Your Directory of Events, Services, Organisations and Information
about the Wairarapa, New Zealand
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2011
June
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| 6 | Tux North Island and New Zealand Sheepdog Trial Championships
The Tux North Island and New Zealand Sheepdog Trial Championships are to be held at the properties of G. & J. Mc Kay and D. & R. Wellbrock, Caves Road, Te Ore Ore, Masterton. Entry Fee: for Each Event - $25.00 Per Dog (Including $1.00 Levy), entries close 2nd May 2011. The first seven dogs in each event in the North Island Championships will contest the New Zealand Championships by competing in the second run. Prizes: A trophy to the value of at lease $400.00 will be awarded to the winners of each Island championship event. A trophy to the value of at least $1000.00 will be awarded to the winners of each New Zealand championship event. For entry details contact NZSDTA Secretary: Julia Tatam, phone 027 2119117 ; email: Click here |
| 8 | "Goodbye Sarajevo" - A Story of Survival in war-torn Bosnia
6.00pm - 7.30pm. An evening with the authors - Atka Reid and Hana Schofield, to be held at Hedley's Bookshop, 150 Queen Street, Masterton from 6pm - 7.30pm Goodbye Sarajevo is a story of survival in war-torn Bosnia - a true story of courage, love and kindness. Tickets $10 and are available from Hedley's or online at: www.hedleysbooks.co.nz For further details please phone (06) 378 2875 Supporting Life Education Trust.
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| 7 | Arthritis New Zealand Clinic 2011
Masterton in the Wairarapa Service Centre. For appointments please ring the Service Centre
Tele: 06 370 8318
Appointments: 9.30 am – 1.30 pm
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| 9 | Wairarapa Suicide Prevention Project
Dealing with work related loss and grief - a workshop for workers. 9am - 4.30pm. Boardroom, DHB Building, Blair street, Masterton. $34.50 (gst included) lunch provided. Organisations can be invoiced. Payment must be recieved prior to the workshop to confirm registration. Registration essential. RSVP: MaryAnne Ashford 946 9828. Registrations close 3rd June 2011.
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| 10 | Music at the Lounge - De Sotos Concert Tour
6.00pm - 10.00pm. The De Sotos "Your Highway For Tonight Album Launch Concert Tour" will stop in to perform at the lounge Wine and Tapas Bar, High Street in Carterton on June 10th. $10pp door sales. For more information phone 06 379 6065 ; email: Click here |
| 10 | Watoto Rescue, Raise, Rebuild
Concert of hope - Choir of orphaned and vulnerable children from Uganda. Free admission - Donations will be taken. 7.00pm Equippers Church, 2 Akura Road, Masterton
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| 11 | "Forever Young" Charity Concert
A charity concert to raise funds for Arbor House Resthome in Greytown will be held at Kuranui College Hall at 7.30pm. Entertainers include Pat McKenna, Stefan Brown, Andy Eldred, Featherston Gentlemen Singers and many more. Cash bar and supper available. Tickets are $25pp and are available from Greytown & Carterton Libraries, Masterton i-SITE - phone 06 3700900 and Martinborough i-SITE - phone 06 306 5010
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| 11 | Single Fin Surf Competition 2011
Inviting all members and prospective members of the Wairarapa Bush Board Riders Club to participate in the Single Fin Surf Competition 2011 to be held at "the Gap" at Castlepoint Beach from 8am. Spot prizes and a BBQ lunch followed by prizegiving. email: Click here |
| 11 | New Rags Market
9.00am - 2.00pm. Just in time for winter, a new monthly market launches in the Masterton Town Hall, corner Chapel & Perry Streets. Art, craft, vintage, clothing, retro, homebaking and more. Showcasing the talents of Wairarapa artisans, foodies and creative types, the market offers "something funky and fresh – a lush market full of local flavour, where people can linger and find something unique, handcrafted, pre-loved or up-cycled." Stall holders include local photographer Catherine Cockram and Cherryblossom – creators of distinctive crafts and jewellery made from vintage kimonos. This is an opportunity for individuals and small-businesses to showcase their talents as well as a chance for lovers of quality and quirky objects to find some real treasures! ; email: Click here |
| 11 | Wairarapa Farmers Market
Wairarapa's Farmers' Market is held every Saturday at the historic Solway Showgrounds in Fleet Street from 8.30am to 12.30pm. Fresh from Wairarapa paddocks to Wairarapa plates with locally produced vegetables, herbs, cheese, free range eggs, flowers, plants, artisan products, olive oil, cider, organic meat and beer, freshly prepared local foods, organic coffees and more. For more information contact John Hart on 021 043 7899 ; email: Click here |
| 12 | Mt Waohine Tramp with Masterton Tramping Club
Starting at 8:00am at Mt Dick (Carterton) and ending at the Mangaterere Road end. For further details contact Barry Paget on 06 378 2817. Average Grade. Cost $10.
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| 12 | “Grupetto Martinborough” – Sunday Morning Bunch Ride
8:45am - 12:00pm. Grupetto Martinborough is a weekly Sunday morning bunch ride meeting at Martinborough Wine Centre at 8.45am for a 9am departure. Duration is 2-3 hours and is a 50 – 70km ride around the roads of South Wairarapa.
All riders and abilities are welcome. This is a social/training ride, with the emphasis on endurance rather than speed. For further details phone 0272 222 772. ; email: Click here |
| 12 | View Manukura, rare white kiwi chick at Pukaha Mt Bruce
Manukura, the rare white kiwi chick hatched 1 May at Pukaha Mt Bruce, is weighed each Sunday at 2pm and is available for viewing by the public.
Also enjoy the takahe talk, eel feeding, kaka feeding and the stunning loop walk while at Pukaha.
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| 14 | Arthritis New Zealand Clinic 2011
For appointments please ring the Carterton Medical Centre
Tele: 06 379 8105
Appointments 9.30 am – 12.30 pm
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| 15 | Kevin Bloody Wilson-Excess All Areas World Tour
Performing Arts - Comedy Events Masterton Town Hall, Masterton, Wairarapa, 8.00pm. R18 Tickets cost $45.99 from tiketek. Australia's naughtiest comedian, Kevin Bloody Wilson, will be visiting 21 centres in New Zealand on his Excess All Areas World Tour. Two and a half hours of side-splitting humour will lift your spirits on a cold winter's night. The best value laugh in town.
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| 15 | Wairarapa Sports Education Trust presents: "Fitzpatrick on Winning"
Join Hedley's Booksellers and Wairarapa Sports Education Trust at a very special lunch where Sean Fitzpatrick will share fascinating insights into key moments that have given him the beliefs and principles that drive him, both on and off the pitch. To be held at Copthorne Solway Park Resort Hotel from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Tickets are $35 which includes lunch and wine and are available from Hedley's or online at: www.hedleysbooks.co.nz
For further details please phone (06) 378 2875
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| 15 | Greater Wellington Community Response Forum - Wairarapa District
The Forum Members have met and agreed that they will hold two meetings in the Wairarapa district to talk to families (who are accessing social services) to hear from them about the way social services are delivered in their area and find out what is important to them. This meeting is planned for 15 June 2011 in Masterton (venue and time to be confirmed) for families living in Carterton and Masterton. The Forum will be sending out invites to families in South Wairarapa shortly inviting them to come along and talk to the Greater Wellington Forum. They will also be sending out invites to NGO's asking them to pass this invite on to their families using their services, as well as extending this invite to NGO's if they wish to attend.
We are hoping to invite as many families as possible so they have an opportunity to influence and shape the Familiy & Community Services Funded Social Services for families in their communities.
If you have any questions or any suggestions for these meetings please feel free to contact me.
Kiriana Porter
Regional Relationship Manager, Central South
Family and Community Services
Ministry of Social Development
Phone: (04) 917 7152
Cell: 029 275 9377 ; email: Click here |
| 16 | Cafe Medici presents "Inside Stories"
"Inside Stories" from the world of food and wine is a series of talks to be held at Cafe Medici in Martinborough over 4 Thursday evenings starting at 7pm. Cafe open at 6pm.
Join your host Nick Arnold for an evening with the experts; first speaker is David Burton, restaurant reviewer for the Dominion Post.
Entry cost is $20 which includes Nick's famous pork belly and other gourmet treats before and after the talks plus a glass of mulled wine when you arrive.
Places are limited so book now at Cafe Medici on 06 306 9965.
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| 17 | Monster Book Sale
A monster book sale is to be held at the Martinborough Town Hall on Friday 17th of June at 7pm, Saturday 18th of June from 10am to 4pm and Sunday 19th of June from 10am to 3pm.
Childrens and adult books, jigsaw puzzles , DVDs and more will be on offer. Donations can be left at Martinborough Library, Pain & Kershaw Ltd, Martinborough Transport Ltd and BNZ in Martinborough.
For more information contact Sherryl Howie on (06) 306 9987
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| 17 | Kia Maia - Careers Expo
Come talk to us: Agriculture, Business, Education, Science, Health, Social Services, Creative Arts, and more! Suitable for Rangatahi and the Whanau. Palmerston North, Ucol Atrium. 10am - 2pm. For more information: Hayley Bell 027 664 3969 ; email: Click here |
| 17 | Wairarapa Smokefreerockquest 2011
8.00pm, Masterton Town Hall, Masterton. With full lighting, sound system and a mosh-pit packed with fans, it's an experience that inspires the young artists, raises the level of performance and gives peers and parents a great insight into the aspirational values of music careers. Smokefreerockquest is New Zealand’s only nationwide, live, original music, youth event. Now well into its third decade, it reaches audience numbers in excess of 24,000 every year. Tickets available from Vinyl Heaven or at the door.
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| 19 | Tramp to Pinnacle Ridge with Masterton Tramping Club
7:00am - 1:00pm. Take a walk to Pinnacle Ridge with Paul Carson from the Masterton Tramping Club. Walk along the ridge, possibly back via the Atiwhakatu Hut.
This walk is graded average so moderate fitness required as well as suitable footwear! For more information contact Paul on 06 377 7670
Cost $5 per person
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| 19 | Greytown Music Group Programme 2011 - Guitar Quartet
Guitar Quartet - Owen Moriarty, Chris Hill, Jane Curry and Cheryl Rice Watterson will perform Lotus Eaters, Brandenburg Concerto No 6, Carmen Suite, Celtic Fare, Capriol Suite, The Storm and Capriccio Espagnol.
To be performed at 57 Wood Street in Greytown at 4pm. $20 adults, $10 children.
Bookings essential - phone 06 304 9025 (business hours) or 06 304 9497 (Ed and Juliet Cooke, evenings). ; email: Click here |
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| 22 | Wairarapa Storytellers
We invite you to a night of fun, fellowship, spicy warm drinks and supper
to celebrate the return of the light at their Matariki/Winter Solstice Storytelling.
Hear the tellers' stories, tell your own.
