TECNZ Hawke s Bay Conference Famil Activities

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1 2018 TECNZ Hawke s Bay Conference Famil Activities

2 Option Operator Activity name Cost Capacity Day Famil code 1 Napier City Council Westshore Kiwi Breeding Facility 2 The Art Deco Trust Vintage Car Tours of Hawke's Bay Art Deco Walking Tours 3 Gannet Safaris Cape Kidnappers gannet colony 4 Nimons Wine & Dine Experience 5 Takaro Trails Bike ride Havelock North & Cape Coast Wineries 6 Museum Theatre Gallery 7 National Aquarium of New Zealand FOC 20 Tuesday 7 August (2pm-3.30pm) 1 FOC 9 (3 cars) Friday 10 August (9am-10.15am) 2.1 FOC 9 (3 cars) Friday 10 August (10.30am-11.45am) 2.2 FOC 9 (3 cars) Friday 10 August (12pm-1.15pm) 2.3 FOC 9 (3 cars) Friday 10 August (1.30pm-2.45pm) 2.4 FOC 9 (3 cars) Friday 10 August (3pm-4.15pm) 2.5 FOC 15 Tuesday 7 August (11am-12.30pm) 2.6 FOC 15 Tuesday 7 August (1pm-2.30pm) 2.7 FOC 15 Tuesday 7 August (3pm-4.30pm) 2.8 FOC 15 Friday 10 August (11am-12.30pm) 2.9 FOC 15 Friday 10 August (1pm-2.30pm) 2.10 FOC 15 Friday 10 August (3pm-4.30pm) 2.11 FOC 40 Tuesday 7 August (12.30pm-5.30pm) 3.1 FOC 40 Friday 10 August (12.30pm-5.30pm) 3.2 FOC 20 Friday 10 August (10.30am-3.30pm) 4 FOC 30 Friday 10 August (10am-3pm) 5 Guided MTG Tour FOC 20 Friday 10 August (10am-11am) 6.1 FOC 20 Friday 10 August (12pm-1pm) 6.2 FOC 20 Friday 10 August (2pm-3pm) 6.3 Guided Aquarium tour FOC 15 Friday 10 August (9am-10.30am) 7.1 FOC 15 Friday 10 August (11am-12.30pm) 7.2 FOC 15 Friday 10 August (2pm-3.30pm) Prinsys Tours Winery Tour FOC 22 Friday 10 August (11.30am-4pm) 8 9 Waimarama Maori Day in the Life of a FOC 10 Tuesday 7 August (9.30am-11.30am) 9.1 Tours Māori Elder 10 Odyssey New Zealand Walk with the Ancestors Te Mata Peak and Pou Wine & Gourmet Odyssey FOC 30 Friday 10 August (9am-11am) 9.2 FOC 30 Friday 10 August (start sunrise 2 hours trip) 9.3 FOC 18 Tuesday 7 August (afternoon) 10.1 FOC 18 Friday 10 August (afternoon) 10.2 FOC 18 Saturday 11 August (afternoon) 10.3 FOC 18 Sunday 12 August (afternoon) 10.4 Twilight Odyssey $ Tuesday 7 August (5pm-11pm) 10.5 (%50) $149 %50 22 Friday 10 August (5pm-11pm) 10.6 $149 %50 22 Saturday 11 August (5pm-11pm) Hasting Golf Course Post Conf Golf Day varies n/a Friday 10 August (morning, approx. 4 hours) 11

3 Option 1 Westshore Kiwi Breeding Facility Facility Overview The Westshore Kiwi Breeding Facility in Napier was established in 1978 and since 2015 the facility has been managed and developed by the National Aquarium of New Zealand and is the offsite holding area for the display kiwi housed at the aquarium. The facility forms a part of the nationally managed Kiwi Captive Program and assist with the rescue and rehabilitation of eggs and young birds from the wild. An average of 27 kiwi are killed by predators every week. That s a population decline of around 1,400 kiwi every year (or 2%). There is the very real potential that Kiwis could be extinct within our lifetime. The Eastern race of kiwi is the least protected of any of the four races in the North Island and the National Aquarium of New Zealand is actively working with key partners across New Zealand to reverse the decline in numbers. The national breeding programme tags breeding kiwi and the smart transmitters affixed to their legs provide data on how long the males have been incubating eggs and indicate the best time to harvest the eggs. The process includes harvesting the eggs in the wild and then transporting them to the Westshore base where they are incubated, hatched and creched on site. The chicks are raised in a natural environment and once they reach a weight in excess of 850 grams then they are deemed to be at a safe weight (i.e. large enough to fend off an attack from a stoat) for release back into the wild. Activity TECNZ Members will visit the Westshore Kiwi Breeding Facility and hear the story of the Kiwi restoration project in Hawke s Bay from one of the team s dedicated keepers. This is an exclusive opportunity for the group to see the work that goes into running this great facility, gain an understanding of the kiwi restoration project and amazing process involved in protecting our native icon. To ensure the best care for our kiwi, the tour of the breeding facility will be done in groups of approximately 5 people, the remainder of the group will be within walking distance of our offsite workshop where they will help prepare and plant 500 native tree seeds into ecological plant pots, that when grown will be used at the breeding facility and other conservation areas around Hawke s Bay.

