Air Chats Spring 2020 Inflight Magazine

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Home to 47,300 (and growing steadily), Whanganui has become a popular holiday destination and place to live. Whanganui is also one of the regional towns benefiting from ‘urban drift’ - a post-Covid term where workers, who were able to work remotely during lockdown, have decided to move out of the larger centres for lower house prices, a more relaxed way of life and a sense of community that exists in the regions.

With lower priced commercial and industrial space available, why not consider relocating your business?

Whanganui is a shining light post-Covid and is showing once again the benefits of living in this special city with soul.

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With an excellent climate, great schooling options and its proximity to the river, mountains and sea, Whanganui continues to deliver the complete package.

Enquiry is strong locally and nationally, plus there’s growing interest from expats wanting to return home.

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From character Victorian and Art Deco homes through to contemporary, coastal and modern, we have it all. If it’s space you’re after, consider our range of lifestyle properties, all within a short distance to the CBD.

REINZ figures released in June 2020 have revealed a record median house price for Whanganui of $362,550.

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What an incredibly unprecedented time we have experienced in the past few months.

The Chatham Islands are New Zealand’s most eastern islands, located over 800 kilometres (500 miles) east When I last sat down to write the introductory of southern New Zealand.

About 600 people live on Our Air Chathams family were amazing through words for our inflight magazine Air Chats the two largest islands, Chatham and Pitt,I could and we lockdown. Craig, Marion, and I owe a massive debt never believed the events that were about havehave officially been a part of New Zealand since 1842.of gratitude to our staff who continued to support

to occur and the impact COVID-19 would have on islandsour areindustry volcanicand in origin with diverse ourThe country, our family business.

us by accepting voluntary reductions in pay. A huge sacrifice through a very tough and stressful landscapes and a fascinating history, renowned for time. Many of our staff remained active through Our first indications something was not right a bountiful seafoodthat industry and conservation efforts lockdown as we implemented forward strategies to was in February when the live crayfish export protecting many rare and endangered species. ensure our business came through Covid ready to from the Chatham Islands stopped suddenly due adapt to the new aviation environment. to a ban on live exports into China. Then in March Top tips before making a visit: our country was introduced to the Alert Level We are now embarking on the monumental task of • No a passport necessary when our day to system, systemisthat would impact re-establishing regional air links and building back flying from New Zealand. day lives for the following days and months. our network over time. Best estimates envisage an • There are no mobile phone networks on the As restrictions on international came into force, 18 to 24-month period before pre-COVID-19 levels island - bring your phonetravel for photographs might be realisable. However, further setbacks and our ATR-72 aircraft that operated high-end national and enjoy being unconnected for a while. the dreaded community transmission of Covid-19 air•tours aroundisNew Zealand for an American Electricity standard for New Zealand at could certainly impact those projections. tour company stopped flying and all customers 240 volts AC, but can be unreliable so we currently in country wereprotection evacuated Auckland recommend surge onto your devices.

We want to reassure our loyal customer base to •catch international home.

A monumental Pack clothing forflights variable weather.

Think layers that we are as committed as ever to maintaining effort and by our team over 24-hour period. protection froma the sun, wind and rain. essential air connectivity into regional Sturdy walking shoes are recommended.

This was sadly followed by our last international New Zealand. We need th • The Islandsflown are 45 ahead of service toChatham Norfolk Island onmins the 20 March your support now more mainland New closed Zealandand standard before the borders future time. flights were than ever. So please • There are no shuttles or taxis. Transport from suspended. continue to act as our the airline needs to be arranged with your airline ambassadors The real blow came on March as accommodation as the will 25th any rental vehicle and encourage your our country Alert Level 4 and the Air prior toentered your visit. family and colleagues Chathams network was reduced • Checkscheduled with your accommodation provider from about anyto support and fly local!

115 weekly flights to or six!allergies as the Chatham Islands specialist needs

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often have limited supplies for specific requirements.

Fortunately, the response from government and Ka kite anō • There isofaTransport small hospital a resident doctor the Ministry waswith swift.

We applied and safe travels! and nurses available.

Air Chathams always for and received financial support to continue recommends travel insurance for any air travel. Duane Emeny, essential freight services to the Chatham Islands.

Chief Operating • With deep family connections and local These flights ensured critical medicines andheritage, Officer Air many places of interest are on private land groceries were supplied to the island population, Cameron Town & Talia Anderson-Town Chathams and require the owner’s permission to visit. and the essential food production and export If you are unsure, please ask first. businesses on the Chathams could continue Silks Audit Chartered Accountants through lockdown.

Flysowith us for the letters of support we We are grateful and experience received to support our applications for funding. whattruly the humbling.

