Opotiki
Spring Fly-in
2 – 3 October 2010
(How far will you fly
for a free sausage?)
Information Update
Well after all the shite weather we’ve had lately it seems that better stuff is actually going
to favour us this weekend. This is what Met Services website tells us we can expect for this
weekend. A full two days of blue skies and sunshine. Awesome aye!
So no excuses…get your skates on and get planning to get on down here!
Things to Remember…
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Radio Frequency for Opotiki Traffic is 119.1 Mhz
Change to that frequency at;
t;
- Ohiwa Harbor Entrance when coming along the coast from Whakatane
- Kutarere when coming from the SW
- At least 5NM out when approaching from the South
• Always join overhead at 1500ft
• Downwind leg is always to the south of the airfield, i.e. away from town
• Keep an eagle eye out and a close listening watch for other traffic – the skies could be busy.
• For safe separation;
- fly away from the field at an even altitude , i.e. 1000 ft
- and into the field at odd altitude , i.e. 1500ft
• No Landing Fees ☺
Opotiki Traffic Information
Ohiwa Harbor
Entrance
Whakatane
Traffic
118.6
Waioeka
River Mouth
Opotiki
Traffic
119.1
Opotiki Airfield
5NM
3NM
Common Call-up Points
Approximate dividing line between Opotiki Traffic and Whakatane Traffic Radio Frequencies
Accommodation
For those coming down on Saturday and planning to stay overnight, there are plenty of
accommodation options available in the town, but remember this is OPOTIKI ☺ and we
also have a limited supply of mattresses, bunks, and camp beds for people to bunk down
in the clubrooms, in true fly-in style – toilet and kitchen facilities are also available.
We have also organised a cracker hangi dinner for Saturday nite (6.30pm). Cost is a cheap
$12 a head. Should provide a good start to the rest of the evening! Early confirmation
would be appreciated if this sounds like a bit of you. We anticipate and look forward to a
bit of social stuff Saturday night where we can swap outrageous and unlikely stories and
rehash some of the old ones.
If you are planning on over-nighting with us, either in town or on site, please let us know
– helps with our own planning!
Here’s looking forward to your company
Contacts:
Martin Taylor - ph 07 307 1975
1975 evenings, or email [email protected]
Terry Rogers –Mob 027 4 771 835 anytime Ph 07 315 5532 day / evenings,
evenings, or email [email protected]
Opotiki Accommodation
Central Oasis Backpackers
Relax on the sunny verandah of our Kauri Villa, close to town services. 30 King St, Opotiki
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07 315 5165
Magnolia Court Motel
13 Modern spacious units, sleep 2-6, SKY TV, Microwaves, cooked or continental breakfasts
available.
Hosts: Roger & Hayley. Corner Bridge & Nelson Streets, Opotiki.
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07-315 8490
Masonic Hotel
An historic New Zealand country pub in the equally historic, seaside, Rooms from $30, Irish Bar
with courtyard and Restaurant, Flames Bar, TAB and Gaming Room and Super Liquor off License
for all of your takeaway requirements. Church Street, Opotiki
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07 315 6115
Opotiki Cottage
Step inside to the peaceful ambiance of yesteryear. A simply furnished 1920's house that can be
booked on a bach basis for a family holiday by the Wharf. 40 Potts Avenue, Opotiki.
Email: [email protected]. Phone: (07) 315 5831
Opotiki Holiday Park
Right on the river. Beach 3km. SKY TV in Park Motel and Self- contained units. Cabins, powered
and non-powered sites. Children’s playground, swimming pool, Kayak and fishing rod hire. Town
with bars & restaurants within 200m. Book online at: www.opotikiholidaypark.co.nz. Phone
your friendly hosts Jane & John Tiverton. Potts Ave, Opotiki
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07 315 6050
Opotiki Hotel
Honeys Bar & Restaurant, Accommodation. Garden Bar, Gaming Room, Sports Bar, Drive-in
Wholesale. Come in and enjoy our local hospitality. Church Street, Opotiki
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07-315 6173
Ranui Motel
10 family and studio units. Affordable rates. Home cooked meals. 36 Bridge St, Opotiki
Phone: 07 315 6669
Riverside Backpackers
1 double/dorm. Guide for Bush/Hunting/Photos. 169 Bridge St, Opotiki
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07 315 6166
Royal Hotel Hunters Backpackers
Old hotel rooms refurbished to provide excellent backpacker type accommodation. Corner
Church and Kings Streets, Opotiki
Email: [email protected]. Phone: 07 315 5760