August, September & October 2012 Northland Events

Please go to www.northlandnz.com/things_to_see_and_do/events/ for a full list of Northland events.

August

Waka
Forum North, Whangarei
4 August 2012, 7:30pm
Met with a standing ovation and rapturous applause upon its performance in Europe, Waka’s initial 35 minute showing has now evolved in a stunning 60 minute masterpiece since its return to New Zealand and further demonstrates the incredible choreographic work of Neil Ieremia.
Exploring the idea of a raft as a metaphor for hope, Waka is inspired in part by The Raft, video installation by Bill Viola, as well as a response to The Arrival of the Maoris in New Zealand by Louis J. Steele and Charles F. Goldie 1898, influenced by Theodore Gericault’s famous The Raft of the Medusa depicting the terror of a shipwreck. Don’t miss what is set to be an incredible night of spectacular New Zealand dance.
www.blackgrace.co.nz

Russell Car Show
Russell, Bay of Islands
4 August 2012
Hot rods, classic and custom cars meet at the Pub ‘round the corner for a day devoted to petrol heads and shiny chrome.

The Great Living Legends Muck-In
4 August 2012
Bream Bay, Whangarei District
The Living Legends Muck-In lives on. Living Legends is a community conservation project that was set up in 2011 to commemorate New Zealand’s hosting of Rugby World Cup. Last year we planted 83,000 trees. The target is to plant 170,000 before the end of 2015.This year, public planting events will take place across 17 locations during August and September. We have 45,000 trees to plant this year so we need your help! For 2012 we have a further 2500 native trees to plant at this Northland site.
Each planting project is dedicated to a regional ‘Rugby Legend’ who was selected in 2011 by their provincial rugby union. These Rugby Legends are people who have made an outstanding contribution to rugby in New Zealand. Come along to a Living Legends event this year and you may be lucky enough to meet your local Rugby Legend! The Legend for the Northland area is Richie Guy - check out our website for more details on Richie.
Visit www.livinglegends.co.nz and register to let us know if you are coming along to this 2012 event and we will send you further details in due course.
www.livinglegends.co.nz

Trash to Fashion
Kaikohe Memorial Hall, Kaikohe
4 August 2012, 7:30pm
Kaikohe Community Arts Council brings to you Trash to Fashion. We are calling all those interested in participating. Get your creative juices flowing. Trash to Fashion is the theme. Categories include recycled, reVAMPed and art to wear. We extend a warm welcome the youth of our community and encourage them to participate.
To get an entry form you can email: artinkaikohe@yahoo.co.nz, call into Passion8 on Broadway, or for further information phone: Jill on 09) 4057816.
The evening will also feature fashion segments by local designers for your entertainment. Tickets will go on sale mid July. These event details will be updated. Images to view are entries from our past “Avant Garde Extravaganza- Art to wear show held in 2010”. We hope this year’s event will bring more of the hidden artistic talents out, within our community. So don’t be shy, give it a try, grab your entry form today!

Get2Go
Northland Events Centre
7 August 2012
Do you have what it takes to tackle the Get2Go Challenge – an awesome day of outdoor adventure?
The Get2GO Challenge is sponsored by Youthtown and all of the events are organised by The Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuit Centre (OPC) with the help of sports clubs and organisations right across New Zealand. The Get2Go Challenge is open to all year 9 and 10 students.
The winning team from each region will be invited to the Grand Final in December.
Get a team together and register by downloading your entry form at: www.opc.org.nz/get2go
Or email events@opc.org.nz

One Night of Queen
Forum North, Whangarei
9 August 2012, 7:30pm
One Night of Queen, performed by Gary Mullen and The Works is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. Featuring hits such as I Want to Break Free, A Kind of Magic, We Will Rock You and – of course – Bohemian Rhapsody. A Reserve: $77.00
www.onenightofqueen.co.nz

