www.mangawhaiwalkingweekend.co.nz
2012 International Rally of Whangarei
Town Basin, Whangarei
March 30, 31 and April 1, 2012
The 2012 running of the International Rally of Whangarei marks the sixth time the prestigious international rally has used the northern city as its base. However, it's the first time the highly-regarded motorsport event has been the opening round of both the Asia Pacific and New Zealand Rally Championships. Fans can enjoy numerous free rally-related activities in downtown Whangarei, like the official driver autograph signing session and entertaining ceremonial start in Cameron Street Mall or check out the high speed technical expertise of the teams working in the service park alongside the Quayside Town Basin. Just a few kilometres from central Whangarei, at Pohe Island, event organisers run a very popular super special stage alongside the Lions Club family fun day on Saturday.
www.rallywhangarei.co.nz
Magical Mangawhai Wine + Food Festival 2012
The Olive Grove, Mangawhai
March 31, 2012
Entertainment provided by USA country and western sensation James RAY plus local wine and food producers to tempt your tastebuds with mouth-watering cuisine. Adult $25.
www.walkingweekend.co.nz
Discover Whangarei Heads Arts Trail
Whangarei Heads, Whangarei District
April 7 and 8, 2012
Visitors are welcome to browse, buy or commission artworks created by 30 local and very talented artists. Art works include flax weaving, sculpture, painting, photography, pottery, ceramics, woodwork, jewellery, glass art and more. For further information contact Adrienne on adrienned@xtra.co.nz or (09) 436 1366.
www.discoverwhangareiheads.co.nz
Art Trail
Mangawhai, Whangarei District
April 1, 2012
The art works of 47 artists displayed are exciting in their originality and the diverse range of media used. This free event is really worth visiting, spending a day or the whole weekend in Magical Mangawhai. A map of where all the venues are located can be picked at the Mangawhai Information Centre or the new museum or anywhere the distinctive pink flags are displayed.
Northland Natural Horsemanship Games
Barge Showgrounds Events Centre, Whangarei
April 8, 2012 at 9.30am
These Natural Horsemanship Games were a world first in 2011 when 35 contestants had a great day watched by over a thousand spectators.
www.animalherbs.co.nz/html/NorthlandHorsemanshipGames.htm
The Pear Tree Easter Carnival
The Pear Tree Restaurant, Kerikeri
April 8, 2012 at 9am
The action starts with the Placemaker's Raft Race. First prize is a whopping $500 cash. Best raft construction will win $100 cash and fastest kids team takes home $50 for their effort. After the mayhem on the water ends, it'll be all go in the New World free Easter egg hunt and you'll have to be quick because last year's crowd took just 20 minutes to find 500 Easter eggs. Then there are an Easter egg decorating competition, egg and spoon races, a tug of war and much more.
www.thepeartree.co.nz
Also while you are visiting the Kerikeri basin, visit the Historic Stone Store for Magic in the Attic - BJ Rogers is one of New Zealand's youngest professional magicians and will perform four lives show everyday from Friday to Sunday over the Easter break. Seats limited to 30 so book by contacting the Kerikeri Mission Station on 09 407-9236 or email kkmission@historic.org.nz
Far North Country Music Club 30th Birthday Celebrations
Kaitaia RSA Club and Te Ahu Centre, Kaitaia
April 6, 7 and 8, 2012
International and national guest artists performing along with the Hokianga Country Music Band and Local Dance Club, the Far North Foot Fiddlers. Purchase a badge, which will give you entry into both venues for the entire weekend, from the Te Ahu I-Site Centre, Mussel Rock Cafe or online at www.simplesite.com/farnorthclub. Badges are $20 for adults, $10 for pensioners/uni students, $5 for 13 to 18-year-olds, and children 12 & under free. Dance floor and bar facilities open all weekend. Friday night dinner prior to the event opening to the public is $30 a head (booking essential).
www.simplesite.com/farnorthclub
Kaikohe Speedway Easter Stampede & Demo Derby
Kaikohe Speedway, Kaikohe
April 6, 7 and 8, 2012
This is a weekend of hard-out motorsport at its best - a must for any motorsport fan.
www.kaikohecarclub.com
Chics @ The Chicks
Marsden Cove Marina, Bream Bay
April 13, 14 and 15, 2012
A ladies' fishing competition with major prize sponsorship from Bayleys Real Estate. Also prize for Best Dressed - with this years theme being Island Theme so dig out your hula skirts and come on down and groove to the nights entertainment with SaMove. Tickets online or from Bayleys Whangarei or Waterline Café, Marsden Cove Ruakaka. Competitor's ticket $50.
www.marsdencovefishingclub.co.nz
Northland vs Auckland - Woodchopping Event
Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai
April 14, 2012, 11am
Don't miss this exciting annual woodchopping event Auckland versus Northland with 10 top axemen on display - including world champions Jason Wynyard from the Northland Team and Dion Lane from the Auckland Team.
www.mangawhaitavern.co.nz
Mangonui Waterfront Festival - Last of the Summer Wine
Doubtless Bay, Far North
April 14, 2012 at 12pm
Held at the historical Mangonui Waterfront in Doubtless Bay, this festival will celebrate the Far North's locally produced food, beverages, art, music, locations and people.
www.doubtlessbay.co.nz
