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 An arts trail set in NZ's most stunning location!
The volcanic, beautiful but remote Coromandel Peninsula, long a destination for outdoor enthusiasts intent on hiking, fishing, and bathing, has also attracted a population of permanent and part-time residents; musicians, sculptors, painters and crafts folk, whose life-style and products expand the regions attractions.
Participatimg artists: Airdrie Hamilton Alan Rhodes Annie Sandano Art People Betty Collings Bill Cummings Billie Mallet Bruno Gaebler Clare Elliot Claire Grover Dave Fowell Diana Morcom Eggsentric Cafe Frans van Hoppe Gary Burrett Gary Nevin George Baloghy Gian McGregor Ian Webster Jill Cameron Jules Worthington Julie Burns-Nevin Linda Vugler Lutz Gaebler Manaia Gallery Margaret Ivory Martin Jakowitsch Meg Auth Michael Smither Paula McNeill Rachel Olsen Susan Dunster Try Fluke
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Feb 26th, 27th, 28th and again on the March 5th, 6th, 7th |
| Where: |
Coromandel Peninsula |
| Website: |
www.mercurybayartescape.com |
| Contact: |
[email protected]
Concert [email protected],
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 70km of MTB ecstasy!
If the hills don't take your breath away the views surely will! This would have to be one of New Zealand's most stunning Mountain Bike races. Starting in Colville, the race takes you over the Whangapoua hill onto the dramatic coastline of the north eastern Coromandel. Riders then round the remote northern tip of the Coromandel via a dedicated MTB track across DoC land. One your vertical climb to 500m along the way catch awesome views of Great Barrier Island. A couple more hills need to be tackled before returning down the coast road to Colville through unspolit coastline. There is also a shorter 24km track for those who want an introduction to the area. Get along and find out why the Coromandel is a haven for adrenaline seeking MTBers. Check out the webvideo
The event will feature three rides again, all based at Colville School
72 km Kona Colville Connection – marathon circumnavigation of the northern tip of the peninsula
40 km Ground Effect Get on Yer Bike – no prisoners taken rugged ride for off-road diehards
24km Jungle Safari – shorter ride crossing the peninsula to Waikawau Beach and back |
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| Held Next: |
Saturday
13th March
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Colville |
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www.colvilleconnection.co.nz |
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 Dates have now been confirmed for the 2010 Hyundai Pro Longboard tour.
The Pro Tour will travel to Mt Maunganui, Whangarei, Dunedin andPort Waikato with the national champs planned for Whangamata.
Stay tuned for more info or check out the website
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| Held Next: |
6 - 7 March 2010 |
| Where: |
Whangamata |
| Website: |
www.surf.co.nz |
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A day of old fashion family fun!
Focusing on yesteryear with an Anitiques Road Show; vintage & classic car displays, motorbikes & other forms of historic transport; working stationery engines; live music; food & market stalls; raffles' children's entertainment; museum and heritage displays including family history research.
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| Website: |
www.thamesheritage.co.nz |
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6 - 14 March 2010 |
| Where: |
Thames |
| Contact: |
Marilyn Dodds or 07 8682427 |
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| Sample boutique wines, specialty beers and tasty foods while listening to live music from "Left Field". Browse the art & craft stalls and watch 'artists at work' sculpting, carving. weaving and more. Miniature horses, rides & games for the kids. Come along to Paeroa for a great day out! |
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| Held Next: |
20 March 2010 |
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Paeroa Domain |
| Website: |
www.paeroa.org.nz |
| Contact: |
Posative Paeroa |
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The NZ Angling & Casting Association (Inc), which is the national parent body for recreational fishing clubs whose main interest is in shore and small boat fishing and in the sport of casting, is planning to held their Annual National Championships in Coromandel Town. After a very successful 2009 national championship, the incorporation is pleased to announce their return.
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| Held Next: |
17-20 March 2010 |
| Where: |
Coromandel Town |
| Contact: |
Graeme Dawber, [email protected] |
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 The Air Safari flies into Whitianga on Tuesday 23rd March 2010, for dinner & an overnight stay hosted by the Mercury Bay Aero Club.
The Air Safari starts on Tuesday the 23rd March 2010 from Ardmore Aerodrome, weaving its way through New Zealand, finishing on 1st April 2010 at Queenstown.
Up to 75 Aircraft will be flying in this great adventure with over 220 entrants. Join everyone at the Whitianga Aerodrome, our Charity Partner, Life Flight Trust Air Ambulance will have personnel there, meet the pilots, view the aeroplanes & helicopters & enjoy the spirit of the Air Safari.
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| Held Next: |
23 - 24 March 2010 |
| Where: |
Whitianga Aerodrome |
| Contact: |
karen Groome [email protected]
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Rock N Roll Festival.
The Whangamata Beach Hop is a celebration of the 50's and 60's which attracts between 40,000 and 80,000 people each year.
The highlight of the festival is over 1200 beautifully restored hot rods and classic cars, which take part in a grand parade, and other cruises to beaches up the coastline. There's also Rock n Roll bands from New Zealand and Australia and dancing/competitions in a street festival and various venues throughout the weekend.
A range of other family related activities like a drive in movie, Low Brow art competition, Nostalgia Golf tournament, 60's style longboard competition, and the ever popular Hop Idol and a Nostalgia fair.The result is a colorful extravaganza showcasing rock n roll culture, set against the back drop of one of New Zealands iconic seaside towns, and unparalleled anywhere in New Zealand. Most importantly, the festival is a community event, with all proceeds going towards the various Water Safety organisations which support the seaside town.