Jazz & Blues Festival
Bay of Islands
10- 12 August 2012
40 bands for $50.00. Top acts from New Zealand and Australia. Be in the Bay of Islands as it comes alive with the sounds of smooth jazz and sultry blues. Three days of music, over 150 hours of quality jazz and blues. Five fantastic venues in Paihia, Haruru Falls and Russell. Plus loads of free street music Saturday and Sunday – and Jazz on the Steam Train in Kawakawa. A badge gets you discounted ferries between Paihia and Russell, and a free shuttle bus around the venues between Haruru Falls and Paihia. Single day tickets also available.
www.jazz-blues.co.nz

WINGS Pamper Day Fundraiser
Whangarei Central Library, Whangarei
18 August 2012, 10:00am
Leave your husband and kids at home and enjoy 6.5 hours of mini pampering treatments from top to toe. Each 15 minute session is approx $15 each. Treatments are manicure, pedicure, facials, massage, treading brows, henna tattooing, eyeworks, spray tan, reconnective energy, hair, make up, gelco nails, pilates, laser coaching, and clairvoyant. Get your ticket at the Migrant Centre 71 Bank St, Whangarei or call 09 430 0571. WINGS (Women’s International Newcomers Group Social) helps women from a different town or country settle into the Whangarei area.
www.wingsnz.org.nz

Roller Derby - Hells Wives vs HBC Rollers
ASB Stadium, Whangarei
25 August 2012, 3:30pm
This is the only Hells Wives home game of the season and one you DO NOT want to miss!
Northland Nightmares’ Hells Wives are taking on the Hibiscus Coast Rollers.
Come along and support your home team and cheer them to victory.
This will be an unforgettable evening.
Doors open 3.30pm Bratz playing 4pm Main event @ 5pm
Adult: 10.00 Child: 5.00 Family Pass (2 Adults, 2 Children): 25.00
http://northlandnightmaresrollergirlz.co.nz

September

Toll Northland V Manawatu
Northland Events Centre, Whangarei
5 September 2012, 7:30pm
Come and watch our very own Northland Taniwha’s play against the Manawatu’s. Great family day out with seats available under cover or sit out on the grounds so the kids can play.
www.taniwha.co.nz/index.php

Russell Oyster Festival
Russell, Bay of Islands
8th September 2012
After the brilliant 2011 day, when Russell welcomed the Tongan rugby team, the Russell Oyster Festival on again! Kororāreka Oysters are a delicacy of the Russell area and are their fattest in spring. At the festival oysters are cooked in a variety of different ways by local oyster farmers, restaurants and chefs.

Toll Northand V North Harbour
Northland Events Centre, Whangarei
9 September 2012, 4:30pm
Come and watch Northland play against North Harbour. Great family day out, bring afternoon tea or buy from the many food and drink stalls available.
www.taniwha.co.nz/index.php

Fashion Fiesta
Ruakaka Racecourse, Bream Bay
15 September 2012, 12:00pm
“Where the Turf meets the Surf” Free entry and parking. Buses from Kamo, Kensington, Whangarei City available. Admission: free

Roller Derby - Final League Bout
ASB Stadium, Whangarei
15 September 2012, 5:00pm
The final Interleague game of the season is here! The Brats teams, Children of the Corn vs Satan’s Minions have the opening game, which is the final interleague brats game and will decide this year’s winning team. This is followed by the final game for Deathrow Dolls vs Diva Destrustion. Which team will be the ultimate victor this year? Trust me this is an event you don’t want to miss!
Doors open 5 pm Opening game 5.45 pm Main Bout approx 7.15 pm
Adult: 10.00 Child: 5.00 Family Pass (2 Adults, 2 Children): 25.00
http://northlandnightmaresrollergirlz.co.nz

Carters Whangarei Run/Walk Festival
William Fraser Memorial Park, Whangarei
16th September 2012
Includes marathon run, half marathon run, competitive walk and casual walk, 9.4km run or walk, and a kids dash for ages 5-10 years.With a range of distances this event has something for everyone!
www.runwalkseries.co.nz

