and crispy onions). xXn7}7*($iH}pBqdYh$9".eu sfCNoNl|qXgf=tu^o699;%'kN WNqbeB stream We had just the 5 hours to walk that day so a slow start saw us remain in the hut until 9am. New Zealand, Tel +64 3 479 8081 Amen. Sharon. of Tangaroa May peace be widespread May the seas. For example: welcoming the dawn and farewelling the day, to ensure a safe journey, for different types of illness, when undertaking t moko (tribal tatoo), when carving wharenui (meeting houses) or waka (traditional canoe), and more. White bearded Paul (hence the festive nickname) is driving to Nelson Hospital to pick up his Mum whod broken her arm in a fall. Cease the winds from the west The head of the Kryvyi Rog military administration, Oleksandr Vilkul, has warned that Russian troops are preparing an attack on the city, in the Dnipropetrovsk region, from Kherson, where . It is intended to support staff efforts to incorporate te reo Mori me na tikanga into their daily working life. Secure it. Opening Incantation May peace be widespread May the seas be like greenstone A pathway for us all this day Let us show respect for each other For one another Bind us all together! Kia hora te marino, Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana, kia tere te Krohirohi i mua i tu . Given to us by the atua Tane, god of forest. With the introduction of Christianity to New Zealand in the 19th Century, new karakia were written to acknowledge the Christian God and Jesus Christ. Here, Te Ao Mori refers to three key areas: Together, these three areas will provide you with a broad overview, and hopefully, a better understanding of Mori culture and Mori realities. New Zealand, Tel +64 3 479 8081 Unuhia ki te uru tapu nui A 6.00am wake up meant pitch blackness. We smashed down breakfast (and a tea of course) and were on our way. Draw together! The valley was still and the grass, tussock and rock provided us no shelter from the now boiling sun. Nothing for it then but to have an early start and get it done. We greeted the mud as an old friend and continued on our merry way.Bills shoulder was beginning to play up, the combination of a freshly restocked, and thus heavy, bag and the fast going (more speed = more impact) were causing a bit of strife. The Sabine River was a constant companion to our right, it varied at times from a wide shallow expanse to a deeply deeply gorged rapid raging river. We eventually caught the boat to the track start at 10.30 and began our walking in earnest at 11.00. Kia hora te marino, kia whakapapa pounamu te moana, kia tere te krohirohi i mua i t huarahi. Draw together! The tranquil and well loved Trip Inn in Westport was home to us, and our tremendous beef nachos for a night. Te Ao Mori denotes the Mori World. Whakatngia to wairua tapu We had got into bed at 7.30pm and slept almost interrupted until our alarm chimed at 6.30am. Karakia are prayers or incantations. Here, Te Ao Mori refers to three key areas: te Reo Mori ( Mori language) Tikanga Mori ( protocols and customs ) te Tiriti o Waitangi ( the Treaty of Waitangi) Together, these three areas will provide you with a broad . Sarah listening to the Barack Obamas inspirational autobiography A Promised Land" and Bill to the slightly less highbrow Off Menu Podcast (2 comedians interview a different celebrity each episode and get them to choose their perfect dining experience). Lord, develop a new heart Tent up and bellys rumbling we head back to the Alpine Lodge for one of their famous Pizzas. Cease the winds from the south stream Fortunately being near the river meant stops for water were frequent and easy. The John Wayne is the up and over approach which often leads you straddling a large trunk of wood, legs akimbo like youre riding a horse. Kia hora te marino May peace be. from the cultivated gardens Feeding time over, we went back to camp, got changed and went for a swim in the marvelous Lake Rotoiti. Home. Dinner was the usual fare but our pre-bedtime hot beverage was a hot chocolate which we added some actual real dark chocolate too for added creaminess. Find out more about Kia Mia's interactive bicultural training software Te Rito. Banqer. We had sent a box of food onwards here so headed in and picked up our predictable cache of tuna sachets, couscous bags and granola. Let the strength and life force of our ancestorsBe with each and every one of usFreeing our path from obstructionSo that our words, spiritual power, love, and language are upheld;Permanently fixed, established and understood!Forward together! Me te aroha o te Atua The most notable thing about the morning was that, on February 18th (Northern Hemisphere equivalent: August 18th) there was a heavy frost on the ground. Karakia Tmatanga Kia hora te marino Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana Hei huarahi m ttou i te rangi nei Aroha atu Aroha mai Ttou i ttou katoa Hui ! A dinner of a very strange tofu curry, rice and peas filled our bellies and readied us for an early night. There are widespread reports of Ukrainian state security services arresting and torturing leftists. It is at times like this when you are incredibly grateful for your walking poles, they are your strongest ally in the dual struggles of gravity and momentum on a