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Each year Air Chathams carries more than 140,000 passengers around New Zealand, and in each edition of our inflight magazine Air Chats we celebrate the very best of the regions we cover: from art and culture, to business, history and lifestyle, Air Chats tells the stories of the people who make those places great. If you’d like to be a part of Air Chats, get in touch - the team would love to hear from you.

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EVENTS/NEWS The airline that brings New Zealand together.

AN ISLAND LIKE NO OTHER It’s the eastern-most part of NZ – and it’s like nowhere else on earth.

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BLAZING A TRAIL

The Kāpiti Arts Trail is celebrating its 20th anniversary and you’re invited.

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ALL ABOARD

October is set to be a busy month in Whanganui, and that is why you should pay it a visit.

OFF THE BEATEN TRACK

Conveniently linking Whakatāne and Ōhope beach, this stunning bush walk deserves your attention.

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PARADISE FOUND History, stunning scenery, and great food – Norfolk Island has it going on.

GREEN MILES

Air Chathams all new frequent flier programme – and you can sign up today.

DESTINATIONS

Air Chathams is New Zealand’s largest privately owned airline, flying to some of New Zealand’s best regional destinations.

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From single engine light aircraft to our turbo-prop planes, we’ve something for every occasion.

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‘Sculptureum’ a part of the Elemental Festival

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Elemental Festival - Arts + Eats + Beats 1st to 31st October www.aucklandnz.com/elementalfestival This month-long festival of arts, eats, and beats celebrates everything that is exceptional about Auckland. Featuring delectable feasts, musical delights and spellbinding tales of Tāmaki Makaurau, Elemental AKL will see the region transformed into an oasis of urban delights this October.

Heritage Month Saturday, 3rd October to Saturday, 31st October www.whanganuiheritagetrust.org.nz Whanganui has one of New Zealand’s highest concentrations of European heritage buildings, still largely intact, and dominating the city centre. They represent a significant number of building styles dating between 1860 and 1960.

There are also a large number of Māori sites of significance including the St Paul’s Memorial Church Putiki, which was recently awarded NZ Heritage Category 1 status, numerous marae along the Whanganui River Road, and the picturesque settlement of Jerusalem. Discover and celebrate all things from the past with Whanganui Heritage Month.

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EASTERN BOP

WHANGANUI

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Events

Ōhope Wild Food Challenge Saturday, 31st October 1pm - 6pm www.ohopewildfood.nz The Whakatāne District is brimming with wild food and natural abundance, making it the perfect place to host an event to celebrate the environment’s precious natural resources.

The Ōhope Local Wild Food Challenge is set amongst a festival that celebrates local food, sustainability, and the environment.

An action-packed programme includes live demonstrations with food tastings, an interactive mystery box challenge, live bands, a craft beer garden, food stalls and more!

Saturday, 12th December www.localwildfoodchallenge.com

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With the concept of creating the best dish with at least one wild and locally sourced ingredient, this event is open to amateurs, professionals, kids, locals and visitors. Food tastings, vendors, entertainment and live demonstrations will fill in the scene for a competition rich with fantastic food and great prizes sponsored by local businesses and New Zealand networks.

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LOOKING AHEAD

CHATHAM ISLANDS

Chatham Islands Wild Food Challenge

Kāpiti Food Fair Saturday, 5th December www.kapitifoodfair.co.nz The Kāpiti Food Fair is an iconic annual food and beverage event well known to vendors and visitors alike. In 2019, over 22,000 people descended on Mazengarb Reserve in Paraparaumu for a day filled with the very best in local produce and vendors, locally manufactured food and beverages and a free kid’s zone.

America’s Cup World Series Thursday, 17th December to Sunday, 20th December www.americascup.com This regatta raises the tantalising prospect of the teams opting to race their second AC75s for the very first time ahead of the Prada Cup Challenger Selection Series in January and February 2021 and the Match for the 36th America’s Cup presented by Prada in March.

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News

Big Boost for Chatham Islands Economy The Chatham Islands economy has received a big capital injection with close to $40 million for infrastructure, tourism promotion and sustainability projects.

Infrastructure Minister Shane Jones says doing this work now, which includes runway lengthening, building, lighting and fencing upgrades is expected to future proof the island air services for the next half century.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the islands, first through the halting of crayfish and blue cod exports and then through the drying up of livestock and wool sales. Fishing and farming are the islands’ main sources of economic revenue. This, coupled with a lack of tourism, has resulted in an estimated $20m in lost revenue to the islands and unemployment of up to 30 per cent.

Every study on the issues and opportunities for the Chatham Islands economy has identified effective air services as critical for sustainable growth,” he said.