Wednesday 22nd June at 7.30pm
At the Masterton Trust Lands Trust Education Centre
22 Dixon Street (opposite Queen Elizabeth Park) Masterton
All this for only $5
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| 23 | A Taste of Italy
Every Thursday night in June, enjoy a celebration of Italian Food at Tirohana Estate, Martinborough. Dinner orders from 6pm to 8pm. The vineyard restaurant is transformed into a trattoria with the log fire burning to keep away those winter chills. Sit back and savour the traditional fare including favourites such as spaghetti and meatballs and tiramisu or more contemporary choices such as balsamic and herb glazed rib eye steak and caramelised pear panna cotta. All that's missing is the Leaning Tower of Pisa - Mama Mia, a mini holiday without even leaving the Wairarapa! Bookings essential. Please phone 06 306 9933. email: Click here |
| 23 | Off the Wall Art Sale
Off the Wall aims to bring together an eclectic range of work from artists working in the Wairarapa and the surrounding regions. There will be a range of work to suit any taste or price including paintings, photography, printmaking, light relief and mixed media works.
All commission from the sale of art works will be donated by the artists to the Red Cross Christchurch Earthquake Appeal. Tickets $2. ; email: Click here |
| 24 | The Twice As Irie Tour - Sons of Zion & Tomorrow People
8.30pm - 12.00pm. Horse and Hound, 20 Jackson Street, Masterton. Door sales: $25.00. Sons of Zion (Akld) and Tomorrow People (Wgtn) will be on tour late June to promote music from their upcoming albums.
Sons of Zion and Tomorrow People are two bands who bear the flags for the next wave of reggae bands in New Zealand. Hailing from opposite ends of the North Island, each band brings their unique style of reggae music to the stage.
While Sons of Zion create a fusion of reggae, R&B and rock, Tomorrow People’s strong ethnic roots bring about a sound they label as ‘sunshine reggae’. With both bands returning from successful individual campaigns in Australia, this tour marks the first time that they will ‘jam’ together. Their material is both original and entertaining and they will be exclusively previewing material from their upcoming albums. It is a show not to be missed!
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| 25 | Alban Arthan - Winter Solstice at Stonehenge Aotearoa
The Members of the Grove of the Summer Stars and Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids, invite you to attend and participate in the most ancient Druid ritual of Alban Arthan – the Winter Solstice – within the stones of Stonehenge Aotearoa.
The ceremony will commence at 4:30pm, shortly before sundown. Please arrive and check in no later than 4:10pm. Weather permitting you will observe the sunset over the winter solstice heel stone. As the ceremony continues, the stars appear and candles are lit from the Druidic fire.
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| 25 | John Rowles - The Final Bow Farewell Tour - "Now is the Hour"
For 45 years New Zealand has watched the ‘Kawerau Kid’ John Rowles scale the highs and lows of the global music industry. Now in his 65th year Rowles has decided to go out on top in true show biz fashion with one final tour of New Zealand theatres in his farewell tour, entitled ‘Now is the hour’.
The farewell tour will take in over 20 New Zealand cities and towns over the remainder of 2011 before heading overseas.
The show is to be held at the Masterton Town Hall, cnr Chapel & Perry Streets from 7.30pm to 10pm.
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| 25 | Wairarapa Green Dollar Market/Garage Sale
A typical country market featuring plants and produce, knitwear and clothing, crafts and food,pre-loved items and jewelery etc. Everyone welcome. Between 9:30 and 12:30, St James Church Hall Masterton. For more details or to book a stall please ring Keith Sawyer on 06 3770717
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| 25 | “OPEN DAY at CARTERTON EVENTS CENTRE"
10:00am - 2:00pm. This Saturday, the public is invited to a sneak preview of Wairarapa’s newest multi-purpose community centre - opening in October this year.
Guided site tours - wet or fine.
See for yourself how this stunning venue is shaping up. It will be available to host performing arts, youth events, conferences, meetings (large and small), exhibitions, social events and much more.
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| 25 | Band Night at 'The Spot'
8.00pm - 12.00pm. Special guest performers from Mastertons youth and also food and drinks! The Spot, 365 Queen street Masterton.
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| 26 | Tranz Scenic Explore By Rail - Tui Brewery Day Excursion
From the minute you climb aboard your experience begins. Travel in comfort on board the stylish Silver Fern with your hosts the Tui Brewery Girls. Leaving Wellington at 7.55am, returning at 6.38pm.
Check Tranzscenic's website for other departure times.
The girls from Tui Brewery, along with Tui's good friends from Tranzscenic have created an experience that begins the minute you climb aboard. This trip takes you from Wellington up the scenic Kapiti Coast to Palmerston North and through the stunning gorge to Tui HQ.
Tour Includes:
•Return travel on the Silver Fern to Mangatainoka
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| 26 | "Kia Haka - Go For It": Concert Fundraiser for Christchurch & Japan
Kia Haka - Go for it concert to raise funds for support relief efforts in Christchurch and Japan will be held at Featherston's ANZAC Hall, 62 Bell Street in Featherston at 2pm.
Entry by donation at the door. Professional and quality amateur acts, singers, instrumentals and much more including Samoan cultural group & Japanese chorus group, jazz, classical and Japanese songs. Kindly supported by the Embassy of Japan.
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| 26 | Tunes under the Tui tower
5 hours of relaxed tunes with members of the Wairarapa Folk Club while enjoying your tasty lunch in the garden bar under the Tui Tower, SH2, Mangatainoka from 11.30am to 4pm. As always, the Tui Brewery girls will take time out of their busy schedule to be there and ensure you have a great day.
Book this date in now! For more information phone Jenny on (06) 376 0815. email: Click here |
| 26 | Winter Solstice Fair
The Winter Solstice Fair is on at the Clareville Stadium, SH2 north of Carterton from 9am - 4pm.
Featuring a wide range of stalls with craft, produce and food.
Also children's entertainment and terrier racing at 10:30am & 2pm.
For further information, please contact Ray Beale 06 3798124. email: Click here |
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| 28 | Baby Pops - "Once Upon a Time"
A special concert for ages 2 – 6 years
Kevin Keys – presenter
Marc Taddei - conductor
Featuring: Murray the Musical Bear
The Sugar Plum Fairy
The young audience for Vector Wellington's "Baby Pops: Once Upon A Time" will love the magic of storytelling as they take part in an adventure of symphonic proportions.
This year’s Baby Pops features an original piece for orchestra and narrator based on the beloved New Zealand legend, Maui’s Fishhook. Created by orchestral education pioneer Thomas Goss, the story will take the whole audience on a musical voyage with plenty of scope for audience participation. Everyone can help to paddle Maui’s canoe out to sea, or join maestro Marc Taddei in conducting the orchestra!
Presenter Kevin Keys tells the story of Maui’s Fishhook with drama, humour and a touch of magic. He’ll also lead listeners on an “orchestra hunt”. They’ll discover the twittering winds, blaring brass, swooping strings, and booming percussion, then sing along with well-known tunes like The Bear Went Over The Mountain and Tutira Mai. Special guests Murray the Musical Bear and the Sugar Plum Fairy join Kevin and the orchestra in bringing classics like Grieg’s Hall of the Mountain King and Beethoven’s Eroica to life. Masterton Town Hall 10.15am
Tickets from Ticketek: Tel 0800 842 538
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| 29 | The National Bank Young Farmer Contest Grand Final 2011
The National Bank Young Farmer Contest Grand Final is to be held in Masterton from June 29 to July 2. This competition will bring together seven regional winners from throughout New Zealand and includes practical farming tasks - great for spectators and supporters, theoretical tests and interviews, an evening of informative and entertaining speeches from the contestants, culminating in the grand final quiz evening, followed by the grand ball.
Wednesday 29th June - Official Opening at Masterton Town Hall from 12.30pm.
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| 30 | A Taste of Italy
Every Thursday night in June, enjoy a celebration of Italian Food at Tirohana Estate, Martinborough. Dinner orders from 6pm to 8pm. The vineyard restaurant is transformed into a trattoria with the log fire burning to keep away those winter chills. Sit back and savour the traditional fare including favourites such as spaghetti and meatballs and tiramisu or more contemporary choices such as balsamic and herb glazed rib eye steak and caramelised pear panna cotta. All that's missing is the Leaning Tower of Pisa - Mama Mia, a mini holiday without even leaving the Wairarapa! Bookings essential. Please phone 06 306 9933. email: Click here |
| 30 | Safekids Workshop
Practitioners interested in child safety and child injury prevention.
A free Workshop coming to your region, brought to you by SafeKids New Zealand: http://www.safekids.org.nz/
Date: Thursday 30th June 2011
Time: 09.30am – 1.30pm
(Includes light lunch provided)
Venue: WINZ
Community Link Room
Lincoln Road
Masterton
Registration is free. Register early as places are limited.
Workshop Aims
Receive the latest injury data and safety messages
Network with a multi-sector group
Gain tools, templates and new resources to help build skills for your safe kids network and projects
Workshop Modules
What’s New – Safekids Presentation
Driveway Run-over Prevention
Plus
Update on 2010-2011 -Safekids Campaign on Child Vehicle Passenger Safety and Burns Prevention
Activities – past and present
Resources
Planning Session -Collaborative Planning for local projects. ph 06 370 0115, by the latest Monday 20th June 2011.
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| 2 | Wairarapa Farmers' Market
Wairarapa's Farmers' Market is held every Saturday at the historic Solway Showgrounds in Fleet Street from 8.30am to 12.30pm. Fresh from Wairarapa paddocks to Wairarapa plates with locally produced vegetables, herbs, cheese, free range eggs, flowers, plants, artisan products, olive oil, cider, organic meat and beer, freshly prepared local foods, organic coffees and more. For more information contact John Hart on 021 043 7899 email: Click here |
| 2 | American Independence Day Party!
Celebrate American Independence Day with plenty of food, music, dancing and red, white and blue. “The dance floor was really hopping at last year's party,” says Marcus Darley host of the Tin Hut. “This event has become the Wairarapa's best loved mid-winter party.” The theme for this year's event is Americana and you can always count on a festive venue. Live music starts at 7:30pm $5 per person tickets purchased in advance at the Tin Ht or $10 per person at the door. Bring an item for the food bank to get $1 off first drink. f you’d like more information about this event please contact Marcus Darley at 06 308 9697 email: Click here |
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July
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| 5 | Arthritis New Zealand Clinic 2011
For appointments please ring the Featherston Community Centre
Tele: 06 308 8239
Appointments 9 am – 12.30 pm
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| 6 | Cross Creek Blues Club Music
Cross Creek Blues Club Meeting. Laid-back blues with guest artists each month held on the 1st Wednesday each month at The Tin Hut, SH2, Tauherenikau from 7.15pm. Dinner from 5.00pm. Authentic blues at its best. $2 for members, $5 non-members. ; email: Click here |
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| 15 | Art Exhibition
Contemporary Abstract works by Wairarapa artist Nicki Stewart. Until October 2011, Brackenridge Spa, Martinborough.
