SURF WATCH
November 2012
Trust Waikato Waihi Beach Lifeguard Service (Inc.)
100 years of
Children’s Beach
Sport’s days!
BIGGER THAN EVER BEFORE!
100 years old! Let’s celebrate with a belly full of ice cream and a big smile on the kiddies faces. Watch out
for the parachutists that will herald the start of the centenary birthday celebrations.
Do you remember when?? These are the type of questions asked
Traditionally the New Years Children’s Sports Day was always the
at a typical beach sports committee meeting. Reece Mead Chair of the
place to be and the thing to do. As well as the donkey races there was
100 year Beach sports committee meets regularly with Murray Munro,
also heavy emphasis upon the swimming events and also life saving
Barry Jesney, Mike Hickey and Colin Major, just some of the dedicated
events that are no longer seen today. Society of today is spoilt for
team of volunteers that run this long standing and iconic event held
choice and there is a lot of other distractions on offer. However, don’t
every New Years Day on Waihi Beach.
right this wonderful day off your calendar! To mark the 100 years
The origins of this event can be founded in the mining community
birthday the committee plans to have more ice cream than ever before
that founded the population of Waihi Beach. Original baches on Pacific
and all for free! More coconuts than every before in the coconut and
Road and north to the base of the Orokawa Track, were first built by the
orange races, VIP’s including the local MP for the Coromandel area and
miners who came to the area in search of that elusive mineral GOLD
Mayor of Waihi and Mayor of the Western Bay District Council; Ross
found in the quartz stone in the hills at the north end of Waihi Beach.
Patterson who himself is an ex clubby from the Mount. These
Some traditions die hard and it wasn’t long before these miners were
esteemed guests will be on hand to introduce the past winners of the
looking for a community event to entertain their youngsters. This
prestigious 100 metre beach sprint. The cup itself is undergoing
heralded the birth of the first beach day sports one hundred years ago.
restoration in preparation for its 100 year birthday and will be on show
The first beach day sports hosted a variety of events including
when races kick off at 11 am on the 1st. Long time favourites and
donkey races and surf life saving competitions. With the call to war
icons of the day; the free ice creams plan to keep flowing for longer
these events took a back seat but were quickly rejuvenated with the
than ever before and the committee has had to organise extra freezer
return to peace time. The programme may have altered but the
space to cope with the extra ice cream that has been ordered!
philosophy is still the same; lets get the community together, provide
The chariot race is one of the modern day highlights of the day
those young energetic people with an outlet for their enthusiasm and
and this year there is a cup for the winner. Denise O’Sullivan and her
have some fun! Indeed up until 10 years ago some of those original
crew will be there to defend their title from last year and claim the
post war organisers were still part of the current crew; Jack (Spud)
inaugural cup, bring it on to the challengers!
Petello, Pat McLay and (Mad) Don Hunter to name but a few. Sadly
So bring all your friends, your gold coins for the BBQ and your
they are no longer with us but the spirit of the day lives on thanks to the
team for the chariot race, its all go for the 1st of Jan when the
current committee.
Children’s Sports Day celebrates its centenary.
Image courtesy of Barry Jesney.
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DANIEL PEACOCKE
Waihi Beach Head Coach 2012/2013
Meet the new face around the club Daniel
developing his own business;
Peacocke. Daniel has an extensive
strength and conditioning for
background in physical education and has
young athletes. This programme
plenty to offer our Waihi athletes.
targets athletes from the age of
Surf Involvement
early secondary students up to the
Daniel started his career in Lifeguarding at
Whangamata at the tender age of 15. He
quickly became dragged into the boaties arena
and started seriously competing in surf life
saving at the age of 18. As a young
age of 20 under the name of
STRENGTH TO STRENGTH
CONDITIONING.
Self Motivated
Daniel has obviously been
competitor he was always keen on the sprints
very self motivated throughout
and competed for Whangamata in this event
his his athletic and university
until he left for university at the age of 18.
career. He pushes himself to
Whilst pursuing a degree in PE degree
Head coach
Daniel
achieve at the high end of competition and is
majoring in Science and Prescription for 4
still personally training under coach Gavin in
years and a post grad in Physical conditioning
the North Shore. At present he maintains
at Otago University, Daniel looked for avenues
approx 15 hours per week spread over 10 - 15
to keep himself fit and pursue his naturally
sessions. Although currently recovering from a
active lifestyle. He joined the St Clair Surf Club
back injury he completed his lifeguard
and enjoyed the benefits of a club coach for
refresher and IRB refresher at labour Weekend
the first time. He also showed that he was a
in anticipation of supporting Waihi patrols
truly dedicated clubbie and braved the water
where needed.
down south in temperatures that seldom rise
above the winter zone in the sunny BOP. It
was here in the south that Daniel found his
passion for kayaking. Daniel is a very self
motivated athlete and saw the potential for a
Kayak Club, o he went right on out there and
developed one! The increase in numbers
meant not only did he have more people to
train with but also more numbers in
competition to push himself against.
