Our current Life Members are:

John Bickers
Gerrit & Jenny Beker

Otumoetai Pony Club:

In the early 1970's Otumoetai Pony Club was situated at Robins Rd, Judea, Otumoetai.  In the late 1970's the club moved to grounds in Bethlehem, near the Wairoa River.

Purchase of Te Puna Grounds:

In the early 1990's the club purchased land from Mr Parker on Teihana Rd, Te Puna.  This was instigated by John Bickers, Graeme Thompson & John Butt.  We have owned these grounds now for approximately 30 years.  At this time the club name was changed to Otumoetai Te Puna Pony Club to reflect its new location. We also became an incorporated Society at this time.

The Flood and recovery:

In January, 2018 our grounds were flooded when the Wairoa River broke its banks.  This was disatrous for us and much of our fences, equioment and grounds were destroyed. Since 2018 we have been rebuilding the club, raising some paddocks, restocking our equipment, re seeding and refencing.  We have had support from many organisations to acheive this. WBOPDC, Lion Foundation, NZCT and TECT have all been involved.  Our super supporter John Carmicheal has donated many many hours to help redevelop and manage the grounds. Te Puna Farmlands have provided grass seed and much more.