Air Chathams COO Duane Emeny is delighted that the islands have been recognised in the latest round of funding. “Air Chathams is thrilled to receive the exciting announcement that the Chathams Island Airport ‘Longer and Stronger’ project has been approved as a shovel ready development funded through the national infrastructure fund recently announced by the coalition government. It is a much-needed silver lining for the island and our airline in what has been a very difficult year for the aviation industry. With a longer and stronger runway our airline is no longer constrained in terms of fleet selection going forward. With a really positive boost in Chathams tourism due to international borders closing the island may well require a larger aircraft to meet both passenger and cargo demand in the next 3-5 years. We’re also delighted to see support going to the One Billion Trees, Tourism Chatham Islands, Rural Broadband Initiative and Chatham Island Taiko Trust,” he said.

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Provincial Growth Fund invests $2.5 million into Whakatāne The $2.5 million Whakatāne acceleration package provides additional funding for three Whakatāne projects that previously received $36.8 million PGF funding as part of the New Zealand Upgrade Programme.

Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters recently announced the additional funding. “This package is about jobs, and about community confidence. The funding will be used to forge partnerships between the three projects to enable the sharing of expert advice and support for common outcomes,” he said.

The PGF funding will be used to accelerate the following projects: • Riverfront Revitalisation: This project is led by the Whakatāne District Council in partnership with Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa. It will establish Whakatāne as a world-class, small town destination, and includes a significant upgrade to the riverfront promenade and remediation and improved accessibility of the existing town wharf.

• Commercial Boat Harbour: This project is led by Te Rāhui Lands Trust in partnership with the Whakatāne District Council, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa and Ngāti Awa Group Holdings Ltd. Situated on a 10.9ha block of Māori freehold land, this project will address the need for more berths and better protection from the dynamic river environment, increasing local economic returns.

Kāpiti Gateway gets the green light The proposed Kāpiti Gateway at Maclean Park has been given the green light by Infrastructure Minister Shane Jones.

Kāpiti Coast Mayor K Gurunathan said the Government has approved $2.23 million from its COVID-19 Response and Recovery Fund towards the project, 50% of the estimated project cost.

“This is a fantastic result for Kāpiti and is an investment in the future of our district.

Councillors will now meet to discuss the allocation of the Council’s $2.23 million share, following robust scrutiny of the business case,” the Mayor said.

The proposed concept for the Kāpiti Gateway comprises a 235m² single-storey multi-use building that will be accessible to all with a large expansive deck (450m²) for visitor and community use. Subject to Council funding, the project will also deliver improvements to the Tikotu Stream mouth, a new bridge over the Tikotu Stream, landscaping, and interpretative storytelling including carved pou and a waharoa (entranceway).

• Kāinga Development: This project is led by Ngāti Awa Group Holdings Ltd., and Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa. The site of the Whakatāne Army Hall will be rebuilt as an iconic building promoting and celebrating the heritage, culture and stories of Ngāti Awa. It will provide a destination for recreational and commercial visitors, and provide a venue for community events.

This PGF acceleration package for Whakatāne also complements the $8.2 million PGF funded worker redeployment package announced for Whakatāne in June 2020. To date there has been over $207 million in Crown funding for four catalytic initiatives in the Eastern Bay of Plenty - aquaculture, high value horticulture, tourism and marine, as well as the Kawerau Putauaki Industrial development - and this provides the support needed to strengthen and revitalise Whakatāne for years to come.

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CHATHAM ISLAND

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ISLAND

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THEY’RE THE EASTERN-MOST PART of Aotearoa New Zealand and yet they seem to fly under the radar of most Kiwis. And with global travel restrictions still in place there has never been a better time to change all that and visit the Chatham Islands; literally like no other place on earth, they are unique, welcoming and just a direct Air Chathams flight away.

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With overseas travel still not on the horizon, stretching your wings to the Chatham Islands for a getaway with a difference makes perfect sense right now. You don’t need a passport, it’s one of the most isolated – and hence unspoilt – parts of the country and is home to stunning scenery and great food. So much so it’s hard to understand why more of us haven’t made the two hour flight before.

“For a long time, Kiwis have not really been aware of the Chatham Islands, or that they are a part of New Zealand!” says Jackie Gurden, Chatham Islands Tourism Manager. “The Islands have always been a bit of a well-kept secret, but for a domestic holiday they offer sights and sounds and flavours you just aren’t going to get anywhere else. Many visitors are really surprised by the Chatham Islands, and many of them are simply taken with it.”

One of the things that most surprises first time visitors is the landscape. There is a broad range of geography encompassing the Islands’ volcanic origins, but they are totally unlike the colours and formations we are used to on mainland New Zealand. Chatham’s main island really is a photographer’s and birdwatcher’s dream, and consider also a day trip to Pitt Island – the first place in the world to greet the dawn of each new day – to see Mount Hakepa (or “Walk ‘em up” as it is locally known), Flowerpot Bay and the old cliff side jail for a glimpse into the past.