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| 22 | Vector Wellington Orchestra - "Unfinished Symphonies"
Unfinished Symphonies presented by Vector Wellington Orchestra, conductor Marc Taddei, will be performed at Masterton Town Hall, corner Chapel & Perry Streets at 7.30pm. Schubert's Eight Symphony, the "Unfinished" is a gem of romantic music, balancing its stormy episodes with moments of joy and affection. Mozart's Piano Concerto No 24 also ventures towards romanticism with its dramatic minor-keythemes. Pianist Diedre Irons is joined by Margaret Medlyn for Mozart's dramatic concert aria "Ch'io mi scordi di te?" Free pre-concert talk one hour prior to the performance. Prices: Adult $29, children (15 and under) $10, student with ID $10, Senior (65+ gold card holder) $23. Tickets from Ticketek, local outlet, Vinyl Heaven, 245 Queen Street in Masterton - phone (06) 378 6688 A transaction fee from $8.00 applies for this event.
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| 24 | Greytown Music Group Programme 2011 - Richard Mapp & Paul Mitchell
Richard Mapp on piano and Paul Mitchell on cello will perform music from Martinu, Bloch, Debussy and Ginastera. To be performed at 57 Wood Street in Greytown at 4pm. $20 adults, $10 children. Bookings essential - phone 06 304 9025 (business hours) or 06 304 9497 (Ed and Juliet Cooke, evenings). ; email: Click here |
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| 26 - 27 | Free School Holiday Programme
Year 1 to Year 8
Tuesday 26 July 10.00am to 1.00pm
Wednesday 27 July 10.00am to 1.00pm
Sports Programme: includes ripper rugby, end ball, 2 ball soccer, netball, indoor cricket.
Venue 1: Masterton Indoor Sports Centre, corner of Papawai Pl and Ngaumutawa Rd, Masterton.
Venue 2: Pioneer Rugby Grounds, Colombo Road, Masterton. Wet weather venue: Lakeview School.
Venue 3: South Park, High St Masterton. Wet weather venue: Hadlow School.
Alternative Lifestyle Programme: includes cooking, health and craft.
Venue 4: Wairarapa Community Centre,
170 Dixon Street Masterton.
Lunch provided at all venues. Children must have warm clothing, sports shoes and a drink bottle.
Registrations open 1 July and close 12 July 4.00pm. Register at Masterton Safe and Healthy Community Council, Reap House,
340 Queen Street, Masterton.
Numbers are limited.
FREE entry to Indoor Pools, Genesis Recreation Centre on
Thursday 21 July 1.00pm to 4.00pm
Thursday 28 July 1.00pm to 4.00pm.
Entry to the pools limited to first 250.
Enquiries can be made to MSHCC Phone 3788900
Reap House, 340 Queen Street, Masterton
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| 28 | Wairarapa Storytellers
Education Centre, 22 Dixon Street, Masterton (Opposite QE 11 Park)
Thursday 28th July 2.30 to 3.15pm
$5.00 per family or $2 each
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| 29 | Operatunity presents - "Young Artists Showcase"
The Operatunity Daytime Concert Series provide quality, fun, concerts in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere with the chance to meet with singers at lunch afterwards. Operatunity features professional singers and musicians in eight specially themed concerts resulting in over 200 concerts per year. Concerts commence at 11am and are ideal for people who prefer to go out during the day rather than at night. The performance at Masterton Town Hall showcases the best of New Zealand's young artists, both familiar and new gems, performing in an exciting cabaret styled extravaganza of choreographed and costumed song and dance. Concert starts at 11am. Tickets from $24pp and include lunch with the artists. Group concessions available. Bookings essential - call toll free on 0508 266 237 ; email: Click here |
| 29 | Jazz at the Tin Hut
Friday Jazz Session is held twice monthly at the home of the blues - the Tin Hut Hotel, SH 2 Tauherenikau near Featherston. This week the Tin Hut features “The Troubles”. The Troubles are Lucien Johnson (sax), John Rae (drums), Patrick Bleakley (bass). They play John and Lucien's own compositions, jazz standards, and improvisations.
Come and enjoy a great night of Jazz.
Cover charge applies, $5 or $2 for card carrying Cross Creek Blues Club members. ; email: Click here |
| 30 | Children's Picture Book Workshop for Adults
10:00am – 4:00pm at Masterton Art Club, 12 Victoria Street, Masterton. Have you ever wanted to write or illustrate a children's picture book? Ali Foster (author) and Viv Walker (illustrator) are co-running an 'Introduction to the Children's Picture Book' weekend workshop. The workshop, running for the fifth time, is a highly popular, hands-on and comprehensive course.
Find out about the recipe for a good children's story, story grammar, characterisation, storyboard, the publishing process and plenty more. All materials supplied. Places limited. Suitable for beginners - no art training needed. ; email: Click here |
| 30 | Music @ the Lounge
Lenny T will perform at the Lounge, Wine and Tapas Bar, High Street North, Carterton from 7.30pm on Saturday night and Nick Wilsden from 6pm on Sunday evening. For more information phone (06) 379 6065 ; email: Click here |
| 31 | Tranz Scenic Explore By Rail - Tui Brewery Day Excursion
From the minute you climb aboard your experience begins. Travel in comfort on board the stylish Silver Fern with your hosts the Tui Brewery Girls. Leaving Wellington at 7.55am, returning at 6.38pm.
Check Tranzscenic's website for other departure times.
The girls from Tui Brewery, along with Tui's good friends from Tranzscenic have created an experience that begins the minute you climb aboard. This trip takes you from Wellington up the scenic Kapiti Coast to Palmerston North and through the stunning gorge to Tui HQ.
Tour Includes:
•Return travel on the Silver Fern to Mangatainoka
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| 31 | Craft Country - "Winter Workshop Series"
Craft Country - Wairarapa's contemporary craft shop presents their Winter workshop series - check out the website to register or for details on workshopsor drop into the Craft Country shop.
Dates: 31st July, 28th August 2011.
Each workshop is $15 per person. An information sheet will be supplied once you’ve registered and paid in full.
All workshops will be held in the workshop space at the back of the Craft Country shop (44 Fitzherbert Street, Featherston)
All materials supplied unless otherwise stated in the information provided.
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| 31 | Tunes under the Tui tower
5 hours of relaxed tunes with members of the Wairarapa Folk Club while enjoying your tasty lunch in the garden bar under the Tui Tower, SH2, Mangatainoka from 11.30am to 4pm. As always, the Tui Brewery girls will take time out of their busy schedule to be there and ensure you have a great day.
Book this date in now! For more information phone Jenny on (06) 376 0815 ; email: Click here |
| 31 | Wairarapa and Ruahine Aero Club Open Day
If you are interested in flying or haven't flown for a number of years but would like to again, then the Wairarapa and Ruahine Aero Club invites you to their open day to be held at 12 noon at South Road, Masterton. Sausage sizzle on offer on arrival. Enter a draw to be 1 of 15 to win a trial flight in the new RANZ aircraft. Grand Prize - 1 of these 15 winners will be chosen for scholarship training to become a solo pilot!
For more information contact Doug Yarrall on (06) 377 7614 or 021 988 542 ; email: Click here |
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| 1 | "Winter - the party season"
Now showing at the Pointon Collection of Cars & Costume is "Winter - the party season". Original gowns & dresses from the 1950s, 60s & 70s as worn for cocktails, balls, 21sts, weddings and dinner parties. Plus a special display of "Dying Breeds" - fashionable women wore furs; fox, rabbit, ermine, mink etc plus snake and crocodile skin shoes and handbags. Open daily from 10am to 4pm, McKinstry Road, Te Ore Ore, Masterton.
Adults : $6 per head – discounted to $5 for booked groups of 20 or more. Children $2.00
For more information phone Gaye on (06) 378 6710
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| 2 | Wairarapa REAP - New Zealand Sign Language Workshop - Pahiatua
10 week course of 2 hour sessions at level ‘Beginners 1a’
Starting Tuesday 2nd August 2011
Finishing Tuesday 4th October 2011
Total course cost: $10.00 per person
Each class is limited to 15 people
Venue: Heartland Services, 102 Main Street, Pahiatua
Class time either:
1) 4.00pm - 6.00pm or 2) 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Enrollment with course payment confirms your class, first in first serve basis.
To enroll: bring your course payment and enrollment form to
Heartland Services, 102 Main Street, Pahiatua
by Wednesday 27th July and give to Talitha or Natalie at the front desk.
Confirmation of courses going ahead will be by a phone call or email on
Thursday 28th or Friday 29th July 2011
For further inquiries please contact Shirley Jones (06) 379 8474
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| 3 | Cross Creek Blues Club Music
Cross Creek Blues Club Meeting. Laid-back blues held on the 1st Wednesday each month at The Tin Hut, SH2, Tauherenikau from 7.15pm. Dinner from 5.00pm. Members night tonight - 100% Wairarapa talent! Authentic blues at its best.
$2 for members, $5 non-members. ; email: Click here |
| 5 | Wellington on a Plate at Gladstone Vineyard
Gladstone Vineyard Cafe is part of Dine Wellington 2011. Running between 5 and 21 August 2011, we will be offering a tasty set menu deal for lunch.You will be able to choose any two courses from the set menu with a glass of our wine for only $35.During Wellington on a Plate, we are looking forward to hosting Neil Catherall, Master Distiller of the wonderful Lighthouse Gin. Neil will do a tasting and explain the botanicals that go into this world beating Wairarapa gin.
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| 5-21 | Visa Wellington On a Plate 2011
New Zealand’s premier culinary festival, Visa Wellington On a Plate, is set to serve its third course of good times and great deals. Get your knives and forks out from August 5-21 for a feast of experiences to please every palate and every budget.
The festival centrepiece is DINE Wellington, a fortnight where over 100 of the region's finest eateries offer lunchtime set menus and delectable dinner offers to tempt your taste buds and your wallet. This year will also see the return of 2010’s popular ‘battle of the burger’, Burger Wellington, and an exciting range of some 80 tasty events.
The 2011 festival programme, along with online ticket sales, will launch on Wednesday 15 June. So get ready to fill your plate with everything the Wellington region has to offer - and be sure to head back for seconds!
Date: Friday 5– Sunday 21 August 2011
Time: Various
Venue: Various
Cost: From $0-$400
Bookings: Direct with participating restaurants, some event bookings can be made online ; email: Click here |
| 6 | Visa Wellington on a Plate - Parehua Invitational Hummus Festival
4pm - 7pm. Step up to the chickpea plate! With Martinborough chickpeas and olive oil, how can you go wrong? Pit yourself against well-known food personalities in a quick-fire hummus cook-off. All participants judge and perform. Martinborough wine will be poured and a light supper will complete the festival. To be held at Parehua Country Estate, 52 New York Street in Martinborough at 4pm. Price $75pp and to book phone 06 306 8405. Book this event online at: www.VisaWellingtonOnaPlate.com
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| 6 | "Jam for Lincoln" - Music Support for Cancer Kids
6pm - 9pm. Wairarapa musicians are banding together to stage a charity concert on August 6th to raise funds for children who have cancer in the Wairarapa. Jam for Lincoln came about after local musician Michael McDonald learnt of his friend's son Lincoln, aged four, who had recently been diagnosed with leukaemia. He contacted other musicians and with an overwhelming response is now able to put on a great concert. Participating musicians include Warren Maxwell, Skaper, Rainbow Country, Deaf Lemon, Sneaky Roots, Masterhuna, Ninja Monkey and Wicked Minx. There will be $8000 worth of prizes to be raffled off. Copthorne Resort Solway Park is providing the venue and bar. Tickets are $15 per adult, $2 per child under 10 and can be purchased from Stihl Shop Masterton, Masterton Music Works, The Sanctuary, The Vault, Wairarapa News, Vinyl Heaven or at the door on the night (kids pay at door). To start from 6pm.
