{{place.Description | striphtml | truncate(37, '')}}. Lake Coleridge was ideal for the New Zealand Government's first hydroelectric power station because of its geography and its location near the growing city of Christchurch. 3.2 From the Harper Camp Site to Lake Camp. Please be patient while the PDF is generated, especially with larger page sizes. Sam Sherwood 11:37, Aug 25 2015. supplied. It had to be remembered that many of the residents in the village were not land owners and rate payers. If you're finding the NZ Topo Map service useful please consider donating, no matter how small, it's greatly appreciated. With a smaller surface area of the lake allows it to freeze over without requiring such low temperatures to obtain the same thickness. Building the power station was a massive and dangerous undertaking. Distance travelled today: 12 km Total TA distance covered: 2242 km Another easy day. After an eight-hour hike from the previous hut, trampers arriving in the village in the late afternoon sometimes need to spend the night before walking the 20km to Windwhistle to cross the Rakaia River so they can carry on to Bluff. From the majestic Southern Alps and Arthur's Pass, down the braided Rakaia and Waimakariri rivers and over the patchwork Canterbury plains to the vast coastal lake of Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere, Selwyn is the place to explore! Discovery Jet offers an adrenaline-filled activity close to Lake Coleridge on the stunning blue Rakaia River. Bitcoin address (Legacy): Since then the lodge has been left to rack & ruin. [4]:361. Molly comes from South Canterbury, where her family farm between Waimate and Kurow. The Coleridge Power Station is a hydroelectric facility at Lake Coleridge on the Rakaia River in Canterbury, New Zealand. Starting point:Rockwood farm, Darts Road (off Washpen Road). As a skater becomes more experienced its easier to listen and get a feel for which parts of the ice are best to skate on by listening to the different sounds. Originally there were four of these pipes, however only two remain in use, with the other two disconnected half way up the hill. A dark brown squashed lump on the path. WebA campsite close to the shore of Lake Coleridge is available near the tiny settlement of Harper Village at the inland head of the lake. "I've been walking these trails for 13 years and it's not a problem. Tim previously managed a large property in the Lees Valley then worked around Marlborough before coming to us. Lake Coleridge station, along with the neighbouring Acheron Bank, on Lake Coleridge's south eastern shore, is owned by Christchurch car dealer Bruce Miles. Shelley and Duncan have been with us at Coleridge Downs since 2020, They live at the cookshop with thier son Corey and take care of feeding our hungry cadets. One of the most popular walks in the area, Rakaia Gorge offers extensive river views from cliff top lookouts. Another couple of posts that Ive collated: Take Them Outside Some must read tips before ice skating outside on that frozen lake! Cindy has been Administrator at Coleridge downs for 6 years. Thank you so much. The NEX at Naval Base San Diego is plenty big and has lots of departments, but I'm just not that big a fan. At the age of 17, I completed my Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award which gave me the skills and confidence to organise my own hiking adventures with mates who had never had the experience nor the opportunity to explore the outdoors. Send Bitcoin address to your wallet, Ethereum address: Walk alongside the Rockwood stream. I guess if I can find it online cheaper, why not just do that. 0 Reviews. Ash has been at Coleridge Downs for 20 odd years. Lake Coleridge Bring good shoes and reasonable fitness, and stay away in wild weather. Ryton Track is a small hidden track near Lake Coleridge that is shown as an unnamed walking track on the topographical map. "It's only a handful but they can cover the whole section with tents if they like. Take Them Outside Some must read tips before ice skating outside on that frozen lake! Kristen also takes care of the pastoral care of each and every cadet. It can be difficult to predict when ice will form on the lake and what conditions. No results found, please try another filter. Kristen works full time at Coleridge Downs primarily as the Training Manager and Assistant Shepherd where necessary. We walk through the arboretum planted by power station manager Harry The following 3rd party apps are available allowing offline use of the topo maps: This service wouldn't be possible without: Service provided by Gavin Harriss. Find out more in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Fellow inhabitant Kerry Munro believes the Te Araroa track should be diverted to Castle Hill away from Lake Coleridge. [4]:191 In 1987, the government dissolved its responsibility for electricity to create a state-owned enterprise called the Electricity Corporation of New Zealand (Electricorp). 