descent. The dirty tan color of the little hatchback suggests the owner has had a lapse in judgement in the past and might err again by stopping for us. Link here: https://christophertin.lnk.to/CelebrationThreadID Kia Hora Te Marino is a setting of a traditional Maori blessing. Part One was West Sabine Hut to Sabine Hut on the shores of Lake Rotoroa. Hui e! We lovesingingtogether. Inside all of us Affirm! TINA! hSmo0+m@*|&d@,@@lii4!8}{_:|$V Sarah again listening to Barack Obama and Bill to Quickly Kevin, will he score? (a hugely nuanced podcast based on English football in the 1990s. We packed up and headed off just past 7.00, committed to making this three hour section take two. The 11 days of food in his bag contributed to his arrival some hours after us despite being on the same boat. << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> A Decca Gold release; 2021 Tin Works Publishing, LLC, under exclusive license to UMG Recordings, Inc.http://vevo.ly/xXcaTN For the goodness of our bodies It was impossibly cold but refreshing and essential after the days sweaty end. Ensure it is never lost He whakaaro pai ki ng tngata katoa in heaven) We started out crossing the Sabine River on another lovely one person suspension bridge.A DOC Ranger we met had described the next section as a dog" so we were looking forward to that. We havent hitched much, but you get to build a good instinct for who might stop. N Tane Email maori.development@otago.ac.nz, Find out more about Kia Mia's interactive bicultural training software. Kia tau ki a ttou katoaTe atawhai o t ttou ariki o ihu KaraitiMe te aroha o te AtuaMe te whiwhinga tahitangaKi te wairua tapu ke ake, mine. Nelson Pelorus Bridge- Havelock- Queen Charlotte Track Finish. 15 minutes pass to no avail until around the corner comes a mid 2000s Mazda 3. Cannibal Gorge Hut is equally as idyllically placed as Ada Pass, with cracking views of the rocky peaks of the Spenser Mountains all around. Ake, ake, ake We were walking from Boyle Flat Hut to Christopher Hut, via Anne Hut. % I. We turned to follow the Ada and enjoyed the tremendous views the confluence of these giant valleys provided. Hei oranga m mtou tinana Views of the wonderfully named Faerie Queens, a name given to a range of peaks in the Spenser Mountains, provided a breathtaking backdrop through the trees. Forever and ever Mr Redmond. It has three. Following the Saddle was the gentlest of gentle descents, fortunately passing over the Saddle had now placed us in a valley where the conditions were far better suited to the suns position in the sky and thus were treated gratefully to its warm embrace. The development of language, programmes, contexts for learning, signage, landscaping and building developments at Waimairi School are all informed and guided by an extensive cultural narrative document gifted to us by Ngi Tahu. %PDF-1.5 Hui e! May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all, forever and ever, amen. Source notes: Information in this section has been provided by Kia Mia Bicultural Communications. Let this be my commitment to all! Purea nei e te hauHoroia e te uaWhitiwhitia e teraMahea ake nga poraruraruMakere ana nga here. Unuhia, unuhia from the sea Nearly 30% of us will require treatment for Mental Health issues in our life and the chances are we all know somebody affected by the wide range of issuesitcancause. We answer, he says hes heading to Nelson (pretty much on the way) so we hop in. Kua horahia te kaiN ng atua i homaiTane mahutaHaumiatiketikeRongomtneTangaroa - kia ora. The 6.30am alarm was summarily dismissed and the morning was a slow one. A touch of frost, a promise of a glorious day. Let us show respect for each other, for one another. Whiti Ora Ki Te Whai Ao. Affirm! Our first milestone for the day was Anne Saddle. 3 0 obj Bless this food Pass successfully navigated, we strolled the remaining distance to Ada Pass Hut with ease. Our mutual engrossment in our respective podcasts meant we covered distances quickly. E ngungu ki te phatu e ngungu ki te rkau. It wasnt terrible, but it was slow, rooty and energy sapping. %PDF-1.3 215 views, 13 likes, 3 loves, 3 comments, 0 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from Featherston School: Karakia tmatanga We start our day and meetings with this karakia. Listen to "Kia Hora Te Marino" from my new compilation EP 'The Celebration Thread'. Restrictions are moved asideSo the pathways is clearTo return to everyday activities, Kia tau ki a ttou katoaTe atawhai o t ttou Ariki, a Ihu KaraitiMe te aroha o te AtuaMe te whiwhingatahitangaKi te wairua tapuAke ake ake,Amine, May the grace of the Lord Jesus ChristAnd the love of GodAnd the fellowship of the Holy SpiritBe with you allForever and everAmen. Nogo. Kia hora te marino Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana Hei huarahi m ttou i te rngi nei Aroha atu aroha mai Ttou i a ttou katoa Hui ! To clear, to free the heart, the body and the spirit of mankind Unfortunately, being by the river, there was a huge colony of Sandflies all around so opening a window was out of the question. =X&v|_zxsw7,F h)uzbr}=.~rN3-z}]]BYs=-\c-Vzx^zll_l.0zp]ocE;s\'^._y ]p:e@, z,'hlUaaXM `A| p)hayt(] 'u;g@%4IoL{e!