A couple who were long-term supporters of the arts in Northland have made a generous bequest to the Turner Centre in Kerikeri.
John Dalton, who died in April aged 88, and his wife Ann, who has also now passed away, have gifted $200,000 to the performance venue.
The funds will be held by the Northland Community Foundation on behalf of the Turner Centre, and annual payments will be used to support and maintain the auditorium in accordance with the Daltons' wishes.
Turner Centre finance director Leah Watson said the donation was wonderful.
"The Daltons were so supportive of so many organisations in Kerikeri. Their generosity will make such a difference to us and the work we do," Mrs Watson said.