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TRACEY THORNTON PHOTOGRAPHY NEWSLETTER. December 2011
"The Station Gallery & Museum Ohakune NZ"
Welcome to this months newsletter.
From " The Adventure Capital of N..Z". Ohakune
"STAY AND PLAY"
Hi Everyone..
We are about to embark on another endangered species photographic and research assignment. Following the success of recent Bornwild exhibitions featuring endangered species from Africa, India, South America, Canada and the Arctic, and now to Antarctica to document the wildlife such as penguins, whales, sea birds and how they interact with the ice landscape. This is an exiciting trip and upon return will be displaying and presentations and photographic slide shows at The Station Gallery Ohakune and other venues to be Advised.
Ohakune (you can catch all the weekly news and events at Ruapehu Bulletin on line www.ohakune.info)
The Station Gallery and Railway Museum continues to be a popular destination, with tour groups, locals and tourists. (Access is through the Gallery's main entrance, 75m east of the Ohakune Railway Station at the Junction.) a special display in the museum of the train Tangiwai Disaster, Christmas Eve 1953.
We look forward to many more displays and next we are looking forward to *Old Coach Road and Hapuawhenua Viaduct display by Tongariro National History Society, *Turoa ski field & and mountain road history, *Early pioneer's of the Milling and timber industry, *Market Gardens history..*Outdoor displays.
Everyone welcome open 11am--3pm.or by appointment. Call in for free Ohakune Town maps and a Ski Map of the mountain from Ruapehu Alpine Lifts and have a steaming hot coffee at the Station Cafe in Railway Station.
If you think you have something you would like to display or can help, please contact Ian or Tracey anytime
We would also like to thank,
* Bob Norling from Ohakune Electrical and Main Trunk Rail Ohakune (M.T.R.O.inc)
*Station Lodge, Darren and Jane.
* Peppatree, Design & Print.Angela
*Graham Nottage (Rabbit)
*Des Huddlestone, Books and Photo's
*Stanley Fraser, Photo's and history research
*John Archer, Research history and songs.
*Paul Beckett, Tangiwai (Engine Ka 949 relic) display
*Ruapehu Signs. Mike
Gallery Update.
| We are receiving good response from the Overlander train, stops for lunch at the station Cafe around 12.30pm ish and passengers can view the Crafts at the 'Waiting Room' on the plateform and then wonder down to the Gallery and Museum, greeted at the door by our loving Labrador Chevy, always a big hit. Look out for our Summertime Promotion New work arrived recently and we are exhibiting local landscape and wildlife images (from 360' above and below) around the spectacular Ruapehu Area and the "BORNWILD" collection on display now and featuring the Endangered Species Series from recent Bornwild wildlife photo shoots and research assignments, including Australia, South America, India, Africa, Canada and New Zealand. * All sales help support wildlife.We are offering a Special on handcrafted native timber framed prints. Call in to inspect artwork. Come and meet "OSCAR" our famous resident KIWI. |
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A display from Kerry Oates and Whakamanu Wildlife Trust is of popular interest in the Gallery.
From March Newsletter.
Whakamanu Wildlife Trust Newsletter announce the 50th kiwi chick (Kokiri) was returned to Waimarino Forest on 6th November 2010.
Well done Kerry for a wonderful achievement and hard work throughout the year in all weather conditions, rain, storms, sun & snow.
Watch out for their new Web Site (www.whakamanu.co.nz) and we sucessfully released more Kiwi Chicks in February, how special is that and a special invite to long time residences Pam and Deryck Brown enjoyed the experience. See their photos on ttp
Seven kiwi chicks released last month
Now is the perfect opportunity to discover some wonderful Winter activities and services including-
Booking form Isite Clyde Street for all your activities
The Ski Shed, (The Big Red Shed) Clyde Street for all your Ski and Board hire, clothing boots helmets etc.. Ask for Ian,Graeme or Jason for a great deal.
