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SeaLink is enticing travellers to Waiheke and Great Barrier Islands with some great winter savings. A mid-week deal gives two people travelling with a car free passenger fares, and for two nights of accommodation booked, the third night is free. This and other deals are available until September 28.
Contact: 0800 732 546
On the web: www.sealink.co.nz
Snow on show
MTV's popular annual Snow Jam festival will be beamed around the world from Terrace Downs Resort on August 16.
The property is one hour's drive from Christchurch and 20 minutes from Mt Hutt and Methven, meaning the Southern Alps and Rakaia River will be the stunning backdrop for a range of top local and international acts. The action starts at 3pm and it's free.
On the web: www.mtv.co.nz
On a mission
Shake off the winter blues with a dose of fun at The Promenade's Winter Festival in Mission Bay. The mix of comedy, music, magic, face-painting, fire jugglers and roving entertainers will keep families entertained until July 20.
A programme is online.
On the web: www.missionbay.co.nz
Getaway to Gisborne
Labour Weekend might seem a long way off, but tickets are already on sale for the Gisborne Wine & Food Festival on Sunday October 26. Early birds who buy tickets before August 1 go in the draw to win free tickets and a case of mixed Gisborne wines. Tickets cost $60 and include a shuttle bus pass between the six venues.
Buy online or by phone.
Contact: (06) 868 6139; 0800 447 267
On the web: www.gisbornenz.com
Walks in winter
The Otago Settlers Museum continues its guided theme walks through Dunedin over winter. On July 20 the Inner City Sculpture Trail encompasses both historical and contemporary inner-city sculptural highlights. On August 9 Walk the High Street takes in the city's residential architecture and intriguing social history, and on August 16 Towers and Transoms looks at the designs of prominent architect R.A. Lawson.
Tours cost $10 and depart at 2pm. Other tours are also available.
Bookings are essential.
Contact: (03) 474 2728
On the web: www.otago.settlers.museum