Waihi's Beach Hop warm up party - 24th March 2010
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| Held Next: |
24-28 March 2010 |
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Whangamata |
| Contact/Web: |
www.beachhop.co.nz |
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 The Thames Go Girl Triathlon is a fun event for women aged 13 and older consisting of a 275m swim, 10km ride, 2.8km run or 2km walk. The thrust of the event is getting women who are not into exercising off the couch and onto the road.
So it’s about encouraging and inspiring and it has had a big impact on many of the women who have got involved. All proceeds from the event will go to cancer research at Waikato Hospital. |
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28 March 2010 |
| Website: |
Thames Gym |
| Where: |
Thames South School |
| Contact: |
Lisa Stent PH 07 868 8540; Email: [email protected] |
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A family weekend with plenty of entertainment around wings, wheels and weights. NZ Offshore Power Boat Race, Speedway, Jet Ski Races, Helicopters, Motor Cycle Stunts, Classic & Luxury Cars parade and display. Whitianga Enjoy! |
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| Held Next: |
10 - 11 April 2009 |
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Whitianga Township and surrounding areas. |
| Web: |
www.whitiangafos.co.nz |
| Contact: |
8660164 Tracey or Peter; Email: [email protected] |
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2010 Rayglass New Zealand Offshore Powerboat Race Rounbd 6 will be on in Whitianga date yet to be confirmed.
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| Held Next: |
10 April 2010 |
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Whitianga |
| website: |
www.nzoffshore.co.nz |
| Contact: |
[email protected] |
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125km Bike Ride.
Lots of great spot prizes to be won, with cash prizes for the Elite Race. Open to anyone with a bike!
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| Held Next: |
11th April 2010 |
| Where: |
Hamilton to Whangamata |
| website: |
www.wakaroc.co.nz |
| Contact: |
Stephen Cox 07 843 6215 or email [email protected] |
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 The Echo Walking Festival is about experiencing the fantastic walks that the Southern Coromandel and Kaimai Ranges have to offer.
People are encouraged to explore these hidden gems with a programme of walks that showcase historic gold mining trails, stunning scenery and native flora and fauna.
In addition to the guided walks, each town has many more "freedom walks".
To register for any of the walks, please contact Information Centres in Katikati, Waihi, Paeroa or Te Aroha. Or pick up your copy of the Echo Walking Festival Brochure that outlines the details of each walk. This can be found at each town’s Information Centre’s or www.sportwaikato.org.nz |
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| Held Next: |
10 - 18 April 2010 |
| Where: |
Southern Coromandel & Kaimai Ranges |
| Website: |
www.echowalkfest.org.nz |
| Contact: |
Echo Festival (07) 867 9083 or email [email protected] |
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New Zealands second biggest fishing contest.
The 2010 Competition will again be held during Anzac week, April 22, 23, 24, 2010 with the briefing on Wednesday 6.30pm, April 21.
Checkout the website for more details. |
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22 - 24 April 2010 |
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Patukirikiri Reserve (Jacks Point) Coromandel Town |
| Website: |
www.kingsofthecoromandel.co.nz |
| Contact: |
Echo Festival (07) 867 9083 or email [email protected] |
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 Explore a hidden art trail in fantastic surroundings!
Coromandel Town on the Coromandel Peninsula at first glance seems a quaint but sleepy little town. Tucked away in studios all over town are artists, many who have traveled from other countries to live and work in its stunning scenery and to be part of its creative community. However, they are planning to show themselves for the Great Coromandel Arts Tour, which will run for nine days .
This will be the opportunity for visitors to see artists at work, and purchase artwork direct from a whole range of artists whose studios may not otherwise be open to the public. This will be a well co-ordinated event: new work from established (i.e., Barry Brickell) and emerging artists, guaranteed opening times for the studios, clear signage (in the form of that local icon the mussel buoy) and good directions to the individual studio locations. The art ranges from pottery, sculpture, clothing and accessories, wood carving, doll making, textiles, ironwork, painting, print-making and jewellery.
Music, poetry readings and theatre/multi media events also featured throughout the tour dates. A combined map/brochure/ticket cost$12, and has photos and descriptions of each artists's work, as well as the locations of their studios and contact information. Details of evening events will also be included.
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April 30th - May 2nd | May 7 - 9 | May 14 - 16 Over three weekends
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| Where: |
Coromandel Town to Colville |
| Webite: |
www.coromandelartstour.org.nz |
| Contact: |
[email protected] |
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 Brush off those old gum boots, grab the tractor and head for Hahei beaches famous Tractor bash- Bring the whole family.
This is your big moment to parade the family heirloom around the streets of Hahei showing off to the thousands of like minded tractor nuts.
Don`t miss the event of the year-Register Your tractor now!
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| Held Next: |
2 May 2010 |
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Hahei Beach, Hahei |
| Contact: |
[email protected] |
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Savour the best of food, wine and music!
A huge celebration leading into Winter of the Coromandel's cuisine, wine, music and arts.
All full programme of events and activities will be announed soon.
Check out the website: www.homegrownfestival.co.nz |
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May
2010 |
| Where: |
All towns |
| Contact: |
[email protected] |
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The ARC 24 is a 24 hour adventure race for teams of 4 people