Mountain Biking from the Station Lodge (Bike hire also from The Station Lodge)
Whanganui River Adventures, Pipiriki for Jet Boating, Bush walking, The Bridge to Nowhere and canoeing,
Walk or bike the recently opened Old Coach Road, Tramp the world famous Tongariro Crossing (booking essential)
A variety of accommodation options from the Station Lodge at the Junction, Snowhaven 92 Clyde Street in the centre of town,, Powderhorn Chateau at the Junction, and soak up the atmosphere of days gone by in the Station Cafe while experiencing the great coffee and food.
Visit Ohakune i-site Information Centre, Clyde Street for Ruapehu Area up to date information.
Waimarino Wines and Flowers for that special gift, Goldfinich Street,
Wanganui Motors Ohakune for personal sales and service.
Amazing furniture and products from Timber & Stone, 7230 State Highway Raetihi.
Ohakune TV Electrical for a selection of electrical goods and services...
Ohakune Bulletin keeping us in touch with local events and news.
PeppaTree Clyde Street for brochures, and design & print.
PCL for quality printing.
Ruapehu Signs at Raetihi.
WILDLIFE and NEWS
NZ Falcon (Karearea) We are encouraged with many sightings and calls (kek kek kek) in the study area, and some wonderful shots captured in the air, hunting and on a kill.
Karearea or NZ Falcon is one of only two NZ raptors and is endemic to New Zealand. The native falcon is and has been a distinctive feature of New Zealands backcountry.
Powerful flight and fearless defence of its nesting habitat has earned it the respect and admiration of those who live in these areas.
Kiwi chick release on 16th July and photo shoot of seven chicks. (refer www.envirorearch.co.nz) for Whakamanu Wildlife Trust updates.
Garden Bird Survey 2011 reported a drop in numbers of silvereye, sparrows similar to last year, refer landcareresearch.co.nz for top ten birds.
We are continuing to record the natural habit and movements of Harrier Hawk (Kahu), New Zealand Pigeon (Kereru) and the New Zealand Falcon (Karearea) from Kahu River Cottage and mountain treks.
A little about OHAKUNE
Ohakune is the town at the southern gateway to the Tongariro National Park World Heritage Site. It is known as the apre's ski capital of the North Island, the carrot capital of New Zealand, a forestry centre, a farming centre, and home to around 1400 people. It is a pleasant country town in summer - attractive as a base for numerous outdoor activities - and a lively snow sports centre in winter.
It has been settled since around the 1600"s, first by the Ngati Rangi (Sky People) and Ngati Uenuku (Rainbow People) sub-tribes. Later , railway surveyors arrived looking for a way through the Central North Island. Once the area was opened up, saw millers arrived, Chinese market gardeners and then Farmers.
In the 1950's and 60's, they built the Ohakune Mountain Road, providing access to the southern slopes of Mt Ruapehu and the ski fields of Turoa.
Ohakune Walks not to be missed include, Ohakune Old Coach Road, Mangawhero River Walk, Rimu and Mangawhero Forest Walk, Karioi Lakes Walk.. Ohakune Lake Reserve, Mangawhero Falls, Lake Surprise, Old Blyth Track. Lake Rotokura, Crater Lake Climb, and Tongariro Crossing...
Other popular activities include the Historic Whanganui River with Canoe and Jet Boat tours to Bridge to Nowhere, 3-5 day Whanganui Canoe trips, Mountain Biking, 4-5 day tramping around the mountain, fishing from some of the worlds finest trout fishing rivers, Horse riding, Golf, and opening soon Indoor Rock Climbing.
Thank you to everyone who has purchased Artwork recently and we look forward to your continued support.
Remember "YOU CAN ORDER DIRECT THROUGH THE ttp WEBSITE". or visit The Station Gallery.
2011 BORN WILD Calenders, limited edition posters , gift cards, post cards and a variety of new art work.
New service of "Picture Framing" available from our beautiful handcrafted native timber range.
Contact me anytime. We are available for all Photo Shoots.
Take care and remember "Mountains are the beginning and the end of all natural scenery" (John Ruskin (1819-1900)
Warm Regards
Tracey Thornton
Director of Photography
TRACEY THORNTON PHOTOGRAPHY NEWSLETTER. December 2011
"The Station Gallery & Museum Ohakune NZ"
Welcome to this months newsletter.