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| 6 | Visa Wellington on a Plate - "Racy Roti, Saucy Potato"
11am - 2pm. Learn how to use extra virgin olive oils to make great roti in the Lot Eight kitchen, 8/239 Lake Ferry Road, Martinborough at 11am. Then understand the role of spices in Indian cooking by helping cook a saucy potato curry and make Indian salads. Settle down to a sumptuous lunch, taste the new 2011 olive oils and hear about the olive oil making process. Price is $60pp and to book phone 06 306 9988. Book this event online at: www.VisaWellingtonOnaPlate.com ; email: Click here |
| 6-7 | ITM Tumu 2011 Wairarapa Home Food & Garden Show
10:00am–4:00pm at Genesis Recreation Centre, Dixon Street, Masterton. General admission: $2.00. Wairarapa Certified Builders welcome you to The ITM Tumu 2011 Wairarapa For the past seven years the Wairarapa Home and Garden Show has been a pivotal event if you wanted to know or do anything around the house. Now the show has just got bigger and better with the addition of food on the line up. The show is to take place from 6 - 7 August 2011 at the Genesis Energy Recreation Centre (Next to the Swimming Pool) and is proudly our tremendous sponsors ITM Tumu, Media Works (More FM, The Breeze, Solid Gold, The Rock, Live Sport, Radio Live) and the Wairarapa Times Age.
For more information contact Mark Harris on 06 377 0255 email: Click here |
| 6-7 | WBS Model Train Show
The Wairarapa Building Society Model Train Show will be held over two days at the Masterton Town Hall from 10am to 4pm. Model railways & trains of all shapes and sizes on display and there will be stalls selling a wide variety of model railway products. Also raffles to purchase. Entry fee: Adults $5, children $2, family $12. For more information phone 06 308 9369
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| 6 | Heartland Championship: Wairarapa-Bush v Thames Valley
2:30pm at Trust House Memorial Park, Dixon St, Masterton. The Heartland Championship, New Zealand's amateur domestic rugby competition, is a grassroots rugby tournament featuring 12 provincial teams throughout New Zealand.
New Zealanders support their local rugby teams with an intense parochial pride. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Heartland Championship. No matter which side you're backing or who's winning, you can't help but be swept up by the adrenalin and passion that fills the atmosphere, fuelled by players and supporters alike.
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| 7 | Visa Wellington on a Plate - Matahiwi Estate 'Winemaker for a Day"
An introductory wine-making tutorial by award-winning winemaker Jane Cooper. Enjoy samples of Matahiwi Estate Pinot Noir and blend to produce your own unique bottle of Wairarapa pinot noir. Then chef Kent Baddeley from Parehua Country Estate will delight you with an exquisite lunch matched with delectable Matahiwi wines. To be held at Matahiwi Estate Winery, 286 Paierau Road in Masterton from 12pm to 4pm. Cost is $120pp and to book phone 06 370 1000. Book this event online at: www.VisaWellingtonOnaPlate.com
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| 7 | BAND SPECTACULAR - Central Band of the RNZAF
The 65 members of the Central Band of the Royal New Zealand Air Force will perform a spectacular concert for all ages at the Rathkeale College Auditorium in Masterton at 2.00pm on Sunday 7th August. Conducted by Squadron Leader Owen Clarke the concert will feature vocalist Stephanie Paris. The performance by New Zealand’s largest professional symphonic band will be jam-packed with “something for everyone”. It will be a spectacular occasion with fanfare trumpets, bagpipes, guest vocalists and solo performers, as well as the band’s brass, saxophones, woodwind and drummers. The music performed will range from the classics and traditional to jazz and modern hits, from Bach to Lloyd Weber with a bit of “Glee” thrown in. Audience feedback at concerts include comments such as “a magical afternoon’s entertainment” and “my children were transfixed by the musical and visual variety of the band”. The concert will also pay a tribute to those who have served in the military. “The tradition of a military band can evoke memories and remembrances for past servicemen and women, and their families” said the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s Director of Music, Squadron Leader Owen Clarke. “Prices have been kept low to make the concert affordable for all ages”. Tickets are only: Adults $15, Children/students $5 available on the door only.
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| 9 | "Oranges at Halftime" - Masterton
This relationship between rugby and Kiwi culture is explored in a fabulous touring exhibition, Oranges at Halftime, visiting towns throughout New Zealand during Rugby World Cup 2011.
Focusing on the period of our history since 1950, Oranges at Halftime celebrates the dads who coached kids from their first games through First XV and Junior As and the mums who selflessly served pies and Fanta in the club rooms and washed muddy shorts so they were pristine white with Sunlight soap.
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| 9 | Wairarapa REAP - Red Cross First Aid Revalidation
Is your current Comprehensive First Aid Certificate coming up to be 2 years old?
To keep it current you are invited to attend the up and coming 6-hour revalidation course.
To be held at Heartlands Service Centre, 102 Main Street, Pahiatua
On Tuesday 9th August 2011. 9.00am to 3.30pm
Cost is $79.00 per person (payment secures your place) Enrolment form available from Shirley Jones, phone 0272 227693 with your name, address and phone number
OR call into Heartland Services, Pahiatua and ask for Talitha or Natalie
Spaces are limited; enrolment and payment must be made by Tuesday 2nd August.
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| 12 | Visa Welllington On a Plate - "Vegetarian, Organic and Biodynamic Degustation"
Bar Salute owner and chef Travis Clive-Griffin, brings you six complex courses of total vegetarianism as you've never seen it before, along with some little surprises! Prepare to be wowed by Travis’ innovative and sophisticated menu, matched with biodynamic and organic Urlar Wines to create a truly memorable event. To be held at Bar Salute, 83 Main Street, Greytown at 7pm. Price $98pp and to book phone 06 304 9825. Book this event online at: www.VisaWellingtonOnaPlate.com
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| 13 | Visa Wellington on a Plate - "Wairarapa Hands on Food & Wine Class"
Enjoy a hands-on class with some of Martinborough’s top food professionals and a delicious three-course lunch matched with exquisite Dry River wines. In a group of just ten participants, you’ll experience the art of spice blending with chef Travis Clive-Griffin of Bar Salute. Then create your own extra virgin olive oil blend with Helen Meehan of Olivo. Roger Simpson from Schoc Chocolates will provide insights into chocolate-making. Each lunch course will incorporate ideas and flavours from the day and Dry River assistant winemaker Poppy Hammond will present matched wines. To be held at the home of Olivo owners Helen and John Meehan, 136 Hinakura Road, RD4, Martinborough from 10am to 4pm. Also to be held on Friday 19th August 2011. Price $249pp. To book phone 04 801 9198. Book this event online at: www.VisaWellingtonOnaPlate.com
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| 17 | Autism 4 Life
INVITE YOU TO JOIN US FOR A COFFEE/TEA AND A CHAT.
WHERE: Salvation Army-Blue House
210 High St South, Carterton
TIME: 7pm – 9pm (Gold Coin Donation)
WE ARE FORMING THIS NEW SUPPORT GROUP TO ENCOURAGE FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS, SUPPORT PERSONS AND INTERESTED PEOPLE WHO ARE SEEKING SUPPORT, ADVOCACY, INFORMATION OR JUST TO BE HEARD, TO COME ALONG AND MEET OTHERS WHO CAN SHARE COMMON EXPERIENCES AND OFFER INSIGHT.
For more information you can contact:
Wendy M on 02102965043 - Wendy R on 0272463632
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| 19 | Visa Wellington on a Plate - "Wairarapa Hands on Food & Wine Class"
Enjoy a hands-on class with some of Martinborough’s top food professionals and a delicious three-course lunch matched with exquisite Dry River wines. In a group of just ten participants, you’ll experience the art of spice blending with chef Travis Clive-Griffin of Bar Salute. Then create your own extra virgin olive oil blend with Helen Meehan of Olivo. Roger Simpson from Schoc Chocolates will provide insights into chocolate-making. Each lunch course will incorporate ideas and flavours from the day and Dry River assistant winemaker Poppy Hammond will present matched wines. To be held at the home of Olivo owners Helen and John Meehan, 136 Hinakura Road, RD4, Martinborough from 10am to 4pm. Price $249pp. To book phone 04 801 9198. Book this event online at: www.VisaWellingtonOnaPlate.com
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| 19 | "Jazz in Martinborough"
The Martinborough Jazz Festival is to be held over 3 days in South Wairarapa from Friday 19th of August to Sunday 21st of August 2011. On Friday at 11am, La Petite Manouche will perform at Medici Cafe in Kitchener Street, Martinborough and Nocturne will play at the Village Cafe in Martinborough. 7pm - High Street Collective play at the White Swan in Greytown and La Petite Manouche play at The Tin Hut Hotel, State Highway 2, Tauherenikau near Featherston. At 7.30pm High Street Collective will perform at the Pukemanu Tavern, Martinborough, Nick Dow (pianist) at Apache Jacks (from 6pm) and at 8.30pm Nocturne perform at Peppers Martinborough Hotel. Free entry or koha donation for the Christchurch Jazz School Trust. For more details contact: Ian Cresswell, Chair MTH committee, phone 06 306 9893 or 0272 347 177.
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| 20 | "Jazz in Martinborough Festival- Dixie Street Jazz Band"
Dixie Street Jazz Band, a traditional 7 piece band from Melbourne, Australia will be playing at Martinborough Town Hall on Saturday night at 7.30pm as part of the Jazz in Martinborough Festival which is to be held over 3 days. Tickets are $25* pre-sold or $35 at the door. Ticket price includes light refreshments, wine and beer available for purchase. Disc sales. Fundraising will also take place for the Christchurch Earthquake appeal.* Pre-sold ticket buyers will be given the option of making a $10 donation to the Christchurch Jazz School Trust. For more details contact: Ian Cresswell, Chair MTH committee, phone 06 306 9893 or 0272347177. www.jazzinmartinborough.co.nz
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| 20 | Heartland Championship: Wairarapa-Bush v Buller
2:30pm at Trust House Memorial Park, Dixon St, Masterton. The Heartland Championship, New Zealand's amateur domestic rugby competition, is a grassroots rugby tournament featuring 12 provincial teams throughout New Zealand.
New Zealanders support their local rugby teams with an intense parochial pride. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Heartland Championship. No matter which side you're backing or who's winning, you can't help but be swept up by the adrenalin and passion that fills the atmosphere, fuelled by players and supporters alike.
