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Doubtless Bay. Photo / Supplied

Discover Doubtless Bay on one of 10 guided walks offered during the Doubtless Bay Walking Weekend, May 2-3. Walks of various grades depart from Mangonui School at 9am and 2pm. Numbers are limited so booking is essential. Accommodation packages are available.

Contact: (09) 406 2046
On the web: doubtlessbay.co.nz

She deserves it
Give Mum a Mother's Day treat at Birkenhead Point's Stafford Villa. The package includes accommodation in a luxury suite, breakfast and dinner for two. Prices start at $395 per couple, valid until August 31.

Contact: (09) 418 3022
On the web: staffordvilla.co.nz

Hot flicks
The Magma Short Film Festival in Rotorua is a digital film festival showcasing local, national and international talent. It runs April 30 to May 3 and includes workshops, guest speakers, live performances and screenings.

On the web: magmafilm.org.nz

A little bit country
Line-dancers and buskers join dozens of other national and international performers for the Bay Of Islands Country Rock Festival, May 8-10. Badges cost $40, which gives entrance to all venues, plus use of a shuttle bus between Waitangi, Paihia and Haruru Falls. Book online.

On the web: country-rock.co.nz

Pumpkin surprise
See amazing things done with pumpkins at the Little River Country Bumpkin Giant Pumpkin Festival, on Banks Peninsula. From 12pm on Anzac Day, April 25, there'll be music and dance, competitions, stalls and sideshows.

Contact: (03) 325 1979
On the web: littleriverpumpkinfest.co.nz