From " The Adventure Capital of N..Z". Ohakune
"STAY AND PLAY"
Hi Everyone..
We are about to embark on another endangered species photographic and research assignment. Following the success of recent Bornwild exhibitions featuring endangered species from Africa, India, South America, Canada and the Arctic, and now to Antarctica to document the wildlife such as penguins, whales, sea birds and how they interact with the ice landscape. This is an exiciting trip and upon return will be displaying and presentations and photographic slide shows at The Station Gallery Ohakune and other venues to be Advised.
Ohakune (you can catch all the weekly news and events at Ruapehu Bulletin on line www.ohakune.info)
The Station Gallery and Railway Museum continues to be a popular destination, with tour groups, locals and tourists. (Access is through the Gallery's main entrance, 75m east of the Ohakune Railway Station at the Junction.) a special display in the museum of the train Tangiwai Disaster, Christmas Eve 1953.
We look forward to many more displays and next we are looking forward to *Old Coach Road and Hapuawhenua Viaduct display by Tongariro National History Society, *Turoa ski field & and mountain road history, *Early pioneer's of the Milling and timber industry, *Market Gardens history..*Outdoor displays.
Everyone welcome open 11am--3pm.or by appointment. Call in for free Ohakune Town maps and a Ski Map of the mountain from Ruapehu Alpine Lifts and have a steaming hot coffee at the Station Cafe in Railway Station.
If you think you have something you would like to display or can help, please contact Ian or Tracey anytime
We would also like to thank,
* Bob Norling from Ohakune Electrical and Main Trunk Rail Ohakune (M.T.R.O.inc)
*Station Lodge, Darren and Jane.
* Peppatree, Design & Print.Angela
*Graham Nottage (Rabbit)
*Des Huddlestone, Books and Photo's
*Stanley Fraser, Photo's and history research
*John Archer, Research history and songs.
*Paul Beckett, Tangiwai (Engine Ka 949 relic) display
*Ruapehu Signs. Mike
Gallery Update.
| We are receiving good response from the Overlander train, stops for lunch at the station Cafe around 12.30pm ish and passengers can view the Crafts at the 'Waiting Room' on the plateform and then wonder down to the Gallery and Museum, greeted at the door by our loving Labrador Chevy, always a big hit. Look out for our Summertime Promotion New work arrived recently and we are exhibiting local landscape and wildlife images (from 360' above and below) around the spectacular Ruapehu Area and the "BORNWILD" collection on display now and featuring the Endangered Species Series from recent Bornwild wildlife photo shoots and research assignments, including Australia, South America, India, Africa, Canada and New Zealand. * All sales help support wildlife.We are offering a Special on handcrafted native timber framed prints. Call in to inspect artwork. Come and meet "OSCAR" our famous resident KIWI. |
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Click on imgae to Enlarge |
A display from Kerry Oates and Whakamanu Wildlife Trust is of popular interest in the Gallery.
From March Newsletter.
Whakamanu Wildlife Trust Newsletter announce the 50th kiwi chick (Kokiri) was returned to Waimarino Forest on 6th November 2010.
Well done Kerry for a wonderful achievement and hard work throughout the year in all weather conditions, rain, storms, sun & snow.
Watch out for their new Web Site (www.whakamanu.co.nz) and we sucessfully released more Kiwi Chicks in February, how special is that and a special invite to long time residences Pam and Deryck Brown enjoyed the experience. See their photos on ttp
Seven kiwi chicks released last month
Now is the perfect opportunity to discover some wonderful Winter activities and services including-
Booking form Isite Clyde Street for all your activities
The Ski Shed, (The Big Red Shed) Clyde Street for all your Ski and Board hire, clothing boots helmets etc.. Ask for Ian,Graeme or Jason for a great deal.