“For a long time, Kiwis have not really been aware of the Chatham Islands, or that they are a part of New Zealand!”

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The Chatham Islands are also very much a foodies dream. Naturally, given its location, seafood is the order of the day, with fresh blue cod and crayfish particularly popular, but there is also a thriving local honey industry. The island has a small number of great quality dining options to experience all this, with incredibly fresh local seafood and produce prepared each day.

If you fancy catching your own seafood there are several fishing and charter options available, and it is worth pointing out that guided tours and charters really are the best way to experience the Chatham Maunganui Stone Cottage Islands. “Unlike the mainland,” says Jackie Gurden, “most of the land on the Chatham Islands is privately owned, and you will need permission to access some areas, so we do recommend going on one of the guided tours. This really does make it easier for all concerned and there is nothing like a bit of local knowledge to help you understand things and get the most out of your trip. You can find out all about tours at www.chathamislands.co.nz”.

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And there really is a lot to see and do on a trip to the Chatham Islands. Its history is fascinating and can be explored through things like a visit to Kōpinga Marae, the base for the revival of the Moriori language, cultural traditions and wānanga, as well as being used by the local community and schools for a wide range of community activities. Then there is Maunganui Stone Cottage, built by German missionaries between 1866-68; the missionaries made no real converts, but their presence has been interwoven with the island and the cottage is a fitting testament to them.

A testament to determination can be seen

in the picturesque Glory Cottage on Pitt Island that dates from the 1860s and is named after the wrecked brig Glory, whose survivors made one of New Zealand’s most epic open boat sea journeys – 1280km in 1827 – all in an effort to get back home.

You don’t have to be a geologist to appreciate the unique landscape formations like the basalt columns at Ohiro Bay or the spectacular views over Petrie Bay and the extensive sand dunes, or a botanist to appreciate the wild, untouched flora and fauna here; this really is nature in its most gloriously untouched form.

But perhaps the greatest attraction of the Chatham Islands is the Chatham Islanders. They are an independent and self-sufficient breed to be sure, and also artistic and creative as the main Island’s gift shops prove, but perhaps more importantly they still posses some Kiwi qualities that have long gone from our bigger cities and towns. Warm and welcoming, they are keen to share their stories and their piece of paradise with visitors, and there has never been a better time to pay them a visit.

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KĀPITI COAST

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Blazing a Trail OVER TWENTY YEARS THE KĀPITI ARTS TRAIL has grown from the simple idea of throwing open the doors of local artists’ studios to what is now a nationally recognised celebration of community, creativity and talent. And as it celebrates its twentieth anniversary, there has never been a better time to pay the coast a visit and find out what it’s all about.

Few of the participants and organisers of the inaugural Kāpiti Arts trail could have dreamed that when they invited the local community to come and see what goes on in local artists’ studios 20 years ago, the event could have grown into what it is today. Held over two consecutive weekends, the Arts Trail not only gives visitors the rare and unique opportunity to ‘go behind the scenes’ and see how artists work in their own – usually very private – creative spaces but also shines a light on local creativity.

And it makes for a fantastic excuse to come and soak up the hospitality of a remarkable part of New Zealand.

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A rare and unique opportunity to ‘go behind the scenes’ and see how artists work in their own – usually very private – creative spaces.

But if few of the originators of the event could have foreseen its success, none of them could have foreseen the circumstances that would surround its twentieth anniversary. At a time when Kiwis are being urged to get out and see the country, it’s timely to remember that our arts sectors need our support just as much as our tourism operators – and visitors who come to experience the Arts Trail also get to enjoy the great cafés and restaurants of the region, some offering special ‘Arts Trail deals’, as well as the drama and beauty of the unique ‘mountains to sea’ coastal environment.

The concept of the Arts Trail remains simple: artists open their doors over two consecutive weekends, offering glimpses into their work

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spaces, their creative processes and the opportunity to interact and purchase works directly from the artists themselves.

Arts Advisor Rosie Salas says that this year the Trail is particularly focusing on the artists at work in their studios. “We’ve asked them to show something of how they work at particular times,” she says. “This way you get a rare insight into how they create their artworks, and importantly, the stories that lie behind their creation.”

Galleries also take part in the Trail, and there will be several ‘hubs’ bringing together diverse groups of artists in key locations. Kāpiti is home to a large number of artists, many of whom have moved there to draw inspiration from the bush-clad hills, parks and rivers, wide-open beaches, and of course the iconic and mysterious Kāpiti Island. So if you are an art lover, a collector or a budding creative yourself, this is a valuable chance to go beyond and get a first-hand introduction to some established and up and coming artists.