Back Home
Having completed his qualifications in the
Hopes and dreams
After 6 - 7 years as a paid guard around
Daniel sees a need for the club to
develop a daily routine and a culture of
training. He is keen to help make an impact
upon those areas and has already got a
training schedule up and running with keen
athletes in attendance. Check out the club
website for the latest details or if you are not
sure what suits you best feel free to email
Daniel personally
[email protected]. He will be
conducting an informal interview with each
the BOP Daniel is looking for something a little
competitor to check what their focus is for the
bit different and something he can make an
season and how he can assist.
impact upon. Waihi has the potential to grow
and Daniel feels that he has the qualifications
and attitude to make a difference to the club.
His qualifications seem ideally suited to the
position and the timing couldn’t be better in
terms of his career and what Waihi is looking
for. Having spent the summer of 2011/2012 at
Waihi Beach as Regional Head Guard he found
deep south Daniel had the good sense to
he really liked the place and is keen to come
return to the sunny north where he is
back and help make an impact on the club.
WEEKLY TRAINING
Initial directions
Club Expectations
The club expects all members with
allocated gear to attend at least two
competitions this season, one of which must
be the Eastern Regional Carnival at
Whangamata. Contact Daniel to see which
carnivals best suit you. These are an important
part of your commitment to using club
equipment and combine with your
commitment to patrols throughout the season.
CONTACT DANIEL
FRIDAY: 6pm all squads
All athletes are invited to
SATURDAY: 9am all squads
weekly meetings in the club
SATURDAY: 12.30pm Senior squad
house each Sunday at 4 pm
Mobile 0274 194 643 SATURDAY: 4pm all squads
just prior to the final
Club
SUNDAY: 8am Senior Squad
weekend training session.
Email
[email protected]
SUNDAY: 10am Junior squad
SUNDAY: 4.30 pm all squads
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07 863 5108
CAMP 1
Fantastic weather, fabulous surf
conditions and awesome parent
helpers and amazing athletes!
Athletes that attended the first coaching
booster for those swimmers who haven’t
ventured out that far before.
Ben (NZ U16 Iron Man) and Ashley
Cochrane from Omanu, showed endless
patience and humour as all the athletes had a
camp in October were buzzing upon their
go for the first time on ski and kayak type craft.
return to home. They also went home to catch
Parents Rod and Tony also gave it a go
up on some well deserved rest!
although Rod complained that someone had
There were
so many highlights to the weekend and it was
put baby oil all over the seat of his ski! And
made all the more enjoyable with the perfect
then just when he thought he had it mastered
weather and surf conditions.
and was flying solo he turned around to find
Our guest coaches travelled through to
Waihi Beach in time to take the athletes
his helper still had a firm hand on the rear!
Sunday morning was an early start and
through the basics and check out their abilities
the coaches were ready to go at 8 am. Again
in their selected disciplines. Session one with
weather was conditions were fantastic.
Jessica Lacy focused on sprinting techniques
Cameron Witney and Sam Shergold (NZ U20
on the sand - little tips to keep you upright in
Squad) from the Mount took the athletes
those soft mount sandy beaches, then some
through preliminary checks on their boards,
pointers to get you turning quickly in the sand
checked techniques and then hit the water.
in the beach flag arena. Jessica first started
Cameron initially spent time in shore with the
her career in surf at Waihi so it was great to
10 year olds who were trying out the board for
have her back supporting our younger
the first time while Sam took those more
members. She is off to compete at Worlds in
confident out beyond the break to do some
an Open Beach Sprint Relay for the Mount
real distance paddling under the careful eye of
Club. Jess is currently under 19.
a very competent board paddler.
