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VOLUNTEER DAY AT THE VICTORIA BATTERY WAIKINO 28TH APRIL2021, 9.00AM TO 3.00PMThis event is to be advertised on the DOC website so feel free to sharehttps://www.doc.govt.nz/get-involved/volunteer/in-your-region/bay-of-plenty/volunteer-days-in-tauranga/Activity/Work descriptionVegetation maintenance at the Victoria Battery Historic ReserveActivity location/WorkplaceAccess Victoria Battery off SH2, sharp turn into Waitewheta Rd, then sharp turn after the bridge into the road access for Victoria Battery, or park opposite Waikino Hotel and uase the Foot Bridge and a short walk to the BatteryActivity/Work datesApril 28th, 2021 Wednesday9am – 3pm – Meeting at the Car park area at the end of the gravel road. Optional parking is in the rest bay off state highway 2 adjacent to the Waikino Hotel. Access can be by foot over the foot bridge.Purpose of the volunteer roleVolunteers will gain the opportunity to learn about the heritage reserve and assist the Department of Conservation and the Victoria battery Tramway Society with the maintenance of the grounds.Volunteers can apply their skills and learn about this special place from experienced and knowledgeable DOC rangers and the Victoria Battery Tramway Society.Key tasksWeed managementPruningClearing vegetation for historic artifactsAttributes/Skills requiredConfidence and experience working with sharp cutting tools and sharp edgesListen to instruction and take care in the activity of removing pest plants.Medium fitness levelWork environmentThis worksite is a heritage site with visitors on foot and bicycles.The area is exposed to the elements of sun and rain.It is advisable to bring any pastoral environment allergy medication, as there is an increased risk of exposure to insects, wasps, bees and grasses when removing weeds.Equipment and other resources provided by DOCEquipment: hand tools i.e. secateursPPE: First Aid Kit available, gardening gloves, high visibility vestTransport: By request, seats are limitedFood: Muesli bars, fruit and refill waterTraining: Onsite health and safety talk (JSA)What to bringSturdy outdoor footwearProtective gloves (if you prefer your own)Wet weather gearSunhat and sunscreen (if applicable)CameraLunch and a water bottleOther informationLearn more about Victoria Battery and the Victoria Battery Tramway Society from the links below:https://www.doc.govt.nz/globalassets/documents/conservation/historic/by-region/victoria-battery-site.pdfhttps://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/bay-of-plenty/places/kaimai-mamaku-conservation-park/things-to-do/tracks/karangahake-gorge-historic-walkway/Contact PersonDepartment of Conservation, Volunteer coordinatorNataalia Lunson, Community Ranger, TaurangaPh: 027 536 6847Email:This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. How to find us Visitor feedbackCome and enjoy some NewZealand history.Awesome history. Cool - thank you. Fascinating insight. Electrifying. Good ole days. Just golden. Keep up the good work well done. Wicked! Unbelievable. Really worth a look. What I didn t know about. To be recommended. Very educational. Lots to learn thanks. Really friendly. Don t let history die.Contact us+64 (0)21 09 017 915Victoria Battery Tramway Museum Society Inc.P.O. Box 173, Waihi, 3641, NewZealandinfo@vbts.org.nz

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