0900 - 2100. The Lake Coleridge landscape has been formed over millions of years. This begins with crossing the causeway between Lake Ida and the smaller pond next to the lake pictured in the cover photo. Charlie comes from West Melton where his parents run a large-scale poultry operation, Charlie is quite new to farming but has really enjoyed getting stuck into Country life, he is a keen Rugby Player and also enjoys getting out on his motorbike during spare time. The village is, however, conveniently located on the Te Araroa trail, a 3000km length-of-country hike becoming increasingly popular. The Department of Conservation website doesnt list it as a track yet making it quite a hidden destination well off the beaten track. [4]:142 The turbine hall was extended in 1924 to make room for additional larger turbines. One subsidiary, Transpower, adopted responsibility for the outdoor switching yard, with the parent company planning to sell the facility at Coleridge. Crew Training International on LinkedIn: MQ-8 Air Vehicle Lake Coleridge Canterbury - ChristchurchNZ.com WebADDRESS Glenthorne Station Harper Road, Lake Coleridge, RD2 Darfield, 7572, But in the process of growing, no-one has taken into account what effect it's going to have on our area.". It looks like you have an ad blocker installed. Lake Ida | Lake Coleridge - Adventures from the South Expect 360-degree scenes across Lake Coleridge, the Southern Alps and multiple rivers. The area had a plentiful eels and birds and was an important food gathering stop for people crossing the Southern Alps seeking greenstone (pounamu) from the West Coast. There is something for every level of comfort and budget from luxury and boutique, to hotels, motels and apartments, and backpackers and holiday parks. Lake Coleridge and Acheron Bank are run together, with merinos on the tougher, higher Lake Coleridge and romneys on the lower, sweeter neighbour. Hugh leans down to finger it. Web2 Day 1: Christchurch to Harper Camp Site. Visit a place which is reputed to be a moa cooking site (discovered in 1960). If youre planning to head in for an Ice Skating session youll want to ensure there have been a number of cold days leading up to when you plan to skate, coupled with a cold frost in the area to ensure the conditions are right for skating. "It's also word of mouth. Spectacular views stretching up the valley to the head of the Rakaia River with a stunning display of colour in autumn. I like the trampers. Smedley looks after a paddock near his house where people and their motorhomes can overnight. In 1915 a 'show home' was built near the power station as an example of an all electric home. Louis has always had strong a passion for farming. 49vEgsTZv5FUFAHbwPkpChSxSrV1GcAtpRrzUCDsrCXcXnuzQ1HebKhSZ31F2bMC9GDLM1F5XHraRUQqGYgXgbKPD9UwqKr Printed Topo50 / 1:50,000 map sheets are available from Bivouac Outdoor, both online and in store. Fortunately now there is a public easement through the Ryton Track which allows you to reach Lake Ida and Little Lake Ida. Luxury Rural Bed and Breakfast - Ida Downs - Canterbury Contours and spot elevations in forest and snow areas may be less accurate. Two years ago Kirk bought cheviot rams to put over the two-tooth merinos and romney hoggets and he's been impressed with the results. Traction engines, horses, carts and motorised lorries carried all the gear necessary for building and living. NZ has to decide which way it wants to go. Walk alongside wetlands, farms, pine forest and the lake. Lake Coleridge power station Hydroelectricity - Te Ara An alternative win-win method of donating is to buy an Entertainment Membership. Find things to do and places to stay Peak Hill Conservation Area Sorry an error has occurred Expand all Getting there Know before you go Nature and conservation Contacts WebGlenthorne Station is a 62,352 acre high country sheep and cattle station nestled on the shores of Lake Coleridge, by the spectacular Southern Alps. Four hundred angus cows and calves move between the two stations. This information is aggregated and doesn't identify you personally. [5] The water is discharged to the Rakaia River. One thing he won't miss is the norwester. The monthly Adventures from the South mailer, Aardwolfs Ice Report Natural Ice Skating Safety Post. "It's probably not brilliant for people to just camp anywhere but by the same token we need a [camping] facility. Many small towns and settlements around NZ face a similar debate to that in Lake Coleridge Village. The power station is owned and operated by TrustPower. "When I arrived here Bruce was tipping money in. As of 2020, the station has a generation capacity of 39 megawatts (52,000hp) of electricity, and annual generation averages 270 gigawatt-hours (970TJ).