Dannielle O’Connor (NZ U20 Squad) also
Many thanks to the awesome parents
a former member of Waihi returned to help out
who prepared our delicious meals. The
with wading and swim techniques. After a
delicious strawberries for dessert and
grueling session wading in and out and around
breakfast were supplied free of charge from
our willing and chilly parents, Dannielle took
Sweet Red in Kumeu. Thank you so much for
those willing swimmers “out the back” for the
supporting our growing athletes in such a
big wave competition. a great confidence
nutritious way!
Cameron
Witney takes
the boys out
the back.
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25 Junior/IRB Carnival Omanu
25 Instructors Training
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December
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1 BOP Senior Champs Mount
1 Super Surf Boat Event
Wellington
2 NZ Ocean Swim Series
7 Jandal Day Collection
8/9 Coaching Camp; Waihi
8/9 IRB Carnival Whakatane
14-16 National Lifeguards
School Whiritoa/Taranaki
18-21 Dec SLGA Training Camp
Waihi
22 SLGA Award Exam Waihi
23 Junior/IRB #2 Mount
30 Omanu Classic
January
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1 New Years Beach Day Sports
Waihi Beach
2 Whanagamata Surf Boats
5 Red Beach Carnival
6 (Junior) Harris Cup
Pukehina
8/9 Coaching Camp; Waihi
12 BP Surf Rescue Series
New Plymouth
13 Central Regionals
New Plymouth
14-16 National Lifeguards
School Whiritoa/Taranaki
19 Papamoa Junior
Invitational
20 Eastern Region Masters
Omanu
20 2km Ocean Swim @ Waihi
26/27 Eastern Region Champs
Whangamata
31 IRB Twighlight #1
February
2 Eastern Region Jnr
Champs @ Mount
9/10 North Island Boat
Champs Waihi Beach
14-16 National Lifeguards
School Whiritoa/Taranaki
16/17 Northern Region
Champs Ruakaka
16/17 Coaching Camp
Waihi
21-24 U14 NZ Champs
(Oceans) Mount
Results this month
March
Congratulations to the boat crew that
7 NZ Patrol Champs
7 NZ Masters Champs
8-10 State NZ Champs
(Nationals) Mount
17 Eastern Region Rookie
Champs
22-24 BP IRB NZ Champs
Waipu Cove
April
6 State NZ Ocean Swim
Series
competed in the long distance Puhoi event.
Luke Kingsford, David Grant, Josh Williamson
and new comer Tate put in an awesome effort
to finish 3rd in the Under 23 division. This is
quite significant when you realise that David is
the only under 23 competitor and it is his first
year in this division. The remainder of the
crew are still Under 19. If they had competed
in the under 19 division they would have won it
by a considerable margin. Unfortunately the
Rangitoto challenge was cancelled due to
Club Uniform
Don’t leave it till the last minute to secure
your uniform for competition. We are very
lucky to have the services of Donna Pfefferle
extremely hazardous weather conditions.
Gear Trailer
We urgently require a new galvanised
8 x 5 standard trailer to replace the gear trailer
that was stolen over the winter months. If you
an extremely organised, forward thinking and
know of one that is currently having a rest and
efficient junior surf parent who is organising the
would enjoy an outing or two on either a
bulk of the uniform requirements for the entire
borrow basis or more permanent arrangement
surf club. Senior competitors will need to
or perhaps you know of a sponsor that would
make sure that they have their own skull cap/
be willing to support the club in purchasing a
competition beanie which is only available for
replacement trailer please let us know. The
purchase through the club. Junior competitors
Junior Surf need this trailer for their first
are issued with a cap on registration.
competition 25 November at Omanu. Janine
Remember to wear them and not lose them as
and Jan are particularly interested in seeing
replacements are at the owners expense.
this trailer come to light soon!
Donna is keen to order goggles and surf NZ
bags etc for those people who are interested in
purchasing them. This will be on a prepay
Next Coaching Camp
The first coaching camp was a huge
basis as the club does not keep these items in
success for all concerned. Many thanks to all
stock. For further details contact Donna;
those that took part. Remember participants
[email protected]
that you now need to put into practice the
All patrol Uniforms are sourced through
techniques that you were shown. The coaches
the administration office. These items are
are keen to see your progress and give you the
completely separate from competition items.
next tip for success. If you would like to be
Target Carnivals
All guards with allocated gear are
expected to attend at least two competitions
throughout the season. Our big target event is
part of the next fun filled, team building and
inspiring weekend on 8 and 9 December,
please register your interest with Janine
OConnor. Email [email protected]
Phone 021 268 1090 or 07 79 0519
the Eastern Region Champs to be held at
Whangamata on Auckland Anniversary
Weekend, January 26 and 27. Daniel and
Janine are looking to take a sizable team from
Waihi to this competition.