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| 21 | Long Lazy Lunch with Hannah McGrail
Wind down this winter and enjoy a leisurely afternoon of top notch food, award-winning wine and live music at the Gladstone Vineyard Wine Garden and Cafe. Bookings are essential - please phone (06) 379 8563 ; email: Click here |
| 21 | Greytown Music Group Presents Aroha Sextet
Aroha Sextet - Haihong Liu, Beiyi Xue (violin), Lyndon Taylor, Zhongxian Jin (viola), Robert Ibell, Rowan Prior (cello) will perform music from Brahms, Erwin Schulhoff and Dvork at Greytown Little Theatre at 4pm. $20 adults, $10 children. Bookings essential - phone 06 304 9025 (business hours) or 06 379 6510 (evenings). ; email: Click here |
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| 22 | Wairarapa REAP - Getting More Savvy with your Computer
Starting Monday 22nd August 2011
Finishing Monday 17th October 2011 (9 weeks)
4.00pm - 6.00pm
Pongaroa School Computer Suite
$40.00 per person
Tutor: Lars Szabo
To confirm your place please enroll with Fayln at
Pongaroa School (06) 376 2703 or pop in to the school.
Spaces are limited, enrollment and payment confirms your place Enrollments close Wednesday 16th August 2011
Thank You to Pongaroa School for their support of this programme
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| 26 | Wairarapa Wedding Expo
A boutique showcase of Wairarapa's wedding specialists. Enjoy relaxed one-on-one time with the professionals who specialise in Wairarapa weddings. Fantastic range of exhibitors offering prizes, discounts, tastings and more. To be held at the Copthorne Resort Solway Park Hotel, High Street, Masterton. Free entry. Plus goodie bags on arrival for brides on Saturday. Fri 26 Aug 5.30-8pm (prior to Wairarapa Bride of the Year) Sat 27 Aug 10am - 2pm See www.solway.co.nz for details or like 'Wairarapa Wedding Expo' on facebook!
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| 26 | Radio Active - Tinui & District ad hoc Players 1960s Comedy Show
The Tinui & Districts ad hoc Players go wireless with their 1960s comedy show 'Radio Active' Friday 26th August Saturday 27th August Friday 2nd September Saturday 3rd September Tinui War Memorial Hall, Tinui 7.30pm start $35.00 a head for the show and a famous Tinui supper Cash bar:no byo Produced and Directed by Jenny Purdy-Rosengren Information and Bookings: Tinui School 06 372 6878 Proceeds to Tinui School and community facilities
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| 26 | Operatunity Presents - The Magnificence of the Music Hall
11:00am–2:00pm at Masterton Town Hall, 22 Perry Street, Masterton. # Casual booking: $28.00
# Concession (5 or more Operatunity concerts): $25.00
# Group 10+: $25.00
# Group 30+: $24.00.
The Operatunity Daytime Concert Series provide quality, fun, concerts in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere with the chance to meet with singers at lunch afterwards.
Operatunity features professional singers and musicians in eight specially themed concerts resulting in over 200 concerts per year.
Concerts commence at 11am and are ideal for people who prefer to go out during the day rather than at night. The performance at Masterton Town Hall re-lives the magnificence of the Music hall era - a rollicking, rousing, sensational, scintillating Music Hall. Bookings essential - call toll free 0508 266 237.
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| 26 | "42nd Wairarapa Bride of the Year Contest"
Entries are now open for the Wairarapa Bride of the Year 2011. Organised by the Lansdowne sub-branch of the Plunket Society. The contest is open to brides married during the period 1st August 2010 and 31st July 2011, who were married in the Wairarapa or whose husband has lived in the Wairarapa. Entries close on 31st July 2011 and entry forms are available from Evans of Masterton, corner Bannister and Dixon Streets or from the contest secretary, Mrs Judy Graham, 20c Essex Street, Masterton, phone (06) 377 4309. Tickets on sale from 1st August 2011, $20 per person and are available from the contest secretary.
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| 26 | Wairarapa REAP Castlepoint Women's Weekend
Wairarapa REAP invites all women to attend their Women’s Weekend at Castlepoint.
From Friday 26th August to Sunday 28th August – Cost is just $40.00 including accommodation, all meals and workshops.
It’s a great opportunity for women of all ages to enjoy a weekend of learning, networking and heaps of fun.
Artist in Residence is Jenny Katene-Morgan. Be inspired by the coastal beauty of Castlepoint and create your own masterpiece.
Workshops on cake decorating, sustainable living, and knitting will also be held during the course of the weekend
To register please phone Trudy or Cherie at Wairarapa REAP on 06 377 1379 or
0800 WAIREAP (0800 924 7327)
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| 26 | Aratoi Museum Art Auction
Aratoi Foundation is holding an art auction to raise funds to buy new works for the Masterton gallery. Viewing of the donated works opens on August 23rd in the Wesley Wing. Doors open at 5.30pm on August 26th for the auction. Included on the auction night will be a talk by historian Ian St George on 19th century renaissance man - William Colenso who was an explorer, missionary, politician, botanist, philosopher, humanitarian and artist! Entry fee is $10 with all proceeds going towards supporting the collection at Aratoi. For more information contact Mena Antonia on 377 1379.
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| 27 | Green Dollar Market/Garage Sale
A typical country market featuring hot food and drink, pre-loved items,jewelery,plants, produce, knitwear and clothing etc. Held atthe Featherston Community Centre. Everyone welcome. To find out more or to book a stall please ring Keith Sawyer on 06 3770717
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| 27 - 28 | The Made In Wairarapa Expo
Made In Wairarapa Expo 2011 is being held at the Genesis Energy Recreation Centre stadium in Masterton on August 27 and 28. Entry is free. Visitors can go into the draw to win $1000 worth of product from the stallholder of their choosing. Photographer and picture framer Pete Nikolaison and furniture maker Alastair Dickson have taken it upon themselves to organise a showcase for Wairarapa businesses to market themselves to the wider public and network with other manufacturers who are doing cool stuff in this region.
This expo would not be possible without the help and sponsorship from: Printcraft, Masterton District Council, South Wairarapa District Council, Media Works and Wairarapa News. Carterton District Council are also joining us in supporting this event. ; email: Click here |
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| 2 | "The All Blacks are coming to a town near you"
Great news for All Blacks fans living in or near the Wairarapa. On Friday September 2nd, a group of yet to be named All Blacks players will visit Carterton - the daffodil capital as part of the All Blacks are coming to a town near you initiative. All Blacks Captain Richie McCaw said: "It's going to be cool for the team to get to smaller towns where they may not have been before. Coming from a small town myself (Kurow, near Oamaru, population 339), I know what it's like living there while all the action seems to take place in the cities, so we're really looking forward to heading to heartland New Zealand and hopefully the towns will also enjoy the day."?? The names of the players who will be travelling to Carterton (one of 11 towns chosen) won't be known until after the All Blacks Rugby World Cup squad is named on Tuesday 23 August.?
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| 3 | 2011 Tennis Central RPC Tournament
This event will be hosted by the Wairarapa Tennis Association and held at the Masterton Trust House Tennis Centre. The tournament will be part of the Tennis Central Points Race.
Entry is open to all Tennis Central Region junior players who meet the age criteria and who are interested in playing for Tennis Central representative teams in the coming up season (NB: Age criteria is based on 2012 April National Teams Events criteria.). Entry is restricted to 16 players per age group/gender. If there are more than 16 entries per age group/gender, the cut-off will be based on Top Dog rankings @ 15th august 2011. Players will be notified of selection by 5pm on 19th august 2011. Players not selected will be refunded their entry fee.
This event will be hosted by the Wairarapa Tennis Association and held at the Masterton Trust House Tennis Centre. The tournament will be part of the Tennis Central Points Race.
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| 3 | The Vintage Aviator Collection
he Vintage Aviator's rare and diverse collection of airworthy WW1 Fighter Aircraft can be seen on display at Hood Aerodrome, South Road in Masterton from 10am to 4pm in the weekends until end of April 2012. The fighter collection can be viewed inside the showcase hangar of the Old Stick & Rudder Company. An ever changing collection of approximately 15 WW1 aircraft of various countries and an impressive collection of WW11 Fighters and training aircraft. Guided tours at 11am and 2pm, $15 per adult, children free. Entry to the museum at other times during the weekend is $12pp, children free. For more information phone Sara Randle on (06) 3702304 or 021311606
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| 4 | View Manukura, rare white kiwi chick at Pukaha Mt Bruce
Manukura, the rare white kiwi chick hatched 1 May at Pukaha Mt Bruce, is weighed each Sunday at 2pm and is available for viewing by the public. Also enjoy the takahe talk, eel feeding, kaka feeding and the stunning loop walk while at Pukaha. www.pukaha.org.nz
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| 4 | Greytown Music Group Programme 2011 - Nikau Trio
Nikau Trio - Karen Batten; flute, Madeline Sakovsky; oboe and Margaret Guldborg; cello will perform music from Mozart, Edwin Carr, JJ Quantz, G Powning, Bach, Beethoven and J Haydn To be held at 57 Wood Street in Greytown at 4pm. $20 adults, $10 children. Bookings essential - phone 06 304 9025 (business hours) or 06 304 9497 (Ed and Juliet Cooke, evenings). ; email: Click here |
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| 10 | Arts on Tour NZ presents "Beyondsemble"
Craig Denham (accordion), Jess Hindin (violin), Chris Koole (percussion) & Mark Mazengarb (guitar) are Beyondsemble! They create captivating, toe-tapping music that is a blend of Celtic, Eastern European & Latin, seasoned with Jazz, swing & rock! Tickets available for $25pp from the Masterton i-SITE (corner of Bruce & Dixon Streets) Carterton Information Centre (Holloway Street) or Greytown Library (Main Street)
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| 10 | The 2011 Great Gurnard Hunt
6:00am at Castlepoint, Masterton-Castlepoint Rd, Masterton. The 2011 Great Gurnard Hunt will be held at Castlepoint Beach.