[2]. Hamish comes from the Nelson area, where he has come with a very strong passion to get out and work on many different local farms in the area. Why donate? The station was built and initially owned by the New Zealand Government through the Hydro Electric Branch of the Public Works Department, which this branch later became the State Hydro Electric Department in 1946, which in turn became the New Zealand Electricity Department (NZED) in 1958, which then became the Electricity Division of the Ministry of Energy in 1978. {{places.length }} results found for "{{activeSearchQuery}}", {{place.SynopsisDescription | striphtml | truncate(37, '')}}. Consequently Hugh and Janet know what's what in the village and surrounds, which includes a massive land holding on the north side of Lake Coleridge owned by John Shrimpton, a British billionaire. Reports have been kept up to date by the community of Ice Skating enthusiasts that enjoy skating on the naturally frozen lakes. By continuing to use this site you consent to our use of cookies. WebLake Coleridge was the first government-built Hydro Electric Power station in New Zealand. Lake Coleridge Hence (Woody) has earnt himself a new nick name. We all know where we are coming from now. 0xd22ACB646619eAeb57A954a1Da45E6bCD41B9edB Sun. Weve collated the best of the area to make it easy to explore. . Even motorhomes, I'm quite happy for them to plonk down there," he says, pointing to a council reserve across the street. Allow about two hours for this 8km meander in the hills. Operational since 1914, water is diverted from the Wilberforce and Harper Rivers, and the Acheron Stream, into Lake Coleridge for storage. Run-holders settled soon after, taking up vast tracts of land for farming, which is still the area's main industry. There are side tracks to old coal mine entrances and down to the Rakaia riverbed. Hugh and Janet Derham didn't know this reporter was coming so haven't been able to sneak out and clean up all the excrement so as to deceive a fact-finding visitor. Multiple skiing options are within reach of the lake, including Mt Hutt, consistently voted the countrys best. But yeah, the place has come a long way since I arrived. WebLake Coleridge Station, Canterbury - New Zealand topographic map. JFK International Airport. The limited capacity at Coleridge resulted in regular interruptions to supply. A list of compatible devices and instructions for copying files to your device is available from Garmin. The distance is approximately 125km and takes approximately 1.5 hours. {{displayedTripData.routes[0].legs[0].duration.text}} - {{displayedTripData.routes[0].legs[0].distance.text}}. "It would have been running less than half a stock unit to the hectare and now it's up around six or seven. See waterfalls and views across the Canterbury Plains. WebGas Station - 32nd Street. Adventures from the South is an attempt at recreating many of the outdoor experiences that I have had, giving others the tools they may require to experience these destinations in Aotearoa (New Zealand) for themselves. Electric Cottage is privately owned, but can still be seen on a walk around the village. Water is fed to the station from two inlets at the lake, which is elevated 165 metres (541ft) above the station's turbine hall. Woody spends much of his spare time away hunting with his family over on the West Coast at their batch, Woody also plays rugby and gets out on his motorbike when possible. I wanted the HP Beats Edition Touch Screen Notebook PC, it was sold out. The issue had sparked debate in the village, he says, and it was disappointing to hear his and others' views labelled as a small minority view. was celebrated with an Open Day in December 2014. Apart from Miles, the new owners are mostly English and American, but like him they bring ample capital. Carey has moved up though our system to our Lake Block Manager and other specialist management roles such as Lumina lamb finishing, venison