Please diary the 1 December as a
potential carnival for you to attend. Most
exams will be finished and athletes would have
had at least a full month of training opportunity
with Daniel by this time. This event is a one
day event and the flyer has been posted on the
Waihi Website for you to view. $10 entry.
Please contact Daniel with your availability
before he contacts you!
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Ella enjoys
Sweet Red
Strawberries
from Kumeu
CHAIR’S CORNER
What a fabulous start to the season we've had with a fantastic turn out of members to the beach already. Firstly I would like to formally welcome Daniel Peacocke who has been employed for the summer as our club coach and is doing a fantastic
job getting our members keen and enthusiastic to train and enter competitions this season. Keep up the great work and I look forward to
seeing and hearing about the club results as the season progresses.
Also a huge thank you to Ruth Kingsford who has stepped in to help out in the office and with our club administration. This is an integral
part of our club and she is doing a great job of handling our day to day tasks.
Senior Club - Patrols are going strong with a good numbers each weekend. Many lifeguards have attended courses over the winter to up
skill and are raring to go. Our patrol captain's this year are James Lloyd, Christiaan Maarhius, Savannah Fuller, Travis McGeady / Dave
Grant and Seth Rackham. Please check when you are on duty. Remember if you are unable to attend your patrol that it is really important
and your responsibility to find a replacement and let your PC know.
Junior Club was all a buzz over Labour weekend for enrollments. It is so great to see a large number of familiar faces returning again this
year. The Junior's are certainly an important area for the club to nourish and grow into our future lifeguards. I'm sure they will have an
awesome year once again under the guidance of Jan De Faye With our club coach Dan in place this season alongside the hard work of Janine O Connor they both aim to lift Waihi's profile in the sports
arenas around the district. I encourage members to step up to the challenge and give competition a go this season it is a great way to meet
new people, bond with fellow clubbies, stay fit and have healthy fun. I look forward to tracking their successes. Congratulations to our successful members this month we have 6 newly qualified guards - Andrea Swanney, Gina Swanney Anna Swanney,
Jade Regan Yvette Kingsford, and Grace Dalton who completed their lifeguard exams in Whangamata and Hot Water Beach over the last
two weekends.
Also I would like to congratulate Paul Fuller who recently passed his ambulance officer studies and is now a qualified Emergency Medical
Technician with St John's.
Great to hear that Lochlainn O’Connor got the season off to a flying start for Waihi with his successes at the New Zealand Pool Champs.
Thanks for keeping the Waihi Flag flying proudly.
Good luck to all those guards sitting NCEA and University exams in November.
Next lifeguard camp and exam will be in December 19th - 22nd Dec please register interest through club office and we will be in touch soon
with the details approx costs $150/pp
REMEMBER - as a club lets all work together and strive to reach my goal and get back to being - Club of the Year
Regards, Claire Fuller
Waihi Beach the venue for the Australia Test
CONFIRMED!
As well as hosting the North Island Surf Boat Competitions Waihi
Event organiser Dan Harris, is looking for sponsorship for this
Beach is also privileged to host the International Surf Boat Test
event. All interested parties no matter how large or small should
between the best senior mens and senior women rowers from Australia
contact him to discuss potential naming rights and levels of
and New Zealand. On the 9th and 10th of February 2013 the beach
sponsorship.
will fill with boat crews from around the country. On saturday
Dan is also looking for would be Waihi Beach rowers in the
visitors will participate in the Long Course Event and the
under 23 division. He has a seat in the boat waiting for you!
crowd will see the high performance senior crews from
Australia and New Zealand race head to head in a series
of races to determine who is the down under champion.
Australian surf boat rowing is regarded as the best in the
Dan has had consistently high results over the years with
Sponsors
required!
world so this series of races will include some excellent
the crews he races and is looking for sponsorship for
these crews as well. If you have contacts who are
interested in sponsoring a boat crew or a race please
contact Dan Harris 027 980 823 or 07 8553 259. Email
high performance athletes from all over Australia contesting
[email protected]
the title against New Zealand’s finest.
Mark this date in your diary;
9/10th February 2013
On Sunday the North Island competition returns with the
Champion of Champions event. This event is held in high esteem in
North Island Surf Boat Championships
the surf boat world is always well supported.
Australia/New Zealand Senior Mens and Ladies Surf Boat Test
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