St Lukes Environmental Protection Society (original) (raw)
St Lukes Environmental Protection Society Protecting Meola Creek's environs since 2005
St Lukes Environmental Protection Society (STEPS) was incorporated in 2005. Its purpose is to protect and enhance the environment and amenities in the St Lukes area. Read more ...
From Te Wai Ōrea to Te Tokaroa
October 5th, 2024
More than thirty people made up the group for the hikoi on 5 October.
Chris Severne showed the work of the Blue Greens by the NW motorway. Near Pasadena, Whitebait Connection explained the sensitivity of the young Galaxids to frequent overflows.
After just one major downpour the group walked on to Te Tokaroa Meola Reef. There Ben Goodwin pointed out both common and unusual plants in a 10,000 year old landscape.
Many thanks to Rhiannon, Ben, Chris, and Sel for their talks. Also Chris and Paul for organising the walk, and MP Helen White for joining us all to see nature in the city.
Special thanks to all the walkers who joined STEPS and Urban Ark on the journey from Maunga to Moana.
MAGS makes music on Roy Clements Treeway
Liz October 4th, 2024
Around 30 walkers joined the STEPS hikoi down from Owairaka maunga on 28 October 2024. The walk was held for Auckland’s Heritage week.
Tupuna Maori Authority offered a karakia, and walkers looked out to see Waitītiko Meola Creek below.
A group descended via Toroa Terrace, and another via Vinter Ave. At Ahurangi the highest Central Interceptor shaft on Meola Creek was viewed.
Former MAGS teachers Roy Clements and Christine Hallet met with MAGS Headmaster Pat Drumm, then greeted the walkers on Kerr Taylor Reserve. They led the group towards musical performances on the Roy Clements Treeway played by six Senior music students, directed by Neil Watson.
You can hear some of the items here
Many thanks to Chris, Paul, Roy, Christine, Carolyn. David, Judith, Diana, Kesa and all the walkers.
Watch this space to see the movie! Yes the performances on the Roy Clements Treeway were filmed.
On Saturday 5th STEPS and Urban Ark will lead the walkers to Te Tokaroa Meola Reef.
Maunga to Moana Walk – Waitītiko Meola Creek
Liz September 5th, 2024
As part of Auckland Heritage Week, STEPS and Urban Ark have arranged a walk from Ōwairaka/ Mt Albert to Te Tokaroa / Meola Reef. During the walk we will discover the historic infrastructure that underlay the development of Auckland and influenced the fate of Meola Creek.
The walk takes place on two days, Saturday 28th September and Saturday 5th October from 1.00pm until 3.30pm. Rain day for both walks is Saturday 12th October. Along the way experts will speak briefly about the Central Interceptor, daylighting and restoration. Locations are well served by public transport. STEPS can also shuttle car drivers back to the start as needed.
Please join us. Numbers are limited so book your place soon.
28 September – Ōwairaka summit to Rocket Park and Mt Albert War Memorial Hall.
MAGS music students will hold a special musical performance along Roy Clements Treeway.
Day 1 Please book using the link: https://events.humanitix.com/waititiko-maunga-to-moana-walk-day-1-wairaka-to-rocket-park
Waiōrea to Te Tokaroa / Meola Reef
Day 2 – Please book using the link : https://events.humanitix.com/waititiko-maunga-to-moana-walk-day-2-wai-rea-crc-to-te-tokaroa-meola-reef
Tags: boardwalk, Kanuka St, Meola Creek, Roy Clements Treeway, STEPS