4 Option 2 Vintage Car Tour + Art Deco Walking Tour of Hawke s Bay The original town of Napier was levelled by a dramatic and devastating earthquake in 1931 but was completely rebuilt within a remarkable 2 year period in the contemporary style of the times; Art Deco minute vintage car tour Relive the glamour and style of the jazz era with a luxurious vintage car tour. You ll be met by your art deco costume clad driver who will provide a fascinating commentary as you are driven in style through Napier and surrounding areas. You ll learn about the earthquake that destroyed the city, hear stories of the people that led the rebuild, and discover the Art Deco style. Enroute you will stop in Ahuriri and visit one of the most photographed buildings in New Zealand, the National Tobacco Company building. You ll then step back in time as you drive through the residential suburb of Marewa, meaning gift from the sea in Maori. This suburb was built entirely on land that rose from the sea in the 1931 earthquake and is filled with 1930s style homes. You ll return to the Art Deco Centre or your central Napier hotel filled with a new appreciation for the city and the people who survived New Zealand s worst natural disaster in modern times hour guided walking tour of Napier s Art Deco highlights Discover by foot the fascinating story of Napier s heritage on this easy walking tour. The city is now recognised as the most complete Art Deco city in the world. Your tour will start at the Art Deco Centre for a viewing of the 1931 Earthquake film where you will hear of the devastation of the city and the stories of the people it left behind. Then you will embark on a 1 hour walk with a professionally trained Art Deco Trust guide. Guests must be able to walk approximately 2kms over flat surfaces with some steps. Multiple tour times available.

5 Option 3 Cape Kidnappers gannet colony The season doesn t officially start until 1st September but the gannets do start arriving back late July/August so the potential of seeing gannets is high. Gannet Safaris will pick up attendees up from their hotels in Napier and drive them to the base to start the tour. The tour will start at 12.30pm and return to Napier at 5.30pm on the 21 seater bus. More buses can be provided to match demand. At the completion of the Gannet tour there will be a little winery surprise! Small amount of walking is required

6 Option 4 - Wine and Dine Experience Nimon s have been transporting people for over 100 years. They know New Zealand, and the Hawke s Bay really well. On this tour you will be driven to Te Mata Peak Summit for 360 views of Hawke s Bay. Then you will head to a private tasting and platter at Craggy Range Winery followed by a wine tasting at Elephant Hill. Lunch will be at Mission Estate with a wine match. The tour concludes with a tasting at The Urban Winery in Napier before being taken back to your accommodation. Prepare to indulge!

7 Option 5 - Bike Ride Havelock North & Cape Coast Wineries Takaro Trail s most popular day ride! A self-guided, easy, scenic cycling with up to 7 wineries enroute. Your adventure starts with the wineries of Black Barn, Te Mata Estate and Akarangi in Havelock North where the wine tasting starts early! With your first two winery visits under your belt we highly recommend a visit to the Chalk and Cheese Cafe and Origin Earth sample room to savour some of the best cheeses you ll ever taste before departing Havelock North. From here you enjoy a 16km cycle on the limestone cycle trail of the landscapes ride, following the Tuki Tuki River, to the coastal communities of Haumoana and Te Awanga. The views are stunning as you cycle the raised stop-bank trail and look out over orchards, vineyards, corn fields and farmland. Reaching the coast you ll be ready to taste some more fine wine at Beach House (summer weekends only), Elephant Hill, Clearview Estate and Te Awanga Estate (summer only). If lunch at either Clearview Estate or Elephant Hill is on your wish-list we strongly recommend pre-booking to avoid disappointment and we are happy to assist with reservations. A truly great day out! Difficulty grading: Easy

8 Option 6 Guided MTG Tour In the heart of Napier on Marine Parade is MTG Hawke s Bay Museum, a theatre and Gallery combined in one building: considered the cultural home of Hawke s Bay. The museum is a place where people can experience and enjoy exhibitions sharing local, national and international stories. The permanent 1931 earthquake exhibition includes objects, archives and a documentary which tell the stories of how this disaster impacted the people, townships and the local landscape. Also displayed is the region s stunning Taonga Māori, complemented by changing art and social history stories. Be guided around MTG Hawke s Bay by one of the knowledgeable team on this 1 hour tour. They will take you on a full tour of the museum where you ll gain insight into the numerous collections on display and their stories. You will also experience an in-depth look into the catastrophic 1931 earthquake that destroyed the city of Napier. Your guide will share anecdotes and stories from this devastating event and you ll gain a true understanding of a city shaped by destruction. Duration: 1 hour, max 20 people per tour. Multiple tour times available