For more information contact: Club Secretary Jan Beaumont on (06) 377 1134 or 021 111 9108 ; email: Click here |
| 10 | Rugby,Haka, Hangi Festival - Carterton
Join in the fun of the Rugby, Haka, Ha-ngi- Festival at the Carterton Rugby Club, Belvedere Road in the Wairarapa as the locals treat visitors to a friendly game of rugby, lessons on how to do the haka and some traditional Ma-ori food. This will be a wonderful chance to meet and interact with local rugby fans and to learn about the real people at the grassroots of rugby in New Zealand. To be held from 9am to 10pm on Saturday 10th September. Packages available: Registration package includes tournament rugby jersey, medal, certificate and admission to workshops, concert and dinners. To register visit: www.rugbyhaka.co.nz Free entry for other general events to the festival. As an added bonus you'll enjoy Wairarapa-Bush versus Poverty Bay in their Heartland provincial rugby game at 2.30pm, following your soire-e on the pitch! Free entry to this game. For more information visit: www.nz2011.govt.nz/experiencerealNZ
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| 11 | Carterton Daffodil Carnival 2011
The town of Carterton in the Wellington region is the Daffodil Capital of New Zealand, and each year locals and visitors come to pick armloads of daffodils and to check out the craft and produce stalls during the Carterton Daffodil Carnival. Carterton, an hour's drive from Wellington, has styled itself as the Daffodil Capital of New Zealand, and each year since the 1920s, locals and visitors have come to pick daffodils from a large flower-packed field during the annual Carterton Daffodil Carnival. In 2011, this flower town celebrates its Daffodil Carnival during the first weekend of Rugby World Cup. Wander around more than 100 craft and produce stalls in the main street of Carterton, visit some of the local gardens in full bloom. A shuttle bus to Middlerun to pick daffodils leaves from the clock tower on the half hour from 10.30am. A small fee will be charged for the daffodils. Proceeds from picking going to the Carterton St John Ambulance and Carterton Plunket. ; email: Click here |
| 11 | Daffodil Express Steam Train Excursion
As part of Carterton's Daffodil Day, the daffodil express steam train will travel from Carterton to Masterton and return on the day, leaving Carterton at 10.55am, report at 10.30am. Fares $14pp return, (2 years & under free). To book phone 06 377 1415 or 06 377 0631 ; email: Click here |
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| 14 | Rami Bar-Niv - Piano Concert
Rami Bar-Niv is returning to Masterton - he is one of Israel's most acclaimed and sought after pianists and travels extensively, performing concerts all over the world. His concert is to be held at "The Landing", Lansdowne Park Lifestyle Village, 100 Titoki Street, Masterton at 7.30pm. This visit Rami will be assisted by Angela Cook when playing duets. The programme includes music by Rami Bar-Niv, Mozart, Schubert, Gershwin and Liszt. Admission by pre-purchased ticket only for $20pp and are available from the Lansdowne Park office - phone (06) 377 0123
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| 17 | Heartland Championship: Wairarapa-Bush v Horowhenua-Kapiti
The Wairarapa-Bush v Horowhenua-Kapiti Heartland Championship rugby game is on 17 September 2011 at Carterton Rugby Club in Carterton. The Heartland Championship, New Zealand's amateur domestic rugby competition, is a grassroots rugby tournament featuring 12 provincial teams throughout New Zealand. To be held at Carterton Rugby Club, Belvedere Road at 1pm. New Zealanders support their local rugby teams with an intense parochial pride. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Heartland Championship. No matter which side you're backing or who's winning, you can't help but be swept up by the adrenalin and passion that fills the atmosphere, fuelled by players and supporters alike. For more information visit: www.nz2011.govt.nz
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| 18 | Long Lazy Sunday Lunch at Gladstone Vineyard
The Celtic Reunion will be performing from 12pm til 3pm, enjoy a leisurely afternoon of top notch food, award winning wine and live music.
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| 18 | Open Day at Mount Holdsworth
A special open day to celebrate the Real NZ festival will be held on Sunday, 18 September from 10am to 4pm. Join the Department of Conservation as they showcase the wide range of activities available at Holdsworth. As the main entrance to the eastern side of Tararua Forest Park, visitors can come for a picnic, stay the night at the campground or tramp to a large network of backcountry tracks. A number of free activities will be running throughout the day and will be open to children aged 4+, adults and families. The day will have an emphasis on increasing participation in recreation, gaining insight to the ongoing forest restoration project and family fun! Directions: Turn off State Highway 2 on to Norfolk Road, 2 km south of Masterton. This leads to Mount Holdsworth Road which is 15 km from State Highway 2. For further details contact Janna from DOC on (060 377 0723 ; email: Click here |
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| 20 | Wairarapa Spring and Rugby Festival 2011
A Marae welcome will be held for the Georgian team at Te Ore Ore Marae on September 20th from 9.30am. The welcome will be by invite only. This is a genuine cultural experience for the Georgian team with a full powhiri, a traditional wero in full costume and a haka performed by players from local rugby clubs. This event brings together the region's two main iwi, Rangitane and Ngati Kahungunu, to provide the Wairarapa community with a chance to give the team a traditional Maori welcome. For more information contact Catherine on 027 438 8075 ; email: Click here |
| 21 | Autism 4 Life
INVITE YOU TO JOIN US FOR A COFFEE/TEA AND A CHAT.
WHERE: Salvation Army-Blue House
210 High St South, Carterton
TIME: 7pm – 9pm (Gold Coin Donation)
WE ARE FORMING THIS NEW SUPPORT GROUP TO ENCOURAGE FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS, SUPPORT PERSONS AND INTERESTED PEOPLE WHO ARE SEEKING SUPPORT, ADVOCACY, INFORMATION OR JUST TO BE HEARD, TO COME ALONG AND MEET OTHERS WHO CAN SHARE COMMON EXPERIENCES AND OFFER INSIGHT.
For more information you can contact:
Wendy M on 02102965043 - Wendy R on 0272463632
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| 22 | Wairarapa Spring and Rugby Festival 2011 - Street Parade to Welcome Georgia!
Join the welcome for the Georgian rugby team. Masterton's Queen Street will be a sea of red and white as children, clubs and businesses celebrate the visit by the team to commence at 4pm. To register a float for the parade (in Georgian colours of red & white) contact Catherine on 027 438 8075 ; email: Click here |
| 24 | Wairarapa Spring and Rugby Festival 2011 - "The Big Welcome BBQ"
Join in at the oval, Queen Elizabeth Park in Masterton at 11am for the Big Welcome BBQ and experience the best of Kiwi hospitality. This event is part of the REAL New Zealand Festival and is the flagship event to celebrate the visit of the Georgian Rugby team. Sample a typical Kiwi picnic atmosphere. Come and taste our exceptional local produce, wine and traditional hangi. Free admission to the event, food and wine to purchase which includes the hangi meal. Why not sign up and take part in the Touch Tournament! Contact Barry Gleeson on 027 473 4476
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| 24 | Green Dollar Market/Garage Sale
A typical country market featuring a wide range of plants, produce, knitwear, jewelery, clothing, pre-loved items plus hot food and drinks. Everyone welcome. For more details or to book a stall please ring Keith Sawyer on 06 3770717. Between 9:30 and 12:30, Senior Citizens' Hall Carterton. ; email: Click here |
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| 28 | Greytown Film 'Steam of Life'
This film is being shown on 28 September in Greytown. It was reviewed by Graeme Tuckett on National Radio a couple of days ago. I believe it will be enjoyed by fans of good 'art house' movies.
It's being screened by the Wairarapa Greens as a fundraiser -- tickets $20 from Greytown Library or at the door (includes a complimentary glass of wine). Wednesday 28th September, Greytown Little Theatre, Main Street, Greytown.
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| 28 | Garden Evening
Garden Evening at the "GardenBarn", High Street Plants, Masterton. Starting time is 6pm with light refreshments.
Spot prizes, raffles, demonstrations, and guest speaker
Tickets $7.00 available from "GardenBarn" or Glenys Hansen 378 9967
Masterton Holdsworth Lions Club.
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| 29 | King Street Artworks AGM
Your chance to be a part of an award winning creative space.
Thursday 29th September 3.15pm
at King Street Artworks
21 King Street
Masterton
Ph. Ian on 06 378 9777.
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| 29 | Wairarapa REAP Hands-on Science for Teachers
Thursday 29th September 4.30pm – 6.00pm at REAP House, 340 Queen Street, Masterton
‘Icky Sticky Foamy Slimy Ooey Gooey Science’
A practical hands-on opportunity to promote science in action
Following drinks and nibbles three experienced teachers will present a practical science activity at Juniors (Yrs 0-3), Middle (Yrs 4 6), Seniors (Yrs 7 8) levels
We want you to leave with an experiment in your hands and brain, so we will also provide you with information about the science behind the activities. The aim is that we will have thousands of children enjoying good practical science. We also want you to have fun!
To confirm your place please register with Wairarapa REAP 06 377 1379. ; email: Click here |
| 1 | Cheesemaker for a Day - Learn to make feta and halloumi
You make the cheese in this 1-day hands-in workshops designed to teach you all you need to know to make your own cheeses in your own kitchen. You don't need to have any experience with making cheese to go home understanding the principles and practices of cheesemaking, ripening and maturation. This workshop focuses on the techniques for making feta and halloumi and we'll also teach you how to make ricotta, mascarpone, Greek-style yoghurt and quark. The course cost is $199 per person and includes a full set of course notes, including recipes and instructions, Morning and afternoon tea and a cheese tasting plus, of course, your cheese, to take home to ripen, mature and devour. For further details and to enrol online, visit www.newzealandcheeseschool.co.nz
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| 1 | The Wool Shed Experience
The Wool Shed Experience at 10 Dixon Street in Masterton is on weekends from 10th September to 9th October from 10am to 4pm, morning and afternoon tours, 10 persons minimum. Price: Adults $95pp, children $75pp. Explore The Wool Shed, the National Museum of Sheep and Shearing, then head out to a working farm and see the sheep dogs in action and live sheep shearing. Finish your day with a visit to view ewes being milked and enjoy a cheese tasting. For bookings or for more information contact: 06-378-8008
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| 1 | Stonehenge Aotearoa Spring Fair
Join in the fun of an old fashioned country fair with an ancient theme at Stonehenge Aotearoa — a full-scale working adaptation of the British Stonehenge, situated on the Gladstone hills overlooking the Wairarapa plains. To start at 12 midday and ending at 6pm. Entry: adults $5, children are free. There will be musicians, dancing, good old-fashioned games such as sack races and tug of war, food, and stalls of locally produced goods. Prizes for best ancient or medieval style costume. For stall information contact the event organiser: Pat McKenna on 027 231 6610 or email: lostarts@orcon.net.nz Stonehenge Aotearoa Spring Fair is presented as a part of the Wairarapa Spring and Rugby Festival – a rich array of arts, sports and entertainment events in the Wairarapa showcasing heartland New Zealand during Rugby World Cup 2011.
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| 3 | St Matthew's Collegiate Years 9 & 10 present
Frances Hodgson Burnett’s heart-warming tale:
The Little Princess, Sara Crewe.
Adapted for stage by Nancy Seale with music by Melissa Sweeny.
Directed by Mr T. Clarke & Mrs R. Taylor.
Performances.
Monday 3 October 1.00pm
7.00pm.
Admission by way of a gold coin donation
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| 5 | Taratahi College's Farm Day Out
Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre will be hosting 2 open days on the 5th and 12th of October which will encompass a tour of Taratahi's training facilities as well as a number of farming operations in the Wairarapa including sheep, dairy and deer properties. Enjoy this hosted tour of one of New Zealand's oldest and largest agricultural training centres. Taratahi Farm would like to welcome locals as well as overseas visitors to participate in this free event. Taratahi Fram is located at 529 Cornwall Road, Carterton. Bookings essential. Contact Natalie Bowie 06 378 2116 to register before 28th September 2011. ; email: Click here |
| 5 | The Melbourne Cup comes to Greytown
The Melbourne Cup is coming to Greytown to celebrate the 1954 cup win by Greytown’s own born & bred ‘Rising Fast’. International visitors and racing fans from all over can join in the fun from 10am – 3pm as Greytown turns back the clock to create a 1950s atmosphere in this quaint historical town. For more information or to assist in this day contact Yvonne Jonsberg on 06 304 9207 ; email: Click here |
| 5 | Pure Wairarapa Local Food Experiences
Pure Wairarapa is offering visitors a unique opportunity to visit renowned Wairarapa food and wine producers and taste their gourmet foods and wine whilst soaking up the charming country atmosphere of this unique rural experience. To be held on Wednesday 21st September, 28th September, 5th of October and 12th of October 2011. Other days by arrangement. Price $299 per person. ; email: Click here |
| 7 | Wairarapa Womens Centre AGM
The Wairarapa Women's Centre Inc. Governance Board would like to invite you to their Annual General Meeting. This meeting is to be held inside the Wairarapa Community Centre, followed by light refreshments. Friday 7th October 2011
Time: 10.00am
Venue: Aorangi Room
Wairarapa Community Centre
170 Dixon Street
Masterton
RSVP by 30th September 2011; thank you and looking forward to seeing you.