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The scope of the Arts Trail is impressive, with virtually all visual art forms represented, from sculpture to painting, ceramics to printmaking, weaving, fabric work, jewellery, and carving, from traditional to cutting edge, soul-soothing to challenging, comfortable to provocative, decorative, awe-inspiring or functional.

And because it encompasses studios and workspaces across the Kāpiti District it gives visitors a great chance to not only experience the art, but the very special slice of New Zealand that Kāpiti represents: cafés, restaurants, and boutique accommodation, all served with a dose of classic Kiwi atmosphere.

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“Not only is the Arts Trail celebrating its significant 20-year milestone, it will also be coming at an important time for our fantastic and diverse creative community”

Kāpiti Coast District Council has proudly managed the event for most of the last two decades and Deputy Mayor and Arts portfolio holder Janet Holborow says the Arts Trail is an important feature of the Kāpiti events calendar. Given the events of 2020, it will be particularly special.

“Not only is the Arts Trail celebrating its significant 20-year milestone, it will also be coming at an important time for our fantastic and diverse creative community,” she says.

“COVID-19 has had an impact on many in our community and artists are no different. I urge everyone to put the Trail in their diaries, and get along to show their support and see the artists in action,” says Ms Holborrow.

One of those artists is Waikanae Beach jeweller, painter and Arts Trail veteran Diane Connal. She will be opening her studio doors again this year and says this will be the perfect opportunity to both buy and support local, and get a close up look at the creative processes involved in a really wide variety of art forms. Like Councillor Holborow, she says 2020 is an important year for the Arts Trail, a time to mark a milestone but also recognise just where the Arts Trail and the wider creative community now is.

“It’s a totally different environment,” she says of the postCOVID-19 landscape.

“The Arts Trail has always been a big promotional and sales event, and this year there are not going to be too many other events like it. So a focus on buy local will be big for artists.

“Seeing artists in their studios is also a great way to experience what they do, and we are very lucky here with such a diverse range of artists. I’ve got all my tools and machinery there so For further information visit: people can see up www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/arts-trail close how I work,” says Ms Connal.

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WHANGANUI

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THE ONLY HARD PART ABOUT PLANNING A TRIP to Whanagnui is knowing where to start; with a vibrant arts scene, great cafes, restaurants and shopping, outstanding gardens, beaches, the iconic river and a rich heritage, there is a lot to take in! So let’s start at the beginning.

Local iwi trace their heritage back for more than 40 generations, with the Whanganui River being of significant cultural significance to iwi as well as giving the settlement of Whanganui its name.

Meaning ‘big bay or harbour’ it was the river that first drew Europeans to the area and Whanganui was soon a vibrant and important trading centre with the river serving as ‘State Highway 1’.

But the river wasn’t just about trade; the river boats that carried produce and timber were soon carrying tourists as well, and by the early 1900s the town was well and truly ‘on the map’ for local and overseas visitors. You can follow in their footsteps with a trip on a classic riverboat today taking a trip up the river (and back in time) is one of the quintessential Whanganui must-dos – and exploring the area’s heritage is a fascinating and fun way to get to know the city.

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THERE’S NO BETTER TIME to do that than in October; Whanganui Heritage Month celebrates the rich Maori and European history of the district with tours, seminars, exhibitions and cultural events, but the great thing about it is that so much of the area’s heritage is still alive and well, rather than just a faded black and white photo.

Whanganui was the first provincial city to have trams in New Zealand, and Mable, an original and fully restored example, can be found in her bright red tram shed today. You can also find – and ascend – all 66m of the Durie Hill elevator.

Built in 1919 to provide residents of the garden suburb easier access to the growing city, it is New Zealand’s only public underground elevator and is still used on a daily basis by locals and visitors alike. There are many impressive heritage buildings to be found in Whanganui, but perhaps the most impressive of all is Saint Paul’s Memorial Church Putiki, one of the most intricately and beautifully decorated churches in all of New Zealand. The site has been home to a place of worship since 1842, but the current church dates back to 1936 and is a thing of wonder to behold; book a guided tour to see the building and hear its story from local guides steeped in the knowledge of this treasure.

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Whanganui Heritage Month celebrates the rich Māori and European history of the district with tours, seminars, exhibitions and cultural events.

And no trip through the district’s past can be complete without a visit to the one and only ‘Bridge to Nowhere’. The Mangapurua Valley where the bridge is found was opened up in 1919 to provide farms for soldiers returning from the First World War, and after years of agitation from the locals a concrete road bridge was constructed in 1936. Just six years later, however, the soldier-settlers walked off the land after battling the valley’s poor soil, and as the forest regenerated all signs of their farms and homes vanished, leaving the bridge as a strange cement monument amidst lush green bush. A jet boat trip is a great way to see them both, without any of the hardship the soldier-settlers endured!

