Farm History - we are currently on Phase 3
Phase 1 - Complete
Hope Rising Farm Operational
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Moved all equipment from old location at CYC
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Renovated an existing 18x10m derelict barn into a functional modern stable complex
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Fixed accessways to both sides of the barn
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Transformed an old veggie-patch into a carpark and temporary sand arena area.
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Removed and installed new fencing where required to form suitable paddocks
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Installed multiple new runs of piping and troughs
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Fenced off waterways with temporary electric fencing
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Renovate Half Round barn so it can be used for light engineering projects
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Remove existing power poles and underground cable to Half Round Barn
Phase 2 - Complete
New Arena and Additional Works
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Earthworks to complete new 30mx50m arena (approx.) & round pen
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Complete post and rail fencing around arena
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Extend carpark
Phase 3
Reception and Office PreFab buildings COMMENCING APRIL 2024
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Prepare area for new reception and office buildings as per plan. Build two removable style buildings for reception/office area for staff (6mx3.5m approx).
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Build yards, covered yards, wash bay, hitching rails
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Continue 5wire fencing of wetlands and bush
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Improve existing races drainage and surfaces
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Cut new races where required
How can you help TODAY?
Contact Maria
for details: admin@hoperisingfarm.org.nz
How you can help our farm for programmes
The farm is a working farm for our students to learn work and life skills and we are always in need of materials.
Examples below, please contact Rosie, our Farm Manager/Mentor if you have any of these lying around. Email: rosiecleland@hoperisingfarm.org.nz​
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Fencing
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Poles​
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Tools - pliers, hammers, gate hinges etc.
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Wire
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Staples
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Building
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Cordless Drills​
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Saw
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Gardening
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Gloves​
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Loppers
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Spades
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Thank you for you support.