Shanan Aspinall
Co-ordinator
Wairarapa Women's Centre Inc.
We gratefully acknowledge the generosity and support of
COGS, EASTERN & CENTRAL COMMUNITY TRUST, LOTTERY GRANTS BOARD,
J R McKENZIE TRUST, T G MACARTHY TRUST, MASTERTON DISTRICT COUNCIL
MASTERTON TRUST LANDS TRUST, PRIME COMMUNITY TRUST, TRUST HOUSE CHARITABLE TRUST, WAIRARAPA REAP, MAX FOUNDATION FOR NZ WOMEN, WAIRARAPA ANGLICAN FAMILIES TRUST & OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY ; email: Click here |
| 7-9 | Greytown Rugby Festival
Greytown’s Main Street will buzz with festival activity while the rugby club will be hosting a variety of rugby games over the weekend. On Saturday morning, visitors will be welcomed onto the historic Papawai Marae and will have the opportunity of a guided tour. See www.wairarapanz.com for more details.
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| 9 | Wairarapa Country Marathon & 10km Fun Run/Walk
The Marathon will start outside the main gate to Makoura College in Makora Road, Masterton, half marathoners just do one lap, 10km competitors follow the marathon course - full details of course on website: www.athleticsmasterton.org.nz REGISTRATION Race numbers can be collected from Makoura College at Makora Road between 4pm - 6pm on Saturday, or from 6.30am Sunday. Participants may change events up to 30 minutes prior to the start of the event. Postal entries must be received by 2nd October 2011. Late Entries will be accepted up to 30 minutes prior to the selected race start. A $5.00 fee will be charged. START TIMES: Marathon 7am, Half Marathon walk 8am, Half Marathon run 9am, 10km run/walk 9.30am. Prize giving will start approx 1:30 pm at Makoura College. Participants must be present to claim a spot prize. phone Graeme Butcher on (06) 377 2356 or Carol MacDonald (06) 377 1174. Postal entries - send to: The Race Secretary, Athletics Masterton, P.O. Box 375, Masterton. ; email: Click here |
| 9 | Wairarapa Spring and Rugby Festival 2011 - Childrens' Teddy-Bear Shear-off
Get the children to bring their teddies down to the Woolshed in Masterton for a Teddy-Bear Shear off for a 1pm start. All children receive a certificate and small prize. Competition open to children 5 years and under. Help us find those future world champions!
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| 10 | DOC Ranger for a day
Work with a DOC Ranger for a day at the Pukaha Mount Bruce October School Holiday Programme.
10th October – 21 October.
Join our rangers in lots of hands on fun featuring kiwi, eels, critters and crawlies.
Monday 10th & 17th Eels.
Wednesday 12th & 19th Critters & Crawlies.
Friday 14th & 21st Kiwi.
11am – 3pm.
$20 per person includes a yummy lunch.
Bookings and Information 06 375 8004 – 9am-4.30pm daily.
Spaces limited and bookings essential. ; email: Click here |
| 12 | School Holiday Entertainment
A New Superhero Themed magic show by Zappo The Magician.
45mins duration
$4.00 per child.. Parents and caregivers free
Door sales only. Wednesday 12th October 1030am, equippers church 2 akura rd Masterton.
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| 15-16 | Antiques Roadshow at Tauherenikau
Modelled on the English version, New Zealand's first Antiques Roadshow will take place at Tauherenikau Racecourse near Featherston on October 15th and 16th from 10am to 3.30pm. It will be purely for valuations and there will be 12 categories and 24 - 27 accredited antique valuers to give verbal valuations at $20 per item or $50 for a written valuation. This is a chance for the public with antiques to get them valued. This event is a fundraiser for the Malaghan Institute of medical research. For more information phone Campbell Moon from Marsden Antiques on 06 308 9724.
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| 28-30 | Wairarapa REAP Womens' Weekend
Wairarapa REAP invites all women to attend their Women’s Weekend at Hau Ariki Marae, Martinborough.
Friday 28th October to Sunday 30th October 2011 – Cost is just $40.00
A great opportunity for women of all ages to enjoy a weekend of learning, networking and heaps of fun.
Artist in Residence – Tania Williams – Painting with Pastels
A variety of workshops will be held during the course of the weekend
To register please phone Wairarapa REAP on 06 377 1379 or 0800 WAIREAP (0800 924 7327)
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| 29-30 | Hospice Wairarapa's Charity Wine Auction & Food Fiesta
To be held at Brackenridge Country Retreat in Martinborough from 7pm to 11pm. Tickets are $175pp which includes continuous grazing rights from chef food stations and matching regional wines. Auction items include rare wines, big-ticket items such as a unique wine tour of Portugal, a Village Goldsmith diamond ring and a Stephen Allwood painting are also going under the hammer. For tickets or for more information contact Suzie Adamson on (06) 377 3383 or Dawn McCallum (06) 306 8850 Tranzit Coachlines is providing return coach transport for $10pp. Phone 0800471227 to book.
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| 2 | An Evening with the Bugman
As a fundraiser for Pukaha Mount Bruce's forest restoration and predator control programme, you are invited to a fascinating and fun evening with conservationist & creepy crawly advocate - Ruud Kleinpaste "The Bugman"! Starting at 5.30pm and ending at 7.30pm. Charity auction items to be bid for and light refreshments will be served on the night. Tickets are $30pp and can be purchased at Hedley's Bookshop in Masterton, Eketahuna & Carterton Information Centres and Masterton & Martinborough i-SITES. For further information contact John Gilberthorpe on (06) 304 9698 ; email: Click here |
| 2 | Meet Richard Till!
Enjoys some tastings from "Leftover Gourmet" Richard Till's recipe book. At Hedleys Bookshop 150 Queen Street Masterton - 6:30pm. Signed copies availble too! PLEASE RSVP PHONE: 06 378 2875. ; email: Click here |
| 4-6 | 15th Annual Book Sale
Free Entry, EFTPOS
4th Nov 4pm-7pm
5th Nov 10am-5pm
6th Nov 10am-3pm
Books, magazines, CDS, DVDs, records, jigsaws at unbeatable prices. Sunday specials from noon to 3 pm. Organisation: Heart Foundation. Phone: 06 3772047
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| 5 | Guy Fawkes Night At Riversdale Beach
The Riversdale Fishing Club is holding a Guy Fawkes Night at the South end of the beach from 6pm. Kids get a prize for best guy (get your guy into position before the fire id lit at around 7.30pm). Sausage Sizzle and fireworks supplied (by a couple of local Pyrotechnics). All welcome!
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| 5 | National Launch of "The Kiwi Hotrodder's Guide To Life" by Steve Holmes
Join the author, Steve Holmes at Magoo's, 23 Edwin Place, Masterton for a celebration of Hotrodding and the characters of Hotrodders in New Zealand. Formal launch of the book is at 11am. Signed copies will be available for purchase. Hotrods will be on display and refreshments will be available. All books purchased on the day go into the draw to win a limited edition Ed Roth Beatnik model! For more info contact Lloyd Wilson. Phone: 06 377 5706 ; email: Click here |
| 5 | Scarecrows Big Day Out 2011
Scarecrow events for 2011 take place on the one day on Saturday November 5th and include the Scarecrow Fair at Gladstone School from 9.30am until 2pm. This is the perfect example of a good old-fashioned country fair! The Scarecrow Fair is the major annual fundraiser for the school and has many art, craft and culinary stalls on offer as well as live music, auctions and prize draws for your entertainment. Good rural fun like “guess the weight of the pig” and mouse racing ensure that this fair is unique. The School also plays host to the ‘Scarecrow Scamper’, a themed fun-run with an early briefing and start at Gladstone School. Fancy-dress is optional, but dressing up as your zaniest scarecrow gets you in the running for spot prizes. The scamper course covers picturesque parts of the district across private property not normally accessible to the public. There is a 5 kilometre option as well as the full 10 kilometres, and walking the course is acceptable for those who’d rather take the time to simply enjoy the scenery. For more information contact Gladstone School on (06) 3727601 ; email: Click here |
| 5 | Pukemanu Fishing Competition
The King & Henry Pukemanu Fishing Competition will be held on the South Wairarapa Coastline over two days. Section prizes awarded for the heaviest on Saturday & 1st, 2nd and overall on Sunday. $100 Pukemanu voucher for the heaviest Scarpie weighed in each day. 1st prize to the value of $2500, 2nd prize to the value of $1000, 3rd prize to the value of $500. Registration at the Pukemanu Tavern in Martinborough on Friday 4th of November from 5.30pm to 7pm. All anglers must be a member of the fishing club. Entry fee is $40 per angler. For enquiries phone Butch Carrington on 06 306 8366 or 027 285 7012
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| 6 | Trail Bike Ride - South Wairarapa
As a fundraiser for St Teresa's School in Featherston, a trail bike ride has been organised to be held at Waiorongomai Station at Western Lake Road, 22kms form Featherston. The track will give awesome views of Lake Wairarapa from many different points. The track lends itself to riders of all skill levels making it a great day out for the whole family. The kids track runs through some native bush and is close to the car park. Sign in from 8.30am, riders brief at 10am, start time 10.30am. Cost is $30 per rider, $15 kids track, $60 family concession (3 riders). Price includes packed/barbeque lunch. Food and drink available on the day. For more details contact St Teresa's School on 06 308 9064
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| 6 | Mangatainoka Motors
Mangatainoka Motors invites you and your club to TUI HQ on Sunday 6th of November for a day of looking at well tuned beauties and they don't just mean the TUI Girls! Prizes for best car - vintage, hot rod, classic or other and also for best dressed driver. Assemble at 11am and register at TUI HQ, prizegiving at 2pm. $15 entry per car which includes a donation to the Cancer Foundation. Food options available through local community groups. Local bands will be playing and the TUI HQ cafe, shop and museum will be open all day. Free brewery tours between 11am and 2pm. Bring a toy to be donated to children's charity. A great family day out! For more information phone (06) 376 0815 ; email: Click here |
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| 8 | Operatunity's 10th Anniversary
11:00am at Masterton Town Hall, 22 Perry Street, Masterton. Yes, we're 10! Celebrate our birthday with Sue, Geoff, John and some of our favourite artists with favourite songs from the past ten years.
