Geo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone Geopark
By Waitaki Whitestone Geopark
Geo Radio - Waitaki Whitestone GeoparkFeb 04, 2022
Announcing our new General Manager
Find out more in our May newsletter!
Things to do...
A few ideas for things to do these school holidays...
Earth science is more than rocks
Through studying science we learn about the world around us...and more...
Some geosites to visit
For more geosites to visit see our website www.whitestonegeopark.nz
Outreach
We recently participated in an Enviroschools hui where we explored the science of water holding capacity in soils.
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Zealandia - the 8th continent
Learn about the continent of Zealandia through the rocks and stories of the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark
Mural showing underwater scene
A new mural in Chelmer Street, Oamaru shows an ancient underwater scene - an artists impression of what the Oamaru area was like around 35 million years ago....and what lived there....
Easy ways to navigate our resources
With our easy to use website check out our resources
See www.whitestonegeopark.nz
What's on offer for schools this year?
Learn about what's on offer for schools this year.
Lisa wraps up her time with the Geopark
Lisa thinks back on her time with the Geopark.
Self guided tours around the Geopark
Learn about the different tours you can explore - including the new tour at Macraes.
Download the app and chose from a range of tours.
From fossils in a field to a UNESCO Geopark...
The discoveries and people who were there at the beginning of the journey...
Explore the Geopark
Listen here to find out how.
Introducing our new team member
Welcome to our new team member for the summer - learn more here.
Trotters Gorge school trip
Our Geoeducator recently accompanied a school group on a field trip to learn about formation of our landscapes and ancient New Zealand.
Check out our Touring App
Keen to explore the Geopark? Download our Touring App - see https://www.whitestonegeopark.nz/geopark-app
Volcanic education programme
Learn more about this programme offered for primary schools through the Waitaki District.
Conference learnings
Hear about the recent GSNZ conference and takeaways we can learn from.
Touring App and the new Moa Trail
Check out our free Touring App at https://www.whitestonegeopark.nz/geopark-app
Changes for the Geopark
Big changes ahead for the Geopark - a new Chair, a new Manager, a new project....listen here to learn more.
GNS Science visit Palmerston Primary School
GNS Science recently visited Palmerston Primary School to deliver an exciting interactive earth science programme. Learn more here!
Geopark Festival Debrief
What a successful festival last weekend!!! Over 35 activities and events spread across our district to showcase the treasures of the Waitaki. Listen hear to how it all went.
School outreach and Geopark Festival
Learn more about what kind of activities and events are planned for the Geopark Festival 2023 at www.whitestonegeopark.nz
What's going on at the Geopark Festival
Grab a programme today, or download a copy from www.whitestonegeopark.nz
Come and join in the events 27 - 29th October 2023.
The Geopark Festival 2023 programme
Pick up a copy near you - or download from our website www.whitestonegeopark.nz
International Conference in Morocco 2023
A team from Waitaki Whitestone Geopark recently attended the 10th International Conference on UNESCO Global Geoparks 2023. Listen here to learn about our valuable learnings and networking, and what this means for our Geopark.
Geopark Festival 27-29 October 2023 - please note this was previously published with the incorrect date/year
Learn more about this exciting festival - with activities and events throughout the Waitaki District.
Please note this was previously published with the incorrect date/year.
Geopark Festival 27 - 29 October 2023
Learn more about this exciting festival - with activities and events throughout the Waitaki District.
Kaitiaki - what it means
Kaitiaki - guardianship - how we look after our land. Learn more here.
Geology unearthed field trip
We recently held a field trip at Elephant Rocks and Anatini to celebrate Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail 10-year anniversary. Learn about what we did - and check out our short video of the day on our facebook page.
Waitaki Whitestone Geopark and a Geopark in Japan exchange
Students in the Waitaki enjoyed a virtual exchange with students in Japan.
Visiting Geosites
Listen here to learn about one of our Geosites and new interpretation signage that was installed earlier this year.
Otago University Science Communicators projects
Students from the University of Otago's Science Communication Department made their annual visit to the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark. Listen here to learn more about their visit and potential outcomes.
Geology unearthed....
This field trip - running from the Geosites of Elephant Rocks to Anatini is part of the Alps 2 Ocean Trail 10 year anniversary. Numbers are limited. Activity level = moderate to good fitness and mobility. $10 pp. For more information about this field trip and to sign up please see our facebook page or email info@whitestonegeopark.nz
Geopark newsletter
Sign up for our newsletter to find out what we've been doing, and up and coming events.
New education resources
Check out our new look education resources on our website www.whitestonegeopark.nz
Soils and our food
This new education programme that we deliver covers where our food comes from, how soil is formed, what it's made from ...and a couple of experiments.
Explore the Geopark
Pick up a map from Whitestone City in Oamaru or download our touring app and explore the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark.
Geopark Festival - October 2023
Learn more about this festival planned for October 2023 and how you can become involved!
Matariki celebrations
A holiday programme to connect us to our place.
Education programme - soils
This programme is available to primary schools within the Waitaki District.
Celebrations!
We recently hosted a celebration event to announce the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark becoming a UNESCO Global Geopark!
UNESCO decision
The Waitaki Whitestone Geopark becomes part of the UNESCO Global Geopark network. A first for New Zealand!
Alpine Fault public talk
AF8 recently came to the Waitaki to speak to our community about hazards and risks associated with the Alpine Fault. See the recording of this talk here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xcoClgxLPY
Learn about the museums within the Waitaki Whitestone Geopark
The Geopark is home to numerous museums:
Waitaki Museum in Oamaru
Kurow Museum in Kurow
Waihemo Museum in Palmerston
Whitestone City in Oamaru
Vanished World Centre in Duntroon
Kakanui Mineral Breccia plus the up and coming AF8 Roadshow
The AF8 Roadshow will be at the Oamaru Opera House Tuesday 16 May at 5:30pm.
Come along and learn about the potential impacts a large earthquake on the Alpine Fault may have on our district.
See https://af8.org.nz/ for more information.
Aqua van community event
This free community event is being held at Oamaru Intermediate School Thursday 4th May 5 - 7pm.
Come along and learn about our marine environment - past and present!
Vanished World - the beginnings of the Geopark
Vanished World began with the interest and research of staff and students at Otago University.
Today it offers educational insight into the formation of our land and the marine creatures that once lived here.
See Waitaki District Councils school holiday brochure for holiday programmes, visit the Centre, and pick up a free self-guide brochure to visit some of the local sites.
Free printable resources available on our website
Check out www.whitestonegeopark.nz for free printable resources