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Also worth noting in October is the Whanganui Literary Festival and - one for all of us! - the much anticipated Taste Whanganui. The former of these is an intimate but vibrant tour de force for readers and writers, featuring conversations and panel discussions with national and international writers, while the latter is an epicurean food and beverage long weekend showcasing local cuisine and craft beer alongside boutique distilleries and vineyards from around New Zealand. It’s an outdoor festival-styled event with live music, tastings and workshops in the heart of the CBD.

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And if you think you may overindulge during Taste Whanganui, rest assured there are plenty of ways to burn off those calories.

Canoeing is a great way to get some exercise and an excellent way to take in the Whanganui River in all is tranquil and majestic beauty, or head out to Kai Iwi Beach for that classic Kiwi stroll along the sand. Or, if you really want to work on your waist line then come on back to Whanganui in December – the Three Bridges Marathon awaits you!

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WHAKATĀNE

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Off the beaten track THE EASTERN BAY’S WHAKATĀNE is known for its cool old-school Kiwi vibe, and Ōhope is equally well known as being home to one of New Zealand’s best-loved beaches.

Less well known is Ngā Tapuwae o Toi, the stunning walkway that links the two and makes this destination the ultimate getaway.

Views forever, a seemingly endless beach, hidden bays, and great cafés and restaurants – it’s all here in Ōhope and Whakatāne, and Ngā Tapuwae o Toi is the perfect way to experience everything this great little Eastern Bay location has to offer.

Ngā Tapuwae o Toi (The footsteps of Toi) takes its name from the great chieftain Toi who came to the area more than 800 years ago. Toi is recognised as the principle ancestor of numerous iwi now known as Te Tini o Toi - the multitude of Toi – and his main pā site at the highest point of the track is recognised as one of the oldest in the country. That stronghold, Kapu-te-Rangi (the Pā of Gentle Breezes), is a highlight of the Kōhī Point portion of the walkway.

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ON THE WHAKATĀNE SIDE, Ngā Tapuwae o Toi winds up from steps found right behind the town’s iconic centrepiece Pōhaturoa, more commonly known as The Rock, a site of great significance for local iwi Ngāti Awa and, since 1920, a dedicated war memorial.

The track soon leaves the town behind and climbs through regenerating bush filled with bird song and arrives at Kapu-te-Rangi before following the ridgeline past further pā sites and emerging into scrub and flax.

From here the views are truly spectacular: Moutohorā (Whale Island) beckons just offshore, Whakaari (White Island) hovers on the horizon, and the coastline stretches away into the distance. It is stunning on a clear day, but the scenes are also suitably dramatic when the weather is rough and clouds collide with the distant ranges. Regardless of the weather, it’s easy to see why the great Toi chose this place as his home.

Just when you think things can’t get any more stunning, the track continues around the headland and descends into Ōtarawairere Bay. Nestled beneath a pōhutukawa-clad escarpment, the bay has a beach of finely polished shell and sand, endless rock pools to explore, and crashing surf. It’s a spot better suited to paddling than swimming, but the real attraction is the incredible sense of calm and solitude found at Ōtarawairere; the beach is often deserted except for sun, sea and sand, so bring a picnic and stay awhile to soak up the tranquillity. It’s often said that the Eastern Bay is the perfect place to get away from it all, and Ōtarawairere is the proof.

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HEADING TOWARDS ŌHOPE, the track then turns into a reasonably steep climb, but up wellmade steps and the view along the east coast at the top of the next headland is well worth it. A viewing platform here is the closest you can get to flying without leaving the ground, as Ōhope beach stretches away into the distance and the sea and sky seem to merge into one infinite blue.

And the good news is that it’s all down hill from here: the home stretch into Ōhope offers some great glimpses of the beach and town through native bush, there is the tantalising promise of a refreshing dip in the water to cool down – or a glass of something and a bite to eat in one of the cafés that are just up the beach. And why not; you’ve earned it.

From here the Beach Hopper bus can take you back over the hill or you can continue on through the Ōhope Scenic Reserve and back to Whakatāne. The views on this stretch of the track are not as stunning as the coastal stretch, but the beauty of this part of the track is in the incredible native bush and birdlife that it winds through. Native trees tower overhead, the calls of birds ring out, and just like at Ōtarawairere you are transported a million miles from the office.

All up Ngā Tapuwae o Toi is just under 16km long, and is accessible to anyone reasonably fit, though dogs are not permitted. The walk from Whakatāne to Ōhope or vice versa is the most popular and takes two to three hours depending on your level of fitness, but that doesn’t include picnic or photo stops. It is also important to note that you have to traverse on to or out of Ōtarawairere Bay at low tide, so make sure you plan your schedule around that. For the really fit, Toi’s Challenge is held in November and sees runners take on the entire course, though you can also join a team and break it into a relay. And for the rest of us, the Challenge also has a category for walkers.