9 Option 7 Guided Aquarium Tour The National Aquarium is home to New Zealand's largest display of aquatic life. Experience sharks, stingrays, living coral, a huge range of fish species and native wildlife. Visit Penguin Cove and watch the little penguins swim, feed and play. Spot New Zealand native wildlife including the Kiwi and Tuatara. Take the guided tour of the Aquarium including Behind the Scenes with the Little Penguins For this famil you will be guided around the Aquarium by one of our knowledgeable keepers and hear stories, learn new facts, and find out how New Zealand fits into the world picture of ocean life. Learn about our successful efforts in breeding the New Zealand s iconic kiwi. Find out how big a kiwi egg is, and see how we incubate and care for the kiwi eggs and baby chicks to save them from becoming extinct. Experience what happens behind the scenes in caring for our Little Penguins. You will find out how we care for the penguins, find out what and how we feed our colony. We will show you what we do to help injured and sick penguins which are brought in to us. Find out about the conservation work we do in the region and how you can help. Multiple tour times available

10 Option 8 Half Day Winery Tour A half day wine tour will take you on a journey through gorgeous countryside and into the most famous wine growing regions of Hawke's Bay. We'll visit four internationally recognised wineries, where you'll take part in a series of comprehensive wine tastings, with plain English explanations from your tour guide. Our tours will visit four of the following wineries: Mission Estate, Church Road, Moana Park, Trinity Hill, Ashridge, Abbey Cellars, Ngatarawa Wines, Crossroads, Black Barn, Craggy Range, Elephant Hill, Te Mata Estate, Askerne, Esk Valley. Your final destination is Te Mata Peak, where you can bask in a vinous glow, and put your day in perspective with a 360 bird's eye view of the entire region from the Plains to the Pacific Ocean. If you don't know anything about wine, you won't be alone this is a first for many of our customers. Whatever your experience, we guarantee you'll come away with a better understanding and appreciation of wine than when you started.

11 Option 9 - A Day in the life of a Maori Elder + Walk with the Ancestors + Te Mata Peak and Pou 9.1. A Day in the Life of a Maori Elder This tour gives you unfettered access to the world of Māori rarely seen by outsiders. The small coastal community of Waimarama has a rich Māori heritage. Walk on ancient ancestral lands, visit the native plant nursery and the family farming business. Visit the family at the ancestral home and at their Marae reservation. Share a meal with members of the family at a local Hawke s Bay restaurant. A distinctive, personal and private tour Walk with the Ancestors This 2 hour tour takes place in Waimarama where you will see archaeological remains, explore our scenic bush reserve and nursery, and visit protected wetlands sheltering our native eels. We will visit the present day Marae reservation Te Mata Peak and Pou This 2 hour tour takes place in both Havelock North and Hastings where you will see the panoramic views from a top Te Mata Peak and hear the stories of ancient Gods and rebellious offspring. Visit the carved totems in Hastings which represent unique ancestors of the tribes of the area, and hear their stories.

12 Option 10 Wine & Gourmet + Twilight Odyssey Daytime gourmet tour Savour some of Hawke s Bay s internationally acclaimed wine and food on this fabulous Odyssey. Relax where art meets science and learn how wine evolves from vine to glass. Travel through the country s oldest winemaking region and taste award winning wines from the acclaimed Gimblett Gravels area. Learn about wine & food matching while indulging in a platter with the finest local produce such as meats, cheese, marinated vegetables, breads, dips and more. This tour covers wine Tasting at 4 Wineries, a gourmet Platter at a top winery restaurant (approximately 3.45pm), sightseeing with guided commentary and a lesson in how wine evolves from the vine to the glass Twilight Gourmet Tour Take a scenic drive through the vineyards as you learn about the region and its wines. Enjoy a full interactive wine tasting alongside gourmet platters at Vidal Estate. Take in the breathtaking panoramic views from Te Mata Peak while enjoying a glass of bubbles as the sun sets from 399m above sea level (overlooking the glimmering lights of the Twin Cities in winter). Proceed to Craggy Range or Elephant Hill for the main course served with wine. Finish the evening at the country s oldest and grandest winery; the Mission Estate for dessert and dessert wines. This tour includes a progressive three Course NZ s Top Winery Restaurants, sightseeing with full guided commentary, interactive Wine Tasting & Platter, champagne Sunset from Te Mata Peak, a main course with 3 Wines, dessert & 2 Dessert Wines. Twilight Tour will be $149.50pp (50% discount)

13 Option 11 Post Conference Golf Day at Hastings Golf Course (sponsored by Budget) Enjoy a morning of friendly competition among your tourism colleagues! Teams will play in the Ambrose format that allows all standards of golfers to mix and play together with equal enjoyment irrespective of ability. Green fee and any other equipment hires will be at your own cost. The game will end with some nibbles and a drink sponsored by Budget. Green fee: $45.00 per person Cart fee: $45.00 per cart Other equipment hire will be available Planned tee off time around 9am Teams and other information will be coordinated and advised closer to the time