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- Sun Jun 26, 2016 2:51 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
Hey Tony has work safe (or who ever they are) chased any volinteers on this yet? I remember a bit about a crash on a cycle race down CHCH and there was talk of liability for the organizers The bike race was a commercial operation, that's why there was a witch hunt Makes no difference under the Crim...
- Sat Jun 25, 2016 7:34 pm
- Forum: Events
- Topic: Offlimits Ice Buster 30-31 July
- Replies: 9
- Views: 7088
Re: Offlimits Ice Buster 30-31 July
donno if it will be much fun in a open wagon, might get a tad cold :shock: but if others have been before in open trucks i could well be keen to join.... ive got a wooly hat 8) Shame I gave away my drysuit when I gave up diving , that would be the ticket in an open truck ☺. Mudlva trying to fit int...
- Fri Jun 24, 2016 11:14 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
The problem we (HBMTB club) found wasn't us it was the land owners... because they were concerned about there liability for allowing us access there solution was simple... keep us out, alot of farm land is closed just for this reason That was why we did the club liability insurance and encouraged m...
- Fri Jun 24, 2016 10:47 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
"Anti conformist" :mrgreen: I feel so Punk Rock right now :mrgreen: What I'm trying to point out is what we all already agree on. Those that cause the trouble already don't follow the rules. More access regulations and restrictions won't bring those members of society into line, they will...
- Thu Jun 23, 2016 10:27 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
I agree clint . the new legislation reads fairly simply that a pcbu should take all reasonably practicable steps. in the descriptor of pcbu it reads person conducting business or undertaking by in blanketing the same law across volunteers and clubs. and thats the hook we go volunteer up a track an ...
- Thu Jun 23, 2016 10:25 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
the new legislation reads fairly simply that a pcbu should take all reasonably practicable steps. in the descriptor of pcbu it reads person conducting business or undertaking by in blanketing the same law across volunteers and clubs. From http://www.business.govt.nz/worksafe/information-guidance/al...
- Thu Jun 23, 2016 10:23 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
Madaz wrote:slidenyo wrote:
Call it draconian or a donation of your time i wouldnt care if it saw the full length of vandy and waitawheta reopened ...
Correct me if im wrong, isnt Waitawheta closed because of the silt issue in the river?
In simple terms, Yes.
- Thu Jun 16, 2016 11:04 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
So what about Thompsons? NZFWDA asked us to stay out, so we did. You also said that NZFWDA was working positively with the council in regards to reconstituting the track..... Money was Promised to NZFWDA and also rebuilding the track to a certain extent, but whats happening now? Great news. Matamat...
- Thu Jun 16, 2016 9:40 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
those of us who are working the coal face realised a long time ago that the idea of a few guys with shovels on working bees is not going to keep tracks open. When I hear that I hear too many user group, consultation forum, management committee, operational analysist, strategic planner, value engine...
- Thu Jun 16, 2016 5:40 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
DieselBoy wrote:You say that, but nz4wda and local council walked away from Thompsons track because it was to "complex"
You are misinformed.
- Wed Jun 15, 2016 10:38 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
doesnt matter what laws are brought about in what ever aspect there are those that wont obey .... i myself dont see why i should have to pay to go thru tracks as a comercial trip or be a member of a club just because there are a few dickwads out there These tracks require maintance to keep them ope...
- Wed Jun 15, 2016 6:39 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
doesnt matter what laws are brought about in what ever aspect there are those that wont obey .... i myself dont see why i should have to pay to go thru tracks as a comercial trip or be a member of a club just because there are a few dickwads out there These tracks require maintance to keep them ope...
- Wed Jun 08, 2016 6:22 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
Even if clubs manage the tracks and trips differently its not all doom and gloom. it only requires one member to be permit and hazop trained ; write a permit , establish a plan and control measures for hazards , identify stakeholders and establish a rescue and recovery plan. Possibly nzfwda should ...
- Fri Jun 03, 2016 10:55 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
Well thats about the most defeatist attitude i've heard in a while, Does the nzfwda have a lobbyist? Have you spoken to all parties in parliament. If you the head is willing to roll over an take what comes, where is the hope for any of us? Look at your so called professional event last week? Where ...
- Fri Jun 03, 2016 7:49 pm
- Forum: Land Access / DOC legislation / Regulations
- Topic: Public Access vs Club Access
- Replies: 62
- Views: 29205
Re: Public Access vs Club Access
I can certainly understand the benefits of Club only access and it is working well in some arears already and has been suggested from time to time for various other arears. In every case where this is suggested publicly I have a deluge of complaint from non-members who think that NZFWDA should be wo...
- Thu May 12, 2016 10:37 pm
- Forum: Isuzu
- Topic: C240 Opinions
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5021
Re: C240 Opinions
sell the entire boat and buy a boat with more power. Likley to work out much cheeper
- Thu May 12, 2016 6:42 pm
- Forum: Suzuki
- Topic: Jimny Gearbox
- Replies: 0
- Views: 914
Jimny Gearbox
Anyone happen to have a spare Jimny Gearbox i can beg, steal , borrow or buy?