FOLA - Festival of Light & Art
Quarry Arts Centre, Whangarei
21, 22 & 23 September 2012, 6:00pm
Lights, fire, art action! Festival of Light & Art is a spectacular annual event incorporating art and entertainment for everyone and all ages. The 3-day festival will be hard to miss with extraordinary light, an explosion of music & performance, as well as, enough pizzazz to warm you up, and put a spring in your step for a September evening. The Quarry Arts Centre offers a brilliant venue of craggy rock faces and open meadow spaces where artist will run riot with light and colour. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of the action!
Festival Programme 2012 still to be confirmed.
www.quarryarts.org

Bay of Islands Snorkel SCUBA Race
Russell, Bay of Islands
22 September 2012, 11:00am
Welcome to the 30th Annual Bay of Islands Underwater Club Snorkel SCUBA Race!
This family event is not only great fun but also raises money for Russell Radio, Bay of Islands Coastguard and the Paihia Fire Service - all of whom do a great job looking after us all when in the Bay of Islands, on sea and land. Fun + fund raising + families + fish = fantastic day in the bay

Toll Northland V Taranaki
Northland Events Centre, Whangarei
22 September 2012, 7:30pm
Come and watch our very own Northland team play against the ‘Naki’s!
www.taniwha.co.nz/index.php

Hokianga Country Music Festival,
Opononi
28-30 September 2012
A guaranteed country music filled weekend set in beautiful Hokianga Harbour.
Over 24 kiwi bands and performers who will be playing at five venues, the Opononi RSA Hall, Opononi Hotel, Copthorne Omapere, the Masonic in Rawene and Hokianga Harbour Hotel in Kohukohu. From Friday night to Sunday night, fans can expect to hear 'nothin but country' folk, rock, blues, old time, gospel, honky tonk, boogie, just as long as it's country.
www.hokiangacountrymusic.com

October

Toll Northland V Canterbury
Northland Events Centre, Whangarei
5 October 2012, 7:30pm
Come and watch our very own Northland team play against Canterbury. Great night for the boys and girls.
www.taniwha.co.nz/index.php

Family / Kids Pirate's Cruise Overnight
Paihia, Bay of Islands
7 October 2012, 1:00pm
Join the fearless crew on board Ipipiri for an overnight families’ Pirates Cruise. Kids dress as your favourite pirate and set sail for the high seas! Keep a sharp eye on your crew, as one of them may have to walk the plank as well.
Adult: $368.00 Buccaneers under 14: $50.00
www.overnightcruise.co.nz

Toll Northland V Counties Manukau
Northland Events Centre, Whangarei
13 October 2012, 2:30pm
Great way to spend the day watching Northland play against the Counties Manukau! Bring a picnic or buy food from the many stalls available.
www.taniwha.co.nz/index.php

2012 Rally of the North
13 October 2012
Follow the best regional competitors as they battle it out on the best roads in the North Island as part of the Top Half Rally series. The 2012 Rally of the North comprises approx 180km of competitive stages and 230km of touring. Based in Paihia where the start and finish will take place as well as the main lunch service.
Check out the website for more information & maps closer to the event date.
www.rallyofthenorth.co.nz

Catch “it!” Seafood Tournament
Paihia, Bay of Islands
13 & 14 October 2012
Catch “it!” is a 2-day seafood tournament in the Bay of Islands which is renowned for its fishing.
Catch “it” will encompass scuba diving, free diving, spear fishing, and fishing - including boat and surfcasting which means anyone can participate from those with the super launches, to the line off the wharf and the trusty surfcaster on the beach at Waitangi.
http://paihianz.co.nz/it_festival/catch_it/

Coastal Classic Yacht Race
19th October 2012
Prestigious and challenging, this yacht race is regarded as one of the world's classic yacht races. The biggest race of its type in New Zealand and inspired by speed record attempts dating back to the 1920s, it is a race pushing boats and crew as hard as they dare. Yacht's begin racing on the Friday morning from Devonport, Auckland. The Duke of Marlborough Hotel (Russell, Bay of Islands) will be open through the night for supporters, and to welcome the first boats to the bar. Party on the Saturday evening and prizegiving on the Sunday morning, both held at The Pub on York Street.
www.coastalclassic.co.nz