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NORFOLK ISLAND

PARADISE

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As Kiwis eagerly anticipate the expansion of our travel bubble to Pacific destinations, it’s time to start planning for your great escape: and it’s time to take a look at Norfolk Island. It’s not far away, but it’s far and away the best place to get away from it all and experience something truly different.

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Norfolk Island is synonymous with Bounty mutineers and convicts, but the island’s history is much broader than that.

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T’S JUST TWO HOURS and twenty minutes from Auckland on an Air Chathams direct flight, but Norfolk Island has it all. Great food, warm hospitality, amazing scenery and an intriguing history and culture that can be found nowhere else. It’s no wonder Kiwis in the know have been visiting Norfolk Island for years.

To many, Norfolk Island is synonymous with Bounty mutineers and convicts, but the island’s history is much broader than that. It was home to Polynesian seafarers between the 13th and 15th centuries, and it is a mystery to this day as to why these settlements were abandoned. In 1788 the first British colony was established – just five weeks after the founding of Sydney – as the Empire was in dire need of ships spars and masts, rope and sail cloth. Sydney was also in dire need of food: the arid Australian soil was no match for the fertile Norfolk ground and so the island was to sustain not just the Royal Navy but Sydney itself.

Shipwrecks and bad luck meant this all came to nought however: the much-needed rope and timber turned out to be unsuitable and in 1814 the colony was abandoned, to be replaced in 1825 by the notorious penal colony that many people associate with the island today. In fact, this second settlement – though duly infamous – was relatively short-lived, and in 1856 Norfolk was handed over to Pitcairn Islanders, the descendants of the Bounty mutineers, who were a hardy, industrious and self-sufficient bunch that set about making the island the success story it is today.

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ABOUT 40% OF THE ISLAND’S POPULATION of around 1,700 is now made up of descendants of Pitcairners, with the remainder being mostly settlers from Australia and New Zealand, and it is this rich cultural history that makes the island unique. Kingston, where the old convict quarters remain, and the museum, which charts the history of the island and the brave souls that navigated to it, are glimpses into a tumultuous past, but it is a past that is celebrated as part of the journey of modern Norfolk Island.

And modern Norfolk Island is a joy. Blessed with all the bounty of the ocean and a fertile environment, no one does real food like Norfolk Islanders. Super fresh seafood like kingfish and yellow fin tuna, succulent local beef, pork and produce are delivered to the island’s eateries daily; there are no ‘food miles’ on Norfolk, there are ‘food metres’, and this is all brought together in a unique and distinctively Norfolk mix of the old English recipes inherited from the Bounty mutineers combined with the traditions of their Tahitian wives and modern fusion flavours: savoury banana fritters with pan-fried fish, grass fed local fillet steaks, banana dumplings cooked in coconut milk known locally as ‘mudda’, artisan cheeses and honey just to name a few. Everything is fresh, rich and naturally grown; there is a reason that local fresh cream is known as ‘Norfolk Island gravy’. This really is a foodie destination with a difference.

But the island is also blessed with some stunning scenery and flora and fauna. Its geographic location means it has a natural environment as unique as its history, with numerous species only to be found on the island. But to be honest most visitors prefer the golden sands and shimmering blue waters to the bird watching or turtle spotting. Many Kiwis associate Norfolk Island with the pine that shares its name, which conjures a vision of windswept rolling hills, when nothing could be further from the truth; instead Norfolk is subtropical, home to guava and bananas and a native passionfruit, coral formations and all manner of tropical fish. And like New Zealand, it is not home to any poisonous creepy crawlies or sea monsters.

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Norfolk is subtropical, home to guava and bananas and a native passionfruit, coral formations and all manner of tropical fish.

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And while that remains true, a new generation of Kiwis are discovering the off-the-beaten-track pleasure of this little piece of paradise that is so close to home – because it really does have it all. While the less adventurous flock to the usual locations for package tours and cocktails with paper parasols, when you’re planning your first foray outside of Aotearoa make sure you think about coming and experiencing Norfolk Island, it’s history, it’s hospitality, and its authenticity.

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Green Miles

Frequent Flyer Programme

Green Miles is Air Chathams newly launched frequent flyer programme. By signing up and booking your flights online through your account, you’ll earn Green Miles every time you fly.

Over 1,100 people have already signed up and collectively earnt over a thousand miles which they’ve been able to redeem for free flights.

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There are four tiers in the programme, and each tier accumulates miles at a higher rate. The higher up the programme you are, the faster you’ll accumulate miles which you can redeem for free travel.

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Green Miles have been designed to reward customer loyalty.