finishing and a Techno system growing our replacement heifers. READ MORE: *Stranded trampers blamed for Lake Coleridge poo problem. WebFind company research, competitor information, contact details & financial data for LAKE Ive grown up in the outdoors from a very young age. Using a drill or a measuring tape its possible to determine how safe the ice is. Kristen comes from a strong career in farming and has a passion for seeing young people achieving and succeeding in our industry. As I grew older my parents would organize an annual tramp each year with my grandparents usually ticking one of the Great Walks off each year. Formation of the lake reaching right up to the hill with the water level lapping right up to the edge of the mountain make it incredibly easy to put your skates on whilst still sitting out on your backpack or bum padding of choice. Lake Coleridge, the first large power station built by the state, was constructed Stock manager Sheldon Scott will look after the stations until a new manager is appointed but he has no desire to move up to the new house at Lake Coleridge from Acheron Bank. They claim the village is in danger of being swamped by trampers who they accuse of freely defecating around the village. While it initially started with 3 turbines, this was increased to 9[1] by 1930 with a total power output of 34.5 megawatts (46,300hp). Its smaller brother, Little Lake Ida sits right along side Lake Ida and is also a great spot for both fishing in the summer months and skating during the winter months. Lake Coleridge Rod Harper is happy for the trampers to pitch a tent on his lawn and has given the odd one a bed for the night. Thanks to a recent public meeting and some coverage from the media, Lake Coleridge finds itself as the latest poster boy for the country's pressing tourist excrement problem. Find out more in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Track starts about 500m before you reach the Power Station intake. Nathan James is the blogger behind Adventures from the South. Lake Coleridge Village residents Hugh Derham, left, and Rod Harper in a paddock which they say would be perfect for trampers. The cookies don't collect personal information. On the Coleridge Intake Road we meet Richard McCulloch who is on his quad bike dealing with some wasp nests. The problem of excrement was not isolated to Te Araroa trampers but numbers were expected to increase and "we need to be proactive and look at it now". The couple had a holiday home in the village before the Christchurch earthquakes and when their home in Pacific Park, in Bexley, split open in the September earthquake of 2010, they moved permanently to the village. 1FrcAJbfY5jg1MfbaYpYn24MHRkdi7SFSB Keep up to date with new features and updates by following NZ Topo Map on Twitter -, Or get more detailed updates by following. Donations also show your love and encourage me to development new functionality. Lake Coleridge firefighters quit in protest after They were surveyors investigating routes to West Coast gold fields. It would have been millions and millions.". Emily is also very keen on hunting and the outdoors. Ash has seen a lot of changes and development within the Company. Sat. Jack comes from Black Forest Station in the Mackenzie Country, Jack also has a strong passion for farming and been out working hard for other local farmers during his time at home from Boarding School. But what about the excrement? We walk through the arboretum planted by power station manager Harry Hart and check on Smedley's paddock. The map series printed will depend upon the size of the area selected. The Clymb Eight Safety Tips for Playing On FrozenLakes. [4]:195 Electricorp began downsizing staff and upgrading systems at the facility, and in 1994 it restructured into two subsidiaries. Please note access permission is by advance telephone arrangement with the land owner. Before skating on the ice its important to make some measure of how thick the ice is before you end up skating on it. I'd rather they kept them away from rural villages like ours. He says he called the meeting "to try and bring everything out in the open to discuss it as normal human beings, residents or ratepayers". 