Tickets are $28 and include a lunch with the artists.
Bookings essential - call toll free 0508 266 237.
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| 12 | Martinborough Town & Country Home & Garden Tour
The Tour will include eight private homes - their interiors and gardens in the Martinborough area. There will be all-day access to a marquee market offering arts, crafts, oils and preserves from selected Wairarapa artisans. Martinborough wines on sale, non-alcoholic beverages complimentary. Ticket price is $70pp which includes a gourmet lunch at luxurious Parehua Country Estate. One private home will host three leading Wairarapa artists exhibiting paintings and sculpture. The historic St Andrews Church will be decorated in a Christmas theme. Tour will be held wet or fine. Please no children, babies or dogs. All proceeds going towards the continuing refurbishment of St Andrew's Church Hall. For tickets or more information phone Helen Campbell on (06) 306 9851
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| 12 | Remembrance Day WW1 Air Show
A Remembrance Day WW1 Air Show commemorating the signing of the Armistace will be held at Hood Aerodrome in Masterton from 1pm to 6pm. Gates open at 12 midday. Vintage Vehicle rides from 2pm to 3.30pm with the airshow on from 3.30pm to 6pm. Adults $20, Child/Youth (under 17) $10, family pass (2 adults plus children) $50, under 5s are free. All Returned Servicemen & Women are invited free of charge to Vintage Aviation Airshows (bring RSA or like ID) ; email: Click here |
| 13 | "Gardens in Spring" - Greytown
The Greytown Lioness Club is hosting a garden ramble "Gardens in Spring" event to be held in Greytown from 10am to 5pm. $15pp which includes morning or afternoon tea and tickets are available by phoning Jill Eriksen on 06 304 9471 or available on the day from the Greytown Town Hall. Funds to go to Greytown Fire Brigade.
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| 19 | Rathkeale Christmas Fete in the Country
Spring is in the air and it’s time for outdoor shopping. The Rathkeale Christmas Fete is a popular event and renown for superior arts and crafts stalls. The lovely grounds at Rathkeale College will once again host this year’s Christmas Fete on the 19th November at 9.30am. With over 70 stalls, you’ll find a fabulous range of quality arts and crafts. “The stall holders had such lovely things” was amongst the great feedback we received from patrons last year. There will be a great variety of plants, jewellery, clothing, wine and preserves as well as a super atmosphere. The entertainment put on for the children seems to attract the young as well as the grownups! “I turned up and fell in love with the Tombola” said one. The children’s entertainment area is designed to keep your children busy while you browse through the stalls in close proximity. From midday, we’ll have musical items from well-polished choirs, bands and orchestras. The popular Devonshire Tea Garden will once again have the most amazing cupcakes and slices served with tea or coffee. And the Friends of Rathkeale take great delight in designing a stylish gourmet wild food menu. There’ll be venison steak sandwiches, spit roasted pork, gourmet pies and curry just to name a few. Make sure you don’t miss this fantastic day in the country. Where else can you do some early Christmas shopping, enjoying live music and local cuisine while your children are having a whale of a time? Contact Sue Sims 06 3078108 or Phoebe Deans 06 3780414 for further information.
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| 19 | Tauherenikau Races
Thoroughbred Racing At Tauherenikau. Masterton Racing Club's 10 race meeting Saturday November 19 from midday Entry $10 Catered Marquee Packages available from www.theraces.co.nz Country Racing At It's Best
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| 26 | South Canterbury Anniversary |
| 27 | Rotary Club of Carterton's Annual Christmas Parade Rotary Club of Carterton's Annual Christmas Parade is to be held on saturday at 12:30pm |
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11:00am at Masterton Town Hall, 22 Perry Street, Masterton. Our Christmas concert brings all the joy, spirit and fun of Christmas with famous carols and songs to enjoy and sing along to. A concert to share with your friends and remember what Christmas is all about!
Tickets $28.00
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| 1 | 'La De Da' Festival
The La De Da Festival makes a stellar return this New Year’s Eve, bringing together some of New Zealand’s finest as well as the introduction of world-class international acts. Party-goers will once again make the pilgrimage to the beautiful vineyard surroundings of Martinborough, just one hour’s drive from Wellington, where they will they will be treated to a line-up second to none. Daisybank Farm, Dry River Road, Martinborough. R18
* La De Da general release: $105.00
* Lullaby Lane general release: $65.00.
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| 4 | Cross Creek Blues Club Music
Cross Creek Blues Club Meeting. Laid-back blues held on the 1st Wednesday each month at The Tin Hut, SH2, Tauherenikau from 7.15pm. Dinner from 5.00pm. Authentic blues at its best. January 4th is members night. $2 for members, $5 non-members. ; email: Click here |
| 4-13 | Live Entertainment at Reload Martinborough
Reload Martinborough at 2 Memorial Square has live entertainment on Saturday 7th with Greg Christianson from 6pm until late. Open from 10am to late 7 days. For bookings or for more information phone Diane on 027 6872657.
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| 6-7 | Music @ the Lounge
On Friday night The House of Buffoons will perform at the Lounge, Wine and Tapas Bar, High Street North in Carterton and on Saturday night Mike Rangihika will entertain. The Lounge is open 7 days from 10am at the moment for brunch, lunch and dinner and a nice cool drink!
For more information phone (06) 379 6065 ; email: Click here |
| 6-8 | Castlepoint 17th Annual Fishing Competition
The Castlepoint 17th Annual Fishing Competition will again be held at Castlepoint Beach with registration on the Friday night from 4pm to 9pm at the Castlepoint Community Hall (signposted)
Prizes consist of $1000 cash for the heaviest snapper and heaviest kahawai as well as $1000 voucher for heaviest kingfish.
Spot prizes are given out on the Friday and Saturday nights, main prizegiving on Sunday. Meals and live music on the Saturday. Both land and boat based entrants can take part.
$30 entry fee.
Kids 2 and under section - 10am to 12noon on Saturday and Sunday, $2 entry each. ; email: Click here |
| 8 | Jazz & Blues 2012 @ Loopline Vineyard
Jazz & Blues 2012 Concert will be held at Loopline Vineyard, 37 Loopline Road at Opaki from 11am to 5pm. No BYO alcohol or food. Wine and food available for purchase.
$30pp entry ticket. Tickets on sale now through Loopline Vineyard. Or phone Ian on (06) 3773353. Tickets also available from Opaki School. ; email: Click here |
| 8 | Food Music Beer & Wine @ Peak Brewery
Come and enjoy food, music, beer & wine at the Peak Brewery, 160 East Taratahi Road on Sunday afternoons throughout the Summer from 1pm. Family friendly - bring a picnic. A range of drinks are available - no BYO. For more information phone Rhys on 0211496996
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| 15 | Lavender Day - P.Y.O
One day only. "Pick your own" lavender. Last year was a huge success, everyone loved sitting and breathing in the aroma of the lavender while picking bunches to take home. Products made in Carterton will be available for sale on the day.
Sunday 15th January 2012 - 10am - 4pm.
351 Dalefield Road, Carterton (06) 379-7073
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| 21 | The Meandering Vineyard Lunch
A late morning start to a day spent meandering through the vines of four family owned, award winning boutique vineyards. Meet and chat to the owners and the winemakers while savouring the taste of their fine wine accompanied by exquisite food. Gather at the square at 10.30am and board your bus after a glass of bubbles. Enjoy an entree and a glass of wine of your choice. At the fourth vineyard you will be served petit fours and coffee. Return to the square at 5.30pm.
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| 21 | Joyeax Noel WW1 Evening Show 2012
The Joyeax Noel WW1 Evening Air Show will be held at Hood Aerodrome in Masterton with vintage vehicle rides from 4pm to 5.30pm and the air show on from 5.30pm to 8pm. ; email: Click here |
| 22 | New Rags Market - Greytown Summer Series
Greytown Town Hall. Time: 9am to 3pm
Showcasing the talents of Wairarapa artisans, foodies and creative types, the New Rags Market Day is a balm for the soul of those who are tired of seeing the same old stuff in the same old shops. Instead we are offering something funky and fresh – a lush market full of local flavour, where people can linger and find something unique, handcrafted, pre-loved or up-cycled.
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| 22 | Nipper Carnival - Riversdale Beach
The Nipper Carnival will be held outside the Riversdale Beach Surf Lifesaving Club on the Sunday of Wellington Anniversary Weekend. Beach and sea events for surf club kids aged 7 to 14 from 10am to 3pm. Free entry for spectators, sausage sizzle and pancakes available, plus drinks.
Only those children that are enrolled with a surf lifesaving club may enter competitions ; email: Click here |
| 22 | TK Day
Enjoy award winning Te Kairanga Wines, flavourful food from Wharekauha, swinging sounds from Uncle Monkey and a great family day out at TK Day.
Tickets available from www.tkwine.co.nz or 06 3069122 ex 621
$30 per adult, $5 child (under 5's go free)
BYO picnic food (no BYO alcohol)
Book online and go into the draw to win a night for 2 at Wharekauhau Country Estate
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| 22 | New Zealand Jetsprints Championships 2012
The New Zealand Jetsprints Championships 2012 will be held at the Aquatrack at Tauherenikau Racecourse near Featherston on the Sunday of Wellington Anniversary Weekend 2012.
For more information contact Garry Smith ; email: Click here |
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| 28 | The Jumbo-Holdsworth Trail Race
The Jumbo-Holdsworth Trail Race is a 24km trail run over tracks and hills in the Tararua Forest Park. There is also the Hooper Loop which is a 12km trail run on the same day. The first race starts at 8am and the second at 8.30am. Competitors need to be long distance runners with appropriate mountain and trail experience. The races start from the Mt Holdsworth HQ carpark.
For more contact: Liz Nicholson 06-379 5108, 027 224 2556 ; email: Click here |
| 28-29 | DHL Global - Pro-Am Golf Tournament
The Annual DHL Global Forwarding Recreational Services Pro-Am Golf Tournament will be held over two days in the Wairarapa with the first day's play at the Eketahuna Golf Course and the second day at the Masterton Golf Club. The event is the first of four pro-ams to be held in the lower North Island, being followed by similar tourneys in Martinborough, Waikanae and Paraparaumu.
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| 29 | Downtown Abbey
“Now showing at the Pointon Collection of Cars & Costume, 68 McKinstry Road, Te Ore Ore, Masterton – Original clothing from the Edwardian Era – displayed in the style of “Downtown Abbey” – the drawing room, bedroom & servants quarters. Clothes include wedding gowns, daywear, plus WW1 trousseau. On display 10am to 4pm daily until Sunday January 29th 2012. For more information phone Gaye on 06 378 6710”
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| 29 | Tunes under the Tui tower
T5 hours of relaxed tunes from 11am to 4pm, with popular local band "Beats Working" while enjoying your tasty lunch in the garden bar under the Tui Tower, SH2, Mangatainoka. As always, the Tui Brewery girls will take time out of their busy schedule to be there and ensure you have a great day.
Book this date in now! For more information phone Jenny on (06) 376 0815 ; email: Click here |
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