‘it’ Festival of Wine & Food
Village Green, Paihia
20 October 2012, 11:00am
This is “it!” The “it” is the event not to be missed - Love it! Cook it! Drink it! Bite it! Sing it! This is it!! A successful recipe of fantastic food, wine, entertainment and friendly locals all mixed up together in the Bay of Islands.
www.paihianz.co.nz/it_festival

Historic Northland Voyage
R. Tucker Thompson, Paihia
26, 27, 28 & 29 October 2012
Sailing, stories and stunning scenery! A magical combination of story telling and traditional tall ship sailing, served up with hearty traditional fare and convivial company. It’s a unique experience where you will delve deep into the truth of New Zealand’s history in a setting so special, you’ll feel you have been transported back to the times of early explorers. In partnership with the New Zealand Historic Places Trust, an onboard historian will explain and show you key locations and events that shaped this nation’s early beginnings. Adult: 1200.00 Child: 900.00
www.tucker.co.nz

Roller Derby - Bout Against Breast Cancer Exhibition Bout
ASB Stadium, Whangarei
27 October 2012, 5:00pm
The Nightmares last game of the season is an exhibition bout in support of a charity that is important to all Nightmares - The Breast Cancer society. This exhibition bout is the finale to the 2012 season and is to support a very worthy cause. This bout is going to be an extra special event that we would like all our fans out there to come and support. Both the junior Brats team and the Adult team will be playing games. So turn up on the night dressed in pink and show your support
Doors open 5 pm Opening game 5.45 pm Main Bout approx 7.15 pm
Adult: 10.00 Child: 5.00 Family Pass (2 Adults, 2 Children): 25.00
http://northlandnightmaresrollergirlz.co.nz

Kerikeri Lions Garden Safari
27-28 October 2012
Come and be inspired by some amazing gardens in Kerikeri and surrounding areas: Gardens which have never been seen before!
For more information contact Vicki Douglas; vickidouglas@xtra.co.nz or 021 865 534.
General admission: 20.00
www.gardensafari.co.nz

Juken Kaitaia Run/Walk
Arnold Rae Park, Kaitaia, Far North
28th October 2012
Run, Fast Walk or Casual Walk either 5km or 10km. Entries close 24 October 2012, no entries accepted on the day. Enter online at www.runwalkseries.co.nz

Please go to www.northlandnz.com/things_to_see_and_do/events/ for a full list of Northland events.

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Bay of Islands P&I Show and “Savouring the Source” Food & Wine Festival
Waimate North Showgrounds, Kerikeri
Saturday 10 November 2012

This November will be the 170th anniversary of NZ’s first P&I Show. The Show started back in 1842 close to the site of the Waimate Mission House and is still going strong today, with many of the original pioneer families still involved as competitors, organisers or with the local community.

The Bay of Islands Pastoral & Industrial Show and Savouring the Source, a Northland food & wine festival, combine to stage a great day’s entertainment. Traditional events include equestrian, livestock, calf club, sheep and pet lambs, small animal tent, dog trials & trade displays, demonstrations, colourful food stalls, wood chopping competition and live entertainment with talent quests for adults and children. Hotly contested are all sections in the Exhibition Hall, where special guest Jack Hobbs will be a judge and later give a seminar.

In a giant marquee, Savouring the Source showcases regional food products, local wine, cafes, artisan food producers and restaurants. The day includes the finals of Kids Can Cook, a Northland Wine Association wine options competition, and cooking demonstrations from NZ Beef & Lamb’s ambassador Brenton Lowe and celebrity chef Paul Jobin.

The final event of the day at 3:30 is the grand parade where prize winners in the equestrian & livestock event parade with the latest in farm machinery. A time-honoured rural spectacle!
General admission: 10.00
More information www.bayofislandsshow.co.nz

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