- Mon May 02, 2016 10:30 pm
- Forum: This weekends achievements
- Topic: 25/4/16 - Thompsons track
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5282
Re: 25/4/16 - Thompsons track
Because people drove it when it was closed the council who are responcable for its upkeep will not touch it plus where to put the spoil from moving slips ect so we are in a catch 22 position, not sure if someone took a machine in would they be congratulated or fined. NZFWA problem or ours that's ar...
- Wed Apr 06, 2016 9:33 pm
- Forum: Suzuki
- Topic: Fan into Radiator
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1093
Re: Fan into Radiator
Thanks, that's great info. What year Mirage did you scavenge the radiator off. My radiator is temporarily salvageable but is not healthy. I'm up for a replacement. Cant remember exactly, it was a while ago. But if my memory serves me correctly most small mitzi from early 90s had the same setup with...
- Tue Apr 05, 2016 6:29 pm
- Forum: Suzuki
- Topic: Fan into Radiator
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1093
Re: Fan into Radiator
I have had a couple of 413 where i have removed the fan and replaced the radiator with a mitzi mirage unit, complete with fan and heat sensors in the bottom of the radiator. fitted in easily and worked like magic. Pleanty of cooling and as soon as the bottom of the radiator hit the water the fan tur...
- Wed Mar 30, 2016 7:36 pm
- Forum: Planning a trip?
- Topic: Maratoto wires loop. Sunday 3rd april
- Replies: 16
- Views: 6292
Re: Maratoto wires loop. Sunday 3rd april
Your are a keen man. Ararimu Safari on Saturday and Maratoto on Sunday.
- Mon Mar 21, 2016 6:41 pm
- Forum: Planning a trip?
- Topic: Ararimu Safari
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4751
Re: Ararimu Safari
Still a few places left. Just had an extra property added so less than 3Km of on road driving in the morning then back at the start point for lunch. different direction in the afternoon.
Everything looking good for a great day out, and not far from home for many of us..
Everything looking good for a great day out, and not far from home for many of us..
- Wed Mar 09, 2016 5:47 pm
- Forum: Planning a trip?
- Topic: Ararimu Safari
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4751
Re: Ararimu Safari
Went for another drive over most of the route the Araimu Safari will be taking. I have lived close by all my life and was very surprised at how high it is in there and how much land is in there. Some very steep climbs and great views over the city, Hunua Ranges , west to the coast and even a little ...
- Wed Mar 02, 2016 9:43 pm
- Forum: Jeep
- Topic: Off-Road Trailer
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3116
Re: Off-Road Trailer
it has to be "safe' and have lights, a safety chain
and no unsafe fittings .
and no unsafe fittings .
- Tue Feb 02, 2016 9:29 pm
- Forum: Product Reviews / 4wd Service
- Topic: vehicle transport between north and south island
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3999
Re: vehicle transport between north and south island
We use these guys to send motor homes to CHCH. http://www.shadestrucking.co.nz/about.html Found them to be excellent and well priced if you dont want to rush them. should be cheaper chch toAk.
- Wed Jan 27, 2016 7:08 pm
- Forum: Events
- Topic: Marshalls required for National Trial Feb 28th in Masterton
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4520
Re: Marshalls required for National Trial Feb 28th in Master
And if that date or location doesn't suit I can offer you an even better deal for the earlier round, 14 February at Maramarua (Not far from the Red Fox) and we will give you the BBQ at the end of the day for free.
Call me on 09 2983194 or 0274792636 after hours
Call me on 09 2983194 or 0274792636 after hours
- Fri Jan 22, 2016 5:51 pm
- Forum: New Members and Beginners
- Topic: New member and 4wd beginner
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1419
Re: New member and 4wd beginner
Usually you take your own vehicle on club trips, but if you contact a club they will probably arrange a seat in someone else vehicle if that is what you want. List of clubs and contact details are here
http://www.nzfwda.org.nz/clubs/
Tony Burgess
NZFWDA Public Relations
http://www.nzfwda.org.nz/clubs/
Tony Burgess
NZFWDA Public Relations
- Wed Jan 20, 2016 7:27 pm
- Forum: Planning a trip?
- Topic: Ararimu Safari
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4751
Re: Ararimu Safari
Entry forms now available. be in quick so you don't miss out because of very limited numbers.
- Tue Jan 19, 2016 7:05 pm
- Forum: Suzuki
- Topic: Jimny modifications
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1151
Re: Jimny modifications
I call it Minor panel work because it has only one dent, but it is quite a large dent.
- Tue Jan 19, 2016 4:49 pm
- Forum: Suzuki
- Topic: Jimny modifications
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1151
Re: Jimny modifications
What are you thinking of doing. I have a jimmy with a rock crawler bigger tires, locker, winch mounted in the rear seat and some minor panel work.
Tony
Tony