West Rotoiti Care Group December 2012 Update
The only recent communal activity of the group was held on Saturday 24th November. There was a good turnout of helpers who trimmed,sprayed, dug out major weeds, gorse and broom, and released plants and trees from honeysuckle, and convolvulus.
The area around the Control Gates received attention also. This area has a large amount of use, and I would like to encourage all residents who use this route to and from the Okere Store to help keep it tidy.
I was most encouraged recently when I approached one of the kayakers for help in maintaining this area and I got an instant response. Within a couple of hours two of these young men were mowing and trimming. Thank you. We need more young helpers to take a pride in this area, especially when the World Rafting Championships are going to be held in New Zealand next year.
We, the volunteers in this area, are, in the main, not exactly young and would welcome more help from those in the community who are young and athletic. My thanks to the loyal band of helpers who constitute the West Rotoiti Care Group. For those who would like to help or to know more please phone Jan on 3624976.
No definite dates for 2013 yet, but will endeavour to have 4 work days a year so we can keep on top of the invasive weeds which seem to grow in inaccessible places down banks. etc. Again, thanks to those who quietly go about keeping their own and common areas tidy and attractive.