The Kauri Coast Events Calendar
List for: Northland
For more information call
0800 15 24 72
Every Thursday afternoon from 2:30 - 5.30pm in the AD Focus carpark on the corner of Totara and Kapia Streets, Dargaville. Free range eggs, cheese, fresh vegetables and fruit, kumara, fresh fish, locally made honey to name a few. phone Patrice Donaldson on 09 431 6958 or 021 042 7629 for more information
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11 Feb 12 |
Arapohue Show 120th Anniversary Arapohue Show Grounds, Mititai Road SH12, DARGAVILLE Ride on Train, Sheep Racing, Farmyard Animals, Merry-go-round, Bouncy castle, Balloons, Walk on Water Great variety of trade sites and MUCH more Adults $7.50 Children $2.00 (5-15yrs) Under 5yrs FREE, FREE Parking. |
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18 Feb 12 |
Maungaturoto Primary School Horse Trek Registrations start at 8:30am with the ride off at 9.30am. Pre-registrations are preferred, and entries will be accepted on the day, however for catering purposes it would be great to have an idea of who is willing to take up the challenge! Contact Karina Allen on 09 4318 344 if you would like to come along and enjoy a day out on a farm, with picturesque countryside and classic and iconic views of the Kaipara landscape. |
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19 Feb 12 |
Maungaturoto Primary School Trail Ride Food and drinks are available for sale on the day with free tea and coffee for all registered riders. The kids track is only $10, with children up to 16 years riding on the 35km track is $15 and adults are just $35. For further information contact Tina Holst on 09 4318 180. |
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19 Feb 12 |
Dargaville to Helensville (10 hours) A one day journey of discovery retracing the old steamer and sailing ship routes from Dargaville to Helensville through the historic Kaipara Harbour aboard our comfortable vessel, M.V. Kewpie Too and returning to Dargaville by luxury Coach. Departing from Dargaville we make our way over sixty nautical miles cruising New Zealand’s largest inland sheltered waterways, as the barques and brigantines did in past generation Phone 09 420 8466 for more information |
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21 - 22 Feb 12 |
Kaipara Abuse Prevention and SKIP Kaipara are pleased to announce that they are bringing Celia Lashlie to Dargaville. Celia will be speaking at the Dargaville Town Hall on Tuesday 21 Feb 2012 from 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. on the topic of “The Role of Matriachs”. Entry will be way of a gold coin koha. Celia will also be doing a seminar on Wednesday morning, 22 Feb 2012 for 1and a ½ hours. This seminar will be on “The world of adolescent boys”. The cost will be $50.00 per person. |
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1 - 3 Mar 12 |
The Northland Field Days is the largest event held in Northland, and the second largest agribusiness event in New Zealand. Over 550 exhibitors participate, attracting in excess of 27,000 visitors to the event over the three days. Located on a purpose built 36 hectare site in Dargaville, the Northland Field Days is run by a not-for-profit society and is delivered by a combination of Volunteer Committee, Local Helpers, Exhibitors, Contractors and a small number of onsite Staff. |
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3 Mar 12 |
Urban Country, Dargaville, 3 March Rockin" good country- rock band playing all the oldies and more! Dine at the tavern and dance the night away afterwards. |
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4 Mar 12 |
Dargaville to Helensville (10 hours) A one day journey of discovery retracing the old steamer and sailing ship routes from Dargaville to Helensville through the historic Kaipara Harbour aboard our comfortable vessel, M.V. Kewpie Too and returning to Dargaville by luxury Coach. Departing from Dargaville we make our way over sixty nautical miles cruising New Zealand’s largest inland sheltered waterways, as the barques and brigantines did in past generation Phone 09 420 8466 for more information |
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18 Mar 12 |
During our cruise we pass many small towns and villages almost forgotten by time as we continue towards Pouto Point. Crossing from Pouto to South Head, you can almost touch the past as you examine the Kaipara’s former life, where more than a century ago ships from many nations came to trade for timber, flax and gum. Crossing the Kaipara Heads from Pouto Point, you will see the magnificence of the two headlands with their white sandy beaches and the Tasman Sea beyond Phone 09 420 8466 for more information |
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24 Mar 12 |
The Kaipara Kai & Fun festival is to show the fabulous foods that are grown or harvested on the Kauri Coast and the fun that the local residents have all the time. The Festival will be held on Saturday 24th March 2012 at Selwyn Park; starting time 9:00am to midday Exhibitors Stalls are on Selwyn Park, Dargaville. Call 0800 15 28 74 |
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24 Mar 12 |
Kaipara Community Expo Kaipara’s annual Community Expo was created to showcase the Police led initiative “Northland Pride”. Pride standing for Protect, Respect, Involve, Develop and Educate, encouraging communities to pull together and celebrate all that is unique about their District.Te Awa Gardens, the river front and parking area around the boating club for the community based stalls, tents and displays. |
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29 Mar - 1 Apr 12 |
Fast becoming the walking capital of New Zealand Dates for 2012: March 29, 30, 31 - April 1st We all know now that walking is quite the best form of exercise. In Mangawhai, once a year you can enjoy a change from your routine so join us for a weekend of fun, friendliness, and entertainment. 700 people can’t be wrong. 90minutes north from Auckland and 60minutes south from Whanagarei |
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15 Apr 12 |
Dargaville to Helensville (10 hours) Departing from Dargaville we make our way over sixty nautical miles cruising New Zealand’s largest inland sheltered waterways, through the Northern Wairoa River, as the barques and brigantines did in past generations. During our cruise we pass many small towns and villages almost forgotten by time as we continue towards Pouto Point. Crossing from Pouto to South Head, you can almost touch the past as you examine the Kaipara’s former life Phone 09 420 8466 for more info |