0900 - 2100. They're forcing them through in their hundreds till someone does something.". "I've sighted it (the excrement) and don't see it as a big problem yet.". Kristen is responsible for the running of the Cadet Training Program alongside Tony and our Board Sub Committee. The Te Araroa Trail is a national walkway covering the length of New Zealand, with a portion of it going through the Lake Coleridge area in 3 sections. Starting point:Hart Arboretum Gate on Intake Road in the village. administering, evaluating and improving the site. If you provide personal information, it's held by NZ Topo Map. Walk through tussock to the summit. With part-day and full-day tours, this is an activity for all. If you visit Lake Coleridge Village you will find more information about the power station and the area's history on a display outside the power station. With regrassing, fertiliser, fences and stock water that land has been transformed. WebLake Coleridge was ideal for the New Zealand Government's first hydroelectric power 20% of every membership sold contributes towards the costs of running NZ Topo Map. A very special thank you is owed to Fred Van Slooten and his son (and my friend since kindergarten) Karl Van Slooten for taking both Matt Brunt and I out for a skating session. 2 surge chamber is 12 metres (39ft)[4]:361 in diameter and connects to the original set of 1.32 metres (4ft 4in)[4]:361 diameter penstock pipes. The group, in their quiet way, do an enormous amount for NZ tourism. Join Although the village has many delightful open spaces perfect for camping and a good public toilet to boot, some locals are nervous about the visitors. Andrew Gray - Member - NuFund Venture Group | LinkedIn What is soon evident from the walk with Hugh is the acres of space all around, including adjacent to the toilet block. Kristen often works alongside the cadets, assisting senior staff in the practical training and support of cadets. The new homestead that was built a few years ago has a spectacular view of Lake Coleridge and the mountains beyond but cops nearly every breath of norwest wind. Such access does not confer a right to use any other farm tracks on the property.. 4.1 Breakfast at Barkers. 1 inlet is visible up at the lake as a whirlpool on calm days,[4]:146 with some of the older No. WebMiddle Rock Station offers visitors a comprehensive farm tour experience in the scenic Lake Coleridge high country just one hours drive west of Christchurch. [2], Coleridge was New Zealand's first major power station in which the state was involved. The group do their best to make them welcome. The offspring from the romney hoggets, effectively perendales from the romney-cheviot cross, proved too spirited for a plan to send the ewe lambs up to Mt Oakden station. MBTiles downloads can be used to provide: Drag and resize the highlighted area to select the area of map you would like to print out. Report a Correction. In case you arent someone with much experience on natural ice, or if it is your first time heading out on the ice there are a number of posts around the internet that are well worth reading before you head out. Building the Lake Coleridge Power Station and operating it today and The Clymb Eight Safety Tips for Playing On FrozenLakes. Its a beautiful short walk away along the Ryton Track to reach this high country. The village doesn't have a shop or service station or backpackers lodge. The Lake Coleridge Power Station, operated by TrustPower, harnesses the power of the Rakaia, Harper, Acheron and Wilberforce Rivers. If you read any of these articles, read Aardwolfs Ice Report Natural Ice Skating Safety Post. A small donation The village is a little off the main drag and too far from the lake to offer views over the water but, with its history, arboretum and high country scenery, is a gorgeous spot on a warm late-autumn day. Need something similar? I would further like to extend my thanks to Clive Murphie who maintains Aardwolfs Natural Ice Reports. Well, if not entirely buried, then at least the village grounds to be choking under a thick layer of reeking human waste. Lake Coleridge, a centre of adventure and activity at the heart of the Selwyn Region, less than an hour and a half from tautahi Christchurch. [4]:125 It was also the first to be built on glacial morraine,[4]:117 which caused significant issues with stability of the turbine hall. He reckoned it was just an endless pit. It was constructed mainly to supply electricity to Christchurch, with construction beginning in 1911 and completed with three generating units in 1914. Oh sure, we are on a waiting list TBD when it will be in. the pages you visited on our site and the links you clicked on, the referring site (if any) from which you clicked through to this site, your operating system, for example Windows 10, Mac OS X, the type of web browser you use, such as Chrome, Edge or Safari. In the meantime the welcoming