$M8.h_N 4d7|Ak48dr> 0A)ZzR>"'X/N2-k2w JW 7~cCwnY>"]4[bagm,s'0G)0;,V:wwv&+zvbYNpvM'Rel:z;_wO00c;O$iGwCA\/[frlB'8'e?y_O-$;.BpqN&x{K.w|] <> Hang e te Atua he ngkau hou Welcome the gifts of food Upon conquering the vertical challenge away from the lake, it was now a case of working our way around the gigantic Mount Robert before dropping into a hollow by Speargrass Creek, home to its eponymous hut. Match case Limit results 1 per page. E te AtuaWhakapainga nei kaiHei oranga m mtou tinanaWhngaia hoki mtou wairua ki te taro o te oraKo Ihu Karaiti t mtou ArikiAke ake ake,Amine, Lord GodBless this foodFor the goodness of our bodiesFeeding our spiritual needs also with the bread of lifeJesus Christ, our LordForever and everAmen, E t mtou Matua i te rangiKia tapu tu ingoaKia tae mai tu rangatiratangaKia meatia tu e pai aiKi runga ki te whenuaKia rite an ki to te rangiHomai ki a mtou ianeiHe taro m mtou m tnei rMurua o mtou haraMe mtou hoki e muru neiI o te hunga e hara ana ki a mtouAua hoki mtou e kaweaKia whakawaiaEngari whakaorangia mtouI te kinoNou hoki te rangatiratangaTe Kaha me te kroriaAke akeAmine, Our Father who art in HeavenHallowed be Thy nameThy Kingdom comeThy will be doneOn earth as it is in Heaven.Give us this day our daily bread;And forgive us our trespassesAs we forgive thoseWho trespass against us;And lead us not into temptationBut deliver us from evil.For the kingdom, the powerand the glory are yours, now and forever.Amen, Equitable & effective government performance for Mori, List of advice received by the Minister for Mori Development, List of advice received by the Associate Minister for Mori Development, List of advice received by the Minister for Whnau Ora, Information from other government agencies. It is a strange feeling to look at over 1100m of vertical descent and begin inching your way down. TINA! Dunedin 9054 The undulating nature of the surrounding environment meant we alternated between sun and shade for the first few hours of our day. o te wao endobj Mori ki Otago Use these lyric and video guides, have apractice at home, then join inwith us next time you are at a school event. You sense he is in no rush today. When we did set off it was again following a river and gently undulating in soft beech forest. Thei mauri ora! Mahi--tahi . Bill went in and picked up the, sadly very predictable, anti-smorgasbord of tuna, couscous, granola and peanut butter. No way! Aided by this wooden pathway to heaven we made great time and, when the boardwalk finally finished, we dropped down quickly and spotted the hut rising like a temple amongst the long grasses of the hollow. Whngaia hoki mtou wairua ki te taro o te ora Ko au te awa, Ko te awa ko au. Kia hora te marino, Kia whakapapa pounamu te moana, kia tere te Krohirohi i mua i tu huarahi. The hut was boiling, the harsh afternoon sun had roasted its snug confines. Mori ki Otago He maungrongo ki te whenua Bill was struggling due to not drinking enough water so stops were perhaps more regular than would have been preferred. We would love to reach $3,008, one for each kilometer weve walked, just $224short! While simple in definition, it is rich in meaning and vast in breadth and depth. Affirm! Welcome the gifts of foodfrom the sacred forestsfrom the cultivated gardensfrom the seafrom the fresh watersThe food of Taneof Rongoof Tangaroaof MaruI acknowledge the sky father who is above me,the earth mother who lies beneath meLet this be my commitment to all!Draw together! The trail was better, but still somewhat slow due to windfall (fallen trees). As with the St James Walkway before, Travers Sabine Circuit has a Big Day too. Our next obstacle was the St James Walkway, a well used and pleasant intermediate level hike through some stunning country.We jumped off the bus at the Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre just past Lewis Pass. The piece also ends on the same soft wordless 'ooh' that begins the entire Calling All Dawns song cycle, thus making it a complete circle.\" Christopher Composed by: Christopher Tin Performed by: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Lucas Richman (conductor), Jerome KavanaghMaori Haka performed by Ben Mullon, John Mullon, Jordan Young and Tangaroatuane Produced by Gregg Greenwood #ChristopherTin #TheInspirationThread #KiaHoraTeMarino -----CONNECT WITH CHRISTOPHER----- Visit https://www.christophertin.com for concert updates, sheet music, performance resources, lyrics, merchandise, and contact information. May the sea be like greenstone; a pathway for all of us this day. The usual suspects. Whiti ora ki te whai ao ki te ao mrama. A small percentage of our love for Nelson is reserved for the fantastic Burger Culture where we had lunch. 1987 Toyota Camry? We smashed out the remaining distance very swiftly, our light bags facilitating light feet.We got to the road and up went the thumbs. <>>> The walk would take us up and away from the lake to sidle the west side of Mt Robert some 600m up from the lake. Paul has dropped us off at the Alpine Motel, this was useful for us because we had sent our second foodbox here ready to pick up before the next section. Waimairi School recognises Mana Whenua - Ngi Tahu. of Rongo \"I wrote Kia Hora Te Marino as a companion piece to Baba Yetu.