The more you fly, the more you earn!

All flights and ticket classes are eligible to earn Green Miles, including our cheapest ‘Thrifty’ fares. The higher the value of the fare purchased the more miles you earn. Simple!

Create your personal account for free via our website. Once signed up, logging into your customer profile online allows you to view your current number of miles accumulated, and book directly on to flights paying with cash or miles. The number of miles for redemption is based on the distance in nautical miles between airports. For example, if you accumulate 120 miles then you can fly for free from Auckland to Whakatāne Airport.

Another exciting development within the Green Miles programme is our renewed commitment to sustainability. We are already holders of a Qualmark Silver Sustainable Tourism Award and registered members of the Tourism Industry Aotearoa’s Sustainability Commitment. We use compostable products where possible sourced from New Zealand owned companies and our waste is separated to ensure compostable products can be treated and reused in an incredibly short time period.

We’re not satisfied with just the above and we’re looking to create positive impacts on the land for the next generation. We’re supporters of the Chatham Island Taiko Trust and will be working with our Chatham Island partners about the recent government announcements relating to One Billion Tree programmes and how we can assist that work.

Silver Sustainable Tourism Business Award Air Chathams is proudly Qualmark Silver. A Silver Award is evidence of a sophisticated tourism business that consistently exceeds visitor expectations. Proactive leadership and management ensure that a culture of high performance is evident throughout the entire business.

The business will have a real focus on continuously improving their economic, social and environmental performance to ensure the tourism product they deliver is genuine, and a constantly improving sustainable experience.

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How To Sign Up to Green Miles?

We’ve launched a webpage with all the details on the Green Miles Frequent Flyer Programme. Head along to our website, and click on Green Miles under Travel Info.

From here, you’ll be able to sign up to the programme or login to your account if you’re already a member. When you’re logged in, you’re able to book and redeem flights using your Green Miles.

Your Feedback is Important Green Miles is very new, and we’d love your feedback on how we can make it even better.

We’re always looking at ways to enhance our customer products. So please contact us through our social media channels or email marketing@airchathams.co.nz to update us on how we can make Green Miles even more awesome!

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Our fleet

Air Chathams has a fleet of 15 aircraft, ranging from single-engine light planes to turboprop passenger aircraft capable of speeds of over 500km/h. With this diverse fleet we can offer everything from scenic flights to charters, passenger services and freight.

Saab 340 Our Swedish princess Speed Max Altitude Pressurised Cabin No. of Pilots No. of Flight Attendants Inflight Catering Toilet

470 kilometres per hour 25,000 feet Yes 2 1 Available Yes

Convair 580 The fastest scheduled turbo-prop in NZ skies Speed Max Altitude Pressurised Cabin No. of Pilots No. of Flight Attendants Inflight Catering Toilet

520 kilometres per hour 25,000 feet Yes 2 1 Available Yes

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500 kilometres per hour 25,000 feet Yes 2 2 Available Yes

Douglas DC-3 Our pride and joy. This remarkable aircraft has certainly ‘been there and done that’.

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The home of Air Chathams The Chatham Islands are New Zealand’s most eastern islands, located over 800 kilometres (500 miles) east of southern New Zealand. About 600 people live on the two largest islands, Chatham and Pitt, and we have officially been a part of New Zealand since 1842.

The islands are volcanic in origin with diverse landscapes and a fascinating history, renowned for a bountiful seafood industry and conservation efforts protecting many rare and endangered species.

Top tips before making a visit: • No passport is necessary when flying from New Zealand.

• There are no mobile phone networks on the island - bring your phone for photographs and enjoy being unconnected for a while.

• Electricity is standard for New Zealand at 240 volts AC, but can be unreliable so we recommend surge protection on your devices.

• Pack clothing for variable weather. Think layers and protection from the sun, wind and rain.

Sturdy walking shoes are recommended.

• The Chatham Islands are 45 mins ahead of mainland New Zealand standard time.

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• There are no shuttles or taxis. Transport from the airline needs to be arranged with your accommodation as will any rental vehicle prior to your visit.

• Check with your accommodation provider about any specialist needs or allergies as the Chatham Islands often have limited supplies for specific requirements.

• There is a small hospital with a resident doctor and nurses available. Air Chathams always recommends travel insurance for any air travel.

• With deep family connections and local heritage, many places of interest are on private land and require the owner’s permission to visit.

If you are unsure, please ask first.

Fly with us

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YOUR CHATHAM ISLANDS ADVENTURE HOLIDAY WILL BE A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY. YOU WILL TAKE A STEP BACK IN TIME, TO HOW LIFE USED TO BE. Over 800 kilometres from mainland New Zealand, the Chatham Islands are an intriguing and unique part of NZs cultural, geographic and natural history.

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