face of people like Hugh and Janet Derham and Rod Harper will ensure NZ's reputation as a hospitable place continues. High Country Accommodation - Middle Rock Farm Tour People leave us their addresses and I get letters from parents saying thank goodness someone is looking after my daughter.". After Ngi Tahu waived their right of first refusal to the facility, in 1998 the facility was purchased for $90.6 million by both Alpine Energy and Trustpower. Potentially a great picnic hike for young ones. Richard Giller, a fit retiree from Ashburton, comes down the road with his wife after a walk and a picnic. In this post, only the track as far as Lake Ida is covered, however, the track continues on to Lake Catherine. This is the wind, wave and weather forecast for Lake Coleridge / Ryton Bay in Canterbury, New Zealand. WebAll persons wanting to use the farm tracks must contact the Station Manager to book a Click the map, drag the pin or enter your own to set coordinates: More options are available with LINZ's online coordinate converters. The only lodge in the village is a bit upmarket and for sale anyway. WebDeputy Station Manager Aviation Security Company. From camping and glamping to lodges and luxury, Lake Coleridge has your bases covered for a place to sleep and take in the sights. WebBased from Ida Downs, Mike and Karen can offer self-drive or guide 4WD tours through the mountains and river valleys surrounding Lake Coleridge and Rakaia River. 3 Day 2: A hike on Mount Cotton and drive to the Ashburton Lakes. Coleridge was the first station in the world to use aerated draft tubes on the turbines, invented on-site by Silston Cory-Wright to solve an issue with heavy thumping when under load. The track follows the base of Little Mount Ida around to Lake Ida, a lake well known for fishing and known among outdoor ice skating enthusiasts for being a reliable spot for finding quality ice in the right winter conditions. Lake Coleridge is a natural lake that runs alongside a natural river, but at a much higher elevation. WebDescription: Address Details: Street Name: Harper Road Municipality: Lake Coleridge Country Secondary Subdivision: Canterbury Country Tertiary Subdivision: Selwyn Country Subdivision: South Island Country Code: NZ Country: New Zealand Country Code ISO3: NZL Freeform Address: Harper Road, Lake Coleridge, Lake Coleridge 7572 Local "Right there where we put our chairs there was some dog excrement," he says, but he hadn't spotted any of the human variety. Enjoy a track full of native bush and bird song. Small town NZ is struggling to cope with the tourist boom. Carey is a graduated cadet from 2018. WebContinue on to the Lake Coleridge Village Green and power station. Lake The hike is easy and achievable for a family. Cindy is oftennworking away in the office or remotely and plays a huge part of the Company. What it finds areresidents appalled at what they claim are a few vocal part-time residents - "they will moan about anything" - blowing up a non-existent problem. "People talk about overseas owners not being a good thing for New Zealand but I disagree. But they stilled had the display model out. Give it about three hours and take the kids. Massive glaciers, earthquakes, wind, rain, frost, snow and volcanoes have all helped to form the landscape we have today. The open-air switching yard supplies 66kV lines that run both east (connecting to the Transpower switch yard at Hororata and from there on to Christchurch) and west (across the Southern Alps via Arthur's Pass to supply the West Coast). As construction workers moved on, power station staff and their families replaced them. Your donation will help cover the ongoing hosting and bandwidth costs required to keep this free service up and running. From England originally, they have done all right for themselves. It's hard to find any excrement in Lake Coleridge Village in autumn. Louie comes from Lincoln area where he has utilised opportunities of living near town to set up his own firewood company which became a lucrative essential service during covid lockdowns. The collection grew large and diverse enough to be called an arboretum. WebByron Kirk, the then manager of Lake Coleridge Station, purchased Cheviot Rams for other things like your screen resolution and the language setting of your browser. If your use of the materials or information on this web site results in the need for servicing, repair or correction of equipment or data, you assume all costs thereof. Coleridge Downs - Meet The Team

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