ABOUT ROTORUA TRAILS TRUST
Our Mission:
“To make Rotorua the world leaders in recreational trails that champion cultural heritage, environmental sustainability, equitable access while positively impacting the economy”
Strategic Objectives:
“Champion of Trails”
The Rotorua Trails Trust will support the development and lead maintenance of Biking, Walking, Running and Horse-Riding Trails.
This will be achieved by:
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Primarily monitoring and auditing the Whakarewarewa Forest trail network and ensuring that it is maintained to the highest standards.
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Developing robust strategies and plans for maintenance schedules of existing trails.
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Being at the forefront of trail building and maintenance techniques and compliance.
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Advocating for trail maintenance and development that serves the needs of the landowners and the community.
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Working with the mana whenua in a spirit of cooperation and partnership, acknowledging their world view.
“Intergenerational Prosperity”
The Rotorua Trails Trust will become part of the eco-system of custodians of the Whakarewarewa Forest (and other areas if appropriate) and provide support and advice as appropriate developing a long-term sustainable model. This will be achieved by:
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Forging a relationship with landowners, mana whenua and undertake meaningful
engagement to understand mana whenua positions and aspirations.
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Undertake cultural development within the organisation to better understand the cultural history of the whenua
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Engage closely with stakeholders to gain greater understanding of opportunities available and provide balanced, considered and informed advice.
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Focussing on cultural, environmental and economic sustainability.
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Ensuring the Strategy and Plans are dynamic and evolving with the needs of the time.
Join Us
We believe trails are for everyone, and we invite you to get involved! Whether through volunteering, donating, becoming a Rotorua Trails Trust member or simply enjoying the trails, your support makes a difference. Together, we can continue to build a legacy of outstanding trails in Rotorua.
Build. Maintain. Donate.
Discover Rotorua Trails Trust—where the journey is as inspiring as the destination.
CONTACTS
Address:
(Not open to Public)
1168 Amohia St
Rotorua 3010
New Zealand
Email:
Rotorua Trails Trust Trustees
Warena Morgan (Chairperson) Appointed Tuhourangi Tribal Authority
Thea DePetris Appointed by Rotorua Mountain Bike Club
Tama Jones Appointed by Rotorua Lakes Council
Warena Morgan (Chairperson) Appointed Tuhourangi Tribal Authority
Rawiri Bhana Appointed by Te Komiti Nui o Ngati Whakaue
Selwyn Insley Appointed by Nga Hapu e Toru, Ngāti Hurungaterangi Ngāti Taeotu, Ngāti Te Kahu
Takurua Mutu Trustee
David Crawley Trustee
Tim Wild (Treasurer) Trustee
Grant Utteridge Trustee