Mountain Biking from the Station Lodge (Bike hire also from The Station Lodge)
Whanganui River Adventures, Pipiriki for Jet Boating, Bush walking, The Bridge to Nowhere and canoeing,
Walk or bike the recently opened Old Coach Road, Tramp the world famous Tongariro Crossing (booking essential)
A variety of accommodation options from the Station Lodge at the Junction, Snowhaven 92 Clyde Street in the centre of town,, Powderhorn Chateau at the Junction, and soak up the atmosphere of days gone by in the Station Cafe while experiencing the great coffee and food.
Visit Ohakune i-site Information Centre, Clyde Street for Ruapehu Area up to date information.
Waimarino Wines and Flowers for that special gift, Goldfinich Street,
Wanganui Motors Ohakune for personal sales and service.
Amazing furniture and products from Timber & Stone, 7230 State Highway Raetihi.
Ohakune TV Electrical for a selection of electrical goods and services...
Ohakune Bulletin keeping us in touch with local events and news.
PeppaTree Clyde Street for brochures, and design & print.
PCL for quality printing.
Ruapehu Signs at Raetihi.
WILDLIFE and NEWS
NZ Falcon (Karearea) We are encouraged with many sightings and calls (kek kek kek) in the study area, and some wonderful shots captured in the air, hunting and on a kill.
Karearea or NZ Falcon is one of only two NZ raptors and is endemic to New Zealand. The native falcon is and has been a distinctive feature of New Zealands backcountry.
Powerful flight and fearless defence of its nesting habitat has earned it the respect and admiration of those who live in these areas.
Kiwi chick release on 16th July and photo shoot of seven chicks. (refer www.envirorearch.co.nz) for Whakamanu Wildlife Trust updates.
Garden Bird Survey 2011 reported a drop in numbers of silvereye, sparrows similar to last year, refer landcareresearch.co.nz for top ten birds.
We are continuing to record the natural habit and movements of Harrier Hawk (Kahu), New Zealand Pigeon (Kereru) and the New Zealand Falcon (Karearea) from Kahu River Cottage and mountain treks.
A little about OHAKUNE
Ohakune is the town at the southern gateway to the Tongariro National Park World Heritage Site. It is known as the apre's ski capital of the North Island, the carrot capital of New Zealand, a forestry centre, a farming centre, and home to around 1400 people. It is a pleasant country town in summer - attractive as a base for numerous outdoor activities - and a lively snow sports centre in winter.
It has been settled since around the 1600"s, first by the Ngati Rangi (Sky People) and Ngati Uenuku (Rainbow People) sub-tribes. Later , railway surveyors arrived looking for a way through the Central North Island. Once the area was opened up, saw millers arrived, Chinese market gardeners and then Farmers.
In the 1950's and 60's, they built the Ohakune Mountain Road, providing access to the southern slopes of Mt Ruapehu and the ski fields of Turoa.
Ohakune Walks not to be missed include, Ohakune Old Coach Road, Mangawhero River Walk, Rimu and Mangawhero Forest Walk, Karioi Lakes Walk.. Ohakune Lake Reserve, Mangawhero Falls, Lake Surprise, Old Blyth Track. Lake Rotokura, Crater Lake Climb, and Tongariro Crossing...
Other popular activities include the Historic Whanganui River with Canoe and Jet Boat tours to Bridge to Nowhere, 3-5 day Whanganui Canoe trips, Mountain Biking, 4-5 day tramping around the mountain, fishing from some of the worlds finest trout fishing rivers, Horse riding, Golf, and opening soon Indoor Rock Climbing.
Thank you to everyone who has purchased Artwork recently and we look forward to your continued support.
Remember "YOU CAN ORDER DIRECT THROUGH THE ttp WEBSITE". or visit The Station Gallery.
2011 BORN WILD Calenders, limited edition posters , gift cards, post cards and a variety of new art work.
New service of "Picture Framing" available from our beautiful handcrafted native timber range.
Contact me anytime. We are available for all Photo Shoots.
Take care and remember "Mountains are the beginning and the end of all natural scenery" (John Ruskin (1819-1900)
Warm Regards
Tracey Thornton
Director of Photography